bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Efficacy and Acceptability of a Mobile App for Monitoring the Clinical Status of Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Receiving Home Oxygen Therapy: Randomized Controlled Trial (Preprint)
Authors: Naranjo-Rojas Anisbed , Perula-de Torres Luis Ángel , Cruz-Mosquera Freiser Eccehomo , Molina-Recio Guillermo
Published: January 2025

BACKGROUND

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) primarily originates from exposure to tobacco smoke, although factors, such as air pollution and exposure to chemicals, also play a role. One of the primary treatments for COPD is oxygen therapy, which helps manage dyspnea and improve survival rates. Mobile health (mHealth) technologies have demonstrated significant potential in monitoring patients with chronic diseases, offering new avenues for enhancing patient care and disease management.

OBJECTIVE

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and acceptability of a mobile app designed for the clinical monitoring of patients with COPD and home oxygen (HO) therapy, compared with conventional monitoring in real-world community settings.

METHODS

A parallel-group, nonblinded, multicenter randomized controlled trial was conducted with 45 participants; the intervention group (IG), which used the mobile app in addition to conventional monitoring (n=23) and the control group, which received only conventional monitoring (n=22), administered by therapists over a duration of 3 months. The primary outcomes included the chronic obstructive pulmonary disease assessment test (CAT) score, the level of dyspnea measured by the Borg scale, and oxygen saturation percentage, assessed at both the beginning and end of the trial. Secondary outcomes included the frequency of app use, the number of hospitalizations, and survival rates. In addition, a satisfaction survey and an interview were conducted with the IG.

RESULTS

The median use of the mobile app was 21 (IQR 16-28) days. At the end of the follow-up, the Borg dyspnea scale was significantly lower in patients who used the mobile app for HO therapy monitoring (mean 0.6, SD 0.8 vs mean 4.1, SD 1.4; P=.001). Regarding the impact of COPD on quality of life, as measured by the CAT, no differences were found in the scores between baseline and end-of-follow-up within the control group. However, a significant decrease was observed in the IG (baseline median CAT 27, IQR 23-31 vs final median CAT 22, IQR 14-28; P<.001). In addition, the CAT score was significantly higher in patients receiving conventional monitoring compared with those monitored with the mobile app (median 30, IQR 23-32 vs median 22, IQR 14-28; P=.02).

CONCLUSIONS

The use of the mobile app, AppO2 (SINCO), designed for the clinical monitoring of patients with COPD and HO therapy, is associated with improved quality of life. In addition, the app is highly accepted by users, promotes self-care, and fosters patient confidence in managing their own condition.

CLINICALTRIAL

ClinicalTrials NCT04820790; https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT04820790

INTERNATIONAL REGISTERED REPORT

RR2-https://doi.org/10.1186/s12875-021-01450-8
Developing a SNOMED CT-based value set to document symptoms and diagnoses for adverse drug events (Preprint)
Authors: Lau Erica , Bird Linda , Lau Anthony , Chau Yau-Lam Alex , Butcher Katherine , Buchkowsky Susan , Gossack-Keenan Kira , Sadowski Cheryl , Hohl Corinne
Published: January 2025

BACKGROUND

Adverse drug events (ADE) lead to over two million emergency department visits in Canada annually, resulting in significant patient harm and over $1 billion in healthcare costs. Effective documentation and sharing of ADE information through electronic medical records (EMRs) is essential to inform subsequent care and improve safety when culprit medications can be replaced and re-exposures avoided. Yet current systems often lack standardized comprehensive ADE value sets.

OBJECTIVE

This study aimed to develop a SNOMED CT value set for symptoms and diagnoses to standardize ADE documentation and improve ADE data integration into EMRs.

METHODS

We used ADE data from ActionADE, a prospective reporting system implemented in nine hospitals in British Columbia. We extracted 5,792 reports that yielded 827 unique ADE symptom and diagnosis terms based on MedDRA preferred terms. Two independent mappers employed both automated and manual mapping approaches to match these terms to SNOMED CT concepts. Two clinical experts conducted validation, followed by a quality assurance review by a separate clinical team. Discrepancies were resolved through consensus discussions. Interrater reliability was assessed using Cohen’s kappa.

RESULTS

The automated mapping process identified 63.8% (528/827) semantically equivalent matches from SNOMED CT’s Clinical Finding hierarchy. Two mappers manually reviewed the automatically mapped terms and identified appropriate target concepts for the unmapped terms. After the manual mapping process, 95.3% (788/827) of the source terms were successfully mapped to SNOMED CT concepts, with 4.7% (39/827) remaining unmapped. Interrater reliability between the mappers was strong (κ = 0.87, 95% CI: 0.85-0.89). The validation phase identified and removed one irrelevant term, resulting in 98.9% (778/826) terms mapped, with 1.6% (9/826) unmapped, and a high interrater reliability (κ = 0.88, 95% CI: 0.80-0.95). During quality assurance, six terms were flagged for concerns regarding clinical relevance or safety risks and were resolved through discussions. The final value set comprised 813 SNOMED CT concepts, with 95.0% of terms classified as semantically equivalent. Thirteen additional terms remained unmapped and will be reviewed as new SNOMED CT codes are added.

