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Caribbean Island Movements
Authors: Cubero Carlo A.
Published: February 2025

Caribbean Island Movements explores the different ways in which being mobile is central to the production and reproduction of social identities on the Caribbean island of Culebra. Rather than seeing insularity and mobility, and its associations, as mutually exclusive components, this ethnographic study demonstrates how they mutually inform each other. The book proposes the term of "transinsularism" as a means to articulate the complex ways in which islanders construct a unique place for themselves in the world, while referencing and engaging in practices of movement.

Based on a long term relationship to the Caribbean island of Culebra, it describes how mobile islanders select from various, at times contradictory, discourses and practices in the process of fashioning their sense of island identity. It makes the case for a conscious social creative process where a group of individuals finds ways to narrativise a life-world that operates in tension with structural social forces associated with nation-building, colonialism, and "landed narratives".
South Africa, Race and the Making of International Relations
Authors: Thakur Vineet , Vale Peter
Published: February 2025

This book offers readers an alternative history of the origins of the discipline of International Relations. Conventional, western histories of the discipline point to 1919 as the year of the ‘birth of the discipline’ with two seminal initiatives – setting up of the first Chair of IR at Aberystwyth and the founding of the Institute of International Relations on the side-lines of the Paris Peace Conference. From these events, International Relations is argued to have been established as a path to create peace in the post-War era and facilitated through a scientific study of international affairs. International Relations was therefore, both a field of study and knowledge production and a plan of action.

This pathbreaking book challenges these claims by presenting an alternative narrative of International Relations. In this book, we make three interconnected arguments. First, we argue that the natal moment in the founding of IR is not World War I – as is generally believed – but the Anglo Boer War. Second, we argue that the ideas, methods and institutions that led to the making of IR were first thrashed out in South Africa – in Johannesburg, in fact. Finally, this South African genealogy of IR, we show in the book, allows us to properly investigate the emergence of academic IR at the interstices of race, Empire and science.
Culinary Diplomacy's Role in the Immigrant Experience
Authors: Gray Jennifer
Published: February 2025

In Culinary Diplomacy's Role in the Immigrant Experience: Fiction and Memoirs of Middle Eastern Women, the emergent field of literary food studies engages with international diplomacy studies to establish books with recipes as tools of culinary diplomacy. Foundational to the argument is culinary diplomacy scholar Sam Chapple-Sokol’s concept of Citizen Culinary Diplomacy which endorses public events that promote understanding of cultures and people. However, this study challenges that definition and argues that culinary fiction and memoirs are shared interactive experiences between the author, the readers, and the culture written about. Foundational to the study are twentieth century postcolonial literary theories of Homi Bhabha and Édouard Glissant and twenty-first century transnational theory of sociologists Julian Go and Ulrich Beck to recognize culinary diplomacy's vital role in international affairs. Culinary Diplomacy’s Role in the Immigrant Experience examines food as metaphorical expression in literature, and the impact of time, space, and place in developing diplomatic relationships between East and West in books by Diana Abu-Jaber, Donia Bijan, Joanne Harris, and Marsha Mehran.
Take-Home-Naloxon in Deutschland
Authors: Fleißner Simon , Werse Bernd , Klaus Luise , Schäffer Dirk , Kuban Maria , Stöver Heino
Published: February 2025

While Take-Home Naloxone (THN) is recognized as a lifesaver in countries like the USA and Canada, this harm reduction measure falls significantly short of its potential in Germany. This book provides an initial overview of THN, its distribution in Germany, and what would be needed to ensure nationwide access to prevent drug-related deaths. As part of the NALtrain project, staff from AIDS and drug support organizations were trained to offer naloxone training to people who use opioids. The book presents the project’s findings, derives recommendations for broader implementation, and lays the groundwork for advancing THN in Germany.
Das Gesamttatelement im Völkerstrafrecht
Authors: Deibel Gwen
Published: February 2025

Under the concept of the contextual element, this work provides the first legal doctrinal assessment of collectivity in international crimes. This contextual element is a unique feature of crimes under international law compared to offences under national law. The doctrinal analysis of the work focuses not only on the classification as a procedural or material element in the system of criminal offences, but also on the identification of a legitimate attribution mechanism between collective events and the guilt of the individual. The results of the doctrinal analysis are then scrutinised with regard to institutions of the ‘general’ part of the ICC statute.
Sanierungsprivilegierung und Beihilfenrecht
Authors: Hoppe Claas-Constantin
Published: February 2025

How can the income tax treatment of reorganisation-related debt restructurings be sensibly regulated without violating the European state aid rules? The author addresses this key question and comprehensively analyses the legal tax situation in Germany and France. In particular, a look at debt restructurings between related parties under company law reveals specific tax problems in each country. He urges the German legislator to improve the legal situation, particularly for restructuring shareholders. In addition to a dose of French pragmatism, only a systematic reorientation of loss utilisation proves to be state-aid-proof and economically sensible.
Manipulation of ovarian activity in camelids
Authors: Waqas Muhammad-Salman , Anouassi Abdelhaq , Tibary Ahmed
Published: February 2025

