bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Diversity in flower characteristics and chromosome numbers of Rain Lily (Zephyranthes spp.)
Authors: Duc Nguyen Anh , Phuong Pham Thi Minh , Huyen Pham Thi Thanh , Loc Nguyen Van , Hoang Dinh Thai
Published: September 2024

The study examined the flower characteristics and chromosome numbers of twenty rain lily genotypes with different origins. The bulbs of investigated genotypes were grown sequentially in an experimental garden under net-house conditions at the Vietnam National University of Agriculture. The data was collected for flower parameters including flower size and color, flower longevity, lengths of stamen, pistil, and anther, and the number of chromosomes. The results showed that the rain lily genotypes exhibited diversity in flower color and flower diameter, making advances for bedding flowers and landscaping. Furthermore, a wide range of chromosome numbers (from 2n = 18 to 2n =54) was found among the genotypes from 2n =18 in genotype D21 to 2n = 54 in genotype D6. The new chromosome numbers of Z. atamasco (2n = 22), Z. ajax (2n = 28), Z. candida (2n = 30), Z. rosea (2n = 28), and Habaranthus robutus (2n = 18) from Vietnamese genotypes and new hybrids were updated. The information will be valuable for the breeding programs of this species.
Relaciones bilaterales para la paz: lecciones del acuerdo entre Uganda y Sudán (1999) para el caso de Colombia y Venezuela
Authors: Quintero Avella Juan Camilo
Published: September 2024

En 1999, los Gobiernos de Uganda y Sudán como una estra­tegia para recuperar las relaciones diplomáticas y terminar con las tensiones entre ambos países, firmaron un acuerdo en la ciudad de Nairobi. Este importante paso, ha demostrado ser un exitoso caso de externalización de un conflicto, teniendo en cuenta los factores domésticos y las relaciones interestatales. Actualmente Venezuela y Colombia se encuentran en la misma situación, por lo cual es pertinente determinar qué lecciones pueden aprender estos dos países del acuerdo firmado en 1999, para lograr la reconstrucción de la confianza y establecer mecanismos de cooperación bilatera­les dirigidas a la construcción de paz. A partir de lo anterior, se realizará una revisión de la teoría de la internacionalización de los conflictos, centrándose en el enfoque de la externalización. Posteriormente, se procederá a analizar los casos, las características del acuerdo y las falencias de las relaciones bilaterales entre los dos países sudamericanos. Finalmente se presentan a la responsa­bilidad, la mediación, el modelo del single document approach y el compromiso real y completo, como aquellas lecciones que se pue­den rescatar del acuerdo de 1999. Así mismo, se plantean algunos avances que se pueden evidenciar en la actualidad referente a las lecciones.
La cuadratura del círculo del derecho. Geometría del derecho
Authors: Ortega Ruiz Luis Germán
Published: September 2024

El problema, con solución imposible, que ha planteado el derecho, cuando se aborda su naturaleza, configuración y estructuración desde diferentes escenarios, en especial, cuando se le ubica como fuente natural y originaria del orden normativo, y en otros casos, como fuente material y derivada de un orden político, se constituye en los retos de investigación del presente trabajo. Dichas vertientes se plantean en un escenario propio de análisis Jurídico –político, y para otros, en político - jurídico –, cuyos interrogantes se pretenden dilucidar a través de la denominada «cuadratura del círculo», figura, con caracteres geométricos, que es utilizada especialmente en las ciencias exactas para ejemplificar el problema sin solución o con un alto grado de dificultad para resolver. Es por ello que el planteamiento del problema, enmarcado en las figuras del círculo y del cuadrado, como protagonistas de la cuadratura del círculo, pretende desarrollar y determinar la relación entre la política y el derecho de manera subsidiaria, complementaria o dependiente.
Análisis econométrico espacial de las localidades de Bogotá y municipios del borde urbano
Authors: Muñoz John Harold , Ducón Salas Julio César
Published: September 2024

El artículo tiene como propósito presentar una reflexión acerca de la incidencia de la localización de la industria, el trabajo y la concentración del ingreso en las localidades de la ciudad de Bogotá, mediante el cálculo de indices que permiten determinar el grado de dispersión que hay en ella y en sus municipios de borde urbano. El desarrollo metodológico se llevó a cabo en dos partes. En la primera, se utilizaron indicadores de concentración espacial para determinar cómo las actividades socioeconómicas se distribuyen en el espacio reflejando el grado de dependencia y autocorrelación espacial. En la segunda parte, de una manera más descriptiva, se manifiestan las disparidades socioeconómicas que se presentan al interior de la ciudad. Como resultado de este proceso se encontró que Bogotá, a pesar de los avances que ha tenido en desarrollo humano, aún se encuentra en una situación de significativa inequidad y concentración de las variables ingreso, concentración de riqueza y acceso al suelo.
El derecho al buen morir: procedimiento de eutanasia como acto de dignidad en Colombia
Authors: Rodríguez Roa María
Published: September 2024

En este artículo se plasma la necesidad que se tiene en Colom- bia, ante un pronunciamiento jurídico y normativo en relación a un buen morir, también denominado eutanasia, tema que desde hace más de 25 años se encuentra exhortado al Congreso mediante vía jurisprudencial para que legisle y de esta manera se proceda a cumplir con la autonomía de la voluntad de las personas que a bien consideren tener acceso a pedir una muerte digna.
Los derechos de las personas con debilidad mental manifiesta: Inimputables y la administración de justicia
Authors: Guevara Castro Gladys Margarita
Published: September 2024

