bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
INVESTIGATING TEACHERS’ PERCEPTIONS AND PRACTICES ABOUT ALTERNATE ASSESSMENT
Authors: Dr. M. Naveed Khalid  , Aatika Aziz
Published: January 2024

This study was conducted to compare the teachers’ perceptions and practices about alternate assessment at university level. It was non experimental quantitative research. The accessible population of the study consisted of all the universities of the Punjab. For true representation of the population University of the Punjab Lahore, University of Education (UE) Lahore (Okara Campus) and COMSAT University Sahiwal were selected. Data was collected through developed instruments namely questionnaire on teachers’ perceptions (QTP) was developed by the researcher which comprised 25 items on five points Lickert scale. It had two factors, assignments and project method. Similarly questionnaire on teachers’ practices (QTP) about alternate assessment was also developed consisted 12 items. For the analysis of data both t-test and Pearson correlation were used. It was concluded that most of the teachers were agreed about the use of assignments and project method as an alternate assessment during classroom instruction. It was also found that there is no significant difference between male and female teachers’ perceptions and practices about the use of alternate assessment. It was concluded that there is found significant difference between male and female teachers’ practices about the use of project as an alternate assessment method. Furthermore, it was found that there is significant relationship between teachers’ perceptions and practices about the use of alternate assessment.  It was also the conclusion of the study that no significant relationship is found between teachers’ perceptions and practices about the use of assignments as an alternate assessment method.
Kompleksitas Kepemimpinan Kristen Antargenerasi Dalam Konteks Kontemporer
Authors: Kobstan Heintje Barry , Sasonto Markus Lewi
Published: January 2024

The main objective of this work is to show the complexity of intergenerational leadership in a contemporary context. Through indepth research and analyzing differences and similarities between different generations in terms of views, values, and attitudes, as well as identifying effective strategies and approaches to address these challenges. This research also aims to identify key factors influencing dynamics between different generations and formulate approaches that can be used to address new challenges. This research looks at generational differences not only from the perspective of conflict but also from the perspective of working together and using different values to achieve common goals. In this study, literature studies and journals were used as methods related to the analysis of relevant and current literature on intergenerational Christian leadership issues. This approach enables a deep understanding of the complexities and dynamics that exist in the context of intergenerational Christian leadership in the current situation. In discussing the leadership gap between generations in the contemporary context, it does not escape to talk about generation theory and transformational leadership theory. Generation theory and transformational leadership theory are the link and can be the answer to the leadership gap between today's generations. It is undeniable that there are differences in the opinions of the older generation about the younger generation and vice versa in the opinions of the younger generation about the older generation, causing tensions and solutions to the problem. The critical point of human interaction is related to the basic ideas, life goals, ambitions, and beliefs of the transformational leader, who will be able to bring change to the people he leads so as to bring change in serving better, holding fast to the values of truth, and encouraging and inspiring others to have confidence when working or serving and being in the life of Christ.
KESEMPATAN KEWIRAUSAHAAN BAGI PENYANDANG DISABILITAS DI KOTA MALANG
Authors: Dinata Chandra , Agus Prianto
Published: January 2024

Artikel ini merupakan hasil pengabdian masyarakat yang membahas tentang kesempatan kewirausahaan bagi penyandang disabilitas di Kota Malang. Tujuan dari pengabdian ini adalah untuk mengetahui kondisi dan hambatan yang dialami oleh penyandang disabilitas dalam menjalankan kegiatan wirausaha serta upaya yang dapat dilakukan untuk membantu mengatasi hambatan tersebut. Hasil dari pengabdian ini menunjukkan bahwa meskipun penyandang disabilitas di Kota Malang memiliki keinginan untuk berwirausaha, mereka masih mengalami kendala dalam hal aksesibilitas dan keterampilan. Oleh karena itu, pengabdian ini memberikan rekomendasi kepada pemerintah dan masyarakat untuk terus berupaya membantu penyandang disabilitas dalam membuka peluang bisnis dan menjalankan kegiatan wirausaha.
Hemangioma of the Umbilical Cord: A Case Report
Authors: Yakıştıran Betül , Çelen Şevki , Aksakal Uslu Ayşegül
Published: January 2024

Background: Hemangioma is one of the umbilical cord anomalies and it is arising from the remnants of embryo hemangioblasts. It is associated with increased perinatal morbidity and mortality.
Case report: We describe an umbilical cord hemangioma that was identified in antenatal period. The patient was referred to our hospital for further evaluation of omphalocele that was noticed at gestational age of 29 week. The mass, measured 80*75*50 mm diameter, was surrounded by edema of the Wharton jelly.  Color Doppler imaging revealed arterial and venous flow within the mass. The neoplasm was composed of organized and non-organized capillary vessels within the myxoid stroma. Neoplasm was covered with squamous epithelium focally but the epithelium was widely eroded. The immunohistochemical examination positive staining was obtained for vimentin, desmin, CD34 and SMA.
Conclusion: Umbilical cord anomalies are rare. Early detection and close follow-up can reduce the risk of perinatal morbidity and mortality.
Retroperitoneal Hematoma Following Cesarean Section: A Case Report
Authors: Aksoy Ayşe Nur , Kadioglu Berrin Goktug , Aksoy Mehmet Emin , Ejder Tekgunduz Sibel , Yoruk Nurcan
Published: January 2024

