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Sensoriamento remoto e geoprocessamento como ferramenta de prevenção de risco: mapeamento de áreas suscetíveis à inundação em Anajás-PA
Authors: Soares Eduardo Ayron Gomes , Siqueira Gilmar Wanzeller
Published: August 2024

A inundação é um desastre pertencente à classe hidrológica, que afeta milhares de pessoas ao redor do mundo do ano. Ao tratar da situação dos municípios paraenses frente às inundações, existem 3.021 trechos inundáveis no Pará. Tal cenário enfatiza a importância dos municípios possuírem protagonismo na gestão de riscos. Com isso, o sensoriamento remoto e o geoprocessamento surgem como ferramentas para os municípios na formulação de estratégias de prevenção. O presente trabalho teve como objetivo utilizar o modelo Height Above Nearest Drainage (HAND) para mapear as áreas susceptíveis à inundação no município de ANAJÁS-PA utilizando dados secundários, livres e ferramentas gratuitas. Os resultados obtidos indicam que 55,1% da área urbana de Anajás é altamente suscetível à inundação, 95% das residências que estão localizadas nos bairros, Centro, Prainha e Santa Quitéria e 90% das intuições de ensino e estabelecimentos de saúde estão em área de alta susceptibilidade à inundação. Portanto, os resultados indicam que o sensoriamento remoto e o geoprocessamento são ferramentas que contribuem positivamente para gestão de risco, possibilitando que sejam identificadas as áreas mais suscetíveis a inundações, facilitando a criação de planos de prevenção por parte dos órgãos públicos competentes.
Realização, planejamento e poder: uma análise das caracteristicas comportamentais de mulheres empreendedoras sob a ótica de Mcclelland
Authors: Costa Marina Teles Vieira da , Gomes Kever Bruno Paradelo , Souza Márcia Lúcia de
Published: August 2024

O empreendedorismo feminino tem desempenhado um papel crescente na economia em todo mundo com mais mulheres buscando iniciar e administrar seus próprios negócios. O presente trabalho teve como objetivo geral identificar e analisar as características comportamentais empreendedoras das mulheres do Instituto Social Fonte de Luz. A abordagem metodológica utilizada nesta pesquisa é quantitativa, quantos os objetivos são descritivos e a estratégia adotada foi o levantamento de dados. O instrumento utilizado refere-se às características comportamentais empreendedoras (CCE’s) desenvolvidas por David McClelland. Na busca por identificar as características comportamentais empreendedoras das Mulheres do Instituto Social Fonte de Luz, expôs-se que as deficiências nos quesitos como análise de oportunidade, informações, planejamento, persistência, rede de colaboração, controle e intenção de empreender são fatores urgentes a serem analisados para a sobrevivência e sustentabilidade dos seus pequenos negócios.
Tratamento do acidente vascular encefálico isquêmico com trombolíticos pelo SUS: panorama brasileiro em cinco anos
Authors: Bezerra Nadine de Morais , Santos Carolina Anunciação Patricio dos , Madeiro Elaine Sampaio Alves de Lima , Albuquerque Alessandra Ribeiro de , Santos Amanda Laryssa Pinheiro
Published: August 2024

O Acidente Vascular Encefálico (AVE) isquêmico é uma das principais causas de morte e incapacidade no Brasil, resultante da interrupção do fluxo sanguíneo cerebral. A terapia com trombolíticos pode minimizar os danos neurológicos se administrada precocemente. A desigualdade no acesso a esses tratamentos é um desafio significativo para o Sistema Único de Saúde (SUS). Portanto, esta pesquisa tem como objetivo identificar a distribuição do tratamento do AVE isquêmico com o uso de trombolíticos pelo SUS no Brasil nos anos de 2019 a 2023, identificando variações regionais e lacunas no acesso ao tratamento. Realizou-se um estudo retrospectivo, descritivo, com abordagem quantitativa, utilizando dados secundários do DATASUS. Foram analisados tratamentos de AVE isquêmico em todas as regiões do Brasil, focando no período de 2019 a 2023. A Região Norte apresentou o menor número de tratamentos com apenas 20 casos, concentrados no Pará. O Nordeste teve o maior número de casos tratados (8.034), com destaque para o Ceará (6.266 casos). As Regiões Sudeste, Sul e Centro-Oeste tiveram 7.209, 5.815 e 1.436 tratamentos, respectivamente. Observou-se um aumento geral no uso de trombolíticos, especialmente no Distrito Federal e Ceará. O aumento no uso de trombolíticos reflete avanços na capacitação profissional e organização dos serviços de saúde. No entanto, as disparidades regionais destacam a necessidade de políticas que garantam acesso igualitário ao tratamento, especialmente em regiões menos favorecidas. A melhoria na infraestrutura e na conscientização pública é essencial para ampliar o acesso e reduzir a mortalidade e incapacidade associadas ao AVE isquêmico.
A atuação da gestão escolar diante do cometimento de atos infracionais dentro dos estabelecimentos públicos de ensino médio em Imperatriz (MA)
Authors: Lopes Ezequias Mesquita , Souza Camila Cristina de Castro , Tavares Patrícia Aguiar
Published: August 2024

