bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Síndrome da sulfona e reação reversa
Authors: Opromolla Diltor Vladimir Araújo , Fleury Raul Negrão
Published: January 2024

Um homem de 68 anos de idade, cor preta, interna-se por hanseníase multibacilar, não tratada, apresentando infiltração cutânea difusa e nódulos raros de Eritema nodoso hansênico. Na época, (1982) foi tratado com sulfona e talidomida. Um mês e meio após o início do tratamento surge erupção cutânea eritematosa difusa, acompanhada de febre alta, adenomegalia generalizada e hepatoesplenomegalia. O hemograma demonstrou leucocitose intensa com linfocitose e atipias de linfócitos. Evoluiu com icterícia, desidratação, confusão mental, falecendo no 4' dia após instalação da erupção referida. Na necropsia o substrato do exantema generalizado é um infiltrado linfocitário pleiomórfico em pele, mucosas e vísceras. Este quadro foi interpretado como a "Síndrome da Sulfona", manifestação de hipersensibilidade à esta droga e que em muitos aspectos mimetiza ou induz o aparecimento de uma mononucleose infecciosa. Há algumas publicações sobre esta síndrome, algumas relatando casos fatais, más não há descrição de achados necroscópicos. Ao lado do infiltrado linfocitário atípico observou-se também reação granulomatosa tuberculóide generalizada englobando infiltrado de padrão virchoviano com baciloscopia rica. Os autores acreditam que este quadro representaria uma reação reversa induzida pela "Síndrome da Sulfona".
Ultrastructural study of the dermal nerves in the cutaneous macular lesions of patients with early leprosy
Authors: Antunes Sergio Luiz Gomes , Noviski Maria Eugenia Gallo , Nery Jose Augusto da Costa , Almeida Sônia Maria Rocha de , Sarno Euzenir Nunes
Published: January 2024

Thirteen biopsies of macular lesions of early leprosy patients were studied ultrastructurally with transmission electron microscopy (TEM). All of the biopsies displayed at least one dermal nerve partially or completely encircled by mononuclear cells in the conventional histopathological study with light microscopy The patients'diagnosis varied from indeterminate leprosy to borderline tuberculoide (BT). In the ultrastructural study,twenty-seven dermal nerve branches were found in the thirteen biopsies. Twenty dermal nerve branches in eleven biopsies were found to display no inflammatory involvement Seven nerves in seven biopsies were morphologically associated with mononuclear leukocytic cells. Four biopsies exhibited nerves with and without inflammatory involvement concomitantly. Three nerves showed morphological evidence of endoneurial fibrosis, not morphologically associated with the inflammatory process at least in the sections examined. No detectable axional andSchwann cell ultra strutural changes even in the twenty-seven nerveswere found. The sensorial loss exhibited by the patients before the institution of treatment was completely reversed in eight patients after the end of multidrug therapy regimen. These findings suggest that sensory loss in the early stages of leprosy may be caused by reversible pathological mechanisms, rather than anatomical damage. It is also possible, concerning the mechanisms of nerve damage in leprosy, to speculate on the existence of a pathological process which may precede the inflammation.
Estimado de prevalencia de lepra
Authors: Suárez Reinaldo E. Gil , Lombardi Clovis
Published: January 2024

Según datos de la OMS, se estima que existe una prevalencia oculta de lepra de alrrededor de 250,000 casos, distribuidos en la mayoría de los países endémicos. Esta situación es producto de Ias características de la enfermedad y de factores operacionales que dificultan el diagnóstico temprano. Por otra parte, los Programas de Control necesitan disponer de datos estimados sobre esta prevalencia oculta a fin de planificar sus acciones y evaluar los resultados de las mismas, por lo que fue elaborado un método sencillo que permite realizar esta estimación , aunque sereconoce que la confiabilidad del mismo depende de la calidad de los datos utilizados en el procedimiento, y que como todo estimado solamente nos permite acercamos a la realidad, sin ser exactamente esta realidad. El método se basa en el hecho, generalmente aceptado, de que los enfermos diagnosticados precozmente presentan menos incapacidades, por lo que se consideró que e/ porciento de casos nuevos que se diagnostican con alguna incapacidad representan un indicador de los enfermos que han dejado de detectarse. Se considero que, de acuerdo al período promedio de incubación, esta estimación debía efectuarse de los cinco anos anteriores al ano en que pretendemos estimar la prevalencia oculta. La prevalencia real estimada sería el resultado del estimado de prevalencia oculta más la prevalenci conocida y para evaluar el resultado de Ias acciones de búsqueda de esta prevalencia oculta sería de esperar que los casos nuevos detectados en el ano fuesen igual a la suma del estimado de la prevalencia oculta más el promedio de casos nuevos detectados de rutina en los últimos cinco anos. Se incluye un anexo com el formulario tipo propuesto para hacer la estimación de la prevalencia oculta.
Monitorization of post elimination period
Authors: Daumerie D.
Published: January 2024

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MOTIVATION, ATTITUDES AND HABITS IN CULTURAL PARTICIPATION AMONG VISITORS TO VISUAL ARTS INSTITUTIONS
Authors: Ursić Sara
Published: January 2024