Background: In this case report, a retroperitoneal hematoma developed after an uncomplicated cesarean section.
Case report: A 37-year-old patient with a term pregnancy was hospitalized for elective cesarean section with the diagnosis of repeated cesarean section. A live female baby of 3040 grams was delivered. There was no complication during surgery. The patient was transferred to the service postoperatively. Fainting sensation, tachycardia, tachypnea, and hypotension occurred in the first postoperative hour. In the CT scan, a 108x105 mm hematoma was observed in the right lateral retroperitoneal area of the uterus. When the hemoglobin value was 6.9 on the postoperative 1st day, 2 Units of erythrocyte suspension and 2 Units of fresh frozen plasma were given to the patient, The patient's vital signs remained stable for 4 days postoperatively.
Conclusion: The retroperitoneal hematoma is a potentially life-threatening condition. Conservative or surgical treatment should be applied according to clinical findings.
(Auto)influencers y ficción: la prescripción de series españolas de Netflix por parte de actrices y actores
Authors: Segarra-Saavedra Jesús , Hidalgo-Marí Tatiana , Castelló-Martínez Araceli
Published: January 2024

El marketing de influencia se ha convertido en una herramienta de gran relevancia y repercusión para persuadir a la audiencia digital sobre marcas, productos y servicios. Plataformas de video on demand (VOD) como Netflix no sólo crean perfiles propios, sino que también utilizan los canales de parte de su equipo creativo, artístico y/o técnico para promocionar sus series, al tiempo que se valen de los canales que crean las y los fans convertidos en prosumers. Este artículo utiliza el análisis de contenido de carácter exploratorio y descriptivo para investigar el uso que hacen del influencer marketing las 76 actrices y los 63 actores (total 139) de las 18 series españolas estrenadas en 2022 en Netflix, así como las características formales de los 250 posts promocionales sobre las series que protagonizan. Se detecta que los posts se publican mayoritariamente entre semana (viernes), son originales del equipo artístico de las series, predominan las fotografías y los álbumes fotográficos en los que actrices y actores aparecen en forma coral, no valoran las series, utilizan extractos de capítulos, tímidamente difunden la identidad visual de la plataforma y la propia de la serie, pero sí citan en sus copys a la plataforma. Llama la atención que no predomina la difusión de la fecha de estreno de las series, ni se fomenta la participación de la audiencia a través de preguntas interactivas. Tampoco identifican la naturaleza publicitaria-promocional de su actividad en Instagram.
Vida contra archivo teorico-critico. Sobre Ángel Rama y su diario
Authors: Santucci Silvana
Published: January 2024

Esta propuesta emerge como una indagación en el campo del archivo teórico-crítico del «latinoamericanismo» al que asumimos como un problema de selección del pasado y como efecto de elaboración de un perspectivismo académico. Hasta la muerte de Ángel Rama, el latinoamericanismo funcionó de acuerdo al carácter utópico que le diera Pedro Henríquez Ureña y ese fue un criterio eficaz y aceptado hasta que la era postsoviética y el neoliberalismo de los años noventa terminaron por desarticularlo como espacio de pensamiento. Así, el presente artículo propone una lectura del Diario de Ángel Rama, 1974 1983, a partir de la perspectiva teórica diseñada por Hector Libertella en Nueva escritura en Latinoamérica (1977). Las mismas se corresponden en un marco temporal específico en el que Venezuela, como locación editorial para uno y como lugar de exilio para el otro, las hace coincidir.
Entre el archivo y la vida: imágenes
Authors: Cherri Leo , López Seoane Mariano
Published: January 2024

Introducción al dossier.
Manuel Asensi Pérez, Lacan para multitudes o por qué no se puede vivir sin Lacan
Authors: Martínez Verdú José Guillermo
Published: January 2024

Manuel Asensi Pérez, Lacan para multitudes o por qué no se puede vivir sin Lacan. Ed. Tirant humanidades. Valencia: 2023, 461 págs.
Antonio Méndez Rubio, La escucha actual
Authors: Sedeño Ana
Published: January 2024

Antonio Méndez Rubio, La escucha actual. Madrid: Cátedra +media, 2023, 222 págs.
Juan Carlos Fernández Serrato, Hacia una teoría del pop
Authors: Pérez Cabaña Rosario
Published: January 2024

Juan Carlos Fernández Serrato, Hacia una teoría del pop. Madrid: Cátedra, 2023, 223 págs.
Emilio Gutiérrez Caba, Memorias de cine Alfonso Ungría, Memorias. Del cine en la Transición
Authors: De la Fuente Manuel
Published: January 2024

Reseña
Dando en el clavo con las locuciones verbales anímicas: ejercicios para el nivel B1 de E/LE
Authors: Lisciandro Rosario
Published: January 2024

