bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Analisis Kontribusi Pajak Hotel terhadap Pendapatan Asli Daerah Kota Makassar
Authors: Muliana Sitti , Israwati Israwati , Basar Nur Fatwa
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui kontribusi pajak hotel terhadap Pendapatan Asli Daerah (PAD) Kota Makassar. Jenis data yang digunakan adalah data kualitatif dan kuantitatif. Sumber data yang digunakan adalah data primer dan data sekunder. Metode analisis yang digunakan adalah metode deskriptif. Berdasarkan penelitian yang dilakukan dapat disimpulkan bahwa penerimaan Pajak Hotel dan Pendapatan Asli Daerah Kota Makassar umumnya mengalami peningkatan setiap tahunnya, tetapi pada tahun 2020 mengalami penurunan disebabkan karena adanya covid-19. Kontribusi Pajak Hotel Kota Makassar selama tahun 2018-2022 berada pada kriteria sangat baik meskipun penerimaan kontribusinya mengalami fluktuasi atau naik turun.
Persepsi Manajer Terhadap Implementasi Akuntansi Keberlanjutan Pada Koperasi Simpan Pinjam (Pendekatan Naratif)
Authors: Dekrita Yosefina Andia , Mitan Wilhelmina , Ramlah St.
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi persepsi manajer terhadap implementasi akuntansi keberlanjutan di koperasi simpan pinjamdengan menggunakan pendekatan naratif. Fokus penelitian mencakup pemahaman manajer tentang akuntansi keberlanjutan, pentingnya penerapan prinsip-prinsip keberlanjutan seperti konsep triple bottom line serta pelaporan dan analisis keuangan berkelanjutan yang melibatkan akuntansi lingkungan, sosial dan sumber daya manusia. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi naratif, dimana data dikumpulkan melalui wawancara mendalam dengan manajer koperasi yang dipilih secara purposive. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa meskipun sebagin besar manajer memahami pentingnya akuntansi keberlanjutan untuk keberlanjutan koperasi namun penerapannya masih menghadapi berbagai tantangan termasuk keterbatasan pengetahuan, sumber daya dan regulasi. Implikasi penelitian ini menunjukan perlunya pelatihan dan pengembangan kapasitas manajer dalam memahami dan menerapkan akuntansi keberlanjutan dengan menyoroti kebutuhan untukintegrasi keberlanjutan dalam pengelolaan koperasi simpan pinjam untuk menciptakan nilai ekonomi, social dan lingkungan yang berkelanjutan.
Analisis Pelaporan Keuangan UMKM Kabupaten Bondowoso berdasarkan SAK EMKM
Authors: Lathifah Nurul , Fitriyah Nur
Published: December 2024

Pelaporan keuangan merupakan cara yang digunakan oleh perusahaan untukmenyampaikan informasi keuangan yang bermanfaat sebagai sumber informasi dalampengambilan keputusan dalam pengembangan UMKM. SAK EMKM dibuat bertujuanuntuk mempermudah pelaku UMKM dalam menyusun laporan keuangan. Namun masihbanyak UMKM di daerah Jawa Timur belum menerapkannya. Penelitian ini berfokuspada pelaporan keuangan UMKM berdasarkan SAK EMKM. Penelitian ini merupakanpenelitian kualitatif menggunakan pendekatan deskriptif dengan metode studi kasus.Pengumpulan data dalam penelitian ini dilakukan langsung pada 1 0 0 UMKM diBondowoso dengan teknik observasi, wawancara, kuesioner, dan dokumentasi.Berdasarkan hasil kuesioner, terdapat 44% UMKM di Bondowoso mengetahui SAKEMKM dan hanya 28% yang menerapkan pelaporan keuangan berdasarkan SAK EMKM.Pencatatan yang masih dilakukan masih sederhana dan manual. Pencatatan yangdilakukan hanya untuk mencatat penerimaan kas dari penjualan dan pendapatan sertapengeluaran kas. Kendala yang dialami adalah sumber daya manusia yang kurangpengetahuan dan pemahaman mengenai penyusunan laporan keuangan yang sesuaidengan standar.
Filling the Gap: Enhancing Business Education for Tomorrow’s Business Owners
Authors: Kelepouris Christos
Published: December 2024

This paper highlights the importance of incorporating franchising and direct selling into business education curricula, drawing from the author’s extensive teaching experience across various institutions. While many entrepreneurship and small business management programs strive to equip students for business success, they frequently overlook these impactful business models. Franchising offers a structured, proven approach for entrepreneurs to scale thier business, while direct selling emphasizes a low-cost channel of distribution. Despite their value, both models remain underrepresented in most academic programs. By integrating franchising and direct selling into the curriculum, higher education institutions can broaden students’ entrepreneurial skill sets, better preparing them to navigate a dynamic marketplace and positioning themselves as leaders in cultivating innovative and adaptable business leaders.
Preserving Legacy or Pioneering Progress: A Lesson Plan for the Next Chapter at Hatfield School Supply
Authors: Thomas Ashley M. , Cox K. Chris
Published: December 2024

Hatfield School Supply is a 70-year-old company selling customized school planners and pencil vending machines to the K-12 market. Planner and pencil sales have steadily declined as they have been replaced by digital solutions. Declining sales then hit a hard stop when the COVID-19 Pandemic led many schools to shut down face-to-face instruction. The third-generation owner would like to pass down or sell the business, but its current financial condition and market outlook make that next to impossible. She, and the company President are contemplating alternatives to achieve the profitable growth necessary for the business to remain viable.
A Perspective on Teaching Small Business and Entrepreneurship in Communist Vietnam
Authors: Webb Henry
Published: December 2024

