bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Comparative Evaluation of Share Values of Five Magnificent Technology Companies with Bitcoin and Gold Prices
Authors: Keskin Meltem
Published: February 2025

Especially new generation investors may prefer to use stocks of popular companies that use advanced technologies and cryptocurrencies as investment instruments. Gold, one of the classical investment instruments, still maintains its place among the commodity assets in the portfolios of investors around the world. These asset groups were evaluated in this study. As the first group investment tool, decacorn and hectocorn technology companies called the new generation the magnificent five; Company stock returns of Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, Alphabet, Nvidia Corporation and Tesla were analyzed. In addition, as the second financial asset, cryptocurrencies, which are used as investment instruments as well as being used in daily life with the evolution of technology, and Bitcoin (BTC), which remains popular among these cryptocurrencies, were the subject of the study. Finally, the study evaluated gold mines, one of the world's oldest valuable investment instruments, compared with other financial assets. The study examined the magnificent five stocks, BTC and gold ounce prices between the periods of 2020:01 and 2023:12, using mutual cointegration, vector error correction (VEC) and Granger causality analyses. Findings of the study; Short-term shocks caused by variables in BTC stabilise after about a month. In this process, as NVDA shares increase, BTC value decreases, and as gold value increases, BTC value increases.
Teoride ve Uygulamada Suçtan Elde Edilen Gelirlerin Vergilendirilmesi
Authors: Turan Deniz
Published: February 2025

Suçtan elde edilen gelirlerinin vergilendirilmesi, suç varlıklarının müsadere edilmesi ve kara para aklama suçları ile mücadeleyi içeren entegre bir stratejinin parçasını oluşturmaktadır. Günümüzde birçok ülkede ve Türkiye’de vergilerin suç gelirleri ile mücadelenin merkezinde yer almaya başlaması, suç gelirleri ile mücadelede radikal bir yaklaşım değişikliğini temsil etmektedir. Yapılan çalışma, suç gelirleri ile mücadelede vergilerin yoğun olarak kullanılmaya başlanmasının nedenlerini ve etkinliğini açıklığa kavuşturmayı amaçlamaktadır. Bu kapsamda çalışmada 20. yüzyılın başlarından itibaren ekonomik suçların yoğun yaşandığı özellikle belli başlı gelişmiş ülkeler ile Türkiye’de suç gelirlerinin vergilenmesine yönelik düzenlemeler incelenmiştir. Bu çalışmanın bulguları şunlardır; suç gelirleri ile mücadelede, müsadere mekanizması yetersiz kalabilmektedir. Kolluk yöntemleriyle ve müsadere kararları ile mücadelede yetersiz kalınan suç örgütlerinin faaliyetleri, suç gelirlerinin vergilenmesi ile sekteye uğrayabilmektedir. Suça bulaşmış tüm maddi menfaatlerin ve gelirin vergi kapsamına alınması, kayıt dışı ekonominin azalmasına, vergi adaletinin ve sonuçta vergi ahlakının artmasına ve suç örgütlerinin yöneticilerinin vergi kaçakçılığı nedeniyle hapis cezaları almalarına imkân verecektir. Suç gelirlerinin müsadere edilmesi vergilemeye engel olmamalıdır. Suç gelirlerinin ele geçirilmesine yönelik etkin bir vergi politikası için vergi yasalarının suç gelirlerinin kaynağının tespit edilip edilmemesine bakılmaksızın, sadece yasal ve yasadışı geliri değil, suçtan elde edilen tüm maddi menfaatleri ve geliri vergiye tabi tutacak şekilde düzenlenmesi gerekmektedir.
Directed Technical Change for Green Economy: The Role of Innovation and Technology Spillovers
Authors: Çayır Bilal
Published: February 2025

This paper reviews the models of directed technical change in the environmental context, both theoretically and empirically, with a specific emphasis on cross-sector technology spillovers. It is well-established that the direction of technological change is not uniform across production factors and does not progress neutrally. The objective is to assess whether empirical literature aligns with the theoretical insights of the model. Also, we aim to determine whether cross-sector technology spillovers impact the direction of innovations through changes in relative productivity levels during the transition process to a low-carbon economy. Our review suggests that the empirical literature is mainly expanding with research on energy types, cost, and efficiency measures and directed innovations in clean technologies are responsive to environmental policy. A limited number of studies reveal the significant impact of spillovers in directed technical change models, contributing to the advancement of clean energy and the fight against climate change. Overall, the interplay between cross-sector technology spillovers and environmental policies promoting green innovation may provide valuable insights into efforts to fight against climate change.
Sürdürebilir Turizm Ekonomisi Üzerine Bibliyometrik Analiz İncelemesi
Authors: Yağmur Ayten
Published: February 2025

