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¿Ellas se cuidan? Intersección entre géneros y salud mental de mujeres y diversidades internadas en centros de salud mental
Authors: Amendolaro Roxana , Percovich Nadia , Cáceres Carmen
Published: September 2024

La incorporación del enfoque de géneros y diversidad y el atravesamiento de discriminación y violencia por motivos de género, en particular violencias sexuales, que padecen las mujeres y diversidades internadas, es aún materia pendiente en el campo de la salud mental.
Con dicha materia pendiente como desafío, se fue configurando este texto a partir de, por un lado, la participación de las autoras en dispositivos territoriales de intervención para garantizar la asistencia integral de las mujeres y diversidades en situación de violenciapor motivos de género, y cómo ello llevaba a instalar la cuestión de los cuidados desde la perspectiva de derechos humanos en el centro de las agendas. Por otro, investigaciones realizadas en torno a derechos sexuales, reproductivos y no reproductivos de mujeres y diversidades internadas y consumos problemáticos en mujeres embarazadas y puérperas.
Finalmente, capacitaciones realizadas en hospitales psiquiátricos en torno el reconocimiento de los derechos sexuales, reproductivos y no reproductivos en las que los antecedentes de violencias por motivos de género, en particular violencias sexuales, comenzaban a delimitarse como parte de los antecedentes de los padecimientos mentales que determinaron la necesidad de las internaciones.
El propósito es poder dar cuenta de ese recorrido y de las propuestas que fueron surgiendo en estos diversos espacios y momentos.
Nos centraremos inicialmente en la posible intersección entre géneros, violencia por motivos de género y salud mental, tomando los antecedentes de los dispositivos existentes en materia de violencia por motivos de género. Posteriormente se abordará la categoría de cuidados, para luego pensar en condiciones de posibilidad que promuevan la garantía del derecho al cuidado de mujeres y diversidades con padecimiento mental. Se continuará con el desarrollo de la experiencia en el Hospital Esteves: un hospital psiquiátrico de mujeres del conurbano bonaerense, y las reflexiones sobre la garantía de acceso a derechos sexuales, reproductivos y no reproductivos de mujeres internadas por motivos de salud mental. Finalmente, y como resultado del mencionado recorrido, resaltaremos la necesidad de hacer visible la posible vinculación entre violencia sexual y padecimiento mental, a partir de un diseño de investigación que retoma las conclusiones de la experiencia en el Hospital Esteves.
Editorial
Authors: Galende Emiliano
Published: September 2024

Desde hace ya unos años se ha incorporado y aceptado que la prestación de cuidados de salud mental, y su tratamiento, sean prestados por un equipo de salud mental que representa a diferentes disciplinas. En la Ley Nacional de Salud Mental 26.657 esto se prescribe de modo explícito. Es decir: ya contamos con una legitimación e incumbencia legal, y también con una experiencia práctica en la formación de estos equipos en nuestro país, aún cuando al momento su presencia sólo exista en algunos servicios de salud mental, especialmente aquellos de atención primaria y servicios de psicopatología y psiquiatría en hospitales generales, pero no son los dominantes en la red de hospitales psiquiátricos y colonias. En este texto quiero hacer visible los aspectos epistemológicos y su funcionamiento en las prácticas de atención.
A Alfredo Moffatt
Authors: Elvira Mirta
Published: September 2024

