bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Objective Evaluation of Mindfulness Breathing via Tablet Application: Effects on Autonomic Nervous System Function in University Students Using Frequency and Chaos Analyses (Preprint)
Authors: Togo Eiichi
Published: January 2025

BACKGROUND

University students face various stresses, including academic and career concerns and diminished interpersonal relationships due to the coronavirus pandemic. These stresses can elevate psychological burdens, negatively affecting their studies and daily lives.

OBJECTIVE

We aimed to objectively evaluate the effects of mindful breathing intervention via a tablet application on university students' mental health using frequency and chaos analyses of finger plethysmogram.

METHODS

Eighteen nursing students (aged 18–22 years) were randomly divided into a mindfulness group (Mi) and a control group (nMi). the experiment included fixed-point and daily measurements. During fixed-point measurements on the first day, the Mi group practiced mindful breathing, while the nMi group stared at a cross on a screen, both undergoing finger plethysmogram measurements. For daily measurements over nine days, the Mi group practiced mindful breathing at home before bed, and the nMi group continued staring at the cross. Measurements were taken on days 1 and 9.

RESULTS

The Mi group showed a significant increase in pulse wave amplitude values over time (P<.01), while the nMi group showed a decrease (P<.01). chaotic nonlinear dynamics were confirmed in both groups, with the Lyapunov exponent (λ1) high in the Mi group’s fixed-point measurement but decreasing in daily measurements. The fractal dimension was slightly higher in the Mi group than in the nMi group. However, in the chaos analysis, no significant differences were found in the changes over time or in the comparison between groups.

CONCLUSIONS

Frequency Analysis results indicate gradual suppression of sympathetic nerve activity through mindful breathing. Based on λ1, mindful breathing initially increases autonomic nerve activity and fluctuation in pulse wave amplitude but stabilizes autonomic nerve balance with continued practice, leading to relaxation. The fractal dimension results suggest mindful breathing enhances the complexity of the autonomic nervous system.

CLINICALTRIAL

UMIN-CTR Clinical Trials Registry UMIN000056166; https://center6.umin.ac.jp/cgi-open-bin/ctr/ctr_view_his.cgi
Evaluation of PHILHEALTH KONSULTA PROGRAM Implementation: Perspective of Selected Accredited Konsulta Providers in Nueva Ecija
Authors: Pelayo Giezel M. , Cruz Trisha T. Dela , Israel Irene Claire D. , Jacinto Maila A. , E.Balaria Felipe
Published: January 2025

This study entitled Evaluation of the implementation of PHILHEALTH KONSULTA PROGRAM: perspective of selected accredited konsulta providers in Nueva Ecija utilized descriptive-quantitative research design. The researchers selected twenty-two PhilHealth Konsulta accredited providers in Nueva Ecija using purposive sampling. According to the report, the PhilHealth Konsulta Program in Nueva Ecija reveals a complicated terrain of implementation, efficacy, and areas for improvement. Even though the program can potentially improve healthcare quality and access, especially in impoverished areas, issues including system dependability, timely reimbursements, and financial management still exist. Stakeholders stress the need for evidence of better health outcomes, adherence to clinical guidelines, and increased patient satisfaction. To guarantee equal access to high-quality healthcare, the study promotes targeted initiatives to improve care standards and operational effectiveness, emphasizing the value of cooperation between communities, governmental organizations, and medical professionals. Effective program adaptation to changing public health requirements and goal achievement depends on ongoing monitoring and assessment.
Impact of micronutrient spray on growth, bulb yield and economics of onion
Authors: Choudhary Desh Raj , Kumar Rajesh , Kumar Ajay , Hooda Vikash , Saini K. S.
Published: January 2025

Present experiment was conducted as on-farm testing at farmers’ field during Rabi season of 2022-23 and 2023-24 to assess the impact of micronutrient spray on growth, bulb yield and economics of onion crop. Two treatments i.e. T1- Farmers’ practice (without spray) and T2- foliar spray of micronutrient replicated at five farmers field of Jhajjar district. Micronutrients were applied through foliar spray of multiplex general liquid 2.5 ml/ litre (625 ml/ ha) which contains Zn 9%, Fe 8%, Mn 0.50%, Cu 0.50% and Bo 0.25% after one month of transplanting and at bulb formation stage of the onion. The use of micronutrient as foliar spray was found effective in T2 treatment the significantly highest plant height (68.35 & 69.10 cm), number of leaves (6.80 & 6.95), bulb weight (55.38 & 58.80 g) and bulb yield (307.90 & 311.80 q/ha) during 2022-23 and 2023-24, respectively. Maximum net return (₹ 110367 & 211270/ ha) and benefit cost ratio (1.96 & 2.82) were recorded in the treatment T2 whereas, in farmers’ practices were found net return (₹ 88428 & 176530/ ha) and BC ratio (1.79 & 2.55), respectively during both the year of study. Therefore, the use of micronutrient application to be increases the production and recommended for onion cultivation.
Plantas medicinais e a produção de tecnologias negrorreferenciadas na formação docente em Ciências/Química
Authors: Faustino Gustavo Augusto Assis , Bernardes Clarissa Alves Carneiro , Vargas Regina Nobre , Silva Thatianny Alves de Lima Silva , Ruela Brunno André Ruela , Costa Fernando Rocha da Costa , Camargo Marysson Jonas Rodrigues Camargo , Benite Anna Maria Canavarro Benite
Published: January 2025