La condición humana del encartado penal en Colombia, en lo concerniente a su dignidad y derechos constitucionales, deben ser observados y protegidos sin ninguna discriminación. la Constitución Política de 1991 en sus artículos 13 y 2 señala que el “Estado protegerá especialmente a aquellas personas que por su condición económica, física o mental, se encuentren en circunstancia de debilidad manifiesta” (Constitución Política de Colombia [Const.], 1991, art. 13), igualmente le encarga la labor de protección a las autoridades de la república como a los administradores de justicia (jueces y fiscales), a fin de asegurar el cumplimiento de los deberes sociales del Estado de derecho; en este caso, el autor del delito en condición de inimputabilidad por inmadurez psicológica o retardo mental, exigiéndoles así especial valoración frente al injusto penal en casos especiales. Las personas declaradas como inimputables reciben medidas de seguridad según el artículo 5 del Código Penal, Ley 599 del 2000 y la función es de curación, tutela y rehabilitación; pero para llegar a esa instancia debe recorrer un largo camino judicial, quedando a cargo de la defensa técnica, en igualdad de armas con la fiscalía, demostrar la condición de la persona en condición de discapacidad intelectual, situación que entra en contravía al cumplimiento del encargo de rango constitucional que se hace mención.
Impact of globalization on income inequality in South Africa
Authors: Choga Ireen , Dundu Lyn , Khobai Hlalefang
Published: September 2024

Income inequality has been a major issue in South Africa. The 1994 transition from apartheid to democracy and global economic integration presented opportunities and challenges, fostering economic development while exacerbating existing inequalities. Therefore, this study aims to analyze how globalization affects income inequality in the South African economy. It utilizes the autoregressive distributed lag (ARDL) approach on a set of chosen variables. These variables include the Gini index, the Konjunkturforschungsstelle (KOF) globalization index, Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per capita, unemployment rate, inflation rate, and government expenditure. The study covers the period from 1980 to 2022, allowing for a comprehensive examination of the relationship between globalization and income inequality over time. The results obtained from the ARDL bounds test indicate that globalization has a positive long-run equilibrium relationship with income inequality. This means that as globalization progresses, it tends to be associated with higher levels of income inequality. In the short run, globalization exhibits a positive and statistically significant relationship with income inequality. The results of the Granger causality test indicate a unidirectional relationship between globalization and income inequality. This suggests that changes in globalization directly influence income inequality. Consequently, it is crucial to implement short- and long-term policies that address the adverse effects of globalization on income distribution. Policies could include providing support and retraining for workers in vulnerable industries, implementing social safety nets to protect those adversely affected by rapid economic changes, and ensuring equitable access to opportunities created by globalization.
Impact of transparent economy on high-tech enterprises in the modern business environment of China
Authors: Nazarenko Oleksandr , Zhou Kunming , Nazarenko Inna , Harkusha Serhii
Published: September 2024

High-quality information support for modern high-tech enterprises in any country is of undeniable relevance. An open, accessible, and fair, transparent economy creates an atmosphere of trust in which people easily perceive transparency, fairness, and efficiency of economic management. The purpose of this study is to determine the impact of a transparent economy on the investment environment, innovation, competitive advantage, government regulation, and the formation of corporate social responsibility in the modern business environment on the example of high-tech enterprises in China. This study uses a multiple linear regression model to analyze the impact of a transparent economy on high-tech enterprises. The research sources included the CSMAR database, China’s stock market and accounting research, China’s economic and financial research database, CRSP, COMPUSTAT, and others, and financial statements of selected high-tech companies. Sustainable development, R&D and innovation, investor relations, social responsibility, and market competitiveness are identified as key aspects of the relationship between a transparent economy and high-tech enterprises. The study confirmed a positive correlation between a transparent economy and the efficiency of resource allocation of high-tech enterprises, the innovation capabilities of high-tech enterprises, the market competitiveness of high-tech enterprises, and the efficiency of state supervision of high-tech enterprises.
The Transformation of Kizukai Habitus on Asian Trainee in Japan: Striving and Competition of Labor Market in ASEAN
Authors: Prabowo Roberto Masami , Mahzuni Dade , Risagarniwa Yuyu Yohana , Rustam Muhammad Reza
Published: September 2024

In the 1990s, Japan faced a severe economic downturn known as the "Lost Decade." To address labor shortages and strengthen economic and political ties with developing nations, the Japanese government has initiated a trainee program to provide individuals from developing countries in Asia with the opportunity to gain work experience in Japan for three years. The research aims to explore the impact of Japan's trainee program on participants who left Japan between 2000 and 2010. Specifically, it investigates how these individuals adapt to Japanese society through the concept of ‘kizukai’ (empathy and concern for others) and examines their success in establishing businesses in their home countries. The research employs an ethnographic approach, utilizing direct interviews and a literature review. The ethnographic method, utilizing direct interviews with former trainees, offers qualitative insights into their social adaptation, business success, and engagement with Japanese cultural practices, enriching the understanding of their lived experiences. The literature review complements this by providing a theoretical framework, particularly Bourdieu's theories of habitus, field, and capital, to analyze the changes in trainees' behaviors and their impact on business practices. The research finds that many trainees have successfully integrated into Japanese society by internalizing Hiroyuki Inoue's concept of kizukai. This integration plays a significant role in their entrepreneurial success upon returning to their home countries, where they establish prosperous businesses. The findings suggest that while the trainee program has shortcomings, it contributes to strengthening international economic relations and offers lessons for improving future trainee programs.
Nickel Downstreaming in Indonesia: Reinventing Sustainable Industrial Policy and Developmental State in Building the EV Industry in ASEAN
Authors: Lahadalia Bahlil , Wijaya Chandra , Dartanto Teguh , Subroto Athor
Published: September 2024

