bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Saudi Passenger Rights Regulation of 2023 "A Critical Analytical Study"
Authors: Elhady Mahmoud Abdelgawwad Abd
Published: November 2024

Objective: The main objective of the article is to analyze the provisions contained in the Passenger Rights Regulation. The article supports the legislation of these regulations because it facilitates the continuous adaptation of passenger rights. However, the article criticizes the lack of precision in defining the interaction between the legal rules applicable to international air travel and domestic passenger air travel. Such internal regulations that apply to cross-border air travel can, in some cases, encourage conflicting laws.   Theoretical reference: The study extensively analyzed the 2017 and 2023 Passenger Rights Protection Regulations in comparison with international laws governing air transport, referencing relevant scholarly works.   Methodology: The study used an analytical approach, examining the 2017 and 2023 Passenger Rights Protection Regulations and comparing them with international laws governing air transport, incorporating insights from relevant studies.   Results and Conclusion: The internal regulations governing cross-border air travel, as critiqued, have the potential to engender conflicting legal frameworks. Moreover, the recently enacted 2023 Passenger Rights Regulation is scrutinized for its lack of a feedback mechanism, a crucial element for future regulatory amendments. The article further underscores the regulatory misalignment with international agreements governing international air transportation, indicating that these internal regulations do not comprehensively and equitably safeguard the rights of all passengers. For legislation to serve as a catalyst for innovative and apt legal frameworks in the advancement of air transportation operations and passenger rights, it is imperative that such internal regulations be all-encompassing, non-conflicting with existing legal norms, incorporate a robust feedback system, and ensure the exhaustive protection of passenger rights.   Implications of research: The article critically evaluates current passenger rights systems by shedding light on their weaknesses and the lack of communication between national and international laws related to air travel. Additionally, it conducts a comparative analysis between the passenger rights systems of 2017 and 2023, detailing the changes and their impact on the relationship between local and international laws. The article addresses deficiencies in the new 2023 legislation, such as the absence of a feedback system and its non-alignment with international agreements, highlighting the need for improvement to ensure greater comprehensiveness and alignment with developments.   Originality/value: This study stands out as the sole examination of passenger rights in Saudi law according to the 2023 regulations. It offers solutions to achieve harmony between national laws and international agreements, as well as the potential for continuous improvement of rules within the scope of a perpetually evolving application.
Effect of High Heeled Shoe Sole to the Vertical Jump Performance of Volleyball Women Student Athletes
Authors: Olivar Arjay Maiquez , Reyes Jomel Nasayao , Balisi John Paul Taguba , Panganiban Teejay Dela Cueva
Published: November 2024

Background: The study investigates the effect of wearing high heeled shoe soles on the vertical jump performance of volleyball women student athletes compared to their performance in standard footwear. This research aims to address the problem of whether high heeled shoe soles negatively affect vertical jump ability, which is a critical factor in their sport performance.
Objectives: This study investigated the influence of high heeled shoe soles on female volleyball athletes' vertical leap performance.
Methods: Using a quasi-experimental design, the study included 15 female volleyball student-athletes from Batangas State University TNEU JPLPC-Malvar Campus in 2023-2024. Participants performed vertical jump tests under two conditions—wearing high heeled shoe soles and standard footwear—over two weeks, with three attempts per condition. Paired t-tests assessed performance differences between the two footwear types.
Results: Results indicated that wearing high heeled shoe soles significantly improved jump heights, with average increases of 2.13 inches initially and 3.6 inches in post-tests. Statistical analysis yielded t-test values of 35.87 for pre-performance and 697.14 for post-performance, both showing significant gains.
Conclusion: The study concludes that high heeled shoe soles positively influence vertical jump performance in female volleyball athletes, suggesting that this footwear could enhance athletic outcomes.
Estrategias didácticas para el desarrollo de la comprensión lectora del Séptimo Año en la Unidad Educativa “Once de Noviembre”, Latacunga
Authors: Osorio-Vaca Victoria Catalina , Osorio-Vaca Anita Lucia , Osorio-Vaca Rosario del Carmen
Published: November 2024

La comprensión lectora es de gran importancia en la educación, por cuanto influye en forma significativa en el proceso de aprendizaje y desarrollo de las habilidades de la lectura y escritura para alcanzar el dominio de la comprensión oral, de textos escritos y la producción de textos escritos. El objetivo general es: diseñar estrategias didácticas para la comprensión lectora de los estudiantes del séptimo grado de educación básica de la Unidad Educativa Once de Noviembre, durante el año lectivo 2023 – 2024, a fin de mejorar el rendimiento académico. La metodología empleada para desarrollar esta investigación es enfoque mixto, tipo de investigación descriptiva, por las fuentes de información es documental, por la extensión del estudio es una investigación de campo, según el tiempo en que se efectúa es No experimental de Corte Transversal, para recopilar la información se empleó la técnica de la encuesta. La población identificada para desarrollar el estudio de investigación: “Estrategias Didácticas para el desarrollo de la comprensión lectora” es de: 10 docentes 121 estudiantes del Séptimo Año de Educación General Básica en la Unidad Educativa “Once de Noviembre”, Latacunga y el tamaño muestral es: 4 docentes y de 28 estudiantes a los cuales se aplicó la encuesta. La metodología empleada es de enfoque mixto, tipo de investigación descriptivo, por las fuentes de información es documental, por la extensión del estudio, es investigación de campo y según el tiempo que se realiza la investigación es No experimental de corte Transversal. La técnica que se utilizó es la encuesta. Métodos de estudio: teóricos, empíricos y estadísticos. Los principales resultados: el 39,29% de los estudiantes están en la escala de inicio, el 42,86% se encuentran en la escala en proceso y el 17,86% se sitúan en la escala de conocimiento de adquirido.
Metodología para el desarrollo de potencialidades talentosas en estudiantes de educación general básica con vista a la selección de una especialidad del bachillerato
Authors: Carmen-Lucrecia Guaita Gómez , García-Hevia Segress , González-Domínguez Nancy Yolanda
Published: November 2024

