bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Prevalence and correlates of dental caries among 2–5 years children with special reference to breastfeeding in Kamrup District, Assam
Authors: Kalita Chandana , Langthasa Meghali , Saikia Anjan Kumar , Saikia Ankumoni , Medhi Sthitaprajna
Published: October 2023

Background:

Dental caries among children is one of the most common health-related issues worldwide.

Aim:

To find out the prevalence of dental caries among 2–5 years old children in Kamrup district of Assam with reference to breastfeeding and associated variables.

Materials and Methods:

In this community-based cross-sectional study, 1439 children were examined from 15 wards of Kamrup Metro and four randomly chosen blocks of Kamrup Rural. Children were examined to assess the mean decayed/filled primary teeth (dmft) index, and a self-administered validated questionnaire was given to the mothers to collect data on the practice of breastfeeding initiation, its duration, and dental hygiene habits.

Results:

Dental caries prevalence was found to be higher in urban areas (54.6%) than rural areas (45.4%). The frequency of using toothpaste was highest among the tooth-cleaning materials. A significant difference in caries prevalence was observed among the children, those who brushed twice a day, and those who did not brush (P = 0.039). The difference was significant in the mean dmft of children from the upper socioeconomic class (P = 0.023) compared with the other classes. A significant difference was also observed between breastfeeding duration (P = 0.010), exclusive and nonexclusive breastfeeding, time of initiation of breastfeeding within 12 h (P < 0.001), and alternative feeding with caries prevalence (P < 0.001).

Conclusions:

Dental caries were higher in urban localities and upper socioeconomic classes. Breastfeeding initiation and duration may play an important role in the causation of dental caries. No significant association was found between colostrum, prelacteal feeding, and caries prevalence.
Barriers in maintaining oral health among the children with cerebral palsy – Parent/caregiver’s perspective
Authors: Constance Diana , Subbiah Rohini , Sukumaran Aparna , Madankumar Parangimalai Diwakar
Published: October 2023

Background:

Cerebral palsy (CP) is primarily a neuromotor disorder that affects the development of movement, muscle tone, and posture.

Objective:

This qualitative study explores the underlying barriers in maintaining oral health from the perspective of the caregivers or parents.

Materials and Methods:

Focus group discussion was conducted with the parents or caregivers in the National Institute for Empowerment of Persons with Multiple Disabilities (NIEPMD), Muttukadu, Chennai. Data were collected from seven participants. Thematic analysis identified key themes using NVivo software.

Results:

The discussion on barriers to maintain oral health faced by parents of children with CP identified a collation of three key themes: behavioral challenges, inhibited social and communication skills, and parental dependence.

Conclusion:

Oral health professionals should aim to raise awareness among health-care professionals to work toward reducing the barriers to oral health care that these populations currently experience.
Rhabdomyosarcoma of Middle Ear
Authors: Sankhe Shilpa , Jain Ayush , Yadav Subhash
Published: October 2023

An eight-year-old girl presented to the outpatient department with a history of decreased hearing from the right ear, bloody ear discharge, and facial deviation to the left side. On clinical examination, she was afebrile with conductive right-sided hearing loss. With a primary diagnosis of unsafe type of chronic suppurative otitis media in mind, computed tomography scan of the temporal bone was performed which showed an aggressive destructive lesion in the petrous temporal bone. Magnetic resonance imaging was then performed to look for soft tissue extension and vascular involvement. Based on the clinical and imaging findings, she was diagnosed as a high-grade neoplasm of the right temporal bone, such as rhabdomyosarcoma. Histopathology finally confirmed the diagnosis of an embryonal type of rhabdomyosarcoma of the middle ear cleft.
Immunotherapies in Pediatric Neurology During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Reddy Chaithanya , Bhagwat Chandana , Saini Arushi Gahlot
Published: October 2023

Immunotherapy is an important treatment modality for several pediatric neurology conditions. The immunosuppressive therapies may predispose to a heightened risk of infection and fatal consequences. The paper aims to examine the immunological effects of various commonly used immunomodulators and their associated risk of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV2) infection. Immunotherapies may exhibit different effects at the different stages of coronavirus disease 19 (COVID-19) pathogenesis. Conventional immunosuppressive therapies appear to produce less favorable results or may aggravate the risk of infection, especially during the primary response phase. Whereas immunomodulators such as inhibitors of pro-inflammatory cytokines, antagonists of complement activity, and those drugs which decrease viral-neutralizing antibodies levels seem to have beneficial effects during the secondary hyper inflammation phase of infection. However, adequate clinical data is yet to be available for most of the immunotherapies. Based on the emerging evidence, the authors attempt to draw some conclusions of practical importance on the applications of different immunomodulators for children with pediatric neurological disorders in the COVID-19 pandemic.
A Rare Case of Alobar Holoprosencephaly with Normal Facies
Authors: Singh Prashant Raj , Sharma Raghavendra Kumar , Nehete Lokesh
Published: October 2023

Background:

Alobar holoprosencephaly is a rare disorder of brain development. Most of the cases have facial abnormalities and the survival of such children is usually not prolonged.