The developmental state concept, which entails proactive government support for economic structural transformation, remains contentious today. Some scholars vigorously argue that government intervention in the economy was indispensable to the success of East Asian countries, whereas others are critical of the practice, arguing that it tends to neglect sustainability dimensions and contending that government intervention in the market is often unwarranted. In this study, the authors analyse how Indonesia’s nickel ‘downstreaming’ strategy represents a new developmental state model that considers the aforementioned discourse on the merit of industrial policy. The new model aligns the classical developmental state concept with the need to address pressing environmental and social concerns, which are widely recognized as being of paramount importance. Through an integrative literature review and secondary data analysis, the study reveals that Indonesia’s downstreaming strategy does exemplify a new developmental state model, as the government does not aim just to stimulate economic growth but also to contribute to the energy transition with EV battery manufacturing and to invigorate social inclusion by ameliorating inequality particularly in Eastern Indonesia. Nevertheless, the application of the new developmental state model through the downstreaming strategy uncovers some areas where improvement is necessary. The policy needs to be continuously refined so that its negative environmental and social externalities can be mitigated, and it can serve as a better example of a new developmental state model.
Navigating Turbulence: ASEAN’s Leadership Challenges in the Human Rights Violation in Myanmar and South China Sea Dispute
Authors: Agussalim Dafri , Wicaksono Tunggul
Published: September 2024

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is one of the most rapidly growing regional organizations, significantly influencing the geopolitical landscape of Southeast Asia and beyond. Despite these successes, however, ASEAN currently faces serious challenges in maintaining its unity, solidarity, and cohesiveness. A critical issue is the divergence in views, attitudes, and policies of member countries on crucial political and security matters. This study explores the concept of leadership within the structure of regionalization in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). The concept is shaped by structural capabilities derived from the region's resource production and manpower, with charisma playing a crucial role in leadership. Based on this concept, this study explores the leadership role in ASEAN's efforts to address current and upcoming issues, particularly about human rights abuses in Myanmar and South China Sea disputes. This study compares Indonesia's leadership within ASEAN to that of other member states using a qualitative comparative case study design. This method investigates how different elements affect the phenomenon that is being studied. A more nuanced understanding of the complex relationships between various variables, including leadership, domestic turmoil, and regional dynamics, can be obtained through the analysis of cases in real-life contexts. The study posits that ASEAN will not be able to uphold its integrity and accelerate the realization of a harmonious ASEAN society in the future without robust leadership. Unlike in its early years, ASEAN today lacks a leader capable of mobilizing political resources to address and resolve collective issues within the organization.
Photogrammetry protocol in babies with congenital torticollis: part 1 – inter-arch intraoral assessment
Authors: Bittar Karina Correia Bonalumi
Published: September 2024

Torticollis is defined as an imbalance of the sternocleidomastoid muscle (SCM), with less extension of the neck, resulting in a preference to turn the head more from one side to the other. The characteristics frequently found are: ear contralateral to the torticollis displaced forward, facial asymmetry, and contralateral occipital flattening, as well as a smaller ipsilateral eye, causing misalignment of the eyes. This condition can also cause mandibular inclination (MI), in the frontal plane, with a difference in opening between the maxilla and mandible from one side or the other. The diagnosis and treatment of torticollis are routinely carried out by the physiotherapist and the diagnosis of this mandibular inclination is traditionally through visual examination. This assessment of mandibular inclination, carried out by the dentist, in an objective manner, can contribute to the diagnosis and also to the monitoring of proposed treatments that should reduce mandibular asymmetries. The objective of this study was to create a protocol for objective measurement of the distance between the maxilla and mandible, on the right and left sides, using photogrammetry, to detect whether mandibular inclination can be observed by the shorter inter-arch distance on the side corresponding to the torticollis. Case reports of two babies (1 baby aged 9 months and another aged 1 year and 1 month), diagnosed with congenital torticollis. Photogrammetry was carried out: the babies were positioned on a dental stretcher and photographed in maximum opening, intermediate, and closing positions. Using the photos and the IMAGE J program, measurements between the maxilla and mandible were taken (see photogrammetry description). Results: The measurement protocol used in both babies confirmed the greater mandibular inclination by approaching the hemi-arch corresponding to the side of the torticollis, compared to the opposite side. Objective measurement of mandibular inclination can be part of the timely diagnosis for congenital torticollis. Studies with an adequate sample size and methodology are necessary to confirm this diagnostic tool.
The Iconography of a 17th Century Amber Casket: Problems of Reconstruction and Context
Authors:   Kaliningrad Regional Amber Museum, Polyakova Irina A. ,   Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University
Published: September 2024