This article describes the author’s experience teaching a hybrid course on entrepreneurship in Vietnam, one of the few remaining communist countries. Based on the author’s positive experience, the author recommends Vietnam as a location for business faculty interested in international teaching. The article details the structure and outcomes of the course at a Vietnamese university, highlighting the potential and challenges of teaching entrepreneurship in a socialist-oriented market economy. Despite the inherent challenges, Vietnam’s vibrant startup community and government support for small and medium enterprises make it an ideal environment for fostering entrepreneurial skills.
Sati Stones in Podagad, Nabarangpur District of Odisha
Authors: Rate Raj Kumar
Published: December 2024

Podagad alias Puskari was the ancient capital Nala dynasty who ruled over the present Bastar- undivided Koraput- Kalahandi region during 3rd-6th century CE. The literary meaning Podagad is burnt fort. The explorations of G. Ram Das (1948) and Dr. C.B. Patel (1985) provide us the preliminary information and its archaeological importance. The vicinity of Podagad is full of scattered ruins, sculptural remains, giving the impression of one time busy and prosperous city life in this past. The Podagad inscription of Saknadavarman mentioned about the frequent struggle between the Nala and Vakataka for territorial dominance and the findings of Memorial stones further clarified these struggle. As we know that Memorial stones also represents the military art tradition. Sati Stones is an integral part of Memorial Stones tradition. As many as 34 memorial stones founded in Podagad region and it represents a glorious military as well as socio-cultural tradition of this region. The present paper attempts to study the nature and form of the Sati stones, sculptural art traditions and their evolution. The present paper contains both primary and the secondary sources to reveal the political and socio-religious significance of the Sati stones tradition of Podagad.
From P-Zombies to Substance Dualism
Authors: Hendricks Perry
Published: December 2024

P-zombies are creatures that are physically (functionally, behaviourally) like you and I and yet lack phenomenal consciousness. If such creatures are possible, it’s (typically) taken to show property dualism is true: phenomenal consciousness isn’t reducible to – nor
does it supervene on – physical states. If inverted qualia are possible, it’s possible that you and I have identical physical states and yet you see tomatoes as green and I see tomatoes as red. If this is the case, then (again) property dualism is (typically) taken to be true.
In this article, I???ll show that p-zombies and inverted qualia – if they are actually possible – prove more than previously thought: if one thinks p-zombies or inverted qualia are possible, then one should endorse one of the four following theses: (i) substance dualism, (ii) we
have even more reason to reject p-zombies and inverted qualia since they entail an even more radical conclusion than previously thought (i.e. substance dualism), (iii) eliminativism about selves, or (iv) friends of p-zombies and inverted qualia have homework: they need to show a relevant,
plausible disanalogy between arguments for p-zombies and inverted qualia as traditionally stated and my parallel arguments that entail substance dualism. My purpose here isn’t to defend any of these particular options. Instead, my purpose is to highlight that these are the four options
available to take.
A professional and personal account of social worker experience of client aggression
Authors: Vaughan Bethany
Published: December 2024

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The role of UK adult social workers involves supporting individuals in various settings to enhance their independence. Negative stereotypes and lack of understanding of the social worker’s role may impact their effectiveness. Aggression from clients is prevalent, with verbal abuse and physical violence being common. Factors such as clients’ mental health and past trauma contribute to aggression. Coping mechanisms include organisational strategies and personal self-care. Building trust is crucial but can be undermined by stereotypes and media portrayal. A case study exemplifies the challenges faced, highlighting the need for proactive intervention and support.
Development of a 3D Online System for Comparative Study of Architectural Elements in Thai Stupas
Authors: Busayarat Chawee
Published: December 2024

Understanding architectural names and semantics is essential for studying historical sites. New educational media in 3D and 2D formats, available online and offline, supports this by using specific buildings to illustrate shapes, positions, and proportions along with names and semantics. This approach works well for initial education, but in-depth study requires comparing architectural elements to identify similarities and differences. Today, comparative learning is recognized as an effective method for enhancing understanding. Therefore, this research focuses on developing a 3D online system for studying the names and semantics of architectural elements in Thai stupas and their architectural elements. The system features a multi-dimensional database and a real-time interactive online interface. It includes the ability to simultaneously view and compare up to three stupa models, enhancing comparative analysis and facilitating a comprehensive understanding of architectural variations. The system is tested using stupas from the Sukhothai, Si Satchanalai, and Kamphaeng Phet Historical Parks to help users appreciate Thai historical sites better. The developed system has been evaluated through teaching experiments, revealing that comparative learning deepens students' understanding. They can predict the names of stupa components, even if they have never seen that particular stupa before, by using the similarities or differences in elements as preliminary information to guess the semantics. Students who participated in the comparative interface were also able to improve their knowledge retention compared to learning with a single 3D interface.
Aplicações terapêuticas das sementes da espécie Euterpe oleracea, Mart.: uma revisão integrativa
Authors: Ribeiro Michael Santos , Batista Flávia Mendonça Lima , Mesquita Evellyn Cristynne Costa , Freitas Samanta Pinheiro Baia de , Lima Taís Rodrigues Flaubert , Silva Aline Raquel Ferreira , Silva Luís Cláudio Nascimento , Pinheiro Aruanã Joaquim Matheus Costa Rodrigues
Published: December 2024

