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  • MakaleYalnız künye2024Scopus SJRQ1
    First-ever fusion of high entropy alloy (HEA) with glass: Enhancing of critical properties of zinc-tellurite glass through TiZrNbHfTaOx incorporation

    Güler, Ömer; Kilic, G.; Kavaz, E.; Ilik, E.; Guler, Seval Hale; ALMisned, Ghada; Tekin, H.O.

    Many oxide additives have historically been used to enhance the radiation shielding properties of glasses, yet the potential of high-entropy oxides (HEOs), which have gained popularity in material science for their unique properties, has not been explored in this context. This study is the first to investigate the radiation shielding capabilities of Zinc-Tellurite glass infused with High Entropy Oxide (HEO), specifically utilizing the novel attributes of a synthesized TiZrNbHfTa. In this study, the nuclear shielding properties of newly fabricated Zinc-Tellurite glasses doped with TiZrNbHfTaOx with a composition (25ZnO·75TeO2)100-x. (TiZrNbHfTaOx)x (x = 0, 1, 2, 3, 4 mol%) were studied. Through the synthesis of a TiZrNbHfTa HEA and its integration into glass structure, we have developed a series of novel materials with enhanced protective properties against both gamma-ray and neutron radiation. Experimental results demonstrate that the HEO-infused glass, particularly the HEC1-4 composition, significantly surpasses traditional shielding materials in neutron attenuation, evidenced by its superior effective neutron removal cross-section. Additionally, the HEC1-4 glass demonstrates improved gamma-ray shielding capabilities, with increased mass attenuation coefficients and decreased half-value layers, indicating a higher capacity for photon interaction and absorption. It can be concluded that the incorporation of High Entropy Alloys into glass matrices not only opens a new frontier in radiation shielding materials but also provides a versatile and effective solution with considerable potential for enhancing safety measures in radiation-prone environments.

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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2024Scopus SJRQ1
    Comprehensive metabolite and biological profile of “Sulmona Red Garlic” ecotype's aerial bulbils

    Chiavaroli, Annalisa; Masciulli, Fabrizio; Ingallina, Cinzia; Mannina, Luisa; Maria Loreta, Libero; Di Simone, Simonetta Cristina; Acquaviva, Alessandra; Nilofar; Recinella, Lucia; Leone, Sheila

    “Sulmona Red Garlic” is a well-known Italian traditional product. Bulbs, used for culinary purposes, have been largely investigated for their medicinal properties whereas aerial bulbils are usually removed as waste material. Here, for the first time, chemical composition and biological properties of the hydroalcoholic extract from aerial bulbils were investigated. Complementary information on metabolite composition were obtained using both NMR based untargeted and HPLC-DAD targeted methodologies. The NMR analysis revealed the presence of sugars, organic acids, amino acids, organosulphur compounds (methiin, alliin, allicin and cycloalliin), and other secondary metabolites. In particular, methiin and alliin were identified for the first time in the NMR spectra of aerial bulbil garlic extracts. Polyphenol content was determined by HPLC-DAD analysis: catechin, chlorogenic acid, and gallic acid turned out to be the most abundant phenolics. Hydroalcoholic extract blocked cell proliferation of colon cancer cell line HCT116 with an IC50 of 352.07 µg/mL, while it was non-toxic to myoblast cell line C2C12. In addition, it caused seedling germination reduction of two edible and herbaceous dicotyledon species, namely Cichorium intybus and C. endivia. Moreover, the same extract reduced the gene expression of TNF-α (tumor necrosis factor), HIF1-α (hypoxia-inducible factor), VEGFA (vascular endothelial growth factor), and transient receptor potential (TRP) M8 (TRPM8) indicating the ability to contrast cancer development through the angiogenic pathway. Final, in silico experiments were also carried out supporting the biological effects of organosulphur compounds, particularly alliin, which may directly interact with TRPM8. The results here reported suggest the potential use of garlic aerial bulbils often considered a waste product as a source in phytotherapeutic remedies.

