bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
AN OVERVIEW OF THE OF MULTILEVEL GOVERNANCE CONCEPT: CASE STUDY OF YOUTH POLICY FORMULATION AND IMPLEMENTATION IN LITHUANIA
Authors:   Faculty of Public Governance and Business, Institute of Public Administration, SMALSKYS Vainius , STASIUKYNAS Andrius ,   Faculty of Public Governance and Business, Institute of Public Administration, ŠUKVIETIENĖ Aušra ,   Faculty of Public Governance and Business, Institute of Public Administration,
Published: December 2024

Abstract. In this article, based on international recommendations and scientific literature, the concept of multilevel governance, the features of cros-sectoral and multi-layer governance are analysed, highlighting the advantages it creates, and the possible risks associated with the involvement of different actors in decision making process. To better illustrate this in practice, the paper presents a case study of youth policy formulation and implementation in Lithuania, which can be considered as one of the most successful examples of multilevel governance in practice.
The article aims to identify: how the youth policy framework fits into the concept of multi-level governance; what actors operate in this network; reveal why this particular area is identified as a good example of multilevel governance; and what has contributed to its implementation success.
Keywords: multilevel governance, Lithuania, Youth policy, citizen participation, democratisation.
Research on LLM Method for Knowledge-Assisted Generation of Power Standards
Authors: Fan Xiaoxuan , Zhang Sai , Liang Xiao , Wang Zhihao , Peng Tao
Published: December 2024

With the rapid development of large language models, their application in various industries is becoming more and more common, especially in the power sector. Electricity power standard knowledge, as an industry specification for electric power equipment, engineering construction and operation management, can guide product production and engineering practice to improve production efficiency and quality level. In order to help solve the problem of low efficiency of electric power standard knowledge supply and assist the generation of electric power standard knowledge, we proposes an electric standard knowledge auxiliary generation method based on retrieval enhancement generation, which uses the retrieval model and evaluation model to provide large language model with accurate external knowledge, and then uses the generation model to provide a more efficient and accurate solution for the generation of standard knowledge in the electric industry. The experimental results indicate that the approach introduced in this paper can effectively generate accurate electricity-related knowledge and holds significant practical value.
Reinventing Women: Gustav Klimt’s Explores for Female Emotion and Expression
Authors: He Mu , Barkeshli Mandana , Toroghi Reza Moayer
Published: December 2024

This study examines the depiction of women in Gustav Klimt's artwork and its links to the feminist movement of the early twentieth century. Klimt, a key figure in the Viennese Secession, challenged traditional constraints and championed personal expression and artistic innovation. His art broke new aesthetic ground and engaged in the era's critical debates on gender and power by reimagining women's portrayal. Furthermore, European society's social and cultural dynamics at the start of the 20th century, especially the rise of the feminist movement, provided a fertile backdrop and creative catalyst for Klimt's work. While Klimt's contributions are widely recognized, more specific analyses of how his art reflected and influenced the transformation in women's status still need to be more specific. This study details the evolution of female representations in Klimt's works through a literature review methodology, exploring how his art shaped and mirrored contemporary perceptions of women, thereby deepening the understanding of the interplay between art, societal norms, and cultural evolution.
Luang Prabang Mural Paintings: Social and Cultural Reflection, Lao PDR
Authors: Plengdeesakul Burin
Published: December 2024

The study entitled Luang Prabang Mural Painting: Social and Cultural Reflection, Lao PDR is the study of the mural paintings in Luang Prabang and the analysis of the social and cultural reflection from the mural paintings in Luang Prabang, Lao PDR. The research adopts both qualitative and quantitative methods. Studying the mural paintings in Luang Prabang, created during the Lao Lan Xang era under Siamese rule up to the present day (1779 to the present), covering eight temples. The target group consisted of the informants in Luang Prabang City, and the research tools consisted of surveys, observation, and interviews. The data was analyzed through the representation concept, structural-functionalism theory, and cultural diffusion theory, presented through descriptive analysis. The study found that the characteristic of the mural paintings in Luang Prabang, consisting of the form, colors, techniques, and composition, was artistically influenced by the surrounding kingdoms. Starting from the Lan Xang kingdom, until the era Laos was under Siam, where the Rattakosin artistic influence came to play a significant role in the development of arts and the integration of the traditional Lao art, creating an identity of Luang Prabang arts. As for the social reflection in the mural paintings, according to the Lao historical context from Lan Xang to the present, there are four significant social aspects: social kinship system, political relationships, transnational economic trades, and cultural tourism as a world heritage site. There are four aspects to the cultural reflection of the mural paintings in Luang Prabang: cultural livelihood and way of life system, cultural consciousness or social system, cultural intelligence and thought systems, and arts and culture or aesthetic system.
THE OPINION OF CLASS TEACHERS ON THE MOST APPROPRIATE METHODS OF ASSESSING PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Authors: Štemberger Vučko Vesna , Matjašič Miha
Published: December 2024