Case Description:

We are reporting a 2-month-old female child presented with seizures and delayed developmental milestones. Interestingly, she has no facial abnormality which is quite unusual. The management of such children is difficult and individualized.

Conclusion:

The counseling of the parents should be done regarding the severity and outcome of such congenital disease and also the importance of the antenatal check-up during a future pregnancy.
Mask Ventilation in Frontonasal Meningoencephalocele
Authors: Verma Shipra , Biswas Konish , Agrawal Sanjay , Andleeb Roshan
Published: October 2023

Frontonasal encephalocele is a rare anatomical variant of the meningoencephalocele. Peri-operative anesthesia concerns involve anticipated difficult mask ventilation as well as surgical complications such as compression and rupture of meningoencephalocele. The compression of encephalocele is associated with raised intracranial pressure (ICP) and even rupture of overlying skin leading to cerebrospinal fluid leak, hemorrhage, exposure of underlying frontal lobe, meningitis, seizures, and even death. We report a case of 6-year-old female presenting with rare variant of frontonasal encephalocele for bifrontal craniotomy, excision of encephalocele, and repair. Difficult mask ventilation was anticipated, and patient airway was managed with use of size 4 anatomical mask.
Secondary developmental glaucoma
Authors: Kaushik Sushmita , Singh Jyoti , Pandav Surinder Singh
Published: October 2023

The basic pathophysiology of all childhood glaucoma results from impaired outflow through the trabecular meshwork. Anterior Segment Dysgeneses (ASD) are a group of nonacquired anomalies associated with secondary developmental glaucoma, characterized by impaired development of the structures of the anterior segment. Many genes impact the development of the anterior segment. The cause of the development of the abnormalities is thought to be multifactorial. Molecular research has helped our understanding of the molecular basis of ASD and the developmental mechanisms underlying these conditions. Identifying the genetic changes underlying ASD has gradually led to the recognition that some of these conditions may be parts of a disease spectrum rather than isolated anomalies. The characterization of the underlying genetic abnormalities responsible for glaucoma is the first step toward developing diagnostic and screening tests, which could identify individuals at risk for disease before irreversible optic nerve damage occurs. It is also crucial for genetic counseling and risk stratification of later pregnancies. It also aids prenatal testing by various methods allowing for effective genetic counseling. This review summarizes various ocular and systemic conditions that result in secondary developmental glaucoma and provide an overview of the phenotypes, the diagnosis and principles of management of the various disorders.
Impact Level of Selected Fuel Mixtures on the Natural
Environment
Authors: Markiewicz Marietta , Muślewski Łukasz , Pająk Michał
Published: October 2023

The European Union’s pro-ecological policy imposes a requirement to use biofuel
additives in diesel fuel which is supposed to support the sustainable
development of transport and limit its negative impact on the natural
environment. The study presents an analysis of the exhaust gas components and
the amount of solid particles carried out for internal combustion engines fueled
with mixtures of diesel fuel and fatty acid methyl esters. Additionally, the
computer software of the tested power units was modified by changing the amount
of fuel to be supplied and the air intake. The goal of the tests was to find out
how the fuel mixture and reprogramming of the computer control systems would
impact the emission of exhaust gas components. Based on the tests, it was found
that an additive of fatty acid methyl esters to diesel does have an influence on
the tested unit parameters. The highest values were found for a mixture
containing 90% diesel fuel and 10% fatty acid methyl esters, whereas the lowest
ones were for a mixture composed of 50% diesel fuel and 50% fatty acid methyl
esters.
The design of a “1-minute break” to help with students’ attention during lectures in a Pharm.D. programme
Authors: Hanif Ahmad , Galvez-Peralta Marina
Published: October 2023

Background: The “1-minute break” is a novel educational approach that introduces intentional breaks through trivia questions to address students’ challenges with paying attention during class time.
Methods: After it was initiated and optimised, the “1-minute break” has been offered to students in different cohorts within the Pharm.D. pre-APPE programme for the past five years. Feedback on the utility of this innovative approach and its optimisation was gathered over the five years. Students also shared their perception of the impact of the “1-minute break” on their attention during classes using a survey with open-ended questions.
Results: The “1-minute break” was highly accepted by all student cohorts. Students strongly favoured implementing this technique across the curriculum. Qualitative analysis of student feedback revealed that the “1-minute- break” helped them stay focused or regain attention in class. Student feedback provided similar comments before, during, and after the COVID-19 pandemic, reflecting that this technique can be implemented independently of the online and in-person teaching formats.
Conclusion: The “1-minute break” technique, which uses intentional breaks by incorporating trivia questions during lectures, seems to help students stay focused or regain their attention during classes. This approach is easily implemented and apparently independent of the content taught.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR COVID-19 PREVENTION AND TESTING FOR HEMATOPOIETIC CELL TRANSPLANT CENTERS IN BRAZIL
Authors: Mendes Ana Verena de Almeida , Carlesse Fabianne , Ramos Jessica , Garnica Maiolin Márcia , Machado Clarisse Martins
Published: October 2023