    • SDG 3 · Sağlık ve Kaliteli Yaşam
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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2024Scopus SJRQ2
    BSC-Based Digital Transformation Strategy Selection and Sensitivity Analysis

    Oner, Mahir; Cebeci, Ufuk; Dogan, Onur

    In today’s digital age, businesses are tasked with adapting to rapidly advancing technology. This transformation is far from simple, with many companies facing difficulties navigating new technological trends. This paper highlights a key segment of a comprehensive strategic model developed to address this challenge. The model integrates various planning and decision-making tools, such as the Balanced Scorecard (BSC), Objectives and Key Results (OKR), SWOT analysis, TOWS, and the Spherical Fuzzy Analytic Hierarchy Process (SFAHP). Integrating these tools in the proposed model provides businesses with a well-rounded pathway to manage digital transformation. The model considers human elements, uncertainty management, needs prioritization, and flexibility, aiming to find the optimal balance between theory and practical applications in real-world business scenarios. This particular study delves into the use of SFAHP, specifically addressing the challenge of effectively selecting the most suitable strategy among various options. This approach not only brings a new perspective to digital transformation but also highlights the importance of choosing the right strategy. This choice is crucial for the overall adaptation of businesses. It shows how carefully applying the SFAHP method is key. Combining this with a successful digital transformation strategy is essential. Together, they provide practical and efficient solutions for businesses in a fast-changing technological environment.

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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2024Scopus SJRQ3
    sThe Bioremediation of Industrial Effluents by Phanerochaete Chrysosporium: The COD, TOC Removal Efficiency and Biochemical Assessment for Dreissena Polymorpha

    Serdar, Osman; Yıldırım, Numan; Onder Erguven, Gokhan; Ketenalp, Zozan; Cikcikoglu Yildirim, Nuran; Durmus, Barbaros

    Bioremediation is one of the cheapest and easy method for biological treatment for most kind of industial wastewater. Bioremediation potential of the Phanerochaete chrysosporium for industrial wastewater from Industrial Zone Wastewater plant in Mardin, Turkey, was evaluated. The chemical oxygen demand (COD) and total organic carbon (TOC) reduction efficiencies of P. chrysoporium of on wastewater studied using biomarkers such as catalase (CAT), superoxide dismutase (SOD), glutathione peroxidase (GPx), Thiobarbituric Acid (TBARS) and reduced glutathione (GSH) levels in Dreissena polymorpha. The level of TBARS, a marker of lipid peroxidation was found to be high because of wastewater exposure after treatment. TBARS levels decreased (from 20.2 to 31.6 and from 20.8 to 37.5). GSH levels (from 52.3 to 15.9), CAT levels (from, 119.7 to 15.3 and from 91.1 to 13.4) SOD levels (from 3.8 to 0.9 and from 3.4 to 1.2) and GPX activity (from 177.2 to 104.4 and 174.2 to 100.5) decreased in the wastewater exposure groups during 24 and 96th hour compared to the control groups. GSH levels, CAT, SOD and GPX activity increased after treatment by P. chrysosporium. Results indicate that industrial wastewater caused oxidative stress in Dreissena polymorpha. The findings revealed that the highest removal efficiency for COD and TOC, at 86.3 % and 80.3 % respectively, occurred in the 1/20 diluted medium. P. chrysosporium has proven to be effective in the bioremediation of wastewater from the Industrial Zone Changes in biochemical parameters before and after bioremediation showed that antioxidant parameters such as CAT, SOD, GPx activities and GSH and TBARS levels can be used as biomarker to evaluate bioremediation efficiency.

    • SDG 6 · Temiz Su ve Sanitasyon
    • SDG 12 · Sorumlu Üretim ve Tüketim
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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2024Scopus SJRQ3
    European endemic Ptychostomum minii (Bryaceae, Bryophyta) - new to Turkey and its significant range extention to SW Asia

    Ezer, Tülay; Uygur, Ahmet; Keskin, Ali; Çulha, Harun; Batan, Nevzat; Alataş, Mevlüt

    In this study, Ptychostomum minii, a European endemic species is recorded for the first time in Turkey and Southwest Asia. The species was found in the Bolkar Mountains in Turkey. Insights into recent discoveries, along with accompanying photographs, ecology, and location specifics in Turkey are presented.

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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2024Scopus SJRQ2
    Impact of the arginine silicate inositol complex on bone metabolism in broiler chickens with tibial dyschondroplasia caused by manganese deficiency

    Sahin, E.; Ipcak, H.H.; Orhan, C.; Denli, M.; Erten, F.; Ozercan, I.H.; Balci, T.A.; Sahin, K.

