bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Diccionario de peruanismos de Juan de Arona: ideas político-lingüísticas (siglo XIX)
Authors: De la Cruz Espinoza Arthur Ramón
Published: January 2025

En el artículo se aborda la influencia que ejercieron las ideas político-lingüísticas del siglo XIX de Europa en la vida de las nuevas repúblicas emancipadas de América, y, en particular, en la producción lexicográfica de ese siglo. Un ejemplo representativo de la necesidad de coherencia entre las ideas político-lingüísticas entre Europa y América fue el Diccionario de peruanismos de Juan de Arona, quien con una visión conservadora no sólo subestimó el ingenio de los usos lingüísticos de los hablantes del Perú, sino también deploró toda “forma” que no se ciñera a la norma peninsular. Esa visión, como se demuestra en este artículo, quedó evidenciada, en el tiempo, en su Diccionario de peruanismos, donde las ideas de purismo, unidad del español y usos idealizados de la lengua prevalece sobre los usos y ocurrencias lingüísticas de los hablantes del Perú.
Spatiotemporal Analysis of Air Pollution by NO2 in Urban and Rural Areas of Brazil Using Google Earth Engine and R
Authors: Chipura Orlando Eduardo , Alves Marcelo de Carvalho , Carvalho Júnior Flávio Vanoni de , Menezes Fortunato Silva de , Schneider Bruno de Oliveira
Published: January 2025

Remote sensing has notably advanced in terms of the information that can be extracted from generated products. The combined use of different sensor systems proves effective in detecting environmental changes and reducing uncertainties about where significant atmospheric pollutant emissions occur. This study aimed to analyze the spatiotemporal variation of atmospheric pollution by NO2 in urban and rural areas of the states of São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Minas Gerais, Brazil, from September 2023 to September 2024. Tropospheric NO2 data were collected using the TROPOMI sensor on the Sentinel-5P satellite. The results indicated that urban areas exhibited the highest average levels of atmospheric NO2 pollution. In the metropolitan region of São Paulo, the average atmospheric NO2 concentration was 1.90E-04 mol.m-2, followed by the metropolitan region of Rio de Janeiro at 1.10E-04 mol.m-2 and the metropolitan region of Belo Horizonte at 0.83E-04 mol.m-2. In rural areas—specifically agricultural and pasture regions—the highest daily average of atmospheric NO2 pollution was recorded in São Paulo at 1.50E-04 mol.m-2, followed by Rio de Janeiro at 0.94E-04 mol.m-2 and Belo Horizonte at 0.66E-04 mol.m-2. From June to August 2024, elevated levels of NO2 air pollution were observed. This study concludes that metropolitan regions have higher levels of NO2 pollution compared to rural areas in all three states of Brazil. The burning of fossil fuels in industries, emissions from motor vehicles, and urban waste are likely contributing factors to the higher pollution levels in metropolitan areas compared to rural regions.
Directing Zakāh Funds to Solve the State’s Indebtedness: A Juristic Economic Study
Authors: Asad Ahmad , Alsaad Ahmed Muhammad , Obiadaat Yaqeen Hani
Published: January 2025

This study aims to explore the potential utilization of zakāh funds to meet certain developmental objectives of the state, thereby releasing its available financial resources for the purpose of reducing state indebtedness. The significance of this research lies in the fact that the indirect role that zakāh can play in reducing the state’s debt burden has not received much attention. Thus, further analysis is needed in order to formulate a mechanism on how zakāh can play an effective role in indirectly supporting the state in reducing its indebtedness. The study employs a descriptive analytical method to explain the reality of zakāh and assess its use as an indirect tool in reducing the state’s debt burden, drawing on classical jurisprudential sources and contemporary economic studies. The findings indicate that the state cannot be classified among those who are incapable of settling their debts, as the eligible recipients in this category are individuals. However, the study suggests the possibility of including infrastructure projects and military spending under the categories of spending for the cause of Allah and on stranded travelers. This approach could alleviate the state’s burden in these areas and cause to relieve the financial resources from indebtedness.
The Concept of Taghyir in Al-Bazdawi’s Usul al-Fiqh and Its Relevance to Contract Law in the Compilation of Islamic Economic Law in Indonesia
Authors: Hidayat Enang
Published: January 2025