From February 2020 to May 2023, 37,625,916 cases of COVID-19 were recorded in Brazil, which led to 2,173,359 hospitalizations due to severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) with 703,291 deaths due to COVID-19. More than 14 million cases were registered in 2021 and 2022. However, there was a significant drop in the number of hospitalizations for SARS and the COVID-19 fatality rate in 2022, which certainly reflects the impact of mass vaccination in the country, started in February 2021.
Analisis Tingkat Efektivitas Dan Efisiensi Angkutan Umum Penumpang Trayek Ambon – Tulehu
Authors: Amahoru Johanis
Published: October 2023

Transportasi merupakan salah satu kebutuhan pokok bagi masyarakat dalam menunjang segala aktivitas sosial sehari-hari tanpa adanya transportasi maka masyarakat tidak dapat melakukan aktivitasnya dengan baik. hal yang dilakukan adalah menganalisa efektifitas dan efisiensi penumpang angkutan umum sehingga tujuan akhir dari penelitian ini adalah mengetahui tingkat efektifitas dan efisiensi. Proses penelitian ini merupakan penelitian dengan menggunakan metode survey dan wawancara langsung kepada supir dan penumpang di lokasi. Data yang digunakan adalah data dari lapangan (data primer) dan data dari instansi yaitu Dinas Perhubungan Provinsi Maluku (data sekunder). Berdasarkan hasil analisis data, untuk tingkat Sekuritas diperoleh nilai. Headway rata-rata penumpang angkutan umum Trayek Ambon - Tulehu adalah 6,05 menit hasil ini menunjukkan angkutan pada trayek ini sudah memenuhi standar. Analisis waktu tunggu rata-rata sebesar 0,15 menit dan maksimum sebesar 0,3 menit. hasil ini menunjukkan bahwa angkutan umum penumpang trayek Ambon - Tulehu belum memenuhi standar. Faktor muat (load factor) penumpang trayek Ambon - Tulehu dari hasil analisis data diperoleh sebesar 20,34% hasil ini menunjukkan bahwa angkutan umum penumpang telah memenuhi standar. Sedangkan untuk tingkat efisiensi angkutan umum penumpang trayek Ambon - Tulehu dari hasil analisis data diperoleh waktu tempuh rata-rata angkutan umum penumpang trayek Ambon - Tulehu adalah 49,33 menit hasil ini menunjukkan angkutan umum penumpang trayek Ambon - Tulehu belum memenuhi standar, dan kecepatan rata-rata angkutan umum penumpang trayek Ambon - Tulehu adalah 31,18 km/jam hasil ini menunjukkan angkutan umum penumpang trayek Ambon - Tulehu belum memenuhi standar.
Peran Kepala Sekolah dalam Meningkatkan Kualitas Pendidikan di Era Digital
Authors: Turmuzi Ahmad
Published: October 2023

Education in the digital era requires a strategic role of school principals in utilizing technology to improve the quality of learning. The purpose of this study is to analyze the role of school principals in improving the quality of education in the digital era. This research uses qualitative research methods. Data collection techniques in this study were carried out by literature study through exploration of journals, books and other information relevant to the research. The data that has been collected is then analyzed in three stages, namely data reduction, data presentation and conclusion drawing. The results showed that principals have an important role in improving the quality of education in the digital era. The principal's role includes the ability to lead and manage the school well in order to optimally utilize digital technology, the ability to be an educator for teachers and school staff in order to develop their competence in utilizing digital technology and the ability to manage school resources, including digital technology, so that they can be used effectively and efficiently.
Pengaruh Pola Asuh Orang Tua Terhadap Dekadensi Moral Siswa Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Siahaya Sintya , An Tiblola Abigael , Sopakua Samel
Published: October 2023

Moral and character education is an important aspect of individual development, especially at the primary education level, one of the factors that play a role in the formation of student morals is parenting. The purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of parenting on the moral decadence of elementary school students. This study used quantitative research methods.  Data collection techniques were carried out by surveys distributed to parents of students of SDN 1 Hative Kecil Ambon. The sampling technique was carried out using random sampling technique. The data that has been collected is then analyzed using simple linear regression analysis using the help of the SPSS program. The results showed that parenting patterns affect the moral decadence of elementary school students. Authoritarian and permissive parenting have a positive relationship with moral decadence, while democratic parenting has a negative relationship with moral decadence. So it can be concluded that parents are influential in the development of children's character.
A Review of Intergovernmental Cooperation on the Mitigation of Climate Change
Authors: Forner Claudio , Julien Díaz Mario
Published: October 2023

This working paper provides an overview of the landscape of intergovernmental cooperation on climate change mitigation efforts across sectors. The analysis of over 90 initiatives – alliances and partnerships – can help guide future efforts in enhancing intergovernmental cooperation for climate action.
Determinants of Poultry Egg Farmers’ Participation in Livestock Insurance in Rivers State, Nigeria
Authors: AROYEHUN Adeyinka
Published: October 2023

