bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Organizational and economic mechanisms for managing the restructuring of agricultural enterprises in the conditions of integration processes
Authors: Starov Illya V.
Published: December 2024

The article substantiates the necessity of employing organizational and economic mechanisms for managing the restructuring of agricultural enterprises to enhance their competitiveness and adaptability amidst integration processes. The increasing importance of the agricultural sector for the national economy and food security has highlighted the need for agribusinesses to adapt and strengthen their market positions through effective restructuring strategies. This study characterizes key approaches to restructuring, including economic, organizational, strategic, financial, social, technological, and integrative perspectives. Each offers distinct benefits in transforming managerial and production processes. The economic approach, for example, emphasizes cost reduction and improved profitability through more efficient resource management. The article proposes practical mechanisms such as optimizing production processes, automating systems, restructuring financial management, and integrating agricultural enterprises into regional agro-industrial clusters. Examples of production optimization include implementing advanced monitoring systems, employing automation for precise land and crop monitoring, and using precision agriculture technologies to reduce costs related to fertilizers and pesticides. Such technological and organizational restructuring helps enterprises to reduce production costs and increase profitability. The financial restructuring approach is equally critical for addressing limited financial resources and outstanding debts. Strategies within this framework include negotiating with creditors to extend repayment terms, reducing interest rates, and preparing investment projects to attract strategic investors. The proposed framework encourages agricultural enterprises to utilize modern information technologies, innovative financial strategies, and cooperative models, thereby fostering a more robust and adaptive organizational structure capable of responding effectively to external and internal pressures.
Saindo do armário
Authors: Dias Castro Leandro Vinícius
Published: December 2024

O presente escrito intenta o estabelecimento de relações possíveis entre o corpo, as roupas e os modos de vida, notadamente a partir da chamada modernidade estética. Trata-se de ampliar horizontes de reflexão crítica, a partir do embasamento nos autores referenciados, para discutir o impacto da indústria na moda, bem como na produção de subjetividades incorporadas em indivíduos e grupos marcados pelas intersecções sociais de gênero, raça e classe. Tal abordagem dar-se-á a partir de uma análise histórica, notadamente a partir das ocorrências poéticas e políticas relacionadas às aparências do século XX e XXI. O texto tratará de alguns episódios livremente escolhidos na história da Moda ao passo que são expostos alguns trabalhos de estilistas, artistas e grupos de luta social que configuraram manifestações políticas e serviram como base para reflexões elucidadas neste trabalho.
Gambaran Hasil Pemeriksaan Penderita Demam Tifoid dengan Metode Widal di Laboratorium Kesehatan Daerah Kota Sukabumi
Authors: Zaranggi Ahmad , Fauziah Prima Nanda , Widhyasih Retno Martini
Published: December 2024

Typhoid fever is a systemic disease that becomes a world health problem. Typhoid fever occurs in both tropical and sub-tropical countries, especially in developing countries. To determine the exact diagnosis of this disease required examination Widal test. typhoid characterized by prolonged heat followedby bacteremia and bacterial invasion of Salmonella sp. The study aims to determine whether the diagnosis of Typhoid Fever Suspect isappropriate with the Widal Serology Test. The type of this research is descriptive research. Population of this research is outpatient in Sukabumi city health laboratory patients with typhoid fever in august 2020 – april 2021. The sample in this study were as many as 30 respondents. The results showed that the percentage of Widal Serology Test on positive Typhoid Fever was 18 people and 12 people with negative Widal Serology Test results. Positive results for Salmonella typhi O = 9 samples, Salmonella typhi H = 8 samples, Salmonella paratyphi AO as many as 9 samples, with positive results for Salmonella paratyphi BO as many as 11 samples, with positive results for Salmonella paratyphi CO as many as 13 samples, with positive results for Salmonella paratyphi AH as many as 7 samples, with a positive result of Salmonella paratyphi BH as many as 8 samples, with a positive result of Salmonella paratyphi CH as many as 7 samples. The conclusion of this study for the Widal Serology Test in positive Typhoid Fever was around 60%.The conclusion of the writing of this is more a hepatitis b patients (100%) men than women with age 30 - 65 years, decline and a rise in the number of platelets and SGPT and SGOT levels .
Efektivitas Nebulizer, Breathing Control, dan Batuk Efektif Untuk Sesak Napas dan Aktivitas Fungsional
Authors: Hamidah Nurma Auliya , Presditia Ika Mega , Nugraha Dimas Arya
Published: December 2024