Esta investigación se centra en abordar una de las problemáticas más comunes al terminar el nivel educativo general básico que radica en las dificultades que presentan los estudiantes en el momento de elegir una especialidad del Bachillerato al desconocer las potencialidades talentosas que signan el camino profesional que pudieran continuar. Contribuir a mejorar y fortificar el proceso de identificación y desarrollo de talentos o habilidades innatos en cada estudiante con el propósito de que puedan seleccionar correctamente, es la intención de esta investigación. Para ello se propone una Metodología para orientar a docentes y directivos en el fortalecimiento de las potencialidades talentosas de los estudiantes que cursan la Educación General Básica con vista a la selección de una especialidad del Bachillerato. Se presenta el paradigma emergente mixto al utilizar métodos tanto cuantitativos como cualitativos para obtener una comprensión más completa del problema de investigación. En conclusión, el presente estudio permitió corroborar que el desarrollo y fortalecimiento de habilidades talentosas en estudiantes de Educación General Básica es significativo para la selección de una especialidad de Bachillerato
GAMMA KNIFE AND QUALITY OF LIFE: A REVIEW ON THE USE OF RADIOSURGERY IN BRAIN TUMORS
Authors: Silva João Victor Lemos , Silva Elton Lemos , Lemos Atinelle Teles Novais , Damasio Joyce , de Oliveira Emanuelle Santos , Ribeiro Marlon Alexandre Ferreira , Dias Leide Lourdes Barbosa , Maciel Mayla Mikelly Amorim , de Oliveira Thalita de Cássia Silva , Camurça Leonardo Torres , de Lorena Guillermo Cândido , de França Weudson Cabral , Schneider Lucas , Barbosa Luis Eduardo Rodrigues , Bernardes João Pedro Ayres , de Morais Rian Barreto Arrais Rodrigues
Published: November 2024

INTRODUCTION: Considering the quality of life of patients with brain tumors, several treatment alternatives have been developed over time, aiming at a less invasive potential and providing a permanent functional capacity for the individual. In this regard, in recent decades there has been debate about radiosurgery for the treatment of brain tumors. OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study was to evaluate the feasibility of Gamma Knife radiosurgery, considering patient safety. METHODS: This article is characterized as an integrative literature review of an exploratory nature, in the PubMED and Cochrane databases, the search was restricted to observational studies and randomized clinical trials as primary data to contemplate the outcomes Quality of life, neurological preservation, recurrence, cerebral complications and overall survival. RESULTS: The analysis of the collected data demonstrated that, in general, radiosurgery by the Gamma Knife platform preserves quality of life in several cases, mainly in smaller benign brain tumors. The disease recurrence rate after 3 years of radiosurgery ranged from 20 to 40%, depending on the type of tumor and treatment, with the highest recurrence rate in grade III meningiomas and high-grade gliomas. The 5-year recurrence rate ranged from 60 to 80%, and was therefore higher than that of more invasive treatments. CONCLUSION: The qualitative synthesis of these data proves the efficacy of radiosurgery and may suggest to neurosurgeons the possibility of treating brain tumors in patients who are not eligible for conventional surgery or in patients with non-bulky tumors.
TECHNOLOGY PARKS AS A PUBLIC POLICY STRATEGY FOR PROMOTING REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN PARANÁ
Authors: Vecchia Raquel Virmond Rauen Dalla
Published: November 2024

The debate on regional development policies in recent decades has been marked by growing concern about incorporating innovation as the main driver of regional development. In view of this, the establishment of innovative environments such as technology parks is an important strategy for boosting and stimulating the economic and social development of cities and regions. In this context, this article aimed to analyze the implementation of the State Policy for Science, Technology and Innovation of Paraná as an instrument to induce local and regional development with the premise of encouraging the creation of technology parks. The methodology adopted in this study was based on bibliographic research and documentary survey. The results showed that the State System of Technology Parks (SEPARTEC), as an instrument that articulates and encourages the various actors in science, technology and innovation in Paraná, responsible for proposing policies and creating an environment favorable to the development of innovation in the state, accredited 18 initiatives of Science and Technology Parks in Paraná at the most varied stages of maturity, in all regions of the state. With the aim of promoting an innovative culture, these parks encouraged the emergence of startups, incubators, accelerators and coworking spaces, stimulating competitiveness and increasing the productivity of companies and institutions whose activities are based on research, knowledge and technological innovation, boosting local and regional development by attracting investments, innovative companies and generating jobs.
AMAZONIA AMAPAENSE AND SCHOOL INCLUSION: CHALLENGES AND PERSPECTIVES OF STUDENTS TARGET AUDIENCE OF SPECIAL EDUCATION IN FULL-TIME SCHOOLS
Authors: Soares Claudio Afonso , Videira Piedade Lino , Costa Luis Alexandre Lemos , Custódio Elivaldo Serrão , de Oliveira Jusse Raquel Nunes , Duarte Maria de Lourdes de Souza
Published: November 2024

