bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Synovial sarcoma: molecular and biological features, the role of tissue microenvironment elements and their prognostic significance
Authors: Bulanov D. V. , Demyashkin G. A. , Dontsov I. D. , Shegai P. V. , Kaprin A. D.
Published: September 2024

Purpose of the study. Analysis of the molecular and biological features of synovial sarcoma (SS), as well as its tissue microenvironment according to modern research.

   Materials and methods. The analysis of literature sources was carried out mainly in the databases «Istina» and «PubMed», publication date limitations were set up from 2019 to 2023. The following keywords for the search were used: «synovial sarcoma», «chromosomal aberrations», «carcinogenesis».

   Results. Understanding the molecular mechanisms and signaling pathways in the development of SS may lead to the development of more effective treatment strategies. The importance of further research in this area cannot be overestimated, as it can provide new data to create innovative approaches aimed at improving the prognosis and quality of patients’ lives. Chromosomal aberrations, such as translocations and deletions, can lead to the activation of oncogenes or inactivation of tumor suppressor genes, which, in turn, contributes to the malignant transformation of cells. Epigenetic changes such as DNA methylation and histone modifications also play an important role in the regulation of genes related to the growth and survival of tumor cells. Disorders in these processes can contribute to tumor progression by altering the expression of key genes involved in the cell cycle, apoptosis, and angiogenesis. Additionally, part of the review is devoted to the interaction of atypical cells against the background of chromosomal aberrations and epigenetic changes with the SS microenvironment. These factors may have a certain effect on the growth and progression of synovial sarcoma. In addition, the review discusses various aspects of the diagnosis of SS using modern molecular genetic methods. Examples of successful use of targeted therapy and immunotherapy are given, which open up new prospects in the treatment of this disease.

   Conclusion. The importance of molecular biological and molecular genetic analysis of SS for the possibility of an interdisciplinary approach in the study and treatment of this aggressive malignant tumor has been revealed.
The possibilities of diagnostic radiology for the primary identification of spleen abscesses
Authors: Grechikhina M. V. , Gorbunov N. A. , Andreeva S. V. , Dergilev A. P.
Published: September 2024

The issue on the differential diagnosis of formations of purulent-inflammatory etiology and the choice of treatment method taking into account the visual picture does not lose its relevance. Ultrasound (US) is not less crucial than computed tomography (CT) for the primary diagnosis of spleen abscesses. This article presents clinical observations of patients with suspected spleen abscesses admitted to the emergency room of the Novosibirsk City Clinical Hospital No. 1 with emergency indications for 2017–2022. All patients underwent ultrasound with Philips Affiniti 70G, Mindray M9, and General Electric Logiq P6 devices. While performing ultrasound in In-mode, attention was paid to the main signs: localization (in the parenchyma, subcapsular), quantity, contours (wall thickness), the nature of the abscess contents, dimensions (volume calculated according to the formula for irregularly shaped formations, A × B × C × 0.52), the presence or absence of effusion in pockets the spleen. The formations were classified by volume into small (up to 50 ml), medium (50–100 ml) and large (more than 100 ml). The main ultrasound signs in the seroscale mode have been determined. The presented clinical observations illustrate the possibilities of ultrasound for deciding on the method of treatment: for primary diagnosis (including emergency), it was possible to determine the presence of formations of purulent- inflammatory etiology, to determine the localization, the main signs in which minimally invasive treatment was effective (formed abscess of "medium" volume). Surgical abdominal treatment was preferable in the presence of multiple abscesses (without a formed capsule) of small size.
On Positive Inflated Geometric Distribution: Properties and Applications
Authors: Zehra Skinder  , Peer Peer Bilal , Muneeb Ahmad Wani
Published: September 2024

One-inflation in zero-truncated count data has recently found considerable attention. In this regard, zero-truncated Geometric distribution and distribution to a point mass at one are used to create a one-inflated model, namely, one-inflated zero-truncated Geometric distribution. Its reliability characteristics, generating functions, and distributional properties are investigated in detail, which includes survival function, hazard rate function, reverse hazard rate function, probability generating function, characteristic function, variance, skewness, and kurtosis. Monte Carlo simulation have been undertaken to evaluate the effectiveness of the maximum likelihood estimators. To test the compatibility of our proposed model, the baseline model and the proposed model are distinguished by using the two different test procedures. The adaptability of the suggested model is demonstrated using two real-life datasets from separate domains by taking various performance measures into consideration.
Hidden Markov Mixtures for Change Detection in Unevenly Spaced Time Series
Authors: Colozza Bianchi Marta Cristina , Diniz Mayrink Vinicius
Published: September 2024

This work tackles sequential data change-point detection, a research area with various applications in different fields. It focuses on analyzing sequential data such that the distance between locations of consecutive observations is not fixed. The models developed here for change detection extend a Hidden Markov Mixture approach originally designed to handle irregular spacing to improve the identification of atypical values. These models consider the probability of Markov dependence explained by the distance between locations. Bayesian inference is carried out via Gibbs Sampling. Informative priors for the dependency structure are crucial to identify clusters. The models adapt these priors to enable change identification in a general setting. Two mixture models are formulated: one for mean changes and another for mean or variance changes. Post-processing strategies are suggested to categorize observations among the components to facilitate change identification by the mixtures. These strategies are based on maximum posterior probability and consider the uncertainty associated with classifications. Models and clustering performances are evaluated in simulation studies including a Monte Carlo scheme. The analysis also explores three real illustrations. Finally, the proposed approaches are compared to existing clustering and change detection methods available in the literature.
Enhancing Knowledge Management in Space Science: Leveraging Knowledge Graphs and Text Summarization Techniques
Authors: Aswathy S. , Chithra A. V. , Lini K. S. , Dushyanth P. , Sandhya P. S. , Pillai Ganesh
Published: September 2024

