Forms Of Use Research Articles

Cannabis Vaping Among US Adults With Disabilities: Findings From the 2022 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System

Objectives: Studies have demonstrated that people with disabilities are more likely to use cannabis than people without disabilities. However, less is known about novel forms of use, such as cannabis vaping, in this population. We examined the correlates of cannabis vaping among people with disabilities and the association between cannabis vaping and the frequency of cannabis use in any form. Methods: We used data from the 2022 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System to examine the association between disabilities and past-month cannabis vaping, as well as the number of days that cannabis was used in the past month, among US adults. We used weighted multivariable logistic and modified Poisson regression models with incidence rate ratios to examine the associations. Results: The prevalence of cannabis vaping was higher among adults with any disability (4.6%) than among adults without disabilities (2.8%); adults with only cognitive disabilities had the highest prevalence (8.2%). Daily nicotine vaping (adjusted odds ratio [AOR] = 6.04; 95% CI, 4.14-8.80), former cigarette smoking status (AOR = 1.67; 95% CI, 1.25-2.25), and being aged 18-24 years (vs ≥65 y) (AOR = 11.07; 95% CI, 7.05-17.38) were associated with higher odds of cannabis vaping among adults with any disability. Disability status modified the relationship between cigarette smoking and cannabis vaping ( P < .001). Additionally, among adults with disabilities, the rate of cannabis-use days was higher among adults who vaped cannabis (adjusted incidence rate ratio = 1.28; 95% CI, 1.19-1.36) than among adults who did not vape cannabis. Conclusions: Among adults with disabilities, nicotine consumption by vaping was associated with cannabis vaping. Our findings highlight the need for interventions that reduce the risk of polysubstance use (ie, nicotine and cannabis) in this population.

TRANSCRIPTIONAL ANALYSIS OF SOYBEAN (Glycine max) GENES RELATED TO WATER DEFICIT

ABSTRACT The soybean crop has been gaining worldwide prominence, being widely disseminated due to its various forms of use in different segments. Genetic and environmental factors are decisive in the quality of this culture. A feature related to the environmental factor that has gained prominence is the water deficit. Molecular events are initiated by the perception of water stress, involving a complex genetic network. Studies in recent decades have already identified some genes related to water stress in plants, it is known that the dehydration-responsive element binding protein (DREB) plays an important role in the response to water deficit. Therefore, this work aimed to analyze the expression of genes related to water deficit in soybean. For the analysis of gene expression, leaves of soybean (Glycine max (L.) Merrill), cultivar M9144 RR, submitted to the following treatments were used: 25V25R – plants subjected to water deficit throughout the cycle, being irrigated with 25% of ETpc and 100V100R – plants that did not experience water deficit, being irrigated with 100% of ETpc throughout the cycle. The quantification of the relative expression of the genes GmDREB1 and GmDREB5 showed that the water stress suffered by the cultivar was greater in the reproductive stage. Keywords: Transcription factors, development stages, gene expression.

Application of specialised knowledge in the investigation of collaborative activitу: practical aspects

The article substantiates the position that in the course of investigation of collaboration activities, it is important to involve competent persons in criminal proceedings. The author emphasizes that digital traces have a significant evidentiary potential, which, based on the results of expert research, i.e., on the basis of the implementation of procedural forms of using special knowledge, become the basis for obtaining procedural sources of evidence in criminal proceedings. It is determined that it is inadmissible during the investigation to neglect the prospects of these forms of use of special knowledge or to neglect the stage of preparation for the appointment of these examinations. It is noted that this may lead to the loss of evidentiary potential of certain material and digital objects. In this regard, an indispensable condition at the stage of preparation for the appointment of these expert examinations is to take measures to collect comparative samples for expert examination, to record them procedurally in the criminal proceedings and to send a qualified expert authorised to conduct this type of expert examination in a timely manner. Based on the study of law enforcement and expert practice and taking into account the provisions of theoretical research, the opportunities of modern expert research in proving the circumstances to be established in the course of investigation of collaboration activities are determined. Based on the results of the analysis of expert opinions, the study identifies typical mistakes that occur in the practical activities of pre-trial investigation bodies and provides recommendations for eliminating such shortcomings which affect the ability to solve expert tasks in particular and tactical tasks of investigation in general. Based on a generalisation of the expert examinations most often ordered in the course of investigation of collaboration activities, it is determined that comparative samples and objects sent for expert examination should be prepared, obtained and sometimes even manufactured in compliance with the following recommendations: 1) to ensure their receipt in the manner prescribed by the criminal procedural legislation; 2) to send for expert examination only those objects that meet the requirements of completeness and reliability, and in the case of portrait and handwriting examination – also comparison; 3) to seek advice from a forensic expert in the absence of the initiator of the expert examination of the necessary knowledge of the peculiarities of the preparation of comparative samples, as well as other information that should be communicated to the future expert.

