bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A preliminary study on assessment of air quality in Tirana, Albania
Authors: Kika Alda , Shehu Alma , Shehu Sonila , Pranvera Lazo
Published: December 2023

The concentrations of particulate matter and Fe in airborne particulate matter and transplanted moss were investigated to evaluate the air quality of Tirana city. It was carried out in the summer of 2021 and the winter of 2020-2021. Particulate matter of various sizes (PM2.5 and PM10) was collected on Teflon-coated glass fibre filters. Fe was determined in PMs and moss transplants, the last were exposed for two months at the same monitoring site as PMs. The measurements were carried out in areas with heavy traffic during the summer under relatively high air temperatures, up to 23° C, which can affect the high concentrations of solid particles in the air and therefore high Fe levels. Statistical analysis was used to discuss the results of particulate matter and iron in solid particles and moss. A higher concentration of Fe was found in total suspended particles (TSP) and a lower concentration in smaller particles. The concentration data were compared with the recommended values in the European Directives. The concentrations of all parameters under investigation were higher than the permitted ones for rural and residential areas and lower than the recommended values for industrial areas. Correlation analysis revealed high and significant correlations (R > 0.8, p < 0.05) between Fe concentrations in moss transplants and particulate matter, showing a high effect of particulate matter on airborne Fe. It may increase human exposure through inhalation and lead to harmful health problems. This requires stronger measures to improve air quality in the city.
Performance analyses of hydroxyethyl cellulose (HEC) polymer as gelling agent in gravel-pack carrier fluid formulation for sand control of hydrocarbon production wells
Authors: Obibuike Ubanozie , Toochukwu Ekwueme , Chemazu Igbojionu , Onyejekwe Ifeanyi , Princewill Ohia , Chidubem Udochukwu
Published: December 2023

This study considers the performance of 40ppt and 60ppt hydroxyethyl cellulose (HEC) polymer used as a gelling agent in the formulation of carrier fluids for gravel pack transport in sand control operations in oil and gas wells. The gravel pack carrier fluid was prepared by adding adequate amounts of sodium persulfate (SP) used as gel breaker, Fe-2 used as an iron control agent, KCL brine as mixed fluid, K-35 used as pH buffer, BE-6, and BE-35 used as biocides, HEC used as a gelling agent, and distilled water. The effects of temperature, gel loading, and breaker fluid concentration on the rheology, gel break time, and sand settling of the formulated HEC carrier fluid were considered. The results showed that shear stress, plastic viscosity and yield point and consistency factor decreased with an increase in bottomhole temperature for both 40ppt and 60ppt HEC gels. Furthermore, flow behaviour index was observed to be within the range of 0.45±0.1 40ppt and 0.5±0.04 for 60ppt HEC of gel loading, respectively and showing shear-thinning characteristics. Good gravel settling was observed for the HEC gels when in contact with gravel, addition of breaker fluid greatly improved the sand/gravel suspension for 40ppt and 60ppt gel loadings. Gel break time of the HEC gel increased with increasing gel loading, and at higher breaker fluid concentrations, HEC gel degradation becomes more critical as temperature increases. The results highlight the adequate performance of HEC polymer as gravel pack fluid in sand control operation.
Magnifying the GCD behaviour of FePO4 composite with low temperature plasma exposed Bamboo charcoal enforced in energy storage devices
Authors: Subramaniam Saveetha , Arumugam Vijayalakshmi
Published: December 2023

Materials based on phosphate have been suggested as suitable electrode components for energy storage devices and also indicated that the phosphate framework can help to keep active sites stable. The physical and chemical properties of Fe-based phosphates make them promising cathode compounds for energy storage systems. In this work, the additive carbonous material as a bamboo charcoal (BCC) which was prepared and activated using the pyrolysis process. The irradiation of DC glow discharge plasma improved the surface attributes such as wettability, adhesion, and conductivity. Here, the hydrothermal technique was used to synthesize FePO4 nano particles. The dielectric behaviour was analysed at room temperature for pure FePO4 and composite of FePO4/Plasma treated BCC. The GCD behaviour of pure FePO4 and composite of FePO4/Plasma treated BCC was analysed with aqueous electrolyte of 2M KOH at different current densities. In perspective, the dielectric constant and specific capacitance of the FePO4/plasma treated BCC material seems to be very strong.
Feasibility Analysis of a Methanol Fuelled Bulk Carrier
Authors: Adami Giorgia , Figari Massimo
Published: December 2023

