Development of Analytical Thinking Tendency Scale: Validity and Reliability Study

This study aims to develop a analytical thinking tendency scale for university students. In this direction, a draft scale, consisting of 50 items, was applied to 574 university students. The obtained data were subjected to reliability tests, explanatory and confirmatory factor analysis (EFA-CFA). The factor analysis showed that the scale is composed of 2 factors. The percentage of variance explained by the factors was calculated as 43%. The fit indexes of the model obtained via CFA showed that the fit indexes of the two-factor structure are sufficient. Considering the reliability coefficients and AVE values calculated within the scope of the research, it can be said that the measurement results are reliable, and the divergent validity of the measurement results is provided. As a result of analyzes, a 5-score Likert type analytical thinking tendency scale consisting of 19-items was developed. According to the findings, it is determined that the analytical thinking tendency scale is a valid and a reliable assessment tool

Anadolu’daki Aphaniidae Hoedeman, 1949 (Teleostei: Cyprinodontiformes) ailesinin genetik analizi

We tested the mitochondrial DNA cytochrome b gene-based (1065 bp.) phylogeny and genetic diversity of tooth-carp fish (Aphaniidae Hoedeman, 1949), many of which are endemic, with a very high species diversity in Anatolia. A total of 107 individuals were studied from 29 stations belonging to 19 Aphaniid species and forty-four haplotypes were identified, all of which were species-specific. The phylogenetic relationships generated by neighbor joining, maximum likelihood and maximum parsimony methods are fully compatible with each other. The generally well supported phylogenetic tree results and genetic distance results supported a structure divided into four lineages corresponding to four genera (Anatolichthys, Paraphanius, Aphanius, and Kosswigichthys). The genetic distance between these four lineages indicated a significant value ranging from 16.6% (between Aphanius and Anatolichthys) to 23.1% (between Aphanius and Paraphanius). Interspecies genetic distances ranged from 1.9% (between P. boulengeri and P. similis) to 24.52% (between A. villwocki and P. mentoides), except for two interspecies distances (A. fontinalis – A. sureyanus, 0.13% and A. maeandricus – A. irregularis, 0.57%). Our results agree with previous studies of the Anatolian Aphaniidae family, which showed a diversification pattern shaped by Pliocene orogenic events. The present results indicate that mitochondrial DNA cytochrome b gene sequences are effective for Aphaniidae species identification and phylogenetic analysisAnadolu'da çok yüksek tür çeşitliliğine sahip, çoğu endemik olan dişli sazancık balıklarının (Aphaniidae Hoedeman, 1949) mitokondri DNA sitokrom b genine (1065 bç.) dayalı filogenisini ve genetik çeşitliliğini test ettik. 19 Aphaniid türüne ait 29 istasyondan toplam 107 örnek incelendi ve türe özgü olan 44 haplotip tanımlandı. Komşu birleştirme, maksimum olabilirlik ve maksimum tutumluluk yöntemleriyle oluşturulan filogenetik ilişkiler birbiriyle tam uyumlu sonuçlar verdi. Genel olarak iyi desteklenen filogenetik ağaç sonuçları ve genetik uzaklık sonuçları, dört cinse (Anatolichthys, Paraphanius, Aphanius, and Kosswigichthys) karşılık gelen dört soydan oluşan bir yapıyı destekledi. Bu dört soy grubu arasındaki genetik mesafe %16,6 (Aphanius ve Anatolichthys) ile %23,1 (Aphanius ve Paraphanius) arasında değişen ciddi bir değer gösterdi. Türler arası genetik mesafeler iki tür grubu (A. fontinalis – A. sureyanus: %0.1 ve A. maeandricus – A. irregularis: %0.6) dışında %2.8 (P. boulengeri ve P.similis) ile %24.5 arasında (A. villwocki ile P. mentoides) arasında değişmektedir. Sonuçlarımız aynı zamanda, Pliyosen orojenik olaylarıyla şekillenen bir çeşitlenme modeli gösteren Anadolu Aphaniidae familyasının önceki çalışmalarıyla da uyumludur. Mevcut sonuçlar, mitokondriyal DNA sitokrom b gen dizilerinin Aphaniidae türlerinin tanımlanması ve filogenetik analizi için etkili olduğunu göstermektedir

Lise Öğrencilerinin Saldırganlık Düzeyinin Çeşitli Değişkenlere Göre İncelenmesi (Gaziantep Örneği)