El presente artículo ofrece una propuesta didáctica de cuatro ejercicios sobre veinte locuciones verbales de la lengua española. A partir de un esbozo teórico sobre la taxonomía y los rasgos que distinguen este tipo de locuciones, basadas en las teorías de Corpas Pastor (1996), Ruiz Gurillo (2018) y Penadés Martínez (1999), diseñaremos una serie de actividades para fomentar el aprendizaje y la enseñanza de este tipo peculiar de fraseologismos de la lengua española. A pesar de que el MCER (2002) las contempla mayormente en los niveles C1 y C2, en este trabajo, creemos y defendemos la postura de otros lingüistas, como Penadés Martínez (1999) y Ruiz Gurillo (2018), quienes afirman que su introducción debe hacerse efectiva desde los niveles elementales e intermedios, para que se produzca su adquisición y almacenamiento en el lexicón activo y su sucesiva reutilización en la lengua diaria. Por ello, los ejercicios aquí presentes están pensados para emplearse, progresivamente, en el nivel B1.
Series y comunidad LGTBIQ+ en el aula de ELE : una propuesta didáctica a través de contemporáneas series históricas
Authors: Lérida Muñoz Antonio , Vatter Christoph
Published: January 2024

Este artículo aborda la reflexión de una propuesta metodológica en el aula de Español como lengua extranjera (ELE). En él presentaremos la inclusión de la perspectiva de género y la diversidad sexual en el aula a través del uso de series históricas que tratan dicha temática y se encuentran contextualizadas en una época histórica concreta: la España de entreguerras y la Dictadura franquista.
El objetivo del artículo es presentar los beneficios del uso de estos medios audiovisuales en el aula, así como presentar un modo de aplicación con un fin concreto, permitiendo el desarrollo de competencias lingüísticas a la vez que se aborda un tema de imperiosa necesidad.
Los Gobiernos progresistas y la política económica en América Latina
Authors: Vidal Gregorio
Published: January 2024

En 2023 se completará en América Latina una década con el menor incremento anual del PIB desde los años cincuenta del siglo pasado. El aumento anual promedio, con datos de CEPAL, de 2014 a 2023 es de 0,8%, mucho menor al alcanzado el siglo pasado, en la denominada década pérdida del desarrollo. La debilidad en el comportamiento del PIB en la región precede a la pandemia de COVID-19 y se explica por otras razones. A la fecha no se observan cambios que permitan establecer una modificación en esta tendencia. El proceso es consistente con el comportamiento observado en las economías avanzadas y en China. El débil crecimiento en las economías avanzadas se relaciona con la ejecución de una política monetaria que utiliza el alza en la tasa de interés de referencia como el medio para combatir la inflación. Los comunicados de la Reserva Federal, el Banco Central Europeo y el Banco de Inglaterra señalan que el incremento en las tasas de interés se mantendrá en los meses siguientes, hasta que no se observe una debilidad relevante en los mercados laborales. En América Latina los directorios de los bancos centrales comparten la misma opinión. En conjunto proceden considerando, como sostienen Friedman y sus discípulos, que la inflación es esencialmente un fenómeno monetario. Se acepta el argumento monetarista, generando dificultades adicionales para avanzar en el crecimiento de las economías y aún mayores para ejecutar políticas económicas que reduzcan la desigualdad social e impulsen el desarrollo. Hay una disputa entre los gobiernos progresistas de la región y otras instancias estatales que no permiten avanzar a la política económica que impulsan esos gobiernos. En las condiciones actuales, además de las restricciones a la actividad económica que implica el encarecimiento del crédito, hay resultados positivos para los que viven de colocar recursos en los sistemas financieros y se fortalece la inestabilidad en los mercados financieros internacionales. En esas condiciones es muy difícil impulsar un proyecto que considere la ampliación de la inversión. Construir el proceso social que permita activar a los actores que participan en la modificación del proceso de formación de capital es una tarea particularmente difícil, que para realizarse debe avanzar en la construcción de las condiciones para que la producción desplace a los rentistas. En política económica no es posible la preponderancia de lo monetario, la clave es la creación de condiciones para aumento de las capacidades de producción.
Impacto de las políticas ejecutadas para impulsar el empleo tras la pandemia de Covid-19. Un estudio diferenciado por sexo
Authors: Contreras Cueva Angélica Beatriz , Macías Álvarez Pamela , Luna Plascencia Noé Rene
Published: January 2024

Este estudio busca medir el impacto de la pandemia y detectar si las políticas extraordinarias de empleo e inclusión social implementadas por el gobierno lograron mitigar las consecuencias en la ocupación de la Población Económicamente Activa de México. El estudio se realizó con los datos disponibles de los años 2019 al 2021 de la Encuesta de Ocupación y Empleo, los resultados se estimaron con los métodos de diferencias en diferencias y el modelo de regresión logística. Los principales resultados apuntan que la pandemia por COVID-19 afectó la empleabilidad disminuyendo el empleo en 20,7% los más afectados fueron los hombres, los jóvenes, los solteros y a las personas con bajo nivel educativo.
Palpebral sarcoid nodules
Authors:   Department of Ophthalmology, Habib Thameur Hospital, Tunis, Tunisia,, Maamouri Rym , Badri Talel , Houman Yasmine , Daouad Fatma , Cheour Monia
Published: January 2024