Emissions restrictions are growing worldwide due to climate change concern. In the maritime sector different fuels are under scrutiny to identify the best option toward a carbon free transport. Methanol, the simplest alcohol, is one of the most discussed alternative fuels. This work aims at investigating the use of this chemical as fuel on board from different perspectives in order to provide a complete picture. A 34000 DWT bulk carrier has been used as case study including both the hypothesis of a retrofit and a newbuilding. From the technical point of view the attention has been focussed on the ship general arrangement finding space for methanol tanks and fuel systems, in agreement with the existing ABS rules. A carbon footprint emission assessment has been performed, taking into account both IMO’s and EU’s regulations. To have a more complete overview, a preliminary economic evaluation is also performed with the estimation of OpEx and CapEx related to the methanol system on board. Results showed the technical feasibility with respect to the ship conversion and some criticality related to safety measures and the energy content of methanol. From the polluting impact point of view, the study highlights the importance of a Well to Wake (WtW) approach instead of considering only Tank to Wake (TtW) emissions. From this perspective, with a global decrease in GHG emissions of about 85% with respect to HFO, green methanol appears to be the only viable ecological solution. The use of bio methanol on board significantly affects OpEx, with an estimate increase of more than 250%, due to the high costs of methanol produced from renewable feedstocks and its small production worldwide.
Problematika Pembelajaran Bahasa Arab di Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Swasta UMMI Lubuk Pakam
Authors: Ivlatia Siti Mahrami , Hasibuan Ernida , Sa'idah Siti
Published: December 2023

Arabic is a language that every Muslim must learn. Islamic-based madrasahs make Arabic a compulsory subject. There are problems in learning Arabic in this Madrasah, namely many of the students when learning Arabic students feel bored, the assumption that Arabic is a difficult subject to learn, the lack of knowledge of mufrodat in students, and Arabic language learning that is less structured. The method used in compiling the study of this journal discussion is a qualitative method by conducting observations for research and library research sourced from books, journals and other articles as supporting references. There are internal and external factors that cause the emergence of Arabic learning problems. The internal factors are learning methods, media or facilities, student motivation, and learning resources used during the learning process. While the external factors are the environment and the absence of Madrasah programs on lesson plans. The efforts in overcoming this problem will be presented in the discussion.
ANÁLISE COMPARATIVA DAS TÉCNICAS DE ELETROLUMINESCÊNCIA E DE CORRENTE ELÉTRICA PRODUZIDA POR FEIXE LASER EM CÉLULAS SOLARES
Authors: Krever Lopes Bruno , Moehlecke Adriano , Dos Santos Kochenborger Augusto , Zanesco Izete
Published: December 2023

O crescimento exponencial da indústria de módulos fotovoltaicos amplia a demanda de técnicas de controle de qualidade para células e módulos fotovoltaicos. A técnica LBIC (light-beam induced current - corrente elétrica induzida por feixe luminoso) é não destrutiva e amplamente utilizada em laboratórios de pesquisa para estudo e controle de qualidade de células solares. Embora essa técnica forneça informações detalhadas sobre os defeitos nas células solares, sua aplicabilidade na indústria é limitada, devido ao elevado tempo de processamento. A eletroluminescência (EL) é uma técnica que consiste em fotografar a célula durante a excitação por meio de uma diferença de potencial, fazendo com que emita radiação eletromagnética na faixa do infravermelho. Na indústria de módulos fotovoltaicos e em sistemas fotovoltaicos, esta técnica está sendo utilizada para identificação de células solares com microfissuras e defeitos, que não poderiam ser identificadas por inspeção visual. Nesse artigo é realizada uma análise comparativa das técnicas de EL (com câmera fotográfica digital simples) e LBIC com o objetivo de encontrar uma correlação entre o brilho obtido nas imagens de EL e os mapas de comprimento de difusão de portadores minoritários (LD) obtidos pela técnica LBIC. Foram comparadas a distribuição bidimensional de LD e a imagens de EL de células solares de silício multicristalino com estrutura n+pp+. Os resultados indicaram semelhanças entre as imagens de EL e mapas de LBIC, observando-se que as regiões de menor brilho nas imagens EL correspondem a regiões de menor LD. Os resultados também apontam ser possível obter imagens satisfatórias de EL mesmo com uma câmera simples, contudo aplicando uma tensão elétrica de polarização direta maior que 6 V. Portanto, este método de menor custo e de menor tempo de processamento poderá ser utilizado para análise do LD.
Heterosexist system justification: Identity and ideology explain variability in sexual minorities’ opposition to homophobia and support for LGBTQ+ rights
Authors: Hoffarth Mark R. , Liaquat Usman , Jost John T.
Published: December 2023

We hypothesized that because politically conservative ideology legitimizes the status quo—including heteronormative institutions and arrangements—it should be negatively associated with in-group identification, opposition to homophobia, and support for LGBTQ+ rights among sexual minorities. These hypotheses, which were derived from system justification theory, were assessed in large US samples of sexual minority respondents. In Study 1 (N = 4,530) and Study 2 (N = 1,107), we observed that more conservative sexual minorities expressed weaker sexual identification, and, relatedly, less support for same-sex marriage and adoption and other rights and privileges, as well as less participation in collective action in favor of LGBTQ+ rights. In Study 3 (N = 446), heterosexist system justification was associated with decreased sexual identification and support for LGBTQ+ rights. In all studies, identity and ideology accounted for unique variance in support for vs. opposition to LGBTQ+ rights. Implications for the politics of sexual identity and collective action among disadvantaged groups are discussed.
Analysis of Potential Export Market Strategy in Craft Business from Typical Karo Woven Cloth in North Sumatra
Authors: Situmorang Katherine , Sawitri Dewi Khrisna
Published: December 2023

