bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
O pensamento teatral de Luís Seoane desde unha ollada interartística
Authors: Rei Castro Micaela
Published: January 2024

O polifacético autor Luís Seoane experimentou o teatro en todas as súas vertentes, configurando unha diversificada produción teatral, derivada dun ben artellado ideario neste ámbito específico. É así que os piares principais da súa concepción teatral son a procura da síntese artística e o parateatro, para alén doutros fundamentos como a tentativa dun teatro popular galego. De xeito significativo, eses dous principios fundamentais están presentes tanto nas pezas teatrais de Seoane, canto na súa obra plástica por vía do mural El nacimiento del teatro argentino e tamén do proxecto muralístico Escena parateatral [s. t.].
Materiales para una historia de la Pedagogía Social y la Educación Social en España
Authors: Ortega Esteban José , Úcar Xavier , Pérez de Guzmán Victoria
Published: January 2024

Todavía no se ha escrito una historia exhaustiva de la pedagogía social en España. Lo que existen son numerosos relatos que describen e interpretan hechos, autorías, enfoques y sucesos relacionados con el origen y construcción de la disciplina, la pedagogía social y con el desarrollo de la profesión, la educación social. El objetivo de este texto es el contribuir con nuevos datos a ese gran relato histórico sobre la historia de la pedagogía/educación social que está por escribir. La primera parte presenta las influencias europeas que llegan a España en el siglo XX. Las dos siguientes, escritas por el profesor Ortega en primera persona, narran cómo vivió y participó en la construcción y desarrollo de la pedago-gía/educación social en España y el proceso seguido para intentar tener un área de conoci-miento específica de la pedagogía social en España. La cuarta se focaliza en el proceso de profesionalización de la educación social.
ESECS.IPL (Leiria) e ESE-PPorto (Porto): Da emergência e desenvolvimento da Pedagogia Social
Authors: Vieira Ana Maria , Correia Fátima , Marques José Carlos , Delgado Paulo
Published: January 2024

Este artigo dá conta, numa primeira instância, da emergência e desenvolvimento da Educação Social em Portugal, desde a formação secundária à formação superior. Num segundo momento, aposta no estudo de dois casos particulares: o desenvolvimento da li-cenciatura em Educação Social na Escola Superior de Educação e Ciências Sociais do Insti-tuto Politécnico de Leiria e no aprofundamento dos estudos em intervenção socioeducativa, no mestrado em Mediação Intercultural e Intervenção Social; e o desenvolvimento do curso em Educação Social na Escola Superior de Educação do Insituto Politécnico do Porto, ins-tituição pioneira a lecionar o bacharelato em Educação Social, em 1993, e onde a área da proteção de crianças e jovens em perigo, particularmente o sistema de acolhimento familiar, tem constutído uma das principais linhas de investigação.
Educadores sociais portugueses: Pertinência, formação e identidade profissional em (re)construção
Authors: Azevedo Silvia , Ferreira Bruno , Luísa Cláudia , Rodrigues Vanda
Published: January 2024

A Educação Social é uma profissão social e educativa que veio colaborar na cla-rificação de competências face a outras áreas similares, nomeadamente de profissões de ação social, com mais anos de intervenção em Portugal. A identidade profissional dos educadores sociais tem sido realizada pela práxis dos próprios profissionais, mas também fortemente fomentada pela Associação Profissional que os re-presenta, a Associação dos Profissionais Técnicos Superiores de Educação Social (APTSES). O associativismo e os seus movimentos sociais têm sido cruciais no desenvolvimento da profissão e do perfil do educador social. Num panorama de transformações e dinâmicas sociais inesperadas,  pautadas ao longo destes últimos anos pela Pandemia da COVID-19 e pela ocupação da Ucrânia pelas tropas russas, a Educação Social revela-se um campo profissional em expansão, cujos instrumentos e metodologias de intervenção exigem uma adequação e avaliação contínuas, uma nova formalização, compromisso e legitimação profissional e científica.
La escuela autoritaria en cuestión: materiales de sociología de la educación para contribuir a una escuela democrática
Authors: Varela Julia
Published: January 2024

La sociología de la educación surgió y se desarrolló en España en íntima relación con la transición democrática. Una de sus principales finalidades fue el análisis del sistema escolar autoritario, heredado de la dictadura, con el fin de contribuir a transformarlo, es decir, a democratizarlo. En este artículo Julia Varela sintetiza las tres principales líneas de sus inves-tigaciones en sociología de la educación centradas en la aplicación del modelo genealógico de análisis, en contribuciones relacionadas con las reformas educativas, especialmente de la LOGSE, en fin, en las relaciones complejas entre el acceso a la educación reglada y la domina-ción masculina. Son análisis que forman parte de un colegio de pensamiento crítico destinado a servir de apoyo a nuevas investigaciones sociológicas del campo educativo.
SARMIENTO, Martín (2008 – 2022): De historia natural y de todo género de erudición: obra de 660 pliegos. Obra total: 2060 pp. ISBN: 8400086848 et al.
Authors: Costa Rico Antón
Published: January 2024