ABSTRACT Herein, we report a case of systemic sarcoidosis confirmed by a eyelid biopsy in a 47-year-old North African female with a past medical history of a bilateral granulomatous anterior and intermediate uveitis. She presented to the ophthalmological department for bilateral palpebral painful discomfort. An examination revealed the presence of bilateral, rounded, well-limited, subcutaneous, nodular lesions on the upper and inferior lid. A cutaneous biopsy confirmed the presence of a non-caseating granulomatous inflammation. The diagnosis of a definite ocular sarcoidosis was made and she was treated with local steroid ointment associated to hydroxychloroquine. A skin examination of the patient with granulomatous uveitis cannot be stressed enough. A biopsy allows us to make the diagnosis and to treat the patients appropriately. Key words: Inflammation, Granulomatosis, Eye, Skin Biopsy
Merkel cell carcinoma: A rare sarcoma
Authors:   Dermatology Department, National Institute of Medical Sciences and Nutrition “Salvador Zubirán”, Mexico City, Mexico, González-Torres Jorge , Gutierrez-Rodriguez Georgína , Corona-Herrea Judith , García-Hidalgo Linda , Domínguez-Cherit Judith , Montante-Montes Daniel , Salas-Ochoa Edgar
Published: January 2024

Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is a rare cutaneous neoplasm that accounts for less than 1% of all primary cutaneous neoplasms. The majority of MCC cases (80%) are caused by Merkel cell polyomavirus (MCPyV) clonal integration into the host genome. In the remaining 20% of cases, UV mutations are responsible, and prolonged UV exposure is a factor. Herein, we present two cases of this rare tumor: a 48-year-old female with a diagnosis of hairy cell leukemia and an elderly male previously healthy. Key words: Merkel cell carcinoma, Cutaneous neoplasm, Hospital dermatology
Warts as a common occurrence on nevus sebaceous: A case series depicting locus minoris resistentiae
Authors:   Department of Dermatology, Government Medical College, Srinagar, University of Kashmir, Jammu and Kashmir, India, Shah Shuhaab , Shah Faizan Younus , Dar Uzair Khursheed , Aslam Shah Aaqib
Published: January 2024

Locus minoris resistentiae (LMR) is a special site that offers less resistance to the onset of disease than the rest of the body. Areas of cutaneous mosaicism may act as congenital LMR sites. Viral infections such as verruca are a rare occurrence on these sites. Nevus sebaceous is a benign hamartoma with epidermal, follicular, and apocrine mosaicism in the stem cells that expand in the lines of Blaschko, which may act as a site of LMR. Herein, we present a case series of nevus sebaceous to document the occurrence of verrucae and the possibility of LMR at these sites. Key words: Wart, Locus minoris resistentiae, Nevus sebaceous
Acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis caused by sulfasalazine
Authors: Białynicki-Birula Rafał , Cisoń Wiktor , Krefft-Trzciniecka Katarzyna , Cisoń Hanna
Published: January 2024

In the landscape of cutaneous adverse drug reactions (cADRs), acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP) remains a pertinent dermatological manifestation. This research delineates a clinical presentation consistent with AGEP precipitated by the administration of sulfasalazine in a 68-year-old female. Drawing from the EuroSCAR study’s diagnostic parameters, the patient exhibited salient features such as facial erythema and a pervasive papular rash, concomitant with specific hematological perturbations, including leukocytosis and elevated hepatic enzymes. Utilizing the EuroSCAR AGEP validation score, a definitive diagnosis was ascertained, obviating the need for histological confirmation. Subsequent therapeutic interventions facilitated symptomatic resolution, leading to the patient’s discharge with a categorical advisory against future sulfasalazine exposure. This elucidation accentuates the causative potential of sulfasalazine in AGEP manifestation and underscores the imperativeness of vigilant diagnosis and timely intervention. Key words: sulfasalazine, AGEP, Drug hypersensitivity, Drug eruptions
Challenge of voluntary depigmentation in Mali: Natur’art engages in an awareness caravan against its harmful effects
Authors:   Teaching Hospital of Dermatologie, Bamako, Mali, 2Medical and Dental Faculty of Bamako, Mali, 3Conservatory of Arts and Crafts Balla Fassekè Kouyaté, Bamako, Mali, Karabinta Yamoussa , Dissa Labassou , Karambé Ténin , Bagayoko Hawa , Kaboré Mikaila , Sylla Ousmane , Magané Abdoulaye , Tall Koureissi Tall , Binta Guindo
Published: January 2024

