bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Assessment of the Quality of Life in Patients with Migraine
Authors: Pociūtė S. , Jakavonytė-Akstinienė A.
Published: January 2025

Introduction. Migraine is one of the most common neurological disorders in the world, affecting around 1.1 billion people worldwide. The disease impacts on both physical and mental health, while also reducing the quality of life. The aim of this study was to evaluate the quality of life of patients with migraine and its association with socio-demographic characteristics.Materials and Methods. The study was conducted between November 2023 and January 2024. A total of 370 patients with migraine took part in this study. Patients participated in an anonymous online questionnaire survey. The survey consisted of a two-part questionnaire: 1) demographic data; 2) Short Form 36 Medical Outcomes Study questionnaire (SF-36 questionnaire). Statistical analysis of the data was performed by using Microsoft Office Excel 2010 and SPSS (Statistical Package for Social Science) 24.0 software packages. The results were considered as statistically significant at p<0.05.Results. The majority (95.4%) of the participants were women. The highest scores in the physical health category were physical functioning (77.64±18.95), whereas the lowest scores were given to role limitations due to physical health (38.38±37.99). The highest scoring subscale of mental health was emotional well-being (49.31±18.11), while the lowest scoring subscale was energy/fatigue (43.47±18.20). The quality of life of migraine sufferers is low (48.08±17.85). An older age of migraineurs is correlated with better scores in energy/fatigue (p=0.022) and emotional well-being (p<0.001).Conclusions. Migraine is most prevalent among women. The older a person is, the more positive they are about their energy levels and emotional well-being. The respondents were optimistic about their physical and mental state. The most negative effects of the disease are the lack of energy and vitality along with limitations in activities due to physical health problems. The overall quality of life of the patients is low.
Potential of Ionizing Radiation Application for Reducing Environmental Risks Related to Solids Residues
Authors: Borrely Sueli Ivone , Vogt Maria Veronica , Aquino Simone , SG Garcia Vanessa , Pachado Jose
Published: January 2025

The enormous amount of solids residues and related cost for a suitable disposal have increased in megacities as São Paulo and Buenos Aires. Inovative technologies may be used in order to face managing progams with inovative techniques for for recycling or recover of materials. Gamma radiation was applied in laboratory scale for two different types of residues: fungi control in vehicular air filters, and for rat bedding waste (RBW) disinfection. Both materials may be used after irradiation and the radiation doses required will be discussed. Part of experiments carried out in Argentina evidenced the suitable use of vermicomposting for growing Calendula officinalis. Radiation doses from 10 kGy up to 30 kGy were tested for controlling microorganisms during the projects and were very effective. For filters disinfection experiments, DNA sequencing analysis for the fungi that survived after irradiation not only confirmed the presence of Penicillium, Fusarium and Aspergillus (toxigenic), fungi but also improved the data: the contamination included Aspergillus niger, Aspergillus flavus, Penicillium glabrum specie complex and Fusarium incarnatum-equiseti specie complex.
Cloning of the GOX-Xho Gene IPBCC 08.610 into Plasmid pTA2 and Its Characterization
Authors: Aryani Hanifah , Akbar Nadhira Fathiaz , Fuad Asrul Muhamad , Ambarsari Laksmi , Kurniatin Popi Asri
Published: January 2025

Glucose oxidase (GOX) from Aspergillus niger catalyzes the oxidation of β-D-glucose to δ-gluconolactone and hydrogen peroxide, making it valuable for industrial applications. Intracellular GOX exhibits higher activity than its extracellular counterpart. This study focuses on enhancing the extracellular production of GOX through recombinant DNA technology. This study aimed to reconstruct the GOX gene by adding XhoI sites at both ends, inserting a glu-ala-glu-ala spacer at the 5' end, and introducing an XbaI site at the 3' end. These modifications facilitate the cloning of the GOX-Xho gene into the pTA2 vector and its subsequent ligation into the pPICZαB expression vector, allowing for extracellular production of GOX through fusion with the α-mating factor (α-MF) signal peptide. The GOX-Xho gene was successfully amplified, cloned, and characterized. The pTA2-GOX-Xho recombinant plasmid was verified through sequencing and restriction analysis, confirming the present and correct orientation of the 1797 bp GOX-Xho gene. However, sequencing revealed several point mutations, necessitating further computational analysis to predict their impact on the enzyme's structure and function before recombinant protein expression.
Green Synthesis, Characterization, and Applications of Aluminum Oxide Nanoparticles Using Aqueous Extract of Clove
Authors: Mahdi Waleed Khalid , Flayyih Aqeel Oudah , Musa Falih Hassan
Published: January 2025

In this work, γ-Al2O3NPs were successfully biosynthesized, mediated aluminum nitrate nona hydrate Al(NO3)3.9H2O, sodium hydroxide, and aqueous clove extract in alkali media. The γ-Al2O3NPs were characterized by different techniques like Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), UV-Vis spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy–dispersive x-ray spectroscopy, transmission electron microscope (TEM), Energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX), and atomic force microscopy (AFM). The final results indicated the γ-Al2O3NPs nanoparticle size, bonds nature, element phase, crystallinity, morphology, surface image, particle analysis – threshold detection, and the topography parameter. The identified of γ-Al2O3 bands were detected by the FT-IR spectroscopy. The UV-visible spectrum of γ -Al2O3NPs exhibited an absorption band and (energy gap, Eg = 4.91 eV). It was found that the size range of nanoparticles was (28-37) nm and cubic with agglomerated particles. Antimicrobial activity study showed an excellent inhibition activity of γ-Al2O3NPs against Escherichia coli negative (G-), staphylococcus aureus, positive (G+), and Candida albicans fungal. The effectiveness of the adsorption experiment was proven on binary metal ions, such as cobalt, nickel, and copper, by removing them from water using a nanostructured active surface of γ-Al2O3NPs. The efficiencies removal of Co+2, Ni+2, and Cu+2 ions were   93.22%, 87.49%, and 93.17% respectively.
Synthesis of Antibacterial Coating Film Based on Eugenol-Allyl Eugenol Copolymer with Chitosan-Gelatin
Authors: Ngadiwiyana Ngadiwiyana , Dzahabiyyah Hana Putri , Ismiyarto Ismiyarto , Sarjono Purbowatiningrum Ria
Published: January 2025