Export market research is an important component in carrying out export activities. In this research, an analysis of export market opportunities was carried out to find potential markets for craft business actors from typical Karo woven cloth in North Sumatra so that they could maximize marketing efforts globally. This research aims to determine the export market potential for Karo handicraft products and find the right strategy in marketing typical Karo handicraft products. The research method used in this research is a qualitative approach, then data collection is carried out through interviews, observation and surveys. The results of data testing show that the potential export markets for Karo craft products are Singapore and then Malaysia, so it is necessary to maximize market opportunities in these countries with appropriate export marketing strategies. Karo craft entrepreneurs need to maximize marketing to export destination countries with strategies that can be implemented starting from online marketing, participating in international exhibitions and events as well as carrying out strategic collaborations.
Relationship between Learning Style and Motivation on Student Learning Outcomes at MAN Insan Cendikia Palu
Authors: Firmansyah Moh. , Hasdin Hasdin , Jamaludin Jamaludin
Published: December 2023

The aim of this research is to analyze the significant relationship between learning style and motivation on student learning outcomes in class XII Civics subjects at MAN Insan Cendikia Palu. This research is quantitative research using descriptive analysis. Data collection was carried out by conducting observations, questionnaires and documentation. The research subjects were class XII students at MAN Insan Cendikia Palu. The sample in this research consisted of 45 students. Data collection methods use documentation and questionnaires. The instruments used in this research have met the criteria for validity and reliability. The results of the research show that there is a significant positive relationship where the r count is 0.805, so the relationship between learning style (visual) and learning outcomes in Civics subjects in class XII MAN Insan Cendikia Palu is in the very high category. There is a significant positive relationship between the learning style (auditory) and the learning outcomes of PPKn subjects for class in the high category. Based on the r value interpretation table where r is 0.791, the relationship between learning style (kinesthetic) and learning outcomes in Civics subjects in class XII MAN Insan Cendikia Palu is in the high category. There is a positive and significant relationship between learning motivation and the learning outcomes of Civics subjects in class XII MAN Insan Cendikia Palu with a significance value of 0.000. There is a positive and significant relationship between learning style and learning motivation together with the learning outcomes of Civics subjects in class .
Systematic Literature Review: Trends Literacy Numeration in Maritime Materials Teaching Materials in the Digital Era
Authors: Nuryati Nuryati , Hufad Achmad , Rusdiyani Isti
Published: December 2023

Study This aim for do a Related literature review on trend literacy teaching materials numeration in the material maritime For child age early in the digital era. Research methods used _ in the study This is the SLR (Systematic Literature Review) method. Data collection was carried out with document articles that have been studied similarly. The articles used are 17 articles from some journals national and international indexed by Google Scholar Semantic Scholar and Scopus published in 2013-2023, based on a study found that teaching materials _ maritime form printed and digital teaching materials. Printed maritime teaching materials in the form of modules, comic media, learning models Webb, form songs, form book education characters, suitcase media literacy, and form products. Whereas teaching materials in digital form only One teaching material viz shaped book story digital illustration entitled Baso and Pinisi For increase culture maritime child. Therefore _ that's necessary done develop teaching materials _ maritime so that it can help children increase their literacy and numeracy related to culture maritime in children's age early in a way maximum. Study This expectation can give insight and knowledge for teachers and parents specifically material, so can increase inner teacher creativity in making teaching materials. Study This clarifies and explains research previously about trend teaching materials _ maritime For growing literacy numeracy child age early in the digital era. And based on searches carried out Not yet found a study with the same topic.
Jede hat ihr Kreuz zu tragen
Authors: Jacobs Christina , Middeler Maike
Published: December 2023

Bayerische Behörden sind verpflichtet, „als Ausdruck der geschichtlichen und kulturellen Prägung Bayerns gut sichtbar ein Kreuz“ in ihrem Eingangsbereich anzubringen. So sieht es § 28 AGO vor, den das Bundesverwaltungsgericht (BVerwG) in seinem Urteil vom 19.12.2023 nach einer Klage unter anderem vom Bund für Geistesfreiheit (BfG) für rechtmäßig befunden hat. Soweit die Klage sich auf das Anbringen der Kreuze richtet, sei sie unbegründet. Eine Verletzung der Kläger*innen in ihren Rechten aus Art. 4 Abs. 1 und 2 GG wird zutreffend verneint, weil die Kläger*innen als Weltanschauungsgemeinschaften kein Recht auf Konfrontationsschutz haben. In den weiteren Punkten weicht die Argumentation des Gerichts indes nicht nur geradezu provokativ von etablierten verfassungsrechtlichen Maßstäben ab, sondern verstrickt sich dabei auch in Wertungswidersprüche.
2023: ein Blick zurück
Authors: Editorial Staff VB
Published: December 2023

Die Verfassungsblog-Texte des Jahres aus Sicht der Redaktion
Legal Aspects Of Liquidation Of The Bank Against The Customer
Authors: Muda Sipayung Iskandar
Published: December 2023