Assessment is vital in education, allowing teachers to evaluate students' achievements and promote their development. In physical education (PE), assessment measures motor skills and emphasizes physical activity's importance for health and well-being. In Slovenia, PE has traditionally been an assessed subject, with this study focusing on classroom teachers' opinions about the most suitable assessment methods in elementary schools.
Data were collected from 68 classroom teachers via an online survey between November 2021 and January 2022. Teachers shared their preferences for PE assessment methods using a five-point Likert scale. The majority (61.8%) preferred verbal grading (e.g., "very successful"), 20.6% preferred descriptive grading, and 17.6% chose numerical grading (1–5).
Compared to past studies, preferences for descriptive assessment have declined, while verbal assessment has gained popularity. Numerical grading remains less favored. Interestingly, verbal grading, preferred by most teachers, is not currently used in Slovenia due to the nine-year elementary school system. This reveals a significant gap between teachers’ preferences and legally mandated assessment methods.
The study highlights a concerning lack of understanding among teachers about the characteristics and purposes of different assessment methods, as well as insufficient familiarity with the Rules for the assessment and grading of knowledge and the progression of pupils in elementary school. It emphasizes the need for additional support and training for teachers in assessing PE.
While classroom teachers possess the skills to manage all subjects, this does not ensure their confidence or competence in delivering high-quality lessons in specialized areas like physical education.
CORRELATION BETWEEN FOOT ARCH TYPE AND BALANCE PERFORMANCE
Authors: Žnidaršič Daša , Dolenc Maja , Tomažin Katja , Spudić Darjan
Published: December 2024

This study aimed to investigate the correlations between different foot arch types and balance performance. Forty-four Faculty of sport students completed the single-leg body sway balance test and single-leg landing tests using force plates, and single-leg foot-type tests using a pedobarometry platform with both the left and right legs. Spearman correlation coefficients were determined between the foot arch index and landing test results, as well as between the foot arch index and body sway test results. For the landing test results, we found statistically significant positive correlations between the arch index and the time to stability, calculated based on centre of pressure (COP) data for both legs (left: rho = 0.39, p < 0.05; right: rho = 0.34, p < 0.05). For the body sway test results, statistically significant negative correlations were found between the arch index and the frequency of COP path changes for both legs (left: rho = -0.39, p < 0.05; right: rho = -0.41, p < 0.05). Vertical force, COP path, and velocity were not correlated with the arch index results, regardless of the test. Our results suggest that participants with a lower foot arch needed more time to stabilize the movement of the body's COP after single-leg landing. Furthermore, participants with a lower arch index maintained single-leg balance with more frequent corrections of the body's COP. Based on our findings, we conclude that the foot arch height partially determines single-leg balance performance. Future studies are warranted to identify common muscle characteristics underpinning both balance test performance and arch index results.
Insertion/deletion (I/D) polymorphisms of angiotensin-converting enzyme gene and their implications for susceptibility and severity of COVID-19: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Fajar Jonny K. , Tamara Fredo , Putranto Wachid , Prabowo Nurhasan A. , Harapan Harapan
Published: December 2024

The insertion or deletion polymorphisms of the angiotensin-converting enzyme gene (ACE I/D) have been the subject of significant research related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Despite this, the findings have remained uncertain and debatable. The aim of this study was to determine the associations between the ACE I/D polymorphisms and the susceptibility as well as the severity of COVID-19. A meta-analysis study (PROSPERO: CRD42022384562) was conducted by searching the articles published on PubMed, Scopus, and Embase as of May 15, 2023. Information regarding the impact of ACE I/D variant on the susceptibility to COVID-19 and its severity was collected and analyzed utilizing the Mantel-Haenszel method with a random effects model or fixed effects model, depending on the presence or absence of heterogeneity. Out of 3,335 articles, 21 articles were included, of which 13 investigated the association between ACE I/D and the risk of COVID-19 infection and 18 of them examined its influence on disease severity. The D allele of ACE increased risk of COVID-19 infection (OR: 1.41; 95%CI: 1.08–1.85; p-Egger: 0.0676; p-Heterogeneity: <0.001; p=0.0120), while ACE I allele (OR: 0.71; 95%CI: 0.54–0.93; p-Egger: 0.0676; p-Heterogeneity: <0.001; p=0.012) and II genotype (OR: 0.55; 95%CI: 0.34–0.87; p-Egger: 0.200; p-Heterogeneity: <0.001; p=0.011) decreased the risk of infection. Additionally, there was a notable association between the ACE ID genotype and an elevated likelihood of experiencing severe COVID-19 within the Asian population (OR: 1.46; 95%CI: 1.15–1.84; p-Egger: 0.092; p-Heterogeneity: 0.116; p=0.002). The presence of ACE I/D polymorphisms significantly influences the likelihood of being susceptible to and experiencing the severity of COVID-19.
Nature’s Defender: The Antimicrobial Potential of spices– An Overview
Authors: Jaiswal Sadhana , Agrawal Sneha , Rajwade Deepali
Published: December 2024

Spices have been used in Ayurvedic medicine for a long time. This traditional Indian medical system employs various spices to treat health problems and enhance overall well-being. These spices are utilized because they can modulate dosh as in the body — Pitta, Kapha, and Vata. The increasing resistance of microbes to synthetic antibiotics has spurred a global search for alternative treatments, leading to increase interest in natural antimicrobial agents. Among these, spices – traditionally used for flavoring food – have gained recognition for their antimicrobial properties. Spices contain a variety of bioactive compounds that can inhibit the growth of bacteria, fungi, and even viruses. This review discusses the antimicrobial potential of Zingiber officinale, Amomum subulatum and Cinnamomum tamala highlights the antimicrobial potential of these common culinary spices and their applications in food preservation and medicine.
Eco-Friendly Agricultural Waste Management through Pleurotus sapidus Cultivation
Authors: Sahu Hemshikha , Diwan Rupinder , Patel Devnarayan
Published: December 2024