Although the Compilation of Islamic Economic Law (KHES) is officially recognized and has become a legal code in Indonesia, its flexibility in adapting to the changing times is still being questioned. Al-Bazdawī (d. 482 AH), a scholar of the Hanafi School, offers the concept of taghyīr, which is relevant for maintaining the flexibility of uṣūl al-fiqh (principles of Islamic jurisprudence), including what is found in KHES. This research aims to understand the concept of taghyīr according to al-Bazdawī’s uṣūl al-fiqh, its relevance to the contract law in KHES, and the implementation of the taghyīr concept in the context of Islamic economic law in Indonesia. This study is a theoretical legal research focused on doctrine and the qanun in KHES, using the methodology of uṣūl al-fiqh. The primary sources are al-Bazdawī’s uṣūl al-fiqh works, as well as KHES and several previous studies. Data is collected through document studies and analyzed prescriptively. The results of this study conclude that the concept of taghyir according to al-Bazdawī’s uṣūl al-fiqh refers to the adaptation of uṣūl al-fiqh to meet evolving social demands without compromising its fundamental principles. Its relevance to KHES is very strong, as KHES is a contemporary ijtihad that applies taghyīr in modern Islamic economics, emphasizing legal reform, flexibility, maṣlaḥah, adaptation to the times, and the use of ʿurf and change in contracts. The implementation of taghyīr al-Bazdawī in Islamic economic law in Indonesia includes: 1) developing modern Islamic financial products, such as fintech; 2) regulating various contracts while maintaining Shariah principles issued by the government; 3) and integrating approaches from various disciplines, such as economics, sociology, and law, to create comprehensive and effective solutions in the field of Islamic economics. These three aspects inherently involve efforts to apply conditions and exceptions as intended by taghyīr al-Bazdawī.
The introduction of innovative technologies in the logistics of synthetic rubber production
Authors: Shaibakova Liudmila Faritovna
Published: January 2025

The chapter describes the characteristics of rubber production in world and Russian practice. There is a growing demand for rubber worldwide due to the development of the production of rubber products, in particular, tires for the automotive industry, sports shoes, the needs of healthcare and the production of medical equipment, and the development of the construction industry. Synthetic rubber has become a serious alternative to natural rubber as a material with greater durability and higher productivity in its production. An assessment of the Russian market for the production of synthetic rubber in primary forms is given. It is noted that this market is highly concentrated with obvious signs of monopolization. The sales leader in this market is PJSC Nizhnekamskneftekhim, whose share in 2023 amounted to more than 75%. An assessment of the trends in the development of the production activities of this organization for the period 2010–2023 was carried out, conclusions were drawn about the general trend of sales growth with deviations during the pandemic and in modern conditions of sanctions pressure on the economy of the Russian Federation. There is a decrease in the financial stability of the organization, which, however, has maintained its profitability and return on sales above the industry average. The business process of material and technical support of PJSC Nizhnekamskneftekhim is considered. It is noted that the procurement service employees spend most of their working time applying for low-value goods. It is proposed to solve this problem by developing a logistics module within the framework of the implemented Unified Corporate Template, which allows approving procurement documents in electronic form, as well as by introducing the MarketPlace online store as an innovative technology for purchasing low-value goods. The research used general scientific (analysis, synthesis, analogy, generalization), as well as private (observation, comparison, measurement and description) methods. The methodology of the Federal Antimonopoly Service of Russia for assessing economic concentration in commodity markets is used. The object of the study was the type of economic activity – the production of synthetic rubber in primary forms (OKVED code: 20.17).
Towards Informed Decisions on Breast Cancer Treatment: Development Process and Pilot Testing of a Decision Aid for Chinese Women
Authors: Gao Jinping
Published: January 2025

Background: in order to develop a patient decision aid that could support patients with breast cancer in making an informed decision about breast cancer treatment.

Design: Using the Qualitative interview, the modified Delphi and pilot testing to confirm the contents of the breast cancer decision aid.

Materials and Methods: The development included four stages: (i) Establishment of a multidisciplinary team; (ii) Needs assessment consisting of semi-structured interviews in patients; (iii) Creation of content, design and technical system; and (iv) Acceptability and usability was measured using the System Usability Scale (SUS).

Results: From the needs assessment, five sub-themes were identified, captured by the two general themes of acceptability and feasibility. The decision aid that was developed contained three parts:(i) about breast cancer, (ii) surgical treatment options for breast cancer, (iii) Health popularization (including questions and tips for making sure patients obtained their desired disease knowledge in the decision), (iv) your preferences，(v) Extended care (including videos of patients entering and leaving, diet, exercise, etc.), and (vi) Background management. The decision aid was perceived to be informative, helpful and easy to use by patients.

Conclusion: The content of decision aid was scientific and feasible, and most participants indicated that the decision aid was acceptable and comprehensive.

Practice implications: Women want to be informed about breast cancer and the present decision aid is an acceptable and feasible form of decision support to facilitate discussions with doctors.

Impacts: To solve the practical difficulties of breast cancer patients participating in treatment decision-making information needs, in the case of limited medical resources, to meet the diversified information needs of breast cancer patients participating in treatment decision-making, and to achieve timely, professional and personalized decision-making auxiliary information supply.
Joint effects of risk factors of adverse events associated with blood donations in western region of Cameroon
Authors: Fonkeng Sama Leonard
Published: January 2025

Objective: To determine the risk factors of adverse events associated with blood donation in western region of Cameroon

Design: Cross sectional study

Setting: This study was carried out at the blood donors service, Regional Hospital West, West Region of Cameroon, from January 2020 to December 2021.

Participants: 252 cases of Donors were of body weight, ≧ 50kg and a hemoglobin (Hb) level of ≧13.0g/dL for males and a body weight of ≧45kg and an Hb level of ≧12.0g/dL for females. Hb screening was based on copper sulfate density. SBP was deﬁned as 90 to160 mmHg and DBP as 50 to 95 mmHg. Pulse rate was between 60 and100 beats per minute.

