bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Viviendo el “infinito turbulento”: la inmanencia de la mescalina en la obra plástica de Henri Michaux
Authors: Marcial Jiménez Rodrigo
Published: November 2023

El artículo aborda la presencia de la sustancia psicoactiva llamada mescalina en la escritura y obra plástica de Henri Michaux. Se trata de uno de los escritores y artistas plásticos más interesantes y controvertidos del siglo XX, por ello la importancia de ver su relación con el consumo no ritual sino vivencial de dicha sustancia. Se abordan de manera específica las experiencias personales de Michaux con la mescalina y cómo ello se convierte en una impronta de su obra. La metodología empleada incluye una revisión general e histórica a sus trabajos más representativos, además de una recuperación de lo dicho por otros autores especto de su labor creativa y el consumo de sustancias psicotrópicas. El objetivo es tratar de entender, identificar y examinar los vasos comunicantes entre la mescalina, la escritura, pinturas y dibujos de Michaux. Los hallazgos más importantes apuntan a la exploración de la alteridad y la otredad vivenciada, en tanto elementos claves en la obra de dicho artista, lo cual tendría una relación ineludible con el consumo de mescalina.
Turismo psicodélico y la resignificación de territorios. El caso de la frontera noroeste en Guanajuato, México
Authors: Flores Palma Miguel Angel
Published: November 2023

Los territorios son parte determinante en las identidades y la cultura, pero a su vez, los territorios también son dotados de significaciones por parte de sus habitantes y visitantes. Es así como surgen los lugares sagrados, dignos de peregrinaciones y devoción. En el contexto actual, las nuevas prácticas espirituales surgen de las necesidades sociales consecuencia de los entornos culturales. En particular, mi atención se ha virado al turismo psicodélico y las implicaciones de esta práctica en la zona noroeste del estado de Guanajuato en México. Esta zona es arribada durante el verano por visitantes que buscan un hongo alucinógeno llamado comúnmente como “San Isidro” que crece en el estiércol de las vacas, dicho hongo posee psilocibina que causa en sus consumidores estados alterados de conciencia. Los visitantes suelen comerlo en esta zona destinada a la ganadería bovina de libre pastoreo, por lo cual no hay vigilancia y facilita que los consumidores puedan ingerir los hongos en el mismo sitio, en sus pastizales y lomas. La zona forma parte de la frontera del estado de Jalisco, esta frontera ha tenido diversas significaciones como frontera entre cárteles de la droga, como frontera cultural entres zonas del país, y ahora ya no como una frontera sino como un lugar espiritual y de turismo psicodélico. Los visitantes a la zona han resignificado el territorio a consecuencia de sus experiencias místicas después de consumir hongos alucinógenos en la zona, colocan nuevos atributos espirituales a estos lugares naturales producto de los estados alterados de conciencia de la psilocibina. La práctica del turismo psicodélico, además del impacto socio-ecológico, también tiene la capacidad de atribuir simbolismos mágicos en los territorios.
Exploring Information Needs and Diverse Sources for the Growth and Sustainability of the South African Honeybush Industry
Authors: Du Preez B.V.P. , Joubert M. , Bester C. , Joubert E.
Published: November 2023

Honeybush is an indigenous fynbos shrub with the potential to contribute significantly to socio-economic development in rural South Africa. However, there exists a knowledge gap on the types of information that role players in this emerging agricultural sector need to produce quality honeybush tea efficiently, as well as their preferences for obtaining information and guidance materials. A survey of 44 role players along the Honeybushsh value chain was conducted to determine the nature of the information they require and their preferred communication formats. The results show that the most pressing need is information about general honeybush cultivation, followed by detailed guidance on cultivating different species and implementing quality management systems, such as organic certification. Respondents also highlighted the urgency of improving consumer awareness of honeybush tea. Other information related to sustainable cultivation practices, enhancing the industry’s sustainability and helping with marketing. Respondents preferred information from research institutions and wanted to receive the information in a face-to-face (interpersonal) format. These findings could help to improve agricultural extension and fill knowledge gaps in the South African honeybush industry.
Concrete in Brazil: Brief history, current challenges, and proposals for a sustainable future
Authors: Quatroque Vitor Hugo Santana da Silva , Simões Rebeca Delatore , Job Aldo Eloizo
Published: November 2023

The concrete production sector is fundamental in civil construction and human activities in general, being the most abundant manufactured product in the world. Its production generates environmental consequences and contributes to the acceleration of climate change. This work aims to identify modern solutions for sustainable concrete production through the incorporation of recycled materials. Initially, an exploratory study of a documentary nature was carried out on the history of concrete, in order to identify the main characteristics that led to its widespread adoption. Then, a literature review was conducted on studies that seek to overcome the problems of concrete, with a focus on the incorporation of materials from various sources. Finally, with the data at hand, the similar aspects of each proposal were compiled, and it was observed that, despite the negative effects on the original characteristics of the product, concretes with recycled materials still have compatible characteristics that allow their mass adoption. It is concluded that the incorporation of alternative materials in concrete has a high potential for waste recycling and can contribute to the production of a more ecological concrete, without excessively compromising its fundamental characteristics.
Indução de gestação gemelar: uma ferramenta em prol da sustentabilidade na pecuária de corte
Authors: Bazzo Karime Chukr , Andreazzi Marcia Aparecida , Cavalieri Fábio Luiz Bim , Silva Karoline de Souza , Santos José Maurício Gonçalves dos
Published: November 2023