Text and Data Mining Exceptions in Latin America

AbstractText and data mining (TDM) is a powerful tool in the knowledge discovery process and an essential step in the process of training Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems. Whether forms of use needed for TDM conflict with copyright rules is still a matter for debate within the specialized literature and when designing new legislation across the globe. Despite the borderless nature of research and the fact that the interplay between TDM and copyright is a matter of interest to all regions, most of the focus in the existing literature is on countries or examples from the Global North. This study contributes to filling this gap by providing additional information on recent developments across Latin America regarding the need for copyright legislation to adapt to data-intensive research practices and uses. It also provides a set of practical examples and issues specific to that region. It is hoped that these will, at least, partially, contribute to a more universal approach to the issue around the globe.

National cross-sectional survey of US adults to assess the reliability of current and lifetime cannabis smoking

ObjectiveThe objective is to examine the test–retest reliability and internal reliability of six self-report questions assessing both current (past 30 days) and lifetime cannabis smoking in an internet survey in...

Pemanfaatan Laman Let’s Read Kategori Cerita Rakyat sebagai Media Pembelajaran Inovatif BIPA Keterampilan Membaca

The era of digitalization has caused learning activities to be increasingly integrated with technology. This is based on the many learning pages that can support learning objectives, one of which is the Let's Read page. This page can be used as a BIPA learning medium because the characteristics of the reading in it are appropriate to the level of knowledge of BIPA students. This research aims to analyze three forms of use of the Let's Read page in the folklore category as an innovative BIPA learning medium for reading skills. The three forms referred to are as a means of mastering vocabulary, a source of innovative reading, a means of introducing Indonesian culture and literature. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative. This research data is in the form of sentences from interviews with BIPA students as well as the results of researchers' analysis of the Let's Read page. Data collection was carried out through interviews and observations. The research results show that the Let's Read page in the folklore category can be used as an innovative BIPA learning medium for reading skills.

IT’S THE PROPERTY, STUPID! BUT HOW CAN WE GET RID OF IT?

The purpose of our research is to identify paths that lead us beyond property. It is important to us to do more than criticize private property; it is also necessary to think beyond public property. We would like to reach something that goes beyond both. We are not referring either to the private property of capitalism or to the public property of socialism; we refer to the idea of the common in communism.The understanding of the common requires that we envision a society different from capitalist society. The common is not a third option to the private and the public (and is not equivalent to the latter), but a path antagonistic to capital and its means of production. It is necessary to keep in mind that the ‘realization’ of the common through state property constitutes the very destruction of the common by the state. The notion of property, in and of itself, excludes the common, not only in terms of the use of goods, but also in the realm of production, given that it ratifies a division between owners and non-owners.The defense of the common carries with it the denial of property, whether it is public or private. This perspective is of real importance, because the institution of private property is the basis for the support of capitalism. Unlike what it may appear as, public property is not a denial of private property, but a collective form of use of private property.

Evolution of interaction-free usage in the wake of AI

Abstract Interaction-free usage (IfU) will be one of the quantitatively dominant forms of computer use in the future. In qualitative terms, this form of use will cover a wide range of applications, also software that supports communication and cooperation. Digital twins for cooperation and communication will be employed by individual users to maintain a variety of social networking activities. Generative AI will play a decisive role in this development, autonomously identifying user needs, replacing the predominant form of use through prompting with question-and-answer dialogs. These dialogs will also be used to preconfigure systems for IfU phases. The counterpart to IfU, which will become ever less-frequent, is intervening interaction, when users intervene to explore and adjust the performance of AI-based systems in exceptional situations or to optimize them for future task handling.

