bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Sonographic Analysis of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) and Its Correlation with Obesity
Authors: Rehman Vaneeza , Khawaja Fatima Waseem , Ashraf Hamna Jabeen , Randhawa Fatima , Mahmood Faheem , Ali Syed Saim
Published: December 2024

Background: NAFLD is strongly associated with obesity and metabolic syndrome, arguably the most common liver disorders worldwide. To provide early diagnosis and prevention, we need to understand its predictors. Objectives: This study aimed to identify the clinical, biochemical and sonographic predictors for NAFLD in a cohort of patients with multivariate analysis. Methods: In our study, 537 patients: 340 with NAFLD as diagnosed by sonography. Clinical parameters (BMI and waist circumference) and biochemical markers (ALT, triglycerides, HDL cholesterol) were compared with demographic characteristics (age, gender and marital status). Sonographic findings involved evaluation of liver echogenicity, hepatomegaly, and steatosis. Multivariate logistic regression was used to identify odds ratios (OR) and 95% confidence intervals (CI) of NAFLD predictors. Results: All three measures (BMI, OR = 3.21, 95% CI: 1.8–5.3; waist circumference, OR = 4.02, 95% CI: 2.5–6.0; and waist/hip ratio, OR = 2.09, 95% CI: 1.3–3.3) were significantly associated with NAFLD. Elevated ALT (OR = 2.55, 95% CI: 1. The associations between NAFLD and 9–3.8), triglycerides (OR = 1.45, 95% CI: 1.2–1.9), and HDL cholesterol (OR = 0.35, 95% CI: 0.18–0.63) were lower. Sonographically, increased liver echogenicity (OR = 3.50, 95% CI: 2. Prevalence of NAFLD patients was 8–4.8 and (OR = 4.85, 95% CI: 3.2–7.1) for steatosis. Conclusion: Strong association exists between NAFLD and obesity, metabolic dysfunction, and characteristic sonographic features. Preventing disease progression requires early detection, via ultrasound, with weight loss and metabolic control interventions.
Assessing the Effectiveness of Simple Surgical Excision in Breast Cyst Management: Outcomes, Recurrence, and Postoperative Complications
Authors: Iman Shazil , Hussain Syed Tahir , Shahid Muhammad Shahmeer , Khan Omer Javed , Shami Munzar , Aftab Fatima , Zulfiqar Ibtesam
Published: December 2024

Background: Breast cysts are common benign tumors that are frequently treated surgically to avoid problems and recurrence. Analyzing this strategy helps to maximize results. Objectives: To evaluate the effectiveness of simple surgical excision for treatment of breast cysts focusing on outcomes, recurrence rates, postoperative complications, and multiple biomarkers. Methods: Current prospective observational study was conducted with 150 female patients who underwent simple surgical excision of breast cysts from September 2023 to September 2024. Recurrence rates, postoperative complications, cosmetic outcomes and the relationship between biomarker profiles and recurrence were evaluated in patients and ER, PR, HER2, Ki-67, p53 and BCL-2 were assessed with immunohistochemistry. All data were analyzed using the chi-square test for categorical variables and independent t- tests for continuous variables with (P < 0.05) considered statistically significant. Results: Within 12 month follow up period, 8 patients (5.3%) had a repeat cyst. Ki-67 expression (>20%) was significantly associated with recurrence (P = 0.03), p53 overexpression (P = 0.04), and BCL-2 positivity (P = 0.02). There was no significant association with recurrence of ER, PR, HER2 and triple negative status. Seventeen patients (11.3%) had postoperative complications, most commonly wound infection (4.0%, P = 0.03). Cosmetic outcomes were generally favorable, however, patients reported lower overall satisfaction with the cosmetic outcomes in association with recurrence or complications (P = 0.04). Conclusions: Breast cysts can be successfully treated with simple surgical excision, which has good cosmetic results and a low recurrence rate. Larger cysts raise the likelihood of seroma with controllable consequences, BCL-2 provides protection, and biomarkers such as Ki-67 and p53 indicate high-risk instances.
CENSURA E LIBERDADE DE EXPRESSÃO: UMA ANÁLISE DA PL N° 2630/2020
Authors: Silva Reginaldo Pacatuba da
Published: December 2024

This article investigates the delicate interaction between censorship and freedom of expression, focusing on a critical analysis of Bill 2630/2020, popularly known as PL das Fake News. The main points of the bill are explored, which aims to regulate the use of the internet and combat the spread of false information and hate speech on social networks. During the study, we examined the arguments for and against PL 2630/2020, considering the challenges and dilemmas that involve the search for a balance between protecting society against harmful fake news and preserving freedom of expression in the digital sphere. The analysis covers the legal, ethical and political aspects of the bill, as well as concerns regarding privacy and mass surveillance. Through a detailed literature review and documentary analysis, this article seeks to offer a comprehensive view of the implications of PL 2630/2020 for Brazilian society and the global scenario in relation to freedom of expression and combating disinformation. By addressing the complexity of censorship and freedom of expression in the context of the bill, this study aims to contribute to a deeper understanding of the issues involved and provide valuable insights into the balance between the protection of society and individual rights in the digital age.
SEMEANDO CONHECIMENTO: AÇÕES EDUCATIVAS E INTERATIVAS NA AABB DE UM MUNICÍPIO DO ESTADO DO TOCANTINS
Authors: Leite Ana Eduarda Magalhães , Oliveira Blenda Turibio , Gomes Geysana Magalhães Neres , Valente Giovana Mara Fonseca , Furtado Gustavo Demetrios , Almeida Gustavo Henrique Duarte , Sousa Junior Josafá Costa , Lima Kaio , Cunha Kamilla Alves da , Souza Lara Maria Pereira de , Menezes Maria Rita De Paula , Batista Maria Rita PereiraMaria Rita Pereira , Batista Mayk Sander da Silva Guimarães , Póvoa Sofia Araújo , Caetano Thais Alves , Cunha Edinaura Rios
Published: December 2024