The purpose of writing this article is to be able to determine the regulation of legal aspects of liquidation that have an impact on customers when a bank is liquidated. The method used to study this article is the normative legal research method. In huku research methodsm normative approach is using legislation- invitation and conceptual approach as a way to solve the problem based on legal materials obtained and analyzed by the description technique qualitative . After reviewing the results obtained that arrangements related to bank liquidation in the banking system in Indonesia have actually been arranged. This can be seen in the Banking Act, the UU LPS, Government Regulation No. 25 of 1999 and other provisions. Basically, the decree contains the same thing, namely that liquidation is the end of bank failure. In the event that the bank is liquidated, the bank must return the deposits held by customers. If the assets owned by the bank are insufficient, the commissioners, directors and shareholders can be held accountable to meet the obligations of the bank.
AN OVERVIEW OF TECHNOLOGY USE FOR PARENT TRAINING IN BEHAVIOR ANALYTIC INTERVENTIONS
Authors:   University of Guadalajara, Arredondo-Urtiz Elba M. , Díaz Reséndiz Felipe de Jesús ,   University of Guadalajara, Franco-Paredes Karina ,   University of Guadalajara, Fielding Cheryl ,   University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Published: December 2023

The efficacy of Applied Behavior Analytic (ABA) interventions for children who display problematic behavior has been well-documented and repeatedly demonstrated, however, global access to these interventions is restricted due to their limited availability. A promising strategy to attend a greater number of children in need of behavioral intervention is to train parents using various means of technology. The purpose of this overview is to present the process of incorporating technology into training parents in ABA interventions from a chronological perspective. A total of 65 studies were identified using an electronic search in eleven databases. The information collected is presented synthetically in tables and figures with data related to the content of training, the methods used, and the technological resources employed, as well as a narrative analysis of the information around four themes: technological advances on parent training, problems addressed, research methods and reported findings. The findings showed that technology has facilitated parent training in ABA interventions and thus contributed to advances in behavioral science and promoted the expansion of ABA services.
The Indonesian Government's Policies to Improve Air Travel Consumer Protection
Authors: Arthur Hedar Harris
Published: December 2023

This research focuses on the conformity of Indonesian policies with international standards and the effectiveness of these policies in improving consumer protection. A comparative analysis involving Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand revealed similarities in the issuance of consumer protection laws in 1999, highlighting differences in mechanisms and approaches. The study discusses differences in consumer treatment during flight delays or cancellations, referring to international standards set by IATA and ICAO. Recommendations involve harmonization of policies in ASEAN, implementation of international recommendations, analysis of the role of authorities such as National Dispute Resolution Bodies, strengthening stakeholder engagement for a robust safety culture, increased consumer awareness, and regional cooperation for effective consumer protection policies. The conclusion of this study shows that there is still potential to improve coordination and harmonization between countries in Southeast Asia so that aviation consumer protection can be more effective and equitable throughout the region. These measures will support the understanding and protection of aviation consumer rights consistently, in accordance with the demands of international standards and best practices in the global aviation industry.
Effect of Early Rehabilitation Nursing on Patients with Myocardial Infarction: A Meta-analysis
Authors: Chen Yuehua , Zhu Xiaoting , Zhang Zhufeng , Li Keye
Published: December 2023

Objectives: In this study, we systematically evaluated the effectiveness and safety of rehabilitation nursing in the treatment of patients with acute myocardial infarction (AMI), and its effect on improving the cardiac function and exercise tolerance of AMI patients. Methods:
All relevant published articles were searched through a computer-based retrieval of PubMed, Embase, Biosis Previews, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, China National Knowledge Internet, China Biomedical Literature Service System, Weipu Information Chinese Periodical Service Platform and Wanfang
databases since their establishment. Randomized controlled trials on rehabilitation nursing and exercise intervention for patients with AMI were included, and the Cochrane risk-of-bias tool was used for quality evaluation. After quality evaluation and data extraction, we conducted statistical
analysis using RevMan 5.3. Results: A total of 15 English articles were included. The meta-analysis showed that the left ventricular ejection fraction (mean difference [MD] = 5.76, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 4.55-6.97, p < .00001), left ventricular end-diastolic
diameter (MD = 6.81, 95% CI: 8.17-5.45, p < .00001) and 6-minute walking distance (MD = 2.41, 95% CI: 3.42-1.40, p < .00001) showed statistically significant differences between the rehabilitation nursing group and the control group (p < .0001). However,
no statistically significant difference was found in systolic blood pressure (MD = 2.29, 95% CI: 2.53-7.12, p = 0.35). Conclusion: Early rehabilitation nursing can effectively improve cardiac function and exercise tolerance in patients with AMI. It has a degree
of guiding significance for improving the quality of life of patients with MI and reducing complications.
Political Psychology and Polarisation: A Conceptual Approach
Authors: Geçer Ekmel
Published: December 2023