O Açaí (Euterpe oleracea, Mart.) é uma palmeira nativa da região norte e as suas sementes constituem cerca de 85% do fruto. O seu crescente consumo tem levado a um aumento significativo na produção de resíduos. Com isso algumas aplicações de reaproveitamento vêm sendo estudadas sobre essas sementes, visando entendimento sobre o bioproduto. Esse estudo teve por objetivo realizar uma revisão integrativa da literatura para identificar as principais aplicações terapêuticas já atribuídas às sementes de Euterpe oleracea, Mart. A revisão incluiu estudos científicos publicados entre 2020 e 2024, consultando bases de dados como SciELO, ScienceDirect e PubMed. Foram considerados artigos que tratavam de experimentos laboratoriais, clínicos e revisões teóricas sobre as propriedades terapêuticas das sementes. Após filtragem, foram analisados 10 artigos relevantes. Os resultados revisados destacam o potencial terapêutico das sementes de açaí, com atividades antioxidantes, anti-inflamatórias e anticarcinogênicas devido à presença de compostos como polifenóis e flavonoides. O extrato mostrou eficácia antiproliferativa em células de câncer, benefícios cardiovasculares e hepáticos, além de baixa toxicidade. Contudo, esse estudo destaca o crescente potencial do extrato de Euterpe oleracea, Mart. na medicina natural devido às propriedades bioativas encontradas nesses compostos. Embora a literatura científica reconheça os benefícios promissores, há uma necessidade de mais pesquisas clínicas para validar e compreender melhor os mecanismos de ação e o uso seguro desses compostos.
Desafios éticos do uso de inteligência artificial no ensino básico
Authors: Peixoto Fabrício Gomes , Paiva Eleide Leile de Andrade e
Published: December 2024

A integração da Inteligência Artificial (IA) na educação básica apresenta possibilidades transformadoras, como a personalização do ensino e o suporte a práticas pedagógicas inovadoras. Entretanto, também levanta desafios éticos significativos, especialmente em áreas como privacidade, equidade, transparência e autonomia docente. A coleta de dados de estudantes, essencial para o funcionamento das ferramentas de IA, suscita preocupações sobre a privacidade e o uso responsável dessas informações, especialmente considerando a vulnerabilidade de crianças e adolescentes. A ausência de regulamentação robusta pode expor os estudantes a riscos de vigilância e uso indevido de dados. Além disso, há desigualdades no acesso à IA devido a limitações tecnológicas e desafios relacionados a contextos socioeconômicos, potencialmente ampliando as disparidades educacionais. A transparência dos algoritmos é outro ponto crítico, já que os sistemas podem apresentar viéses discriminatórios, comprometendo sua confiabilidade e legitimidade. O impacto da IA na autonomia docente também é preocupante, uma vez que o uso excessivo de ferramentas tecnológicas pode reduzir a autoridade e a criatividade dos professores, promovendo práticas padronizadas. Além disso, a dependência de IA pode enfraquecer as relações pedagógicas, substituindo interações humanas por máquinas, com possíveis prejuízos ao desenvolvimento emocional e social dos estudantes. Assim, a adoção de IA na educação básica requer princípios éticos claros, priorizando a proteção de dados, a inclusão, a transparência e o fortalecimento das relações humanas, para garantir uma educação mais justa, eficiente e humanizada.
As contribuições da Escola de Valparaíso para o ensino de arquitetura: poéticas e práticas pedagógicas
Authors: Gonçalves Alexandre Ribeiro , Boaventura Deusa Maria Rodrigues , Pereira Pedro Henrique Máximo , Boaventura Carolina Rodrigues
Published: December 2024

O artigo examina o legado pedagógico e arquitetônico da Escola de Arquitetura e Design da Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Valparaíso no Chile, destacando sua influência na cultura arquitetônica contemporânea do país. A pesquisa aborda as práticas inovadoras da Escola, que combinam uma visão poética e fenomenológica do projeto arquitetônico, valorizando o uso de materiais locais e a interpretação das paisagens naturais em um percurso simbólico pelo “Mar Interior” da América. Entre suas metodologias estão os Atos Poéticos, as Travessias e as construções coletivas em Ciudad Abierta, uma comunidade experimental que desafia normas convencionais e propõe uma renovação na maneira de interagir com o território e suas dinâmicas culturais. Em diálogo de afinidades e similaridades propositivas com iniciativas como o Rural Studio, nos Estados Unidos, e inspirando outras escolas de arquitetura, como a da Universidade de Talca, no Chile, a Escola de Valparaíso oferece um ensino reflexivo e comprometido com a conexão entre o local e o universal. O estudo conclui que, ao longo de mais de 70 anos, essas práticas evoluíram, consolidando a Escola como um espaço de inovação poética e compromisso social na América Latina, onde a arquitetura e o contexto cultural se encontram em uma visão humanista e comunitária.
Entre desafios e saberes: uma jornada pelas escolas do campo de Santa Maria (RS) com educadores e diretores
Authors: Sudati Larissa Schlottfeldt , Müller Liziany , Sudati Victor Antocheves , Zimmermann Luciane Schlottfeldt , Siqueira Junara Villanova , Pontelli Débora da Cunha Mostardeiro , Wrasse Giovani Luciano , Silva Mariangela Amaral e
Published: December 2024