Durante los años de cursada en la Facultad de Psicología concurrí a congresos y jornadas que nutrieron mi formación como futura psicóloga, pero nunca había vivido una experiencia tan intensa como cuando participé en el III Encuentro de la Red Latinoamericana de Alternativas a la Psiquiatría en el Hospital José Tiburcio Borda. Allí encontré grandes personalidades del campo de la salud mental que sin duda marcaron un rumbo. Participé en una actividad que coordinaba Alfredo Moffat y lo que me impactó fue la diversidad de personas en ese taller. Había una participación horizontal en cuanto a la circulación de la palabra, escuché a personas con padecimiento mental por fuera de las prácticas universitarias como pares, es decir, sintiendo y valorando la capacidad del considerado “loco” como nunca antes lo había vivenciado. En ese encuentro conocí a importantes referentes del campo de la salud mental como Amarante, Castex y Rotelli. Pero quién más me conmovió por su llegada a la gente fue Alfredo. Me impactó su destreza actitudinal y conceptual, su manera de comunicarse con las personas internadas. La forma de abordar los diferentes temas con un lenguaje accesible, claro y profundo. Cuando terminó la actividad grupal nos invitó a formar parte del grupo Cooperanza y el Bancadero.
Modos de vida en comunidades sustentables y cuidados en salud mental. Estudio de caso: Ecoaldea Centro Nakkal
Authors: Alazraki Lucía
Published: September 2024

El artículo presenta un recorte de la tesis de Maestría en Salud Mental Comunitaria cuyo interrogante ha sido ¿en qué medida el modo de vida comunitario en ecoaldeas se articula con el cuidado en salud mental y el Buen Vivir? Para dar respuesta a ello, se propuso describir y analizar los modos de vida comunitarios en una ecoaldea, en su articulación con el cuidado en salud mental y el Buen Vivir. El estudio asumió una estrategia metodológica de estudio de caso de corte cualitati-va, a partir de un diseño de tipo etnográfico desarrollado en una ecoaldea de la Provincia de Buenos Aires. Del análisis del corpus de datos recogido se desprende que la sustentabilidad como aglutinador de los proyectos ecoaldeanos organiza los modos de vida comunitarios, incluyendo tanto el contexto territorial como los vínculos que de allí surjan. Este modo de vida promueve relaciones de complementariedad, reciprocidad e interdependencia entre los elementos que componen la comunidad, lo cual entra en diálogo con la concepción del buen vivir y favorece la salud mental colectiva.
Evaluación de la calidad de la atención en Salud Mental, con enfoque de Derechos Humanos del Centro de Salud Mental Familiar Lampa en Santiago de Chile durante 2020
Authors: Pino Pérez Pamela
Published: September 2024

Con la reforma psiquiátrica en Chile se crea el Centro de Salud Mental Comunitario, haciendo uso de un nuevo modelo para la atención. Allí, la calidad y el respeto de los derechos humanos son fundamentales para el bienestar de los usuarios. Conocer la calidad de las atenciones con un enfoque de derechos humanos en el Centro de Salud Mental Familiar Lampa es el objetivo de este estudio. Método: para evaluarlo se administraron dos temas del QualityRights de la OMS: El derecho al goce de una salud física y mental del más alto nivel posible y El derecho a vivir en forma independiente y a ser incluido en la comunidad. Se entrevistó a siete usuarios, cinco familiares y seis trabajadores del centro de salud. La información se analizó siguiendo las indicaciones del instrumento y haciendo uso de Temple Analisys. Resultados: el Centro de Salud Mental Familiar Lampa obtuvo un logro parcial con relación a la disponibilidad de sus atenciones, un logro inicial para el plan de recuperación conducido por el usuario, personal calificado y calidad de la atención. Un logro no iniciado para medicación psicotrópica, disponibilidad de atención para salud general y todos los criterios para el apoyo social al usuario, dificultando la inclusión en su comunidad. Discusión: los resultados confirman la necesidad de adquisición de competencias y herramientas del modelo de salud mental comunitario entre los profesionales del Centro, para favorecer tratamientos de calidad, basados en el respeto de los derechos humanos.
Mil días de Musicoterapia en la Sala de rehabilitación intensiva del Hospital Pirovano (SaRIP)
Authors: Grinberg Jonathan
Published: September 2024