Bu araştırmanın amacı lise öğrencilerinin saldırganlık düzeylerinin çeşitli değişkenlere göre farklılık gösterip göstermediğini incelemektir. Cinsiyet, yaş, kardeş sayısı, başarı durumu, devamsızlık durumu, işte çalışma, günlük internet kullanma süresi, günlük TV izleme süresi, sosyo ekonomik düzey, anne-babanın eğitim düzeyi, anne-babanın çalışma durumu, ailenin cezalandırma sıklığı, ailenin cezalandırma türü ve aile yaklaşımları gibi değişkenler ile öğrencilerin saldırganlık düzeylerine göre değişip değişmediğini incelemek amacıyla yapılmış betimsel bir çalışmadır. Araştırma grubunun evrenini 2012-2013 eğitim-öğretim yılında Gaziantep İli Milli Eğitim Müdürlüğüne bağlı resmi liseler, örneklemini Gaziantep İli Şehitkâmil ilçesi Milli Eğitim Müdürlüğüne bağlı genel liselerin 10. sınıf öğrencileri oluşturmaktadır. Araştırmanın veri toplama aşamasında Can’ın (2002) Türkçeye uyarladığı Saldırganlık Ölçeği kullanılacaktır. Bağımsız değişkene ait veriler araştırmacı tarafından hazırlanmış olan Kişisel Bilgi Formu kullanılmıştır. Araştırma sonucunda 10.sınıf öğrencilerinin saldırganlık düzeylerinin cinsiyet, yaş, başarı durumu, devamsızlık durumu, günlük internet kullanma süresi, anne-babanın eğitim düzeyi, annenin çalışma durumu, ailenin cezalandırma sıklığı, ailenin cezalandırma türü ve aile yaklaşımları arasında anlamlı olarak farklılaşırken; kardeş sayısı, işte çalışma, günlük TV izleme süresi, sosyo-ekonomik düzey, anne-baba durumu ve ailenin ikamet yeri arasında anlamlı ilişkiye rastlanmamıştır

Examining the Two Categorical Datas by Jmetrik, Bilog-Mg and Irtpro with Application of Mathematics Exam

The aim of this study was to examination of two-category rated mathematics course final exam based on Item Response Theory data analyzed with the help of 2-Parameter Logistic Model and determination of the ability and standard errors with the help of different programs. This study involves a comparative interpretation of some descriptive statistics and analysis. Therefore, research has characterized as relational model which is one of the general survey models. For this purpose, 771 students’ final achievement test responses to a 20-point final exam, were analyzed by BILOG, IRT PRO and JMETRİK programs. Item Response Theory assumptions were analyzed with SPSS and Factor 9.3 programs. Working as a result of the analysis of data all of the IRT assumptions are met and the most appropriate model of data set has been concluded that the twoparameter logistic model. The study also found that there is a statistically significant relationship between the estimated parameters related to individual ability and error at the level of .01. Especially compared to the others there is also significant relationship between JMETRİK and IRT PRO. Different models and methods of research proposals have been made in terms of response patterns to be analyzed a gain for the same data set

Tripolis kuzey nekropolü’nde tespi̇t edi̇len kayaoygu oda mezarlar ve buluntuları