In recent years Space exploration has evolved from the realm of governments and government agencies and has emerged as a promising industry with diverse stakeholders ranging from R&D labs, Universities and even private firms. There is also increasing international collaboration between governments in this important area with important applications in telecommunications, disaster control, not to mention defence applications. As a result there is a growing amount of data and information making it difficult to navigate through this vast amount of data and information. This paper examines the use of knowledge graphs and text summarization tools fo effective knowledge management in the domain.
Typology of Early Childhood Education Teachers – Research Report
Authors: Sosnowska-Bielicz Ewa Magdalena
Published: September 2024

Introduction: The characteristics of the profession of an early childhood education teacher available in the literature indicate its peculiarity and certain differences from teachers of higher stages of education. The role of teachers, especially of small children, is special and today its uniqueness, rank and importance are beyond any doubt. In scientific studies we find characteristics and typologies of teachers, but there are few descriptions of teachers at this stage of education. Research Aim: The aim of the research was to construct a typology of early childhood education teacher(s). Method: The research used qualitative strategies, an informal interview with elements of narrative. Results: The analyzes conducted allowed us to distinguish the following types of early childhood education teachers: an enthusiast, a teacher with passion, a guardian, an authority and a strongwoman. Conclusions: The proposed typology of early childhood education teacher(s) presented in the article allows for comparison with those recognized and functioning in the literature on the subject. It is an impulse for further discussions on the specificity of this profession, at the same time revealing previously undescribed types, i.e. a teacher with passion and, from the author’s point of view, representing the postulates of contemporary pedagogy.
High School Students’ Achievement Motivation in the Context of the End of the Covid-19 Pandemic – Contrasting the Past and the Present
Authors: Opora Robert , Nawrocka Katarzyna
Published: September 2024

Introduction: The article is empirical in nature. Achievement motivation plays a significant role in human life and in defined as the need to carry out activities to raise standards. It is influenced by needs and values and is related of the type of factors that motivate an individual to act in order to achieve a goal. Research aim: The aim of the research is to learn about the changes taking place during the COVID-19 pandemic in terms of achievement motivation in a group of high school students. Method: The research is quantitative. In order to answer the formulated research questions, the standardised Achievement Motivation Inventory by H. Schuler, G.C. Thomton, A. Frintrup was used, and M. Prochaska in the Polish version. The area of its application is research on personality and motivation, referring to motivational problems. Results: The pandemic had a significant impact on changing the level of motivation for. The young people’s achievements as a result of distance education, limitation of direct contacts and cessation or limitation of certain activities. Research has shown that the pandemic period and the associated deprivation were important for some aspects of achievement motivation. Conclusion: People who experienced an increase in motivation at the end of the pandemic were characterised by a higher level of achievement motivation before the pandemic compared to people who had a lower level of achievement motivation at the end of the pandemic.
Connecting Copper Wire to Thin Metal Layers
Authors: Michael Paštéka , Marian Králik , Peter Hladiš
Published: September 2024

The process or a system of creating connection between two electrical conductive materials is referred to as heat bonding. In this case it is correct to call it micro bonding. Essential characteristics of this process are pressing two materials together and applying heat. Similar processes are used to create connections to LCDs (Liquid crystal displays) or PCB. This paper discusses copper wire bonding technology to a thin metal layer made on dielectric sheet for micro coils.
Applying Complex-Function Based Web Technologies Intended for Animations in CSS3 Descriptive Language
Authors: Varga Matija
Published: September 2024

The research related to two parts: the first section of the paper (1) is exclusively related to presenting the practical work, i.e. of the animation made in CSS3 descriptive language. The animation was presented in both its design and code aspects. The code was explained in details and the paper showed the animation (after running the mouse pointer over the rectangle) causing the transformation of the rectangle into self-shaping elements with rounded corners. In terms of the style class, CSS3 descriptive language (animation) was presented within HTML5.1 elements. The classes, boxes and the elements within the code were explained in the first section of the paper. The second section of the research (2) presented proving or rejecting the hypothesis based on a survey. The sample on which the research was conducted was a representative one and it was a non-probability (purposive) sample made up of relevant experts and scientists from the realm of web developing and designing. The second section proved and/ or rejected the hypotheses H1, H2, H3 and H4 constituting the basic hypothesis Ht; the section in turn presented and analyzed the research results via graphs concerning the most frequently used web technologies and tools for designing web pages and animations on web pages. Moreover, the application tool voted as “the best” for rendering animations on web pages was stated as well.
Geolocation in a Library using Augmented Reality
Authors: Reyes Ruiz Gerardo , Hernández Hernández Marisol , Olmos Peña Samuel
Published: September 2024

