bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Digital Entrepreneurial Behaviour of Millennials in the Fourth Industrial Revolution in Southwest Nigeria
Authors:   Department of Entrepreneurship, School of Logistics and Innovation Technology, Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria, Dada Abolaji
Published: September 2024

This paper examines the Digital Entrepreneurial Behaviour (DEBs) of the Nigerian Millennial and makes conceptual contributions to the literature on how their digital entrepreneurial conduct influences the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) in Southwest Nigeria. The study adopted survey research design targeting the population of Millennials across the six States in Southwest Nigeria. A total of 900 Millennial-technopreneurs who are engaged in Digitally-based Enterprises (DBEs) were sampled in the States using purposive and snowball sampling techniques. The study revealed that the majority (91.67%) of the Millennials possessed thorough knowledge of Innovative Digital Technologies (IDTs) with 61.32% engaged in DBEs. The DBEs are cloud computing, data analytics, machine learning, mobile development, data visualisation, FinTech, blockchain technology, software development, data engineering, cyber security and internet-of-things (IoT) which are acknowledged to be the building blocks of the fourth industrial revolution. The study further reveals that the factors that influence the engagement of the Millennial in DBEs were entrepreneurial alertness, personal exploits, business innovation competitions/innovation challenge programmes, attendance at seminars and workshops and enterprise innovation foundations. All these factors contribute 74.1% (R2 value of 0.741) to the Millennial’s engagement in DBEs. The study concludes that the knowledge and entrepreneurial behaviours of the Nigerian Millennial in DBEs is relatively high with potentials for 4IR in Nigeria. The paper discusses the policy implications of the findings and implications for future research on 4IR in Nigeria.
Modular Refinery Critical Infrastructure Investment in Nigeria: a strategic project planning assessment
Authors:   African Institute for Science Policy and Innovation (AISPI), Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria, Ogundari Ibikunle
Published: September 2024

This study examined strategic project parameters for a modular refinery critical infrastructure investment in Nigeria. Technological and project economic data for the modular refinery alternative were obtained and the Technology Foresight Analysis (TFA) methodology was used. The results indicated total oil energy consumption from 2019–30 to be 13.55 Quadrillion BTU. The selected 30,000 barrel/day modular refinery plant (MRP) had estimated costs of N159.59 billion, throughput of 7.2 million barrels/year and requiring 30 acres of land for construction. Initial investment was N 193.87 billion, with estimated annual net profits of N 70.62 billion. Profitability indices showed Net Present Values of N 3,022 billion, payback period of 2 years 9 months, and Annual Return on Investment of 36.4%. The study concluded that the modular refinery infrastructure investment in Nigeria was technically and economically viable, and recommended its implementation.
PRIMEIRA INFÂNCIA E A CRIMINALIDADE NO BRASIL
Authors: Parra Maria Vitoria Kawahara , Terron Letícia Lourenço Sangaleto
Published: September 2024

This article aims to explore the importance of early childhood care and its impact on crime in Brazil. It seeks to understand how investments in policies and programs aimed at this critical phase of human development can influence rates of violence, juvenile delinquency, and criminal recidivism, based on an approach that understands what “early childhood” really is, emphasizing this phase as a tool for crime prevention. The methodology used is that of bibliographic compilation, through studies conducted through research in scientific articles, websites, books, and norms of the Brazilian legal system. First, it will present how experiences related to early childhood influence future behavior, contextualizing the reasons that make special attention given to this phase in a child's life. Then, it will demonstrate the public policies already adopted and the favorable perspectives they have brought to society. Finally, by highlighting the protection mechanisms already in place, it will discuss the importance of promoting them even more. In addition, relevant ideas will be suggested to raise awareness and mobilize society in favor of this cause.
Current Exercise Approaches in Cervicothoracic Pathologies
Authors: Sozlu Ugur , Surmeli Mahmut
Published: September 2024

Exercise therapy plays a fundamental role in managing cervicothoracic pathologies and preserving spinal health. Regular exercise strengthens the muscles around the spine, increases flexibility, and reduces stress on the spinal region, thus lowering the risk of future disorders. Additionally, the psychological benefits of exercise are significant, as it triggers the release of happiness hormones like endorphins and serotonin, reducing stress and improving mood.

For exercise therapy to be effective, personalized programs tailored to individual needs and conditions are essential. Selecting the right clinical exercise program at the appropriate time according to the nature of the pathology is crucial for improving and maintaining spinal health. While various approaches to exercise therapy exist, those incorporating active patient participation often yield better clinical outcomes for therapeutic purposes.