Methods: The variables, age, BMI, pre-donation SBP, pre-donation DBP, and EBV were dichotomized by their median values. All statistical analyses in this study were performed using GraphPad Prism software version 8.0.2.

Interventions: No intervention was done during the period of study

Outcome measures: Donor records were obtained from participant questionnaire sheet. They included collection donation volume, and number of donations. BMI was calculated.

Results: A total of 252 whole blood donors accepted to participate in this study. The mean age (±SD) of the study population was 29.82 ± 8, 56 years, and the ages ranged from 18 to 61 years.

A significant difference with donation site [OR= 0.3796, 95% CI =0.1852 – 0.7994, p= 0.013] with patients donating at fixe site been more represented as presented. The distribution of characteristic according to donation site shows significant difference with pre-donation SBP [OR= 0.4373, 95% CI =0.2073 – 0.9419, p= 0.0411;], Pre-donation DBP [OR= 0.4094, 95% CI =0.1779 – 0.9337, p= 0.027;], as well as the site of collection [OR= Infinity, 95% CI= 1435 – Infinity, p<0.0001]. Multivariate analysis revealed pre-pulse groups<100 [(OR= 151.360, 95% CI= 1.550 – 14778.786, p= 0.032)] and mild adverse events [(OR= 3276.663, 95% CI= 193.264 – 55519.818, p= 0.0000)].

Conclusion: Although, no deaths occurred among donors with adverse events, adverse events affect the safety of blood donors and decrease donors’ willingness to donate again. Thus, understanding risk factors of adverse events is important.
RAD50 is a Potential Biomarker for Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Prognosis
Authors: Liu Hengrui
Published: January 2025

Background: RAD50 is one of the most critical genes in DNA double-strand break processing, which can lead to a single 3’ strand of DNA overhang and is potentially involved in forcing incomplete DNA repair. This research study aims to investigate the role of RAD50 in breast cancer diagnosis and prognosis.

Methods: Breast cancer mRNA expression data was collected from TCGA and the difference between cancer and non-cancer in gene expression of RAD50 was analyzed. The survival association of RAD50 was also analyzed.

Results: RAD50 expression is significantly lower in cancer than in normal tissue. High expression of RAD50 is associated with worse survival.

Conclusion: RAD50 is a potential biomarker for breast cancer diagnosis and prognosis.
Rare and Unusual Localization of Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma : A Case Report
Authors: Boujguenna Imane
Published: January 2025

Introduction:

Adenoid cystic carcinoma (ACC) of the external auditory canal (EAC) is an extremely rare tumor.

Case Report:

This is about a 62-year-old female Moroccan patient with no particular medical history who consulted for a mass in the right external auditory canal revolving for 1 year. The biopsy showed an ACC of the right external auditory canal.

Discussion and Conclusion:

The external auditory localization of ACC is rare and unusual, making diagnosis and treatment difficult given the low incidence of the disease. A pathological examination must be performed to establish a positive diagnosis and assess the margins. For patients with uncertain negative margins, postoperative radiotherapy and chemotherapy may be considered to reduce recurrence and improve survival.
Giant Urinary Bladder Calculus in a Male Child with Features of Urethral Stricture: Radiologic Findings and a Case Report
Authors: Muhammad Baba SULE
Published: January 2025

Bladder calculi usually occur in settings of chronic urinary retention, bladder outlet obstruction or urinary tract infection. Giant bladder calculus is defined as a calculus measuring greater than 4cm in its widest diameter or weighing greater than 100grams. The male gender is more affected than the female gender.

This is a case of an 11 year old male child with complaint of suprapubic pain, dysuria, hematuria, decreased urinary stream and increased frequency of micturition for more than three years prior to presentation.

The patient had plain abdominal radiograph showing the region of the kidneys, ureters and urinary bladder (KUB) with an abdominopelvic ultrasonography. These demonstrated a calculus in the urinary bladder measuring about 70mm x 50mm in mediolateral and craniocaudal dimensions. The patient is yet to have a surgical extraction (extraperitoneal cystolithotomy) with of the entire calculus.

We present a case of a giant calculus in a child due to its rare nature and peculiar presentation.
Practical Experiences in COVID-19 Clinical Management Case Reports
Authors: Kual Arop M. D.
Published: January 2025

