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The Making of Men Program: A Mixed-Methods Evaluation of a Gender-Sensitive Rite of Passage Program for Adolescent Males
Authors: Wilson Michael J. , Gwyther Kate , Swann Ray , Casey Kate , Keele Sophie , Rubinstein Arne , Rice Simon M. 
Published: June 2021

Introduction Current gendered health disparities impacting the wellbeing of boys and young men require new early intervention-focussed approaches. Health promotion programs developed with young men’s health needs and preferences in mind commonly report positive outcomes. Male-specific rite of passage programs aim to formally acknowledge the life-stage transition from boyhood to manhood through a holistic focus on identity, community, and social responsibility. While these programs are growing in popularity, there is limited data available on their effectiveness. Methods This study undertook a pilot evaluation of the Making of Men rite of passage program in a sample of secondary school boys (n=61, age M=16.0, SD=0.5) and their accompanying fathers or male mentors (n=47, age M=52.1, SD=5.8 years) providing non-matched pre-test, post-test, alongside follow-up data for participating boys. Qualitative interviews were also undertaken with 15 individuals (5 mothers, 6 staff members, 4 fathers). Results Quantitative program feedback indicated acceptability, with most respondents providing positive feedback, particularly from participating fathers. Exploratory quantitative effects indicated potential improvements in subjective social support and open communication among boys. Fathers appeared to report lower conformity to traditional masculine norms post-program, in addition to more open communication. Qualitative interviews identified three main themes: enabling relational bonds, creating a men-specific context, and supporting developmental transitions. Conclusions Positive program acceptability and promising outcome effects highlighted the present rite of passage program as a promising mechanism for supporting healthy masculine identity development among adolescent males. Finally, limitations and future directions are discussed, particularly in terms of gender equality integration for rite of passage programs.
Spinal Inhibitory Dysfunction in Patients With Painful or Painless Diabetic Neuropathy
Authors: Worthington Anne , Kalteniece Alise , Ferdousi Maryam , D'Onofrio Luca , Dhage Shaishav , Azmi Shazli , Adamson Clare , Hamdy Shaheen , Malik Rayaz A. , Calcutt Nigel A. , Marshall Andrew G. 
Published: June 2021

OBJECTIVE
Impaired rate-dependent depression of the Hoffman reflex (HRDD) is a marker of spinal inhibitory dysfunction and has previously been associated with painful neuropathy in a proof-of-concept study in patients with type 1 diabetes. We have now undertaken an assessment of HRDD in patients with type 1 or type 2 diabetes.

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS
A total of 148 participants, including 34 healthy control subjects, 42 patients with painful diabetic neuropathy, and 62 patients with diabetic neuropathy without pain, underwent an assessment of HRDD and a detailed assessment of peripheral neuropathy, including nerve conduction studies, corneal confocal microscopy, and thermal threshold testing.

RESULTS
Compared with healthy control subjects (P &lt; 0.001) and patients without pain (P &lt; 0.001), we found that HRDD is impaired in patients with type 1 or type 2 diabetes with neuropathic pain. These impairments are unrelated to diabetes type and the presence or severity of neuropathy. In contrast, patients without neuropathic pain (P &lt; 0.05) exhibited enhanced HRDD compared with control subjects.

CONCLUSIONS
We suggest that loss or impairment of HRDD may help to identify a subpopulation of patients with painful diabetic neuropathy mediated by impaired spinal inhibitory systems who may respond optimally to therapies that target spinal or supraspinal mechanisms. Enhanced RDD in patients without pain may reflect engagement of spinal pain–suppressing mechanisms.
Serum Magnesium Is Inversely Associated With Heart Failure, Atrial Fibrillation, and Microvascular Complications in Type 2 Diabetes
Authors: Oost Lynette J. , van der Heijden Amber A.W.A. , Vermeulen Emma A. , Bos Caro , Elders Petra J.M. , Slieker Roderick C. , Kurstjens Steef , van Berkel Miranda , Hoenderop Joost G.J. , Tack Cees J. , Beulens Joline W.J. , de Baaij Jeroen H.F. 
Published: June 2021

OBJECTIVE
We investigated whether serum magnesium (Mg2+) was prospectively associated with macro- or microvascular complications and mediated by glycemic control (hemoglobin A1c [HbA1c]), in type 2 diabetes (T2D).