CONCLUSIONS

This study developed a SNOMED CT-based value set to document symptoms and diagnoses for adverse drug events observed in adults in EMRs. Adopting this value set can improve the consistency, accuracy, and interoperability of ADE documentation in EMRs, helping to reduce repeat ADEs and enhance patient safety. Ongoing refinement and improved clinical usability are essential for its widespread adoption. Future research should assess the impact of integrating this value set into EMRs on ADE reporting, pharmacovigilance, and patient safety outcomes.
The association between FI-LAB and all-cause mortality in hospitalized older adults (Preprint)
Authors: Pasternak Eyal , Freud Tamar , Press Yan
Published: January 2025

BACKGROUND

Frailty is a common issue among hospitalized elderly patients and is associated with numerous adverse health outcomes. Assessing frailty facilitates better decision-making on treatment plans, patient placement, and discharge planning. Approximately a decade ago, the FI-LAB metric was introduced as a frailty index, based primarily on laboratory tests. This metric effectively predicts adverse health outcomes, including mortality.

OBJECTIVE

The aim of the study was to investigate the relationship between FI-LAB at admission and all-cause mortality during hospitalization and after discharge in patients aged 65 and older admitted to internal medicine departments.

METHODS

This retrospective cohort study included patients aged 65 and older hospitalized in the internal medicine departments of a large tertiary hospital. Data included demographic variables, comorbidity, and all-cause mortality. The FI-LAB was calculated based on 16 available blood tests, as well as blood pressure and heart rate measurements. Hospitalization data were collected from December 25, 2016, to January 7, 2023, and mortality data were gathered up to November 16, 2024.

RESULTS

During the study period, 31,443 patients were hospitalized in internal medicine departments, and FI-LAB was calculable for 31,398 of them. The mean age of the patients was 77.6 ± 8.2 years, and 52.1% were women. The mean FI-LAB score was 0.38 ± 0.15. Based on FI-LAB scores, patients were categorized into four groups: robust, mildly pre-frail, moderately pre-frail, and frail. After adjusting for age, sex, and comorbidities, frail and pre-frail patients exhibited higher mortality rates than robust patients. For each 0.01 increase in the FI-LAB score (as a continuous variable), adjusted analyses revealed a 5.5% increase in in-hospital mortality, a 2.9% increase in mortality within the first year after hospitalization, and a 1.9% increase in mortality beyond the first year.

CONCLUSIONS

FI-LAB is a readily available and informative metric that can assist physicians in evaluating hospitalized older patients.

CLINICALTRIAL

The study was approved by the Helsinki Committee of the Soroka Medical Center (SOR-0297-23).
Elevated Risk of Accidental Injuries in SARS Survivors and Their Relatives: Insights Relevant to the COVID-19 Pandemic—A Nationwide Cohort Study in Taiwan (Preprint)
Authors: Sung Chieh , Chung Chi-Hsiang , Sun Chien-An , Tsao Chang-Huei , Ng Daphne Yih , Weng Tsu-Hsuan , Fann Li-Yun , Lin Fu-Huang , Chien Wu-Chien
Published: January 2025

BACKGROUND

The 2003 SARS outbreak led to both acute health impacts and lasting effects on survivors and their families.

OBJECTIVE

Study investigates the increased risk of accidental and intentional injuries among SARS survivors and their relatives, with implications for future pandemics, including COVID-19.

METHODS

This retrospective cohort study utilized data from Taiwan’s National Health Insurance Research Database, focused on 285 individuals diagnosed with SARS in 2003 and 699 of their relatives, matched in a 1:10 ratio with controls. Injury risks were assessed using Fine and Gray’s competing risk models, adjusting for sociodemographic and clinical covariates, over a follow-up period of up to 15 years.

RESULTS

SARS survivors had a higher risk of accidental injuries (AHR = 1.631, 95% CI: 1.184–2.011, p < 0.001), as did their relatives (AHR = 1.572, 95% CI: 1.148–1.927, p < 0.001). Subgroup analysis showed elevated risks of poisoning and falls among survivors, while relatives had higher risks of traffic accidents, poisoning, medical incidents, falls, and crushing injuries.

CONCLUSIONS

SARS survivors and relatives face increased injury risks, highlighting long-term physical and psychosocial vulnerabilities after severe infectious outbreaks. These findings suggest healthcare systems should provide preventive and supportive measures to mitigate long-term impacts for those affected by pandemics.
Assessing Chronic Cognitive-Motor Deficits Associated with Concussion History Using Computerized Eye-hand Coordination Tasks (Preprint)
Authors: Zhu Qin , Huang Shaochen
Published: January 2025

BACKGROUND

Concussion has been a major public health concern due to the substantial cognitive sequelae it results. Although the dysfunctions of the frontal lobe and corpus callosum owing to concussions have been documented, the existing concussion screening tools merely examine cognitive functions in isolation of motor functions and failed to detect the chronic cognitive-motor impairments following concussions. Yet, there has been no concussion screening test aimed specifically to assess the coupled cognitive-motor functions.

OBJECTIVE

The current study aimed to provide preliminary evidence for using computerized eye-hand coordination tasks to detect chronic cognitive-motor deficits associated with concussion history.

METHODS

The computerized eye-hand coordination tasks were used to assess the coupled cognitive-motor functions of the participants with and without a history of concussion. In Experiment 1, a total of 12 participants (6 young adults with a concussion history and 6 healthy controls) completed longitudinal assessments of coordination profiles across a year. Experiment 2 examined a total of 20 participants (10 concussed participants and 10 healthy controls) using an iterated single-session protocol. Just Noticeable Difference (JND) and Proportion of Time-on-Task (PTT) were used to assess cognitive-motor performance. Mixed-design ANOVAs were used to examine group differences and the effect sizes were assessed using Cohen’s d test.