In this paper we analyze culture as integral aspect of everyday life and the
ways culture is actualized through cultural participation. The research
presented in this paper is part of the Center for Designing the Everyday
project, which aims to explore the current state and possibilities for establishing a new model of participatory governance in culture based on
the model of participatory democracy. In this research, designed and
conducted to assess the state of cultural participation at two intervals
over a two-year period, the aim was to determine whether there are differences in the types of participation and motivations for participation
in cultural events and activities before and after initiatives aimed at reinforcing the model of participatory governance. The paper draws on
three conceptual turns, namely postmodern, cultural, and participatory,
to examine the repositioning of cultural participation in everyday life.
Two surveys were undertaken in 2018 and 2020, targeting an intentional
sample of visitors to cultural institutions and associations operating in
the field of visual arts. Given the specific timeframe, the results are interpreted in the context of the pandemic. Results imply strengthening of
cultural participation connected to cultural consumption, while participation connected to cultural production is decaling. Furthermore, interactive cultural participation in digital and virtual environment indicates
inequalities among different social groups especially when it comes to
elderly population that has proven to be vulnerable in terms of frequency and availability of interactive cultural participation.
Keywords: cultural participation; participatory culture; visitors; visual
art institutions; Croatia
Let Us Build a WordPress Custom Post Type (CPT)
Authors: Chakraborty Sudip , Aithal P. S.
Published: January 2024

Purpose: WordPress is a popular content management system. Almost half of the internet websites are built using WordPress. It stores data as a post inside its database. It has a built-in post type where a programmer or developer can quickly build a post. But sometimes it does not fulfill our requirements. We need to customize the available posts by adding additional fields. Another way is to create a custom post type from scratch. Sometimes, we are not encouraged to implement custom post types due to the lack of practical or lengthy documentation. Here, we provide practical-oriented documentation so researchers can quickly build custom post types into their projects. The CPT module code is freely available to download and use.
Design/Methodology/Approach: We install WordPress websites locally using a “local” application. Inside the plugin folder, we create a folder named “custom-post-type.” Inside the folder, we make a file “index.php.” We add our code inside the file so that when the website refreshes, it establishes a plugin automatically.
Findings/Result: WordPress's custom post type is an outstanding feature. Where the default post type cannot provide proper data structure, the custom post type allows us to fulfill our requirements. We installed a WordPress website using local software and created a custom post. After that, we add data to it. It worked without any issues.
Originality/Value: Many documents are available on WordPress's custom post type. Most of those are lengthy and time-consuming to execute. Sometimes, our researcher cannot afford more time to implement the code into their project. So, consuming several hours, we provide the complete practical process in a very concise manner.
Paper Type: Experimental-based Research.
Health status and health behavior characteristics of Korean adolescents who have dropped out of school
Authors:   The K Association of Education Research, Oh Sang-Wook , So Eun-Sun
Published: January 2024

The purpose of this study is to identify the health status and health behavior characteristics of Korean adolescents who have dropped out of school in order to maintain and improve their health. Using data from the 8th National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (2019-2021), a total of 1,097 adolescents aged 12 to 18 years old, excluding those attending elementary school and 2/3-year college or higher, are eligible in terms of education level. Among these, 53 people who responded that they did not continue their studies after graduation or dropped out were subject to discontinuation of studies. Complex sample logistic regression analysis was conducted to identify characteristics associated with dropping out of school. As a result,, adolescents who dropped out of school were more likely to have not received necessary medical services in the past year compared to adolescents who continued their education (OR: 6.77, 95% CI: 1.84-24.93, p = .004). Additionally, they were more likely to have consumed alcohol in the past year (OR: 3.02; 95% CI: 1.00-9.08, p = .050) and to engage in physical activity less than three times a week (OR: 3.77; 95% CI: 1.44- 9.89, p = .007). These research results mean that the health status and health behavior of adolescents who have dropped out of school are more vulnerable, and it is recommended that they receive necessary medical services and provide education and prevention and management programs to prevent drinking and promote physical activity. It indicates that it is required.
A Study on the Satisfaction and Improvement Plan of Bilingual Chinese Master's and Doctor's Students Studying Abroad: Focusing on N University
Authors:   The K Association of Education Research, Zhang Xiao-Qing
Published: January 2024

This study aims to study Chinese master's and doctoral students in bilingual courses to find out their satisfaction with their study abroad life and suggest improvements. Using phenomenological methods, the researcher selected eight Chinese students with master's and doctoral courses in bilingualism at N University as participants in the study. Data obtained through one-on-one in-depth interviews in Chinese were analyzed using the method suggested by Colaizzi. As a result, Chinese master's and doctoral students were generally satisfied with Korean life, especially studying abroad for master's and doctoral courses, but they reported inconveniences in the fields of major classes, non-major classes, school human relations, school administration and facilities, and through these, the researcher suggested five improvement measures. This study is meaningful as basic data that supplements the gap between previous studies on bilingual master's and doctoral courses. In the future, qualitative and quantitative studies are needed on research participants from a large scale of various backgrounds.
A Study on the Effect of Social Capital on Life Satisfaction among Eldery: Focusing on the Mediating Effect of empowerment
Authors:   The K Association of Education Research, Choi Gowoon , Kim Shinyeol
Published: January 2024