In cases of acute painful clinical conditions, corrective exercises and active movements should be prioritized. As symptoms improve and pain diminishes, emphasis should shift towards muscle strengthening exercises. Additionally, flexibility exercises addressing the spine as a whole, along with core exercises incorporating isotonic-isometric muscle movements, should be included in the program.
Introduction to Psychological First Aid, Obtaining Information About Children with Special Needs After Disaster and Crisis Situation
Authors: Kacan Havva
Published: September 2024

Natural disasters are events that interrupt individuals, families, and society in many ways, especially economic and social life, in a short time, stop human activities, and cause great fi nancial losses, deaths, and injuries. Since it is not possible to predict where, when, how, and to what extent disasters such as earthquakes will aff ect them, they especially aff ect individuals with special needs, their parents, and their close circle. Psychological fi rst aid becomes important for children with special needs and their families in situations such as disasters and crises. Special precautions need to be taken in order to minimize the impact of children with special needs on the negative eff ects of disasters. Th is section aims to discuss the concept of psychological fi rst aid within the scope of children with special needs and make suggestions. Th ere are no standard practices for children with special needs and their families in our country. Emphasis was placed on collecting and recording information from individuals, ethical principles, and security skills that private individuals can acquire.
Maintaining Health Care for the Children with Special Needs in Post-Disaster Period
Authors: Bayram Deger Vasfiye
Published: September 2024

Although disaster situations aff ect all individuals in society, their impact can be especially severe on children with special needs. Ignoring children with special needs in disaster situations can exacerbate barriers to healthcare and deepen health inequalities. Disaster protection and prevention policies should also include children with special needs to reduce inequalities and ensure the protection of human rights. Th erefore, it is of great importance to develop strategies suitable for the needs of individuals with special needs in disaster and emergency planning and to implement these strategies eff ectively. Health service providers play an important role in this process. Advocacy by health service providers on behalf of children with special needs in meeting their health care needs, protecting health, and accessing health services can reduce inequalities.
O PATRIMÔNIO CULTURAL DE CAXIAS DO SUL ENQUANTO CIDADE INDUSTRIAL
Authors: Cardozo Poliana Fabíula , Carvalho Roberta Cajaseiras de
Published: September 2024

A industrialização, como fenômeno, apresenta-se de suma importância para a configuração do mundo contemporâneo, exercendo influência em todos os aspectos da vida dos cidadãos inseridos nesse contexto. As comunidades inseridas no contexto industrial e pós-industrial estão condicionadas a um cotidiano que deve estar de acordo às necessidades impostas pelas exigências de suas rotinas diárias, situação que se reflete não apenas nos aspectos laborais, como também em outros: vida cultural, relações humanas, opções de lazer, educação, entre outros, influenciando inexoravelmente quem vive nas cidades marcadas economicamente pela atividade secundária. Nesse sentido, o planejamento do turismo elaborado e praticado nessas localidades necessita considerar todas essas variáveis, a fim de fomentar o bem-estar da comunidade e dos visitantes, e garantir sua conformidade com o padrão de vida pré-estabelecido pelo desenvolvimento industrial. O presente artigo objetiva analisar, de modo preliminar, como a fruição turística do patrimônio cultural acontece na cidade de Caxias do Sul, Rio Grande do Sul, que tem sua economia assentada nas atividades industriais, e identificar se esta fruição seria peculiar por ocorrer num ambiente inserido à produção industrial e sua realidade. Também visa identificar se o planejamento turístico constitui um aliado na criação de oportunidades de lazer para o referido município.
O fenômeno da comensalidade e suas funções sociais: uma discussão preliminar
Authors: Gimenes-Minasse Maria Henriqueta Sperandio Garcia
Published: September 2024

A comensalidade é comumente descrita como o ato de comer juntos/com outros, de compartilhar a mesa ou uma refeição ou comer e beber juntos ao redor da mesma mesa. Apesar de estar associada à saciação de uma necessidade fisiológica, a comensalidade não é um ato mecânico, tendo em vista os diferentes significados e funções sociais que pode assumir. Este artigo tem como objetivo geral identificar, a partir da literatura acadêmica vigente, as principais funções sociais desempenhadas pela comensalidade. Ele foi desenvolvido a partir de uma revisão bibliográfica narrativa baseada nas contribuições de Georg Simmel ([1910], 2004), Claude Grignon (2001), Jean-Jacques Boutaud ([2004], 2011), Henrique Carneiro (2005), Leonardo Boff (2006) e Claude Fischler (2011).  A análise permitiu identificar 21 funções sociais da comensalidade, que, sob a perspectiva da força socializadora da comensalidade e da função geral de estruturação dos grupos sociais, puderam ser condensadas em seis funções principais, com destaque para a criação e fortalecimento de vínculos sociais.
Veropa é pai d'égua: a hospitalidade e os sabores do mercado Ver-o-Peso em Belém (PA)
Authors: Oliveira Daniella Cristiane Santos , Silva Beatriz Flexa Ribeiro Proença Gomes da , Borges Flavio Henrique Gomes
Published: September 2024

