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Anti-war Russophone Poetry after Feb. 24, 2022: Reinterpreting Russian History and Culture
Authors: Surin Aleksei 
Published: May 2024

Abstract
Since launching a full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24th, 2022, Russian authorities have provided several narratives to justify their aggressive actions and war crimes. According to the first, their war is only a response to the actions of the “Nazis”; therefore, the current war is a continuation of the Great Patriotic War in which Russia defeated Hitler. The second asserts the superiority of Russian culture over Ukrainian and explains the attack on Ukraine by the desire to protect the Russian language and culture on Ukrainian territory. Both of these narratives can be categorized as ressentiment, a term coined by Nietzsche that refers to a feeling of hostility towards an individual who is deemed responsible for one’s failures or hardships. This reaction involves glorifying an idealized past and vehemently opposing anything associated with the freedom and cultural values of another. Russophone anti-war poetry written after February 24th, both in Russia and abroad, deconstructs these propaganda narratives and offers its own narrative strategy for talking about Russian history, which I term the poetics of “de-ressentiment.” This essay analyzes anti-war poems by Russian-speaking poets and identifies the principles and tasks of de-ressentiment in the context of Russia’s catastrophic policies. The paper explores how Russian-language anti-war poetry tries to find the right language to discuss the most traumatic topics in Russian history and proposes a total revision of Russian history and culture. This de-ressentiment revision should break free modern Russia’s destructive focus on its past that deprives it of any future.
How the Field was Colonized: Russian History’s Ukrainian Blind Spot
Authors: Smith-Peter Susan , Pollock Sean 
Published: May 2024

Abstract
This discussion seeks to trace the origins of a particularly sympathetic approach to the Russian state and its needs with the field of Russian history in the United States. The response notes some of the major scholars who have greatly influenced the study of Russian history. These include Michael Karpovich, Richard Pipes, and Edward Keenan among others. The discussion grapples with the question of how Russian history in the US has or has not included Ukraine in its narrative and the terms of that incorporation. The original exchange, on H-Russia, comprised the first two commentaries. Susan Smith-Peter’s response was not part of the original H-Russia post. Sean Pollock was not invited to respond.
Tingkatkan Aktivitas Belajar Geografi: Implementasi Model Project- Based Learning dengan Media Aplikasi Canva di Kelas X SMA N 1 Seririt
Authors: Arita Dewi Kadek Diah , Ananda Citra I Putu , Wesnawa I Gede Astra 
Published: May 2024

Student activities in the learning process are not only limited to listening and taking notes. The more activities students do during learning, the quality of the learning process will increase. This research aims to examine the impact of the Project-Based Learning model with the support of the Canva application on student learning activities in geography subjects. The research subjects consisted of five classes The research design used was One Group Pretest-Posttest Design. Data collection was carried out through observation and documentation techniques. Data analysis was carried out descriptively and quantitatively, with hypothesis testing using the T-test and simple linear regression test. The research results show that there is a positive and significant influence from implementing the Project-Based Learning model with the support of the Canva application on student learning activities in geography subjects.
Voices of Janakpurdham: Student Perspectives on Higher Education
Authors: Shah Binod , Tiwari Uday Kishor , Jha Brajesh Kumar 
Published: May 2024

Higher education institutions play a crucial role in shaping the socio-economic and cultural landscape of a region. In the context of Janakpurdham, a historically significant city in Nepal, the quality, accessibility, and effectiveness of higher education are vital for the city's progress. This research paper investigates the multifaceted issues and challenges faced by higher education institutions in Janakpurdham and propose strategies for addressing them. Through a comprehensive analysis of data, and literature review, this paper aims to contribute valuable insights to inform policy decisions and enhance the overall higher education landscape in Janakpurdham. This study follows a descriptive and survey research design. The data has been collected by questionnaire method from 160 students of various higher education institutes of different universities. A purposive sampling technique has been used to select respondents. The research findings highlighted the existing disparities in access to higher education, with financial constraints acting as a major barrier. The study revealed diverse perceptions regarding the quality of education and curriculum relevance. The positive feedback regarding alignment with industry demands is encouraging, but efforts must continue to ensure that curriculum evolves to meet changing industry trends and technological advancements. The positive perception of faculty quality and accessibility indicates a solid foundation. The findings of the study can guide policymakers, educators, administrators, and other stakeholders in devising effective strategies to overcome these challenges and enhance the higher education landscape in Janakpurdham.
Patterns of Macular Edema in Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion Diagnosed by Optical Coherence Tomography
Authors: Gupta Sharad , Thapa Raba , Pradhan Eli , Bajimaya Sanyam , Sharma Sanjita , Duwal Sushma , Poudyal Govinda 
Published: May 2024

