bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
High prevalence of protozoan infections: a permanent cycle in a brazilian semi-arid peripheric area
Authors: Gomes de Morais Natália , Ferreira de Lima Luiz Felipe , Dantas Sampaio Leite Ingrid , Mariotti de Santana Marília , Tanan Torres Rogerio , Wang da Silva Jaqueline , Souza Mendes Vanessa , Santos Nunes Erika
Published: October 2021

In regions where sanitary conditions are poor, prophylactic administration of antiparasitic drugs is common and affects the prevalence of intestinal parasites, in spite of the environmental maintenance of their life cycle. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of parasitic infections, patient lifestyles, health conditions and environmental sources of contamination. One hundred seventy two children and adolescents, 5 to 15 years of age of both sexes were analyzed. Data were obtained through epidemiological questionnaires, parasitological examinations using Paratest®, IgG testing for Entamoeba histolytica, and analysis of sources of contamination in living areas. The study detected a prevalence of 45.9% (79/172) parasitic infections, of which 62.0% (49/79) Entamoeba histolytica/E. dispar complex; 46.8% (37/79) Entamoeba coli; 27.8% (22/79) Giardia intestinalis; 12.7% (10/79) Endolimax nana; 10.1% (8/79) Hymenolepis nana; 8.9% (7/79) Ascaris lumbricoides and 2.5% (2/79) Trichuris trichiura. Out of the 49 samples positive for Entamoeba histolytica complex, there was only one case of antibodies to E. histolytica. The children’s life habits demonstrated inadequate food hygiene practices. These insufficient sanitary parameters revealed a general lack of information in face of an alarming situation regarding sewage and other sources of environmental contamination in 20% of the areas. The high prevalence of protozoan infections despite chemoprophylaxis, with environmental sources of contamination/risk, inadequate health conditions and the general apathy of the population suggest the ineffectiveness of current preventive practices. Thus, it is advisable that control actions include protozoa as therapeutic targets and, above all, health education as a routine practice to prevent the long-term continuance of this vicious cycle.
KEY WORDS: Parasitic infections; chemoprophylaxis; environmental sources.
“No Coherent Social Faith and Order”: Sainthood and Secularization in Middlemarch and The Daisy Chain
Authors: Griffith Laura
Published: October 2021

George Eliot begins Middlemarch with a prelude about Saint Teresa of Avila, saying that similarly passionate women in the nineteenth century are not able to accomplish something significant and memorable, as Teresa did. Eliot explains that this is because “latter-born Theresas” are “helped by no coherent social faith and order” (3). This article considers Eliot's critique in the context of Charlotte Mary Yonge's novel The Daisy Chain (1856), in which the protagonist, Ethel May, founds a school and a church, arguing that the world of Middlemarch is more secularized, in the way that Charles Taylor uses the term, than the world of The Daisy Chain, and that this results in Dorothea having “no coherent social faith and order,” resulting in the failure of her plans for reform.
Análise do perfil de sangramento e da permanência com os métodos anticoncepcionais de longa duração em pacientes adolescentes
Authors: Alves Aline Mota , Braga Roberta Pontes , Ribeiro Alexia Araújo , Sobral Leticia Nacle Estefan , Dias Maria Tereza Pinto Medeiros
Published: October 2021

Introdução: O sistema intrauterino liberador de levonorgestrel (SIU-LNG) e o implante subdérmico com etonogestrel são opções contraceptivas de longa duração (LARC) que apresentam alta eficácia e excelente custo-benefício em pacientes adolescentes. Porém, principalmente nos primeiros meses de uso, são capazes de ocasionar sangramentos e alterações menstruais que podem estimular a interrupção do método por desconforto ou sensação de insegurança da paciente. Objetivo: Analisar o perfil de sangramento das usuárias do SIU-LNG e do implante subdérmico com etonogestrel e a continuidade do uso dos métodos pelas pacientes. Métodos: Trata-se de um estudo qualitativo, realizado por meio da revisão de prontuários de pacientes acompanhadas em um ambulatório de adolescentes que escolheram o SIU-LNG ou o implante subdérmico com etonogestrel como método anticoncepcional, com a inserção do método realizada entre janeiro de 2019 e setembro de 2020. Foram avaliadas a ocorrência de spotting, a presença de menstruação e a permanência com o método em consultas de retorno três e seis meses após a inserção. Resultados: Do total de 118 pacientes avaliadas, apenas 79 (67%) retornaram para o acompanhamento e fizeram parte deste estudo. Delas, 37 optaram pelo SIU-LNG e 42 escolheram o implante subdérmico com etonogestrel como método contraceptivo. A faixa etária das pacientes que optaram pelo SIU-LNG variou entre 13 e 19 anos, e 12 (32%) eram nulíparas. A taxa de amenorreia inicial de 24% vista na primeira consulta, com três meses de uso do método, aumentou para 59% após seis meses. A presença de spotting foi verificada em 29% das pacientes. Apenas três (8%) descontinuaram o método, duas por dismenorreia e aumento de fluxo menstrual e uma por se sentir insegura após episódio de doença inflamatória pélvica. As pacientes que optaram pelo implante subdérmico com etonogestrel também tinham entre 13 e 19 anos, porém 22 (52%) eram nulíparas. A taxa de amenorreia progrediu de 40% em três meses de uso para 81% após seis meses. A queixa de spotting esteve presente em 57% das pacientes durante o período do estudo. Houve desistência do uso do método por oito (19%) pacientes, sendo duas por desejo de gestar, duas por sangramento, duas por cefaleia persistente, uma por aumento de peso e uma por incômodo com spotting. Conclusão: Neste estudo, houve melhor taxa de continuidade do uso do SIU-LNG em comparação com o implante subdérmico e ocorreu maior evolução para amenorreia e spotting entre as usuárias do implante subdérmico. Fatoimportante a ser observado foi a dificuldade de seguimento médico das adolescentes, o que enalteceu ainda mais a importância dos LARC, que asseguram a contracepção independentemente da motivação da usuária.
Prevalence of suspension of elective surgeries in a public hospital in south Brazil
Authors: Machado Luana Maria dos Santos , Do Nascimento Keyla Cristiane , Alvarez Ana Graziela , Knihs Neide da Silva , Sebold Luciara Fabiane , Cesconetto Daiana
Published: October 2021

