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Occupational Therapy Using Ayres Sensory Integration® in School-Based Practice: A Call to Action
Authors: Whiting Colleen Cameron , Schoen Sarah A. , Bundy Anita , Lane Shelly J. , Mailloux Zoe , Roley Susanne Smith , May-Benson Teresa A. , Schaaf Roseann C.
Published: December 2024

Challenges with processing and integrating sensory information affect children’s ability to successfully engage in their occupations at school and fully participate in the educational process. Occupational therapy using Ayres Sensory Integration® (ASI) is an evidence-based intervention for autistic children that has emerging evidence for children with idiopathic sensory integration differences. This article is a call to action for the occupational therapy profession to increase the use of ASI principles in school settings because it historically has been limited in its application. In this column, we respond to two main questions. First, is ASI necessary, essential, and inherently appropriate in school settings? Second, does ASI align with education laws and mandates? We present evidence showing that interventions to address sensory integration and processing function fall within the domain of school-based occupational therapy practitioners and provide examples for ways to use the principles of ASI across all the tiers of a multitiered system of supports. We also make recommendations for next steps that focus on best practices for implementing ASI in the academic setting and address concerns related to the feasibility of ASI in school-based practice within existing systemic and logistical constraints. As a result, occupational therapy practitioners will be empowered to advocate for use of ASI and its principles in the educational setting to proactively provide the support their students deserve.
Plano de Expansão Comercial no Mercado Paulista: O Caso da Inkor com Abordagens Comerciais Tradicionais e Modernas
Authors: Narciso Tiago Coelho , Lana Jailson , Partyka Raul Beal , Lemos João Roberto Rocha
Published: December 2024

Inserido em um mercado onde a demanda e a concorrência crescem rapidamente, o Grupo Inkor está a 18 anos no do sul do Brasil produzindo e distribuindo materiais para a construção civil. A empresa obteve um crescimento satisfatório desde a sua fundação e o momento é de mais aceleração exponencial com os novos investimentos. O recém-contratado gerente comercial, vindo de uma multinacional, tem o desafio de criar estratégias e condicionar a entrada da empresa no estado de São Paulo, onde foi instalada uma nova unidade fabril, contratando e treinando as equipes comerciais em um curto espaço de tempo. Este caso é orientado para discutir os diferentes rumos da tomada de decisão de um gestor comercial ao estruturar um plano de penetração em um novo mercado, mesclando técnicas modernas de gestão de vendas às tradicionais.
Examination of the UN Security Council Resolutions on Women, Peace and Security: Theory and Practice
Authors: Rapha Yakubu Funom , Aina Prof Olabisi
Published: December 2024

This paper provides an in-depth review of the United Nations Security Council Resolutions (UNSCRs) on Women, Peace and Security (WPS), from the landmark UNSCR 1325 in 2000 to the UNSCR 2493 in 2019. By analysing key components and contrasting the principal asks of these resolutions, the paper aims to assess how they have shaped regional and national discussions on women’s role in peace and security. It critically examines the African and Nigerian contexts, where the impact of violent conflict on women and their participation in peace processes is especially pronounced. The study draws upon a systemic review of existing literature to underscore the disproportionate negative effect of armed conflict on women and girls while highlighting the often-overlooked role of women as active agents of peace. Ultimately, the paper concludes that for United Nations peacekeeping efforts to succeed and for sustained peace to be achieved, the unique insights, experiences, and capacities of women must be acknowledged and incorporated across all levels of peace operations.
Exploring Tracing in Microservice Applications: Leveraging Zipkin for Enhanced Observability
Authors: Marvis Okpako , Babatunde Olanriwaju , Osasu Eguavoen Victor
Published: December 2024

Microservices architecture has gained prominence due to its scalability and modularity, but its distributed nature complicates observability, performance monitoring, and troubleshooting. This study explores the integration of Zipkin, an open-source distributed tracing tool, into microservice architectures to enhance observability. The primary objective is to investigate how Zipkin can be used to trace service interactions, identify latency issues, and optimize system performance in microservices. The research methodology involves implementing Zipkin in a Job Microservice Application comprising three core services: Job, Company, and Review Microservices, built using Java Spring Boot, PostgreSQL, and Docker. The services are integrated with Zipkin to track request flows and analyze system behavior. Performance and functionality tests were conducted using REST APIs to evaluate the effectiveness of Zipkin’s tracing capabilities. Results show that Zipkin significantly improves system observability, enabling developers to pinpoint performance bottlenecks and resolve issues more efficiently. The integration of distributed tracing reduced debugging time and enhanced performance monitoring across services. In conclusion, Zipkin provides valuable insights into service interactions in microservice environments, making it an effective tool for optimizing performance and troubleshooting. The study recommends further exploration of advanced sampling strategies and integration with other monitoring tools to enhance scalability in large-scale microservices systems.
Transformações da Revolução 4.0: Psicologia Organizacional na Era da Robotização e Inteligência Artificial
Authors: Cunha Maria Nascimento
Published: December 2024

Constant transformation and evolution are inherent to humanity, driving innovations and adaptations to overcome challenges. At the heart of this process lies the reshaping of goods and services production, essential for progress and collective well-being.
Assessing the Effectiveness of Local-Based Approaches Adopted Towards Addressing Terrorism in Lamu County, Kenya and Baadadhe District, Somalia
Authors: Wahome Joshuah Wambugu , Kimokoti Susan Namaemba , Odhiambo Elijah Onyango Standslause
Published: December 2024

