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Novel Totto-Chan by Tetsuko Kuroyanagi: A Study of Philosophy of Progressivism and Humanism and Relevance to the Merdeka Curriculum in Indonesia
Authors: Amaruddin Hidar , Dardiri Achmad , Efianingrum Ariefa , Hung Ruyu , Purwanta Edi 
Published: May 2024

Abstract
This research analyzes the educational philosophy of progressivism and humanism in Tetsuko Kuroyanagi’s Totto-Chan Novel and its relevance to the Independent Curriculum in Indonesia. This study uses qualitative content analysis to reveal the progressive and humanistic educational philosophy in Totto-Chan and its relevance to the Merdeka Curriculum in Indonesia. The research involves reading the novel, extracting relevant texts, categorizing them by topics, and analyzing the relationship between these philosophies and the curriculum then the findings, detailed in a comprehensive manner, highlight indicators of progressive and humanistic educational philosophies. This research aims to identify parallels between the Merdeka Curriculum and progressivism and humanism in the Totto-Chan novel to assess the suitability and potential integration of educational philosophies. The result showed that Tetsuko Kuroyanagi’s Totto-Chan novel intensely reveals the progressive and humanistic educational philosophy at Tomoe Gakuen. The school prioritizes independent learning goals, equality, justice, self-reflection, environmental connection, and shared decision-making. Principal Mr. Kobayashi educate students’ independence based on interests and talents. This aligns with the Merdeka Curriculum in Indonesia, which emphasized meaningful learning design for students’ independence, equality, self-reflection, environmental connection, and democratic learning principles through the concept of Merdeka Belajar in the learning process. This implication can serve as a practical learning idea for educators, fostering harmony in educational philosophy and enhancing the implementation of the recently introduced Merdeka Curriculum in Indonesia.
Proof of some conjectures of Guo and of Tang
Authors: Gu Guoping , Wang Xiaoxia 
Published: May 2024

Abstract
Recently, Guo and Tang independently established some q-supercongruences from Rahman’s quadratic transformation.
In this paper, by applying the method of creative microscoping devised by Guo and Zudilin together with Rahman’s quadratic transformation again,
we provide proofs for eight conjectures on q-supercongruences proposed by Guo and by Tang.
Evolutionary analysis of indeterminate cytology and risk of malignancy in a thyroid nodule unit
Authors: Álvarez-Mancha Ana Isabel , Mancha-Doblas Isabel , Molina-Vega María , Fernández-García Diego , Gómez-Pérez Ana María , Gallego-Domínguez Elena , Ortega-Jiménez María Victoria , Hierro-Martín Isabel , Tinahones Francisco J 
Published: May 2024

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Abstract

Objective
The objective of this study was to analyze the evolution in the diagnosis and management of indeterminate thyroid nodules over three time periods.

Methods
In total, 3020 patients with thyroid nodules underwent cytological evaluation during three periods (2006–2008, 2012–2014, 2017–2019). The distribution of diagnostic cytology, risk of malignancy, diagnostic performance indices of fine needle aspiration (FNA), and cytologic–histologic correlation in indeterminate cytology were analyzed.

Results
Only 2.2% of cytology tests were insufficient for a diagnosis. About 86.9% cytology was benign, 1.7% malignant, and 11.4% indeterminate. Indeterminate cytology rates were 15.9% (2006–2008), 10.1% (2012–2014), and 10% (2017–2019). Surgery was performed in 13% of benign cytology, resulting in malignant histology in 2.7%. All malignant and suspicious cytology underwent surgery, with malignancy confirmed in 98% and 77% of cases, respectively.
All ‘indeterminate with atypia’ cytology (2006–2008) and Bethesda IV (2012–2014; 2017–2019) underwent surgery, with malignancy confirmed in 19.6%, 43.8%, and 25.7%, respectively. In the ‘indeterminate without atypia’ category (2006–2008) and Bethesda III (2012–2014; 2017–2019), diagnostic surgery was performed in 57.7%, 78.6%, and 59.4%, respectively, with malignancy confirmed in 3.3%, 20.5%, and 31.6%. The FNA sensitivity was 91.6%, with a negative predictive value greater than 96% in all periods. The specificity exceeded 75% in the last two periods.