This paper explores the problems of reconstructing the iconography of amber artworks when some parts of their original ornamentation are lost. This research focuses on a mid-to-late 17th century frameless amber casket, popular as both a diplomatic gift and collectable. The history of attribution of the original casket from the collection of the Tsarskoe Selo State Museum and Heritage Site, as well as that of the creative replicate made in 1979 for the Amber Museum in Kaliningrad, is given. A consideration of the written and visual sources reveals connections between the various texts (Biblical and theological writings, and emblematic and “iconological” essays) and images which have influenced the development of iconographic themes employed. Taking into account the features of decoration of the amber casket mentioned in the inventories, a new interpretation of its iconography is suggested and justified. The figure on the lid of the casket can be identified as an allegorical representation of Hope, one of the theological virtues. The attributes of the personification of Hope are defined, their sources are revealed and the context of their use is reconstructed. The versions of mentioned but not survived attributes are proposed. In special focus is connection between visual content of the allegory and its context. The Allegory of Hope, a theme widespread in Europe both in visual and applied arts, was a popular decorative motif in Prussian amber artworks dating from the 17th and 18th centuries. The well-grounded interpretation of the decorative motifs on amber artworks sent from Prussia as diplomatic gifts can provide a basis for further research into the items and their links to literary and archive sources.
Comparative analysis of HEC-HMS and machine learning models for rainfall-runoff prediction in the upper Baro watershed, Ethiopia
Authors: Belina Yonata , Kebede Asfaw , Masinde Muthoni
Published: September 2024

Accurate streamflow simulation is crucial for effective hydrological management, especially in regions like the upper Baro watershed, Ethiopia, where data scarcity challenges conventional modeling approaches. This study evaluates the efficacy of three hydrological models: the Hydrologic Engineering Center's Hydrologic Modeling System (HEC-HMS), artificial neural network (ANN), and support vector regression (SVR) in predicting runoff. Using data from 2000 to 2016, the analysis focused on various performance metrics such as the Nash–Sutcliffe efficiency (NSE), root mean square error (RMSE), and coefficient of determination (R2). The results indicated that the ANN model significantly outperformed the others, achieving an NSE of 0.98, RMSE of 24 m3/s, and R2 of 0.99. In comparison, the HEC-HMS model yielded an NSE of 0.85, RMSE of 113.4 m3/s, and R2 of 0.89, while the SVR model displayed an NSE of 0.97, RMSE of 27 m3/s, and R2 of 0.99. These findings highlight the superior performance of ANN in regions with limited hydrological data, suggesting its potential as a reliable alternative to traditional physical models. By demonstrating the efficacy of machine learning models, this research facilitates the way for innovative approaches to water resource management, offering valuable insights for policymakers and practitioners.
Water resources management under climate change and anthropogenic pressure in the upper Bandama catchment in Northern Côte d'Ivoire
Authors: Yao Franck Zokou , Dembélé Moctar , N'go Yao Alexis , Kouakou Yao Etienne
Published: September 2024

The upper Bandama basin at Badikaha in the North of Côte d'Ivoire, subject to climate change, has recorded a rapid population growth that significantly affects water availability. This study applies the water evaluation and planning (WEAP) system model to explore how the water resources available currently can meet people's needs in the future, mainly for irrigation, mining activities, rural and urban water supply and cattle breeding. The outputs from two regional climate models RACMO 22T and CCLM 4-8-17 under representative concentration pathway (RCP) 4.5 and RCP 8.5 scenarios were used for the climate change impact assessment. Results predict an increase in mean annual temperature by 1.5°C while precipitation could decrease by 21% by 2090. The climate model outputs coupled with the WEAP model show that unmet water demand estimated to 50 million m3 in 2020 could reach 115 million m3 in 2050. Nevertheless, climate change mitigation scenarios by the WEAP model, including the implementation of dams, boreholes and the hydraulics infrastructure improvement reveal that water scarcity could be reduced significantly in the catchment.
Parsonage-Turner Syndrome Following AstraZeneca COVID-19 Vaccination
Authors: Slouma Maroua , Dhifallah Malek , Ammar Lobna Ben , Gharsallah Imen
Published: September 2024

Introduction:

Parsonage-Turner Syndrome is an uncommon cause of shoulder pain

Case Representation:

Herein, we present the case of a male in his 40s, who was presented with
a 3-month history of acute onset of intense shoulder pain, which decreased rapidly leaving behind
a residual upper limb weakness. The diagnosis of Parsonage-Turner Syndrome following
COVID-19 vaccination was made based on electroneuromyography and magnetic resonance imaging
findings. The patient responded well to analgesics and rehabilitation.