Poultry farming is exposed to several hazards caused by epidemic diseases, climate change and marketing among others which lead to losses of revenue. Yet, majority of poultry farmers do not neither shared nor transferred their hazards rightly. In the light of this, this study examined the determinants of poultry egg farmers’ participation in livestock insurance in Rivers State, Nigeria. Primary data were obtained with the aid of questionnaire and interview schedules from 120 farmers drawn through multistage sampling procedure. Descriptive statistics and Probit regression model were used to analyze the data. Results shows the mean age of the poultry egg farmers to be 45.21 years, years spent in formal education mean of 14.87 years, mean household size of five (5), and stock size of 1721 birds were obtained. 60.8% were aware of livestock insurance and about 35% of the farmers insured their farms. Probit regression result shows that access to credit facilities, stock size and household size were statistically significant determining the poultry egg farmers’ participation in livestock insurance scheme. Poor agricultural extension service delivery and delay in indemnity payment among others were constraints encountered in participating livestock insurance. The study recommends that extension agents in collaboration with the insurance company providers should educate poultry farmers on livestock insurance role in risk management. Also, insurance companies should endeavor to keep terms of contractual arrangements not to delay in indemnity payment to the farmers.
The Effect of Secretome Hypoxia Mesenchymal Stem Cell (Sh-MSC) Therapy on PDGF and IFN-Gama Gene Expression in Male Wistar Rat Excision Models
Authors:   Postgraduate student of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Islam Sultan Agung, Jl Kaligawe KM 4 Semarang 50012, Natalia Dessy Tri , Subchan Prasetyowati ,   Department of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Islam Sultan Agung, Jl Kaligawe KM 4 Semarang 50012, Muhar Adi Muradi ,   Department of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Islam Sultan Agung, Jl Kaligawe KM 4 Semarang 50012
Published: October 2023

Wounds are damage to normal anatomical structures and functions due to pathological processes that originate internally or externally and affect certain organs. The wound healing process consists of four highly integrated and overlapping hemostasis phases, inflammation, proliferation, and remodeling or network resolution. Therapy using Mesenchymal Stem Cells (MSC) is considered effective in improving skin wound healing because it has the potential for differentiation and immunoregulation and there is no potential for post-treatment rejection. This research aims to prove the influence of secretome hypoxia mesenchymal stem cells (SH-MSC) on PDGF and IF-Gamma gene expression in Wistar rats using the excision wound model. This research is in-vivo experimental research with Post-test Only Control Group Design. The research subjects were 18 male Wistar rats with excision wound models divided into three groups there are placebo gel (negative control), Clobetasol at a dose of 0.25g/kg (positive control), and the P1 group SH-MSC gel at a dose of 400 μl/kg BW, were given treatment for 5 days. On the 6th day, the skin tissue was examined using the RT-PCR method to see the expression of the PDGF and IF-gamma genes. Statistical analysis using One-way ANOVA and Post Hoc LSD test. The average PDGF gene expression in the P1 group was the highest, followed by the positive control. The lowest average expression of the PDGF gene was found in the negative control. The average IFN-γ gene expression in the negative control was the highest, followed by the positive control group. The lowest average expression of the IFN-γ gene was found in the P1 group. The administration of SH-MSCs topical gel 400μl/kg BW increased PDGF expression in male Wistar rats with excision wound models, whereas the administration of gel secretome SH-MSC at a dose of 400μl/kg BW can reduce IFN-γ levels in male Wistar rats with the excision wound model.
Public Expenditure and the Performance of the Agricultural Sector of the Nigerian Economy
Authors:   Department of Management and Accounting, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife, Nigeria., (PhD) Patrick, OLOGBENLA
Published: October 2023

The study focused on the investigation of the effect of public expenditure on the performance of the Nigerian agricultural sector. It covers a period from 1990 to 2023. The methodology applied is Autoregressive distributed lag and the data were sourced from both the Central Bank of Nigeria Statistical Bulletin, 2023 edition and the World Bank Tables 2023 edition. The findings from the study revealed that there are positive and significant impacts of government expenditure, tax, and trade openness on agricultural production in the short run confirms the importance of well-targeted government investments and supportive policies in promoting agricultural development. However, the negative and significant effect of inflation on agricultural production underscores the need for effective inflation management strategies to maintain stability and protect the purchasing power of farmers and consumers. Policymakers should take into account these findings when formulating agricultural and macroeconomic policies to ensure sustained growth in the agricultural sector and overall economic development.
Cashless Payment System on Financial Inclusion in Nigeria
Authors:   Department of Management and Accounting, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife, Nigeria., (PhD) Patrick, OLOGBENLA
Published: October 2023

The study investigates the effect of cashless payment system on financial inclusion in Nigeria. Secondary data from year 2010 till 2023 on variables of interest were collected and were analysed using quantitative analysis. Volume of point-of-sale systems in the banks, Volume of Web-Based Transactions in the banking industry, Number of ATM Machines available, number of account holders, rate of usage of bank account all these were used as the independent variables while financial inclusion which was proxied by the number of commercial banks branches in rural area and the total number of commercial bank branches in the country. Quantitative analysis was used to analyse the data. The Auto-regressive Distributed Lag was precisely employed and the result showed that only point of sale volume and web-based transaction have the most significant impact on financial inclusion in Nigeria. Findings indicate that Automated Teller Machines was unable to exert significant impact on financial inclusion. It s recommend that government should reinforce pint of sae transaction as ell as web based transaction among the populace in order to continue to achieve massive financial inclusion in Nigeria.
Growing Political Awareness for the Community in Increasing Nationalism
Authors:   Department of Teacher Training and Education, Pamulang University, Tangerang, Indonesia, Pujilestari Yulita , , Sulastri ,   Department of Teacher Training and Education, Pamulang University, Tangerang, Indonesia, Lusie Putri Mas Fierna Janvierna ,   Department of Teacher Training and Education, Pamulang University, Tangerang, Indonesia, , Setiawati ,   Department of Teacher Training and Education, Pamulang University, Tangerang, Indonesia
Published: October 2023