This study, mostly in a theoretical way and through a descriptive textual analysis, aims to give insights into the digital divide within the context of political and media psychology. The article creates new concepts and theories, and relates them to the conflicts on online platforms and tries to present the socio-cultural background that reinforces online polarisation based on new media and communication theories. The article discusses cultural psychology as the main motive for digital polarisation and touches upon online behaviour patterns that are considered as the driving force of rigid politicisation. Starting from this point of view, this conceptual study attempts to answer how the digital divide plays a role as a root cause or intervening factor in conflict and resolution issues and state-society relations. This work then aims to shed valuable light on the dynamics of peace and political psychology in reducing digital polarization and how terms related to socio-cultural psychology like contact theory may increase intimacy and reduce prejudices towards the other which are most likely caused by the echo chambers created on the online platforms. Therefore, this theoretical research, uncovering the potential of peace psychology and drawing upon the relevant existing literature, has important implications for reducing political polarization, the digital divide in other words, on online media platforms which will also help overcome conflicts and discriminations in daily political lives.
El Marco Nopal: Un Marco Heurístico para Entender el Racismo en el Contexto de México
Authors: Borja Sharon , De La Cruz Pedro Isnardo
Published: December 2023

The issue of racism in Mexico has been marked by sporadic attention and a lack of sustained and thorough research. In addition, the literature has largely neglected the concept of the embodiment of racism, a critical dimension that explores how systemic inequalities manifest themselves in tangible physiological and psychological outcomes. This gap not only limits our understanding of the multiple impacts of racism, but also hinders the development of comprehensive social and health policy interventions to address its harms. Drawing on the nopal metaphor, deeply rooted in Mexican culture, the framework examines racism through three key dimensions: overt everyday racism ("Racismo Cotidiano y Visible"), systemic racism ("Racismo Sistémico"), and the embodied experience of racism ("Racismo Encarnado"). Using one approach, the framework serves as a roadmap for a wide range of research questions and methodologies. Importantly, it emphasizes the need for participatory research, based on the universe of communities under study and intervention, to ensure culturally sensitive and directly applicable results. The nopal framework aims to provide a nuanced understanding of the complexities of racism in Mexico, offering avenues for empirical studies and interventions with community participation.

El tema del racismo en México ha estado marcado por una atención esporádica y una falta de investigación sostenida y exhaustiva. Además, la literatura ha descuidado en gran medida el concepto de encarnación del racismo, una dimensión crítica que explora cómo las desigualdades sistémicas se manifiestan en resultados fisiológicos y psicológicos tangibles. Esta brecha no solo limita nuestra comprensión de los múltiples impactos del racismo, sino que también obstaculiza el desarrollo de intervenciones integrales de políticas sociales y de salud para abordar sus daños. Basándose en la metáfora del nopal, profundamente arraigada en la cultura mexicana, el marco examina el racismo a través de tres dimensiones clave: el racismo cotidiano abierto (“Racismo Cotidiano y Visible”), el racismo sistémico (“Racismo Sistémico”) y la experiencia encarnada de racismo (“Racismo Encarnado”). Utilizando un enfoque interdisciplinario, el marco sirve como hoja de ruta para una amplia gama de preguntas y metodologías de investigación. Es importante destacar que enfatiza la necesidad de una investigación participativa, basada en el universo de comunidades objeto de estudio e intervención, para garantizar resultados culturalmente sensibles y directamente aplicables. El marco nopal tiene como objetivo proporcionar una comprensión matizada de las complejidades del racismo en México, ofreciendo vías para estudios empíricos e intervenciones con participación comunitaria.
Pre-conceptual design activities of the NIST neutron source:
Authors: Cook Jeremy C , Majkrzak Charles F , King Hubert E , Neumann Dan A
Published: December 2023

This report is relevant to the eventual replacement of NIST’s NBSR research reactor with a new NIST research reactor – the NIST Neutron Source (NNS) - destined to provide enhanced neutron research opportunities for the US into the future. The report outlines preliminary studies undertaken to assess possible cold and thermal beam and instrument layouts for a pre-conceptual design of the NNS. It makes use of a starting wish list of cold and thermal instruments (outlined in Appendix A) and their estimated footprints and accommodates those requiring end-positions, allowing for instrument accessibility. 16 cold neutron guide tubes in a curved-straight geometry (with no direct line-of-sight to the source from their exits) are assumed to conduct the cold neutron beams in opposing directions from two cold neutron sources into two neutron guide halls. The thermal neutron beams, possibly using thermal neutron guides to locate more instruments further from the reactor face, emerge approximately tangentially to the cold neutron beams. In both cases, the beams are tangential to the fuel, to limit acceptance of unscattered fast neutrons. The curvature and reflective coatings of the cold neutron guides are manufacturable with current technology and chosen to provide high cold neutron flux with low short wavelength contamination and a characteristic wavelength of 0.3 nm (3 Å) for all 16 curved guide sections. Further improvements, optimizations, and the possibility to accommodate an increased number of instruments will be explored later as the NNS design evolves. This technical note is part of a series of notes describing preliminary analyses and planning for the pre-conceptual design of a reactor to replace, in due course, the National Bureau of Standards Reactor (NBSR) at the NIST Center for Neutron Research. The replacement reactor, dubbed as the NIST Neutron Source (NNS), is currently planned to be a 20 MW pool-type compact core cooled and moderated by H2O and fueled with high-assay low-enriched U-10Mo. The core consists of nine fuel assemblies in a 3x3 square lattice encased in a chimney and surrounded by a D2O-filled reflector tank that contains two LD2 cold sources on opposite sides of the core.
Analysis Of Islamic Family Law Renewal In Türkiye
Authors: Siska Kinasih
Published: December 2023