Objetivo: Caracterizar a prevalência e as causas de suspensão das cirurgias eletivas considerando determinantes clínicos e não clínicos.Método: Estudo exploratório, retrospectivo, quantitativo. A coleta de dados foi realizada no banco eletrônico de um hospital público do Sul do Brasil,no período entre janeiro de 2018 e dezembro de 2019. Consideraram-se as variáveis sexo, faixa etária, quantitativo de cirurgias, especialidade médica emotivos da suspensão das cirurgias e realizou-se análise estatística descritiva. Resultados: Das 11.792 (100,0%) cirurgias programadas, 2.170 (18,4%)foram suspensas. As especialidades cirúrgicas com maior taxa de suspensão foram ortopedia (32,6%) e cirurgia geral (19,0%), tendo como principaismotivos não clínicos: prioridade para urgência (21,5%), falta de vaga em unidade terapia intensiva (15,6%) e não comparecimento do paciente(13,6%). O principal motivo clínico de suspensão cirúrgica foi condição clínica desfavorável (8,7%). Conclusão: O estudo contribuiu para a avaliaçãodos indicadores de qualidade relacionados aos agendamentos e às suspensões cirúrgicas no Centro Cirúrgico, além de oportunizar a criação deestratégias de melhoria contínua.
Educação no centro de materiais e esterilização: revisão integrativa
Authors: Gerhardt Primaz Carolina , Knobeloch dos Santos Rúbia , Zanetti Malgor Oliveira Jessyca , Maros Heinen Paôla , Catalina Aquino Caregnato Rita
Published: October 2021

Objetivo: Analisar as publicações dos últimos cinco anos com temas sobre educação em Centro de Materiais e Esterilização. Método: Revisãointegrativa com busca nas bases de dados: Literatura Latino-Americana e do Caribe em Ciências da Saúde, Medical Literature Analysis and Retrieval SystemOnline, Scopus Info Site, Web of Science, Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature via EBSCOhost, Cochrane e Biblioteca Virtual emSaúde. Resultados: Selecionados dez artigos, todos consideraram indispensáveis a atualização constante e a disponibilização de recursos mínimos pararealização das atividades profissionais com melhorias na prática clínica. Quatro publicações identificaram as percepções quanto à educação, lacunas deconhecimento e oportunidades de desenvolvimento. Estratégias educacionais utilizadas: educação permanente com materiais didáticos, aplicação de treinamentoteórico e prático, reestruturação dos processos com treinamento técnico, programas de mentoria educativa in loco e autorreflexão profissionalsobre melhores práticas aplicadas nos processos de trabalho. Conclusão: As publicações reforçam a importância de intervenções educativas para capacitaçãoprofissional, domínio de novas tecnologias, prestação de serviço de qualidade e impacto favorável na eficácia do processamento de produtos para a saúde.
Esclerose múltipla e tratamentos
Authors: Rodrigues Fabiano de Abreu , Oh Henry
Published: October 2021

A esclerose múltipla é uma patologia autoimune que atinge o cérebro, bem como seus nervos ópticos e a medula espinhal. Quando a bainha de mielina está em seu estado normal e saudável, os sinais nervosos são enviados e recebidos rapidamente. Porem quando o indivíduo possuí a Esclerose Múltipla, o sistema imunológico do seu corpo trata a mielina como uma ameaça, atrapalhando o envio dos comandos do cérebro até o restante do corpo, denominado como desmielinização. O objetivo do presente estudo foi compreender a formação da esclerose múltipla, seus danos a bainha de mielina e os possíveis tratamentos da doença. O presente estudo é uma revisão de literatura, realizada por meio das bases de dados: SciELO, PubMed e Science Direct. Os tratamentos para a esclerose múltipla são a base de corticoides, atividade física, alimentos anti-inflamatórios e ricos em gorduras insaturadas. O elemento lítio vem sendo estudado e demonstrando efeitos benéficos, sendo um tratamento eficaz para esta patologia.
Educação ativa: protagonismo, interpessoalidade e diálogo
Authors: Lopes Gabriel César Dias
Published: October 2021