A pesquisa trata-se da observação do comportamento da atuação da gestão escolar diante do cometimento do ato infracional dentro dos estabelecimentos da rede pública estadual de ensino, em contraponto com a legislação infantojuvenil. Através de pesquisas bibliográficas e entrevistas estruturadas com os gestores escolares em seu ambiente de trabalho, objetivou-se a elucidação da problemática em comparativos entre suas atuações orientadas pelo Regimento Escolar do Estado do Maranhão e aqueles dispositivos supralegais. Após a análise das informações obtidas, afirma-se que o Regimento Escolar do Estado do Maranhão está totalmente em desacordo com o estabelecido no Estatuto da Criança e do Adolescente e com a Convenção sobre os direitos da criança e do adolescente ao atribuir à gestão escolar a responsabilidade de manejar as situações de ato infracional cometidos dentro da escola.
Sexualidade na matriz curricular acadêmica: relatos de experiência como integrante de grupo de pesquisa e extensão em sexualidade durante acompanhamento na disciplina Projetos Integradores 7 do curso de Biologia Licenciatura
Authors: Silva Carmem Lúcia de Arroxelas , Ferreira Raíssa Matos , Oliveira Kellyson Bruno , Homero Mércia Thaisa Araújo Costa , Silva Fernanda de Souza , Santos Iasmim Isaíres Neri dos , Farias Elaine dos Santos , Castro Olagide Wagner de
Published: August 2024

A Sexualidade é uma característica inerente de cada indivíduo, sendo moldada por influência da construção social e cultural. Sendo assim, toda complexidade da sexualidade é alterada com o passar dos anos de acordo com a moral estabelecida como errado e certo. Dado ao multiculturalismo presente na sociedade, é comum o aparecimento de preconceitos, tabus e, consequentemente, a falta de diálogo sobre a temática. A Universidade como instância social, responsável pela divulgação e acessibilidade do conhecimento, tem o papel de informar e discutir todas as variantes referentes aos conceitos sexuais, com a finalidade de multiplicar as informações e educar os jovens a vivenciarem a sexualidade como uma questão social, histórica e política e não apenas como uma necessidade instintiva e biológica. Este estudo é um relato de experiência de integrantes do Grupo de Pesquisa e Extensão, intitulado Sexualidade: Múltiplos Olhares cujo intuito é descrever a vivência como integrante de grupo durante as aulas acerca deste tema em turmas do ensino superior do curso de Biologia Licenciatura de uma Universidade Federal do Nordeste brasileiro. Foi observado que em cada turma a pluralidade e diversidade demonstrada pelos próprios alunos se fez presente e dificilmente será possível reduzir a sexualidade a um aspecto puramente biológico de forma que não considere, também, os aspectos históricos, sociais, culturais e comportamentais. Deste modo, foi importante discutir a temática sexualidade nas disciplinas de Biologia Licenciatura, pois prepara os futuros professores de Ciências e Biologia para prática docente que promova pensamento reflexivo, respeito a opiniões e estilos de vida adotados nas novas gerações de estudantes. Isso possibilita a criação de ambiente de ensino harmonioso, construtivo e educativo, estimulando os jovens a terem uma vivência saudável da sexualidade.
Mulheres com Câncer de Mama e a realização de exercícios físicos terapêuticos remotos durante a pandemia de COVID-19
Authors: Panobianco Marislei Sanches , Sanchez Sophia Formaggio , Pardo Gabriela Reis de Souza , Prado Maria Antonieta Spinoso , Freitas Caroline Corrêa de , Reis Ana Paula Alonso , Viana Bianca Soares
Published: August 2024

Estudo descritivo, com dados qualitativos teve como objetivo compreender, na perspectiva de mulheres com câncer de mama, as facilidades e dificuldades para a realização dos exercícios físicos terapêuticos, de forma remota, visando à reabilitação física, na pandemia de COVID-19. Os dados foram coletados por meio eletrônico, através de entrevistas gravadas, em dia e horários agendados. A coleta terminou quando os dados começaram a se repetir. Foi utilizada a Análise de Conteúdo. Participaram 10 mulheres de 38 a 71 anos, diagnosticadas com câncer de mama, que frequentavam um núcleo de reabilitação de mastectomizadas e que possuíam acesso às plataformas eletrônicas. Elas reconheceram como facilidades a compreensão da importância de manter os exercícios e a autonomia para escolher o melhor horário e local para sua realização. A assistência remota representou a possibilidade de evitar exposição ao vírus SARS-Cov-2, e propor uma nova maneira de atendimento sem impactar as condições econômicas e físicas. Entretanto, tiveram dificuldades para conciliar essa nova rotina com a realização dos trabalhos domésticos, sentiram-se desmotivadas sem o acompanhamento dos profissionais e das companheiras do núcleo, além de problemas de acesso às plataformas eletrônicas. Algumas substituíram os exercícios por outras atividades, na falsa ideia de que surtissem o mesmo efeito na reabilitação do câncer de mama. Concluiu-se que a realização das atividades terapêuticas remotas é benéfica, no sentido de dar continuidade à reabilitação de mastectomizadas, mesmo que à distância, porém é uma iniciativa que ainda requer aperfeiçoamento.
La justicia restaurativa, un medio para tratar la delincuencia juvenil en Ecuador.
Authors: Suárez-Jácome Wilmer Henry , Moreno-Martínez Jaime Arturo
Published: August 2024