The purpose of this study is to identify the association between social capital and life satisfaction among elders, examining the mediation role of empowerment.
Among 414 original responses, 408 participants were included in the final analysis using IBM SPSS Statistics 22.0 and AMOS 22.0.
According to the results, social capital showed direct effects on the level of life satisfaction. Secondly, it was confirmed that higher awareness of social capital was associated with higher levels of empowerment. Thirdly, it was found that higher levels of empowerment were associated with greater life satisfaction. Lastly, it was found that social capital had a positive effect on life satisfaction through empowerment.
The results of the current study highlights practical implications for future support on elderly population. Practical and political efforts are suggested to assist elders form social capital, to ultimately increase empowerment for greater quality of life.
The results support and expand the current literature to clarify the association between social capital, satisfaction in life and impact of elderly population. Detailed implications and future research directions are discussed.
A Study on Pre-service Early Childhood Teachers' Childhood Play Experiences
Authors:   The K Association of Education Research, Kim jiyoung
Published: January 2024

The purpose of this study is to investigate the childhood play experiences of pre-service early childhood teachers and their meanings. The study participants were 58 second-year students (55 females and 3 males) of the Department of Early Childhood Education at a junior college in Gyeonggi-do. The research method consisted of the study participants in small groups discussing their childhood play experiences, and then writing a report on the contents of the discussion. The collected data extracted meaningful words and phrases from the contents of the discussion report and analyzed their meaning. The results of the study are as follows. The games that the pre-service teachers liked and disliked in childhood were individual play, group play, indoor play, and outdoor play, and the reasons for liking or disliking them reflected the characteristics of the play, the characteristics of the play, and the individual inclinations. In addition, what I was able to gain through childhood play experiences helped me develop in various fields, and I was able to feel positive emotions and create memories. It is believed that the results of this study will help pre-child teachers understand children's play experiences and meanings by recalling their childhood play experiences, and will provide basic data for strengthening play guidance and support capabilities by acquiring children's play support skills.
The Study on the Response Characteristics of Bird’s Nest according to the Parent Attachment Level of juvenile delinquents
Authors:   The K Association of Education Research, Ryu Jung-Mi
Published: January 2024

The purpose of this study is to determine whether the Bird's Nest Drawing(BND) test has any possibility to be used as a psychological assessment tool for evaluating the response characteristics of juvenile delinquents according to their level of attachment to their parents. The subjects of this study were 252 juvenile delinquents who received criminal punishment from a juvenile protection institution located in G City. And the research tools used were a Bird's Nest Drawing test and a parent-attachment scale to determine the level of parental attachment. Data analysis was conducted through cross-analysis using SPSS 25.0.
The research results are as follows. First, in the response characteristics of juvenile delinquents to Bird Nests Drawing, significant differences were found in nest content, presence or absence of nest support and trees, distance from parent birds, threats, use of space, and number of colors. Second, in the response characteristics of juvenile delinquents to the Bird's Nest story, significant differences were found in the theme and emotion classification of the story content.
Based on the results of this research, it was confirmed that the Bird's Nest Drawing (BND) test can be used as a tool to evaluate psychological characteristics through the level of juvenile delinquents’ attachment to their parents.
Measuring the Stress of Customer Center Workers using the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS): Focusing on Customer Center in Gwangju
Authors:   The K Association of Education Research, Park Deuk
Published: January 2024

Currently, the customer center is used along with names such as call center and contact center. It is an industrial field that is highly dependent on human resources as it manages the contact point between companies and customers and is responsible for customer response services.
Customer center workers are stressed for a variety of reasons, including malicious complaints, verbal abuse, emotional labor, work overload, performance pressure, low performance compensation, and no guaranteed rest.
Therefore, in this study, we measured how much stress workers feel among customer center workers using the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS). In addition, we measured the level of awareness of stress depending on gender, age, education, years of service, rank, and marital status, and verified whether there was a difference in the average stress for each group.
As a result of measurement according to the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS), 15% were at an overall normal level (13 points or less), 19% were at a slightly stressful level (14 to 16 points or less), and 19% were at a moderate stress level (17 to 18 points or less). ) and 51% for severe stress (scores of 19 or higher), respectively, showing that the proportion of severe stress was quite high.
This study is believed to be able to provide basic data to understand the stress felt by customer center workers, and will inform the importance of stress management for customer center workers.
A Study on Basic Data on Antioxidant and Anti-inflammatory of Mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana) Stems
Authors:   The K Association of Education Research, Yoo Dan Hee , Lee In Chul
Published: January 2024

By verifying the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of Garcinia mangostana stem 70% ethanol extract (GMSE), we confirmed its utility as a natural material. In this study, experiments using GMSE were conducted to discover natural substances related to antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. First, as a result of measuring the total polyphenol content of GMSE, the content was confirmed to be 508.82 ± 0.98 mg TAE/100 g. To confirm the antioxidant activity of GMSE, electron donating activity and ABTS radical scavenging activity were measured. The electron donation showed an 87.2% result at a final concentration of 1,000 μg/mL, and the ABTS radical measurement showed an activity close to 100% at a concentration of 50 μg/mL, and confirmed an effect similar to that of vitamin C, the control group. In order to measure anti-inflammatory activity through cell experiments, the cell viability of GMSE for RAW 264.7 cell, a macrophage, was confirmed. Based on these results, NO inhibitory activity, a factor related to inflammation, was measured below 500 μg/mL concentration. As a result, an inhibitory effect of 26.83% was confirmed at the final concentration of 500 μg/mL. Based on this, it has been verified that GMSE is effective in antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities, and it is intended to be used as basic data for the use of natural materials afterwards.
Research Trends on Youth Internet Gambling
Authors:   The K Association of Education Research, Park Seon-Tae
Published: January 2024