Mushroom farming presents a promising agribusiness opportunity, offering farmers a chance to improve their financial stability. Mushrooms are a rich source of protein, vitamins, and minerals. The study aims to examine the effective use of agricultural waste for mushroom production, known for their taste and nutritional benefits, mushrooms provide a low-salt, low-sugar option and are a natural source of vitamin D and vitamin B12. This research focuses on exploring the Pleurotus sapidus cultivation on various substrates which demonstrates the potential of agricultural waste as a viable substrate for growing Pleurotus sapidus. Growth of Pleurotus sapidus on five substrates including paddy straw, gram straw, wheat straw, lentil straw and saw dust were investigated. The result showed that using paddy straw as a substrate for oyster mushroom large scale production offers an eco-friendly method of managing agricultural waste while supporting mushroom cultivation.
The great fight of the book against illiteracy, barbarity and information jamming
Authors: Pilchin Maria
Published: December 2024

This article is a critical comparative study of how reading contributes to human resilience in the face of ignorance, wilderness, and misinformation. The three novels – The Reader by Bernard Schlink, The Old Man Who Read Love Stories by Luis Sepúlveda and The Reader from the Cave by Rui Zink – form a literary corpus from which we extracted the romanesque situations, characters and images of a homo legens who is resilient through the book, through reading, by meditating on what is read and by finding an existential meaning in it. Overcoming primary and functional illiteracy is a special theme of these books. The narrative plot contains the story of people, adults and teenagers, who possess a certain degree of understanding about life and the world, with the book serving as a source of support. In this context, reading does not merely substitute for existence; rather, it serves to enhance and enrich it.
Investigating the thematic and morphological characteristics of children’s folklore in the studies of the ethnologist Nicolae Băieșu
Authors: Cocieru Mariana
Published: December 2024

The folklore of children represents a fascinating and complex domain of popular culture, reflecting the playful, imaginative, and educational world of the young. Folklorist Nicolae Băieșu, known within the academic community of the Republic of Moldova for his significant contributions to the study and documentation of Romanian folk traditions, paid special attention to this subject. This article, written on the occasion of a scientific conference commemorating the scholar’s 90th birth anniversary, aims to explore Nicolae Băieșu’s approaches and findings regarding children’s folklore, highlighting its importance within the context of popular culture and traditional education. Examining the distinguished folklorist’s studies reveals the depth and rigor of his research activities, which he undertook to identify, document, and enhance elements of intangible cultural heritage, particularly those related to calendar customs poetry and children’s folklore.
Non-adherence to Medication and Associated Factors Among Type 2 Diabetes: Systematic Review
Authors: Alzaher Sakinah Hassan
Published: December 2024

Non-adherence to medication among Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) patients is a complex and multifactorial issue, with various contributing factors. Patient-related factors such as socioeconomic status, health literacy, beliefs and attitudes toward medication, and psychosocial factors like depression, anxiety, and stress can all play a role. Healthcare system-related factors can also contribute to non-adherence. A systematic review was conducted to identify and synthesize the available evidence on non-adherence to medication and related factors among T2DM patients. Included studies that report medication non-compliance and related variables in T2DM individuals were used. Excluded studies had non-original investigations, non-human investigations, incomplete data, and abstract-only articles. Electronic databases were searched and eligible studies were selected. Data extraction was conducted independently by two researchers and quality assessment was performed using standardized tools. The search identified 8 studies involving 2030 patients published from 2009 to 2024. These studies revealed varied rates of medication non-adherence ranging from 10.3% to 77.3%. The research showed diverse findings, indicating that older age consistently acts as a protective factor against non-adherence, particularly among individuals aged over 60. Only one study indicated a significant association with male gender. Education level yielded mixed results. Additionally, one study highlighted a significant relationship between depressive symptoms and non-adherence. Employment status exhibited varying associations. Overall, these findings highlight the complex interplay of demographic and treatment-related factors influencing adherence to diabetic medication. The studies reviewed revealed wide-ranging rates of non-adherence, illustrating a significant challenge in managing this chronic condition effectively. These findings underscore the need for personalized approaches in diabetes management, addressing not only clinical factors but also socio-demographic and psychological influences to improve medication adherence and ultimately health outcomes for patients. Future research should focus on comprehensive strategies that integrate these diverse factors to optimize treatment adherence in individuals with T2DM.
Venous Varix of the External Jugular Vein: A Case Report
Authors: Almalki Fahad , Alnefaie Samaher
Published: December 2024