Em um país como o Brasil onde a educação é notadamente marcada pelos ranços do colonialismo e do tradicionalismo, a proposta de uma Educação Ativa tem se mostrado coerente com as necessidades do homem atual e com as demandas de uma sociedade cada dia mais desafiadora quanto à aprendizagem significativa e significadora. Este artigo, trata do conceito de Educação Ativa a partir de uma pesquisa bibliográfica com os principais articuladores da proposta e usando uma abordagem qualitativa e descritiva historiciza os primórdios dessa ideia bem como busca no contexto atual analisar de forma crítica as possibilidades e os entraves para a implantação desse modelo que articula conhecimento, protagonismo individual e responsabilização pela própria aprendizagem e espírito de cooperação e equipe. Os resultados dessa avaliação apontam para não somente a viabilidade do modelo como também a sua pertinência e necessidade no atual contexto.
Analysis of the Standard of Living of the Population and Development Factors There Of
Authors: Rashkova Lora
Published: October 2021

In a consecutive order, this article examines certain topics that connect the “living standard” phenomenon and the opportunities for analysis through a series of parameters (characteristics); the fundamental measurement methods (approaches); other social phenomena and processes in public spaces. Simultaneously, the article introduces aspects of the influence of the living standards on social development. Through a system of indicators, a quantitative and qualitative complex analysis of the human potential development is possible. Some of said indicators bear information of the development’s content as a socioeconomic category, whereas others give an opportunity for evaluation of its components; however, only in a systematic and interconnected manner, can those indicators be used to characterize the development’s complexity and its multiple aspects. The human development index and its components summarize the achieved level of social development in the separate countries as a quantitative measure for human potential.
Studing the Kinesitherapy Methodology’s Impact on the Static Strength of Abdominal Musculature in Overweight and Obese People
Authors: Despotova Gergana
Published: October 2021

Kinesitherapy has a wide application in both the prevention and treatment of overweight and obesity. The purpose of this study is to determine the applied kinesitherapy methodology with varying weekly frequency’s effect on the static strength of the abdominal musculature in overweight and obese young people. The static strength endurance of the abdominal musculature (in sec) was measured. The analysis of the study’s results shows that the static strength endurance significantly increased in the experimental group (EG 2), where the experimental kinesitherapy methodology was applied three times a week to EG 1, where was applied once a week and the difference is statistically significant (temp=2,15, P(t)=96,23%).
COVID-19: Risk Analysis in South Asia with Respect to Europe and North America
Authors: Wadud Md. Anwar Hussen , Mridha Dr. Firoz , Nur Dr Kamruddin
Published: October 2021

Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) was identified in late 2019 and world health Organization (WHO) declared as a pandemic on March 11, 2019. World top researchers, physician and pharmacists are trying to find out remedy but it is still in research phase. COVID-19 spread through the air by coughing or sneezing also depends on environment. In this paper, our main goal is to COVID-19 threat analysis in South Asian people based on their habits, culture, consciousness etc. compare to Europe and North American culture. The research work is formulated in three steps. First, we formulate a dynamic infection transmission model by considering the fertility rate, mortality rate, transmission rate, and cure rate of the COVD-19 caused death rate as variables. Second, we define the variables of the model based on the census of south Asia. Finally, we analyze the threat that COVID-19 can cause to the population of crowded country likes Bangladesh, India etc. in south Asia.
Lessons learnt from education data mapping in Africa: Workshop summary and synthesis
Authors: Pambe Rigobert , Kadzamira Esme , Mjomba Renaldah , Lawson Laté , Onsomu Eldah , Adam Taskeen , Heady Lucy , Mugo John , Tinto Teg-WendeIdriss
Published: October 2021

An output of the EdTech Hub, https://edtechhub.org
The manifestation of street safety and security as spatial (in)justice in selected small rural towns of Vhembe District, South Africa
Authors:   University of Venda, Wadzanayi Tsoriyo Wendy , Ingwani Emaculate ,   University of Venda, Chakwizira James , Bikam Peter
Published: October 2021

Safe and secure street spaces for pedestrians translate to spatially just urban environments. This study examined pedestrians’ safety and security elements on street spaces in three selected Small Rural Towns (SRTs) in South Africa and assessed the users’ physical perceptions of street safety and security in SRTs and their implications on spatial (in)justice. Forty-three street spaces from three SRTs in South Africa were purposively sampled and assessed in this study. The study adopted a mixed-method approach and a street safety spatial (in)justice case study survey design. Data were collected through key informant interviews, a questionnaire survey and observations. The distribution of safety and security elements across the studied 43 street spaces reflect the existence of justices and injustices concurrently. Users’ theoretical perception of the meaning of street safety differs significantly from their actual experiences. The study recommends that the design and management of streets be informed by users’ vision of street safety and security and innovative project financing strategies by local municipalities to ensure spatial justice on street spaces.
Challenges Facing Libyan Pharmacists During the Drug Dispensing Process
Authors: Benkhaial Arwa , Elfalah Ghada , Elshalmane Rania , Alzuway Najah , Elbaba Amal , Elfarjani Arwa , Elorfi Adel
Published: October 2021