RESULTS

In Experiment 1, concussed participants exhibited more inconsistent ability to visually discriminate the in-phase coordination pattern, while their performance in producing unimanual and bimanual in-phase and anti-phase coordination patterns were consistently poorer than the healthy controls (P’s < .05). In Experiment 2 where only the unimanual coordination tasks were implemented for screening, concussed participants showed impaired performance in both in-phase and anti-phase tasks, and they also failed to show the differentiated performance between anti-phase and 90 coordination patterns.

CONCLUSIONS

Due to their ability to detect both impaired and undifferentiated performance in producing intrinsic and novel coordination patterns, the unimanual coordination tasks appear to be a sensitive screening tool for chronic cognitive-motor deficits associated with concussion history.
Gelatinization Behavior, Morphological, and Chemical Properties of Flour of Cassava, Sago, and Wheat
Authors: Setya Budi Muhammad Abduh  , Nurwantoro  , Mulyani Sri , Nurwidiyanto Arif Rizqi , Widiyanti Sri Hestiningsih
Published: January 2025

Gelatinization is an important property tailoring the functionalities of starch present in flour. This study aimed to investigate the gelatinization properties of Indonesian cassava and sago flours, namely tapioca, modified cassava flour, modified cassava starch, sago starch, and from soft and hard wheat. The gelatinization properties were investigated based on pasting and thermal properties, which were analyzed by means of a rapid visco analyzer (RVA) and differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), respectively. In addition, the morphological property was investigated using polarized microscopy, and chemical properties, namely solid, protein, lipid, ash, and crude fiber, were analyzed respectively using thermogravimetry, Kjeldahl, solvent extraction, and acid hydrolysis. It is found that flours of cassava, wheat and sago show pasting temperature (°C) of 69 – 71, 83 – 85, and 74; peak viscosity (cp) of 5400 – 5800, 2400 – 2700, and 2065; breakdown viscosity (cp) of 2600 – 4000, 900 – 1200, and 1493, setback viscosity (cp) of 1000 – 1500, 1000 – 1100, and 1063, final viscosity (cp) of 2800 – 3100, 2500 – 2700, and 1635. For gelatinization temperature (°C), they show onset temperature of 66 – 69, 54 – 60, and 72.04; peak temperature of 70 – 74, 60 – 64, and 75.93; conclusion temperature of 78 – 81, 66 – 69, and 80.99; and enthalpy change (J/g) of 8 – 12, 3 – 6, and 9.78. It can be concluded that flour and starch of cassava show the highest pasting profile (temperature and viscosity), while sago shows the lowest among the samples. Sago shows the highest gelatinization temperatures but the lowest enthalpy among samples. Starches of cassava show a round granular shape, smaller than wheat, while sago shows an oval shape. Considering the chemical composition, higher protein leads to higher pasting temperatures, and higher amylopectin content leads to higher peak and breakdown viscosities that might influence the gelatinization properties of flours.
Optimizing Crystal Size Distribution Based on Different Cooling Strategies in Batch Crystallization Process
Authors: Adnan Siti Zubaidah , Abdul Samad Noor Asma Fazli
Published: January 2025

Crystal size distribution (CSD) is an essential criterion for determining the production of high-quality crystals since it influences the efficiency of the crystallization process. Producing specified CSD in the crystallization process represents a main challenge as it depends on temperature control, which indirectly regulates the solution’s concentration and affects the crystal’s evolution. Different temperature profiles may influence the distribution of crystal products, and a suitable optimization algorithm is required to produce an optimum temperature trajectory that produces the desired CSD. Thus, this study aims to maximize the CSD of the grown seed crystals while minimizing the nucleus-grown crystals by employing the best optimization algorithm for the potash alum crystallization process. The crystallization process was developed and simulated in Matlab software using a potash alum in the water system. Four optimization algorithms were proposed with different objective functions, such as maximizing mean crystal size (I), minimizing coefficient of variation (II), minimizing nucleus-grown crystals (III), and maximizing CSD (IV). Based on the simulation results, optimization IV, which maximizes CSD, performs best with a large mean crystal size of 490 µm. Furthermore, the number of fine crystals was among the lowest at a volume distribution of 0.00071 m3/m compared to the linear profile at 0.00191 m3/m. Optimization IV employs a dissolution strategy, which manipulates two quality specifications in one algorithm (size of crystals and number of fines), which is considered the best optimal cooling profile for seeded batch crystallization by maximizing CSD and minimizing the generation of nucleus-grown crystals.
Effect of Some Mineralizers and Organic Acids on the Structural and Luminescence Properties of Zn2SiO4 : Mn Phosphor Synthesized at Low Temperature by Impregnation – Coprecipitation Method
Authors: Nguyen Thi Thanh , Le Xuan Thanh
Published: January 2025