The purpose of this study is to find ways to protect, treat, and prevent the risks of Internet gambling by considering the personal and social environmental characteristics of youth among various social problems in modern society. To achieve the purpose, a total survey was conducted focusing on master's and doctoral theses and academic journals published in Korea from 2018 to March 2023, and a total of 68 papers were analyzed by percentage. As a result, first, the trend by year was the highest with 16 in 2018, and the largest number of academic papers was 12 in 2021, and research is continuing. Second, the most common status by research subject was 43 papers targeting middle and high school students, and 44 research studies by research method type. Third, the trend by research topic was in the order of problem gambling, gambling behavior, gambling addiction, and gambling experience, and the subtype of each research topic was irrational gambling beliefs. Fourth, positive correlations among gambling influencing factors include irrational beliefs, stress, family conflict, and parental neglect, while negative correlations include self-esteem, ego resilience, and family cohesion. A limitation of this study is that it failed to consider various research methods as it was an analysis of existing research on youth internet gambling. In follow-up research, there will be a need to research and develop regulations, preventive measures, and treatment programs related to Internet gambling in a customized manner suitable for various targets.
The mediating effect of self-leadership in the relationship between empathy and interpersonal competence of nursing college students
Authors:   The K Association of Education Research, Lee Yon-Sil , Lee Myoung-Hee
Published: January 2024

The purpose of this study is to identify the relationship between self-leadership, empathy ability, and interpersonal competence of nursing students, and to investigate the mediating effect of self-leadership and factors influencing interpersonal competence. For this, data were collected from 368 nursing students as research subjects, frequency analysis and descriptive statistical analysis were conducted, and Sobel verification was performed to verify Pearson's correlation coefficient, regression analysis and mediating effect. As a result of the study, first, it was found that nursing students' empathy ability had a significant effect on interpersonal competence. Second, it was found that nursing students' self-leadership had a significant effect on interpersonal competence. Third, it was found that self-leadership had a complete mediating effect in the relationship between empathy ability and interpersonal competence of nursing students.
These findings will serve as the theoretical basis for developing programs to improve nursing students' interpersonal skills and provide implications for ways to improve nursing students' empathy and self-leadership.
Surgical Repair of Mid-penile to Distal Hypospadias in Children; Report of 93 Cases
Authors: Mumtaz H. Khan  , Naila Yaqub  , Fahim Ahmad  , Amna H Khan
Published: January 2024

Objective: To present the single surgeon’s experience in surgical repair of mid-penile to distal hypospadias in a series of 93 cases.

Methodology: This is a retrospective study of management of patients of mid penile to sub coronal hypospadias at a median age of 24 months between June 2011 to August 2021. All the children were followed up for 6 months. Eighty-three children were between the age of 1 to 4 years and 10 children were from the age of 5 to 8 years. All the patients underwent physical examination to confirm the diagnosis and to exclude associated anomalies. All the children having mid penile to sub coronal hypospadias were included. All children with glanular hypospadias were excluded from the study. The repair was done under general anesthesia while using tubularized incised plate (TIP) technique.

At completion of surgery compression dressing with transparent Tagaderm was used for one week in all the patients.

Results: All of 90 patients had excellent cosmetic and functional outcome. Only 3 patients developed fistula which needed surgical intervention.

Conclusion: Surgical repair of mid penile to sub coronal hypospadias by tubularized incised plate (TIP) technique is safe and effective. Compression dressing with transparent Tegaderm prevents complications of hematoma formation and wound infection.
Liquid Biopsies in Genitourinary Malignancies
Authors: Li Roger
Published: January 2024

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Utilizing Cell-Free Urinary and Plasma Tumor DNA to Predict Pathologic Stage at Radical Cystectomy
Authors: Murthy Prithvi B. , Gould Billie , Davaro Facundo , Du Pan , Camperlengo Lucia , Naidu Shreyas , Rose Kyle , Gilbert Scott M. , Spiess Philippe E. , Sexton Wade , Grass G. Daniel , Jain Rohit , Wang Xuefeng , Meeks Joshua J. , Necchi Andrea , Cheng Liang , Jia Shidong , L1 Roger
Published: January 2024