Indonesia is a democratic country, a country that prioritizes the voice of the people in making decisions, one form of Indonesian democracy can be seen from the general election system which is held every five years, where to be able to carry out one form of democracy successfully, political awareness is needed from each of them. each citizen. Political awareness is an important element for the successful implementation of democracy in a country. Growing political awareness can also grow Nationalism which is the political attitude of the people of a nation who have the same culture and region, as well as the same ideals and goals. Nationalism is also interpreted as an understanding that is the highest loyalty of each individual must be attached to the nation-state (nation state) or as the mental attitude and behavior of individuals and communities that show high loyalty and devotion to the nation and state.The research methodology used is descriptive qualitative, which is a method that aims to describe how the actual situation and phenomenon is, then it is described in a research report. Based on its type, this research is a case study research. , as happened in the general election in Indonesia for example. This proves that people's political participation is still low. The Importance of Growing Political Awareness for the Community In Increasing Nationalism, All Parties, Especially Religious Leaders, Community Leaders, and the Government, To Socialize.
EASTERN MOTIFS IN VIOLIN LITERATURE
Authors: HÜSEYNOVA Lale
Published: October 2023

Violin repertoires one of the brightestpages of music history. New playing techniques have been developed throughout the history of violin art, in addition to this, virtuoso violin works, which requirenew playing techniques, have emerged. These are violin sonatas, variations, concertos. These works are also dedicated to different motifs and themes. Among theexamples are A. Vivaldi’s Four Violin Concertos the four seasons, Paganini’s Prayer Variations from G. Rossini’s “Moses”, or the Violin Caprices about Hunting or War (No. 9, 14, 17) . In the violin literature, there are many works of world composers devoted to Eastern motifs. Since the Baroque period, composers began to apply these motifs. This tendency continued all the time and led to the formation of a wider repertoire. Great interest in Oriental music is growing from both European and Russian composers. Passion for the Orient W. A. Mozart’s “Die Entführung aus dem Serail”, C. Saint-Saens’ “Samson et Dalilah”, J. Bizet’s “Jamele”, N. A. Rimsky-Korsakov’s “Scheherazade”, Reinhold Glière’s “Shakh-Senem” and has been seen many other works. These motives considered asnot only in large genres, but also in works of small genres. In this context, romance, suite and other works for violin attract attention.

In this study, it is aimed to examine the period and composer styles in popular works of the violin repertoire composed on Eastern motifs such as “Romanza Andaluza” by P. Sarasate, “Orientale” by C. Cui, “Baal Shem” by E. Bloch and “Tzigane” by M. Ravel. These works were examined in terms of harmonic structure.
A visão dos recursos humanos ao trabalho análogo à escravidão no meio empresarial
Authors:   Centro Universitário Geraldo Di Biase, FRAGA Leilane R. , MATHEUS Pollyana S. ,   Centro Universitário Geraldo Di Biase, NASCIMENTO Deyvison R. ,   Centro Universitário Geraldo Di Biase, PEREIRA Francisco C. ,   Centro Universitário Geraldo Di Biase
Published: October 2023

O presente artigo tem como objetivo pesquisar o conceito de trabalho análogo à escravidão e como ele se reproduz nas relações de trabalho no Brasil. O segundo objetivo deste artigo é instruir como o departamento de recursos humanos deve se posicionar respeitando a dignidade do trabalhador. Logo, adquirindo meios capazes de chegar até a condição da dignidade inerente a todos os homens, em conformidade com sentido de vida que não pode ser limitado a uma condição de sobrevivência.
La nueva Ley de migración chilena: vigilancia y control v/s integración. Aportes para un análisis desde su dimensión de dispositivo discursivo
Authors:   Universidad de Santiago de Chile, BROWER Jorge
Published: October 2023

En este artículo exponemos algunos de los resultados de nuestra investigación acotada a la nueva Ley de Migración chilena, promulgada el año 2021.Utilizaremos como referente teórico/conceptual el término dispositivo (saber/poder), desarrollado por M. Foucault, orientado a la expresión discursiva de este corpus jurídico. A partir de dicho diseño teórico, elaboramos una metodología ad hoc para revisar analíticamente el corpus en cuestión, pudiendo, de esa forma, identificar la construcción semántica e ideológica de la nueva Ley entendida como discurso.
Prospectiva para la exportación de la fresa mexicana con un modelo de regresión lineal múltiple
Authors:   Universidad Autónoma de Campeche, RAMIREZ-SANCHEZ Miguel Y. , VALDEZ-LUNA Giselle G. ,   Universidad Autónoma del Estado de México, GUTIERREZ-PALLARES Enoc ,   Universidad Autónoma del Estado de México
Published: October 2023

