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Adaptation Levels and Expectations of Students with Disabilities in Physical Education and Sports Departments of Universities
(Ankara University, Fac Educational Sciences, 2019) Namli, Sevinc; Suveren, Sibel
This research aims to determine the adaptations and expectations of the students with disabilities, who study in the physical education and sports departments, to their deparments. The research, which is composed of explanatory sequential design out of the mixed approach designs and in which quantitative and qualitative approaches are used together, were made with the participation of all the students with disabilities studying in physical education and sports departments of 21 universities in Turkey during 2015-2016 academic year. 71 students including 27 with visual impairments, 9 with hearing impairments and 38 with physically impairments participated in the quantitative section of the research. 11 students including 4 with visually impairments, 3 with hearing impairments and 4 with physically impairments participated in the qualitative section. "Adaptation Scale of Students with Disabilities Studying in Physical Education and Sports Departments" and "Semi-structured Interview Form" were used as data collection tools. While the participants with visually impairments and physically impairments emphasized the issue of organizing the physical areas and problems in the practical lessons, the participants with hearing impairments were found to have problems in theoretical lessons. It was determined that the students with disabilities have common expectations, such as instructors sparing more time for them during the lessons.
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Citation - Scopus: 10
Affective States Classification Performance of Audio-Visual Stimuli from EEG Signals with Multiple-Instance Learning
(TÜBİTAK Scientific & Technological Research Council Turkey, 2022) Dasdemir, Yaar; Ozakar, Rustem
Throughout various disciplines, emotion recognition continues to be an essential subject of study. With the advancement of machine learning methods, accurate emotion recognition from different data modalities (facial images, brain EEG signals) has become possible. Success of EEG-based emotion recognition systems depends on efficient feature extraction and pre/postprocessing of signals. Main objective of this study is to analyze the efficacy of multiple-instance learning (MIL) on postprocessing features of EEG signals using three different domains (time, frequency, time-frequency) for human emotion classification. Methods and results are presented for single-trial classification of valence (V), arousal (A), and dominance (D) ratings from EEG signals obtained with audio (A), video (V), and audio-video (AV) stimulus using alpha, beta and gamma bands. High accuracy was observed with both binary and multiclass classification of the AV stimulus. Findings in this study suggest that MIL applied on frequency features yields efficient results on EEG emotion recognition.
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Citation - Scopus: 15
Analysis of Factors Affecting Individuals' Sources of Happiness with Multinomial Logistic Model
(Assoc Measurement & Evaluation Education & Psychology, 2021) Cebi Karaaslan, Kubranur
The happiness levels of individuals and their sources of happiness have been wondered a lot and researched from past to present. The aim of this study is to examine the factors that affect individuals' sources of happiness. The data set of the study was obtained from the Life Satisfaction Survey of the Turkish Statistical Institute. 9212 individuals were included in the study. In the study, chi-square independence tests were conducted to examine the relationship between the source of happiness and the independent variables included in the model, and multinomial logistic regression analysis was applied to determine the factors that may have an effect on the sources of happiness of individuals. As a result of the study, it has been determined that the factors of the individual's age, gender, marital status, educational status, satisfaction with income level, welfare level, life satisfaction, satisfaction with a social life are effective on sources of happiness. At such a time when it is clear that the coronavirus epidemic adversely affects many aspects of our lives, especially our psychology, and will leave a mark on our tomorrows, and the activities of decision-makers and policymakers are shed light through the study in order to increase the happiness of individuals and to ensure that the future will be better.
