bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Influence of lymphovascular invasion on outcome of colon cancer
Authors: Shakir Motib Mohammed , Hasan Mustaf Alaa Hasan Mustaf , Faraj Ali Alrubaye Mohammed , Ali Jasim Al-Hamami Hayder
Published: October 2024

Background: Colon cancer is the third most common type of cancer. High lymphovascular levels are linked to a number of cancers, including colon cancer, while lymph vascular invasion levels as a predictor of outcome are not well understood.
Objective: Determine the influence of lymphovascular invasion on the recurrence of colon cancer.
Patients and Methods: it was collected 126 colon cancer patients who had surgery and additional chemotherapy. The patients attended in the Baquba teaching hospital oncology centre and the Al Jawad oncology centre of Alkadhemiya hospital.
Results: it was shown in this study that the high percentage ages of colon cancer patients was between 55-60 years, and there were more in women (57 %) than in men (43 %). The most common stage of the tumours was stage 3 (42.9 %), and in grade 2 (76.2 %). In terms of return, in this study, 71.4 % of people who had lymphovascular invasion positive and had a return of cancer in a percentage 73.3% of colon cancer patients. 
Conclusion: LVI plays an essential role for increasing recurrence of colon cancer, and there were a strong link between them.
Early Childhood Cholestasis, Causes & Associated Factors in Children
Authors: Y. Mahmood Adnan , I. Alezzi Jalil , Jwad Dawod Haider , Aidah Bin Mohanna Mabrook
Published: October 2024

Background: Newborn cholestasis is explained as a persisted rise of the serum conjugated bilirubin outside the first two weeks of life. There are many etiologies of newborn cholestasis that must be differentiated since immediate interference may give a better outcome.
Objective: Newborn cholestasis is explained as a persisted rise of the serum conjugated bilirubin outside the first two weeks of life. There are many etiologies of newborn cholestasis that must be differentiated since immediate interference may give a better outcome.
Patients and Methods: A cross-sectional research of forty-eight children consulting the Childhood Wellbeing Teaching Hospital in Baghdad/Medical City from 1st of November 2018 to the 30th of November 2021, complete evaluation by full history, physical checkup and laboratory studies. Cholestasis was demarcated as an extended raise of the levels of conjugated bilirubin outside the 1st 2 weeks of age above 1.0mg/dl(17.1µmol/l) if the whole serum bilirubin(TSB) is <5.0 mg/dL or above 20% of the TSB if the TSB is >5.0 mg/dl.
Results: Out of 48 children involved in the study ,62.5% resided in Baghdad, and the remainder was belonged to other districts. The mean age of children was 11.1 months. The males constituted 58.3% of them. Eleven cases (22.9%) were caused by congenital infection, nine 18.8% had no cause detected, while   16.7% caused by biliary atresia and 16.7% had unidentified etiology, however 10.4% was related to sepsis. Biliary atresia was more frequent in boys in 62.5% compared to 37.5% in females. Family history was positive only in11.1% of idiopathic neonatal hepatitis. It was found that 81% of cholestatic jaundice were caused by congenital infection. In comparison, 62.5% caused by biliary atresia and 60% caused by sepsis appeared on the second week of the child's age, and this difference was significant statistically P-value 0.01.
Conclusion: Innate infections are the most frequent source, where CMV contagion is the most commonly detected. Clinical findings included clay colored stool & elevated alkaline phosphatase concentrations observed primarily on biliary atresia. There are no specific test to identify the etiology of newborn cholestasis.
Histological and histopathological structural changes in the skin of the Basal Cells Carcinoma patients
Authors: Yassen Kadhim Hala , Atta Ibrahim Thekra , Hafedh Abbas Ali
Published: October 2024

Background: Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC) is the most common type of skin carcinoma and is considered an epidemic disease due to its increasing frequency in many countries. The most important problem of BCC is local invasion It grows in a “silent” way into immediately adjacent tissue. It rarely metastasizes. The early tumors are commonly small, translucent or pearly, raised and rounded areas located on a few dilated, superficial vessels. There are six subtypes of BCC that include nodular, pigmented, superficial, morphea form, cystic. The most important risk factor for basal cell carcinoma is exposure to UV-radiation. Outdoor workers with a long history of work-related UV-exposure are at increased risk of developing BCC. Other risk factors include family history of skin carcinoma, light skin phototypes, advanced age.
Objective: The current study investigated pathological and histological changes in tissue sections to identify the factors contributing to the infection frequency.
Patients and Methods: Thirty-three BCC patients' samples have been collected from the main care center at al-Baquba Teaching Hospital of Diyala Province, Iraq. All patient groups were clinically diagnosed as BCC by dermatologists.
Results: The study showed macroscopic and microscopic histological changes. An ulcerated macroscopic appearance of the lesion was shown. The tumor lesions are located on the face. It was noted that the percentage of patients was higher in men than women and higher in light skin than dark skin. The study also showed that the age group 66-74 years had a higher infection percentage, while the lower percentage was of the age group > 83 years.
Conclusion: These findings pave the way for future research endeavors aimed at prevention, early detection, and targeted treatment strategies for this prevalent skin carcinoma.
Cholera outbreak in diyala province
Authors: Hashim Ibrahim Arkan , Abbas Rafal , Hazem Ali
Published: October 2024