A bovinocultura de corte se destaca no agronegócio nacional, contudo, as formas de produção devem buscar a sustentabilidade econômica e ambiental. Nessa busca, o emprego das biotecnologias da reprodução, como a indução de gestação gemelar, é necessário, pois pode aumentar a produção de carne por área. Assim, o objetivo desse estudo foi avaliar a técnica de indução de gestação gemelar em bovinos, por meio da transferência dupla de embriões. O estudo foi conduzido na Fazenda Unicesumar e foram utilizadas 100 receptoras bovinas, novilhas e vacas, sem raça definida, distribuídas em grupos: G1 – fêmeas inovuladas com 1 embrião e G2 – fêmeas inovuladas com 2 embriões. As receptoras foram sincronizadas e, no D17, inovuladas com 1 ou 2 embriões de Wagyu produzidos in vitro, de acordo com o grupo experimental. Foi avaliada a taxa de gestação aos 30 e aos 60 dias, taxa de parto, ocorrência de retenção de placenta e de parto distócico e o peso dos bezerros ao nascimento e aos 30 dias de idade. A inovulação dupla de embriões melhorou a taxa de prenhez aos 30 e aos 60 dias de gestação (p<0,05). As novilhas que receberam dois embriões se destacaram na taxa de prenhez aos 60 dias e na taxa de parto (p<0,05). Os bezerros oriundos das receptoras que receberam dois embriões nasceram mais leves (p<0,05). A indução de gestação gemelar em bovinos por meio transferência dupla de embriões é promissora e pode fomentar a produção de carne e contribuir com a sustentabilidade da pecuária de corte.
The Determination of History Teacher Candidates' Distance Education Self-Efficacy Belief Levels According to Different Variables
Authors: ALTUNÇEKİÇ Alper , BİRBUDAK Togay Seçkin
Published: November 2023

Distance education is a type in which individuals can realize their learning activities in line with their current technological possibilities, independent of time and space concepts, sharing information and documents with technological tools and applications, and establishing communication and interaction. Self-efficacy is knowing and believing in one's abilities to do a job. Self-efficacy belief levels towards online learning environments are important factors affecting the educational process. For this reason, determining students' self-efficacy levels in distance education processes is accepted as an essential factor in increasing the quality of educational activities. This study aimed to determine the distance education self-efficacy belief levels of prospective history teachers and the distance education self-efficacy belief levels according to variables such as readiness, gender, grade, and disadvantage. Within the scope of the research, two different scales were used with 109 history teacher candidates from different grade levels of 4 different state universities with the appropriate or convenient sampling method. As a result of the research, no significant difference was found in readiness, gender, and grade variables. Another finding of the study was that disadvantages such as mobile data and internet problems had a negative effect on self-efficacy belief levels. In addition to these, it was investigated whether pre-service teachers' online readiness level was related to self-efficacy belief level and a positive relationship was found between readiness level and self-efficacy belief level.
Mentoring and its Significance in the Formation of Translators' Self-Efficacy Perceptions
Authors: VURAL Haldun
Published: November 2023

Self-efficacy is defined as the confidence in one's talents and capacity to carry out the tasks assigned to them as well as to address and resolve the issues in their personal and professional lives. On the other hand, the word ‘mentor’ is assumed to have roots in Greek mythology. The term "mentoring" refers to a caring, sharing, and supportive relationship in which one person invests time, knowledge, and effort into promoting the development of another person's skills, abilities, and knowledge. In this study, the role of mentoring in the formation of translator candidates' self-efficacy perception is examined. This study employs a qualitative research methodology to ascertain the translator candidates' opinions on the mentoring practice in the development of their perception of self-efficacy in their workplaces. In the findings, translator candidates state that practical training is important for them to gain self-efficacy in the field of profession. The results indicate that participants’ professional experience is insufficient, they see themselves inadequate in the fields of application and they need mentor help in terms of methods to be used, self-confidence and guidance. They emphasize the value of mentoring in terms of obtaining personal and professional experience and share favourable views on this practice. The results show that the translation candidates' self-efficacy perspective is poor, but the mentoring practice may be helpful in gaining professional experience and developing a self-efficacy perception.
Social Justice Leadership in Education: What Do School Principals Do for Social Justice?
Authors: AYANOĞLU Çiğdem , ARASTAMAN Gökhan
Published: November 2023

