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NEUROCIÊNCIA E TECNOLOGIA NO AMBIENTE EDUCACIONAL: ABORDAGENS E DESAFIOS PARA O ENSINO MODERNO
Authors: Brito Jaqueline Maria Romão de Araújo , Brugnera Elisângela Dias , Silva Zenaide Araújo da , Araújo Enith Romão de , Domingos Eliane Romão de Araújo , Dias Maria Angélica Dornelles
Published: August 2024

Este estudo explorou a integração de tecnologias educacionais no contexto da neurociência para melhorar as práticas pedagógicas e potencializar a aprendizagem. O objetivo principal foi investigar como o uso de tecnologias inovadoras, apoiadas pelos avanços em neurociência, pode enriquecer a experiência educacional e torná-la mais adaptativa e inclusiva. A metodologia adotada envolveu uma pesquisa bibliográfica, conforme os parâmetros estabelecidos por Cervo e Bervian (2002), focando na análise de literatura científica que discute a convergência entre tecnologia, educação e neurociência. Autores chave como Vygotsky (1989), Vandervert (2017), e Vasconcellos (2021) forneceram entendimentos sobre a importância da mediação social no aprendizado e as contribuições da neurociência para entender a funcionalidade cerebral no contexto educacional. O estudo destacou que a incorporação consciente de recursos tecnológicos, quando alinhada ao entendimento neurocientífico, facilita práticas educativas que respondem melhor às necessidades dos alunos. A análise revelou que tais práticas não só aumentam o engajamento e a participação dos alunos, mas também promovem uma aprendizagem mais profunda e significativa. Em conclusão, o artigo sublinha a necessidade de uma abordagem educacional que integre tecnologia e neurociência de forma sinérgica, sugerindo que tal integração é crucial para o desenvolvimento de um ambiente educacional mais eficaz e inclusivo.
DOENÇA CELÍACA: DIAGNÓSTICO, TRATAMENTO E DESAFIOS NA PRÁTICA CLÍNICA
Authors: Barcelos Carolina Gonçalves , Mendes Evelyn Botrel , Barreto Carla Knopp , Ferreira Julia Caramatti , Fernandes Julia Pitangueira Cardoso , Santos Rogê Pacheco dos , Furukawa Livia Verdinasse , Costa Lucas Pinheiro , Barroso João Paulo Damato Dias , Silva João Marcos , Nunes Larissa Martins Carvalho Mesquita , Almeida Luiza Figueiredo Ribeiro
Published: August 2024

A doença celíaca é uma enteropatia crônica resultante da intolerância permanente ao glúten, uma proteína presente no trigo, cevada e centeio. É desencadeada por mecanismos autoimunes em indivíduos geneticamente predispostos, resultando em uma ampla gama de manifestações clínicas que regridem com a exclusão do glúten da dieta. Com uma prevalência global de aproximadamente 1%, a doença apresenta-se de forma variável, incluindo sintomas gastrointestinais clássicos, manifestações extraintestinais e formas assintomáticas, o que torna seu diagnóstico desafiador. O diagnóstico envolve uma combinação de exames sorológicos, biópsia intestinal e avaliação clínica. Avanços nos marcadores sorológicos, como anticorpos anti-transglutaminase tecidual  e anticorpos para o peptídeo gliadina deaminada, têm melhorado a precisão diagnóstica. O tratamento consiste em uma dieta sem glúten  permanente, que é desafiadora devido às contaminações inadvertidas. O acompanhamento com nutricionistas e gastroenterologistas é essencial para a adesão à dieta e a prevenção de deficiências nutricionais. Pesquisas estão em andamento para desenvolver novas terapias que complementam a dieta sem glúten e melhorem a qualidade de vida dos pacientes celíacos.
A PROTEÇÃO À PROPRIEDADE FAMILIAR E A PEQUENA E MÉDIA PROPRIEDADE
Authors: Resplande Carlos Miguel Araújo , Rezende Paulo Izidio da Silva
Published: August 2024

Desde sua origem, a sociedade brasileira está marcada pelo grande volume de propriedades rurais, as quais possuem tamanhos diversos e são regulamentadas não apenas pela Constituição Federal do Brasil mas também por leis especiais, dentre as quais o Estatuto da Terra e a Lei da Reforma Agrária. Inúmeras são as questões que envolvem os bens relacionados ao direito agrário, partindo principalmente da importância em haver segurança no desempenho dessa atividade econômica, o que ocorre essencialmente com o fornecimento de garantias para os trabalhadores e pequenos produtores rurais. Por ser matéria que envolve não apenas o direito à propriedade, mas também possui relação com a função social a que se destina e à necessidade de proteção ambiental, esta pesquisa jurídica visa sanar as dúvidas que cercam os imóveis rurais de menor expressão territorial, quais sejam as chamadas as propriedades familiares, as pequenas e médias propriedades e a proteção dada a elas pela legislação em vigor. O objetivo geral apresentado deverá ser alcançado através da pesquisa bibliográfica a ser desenvolvida ao longo do ano de 2023, com transcrição de textos legais, entendimentos de doutrinadores e jurisprudências, selecionados através de análise qualitativa do material bibliográfico selecionado. Ao final, o resultado esperado consistirá na publicação de um artigo científico em uma revista jurídica de importância nacional, para que seja utilizada não apenas pelos profissionais juristas, mas também acessível a qualquer indivíduo interessado pelo assunto.
Genetic analysis of platelet-derived growth factor receptor-like gene (PDGFRL) polymorphism and melanin traits in Lanping black-boned sheep (Ovis aries)
Authors: Yue Dan , Peng Chaochao , Memon Sameeullah , Iqbal Azeem , Xiong Heli , He Xiaoming , Lu Ying , Deng Weidong
Published: August 2024