Background: Vibrio cholerae is a primary cause of severe dehydrating diarrhea and remains a serious public health problem in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) with insufficient water, sanitation, and hygiene. Cholera remains a public health threat the worldwide, mainly in countries with poor access to safe water and sanitation facilities. According to estimates, there are 21,000–143,000 deaths and 1.3–4 million cases of cholera annual.
Objective: This study aims to carry out an analysis of the available information on cholera outbreaks in Diyala province, 2022.
Patients and Methods: A descriptive study conducted in the department of public health using the data of cases reported from eight sectors in province. The data was collected from the surveillance unit, communicable control division of the public health department in Diyala province, IRAQ in 2022.    Results: The total number of confirmed cases of cholera was (n = 139), female (72) 52 % and male (67) 48%, death reported for two of these cases. According to the date of onset, the registration of cases began from July 19 to October 25, 2022. However, the case fatality ratio (CFR) was 1.4%, while the attack rate in the governorate is 7.6 per 100,000 populations during 2022, the highest attack rate in Khanaqin district was (77 cases) 46, while the lowest attack rate in Baldruze, Al-Mansuria, and Al-Khalis districts was (1 case) 0.3,0.6, and 0.8 respectively. The age mean of patients was (38.7 ± 17.14 years) and the occurrence of the disease is more incidence in the age group 30-44 and females more than males.
Conclusion: Occurrence Cholera outbreak during year 2022 without confirmed cases recorded since 2015 and the occurrence of cholera cases in governorate is greater during the months of August and September and most of the cases were from Khanaqin district.
Обліково-аналітичне забезпечення як основа для управління провадженням підприємствами циркулярної економіки
Authors: Замула Ірина Валеріївна , Майстренко Наталія Миколаївна
Published: October 2024

Впродовж останніх десятиліть швидкий економічний розвиток суттєво вплинув на стан планети. Глобалізація, збільшене споживання та перенаселення призвели до виникнення складних економічних, екологічних і соціальних проблем. Вичерпання природних ресурсів і наслідки екологічних катастроф свідчать про те, що традиційні методи виробництва, використання ресурсів і управління відходами вже неефективні та завдають шкоду навколишньому середовищу і людству. Для вирішення цих проблем необхідно змінити напрям розвитку сучасного суспільства на такий, який відповідав би положенням концепції сталого розвитку. Одним з напрямів впровадження концепції сталого розвитку є перехід від застарілої моделі «лінійної економіки», де сировина використовується одноразово, а відходи викидаються, до моделі «циркулярної економіки». Метою дослідження є окреслення ролі обліково-аналітичного забезпечення в управлінні провадженням підприємствами циркулярної економіки. Країни Європейського Союзу є глобальними лідерами у напрямі впровадження циркулярної економіки, розробляючи відповідну правову базу та успішно застосовуючи ці принципи на практиці. Ця модель корисна для навколишнього середовища та економічного розвитку. Основна ідея циркулярної економіки полягає в мінімізації відходів, повторному використанні ресурсів, зменшенні негативного впливу на довкілля та підвищенні ефективності виробництва. В умовах євроінтеграції українським підприємствам варто враховувати досвід ЄС у циркулярній економіці для забезпечення сталого розвитку та підвищення конкурентоспроможності. Хоча ця трансформація ставить перед підприємствами багато вимог і викликів, їх можна подолати за допомогою розвитку бухгалтерського обліку та економічного аналізу як основних інструментів інформаційного забезпечення прийняття управлінських рішень. Бухгалтерський облік і економічний аналіз відіграють ключову роль у впровадженні циркулярної економіки в діяльність підприємства, що обумовлено сукупністю причин: моніторинг ресурсів, оцінка впливу на фінансові результати, поточне управління та створення стратегій оптимізації, оприлюднення інформації.
Особливості використання методів і платформ графічного моделювання бізнес-процесів підприємств в умовах цифровізації
Authors: Ткачук Вячеслав Олександрович , Обіход Світлана Вікторівна , Похільченко Каміла Леонідівна , Мікрюкова Анастасія Олександрівна , Дем’янчук Катерина Олександрівна
Published: October 2024

У статті аргументується доцільність зміни підходу до сприйняття бізнес-процесів, їх аналізу та оптимізації в умовах широкого впровадження на підприємствах інформаційних технологій. Насамперед це потребує використання методів моделювання як однієї з ділянок управління бізнес-процесами та може бути втілене у відповідному програмному забезпеченні. Таке моделювання бізнес-процесів являє собою процес відображення суб’єктивного бачення потоку робіт у вигляді формальної моделі, що складається із взаємозалежних операцій. На основі порівняння особливостей та механізмів реалізації методів графічного моделювання бізнес-процесів було надано їх характеристику, що дозволила виокремити, на нашу думку, найбільш сучасні рішення для моделювання бізнес-процесів, а саме методи BPMN та ARIS. Зокрема, метод BPMN вважається особливим за своїм візуальним представленням бізнес-процесів, тобто ефективно, використовуючи специфічні символи та позначення, які відповідають складнощам сучасної бізнес-діяльності, відображає процеси на різних підприємствах. Графічний стиль BPMN спрощує складні взаємозв’язки, полегшуючи розуміння процесів. Зі свого боку, метод ARIS пов’язаний з графічним моделюванням, аналізом ефективності, інтеграції в інші системи, стандартизацією документів, управлінням змінами та можливістю автоматизації бізнес-завдань. Особлива увага приділяється питанню проєктування візуальних моделей бізнес-процесів у більш зручному цифровому форматі за допомогою сервісних конструкторів, що можливе шляхом використання потужних цифрових платформ. Зауважується, що більшість розглянутих цифрових платформ для моделювання бізнес-процесів підприємств підтримують саме метод BPMN. Враховуючи той факт, що графічні інструменти ARIS можуть бути представлені у вигляді діаграм потоку роботи (BPMN), багато з цифрових платформ є легко адаптованими під використання методу ARIS, хоча за прямим вжитком ARIS застосовується на платформах Creately та ARIS (IDS Scheer). Таким чином вибір методів і платформ моделювання бізнес-процесів підприємств та їх використання в умовах цифровізації має свої особливості, що переважно зумовлено завданнями, які мають бути досягнуті.
Determinants of rural‑urban child malnutrition disparities in Ethiopia
Authors: Gebresilassie Y.H. , Nyatanga P. , Teka A.M.
Published: October 2024