Turkey was the first country to reform Muslim Family Law, and the idea emerged in 1915. Legislation of new laws to complement Islamic law on a large scale was carried out by the Ottoman rulers in the 10th/16th century AD. produce qanun . The Turkish Civil Law further elevates the status of women, especially the prohibition of polygamy, the freedom for wives to file divorce claims for certain reasons, as well as equality in inheritance. The reform of Islamic law in the format of family law legislation began in 1917 with the ratification of The Ottoman Law of Family Rights (Law on family rights) by the Turkish Government. The reform of family law in Turkey is a milestone in the history of family law reform in the Islamic world and has had a major influence on the development of family law in other countries.
Investigation of Oxytetracycline and Enrofloxacin Residue in Beef Collected from Hatay Province
Authors: ÇİÇEK DOĞAN Özlem , TÜRK Erdinç , DURNA ÇORUM Duygu
Published: December 2023

Aim to study: This study purposed to investigate the residues of oxytetracycline and enrofloxacin in beef samples collected from different districts of Hatay province.
Material and methods: Fifty beef samples, each weighing 100 grams, were randomly acquired from butchers and markets. High-performance liquid chromatography was utilized for sample analysis.
Results: The maximum residue limits for red meat in the European Union and the Turkish Food Codex is 100 μg/kg for enrofloxacin, ciprofloxacin and oxytetracycline, while according to the Food and Agriculture Organization it is 200 μg/kg. Residues of oxytetracycline, enrofloxacin, and its metabolite ciprofloxacin were found below the maximum residue limits determined by the Turkish Food Codex and Food and Agriculture Organization in 5 (10%) out of 50 beef samples. In 90% of the samples, no residues of enrofloxacin, oxytetracycline, and ciprofloxacin were detected. However, enrofloxacin residues were found in 2 muscle samples (4%) at concentration of 47 and 57 µg/kg, and ciprofloxacin residues of 60 µg/kg. Additionally, oxytetracycline residues were detected in 2 samples (4%) at concentrations of 88 and 95 μg/kg.
Conclusion: It was observed that oxytetracycline and enrofloxacin are used in fattening in Hatay province and pre-slaughter waiting periods are adhered to.
Touching Reduces Pain and Stress: A Narrative Review
Authors:   University of Miami/Miller School of Medicine and Fielding Graduate University, USA, Field Tiffany
Published: December 2023

This narrative review involved entering the terms touching, massage, pain and stress on PubMed and PsycINFO literature search engines. The search yielded 47 studies that are summarized here. The prevalence of touching has varied widely across cultures from a low of 57% in China to a high of 100% in Austria. Touching has been more prevalent in relationships with partners and children and was more diverse in warmer, less conservative and religious countries and among younger, female and liberal people. The three predominant forms of touching that appear in this literature include handholding primarily for painful conditions, hugging (embracing) for stressful conditions and massaging for both painful and stressful conditions. Other less prevalent literature addresses the effects of COVID-19 on touching, touching by robots, and negative reactions to touching. Unlike earlier literature, most of the researchers have either measured or theorized underlying brain pathways for touching reducing pain and stress. Most of this research has been conducted in the laboratory as opposed to being naturalistic, so it is not clear how generalizable the data are to lifelike situations.
Brief Guide to Sustainable Practices in Hospitals
Authors: Siddiqi Syed
Published: December 2023

With the impacts of climate change becoming more apparent than ever, it is time to look at the leading causes of the worsening state of the globe. Not only will resolving these sources of environmental decay create a safer planet, it will lead to better health for those that populate it. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) has found that environmental hazards, to include air pollution, chemical exposures and extreme weather changes, can lead to several illnesses to include chronic disease such as cancer and asthma and acute symptoms such as heat exhaustion. Resolving these issues will lead to better lifestyles and life longevity. Surprisingly enough, researchers at Yale University and Northeastern University have found that hospital buildings are ranked second in the amount of energy that is used amongst all commercial buildings. The harmful health effects caused by the ones that treat and care for illnesses is ironic to say the least. It is important for changes in the healthcare industry to improve the community by practicing safer and greener methods of care. A few of the major areas that can improve sustainable practices within hospital systems are discussed below.
Quality of some types of refined vegetable oils marketed in Douala/Cameroon
Authors: KENMOGNE SIMO Thierry Césaire , DI-MAISSOU Jean Albert , NGO NYOBE Judith Caroline , MANA NGANGUE Sastile , NTSOMBOH-NTSEFONG Godswill , NGANDO EBONGUE Georges Franck , ETAME LOE Gisele , MPONDO MPONDO Emmanuel
Published: December 2023