This study aims to explore school principals' perceptions of social justice in education and their social justice leadership behaviors at school. The data of the study, which was conducted with the phenomenology design, one of the qualitative research methods, were obtained through semi-structured interviews with nine school principals and then analyzed by thematic analysis. The results of this study reveal that school principals mostly have distributive and recognitional justice perceptions of social justice in education and participatory justice perceptions at a relatively lower level. It has been revealed that principals have perceptions of distributive justice with the phenomena of equality, equality of opportunity, and fairness; recognitory justice with the phenomena of awareness of disadvantaged groups, supporting disadvantaged groups, and respect for diversity; and participatory justice with the phenomenon of democracy. It was found that school principals mostly exhibited social justice leadership behaviors concerning the dimensions of critical consciousness and support, while their behaviors in relation to the dimension of inclusion were limited compared to the other two dimensions. In their schools, principals exhibited respect for diversity among students, awareness of social injustices, raising critical consciousness about social justice, providing financial support, supporting students' academic and social development, creating an inclusive educational environment, and participatory management behaviors. Some implications were made for school principals' leadership behaviors regarding the conduct of educational activities within the framework of the principle of social justice. It has been revealed that we need to rethink the duties of school principals on how they ensure justice in education services, how they protect disadvantaged groups, and how they distribute resources.
Cell culture v1
Authors: Röntgen Alexander
Published: November 2023

Protocol to culture SH-SY5Y cells.
SDS-PAGE v1
Authors: Röntgen Alexander
Published: November 2023

Protocol for running an SDS-PAGE.
snm3C-seq3 v1
Authors: Bartlett Anna
Published: November 2023

We developed a single-nucleus multiomic sequencing technology (snm3C-seq3) to assay both the methylome and chromatin contacts from within the same cell. We further adapted this protocol to allow for mass-scale assessment, assaying thousands of cells at a time. This protocol is an expanded and updated version of snmC-seq2, adding in the chromatin contact assay and optimizing the pooling strategy of mass-scale library preps.
TEM v1
Authors: Röntgen Alexander
Published: November 2023

TEM protocol.
Resource 2: Fluorescence Detector Setting Incrementation for FCMPASS v1
Authors: A Welsh Joshua , M Cook Sean , Jones Jennifer
Published: November 2023

Flow cytometry (FCM) is a common extracellular particles (EPs), including viruses and extracellular vesicles (EVs), characterization method. Frameworks such as MIFlowCyt-EV exist to provide reporting guidelines for metadata, controls, and data reporting. However, tools to optimize FCM for EP analysis in a systematic and quantitative way are lacking. Here, we demonstrate a cohesive set of methods and software tools that optimize FCM settings and facilitate cross-platform comparisons for EP studies. We introduce an automated small particle optimization (SPOT) pipeline to optimize FCM fluorescence and light scatter detector settings for EP analysis and leverage quantitative FCM (qFCM) as a tool to further enable FCM optimization of fluorophore panel selection, laser power, pulse statistics, and window extensions. Finally, we demonstrate the value of qFCM to facilitate standardized cross-platform comparisons, irrespective of instrument configuration, settings, and sensitivity in a cross-platform standardization study utilizing a commercially available EV reference material.
MALAYSIAN FINANCIAL WELL-BEING DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC: DOES INCOME CLASSIFICATION MAKE A DIFFERENCE?
Authors: Che Mohamed Che Norhalila , Ahmad Nasharuddin Nur Izzati , Mohamed Yussof Nur Aishah , Mohd Basir Nora
Published: November 2023

The Covid-19 pandemic has affected emotions, health, and the community's well-being. It is even worse when the movement control order had to be carried out to curb the spread of this epidemic, which indirectly affected the financial well-being of individuals in Malaysia. Every person in society is affected by their income source for various reasons. Job losses, and a lack of adequate savings and emergency funds, accompanied by debt and loan management, will exacerbate the situation. An individual's or household's health and financial stability are important aspects of financial well-being for living a better daily life. It encompasses more than just a person's financial situation; it also includes their ability to meet financial goals and obligations, as well as their level of financial stress. As a result, this study aims to compare the financial well-being of Malaysian individuals between income classifications (B40, M40, and T20). Convenience sampling was used to get 265 respondents by using an online survey. A Kruskal Wallis test showed a statistically significant difference in financial well-being between income classifications, χ2 = 13.818, p-value = 0.001. Financial well-being for B40 is the lowest, followed by M40 and T20. The implications of acute financial well-being will lead inability to meet basic needs such as housing, food, healthcare, and education. Employees were recommended to have retirement savings and an excellent financial attitude to have good financial well-being.
SECULARISM IN TURKIYE: PHILOSOPHICAL PERSPECTIVE, IMPACT AND SOLUTION
Authors: Fadil Nur Farizah Alya , Zulkafli Noorsyahleen , Zulkifli Nurul Cahiriah , Subeci Nurul Amnie Athirah , Abdullah Jaya Nur Auni Fatini , Mohammad Shiraj Nur Alia Zulaikha , Nazri Atika Shafinaz
Published: November 2023