Child malnutrition is a significant issue in Ethiopia, with high prevalence rates. However,
there is limited information on the rural‑urban disparities in child malnutrition of all its
forms (stunting, wasting, and underweight) in the country. Therefore, this study aimed to
address this gap by analysing data from the 2019 Ethiopian Demographic Health Survey
(EDHS). This study examined the rural‑urban child malnutrition gaps in Ethiopia using an
extended Oaxaca-Blinder decomposition technique. The analysis reveals significant ruralurban disparities in prevalence rates of wasting, underweight, and stunting. The findings
highlighted that children in rural areas are more malnourished than their urban
counterparts. Additionally, the study identified key determinants of these disparities,
including maternal and parental education, household economic status, women’s age at
first birth, childbirth size, and working status of women. The results also indicate that
institutional delivery, household size, and dependency ratio contribute to widening the
rural‑urban disparities in child malnutrition. This study highlighted the importance of
targeted policies and interventions to address these disparities and reduce child
malnutrition at the national level.
Study on the chemical constituents and anti-free radical activity of mint
essential oils in Binh Thuan Province, Vietnam
Authors: Loi N.V. , Quy T.V. , Tien N.D. , Hanh D.T.
Published: October 2024

Mints (Mentha spp.) are famous aromatic and medicinal herbs that are used in traditional
and folk medicines around the world for their antimicrobial and antioxidant properties.
Mints contain volatile components such as flavonoids, organic acids, and quinones for the
digestive system, central nervous system and respiratory system. Therefore, this study
aimed to primarily find out the constituents and antioxidant activity of mint essential oil,
which are very essential. The mint was harvested from the Ham Thuan Nam district of
Binh Thuan province, Vietnam, in 2023. The essential oil of the mint was collected using
steam distillation and dried with Na2SO4 for the final product. Chemical analysis of the
components of the mint essential oil by GC-MS led to the identification of 17 chemical
components, representing 98.72% of the hydro-distilled essential oil. Of these, five were
hydrocarbons, such as monoterpenes (32.82%), and the rest were oxygenated
hydrocarbons, such as alcohols (53.42%), aldehydes (4.67%), and ketones (7.81%). The
1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazol free radical scavenging activity of the mint essential oil was
39.36±1.23%, and this value was lower than that of 0.5 mM ascorbic acid (42.84 ±1.18%).
Thus, the results of this study have high scientific and practical significance, when adding
peppermint essential oil to food, it not only creates a fragrant smell for food, but also has
antioxidant and antibacterial effects for food.
PSICOPATAS NO MUNDO CORPORATIVO: UM ESTUDO SOBRE AS CARACTERÍSTICAS E CONSEQUÊNCIAS DE SUA PRESENÇA NO AMBIENTE DE TRABALHO
Authors: Cesar Ingrid Ramos de Morais , Lopes Rubens Fernando de Souza
Published: October 2024

Objetivo: O objetivo deste estudo é investigar o impacto da psicopatia corporativa no clima organizacional, a partir da perspectiva psicanalítica, buscando identificar as dinâmicas relacionais e os mecanismos de defesa utilizados por esses indivíduos.
 
Referencial Teórico: O referencial teórico baseia-se em conceitos psicanalíticos sobre a personalidade, como o modelo estrutural de Freud e os mecanismos de defesa, além de teorias sobre liderança e comportamento organizacional. Essas teorias permitem compreender as raízes da psicopatia e suas manifestações no ambiente de trabalho.
 
Método: Para coletar os dados necessários, foram utilizadas as técnicas de pesquisa documental e bibliográfica. Essa combinação permitiu uma análise detalhada de documentos e textos relevantes, proporcionando uma base sólida para a compreensão do fenômeno estudado.
 
Resultados e Discussão: A presença de líderes com traços psicopáticos tem um impacto devastador no clima organizacional, afetando tanto os funcionários quanto a performance da empresa.
 
Implicações da Pesquisa: As implicações desta pesquisa podem auxiliar na elaboração de programas de treinamento para gestores, visando à identificação e o manejo de comportamentos psicopáticos. Além disso, os resultados podem contribuir para o desenvolvimento de ferramentas de avaliação de clima organizacional que detectem sinais de disfunções relacionais.
 
Originalidade/Valor: Este estudo contribui para a literatura ao aprofundar a compreensão das dinâmicas psicológicas envolvidas na psicopatia corporativa, especialmente no contexto brasileiro. Ao utilizar uma abordagem qualitativa e focar nas experiências dos funcionários, a pesquisa oferece uma perspectiva única sobre as consequências desse fenômeno para o bem-estar individual e organizacional.
EVALUATION OF INTERNET ACCESS BY STUDENTS AT A FEDERAL EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION IN NORTHERN BRAZIL
Authors: Kristian Adris , Nascimento-e-Silva Daniel
Published: October 2024

Objective: This study presents the results of assessing Internet access by students at a federal educational institution in northern Brazil.
 
Theoretical Framework: The study's theoretical framework relates information technologies through Internet access to learning. It shows that the more adequate Internet access is in educational institutions' daily routines, the better the students' performance in learning and its developments in technical, scientific, and technological production.
 
Method: The method used was a survey, the population of which consisted of students who attended classes during the three shifts during which the institution operated. The students were consulted through a questionnaire with multiple-choice questions, the results of which were generated using descriptive statistics and presented in frequency tables.
 