O projeto “Semeando Conhecimento: Ações Educativas e Interativas na AABB” buscou promover a educação em saúde de forma lúdica para crianças de 7 a 12 anos em situação de vulnerabilidade. A ação ocorreu na sede da Associação Atlética Banco do Brasil (AABB), oferecendo estações temáticas com tópicos como importância de valores como saúde, aprendizado e sonhos. O método envolveu o uso de jogos pedagógicos e atividades interativas que estimularam o aprendizado e a participação ativa das crianças. Os resultados mostraram engajamento significativo dos participantes e reforçaram a importância de ações comunitárias integradas à formação médica, seguindo as diretrizes da Política Nacional de Atenção Básica (PNAB).
INCIDÊNCIA DE LESÕES ESPORTIVAS NO JOELHO EM JOGADORES DE VOLEIBOL: RELAÇÃO COM A AVALIAÇÃO OBJETIVA DA FUNÇÃO DOS MÚSCULOS FLEXORES E EXTENSORES DO JOELHO
Authors: Brandl Lana , Marcon Ana Caroline , Rossato Jaline , Baioco Renata Adam , Carvalho Alberito Rodrigo de
Published: December 2024

Introdução: Os atletas estão sempre procurando seu melhor desempenho, por isso, formas de avaliações destinadas a manter a saúde o mais íntegra possível, de forma que possam prever e talvez evitar lesões e afastamentos são sempre bem vindas no campo das especialidades esportivas. Anomalias nas medidas da função muscular, como assimetrias de força ou relação isquiotibiais-quadríceps (I/Q) fora dos limites normais, são fatores predisponentes para lesões esportivas. Objetivo: Determinar a relação entre assimetrias na força isométrica máxima dos flexores e extensores do joelho e na relação ísquio-quadríceps e a incidência de lesões no joelho em atletas de voleibol. Métodos: Esse estudo é caracterizado como observacional longitudinal, onde observou-se 39 atletas de voleibol de rendimento do sexo feminino, nas categorias sub-15 a sub-21, de duas equipes federadas do estado do Paraná, Brasil. Uma lesão esportiva foi definida como aquela que ocorreu durante um treinamento/competição e resultou em licença médica com afastamento dessa atleta da atividade. A incidência foi apurada entre fevereiro e maio de 2024 e novas lesões foram comunicadas ao fisioterapeuta da equipe para incluí-las no estudo. As medidas de função muscular foram realizadas por dinamômetro de tração (Dinabang) em fevereiro de 2024, no qual a voluntária ficava sentada em uma cadeira, com faixas transpassadas nas coxas para evitar compensação, com joelho fletido a 60°±5. Uma corrente inextensível teve uma extremidade enganchada à estrutura da cadeira e a outra na tornozeleira acoplada na atleta e conectada ao dinamômetro. Solicitou-se força máxima em 3 tentativas de extensão e flexão de joelho. As variáveis quantificadas foram: i) assimetrias para força isométrica máxima (%) de quadríceps e isquiotibiais, sendo valores maiores que 10% considerados assimetrias; ii) relação isquiosquadríceps bilateral, sendo considerados valores normais entre 0,5 e 0,7. As relações foram determinados usando GzLM. Resultados: Foram registradas lesões meniscais (n=8), tendinopatias (n=4), entorses (n=2), dor femoropatelar (n=2) e rupturas do LCA (n=1). As médias (IC95% e DP) das medidas musculares consideradas sem alterações foram: assimetria de quadríceps (10,9; [7,9-13,9]; ±9,2), assimetria isquiática (5,7; [4,1-7,4]; ±5,2), relação ísquio-quadríceps esquerdo (0,52;[0,49-0,55];±0,11) e direito (0,49;[0,46-0,53];±0,10). Não houve relações significativas entre a incidência de lesões e medidas de função muscular. Conclusões: A função dos músculos flexores-extensores do joelho dentro dos limites normais não parece influenciar a incidência de lesões esportivas no joelho.
ESTUDO BIOMECÂNICO DA CAMINHADA DO TANGO
Authors: Torres Carol , Biancardi Carlo M. , Minetti Alberto E. , Fábrica Gabriel
Published: December 2024