Abstract. In the intricate tapestry of Yunnan Province's biodiversity, the Lanping black-boned sheep (LPBB) emerges as a captivating enigma, distinguished by its profound melanin pigmentation adorning both its skin and its internal organs. Initially cataloged in the 1950s within the confines of Lanping County, this exceptional mammalian species presents a scarcity and uniqueness that extends beyond its geographic origins. Here, we collected 100 blood samples from Lanping black-boned sheep along with 50 samples each from Lanping normal sheep (LPN) and Huize normal sheep (HZN), all sourced from Yunnan Province. Our investigation focused on the association between the platelet-derived growth factor receptor-like gene (PDGFRL) polymorphism and the distinctive melanin characteristics observed in Lanping black-boned sheep. Utilizing UV–visible spectrophotometry, we assessed the melanin indexes present, such as tyrosinase activity and true melanin in the sheep blood, and the results demonstrated a significant elevation in melanin indexes for Lanping black-boned sheep compared to the control group (P<0.05). We also identified three synonymous mutation sites within a partial 1128 bp exon fragment of the gene-encoding PDGFRL (EX2-G408A, EX5-T184C, and EX5-G222T). Notably, Lanping black-boned sheep, harboring genotypes GG, TT, and GG at these specific sites, showcased a pronounced surge in tyrosinase activity, eumelanin / total melanin ratios, and plasma colorimetric values when contrasted with the control group (P<0.05). The discernment of GG, TT, and GG as the prevailing genotypes at their respective genetic loci in Lanping black-boned sheep heralds a breakthrough in our understanding of the genetic markers associated with black pigmentation. However, all three loci are silent mutations and do not alter the phenotypic changes. Whether they affect changes in melanin content through other metabolic pathways requires further study. In conclusion, the PDGFRL gene was silenced by mutations in our study and affected blood melanin levels. However, the gene did not undergo a missense mutation that altered the phenotypic changes, and the exact channel through which the changes in melanin content were affected needs to be further verified.
Using eddy covariance observations to determine the carbon sequestration characteristics of subalpine forests in the Qinghai–Tibet Plateau
Authors: Zhu Niu , Wang Jinniu , Luo Dongliang , Wang Xufeng , Shen Cheng , Wu Ning
Published: August 2024

Abstract. Subalpine forests are a crucial component of the carbon cycling system in the Qinghai–Tibet Plateau (QTP). However, there are currently significant data gaps in the QTP, and it is essential to enhance continuous monitoring of forest carbon absorption processes in the future. This study investigates 2 years' carbon exchange dynamics of a subalpine forest on the QTP using an eddy covariance method. We first characterized the seasonal carbon dynamics of the subalpine forest, revealing the higher carbon dioxide (CO2) exchange rates in summer and autumn and lower rates in winter and spring, and found that autumn is the peak period for carbon sequestration in this subalpine forest, with the maximum measured value of CO2 absorption reaching 10.70 µmol m−2 s−1. Subsequently, we examined the environmental factors influencing the carbon sequestration function. Principal component analysis (PCA) shows that photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) was the major environmental factor driving the net ecosystem exchange (NEE) of CO2, significantly influencing forest carbon absorption, and the increase in relative humidity decreases the rate of carbon fixation. In addition, we explored NEE and its influencing factors at the regional scale and found that air temperature promotes carbon dioxide absorption (negative NEE values), while the average annual precipitation shows a minor effect on NEE. At the annual scale, the subalpine forest functions as a strong carbon sink, with an average NEE of −332 to −351 g C m−2 (from November 2020 to October 2022). Despite the challenges of climate change, forests remain robust carbon sinks with the highest carbon sequestration capacity in the QTP, with an average annual CO2 absorption rate of 368 g C m−2. This study provides valuable insights into the carbon cycling mechanism in subalpine ecosystems and the global carbon balance.
Contributions of the synoptic meteorology to the seasonal CCN cycle over the Southern Ocean
Authors: Alinejadtabrizi Tahereh , Huang Yi , Lang Francisco , Siems Steven , Manton Michael , Ackermann Luis , Keywood Melita , Humphries Ruhi , Krummel Paul , Williams Alastair , Ayers Greg
Published: August 2024