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS
We analyzed in 4,348 participants the association of serum Mg2+ with macrovascular disease and mortality (acute myocardial infarction [AMI], coronary heart disease [CHD], heart failure [HF], cerebrovascular accident [CVA], and peripheral arterial disease [PAD]), atrial fibrillation (AF), and microvascular complications (chronic kidney disease [CKD], diabetic retinopathy, and diabetic foot) using Cox regression, adjusted for confounders. Mediation analysis was performed to assess whether HbA1c mediated these associations.

RESULTS
The average baseline serum Mg2+ concentration was 0.80 ± 0.08 mmol/L. During 6.1 years of follow-up, serum Mg2+ was inversely associated with major macrovascular, 0.87 (95% CI 0.76; 1.00); HF, 0.76 (95% CI 0.62; 0.93); and AF, 0.59 (95% CI 0.49; 0.72). Serum Mg2+ was not associated with AMI, CHD, CVA, and PAD. During 5.1 years of follow-up, serum Mg2+ was inversely associated with overall microvascular events, 0.85 (95% CI 0.78; 0.91); 0.89 (95% CI 0.82; 0.96) for CKD, 0.77 (95% CI 0.61; 0.98) for diabetic retinopathy, and 0.85 (95% CI 0.78; 0.92) for diabetic foot. HbA1c mediated the associations of serum Mg2+ with HF, overall microvascular events, diabetic retinopathy, and diabetic foot.

CONCLUSIONS
Serum Mg2+ concentration is inversely associated with the risk to develop HF and AF and with the occurrence of CKD, diabetic retinopathy, and foot complications in T2D. Glycemic control partially mediated the association of serum Mg2+ with HF and microvascular complications.
PENGEMBANGAN PROTOTYPE TRAFFIC LIGHT MIKROKONTROLER BERBASIS RDUINO MEGA PADA MATA PELAJARAN TEKNIK PEMROGRAMAN MIKROPROSESOR DAN MIKROKONTROLER DI SMK NEGERI 1 PERCUT SEI TUAN
Authors: Dalimunte Berynta , Sitorus Panahatan 
Published: June 2021

Abstract The purpose of this research is to develop a Prototype Traffic Light Microcontroller based on Arduino Mega. This research was conducted in class XI TAV SMK Negeri 1 Percut Sei Tuan. This development research uses the Borg and Gall research model adapted from Sugiyono. Product data is in the form of qualitative data obtained from suggestions from media experts and practitioners and in the form of qualitative data from media experts and practitioners. The results of the study are: (1) Making the Prototype Traffic Light learning media the steps include making the product design developed, collecting supporting materials, finishing, protootype assessment by media experts and practitioners, product revision. (2) The results of the feasibility of the Ttraffic Light Prototype are as follows: the assessment of the Prototype by the media obtained a score of 90.25% in the very feasible category, the Prototype assessment by the practitioner obtained a score of 93.5% with the very feasible category. (3) The results of the eligibility of the Job Sheet Prototype by the practitioner obtained a chord of 92% in the very feasible category. Key Words: Development of traffic light prototype, Arduino mega, R&D AbstrakPenelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan Prototype Traffic Light Mikrokontroler berbasis Arduino Mega. Penelitian ini dilakukan di kelas XI TAV SMK Negeri 1 Percut Sei Tuan. Penelitian pengembangan ini menggunakan model penelitian Borg and Gall yang diadaptasi dari Sugiyono. Data produk berupa data kualitatif yang didapat dari saran dari ahli media dan praktisi serta berupa data kualitatif yang berasal dari ahli media dan praktisi. Hasil penelitian adalah : (1) Pembuatan media pembelajaran Prototype Ttraffic Light langkah-langkah meliputi membuat desain produk yang dikembangkan, mengumpulkan bahan-bahan pendukung, Finishing, penilaian Protootype oleh ahli media dan praktisi, revisi produk. (2) Hasil kelayakan Prototype Ttraffic Light sebagai berikut : penilaian Prototype oleh media diperoleh skor 90,25% dengan kategori sangat layak, penilaian Prototype oleh praktisi diperoleh skor 93,5% dengan kategori sangat layak. (3) Hasil kelayakan Job Sheet Prototypeoleh praktisi diperoleh akor 92% dengan kategori sangat layak. Kata Kunci: Pengembangan prototype traffic light, arduino mega, R&D
Global Affinities: The Natural Method and Anomalous Plants in the Nineteenth Century
Authors: Kury Lorelai , Albuquerque Sara 
Published: June 2021