INTRODUÇÃO: O tango, reconhecido como Patrimônio Cultural Imaterial pela UNESCO (2009), tem potencial como estratégia de reabilitação (Lötzke et al., 2015). No entanto há escassez de quantificação biomecânica e fisiológica para dar suporte ao seu uso clínico. Este estudo explora os aspectos energéticos e espaço-temporais da caminhada de tango, especificamente no papel de líder. MÉTODOS: Treze bailarinos de tango (cinco mulheres e oito homens, idade 49,6 ± 16,4 anos, massa corporal 72,7 ± 18,6 kg e estatura 1,70 ± 0,08 m) realizaram uma caminhada em velocidade auto selecionada e no estilo tango no papel de líder ao som da música "La Puñalada", composta por Horacio Castellanos em 1937. Um sistema de captura de movimento de oito câmeras a 100 Hz (Vicon Motion System, Oxford, Reino Unido) e um sistema metabólico portátil (K5, Cosmed, Itália) foram utilizados. O comprimento do ciclo, Tempo do ciclo, Frequência do ciclo, Duty Factor, trabalho mecânico externo, trabalho interno, trabalho total, energy recovery e porcentagem de congruência de energia mecânica foram determinados in LabView (versões 2.0–7.1, National Instruments, Austin, EUA) ou Matlab R2018a® (Mathworks, Inc.). T-test foram usados para comparar as diferenças entre as condições para toda as variáveis. RESULTADOS: As duas formas de caminhar, não mostraram diferenças significativas de velocidade (p=0.86). Apesar das variáveis ​​espaço-temporais inalteradas (faixa p= 0.54-0.96), na caminhada estilo tango houve um aumento notável no Custo de Transporte (1.64±0.51 vs 3.16±0.9 J.kg-1.m-1, p≤ 0,001), e uma diminuição de energy recovery (56,6±12,4 vs 45,9±14,2 %, p=0,046) e na eficiência (0,417±0,177 vs 0,228±0,076, p=0,002). Além disso, foi observada uma maior variabilidade na marcha de tango, para a maioria das variáveis, sugerindo potenciais assimetrias. CONSIDERAÇÕES FINAIS: A inexistência de diferenças de velocidades entre condições permite-nos assumir que as alterações observadas estão ligadas a alterações de técnica. Portanto, a escolha da música torna-se uma consideração crucial para o uso do tango como estratégia de reabilitação, e, este primeiro estudo sugere a milonga como um subgênero a ser utilizado. Apesar de velocidades semelhantes, as variações estéticas dentro do Tango, aumentam significativamente a demanda energética. Esta é uma consideração inicial importante a ser levada em conta ao usar o tango como uma estratégia de reabilitação. Os resultados obtidos sugerem que fatores não mecânicos, como co-contrações de grupos musculares, poderiam explicar as diferenças observadas. No entanto, estudos adicionais ainda são necessários para determinar as causas dessas mudanças. Analisar assimetrias e atividade muscular a caminhada do Tango pode fornecer percepções sobre o aumento substancial observado na demanda energética.
O EFEITO DO APRENDIZADO MOTOR NA REPRODUTIBILIDADE DE TESTES DE ESTABILIZAÇÃO LOMBOPELVICA EM ADULTOS JOVENS: ESTUDO OBSERVACIONAL TRANSVERSAL
Authors: Righetto Geovanna Flores , Briere Bruna Anastácio , Hoff Estela , Rossato Jaline , Dias Rebeca Ferreira , Bloemer Aline , Carvalho Alberito Rodrigo de
Published: December 2024

INTRODUÇÃO:  O controle muscular lombopélvico (músculos transverso do abdômen e multífidos lombar) é responsável pelo alinhamento da pelve e da coluna toracolombar durante o equilíbrio estático e dinâmico. Dessa forma, o treinamento motor central tem demonstrado melhora no desempenho do controle lombopélvico e no sinergismo muscular a fim de melhorar o recrutamento muscular e retreinamento do movimento ideal. OBJETIVO: Verificar o efeito do aprendizado motor na reprodutibilidade de medidas de estabilização lombopélvica, tanto dinâmica quanto estática, em indivíduos saudáveis. MÉTODOS: Amostra composta por 20 voluntários (♀ = 14 e ♂ = 6; massa corporal 71,0±17,4 kg; estatura 1,68±0,09 m; comprimento de membros inferiores 0,8 ±0,06 m). As medidas de Estabilidade Dinâmica (ED) e Estática (EE) dos músculos profundos da região lombopélvica foram avaliadas por uma unidade pressórica de biofeedback (UPB) Stabilizer; com ênfase na ação muscular do Transverso do Abdômen (retroversão pélvica [EE_trans]) e do Multífido Lombar (anteversão pélvica [EE_multi]) para EE; e apenas na ação muscular do Transverso do Abdomên para ED. As avaliações ocorreram em 3 sessões distintas, com protocolo idêntico: i) teste; ii) reteste_1 (24h após a familiarização); iii) reteste_7 (7 dias após a familiarização). Foram solicitadas 5 tentativas, com intervalo de dois minutos entre cada uma delas, e registrada a pressão média sustentada durante cada contração. Caso o valor pressórico na última medida tenha sido maior 10% da anterior, nova medida foi realizada até que tal diferença fosse menor que 10%. A reprodutibilidade foi testada pelo coeficiente de correlação intraclasse (ICC). RESULTADOS: Os achados de reprodutibilidade entre as avaliações (ICC, em valores percentuais, [intervalo de confiança – 95%], classificação da força da confiabilidade); p-valor) foram: EE_trans (teste*reteste_1*reteste_7= 0,77[0,58 a 0,89], boa; p<0,001); teste*resteste_1=0,81[0,58 a 0,92], boa; p<0,001); teste*reteste_7=0,62[0,24 a 0,83], moderada; p=0,002); EE_multi (teste*reteste_1*reteste_7= 0,52[0,25 a 0,75], moderada; p=0,001); teste*resteste_1=0,55[0,15 a 0,79], moderada; p=0,005); teste*reteste_7=0,39[-0,05 a 0,71], pobre; p=0,073); ED (teste*reteste_1*reteste_7= 0,87[0,74 a 0,94], boa; p<0,001); teste*resteste_1=0,81[0,58 a 0,92], boa; p<0,001); teste*reteste_7=0,85[0,67 a 0,94], boa; p=0,002). CONSIDERAÇÕES FINAIS: A reprodutividade para EE_trans e ED foi boa no geral, enquanto que para EE_multi foi moderada. Quando o intervalo foi de apenas 1 dia, as reprodutibilidades foram melhores que aquelas com intervalo de 7 dias, sugerindo efeito de aprendizado motor. Dessa maneira, sugere-se que há a possibilidade do teste de multífidos com o uso do Stabilizer não seja a opção mais eficaz.
Leveraging Learning in Operational Environments: Lessons Learned from a Multinational Experience aboard USS George Washington during the Southern Seas 2024 Mission
Authors: Kerr Lisa M. , Robinson Jonathan P.
Published: December 2024