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An Analysis of the Gods and Heroes in Ancient Mesopotamian Art
(Atatürk Univ, 2024) Topaloglu, Yasin; Kilic, Murat
Mesopotamia, the region between the Euphrates and Tigris rivers, was home to many civilizations such as Sumer-Akkadian, Babylonia, and Assyria. Mesopotamian culture is based on a common religious view and consists of theocratic states ruled first by priest-kings. Mesopotamia is one of the crucial geographies where history is illuminated by art. This art reflects the feelings and thoughts of people and provides important clues about their world. The Sumerians' invention of writing was a significant development, but other developments and innovations in Mesopotamia also affected ancient societies such as the Middle East and Anatolia. Art is at the forefront of these developments and innovations. Centers such as G & ouml;beklitepe, Kurupay, Nevali & Ccedil;ori, & Ccedil;ay & ouml;n & uuml;, Hac & imath;lar, and Eriha-Jericho contain early examples of this art. Works of art such as the Vultures Stele, Ur Standard, Uruk Warka Vase, Naram-Sin Victory Stele, and Lion Hunt Stele are essential examples for our subject with their depictions of gods, kings, and heroes. This visual art of Mesopotamia is critical to the history of the Ancient Age as it provides information that thousands of written documents cannot convey. In Mesopotamian art, where gods and heroes (kings) are seen from the Neolithic Age to the Early Bronze Age, the concepts of gods and kings occupy a central place in art. However, it is also evident that these depictions developed and changed over time. Looking at these depictions, it is understood that while gods represent the spirit world and beliefs, heroes (king or emperor) symbolize earthly power. In these works of art, heroes are usually depicted as hunters, warriors, or kings. This heroism, which extends to the claim of god or godhood, reflects new administrative powers, economic prosperity, and military development.
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Application of the GKM to Some Nonlinear Partial Equations
(Ankara University, Fac Sci, 2024) Demiray, Seyma T. U. L. U. C. E.; Bayrakci, Ugur; Yildirim, Vehpi
In this manuscript, the strain wave equation, which plays an important role in describing different types of wave propagation in microstructured solids and the (2+1) dimensional Bogoyavlensky Konopelchenko equation, is defined in fluid mechanics as the interaction of a Riemann wave propagating along the y-axis and a long wave propagating along the x-axis, were studied. The generalized Kudryashov method (GKM), which is one of the solution methods of partial differential equations, was applied to these equations for the first time. Thus, a series of solutions of these equations were obtained. These found solutions were compared with other solutions. It was seen that these solutions were not shown before and were presented for the first time in this study. The new solutions of these equations might have been useful in understanding the phenomena in which waves are governed by these equations. In addition, 2D and 3D graphs of these solutions were constructed by assigning certain values and ranges to them.
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Artificial Intelligence and Service, Industrial, and Agricultural Employment: Comprehensive International Macroeconomic Evidence
(Kafkas University IIBF, 2024) Algul, Yahya
Recent advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) technology have revived concerns about technological unemployment. Regarding the issue, this study examines the impact of AI on employment rates across 17 leading AI countries from 1998 to 2017 using two panel econometric techniques, DOLS and FMOLS, to ensure robust results. For the first time, as far as is known, the effect of AI on employment in distinct sectors is analyzed separately. By uniquely combining different countries and sectors within a macroeconomic framework, this study provides a more comprehensive understanding through a total of eight estimates. The findings indicate that, according to both DOLS and FMOLS techniques, increased AI innovation may raise employment rates in the overall economy and in the service sector, while reducing employment rates in the industrial and agricultural sectors. Consequently, while AI positively impacts overall employment, considering industrial and agricultural sectors, employment policies should be adjusted to meet evolving needs in the AI era.
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Beta-T Models for Exchange Rate Volatility Modelling: An Evaluation on the US Dollar / Turkish Lira Exchange Rate
(Sosyoekonomi Soc, 2023) Bekar, Engin
To compare different risk measurement methods, in this study, the US Dollar, which is important in terms of being one of the most preferred investment instruments in Turkey and being a reserve currency, is under review. First, EGARCH (1,1) and GJR-GARCH (1,1) models were estimated using the return data based on the US Dollar / Turkish Lira exchange rate for the 2005 -2021 period. Then, the "Beta-t-EGARCH and Its Variants", which have been introduced in recent years, fit well with the characteristics of the exchange rate series and, most importantly, are robust to extreme values and jumps in volatility have been estimated with the expectation of being able to calculate the exchange rate risk more accurately. As a result, it was determined that the model that best met the purpose of the study was the "Two-Component Beta-Skew-t-EGARCH Model with Leverage". The study is important because it draws attention to the effect of extreme values and fluctuations in the Turkish foreign exchange market volatility.