Conclusion:

A better knowledge of this disease and early recognition are crucial to prevent unnecessary
tests and interventions.
Targeting RSK2 in Cancer Therapy: A Review of Natural Products
Authors: Wu Tianhui , Chen Ziming , Liu Xin , Wu Xinyan , Wang Zhaobo , Guo Weiqiang
Published: September 2024

P90 ribosomal S6 kinase 2 (RSK2) is an important member of the RSK family, functioning as a kinase
enzyme that targets serine and threonine residues and contributes to regulating cell growth. RSK2 comprises two
major functional domains: the N-terminal kinase domain (NTKD) and the C-terminal kinase domain (CTKD).
RSK2 is situated at the lower end of the Mitogen-activated protein kinases (MAPK) signaling pathway and is
phosphorylated by the direct regulation of Extracellular signal-regulating kinase (ERK). RSK2 has been found to
play a pivotal role in regulating cell proliferation, apoptosis, metastasis, and invasion in various cancer cells,
including breast cancer and melanoma. Consequently, RSK2 has emerged as a potential target for the development
of anti-cancer drugs. Presently, several inhibitors are undergoing clinical trials, such as SL0101. Current
inhibitors of RSK2 mainly bind to its NTK or CTK domains and inhibit their activity. Natural products serve as
an important resource for drug development and screening and with the potential to identify RSK2 inhibitors.
This article discusses how RSK2 influences tumor cell proliferation, prevents apoptosis, arrests the cell cycle
process, and promotes cancer metastasis through its regulation of downstream pathways or interaction with other
biological molecules. Additionally, the paper also covers recent research progress on RSK2 inhibitors and the
mechanisms of action of natural RSK2 inhibitors on tumors. This review emphasizes the significance of RSK2 as
a potential therapeutic target in cancer and offers a theoretical basis for the clinical application of RSK2 inhibitors.
DETERMINAN PENYERAPAN TENAGA KERJA DI KOTA MALANG SEBELUM DAN SAAT PANDEMI COVID-19
Authors: Khairi Irsyad , Shasta Pratomo Devanto
Published: September 2024

One of the labor problems in Malang City is that the available jobs cannot absorb the rapidly growing labor force, causing high unemployment. The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of minimum wage, GRDP, inflation, education and COVID-19 dummy variables on labor deployment in Malang City. Data analysis uses multiple linear regression methods with the Stata 14 program. The data used are time series from 1993-2022 in Malang City. The results showed that the minimum wage has a positive and significant effect on labor absorption. Education level has a significant and negative effect on labor absorption. GRDP and Inflation have no significant effect on labor absorption. For COVID-19 dummy on employment, it has a negative and insignificant effect during the COVID-19 pandemic
PENGGUNAAN PRINSIP SYARIAH DALAM BERBISNIS PADA PENGUSAHA
Authors: Laksono Dizza Ludfi , Muttaqin Aminnullah Achmad
Published: September 2024

Business activities with sharia principles in this journal are seen from researcher observations and start from things that are clearly visible. Researchers want to know the motives behind changes in behavior, business operating procedures, and feedback on entrepreneurs who apply sharia principles to their business. The research was conducted in Sidoarjo Regency and aimed to find out the underlying reasons for entrepreneurs conducting business using sharia principles. The methodology used in this research is qualitative with a phenomenological approach. Data collection technique strategy was dept-interview with semi-structured methods, researchers managed to find 11 informants. The results of this research are entrepreneurs who intend to apply sharia principles which are not far from the explanations of the Qur'an and hadith and imitate the behavior of the prophet Muhammad ﷺ in doing business with the aim of complying with Islamic rules and prohibitions. For instance, not allowed to serve costumer during salah occurred, for entrepreneurs engaged in product, must not reduce scale in transaction, keep a promised negotiation, and for entrepreneur in services sales, that have to nurture as best as they can without belittling others. Other results stated that after implementing sharia principles, employees were able to work sincerely and customers almost never felt disappointed.
Reconstruction of extended ureteral defects using sections of the ileum and colon
Authors: Kotov S. V. , Gaina O. V.
Published: September 2024

The incidence of extended ureteral strictures has been on the rise in the past decade. This increase is attributed to the growing number of endoscopic surgeries, expanded criteria for surgical treatment of cancer patients, and complications from radiation therapy. When correcting an extended ureteral stricture, if there is a lack of urinary system tissues to replace the defect or if they are involved in the pathological process, replacement reconstruction using a segment of small or large intestine becomes necessary. Options for ureteral reconstructions using ileum and colon sections were discussed, as well as the use of the appendix as a graft. Data on the effectiveness and frequency of postoperative complications were analysed, and the pros and cons of different surgical techniques for ureteroplasty were evaluated. It is necessary to conduct further scientific and practical research and evaluation of long-term results to solve the remaining unclear problems and to inform the doctors of our country about the existence of this pathology.
Multimodal analysis of renal stones to explore new biomarkers of urolithiasis
Authors: Popova E. O. , Tkachev S. Y. , Karpenko A. K. , Lee Yu. A. , Chislov P. A. , Ali S. H. , Dymov A. M. , Vinarov A. Z. , Akovantseva A. A. , Ershov B. P. , Golub D. A. , Shchekleina M. D. , Galechyan G. Y. , Bogoedov D. A. , Gafarova E. R. , Musaelyan R. E. , Timashev P. S.
Published: September 2024