Este estudo buscou compreender as percepções de educadores e diretores de 10 escolas do campo situadas em áreas rurais no município de Santa Maria, Rio Grande do Sul. Utilizando uma abordagem qualitativa de estudo de caso, foram identificados desafios, como a falta de renovação na força de trabalho e a necessidade de atrair profissionais jovens. A relação entre formação acadêmica e conhecimento das Diretrizes Operacionais da Educação do Campo indicou a necessidade de ajustes nos currículos de formação de educadores. A inclusão de temas locais no currículo e a participação da comunidade foram destacadas como estratégias relevantes. A análise da migração rural-urbana evidenciou respostas diversificadas dos educadores. A integração dos saberes locais no projeto político-pedagógico e parcerias com universidades foram consideradas práticas positivas. A melhoria do transporte para os educandos foi ressaltada. Conclui-se que, apesar dos desafios, a Educação do Campo em Santa Maria demonstra excelência educacional e diversidade de práticas pedagógicas, destacando a importância de políticas sensíveis às especificidades do campo. Essas conclusões contribuem para a formulação de políticas educacionais mais eficazes e inclusivas para as escolas do campo em Santa Maria.
Abordagem diagnóstica de lesões cerebrais em imagens de ressonância magnética por IA
Authors: Tavares Almir Rodrigues , Franco Thiago de Souza , Oliveira Cleber Silva de , Silva Robson Rodrigues da , Martini Silvia Cristina , Farez Mauricio , Boschi Silvia Regina Matos da Silva , Rocha Antonio Jose da , Bissaco Marcia Aparecida Silva
Published: December 2024

O uso da Inteligência Artificial (IA) no processamento de imagens médicas, especialmente na Ressonância Magnética (RM), tem mostrado avanços significativos nos últimos anos, particularmente na segmentação de lesões em doenças como a esclerose múltipla. Este artigo explora como os modelos de aprendizado profundo (DL), especificamente as redes neurais convolucionais (CNNs), estão sendo integrados aos processos diagnósticos para melhorar a precisão e a tomada de decisões clínicas. Ferramentas de IA estão sendo cada vez mais utilizadas para identificar e acompanhar mudanças nas lesões cerebrais, potencialmente reativando ou progredindo em doenças como a esclerose múltipla. Apesar da grande promessa, desafios ainda persistem em termos de generalização, variabilidade dos dados e interpretabilidade dos modelos de IA em ambientes clínicos. Esta pesquisa oferece uma visão geral das metodologias utilizadas na segmentação de lesões, examina as vantagens e limitações das aplicações de IA na prática médica e reflete sobre sua futura integração nos fluxos de trabalho diagnósticos para condições como a esclerose múltipla (EM).
Anadolu’da Reklamın İzini Sürmek: Çankırı’da Duygu Gazetesi Üzerine Bir İnceleme
Authors: Dereli Aytaç Burak
Published: December 2024

Reklamın tarihsel bir metin niteliğine sahip olması ve toplumsal dönüşümün bir aracı olduğu varsayımıyla hareket eden bu çalışma, Türk reklamcılığı açısından “Çankırı’da Duygu Gazetesi’nde” yer alan reklam denemelerinin genel niteliklerini ortaya koymayı amaçlamaktadır. Çankırı’da Duygu Gazetesi’nde yayımlanan ilk ticari reklam içeriği, ilk kamu spotu ve ilk ticari ilanın biçimsel niteliklerinin neler olduğu, ticari reklam denemelerinin nasıl gerçekleştiği, kamu spotlarının temalarının neler olduğu ve ne yönde mesaj verdiği, ticari ilanların içeriklerinin nasıl şekillendiği ve reklam denemelerinin Çankırı ticari yaşantısı ve kültürel yapısı hakkında nasıl bilgi verdiği araştırılmıştır. Bu çalışma, nitel araştırma yöntemi kullanılarak gerçekleştirilmiş ve veri analizi sürecinde doküman analizi tekniği kullanılmıştır. Çankırı’da Duygu Gazetesi’ne ilişkin reklam denemelerine yönelik incelemeler, 9 Birinci Teşrin (Ekim) 1930 tarihinde yayımlanan ilk sayısından 404. sayısının yayımlandığı 19 İkinci Teşrin (Kasım) 1938 tarihine kadar yayımlanan gazetelerin tamamını kapsamaktadır. Yayımlanan reklam denemeleri; ticari reklamlar, kamu spotları ve ticari ilanlar şeklinde kategorize edilmiştir. İncelenen reklam denemelerinin %17,1’i ticari reklam içeriği, %74,3’ü kamu spotu ve %8,6’sı ticari ilandır. Ticari reklamların genel niteliklerinin bilgilendirme amacıyla hazırlandıkları, ürün ve adres bilgisine yer verildiği, yalnızca Latin harfleri ile metinlerden oluşturulduğu, çerçeve süslemelerine yer verildiği ve resim, karikatür ve fotoğraf kullanılmadığı görülmektedir. Aynı şekilde ticari ilanların ticari reklamlar gibi metinlerden oluştuğu, ticari reklamlara oranla daha az yer kapladığı, daha az sayıda olduğu ve ürün içerikli hazırlandığı söylenilebilir. Kamu spotlarının ise kısa ve öz bir mesaj vermek için doğrudan davranış değişikliği amacıyla yayımlandığı görülmektedir. Ticari reklamlar fotoğrafçılık, berber, spor kulübü, terzi ve dershane sektörü tarafından verilmiştir. Bu sektörlerin tümü arzulanan yeni insan modeli için yeni alanlardır ve yeni bir yaşam biçimini kapsamaktadır. Bu reklamların ilan formuna daha yakın fakat birer reklam denemesi olduğu söylenebilir. Kamu spotlarının temaları ulus devlet, Türkçülük, yerli malı, tasarruf, kamu kuruluşlarına destek, gençlik, spor ve sağlık temaları ile oluşturulduğu görülmektedir. Kamu spotlarının yeni bir yaşam biçimi ve ideoloji sunduğu düşünüldüğünde hedef kitleye dönük yönlendirme işlevini yerine getirdiği söylenebilir. Çalışma sonucunda 1930-1938 dönemine ait ticari reklamlar, kamu spotları ve ticari ilan denemeleri, yeni oluşturulan Türkiye Cumhuriyeti'nin kuruluş misyonu ve vizyonunu yansıtma eğiliminde olduğu ve bu reklam içeriklerinin, toplumun kültürel, toplumsal ve ekonomik dönüşümüne dair amaçlanan mesajların iletilmesi için bir araç olarak kullanıldığı söylenebilir.
New Perspectives on the Function of Han Dynasty Gold Products with a Focus on the Unearthed Gold from the Tomb of the Marquis of Haihun
Authors: Wang Leyao
Published: December 2024