Esta investigación analiza la competitividad de la fresa (fragaria) mexicana en los mercados internacionales comparado con España y Estados Unidos, y entre los estados productores del país, mediante un modelo de regresión lineal múltiple con el objetivo de identificar factores estratégicos nacionales e internacionales que permiten predecir las perspectivas a futuro de las exportaciones mexicanas. Los resultados apuntan que la competitividad internacional de las fresas mexicanas se ve reflejada en su valor monetario y la cantidad de exportación anual.
Revisión de la literatura 2021-2022: TIC en las Ciencias Naturales en primaria y secundaria
Authors:   Universidad Metropolitana de Educación, Ciencia y Tecnología, PARRA Raul A. , SOLANO DolinysG. ,   Universidad Metropolitana de Educación, Ciencia y Tecnología
Published: October 2023

Se revisó la producción científica entre 2018 y 2022 relacionada conel uso de TIC en la enseñanza de las ciencias naturales. Se consultaron la bases de datos ERIC®, Dialnet®, Education Research Complete®, Scielo® y Scopus®. Se encontraron 53 documentos que trataban temas relacionados, con enfoques centrados en el estudiante, el docente y el uso mismo de la tecnología. Se concluyó que existe una nutrida y actualizada producción científica que enfatiza en la utilidad de las estrategias mediadas por TIC.
Impacto de factores exógenos en la transformación digital de las empresas
Authors:   Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro, GARRIDO Illa V.
Published: October 2023

La integración de la tecnología en las empresas se ha convertido en una constante para sobrevivir en el ambiente competitivo mundial, esto implica un reto de reestructuración en la empresa, pero también una lucha en el ambiente tecnológico, político y social del país. El presente trabajo tiene como objetivo identificar factores exógenos en el contexto empresarial mexicano que favorecen o inhiben la transformación digital. Se realiza una investigación documental longitudinal, descriptiva, que resalta elementos que frenan la transformación digital de las empresas y el ritmo desigual entre la morosidad en políticas públicas, el rezago del factor humano capacitado y el acelerado avance de la tecnología y el complicado reto que representa.
THE EFFECT OF AWARENESS OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC AND HEALTH LITERACY LEVELS ON HEALTHY LIFESTYLE BEHAVIORS
Authors: ERTAŞ Abdulkadir , KAGAN Gamze
Published: October 2023

It can be argued that the COVID-19 outbreak has created awareness in terms of understanding the importance of health, hygiene, financial and spiritual well-being. In this study, it was aimed to determine the awareness levels of university students about the COVID-19 outbreak and whether their health literacy levels have an effect on their healthy lifestyle behaviors. The research population consists of students studying at Bilecik Seyh Edebali University. The convenience sampling method, which is a non-random sampling method, was used in the data collection. The sample size in this study was 457 individuals. The data obtained in the study were evaluated through the SPSS 22.0 statistical software in computer environment. When the regression analysis of the study was examined, a significant cause-and-effect relationship was found between following the news and developments, being affected by the work life, having concerns, taking precautions, health literacy and healthy lifestyle behaviors. Therefore, health literacy needs to be adapted and integrated into daily life in COVID-19 and similar infectious diseases. The findings of this study will provide valuable insights for the development of public health policies and health communication strategies. Strengthening health awareness and enhancing health literacy during and after the pandemic will be critical steps to promote and sustain healthy lifestyle behaviors. By implementing effective measures, society can strive for improved health outcomes and better preparedness for future health challenges.
Condições do trabalho por plataformas digitais no Brasil
Authors: Nunes Saldanha Larissa
Published: October 2023

This present article aims to investigate the limits of legal protection that stands on “uberized” workers under several principles provided for in the Federal Constitution of 1988, in order to safeguard fundamental rights and guarantees to that part of society in Brazilian territory. Initially, the problem observed in society was delimited: the precarious labour conditions of “uberized” work through digital platforms, in Brazil, under the current scenario of Revolution 4.0 and technological advances. Shortly after, it was taken into account the legal protection of these workers, more especifically, whether or not it would be necessary to recognize the employment relationship. Subsequently, the possibility of guaranteeing minimum rightsto workers through digital platforms was ascertained, under the principle of the social value of work. Therefore, it was possible to confirm the premise that it is no longer appropriate to enforce classic criteria of the employment relationship to the partnership relationship inserted within the shared economy model, flexibility and autonomy in the intermediations driven by uberized workers from digital platforms to which they are registered, but what adjustments would be necessary in order to minimize theharmful effects of technological innovation on the private sector, thus guaranteeing the valorization of human work and decent living conditions through free enterprise, and observing the constitutional dictates. Finally, warns to the use of the hypothetical-deductive method of analysis and bibliographic research technique, based on a survey of specialized literature and recent case-laws up of the Federal Supreme Court and the Superior Labor Court, from the last 3 (three) years, ilustrating this theoretical-scientific construction with practical situations, given the importance of the subject and its challenges, without intending to exhaust it
Perfil dos Perfusionistas que atuam nas cirurgias cardíacas no Espírito Santo
Authors: Gaspar Valéria , Mitre da Silva Juliana , Teodoro Damasceno Geisa
Published: October 2023