Results and Discussion: The findings showed deficiencies in a) the connection attributes, b) insufficient connection about the types of use by students, c) the connection provided is of low quality, and d) there is excess demand about the low institutional supply, especially in the evening shift.
 
Research Implications: This study shows that internet services must be the object of multidisciplinary treatment and cannot represent the exclusive view of ICT professionals or education specialists. Unidisciplinary views prevent several fundamental nuances of institutional core activities from being overlooked.
 
Originality/Value: The research's originality lies in the empirical observation that educational institutions must strategically plan long-term internet provision jointly by ICT professionals, education specialists, teachers, and students.
Identification and Antibacterial Activity Study of a Terrestrial Strain of Brevibacterium aureus 431
Authors: Liao Jiedan , Wei Junxiang , Chen Yingwen , Lin Yuchao , Gao Hongyu , Liu Yuchen , Zheng Danmin , Lai Guangwen , Liang Weiquan , Gu Wanjun , Zhou Shuzhen
Published: October 2024

This study isolated and purified strain 431 from an animal probiotic product. Through staining and microscopic examination, colony morphology analysis, biochemical reaction tests, and 16S rDNA sequence alignment, the strain was identified and named Brevibacterium aureus 431. The study focused on the production of biosurfactants by strain 431, and antibacterial activity tests were conducted on the strain and its secondary metabolites. The results showed that strain 431 exhibited no resistance to 10 commonly used drugs, and its concentrated secondary metabolites were highly sensitive to the indicator bacterium Escherichia coli. Oral administration of strain 431 to BALB/c mice resulted in normal mental state, diet, and bowel movements, with no signs of illness or death, indicating that strain 431 is highly safe and non-pathogenic to mice. The study suggests that Brevibacterium aureus 431 has significant research value as a new source of actinomycetes and that its secondary metabolites have potential application value in the development of antibacterial drugs.
Beyond Games: Unspoken Challenges of Pre- Service Physical Education Teachers – A Pilot Study
Authors:   Professional Education Department, School of Teacher Education and Liberal Arts, Saint Louis University, Baguio City, Philippines 2600, Catama Bryan V. , Tejada Nelwyn L. Tejada ,   Senior High School Department, Basic Education School, Saint Louis University, Baguio City, Philippines 2600
Published: October 2024

Studies on teacher preparation highlight the importance of practical experiences such as internships in adequately preparing pre-service teachers for the demands of the profession. However, there has been a lack of focus on the specific difficulties encountered by pre-service physical education (PE) teachers during internships. This study utilized qualitative methods to examine the specific obstacles encountered by eight pre-service physical education teachers while completing their internships at private secondary schools in the northern region of the Philippines. Through thematic analysis of weekly reflective journals, four main themes were identified: personal well-being and emotional strain, classroom management and student interactions, instructional practices and pedagogical challenges, and school environment and institutional factors. The results emphasize the importance of integrating well-being strategies into PE teacher education programs, improving PE-specific classroom management training, and promoting stronger partnerships between universities and schools to offer consistent support, resources, and practical experiences for future teachers navigating the complexities of the PE teaching environment. These findings contribute to a deeper understanding of the experiences of pre-service PE teachers and provide practical suggestions for enhancing teacher preparation and support systems.
Exploration and practice of teaching mode of "one core and three combinations" in photography course
Authors: Zhang Zhenpeng
Published: October 2024

Photography is the art of expressing the instantaneous beauty. Photography teaching is hierarchical. With the rapid popularization of digital photography technology, Beijing Open University as a remote open, education university, in the photography professional photography teaching, on the basis of construction theory, adhering to the teaching design concept of quality education, explore with the characteristics of open education"One core and three combination" teaching mode, make full use of online education technology to cultivate students' innovation ability, improve artisticaccomplishment, and vigorously promote the deepening of teaching reform.
Analysis of the "patriotic feelings" and singing of the chinese art song "Wang Xiang Ci"
Authors: He Haoran
Published: October 2024

"Wang Xiang Ci" is one of the representative works of Chinese art songs, composed by the renowned composer Lu Zaiyi to the poem "Wang Da Lu" by the calligrapher Yu Youren. This article discusses various aspects of "Wang Xiang Ci", including its creation background, musical form, musical language, and emotional expression. Through the exploration of the use of national musical elements, the stratification of emotional expression, and the discussion of technique and artistic expression in singing practice, the article further clarifies the expression of the theme of home and country in the song; It also explores how to better convey the sentiment of home and country in singing practice.
Atividade experimental investigativa no ensino de Física: apropriação de conceitos a partir das representações imagéticas
Authors: De Carvalho Ferreira Álex , Moreira Siqueira Rafael
Published: October 2024

Este trabalho apresenta uma análise das representações imagéticas dos estudantes, geradas a partir de uma atividade experimental investigativa no ensino de Física, com vistas a revelar a apropriação de conceitos referentes à Blindagem Eletrostática. Para tal, as ações pedagógicas que se seguiram no decorrer da pesquisa foram planejadas nos moldes da abordagem investigativa, visando ao engajamento ativo dos estudantes nas etapas de investigação e construção da aprendizagem. Para fins de análise metodológica, foi utilizado o Instrumento Analítico de Klein (2011) para observar os elementos contidos nos desenhos produzidos. Os resultados mostraram que os desenhos produzidos se encaixam em uma tentativa de resolução do exercício proposto na aula e que a maioria dos estudantes atingiu o nível interpretativo científico, indicando que a estratégia de múltiplas representações e abordagem investigativa permitiu abrir um espaço para o estabelecimento de significados, contribuindo para a aprendizagem do conceito em questão.
Increasing trends in hepatitis E hospitalisations in Spain, 1997 to 2019
Authors: Guerrero-Vadillo María , Peñuelas Marina , Carmona Rocío , León-Gómez Inmaculada , Varela Carmen
Published: October 2024

Background

Hepatitis E, a viral hepatitis caused mainly by the ingestion of raw or undercooked food, is not a notifiable disease in Spain.