Suitable mineralizers promote the formation of the desired phases upon sintering, and organic acids have reducing properties that make the Mn2+ ions more stable during synthesis. The purpose of this work is to study the effect of some mineralizers and organic acids as well as sintering temperature on the structural and luminescence properties of manganese-doped zinc orthosilicate phosphor, synthesized at low temperature by impregnation-coprecipitation method. Photoluminescence spectroscopy, XRD, SEM and EDS were used to investigate the samples. The results show that the most suitable mole ratio of the constituents in the precursor is: 1.97 Zn : 0.03 Mn : 1.0 SiO2 : 0.03 H3BO3 : 0.03 CH3COOH. During 45 minutes, the sample calcined at 700 oC is a bi-phase mixture of β-Zn2SiO4 and α-Zn2SiO4, emitting yellow light at 575 nm wavelength when excited by 254 nm UV radiation. Boric acid is the mineralizer for α-Zn2SiO4. At 800 oC, there is a phase transition from the orthorhombic β-Zn2SiO4 to the rhombo H. axes α-Zn2SiO4. The sample calcined at 900 oC is a single-phase zinc manganese borosilicate solid solution with rhombo H. axes structure of α-Zn2SiO4, consisting of fairly uniform spherical particles with size from 0.3-0.5 µm and emitting 525 nm green light with a luminescence intensity of 46% higher than that of the control sample. The resulting luminescent pigment has the potential for security applications.
Performance Recovery Following Upward and Downward Flushing of Up-flow Sand Filter
Authors: Abd Lahin Farhana , Yong Abigail Bernardette , Sarbatly Rosalam
Published: January 2025

The up-flow sand filter (USF) is an excellent alternative to conventional downward sand filters, reducing susceptibility to clogging. Two methods of cleaning the USF are upward flushing and downward flushing. The efficiency of both methods towards water quality was investigated by comparing the recovery of turbidity, total suspended solids (TSS), dissolved oxygen (DO), and pressure drop. The results obtained after upward flushing include turbidity levels of 22.64 NTU, TSS levels of 33.13 mg/L, DO levels of 4.78 mg/L (top layer), 5.20 mg/L (middle layer), and 4.20 mg/L (bottom layer), as well as a pressure loss recovery difference of 6.05 cm. Meanwhile, downward flushing obtained turbidity levels of 27.84 NTU, TSS levels of 34.5 mg/L, DO levels of 6.12 mg/L (top level), 6.38 mg/L (mid-level), and 5.48 mg/L (bottom level), as well as a pressure drop recovery difference of 12.87 cm. The ripening period of a filter refers to the stage where the sand filter matures and reaches its optimum filtration ability. In this research, the ripening period achieved after upward flushing was 11 hours, while after downward flushing was 8 hours. This was obtained by measuring the time it took for water parameters to stabilize after flushing. Overall results showed that upward flushing was more efficient due to higher turbulence during upward flushing, allowing contaminants to dislodge from gaps or surfaces of sand particles.
Analysis of the Effect of Compensation, Work Motivation, and Job Satisfaction on Employee Productivity: A Case Study of a Frozen Food Company in Poultry Processing
Authors: Rahman Abd
Published: January 2025

This study explores the role of human resource management in achieving business goals, focusing on the impact of compensation and work motivation on employee job satisfaction. Conducted at a Frozen Food Company processing chicken and fast food items, the research spanned November to December 2023 across Maros Regency, Makassar City, and Gowa Regency. A quantitative approach was used, with a sample of 40 employees selected through non-probability sampling. Data were analyzed using structural equation modeling (SEM) with SmartPLS 4.0. Results show that compensation significantly impacts job satisfaction (path coefficient 0.524, p-value 0.001) and work motivation also has a significant effect (path coefficient 0.344, p-value 0.026). These findings emphasize the importance of improving compensation and work motivation to enhance employee satisfaction. Companies should focus on these areas within their human resource management strategies.
Keywords: Human resource management, compensation, work motivation, employee job satisfaction, frozen food industry, quantitative research, structural equation modeling (sem), smartpls 4.0.
RELATORIA - Familias multiespecie Giros mercantiles Caso: Amparo Directo 454/2021
Authors: Ramírez Sánchez Ana María
Published: January 2025

El texto aborda un fallo judicial que representa un avance en el reconocimiento de los derechos de los animales en el sistema jurídico mexicano. La sentencia visibiliza a los seres vivos como algo más que objetos, proponiendo su consideración como sujetos de derechos. Este avance contribuye a la "descosificación" jurídica de los animales, reconociendo su importancia en las familias multiespecie. Además, destaca la necesidad de establecimientos mercantiles relacionados con el cuidado y adiestramiento de caninos, marcando un paso significativo hacia una revolución jurídica que aborde la relación entre humanos y otros animales.
El elemento subjetivo en la responsabilidad del superior por crímenes de derecho penal internacional
Authors: Santander Vásquez Yuri Antonio
Published: January 2025

El artículo examina los elementos de los crímenes de derecho penal internacional, mediante el análisis dogmático y la revisión doctrinal y jurisprudencial, a partir de una breve revisión de su estructura general, para posteriormente profundizar en el elemento subjetivo y sus características para responsabilizar a los superiores, distinguiendo si corresponden —o no— a militares y civiles, y cómo se presenta en la ley especial chilena. La investigación se centra en determinar el contenido concreto de dicho elemento subjetivo, analizando su interpretación en la doctrina y jurisprudencia, así como los requisitos de conocimiento compartido entre superior y subordinado que demanda el principio de culpabilidad. Atendidas las particularidades del mens rea respecto de la responsabilidad de los superiores, se busca examinar, a la luz del principio de culpabilidad, si el elemento subjetivo se debe compartir entre el autor directo y el superior observando, además de la normativa internacional, la ley chilena, paradigmática debido a que es una particular norma local que describe un estatuto especial de responsabilidad del superior.
La promozione delle missioni di pace delle Nazioni Unite come modello di politica estera: un confronto tra la strategia della Repubblica Popolare Cinese e quella dell’Argentina, del Brasile e dell’Italia sulla base dei principi del Diritto Internazionale Pubblico
Authors: Villarreal Julio Francisco , Maietti Flaminia
Published: January 2025