Sürdürülebilir turizm ekonomisi çalışmaları için akademik literatürde araştırma eğiliminin istikrarlı biçimde arttığı görülmektedir. Hızlı biçimde kitlesel olarak artan araştırma yığınları neticesinde alana yönelik bütüncül ve güncel değerlendirme yapmak sürdürülebilir turizm alanına dair içgörünün elde edilmesi için gerekli hale gelmiştir. Bu hususta sürdürülebilir turizm ekonomisine yönelik bibliyografik veriler Web of Science (WoS) veri tabanından elde edilmiştir. 2015-2023 yılları aralığında yer alan 693 yayına ulaşılmıştır. CiteSpace paket programı ile elde edilen bulgulara göre; anahtar kelimeler, anahtar kelimelerin atıf patlaması, en fazla yayın yapılan ülkeler, anahtar kelimelerin zaman çizelgesi, konunun yer aldığı disiplinler arası iş birliği haritası ve dergi atıf analizleri incelenmiştir. En fazla atıf alan kelimelerin “political economy”, “sustainable development”, “governance economic” olduğu görülmüş ve yapılan yayımların en fazla 2021 yılında ivme kazandığı, en fazla makalelerin sosyal bilimler atıf indeksinde yayınlandığı görülmüştür. En çok yayın yapan ilk iki ülkenin ise sırasıyla Çin Halk Cumhuriyeti ve Amerika Bileşik Devletleri olduğu belirlenmiştir.
Enerji Üretim İşletmelerinin Dijital Hizmet Sektörüne Entegrasyonu: SWOT Matrisi Çerçevesinde Senkron Enerji Vaka Analizi
Authors: Oğan Ela
Published: February 2025

Araştırmanın amacı, enerji üretim işletmelerinin dijital hizmet sektörüne entegrasyon sürecini ortaya çıkarmaktır. Bu amaç doğrultusunda, enerji üretim hizmeti sunan bir şirketten, dijital hizmetlere yönelmiş yeni bir şirketin kuruluşu ele alınarak süreçte izlediği yol haritası belirlenmeye çalışılmıştır. Araştırmada, teorik çerçeve ışığında Senkron Enerji işletmesine yönelik keşifsel bir vaka analizi gerçekleştirilmiştir. Yarı yapılandırılmış görüşme formu aracılığıyla üst düzey bir yöneticiyle derinlemesine mülakat yapılarak veriler elde edilmiştir. Elde edilen verilen teorik çerçeve temelinde sınıflandırılarak yorumlanmış ve genellenebilir bulgulara ulaşılmıştır. Dijital hizmetlere adaptasyon sürecinde özellikle kültürel uyumun sağlanmasının kritik unsur olduğu belirlenmiştir. Bununla birlikte dijital hizmetleri gerçekleştirilmesi için ana iş kolu ile ilgili bütün alanlarda performansın üst seviyeye çıkarılmasının, finansal ve altyapı konularında tüm koşulların sağlanmasının ve buna göre stratejilerin oluşturulmasının temel unsurlar olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Aynı zamanda Senkron Enerji SWOT matrisi ortaya çıkarılmıştır. Dijital olgunluk seviyesine ulaşma, iş birliği, yeni oluşum, güçlü liderlik, yeni pazar gibi konular Senkron Enerji’nin güçlü yönleri ve fırsatları olarak belirlenmiştir. Bu açıdan keşifsel nitelikteki araştırmanın yeni oluşumlara yön vermesi bakımından dijitalleşme sürecindeki işletmelere ve literatüre katkı sağlaması beklenmektedir.
Креативные индустрии в ХМАО-Югре
Authors: Чубарова С.О. , Ладыженская Т.П.
Published: February 2025

В статье рассмотрено понятие «креативные индустрии», которое охватывает как творческие, так и инновационные направления. В частности, акцентируем внимание на тенденциях развития сферы в Ханты-Мансийском автономном округе – Югре. Представлены законодательные документы, которые влияют на развитие отрасли как на уровне всей страны, так и в рамках конкретного региона. Дана пояснительная информация к распоряжениям и законам, а также представлена статистика заинтересованности и занятости трудовых ресурсов в сфере креативных индустрий. Данные цифры являются основным показателям текущего состояния креативных индустрий. Продемонстрирован реальный пример в данной сфере, также выделена проблемная область и обоснована актуальность. Именно конкретные кейсы, основанные на реальном опыте, способствуют активному росту креативных индустрий, а также формируют список рекомендаций по улучшению ситуации в регионе.
Анализ расходов на развитие пенитенциарной системы в России
Authors: Бойкова А.В. , Сизова В.В.
Published: February 2025

Результативность ресоциализации бывших заключенных является объектом исследования широкого круга специалистов. Цель статьи заключается в поиске путей повышении эффективности инвестиций в развитие пенитенциарной системы за счет снижения уровня преступности и рецидивизма в долгосрочной перспективе путем обеспечения надлежащей реабилитации заключенных. В статье предпринята попытка на основе ретроспективного анализа затрат на содержание системы исполнении наказаний выявить факторы, от которых они зависят, и показать взаимосвязь между такими переменными, как стоимость тюремного заключения, количество заключенных и уровень рецидивов преступлений. Это в дальнейшем позволит разработать меры по совершенствованию реабилитационных программ, реализуемых в пенитенциарных учреждениях.
Умные технологии в управлении режимными объектами
Authors: Жокабине Н.Ф. , Щербакова Е.В.
Published: February 2025

В данной статье рассмотрены особенности внедрения и применения умных технологий в управлении режимными объектами, для чего был проведен анализ умных технологий по основным задачам управления в условиях цифровизации, установлены алгоритмы их решения с применением умных технологий на режимных объектах, что позволило обосновать целесообразность внедрения таких технологий. Также выделены виды баз данных по объекту сбора информации, к которым отнесены базы данных, собранные людьми, базы данных, собираемые автоматизированными датчиками и базы данных, собранные людьми и автоматизированными датчиками.Перечислены основные цели внедрения умных технологий в управление режимными объектами. С целью оценки будущего эффекта проведения модернизации управления режимными объектами на основе умных технологий приведены положительные и отрицательные последствия, которые позволили обосновать необходимость данного процесса, обусловленного высокой конкурентоспособностью в долгосрочной перспективе.
M. Fatih Karakaya, Şimdi Al Sonra Öde: Borçla Satın Almanın Tarihsel Sosyolojisi [“Buy Now Pay Later / Historical Sociology of Buying with Debt”], Vakıfbank Kültür Yayınları, 2023, 464 p.
Authors: Uysal Ömer Faruk
Published: February 2025