    1. Tibial dyschondroplasia (TD) is a skeletal disorder in broilers that has financial implications, necessitating dietary modifications to reduce the prevalence of this disease. This study explored how arginine silicate inositol complex (ASI) supplementation affected tibial growth plate (TGP) and overall bone health in broilers with manganese (Mn) deficiency-induced TD. 2. A total of 240 broiler chicks were divided into four groups, each consisting of 60 birds (15 replicates of four broilers each) as follows: i) Control, with 60 mg Mn per kg of diet; ii) ASI, with 60 mg Mn and 1 g ASI per kg of diet; iii) TD, with 22 mg Mn per kg of diet, and iv) TD+ASI, with 22 mg Mn and 1 g ASI per kg of diet. 3. It was found that ASI supplementation increased tibial bone length in Mn-deficient TD broilers (p = 0.007). There was no Mn x ASI interaction for other bone morphometry variables (p > 0.05). However, both tibial bone mineral content and density were affected by Mn and ASI (p < 0.05). With ASI supplementation, serum bone-specific alkaline phosphatase and osteocalcin levels were elevated in the TD+ASI group compared to the TD group (p < 0.001). In the TD group, osteoprotegerin (OPG) levels in the TGP decreased compared to the control groups (p < 0.001). 4. In contrast, ASI supplementation in the TD broilers counteracted the decrease in OPG compared to TD broilers without ASI supplementation (p < 0.001). The Mn level and ASI supplementation significantly influenced the OPG/receptor activator of the nuclear factor-κB ligand ratio (p < 0.001). 5. In conclusion, the results demonstrated that inclusion of ASI in broiler diets could enhance bone formation variables by controlling OPG levels in the TGP, potentially serving as an effective method to decrease the occurrence of TD.

    • SDG 2 · Açlığa Son
    • SDG 3 · Sağlık ve Kaliteli Yaşam
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  • MakaleYalnız künye2024Scopus SJRQ2
    A first-time fusion of TiNbWMoZrOx high entropy oxide (HEO) with zinc-tellurite glass: Toward superior physical properties

    Kilic, G.; Güler, Ömer; Kavaz, E.; Ilik, E.; Guler, Seval Hale; ALMisned, Ghada; Tekin, H.O.

    While numerous oxide additives have traditionally been employed to enhance the radiation shielding capabilities of glasses, the unique attributes of high-entropy oxides (HEOs), a group of materials acclaimed in contemporary material science for their distinctive properties have remained unexamined in this specific area. This novel study explores the enhancement of radiation shielding properties in zinc-tellurite glasses through the integration of TiNbWMoZrOx High Entropy Oxides (HEO). Utilizing advanced synthesis techniques, including mechanical alloying and oxidation, the research successfully incorporates HEOs into glass matrices, aiming to improve gamma-ray and neutron attenuation. Characterization through X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) confirms the uniform distribution and structural integrity of the HEOs within the glasses. The synthesis of glass samples with a base structure suitable for the molar composition of 25ZnO.75TeO2 (mol%) and glass samples doped with TiNbWMoZrOx (HEO) was carried out using the traditional high-temperature melting and annealing method. The outcomes demonstrate a concentration-dependent increase in shielding efficacy, particularly highlighting the superior performance of glasses doped with 4 mol% of TiNbWMoZrOx (HEC2–4), which exhibit significantly enhanced mass attenuation coefficients, lower half-value layers, and higher effective atomic numbers. This indicates the effective role of HEOs in boosting radiation protection capabilities. Comparative analysis with traditional shielding materials showcases the HEC2–4 glasses' competitive advantage, underlining their potential as a versatile shielding solution. It can be concluded that incorporating TiNbWMoZrOx high entropy oxides into zinc-tellurite glasses significantly augments their radiation shielding properties, offering a novel approach for enhancing protection against gamma-ray and neutron in various applications.

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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2024Scopus SJRQ3
    Structural, Dielectric, and Electrical Properties of Chitosan Composites Doped with Silver for Electrochemical Applications

    Ayhan, Nagihan Karaaslan; Torgut, Gulben

    In this study, chitosan-silver (Chs-Ag) composites containing Ag in different concentrations (0.01–0.08 M) were prepared. The characterization and structure studies of the composites containing 0.01, 0.02, 0.04, and 0.08 M Ag were carried out, and then the dielectric properties of these composites were examined. The composites were characterized by Fourier transform infrared spectrophotometer (FTIR), scanning electron microscopy and energy dispersive spectroscopy (SEM-EDS), and thermogravimetric analysis (TGA). The dielectric and electrical properties of these composites were investigated depending on the frequency at room temperature, and these properties were determined using an impedance analyzer. Spectroscopy revealed that the dielectric constant (ε′), dielectric loss (ε′′), and real (Z′) and imaginary (Z″) components of impedance are found to decrease with increased frequency for both Chs and Chs-Ag (0.01M–0.08 M) composites. On the contrary, the AC conductivity (σac) of samples increased with increasing frequency. ε′ and ε′′ values of Chs were lower than when the Ag was added. The AC conductivity was improved by the addition of silver particles. The results show that the dielectric and electrical properties of Chs-Ag samples were improved by using Ag as filler.