In the global context, terrorism has evolved into a complex and transnational threat. Al-Shabaab posed significant threats, particularly to East African countries, due to its capacity for numerous attacks in Somalia and neighboring nations. Despite employing alternative strategies, such as a multiagency and comprehensive government approach to tackle terrorism in Lamu and Baadadhe, acts of terror persisted in the region. The study explored the efficacy of a populace-centered approach in curbing terrorism in Somalia and Kenya. The populace-centered approach aimed to actively involve the local population in Lamu County, Basuba Ward, in socio-economic development initiated by security personnel to address the root cause of insecurity problems. The approach was guided by the Securitization theory, System theory, and Power theory, which held a significant relationship with the terror threats and insecurity challenges in Lamu County and Baadadhe district. The study employed a descriptive research design with stratified sampling, with target population 4506 and a sample size of 363 obtained through Slovin sampling formula. It gathered stakeholders' perspectives through questionnaires, interviews, and group discussions. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses . Quantitative data was analyzed through statistical analysis while qualitative data was analyzed thematic analysis. The analysis revealed community responses to terrorism, including physical and cyber threats, through initiatives like neighborhood watch groups and religious collaborations. The study highlighted the importance of strengthening existing structures like neighborhood watch groups and enhancing collaborations with religious leaders and schools. The study concluded that the populace involvement in countering terrorism in Lamu, Kenya and Baadadhe, Somalia reflects a vigilant and multifaceted approach encompassing various aspects, from physical to cyber threats. Further, the research concluded that populace-centered approach is effective in curbing terrorism through information sharing. The study recommended for active involvement of community leaders in security committees and advocated for a legal framework supporting a populace-centered approach to counter-terrorism. Policymakers and security agencies should consider diverse economic and environmental contexts in Lamu County, Kenya, Baadadhe, Somalia.
PENGARUH PENGALAMAN PRAKTIK INDUSTRI TERHADAP MINAT BERWIRAUSAHA PADA MAHASISWA S1 TATA BUSANA PKK FT UNM
Authors: NURFATHONAH NURFATHONAH , AISYAH ST. , SURYANI MIDAH
Published: December 2024

This research is an ex-post facto study. Aimed at determining the influence of industrial practical experience on entrepreneurial interest in PKK FT UNM Undergraduate Fashion Design. The population of this study were 152 Fashion Design PKK FT UNM undergraduate students from the 2020 and 2021 intakes. The number of samples was 54 students. The data collection techniques used are observation, documentation and questionnaires. The data analysis techniques used were descriptive analysis and simple regression analysis. The purpose of this study was to determine: (1) Description of industrial practice experience, (2) Description of interest in entrepreneurship, (3) Influence of industrial practice experience on interest in entrepreneurship in Fashion Design PKK FT UNM undergraduate students. The results of the study are: (1) The description of industrial practice experience falls into the low category, with a percentage of 37%, or 20 students. (2) The description of entrepreneurial interest is classified as low, indicated by a percentage of 31%, or 17 students. (3) The influence of industrial practice experience on entrepreneurial interest shows a significant value of 0.000 < 0.05, meaning there is an effect of industrial practice experience on entrepreneurial interest with a contribution of 32.7% and 67.3% is influenced by other factors.
ABSTRAKPenelitian ini adalah penelitian ex-post facto. Bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh pengalaman praktik industri terhadap minat berwirausaha pada mahasiswa S1 Tata Busana PKK FT UNM. Populasi penelitian ini adalah mahasiswa S1 Tata busana PKK FT UNM angkatan 2020 dan 2021 sebanyak 152 orang. Jumlah sampel adalah 54 Mahasiswa. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan adalah observasi, dokumentasi dan kuesioner (angket). Adapun teknik analisis data yang digunakan yaitu, analisis deskriptif dan analisis regresi sederhana. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui: (1) Gambaran pengalaman praktik industri, (2) Gambaran minat berwirausaha, (3) Pengaruh pengalaman praktik industri terhadap minat berwirausaha pada mahasiswa S1 Tata Busana PKK FT UNM. Hasil penelitian adalah: (1) Gambaran pengalaman praktik industri termasuk dalam kategori rendah dengan persentase sebesar 37% atau sebanyak 20 mahasiswa. (2) Gambaran minat berwirausaha termasuk dalam kategori rendah dengan persentase sebesar 31% atau sebanyak 17 mahasiwa. (3) Pengaruh pengalaman praktik industri terhadap minat berwirausaha menunjukkan bahwa nilai signifikan sebesar 0.000 < 0.05 artinya ada pengaruh antara pengalaman praktik industri terhadap minat berwirausaha dengan kontribusi sebesar 32.7% dan 67.3% dipengaruhi oleh faktor lain.
AN ANALYSIS OF TEACHERS’ PERSONALITY COMPETENCE IN TEACHING ENGLISH AT SMK NEGERI 1 BOTOMUZOI IN 2024/2025
Authors: LASE RIANG , LAOLI ADIELI , DAELI HIDAYATI , TELAUMBANUA KRISTOF MARTIN EFORI
Published: December 2024

