bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A Study on the Influence of Loyalty Programs on Impulsive Buying Behaviour
Authors: Tripathi Vipin Vihari Ram , Jaiswal Rukmani
Published: February 2024

In the dynamic digitalized world, impulsive buying (IB) has emerged as a crucial driver of consumer buying behaviour. As a result, businesses are concentrating on devising diversified marketing strategies for influencing their IB behaviour. E-loyalty programs are one of the marketing strategies. These programs consist of offers and rewards which often influence the customer buying decisions. Generally, these programs are utilised to retain consumers, make them loyal and motivate them to repeat purchases. However, these programs also trigger customers to purchase impulsively. This dimension of customer buying behaviour has received less academic attention. Hence, the present study intends to close this knowledge gap by ascertaining the relationship between factors of e-loyalty programs on IB behaviour. The study is exclusively based on primary data collected from 334 online shoppers based on purposive sampling. The data analysis has been done using bivariate correlation and linear regression analysis techniques in IBM-SPSS 20. The outcome of the study revealed that factors such as awareness, attitude, attractiveness, perceived value, rewards and trust are correlated with impulsive buying behaviour. Subsequently, the study found that except awareness and attitude, all other factors such as attractiveness, perceived value, rewards and trust factors are significantly associated with IB behaviour. This study provides novel insight to academicians, researchers and policymakers to better understand the modern digitalized consumer behaviour. Further, it will help marketers to make effective strategies regarding e-loyalty programs to gain a competitive edge in the hyper-competitive market.
ANÁLISE BIBLIOMÉTRICA DO LUGAR DAS PESSOAS LGBTQIAP+ NAS ESCOLAS
Authors: Ferreira Júnior Miguel , Nobre Thaiza Teixeira Xavier
Published: February 2024

É possível observar que investigar temas relacionados a gênero e sexualidade nos âmbitos da escola ainda se apresenta como um desafio. O presente trabalho objetiva avaliar o lugar ocupado pelas pessoas LGBTQIAP+ nas escolas, com base em pesquisas realizadas em dissertações e teses de Pós-Graduação na área de Educação stricto sensu em território brasileiro. Para tanto, foi necessário realizar uma análise bibliométrica que utiliza dados quantitativos para analisar a produção científica de um determinado assunto. Os resultados revelaram que a quantidade de teses e dissertações ao longo dos anos é relativamente baixa e não apresenta um crescimento gradual ao longo dos anos. Sugere-se que estudos futuros aprofundem a análise da qualidade e do impacto dessas pesquisas, bem como investiguem as razões por trás das disparidades regionais na produção científica.
EDUCAÇÃO FÍSICA, A CORPOREIDADE E A COMPLEXIDADE NA AMAZÔNIA
Authors: Barbosa Suellen Ferreira , Sena da Silva Fabiana , Marcio Antonio Raiol dos Santos
Published: February 2024

Este estudo, à luz da complexidade em específico do componente Educação Física, aponta com olhar crítico de como a Corporeidade está descrita no Documento Curricular do Estado do Pará - etapa do Ensino Médio - DCEPA-EM, elaborado em 2021, o qual apresenta a proposta curricular alinhada ao “Novo Ensino Médio”. Trata-se de uma pesquisa documental e bibliográfica, cuja técnica de análise aplicada é a de análise de conteúdo proposta por Bardin. Como resultados, verificou-se que a expressão “corporeidade” apareceu duas vezes, porém pode estar descrito implicitamente por outras denominações como, corpo, corporais, corporalidades e corporal. Dessa maneira, apresentando uma fragilidade de fundamentação teórica no DCEPA-EM ao tratar a compreensão da Corporeidade. Estando ainda vinculada à reprodução de um processo de ensino aprendizagem fragmentado, mecanicista, limitado e dualista. Distanciando-se da perspectiva multidimensional defendida pelo paradigma da complexidade.
A EDUCAÇÃO INTEGRAL COMO DIREITO NO CONTEXTO AMAZÔNICO
Authors: Silva Maria Lucilene , Colares Maria Lília Imbiriba Sousa , Santos Ângela Rocha dos
Published: February 2024

Este artigo discute o direito à educação integral na Região Metropolitana de Santarém/PA, objetivando socializar a pesquisa de iniciação científica a fim de compreender a configuração desse direito nos Planos Municipais de Educação a partir do levantamento de dados documentais e educacionais entre 2015 e 2021. A metodologia adotada é a bibliográfico-documental, de natureza exploratória e descritiva, com abordagem qualitativa e com ênfase na análise de dados secundários. Os resultados revelaram desalinhamento entre o proposto e o efetivado, comparando os Planos Municipais de Educação dos municípios da Região Metropolitana de Santarém; apontam a importância dos sistemas de ensino quanto ao monitoramento e ao cumprimento da Meta 6, mas carece de objetividade diante da proposta. Constatou-se que, apesar do amparo legal voltado à indução de políticas da educação integral a ser assumida pelos municípios, existem limitações e divergências à plena efetivação.
DIANTE DO INTANGÍVEL
Authors: Araujo Stella Maria Correia de , Maia Maria Vitoria Campos Mamede
Published: February 2024

