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Reimaging Wayang In The Digital Age; "The Sintren" Project And Cultural Commoning, Maya Purnama Sari, Nuning Yanti Damayanti, Irfansyah Irfansyah, Hafiz Aziz Ahmad Apr 2026

Reimaging Wayang In The Digital Age; "The Sintren" Project And Cultural Commoning, Maya Purnama Sari, Nuning Yanti Damayanti, Irfansyah Irfansyah, Hafiz Aziz Ahmad

Wacana, Journal of the Humanities of Indonesia

Wayang, as a traditional performing art in Indonesia, continues to develop through various forms of experimentation. One example is the Wayang Lostang YouTube channel, developed by Samuel Indratma through the animation project Sintren, save the planet in collaboration with students from SMK Komputama Majenang. Distribution through YouTube indicates that the transformation of wayang is not merely visual but is also a collective cultural practice grounded in social relations, reflecting cultural commoning in the Indonesian context. This study aims to understand how these practices operate through production, social relations, and the formation of cultural meaning in digital circulation. The research employs …

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Introduction; Media And Cultural Commoning, Shuri Mariasih Gietty Tambunan, Annisa R. Beta Apr 2026

Introduction; Media And Cultural Commoning, Shuri Mariasih Gietty Tambunan, Annisa R. Beta

Wacana, Journal of the Humanities of Indonesia

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Sacred Commoning In Indonesia; Faith, Media, And Affective Praxis For Environmental Justice, Najwa A. Nadia Apr 2026

Sacred Commoning In Indonesia; Faith, Media, And Affective Praxis For Environmental Justice, Najwa A. Nadia

Wacana, Journal of the Humanities of Indonesia

This article analyses how commoning practices are mobilized to address ecological problems in Indonesia and highlights the contributions of youth and faith-based initiatives in the process, focusing on their inventive use of media, cultural, and religious forms. Based on two case studies of a community-run festival in Yogyakarta and a waqf forest project in Bogor, it traces how environmental activism becomes a vigorous arena for intersectoral collaboration, new communal imaginaries, and affective and spiritual reorientations. Situating them in the broader literatures on commoning, affect, media, and religion, the article proposes the idea of sacred commoning to describe the affective processes …

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Ai-Based Environmental Economic - Modeling: A Case Of Germany (1994–2024), Zahraa Taha Naqee Apr 2026

Ai-Based Environmental Economic - Modeling: A Case Of Germany (1994–2024), Zahraa Taha Naqee

Journal of Economics and Administrative Sciences

This research aims to analyse the impact of economic and energy variables on carbon emissions in Germany during the period (1994–2024), within the framework of environmental economic modelling based on artificial intelligence techniques. The study is based on the hypothesis that the nature of the energy structure and the level of economic activity contribute to explaining changes in carbon dioxide emissions to varying degrees. To verify this hypothesis, an artificial neural network model was adopted to analyse the relationship between a set of independent variables represented by total energy consumption, total energy production, the proportion of renewable energy in total …

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The Influence Of Relationship Marketing On Customer Satisfaction In The Jordanian Banking Sector, Balqees Almestareehi, Seyfettin Ünal Apr 2026

The Influence Of Relationship Marketing On Customer Satisfaction In The Jordanian Banking Sector, Balqees Almestareehi, Seyfettin Ünal

Journal of Economics and Administrative Sciences

This Paper aims to analyze the impact of relationship marketing dimensions on customer satisfaction in the Jordanian banking sector. It uses a comprehensive measurement model based on confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) and structural equation modeling (SEM). The study's problem stems from the need to understand how relationship-marketing practices affect customer satisfaction in rapidly changing and highly competitive banking environment. The research relied on a field survey of 677 Jordanian bank customers. A standardized questionnaire measured the seven dimensions of relationship marketing and customer satisfaction. The results showed statistically significant positive effects for all dimensions on customer satisfaction. Customer bonding strengthening …

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A Comparative Study Of Traditional Training And Xr-Based Simulation In Healthcare Professional Education, Fazal Qudus Khan, Gohar Khan, Ibrar Ahmad, Owais Khan, Suleman Shah Apr 2026