Teacher personality competence plays a critical role in shaping the effectiveness of the learning process. It refers to the personal qualities and characteristics that a teacher brings to the classroom, influencing how they interact with students, manage the learning environment, and serve as role models. This competence includes indicators such as honesty, exemplary conduct, a strong work ethic, high responsibility, pride in the profession, and self-confidence. Research suggests that personality competence not only affects the teacher-student relationship but also contributes to students' academic and personal development. Through observation, interviews, and documentation, this study investigates the personality competence of English teachers at SMK Negeri 1 Botomuzoi. The findings reveal that while the teachers demonstrate several positive traits, there are areas where improvements are needed, particularly in self-discipline, responsibility, and demonstrating pride in the teaching profession. The study underscores the need for continuous professional development to enhance teachers' personality competence, which in turn can positively impact the overall educational experience for students.
ABSTRAKKompetensi kepribadian guru memegang peranan penting dalam membentuk efektivitas proses pembelajaran. Kompetensi ini mengacu pada kualitas dan karakteristik pribadi yang dibawa guru ke kelas, yang memengaruhi cara mereka berinteraksi dengan siswa, mengelola lingkungan belajar, dan menjadi panutan. Kompetensi ini mencakup indikator seperti kejujuran, perilaku teladan, etos kerja yang kuat, tanggung jawab yang tinggi, kebanggaan terhadap profesi, dan kepercayaan diri. Penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kompetensi kepribadian tidak hanya memengaruhi hubungan guru-siswa tetapi juga berkontribusi terhadap pengembangan akademik dan pribadi siswa. Melalui observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi, penelitian ini menyelidiki kompetensi kepribadian guru bahasa Inggris di SMK Negeri 1 Botomuzoi. Temuan penelitian mengungkapkan bahwa meskipun guru menunjukkan beberapa sifat positif, ada beberapa hal yang perlu ditingkatkan, khususnya dalam hal disiplin diri, tanggung jawab, dan menunjukkan kebanggaan terhadap profesi guru. Penelitian ini menggarisbawahi perlunya pengembangan profesional berkelanjutan untuk meningkatkan kompetensi kepribadian guru, yang pada gilirannya dapat berdampak positif pada keseluruhan pengalaman pendidikan bagi siswa.
APLICAÇÃO DO PLANEJAMENTO DE OBRAS: MÉTODOS PARA GERENCIAMENTO DE PRAZOS E CUSTOS
Authors: Souza Guilherme Leite de , Balieiro Lucas Tarlau , Pedreiro Marcelo Rodrigo de Matos
Published: December 2024

A ausência do planejamento de obras no processo de execução e supervisão de um projeto pode acarretar desperdício ás empresas envolvidas, como diminuição da rentabilidade, demora na conclusão das obras, desperdício de materiais e recursos humanos, por conseguinte, prejuízos aos clientes que almejam serviços de qualidade e bom custo-benefício. Diante desta situação, o objetivo principal deste artigo é destacar a relevância da organização de projetos na construção civil, com o intuito de reduzir os impactos provocados por obras que carecem de gestão adequada e de profissionais qualificados para sua realização. Como resultado, foi feito um levantamento de literatura sobre a importância de um bom planejamento de obras, bem como os riscos de sua falta, portanto,  as apurações destacam que um bom planejamento de obras pode ajudar a construção civil a evitar custos desnecessários e dar aos gestores uma melhor visão de todo o ciclo construtivo, proporcionando maior segurança a todos os participantes da obra.
IMPACTOS DOS FITOTERÁPICOS NO TRATAMENTO DE DIABETES TIPO I
Authors: Ferreira Allan França , Andrade Leonardo Guimarães de
Published: December 2024

Introdução: A diabetes mellitus é uma condição metabólica que afeta o sistema endócrino e impacta milhões de pessoas globalmente. Objetivo: Analisar os fitoterápicos como alternativa ou complemento ao tratamento convencional do diabetes mellitus, estudando sua eficácia, segurança e impacto no controle da glicemia. Metodologia: A pesquisa, de caráter descritivo e bibliográfico, utiliza uma abordagem qualitativa baseada no materialismo dialético, com foco em estudos publicados entre 2020 e 2024. Resultados e Discussão: Foram revisados artigos que examinam os efeitos de plantas medicinais no metabolismo da glicose e insulina, buscando identificar compostos que possam oferecer uma abordagem mais natural. Conclusão: Conclui-se que os fitoterápicos são uma importante alternativa ou complemento aos tratamentos convencionais para o diabetes mellitus, pois têm potencial para melhorar o controle glicêmico e reduzir complicações associadas à doença.
ASPECTOS ÉTICOS DA ROBÓTICA NA PRÁTICA MÉDICA CONTEMPORÂNEA
Authors: Santos Yasmin Mendes Rodrigues dos , Souza Ciro Ferrari de , Ferreira Tainan Gomes , Bellelis Stephany , Carvalho Bárbara San de
Published: December 2024