Despois de moitos anos de intensa investigación e estudo, o Consello da Cultura Galega acaba de publicar unha nova edición completa de De historia natural e de todo xénero de erudición, escrita entre 1762 e 1765 polo ilustrado galego benedictino Martín Sarmiento. Do mesmo xeito que outras obras do gran polígrafo e erudito escritas entre 1743 e 1770, este libro contén numerosas reflexións didácticas e análises de diferentes temas educativos, e está imbuído da influencia dos compañeiros pedagogos de Sarmiento e contemporáneos da Ilustración Comenius, Locke, Rollin e Verney.
DEPAEPE, Marc; Frank SIMON; VAN GORP, Angelo.(2022): Ovide Decroly (1871-1932): Une Approche Atypique? Vol. 4. Ontário: Theory and History of Education International Research Group. http://hdl.handle.net/1854/LU-
Authors: De Oliveira Silva Reisla Suelen
Published: January 2024

Este novo trabalho de Marc Depaepe, Frank Simon e Angelo Van Gorp reúne mais de duas décadas de investigação sobre a vida e atuação psicopedagógica do médico e educador belga Ovide-Jean Decroly. O conteúdo do livro é chancelado pelo rigor cientifico-metodológico dos autores junto a sua expertise acadêmica, exame das ideias anteriormente apresentadas, aliada à disruptura inerente às novas informações encontradas sobre este intelectual que atuou na vanguarda do movimento de inovação pedagógica em escala local e internacional, cuja influência ainda repercute na atualidade.
Lower Limb Amputations in Patients with Peripheral Arterial Disease and/or Diabetes in Iceland 2010-2019; revascularisation, comorbidities and risk factors
Authors:   School of Health Sciences, University of Akureyri, Iceland, Vascular surgery Unit, Landspítali University Hospital, Reykjavík, Iceland, Árnadóttir Sólrún Dögg , Pálsdóttir Guðbjörg ,   Wound care Unit, Landspítali University Hospital, Reykjavík, Iceland, Logason Karl ,   Vascular surgery Unit, Landspítali University Hospital, Reykjavík, Iceland, Faculty of Medicine, University of Iceland, Arnardóttir Ragnheiður Harpa ,   School of Health Sciences, University of Akureyri, Iceland, Rehabilitation Unit, Akureyri Hospital, Iceland, Department of Medical Sciences, Respiratory-, allergy- and sleep research, Uppsala University, Sweden
Published: January 2024

INTRODUCTION: No recent studies exist on lower extremity amputations (LLAs) in Iceland. The aim of this study was to investigate LLA incidence in Iceland 2010-2019 and preceding procedures in amputations induced by peripheral arterial disease (PAD) and diabetes mellitus (DM). MATERIAL AND METHODS: Retrospective study on clinical records of all patients (>18 years) who underwent LLA in Iceland’s two main hospitals during 2010-2019. Patients were excluded if LLA was performed for reasons other than DM and/or PAD. Symptoms, medication and circulation assessment were recorded from first hospital visit due to symptoms, and prior to the last LLA, respectively. Previous arterial surgeries and amputations were also recorded. RESULTS: A total of 167 patients underwent LLA. Thereof, 134 (77 ± 11 years, 93 men and 41 woman) due to DM and/or PAD. The LLA-rate due to those diseases increased from 4.1/100,000 inhabitants in 2010-2013 to 6.7/100,000 in 2016-2019 (p=0,04). Risk factors were mainly hypertension, 84%, and smoking, 69%. Chronic limb-threatening ischemia induced 71% of first hospital visits. Revascularisations were performed (66% endovascular) in 101 patients. Non-diabetic patients were 52% and had statins less frequently prescribed than DM patients (26:45, p<0.001). CONCLUSION: DM and/or PAD are the leading causes of LLA in Iceland. Amputation rate increased during the period but is low in an international context. Amputation is most often preceded by arterial surgery. DM is present in almost half of cases, similar or less than in most other countries. Opportunities for improved prevention should aim on earlier diagnosis and preventive treatment of non-diabetic individuals with PAD.
Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis, a case report
Authors:   Department of Internal medicine, Landspitali University Hospital, Sturluson Ólafur Orri , Pálsson Ólafur ,   Department of Rheumatology, Landspitali University Hospital, Hjaltested Einar ,   Department of Otolaryngology, Landspitali University Hospital, Lúðvíksdóttir Dóra ,   Department of Pulmonology, Landspitali University Hospital
Published: January 2024

A 72-year-old woman presented to the emergency department due to worsening dyspnea. She had been diagnosed with asthma a year earlier. At arrival, her oxygen saturation was only 84%. During lung auscultation, wheezing was noted over all lung fields. A blood test showed a significant increase in eosinophils in peripheral blood, highest value of 1.4 x 10E9/L. Further investigations in the respiratory ward showed a positive MPO-ANCA, which, together with clinical features of asthma, chronic rhinosinusitis with polyps, mononeuritis multiplex and eosinophilia, led to the diagnosis of eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis, or what used to be called Churg-Strauss syndrome. Corticosteroid treatment was initiated and subsequently tapered down when treatment with mepolizumab was started, which is an IL-5 inhibitor. Her symptoms quickly became much better. Frequent exacerbation and pulmonary symptoms became things of the past.
AI Chatbot Innovation – Leading toward Consumer Satisfaction, Electronic Word of Mouth and Continuous Intention in Online Shopping
Authors: Butt Asad Hassan , Ahmad Hassan
Published: January 2024

