bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Stakeholders’ Involvement and Orphans’ Comfortability with Residential Placement Options in Nigeria
Authors: Ojo Olubukola Olakunbi , Afolabi Monsurat Mojirayo , Ekundayo Opeyemi Oyewunmi , Akintomide Akinjide Gabriel , Babalola Oyeyemi Bukola , Aliyu Taofeek Kolawole , Salami Joshua Olayemi 
Published: November 2022

Abstract
Nigerian orphans face a range of challenges, including finding a suitable place to live, having to choose who to live with and this choice is influenced by various factors. This study determined the proportion of orphans’ resident in orphanages and family settings in selected states in Nigeria. It also assessed stakeholder’s input into placement option decision for orphans. The study examined orphans’ comfortability with residential placement and living with caregivers. The issues related to non-comfortability of orphans with residential placement were also investigated. The study employed the descriptive survey research design. The population for the study comprised all orphans in formal care (orphanages) and informal care (family settings) in Nigeria. A multistage sample procedure was employed. Five states were selected purposively in Nigeria. Indices such as poverty, high rates of insurgencies and HIV/AIDs were used in states’ selection. A sample of 1,475 in orphanages and 2,418 in family settings were selected for the study making a total of 3,893 orphans. Data was from a larger study on Needs and Vulnerability of Orphans in Orphanages and family settings in Nigeria. Questionnaire for Needs and Vulnerability of Orphans in Orphanages and Family settings in Nigeria was used to elicit information from the respondents. Data collected were analyzed using frequency distribution and percentages. The results showed that more orphans live in family settings (2,418) and orphans residing in both orphanages (30.5%) and family settings (44.2%) are staying there based on the decisions of relatives. As perceived by the orphans, (88.5%) in orphanages and (71.1%) in family settings are comfortable where they are living and (77.6%) in orphanages and (72.3%) in the family settings perceived that they are comfortable living with their caregivers. Finally, it was found out that most prominent of the issues related to the residential placement of orphans in the family settings were poor living conditions (49.7%) and access to resources (48.2%), while orphans in orphanages felt challenged with strict caregivers (46.2%) and lack of access to recreational facilities (16.2%). Based on the findings, it was suggested that families within the communities and stakeholders should support family members who are saddled with the responsibility of caring for orphans. It was also recommended that staffing patterns in orphanages should be restructured to enhance caregivers’ capacity to provide children with stable, warm, and consistent relationships.
Sidelobe level suppression for elliptical antenna arrays using modified SALP swarm algorithm
Authors: Kurt Erhan , Basbug Suad , Guney Kerim 
Published: November 2022

Abstract
In this study, a modified version of salp swarm algorithm (MSSA) is used to synthesize elliptical antenna arrays (EAAs). The original salp swarm algorithm (SSA) is an optimization algorithm inspired by the behavior of salps in nature, which is used to solve engineering problems. The main purpose of the synthesis in this study is to obtain an EAA pattern with low maximum sidelobe levels (MSLs) for a fixed narrow first null beamwidth (FNBW). For different examples, the amplitude and angular position values of the antenna array elements are considered as optimization parameters. To show the effectiveness of the MSSA, eight examples of EAAs with 8, 12, and 20 elements are given. The results obtained with MSSA are compared with those of the antlion optimization, symbiotic organizations search, flower pollination algorithm, and accelerated particle swarm optimization from the literature. It is clear from the numerical results that MSSA outperforms the other algorithms in terms of the suppression of MSL.
An intelligent barrier using ultrasonic technology
Authors: Janů Přemysl , Odvárková Barbora 
Published: November 2022

Abstract
The article is devoted to the complete design of an intelligent barrier that uses piezoelectric ceramic transducers as transmitter of an acoustic signal and as a receiver. There is a relatively rich device base on the market for these transducers. These transducers are also not economically demanding. The barrier is composed of three identical bars. A continues wave rectangular signal generation is used for excitation of the converters on the transmitting side. The receiving side is more complex. A signal from the receiving transducer is first analog pre-processed and converted to logical values of 0 or 1. Subsequently, these signals are processed in a microcontroller system, evaluated and a possible alarm of a presence of an intruder is signaled using a display, a light-emitting diode and a piezoelectric siren. The display also shows the number of alarms. Some intelligence is added to the system by classifying a potential intruder. The functionality of the system is verified in a detail and discussed.
Education and training to build awareness of organizational diversity in senior high school teachers
Authors: Panggabean Hana , Murniati Juliana 
Published: November 2022