Introdução: A inserção da tecnologia nos ambientes hospitalares, se deu a priori pela necessidade de auxílio em funções mais simples, para que os profissionais da saúde pudessem dar mais atenção a atividades consideradas inerentes aos humanos [21]. Devido aos avanços tecnológicos e a facilidade de adaptação, aos procedimentos e técnicas laparoscópicas existentes, a robótica ganhou espaço na medicina, impactando na percepção ética das aplicações clínicas da cirurgia assistida por robô acerca das responsabilidades dos profissionais durante o uso da tecnologia nos procedimentos médicos [4,5,16]. Objetivo: Analisar quais são os parâmetros e princípios éticos que estão envolvidos na autorização e homologação do uso da robótica dentro da área da saúde. Materiais e Métodos: A pesquisa foi realizada utilizando o banco de dados eletrônicos, da ScieLo, PubMed e Portal Regional da BVS, foram selecionados os artigos publicados entre os anos de 2014 a 2024, em português e inglês usando as palavras-chave “robotic”, “healthcare”, “ethic” e “technology”, usando o operador booleano “and”. Selecionou-se revisões sistemáticas de revistas qualis (A1, A2, A3, A4, B1, B2 e B3) e excluídos artigos não relacionados. Foram registrados 218 artigos, dos quais apenas 21 respondiam aos critérios de inclusão. Resultados: A responsabilidade ainda é inerente ao profissional, independentemente do uso de robôs, o que pode ser defendido utilizando-se díspares correntes bioéticas contemporâneas, incluindo os princípios de não-maleficência, beneficência, respeito à autonomia, consequencialismo e ética do cuidado [6,18,21]. A implementação de robôs mostrou-se benéfica oferecendo menor dor, cicatrizes menores e melhores resultados estéticos, contribui para a recuperação física e emocional dos pacientes de forma mais rápida, além de melhorar sua autoestima e bem-estar geral [2,21]. Com o aumento da complexidade das operações e as dificuldades de treinamento de algumas técnicas, surgiram simuladores que criam ambientes de realidade virtual. Isso levou a debates sobre questões éticas relacionadas ao uso de robôs autômatos em cirurgias, seus riscos e benefícios, e as responsabilidades dos médicos ao usar a tecnologia [9,21]. Conclusão: Diante do exposto, fica claro que a melhoria da qualidade de vida dos pacientes é um aspecto importante, porém vale ressaltar a necessidade de investimentos em treinamento, pesquisa e desenvolvimento de tecnologia acessível e que a atualização de regulamentações e diretrizes éticas adequadas também é essencial para garantir a segurança e a qualidade dos procedimentos cirúrgicos robóticos norteados pelos princípios bioéticos fundamentais [18]. Embora apresente desafios, os benefícios substanciais que ela oferece aos pacientes e profissionais de saúde justificam a busca contínua por sua adoção e aprimoramento [9].
IMPACTOS PSICOLÓGICOS DA ALIENAÇÃO PARENTAL NO DESENVOLVIMENTO INFANTIL
Authors: Silva Thais Araujo da , Honorato Lorena Guimarães Ferreira
Published: December 2024

Introdução: A alienação parental é uma dinâmica familiar prejudicial que ocorre quando um dos pais influência a percepção da criança sobre o outro progenitor. Essa prática é comum em situações de separação e desejos e pode levar a impactos psicológicos significativos no desenvolvimento infantil, afetando o bem-estar emocional e comportamental da criança. Compreender esses efeitos é essencial para proteger a saúde mental e emocional dos filhos envolvidos. Objetivo: O presente artigo tem como objetivo avaliar os impactos psicológicos da alienação parental no desenvolvimento infantil e propor medidas que possam mitigar os danos causados na infância da criança. Metodologia: O presente estudo visa investigar os impactos psicológicos da alienação parental no desenvolvimento infantil, utilizando uma abordagem qualitativa. A pesquisa será composta por uma seleção de artigos, livros e dissertações sobre o tema, abrangendo diferentes perspectivas e experiências de crianças afetadas pela alienação parental. A coleta de dados será realizada por meio de uma revisão bibliográfica, analisando a literatura existente sobre as percepções dos envolvidos e os efeitos da alienação nas crianças. Resultados: Os resultados indicaram que a alienação parental está associada a uma variedade de problemas psicológicos nas crianças, como ansiedade, depressão e dificuldades de socialização. As crianças afetadas por essa dinâmica frequentemente apresentam desafios nas relações interpessoais e na construção de vínculos saudáveis. A intervenção precoce e o apoio psicológico adequado foram identificados como fundamentais para mitigar esses impactos negativos, proporcionar um ambiente emocionalmente saudável e promover a recuperação das crianças. Conclusão: Os impactos psicológicos da alienação parental no desenvolvimento infantil são profundos, afetando a saúde emocional e comportamental das crianças. A detecção precoce e a implementação de orientações adequadas são cruciais para minimizar os danos causados pela alienação parental. O referido estudo reforça a necessidade de mais pesquisas nessa área para desenvolver estratégicas que ajudem as crianças a superar os desafios associados à alienação parental e garantir seu bem-estar.
ANÁLISE DO PERFIL EPIDEMIOLÓGICO DOS PACIENTES DE CARCINOMA DE TIREOIDE DIAGNOSTICADOS NO PARANÁ NO PERÍODO DE 2020 À 2024
Authors: Manica Franciéli , Pescador Marise Vilas Boas
Published: December 2024

Discutir os tipos de neoplasias malignas da glândula tiroide, bem como os tipos mais frequentes e suas taxas de acometimento da população em geral. Detalhando a população mais atingida pelo carcinoma, e as formas de tratamento mais eficazes.  Evidenciar o perfil predominantemente feminino dos pacientes com carcinoma de tireóide do Estado do Paraná na faixa etária dos 20 aos 44 anos, em comparação aos dados de outras pesquisas da área, utilizando dados do DATASUS com base no período do ano de 2020 até 15 de junho de 2024.
INFLUÊNCIA DA SÍNDROME DE DOWN NO DESENVOLVIMENTO CRANIOFACIAL E SUA IMPLICAÇÃO NA ODONTOLOGIA
Authors: Santos Franciana Maria de Oliveira , Silva Juliana Batista da , Leonel Augusto César Leal da Silva
Published: December 2024

