bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Comparison of Pearson’s and Spearman’s correlation coefficients for selected traits of Pinus sylvestris L.
Authors: Bocianowski Jan , Wrońska-Pilarek Dorota , Krysztofiak-Kaniewska Anna , Matusiak Karolina , Wiatrowska Blanka
Published: December 2024

The Spearman rank correlation coefficient is a non-parametric (distribution-free) rank statistic proposed by Charles Spearman as a measure of the strength of the relationship between two variables. It is a measure of a monotonic relationship that is used when the distribution of the data makes Pearson’s correlation coefficient undesirable or misleading. The Spearman coefficient is not a measure of the linear relationship between two variables. It assesses how well an arbitrary monotonic function can describe the relationship between two variables, without making any assumptions about the frequency distribution of the variables. Unlike Pearson’s product-moment (linear) correlation coefficient, it does not require the assumption that the relationship between variables is linear, nor does it require that the variables be measured on interval scales; it can be applied to variables measured at the ordinal level. The purpose of this study is to compare the values of Pearson’s product-moment correlation coefficient and Spearman’s rank correlation coefficient and their statistical significance for six morpho-anatomical traits of Pinus sylvestris L. (original – for Pearson’s coefficient, and ranked – for Spearman’s coefficient) estimated from all observations, object means (for trees), and medians. The results show that the linear and rank correlation coefficients are consistent (as to direction and strength). In cases of divergence in the direction of correlation, the correlation coefficients were not statistically significant, which does not imply consistency in decision-making. Estimation of correlation coefficients based on medians is robust to outlier observations and factors that linear correlation is then very similar to rank correlation.
The Determinants of Customs Duties Evasion in Egypt
Authors: Barbary Mahmoud Magdy
Published: December 2024

Following the Arab Spring in 2011, Egypt implemented policies to restrict imports to control foreign currency spending, as foreign currency reserves dwindled. This decline was driven by reduced tourism revenues and remittances from Egyptians abroad. Among the measures Egypt adopted were floating the local currency, raising the customs exchange rate (used to calculate customs duties), and increasing tariff rates on numerous goods. These actions significantly raised the cost of imports, potentially incentivizing importers to evade customs duties.

This study aims to explore the determinants of customs duties evasion in Egypt using a time series econometric model. Key variables analyzed include tariff rates, customs clearance efficiency, corruption, trade openness, and non-tariff barriers (NTBs). The analysis covers the period from 2001 to 2023. Regression analysis and econometric tests were conducted to validate the results. Findings suggest that customs clearance processes, tariff policies, corruption, trade openness, and NTBs significantly influence customs duties evasion in Egypt
Digital Convergence and Divergence in EU and ASEAN Economies
Authors: Aumeboonsuke Vesarach
Published: December 2024

This study examines the evolving digital economy in terms of convergence and divergence in European Union (EU) and Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) countries over the period from 2010 to 2024, including the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. This research uses a range of digital economy indices, including the ICT Development Index, E-Government Development Index, Online Service Index, Telecommunication Infrastructure Index, and Human Capital Index. It aims to identify and compare the patterns of convergence or divergence in digital indicators within and between the EU and ASEAN regions. The study employs beta convergence analysis, sigma convergence analysis, and difference-in-difference analysis to compare digital performance and assess the impact of the pandemic on the digital economy. By contrasting the digital development paths of the EU and ASEAN, the study provides insights into the digital gap and offers policy recommendations to promote more equitable digital development in both regions. The findings indicate that while the EU demonstrates more consistent convergence across digital indices, ASEAN exhibits both convergence and divergence, particularly during the post-pandemic period. The results reveal the urgent need for policy interventions aimed at reducing regional digital gaps, especially by enhancing digital infrastructure and improving human capital. This research offers valuable insights for policymakers in both regions, providing actionable strategies to foster inclusive digital development, enhance resilience in the face of global crises, and bridge the digital divide in an increasingly interconnected world.
Inequality and Informal Economy: The Moderating Role of Financial Technology
Authors: Magwedere Margaret Rutendo , Marozva Godfrey
Published: December 2024

Increasing income distribution gaps have become a global socio-economic problem accentuating economic and social exclusion with a potential of generating declining social cohesion and political stability. This study examines the relationship between the informal economy and income inequality, alongside the moderating effect of financial technology (fintech). The persistent prevalence of informal economies in emerging markets and developing economies (EMDE) is often associated with elevated income inequalities. Utilizing data from 2012 to 2022 across 18 African countries, this study employs the two-step system Generalized Method of Moments (GMM) to address potential endogeneity biases and to robustly estimate the relationship between the size of the informal economy and income distribution. The results indicate that a larger informal economy correlates with reduced income inequalities, acting as a buffer for marginalized communities by providing economic opportunities. Conversely, fintech initially indicates an increase in income disparities due to skill and access discrepancies. However, when functioning as a moderating factor between informal economies and income inequality, fintech demonstrates a potential to reduce the inequality gap. This study suggests that policy interventions geared towards economic formalisation need to account for the dual role of financial technologies. Further research is required to explore other socio-economic factors, including political dynamics and labour market policies, which influence income inequalities. Prominent policy decision confronting African governments is the role of the informal economy. The findings of the study advocate for a nuanced approach to addressing structural reforms within informal sectors and carefully utilise fintech as a tool for promoting equitable income distribution
Innovation and Quality of Business Scale Based on Blue Economy in the Coastal Area of Bilato, Indonesia
Authors: Alamsyah Muhammad Fuad , Subhan Andi , Jafar Muhammad Iqbal , Arifuddin  , Fikri Muhammad Ali
Published: December 2024