Professional military education (PME) serves to prepare individuals and teams to promote peace, deter aggression, lead in times of crisis, and prepare to adapt with purpose in volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous circumstances. Contemporary geopolitical conditions require global leaders to reinforce relations with allies and partners. PME is a platform on which multinational relationships and interoperability can develop and be strengthened. This article explores the roles of human factors in effective PME among a multinational cohort of military officers learning in an operational environment during the Southern Seas 2024 mission to advance partnerships and interoperability. Outcomes reported describe adult development and education methods that foster learning while attending to human factors that improve leader and team development among mid-career professional military officers in operational environments—the exact real-world environment in which PME graduates need to be prepared to excel, collaborate, and lead to win.
Role of Demographics in Green Purchase Intentions
Authors: Smajic Hamza , Knezović Emil , Ghassan Yousef Hamarsheh Anas
Published: December 2024

This study investigates the role that demographic factors (country of origin, age, gender, and education) play in green purchase intentions (GPIs) among consumers in Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). It is based on primary, quantitative, cross-sectional data collected using the questionnaire. The final sample included 680 consumers from the three countries. Hypotheses are tested using the independent samples t-test and one-way ANOVA. Results of the study show that age, gender, and education are not significant differentiators in GPI, while partial support was found regarding the role of country of origin. The study points out the relevance of GPIs and indicates the theoretical and practical implications. It enriches the scarce literature on green consumer behavior in the Middle East region and presents future research suggestions for its further development.
Quantum Computing and the Future of Encryption
Authors: Seiler Gavin
Published: December 2024

Quantum computing is rapidly advancing, and it presents an unprecedented threat to modern encryption. Within the next two decades, quantum computing may lead to a global cybersecurity crisis dubbed Q-day. This is when quantum computing will be capable of breaking the encryption methods underpinning the internet and other digital processes. This scenario threatens individual privacy, global economic stability, and national security infrastructures. The actual timeline for quantum threats is uncertain, but it is urgent that quantum-resistant cryptography is developed and implemented. The paper examines the current state and projected growth of quantum computing capabilities by focusing on metrics including quantum volume, coherence time, and coherence gain. The paper also highlights the period from 2025 to 2030, as significant breakthroughs in quantum computing may occur during that time due to enhanced qubit scaling, error correction, and algorithm efficiency. Looking ahead a decade from now, 2034, the landscape of cryptography will be significantly different. By then, it is highly probable that quantum computers will achieve a quantum volume of around 107 qubits, with a low error rate of 10-3 or better. This level of quantum computing power makes widely used cryptographic systems, for instance, RSA-1024, vulnerable to disruption. Consequently, there is a narrow window of opportunity to adapt and prepare. This applies to areas such as Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC), and Quantum Key Distribution (QKD). The paper underscores the importance of a coordinated global effort to develop, standardize, and implement quantum-resistant cryptographic solutions before it is too late.
The Artist’s Book as a Genre in Contemporary Visual Art – Definition and Main Types of Artists’ Publications
Authors: Dalkalacheva Regina
Published: December 2024

The article lays the theoretical foundations for considering and understanding the Artist's Book as a unique form of expression in contemporary art. The Artist’s Book is defined as a free visual work of the artist that is conceived and realized through the specific expressive means of the book and is realized independently of the traditional structures and distribution network of formal book publishing. Essential characteristics define the Artist’s Book not as a literary genre but as a genre in the visual arts that derives from innovative ideas of the late 19th century and revolutionary currents in the avant-garde in the 20th century. The text elucidates the historical genesis and articulates the conceptual and aesthetic features of the two main movements: Artists’ Books realized in limited editions and conceptual Artists’ Books, also called Artists’ Publications. The current trends in the highly dynamic development of contemporary Artists’ Books, which are defined by a diversity of forms and innovative plastic and pictorial approaches of artists, are commented.
Teachers' STEM club activities implementation levels
Authors: Eroglu Seyide , Gökçe Hasan , Karaca Melek , Bektas Oktay
Published: December 2024

The aim of this research is to determine the level of implementation of STEM club activities by teachers in schools in terms of teacher, student, planning and implementation dimensions, taking into account gender and seniority variables. The study uses the cross-sectional survey model design and explanatory correlation model. The study has chosen the purposive sampling design. The sample of the research consists of 139 teachers and carried out STEM club activities in the 2019-2020 academic year. The STEM Club Evaluation Scale was used as the data collection tool. As a result of descriptive statistical analyses, the independent samples t-test, correlation and regression analyses, each dimension in the scale was found to statistically significantly predict the level at which teachers implement STEM club activities. In this context, the dimensions of teachers and students explain a high level of the variance in teachers’ STEM club activities implementation level, while the dimension of planning and implementation explains this at a moderate level. The study has concluded teachers’ STEM club activities implementation level to not differ according to gender in terms of the dimensions of teachers and of planning and implementation, while this level does differ in favor of females in terms of the dimension of students. At the end of the study, suggestions were made that other studies on STEM clubs could be enriched by taking into account different dimensions such as teachers, students, planning and implementation, and that studies examining variables such as gender and professional seniority not only as independent variables but also as moderating and mediating variables could be added to the literature.
Kapsayıcı eğitim uygulamalarına ilişkin öğretmen görüşlerinin incelenmesi
Authors: Yenen Emin Tamer , Gültekin İdris
Published: December 2024