Camelid production has increased in importance in the world in recent years. The high demand for genetically superior males and the implementation of reproductive technologies requires the synchronization of ovarian follicular waves. This paper describes the state of knowledge regarding seasonality and follicular wave patterns in camelids. Reproductive seasonality in camels can be manipulated using artificial photoperiod or melatonin treatment. As in other ruminants, protocols for follicular wave synchronization are based on the elimination of the dominant follicle (induction of ovulation) or progesterone treatment. These protocols are described for breeding management and ovarian superstimulation in embryo donors. Induction of ovulation and initiation of superstimulation 2-4 days later (emergence of a new follicular wave) results in higher response in terms of number of ovulations and collected embryos.
Los desafíos del Desarrollo Sostenible: un análisis de las políticas medioambientales del gobierno de San Luis Potosí
Authors: Gloria Velázquez Mariana Lizzet , Maldonado Miranda Juan José
Published: February 2025

El cambio ambiental global está ocurriendo a un ritmo mucho más rápido de lo que se había previsto, lo que hace urgente que los gobiernos tomen medidas inmediatas para mitigar el daño al planeta. Esta investigación tiene como objetivo analizar los desafíos del desarrollo sostenible en el Estado de San Luis Potosí, donde la urbanización ha provocado graves problemas ambientales, como la deforestación, la erosión, la pérdida de biodiversidad, la disminución de los servicios ambientales y la degradación de los recursos hídricos. Para ello, se realizó una revisión bibliográfica y de campo con el fin de determinar el estado actual de la sostenibilidad en el estado. A través de este análisis, se propusieron estrategias desde la perspectiva de la gestión pública para abordar los problemas ambientales y promover un desarrollo más equilibrado. Uno de los temas clave de esta investigación es el concepto de desarrollo sostenible, el cual se define como aquel que satisface las necesidades del presente sin comprometer los recursos y las capacidades de las generaciones futuras. La importancia del desarrollo sostenible radica en su enfoque integral para mejorar la calidad de vida en todas las actividades humanas, utilizando los recursos naturales de manera eficiente y evitando su sobreexplotación. Este enfoque busca garantizar un equilibrio entre el progreso económico, la equidad social y la preservación ambiental, asegurando así un futuro más justo y sostenible para todos.
Isolation and Identification of Bacteria in Soil Samples in the Sub-Saharan Region of Sokoto, Nigeria
Authors: Yarima Safina Abdullahi , Danjuma Abdulrahim Muhammad
Published: February 2025

This study investigates the isolation and identification of bacterial species in soil samples from the Gwadabawa region of Sokoto, Nigeria, focusing on their potential roles in hydrocarbon exploration and degradation. Soil samples were collected, prepared, and analyzed using microbiological methods, including serial dilution, Gram staining, and biochemical assays. The identified bacterial species include Enterococcus faecalis, Proteus mirabilis, Bacillus pumilus, Bacillus anthracis, and Kingella kingae. Among these, Enterococcus faecalis and Proteus mirabilis were the most prevalent, accounting for 29% and 28% of the isolates, respectively. These bacteria exhibit characteristics indicating hydrocarbon-rich subsurface conditions, making them valuable for exploration efforts. Factors such as soil pH and texture influence microbial activity, favoring the growth of certain bacteria. This study highlights the potential of indigenous microbial species in hydrocarbon exploration and suggests biostimulation and bioaugmentation as strategies to optimize microbial applications in exploration and bioremediation processes.
THE IMPACT OF METAVERSE PERCEPTION ON THE PERCEPTION OF DECENT WORK IN THE FUTURE: A STUDY ON STUDENTS OF A FOUNDATION UNIVERSITY
Authors: Bayram Vildan , Çakır Temel Nisan Nur
Published: February 2025

The aim of this study is to examine the effect of individuals' perception of the metaverse on their perception of decent work in the future. In the study, 422 students studying at a foundation university in Istanbul were reached by using a survey method and a convenience sampling technique. SPSS 21.0 and AMOS 22.0 statistical software were used in the analysis of the collected data. Confirmatory factor analysis, item-total correlation, and Cronbach's Alpha types of analysis were used within the scope of the validity and reliability studies of the scales. Cronbach's Alpha coefficient of the Metaverse Scale was calculated as 0.90, and the Decent Work Scale was calculated as 0.81, and it was understood that the scales were reliable and valid. According to the results of the analysis, it was determined that the participants' knowledge, attitude, and awareness level towards the metaverse had a significant effect on their decent work expectations. A high correlation level was determined between the dimensions in the Metaverse scale. It was seen that the four dimensions in the Metaverse scale explained approximately 18% of the variance in decent work expectations. The research makes an important contribution in terms of understanding how the concept of decent work in the future is shaped by the perception of the metaverse and providing guiding information to employers and human resources professionals. The study can be said that the positive perception of the young generation, who will be entering business life, towards metaverse technologies may encourage employers to invest in these technologies in the future.
Peran Green trust Memediasi Pengaruh Green E-WOM terhadap Green purchase intention (Studi pada Konsumen Serum Avoskin di Kota Denpasar)
Authors: Putri Rahayu Ni Made , Jaya Agung Widagda K I Gst. Ngurah
Published: February 2025