This is a review of Buy Now, Pay Later: The Historical Sociology of Buying with Debt by M. Fatih Karakaya.
Structure-Activity Relationships and Design of Focused Libraries Tailored for Staphylococcus aureus Inhibition
Authors: Marbán-González Alberto , Medina-Franco José L.
Published: February 2025

Staphylococcus aureus is a bacterium classified among the ESKAPE pathogens, which are anticipated to pose a significant global health emergency in the coming decades. The FabI enzyme, present in both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, is a key enzyme involved in fatty acid synthesis II (FAS-II). In this study, we utilized transformation rules to expand the chemical space from the most potent S. aureus FabI inhibitors. Three newly generated focused libraries, named INDDS, DIADS, and PYRDS, encompassed 172,026 compounds. These compounds were ranked based on structural similarity and predicted pIC50 values obtained from machine learning models. This approach allowed to prioritize compounds in each focused library targeting S. aureus FabI. We analyzed the pharmacological properties and chemical space diversity of the S. aureus FabI inhibitors to gather relevant insights and support the prioritization of compounds for further study. The three newly generated libraries are freely available at https://github.com/DIFACQUIM/S.aureus_inhibitors
Physicochemical properties of tire-derived para-phenylenediamine quinones - A comparison of experimental and computational approaches
Authors: Maguire Simon , Zvekic Misha , Jaeger Angelina , Monaghan Joseph , Krogh Erik , Wiebe Heather
Published: February 2025

Para-phenylenediamine (PPD) compounds are added to tire rubber at percent levels to sacrificially react with oxidants for prolonged service life. Recently, the PPD transformation product N-(1,3-dimethylbutyl)-N’-phenyl-p-phenylenediamine quinone (6PPDQ) has been identified in roadway runoff as a potent toxicant for coho salmon (Oncorhynchus kisutch). As 6PPD may be phased out in favour of alternative PPDs, understanding the physicochemical properties of their corresponding quinones is important for predicting their environmental fate, distribution, and toxicity. Here, we present experimentally determined water solubility values for 6PPDQ and five structural analogues and find them to be several orders of magnitude lower than those predicted by EPI Suite, a popular Quantitative Structure Activity Relationship (QSAR) program. We also report octanol-water and air-water partition coefficients for PPDQs using Density Functional Theory (DFT) and QSAR approaches. Both methods provided similar rank ordering of compounds. However, DFT methods tended to underestimate log Kow values and overestimate log Kaw values relative to EPI Suite. We discuss the strengths and limitations of both computational approaches, the need for more experimentally derived values, and caution researchers interpreting predicted physicochemical properties, particularly for emerging contaminants for which QSARs may be poorly parameterized.
Electrochemically Resolved Acoustic Emissions from Li-ion Batteries
Authors: Samantaray Yash , Cogswell Daniel A. , Cohen Alexander E. , Bazant Martin Z.
Published: February 2025

New methods of operando non-destructive evaluation (NDE) are needed to better assess the health and safety of Li-ion batteries. Monitoring acoustic emissions (AEs) is a popular NDE method in structural engineering, but has not yet provided reliable assessments when applied to batteries. Here, we show that various electro-chemo-mechanical processes in battery electrodes (graphite and nickel-manganese-cobalt oxides, NMC) can be reproducibly identified by electrochemically resolved AEs, after eliminating electromagnetic interference and applying wavelet-based signal processing. First, we perform “acousto-voltammetry” to correlate acoustic activity with specific electrochemical processes, such as ethylene gas generation and NMC particle fracture, as confirmed by gas detection and ex-situ SEM imaging, respectively. Next, we show that AEs can be distinguished using wavelet-transform features. Electrochemically resolved AEs provide a new window into quantitatively monitoring battery degradation, offering insights into electro-chemo-mechanical processes and potential advantages over conventional methods to improve metrics for state-of-health, remaining useful life, and safety risks.
A Self-Regulating Shuttle for Autonomous Seek and Destroy of Microplastics from Wastewater
Authors: Kollofrath Dennis , Kuhlmann Florian , Requardt Sebastian , Krysiak Yasar , Polarz Sebastian
Published: February 2025

Microplastics pose a significant environmental challenge, causing harm to organisms through inflammation and oxidative stress. While, effective at capturing pollutants, traditional adsorbents are limited by their localized action and need for laborious recycling. We introduce a buoyancy-driven hybrid hydrogel that functions as a self-regulating shuttle, capable of transporting and degrading contaminants without external intervention. By leveraging thermally switchable buoyancy, the material cyclically ascends from the seabed to the water surface, where it facilitates pollutant degradation before descending to restart the process. This motion is enabled by vinyl-functionalized porous organosilica and thermoresponsive pNIPAM, which allow for reversible gas bubble storage and precise control over ascent and descent dynamics. As a demonstration, we applied this platform to microplastic decomposition, where light-induced reactive oxygen species effectively degrade collected particles. Catalyst concentration adjustments further optimize transport kinetics, enhancing efficiency across various conditions. While microplastic remediation showcases its capabilities, this shuttle represents a broadly adaptable system for sustainable pollutant removal and environmental remediation
Antiparallel to Parallel β-Sheet Transition of Amyloid-β is Promoted by the Ability to Incor-porate into Membranes
Authors: Heermant Saskia , Paschke Ronja Rabea , Kozuch Jacek
Published: February 2025