En esta investigación, se realizó un estudio desde un aspecto crítico, recordándonos la necesidad de implementar la justicia restaurativa como mecanismo para afrontar la delincuencia juvenil. Lo dicho, debido al evidente aumento de delitos perpetrados por adolescentes, mostrando que la justicia retributiva no es la mejor opción para evitar su reincidencia, porque el internamiento institucional, como respuesta a las conductas antisociales de los menores, no ha sido una política criminal eficaz, por cuanto está enfocada en una prevención general y especial con una perspectiva retribucionista y no reparativa, es decir,  inadecuada para el desarrollo juvenil, lo cual ocasiona el efecto contrario. Mediante un enfoque mixto y a partir de una revisión del marco legal, doctrinal y jurisprudencial, afianzado posteriormente, con el método mixto para el análisis estadístico del problema; es decir, para tratar estimaciones sobre el impacto social que provoca la delincuencia a temprana edad. Se aplicaron el inductivo-deductivo, el analítico-crítico, el histórico-lógico, el dogmático y el comparativo, así como las técnicas de revisión bibliográfica. Lo anterior permite justificar la necesidad de una aplicación metódica y ordenada de la justicia restaurativa en delincuencia juvenil en Ecuador.
SOSIALISASI DAMPAK PERGAULAN BEBAS PADA REMAJA DI JEMAAT GKLB EBEN HAEZER ETENG KECAMATAN LAMALA KABUPATEN BANGGAI
Authors: Poyungi Yurike Suhertian , Unsong Imelda Frida , Kezia Maranata Harjono  , Lin Margareta  , Felix Lamato
Published: August 2024

Promiscuity is a form of deviant behavior that crosses the boundaries of existing social and recligious norms. Teenagers are usually the main targets of this deviation. This service activity aims to gain knowledge about the very detrimental impacts of promiscuity and increase awaraness to be involved in efforts to prevent promiscuity for young people. Therefore, AMIK Luwuk Banggai, which consists of a team of lectures and students, collaborated to carry out this service at Jemaat GKLB Eben Haezer in Eteng Village, Lamala Distric, Banggai Regency.
SOSIALISASI PENYUSUNAN LAPORAN KEUANGAN GUNA MENINGKATKAN USAHA UMKM DI POKDARWIS EKOWISATA KERANGGAN TANGERANG SELATAN
Authors: Fahmi Darul , Halimah Imar , Yusuf Yusuf
Published: August 2024

Kegiatan Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk memberikan pemahaman dan pengetahuan kepada para pelaku UMKM di Pokdarwis Ekowisata Keranggan Tangerang Selatan tentang pentingnya pencatatan transaksi dan penyusunan laporan keuangan yang sesuai dengan Standar Akuntansi Keuangan Entitas Mikro, Kecil, dan Menengah (SAK EMKM). Sebelum kegiatan ini dilaksanakan, para pelaku UMKM di lokasi tersebut belum melakukan pencatatan keuangan secara detail, yang menyebabkan kesulitan dalam pengambilan keputusan keuangan dan evaluasi kinerja usaha. Metode yang digunakan dalam kegiatan ini adalah sosialisasi langsung dan pelatihan praktis, yang mencakup penyuluhan teori dasar akuntansi, diskusi tanya jawab, serta praktek penyusunan laporan keuangan. Kegiatan ini melibatkan 14 peserta yang terdiri dari anggota komunitas dan dosen dari Universitas Pamulang. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan peningkatan pemahaman peserta mengenai pentingnya laporan keuangan yang akurat dan sesuai standar, meskipun masih terdapat beberapa kendala dalam penerapan praktis. Evaluasi kegiatan menunjukkan bahwa para peserta mampu mempraktekkan pencatatan transaksi dan penyusunan laporan keuangan dengan lebih baik setelah mendapatkan pelatihan.
Challenges and opportunities in the implementation of multidisciplinary integrated projects in higher education: A Freirean approach
Authors: Pereira Danieli Nunes
Published: August 2024

Higher education faces challenges in adapting to current demands, and multidisciplinary integrated projects emerge as an innovative approach, promoting collaboration between different areas of knowledge. The application of Paulo Freire's pedagogical principles, which emphasize critical and emancipatory education, is relevant for the effective implementation of these projects. The research will explore how to integrate these principles into educational practice and how public policies can support this integration. The qualitative approach, including interviews and documentary analysis, aims to identify how these practices are applied and how they contribute to the formation of critical citizens and to social transformation.
Multidisciplinary education in the management of Orotracheal Intubation in emergency scenarios: Economic analysis of technologies
Authors: de Farias Suzi Maria Fernandes , Mello Carolina Ribeiro , Salles Luiz Carlos Bastos , Tavares Guilherme Fernandes , Tavares Henrique Fernandes , Monteiro Milena de Azeredo , Signorini Mônica Teixeira , Machado Flávio Vaz , da Silva Roberto Carlos Lyra , Machado Daniel Aragão
Published: August 2024

Orotracheal intubation (OTI) is essential in emergencies to ensure adequate ventilation and airway patency. The effectiveness of the procedure depends on the preparation and training of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, and Economic Analysis of Technologies (EAT) is crucial to assess the effectiveness, efficiency and impact of these practices. This review examines how team education aligns with the principles of EAT, highlighting benefits such as reduced response time and improved clinical outcomes. The research reveals that education and training in OTI contributes to the efficiency of care and optimization of hospital resources.
Human skull with TMJ and secondary comorbidities: Study in university collection
Authors: Lini Priscila , Soares André Luis Ramos , Demamann Maria da Gloria Tavares
Published: August 2024