AI-powered chatbots have emerged as influential tools in the realm of online shopping, effectively driving digital users toward heightened satisfaction, sustained usage intention and positive electronic word of mouth (e-WOM). This research delves deep into the intricate behavioural dynamics that consumers exhibit in their interactions with AI chatbots. A comprehensive online survey, encompassing 554 respondents who willingly engaged with AI chatbots, was conducted, with a focus on established frameworks like the information systems success (ISS) model, the technology acceptance model (TAM), engagement, and the elicitation of pleasurable feelings. The study’s findings underscore the pivotal role AI chatbots play in elevating user satisfaction and, in turn, predicting positive outcomes. These insights hold immense value for brand managers, offering a nuanced understanding of Indian online shoppers’ behaviour. Furthermore, the study highlights the significant impact of e-WOM generated by AI chatbots within the online shopping domain, further solidifying their role as essential components of digital services in the contemporary landscape. As digital services continue to shape and define modern business operations, AI chatbots have emerged as critical facilitators in enhancing the satisfaction of digital users, making them indispensable for businesses seeking to thrive in the digital realm.
An Analysis of the Optus National Outage and Recommendations for Enhanced Regulation
Authors: Gregory Mark A
Published: January 2024

On Wednesday, 8 November 2023 at about 4am, approximately 10 million Optus retail and 400,000 business customers lost network access as a result of the IP Core network shutdown. Optus stated that the cause of the network outage was a routine software upgrade that led to routing information updates from an international peering network causing key routers to disconnect from the network. This paper provides an analysis of the national outage, what information is needed to fully understand what occurred, and considers the lessons that might be learned.
Myocardial lesions during Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 infection
Authors: Kaoutar Zirhirhi , Sanaa Tougar , Amine Afif , Imane Elkhaouri , Boubaker Charra
Published: January 2024

The Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 virus has a strong tropism for the cardiovascular system, with direct or indirect interactions mediated by inflammation. The virus can cause cardiovascular lesions that can compromise the prognosis. We report the case of a 43-year-old patient with no particular medical history, admitted with acute respiratory distress syndrome due to coronavirus disease 2019 pneumonia complicated by myocardial injury, whose condition gradually improved with apyrexia, normalization of troponins, inflammatory markers, and restoration of left ventricular function. This case report demonstrates the need to identify cardiac involvement through widespread use of echocardiography and close monitoring of cardiac and inflammatory biomarkers during coronavirus disease 2019 infection, given the prognostic implications of such involvement.
The Double Cause Hypothesis for Autoimmune Diseases is Supported in Diabetic Mice (NOD)
Authors: Aburomi Nura , Khatib Soliman , Piran Ron , Arieli Ran
Published: January 2024

Introduction: The lung surfactant dipalmitoylphosphatidylcholine (DPPC) leaks into the blood, settling on the luminal aspect of blood vessels to create active hydrophobic spots. Nanobubbles are formed at these spots from dissolved gas. We hypothesized that contact between a large molecule in the blood and a nanobubble at an active hydrophobic spot would disrupt the molecule’s tertiary structure. An exposed epitope may then prompt an autoimmune response. Methods: DPPC content was determined in the heart of diabetic and healthy non-obese diabetic (NOD) mice and two control mice strains (C57/BL6 and Swiss-webster). Results: The hearts from NOD mice contained more DPPC (47.6 ± 3.7 SE mg/g) than the control mice (36.9 ± 2.2 SE mg/g) (P < 0.018). Discussion: It is probable that leakage of large β-cell molecules is the difference between affected and non-affected NOD mice. The Double Cause Hypothesis (DCH) is supported and the further research and applicability is discussed.
Caribbean Economics Quarterly: Volume 12, Issue 3: Dealing with Debt in the Caribbean
Authors: Rosenblatt David , Clayton Khamal , Mooney Henry , Saboin José Luis , Ortiz de Mendívil Cloe , Gauto Victor , Teixeira Gisele , Satnarine-Singh Nirvana
Published: January 2024

Many countries in Latin America and (especially) the Caribbean have struggled with public indebtedness problems for decades, but some have transitioned to relatively low and stable debt levels based on the strengthening of fiscal institutions, and macroeconomic institutions more generally. Following on this year's Development in the Americas report, Dealing with Debt, this edition of the Caribbean Economics Quarterly examines the status of public debt sustainability in Caribbean countries. The regional chapter provides a primer on the analysis of public debt dynamics and a review of the recent literature on empirical approaches to debt sustainability. Country chapters provide additional details on country experiences in recent decades, as well as the current policy and institutional frameworks for managing public debt.
El presupuesto por resultados en América Latina y el Caribe: hallazgos de la encuesta 2023
Authors: Pimenta Carlos , Zaltsman Ariel , Lora Oscar , Arana Roberto
Published: January 2024

Esta nota de política busca cerrar parte de la brecha de conocimiento sobre el estado actual y principales desafíos de la implementación del PpR en la región. Para cumplir con este objetivo, el Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo (BID) y la Red de Presupuesto por Resultados de América Latina y el Caribe desarrollaron una encuesta (en adelante, la Encuesta sobre PpR 2023, o la Encuesta), la cual aborda nueve ejes temáticos del PpR. La encuesta confeccionada se distribuyó a inicios de 2023 a las direcciones de presupuesto de los 24 países miembros de la Red, obteniéndose respuestas de 17 de ellos. Catorce de los diecisiete gobiernos que respondieron se encuentran implementando un marco de presupuestación por resultados. Entre los tres países restantes, Bolivia y Jamaica han respondido que se encuentran en proceso de implementar una estrategia sobre resultados a través de sus presupuestos.
LIS Journals’ Lack of Participation in Wikidata Item Creation
Authors: Willey Eric , Radovsky Susan
Published: January 2024