Alzheimer's disease is closely associated with the misfolding of amyloid-β (Aβ) peptides towards β-sheet-rich fibrils. Increasing evidence suggests that early-stage Aβ oligomers formed along the misfolding trajectory exert neurodegenerative effects by interfering with neuronal membranes eventually leading to cellular dysfunction. However, the mechanism and factors influencing these early events – particularly how the lipid membrane modulates the structural polymorphism of Aβ – remain debated. Herein, we use the enhanced plasmonic detection of surface-enhanced infrared absorption (SEIRA) spectroscopy to ask the question whether interfacial or transmembrane interactions alter the early stages of Aβ misfolding. Focusing on Aβ’s amide bands, we track the secondary structural changes when Aβ interacts with tethered bilayer lipid membranes (tBLMs) that either permit or prevent transmembrane incorporation, and quantify β-sheet fractions and orientations by comparison to computed spectra from density functional theory (DFT). We find that the incorporation of Aβ into membranes promotes the transition from antiparallel to parallel β-sheets, which are formed suddenly after a lag period indicating a cooperative process. The latter appears to be accelerated by negatively charged lipids, which are often discussed as a misfolding catalyst. Our results strengthen the proposals that misfolding involves the formation of ion channel/pore-like oligomeric structures.
Data Driven Learning para aprendizes iniciantes de inglês: uma experiência em um curso de estratégias de leitura
Authors: Santos Luana Viana dos , Pinto Paula Tavares
Published: February 2025

Este artigo apresenta as etapas de elaboração de atividades direcionadas por dados voltadas aos aprendizes de nível básico de proficiência em inglês de um curso de estratégias de leitura oferecido em uma universidade multicampi. Também é discutida a percepção dos alunos acerca das atividades por meio da análise de suas respostas ao questionário aplicado no final do curso. A elaboração do material didático se deu a partir do levantamento dos termos multipalavras do corpus de estudo, que guiou a extração de cinco artigos utilizados para o desenvolvimento de atividades do tipo hands on e hands off com o auxílio das ferramentas de corpora voltadas ao ensino CorpusMate (BAISA; CROSTHWAITE, 2023), Skell (BAISA; SUCHOMEL, 2014) e VersaText (THOMAS, 2020). O estudo baseia-se nos trabalhos da Linguística de Corpus (LC) e da abordagem Aprendizagem Direcionada por Dados, Data Driven Learning (DDL) (BERBER SARDINHA, 2000a; 2000b; 2004; 2005; 2011; BOULTON; COBB, 2017; BAISA; CROSTHWAITE, 2021; JOHNS, 1988; MARK; O’KEEFFE, 2022; PINTO et al., no prelo; TAGNIN; VIANA, 2011). Os resultados apontam como a DDL pode ser proveitosa para estudantes de níveis A1 e A2 desde que sejam feitas as adaptações necessárias.
Intricacia gramatical e densidade lexical: dois aspectos da escrita acadêmica
Authors: Rottava Lucia , Da Silva Antonio Marcio
Published: February 2025

Este estudo investiga a relação entre a densidade lexical e a intricacia gramatical na escrita acadêmica, seguindo os princípios de Halliday (1985b). A análise compara duas versões de um texto universitário – a original e a reescrita –, visando compreender sua complexidade linguística. Utilizando uma abordagem qualitativa, examinamos um texto selecionado de um banco de dados de textos escritos por estudantes universitários. Os resultados revelam que a reescrita tende a aumentar o número de palavras, e confirmam que a densidade lexical e a intricacia gramatical são inversamente proporcionais, como sugerido por Halliday. Essas descobertas ressaltam a importância de considerar ambos os aspectos na escrita acadêmica, oferecendo contribuições valiosas para alunos que buscam melhorar sua produção e compreensão de textos complexos em contexto universitário.
Early affective disorders in patients who underwent thrombectomy for thrombotic occlusion: comparison of objective and subjective assessments
Authors: Regusch A.V.
Published: February 2025

Background. The work is devoted to the comparison of subjective and objective assessment of early affective disorders in patients who underwent thrombectomy of thrombotic occlusion.

Purpose – to determine the features of self-perception of existing affective disorders in patients who underwent thrombectomy of thrombotic occlusion in the early postoperative period, and to compare them with objective examination data.

Materials and methods. During 2023–2024, a prospective study of 96 patients who underwent thrombectomy for thrombotic occlusion was conducted at the Center for Roentgen Endovascular Neurosurgery of the Kyiv City Clinical Hospital № 1 (Kyiv, Ukraine). The study of early psychiatric consequences took place in the early postoperative period – on the 7–8th day after surgery using clinical-anamnestic, clinical-psychopathological and psychodiagnostic research methods. An objective assessment of the affective sphere of patients was carried out using the Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HARS), the Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HDRS) and the Young Mania Rating Scale (YMRS). The Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) and the Altman Self-Rating Mania Scale (ASRM) were also used – diagnostic tools that are based on a subjective assessment of the severity of existing affective disorders.

Results. The features of self-perception of existing affective disorders in patients who underwent thrombectomy of thrombotic occlusion in the early postoperative period were determined. In particular, a dissociation was revealed between the indicators of objective and subjective assessment of the severity of depression and anxiety: a wide range of manifestations remained without attention of patients or were perceived by them as neurological consequences of a suffered cerebral catastrophe and/or performed surgical intervention; isolated cases of manic symptoms, identified by objective assessment by a specialist, did not correlate with the data of self-reports of patients, which also indicates the absence of criticism of patients on psychopathological manifestations of this spectrum.