Temporomandibular joint ankylosis (TMJA) is a disabling condition characterized by bone or fibrous adhesion, resulting in loss of joint function. It can cause severe limitations in jaw movements, affecting chewing, speech and breathing, and generating psychological stress. Classified according to the location and type of tissue involved, TMJA can occur due to trauma, infections or autoimmune diseases. In the clinical case analyzed, complete bone fusion of the joint was observed, associated with nutritional deficiencies and other comorbidities, evidenced by specific characteristics of the skull and deteriorated health conditions.
The inclusion of students with ASD in school physical education in the early years: Challenges and benefits
Authors: Barroso Lillian Luciana , Vianna Rodrigo de Magalhães
Published: August 2024

The study explores the inclusion of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in Physical Education at School, highlighting the challenges in the areas of social interaction, communication and transition between activities. ASD, characterized by difficulties in communication and repetitive patterns of behavior, presents variations in severity, from mild to severe. In Brazil, legislation such as the 1988 Constitution and the Law of Guidelines and Bases of National Education guarantee the inclusion and quality of education for people with disabilities. The qualitative study aims to analyze how Physical Education classes can benefit students with ASD, promoting social integration and motor development.
Territorial communication plan: Model and examples to disseminate academic research (based on the theme of the 2030 Agenda)
Authors: Fernandes Roberto Mauro da Silva
Published: August 2024

The research carried out by universities is of paramount importance for the development of society, the studies help in the creation of social technologies that can be fundamental for the progress of contemporary societies. However, just conducting research is not enough, it is necessary to take it to different audiences. It is necessary for the researcher to use different means and strategies of dissemination and to mix the traditional means with the new information technologies typical of the twenty-first century. In this way, the objective of this discussion is to present a model (with examples) of a plan for scientific dissemination and academic communication based on hypothetical research whose theme is the 2030 Agenda, it is a territorial Communication Plan.
Teaching process in times of pandemic: A reflection on inclusive education
Authors: Oliveira Vanessa , de Mendonça Netto Carlos Ovídio Lopes
Published: August 2024

This study had as its primary objective the reflection of inclusive education in an educational context of the COVID-19 pandemic, based on educational, psychosocial and humanitarian principles, valuing democratic aspects and seeking a vision of respect for diversity and equality. From this perspective, it is known that it ensures access to regular education for students with special educational needs, including those who have had their right denied for ethnic and racial reasons. Therefore, the school must adapt to be able to receive students with all types of special needs possible. The effects of the pandemic, in a sense, will always be connected to education. The pandemic has resulted in substantial and noteworthy changes. There will no longer be a distinction between in-person and remote learning. Understanding of disability must advance, but more importantly, the voice and practices of people with disabilities must be taken into account and respected so that they are able to connect the possibilities of transforming their own lives to the political, cultural, and scientific spheres based on their experiences, feelings, and meanings.
Misalignments between discourse and grammar studies in brazilian basic education
Authors: Aguiar Maycon Silva , Carvalho Andrey Istvan Mendes
Published: August 2024

In this article, we outline the ongoing tension between grammar-based and discourse-based teaching in Brazilian Basic Education. Historically, institutions like Colégio Pedro II have balanced grammatical instruction with rhetorical and stylistic studies; documents such as the Law of Guidelines and Bases of Education (Brazil, 1996) and the National Curriculum Parameters (Brazil, 1998) emphasize the importance of integrating grammar with the use of the mother tongue in real contexts; curriculum reforms, like the one in 1981 at Colégio Pedro II, reflected changes in the emphasis given to grammar, while more recent approaches, advocated by linguists such as Possenti (1996) and Moura Neves (2011), propose a greater appreciation for language use. In this regard, we advocate for the integration of grammar-based and discourse (text)-based teaching from the perspective of discursive semiotics, which analyzes the construction of meaning on three levels: the fundamental, the narrative, and the discursive. Through analyses of headlines from the G1 portal, we illustrate that grammatical and discursive aspects can be taught together and reinforce the importance of a bidirectional approach for efficient formal learning of the native language.
Root resorption in endodontically treated teeth that have been subjected to orthodontic forces
Authors: Pimenta Roberto César Bossi , de Oliveira Warley Silva , Teodoro Maria Cláudia Nunes Araújo , Pereira Renata Afonso da Silva , Paiva Juliana de Carvalho Carmelo , Figueira Luciano Henrique , Georjutti Renata Pereira , Teruel Eduardo Zanzin , Akel Neto Akel Fares , Souto-Souza Debora
Published: August 2024