There are many items in Wikidata representing scholarly articles. However, these items have been created mostly by volunteer Wikidata editors and not systematically by journal publishers or editors, which can lead to gaps and inconsistencies in the datasets. This article presents findings from a survey investigating practices of library and information studies (LIS) journals in Wikidata item creation. Believing that a significant number of LIS journal editors would be aware of Wikidata and some would be creating Wikidata items for their publications, the authors sent a survey asking 138 English-language LIS journal editors if they created Wikidata items for materials published in their journal and follow-up questions. With a response rate of 41 percent, respondents overwhelmingly indicated that they did not create Wikidata items for materials published in their journal and were completely unaware of or only somewhat familiar with Wikidata. Respondents indicated that more familiarity with Wikidata and its benefits for scholarly journals as well as institutional support for the creation of Wikidata items could lead to greater participation; however, a campaign of education about Wikidata, documentation of benefits, and support for creation would be a necessary first step. The article presents and discusses the results of the survey, but the conclusions that can be drawn are minimal; therefore, the authors also discuss the benefits of creating Wikidata items for LIS journals as a first step in this educational campaign for editors and publishers.
O meu Brazil é com S: homenagem a Rita Lee Jones (1947-2023)
Authors: Brufato Aline
Published: January 2024

Artigo especial em homenagem ao legado de Rita Lee
Impactos no ecoturismo do Parque Estadual do Itacolomi (MG) durante a pandemia da COVID-19
Authors: Ferreira Andréia Da Graça , Bedim Bruno Pereira , Melo Rodrigo De Sousa , Fonseca Filho Ricardo Eustáquio
Published: January 2024

: O ecoturismo é um segmento turístico com grande potencial no Brasil, que foi também afetado pela pandemia de COVID-19, a exemplo do Parque Estadual do Itacolomi (PEIT), em Minas Gerais. O presente trabalho teve como objetivo identificar o impacto da pandemia no ecoturismo no PEIT. A metodologia foi do tipo estudo de caso, descritiva e exploratória de abordagem qualiquantitativa. Após revisão de literatura e autorização de pesquisa na unidade de conservação, elaborou-se instrumentos de coleta de dados do tipo roteiro estruturado aplicado via formulário de inquérito online a 337 visitantes do PEIT, e roteiro semiestruturado em entrevista remota à gestora do parque. Os resultados demonstraram que o comportamento dos turistas foi alterado em 2022 não só pelas restrições impostas, mas também pelo receio de praticar a atividade, mas que a partir do momento em que as restrições foram flexibilizadas, eles passaram a priorizar atividades em contato com a natureza e ao ar livre como o ecoturismo. Conclui-se que a pesquisa traz dados que podem ser utilizados para uma melhor compreensão do desdobramento da pandemia sobre o ecoturismo em áreas naturais protegidas, e contribuição ao planejamento turístico regional, em novas crises sanitárias ou afins.
Integrating Python-Based Artificial Intelligence for Enhanced Management of Inter-municipal Tourism Consortia: A Technological Approach
Authors: Zancan Claudio , Passador João Luiz , Passador Cláudia Souza
Published: January 2024

The primary goal of this article is to examine how the application of artificial intelligence (AI) contributes to the integrated management of inter-municipal tourism consortia, enabling more effective planning, decision-making, and project execution in municipal tourism departments. Integrated management of inter-municipal tourism consortia is a relevant issue as it allows coordinated actions aimed at promoting regional tourism in a sustainable manner. To achieve this goal, literature reviews and analyses of the characteristics of existing consortia in this sector were conducted, supplying qualitative and descriptive aspects to the study, including insights into how Python codes can be employed in this management process. The results write down that AI can be applied at various stages of managing these consortia, from naming opportunities to evaluating results, encompassing data analysis and demand forecasting. It was concluded that the application of AI can be a significant strategy to enhance the management of these consortia and contribute to the sustainable development of the sector. Suggestions for future studies include conducting empirical research to assess the impact of integrated AI models on the management of inter-municipal tourism consortia. Furthermore, it is crucial to explore how emerging technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT) and Virtual Reality (VR) can be integrated with AI to further enhance the integrated management of these consortia.
The Prevalence of Human Papilloma Virus Infection and Its High Risk Genotypes among Healthy Women in 28 Provinces in Iran; A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Authors: Akbarzadeh-Jahromi Mojgan , Taheri Negar , Dashtdar Babak , Taheri Nasim , Abiri Fatemeh , Zare Marjan
Published: January 2024

Introduction: Human Papilloma Virus infection (HPV) high-risk genotypes are responsible for up to 70% of invasive cervical cancers. It was aimed to determine the national and provincial prevalence of the total HPV and its high-risk genotypes including HPV genotype 16 (HPV16) and HPV genotype 18 (HPV18), and HPV genotypes other than genotypes of 16 and 18 (HPV other genotypes) among Iranian healthy women.
Methods: Iran with 28 provinces locates at latitude and longitude of 32° 00' north and 53° 00' east. All Persian and English studies reporting HPV infection based on cervical specimens were selected through searching the PubMed, Magiran, Scopus, Irandoc databases, and Google Scholar research search engine. Sample size and event rates were used to compute the overall event rates and 95% confidence interval (95% C.I); Fixed or random effects model, heterogeneity indices including Q-statistics (p-value), and degree of heterogeneity (I2) were reported. The search was done up to February 29, 2022. Comprehensive Meta-analysis 2.2.064 and ArcGIS 10.8.2 software tools were used at a significance level of <0.05.
Results: The meta-analysis included nineteen studies with 258839 participants. The national meta-analysis resulted in a total HPV prevalence of 0.025 (95% C.I 0.016, 0.039); those of HPV16, HPV18, and HPV other genotypes were 0.032 (95% C.I 0.019, 0.051), 0.028 (95% C.I 0.019, 0.040), and 0.048 (95% C.I 0.033,
0.069), respectively. The provincial meta-analysis showed that the total HPV prevalence was highest in Zanjn and Kerman (0.323 and 0.240, respectively); that of HPV16 was highest in Boushehr and Khozestan (0.298 and 0.253, respectively); that of HPV18 was highest in Tehran (0.089) and that of HPV other genotypes was highest in Khozestan (0.542).
Conclusion: The current results would help policymakers and health managers accentuate on further implementation of screening strategies and health services in needier areas such as Zanjan, Kerma, Khozestan, and Tehran.
Count Data Regression Modelling: An Application to Monkeypox Confirmed Cases
Authors: Nair Divya Vijithaswan , Hadaye Rujuta
Published: January 2024