This study investigated the implementation of school inclusion policies for students who are the target audience for special education in full-time schools in the Amazon region of Amapá, highlighting the main facilitators and barriers in this process. The research method is based on documentary research of primary sources, in a qualitative approach, focusing on public policies available at the State Department of Education (SEED) of Amapá. The data sources for this study included various documents, such as Pedagogical Plans, reports on specialized educational services (AEE), guidelines and public policies implemented by SEED-AP, as well as reports and questionnaires available at the management of implementation of full-time schools of SEED-AP. Data collection involved three stages: identification of documents on inclusion in full-time schools, access through requests and public platforms, and qualitative and quantitative analysis with descriptive statistics to summarize the information. The results indicate that, despite advances in public policies, the implementation of school inclusion faces significant challenges, such as the lack of adequate infrastructure, the shortage of trained professionals, and the absence of formal diagnoses of architectural barriers. Furthermore, the inequality in the distribution of resources accentuates regional disparities, limiting access to inclusive education in more isolated areas. It is concluded that, in order to achieve full and effective inclusion, it is necessary to strengthen the continuous training of professionals, improve school infrastructure and promote an equitable distribution of resources. The research suggests replicating effective inclusive practices identified in outstanding schools in the region.
UNIVERSIDADES MULTICAMPI UNEB E UNEMAT: HISTÓRIA, ATUALIDADE E COMPROMISSO SOCIAL FORMATIVO DISTRIBUTIVO
Authors: Fialho Nadia Hage , Bampi Aumeri Carlos , Diel Jeferson Odair
Published: November 2024

This study aims to present two public, state and multi-campus universities, with their trajectories: one in the state of Bahia, the State University of Bahia (UNEB) and the other, the State University of Mato Grosso (UNEMAT) in Mato Grosso, Brazil. The methodology, of a qualitative nature, is based on the bibliographic review, especially on documentary analysis, for the understanding of the multi-campus institutional historical constitution, organization and functioning.  Among the results, it is observed that the two institutions, by assuming the multi-campus, following a distributive vision, materialized in their respective territories, from the public policies outlined by the states of Bahia and Mato Grosso, the principle of democratization of access to higher education, establishing social commitments, achieving equal opportunities and seeking to overcome regional formative social inequalities. It is considered, therefore, that the multi-campus configuration analyzed in the two institutions is an organizational modality that favored the insertion of public university action in the Brazilian territory, together with regions that needed human training, territorial and socio-environmental development.
UNDERSTANDING THE PERCEPTION OF MENSTRUAL POVERTY IN HOMELESS WOMEN
Authors: Guimarães Júlia Borges de Sá , Teixeira Mariana Nader , de Almeida Rogério José
Published: November 2024

Brazil faces profound social inequalities that impact millions of individuals, especially homeless women, who are subjected to conditions of heightened vulnerability. This study aimed to understand the perceptions and biopsychosocial repercussions of menstrual poverty in women living on the streets. A descriptive and exploratory cross-sectional study was conducted using a qualitative approach with semi-structured interviews. Four homeless women, selected through an active search in Goiânia/GO, were interviewed between April and June 2024. The interviews were analyzed according to Grounded Theory. The analysis of the interviews revealed four explanatory categories: (1) History before and after arriving on the streets; (2) Challenges related to living on the streets and health care; (3) Challenges for menstrual hygiene and coping with menstrual symptoms; and (4) Perception of the consequences of living and menstruating on the streets for health: a vision of the future. Period poverty is identified as a serious public health problem that affects the well-being of homeless women, with direct implications for their physical and mental health. There is an urgent need for public policies that guarantee access to hygiene products and health care, in addition to promoting the visibility and dignity of this group. The implementation of comprehensive support and assistance programs is crucial to mitigate the repercussions of period poverty and other vulnerabilities faced by these women, ensuring their dignity and quality of life.
LITERATURE AS A HUMAN RIGHT: REFLECTIONS ON BLACK IDENTITY, IMAGE AND AFRO-BRAZILIAN CULTURE ON THE COVERS OF CHILDREN'S BOOKS AT THE TIME OF LAW 10.639/03
Authors: de Souza Silvana Paulina
Published: November 2024

Our object of study was the presence of Afro and Afro-Brazilian themes, as well as the representation of black people in the titles and covers of children's books selected by the Literatura em Minha Casa Program, launched in 2003, the year in which Law 10.639/2003 was enacted. Understanding literature as an essential part of human development, we consider literary books not only as a means of entertainment, but also as a powerful instrument for strengthening students' cultural identity. The analysis of these works emerges as an opportunity to reflect on the issues and experiences concerning black people. In a corpus of 50 books, only 7 titles were found whose covers or terms alluded to black people. However, what emerged from this survey were often stereotypical images and superficial allusions to the black presence. Only one work presented graphic elements that were sufficiently explicit to contextualize the black populations brought to Brazil. Thus, the hypothesis that the book covers would significantly reflect the historical struggles and resistance of black people did not materialize. We conclude, therefore, that, despite the symbolic advance represented by the enactment of the law, the selection of books carried out by the Literature in My Home Program did not reflect the historical battles and demands of black populations.
APOI@ INDIGENOUS EDUCATION: DIGITAL PLATFORM FOR SHARING OPEN EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES
Authors: Acosta Cristina Isabel , da Silva Juarez Bento , Bilessimo Simone Meister Sommer , Machado Leticia Sophia Rocha , Sérgio Marina Carradore , Pereira Evandro Machado , Rodrigues Lorenzo Mendes
Published: November 2024