The development of coating film materials based on biopolymers and active antibacterial compounds has attracted attention in the food industries. Food packaging biopolymers can be increased antibacterial properties by adding compound modification of natural ingredients such as eugenol-allyl eugenol copolymer (PEAE). The aims of this study were to synthesize a coating film based on chitosan-gelatin with PEAE and test its antibacterial properties. PEAE synthesis was carried out by polymelirization reaction with the (BF3O(C2H5)2) as catalyst and characterized by FTIR, molecular weight, and solubility. Synthesis of chitosan-gelatin coating films with variations in PEAE concentration of 1.25%, 2.5%, and 3.75% and characterization includes FTIR, SEM, TS, E%, and contact angle. Antibacterial activity is carried out by the turbidimetry method. PEAE was synthesized with the results in the form of brown solids with 94.91% yield, molecular weight of 9,553.98 da, and the melting point of 95-98 °C. Chitosan-Gelatin films with the addition of PEAE produce a thin yellowish film, with a sequential decreased tensile strength, and the percentage value of extension increases with the increase in PEAE concentration. The best antibacterial activity in the film PEAE 2.5, with the percentage of inhibition of Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli of 99.71% and 98.39% respectively.
Low-Cost Adsorbent Development: Sulfuric Acid-Activated Teak Sawdust for Effective Methylene Blue Removal
Authors: Baunsele Anselmus Boy , Missa Hildegardis , Siswanta Dwi , Naat Johnson N. , Neolaka Yantus A. B. , Nitti Fidelis , Lema Abner Tonu , Basuki Rahmat , Rahayu Rahayu
Published: January 2025

The expansion of the global textile industry has resulted in a decline in environmental quality. Environmental pollution resulting from textile dye waste may include heavy metals and dyes, which exhibit carcinogenic and mutagenic effects. Many studies have been done to reduce the harm of dyes. Extensive research has been undertaken to mitigate the detrimental effects of dyes. One cost-effective approach for managing dye pollution is the adsorption of methylene blue using sulfuric acid-activated teak sawdust. Teak wood sawdust, a byproduct of the furniture industry that is abundant and underutilized, contains active sites within its constituent compounds, including cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin. This study was designed to determine the ability of teak sawdust to adsorb methylene blue. In this investigation, the biosorbent will be characterized using fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and scanning electron microscopy-energy dispersive X-ray (SEM-EDX) to analyze its active sites and surface morphology. Additionally, the study aimed to elucidate the impact of variation contact time, pH solution, and alteration in methylene blue concentration on the adsorption capacity for methylene blue, employing a UV-Vis spectrophotometer for measurement. The research results demonstrated that optimal adsorption occurred at a contact time of 30 minutes and a pH of 6, with the adsorption efficiency reaching 99.67% as a function of contact time. The kinetic study was modeled using a pseudo-second-order approach, with a kinetic constant of 79.71 g mg⁻¹ min⁻¹. The maximum adsorption capacity was 1.351 mg g⁻¹, the n value was 1, and the percentage of methylene blue adsorbed reached 99.88%.
Characterization and Application of Hydroxyapatite From Chicken Egg Shell with Green Template as a Potential Drug Delivery System
Authors: Irwansyah Ferli Septi , Nurizal Abshar Fathur Rochman , Hadisantoso Eko Prabowo , Zain Shariffuddin Bin Md
Published: January 2025

Hydroxyapatite (HAp) is a calcium phosphate biomaterial widely studied in the medical field because of its good biocompatibility properties. This study aims to identify the effect of increasing variations in banana peel template concentration on the characteristics of hydroxyapatite so that it has the potential as a drug delivery system. This study includes the characterization and application of the potential of the hydroxyapatite drug delivery system with the addition of variations in the concentration of green template. Then, hydroxyapatite was characterized using X-ray diffraction (XRD) and a surface area analyzer (SAA). This study's results indicate that adding a banana peel template affects the characteristics of hydroxyapatite. The higher the template concentration, the smaller the crystallite size, pore size, pore volume, and surface area, but the degree of crystallinity is greater. The results showed that the characterization of hydroxyapatite K15% with a crystal size of 34.73 nm, a degree of crystallinity of 89%, a pore size of 7.2178 nm, a surface area of 30.111 m2/g, and a pore volume of 0.1145 cc/g. The results of the study of the potential of the drug delivery system obtained a loading efficiency value of 67% for ibuprofen. However, the ibuprofen release process results at time intervals tend to be unstable.
Digital Marketing Outsourcing as a Development Driver for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses
Authors: Meshko Nataliia , Mamedova Daryna
Published: January 2025