This study thoroughly examines and analyzes the potential of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in Nike fish (Ikan Nike) in the Bilato coastal area of Indonesia. Several aspects are used as indicators to assess the extent of this potential, including innovation, scale quality, and the application of the blue economy concept. The methodology employed is qualitative, also known as interpretative research, naturalistic research, or phenomenological research. The results of this study indicate a significant and positive improvement among the SMEs involved in Nike fish, particularly in terms of innovation, which encompasses product innovation, sales media innovation, and environmental innovation. Additionally, there has been notable development in scale quality, as evidenced by increases in income, sales, and business profits. Furthermore, the SMEs participating in the Nike fish group consistently implement the blue economy concept as a means of ensuring sustainability and balance in preserving the environment in the Bilato coastal area. This approach not only enhances economic value but also contributes to social and ecological benefits.
Theatricalizing Ecological Disaster: The Ecodramaturgy of Ping Chong + Company’s Alaxsxa | Alaska (2017)
Authors: Benea Diana
Published: December 2024

This article aims to explore the transformative potential of community-specific Indigenous theatre in reshaping socio-political and ecological landscapes, with reference to Alaxsxa | Alaska (2017) by Ping Chong + Company, one of the most prominent companies of the New York City theatre scene of the past fifty years. In conversation with recent theoretical and practice-oriented accounts of ecodramaturgy, the following analysis proposes: (1) to document the agenda of community engagement undergirding the play’s development, production, and reception, drawing on ethnographic material; (2) to clarify its contributions to developing an Indigenized perspective on Alaska’s history, with a focus on the impact of ecological disasters on its human and more-than-human worlds; and (3) to outline the afterlives of the project, particularly in and for Alaska Native communities, while reflecting on the broader implications of this legacy for contemporary ecologies of performance.
Images of Disaster: Facing the Vietnam War with the Senses
Authors: Mitrea Alexandra
Published: December 2024

The article sets out to analyze the manner in which Yusef Komunjakaa addresses in his poetry one of the greatest military disasters in American foreign policy ‒ the war in Vietnam‒, which he himself experienced directly, as a war correspondent. I will investigate the poet’s reliance on strong, visceral images as Komunjakaa proceeded almost like a painter. I will also look into the role played by music, jazz in particular, in articulating a vision of the war which gives ample space to the reader to negotiate the images that engage all five senses. I will illustrate the fact that Komunjakaa’s war poetry is characterized by more than a mere documentary drive, as one can discover healing and renewal of the self behind the apocalyptic images that describe the war.
The Role of Popular Culture in Times of Disaster: A Case Study of the War Morale Songs in the Russo-Ukrainian War
Authors: Starshova Oksana , myronenko Polina
Published: December 2024

The whole-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine has produced a massive response in various media and art forms. Memes, cartoons, graphic novels, street art create an interesting war imagery and portray the effect of the war on society and the individual. Our project focuses on the popular songs created during this war, especially those included in music videos. The songs perform various functions; they express emotions ‒ of pain, sorrow, hope; they might be propagandistic calling for action; they might display deeply personal feelings about the lost world of peace; they may help one survive, and they also help one reflect on the impact of the war on the everyday life of the people and the country, in other words, on the current existential crisis. Songs refer to the moral issues and values in human life, and they articulate the pride in national heroes and national culture. In this article, we intend to collect, categorize, and interpret the songs with focus on the war morale songs that are employed in the mobilization efforts and the shaping of public opinion. Although they are of heterogeneous professional quality, our aim is to document the songs brought about by the war as the personal and political response to the events. Our primary interest lies in the hermeneutics of the messages inscribed in the music, lyrics and visuals.
A fast inverse synthetic aperture radar translational motion compensation method for low SNR scenes
Authors: Cheng Ping , Yang Xinkai , Chen Weiyang , Zhao Jiaqun , Qu Zhiyu
Published: December 2024

Accurate translational motion compensation is crucial for inverse synthetic aperture radar (ISAR) imaging. At low signal-to-noise ratio (SNR), the performance of nonparametric methods is declining because the correlation of adjacent range profiles is severely destroyed by the noise. Fortunately, parametric methods can still work well at low SNR. However, existing parametric methods are time-consuming, which decreases ISAR imaging efficiency significantly. So, a fast parametric translational motion compensation method is studied for low SNR scenes in the paper, which is based on modified Adam (Madam) algorithm. By changing the updating strategy for weights and learning rate in Adam, Madam algorithm can significantly accelerate the convergence when estimating the motion parameters. To further improve the efficiency, a new objective function by combining image contrast and image entropy is proposed. When applied into measured Yak-42 data at low SNR, the proposed method can image about 10 times faster than particle swarm optimization (PSO) method and 2 times faster than Adam method. Therefore, the proposed method is an efficient translational motion compensation method for low SNR ISAR imaging.
Biomechanical sensor signal analysis based on machine learning for human gait classification
Authors: Kuduz Hacer , Kaçar Fırat
Published: December 2024