A Comparative Study Of Traditional Training And Xr-Based Simulation In Healthcare Professional Education, Fazal Qudus Khan, Gohar Khan, Ibrar Ahmad, Owais Khan, Suleman Shah

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Immersive Virtual Reality or VR/VX stands poised to revolutionize healthcare education through interactive learning modules, overcoming current deficiencies in existing methodologies for instruction. This research compared the effectiveness of VR/VX-based training to traditional CT scanner operator training using a within-subjects design, involving 30 subjects, and concluded the effectiveness of using VR/VX in enhancing knowledge retention, task accomplishment, and engagement, and proved it by showing significant enhancement in immediate knowledge acquisition scores (Δ = 8.87, t(29) = 6.71, p < .0001), relative to delayed knowledge retention scores (Δ = 11.03, t(29) = 6.85, p < .0001), procedural achievement scores (Δ = 5.40, t(29) = 4.45, p = .0001), reduced overall task completion time using VR/VX for increased speed of execution (t(29) = 10.74, p < .0001), as well as reduced task errors for lower error rates using VR/VX in comparison to existing methodologies, as testified by the results, t(29) = 8.14, p < .0001, respectively, while showing no significant difference in usability, although assessed superior in terms of engagement and relative usefulness by the involved subjects.

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Creating A Unique Hemoglobin-Based Oxygen Carrier, Clayton Fuller Apr 2026

Creating A Unique Hemoglobin-Based Oxygen Carrier, Clayton Fuller

Celebrating Scholarship and Creativity Day (2018-)

The purpose of this thesis is to explain the current state of alternative oxygen carriers and propose a new hemoglobin-based oxygen carrier (HBOC) as a blood substitute/ blood therapeutic. Blood donation has drawbacks: risk of spread of infection, short storage time, and blood typing, and the current shortage. There are several possible modifications for hemoglobin to create a carrier (HBOC) which address specific issues related to allowing free hemoglobin to exist extra cellularly. One issue to address is vasoconstriction caused by nitric oxide scavenging, which has been solved by increasing the molecular weight of the HBOC via (co)polymerization, or by …

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Combined Hybrid Ardl-Garch-Bigru Model In Analyzing And Forecasting Currency In Circulation Issued By The Central Bank Of Iraq, Abdulrazzaq Tallal Akram, Omar Abdulmohsin Ali Apr 2026

Combined Hybrid Ardl-Garch-Bigru Model In Analyzing And Forecasting Currency In Circulation Issued By The Central Bank Of Iraq, Abdulrazzaq Tallal Akram, Omar Abdulmohsin Ali

Journal of Economics and Administrative Sciences

This research examines the dynamics and forecasting performance of currency in circulation (CIC) in Iraq. It uses a theoretical framework that recognizes long-run equilibrium relationships, short-run adjustment, volatility clustering, and nonlinear patterns. These complexities limit the adequacy of traditional linear models and motivate hybrid approaches. Accordingly, a triple hybrid model is employed. This combines autoregressive distributed lag (ARDL), Generalized Autoregressive Conditional Heteroskedasticity (GARCH) with Generalized Error Distribution (GED) to capture heavy-tailed behavior, and Bidirectional Gated Recurrent Unit (BIGRU). Stationarity is assessed using ADF tests. Residual diagnostic tests confirm heteroskedasticity, thereby justifying the inclusion of a GARCH component. The proposed model …

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The Impact Of Forensic Accounting On The Effectiveness Of Fraud Detection In Private-Sector Banking And Merchandising Companies: Evidence From Sulaymaniyah City, Kurdistan Region, Iraq, Barham Khalid Hassan Apr 2026

The Impact Of Forensic Accounting On The Effectiveness Of Fraud Detection In Private-Sector Banking And Merchandising Companies: Evidence From Sulaymaniyah City, Kurdistan Region, Iraq, Barham Khalid Hassan

Journal of Economics and Administrative Sciences

This study examines the impact of forensic accounting techniques, challenges, and accountants' skills on fraud detection effectiveness in the private sector of Sulaymaniyah City, Kurdistan Region of Iraq. The study employed a quantitative research design, with preliminary semi-structured interviews conducted to inform questionnaire development. In the qualitative phase, purposive sampling was used to interview eight forensic accountants with experience handling multiple fraud cases in Sulaymaniyah. Insights from these interviews guided the creation of a structured questionnaire, which was subsequently distributed to Seventy-four accounting professionals from private banks and merchandising firms for the main data collection. Data were analysed using SPSS …