This study focuses on the "Mati Jin" among the gold artifacts of ancient China's Han Dynasty, exploring its significant role and profound influence on social culture, economy, and politics. By integrating archaeological discoveries and historical documents, the study aims to understand the form, production, circulation, and cultural significance of "Mati Jin". The research finds that there are distinct differences in form and use between "Mati Jin" and "Lin Zhi Jin", and the production techniques and circulation time of "Mati Jin" span from the Warring States period to the Han Dynasty. Moreover, "Mati Jin" is not only a reward for vassal kings but also has multiple functions such as currency circulation, storage means, and contributions. With the continuous advancement of archaeological technology and the emergence of new discoveries, new perspectives and evidence have been provided for the study of "Mati Jin", promoting a deeper understanding in the academic community.
Policies, Problems and Solutions of Green Finance Development in China under the “Dual Carbon” Strategy
Authors: Zheng Rui
Published: December 2024

Given the ongoing challenges of global climate change, China, as a responsible nation, is committed to achieving the “Dual Carbon” objectives. This includes reaching “Carbon peak1”, which refers to the highest allowable level of carbon emission, by 2030, and attaining “Carbon neutrality2”, which includes fully offsetting carbon emissions by 2060. Green Finance is essential for advancing this policy, and plays an important role in promoting green and low-carbon economic development. While China has made notable progress in Green Finance in recent years, it continues to encounter several challenges, such as inconsistent standards, insufficient product innovation, an imperfect risk assessment system, and a low level of marketization. This essay puts forward a series of countermeasures and recommendations: First, enhance the green financial Standard System by formulating unified standards to improve market credibility and operational transparency. Secondly, boost the innovation of green financial products by introducing more diversified products to meet the market demand. Thirdly, establish a risk assessment framework, such as utilizing a scientific approach to assess environmental benefits and financial risks of green projects; and lastly, advance the market-driven growth of Green Finance, including reducing the dependence on policy and stimulating market activities. Implementing these strategies will support the formation of sustained and healthy development of Green Finance in China, and increase the effectiveness in achieving the “Dual Carbon” goal, along with the transformation to a sustainable economy.
Musicality without Humanity
Authors: Gamba Marco , Torti Valeria
Published: December 2024

Dopo anni in cui lo studio delle abilità musicali in specie diverse dall’uomo è stato sporadico, l'indagine su questi elementi costitutivi (ad esempio, ritmo, variazione di frequenza) ha ricevuto un nuovo impulso. Utilizzando l’approccio comparativo, gli studi degli ultimi anni hanno dimostrato come l’indagine sul ritmo nelle manifestazioni vocali delle specie di primati possa dare risultati sorprendenti che ci aiutano a far luce sui fattori che possono aver agito come pressioni selettive nel corso dell'evoluzione dell'albero dei primati. Questo contributo si propone di passare in rassegna gli studi condotti nell'ultimo decennio sui primati e di capire come questi possano essere utili per ricostruire una filogenesi di alcune delle abilità che permettono all'uomo di fare musica.
Current vaccine candidate of toxoplasmosis
Authors: WOLDEGERIMA Eden , GETACHEW Fasika , MISGANAW Meseret , MESFIN Yohannes , BELETE Debaka , SISAY Tekeba , BERHANE Nega
Published: December 2024

Toxoplasma gondii is an intracellular protozoan parasite belonging from the phylum Apicomplexa, known for causing toxoplasmosis. The disease has a global presence, affecting about one-third of the world’s population. The parasite infects various intermediate hosts, including humans and other warm-blooded mammals, with cats serving as the definitive hosts. Its life cycle is complex, featuring a sexual phase in the definitive host and an asexual phase in intermediate hosts. Toxoplasmosis can leads severe neurologic, ocular, and systemic diseases in neonates and immunocompromised individuals. In immunocompetent individuals, the infection is typically asymptomatic, forming dormant tissue cysts in immune-privileged sites such as the muscles and brain. During pregnancy, toxoplasmosis poses significant health risks, potentially causing severe birth defects or miscarriage, and a major concern for immunocompromised hosts. Current control measures are inadequate, highlighting the need for effective vaccines. The initial host defense against T. gondii occurs at the intestinal mucosa, where cytokines and chemokines released by intestinal epithelial cells facilitate the migration of inflammatory cells, including macrophages, neutrophils, and dendritic cells. Developing a vaccine that can enhance this mucosal immunity is crucial for preventing toxoplasmosis. Therefore, the development of vaccines against T.gondii is a promising alternative mechanism to prevent toxoplasmosis. This review aims to present the current status of vaccine candidates against Toxoplasma gondii.
Socio-economic Factors Influencing Grade 12 Accounting Learners’ Performance in the Eswatini General Certificate Secondary Examination
Authors: Mkhize Msizi Vitalis , Mtshali Muntuwenkosi , Sithebe Khumbuzile , Aliamutu Kansilembo Freddy , Adelaide Msomi Xolisile
Published: December 2024