ObjectiveTo assess the ability of cell-free urinary and plasma tumor DNA (cfDNA) to predict pathologic stage at radical cystectomy for patients with clinical muscle-invasive bladder cancer. MethodsA total of 25 patients with clinical muscle-invasive bladder cancer were enrolled before undergoing radical cystectomy. Blood and urine were collected before surgery. The 600-gene PredicineATLAS panel was used to sequence blood buffy-coat germline DNA, plasma cfDNA, and urine cfDNA samples. Low-pass whole genome sequencing was performed on plasma- and urine-derived cfDNA. CfDNA tumor fraction (TF), genome-wide copy number burden (CNB), and estimated tumor mutational burden (TMB) were measured in both plasma and urine samples and their correlation with pathologic T-stage was examined. ResultsThree of 25 plasma samples had insufficient cfDNA. In 22 of 22 plasma samples and 24 of 25 urine samples, at least one nonsynonymous somatic variant was detected. Across the cohort, 44% of plasma variants were concordant with paired urine variants. The mean number of variants did not differ between noninvasive (< pT1/pN0) and invasive disease (≥ pT1 or N+) for both plasma (8 vs. 9.5 variants; P = 0.85) and urine (33.7 vs. 30 variants; P = 0.45). A strong correlation was observed between urine TF and urine CNB score within patients (rv = 0.92). Plasma TF (r = 0.38), urine TF (r = 0.21), and urine CNB score (r = 0.16) exhibited positive correlations with pT stage. Patients with carcinoma in situ (CIS) had higher mean urine TF and CNB scores ( P = 0.07 and P = 0.05, respectively). Plasma TF and CNB score did not correlate with the presence of CIS.ConclusionsCombining plasma- and urine-based cfDNA analysis may help identify patients with residual disease at radical, although we were unable to predict pathologic T-stage based on these metrics.The presence of CIS may contribute to greater urinary CNB and TF levels. Considering CIS in the analysis may improve the ability to correlate tumor metrics with pathologic stage. Low-pass whole genome sequencing–derived urinary CNB correlates strongly with urinary TF and may provide a less resource-intensive method for future longitudinal disease monitoring.
Procesos de individualización de las mujeres en la movilidad ciclista en Puebla
Authors: Tapia López Sergio
Published: January 2024

Las prácticas de movilidad en vehículos no motorizados, como la bicicleta, están atravesadas por procesos de individualización y éstos, a su vez, por las condiciones de género. Algunas de estas expresiones se refieren a aprendizajes, voluntades, autocuidados y acciones individuales que se ponen en juego en los desplazamientos dentro de ciudades donde se priorizan los automóviles sobre otros vehículos. Este artículo da cuenta de las experiencias de mujeres ciclistas en la ciudad de Puebla donde, debido a las condiciones que no incitan al uso de la bicicleta, ponen en marcha recursos individuales para solucionar ellas mismas las dificultades de movilidad cotidiana.
Dermatitis seborreica y liquen plano en el trasplante capilar. Un diagnóstico diferencial crucial
Authors: Álvarez Suriaca Xavier , Pedraz Muñoz Javier
Published: January 2024

"El trasplante capilar ha demostrado ser una intervención efectiva en la restauración capilar, pero enfrenta desafíos específicos cuando se trata de pacientes con liquen plano. Este artículo aborda el crucial diagnóstico diferencial entre el liquen plano y la dermatitis seborreica, destacando la importancia de una evaluación correcta antes de indicar el procedimiento de trasplante capilar. La dermatitis seborreica, caracterizada por la inflamación crónica del cuero cabelludo, y el liquen plano, una afección inflamatoria de la piel y las mucosas, presentan similitudes clínicas, lo que subraya la necesidad de una diferenciación cuidadosa. La dermatitis seborreica, aunque común, tiende a tener un impacto limitado en la supervivencia de los injertos capilares; mientras que el liquen plano puede comprometer significativamente los resultados debido a que la inflamación puede inducir un daño potencial a los folículos trasplantados. Este análisis resalta la importancia de la clínica, la dermatoscopia y, principalmente, la histología en el proceso diagnóstico. La dermatoscopia puede revelar patrones específicos en el cuero cabelludo, mientras que la histología desempeña un papel crucial para confirmar el diagnóstico, especialmente en casos donde las manifestaciones clínicas no permiten un diagnóstico preciso. En conclusión, la identificación correcta de la dermatitis seborreica o del liquen plano es fundamental antes de proceder a una cirugía de trasplante capilar. Este enfoque diferencial permite aplicar la opción terapéutica adecuada y realizar una selección de pacientes en función de las expectativas de resultado en trasplante capilar."
Diplomacia Científica para Mudanças Climáticas: Pensando a Ciência, Tecnologia e Inovação para Oceanos no Brasil
Authors: Abreu Júlia Eduarda Gouveia Rabelo de
Published: January 2024

Objetivo: Este artigo busca apresentar os impactos das mudanças climáticas nos oceanos, com ênfase no avanço da ciência oceânica no Estado brasileiro. Destaca-se a responsabilidade da esfera pública em desenvolver políticas climáticas responsivas para os efeitos das alterações climáticas nas zonas costeiras, principalmente diante do aumento do nível do mar. Método: O trabalho se divide em três seções. Primeiramente, busca-se compreender a dimensão das mudanças climáticas para os oceanos, considerando a relevância do tema no cenário internacional e a importância da diligência na gestão pública. Em seguida, explora-se o conceito de diplomacia científica para mudanças climáticas, examinando os principais meios de promoção e a integração da ciência, tecnologia e inovação para o desenvolvimento de medidas eficientes de adaptação e resiliência. Por último, os conceitos expostos são interpretados na política brasileira. Resultados: Dos 120 periódicos científicos sobre administração pesquisados na base Spell, apenas 17% adotam o resumo estruturado. A amostra analisada permite evidenciar que o resumo estruturado é mais utilizado por periódicos situados nos estratos B1 e B2 no ranking Spell (ANPAD). Conclusões: Recomenda-se que os editores/autores de revistas de ciências sociais considerem a adoção de resumos estruturados. Acrescenta-se que os resumos estruturados elaborados para periódicos de Ciências Sociais Aplicadas são mais informativos, mais fáceis de ler e de pesquisar ao compará-los com os resumos tradicionais.
Phytochemical and Antimicrobial Activity Screening of Stem Extracts of Tinospora cordifolia
Authors:   Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Sardar Bhagwan Singh University, Dehradun (Uttarakahnd), India, Nautiyal Niki , Bhatt Pooja
Published: January 2024

