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Incorporating AI in foreign language education: An investigation into ChatGPT's effect on foreign language learners
No full textChatGPT, an artificial intelligence application, has emerged as a promising educational tool with a wide range of applications, attracting the attention of researchers and educators. This qualitative case study, chosen for its ability to provide an in-depth exploration of the nuanced effects of AI on the foreign language learning process within its real-world educational context, aimed to utilize ChatGPT in foreign language education, addressing a gap in existing research by offering insights into the potential, benefits, and drawbacks of this innovative approach. The study involved 13 preparatory class students studying at the School of Foreign Languages at a university in Turkey. The students were introduced to ChatGPT through learning experiences over a span of four weeks by the researcher as a language teacher. The qualitative data collected from the interviews were analysed using thematic analysis. The findings suggest that ChatGPT positively affects students' learning experiences, especially in writing, grammar, and vocabulary acquisition, and enhances motivation and engagement through its versatile and accessible nature in various learning activities. These insights contribute to understanding the utility and constraints of employing ChatGPT technology in foreign language instruction and can inform educators and researchers in developing effective teaching strategies and in designing curricula.Nevsehir Haci Bektas Veli UniversityNo Statement Availabl
Clinical and histopathological characteristics of primary focal segmental glomerulosclerosis in Turkish adults
No full textThe data regarding primary FSGS (pFSGS) from different parts of the world differ. While the prevalence of pFSGS has been increasing in Western countries like the USA, it follows an inconsistent trend in Europe and Asia and a decreasing trend in Far Eastern countries such as China in the last two decades. There are undetermined factors to explain those national and geographic discrepancies. Herein, we aimed to reveal the current prevalence with clinical and histopathological characteristics of pFSGS in Turkish adults. This study includes the biopsy-proven pFSGS patients data recorded between 2009 and 2019, obtained from the national multicenter primary glomerulonephritis registry system of the Turkish Society of Nephrology Glomerular Diseases (TSN-GOLD) database. 850 of the 3875 primer glomerulonephritis patients(21.9%) have pFSGS. The mean age is 40.5 ± 14.2 and 435 (51.2%) of patients are male. Nephrotic syndrome is the most common biopsy indication (59.2%). 32.6% of patients have hematuria, 15.2% have leukocyturia and 7.8% have both. Serum creatinine, albumin, and proteinuria are 1.0 mg/dL (IQR = 0.7–1.4) mg/dl, 3.4 ± 0.9 g/dl, 3400 mg/day(IQR, 1774–5740), respectively. Females have lower mean arterial pressure (? 2.2 mmHg), higher eGFR (+ 10.0 mL/min/1.73 m2), and BMI (+ 1.6 kg/m2) than males. Thickened basal membrane(76.6%) and mesangial proliferation (53.5%) on light microscopy are the major findings after segmental sclerosis. IgM (32.7%) and C3 (32.9%) depositions are the most common findings on immunofluorescence microscopy. IgM positivity is related to lower eGFR, serum albumin, and higher proteinuria. The prevalence of pFSGS is stable although slightly increasing in Turkish adults. The characteristics of the patients are similar to those seen in Western countries. © The Author(s) 2024
Classification of Diffusion Constants of Transmitter and Receiver and Distance Between Them Using Mobile Molecular Communication via Diffusion Model