Este trabajo se basa en la experiencia profesional de un musicoterapeuta en una sala de rehabilitación intensiva de un hospital público en la Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires (CABA), Argentina. El servicio se llama “SaRIP” y, si bien fue creado durante la pandemia de Sars-Covid 19 en septiembre del 2020, actualmente continúa realizando su labor con diversas patologías que requieren de rehabilitación interdisciplinaria. Tiene como objetivo jerarquizar la salud pública y las políticas sanitarias de la población y, sobre todo, el acceso al derecho a la salud integral de todas las personas. Se plantea desarrollar la importancia del trabajo interdisciplinario, institucional y comunitario para abordar las recuperaciones desde una perspectiva compleja bio-psico-social. A su vez, se propone emprender una recorrida que parte del posicionamiento ético y teórico de la musicoterapia hasta articularlo posteriormente con la práctica clínica propiamente dicha.  Finalmente se describen dos dispositivos representativos de la Sala SaRIP creados en el espacio musicoterapéutico, tales como el Podcast SaRIP Pirovano y la Celebración del alta hospitalaria, donde se busca especificar los emergentes significativos que son dispositivos que se reconfiguran en distintos escenarios, a partir del trabajo colectivo en la búsqueda por garantizar el acceso a derechos.
Concepción autogestionaria, construcción de ciudades y territorios democráticos y salud mental comunitaria en la experiencia del Movimiento de Ocupantes e Inquilinos de Argentina
Authors: Rodríguez María Carla , Reinoldi Roxana Virginia
Published: September 2024

La etapa actual del capitalismo financiarizado -iniciada a mediados de los 70- ha potenciado procesos de urbanización generalizada, anticipados tempranamente por Henry Lefebvre (1972). En América Latina, esto ha profundizado el desarrollo territorial desigual: se exacerba la microsegregación de cercanía junto con la expansión desmesurada de las superficies urbanizadas. Como ha demostrado Samuel Jaramillo (2021), la especulación inductiva, sostenida por Estados nacionales y locales dirigidos por gobiernos tanto neoliberales como progresistas durante las últimas décadas, alentó operaciones de renovación urbana de alta gama con su secuela de gentrificación, urbanizaciones privadas amuralladas y extensos parques habitacionales que permanecen desocupados, porque ya no funcionan como viviendas sino como reservas de valor.
Cuidar “es no veneno": Salud mental comunitaria desde una organización campesina agroecológica
Authors: Burúa Caffarena Agustín , Vera Jazmín , Valdéz Cáceres Marcelo , Espinola Julio , Moya Tobar Alejandra
Published: September 2024

El tema "salud mental" ha tomado relevancia en la opinión pública paraguaya durante la pandemia por COVID y particularmente este año con las denuncias contra el Hospital Psiquiátrico de Asunción.
El objetivo de la investigación fue indagar la experiencia de la Asociación de Agricultura Agroecológica Oñoirũ (Edelira, Itapúa), sujeto de la investigación, como posible productora de salud mental comunitaria. El eje configurador de esta experiencia productiva es la filosofía y el estilo de vida campesino comunitario y agroecológico.
A través del reconocimiento de sus prácticas, identificamos ciertos principios de salud mental que cultivan y comparten entre todos. Algunos de estos elementos generadores de salud mental son los siguientes: Oñoirũ es parte de la naturaleza, no solo su “cuidadora”; los campesinos que comparten esta opción de vida entienden su resistencia territorial como “felicidad”; el reconocimiento de las sabidurías campesinas pone en valor a sus propios portadores.
La investigación se basa en los enfoques teóricos de la antropología social y la salud mental comunitaria. Metodológicamente, fue una investigación con abordaje cualitativo, con diseño etnográfico. Se emplearon técnicas tales como la observación participante, entrevistas grupales, entrevistas a profundidad, teatro foro, además de la revisión de la literatura de los referentes del tema. La perspectiva de la Investigación - Acción - Participativa nos permitió involucrar activamente a los sujetos en la propia investigación, así como a los investigadores en el cotidiano de Oñoirü.
Towards a critical co-construction of equity communities of practice in education
Authors: Robertson Lorayne , Trinier Jessica , Van Oostveen Roland
Published: September 2024