Conclusion
The Bethesda system reduces indeterminate cytology and improves the accuracy of FNA diagnosis. We reported a higher proportion of malignancy than expected in Bethesda III, underscoring the importance of having institution-specific data to guide decision-making. However, there is a need for risk stratification tools that allow for conservative management in low-risk cases.
Testing the human superorganism approach to morality
Authors: Aunger Robert , Greenland Katie 
Published: May 2024

AbstractCurrent theories in moral psychology do not agree about the kinds and range of offenses that people should moralize. In this study, a new approach to defining the moral domain, Human Superorganism Theory (HSoT), is presented and tested. HSoT proposes that the primary function of moral action is the suppression of cheaters in the unusually large societies recently established by our species (i.e., human ‘superorganisms’). It suggests that a broad range of moral concerns exist beyond traditional notions of harm and fairness, including actions that inhibit functions such as group-level social control, physical and social structuring, reproduction, communication, signaling and memory. Roughly 80,000 respondents completed a web-based experiment hosted by the British Broadcasting Corporation, which elicited a suite of responses to characteristics of a set of 33 short scenarios representing the areas identified by the HSoT perspective. Results indicate that all 13 superorganism functions are moralized, while violations of scenarios falling outside this area (social customs and individual decisions) are not. Several hypotheses derived specifically from HSoT were also supported. Given this evidence, we believe this new approach to defining a broader moral domain has implications for fields ranging from psychology to legal theory.
Analysis for an open-source library in database management systems
Authors: Hayek Rama , Akkad Mohammad Zaher 
Published: May 2024

AbstractSpatial data management is crucial for applications like urban planning and environmental monitoring. While traditional relational databases are commonly used, they struggle with large and complex spatial data. NoSQL databases provide support for unstructured data and scalability. This article compares the performance and disk space usage of SQL Server (a relational database) and MongoDB (NoSQL database) using an open-source library. Experiments conducted with the OpenStreetMap dataset from Central America show that the MongoDB database outperformed the relational SQL Server database in most cases, offering practical advantages for spatial data management in Geographic Information System applications.
Evaluation of alveolar bone housing of maxillary anterior teeth and its influence on anterior alveolar arch form: A cross-sectional analytical CBCT study
Authors: Hinduja Shweta , Hinduja Shweta Vasavi , Waghmare Mandavi 
Published: May 2024

: Implant placement in the maxillary anterior region is most challenging due to demands of high aesthetics and biomechanical requirements with a prejudice of thin alveolar bone and fast resorption. Alveolar bone housing (ABH) of teeth in this area becomes an important parameter for successful implant planning. Alveolar bone thickness also exhibit significant differences among different arch forms. The present study was designed to provide baseline data of ABH of maxillary anterior teeth in different alveolar arch forms for the Indian population.This study was conducted with the aim to generate baseline data of ABH in the maxillary anterior region in a sample of Indian population using CBCT. A further hypothesis was made that the ABH varies in different AAFs. : 100 CBCT scans were analysed for ABH as the mean of dimension at three different root levels and apical region for normal maxillary anterior teeth. Anterior alveolar arch form (AAF) was classified as ratio of inter-canine width and inter-canine depth. Paired t-test and ANOVA was used for evaluating mean ABH amongst the CIs, LIs, and CNs and across gender. Bonferroni post hoc test was carried out for comparative analysis between ABH and AAF.Significant difference was seen between mean ABH of CNs and CIs and CNs and LIs (p= 0.00). Males had higher mean ABH than females in CNs(p= 0.00) and CIs (p=0.017). No significant difference was seen between mean ABH and AAFs.This study generates a baseline data of alveolar bone morphology of normal maxillary anterior teeth in Indian population to aid the clinicians in predictably planning placement of implants.
Insights into Stafne’s bone cyst: A case report of an accidental finding
Authors: Bhoir Kartikee Vinit , Patait Mahendra Ramdas , Patil Kishor Kashinath , Maknikar Shriya Ravindra 
Published: May 2024

