Kırşehir Ahi Evran Üniversitesi Kurumsal Akademik Arşivi
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Political and Social Transformation of Kazakhstan during the Years of Revolutions
(Cambridge University Press, 2025) Saktaganova, Elmira; Çetin, Nur; Oshangaliyev, Kazhumkan; Aitmagambetov, Duman; Sailaubai, Yerlan
This article aims to analyse the historical, political, and socio-cultural significance of the Alash Orda movement in shaping Kazakh national identity and the quest for autonomy during the early 20th century. The research draws on a range of primary sources, including archival documents and speeches, as well as scholarly works by Kazakh and international historians. It analyses how Alash leaders developed a multifaceted political strategy to secure autonomy amidst the chaotic transition from imperial rule to revolutionary governance. Central to their approach was diplomacy: the Alash Orda government sought to establish ties with the Russian Provisional Government and A. Kolchak's White Army, aiming to build alliances supportive of Kazakh autonomy. The movement also reached out to international organisations, seeking external recognition and assistance. Despite these efforts, the study demonstrates that Alash Orda ultimately failed to achieve lasting success in establishing a stable autonomous Kazakh state. Alongside this political narrative, the study highlights the cultural and educational initiatives of Alash Orda, particularly its promotion of the Kazakh language and national identity in the face of Russification policies.
Sex Estimation Using Patellar Morphometry: Evidence from a Late Roman Population in Anatolia
(Galenos Publishing House, 2025) Alkan, Yarenkür; Tokpinar, Adem
Objective: Accurate sex estimation is a cornerstone in forensic and bioarchaeological investigations. While the pelvis and skull are traditionally used for this purpose, their absence due to taphonomic damage necessitates the use of alternative skeletal elements such as the patellar. This study evaluates the diagnostic potential of patellar morphometry for sex estimation in a Late Roman population. Methods: The study analyzed 146 adult patellar (70 males, 76 females) recovered from the Karlığın Tepesi Necropolis 3rd-6th centuries AD in Malatya, Türkiye. Standard osteological methods were used to determine sex. Three patellar dimensions/length (PL), patellar width (PW), and patellar thickness (PT)-were measured. Intraobserver reliability was assessed via technical error of measurement (TEM), relative TEM (rTEM), and the reliability coefficient (R). Stepwise logistic regression and receiver operating characteristic analyses were conducted to identify the best predictors of sex. Area under the receiver operating characteristic (AUROC) values, cut-off thresholds, and effect sizes were reported. Results: Statistically significant differences were found between males and females in PL (p=0.001), PW (p<0.001), and PT (p=0.003). The stepwise logistic regression model using PL and PT produced AUROC values of 0.906 in Step 1 and 0.920 in Step 2, with sensitivity and specificity ranging from 82.85% to 94.73%. All intraobserver reliability metrics (TEM, rTEM, R) indicated excellent measurement precision (R=1.000). Conclusions: Patellar morphometry demonstrates high diagnostic accuracy for sex estimation, particularly when multivariate models are applied. Despite the moderate discriminative power of patella thickness alone, its combination with other parameters enhances overall performance. The study provides the first population-specific discriminant model for sex estimation using the patella in an Anatolian archaeological sample. However, the skewed sex distribution and the possibility of post-depositional changes in ancient skeletal remains should be considered when interpreting results. Additionally, the population-specific nature of the archaeological sample and the lack of external validation on independent datasets limit the generalizability of the model to other contexts.
Experimental and Theoretical Spectroscopic Properties, Antimicrobial Activity, and Molecular Docking Studies of Methyl 6-Quinolyl Ether
(Taylor and Francis Ltd., 2025) Güney, Merve Nurhan; Yurdakul, Şenay; Erdem, Belgin
In this study, we describe the structural characterization of methyl 6-quinolyl ether (M6-QE) molecule by Fourier Transform Infrared, Raman, and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance spectroscopic analysis. The molecular geometry of the title molecule was optimized by using density functional theory (DFT/B3LYP) with the 6–311++G(d,p) basis set. Molecular characteristics like highest occupied molecular orbital (HOMO)–lowest unoccupied molecular orbital (LUMO) energy, molecular electrostatic potential (MEP) distribution, atomic charges, Fukui, and electron localization functions (ELFs) are computed. Basic thermodynamic properties such as entropy, enthalpy changes, heat capacity, Gibbs free energy, and zero-point vibrational energy under constant pressure in the gas phase for different temperature values were also calculated. Further, nonlinear optical parameters such as dipole moment and linear and first-order hyperpolarizabilities of the title molecule have been studied. Infections caused by microorganisms resistant to antibiotics are still difficult to treat. The antimicrobial activity of M6-QE against pathogenic bacteria and yeast was also investigated in this study. M6-QE was determined to have quite potent antimicrobial activity against B. subtilis and K. pneumoniae. Moreover, this compound showed anti-quorum sensing (QS) activity in C. violaceum ATCC 12472. Also, the title molecule was docked into the reactive regions of protein structures of some microorganisms, and the docking minimum binding affinity values were given. Experiments have demonstrated that M6-QE inhibits harmful bacteria and stops QS, which makes the molecule a viable option for the creation of novel antimicrobial medications.