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory tract infection caused by a newly emergent coronavirus, that was first recognized in Wuhan, China, in December 2019. Genetic sequencing of the virus suggests that it is a betacoronavirus closely linked to the SARS virus (1).
Most patients (80%) with COVID-19 develop only mild or uncomplicated illness, approximately 15% develop severe disease that requires hospitalization and oxygen therapy, and 5% require admission to an intensive care unit (1). In most severe cases, COVID-19 can be complicated by the acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), sepsis and septic shock, multiorgan failure, including acute kidney injury and liver & cardiac injury. Older age and co-morbid disease have been reported as risk factors for death.
We report the clinical presentations, laboratory changes, imaging findings, diagnostic criteria, treatments, outcomes, prognostic factors, and risk factors of COVID-19 admitted to our facility.
COVID-19 is characterized by low-grade fever, cough, dyspnea, chest pain, headache, vomiting, diarrhea, lymphocytopenia, pulmonary infiltrates/opacities on chest X-ray and ground-glass opacities on chest CT scan.
A majority of patients have elevated levels of D-dimer, serum transaminases and laboratory findings consistent with sepsis-induced diffuse intravascular coagulation, suggesting a coagulopathic process, yet no prospective study has demonstrated the predictive nature of these markers for the occurrence of a thromboembolic event, only a higher risk for mortality.
Prescribing Exercise Based on Critical Power is an Effective Way to Control Weight in Adults with Overweight or Obesity: A Scoping Review
Authors: Aliabbar Shiva
Published: January 2025

Background

Obesity is considered one of the chronic diseases associated with an increased risk of mortality and morbidity. Nowadays, exercise is considered one of the most effective treatments for it. In recent years, various studies have been carried out to find the most effective exercise prescription.

Objective

The aim of this scoping review is to answer the question of whether increasing the intensity of exercise is an effective solution to weight loss in adults with overweight or obesity.

Method

systematic reviews and Meta-analyses from 2017 to 2022 investigated high-intensity interval training (HIIT) in adults (18–65 years old) with obesity or overweight included. The expected outcomes were weight, body mass index (BMI), and total and abdominal fat mass.

Results

A total of four systematic reviews which included 165 RCT and 4427 participants were included. Long term-HIIT was effective in decreasing body weight, body mass index (BMI), and total and abdominal fat mass.

Conclusion

HIIT is a time-efficient exercise prescription to reduce weight, BMI, waist circumference (WC), and total and abdominal fat mass, however, the outcomes were similar and no significant differences were found compared to moderate intensity continuous training (MICT). The lack of time can be compensated for by increasing the intensity, but this is not the most effective option with the most effects, so according to the physiology of exercise, perhaps the most effective solution for losing weight is to prescribe exercises tailored to each person's physiology and based on critical power.
Knowledge, perception and Quality of Life assessment of Chikungunya Infected patients in Dhaka, Bangladesh
Authors: Sharif Siam Mohammad Kawsar
Published: January 2025

During mid-2017, a major outbreak occurred in Bangladesh especially in Dhaka city. Before this outbreak, the people of Bangladesh did not have adequate knowledge about the Chikungunya infection virus. Throughout our study, we wanted to find the level of knowledge of the patients. Additionally, we wanted to see what sort of impact chikungunya put on the quality of life (QoL) of these patients. The cross-sectional study consisted of 50 (100% participation in follow up) healthcare background and 98 non-healthcare (91.84% participation in follow up). Preparation of the questionnaire was done after proper analysis. The questionnaire was validated applying reliability scale. The value of Cronbach alpha is found more than 0.5 that validated the questionnaire. In the cross-sectional study, we compared the knowledge and perception by using different statistical analysis tools and models. Also, in the follow-up study, statistical analysis was done to find out the impacts on QoL using a systemic methodology. 51.35% of patients who participated in the study are female. From the total patients, 52.03% took home remedies for recovery as 46.62% visited the hospitals. Preexisting medical conditions are not affected by 69.59% of patients. However, in the cross-sectional study, differences in knowledge are found between healthcare and non-healthcare patients. Healthcare patients have more significant (p-value < 0.05) knowledge (e.g., chikungunya is a viral infection) than non-healthcare patients. From the two-sample T-test, we found no significant difference in the average awareness in some truth, false and perception-based statements among healthcare and non-healthcare patients. In a follow-up study, patients have faced different types of post-chikungunya symptoms like joint pain, muscle pain, skin problems (mostly rashes), headache, etc. from which, joint pain and headache were most significant (p-value < 0.05). Findings of this suggest that they experienced worse QoL in terms of a physical and mental state than before having affected by chikungunya infection although there is less effect on QoL in terms of financial condition. Our study shows that the difference between healthcare and non-healthcare patients is significant. This will help us to establish awareness and knowledge campaigns among the general people. Additionally, our study will help people to take post chikungunya cautions.
Embolization Of Prostate Gland as Treatment for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (Bph): Review and Update
Authors: Kodzo-Grey Venyo Anthony
Published: January 2025