Localizado nas margens do rio Guamá, em Belém do Pará, o mercado Ver-o-Peso foi criado em 1625 como posto fiscal. No contexto do surgimento dos centros urbanos, as feiras livres podem ser consideradas um fator que contribui para o desenvolvimento socioeconômico de uma determinada localidade, como o caso do Ver-o-Peso, que com o passar dos anos assumiu um papel de protagonismo na vida dos paraenses, que o utilizam como mercado de uso diário e, principalmente, como um dos principais atrativos turísticos da capital do estado. Nesse sentido, este artigo tem como objetivo compreender os aspectos históricos deste lugar, bem como as relações de hospitalidade que lá ocorrem, e debruçar-se no ponto principal da vivência e comércio do mercado – a comida paraense – traçando paralelos entre eles. Para a realização deste trabalho, utilizou-se a pesquisa bibliográfica e a observação participante como metodologia. Como resultados, observa-se a dualidade entre o acolher e o hostilizar tanto para a população local quanto para o turista, advindos das vivências cotidianas em um ponto turístico tão importante para Belém, que tem como característica principal a culinária e as tradições locais.
Aprendizado culinário na infância e suas percepções por estudantes e profissionais da Gastronomia
Authors: Tavares Beatriz Carvalho , Santos Annah Bárbara Pinheiro dos , Minuzzo Daniela Alves
Published: September 2024

Ao estabelecer relações entre a comensalidade, a comida afetiva e a cozinha doméstica, a Gastronomia lança mão de importantes conceitos das Ciências Sociais, como gênero e infância, para apontar a comida, o comer e o cozinhar como fatores culturais e identitários. O objetivo desta pesquisa foi analisar as influências das relações de gênero e da divisão sexual do trabalho doméstico no aprendizado de culinárias na infância de um grupo de 53 graduandas/os e egressas/os do curso de bacharelado em Gastronomia da Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro. A partir da perspectiva multi método, este estudo caracteriza-se como exploratório e descritivo, com triangulação dos procedimentos metodológicos de pesquisa bibliográfica, survey e Análise de Conteúdo. Entre os principais resultados, destaca-se que as respondentes mulheres aproximam-se com a cozinha domiciliar desde a infância, enquanto a maioria dos respondentes homens indicaram a influência das mídias no desenvolvimento pelo interesse culinário.
Modern Intensive Care Unit Design : A Literature Review
Authors: Wijaya Andryadi , Jufan Akhmad Yun , Adiyanto Bowo
Published: September 2024

The need for Intensive Care Units (ICUs) continues to increase over time. In Canada, 11% of hospitalized patients are referred to the ICU, while in the United States, up to half of the population receives ICU care in their last year of life. Standardization of ICU design and operations is considered essential for efficiency and high-quality patient care. The ICU is a clinical care unit to monitor and support the vital functions of potentially life-threatening critical patients. The organization and management of critical care services are key components that contribute to ICU performance and can impact patient outcomes and healthcare costs. Modern ICU design should consider various elements such as layout, isolation rooms, staff areas, and family rooms. Technological developments such as Smart ICU and the ICU Without Walls concept demonstrate innovation in efficiency improvement and patient safety. The continuity of care activities in the ICU requires skilled human resources, adequate facilities, effective management, and a deep understanding of good ICU design. Technology integration and multidisciplinary approaches are essential to optimize critical patient care and improve clinical outcomes.
The Analysis Study of Early Detection and Outcome of Speech Delay in Children: A Comprehensive Systematic Review
Authors: Aldila Raden Rara Farah , Erlich Willyam Arnando Deggas
Published: September 2024

Background: Children of school age with language or speech delays are at a higher risk of encountering learning and literacy difficulties, particularly in reading and writing. This systematic review aims to evaluate the early detection and outcome of speech delay in children based on the literatures of the last 10 years. Methods: The study adhered to PRISMA 2020 standards, examining English literature from 2014 to 2024. It excluded editorials, reviews from the same journal, and submissions without a DOI. PubMed, SagePub, SpringerLink, and Google Scholar were utilized as literature sources. Result: Initially retrieving 360 articles from online databases (PubMed, SagePub, SpringerLink and Google Scholar) eight relevant papers were selected after three rounds of screening for full-text analysis. Conclusion: Speech delay affects children's language and literacy, highlighting the need for early detection and intervention. Tailored diagnostic tools and understanding contributing factors are essential for implementing effective screening and targeted interventions to improve outcomes and foster positive developmental trajectories
Paradigma Dan Teori Akuntansi Syariah
Authors: Suhendar Fikry Ramadhan , Rahmadhani Agung , Sidik Iqbal Pajar
Published: September 2024

Artikel ini membahas tentang paradigma akuntansi syariah, teori akuntansi syariah serta hisab dan muhasabah. Kegagalan akuntansi Konvensional dalam memenuhi tuntutan masyarakat akan informasi keuangan yang benar, jujur ​​dan adil untuk meningkatkan kesadaran para intelektual Islam tentang perlunya pencatatan akuntansi yang berdasarkan prinsip kebenaran, keadilan dan transparansi. Ternyata Islam telah menggariskan melalui Al-Qur’an bahwa konsep akuntansi dalam pencatatan transaksi dan penulisan laporan keuangan harus menekankan pada konsep tanggung jawab, seperti yang ditekankan dalam surat Al-Baqarah ayat 282. Standar akuntansi inilah yang menjadi kunci terhadap keberhasilan bank syariah dalam melayani masyarakat sekitar, sehingga dengan adanya Akuntansi syariah ini mampu memberikan informasi yang cukup, andal, dan relevan kepada penggunanya, serta tetap dalam konsep Syariat Islam.
Investigation of atmospheric corrosion of 6063 aluminium alloy in industrial environment
Authors: Çankaya Emre , Tanses Alptuğ , Sarı İ. Artunç , Özçelik Görkem
Published: September 2024