Libraries are educational spaces in which it is important to have novel information resources that invite users to delve into them, and consult physical learning resources in an efficient, novel and attractive way. New technologies have entered into different educational environments, which means that Augmented Reality allows the creation of new and attractive digital search environments that help the location of bibliographic material. The RA facilitates this geolocation, since it shows through a digital content the three-dimensional space of the environment, highlighting the categories and classifications of the physical references that are desired to consult, so that the user can locate them quickly and consequently. They can be directed in a relatively short time to the exact location in which the references are.
The Effect of pH, Electrical Conductivity, and Nitrogen (N) in the Soil at Yogyakarta Special Region on Tomato Plant Growth
Authors: Putranta Himawan , Permatasari Arum Karima , Sukma Trisya Afidah , Suparno Suparno , Brams Dwandaru Wipsar Sunu
Published: September 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of pH, electrical conductivity, and nitrogen content in the soil of five cities in Yogyakarta Special Region considering the growth of tomato plants. This study was conducted using quantitative methods and observations on the growth of tomato plants. The results showed that pH, electrical conductivity (EC), and soil nitrogen (N) elements originating from Yogyakarta were in accordance with the theory for tomato plant growth which were (5.380 ± 0.005), (284.0 ± 0.5) × 𝟏𝟎−𝟑 mS/cm, and (264.680 ± 0.005) ppm, respectively. Based on these results, the growth of tomatoes planted using the soil samples from Yogyakarta in terms of plant height, leaf length, and leaf width was more optimal. However, the tomato plant stem diameter growths from the five soil samples are relatively the same about 0.38-0.30 cm.
The Automation of Mobile Application to Manage the Rice Fields
Authors: Kularbphettong Kunyanuth , Phoso Wannaporn , Roonrakwit Pattarapan
Published: September 2024

The Internet of Things becomes increasingly prevalent. It is the inter-networking of physical devices and connected devices together. Soil and water management play an important role in the Agricultural smart farming. In this paper, the prototype of automation system for measuring and monitoring soil and water was developed to control the pH of the water, the level of water in the rice field by using the Internet of Things (IoT), and mobile computing technologies. The results found show that the system can solve the flood problem in the rice fields during the rainy season, and control the pH of water and soil for growing rice. They also suggest the farmers how to prepare the field to cultivate rice.
Development of Self-learning Economics App for Secondary School Students in Malaysia Based on Information Processing Model
Authors: Wan Zakaria Wan Normeza , Abas Hafiza , Masrom Maslin , Mohdali Raihana , Nik Mohamed Nik Nadzirah
Published: September 2024

According to the recent development in capabilities of smart mobile devices, their growing penetration rate among students, and the positive impacts of mobile apps on students’ motivation and performance, it is possible to take advantage of these devices to design an app for learning Economics. The aim of this project is to develop the Economics mobile app for secondary school students in Malaysia which can offer ubiquitous self-learning among students. The design is based on information processing model that emphasizes cognitive processes in learning. This paper discusses the development of the app which is named EconsF4.
Determination of the Control Parameters of Evolutionary Techniques Utilizing Analysis of Variance
Authors: Čičková Zuzana , Vojtková Mária , Reiff Marian
Published: September 2024

Evolutionary techniques are considered to be an alternative to the effective solution of many, especially non-standard optimization problems. However, these algorithms are controlled by a special set of control parameters according to algorithm type and these settings radically affect the quality of the results. Paper focuses on the possibility of using selected statistical methods to determine the effective values of control parameters, while algorithm of differential evolution has been chosen as an evolutionary technique representative. The analysis has been elucidated on an illustrative example of Sortino ratio maximization problem which is one of the nonlinear measures of portfolio performance.
The Differences in the Effect of Using Video and Modules as Media in Learning Electronic Record Management
Authors: Sutirman Sutirman
Published: September 2024

Video and modules are learning media which are widely used in Diploma programs. The study concluded that: 1) there was no difference in the effect of using modules and videos as learning media for student skills in the practice of electronic record management; 2) there were differences in the effect of using modules and videos as learning media in mastering the theory of electronic record management; 3) there was a higher increase in the material mastery of the theory regarding electronic record management on students who were treated by using the modules than the students who were treated by using video as a learning media.
Business Process Modelling & Execution Application in Work Education Domain
Authors: Pashev George , Rusenova Lilyana , Totkov George , Gaftandzhieva Silvia
Published: September 2024

This paper describes a workflow based approach towards work-place education. Proprietary workflow description and execution environments are used to create a certain application. In order to overcome existing difficulties and functional deficiency in reviewed systems and approaches, we designed a specific modular structure, which contains six modules. Thus, a multiple process engines utilization feature is proposed. Future development in the field of Adaptive Learning Process Generation is envisioned as well.
Implementation of the Critical Thinking Strategies in the School Subject Technology: A Preliminary Study
Authors: Valentová Monika , Brečka Peter
Published: September 2024