The present study investigates the effect of wearable sensor placements and the use of various machine learning (ML) algorithms for human gait pattern recognition based on temporal gait speeds using wearable multichannel sensor data. Therefore, classifying human gait from features extracted from biomechanical sensor signals and evaluating the effect of using these sensors on gait biomechanics can be successfully achieved with a machine learning approach. In this study, firstly, IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) and GON (Goniometer) sensor features were extracted for machine learning input using the sliding windows method, and these features were applied to ML classifiers to classify human gait speed. Our experimental findings show that multi- and fusion sensor models provide superior classification performance compared to single sensor models, and the highest accuracy is achieved with the ‘FUS09’ fusion sensor model and SVM-based classifier. The classification accuracies of the FUS10 fusion sensor model, where all sensor parameters were combined, the FUS09 model, where the GON_ANK and IMU_Ft parameters in this model were excluded, are 0.895 and 0.901, respectively. Consequently, wearable biomechanical sensor data and machine learning approach can be easily preferred in multiple human activity recognition.
Arterial Hypertension and Anxiety: Literature Review and Relevance in Primary Health Care
Authors: Fernandes Thamires Manzano , Fernandes Jhemilly Scarleth Araujo , Alves Gabriela Costa , Milani Rute Grossi
Published: December 2024

Objective: To investigate the relationship between systemic arterial hypertension and anxiety, assessing whether managing anxiety could be an effective strategy for preventing or controlling hypertension.
 
Theoretical Framework: Hypertension, a major global cause of premature mortality, is a critical modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Hypertension is diagnosed with a systolic blood pressure of ≥ 140 and/or diastolic ≥ 90 mmHg. Recent studies suggest that anxiety may influence the onset and progression of hypertension, though this connection is not yet fully understood.
 
Method: This research is a systematic review of studies published between 2021 and January 2024, using Scielo and PubMed databases with the keywords "hypertension" and "anxiety" in both Portuguese and English. After using the Rayyan tool for study selection, 22 articles were included following the removal of duplicates and a methodological evaluation.
 
Results and Discussion: Findings indicate that anxiety and depression are associated with elevated blood pressure, poorer hypertension control, and an increased cardiovascular risk. Factors such as age, sex, education, lifestyle, and chronic conditions influence these relationships. The COVID-19 pandemic has also intensified these effects, highlighting the importance of integrating mental health approaches into hypertension management.
 
Research Implications: This study suggests that addressing psychological factors like anxiety in hypertensive patients could improve health outcomes and treatment adherence.
 
Originality/Value: This research adds to the literature by emphasizing the need for preventive and educational strategies in hypertension management, proposing that anxiety management could be a valuable integrated approach in clinical practice.
Green Energy Sources: Potential in The Use of Biomass in Brazil
Authors: Ferreira Fyllipe Felix , Araújo Nícolas Matheus da Fonseca Tinoco de Souza , Passos Christian Ricardo Silva , Pinheiro Maria do Socorro Saraiva , Souza Sabrine Silva de , Sousa Júnior Francisco Souto de , Dutra Francisco Eduardo Fideles , Pinheiro Leandro Andrei Lopes , Tinti Andressa da Silva
Published: December 2024

Objective: The research aimed to investigate the potential of using biomass as a green energy source in Brazil, seeking to understand both the opportunities and challenges associated with its implementation.
 
Methodology: The research approach was qualitative, classifying itself as exploratory, descriptive and practical. The sample was composed of 32 environmentalists, and the data were collected by means of in-depth interviews. For the analysis, the technique of discourse analysis was used.
 
Results and Analysis: The results showed that biomass has great potential to diversify Brazil's energy mix, create jobs in rural areas and contribute to sustainability. However, participants also highlighted several challenges, such as the lack of adequate infrastructure, the need for more efficient technologies for the conversion of biomass into energy, and issues related to sustainable land use. The research indicated that public policies and government incentives are crucial for fostering the development of the sector, as well as social awareness and the acceptance of biomass by the population.
 
Conclusion: The research concluded that, in spite of the challenges faced, biomass has a promising role in the construction of a more sustainable energy future in Brazil. Progress in this sector depends on a joint effort between government, private sector and civil society, focusing on innovation, research and implementation of sustainable practices. If well managed, biomass could contribute significantly to Brazil's energy transition, promoting a more sustainable and inclusive future.
A Survey of Students' Opinions About the Curriculum and Their Satisfaction With the Atmosphere of the University and the Learning Process As A Whole
Authors: Todorova Irina Todorova , Tsanov Ivailo Detelinov
Published: December 2024

Objective: The purpose of this study is to offer an instrument to investigate students' opinions about the curricula and their level of satisfaction with the atmosphere of the university and the learning process as a whole. The purpose of creating this instrument is to provide one of the principles of the European Quality Assurance Standards and Guidelines for Higher Education (ESG) 2015. This is the principle of considering the needs as well as the expectations of students in quality assurance in higher education.
 