Abstract. Cloud Condensation Nuclei (CCN) play a fundamental role in determining the microphysical properties of low-level clouds, crucial for defining the energy budget over the Southern Ocean (SO), a region dominated by low-level clouds. Despite this importance, many aspects of the CCN budget over the SO remains poorly understood including the role of the synoptic meteorology. In this study, we classify the dominant synoptic meteorology over kennaook/Cape Grim Observatory (CGO) and examine its influence on the seasonal variation of the CCN concentration (NCCN). Our analysis identifies six distinct synoptic regimes: three prevalent in the austral winter, when the subtropical ridge (STR) is strong and centred at lower latitudes, and three in the austral summer, when the STR shifts to higher latitudes. Distinct winter and summer ‘baseline’ regimes contribute to the seasonal cycle in NCCN over the SO with the winter baseline regime characterised by heavier precipitation, a deeper boundary layer and lower NCCN. An analysis of air mass back trajectories, specifically at the free troposphere level, supports this distinction, with wintertime baseline airmasses originating over higher latitudes. Across these two baseline regimes we observe a significant inverse relationship between precipitation and NCCN, underscoring the role of precipitation in reducing NCCN over the SO. Using forward trajectories within this synoptic framework, we examine the transport of continental airmasses over the SO, finding that frontal air masses more frequently reach high latitudes during winter. We conclude that the location of the STR can moderate the advection of air masses between Antarctica and kennaook/Cape Grim.
Observation based temperature and freshwater noise over the Atlantic Ocean
Authors: Boot Amber A. , Dijkstra Henk A.
Published: August 2024

Abstract. The ocean is forced at the surface by a heat flux and freshwater flux field from the atmosphere. Short time-scale variability in these fluxes, i.e. noise, can influence long-term ocean variability and might even affect the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC). Often this noise is assumed to be Gaussian, but detailed analyses of its statistics appear to be lacking. Here we study the noise characteristics in reanalysis data for two fields which are commonly used to force ocean-only models: evaporation minus precipitation and 2 m air temperature. We construct several noise models for both fields, and a point wise Normal Inverse Gaussian distribution model shows best performance. An analysis of CMIP6 models shows that these models do a reasonable job in representing the standard deviation and skewness of the noise, but the excess kurtosis is more difficult to capture. The point wise noise model performs better than the CMIP6 models and can be used as forcing in ocean-only models to study, for example, noise-induced transitions of the AMOC.
Absence of causality between seismic activity and global warming
Authors: Verbitsky Mikhail Y. , Mann Michael E. , Volobuev Dmitry
Published: August 2024

Abstract. There is no more consequential scientific matter today than global warming. The societal and policy implications, however, hinge upon the attribution of that warming to human activity and, specifically, continued societal reliance on the burning of fossil fuels. It was recently suggested that this warming could be explained by the non-anthropogenic factor of seismic activity. If that is the case, it would have profound implications. We have assessed the validity of the claim using a statistical technique (the method of conditional dispersion) that evaluates the existence of causal connections between variables, finding no evidence for any causal relationship between seismic activity and global warming.
Exploring patterns in precipitation intensity–duration–area–frequency relationships using weather radar data
Authors: Rosin Talia , Marra Francesco , Morin Efrat
Published: August 2024

Abstract. Accurate estimations of extreme precipitation return levels are critical for many hydrological applications. Extreme precipitation is highly variable in both space and time; therefore, to better understand and manage the related risks, knowledge of their probability at different spatial–temporal scales is crucial. We employ a novel non-asymptotic framework to estimate extreme return levels (up to 100 years) at multiple spatial–temporal scales from weather radar precipitation estimates. The approach reduces uncertainties and enables the use of relatively short archives typical of weather radar data (12 years in this case). We focus on the eastern Mediterranean, an area of high interest due to its sharp climatic gradient, containing Mediterranean, semi-arid, and arid areas across a few tens of kilometres, and its susceptibility to flash flood. At-site intensity–duration–area–frequency relations are derived from radar precipitation data at various scales (10 min–24 h, 0.25–500 km2) across the study area, using ellipses of varying axes and orientations to account for the spatial component of storms. We evaluate our analysis using daily rain gauge data over areas for which sufficiently dense gauge networks are available. We show that extreme return levels derived from radar precipitation data for 24 h and 100 km2 are generally comparable to those derived from averaging daily rain gauge data over a similar areal scale. We then analyse differences in multi-scale extreme precipitation over coastal, mountainous, and desert regions. Our study reveals that the power-law scaling relationship between precipitation and duration (simple scaling) weakens for increasing area sizes. This finding has implications for temporal downscaling. Additionally, precipitation intensity varies significantly for different area sizes at short durations but becomes more similar at long durations, suggesting that, in the region, areal reduction factors may not be necessary for computing return levels over long durations. Furthermore, the reverse orographic effect, which causes decreased precipitation for hourly and sub-hourly durations, diminishes for larger areas. Finally, we discuss the effects of orography and coastline proximity on extreme precipitation intensity over different spatial–temporal scales.
Internal-tide vertical structure and steric sea surface height signature south of New Caledonia revealed by glider observations
Authors: Bendinger Arne , Cravatte Sophie , Gourdeau Lionel , Rainville Luc , Vic Clément , Sérazin Guillaume , Durand Fabien , Marin Frédéric , Fuda Jean-Luc
Published: August 2024