The theoretical starting points of this treatise are based on the repeating demands coming from real practice regarding improvement of critical thinking of pupils at primary schools in the Slovak Republic. The question is – to what extent is the topic of critical thinking being introduced and implemented in the educational process by our teachers? The answer to this and also many other questions was explored via research that was carried out within the frame of APVV-15-0368 project called Practical Training in the Centre of Field Didactics, the Field Didactics in the Centre of Practical Training. The main goal of this treatise is to present the research outcomes regarding implementation of the critical thinking strategies within the subject Technology at primary schools in the Slovak Republic. Teachers have stated that the biggest importance is generally ascribed to the deployment of various teaching aids, acquisition of practical skills and frequent contact with technical materials and tools.
The Effect of Dimethyl Sulfoxide on the Microtensile Bond Strength of Universal Adhesives to Dentin
Authors: Dadvar Zahra , Ebrahimi Chaharom Mohammad Esmaeel , Kimyai Soodabeh , Bahari Mahmoud , Daneshpooy Mehdi
Published: September 2024

Objectives: The goal of this investigation was to see how a dentin pretreatment with 5% DMSO affected the microtensile bond strength (μTBS) of universal adhesives.
Materials and Methods: In terms of adhesive kind and etching procedure, 32 healthy third human molars were randomly separated into eight groups. Three universal adhesives with etch-and-rinse and self-etch strategies (G-Premio Bond: GPB.ER/SE, All-Bond Universal: ABU.ER/SE, Prime & Bond Elect: PBE.ER/SE), one two-stage self-etch adhesive (Clearfil SE Bond: CSB), and one two-stage etch-and-rinse adhesive (Adper Single Bond 2: ASB) were employed in with and without DMSO modes (group/N=16). Dentin pretreatment was conducted with 50 μl of 5% DMSO, followed by the use of an adhesive. The μTBS of samples was tested. The influence of adhesive type and DMSO application on bond strength was evaluated using a two-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) (=0.05).
Results: The dentin-adhesive μTBS was significantly affected by DMSO administration (P=0.003), type of adhesive (P=0.001), and the combination of DMSO application and type of adhesive (P=0.027). In the DMSO application mode, the average bond strength of universal adhesives with etch and rinse mode was significantly higher than in the non-application mode, but in the self-etch technique, there was no significant difference pattern between DMSO applications and non-application modes in terms of adhesive bond strength.
Conclusion: The use of DMSO in an etch-and-rinse technique can dramatically enhance the universal adhesive-dentin μTBS and has promise benefits for clinicians in terms of enhancing dentin bond performance.
Outcomes of STEMI Patients in COVID-19 Pandemic: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Authors: Khaleghparast Shiva , Maleki Majid , Noohi Fereidoun , Fathollah Mahmood Sheikh , Khalili Yasaman , Pasebani Yeganeh , Rafiee Farnaz , Farrokhzadeh Fahimeh , Biglari Sajjad , Mazloomzadeh Saeideh
Published: September 2024

Background: The global SARS-CoV-2 pandemic has disrupted health systems and put a huge strain on hospitals and healthcare workers. Prioritizing COVID-19 patients in hospitals caused irreversible harm to cardiac patients. Although multiple studies have shown that ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) patients have worse admission circumstances than before the pandemic, the hospital outcomes of these patients have remained limited. This systematic review and meta-analysis examined STEMI patient outcomes during the COVID-19 epidemic.
Methods: We conducted systematic searches of MEDLINE (through PubMed), Web of Science, Scopus, and Embase through Jan 10, 2021. All studies with reporting in-hospital mortality, length of stay, and door-to-balloon time with over twenty participants were included. Articles without clear definitions or results were excluded. The study followed PRISMA guidelines. The outcomes of interest were door-to-balloon time, death, and hospital stay during COVID-19 pandemic compared prior.
Results: Our meta-analysis included 12 studies and 21170 people (115-6609). The pooled analysis showed significantly more pandemic mortality (OR=1.24; 95% CI: 1.07-1.43). Ten studies (13,091) recorded door-to-balloon times. Door-to-balloon time (in minutes) significantly increased during the pandemic (Standardized Mean Difference [SMD]= 0.46; 95% CI: 0.03-0.89). The length of hospital stay was reported by five studies (n=9448). Length of hospital stay (in days) was not significantly longer during the pandemic than before the outbreak (SMD= 0.04; 95% CI: -0.19-0.26).
Conclusion: The COVID-19 pandemic is associated with increased mortality and door-to-balloon delay that might be attributable to the strict infection control measures in outbreak. Studies with a longer follow-up time are needed to investigate the outcomes of STEMI patients.
The Relapse Rate of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) in Patients Who Discontinue Anti-TNF Therapy: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Authors: Ebrahimi Fatemeh , Torkian Samaneh , Zare-Farashbandi Elahe , Tamizifar Babak
Published: September 2024

Background: Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients who cease anti-tumor necrosis factor (TNF) therapy are at risk of relapse, which is a matter of concern for the medical community. This study aimed to determine the relapse rate of IBD in patients who cease anti- TNF therapy.
Methods: A systematic search of international databases (Medline, Web of Sciences, Scopus, and EMBASE) was conducted until Mar 9th, 2022. The random effects model was used to calculate the IBD relapse rate, accompanied by a 95% confidence interval.
Results: The IBD relapse rate in patients who discontinued anti-TNF therapy was 44%. The pooled IBD-UC and IBD-CD relapse rate in patients who stopped anti-TNF therapy were 43% and 46%, respectively. The studies using infliximab (IFX) showed a pooled IBD relapse rate of 45%, and the IBD relapse rate in the IFX/ADA (Adalimumab) group was 42%. The IBD relapse rate for papers with treatment durations of less than or equal to 12 months was 51%, while for articles with treatment durations of more than 12 months, it was 30%.
Conclusion: This study emphasizes the need for careful evaluation and monitoring of IBD patients who cease anti-TNF therapy, as well as further investigation of alternative treatments for those who exhibit intolerance or inadequate response to anti-TNF therapy.
The Global Prevalence of Sedentary Time in Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Authors: Salari Nader , Ahmadi Mehrab , Ghasemi Hoomanx , Yarani Reza , Mohammadi Masoud
Published: September 2024