O presente artigo surge de um recorte da monografia defendida pela autora na Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro. Suscitada pelas rodas de conversa criadas como instrumento metodológico, manifestou-se a necessidade de contextualizar o campo de pesquisa. Logo, temos como objetivo analisar quais os entrelaçamentos entre a Base Nacional Comum Curricular e o curso de Licenciatura em Pedagogia em nível Superior. Relacionando a leitura crítica realizada ao escopo teórico do grupo de pesquisa LUPEA, há a defesa de que a formação de professores e, tão logo, as licenciaturas em geral, tenham espaço para alcançar o viver criativo da práxis pedagógica, indo além de determinações baseadas na lógica neoliberal e mercantil da educação.
MAPEAMENTO DAS PESQUISAS NACIONAIS SOBRE AUTORREGULAÇÃO DA APRENDIZAGEM MATEMÁTICA
Authors: Pereira de Lima Ediane , Torisu Edmilson Minoru
Published: February 2024

Este artigo tem como objetivo analisar pesquisas sobre a Autorregulação da Aprendizagem Matemática no contexto nacional. A base de dados da pesquisa foi o Banco de Dissertações e Teses da Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior (CAPES), considerando os estudos no período de 2007 a 2023. Foram selecionados 15 estudos, de 2007 a 2019. Não foram encontrados estudos após essa data. Os conteúdos e as habilidades matemáticas abordadas nas pesquisas englobam  resolução de problemas, cálculo, estatística, interpretação e matemática financeira. Identificaram-se poucas pesquisas sobre AA no contexto específico da Matemática e não se percebeu um crescimento significativo na área. Ainda há muito a ser explorado, sobretudo se o desejo é de que a educação no Brasil seja um caminho para possibilitar a formação de estudantes autônomos, criativos e proativos.
Discussions With End Users to Inform the Vision for a Shared Care Record in Ontario: Qualitative Interview Study (Preprint)
Authors: Chmielewski Marta , Meyer Matthew J
Published: February 2024

BACKGROUND

Improving the health outcomes of populations of individuals through population health management requires the use of electronic health records that can exchange real-time digital information using an accurate and complete shared care record that is accessible to health care providers, services, and patients.

OBJECTIVE

The aims of this study were to understand end users’ (health care providers) experiences, attitudes, and insights using current electronic health records; their expectations of what is required to establish a shared care record; and how they anticipate adapting to the use of a shared care record in daily practice. This work is the result of a quality improvement initiative deemed not to require ethics approval according to the Western research ethics board checklist.

METHODS

Clinicians were contacted using voluntary response sampling and interviewed via Zoom (Zoom Video Communications) between June 2022 and July 2022. The participants were from various health care sectors and at various stages of career development.

RESULTS

Overall, adaptation to the use of a shared care record was viewed positively by health care providers, highlighting the benefits of a centralized, shared, and accessible location for real-time data, promoting patient continuity of care. The main concerns included the privacy, confidentiality, and security of the record along with patients’ ability to interpret their own medical information found in a patient portal. The resources requested by end users included multifaceted ongoing training on the use of a shared care record.

CONCLUSIONS

This study provides practical findings that will help emphasize factors that facilitate clinicians’ practical use and process of adaptation to the use of a shared care record.
Tobacco Use, Perceptions, and Characteristics of Adults Who Use IQOS® in the United States: Findings from a Cross-Sectional Study (Preprint)
Authors: Cheng Hui G. , Noggle Brendan , Vansickel Andrea R. , Largo Edward G. , Magnani Pierpaolo
Published: February 2024

BACKGROUND

The Tobacco Heating System (THS, commercialized as IQOS®) is a smoke-free heated tobacco product that was introduced in the United States (US) in 2019 and authorized by the US Food and Drug Administration as a modified risk tobacco product (MRTP) in 2020. THS consists of a holder and specially designed tobacco sticks that are heated instead of burned to produce a nicotine-containing aerosol.

OBJECTIVE

The aim of this study was to describe selected sociodemographic characteristics of adults who used IQOS (AUI), tobacco use patterns (e.g., tobacco use history, exclusive and dual-use, switching from cigarette smoking, etc.), risk perceptions of the product, and understanding of MRTP messages among AUI.

METHODS

The IQOS Cross-sectional Postmarket Adult Consumer Study was a study of AUI aged ≥21 years who were recruited from a consumer database via direct mail and emails. Participants completed the online survey between September and November 2021.

RESULTS

The survey was completed by 645 current and 43 former AUI who had used at least 100 tobacco sticks prior to the assessment. Of the 688 participants, 61% were male, 73% were non-Hispanic white, and the mean age was 45. The vast majority (99%) of AUI had ever smoked combusted cigarettes before first trying THS. At the time of assessment, 49% were still smoking after an average of 1 year of THS use. Among those, 83.6% smoked fewer cigarettes compared to before first trying THS. Among all AUI, over 80% had never used a cessation treatment or had not used it in the past 12 months. Approximately 80% of AUI demonstrated correct understanding of the MRTP message.

CONCLUSIONS

This study is the first to provide evidence that THS can help adult smokers in the US completely switch away from cigarettes or reduce smoking.
Public perception and demand in kidney, prostate, and bladder cancer in China: Infodemiology study based on Baidu search index (Preprint)
Authors: Lin Shuanguan , Duan Lingxing , Xu Xiangda , Cao Haichao , Lu Xiongbing , Wen Xi , Wei Shanzun
Published: February 2024

BACKGROUND

Cancer in the bladder, kidney, and prostate are the three primary genitourinary cancers that contributed to the global burden of disease (GBD) and were reported with still increased morbidity and mortality both globally and in mainland China. Though understanding patients' and families' cancer burden was critical, the public awareness of these cancers is mainly limited to their financial cost and is yet to be further revealed comprehensively.

OBJECTIVE

To examine the online search trend and users' demand for bladder, kidney, and prostate cancers on a national and regional scale and reveal the managing and coping implications of needs from mainland China's dominant major search engine.