Theoretical Framework: To develop the tool suggested here, an extensive review of the research in the field was conducted, part of which is presented in this paper.
 
Method: To investigate the reliability of the instrument, a survey was conducted among a representative sample including a total of 160 undergraduate and graduate students studying social sciences in the period 2020-2024 at Technical University-Varna, Bulgaria.
 
Results and Discussion: The results demonstrate the reliability of using research-based student needs and expectations in determining student satisfaction with the university as a unit. The results also demonstrate the reliability in using the findings from the application of the questionnaire in understanding the extent to which a higher education institution, faculty or specialty, has succeeded in accounting for students' needs and expectations in providing the quality of higher educationе.
 
Value: This research highlights the importance of the needs and the expectations of the students in ensuring the quality of higher education. Its contribution lies in providing a tool for their reporting.
Industrial Carbonate Production with Ornamental Stone Quarry Waste: From the Waste Pile to Final Product
Authors: Novaes Rodrigo Carneiro , Zagôto Juliano Tessinari , Sant'Ana Maria Angélica Kramer , Vale Daniel , Meyer Ana Paula , Faria Thais Gualandi
Published: December 2024

Objective: The objective of this study is to analyze the utilization of ornamental stone quarry waste and its transformation into industrial carbonate production, aiming to promote circular economy practices in mining.
 
Theoretical Framework: This research is grounded in concepts of sustainable waste management and circular economy in the mining sector, emphasizing theories related to waste transformation into valuable industrial products.
 
Method: The methodology included technical visits to a quarry and a processing plant, where extraction, storage, and processing practices of waste were observed and documented. Data collection involved interviews with production teams and 3D modeling of mining areas.
 
Results and Discussion: The results revealed that quarry waste from ornamental rock production can be used to produce carbonates of various particle sizes, suitable for applications in the construction, thermoplastics, and other industries. The analysis highlighted the feasibility of converting mining waste into high-value materials, contributing to the sustainability of the sector.
 
Research Implications: This research provides practical insights into how mining waste can be efficiently managed and repurposed, promoting a more sustainable approach to waste management.
 
Originality/Value: The study contributes by demonstrating and documenting the utilization of waste materials, showcasing their applications across diverse sectors, and reinforcing the economic and environmental benefits of circular economy practices in mining.
The Invisible Dangers of Electronic Cigarettes and their Cardiovascular Effects
Authors: Mundim Ana Elisa de Figueiredo Miranda , Rizzatti Maria Eduarda Carneiro , Freiria-Oliveira André Henrique , Blanch Graziela Torres
Published: December 2024

Objective: To investigate the relationship between electronic cigarettes (ECs) and cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), such as acute myocardial infarction (AMI).
 
Theoretical Framework: Cardiovascular diseases are one of the main preventable causes of death globally, requiring sustainable policies to combat diseases such as AMI. The popularization of ECs increases concerns due to their illicit commercialization and lack of regulation.
 
Method: Literature review using PRISMA, selecting 24 articles that met the inclusion criteria.
 
Results and Discussion: Studies have not shown a clear association between daily use of ECs and cardiovascular events such as AMI. Smoking and hypertension were strongly associated with CVD. EC smokers had a lower risk of AMI than tobacco smokers, but a higher risk compared to non-smokers or ex-smokers. The dichotomy in the studies indicates the need for caution when considering ECs as a safe alternative to smoking.
 
Research Implications: The lack of a clear association between the use of ECs and cardiovascular events highlights the need for further studies and careful interpretation of results. Considering the temporality of events is crucial to assess health risks.
 
Originality/Value: This study highlights the importance of considering the chronology of events when evaluating associations between the use of ECs and health risks. It points to the need for future studies to better understand the impacts of ECs on cardiovascular health.
ESG Performance and Financial Distress Risk Before and During the Covid-19 Pandemic
Authors: Fonseca Priscilla Pinto da , Barros Lucas Ayres Barreira de Campos , Urbina Cíntia Meireles
Published: December 2024

Objective: We examine the relationship between environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance indicators and the risk of financial distress (RDF) of companies listed in 75 countries from 2012 to 2021, while also assessing the moderating effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on this relationship.
 
Theoretical Framework: Based on literature linking ESG practices to financial benefits and risk reduction, including studies on ESG as a mitigator of financial distress and promoter of resilience during crises.
Method: Binary Logistic Regression was used to estimate the relationship between ESG performance and RDF, with explanatory variables and controls based on existing literature. The sample included financial and ESG data extracted from the Refinitiv platform.
 
Results and Discussion: Companies with better ESG performance exhibited a lower risk of financial distress. The ESG-RDF relationship remained stable during the sample period, suggesting the benefits of ESG practices in normal periods but with no evidence of enhanced resilience during crises.
 
Research Implications: The results indicate that ESG practices can assist managers and investors in mitigating financial risks in both crisis and normal periods, contributing to strategic decisions and corporate policies focused on sustainability.
 