Negli ultimi tre decenni la Repubblica Popolare Cinese ha attraversato una fase di progressivo cambiamento che ha avuto profonde ripercussioni sulla strategia geopolitica messa in atto in virtù della quale si è concretizzata la sua partecipazione alle missioni di pace delle Nazioni Unite. Il presente articolo si propone di indagare, sulla base dell’esperienza cinese, come i principi del Diritto Internazionale Pubblico abbiano influito sulla scelta di alcuni Stati come il Brasile, l’Argentina e l’Italia, di attuare una strategia simile a quella cinese. Si sosterrá, quindi, la tesi secondo cui questi Stati abbiano utilizzato la partecipazione a tali operazioni come presupposto per il loro inserimento nell’ordine internazionale.
Conciliación prejudicial obligatoria en los conflictos en materia de seguridad social. Comentarios a la jurisprudencia 2a. J.19/2022 (11a.) de la Suprema Corte de Justicia de la Nación
Authors: Herrera Pérez Alberto , Herrera Montes Eduardo Alberto
Published: January 2025

En 2022, la Segunda Sala de la Suprema Corte de Justicia de la Nación de México emitió criterio jurisprudencial en el sentido de considerar obligatorio agotar la instancia conciliatoria de manera previa al juicio laboral en el caso de precisos conflictos en materia de seguridad social. Se analizará en el presente ensayo este criterio el cual, posiblemente, transgrede el contenido del artículo 17 de la Constitución Política de los Estados Unidos Mexicanos.
Trabajadores independientes: su inserción en la seguridad social en México
Authors: Morales Ramírez María Ascensión
Published: January 2025

La informalidad, como resultado de la incapacidad de las economías para generar empleos productivos, así como de los cambios experimentados en el mundo del trabajo y la disrupción de las tecnologías, han generado un aumento de categorías que adoptan la forma de “trabajadores independientes”. Siempre ha resultado difícil implementar políticas y estrategias para la inserción de este sector en la seguridad social, porque la categoría comprende a un grupo heterogéneo, con disimiles ocupaciones e ingresos, y ahora la realidad cambiante del empleo ha creado una zona gris que complica su abordaje en los ámbitos laborales y de seguridad social.
Atender el entorno sociolaboral ha obligado a diseñar o readaptar esquemas para brindar protección social a los denominados “trabajadores independientes”, máxime por su exponencial crecimiento como consecuencia del impacto tecnológico. Sin embargo, las fórmulas adoptadas han sido a expensas de la reducción del régimen obligatorio general. En este marco, el presente trabajo analiza las intervenciones estatales implementadas recientemente en México para enfrentar la protección de este sector de la población.
La política del gasto en infraestructura en Ciudad de México y Yucatán, 2018-2021: ¿Un ejercicio de transparencia y rendición de cuentas?
Authors: Lara Escalante Mónica María
Published: January 2025

¿La implementación de proyectos de infraestructura puede considerarse como un ejercicio de rendición de cuentas? En el presente artículo se examinará el grado de accesibilidad a la carretera pavimentada, uno de los indicadores, incluido en el inciso IX del artículo 36 de la LGDS, en una reforma del año 2013; sin embargo, los datos muestran que, a pesar de la incorporación de este derecho, aún se observan diferencias a nivel estatal. La literatura previa señala que, la accesibilidad a la red de carretera pavimentada, se debe analizar desde dos dimensiones: una geográfica y una social. Los efectos de la accesibilidad se han estudiado ampliamente desde enfoques sociales, económicos y geográficos. Sin embargo, la propuesta de este artículo es abordar el tema desde un punto de vista político: la infraestructura y su impacto en la rendición de cuentas. Se propone estudiar dos de los casos con porcentajes de accesibilidad bajos: Ciudad de México y Yucatán. El periodo de estudio comprende los primeros tres años de la llegada de MORENA al gobierno federal (2018-2021), y se toma en cuenta que la Jefatura de Gobierno en Ciudad de México corresponde al mismo partido político que la presidencia; mientras que la gubernatura en Yucatán no lo es. Los resultados muestran que, a pesar de los esfuerzos presupuestarios y programáticos, la ciudadanía sigue considerando la falta de infraestructura como un problema grave.
Tres políticas anticorrupción a nivel federal en México: un análisis diacrónico de diferentes aproximaciones al mismo problema
Authors: Camacho Pérez Jason Alexis
Published: January 2025

Este artículo tiene como objetivo analizar el problema de la corrupción en México desde una perspectiva teórico-instrumental, cuestionando ¿Cómo se puede definir a la corrupción bajo el enfoque de política pública y qué nos dicen los instrumentos para combatirla acerca del problema? Para ello se parte de la hipótesis de que la corrupción es un problema perverso, complejo y dinámico, lo que dificulta su comprensión y abordaje efectivo. La metodología es una comparación diacrónica de la política anticorrupción a la luz de tres programas federales. Los resultados muestran que, aunque hay esfuerzos significativos para combatir la corrupción, la falta de una definición clara y la naturaleza multifacética del problema limitan la efectividad de estas políticas. Las conclusiones sostienen que se necesita una estrategia holística y una mayor precisión en la caracterización de la corrupción para mejorar las políticas anticorrupción en México.
The Role of Speech Pathology in Shaping Education Theory: A Literature Review
Authors: Marathe Shardul
Published: January 2025