This study examined the influence of socio-economic factors on Grade 12 Accounting learners’ performance in the Eswatini Accounting General Certificate Secondary Examination (GCSE). An explanatory sequential, mixed-methods design was used. For the quantitative component of the study stratified random sampling was used to obtain a sample of 400 Accounting learners and 80 Accounting teachers. Questionnaires were used to collected quantitative data, which was analysed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 27.  Purposive sampling was used to select 12 Accounting learners and 8 Accounting teachers for the qualitative component. Interviews were used to generate quantitative data which was analysed thematically. The study found that socio-economic factors that negatively influenced learners’ performance in Grade 12 Accounting GCSE in Eswatini included parents’ lack of interest and involvement in their children’s learning, as well as the family’s socio-economic status (income and background), with poverty and overcrowded living conditions playing a role. The study raises awareness of the socio-economic factors that are likely to influence learners’ academic performance in Grade 12 Accounting in emerging economies. To mitigate these factors, the researchers recommend that parents or guardians allocate a regular time and dedicated space at home for their child to do their homework and discuss their child’s progress regularly with their child’s teacher as strategies to support their child’s learning.
Heterotopic Ossification After Shoulder Arthroplasty: A Systematic Review
Authors: Nadeem Fahad A. , Hayes Caleb V. , Jones James R. , Hargreaves Mathew D. , Brabston Eugene W. , Casp Aaron J. , Momaya Amit M. , Evely Thomas B.
Published: December 2024

Introduction:

Shoulder arthroplasty is increasing in incidence over time. One potential complication that is not well studied following shoulder arthroplasty is heterotopic ossification (HO), the abnormal growth of extraskeletal bone in soft tissue. HO has been described as a complication in total hip arthroplasty literature but less described in the setting of shoulder arthroplasty. The aim of this systematic review is to present available evidence regarding the incidence, risk factors, and potential management of HO after shoulder arthroplasty.

Methods:

A systematic search was conducted in June 2023 using Pubmed, Embase, and Ovid Medline databases to retrieve all relevant studies evaluating the occurrence of HO after shoulder arthroplasty. The search was done in duplicate, and a quality assessment of all studies was included.

Results:

A total of 170 studies were retrieved, of which 6 were included, involving 1,028 patients undergoing shoulder arthroplasty with 1,038 operated shoulders. HO developed postoperatively in 28% of the included shoulders and was symptomatic in 12% with most cases occurring in shoulders that developed osteoarthritis and cuff tear arthropathy. Men appear to have an increased risk of developing HO post shoulder arthroplasty. Fewer than 2% of HO shoulders went on to have revision surgery, and no notable differences were observed in the postoperative mean elevation and external rotation angles of non-HO and HO shoulders. In addition, no reported benefit of the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs was found against the formation of HO after shoulder arthroplasty.

Conclusion:

HO occurs in 28% of shoulder arthroplasties in our review. Most of these were asymptomatic in the reviewed articles. Male patients and revision surgery with osteoarthritis and cuff tear arthroplasty seem to be at higher risk of developing HO post shoulder arthroplasty. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs seem to not prevent the development of HO after shoulder arthroplasty; yet, future studies are needed to verify this claim.

Level of Evidence:

Level III; Systematic Review.
Kemampuan Koneksi Matematis Mahasiswa pada Materi Aplikasi Barisan dan Deret dalam Ekonomi dan Bisnis
Authors: Sulisti Hidayu
Published: December 2024

This study aims to identify the level of mathematical connection skills of students on the application material of rows and series in economics and business, and analyze the factors that influence it. This research is a descriptive research with a survey form. The research subjects were 1st semester students of IAIN Pontianak's Sharia Economics Study Program who had taken the course on the application of arithmetic ranks and series in economics and business.  The procedure in this research consists of 3 stages, namely: 1) Preparation stage, 2) Implementation stage, 3) The final stage. The results of this study indicate that the mathematical connection skills of sharia economics students of IAIN Pontianak on the application material of rows and series in economics and business still need to be improved. Some students were able to answer all the questions correctly, but most were only able to answer some of the questions or none of them were correct. This shows that students' understanding of this material is very diverse. Some factors that may contribute to this result include: learning approach, lack of practice, perception of mathematics, and limited resources. To overcome this problem, various efforts are needed from both lecturers and students. Thus, it is hoped that students can be better prepared to face challenges in the world of work that require critical and analytical thinking skills.
Post-Disaster Recovery: Enhancing Vocabulary Mastery Through Educaplay in English Teaching
Authors: Fitri Syarifah Hayatul , Mahmudah Rifa’atul , Hasnah Indah Nurul , Hendriani Suswati
Published: December 2024

Jorong Dusun Tuo is one of the villages affected by flash floods in May 2024, which caused huge losses to the local community, including trauma for victims. For this reason, the Community Service Team together with the Sumatra Volunteer Foundation carried out recovery activities in the form of teaching English. The focus of the activity is teaching vocabulary. Vocabulary is the key to mastering the language, but the memorisation method has not been able to improve students' vocabulary mastery. For this reason, a digital game, Educaplay, is used in teaching activities to improve students' vocabulary mastery. This activity was conducted 8 times with quantitative methods with a pre-experimental approach. Based on the posttest results, it was found that the use of the digital game, Educaplay, can improve learners' vocabulary mastery. This can be seen from the pretest average value is 75.33 while after receiving treatment, the average value increases to 87.78. Therefore, this service activity can improve their mastery of English vocabulary and heal the psychological condition of the children of Jorong Dusun Tuo
Caracterización ecológica de la herpetofauna en el Parque Natural Regional Las Tángaras en El Carmen de Atrato, Chocó, Colombia
Authors:   Universidad de Antioquia, Patiño-Ocampo Eliza , García Mejía Mateo ,   Universidad CES, Aguirre De la Hoz Aura Carolina ,   Fundación ProAves, Toro Juan Lázaro ,   Fundación ProAves
Published: December 2024