METHODS

The Baidu Index was queried using the bladder, kidney, and prostate cancers-related terms for 2011.01–2023.08. The search volume for each term was recorded to analyze the search trend and demographic distributions. For user interest, the data of demand graph and trend data were collected and analyzed.

RESULTS

Three search topics were identified with the 39 available search keywords. The total BSI for all three cancer topics was 43,643,453. The overall search APC was 15.2% (p < 0.05) in 2011-2015; -2.8% in 2015-2021, 2021-2023 8.9% with an Average Annual Percentage Change (AAPC) of 4.9%. For bladder cancer, the APC was 8.3% (p < 0.05) in 2011-2019, -11.7% in 2019-2021 and 7.4% in 2021-2023, with an AAPC of 2.8%. For Kidney cancer, the APC was 8.0% (p < 0.05) in 2011-2019, -9.6% in 2019-2021 and 11.4% in 2021-2023, with an AAPC of 3.9%. For prostate, the APC was 17.7% (p < 0.05) in 2011-2015, -3.1% in 2015-2020, and 10.4% in 2021-2023 with an AAPC of 6.8% (p < 0.05). The age distribution of the population of three cancer topics searching topics varies in each topic. Geographically, the search for cancer was led by people from East China, who made up around 30% of each cancer search query. For user demand, the total BSI for these relevant user demand terms was 676,526,998, accounting for only 15.74% (676,526,998/2,570,697,380) of the cancer request.

CONCLUSIONS

The online search and demand for genitourinary cancer are rising. The information demand of users is related to the regional economic level. Cancer treatment decision-making is potentially family-shared. With these internet search data, medical professionals could be more familiar with public interests and concerns and provide more reliable healthcare services.

CLINICALTRIAL

Not applicable
Correction: Mobile App–Based Lifestyle Coaching Intervention for Patients With Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: Randomized Controlled Trial (Preprint)
Authors: Kwon Oh Young , Lee Mi Kyung , Lee Hye Won , Kim Hyerang , Lee Jae Seung , Jang Yeonsoo
Published: February 2024

BACKGROUND

Lifestyle modification in patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is key to improving health outcomes. Mobile health technologies may offer potential effective and efficient health care support to facilitate self-management.

OBJECTIVE

This study aims to develop a lifestyle coaching intervention using a mobile app for patients with NAFLD and evaluate physiological and psychological health outcomes for 6 months.

METHODS

This study was a randomized controlled trial. The personalized lifestyle coaching intervention using a mobile app was developed through established guidelines and literature reviews. This intervention consisted of information on NAFLD management, diet and physical activity self-monitoring, and coaching sessions based on patient records and SMS text messages. A total of 102 individuals were enrolled in the study and randomly assigned to the intervention group (n=48) or the control group (n=54). The outcomes were improvements in physiological (weight, liver fat score, aspartate aminotransferase, alanine transferase, and gamma-glutamyl transferase) and clinical outcomes (self-management, NAFLD self-management knowledge, self-efficacy, fatigue, depression, and quality of life). Data were analyzed using descriptive analysis and a linear mixed model to test the effects of the intervention.

RESULTS

All participants completed the study. The mean age of the participants was 48.9 (SD 13.74) years, 38.2% (39/102) were female participants, and 65.7% (67/102) were married. There were no differences in baseline demographic and clinical data between the intervention and control groups. Changes from baseline to 6 months were significant only within the intervention group for weight (P<.001), liver fat score (P=.01), aspartate aminotransferase (P=.03), alanine transferase (P=.002), gamma-glutamyl transferase (P=.04), self-management (P<.001), fatigue (P=.005), depression (P=.003), and quality of life (P<.001). The differences between the 2 groups for the changes over the 6 months were significant in self-management (P=.004), self-management knowledge (P=.04), fatigue (P=.004), depression (P=.04), and quality of life (P=.01). However, the intervention-by-time interaction was significantly effective only for self-management (P=.006) and fatigue (P=.02).

CONCLUSIONS

Nonpharmacological interventions using a mobile app may be effective in improving the physiological and psychological health outcomes of patients with NAFLD.

CLINICALTRIAL

Clinical Research Information Service KCT0005549; http://tinyurl.com/y2zb6usy
Correction: How Does ChatGPT Perform on the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE)? The Implications of Large Language Models for Medical Education and Knowledge Assessment (Preprint)
Authors: Gilson Aidan , Safranek Conrad W , Huang Thomas , Socrates Vimig , Chi Ling , Taylor Richard Andrew , Chartash David
Published: February 2024

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Perspectives of Digital Health Innovations in Low- and Middle-Income Health Care Systems From South and Southeast Asia (Preprint)
Authors: Yi Siyan , Yam Esabelle Lo Yan , Cheruvettolil Kochukoshy , Linos Eleni , Gupta Anshika , Palaniappan Latha , Rajeshuni Nitya , Vaska Kiran Gopal , Schulman Kevin , Eggleston Karen N
Published: February 2024

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Digital health innovations have emerged globally as a transformative force for addressing health system challenges, particularly in resource-constrained settings. The COVID-19 pandemic underscored the critical importance of these innovations for enhancing public health. In South and Southeast Asia, a region known for its cultural diversity and complex health care landscape, digital health innovations present a dynamic interplay of challenges and opportunities. We advocate for ongoing research built into system development and an evidence-based strategy focusing on designing and scaling national digital health infrastructures combined with a vibrant ecosystem or “marketplace” of local experiments generating shared experience about what works in which settings. As the global digital health revolution unfolds, the perspectives drawn from South and Southeast Asia—including the importance of local partnerships—may provide valuable insights for shaping future strategies and informing similar initiatives in low- and middle-income countries, contributing to effective digital health strategies across diverse global health contexts.
Social Skills Acquisition in Virtual Reality-Based Interventions for People with Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders:
A Qualitative Exploration (Preprint)
Authors: Aasen Jan , Nilsson Fredrik , Sørensen Torgeir , Leonhardt Marja
Published: February 2024