The declaration of the Republic of Turkiye under the leadership of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk (1923-1939) paved the way for a more aggressive process of secularization compared to before, resulting in the absorption of ideology in the military sector and encompassing the entire framework of administration, leadership, and a free way of life that completely alienated the teachings of Islam. Our study seeks to explore the meaning of the characteristics built in secularism simultaneously to discuss more deeply what type of secular culture is in Turkiye. On the other hand, this study also intends to untangle how philosophy has an insight into secular culture. At last, we will also discuss the implications of secularism and what measures could act to curb this belief or culture. In the findings, we argue that the secular culture in Turkiye is manifested in various aspects of society, including politics, education, legal system, and public institutions. It is reflected in the Turkish Constitution, which guarantees religious freedom and prohibits discrimination based on religion. Turkish secularism also influences the education system, where religious education is separated from general education, allowing individuals to receive a secular education while also having the option to pursue religious studies if they choose.
TAHAP KESEDARAN PENJAWAT AWAM TERHADAP PENGURUSAN ASET FASILITI KERAJAAN
Authors: Mohd Ruslly Khairul Fahmy , Abd. Manaf Azima , Abdul Wahab Nurul Amira
Published: November 2023

Aset adalah sumber strategik kepada sesebuah negara dan memerlukan peruntukan yang tinggi untuk diperoleh, diurus dan diselenggara. Namun, pengurusan aset dan fasiliti kerajaan telah berhadapan dengan pelbagai ketidakpatuhan seperti yang dilaporkan di dalam Laporan Ketua Audit Negara. Ini menggambarkan bahawa wujudnya kelemahan dari sudut pemahaman dan pelaksanaan Dasar Pengurusan Aset Kerajaan (DPAK) dalam kalangan kakitangan yang diberi amanah dalam menjaga aset dan fasiliti kerajaan. Kajian ini bertujuan untuk mengenal pasti tahap kesedaran penjawat awam terhadap pengurusan aset dan fasiliti, seterusnya menganalisis hubungan antara pengetahuan, sikap dan amalan mereka dengan tahap kesedaran terhadap pengurusan aset dan fasiliti kerajaan. Kajian ini merupakan kajian kuantitatif dengan menggunakan reka bentuk kajian tinjauan melalui kaedah soal selidik ke atas 112 penjawat awam yang terdiri daripada pegawai aset dan fasiliti kementerian dan jabatan di Putrajaya. Hasil kajian menunjukkan bahawa tahap kesedaran penjawat awam terhadap pengurusan aset dan fasiliti kerajaan adalah tinggi. Ini ditunjukkan melalui pengetahuan yang tinggi dan sikap penjawat awam yang positif berupaya meningkatkan tahap kesedaran mereka terhadap pengurusan aset fasiliti kerajaan. Sebaliknya, tahap kesedaran dan pengetahuan yang tinggi, serta sikap penjawat awam yang positif tidak semestinya menjamin amalan yang cemerlang dalam pengurusan aset fasiliti kerajaan. Implikasi daripada kajian ini, adalah wajar penekanan dibuat ke atas strategi yang lebih berkesan bagi meningkatkan amalan dan pelaksanaan prinsip-prinsip Pengurusan Aset Menyeluruh (PAM) selaras dengan DPAK.
GEORGE TOWN, PENANG, AS A UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE: A SHOWCASE OF BEST PRACTISES IN HERITAGE CONSERVATION AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
Authors: Sazali Muhamad Ferdhaus , Ab Dulhamid Hasnizam , Ali Mohamad Azal Fikri
Published: November 2023

George Town in Penang is recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Malaysia. This article explores the case study of George Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Penang, Malaysia, focusing on its exemplary qualities. Including George Town in the UNESCO World Historical List 2008 was a notable achievement in historic preservation and urban growth. The primary aim of this essay is to analyse the effective strategies used in the preservation of George Town's cultural, architectural, and historical authenticity while concurrently fostering sustainable growth by two main primary entities: the City Council of Penang Island (MBPP) and George Town World Heritage Incorporated (GTWHI). Implementing these conservation programmes has not only resulted in preserving the city's physical and intangible history but has also revitalised its historic districts, thereby converting them into thriving centres for artistic expression, cultural activities, and tourist attractions. This article thoroughly examines relevant literature, policy papers, and on-site observations to elucidate the significant methods, problems, and results that have characterised George Town's progression as a World Heritage Site. The insights derived from the experience of George Town provide useful lessons for other cultural sites seeking to achieve a peaceful equilibrium between preservation, conservation, and future development.
SOCIOECONOMIC FACTORS AND ITS ROLE IN EMOTION REGULATION IN CHILDREN FROM A SOCIO-ECOLOGICAL PERSPECTIVE: A SYTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW
Authors: Razman Mohamad Omar Ihsan , Mohd Hoesni Suzana
Published: November 2023