Originality/Value: The study innovates by exploring the moderating impact of COVID-19 on the ESG-RDF relationship, covering a broad international sample and providing insights into corporate resilience during crises.
Pleuropneumonectomy for the treatment of tuberculosis
Authors: Giller D. B. , Popova A. A. , Basangova V. A. , Shcherbakova G. V. , Saenko S. S. , Kesaev O. Sh. , Koroev V. V. , Martel I. I. , Smerdin S. V. , Ergeshov A. E.
Published: December 2024

The OBJECTIVE was to reduce the risk of complications and mortality after pleuropneumonectomy in patients with pulmonary tuberculosis complicated by pleural empyema.METODS AND MATERIALS. The immediate and long-term results of surgical treatment were analyzed in 910 patients who underwent pneumonectomy between 1984 and 2021. Among these, 342 patients (37.6 %) underwent pleuropneu- monectomy (Group I), while 568 patients (62.4 %) underwent pneumonectomy (Group II). Group I was further divided into two subgroups. Subgroup Ia consisted of 278 patients (main group) who received stump-free suturing of the main bronchus according to D. B. Giller’s method, long-term drainage management of the pleural cavity using an original technique, and the proposed staged surgical tactics. Subgroup Ib comprised 64 patients who were treated using traditional methods for the main bronchus and puncture management of the pleural cavity.RESULTS. Postoperative complications were more frequent after pleuropneumonectomy (PPE); however, the mortality rate in Subgroup Ia and Group II did not significantly differ. In contrast, the hospital mortality rate in Subgroup Ib, which utilized traditional approaches for the treatment of the main bronchus and puncture management of the pleural cavity, was 2.3 times higher than the mortality rate after pneumonectomy (PE). The incidence of complications, mortality, recurrence of tuberculosis, and empyema differed significantly between Subgroups Ia and Ib, with the best outcomes observed in Subgroup Ia. These results are attributed to the applied method of treating the main bronchus, pleural cavity management, and differentiated surgical tactics.
La théologie stylistique de la mission chez Christoph Theobald - Un nouveau paradigme pour penser et réaliser la mission chrétienne en postmodernité
Authors: Ren Antoine
Published: December 2024

Avec ses écrits monumentaux, Christoph Theobald a systématisé une « théologie stylistique ». La présente recherche étudie la contribution de son approche stylistique théologique à la réflexion missiologique et au renouveau missionnaire de l’Église en postmodernité. À travers un sur-vol historique des paradigmes missionnaires sous les perspectives du bon, du vrai et du beau, et en examinant les sources d’inspiration de la théologie de Theobald et son approche stylistique qui en découle, ce livre conclut que la théologie de la mission chez Theobald est un nou-veau paradigme missiologique et missionnaire. Ceci parce que non seulement Theobald développe sa théologie de la mission dans la perspective stylistique, mais encore parce qu’il a un regard nouveau sur Dieu et Christ, sur les autres et sur l’Église, regard qui correspond respectivement à ses réponses aux trois questions du « pourquoi », du « quoi » et du « comment » de la mission. Ce nouveau paradigme missio-logique, en resituant l’Église à partir de la gratuité de Dieu et du style de la sainteté hospitalière de Jésus, dans une position décentrée par rapport à la « foi élémentaire » des autres, pourrait rendre l’Église plus crédible et missionnaire dans la société postmoderne.
A classificação do crédito de natureza alimentar na falência do empresário individual
Authors: Rezende Renato Horta , Ferreira de Freitas Ian Fernando
Published: December 2024

The Decree-Law No. 7,661 of 1945 explicitly prohibited the inclusion of alimony claims in the creditor's ranking in bankruptcy cases, based on the reasoning that such obligations were personal and should not burden the creditors. With the enactment of Law No. 11,101/2005 (LRF), the legislation remained silent on alimony claims, allowing for their inclusion in bankruptcy proceedings involving individual entrepreneurs, as per Article 126. Consequently, the research examined the classification of alimony claims in bankruptcy, suggesting that, due to their legal nature and the vulnerability of claimants, they should be treated similarly to labor claims of a strictly wage-related nature. The methodology used was the hypothetical-deductive scientific method, with a bibliographic and jurisprudential analysis. The hypothesis was confirmed.
La resolución de la controversia entre la propiedad registral y la propiedad ancestral en el sistema jurídico colombiano
Authors: Jiménez Gil William
Published: December 2024

This article analyzes registered property as enshrined in Colombian Civil Code and its complementary regulations, in the face of a new kind of ownership jurisprudentially acknowledged by Colombian Constitutional Court, called Ancestral Property. We establish its characteristics, requirements to be acknowledged, scope of application, so as to conclude that ancestral property has priority and a reinforced protection over registered property in Colombian legal system.
DESMISTIFICANDO O CONSUMO DE CARNE DE FRANGOS E OVOS NO MUNICÍPIO DE XINGUARA, PARÁ
Authors: Silva Daiane Cristina Fonseca da , Quevedo Pedro de Souza , Gandra Érika Rosendo de Sena , Oliveira Gislaine Gonçalves , Marcato Simara Marcia , Zancanela Vittor Tuzzi , Silva Ton Ana Paula , Grieser Daiane de Oliveira
Published: December 2024