Tinjauan Yuridis Perlindungan Hukum Terhadap Penggunaan Dompet Digital (E-Wallet) Dalam Sistem Pembayaran Di Indonesia

This research aims to determine the form of use of Digital Wallets in the payment system in Indonesia and to determine legal protection for the use of digital wallets in Indonesia. This research uses normative legal research methods. The use of normative research methods in research efforts and writing this article is based on the suitability of theory with the research methods required by the author. 1) Electronic Wallet Operators provide services in the form of online transaction payments so that the process becomes more practical, faster and cheaper. Electronic Wallets are equipped with various features to facilitate online transactions between consumers and business owners or between business actors (B2B). In the mechanism, the Electronic Wallet will be filled in by consumers (deposits) via their banking account with the desired nominal value. Then, if the consumer makes a transaction, the Electronic Wallet will be debited according to the nominal transaction. When making a deposit, this Electronic Wallet can be filled via several payment methods, namely via credit card, mobile banking, internet banking, ATM, debit card, corporate internet banking, branchless banking agent, online virtual account, and Electronic Invoice Presentment & Payment ( EIPP ). and 2) Dana e-wallet users who suffer losses due to non-compliance with the services they receive can take out loans for their losses legally through court or outside court in accordance with the provisions of the Consumer Protection Law.

De la obra construida al conocimiento proyectado. Estudio de los proyectos Amairis y Parque Educativo Saberes Ancestrales

Traditionally, architectural projects are analyzed based on an understanding of the triad site, activity, and technique. This research highlights how the analysis of architectural projects extends beyond previous studies. Instead, spaces are shaped through users and events that unfold over time. A performative cartography of users is employed for this purpose, revealing the unplanned actions and versions of the projected spaces. The investigation begins with built work as a generic support, anticipating certain forms of use and utilization of its elements, allowing for the observation, examination, and analysis of usage production. Projected knowledge is connected to the interpretation of the ordinary and every day, capturing and making visible (re-presenting) users' daily situations and scenarios. This representation consists of multiple spatial scenes where the time factor engages with units of spaces and users.

Pengaruh Penggunaan Gadget terhadap Bahasa yang Digunakan oleh Anak Usia 6-10 Tahun dalam Berkomunikasi

In the increasingly advanced digital era, children are increasingly exposed to gadgets such as smartphones, tablets and computers which provide easy access to various online content. Almost all levels of society have gadgets. Excessive use of gadgets or without adequate supervision can have a negative impact on children's language development and use of Indonesian that is not appropriate for their age. Parents give gadgets to their children for several reasons, such as calming the child when they are fussy, making it easier for the child to sleep or eat, and giving parents free time so they can do household work or relax. The aim of this research is to analyze the influence of technological developments on the use of Indonesian by children in elementary schools in communicating and to identify forms of use of Indonesian that are not appropriate for the age of children in elementary schools due to technological developments. The research method used is analytical descriptive, namely research that attempts to describe phenomena that occur realistically, real and contemporary, because this research consists of making systematic, factual and precise descriptions, drawings or paintings regarding the facts, characteristics and relationships between the phenomena being studied. . The research results show that uncontrolled use of gadgets and lack of supervision can contribute to children using inappropriate language in their communication. Children who spend too much time on gadgets tend to be exposed to content that is inappropriate or not appropriate for their age. The influence of a less controlled environment can also influence the use of inappropriate language. It is important for parents and the environment around them to supervise children's use of gadgets by providing appropriate restrictions and managing usage times and also providing a clear understanding of the appropriate and ethical use of language in communication. Parents and the surrounding environment can act as positive examples in the use of appropriate language and provide continuous guidance regarding the importance of using appropriate language in communication.