Stafne Bone Cysts (SBC) represent pseudocysts of the jaw, typically characterized by their presence at the lingual cortical surface and involvement of normal salivary gland tissue. These cysts, devoid of an epithelial lining, exhibit a diverse composition, comprising blood vessels, muscle, fat, connective tissue, lymphatic tissue, nerve bundles, or air. Commonly, SBCs manifest without clinical symptoms or signs, necessitating radiographic methods for diagnosis. They are usually discovered incidentally on routine radiographs of the jaw. We here present a 50-year-old male with pain in the mandibular left side and a routine panoramic radiograph showed impacted mandibular third molars on both sides and a well-defined radiolucency below the inferior alveolar canal on the left side. An incidental finding of Stafne’s bone cyst was made on further investigation on Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT). While conventional X-rays serve as the primary diagnostic tool, complex cases may require more precise imaging modalities, such as CBCT. This case study offers a comprehensive analysis of a unilateral SBC identified in a male patient with an emphasis on the radiographic features.
RELEVANSI EFISTEMOLOGI MASLAHAH NAJAMUDDIN AT-TUFI DALAM ISTINBATH HUKUM ANAK SEBAGAI MAHKUM ALAIH
Authors: Mansyur Zaenudin 
Published: May 2024

Abstract: This paper investigates the relevance of epistemological principles of maslahah initiated by at-Thufi in determining children as mahkum alaih particularly in contemporary muamalah transactions. At-Thufi is consistent with his principle of prioritizing maslahah instead of nash or ijma’ with no beneficial factors since maslahah and mafsadah cases in legal matter can be determined by independents or authorities and Ijma’ cannot become justifying tool for reasoning. His unique statement is extremely relevant to the children’s status as mahkum alaih in contemporary muamalah transactions, namely transaction is within muamalah boundary therefore it is legitimate for under age children to undertake transactions due to their reasoning. Moreover, the purposes or benefits intended are the education to maturate children to carry out transactions and to provide facilitation to do so without leaving the home which are relevant to maslahah initiated by at-Thufi. Furthermore, the relevance of at-Thufi’s thought is not limited to that reasoning authority is prioritized instead of nash` dan ijma`, for instance, child’s reasoning ability is of more importance than waiting for the age of 17 and 18. Similarly, online transactions that are inevitable trends or habits for children in the contemporary age are extremely relevant to at-Thufi’s view that benefits founded by reasoning only work within the boundary of customary traditions.
Abstrak: Makalah ini mengakji tentang relevansi prinsip efistemologi maslahah yang digagas at-Thufi dalam penetapan anak sebagai mahkum alaih terutama dalam transaksi muamalah kontemporer. At-Thufi tetap dalam pendiriannya memenangkan maslahah daripada nash atau ijma`yang tidak ada unsur kemaslahatan di dalamnya karena perkara maslahah dan mafsadah dalam soal hukum dapat ditentukan oleh independen atau otoritas akal. Nash dan ijma` tidak bisa menjadi alat konfirmasi terhadap akal. Statemennya yang unik ini sangat relevan dengan status anak yang dijadikan sebagai mahkum alaih dalam transaksi muamalah kontemporer, yaitu transaksi merupakan wilayah muamalah maka anak yang dibawah umur sah-sah saja melakukan transaksi karena kemampuan akal yang dimilikinya. Apalagi tujuan atau kemaslahatan yang dihajatkan adalah edukasi dalam mendewasakan anak untuk melakukan transaksi serta memberikan keringan dalam melakukannya tanpa harus keluar rumah tentu sangat relevan dengan maslahah yang digagas at-Thufi, yaitu menetapkan tujuan lebih penting daripada sarana dalam istinbath hukum. Selanjutnya relevansi pemikiran at-Thufi ini tidak terhenti ketika menyatakan otoritas akal lebih dimenangkan daripada nash` dan ijma`, misalnya kemampuan akal anak lebih penting daripada menunggu usia sampai 17 dan 18 tahun. Begitu juga dalam aktivitas transaksi one line merupakan trend atau kebiasaan yang tidak bisa dihindari oleh anak zaman kontemporer tentu sangat relevan dengan pandangan at-Thufi bahwa kemaslahatan yang diprakarsai oleh akal hanya berlaku dalam wilayah adat kebiasaan.
Development of Android-Based Mobile Learning Media Using ADDIE Model on Static Fluid Topics for High School 11th Grade Students
Authors: Mutmainnah Besse , Amni Zurratul , Wahyudi Muh 
Published: May 2024