The research addressed the development of a differentiated school education for indigenous communities in Brazil, with an emphasis on a pedagogy that values ​​and preserves their cultural heritage. The study highlighted the need for educational resources adapted to indigenous cultural specificities, especially bilingual teaching materials, in accordance with the guidelines of the 1988 Federal Constitution and the 1996 Law of Guidelines and Bases of National Education. The objective of the research was to create a digital platform for sharing Open Educational Resources (OER), including bilingual teaching materials and reports of pedagogical experiences specific to the Guarani language and culture. Using Maker Culture as a methodology, teachers from the Nhu Porã School, in Torres, RS, participated in workshops to develop these resources. The research was qualitative, with the researcher carrying out intensive fieldwork. Bibliographic research and action research procedures were used, promoting cooperation between the researcher and the community to solve the identified problem. The results indicated the importance of indigenous protagonism, community participation, and cooperation between different social actors in solving the shortage of bilingual teaching materials. The construction of OER by indigenous participants, the implementation of the digital platform, and the sharing of bilingual materials and pedagogical reports achieved the research objectives. The results highlight the importance of the active participation of indigenous people in the creation of culturally relevant educational resources, expanding access to bilingual materials, and promoting a culture of collaboration and sharing in the context of indigenous education. The digital platform expanded access to indigenous bilingual educational resources, contributing to the preservation of cultural identity and the promotion of educational inclusion.
A RODOVIA BR-319 (MANAUS-PORTO VELHO): O DISCURSO PARA “PASSEAR DE CARRO”, O ISOLAMENTO RODOVIÁRIO DE UMA REGIÃO E SUAS CONSEQUÊNCIAS
Authors: Barbosa Cristiane de Lima , Da Silva Marcos Maurício Costa , Rodrigues Allan Soljenítsin Barreto
Published: November 2024

The objective of this article is to analyze the speech of the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Marina Silva, given at the Parliamentary Commission of Inquiry (CPI) of NGOs, as well as the speeches of the rapporteur of the CPI, Senator Plínio Valério, from Amazonas, and how these reverberated and were broadcast in Amazonian and national news portals and television media. The Environmental Impact Study (EIA), a technical document necessary to obtain the Preliminary License for the repaving of the "middle stretch" of BR-319, whose narratives are dissonant with the minister's speech, is also analyzed. The study is justified by the current importance of the debates on the repaving of the BR-319 highway (Manaus - Porto Velho), both in relation to environmental impacts and the need for improvements in transport infrastructure in the Amazon region. Of a qualitative nature, the methodology used in the exploratory study was bibliographic and documentary, based on the theorizations of discourse analysis by Michel Foucault (1993) and his scholars such as Veiga-Neto (2004), Saraiva (2015) and Lemke (2014). The findings indicate that the minister's speech problematizes the relationship between the reconstruction of the highway and the fight against environmental crimes, in addition to questioning the effectiveness of the social policies that would be implemented in the region after the work.
TERAPIA COMUNITÁRIA INTEGRATIVA: REPERCUSSÕES EM TRABALHADORES DE UM MUNICÍPIO PARAIBANO
Authors: De Araújo Edmara Mendes , Da Silva Adriana Maria , Barbosa Thamyres Maria Silva , Soares Luângela Carla Lopes , Ramos Thais Monara Bezerra , Galindo Júnior José Uilson Ferreira , Costa Marianne Rodrigues , Pascoal Francilene Figueirêdo da Silva
Published: November 2024

Objective: To know the repercussions of integrative community therapy (ICT) on professionals in a municipality in Paraíba. Methodology: This is an exploratory-descriptive study with a qualitative approach, the technique used was Bardin's content analysis. Workers from the Specialized Reference Center for Social Assistance, the Reference Center for Social Assistance, the Family Health Support Center and the Popular Education Center of Nova Palmeira, Paraíba, participated in the research. Results: After discourse analysis, the following empirical categories emerged: Benefits of ICT: Resignifying the way of being in which it was observed that there were positive repercussions both in the personal and professional lives of workers; and ICT Circles and their main limitations according to the participants. Conclusion: The activity enables new ways of relating collectively to the other. It is noticeable that the use of this tool provides the development of empathy, resilience, self-esteem, among others. Thus, it becomes necessary to have a greater dissemination of the ICT circles to workers and the general community, thus allowing it to become a means of social inclusion.
ESTUDO COMPARATIVO SOBRE O PROCESSO DE CONVERGÊNCIA AOS PADRÕES INTERNACIONAIS DE CONTABILIDADE APLICADOS AO SETOR PÚBLICO NO BRASIL E EM PORTUGAL
Authors: Dos Santos Tiago Mota , Vieira Eduardo Tadeu , Campos Edmilson Soares
Published: November 2024