membeli produk atau layanan yang memiliki dampak lebih rendah terhadap lingkungan. Niat pembelian ini dapat memberikan keuntungan bagi perusahaan. Beberapa faktor yang mempengaruhi niat pembelian tersebut antara lain green E-WOM dan green trust. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaruh green E-WOM terhadap green purchase intention, dengan Green trust sebagai variabel mediasi, pada konsumen serum merek Avoskin di Kota Denpasar. Penelitian ini dilakukan pada konsumen produk serum merek Avoskin di Kota Denpasar, dengan melibatkan 100 responden sebagai sampel penelitian. Data dikumpulkan melalui survei menggunakan kuesioner. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini meliputi analisis jalur, uji Sobel, serta uji Variance Accounted For (VAF). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa seluruh hipotesis yang diajukan dapat diterima. Green E-WOM berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap green purchase intention, serta memiliki pengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap green trust. Selain itu, Green trust juga memberikan dampak positif dan signifikan terhadap green purchase intention. Lebih lanjut, Green trust terbukti berperan sebagai mediator parsial dalam hubungan antara green E-WOM dan green purchase intention.
The effectiveness of jumping activities in the development of physical fitness in children aged 7-11 years
Authors: Yakimova Lyudmila , Chernyshov Vladimir , Peshkov Nikolay , Makhinova Maya , Chastoyedova Anna
Published: February 2025

The purpose of the study is to study the changes in the characteristics of the overall physical fitness of younger school-aged children engaged in jumping. The objectives of the research are to develop the content of physical education and health training for children aged 7-11 based on fitness jumping activities; to conduct measurements of the overall physical fitness of children aged 7-11 and identify possible changes under the influence of jumping.
Research methods and organization: analysis of scientific literature; survey; control tests. The study involved 38 children aged 7-11 who participated in fitness clubs in Krasnodar; the experiment lasted six months.
Research results. A program for physical and health-related activities with children aged 7-11 years in jumping has been proposed, addressing educational tasks related to teaching jumping techniques on mini trampolines, health-related tasks focused on the development of physical qualities and body systems, and educational tasks aimed at forming moral, volitional, and intellectual abilities. The monitoring of the physical fitness of the participants showed a high degree of improvement in strength, agility, and endurance among the children in the experimental group.
Conclusions. The pedagogical potential of jumping training, taking into account the characteristics of younger school-age children, has proven effective in developing physical qualities and enhancing their overall level of preparedness compared to other fitness technologies.
Keywords: children 7-11 years old, physical education and health classes, physical fitness, jumping, fitness.
Analysis of anthropometric indicators of sitting volleyball players
Authors: Yaroshenko Valeriya
Published: February 2025

The purpose of the study is to analyze the anthropometric indicators of sitting volleyball players.
Research methods and organization. Eight male athletes with disabilities (average age 39.4±4.5 years) engaged in sitting volleyball participated in the study. The testing included the assessment of linear anthropometric indicators. Statistical analysis methods were used to process the obtained data, which allowed for the establishment of relationships between anthropometric characteristics.
Research results showed the presence of correlational dependencies between certain anthropometric parameters, such as arm and leg length, which significantly influence the success of gameplay actions. The importance of considering these characteristics in the construction of the training process and the selection of playing positions has also been confirmed.
Conclusion. It is recommended that specialists working with sitting volleyball players take into account the anthropometric characteristics of the athletes when designing the training process. This allows for the inclusion of complexes of special exercises aimed at improving movement techniques and enhancing the level of physical qualities development.
AN OTHER[ED] PLACE: NHK’S SOMEWHERE STREET
Authors: Beattie Melissa
Published: February 2025

I have something of an ambivalent relationship with travel documentaries.  While I often enjoy them, as someone who partially specialises in media representation and has lived, worked and travelled outside my country of origin for the majority of my adult life, I frequently find myself critiquing the various portrayals.
Sistem Pendukung Keputusan Tingkat Kepuasan Pasien Terhadap Mutu Pelayanan Rawat Inap menggunakan Metode Service Quality
Authors: Nahak Efren Primus , Darsono Nababan  , Yoseph P. K. Kelen  , Leonard P. Gelu
Published: February 2025