Students in Canada have unequal access to safe environments and learning in schools, which impacts their participation in education and their achievement of educational goals. Equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) courses for future educators are one way to help them see that the benefits of schooling are not equally available to all students. The authors describe how post-secondary students, who were members of equity-seeking communities and their allies, worked together with instructor guidance to co-create EDI courses. The students were already familiar with the fully online learning community model (FOLC) where student voice and agency feature prominently. As the students co-designed new EDI courses, the critical co-construction of equity model was developed. The model is anchored in human rights and relies on a shared spirit of equity humility. The model recognizes the need for student safety as well as the necessity of potentially uncomfortable conversations. While, in the past, equity teaching tended to focus on distinct aspects of oppression in society as individual topics, the co-construction of equity model relies, instead, on building bridges of equity concepts that cross oppressions. These cross-equity understandings can help future educators see the importance of dismantling oppression and rebuilding safer and more inclusive learning spaces in education.
Detection of Natural Enemies of the Whitefly (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae) in Southeastern Anatolia Region, Turkey1
Authors: Demírcíoğlu Mustafa Cihan , Bayhan Erol
Published: September 2024

A survey was conducted between 2019 and 2022 to identify natural enemies of the whitefly, Bemisia tabaci (Gennadius) (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae), in the provinces of Şırnak, Siirt, Batman, Diyarbakır, Mardin, Şanlıurfa, Adıyaman, Gaziantep, and Kilis in the Southeastern Anatolia Region of Turkey. Sampling using several different techniques was conducted in agricultural, nonagricultural, and forested areas throughout the duration of the study. We identified natural enemies of B. tabaci, which causes significant crop losses in Turkey and worldwide, with the objective of reducing chemical control in favor of promoting biological control of the pest in the coming years. In our survey, we collected and identified 37 species of predators and 2 species of parasitoids as natural enemies. Of those, the greatest number of species were from the family Coccinellidae (Coleoptera). Coccinella septempunctata (L.), Hippodamia variegata (Goeze), and Orius laevigatus (Fieber) were found in all provinces surveyed.
Unlocking the relationship between destination brand value and tourists' intentions to visit: A case study in Quang Binh province
Authors: Chi Nguyen Thi Phuong
Published: September 2024

This study aims to explore the factors that constitute the concept of destination brand value and analyze the influence of these elements on tourists' intention to choose a destination. The destination is seen as a brand that builds and maintains a unique venue image, enhances its competitive position and attracts visitors to this destination. Vietnam has much potential to attract tourists with its scenic landscapes and historical cultural relics. However, since COVID-19, attracting tourists has yet to be able to compete with other countries in the region such as Thailand, Singapore and the Philippines. How can Vietnamese destination brand value be improved to compete in attracting tourists? To answer the above research question, a quantitative approach was applied. Data was collected from 295 tourists intending to visit Quang Binh, a central province of Vietnam with many famous natural, cultural and historical attractions. Through exploratory factor analysis, research results show that three factors of brand value impact the online travel experience: destination image brand quality, destination brand awareness and destination brand image. This study confirms the positive relationship between online destination brand experience and destination intention to visit. Some implications are proposed for managers in the tourism industry to improve the competitive advantage of the Quang Binh destination brand.
The influence of entrepreneurial orientation on business performance of SMEs: Evidence from Kathmandu, Nepal
Authors: Lama Padam Bahadur , Subedi Rita , Lamichhane Basu Dev , Rimal Srijana
Published: September 2024