O currículo pode refletir e reproduzir diferentes sistemas de opressão. Dessa forma, urge a necessidade de trabalhar temáticas vinculadas às relações étnico-raciais na formação inicial e continuada de professores/as, por meio do deslocamento epistêmico ancorado na interculturalidade. Com elementos de uma pesquisa participante, nosso objetivo neste trabalho foi analisar e caracterizar o processo formativo dos/as pós-graduandos/as no desenvolvimento de um seminário, como etapa avaliativa da disciplina, no que diz respeito aos conhecimentos tradicionais sobre as plantas medicinais. Nossos resultados mostram a necessidade de superação das limitações impostas por uma visão eurocêntrica da realidade, principalmente na importância de discutir sobre os conhecimentos e tecnologias africanas e afrodiaspóricas na formação docente. Além disso, reconhecemos o quão importante é discutir sobre a produção de Ciência e Tecnologia Negrorreferenciadas. Dessa forma, nossos resultados mostram também a possibilidade de se trabalhar com os/as docentes de Ciências estratégias teórico-metodológicas que viabilizem o deslocamento epistêmico. Por fim, nossos resultados mostram que processos formativos como este parecem ter cumprido sua função social ao instigarem estes docentes em Ciências/Química a buscarem, para além do modelo engessado da sua formação, possibilidades de debater as tecnologias negrorreferenciadas nos currículos escolares.
Relational dynamics and Page-Wootters formalism in group field theory
Authors: Calcinari Andrea , Gielen Steffen
Published: January 2025

Group field theory posits that spacetime is emergent and is hence defined without any background notion of space or time; dynamical questions are formulated in relational terms, in particular using (scalar) matter degrees of freedom as time. Unlike in canonical quantisation of gravitational systems, there is no obvious notion of coordinate transformations or constraints, and established quantisation methods cannot be directly applied. As a result, different canonical formalisms for group field theory have been discussed in the literature. We address these issues using a parametrised version of group field theory, in which all (geometry and matter) degrees of freedom evolve in a fiducial parameter. There is a constraint associated to the freedom of reparametrisation and the Dirac quantisation programme can be implemented. Using the "trinity of relational dynamics", we show that the resulting "clock-neutral" theory is entirely equivalent to a deparametrised canonical group field theory, interpreted in terms of the Page-Wootters formalism. Our results not only show that the deparametrised quantisation is fully covariant and can be seen as encoding the dynamics of joint quantum matter and geometry degrees of freedom, they also appear to be the first application of the Page-Wootters formalism directly to non-perturbative quantum gravity. We show extensions to a setting in which many independent gauge symmetries are introduced, which connects to the "multi-fingered time" idea in quantum gravity and provides a somewhat novel extension of the Page-Wootters formalism.
EXPERIENCIAS DEL JUEGO EN NIÑOS DE 5 A 6 AÑOS PERTENECIENTES A UNA INSTITUCIÓN EDUCATIVA DE BOGOTÁ
Authors: Ramírez Salazar Erika Tatiana , Benavides Piarpusan Martha Lucía , Vargas Gómez Yenny Patricia
Published: January 2025

El juego es una herramienta de gran relevancia para el desarrollo integral de los niños, puesto que se encuentra presente en su vida desde los primeros años de vida y continua presente a lo largo de su historia, facilitando así los procesos de socialización, comunicación y de aprendizaje. El principal objetivo de esta investigación ha sido comprender las experiencias del juego en los niños y niñas de 5 a 6 años, en una institución educativa de la localidad de Engativá de la ciudad de Bogotá. A partir de este objetivo inicial, se han establecido ciertos objetivos específicos: a) identificar los referentes teóricos y conceptuales actuales en las experiencias del juego en niños y niñas de 5 a 6 años, estableciendo categorías de análisis para responder el tema de investigación; b) categorizar los datos obtenidos a través de la información recolectada en niños y niñas de 5 a 6 años; c) analizar las experiencias del juego en los niños y las niñas de 5 a 6 años, en una institución educativa de la localidad de Engativá de la ciudad de Bogotá. Para ello, se llevó a cabo un estudio con enfoque cualitativo corte fenomenológico, realizando una entrevista a profundidad, teniendo en cuenta unas categorías de análisis a 12 niños entre los 5 a 6 años de edad, se concluye que el juego es una actividad que amplía el conocimiento de la vida, siendo crucial para el desarrollo físico, psicológico y del aprendizaje convirtiéndose una herramienta para expresar sentimientos, emociones y pensamientos.
Determining geometric parameters of industrial overhead cranes' tracks through the coordinate method
Authors: Nikonov A.V.
Published: January 2025