No full textMolecular communication (MC) holds promise for enabling communication in scenarios where traditional wireless methods may be impractical or ineffective, offering unique capabilities for a range of applications in both natural and engineered systems. In this research, a novel approach to MC is explored, diverging from the standard use of stationary transmitter and receiver models typically found in the field. The study introduces a dynamic MC model, where both the transmitter and receiver are mobile within a diffusion environment. This model operates using a 5-bit system. The key finding is that the mobility of these nanodevices alters their distance, which in turn impacts the likelihood of molecule reception at the receiver. The study employs deep learning techniques, specifically a combination of Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN) and Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) networks, to categorize the mobility patterns of the receiver (Rx) and transmitter (Tx). By analyzing various mobility rates (Drx and Dtx) and distances between the Tx and Rx, the research successfully identifies the most efficient mobile MC model in terms of molecule reception rates. The use of Linear Support Vector Machine alongside the CNN and LSTM hybrid feature vector resulted in an 87.68% accuracy in predicting diffusion coefficients. Moreover, using a Cubic Support Vector with the same hybrid feature vector, the study achieved an 88.09% accuracy in estimating the distance between the transmitter and receiver. The study concludes that an increase in the mobilities of Rx and Tx correlates with a higher rate of molecule reception.Tubitak [123E265]; Scientific and Technological Research Council of TurkeyThis study is supported by The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey (TUBITAK-Project number: 123E265)
The Validity and Reliability of the Turkish Version of the Telerehabilitation Acceptance Scale (Health Care Professionals' Form)
No full textPurpose: This study was conducted to examine the Turkish validity and reliability of the Telerehabilitation Acceptance Scale Health Care Professionals' Form (TRAS-HP).Methods: Health care professionals between the ages of 18 and 65 years were included. TRAS-HP was used to assess study participants' acceptance of telerehabilitation. Turkish translation of the scale was followed by confirmatory and explanatory factor analyses. Internal consistency and test-retest reliability were calculated.Results: Of the participants, 158 (65.83%) were female and 82 (34.17%) were male. Explanatory factor analysis revealed a three-factor structure explaining 71.87% of the total variation with one item removed. Confirmatory factor analysis determined that the model fit indices (the root mean square error of approximation = 0.080, adjusted goodness of fit index = 0.857, goodness of fit index = 0.899, and chi-square/degrees of freedom = 2.516) were satisfactory. The subdimensions' factor loads ranged from 0.78 to 0.82. After confirmatory and explanatory factor analysis, the 16-item TRAS-HP was reduced to 14 items. Internal consistency (cronbach alpha = 0.947) and test-retest reliability (intraclass correlation coefficient: 0.927) were extremely high.Conclusions: With this study, the Turkish validity and reliability of TRAS-HP were demonstrated, and it was revealed that they are a suitable tool for determining the acceptance and awareness of telerehabilitation of health care professionals working in rehabilitation.TUBITAKThe first author was given a BIDEB 2210A scholarship by TUBITAK during her graduate education
Evaluation of the effects of ribose cross-linked thick collagen membranes with connective tissue grafts on soft tissue and post-operative patient comfort in areas with peri-implant soft tissue defects
No full textAmaç: Yumuşak doku yetersizliklerinin tedavisinde peri-implant mukozanın kalınlığını (PİMK) artırmak amacıyla, hastanın kendi dokularından alınan greftlerin yanı sıra biyolojik dokuları taklit eden materyallerle yapılan çeşitli yöntemler kullanılmaktadır. Bu çalışmanın amacı, horizontal yönde yumuşak doku eksikliği olan implant çevresi bölgelerde ribozla çapraz bağlı kalın kollajen membranın (RÇKM), PİMK üzerindeki etkisini ve altın standart olarak kabul edilen subepitelyal bağ dokusu grefti (SBDG) ile karşılaştırıldığında alternatif bir yöntem olup olamayacağını değerlendirmektir. Materyal ve Metot: Çalışmaya sistemik olarak sağlıklı 20 hasta dahil edilmiştir. Hastalardan 10'una implant operasyonu ile eş zamanlı olarak SBDG, diğer 10'una ise RÇKM uygulanmıştır. Operasyondan önce, PİMK ve peri-implant mukozanın genişliği (PİMG) ölçümleri yapılmıştır. Operasyon sonrası 1., 3. ve 7. günlerde hastaların görsel