Efektivitas Penggunaan Dana Desa terhadap Pengembangan Infrastruktur Desa dan Pengembangan Potensi Ekonomi Lokal di Kecamatan Tambun Utara Kabupaten Bekasi: Studi Kasus Desa Karang Satria

To overcome problems in village development, the government provides village funds. The form of use can be in the form of village infrastructure development and development of local economic potential. The aim of this research is to obtain an overview and describe the effectiveness of the use of village funds for village infrastructure and the development of local economic potential in North Tambun District, Bekasi Regency. The research methodology uses qualitative research with an inductive approach. Researchers want to know clearly about the effectiveness of the use of village funds in developing village infrastructure and developing local economic potential in Tambun Utara District, Bekasi Regency, especially in Karang Satria Village. The researcher describes the state of the research object and then discusses it to obtain general conclusions and understanding of the object under study. The results of this research are that the use of village funds for village infrastructure and local economic development in North Tambun District, especially in Karang Satria Village, was implemented effectively. The community gave positive responses and felt the benefits of the various programs that had been held, such as paving roads, providing public facilities, creating a drainage system, as well as adding facilities and infrastructure or office furniture. Providing village funds through BUM Des Satria Istiqomah has also provided benefits to the people of Karang Satria Village and its surroundings. BUM Des Satria Istiqomah has a permanent building and various economic improvement programs as well as business units that provide the best service for residents. In addition, there is the role of Mikro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) and MSMEs at the sub-district level which oversees various micro, small and medium enterprises. Through MSMEs, mutually beneficial reciprocal relationships are created between entrepreneurs, village governments, and village residents.

FAZLUR RAHMAN’S TAFSIR THOUGHTS ABOUT SATAN AND EVIL

This article discusses the re-interpretation of the use of satan and evil in the Qur’an which needs to receive a response and be addressed or understood through a neo-modernist interpretation which is transcendental-metaphysical in nature. Satan is often associated with the cause of evil, especially when humans who commit crimes are thought to be influenced or inspired by Satan. The relationship between Satan and evil seems to be inherent and related. A re-interpretation of meaning is needed so that the meaning of Satan and evil can be aligned with other scientific terms empirically and strengthen intellectuals in positioning the Qur’an as a source of inspiration. Methodologically, Fazlur Rahman’s approach in analyzing the meaning of Satan and evil based on intellectual principles is to position the Qur’an as a holy book that is systematic, rational, experimental, and leads to scientific investigation. This pattern converges on the understanding of satan and evil in the Qur’an in two propositions. First, the use of satan and personal evil is influenced by the expressions of early Muslim society related to Makkiyah verses. Secondly, the meaning of satan is a fundamental principle in the life system of advanced civilized society which is related to the verses of nature and character. These two propositions provide the conclusion that satan and evil are one of the terms in the Qur’an which have various meanings that emphasize the aspects of function and guidance according to the context and form of use of the chosen words.

Effects of roasting conditions on the properties of Amaranth (Amaranthus cruentus L.) grain using response surface methodology

Industrial applications of amaranth seeds (Amaranthus species L.) have not been fully explored, which may be due to dearth of information on its various forms of use or applications. Roasting is one of such ways amaranth grain can be processed for immediate snacking or preparation prior to use for varying other purposes. The focus of this study was on the effect of roasting conditions on the properties of amaranth grain, using response surface methodology design to develop, improve, and optimize the process. Data was analyzed using regression and analysis of variance (ANOVA) at α 0.05. Five levels of roasting temperature and durations were employed. The roasted amaranth seeds were subjected to evaluation for proximate, colour, functional and sensory properties using standard methods. Effect of roasting conditions on properties were modeled and optimized. The roasting conditions had a significant effect on the proximate, colour, functional and sensory properties of roasted amaranth seeds. The optimal roasting conditions were a roasting temperature of 180 °C, roasting duration of 8 mins with desirability of 0.69. The optimum roasting conditions resulted in roasted amaranth seeds with protein of 16.26%, moisture of 18.30%, ash of 1.86%, fat of 2.22%, crude fibre of 8.92%, carbohydrates of 52.70%, bulk density of 1.29%, Oil Absorption capacity of 6.26 g/g, water absorption capacity of 9.20 g/g, solubility of 6.49%, swelling power of 14.16%, colour of 198.31°, and overall sensory acceptability score of 7.20. Roasted amaranth grains or its flour creates a value added product from amaranth grain which could be used as is for varying purposes, or in composite form for diverse uses.