Despite advances in minimally invasive surgery, urolithiasis still recurs within the first five years after the first episode in more than 50% of patients. Researchers continue to search for new crystallisation inhibitors, metaphylaxis strategies and laser sources for stone destruction. Therefore, to achieve these goals, it is necessary to study kidney stones not only as the result of an isolated process of pathological biomineralisation in the human body, but also as a biogenic mineral or rock that obeys universal patterns and has certain properties. Consequently, kidney stones need to be studied using methods that are widely used in the geological sciences for the study of minerals, such as computed microtomography and petrological analysis. In this review, the properties of kidney stones studied using various research methods used in geosciences are discussed. These properties are also considered as new biomarkers of urolithiasis. This review discusses how new data from multimodal stone analysis can be used to develop personalised metaphylaxis and treatment strategies for all types of urolithiasis, including the most common idiopathic calcium-oxalate urolithiasis.
Examining the Evidence on the Statistics Prerequisite for Admission to Doctor of Nursing Practice Programs: Retrospective Cohort Study
Authors: Byon Ha Do , Park Sunbok , Quatrara Beth A , Taggart Jessica , Wheeler Lindsay Buford
Published: September 2024

Background

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs in the United States confer the highest practice degree in nursing. The proportion of racial and ethnic minority DNP students, including those of Asian descent, keeps increasing in the United States. Statistics is commonly required for DNP programs. However, there is insufficient evidence regarding the number of years within which statistics should be taken and the minimum grade required for admission to the program.

Objective

This study aimed to examine the associations of statistics prerequisite durations and grades for admission with the course performances within the DNP program. We also explored whether a postadmission statistics overview course can prepare students for a DNP statistics course as well as a required statistics prerequisite course.

Methods

A retrospective cohort study was conducted with a sample of 31 DNP students at a large university in the Mid-Atlantic region. Statistical analysis of data collected over 5 years, between 2018 and 2022, was performed to examine the associations, using Spearman rank correlation analysis and Mann-Whitney U test (U).

Results

The performance of students in a DNP statistics course was not associated with prerequisite duration. There was no significant association between the duration and the DNP statistics course letter grades (ρ=0.12; P=.66), neither with exam 1 (ρ=0.03; P=.91) nor with exam 2 scores (ρ=0.01; P=.97). Prerequisite grades were positively associated with exam 1 grades (ρ=0.59; P=.02), but not exam 2 (ρ=0.35; P=.19) or course grades (ρ=0.40; P=.12). In addition, no difference was found in the performance of students whether meeting the prerequisite requirements or taking a 1-month, self-paced overview course (exam 1: U=159, P=.13; exam 2: U=102, P=.50; course letter grade: U=117, P=.92).

Conclusions

No evidence was found to support the need for limits on when prerequisites are completed or grade requirements. Opting for a statistics overview course after admission can serve as a viable alternative to the statistics prerequisite, effectively preparing students for advanced quantitative data analysis in a DNP program.
Examining the Evidence on the Statistics Prerequisite for Admission to Doctor of Nursing Practice Programs: Retrospective Cohort Study (Preprint)
Authors: Byon Ha Do , Park Sunbok , Quatrara Beth A , Taggart Jessica , Wheeler Lindsay Buford
Published: September 2024

BACKGROUND

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs in the United States confer the highest practice degree in nursing. The proportion of racial and ethnic minority DNP students, including those of Asian descent, keeps increasing in the United States. Statistics is commonly required for DNP programs. However, there is insufficient evidence regarding the number of years within which statistics should be taken and the minimum grade required for admission to the program.

OBJECTIVE

This study aimed to examine the associations of statistics prerequisite durations and grades for admission with the course performances within the DNP program. We also explored whether a postadmission statistics overview course can prepare students for a DNP statistics course as well as a required statistics prerequisite course.

METHODS

A retrospective cohort study was conducted with a sample of 31 DNP students at a large university in the Mid-Atlantic region. Statistical analysis of data collected over 5 years, between 2018 and 2022, was performed to examine the associations, using Spearman rank correlation analysis and Mann-Whitney U test (U).

RESULTS

The performance of students in a DNP statistics course was not associated with prerequisite duration. There was no significant association between the duration and the DNP statistics course letter grades (ρ=0.12; P=.66), neither with exam 1 (ρ=0.03; P=.91) nor with exam 2 scores (ρ=0.01; P=.97). Prerequisite grades were positively associated with exam 1 grades (ρ=0.59; P=.02), but not exam 2 (ρ=0.35; P=.19) or course grades (ρ=0.40; P=.12). In addition, no difference was found in the performance of students whether meeting the prerequisite requirements or taking a 1-month, self-paced overview course (exam 1: U=159, P=.13; exam 2: U=102, P=.50; course letter grade: U=117, P=.92).

CONCLUSIONS

No evidence was found to support the need for limits on when prerequisites are completed or grade requirements. Opting for a statistics overview course after admission can serve as a viable alternative to the statistics prerequisite, effectively preparing students for advanced quantitative data analysis in a DNP program.
Chat-Based Digital Clinic Encourages Individuals at High Risk of Cardiovascular Disease to Contact Physician Following Digital Risk Communication (Preprint)
Authors: Aaltonen Eero , Mars Nina , Ruotsalainen Sanni , Ripatti Roope , Aro Johanna , Leinikka Marianne , Hotakainen Kristina , Heikkilä Iiro , Widén Elisabeth , Ripatti Samuli
Published: September 2024

BACKGROUND

Digital communication of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk directly to individuals can promote preventive actions. We have previously shown that communicating CVD-risk, including polygenic risk information through a web portal leads to about 20 % of individuals at high risk of CVD contacting a physician.