Pharmacists are supposed to deliver services, like counseling, dispensing, and managing patients care plans. During daily routine they face problems that can hinder their job, e.g., work overload stress, or unorganized drug shelves, and unclear written prescription, which may lead to errors during drug dispensing. These errors are traumatic for the pharmacist and patient; therefore, it is crucial to reduce them and any circumstances that leads to them. In this study, we aimed to study some of the problems that face Libyan pharmacists in their daily routine and prevent them from performing their main roles as community pharmacists. An online cross-sectional survey of pharmacists in Libya was conducted over a period of four months. This online questionnaire was built using the “Google forms” application and was distributed to participants using social network groups of pharmacists. 182 pharmacists responded to this questionnaire. Almost (45%)of the respondents found it difficult to educate patients on their medicines and any related health issues. Meanwhile, the bulk majority (82%) stated that the major problem that faced them was getting a prescription written with very bad handwriting. About (59.4%) of the responding pharmacists stated that they did not have enough time to educate patients about their medications during drug dispensing. In conclusion, this study reveals some of the main challenges that face pharmacists during their daily work. Generally, it shows that it is necessary to make pharmacists aware of social and environmental factors that may complicate their work. This can be done by educating practicing pharmacists about “good pharmacy practices” through workshops and continuous learning programs. Additionally, regulating authorities should also play a role in establishing policies and laws that regulate the design of retail pharmacies.
EVALUATION OF THE SOLUTION GAS-OIL RATIO CORRELATION PROPOSED BY LASATER APPLIED TO OILS WITH HIGH CO2 AND HIGH GOR
Authors: Fulchignoni L. P. , Almeida A. R. , Fonseca Jr. R.
Published: October 2021

The application of any empirical correlation is recommended only within its range of validity. Nonetheless, the indiscriminate usage of black oil correlations for ﬂuid modeling happens frequently. This work evaluates Lasater’s (1958) correlation for the solution gas-oil ratio (Rs) ﬂuid property speciﬁcally for oils with high CO2 content and high GOR. The correlation results are compared to experimental data, and high prediction errors are observed. Finally, the inﬂuence of the Rs prediction error on the ﬂow simulation is assessed.
Estado actual de la internacionalización de las pymes del sector petroquímico-plástico de Cartagena en tiempos de covid-19
Authors: Cabarcas Acuña Shirley , López Pérez Dawin Alfonso
Published: October 2021

Según la (CEPAL, 2021): “el comportamiento de la pandemia actual del Covid-19 generó en 2020 una fuerte caída del 13% en el valor de las exportaciones a nivel Latinoamérica y el Caribe”, no obstante, pese a las exigencias y peligros asociados al incursionar en el mercado internacional, las grandes empresas del sector Petroquímico - Plástico de Cartagena se han posicionado a nivel internacional gracias a su proveeduría de bienes de primera necesidad durante la pandemia. Por ende, el objetivo es identificar y analizar el estado actual de la internacionalización de las Pymes del sector Petroquímico- Plástico que son importantes unidades económicas para el desarrollo de la economía local cartagenera. La metodología que se utilizó fue un estudio descriptivo, que adopta un diseño no experimental, transversal con enfoque mixto que estudió una muestra de 13 pymes, por medio de encuestas. Los principales resultados obtenidos demuestran que la mayoría de las empresas estudiadas no han tenido participación en la expansión internacional actualmente; además, se evidencia que no han recibido total acompañamiento por parte del Ministerio de Industria, Comercio y Turismo y entidades del estado para guiarlos en el proceso.
Perancangan Aplikasi Pengamanan Pesan Menggunakan Algoritma Elgamal Berbasis Android
Authors: Arista Triani , Murdani Murdani
Published: October 2021

Penyadapan data yang disampaikan saat berkomunikasi tentunya menjadi masalah apabila data yang disampaikan tersebut bersifat rahasia. Untuk itu dibutuhkan sistem pengamanan data, ketika data tersebut disampaikan kepihak yang bersangkutan maka kecil kemungkinan untuk disadap oleh pihak yang tidak berwenang. Algoritma Elgamal merupakan salah satu algoritma kriptografi kunci-publik yang dibuat oleh Taher ElGamal pada tahun 1984. Algoritma ini pada umumnya digunakan untuk digital signature, namun kemudian dimodifikasi sehingga juga bisa digunakan untuk enkripsi dan deskripsi. ElGamal digunakan dalam perangkat lunak sekuriti yang dikembangkan oleh GNU, program PGP, dan pada sistem sekuriti lainnya. Kekuatan algoritma ini terletak pada sulitnya menghitung logaritma diskrit. Dalam penelitian ini dibahas tentang cara mengamankan pesan berbasis mobile android dengan algoritma elgamal. Aplikasi dibangun dengan bahasa pemrograman java dan eclipse galileo sebagai edi kode program.tor untuk mengedit.
Hubungan Pengetahuan Kalkulus Terhadap Prestasi Belajar Mahasiswa STMIK Budi Darma Medan
Authors: Tampubolon Kennedi , Sianturi Chandra Frenki
Published: October 2021