A Nova Sociologia Institucional preconiza que estruturas e procedimentos internos, incluindo a contabilidade, são influenciados por elementos externos, assim as organizações e a contabilidade são levadas a incorporar práticas e procedimentos institucionalizados socialmente. Neste sentido, podemos vincular o processo de convergência aos padrões internacionais de contabilidade como a incorporação de práticas e procedimentos institucionalizados socialmente. Sendo assim, pesquisar sobre os desafios que os países percorreram auxilia outros a conhecer os obstáculos que o processo de convergência impõe. Destarte, o objetivo desta pesquisa é verificar quais foram os desafios que influenciaram o processo de convergência aos padrões internacionais de contabilidade aplicada ao setor público no Brasil e em Portugal. No Brasil os desafios começam pelo incentivo de uma maior participação da academia no assunto, do ponto de vista crítico, acompanhado por um full disclosure, seguido por uma aderência maior das normas brasileiras com as internacionais, auxiliados por uma evidenciação de todos os ativos e passivos pelo regime de competência, além de suportar pressões nos campos políticos e cultural. Em Portugal os desafios começam pelo incentivo a formação dos contabilistas portugueses que terão de lidar com uma contabilidade fundada em princípios, seguido da criação mecanismos institucionais que suportem pressões nos campos político e cultural, investir na harmonização da legislação local de modo que se obtenha uma maior comparabilidade, acelerar o uso do SNC-AP em todas os órgãos portugueses e promover os ajustes contábeis necessários que informem o valor real do patrimônio das entidades envolvidas no processo.
SOME CONSIDERATIONS ABOUT SCHOOL MEALS IN ESPÍRITO SANTO
Authors: Alves Luiza Santos
Published: November 2024

This article aims to analyze the National School Feeding Program (PNAE) in the state of Espírito Santo from a geographical perspective. It provides a historical overview of programs aimed at family farming and fighting hunger in Brazil, highlighting the importance of issues that permeate food, such as globalization, hunger, and the land structure of Espírito Santo, as well as their consequent impact on food production in the state. The objective is to show how the Program is important for those who produce food (farmers) and for those who consume it (students in state public schools), and that it can still be improved.
A RELAÇÃO ENTRE PESSOAS IDOSAS E A NATUREZA: IMPACTOS DE SABERES TRADICIONAIS NA PROMOÇÃO DO BEM-ESTAR E QUALIDADE DE VIDA
Authors: de Sousa Sá Francijanes Alves , Osório Neila Barbosa , Neto Luiz Sinésio Silva , Santana Leonardo Sampaio Baleeiro , Filho Fernando Afonso Nunes , Oliveira Nubia Pereira Brito , Brito Marlon Santos de Oliveira , Almeida Fábio de Sousa , Alves Ana Karolline Soares
Published: November 2024

This study aimed to explore the relationship of older people with nature and the impacts of this interaction on the promotion of well-being and quality of life. To this end, a systematic literature review was carried out in order to identify recent research that analyzed the perceptions of older people in relation to natural environments and the consequences of outdoor activities for the physical, mental and emotional health of this population group. The results showed that contact with nature contributes significantly to the reduction of feelings of loneliness and depression, in addition to favoring the strengthening of social bonds and promoting a renewed sense of belonging and identity. In addition, studies show that older people who maintain a connection with nature tend to have higher levels of subjective happiness and a greater willingness to participate in sustainable practices and environmental conservation. From these findings, it is concluded that nature plays a crucial role in promoting active and healthy aging, and that initiatives aimed at facilitating the access of older people to natural environments are fundamental for the development of public health and well-being policies.
ENSINO DE ÂNGULOS E POLÍGONOS COM USO DO SOFTWARE GEOGEBRA
Authors: Leite Maria Alice Bezerra , Leite Luiz Agostinho Lisboa , Da Silva Neto João Ferreira
Published: November 2024

O objetivo deste trabalho é descrever uma sequência didático-pedagógica desenvolvida para ensinar ângulos e polígonos em uma turma de 8º ano do Ensino Fundamental de uma escola pública estadual de Palmeira dos Índios, Alagoas, Brasil. A sequência faz parte do Projeto de Extensão "Matemática e Métodos Ativos " e aborda algumas dificuldades comuns no ensino de geometria, como a abstração de conceitos formais e a falta de compreensão dos alunos da conexão desses conceitos com situações reais. Estudos indicam que o uso de tecnologias digitais facilita a visualização e a interação com conceitos matemáticos, promovendo um aprendizado mais dinâmico e significativo. Em face disso, a sequência, aplicada em quatro aulas, envolveu atividades contextualizadas ao esporte, utilizando o software GeoGebra. Os resultados mostram que, embora alguns alunos ainda enfrentem dificuldades, a abordagem interativa e contextualizada melhorou o engajamento e a compreensão de conceitos matemáticos formais, sobretudo geométricos.
ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL ECONOMIC INDICATORS FROM A SUSTAINABILITY PERSPECTIVE: STUDY WITH COMPANIES IN THE ENERGY SECTOR LISTED ON B3
Authors: de Oliveira Andressa Daiany , de Oliveira Auris Martins , de Oliveira Adriana Martins , de Oliveira Alan Martins
Published: November 2024