Aim

To analyse the temporal trends, epidemiological characteristics and factors associated with severe disease from hepatitis E hospitalisations in Spain from 1997 to 2019.

Methods

Hospitalisation records were obtained from the Spanish National Hospital Discharge Database. Temporal trends and seasonality were analysed by Poisson regression in years 1997–2015 and 2016–19, given changes in hospital discharge databases. Multivariate logistic regression was used to identify factors associated with severe disease.

Results

Hepatitis E hospitalisation incidence increased from 0.22 cases per 1,000,000 inhabitants in 1997 to a maximum of 2.95 in 2018. Seasonality was observed during 2016–19 period, with more cases in the second and third quarters of the year. The incidence was higher in men vs women, and in the population aged over 40 years. Factors independently associated with death were age ≥ 50 years (adjusted odds ratio (aOR): 2.43), chronic liver disease (aOR: 4.29), HIV infection (aOR: 3.00) and hepatitis B/C (aOR: 2.11).

Conclusions

Hepatitis E hospitalisations have increased in Spain in recent years, being more severe in cases with older age, chronic hepatic diseases and HIV infection. A greater incidence in men over 40 years and a possible seasonality were observed. Further studies are needed to assess the seasonality, geographical distribution and impact of the disease to guide public health actions for prevention and control.
Professor Tamerlan Əliyevin anadan olmasının 100 illik yubileyinə həsr olunmuş Təbabətin Aktual Problemləri Beynəlxalq Konqresi
Authors: Tibb Universiteti Azərbaycan
Published: October 2024

T.Ə.Əliyevin çox cəhətli elmi-tədqiqatlarının əsasını Azərbaycanın kurort amillərinin müalicəvi təsiri,endokrin sistem xəstəliklərinin patogenezinin, klinikasının və müalicə üsulları­nın öyrənilməsi, qanın laxtalanma, əks laxtalanma və fibrinoliz sistemində patoloji şəraitdə baş verən dəyişikliklər və onların korreksiya üsulları, miokardin farktının müalicəsi və digər problemlər təşkiletmişdir.
Spatial Assessment of Urban Heat Island (UHI) in Kütahya using Landsat-8 Satellite Data
Authors: Öngen Ali Samet , Zengin Enes
Published: October 2024

The Urban Heat Island (UHI) effect refers to the phenomenon where urban areas experience significantly higher temperatures than their rural surroundings due to human activities and modifications, such as replacing natural land cover with impervious surfaces, reducing vegetation, and increasing heat-absorbing materials. Kütahya central district has a dense population and building layout, which contributes to the intense UHI. Geographic Information System (GIS) and its tools are widely used in assessing UHI in urban areas, providing insights for both researchers and local authorities. Landsat-8 images acquired on August 8, 2023 (Path: 179, Row: 33, Cloud Cover: 0%) were utilized to create the Urban Heat Island (UHI) map for the study area. Through spatial analysis using Landsat-8 data for Kütahya city center, six different classes were defined, with the UHI map created using land surface temperature values. The highest and lowest UHI values vary between 4.245°C and -3.457°C. It has been observed that the average UHI increases by 12% in areas lacking dense building structures, characterized by rock surfaces and limited green areas. Conversely, in areas with parks, forests, and sparse settlements, the UHI decreases by 10%. With this study, a comprehensive evaluation of UHI was conducted for Kütahya city center. While the results obtained are expected to be an important resource for researchers and local authorities, they are also anticipated to be beneficial in the fields of engineering geology, urban geology, and urban planning.
Safety and efficacy of a feed additive consisting of an essential oil derived from the leaves of Salvia officinalis ssp. lavandulifolia (Vahl) Gams (Spanish sage oil) for use in all animal species (FEFANA asbl)
Authors:   EFSA Panel on Additives and Products or Substances used in Animal Feed (FEEDAP), Villa Roberto Edoardo , Azimonti Giovanna , Bonos Eleftherios , Christensen Henrik , Durjava Mojca , Dusemund Birgit , Gehring Ronette , Glandorf Boet , Kouba Maryline , López‐Alonso Marta , Marcon Francesca , Nebbia Carlo , Pechová Alena , Prieto‐Maradona Miguel , Röhe Ilen , Theodoridou Katerina , Bastos Maria de Lourdes , Brantom Paul , Chesson Andrew , Schlatter Josef , Westendorf Johannes , Dirven Yvette , Manini Paola
Published: October 2024