Keberhasilan belajar mahasiswa dapat dipengaruhi oleh faktor internal dan eksternal. Faktor internal berasal dari dalam diri mahasiswa itu sendiri seperti kesiapanÂ  dalam menghadapi perkuliahan dan hal-hal in lainnya, sedangkan factor eksternal adalah faktor yang berasal dari luar diri mahasiswa seperti media belajar, waktu yang tersedia, dosen, dll. Faktor internal dan eksternal secara bersama-sama mempengaruhi keberhasilan mahasiswa dalam menyelesaikan studi mahasiswa.Â  Pada umumnya pembelajaran Kalkulus di berbagai Institusi Pendidikan di Indonesia masih jauh dari nilai standar kelulusan, hal ini dikarenakan minimnya pengetahuan dasar Matematika mahasiswa sebagai landasan berfikir logis,kritis dan sistematis. Meskipun demikian beberapa prestasi tingkat Internasional telah ditorehkan oleh pelajar-pelajar berprestasi anak bangsa dari berbagai daerah tanah air di bidang Matematika dan Fisika.Â  Hasil penelitian ini diperoleh menggunakan pendekatan Metode Analisis Korelasi Pearson Product Moment membuktikan bahwa pengetahuan Kalkulus berpengaruh kuat terhadap prestasi belajar mahasiswa TI di STMIK Budi Darma Medan. Atau dapat disimpulkan adanya korelasi yang signifikan antara pengetahuan Kalkulus terhadap prestasi belajar Mahasiswa TI STMIK Budi Darma Medan.
Implementasi Algoritma LUC Dalam Penyandian Teks
Authors: Ramadani Dewi
Published: October 2021

Confidentiality and data security are very important in data communication, both for the purpose of shared security and for individual privacy. Computer users who want the data to be unknown by unauthorized parties always try to get around the way to secure the information that will be communicated or to be stored. One method for securing data or information is cryptographic methods. The LUC algorithm is a cryptographic method using two different keys in the cryptosystem. To encrypt text, an encryption function is used that uses a public key, the result of encryption is encrypted text that is safe from intruders. Furthermore, by decrypting encrypted text using the decryption function using the private key it will return the same text as the original. With the LUC algorithm the author tries to create a text encoding to secure data with the LUC algorithm.
Association of Dietary Practices with Mental Health Problems among Geriatrics
Authors: Aslam Maria , Murtaza Farwa , Murtaza Sana , Azhar Natasha , Abbas Nasir , Saleem Samia , Manzoor Fareena
Published: October 2021

Identification of elderly people dietary practices is the first step towards encouraging healthy diet in them. Proper diet, special care and supplementation are very necessary for effective physical or mental survival of older people with the age of 60-95 years.Objective:To find out the association of dietary practices with mental health problems among geriatrics. Methods:A Cross-sectional Study was operated to assess the dietary practices through pretested Questionnaire (MNA) on the basis of 24 hours’ recall method among Older Adults. The study duration was 4 months and the technique was Non probability convenient sampling.The sample size was 290 older people out of which 48% were males and 52% were females aged between 60-95 years residing in different Old Age Homes of Lahore. The data were analyzed with SPSS version 21.0. The qualitative variables were reported using percentages and frequencies. Chi-square test was applied and p-value less than 0.05 was considered significant.Results:The results revealed that out of 290 respondents; 81(30%) of them were skipping breakfast, 133 (46%) were skipping lunch, 31(11%) were skipping dinner. There were 115(40%) geriatrics which were suffering from depression, 101(35%) were suffering from dementia, 29(10%) were suffering from Insomnia, 45(15%) had Dizziness/Irritability. Only 35(12%) older adults who were taking Supplements. On daily basis, 198(68%) of elderly people were incorporating Chapatti/rice into their diet as the best source of energy, 61(21%) respondents were preferring Milk/yogurt, 22(8%) of older people were consuming fruit juices and salad, 8(3%) of older people were those whose daily food was Soup/porridge. Conclusions:The study concluded that most of the older adults were skipping their meals on daily basis and were suffering from depression, dementia, Insomnia, Dizziness/Irritability. They were less focusing on supplements. The elderly people were mostly consuming Chapatti/rice on daily basis from all of the food groups, they were observed in stressful situations during the meal, when most of the people had reduced their food, there were some who stopped eating. In both males and females, a trend of sweet and salty cravings was mostly seen.
THE IMPLEMENTATION OF MIND MAPPING STRATEGY ON STUDENTS’SPEAKING ABILITY (LITERATURE STUDY)
Authors: Ahmad Yanuar Syauki  , Bendra Wardana  , Sulistiawati Maulina
Published: October 2021

This objective of the study is to improve students' speaking skills through the implementation of the mind mapping strategy. This study uses a literature study consisting of several sources, such as primary sources from books and secondary sources from manuscripts and journals. The results of the research that the author did from several sources studied by Asrifal Mirza increased the score which post-test experiment was higher (mean 69.05) while the mean of post-test control class was 57.11. Researcher tati rahmawati on his journal So it can be seen from the result of the first cycle, in this test we can know that the highest score was 88, the lowest score was 56 and the average of students' score was 71.7, for the second cycle the highest score was 100, the lowest score was 76 and the average of the students' score was 80.9. It showed that there was significant improvement of students' skills in speaking. And from the overall results of previous studies that examined theoretically, it can be concluded that the implementation of mind mapping strategy had a significant effect
Vlaamse en Nederlandse burgemeesters in volle corona(s)t(r)ijd
Authors: Wayenberg Ellen , van Genugten Marieke , Voets Joris , Resodihardjo Sandra , Torfs Inke , Van Haelter Bram
Published: October 2021