Background: We aimed to determine the prevalence of sedentary time in diabetes and metabolic syndrome worldwide via a systematic review and meta-analysis study.
Methods: This study was conducted using the systematic review method following PRISMA 2020 criteria. Searches were conducted in PubMed, Scopus, ScienceDirect, Web of Science, and Google Scholar from January 2000 to December 2022. The heterogeneity of studies was measured using the I2 test.
Results: The prevalence of sedentary time in diabetic patients was 52.3% (CI 95 %:46.2-58.2) and the prevalence of sedentary time in metabolic syndrome was 43.3% (95% CI: 31- 56.5).  Also, the results of subgroup analysis show that the prevalence of inactivity in diabetic women was 60.3% higher than that of diabetic men. The prevalence of inactivity in patients with metabolic syndrome was 28.6% in men and women, respectively.
Conclusion: Sedentary time has a very high prevalence in metabolic syndrome and diabetic patients. In other words, almost half of these patients experience their life patterns. Therefore, effective and efficient efforts to improve activity and exercise in patients with diabetes and metabolic syndrome will have a more effective therapeutic effect and improve their quality of life.
Health Promoting Behaviors among Reproductive Age Women in Serbia: The Results from a National Health Survey
Authors: Todorovic Jovana , Stamenkovic Zeljka , Nesic Dejan , Vojvodic Katarina , Stevanovic Aleksandar , Piperac Pavle , Dugalic Stefan , Gojnic Miroslava , Terzic-Supic Zorica
Published: September 2024

Background: Certain lifestyle characteristics, such as dietary patterns, physical activity, and maintenance of recommended body weight, low-risk alcohol consumption and non-smoking are associated with the lower likelihood for the development of chronic-non communicable disease in the general population. These lifestyles are called health promoting behaviors (HPBs). We aimed to examine the prevalence of the HPBs among the women of reproductive age in Serbia and the factors associated with the compliance with four or more of these behaviors.
Methods: The study was the secondary analysis of the data from the National Health survey in Serbia from 2019 that examined social, health status, mental health (using PHQ-8) and lifestyle characteristics of the general population in Serbia.
Results: The prevalence of compliance with four or more HPBs was 22%. Among the HPBs the most frequent was a non-risky alcohol consumption reported by 2585 participants (99.2%), followed by normal weight (2018-69.2%) and non-smoking (1469-69%), daily fruit and vegetables intake (969-33.2%) and sufficient aerobic PA (216-7.9%). Multivariate logistic regression analysis with four or more HPBs as an outcome variable showed that the association of compliance with four or more HPBs with tertiary education (OR 1.91, 95% CI: 1.32-2.76) use of prescription medications (OR: 0.62, 95% CI: 0.44-0.87) and score on PHQ-8 (OR: 0.88, 95% CI: 0.79-0.98).
Conclusion: There is a need for deeper promotion of health-related behaviors among all educational and vocational groups, including health promotion activities at the primary health care level, which is available to the entire population.
An Empirical Investigation of Organizational Readiness towards Hospital Autonomy
Authors: Kalajahi Riaz Alaei , Ghorbani Mohammad , Arab Mohammad , Jaafaripooyan Ebrahim , Yaseri Mehdi
Published: September 2024

Background: We aimed to investigate Tehran’s University of Medical Sciences (TUMS) affiliated hospitals organizational readiness toward implementing the ‘Autonomous Hospitals’ program as a change initiative from a managerial perspective in 2020.
Methods: A census covering all eligible managers working in TUMS affiliated hospitals, Tehran, Iran (350 individuals) was carried out. Overall, 281 questionnaires were returned (a 30% non-responsiveness rate). A standard construct was adopted for data collection which was validated through a process of translation- back translation, face validity, and content validity (CVI=0.86, CVR=0.76). The reliability was acquired using Cronbach’s alpha coefficient (0.87 and over 0.7). Both descriptive and inferential statistics were employed to draw conclusions .SPSS 26 was used for data analysis.
Result: Total organizational readiness for change (TORC) in hospitals was 60.75%±10.11 showing a state of medium to upper-medium readiness status. Also, the 'Clear mandate and centralized leadership' theme scored the lowest mean (53.02%±15.78) for ORC. 'Hospital accreditation level' (r=-0.14, P≤0.05), ‘bed occupancy rate’ (r=-0.19, P ≤0.05), and 'leadership status' (r=0.26, P≤0.001), also showed significant association with TORC. In addition, 'standardized bed occuPancy rate' (P≤0.05, B=-2.41), a 'male' leader (P ≤0.05, B=3.42), and 'academic affiliation' (P≤0. 1, B=-9.52), were good Predictors of TORC based on ‘Backward Multiple Linear Regression’ analysis.
Conclusion: Full support from hospital and headquarters executives, delegation of sufficient decision-making authority to hospital managers, and implementation of comprehensive performance evaluation criteria were prerequisites for robust hospital autonomy in TUMS-affiliated hospitals.
The Principle of Free Disposition in the Legal Systems of Post-Soviet States
Authors:   Associate Professor of the Department of Theory of State and Law, Ilyukhina Vera A. , Demichev Aleksey A. ,   Professor of the Department of Civil Law and Procedure of the Nizhny Novgorod Academy
Published: September 2024