analog skala (Visual Analog Scale, VAS) ve Ağız Sağlığı Etki Profili (Oral Health Impact Profile-14, OHIP-14) skorları kaydedilmiştir. PİMK ve PİMG ölçümleri 1. ve 3. aylarda tekrar edilmiştir. Bulgular: PİMK açısından, RÇKM grubunda ortalama 1,87 mm, SBDG grubunda ise 1,99 mm'lik bir artış kaydedilmiştir. Her iki grupta da PİMK artış oranlarının benzer olduğu gözlenmiştir. PİMG açısından, RÇKM grubunda başlangıçta 3,35 mm olan değer, 3. ay sonunda 3,30 mm olarak ölçülmüştür. SBDG grubunda ise başlangıçta 3,35 mm olan değer, 3. ay sonunda 4,70 mm'ye ulaşmıştır. Gruplar arasında istatistiksel olarak anlamlı bir fark bulunmamıştır (p > 0.05). OHIP-14 skorları, RÇKM grubunda 1. gün 17,5; 7. gün 11,5, SBDG grubunda ise 1. gün 18,5; 7. gün 15,1 olarak hesaplanmıştır. VAS skorları, RÇKM grubunda 1. gün 5,09; 7. gün 1,13, SBDG grubunda ise 1. gün 4,69; 7. gün 2,5 olarak ölçülmüştür. Sonuç: Bu çalışmanın bulguları doğrultusunda, RÇKM'nin, 3 aylık takip süresince PİMK artışı açısından SBDG'ye benzer bir etki gösterdiği belirlenmiştir. Ancak, RÇKM'nin PİMK'yı artırmak için SBDG'ye uzun vadede alternatif bir yöntem olarak değerlendirilmesi için daha uzun takip sürelerine ihtiyaç duyulmaktadır. Anahtar Kelimeler: Dental implant, Subepitelyal bağ dokusu grefti, Kollajen membran, Peri-implant mukoza kalınlığı, Peri-implant mukoza genişliğiAim: In the treatment of soft tissue deficiencies, various methods have been used to increase the thickness of the peri-implant mucosa (PIMT) using materials that mimic biological tissues as well as grafts from the patient's own tissues. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of ribose cross-linked thick collagen membrane (RCCM) on PIMT in peri-implant areas with soft tissue deficiency in the horizontal direction and whether it can be an alternative method compared to subepithelial connective tissue graft (SCTG), which is considered the gold standard. Materials and Methods: Twenty systemically healthy patients were included in the study. Ten of the patients underwent SCTG simultaneously with the implant operation and the other 10 underwent RCCM. PIMT and peri-implant mucosa width (PIMW) measurements were performed before the operation. Visual Analog Scale (VAS) and Oral Health Impact Profile-14 (OHIP-14) scores were recorded on the 1st, 3rd and 7th postoperative days. PIMT and PIMW measurements were repeated at 1 and 3 months. Results: In terms of PIMT, an average increase of 1.87 mm was recorded in the RCCM group and 1.99 mm in the SCTG group. It was observed that the rates of increase in PIMT were similar in both groups. In terms of PIMW, the initial value of 3.35 mm in the RCCM group was measured as 3.30 mm at the end of the 3rd month. In the SCTG group, the value, which was 3.35 mm at the beginning, reached 4.70 mm at the end of the 3rd month. There was no statistically significant difference between the groups (p > 0.05). OHIP-14 scores were 17.5 on day 1 and 11.5 on day 7 in the RCCM group and 18.5 on day 1 and 15.1 on day 7 in the SCTG group. VAS scores were 5.09 on day 1 and 1.13 on day 7 in the RCCM group and 4.69 on day 1 and 2.5 on day 7 in the SCTG group. Conclusion: In line with the data of this study, it was determined that RCCM showed a similar effect to SCTG in terms of increasing PIMT during the 3-month follow-up period. However, longer follow-up periods are needed to evaluate RCCMM as a longterm alternative method to SCTG to increase PIMT. Keywords: Dental implant, Subepithelial connective tissue graft, Collagen membrane, Peri-implant mucosa thickness, Peri-implant mucosa widt
Farklı Şekilde Etiketlenen Likert Tipi Ölçeklerin Ölçme Değişmezliğine Etkisinin İncelenmesi