The article deals with the requirements of regulatory documents as to tolerances for the overhead crane’s rail tracks position. The current federal standards and rules Safety Rules for Hazardous Industrial Facilities Using Lifting Structures do not provide for tolerances of the straight track, although excessive curvature of the rail can lead to the crane’s wheels and guides abrasion, and problems with its free movement. The author considers the features of the coordinate method at surveying an overhead crane way of 343 m long. The advantage of the chosen technique is that it simultaneously obtains data on the planned and elevated position of the rails and under-crane structures. The algorithm for processing the survey results in Microsoft Excel software is given. It is proposed to construct an approximating straight line based on the survey points, relative to which the straightness of the rail is controlled. Using this technology enables abandoning alignment measurements, and substitute geometric leveling for trigonometric one. With that method, it is possible to speed up the process of controlling the crane track’s geometry
Shareholders engagement and annual general meetings of Australian listed companies: An empirical analysis of corporate governance
Authors: Shah Syed Naveed Ul Hassan , Li Yongqiang
Published: January 2025

The shareholders use their voting rights to voice their corporate concerns at annual general meetings (AGMs) (Hewitt, 2011) and shareholders’ meaningful engagement at AGMs is important (Australian Securities and Investments Commission [ASIC], 2018a, 2019). This study aims to empirically analyse shareholders’ engagement in corporate decision-making at AGMs of Australian listed companies. This study addresses the question of the magnitude of shareholders’ engagement in the corporate decision-making process by exercising their voting rights within Australian listed companies. Shareholders’ voting behaviour was empirically analysed from hand-collected data for 610 AGMs from a sample of 122 Australian listed companies from 2014 to 2018’s AGMs seasons. The findings of this study show that companies preferred to decide on resolutions in a poll instead of a show of hands, voting through proxies increased by an average of 4.75 percent, shareholders physical presence at AGMs decreased by an average of 0.69 percent and on average, 33.98 percent shareholders have not participated in the decision-making process. The issues with shareholder engagement at AGMs need to be re-examined to understand the factors shareholders consider while voting. Company decision-makers need to reconsider the role of shareholders at AGMs.
Monitoring and quantification of rural urbanisation: Case of Arris and Theniet Elabed, Algeria
Authors: Soto Sabrina , Hamouda Abida , Rebah Halim
Published: January 2025

In recent decades, rural agglomerations in the Aur?s (Algeria) have undergone
an to increasing human pressure and major transformations within an
uncontrolled urbanization leading not only to a loss of natural and
agricultural areas but an intensive artificialization of ecosystems as
well. Regular monitoring of urban growth and updated data of the present
state of land use are key steps for any action striving for sustainability
in the Aur?s region. The main objective of this research is to assess and
quantify the spatial growth of two rural communities of the Aur?s: Arris and
Teniet El Abed during the period 1992 - 2022, through a quantitative
approach based on the use of multi- date satellite images and the
application of landscape metrics. The results reveal a clear unevenly
expansion of the urban fabric, with varying rates depending on the period
considered, but a bit faster during the period (2002 - 2013). In addition,
it appears that development of the urban patch followed at first a
continuous mode of spatial growth, then transitioned to a more scattered and
fragmented urban form. The study conclusions are not only useful for
developing and implementing national policies and programs, but also for
assessing and monitoring progress seeking achievement towards Sustainable
Development Goals.
Current agritourism literature: What methods did researchers prefer?
Authors: Starman Ana , Pavic Lazar
Published: January 2025

Agritourism is a common diversification strategy of farms and an important
research topic, especially considering sustainable rural development. This
study analysed current scientific literature (2019-2023) in the field of
agritourism from the perspective of methodology. Publications from five
scientific journals which were identified as the most relevant for this
field of research, were analysed. Articles with keywords agritourism or
agri-tourism in the title were selected and a sample of 53 articles was
identified. Articles were grouped into studies focused on secondary data
analysis and original studies which were further categorized based on
research choices, primary data collection methods and sampling techniques.
It was found that 10 articles focused on secondary data analysis, whilst
more than 80% of research was original. More than half of original
scientific studies opted for quantitative data collection and analysis,
followed by qualitative methods (28%), mixed model (9%) and mixed methods
(7%). The questionnaire method was identified as the main data collection
technique in current agritourism literature. Although, pilot testing was
rarely conducted. Current literature on agritourism doesn?t seem to be
focused on generalising the findings, as non-probability sampling
techniques were more frequently selected than probability sampling. Other
than questionnaires, in-depth interviews, structured observation,
participant observation and semi-structured interviews were used for
collecting data. However, the type of interview or observation were not
always specified. Approximately 13.2% of publications in the sample
researched agritourism from an international context. By reviewing current
agritourism literature, our aim was to present its focus from the
methodology perspective, thus contributing to a clearer understanding of
research directions in the agritourism scientific field.
Characteristics, distribution patterns and efforts to handle macroplastic waste on the border of the Musi river, Palembang city, Indonesia
Authors: Putri Mega , Utaya Sugeng , Sumarmi S , Bachri Syamsul
Published: January 2025