A Síndrome de Down (SD), caracterizada pela presença de três cópias do cromossomo 21, provoca alterações craniofaciais que impactam diretamente a saúde bucal de seus portadores. Neste sentido, este artigo tem como objetivo geral analisar essas influências e suas implicações na prática odontológica, visando desenvolver diretrizes que considerem as especificidades dos pacientes. A metodologia adotada consistiu em uma revisão da literatura, examinando as principais alterações craniofaciais e dentárias associadas à SD. A pesquisa enfatizou a necessidade de uma abordagem odontológica adaptada às limitações funcionais e anatômicas dos indivíduos com SD. Os resultados indicaram que os portadores da síndrome apresentam características específicas que requerem um cuidado odontológico especializado. A análise revelou a importância do atendimento odontológico precoce e preventivo, além da participação ativa dos cuidadores na promoção da saúde bucal. A abordagem multidisciplinar foi identificada como fundamental para garantir um cuidado integral. Em conclusão, o estudo ressalta a complexidade das necessidades odontológicas dos indivíduos com Síndrome de Down, evidenciando a importância de intervenções personalizadas e precoces que visem não apenas a saúde bucal, mas também a inclusão social e a qualidade de vida desses pacientes. A articulação entre as diferentes áreas da saúde é essencial para um atendimento humanizado e eficaz.
Assessing the ducting phenomenon and its potential impact on Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) radio occultation refractivity retrievals over the northeast Pacific Ocean using radiosondes and global reanalysis
Authors: Winning Jr. Thomas E. , Xie Feiqin , Nelson Kevin J.
Published: December 2024

Abstract. In this study, high-resolution radiosondes from the Marine Atmospheric Radiation Measurement (ARM) Global Energy and Water Experiment (GEWEX) Cloud System Study (GCSS) Pacific Cross-section Intercomparison (GPCI) Investigation of Clouds (MAGIC) field campaign and ECMWF Reanalysis version 5 (ERA5) global reanalysis data are used to assess characteristics of the elevated ducting layer along a transect over the northeastern Pacific Ocean from Los Angeles, California, to Honolulu, Hawaii. The planetary boundary layer (PBL) height (PBLH) increases as the strength of the refractivity gradient decreases westward along the transect. The thickness of the prevailing ducting layer remains remarkably consistent (∼ 110 m) in the radiosonde data. On the other hand, the ERA5 reanalysis generally resolves the ducting features well, but it underestimates the ducting height and strength, especially over the trade cumulus region near Hawaii. A simple two-step end-to-end simulation is used to evaluate the impact of the elevated ducting layer on radio occultation (RO) refractivity retrievals. A systematic negative refractivity bias (N bias) below the ducting layer is observed throughout the transect, peaking (−5.42 %) slightly below the PBLH and gradually decreasing towards the surface (−0.5 %). The N bias shows a strong positive correlation with the ducting strength. The ERA5 data underestimate the N bias, with the magnitude of the underestimation increasing westward along the transect.
Understanding ecohydrology and biodiversity in aquatic nature-based solutions in urban streams and ponds through an integrative multi-tracer approach
Authors: Warter Maria Magdalena , Tetzlaff Dörthe , Soulsby Chris , Goldhammer Tobias , Gebler Daniel , Vierrikko Kati , Monaghan Michael T.
Published: December 2024

Abstract. Rapid urbanization and climate change affect ecohydrology, biodiversity and water quality in urban freshwaters. Aquatic nature-based solutions (aquaNBS) are being widely implemented to address some of the ecological and hydrological challenges that threaten urban biodiversity and water security. However, there is still a lack of process-based evidence of ecohydrological interactions in urban aquaNBS, and their relationship to water quality and quantity issues at the ecosystem level. Through a novel, integrative multi-tracer approach using stable water isotopes, hydrochemistry and environmental DNA we sought to disentangle the effects of urbanization and hydroclimate on ecohydrological dynamics in urban aquaNBS and understand ecohydrological functioning and future resilience of urban freshwaters. Stable isotopes and microbial data reflected a strong influence of urban water sources (i.e. treated effluent, urban surface runoff) across stream NBS. The results show potential limitations of aquaNBS impacts on water quality and biodiversity in effluent-impacted streams, as microbial signatures are biased towards potentially pathogenic bacteria. Urban ponds appear more sensitive to hydroclimate perturbations, resulting in increased microbial turnover and lower microbial diversity than expected. Furthermore, assessment of macrophytes revealed low diversity and richness of aquatic plants in both urban streams and ponds, challenging the effectiveness of NBS in contributing to aquatic diversity. This also demonstrates the need to adequately consider aquatic organisms in planned restoration projects, particularly those implemented in urban ecosystems in terms of habitat requirements. Our findings emphasize the utility of integrating tracer approaches to explore the interface between ecology and hydrology, and provide insights into the ecohydrologic functioning of aquaNBS and their potential limitations. We illustrate the benefit of coupling ecological and hydrological perspectives to support future NBS design and applications, that consider the interactions between water and the ecosystem more effectively.
Soft sensor system for in-process eddy current microstructure characterization
Authors: Hütter Sebastian , Simonin Yury , Mook Gerhard , Halle Thorsten
Published: December 2024