No full textBu araştırma, farklı orta nokta etiketine sahip u?ç sözel ve bir ucu gömu?lu? ölçek formunun psikometrik özelliklerini incelemeyi amaçlamaktadır. Bu amaçla, 377 u?niversite öğrencisinden, aynı özelliği ölçen ve aynı maddelerden oluşan fakat farklı tutum etiketlerine sahip dört farklı ölçek formu ile veri toplanmıştır. Araştırmada, tek boyutlu bir yapıya sahip olan Matematiksel Tutum Ölçeği’nin 14 maddelik kısa formu kullanılmıştır. Veri seti, geçerlik, gu?venirlik ve ölçme değişmezliği bakımından incelenmiştir. Sonuçlar, dört formun açıklanan varyans oranlarının yakın olduğunu, formların benzer ve yu?ksek du?zeyde gu?venirliğe sahip olduğunu göstermiştir. Doğrulayıcı Faktör Analizi sonuçlarına göre, orta nokta etiketi “Fikrim yok” olan Form 1, veriye daha iyi uyum sağlamıştır. Son olarak, formlar yalnızca yapısal değişmezliği sağlamıştır. Metrik değişmezliğin sağlanamaması madde faktör yu?klerinin formlar arasında değiştiğine işaret etmektedir. Bu sonuca dayanarak bireylerin aynı kategoride yer alan farklı tutum etiketlerini ve farklı tu?rdeki ölçekleri farklı şekillerde algıladıkları söylenebilir. Bu bulgular ışığında, araştırmacılar genellenebilirlik kuramı ve/veya madde tepki kuramı temelinde benzer çalışmaları tekrarlayarak alana deneysel kanıtlar koyabilirler
GMI-based biosensor for the detection and quantification of doxorubicin anticancer drugs labeled to Fe3O4 superparamagnetic nanoparticles
No full textWe present the results of research on a Co -based giant magnetoimpedance (GMI) biosensor for Fe 3 O 4 -labelled doxorubicin (DOX) anticancer drugs. Co 62 Fe 5 Ni 4 Si 15 B 14 ribbons were used as biosensing material for test solutions containing different concentrations of DOX. The plain ribbon, ribbon +Fe 3 O 4 and ribbon +DOX2 samples exhibited low coercivity ( H c ), high saturation magnetization ( M s ) and low anisotropy ( H k ). The GMI ratio ( Delta Z / Z ) increased from 33% to 38% with the increase of doxorubicin content in the ribbon. It was found that the Delta Z / Z ratio first increased rapidly up to a frequency of -2 MHz, and then decreased slowly as the frequency increased. While the magnetic field dependent Delta Z / Z has a single peak at 1 MHz, it has a double peak at 5 MHz. It was found that the peak height of Delta Z/Z in the ribbons with test solution of 20 ng/ml and 50 ng/ml increased by -3% and -6%, respectively, compared to the ribbon without test solution. Then the Delta Z / Z ratio decreased very rapidly with the increase of the applied external magnetic fields. The frequency -dependent GMI sensitivity ( eta) increased with increasing frequency and reached a maximum value at a critical frequency (-1.6 MHz), after which it decreased. The detection sensitivity of the GMI biosensor ( xi ) increased rapidly with increasing doxorubicin concentration up to -80 ng/ml and then remained almost unchanged. The results show that doxorubicin (DOX +Fe 3 O 4 ), used as an anticancer drug, can be effectively detected even at low concentrations using the GMI based sensors fabricated in this study.Research Fund of Inonu University, Turkey [FBG-2022-2848, FCD-2018-767]This work was supported by the Research Fund of Inonu University, Turkey under Grant Contract No. FBG-2022-2848 and FCD-2018-767
Understanding of social municipalism in Turkey: An example of Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality
No full textSosyal Bilimler Enstitüsü, Siyaset Bilimi ve Kamu Yönetimi Ana Bilim DalıSosyal belediyecilik, sosyal devletin yereldeki yansıması olarak günümüzde hiç olmadığı kadar önemlidir. Toplumsal, ekonomik ve teknolojik gelişmelere bağlı olarak modern dünyanın sorunları çeşitlilik göstermekte ve hem nicelik hem de nitelik olarak artmaktadır. Bu sorunlar dezavantajlı grupların doğmasına sebebiyet vermekte ve bu doğrultuda büyük kitlelere bir mağduriyet yaşatabilmektedir. Yeni ve modern belediyecilik anlayışı, devletin hâkim alanına bağlı olarak kolayca çözemediği sorunlarda belediyelerin hizmet birimlerinin devreye girmesi ve sorunların çözümüne yönelik faaliyetler gerçekleştirmesi üzerinedir. Araştırmada ilk olarak, konu ile ilgili kitap, makale, dergi ve tez gibi kaynaklar üzerinde kapsamlı bir literatür taraması yapılmıştır. Araştırmanın amacına uygun olması sebebiyle sayısal araştırma yöntemlerinden anket tekniği kullanılmıştır. Literatür taraması nitel tekniğe dayanırken anket yöntemi nicel araştırma tekniğine uygun olarak hazırlanmıştır. Yapılan çalışmalar sonucunda Türkiye'de sosyal belediyecilik anlayışının kapsamı ve uygulamaları değerlendirilmiştir. Gelişmiş ülkeler dikkate alındığında sosyal belediyecilik anlayışının geliştirilmesi gereken bir yol olduğu ancak temel anlamda ihtiyaçların karşılanmasına yönelik faaliyetlerin güncel ve geçerli unsurlar ile sunulduğu görülmüştür. Sosyal belediyecilik kapsamında