Tuberkulosis merupakan suatu penyakit menular yang disebabkan oleh bakteri mikrobakterium tuberkulosis yang menyerang saluran pernapasan bagian bawah area bronkus hingga alveoli dengan  penyebaran  dalam bentuk percikan dahak ke udara melalui batuk. Indonesia menempati peringkat kedua dengan jumlah kasus 969 ribu dan kematian 93 ribu per tahun setara dengan 11 kematian per jam. Gejala yang di temukan yaitu batuk berdahak, sesak napas, penurunan ekspansi sangkar thorak dan penurunan aktivitas fungsional. Penelitian ini merupakan studi kasus pada pasien TB paru di RS Umum Daerah Madiun. Instrumen penelitian menggunakan skala borg untuk menentukan skala derajat sesak napas, Mmrc untuk menentukan fungsional pasien dan pemeriksaan ekspansi sangkar thorak menggunakan midline. Diberikan penanganan fisioterapi berupa Nebulizer dengan frekuensi 3x sehari serta breathing control dan batuk efektif diberikan 2x sehari dengan intensitas 8-10 menit dalam 4 hari, didapatkan terjadi penurunan sesak napas 2 poin, peningkatan ekspansi sangkar thorak sampai 2 tingkatan dan peningkatan fungsional menjadi sesak timbul ketika berjalan cepat. Dapat disimpulkan pemberian Nebulizer, Breathing control, dan batuk efektif untuk menurunkan derajat sesak dan meningkatkan aktivitas fungsioanl pada pasien TB paru.
Hubungan Durasi Mengemudi Dengan Keluhan Nyeri Punggung Bawah (Low Back Pain) Pada Pengemudi Bus Akap Di Terminal Kampung Rambutan Tahun 2023
Authors: Parnonto Wiratama Ibnu , Djaali Nur Asniati , Endarti Ajeng Tias
Published: December 2024

Background: Low back pain disease varies greatly every year with a figure of 15-45%. According to the WHO, 33% of the population in developing countries experience persistent pain. Work as a bus driver is prone to low back pain, resulting from the factors of sitting for a long time in conditions of static vibration, vibration due to the road, ergonomic factors, and the type of seat on the vehicle will cause rapid fatigue and soreness in the waist/lower back area. Objective: to determine the relationship between driving duration and complaints of low back pain in AKAP Bus Drivers at Kampung Rambutan Terminal in 2023 Method: the study used an analytical survey with a cross sectional research design. This research was carried out at the Kampung Rambutan Terminal in July 2023. A sample of 198 respondents was taken using simple randong sampling. The implementation of this research was carried out by distributing questionnaires to respondents. Results: 76 respondents (38.4%) experienced complaints of low back pain and 122 respondents (61.6%) did not experience complaints of low back pain, 167 respondents (84.3%) and 31 respondents (15.7%) had normal driving duration. There is a relationship between driving duration and complaints of low back pain in AKAP Bus Drivers at the Kampung Rambutan Terminal in 2023 (p value =0.000). Recommendation: It is hoped that the government should be able to conduct regular evaluations of occupational health and safety, especially for bus drivers.
Keywords: Lower Back Pain, Driving Duration
Increasing Effect of Syrian Temporary Refugees on Interregional Income and Wealth Inequality
Authors: Çiftçi Ayşe Nur
Published: December 2024

This study aims to assess the impact of the additional population pressure on the interregional income and wealth distribution of the Syrian temporary refugees in Türkiye. Using Excel, we calculated the effect of the additional population pressure from the Syrians in the 26 sub-regions in NUTS 2 on the asset and income distribution among the regions. The asset and income distributions were estimated using the Gini, Theil, Atkinson, and CV methods. Subsequently, we determined the disruptive effect of Syrians on the interregional income distribution in each of the 10 distinct income components. The interregional income distribution deteriorated by 4% to 7% across different income groups. Additionally, we determined the disruptive effect of Syrians on the interregional wealth distribution across 16 different asset components. The deterioration in the interregional asset distribution according to real asset components occurred in a wide band between 1% and 18%. Upon comparing the interregional distribution of income and wealth components, we observed that the additional population pressure of Syrians significantly and steadily increased the inequality in the distribution of income components. Only a balanced distribution of income and wealth can prevent the Syrians, who form their shadow economy, from deteriorating the distribution of income and wealth.
Türkiye'de Asgari Ücret ve Tüketici Güven Endeksi İlişkisi
Authors: Sümer Kibar Gözde
Published: December 2024

Uluslararası Çalışma Örgütü (ILO) asgari ücreti, yapılan işler için ödenmesi gereken ve toplu veya bireysel iş akitleri ile azaltılamayan, verilebilecek en düşük ücret olarak tanımlamaktadır. Öte yandan genel olarak ana akım iktisadın asgari ücret artışlarının ekonomik etkileri üzerine yaptığı analizler, bu artışların fiyatlar genel düzeyi ve işsizlik oranında ortaya çıkaracağı istenmeyen türden sonuçlara vurgu yapar. Ancak asgari ücret değişiminin yol açtığı ve hem ilk planda hem de bağlantılı olarak ortaya çıkabilecek ekonomik etkiler, aslında iktisat literatüründe üzerinde uzlaşı sağlanamamış tartışmalı konular olarak adlandırılabilir. Bu bağlamda asgari ücretteki değişimin tüketim üzerinde ortaya çıkarabileceği olası etkiler de derinlemesine ele alınmamıştır. Bu çalışma Asgari Ücret ve Tüketici Güven Endeksi arasındaki nedensellik ilişkisini araştırmayı hedeflemektedir. Bu anlamda hem Toda Yamamoto nedensellik testi hem de saklı ya da asimetrik nedensellik adı da verilen ve değişkenlerin pozitif ve negatif bileşenleri arasındaki ilişkiyi de analiz edebilen Hatemi-J asimetrik nedensellik testi uygulamada kullanılmıştır. Çalışmanın ana bulgusu reel asgari ücret ile tüketici güven endeksi arasında istatistiksel anlamda anlamlı bir nedensel ilişki olmadığı ancak dolar bazında asgari ücret ile tüketici güven endeksi arasında istatistiksel anlamda anlamlı bir nedensel ilişki olduğu yönündedir.
Safety of the redevelopment with regard to the load-bearing capacity of the foundations
Authors: SZELĄG Romuald , BARYŁKA Adam
Published: December 2024