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Citation - Scopus: 2
Cdr1as/miR7-5p Axis Contributes to the Suppression of Cell Viability in Prostate Cancer
(Walter de Gruyter Gmbh, 2025) Kaya, Murat; Suer, Ilknur; Aytatli, Abdulmelik; Karatas, Omer Faruk; Palanduz, Sukru; Cefle, Kivanc; Ozturk, Sukru
Background Prostate cancer is the most frequently diagnosed male cancer and the fifth highest cause of cancer mortality in men. CDR1as has played an essential role in the growth of several malignancies. However, its significance in the progression of prostate cancer has not been investigated. We aimed to investigate the role and mechanism of CDR1as in the development of prostate cancer and identify a new target for diagnostics and treatment.Methods CDR1as siRNA and miR-7-5p mimic were transfected into PC3 and DU145 PCa cell lines and their effects on cellular processes were investigated. Cell viability was measured by WST-8 assay. The role of CDR1as and/or miR-7-5p on PCa cell migration was detected using the scratch-wound assay. The apoptotic capacity of the cells was evaluated using the Caspase-3 kit. The potential targets of miR-7-5p were defined via in silico tools. mRNA and protein expression levels of IGF1R and EIF4E were detected by qRT-PCR and western blot assays, respectively. The matching between miR-7-5p and IGF1R was defined via luciferase reporter assay.Results Inhibiting CDR1as or restoring miR-7-5p reduced prostate cancer cell proliferation and migration while increasing apoptosis. Silencing CDR1as elevated the expression of miR-7-5p while decreasing IGF1R.Conclusions CDR1as functions as a miR-7-5p sponge, increasing IGF1R expression and promoting tumor development.
A Comparative Exploration of Gender Representations in Persian Sufi Literature and Modern Literary Works
(Ilahiyat Bilimleri Araştirma Vakfi, 2024) Karimi, Pune
The research examines how gender is depicted in Sufi and modern Persian literature, exploring the complex factors that influence the representation of gender roles and identities throughout different historical periods. The study meticulously reviews these literary genres to identify the many perspectives on gender, acknowledging that each genre provides a distinct viewpoint through which societal values are conveyed. The investigation delves into not just literary aesthetics but also the cultural and historical conditions that have shaped the development of gender norms. It examines how Sufi and modern Persian literature, which are deeply influenced by their specific time periods and cultural contexts, mirror and distort societal perspectives on gender. By analyzing the development of these representations over time, the study sheds light on the profound transformation of gender norms and identities throughout the course of Iranian history. This inquiry enhances our comprehension of the complex relationship between literature, culture, and gender dynamics, providing significant insights into how literary works reflect and influence society's perspectives. The results of this study not only enhance academic discussions on Persian literature but also offer a subtle perspective to analyze the wider cultural weave of Iran.
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Citation - Scopus: 2
Comparison of the Energy and Economic Performance of a LEED Certified Educational Building Located in a Cold Climate Region with the National Standard
(Gazi Univ, Fac Engineering Architecture, 2025) Celik, Ali; Manay, Eyuphan; Sahin, Bayram
Purpose: The purpose of this study; To ensure the creation of new national standards and regulations in line with international norms and standards, where energy is prioritized, and which includes criteria that will make a positive contribution to the environment without the need for foreign certification. Theory and Methods: With the methods of this study; 1. Finding the primary energy consumption and emission values of the LEED certified reference building, 2. Evaluation of the energy performance of the reference building after use, 3. Conducting energy modeling and determining the energy consumption and emission values for the reference building if it is designed according to national standards, 4. Energy and emission data for both cases are evaluated for the reference building. Results: The additional costs incurred for a LEED certified building, especially those aimed at reducing energy consumption, can finance themselves in a very short time. Therefore, although measures that increase energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions have additional costs, they provide continuous savings throughout the life of the building. For this reason, it is necessary to evaluate the expenditures on measures to increase energy efficiency not as an economic cost but as an investment with high medium and long-term returns. Conclusion: This work; It also shows that LEED certification assessment tools will not give the same results for different climate zones. For this reason, it is emphasized that countries should determine their green building priorities.
Complementary and Supportive Practices Used for Children with Dental Pain by Parents
(Galenos Publishing House, 2022) Polat, Sevinc; Taplak, Ayse Sener; Gurol, Ayse
Objective: This study aimed to determine the complementary and supportive practices used by parents for their children with dental pain. Materials and Methods: The sample of this cross-sectional study consisted of 1,551 parents who had 6-12-year-old children, and whose children had previously experienced dental pain. The data were collected using questionaries prepared by the researchers. Data were analyzed by descriptive statistics and regression analysis. Results: In all, 61.7% of parents used only complementary, 18.4% only supportive, and 19.9% both complementary and supportive practices to deal with their children dental pain. Child age, previous dental experience, age at developing the habit of tooth brushing, fear of the dentist, father's employment status, and number of children in the family were statistically significant predictive factors on using only complementary practices by parents. Conclusions: Parents should be informed about the harmful practices that their children use to cope with dental pain and should be directed to methods whose benefits have been proven by evidence-based studies.