Root resorption, also known as external apical resorption or induced apical resorption, expressed as apical rounding, is one of the most recurrent findings in orthodontic practice. This pathology, when it occurs due to orthodontic movement, is a consequence of the mechanical and physiological reactions that occur at the cellular level. These reactions are part of the apical remodeling process, and are therefore inevitable in most cases, and acceptable in orthodontic practice. The search for orthodontic treatment by adult patients is growing more and more, which leads to an increase in the number of pulped teeth subjected to orthodontic forces. In view of this fact, studies comparing the consequences of these mechanotherapies in pulped teeth in relation to vital teeth in the context of root resorption are pertinent. This study aims to evaluate root resorptions induced by orthodontic movements in teeth previously treated endodontically. Research on root resorption comparing vital teeth and pulped teeth uses animal studies, radiographic analyses, histological studies and clinical cases. Studies have shown that it cannot be confirmed that endodontically treated teeth have greater resorption, showing that they move just like vital teeth when submitted to orthodontic treatment and that root resorption is a multifactorial phenomenon. Therefore, it is recommended to wait for the success of the endodontic treatment to be proven, as well as the elimination of all inflammatory exudate, so that orthodontic treatment can begin.
Contextualizing Forensic Nursing
Authors: de Souza Jhuliano Silva Ramos , Resck Zélia Marilda Rodrigues , Vilela Sueli de Carvalho
Published: August 2024

Forensic Nursing is a specialty that combines knowledge of health, law, and criminology, focusing on the application of nursing in legal contexts. It involves gathering evidence, assisting victims of crime, and accurate documentation for court proceedings. Forensic Nurses work at the interface between health and justice, using their technical and ethical expertise. It is essential that these professionals understand the ethical, legal, and political implications of their work, respecting confidentiality, ensuring informed consent, and reporting incidents accurately. The specialty is also concerned with meeting the emotional needs of victims, considering the trauma they face. Training in this area is crucial, as nurses must have a solid understanding of healthcare practices and legislation. The integration between theory and practice is necessary to deal with complex cases and collaborate with other disciplines in the justice system, making forensic nursing a fundamental area for the protection of victims' rights and the promotion of social justice.
Endodontic retreatment, fiberglass pin installation and composite resin prosthetic rehabilitation: Case report
Authors: Maciel Nattaska Nyckolly Rodrigues , Drumond Clarissa Lopes , de Sousa Raulison Vieira , de Olveira Júnior José Klidenberg , de Oliveira Marcos Alexandre Casimiro
Published: August 2024

Introduction: Endodontic treatment aims to keep the tooth in proper shape and function, but it may fail, requiring retreatment. This involves the complete removal of the contents of the root canal for disinfection and refilling. The aesthetics and function of the endodontically treated tooth depend on the choice of restorative material, with fiberglass pins being an option that offers superior aesthetics and mechanical properties similar to dentin, providing greater retention and stability of the restoration. Case report: A female patient came to the clinic complaining of loss of restoration of the maxillary canine (13). Radiographic examination revealed an inadequate filling, exposed to the oral environment for a long period. Endodontic retreatment was performed in three sessions, with removal of the previous filling, disinfection of the root canal, and new filling with resin cement. Subsequently, a fiberglass pin was installed, followed by composite resin restoration. The steps included anamnesis, clinical and radiographic examinations, absolute isolation, use of files and solvents to remove the old filling, and application of intracanal medication. After the final filling, the canal was prepared to receive the fiberglass post, followed by the coronary restoration with composite resin. Conclusion: Endodontic retreatment is essential to eliminate bacteria from the root canal, especially in cases of previous failure. The choice of the fiberglass post, due to its biomechanical and aesthetic properties, in combination with the composite resin, proved to be effective in the rehabilitation of teeth with compromised coronary structure, resulting in a functional and aesthetically satisfactory restoration.
Alzheimer's Disease and the Amyloid Cascade
Authors: Oliveira Isadora Cucolo , Castro Maitê de Mello e , Consulin Vitoria , Antunes Gabriel Hiroaki , dos Santos Tárik Abdalla , Lourenço João Pedro Vayego , Covizzi Ian Vilas Boas , Vayego Sheila Adami , Lima Alba Regina de Abreu , Covizzi Uderlei Doniseti Silveira
Published: August 2024

Alzheimer's disease is neurodegenerative and may have a sporadic characteristic, often associated with failures in proteostasis, related to the individual's aging processes. It can also present a hereditary contribution, especially in cases where it appears early in patients. The amyloid cascade, which is mainly responsible for the development of the pathology, involves events of fragmentation of the amyloid precursor protein (APP) by peptidases known as beta and gamma secretases, generating an increased amount of a poorly soluble protein fragment, which is deposited in the interneuronal space, forming amyloid plaques. Physiological changes lead to structural changes in tau protein, a component of neuronal microtubules, which when hyperphosphorylated by cell kinases, aggregate to form neurofibrillary tangles. The progression of these protein deposits induces synaptic and neuronal loss, by activating glial cells that release pro-inflammatory cytokines, generating atrophy mainly in the hippocampus and cerebral cortex. The main treatments available so far to control Alzheimer's disease are not very encouraging, since they do not act effectively on amyloidosis. More recent studies involve the production of monoclonal antibodies capable of interacting with protein fragments, breaking down these senile plaques. While they represent a significant advancement, it is important to consider the risks and potential side effects of these medications.
The two sides of Cyberloafing: A qualitative analysis of workers' perceptions of the negative and positive consequences of ICT usage behavior for personal purposes in the workplace
Authors: Cezar Bibiana Giudice da Silva , Corso Kathiane Benedetti
Published: August 2024