ntroduction: To commemorate March 8, 2023 (International Women’s Day), Natur’art engages in a vast caravan of awareness against the harmful effects of the act of depigmentation. Artificial depigmentation (AD) is the lightening of the skin using chemicals. The products employed are highly active corticosteroids, hydroquinone, as well as mercurial products such as soda. Artificial depigmentation is a practice that has emerged over the past three decades and has become one of the main reasons for dermatology consultations. In Mali, one in four women engages in depigmenting, and this phenomenon is not yet to stop as depigmentation products dominate the market. Objective: The main objective of this project was to make African women aware of the dangers of this practice and to make them aware that beauty is plural through the enhancement of the natural integrity of the skin and hair. Timeline of Activities: The awareness caravan on the harmful effects of artificial depigmentation was held at different places of the capital Bamako. The opening ceremony was held at the Bamako International Conference Centre (CICB) on Friday, March 26, 2023. The conference on the main theme followed by booth visits with the exhibition of artistic images of the skin of black African women and finally some high schools chosen on the basis of their high number of girls served as a place of awareness. The setup ended at about 8:10, and the actual ceremony began at 8:30. It was marked by three interventions. The first intervention was that of the Minister of Health and Public Health. The second was the presenter of Natur’art, Awa Bagayoko, who explained the initiative of the caravan, the innovative idea of Natur’art, consisting of preserving and enhancing the natural complexion of the African woman. There were a number of conferences about depigmentation. Conclusion: This awareness-raising caravan, the first of its kind in Mali, served as a motor to intensify the fight against this harmful practice that devalues black African women. Key words: voluntary depigmentation, awareness, harmful effffects, Mali
Characterization of isolated and integrated clinical and dermoscopic features of topical steroid-dependent/damaged face: A study from central India
Authors:   Department of Dermatology Venereology and Leprosy, Chirayu Medical college & Hospital, Bhopal (MP), India, Chauhan Sanskriti , Singhal Rochit , Choudhary Vivek , Rathoriya Shyam G
Published: January 2024

ABSTRACT Background: Topical steroid-dependent/damaged face (TSDF) is defined as semi-permanent or permanent damage to the skin of the face due to unsupervised or prolonged application of topical corticosteroids to the face. Dermoscopy is widely practiced as a non-invasive, effective technique to analyze the immediate or delayed features of TSDF. Objectives: The objective was to evaluate the clinical profile along with dermoscopic features of clinically diagnosed cases of TSDF. Materials and Methods: The study was conducted on seventy-five patients attending the Department of Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy between April 2021 and September 2022 with clinical symptoms and signs suggestive of TSDF. Thorough history taking, clinical evaluation, and dermoscopic examination were performed, and data was recorded in a structured proforma with a sixteen-point questionnaire. Results: Sixty-eight percent of the patients were females, yielding a female-to-male ratio of 2.1:1. The most frequently affected age group was 26–35 years (48%), with a mean age of 31.8 years. The most common topical steroid employed was beclomethasone dipropionate 0.25% (33.33%), followed by clobetasol propionate 0.05% (29.33%). The most common clinical findings observed were erythema with hyperpigmentation (74.66%), followed by erythema with telangiectasia (34.66%). The most often observed dermoscopic findings were red, diffuse areas with vessels (61.33%), red, diffuse areas with an exaggerated pigment network (52%), and clustered vellus hairs with white vellus hair (44%). Conclusion: Topical corticosteroids are commonly abused drugs seen in modern clinical practice, resulting in a plethora of symptoms and creating a paramount dermatological concern. Dermoscopy plays a cardinal evaluating role in the early discernment and establishment of TSDF besides determining the gravity of damage. Key words: Topical steroid-dependent/damaged face (TSDF), Topical corticosteroids, Dermoscopy
Chronic leg ulcers in Senegal: Epidemiological and etiological study on 154 cases
Authors:   Dermatology of Aristide Le Dantec Hospital, Cheikh Anta Diop University of Dakar, Senegal, Diadie Saër , Diallo Moussa , Mendy Patrick , Diokhané Ibrahima , Sarr Mamadou , Ndour Niar , Diatta Boubacar Ahy , Dieng Mame Thierno , Niang Suzanne Oumou
Published: January 2024

Background: Our aim was to establish the epidemiological and etiological profile of chronic leg ulcers (CLUs) in Senegal. Methodology: We conducted a retrospective, descriptive, analytical study at the Dermatology Department of Aristide Le Dantec University Hospital Center (HALD) in Dakar from January 2008 to January 2018 (10 years). Data was entered in Excel and analyzed with Epi Info 7. Results: We recorded 154 cases. The sex ratio was 1.75. The main causes were vascular in 69 cases (44.8%), infectious in 29 (18.8%), and sickle cell disease in 15 (9.7%). Etiology has not been identified in 23 patients (15.1%). Vascular origin was venous in 64 cases (92% of vascular causes) without any statistical link with sex (p = 0.408), arterial in 3 (4%), and mixed in 2 (3%). Conclusion: In Senegal, LCUs are predominantly observed in young males. Causes are dominated by venous insufficiency, followed by infection. Key words: Chronic leg ulcer, Venous insufficiency, Senegal
utaneous verrucose phaeohyphomycosis due to Exophiala oligosperma in an immunocompetent host
Authors:   Infectology Service, Instituto Nacional de Cancerología, Mexico City, México, Barrientos-Flores Corazón , Vázquez-González Denisse , Moreno-López Luis Miguel , Araiza Javier , Nolasco-Hernández Brenda , Fierro-Arias Leonel , Ibarra-Morales Dalia , Bonifaz Alexandro
Published: January 2024