Socioeconomic status (SES) has been shown to affect children in their ability to regulate emotions. Factors related to SES such as parenting behavior and chaotic living environment is linked to decreased emotion regulation (ER) in children. This review explores the role of SES in the development of ER in children. Two online databases were searched and returned 261 articles. After the process of screening and eligibility according to PRISMA guidelines, 10 articles were included in this review. Results from this systematic review suggest that there is a significant relationship between SES and ER and a correlational, predictive and longitudinal relationship between SES and ER in children was found. Three main themes were found associated with SES and ER in children which were family income, parental and environmental factor. SES is an essential factor associated with the development of ER in children. Findings from the study supports the importance of targeted social-emotional intervention for lower SES children.
BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE: CONCEPTUALIZING THE SARAWAK DIGITAL COMMUNITY CENTER (DCC) DEVELOPMENT MODEL
Authors: Lee Wee Chiat , Bujang Azlina , Sulaiman Sharin , Ambi Siti Hafizah , Anak Nicholas Adriana Amanda
Published: November 2023

This research paper endeavors to construct a comprehensive conceptual model for steering the sustainable evolution of Sarawak Digital Community Centers (SDCCs). The main emphasis is on figuring out crucial elements and procedures necessary for long-term sustainability and the constructive transformation of communities. The report examines the current state of Sarawak's Digital Community Centres in-depth and evaluates how they could support the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) listed in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development of the United Nations. Three basic pillars—economic sustainability, environmental sustainability, and social sustainability—support our conceptual framework for sustainable development. Within this paradigm, we investigate the crucial functions played throughout the SDCC lifetime by governmental assistance, collaborative efforts, and technology innovation. To ensure relevance in a constantly changing digital environment, we also stress the crucial need of cybersecurity education and adaptability to emerging technology. Using a mixed-methods approach that combines thematic analysis and phone interviews, the Sarawak Digital Community Centres want to acquire insights into the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and dangers they are currently facing. The SWOT analysis framework draws on this assessment to generate its suggestions and policy directives for sustainable development. In conclusion, Sarawak's Digital Community Centres have enormous potential to strengthen local communities, promote inclusivity, and promote societal and economic growth. The suggested model offers stakeholders and policymakers a road map for strengthening SDCCs and maximizing their impact on sustainable community development in the age of the digital economy.
EXPLORING FACTORS CONTRIBUTING TOWARDS COMMUNITY’S AWARENESS IN 3R BEHAVIOUR
Authors: Zulkarnain Izyan Farhana , Bujang Azlina , Norizan Saifulrizan , Sadikin Sarehan , Samasu Nur Farhani , Johari Aiza
Published: November 2023

The lack of knowledge and the ineffectiveness of many Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle (3R) awareness efforts are two problems caused by human behaviour and several solutions can be identified to rectify these issues. In line with this, one 3R programme was implemented in Samarahan, Sarawak, aiming to improve the knowledge, attitude, and practise of 3R awareness among the local community. 3R is one strategy for reducing and decreasing waste production whereby the rise of recycling rates could be the indicator of 3R awareness effectiveness for both the government and voluntarily engaged individuals as well as the communities. These days, both developed and developing nations are looking for the best methods in reducing the effects of climate change and looking for the best feasible solutions. As a result, this study has explored the conceptual ideas of general public’s awareness and the factors that influence their behaviours to be involved and engaged in 3R activities. Positive information regarding these behaviours may encourage the public to accept and practise the concepts of good citizenship in Malaysia. As the government's aspiration to raise the citizen’s awareness on the values and benefits of practising 3R in their daily life are still lacking, studying the factors that influence their behaviours to conduct 3R activities is a necessity to improve the environmental awareness.
CLOSING THE DIVIDE: INSIGHTS INTO CLOUD-BASED LEARNING FOR STUDENTS IN RURAL AREAS
Authors: Md Shamsudin Nurshamshida , Ladisma Mahadir , Anuar Roslaili , Tau Han Cheong , Ahmed Akmal
Published: November 2023

The digital revolution, characterized by the proliferation of cloud-based educational platforms, promises to democratize access to quality education. However, the benefits of this revolution are not uniformly distributed, with rural areas often lagging due to infrastructural and socio-economic disparities. This study seeks to explore the perspectives of students in rural areas regarding cloud-based education and to understand its potential to bridge the educational divide. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, data was collected from 500 students across ten rural districts through surveys, followed by in-depth interviews with a subset of 50 participants. Preliminary findings suggest that while a majority of students nnectivity and lack of adequate devices. Interestingly, students who had experienced cloud-based learning expressed a favorable attitude, highlighting its flexibility and the diverse range of resources. Yet, they also voiced concerns over limited teacher-student interaction and feelings of isolation. The research underscores the need for infrastructural development in rural areas, tailored instructional designs that foster community engagement, and teacher training to effectively harness the potential of cloud-based education.In conclusion, cloud-based education emerges as a promising avenue to address educational challenges in rural settings. However, its successful implementation requires a holistic approach, addressing both technological barriers and pedagogical adaptations to meet the unique needs of rural students.
EXPLORING ENGINEERING STUDENTS’ PERCEPTION ON THE EFFECTIVENESS OF COMMUNITY PROJECTS
Authors: Boon Yih Mah , Shukor Farhana , Ul-Saufie Ahmad Zia
Published: November 2023