Abstract
Approaching from an analysis of the work of Robert Brown (1773-1858) and Friedrich Welwitsch (1806–1872) on Rafflesia and Welwitschia, this article explores how the “natural method” became a tool for understanding extra-European flora in the nineteenth century. As botanists worked to detect “hidden affinities” between plants that would enable them to identify the so-called natural families to which even anomalous species belonged, they relied on comparison as their basic methodological procedure, making it essential for them to have access to collections. In their scientific writings, professional botanists tended to steer clear of any emphasis on plant exoticism. While botany engaged in dialogue with various types of approaches, the field essentially normalized the exotic. The article’s exploration of the hermetic style of scientific texts and the way botanists incorporated illustrators’ work sheds light on the complexity of the spaces where natural history was done, in a context where plants were circulating from around the globe.
Financial Inclusion and Labour Market Participation of Women in Selected Countries in Africa
Authors: Ajide Folorunsho M. 
Published: June 2021

Abstract

Research purpose: This study investigates the impact of financial inclusion on female labour force participation in Africa. It also complements the existing studies by evaluating how advancement in information and communication technology (ICT) and Trade openness (TO) modulate the relationship between financial inclusion and female economic participation in selected African countries.

Design/methodology/approach: The study focuses on twelve African countries while the empirical evidence is based on Fixed Effects, Random Effects and Generalised Least Square estimators (GLS). Data over the period of 2005-2016 are sourced from the World Bank Development database and IMF international Financial Statistics.

Findings: The results show that financial inclusion has a non-monotonic relationship with female labour force participation. The study establishes that if the level of financial inclusion can be increased to the range of 33-57 per cent, it would improve the level of women participation in economic activities. The results further show that ICT moderates the nexus between financial inclusion and female economic participation at a threshold level of 38.17 per cent. These findings persist when the TO is used as the moderating factor at a threshold value of 80.90 per cent. The results are robust enough to suggest an alternative proxy for female labour force participation and alternative estimation techniques.

Originality/value/practical implications: Ending gender inequality has become one of the priorities in the global development policies in which most African nations domesticate the same for their national planning. There are voices at every corner in Africa demanding the possibility of achieving gender equality in employment, among others. This article is one of the few articles that evaluate whether financial inclusion can be used to accelerate female economic participation in Africa.
Importance of Stakeholders within University Social Responsibility
Authors: Smolíková Lenka , Schüller David 
Published: June 2021

Abstract

Research purpose. The paper follows a definition of University Social Responsibility (USR) recently formulated by Kouatli in 2019. In accordance with the definition, the main objective of this study is to identify and establish the importance of individual stakeholders to the university. The article also includes several case studies demonstrating the possibilities of cooperation between university management and other stakeholders to address the social aspects of sustainable development primarily.

Design / Methodology / Approach. The focus group method was used to identify all stakeholders. For individual focus groups, respondents rated their importance for universities on a scale from 1 to 7. Subsequently, different stakeholders were divided into relevant groups by factor analysis. The obtained outputs were used for the identification of important university stakeholders in the field of education and science.