Purpose of the article. To explore the role of digital marketing outsourcing as an effective tool for cost optimization, enhancing competitiveness, and achieving strategic goals for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Special attention is given to analyzing the results of a survey of entrepreneurs who have experience using this strategy.
Design/Methodology/Approach. The study is exploratory in nature and is based on general scientific methods such as description, comparison, analysis, and specification. A comparative approach was employed to identify key aspects of the digital marketing outsourcing market, including popular areas of transferring functions to external management. Additionally, modern management approaches, such as Agile, Lean, and Data-driven marketing, were analyzed, highlighting their role in ensuring the efficiency of this strategy in the context of global competition. The empirical part of the study is based on a survey of 20 SME entrepreneurs.
Research findings. It was found that SME owners believe outsourcing marketing functions (as non-core activities) effectively contributes to cost optimization, provides access to expert knowledge, and improves the achievement of strategic goals.
Theoretical value of the research. The study confirmed the feasibility of using digital marketing outsourcing as an effective driver of development within modern management theory.
Practical value of the research. Enterprise top managers can use the results of the scenario analysis of outsourcing decision-making to transfer specific functions to external management, achieving scalability, increased efficiency, and competitive advantages in the long term.
Originality/Value of the research. The research results include substantiated recommendations on the effectiveness of digital marketing outsourcing in the context of technological progress and a dynamic market environment.
Research limitations/Future research. The main conclusions of the study are focused on companies already utilizing marketing function outsourcing. This limits the generalization of the results to companies only planning to adopt such a strategy. Future research could focus on analyzing the integration of artificial intelligence technologies, process automation, and the use of Big Data to enhance the efficiency of outsourcing. Additionally, examining the impact of outsourcing in various economic sectors, such as manufacturing, services, or e-commerce, offers promising opportunities for developing industry-specific recommendations.
JEL Classification: M31, M15, L24, O33
Altering the bilayer motif in the ERBB2 HER2 TMD and ErbB HER TMD dimer causing in vitro and in vivo tumor suppression
Authors: Menyhert Laszlo David , Tejeda Miguel
Published: January 2025

In silico, we modelled the possible docking conformation of human WNT16B and the human ERBB2 TMD homodimer, resulting in a mutant complex. The ribbon structure and the C-terminal, N-terminal, and GG4-like motif structures are similar in HER2 TMD and HER TMD: we modelled the possible docking conformation of WNT16B to the HER1 TMD (ErbB), which also resulted in a mutant complex. If a strong relationship exists between TMD mutations that improve the active dimer interface or stabilizing an activated conformation and the potency with which HER2 (and possibly also HER), then the dimerization part of the TMD seems to be the ideal reagent target. The agent we tested –4-(Furan-2-yl)hepta-1,6-dien-4-ol (AKOS004122375) – can connect directly into human ERBB2 TMD (HER2), to the ErbB TMD (HER1) dimer bilayer motif, and human WNT16B, ERBB2 TMD (HER2) and WNT16B ErbB TMD (HER1) mutant complex residues. We tested the agent ligand in vitro and in vivo in several tumor models, which highlighted that targeting the EGFR's TMD with an agent not only reduced treatment-induced metastasis but also radically decreased tumor growth. Because of the analogous structure of HER2 TMD and HER TMD, this dimerization motif targeting can also be successful in HER and HER2 EGFR signalling. In vitro, we reached an antiproliferation rate of 80%–94% in different tumor models, while in vivo we reached a rate of 35%–61% tumor suppression in different tumor models. The metastasis inhibition effect of the compound was between 82% and 87% in different tumor models. The referenced experiments took place in 2015 in Hungary.
Replacing milk fat with pumpkin seed oil in yogurt
Authors: Alshawi Amal
Published: January 2025

This study explored the potential of pumpkin seed oil (PSO) in enhancing the health benefits of yogurt by partially replacing milk fat. Yogurt was produced with varying amounts of PSO—0.0, 1, 2, 3, and 4%—to replace milk fat. Yogurt with 2% PSO showed higher levels of unsaturated fatty acids, conjugated linoleic acid, total phenols, and antioxidants, while also showing reduced amounts of free fatty acids and peroxide values. Although the texture remained unchanged, we observed significant differences in color, flavor, and overall acceptability between treated yogurt and control group. As the PSO content increased, color, flavor, and the overall acceptability of yogurt decreased.
PREPARATION, CHARACTERIZATION and DRUG RELEASE BEHAVIOR OF A CLINOPTIOLITE INCORPORATED POLYACRYLAMIDE GRAFTED GELATIN NANOCOMPOSITE IN SITU HYDROGEL
Authors: Taşdelen Betül , Koruyucu Aslıhan , Gülenç Nadide Gülşah , Erdogan Sevil
Published: January 2025

In this study, the novel gelatin based in situ hydrogel nanocomposites were prepared from incorporating clinoptiolite (CL) and Lidocaine (LD) as a model local anesthetic drug within polyacrylamide-g-gelatin (PA-g-GA) hydrogel during the synthesis by free radical polymerization. The prepared PA-g-GA, PA-g-GA/CL and drug loaded PA-g-GA/CL in situ hydrogel nanocomposites were analyzed by FTIR and SEM. The drug release behavior of the synthesized composite hydrogel was investigated with UV-Vis spectrophotometry. Swelling and drug release behavior of the new prepared hydrogel nanocomposites were investigated with different CL and drug content in the gel structure. FTIR and SEM analysis revealed that the LD loaded PA-g-GA/CL nanocomposite was successfully prepared. Drug release (%) decreased when the drug loading and CL amount in the composite increased. Various kinetic models for all drug release data were applied in order to study drug release behavior. Korsmeyer-Peppas model fitted for the drug release data of all samples. Swelling, drug release properties of the new nanocomposites were improved with the incorporation of clinoptiolite in the gel structure.
On the estimation of the stress-strength parameter for the inverse Lindley distribution based on lower record values
Authors: Etemad Golestani Bahareh , Ormoz Ehsan , Mirmostafaee S.m.t.k.
Published: January 2025