(O-37) PORNOGRAPHY CONSUMPTION AND SEXUAL SATISFACTION IN BRAZILIAN ADULTS

Abstract Introduction/Objective It is estimated that, worldwide, 40 million adults watch pornography regularly. Understanding sexuality as a social construction and sexual satisfaction as a construct with emotional, relational, physical and cultural characteristics. The aim of this research is to understand the relationship between pornography consumption and the sexual behaviors of its consumers; and compare pornography consumption, considering the gender of consumers. Material and Methods Quantitative, correlational and cross-sectional study. The following instruments were used: sociodemographic questionnaire, questionnaire on pornography consumption (frequency, type, form of use, source of content, age of first access and motivation for use), questions on condom use and a rating scale. emotional sexual satisfaction. In total, 993 adults responded to the online survey. Results Pornography consumption patterns differed according to the gender of consumers, in relation to the age of first exposute to pornography, frequency and motivation for consumption. Men started consumption earlier and have a higher frequency of consumption compared to women. Men report use for excitement, avoidance of uncomfortable feelings, and boredom. Among women, use involves sexual activity with a partner, curiosity and learning different practices. In the network analysis, gender played a mediating role between pornography consumption and emotional sexual satisfaction. Condom use was not related to sexual satisfaction or pornography consumption. The violent pornography consumption score was a predictor of lower levels of emotional sexual satisfaction. Conclusions Pornography consumption, both violent and non-violent, and being male are associated with lower levels of emotional sexual satisfaction. Such results can support interventions to promote sexual health. Financing Bolsa PRO-Stricto Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul (PUCRS).

PENGGUNAAN GAYA BAHASA DALAM PUISI KARYA SISWA KELAS VIII SMP NEGERI 27 MALANG

Poetry is one of the standards for junior high school (SMP) students' literary abilities. In poetry, there is definitely a language style that functions to beautify the language in poetry. Likewise with poems written by class VIII A students at SMPN 27 Malang. Based on this, the aim of this research is to reveal the use of language styles in students' poetry, so that the types and forms of use of language styles are known and students' abilities in applying diction in poetry. The research used is qualitative. The data sources contained in this research are 34 poems written by students. From the results of the analysis, it was found that sixteen (16) types of language styles were obtained, with a total of 79. The language styles found include: the first is rhetorical reticence with the highest number of occurrences of around 22 data, then followed by the metaphor, hyperbole and personification language styles with 9 data, followed by the anaphora language style with 6 data. There are other language styles such as rhetorical questions and associations with 4 data each, followed by synecdoche pars pro toto and repetition with 3 data. Next there are the language styles of allegory, tautology, synecdoche totem pro parte which both amount to 2 data, then there are also the language styles of epic parable, simile, pleonasm, and alliteration which each have 1 data. The forms of language style units obtained from students' poetry are in the form of word units, sound units and sentence units. Finally, students' ability to apply denotative and connotative meaningful diction in poetry.

Knowledge and precautions of light-curing composite resin restorations by dental students

Composite resin is versatile material for performing several dental procedures in dentistry, and its use has already been consolidated in this field. The clinical success of adhesive restorations is directly related to the knowledge of restorative material properties and light-curing unit factors, among others. The aim of the study was to assess the knowledge about the technical characteristics of light-curing devices and the forms of use and maintenance employed by undergraduate dental students. A total of 230 students answered a questionnaire containing six questions on technical data, use, and maintenance of light-curing units. Of the total number of participants, the majority were students from private educational institutions attending the last two years. With 59.1% of them unaware of the ideal irradiance of a light-curing unit, 73.0% were careful to position the light-curing unit as close as possible to the restoration, and 42.6% followed the light-curing time recommended by textbooks and theoretical texts. As for use and maintenance, 50.4% used the protector attached to the light-curing unit, 57.4% used safety barriers, and 63.0% sanitized the light tip after use. The evaluation suggests that student’s knowledge of “light-curing resin materials” is incomplete. Therefore, it can be inferred that the students have a good understanding of biosafety precautions when using light-curing units, but more knowledge is needed about the technical and clinical aspects of the devices.