The purpose of the study was to investigate the impact of entrepreneurial orientation comprising autonomy, innovation, networking, and pro-activeness on business performance in Nepalese context. The literature of entrepreneurial orientation concerning to business performance depicted distinct directions with divergent and unsettled evidences. This research was conducted to address the research objective and for testing hypotheses. Thus, this study employed a descriptive and causal-comparative research approach, through cross-sectional data to gather information from participants to address research issues and objectives. A structured questionnaire of total 425 adopting the convenience sampling technique distributed among the targeted respondents in Kathmandu and received only 410 useful questionnaire for analysis. The findings of the study revealed that entrepreneurial orientation comprising autonomy, innovation, networking, and pro-activeness behavior found positively associated with the business performance of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Kathmandu, Nepal. There was a positive impact of entrepreneurial orientation on SMEs' business performance. It showed that better entrepreneurial orientation leads towards better business performance. This research contributes for better understanding of the association between entrepreneurs’ orientation and business performance with their effect for business performance. This study establishes significant benchmark to a number of stakeholders consisting entrepreneurs, educators, academic institutions, regulators, and policymakers for a better understanding and optimum execution of the research outcomes to prepare effective policies for entrepreneurship development.
Research Proposal about Perceived Richness of Media and Its Choice in Organizations
Authors: Parraguez Cristian Cortes
Published: September 2024

Este artículo presenta el estado del arte como algo más que una simple técnica de investigación. Se trata de una búsqueda de nuevos sentidos, que va más allá del nivel descriptivo de los datos para establecer nuevas relaciones de análisis dentro de las categorías del objeto de estudio en diferentes trabajos de investigación, y proponer nuevos enfoques de investigación y formación. Para ello, se sugiere un nuevo enfoque conceptual sobre el estado del arte, sus orígenes y su definición. Además, se sugiere firmemente que los métodos de investigación alternativos incluyen tres elementos esenciales. Es recomendable avanzar en los campos teóricos y metodológicos del estado del arte, como propuesta para obtener una visión crítica de las estrategias metodológicas del objeto de estudio que promuevan la implicación, la autocrítica y la reflexión dentro de las comunidades educativas.
Atuação do tutor municipal no projeto Planificação da Atenção à Saúde: fatores intervenientes
Authors: Lima Barros Aurilívia Carolinne , Padilha Barros Eduardo , Do Vale Nascimento Wiherlan , Belmonte Pereira Moreira Sandra Maria
Published: September 2024

Objetivo: identificar e explorar os fatores intervenientes na atuação do tutor municipal na planificação da atenção à saúde em municípios de uma região de saúde na Amazônia brasileira Método: pesquisa documental, quantitativa, na qual foram utilizados relatórios de atividades e planilhas de monitoramento validadas, fornecidos pela instituição cedente. Trabalhou-se com unidades laboratório aderidas, realizada em 2023. Foram investigados 12 fatores quanto à presença ou ausência na atuação do tutor. A análise foi descritiva. Resultados: considerou-se 21 tutores, inseridos em 21 unidades laboratório, das quais 71,4% conseguiram alcançar todas as etapas propostas para execução. Os fatores intervenientes com presença mais significativa nos achados foram: Conhecimento Técnico, Abertura à Mudança, Assiduidade das atividades e Estabilidade da Gestão. Quanto aos fatores cuja ausência foi mais significativa, verificou-se: vínculo empregatício instável com 81% e impacto de influências políticas com 71,4%. Conclusão: a maior parte dos tutores conseguiu concluir as atividades do projeto de Planificação da Atenção à Saúde com êxito, gerando, assim, resultados sanitários efetivos para a população de seu território de atuação.
Cechy procesu karnego prowadzonego na podstawie Kodeksu Hammurabiego a zasady współczesnego polskiego procesu karnego – studium prawnoporównawcze
Authors: Woelke Hubert
Published: September 2024