Flemish and Dutch mayors in full corona time and corona struggle

How did Flemish and Dutch mayors experience the first months of the corona crisis? To find out, the Flemish and Dutch authors of this article first zoom in on the local government system of Flanders (Belgium) and the Netherlands in which these mayors operate. That system differs between the Low Countries from a functional, territorial and political perspective. However, a thorough document analysis and a series of interviews teach us that the position and leeway of mayors is quite similar in full corona time and during the corona struggle. Crisis decision-making is centralised in both Flanders and the Netherlands. Mayors therefore quickly made a significant shift in terms of (1) power and authority (respectively to the provincial governor and the federal level and to the regional mayor and the national level); (2) tasks (prioritising crisis management over other tasks); and (3) roles (increased importance for the executive role with impact on the ‘mayor father’ or ‘mayor mother’ role). And, with that, this contribution shows that Flemish and Dutch mayors, and if they are extended, local authorities, are indispensable for these days tackling a crisis, even if it extends far beyond their own borders.
De Wet verplichte meldcode geëvalueerd: eerste stappen gezet, maar doel nog niet bereikt
Authors: Ridderbos-Hovingh C.M. , Winter H.B. , Frederiks B.J.M. , Woestenburg N.O.M.
Published: October 2021

De Wet verplichte meldcode geëvalueerd: eerste stappen gezet, maar doel nog niet bereikt

De conclusie van het eerste evaluatieonderzoek van de Wet verplichte meldcode is dat met de invoering van een meldcode de eerste stappen zijn gezet richting een ondersteuningsmodel voor professionals om signalen van huiselijk geweld en kindermishandeling te herkennen en hen handvatten te bieden om sneller en adequater hulp te bieden.
Kroniek rechtspraak rechten van de mens
Authors: Hendriks A.C.
Published: October 2021

Kroniek rechtspraak rechten van de mens

Het Europees Hof voor de Rechten van de Mens (EHRM of Hof) heeft in de periode september 2020 tot en met augustus 2021 verschillende uitspraken gedaan over mensenrechtelijke vragen op het snijvlak met het gezondheidsrecht. Veel van deze uitspraken borduren voort op eerdere jurisprudentie van het Hof, maar er zijn ook uitspraken over nieuwe onderwerpen, waaronder over COVID-19, de rechten van psychiatrische patiënten, huiselijk geweld en kindermishandeling alsmede over vaccineren.
Desenvolvimento de um Algoritmo para a Expansão de Capacidade do Problema de Projeto de Redes sob Efeito de Congestionamento
Authors: De Freitas Túlio Bitencourt , Santos Karolliny Danielle , Rodrigues Edwaldo Soares
Published: October 2021

Uma área da Pesquisa Operacional bastante estudada é o problema de projeto de redes. Alguns problemas impactam diretamente nas redes, diminuindo sua qualidade de serviço, como o congestionamento, sendo o principal problema abordado neste trabalho. Dessa forma, objetiva-se desenvolver um algoritmo capaz de tratar o problema de projetos de rede sob efeito de congestionamento. A formulação matemática do problema foi elaborada, abrangendo a expansão de capacidade, onde a quantidade de commodities enviada nos links é expandida e a instalação de novos links; sendo, em seguida, desenvolvido  o algoritmo. Na realização de testes neste artigo foram utilizadas as instâncias de Nugent, os resultados obtidos foram apresentados, e, para melhor compreensão dos mesmos, foi representada graficamente a instância de 15 nós. Finalmente, conclui-se que o algoritmo foi capaz de modificar a rede de acordo com  a expansão de capacidade nos links, e, tratar o congestionamento, melhorando a qualidade de serviço das redes.
Investigating the Effect of Community-Based Educational Robotics Programs on Underrepresented Youth
Authors: Flaningam Eric , Keyerleber Hanna , Embry Christopher
Published: October 2021

Traditional STEM academic programs have a large discrepancy in participation and engagement between low-income and minority students as compared to their peers from other demographics. This underrepresentation is visible beginning in the classroom and carrying through to higher education and the STEM workforce. The Ware Research Group previously studied the STEM learning environments of low-income communities in Lafayette, IN. Study results suggested that traditionally structured classroom environments were not effective in achieving high levels of participation and engagement in STEM material. To address this deficit, the research group is observing how community-centered STEM programs affect participation and engagement from low-income and minority students. The research group is using FIRST LEGO League (FLL), an internationally recognized STEM program for students in grades 4-8, as the vehicle for STEM education. Two FLL teams have been established in community centers serving the same communities previously studied by the research group. These teams focus on the STEM curriculum developed for the FLL program, focusing on action-based projects and the development of STEM and soft skills. The participating students on the teams range in age from 9-14 and offer a snapshot of the community demographic. This study is collecting qualitative data on student growth based on STEM engagement and overall educational outcomes. The team hypothesized students will see measurable improvements in skills such as programming, critical thinking, and communication. Thus far, qualitative observations have supported the hypothesis; however, the study will need to continue before making final conclusions. Community-based STEM programs may improve student representation in STEM programs and fields. If this study is proven to be successful, it could provide a resource for developing similar community-based stem programming.
O Uso de Extreme Programming em uma Organização CMM Nível 2
Authors: Campelo Renata Endriss Carneiro , Silva Fábio Gomes , de Moura Hermano Perrelli
Published: October 2021