Tinospora cordifolia is a popular medicinal plant which is used in several traditional medicines to cure various diseases. The common names are Amrita and Guduchi, belonging to the family ofMenispermaceae. The aim of the study wastostudythestemextractoftraditionalmedicinal plant, T. cordifolia for qualitative estimation of phytoconsituents and subsequently to determine its antibacterialactivity againsttwotest microorganismsEscherichiacoliandPseudomonas aeruginosa to authenticate its use in traditional medicines. Stems were air-dried and coarsely powdered samples were subjected to Soxhlet extraction using diverse solvents (Hexane, chloroform, ethyl acetate and methanol and water). Freshlypreparedextractswereexposedtostandard phytochemicalanalysisforqualitativeestimationof phytoconsituents. The antibacterial activity of the stemextractofT.cordifoliawasdeterminedbyagar well diffusion method. Phytochemical analysis revealedthepresenceofseveralphytochemicalsviz., alkaloids, flavonoids, steroids, phenol, tannins, steroid,terpenoids,saponinsandsugars.The Introduction Treesandplantsareofsupremeimportanceforlife of humans since ancient times. Man depended on themforhisphysicalneedssuchassourcesforfood, shelter,clothing,medicine,ornamentstoolsandfor spiritualneeds.Indiaisacountryrichinindigenous herbal resources which grow on their varied topography and under changing agro-climatic conditions permitting the growth of almost 20,000 plantspecies,ofwhichabout2,500areofmedicinal value1,2.Peoplesarenow showing interestinplant deriveddrugsmainlyduetothecurrentwidespread belief that 'Green Medicine' is safe and more dependable than the costly synthetic drugs which have adverse side effects. Medicinal plants are mostlylocallyavailablerelativelycheaperandthere is every virtue in exploiting such local and traditionalremedieswhentheyhavebeentestedand proven to be non-toxic, safe, inexpensive and culturallyacceptableto the community3.Tinospora cordifoliaisashadyclimbingshrubbelongingto thefamilyManispermaceae,isfoundinthetropical areasofIndia,Pakistan,SriLanka,Burma,Africa, methanolicextractdisplayedthepresenceofhighest AustraliaandChina.4Thephytochemical number ofphytochemical compounds. It may be duetothehighersolubilityofactivecomponentsin this solvent as compared to other solvents.The results revealed that the methanolic extract exhibit theeffectiveantibacterialactivityagainstthetested bacterial species . The studies justify the use of T. cordifoliaintraditionalmedicines.Theinvestigation furtherproposedthatthemetabolitespresentinleaf tissue of T.cordifolia can be potential source of novel natural antibacterial and antioxidant agents and can be prospective applications in food industry as an antioxidant.
Microbial contamination of eye make up product: Herbal Mascara a concern
Authors:   Department of Microbiology, Shriram Institute for Industrial  Research 19, University road, Delhi.-110007, India, Gaurav Dimri Amita
Published: January 2024

Eyes are one of the most important features when it comes to beauty. Various cosmetics are used to enhance their level of attractiveness like mascaras, eyeliners, eye shadow among many more. Out of these above products mascara is the one which amplifies the eyelashes to look thick and long thus providing people with glamorous look to the eyes. But these cosmetic products must be safe to use by the consumers. In our study different brands of 15 mascara samples were randomly purchased from various cosmetic shops from suburbs of Delhi and examined microbiologically as per Indian Standard on cosmetics. Quantitativeresults of total microbial count ranged from 102 to 108cfu g-1, whereas, in case of Yeast and Mould it was from 60 to 107cfu g-1. Presence of microbial contamination in all examined mascara samples was found to be very high as compared to fungal count. Total microbial count, yeast & mould count exceeded the expected standard by considerable margin. Out of the 15 samples Pseudomona-saeruginosa was found in 6 samples whereas Staphylococcus aureus was found in 4 samples. However, none of the mascara samples were contaminated with Escherichia coli. The presence of Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Candida albicans and Staphylococcus aureus was found to be 40%, 47% and 27% respectively. Staphylococcus aureus is an organism associated with common infections caused due to any damage to the eye balls. Whereas, Pseudomonas aeruginosa is one of the most common agent in eye infections like conjunctivitis, keratitis and opthalmitis. Contamination in mascara may be a result of poor hygiene, contaminated raw materials or the susceptibility of the ingredients present in the cosmetic eye preparations.
Henriet Benoît (2021) - Colonial Impotence: Virtue and Violence in a Congolese Concession (1911-1940), Berlin, De Gruyter
Authors: Bernault Florence
Published: January 2024

Henriet Benoît (2021), Colonial Impotence: Virtue and Violence in a Congolese Concession (1911-1940), Berlin, De Gruyter, XIV + 191 p.
Utilizing iPad in TEYL: Some Benefits and Barriers
Authors: Sari Preti Maha
Published: January 2024

At present, tablet devices are used in teaching in the schools across the nation, the most popular device is iPad and the role of

teachers in using technology especially iPad is very crucial to serve the learners in order to make them learn better in a fun

way. The objective of this study was to investigate the use of the iPad for teaching and learning in terms of benefits and the

barriers through the experiences of classroom teachers and students in one of Primary School in Palembang, Indonesia.