The article analyzes the principle of discretion in civil proceedings in the states of the post-Soviet space. It has been established that in seven out of fifteen states, including Russia, it has no normative support and is exclusively a doctrinal principle. In eight states, dispositiveness is a principle of civil procedural law. Based on a comparison of the principle of discretion in the states of the post-Soviet space, as well as Russian judicial practice, the expediency of introducing Art. 5.1 “Dispositivity”, its draft is proposed.
Machine learning-based anomaly detection in Android network flows for ransomware identification
Authors: Zawaideh Firas Hanna Salim
Published: September 2024

Ransomware continues to pose a significant challenge as it infiltrates networks and employs advanced techniques to encrypt data. To counteract such adversarial endeavors and mitigate any harm, prompt identification of ransomware operations is imperative. The primary objective of this research was to examine the viability of utilizing machine learning techniques for the identification of irregularities in network flows, specifically focusing on the identification of ransomware within Android ecosystems. The fundamental basis of this study was a comprehensive dataset comprising both benign and malicious instances of network traffic originating from several ransomware families. A neural network model was meticulously constructed and trained using a portion of the dataset, followed by thorough testing on novel data to assess its predictive performance. The model has exceptional performance across all classes, as seen by its high levels of accuracy, precision, recall, and F1 Score. Significantly, the model demonstrates a robust ability to extrapolate findings to several categories of ransomware and benign network activity, indicating its potential as a reliable solution for practical implementation. This study establishes the foundation for future endeavors aimed at enhancing the model, exploring real-time detection alternatives, and integrating with comprehensive security solutions.
Keywords: Android Security; anomaly detection; cybersecurity; ransomware identification; machine learning
El paso del ensayo literario y filosófico al ensayo audiovisual: una aproximación desde la imagen y el montaje cinematográfico
Authors: Silva Rodríguez Manuel
Published: September 2024

Ya que el ensayo literario y filosófico es anterior al ensayo audiovisual, en el artículo se busca identificar cualidades afines y diferencias entre ambas expresiones estéticas, y ahondar en herramientas conceptuales que permiten pensar la especificidad del ensayo audiovisual como modalidad expresiva y comunicativa. La metodología atiende la propia concepción del ensayo como un método, se fundamenta en criterios usualmente utilizados para definir el ensayo y en el contraste con su aplicación en el ámbito cinematográfico. Los hallazgos y las conclusiones resaltan la filosofía del cine de Gilles Deleuze como aporte a la comprensión del ensayo audiovisual en cuanto expresión cinematográfica del pensamiento, la importancia del montaje en la construcción del complejo audiovisual ensayístico y la tensión entre la imagen y la palabra en el film ensayo.
Sobre heroínas y batallas. Representación, agencia y empoderamiento femenino en ¡Aquí están los Montesinos! de Feliciano Padilla
Authors: Leonardo-Loayza Richard , Salazar Mejía Nécker
Published: September 2024

El presente artículo estudia la novela ¡Aquí están los Montesinos! de Feliciano Padilla. Se propone analizar las representaciones que se elaboran de los personajes femeninos que intervienen en la diégesis del texto. Para cumplir ese objetivo se recurre a los estudios de género, las feminidades y la teoría de la agencia. La metodología empleada es de carácter descriptivo-interpretativo. Con nuestro análisis evidenciamos que los personajes femeninos experimentan un proceso de empoderamiento, lo que les permite alcanzar la capacidad de agencia. En otras palabras, en esta novela las mujeres ya no se reconocen más como meros objetos, sino que se convierten en agentes, lo que posibilita que realicen cambios significativos en su vida.
Approaches to Community Conservation for Strengthening Nature Outcomes in East Africa
Authors: Cheeseman Kathryn
Published: September 2024

This rapid evidence review explores the effectiveness of different approaches to community-based conservation (CBC) in East Africa and their role in strengthening nature outcomes, with particular attention to models of community governance, and evidence for the effective alignment of incentives to promote biodiversity. Conservation approaches in East Africa are highly politicised, with historical issues of land exclusion and securitisation resulting from protected area networks, restricting access to natural resources for rural communities whose livelihoods typically depend on them. CBC approaches, which have sought to devolve and democratise centralised natural resource management (NRM) and provide alternative livelihoods and incentives to promote nature outcomes beyond park boundaries, have mixed results.
Matrix nature is an indicator of temperature conditions of suevite formation (on the example of clastic impactites of the Kara meteorite crater)
Authors: Maksimenko N. , Shumilova T.
Published: September 2024