Was aimed to survey and describe the profile of perfusionist professionals acting in heart surgery in the State of Espirito Santo in the year of 2019. This is a descriptive study with a quantitative approach. Data collection was done in person, with the use of a semi-structured questionnaire in the month of September 2019. Thirteen professionals were interviewed, 54% of the male sex, and 46% of the female sex; the age of the interviewees was 24-53 years ol, and the average of time working with extra-corporeal circulation was of 15.6 years, the educational level of participants was that of 30.76% that had a high school degree, 30.76% had graduation, and 38.46% were post-graduate. Although qualification is a legal requirement to practice the role, there are limitations that corroborate the non-qualification of professionals, such as the report of excessive work shifts, the inexistence of qualifying courses in the state, and even irregular inspections of the professional practice. It was also determined thatthe field constitutes another possibility for the increase in the possibilities of practice for nurses
The Impact of Emotional Intelligence on Job Performance with a Mediating Role of Job Satisfaction
Authors: Naqvi Syeda Tarum Abbas , Siddiqui Ali Noman
Published: October 2023

Despite their contribution toward the economy and employment generation, SMEs in Pakistan suffer due to low productivity and poor job performance. Thus, we examined factors affecting job performance and the “mediating impact of job satisfaction on emotional intelligence and job performance.” We collected a sample of 382 local SME employees and used Smart PLS for data analysis. The study found “self-awareness, self-regulation, emotional intelligence, and job satisfaction positively affect job performance.” Emotional intelligence “affects job satisfaction,” and job satisfaction mediates “emotional intelligence and job performance.” However, “social skills, motivation, and empathy” insignificantly affect job performance. Emotional intelligence helps understand and manage others’ emotions and solve problematic issues. Therefore, firms must arrange seminars and workshops on emotional intelligence for their employees regularly. Although we did not find a significant effect of social skills and empathy on job performance, they still are important precursors to job-related outcomes, and firms must focus on these aspects as well.
¿Son los robots recursos humanos? El desafío de la gestión de la fuerza de trabajo ante la transformación digital
Authors: Alcover Carlos María
Published: October 2023

El principal objetivo de este trabajo se centra en analizar las implicaciones de la transformación digital para la dirección y gestión de una fuerza de trabajo mixta –humanos y máquinas–, e identificar los principales desafíos a los que se enfrenta en la actualidad y en el futuro próximo. Tras una breve contextualización de las organizaciones en el proceso de transformación digital, en primer lugar, se analizan las principales características de los tipos de sistemas autónomos y los sistemas o equipos humanos-inteligencia artificial (IA). En segundo lugar, se identifican los ejes que definen la gestión de una fuerza de trabajo mixta y las adaptaciones e innovaciones que serán necesarias para hacerlo de manera eficaz. En tercer lugar, se analizan las implicaciones del uso de tecnologías en los propios procesos de gestión de recursos humanos, valorando su alcance y las consecuencias tanto técnicas como éticas. Por último, se ofrecen las principales conclusiones y una serie de recomendaciones para afrontar el desafío de la transformación digital para la gestión de la nueva fuerza de trabajo y el uso de las tecnologías en la gestión de personas. A lo largo del análisis llevado a cabo en este trabajo se formularán los principales interrogantes que definen los escenarios que la transformación digital plantea a la gestión de recursos humanos.
Exploring the Challenges and Resilience of Child and Youth Care Workers Employed in a Child and Youth Care Centre in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Authors: Dewa Sindisiwe , Dewa Mendon
Published: October 2023

Child and youth care work is a stressful profession that results in workforce concerns about poor levels of staff retention and high levels of inexperience. The aim of this study is to gain insight into child and youth care workers’ resilience by examining the challenges faced by these workers and establish the methods used to overcome these challenges. This study employed a qualitative research method and data was collected from a child and youth care centre in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, employing a purposive sampling technique using 9 workers. Seven themes emerged from this study and it was evident that the respondents shared a common understanding of resilience. It was also found that an individual’s grassroots had an impact on developing a passion to work with young people as well as coping with work challenges. Positive protective factors that emerged were support systems in the organisation as motivators as well as maintaining a balance between work and personal life, while negative factors were low salaries and poor working conditions. The study concluded by recommending organisational interventions to support resilience in child and youth care workers and maintain expertise in child and youth care work.
‘Senior Citizen’: Ironic Depiction of West Africa’s Herder-Famer Crisis in a Conceptual Ceramics Exposition
Authors: Okewu Jonathan , Okoli AI Chukwuma
Published: October 2023

This paper proffers an art-speech of the farmer-herder crisis in Nigeria from the standpoint of the conceptual ceramic’s exposition. Using the figurative construct of ‘senior citizen’ and the visual art form of conceptual ceramics, this paper creates a sort of metaphorized analogy that depicts an allegory of Nigeria’s perennial farmer-herder crisis scenario, where the wellbeing of the citizenry appears to have been subordinated to those of the herders and their herds. The uncommon ceramic art approach that negates traditional production methods has been explored in this study to interrogate the outlined concerns. This process includes the pinching of plastic clay, placing it in the palm, rolling the clay with both palms into a stick-like shape, placing the stick at the foot of the fingers, tightly compressing the clay by closing the fists, and finally releasing the clay to reveal the product. This style that has been termed fragmented clay palm press terracotta on canvas proved effective and fluid enough to achieve the essence of this study. The intriguing situation of Nigeria’s socio-political metaphor vis-à-vis the prevailing farmer-herder conundrum is explored in an attempt to foreground the existential irony that this awkward situation portends.
Examining Turkish Graduate Theses on Mathematics Education for Hearing Impaired Individuals
Authors: HORZUM Tuğba
Published: October 2023