Constructing an Identity in Medieval Europe: The Germanic Otto Dynasty's Attempts at Romanisation Through Byzantium
(Selçuk Univ, Fac Letters, 2024) Ertas, Ilker
This study examines the efforts of the Otto Dynasty, a Saxon kingdom of Germanic origin, to establish a Roman identity in medieval Europe through their marriage alliance with the Byzantine Empire. The data obtained indicates that the rulers of the Otto Dynasty prioritised the Romanisation process by seeking to legitimise their political and social authority from a religious perspective. This was followed by an expansion of their empire through the consolidation of their political leadership with the Roman identity. The Otto Dynasty, who sought to exploit every opportunity they encountered from the moment they dedicated themselves to this pursuit, maintained a constant dialogue with the Byzantines. In particular, during the reigns of Byzantine Emperors Constantine VII and Nikephoros Phokas II, the attempt at establishing a kinship that could not be finalised was successfully concluded during the reign of Emperor Ioannes Tzimiskes I, thus bringing them one step closer to their goal of Romanisation. The kinship established with Byzantium through Theofano contributed significantly to the Otto Dynasty in terms of political legitimacy in the Western Roman lands. Following this diplomatic marriage, Byzantine images became more prominent in the Otto Dynasty's administrative approaches and artistic activities.
The Coronavirus Disease 2019 Pandemic and the Emergency Service in the Perspectives of Nurses Working in Emergency Service: A Photovoice Study
(Ataturk Univ, 2023) Korkmaz Aslan, Tuba; Karakurt, Nurgul
Objective: In the study, it was aimed to determine the thoughts of the nurses working in the emergency service about the emergency service before and after the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic. Methods: Sociodemographic data obtained for the study were evaluated using SPSS 20 software. A phenomenological approach was used for the qualitative part. The study was conducted with 51 out of 179 nurses working in the emergency department of a hospital in one of the eastern provinces. Data were collected through focus group interviews and semistructured interview forms using photographs, photovoice, and phenomenological approach. Results: Colaizzi's phenomenological approach was used in the interpretation of the data, and 266 opinions and suggestions were received from the nurses. These are grouped into 4 main and 20 subthemes. The 4 main themes that nurses found about the emergency department during the coronavirus disease 2019 outbreak are as follows: the meaning of working in the emergency department, the meaning of the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic, the meaning of the emergency department before the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic, and the state of the emergency department during the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic. Conclusion: Nurses mentioned that the emergency department was busy before the pandemic, that its intensity increased with the pandemic, that Coronavirus Disease 2019 created uncertainty and fear in the first place, but that the emergency department is an important and active clinic. coronavirus disease 2019. The answers given by the emergency staff on the front lines, who are worried about being infected with the virus as well as transmitting the virus to their families, are an expected result. It is thought that the anxiety levels of emergency service workers can be alleviated by planning and implementing special interventions related to stress sources such as working hours and providing adequate physical and medical supplies.
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COVID-19 Obsessions and Its Predictors: A Community-Based Research in Turkey
(Marmara Univ, Inst Health Sciences, 2023) Tanriverdi, Esra Cinar; Cevheroglu, Busra Arslan; Ozkurt, Zulal; Sahingoz, Mine
Objective: This study aims to investigate the psychological effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Turkish society and identify COVID-19-related obsessions and predictive factors.Methods: This cross-sectional study was performed with 859 volunteer participants. Data were collected using an online questionnaire between 01 and 08 June 2020. A sociodemographic information form, Depression, Anxiety and Stress Scale-21 (DASS-21), Impact of Event Scale-Revised (IES-R), and Obsession with COVID-19 Scale (OSC), were used as data collection tools. Data were analysed using SPSS 20 statistical software.Results: The mean age of the participants was 40.41 +/- 13.69 (18-70), 55.3% were women, and %63.7 were married. Cleaning habits increased during the pandemic in 76% of the participants. The prevalence of depression, anxiety, and stress symptoms were 36.9%, 42.3%, and 18.2%, respectively. Depression was severe or very severe in 6.3% of the participants, anxiety in 15.4%, and stress in 4.3%. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) was determined in 11.3% of the participants, and COVID-19-related obsessions in 17.6%. Obsessions were greater in the variables of eating (r= 0.26, p<0.001), sleep (r= 0.20, p<0.20), cleaning (r= 0.17, p<0.001), television watching habits (r= 0.09, p< 0.05), and family relationships (r= 0.11, p< 0.01) during the pandemic. The most effective predictors among the COVID-19-related obsessions were depression (p<0.001) and anxiety (p<0.001), IES-R scores (p<0.001), and finally age (p< 0.05), gender (p<0.001), and education level (p<0.05).Conclusion: The COVID-19 pandemic has had severe psychological effects on society, especially in terms of obsessions. Awareness of these must be established, and measures aimed at improving societal mental health must be adopted.