The research aims to identify the characteristics of waste generation and its
composition, map the distribution of macroplastic waste generation and
efforts to reduce waste generation through the use of plastic. The method
used is a survey with a quantitative descriptive approach. The research
subject was the generation of macroplastic plastic waste located on river
borders, and the research sample was determined using purposive sampling.
Data collection techniques use documentation and survey instruments as
check-lists to record waste generation found on river borders. Data analysis
was carried out descriptively using frequency tables and Near Neighborhood
Analysis. The research results show that the amount of waste generation and
composition continues to increase yearly. A lot of rubbish was not recorded
and was found scattered around their house. The composition of
macroplastics (MP) found consisted of drinking bottles, plastic bags, food
wrappers, industrial packaging (such as detergent, soap, fragrance, snacks,
shampoo), straws, plastic carpets, cement-packed sandals, styrofoam lunch
boxes and other types of other types that are difficult to identify. The
distribution of macroplastic waste generation shows an evenly distributed
pattern in each subdistrict in Palembang City. Efforts are being made to
reduce the generation of macroplastic waste, making temporary dump sites
scattered in public places, using plastic floating in small rivers to
collect macroplastic waste, distinguishing between organic and non-organic
waste, and carrying out river restoration. Musi River restoration is
carried out every year and involves all government agencies, Pertamina,
youth, and volunteers from various communities.
Analysis of factors influencing innovation and entrepreneurship education based on analytic hierarchy process
Authors: Xianchao Zhou , Yanbo Cheng
Published: January 2025

Innovation and entrepreneurship education (IEE) is a crucial pathway to
enhance college students' innovation abilities and entrepreneurial spirit.
This study employs the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) to quantitatively
analyze key factors influencing IEE in higher education, including policy
support, teaching methods, teacher quality, student entrepreneurial
motivation, and the external environment. The primary objective is to
accurately calculate the weights of these factors and provide specific
reference data. Our results show that government funding support is the
most critical factor, followed by policy orientation, teaching methods,
project-based learning, and teacher entrepreneurial experience. These five
indicators account for 72% of the total weight of all factors. By
quantifying the importance of these key factors through the AHP model, our
findings validate existing research and offer specific scientific data for
policy-making and teaching method optimization. This quantitative approach
enhances the accuracy and reliability of results compared to previous
studies, highlighting the importance of systematic and scientific analysis
for understanding and optimizing complex educational systems. This study
underscores the core role of government funding in IEE, providing new
perspectives for future policy-making and educational strategies. It makes
significant contributions to the field of IEE and emphasizes the importance
of global educational innovation and reform.
Public services in spatial plans: Key problems and dillemas
Authors: Zivanovic Zora , Popovic Vladimir
Published: January 2025

As an integral part of spatial plans at all territorial levels, public
services represent a segment of the broader field that encompasses both the
population and the settlement network of a given area. The diversity of
approaches to the treatment of the "public services" segment in practice,
even within spatial plans at the same territorial levels, reflects the lack
of a basic consensus on how this issue should be addressed.
Methodologically based on a comparative analysis of spatial plans at the
national, regional, and local levels, the subject of the paper is defined
as the way this segment is handled in spatial plans across different
territorial levels. This includes the chronological evolution of recognizing
the significance of this segment, the methodological and substantive
uniformity of its treatment at various planning levels, as well as the
representation of its sub-segments and similar concepts. The goal of the
paper is to identify and summarize key issues and ambiguities, serving as a
starting point for directing further efforts toward improving the quality
and relevance of spatial planning practice in this segment.
Tivat’s urban regeneration-from arsenal to Porto Montenegro
Authors: Martinovic Ksenija
Published: January 2025

This paper examines how and to what extent urban regeneration works in
practice through the lens of Tivat?s regeneration. The paper enlightens
Tivat?s economic and physical transformations from the town know as a base
of the Naval-shipyard ?Arsenal? to the nautical-touristic complex ?Porto
Montenegro?. Since its development in 1889, Arsenal became the main employer
in town and shaped the town?s identity. Arsenal employed experienced
skilled workers, mostly engineers and craftsmen, and enjoyed an
international reputation for a quality ship repair (Radovic, 2015). In
1990?s, the turbulent political and economic situation in ex-Yugoslavia
countries and UN sanctions resulted with a decrease of demand and the
downfall of Arsenal resulted with decline of Tivat?s economy. Additionally,
Montenegro was making strategic turnover from a socialist centrally planned
to an open market economy. Montenegro wanted to attract inward investments
and create an image of an attractive tourist destination that would result
with economic revitalization. These circumstances led to the Montenegrin
government decision to sell Arsenal to a private investor who showed the
initiative to transform it and create the nautical resort ?Porto
Montenegro?. Regeneration of Tivat, in terms of its vision, seems to be a
successful story - the town?s image was changed, Arsenal?s site became a
part of wider urban tissue, and new economic opportunities were made.
However, this regeneration did not go without negative consequences,
including the displacement of skilled workers, social exclusion and missed
opportunity to reintegrate the urban fabric and reconnect the town with the
sea.
Rules for maximum permissible exposure for pulses in a train of multiple pulses
Authors: Campbell Charles E.
Published: January 2025

Purpose: This paper analyzes the performance of the three rules given in ANSI Z136.1-2022—American National Standard for the Safe Use of Lasers—to set radiant exposure limits on pulses comprising a train of pulses on five example pulse trains to see whether the third rule, rule 3, is actually needed to ensure ocular safety. Method: A thermal eye model is used to calculate the temperature versus exposure time and the thermal damage integral for each of the five pulse trains using the pulse limit set using only rules 1 and 2 and then using the limit set by using rule 3. In addition, the temperature versus exposure time and the thermal damage integral are calculated for continuous exposure for the duration of the pulse train at the maximum permissible exposure, MPE. Conclusion: For cases where the limit was set using rule 1, the total radiant exposure for the pulse train was always less than the safe radiant exposure of the continuous exposure for the duration of the pulse train. For cases where the radiant exposure limit found using rule 2 was smaller than the MPE for a single pulse (the rule 1 limit), the total radiant exposure for the pulse train is always equal to that of the continuous exposure, a radiant exposure that is known to provide retinal thermal safety. The conclusion is that rule 3 is never needed to ensure retinal thermal safety and should be removed from the standard.
Efficiency and the common good: a necessary bond
Authors: Arancibia-Collao Fernando , Edwards Gonzalo , Hodge Cristián , Zurita Felipe
Published: January 2025