Conclusion. The obtained data on the peculiarities of self-perception of affective disorders in patients who underwent thrombectomy for thrombotic occlusion form the basis for a personalized system of comprehensive rehabilitation of these patients.
Neuropsychological consequences and sleep disorders in mild traumatic brain injury: pathomechanisms, diagnostic approaches and literature review
Authors: Sarazhyna K.S.
Published: February 2025

Background. During wartime, the incidence of mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) has significantly increased among both military personnel and civilians. These injuries are often accompanied by neuropsychological disorders, including depression, anxiety, emotional lability, and sleep disturbances.

Purpose – this study aims to analyze the impact of mild mTBI on sleep, emotional, and behavioral functioning. To identify the pathophysiological mechanisms behind neuropsychological disorders and sleep disturbances, along with diagnostic approaches for their detection.

Materials and Methods. The article presents a bibliographic systematic review of data from PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science on the impact of mTBI on the development of emotional and behavioral disorders, as well as psychiatric conditions.

Results. Key pathophysiological mechanisms underlying these disorders include changes in neurotransmitter regulation, dysfunction of the prefrontal cortex, and structural damage to the hippocampus and amygdala. The relationship between sleepdisturbances, emotional state, and behavioral functioning has been characterized, highlighting their impact on decision-making, social adaptation, and patient’s quality of life.

Conclusions. Further research should focus on developing effective screening methods for diagnosis in wartime conditions, allowing for prompt interventionand improving rehabilitation outcomes.
COMUNICAÇÕES FRATERNAS E DESASTRES AMBIENTAIS: DIREITO, SAÚDE E MULHERES
Authors: Martini Sandra Regina
Published: February 2025

O presente artigo visa a refletir a inter-relação entre Direito, saúde e mulheres no contexto de desastres ambientes. A partir da perspectiva da Metateoria do Direito Fraterno desenvolvida por Eligio Resta e da perspectiva de uma Constituição da Terra proposta por Luigi Ferrajoli, são desenvolvidos fundamentos para pensar soluções de ordem simultaneamente global-local. O protagonismo das mulheres em movimentos socioambientais é frequentemente invisibilizado, em que pese o papel essencial que desenvolvem. Exemplos como o caso das idosas suíças que processaram o governo por não ter adotado medidas eficazes contra as alterações climáticas mostram como o direito internacional pode ser uma ferramenta para justiça climática, ao mesmo tempo que mostram os diversos desafios. As mulheres, além de enfrentarem os impactos desproporcionais das crises, lideram respostas inovadoras e comunitárias. A fraternidade é apresentada como uma ponte entre utopia e ação prática, conectando solidariedade, igualdade e liberdade. Isso possibilita resgatar a força simbólica da utopia como estímulo para mudanças estruturais no presente, evidenciando que crises ambientais exigem pactos globais e integração com ações locais, o que revela a premência de uma Constituição da Terra. A construção de um futuro sustentável pressupõe a desconstrução de paradigmas excludentes (a superação da lógica binária eu-outro). A fraternidade, também como base para promover a sustentabilidade climática, é vista como indispensável para superar problemas ambientais, sociais, promovendo uma convivência mais justa e inclusiva.
O PRÓ-ÉTICA COMO POLÍTICA PÚBLICA DE INTEGRIDADE: A ATUAÇÃO DA CONTROLADORIA-GERAL DA UNIÃO NA PROMOÇÃO DE INTEGRIDADE NO ÂMBITO PRIVADO
Authors: Reys Oliveira Lucas Mikael , Do Nascimento Carlos Eduardo , Flaminio Oliveira Letícia , Petean Fabiano Augusto
Published: February 2025

Este artigo analisa a atuação da Controladoria-Geral da União na promoção de integridade no âmbito privado, por meio da iniciativa denominada “Empresa Pró-Ética”, que busca fomentar a adoção voluntária de políticas de integridade, estruturas de governança corporativa e medidas de combate e prevenção à corrupção por empresas de portes e atividades econômicas variadas. Partindo do pressuposto de que o problema da corrupção é um fenômeno social que extrapola a esfera pública e que, portanto, deve ser enfrentado com a participação efetiva dos setores público e privado, analisa-se algumas redefinições de mercado que têm levado as empresas a se comprometerem em maior medida com a prevenção, detecção e remediação de atos de corrupção, assim como o papel da Controladoria-Geral da União, que uniu esforços e recursos públicos e privados para, por meio do “Pró-Ética”, conscientizar o setor privado sobre seu papel na redução da corrupção e promover a ética e a integridade no âmbito privado, assim como se faz uma análise regulatória do regulamento do Pro-Ética da edição correspondente ao biênio de 2022-2023.
LA PROTECCION DE LOS DERECHOS DE LOS TRABAJADORES “DELIVERY” O “RIDERS”: ENTRE LA LAGUNA LEGAL Y LA INTERPRETACION DEL JUEZ
Authors: E. Zalazar Claudia , Alí Nazar Jorge , Villar Julieta Patricia
Published: February 2025