BACKGROUND

People with concurrent mental health and substance use disorders (MHD and SUD) suffer from marginalization, leading to high levels of mortality and morbidity. Social participation requires certain social abilities, which are often inadequate in this group. Focusing on functional recovery and aiding people in the process of becoming active and participating citizens are thus key parameters in the recovery process for people with MHD and SUD.
Recent research on virtual reality-based interventions shows a particularly promising trans-diagnostic potential in improving social functioning and quality of life across the spectrum of neuropsychiatric disorders. However, research on digitalized cognitive remediation does not show generalization to everyday life. Key working mechanisms of the interactive, digital social environments in virtual realities have yet to be identified. We also lack understanding of how we can best design and structure immersive learning experiences to promote social skills acquisition and retention for people with mental health and substance use disorders.

OBJECTIVE

The aim of this study was to explore how virtual reality-based interventions may be tailored to promote social skills acquisition and retention for people with concurrent mental health and substance use disorders.

METHODS

Eight individual in-depth interviews with adults in recovery from mental health and substance use disorders were conducted in a mmedium-sized municipality in eastern Norway during the fall of 2022. The interviews were analyzed using template analysis in a process involving peer researcher collaboration

RESULTS

The present study shows that human capacity to achieve sustained learning outcomes from multisensory perception in immersive learning experiences is limited in general. This study also shows that people with mental health and substance use disorders have particularly deficient immersive learning abilities, as well as disadvantageous social learning prerequisites.

CONCLUSIONS

Social skills acquisition and retention depend on restructuring dysfunctional cognitive schemas in the virtual reality user’s long-term memory. Chunking VRI content into micro scenarios that may be repeated and structured according to individual learning prerequisites may enable the restructuring of a dysfunctional social schema and possibly ensure the storage of the new, repaired schema in the user’s long-term memory. It is therefore suggested that virtual reality-based interventions for social skills training should be designed as short, focused micro scenarios, orchestrated in a sequenced or otherwise carefully and deliberately structured learning workflow.

CLINICALTRIAL

clinicaltrials.gov ref. NCT05653167
Possible Nutrient Load Reduction on the Large River Catchment Due to the Best Available Techniques Introduction in Agricultural Production
Authors: Briukhanov Aleksandr , Kondratyev Sergey , Shmakova Marina , Oblomkova Natalia , Oblomkova Natalia
Published: February 2024

The study aimed to assess the possible reduction of the nutrient load and nitrogen and phosphorus losses from the Russian part of the Irtysh River catchment, one of our country’s largest transboundary rivers, by implementing the best available techniques (BAT) in agricultural production. The Institute of Limnology Load Model (ILLM) mathematical model of nutrient load on the river watershed was used to solve the problem. Information on the primary sources of the nutrient load was collected for the entire Russian part of the Irtysh River catchment and tributaries catchments: Om, Ishim, Tobol, and Konda rivers. Agricultural activity of more than 800 enterprises concentrated mainly in the southern part of the Russian basin was analyzed. The calculations show that the most significant reduction of agricultural nutrient load due to BAT implementation is achieved in the Russian part of the catchment area of the Tobol River (31% for nitrogen and 25% for phosphorus from the total load on the catchment). The nutrient load can be reduced by 23% of nitrogen and 18% of phosphorus due to BAT implementation from the entire catchment of the Irtysh River (Russian part), which will lead to a corresponding reduction in a nutrient run-off by 13% of nitrogen and 4% of phosphorus. Therefore, a significant decrease in nutrient transport by river flow cannot be expected. However, it is essential to confirm the possibility of nutrient load reduction through the implementation of BAT, aiming at the transition to modern production technologies by minimizing the impact on the environment and maintaining the economic efficiency of agricultural production.
Survey on Fraud App Detection Using Sentimental Analysis and Machine Learning
Authors: Bankar Jaitee
Published: February 2024

Abstract: Ranking fraud is the practice of acting dishonestly or deceitfully to artificially improve an App's position on a popularity list in the mobile app market. In actuality, app makers are increasingly using ranking fraud. These behaviors include posting phoney app reviews or exaggerating the sales of their apps. Although the importance of combating ranking fraud has long been recognized, there is little literature and research available in this area. To achieve this, we give a thorough examination of fraud app detection in this work utilizing sentiment analysis and spam filtering and propose a technique for identifying it in mobile apps. We specifically suggest mining the active times, or leading sessions, of mobile Apps to precisely locate the ranking scam in the first place.
Android Based Object Detection System for Visually Impaired
Authors: Gawande Riya
Published: February 2024