Antik Çağ boyunca önemini yitirmeyen ve modern yaşamın tarihi dokusunu oluşturan Lykos (Çürüksu) Vadisi çevresinde inşa edilmiş antik yerleşimler; doğal alanlarıyla, dini unsurlarıyla, ticari seçenekleriyle büyüme stratejisini geliştirmiş ve coğrafi avantajlarını kullanarak Laodikeia, Hierapolis, Kolossai ve Tripolis bölgenin anakentleri haline gelerek her dönemde bölgenin dini, ticari ve politik merkezleri olmuştur. Söz konusu vadinin kuzeybatısında yer alan Tripolis (Tripolis ad Maeandrum), Helenistik Dönem’den Bizans Dönemi’nin sonlarına kadar mimari yenilemelerle bölge içinde varlığını korumaya devam etmiştir. Zengin mimarisiyle dikkat çeken kent; düzenli şehir planına sahiptir ve nekropol alanları bölgenin coğrafi koşullarını göz önünde bulundurularak farklı tiplerde, kenti çevreleyen plan dahilinde inşa edilmişlerdir. Ölen kişilerin sosyal yaşamlarındaki statüleri her ne kadar ölü gömme adetlerinde bir değişiklik göstermemiş olsa da mekânsal farklılıkları belirleyen ana unsur olmuştur. Kentin güneye doğru, Lykos Vadisi’nin içlerine kadar uzanması ise özellikle Güney Nekropol alanıyla ilgili olmalıdır. Varlıklı aile bireyleri için ayrılmış olan Güney Nekropolü; alan sınırlaması olmayan, geniş, düz, ulaşımı kolay, mermerin taşınmasını ve işçiliği yüksek süslü lahitlerin işlenmesini kolaylaştıran topoğrafyaya sahip olması nedeniyle tercih edilmiş olmalıdır. Kentin batı ve kuzeybatısını sınırlandıran Batı Nekropol alanı, birbirine benzer dörtgen, sade ve süslemeden uzak tek kişilik, ana kayaya oyulmuş tekne biçimindeki kapaklı mezarlar ile kendini göstermektedir. Kent stadyumunun çevresinde yoğunlaşan bu nekropol alanı olasılıkla orta düzey kent sakinleri ile yarışmalarda başarı gösteren sporcular için ayrılmış olmalıdır. Kentin doğusuna konumlandırılan tonozlu mezarlar geç dönem mezar mimarisiyle karşımıza çıkmaktadır. Kentin kuzeyinde ise, sarp ve engebeli tepelerin kuzey, güney ve doğu yamaçlarında dağınık şekilde yerleştirilmiş kaya oygu oda mezarlar bulunmaktadır. Bu mezarların tipolojisi ve kazı çalışmarıyla elde edilen veriler sonucu; Helenistik Dönem’den, MS. 4- 5. yy. a kadar kullanıldığını ortaya koymuştur.The ancient age settlements built around the Lykos / Çürüksu Valley, which have not lost their importance during ancient ages and constitute the historical fabric of modern life; has developed its growth strategy with its natural areas, religious elements and commercial options and by using its geographical advantages, Laodikeia, Hierapolis and Tripolis became the main cities of the region and became the religious, commercial and political centers of the region at all times. Located in the northwest of the valley, Tripolis (Tripolis ad Maeandrum) continued to exist in the region through architectural restorations from the Hellenistic to the end of the Byzantine Term. The city with its rich architecture; has a regular city plan and the necropolis areas have been constructed in different types and within the plan surrounding the city considering the geographical conditions of the region. The case that the city extends to the south and into the Lykos / Çürüksu Valley is especially related to the Southern Necropolis area. The South Necropolis reserved for rich family members; it should be preferred because it has a topography which is easy to access, and it is easy to transport the marble and the processing of decorated ornate sarcophagi. The South Necropolis reserved for wealthy family members; it should be preferred because it has a topography which is easy to Access and it is easy to transport the marble and the processing of decorated ornate sarcophagi. The Western Necropolis area is similar to each other, is simple and unadorned. around the city stadium, this necropolis area is probably reserved for mid-city residents and athletes who are successful in competitions. To the north of the city are rock-cut room graves scattered on the northern, southern and eastern incline of the steep and hilly. As a result of excavation ; From Late Hellenistic Ages until ce.4-5 century the city has been used

Analysis of food safety and cold chain knowledge of logistics students

This study was planned and conducted in order to examine the knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors of university students in the logistics department reading about the food safety and cold chain. The study was conducted on 165 university students (59 girls, 106 boys) who are logistics associate degree students. In the collection of the data, 7 information questionnaire and 20 item attitude scale questionnaires were prepared to determine students' demographic characteristics, food safety, and cold chain knowledge, attitudes and behaviors. The obtained data were evaluated with SPSS 20.0 program using frequency (f), percent (%), t-test and one-way variance analysis (ANOVA) method. It has been determined that students have not received any prior training in the marking of "Have you been trained in Food Safety, Hygiene-Sanitation, Nutrition and Health before?" 146 students (88.5%) answered no to the question " Do you find your information on food safety satisfactory " Statistically significant differences were found in the cold chain information group that the students had given the numbers 1, 6, 7 according to their gender (p <0.05). When the average scores of the infectious disease group were examined, it was determined that they participated in all statements in general. It was determined that there was a statistically significant difference between the responses of the students to the expression 1 and 20 in the cold chain of information group according to their gender (p <0.05). It has been concluded that students are not sufficient in food safety and cold chain knowledge. It has been found that most of the students want to be trained by specialists in the field of the field. Lessons in the curriculum have resulted in food safety and cold chain related compulsory courses, or elective courses that will benefit students to be equipped on a sectoral basis after graduation

Effects of Wastewater Treatment Plant on Water Column and Sediment Quality in Izmir Bay (Eastearn Aegean Sea)

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Clopidogrel responsiveness in chronic kidney disease patients with acute coronary syndrome