Suatu pelayanan kesehatan dikatakan bermutu apabila mampu menimbulkan kepuasaan bagi pasien yang dilayaninya. Kepuasan pasien tidak hanya dilihat dari bagaimana sarana dan prasarana yang tersedia pada pelayanan kesehatan namun juga melihat bagaimana perawat melayani pasien dengan baik. Metode yang digunakan ialah metode service quality. Metode ini pertama kali dikenalkan oleh Parasuraman, Zeithaml, dan Berry dalam Lissa (2016), yang telah diuji secara empiris dan telah dikembangkan kedalam instrumen pengukuran untuk perspektif mutu menurut pelanggan yang meliputi lima dimensi, yaitu: Tangible, Reliability, Responsiveness, Assurance dan Empathy. Saat ini survei kepuasan pasien terhadap mutu pelayanan rawat inap di Rumah Sakit Umum Penyangga Perbatasan Betun masih secara manual, dimana Pasien harus mengisi form penilaian di kertas dan menyerahkan, kemudian admin Rumah Sakit menghitung nilai survei tersebut secara manual. Hal ini tentunya membutuhkan waktu yang lama dalam menentukan hasil survei tersebut dan juga Rumah Sakit sulit menentukan tingkat kepuasan pasien secara detail. Berdasarkan pengujian yang telah dilakukan dengan Black Box Testing, maka sistem ini sudah berjalan dengan fungsional sebagaimana mestinya. Sistem ini dapat membantu pihak Rumah Sakit Penyangga Perbatasan Betun dalam meningkatkan kualitas pelayanan rumah sakit bagian rawat inap dengan cepat dan akurat.
Sistem Informasi Peminjaman Dan Penggunaan Mobil Dinas Berbasis Web Pada Dinas Pemajuan Masyarakat Adat Provinsi Bali
Authors: I Made Suka Danawan I Made Suka Danawan , I Nyoman Yudi Anggara Wijaya  , I Gede Juliana Eka Putra
Published: February 2025

Against the background of the absence of an information system for borrowing and using vehicles where the data processing process still uses the manual method, this application is a solution in the application of a computerized system. This research emphasizes borrowing and using vehicles only, which is expected to make work more efficient and easier, especially in the division that manages the lending of official vehicles. The system for borrowing operational official vehicles at the Bali Province PMA Office is currently still using the manual method, namely by filling out a paper form and asking for approval for a superior's signature, according to the author, it is still not effective. Reports that are only in hardcopy form, which is likely to be scattered, will have an impact at a later date if you want to check the previous period's reports again. So, from the description above, the authors draw conclusions about the use of information technology to create a system that can overcome existing problems with the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) method for making applications using the Laravel 9 framework, and assisted by the application of Boostrav.
SISTEM PENDUKUNG KEPUTUSAN PEMILIHAN MAHASISWA LULUSAN TERBAIK DENGAN METODE AHP (ANALYTICAL HIERARCHY PROCESS) (Studi Kasus: Prodi Pendidikan Teknologi Informasi UIN Ar-Raniry Banda Aceh)
Authors: Ahmad Nazaruddin , Ulya Nuruddhafirah  , Putri Salsabila  , Salwa  , , Izzatul Rahmadhani
Published: February 2025

Pemilihan mahasiswa lulusan terbaik merupakan suatu hal yang perlu dikembangkan dalam lingkungan universitas. Pemilihan ini dapat membantu universitas memilih mahasiswa yang memiliki pencapain lulusan terbaik. Penelitian ini dapat mendukung prodi Pendidikan Teknologi Informasi(PTI) dalam menentukan mahasiswa yang menjadi lulusan terbaik selama proses perkuliahan. Penerapan sistem pendukung keputusan ini didasarkan kepada kriteria penilaian yang ditentukan oleh pengambil keputusan, kriteria yang digunakan yaitu IPK, Karya Tulis Ilmiah (KTI), TOEFL, dan Prestasi, sedangkan pengolahan data kriteria tersebut menggunakan metode Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP). Sehingga hasil penelitian dapat dengan mudah di gunakan oleh prodi pendidikan teknologi informasi dalam menentukan perangkingan mahasiswa agar dapat terpilih dalam katagori mahasiswa lulusan terbaik.
Protection measure against domestic violence restraining order to the victim of violence at a certain distance
Authors: Novaković Uroš
Published: February 2025

Domestic violence as a social phenomenon in the last two decades in the Republic of Serbia is becoming legally regulated. The large number of applications for domestic violence, as well as the processing by the court, shows that there are certain difficulties that the courts are facing. Existing data on the trend of violence indicate that something needs to be done to at least reduce this phenomenon, since complete eradication is impossible. It is necessary to delineate the cases that should be considered before the court from those that do not represent domestic violence. Accordingly, legal changes are imposed as one of the solutions. The connection between criminal and family legislation is reflected in the fact that the violation of the pronounced protection measure against domestic violence in civil proceedings entails criminal liability. The subject of analysis in the paper were judgments in which the restraining order is determined. An overview of acts of violence that lead to the imposition of the measure, as well as family members between whom this measure is imposed (spouses and ex-spouses, current and former extramarital partners, persons in an emotional relationship, in-law and blood relatives) is provided. Men, current or former spouses, are the most common abusers in court decisions. In all cases where a restraining order was issued, there was physical violence. At the same time, in almost all observed cases, a ban on further harassment is imposed, especially because physical violence, before or after its execution, is also characterized by psychological violence (insults, threats). The mere existence of psychological violence can be grounds for prohibiting further harassment. The use of alcohol appears, almost inevitably, as a cause of violence. In the observed verdicts, the smallest distance is 2m, which is almost ineffective due to the proximity in which the abuser and the victim can be found, while the largest distance is 300m. Criteria are provided for the court's assessment when the measure has been violated. Objectively approaching at a distance smaller than that determined in the judgment does not lead to a violation. The author advocates the application of a subjective criterion which states that there is an intention to violate the stated protection measure.
Impact of premenstrual syndrome on criminal responsibility of women
Authors: Stanisavljević Jelena
Published: February 2025