Abstract: This review paper presents the design and development of a comprehensive mobile application aimed at enhancing the daily lives of visually impaired individuals. The proposed mobile app offers real-time assistance for various visual recognition tasks, including object detection, distance estimation, currency recognition, barcode detection, color recognition, and emotion analysis. The primary objective of this application is to provide visually impaired users with a powerful tool to navigate their surroundings, identify objects and currency, scan barcodes, discern colors, and even gauge the emotions of those they interact with. The app integrates pre-trained deep learning models for object detection and facial emotion analysis, computer vision techniques for distance estimation, and optical character recognition for currency recognition. User feedback and engagement are central to the ongoing improvement of the application, ensuring that it remains a valuable resource for the community it serves. Ethical considerations and privacy concerns are also addressed, with a focus on data security and user privacy. By presenting the development and functionalities of this app, this review paper not only contributes to the field of assistive technology but also underscores the importanceof harnessing cutting-edge technology to improve the quality of life for visually impaired individuals.
Analiza potencjału i pozycji konkurencyjnej produkcji przemysłowej gospodarek Grupy Wyszehradzkiej oraz Niemiec
Authors:   Instytut Ekonomii, Uniwersytet Ekonomiczny w Krakowie, Kraków, Polska, Lesiak Jakub
Published: February 2024

Streszczenie: Celem artykułu jest przedstawienie wyników analizy konkurencyjności przetwórstwa przemysłowego wybranych gospodarek UE. Podstawowym problemem badawczym jest wskazanie podobieństw państw UE w zakresie konkurencyjności prze- twórstwa przemysłowego oraz porównanie determinant pozycji konkurencyjnej nie- mieckiego przetwórstwa z czynnikami warunkującymi pozycję gospodarek Grupy Wy- szehradzkiej (V4). Przyjęta procedura badawcza opiera się na krytycznej analizie literatury oraz metodzie analizy skupień Warda. Przeprowadzona analiza ukazuje roz- bieżność między pozycją konkurencyjną produkcji przemysłowej Niemiec a krajów V4. Gospodarka niemiecka posiada relatywnie lepsze warunki do rozwoju krajowego prze- twórstwa przemysłowego. Dystans między konkurencyjnością niemieckiej produkcji a państwami V4 wynika w głównej mierze z poziomu zaawansowania technologicznego krajowego przetwórstwa przemysłowego. Wymiar technologiczny oraz środowiskowy ma coraz większy wpływ na pozycję konkurencyjną przetwórstwa przemysłowego UE, m.in. za sprawą Nowej Strategii Przemysłowej. Słowa kluczowe: przetwórstwo przemysłowe, Nowa Strategia Przemysłowa UE, wartość dodana, transformacja cyfrowo-klimatyczna. Kod JEL: L60, L52
ENSINO DE CIÊNCIAS POR INVESTIGAÇÃO: UMA PROPOSTA DIDÁTICA PARA AUXILIAR NO DESENVOLVIMENTO DE CONTEÚDOS SOBRE EVOLUÇÃO
Authors: Durigon Mariana , Dorneles Mariane  Paludette , Canto-Dorow Thais Scotti do
Published: February 2024

O ensino de Ciências por investigação possibilita o envolvimento do estudante com problemas científicos, tornando a aprendizagem mais interessante e motivadora. Partindo do princípio de que a evolução é o eixo central da biologia e considerando a necessidade de criar atividades pedagógicas dentro dos itinerários formativos do ensino médio, este trabalho objetivou analisar o potencial do ensino por investigação nas aulas de biologia, com temas no viés evolutivo, visando proporcionar autonomia ao estudante na construção de um pensamento crítico dentro do itinerário do novo ensino médio. A atividade investigativa foi realizada com quatro turmas do novo Ensino Médio, dentro de um itinerário de aprofundamento de Biologia, totalizando 103 estudantes. O conteúdo trabalhado foi o de Evolução e a atividade foi organizada conforme a sequência didática que segue: resolução do problema pelos grupos, sistematização do conhecimento elaborado e descrição dos resultados do trabalho. Durante a exposição de possíveis respostas ao problema, os estudantes mobilizaram os conhecimentos prévios e foram propondo ideias. Todas as fases foram importantes para a construção do resultado. Houve uma resistência inicial dos alunos à metodologia investigativa de ensino, porém, ao longo da atividade, um aumento significativo do interesse e compreensão, refletindo o sucesso da abordagem no desenvolvimento de habilidades científicas e na aproximação dos alunos à prática de pesquisa. Foi preciso incentivar os alunos e destacar seus potenciais em cada uma das etapas para que a parte final fosse um momento de sucesso. Os feedbacks foram positivos e muitos alunos sentiram-se seguros quanto às relações estabelecidas entre os diferentes conteúdos.
Habilidades blandas desde la perspectiva del aprendizaje basado en problemas de John Dewey de los psicólogos en formación de décimo semestre de la sede de Villa del Rosario de la Universidad de Pamplona
Authors: Reyes Mora Henry Alberto , Granados-Cataño Diana Fernanda , Portilla-Flórez Luis Ramiro , Ibáñez-Casadiegos Eliana María
Published: February 2024

Las Instituciones de Educación Superior IES están llamadas a desarrollar habilidades para el trabajo y la vida. Es decir, la formación de valores y actitudes para todo ser humano es de gran importancia para el desarrollo y el equilibrio entre el ámbito profesional, laboral y social. Sin embargo, en la actualidad los estudiantes de Educación Superior tienen una educación enfocada al desempeño laboral, dejando de lado el desarrollo o formación de habilidades o competencias blandas. Esta investigación se propuso caracterizar las habilidades Blandas de los Psicólogos en Formación de Décimo Semestre de la Sede de Villa del Rosario de la Universidad de Pamplona desde la Teoría del Aprendizaje Basado en Problemas de John Dewey, bajo un enfoque cualitativo, transversal y con diseño fenomenológico, por medio de entrevistas a psicólogos en formación y aplicación de un Aprendizaje Basado en Problemas (ABP). Se puede concluir que el ABP como teoría del aprendizaje, ofrece a la educación un marco estratégico para que desde lo experiencial los psicólogos en formación desarrollen competencias y habilidades duras y blandas. Con respecto a estas últimas, la evaluación permite identificar una imperante necesidad de que, desde este marco teórico (ABP), se resignifiquen los procesos de enseñanza-aprendizaje, en aras de impulsar valores y rasgos que fomenten, además de la comunicación, la relación efectiva de forma individual y colectiva en el contexto en el que se desenvuelve el psicólogo.
A Coral Diagenesis and Physiology Framework for Improving Coral δ18O Paleoclimate Reconstructions
Authors: Rodriguez Luis Gabriel , Atwood Alyssa R. , Cobb Kim , Sayani Hussein R , Grothe Pamela Ruth
Published: February 2024