Abstract. In this study, we exploit autonomous underwater glider data to infer internal-tide dynamics south of New Caledonia, an internal-tide-generation hot spot in the southwestern tropical Pacific. By fitting a sinusoidal function to vertical displacements at each depth using a least-squares method, we simultaneously estimate diurnal and semidiurnal tides. Our analysis reveals regions of enhanced tidal activity, strongly dominated by the semidiurnal tide. To validate our findings, we compare the glider observations to a regional numerical simulation that includes tidal forcing. This comparison assesses the simulation's realism in representing tidal dynamics and evaluates the glider's ability to infer internal-tide signals and their signature in sea surface height (SSH). The glider observations and a pseudo glider, simulated using hourly numerical model output with identical sampling, exhibit similar amplitude and phase characteristics along the glider track. Existing discrepancies are in large part explained by tidal incoherence induced by eddy–internal-tide interactions. We infer the semidiurnal internal-tide signature in steric SSH by the integration of vertical displacements. Within the upper 1000 m, the pseudo glider captures roughly 78 % of the steric SSH total variance explained by the full water column signal. This value increases to over 90 % when projecting the pseudo glider's vertical displacements onto climatological baroclinic modes and extrapolating to full depth. Notably, the steric SSH from glider observations aligns closely with empirical estimates derived from satellite altimetry, highlighting the internal tide's predominant coherent nature during the glider's sampling.
A linear assessment of barotropic Rossby wave propagation in different background flow configurations
Authors: Segalini Antonio , Riboldi Jacopo , Wirth Volkmar , Messori Gabriele
Published: August 2024

Abstract. The horizontal propagation of Rossby waves in the upper troposphere has been a long-standing topic in dynamical meteorology. The concept of “waveguidability’’, i.e., the capability of the background flow to act as a zonal waveguide for Rossby waves, may prove useful to address this problem, but developing a systematic definition and quantification of such a property remains challenging. With an eye to such issues, the current paper suggests a novel and efficient algorithm to solve the linearized barotropic vorticity equation on a sphere in a forced-dissipative configuration. The algorithm allows one to obtain linear wave solutions resulting from arbitrary combinations of the forcing and the background zonal wind. These solutions can be used to systematically study single- and double-jet configurations and are employed here to show that the latitude of the jet stream does not appear to affect waveguidability. The onset of barotropic instability might hinder the applicability of the linear framework, but it is shown that the nonlinear flow evolution can still be retrieved qualitatively from the linearized solution, both for the stationary component of the wave field and for the temporal evolution of transient waves.
Considering the Impact of Standardized Testing on Workforce Diversity
Authors: Huling Lyndon , Sommer Cynthia , Young Ira
Published: August 2024

Today, we revisit our initial stance of eliminating standardized test scores from the college admissions process to improve equity and student diversity. With refreshed data about test-optional admissions, we address the import of institutional responsiveness to redress persistent equity gaps that impact our state’s workforce diversity and hiring challenges. Leveraging data to inform advocacy is representative of the skillset cultivated in the CANDEL program for evidence-based decision-making. Moreover, the pre-pandemic position over standardized testing exemplifies how CANDEL encouraged us to explore novel approaches to address persistent and troublesome equity issues. With leadership roles in the community college and the University of California systems and a particular emphasis on workforce development, we reflect on the CANDEL ethos of scholar-practitioner leadership in our practice areas to promote equitable educational and career outcomes.
Association between COVID-19 severity with liver abnormalities: A retrospective study in a referral hospital in Indonesia
Authors: Maimunah Ummi , Kholili Ulfa , Vidyani Amie , Sugihartono Titong , Tanaya Willa M. , Wessels Firda I. , Alshawsh Mohammed A. , Miftahussurur Muhammad
Published: August 2024

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is characterized by an acute respiratory infection with multisystem involvement and the association of its severity to liver function abnormalities is not well characterized. The aim of this study was to assess the association between the severity of COVID-19 patients and liver function abnormalities. This retrospective study included adult patients with confirmed COVID-19, which were classified as non-severe or severe according to World Health Organization guidelines. Liver function test results were compared between the severity groups. A total of 339 patients were included of which 150 (44.25%) were severe cases. The male-to-female ratio was 0.9:1 and 3:2 in the non-severe and severe groups, respectively (p=0.031). Aspartate aminotransferase (AST), alanine transaminase (ALT), and total bilirubin levels and acute liver injury (ALI) incidence were significantly higher in the severe group compared to non-severe group (p<0.001, p<0.001, p=0.025, p=0.014, respectively). In contrast, albumin levels were significantly lower (p=0.001). Multivariate analysis showed that ALI was significantly associated with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection (odds ratio (OR): 5.275; 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.165–23.890, p=0.031), hemoglobin level (OR: 1.214; 95%CI: 1.083–1.361, p=0.001), and hypoalbuminemia (OR: 2.627; 95%CI: 1.283–5.379, p=0.008). Pre-existing liver diseases were present in 6.5% of patients. No significant differences were observed between the groups based on COVID-19 severity and ALI presence. Liver function test abnormalities, including ALI, are more prevalent in patients with severe COVID-19 infection. HIV infection, high hemoglobin levels, and hypoalbuminemia may be potential risk factors for ALI.
Risk factors of pulmonary tuberculosis in Indonesia: A case-control study in a high disease prevalence region
Authors: Fahdhienie Farrah , Mudatsir Mudatsir , Abidin Taufik F. , Nurjannah Nurjannah
Published: August 2024