The paper proposes a new approach for the study of suevites formation features — the analysis of temperature conditions of clastic impactites formation based on the analysis of local matrix sintering using materials science methods. Structural and textural features and substance composition of the suevite matrix of the bottom and ejecta facies of the Kara astrobleme are studied. The petrochemical composition of the clastic impactite matrix reflects the composition of the target rocks, it can be complicated with the suevites post-impact altering. Quartz and albite clusters in the matrix have signs of different sintering stages, indicating a strong variety in local temperature conditions of the suevites formation. In this regard, it makes no sense to conclude about a certain temperature of rock formation as a whole. During lithification the suevites of aerodynamic facies the local temperature could reach 1200 °C. The bottom facies had relatively higher temperature formation where the maximum temperatures locally reached 1700 °C. The sintering nature of the suevite matrix is an indicator of the specifics of the formation conditions and can be used to diagnose facies of detrital impactites and to clarify the parameters and scenario of impact events.
ENTRE ARTE E ALFABETOS MANUAIS
Authors: Baalbaki Angela , Cruz Silveira Luciane
Published: September 2024

O presente artigo pretende retomar algumas questões históricas a respeito do surgimento e da utilização de algumas formas de alfabeto manual que foram utilizadas na Espanha renascentista. Para tal, reconstruímos certa historicidade sobre um pintor espanhol surdo que, a despeito das contestações de Aristóteles que negavam a educabilidade do surdo, foi instruído, inicialmente, em um mosteiro jerônimo. Contemporaneamente, dois religiosos, um frei beneditino e outro franciscano, produzem distintos alfabetos manuais, que poderiam ser, entre outros, utilizados por surdos.
COMPUTAÇÃO NA EDUCAÇÃO INFANTIL
Authors: Soares Fabrício , Fernanda da Silva Patrícia
Published: September 2024

Este trabalho apresenta um estudo de caso sobre a formação inicial de um grupo de licenciandos em Pedagogia. Tem como objetivo conhecer as lacunas conceituais dos graduandos em relação à BNCC Computação da Educação Infantil. Igualmente, apresenta a experiência da construção de projetos de ensino utilizando o ScratchJr. Observou-se que a maioria dos alunos, inicialmente, compreendia o conceito de “cultura digital”, contudo, em relação aos termos “mundo digital” e “pensamento computacional”, desconhecia os seus significados. Outro resultado relevante está relacionado ao fato de que os licenciandos perceberam que algumas atividades já realizadas com as crianças nas rotinas escolares, porém, sem a intencionalidade pedagógica, estão previstas nas diretrizes curriculares da BNCC Computação.
CIRANDA DE SUJEITOS E DE AÇÕES
Authors: Andrade Débora , Vilela Domingues Carolina , Vaz Gonçalves Lorena
Published: September 2024

Esse trabalho relata uma experiência de estruturação de um programa de extensão universitária, em instituições pertencentes à Educação Básica e ao terceiro setor, no âmbito de um curso de Licenciatura em Música. Após uma breve contextualização, são apresentados os fundamentos teóricos do trabalho, o conjunto de ações e sujeitos que as desenvolvem e uma análise dos aprendizados decorrentes da colaboração entre a universidade e a comunidade. O relato é concluído com uma autocrítica, que ressalta aspectos do programa a serem melhorados, a partir de ações que permitam a comunidade externa à universidade assumir um maior protagonismo e visibilidade acadêmica.
O PROCESSO DE CRIAÇÃO DE ALTARES DE SANTO ANTÔNIO
Authors: Almeida de Souza Claudio Rafael
Published: September 2024

No dia 13 junho de cada ano, a Igreja Católica celebra o dia de Santo Antônio de Pádua, um dos santos mais populares, venerado não somente em Pádua, onde foi construída uma basílica que acolhe os restos mortais dele, mas no mundo inteiro são estimadas pelos fiéis as imagens e estátuas que o representam com o lírio, símbolo da sua pureza, ou com o Menino Jesus nos braços, que lembram uma aparição milagrosa mencionada por algumas fontes literárias. Nosso artigo revela o processo de criação de altares domésticos para receber a imagem de Santo Antônio da trezena da matriarca da família e devota que realiza a reza em homenagem ao santo por mais de quarenta anos.
O ENTRELAÇAMENTO DA LITERATURA INFANTIL E MATEMÁTICA
Authors: Oliveira Mendonça Rhebeca , Silva de Amorim Maria Cecilia , Quintiliano Carvalho Maria Goretti
Published: September 2024

O presente estudo é um recorte da pesquisa de trabalho de conclusão de curso- TCC de Pedagogia. Tem por objetivo analisar e compreender as possibilidades do entrelaçamento da matemática à literatura infantil. Essa pesquisa é qualitativa de cunho bibliográfico com levantamento de dados e análise de obras literárias pesquisadas, as quais contribuem ou possibilitam o entrelaçamento. Além da pesquisa teórica, foi desenvolvida pesquisa de campo com duas turmas do 2° ano do Ensino Fundamental - fase I, na modalidade presencial em duas instituições, sendo uma pública e a outra particular. Esses momentos foram planejados para a vivência da arte literária e da matemática, sendo estes envolvendo uma obra literária escolhida previamente, a qual, havia sido selecionada pelas especificidades interdisciplinares.  Como resultados, é possível reforçar a importância do conhecimento teórico e a necessidade da constante formação para lidar com as questões de ordem prática, resultantes das proposições, das experiências em prol do ensino e da aprendizagem.
A MUSICOTERAPIA EM FOCO
Authors: De Carli da Silva Giacomo , Pires da Silva Graziela , Perez Gonçalves de Moura Eliana
Published: September 2024

