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Experimental comparison of platelet-rich plasma with conventional treatment in rats with acoustic trauma induced hearing loss
No full textObjective: This study aimed to test at an experimental level the contributions of traditional treatments with Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) to the recovery of hearing in hearing loss due to acoustic trauma. Methods: Thirty healthy adult rats were used in the study. Otoacoustic Emission (OAE) measurements were performed before the study. All rats with OAE measurements were exposed to 95 dB pure tone sound at a frequency of 4 kHz for 60-minutes. OAEs of the experimental animals were measured again at the 24th hour and it was determined that acoustic trauma had occurred. The rats were divided into 3 groups of 10, the first group was the control group, the 2nd group was determined as the group in which approximately 0.5 mL of intratympanic PRP was injected for 5 doses with 2 days intervals, and the 3rd group was determined as the group in which approximately 0.5 mL of intratympanic steroid was injected with 2 days intervals. OAE measurements made after 7 and 21 days were evaluated, and the treatments given were compared to the group without treatment. Results: The results obtained from day-by-day and frequency-by-frequency measurements of DPOAE were statistically compared to check whether significant results were obtained. It was determined that better results were obtained in rats with acoustic trauma treated with PRP and prednol compared with acoustic trauma who received no treatment, and close treatment efficacy results were found between PRP and prednol groups. Conclusion: When DPOAE measurements of these three groups at 4 kHz frequency on various days were compared with Group 1, a significant statistical difference was observed in Groups 2 and 3, but no significant difference was found between Groups 2 and 3. It was concluded that PRP is as effective as steroids in the improvement of hearing
Effects of balance training on different surfaces on ankle proprioception and functional balance in children with spastic cerebral palsy: a single-blind randomized controlled trial
No full textBackground: Balance training on different surfaces is important in the rehabilitation of children with spastic cerebral palsy. However, the impact of balance training on different surfaces on ankle proprioception has not yet been investigated. This study aims to investigate the effects of balance exercises performed on rough and smooth unstable surfaces on ankle proprioception and dynamic balance in children with spastic cerebral palsy. Methods: The study included 16 children aged 5–10 years with spastic hemiplegic and diplegic type cerebral palsy who were at the Gross Motor Function Classification System Level I and II. The children participating in the study were randomly assigned to two groups. One group performed balance exercises comprising six movements on a balance board for an average of 10 min following a 45-minute physical therapy session on a smooth surface, while the other group performed the same exercises on a rough surface. The intervention was conducted twice weekly for a duration of eight weeks. Balance was assessed using the Pediatric Balance Scale, the Functional Reach Test, and the Single Leg Stance Test. A digital goniometer was used to assess ankle joint proprioception. Results: Significant improvement was observed in balance test scores in both groups. However, in the joint position sense tests for 15° dorsiflexion and plantar flexion on both the dominant and non-dominant sides, significant improvement was observed only in children who performed exercises on the rough balance surface (p < 0.05). Conclusions: Balance training on unstable surfaces was found to be effective in improving balance parameters, with training on rough surfaces demonstrating greater efficacy than training on smooth surfaces in enhancing ankle proprioception. Trial registration: NCT05676983 (03/01/2023; retrospectively)
The First Report of Tetrathyridiosis in a Stone Marten (Martes foina, Erxleben 1777) in Türkiye
No full textClimate Change Awareness and Sustainable Travel Intentions: The Mediating Role of Climate Anxiety
No full textDetection of Anaplasma phagocytophilum and Babesia aktasi in a wild bezoar goat (Capra aegagrus): Overlap with domestic goat strains