Diversity in educational settings exposes all involved actors to issues related to inherent (e.g. age, gender) and acquired diversity (e.g., education, marital status). This 400-hour program is aimed at building diversity awareness for high school teachers indicated by a good comprehension of diversity issues, create favorable learning atmosphere, and augmenting learning motivation. Mixing asynchronous and synchronous techniques, activities are carried out through Zoom lectures, group discussions, role play, and project assignments. At the end of the training program, participants are expected to complete an individual project within three weeks’ time. A baseline survey was conducted as well as post-tests, questionnaires, and personal journals that would allow a comprehensive view of the program’s performance. Based on the evaluations, the program has contributed to a favorable learning atmosphere and learning motivation. Furthermore, participants’ diversity awareness was developed along with their attitude and behavioral change in dealing with school diversity. A short and moderate learning effect was acquired. It is our recommendation that the school management sustains the learning effect by promoting a school climate of openness, tolerance, and respect.
Evaluation of Volumetric Properties of Cassava Peel Ash Modified Asphalt Mixtures
Authors: Aladegboye O. J. , Oguntayo O.- D. , Al-Ihekwaba E. , Daniel T. E. , Chiadighikaobi P. C. , Ng’andu P. 
Published: November 2022

In continuance to providing a reliable and cost-efficient road construction material that would aid the development of sustainable pavements while also eradicating agricultural wastes to protect the environment, Cassava Peel Ash (CPA) modified asphalt mixture is seen to be one of the most viable options. This study aimed to determine the suitability of Cassava Peel Ash (CPA) in hot mix asphalt for improved pavement performance. Using response surface methodology, a central composite design was employed for the mix design parameters, namely coarse aggregate (CA), fine aggregate (FA), mineral filler (MF), bitumen content (BC), and cassava peel ash (CPA). CPA was used as a partial replacement for filler and varied between 0% and 20%. The BC varied between 4% and 8%, the MF varied between 15% and 20%, the FA varied between 10% and 14%, and the CA varied between 46% and 52%. The interactive effect between the mix design parameters on the volumetric properties of the asphalt mixtures was evaluated. The results obtained showed the Marshall stability, flow, density, volume of the void, and void in mineral aggregates of the asphalt mixtures at 1.8037–8.045 kN, 2.7-8.22 mm, 2.0426–2.3909%, 1.094–7.966% and 55.5105–93.1393% respectively. These results indicate that the interaction of CA, FA, MF, BC, and CPA influences the volumetric properties of asphalt mixtures. From the RSM analysis, a prediction model and an optimal condition of 4.018% asphalt content, 20% cassava peel ash, 46% coarse aggregate, 10% fine aggregate, and 15% mineral filler were achieved for the asphalt mixtures. Doi: 10.28991/CEJ-2022-08-10-07 Full Text: PDF
Study of Lateral Load Influence on Behaviour of Negative Skin Friction on Circular and Square Piles
Authors: Shawky Omar , Altahrany Ayman I. , Elmeligy Mahmoud 
Published: November 2022

Negative skin friction developed on the pile surface causes many problems when piles are built in fully saturated clay. In this work, a study of NSF on a square cross-section pile corresponding to the circular pile circumference was developed. The pile was modeled as a concrete element, embedded and fully contacted with fully saturated soft clay. The clay layer is supported on a sand layer as a sub-base using ABAQUS software, and the NSF was developed on piles due to the consolidation of the clay over a 5-year period. A square pile has been found to provide lower NSF values than a round pile. Then, for the first investigation, both piles were loaded with lateral loads at the top to investigate the effect of the horizontal load on the NSF values, as there is no literature or study done on this point. The results emphasized that lateral loads reduce the NSF developed on piles. A parametric study was performed to investigate the parameters affecting the NSF values induced on piles, such as soil permeability, ballast, and lateral load values. It was concluded that square piles provide better NSF values than round piles for both single piles and pile groups. Doi: 10.28991/CEJ-2022-08-10-08 Full Text: PDF
Flipped Learning and E-Learning as Training Models Focused on the Metaverse
Authors: López-Belmonte Jesús , Pozo-Sánchez Santiago , Carmona-Serrano Noemí , Moreno-Guerrero Antonio-José 
Published: November 2022