The aim of this research was to conduct a systematic review to examine the theses written in Türkiye on mathematics education among individuals with hearing impairment. Studies were identified through searches of the electronic database of the Higher Education Council Publication and Documentation Department Thesis Center. Theses were the full text of which can be accessed until 30 September 2022. The inclusion criteria were met by 9 theses. In this research, theses were classified in terms of aim, study design, the sample definition of hearing impairment, the main results, and recommendations related to the learning and teaching process of mathematics education. The studies primarily focused on the impacts, due diligence, relationship identification, and perspectives concerning the teaching of mathematics to students with hearing impairments. A wide range of teaching methods, tools, activities, and resources were found to influence learning outcomes. The analysis of the theses underscored the significance of factors beyond hearing loss, such as teaching methods, students' experiences, and the ability to connect mathematical concepts to real-life situations. Sign language and gestures emerged as crucial for mathematics education. Despite some highlighted challenges in problem-solving and geometry performance, a plethora of recommendations was provided to enhance mathematics instruction for students with hearing impairments, ranging from classroom utilization to supporting and evaluating students. This comprehensive review underscores the need for diversified and tailored strategies to enhance mathematics education for students with hearing impairments.
Politika Uygulama Aracı Olarak Türkiye İmar Affı Düzenlemelerinin Gelişimi
Authors: YILMAZ Okan
Published: October 2023

Yerleşme ve yapılaşma faaliyetleri yasal ve teknik normların belirlediği koşul ve izinler çerçevesinde gerçekleştirilir. Arazi ve konut arzının karşılanamaması, yanlış planlama ve denetim eksikliği gibi sebepler ruhsatlandırma süreçlerinden ve fenni denetimden yoksun kaçak yapılaşma girişimlerini ortaya çıkarmaktadır. Toplu veya münferit kaçak yapılar altyapı ve ulaşım gibi fiziki sorunlara ek olarak sosyal ve kültürel birçok problemi de beraberinde getirmektedir. Önleme çalışmalarının başarısız olması kaçak yapılaşmaların zaman zaman imar affı adı altında belirli şartlarla yasallaştırılması ile sonuçlanmaktadır. İmar afları yasallaştırmanın yanında birçok politikanın da uygulanması noktasında araç olarak kullanılmaktadır. Politika uygulama aracı olarak imar aflarının kullanılması yeni sorunları doğurmaktadır. Çalışma kapsamında imar aflarının kronolojik gelişimi incelenerek çevre ve şehircilik politikaları ile bağlantısı irdelenmiştir. Ulusal ve uluslararası politika gelişmelerinin uygulanma noktasında imar aflarının rolü ortaya konmuştur. Çalışma bulguları değerlendirilerek imar affı düzenlemelerinin sürdürülebilir kalkınma ve planlı kentleşme hedeflerine etkileri tartışılmıştır.
Thermodynamic and kinematic drivers of atmospheric boundary layer stability in the central Arctic during the Multidisciplinary drifting Observatory for the Study of Arctic Climate (MOSAiC)
Authors: Jozef Gina C. , Cassano John J. , Dahlke Sandro , Dice Mckenzie , Cox Christopher J. , de Boer Gijs
Published: October 2023

Abstract. Observations collected during the Multidisciplinary drifting Observatory for the Study of Arctic Climate (MOSAiC) provide a detailed description of the impact of thermodynamic and kinematic forcings on atmospheric boundary layer (ABL) stability in the central Arctic. This study reveals that the Arctic ABL is stable and near-neutral with similar frequencies, and strong stability is the most persistent of all stability regimes. MOSAiC radiosonde observations, in conjunction with observations from additional measurement platforms, including a 10 m meteorological tower, ceilometer, microwave radiometer, and radiation station, provide insight into the relationships between atmospheric stability and various atmospheric thermodynamic and kinematic forcings of ABL turbulence and how these relationships differ by season. We found that stronger stability largely occurs in low-wind (i.e., wind speeds are slow), low-radiation (i.e., surface radiative fluxes are minimal) environments; a very shallow mixed ABL forms in low-wind, high-radiation environments; weak stability occurs in high-wind, moderate-radiation environments; and a near-neutral ABL forms in high-wind, high-radiation environments. Surface pressure (a proxy for synoptic staging) partially explains the observed wind speeds for different stability regimes. Cloud frequency and atmospheric moisture contribute to the observed surface radiation budget. Unique to summer, stronger stability may also form when moist air is advected from over the warmer open ocean to over the colder sea ice surface, which decouples the colder near-surface atmosphere from the advected layer, and is identifiable through observations of fog and atmospheric moisture.