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Feast And Faith: An Ethnographic Study Of Communication And Culture In Noemuti's Fole Mako, Inosensius Enryco Mokos Apr 2026

Feast And Faith: An Ethnographic Study Of Communication And Culture In Noemuti's Fole Mako, Inosensius Enryco Mokos

Paradigma: Jurnal Kajian Budaya

This article investigates Fole Mako, a significant traditional communal feast in Noemuti, North Central Timor, Indonesia. The event is analyzed in the context of its deliberate timing to coincide with the 100th anniversary of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish and the consecration of a new church. Using the Ethnography of Communication framework, a detailed analysis is provided of the intricate communication practices, profound cultural meanings, and vital social functions embedded within this elaborate feast. Data for the study were meticulously collected through direct observation and engaged participation. The findings reveal that Fole Mako is much more than a mere …

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Peran Strategis Kesenian Nusantara Dalam Peta Jalan Indonesia Emas 2045, Muhammad Nur Salim, Harun Isma'il Apr 2026

Peran Strategis Kesenian Nusantara Dalam Peta Jalan Indonesia Emas 2045, Muhammad Nur Salim, Harun Isma'il

Paradigma: Jurnal Kajian Budaya

The Indonesia Emas (Golden Indonesia) 2045 vision, which targets Indonesia's transformation into a developed nation, tends in practice to prioritize material development (economy, technology) at the risk of neglecting the nation's character-building. This article argues that the arts of the archipelago must be positioned as a strategic driver to address this gap. Using a literature study method and the conceptual frameworks of Soft Power and Creative Economy, this paper proposes a Cultural Roadmap based on three fundamental pillars. The first pillar is the Revitalization of Arts-Based Education to shape superior human resources with strong character and creativity. The second is …

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Makna ‘Indah’ Lukisan ‘Kebakaran Hutan’ Raden Saleh Sebagai Perlawanan Konsep Pemikiran ‘Mooie Indiëm', Dionisius Krisnambudi, Sri Kusumo Habsari, Eva Farhah Apr 2026

Makna ‘Indah’ Lukisan ‘Kebakaran Hutan’ Raden Saleh Sebagai Perlawanan Konsep Pemikiran ‘Mooie Indiëm', Dionisius Krisnambudi, Sri Kusumo Habsari, Eva Farhah

Paradigma: Jurnal Kajian Budaya

The concept of "beautiful Indies" (mooie Indië) is understood as a project of visual discourse transformation in the Dutch East Indies. This study highlights Raden Saleh's painting "Forest Fire", which represents a romantic manifestation while simultaneously challenging colonial narratives about nature and society in the Indies. The aim of the research is to reveal the trans-cultural visual strategies employed by Raden Saleh in constructing a counter-discourse to colonial representation. The study adopts a qualitative-interpretative approach using heuristic methods, source criticism, and montage analysis, contextualized within Pierre Bourdieu's theoretical framework. Montage analysis is applied by juxtaposing and reassembling visual, …

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Kenyon Collegian - April 30, 2026 Apr 2026

Kenyon Collegian - April 30, 2026

The Kenyon Collegian

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A Note On A Class Of Estimates For The Regression Function, Mounir Arfi Apr 2026

A Note On A Class Of Estimates For The Regression Function, Mounir Arfi

Sultan Qaboos University Journal For Science

In this paper we study the rate of convergence for a kernel general estimate of the regression function when the observed process is ρ ̃-mixing. The uniform almost sure convergence is obtained over a sequence of compact sets which increases to Rd as n →∞.