O presente artigo científico traz em seu escopo um pequeno, porém considerável Estado da Arte de pesquisas sobre o tema Musicoterapia, publicadas em 35 revistas científicas. Como método de pesquisa utilizou-se a pesquisa via internet e como abordagem, a pesquisa quantitativa. A investigação objetivou mostrar a incidência que o tema Musicoterapia apresenta nas pesquisas científicas publicadas em 35 revistas científicas. Como questão de pesquisa, a presente investigação lançou a seguinte questão: Qual a incidência de artigos científicos com a temática da Musicoterapia em 35 revistas científicas das áreas da Saúde e da Música/Arte? Como resultado observa-se a escassez de artigos científicos produzidos e publicados em revistas científicas das áreas da saúde e da arte/música.
EDITORIAL
Authors: Wolffenbüttel Cristina Rolim
Published: September 2024

É com grande satisfação que apresentamos a 61ª edição da Revista da Fundarte, dedicada ao tema "Ação e Formação: Caminhos para o Educar e o Fazer em Arte". Nesta edição, exploramos as diversas facetas da educação artística e sua importância na formação de indivíduos críticos e autônomos, tecendo uma trama rica e complexa que conecta diferentes perspectivas e abordagens sobre o papel da arte na educação e na sociedade.
EXPEDIENTE
Authors: Schmitt Coutinho Marco Tulio
Published: September 2024

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Reboisement en Nigeria du Nord
Authors: Sarlin P.
Published: September 2024

Malgré des réserves forestières non négligeables, l'approvisionnement en bois des habitants des zones urbaines du nord du Nigeria pose un problème difficile. La répartition des forêts ne coïncide pas avec la répartition de la population et il est donc nécessaire de procéder à des plantations. La croissance des espèces locales est lente et il faut avoir recours à des espèces exotiques. L'auteur passe en revue les espèces utilisées jusqu'à présent : Cassia siamea, Callitris, Dalbergia sissoo, Gmelina arborea, Teck et Neem. L'eucalyptus et le pin sont également développés.Suit une explication des techniques de reboisement utilisées sur le plateau de Jos. L'exploitation des mines d'étain laisse le sol dévasté et stérile. Des essais ont été effectués pour rendre la terre à nouveau cultivable, mais aucune culture réelle n'a été possible. Par contre, le reboisement, notamment en Eucalyptus, a donné d'excellents résultats.En conclusion, l'auteur aborde les tendances actuelles et futures des études sur le reboisement.
Сучасні класифікації діагностичної візуалізації та фактори ризику для систем інтелектуальної охорони здоров’я з підтримкою 6G
Authors: Раму K. , Крішнамурті Р. , Салім Абу , Сарфараз М. , Сайбаба Ч. М. Х. , Правіна К.
Published: September 2024

Створення інтелектуальних систем охорони здоров’я є життєздатною стратегією для підвищення якості та доступності медичних послуг. Крадіжка персональних даних, витік даних і атаки на відмову в обслуговуванні — це лише деякі з проблем безпеки, що виникли в результаті з’єднання безпроводових мереж і «розумного» медичного обладнання. Безпечна і надійна інтелектуальна система охорони здоров’я, яка здатна захистити дані пацієнтів і зберегти конфіденційність приватної медичної інформації, є особливо важливою в світлі цих вразливостей. Медична діагностика набуває все більшого значення, оскільки обсяг даних, що створюються щодня в інтернеті медичних речей IoMT (Internet-of-Medical Things) з підтримкою 6G, зростає за експоненціальною залежністю. Щоб підвищити точність прогнозування і забезпечити медичну діагностику в режимі реального часу, це дослідження представляє підхід, інтегрований в IoMT з підтримкою 6G, який вимагає меншого втручання людини для багатьох застосувань у сфері охорони здоров’я. Для цього запропонована система поєднує глибоке навчання з методами оптимізації. Архітектура MobileNetV3 використана для вивчення особливостей кожного зображення. Крім того, автори покращили продуктивність алгоритму арифметичної оптимізації AOA (arithmetic optimization algorithm) на основі HGS. Оператори HGS використовуються в новому підході, який отримав назву AOAHG, для підвищення продуктивності AOA при поділі важливої сфери діяльності. Розроблено підхід IoMT з підтримкою 6G, який вимагає меншої кількості людей в медичних установах, але дає швидші результати діагностики. Новий підхід розроблений з метою використання в системах з обмеженими можливостями. Створений AOAHG надає пріоритет найважливішим ознакам і гарантує загальне покращення категоризації моделей. У порівнянні з іншими методологіями, описаними в літературі, результати фреймворку вражаючі. Створений AOAHG також перевершив альтернативні методи файлової системи FS (file system) з точки зору досягнутої точності, прецизійності, пригадування та F1-оцінки. Наприклад, точність AOAHG склала 92,12% з набором даних ISIC, 98,27% з набором даних PH2, 95,24% з набором даних WBC, і 99,84% з набором даних OCT.