No full textThis study reports the first detection of Babesia aktasi and Anaplasma phagocytophilum in a bezoar goat (Capra aegagrus), providing insight into the presence of these pathogens in wild caprinae. The infected goat exhibited a localised ocular infection but showed no clinical signs of acute piroplasmid or Anaplasma infections. Microscopic examination of blood smears revealed low parasitemia of intra- and extraerythrocytic piroplasms and intragranulocytic morulae, consistent with chronic infection. PCR and sequence analysis confirmed that the Babesia species detected was B. aktasi, a recently described piroplasmid previously reported in domestic goats. Phylogenetic analysis placed the B. aktasi haplotype within the Babesia sensu stricto clade, closely related to sequences from domestic goats in Türkiye and an uncharacterised Babesia sp. from a red deer. The A. phagocytophilum strain detected in this study belonged to ecotype 1, which includes human pathogenic strains. These findings raise the possibility that bezoar goats may contribute to the natural maintenance of B. aktasi and A. phagocytophilum, highlighting their potential involvement in the enzootic cycles of these pathogens alongside domestic caprinae. Given that bezoar goats are the ancestors of modern domestic goats and that their habitats overlap in Anatolia, further research is needed to better understand the transmission dynamics, vector associations and zoonotic potential of these pathogens
WEB OF SCIENCE VERİ TABANINDA YAYINLANAN MATEMATİK OKURYAZARLIĞI TEMALI MAKALELERİN BİBLİYOMETRİK ANALİZİ
No full textBu araştırmanın amacı Web of Science (WOS) atıf dizininde listelenen matematik okuryazarlığı temalı (konulu) eğitim araştırmalarının VOSviewer yazılım aracıyla bibliyometrik analizini gerçekleştirip mevcut durumunu ortaya koymak ve gelecekteki araştırmalara temel oluşturmaktır. Araştırma kapsamında bibliyometrik analiz kısmında incelenen Web of Science veri tabanında yer alan makalelerden, Social Sciences Citation Index (SSCI) ve Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI) indexli, yayın dili İngilizce olan, 1984-2023 yılları arasındaki, "mathematics literacy" veya "mathematical literacy" araması yapılarak elde edilen matematik okuryazarlığı konusunda yayınlanan çalışmalar araştırmanın evreni oluşturmaktadır. WOS'ta listelenen matematik okuryazarlığı konulu 1197 makale araştırmanın örneklemini oluşturmaktadır. Bu çalışmada tanımlayıcı ve betimsel bir yaklaşım sergilenmiştir. Bu çalışma 1984-2023 tarihleri arasında WOS'ta yayınlanmış matematik okuryazarlığı konulu eğitim araştırmalarının atıf ilişkileri, yazarlar arasındaki iş birliği, anahtar kelimelerin kullanım analizi, çalışmaların kaynakçaları arasındaki ilişkiler bibliyometrik analiz yöntemi ve bibliyometrik haritalama tekniği ile incelenmiştir. WOS'tan indirilecek veriler bibliyometrik yazılım aracı VOSviewer ile görselleştirerek mevcut durumu betimsel ve nicel olarak ortaya konması sağlanmıştır. Matematik okuryazarlığı konusu ile ilgili eğilimleri, önemli çalışmaları ve çalışmalar arasındaki ilişki ortaya konulmuştur. VOSviewer programı verilerin içeriğine göre ortak atıf analizi, ortak yazarlık analizi, bibliyografik eşleştirme analizi, anahtar kelime analizi ve atıf analizi gibi analizleri bibliyometrik haritalama yöntemi ile görselleştirerek sunabilmektedir. Bu araştırmada bilimsel yayınların üretkenliği için WOS'tan doğrudan yararlanılmış ve alt problemlere uygun analizler için VOSviewer programının bibliyometrik haritalama özelliği sayesinde görselleştirilerek haritalar yorumlanmıştır. "WOS'ta listelenen matematik okuryazarlığı konulu eğitim araştırmalarının öne çıkan yazarları, kurumları ve ülkeleri/bölgeleri nelerdir?" Araştırma problemine ait bulgular için WOS veri tabanındaki bibliyografik veriler doğrudan tablo haline getirilmiştir. Diğer alt problemler için WOS'tan elde edilen bibliyografik veriler VOSviewer programının 1.16.19 sürümüne aktarılmış ve VOSviewer programının desteklediği analizler ile bibliyometrik haritalar oluşturulmuştur.The purpose of this study is to conduct a bibliometric analysis of educational research focused on mathematical literacy, as indexed in the Web of Science (WOS) database. This research utilizes the VOSviewer software tool to assess the current landscape of the field and provide a foundation for future studies. The scope of the analysis includes articles published in English between 1984 and 2023, indexed in the Social Sciences Citation Index (SSCI) and the Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI). The study specifically targets publications containing the terms "mathematics literacy" or "mathematical literacy." From this population, a sample of 1,197 relevant articles was identified and analyzed. This study adopts a descriptive research approach to examine citation patterns, co-authorship networks, keyword usage, and the relationships between various bibliometric indicators. The data extracted from WOS was processed and visualized using the VOSviewer software (version 1.16.19), enabling the creation of bibliometric maps to support the analysis. Key aspects of the analysis include co-citation analysis, co-authorship analysis, bibliographic coupling, keyword co-occurrence, and citation analysis. These methods were employed to explore trends in mathematical literacy research, to identify influential studies, and reveal connections between authors, institutions, and countries contributing to the field. The findings provide answers to the main research question: What are the prominent authors, institutions, and countries/regions contributing to educational research on mathematical literacy listed in the WOS database? For this purpose, bibliographic data was systematically tabulated and visualized through VOSviewer, enabling both qualitative and quantitative insights into the scholarly landscape. Through this study, the evolving structure of mathematical literacy research has been illuminated, offering valuable information for researchers, educators, and policymakers interested in developing of mathematical competencies, particularly within the context of assessments like PISA 2012.</p