During the reconstruction of engineering structures, quite often loft spaces are adapted for utility purposes or new storeys are added. The process is accompanied by the necessity of proper implementation of [1]structural elements‘ reinforcement or repair of damaged elements, which results from increased loads, changes in the function of rooms’ use, application of new technological requirements [1]. Each comprehensive assessment of the structural systems also requires checking the condition of the existing foundations so as to ensure that the new loads can be safely transferred to the subsoil. Insofar as there is a need to intervene in the construction of foundations, the process of performing reinforcement proves technically responsible due to the direct interference in the zone of interaction of structural elements with the ground under direct load conditions, [2, 3]. The process becomes considerably more complicated if the subsoil contains silty sands or fine sands, which turn out to be unstable under the conditions of interference with foundation zones. It proves necessary to carry out analyses of the effective reinforcement of the foundations correctly and safely throughout the construction period. Each time the works are carried out effectively, they should take into account any instability that may occur in the individual stages so that the final execution process is carried out under safe conditions for the entire structure, [6].
Education Effectivity in Increasing Adolescent’s Female Awareness in Preventing Anemia
Authors: Riswanto Maulidya Faatihah Rizqii , Rahma Amalia , Ariestiningsih Eka Srirahayu
Published: December 2024

Adolescents are more susceptible to anemia resulting from iron deficiency. Diverse initiatives have been implemented to reduce the incidence of anemia, which is rising annually. The undertaken efforts do not instantaneously convert an individual into an expert in anemia prevention. This study seeks to determine young women's knowledge and self-awareness levels, along with the factors that affect self-awareness. The design of this study was quasi-experimental, employing a distinct sample for the pretest and posttest. This study was carried out in SMAN 1 Kebomas from July to September 2024, with participants who matched the inclusion criteria. The study sample comprised 79 individuals selected through a purposive sampling method. The instruments used to conduct research were questionnaires, which was adopted from previous similar researchers and and have been retested  with a reliability test result of 0.818  namely about knowledge before and after education, and strengthening self-awareness to prevent anemia. The Paired T-test and Linear Regression were employed for analysis. The study indicates a significant difference in the average levels of knowledge and self-awareness, with a p-value of 0.000 < 0.05. The data indicates a significant correlation between family support and self-awareness, with a p-value of 0.03 < 0.05, as well as between peer support and self-awareness, with a p-value of 0.01 < 0.05. The provision of education can enhance the understanding and self-awareness of young women, bolstered by diverse sources of information, particularly familial and peer support.
Resource Assessment and Optimal Sizing of Off-Grid Standalone Photovoltaic (SPV) System for Rural Communities in Amhara Regional State, Ethiopia
Authors: Akele Shegaw Melak , Haile Wondwossen Astatike
Published: December 2024

Ethiopia’s current population is more than 110 million people. Fifty six percent (56%) of whom live in either the rural or less urbanized areas without access to grid electricity. The use of alternative energy sources holds a promise in tackling this lack of grid electrical energy access. Standalone photovoltaic power systems, in particular, can meet the daily electrical energy demand in rural communities yet unserved by the national power grid. This paper aims to assess the solar energy potentials in the study area, and design off-grid standalone photovoltaic power systems that can provide the communities with reliable off-grid power supply. The assessment of the solar resource potential considers six widely separated areas in the Amhara Regional State of Ethiopia. Solar resource assessment showed that the annual average solar irradiation of the region is 6.46 𝐤𝐰𝐡 𝐦𝟐 ⁄ /𝐝𝐚𝐲 at normal tilt angle, 5.95 𝐤𝐰𝐡 𝐦𝟐 ⁄ /𝐝𝐚𝐲 at a latitude tilt angle, and 6 𝐤𝐰𝐡 𝐦𝟐 ⁄ /𝐝𝐚𝐲 at latitude plus 15 degree tilt angle. An estimate of typical household annual energy requirement indicated a consumption of 2,214.09 kWh. The design of the completed PV system includes sizing of system components and financial analyses. The financial analysis showed, the total initial investment cost will be 97,941 ETB, and for operation, maintenance and battery replacement requires of 61,770 ETB throughout the total life times of the system. The study demonstrated that, the designed standalone photovoltaic system yields a payback period of 13 years computed based on 3.7 ETB/kWh of energy cost. Moreover, this system will be financially feasible and, thus, encourages the use of clean energy resource of PV systems in Ethiopia
Human Resource Intelligent Recommendation Method based on Improved Decision Tree Algorithm
Authors: Jiang Xiaolong
Published: December 2024

Due to the current complexity of human resource recommendation methods and the large number of recommended errors, it is difficult to meet the actual requirements of human resource recommendation. Therefore, this paper proposes an intelligent human resource recommendation method based on an improved decision tree algorithm. Firstly, based on the improved decision tree algorithm, classify resources to accelerate learning speed and avoid errors during learning. Secondly, collect human resources data and store the preprocessed human resources data in the human resources data warehouse. Finally, successful implementation of intelligent human resource recommendations. The experimental results are as follows: After using the human resource intelligent recommendation method based on the improved decision tree algorithm, the number of successful hires was higher than the other two methods. Compared with the method proposed in this paper, method 1 reduced 1098 positions, and method 2 reduced 1008 positions. The effectiveness of the human resource intelligent recommendation method based on the improved decision tree algorithm has been demonstrated.
Augmented Reality-Based Learning Media Training to Develop Elementary School Teachers' Creativity
Authors: Sahronih Siti , Sholeha Herisa Hardiyanti , Reza Mohamad Fahmi , Wicaksono Jatu Wahyu , Nurfadillah Intan , Savitri Sofie
Published: December 2024