This literature review explores the role of speech pathology in education, focusing on how communication challenges
influence academic and social outcomes. It highlights the historical integration of speech-language pathology (SLP) into
educational settings, emphasizing its major impact on students’ success. The review also examines practical solutions, such as
collaborative frameworks between educators and SLPs, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and advanced technologies like
AI-powered tools. By adjusting instruction to accommodate a range of communication needs, these interventions make sure that
kids can succeed in inclusive classrooms. Speech pathology has changed from solitary clinical practice to teamwork in
educational institutions. Teachers and SLPs help students overcome communication barriers and actively participate in learning
by incorporating strategies including individualized education plans (IEPs) and accessible teaching approaches. This essay also
discusses possible avenues for systemic transformation. Standardized regulations, greater training for teachers in
communication assistance, and more resources for SLPs could all benefit education as a whole. In order to guarantee that every
student has access to a worthwhile education, this literature review highlights the significance of ongoing studies.
ANÁLISIS CRÍTICO DEL FILM “AMÁRRATE A SALAMANCA”: LISÉRGICA, BRUJERÍA Y CULTURA POPULAR
Authors: Yévenes Guerra Carlos
Published: January 2025

El presente trabajo es un acercamiento ético-estético al film “AMÁRRATE A SALAMANCA”, 3ra apuesta del binomio Rodríguez- Faúndez, que experimenta el lenguaje audiovisual como soporte de registro y creación para exploración de un cine B en educación. El artículo observa los mecanismos productivos, procedimientos técnicos, y sistemas de pensamiento que interactúan con la pieza influyendo su estructura, distinguiendo aspectos de la producción y de la creación como polaridades en tensión, que determinan diferencias epistémicas a la hora de abordar el Cine-Escuela como campos de significación en contextos educativos. Instala la propuesta de los autores en una línea de Cine Social o Tercer Cine, abordando in extenso su concepción americana junto a la cronología de su desarrollo en una “cinematográfica contemporánea en Chile”, desde los cánones del Nuevo Cine Chileno hacia los ripios de un Cine Post-dictadura finisecular.
Effects of vehicular collisions on bird and mammal fauna in Magallanes, in summer
Authors: Mella Avila Jorge , Muñoz Villouta Cristian Adrian
Published: January 2025

For birds and megamammals, both the abundance and records of fauna roadkill in summer, on paved roads and gravel roads in the Magallanes Region, Chile, are described. In both types of routes, two specialists conducted vehicle routes, recording the number of birds and mammals, both alive and hit by vehicles, for each kilometer. The southern caracara was the most abundant species of raptor on paved roads in relation to gravel roads, while the guanaco was the most abundant mammal, both on roads and paths. Seven species were recently hit by roadkill, four mammals and three birds, all on the paved road, with no roadkill recorded on gravel roads. The hare was the mammal with the highest number of run-overs. The negative and positive effects of the roads on the fauna groups studied will be analyzed
The southern river otter, huillín Lontra provocax (Thomas, 1908) and the marine otter, chungungo Lontra felina (Molina, 1782) (Mustelidae: Lutrinae) in the Southern Patagonian fjord and channel system: distribution and conservation problems
Authors: Sielfeld Walter , Capellla Juan , Acevedo Jorge , Aguayo Anelio
Published: January 2025

The distribution of huillín (Lontra provocax) and chungungo (Lontra felina) in the marine environment of Aysén and Magallanes during 1977-82 and 2001-22 is analyzed. 85.3% of the huillín sightings were solitary individuals and 13.6% were females with 1-3 offsprings. 90% of the chungungo sightings were solitary animals and 10% were females with 1-2 young.

The huillín has a continuous distribution in fjords and southern channels, with a marine population probably greater than the continental one. The chungungo uses the ocean coast from the Guaitecas Islands to Cape Horn. Both species were found sympatrically on the Hermanas, Velasco, Mornington, Beauclerck and Contreras islands.

The Protected Areas in Chile are mostly terrestrial, and its importance for otter protection and its habitat is discussed. By their definition the Multiple Use Marine Protected Areas include productive activities, without certainty about their efficiency in protecting huillín/chungungo. The “Francisco Coloane” Marine Park, of only 1,506 hectares, represents the only sector in which the huillín has absolute protection, and the “Kawésqar” National Reserve, which covers the maritime territory around the “Kawésqar” National Park, brings together 82% of the salmon farming concessions in Magallanes, so its importance for the protection of huillín/chungungo is questionable.

Various activities and projects under development in the Aysén/Magallanes region are exempt from submission to the Environmental Impact Study System. The study of 1,563 projects related to marine and freshwater habitats, mentioned the huillín in only 5.4% and chungungo in 12.6% of the cases. 0.94% mentioned adverse effects, none of them on the huillín/chungungo, without mitigation, protection and/ or conservation measures for these species.

It is concluded that the situation of the huillín/chungungo in Southern Patagonia requires a thorough review of protection measures, with the establishment of protected areas and biological corridors between sectors and continental populations
Diversity of waterfowl in the marine wetland of Caulín, Chiloé, Southern Chile
Authors: Cursach Valenzuela Jaime , Rau Jaime , Tobar Claudio , Millanguir Javiera , Vilugron Jonnathan
Published: January 2025