Global demand for electricity is growing continuously. Therefore, the analysis of the companies involved becomes timely. This study investigates the impact of the disclosure of sustainability reports, with and without audit opinions, on the economic and financial performance of companies listed on B3 during the period from 2019 to 2023. Methodologically, the research has a descriptive approach, documentary procedure and quantitative nature. Its temporal dimension is longitudinal. The sample, composed of 77 companies selected probabilistically, was divided into: 47 companies that published reports with an audit opinion, 12 that published without an opinion, and 18 that did not publish reports. Through the Kruskal-Wallis test, the results indicated that the companies present similar performances in metrics such as current liquidity, dry liquidity, general liquidity, net margin and asset turnover. However, statistically significant differences were observed in the quick liquidity ratio, debt ratios (level and composition), as well as return on investment (ROI) and return on equity (ROE) indicators. This study contributes to the literature by providing insights into how sustainability reporting can influence various aspects of the financial management of electric power companies.
PRINCIPAIS FATORES DE RISCO E INTERVENÇÕES TERAPÊUTICAS NO CARCINOMA ESPINOCELULAR CUTÂNEO: UMA REVISÃO SISTEMÁTICA
Authors: Paranhos Silvia Gomes , Francklin Matheus Carvalho , Dos Santos Júlia Helena , Lacerda Sofia Cintra Mello Rosa , Andrade Maria Victoria Coelho Dias , Ferreira Millene Amin , Botelho Rafaella Pellegrini , Mendes Maria Eduarda Pícoli , Sabia Sara Cristina de Faria Pereira , Silva Bruna do Valle
Published: November 2024

Objetivo: O objetivo geral deste estudo é analisar a produção científica sobre o carcinoma espinocelular cutâneo, identificando os principais fatores de risco, métodos de diagnóstico e tratamento dessa patologia. Metodologia: Esta é uma revisão sistemática focada em compreender os aspectos essenciais do carcinoma espinocelular cutâneo. A pesquisa foi guiada pela pergunta: “Quais são os principais fatores de risco para o desenvolvimento do carcinoma espinocelular cutâneo, bem como os métodos terapêuticos utilizados na prática clínica?”. Para encontrar respostas, foram realizadas buscas na base de dados PubMed utilizando cinco descritores combinados com o termo booleano “AND”. Isso resultou em 106 artigos, dos quais foram selecionados 14 para análise. Resultados: Os cânceres de pele não melanoma (CPNM), como o carcinoma basocelular (CBC) e o carcinoma espinocelular (CEC), são altamente prevalentes, principalmente devido à exposição à radiação UV. A detecção precoce e a conscientização sobre os fatores de risco, como a exposição solar, são essenciais para a prevenção e manejo. O desenvolvimento de novas terapias, incluindo imunoterapias e terapias direcionadas, oferece esperança para melhorar o tratamento, especialmente em casos avançados de CPNM. Conclusão: É necessário que futuras pesquisas explorem melhor os mecanismos moleculares subjacentes à progressão do cSCC, bem como a eficácia a longo prazo das novas abordagens terapêuticas, a fim de reduzir a mortalidade e melhorar a qualidade de vida dos pacientes.
TERRITORIAL CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLES AND QUILOMBOLAS IN BRAZIL
Authors: da Costa Filho William Gomes Lisboa , Lopes Carlos Eduardo
Published: November 2024

The territorial rights of indigenous peoples and quilombolas in Brazil have gone through several stages of effectiveness and fulfill an elementary function in the construction of a more just and democratic society. This article analyzes the current status of these rights, highlighting advances, permanences and contradictions in the Brazilian legal and political system. From an interdisciplinary approach, which unites concepts of Constitutional Law, Human Rights, Anthropology and History, the normative and constitutional bases of these rights are investigated, as well as the impact of political and social pressures on their guarantee. In addition, institutional initiatives aimed at the protection of these rights are examined, with a focus on promoting social justice and the recognition of cultural diversity. Through a qualitative methodology, based on bibliographic and documentary research, this study aims to contribute to a deeper understanding of the transformations of the territorial rights of these communities. The results denote that the demarcation and regularization of indigenous and quilombola lands face significant obstacles, with political and social obstacles. Despite institutional initiatives, obstacles persist, compromising the realization of these rights and the promotion of social justice.
EVOLUTION OF DENTIN ADHESIVES: LITERATURE REVIEW
Authors: Cardoso Ana Beatriz Cesnik , de Faria Ellen Thaily Modos , Garcia Celine , Ribeiro Amanda Beatriz Casu , Franzin Cláudio Alberto , Franzin Lucimara Cheles da Silva , Torchi Sandra de Oliveira , de Souza Ilma Carla
Published: November 2024

The aesthetic demand has culminated in the improvement of restorative dentistry through new products, such as dentin adhesives, so commonly used in current restorative procedures. The quality of the union of the restorative material with the dental substrate is essential for the longevity of the treatment; In this way, dentin adhesives with different compositions are marketed, aiming to achieve optimal adhesion. The present study aimed to review the literature on the evolution of dentin adhesives, since research can bring to light innovations that overcome the limitations of contemporary adhesive systems. This article shows the evolution of dentin adhesives, their efficacy, and clinical relevance. Knowing new dentin adhesives, techniques and care required before and during the application of the chosen adhesive contributes to increasing the durability of adhesive restorations, in order to ensure satisfactory results in the union between the resin and the dental substrate, avoiding the repetitive restorative cycle.
AESTHETICS AND ETHICS AS FORMATION: THE REFUSAL OF PHILOSOPHICAL-PEDAGOGICAL SUICIDE IN CAMUS
Authors: das Chagas José Soares , da Rocha Gabriel Kafure , Perius Oneide , Branco Judikael Castelo , Correia Fábio Caires , Viana Divino Ribeiro
Published: November 2024