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  • MakaleYalnız künye2024Scopus SJRQ1
    Evaluating sustainability of urban mobility of Asian cities: An integrated approach of interval type-2 fuzzy best-worst method and MULTIMOORA

    Yucesan, Melih; Özkan, Barış; Mete, Suleyman; Gul, Muhammet; Özceylan, Eren

    The motivation for sustainable urban mobility is driven by the need to create environmentally friendly, socially inclusive, economically viable, and healthier cities for current and future generations. It requires a comprehensive approach that combines infrastructure development, policy changes, behavioral shifts, and technological advancements to transform urban transportation systems. The importance of creating increasingly sustainable urban transportation is now greater than it has ever been. One of the attempts in this field is the sustainable urban transport index (SUTI) developed by the United Nations (UN). Although the SUTI has a comprehensive pool of criteria for the evaluation of mobility sustainability of cities, considering the criteria weights as equal and disregarding the uncertainties present in expert opinions is viewed as a significant drawback. To satisfy the aforementioned deficiency, a novel integrated approach including the best-worst method (BWM), multi-objective optimization by ratio analysis (MOORA) and MOORA plus full multiplicative form (MULTIMOORA) method is develloped and applied for the SUTI evaluation. In order to manage ambiguous linguistic approximations, the utilization of BWM is applied within the framework of interval type-2 fuzzy (IT2F) sets. While IT2F-BWM is used to prioritize the main and sub-indicators of SUTI, MULTIMOORA approach is applied to rank the Asian cities. The findings imply that the proposed approach not only provides a more scientific perspective but also provides the opportunity to perform sensitivity analysis on criteria weights. Therefore, the results obtained in this study are expected to help cities to create a road map for planning sustainable urban mobility (e.g. Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan).

    • SDG 9 · Sanayi, Yenilikçilik ve Altyapı
    • SDG 11 · Sürdürülebilir Şehirler ve Topluluklar
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  • MakaleYalnız künye2024Scopus SJRQ1
    Optimization of Pectin Extraction from Lemon Peel Powder by Ohmic Heating Using Full Factorial Design

    Çilingir, Seda; Duran, Gülseven; Gökyildiz, Beritan; Goksu, Ali; Sabanci, Serdal; Cevik, Mutlu

    Ohmic heating-assisted extraction has emerged as an effective method preferred in recent years. This extraction method is affected by experimental factors such as temperature, process time, and voltage gradient. The present study aimed to optimize the pectin extraction process from lemon peel powder samples by the ohmic heating-assisted extraction method. In this study, the effects of 3 different voltage gradients (7, 9, and 11 V/cm), 3 different solid to liquid ratios (1:20 g/mL, 1:40 g/mL, and 1:60 g/mL), and 3 different holding times (0, 60, and 120 min) and their interactions were investigated to determine the optimum extraction condition at constant temperature (80 °C) and pH = 1 sulfuric acid solution. The factors examined in the optimization procedure were pectin yield, power consumption, and energy efficiency. The optimum conditions were found to be 11 V/cm voltage gradient, 1:60 g/mL solid to liquid ratio, and 120-min holding time with a desirability value of 0.778. The results of this study could give important information about the design of industrial scale ohmic heating units, especially from different food wastes in industrial pectin production.