Effect of Fe2O3 on the radiation shielding efficiency of B2O3-SiO2-Li2O glasses
No full textThis study investigates the radiation shielding capabilities of glass systems made of 8B2O3-(88-x)SiO2-4Li2O-xFe2O3 (with x varying from 0 to 30 wt%) using computational programs and GATE Monte Carlo simulations. According to the results, glass compositions containing 30 wt% Fe2O3 exhibit better radiation shielding properties than other ratios. Particularly, these compositions show improved radiation attenuation with lower Energy Absorption Buildup Factor (EABF), Exposure Buildup Factor (EBF), and Half Value Layer (HVL) values. Furthermore, they show higher mass attenuation coefficient (MAC) and linear attenuation coefficient (LAC) values, suggesting increased effectiveness in absorbing radiation per unit mass or thickness. Additionally, the glass with 30 wt% Fe2O3 displays a higher effective removal cross-section value, strengthening its potential as an absorbent material for both gamma and neutron radiation shielding. These results indicate the potential use of glass systems modified with Fe2O3 in radiation shielding technology. Moreover, molecular dynamics simulations were performed to determine distinct melting onset temperatures: 665–1760 K for Fe-free and 1024–1846 K for Fe-containing materials
The AI-Cybersecurity Nexus: How Large Language Models are Reshaping Threat Intelligence and Digital Defense
No full textAs cybersecurity threats become more sophisticated, the integration of Large Language Models (LLMs) into defensive and analytical systems is transforming the field. This paper presents a PRISMA-guided bibliometric and thematic review of 149 studies published between 2015 and 2025, including 117 peer-reviewed journal and conference articles, examining publication trends and dominant research themes in LLM-enabled cybersecurity, organized around five research questions: (i) secure incorporation of LLMs into cyber threat intelligence workflows; (ii) hybrid architectures for privacy-preserving and real-time threat detection; (iii) LLM-enabled secure code remediation; (iv) adversarial misuse and dual-use risks; and (v) multi-layer defense strategies addressing prompt injection, model inversion, and data poisoning. Drawing on over 100 primary studies, the analysis highlights key trends, methodological innovations, and recurring vulnerabilities. Notable developments include decentralized trust-enhanced frameworks, context-aware remediation systems, and simulation-based red teaming. However, gaps persist in adversarial robustness, standardization of evaluation, and ethical governance. By mapping research across technical, operational, and policy dimensions, this review provides a structured basis for advancing trustworthy, resilient, and secure LLM deployments in high-stakes cybersecurity contexts.</p
Crisis, culture, and connection: developing a relational resilience model for earthquake-affected communities (the case of the 2023 earthquakes in Türkiye)
No full textT & uuml;rkiye remains highly vulnerable to both natural and human-induced disasters. Despite the devastating impact of the earthquakes on February 6, 2023, no comprehensive sociological study has been conducted to assess the country's level of societal disaster resilience. Therefore, the primary aim of this study is to develop a relational model of disaster resilience by examining the influence of socio-cultural indicators such as relationships, community bonds, institutional interactions, and cultural practices in the context of earthquakes in T & uuml;rkiye. This research posits that resilience is not only a matter of physical infrastructure but is also deeply rooted in sociological dynamics such as identity, belonging, cultural memory, and social connections. The proposed model aims to explain how individuals interpret their disaster experiences, taking into account the broader historical, cultural, and societal processes that shape them. The study employs a qualitative research design, and in-depth face-to-face interviews were conducted with 114 local residents who directly experienced the disaster in Hatay and 8 representatives from public authorities. The involvement of researchers from Hatay, who also experienced the earthquake, strengthened the authenticity and reliability of the data collection process. The model developed through this research provides a crucial foundation for formulating public policies that enhance disaster resilience. By focusing socio- cultural indicators, the study highlights the importance of implementing inclusive and preventive strategies that minimize potential losses and enhance preparedness for future disasters