Analysis of Studies in the Field of Psychological Autopsy in Türkiye: A Meta Synthesis Study
(Association for Clinical Psychology Research, 2025) Taktak, Şafak; Talu, Ertuğrul
This study aims to analyze the studies on the “Psychological Autopsy” method in Türkiye by using the meta-synthesis method. In the process of data collection, the keywords “psychological autopsy” and “completed suicide” were preferred. Google Scholar search engine, TUBITAK ULAKBIM, Dergi Park, Higher Education Council National Thesis Center (YÖKTEZ) databases were used to select the studies to be evaluated within the scope of the research. As a result of the searches, a total of 18 studies, 17 articles, and 1 master's thesis, published in Türkiye between 1994 and 2023, were reached. As a result of the inclusion and exclusion criteria used in determining the studies included in the scope of the research, the research was conducted with 9 studies out of 18 that met the criteria. Each study was subjected to content analysis and analyzed in terms of its aims, methods, study groups, data collection tools, and results obtained. The data obtained were given in tables and in-terpreted. According to the results of the research, when the results related to the aims of the studies on the psychological autopsy method are examined; the aim of investigating the reasons that lead individuals to suicide is the common aim of most of the studies, studies with a qualitative design are the majority as the method in the studies examined, two main sources were used in the selection of study groups: family members and relatives-friends, data were collected using interviews and document analysis as data collection tools, and when the results obtained from the studies were examined, it was determined that they were gathered under seven basic categories: mood, mental illness, self-related, family and relatives-related, suicide method, suicide note and discourse, socio-cultural and economic reasons. Finally, various suggestions were made to the researchers and related institutions who will work in this field.
Akhısm Shaped in Anatolıan Geography with Yassawıdısm and Futuwwa Instıtutıon
(Ankara Haci Bayram Veli University, 2025) Türkmen, İlker
Hodja Ahmet Yesevî, the revered spiritual figure of the Turkistan region, has had a profound influence on the spiritual life of the Turkish people. As clearly evident in his wise sayings or poems, Ahmet Yesevî did not exclude Turkish culture but rather advised adherence to Islamic principles as much as possible. His legacy was carried into the Anatolian region through the saints of Khorasan. Under the patronage of the Abbasid Caliph, the futuwwa institution gained an official identity, and Ahi Evran, who had received a sound education in Baghdad, integrated it with the Akhism system. Like other Horasan erenleri, Ahi Evran is observed to have adopted the Yesevî doctrine as a guiding principle. Akhism, which strongly embodies traces of Turkish culture, opened its doors to individuals devoted to futuwwa and established specific regulations for those aspiring to become ahis (members of the Akhism system). In the first half of the 13th century, the Anatolian Seljuk State, which was engaged in battles against the Byzantine Empire and the Mongols, structured its economic life with the support of the Akhism institution. The Akhis, when necessary, fought heroically and did not refrain from becoming martyrs while resisting oppression. In this study, alongside primary sources, research works have been examined to explore how the Akhism institution took shape in Anatolia, its origins, and its impact on both the state and society. The research highlights that Akhism was not merely an economic structure but also a system that preserved the cultural and moral values of the community. Methodologically, historical sources, authored research works, and a literature review approach have been employed to analyze the role of Akhism in Anatolia. The discussion section demonstrates that Akhism was not only influential in the realm of trade but also played a significant role in shaping the social structure of the state. In this context, the relationship of Akhism with Yesevism and Futuwwa has also been examined in a comprehensive manner. In conclusion, Akhism significantly contributed to the foundation of the Ottoman Empire, establishing the rules of commerce and professional ethics while leaving a lasting imprint on Anatolia.