Reef-building corals provide seasonally resolved records of past climate
variability from the ocean via variations in their oxygen isotope
composition (δ18O). However, a variety of non-climatic factors can
influence coral δ18O including processes associated with coral
biomineralization and post-depositional alteration of the coral
skeleton, which add uncertainty to coral based paleoclimate
reconstructions. These uncertainties are especially large in mean
climate reconstructions developed from coral δ18O values due to the
large variability that exists in mean skeletal δ18O signatures. We
present a novel framework to minimize this uncertainty in mean coral
δ18O records based on a regression model that uses four commonly
measured properties in coral skeletons and associated coral δ18O
records. We test the ability of the model to reduce noise in a Holocene
climate reconstruction comprised of 37 coral δ18O records from
Kiritimati in the equatorial Pacific. Up to 43% of the variance in the
detrended Holocene dataset is accounted for by a combination of four
predictors: (1) mm-scale variability in a coral δ18O record, (2) the
physical extent of diagenetic alteration, (3) coral extension rate, and
(4) the mean coral δ13C value. Once these non-climatic artifacts are
removed from the reconstruction, the weighted variance of the Holocene
dataset is reduced by 46% and the uncertainty in the trend of coral
δ18O over time is reduced by 26%. These results have important
implications for the climate interpretation of this Holocene data set.
This framework has the potential to improve other paleoclimate records
based on ensembles of coral δ18O records.
Przemiany świadomości studentów po transformacji ustrojowej w Polsce i 13 lat później
Authors: Hamer Hanna
Published: February 2024

W artykule Autor porównuje stan świadomości i emocji studentów SGGW w latach 1990 i 2003. Po 13 latach transformacji ustrojowej zmiany są dość irytujące: narastający pesymizm i oznaki syndromu nabytej bezradności, utrzymujący się wysoki poziom nieelastycznego myślenia, co wynika bardziej z potrzeby bezpieczeństwa niż z kreatywnej przedsiębiorczości. Po egocentryzmie poznawczym, tak silnym jak w 1990 r., następują częstsze, silniejsze i różnorodne zaburzenia emocjonalne, w tym depresja. Do nowych negatywnych konsekwencji, które pojawiły się po 1990 roku, należą: przecenianie racjonalnego myślenia przy wciąż niskim poziomie inteligencji emocjonalnej oraz tendencja do szukania kozła ofiarnego i agresywnej walki z rywalami w pracy. To, że wyrażają chęć podjęcia pracy za granicą, można interpretować jako skłonność do ucieczki z kraju, ale oznacza też, że znają języki obce i nie brakuje im odwagi. Wśród władz pełniących rolę wsparcia jedynym, który podtrzymał swoje stanowisko, jest Jan Paweł II. Zaskakującym wnioskiem, w porównaniu z wynikami innych badań, jest to, że młodzież wzmocniła swoją samoocenę, co jednak można tłumaczyć lepszymi możliwościami edukacyjnymi, jakie otrzymują w SGGW. Można przyjąć, że jest to jedyny, pełen nadziei wynik badań Autora, który pozwala na stawianie pozytywnych prognoz zarówno co do młodzieży, jak i samego kraju. LW
An evaluation of root resorption associated with the use of photobiomodulation during orthodontic treatment with clear aligners: a retrospective cohort pilot study
Authors: Rossi Antonio , Lagravère-Vich Manuel , Heo Giseon , Major Paul W. , El-Bialy Tarek
Published: February 2024

Objectives

To evaluate the change in tooth root volume using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) in a group of patients treated concurrently with clear aligners and an adjunctive photobiomodulation (PBM) device.

Materials and Methods

This retrospective cohort pilot study included the records of 32 consecutively treated clear aligner patients (23 female, 9 male) from the private practice of one orthodontist. The PBM group (n = 16) used the device once per day for 5 minutes per arch and was compared with a matched control group (n = 16). A semiautomated segmentation technique was used to obtain tooth volume of anterior teeth from CBCT imaging prior to (T0) and during or immediately following (T1) orthodontic treatment with clear aligners. The change in root volume between time points was assessed.

Results

There was no statistically significant difference between the pre- and posttreatment root volumes of maxillary and mandibular anterior teeth, regardless of which intervention group the patient belonged to (P > .05). There was also no difference in the mean percentage change in root volume between clear aligner patients in this study who were treated with the PBM device compared with a matched control group (P > .05).