Learning using technology is currently the main thing because it has entered the Society 5.0 era. This community service activity aims to provide opportunities for elementary school teachers in Cirebon City to conduct training on the use of augmented reality-based teaching media to support the development of their creativity and role in the learning process in the classroom. This activity has a target, namely teachers who are members of the Teacher Working Group Forum (FKKG) who are members of the board of directors of a total of 40 teachers from representatives of their respective schools in Cirebon City. This activity aims to: (1) develop the role of teachers in the digital economy era to better master technology in the learning process; (2) providing opportunities for elementary school teachers in Cirebon City to develop creativity in making interesting teaching materials; (3) facilitating teachers in creating digital augmented reality-based teaching materials; (4) utilizing AR technology to present interactive teaching media; and (5) support Merdeka Belajar-Kampus Merdeka (MBKM) program. This service activity uses the Participatory Action Research (PAR) method which includes activities that will be carried out ranging from identifying problems (to know), understanding (to understand), acting (to act), making changes (to change). The stages in this activity include (a) socialization and FGD; (b) the training process in several meetings; (c) the application of technology; (d) assistance and evaluation; (e) program sustainability, which provides broad opportunities for teachers to implement AR technology in learning and share knowledge with peers. The results of the training activities had a good response from the participants, including being able to increase the creativity of teachers in compiling AR learning media. In addition, the results of the questionnaire response have a score of 4.45 in the "excellent" category.
Improving the Performance of Band Saws by Local Thermophysical Effects on the Blade
Authors:   Northern (Arctic) Federal University named after M.V. Lomonosov, Melekhov Vladimir I. , Solovev Ivan I. , Sazanova Ekaterina V. , Ponomareva Natalya G.
Published: December 2024

The performance of a band saw is largely determined by stability and durability – the ability to maintain operational properties for a long time under the influence of external and internal factors until the onset of a limiting state, ending with loss of stability and destruction of the saw blade. During operation, the band saw blade is subject to the complex effects of force and temperature factors that change its stress state. The durability and stability of a band saw depends on the magnitude and nature of the distribution of total stresses in the most loaded cross-section of the blade. The final stress on the section of the blade, determined by the cross section, is the sum of internal stresses and external forces: saw tension, bending of the blade on the pulleys, centrifugal forces, blade rolling, blade heating, pulley tilt, cutting forces, and other unaccounted stresses. Numerous studies have established that the destruction of band saws is of a fatigue nature, caused mainly by the accumulation of stresses in the saw blade under the influence of constant blade tension forces and alternating cyclic bending stress of the blade on the pulleys. One of the ways to increase the durability of a band saw is to reduce the amplitude of cyclic bending stresses in the blade by creating internal compensating counter-directional stresses. As a result of the analysis given in the article of the methods for creating internal compensating stresses in a band saw by mechanical or long-term high temperature exposure to the entire saw blade, it has been noted that such approaches limit the durability of the tool, reduce the hardness of the material and the durability of the cutting edge of the saw tooth. It is proposed to form fields of internal residual compensating stresses in the band saw blade by thermophysical effect, which consists in creating local fields of residual stresses in the saw blade by a short-term (1–2 s) concentrated thermal action on an array of alternating mini-strip sections located transversely along the saw blade.
The Condition of Arboriflora of the Gvardejskij Park of Krasnoyarsk
Authors:   Sukachev Institute of Forest of the Siberian Branch of the RAS – Division of Federal Research Center “Krasnoyarsk Scientific Center of the Siberian Branch of the RAS”, Kirienko Maria A. , Skripal’shchikova Larisa N. , Goncharova Irina A. ,   Sukachev Institute of Forest of the Siberian Branch of the RAS – Division of Federal Research Center “Krasnoyarsk Scientific Center of the Siberian Branch of the RAS”,   Krasnoyarsk Regional Museum of Local Lore
Published: December 2024

An inventory of green spaces in the Gvardejskij Park of the Sovetskij District of Krasnoyarsk has been carried out. The aim of the work has been to assess the species composition and vital condition of woody and shrubby vegetation in the territory of this park. The study was carried out in the summer of 2020. The species diversity, vital and sanitary condition of the woody and shrubby vegetation has been assessed by the complete enumeration method. The vitality index of green spaces has been determined using the generally accepted method of visual assessment of woody and shrubby vegetation. It has been established that the park is home to 38 plant species (19 trees and shrubs each) belonging to 30 genera of 17 families. The plants are arranged in the form of alley and group plantings, solitaires, bosquets, and are also included in hedges. The vitality index of the park’s plantings is 1.93 for plants in the composition of alley and group plantings, solitaires and bosquets, which corresponds to a weakened or slightly damaged condition, and 1.28 for hedge plants – a healthy planting. Based on the results of the study, the structure of the park’s plantings, its features, and the species that make the main quantitative contribution to it have been determined. The most weakened species and the reason for their weakening have been identified. Of the woody plants in the park, balsam poplar and Siberian elm are weakened, which is due to the age of the plantings. The weakened condition of Siberian larch is caused by massive infestation by larch bud gall midge. The conclusion has been made about the lack of timely care for plants, which has led to deterioration in the vital condition of many species. Species that are most resistant to adverse factors associated with growing in urban conditions have been identified. Based on the analysis of the results obtained, recommendations have been formulated to improve the condition of the plantings of the Gvardejskij Park.
Geographical Variability of Growth and Reproductive Development Indicators of Siberian Cedar Pine
Authors:   Reshetnev Siberian State University of Science and Technology, Bratilova Natalia P. , Matveeva Rimma N. , Butorova Olga F. , Grishlova Mariya V.
Published: December 2024