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Isolation Of Stigmasterol, Α –Amyrin And Lupeol Acetate From The Hexane Extract Of Calatropis Procera Leaves, Saleh N. Al-Busafi, Al-Hawraa Al-Harthi, Azhaar Al-Mufargi, Wid Al-Saadi, Sharif Al-Hashmi Apr 2026

Isolation Of Stigmasterol, Α –Amyrin And Lupeol Acetate From The Hexane Extract Of Calatropis Procera Leaves, Saleh N. Al-Busafi, Al-Hawraa Al-Harthi, Azhaar Al-Mufargi, Wid Al-Saadi, Sharif Al-Hashmi

Sultan Qaboos University Journal For Science

In this paper we report the isolation, purification and characterization of three triterpenes, stigmasterol (1), α -amyrin (2), and lupeol acetate (3) from the hexane extract of Calatropis procera leaves. These three natural compounds have been identified before from C. procera and from other plants. The compounds 1, 2 and 3 were isolated from C. procera in the Sultanate of Oman for first time. The structures of the isolated triterpenes were identified by different spectroscopic methods.

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Determination Of Antioxidants, Fatty Acids And Mineral Content Of Cherry Tomatoes (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) Grown In The Kingdom Of Bahrain, Neda Almubarak, Hawra Abdulhussain, Mona Aljar, Simone Perna, Afnan Freije Apr 2026

Determination Of Antioxidants, Fatty Acids And Mineral Content Of Cherry Tomatoes (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) Grown In The Kingdom Of Bahrain, Neda Almubarak, Hawra Abdulhussain, Mona Aljar, Simone Perna, Afnan Freije

Sultan Qaboos University Journal For Science

Cherry tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum var. cerasiforme) are small, nutrient-rich fruits, with vibrant colors, sweet flavor and health-promoting components. This study aims to investigate the fatty acids, mineral content and antioxidant properties of red, orange, yellow, and purple varieties grown in Bahrain, providing the first biochemical assessment of locally cultivated cherry tomatoes under arid conditions. Fatty acids were extracted, methylated, and analyzed using gas chromatography. The mineral content was assessed through sample digestion followed by inductively coupled plasma-optical emission spectroscopy (ICP-OES) analysis. Antioxidant properties, including total antioxidant capacity (TAC), reducing power (RP), ferric-reducing antioxidant power (FRAP), and 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH), were evaluated …

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Pharmacoinformatics And Drug Repurposing For Identifying Novel Potential Compounds Targeting Cyp2s1, Rana Adnan Tahir Apr 2026

Pharmacoinformatics And Drug Repurposing For Identifying Novel Potential Compounds Targeting Cyp2s1, Rana Adnan Tahir

Sultan Qaboos University Journal For Science

Cytochrome P450 (CYP) monooxygenases are versatile drug-metabolizing enzymes that primarily catalyze the metabolism of drugs, steroids, and carcinogens. CYP comprises a vast subfamily of heme-thiolate proteins engaged in the oxidative metabolism of exogenous and endogenous compounds. CYP2S1 is a dioxin-inducible member of CYP, and its expression has been found in tumors of epithelial origins, including colorectal cancer. The absence of structural information regarding targets has hampered drug design. The present study focuses on generating the 3D structure of the target protein using computational tools and exploring its structural features to identify binding sites, mutational changes, and hydrogen-bonding patterns, thereby facilitating …

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Utilization Of Visual Metaphors For Improving Health Literacy, Kadir Alp Özler, Morgan Dressel, Madeline Weiner, Robert D Lucito, Alice Fornari Apr 2026

Utilization Of Visual Metaphors For Improving Health Literacy, Kadir Alp Özler, Morgan Dressel, Madeline Weiner, Robert D Lucito, Alice Fornari

Patient Experience Journal

Health education is practiced in patient encounters via verbal communication and educational pamphlets. However, these techniques are faulty and do not provide true patient comprehension of their conditions and treatments reform is necessary to prevent the mortality and hospitalization rates that are linked to poor health literacy. Visual aids and metaphors are individually known to be powerful educational tools. A student organization at Stony Brook University, Artists in Medicine, has sought to synergize these tools to create visual metaphors artwork that links everyday concepts to patient illnesses to facilitate comprehension of this information. For example, one project “Aortic Dissections” depicts …

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Cartoon-Printed Uniforms: A Strategy To Ease Pediatric Hospital Anxiety, Karnellya R. Ohol, Janaki P. Shinde Apr 2026

Cartoon-Printed Uniforms: A Strategy To Ease Pediatric Hospital Anxiety, Karnellya R. Ohol, Janaki P. Shinde