Marine wetlands are intertidal areas with depths less than six meters, which stand out for their high biodiversity and the ecosystem services they offer. They are important environments for various species of aquatic birds, especially those belonging to the Anatidae family, which includes ducks, swans and geese. The objective of this work was to study the diversity of waterfowl present in the Caulín marine wetland, located in Chiloé, southern Chile. During the winter seasons of 2012, 2014 and 2015, the diversity of waterfowl was monitored using the transect technique. The Caulín marine wetland is an important site for the conservation of waterfowl, hosting nine species, of which four are classified as conservation problems and five are species of hunting permitted in Chile. The observed diversity and high abundance of some species, such as the Black-necked swan (Cygnus melancoryphus) and the Yellow-billed Teal (Anas flavirostris), highlight the ecological relevance of this wetland as refuge and feeding area for aquatic birds. Finally, it is recommended that the Canal de Chacao Hunting Prohibited Area continue to exist, along with the implementation and strengthening of specific conservation measures that address local threats
DIGITAL LITERACY PROGRAM DAILY LIFE WITH AI TOOLS
Authors: Jokonowo Bambang , Santoso Hadi , Afiyati Afiyati
Published: January 2025

The "Digital Literacy Program: Daily Life with AI Tools" is a community service initiative aimed at enhancing digital literacy by integrating artificial intelligence (AI) tools into daily routines. Conducted at Rumah Pertubuhan Masyarakat Indonesia (PERMAI) in Pulau Pinang, Malaysia, this program seeks to democratize access to AI technologies, fostering a foundational understanding that bridges the gap between complex AI concepts and their practical applications in everyday life. By equipping participants with the skills to utilize AI tools effectively, the program not only improves efficiency in personal and professional activities but also empowers individuals with the knowledge to navigate the evolving digital landscape. The innovative approach of this program is its focus on making AI accessible to a broader audience, promoting digital inclusivity and literacy. Through hands-on workshops and real-world applications, participants learn to integrate AI into tasks such as time management, data organization, and problem-solving, leading to enhanced productivity and informed decision-making. This initiative ultimately contributes to the broader goal of fostering a digitally literate society capable of leveraging emerging technologies for personal and collective advancement.
PELATIHAN DASAR PEMBUATAN BANNER DAN SERTIFIKAT DENGAN APLIKASI CANVA BAGI SISWA SMA MUHAMMADIYAH 4 JAKARTA
Authors: Rahman Ben , Andryana Septi , Gunaryati Aris
Published: January 2025

Pelatihan ini dirancang untuk meningkatkan keterampilan siswa SMA Muhammadiyah 4 Jakarta dalam menggunakan aplikasi Canva untuk membuat banner dan sertifikat secara mandiri. Canva, sebagai aplikasi desain grafis berbasis online, menawarkan kemudahan akses dan penggunaan bagi para siswa, memungkinkan mereka untuk menghasilkan karya desain yang menarik guna mendukung berbagai kegiatan sekolah, seperti acara resmi, presentasi, atau publikasi internal. Dalam pelatihan ini, siswa diajarkan langkah-langkah dasar dalam pembuatan desain grafis, dengan fokus pada elemen-elemen penting seperti estetika, komposisi warna, tata letak, serta fungsi desain yang relevan untuk kebutuhan sekolah. Selain itu, siswa diberikan panduan praktis tentang cara menggunakan fitur-fitur Canva secara efektif, mulai dari memilih template, menambahkan teks dan gambar, hingga menyusun elemen desain yang harmonis dan fungsional. Dari total 30 peserta yang mengikuti pelatihan, lima desain terbaik dipilih oleh instruktur berdasarkan kriteria seperti kreativitas, kerapihan, dan kesesuaian desain dengan tema yang diberikan. Selain meningkatkan keterampilan teknis, pelatihan ini juga bertujuan untuk mendorong siswa agar lebih percaya diri dalam mengekspresikan kreativitas mereka di bidang desain grafis. Harapannya, siswa dapat menggunakan keterampilan ini untuk mendukung berbagai kegiatan sekolah serta mengembangkan minat mereka dalam dunia desain secara lebih mendalam di masa mendatang.
PEMANFATAAN APLIKASI E-SAWIT KITA SEBAGAI MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN SERTA MENCIPTAKAN INFORMASI AKTUAL DAN KOLABORASI ANTAR PETANI SAWIT
Authors: Andesti Cyntia Lasmi , Amuharnis Amuharnis , Sirait Weri , Nurhidayat Nurhidayat , Lonanda Fitria , Karfindo Karfindo , Dian Rahmad
Published: January 2025

The use of information technology in the agricultural sector is increasingly important to increase productivity and collaboration between farmers. This training explores the use of the E-Sawit Kita application as a learning medium and means of creating actual information for palm oil farmers. This training provides educational material related to best cultivation practices, land management and relevant market information. In addition, this research also involves intensive training for farmers in using the application, with the aim of increasing their understanding and skills in utilizing this technology. With interactive features, E-Sawit Kita allows farmers to share experiences, challenges and solutions, which in turn strengthens the collaborative network between them. The method used in this training is in the form of lectures, training material and questions and answers about using the E-Sawit Kita application. The research results show that E-Sawit Kita, through the training it provides, not only increases farmers' knowledge and skills, but also strengthens community solidarity through continuous exchange of information. These findings provide valuable insights for the development of similar applications to support sustainable agriculture in Indonesia.
STRATEGI HILIRISASI TEKNOLOGI INFORMASI UNTUK MENDORONG PERKEMBANGAN POTENSI DAERAH BANGKA BELITUNG
Authors: Magdalena Hilyah , Irawadi Syafrul , Septryanti Ade
Published: January 2025