Prostatic artery embolization has been emerging as an effective and safe treatment option of symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia. Symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia is a common condition which afflicts the aging population which is ensued by the development of bothersome lower urinary tract symptoms and decreased quality of life and at times urinary retention as well as haematuria. Patients who are afflicted by BPH often are treated with medication and offered surgery for persistent symptoms. Transurethral resection of the prostate is regarded as the traditional standard of care, and in cases of extremely large prostate glands prostatectomy tend to be undertaken either as retropubic or trans-vesical prostatectomy but several minimally invasive surgical treatments also are offered. Prostatic artery embolization (PAE) has emerging as an effective treatment option with few reported adverse effects, minimal blood loss, and infrequent overnight hospitalization. The procedure is offered to patients who have moderate to severe lower urinary tract symptoms and depressed urinary flow due to bladder outlet obstruction. Proper patient selection and meticulous embolization are pivotal for optimization of the outcome of PAE. In order to undertake PAE safely and to avoid non-target embolization, interventional radiologists need to be very well trained they should have a detailed understanding of the pelvic arterial anatomy. Even though the prostatic arteries often arise from the internal pudendal arteries, many anatomical variants and pelvic anastomoses are encountered. Prospective cohort studies, small randomized controlled trials, and meta-analyses had demonstrated improved symptoms after PAE treatment, with serious adverse effects occurring rarely. This article has been written to provide an update on PAE which must be understood in order to develop a thriving PAE practice. These principles include careful assessment of patients, review of surgical therapies, details of the anatomy of the arteries of the pelvis including the prostate artery including its origin and branches, basic principles of embolization, and an overview of published results.
Теоретична підготовка веслувальників на байдарках і каное
Authors: Богуславська Вікторія , Балахтін Денис
Published: January 2025

Theoretical training of rowers at the stage of specialized basic training. By systematically mastering theoretical knowledge, rowers can more effectively plan and execute training programs, as well as adapt their strategies during competitions according to the specifics of the conditions and competitive environment. This approach contributes to increasing the level of sportsmanship and achieving success in the international arena. Despite the importance of theoretical training, the scientific and methodological literature on rowing has significant gaps in substantiating the structure and content of this training, as well as uneven coverage of the subject at different stages of training, and sometimes even its absence.
The purpose of the study: to determine the peculiarities of the theoretical training of rowers on kayaks and canoes. Research methods. Theoretical research methods were used in the work: analysis, comparison, induction, deduction, systematization and generalization of scientific and methodical literature.
Results. The stage of preliminary basic training determines the fundamental aspects of the physical, technical and tactical development of rowers. It is at this stage that they get the necessary knowledge about the biomechanical principles of movement execution, as well as the basics of the training process and competition strategies. Theoretical training includes the study of movement theory, analysis of rowing technique, study of the rules and regulations of sports competitions, as well as familiarization with the principles of physiology and psychology of sports activities.
Conclusions. Scientific studies confirm the importance of theoretical training in the process of forming the sportsmanship of rowers at the stage of preliminary basic training. In this context, theoretical training acts as a necessary element that contributes not only to the understanding of the basic principles and techniques of rowing, but also to the improvement of sports skills and the achievement of high results in sports competitions.
Uncovering language learning strategies of digital native EFL students in a Turkish EFL context
Authors: Yücedağ Zeynep , Arslan Recep Şahin
Published: January 2025

The pervasive influence of technology crosses borders, reshaping personal, professional, and social realms globally, with education notably transformed in schools and communities. This study aims to uncover language learning strategies among digital natives in the Turkish EFL context through a quantitative research design. The study revealed that gender differences arose in the utilisation of affective strategies, with females exhibiting significantly higher scores. Conversely, the use of metacognitive strategies was observed to be a consistently preferred approach among both genders. Proficiency levels affected compensatory strategy use, highlighting the impact of educational context. Digital strategies reflected a strong tendency towards gratification and rewards, with gender differences evident in multitasking. Using technology correlated positively with memory, cognitive, metacognitive, and social strategies. Multitasking correlated significantly with cognitive strategies, while graphic communication and gratification and rewards showed various relationships with memory, compensatory, affective, and social strategies. The findings suggest implications for English teachers, policymakers, and authorities. The policymakers should take students’ needs and characteristics into consideration in forming technology-related educational policies. Besides, teachers should provide their students with new experiences utilizing digital tools to learn English. Accordingly, activities should be arranged appropriately based on such student characteristics rather than sticking to the conventional teaching methodologies. It is therefore recommended that EFL teachers receive professional training in order to enable them to cater effectively to digital native learners.
Exploring the potential use of generative ai for learner support in ODL at scale
Authors: Gevher Merve , Öncü Sefa Emre , Erdoğdu Erdem
Published: January 2025

This study addresses the applicability of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) within the administrative learner support services at Anadolu University Open Education System, a giga university with more than one million learners in Türkiye. The study reveals the performance differences between a rule-based chatbot and different GenAI-based chatbots using a qualitative case study approach. Learner inquiries that the rule-based chatbot could not answer, and frequently asked questions (FAQs) were posed to ChatGPT and Bing Copilot applications in four different cases. The 708 answers in these scenarios were evaluated by three experts. It was observed that GenAI matched learner questions more effectively than the rule-based chatbot. Additionally, Bing Copilot was more successful in generating responses to learners’ questions from the internet compared to ChatGPT, which utilized the FAQ dataset. The study reveals that Gen-AI based chatbots that can work together with rule-based chatbots are more successful in generating answers. Findings demonstrate the potential of GenAI to provide learners with continuous, more natural, and personalized support. These findings offer significant insights into how administrative support services in mass-scale educational institutions can be transformed.
CONSTRUÇÃO E AVALIAÇÃO DE UM FOTÔMETRO DE CHAMA ALTERNATIVO PARA EXPLORAÇÃO EM AULAS DE QUÍMICA DE NÍVEL MÉDIO
Authors: SILVA EMMILLY ROBERTA MINERVINO DA , SOARES EVANY MIKAELLY CARDOSO , ALVES RICARDO FRANÇA , SANTOS SERGIO RICARDO BEZERRA DOS
Published: January 2025