Demand for aluminium alloys is increasing day by day, especially with the electrification trend of the automotive industry. The reason for this increase lies in the advantages of aluminium such as high specific strength, low density, high recyclability and high corrosion resistance. Especially corrosion behaviour is important for aluminium parts used in structural components. High corrosion resistance in aluminium alloys stem from its natural oxide layer. Although this layer provides a certain level of corrosion resistance, it cannot completely prevent corrosion. Exclusively in industrial environment, aluminium alloys are more corroded due to the high presence of corrosive substances such as moisture, dust, dirt and chemicals. Aluminium specimens were left next to ASAŞ Aluminium anodizing facility which has air containing H2SO4, moisture, dust and dirt. Due to high volatile chemicals around anodization facility, this location has been selected to place the samples. To examine and compare the corrosion degrees, 3-, 6- and 12-months exposing times were selected. In this study, corrosion behaviour of the 6063 aluminium profiles placed at same zone with different waiting times in industrial environment was investigated. In order to make comparisons, samples were examined under optical microscope and SEM. At 6 months samples, the corrosion type change has been examined from pitting to IGC. This study is done in order to minimize the scrap amount causing from atmospheric corrosion after anodization of structural automotive profiles
O analista no divã: reflexões sobre a vulnerabilidade narcísica do analista
Authors: Albert Susan Carol
Published: September 2024

Este artigo discute a importância de os analistas refletirem sobre sua própria vulnerabilidade narcísica, que se revela por meio dos sentimentos contratransferenciais provocados na relação terapêutica. Abordar essas feridas específicas e sua origem, em nossas histórias pessoais, é uma tarefa importante que os analistas precisam realizar, para evitar o enactment inconsciente, durante o encontro terapêutico. As projeções idealizadas dos pacientes contribuem para que o analista permaneça no papel de “bom terapeuta”, o que pode ser em detrimento do crescimento psíquico e da transformação de ambos, na relação diádica. Reconhecer nossas limitações e dinâmicas de sombra pode colaborar para uma maior sintonia com o campo intersubjetivo entre analista e paciente.
Correlações simbólicas entre o Bhagavad Gita e o processo de individuação
Authors: Alvarenga Maria Zelia de
Published: September 2024

O artigo propõe uma correlação simbólica entre o texto do Bhagavad Gita e o processo de individuação proposto por Jung. Interpreta a guerra entre os guenos dos Pândavas e dos Káuravas como um processo simbólico, em função do qual, Arjuna (personagem líder dos Pândavas) poderá incorporar, em sua psique, os conteúdos, simbolicamente representados e depositados no grupo dos Káuravas, sejam as características sombrias, defensivas, bem como as criativas ou iluminadas.
La incubación en red: una herramienta clave para mejorar la supervivencia de empresas emergentes. El caso del Programa IncuBAte
Authors: Barthe Raybaud Clara María , D'Eboli Gabriel Reinaldo , Ivickas Magallan Maximiliano , Nardini Sergio Omar , Rebagliati Mariano Pedro
Published: September 2024

The goal of this study is to characterize, understand and describe the role of incubation processes in the existing networks of the ecosystem of the entrepreneurial world. For this, we will analyze the case of the “IncuBAte” programme, which is developed by the Government of the city of Buenos Aires. The methodology used in this investigation is a qualitative one of the descriptive type based on systemic network analysis organized around the GCBA IncuBAte program. The sources used were the official documents of the General Directorate of Entrepreneurs of the GCBA, reports and indicators of management provided by the actors that take part in the incubation network. With this reflective analysis, it is expected to present -focusing on the characterization and descriptive detail- the incubation experience of emerging companies. Lessons learned from the program to date are also collected; both the possible successes and the elements to improve for the future.
Relación entre adopción de tecnologías digitales y posición competitiva: un estudio con micro, pequeñas y medianas empresas (mipymes) de Panamá
Authors: Martez Nuvia Gisela , Bernal-Mojica Bolívar , Quintero de Sanfilippo Edilsa
Published: September 2024

The dynamic and global competitive environment induces companies that want to remain in the market to seek new ways to maintain a digital presence that favors the generation of new business, provide agile responses and consequently increase revenues. Studies indicate that digitalization helps to strengthen the competitiveness of the company because it strengthens the business model and the management of processes (internal and external) that lead to efficiency and customer satisfaction. This paper presents results of a study with 514 companies (micro 66.3%, small 25.7% and medium 8%) with the objective of validating the assumption that "the higher the degree of adoption of digital technologies, the better competitive position is expected". To respond to this hypothesis, a linear regression model was proposed between the competitive position of the MSME (Y) and the importance of the technologies adopted by the companies. The analyses necessary to validate the hypothesis of the model were carried out in the SPSS statistical package. The results showed that the variable Information technologies (X1) presented significance, which did not occur with the Operational technologies (X2), this can be associated with the high percentage of microenterprises that responded, because they possibly have a low level of specialization and do not have the financial/technological conditions to accelerate the pace of digitization that allows them to meet market demands, improve performance and consequently their competitiveness. Public policies focused on raising awareness and strengthening their digital skills are needed to enable them to face the current competitive context in a sustainable manner.
Política tecnológica. Una aproximación de sus efectos en las empresas mexicanas
Authors: Vergara Reyes Delia Margarita
Published: September 2024