Introduction: With the presence of COVID 19, some countries also faced an increase in number of cases due to Monkeypox virus. The main aim of this research was to investigate whether it is possible to fit count data regression models to predict the daily incidence of Monkeypox confirmed cases.
Methods: In this study we have used two types of traditional count regression models like Poisson regression model and Negative binomial regression model using identity and logarithmic link function. Since our data was overdispersed, Negative binomial regression model with logarithmic link function fitted well as compared to other models. The parameters were estimated using SPSS, version 23.0.
Results: The Negative Binomial Regression model with logarithm function fits well to the data related to Monkeypox cases. Therefore, the model shows that majority of the countries like Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Peru, Spain, United Kingdom and United States of America shows significant decrease in number of cases with respect to time. The prediction line was plotted using this model where the line predicts well about the daily Monkeypox cases reported by different countries.
Conclusion: From our study, we concluded that the count data regression model can be used widely to predict the incidence of any disease. The countries like Canada and Brazil have largest and smallest slope coefficient which shows maximum and minimum decrease in expected number of cases confirmed each day respectively.
Determinants of Hospital Stay Duration Post-Colorectal Surgery
Authors: Addo Gideon , Ossei Paul Poku Sampene , Yeboah Bismark Amponsah , Ayibor William Gilbert , Doh-Nani Raphael , Mohammed Seidu , Obuobi Michael , Appau Roselyn Assor
Published: January 2024

Introduction: Hospital length of stay (LOS) remains a vital metric for assessing patient outcomes and healthcare resource utilization. Given the substantial financial impact of diagnosing and treating colorectal anomalies, coupled with an increased susceptibility to postoperative complications, it is crucial to understand the factors affecting LOS following colorectal surgery. Our primary objective was to investigate the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative risk factors that have substantial influence over LOS following a colorectal procedure.
Methods: This study analyzed data from a retrospective study of adults who underwent various colorectal surgeries (colostomy, ileostomy, small bowel resection, etc.) at Cleveland Clinic Foundation (January 2005
- December 2014). Predictor variables were categorized into preoperative (patient demographics, medical history, comorbidities, lifestyle factors), intraoperative, and postoperative factors. LOS was grouped into short-term (SLOS) (≤ 7 days), medium-term (MLOS) (8-30 days), and long-term (LLOS) (> 30 days) stays. Multinomial logistic regression models assessed predictor effects on LOS.
Results: Among the 7874 patients, 50.7% were females, with a minimum age of 20 years. SLOS were observed in 61.1%, MLOS in 37.6%, and LLOS in 1.3% of patients. Advanced age correlated with prolonged LOS, possibly due to age-related health challenges like weak immune systems. Coagulopathy, and fluid and electrolyte disorders raised MLOS and LLOS risk, likely due to complications like significant bleeding and electrolyte imbalances. Surgery duration predicted longer LOS, elevating LLOS and MLOS by 52% and 42%. Postoperative infections were associated to extended stays, possibly due to subsequent interventions, monitoring and recovery delays.
Conclusion: Our study revealed that key preoperative predictors of LOS included Age, coagulopathy, fluid and electrolyte disorders, severe weight loss, and drug abuse. Notably, intraoperative factors such as surgical approach (open vs laparoscopic) and surgery duration, alongside postoperative complications including superficial and serious infections, significantly influenced LOS. By incorporating these insights into the preoperative planning, clinicians could potentially develop tailored interventions to mitigate risk factors and enhance postoperative recovery, thus potentially reducing LOS and improving patient outcomes.
Prevalence of recurrent aphthous ulcers among dentistry students and its association with anxiety
Authors: Basirat Maryam , Elmi Zahra , Shateri Sina , Fallahi Mahnaz , Karimi Fereshteh Najar
Published: January 2024

Objective: Recurrent aphthous stomatitis (RAS) is a common ulcerative inflammatory condition of the oral mucosa. Considering the contradictory findings of previous research about the association between anxiety and RAS, the present study aimed to determine the prevalence of RAS and its association with anxiety among dentistry students.
Methods: In this descriptive-analytical study, a total of  241 dentistry students of G. University were divided into two groups (those with a history of RAS and healthy subjects) after recording their demographic and required information. Also, Cattell’s questionnaire was used to evaluate the level of anxiety. The results were analyzed using SPSS v.21 software, and a p-value of <0.05 was considered statistically significant.
Results: 2.40% of subjects suffered from RAS. This condition was more prevalent in winter, and its incidence was significantly different between the two groups in terms of the presence of a family history of RAS (p=0.01), food allergy (p=0.05), and regular exercise (p=0.040). Subjects with RAS had a significantly higher anxiety intensity in the areas of lack of ego strength, superego susceptibility, and ergic tension compared to subjects without RAS (p<0.0001).
Conclusion: The results showed that some areas of anxiety, including lack of ego strength, can be predictors of RAS. Therefore, teaching life skills such as anxiety management and its timely diagnosis and treatment can play an essential role in the prevention and treatment of RAS.
Psychometric properties of the Persian version of the nursing moral disengagement scale
Authors: Mohammadpour Ali , Salehi Hoda , Moghaddam Mahdi Basiri
Published: January 2024