Bu çalışmanın amacı, kapsayıcı eğitim uygulamalarında aktif rol oynayan öğretmenlerin kapsayıcı eğitime ilişkin görüşlerini elde etmek ve analiz etmektir. Bu doğrultuda çalışma nitel araştırma yöntemi çerçevesinde desenlenmiştir. Araştırmanın çalışma grubunu Nevşehir il merkezindeki Milli Eğitim Bakanlığı'na bağlı okullarda çalışan farklı eğitim kademelerinden 12 öğretmen oluşturmaktadır. Araştırmanın verileri araştırmacılar tarafından oluşturulan yarı yapılandırılmış görüşme formu ile toplanmıştır. Elde edilen nitel veriler içerik analizi yöntemi kullanılarak çözümlenmiştir. Analiz sonucunda öğretmenlerin kapsayıcı eğitime ilişkin görüşleri; kapsayıcı eğitimin tanımı, kapsayıcı eğitime ilişkin değerlendirmeler, kapsayıcı eğitimin uygulanma sürecinde öğretmenlerin rolü, kapsayıcı eğitim sürecinde öğretmen uygulamaları, kapsayıcı eğitim sürecinde karşılaşılan sorunlar ve sorunlara ilişkin çözüm önerileri şeklinde altı tema altında toplanmıştır. Öğretmenlere göre kapsayıcı eğitimin uygulanmasında en sık karşılaşılan sorunların başında eğitim ortamı ve diğer paydaşların olduğu belirlenmiştir. Yaşanan sorunlara çözüm olarak diğer paydaşlara ve öğrencilere bilgilendirme eğitimlerinin verilmesi ve fiziki ortam düzenlemeleri, materyal desteği, sınıf mevcudunun azaltılması, zaman planlaması, farklılaştırılmış eğitim ve işbirlikli sınıfların oluşturulması gibi eğitim ortamı düzenlemeleri konusunda öneri ve görüşler tespit edilmiştir. Çalışmada ayrıca, kapsayıcı eğitimde en büyük rolün öğretmenlere düştüğü ve bu bağlamda öğretmenlerin kendilerini özel eğitim alanında geliştirmeleri, diğer paydaşlarla iş birliği ve iletişim halinde olmaları ve rehberlik yapmaları gerektiği düşünceleri de ön plana çıkmıştır. Kapsayıcı eğitimin uygulanmasında ve başarısında Milli Eğitim Bakanlığının, okul idaresi, veliler ve diğer paydaşların da önemli rollerinin olduğu vurgulanmıştır.
ASSESSMENT OF USERS’ SATISFACTION WITH NEW MALE STUDENTS’ HOSTEL AT WAZIRI UMARU FEDERAL POLYTECHNIC, BIRNIN KEBBI
Authors: PAUL OJILE  , INUWA BUBA  , ISYAKU USMAN MAKERA
Published: December 2024

The new male students’ hostel at Waziri Umaru Federal polytechnic, Birnin Kebbi (WUFP BK), Nigeria, has been occupied for over a year and requires a post-occupancy evaluation (POE). This research is a POE of the new male students’ hostel at WUFP Birnin Kebbi. The study population was the 192 assigned residents of the hostel. For methodology, the authors interviewed 2 occupants of the facility, inspected the building, and administered validated survey questionnaires on 96 residents of the hostel determined by stratified sampling. The researchers received 91 completed questionnaires, 7 of which were not usable. The authors analyzed survey data using descriptive statistics and obtained frequencies including the mean and median scores of the quantities measured. The study found that the ‘assessment of space performance and user’s experience’ scored 3.80 mean on a scale of 1 to 5 where 1 was the score of ‘very dissatisfied’ and 5 was the score of ‘very satisfied’. The mean score for ‘assessment of level of satisfaction with facilities and services’ was 2.66. The study concluded that the site selection for the hostel facility was strategic, but the wireless internet service and maintenance practice needed to be improved upon. The research recommended the connection of the hostel to the institution’s wireless internet service bandwidth to facilitate the residents’ learning and leisure.
BRIDGING THE GAP: A CONCEPTUAL REVIEW OF BIG DATA ANALYTICS KNOWLEDGE BY BRAND COMMUNICATION CAMPAIGN MANAGERS IN NIGERIA
Authors: AJILORE KOLADE, Ph.D.  , OGUCHI AJAEGBU, Ph.D.  , SHARON NKANIM UGBO
Published: December 2024

Big data analytics has revolutionized various industries, including advertising, by enabling more precise targeting, enhanced customer insights, and improved campaign performance. Yet, there is a noticeable gap in the knowledge and application of big data analytics among brand communication campaign managers in Nigeria. This review aims to bridge this gap by examining the state of big data analytics knowledge within the Nigerian advertising industry. Key challenges faced by brand communication campaign managers were identified through a comprehensive literature review and analysis of existing studies premised on the Technology Acceptance Theory. This review highlights the disparity between global advancements in advertising analytics and the slower adoption rate in Nigeria. The implications of the knowledge gap on the effectiveness of brand campaigns and the overall industry growth were discussed. Furthermore, strategies were proposed to enhance big data analytics proficiency among Nigerian brand communication campaign professionals. Findings reveal that the Nigerian advertising industry can leverage big data to achieve more effective and efficient marketing outcomes by addressing these challenges. The review underscores the importance of equipping brand communication campaign managers with the necessary skills and knowledge to harness the power of big data, ultimately contributing to the industry's competitiveness in the global market.
O Pac-cidades históricas: avaliações de uma política pública federal de preservação a partir da trajetória das políticas públicas brasileiras nesse campo
Authors: Floresta Leal Sarah , Borges de Moraes Fernanda
Published: December 2024