Introduction: Branch Retinal vein occlusion is the most common retinal vascular disease after diabetic retinopathy in elderly populations.
Objectives: To describe morphological patterns of macular edema in branch retinal vein occlusion using optical coherence tomography.
Materials and methods: It is a hospital based; descriptive, cross-sectional study. All patients with macular edema secondary to branch retinal vein occlusion diagnosed by optical coherence tomography and fulfilling the inclusion criteria from 2017 July 1 to 2018 July 1 were studied.
Results: A total of 84 eyes of 84 patients were enrolled. The mean age of the patient was 68.0833 ± 11.22 years (range, 35-74 years). Forty-five (53.57%) were male. Forty-four eyes had right eye involvement. Major and macular branch retinal vein occlusion was found in 50 and 34 eyes respectively. Forty eight eyes had superior and 36 eyes had inferior branch retinal vein occlusion. Morphological patterns of macular edema were classified: cystoid macular edema, cystoid macular edema with serous retinal detachment, diffuse macular edema and diffuse macular edema with serous retinal detachment of which 68 (80.95%) had cystoid macular edema. Out of 84 eyes, 30 (35.71%) had inner and outer segment (IS/OS) junction disruption.
Conclusion: Optical coherence tomography is a safe and noninvasive technique. Serous retinal detachment and photoreceptors disruption may go unnoticed unless OCT is performed. It can measure the changes in retinal thickness and thus predict the visual outcomes in patients with macular edema.
Role of Psychological Stress and Choroidal Thickness in Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
Authors: Mathews Reshmi , Horo Saban , Jose Deepa , Kavalakatt Joel Antony , J Grace Rebekah , John Sheeja Susan 
Published: May 2024

Introduction: Central serous chorioretinopathy (CSCR) is a disease with a multifactorial aetiology.
Objectives: To evaluate the role of psychological stress and choroidal thickness in patients with CSCR.
Materials and methods: This was a hospital-based, analytical cross-sectional study, conducted at Christian Medical College, Vellore, India, from 2018 February to 2019 September, after the approval of the Institutional Review Board and Ethics Committee. Patients who satisfied the eligibility criteria of the study, were selected from the outpatient clinics of the Department of Ophthalmology. Twenty-five patients with unilateral CSCR (Group 1 - cases), and 50 age and gender-matched patients without CSCR (Group 2 - controls), randomly selected in a 1:2 ratio, were enrolled after obtaining informed consent. Psychological stress was assessed using Cohen Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10). All patients had a Swept Source optical coherence tomography scan of the macula. Subfoveal choroidal thickness (SFCT) of both eyes of all participants was measured using a standard protocol. The data were collated and analysed, using Independent samples t-test and Chi-square/ Fisher’s exact test, as appropriate, with IBM SPSS Statistics for Windows, version 21 (IBM Corp., Armonk, N.Y., USA).
Results: There was a significant difference between the two groups in mean stress scores (p <0.01), as well as stress categories (p <0.01). Although there was no significant difference in the prevalence of hypertension between the two groups (p = 0.33), there was a significant difference both in the mean systolic (p <0.01) and diastolic (p <0.01) blood pressure between the two groups. We found a significant difference between mean SFCT of CSCR eyes (421+/- 78.34 μm) and control eyes (314.24 +/- 52.48 μm, p <0.01), as well as between fellow eyes (396.20 +/- 68.79 μm) and control eyes (314.24 +/- 52.48 μm, p <0.01). However, there was no significant difference in the mean SFCT of CSCR eyes and fellow eyes (p =0.24).
Conclusion: The findings reiterate the concept that the underlying pathophysiological changes leading to CSCR involve both the eyes of the patient. Psychological stress and hypertension may be factors that play an important role in the etiopathogenesis of the pachychoroid-related changes leading to CSCR. Stress relief measures, with a holistic approach to management, should be an integral part of the therapeutic strategies for CSCR.
Intravitreal Bevacizumab in Management of Persistent Secondary Macular Hole with Epiretinal Proliferation
Authors: Zangmo Ugyen , Jayanna Sushma , Shanmugam Mahesh P 
Published: May 2024