In this article, we consider the estimation of the stress-strength reliability parameter for the inverse Lindley distribution based on lower record values. The maximum likelihood estimator and its asymptotic distribution are obtained. An approximate classical confidence interval, as well as two bootstrap-type confidence intervals for the reliability parameter are derived. The Bayesian inference for the parameter has been considered using Tierney and Kadane’s approximation method, as well as two Monte Carlo methods, namely the Metropolis-Hastings and importance sampling techniques under both symmetric and asymmetric loss functions. Besides, the Chen and Shao shortest width credible intervals are constructed for the stress-strength parameter. A simulation study and a real data example are conducted to explore and compare the performances of the presented results.
Causes of Mortality in Harbor (Phoca vitulina) and Gray (Halichoerus grypus) Seals in Denmark
Authors: Sønnichsen Karen Ankersen , Madsen Niels , Pagh Sussie , Alstrup Aage Kristian Olsen , Thøstesen Charlotte Bie , Kyhn Line Anker , Jensen Trine Hammer
Published: January 2025

Determination of the causes of mortality in stranded marine mammals can contribute valuable information for conservation of wild populations, as well as contribute to risk assessments for different pathogens, hosts, and environmental conditions. This study examined necropsy reports for harbor (Phoca vitulina; n = 213) and gray (Halichoerus grypus; n = 40) seals stranded in Denmark in the period 2014 to 2021 to determine the causes of mortality where feasible. The likelihood that human interactions did or might have contributed to the mortality was also assessed. Infection with lungworms, heartworms, gastrointestinal roundworms, and influenza virus was tested for each seal in the data. Parasitic bronchopneumonia was the most common cause of death in both harbor (n = 68) and gray (n = 8) seals, and significantly more juveniles than adults died as a result of parasitic infections in the harbor seal cohort. Starvation was also a major cause of death in juvenile seals. Cause of death, death class (found dead, euthanized, or culled), and whether human interactions played a role in mortality did not vary significantly between the two species. Traumatic causes of death, resulting from confirmed or probable human interactions, were associated with adult and subadult seals of both species. Culling was the cause of death for 13.6% of harbor seals and 17.5% of gray seals.
Corrections to: Morra, L. (2024). “Wittgenstein in Alethea Graham’s Diary (1929-1930), and New Data on the Audience of his Lecture on Ethics and LT 1930 Class”, Nordic Wittgenstein Review, 13, https://doi.org/10.15845/nwr.v13.3697
Authors: Morra Lucia
Published: January 2025

In Morra, L. (2024). “Wittgenstein in Alethea Graham’s Diary (1929-1930), and New Data on the Audience of his Lecture on Ethics and LT 1930 Class”, Nordic Wittgenstein Review, 13, https://doi.org/10.15845/nwr.v13.3697, footnote 63 and Bibliography,  references to Sznajder 2024 were missing. The references have now been added. The original article has been updated to reflect these changes.
Clinical simulation training for first responders in pediatric emergencies with family interaction: a scoping review
Authors: Fogaça Karine Silva , Marti Gabriella Figueiredo , Cardoso Andréia Insabralde de Queiroz , Almeida Rodrigo Guimarães dos Santos , Marques Fernanda Ribeiro Baptista , Marcheti Maria Angélica
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACT Objective: To map studies on clinical simulation training directed at first responders during pediatric emergencies, focusing on interaction with families. Methods: A scoping review based on the guidelines of the JBI Manual for Evidence Syntheses and reported according to the PRISMA-ScR checklist, covering eight databases and gray literature, without time or language restrictions. Results: The ten selected studies indicated that most publications were from the United States. Simulations were predominantly conducted in hospital settings, with only one study associated with the pre-hospital context. The main designs used involved pediatric resuscitation scenarios and high-fidelity simulated environments. Conclusion: Simulation training is effective, increasing professionals’ confidence and improving communication with families. However, the concentration in developed countries and hospital settings highlights the need for training in other settings, such as pre-hospital care, to integrate technical and family-centered approaches.
Evaluation of adrenal tumors and analysis of the metabolic profile of patients with incidentaloma
Authors: MONTALVÃO PEDRO VICTOR GONÇALVES , MANGUEIRA IURI MOURA , ALVES GABRIEL DA MOTTA , CORDEIRO JOÃO VITOR FAZZIO , COSTA MARCIA HELENA SOARES , RAVANINI GUILHERME DE ANDRADE GAGHEGGI
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACT Introduction: Advances in imaging methods have led to an increasingly frequent diagnosis of adrenal gland lesions as incidental findings. Despite progress in this field, there is still limited information regarding the epidemiology of the clinical and metabolic profile of patients with adrenal incidentaloma (AI). The objective is analyze the epidemiology of adrenal tumors at Gaffrée e Guinle University Hospital (HUGG) and compare it with data from the literature. Method: This is a cross-sectional study that included patients of any gender and age who was treated at HUGG for adrenal tumors. Results: The following variables were evaluated: age, gender, functionality, benignity, and size. We also analyzed the metabolic profile of patients with AI, specifically those with mild autonomy cortisol secretion. Out of 31 patients with adrenal tumors, 68% were female. The mean age was 55 years with a standard deviation of ±16.2. 54% of the sample had adrenal incidentalomas. 93.6% of the sample had benign cases. Among the adrenal incidentalomas, 53% were non-functioning. In patients with adrenal tumors, only 10% had metabolic syndrome, while in patients with mild autonomous cortisol secretion, this number rose to 17%. Conclusion: The sample of patients with adrenal tumors and incidentaloma at HUGG presented a prevalence of metabolic complications similar to that found in the literature.
Comentários a “Reflexões acerca do contexto atual e da avaliação da formação médica na graduação”
Authors: FONTANELLA VANIA , MORITA MARIA CELESTE
Published: January 2025