    • SDG 7 · Erişilebilir ve Temiz Enerji
    • SDG 12 · Sorumlu Üretim ve Tüketim
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  • MakaleYalnız künye2024Scopus SJRQ3
    Analyzing the Chemical Constituents and In Vitro Biological Effects of Extracts Artemisia absinthium L. Extracts Obtained Using Different Methodologies and Solvents

    Yagi, Sakina; Zengin, Gokhan; Ibrahime Sinan, Kouadio; Yavuz Paksoy, Mehmet; Cziáky, Zoltán; Jekő, József; Dall'Acqua, Stefano

    The present study aimed to investigate the chemical constituents of different extracts from aerial parts of A. absinthium and to evaluate their antioxidant and enzyme inhibition activity. Extracts were prepared by maceration, infusion or Soxhlet techniques. Results showed that the highest total phenolic and flavonoids contents was recorded respectively from the hexane extract prepared by maceration and ethyl acetate extract obtained by Soxhlet method. The characteristic compounds of Artemisia species artemetin, casticin, sesartemin and yangambin in addition to coumarins were identified in all extracts. Aqueous extract obtained by infusion exerted the highest radical scavenging and ions reducing properties while that prepared by maceration displayed the highest chelating power. Methanol extracts obtained by the two methods of extraction exerted the highest anti-Tyr activity while that obtained by maceration showed the best α-glucosidase inhibition activity. These findings indicated that A. absinthium is a rich source of bioactive molecules with possible therapeutic applications.

    • SDG 3 · Sağlık ve Kaliteli Yaşam
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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2023
    An Optimization Approach for A Biogas Supply Chain using Goal Programming and Mixed Integer Linear Programming

    Derse, Onur; Göçmen, Elifcan

    Environmental concerns prompt the world for a transition to renewable energy sources from fossil energy. Reducing the dependency on non-renewable sources of energy is prerequisite for the sustainable world and less environmental pollution. Biogas energy, which is one of the most important renewable energy sources, is produced by burning organic wastes and can be used in many different fields. In this study, a two-stage approach is undertaken to optimize a biogas supply chain design by incorporating of 30 districts in Izmir. In the first stage, the selection of the most suitable biogas plants is considered by the goal programming approach, which is of great importance to decide the optimal location with high energy potential. The most suitable sites for the biogas plants are obtained as Konak and Narlıdere districts. In the second stage, the location problem of the biogas vehicle charging stations (BVS) for biogas vehicles is handled considering the results of the first stage using mixed integer linear programming (MILP) approach. Computational results demonstrate that it would be more appropriate to establish BVS in 12 districts of İzmir. The model and solution approach are pioneering for supply chain problems and an efficient tool for renewable energy plans.

    • SDG 7 · Erişilebilir ve Temiz Enerji
    • SDG 9 · Sanayi, Yenilikçilik ve Altyapı
    • SDG 12 · Sorumlu Üretim ve Tüketim
    • SDG 13 · İklim Eylemi
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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2023
    Lichens as Biomonitors of Air Pollutants Deposition: Strategically Important Element Pollution

    Topal, Murat; Topal, E.Işıl Arslan; Aslan, Ali; Öbek, Erdal

    Investigation of various species of lichen as biomonitors of air pollutants deposition and evaluation of element pollution were aimed. Maximum accumulation was 43.9±2.1 mg/kg in X. somloensis. Strontium in lichen species was quite high. Percentages of strontium for L.pulmonaria, C.furcata, U.longissima, X.somloensis, and F.caperata were between 58% and 78% indicating the efficient accumulation of strontium. Lichens were also accumulated strategically important elements. Maximum contamination factors in lichens were for strontium and tantalum. Maximum contamination factors of hafnium, niobium, lithium, gallium, and bismuth were for L. pulmonaria while maximum contamination factors of strontium, yttrium, scandium, and cerium were for X.somloensis. Maximum contamination factor of tantalum was for F.caperata. Enrichment factors for L.pulmonaria, C.furcata, and F.caperata were higher than 10, only for bismuth while lower than 10 for U.longissima. Enrichment factors for X.somloensis were higher than 10. Pollution load indexes for L.pulmonaria and U.longissima were higher than 1. Presence of strategically important elements in lichens showed that lichen species can be used as biomonitors of air pollutants.

    • SDG 15 · Karasal Yaşam
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  • MakaleYalnız künye2023
    The effect of boiling and baking process on total phenolic compounds and antioxidant capacity of Osmanoğlu and Sarıaşlama chestnuts grow in Bursa