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a medical condition that occurs in women a few days before menstruation and is accompanied by a wide range of psychological and physical symptoms. Some of the most common psychological symptoms of PMS are restlessness, irritability, sudden mood swings, and angry outbursts. Due to the nature of these symptoms, the question arises whether psychological symptoms of this kind can influence or contribute to the commission of a criminal offense by a woman during the premenstrual period. If the answer to this question is affirmative, from the point of view of criminal law, should the existence of PMS in a woman at the time of the commission of the crime be of importance when determining the criminal responsibility of a woman? To answer these questions, the author of this paper defines PMS, explains its etiology, and describes the basic psychological symptoms that appear during this period. The author presents the results of research that indicates a significant connection between PMS and anger attacks in women, as well as research that indicates that there is a notable connection between PMS and women's criminality. In one part of the paper, the author considers how criminal law should assess the circumstances of existing PMS at the moment of a woman committing a crime. The author concludes that PMS should certainly not be seen as a universal defense for women who commit a criminal offense, but she does not exclude the possibility that in certain cases PMS can affect a woman's criminal responsibility in the sense that it can cause insanity, lead to sanity reduction or be taken into account as a mitigating circumstance in sentencing.
Latin America and the caribbean after independence: Review of historical and geopolitical movements
Authors: Ivanović Ivan
Published: February 2025

When we talk about the emergence of geopolitics in today's Latin America, it is necessary to state that during the colonial period in the so-called Power was distributed to the "New World" based on the principles of the division established by the Treaty of Tordesillas from 1494. Namely, Madrid and Lisbon, as the centers of the two most significant colonial empires of that era, clearly demarcated the zones under their dominance and influence. It is known that the western part of the "New World" belonged to Spain and the Eastern part to Portugal. Although geography directly influenced that the border line was never precisely determined, there was never a conflict between the two Iberian crowns. Holland and between which there were constant theses. The study of the geopolitics of Latin America in this century is not just a simple enumeration and explanation of wars, of a smaller or larger scale, threats of conflicts, border disputes and the creation of rivalries. It helps us to understand more easily the entire history of the 20th century as well as many phenomena of today.
Art and public space in the "city": The visual program of the Belgrade summer art festival (Belef) 2008 and 2009: A case study
Authors: Pekić Milica , Adamović Ana
Published: February 2025

This essay reflects the process of designing the visual arts program of the Belgrade Summer Art Festival (Belef) in 2008 and 2009 from the perspective of the curatorial team. In both editions, the program focused entirely on the art in public space. This essay deals with the wider context that influenced program orientation; it gives an overview of the program's participants and programs. It also offers an analysis of the production conditions of the festival. Finally, with the benefit of 15 years' hindsight, we will analyze the relationship between our aspirations at the time and the program's impact.
The street gallery: Fostering dialogue in public space through art
Authors: Čukić Iva
Published: February 2025

The diminishing presence of public spaces in urban settings poses a growing concern, driven by market-driven urban development trends. In cities like Belgrade, Serbia, this phenomenon threatens cultural vitality and community cohesion. Temporary urban practices emerge as a viable solution, activating these spaces through cultural and social initiatives. These interventions challenge conventional urban paradigms by prioritizing community engagement and cultural expression. The Street Gallery (Ulična galerija), located in downtown Belgrade, exemplifies this transformative potential by revitalizing an abandoned passage into a vibrant cultural hub. Through art exhibitions and community involvement, it fosters dialogue and social interaction, enriching the urban fabric. Overcoming obstacles such as resource limitations and bureaucratic hurdles, initiatives like the Street Gallery underscore the role of art in public spaces as a catalyst for social change and urban rejuvenation.
Activities of the library of Kučevo: Literature comes first
Authors: Dišić Jovana
Published: February 2025