Los bosques de montaña ubicados en la vertiente de la Cordillera Occidental hacia el Chocó biogeográfico colombiano, se caracterizan por poseer una alta diversidad y endemismo de plantas, aves y anfibios, siendo esta una región de gran importancia para la conservación de la biodiversidad en Colombia. El Parque Natural Regional PNR Las Tángaras declarado en enero de 2024 por la autoridad ambiental CODECHOCÓ, posee bosques y otras coberturas naturales en muy buen estado de conservación, en un amplio rango altitudinal, convirtiéndose en un área crucial para la protección de la herpetofauna local. En este estudio se evaluó la estructura y composición de los ensamblajes de anfibios y reptiles en cuatro coberturas vegetales: bosque denso (BD), vegetación secundaria o en transición (VS), pastos enmalezados (PE) y mosaico de pastos con espacios naturales (MPEN). Se llevaron a cabo muestreos diurnos y nocturnos utilizando métodos de búsqueda libre y sin restricción, incluyendo encuentros visuales y registros auditivos a lo largo de transectos libres en cada cobertura vegetal. Los resultados revelaron la presencia de 26 especies de anfibios y 14 especies de reptiles. Asimismo, se resalta la presencia de 13 especies de herpetos endémicos para Colombia. Estos hallazgos demuestran la importancia del PNR Las Tángaras como un refugio para la biodiversidad y enfatiza la necesidad de su adecuado manejo, al igual que fortalecer la investigación con este y otros grupos de la biodiversidad.
Factors affecting on contraceptive use in a sample of married women attending primary Health care centers in Mosul city
Authors: Taqi Fahad Myasar Mohammed
Published: December 2024

Background: Family planning, enhancing mother and child health outcomes, and promoting sustainable development objectives all depend heavily on the use of contraceptives.
Objectives: This study investigates the factors affecting contraceptive use among married women attending primary health care centers in Mosul city.
Methods: A sample of 204 participants was selected, with data collected through face-to-face interviews to ensure unbiased responses.
Results: The demographic analysis revealed that the majority of participants were aged 30-39 years (49.5%) and had attained higher education, with 53.4% being university graduates. The findings indicated that 51.0% of the women reported using contraceptives. The study emphasizes the critical role of family planning in preventing unintended pregnancies, promoting women's health, and reducing maternal and newborn mortality.
Conclusions: By identifying the socio-demographic characteristics associated with contraceptive use, this research aims to inform public health strategies and improve access to reproductive health services in the region. The results align with existing literature on the importance of education and socio-economic status in influencing contraceptive practices, highlighting the need for targeted interventions to enhance family planning services in Mosul and similar contexts.
EMPREENDEDORISMO ACADÊMICO E FATORES DETERMINANTES PARA A CRIAÇÃO DE SPINOFFS: UMA REVISÃO SISTEMÁTICA DA LITERATURA
Authors: Sousa Gerardo Pereira de , Fabris Jonas Pedro , Lima Francisco Valdivino Rocha
Published: December 2024

O empreendedorismo acadêmico exerce um papel fundamental no sistema de inovação das universidades, pois contribui para os avanços tecnológicos e para a difusão de conhecimentos por meio dos processos de patenteamento, de licenciamento e, também, da criação de spinoffs como instrumentos de transferência de tecnologia, com forte relação com o desenvolvimento econômico. Diante disso, este artigo tem como objetivo analisar sistematicamente a literatura a fim de identificar estudos primários que abordem processos, modelos e fatores determinantes para a criação de spinoffs acadêmicas. Para isso, foram analisados 45 artigos indexados na Web Of Science e selecionados a partir de uma string de busca e o uso de critérios de inclusão e exclusão criados com base na metodologia para revisão sistemática. Os resultados revelaram que são diversos os fatores determinantes para a criação de spinoffs acadêmicas nas universidades, incluindo: a presença de regras para exploração comercial da pesquisa, políticas institucionais de fomento ao empreendedorismo, orientação empreendedora dos pesquisadores e regulamentos de propriedade intelectual. Este estudo é cientificamente relevante porque consolida e organiza o conhecimento disperso sobre esses fatores para fornecer uma visão abrangente das pesquisas desenvolvidas nessa área, com o intuito de subsidiar estudantes, pesquisadores e gestores acadêmicos no desenvolvimento de políticas voltadas para o incentivo ao empreendedorismo. acadêmico e a transferência de tecnologia por meio da criação de spinoffs.
MUDANÇAS E DESAFIOS DOCENTES E DISCENTES NA EDUCAÇÃO COM AS TECNOLOGIAS DIGITAIS
Authors: Pereira Maria Cláudia Araujo
Published: December 2024

A revolução digital tem transformado profundamente a sociedade e, com isso, a educação também se encontra em um processo de mudanças. Este artigo aborda as principais mudanças e desafios enfrentados por docentes e discentes no uso de tecnologias digitais no contexto educacional. A utilização dessas tecnologias, embora repleta de oportunidades, também apresenta obstáculos significativos que devem ser superados. A formação contínua de professores e os investimentos em infraestrutura tecnológica são essenciais para integrar essas inovações de forma eficaz.
QUANTIFICAÇÃO DAS PARTÍCULAS NO CANTEIRO DE OBRAS E NA PRODUÇÃO DE CONCRETO
Authors: Mancini Simone , Sales Tamires da Silva Israel , Dias Luís Eduardo Silveira , Tiradentes Eduardo Tadeu , Tavares Dennis Santos , Marciano Thiago , Paula Valéria Aparecida de , Ribeiro David Augusto
Published: December 2024