Hilirisasi teknologi informasi menjadi strategi nasional yang didukung oleh beberapa kementrian terkait untuk mengembangkan masyarakat digital yang mengubah pola dan cara hidup masyarakat. Tranformasi beberapa aspek kehidupan seperti, kehidupan sosial dan ekonomi beserta dampaknya adalah latar belakang diselenggarkannya seminar dengan topik Optimalisasi Pemanfaatan Teknologi Dalam Mengembangkan Potensi Masyarakat Untuk Mempercepat Hilirisasi Yang Cakap Dan Handal di Era Digital. Institute Sains dan Bisnis Atma Luhur bekerja sama dengan APTIKOM Bangka Belitung pada tanggal 1 Agustus 2024 berhasil menyelenggarakan seminar yang dihadiri oleh mahasiswa aktif dan alumni Atma Luhur, selain itu peserta juga berasal dari beberapa perwakilan mahasiswa dari perguruan tinggi yang ada di Bangka Belitung. Seminar ini memberikan wawasan kepada generasi muda Bangka Belitung tentang peran penting hilirisasi teknologi informasi di Bangka Belitung, khususnya yang berkaitan dengan aspek sosial dan ekonomi. Seminar berlangsung di Gedung Sasana Kasih ISB Atma Luhur dan Virtual. Seminar ini secara khusus membahas potensi – potensi unggulan Bangka Belitug yang berpotensi semakin maju dengan dukungan teknologi informasi
Book Review: Social Stock Exchanges: Catalyst for Impact Investing?
Authors: SINGH PARVEEN KAUR HARNAM
Published: January 2025

Part of the Springer Sustainable Finance series, this book aims to fill the
gap in research on impact exchanges (IE) or social stock exchanges (SSE),
which this reviewer concurs is a “young research field.” It also targets
“under-researched” institutional investors and the extent to which they can
be matched with the alternative asset classes in social entrepreneurship.
Employing interviews with members of the European Union High-
Level Group, the author, among others, reviews the literature on current
taxonomies, the current state of SSEs, considers what it currently does well,
what can be improved, and how it impacts capital redirection in the financial
market.
With the Malaysian prime minister recently announcing the launch of
“Malaysia’s first social exchange” fronted by the Securities Commission (SC),
and its incoming framework (SC, 2024; Tay, 2024), this book has layered
appeal, from impact funders to academicians. In this region, the book acts as
a precursor to the concept of SSEs for policymakers, stakeholders, regulatory
agencies, impact funders, and even social enterprises, as well as nongovernmental
organisations exploring more structured alternative financing.
As it focuses on IEs and SSEs within the larger context of impact investing,
it should also be on the bookshelves of academicians or researchers who are
interested in the future direction of the increasingly converging intersection
of doing well and doing good, i.e., the comingling of finance and social or
environmental goals. A resurgence in adopting SSEs within Asia further makes it all the more relevant to regional policymakers, industry players
and academicians alike.
What are the Current Determinants that Influence the Total Amount of Greenhouse Gases Produced by Selected Asian Nations?
Authors: Alaganthiran Jayanthi R , Chenayah Santha , Rasiah Rajah
Published: January 2025

Asian countries have been concentrating on providing sustainable economic
growth since they have had to face the severe consequences of climate change. Thus,
this study aims to fill a research gap by investigating whether waste sector emissions
significantly contribute to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. In general, this study
proposes three research hypotheses derived from a review of the literature on GHG
emissions. The first and second hypotheses examine whether waste sector emissions,
economic growth and other indicators significantly contributed to the total GHG
emissions in 13 Asian countries between 2000 and 2016. The third hypothesis
investigates whether countries individually and significantly determine waste sector
emissions. Using pooled ordinary least squares and least squares dummy variable
(LSDV) estimations, the study shows that that the emissions from the waste, agriculture,
manufacturing, and construction sectors, as well as from land use and change, were
positively associated with total GHG emissions. Second, economic growth and urban
and rural population growth show the possibility of reducing GHGs in Asian countries.
Subsequently, the LSDV estimation identified that India and Indonesia emitted 72
million tonnes and 148 million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent between 2000 and
2016 from the waste sector.
Juline Beaujoun and Amjed Rasheed (2020). Syrian Crisis, Syrian Refugees: Voices from Jordan and Lebanon. London, Palgrave Macmillan, 163 pages (hardback), ISBN 978-3-030-35015-4
Authors: (Corresponding Author) Mohd Irwan Syazli Saidin , Hossain Zara
Published: January 2025

This edited volume by Juline Beaujouan and Amjed Rasheed, former Durham University researchers, provides a comprehensive analysis of the impact of the Syrian refugee crisis on Lebanon and Jordan from social, cultural, and economic perspectives. Comprising 11 chapters, each authored by different experts, the book underscores the critical challenges and responses of these two countries to the refugee influx, revealing a complex political landscape aimed at delegitimizing the Syrian regime.
Jaan S. Islam and Adem Eryiğit (2022). Islam and The State in Ibn Taymiyya: Translation and Analysis. London: Routledge. 290 Pages. ISBN 978-1-032-13185-6
Authors: (Corresponding Author) Slamet Mulyani , Mukarom Arik Maghfirotul
Published: January 2025

The concept of Islamic politics has undergone significant transformations from its traditional comprehension to its application in the modern context. Hence, it is crucial to look at the thoughts of influential figures in Islamic history to understand how this discourse evolved and its implications in the contemporary landscape. Ibn Taymiyya, a 14th-century Islamic theologian and philosopher, proposed profound insights into the concept of the Islamic state that continues to shape contemporary political discourse. Through his version of integrating Islamic law within political authority, Ibn Taymiyya laid the foundations for much of the modern Islamist ideology, influencing groups such as Salafis, Wahhabis, and Jihadist movements.