This paper presents an overview of the most important activities of the National Library "Stevan Raičković" in Kučevo. The studied activities are the library discussion programme Bibliosalon, the literary magazine Maksim, the preschool program Knjiško moljče, the "Stevan Raičković" Award, and the "Golden Verse" Award. The findings show how the library has used these activities to achieve its goals, such as nurturing readers and audiences at the local level, supporting local creativity, actively participating in the literary life, shaping the literary scene at the national level, and establishing its place on the literary map of Serbia and the region. The paper describes the ways of using benefits of free digital marketing, with constant attention to the quality of the presented content. The principles underlying each of the presented activities are highlighted, with the most important principle being the prioritization of literature and the highest aesthetic values. In this way, the library wins attention of both the literary community and the broader public, justifying that attention by providing space for literature, expertise, and professional integrity.
Disseminated intravascular coagulation with massive pulmonary thromboembolism in a male newborn of a SARS-CoV-2 positive mother
Authors: Simović Aleksandra , Prodanović Tijana , Mihajlović Zorica , Savić Dragana , Živojinović Suzana , Ceković-Đorđević Jelena , Prodanović Nikola , Stojković Anđelka
Published: February 2025

Immune and physiological changes that occur during pregnancy may increase the risk of developing serious SARS-CoV-2 infections. In this paper a case report was presented about the non-infected newborn with 5-minute Apgar score of 8 who developed massive pulmonary thromboembolism in the first 36 hours of being born, from a SARS-CoV-2 positive mother without any symptoms. Careful monitoring of the newborn and determination of the coagulation status and inflammation markers on a daily basis could be justified in SARS-CoV-2 positive pregnancy.
Predictors of treatment outcome of surgical patients in the intensive care unit: Literature review
Authors: Bogdanović-Vasić Slobodanka , Joković Dragan , Pavić Katarina , Antonić Roland , Aranđelović Branimirka , Savić Nikola
Published: February 2025

Intensive care involves the care of life-threatening patients, i.e. care of critically ill patients who need intensive monitoring, treatment and care in order to maintain hemodynamic and respiratory balance, in order to reduce the number of complications and deaths. The aging of the population, the increased complexity of care, as well as the increasingly diverse pathology and symptomatology of certain diseases and conditions, influence the increase in the need for intensive care services in all branches of medicine, primarily in surgery. The aim of this review is to identify predictors of treatment outcomes for surgical patients in intensive care units (ICUs). Data were collected by searching several databases: PubMed, Google Scholar, Web of Science and Embase. A search was conducted for the past twenty years using the following keywords: intensive care unit, surgery, predictors, and treatment outcome. Included in our analysis were papers that analyzed the clinical outcomes of surgical patients who stayed in the ICU. It is observed that the predictors of the outcome of the treatment of surgical patients in ICU are: the severity of the patient's clinical picture before hospitalization, the type and scope of the operation, age, obesity, number of comorbidities, postoperative complications, but also the degree of organization of the health service and the competence of the health staff. Therefore, at the local, regional and global level, continuous monitoring and evaluation of predictors of treatment outcomes for surgical patients in the ICU should be developed, bearing in mind that life-threatening patients are hospitalized and that there is a high risk of complications and death. By identifying the predictors of the outcome of the treatment of surgical patients in the ICU, it will contribute to the adoption of strategies to improve the treatment of these patients.
COVID-19 vaccination acceptance among preclinical and clinical medical students
Authors: Maksimovic Katarina , Šipetić-Grujičić Sandra , Ilić-Živojinović Jelena , Tomanić Milena , Vujčić Isidora
Published: February 2025

Introduction/Aim: Health workers and medical students played an important role in the COVID-19 pandemic, so their responsibility, knowledge and attitudes towards vaccination were very important in the pandemic. The aim of this study was to examine COVID-19 vaccination acceptance among medical students according to their year of study. Methods: In this cross sectional study730 students of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Belgrade participated, of which 332 were preclinical students (45.5%) and 398 (54.5%) clinical students. The study was conducted between December 1, 2022 and January 31, 2023 based on a specially designed questionnaire, which the students filled out anonymously and on a voluntary basis. Results: The largest number of students declared that they have never been infected with COVID-19 (63.0%). Clinical students were significantly more vaccinated (94.5% vs 87.3%, p=0.001). As the most common reasons for vaccination, students state the desire to protect the people around them (64% preclinical and 71% clinical, p=0.594), availability of vaccine (27% preclinical and 33% clinical, p=0.407) and recommendation by healthcare workers (30% preclinical and 27% clinical, p=0.111). The most common reasons for not receiving the vaccine were the suspicion that the vaccines have not been tested enough (52% preclinical and 59% clinical, p=0.407) and the fear of side effects (26% and 50%, p=0.059). Clinical medical students significantly more often regularly followed information about COVID-19 vaccine and received information from the Internet in comparison with preclinical students. Conclusion: The obtained results show a high coverage of vaccination among preclinical and clinical medical students. Timely and accurate information through the media and social networks can contribute to preventing misinformation and help the public health system in future challenges and campaigns.
Predictors of disease severity in COVID-19 patients
Authors: Đurić Milivoje , Makević-Đurić Mirjana , Kavećan Ivana , Vujčić Isidora , Maksimović Nataša , Maksimović Katarina , Georgievski-Brkić Biljana , Maksimović Jadranka
Published: February 2025