Background: Venous dilations of the jugular veins are uncommon and external jugular varix even rarer. Venous varices arise with arteriovenous malformations, developmental venous anomalies and rarely as singular lesions. Most commonly, they appear as focal dilatations of the venous drainage of arteriovenous malformations. The preliminary diagnosis of venous varix is usually incorrect or overlooked due to inadequate clinical evaluation. Therefore, either imaging studies or histopathological analysis are crucial for concluding at the definitive diagnosis. However, the documented instances of venous varix in literature are scarce, with even fewer references regarding its investigative approaches and treatment modalities. We present here a unique case of external jugular vein varix in a female patient diagnosed at our clinic. Case presentation: A 29-year-old female patient presented to the department of ENT with complaint of right neck swelling for the past three years. There was no significant medical and surgical history. Her physical examination was unremarkable, except for a soft, compressible mass lateral to the sternocleidomastoid muscle, which became more prominent whilst performing the Valsalva maneuver. The initial X-ray performed did not show any air-filled sac or soft tissue mass that could define the cause for the swelling on straining. Hence the patient was then referred for ultrasound scan of the neck which showed a thin walled, compressible, cystic lesion in the right side of the neck, which was confirmed upon doppler study as dilation of the lower third of the right external jugular vein. A computed tomography scan of the neck and thorax further performed showed asymmetry of the two external jugular veins, the right external jugular vein was dilated and very torturous but appeared patent still. The diagnosis of venous varix was suggested.
Evaluation of Vocational Certification Program for Vocational High School Students through Professional Certification Institutions-P1 Ceramic Craft, Textile Craft, and Wood Craft Expertise Competencies
Authors: Majid Juairiah , Harapan Edi , Nugroho Heri Setiyo
Published: December 2024

SMK Negeri 2 Kayuagung is the only school in South Sumatra that has a department of creative ceramic crafts, creative textile crafts, and creative wood and rattan crafts located at Kapten Arsyad, Kedaton Village, Kayuagung City District, Ogan Komering Ilir Regency. This school has a professional certification institution, licensed P1 by BNSP, and has implemented a skills certification test program in each study program. The implementation of the Professional Certification program P1 aims to provide Work Competency Certification for students. This Work Competency Certification will affect the educational outcomes of students in the future. The purpose of this study program is to find out how. The implementation of the KKNI level II work competency certification program for the skills competencies of students in creative ceramic crafts, creative textile crafts, and creative wood and rattan crafts. This study program is descriptive qualitative with an evaluation method using the Context, Input, Process, and Product models. The CIPP method focuses on context and includes legal basis, vision, mission, and objectives. The inputs include students, educators, facilities and infrastructure, financing, curriculum, and assessors. The process includes registration, pre-assessment, and assessment, and the product includes reporting of results. The Job Certification Competency Program for Participant Education has a positive impact on participant skills.
AI Algorithms for Advanced Energy Management Strategies of Hybrid Solar Systems
Authors: C. Vimalraj
Published: December 2024

This paper presents a comprehensive energy management mechanism for hybrid solar systems from different aspects of solar energy generation, battery storage, and grid coupling. The proposed system operates through on advanced modes—Hybrid, Smart, and Power Conditioning Unit (PCU)—which are used for power distribution in real-time for the uninterrupted supply of energy. Utilizing Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) controllers, inverters, and smart algorithms such as Reinforcement Learning (RL) and Fuzzy Logic, the system reaches high efficiency, adaptability, and sustainability. The hybrid mode here helps to distribute energy flows among local solar power, batteries, and the grid, while the smart mode adjusts resource allocation from the grid dynamically based on real-time weather and environmental conditions to optimize the use of renewable energy as well as maintain the battery health. PCU mode prioritizes avoiding grid outages and low solar with very low availability & resource preservation. This research illuminates the pivotal function of intelligent hybrid systems in enhancing sustainable energy solutions, thereby facilitating the generalized employment of renewable energy.
Entre guías y gases: evaluación multicéntrica de la metodología, precisión diagnóstica y calidad de los test de hidrógeno y metano espirado en Argentina
Authors: Navar Sofía , Pereyra Lisandro , Stefanolo Juan Pablo , Steinberg Leandro , Bentolila Federico , Barril Sergio , Alonso Julieta , Palazzo Andrés , Novillo Abel , Rovati Nicolas , Vizcay Vivian , Meuli Federico , Balfour Deborah , Alonso Guillermo
Published: December 2024