Niniejszy artykuł ma na celu porównanie głównych założeń procesu karnego w czasach obowiązywania Kodeksu Hammurabiego z ogólnymi założeniami współczesnego polskiego procesu karnego. Dokonywane jest to poprzez porównanie wybranych cech procesu karnego w czasach Kodeksu Hammurabiego z wybranymi zasadami współczesnego procesu karnego w Polsce, przy tym objaśniana jest różnica między cechami a zasadami procesu. Głównym instrumentem badawczym jest zgłębienie doktryny w przedmiocie zasad procesu karnego obecnie, jak i badań dotyczących procesu karnego w czasach Hammurabiego. Pozwala to na szersze spojrzenie na proces współcześnie i czerpanie wzorców ze słynnej i przełomowej regulacji prawnej, której reminiscencje można dostrzec do dziś.
Comparison of Obstetric Outcomes Among Various Weight Strata in a Teaching Hospital in Southwest, Nigeria
Authors: Okunola Temitope Omoladun , Olofinbiyi Babatunde Ajayi , Awoleke Jacob Olumuyiwa , Aduloju Olusola Peter , Olagbuji Nelson Biodun , Olaogun Oluwole Dominic , Olofinbiyi Olufunke Rebecca
Published: September 2024

AIM:The aim of the study is to evaluate the trend in adverse obstetric outcomes of parturients across the spectrum of body mass index.

METHODS:This is a cohort study of pregnant women who received obstetric care at the Obstetrics and Gynecology Department of the Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital, Ado-Ekiti, between January 2015 and December 2015. The data were prospectively collected into the Obstetric Data Registry of the department. Composite adverse maternal outcomes and composite adverse fetal outcomes were obtained for each group. Data were analyzed with SPSS version 24, and ap-value of less than .05 was considered statistically significant.

RESULTS:Out of the 1,006 parturients, 334 (33.2%) were obese. Composite adverse maternal outcome increased from 35.1% for women with normal weight to 62.3% for obese women (p< .001). Composite adverse fetal outcome also increased from 25.9% for women with normal weight to 30% for obese women (p< .001). The odds of composite adverse maternal outcome were increased in overweight women (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] 1.52, 95% confidence interval [CI] [1.12, 3.49]) and obese women (aOR 1.65, 95% CI [1.21, 2.24]) compared with women with normal weight. Also, the odds of composite adverse fetal outcome were reduced in overweight (aOR 0.64, 95% CI [0.44, 0.93]) but increased in underweight (aOR 4.78, 95% CI [2.00, 11.44]) and obese (aOR 1.16, 95% CI [1.03, 12.39]) women.

CONCLUSION:Composite adverse obstetric outcomes were increased in underweight, overweight, and obese women when compared with women with normal weight.
The Effect of Cosmetic Makeup on Body Imagery and Anxiety and Depression in Patients Undergoing Postoperative Chemotherapy for Breast Cancer: A Randomized Controlled Study
Authors: Zheng Xiang Ying , Ye Li Shi , Wei Wei , Chen Ling Yan , Zheng Ying Fang , You Xue Fen
Published: September 2024

Purpose:The objective was to compare the body images of breast cancer patients undergoing postoperative chemotherapy and the varying degrees of their anxiety and depression. The comparison involved those who received four consecutive cycles of cosmetic makeup and those who did not.Patients and Methods:Seventy-four breast cancer patients receiving postoperative chemotherapy were randomly assigned to either the control group or the intervention group. The control group received usual care, while the intervention group received four consecutive cycles of chemotherapy along with cosmetic makeup intervention on top of usual care. The intervention was carried out on the first day after the completion of each chemotherapy cycle. Assessments were made before the first intervention and 1 month after the fourth intervention using the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale and the Scale of Body Imagery.Results:After four cycles of intervention, significant differences emerged between the intervention and control groups regarding anxiety, depression, and body imagery. Additionally, within the intervention group, notable changes in these aspects were observed over time.Conclusion:The results showed that cosmetic interventions can effectively reduce the level of anxiety and depression of breast cancer patients receiving postoperative chemotherapy and effectively improve the body imagery of patients.
Renal embolization for trauma: a narrative review
Authors: Lee Peter , Roh Simon
Published: September 2024