The study of the growth and reproductive capacity of woody plants in new habitat conditions, comparative assessment and selection of population progenies contribute to increasing the efficiency of plantations created from these plants. The study has been conducted in order to establish the influence of the geographical origin of the parent Siberian cedar pine stands on the growth and seed production of its seed progeny of the Altai (area optimum zone), Leninogorsk and Yartsevo ecotypes. The parent stands are located from 50°12ʹ N (the Leninogorsk origin) to 61°00ʹ N (the Yartsevo origin). The object of the study has been a 55-year-old Siberian cedar pine growing on the “Meteostation” plantation in the suburban area of Krasnoyarsk. The height, diameter of the stem and crown, the crown length and the length of the needles have been measured. The lifespan of needles, the number of whorls and branches in them, the number of shoots with microstrobilae and cones, as well as microstrobilae and cones on the shoot and on the tree have been determined. It has been found that the average tree height and stem diameter differ between the variants by 9.3 and 16.6 %, respectively. The Altai population progeny significantly exceeds others in these indicators. The crown length is 88.4–92.7 % of the tree height, the crown volume is 148.79–309.09 m3, depending on the variant. The needles on the tree in the Leninogorsk variant last for up to 3.4 years, in the Altai variant – for up to 3.7 years, in the Yartsevo variant – for up to 4.7 years. In terms of seed productivity, the progeny of the Altai origin also stands out. The Yartsevo variant is distinguished by a smaller number of cones on the tree. The determination of pollen productivity has shown that 14.5–23.1 pcs. of shoots with microstrobilae are formed on the tree. The excess in the number of cones amounts to 299.0 % of the average value. The trees have been selected based on seed and pollen productivity and are recommended for drawing up mixing schemes when creating forest seed plantations, while it is better to use not only fast-growing, yielding trees, but also pollinating specimens, which will help increase yields on forest seed plantations.
Observations of the scoliid wasp Campsomeriella annulata annulata (Fabricius, 1793) foraging on fallen Firmiana simplex flowers
Authors: Yamazaki Kazuo
Published: December 2024

A scoliid wasp, Campsomeriella annulata annulata (Fabricius, 1793) (Hymenoptera: Scoliidae), was observed foraging on Firmiana simplex flowers that had fallen onto shrubs in an urban park in central Japan. The wasp inserted its glossa into the tubular corolla of each fallen flower, foraging from eight different fallen male flowers within five minutes before flying away. This finding suggests that scoliid wasps may engage in atypical flower visitation, or that foraging from fallen flowers could reduce interspecific competition for floral resources.
Family Language Policy Among Ukrainian Refugees in Zadar
Authors: Škifić Sanja , Kustura Nataša
Published: December 2024

This paper deals with family language policy among Ukrainian refugees in the Croatian town of Zadar. The data that were collected via interviews conducted in May and June 2023 indicate that there is a certain correlation between families’ language ideologies and war-induced circumstances. Moreover, the newly arrived Ukrainians retain the use of their mother tongue in the family domain, while their use of other languages primarily depends on the level of linguistic competence, attitudes about language as a symbol of national identity, but also attitudes towards foreign language learning. Ukrainian refugees seem to encounter some language barriers, but due to similarities among Slavic languages and their efforts to adjust to the new sociocultural context, they are largely successful in overcoming them. Since many Ukrainian children are introduced to the Croatian educational context after migration, besides their parents, the children also become influential agents in designing aspects of their family language policy.
Medidas de atención a la diversidad lingüística en el sistema educativo español
Authors: Díaz Moreno Rocío , Porteiro Fresco Minia
Published: December 2024

La presente investigación constituye un breve acercamiento al funcionamiento de las medidas de atención a la diversidad lingüística de algunas escuelas del centro peninsular, en concreto, de la zona este de la Comunidad de Madrid y de la provincia de Guadalajara (Comunidad de Castilla-La Mancha), centros en los que realizan sus prácticas los estudiantes de la Facultad de Educación de la Universidad de Alcalá. La investigación se centra en analizar, en las zonas mencionadas, cómo han ido evolucionando estas medidas desde su creación, para ello se comenzará por revisar estudios en los que se evalúa su funcionamiento y, posteriormente, el trabajo se centrará en describir su situación en la actualidad y se planteará si cumplen con el propósito para el que fueron creadas, es decir, si favorecen la integración del alumnado inmigrante y si el profesorado encargado de dichas aulas está capacitado para ello. Responder a este tipo de preguntas es el objetivo principal de este estudio.
EFFECT OF LOCALLY ISOLATED SCENEDESMUS SP. TN1 ON BIOMASS PRODUCTION AND NUTRIENT REMOVAL FROM COOKING COCOON WASTEWATER: EFFECTS OF INITIAL ALGAL CELL DENSITY AND TEMPERATURE
Authors: Le Thi Anh Tu
Published: December 2024