The central issue of the article is the interrelation between the common good and economic efficiency. We want to argue that 1) an interrelation between the idea of common good and the conception of economic efficiency is possible, and 2) that this interrelation is fruitful and constructive for the use of an ethically informed concept of economic efficiency that can be useful in public policy analysis. To this goal, 1) we will analyze various concepts of the common good in the literature; 2) we will carry out an exercise of theoretical interrelation between economic efficiency and the common good.
Carta al editor relacionada con el articulo Satisfacción académica , funcionamiento familiar, apoyo social y estrategias de aprendizaje
Authors: Quiroz Avilés Mirtha Teresa
Published: January 2025

El artículo presenta importantes hallazgos respecto a la influencia de la satisfacción académica, así como variables de tipo familiar, social y estratégica para el logro del cumplimiento de metas y objetivos que deriven en un proceso exitoso de aprendizaje académico.
Особенности учета отложенных налоговых активов и обязательств при стоимостной оценке бизнеса
Authors: Захматов Дмитрий
Published: January 2025

Автором рассмотрены актуальные вопросы определения необходимости и порядка корректировки величин отложенных активов и обязательств (ОНА-ОНО) в рамках стоимостной оценки долей и пакетов акций предприятий в аспектах правового обоснования, экономического содержания, гармонизации с нормами законодательства об оценочной деятельности, а также выбора оценочных подходов. В статье приводится анализ теории и практики включения в периметр исследований оценщиков способов и уместности применения учета в оценке упомянутых активов и обязательств. Целью исследования является выработка обоснованных критериев и предложение способов обоснованного определения ценности отложенных активов и обязательств в рамках оценки стоимости бизнеса как для использования в профессиональной деятельности оценщиков, так и в рамках работы аналитиков, исследователей, экономистов, слушателей высших учебных заведений экономического профиля.
Determinación de la capacidad de remoción de cromo hexavalente en suelo usando Helianthus annuus gigante y belleza otoñal
Authors:   , Hernández Bobadilla Ana Lilia
Published: January 2025

This research paper proposes a treatment technique to attend the contaminated soils issue with hexavalent chromium (Cr (VI)), which causes significant damage to the environment, as well as to humans due to its high toxicity and permanence. Therefore, in this research a phytoremediation process was evaluated as an alternative to treat a contaminated soil with Cr (VI), due to several advantages; low application cost, good efficiency and that it does not require specialized personnel to carry it out, since it can be carried out with conventional agronomic practices. Therefore, in this research, the efficiency of phytoremediation processes applied to soil conditioned with Cr (VI) was evaluated, using the species Helianthus annuus, in its autumn beauty and giant variants, in a period of 8 to 10 weeks. Two phytoremediation processes were evaluated per species, where one of them had the variant of having the presence of Pseudomonas sp. in one of them, by addition. During the processes, the concentration of Cr (VI) in the underground and aerial parts of the used plants was determined, in each of the 4 processes. The phytoremediation systems had an initial Cr (VI) concentration of 90.63 ± 0.018 mg kg-1, for H. annuus autumn beauty a removal of 80.17% was obtained and 54.72% for H. annuus giant, at 10 weeks, both in Pseudomonas sp. Absence. In the case of phytoremediation systems in the presence of this microorganism, an initial concentration of 93.15 ± 0.03 mg kg-1 was used where for the case of H. annuus autumn beauty for week 10 it was possible to remove 87.12% of the initial concentration and 57.53% of the initial concentration for H. annuus giant. For the above, it is demonstrated that H. annuus giant is more efficient in the absence of Pseudomonas sp., opposite case the autumn beauty species where it obtained a greater removal after 10 weeks in the presence of microorganism. Because of the above, the proposal to use the phytoremediation technique to contaminated soils with Cr (VI) is viable, since H. annuus demonstrated high efficiency in removing Cr (VI) present in the soil.
SINIF ÖĞRETMENLERİNİN ÖĞRENCİLERİN KÜLTÜREL OKURYAZARLIĞINI GELİŞTİRMEYİ SAĞLAMAK İÇİN GEREKSİNİM VE ÖNERİLERİ
Authors: Elmas Ahlatçıoğlu Merve , Gök Bilge
Published: January 2025