RESUMO As autoras debatem os argumentos expostos no editorial “Reflexões acerca do contexto atual e da avaliação da formação médica na graduação”, trazendo o contexto que culminou na recente aplicação do Exame Nacional de Proficiência em Odontologia.
Contexto atual e avaliação dos programas de residência médica: experiência de seis Sociedades Médicas Brasileiras
Authors: PEREIRA JÚNIOR GERSON ALVES , COLLEONI NETO RAMIRO , GIAMPANI JÚNIOR JAIR , GUEDES JORGE CARVALHO , FUJITA REGINALDO RAIMUNDO , MENDES JÚNIOR ADRIANO FERNANDO , ROMÃO GUSTAVO SALATA , BARROS LUCAS NEPOMUCENO , DAVID LUIZ ALONSO , SOUZA PAULO FERNANDO CONSTANCIO DE , DOLCI JOSÉ EDUARDO LUTAIF , FERNANDES CESAR EDUARDO
Published: January 2025

RESUMO Este artigo mostra os dados mais recentes da evolução do número total de médicos residentes e vagas de R1 a R5, bem como do número de programas e instituições credenciadas pela Comissão Nacional (CNRM). Também discute os tipos e modalidades de avaliação da residência médica, com foco na avaliação das competências ao longo do treinamento em serviço, que foram incorporadas na mais recente resolução da Comissão Nacional de Residência Médica (CNRM) do final de 2023, que alterou atualizou as determinações de 2006. Por fim, mostra a experiência de seis Sociedades Médicas que fazem a avaliação periódica dos médicos residentes que foi apresentada em evento na Associação Médica Brasileira.
Active transportation is associated with lower obesity risk: generalized structural equations model applied to physical activity
Authors: Muñoz Fabian Leonardo , Pou Sonia Alejandra , Solano Humberto Llinas , Diaz María del Pilar
Published: January 2025

This study aimed to identify latent (unobservable) dimensions representing specific physical activity-related behaviors and explore their potential effects on obesity burden and spatial distribution in Colombia. A cross-sectional study (n = 9,658) was conducted based on the Colombian National Survey of Nutritional Status. A generalized structural equations model was proposed, combining exposure and measurement models to define a disease model. Modeling identified latent dimensions of physical activity focused on screen time and means of transportation and estimated their direct and indirect effects on obesity occurrence. Mapping techniques were used to illustrate adherence to these dimensions. The latent dimensions identified were named “Screens use” and “Active transportation”; the latter was inversely associated with obesity occurrence (p = 0.004), with the use of bicycles being the dominant variable, contrasting with the use of motor vehicles. The mapping showed that departments with the highest adherence to the “Active transportation” construct have a lower prevalence of obesity. Bicycle use, as opposed to non-active transportation, represented a dimension of physical activity-related behaviors with a protective effect against obesity. This suggests that active transportation may be a crucial factor in the designing preventive interventions. Moreover, social inequalities may be contributing to the obesity epidemic and physical activity behaviors in Colombia, requiring equitable and multisectoral responses.
EVALUATION OF GRADUATES OF RESIDENCY IN DIGESTIVE SURGERY AND COLOPROCTOLOGY IN A SINGLE CENTER: A 43 YEARS PORTRAIT
Authors: FONSECA Gilton Marques , DA COSTA Luiz Henrique , MEIRA JUNIOR José Donizeti , DELL’AQUILLA JUNIOR Nelson Fausto , RIBEIRO JUNIOR Ulysses , HERMAN Paulo , D’ALBUQUERQUE Luiz Augusto Carneiro
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: The medical residency model, established over a century ago, remains the gold standard for medical education. Given its increasing significance in imparting expertise in medical specialties, understanding the profile of residents and changes over time is crucial. AIMS: This study aimed to assess graduates of digestive surgery and coloproctology residency programs at Hospital das Clínicas of the Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo (HCFMUSP) regarding their professional, academic, and research activities. It also aimed to analyze changes in resident profiles over the years, the impact of postgraduation on professional activities, and differences between graduates working in São Paulo capital and elsewhere. METHODS: A digital survey with 42 questions was sent to graduates who commenced training between 1979 and 2021. Results were analyzed in subgroups based on two eras (Era 1: 1979–2000; Era 2: 2001–2021), the impact of postgraduation, and respondents’ work locations. RESULTS: The survey was responded by 213 graduates (87.6%). The training significantly impacted all respondents’ professional lives, with 92.5% willing to choose the same specialty again. Graduates from Era 2 showed a higher proportion of females, residents of cities other than São Paulo, and graduates from institutions outside FMUSP. Postgraduate responders were more involved in academic and research activities, publishing more papers, holding societal memberships, and performing more robot-assisted procedures. Those outside São Paulo capital were more involved in endoscopic procedures and associated with medical insurance. CONCLUSIONS: The majority of graduates considered medical residency fundamental for career development. Social and economic changes influenced residents’ profiles and post-program activities.
The Unity of Atlantic Slavery through its World-Legal Culture
Authors: SILVA JÚNIOR WALDOMIRO LOURENÇO DA
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACT The article sought to contribute to understanding the unity of Atlantic slavery despite the great diversity of practices and the multiple local arrangements. It is argued that shared normativity made this unity possible, which shaped a World-Legal Culture. The article is divided into three parts. The first part elucidates the concept of World-Legal Culture, highlighting how the Atlantic slavery system originated from adapting earlier practices and norms from the Mediterranean despite developing its own dynamics. The second part investigates the transition of this system to the Atlantic, as well as its reconfiguration, emphasizing how Indigenous peoples and Africans were incorporated, establishing new zones of enslavement. Finally, the third part analyzes the elements that effectively conferred unity to Atlantic slavery, specifically the property guarantee through commercial means, the configuration of the seigneurial domain as individual property, and the consolidation of matrilineal transmission of slave status. The analysis is grounded in a historical system, which articulates stable structures and autopoietic processes, enabling the continuous creation and reproduction of slavery.
O anódino e o impróprio Álvaro Lins e a crítica literária no Brasil (1940-60)
Authors: TEIXEIRA FLÁVIO WEINSTEIN
Published: January 2025