Tuberculosis (TB) remains one of the most widespread infectious diseases in the world, with high mortality and morbidity rates, contributing to a significant disease burden, particularly in developing countries. The aim of this study was to determine the risk factors of TB among the population aged 17 years (late adolescent) and above in one of the high TB prevalence countries, Indonesia. A case-control study was conducted in Banda Aceh, Indonesia, involving newly diagnosed pulmonary TB patients who visited one of the eleven community health centers in Banda Aceh. The controls were individuals matched by age and sex who lived near the cases and had no TB infection. A total of 16 risk factors were assessed. Hierarchical multivariable logistic regression models were used to examine the association between the risk factors and the occurrence of TB. A total of 196 cases and 196 controls were included in the study. Multivariable logistic regression analysis identified 11 independent predictors for the occurrence of TB after controlling possible confounders. Patients who lived in houses with insufficient light exposure were 77 times more likely to develop TB compared to those living in houses with sufficient light exposure (adjusted odds ratio (AOR): 77.69; 95%CI: 27.09, 222.79). The study also showed that people who had close contact with TB patients (AOR: 25.39; 95%CI: 2.10, 306.52), had poor knowledge of TB  (AOR: 24.2; 95%CI: 6.89, 85.17), had comorbidities (AOR: 4.49; 95%CI: 1.35, 14.89), insufficient food utilization (AOR: 3.41; 95%CI: 1.51, 7.71), negative preventive behavior (AOR: 3.39; 95%CI: 1.49, 7.72), low education level (AOR: 3.08; 95%CI: 1.26, 7.55), and insufficient housing humidity (AOR: 2.89; 95%CI: 1.18, 7.12) were associated with increased the odds of having TB. Being employed, having income above minimum wage, and having good nutritional intake were protective factors for developing TB. In conclusion, the determinants of TB among people aged 17 years and older are a clear indication of the need for TB prevention programs targeting not only individual risk factors but also environmental risk factors, particularly providing adequate housing conditions. This study provided useful information that might help to develop and adopt effective policies for TB control in Indonesia.
ASSESSING THE PROFITABILITY OF SMALL AND MEDIUM-SIZED WOOD FURNITURE BUSINESSES IN ETHIOPIA
Authors: Kaba Gemechu , Belachew Azmera
Published: August 2024

This study focuses on the issue of profitability within the small and medium wood industries in Ethiopia. Profitability stands as a cornerstone for the advancement of contemporary industries and is a pressing concern for policymakers. The primary aim of this study is to determine the level of profitability and the factors influencing it in small and medium-scale wood enterprises. To conduct the study, four key cities - Addis Ababa, Bahir Dar, Hawassa, and Jima - were purposively selected. Data were gathered from 170 industries across these cities and subjected to analysis, yielding pertinent results. As expected, the wood industries in Ethiopia lacking profitability and among the 170 surveyed, 59.4% industries were not profitable. This is because majority of workers in Ethiopia's wood industry lack formal or on-the-job training both prior to and during employment. Moreover, the machinery and equipment they operate are outdated, and they lack the necessary skills for their proper utilization. Additionally, challenges such as insufficient raw materials, limited capital, and poor market connections were identified as significant obstacles to profitability. To tackle these challenges and bolster profitability, continuous technical and managerial training for workers, financial assistance for acquiring modern machinery, enhancements in production processes, sales strategies, and market linkage facilitation are recommended.
WAYS OF IMPROVING THE METHODOLOGICAL FRAMEWORK OF MASSIVE EVALUATION OF REAL ESTATE IN THE REPUBLIC OF MOLDOVA
Authors: Paladi Alexandru
Published: August 2024

This article focuses on researching the methodological development of real estate assessment in the Republic of Moldova, addressing the significant financial losses incurred by local public administrations due to the absence of an updated, appropriate, and transparent assessment system for taxation purposes. The fundamental hypothesis posits that enhancing the methodological and institutional framework of mass appraisal will lead to a progressive evolution of the real estate market relations and the stable development of efficient and equitable tax systems in Moldova. The study aims to identify and propose solutions to current issues in the national mass appraisal system, primarily related to the unavailability of market data and the use of outdated methodologies. Employing scientific techniques such as analysis, deduction, induction, grouping, comparison, analogy, scientific abstraction, synthesis, and statistical methods, the author assess the effectiveness of proposed methodological developments by comparing quality indicators of old assessment models with those developed based on the proposed methodologies. The results obtained support the idea of creating, implementing, and sustaining a mass appraisal system as a foundational element for a fair real estate taxation system, fostering regional development, and supporting economic activities related to the real estate market in the Republic of Moldova.
VISUAL ARTS EDUCATION FOR DESIGN STUDENTS FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF MUSEUM EDUCATION IN A SOCIAL CONTEXT
Authors: Filipski Tatiana
Published: August 2024