Battlefield informatization: some possibilities and possible problems

The subject of the study is informatization in military affairs, the object of the study is possible ways to control the enemy through intentional and targeted distortion of information about their troops, goals and conditions of action. The author examines in detail such aspects of modern warfare as multi-domain, with a significant shift in emphasis in the sphere of information warfare. As the experience of local wars and armed conflicts of the last decade shows, the forms of their conduct differ significantly from the "classic" wars waged until the end of the XX century. The informatization of the battlefield made it possible to switch to such form of use of troops (forces) as network-centric actions. But the expansion of capabilities, the improvement of technologies of warfare, in accordance with the laws of dialectics, generates certain vulnerabilities. These vulnerabilities manifest themselves in the same area where the strengths are located – in the field of informatization of military operations. Based on this, special attention is paid to assessing the impact of informatization on the adequacy of decisions, primarily in terms of possible vulnerabilities of the management process. Using general scientific research methods: analysis and synthesis, the author, based on the analysis of the main trends of modern armed confrontation, synthesized a description of possible vulnerabilities when using automated control systems, formulated the task of developing a mathematical apparatus for the formation and evaluation of the reliability of information about the opposing systems. This is not about physically changing information in the automated control systems of the enemy: this task is technically difficult, but relatively simple from the point of view of algorithmization. And not about the trivial misleading of a decision-maker, as it has been done many times before. The article deals with the situation of decision-making management through the management of the directed submission of information using vulnerabilities by its automated processing in the automated control system.

PENINGKATAN HASIL PERTANIAN KELOMPOK WANITA TANI DI DESA LUMBAN TOBING KAB. HUMBANG HASUNDUTAN

The current conditions are that partners still use conventional methods in processing land, namely using hoes and rakes, while the land that must be cultivated is 17,800 m2 – 22,600 m2 / person. If you use manual methods, what happens is that a lot of land cannot be cultivated optimally, so that the productivity of agricultural products is not optimal. The purpose of using a cultivator in tillage is to create a physical condition of the soil that is suitable for plant growth with equipment that works mechanically and on a large scale. Modern agricultural equipment plays a very important role in supporting agricultural operations. Currently, almost all farmers in Indonesia have switched to using machines rather than livestock, such as buffalo and cows, to plow their fields. The reason is, modern rice cultivators can be operated on various agricultural land, ranging from dry (fields) or wet (rice fields). so that the results obtained are increasing partners' skills in using agricultural technology, both in the form of use and maintenance of these tools.Cultivate agricultural land more optimally so that the productivity of agricultural products is maximized. Partners' problems regarding human resources are resolved through the provision of 1 cultivator unit

Semiotics and political discourse in the post-truth era

Abstract The concept of post-truth has been on the world’s agenda since 2016. Perhaps this concept, which is frequently encountered in political life, provides the speaker with a freer speaking platform. Politicians, instead of presenting the reality to their constituents as it is, want to reshape this reality according to their own ideology and present it to the recipient. Politicians have certain objectives in creating such a virtual reality. These aims can be listed as keeping the voters, increasing the voting potential, and attracting undecided voters to their favor. The common result of all these aims is to gain political power or to remain in the existing power. Post-truth reality is constructed relatively more easily in social media environments. The construction of reality can be through beliefs or emotions. In such ways, the recipient is tried to be persuaded, and thus behavioral change is achieved. One of the most necessary subjects for this artificial reality atmosphere is the anti-subject. The idea that the anti-subject does not know the truth that we (you and I) know and believe and is trying to destroy it is the main theme of post-truth discourse. Politicians try to persuade the voters to believe in their own truth by expressing this idea to them. There are many examples of this around the world. In this study, firstly, the concept of post-truth is examined and its various definitions are discussed. The distinctions between the concepts of real and truth are analyzed and then it is explained how and for what purposes the concept of post-truth is used in politics. Following the comparison of post-truth and fake news, the concept is discussed within the framework of sender-receiver interaction in terms of communication. The concept is tried to be elucidated with the modalities such as /convincing/, /believing/, /being/, /appearing/. Besides, using the semiotic square, the study also tries to reveal the different purposes and forms of use of the concept of post-truth. As a result, it has been observed that the concept of post-truth is effective in many areas of contemporary societies, and rather than real information, expected and desired information has become more important.