Scenedesmus sp. TN1, a local freshwater microalga, was cultivated in cooking cocoon wastewater. The effects of initial algal cell density and temperature on microalgae growth and the removal of total nitrogen (T-N), total phosphorus (T-P), and chemical oxygen demand (COD) were studied. The initial algal cell densities were 5, 10, 15, and 20 mg/l. The experimental temperatures varied from 20 °C to 30 °C. The growth rate increased with the increase in initial algal cell density up to 15 mg/l and was statistically stable thereafter. A similar trend of total nitrogen, total phosphorus, and COD removal efficiency was observed. The optimum temperature for microalgae growth and nutrient removal was 30 °C. After 9 days of cultivation, Scenedesmus sp. TN1 exhibited nutrient removal efficiencies of 88.28%, 82.91%, 92.01%, and 89.16% for T-N, T-P, biological oxygen demand (BOD5), and COD, respectively. The maximum biomass production and nutrient removal efficiencies of Scenedesmus sp. TN1 were observed at cultivation conditions of 15 mg/l initial algal cell density at 30 °C. This study compiled information on the cultivation conditions for cooking cocoon wastewater treatment practices.
SEASONAL VARIATION OF IN SITU PHYTOPLANKTON PHOTOSYNTHETIC PROPERTIES IN NHA TRANG BAY
Authors: Tran Thi Minh Hue , Doan Nhu Hai
Published: December 2024

Photosynthetic properties are essential for the evaluation of phytoplankton photosynthetic efficiency as well as their physiological status in different waters. The present study measured in situ minimum and maximum fluorescence (Fo, Fm), variable fluorescence (Fv), and photosynthetic efficiency (Fv/Fm) in Nha Trang Bay to estimate seasonal phytoplankton community responses to different environmental conditions. Photosynthetic efficiency of in situ phytoplankton in Nha Trang Bay varied from 0.03 to 0.55 among stations and sampling times. Stations near the shore (Cape Chut) and estuary had higher Fv/Fm values than offshore stations. Seasonal and spatial variation of photosynthetic efficiency along the transect from the river mouth to the open ocean reflected the impact of river inputs on phytoplankton communities. In situ measurements indicate the impacts of complex environmental conditions in Nha Trang Bay (e.g., light intensity and nutrients) on the physiological status and photosynthetic efficiency of phytoplankton.
Priming of pop-out in the spatial-cueing paradigm
Authors: Kerzel Dirk , Lamy Dominique
Published: December 2024

Searching for a unique target is faster when its unique feature repeats than when it changes. The standard account for this priming-of-popout (PoP) phenomenon is that selecting a target increases the attentional priority of its features in subsequent searches. However, empirical tests of this priority account have yielded contradictory findings. Here, we attempted to clarify why support of its predictions has been elusive in spatial-cueing studies. We noted that the repetition manipulation is stronger in PoP studies than in spatial-cueing studies: The target and nontarget features either repeat or swap in the former, whereas in the latter, the target color either repeats or changes while the nontarget color remains constant. Here, we implemented the stronger repetition manipulation in the spatial-cueing paradigm. If PoP affects attentional priority, the cue-validity effect should be larger when the current-cue color and previous-target color match than when they mismatch. The results of Experiment 1 revealed the opposite effect. Moreover, they showed that well-replicated contingent-capture effects do not hold when target and nontarget colors are allowed to swap—an observation that was confirmed in Experiment 2. In Experiment 3, we verified that with our experimental set-up, a subtle manipulation of attentional priority could modulate cue-validity effects. While the present study does not resolve why evidence for the priority account is inconsistent with the spatial-cueing paradigm, they eliminate one possible reason for such inconsistency. They also reveal that allowing the target and distractors color to swap masks contingent-capture effects, thereby highlighting the complexity of spatial-cueing effects.
Urine lipoarabinomannan levels in pulmonary tuberculosis with and without HIV coinfection
Authors:   Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Hasanuddin University, Makassar, Indonesia, Muflihatun Tuti , Katu Sudirman ,   Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Hasanuddin University, Makassar, Indonesia, Iskandar Harun ,   Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Hasanuddin University, Makassar, Indonesia, Bakri Syakib ,   Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Hasanuddin University, Makassar, Indonesia, Adnan Endy ,   Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Hasanuddin University, Makassar, Indonesia, Zainuddin Alfian ,   Department of Public Health and Community Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Hasanuddin University, Makassar, Indonesia
Published: December 2024