Renal injuries commonly occur in association with blunt trauma, especially in the setting of motorvehicle accidents. Contrast-enhanced computed tomography is considered the gold-standard imagingmodality to assess patients for renal injuries in the setting of blunt and penetrating trauma, andto help classify injuries based on the American Association for the Surgery of Trauma injury scoringscale. The management of renal trauma has evolved in the past several decades, with a notable shifttowards a more conservative, nonoperative approach. Advancements in imaging and interventionalradiological techniques have enabled diagnostic angiography with angiographic catheter-directedembolization to become a viable option, making it possible to avoid surgical interventions that posean increased risk of nephrectomy. This review describes the current management of renal trauma,with an emphasis on renal artery embolization techniques.
CREATING NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR TOURISM DEVELOPMENT THROUGH CROSS-BORDER COLLABORATION: SHEDDING LIGHT ON OVERLOOKED DESTINATIONS
Authors: PARDO Maria Carmen , ALMEIDA Sofia , CAMPOS Ana Cláudia
Published: September 2024

Purpose – The aim of this investigation is to explore opportunities for advancing cross-border tourism in the Iberian Peninsula. Methodology/Design/Approach – In this study, focus groups and in-depth interviews were conducted to both public and private stakeholders in the cross-border regions. Findings – Findings indicate that the cross-border areas in Portugal and Spain are perceived by stakeholders from both countries as familiar territories and also that there are signs of transnational cooperation. This indicates there is significant potential for the advancement of cross-border tourism in the Iberian Peninsula. Nonetheless, the study concludes that more initiatives are required, beginning with the creation of an adequate organization to build the cross-border destination. Originality of the research – The research delivers managerial insights to assist public and private actors in developing this cross-border destination, such as the need to curtail contextual expenses or accentuate the public sector’s role in stimulating private sector’s involvement in the process.
Monitoring and Remote Control of Solar Tracker Using MQTT Technologies
Authors: Inglés Muñoz Tomás , Guerrero-González Antonio , Lloret Abrisqueta Francisco
Published: September 2024

This study presents the development and implementation of a remote monitoring system for a dual-axis solar tracker, integrating Industry 4.0 technologies such as IoT, SCADA, and MQTT. The system, which combines a Siemens S7-1200 PLC, an IoT gateway, and a SCADA platform based on Ignition, demonstrated significant increases in solar capture efficiency, with production gains of 25-30% compared to fixed systems, reaching up to 67.65% under ideal conditions. In addition to improving operational management through predictive monitoring and early fault detection, the study identified areas for improvement, such as the need for real-world testing and the integration of weather predictions. In conclusion, the research validates the feasibility and effectiveness of automated IoT and SCADA-based systems to optimize solar trackers, significantly contributing to improved energy efficiency in photovoltaic installations.
The Paradox of Decentralization: Impact on Corruption in Water Utilities
Authors: Verwoerd Jan
Published: September 2024

This study examines the impact of decentralisation on corruption levels in water utilities across central India, challenging the widely held assumption that decentralisation reduces corruption. Using experience-based measures and a natural experiment approach, the research compares corruption levels between centralised and decentralised water supply agencies Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh. The study employs a longitudinal survey conducted from over five years, focusing on bribery in various aspects of water service provision. Results indicate that decentralised agencies exhibit significantly higher levels of corruption compared to centralised ones, particularly in the initial stages of decentralisation. While a gradual reduction in corruption is observed over time, the difference between decentralised and centralised utilities remains significant in the medium term. These findings contradict the simplistic view of decentralisation as a cure-all for governance issues and highlight the need for a more nuanced understanding of its effects on public service provision. The study contributes to the ongoing debate on decentralisation policies and their implications for corruption in developing countries, offering valuable insights for managers
Evaluating the Impact of an Educational Intervention Using Project-Based Learning on Post-Pandemic Recovery in Rural Colombia
Authors: Arrieta-Cohen Mercedes Carmen , Torres-Arizal Luz Angela , Gómez-Yepes Ricardo León
Published: September 2024