O trabalho teve como objetivo desmistificar o consumo de carne de frangos e ovos, por meio de palestras (pesquisa-ação) ministradas por acadêmicos dos cursos de zootecnia e medicina veterinária para discentes das escolas do município de Xinguara, Pará. A temática central abordou os principais mitos do consumo de carne de frangos e ovos, que comprometem o consumo destes pela população. Foram ministradas pelos acadêmicos palestras sobre a desmistificação do consumo da carne de frangos e ovos, explicando com embasamento científico os principais mitos que envolvem esses produtos. Antes e após as palestras foram aplicados 505 formulários semiestruturados para discentes de escolas do município de Xinguara, totalizando 1010 formulários aplicados. Ao final da atividade foram distribuídas cartilhas informativas. Antes das palestras 80% dos discentes acreditavam que frangos de corte industriais recebiam hormônios na alimentação e após as palestras 85% dos alunos afirmaram que eles não recebem. Sobre o mito do colesterol antes das palestras 51% dos alunos afirmaram que não possuíam conhecimento se o consumo de ovos aumenta o colesterol ruim (LDL) e após as palestras 88% afirmaram que o consumo não aumenta o colesterol LDL. Conclui-se que a ação educativa foi eficiente, com base nos dados obtidos, comparando as respostas da aplicação dos formulários semiestruturados antes e após as palestras ministradas. Atividades de extensão deste âmbito, aproximam a comunidade da universidade e impactam positivamente e diretamente na qualidade de vida do público-alvo do projeto e, de maneira indireta em toda a população do município.
Media functions: evolution and interpretation of concepts
Authors: Melnik Galina Sergeevna , Tian Jiahuang , Gurushkin Pavel Yurievich , Degtyareva Olga Viktorovna
Published: December 2024

The article is devoted to a comparative analysis of the approaches of various humanities and social sciences to the definition and interpretation of the concepts of "journalism functions", "media functions", "media discourse functions", as well as consideration of the factors of their transformation in different historical periods. An activity-based approach is used in order to correlate the concepts of the type of activity, type of creativity, purpose, mission, and functions of modern mass media. In this paper, we propose to identify the following key approaches in the analysis of modern media that do not have spatial boundaries (philosophical, cultural, political, psychological, sociological and philological), allowing a multifaceted approach to the characterization of media as an integral object, complex in its structure and functionality, to expand understanding of the role of the media in a multipolar world and the values split. In this study, in addition to the comparison method, structural-functional, sociological, cultural and philological approaches were used. The scientific novelty of the article is the identification of the expanded functions of the media in modern society, where traditional roles are complemented by cognitive, adaptive and semantic aspects. The research focuses on the changing importance of the media in the context of digital transformation, globalization and information wars, emphasizing their role in the formation of meanings, social values and management of social processes. The media, in turn, perform many functions, including informational, ideological, cultural, communicative and cognitive. Their role varies depending on socio-historical conditions, having both positive and negative effects on society. In the context of modern challenges, it is of particular importance not only to combat "fakes" and disinformation, but also to form new social values.
Revision of Ethnic Immigrant Fiction Patterns in My New American Life by Francine Prose
Authors:   University of Gdansk, Koval Marta
Published: December 2024

The paper discusses the changing role of ethnicity in immigrant narratives with
the example of Francine Prose's novel My New American Life (2011). It is a
multidimensional work of fiction which presents ethnicity as a cultural and social asset. The
novel brings into play and revisits a tradition of the novel of manners. It uses American
cultural and social stereotypes to tailor the main character’s new identity of existential inbetweenness. and to represent the American realities of the Bush-Cheney era through the
filter of the protagonist’s perspective as a semi-legal alien of a suspicious ethnic
background. The paper problematizes the geopolitical challenges of immigration that the
novel’s characters deal with in post-9/11 America. The article argues that in the novel,
immigration is presented as a process with a distinct social dimension, prioritizing safety
and welfare over the values of democracy and personal freedom.
Posthumanist Reading of Susan Straight’s A Million Nightingales and Her Representations of African American Family
Authors:   University of Wrocław, Shoniia Daryna
Published: December 2024

This study presents a new posthumanist reading of Susan Straight’s A Million
Nightingales (2007), proposing a novel vision of familial relationships. The primary focus
of my analysis is on the posthumanist representations of the African American family in A
Million Nightingales, which suggest the blurring of existing boundaries and hierarchies
through the underscoring of the importance of memory, body marks, and animated things. I
draw inspiration from both Jane Bennett’s and Donna Haraway’s theories, assuming that a
new reading of the novel should focus on the importance of embracing all the differences to
create a more interconnected and harmonious existence for all beings.
The Troubled Structures in William Faulkner and Gabriel García Márquez
Authors:   Daemen University, Wesley Charlie
Published: December 2024

This paper analyzes the filiations and affiliations of biography, architecture,
writing, power, and history between William Faulkner and Gabriel García Márquez. The
author argues that the structures of Faulkner’s Absalom, Absalom! and Márquez’s The
Autumn of the Patriarch are highly symbolic and charged with a rich palimpsest of
personal, historical, and national meanings. The structures are seen as troubled as they
evoke both a critique of patriarchal power and violence in history even while they
simultaneously reflect both author’s anxieties about newfound fame and the power that
comes with it.
Review of Ewa Młynarczyk. 2023. Literary Appropriations of Myth and Legend in the Poetry of Alfred Lord Tennyson, William Morris, Algernon Charles Swinburne and William Butler Yeats. Warsaw: Institute of English Studies, University of Warsaw.
Authors:   University of Opole, Dobosiewicz Ilona
Published: December 2024