Findings. The university’s most important stakeholders in education were found to include applicants for study and their parents, student, and academic staff, and last but not least, foreign students. In the field of science and research, the university’s main stakeholders are academics, enterprises, and the professional public. Emphasis is placed on how the university can cooperate with its stakeholders in CSR activities.

Originality / Value / Practical implications. The value of the proposed stakeholder framework can be seen in the identification of important stakeholders for universities. The paper also includes case studies related to the cooperation with the Czech university to fulfil its USR objectives.
European COVID -19 Pandemic Data and Social Inclusion Policy in the European Union: Drivers-Driven Trend Analysis
Authors: Kaivo-oja Jari , Aho Samuli , Lauraéus Theresa 
Published: June 2021

Abstract

Research purpose. The study is focused on the Covid-19 pandemic crisis in the European Union. This study investigates the current driving trends and trade-offs of the Covid-19 pandemic phenomenon and social inclusion trends in the European countries.

Design / Methodology / Approach. The methodology is based on conventional statistical index theory and statistics. The study investigates cases, deaths, and key Covid-19 statistics. The research design combines key social inclusion statistics of the Eurostat and the official Covid-19 statistics of the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control. Covid-19 data is updated to 1.3.2021. Social inclusion variables are selected from the Eurostat database. Social inclusion variables cover poverty, material deprivation, income distribution, income, quality of life, employment, and education matters. Scattering matrices on the relationships among the key variables under review are reported.

Findings. The study reports basic trends of Covid-19 cases, deaths, deaths/cases and calculates these Covid-19 trends in 29 European countries. This study reports trade-off analyses of key social inclusion trends of the European Union countries. Key indicators are linked to economic income, income distribution, poverty, gender issues, and housing statistics. The 19 key indicators of social inclusion are analysed and reported with Covid-19 data. Statistical correlation analysis tables (2a and 2b) are calculated with key European social inclusion indicators. The study reveals some relevant aspects of the social inclusion policy of the European Union about the ongoing Covid-19 crisis and exit strategies.

Originality / Value / Practical implications. This conference paper demonstrates novel and exciting possibilities of integrated data pooling (The Eurostat and the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control). Original results of key trend drivers are provided by the authors. Value-adding and interesting results are delivered for European governments and the business community. Results and findings of the study can be used in the planning of economic recovery and Covid-19 exit policies in the member states of the European Union.
Identification of Lithuanian International Trade Risk in Beverages
Authors: Baranauskaite Lina , Jurevicienė Daiva 
Published: June 2021

Abstract

Research purpose. The article aims to identify the risk groups arising in foreign trade in the four main groups of processed beverages at a national level.

Design / Methodology / Approach. Processed agricultural drinks do not fall into the category of essential food. The article examines four main drink groups: waters (including mineral waters and aerated waters, with additive), beer, wine, and other alcoholic (e.g., spirits, liqueurs, whiskies, rums, gins, vodkas, etc.) beverages. The case of Lithuania is presented. Analysis and assumption of scientific literature and TOPSIS method are used. The study does not aim to assess all risk factors but to identify the groups of risk factors and to rank them according to their importance for each processed beverage sectors supply chains.

Findings. Based on the scientific literature analysis, the eight risk groups were identified and were evaluated according to their importance for the beverages supply chain. Experts ranked risk groups taking into account their importance for international processed beverages trade for each product group. The results show that the most important is the Demand risks group for all processed beverages, and the least important is Political risk. The significance of other risk groups for a particular beverage supply chains differs. Supply risks were second in the ‘water with add’ group, while in the ‘other alcohol’ group, it is in fourth place. For the ‘other alcohol’ group, supply risks are less significant. Production risks are one of the most important in the wine trade. Financial risks are one of the most important in the ‘other alcohol’ group. Management and operational risks play an essential role in the beer supply chains. The least significant is three risk groups: Logistical and infrastructural risks, Policy and regulatory risks, Political risks.