Bu araştırmada sınıf öğretmenlerinin öğrencilerin kültürel okuryazarlığını geliştirmeyi sağlamak için yeterliliklerinin, gereksinimlerinin ve önerilerinin ortaya çıkarılması amaçlanmıştır. Bu amaç doğrultusunda araştırmada nitel araştırma yöntemi desenlerinden biri olan durum çalışması kullanılmıştır. Araştırmanın çalışma grubunu 2023-2024 eğitim ve öğretim yılında çeşitli özel ve devlet ilkokullarında görev yapan ve Ankara şehir merkezinde yer alan bir devlet üniversitesinin sınıf eğitimi yüksek lisans ve doktora programında öğrenim gören 10 sınıf öğretmeni oluşturmaktadır. Araştırmada veriler yarı yapılandırılmış görüşme formu ile toplanmıştır. Toplanan verilerin analizinde içerik analizi kullanılmıştır. Sonuç olarak öğrencilerin kültürel okuryazarlığını geliştirmek için bazı öğretmenler kendilerini yeterli görürken, bazıları ise orta düzeyde yeterli görmektedir. Öğretmenlerin öğrencilerin kültürel okuryazarlığını geliştirmek için bilgiye, uygulamaya/deneyime ve imkanlara yönelik gereksinimleri olduğu ortaya çıkarılmıştır. Gereksinimlere ilişkin ortaya çıkarılan bu üç alan doğrultusunda katılımcılar öğretmenlere, okul yönetimine ve velilere, Milli Eğitim Bakanlığına ve üniversitelere, Kültür ve Turizm Bakanlığı ve Belediyelere yönelik öneriler sunmuştur.
Optical and energy properties of CdSe1-xSx thin films obtained by the method of high-frequency magnetron sputtering
Authors: Kashuba Andrii I. , Andriyevsky Bohdan , Ilchuk Hryhorii , Semkiv Ihor , Andriyevska Ludmila , Moroz Iryna
Published: January 2025

CdSe1-xSx (x = 0, 0.3, 0.4, 0.6, and 1) thin films were deposited on a quartz and silicon substrate using high-frequency magnetron sputtering. X-ray diffraction analysis estimated that the CdSe1-xSx thin films are crystallized in a hexagonal structure [structure type – ZnO, space group P63mc (No. 186)]. Spectral dependence of the optical transmittance between 300 and 1500 nm of the obtained thin films at room temperature was measured. Normalized integral optical transmittance, optical band gap, spin-orbit splitting, and the value of the bowing parameter of the CdSe1-xSx thin films are determined. The values of the optical band gaps for CdSe1-xSx thin films were estimated using the two methods (by Tauc plot and dT/dλ). Concentration dependences of the energy gaps connected with the leading optical transitions in CdSe1-xSx (Г8v–Г6c, Г7v–Г6c) and spin-orbit splitting are studied. It is shown that the concentration dependences of main optical transitions are quadratic. The principal explanation for this seems to be the Burstein–Moss effect, which is caused by the doping atoms' excess carriers (electrons and holes).
Enteral nutrition strategies in high-risk newborns
Authors: Cinková Nikola , Šrojtová Petra , Letenayová Ivana , Doboš Dušan , Brucknerová Jana , Mičevová Jana , Dolníková Dana , Brucknerová Ingrid
Published: January 2025

Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is one of the most devastating intestinal disorders in neonates, yet the pathophysiology remains incompletely understood. Prematurity, bacterial dysmicrobia, intestinal ischemia and enteral nutrition are considered to be the fundamental risk factors for the development of necrotizing enterocolitis. Various feeding practices are being studied with the aim to find the best approach to protect infants from the necrotizing enterocolitis. In the group of high-risk neonates, the common practice of delayed introduction of enteral feeding has long been considered as a good rationale. However, in recent years, the importance of enteral nutrition has been extensively studied and it is suggested that minimal enteral feeding may play a beneficial role in the prevention of the disease. Studies proved that the absence of enteral nutrition is associated with intestinal mucosal atrophy, diminished intestinal growth, delayed maturation of intestinal enzymes and increased permeability and bacterial translocation. Minimal enteral feeding can on the other hand stimulate the development of the immature gastrointestinal tract and reduce systemic inflammatory responses by promoting proliferation of gut microbial diversity.
Citation Concept Analysis (CCA) of concepts introduced by Pierre Bourdieu: Measuring their impact across fields and periods
Authors: Bornmann Lutz , Crothers Charles , Haunschild Robin
Published: January 2025

Purpose

Citations can be used in evaluative bibliometrics to measure the impact of papers. However, citation analysis can be extended by a multi-dimensional perspective on citation impact which is intended to receive more specific information about the kind of received impact.

Design/methodology/approach

Bornmann, Wray, and Haunschild (2019) introduced citation concept analysis (CCA) for capturing the importance and usefulness certain concepts have in subsequent research. The method is based on the analysis of citances – the contexts of citations in citing papers. This study applies the method by investigating the impact of various concepts introduced in the oeuvre of the world-leading French sociologist Pierre Bourdieu.

Findings

We found that the most cited concepts are ‘social capital’ (with about 34% of the citances in the citing papers), ‘cultural capital’, and ‘habitus’ (both with about 24%). On the other hand, the concepts ‘doxa’ and ‘reflexivity’ score only about 1% each.

Research limitations

The formulation of search terms for identifying the concepts in the data and the citation context coverage are the most important limitations of the study.

Practical implications

The results of this explorative study reflect the historical development of Bourdieu’s thought and its interface with different fields of study.