Virtual Learning Environments (EVA) have acquired special importance in the educational field in recent years. The metaverse has been constructed as a learning space with enormous potential. As such, the immersion possibilities of the metaverse increase when compared to other methodologies that already implement technology, such as flipped learning and e-learning. In these learning environments, students require a set of specific abilities and skills. Therefore, this study aims to understand which training approach (flipped learning or e-learning) helps students acquire better skills through a teaching and learning process in the metaverse. This thesis used a pre-post quasi-experimental design of a group containing 173 Spanish high school students to achieve its aim. The data collection has been carried out by the Teaching and Learning Experiences Questionnaire (ETLQ). Among the obtained results, it is discovered that in all the dimensions analyzed, a significant relationship is observed. The greatest difference in means occurs in the LO dimension, meaning that these educational experiences directly impact the student’s academic results. It is concluded that both training approaches are adequate in preparing students for training processes carried out in the metaverse since they complement each other. Therefore, as preliminary instruction, the sequential use of these approaches is necessary when familiarizing students with a new learning reality such as the metaverse. Doi: 10.28991/ESJ-2022-SIED-013 Full Text: PDF
Radioactive Seed Localization for Conservative Surgery of Nonpalpable Breast Cancer: Recommendations for Technology Implantation Program
Authors: Ferreira Hortência H. J. , Daruich de Souza Carla , Rostelato Maria Elisa C. M. 
Published: November 2022

Background:
The radioactive seed localization (RSL) is used in impalpable breast cancer conservative surgery to assist the surgeon in accurately locating and excising the lesion site. This study aims to present recommendations about the RSL program implementation in health institutions that perform breast cancer conservative surgery with intraoperative localization.

Methods:
An extensive literature review was performed. It comprehends: the committee responsible for implementation of the program actions; description of the necessary multidisciplinary team; the radiological safety committee role; the facility licensing; professionals training; material and instrumentation associated with the technique; and seed tracking system.

Results:
13 topics are presented. The Program Implementation Committee must be formed by leaders from each department. The committee assumes responsibility for evaluating the necessary processes and presenting the schedule for program implementation. Since the procedure is classified as a nuclear medicine procedure it requires licensing. The Professional Team Formation, Education, and Training is a priority and simulation exercises are necessary. The Materials and Instrumentation Associated with the Technique must be well-know by the team and they should practice using radiation detectors. The seed must be always tracked, from moment they are received to discard. An Inventory for Tracking Seeds is provided. The Radiological Safety Aspects such as the ALARA principle are presented. A full description for the Radiological Procedure for Placing the seeds, the surgical removal and the Specimen Handling in Pathology focusing on how to locate the seed and retrieve them. After removed, the seeds can be placed in storage to wait for full radioactive decay or be returned to the manufacturer.

Conclusions:
The procedure has the advantage to increase to 2 months the time between insertion of the seed and the surgical removal. Regular multidisciplinary team meetings during program development are important to create a realistic timeline, having briefing meetings after the first 1-5 RSL cases and having annual or biannual follow-up meetings to discuss any issues or incidents.

Highlights
The Oregon Wellness Program: Serving Healthcare Professionals in Distress from Burnout and COVID-19
Authors: Girard Donald E. , Nardone David A. 
Published: November 2022