    Benzer, Fulya; Karakavuk, Emrah; Eroğlu, Zeynep; Eymir, Aslı

    Chestnut is a fruit with high carbohydrate content, low-oil ratio and protein content, including minerals, vitamins, amino acids and phenolic compounds which can have antioxidant properties. It has been determined that the amount and composition of phenolic components could change in according to environmental and growing conditions, and the variety of chestnuts having impact on protein content. This study was conducted to investigate the possible effects of boiling and baking on some physical and chemical properties, antioxidant activity and total phenolic content of Osmanoğlu and Sarıaşlama chestnut varieties grown in Bursa. According to the results of the present study, some physical and biochemical properties of raw chestnut were determined as humidity 48.78–56.57 %, ash 1.11–1.27 g 100 kg⁻¹, water activity 0.705–0.844, pH 7.03–7.29, color L* 60.52±2,64; a* 0.13±0,18; b* 12.39±1.57. The total phenolic compounds content was 129.17±6.23 mg GAE (gallic acid equailent) kg⁻¹ in raw chestnuts, 180.97±18.25 mg GAE kg⁻¹ in boiled chestnuts, and 149.86±7.95 mg GAE kg⁻¹ in baked chestnuts. Also, the antioxidant capacity found like 0.42±0.01 μmol AAE (ascorbic acid equivalent) kg⁻¹ for raw chestnuts, 0.31±0.03 μmol AAE kg⁻¹ for boiled chestnuts, and 0.40±0.01 μmol AAE g⁻¹ of baked chestnuts. It was determined that while the application of the boiling process caused a significant decrease in the antioxidant activity of chestnuts, the application of the baking process did not cause any meaningful change on the antioxidant capacity of the chestnuts. It was determined that there was a significant increase in the total phenolic compounds content with the boiling and baking process compared to raw chestnuts.

  • MakaleAçık Erişim2023
    Toxic Elements from Critical Raw Materials Group in Ripe and Unripe Tomatoes in A Contaminated Area: Accumulation and Potential Health Risk Assessment

    Topal, Murat; Topal, E.Işıl Arslan; Öbek, Erdal

    Accumulation and health risk assessment of cobalt (Co), antimony (Sb), vanadium (V), and lanthanum (La) in tomatoes growing in an area contaminated with municipal wastewater were investigated. For this aim, tomatoe samples were taken and sepertaed into root, stem and leaf parts. Co, Sb, V and La concentrations were detected in plant organs. The arrangement of the elements in the root, stem, and leaf of ripe and unripe tomatoes was V>Co>La>Sb. According to total element values in the ripe and unripe tomatoes; the highest values were 23±1.1 mg/kg and 35±1.7 mg/kg for V, respectively. Co, Sb, V, and La values accumulated by ripe and unripe tomatoes were determined as 24.65 and 25.6 times for Co, 1.8 and 2.7 times for Sb, 46 and 70 times for V and 4.4 and 6.15 times for La, respectively when compared with control. Total Co, Sb, V, and La were male

    • SDG 2 · Açlığa Son
  • MakaleYalnız künye2023
    Emergency remote teaching: EFL instructors’ satisfaction with teaching online

    Alagozlu, Nuray; Tayşı, Eda

    The purpose of this study was to investigate English language instructors’ satisfaction with teaching online in an emergency remote teaching context. A mixed-method approach was used for data collection in which both quantitative and qualitative methods were used. While the quantitative data of this study were collected through the Online Faculty Satisfaction Survey (OFSS) with the participation of 205 instructors, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 16 instructors to collect qualitative data. The quantitative data were analysed through descriptive statistics. The qualitative data from semi-structured interviews were analysed through content analysis. The findings indicated that the instructors were not satisfied with teaching online. Although the convenience and flexibility of online education created a sense of satisfaction among the instructors, students’ low levels of motivation, participation and attendance in online classes, the lack of face-to face contact and interaction with the students, and students’ lack of technological equipment and internet connection problems were the most significant causes of the instructors' dissatisfaction with online teaching.

    • SDG 4 · Nitelikli Eğitim
  • MakaleAçık Erişim2023
    Determination of some trace elements in various lichens as biomonitors of pollution and assessment of pollution status

    Topal, Murat; Topal, E.Işıl Arslan; Aslan, Ali; Öbek, Erdal

    Some trace elements in various lichens as biomonitors of pollution were investigated. Also, the pollution status was assessed by enrichment factor, contamination factor, and pollution load index. Investigated elements were Ta, Bi, Hf, Nb, Ga, Sc, Li, Y, Ce, and Sr. The lichen species were Rhizoplaca chrysoleuca, Umbilicaria vellea, Aspicilia calcarea, Pseudevernia furfuracea, and Cetraria islandica. According to the results, lichen species accumulate Sr element well. The highest trace element accumulated by Pseudevernia furfuracea (21.7±1.0 mg/kg; 75%), Rhizoplaca chrysoleuca (31.9±1.6 mg/kg; 61%), Umbilicaria vellea (16.3±0.8 mg/kg; 59%), Aspicilia calcarea (77.9±3.8 mg/kg; 88%), and Cetraria islandica (22.7±1.1 mg/kg; 75%) was determined as Sr. The highest CFs in lichens investigated were calculated for Sr, Ta, and Li. PLI values for Cetraria islandica, Aspicilia calcarea, and Umbilicaria vellea were greater than 1. As a result, it has been proven that these lichen species can be used as good biomonitors of pollution.