É possível observar no ambiente de canteiro de obras da construção civil um grande número de partículas, que são agentes nocivos à saúde do trabalhador. Essas partículas podem estar presentes, dentre outros, na utilização e manuseio do concreto, bem como, nos demais ambientes da obra. Quando ocorre exposição excessiva à essas partículas no ambiente de trabalho, podem ocorrer patologias no sistema respiratório que causam danos irreparáveis a saúde. Esse tipo de exposição pode resultar em uma patologia pulmonar denominada Silicose, patologia essa incurável e preocupante no que tange a trabalhos em que há exposição há partículas suspensas no ar. Considerando esses fatores, esse trabalho tem o objetivo de mensurar o número de partículas suspensas presentes no ambiente de trabalho ligado a construção civil, nas proximidades de locais onde há manuseio de cimento para produção de concreto e também em obras sem a presença de concretagem no momento de coleta de amostras. Foram coletados dados em 4 obras diferentes escolhidas de forma aleatória, onde 1 obra sem concretagem e 3 obras com concretagens de sapatas, pilares e vigas de forro juntamente com a laje. Para cada obra foi coletado o número de 10 amostras, a temperatura ambiente nos devidos intervalos amostrais e constatadas as dimensões de 0.3μm, 0.5 μm, 1.0 μm, 2.5 μm, 5.0 μm e 10 μm. Considerando o iminente perigo da exposição a esses ambientes, esse trabalho visa trazer informações relevantes sobre o tema elucidado.
A CONTEXTUALIZAÇÃO COMO FERRAMENTA DIDÁTICA NA PRÁTICA DE ENSINO E FORMAÇÃO DE PROFESSORES
Authors: Oliveira Noélia Carvalho de , Amado Laura Carolline Fernandes Alves , Carneiro Fernanda Santos , Araújo Ginaldo Cardoso de
Published: December 2024

Este artigo é uma revisão bibliográfica com abordagem qualitativa que apresenta uma reflexão sobre o processo de contextualização no âmbito educacional. Tem como objetivo analisar o conceito do termo contextualização em documentos orientadores da educação brasileira, destacando sua importância na formação de professores e na prática de ensino. A análise de documentos oficiais da educação como a LDB nº 9.394/96 e a Base Nacional Comum Curricular, dentre outros, demonstrou que a ideia da contextualização do ensino não é algo novo, apesar de estar presente em documentos curriculares oficiais recentes. Além disso, evidenciou que a necessidade de contextualização no ensino e na formação dos professores vem sendo discutida e reconhecida como uma importante ferramenta para a construção do conhecimento, contribuindo para a formação crítica e reflexiva do estudante.
Forging an easier path through graduation: Improving the patient transition from paediatric to adult critical care
Authors: Warrillow Stephen , Gelbart Ben , Stevens Jess , Baikie Gordon , Howard Mark E
Published: December 2024

Adolescence and the journey to adulthood involves exciting opportunities as well as psychosocial stress for young people growing up. These normal experiences are potentially magnified for teenagers living with chronic illness or disability and their families. Advances in care have improved survival for children with a variety of serious chronic medical conditions such that many who may once have died in childhood now survive well into adulthood with ongoing morbidity. For those with highly complex needs, care is often provided at major paediatric hospitals with expertise, specially trained personnel, and resources to support young people and their families for the first decades of life. At the end of adolescence, however, it is generally appropriate and necessary for young adults and their caregivers to transition to the care of clinicians trained in the care of adults at general hospitals. While there are some well-managed models to support this journey of transition, these are often specific to certain conditions and usually do not involve intensive care. Many patients may encounter considerable challenges during this period. Difficulties may include the loss of established therapeutic relationships, a perception of austerity and reduced amenity in facilities oriented to caring for adult patients, and care by clinicians with less experience with more common paediatric conditions. In addition, there is a risk of potential conflict between clinicians and families regarding goals of care in the event of a critical illness when it occurs in a young adult with major disability and long-term health issues. These challenges present genuine opportunities to better understand the transition from paediatric to adult-based care and to improve processes that assist clinicians who support patients and families as they shift between healthcare settings.
Current role of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation for the management of trauma patients: Indications and results
Authors: Abdulrahman Mohammed , Makki Maryam , Bentaleb Malak , Altamimi Dana Khamis , Ribeiro Junior Marcelo AF
Published: December 2024

Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) has emerged as a vital circulatory life support measure for patients with critical cardiac or pulmonary conditions unresponsive to conventional therapies. ECMO allows blood to be extracted from a patient and introduced to a machine that oxygenates blood and removes carbon dioxide. This blood is then reintroduced into the patient’s circulatory system. This process makes ECMO essential for treating various medical conditions, both as a standalone therapy and as adjuvant therapy. Veno-venous (VV) ECMO primarily supports respiratory function and indicates respiratory distress. Simultaneously, veno-arterial (VA) ECMO provides hemodynamic and respiratory support and is suitable for cardiac-related complications. This study reviews recent literature to elucidate the evolving role of ECMO in trauma care, considering its procedural intricacies, indications, contraindications, and associated complications. Notably, the use of ECMO in trauma patients, particularly for acute respiratory distress syndrome and cardiogenic shock, has demonstrated promising outcomes despite challenges such as anticoagulation management and complications such as acute kidney injury, bleeding, thrombosis, and hemolysis. Some studies have shown that VV ECMO was associated with significantly higher survival rates than conventional mechanical ventilation, whereas other studies have reported that VA ECMO was associated with lower survival rates than VV ECMO. ECMO plays a critical role in managing trauma patients, particularly those with acute respiratory failure. Further research is necessary to explore the full potential of ECMO in trauma care. Clinicians should have a clear understanding of the indications and contraindications for the use of ECMO to maximize its benefits in treating trauma patients.