Conclusions

Clear aligner patients in this study who changed their aligners every 3 to 5 days and used adjunctive photobiomodulation therapy did not experience clinically relevant orthodontically induced external root resorption. Due to the small sample size and measurement error in the root segmentation process, the results should be interpreted with caution.
Innovations in Molecular Biology-Cutting-Edge Breakthroughs in Molecular Genetics
Authors: D Bhuvana
Published: February 2024

The field of molecular biology has experienced significant breakthroughs in recent years, driven by cutting-edge technologies and innovative research strategies. This abstract provides a concise overview of some key advancement that has shaped the landscape of molecular biology. One prominent area of progress involves the CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing system, which has revolutionized genetic manipulation. Researchers have refined and expanded its applications, enabling precise modifications to the genome for therapeutic purposes, functional genomics, and the development of genetically modified organisms. In the realm of nucleic acid sequencing, the advent of third-generation sequencing technologies has enhanced the accuracy and efficiency of deciphering complex genomes. Single-cell sequencing techniques have provided unprecedented insights into cellular heterogeneity, unraveling diverse cell populations within tissues and shedding light on the intricacies of developmental processes and disease progression. The integration of omics technologies, such as genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics, has propelled systems biology to new heights. This holistic approach allows for a comprehensive understanding of biological systems, unveiling intricate molecular networks and signaling pathways. Advanced computational methods and artificial intelligence applications have played a pivotal role in processing and interpreting the vast amounts of data generated by these high-throughput techniques. Furthermore, the exploration of the microbiome's role in health and disease has gained momentum. Advances in metagenomics have enabled a deeper understanding of microbial communities, their interactions, and their impact on host physiology. The identification of specific microbial signatures associated with various diseases has opened avenues for novel therapeutic interventions and personalized medicine. Conclusion: Recent advances in molecular biology have transformed the field, offering unprecedented opportunities for scientific discovery and medical applications. The integration of cutting-edge technologies and interdisciplinary approaches continues to propel molecular biology forward, paving the way for new insights into the complexities of life at the molecular level
A Kárpát-Pannon régió szeizmicitása: aktualizált és átdolgozott földrengés-adatbázis
Authors: Czecze Barbara , Győri Erzsébet , Timkó Máté , Kiszely Márta , Süle Bálint , Wéber Zoltán
Published: February 2024

A Nemzeti Kutatási, Fejlesztési és Innovációs Hivatal által támogatott, 2018-2.2.1-NKP-2018-00007 kutatási projekt végső célját Magyarország szeizmotektonikai modelljének megalkotása jelentette. Ehhez elengedhetetlenül fontos egy megbízható adatbázis a régió földrengéseiről. Emellett a földrengés-veszélyeztetettségi számítások elvégzéséhez is szükséges, hogy rendelkezésre álljon egy pontos, homogén földrengés-katalógus. A projekt keretében ezért sor került a korábbi katalógusok felülvizsgálatára.Első lépésben a Magyarországon és szűkebb környezetében, azaz a Magyar Nemzeti Szeizmológiai Bulletin (HNSB) által lehatárolt területen (45,5°–49°É; 16°–23°K) kipattant, 1996 és 2021 között digitálisan regisztrált összes szeizmikus esemény ismételt és egységes helymeghatározására került sor. Az arra alkalmas eseményklaszterek többeseményes helymeghatározását is elvégeztük. A katalógus szennyezettségének csökkentése érdekében több száz mesterséges, antropogén eseményt távolítottunk el, így a pontosított hipocentrumú, földrengésként nyilvántartott események alkalmassá váltak a szeizmotektonikai értelmezésre. A Kövesligethy Radó Szeizmológiai Obszervatóriumban (KRSZO) bevezettük a jelen projektben alkalmazott eljárást, így a hazai digitális katalógusunk évente egységesen bővíthető az újabb eseményekkel.Mivel az ország területét nemcsak a határokon belül kipattanó, hanem az országhatáron kívül keletkező nagyobb földrengések is veszélyeztetik, szükség van a tágabb környezet, a Kárpát-Pannon térség földrengéseinek ismeretére is. A KRSZO a korábbi években is rendelkezett – történelmi földrengéseket és műszeres adatokat egyaránt tartalmazó – katalógusokkal. A legutolsó 456-tól 2010-ig tartalmazott földrengéseket a teljes Kárpát-medence területére. A projekt keretében ezt a kombinált katalógust 2020-ig bezárólag kiegészítettük újabb eseményekkel és különböző magnitúdótípusokkal. A korábbi hipocentrumokat módosítottuk az újraszámított helykoordinátákkal és mélységadatokkal, a különböző típusú magnitúdók között korrelációs összefüggéseket határoztunk meg, és áttértünk a momentummagnitúdók használatára. Elkészítettük a Kárpát-Pannon régió új szeizmicitástérképét, ami a felülvizsgált katalógusokkal együtt alapul szolgál a későbbi elemzéseknek, és megbízhatóbb földrengés-veszélyeztetettség számítást tesz lehetővé.
Visegrád pusztulása az oszmán-török hódoltság előtt – az 1541-es földrengés történeti és archeoszeizmológiai nézőpontból
Authors: Kázmér Miklós , Al-Tawalbeh Mohammad , Győri Erzsébet , Laszlovszky József , Gaidzik Krzysztof
Published: February 2024