O lançamento do programa PAC-Cidades Históricas (PAC-CH) voltado ao investimento em ações de preservação do Governo Federal Brasileiro e baseado na proposta dos “Planos de Ação para Cidades Históricas”, apresentou indícios de mudanças há muito demandadas em termos de práticas mais democráticas de gestão do patrimônio cultural. Em um primeiro momento, as ações propostas pelo Programa se baseariam em linhas de atuação que visariam o fortalecimento técnico-institucional, a gestão integrada e democrática, a melhoria da infraestrutura urbana e social e a dinamização das atividades produtivas, para além das ações mais tradicionais de preservação, revelando uma sensibilidade social na ampliação do conceito de patrimônio. Este artigo tem por objetivo analisar os avanços e continuidades ocorridas em sua formulação, tendo como base a análise da trajetória das políticas de preservação em âmbito federal no Brasil.
Proceso de puesta en valor del patrimonio industrial, de memoria y derechos humanos en la localidad de Neltume, Chile
Authors: Seguel Gutiérrez Pablo , Jiménez Caballero Claudia
Published: December 2024

Se da a conocer el proceso de investigación desarrollado para la construcción del expediente de una declaratoria de Monumento Nacional, en la categoría de Monumento Histórico, de un conjunto de bienes pertenecientes al patrimonio industrial, de memoria y derechos humanos de la localidad rural de Neltume (Chile), efectuado en el período 2016-2017. Se utiliza una metodología cualitativa con enfoque de redes y criterios metodológicos de dispersión, saturación e iteración, que permite seleccionar los bienes más representativos del proceso de desarrollo económico local, la formación de sus movimientos sindicales y las situaciones de violencia política cometidas en el lugar. Se reconocen valores y atributos en cada uno de los 10 sitios y bienes identificados como significativos desde el punto de vista social, histórico, arquitectónico, urbano y de violaciones a los derechos humanos, destacando el trabajo interdisciplinario y comunitario para abordar de manera integral un patrimonio complejo y polisémico.
Procesos inclusivos para la conservación del patrimonio. Taller barrial de artes y oficios, Centro Histórico de Puebla, México
Authors: De La Torre Sánchez Christian Enrique , Hernández Sánchez Adriana
Published: December 2024

El Taller Barrial de Artes y Oficios fue iniciado por la Facultad de Arquitectura de la Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla (FABUAP) y el grupo Re Genera Espacio (RGE) ante la iniciativa de las vecinas y vecinos de los barrios de San Antonio, El Refugio y Santa Anita por difundir los oficios que practican y la necesidad de contar con mejores conocimientos técnicos para la conservación del patrimonio local. Una de las primeras actividades fue el “Workshop Internacional de Volumetría Tridimensional en Yesería y Argamasa”, que en sus dos ediciones ha pasado de ser un taller de elaboración de elementos ornamentales a uno con ejecución en obra, capacitando y trabajando con la comunidad de los barrios, atendiendo además problemas reales en sectores deteriorados de la ciudad de Puebla (México), como la restauración de los nichos del Vía Crucis del antiguo templo de San Antonio en 2017.
An Analysis of Credit Risk Prediction for Small and Micro Enterprises
Authors: Hu Wei , Wu Yuhuan , Yang Ziting
Published: December 2024

Digital inclusive finance has emerged as a significant catalyst for the high-quality development of small and micro enterprises (SMEs). This study, grounded in credit risk prediction theory, develops a comprehensive profiling and predictive model for SMEs, offering insights into innovative mechanisms by which inclusive finance can support their sustainable growth. Utilizing an extensive literature review, along with experimental modeling based on publicly available data, the study explores two approaches to feature construction. By employing diverse algorithms, it builds predictive models and proposes tailored policy recommendations to enhance inclusive financial practices. The credit prediction model facilitates targeted financial support and innovation management strategies for SMEs, contributing a fresh perspective to advancing the quality and effectiveness of digital inclusive finance
Application of AI in the Field of Documentary Heritage: A Review of the Literature
Authors: Lu Yaohan
Published: December 2024

The advent of artificial intelligence has precipitated a transformation in the manner in which documentary heritage is researched, safeguarded and utilized. This paper presents a systematic review of the literature on the use of artificial intelligence technology in the core database of Web of Science for the protection of documentary heritage. It reviews all the studies on the use of artificial intelligence technology in the core database of Web of Science to participate in the preservation of documentary heritage, analyzes the changing trend of the number of published documents, uses VOSviewer to draw keyword co-graph, author contribution graph, citation analysis graph and coupling analysis graph, and analyzes author groups according to Lotka’s law and Price’s law. Finally, the paper summarizes the characteristics and shortcomings of artificial intelligence research in the field of document protection, and looks forward to the possible development direction of this field in the future.
IMPACT OF CLIMATE CHANGES ON THE DISASTER RISK REDUCTION SYSTEM IN THE REPUBLIC OF SERBIA
Authors:   University „Union-Nikola Tesla“, School of Engineering Management, Belgrade, Republic of Serbia, Strbac Katarina ,   University of Defence in Belgrade, Military Academy, Veljka Lukica-Kurjaka Street No. 33, Belgrade, Republic of Serbia, Pribicevic Nemanja ,   University of Defence in Belgrade, Military Academy, Veljka Lukica-Kurjaka Street No. 33, Belgrade, Republic of Serbia, Mihajlov Marko
Published: December 2024