gelişmiş ülkeler üzerinden sunulan örneklemlerin incelenmesi ve araştırılması neticesinde, toplumun sosyal ihtiyaçlarının karşılanmasında belediye yapılanmasının aktif ve etkin bir rol üstlenmesi gerektiği anlaşılmıştır. Bu bağlamda, sosyal belediyecilik kavramının Türkiye'deki gelişim süreci ve uygulamalarına yönelik araştırmalar, toplumun sosyal ihtiyaçlarının karşılanmasında belediyelerin daha aktif ve etkin bir rol üstlenmesi gerektiğini ortaya koymuştur. Dolayısıyla sosyal belediyecilik anlayışının yaygınlaşması ve güçlenmesi, yerel düzeyde toplumsal refahın artırılması için önemli bir adım olacaktır. Bu araştırmanın amacı, sosyal belediyecilik anlayışını incelemek ve bu bağlamda örnek olarak İstanbul Büyükşehir Belediyesinin sosyal hizmet ve sosyal yardım uygulamalarını ele almaktır. Uygulama alanı, İstanbul ilinde yaşayan vatandaşlar tarafından doldurulan anketler ile belirlenmeye çalışılmıştır. Son olarak, araştırma verileri "Sosyal Belediyecilik Hizmeti" ölçeği ile 5'li likert kullanılarak elde edilmiştir. Ölçeğin doğrulanması adına Cronbach Alpha katsayısından ve doğrulayıcı faktör analizinden faydanılmıştır. Araştırmaya katılan 632 kişilik örneklem grubundan elde edilen veriler, SPSS programı ile analiz edilmiştir. Analiz sırasında araştırmanın hipotezleri, T testi ve Anavo Testi ile analiz edilerek doğrulanmıştır. Araştırma sonucunda elde edilen bulgular ile değerlendirmeler yapılarak çeşitli öneriler sunulmuştur.Social municipality, as the local reflection of the social state, is more important today than ever before. Depending on social, economic and technological developments, the problems of the modern world are diversifying and increasing in both quantity and quality. These problems lead to the emergence of disadvantaged groups and in this direction can cause victimization to large masses. The new and modern understanding of municipalism is based on the fact that the service units of the municipalities step in and carry out activities to solve the problems that the state cannot easily solve due to its dominant field. Firstly, a comprehensive literature review was conducted on sources such as books, articles, journals and theses on the subject. The survey technique, which is one of the quantitative research methods, was used because it is appropriate for the purpose of the research. While the literature review was based on qualitative technique, the survey method was prepared in accordance with the quantitative research technique. As a result of the studies, the scope and practices of social municipalism in Turkey were evaluated. Considering the developed countries, it is seen that the understanding of social municipalism is a path that needs to be developed, but the activities to meet the basic needs are presented with current and valid elements. As a result of the examination and research of the samples presented through developed countries within the scope of social municipalism, it has been understood that the municipal organization should assume an active and effective role in meeting the social needs of the society. In this context, research on the development process and practices of the concept of social municipalism in Turkey has revealed that municipalities should assume a more active and effective role in meeting the social needs of society. Therefore, the spread and strengthening of the social municipalism concept will be an important step towards increasing social welfare at the local level. Finally, the research data were obtained by using the "Social Municipalism Service" scale using a 5-point Likert scale. Cronbach's Alpha coefficient and confirmatory factor analysis were used to validate the scale. The data obtained from the sample group of 632 people participating in the research were analyzed with the SPSS program. During the analysis, the hypotheses of the research were confirmed by analyzing with T-test and Anavo Test. The findings obtained as a result of the research were evaluated and various recommendations were presented
Anxiety, depression, sleep disorders and quality of life in parents of children with first unprovoked seizure and epilepsy