One of the substantial reasons for technology policy has been to promote innovation activities, in particular, Research and Development (R&D) as a way to increase the productivity of companies. In this way, innovation is considered fundamental for economic growth and the need to invest in a set of complementary assets, in addition to R&D, is inferred, including software and human capital. The actions undertaken by the State to promote the innovation process are based on the assumption that the R&D carried out within the company will directly or indirectly stimulate the production of new/improved marketable products, new/improved processes or services. List (1841) warns that laws and public institutions, although they do not produce immediate values, can create productive energy. Therefore, the objective of this work is to carry out a descriptive analysis on the results obtained from the promotion instruments implemented by the Mexican government, based on the National Survey on Productivity and Competitiveness of micro, small and medium-sized companies (ENAPROCE, 2015, 2018), which allow us to distinguish the situation of the companies. The main problems they face to innovate and grow, both financial and human resource skills and the use of computer equipment and the Internet to carry out their activities.
El rol de la Universidad Nacional del Litoral en la creación de spin offs universitarios
Authors: Nemichenitzer Christian , Dufek Melina
Published: September 2024

University spin-offs (SOUs) are a knowledge transfer mechanism to the productive sector that has gained visibility in recent decades due to the success of numerous companies that emerged from public institution research. There are several determining factors that influence the development, growth, and performance of SOUs, which are classified into three groups: (i) those related to the inventor and the entrepreneurial team, (ii) those related to the firm itself, and (iii) those inherent to the technology to be exploited.
The National University of the Litoral (UNL) is a public institution that carries out teaching, research, and knowledge transfer activities. Since 1985, it has developed various mechanisms to stimulate technological linkage. These mechanisms, together with political guidelines to support the creation of SOUs embodied in successive strategic plans, have allowed the UNL to currently have six active SOUs.
This work analyzes, with an exploratory approach, the contribution of the UNL to the factors that determine the development, growth, and performance of SOUs, based on the description of the actions that promote their creation.
It is concluded that the UNL contributes to generating the conditions for the creation of SOUs in the determining factors that have to do with both the inventor and the team, as well as with the firm and the technology.
El desarrollo de bioinsumos como camino hacia una especialización sustentable: capacidades, oportunidades y recomendaciones de políticas para Argentina
Authors: Starobinsky Gabriela , Mozón Jesica , Di Marzo Broggi Exequiel , Braude Hernán
Published: September 2024

Ante las problemáticas a nivel mundial en torno al cambio climático, la contaminación ambiental, y las proyecciones del crecimiento de la población, la seguridad alimentaria junto a un paradigma de producción agropecuaria más sustentable se tornan desafíos centrales. Así, el uso en el sector agrícola de pesticidas y fertilizantes químicos enfrenta crecientes limitaciones. De hecho, un conjunto de países y regiones como la Unión Europea, Estados Unidos, China, entre otros, conducen desde hace varios años una serie de políticas destinadas a la regulación del uso de productos de síntesis química y la promoción de insumos de origen biológico (IPCC, 2021; OCDE/FAO, 2019; IICA, 2019; Hodson de Jaramillo et al., 2019; Rodríguez et al., 2019, Bisang y Trigo, 2017).  Argentina, como uno de los principales productores de alimentos a nivel mundial, desempeña un rol relevante en materia de seguridad alimentaria, y enfrenta el desafío de reconvertir la matriz tecno-productiva del sector agrícola para disminuir el uso de agroquímicos, y avanzar hacia la difusión de tecnologías ambientalmente amigables como los bioinsumos. En ese sentido, el trabajo presenta un diagnóstico en profundidad de las capacidades científico-tecnológicas y productivas, las oportunidades de mercado y una serie de lineamientos de políticas para promover el desarrollo temprano de estas tecnologías.
Enhancing Public Service Motivation: The Influence of Servant Leadership and Basic Need Satisfaction in Health Center Employees
Authors: Fikri Muhamad Agung Ali , Amri Lala Hucadinota Ainul , Nadeak Multi
Published: September 2024

Motivating public service employees such as Puskesmas employees, especially in this pandemic era, is very crucial for every Puskesmas unit. Therefore, this study aims to measure the correlation of the effect of servant leadership on public service motivation, both directly and indirectly through the mediation of basic need satisfaction.  Data were collected from 73 health center employees, including doctors, who work at health centers in Tangerang Regency. The research method used was quantitative method and confirmatory survey with the help of SmartPLS 3.0 software. This study shows that servant leadership practices have a positive and significant influence on public service motivation of Puskesmas employees, both directly and indirectly through the mediation of basic need satisfaction.
Coaching Practices and Learning Capability: Drivers of Lecturer Performance Management
Authors: Novitasari Dewiana
Published: September 2024