    • SDG 6 · Temiz Su ve Sanitasyon
    • SDG 15 · Karasal Yaşam
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    Hatuniye Medresesi Cephelerinde Meydana Gelen Taş Bozunmalarının Analizleri

    Dal, Murat; Ergin, Şefika; Ay, İlhami; Çelik, Ayşe Biçen

    Geleneksel yapılarda doğal taşın dayanıklılığı, yapıların günümüze kadar ayakta kalabilmesi için önemlidir. Dış çevre faktörlerinin doğal taş malzemeler üzerinde olumsuz etkileri vardır. Malzeme olumsuz etkenlere maruz kaldığında taşta bozulmalar meydana gelmektedir. Bu bozulmaların ve nedenlerinin doğru tespit edilmesi ve çözüm önerilerinin sunulması yapıların gelecek nesillere aktarılması için önemlidir. Bozulmaya neden olan etkenlerin tespit edilememesi hasarların büyümesine ve yeni hasar oluşumlarına yol açmaktadır. Çalışmada Hatuniye Medresesi’nin yüzeylerindeki bozulmaların ve nedenlerinin tespit edilmesi, sorunların önlenmesi ve doğru müdahalelerin yapılması açısından faydalı olacaktır. Yapılan analizler sonucunda yapının cephelerinde meydana gelen bozulma türleri ve XRF kimyasal analiz sonuçlarına göre taşın kimyasal özelliklerindeki değişimler tespit edilmiştir.

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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2023
    The turkish version of body understanding measure for pregnancy scale: validity and reliability study

    Duman, Mesude; Taşhan, Sermin Timur; Yüksekol, Özlem Doğan

    The objective of this study was to adapt the Body Understanding Measure for Pregnancy Scale into the Turkish language and to examine the psychometric properties in pregnancy. The methodological study was conducted with 508 healthy pregnant women. Language validation, content validation, and pilot scheme are the three phases of cultural adaptation of the scale. The construct validity of the scale was analyzed using both Exploratory and Confirmatory Factor Analyses. The reliability of the scale was tested using parallel-form reliability, test-retest reliability, Cronbach's α coefficient of internal consistency, and item-total correlation. The Confirmatory Factor Analysis conducted supports the three-factor structure of the scale that is constructed by Exploratory Factor Analysis. We determined Cronbach’s α coefficient of internal consistency to vary between 0.78 and 0.88 for the scale total and the subscales. Besides, there was a high correlation between the parallel-form reliability, test-retest reliability, and item-total correlation of the scale. The Turkish version of Body Understanding Measure for Pregnancy Scale is a validated and reliable tool designed to evaluate the body image concerns of Turkish pregnant women.

    • SDG 3 · Sağlık ve Kaliteli Yaşam
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  • MakaleAçık Erişim2023
    A semiological analysis of Exodus (1960)

    Hamarat, Abdulkadir

    This paper aims to present a semiological analysis of the film Exodus (1960). The representation of Arabs in the twentieth century, especially in the second half, is very much in parallel with the political developments of the period. After the First World War, the Ottoman Empire, which had ruled the region for centuries without any significant turmoil, lost its lands in the Middle East where different races had co-existed in peace for generations. The Western powers quickly filled the power vacuum, redesigned the Middle East and created new mandates. The British Government promised the Jews to create their own state in one such mandate, Palestine, in 1917. Conflicts arose between Arabs and Jews when the latter began to purchase lands and settle in Palestine in increasing numbers. The founding of the state of Israel after the Second World War only contributed to the bloodshed. The image of Arabs as bloodthirsty terrorists begins to appear in the Western media and especially in the Hollywood films in this period. The present study undertakes to explore one such film, Exodus (1960), in terms of its treatment of Arabs. The film relates the incidents that take place not long before the founding of the state of Israel in 1948.

    • SDG 16 · Barış, Adalet ve Güçlü Kurumlar
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