Abstract. Non-destructive testing methods can be used for material characterization and quality control during manufacturing processes. For process control applications, a fast transformation of the measured signal to a small set of characteristic quantities is required. In this work, a soft sensor system based on digital data processing of an eddy current sensor system is developed and implemented. The analytical model for the voltage transfer function is based on an equivalent circuit for the sensor system. The data processing is implemented in software, and the resulting soft sensor is tested in experiments to show that it is possible to obtain useful material data for metals using comparatively simple sensor hardware in quasi real time.
Concurrent Bering Sea and Labrador Sea ice melt extremes in March 2023: a confluence of meteorological events aligned with stratosphere–troposphere interactions
Authors: Ballinger Thomas J. , Moore Kent , Ding Qinghua , Butler Amy H. , Overland James E. , Thoman Richard L. , Baxter Ian , Li Zhe , Hanna Edward
Published: December 2024

Abstract. Today's Arctic is characterized by a lengthening of the sea ice melt season, as well as by fast and at times unseasonal melt events. Such anomalous melt cases have been identified in Pacific and Atlantic Arctic sector sea ice studies. Through observational analyses, we document an unprecedented, concurrent marginal ice zone melt event in the Bering Sea and Labrador Sea in March of 2023. Taken independently, variability in the cold-season ice edge at synoptic timescales is common. However, such anomalous, short-term ice loss over either region during the climatological sea ice maxima is uncommon, and the tandem ice loss that occurred qualifies this as a rare event. The atmospheric setting that supported the unseasonal melt events was preceded by a sudden stratospheric warming event amidst background La Niña conditions that led to positive tropospheric height anomalies across much of the Arctic and the development of anomalous mid-troposphere ridges over the ice loss regions. These large-scale anticyclonic centers funneled extremely warm and moist airstreams onto the ice causing melt. Further analysis identified the presence of atmospheric rivers within these warm airstreams whose characteristics likely contributed to this bi-regional ice melt event. Whether such a confluence of anomalous wintertime events associated with troposphere–stratosphere coupling may occur more often in a warming Arctic remains a research area ripe for further exploration.
Abolitionist Creativity, Care, and the Shadow of Intellectual Property
Authors: Byrnes Chris R. , Choucair Vizoso Julia
Published: December 2024

This Article offers a theory and praxis of abolitionist creativity that situates and transforms the power of intellectual property in the political economy toward abolition. We begin by invoking the legacy of Sojourner Truth who, in addition to her better-known contributions, innovated radically with her copyright in the context of slavery abolition in the nineteenth-century United States. We show how Truth occupied the legal and economic structure that governs the expression of creativity towards her abolitionist goals. Inspired by her example, we argue that contemporary abolitionists can intervene in the intellectual property system in ways that unshackle creativity from its legal codification as a right to exclude. Reimagining creatorship not as a right to exclude but as a duty to care for each other and our ecological worlds, we offer strategies and examples of abolitionist creativity in two struggles: prison abolition in the United States and transnational solidarity with Palestinian liberation.
Tradition Is a Trap
Authors: Kiser Jessica
Published: December 2024

Native Americans seem to be implicated in a disproportionate share of trademark and branding disputes.  From the more obvious fight over the cancellation of the disparaging trademark previously used by the D.C. football team to more “every day” trademark registration disputes questioning whether the use of trademark containing the name of a tribe refers simply to a geographic location or “falsely suggests a connection” with the tribe.  For example, using “Shinnecock” as a trademark on cigarettes was prohibited for falsely suggesting a connection to the Shinnecock tribe, because Native Americans have a historical affiliation with tobacco products; however, a car company can sell “Jeep Cherokees” because no reasonable consumer would make the false connection between the tribe and cars.  This problem of “frozen” minority representations in trademark law is not limited to only Native Americans as prior scholars have explored how trademark law’s implicit focus on the white male consumer gaze has perpetuated stereotypical ideas and images of African Americans and Asian Americans, for example, at various points in United States history.  This Article adds to that scholarship by exploring the history of Native Americans in American marketing and trademark law to connect that history to modern cases brought by Native Americans seeking to protect their cultural identity.  The struggles of Native Americans to fight racist trademarks and marketing imagery illustrates how trademark law’s reliance on stereotypes is not simply a glitch in the system caused by the speed at which consumer perceptions change.  Instead, the entire trademark system is built on a Eurocentric framework with ideas of “tradition” and “authenticity” at its foundation.  A trademark system that prioritizes tradition necessarily privileges those in the majority, those in power.  Conversely, it can trap minority groups in their disadvantaged “traditional” positions.  Because of this trap built into trademark law, Native Americans likely cannot seek redress for trademark-related harms through the courts and instead should consider redirecting their resources to public relations and community organizing efforts.
CHANGES IN AIR TEMPERATURE IN MOSCOW IN THE ERA OF INSTRUMENTAL MEASUREMENTS
Authors:   Lomonosov Moscow State University, LOKOSHCHENKO M.A.
Published: December 2024