In this endemic phase, it is more common to have more online classes as students and advisors worldwide are more prone to choose several technology aids to teach and learn at Higher Education institutions. In this study, Entrepreneurially Minded Learning through university-community engagement in Engineering education worked as the base for students to prepare in an English course for completing their community projects. This study investigated the perceptions of 24 second-semester foundation students in applying engineering knowledge. Consultation with their advisors about their plans is crucial for students to execute their projects throughout the 12 weeks of the semester. In this study, a working methodology on community project execution involved Phase 1 (Planning and Design), Phase 2 (Analysis, Monitoring, and Delivery), and Phase 3 (Evaluation). Semi-structured interview sessions elicit responses from the students. The benefits of community projects are an increased sense of social responsibility, awareness of future avenues, more recent platforms fully utilised for documentation purposes, and increased engagement. The challenges include the limitation to conducting community projects online, lack of skills in working in online groups, and low community engagement. Students' engagement with the community via community projects will assist them in applying their academic knowledge to solving challenges from the actual world. Students needed support from the advisors to complete the task assigned successfully to nurture their skills to apply knowledge gained from their community projects at their future workplaces.
Corporate Social Responsibility Practices by Paradeep Phosphates Limited (PPL): An Analysis
Authors: Surendra Kumar Mallick
Published: November 2023

Purpose: Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is an integral part of a corporate sector. It means Commitment of the business undertaking for equitable growth and sustainable development of society. CSR is a business strategy act as driver for a corporate sector to contribute some things return to the society. This research paper is a careful attempt to analyse and evaluate the CSR practices of Paradeep phosphates limited (PPL) in Odisha. Design/Methodology: For the research purpose PPL is one of the largest private sector fertilizer companies in odisha is selected. It’s simple reason is that PPL is the friend of farmers. Farmers development would mean nations development. Doubling the farmer’s Income is the national goal of Country which is to be achieved with the support of PPL directly or indirectly. Data in this research has been Collected from annual Reports, SDGS reports, web site, director’s Reports, CSR reports of Paradeep phosphates limited. Appropriate Statistical tools & technique (mean, SD, Correlation Charts & Graphs etc) have been used. Findings: The outcomes of this research study Provides an insight about the CSR Practices and CSR fund allocation and CSR fund utilization as percentage of average profit of PPL. Research, practical and social implication: The study of CSR practice is a vibrant issue in India since many years back for Sustainable development of the society. The present research is of Value to the researcher and Practitioner of Corporate Social Responsibility. The research study I hope immensely helpful in guiding, regulating, and conducting in CSR Practices of all sectors of companies as well as researchers in national and international level. Research limitation: The Present research study is based on one Private sector manufacturing undertaking namely Paradeep Phosphates Limited (PPL) Originality/value: The research article is based on secondary data. Researcher tries to Collect all these information and analyse these observations with using appropriate tools to make its reality in mind of Practitioner, thinkers, policymakers and users of sustainable development of society.
University Dropout Problems and Educational Trends
Authors: Fernando Augusto Poveda Aguja  , Lugo Manuel Barbosa Guerrero  , Mg. María Paola Ríos Rincón
Published: November 2023

School dropout is an issue that worries and threatens the permanence and student success in universities, becoming a decision factor that accounts for the lack of sensitive opportunities of the social purpose of universities. The lack of academic training constitutes them as relegated by society; from the research or it was possible to identify school dropout as a problem not particular to the educational institution but on the contrary, a serious problem that presents today's world, very marked in Latin America due to multiple factors that are encouraging adolescents to take the easiest path, which is the total neglect of their academic commitments.
Use of Study Techniques from an Intellectual Intervention Program
Authors: Richard Nixon Torres Moreno  , Fredy Javier Guarnizo Ante  , Fernando Augusto Poveda Aguja Ed  , Edgar Olmedo Cruz Mican  , Mg. Roberto José Guzmán Villanueva  , Mg. José Joaquín Cuervo Polania
Published: November 2023

The research relates the work skills through study habits, which accounts for the role of analyzing how they relate and communicate space from the study techniques in ninth grade students of a rural educational institution, in order to establish a process of improvement in the didactics of teaching, focused on educational quality parameters, this was done through a study with quantitative approach, with descriptive and correlational scope, non-experimental design of transectional or cross-sectional type, the sample consisted of 36 students between 13 and 16 years of age. Two instruments were applied, the first was the Primary Mental Aptitudes Questionnaire "PMA" (Thurstone & Thurstone, 2007) and the second was the Habits and Study Techniques Questionnaire "CHTE" (Álvarez & Fernández, 2015), in addition to the information of school academic performance of the first period of the 2019 school cycle, the values delivered strengthen the role of reasoning with the factors of verbal comprehension, spatial conception and numerical calculation, as well as the relationship between academic performance and spatial conception, and the relationships between different aspects of study habits.
Institutional Improvement and Judicial Application of the Civil Code — Succession Book
Authors: Wang Geya
Published: November 2023