Background/Aim: In the clinical picture of COVID-19 respiratory symptomatology dominates, but it is basically a multisystemic disorder. The aim of this study was to identify predictors of severe forms of COVID-19 defined as the need for assisted ventilation (non-invasive or invasive mechanical ventilation). Methods: The research was conducted as a retrospective cohort study at the General hospital "Laza K. Lazarević" in Šabac for the period from1.4.2020. to 14.11.2020. The relationship between demographic and clinical parameters of patients and the need for assisted ventilation was examined by logistic regression analysis. Results: The study included 516 patients, 334 male subjects (64.7%), with the age of60 and over (52.7%). The most commonly reported symptoms were fever (89%) and generalized weakness (68.8%). Mechanical ventilation was required by 44 patients, majority of whom were male (64.7%). The dominant comorbidities in mechanically ventilated group were hypertension (63.6%) and diabetes (22.7%). According to multivariate analysis independent risk factors for assisted ventilation were: fever (p=0.016), duration of illness more than seven days before hospitalization (p=0.023), oxygen saturation (sO2) <90% (p=0.002), arrhythmia(p=0.001), leukocytosis(p=0.034), and CRP≥50 mg/l (p=0.002). Conclusion: The risk of assisted ventilation was higher in patients with fever, sO2<90% on admission to hospital, duration of illness more than seven days before hospitalization, arrhythmia, leukocytosis, lymphopenia<1.0x109 and CRP>50 mg/l.
Implementation of decent work standards on platform workers: Different approaches
Authors: Jašarević Senad , Božičić Darko
Published: February 2025

The question of the legal status of platform workers has occupied the attention of the professional public for quite a time, but still remains without an unified answer. Thus, in judicial practice there are situations where different courts make different decisions under the same or similar factual circumstances. On the other hand, there are different views in the labour law theory regarding the aformentioned question. They start from equating platform workers with the employees. This approach is undoubtedly the most favorable for platform workers because it implies that they enjoy all the employment relationship rights. Opposite to this position is the idea of introducing a certain scope of rights that would be enjoyed by platform workers. In this connection, the question arises as to what rights would that entail and to what is their scope? The answer contains several alternatives. The first is based on establishing a special legal category for platform workers, for whom the enjoyment of a limited set of rights from the employment relationship is foreseen. Second alternative comes from the ILO. In this organization's study on digital platforms, the ILO lists three groups of rights that can and have to be applied to platform workers, citing specific sources of ILO in this regard. Although certain instruments that ensure the protection of the social and economic position of platform workers are aimed at particular occupations, the study concludes that it is about the rights that are necessary to protect the specific position of platform workers. But still the main question remains unanswerd - how to ensure the application of all those instruments and the rights contained in them to platform workers?
International jurisdiction of Serbian courts and copyright infringement over the internet: An interpretation of article 53 paragraph 1 of the Serbian PIL code
Authors: Đundić Petar
Published: February 2025

The nature of the internet as a means of communication and in formation exchange gives rise to specific problems in private international law. One of them refers to the determination of international jurisdiction in cases of violation of economic and moral rights of authors committed through the use of the internet. In the context of Serbian law and in connection with this type of disputes, domestic courts have an opportunity to provide an answer to the question of how to interpret the provision of Article 53 paragraph 1 of the Serbian PIL Code, which establishes jurisdiction of Serbian courts for disputes arising from non-contractual liability in cases in which the damage occurred on the territory of Serbia. The paper argues that, in these type of disputes, it is inappropriate to equate the place where the damage occurred with the place from which it is possible to access the protected content. Instead, the existence of a strong connection between the dispute and Serbia and the protection of the interests of both parties in the proceedings are better protected by the acceptance of jurisdiction in a situation where it is possible to conclude that the actions of an alleged infringer were directed towards internet users on the territory of Serbia.
Experimental studies of the acoustic and mechanical properties (compression) of materials made from industrial waste
Authors: Rezakalla Antypas Imad
Published: February 2025

Noise negatively impacts human health and the environment, making it a pressing issue in the context of industrial development and urbanization. The objectives of this research include the production of durable panels from waste materials with gypsum as the binder, the study of their acoustic properties and sound absorption coefficient compared to traditional materials, as well as the analysis of mechanical properties and resistance to compressive forces. To conduct acoustic and mechanical studies, 36 special samples in the form of panels were manufactured from a mixture of gypsum with rubber and cork waste in various combinations, with the addition of polymer material and maintaining a specific water-to-powder ratio. Acoustic properties were determined using a device operating on the principle of "transmitter-receiver," while mechanical properties were assessed through compression testing. The results showed that all samples containing rubber and cork waste had a sound absorption coefficient higher than 0.35, which increased with frequency and decreased with increasing material density. An increase in the proportion of waste contributed to greater porosity and, consequently, improved sound absorption. Mechanical testing of the samples under compression demonstrated that their failure limit was reached at loads of up to 15 kN. Comparison with benchmark studies confirmed the effectiveness of utilizing recycled materials.
IMPACT OF GLOBAL WARMING ON BIODIVERSITY AND ITS CONSERVATION: PRESENT STATUS AND FUTURE STRATEGY
Authors: Ajaypal Singh
Published: February 2025