Background. Pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) is an opportunistic infection that occurs more frequently in individuals with weakened immune systems, such as those with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). Diagnosing pulmonary TB in HIV patients can be particularly challenging. One alternative diagnostic method for TB involves detecting TB antigens through the lipoarabinomannan (LAM) test using urine samples. The aim of this study was to perform a comparative analysis of urinary LAM levels in pulmonary TB patients with and without HIV co-infection. Methods. This study was an analytical observational study with a cross-sectional design, conducted on all adult pulmonary TB patients aged 18 years and older, with and without HIV co-infection. A chi-square statistical test was used, with a significance level of p <0.05. Results. Data analysis was performed on 72 subjects with pulmonary TB, with 36 subjects in each group (with and without HIV co-infection). A comparative analysis of urinary LAM levels showed that pulmonary TB co-infected with HIV had a higher number of positive LAM cases (14 subjects, 19.44%) compared to pulmonary TB without HIV co-infection (5 subjects, 6.94%), with a p-value of 0.016, indicating a significant difference. Conclusion. The detection of urinary LAM levels in pulmonary TB patients co-infected with HIV showed positive results that were 3.945 times higher than in pulmonary TB patients without HIV co-infection.
Bacterial profile and antibiotic sensitivity pattern of UTI pregnant women in Thi-Qar Governorate, Iraq
Authors:   Department of Pathological Analysis, College of Science, University of Thi-Qar, Iraq, Farhooh Hussain Saleh , Hamim Saad Salman ,   Department of Pathological Analysis, College of Science, University of Thi-Qar, Iraq
Published: December 2024

Background. UTIs are prevalent illnesses, particularly in pregnancy, caused by the presence and proliferation of bacteria in the urinary tract, with E. coli being the most prevalent pathogenic bacteria, accounting for 60–80% of cases. Objective. The aim of the current study was to identify the frequency of bacteria that cause UTIs and their antibiotic resistance in pregnant mothers in Thi-Qar Governorate. Material and method. In the present study, 138 pregnant individuals were enrolled. Each participant provided urine samples, which cultivated on routine media followed by biochemical tests. The pathogenic bacteria were identified, and their antibiotic susceptibility was tested using the fully automated VITEK 2 compact system. Result. The incidence ratio of positive urine culture was 82 (59.42%), whereas negative culture was 56 (40.58%) (p ≤0.025). Bacterial culture findings of the GN isolates showed that E. coli was in the lead with 53 (88.3%) isolates. Conversely, Enterobacter spp. had the lowest isolation rate, with only two isolates (3.4%) (p ≤0.001). According to the number of pregnancies, the first pregnancy had the highest infection rate for UTIs, with 31/82 (37.8%) (p ≤0.01), and the prevalence of UTIs was relatively high in the O blood group, with 28 patients (34.14%) (p ≤0.05). The third trimester had the highest infection rate, 60/82 (73.17%) (p ≤0.005). The most sensitive antibiotics were 100% Tigecycline. The highest percentage of resistance was 75% found against Ciprofloxacin (p ≤0.001). Conclusion. UTIs, primarily caused by E. coli, pose a significant health risk for expectant mothers and can be reduced through antibiotic use, sustainable prenatal care, and health education.
Assessment of serum level of IL-6 and IL-37 cytokines in patients with psoriasis
Authors:   Department of Microbiology, College of Medicine, University of Mosul, Irak, Turki Khalid W. , Al-Tae Firas M.D. ,   Department of Microbiology, College of Medicine, University of Mosul, Irak, Ahmed Ahmed Abdullah ,   Department of Microbiology, College of Medicine, University of Mosul, Irak, Al-Chalabi Qasim S. ,   Department of Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Mosul, Irak
Published: December 2024

Objectives. Psoriasis is a chronic, proliferative, inflammatory disorder of the skin that affects roughly 2-3% of individuals globally. The pathology arises from irregular communications between skin keratinocytes and infiltrating cells of the immune system, resulting in epidermal thickening and inflammation. While the exact pathogenesis is unclear, data indicates disturbance levels of both pro- and anti-inflammatory cytokines. Interleukin-6 (IL-6) is a prominent proinflammatory mediator, whereas interleukin-37 (IL-37) has been more recently evident as an anti-inflammatory cytokine. This research aimed to quantify serum IL-6 and IL-37 in psoriasis patients versus healthy controls and to evaluate their correlations with disease severity. Materials and methods. Blood samples were collected from 60 psoriasis patients and 30 healthy individuals. IL-6 and IL-37 concentrations were measured by sandwich ELISA. Outcomes. Psoriasis patients displayed notably elevated serum IL-6 and reduced IL-37 compared to healthy controls (p=0.003 and p=0.006, respectively). IL-6 amounts inversely correlated with patient age (p=0.021) but did not correlate with psoriasis severity per psoriasis area and severity index (PASI) score. IL-37 levels did not correlate with any clinical features. At a cut-off of 27.67 ng/L, IL-6 showed 83.3% sensitivity and 76.7% specificity for differentiating psoriasis patients from controls. For IL-37 at a cut-off of 21.57 ng/L, the sensitivity was 83.3% and the specificity was 69.7%. Conclusions. These results confirm the proinflammatory effect of IL-6 and anti-inflammatory effect of IL-37 in psoriasis. The imbalance between these two cytokines may facilitate disease pathogenesis. IL-6 and IL-37 quantification could have utility as biomarkers in psoriasis. Further studies are required to clarify the intricate cytokine networks driving psoriasis immunopathology.
The effect of rituximab therapy and the risk of hypogammaglobulinamea on immunoglobulin levels in patients with rheumatoid arthritis
Authors:   Department of Pharmacology, College of Medicine, University of Baghdad, Baghdad, Iraq, Hamd Zahraa Mahdi , Jassim Nizar Abdulateef ,   Department of Pharmacology, College of Medicine, University of Baghdad, Baghdad, Iraq
Published: December 2024