China’s Civil Code — Succession Book is codified on the basis of the Law of Succession, with both legislative improvement and institutional innovations. The legislative improvement is reflected in various systems such as intestate succession, testate succession and testamentary gift, disposition of estates; the institutional innovations are reflected in the systems of disinheritance, succession in subrogation, the form and validity of wills, and the administrator of the estate. In order to accurately understand and apply the Civil Code — Succession Book, safeguard people’s succession rights and interests, and promptly resolve succession disputes, the Supreme People’s Court promulgated the Interpretation (I) of the Succession Book, which is significant in refining the legal norms of succession, clarifying the application situations of the legal norms of succession, judging the validity of succession, and safeguarding the rights and interests of the parties concerned.
Criminological features of crimes of a terrorist nature and extremist crimes in the PRC
Authors: Long Changhai
Published: November 2023

Terrorist crimes and extremist crimes have created a huge threat to state security, territorial integrity, social stability, economic development and social harmony in China. Persons who commit violent terrorist crimes have the following characteristics: a low level of culture, a decrease in age, an increase in the number of female participants, a low-level profession. The organizational features of violent terrorist crimes are manifested in the following: terrorist attacks by "lone wolves", groups with a free structure and strict organization, a clear trend in the development of the transnational nature of terrorist organizations. Violent terrorist crimes in China, from the point of view of the mode of action, have the following classic features: an explicit political goal, a motive for religious heresy or national enmity, a variety of ways and cruelty of methods of carrying out terrorists of violent terrorist acts. In the terrorist attacks that took place, almost all the criminals fell under the influence of the ideas of violent terrorism before committing the terrorist attack.
The principle of rule of law in local government in the PRC: theory and practice
Authors: Ha Shuju , Zhang Yueping
Published: November 2023

This article analyzes the theoretical and practical problems of the current legislation at the local level in China. Taking into account the principle of the rule of law, local legislation has become the most important aspect in strengthening the capacity of local self-government and stimulating local development, which causes local legislation to follow the same values and goals as municipal government. This article explains the main theories underlying the practice of local legislation in China, explores the underlying problems in the current practice of local legislation, studies how the principle of "rule of law" is combined with local resources in China, and suggests ways to develop local legislation and strengthen the rule of law. Based on the theory of socialist legislation with Chinese specifics and taking into account current trends and the material and legal resources of local government in China, the article argues that the way to implement the rule of law in local legislation and governance lies through the awareness by local legislatures of a reasonable position of power, the boundary between law and freedom, as well as the balance between rights and responsibilities. These three aspects are the core of research on the awareness of the value of the subject of the rule of law.
Paediatric Septic Arthritis of the Hip: Epidemiology, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Authors: Nusem Iulian , Sehu Marjoree
Published: November 2023

Background: Septic arthritis of the hip is an orthopaedic emergency which requires prompt diagnosis and treatment. If treated late or inadequately, it can have devastating consequences for the development of the hip joint. Infection is most commonly caused by Staphylococcus aureus which spreads via the blood stream or from an adjacent area of osteomyelitis. Diagnosing and managing this condition continue to be challenging and poor outcomes may occur. Neonates may present with sepsis and failure to thrive. There may be no fever. The hip is held in flexed, abducted and externally rotated position. The limb is held still and any passive movement causes pain. Older children typically present with a limp or refusal to walk. Children typically have elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) and C-reactive protein (CRP) levels. Needle aspiration is the most specific diagnostic test. Prompt surgical drainage and postoperative antibiotic therapy until signs of infection resolve are necessary to prevent late sequelae. Objectives: The present review aims to discuss the published evidence related to the diagnosis of septic arthritis of the hip based on history, physical examination, laboratory tests, imaging studies and arthrocentesis, and management including antibiotic treatment and surgical joint debridement. Conclusion: With prompt diagnosis and appropriate treatment, outcomes are generally good, with only few long-term sequelae. Delay in diagnosis and treatment may result in growth disturbances and joint destruction.
Association Between Race and Irritability, Inflammation, and Depression During Chemotherapy
Authors: Zhang Amy , Gao Keming , Chen Zhengyi Chen
Published: November 2023