Refined vegetable oils are sources of energy, essential fatty acids, antioxidants, and fat-soluble vitamins. They help fight against malnutrition and cellular ageing. Poor conditions of extraction, refining, conservation and storage can alter their quality. The objective of this work was to analyze some quality parameters of 56 samples of vegetable oils marketed in Douala. This quality was assessed by the dosage of the acid and peroxide values; the determination of the water content and that of insoluble impurities. The methods used are those defined by Cameroonian Standard NC 77: 2002-03, REV.1. (2011) on vitamin A-enriched vegetable oils. The results show that: only 44.64 % of the samples had a conforming acid value, 62.50 % had a conforming peroxide value, 60.71 % had a conforming water content and no sample had a conforming insoluble impurities content. The quality of refined vegetable oils marketed in Douala is poor. The estimated level of compliance on their quality is 41.96 %. It is said to be influenced by inadequate conditions of extraction, refining, transport by ship and, to a small extent, storage conditions in the markets. Considerable efforts need to be made in addition to the achievements Cameroon has made in the field of food quality control.
Consommation et composition chimique des bouillons au Sénégal : risques associés
Authors: NDAO Sokhna , TOURE Ndèye Ngoné , NDIAYE Anna , TIRÉRA Harouna , DIOP Amadou , NDIAYE Bara , DIOP Yérim Mbagnick , SARR Serigne Omar ,   Fondation Ceres-Locustox, Ministère de l’Agriculture et de l’équipement rural, Sphère ministériel de Diamniadio, BP 4005, Dakar, Sénégal
Published: December 2023

Despite the controversy surrounding their composition, broths cubes are omnipresent in Senegalese cuisine and benefit from sustained advertising. Hence the need to study their consumption, their chemical composition and the associated risks. Consumption data was obtained through a survey of 150 households in Dakar, while nutritional composition data was obtained using the AOAC 968.08 method. The results revealed that 87% of the population consumes on average between 5.46 and 21g of broths per day and the most consumed brands are successively“1”; “2”; “3” and “4”. The sodium contents vary between 19.18 ± 2.66 mg% and 22.50 ± 3.16 mg%; those in iron between 2.84 ± 1.29 mg% and 41.71 ± 10.40 mg%, in calcium between 10.552 ± 3.39 mg% and 19.17 ± 1.04 mg%; in magnesium between 6.976 ± 2.50 mg% and 26.43 ± 1.42 mg%. These broths provide 52 to 224 % of the limit value of 2 g of sodium/day recommended by the WHO and 16 to 63 % of the average nutritional iron requirements. This study reveals that broths contribute significantly to the sodium and iron intake of the Senegalese population. It is therefore necessary to mobilize broth manufacturers and supervise fortification initiatives to better protect the health of consumers.
AGRICULTURA AUTO-SUSTENTÁVEL E O MANEJO ECOLÓGICO DO SOLO COMO FATOR ANTIEROSIVO
Authors: Oliveira Ocivá José
Published: December 2023

Parte do pressuposto de que numa economia agrária, o solo constitui um dos principais componentes do capital produtivo e que para manter um processo de desenvolvimento sustentável, é indispensável proteger e conservar este capital produtivo. Faz em retrospecto da evolução do estudo científico dos solos (pedologia) e estabelece suas relações com a ecologia. Analisa a agricultura brasileira, fortemente intensiva de capital e importadora de tecnologias que conduzem à erosão e desertificação. Por fim, no combate à erosão, sugere, entre outras medidas, as seguintes ações: busca de melhoramento da fertilidade dos solos cultivados; redução das superfícies de terras deterioradas; reconstituição e melhoramento da qualidade da cobertura vegetal; melhoramento da disponibilidade de água e controle das águas de superfície.
GASTRECTOMY WITH OMENTUM PRESERVATION VS GASTRECTOMY WITH OMENTECTOMY FOR LOCALLY ADVANCED GASTRIC CANCER : A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW
Authors: Sandy Risko
Published: December 2023

Background: Gastric cancers can be divided into the intestinal type and diffuse type. The most common underlying etiology of intestinal-type carcinoma is Helicobacter pylori infection, which can develop into atrophic gastritis with intestinal metaplasia. Complete omentectomy is considered to be essential in the radical gastrectomy for gastric cancer (GC), but its clinical benefit remains unclear.
The aim: This study aims to show about gastrectomy with omentum preservation vs gastrectomy with omentectomy for locally advanced gastric cancer.
Methods: By comparing itself to the standards set by the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) 2020, this study was able to show that it met all of the requirements. So, the experts were able to make sure that the study was as up-to-date as it was possible to be. For this search approach, publications that came out between 2013 and 2023 were taken into account. Several different online reference sources, like Pubmed and SagePub, were used to do this. It was decided not to take into account review pieces, works that had already been published, or works that were only half done.
Result: In the PubMed database, the results of our search brought up 104 articles, whereas the results of our search on SagePub brought up 77 articles. The results of the search conducted for the last year of 2013 yielded a total 88 articles for PubMed and 48 articles for SagePub. The result from title screening, a total 7 articles for PubMed and 28 articles for SagePub. In the end, we compiled a total of 10 papers. We included five research that met the criteria.
Conclusion: Laparoscopic treatment of gastric cancer with D2 lymphadenectomy and omentum preservation is safe and feasible, both for EGC and for AGC. Total omentectomy may be avoided in tumors smaller than 5.25 cm and T1/T2 tumors. However, lymph node metastasis in the greater omentum is associated with recurrence in the peritoneum, liver, ovary and death.
Understanding the Immediate Perceptual Changes of Investors During the Pandemic Period: With Special Reference to Selected Sectoral Indices of India
Authors: Ray Priyajit , Das Shounak
Published: December 2023