En Argentina, como en otros países del mundo, la pandemia por COVID-19 generó un incremento considerable en el uso de aplicaciones de “delivery”, tales como Rappi y Pedidos Ya, entre otras. Si bien ello facilitó a las personas el acceso a bienes necesarios en un contexto de aislamiento, en especial productos alimenticios, a la vez generó un fuerte debate sobre la situación jurídica laboral de los prestadores de los servicios de delivery. La principal dificultad para resolver si se trata de una relación de dependencia laboral o de un vínculo comercial, reside en que el trabajo en plataformas digitales funciona a través de una cierta intermediación de la empresa dueña de la app de delivery, entre el cliente que solicita el delivery y el repartidor. Pero con independencia de la naturaleza jurídica de la prestación, lo que debe preocuparnos es la precarización de dicha actividad como así también la ausencia de derechos esenciales como la obra social, la protección de la indemnidad del trabajador, el seguro (ART), su posibilidad de jubilación, entre otros. Ante estas discusiones y si bien en nuestro país existen algunas propuestas legislativas, hasta que no se dicte una normativa específica, la palabra final la tendrán los magistrados al efectuar el análisis de cada caso concreto, lo que puede terminar generando, a la postre, inseguridad jurídica para dichos trabajadores.
LÍMITES DEL DERECHO CONSTITUCIONAL EN RELACIÓN CON LOS DERECHOS HUMANOS
Authors: Jaime Martínez Lazcano Alfonso
Published: February 2025

Se aborda la relación entre el derecho constitucional y los derechos humanos, destacando la importancia del control de convencionalidad, que asegura que las normas nacionales sean compatibles con los tratados internacionales ratificados por el Estado. Se enfatiza que las decisiones judiciales deben alinearse con los estándares internacionales de derechos humanos, y que cualquier norma que contradiga estos tratados debe ser modificada o interpretada en su conformidad. Además, se menciona el bloque de constitucionalidad en México, que integra la Constitución y los tratados internacionales, y se establece la obligación de todas las autoridades de promover y garantizar los derechos humanos. El texto concluye que la protección de los derechos humanos actúa como un límite a la supremacía constitucional, promoviendo un marco de justicia coherente con los estándares internacionales.
UV Weathering of Green Composites Based on Polyamide 6 (PA6) and Sunflower Seed (Helianthus Annuus L.) Husk, Pistachio (Pistacia Vera L.) Shell and Walnut (Juglans Regia L.) Shell Flour
Authors: Kuram Emel , Aydınlı Fatih , Akkuzu Ömer Faruk , Özçelik Babür
Published: February 2025

Current research aims to evaluate agricultural shells' potential for use at outdoor applications by determining the ultraviolet (UV) ageing of agricultural shell filled composites. Therefore, in current work, three different agricultural shells were utilized as natural fillers in the production of polyamide 6 (PA6) based composites. Dakota type sunflower seed husk, walnut shell and pistachio shell were employed as natural fillers. It was concluded that the tensile behavior of PA6 altered from ductile to brittle after the loading of pistachio shell, sunflower seed husk and walnut shell flour. Although the agricultural shell flour decreased tensile strength of pure PA6 polymer, the strength values were still acceptable in some applications and low price of agricultural shell flour filled PA6 composites made them feasible. In general, tensile strength increased slightly after UV ageing in agricultural shell flour filled PA6 composites. The highest increase was found with the 24-hour UV aged walnut shell flour filled PA6 composite. Although agricultural shell loading led to decrement in tensile strength of PA6 polymer, fact that these composites cause little change or even an increment in the tensile strength after exposure to UV ageing indicated that agricultural shell filled composites can be utilized in outdoor conditions. UV ageing increased the flexural strength of all agricultural shell flour filled PA6 composites and this result indicated that agricultural shell filled composites can be used in outdoor conditions. Among green composites, the greatest flexural strength was achieved by the 24-hour UV aged walnut shell flour filled PA6 composite.
A Study of Late Victorian Tea Advertising in The Illustrated London News
Authors:   The Korean Tea Society, Won Jae-Won
Published: February 2025

The late Victorian era, during which tea advertisements with illustrations were frequently published in the Illustrated London News, was a time when tea culture flourished and, in conjunction with the British Empire, became the foundation of today’s black tea culture. This study aimed to examine the tea advertisements of the United Kingdom Tea Company, Lipton, and Mazawattee Tea Company, published in this periodical in the late 19th century, and to understand the characteristic of the teas sold and their promotional strategies. To this end, the tea advertisements were reviewed to analyze the types, prices, and packaging of the teas. The three companies sold blended teas from China, India, and Ceylon or pure Ceylon tea, all of which turned out to be oxidized teas. The price of tea varied depending on the type and grade of the tea. Among the types of tea, Ceylon tea was the most expensive, and among the tea companies, Lipton's tea was the cheapest, and Mazawattee Tea's tea was sold at the highest price. The packaging of tea varied depending on the capacity and price, and included bags, canisters, chests, packets, tins, and hampers. Through the visual imagery of the tea advertisements, we inferred that tea companies used various techniques and strategies to promote tea and that they played a role in uniting the British people.
Comparative Analysis of Microbial Diversity and Amino Acid Content of Korean Traditional Fermented Tea ‘Chungtaejeon’ Produced by Various Tea Plantations in Jangheung, Jeonnam
Authors:   The Korean Tea Society, Kim Byung-Hyuk , Kwon Yun-Suk , Hong Ha Rim , Song Eun-Yong , Han Hyun-Hee , Moon Doo-Gyung
Published: February 2025