ABSTRACT Herein, we report a case of subcutaneous infection caused by Exophiala oligosperma. A verrucous plaque was the major clinical feature. A histopathological examination revealed features of suppurative granuloma. Mycological and molecular identification revealed E. oligosperma as the etiologic agent. After eight months of treatment, the lesion showed worsening due to the use of self-medication with topical hydrocortisone. A second biopsy was performed with direct examination (KOH 10%) showing dark pigmented septate hyphae, yeast and multiple dark hyphae were highlighted in biopsy with Gomori methenamine silver (GMS) staining. We report this case to show the rise of this infection in an immunocompetent patient and the effects of steroids. The patient was treated with itraconazole and cryosurgery. Key words: Phaeohyphomycosis, Cutaneous, Verrucose, Exophiala oligosperma, Melanized fungi, Immunocompetent host, Itraconazole, Cryosurgery, Chromoblastomycosis
La sociedad contra las élites: aproximación a las bases sociales del apoyo electoral a Petro en Colombia
Authors: Kessler Gabriel , Vommaro Gabriel , Rodríguez-Raga Juan Carlos , Calderón Herrera Juan Andrés
Published: January 2024

Objective/Context: One of the effects of the internal war in Colombia was to hinder the expression of the social conflict and of the organizations that mobilize the popular sectors. The plebiscite to ratify the Peace Accord aimed at putting an end to the war was a politically polarized juncture channeled through the electoral process. The shift in the centrality of the issue of the internal war after the signing of the Accord opened the possibility of expression of the social conflict. However, in a country with weak social and political organizations to shape this conflict, it is expressed: 1) without politically aligned framings; 2) as a generalized discontent with the elites and a feeling of “tilted playing field”. Therefore, political polarization after the plebiscite is low. We develop this argument based on the analysis of voters’ positions in relation to the most important issues of the political agenda: Peace Agreement, redistributive agenda (taxes and welfare) and governmental management of the COVID pandemic, and gender agenda. Methodology: The article is based on 16 focus groups conducted between September and November 2021 in three regions of Colombia —Bogotá, Antioquia and the Caribbean— in which voters from the two main 2018 electoral options participated, with gender balance and variation in occupation and between middle and lower classes. Conclusion: The data show that there is no political polarization at the citizen level. Instead, a high level of discontent towards political and economic elites is observed, which may be at the basis of electoral support for Petro in 2022. Originality: The article offers an alternative look at the perception that many Colombians have that they live in a polarized society and contributes to the understanding of electoral support for an “anti-system” force in the 2022 election.
El debate parlamentario sobre la destitución de Dilma Rousseff: la palabra de las senadoras brasileñas
Authors: De Barros Antonio Texeira , Cavalhero Myriam Violeta
Published: January 2024

Objetivo/contexto: el estudio tuvo como objetivo analizar el debate entre las senadoras brasileñas durante el juicio político a Dilma Rousseff, en 2016. Metodología: se utilizó el análisis del discurso sobre la principal cuestión examinada: ¿cómo fue el debate entre las senadoras, considerando el espectro ideológico-partidario y la posición con respecto a la destitución (a favor o en contra)? El análisis presenta un perfil político-ideológico de las senadoras, los argumentos que utilizaron en el debate, además de los diferentes usos de la defensa de la democracia.  Conclusiones: las senadoras de izquierda fueron más asiduas, además de repetir con mayor frecuencia sus argumentos, con el objetivo de aumentar la visibilidad discursiva. Asimismo, abordaron la inexistencia de un delito de responsabilidad, condición para el inicio de un proceso de juicio político. Las senadoras de derecha y centro, por su parte, recurrieron a modelos retóricos para reiterar que la entonces presidente de la República ya no estaba en condiciones de mantener una base parlamentaria que sustentara su gobierno. Las senadoras de este grupo también afirmaron que las investigaciones demostraron el uso de esquemas para disfrazar irresponsablemente las cuentas públicas, exclusivamente con miras a la reelección de Rousseff. Originalidad: es importante resaltar el hecho de que se trata de un análisis del impedimento de una mujer en el cargo de presidente de la República, desde la perspectiva femenina del órgano parlamentario del Senado, institución encargada de juzgar el proceso de juicio político.
Presentación del índice de representación femenina política departamental (Irfed): una aproximación para medir la presencia femenina en cargos de elección popular en el orden regional en Colombia
Authors: Moreno León Carlos , Cuenca Echeverry Jackeline
Published: January 2024

Objetivo/contexto: presentar el índice de representación femenina política departamental (Irfed). Esta herramienta permite contrastar espacial y temporalmente la manera en que se desarrolló la representación descriptiva de las mujeres entre 1992 y 2018. El Irfed ayuda a analizar cómo factores institucionales y regionales inciden en la representación descriptiva de las mujeres a nivel departamental; y, asimismo, se pueden evaluar los impactos que tiene la representación descriptiva en el reconocimiento de derechos de las mujeres a nivel espacial. Metodología: con información recopilada en la Registraduría Nacional del Estado Civil sobre la elección de mujeres en diferentes estamentos departamentales, se hizo un análisis factorial de componente principal para construir un índice que capturara el nivel de representación que obtuvieron las mujeres en cada uno de los departamentos de Colombia entre 1992 y 2016. Con este índice se analizó cómo algunos factores institucionales influyen en el acceso de las mujeres al poder público. Conclusiones: el Irfed es capaz de mostrar: primero, las variaciones en la representación descriptiva de las mujeres en términos espaciales y temporales; y, segundo, el efecto heterogéneo que han tenido los cambios institucionales que promueven el arribo de mujeres a cargos de elección popular en las regiones. Originalidad: el Irfed contribuye a la comprensión de la representación política de las mujeres en cargos de elección popular al desconcentrar la discusión de las instituciones nacionales de representación.
Pueblos indígenas amazónicos en la esfera pública peruana: la autorrepresentación en el conflicto de Bagua
Authors: Alayza Mujica Maria Rosa
Published: January 2024