The scope of this article is to present and discuss the implicit imbrication between the aesthetic and the formative from the literary work of the Algerian Albert Camus. To this end, we dialogue with the writings and poetics of the novelist and playwright, especially those from the first phase of his production from the thirties of the twentieth century to the time of the Myth of Sisyphus and the Stranger, in the forties, a period in which absurdity and suicide are put as a reflection. Thus, within a theoretical and speculative bias, we intend to place the issue of education within the horizon of the ethos of the absurd, which is that of refusal to suicide and the affirmation of individuality and free thought.
PREDICTIVE TECHNIQUES AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE MODELS IN THE MANAGEMENT OF DEFAULTED PUBLIC DEBTS: COMPARISON BETWEEN LINEAR REGRESSION AND DECISION TREES
Authors: Vasconcelos Eduardo Silva
Published: November 2024

The analyzed study focuses on the application of predictive models, specifically Linear Regression and Decision Trees, for the management of delinquent debts in the public context of the United States. The main objective of the work is to compare the effectiveness of these models in predicting the compliance of debts older than 120 days, helping to direct these debts to the Treasury Offset Program (TOP), an essential initiative for government financial recovery. The problem that the study addresses is the need for effective management of delinquent public debts, seeking to ensure compliance with public financial policies that promote compliance and the proper redirection of financial resources to the government. This is particularly important to ensure fiscal transparency and accountability of federal agencies. The methodology used in the study was quantitative, based on the analysis of eligible debt data extracted from U.S. Treasury reports. The Linear Regression and Decision Trees models were applied, with performance metrics such as Mean Absolute Error (MAE), Mean Squared Error (MSE), Root Mean Squared Error (RMSE) and Coefficient of Determination (R²). The study dealt with financial and temporal variables to analyze the behavior of these debts and their compliance. The main results show that both models showed high accuracy in the predictions, with the Linear Regression showing a perfect fit (R² = 1) and the Decision Trees excelling in capturing nonlinear nuances of the data. The "Compliance Rate Amount" variable was identified as the most significant in the Decision Tree model, suggesting that the amount of the compliance rate is one of the most important factors to predict the compliance of delinquent debts. This study offers valuable contributions to the field of public management, by demonstrating that the use of predictive models can help optimize debt recovery, improve fiscal transparency, and contribute to more informed decision-making.
THE ROLE OF THE LITERARY CRITIC: STUDY OF THE OBJECT AND AESTHETICS IN THE PROCESS OF SEMIOTICS THROUGH A CRITICAL READING
Authors: Mantovano Luiz Carlos Moreira Ramo , de Oliveira Custódia Annunziata Spenciere , Ferreira Elizete Albina
Published: November 2024

The respective essay aims to guide students of Literary Criticism and Comparative Aesthetics through the study of the Work and criticism (2019, p 9-31) and Aesthetics and Semiotics (2019, p 1-8) of Literature and Intersemiotic Systems, by Flávio Khote. From this perspective, the analysis of the role of the critic will be a relevant theme in this essay, in addition to enunciations in relation to the role of semiotics within literature and the study of the object among the aesthetics in comparison. Therefore, comparative studies will be used with the semiotic theory of Algirdas Julien Greimas, For Greimas, the sign is called "textual aspect", Semiotics is the theory of signification and its object is not the sign, but the Semiotic Systems. According to Greimas, "each science has its particular semiotics". This comparative study seeks to substantiate the role of the critic and assist him in his training, guiding him not to fall into traps preformed by methodological procedures of the criticism of comradeship, in this way, it seeks to form critics who excel in the ethical and isonomic precepts of literary criticism.
Risk factors for nosocomial candiduria in patients with bladder catheterization, diagnosis and treatment
Authors: Itanare Maita , Del Valle Yohismari , Jewtuchowicz Virginia Marta
Published: November 2024

Introduction: nosocomial candiduria is defined as the detection of Candida spp. in the urine of hospitalized patients who have a bladder catheter. Objectives: to analyze risk factors in patients with nosocomial candiduria.Methods: a literature review was carried out in PubMed, Google Academic and SciELO databases. Inclusion criteria were used, and search terms related to “Candiduria”, “Candidiasis”, “risk factors” and “urinary tract infections” were used to retrieve the records.Results: of the 92 articles identified, 19 were selected for a comprehensive analysis. The main risk factors associated with nosocomial candiduria in patients with bladder catheters included prolonged use of urinary catheters, hospitalization in intensive care units (ICU), immunosuppression, diabetes mellitus, advanced age and the use of broad-spectrum antibiotics. The most frequently involved species were Candida albicans (65,22 %) and Candida glabrata (20-30 %), highlighting antifungal resistance in some of these species.Conclusions: the prolonged use of bladder catheters, together with hospitalization in the ICU, are the main risk factors for the development of nosocomial candiduria. In addition, immunosuppression, diabetes and prolonged use of antibiotics play an important role in the development of this infection. The implementation of protocols that include the rational use of antibiotics, the monitoring of patients at risk and the improvement of urological procedures is key to reduce the incidence and improve the management of candiduria
The Influence of Mandatory Halal Certification Decisions and Adaptation Strategies on Operational Decisions of Msmes in Sukmajaya District, Depok City, West Java
Authors: Cyka Oktaviani  , Balqis Yudhi Putri  , Ali Ridho
Published: November 2024