ABSTRACT
Clinicians are reluctant to seek mental health services. They fear loss of livelihood and disciplinary action. The Oregon Wellness Program (OWP) is a state-wide consolidated mental health initiative formally established in 2018 as a physician, physician assistant, acupuncturist, and podiatrist program. OWP is self-referral, not-mandated, strictly confidential, and free. Reporting to oversight bodies is forbidden. Utilization increased from 228 clients to 349 clients (a 53% increase) and 405 visits to 625 visits (a 54% increase) from 2019 to 2020 respectively, coinciding with the first COVID-19 pandemic surge. Between April 2019 and the end of August 2020, 41 of 433 (9.5%) individuals who were provided mental health services returned 77 program evaluation surveys, indicating satisfaction with the program (96%), its helpfulness to them personally (99%), and changes made in their personal lives (80%). The burnout response rate fell with increased visits and reallocation of activities within their practices increased (39%). A survey of mental health professionals corroborated positive results of their clients. The OWP can serve as a model for healthcare professional support programs. Collaboration among healthcare organizations, professional, and oversight bodies is essential. Increasing sustainable funding to pay for expanding services for dentists and nurses, assuring access for rural clinicians, and developing research tools to capture a more robust sample of responses remain priorities.
Becoming (In)tolerant: Vicissitudes of a Political Term in Russia, 2000-2020
Authors: Sarkisyan Nikolay 
Published: November 2022

Abstract
This article explores the role of the term “tolerance” in Russian presidential discourse, 2000-2020. The word became de-politicized (used equally in liberal and in conservative contexts), functioning as a buzzword and as a symbol. As a buzzword, it stood “for all good things” and denoted the positive dynamics in Russia’s nationalities and foreign policies; as a symbol, it served as a building block in constructing national identity. The use of “tolerance” also indicated the Kremlin’s firm belief in the normative power of words and ideas: that “tolerance” can change public attitudes and shape institutional design. However, the word’s conflicting semantics prompted the Kremlin to remove the term abruptly in 2013 against the background of the unfolding conservative turn. This study examines the zigzags of ideational governance in Putin’s Russia.
PENDERITAAN TOKOH UTAMA DALAM KUMPULAN CERPEN MALAM KELABU, ILYANA DAN AKU KARYA MARTIN ALEIDA SEBAGAI AKIBAT PENINDASAN REZIM ORDE BARU
Authors: Muhtarom Imam , Meliasanti Ferina 
Published: November 2022

Karya prosa Martin Aleida tidak bisa dilepaskan dengan kekuasaan. Sebagai penulis sastra yang berhaluan Kiri ia mendapat tekanan dari kekuasaan, khususnya Orde Baru. Orde Baru yang sebagai pengganti rezim Orde Lama merupakan wujud antitesis dari rezim Orde Lama. Dalam kaitan dengan pandangan Kiri berikut organisasinya, Orde Baru mengeluarkan pelarangan dan pembubaran hingga ke akar-akarnya. Dengan demikian, seluruh anggota dan simpatisan Kiri di masa Orde Baru mendapat perundungan dan stigma negatif. Karya kumpulan cerpen Malam Kelabu, Ilyana, dan Aku karya Martin Aleida yang ditulis semasa awal Orde Baru merupakan wujud dari pengalaman sekaligus ekspresi dari ketertindasan Martin Aleida juga orang-orang Kiri pada umumnya saaat itu.

Kata kunci: kiri, penindasan, cerpen, Orde Baru
Importancia de la adecuación de la muestra citológica en la pesquisa de cáncer de cuello uterino
Authors: Toro de Méndez Morelva , Azuaje de Inglessis Ana Beatriz 
Published: November 2022

Objetivo: revisión realizada para destacar la importancia de una muestra citológica óptima para la pesquisa de cáncer de cuello uterino y sus lesiones precursoras, con fines preventivos de diagnóstico y conocimiento de los lineamientos de manejo clínico vigentes, mediante una adecuada muestra. Material y metodología. se realizó una búsqueda electrónica en la base de datos PubMed utilizando los siguientes términos y combinaciones: cervical cytology, screening cervical cáncer, Bethesda system, adecuacy, false negatives, clinical follow-up. Las variables fueron la adecuación de la muestra citológica para pesquisa de cáncer de cuello uterino establecida por el sistema Bethesda y el seguimiento clínico vigente. Resultados: la evaluación de la calidad de la muestra citológica se considera como principal aporte de garantía de calidad del sistema Bethesda para el informe de los hallazgos. Existen lineamientos de manejo clínico relacionados con la adecuada muestra y el seguimiento clínico establecidos hace más de una década y que aún son vigentes. Conclusiones: una muestra citológica óptima permite detectar una mayor proporción de lesiones del cuello uterino significativas, contribuye a la efectividad clínica de la pesquisa de cáncer y establece el mejor cuidado para la paciente. Es necesario concientizar al personal involucrado sobre la importancia de obtener muestras adecuadas.
Indeks Risiko Sanitasi Desa Wanasari, Kecamatan Tabanan, Kabupaten Tabanan
Authors: Lestari Ni Ketut Sri , Astuti Ni Putu Widya , Purnawan I Nyoman 
Published: November 2022