The total series of monthly and annual mean air temperatures T in Moscow for the entire period of regular instrumental measurements since 1779 has been studied. On average, over the past 243 years, the temperature in Moscow has been increasing by 0.012°C/year. The warming at the end of the Little Ice Age (at the end of the 18th century-the beginning of the 19th century) gave way to a slight cooling in the middle and end of the 19th century and, then, a current new warming since the beginning of the 20th century and its slight deceleration in recent decades. The strong warming in winter and spring is statistically significant, while in summer and early autumn, centennial changes in temperature are insignificant. The distribution functions of T are close to normal in summer and have negative skewness in winter. At the end of the 18th century, extremely low minimum air temperatures reaching -37…-39°С were registered in Moscow. Over 1780-2022, the annual mean air temperature has increased on average by 2.8°С on the Moscow periphery and at least by 1.6°С in the rural zone of the Moscow region. A degree of the Moscow climate continentality has generally been decreasing since the 1780s.
Temporal Trajectories: A Comparative Analysis of Mexican and Vietnamese Students’ Strategies in the Canadian Edugration System
Authors: Cervantes-Macias Maria , Delaisse Anne-Cécile
Published: December 2024

This paper compares Mexican and Vietnamese international students’ and graduates’ migration decision-making while navigating Canadian policies merging international higher education and migration or the “edugration system.” While this system offers a delimited temporal framework and a linear pathway to permanent residency (PR) for international students; we argue that it does not align with the temporality of international students’ and graduates’ plans and aspirations. We draw from interviews conducted with 15 Mexican students and six graduates as well as 10 Vietnamese students and 11 graduates. Our findings highlight participants’ migration strategies for transnational social mobility, from childhood to postgraduation. These strategies unfold distinctively in time, depending on the region of origin. Rather than embracing the homogenizing edugration time frame, there is a need to emphasize international students’ and graduates’ own temporality to foster a nuanced and critical understanding of their migration pathways.
L’OCDE et les politiques de professionnalisation de l’enseignement
Authors: Bacha Mourad
Published: December 2024

À partir des années 1980, le projet de professionnaliser l’enseignement connaît une diffusion mondiale et est fortement soutenu par de grands organismes internationaux. Parmi ces derniers, l’OCDE entame, à partir des années 2000, une reconception du professionnalisme enseignant, un projet toujours en cours. Les fondements théoriques de cette conception et la question du savoir enseignant ont peu été étudiés. L’analyse de contenu des documents de l’organisme (n=13) montre qu’il conçoit ce professionnalisme comme l’un des outils de réforme du secteur public en cohérence avec sa prise de position, au niveau de la gouvernance, en faveur de la nouvelle gestion publique.
The Impact of Self-Regulation-Based Strategies in Improving Learning Scientific Concepts Among Students with Learning Disabilities in the Intermediate Stage
Authors: Khasawneh Mohamad Ahmad Saleem
Published: December 2024

This study explored the self-regulated learning strategies common among students with learning disabilities in public schools compared to their regular counterparts. In the current study, the descriptive approach was followed to suit the objectives of the study. The study sample consisted of (320) students from the seventh grade, including (160) students with learning disabilities from public schools in Abha, Saudi Arabia. Another 160 students were also from the regular fourth grade in public schools. The study sample was chosen by a simple random method and at a percentage of 50% of its population.
The study used a self-regulated learning scale that Purdie had created for use in a foreign environment. The regular person knows how to learn, is self-motivated, and knows his capabilities and limitations, and based on this knowledge, he controls and organizes his learning processes, and modifies them to suit the objectives of the specific task. The results indicate that there are statistically significant differences in the strategy (goal setting and planning) and the strategy (record keeping and monitoring), depending on the variable type of student.
The Effect of Neurocognitive-Academic Training to Improve Chinese Handwriting in Children with ADHD
Authors: Jiang Han , Johnstone Stuart J , Sun Li , Zhang Da-Wei , Cheng Jing
Published: December 2024

Neurocognitive-academic training (NAT) is an innovative training model that aims to concurrently improve academic behavior and achievement for children with ADHD. We used a single-subject design with a changing criterion design to investigate the effects of NAT on improving behavior and performance during Chinese handwriting tasks for children with ADHD. Four children from varied backgrounds received the training in three phases (i.e., Behavioral Presentation, Strategy and Progression, and Maintenance and Self-reflection). Functional relationships have been established between NAT and on-task behavior, speed, and quality in Chinese handwriting tasks. Overall, increasing trends with large or very large effect sizes in the Maintenance and Self-reflection phase and the three-week follow-up could be concluded. This case study supports the use of NAT to improve academic-related behavior and achievement in practicing Chinese handwriting in children with ADHD. We also discussed the implications and limitations of this preliminary study and encouraged future inquiry.
ANTIEPILEPTIC DRUG EFFICACY IN CERTAIN GENETIC TYPES OF CHILDHOOD EPILEPSY
Authors: Marueva N. A. , Shirshov Y. A. , Shil'nikova T. N. , Ma-Van-de A. Y.
Published: December 2024

Objective: we aimed to study antiepileptic drug efficacy in achieving seizure remission in certain genetic types of childhood epilepsy.

Materials and methods. The authors studied 240 patients aged from 1 month to 18 years with epilepsy between 2019 and 2023. Children with genetic forms of epilepsy accounted for 69 (28,8%). In this group, remission was achieved in 13 (18,8%) of patients. Among them, there were 13 children (%) with certain forms of genetic epilepsy aged 5 to 4 (average 10 ± years), with 7 (53,8%) being girls and 6 (46,2%) being boys. There were 7 (53,8%) children with generalized epilepsy, including 5 (30,8%) cases of childhood absentee epilepsy. 5 (38,5%) patients had focal epilepsy, all of them had self-controlling epilepsy with central temporal adhesions. The study included one patient with an unspecified type of epilepsy (7.7%).