Background: Aetiology for non-closure of full-thickness macular hole (FTMH) becomes crucial in determining the method of effective mode of intervention. Association of epiretinal proliferation (ERP) along with full-thickness macular hole (FTMH) have shown poorer anatomic and visual outcomes after surgical intervention. Various surgical techniques have been described in literature for treatment of persistent MH.
Case: We report a A 60-year-old female patient with FTMH secondary to branched retinal vein occlusion (BRVO) initially associated with ERP.
Observations: She was successfully managed by treating with combination of intravitreal injection of off label bevacizumab (Avastin) (1.25 mg/0.05 ml) and pure gas of SF6 (1 cc) under topical anaesthesia after an initial surgical intervention.
Conclusion: Presence of ERP in retinal vein occlusion cases needs closer and frequent follow up. IVB can be used as an adjunct in treating secondary MH.
A Human Factors and Systems-Thinking approach to Veterinary Patient Safety Education: Why, What, and How?
Authors: Cathcart Emma J. , Russell Elly , Schortz Lisen , Mossop Liz H. 
Published: May 2024

Preparing graduates to practice safely in today's increasingly complex veterinary workplaces is a key aim for veterinary educators. This requires embedding veterinary patient safety concepts into already full curricula. This teaching tip explores the benefits of incorporating human factors and systems-thinking principles into the design and delivery of veterinary patient safety education, showing how these can inform both what is taught and how. We explore what taking a human factors approach to veterinary patient safety education means, inviting educators to rethink not just curricular content but the whole approach to delivery. Advocating for the adoption of a systems-thinking-informed approach to curriculum design, we present a two-stage curriculum mapping process to support educators to embed core human factors principles as a way of thinking and doing for learners and faculty alike. Learning theories and educational design that align with human factors principles promote participatory methods and encourage collaborative experiential learning, critical thinking, and authentic application of knowledge and skills. Educators should explore opportunities presented by interprofessional education and workplace-based learning for practical application of these principles. Barriers to an integrated human factors-based patient safety curriculum include inconsistent terminology and understanding, significant faculty development requirements, and assessment challenges associated with existing regulatory and licensing requirements. Practical approaches to addressing these barriers are discussed. The recommendations outlined for the design and delivery of veterinary patient safety curricula will help ensure that institutions develop graduates that are effectively prepared for the complexity they will meet in the veterinary workplace, leading to improved patient safety and overall workplace well-being.
Literature Review of the Stigma of People Experiencing Homelessness
Authors: Laitres Karina 
Published: May 2024

I live in a community with a large homeless population. I witness and take part in conversations with community members and have noted that a seemingly large portion of them have little empathy, education, or understanding of what it means to be homeless. These conversations are often very polarizing, as there are many stigmas regarding the homeless population. I am passionate about promoting change. I want to educate the community, to help them understand and have empathy. In my attempt to decrease the stigmas that homeless people face, I have completed a literature review to research what these stigmas are and how to address them effectively. I aim to find ways to most effectively educate my community on homelessness.
Prevalence and Associated Factors of Depression Symptoms Among Aquaculture Workers in Hai Phong, Vietnam: A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Nguyen Van Tam , Tran Thi Quynh Chi , Nguyen Hoang Viet Duc , Do Thi Hue 
Published: May 2024