Review
Review of Justyna Fruzińska. 2022. Nineteenth-Century Visions of Race. British Travel Writing about America. New York and London: Routledge.
Authors:   University of Opole, Gutorow Jacek
Published: December 2024

Review
SARS-CoV-2 antibodies in breast milk of women given one & two doses of COVID-19 vaccine
Authors: Verma Sheetal , Yadav Astha , Venkatesh Vimala , Jain Amita , Kumar Mala , Tripathi Shalini , Singh Renu
Published: December 2024

Background & objectives

The COVID-19 pandemic underscores the significance of vaccination in mitigating disease spread, with Covishield and Covaxin serving as pivotal vaccines in India. Breast milk, rich in vital antibodies like IgA and IgG, plays a crucial role in enhancing the immune defence of breastfeeding infants. However, limited research exists on the antibody responses in breast milk among individuals receiving single versus double doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. This study aimed to bridge this gap by exploring IgA and IgG antibody levels in breast milk and assessing the correlation with COVID-19 vaccination status.

Methods

This hospital-based descriptive study aimed to assess the relationship between COVID-19 vaccination and the presence of anti-SARS-CoV-2 IgA/IgG antibodies in breast milk. Breast milk samples were collected using a sterile, closed-system electric breast pump and stored at -20°C. ELISA testing, utilizing commercially available kits, was utilized to assess anti-SARS-CoV-2 IgA and IgG antibodies.

Results

Among the 151 women participants, 76 (50.3%) received COVID-19 vaccination. Of these vaccinated women, 70 (92.1%) received Covishield, and 6 (7.9%) received Covaxin. Within the vaccinated cohort, 32 (42.1%) completed the recommended double-dose regimen, while 44 (57.9%) received a single dose. While no significant association was found between vaccination status and IgA positivity (P=0.491), a notable association emerged for IgG positivity (P<0.001). Notably, individuals who completed the recommended double-dose regimen exhibited higher IgA (63.6%) and IgG (65.4%) positivity compared to those receiving a single dose.

Interpretation & conclusions

This study underscores the significance of COVID-19 vaccination in impacting IgA and IgG antibody presence in breast milk. Completing the double-dose regimen correlated with higher IgA and IgG levels, emphasizing the benefits of complete vaccination. These findings contribute to understanding vaccination’s impact on maternal-infant health.
ИССЛЕДОВАНИЯ САХАЛИНА ПЕРВОЙ РУССКОЙ КРУГОСВЕТНОЙ ЭКСПЕДИЦИЕЙ И.Ф. КРУЗЕНШТЕРНА
Authors: А.В. ПОСТНИКОВ , Н.А. ОЗЕРОВА
Published: December 2024

В статье рассмотрены предпосылки к организации первой русской кругосветной экспедиции в 1803–1806 гг., произведенные ей географические исследования Дальнего Востока и о. Сахалина и их значение в истории географических открытий. Показано, что ошибка, допущенная руководителем экспедиции И.Ф. Крузенштерном в определении Сахалина как полуострова, была обусловлена стечением обстоятельств – и в первую очередь инструкцией, полученной мореплавателем от российских властей, которые запрещали приближаться к берегам материка. Труды экспедиции, изданные на нескольких европейских языках, с одной стороны, повысили престиж России и поставили ее в ряд европейских стран-организаторов кругосветных путешествий, а с другой, способствовали распространению ложных сведений о Сахалине. В годы Крымской войны (1853–1856) последнее обстоятельство способствовало укреплению позиций России на Дальнем Востоке.

The article considers the prerequisites for the organization of the first Russian circumnavigation expedition in 1803–1806, the geographical studies it carried out on the Far East and Sakhalin and their significance in the history of geographical discoveries. It is shown that the mistake made by the expedition leader I.F. Kruzenshtern in defining Sakhalin as a peninsula was due to a combination of circumstances – and first of all, the instructions received by the navigator from the Russian authorities, which forbade him to approach the shores of the mainland. The expedition's works, published in several European languages, on the one hand, increased the prestige of Russia and placed it among the European countries that organized world trips, and on the other, contributed to the spread of false information about Sakhalin. During the Crimean War (1853–1856), the latter circumstance contributed to strengthening Russia's position in the Far East.
Huwelijksvermogensrecht en het daarmee samenhangende internationaal privaatrecht
Authors:   Maastricht University, van de Ven Kerstin
Published: December 2024