Patient Experience Journal

This quasi-experimental study evaluated the effectiveness of cartoon-printed nurse uniforms in reducing anxiety among hospitalized children aged 3–12 years. Conducted at a tertiary care hospital in Maharashtra, India, the study included 100 participants (50 intervention, 50 control) who received care from nurses wearing either cartoon-printed uniforms or traditional clinical attire. Anxiety was assessed at baseline and on hospital days 2, 3, and 4 using validated age-appropriate scales: the modified Faces Anxiety Scale (ages 3–6) and the STAI-C short form (ages 7–12). Mixed-effects repeated-measures ANOVA demonstrated a significant group × time interaction (F(3,294) = 42.67, p < .001, partial η² = .304). Children cared for by nurses in cartoon uniforms showed a 48.8% reduction in anxiety compared to 14.7% in controls. Between-group effect sizes increased progressively across days (d = 0.87 to 2.13), indicating cumulative benefit rather than transient novelty. Clinically meaningful improvement (≥30% reduction) was achieved by 76% of intervention participants versus 24% of controls (NNT = 1.92). Staff acceptability was high (95%). Findings indicate that cartoon-printed uniforms are a simple, low-cost, high-impact environmental intervention that significantly enhances pediatric patient experience. Their strong clinical utility, ease of implementation, and alignment with child-centered care principles support adoption across pediatric healthcare settings.

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No One-Size-Fits-All: Patient Perspectives Of Key Factors Influencing Their Inpatient Rehabilitation Experience, Mirline Milien, Megan Bewernitz, Katherine Stallings, Mary Ellen Young Apr 2026

No One-Size-Fits-All: Patient Perspectives Of Key Factors Influencing Their Inpatient Rehabilitation Experience, Mirline Milien, Megan Bewernitz, Katherine Stallings, Mary Ellen Young

Patient Experience Journal

Although patient experience in healthcare settings has historically been an ambiguous concept, it has received increasing recognition as a measure of healthcare quality. Despite this growing recognition and efforts to define patient experience, few studies have explored patient perspectives on the key factors driving this quality indicator. This study aimed to explore the core elements patients view as influencing their experiences in the inpatient rehabilitation setting. This was a single-visit, cross-sectional qualitative interview study. Thirteen patients with diverse diagnoses who received at least one week of rehabilitation services were recruited from a single inpatient rehabilitation facility. Purposive sampling was employed …

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Capturing Patient-Centered Quality Of Life: Usability And Initial Validation Of The Pediatric Patient-Generated Index Following Esophageal Atresia Repair, Zanib Nafees, Julia Ferreira, Elena Guadagno, Nikki Ow, Nancy Mayo, Jean-Martin Laberge, Dan Poenaru Apr 2026

Capturing Patient-Centered Quality Of Life: Usability And Initial Validation Of The Pediatric Patient-Generated Index Following Esophageal Atresia Repair, Zanib Nafees, Julia Ferreira, Elena Guadagno, Nikki Ow, Nancy Mayo, Jean-Martin Laberge, Dan Poenaru

Patient Experience Journal

The Patient-Generated Index (PGI) is an individualized measure that allows patients to define the domains most important to their quality of life (QoL). This study evaluates the usability and preliminary validity of the pediatric Patient-Generated Index (pPGI) in children who previously underwent esophageal atresia (EA) repair. We conducted a mixed-methods study including the pPGI, EuroQol-5D-Youth (EQ-5D-Y), and PROMIS Life Satisfaction Short Form-8a. Children aged 7–17 years completed self-reports, while parents served as proxies for younger children. Cognitive interviews explored how children understood and completed the pPGI, and clinician interviews assessed clinical usability. Among 25 participants, the pPGI generated 104 text …

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The Make And Model Of A Hero: Training And Transformation In Sundiata:An Epic Of Old Mali, Anna Stowe Apr 2026

The Make And Model Of A Hero: Training And Transformation In Sundiata:An Epic Of Old Mali, Anna Stowe