Originality/value

The study demonstrates the high explanatory power of the CCA method.
Optimisation and Synthesis of Single Blade Vibration Motion in Airflow
Authors: Beresnevics V. , Viba J. , Irbe M. , Cerpinska M. , Vutukuru S.K.
Published: January 2025

The study focuses on wind flow energy harvesting technology utilising the vibration method. The one-degree-of-freedom mathematical model comprises a flat plate connected to a foundation via an elastic element, subjected to airflow induced by the wind. Energy accumulation occurs within a generator. The braking force exerted by the generator can assume a constant, linear, or non-linear relationship with plate velocity. Oscillation motion is induced by altering the plate area within each oscillation cycle, with maximum area exposure to the windward motion and minimum during leeward movement. Control switches, functioning as level functions, facilitate motion synthesis and simulation by simplifying the description of plate area and generator switching control in the phase plane. Additionally, a control switching delay is introduced for plate area variation, described in terms of velocity and coordinate levels. The paper presents computer simulation results in the form of phase diagrams and time responses, followed by an analysis of generated power and energy extraction efficiency.
Mould Resistance of Paper Plaster Made from Cellulose-Containing Waste
Authors: Raamets J. , Nutt N. , Rudisaar R. , Nei L. , Olle M.
Published: January 2025

The objective of this study was to determine mould resistance of the plaster made from waste paper. To study the plaster quality, two laboratory tests were conducted. First, mould resistance of a dry plaster was studied, and second, mould resistance of a wet plaster was tested. Since wet plaster mix must be used for plastering, the resulting surfaces are extremely wet. The plaster placed on the wall would dry for at least two weeks under favourable conditions (sufficient ventilation and temperature). During this period, there is a great risk that the plaster might become mouldy. Another risk of becoming mouldy occurs when an already plastered wall receives moisture (e.g., water damage). The experiments carried out under laboratory conditions showed that in an environment with high relative humidity the plaster did not become mouldy.
Analysis of Spatial Dependence Using the Wave Covariance Structure in Soybean Productivity Associated With Soil Attributes
Authors: Silva Amilton Luciano Garcia da , Uribe-Opazo Miguel Angel , Dalposso Gustavo Henrique , Guedes Luciana Pagliosa Carvalho , Maltauro Tamara Cantu
Published: January 2025

Objective: The aim of this study is to investigate the interaction between soybean yield and the physical and chemical attributes of the soil, with the goal of developing techniques used in precision agriculture to increase productivity, reduce costs, and minimize environmental impacts.
 
Theoretical Framework: This work is based on the principles of geostatistics, particularly the Wave spatial dependence structure, which is used to model the semivariance function when it exhibits the "hole effect."
 
Method: The research involves a study of soybean yield conducted in a commercial area of 172.04 hectares during the 2022/2023 growing season. Calcium (Ca), copper (Cu), acidity (pH), potassium (K), phosphorus (P), and soil penetration resistance (SPR) levels were used as covariates to explain soybean yield (Prod) through a Gaussian linear spatial model (GLSM). The Thin Plate Spline (TPS) interpolation method was applied to interpolate the physical and chemical soil attributes, considered as fixed covariates, while soybean yield was interpolated using External Drift Kriging (EDK) based on the GLSM. Additionally, techniques for local influence diagnostics were developed and applied to identify observations impacting the results, utilizing the Wave geostatistical model.
 
Results and Discussion: The results revealed that the generated soybean yield map provides important information for defining management zones, optimizing input use, and promoting greater profitability. Furthermore, the removal of locally influential observations alters parameter estimation, the significance of parameters associated with the covariates in the GLSM, and the construction of the interpolated soybean yield map. In the discussion, the results were contextualized in light of the theoretical framework, emphasizing the relevance of the Wave structure and the integration of interpolation techniques in the study of spatial variability.
 
Research Implications: The practical and theoretical implications of this research include improvements in agricultural management by providing support for the delineation of management zones that balance productivity and sustainability. Theoretically, the study contributes to advancing the use of geostatistical models, such as the Wave model, in the analysis of spatial data in precision agriculture.
 
Originality/Value: This study contributes to the literature by exploring the application of the Wave model in an agricultural context, combined with the use of interpolation techniques and local influence diagnostics. Its originality lies in the methodological combination of spatial interpolators and the development of local influence techniques.
Effect of Starch And Propolis Films On Post-Harvest Conservation of Tommy Atkins Mango
Authors: Silva Sara Paixão da , Mendes Marianne Louise Marinho , Carvalho Paulo Gustavo Serafim de
Published: January 2025

Objective: Develop protective films of cornstarch incorporated with propolis extract to preserve Tommy Atkins mango post-harvest.
 
Method: The fruits were immersed in eight coatings of different proportions of starch and propolis extract and stored for evaluation every 3 days for 15 days, at the Laboratory of Teaching and Research in Food Analysis of the University of Pernambuco, Petrolina Campus. To evaluate their quality, the following were determined: mass loss, pulp firmness, pH, titratable acidity, soluble solids, SST/ATT ratio, determination of ascorbic acid, moisture, and characteristics of skin color and appearance. The results were analyzed using Jamovi software.
 