Objetivo/contexto: con un discurso modernizador y socios empresariales, el expresidente peruano Alan García lideró la venta de tierras indígenas amazónicas a empresas petroleras. Los pueblos awajun y wampis respondieron, junto a aliados nacionales e internacionales, mediante varias movilizaciones conocidas como el Baguazo (2007-2009), con el fin de demandar la aplicación del Convenio 169 de la OIT. Se propone analizar, desde una perspectiva deliberativa, cómo la visibilización de los argumentos y representaciones culturales de los pueblos indígenas incidieron en su autorrepresentación en la esfera pública. Metodología: se revisan fuentes periodísticas, informes gubernamentales, comunicados de organizaciones nacionales e internacionales, y literatura sobre conflictividad social y pueblos indígenas. A partir de esta información se reconstruyeron la cronología y los discursos del conflicto. Conclusiones: los pueblos indígenas movilizados se autorrepresentaron al expresar sus demandas e identidades culturales (cosmogonías, nociones de territorio y desarrollo), y al oponerse a la venta de sus territorios. Así emergieron espacios públicos que irrumpieron en el imaginario nacional, donde sectores de la ciudadanía peruana los reconocieron por primera vez. Una red de aliados reprodujo y respaldó los argumentos indígenas, y les dio credibilidad ante quienes los desconocían. Empero, fue un avance parcial, pues se limitó a lo cultural sin traducirse al ámbito político, lo que se plasma en la ley de consulta previa (2011) que desconocía su soberanía. Originalidad: mientras la literatura sobre conflictos socioambientales está centrada en actores y estrategias, este artículo enfatiza los argumentos de los pueblos indígenas, su deliberación, difusión y poder de convencimiento frente al resto de la ciudadanía peruana.
Recent advances in application-oriented new generation diluted magnetic semiconductors
Authors: Peng Yi , Zhao Guo-Qiang , Deng Zheng , Jin Chang-Qing ,   Institute of Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, China,   School of Physics, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
Published: January 2024

Diluted ferromagnetic semiconductors (DMSs) have attracted widespread attention in last decades, owing to their potential applications in spintronic devices. But classical group-III-IV, and -V elements based DMS materials, such as (Ga,Mn)As which depend on heterovalent (Ga3+, Mn2+) doping, cannot separately control carrier and spin doping, and have seriously limited chemical solubilities, which are disadvantages for further improving the Curie temperatures. To overcome these difficulties, a new-generation DMS with independent spin and charge doping have been designed and synthesized. Their representatives are I-II-V based Li(Zn,Mn)As and II-II-V based (Ba,K)(Zn,Mn)2As2. In these new materials, doping isovalent Zn2+ and Mn2+ introduces only spins, while doping heterovalent non-magnetic elements introduces only charge. As a result, (Ba,K)(Zn,Mn)2As2 achieves Curie temperature of 230 K, a new record among DMS where ferromagnetic orderings are mediated by itinerate carriers. Herein, we summarize the recent advances in the new-generation DMS materials. The discovery and synthesis of several typical new-generation DMS materials are introduced. Physical properties are studied by using muon spin relaxation, angle-resolved photoemission spectroscopy and pair distribution function. The physical and chemical pressure effects on the title materials are demonstrated. The Andreev reflection junction based on single crystal and the measurement of spin polarization are exhibited. In the end, we demonstrate the potential multiple-parameter heterojunctions with DMSs superconductors and antiferromagnetic materials.
Humorous advertisement categories
Authors: Babinszki Emese , Balázs Katalin
Published: January 2024

Humour is a prevalent strategy in advertising, but research findings are contradictory regarding its effectiveness. A potential resolution of the contradictory findings could be to create a category system distinguishing between the basic types of humorous advertisements, which could systematically be used in future research. Several classifications have been reported and some typologies have been suggested, but none is based on the audience’s representations. Our aim was to identify the basic types of humorous advertisements with an approach that considers both the previous typologies and the non-experts’ representations.
In the present study, 18 humorous advertisements were assessed based on a questionnaire study with 13 questions and 246 adult participants. Based on the cluster analyses of the empirical data, three basic types of humorous advertisements were identified: taboo-breaking, exaggeration, and cute or sentimental humour. Eight items were differentiated most clearly among the humorous advertisement types. Both the humorous advertisement categories and the applied items are worth consideration in further studies. Conscious use of the identified categories in future research could help to develop a more comprehensive model of humorous advertising effects.
Humour-themed holistic learning processes in a Finnish primary school
Authors: Aerila Juli-Anna , Rönkkö Marja-Leena , Stenius Tuula
Published: January 2024