Em um ritmo exponencial, a sociedade contemporânea vem sofrendo modificações e inovações em diversas áreas da ciência, tal fato se justifica pela necessidade de oportunizar alternativas promissoras no âmbito educacional. Sob essa perspectiva, foi pensado e desenvolvido um fotômetro de chamas alternativo no laboratório de Química do Instituto Federal de Educação, Ciência e Tecnologia da Paraíba – IFPB Campus João Pessoa, para ser utilizado em aulas de Química experimental de nível médio, explorando conceitos de espectroscopia. Os conceitos de espectroscopia são importantes nas discussões sobre os modelos atômicos e sua evolução com o passar dos anos, também são importantes para explicar como algumas análises químicas são realizadas por procedimentos instrumentais. O instrumento foi construído com materiais de baixo custo e permite obter espectros de emissão na chama de alguns metais a partir da queima de soluções alcoólicas de sais desses elementos. Para obtenção dos espectros de emissão um dedal foi utilizado como recipiente da amostra e um fragmento de CD foi utilizado para difratar a radiação policromática emitida pelos elementos na chama e direcionar o espectro de emissão para a câmera de um aparelho celular que registra os dados. Este procedimento foi utilizado para análises qualitativas de elementos na chama e permitiu realizar a caracterização de alguns espectros característicos dos elementos. Para a realização de análises quantitativas, as imagens dos espectros registrados foram avaliadas pelo aplicativo ChemEye, um aplicativo de análises químicas por imagens digitais. Ao avaliar as variações nas intensidades das cores da região espectral amarela obtidas das soluções sódio na faixa de concentrações de 10 a 40ppm, foi possível verificar um comportamento linear entre os sinais registrados e o parâmetro B (canal azul) do sistema RGB de cores, com um coeficiente de correlação linear r=0,9838. Com o fotômetro de chamas desenvolvido é possível realizar experimentos de baixo custo contextualizando conceitos de espectroscopia normalmente apresentados de forma teórica e com muita abstração em salas de aulas de nível médio, facilitando o processo de ensino-aprendizagem e sendo essencial para mostrar ao estudante uma concepção mais acentuada da Ciência.
DESAFIOS DA ATUAÇÃO DO TILS NO ENSINO SUPERIOR: DA TRADUÇÃO À INTERPRETAÇÃO EM LIBRAS
Authors: SILVA JAQUELINE COSTA DA , DIODATO JOSÉ RONIERO
Published: January 2025

O presente estudo busca compreender os desafios da atuação do TILSP no ensino superior por um víeis perspectivo da tradução e interpretação de textos acadêmicos em libras atrelados o que assegura a legislação para a garantia da inclusão educacional da pessoa surda na universidade, bem como seus impactos na atuação do profissional TILSP visto que, atuar no ensino superior exige do TILSP um conjunto de competências e habilidades necessárias a um bom profissional, além disso uma boa articulação com os professores, além de uma formação consistente no que se refere ao domínio das duas línguas a portuguesa e a Libras, dado que ainda hoje, a formação desse profissional mostra-se insuficiente para exercer suas atividades no Ensino Superior. Sendo assim, obter-se um diálogo rico de informações que puderam ser ancorados a base da literatura científica fundamentado à luz de autores como: BRASIL, 201O, CARDOSO, 2019, SIQUEIRA, 2012 entre outros. Este trabalho de cunho bibliográfico, de natureza qualitativa, foi realizado buscas a partir de um estudo de artigos, livros, revistas e documentos, disponíveis nas plataformas digitais. Os resultados indicam as necessidades de rever novos conceitos, pois nos apontam que apesar da fragilidade da formação desses profissionais, pela ausência de cursos que os preparem para atuar no ensino superior, muito pouco é feito para sanar tal dificuldade e o desconhecimento dos docentes das disciplinas, no ensino superior. O protótipo atendeu as prováveis ânsias pela descoberta do novo no que diz respeito a atuação do tradutor e intérprete de libras no âmbito universitário ficando claro a necessidade de ampliação e aprofundamento em pesquisas que tratam desse relevante tema.
Open science in hybrid networks: politics and ethics of scientific text distribution
Authors:   Institute of Scientific Information for Social Sciences of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Gasilin Andrey V.
Published: January 2025