Objective: Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). There is conflicting evidence about effect of CKD on clopidogrel responsiveness. We aimed to evaluate the clopidogrel responsiveness in CKD patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS). Methods: A total of 101 patients; 55 with moderate to severe CKD and 46 with normal renal function or mild CKD, hospitalized with ACS were included in our study. Multiplate test was used to determine clopidogrel responsiveness. Platelet aggregation results were presented as aggregation unit (AU)*min and values over 470 AU*min were accepted as clopidogrel low responders. Results: The 101 patients (mean age 64.76±8.67 years; 61 [60.4%] male) were grouped into the two study groups as follows: group 1; 55 patients with eGFR<60 ml/min/1.73 m2 and group 2; 46 patients with eGFR>60 ml/min/1.73 m2. 35 patients (34.7%) of the study population were found to have low response to clopidogrel (16 [34.8%] patients in group 1 and 18 [33.3%] patients in group 2, p=0.879) . There was no significant difference between group 1 and 2 for Multiplate test results (414.67±281.21 vs 421.56±316.19 AU*min, p=0.909). Clopidogrel low responsiveness were independently related to Multiplate test results of aspirin responsiveness (OR=1.004, CI 1.002–1.007, p=0.001) and hemoglobin (OR=0.727, CI 0.571–0.925, p=0.010). Multiplate results were also independently related to Multiplate test results of aspirin responsiveness (β=0.402, p<0.0001) and hemoglobin (β=-0.251, p=0.007). Conclusion: Platelet response to clopidogrel does not differ between patients with eGFR < 60 ml/min/1.73 m2 and eGFR>60 ml/min/1.73 m2

Protective Effect of Curcumin on Liver Damage Induced by Biliary Obstruction in Rats

Objective: The aim of this study is to evaluate the possible protective effects of curcumin against cholestatic oxidative stress and liver damage in common bile duct ligated rats. Material and Methods: A total of 18 male Wistar albino rats were divided into three groups: control, common bile duct ligation (BDL) and BDL+curcumin. Each group contained 6 animals. The rats in the curcumin treated group were given curcumin (100 mg/kg) once a day orally for 14 days, starting 3 days prior to BDL operation. Following 14 days of treatment, all the animals were decapitated and liver tissue samples were obtained for histopathological investigation. Results: The changes demonstrating the bile duct proliferation and fibrosis in expanded portal tracts, including the extension of proliferated bile ducts into lobules, mononuclear cells, and neutrophil infiltration into the widened portal areas, were observed in BDL group. Treatment of BDL with curcumin attenuated liver damage. Both the elevated alpha smooth muscle actin (alpha-SMA), and the activity of TUNEL in the BDL were observed to be reduced with the curcumin treatment. Conclusion: Our data indicate that curcumin reduced BDL-induced cholestatic liver injury, bile duct proliferation, fibrosis

Erosive arthritis in a patient with primary sjogren's syndrome: a case report

Primer Sjögren sendromu, sıklıkla ağız ve göz kuruluğu ile seyreden bir kronik otoimmun ekzokrinopatidir. Ağız içi bezleri ve göz yası bezleri dışında, nadir de olsa diğer ekzokrin bezler de etkilenebilir. En sık kas-iskelet sistem tutulusu ile karsımıza çıkmaktadır. Artralji, sabah tutukluğu ve romatoid artrite benzer kronik inflamatuvar poliartrit, eklem bulgularını oluşturmaktadır. Romatoid artrit'ten farklı olarak, Sjögren sendromunda sabah tutukluğu ve hareket kısıtlığı daha hafif olup, el ve el bilek deformasyonları görülmektedir. Romatoid artrit'ten ayıran en önemli özellik ise, direk grafi ve/veya magnetik rezonans görüntülerde, eklemlerde eroziv değişikliklerin olmamasıdır. Bu bildiride, primer Sjögren sendromu tanısı almış hastada, eroziv artrit rapor edilmiştir.Primary Sjogren's syndrome (SS) is an autoimmune exocrinopathy characterized by dry eyes and dry mouth. Exocrine glands other than salivary and lacrimal glands may be affected less frequently. The most common mode of presentation is musculoskeletal system involvement. Articular signs and symptoms include arthralgias, morning stiffness, and chronic polyarthritis that resemble those seen in rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Compared with RA, the arthritis tends to be more relapsing and remitting, and stiffness is less marked. The distinction fromRAis that, there is not any erosive changes neither on direct radiography nor magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).We report a patient of primary SS presented with erosive arthritis