Although humour in education has shown positive research results, its use in Finnish classrooms is not common and is not included in Finland’s curricula. In this study, pupils’ humour is utilised as part of a holistic learning process in Finnish primary education. Implementing holistic learning processes means focusing on child-centredness, dissolving subject boundaries and concentrating on learning-to-learn skills, overall growth and traditional subject-learning goals. As a framework for the learning process, this study follows the guidelines of the Narratives and Crafts model, which aims to connect arts-based activities with different themes. This study aims to investigate the role of humour in the context of an arts-based learning process and to assess opportunities for its more conscious use in learning. The data were taken from the outcomes of 36 pupils during a holistic learning process and were analysed using qualitative content analysis. The results indicated that creative or arts-based activities and humour worked well together as a means for pupils to incorporate their inner thoughts and personal perceptions into their assignments. Furthermore, humour can be a source of a long-term process, and expressions of pupils’ humour can be steered by assignments and preliminary materials, as well as by collaboration with other pupils and the teacher. However, teachers should have more research-based information about humour in the classroom and about the importance of humour in the community and for pupils.
The humorous body
Authors: Khurana Neha
Published: January 2024

This paper is a commentary upon the mingling of the affective and discursive varieties of humour in the eighteenth century based on the observation that the body and bodily processes are at the core of humour in Laurence Sterne’s The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman. The author notes in this novel a curious coming together of the various conceptions of the functioning of the human body prevalent at that time and linguistic slippages. Linguistic quips aid in a slippery transition between the various conceptions of the body and discursive linguistic aspects, thus creating humour. Linguistic slips of this kind seem to be inspired by John Locke’s philosophy popular at the time, while an analysis using Henri Bergson’s essay on the comic is carried out to look at the mechanism in which humour is produced through the body in the novel as the iatromechanistic and humoral models of the body lend themselves to be seen as comic in the Bergsonian sense.
Brain tumor segmentation using U-Net in conjunction with EfficientNet
Authors: Lin Shu-You , Lin Chun-Ling
Published: January 2024

According to the Ten Leading Causes of Death Statistics Report by the Ministry of Health and Welfare in 2021, cancer ranks as the leading cause of mortality. Among them, pleomorphic glioblastoma is a common type of brain cancer. Brain cancer often occurs in the brain with unclear boundaries from normal brain tissue, necessitating assistance from experienced doctors to distinguish brain tumors before surgical resection to avoid damaging critical neural structures. In recent years, with the advancement of deep learning (DL) technology, artificial intelligence (AI) plays a vital role in disease diagnosis, especially in the field of image segmentation. This technology can aid doctors in locating and measuring brain tumors, while significantly reducing manpower and time costs. Currently, U-Net is one of the primary image segmentation techniques. It utilizes skip connections to combine high-level and low-level feature information, leading to significant improvements in segmentation accuracy. To further enhance the model’s performance, this study explores the feasibility of using EfficientNetV2 as an encoder in combination with U-net. Experimental results indicate that employing EfficientNetV2 as an encoder together with U-net can improve the segmentation model’s Dice score (loss = 0.0866, accuracy = 0.9977, and Dice similarity coefficient (DSC) = 0.9133).
21st Century Entrepreneurship Challenges and Opportunities
Authors: Mishra Payal , Padhy Chitrasena , Mishra Nibedita , Roy Dipanwita , Prasanna V. , Madhuri Chundru Ramya
Published: January 2024

Today, India has become the fastest-growing marketing platform in the business market. In the 21st century, entrepreneurship has also undergone a thoughtful transformation and is characterized by different innovations, global visions along with social and environmental responsibility. Different technologies like AI, blockchain, biotech, and renewable energy, which are the central part of this period's entrepreneurial victory, challenge predictable business models. Globalization facilitates with international access, diverse talent, and collaboration, which are significant result to an entrepreneur. 21st-century business people prioritize their societal and environmental impact. Agility and rapid adaptation are crucial to meet evolving market demands. Access to capital remains a challenge, but crowdfunding, angel investors, venture capital, and blockchain-based fundraising expand opportunities. Regulatory environments adapt to the disruptive potential of modern entrepreneurship. Beyond business, 21st-century entrepreneurs shape job markets, redefine work, and encourage adaptability and entrepreneurial thinking.
Asymmetric Response of Fiscal Sustainability to the Financial Development in Nigeria
Authors: Muhammad Mansur , Baffa Samira Sani , Ismail Ruqayyah Abubakar , Dahiru Ibrahim Muhammed
Published: January 2024

This study examines the asymmetric response of fiscal sustainability to financial development in Nigeria while augmenting the model with exchange rate volatility within the non-linear autoregressive distributed lag framework. The empirical evidence reveals that positive and negative shocks in domestic credit to the private sector result in significant unsustainable fiscal balance and fiscal sustainability both in the short run and long run respectively. Increase and decrease in annual market capitalization have a positive and negative significant impact on the fiscal sustainability in the long run respectively. Exchange rate devaluation or depreciation has a devastating effect on fiscal sustainability both in the short run and long run. Wald test revealed that credit to the private sector and annual market capitalization have an asymmetric effect on fiscal sustainability both in the short run and long run, while the exchange rate has no asymmetric effect on fiscal sustainability. For a sustainable fiscal stance, we recommend a financial model that channels credits towards productive activities to boost GDP as this will go a long way in reducing the debt-to-GDP ratio and enhancing solvency.