Qualitative methods, including teacher and student-participant interviews, classroom observations, and document review

were utilized in this study. The purposefully selected sample consisted of three primary English teachers and two students

grade 6 who were used iPad for teaching and learning. The research revealed that the use of iPad for teaching English for

young learners was good. It had some advantages that support student learning and teacher teaching. However, despite the

positive sides of using iPad, teachers and students faced numerous barriers, such as technical problem, lack of proper skill,

and others.
Financial performance determinants of Ukrainian agricultural companies in the pre-war period
Authors: Lehenchuk Serhii , Raboshuk Alina , Zhyhlei Iryna , Zakharov Dmytro , Fedoryshyna Lidiia
Published: January 2024

Purpose. The purpose of the article is to identify the determinants of the financial performance of agricultural companies in Ukraine in the pre-war period.

Methodology / approach. Panel data regression analysis, carried out using the GRETL software, was used as a research method. The financial statements of thirty Ukrainian agricultural companies over the defined period 2015–2021 were selected to be data for analysis. Three models were constructed in the article based on the use of three different dependent variables (Return on Assets, Return on Equity, Return on Sales) and seven independent variables (Current Ratio, Capital Intensity, Export Intensity, Leverage, Size, Dummy variable for agricultural sub-sectors, Dummy variable for location). The selection of the mentioned independent variables was logically substantiated by the structure of the financial reports of the Ukrainian agricultural companies and analytical system “You Control”.

Results. The study of the determinants of financial performance of the agricultural companies is a widespread area of research among academicians, however, is characterized by quite controversial results. Some of these conclusions were refuted, but certain results were confirmed on the example of Ukrainian enterprises. The results of the panel regression analysis with respect to Models 1-3, partially are in contradiction with the conclusions of other studies regarding the impact of the determinants on the financial performance of agricultural companies. None of the chosen independent variables has a significant effect on all the dependent variables as investigated in the article, namely ROA, ROE, and ROS. This confirms the formulated in the study hypothesis regarding the availability of a unique set of financial performance determinants for agricultural enterprises for each individual country. The independent variables used in the study have the most significant impact on ROA. Primarily, ROA is significantly affected by CAPI (5 % level), EXPI (10 % level), and DVL (5 % level). The results obtained confirm a need for improving regional support and ensuring an access to capital for agricultural enterprises in Ukraine.

Originality / scientific novelty. The originality of the conducted research lies in the study of a set of factors that influenced the financial condition of Ukrainian agrarian companies in the pre-war period, considering the peculiarities of the Ukrainian agrarian sector of the economy.

Practical value / implications. Investors and financial institutions can benefit from the research results. By recognizing which factors have the most significant impact on financial performance, they can make more informed decisions when considering investments in Ukrainian agricultural companies. Understanding which factors influence financial performance can help in risk management for both agricultural companies and financial institutions.
Маркетинговий складник розвитку ринку органічних харчових продуктів
Authors: Pakhucha Elina
Published: January 2024

Мета. Метою дослідження є ідентифікація інструментів маркетингового складника розвитку ринку органічних харчових продуктів та визначення його впливу на формування лояльності споживачів до органічного сектора економіки.
Результати. У статті розглянуто тенденції та інструменти розвитку органічного виробництва. Визначено принципи, які включають маркетингові складові для забезпечення ефективної оцінки конкурентоспроможності логістичної системи органічної продукції. Узагальнено закордонну практику розвитку ринку органічної продукції, зокрема, на маркетингових засадах. Визначено стратегічні вектори розвитку вітчизняного ринку органічної продукції в Україні на господарському рівні. Проведено аналіз найуспішніших і найвідоміших органічних брендів вітчизняних товаровиробників, зокрема, представлено експортні ринки та продукцію, визначено основні маркетингові інструменти. Сформовано ефективне поєднання елементів комплексу маркетингу для досягнення стратегічних цілей організації через задоволення потреб споживачів. Визначено типи споживачів на органічному ринку, їх основну характеристику та основні методи впливу. Запропоновано маркетингові стратегії посилення ринкових позицій підприємств та підвищення їх економічної ефективності.
Наукова новизна. Набуло подальшого розвитку узагальнення й удосконалення інструментів розвитку органічного виробництва, запропоновано елементи комплексу маркетингу за концепцією «7P» для забезпечення розвитку органічного ринку.
Практична цінність. Запропоновано методи впливу при роздрібному продажі органічної продукції за типом споживачів для вирішення проблеми поінформованості споживачів та формування лояльності до органічного сектора. Використання запропонованих маркетингових стратегій сприятиме посиленню ринкових позицій суб’єктів ринку та підвищенню їх економічної ефективності.
Інтегрована звітність провідних компаній у сфері корпоративної соціальної відповідальності у ЄС та Україні: кейс-стаді та бенчмарк-аналіз
Authors: Makarenko Inna , Serpeninova Yulia , Oleksich Zhanna , Kostenko Olena , Pugovkina Yulia
Published: January 2024