RESUMO Os testemunhos memorialísticos e os estudos acadêmicos costumam convergir quanto ao protagonismo de A. Lins no campo da crítica literária brasileira dos anos 1940. Esse consenso merece ser dimensionado de maneira mais apropriada, a fim de que se possa assinalar tanto as circunstâncias em que esse protagonismo se deu, como, igualmente, aquelas outras que o levaram a um plano secundário. Talvez, assim, compreenda-se, mais adequadamente, as transformações que a crítica literária sofreu nas décadas subsequentes, bem como a pertinência de debruçar-se sobre essa problemática tomando a trajetória de A. Lins como eixo analítico. Para isto, procura-se, aqui, dar atenção não apenas aos debates conceituais envolvidos nessa disputa pela definição do modo legítimo de conceber a crítica literária, mas também como isso incidia na reconfiguração da figura do crítico literário, que perde sua faceta de “homem público”. O que se procura argumentar é que seu deslocamento para um lugar lateral de nosso campo intelectual pode ser mais bem matizado. Ele não apenas é posterior ao que se supõe, como teria ocorrido não exclusivamente em função de reconfigurações dos princípios definidores da crítica literária, mas também em decorrência de importantes disputas em que as dimensões político-ideológicas reclamam certa centralidade.
Desromantizando a História da Escravidão nos Estados Unidos: O modo trágico em Scenes of Subjection de Saidiya Hartman
Authors: PEREIRA ALLAN KARDEC DA SILVA
Published: January 2025

RESUMO O presente artigo parte de Scenes of Subjection, primeiro livro publicado pela historiadora afro-americana Saidiya Hartman, para refletir sobre as formas de narrar o passado da escravidão. Em um primeiro momento, faço um breve apanhado sobre a historiografia da escravidão nos Estados Unidos e situo o lugar ocupado pela pesquisadora nesse cenário. Na etapa seguinte, apresento algumas das problematizações elaboradas pelo historiador Hayden White sobre as formas de enredamento do passado na escrita da história, algo essencial para entender o trabalho desenvolvido por Hartman e que vai dialogar com o próximo subtópico, em que discuto as possibilidades narrativas da tragédia e do trágico. Por fim, discorro como ao aplicar essas demandas, Scenes of Subjection termina por nos convocar a pensar, teórico e metodologicamente, outras formas de se escrever a história da escravidão.
Trabalhar os Mistérios: parentesco, dom e pagamento entre imigrantes da República Dominicana em Porto Rico
Authors: Cruz Alline Torres Dias da
Published: January 2025

Resumo: Este artigo descreve as múltiplas compreensões de trabalhar os mistérios, espíritos do vodu, para interlocutoras da República Dominicana que, devido ao parentesco, lidam com essas entidades em Porto Rico. O texto indica duas discussões, considerando algumas etnografias sobre religiões afro-caribenhas. Uma é sobre dom e mercadoria como conceitualizações opostas em pesquisas interessadas na sinalização da distinção entre reciprocidade e contratualidade. Outra destaca uma analogia entre trocas rituais substantivas (espíritos herdados pelo parentesco sanguíneo, alimentar) com práticas rituais que seriam próprias às famílias. A partir das descrições etnográficas sobre o engajamento cotidiano entre as imigrantes da República Dominicana e seus mistérios, em Porto Rico, argumenta-se que o par dom/dádiva e mercadoria, assim como a aproximação da atenção ritual apenas às relações substantivas de uma família não encontram aqui terreno etnográfico e conceitual.
Las peluquerías afrocolombianas en Bogotá: un trabajo entre lo estético, lo político y lo social
Authors: Álvarez Lina María Vargas
Published: January 2025