Introducción. El test de aire espirado es la herramienta más utilizada en la actualidad para el diagnóstico del sobrecrecimiento bacteriano de intestino delgado. La popularidad en ascenso de esta patología ha determinado un incremento en la realización del test. Sin embargo, persisten inquietudes sobre su implementación, incluido el grado de adherencia a las guías internacionales con respecto a la metodología utilizada, la interpretación diagnóstica y la confección de los informes.
Objetivo. Evaluar la metodología, la calidad de los informes y la precisión diagnóstica de los test de aire espirado para sobrecrecimiento bacteriano de intestino delgado en Argentina, basándonos en las guías internacionales.
Materiales y métodos. Se realizó un estudio observacional multicéntrico que incluyó 210 informes de test de aire espirado de 8 centros de diferentes regiones geográficas de la Argentina. Se evaluó la metodología utilizada para la realización de los test y la calidad de los informes en base a 13 criterios predefinidos. Además se analizó la precisión diagnóstica entre los resultados consignados por los centros y la interpretación de un experto basado en las guías internacionales.
Resultados. Se observó alta heterogeneidad en la metodología utilizada y baja adherencia a las guías internacionales. El 89% de los estudios evaluados midió únicamente H2, mientras que el 11% incluyó también CH4. Los intervalos combinados se usaron en el 53% de los casos, y solo el 19% alcanzó 180 minutos de extensión, con casi un 20% de estudios incompletos. Solo el 10% especificó puntos desde corte, de los cuales apenas un 4% se alineó con las guías actuales. La precisión diagnóstica fue del 87% para sobrecrecimiento bacteriano de intestino delgado y 73% para sobrecrecimiento metanogénico intestinal, y se cumplieron en promedio 5 de los 13 criterios de calidad.
Conclusiones. Este estudio destaca la necesidad de unificar la metodología empleada en el test de aire espirado y promover una mayor adherencia a las guías internacionales. Es necesario fomentar acciones para optimizar la calidad de los informes, homogeneizar la metodología y aumentar la precisión diagnóstica de sobrecrecimiento bacteriano en Argentina.
Desafío diagnóstico y manejo interdisciplinario en hemorragia digestiva alta de causa infrecuente
Authors: Crocci Evelin Mariel , Basso Sandra , Gubitosi Analía , Nazar Cristina , Paterno Mauricio , Fleitas Rumak Walter , Zeytuntsian Natalia , Porto Valeria , Rohwain María José , Lacuadra María Paz , Goncalvez Silvina , Alvarinhas Elisa , Muñoz Fabio
Published: December 2024

Paciente masculino de 38 años con antecedentes de tabaquismo (24 paquetes/año) y enolismo severos (aproximadamente 40 gramos/día), consumo de drogas endovenosas y dos episodios de pancreatitis aguda leve no necrotizante, en los cuales se descartó patología litiásica y se asumió la etiología alcohólica. Consulta por hematemesis, sin descompensación hemodinámica. En el laboratorio se evidencia Hto de 16% y Hb de 4,1 gr/dl. Se transfunden 2 unidades de glóbulos rojos. En la videoendoscopía digestiva alta (VEDA) presenta lago mucoso claro, sin hallazgos patológicos. Se realiza una tomografía computada (TC) con reconstrucción multiplanar y, posteriormente, una angiografía mesentérica terapéutica. (Figura 1)
Prevención del cáncer gástrico: Contexto y experiencia latinoamericana
Authors: Laudanno Oscar , Riquelme Arnoldo , Medel-Jara Patricio
Published: December 2024

El cáncer gástrico es una enfermedad multifactorial, y la infección crónica por Helicobacter pylori es una de sus principales causa. En Occidente recibe poca atención, con escasas políticas preventivas, en especial en países como Argentina, considerada de “bajo riesgo”. Pero tanto en Argentina como en Estados Unidos, la población es heterogénea, con inmigración permanente de países con riesgo alto o intermedio, a lo que se agrega una mayor susceptibilidad en la población masculina. Se estima que la frecuencia aumentará, dado el envejecimiento poblacional. En los últimos años ha surgido nueva evidencia para su prevención. La principal estrategia para la prevención primaria es la erradicación del Helicobacter pylori, mientras que la prevención secundaria para países heterogéneos como Argentina se basa en la identificación de los grupos de riesgo, particularmente mediante la identificación de las denominadas lesiones precursoras del cáncer gástrico. Esta revisión narrativa explora todas estas estrategias con un “fuerte sesgo” hacia la situación en Argentina, Chile y Latinoamérica.
التغير المناخي في عصر الهولوسين وبدايات العصر الحجري الحديث في الشرق الأدنى القديم
Authors: أحمد أثير
Published: December 2024

يُعَدّ عصر الهولوسين، عصر التبدل المناخي من عصر البرودة والجليد، إلى عصر الإعتدال المناخي، عصر الدفء والحيوية، وأثره في تنامي الحياة النباتية والرعوية وإنتعاش مصادر المياه ووفرتها  لتنعكس نتائِجها على خصوبة الأرض وإخضِرارِها، الذي جذب أنظار أنسان العصر الحجري القديم، عصر الصيد والإنتقال والجمع والبحث المستمر عن مناطق ملائِمة للعيش والبقاء، أخذ ذلِكَ من الإنسان الجهد وربما اليأس والألم المستمر والخوف، ليجد في الإنتعاش المناخي ملاذاً لتنامي حياتهِ ومتنفساً لمشاعرهِ ومدركاتهِ تبعاً للمستجدات الحياتية. ساعدت المتغيرات المناخية في هذا العصر، على سعي الإنسان وإجتهاده الكبير المستمر، في بناء حياة جديدة تليق بمكانتهِ الإنسانية، إجتماعياً وفكرياً وفنياً، إذ وجد في هذا العصر البوادر المهمة، لدخول عصر إنتقالي جديد، لحياتِهِ على الأرض، ومتسع له للإستقرار والإبداع، في العصر الحجري الحديث، عصر الزراعة والتدجين والبناء والإستقرار. وربما برز دور المرأة الزوجة والأم المهم، في صياغة بعض الأفكار والطقوس والفنون، بسبب عاطِفتِها الجياشة، وخوفِها المفعم، وجهدِها الدَءوب، وعلاقتِها الحميمة مع مصادر الإعتياش من نبات وحيوان، لتوفير الطعام، لمساعدة الرجل، خوفاً على أفراد عائِلتها، التي ساعدت الظروف المناخية المتغيرة، من كفالة عيش أعداد أكبر من العصر السابق.
الجماعة الاسلامية في باكستان دراسة في النشاة والدور السياسي 1941-1958
Authors: حسين علاء
Published: December 2024