Abstract: There is a growing interest on the part of organizations and researchers in understanding the use of ICTs for personal purposes in the workplace, a phenomenon called cyberloafing. In this sense, the present research aimed to investigate the perception of ICT users in organizations about the negative and positive consequences of cyberloafing behavior. A qualitative study was carried out through interviews that were submitted to a content analysis. Five companies in the ICT sector located in Rio Grande do Sul were adopted as contexts of analysis, which differed in terms of the number of employees, time of operation in the market and positioning in relation to cyberloafing behavior. In these companies, 20 workers who admitted to engaging in such behavior were established as the unit of analysis. Regarding the negative consequences of cyberloafing behavior, losses in productivity and efficiency were perceived by the interviewees. Although this aspect was manifested in a significant way, positive consequences were also perceived, such as recovery in situations of fatigue and stress and the balance between the personal and professional spheres. Therefore, when considering the context in which the phenomenon occurs, it can be inferred that its negative and positive effects coexist and both affect the individual's productivity.
Factors of (dis)satisfaction with body self-image in adolescence
Authors: Guilherme José Francisco Nunes , Martins Carla Alexandra Ramalho de Sena , Nunes Maria Cristina de Oliveira Salgados , de Jesus Saúl Neves
Published: August 2024

In adolescence, young people have to adapt to almost radical transformations, being the (dis)satisfaction with body self-image a reality. The aim of this research is to determine the relationship between physical condition and (dis)satisfaction with body self-image. To know how (in)satisfaction with body self-image relates to male versus female and analyse the association with academic achievement at a global level, according to gender and age. Participated 1517 adolescents, 701 males (46.18%), aged between 12 and 17 years. The physical condition was assessed by Fitnessgram, the (dis)satisfaction with body self-image, using the Collins Silhouette Scale (1991), was adapted by Simões (2014), and the academic performance by the arithmetic average of the curriculum subjects. There was a statistically significant relationship between (dis) satisfaction with body self-image and physical fitness level groups in the global sample and in males. The associations between body image (dis)satisfaction and academic achievement, global, male, and female gender, are not significant (p < 0.05). Between age and (in)satisfaction with body self-image globally and in women, the correlations are negative, significant, and weak.
Abordagem integrada no manejo do acidente vascular cerebral isquêmico: Da emergência à reabilitação
Authors: Wilhelms Diene Landvoigt , Bezerra Clovis de Medeiros , Barros Víctor César Vieira de Oliveira , Leite Lucas Gabriel da Cruz , Ferreira Anna Carolline Pimenta
Published: August 2024

O acidente vascular cerebral isquêmico (AVCi) é uma condição neurológica aguda e devastadora que continua a representar uma das principais causas de morbidade e mortalidade global. Caracterizado pela interrupção do fluxo sanguíneo para uma área específica do cérebro, o AVCi demanda intervenção rápida e eficaz para minimizar danos neuronais e melhorar os desfechos clínicos. Este estudo revisa de forma abrangente a abordagem integrada no manejo do AVCi, desde a fase aguda até a reabilitação, destacando avanços recentes, desafios persistentes e perspectivas futuras. A revisão bibliográfica abrangeu artigos selecionados de bases de dados biomédicas, incluindo PubMed, Scopus e Google Scholar, utilizando termos de busca como "acidente vascular cerebral isquêmico", "AVCi", "manejo agudo do AVC", "trombólise", "reabilitação pós-AVC", entre outros. Foram analisados estudos que abordam desde as intervenções emergenciais até estratégias de reabilitação e cuidados pós-agudos para pacientes com AVCi, com ênfase em protocolos diagnósticos, terapêuticos e de prevenção de complicações. Os resultados destacam a importância da rápida identificação dos sintomas, acesso a unidades especializadas, otimização das técnicas de reperfusão cerebral, controle rigoroso da pressão arterial e prevenção de complicações secundárias como medidas cruciais para melhorar os desfechos dos pacientes. Além disso, são discutidos avanços recentes na genética e biomarcadores, que prometem contribuir para estratégias terapêuticas personalizadas. Em conclusão, o manejo integrado do AVCi evoluiu consideravelmente, proporcionando melhorias significativas na sobrevida e qualidade de vida dos pacientes afetados. Contudo, desafios persistentes necessitam de abordagens multidisciplinares e contínuo desenvolvimento de novas estratégias terapêuticas para enfrentar essa condição complexa e suas sequelas devastadoras.
Lack of meritocratic processes at the Central University of Ecuador
Authors: Galarza Máximo Ortega , Altamirano Rodrigo , Avilés Moisés Nikolay Trujillo , Rodas Pablo Patricio Naranjo , Coloma Máximo Leonid Ortega , Coloma Kathrina Samira Ortega , Socasi Victor Hugo Pachacama
Published: August 2024

The study examines meritocracy in the context of the Ecuadorian State, highlighting its particularities, applicability, and evolution in the Central University of Ecuador. Despite regulatory advances, the implementation of meritocracy faces challenges due to clientelism and practices such as nepotism and favoritism, which compromise efficiency and transparency in public management. The work reveals the need to strengthen meritocracy to guarantee fair and merit-based processes in public institutions. The analysis ranges from historical reforms to the present, considering the relevance of meritocracy in public and academic administration.
Development of Soil Temperature Profile and Tipping Bucket with Datalogger
Authors: H.I. Alamuoye , Ewetumo T.  , B. A. Okunlola , R O. Bello , C. A. Joseph-Ojo
Published: August 2024