Moral disengagement is a set of cognitive mechanisms through which a person violates his/her moral standards without losing his/her dignity. Therefore, a tool has been designed to measure moral disengagement in nurses. This study aims to determine the psychometric properties of the Nursing Moral Disengagement scale. In this methodological study, 440 nurses working in hospitals of Mashhad were selected by the availability sampling method. The translation was carried out using the forward-backward method. The final version of the tool was psychometrically tested for validity (exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis) and reliability (internal consistency and relative stability).
Four factors were extracted in the exploratory factor analysis, and since the factor loadings of all the tool items were higher than 0.3, they were all retained. The tool's general fit indices indicated the model's confirmation and optimal fit. Cronbach's alpha and relative stability coefficients for the whole questionnaire were 0.90 and 0.89, respectively. The study results showed that this tool has good validity and reliability and can therefore measure behaviors related to moral disengagement in nurses, so that appropriate interventions can be designed to reduce these harmful behaviors.
Evaluation of medical sciences students’ awareness of the patients’ rights charter: a cross-sectional study
Authors: Khedmatizare Mahsa , Moosavipour Maedeh , Saeedi Nastaran , Aghabarary Maryam
Published: January 2024

Compliance with patients’ rights by medical sciences students requires an understanding of the patients’ rights charter. This study aimed to assess the awareness of medical sciences students regarding the patients’ rights charter. A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted, involving all final-year medical sciences students at Alborz University of Medical Sciences, Iran (n=370). Samples were selected using convenience sampling, and data were collected through a questionnaire designed to evaluate awareness of the patients’ rights charter. The study included 269 students. The results indicated that over half of the students possessed a moderate level of awareness about the patients’ rights charter. Analysis of specific domains revealed that the right to access services had the highest percentage, while the right to personal autonomy had the lowest percentage of awareness. Furthermore, analysis of variance revealed that medical students exhibited the highest level of awareness. Given the moderate level of awareness among medical sciences students regarding the patients’ rights charter, it is essential to design and implement plans to enhance their understanding of patients’ rights.
Propiedades psicométricas de las escalas de Actitudes Emprendedoras para Estudiantes y de Inteligencia Emocional de Wong y Law en una muestra de universitarios ecuatorianos.
Authors: Ortiz William , Tacuri-Reino David , Árias-Medina Paúl , Domínguez Gómez Marcela
Published: January 2024

La inteligencia emocional es un factor que influye directamente en el desarrollo personal y podría influir en la capacidad de emprendimiento. Este trabajo tuvo como objetivos evaluar la validez de constructo, consistencia interna e invarianza métrica de la versión en español de la Escala de Inteligencia Emocional de Wong y Law (WLEIS-S) y de la Escala de Actitudes Emprendedoras para Estudiantes (EASS) y correlacionar los niveles de inteligencia emocional y emprendimiento en una muestra de estudiantes universitarios (n=558). El análisis de validez, fiabilidad e invarianza revelan adecuada bondad de ajuste, consistencia interna y equivalencia. Se encontraron correlaciones estadísticamente significativas entre todas las dimensiones de las escalas. Las escalas de emprendimiento e inteligencia emocional poseen propiedades psicométricas adecuadas. En la formación profesional, la inteligencia emocional actúa como destreza para la toma de decisiones y la capacidad emprendedora como factor de desarrollo futuro.
La WebQuest como método de evaluación formativa para la educación superior
Authors: Pomboza Floril Cristina , Pomboza Floril Margarita , Radicelli García Ciro , Pomboza Floril Nelly , Rodríguez Lara Juan
Published: January 2024

La evaluación se ha convertido en un tema frecuente de debate didáctico y de preocupación de los distintos estamentos que integran la vida académica, mientras que la WebQuest se presenta como una herramienta de aprendizaje activo que desarrolla competencias de aprendizaje autónomo, colaborativo y digital. El objetivo de esta investigación fue el de establecer la efectividad de la WebQuest como herramienta de evaluación formativa en la educación superior. Se realizó una investigación de campo, con una muestra de 104 estudiantes de la Universidad Nacional de Chimborazo (UNACH), en el periodo 2023-1s, de enfoque mixto, alcance descriptivo y corte transversal. Se comprobó que la WebQuest es un método eficaz para evaluar la capacidad de abordar tanto el contenido conceptual, las habilidades prácticas y la actitud de los estudiantes, lo que proporciona una evaluación formativa integral que no solo mide el conocimiento teórico, sino, también la aplicabilidad en situaciones del mundo real.
"We can do our own thing here on Haida Gwaii": The Haida Nation's response to COVID-19
Authors: McGuire Michaela
Published: January 2024