The research paper "Impact of Global Warming on Biodiversity and its Conservation: Present Status & Future Strategy" comprehensively examines the profound repercussions of global warming on biodiversity, elucidating the current state and proposing future conservation strategies. The escalating anthropogenic greenhouse gas emissions have triggered unprecedented climate changes, profoundly influencing ecosystems and species across the globe. This paper synthesizes recent scientific findings and analyses the direct and indirect impacts of global warming on biodiversity, encompassing alterations in habitat distribution, shifts in species' ranges, phenological changes, and elevated extinction risks. Moreover, the study underscores the importance of conserving biodiversity and explores innovative approaches to mitigate global warming's impact on vulnerable ecosystems and species. It advocates for collaborative efforts among policymakers, conservationists, and the global community to implement sustainable strategies and foster resilience in biodiversity facing the challenges posed by a rapidly warming planet. Through a balanced synthesis of scientific evidence and conservation insights, this research paper provides an essential framework to safeguard the diverse web of life and preserve our planet's ecological integrity for future generations.
Aves migratorias neárticas– neotropicales en el departamento de Antioquia (Colombia): una revisión con datos de eBird
Authors: Tejada-Arango Ricardo , Garizábal-Carmona Jaime A. , Martínez-Arias Víctor M.
Published: February 2025

In this study, we reviewed the records of Nearctic-Neotropical migratory bird species for Antioquia (Colombia) available on eBird from October 1975 to April 2023. Based on 81.378 records made by 4.295 observers and 7.596 localities, we report 93 Nearctic-Neotropical migratory bird species for Antioquia, including six endangered species, seven species with first time records for the department, and ten uncertain species (i.e., without verifiable evidence). We found the highest species richness at Tulepena, (Carepa) and Rio Claro (San Francisco), both lowland localities dominated by natural land cover in wet biogeographical provinces. In addition, we report ten species considered uncertain. In this work, we highlight the value of eBird data to develop scientific research, although careful data management is needed to reduce sampling biases and enhance the accuracy of information.
PENGARUH DISIPLIN KERJA, BUDAYA ORGANISASI, DAN LINGKUNGAN KERJA FISIK TERHADAP KINERJA KARYAWAN (Pada PT. PANASONIC MANUFACTURING INDONESIA)
Authors: Ihsan Amanulloh , Yaman Bahrul
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji pengaruh disiplin kerja, budaya organisasi, dan lingkungan kerja fisik terhadap kinerja karyawan. Penelitian dilakukan menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan karyawan PT Panasonic Manufacturing Indonesia sebagai subjek penelitian. Total populasi penelitian berjumlah 130 karyawan, dan teknik pengambilan sampel yang digunakan adalah simple random sampling dengan jumlah sampel sebanyak 98 karyawan. Data dikumpulkan melalui kuesioner dan dianalisis menggunakan model regresi linier berganda dengan bantuan software SPSS versi 26. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa disiplin kerja, budaya organisasi, dan lingkungan kerja fisik secara bersama-sama memiliki pengaruh terhadap kinerja karyawan. Secara individual, disiplin kerja memiliki pengaruh signifikan terhadap kinerja karyawan dengan nilai signifikansi 0,000, budaya organisasi memberikan pengaruh signifikan dengan nilai signifikansi 0,000, dan lingkungan kerja fisik berpengaruh signifikan dengan nilai signifikansi 0,000. Koefisien determinasi (Adjusted R Square) menunjukkan nilai sebesar 87,1%.
Analisis Kesalahan Berbahasa pada Teks Pidato Persuasif Siswa Kelas 9J SMPN 9 Tasikmalaya
Authors: Assyifa Rahman  , Sabrina Fajriani Nuramali  , Resha Zakiyatussolihah  , Ai Siti Nurjamilah
Published: February 2025

This research is entitled "Analysis of language errors in persuasive speech texts for class 9J students at SMPN 9 Tasikmalaya". The aim of this research is to find out language errors in persuasive texts. The approach used in this research is a qualitative descriptive approach. The data used in the research are words in persuasive texts that experience errors in aspects of phonology, morphology and spelling. The technique used in this research is the listening and note-taking technique. This listening technique is used to obtain data by reading and listening to the use of language in the form of speech texts written by students, then the note-taking technique, namely writing down errors in the speech texts written by students. The results of the research show that the types of language errors that are most often found are errors in word usage, word selection and sentence construction that do not comply with correct Indonesian language rules. Factors causing this error include students' lack of understanding of language rules, as well as the influence of informal, everyday language habits. It's hoped that this research can provide insight into teaching Indonesian in schools, especially in improving the quality of students' written persuasive texts..