The Covid-19 pandemic has had a devastating effect on nearly every part of the world and made the economy completely or partially slow down because of the lockdown initiated in order to combat the pandemic. The pandemic caused a lot of havoc in the livelihood of human habitats but lockdown and isolation were important to control the speed of the corona pandemic. The investor’s perception towards investment probably changed in a negative way in the era of the pandemic and the investors’ perceptional variance can be depicted through the study of Index behavior. The negative perception of the investors towards a specific sector or towards the whole stock market can be a long-term problem for the future. The present study is attempted to know the perception of investors towards the stock market as a whole by conducting a study on some specific selected industries and sectors by observing the changes in several BSE index values in pre and post-pandemic periods. Through this study, we noticed that the perception of the investors has changed during the period, and with these observations, we suggest certain recommendations in the concerned area in view of the sector’s volatility in the future, for the overall benefits of the investors and on future research scope.
The influence of stochastic events on the extinction risk of black howler monkey (Alouatta pigra) populations in Campeche, Mexico
Authors: Dias Pedro Américo Duarte , Coyohua-Fuentes Alejandro , Canales-Espinosa Domingo , Rangel-Negrín Ariadna
Published: December 2023

Population viability analysis (PVA) allows assessing extinction risk, which is of paramount importance for conservation and natural resource management practices. In addition to the modeling of the influence of deterministic demographic processes on the extinction risk of populations, PVA allows simulating the consequences of stochastic factors. The aim of the present study was to model the potential effects of two stochastic sources of variation, anthropogenic disturbance events (ADE) and hurricanes, on demographic parameters of extinction risk for 11 populations of the Endangered black howler monkey, in Campeche, Mexico. Models were built using information collected during a seven-year demographic monitoring of the populations, as well as on published life history data. We used the software VORTEX to study four extinction parameters: population growth rate; final population size; probability of extinction; years to extinction. For each population we ran five models: a baseline model; one model with 5% increase in the frequency of ADE; one model with 10% increase in ADE; one model with 5% increase in hurricanes; one model with 10% increase in hurricanes. We ran a sixth model excluding ADE for populations that were known to be exposed to ADE in baseline models. Hurricanes did not impact extinction parameters. As ADE increased, population growth rate, final population size, and years to extinction decreased, whereas probabilities of extinction increased. When ADE was removed, population growth decreased more slowly, populations included more indi- viduals, and extinction became less probable and was delayed. Small populations that were not affected by ADE faced high extinction risk. ADE is thus predicted to be a major stochastic factor influencing the extinction risk of black howler monkeys in Campeche, although population size is also determinant for long-term viability. Through PVA based on long-term demographic data, this study is the first to ascertain that decreasing anthropogenic disturbance may benefit the persistence of threatened populations of this species.
New records, reconfirmed sites and proposals for the conservation of black lion tamarin (Leontopithecus chrysopygus) in the middle and upper Paranapanema
Authors: Culot Laurence , Griese Juliana , Knogge Christoph , Tonini Marcelo , Dos Santos Mayara Mulato , Estevam Camila Genaro , Lopes Bruna Pinto , Cunha Bruno Mantovani da , Silva Aline Bertanha , Prado Bárbara Heliodora Soares do , Garcia Francini de Oliveira , Fonseca Renata Cristina Batista , Port-Carvalho Marcio
Published: December 2023

The Black Lion Tamarin (BLT, Leontopithecus chrysopygus) is an endangered species, endemic to the State of Sao Paulo, Brazil. The conservation of the species depends on the effective management of the populations and forest conservation but also on the updated knowledge of its areas of occurrence. Here, we report the record of a new site of BLT occurrence in the municipality of Guareí and confirm the presence of this species in two municipalities, Taquarivaí and Borebi, which (Borebi) is the first record since the last two decades in the Middle Paranapanema basin. Direct observations of BLT groups occurred after the use of playbacks of BLT vocalizations (Guareí), during the prospection of the area (Taquarivaí) and the monitoring of the fauna (Borebi). These three sites are located close to known BLT populations. The occurrence of BLTs in anthropized landscapes with low forest cover, but with a considerable presence of riparian forests, gives evidence of the ecological resilience of the species and underlines the conservation value of such habitats. We are initiating scientific based projects and environmental education programs to increase the knowledge about the ecology and tolerance of BLTs in human altered landscapes. The confirmation of occurrence areas and new records of BLT populations is the starting point for the conservation success of the species.
Formação de grupo misto entre Mico rondoni Ferrari et al., 2010, Saguinus weddelli (Deville, 1849) e Mico melanurus (É Geoffroy, 1812) na RESEX do Rio Cautário, Rondônia, Brasil
Authors: Gusmão Almério Câmara , Souza Lucas Simão de , Costa Thatiane Martins da , Velten Tiago , Filho Manoel dos Santos , Ferronato Marcelo Lucian
Published: December 2023

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