Results and Discussion: Pronounced effects were observed on firmness, weight loss, soluble solids, moisture, skin color and appearance. However, analyses of pH, total acidity and vitamin C showed no significant difference in the preservation of the quality of the mangoes. Furthermore, the treatment that best preserved the physical-chemical and sensory characteristics of the fruits was 5% starch added to 2.5% propolis extract, followed by coating with only 5% starch.
 
Research Implications: The implications highlighted are discussed in food technology, covering solutions for sustainable agriculture, food conservation with the potential to provide food security, objectives present in the 2030 agenda.
 
Originality: This study has an innovative approach. Its relevance is proven by the functionality of the film, which gives the fruit better quality, in addition to providing an economic, social and cultural impact for the region, benefiting the farmer, the domestic and foreign markets and the consumer.
Factors Associated With Positive Mental Health in Women: Systematic Review
Authors: Vera Linda Katherine Calderón , Soto Cecilia María Díaz , Arango Doris Cardona , Arroyave Cristóbal Muñoz
Published: January 2025

Introduction: Knowledge of factors associated with Positive Mental Health in women helps define the necessary elements for mental health promotion.
 
Objective: To determine the factors associated with positive mental health in women according to observational studies from 2000 to August 2020.
 
Method: Following the PRISMA protocol, a systematic search was conducted for empirical studies published in P PubMed, SpringerLink, Taylor & Francis, Google scholar ScienceDirect, Scopus y Dialnet between 2000 and August 2020. The search was limited to observational studies. in English. The descriptors used were "positive mental health" OR flourishing OR flourish NOT "mental diseases" NOT disorder AND woman.
 
Results and Discussion: Five references were included that met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Four main factors associated with Positive Mental Health (PMH) in women were identified: general psychological state, perceived social context, life satisfaction, and sociodemographic criteria. The research reveals that positive mental health is influenced by psychological dimensions, the social environment, and institutional support, especially in the context of maternity.
 
Conclusions: The psychological factors are the ones that the articles most relate to positive mental health in women and more emphasis has been placed in relation to pregnancy or abortion, although an increase in new categories is observed: perception of one's own health, the social context and satisfaction with life. It is necessary to explore these factors in Latin America since they will contribute to public health, the elements for the promotion of mental health.
Risk Management in Education: A Systematic Literature Review of the Last Five Years
Authors: Moreira Julio César Rivadeneira
Published: January 2025

Objective: This article aims to analyze current strategies and practices in risk management in education over the past five years, with a particular focus on identifying the types of risks faced by educational institutions.
 
Theoretical Framework: Risk management in education has gained relevance in a global context marked by natural disasters, health crises and social inequalities. This approach focuses on identifying, evaluating and mitigating risks that may affect the functioning and quality of learning in educational institutions.
 
Method: The methodology used is based on the PRISMA method for systematic reviews, which ensures a rigorous and transparent process. An exhaustive search was carried out in databases such as Scopus, SciELO and Redalyc, applying specific inclusion and exclusion criteria to filter relevant studies published between 2020 and 2024. Boolean operators were used to optimize the search and the information was organized using a matrix of data extraction.
 
Results and Discussion: The results indicate a diversity of risk types that include natural, financial, psychosocial and health crisis-related risks. The strategies implemented by educational institutions have evolved towards more proactive approaches, integrating risk management into their strategic plans. The active participation of students and teachers has been identified as key to fostering a culture of prevention. In addition, it was found that adequate management contributes to minimizing interruptions in learning and improves the general well-being of students.
 
Implications of the Research: This study highlights the urgent need for educational institutions to develop and implement effective strategies to manage identified risks. It is suggested that increased ongoing training and a collaborative approach can strengthen institutional resilience and ensure a safe educational environment.
 
Originality/Value: This systematic review provides a comprehensive view on current practices in risk management in education, highlighting the importance of addressing these challenges from a multidimensional approach. The findings can serve as a basis for future research and for the development of more effective educational policies.
Role of Health Procedures and Events of The National Health Agency - ANS: Analysis of the Tax Aspect in Relation to the Cost For Health Plans
Authors: Cruz Nathalia de Andrade , Guedes Tayze Aragão , Oliveira Heluza Monteiro de , Costa Claisla Maria Borges da , Lira Maria Elisângela Santos , Faria Ivan Aurélio Fortuna Kalil de , Pinheiro André Luís do Carmo , Cruz Adriano Nogueira da , Rangel Cirilo Dantas , Magalhães Lucas dos Santos , Lima Esdras Menezes , Silva Hélder Ferreira da
Published: January 2025

Objective: This article aims to analyze the exhaustive aspect of the List of Health Procedures and Events of the National Health Agency - ANS, in relation to the cost to health plans. To this end, the emergence of the right to health as an individual right of the human being and its evolution in Brazilian legislation were discussed.
 
Method: As a method of data collection for analysis, scientific texts that examine the way a health plan works and jurisprudence of Brazilian courts that address the exhaustive nature of the ANS List were considered.
 
Results and Discussion: The hybrid system of health service provision in Brazil was addressed, with emphasis on the commercialization of health plans and the limitation of their care coverage to what is provided for in the ANS List, in order to enable their operation, since the duty to provide unlimited health services is the State's.
 
Conclusion: From then on, it was possible to affirm that the recognition of the exhaustive nature of the List is essential to make the operation of health plans viable, at the risk of the service becoming very expensive and unfeasible to be contracted by the population.