The article is a theoretical-practical study, focused on valorization of the visual arts education for design students in the context of museum education. The paper reveals fundamental concepts, identifies certain perspectives to researches in the targeted field. Additionally, it specifies and describes several essential educational aspects, such as the objectives of visual arts education; the value axes centered on visual arts education; cognitive processes developed by design students during activities carried out in museums; educational actions regarding the optimization of visual arts education for design students; strategies and methods (scientific documentation, analysis and synthesis, conversation, product study, etc.) of enhancing visual arts education for design students. The study specifies, analyzes, and validates the positive impact of activities conducted in museum spaces on the visual arts education of design students, focused on achieving these aspects in the context of university-museum collaboration. In conclusion, an approach to visual arts education of design students from the perspective of national and universal artistic heritage can ensure both the optimization of initial training for design students and lifelong education.
THE IMPACT OF THE INTERNET ON STUDENT COMMUNICATION DEVELOPMENT
Authors: Moisei Arina
Published: August 2024

In the context of the rapid development of information technologies, the internet and online communication exert a multifaceted influence on students. Starting with the hypothesis that students are more closely connected to technological progress than others. The study was conducted on the impact of the internet on the development of their communication skills and educational processes. The research aims to determine the positive and negative impacts of online resources on the quality of students' communication in both personal and educational spheres. Additionally, it seeks to assess the role of higher educational institutions in teaching students effective online resource usage skills. According to the research, only 6 % of the literature suggests positive impact of the internet on human health, while most indicates negative effects on mental and physical health, as well as on communication skills development. These results lead to the conclusion that it is necessary to educate students on rational use of technologies to avoid negative consequences for education and social interaction in the future. Educational institutions play an important role in this process by providing students with the necessary knowledge in this area, aiding their social adaptation and development in the modern digital world.
RESEARCHING PUBLIC SATISFACTION IN SOCIAL GOVERNANCE THROUGH THE APPLICATION OF THE FUZZY COMPREHENSIVE EVALUATION METHOD
Authors: Du Xiaokang , Wang Zuojun
Published: August 2024

Social governance is an essential component of China's governance system and is the cornerstone of "Governance of China." In the new era, the Communist Party of China adopts the core value pursuit of "People-centered" as the rational choice for governing the country. "People-centered" is also the core concept of social governance in China. As participants in social governance, the satisfaction of the public is an important evaluation indicator for measuring the effectiveness of social governance. How to scientifically quantify and evaluate the satisfaction with social governance has always been a key issue in evaluating the effectiveness of social governance. This study constructs a scientific evaluation indicator system and uses the fuzzy comprehensive evaluation method to make a scientific evaluation of public satisfaction with social governance. This is also beneficial for carrying out other social governance work based on the evaluation results, thereby improving governance effectiveness.
Comparative trial between silver nitrate and silver diamine fluoride in Tijuana’s pediatric patients: effectiveness evaluation.
Authors:   Faculty of Dentistry, Autonomous University of Baja California (UABC), Tijuana, Mexico., DeLaCruz-Corona Betsabé , Arzamendi-Cepeda Lucrecia Rebecca ,   Faculty of Health Sciences, Autonomous University of Baja California (UABC), Tijuana, Mexico., López-Yee Lizzett ,   Faculty of Dentistry, Autonomous University of Baja California (UABC), Tijuana, Mexico., García-Delgadilloa Karla Vanessa ,   Faculty of Dentistry, Autonomous University of Baja California (UABC), Tijuana, Mexico., GarcíaBriones Julio César ,   Faculty of Dentistry, Autonomous University of Baja California (UABC), Tijuana, Mexico., Araiza-Verduzco Fernanda ,   Faculty of Health Sciences, Autonomous University of Baja California (UABC), Tijuana, Mexico.
Published: August 2024

Carious lesions (CL) are one of the most common healthcare issues, especially prevalent in children or vulnerable population. Treatment with silver-based compounds have been applied for more than a century, two of the most common are silver nitrate (SN) and silver diamino fluoride (SDF), both widely used as antibacterial agent for cariogenic bacteria. In this clinical trial we compared SN and SDF effects in CL and their measurable observable parameters, coloring and texture and the progression of the carious arrest during a six-month period. Both compounds showed high efficiency results and either wasn’t proven beneficial over the other.
The Evolution of Dismounted Soldier Systems: A Comprehensive Review of GOSSRA’s Innovations
Authors: Szklarski Łukasz
Published: August 2024

The Generic Open Soldier System Reference Architecture (GOSSRA) project represents a significant step forward in the evolution of Dismounted Soldier Systems (DSS). This article provides an in-depth analysis of the project, drawing on direct author participation, extensive project documentation, and a wide range of academic literature. It synthesizes key insights into the technological advancements, operational challenges, ethical considerations, and strategic implications of DSS. The research highlights the potential of advanced technologies to substantially enhance soldier capabilities but also underscores the complexities of integrating these technologies into cohesive and functional systems. The analysis delves into the operational effectiveness and flexibility of DSS, illustrating their ability to improve situational awareness, decision-making, and mobility in diverse operational contexts. However, it also points out the need for systems to adapt to varying scenarios and environments. The ethical and strategic dimensions of DSS deployment are explored, emphasizing the need for robust ethical frameworks and strategic planning to ensure that advancements in military capabilities align with ethical norms and contribute positively to global security. Lessons learned from past deployments and case studies provide invaluable insights into the real-world performance, user acceptance, and integration challenges of DSS. The article concludes with a forward-looking perspective, anticipating future developments in DSS and outlining strategies for their successful implementation. The conclusions and recommendations presented provide a roadmap for the development and integration of DSS, ensuring they evolve in alignment with the imperatives of modern and future warfare.
Navigating Social Work Field Education during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Challenges, Benefits and Opportunities
Authors:   University of Guyana, Frank Dionne , Enoe Shonell ,   University of Guyana
Published: August 2024