Objective: This study aimed to determine the prevalence and factors associated with depression symptoms among aquaculture workers in Hai Phong, Vietnam. Material and Methods: The study involved 1,220 aquaculture workers in coastal and offshore areas of Hai Phong, Vietnam; from March 2022 to September 2022. It was a cross-sectional descriptive epidemiological study, utilizing direct interviews with aquaculture workers to identify depression symptoms and associated factors. The Depression-Anxiety- Stress Scale (DASS 21) was used to assess depression symptoms. Results: The prevalence of depression symptoms among aquaculture workers was 28.7%, with 20.9% experiencing mild depression, 6.3% moderate depression and 1.5% severe depression. Several factors were associated with depression symptoms; including gender (OR=2.03; 95% CI 1.56-2.63), being single or divorced (OR=1.44; 95% CI 1.04-1.99), age ≥60 (OR=1.63; 95% CI 1.05-2.55) compared to those under 40, chronic illnesses (OR=3.16; 95% CI 2.43-4.11), poor sleep quality (OR=2.84; 95% CI 2.13-3.79), alcohol abuse (OR=1.36; 95% CI 1.06-1.75), and irregular physical exercise (OR=2.09; 95% CI 1.62-2.70). Conclusion: Depression disorder is a mental health concern among aquaculture workers. To alleviate depression symptoms, workers should consider lifestyle adjustments, incorporate regular physical exercise, and undergo routine health check-ups for timely counseling and treatment.
NARRATIVE TEXT WRITING SKILLS IN PGSD STUDENTS
Authors: Madu Fransiska Jaiman 
Published: May 2024

Writing a narrative text that includes the main components of the text is not easy. This means that the students' ability in this regard is not entirely good. The evidence is that there are still components that are often ignored and do not appear in the text. The components in question are resolution and coda. This study aims to assess students' ability to write correct and complete narrative texts. The type of research used is quantitative descriptive research. The sample of this research was 60 students of PGSD Unika Santu Paulus Ruteng. The technique used in collecting data is the test technique. Students were asked to write a narrative text with any theme and pay attention to the right narrative text structure such as orientation, complication, resolution, and coda. The text was analysed using observation technique. Based on the findings, the components of orientation, complication, and resolution in the narrative text get a good range. This is evidenced in the acquisition of student scores which are in the good category and some of them are in the excellent category. The only component of narrative text that needs to be improved is the coda. There are 40 out of 60 students whose scores are in the fair range. Therefore, the coda component needs to be trained. Therefore, the coda component needs to be trained.
Pengembangan Project Based Learning Berbasis Kearifan Lokal Berorientasi pada Kemampuan Berpikir Kreatif dan Kemandirian Belajar
Authors: Nurhikmayati Iik , Sunendar Aep 
Published: May 2024

Penurunan minat peserta didik terhadap keanekaragaman budaya menjadi semakin besar, terutama di kalangan remaja. Penyebabnya adalah globalisasi yang dengan cepat menggeser nilai-nilai kebudayaan bangsa. Pengembangan model pembelajaran Project Based Learning (PjBL) berbasis kearifan lokal (KA) merupakan upaya meningkatkan minat peserta didik pada pelestarian budaya melalui pembelajaran. Tujuan penelitian adalah untuk menghasilkan model pembelajaran matematika PjBL-KA berorientasi pada peningkatan kemampuan berpikir kreatif dan kemandirian belajar yang ditinjau dari aspek kevalidan, kepraktisan dan keefektifan. Sampel penelitian yaitu mahasiswa semester II Program Studi Pendidikan Matematika Universitas Majalengka 2018/2019. Penelitian pengembangan (R&D) yang mengadopsi model 4D yaitu Define, Design, Development dan Dissemination. Hasil penelitian adalah Model PjBL-KA telah memenuhi kriteria valid, praktis, dan efektif terhadap kemampuan berpikir kreatif, serta terdapat pengaruh positif yang signifikan antara kemandirian belajar dan kemampuan berpikir kreatif matematis.
Decreased student interest in cultural diversity is becoming increasingly large, especially among teenagers. The Reason is globalization which is rapidly shifting the nation’s cultural values. The development of Project-Based Learning models (PjBL) based on Local Wisdom (LW) is one of the efforts to increase students' interest in cultural preservation through learning. This study aims to produce a PjBL-LW mathematical learning model that is oriented towards improving creative thinking abilities and self-regulated learning in terms of validity, practicality, and effectiveness. This research was conducted on the second-semester students of the Mathematics Education Study Program Majalengka University Academic Year 2018/2019. This research is a Research and Development (R&D) model, namely Determine, Design, Development, and Dissemination. The results showed that: (1) The PjBL-LW model developed has fulfilled valid criteria, practice and effective for creative thinking abilities, and (2) There is a significant positive effect between self-regulated learning and mathematical creative thinking ability.
Epistatic Features and Machine Learning Improve Alzheimer’s Disease Risk Prediction Over Polygenic Risk Scores
Authors: Hermes Stephen , Cady Janet , Armentrout Steven , O’Connor James , Holdaway Sarah Carlson , Cruchaga Carlos , Wingo Thomas , Greytak Ellen McRae ,   the Alzheimer’s Disease Neuroimaging Initiative
Published: May 2024