Resumen: El artículo explora la historia de la aparición y las principales características de las peluquerías afrocolombianas en Bogotá como espacios vitales de encuentro, socialización y solidaridad para los migrantes afros llegados a la capital desde las costas Caribe y Pacífica, y de los valles interandinos. Estos espacios permiten confrontar la realidad de la diferencia sociorracial aún existente en la sociedad colombiana, a la vez que explotan el estereotipo según el cual la valorización del ser afrodescendiente pasa exclusivamente por la corporalidad. Por otra parte, el texto presenta a estos negocios como emprendimientos que ofrecen empoderamiento y autonomía a sus dueños/as y trabajadores/as, ofreciendo además un sentido estético cargado de valor cultural y político que busca realizar un aporte al derribamiento de estereotipos y prejuicios sociorraciales.
Effect of both the 9S management theory and the hierarchical management model on management of intensive care unit
Authors: Pan Mengmeng , Zeng Xiaoying , Liu Huirong , Zheng Xiaomin
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACT Objective: To explore the effect of the 9S management theory plus hierarchical management model on the management of intensive care unit (ICU). Method: Ninety patients hospitalized in ICU from January 2021 to January 2023 were selected and divided into a control group (n = 45) and a study group (n = 45) according to different ward management methods. The management lasted for one month. The ward management quality score, nursing quality score, level of comfort, severity of disease, and incidence of adverse events were compared between the two groups. Results: The study group had higher ward management quality scores of all items than those of the control group after management (P < 0.05). In the study group, the nursing quality scores of all items and General Comfort Questionnaire cores were higher, while the acute physiology and chronic health evaluation II scores were lower than those in the control group after management (P < 0.05). The incidence rate of adverse reactions during management in the study group was not significantly different from that of the control group (P > 0.05). Conclusion: Both the 9S management theory and hierarchical management model can effectively improve the ward management quality and nursing quality in ICU management.
Educational technologies for families and children with type 1 diabetes: a scoping review
Authors: Morgado Patricia Carli , Silva Liliane Faria da , Aguiar Rosane Cordeiro Burla de , Moraes Juliana Rezende Montenegro Medeiros de , Luquez Tatiane Marinz de Souza , Brandão Euzeli da Silva , Nunes Michelle Darezzo Rodrigues , Lopes Isabelle de Freitas , Campos Débora Câmara de
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACT Objective: To map scientific evidence on educational technologies developed for family members and children with type 1 diabetes. Method: Scoping review, according to JBI recommendations, and described in accordance with the checklist PRISMA-ScR. Searches were carried out in the LILACS, BDENF, PUBMED, COCHRANE, CINAHL, EBSCO, Scopus and Embase/Elsevier, Web of Science/Clarivate Analytics, Scielo, VHL Regional Portal and gray literature databases. Results: Fifty-three studies published between 1980 and 2023 were included. The evidence was categorized into digital educational technologies, which provide innovative resources to educate and support children and families, and non-digital educational technologies, which provide practical and interactive opportunities for learning about diabetes. Conclusion: The results highlight the relevance of educational technologies in the care of children with type 1 diabetes. However, they reveal a gap in the assessment of the effectiveness of these interventions in the long term, with regard to adherence to treatment and improvement in quality of life. Research is required to evaluate the effectiveness of these technologies and the impact of educational interventions.
Prática avançada de enfermagem no Brasil: análise bibliométrica de dissertações e teses
Authors: Dantas Ana Clara , Araújo Mércio Gabriel de , Araújo Jéssica Naiara de Medeiros , Medeiros Ana Beatriz Marinho de , Santos Pedro Henrique Azevedo dos , Borges Bárbara Ebilizarda Coutinho , Tinôco Jéssica Dantas de Sá , Bezerra Héllyda de Souza
Published: January 2025

RESUMO Objetivo: Analisar a produção científica sobre a Prática Avançada de Enfermagem a partir das dissertações e teses publicadas no Brasil. Método: Estudo bibliométrico, com abordagem descritiva de base documental, realizado no Banco de Teses e Dissertações da Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior, Scientific Electronic Library Online, Biblioteca Virtual em Saúde, Literatura Latino-Americana e do Caribe em Ciências da Saúde e repositórios institucionais, no período de outubro a novembro de 2023. Resultados: Das 25 produções científicas identificadas, 16 são dissertações e nove são teses. A maioria foi publicada em 2022 (40,0%), na região Sudeste (60,0%), especialmente na Faculdade Israelita de Ciências da Saúde Albert Einstein, pelo programa de mestrado profissional em enfermagem (20,0%). A saúde da família foi a área de especialidade mais evidenciada na amostra (36,0%), e o nível de complexidade prevalente foi a Atenção Primária à Saúde (76,0%). Conclusão: O cenário das produções científicas sobre a temática no país começa a avançar nos últimos anos, mas ainda é incipiente. O mapeamento de teses e dissertações sobre a Prática Avançada de Enfermagem aponta para a emergente necessidade de atender às demandas advindas do setor de saúde a nível internacional e nacional.
AVALIAÇÃO DE CONTEXTO DA EDUCAÇÃO INFANTIL: INSTRUMENTOS, MÉTODOS, RESULTADOS E USOS
Authors: Bhering Eliana Maria Bahia
Published: January 2025

Resumo O artigo pretende analisar as diferentes possibilidades de avaliação de contexto da educação infantil (EI) no Brasil, no que tange aos objetivos, métodos, instrumentos e resultados, defende a necessidade de propostas que articulem avaliações externas e a autoavaliação, e intenciona promover debates no campo. Apresenta pesquisas brasileiras realizadas em todas as regiões do país, as quais, por meio de avaliações externas, sinalizam a baixa qualidade do atendimento, como forma de argumentar sobre a importância do trabalho de avaliação. O artigo aponta a necessidade da geração de mais dados e conhecimento que contribuam para a melhoria da qualidade da EI. Tais dados e conhecimento poderão informar e envolver todos: pesquisadores, gestores, equipes pedagógicas e comunidade escolar.
New tribe-level classification of Hypostominae (Loricariidae) based on optimization of morphological states on DNA-based relationships, with descriptions of three new tribes and two new genera
Authors: Armbruster Jonathan W. , Lujan Nathan K.
Published: January 2025