Butler Journal of Undergraduate Research

This paper examines Sundiata: An Epic of Old Mali through the lens of the hero’s journey, tracing the boyhood, exile, and transformation of Sundiata as he prepares to restore Mali to peace and prosperity. Leadership is both an individual calling and a communal responsibility; true rulers depend not only on personal strength but also on the support and guidance of others. While in exile, Sundiata receives military, political, and supernatural training, all of which shape his identity as the epic’s hero and equip him to achieve his destiny. These trials mirror the stages of growth and preparation found in scripture. …

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Where Are They Now?: Chinese Tomboys In The Us, (Fe)Male Masculinity, And Recentering Home Via Queer Migration, Xinyan Mia Tong Apr 2026

Where Are They Now?: Chinese Tomboys In The Us, (Fe)Male Masculinity, And Recentering Home Via Queer Migration, Xinyan Mia Tong

Butler Journal of Undergraduate Research

T/TB (tomboy), as a sociolinguistic category that denotes masculine lesbians in the Chinese-speaking world, has long been criticized by community members and Western academics alike for being too heteronormative and reductive in comparison to the post-identity queer figure in Western gender/sexual discourses. Through the detailed life histories of three T/TBs who moved to the United States for college, I problematize this East/West binary within queer geography and present a more nuanced framework to understanding queer migration and queer globalization. I argue that my interlocutors, while highly diverse in their subjectivities, all strategically evoke the United States, as both a physical …

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Curing Mermaidism: Exploring Disability, Gender And Performativity In The Little Mermaid And Its Adaptation, Sophia M. Shelley Apr 2026

Curing Mermaidism: Exploring Disability, Gender And Performativity In The Little Mermaid And Its Adaptation, Sophia M. Shelley

Butler Journal of Undergraduate Research

Fairy tales are a contested space in popular culture, often reinforcing hegemonic gender norms while offering sites of resistance. This paper examines Hans Christian Andersen’s The Little Mermaid (1837) and Disney’s The Little Mermaid (1989) through feminist disability theory to explore how these stories depict the compulsion to perform able-bodiedness and heteronormativity to achieve social belonging. This paper argues that although both versions offer moments of queer and disabled subversion, they ultimately reinforce a cultural fantasy of normative embodiment by positioning mermaids as inherently Other and subhuman. Grounded in the work of scholars such as Rosemarie Garland-Thomson, Judith Butler, and …

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Reclaiming The Past: Contextualizing The Role Of Women And Gender In Celtic Paganism, Angus Mccolloch Apr 2026

Reclaiming The Past: Contextualizing The Role Of Women And Gender In Celtic Paganism, Angus Mccolloch

Butler Journal of Undergraduate Research

This article evaluates the role of women and gender in pre-Christian Celtic paganism and how these concepts can be applied to the modern era, building on the prior understanding that Celtic women had more freedoms than other women during their time. I utilize archaeological findings, primary sources, and scholarly sources to develop an understanding and interpretation of how women and gender were perceived by the communities who observed and practiced these ancient belief systems. I argue, through the study of Celtic women ranging from figures in their mythologies to physical artifacts and accounts, that these women had a more significant …

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Minecraft: A Retrospective, Kylie Salinger Apr 2026

Minecraft: A Retrospective, Kylie Salinger

Pepperdine Journal of Communication Research

This speech explores Minecraft as more than a popular sandbox video game, framing it as a creative, narrative-rich, and culturally influential platform that has shaped how players interact with virtual worlds. Beginning with the game’s simple mechanics and origins, the work examines Minecraft’s deeper lore, including its progression through multiple dimensions and the philosophical implications of the End Poem. It also highlights fan-driven theories suggesting a complex, hidden history within the game’s world-building. Finally, the piece analyzes the reasons behind Minecraft’s enduring success, emphasizing its multiplayer connectivity, resurgence during the COVID-19 pandemic, and immersive musical design. Ultimately, the essay argues …

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A Comparative Study Examining The Effects Of Nifedipine And Minoxidil On Stimulating Hair Growth Using A Mouse Model, Nihad Hussein Ahmed, Rabei Abdullah Salih, Shereen M. Mekkey Apr 2026

A Comparative Study Examining The Effects Of Nifedipine And Minoxidil On Stimulating Hair Growth Using A Mouse Model, Nihad Hussein Ahmed, Rabei Abdullah Salih, Shereen M. Mekkey