Recentemente a comunidade de software vem se deparando com um grupo de novas metodologias de desenvolvimento de software, classificadas como “Metodologias Ágeis”, que possui como principais características valores contrastantes com modelos de qualidade reconhecidos mundialmente. Os valores são: Indivíduos e iterações sobre processos e ferramentas; Software funcionando sobre documentação compreensiva; Colaboração do cliente sobre negociação de contrato; Resposta à mudança sobre seguir um plano. Este artigo relata o uso em um projeto da metodologia ágil Extreme Programming (XP) numa organização alinhada aos processos definidos pelo nível 2 do Capability Maturity Model (CMM), além de ressaltar os benefícios e problemas encontrados pelo uso destas duas abordagens.
Personalização e Implantação de Procedimentos de Gestão da Qualidade dentro de um Programa de Melhoria
Authors: dos Santos Daniela Alvin Seabra , Pimentel Bruno Santos , Machado Fabiana Trindade , Cardoso Gisele Silva , Paula Filho Wilson de Pádua
Published: October 2021

Neste artigo descrevemos uma experiência com um programa de melhoria de organizações técnicas, nos aspectos de processos, pessoas e tecnologia, focalizando problemas da Gestão da Qualidade (Garantia da qualidade, Gestão de configurações e Gestão de revisões). Constatou-se que o diagnóstico e as recomendações do programa foram fundamentais para definir quais procedimentos da organização precisavam ser alterados, quais requeriam apenas um detalhamento e quais necessitavam de reestruturação profunda. Sem o programa, a Gestão da Qualidade continuaria sendo relegada a um segundo plano dentro da organização, não produtiva e realizada apenas para o cumprimento formal do processo oficial.
Inspeção de Documentos de Requisitos Baseado em Técnica de Leitura PBR: Experiência Prática no CPqD
Authors: de Freitas Mirian Ellen , Pagliuso Priscilla B. B. , Villas Boas André , Tambascia Claudia De Andrade , Maldonado José Carlos , Höhn Erika Nina , Fabbri Sandra Camargo Pinto Ferraz
Published: October 2021

Este artigo relata a realização de um experimento de inspeção de requisitos utilizando a técnica PBR.O estudo de caso foi desenvolvido com a aplicação do pacote PBR em um documento de especificação de requisitos do módulo operação do Gerência da Planta[3], visando a instanciação da técnica PBR para as necessidades do CPqD. O artigo apresenta os resultados obtidos nos experimentos do ponto de vista dos aspectos gerenciais considerados na adoção da tecnologia transferida e o esforço envolvido na adoção de um processo de revisão baseado no paradigma PBR.
Teste Estrutural de Integração de Programas de Aplicação de Banco de Dados Relacional
Authors: Spoto Edmundo Sérgio , Leitão Junior Plínio de Sá , Jino Mario , Maldonado José Carlos
Published: October 2021

A busca pela qualidade de Aplicações de Banco de Dados Relacionais (ABDR) envolve a definição de abordagens de teste que considerem o fluxo de dados persistentes. A técnica de teste estrutural é baseada na estrutura interna de programas; ela é aplicada no teste de unidade de programas e na integração dessas unidades. Este trabalho explora a análise de fluxo de dados persistentes em ABDR, para determinar requisitos para teste estrutural de integração. Especificamente, uma abordagem é proposta para o teste estrutural de integração em programas com SQL embutida, onde a persistência de dados estabelece associações de fluxo de dados. A abordagem considera o teste de integração intra-modular e intermodular para definir os requisitos de teste. Os critérios de teste propostos estão baseados na estrutura de chamada entre unidades e na dependência exclusiva de dados, focados nas relações de fluxo de dados persistentes.
Impactos de uma alternativa de sistema integrado para o contexto da pequena empresa
Authors: Ramos Jr. Moacir P. , Olivera Bruno T. de , Albuquerque João de , Coelho Fernando S.
Published: October 2021

O presente trabalho aborda um estudo de caso sobre o impacto da implantação de um sistema integrado em uma pequena empresa. O trabalho foi estruturado a partir de análise bibliográfica a respeito de sistemas ERP e entrevistas com os envolvidos no projeto de implantação do sistema. Os principais resultados obtidos referem-se a benefícios e dificuldades obtidos pela empresa diferentes daqueles indicados pela análise bibliográfica. Entre as principais características da solução está o baixo custo de implantação do sistema baseado na Internet. Do ponto de vista organizacional, destacou-se aremodelagem de processos simplificada, devido à obtenção da certificação ISO 9001 pela empresa antes da implantação do sistema integrado.
Protótipo de uma Ferramenta de Software para Apoio no Tratamento de Crianças com Autismo
Authors: Farias Ezequiel , Cunha Mônica
Published: October 2021

É notório que o uso da tecnologia vem trazendo inúmeros benefícios no tratamento de doenças, o autismo não está fora desta realidade. Por ser uma síndrome caracterizada por falhas em áreas específicas e em níveis diversos, a mesma acaba exigindo adequação dos mecanismos utilizados para o tratamento de indivíduos que a apresentam, incluindo neste universo as atividades alfabetizadoras, etapa fundamental no tratamento. O objetivo deste artigo é apresentar o protótipo de um software que auxilie na alfabetização de crianças autistas, procurando dinamizar o uso da metodologia TEACCH, atualmente aplicada de forma manual, e já internalizada por crianças que recebem algum tipo de acompanhamento.
Using PDCA as a General Framework for Teaching and Evaluating the Learning of Software Engineering Disciplines
Authors: Mergen Sérgio , Kepler Fábio , Silva João Pablo S. da , Cera Márcia C.
Published: October 2021