OBJECTIVE

To test if mobile-optimised risk communication combined with a chat-based digital clinic for consulting a physician would increase preventive actions among individuals at high risk of CVD.

METHODS

We studied N=4808 Finnish individuals, aged 40-60 years with no history of cardiovascular disease and at least one major risk factor for CVD. The digital clinic group (N=1050) received the intervention. Matched controls (N=3758) were sampled from our previous study, and they received CVD-risk information without chat-based access to health professionals.

RESULTS

Compared to the matched controls, individuals in the digital clinic group were more likely to seek contact with a physician following digital risk communication (36.4 % vs. 18.6 % of individuals at high risk sought contact; P=.03). Majority of participants found the risk communication and chat-based digital consultation easy to understand (95 %) and useful (93 %).

CONCLUSIONS

Mobile-optimised CVD-risk communication followed by an easy access to physician’s consultation considerably elevated the likelihood of contacting physician compared to only communicating the individual’s risk. Further research is needed to target the health care resources optimally in this mobile setting to the individuals most in need for risk-lowering actions.
Analysis of Spatiotemporal Characteristics of Urban Heat Island (HUI) Effect in Shantou City based on Landsat Images
Authors: Chen Manqi , Wang Ruei-Yuan
Published: September 2024

With the continuous strengthening of China's economic strength and the acceleration of urbanization, a series of urban ecological problems have also emerged, among which Urban Heat Island (UHI) is one of the more serious issues. This article takes Shantou City as the research object, based on Landsat series satellite images, uses the radiative transfer equation algorithm (atmospheric correction method) to invert the surface temperature of Shantou City, and uses the mean standard deviation method to classify the heat island effect of surface temperature. The results indicate that the area of UHI effect in Shantou is continuously increasing, and there is a phenomenon of transition from low-temperature areas to high-temperature areas. From 2008 to 2021, the UHI area in Shantou exhibited a spatiotemporal variation pattern of scattered, contiguous, and diffusive transfer.
Diáspora digital: una nueva dimensión conceptual
Authors: Aizencang-Kane Perla
Published: September 2024

El presente artículo se propone indagar acerca de una nueva dimensión conceptual impuesta por la experiencia contemporánea. Se explora la influencia que han tenido los medios de comunicación, el surgimiento de la Internet y el uso de las redes sociales en la formación y articulación de nuevas diásporas: las diásporas digitales. Si bien las definiciones clásicas de diáspora se centraban en términos de dispersión y desarraigo, la diáspora digital anuncia la creación de nuevas formas de inmediatez y proximidad entre aquellos connacionales que habitan diferentes lugares geográficos. El artículo examina la intersección entre las prácticas cotidianas de los migrantes y el espacio digital, destacando cómo este último ha transformado las dinámicas de pertenencia, identidad y solidaridad dentro de las comunidades diaspóricas. Finalmente, se analiza la ampliación del concepto de ciudadanía en el ámbito digital, donde las redes sociales juegan un rol central en la construcción de capital social y empoderamiento político de las diásporas.
¿Se puede pensar la explotación del campesinado con Marx? El aporte de la teoría de la subsunción del proceso de trabajo bajo el capital. Una primera aproximación
Authors: Gouttefanjat Fleur
Published: September 2024

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Desde finales del siglo xix se generaron importantes debates teóricos acerca de la explotación campesina y de su posible conceptualización dentro de los marcos establecidos por la crítica de la economía política desarrollada por Karl Marx. De cara a los peculiares rasgos que tiene el proceso de trabajo campesino, ciertos teóricos han afirmado la necesidad de ir más allá de Marx y formular nuevos conceptos para dar cuenta de la abigarrada situación del campesinado dentro del desarrollo histórico capitalista, especialmente en los llamados países periféricos, como México. El presente artículo pretende abonar a esta discusión revisando los ejes fundamentales de la teoría marxiana de la explotación y su potencial reflexivo y analítico para pensar las formas de dominación del capital sobre el campesinado. En particular, se realiza una exploración de la teoría marxista de la subsunción del proceso de trabajo bajo el capital, en tanto constituye el núcleo del análisis crítico de Marx en torno a la explotación y al desarrollo capitalistas. Con base en un estudio descriptivo de corte explicativo, se realizó una revisión documental exploratoria y, por lo tanto, no exhaustiva acerca de los conceptos centrales de dicha teoría; así como de los mecanismos históricos concretos de sometimiento capitalista del campesinado en diversos países, lo que permitió discutir el aporte de varios teóricos marxistas a la teoría de la subsunción. Se concluye que esta teoría, por su carácter dialéctico y procesual, es una herramienta fecunda para pensar la plasticidad y la procesualidad de los procesos de sometimiento capitalista del trabajo campesino.
Reflexiones sobre el binomio espacio-lugar en la construcción teórico-conceptual de la memoria-hecha-museo. El caso de la Shoá
Authors: Mendlovic Pasol Bertha
Published: September 2024