الجماعة الإسلامية  جماعة سياسية إسلامية تأسست في لاهور عام 1941 على يد أبو الأعلى أبو الاعلى المودودي  وهو مفكر إسلامي رأى أن الإسلام يوفر أيديولوجية سياسية تتجاوز المسار الديني الصارم، في البداية عارضت الجماعة الإسلامية فكرة تقسيم شبه القارة الهندية ودعت بدلاً من ذلك إلى إقامة دولة إسلامية في جميع أنحاء الهند، دفع استقلال باكستان عام  1947 الجماعة  الاسلامية لان تناضل سلميًا من أجل تحويل باكستان إلى نظام حكم إسلامي ، هدفت حملة الجماعة الاسلامية اساسا لوضع دستور اسلامي وتحولت إلى جماعة ضغط إسلامية لاقامة حكم لدولة إسلامية،ويعود الفضل لها  في إدخال العنصر الإسلامي في التركيبة السياسية والدستورية في باكستان وابقاء قضية الاسلام حية في الحياة السياسية الباكستانية ، برز اسلوب الجماعة وأفكارها وسياساتها فيما يتعلق بالدستور الإسلامي في باكستان من عام 1947 إلى عام 1956.
أثر استراتيجية المخيلة الموجهة Guided Imagery) (على تحسين اداء الطلبة في مادة التاريخ
Authors: علي انسام
Published: December 2024

تهدف هذه الدراسة الى معرفة تأثير استراتيجية المخيلة الموجهة على تحسين أداء طلاب الصف الرابع أدبي في مادة التاريخ، مع التركيز على كيفية تعزيز الفهم والتفاعل مع المحتوى التاريخي من خلال تحفيز الخيال والتفكير الإبداعي. اعتمد الباحث تصميمًا تجريبيًا شمل مجموعتين تجريبية وضابطة، حيث تم اختيار 60 طالب من ثانوية البتول في محافظة ميسان، مما يضمن توازن التجربة وقابليتها للتعميم. تم تقسيم الطلاب الذين بلغ عددهم 30 طالباً لكل مجموعة، بشكل متوازن لضمان تحقيق توازن في التجربة· تتكون المجموعة التجريبية من 30 طالبًا تم تدريسهم باستخدام استراتيجية المخيلة الموجهة· أما المجموعة الضابطة، فتتكون من 30 طالبًا تم تدريسهم بالطريقة التقليدية، وذلك لتحديد مدى تأثير استراتيجيات المخيلة الموجهة على أداء الطلاب، استخدم الباحث اختبارًا تحصيليًا يقيس الفهم والتحليل للمفاهيم التاريخية، بالإضافة إلى ذلك، تم استخدام استبيانات لقياس تفاعل الطلاب مع جلسات المخيلة الموجهة· أظهرت النتائج أن الطلاب في المجموعة التجريبية حققوا تحسنًا ملحوظًا في أدائهم مقارنة بالمجموعة الضابطة، مما يؤكد فعالية استراتيجية المخيلة الموجهة في تعزيز التحصيل الدراسي والفهم العميق للمحتوى التاريخي، إلى جانب دورها في تحفيز الفضول والتفكير النقدي· بناءً على هذه النتائج، أوصى الباحث بضرورة دمج استراتيجية المخيلة الموجهة في المناهج الدراسية بشكل أوسع، مع التركيز على تخصيص الجلسات التعليمية بما يتناسب مع اختلاف أساليب تعلم الطلاب· في الختام، قدمت الدراسة إضافة هامة لمجال تعليم التاريخ، من خلال تسليط الضوء على الدور الفعّال الذي تلعبه المخيلة الموجهة في تحسين أداء الطلاب وتعزيز تفاعلهم مع المحتوى الدراسي، مما يسهم في تحسين ادائهم وتطوير مهاراتهم الإبداعية والنقدية·
Historical Cultural Elements and their Intricate Manifestations in Mughal Dynasty in Tanushree Podder’s Escape from Harem
Authors: Mhodar Tahseen
Published: December 2024

This Paper examines the role of history in Tanushree Podder’s Escape from Harem. It attempts to explore the history in the novel as a manifestation of the consecutive exemplification of the contemporary dynasty and how it affects the current social and political status quo. As such, the significance of the representations of history corresponds to the fact that ethnicity would be understood in the light of historical elements as being depicted by Podder. This is due to the fact that the perception of ethnicity, moreover, results in comprehension of its nations, traditions, norms, culture, and customs and the like. Consequently, the representations of history is an implicative representations of history of Mughal community, which is the core indication of history portrayed in the novel. As such, the aim of this study is to explore the intricate layers of history through its influence upon the Indian society and how they intersect with each other throughout historical periods. Thus, the study’s methodology will be limited to the concept of tradition and its relationship with culture and society.
The Narrative Approach: Leveraging Storytelling Techniques for Enhanced English Fluency
Authors: Burhan Najm , Hasan Nia'am
Published: December 2024