Chungtaejeon is a unique microbial fermented tea that has been passed down through generations since ancient times in Korea. Microbial fermentation contributes to the development of its distinct flavor during the fermentation process. This traditional Korean fermented tea is produced in various tea plantations across Jangheung, Jeollanam-do province. This study measured the bacterial community structure and the content of useful substances (amino acids and catechins) in Chungtaejeon produced at four different tea plantations in Jangheung. The analysis of the bacterial community revealed that Pantoea sp. was predominant in all the Chungtaejeon samples, with over 72% dominance, while a few bacterial communities excluding Pantoea sp. were found to be distinct. Also, the analysis of amino acids and catechin content in the Chungtaejeon showed high levels of theanine, L-aspartic acid, L-glutamic acid, γ -aminobutyric acid, ammonia (NH3), L-ornithine, and catechins, with variations observed among samples from different tea farms. These results suggest that the microbial diversity of Chungtaejeon may contribute to the quality and characteristics of the product. Moreover, the results can serve as foundational data for preserving and advancing the value and tradition of traditional Korean microbial fermented teas.
ACE Inhibitory Activity, DPPH Radical Scavenging Activity, and Metabolite Profiling of Extract and Fractions from Castanea crenata’s Inner Shell
Authors:   The Korean Tea Society, Hyun Sook Kyung , Song Si-Hun , Cho Jeong-Yong
Published: February 2025

Castanea crenata, also known as the Korean chestnut, is a species of chestnut tree native to Korea, Japan, and China. The C. crenata inner shell has long been used in oriental medicine and as a cosmetic in Asia. C. crenata exhibits curative properties, including antioxidant, anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, and anti-wrinkle/firming effects. C. crenata inner shell tea is often enjoyed for its nutty, slightly sweet flavor and purported health benefits. This study evaluates the angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitory and 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) free radical scavenging activities and metabolites of the C. crenata inner shell, a novel and excellent functional tea material. The ACE inhibitory activity and DPPH radical scavenging activity of various fractions obtained from the methanol extract of the C. crenata inner shell were evaluated, and the relatively highly polar EtOAc, n-BuOH, and H2O fractions showed high activities. Metabolite analysis was performed on the methanol extract and the fractions obtained from the C. crenata inner shell by using UPLC-ESI-QTOF-MS. In the LC-MS chromatogram of the MeOH extract of the C. crenata inner shell, 71 peaks were identified, including gallic acid, protocatechuic acid, ellagic acid, sugar alcohol, and sucrose. The results demonstrate the potential use of the C. crenata inner shell and its fractions as functional tea materials for beneficial health effects, including ACE inhibition and free radical scavenging.
Comparison of Antibacterial Activity of Cymbopogon citratus Ethanol Extract and Essential Oil against Streptococcus mutans
Authors:   The Korean Tea Society, Park Chung Mu , Yoon Hyun-Seo
Published: February 2025

This study examined the antibacterial effects of a lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) ethanol extract (LGEE) and essential oil (LGEO) against Streptococcus mutans. The antibacterial effects of LGEE were tested at concentrations of 125 mg/mL, 250 mg/mL, and 500 mg/mL. LGEO was analyzed at doses of 5%, 10%, 20%, and 30%. The results were obtained using the disc diffusion method, minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC), and minimum bactericidal concentration (MBC). The growth inhibition effect was measured 3, 6, 12, 24, and 48 hr after treatment. The growth inhibition effect of LGEE and LGEO was 14.89 mm at 125 mg/mL and 18.56 mm at 5%, respectively. Hence, the antibacterial effect of LGEO was stronger than that of LGEE. The MIC values of LGEE and LGEO were 0.8 mg/mL and 0.6-1.2% (v/v), respectively. The MBCs in LGEE and LGEO were 1.6 mg/mL and 1.2% (v/v), respectively. The growth inhibitory effects after 48 hr of incubation were 0.144 at 125 mg/mL, 0.132 at 250 mg/mL, and 0.123 at 500 mg/mL for LGEE compared to 0.603 for the positive control. In contrast, LGEO was 0.128 at 5%, 0.117 at 10%, 0.108 at 20%, and 0.105 at 30% compared to 0.628 for the positive control. As a result, the LGEE and LGEO exhibited significant antibacterial activity against S. mutans. A comparison of both agents revealed LGEO to have more potent antibacterial activity than LGEO. Lemongrass has been used as a tea and a spice in food, especially lemongrass oil, which has diverse uses because of its versatility. Future studies should examine the antibacterial effects of a lemongrass water extract, a lemon-like flavoring ingredient that can be easily added to children’s beverages, and different approaches to prevent dental caries.
Analysis of Jakseolcha and Joseon Tea Culture Reflected in the Veritable Records of the Joseon Dynasty
Authors:   The Korean Tea Society, Yoo Yang-Seok
Published: February 2025

The Veritable Records of the Joseon Dynasty is the most important document of the Joseon Dynasty and contains official court records of the period. This study examines the use of Jakseolcha and Ginsengcha teas during the Joseon dynasty. Eighteen ‘Jakseolcha’ references were discovered in the Veritable Records of the Joseon Dynasty from the second year of King Taejong (1402) to the fourteenth year of King Injo (1636). Jakseolcha is referenced as an indigenous product, a gift to a Chinese envoy, a tribute to China, a traveling allowance for the Joseon diplomatic mission to Japan, and a Joseon custom. Chinese envoys often requested Jakseolcha and Joseon teas from the Joseon court, and Jakseolcha appears to be of high quality based on demands from Chinese envoys. A considerable amount of Jakseolcha was sent abroad to China and Japan. References to Jakseolcha disappeared after 1636, and Ginsengcha appeared to take its place. Nonetheless, other court documents show the continued use of Jakseolcha for tea ceremonies and royal banquets, whereas Ginsengcha was largely used by kings and the royal court for its medicinal effect. Diplomatic activities with China and Japan during the Joseon period maintained the importance and quality of Jakseolcha.
Chewable Tablet Formulation from Ethanol Extracts of Betel, Areca, and Gambir as a Substitute for Betel
Authors: Lestari Uce , Novra Ardi , Kurniadi Romi
Published: February 2025