In March 2020, the University of Guyana suspended face-to-face activities, requiring academic programmes and social work field education to reconfigure to virtual modalities. This paper revisits the impact of COVID-19 on social work education to examine the challenges, benefits, and opportunities to lecturers and students. Using a qualitative approach, a document analysis was conducted on lecturers’ journal entries and field notes, and 56 reflective reports submitted by students. The findings revealed self-reports of anxiety, loss of support of practice teachers, disappointment, and burnout. In spite of the challenges experienced, the analysis revealed that the peer-substitution practice dyads allowed students to develop their interpersonal and counselling skills. Additional findings suggest that there were opportunities for lecturers and the Social Work Unit to pilot the use of information communication technologies, create a framework for virtual monitoring of students, and demonstrate their commitment to preserving the signature pedagogy of social work education. We conclude that the COVID-19 pandemic has served as an impetus for the national University to continue exploring and implementing new approaches to advance the growth of social work programmes.
An overview of Guyana’s sugar industry: Perspectives on contraction and prospects
Authors:   University of Guyana, Mohabir Muzzamil
Published: August 2024

Guyana’s sugar industry is marked by significant development, importance, and political relevance. The Dutch developed and managed the sector, followed by the British and then the Government of Guyana, each with their style that either propelled or stagnated the industry. This stagnation occurred post-independence owing to changing world dynamics, internal mismanagement, and emigration of talent. The resulting fallout caused the industry (embodied as GuySuCo) to become unprofitable. To ensure the continued survival of the industry, albeit a shadow of its former self, the government instituted regular bailouts, a practice still used today. Being a financial liability, GuySuCo underwent a series of contraction measures in a bid to return the industry to profitability. However, the reversal of recent contraction measures presents challenges to the sector. Nevertheless, no clear path has been identified for profitisation; as such, alternative measures should be considered.
Failures of Interpreting and the Impact on Immigrant Healthcare in the United States
Authors: Menendez Alurralde Constanza , Gonzalez Calvo Inochi
Published: August 2024

This is a first hand account on the failure of virtual interpreting systems as a means of communication with non-English speaking patients. The story focuses on the experiences of two medical students who found themselves having to intervene during medical encounters that utilized virtual interpreting systems due to frequent inaccuracies. Furthermore, it explores the research surrounding the importance of language concordance for accurate and safe medical communication, patient satisfaction and mitigation of already existing healthcare disparities, especially with a rapidly growing Hispanic population.
Efecto de la ubicación y el tiempo de permanencia de la miel en la colmena sobre la humedad, el color y el HMF
Authors: Gaggiotti Mónica del Carmen , Orellano Emanuel , Wanzenried Z. Rosana , Merke Julieta , Giacobino Agostina , Pacini Adriana , Signorini Marcelo
Published: August 2024

Los alimentos azucarados son muy sensibles al calor y pueden deteriorarse durante el almacenamiento. El hidroximetilfurfural (HMF) es un compuesto formado por la deshidratación de la fructosa, su presencia en la miel se relaciona con alteraciones de color, desarrollo de flavors y olores extraños. El objetivo del trabajo fue evaluar el efecto de la exposición al sol y el tiempo de permanencia en la colmena sobre el color, el porcentaje de humedad y la concentración de HMF en miel recién cosechada El trabajo se realizó en la Estación Experimental Agropecuaria (EEA) Rafaela del Instituto Nacional de Tecnología Agropecuaria (INTA), provincia de Santa Fe, República Argentina, durante la campaña 2017-2018. Se ubicaron cinco colmenas al sol (S), cinco colmenas bajo sombra parcial (SP) y cinco colmenas bajo sombra total (ST). Se tomaron muestras de las medias alzas de las 15 colmenas 4 veces durante 3 meses, identificándose las medias alzas por tiempo de permanencia en la colmena. La humedad promedio de las mieles obtenidas del tratamiento S (17,6%) fue superior (P<0,001) a las mieles de colmenas expuestas a SP (16,6%) y a ST (16,8%). El valor medio de color del grupo ST (16,8 mm Pfund) fue menor (P<0,001) que el de los grupos S y SP (22,35 y 20,99 mm Pfund, respectivamente). No se observaron diferencias (P=0,777) en la concentración media de HMF en las mieles de los distintos tratamientos (6,47; 7,06 y 6,74 mg/kg para ST, SP y S, respectivamente). La miel acumulada en la colmena para los tres grupos evaluados con diferentes tiempos de permanencia en la misma presentó promedios de HMF (mg/kg) de 4,9; 7,02; 6,79 y 9,9, para el muestreo inicial, 30, 60 y 90 días de permanencia, respectivamente, detectándose diferencias significativas (P<0,05) entre el muestreo inicial, los 30 y 60 días y el muestreo final.   Esta tendencia no se modificó en función de la ubicación de las colmenas. No se observaron diferencias (P=0,269) en la humedad según el tiempo de permanencia de la media alza (17,2%; 17,0%; 16,8% y 17,4% para el muestreo inicial, 30, 60 y 90 días de almacenamiento, respectivamente). El color de la miel se incrementó con el paso del tiempo (P<0,05), alcanzando valores de 16,1; 20,07; 22,26 y 25,5 mm Pfund, para el muestreo inicial, 30, 60 y 90 días de almacenamiento, respectivamente, siendo independiente de la ubicación de las colmenas. La ubicación de las colmenas modificó la humedad y el color, pero no los niveles de HMF. A medida que avanzó el tiempo de almacenamiento de la miel en las medias alzas, independientemente de su ubicación, se incrementaron los valores de color y HMF.
Understanding Toxicity and Sentiment Dynamics in Social Media: LLM Analysis of Diverse and Focused Interest Users
Authors: Oppenheim Abi , Albanese Federico , Feuerstein Esteban
Published: August 2024