This research and development study aimed to create a mobile learning application based on the Android platform to facilitate the teaching and learning of static fluid concepts. The ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation) model was employed as the framework for the research methodology. The data collection instruments included validation questionnaires completed by subject matter experts, media experts, physics teachers, and students. These were administered during small-group and large-group trials conducted with 11th-grade science students at MAN 1 Lotim. The end product was an Android-based learning app that received an overall good rating with a total score of 82. Evaluation by media experts deemed it good, with a score of 60 out of a maximum of 75. Physics teachers who validated the app rated it as very good/effective with a score of 52. During the large group trial with students, the app gained a high score of 1759, averaging 4.31 which falls into the very interesting category. Based on the validation results and feedback obtained, it can be concluded that the Android-based mobile learning application developed in this study is suitable, effective, and practical to be utilized as an instructional tool for teaching static fluid concepts to high school 11th-grade students in physics education programs.
Evaluation of “Cognitive Behavioral Intervention for Trauma in Schools” (CBITS) in child welfare programs in Germany: Study Protocol of a Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Pfeiffer Elisa , Dörrie Loni , Köksal Jessica , Krech Fabienne , Muche Rainer , Segler Jacob , Sachser Cedric 
Published: May 2024

Abstract

Background
Children and adolescents growing up in child welfare institutions have been frequently exposed to traumatic events, psychosocial stress and show elevated rates of mental disorders. Yet there is a lack of empirically supported treatments to provide adequate mental health care for children in care suffering from trauma-related mental disorders such as posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression and anxiety. The Cognitive Behavioral Intervention for Trauma in Schools (CBITS) is an evaluated trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral group intervention, which has proven to be effective in reducing symptoms of PTSD, depression and anxiety for traumatized children in group settings. The trial will evaluate effectiveness of the CBITS intervention as an outreach treatment compared with an enhanced treatment as usual condition (TAU+) within the German mental health and child welfare system.
Methods
In a randomized controlled trial (RCT) involving N = 90 children and adolescents, we will compare CBITS with TAU+. Participants between 8–16 years, reporting at least one traumatic event and moderate Posttraumatic Stress Symptoms (PTSS) will be randomized within their child welfare institution to either one of the conditions using a CATS-2 severity stratified block randomization. Assessments will take place at baseline, as well as 4 months and 10 months after baseline. The primary outcome is the severity of PTSS after 4 months. Secondary outcomes are depression, anxiety, irritability/anger, quality of life and global functioning level.
Discussion
The results of our trial will provide evidence regarding effective treatment options for traumatized children in care, which represent an understudied population with limited access to mental health care. Additionally, it could serve as blueprint for implementing trauma-focused outreach group treatments for children in care and increase the accessibility to appropriate treatment.
Trial registration
Clinical Trials.gov, ID: NCT06038357 D. Registered on ClinicalTrials.gov public website. URL: https://classic.clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT06038357?cond=NCT06038357&draw=2&rank=1
Piezoelectric neuron for neuromorphic computing
Authors: Fan Zhen , Li Wenjie , Shan Tan , Chen Zhiwei , Jiali Ou , Kun Liu , Tao Ruiqiang , Tian Guo , Qin minghui , Zeng Min , Lu Xubing , Zhou Guofu , Gao Xingsen , Liu Jun-Ming 
Published: May 2024

Abstract

Neuromorphic computing has attracted great attention for its massive parallelism and high energy efficiency. As the fundamental components of neuromorphic computing systems, artificial neurons play a key role in information processing. However, the development of artificial neurons that can simultaneously incorporate low hardware overhead, high reliability, high speed, and low energy consumption remains a challenge. To address this challenge, we propose and demonstrate a piezoelectric neuron with a simple circuit structure, consisting of a piezoelectric cantilever, a parallel capacitor, and a series resistor. It operates through the synergy between the converse piezoelectric effect and the capacitive charging/discharging. Thanks to this efficient and robust mechanism, the piezoelectric neuron not only implements critical leaky integrate-and-fire functions (including leaky integration, threshold-driven spiking, all-or-nothing response, refractory period, strength-modulated firing frequency, and spatiotemporal integration), but also demonstrates small cycle-to-cycle and device-to-device variations (~1.9% and ~10.0%, respectively), high endurance (107), high speed (integration/firing: ~9.6/~0.4 μs), and low energy consumption (~13.4 nJ/spike). Furthermore, spiking neural networks based on piezoelectric neurons are constructed, showing capabilities to implement both supervised and unsupervised learning. This study therefore demonstrates the piezoelectric neuron as a simple yet reliable, fast, and energy-efficient artificial neuron, and also showcases its applicability in neuromorphic computing.
Implementation and Comparison of Software-Defined Network Controllers in various Simulated Network Environments
Authors: Tiamiyu Osuolale , Onidare Samuel , Akande Hakeem , Ajayi Oluwaseun , Ogbotobo Abdkareem 
Published: May 2024