Abstract Hypostominae tribe-level taxonomy is revised with new recognition and cladistic diagnoses of previously proposed family-level names for the Acanthicus (Acanthicini), Chaetostoma (Chaetostomatini), and Hemiancistrus (Spectracanthicini) clades. Three new tribes are described for the Peckoltia, Pseudancistrus,and ‘Pseudancistrus’ clades, with a new tribe erected for two new monotypic genera containing the sister species ‘Pseudancistrus’ sidereus and ‘P.’ pectegenitor. This third new tribe is known only from the upper Orinoco and Negro Rivers and is identifiable by having an accentuated keel on the caudal peduncle formed by dorsal laminae of the ventral plate series being strongly concave. The new genera are distinguishable by ‘P.’ pectegenitor having extremely long cheek odontodes reaching to the third plate of midventral plate series (vs. anterior to opercular opening in ‘P.’ sidereus) and 10 (vs. 7) branched dorsal-fin rays. We re-optimized morphological character-state change by mapping states previously used to infer evolutionary history onto a composite phylogenetic tree inferred from DNA-sequence data. This revealed the strong influence on morphology-based phylogenies of a correlated suite of opercular character states related to the mechanism for cheek odontode eversion. These states appear to be plesiomorphic within Hypostominae and to have been independently lost or reduced multiple times.
Women sexual dysfunction in the postpartum period: concept analysis
Authors: Freitas Gilson Nogueira , Gomes Ryanne Carolynne Marques , Pascoal Lívia Maia , Perrelli Jaqueline Galdino Albuquerque , Mangueira Suzana de Oliveira , Linhares Francisca Márcia Pereira
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACT Objective: To analyze the concept of sexual dysfunction in postpartum women and identify their essential attributes, antecedents, and effects. Method: Concept analysis based on a framework by Walker and Avant, elaborated in eight stages, which were: concept selection; identification of the use of the concept; determination of essential attributes; construction of the model case; additional case; identification of antecedents and effects; and definition of empirical references. Furthermore, an integrative review was carried out simultaneously, with a view to supporting the analysis of the concept. Results: The sample consisted of 55 studies included in the integrative review. 3 essential attributes, 38 antecedents and 6 effects were identified. The most prevalent antecedents were: perineal laceration, depression, and breastfeeding. Dyspareunia, decreased sexual desire, and altered sexual satisfaction were the main effects. Conclusion: The concept indicates that the diagnosis involves multifactorial conditions that affect the sexual response cycle, limiting the woman's ability to perform satisfactory sexual relations in the postpartum period.
Disfunção sexual em puérperas: análise de conceito
Authors: Freitas Gilson Nogueira , Gomes Ryanne Carolynne Marques , Pascoal Lívia Maia , Perrelli Jaqueline Galdino Albuquerque , Mangueira Suzana de Oliveira , Linhares Francisca Márcia Pereira
Published: January 2025

RESUMO Objetivo: Analisar o conceito de disfunção sexual em puérperas e identificar os seus respectivos atributos essenciais, antecedentes e consequentes. Método: Análise de conceito fundamentada no referencial de Walker e Avant, em oito etapas, a saber: seleção do conceito; identificação do uso do conceito; determinação dos atributos essenciais; construção do caso modelo; construção do caso adicional; identificação dos antecedentes; identificação dos consequentes; e definição das referências empíricas. Ademais, foi realizada uma revisão integrativa concomitantemente, com vistas a subsidiar a análise de conceito. Resultados: A amostra foi composta por 55 estudos incluídos na revisão integrativa. Foram identificados três atributos essenciais, 38 antecedentes e seis consequentes. Os antecedentes mais prevalentes foram: laceração perineal, depressão e amamentação. Enquanto dispareunia, diminuição do desejo sexual e satisfação sexual alterada foram os principais consequentes. Conclusão: O conceito indica que o diagnóstico envolve condições multifatoriais que afetam o ciclo de resposta sexual, limitando a capacidade da mulher em desempenhar relações sexuais satisfatórias no puerpério.
A (des)continuidade do cuidado da amamentação na prisão: percepção dos profissionais e gestores de saúde
Authors: Santos Márcia Vieira dos , Alves Valdecyr Herdy , Pereira Audrey Vidal , Rodrigues Diego Pereira , Calandrini Tatiana Socorro dos Santos , Borborema Raquel Dias Botelho , Carmo Raquel Ribeiro de Azevedo Costa do , Silva Brenda Caroline Martins da
Published: January 2025

RESUMO Objetivo: descrever a percepção de profissionais e gestores de saúde do sistema prisional sobre a continuidade do cuidado na amamentação para lactantes privadas de liberdade. Método: pesquisa descritivo-exploratória, abordagem qualitativa, desenvolvida em unidade prisional no Rio de Janeiro de dezembro de 2022 a janeiro de 2023. Entrevistados: cinco profissionais de saúde e dois gestores. Utilizou-se análise de conteúdo de Bardin com auxílio do software Atlas.ti, que conta com recursos avançados para auxiliar o pesquisador na organização, análise e interpretação dos dados. Resultados: as ações que favorecem a continuidade do cuidado para amamentação foram: ações educativas, tendo os profissionais como rede de apoio, e a troca de conhecimentos entre profissionais e lactantes. Entretanto, existem ações que fragilizam a continuidade do cuidado, favorecendo o desmame precoce: introdução alimentar antes de seis meses, carência de orientações de familiares, afastamento mãe-bebê sem planejamento e inexistência de rede de atenção à saúde com o sistema prisional. Conclusão: a percepção dos profissionais e gestores é que existe promoção da continuidade do cuidado à amamentação no cárcere. Porém, há elementos dificultadores que contribuem para a descontinuidade do aleitamento materno. Surge então um desafio para a garantia da saúde de forma equitativa e integral de lactantes e bebês.