Results. The duration of remission ranged from 6 months to 7 years 2 months (me – 3 years 8 months). 11 children (84,6%) were in stable remission for 1 year or longer. Complete clinical electroencephalographic remission was observed in 7 (53,9%) cases. In other cases, regional and diffuse epileptiform activity was recorded in 3 (75,0%) and 1 (25,0%) case, respectively. Remission was achieved in 5 children (38,5%) who were taking levetiracetam, 6 subjects (46,1%) – valproic acid, 1 person – carbamazepine (7,7%). Persistent remission was registered in 4 children (36,3%) who were prescribed levetiracetam, 5 children (45,4%) taking valproic acid and 1 person (9 %) who was administered carbamazepine. 1 person (7,7%) was in stable remission after discontinuation of the antiepileptic drug.

Conclusion. Most of the children with certain types of genetic epilepsy under the treatment with antiepileptic drugs were in stable seizure remission. More than half of those observed were in a complete clinical electroencephalographic remission. Predominantly, seizure remission occurred with the administration of valproic acid and levetiracetam, with the same frequency in generalized and focal types of genetic epilepsy.
Experience of preservation of breast implants in patients with severe burns
Authors: Zinoviev E. V. , Vagner D. O. , Safonov M. S. , Soloshenko V. V.
Published: December 2024

Purpose of a study: to evaluate the possibility of preserving breast implants in patients with severe burns.

Material and methods. A patient G., 52 years old, was hospitalized in the Department of Thermal Injuries of the I.I. Dzhanelidze St. Petersburg Research Institute for Emergency Medicine due to burn disease, flame burns 37% (32%)/I–II–III degree of the neck, torso, upper and lower extremities. On the 2nd day after the injury, a patient with severe burns underwent excision on pre-augmented mammary glands to the level of adipose tissue with simultaneous skin grafting.

Results. On the 4th day after treatment, at least 80% of the area of skin grafts transplanted to the mammary glands was found to be engrafted, and further skin grafting was not required on them. In our case, early surgical treatment made it possible to avoid reactive capsulitis, the need to remove implants and achieve acceptable aesthetic and functional results.

Conclusion. Presented observation demonstrates the potential for the preservation of implants in the case of localization of burns on the augmented mammary glands.
Immunomodulatory and Anti-inflammatory effects of Camellia sinensis Extract on RAW 264.7 Mouse Macrophage Cell Lines
Authors: Hikmah Harun Nurul , Husna Mohd Khir Nur Syamimi , Tajudin Tuan Johari Syed Ahmad
Published: December 2024

Macrophages are essential components of the innate immune system that assist in treating or preventing immune-related diseases. Recently, synthetic medications are frequently used to address these aberrant disorders but presented several undesirable side effects. Camellia sinensis or also known as tea tree has the potential of becoming an immunomodulatory agent based on the previous researches that had been done. However, there has been no scientific data related to the immunomodulatory and anti-inflammatory activities of the plant on the normal model and lipopolysaccharides (LPS) induced model of RAW264.7 mouse macrophage cell lines. Hence, this in vitro study will determine the immunomodulatory effects of the plant on the innate immune responses of macrophages. Briefly, the effects of the plant extract were conducted after 24 hours of treatment on cytotoxicity and migration activities of normal and LPS-stimulated macrophages by using MTT assay and wound closure method, respectively. The results present that there was no significant difference in viability percentage and morphological changes between the treated cells and untreated cells in both models indicated no cytotoxicity effects. In addition, the results show the presence of migration activities in both models after the treatment with the C. sinensis extract. The rate of migration along with the wound closure percentage of normal model of macrophages had increased significantly in the treatment of C. sinensis extract as compared to the untreated macrophages for normal and LPS-induced macrophages. Overall, the current findings of this research suggested that the C. sinensis aqueous extract was able to induce innate immune responses of normal model and LPS-induced model of the macrophages. Therefore, this plant can be potentially developed in future as immunomodulatory agent to treat various immune-related diseases. Though, further studies were needed for the validation of the findings through various experimental studies in the future.
Evaluation of 3-Ethyl-5-fluoro-2-phenylimino-thiazolidin-4-one derivatives: Molecular docking against kinase protein and ADME studies
Authors: D. Kadam Shreyash , Mammen Denni , B. Nikam Laxmikant , R. Bagul Rahul , Borhade Ajit
Published: December 2024

A number of new compounds have been synthesized by the authors containing fluorinated thiazolidin-4-one ring. With the aim to assess the anti-cancer potential of all the synthesized derivatives,theywere computationally tested against 1T46 C-Kit Tyrosine Kinase protein. Almost all of the evaluated derivatives showed decent affinity towards the protein, with favourable binding poses through hydrogen bonding, halogen binding and pi-sigma bonding. The amino acid lysine at position 623 in the protein chain exhibited hydrogen bond formation with each compound, along with other amino acids. Furthermore, the in silico ADME predictions suggest that the majority of the synthesized compounds exhibit favourable drug-like characteristics, with low potential for adverse effects and toxicity. The molecules possessing oxygen-containing functionalities such as –NO2, -OCF3, -OCF2CF2H and –OH have been shown to be able to cross the Human Intestinal lining. The fluorine-containing moieties such as difluoro, trifluoro, -CF3, chloro-fluoro, and difluorobenzylamino were predicted in order to cross BBB (Blood-Brain-Barrier). Current study has revealed that the synthesized compounds show promising anticancer potential.