: In a savanna climate, the soil surface is tilled solely to reduce evaporation during the dry summer period. Where models exist for predicting water and heat movement through soils, soil conductivity, thermal diffusivity, and soil bulk density are required. To overcome difficult physical properties of soil, the soil temperature measurement was designed and built directly and accurately with locally sourced materials. Six semiconductor temperature (DS18B20) sensors, a tipping bucket, a graphic display, a real-time clock, a miscroSD card shield, and a microcontroller comprise the device (arduino mega 2560). The temperature sensor has a resolution of 0.0625 oC and a maximum temperature of 120 oC, making it suitable for measuring soil temperature. The tipping bucket has 0.2794 mm per tipping and a real switch time of 1 ms. The log of the datalogger.
Association of Periodontal Disease with Systemic Diseases – Update
Authors: Zou Longchun , Zhang Chunlei
Published: August 2024

Periodontitis is a state of inflammation caused by bacteria in the oral cavity. Typical clinical symptoms of periodontitis include gum inflammation, alveolar bone loss, clinical attachment loss and periodontal pocket formation.Through the years, the association of periodontal disease with other non-infectious systemic diseases has been brought to attention.A growing body of scientific evidence has shown that severe periodontitis may enhance susceptibility to certain important systemic diseases and conditions, for example, cardiovascular disease, diabetes mellitus, adverse pregnancy outcomes, chronic kidney disease, cancer and pulmonary infections. Here, we give a review of the available evidence supporting this association, and the possible mechanisms involved.
THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN MOTHER'S PERCEPTION OF PARENTAL SUPPORT TO MOTHER'S SELF-EFFICIENCY IN BREASTFEEDING
Authors: Karolina Qorri , Deswani  , Ismail Rita , Muyanti Yuli , Syafdewiyani  , Djuwitingsih Sri , Nurlina
Published: August 2024

Breastfeeding is a form of interaction between a mother and her baby. The thing that becomes a factor of failure and success during breastfeeding is the mother's self-confidence or what is called self-efficacy. Other factors such as the support provided from parents are also the cause of the mother's success in breastfeeding. The purpose of this study was to find out whether there is a relationship between mother's perception of the support given by parents to mother's self-efficacy in breastfeeding in the Cakung District Health Center, East Jakarta. The research method uses a quantitative descriptive design with Pearson Correlations. The samples of this study were mothers who had babies aged 0-6 months and breastfed their babies and lived together at their homes in the Cakung District Health Center, East Jakarta. There were 97 respondents involved in the research. The results showed that most parents provided support to breastfeeding mothers in the Cakung District Health Center, East Jakarta, with a maximum score of 40 with a frequency of 1 respondent (1.0%) with an average of 29.21. The results of the selfefficacy of breastfeeding mothers in that area get a maximum value of 60 with a frequency of 3 respondents (3.1%) with an average of 47.30. There is a relationship between the support given by parents to the self-efficacy of mothers during breastfeeding in the Cakung District Health Center, East Jakarta, with a significant correlation of r count (Pearson Correlations) of 0.518 > r table 0.1975. There is a relationship between the support provided by parents to breastfeeding mothers in the Cakung District Health Center, East Jakarta.
Assessment of the Particulate Matter in the Ambient Atmosphere in Ilorin Metropolis, Kwara state
Authors: Adelanwa Akorede Idris , Amunigun Adegbola Ismail
Published: August 2024

Particulate air pollution is a mixture of solid and/or liquid particles suspended in the air. They can be classified based on natural and anthropogenic sources. Some natural occurrences like volcanic activities, storms, and forest burning leads to air pollution. Anthropogenic activities are due to human activities, which includes industrial sources, personal, utility. Particulate matter can also be classified into primary and secondary pollutants. Primary pollutants form through natural and anthropogenic conditions. Secondary pollutants include SO2, NO2, VOC, and NH3. High exposure to particulate matter affects everything in nature—human's health, plant's produce, and material's economic values. This research was carried out to measure the level of pollution in Ilorin Metropolis to study the concentration of common particulate pollutant—PM1.0, PM2.5, PM10 and TSP. The sampling site can be classified classified as industrial, commercial and residential areas. The study shows how dominating human activities in each environment influences particulate air pollution.
The Ripple Effect: Unraveling the Intricate Relationship Between Tech Sector Layoffs and Consumer Spending Patterns in the San Francisco Bay Area
Authors: Amunigun Toyin
Published: August 2024

This study conducts a rigorous investigation into the financial and economic implications of tech sector layoffs on consumer spending patterns in the San Francisco Bay Area. Utilizing a unique dataset comprising daily and weekly data from March 13, 2020, to February 19, 2023, the analysis employs local projection methods to explore the dynamic relationship between layoffs and consumer spending. The daily data analysis reveals a statistically significant negative correlation between tech layoffs and consumer spending, with an estimated decrease of 0.002 percentage points in spending per additional layoff at day 8 (p-value of 1.71e-12). These findings align with the theoretical underpinnings of Mueller (1966) and Reich (2001), which emphasize the impact of unemployment on consumer spending. Conversely, the weekly data analysis yields mixed results, with significant fluctuations challenging the derivation of concrete insights. To alleviate the detrimental effects of job losses, the study recommends implementing comprehensive severance packages, outplacement support services, and fostering a culture of continuous learning within the workforce. By providing a robust analysis of the intricate relationship between tech sector layoffs and consumer spending patterns, this research offers valuable insights for future studies and policy development in the context of workforce displacement.
CORPORATE CULTURE AS A STRATEGY FOR MAINTENANCE EFFECTIVENESS IN NIGERIAN ELECTRIC POWER INDUSTRY
Authors: Akpan W. A. , Awaka-Ama E. J. , Wilson E.O.
Published: August 2024