The Council of the Haida Nation (CHN) is the National government of all Haida citizens—and their response to the COVID-19 pandemic on Haida Gwaii—is the central focus of this study. The CHN’s response is contextualized through an analysis of governance structures, consideration of previous epidemics, diseases, and health inequalities. The research questions for this project include: (1) How did the CHN’s role shift during the COVID-19 emergency response on Haida Gwaii; (2) What lessons can be garnered from the CHN’s response to inform future Haida Nation governance? To explore these research questions I conducted semi-structured, in-depth interviews with a sample of seven people who were living on Haida Gwaii during the pandemic and had some involvement with the CHN. Following an iterative process of data analysis, four main themes emerged from the data. These themes encompassed the inclusive approach taken by the CHN, the tireless work a small group of people did, and the importance of jurisdiction and self-determination while also considering lessons learned and capacity. The findings demonstrated the importance of continued pushes for self-determination as well as the ability of the CHN to expand its governance role.
Sociologie rurale polonaise
Authors: Kaleta Andrzej
Published: January 2024

Le développement de la sociologie rurale en Pologne a été déterminé par des événements cruciaux de l’histoire de la Pologne au XXe siècle : le recouvrement de l’indépendance (1918), la fin de la Seconde Guerre mondiale ayant entraîné la création de la Pologne populaire (1945) et son démantèlement à la suite de l’émergence du mouvement social Solidarité (1980–1989). Ces faits définissent les trois principales étapes de développement de la sociologie rurales polonaise: l’institutionnalisation (1918–1939), la modernisation socialiste des zones rurales (1945–1989) et la recherche d’un nouveau paradigme (après 1989). Pendant la première étape – celle de l’institutionnalisation (1918‒1939) ont été créés des centres scientifiques académiques et gouvernementaux, ainsi que les fondements théoriques et méthodologiques de cette discipline. Au cours de la deuxième étape correspondant à la modernisation socialiste des régions rurales (1945‒1989), la discipline est soumise à la doctrine politique. Ses centres d’intérêt et objets lui sont imposés. Ils portent sur l’industrialisation socialiste et l’urbanisation des villages. La troisième étape correspond aux changements que connaissent la campagne et l’agriculture suite aux réformes politiques et socio-économiques du début des années 1980. La sociologie rurale est à la recherche d’un nouveau paradigme. Elle a essayé de justifier théoriquement les processus d’adaptation de la campagne et de l’agriculture aux conditions de la société capitaliste, pointant leurs conséquences, pas toujours positives.
Combining Ability Studies of Promising Restorer Lines for Yield and Yield Components in Rice (Oryza sativa L.)
Authors: Reddy Dungu Vasudeva , Suneetha Y. , Kumar B.N.V.S.R. Ravi , Ramesh D. , Srinivas T. , Kumar D. Manoj
Published: January 2024

Background: The present inquisition was carried out at Regional Agricultural Research Station, Maruteru with a set of 30 experimental hybrids developed by crossing three male sterile lines with 10 testers in Line ´ Tester mating design during Kharif, 2022. Methods:The resultant 30 hybrids were studied in randomized block design with two replications along with the parents and hybrid check, HRI-174 during Rabi, 2022-23. Predominant non-additive gene action was found in the analysis of combining ability for lines, testers and line testers for grain production per plant, days to 50% flowering, days to maturity, ear bearing tillers per plant, filled grains per panicle and 1000-grain weight. Result:The results revealed RGL 5613 and MTU 2055 to be effective combiners for grain yield per plant, filled grains per panicle, spikelet fertility percentage and grain weight of one thousand grains. For five hybrids, the sca effects on grain yield per plant were large and favourable. These hybrids had recorded significantly higher grain yield perplant, more than 30 per cent, compared to the check, HRI-174, in addition to significant desirable sca effects for grain yield per plant.
Evolution of Some Biochemical Parameters during Cold Storage and Their Effect on the Formation of Acrylamide in Fried Potatoes
Authors: Abed A. , Kaci Z. , Dahmane T. , Tirchi N. , Cherif D. Baali
Published: January 2024

Background: The province of Ain Defla (Algeria) is known for its high potato production potential. However, many challenges need to be overcome, among them the deterioration of biochemical and organoleptic quality after harvest and during storage of potato tubers. Methods: A study was carried out in this context over two successive years 2019 and 2020, with the aim of determining the degree of physiological evolution of tubers of four potato varieties (Kondor, Bartina, Spunta and Atlas) through biochemical indicators, such as pH, acidity, dry matter, reducing sugars and starch, during cold storage at a temperature of 6°C±2 and for 60 days and 90 days. A qualitative analysis of acrylamide formation under the effect of temperature and frying time was carried out. Result: Kondor revealed the highest pH value before and during storage. A progressive decrease in dry matter and starch as a function of storage time was detected for all varieties studied, notably Spunta and Atlas. The Spunta variety showed significant amounts of reducing sugars during 60 days of storage. Acrylamide formation was intense at 160°C for 4 minutes of frying in both Spunta and Kondor varieties. However, Kondor showed greater resistance to enzymatic browning (acrylamide) than Spunta under the same empirical conditions.
In vitro Assessment of the Insecticidal Activity of Nerium oleander Extract against German Cockroaches (Blattella germanica)
Authors: Mares Mohammed M. , Murshed Mutee , Aljawdah Hossam M. A. , Hailan Waleed Ali , Al-Quraishy Saleh
Published: January 2024