Background: Polygenic risk scores (PRS) are linear combinations of genetic markers weighted by effect size that are commonly used to predict disease risk. For complex heritable diseases such as late-onset Alzheimer’s disease (LOAD), PRS models fail to capture much of the heritability. Additionally, PRS models are highly dependent on the population structure of the data on which effect sizes are assessed and have poor generalizability to new data. Objective: The goal of this study is to construct a paragenic risk score that, in addition to single genetic marker data used in PRS, incorporates epistatic interaction features and machine learning methods to predict risk for LOAD. Methods: We construct a new state-of-the-art genetic model for risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Our approach innovates over PRS models in two ways: First, by directly incorporating epistatic interactions between SNP loci using an evolutionary algorithm guided by shared pathway information; and second, by estimating risk via an ensemble of non-linear machine learning models rather than a single linear model. We compare the paragenic model to several PRS models from the literature trained on the same dataset. Results: The paragenic model is significantly more accurate than the PRS models under 10-fold cross-validation, obtaining an AUC of 83% and near-clinically significant matched sensitivity/specificity of 75%. It remains significantly more accurate when evaluated on an independent holdout dataset and maintains accuracy within APOE genotype strata. Conclusions: Paragenic models show potential for improving disease risk prediction for complex heritable diseases such as LOAD over PRS models.
Plasma BDNF/Irisin Ratio Associates with Cognitive Function in Older People
Authors: Huang Xiuxiu , Wang Jiaxin , Zhang Shifang , Zhao Xiaoyan , An Ran , Lan Yue , Yi Ming , Wan Qiaoqin 
Published: May 2024

Background: Reliable blood biomarkers are crucial for early detection and treatment evaluation of cognitive impairment, including Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Objective: To examine whether plasma biomarkers and their combination are different between older people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and cognitively normal individuals, and to explore their relations with cognitive performance. Methods: This cross-sectional study included 250 older adults, including 124 participants with MCI, and 126 cognitively normal participants. Plasma brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), irisin and clusterin were measured, and BDNF/irisin ratio was calculated. Global cognition was evaluated by the Montreal Cognitive Assessment. Results: Plasma irisin levels, but not BDNF, were significantly different between MCI group and cognitively normal group. Higher irisin concentration was associated with an increased probability for MCI both before and after controlling covariates. By contrast, plasma BDNF concentration, but not irisin, was linearly correlated with cognitive performance after adjusting for covariates. Higher BDNF/irisin ratios were not only correlated with better cognitive performance, but also associated with lower risks of MCI, no matter whether we adjusted for covariates. Plasma BDNF and irisin concentrations increased with aging, whereas BDNF/irisin ratios remained stable. No significant results of clusterin were observed. Conclusions: Plasma BDNF/irisin ratio may be a reliable indicator which not only reflects the odds of the presence of MCI but also directly associates with cognitive performance.