This Paper examines the role of history in Tanushree Podder’s Escape from Harem. It attempts to explore the history in the novel as a manifestation of the consecutive exemplification of the contemporary dynasty and how it affects the current social and political status quo. As such, the significance of the representations of history corresponds to the fact that ethnicity would be understood in the light of historical elements as being depicted by Podder. This is due to the fact that the perception of ethnicity, moreover, results in comprehension of its nations, traditions, norms, culture, and customs and the like. Consequently, the representations of history is an implicative representations of history of Mughal community, which is the core indication of history portrayed in the novel. As such, the aim of this study is to explore the intricate layers of history through its influence upon the Indian society and how they intersect with each other throughout historical periods. Thus, the study’s methodology will be limited to the concept of tradition and its relationship with culture and society.
The Use of Semantic Translation Strategy in English Learning from the EFL Learners’ Perspective
Authors: Jasim Aswan
Published: December 2024

The learners’ attitudes have a great affect on their consciousness and ability to learn. The high positive attitudes toward a certain strategy would results in creating effective learning process . The current study aims at investigating the students’ attitudes toward using the semantic translation strategy in English learning. The researcher chose a sample of thirty-five males and females’ students from English Department of Misan University as participants. To fulfill the goals of the study, a questionnaire was used. The outcome of the study reveals that the participants in the study have a positive attitude toward using the semantic Translation strategy to learn language skills. Based on the results of the analysis, the participants used semantic translation as a learning strategy to produce, comprehend and remember English. Furthermore, it has also been found that students rely steadily upon semantics translation in the process of learning and acquiring English as a foreign language.
A TOPSIS METHOD AND CLUSTER ANALYSIS-BASED ASSESSMENT OF QUALITY OF LIFE IN THE REGIONS OF THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA
Authors: KARPENKA V. , ZIHAN PANG
Published: December 2024

This study, based on the TOPSIS method and second-order cluster analysis, comprehensively assesses the quality
of life of residents of various regions of China. First, the TOPSIS method determines the distance between each region and the ideal standard of living, after which a quantitative ranking is carried out; then a second-order clustering method is used to divide each region into different categories, which reveals internal differences in quality of life. The results show that developed regions such as Beijing and Shanghai have higher quality of life indicators, while central and western regions such as Hebei and Shanxi provinces have relatively low indicators. Thanks to the combination of these two methods, the study not only makes it possible to accurately assess the quality of life in each region, but also provides a basis for the development of a targeted regional development policy. The study recommends that developed regions continue to promote sustainable development, and medium- and underdeveloped regions need to strengthen infrastructure construction and economic development in order to reduce the gap in the quality of life in the regions and achieve coordinated regional development.
ENSURING THE CONTINUITY OF TECHNOLOGIES OF VARIOUS INDUSTRIAL STRUCTURES AS THE BASIS FOR EFFECTIVE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF THE UNION STATE
Authors: TEBEKIN A. , SERYAKOV G.
Published: December 2024

The relevance of the presented study is determined by the fact that in the conditions of cyclical macroeconomic development caused by the change of technological structures, following the period of economic recession and crisis of the 2020s, accompanied by the processes of deglobalization and disintegration, in the 2030s the phase of the upward wave of N. Kondratiev will begin, which will entail a change in the vector of international interaction to integration and globalization. This period is very favorable for building up the economic potential of Russia and Belarus within the framework of the union state. The scientific novelty of the presented study lies in refuting the widespread hypothesis that the effective development of the national economies of the Russian Federation and the Republic of Belarus will be successful only by focusing on technologies of the sixth mode (primarily digital technologies) without adequate support from the industrial base of the fourth technological mode (with the production core determined by mechanical engineering technologies, etc.) and the fifth technological mode (with the production core determined by microelectronics technologies, etc.), and proving the need to ensure proper continuity of technologies of the third, fourth, fifth and sixth technological modes as an industrial basis for the effective economic development of the union state.
Pelatihan pengenalan dasar-dasar komputer bagi anak SD di Desa Nekbaun-Amarasi Barat
Authors: Taku Neno Khatrin Juliani
Published: December 2024

Basic ability to operate a computer is an essential skill in the digital era, especially for elementary school children. Early introduction to technology not only improves logical thinking skills and access to information, but also prepares children for a future that is increasingly dependent on technology. However, there is a gap in access to computer education, especially in areas with limited facilities and resources, such as in Nekbaun-Amarasi Barat Village. Therefore, this service activity was carried out with the aim of reducing the digital divide through a training program to introduce computer basics for elementary school children in Nekbaun-Amarasi Barat Village. This training was carried out for three consecutive days, using lecture, discussion, question and answer, demonstration and practice methods.
The results of service activities show that this training is effective in improving children's basic technical skills in operating computers. Apart from that, this program has also succeeded in increasing the awareness of parents and teachers about the importance of digital literacy. Thus, this program provides short-term benefits in the form of improving technical skills and long-term impacts by opening up more opportunities in education and future careers for children. This service activity emphasizes the importance of basic technology introduction programs to support the creation of a more technologically literate society and reduce the digital divide in remote areas.
Pendekatan Kolaboratif PkM Dosen Teologi Membekali Presbiter dan Mendampingi Ekonomi Jemaat di Amanuban Timur
Authors: Djawa Maya , Nuban Timo Ebenhaizer I. , Hawu Haba Yuda D.
Published: December 2024