Objectives: This study aimed to assess whether race modifies irritability and immunological inflammation, and their interaction to worsen depression during chemotherapy. Methods: 25 African American and 19 White nonmetastasized breast cancer patients were assessed on irritability, inflammation biomarker (hsCRP and IL-6), and depression at baseline (T 1 ) and after 3 months of chemotherapy (T 2 ). Wilcoxon rank sum test was performed to compare racial groups on these study variables. Generalized estimating equations (GEE) regression models for repeated measures were computed, using the severity of depression as the dependent variable, race, an inflammation biomarker (hsCRP or IL-6), irritability, interactions of these variables, and time as independent variables, controlling for age, baseline depression severity level and its racial difference. Results: The African American cancer patients had significantly higher levels of hsCRP (p = .040) and IL-6 (p = .018) than the White patients at T 2, without a significant baseline difference. In both regression models, the African American patients experiencing greater irritability reported significantly more severe depression at T 2 (p = .0002; .0048). In the regression model containing hsCRP, a negative interaction between irritability and hsCRP level was significantly associated with more severe depression at T 2 (p < .0001). In the regression model containing IL- 6, the African American patients (p = .03), most of whom had higher IL-6 (p < .0001), reported significantly more severe depression at T 2 , while White patients who had higher IL-6 levels also had more severe depression at T 2 (p = .016). Conclusion: Association between irritability and depression was significantly stronger for the African American patients than the White patients in this study, and the level of hsCRP influenced irritability and its association with depression. Identification of contributors to irritability, particularly for African Americans, is important for reducing irritability and depression in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. Moreover, the White cancer patients in the study who experienced higher IL-6 levels during chemotherapy were also at a higher risk of worsening depression and required medical attention.
Epithelial-mesenchymal transition and stemness of breast cancer cells: Effect of viscoelasticity of the substrate to mimics microenvironment
Authors: Okamoto Masami
Published: November 2023

Metastasis is one of the greatest challenges in cancer treatment today. Normal mammary epithelial cells are optimally supported by interaction with a soft matrix (microenvironment) with elastic modulus of about 800 Pa. However, after transformation, breast tissue becomes progressively stiffer and tumour cells become significantly more contractile and hyper-responsive to matrix elasticity. In addition, importantly, the cancer cells penetrate into blood vessel and enter the circulation during metastasis. The modulus of fluid such as blood or mucus has very low stiffness of around 50 Pa. For this reason, the critical association between cancer cell phenotype and the change of matrix rigidity with an order of magnitude smaller should be emphasizing. This review highlights the current understanding of epithelial-mesenchymal transition and cancer stem cells in metastasis, and identified importance for investigation on artificial extracellular matrix with different viscoelastic properties, which is required to mimics in vivo microenvironment. The substrate damping coefficient (tand) as potential physical parameter emerged the important linkage to cellular motility, cancer stemness, and epithelial-mesenchymal transition induction. Although further investigation is required to clarify the efficacy of environmental stimuli (tand) for tumors exhibiting stem cell-like properties, this review indicates that the cancer cells incubated on softer substrate might lead to express cancer stem cell biomarkers exhibiting high expression.
Oxidative stress and neurodegenerative diseases: Exploring natural antioxidants for therapeutic potential
Authors: Doke Rohit , Kallur Santosh , Suryawanshi Aditya , Utarade Akshada , Kandalkar Pallavi , Morde Rushikesh , Bhagwat Ajay
Published: November 2023

Neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and Huntington's, are a growing global health challenge with no definitive cure. Oxidative stress is implicated in these disorders, and antioxidants have emerged as a promising avenue for addressing them. Research has shown the potential of natural antioxidants to combat oxidative stress in neurodegenerative disorders, but clinical trials have often failed to treat patients effectively. However, natural extracts have shown diverse molecular activities beyond their antioxidant capabilities, indicating their potential for prevention and disease management. This review will explore in vitro and in vivo research studies to highlight the promising prospects of natural antioxidants and their therapeutic applications in Neurodegenerative conditions.
Formulation and evaluation of antibacterial gel containing pongamia pinnata
Authors: Tiware Shital Anup , Shirbhate Trupti M , Virutkar Ruchita , Darne Chetan S , Maske Monika , Baheti Jagdish R
Published: November 2023

Most topical preparations are meant to be applied to the skin and therefore basic knowledge of skin and its physiological function and biochemistry is very important for designing topical formulations. Sweat and fatty acids secreted from sebum influence the pH of the skin surface. It is advocated that the acidity of the skin helps in limiting or preventing the growth of pathogens and other organisms. One promising avenue is the use of herbal gels, which harness the power of natural compounds derived from plants to combat microbial infections. The aim of the study is to formulate and evaluate antibacterial gel containing Pongamia pinnata.

Three formulations were developed by using suitable polymer(carbopol 934p). Developed formulations of herbal gel were evaluated for the physico-chemical parameters such as pH, viscosity, absorbance. This led to an outcome of the formulation of stable herbal gel possessing potent antibacterial activity.

Three formulations were developed by using suitable polymer (carbopol 934p). Developed formulations of herbal gel were evaluated for the physico-chemical parameters such as pH, viscosity, absorbance.
The Generation of Free Russia
Authors: Vasiliev V.V.
Published: November 2023

In the article, the author reflects on the generation of the Moscow nineties starting from personal memories and his own philosophical career. It is argued that it was the generation of the nineties with the greatest consequences for themselves that relieved the experience of Russia's transition from totalitarianism to freedom in the late 80s – early 90s of the XX century. The author, in particular, argues that this experience is responsible for the individualism characteristic of many representatives of this generation. The article discusses the situation at the Faculty of Philosophy of Moscow State University at the turn of the 90s, the achievements of Moscow philosophers from the generation of the nineties and a number of trends and problems of modern Russian philosophy.