The tradition of betel nut needs to be preserved because it is useful for maintaining oral health and the digestive system, but this betel nut has an impact on oral cavity injuries. Therefore, to prevent injuries to the oral cavity, this research makes an interesting innovation from the betel nut tradition in the form of formulating safe chewable tablets using natural ingredients, such as betel nut, areca nut, and gambier. This study aimed to determine the best chewable tablet formula from three formulas with different concentrations of betel, areca nut, gambier, and whiting, by testing the physical properties of both granules and formulated tablets. The selection of raw materials begins with the extraction of betel, areca nut, gambier, and whiting by maceration using 70% ethanol solvent and the addition of chewable tablet auxiliaries, such as talcum, magnesium stearate, PVP, aspartame, sorbitol, and aerosol. These chewable tablets are designed to provide the same health benefits as betel nuts, without the risk of tooth damage. The results showed that F2 chewable tablets had the best physical properties of the whole formula, namely weight uniformity with an average of 185±1 mg, average tablet diameter of 9.830±1 mm, average tablet thickness of 2.032±1 mm, and average tablet friability of 1.08±1%. The best formulation F2 contains 10% betel extract, 7% areca nut, 7% gambier, and 4% whiting.
Psychosomatic features of anxiety and depressive disorders
Authors: Verbenko V. , Dvirsky A. , Soldatenko A.
Published: February 2025

Somatic symptoms of anxiety and depressive disorders are often encountered in patients presenting to primary care and general outpatient practices. The difficulty of diagnosing such conditions, the inconsistency of their severity with the diagnostic criteria of depressive or anxiety disorders requiring specialized psychiatric care, affect the quality of qualified medical care, increase health care costs, contribute to the chronicization of diseases, deterioration of quality of life and social functioning. An important problem is the safety and effectiveness of therapy of such conditions, preservation of trust in the doctor and the therapeutic process as a whole. The conducted study confirmed the clinical indications for Selank regulatory peptide and its efficacy in the therapy of not only anxiety states, unmotivated anxiety, mood instability, but also somatic manifestations of anxiety and depression, including asthenic, algic (back pain, stomach pain, headache, chest pain) symptom complexes, palpitations, nausea, feeling of weakness, fatigue, sleep disorders and recovery from psychoemotional stress
The role of dietary interventions in the prevention of noncommunicable diseases
Authors: Amlaev K. , Atoeva M. , Zharilkasynova G.
Published: February 2025

This article presents a brief review of the scientific literature examining the role and importance of dietary interventions recommended for the prevention of noncommunicable diseases. The features of the Mediterranean diet, the DASH diet and some others are described. Data on their effect on blood pressure, blood glucose, and body mass index are presented. The main obstacles to the widespread use of these dietary interventions are noted, which include cultural characteristics of consumers, higher cost of the proposed diets, the need to spend more time on food preparation, to control the size of portions eaten.
Foreign body in the breast: diagnosis and treatment (clinical case)
Authors: Rasskazova E. , Kodzoeva D. , Khomidy U. , Dulaeva D. , Zikiryakhodzhaev A.
Published: February 2025

Foreign body in the breast of an iatrogenic nature is an extremely rare observation diagnosed after surgical treatment of breast formations, while often simulating a benign or malignant neoplasm. For the final diagnosis, surgical treatment with histological examination of the removed drug is used. The observation presented in the article is interesting because during a biopsy of a nodular formation in the mammary gland, the presence of an iatrogenic foreign body was suspected, taking into account the anamnesis data, it is known that 5 years ago the patient underwent sectoral resection of both breasts for fibroadenomas. The diagnosis was confirmed by the morphological conclusion of the removed drug. Any breast formation must be confirmed by morphological examination, followed by a decision on the need for surgical intervention or dynamic observation
Dynamic aeropalinological monitoring of the Poaceae in Krasnodar
Authors: Klimenko Ya. , Stolyarova A. , Pavlyuchenko I. , Bautina A. , Romanova E.
Published: February 2025

Objective. Aeropalinological monitoring of the Poaceae family in Krasnodar in the dynamics of 6 years (2018–2023). Materials and methods. Aeropalinological research was carried out using a volumetric pollen collector during the main pollution period of the Poaceae family (april-october 2018–2023). 918 fixed micropreparations were manufactured and analyzed. Results. It was revealed that the main pollution period of the Poaceae family in 2023 was only 67 days, and in 2021 it is the longest – 149 days, the average pollution period for the studied period is 115 days. The maximum total seasonal concentration of pollen of the Poaceae family was recorded in 2019 (2,427 pollen grains per cubic meter), the minimum in 2020 (400 pollen grains per cubic meter). The intensity of the peak pollution of the Poaceae family occurred at the end of May – beginning of June. When compared with the data on the pollution of the Poaceae family in Moscow and Perm, certain differences are observed, which is primarily due to the climatic and geographical features of the territories. Conclusions. Conducting aeropalinological studies in different regions of the country allows you to get the most comprehensive picture of the allergenic situation of the Russian Federation as a whole, which is important for environmental, agricultural and medical orientation.