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Citation - Scopus: 14
Determinants of Household Saving Behaviour in Turkey
(Sosyoekonomi Soc, 2022) Cebi-Karaaslan, Kubranur; Oktay, Erkan; Alkan, Omer
The study aims to detect demographics and economic factors and the factors related to residential properties and social-environmental indicators affecting household savings in Turkey. In the study, cross-sectional data was obtained from the Household Budget Survey conducted by the Turkish Statistical Institute between the years 2015-2017. Binary logistic regression and binary probit regression analyses determined household savings factors. According to the analysis results, the factors like the occupation of the household head, educational status, gender, age, marital status, household size, automobile ownership, and survey year were determined to affect the saving behaviour of households.
Development of Densovirus-Based Bioinsecticide (Tenebriokiller) for Use in the Control of Mealworm, Tenebrio Molitor L., 1758 (Coleoptera: Tenebrionidae)
(Entomological Society Turkey, Ege University, 2025) Guler, Yasemin A. S.; Eroglu, Gozde Busra
TenebriomolitorL., 1758 (Coleoptera: Tenebrionidae) is one of the major storage pests affecting a large proportion of pasta, flour, starch, and rice. Densoviruses are biocontrol agents with a single-stranded DNA genome that is enveloped and very small in size. In this study, crude TmDNV-TR was formulated using bovine gelatin, and the formulation called Tenebriokiller was prepared in T & uuml;rkiye. The dose of virus in the formulation was determined to be 2.8x108 copies/mL-1. Five different doses were used (2.8x108, 2.8x107, 2.8x106, 2.8x105, and 2.8x104 copies/mL-1) against 10th instar T. molitor larvae. The mortality was detected 100% (LD50: 4 x106 copies/mL-1, LT50: 6 day, LD95: 2.2 x108 copies/mL-1 and LT95: 9 day) by day 14. The stability of the crude virus and Tenebriokiller was tested at different storage temperatures (4 and 25 degrees C) over various periods (3 and 6 months). Accordingly, the mortality rate of the fresh formulation was 100% as in the previous step, while at 4 degrees C the mortality rate at the end of 3 and 6 months remained 100%, and at 25 degrees C, the mortality rate at the end of 3 and 6 months was 98% and 95% respectively, at the end of day 14. Preliminary pathogenicity tests in the laboratory showed that the virus was highly lethal to the target organism. The virus was therefore formulated to maintain its stability during storage, and a prototype formulation was developed.
Does Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair Improve Kinesiophobia, Depression, and Spatiotemporal Parameters in the Long Term
(Erciyes University School of Medicine, 2023) Deniz, Gulnihal; Bilek, Furkan; Esmez, Omer; Gulkesen, Arif; Gurger, Murat
Objective: This study aimed to investigate the long-term effects on pain, kinesiophobia, depression, functional capacity, balance, mobility, and spatiotemporal parameters in individuals who underwent rotator cuff (RC) surgery.Materials and Methods: Measurements were conducted on 45 individuals recommended for RC arthroscopy. These included bilateral upper extremity range of motion (ROM), muscle strength, bilateral hand grip strength, spatiotemporal parameters, 9-hole peg test (9-HPT), Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), Tampa Scale of Kinesiophobia (Tampa), Shoulder Pain and Disability Index (SPADI), and Constant-Murley Score. All measurements were taken one week before and six months after the arthroscopic intervention.Results: Post-RC arthroscopy results showed significant improvements in upper extremity ROM, muscle strength, hand grip strength, 9-HPT, Tampa, BDI, SPADI, and Constant-Mur-ley Score compared to pre-arthroscopy measurements. Spatiotemporal parameters such as total weight transfer, step cycle duration, double stance duration, step length, gait cycle length, foot angle, and cadence values were highly significant in both operated and non-operated extremities after arthroscopic surgery (p<0.01). However, hindfoot pressure analysis and swing phase values were significant only on the operated side after arthroscopic surgery (p<0.05).Conclusion: Prior to RC arthroscopy, individuals exhibited kinesiophobia, depression, reduced functional capacity, balance asymmetry, decreased mobility, and, consequently, spatiotemporal parameter asymmetry between the extremities. Gait disturbances (lengthened swing phase, decreased step length, increased foot angle), balance loss, and arm sway asymmetry were also evident before RC arthroscopy. Based on these findings, we suggest incorporating balance and gait training into the early rehabilitation program after RC arthroscopy.