Het document bespreekt de veranderingen in het huwelijksvermogensrecht die in 2018 zijn doorgevoerd, waarbij de wettelijke gemeenschap van goederen is vervangen door een beperkte gemeenschap van goederen. Dit heeft gevolgen voor ondernemers, zoals de noodzaak om huwelijkse voorwaarden te overwegen om hun vermogenspositie te beschermen. Daarnaast wordt het belang van internationaal privaatrecht en de impact van de Europese Huwelijksvermogensrecht-verordening op grensoverschrijdende huwelijken belicht.
IOT Based Green House Monitoring and Controlling with Arduino
Authors:   Department of Information Technology, Greater Noida Institute of Technology, (Engg. Institute) Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, INDIA, Nagar Himanshu , Mishra Anuj ,   Department of Information Technology, Greater Noida Institute of Technology, (Engg. Institute) Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, INDIA, Ritesh Kumar ,   Department of Information Technology, Greater Noida Institute of Technology, (Engg. Institute) Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, INDIA, Dohare Dr.Anand ,   Professor, Department of Information Technology, Greater Noida Institute of Technology, (Engg. Institute) Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, INDIA
Published: December 2024

Greenhouses offer a controlled environment for growing plants. For a green house system to function effectively, it needs to consistently oversee and control various environmental elements such as hotness, dampness, soil moisture, light strength, and soil p H. The main objective of the project is to create a cost-efficient design to promote optimal plant growth and yield. Arduino system that allows for constant updating and adjustment of environmental parameter values. The DHT 11,s and acidity, LDR plus dryness are the important sensors in the project, measuring moisture, temperature, water purpose, light strength, and earth wetness. Android smart phones receive environmental data both offline and online. The present situation of the surrounding circumstances is displayed in an SMS sent via a GSM modem. The user gets a text when this sensor value goes above a specific threshold. Farmers can observe and control their green houses from anywhere. SMS commands can be used to change environmental factors like the fluid pump, motor breathe, refrigeration fan, emission fan, and manufactured illumination fluids pump, engine breathe, cooling fan, exhaust fan, and false lighting. To prevent SMS charges, data parameters are sent to mobile phones using Ethernet. Using Ethernet, all environmental data is sent to the machine ad kept on the data file in this way, the Android app allows the user to monitor and manage settings.
COVID-19 AND THE EXTENSION OF THE INTERNATIONAL COTUTELLE AGREEMENTS
Authors: Ouaadi Ismail , Ibourk Aomar
Published: December 2024

Purpose: The objective of this article seeks to show the particularity of cotutelle thesis during the Covid’19 pandemic crisis.
 
Theoretical framework:  This cotutelle allows the doctoral students to be supervised by two or many thesis directors from several institutions.
 
Design/methodology/approach: The work carried out aims to analyze the difficulties encountered by doctoral students who are called upon to carry out their work under the supervision of a thesis director in each of the concerned countries.
 
Findings: For our population, the difficulties related mainly to travel, and other restrictions are multiple: experimentations and scientific progress, pedagogical and the quality of their outputs, travelling and social condition, technical and remote working, Covid’19 vaccine, institutional and financial support.
Research, Practical & Social implications: We suggest a future research agenda and highlight the contributions made to identify dimensions related to cotutelle thesis during the Covid'19 pandemic crisis.
Originality/value:  An ad-hoc survey was carried out and used to collect the assessments of these students on the identified dimensions.
Educación disruptiva, uso de las TIC y alfabetización digital en posgrados en América Latina : aportes desde el ejercicio investigativo en educación superior
Authors: Piñeros Ricardo Ana María , Gómez Arévalo José Arlés , Osorio de Sarmiento Marta , Garzón Daza Cecilia , Vargas González Germán , Camero Gutiérrez Jonatan Steveson , Menacho Vargas Isabel
Published: December 2024

La presente obra es fruto del trabajo colectivo de varios académicos de dos importantes Instituciones de Educación Superior en Colombia, como resultado de su ejercicio de investigación llevado a cabo en los Grupos Corpas Sana y Cibeles, de la Fundación Universitaria Juan N. Corpas y del Grupo Edupro (Educación Propedéutica) de la Fundación Universitaria San Mateo, ambas ubicadas en Bogotá (Colombia).
Detection Of Land Drought Using Landsat Imagery On The Google Earth Engine Platform For Forest Fire Mitigation
Authors: NUGROHO HARY , SARI DEWI KANIA , BAIHAQI THORIQ
Published: December 2024

Kekeringan yang diperparah oleh El Niño dan pemanasan global sering kali mejadi pemicu terjadinya kebakaran hutan di Sumatra dan Kalimantan, Indonesia, yang berdampak pada ekosistem dan masyarakat setempat. Studi ini menggunakan Temperature Vegetation Dryness Index (TVDI) yang menggabungkan Land Surface Temperature (LST) dan Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI) di platform Google Earth Engine (GEE) untuk mendeteksi area rawan kekeringan dengan cepat dan akurat. Analisis dilakukan dengan data satelit Landsat 8 dari musim kemarau tahun 2022 dan 2023 di Kabupaten Kubu Raya, Kalimantan Barat. Peta kekeringan yang dihasilkan mengidentifikasi hotspot di wilayah tengah, dengan validasi data kebakaran hutan BRIN mencapai akurasi 97%. Metode ini memberikan wawasan yang berharga bagi pemerintah daerah, memungkinkan pengambilan keputusan kebijakan yang lebih baik dan membantu pencegahan kebakaran lebih awal, meskipun terdapat kendala tutupan awan selama musim kemarau.