A Duna-kanyar lett volna a helyszíne a tervezett nagymarosi duzzasztógátnak, a Bős-nagymarosi vízerőműrendszer legalsó tagjának. A gátat az 1970-es években tervezték, olyan stabilra, hogy ellenálljon VI-os intenzitású földrengéseknek. Magyarországon eddig még nem alkalmazott eljárással történeti följegyzéseket, fényképeket és rajzokat, valamint régészeti ásatások adatait sorakoztatjuk fel annak igazolására, hogy 1541. augusztus 21-én egy IX-es intenzitású rengés pusztította el Visegrádot. Bizonyítékaink között van a Salamon-tornyot kettévágó hasadék és a királyi palota szomszédságában egykor állt ferences kolostor maradványain felismerhető deformációs jelenségek. A Salamon-toronyról a 19. század végén készült rajzok és fényképek hűen dokumentálják a 16. századi földrengéskárokat. A pontos datáláshoz a rengés során tönkrement ferences kolostor – régészeti ásatásokkal megtámogatott – története szolgáltat adalékokat. A királyi palotára és a kolostorra vonatkozó történeti dokumentáció elemzésével megállapítottuk, hogy Visegrád katasztrófájáért az a rengés lehetett felelős, amelyet 1541. augusztus 21-én , Pesten élt át Bornemisza Péter, későbbi  lutheránus püspök. Visegrádot 1544-ben elfoglalta a török, ezáltal megszűnt stratégiai jelentősége; az elromlott épületeket és a várost nem építették újjá. Kritikus létesítmények tervezésénél elengedhetetlen feltétel a környezet történeti szeizmológiai és archeoszeizmológiai vizsgálata.
Indonesian EFL teachers’ attitudes toward the differentiated curriculum in junior high schools and factors contributing to their attitudes
Authors: Muslimin Afif Ikhwanul , Khan Aslam
Published: February 2024

The implementation of differentiated curriculum (DC) in junior high schools has been gaining momentum in recent years as a means to address the diverse needs of students. However, more information about how English as a foreign language (EFL) teachers perceive this change is needed. This study explored English teachers' attitudes and factors that affected the introduction of DC in junior high schools. Data were collected through DC questionnaire administration and interviews using a mixed-method approach. The quantitative data were statistically analyzed using SPSS 23, while the qualitative data were thematically analyzed. The participants were the EFL teachers who actively participated in the MGMP (Musyawarah Guru Mata Pelajaran, or Subject Teacher Forum) of English Subject at the junior high school level in Batu City, East Java, Indonesia. The findings showed that all participants depicted a positive attitude toward DC implementation. However, they found some support needed from all related parties due to some challenges they met during their attempts to implement DC. This study suggests that EFL teachers' positive attitudes drive increased efforts in successfully implementing DC. However, identified challenges necessitate collaborative support from educators, administrators, and policymakers, including professional development and resource provision, for successful DC integration in EFL classrooms.
Bias Perlindungan Anak di Televisi : Tinjauan Semiotika
Authors: Nurfiana Efen , Halwati Umi
Published: February 2024

There is a child protection bias in television shows. Television as a broadcasting medium provides entertainment, information, and the value of persuasion in changing people's ways of thinking and behavior. Television should present broadcasts in accordance with the Broadcasting Code of Conduct and Broadcasting Program Standards (P3SPS) KPI. Cases of violations committed by television are often found in advertisements, talk shows, and soap operas are no exception. As noted on Friday, March 19, 2021, KPI sent a letter of warning to subscribers of the broadcasting code of conduct. Therefore, this research needs to be done to find out the bias of child protection in television media. This research is studied using semiotics, the method used is a qualitative description. From the study conducted, this study found at least three things that contain elements of child protection bias, namely (a) violence and loss of solidarity; (b) running away from responsibilities; and (c) pregnant out of wedlock.
Feminisme dalam Fenomena Childfree : Analisis Wacana Kritis Sara Mills pada Buku “Childfree And Happy”
Authors: Mardika Mifta Rizki , Ashaf Abdul Firman , Utaridah Nanda
Published: February 2024

AbstractThis research discusses social phenomena childfree in mass media (books) which are one of the agendas of the feminism movement. Victoria Tunggono is the first Indonesian writer who voice childfree loudly through her book entitled "Childfree and Happy". This research uses qualitative methods and Sara Mills critical discourse analysis and feminism theory to find out how this book represents feminism from childfree issues. The result of this research is childfree has described through causes, effects, and arguments using an effective language so that the readers can understand and highlight the side of feminism easily. The feminism side shown through subject-object and writer-reading classification and word and sentence level analysis refers to representations that emphasize the issue of women's bodies and women as objects. The conclusion is the book has representation radical feminism. Because the issue of women's bodies and women as objects is related to the basic concepts of radical feminism, namely patriarchy, family, and women as subordinates.Keywords : Childfree, Critical Discourse Analysis Of Sara Mills, Feminisme AbstrakPenelitian ini membahas tentang fenomena sosial dalam media cetak (buku) yang menjadi salah satu agenda gerakan feminisme, yaitu childfree. Victoria Tunggono merupakan penulis Indonesia pertamayang berani menyuarakan childfree lewat bukunya yang berjudul ”Childfree and Happy”. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dan analisis wacana kritis Sara Mills serta teori feminisme untuk dapat mengetahui bagaimana buku ini merepresentasikan sisi feminisme dalam isu childfree. Hasil dari penelitian ini adalah childfree digambarkan melaluipenyebab, pengaruh, dan argumen dengan menggunakan bahasa sehari-hari dan istilah yang mudah dipahami pembaca dan menonjolkan sisi feminisme. Sisi feminisme yang ditunjukkan melalui klasifikasi subjek-objek dan penulis-membaca dan analisis level kata dan kalimat merujuk pada representasi yang tekankan pada isu ketubuhan perempuan dan perempuan sebagai objek. Dapat disimpulkan bahwa representasi feminisme yang disajikan dalam buku ini mengarah kepada feminisme radikal. Karena isu ketubuhan perempuan dan perempuan sebagai objek berkaitan dengan konsep-konsep dasar pemikiran feminisme radikal yakni patriarkat, keluarga, dan perempuan sebagai subordinasi.Kata Kunci :Analisis Wacana Kritis Sara Mills, Childfree, Feminisme,