This study examines the potential relationship between performance and more coaching practice attention, taking learning capability into account as a mediating factor. 61 instructors at a private institution in Jakarta provided data for the study utilizing quantitative techniques and follow-up questionnaires. This study demonstrates that coaching, either directly or indirectly through the mediation of learning potential, has a favorable and significant impact on lecturer performance. The findings of this study may have a big impact on how HR managers make decisions on how to train university instructors and introduce new tools. This research also aids university HR management in guiding their strategic planning for campus HR and critically evaluating HR development investment plans in the form of coaching methods.
Digital Literacy and Entrepreneurial Attitudes: A Study of Indonesian University Students
Authors: Iskandar Joni , Sukriyah  , Chidir Gusli , Jainuri  , Simorangkir Yosua Novembrianto
Published: September 2024

Technological advancements have created many opportunities for young entrepreneurs to develop and expand their business operations. Therefore, the internet has encouraged the emergence of digital entrepreneurship as a growing form of entrepreneurship among many young entrepreneurs and even university students, who are indeed the digital native generation. This study examines the extent to which the personal characteristics of digital natives among university students in Indonesia impact their digital entrepreneurship intention. This study examines the direct impact of five personal traits adopted from the big five personal traits, namely openness to experience, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism, on personal attitude and digital entrepreneurship intention. For this purpose, the respondents were 254 Indonesian university students using simple random sampling technique. Structural equation modelling using SEM SmartPLS 4.0. The results of this study reveal that all hypotheses are proven to have a significant positive effect, namely the five personal characteristics of college students (agreeableness, conscientiousness, extraversion, neuroticism, and openness to experience) have a positive effect on personal attitude. Furthermore, the attitude variable also has a positive effect on digital entrepreneurship intention. The results of this study contribute to the research gap on the big five personal traits, personal attitude and digital entrepreneurship intention. Theoretical and practical implications have been discussed and become important recommendations for the future projections of students, teaching lecturers, and also for management policies in higher education.
Unknown Stories
Authors: Weckman Joanna
Published: September 2024

Performance costumes have long been a distinctive way to visualize explicit and implicit cultural and social hierarchies, as well as to identify characters on stage. Stereotypical characters representing different ethnicities were familiar in Finland by the end of the nineteenth century, established with the help of instantly recognizable costumes and make-up, often premised by an internalized racism inherent to historical practices of costume design. This article focuses on the representation of ethnicity and especially racialized characters on the Finnish stage through the study of extant costumes and, in particular, a case study of two surviving “Lapp character” costumes in the artefact collection of the Theatre Museum in Finland in Helsinki, which houses objects considered worthy of preservation and representative of Finnish theatre history. By focusing on a previously unexplored type of costume, it is possible to propose new ways by which to enhance the visibility of marginalized perspectives in the museum collection.
The Enabling Materialities of the Charcoal Suit
Authors: Türkmen Murat M.
Published: September 2024

This article focuses on the artist Hanna Saarikoski’s performance C and the charcoal suit that becomes a co-performer in this work. The title of the performance, C, is a symbol for the chemical element carbon, which relates to 1) the main material of the suit, carbonized willow branches, and 2) the human ecological impact on the planet, often called the “carbon footprint”. In this performance, Saarikoski walked through the heart of the city of Turku wearing a bulky black suit, laden with more than one thousand charcoal sticks. I argue that performance C addresses the human-induced environmental emergency by sensually politicizing it and that the charcoal suit actively contributes to this politicizing process by generating sounds, interacting with the surroundings, and thus enabling surprising encounters. In this article, approaching the topic from the perspectives of new materialism, political performance art, and costume studies, I will analyze the ways in which the charcoal suit works as a co-performer and thus contributes to politicizing the human impact on the environment.
A influência das Igrejas do Sul na nova conjuntura eclesial
Authors: Décio Passos João
Published: September 2024

A presente reflexão verifica a hipótese da presença das Igrejas do Sul na conjuntura eclesial universal, gradativamente desenhada pelo Papa Francisco desde a sua eleição. Afirma que no âmbito e na sequência de uma hegemonia histórica e institucional das Igrejas do Norte as periferias foram marcando presença na inteligência central da Igreja, sobretudo a partir das possibilidades lançadas pelo Concilio Vaticano II. A eclesiologia conciliar, com os princípios da comunhão e da colegialidade, abriu efetivamente a possibilidade de uma circularidade entre centro e periferia da Igreja, sendo o período de sua recepção precisamente um jogo tenso dessa relação. O Papa Francisco é o filho dessa época e o sujeito que sintetiza em suas posturas e ministério a relação entre a unidade/centralidade e a diversidade/localidade eclesiais.
High microvessel and lymphatic vessel density predict poor prognosis in patients with esophageal squamous cell carcinoma
Authors: Qi Li Wen , Xie Yu Fang , Wang Wei Nan , Liu Jia , Yang Kai Ge , Chen Kai , Luo Cheng Hua , Fei Jing , Hu Jian Ming
Published: September 2024

Background

Microangiogenesis and lymphangiogenesis are essential for tumor growth in the tumor microenvironment, contributing to tumor invasion and metastasis. Limited literature exists on these processes in esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC). Therefore, the purpose of this study is to explore the impacts of microangiogenesis and lymphangiogenesis on the occurrence, progression, and prognosis assessment of ESCC.