Originality / Value / Practical implications. The identified risks groups in the four main groups of processed beverages can help shape the country’s trade policy, mitigate trade risks, and effectively manage the agricultural trade beverage subsector. Research results can be practically used both for government or business decisions and for the public sector (trade associations).
Culinaronyms in formatting linguocultural competence in teaching Russian as a foreign language
Authors: Phan Ngoc Son 
Published: June 2021

Abstract
Linguocultural approach is the new teaching direction in teaching Russian as a foreign language (RFL). Based on this approach, students are aimed to form a linguocultural competence. Studying scientific research show that there is a lot of linguistic units that are suitable to help students in forming their linguocultural competence. The purpose of the research is to apply the topic “Russian culinaronyms” (known as the name of Russian food) in the formation of the linguocultural competence of Vietnamese students who are learning Russian as a foreign language. The research was conducted by surveying and interviewing 26 Russian teachers in Vietnam by verifying the applicability of theory and practice of the topic “Russian culinaronyms”. The research results show that the teachers think that the application of this food topic in the formation of their linguocultural competence is appropriate with high survey results. Furthermore, it reveals the linguistic and cultural dimensions from Russian culinaronyms which can be used to form a linguocultural competence for Vietnamese students. The topic “Russian culinaronyms” can be applied in extracurricular sessions for language specialized students.
The perceptions of intermediate EFL learners to the lexical instructional intervention
Authors: Getie Addisu Sewbihon , Amogne Dawit , Emiru Zewdu 
Published: June 2021

Abstract
This study investigated the perceptions of high school EFL learners to the lexical instructional approach intervention in the contexts of learning vocabulary and grammar. Besides, an attempt was made to explore what difficulties the participants encountered during the experimentation. The data collected through the questionnaire were analyzed using a one-sample t-test, and the results showed that the estimated sample perception mean score was significantly higher than the hypothesized population perception mean score. This implies that EFL learners had positive perceptions towards the lexical instructional approach in the contexts of learning vocabulary and grammar. The data collected through interviews were analyzed qualitatively and the findings showed that students enjoyed and were interested in learning vocabulary and grammar through the lexical instructional approach. Students realized the importance of lexical chunks in learning vocabulary and grammar. In this regard, the interview results corroborated the results obtained from the questionnaire. Students encountered difficulties like lack of lexical awareness, lack of clear and adequate instructions on some activities, the lack of deliberate attention from some students during discussions, the lack of making some activities more interactive and engaging, and some classroom managerial problems. Finally, it was recommended that EFL teachers at high school should design their lexical approach-based activities systematically by considering their students’ interests, feelings, perceptions, levels, norms, cultures, and psychological setups.
Antioxidant status, and blood zinc and copper concentrations in dogs with uncomplicated babesiosis due to Babesia canis infections
Authors: Teodorowski Oliwier , Winiarczyk Stanisław , Tarhan Duygu , Dokuzeylül Banu , Ercan Alev Meltem , Or Mehmet Erman , Staniec Marta , Adaszek Łukasz 
Published: June 2021

Abstract

Introduction
The aim of the study was to demonstrate a link between uncomplicated Babesia canis infection in dogs and blood concentrations of zinc and copper and erythrocytic antioxidant defence – activities of glutathione (GSH), superoxide dismutase (SOD) and catalase (CAT).

Material and Methods
The study was based on 15 naturally occurring cases of canine babesiosis with anorexia, pyrexia, depression, pale mucous membrane, splenomegaly and dark red urine. Microscopic examination of Giemsa-stained peripheral blood smears and the results of PCR confirmed B. canis infection. Seven apparently healthy dogs brought in for either a check-up or vaccination were used for comparison.

Results
The levels of the erythrocytic antioxidant enzymes - SOD and CAT - were significantly higher in the infected dogs than in cytologically negative dogs. The levels of blood micronutrients were significantly lower in the infected dogs (0.478 μg of zinc per mL vs 1.241 μg/mL and 0.722 μg of copper per mL vs 1.392 μg/mL).

Conclusion
Oxidative stress can be posited as one of the mechanisms leading to anaemia in dogs with babesiosis, and therefore antioxidant biomarker and copper and zinc concentrations could be used as indicators of disease severity and prognostic markers.