The article studies certain ethical stances and ide-ological attitudes, underlying the popular concept of Open Science. The author is carries out a pri-mary classification of access modes in academic online repositories, based on two dominant value imperatives – “openness” and “secrecy”. The au-thor considers the argumentation of some ideolo-gists of “openness” (such as Alexandra Elbakyan) in the context of the history and philosophy of science. The dichotomy of openness/secrecy is critically understood as a way of presenting the evolution of scientific knowledge in typically posi-tivist way, ignoring non-rational aspects of scien-tific discovery. To overcome the named limita-tions, the author uses the theory of the anthro-pologist David Graeber, who offered three ethical modes of economic relations: communism, ex-change and hierarchy. The author considers the exchange of scientific texts as a special case of the non-human and, more broadly, inter-species cul-ture of exchange. In this context he replaces orig-inal dialectical opposition by a tripartite typology, suggesting the key importance of transitional, hy-brid forms. The author uses the concept of “hy-brid networks” to describe significant trends in the genesis of scientific exchange systems. The complex, multi-actor nature of hybrid networks are considered as is the gradual shift from hierar-chical to heterarchical logic of relations between network agents, the increasing importance of intra- and inter-species collaborations in the course of scientific creativity, and a fundamental revision of traditional standards of scientific production under the influence of the network approach and post-anthropological paradigm.
Doubt and belief as sources of tacit knowledge in scientific search
Authors:   National Research Lobachevsky State University of Nizhny Novgorod, Bodrov Andrei L. , Dorozhkin Alexander M. ,   National Research Lobachevsky State University of Nizhny Novgorod
Published: January 2025

The article attempts to determine the role of doubt and belief as sources of tacit knowledge in scientific search. The analysis showed that belief turns into doubt when a new problematic situation begins to form, and the existing system of knowledge cannot explain new facts. The reverse process of doubt turning into belief gradually de-velops. Thus, a dialectical unity of these categories is formed, which contributes to the progress of scientific knowledge. The principle of doubt, pro-voking the creation of a problematic situation in scientific search, transforms the certainty of the existing system of knowledge into uncertainty. This uncertainty creates conditions for the for-mation of tacit knowledge, which manifests itself in the form of a guess-assumption that there are hidden research problems. In this case, tacit knowledge is the basis of a problematic situation in scientific search. Such knowledge is acquired in the course of both theoretical and practical activi-ty, when, in the process of internalization, facts and ideas are adapted into new meanings. This is facilitated by the fact that the boundaries be-tween belief and knowledge at the pre-problem stage of scientific search are blurred. Doubt in the existing system of knowledge can rely on anoma-lous facts and serve a basis for adjusting existing theories, as well as create conditions for changing the scientific paradigm. In this case, it is proposed to consider tacit knowledge as “strong”, in con-trast to “weak”, which in the sociology of science refers to minor features of experiments at the problem-solving stage.
Workplace discrimination, deafness and hearing impairment: The national
EEOC ADA research project
Authors: Bowe Frank G. , McMahon Brian T. , Chang Tai , Louvi Ioanna
Published: January 2025

Data compiled by the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC),
in its Integrated Mission System, provide documentation regarding the
employment discrimination experience of Americans who are deaf or hard of
hearing. This paper presents an analysis of 8,936 allegations filed by
persons with hearing impairment and closed by EEOC between July 26, 1992 and
September 30, 2003, as compared to 165,674 allegations filed by individuals
with other physical or sensory disabilities. The investigators compare and
contrast demographic characteristics of Charging Parties, characteristics of
Respondents, the nature of allegations, and the outcomes of the allegations
in order to illustrate how these variables differ between the two groups,
herein referred to as HEARING (deaf, hard of hearing, or other hearing
impairment) and GENDIS (general disability). Most allegations derived from
both groups were filed against larger Respondents (those with 500+ workers).
The most common allegation issues in the HEARING group involved matters of
discharge, reasonable accommodation, and hiring. Outcomes derived from
HEARING allegations were more likely to result in merit resolutions when
compared to GENDIS, by a 25% to 21% margin.
Comparing groups on latent variables: A structural equation modeling
approach
Authors: Dimitrov Dimiter M.
Published: January 2025

Structural equation modeling (SEM) provides a dependable framework for
testing differences among groups on latent variables (constructs, factors).
The purpose of this article is to illustrate SEM-based testing for group
mean differences on latent variables. Related procedures of confirmatory
factor analysis and testing for measurement invariance across compared
groups are also presented in the context of rehabilitation research.
Precarious employment experiences and their health consequences: Towards
a theoretical framework
Authors: Tompa Emile , Scott-Marshall Heather , Dolinschi Roman , Trevithick Scott , Bhattacharyya Sudipa
Published: January 2025

Fundamental shifts in the structure of labour markets, work systems,
and employment relations of industrialized countries have outpaced changes
in legislative, social and political mechanisms. As a result, a growing
number of workers are exposed to precarious employment experiences, which we
define as experiences that give rise to instability, lack of protection,
insecurity, and social and economic vulnerability. These experiences
represent a potentially significant occupational health risk. Our central
objective is to develop a detailed framework that outlines the key aspects
of work experiences that makes them precarious, and to consider links
between these aspects and downstream health effects.
Using digital photogrammetry to conduct an anthropometric analysis of
wheelchair users
Authors: Barros Helda Oliveira , Soares Marcelo Márcio
Published: January 2025