Abstract
Following a request from the European Commission, EFSA was asked to deliver a scientific opinion on the safety and efficacy of Spanish sage oil from the leaves of Salvia officinalis ssp. lavandulifolia (Vahl) Gams (Spanish sage oil) when used as a sensory additive in feed and in water for drinking for all animal species. The EFSA Panel on Additives and Products or Substances used in Animal Feed (FEEDAP) concluded that the additive under assessment is considered safe up to the maximum use level of 14 mg/kg complete feed for all animal species. The FEEDAP Panel considered that the use of Spanish sage oil in water for drinking is safe provided that the total daily intake of the additive does not exceed the daily amount that is considered safe when consumed via feed. The use of Spanish sage oil in animal feed under the proposed conditions of use is safe for the consumer and the environment. Regarding user safety, the essential oil under assessment should be considered as an irritant to skin and eyes and as a dermal and respiratory sensitiser. Since the oil of the leaves of S. officinalis ssp. lavandulifolia (Vahl) Gams is recognised to flavour food and its function in feed would be essentially the same as that in food, no further demonstration of efficacy was considered necessary.
Peer review of the pesticide risk assessment of the active substance elemental iron
Authors:   European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), Álvarez Fernando , Arena Maria , Auteri Domenica , Batista Leite Sofia , Binaglia Marco , Castoldi Anna Federica , Chiusolo Arianna , Colagiorgi Angelo , Colas Mathilde , Crivellente Federica , De Lentdecker Chloe , De Magistris Isabella , Egsmose Mark , Fait Gabriella , Ferilli Franco , Giner Santonja German , Gouliarmou Varvara , Halling Katrin , Herrero Nogareda Laia , Ippolito Alessio , Istace Frederique , Jarrah Samira , Kardassi Dimitra , Kienzler Aude , Lanzoni Anna , Lava Roberto , Leuschner Renata , Linguadoca Alberto , Louisse Jochem , Lythgo Christopher , Magrans Oriol , Mangas Iris , Mioč Andrea , Miron Ileana , Molnar Tunde , Padovani Laura , Padricello Vincenzo , Panzarea Martina , Parra Morte Juan Manuel , Rizzuto Simone , Romac Anamarija , Rortais Agnès , Santos Miguel , Serafimova Rositsa , Sharp Rachel , Szentes Csaba , Terron Andrea , Theobald Anne , Tiramani Manuela , Vianello Giorgia , Villamar‐Bouza Laura
Published: October 2024

Abstract
The conclusions of the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) following the peer review of the initial risk assessments carried out by the competent authority of the rapporteur Member State Austria for the pesticide active substance elemental iron and the considerations as regards the inclusion of the substance in Annex IV of Regulation (EC) No 396/2005 are reported. The context of the peer review was that required by Regulation (EC) No 1107/2009 of the European Parliament and of the Council. The conclusions were reached on the basis of the evaluation of the representative uses of elemental iron in field and greenhouses (permanent and non‐permanent structures) via granule application by spreading on all edible and non‐edible crops, ornamental plants and amenity grassland to control molluscs. The reliable endpoints, appropriate for use in regulatory risk assessment, are presented. Missing information identified as being required by the regulatory framework is listed.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW IN THE DIGITAL AGE: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTISTS
Authors: Mehpara  , Nilakshi  , Trivedi Vivek , Waseem  , Sharma Anupam
Published: October 2024

This paper examines how intellectual property (IP) law is evolving in relation to visual and performing arts in our digital era, with a focus on the Indian context. By analyzing recent court cases, laws, and industry practices, it explores the key challenges artists face in protecting and monetizing their work online, as well as new opportunities created by digital technologies. The research finds that while digital reproduction and distribution have made copyright enforcement much harder, they have also opened up exciting new avenues for creation, collaboration, and connecting with audiences. The paper argues that IP frameworks need to be updated to better balance protecting artists' rights with the realities and possibilities of our digital world, particularly in the Indian legal and cultural landscape.
DISTURBING REDEMPTION: VIOLENCE AND POWER POLITICS IN SUZANNE COLLINS’ THE HUNGER GAMES SERIES.
Authors: M. Kishore Kumar
Published: October 2024

The genre of speculated fiction rose up with the sole idea of projecting the present political system into the far future thereby allowing the writer to imagine the implications of the futuristic setting and exercise the need to look into the immediate political inconstancies in an essentially futuristic scale. The works like Orwell’s 1984, Jack London’s The Iron Heel or Zamyatin’s We, reflected the fears of fascism over powering the global political dictum of collective ruling and warned against the dangers of science and technology in case the society progressed the same way or its ways left unchecked. Louisa Mackey Demesian in the work, The Age of Dystopia: One Genre, Our Fears and our Future observes
ALIMENTOS E IDENTIDADES EM CONTOS COMTEMPORÂNEOS
Authors: Paula Eduarda Alves de Oliveira , Andrade Luiz Eduardo
Published: October 2024

Este artigo tem como objetivo analisar as tematizações dos alimentos a partir do sentido identitário e sexual em contos de autoria feminina. Argumenta-se que as manifestações de sentidos produzidos pela cena alimentar podem suscitar uma reflexão crítica acerca da formação identitária feminina, bem como da sua sexualidade. Utiliza-se como corpus desta análise os contos “I love my husband” de Nélida Piñon e “Flor do cerrado” de Maria Amélia Mello, presentes na antologia Os cem melhores contos brasileiros do século, organizada por Italo Moriconi. Conclui-se que as representações dos alimentos nos contos atuam como um recurso indispensável no reconhecimento dos sujeitos em seus papéis específicos, no que se refere a sua vida privada e como parte de um coletivo. Resulta-se também desse estudo que a metáfora alimentar situa os indivíduos nos papéis passivo/ativo nas relações sexuais, operando como uma ferramenta de poder que oportuniza à mulher a manifestação da sua sexualidade e subjetividade.
GEPEtno: ode to open cages and to birds singing on other branches
Authors: Miarka Roger
Published: October 2024

Operando com a metáfora das “gaiolas epistemológicas”, este texto tem como objetivo realizar uma breve apresentação de como se constituiu o Grupo de Estudo e Pesquisa em Etnomatemática (GEPEtno) e quais rumos tomaram seus integrantes após a finalização do Grupo com o falecimento do Prof. Ubiratan D'Ambrosio em 2021, em termos de participação em outros grupos de estudo, pesquisa e luta.