Environmental Health Risk Assessment (EHRA) is a study to understand the condition of sanitation facilities and behaviors that pose a risk to public health. Wanasari Village is one of the tourist destinations that can have a very complex impact, especially on aspects of environmental health. The purpose of this study was to obtain representative data on the sanitation facilities condition and community behavior in Wanasari Village which are at risk for environmental health. This study uses a stratified random sampling technique with the sample in Wanasari Village as a target study area. The households visited in each Banjar were randomly selected and then interviewed according to the available questionnaires and continued to the next sample until 100 respondents were found for 5 Banjars which were then analyzed. The condition of the facilities and the behavior of the community based on the results of the questionnaire stated that the inadequate facilities were facilities for domestic wastewater and problems with stagnant water. Results of the sanitation analysis risk index with high risk are found in Banjar Wanasari Baleran and moderate risk in Banjar Periyukti with the main problems in domestic wastewater and stagnant water. Banjar Abianlalang, Banjar Wanasari Belodan, and Banjar Wanasari Tengah with the main problems in solid waste, domestic wastewater, and stagnant water are included in the category of less risky areas.
Characteristics and Applications of Sea Water Reverse Osmosis Reject Water of PT Cirebon Electric Power as Voltaic Cell Electrolyte and Salt Raw Material
Authors: Pramudikto Dimas Agung , Nugroho Satya , Putra Agik Dwika , Putra Ilham Satria Raditya , Setyawan Sigit , Ariyanto Teguh 
Published: November 2022

Sea Water Reverse Osmosis (SWRO) reject water produced by PT Cirebon Electric Power has not been optimally utilized. In this research, a study of the characteristics of SWRO reject water was carried out to determine important properties such as turbidity, conductivity, pH and salinity. This characteristic is important as a basis for consideration of SWRO reject water applications. In addition, data were taken from a fairly long period of 5 years of SWRO operation (2016-2021) so that the consistency of the data can be known. The results showed that SWRO reject water had low turbidity (0.18±0.08 NTU), high conductivity of ca. 76.000 µS/cm, neutral pH and high salinity (4.6±0.3%). The study of the utilization of SWRO reject water was then carried out, namely as an electrolyte for salt water lamps and as raw material for making salt. The results showed that SWRO reject water can be used as an electrolyte for salt water lamps which produces a voltage potential up to 1.4 Volts (20% higher than seawater electrolyte). As a raw material for salt, the salt produced has excellent characteristics (eg 99% NaCl) and complies with SNI 3556:2016, except for the KIO3 content.
Application of Parameter Selection Maps in Cold Spraying
Authors: Assadi H. , Richter H. , Gärtner F. , Schmidt T. , Kliemann J.-O. , Binder K. , Klassen T. , Kreye H. 
Published: November 2022

Abstract
What would be the most appropriate parameters, namely, gas temperature and gas pressure, for cold spraying of a given feedstock material? This question is the focus of the present contribution. Initially, it is shown that main coating characteristics can be described as a unique function of a dimensionless parameter, defined as the ratio of particle velocity to critical velocity. Subsequently, these velocities and the respective ratio are worked out and expressed explicitly in terms of key process and material parameters, such as gas temperature and particle size. In this way, final properties of cold-sprayed deposits are linked directly to primary cold-spray parameters. Moreover, it is shown that the window of deposition, as well as the relationship between final properties of the deposit and the spraying conditions, can be incorporated conveniently into simple 2-D diagrams, showing contours of the velocity ratio, or the desired coating property, on the plane of the primary process parameters. Based on these diagrams, the process parameters related to a given coating property can be identified and selected, without a need to refer to intermediate variables such as particle velocity. The paper includes examples of the application of these maps for cold spraying of copper.