This study deals with using digital photogrammetry to make an
anthropometric analysis of wheelchair users. To analyse the data, Digita
software was used, which was made available by means of the agreement of the
Design Department of the Federal University of Pernambuco - Brazil - with
the Department of Ergonomics of the Technical University of Lisbon -
Portugal. Data collection involved a random sample of 18 subjects and
occurred in the Biomechanics Laboratory of the Maurice of Nassau Faculty,
located in Recife, Pernambuco. The methodology applied comprises the steps
of Ergonomic Assessment, Configuration of the Data Base, Taking Digital
Photographs, Digitalising the Coordinates and Presentation of Results. 15
structural variables related to static anthropometry were analysed, and 4
functional range variables relating to dynamic anthropometry. The results
were presented by analysing personal data, classified by gender, ethnicity
and age; by functional analysis of the sample, classified by clinical
diagnosis, results of assessing the joints, results of the evaluation
through motion and postural evaluation; and of the analysis of the
anthropometric sample, which indicated for each variable the number of
people, the mean, the standard deviation, and the minimum, median and
maximum values.
Aesthetic taste versus utility: the emotional and rational of the
individual
Authors: Mourthé Claudia , Dejean Pierre-Henri
Published: January 2025

This article explores the development of an aesthetics framework that
aims to provide designers with parameters to understand emotion, taste, and
aesthetic judgment under their own cultural influence. This framework will
equip designers with tangible criteria for judging cultural influences that
have an impact on industrial design while preventing designers from adopting
subjective options or being “followers of the current trend.” To address the
complexity of the topic, a systemic approach is taken so as to be able to
capture its several elements. Therefore, the aesthetics framework adopts a
systemic approach, which enables its constituents to be compared and the
interplay or “links” between these different elements to be identified.
Gender involvement in manual material handling (mmh) tasks in agriculture
and technology intervention to mitigate the resulting musculoskeletal
disorders
Authors: Singh Suman , Sinwal Neelima , Rathore Hemu
Published: January 2025

The lifting and carrying of loads in agriculture on small landholdings
are unavoidable. Rural communities often lack access to appropriate
technologies which may result in various health hazards. The objective was
to study gender participation in agricultural activities involving manual
material handling tasks, to assess MSDs experienced in various MMH tasks and
to evaluate traditional method and designed technology. The study was
conducted on 100 agricultural workers. Data on gender participation in MMH
tasks in household, animal husbandry and agriculture and resulting MSDs was
gathered. Pre and post assessment of technology intervention was done for
NIOSH Lifting Index, QEC, and RPE. The results revealed greater
susceptibility of females to musculoskeletal problems in most of the
household and animal husbandry tasks. The hand trucks designed were pushing
type with power grasp handle. The respondents were advised to carry 5 kg of
weight per lift instead of lifting more weight in one lift/minute while
filling the hand truck. By decreasing the weight and increasing the number
of lifts per minute the respondents were seen falling in green zone
indicating significant reduction in NIOSH lifting index. QEC scores
concluded that for filling the hand truck 5 kg of weight should be carried
to keep the exposure level low.
Assessment of energy balance of Indian farm women in relation to their
nutritional profile in lean and peak agricultural seasons
Authors: Singh Suman , Sinwal Sushma , Rathore Hemu
Published: January 2025

In India, the farm women are not only involved in household activities
but also contribute in various farm operations, animal husbandry. The
objective was to assess nutritional profile of the farmwomen and their
occupational health problems, to compare the physiological workload in lean
and peak seasons and to find out relationship between physiological workload
and nutritional intake. The study was conducted on a sample of 90 farmwomen.
Energy Intake was calculated using physiological fuel values of
carbohydrate, fat and protein. Energy Expenditure Rate (EER), Total Energy
Expenditure (TEE) and Energy Balance were calculated. The physiological
workload was assessed using sub-maximal workload technique. The results
revealed that all the respondents of all categories were, more or less,
performing all the agriculture, allied and household activities. In all the
agriculture activities physiological hazards such as body pain and fatigue
were dominant. Dietary, nutritional and energy intake was lower for heavy
workers, from all landholding and BMI categories. HR and OCR were in linear
relationship in all BMI categories. Physical work capacity increased with
good nutritional status and decreased with age. Regression equations were
suggested for calculating oxygen consumption (y) at their known heart rate
(x) during various agriculture operations.
Can we make health IT safe enough for patients?
Authors: Wears Robert L
Published: January 2025

Health information technology (HIT) is widely believed to be an
essential modality for improving the efficiency, effectiveness, and safety
of healthcare, and has its adoption has been vigorously promoted. However,
the safety of commercially available HIT systems has never been
independently and rigorously assessed. This paper discusses critical issues
to be considered in the development of safe and reliable HIT, and identifies
a group of structural impediments that may slow or prevent the arrival of
HIT that is actually safe enough for routine clinical use. It argues that
this situation is analogous to NASA’s promotion of the space shuttle not as
an experimental, risky technology, but rather as a routine,
ready-for-ordinary-use resource.