Climate change represents those climate changes that are directly or
indirectly attributed to human activities, that change the composition of the atmosphere
and that are recorded over a long period of time, and are the main causes of disasters
that affect an increasing number of people, the environment and material goods. A
disaster is a natural calamity or a technical-technological accident, the consequences
of which threaten the safety, life and health of a large number of people, material and
cultural goods or the environment on a larger scale, and the occurrence or
consequences of which cannot be prevented or eliminated by the regular action of
competent authorities and services. The goal of this paper is the current and future
danger of climate change, the natural disasters they cause, as well as the presentation
of the most important prevention measures and activities aimed at strengthening the
state's resistance to various forms of security threats caused by climate change. In the
conclusion, an overview is given of the problems caused by climate change and the
basic prevention measures against natural disasters caused by climate change.
MONETARY POLICY RISKS ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Authors:   University of Defence in Belgrade, Military Academy, Veljka Lukica-Kurjaka Street No. 33, Belgrade, Republic of Serbia, Mihajlovic Milan ,   University of Defence in Belgrade, Military Academy, Veljka Lukica-Kurjaka Street No. 33, Belgrade, Republic of Serbia, Nikolic Srboljub ,   Military Technical Institute, Ratka Resanovica 1, Belgrade, Republic of Serbia, Savic Aleksandar
Published: December 2024

The role of small and medium-sized enterprises is crucial for further
economic growth and development. Monetary policy plays a major role in
strengthening. Traditional financial instruments in the economy are increasingly
suppressed by the use of new technological systems and replaced by new electronic
payment systems, which led to the emergence of monetary policy risks, ie to the
emergence of modern sophisticated tendencies of organized crime. It is known that the
largest number of criminal acts with elements of organized crime are carried out
precisely and excluded with the motive of acquiring property benefits. Money
laundering is a derived form of criminality, that is, a criminal act, where prevention
measures and detection procedures require special training, expertise, dedication,
organization and coordination of the authorities dealing with its suppression. The term
"money laundering" originates from the English word "money laundering", which
means the legalization of capital acquired through criminal activity, through a series
of different financial transactions, with the aim of concealing the true origin of money
and other forms of capital on the market. The danger to society from money laundering
consists in the consolidation of the economic power of organized crime, because it is
enabled to enter legal economic flows. Recently, the Republic of Serbia has been facing
numerous economic challenges in the complex process of transitional structural
reforms and joining the European Union. In this context, the development of the sector
of small and medium enterprises and entrepreneurship in Serbia is of great importance,
not only for the adaptation of the national economy to the market economies of the
European Union countries, but also for the improvement of the lives of its citizens. On
the way to the European Union, in addition to the bad business climate, the prevalence
of money laundering is one of the obstacles to the affirmation of entrepreneurship and
the development of the private sector in the Republic of Serbia, as it contributes to legal
uncertainty in the business operations of economic entities.
RISK MANAGEMENT DURING THE PANDEMIC
Authors:   Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Serbia, Crnotravska 17, Belgrade, Republic of
Serbia, Bozic Goran ,   University of Defence in Belgrade, National Defense School, Veljka Lukica-Kurjaka 33, Belgrade, Republic of Serbia, Berisa Hatidza
Published: December 2024

The aim and purpose of the research work "Risk management during the
COVID-19 pandemic" involves presenting the basic aspects of risk management during
the period of the COVID-19 pandemic caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome
of the corona virus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). In an unprecedented crisis, the first official step
towards attempted management was the declaration of a public health emergency of
international concern by the World Health Organization (WHO) on January 30, 2020.
This pandemic has so far, according to official statistics, caused more than
676,000,000 cases and 6.88 million confirmed deaths.
The paper aims to show that risk management is a relevant tool in the process of
managing changes caused by the sudden outbreak of this pandemic and all the health,
social, economic and political challenges that the whole world has faced. The work,
through the theoretical and research part, should provide a basis for prevention,
transformation, resilience, easier resolution and eventual prevention of future crisis
pandemic situations.
SECURITY ASPECTS OF THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE HIGH-SPEED RAILWAY BUDAPEST–BELGRADE – PIRAEUS IN GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAINS
Authors:   S4 GLOSEC Global security, Belgrade, Republic of Serbia, Mladenovic Milica ,   University of Defense, Military Academy, Veljka Lukica Kurjaka 33, Belgrade, Republic of Serbia, Komazec Nenad ,   General Staff of the Serbian Armed Forces, Directorate for Development and Equipping J5, Technical Test Center, Center for Testing Weapons and Military Equipment, Nikinci, Republic of Serbia, Jankovic Katarina
Published: December 2024