Esta articulo aborda la construcción de la memoria-hecha-museo mediante una estrategia teórico-conceptual enfocada en atender a dos tensiones inherentes a este objeto de estudio, así como el desafío a nivel metodológico-operacional que este plantea. El primer punto refiere a la dimensión social en la memoria museizada, que tiende a permanecer oculta a una mirada inicial; la segunda apunta a su carácter desterritorializado y simultánea contingencia a factores territorio-dependientes. En cuanto al desafío metodológico-operacional, este atiende a la complejidad patente en el panorama empírico de concreción de dicha memoria museizada. El espacio-tiempo, frecuentemente desvinculado de su conformación como memoria y en su concreción como museo, se ve complejizado por diversos factores interactuantes en estos planos. Desde esta problematización se emprende la de un modelo teórico-metodológico que de cuenta de la complejidad de la memoria-hecha-museo. Finalmente, este convocará a una reflexión en torno a la revisión del binomio espacio-lugar.
La huella del razonamiento jurídico-social.
Authors: Ortega Laurel Carlos , Simental Franco Víctor Amaury
Published: September 2024

Una huella de razonamiento jurídico-social puede ser considerada como una señal, esto es, como un modelo de las características-signo de la señal razonamiento jurídico-social, que son únicas del pensamiento para cada individuo en una determinada sociedad, mismas que son propias y únicas de quien formuló dicho razonamiento jurídico-social-social. Esto significa que, al igual que otros datos métricos, en que se caracterizan los rasgos a través de un modelo, es posible plantear la hipótesis sobre qué: “se puede considerar al razonamiento jurídico-social como un métrico que permita caracterizarle a través de sus rasgos, que bien puede utilizar el aprendizaje automático, esto es, los automatismos, para ayudar al orden jurídico a determinar los perfiles y las identidades de los razonamientos de los actuantes”.
Constitucionalismo digno: derechos sociales y dignidad humana en la Corte Constitucional Colombiana
Authors: Dávila Johnny Antonio
Published: September 2024

Por ser un Estado social de derecho, Colombia se ha comprometido con el respeto de los derechos sociales. La Corte Constitucional de Colombia ha llevado a cabo una labor judicial a favor de tal objetivo y, con este fin, ha recurrido frecuentemente al problemático concepto de dignidad humana. El presente artículo parte de la premisa de que la dignidad humana siempre tiene significado contextual (Sprachspiel) y tiene dos objetivos. Primero, se explica cuál es el sentido de la dignidad humana para la Corte Constitucional, y se afirma que es un término polisémico, pero con un contexto conceptual delimitado. Segundo, se muestra con casos concretos cómo la Corte ha tomado decisiones para promover el respeto de los derechos sociales por medio de la dignidad humana. El escrito tiene una metodología sistémica, pues se centra solo en el contexto de la Corte Constitucional Colombiana.
Walkability legal workers in CAS COVID-to-CAS regular in Peru. Processes and perspectives. Transitabilidad legal de trabajadores en CAS COVID-a-CAS regular en Perú. Procesos y perspectivas
Authors: Trujillo Pajuelo Michael Lincold , Rimapa Navarro Liliana Rocio , Pinto Bouroncle Yolanda Maria , Lázaro Ortiz Yanira Guisella
Published: September 2024

El presente documento tiene como objeto de estudio explorar los desafíos y oportunidades de los trabajadores contratados bajo contrato de Servicio, una Administrativa Especial (CAS) de COVID creada para brindar asistencia médica de emergencia en respuesta a la pandemia de coronavirus en el Perú, y en particular examinar cómo estos trabajadores tienen acceso al contrato CAS regular, que proporciona mejores beneficios laborales y estabilidad laboral. Además de conocer a grandes rasgos los aspectos legales y reglamentarios que rigen ambos tipos de contratos, así como las reglas y requisitos que se deben cumplir para lograr la transmisibilidad legal.
Experience of practical use of enterosorbents in the treatment of HIV-infected children with diarrhea syndrome
Authors: Tuychiev L. N. , Khudaykulova G. K. , Muminova M. T.
Published: September 2024

Despite advances in antiretroviral therapy (ART), diarrhea is common among people living with HIV (PLHIV) and negatively impacts quality of life. Although diarrheal diseases caused by opportunistic infections have decreased in the ART era, the overall prevalence of diarrhea remains unchanged, estimated at 28% to 60% of PLHIV.

The aim of the study: to conduct a comparative assessment of the clinical efficacy of enterosorbents in the treatment of diarrheal syndrome in children with HIV infection.

Materials and methods. The study material included 80 HIV-infected children who experienced acute infectious diarrhea aged 5 to 14 years. The main group included 40 children who received enterosgel, 2 times 1 tablespoon included in the traditional treatment regimen, and the control group included 40 children who received the drug lactoﬁltrum against the background of traditional therapy, 1 tablet 3 times a day. The duration of treatment was 10 days.

Results and discussion. During the treatment of acute diarrhea in children with HIV infection with Enterosgel, a signiﬁcant decrease in the daily amount and in the duration of diarrhea was observed, which leads to a noticeable loss of signs of dehydration (P<0.05). Elimination of acute diarrhea in children with HIV infection may also have eliminated the underlying intoxication syndrome due to the underlying and burning disease, which may lead to a reduction in health care costs and socioeconomic burden.

Conclusion. During the treatment of acute diarrhea in children with HIV infection with Enterosgel, a decrease in the daily amount and in the duration of diarrhea is reliably observed, which leads to a signiﬁcant disappearance of signs of dehydration (р<0.05).