Amid rapid economic growth, MSMEs play a vital role in Indonesia’s economy, driving local economies and providing employment. However, they face challenges such as increasing competition and the requirement for halal certification, as mandated by Law No. 33 of 2014. Halal certification is crucial for both Muslim consumers and global market competitiveness, often requiring MSMEs to adjust production, management, and operations. Effective adaptation strategies, including changes in production methods and supply chain management, are essential to meet halal standards without compromising efficiency. Research shows that mandatory halal certification and adaptation strategies have a positive and significant influence on the operational decisions of MSMEs in Sukmajaya, Depok, West Java. The mandatory halal certification decision has a positive and significant influence on the operational decisions of MSMEs in Sukmajaya District, Depok, West Java, with a significance value of 0.000 < 0.05. Similarly, adaptation strategies have a positive and significant impact on the operational decisions of MSMEs in Sukmajaya, with a significance value of 0.000 < 0.05, and the coefficient value is 0.888
Characterization of Microplastics in the Sediment of Azuabie and Eagle Island Creeks, Rivers State, Niger Delta
Authors: T.I. Inyang, , I.K.E. Ekweozor, , T.J.K. Ideriah, , G.N. Anaero-Nweke, , N.D Gbaa, , S.R Ubulom,
Published: November 2024

Microplastics are dispersed throughout the world’s ocean and is often found in shorelines, seabed sediments, beaches, and wastewater effluents. they can accumulate in the tissues, serve as vehicles for transport of pathogens, adsorb and accumulate toxic pollutants. The small size of microplastics makes them easily available for ingestion by different species of fish in the marine environment. This study was undertaken to identify and characterize the microplastic in the sediment of Azuabie and Eagle Island Creek in Rivers State, Nigeria. Microplastic characterization was achieved following standard procedures using micro-Fourier Transform Infra-Red Spectroscopy (Agilent Cary 630 FTIR). The result revealed that microplastic shape in the sediments of Azuabie and Eagle Island Creeks were dominated by microplastic filament followed by fragment in both stations with Eagle Island creek having the highest Percentage while other shapes like Film, bead and foam were not found. Microplastic (>1mm) was the most prevalent size identified. Polypropylene and Polyethylene were the only polymer type detected in both stations with Polypropylene the most prevalent polymer type in both stations. The study further revealed the presence of black and blue coloured microplastics with black colour occurring the most in Azuabie Creek, statistically the values were not significantly different. Therefore, based on the result of this study, there is a need for constant monitoring of wastes discharged into both Azuabie and Eagle Island Creeks by the regulatory bodies in order to reduce their levels in the aquatic ecosystem.
Synergistic Effect of Flavonoid-rich Ethanolic Extract of Coccinia indica and Hesperidin in Diabetes Induced Neuropathic Rat Model
Authors: Gurung Pravash , Nanjundan Prem Kumar , Chhetri Royan , Chettri Samuel , Gangadhar Karthik
Published: November 2024

Degeneration of neuronal function and diminished sensation characterize diabetic neuropathy, the foremost prevalent complication connected with diabetes mellitus. This research focuses on investigating the combined impact of flavonoid rich ethanolic extract of Coccinia indica extract (CIE) and hesperidin in diabetes induced neuropathy. Male sprague dawley rats were instigated with diabetic neuropathy (DN), following 14 days of high fat diet treatment along with streptozotocin (35 mg/kg, i.p), then the animals were maintained for 4 weeks to allow the development of DN. In accordance to the previous research identifying increased lipid peroxidation and reduced enzymatic antioxidants (superoxide dismutase, catalase, and reduced glutathione) as hallmark indicators of diabetic neuropathy (DN), our study demonstrated a similar biochemical profile. Treatment with CIE (200 mg/kg) alone and in combination with hesperidin at doses (25, 50 mg/kg), orally were conducted for eight weeks, which produced substantial reduction in blood sugar and restored antioxidant levels. Models for neurological pain (Eddy’s hot plate and Tail immersion) were utilized to assess the levels of antinociception. Post third week, the combined therapy of CIE and hesperidin exhibited significant (p<0.001) antinociception due to their ability to improve the insulin sensitivity (Increase in glucose tolerance) when compared with metformin. As CIE, hesperidin, and metformin are all known to activate AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK), which subsequently leads to the inhibition of nuclear factor-kappa B (NF-κB) and other pertinent signaling pathways. This cascade ultimately results in the suppression of gluconeogenesis, inflammatory cytokines while enhancing insulin sensitivity and elevating antioxidant levels. This signifies that combination therapy with CIE+hesperidin is equivalent to metformin in delaying the progression of diabetes induced neuropathy. Histological examinations confirmed the absence of sciatic nerve damage. Combined therapy of CIE along with hesperidin yielded notable depletion in blood sugar concentration and prevented further development of diabetic neuropathy.