Palavras-Chave: Grupo de pesquisa. Etnomatemática. Ubiratan D'Ambrosio.
Grupo de Pesquisa em Etnomatemática Indígena: espaço de interculturalidade e diversidade
Authors: Ribeiro Rhuan Guilherme Tardo
Published: October 2024

O Grupo de Pesquisa GPEIND dedica-se a investigar e promover estratégias educacionais que fortaleçam a Educação Escolar Indígena, com ênfase no Cone Sul do estado do Mato Grosso do Sul. Nosso foco está na integração de abordagens inovadoras na formação de professores, partindo das perspectivas da Etnomatemática, das Etnociências e das interações com a Educação Especial e Inclusiva nos territórios indígenas e não indígenas. Nosso objetivo é ressaltar a riqueza cultural e os conhecimentos tradicionais das comunidades dos povos originários, desenvolvendo práticas pedagógicas que sejam sensíveis à diversidade e culturalmente contextualizadas. Buscamos promover reflexões que valorizem as formas de saberes locais e promovam o engajamento de todos os alunos indígenas, especialmente os Guarani e Kaiowá, incluindo aqueles com necessidades educacionais especiais. O grupo visa promover a interculturalidade, enriquecendo os currículos escolares com perspectivas indígenas, contribuindo para uma educação escolar e tradicional mais inclusiva e equitativa.

Palavras-chave: Povos indígenas. Etnomatemática. Etnociências. Educação Especial.
Desenho da imaginação: percorrendo o caminho da criatividade e o processo criativo de Manoel de Barros
Authors: Amaral Karla
Published: October 2024

Este artigo tem como objetivo abordar o processo criativo, tendo a infância como ponto de partida e tomando como referência o trabalho do poeta Manoel de Barros. Para tal, inicia-se a reflexão a partir da vinheta de uma sessão com uma paciente de 5 anos de idade. Por fim, enlaçando psicanálise e poesia, chega-se à conclusão de que, enquanto psicoterapeutas da infância, devemos nos deixar mergulhar no universo infantil trazido pelos pacientes, permitindo assim um espaço de criação e utilizando-o como uma ferramenta de trabalho.
A CONCRETIZAÇÃO DO DIREITO À SAÚDE PARA PESSOAS AUTISTAS: ANÁLISE DE ACÓRDÃOS DO SUPERIOR TRIBUNAL DE JUSTIÇA EM FACE DOS PLANOS DE SAÚDE
Authors: Paccagnella Amanda Formisano , Luciano Júlia Rocha , Marchetto Patricia Borba
Published: October 2024

Quando se trata de direito à saúde, verifica-se situação de especial vulnerabilidade no grupo das pessoas com deficiências de difícil constatação e tratamento complexo, como o Transtorno do Espectro Autista (TEA). Em face da multiplicidade de terapias disponíveis para o tratamento, tem-se observado negativas das operadoras de saúde privada quanto à cobertura de tratamentos não previstos no rol de procedimentos da ANS, alegando a taxatividade do rol e dificultando o acesso à saúde pelas pessoas autistas. Assim, os beneficiários dos planos de saúde têm ingressado com ações no sentido de garantir a cobertura dos tratamentos e terapias, argumentando pela não taxatividade do rol. Desta forma, utilizando-se de pesquisa bibliográfica, documental e jurisprudencial, o presente artigo tem como objetivo identificar as demandas específicas de saúde de pessoas autistas, e verificar, especialmente no que concerne ao tratamento multifatorial não medicamentoso, como o Superior Tribunal de Justiça tem tratado a questão, principalmente no que diz respeito à taxatividade do rol da ANS, de forma a garantir o direito fundamental à saúde. Concluiu-se que o entendimento do STJ tem sido pela obrigatoriedade de as operadoras de saúde fornecerem aos beneficiários autistas o tratamento adequado, determinando que o rol da ANS não é taxativo no caso do Transtorno do Espectro Autista (TEA).
Palavras-chave: Direito à saúde; pessoas com deficiência; autismo; Superior Tribunal de Justiça.
CAPACIDADE CIVIL DA PESSOA COM DEFICIÊNCIA INTELECTUAL E OS EFEITOS SOBRE OS NEGÓCIOS JURÍDICOS: DIVERGÊNCIAS DOUTRINÁRIAS
Authors: Prado Francine Garcia , Leite Flávia Piva Almeida
Published: October 2024

Tendo em vista as modificações promovidas pela Lei nº 13.146 de 6 de julho de 2015 (Estatuto da Pessoa com Deficiência ou Lei Brasileira de Inclusão) na teoria das incapacidades e os impactos que elas causaram na classificação jurídica da capacidade da pessoa com deficiência, esta pesquisa tem como objetivo analisar as divergências teóricas acerca da capacidade da pessoa com deficiência intelectual, de modo a delimitar os efeitos que essa capacidade produz sobre os negócios jurídicos. Busca-se desenvolver os conflitos doutrinários que se originaram a partir das mencionadas alterações legislativas, em especial no que tange à validade ou não do negócio jurídico celebrado por pessoa com deficiência intelectual. Para alcançar os objetivos propostos, utiliza-se pesquisa bibliográfica na doutrina de Maria Helena Diniz, Flávio Tartuce, Paulo Lôbo, Pablo Stolze, Caio Mário da Silva Pereira, Flávia Piva Almeida Leite, Waldir Macieira da Costa Filho, que se desenvolve pelo método dedutivo e abordagem qualitativa. O estudo aponta que, após as modificações legislativas, a incapacidade absoluta da pessoa com deficiência intelectual é tese superada, restando respaldo jurídico para a declaração da incapacidade relativa ou capacidade restringida. Em ambos os casos, admite-se, excepcionalmente, a submissão da pessoa à curatela para a prática de atos negociais. A ausência do curador, nesses casos, acarreta a anulabilidade do negócio (para aqueles que defendem a incapacidade relativa) ou a ineficácia do ato negocial (para quem defende a capacidade restringida).
Palavras-chave: Estatuto da Pessoa com Deficiência; Teoria das Incapacidades; capacidade civil; pessoa com deficiência intelectual.
DO MODELO BIOMÉDICO AO SOCIAL NA ANÁLISE DA DEFICIÊNCIA: IMPACTOS JURÍDICOS E A MOBILIZAÇÃO SOCIAL NA CONSTITUIÇÃO DO PROBLEMA PÚBLICO
Authors: Mendes Stefania Fraga , Laprano Caio
Published: October 2024