Online platforms host users with diverse interests, ranging from those with focused interests to those engaging in a wide range of topics. This study investigates the behavioral differences between these user types on Reddit, focusing on the level of toxicity in their posts and associated sentiment scores across nine emotional categories. By employing community embeddings to represent users in a high-dimensional space, we measure activity diversity using the GS score. The analysis utilizes a dataset of 16,291,992 posts from 4,926,237 users spanning 2019 to 2021, assessing toxicity and sentiment scores for each post. Results indicate that subreddits characterized by users with specialized interests exhibit heightened toxic behavior compared to those with diverse interest users. Additionally, subreddits populated by users with focused interests display elevated sentiments of sadness, annoyance, and disappointment, while those inhabited by diverse interest users demonstrate increased expressions of curiosity, admiration, and love. These insights contribute to understanding user behavior on online platforms and inform strategies for fostering healthier online communities.
A Review Article on the Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Hair Oil
Authors: Kumar Yadav Arun , Ahamad Firoj , Singh Kiran , Sahu Swapna
Published: August 2024

The excellent activity of herbal formulations and their little or nonexistent adverse effects as compared to synthetic medications have always drawn a lot of attention. This study's objective is to make herbal hair oil using amla, hibiscus, Brahmi, and methi. and it will be assessed to see if it promotes healthy hair development, the oil of different concentrations was water soluble, water insoluble, sulphated, total ash, acid insoluble, and moisture content are among the characteristics that make it suitable for proximate analysis. Excellent outcomes for hair development were observed in the formulation made using the boiling method for preparing oils. In order to achieve this goal, the current study will prepare herbal hair oil using substances such as Amlawhich is known as Jatamansi or hibiscus Bhringraj Raw garlic includes methi, mimosa pudica handspringing, papaya leaves, curry-leaf Moringa, guava leaves, and muskmelon seeds.. Based on the aforementioned findings, a combination of unrefined medications was made by boiling and then formed into herbal hair oil. Using various herbal drugs, we have created five different formulas, all of which exhibit anti-hair fall properties along with additional beneficial effects like reducing hair pigmentation, improving the flow of blood to the forehead and roots, reducing dandruff, and reducing hair whitening.
Positive Desch-Schappacher perturbations of bi-continuous semigroups on AM-spaces
Authors: Budde Christian
Published: August 2024

We consider positive Desch–Schappacher perturbations of bi-continuous semigroups on AM-spaces with an additional property concerning the additional locally convex topology. As an examples, we discuss perturbations of the left-translation semigroup on the space of bounded continuous function on the real line and perturbations of the implemented semigroup on the space of bounded linear operators. Dynamical processes occurring, e.g., in population models, quantum mechanics, or the financial world, are frequently expressed by a particular class of partial differential equations, the so-called evolution equations. A general operator theoretical method for dealing with those equations is the one using abstract Cauchy problems on a Banach space. In some cases, it is possible to write a given operator (A,D(A)) as a sum of simpler operators and this is where perturbation theory enters the area of evolution equations. The general question is: given a generator (A,D(A)) and another linear operator (B,D(B)), under which conditions does the operator A+B generate a semigroup? When talking about one-parameter semigroups of linear operators on Banach spaces, mostly C0-semigroups come to mind. Nevertheless, there are operator semigroups which are not strongly continuous with respect to the norm on the Banach space but for some weaker additional locally convex topology. This is one of the reasons why people are interested in different continuity concepts of semigroups and more general solutions in order to overcome these limitations of strongly continuous semigroups. One of the auspicious approaches to this gives rise to so-called bi-continuous semigroups, which were introduced by Kühnemund.
Law invariance and Order
Authors: Gao Niushan
Published: August 2024

Let 𝒳 be an r.i. space over a non-atomic probability space. Let ρ:𝒳→(-∞,∞] be proper, convex, and increasing. It is known that order lower semicontinuity does not imply σ(𝒳,𝒳_n^sim) lower semicontinuity. However, if ρ is additionally law invariant, then the implication does hold. This result indicates an interplay between law invariance and order. More surprisingly, we show that if ρ is real-valued and law invariant, then both order and σ(𝒳,𝒳_n^∼) lower semicontinuity is automatic at every X∈𝒳 such that X^-∈𝒳^a.