Pengabdian kepada masyarakat (PkM) adalah salah satu Tri Dharma Perguruan Tinggi yang wajib dilaksanakan oleh dosen dan memberikan manfaat langsung kepada masyarakat. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menjelaskan dan menganalisis kegiatan Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat (PkM) yang dilakukan oleh Dosen Teologi dari Institut Agama Kristen Negeri (IAKN) Kupang dan Universitas Kristen Artha Wacana (UKAW) Kupang. Melalui pendekatan kolaboratif, kegiatan ini dilaksanakan dengan tujuan memberikan pembekalan kepada para presbiter di Klasis Amanuban Timur serta melakukan pendampingan terhadap kios binaan. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan pendidikan masyarakat dan konsultasi, dengan melibatkan narasumber dari berbagai latar belakang akademis dan praktisi di lapangan. Kegiatan PkM ini dilaksanakan pada tanggal 25 September 2023 di Jemaat Arit Biito, Klasis Amanuban Timur, Kabupaten Timor Tengah Selatan, dan melibatkan peserta dari jemaat-jemaat di wilayah Klasis Amanuban Timur. Hasil kegiatan PkM ini mencakup pembekalan para presbiter dengan materi tentang spiritualitas pelayanan, sejarah Gereja di Amanuban Timur, dan signifikasi pengakuan iman bagi pelayanan ibadah. Selain itu, dilakukan juga pendampingan terhadap kios binaan untuk membantu meningkatkan ekonomi jemaat. Kegiatan ini menegaskan pentingnya peran lembaga pendidikan tinggi dalam mendukung pengembangan jemaat yang merupakan bagian dari masyarakat melalui PkM, serta memperkuat hubungan antara lembaga pendidikan dengan masyarakat dan gereja.
Pendampingan Asesmen Diagnostik dalam Kurikulum Merdeka di SMA Negeri 1 Ba’a Kabupaten Rote Ndao
Authors: Lao Hendrik , Koroh Lanny I. D. , Ali Umar , Syahputra Andrian Wira , Leobisa Jonathan
Published: December 2024

This training is to provide an understanding to principals and teachers about the diagnostic assessment that is currently in effect in the independent curriculum. The targets of this Community Service group activity are principals, educators and education staff at SMA Negeri I Ba'a, Rote Ndao Regency. The activity was carried out for 2 days. The main material presented was to provide education and workshops through mentoring in making diagnostic instruments and providing practice/simulations regarding concrete steps in preparing diagnostic assessments. The method used in implementing the activity was Participatory Action Research (PAR). The PKM activity was applied with lecture activities and strengthened through FGD (Focus Group Discussion) discussions and questions and answers between presenters/stakeholders and participants. The number of participants who took part in the training was 35 teachers. The results of the training showed that the understanding and mastery of the material on writing diagnostic assessment instruments in the independent curriculum had been understood by the participants and produced a draft of the diagnostic assessment instrument and directly practiced concrete steps in preparing all the required documents. The training participants were very enthusiastic in participating in this activity because it was a requirement in the independent curriculum.
Immunohistochemical and Stereological Examination of The Gastrocnemius Muscle In Rats Applied with Botox
Authors: Delibaş Mehmet Uğur , Çakmak Gamze
Published: December 2024

The aim of this study was to examine immunohistochemically and stereologically the volume density of male rats to which botox was applied to the gastrocnemius sinistra muscle, on the 15th and 21st days. 30 Wistar Albino rats, 3 different three-month-old groups, were used. Botox A solution, 2.5U in 0.1ml physiological saline, was prepared and injected into the gastrocnemius sinistra muscle of the rats in the other two groups except the control group. Rats were fixed by perfusion with 10% buffered formaldehyde. Musculus gastrocnemius sinistra of the rats were dissected one week after the perfusion process. Sections were randomly selected among the first 15 sections, and each subsequent 80th section was taken by systematic random sampling method. Sections were obtained with a thickness of 5µm and 8-10 sections. The sections were stained with hematoxylin and eosin, and photographed under a microscope. Total volume values of musculus gasrocnemius sinistra were determined in accordance with the Cavalieri’s Principle and using the Shtereom I package program. It was determined that the volume values between the groups showed a statistically significant difference (p
Toward a conceptual framework for policy implementation inquiry: A multi-perspective approach
Authors: Ayoub Ahlam
Published: December 2024

This article presents a theoretical framework with analytical models for examining policy implementation. It combines a multi-perspective framework (rational and critical) to explore the rationality, dynamism, and complexity of the policy process. Public policy is designed to achieve specific goals, but its implementation must also address the evolving and conflicting interests of various stakeholders, which requires a critical approach. This approach helps in understanding the implementation process as a series of complex, interrelated actions and events. Therefore, this article presents research that uses a case study methodology with analytical models, allowing the researchers to collect and analyze data. The analytical models enabled them to examine variables and factors such as policy delivery structure, communication mechanisms, and environmental factors. For example, socioeconomic and political factors impacted and hindered the implementation process. In summary, this article highlights the significance of conducting research that uses a multi-perspective approach across various contexts and regions to analyze the process of education policy implementation.