The construction of the high-speed railway Budapest–Belgrade–Piraeus
represents a significant infrastructure project with numerous economic, strategic, and
security aspects. This railway, which passes through the territory of the Republic of
Serbia, connects key European and Asian ports and is intended to enable faster and
more efficient transportation of goods, thereby contributing to the improvement of
global supply chains. However, along with these advantages, there are also security
risks that may impact the stability and security of transportation. This paper analyzes
a range of security aspects, including infrastructure security, protection against
terrorist threats, cybersecurity, and risks associated with political and economic
instabilities in the region. It also discusses measures that can be taken to mitigate these
risks, such as enhancing security measures, international cooperation, and investments
in monitoring and control technologies. The aim of this paper is to provide an overview
of security risks and potential solutions in the context of the construction of the
Budapest–Belgrade–Piraeus high-speed railway as a key part of global supply chains
in Southeastern Europe. Special emphasis is placed on the importance of an integrated
security approach, involving all relevant actors, from state institutions to the private
sector, to ensure the safe and efficient transportation of goods through this important
corridor that passes through the territory of the Republic of Serbia.
PERFORMING MOBING IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR
Authors:   Police Directorate Murska Sobota, Ulica arhitekta Novaka 5, Murska Sobota, Slovenia, Vedenik Leon
Published: December 2024

The most common cause of maltreatment and victimisation of an employee is
inadequate management, and most of all not clearly divided accountability and
responsibilities. Individuals, who have been exposed to constant mobbing at work for
a longer period of time, are less effective than they would otherwise be. Studying and
preventing mobbing is of extreme importance since it adversely affects the performance
of employees, organisational effectiveness and efficiency. Employees in the public
sector employees face it more and more frequently, and are often left by themselves,
which causes a lot of stress and often unexplained sickness absenteeism from work. The
article will describe the normative regulation of the area for employees in the public
sector in Slovenia and suggests specific solutions.
USE OF UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLES INTEGRATED INTO THE C4IRS SYSTEM IN MODERN COMBAT OPERATIONS
Authors:   University of Defence in Belgrade, Military Academy, Veljka Lukica-Kurjaka 33, Belgrade, Republic of Serbia, Radovanovic Marko ,   University „Goce Delcev“, Military Academy „General Mihailo Apostolski“ Skopje, North Macedonia, Petrovski Aleksandar ,   University of Defence in Belgrade, Military Academy, Veljka Lukica-Kurjaka 33, Belgrade, Republic of Serbia, Jokic Zeljko ,   University of Defence in Belgrade, Military Academy, Veljka Lukica-Kurjaka 33,
Belgrade, Republic of Serbia, Aleksic Aleksandar
Published: December 2024

The development of weapons and military equipment conditioned the new
model of conducting modern combat operations. The manner of conducting modern
combat operations is characterized by the increasingly frequent and diverse use of
unmanned aerial vehicles integrated into the C4IRS system in combat operations of the
army. These aircraft are one of the most important types of weapons in modern combat
operations. Anyone that has the technology can process the latest information from the
field and safely passes that information to the command centre has a great advantage
and a chance to cause great damage to units whose goal is to prevent further
operational work. What is important is that UAVs must have some degree of self-
protection through site selection action to reconnaissance and retreat routes. In case
anyone is knocked down it would be acceptable to have the option to self-destruct vital
and dataset parts, for technology and information protection.
The paper presents the possibility of using unmanned aerial vehicles for various
missions in combat operations, as well as a case study of their use in previous modern
armed conflicts.
THE ROLE OF THE MANAGER IN RAISING THE QUALITY OF HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT IN THE MODERN CORPORATION
Authors:   University ,,Sv. Kliment Ohridski” Bitola, Faculty of Security Skopje, Republic of North Macedonia, Gerginova Tatjana
Published: December 2024

Effective management of factor managers to raise the quality of human
resource management. The manager is one of the basic factors in the operation of any
company and the main driving force for mobilizing employees. Above all, it is a factor
in advancing quality management with human resources. Therefore, it is necessary to
create a program whose implementation will lead to efficient business operations of
employees, management and the company as a whole. In the introductory part of the
paper, the author defines the terms security management and security manager. The
manager is one of the basic factors in the operation of every company and the main
driving force for mobilizing employees. The author determines what is needed for a
successful training of the security manager (abilities, skills, competencies). In the final
part of the paper, the author establishes a Program for education and development of
the safety culture of the employees and the security management in the modern
corporation.
INTEGRATED CONTROL SYSTEMS ON THE SHIP'S BRIDGE
Authors:   University of Defense in Belgrade, Military Academy, Veljka Lukica-Kurjaka Street Belgrade, Republic of Serbia, Soskic Svetislav ,   University of Defence in Belgrade, Military Academy, Veljka Lukica-Kurjaka Street No. 33, Belgrade, Republic of Serbia, Kresojevic Milan
Published: December 2024

The increasing challenge of managing the complex systems located on the
command bridge of the ship, together with the realization of the human potential of
seafarers, represents a complex task for all ship traffic participants. The risks of
inadequate management of ship systems and crew members can cause major accidents
both for the lives of seafarers and the ship as a whole, as well as for the environment,
i.e. the water area in which the ship performs its activities. Starting from the assumption
that it is human to make mistakes, it is necessary to organize and establish a
management system that would react adequately and be able to recognize mistakes in
time. Recognizing the error in time and reacting in a timely manner would minimize
possible consequences. Also, every mistake or lesson learned contributes to increasing
the efficiency of such a system. Such a single and integrated management system on the
bridge represents the ability to apply leadership skills, crew management, and
teamwork improvement on board, as well as the ability to manage human resources on
the bridge. The result of the integrated management system is reflected in the behavior
of crew members during emergency situations on board. Also, the system is checked
through training crew members in handling complex ship systems primarily at the
management level, i.e. on the command bridge of the ship. In the maritime industry in
the early 1990s, the term 'Bridge Resource Management', or more commonly used the
acronym 'BRM' was adopted as a safety and error management tool that has now
become an integral part of ship crew training.