Methods

Surgical specimens and paraffin-embedded human tissues were procured from ESCC patients, encompassing 100 ESCC tissues and 100 cancer-adjacent normal (CAN) tissues. CD34 and D2-40 were utilized as markers for microvessel endothelial cells and lymphatic vessel endothelial cells, respectively. Microvascular density (MVD) and lymphatic vessel density (LVD) were evaluated through immunohistochemical quantification.

Results

We found that tumor tissues in ESCC patients had significantly higher MVD and LVD than cancer-adjacent normal (CAN) tissues. High MVD and LVD were associated with lymph node metastasis and advanced tumor clinical stages. Additionally, both high MVD and high LVD were strongly linked to poorer prognosis among cancer patients. Furthermore, a positive correlation was found between high MVD and high LVD (p < 0.05). The presence of these markers individually indicated a worse prognosis, with their combined assessment showcasing enhanced prognostic value.

Conclusions

Overall, the increased MVD and LVD indicates higher invasion and metastasis of ESCC, closely correlating with unfavorablefor poor prognosis of ESCC patients.
The effect of aerobic and high-intensity interval training on plasma pentraxin 3 and lipid parameters in overweight and obese women
Authors: Cicek Guner , Ozcan Oguzhan , Akyol Pelin , Isik Ozkan , Novak Dario , Küçük Hamza
Published: September 2024

Background

It is unclear whether different exercise programs lead to an increase in the concentration of plasma Pentraxin3 (PTX3), an anti-inflammatory protein. This study aimed to investigate the effects of aerobic exercise (AE) and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) on plasma PTX3 levels in overweight and obese women.

Method

A total of 45 sedentary women aged between 32.26 ± 6.30 voluntarily participated in the study. The control group (CG, n = 15) was selected among normal-weight women. Women in the group of participants who partook in exercise consisted of overweight and obese women according to a random method, including the AE group (n = 15) and the HIIT group (n = 15). The AE session conducted was 50 min in duration and consisted of warm-up exercises (5 min), and primary exercises (40 min, basic aerobic-step exercises). HIIT consists of warm-up exercises (5 min), primary exercises (work intervals: 6−10 × 1 min (80–90% HRmax), rest intervals: 1 min (walk, 50% HRmax), 21–29 min running. The exercises were applied for three sessions/week for 12 weeks. Fasting blood samples were taken from all participants before and after exercise and their body composition was measured.

Results

As a result of two different 12-week exercises, serum PTX3 levels increased significantly by 47.53% in the AE group and 50.21% in the HIIT group (p < 0.01). It was determined that the mean PTX3 before and after exercise increased from 1.71 ± 0.43 to 2.47 ± 0.40 ng/dL and HIIT from 1.62 ± 0.39 to 2.31 ± 0.33 ng/dL. A significant decrease in body mass index (BMI) values were detected, approximately 5.81% in the AE group and 5.06% in the HIIT group (p < .01). A significant decrease was detected in glucose, insulin, HOMA-IR, LDL-C, and hsCRP whereas HDL-C and VO2max value increased significantly in both exercise groups (p < .05; p < .01). There were no significant differences in TG and TC levels between groups (p > .05). Also, no significant differences were found between the two types of exercises in terms of parameters. A significant negative correlation in the total sample was found between PTX3 with BMI, fat mass, LDL-C, and hsCRP.

Conclusion

The percentage change in PTX3 values was not different between exercise types, whereas PTX3 was increased with exercise, regardless of the type of exercise. It can be said that both aerobic and HIIT increase PTX3, VO2max levels and improve lipid metabolism in overweight and obese women.
Study Over Factors Leading to ACL Injuries in Female Athletes
Authors: Mitra Archisman
Published: September 2024

Introduction: There has been some past physiotherapeutic interventions for ACL injury management by compiling every factor that contributes to such injuries and proposing further areas of research. Aim: To understand the factors leading to such increased amount of ACL injuries in female athletes and also suggest role of physiotherapy in dealing such injuries. Materials and Methods: Cases of professional female athletes in ball playing sports from the age of 18 to 32 years were studied. An exploratory review of relevant articles were done. All articles explicitly explaining the factors for increased risk of ACL injuries in female athletes were included. Articles in english language were only considered. Results: The major factors playing role in increased ACL injuries in female athletes can be categorised into, structural (comprising Q angle and valgus tendency, smaller inter-condylar fossa, quadriceps dominance, reconstruction problems), hormonal (oestrogen Increase effects), biomechanical (poor landing mechanics) factors. Conclusion: The found factors help us better understand the problems to tackle to effectively rehabilitate female athletes and reduce their injury probability. Implication: These findings can guide further research efforts aimed at enhancing evidence-based practices in physiotherapy for ACL rupture in female athletes.
Effectiveness of Dynamic and Rigid Taping in Subacromial Impingement Syndrome: A Review
Authors: Manaktala Muskan , Goyal Kanu , Goyal Manu
Published: September 2024