Background. Rituximab (RTX) is a biological monoclonal antibody targeting the CD20 antigen on B cells, effectively decreasing disease activity and progression in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). RTX treatment can lead to a decline in plasma cells that produce immunoglobulin, potentially resulting in hypogammaglobulinemia (HGG). This study aims to assess the effect of RTX on immunoglobulin levels and determine the prevalence of HGG in RA patients after receiving different doses and cycles of RTX. Additionally, immunoglobulin levels were compared between patients treated with RTX and those treated with traditional disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). We also sought to identify patient, disease, and therapy factors associated with HGG to evaluate the importance of monitoring immunoglobulin levels. Method. A single-center observational cross-sectional study was conducted at Baghdad Teaching Hospital between November 2023 and May 2024. Patients with RA were recruited and divided into two groups. The first group consisted of 45 RA patients receiving RTX, and the second group included 45 patients receiving DMARDs. All patients met the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) 1987 or ACR/European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR) 2010 classification criteria for RA. Patients were excluded if they had received RTX for conditions other than RA or if they had been treated with RTX for less than six months. Quantitative IgG and IgA levels were measured via enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) to evaluate the effect of RTX on immunoglobulin levels and compare it with the effect of DMARDs. HGG was defined as an immunoglobulin level below two standard deviations from the mean of age-matched healthy controls. Results. Ninety patients were enrolled in the study, 45 of whom were treated with RTX. The mean number of RTX cycles was 3.67, ranging from 2 to 10 cycles. A significant decrease in immunoglobulin levels was observed post-RTX therapy, with 84.4% of patients exhibiting low IgG levels (<5 μg/ml), leading to HGG. The IgG levels in RTX-treated patients ranged from 4.3 to 22.0 μg/ml, with a mean of 7.28 ± 3.95 μg/ml. In contrast, patients treated with DMARDs maintained normal immunoglobulin levels similar to healthy individuals, with IgG levels ranging from 19.7 to 43.7 μg/ml. RTX also affected IgA levels, but to a lesser extent than IgG. Conclusion. Lower immunoglobulin levels following RTX therapy frequently result in HGG, emphasizing the importance of immunologic surveillance before and after treatment. DMARD therapy did not affect immunoglobulin levels, and concurrent use of DMARDs with RTX offered no protection against HGG. Additionally, HGG was not associated with an increased incidence of infections.
Comment on “Exploring the prospects of services-led development in the Philippines”
Authors: Over Mead
Published: December 2024

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Comment on “Natural gas and transitioning to renewable fuels: considerations from industrial policy”
Authors: Clarete Ramon
Published: December 2024

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Comment on “Mapping feasible routes towards economic diversification and industrial upgrading in the Philippines”
Authors: Hill Hal
Published: December 2024

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Industrial policy for innovation: why does it matter?
Authors: Aldaba Rafaelita , Aldaba Fernando
Published: December 2024

This paper explores the relationship between industrial policy, innovation, and productivity in the Philippines. It argues that strategic industrial policies can promote innovation by incentivizing market-oriented research and development and commercialization, developing necessary innovation infrastructure, and fostering a skilled workforce equipped to work with new technologies and adapt to changing market demands. The paper also focuses on the importance of connecting innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystems, highlighting the challenges facing the Philippines in this area. It specifically analyzes the country’s startup ecosystem and recommends the establishment of Regional Inclusive Innovation Centers (RIICs) to facilitate collaboration among various stakeholders. Finally, the paper discusses the adoption and adaptation of artificial intelligence and Industry 4.0 technologies and their potential to drive productivity gains and transform the Philippine economy.
Perlindungan Hukum Terhadap Konsumen Terkait Refund pada Pembayaran Quick Response Code Indonesian Standard dalam Transaksi E-Money Perspektif Fatwa DSN MUI No: 116/DSN- MUI/IX/2017 (Studi pada Platform Media Sosial Twitter)
Authors: Pujaka Jhody , Khamal Rokan Mustapa
Published: December 2024

Dengan penekanan pada tata cara pengembalian dana sesuai dengan Fatwa DSN MUI No: 116/DSN-MUI/IX/2017, penelitian ini mengkaji tentang perlindungan hukum bagi nasabah dalam transaksi uang e-money dengan menggunakan QRIS (Quick Response Code Standar Indonesia). Dengan menggunakan metodologi penelitian yuridis kualitatif dan empiris, penelitian ini mengkaji interaksi hukum pada situs media sosial Twitter. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian, terdapat dua hal yang menjadi kesimpulan, yaitu: keberhasilan proses refund, dan kegagalan proses refund. Meskipun ada regulasi yang mendukung perlindungan konsumen, banyak pengguna mengalami kendala dalam proses refund, seperti keterlambatan penanganan dan kurangnya transparansi dari penyedia layanan. Pengguna melaporkan frustrasi terkait lambatnya respons customer service dan ketidakjelasan prosedur refund, yang mengakibatkan kerugian   finansial   dan   immaterial.   Penelitian   ini   menekankan   perlunya   peningkatan mekanisme pengaduan dan transparansi dalam proses refund untuk memperkuat perlindungan konsumen serta mendorong kepatuhan penyedia layanan terhadap peraturan yang berlaku. Diharapkan para pembuat kebijakan dan penyedia layanan akan menggunakan temuan ini sebagai panduan untuk meningkatkan kualitas penawaran mereka dan perlindungan hukum bagi konsumen di era digital.