No full textBackground. Parents of a child with neurological problems such as seizures and epilepsy experience significant mental distress. Little is known about the mental state of parents in such a stressful situation. This study aims to determine the prevalence of self-reported depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, and quality of life in parents of children with epilepsy and first unprovoked seizure. Methods. This cross-sectional study was conducted among the parents of children diagnosed with first unprovoked seizure and epilepsy admitted to the Pediatric Neurology Department, Outpatient Unit of Inonu University Medical Faculty Hospital. Participants filled out a questionnaire investigating demographic variables, Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI), Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), and 36Item Short-Form Health Survey (SF-36). Results. 113 parents participated in the study. Depression was found in 7%, anxiety in 14%, and sleep quality disorder in 33.3% of parents of children diagnosed with epilepsy on the basis of moderate or higher severity, while depression was found in 8.9%, anxiety in 14.3%, and sleep disorder in 21.4% of parents of children diagnosed with first unprovoked seizure. There was no statistically significant difference between the groups. Mothers were at higher risk for loss of physical function and social functionality. There was a positive correlation between BAI, BDI, and PSQI scores. Quality of life sub-dimension measured by SF-36 was associated with different levels of depression, anxiety, and sleep quality. Conclusion. Addressing parental psychiatric problems by professionals involved in the treatment of children with a history of seizures may have the potential to provide further support for the family and the care of patients
Niedobory i nadmiary opadów atmosferycznych w uprawie pszenicy ozimej na Lubelszczyźnie w latach 1971–2020
Get PDFThe aim of the study was to evaluate the magnitude and frequency of deficits and excesses of precipitation in the Lublin region in the years 1971–2020 in winter wheat cultivation. The study used monthly values of mean air temperature and precipitation totals from 11 meteorological stations. Statistical data on yields of winter wheat grown in central-eastern Poland in the years (1971–2020) were also used. On the basis of the study, it was found that the average monthly rainfall totals were similar to the rainfall needs of winter wheat. However, high temporal and spatial variability of precipitation was observed. In April and May, the extent of rainfall deficits and excesses was smaller than in June and July. The frequency of precipitation deficits and excesses was higherin the western part of the study area (upper Vistula basin area) than in the eastern and north-eastern parts (Bug and Narew basin areas). Winter wheat yields were only significantly affected by rainfall deficits in May and June. The problem of climate warming and the consequent increase in precipitation variability indicates the need for further scientific research in the cultivation of such a strategic cereal.Celem badań była ocena wielkości i częstości niedoborów oraz nadmiarów opadów atmosferycznych na Lubelszczyźnie w latach 1971–2020 w uprawie pszenicy ozimej. W pracy wykorzystano miesięczne wartości średniej temperatury powietrza oraz sumy opadów atmosferycznychz 11 stacji meteorologicznych. Wykorzystano również dane statystyczne dotyczące plonów pszenicy ozimej, uprawianej na obszarze środkowo-wschodniej Polski w latach 1971–2020. Na podstawie przeprowadzonych badań stwierdzono, że średnie sumy miesięcznych opadów były zbliżone do potrzeb opadowych pszenicy ozimej. Jednak zaobserwowano dużą zmienność czasową i przestrzennąopadów atmosferycznych. W kwietniu i w maju zakres niedoborów i nadmiarów opadów był mniejszy niż w czerwcu i lipcu. Częstość występowania niedoborów i nadmiarów opadów była większa w części zachodniej badanego obszaru (zlewnia górnej Wisły) niż w części wschodniej i północno-wschodniej (zlewnia Bugu i Narwi). Na wielkość plonów pszenicy ozimej istotny wpływ miały tylko niedobory opadów w maju i w czerwcu. Problem ocieplenia klimatu i w konsekwencji wzrost zmienności opadów atmosferycznych wskazuje na potrzebę prowadzenia dalszych badań naukowych w uprawie tak strategicznego zboża