No primeiro tópico, abordar-se-á pontualmente o reconhecimento gradativo dos direitos da pessoa com deficiência a partir da década de 1980, nomeada como a década internacional da pessoa com deficiência, perpassando a Convenção Interamericana para a Eliminação de todas as Formas de Discriminação Contra as Pessoas Portadoras de Deficiência até chegar ao marco regulatório que se deu com a promulgação da Convenção Internacional sobre os Direitos das Pessoas com Deficiência e seu Protocolo Facultativo. Evidencia-se que a Convenção Internacional sobre os Direitos das Pessoas com Deficiência positivou direitos que contemplaram a busca pela efetiva participação da pessoa com deficiência na sociedade, privilegiando a sua inclusão, autonomia e protagonismo. A Convenção volta-se para o modelo social, a fim de desmedicalizar a deficiência e o corpo deficiente. No segundo tópico, buscar-se-á descrever as trocas epistemológicas manejadas entre os estudos e reivindicações promovidas pelas pessoas com deficiência e pelo movimento feminista. Esta análise adotará, para fins de avaliação da confluência entre os movimentos, Iris Young enquanto marco teórico, mais especificamente quanto à conceituação de “perspectiva social”. Por fim, pretende-se avaliar se promulgação da Convenção Internacional sobre os Direitos das Pessoas com Deficiência (CIDPD) e da Lei Brasileira de Inclusão (Lei nº. 13.146/2015) foi influenciada pelas sucessivas demandas por reconhecimento externadas por estes quadrantes sociais. Salienta-se que, para a realização deste estudo, foram empenhadas pesquisas bibliográficas e documentais.
Palavras-chave: Pessoa com deficiência; modelo social; perspectiva social; cuidado; dependência.
Beasts of the Sky
Authors: Hackett Jon
Published: October 2024

Often the sky is conceptualised as a place of infinite possibilities, past the limits of our scientific explorations – and into the realms of our fiction and speculation; it is the site for our thoughts on the future, of the extra-terrestrial and beyond. Our representations in the media of space, sky and the infinite invariably mediate social and cultural anxieties that are current, looming and indeed threatening. These concerns range from the environment and fears of ecosystem collapse; the nuclear arms and space race; modernity, utopia and dystopia.Beasts of the Sky: Strange Sightings from the Stratosphere is the third and final collection in the Beasts series. This collection offers its readers an in-depth and interdisciplinary engagement with the skies above and their monstrous inhabitants, through critical readings of science fiction and popular culture – through the media of film, television, popular music, digital games and animation.Within this collection there are a multitude of convergent critical perspectives used to engage and explore fictional and real monstrosities of the sky and space in media. As with previous collections, Skies features chapters from a variety of academic perspectives; genre and narrative, textual analysis, spectatorship and reception, Tolkien studies, performance studies, digital media and indeed fiction are featured. Under examination are a wide range of narratives and media forms that represent, reimagine and create subjects as varied as the threat of nuclear weapons, sightings of UFOs, space exploration and flying creatures.
Rare presentation of Liver hydatid cyst in the porta hepatics: Report five cases and review of literature
Authors: Manouchehr Aghajanzadeh  , Afshin Shafaghi  , Omid Mosafaii Rad  , Mohaya Farzin  , Ali Reza Shirzadi  , Zahra Sadin
Published: October 2024

Echinococcosis remains a significant health hazard in endemic areas, including the Middle East, Mediterranean countries, and Central Asia. The liver is the most common organ involved in the Hydatid Cyst (75%). Theoretically, any lobe could be involved. However, the right lobe is more common. The involvement of the liver dome or posterior segment (7th and 8th segment), and potahepati has not been studied well. Humans are accidentally infected and do not have any role in the life cycle of hydatid cysts. The parasite may infest any body organ, with the liver and lungs being the most involved organs. portahepatis involvement by hydatid cyst is sporadic, with only seven cases published in the review of literature; we present two men, 56 and 62-year-old Persian males and two old females with RUQ pain and ultrasonography (US), computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) findings show hydatid disease of the liver with a compress of portal vein, hepatic artery, and CBD. Other organs were intact. Their laboratory tests show milled elevation of ALT, AST (98, 89 to 120 to 150 mg), bilirubin(2.5to3.5mg), and alkaline phosphatase (482 to 650mg). Other lab dates were in normal ranges. The patient underwent surgery with laparotomy. After calling the surgery site with the sponge and hypertonic saline, cysts were aspirated and evacuated, and the cavity was filled with omentum(mentoplasty). Hydatid disease is imposing a significant burden on healthcare systems, specifically in developing countries. Manifestations of the disease are often non-specific, while a subset of the infected population remains asymptomatic. Portohepatis obstruction and compressions are rare complications, and it is essential to distinguish other causes of obstruction. The management of these entities requires different approaches. Our approach was surgery with albendazole postoperative.