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The Effect of Social Media Addiction, Nomophobia, and Netlessphobia on Students' Online Shopping Addictions During the Covid-19 Pandemic
(Mehmet Akif Ersoy Univ, 2024) Guzel, Dilsad; Mutlu, Muhammet
The excessive use of internet-based technologies and social media platforms during the COVID-19 pandemic has caused problems such as social media addiction, nomophobia, netlesphobia, and online shopping addiction in individuals. This research aims to examine whether social media addiction, nomophobia, and netlessphobia affect students' online shopping addiction. An online survey was conducted on 439 students to test the research model and hypotheses. SPSS 25.0 packet program was used, and reliability, exploratory factor analysis, descriptive analyses, correlation and multiple regression analysis were applied to the data. Multiple regression analysis results revealed that social media addiction, nomophobia, and netless phobia influence students' online shopping addiction.
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Effects of Acute Aerobic Exercise on Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor Level in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients
(Turkish League Against Rheumatism, 2023) Yentur, Songul Baglan; Ercan, Zubeyde; Deniz, Gulnihal; Karatas, Ahmet; Gur, Mustafa; Alkan, Gokhan; Koca, Suleyman Serdar
Objectives:The study aimed to investigate the variation of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) levels following acute exercise in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Patients and methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted with 88 participants (25 males, 63 females; mean age: 45.1 & PLUSMN;8.3 years; range, 18 to 65 years) between July 2020 and May 2021. Of the participants, 44 were RA patients, and 44 were age-and sex-matched healthy controls. Aerobic exercise was utilized in all participants for a single session. Depression and anxiety levels were evaluated with the Beck Depression Inventory and Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale. Blood samples were collected from all subjects before and immediately after the intervention. Results: Serum BDNF levels (both baseline and after exercise) were similar in the RA and control groups. Although serum BDNF levels significantly decreased in both groups after aerobic exercise (Wilcoxon rank p<0.05), & UDelta;BDNF levels were significantly higher in the RA group than in the control group (p=0.047). Additionally, & UDelta;BDNF levels were significantly correlated with the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale scores in the RA group (p<0.05) but not in the control group. Conclusion: A single bout of exercise may effectively decrease serum BDNF levels in patients with RA and healthy subjects. The long-term effect of exercise on BDNF levels should be investigated in prospective studies.
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The Effects of Learning Oriented Assessment on Academic Writing
(Izzet Kara, 2023) Er, Haticetul Kubra; Farhady, Hossein
The purpose of this study is to investigate the impact of learningoriented assessment (LOA) on the academic writing ability of EFL students (N:40) during a 12-week in the semester of 2019-2020 academic year in the context of a higher education. Within a pretest-posttest intact group design, the experimental group received instruction following the principles of LOA, and the comparison group received routine procedures for academic writing. This is a quantitative experimental design. The test of normality, Kolmogorov-Smirnov, Mann-Whitney Tests and Wilcoxon Signed Ranks Test were administered in order to see the significance of the intervention the data for this study included scores of a pretest, several assessments, and a posttest at the beginning, during, and at the end of instruction, respectively. The prompt for both pre and post-tests required participants to write argumentative essays. To rate the writing tasks, we followed the rubrics developed by the testing office of the institution. The findings revealed that the experimental group outscored the comparison group indicating the effectiveness of LOA procedures in student learning. Further, the findings indicated that implementing LOA could have significant implications and applications for EFL writing education.

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