Background: German cockroaches are the most common cockroach species in the world. Although German cockroach infestations occur in many human-inhabited spaces, they are most commonly associated with restaurants, food processing facilities, hotels, nursing homes. It’s also carried viruses, protozoa and infectious bacteria on the outside and inside of body surfaces and play a role in causing dizziness, asthma and nausea reactions in people. So, Blattella germanica is considered as an important medical and economic. Methods: This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of Nerium oleander extract against cockroaches and inhibition hatching eggs in vitro using a dipping method test. Two graduated concentrations of extract (50 and 100 mg/ml) were tested at different periods and changes over time in the viability of cockroaches were registered for (1 and 2 hours) and in relation to Inhibition hatching eggs after 30 days. Distilled water and cypermethrin (0.1%) were used as negative and positive control, respectively. A chemical assay was performed by FT-IR to investigate the presence of several anticipated active chemical compounds in Nerium oleander leaf extract. Result: The analysis of phytochemicals by FT-IR for alcoholic extracts of Nerium oleander extracts revealed the presence of 12 effective chemical ingredients such as carbohydrates, alkaloids, flavonoids, glycosides and tannins. The results showed that the extract had high efficacy in killing Cockroaches that were exposed to a high concentration of extract (100 mg/mL), the mortality rate was (90 and 100%), compared to the (cypermethrin 0.1%), the mortality rate was (70 and 100%) during the periods (1 and 2 hr) respectively. While the eggs cockroaches that were exposed to concentration of extract (100 mg/mL) and positive control (cypermethrin 0.1%) the hatching rate was (60 and 60%) after 30 days period respectively. While the negative control (without treated) was the hatching eggs cockroaches rate is (100%) during that period.
Impartment of spicy, fruity and herbal aromas from the Czech hop varieties of Ceres, Pluto and Saturn to beer
Authors: Nesvadba Vladimír , Olšovská Jana , Straková Lenka , Hervert Jan
Published: January 2024

The aim of the study is to evaluate the intensity and character of the beer aroma in selected hop varieties. In 2022 and 2023, new Czech Flavour hop varieties of Ceres, Pluto, and Saturn were registered. Ceres exhibits a mild citrusy and fruity hop aroma. Pluto has an intense fruity and herbal aroma, while Saturn has an intense fruity aroma with a milder citrus note. Differences in the intensity and character of the beer aroma were identified based on the hop variety used and the cold hopping dose. These varieties and their combinations were tested under cold hopping at 3 g/l and 6 g/l to assess the impartment of the aromas to beer. The combination of Pluto + Saturn shows the highest intensity of a spicy aroma, while Ceres exhibits the highest intensity of both the fruity and herbal aromas – all this at 6 g/l. The best character of the spicy aroma is observed with Ceres at 3 g/l. Ceres also demonstrates the best character of the fruity aroma, and Ceres + Pluto combination excels in the herbal aroma, both at the dose of 6 g/l. The popularity of beer is crucial, with the combination of Ceres + Pluto at 3 g/l proving to be the most popular. The results have practical applications in breweries producing bottom-fermented beers that utilize dry hopping. It is obvious which hop varieties or their combinations can be used to accentuate individual aroma profiles.
THE LEGAL PROTECTION FOR DEBTORS IN THE EXECUTION OF MORTGAGE AT THE SEMARANG STATE ASSETS AND AUCTION SERVICE OFFICE
Authors: Ningsih Ayup Suran
Published: January 2024

One of the goals of national development in the field of economics and law is to create a just and prosperous society in accordance with Pancasila and the 1945 Constitution. One of the legal actions taken by the community for the smooth running of its business activities is to make loans or credit to financial institutions. The loan is accompanied by the provision of Mortgage on the collateral object. In the process of lending and borrowing activities from creditors to debtors, problems or defaults can occur in the future, making it possible for an auction process to be carried out. The purpose of this article is to find out and analyze the auction process by State Assets And Auction Service Office (KPKNL) in Semarang City based on Regulation of The Minister of Finance of The Republic of Indonesia (PMK) No. 213/PMK.06/2020 and to see whether the process is in line with the Indonesia Mortgage Rights Law and how the protection provided for the default debtor is. The writing method used by the author is an empirical juridical approach. The empirical juridical approach is to identify and conceptualize law as a real and functional social institution in a real-life system. The mortgage auction process done by the KPKNL Semarang based on the above regulations is appropriate and protects the debtor’s rights properly.Salah satu tujuan pembangunan nasional dibidang ekonomi dan hukum adalah untuk mewujudkan masyarakat yang adil dan sejahtera sesuai dengan Pancasila dan Undang-Undang Dasar 1945. Salah satu perbuatan hukum yang dilakukan oleh masyarakat demi kelancaran kegiatan usahanya adalah dengan melakukan pinjaman atau kredit ke lembaga keuangan. Pinjaman tersebut disertai dengan pemberian Hak Tanggungan atas benda jaminannya. Dalam prosesnya kegiatan pinjam meminjam dari kreditur kepada debitur ini dapat terjadi masalah atau cidera janji kedepannya, sehingga memungkinkan untuk dilakukannya proses lelang. Penulisan artikel ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui dan menganalisis proses lelang oleh Kantor Pelayanan Kekayaan Negara dan Lelang (KPKNL) di Kota Semarang berdasarkan PMK No. 213/PMK.06/2020 dan untuk melihat apakah proses tersebut sudah sejalan dengan Undang-Undang Hak Tanggungan serta bagaimana perlindungan yang diberikan bagi debitur wanprestasi tersebut. Metode penulisan yang digunakan penulis ialah pendekatan yuridis empiris. Pendekatan yuridis empiris ialah mengidentifikasi dan mengkonsepsi hukum sebagai institusi sosial yan riil dan fungsional dalam sistem kehidupan yang nyata. Proses lelang hak tanggungan yang dilakukan oleh KPKNL Semarang berdasarkan peraturan tersebut diatas sudah sesuai dan melindungi hak debitur dengan baik.