Мета. Метою цього дослідження є порівняння підходів до складання і подання інтегрованої звітності європейських та українських компаній – лідерів з корпоративної соціальної відповідальності на основі методів кейс-стаді та бенчмарк-аналізу, а також розроблення напрямів гармонізації таких підходів.

Результати. У статті систематизовано історичні аспекти подання інтегрованої та кліматично орієнтованої звітності у ЄС та Україні, існуючі стандарти та рекомендації й досвід її подання на основі методів компаративного аналізу. Доведено, що європейське законодавство у сфері обліку, сталого розвитку та розкриття нефінансової інформації виступає бенчмарком для зближення облікових систем України та ЄС. На основі методу кейс-стаді узагальнено практику розкриття інформації зі сталого розвитку глобальних корпорацій, таких як Microsoft, Apple, представлених на європейському ринку. Узагальнено досвід провідних українських компаній у сфері корпоративної соціальної відповідальності щодо розкриття нефінансової інформації та забезпечення прогресу за Цілями сталого розвитку. Розглянуто систему факторів, що стримують розвиток інтегрованої звітності та процесів розкриття інформації щодо змін клімату і сталого розвитку. Установлено, що відсутність запобіжних заходів щодо цих факторів може мати негативний накопичувальний ефект для гармонізації європейської та української облікових систем.

Наукова новизна. Новизна отриманих результатів полягає в обґрунтуванні євроінтеграційних трендів у реформуванні національної системи обліку компаній, зорієнтованої на висвітлення кліматично орієнтованих аспектів, Цілей сталого розвитку в інтегрований спосіб.

Практична цінність. Одержані практичні результати бенчмарк-аналізу можуть бути використані регуляторами під час формування напрямів гармонізації інтегрованої звітності українських компаній відповідно до європейських підходів, а також самими компаніями для удосконалення підходів щодо звітування за кліматичними таргетами та Цілями сталого розвитку.
Міжнародні відносини Україна – НАТО: сучасний стан і шляхи розвитку
Authors: Shyshkin Ivan , Voronova Olena , Datso Taras
Published: January 2024

Мета статті є висвітлення сучасного стану та шляхів розвитку міжнародних відносин Україна – НАТО на основі динаміки розвитку співробітництва за 1991–2023 рр.

Результати. У статті детально досліджено динаміку відносин Україна – НАТО за період 1991–2023 рр. на основі вивчення основних договорів про співпрацю, стратегії та політики Альянсу щодо України та Стратегій національної безпеки, воєнної безпеки України 2021 р. Авторами виділено ключові ознаки та етапи відносин Україна – НАТО. Серед ключових ознак – розвиток інституційно-правових засад взаємодії держав з початку 1991 р. до 2010-х рр. для забезпечення співпраці у різних сферах: у сфері регіональної євроатлантичної безпеки, у врегулюванні конфліктів та виконанні операцій, у політичній, економічній, правовій та оборонній сферах. З початку ескалації конфлікту на сході України та анексії Криму у 2014 р. розпочався новий етап відносин, посилюється прагнення до членства в НАТО. Проте ключова перешкода набуття статусу члена – корупційні ризики в політичній сфері. Із початком повномасштабної війни у 2022 р. співпраця між Україною – НАТО посилюється, зокрема в інституційному вимірі. Аналіз ключових стратегічних документів доводить узгодженість стратегічних орієнтирів НАТО та України відповідно з політикою сприяння безпеці. Стратегічна концепція НАТО акцентує увагу на найбільш надійному, інтегрованому та узгодженому підході до створення національної, регіональної стійкості проти військових і невійськових загроз і викликів безпеці, зокрема РФ як ключовій загрозі міжнародної безпеки. У Стратегіях національної та воєнної безпеки України РФ також визнано ключовою загрозою національним інтересам, а головною метою визначено всебічну всеохоплюючу оборону України на засадах стійкості, інтеграцію України в євроатлантичний безпековий простір і набуття членства в НАТО. Стратегії передбачають, що майбутні відносини України та держав Альянсу будуть базуватися на узгодженні заходів у межах стратегії всеохоплюючої оборони, стійкості для сприяння регіональній безпеці та миру.

Наукова новизна полягає в практичному аналізі стратегічного партнерства Україна – НАТО та політики держав-членів Альянсу щодо України. Авторами здійснено порівняльний аналіз стратегічних орієнтирів Організації Північноатлантичного договору та Стратегій національної та воєнної безпеки України для виділення перспектив розвитку відносин у контексті забезпечення регіональної стабільності.

Практична цінність полягає в детальному аналізі основних договорів про співпрацю, стратегії та політики Альянсу відносно України у 2022 р. та Стратегій національної безпеки, воєнної безпеки України 2021 р.