Introduction: Subacromial Impingement Syndrome (SIS) is a condition characterised by the narrowing of the shoulder complex between the acromion and the humeral head. It is caused by entrapment of the subacromial bursa, biceps tendon, teres minor muscle, supraspinatus, and infraspinatus between the humeral head and coracoacromial arch. This entrapment results in shoulder pain and inflammation. Physiotherapy is frequently regarded as the initial course of treatment for SIS. Theories have suggested that taping corrects alignment through dynamic motions or induces proprioceptive input. Taping procedures increase the strength of muscles, improve function, and lessen pain. Aim: The aim of this review is to ascertain daily physical activities in subacromial impingement syndrome. Materials and Methods: This review utilised PubMed, Cochrane, Google Scholar, and ProQuest to search relevant literature, and identified 7430 studies from the last 10 years. After removing duplicates, 5470 titles and abstracts were screened, with 11 studies assessed. Results: The study found that dynamic and rigid taping significantly improved pain and physical activity ratings in subacromial impingement syndrome patients, but not recommended for long-term effects. Further high-quality research is still required to confirm these results. Conclusion: Dynamic and Rigid Taping improves physical activity, reduces pain, and decreases myoelectric activity in specific muscles, but may not be a standalone alternative for treating Subacromial Impingement Syndrome.
Physiotherapy Intervention in Nocturnal Leg Cramps: A Review
Authors: , Niyti , Goyal Kanu , Goyal Manu
Published: September 2024

Introduction: Nocturnal Leg Cramps (NLC) are painful, involuntary spasms of the calf, hamstring, or foot muscles at night, causing severe pain and disrupting sleep. Through physiotherapy interventions, we can prevent the nocturnal leg cramps. In NLC, on palpation muscle became tender or hard and affect or disturb the sleep. The study is done to know about the various physiotherapy intervention and its effectiveness in nocturnal leg cramps, based on various articles. Aim: To identify the most effective physiotherapy intervention for reducing or preventing nocturnal leg cramps, based on various articles. Materials and Methods: This review utilised PubMed, Cochrane, MEDLINE databases are searched to find the desired articles. In addition, physiotherapy interventions of the desired articles were checked to conduct the study. Older adults (above 55 yrs. of age),Pregnant female and patient with lumbar degenerative disorder were included. Results: Eight articles highlight the effectiveness of various physiotherapy interventions, including tendoachilles, hamstring and calf stretching, moist heat pack, cryotherapy, self-myofascial technique in reducing nocturnal leg cramps, including in pregnant females. Conclusion: The stretching is the more effective in reducing the nocturnal leg cramps as compared to other physiotherapy interventions but further high-quality research is still required to confirm these results.
Normative Reference Score of 6×10 M Shuttle Run Test among North Indian Collegiates Athlete
Authors: Chhetri Sujan Gharti , Saha Joydip
Published: September 2024

Introduction: The 6×10 M shuttle run test is a widely used measure of agility, speed, and anaerobic performance among athletes. Agility is a crucial component of athletic performance, particularly among collegiate athletes who compete at high levels of intensity and skill across various sports. Understanding the significance of agility in this population is essential for optimising training strategies, injury prevention, and overall athletic success. Aim: To establish a normative reference score of a 6×10 M shuttle run test among college-going students. Materials and Methods: A Total of 43 college-going male and female students between 18-26 years are included in this study through convenient sampling technique to establish the normative score of the 6×10 M shuttle run test. A total of three repetitions of running back and forth over a 10 M distance, with their times recorded. Results: Normality of the data was calculated by using Shapirowilk test as the present sample size was less then 50 and the data came out to be normal. Hence their normative value is represented in terms of mean with standard deviation. Conclusion: The analysis of the study established a normative reference score of 6×10 M shuttle run test is 22.87 with a standard deviation of 2.304. Implications: This result will help to determine the normal value of agility among college-going students.
Development of Self-administrative Questionnaire to Assess Shin Pain among College-going Students
Authors: Chahal Vikash , Saha Joydip
Published: September 2024

Introduction: Shin pain, or shin splints, is mainly an overuse injury in athletes that occurs mainly in the anterior aspect of the tibia. It commonly occurs in athletes who are involved in activities like running and jumping and in military personnel who perform drills as part of their daily routine. The main causes of shin pain are not known yet, but there are many studies that show different views on its occurrence. Aim: To develop a self-administrative questionnaire to assess shin pain among collage going students. Materials and Methods: A total of six experts from physiotherapy profession and currently working as an assistant and associate professor in different universities from India were included in this study for content validation of the questionnaire. Three stages went into developing the questionnaire. We do a thorough literature review to determine the questionnaire’s domain in the first phase. Subsequently, the domain was examined to identify the questionnaire items by means of participant interviews and expert judgments. Subsequently, the questionnaire is sent to six experts for content evaluation using Delphi methodologies. Results: The newly developed questionnaire has CV-I index of 0.98. Conclusion: The self-administrate questionnaire used in the present study is highly validate tool