Software engineering disciplines need to be taught in contexts as diverse as undergraduate courses and large corporations training programs. A primary challenge in teaching such disciplines, in any context, is to quickly and effectively evaluate the students learning and measure their strengths and weaknesses. Another challenge is to make students of different instances of a discipline end up with the same basic foundations, turning knowledge independent of the instructor. To overcome these challenges we propose an approach for software engineering teaching based on adapted PDCA cycles and checklists as instruments of evaluation. We also report a case study which shows the implementation of this approach in teaching a first year undergraduate software engineering course. With a careful definition of checklists, the use of the adapted version of PDCA as a methodology for software engineering teaching is promising, allowing an efficient form of evaluation.
Uma abordagem Baseada em Agentes de Apoio à Gestão de Projetos de Software
Authors: Chagas José Ferdinandy Silva , Mendes Neto Francisco Milton , Cortés Mariela Inés
Published: October 2021

Modelos de melhoria de processo de software podem contribuir significativamente na qualidade do produto e evolução das organizações. No entanto, a implementação destes modelos é um grande desafio. Esse processo gera um aumento na carga cognitiva do gerente de projeto que deve gerenciar os projetos seguindo as recomendações do modelo. Este artigo propõe um sistema web multi-agente para auxiliar na gestão do conhecimento e automação de tarefas recomendadas pelo modelo CMMI (Capability Maturity Model Integration) Nível 2.
Scratch + CNC: Mixing Physical and Digital Worlds
Authors: Maraschin Jr Dirceu , Gutierres Anderson , Primo Tiago Thompsen
Published: October 2021

Knowledge retention occurs most effectively when there is experimentation and there is an association between understanding what was learned conceptually and a real experience. We propose the development of an extension for Scratch 3.0 allowing the interaction with a CNC (Computer Numeric Control) machine. A proposal of cooperation between two environments in the learning context is created, combining programming in blocks with equipment able to provide outputs in physical objects.
Exploring ERP Distortions to Reduce the Encoding Time of 360 Videos
Authors: Storch Iago , Zatt Bruno , Agostini Luciano , Palomino Daniel
Published: October 2021

The encoding of 360 videos presents many challenges. These spherical videos require a planar projection stage prior to encoding, and there are no studies on how projection interferes with the encoder decisions. Also, due to the increased resolution, encoding 360 videos is computationally costlier than conventional videos. In this work, we perform an extensive evaluation of how the texture distortions caused by the projection interfere with the encoder’s behavior and exploit these interferences to propose multiple fast algorithms to accelerate the encoding. Experimental results show that the proposed algorithms reduce encoding time significantly with minor coding efficiency penalties, while the evaluations expose novel insights into the encoder behavior. The reached results are published in important events and journals.
VALERIA: Uma Plataforma para Auxiliar o Diagnóstico e o Monitoramento de Arboviroses
Authors: de Oliveira Thomás Tabosa , da Silva Neto Sebastião Rogério , Teixeira Igor Vitor , Endo Patricia Takako , Sampaio Vanderson Souza
Published: October 2021

Arboviruses are Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) that mainly affect developing countries and Brazil is one of them. Such diseases have a negative impact on quality of life of the patients. One of the main challenges in combating these diseases is the difficulty of an accurate diagnosis among the concomitant arborival diseases due the similarity of symptoms. This project proposes VALERIA, a low-cost platform based on machine learning (ML) models for assisting the diagnose of arboviruses in the national scenario. VALERIA is proposed to improve the quality of life of patients, allowing the most appropriate treatment after a diagnose and therefore presenting a great potential of generating local public policies of social impact. A prototype was already developed for diagnosis and is in validation phase by public health specialists.
Die visuelle Repräsentation der »englischen« Freiheit
Authors: Zeiler Frank
Published: October 2021

This study is the first comprehensive account of the motifs used in England from the time of the Commonwealth until the debate on the Reform Act of 1832 in the then important medium of political prints to demand, celebrate or defend constitutional liberty. Based on an extensive corpus of extant prints, the study describes the genesis and the “graphic career” of each motif and shows how the motifs were used, in which contexts they appeared, what their meaning was and what significance they had at different times over a period of almost two hundred years.
Elements of Diagnosis and Non-surgical Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Adults from the Dental Medicine Perspective
Authors: Trăistaru Teodor , Pantea Mihaela , Maria Cristina Țâncu Ana , Imre Marina
Published: October 2021

Dentists hold a key role in the context of ever-growing concerns regarding the management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) in adults. Dentists’ contribution in this domain starts with the screening of patients with possible OSA. An earlier intervention for correcting a dento-maxillary anomaly or a parafunction will often serve as a preventive treatment with regard to possible OSA. Furthermore, dental medicine offers nowadays, apart from orthodontic and surgical treatment, a set of therapeutical methods, the most commonly used being the oral appliance and myofunctional therapies. Another important sphere of professional responsibility of the dentist involved in the treatment of OSA consists of periodical examinations focused on assessing clinical evolution, corrective interventions on oral appliances and interventions for preventing local complications. On the other hand, recent studies indicate the potential of different pharmacotherapy agents on OSA pathophysiology, severity and treatment. These agents have shown promising results in improving the efficacy of other therapies dedicated to OSA, therefore, current topics in modern scientific research include the evaluation of standard, even higher doses of single agents or the combination of different agents on the evolution of OSA, as well as the assessment of the association of diverse pharmacotherapy agents with other OSA therapies.