Abstract

In today's ever-evolving networking landscape, Software Defined Networking (SDN) has emerged as a paradigm-shifting technology that promises greater flexibility, agility, and control over network infrastructures. However, how easy are the configuration, extensibility, and programmability of these SDN controllers, considering the practical implications for network administrators and developers? This study aims to explore the practical implementation and comparative evaluation of different SDN Controllers within diverse simulated network environments. Prominent controllers such as POX and Faucet are meticulously configured and deployed in simulated network environments created using GNS3, NS3, OPNET, OMNET + + and MININET platforms. Furthermore. the study employs a range of performance metrics like controller latency, network throughput, packet loss, CPU and memory utilization to assess the efficacy and efficiency of each SDN Controller.
Feed intake, growth performance and carcass characteristics of Damara lambs fed bush-based rations from four encroacher bush species
Authors: Shiningavamwe Katrina Lugambo , Lutaaya Emmanuel , Mupangwa Johnfisher 
Published: May 2024

Abstract

The effect of feeding bush-based finishing rations on the performance of Damara lambs was studied. Thirty weaned lambs weighing 16.7 ± 1.9 kg were allocated to five treatments in a completely randomized design over a 90-day feeding period. The control diet (T1), consisted of Lucerne (10%), grass hay (30%) and concentrate mix (60%). Treatments T2-T5 consisted of roughage (40%) from the milled bushes Senegalia mellifera, Dichrostachys cinerea, Terminalia sericea and Rhigozum trichotomum respectively, and concentrate mix (60%). At the end of the feeding trial, the lambs were slaughtered and carcass characteristics were evaluated. The average daily feed intake (ADFI) was affected (P < 0.05) by sex, treatment, week and treatment x week interactions. The ADFI for T1 exceeded (P < 0.05) that for T2 and T3, at most time points. The ADFI of T1 and T4 were similar (P > 0.05) at weeks 6 to 10, but differed (P < 0.05) at other time points. The average daily gain (ADG) and feed conversion ratio (FCR) were affected (P < 0.05) by sex and treatment. The ADG (g/day) least squares means (± S.E) for T1 – T5 were 148.0 ± 6.9, 156.4 ± 6.9, 124.2 ± 6.9, 133.7 ± 6.9 and 133.7 ± 6.9, respectively. Treatment T2 had a better (P < 0.05) FCR compared to other bush-based treatments. Males had heavier (P < 0.05) final, hot and cold carcass weights than females. Lambs fed T4 had greater (P < 0.05) rib eye area than T1 (8.3 ± 0.5 vs. 5.9 ± 0.5 mm2). Bush-based diets can serve as production diets for weaned sheep and result into acceptable weight gain and carcass quality.
The Predictive Relationship Between Curiosity and Internet Addiction Among Tertiary Students in Ghana
Authors: Mahama Inuusah , Edoh-Torgah Nyuiemedi Agordzo , Miezah Daniel , Amponsah Mark Owusu , Ammah Christina 
Published: May 2024

Abstract

Internet addiction is an emerging mental health concern, particularly among young people who avidly use online technologies. This cross-sectional study examined the predictive relationship between curiosity and internet addictive behaviours among 480 tertiary students in Ghana. Data were collected using Kashdan's Curiosity Scale and Samaha’s Internet Addiction Test. The results revealed a 13.1% prevalence rate of internet addiction, with 73.1% classified as over-users. Only 29.4% exhibited high curiosity levels, while 35.6% had low curiosity. Structural equation modelling showed that deprivation sensitivity, covert social curiosity, overt social curiosity, stress tolerance, and thrill-seeking positively predicted various dimensions of internet addiction. Conversely, joyous exploration negatively predicted these behaviours. The curiosity composite positively predicted the overall internet addiction composite. The findings highlight curiosity’s complex role, where adaptive curiosity mitigates internet addiction risks, but maladaptive curiosity exacerbates such risks. Nurturing healthy curiosity while equipping students with self-regulation skills is crucial for promoting responsible internet use and preventing addictive behaviours. This study contributes insights into curiosity’s influence on youth mental health, informing prevention and intervention strategies within Ghana's tertiary education context.