Al-Mustaqbal Journal of Pharmaceutical and Medical Sciences

Hair loss is a common human scalp condition caused by chemotherapy, chronic diseases, and aging. Currently, it is estimated that approximately 50% of males and 15–30% of females experience hair loss issues. Minoxidil is considered a preferred treatment for hair loss in men and women. Nifedipine is effective in improving blood circulation and blood supply via its vasodilator action. To compare nifedipine and minoxidil in terms of their effect on stimulating hair growth using a mouse model. Fifteen female albino mice, aged 8 to 10 weeks, were randomly assigned to three groups of five mice each, all with shaved dorsal …

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Ethnopharmacology, Phytochemistry, And Pharmacological Potential Of Philenoptera Laxiflora: An Emerging African Medicinal Plant For Drug Discovery, Albashir Tahir Apr 2026

Ethnopharmacology, Phytochemistry, And Pharmacological Potential Of Philenoptera Laxiflora: An Emerging African Medicinal Plant For Drug Discovery, Albashir Tahir

Al-Mustaqbal Journal of Pharmaceutical and Medical Sciences

Medicinal plants remain an important source of therapeutic agents and play a significant role in modern drug discovery. Philenoptera laxiflora (Fabaceae) is a tropical African plant widely used in traditional medicine, but the scientific evidence supporting its therapeutic potential remains fragmented. This review aims to comprehensively summarize the current knowledge on the ethnomedicinal uses, phytochemical composition, pharmacological activities, and toxicological profile of P. laxiflora, while highlighting research gaps and future directions for drug discovery. A comprehensive literature search was conducted using electronic scientific databases, including PubMed, Google Scholar, Scopus, Web of Science, and ScienceDirect. Relevant publications on the ethnobotany, …

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Preparation And In-Vitro Evaluation Of Tizanidine Flash Oral Dispersible Tablet, Ahmed Yousif Fadhel, Yousif K. Younis Apr 2026

Preparation And In-Vitro Evaluation Of Tizanidine Flash Oral Dispersible Tablet, Ahmed Yousif Fadhel, Yousif K. Younis

Al-Mustaqbal Journal of Pharmaceutical and Medical Sciences

Background: Oral administration is the most common and preferred route for drug delivery. Oral dispersible tablets (ODTs) are solid dosage forms that disintegrate into saliva without the need for water. Tizanidine is a centrally acting muscle relaxant used to manage spasticity from spinal or brain injuries. Preparing it as a flash (ODT) tablet may enhance patient compliance and potentially improve bioavailability by bypassing part of the first-pass metabolism. Methods: Six formulations of tizanidine flash tablets were developed using varying concentrations of mannitol (bulk-forming agent), glycine (to aid tablet collapse), and gelatin (matrix-forming agent). The formulations were evaluated for weight variation, …

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Bioactive Constituents And Pharmacological Activities Of Curcuma Zedoaria: A Mini-Review, Abdulmutalib Allaq, Muneer M. Saleh Mohammed Saleh Alsayadi, Mustapha Salihu, Hasan M. Agha, Amena Hassan Hassan Gheeth, Fatimah Salim, Norrizah Jaafar Jaafar Sidik Apr 2026

Bioactive Constituents And Pharmacological Activities Of Curcuma Zedoaria: A Mini-Review, Abdulmutalib Allaq, Muneer M. Saleh Mohammed Saleh Alsayadi, Mustapha Salihu, Hasan M. Agha, Amena Hassan Hassan Gheeth, Fatimah Salim, Norrizah Jaafar Jaafar Sidik

AUIQ Complementary Biological System

Curcuma zedoaria Rosc. (white turmeric) is a rhizomatous medicinal plant in the Zingiberaceae family, widely used in traditional Asian medicine. In recent years, increasing scientific attention has focused on its diverse pharmacological properties and bioactive constituents. This mini review summarises current knowledge of the phytochemical composition and biological activities of C. zedoaria, with particular emphasis on its antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer effects. Phytochemical investigations using analytical techniques such as GC–MS and HPLC have revealed the presence of numerous bioactive compounds, including sesquiterpenes (example, germacrone, curzerenone, and curdione) and curcuminoids, which contribute to its therapeutic potential. Experimental studies demonstrate …

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