This paper focuses on the importance of corporate culture. The importance of corporate culture has been recognized by the electric power industries in the advanced economy, but has little or no attention in the Nigerian electric power industry. This paper aims to develop a framework for corporate culture methodology for strategic use in the Nigerian electric stations in order to enable them audit current approaches, revise where necessary, and then implement in order to produce maintenance programmes which are proactive. Objective of the study is to gain understanding of maintenance culture through implementing intellectual capital, organizational learning, benchmarking, leadership and core competence.
GABRIEL MARCEL’S PHILOSOPHY OF “THE OTHER:” A MEANS TO BEING HUMAN.
Authors: Sanga Elias Method , J. Apiyo FSJ Rev. Dr. Nyambedha , Wanjala Dr. Fredrick
Published: August 2024

It is believed that, ‘unity is power.’ Unfortunately, we are gradually losing interest in each other. Presence and availability to the other is very much challenged by the modernity, new life styles and the advancement of science and technology. Electronic gadgets distance us from encountering and being available to those around us. Think of many people walking with earphones listening to different audios and videos or playing videogames in places where they could encounter the new other. This leads to the individualistic life, whereby, due to lack of an experience with ‘the other,’ one does not see the value of the other and assumes that life can go on without the other. It is others who make us visible and important in whatever we do. We are able to focus on whatever we are doing because we know that; there is the other person who is somewhere, either waiting for my service or waiting for me to fail and replace me. So without the other, most of our doings are meaningless. To make this louder, one can just imagine, how could life be, if he was alone in the whole universe. Life is to be lived in the society where healthy relationship between the self and ‘the other’ is of great value. This article is a call for us to live related with others amidst all the challenges that may hinder or discourage our human relations. There is power in unity and communion than in self-hood. In order for us to claim that we are in a particular human interaction with the other, our relation should not be superficial but intrinsic to the level of ‘communion.’ This communion must be leavened by meaningful presence, availability and communication. Meaningful presence is more than being there physically, it is also spiritual. Availability goes deeper to disposability of oneself to the other. Communication is not only in understanding the symbolic meaning of the words but understanding the human condition of a person. One relates well with the self when he or she is able to relate well with the other. This is Gabriel Marcel’s call through his philosophy of ‘the other’ as it is discussed in this article.
Using Green Facades to Improve the Thermal Impact of Educational Campus Buildings with Special Reference to the Universities of Canada in New Capital, Egypt.
Authors: Elhalwagy Enas , El-Zoklah Marwa
Published: August 2024

Many buildings nowadays are designed with sustainability considerations. However, a large portion of the building stock was constructed prior to the implementation of sustainability principles. These buildings, which were designed using traditional methods, are the primary consumers of energy and resources. Although energy-efficient new construction applications are an important step toward sustainability, existing buildings must be retrofitted to achieve the desired ecological impact. The building envelope is the most accurate predictor of the energy used for heating, cooling, lighting, and ventilation. The building envelope is defined as the interface of energy losses due to its direct interaction with the external environment conditions. Building energy requirements must be reduced, energy efficiency must be increased, and systems that support the use of sustainable energy sources must be put in place to reduce energy use in buildings. The main aim of the research is to find the best solution of educational buildings facades to improve its efficiency and save energy. This research will discuss the problem of thermal impact through literature review and simulation in case study the university of Canada in Egypt.
Organizational Commitment as Mediator of Leadership Style, Teachers’ Performance and School Success
Authors: S. Bedonia Gerard , Z. Andal Edilberto
Published: August 2024

The organizational commitment of teachers plays an essential role in their performance that contributes to school success. However, the type of leadership style that school leaders’ exhibits have also been linked to organizational commitment of their subordinates. Thus, this study determined organizational commitment as mediator of leadership style, teachers’ performance, and school success. It utilized quantitative and descriptivecorrelational approaches to gather data. The respondents of this study were 222 public elementary teachers of Candelaria West District. It was conducted during the third quarter of the school year 2022-2023. A researchermade questionnaire validated by educational experts in the research was used in generating data. The study revealed that there is a significant relationship between teacher's performance and school success to the school head’s leadership style. Likewise, organizational commitment does mediate the leadership styles, the performance of teachers, and the success of schools. Based on the above findings, the following recommendations are given: It is suggested that the school leaders continuously practice understanding the needs of teachers and provide them assistance if need arises to promote teacher’s empowerment. Then, teachers are considered important aspects in the educational paradigm thus, appraising their professional and personal development is essential in sustaining their organizational commitment. Followed by continuous involvement of stakeholders and teachers in school matters is relevant in attaining school success. Thus, shared governance should be sustained. Lastly, for the future researcher, a follow up study can be conducted using a regression analysis to identify the predictors of teacher’s performance and school success.