This study evaluates the impact of a Project-Based Learning (PBL) intervention on post-pandemic educational recovery in rural Colombia, focusing on student competencies in mathematics, language, science, and 21st-century skills. Conducted in rural schools, the intervention aimed to address significant learning gaps exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic by providing teacher training and direct student support. A pretest-posttest single-group design was used to assess the effectiveness of the intervention, with standardized tests measuring academic competencies and an analytical rubric evaluating 21st-century skills. The results indicate significant improvements in math, language, and science test scores, with notable gains in problem-solving, collaborative work, communication, and critical thinking. However, a decline in creativity scores highlights the need for a stronger emphasis on fostering creativity within the PBL framework. Gender differences were observed, with female students generally outperforming males, suggesting the need for tailored instructional approaches. The study's limitations, including the absence of a control group, non-random sampling, and the use of subjective assessment methods, are acknowledged, with recommendations for future research to address these issues. Despite these limitations, the findings underscore the potential of PBL to enhance student learning outcomes in rural settings, offering valuable insights for educators and policymakers aiming to support educational recovery and development in similar contexts. Further research is recommended to explore the long-term effects of PBL and to refine the intervention for broader implementation.
Residual Flexural Performance of Large-Scale Ferronickel Slag Alkali-Activated Concrete Slabs After Fire Exposure
Authors: Arce Andres , Kapsalis Panagiotis , Stefanini Laura , Papanicolaou Catherine G. , Triantafillou Thanasis C.
Published: September 2024

This paper investigates the flexural behavior of unfired and fired one-way slabs constructed from reinforced ferronickel slag-based alkali-activated concrete. The study aims to expand the limited knowledge of large-scale testing of alkali-activated concrete structural elements, with a particular emphasis on their post-fire performance. Four slabs, each measuring 2.1 × 0.9 × 0.18 m³, were produced—two made of alkali-activated concrete and two of conventional concrete incorporating ordinary Portland cement. Both types of concrete exhibited similar compressive strengths. In each group, one slab served as a reference (control specimen—tested under monotonic four-point bending in its original state), while the other was subjected to a standard fire curve on the tensioned side before mechanical testing. The fired slabs were then tested in a cooled condition under ambient conditions. The effect of fire on the alkali-activated concrete was further examined using mercury intrusion porosity and scanning electron microscopy. The results reveal that the load capacity of structural members cast with alkali-activated concrete is only slightly lower than that of their conventional concrete counterparts (6% lower). However, the alkaliactivated slabs retain more of their stiffness and ductility after fire exposure.
Evaluating the Sustainable Performances of Ocean Carriers in the Global Shipping Market: A Longitudinal Study
Authors: Ma Jin-Hee , Min Hokey , Ahn Young Hyo
Published: September 2024

Reeling from the global supply chain crisis created by the COVID-19 pandemic, the maritime industry still faces multifaceted challenges for its sustainable survival. Those challenges include shifts in trade routes, congestion at major seaports, container shortages, volatility in fuel prices, the scarcity of skilled maritime labor, and potential technical glitches stemming from digitized maritime operations. To help the maritime industry handle these challenges, this paper identifies major drivers and deterrents that affect the efficiency of ocean carriers’ performances over time using two different versions of data envelopment analysis (DEA) models and the Malmquist Productivity Index (MPI). After evaluating the operating efficiencies of multinational ocean carriers across the globe over extended periods (pre- and post-pandemic periods), we developed a benchmark standard that can guide best-in-class sustainable maritime practices.
Oncologists' communication about tobacco and alcohol use during treatment for esophagogastric cancer: a qualitative observational study of simulated consultations
Authors: Hoek Danique W. Bos-van den , de Water Lois F. van , Hoedjes Meeke , Roodbeen Ruud , Klarenbeek Bastiaan , Geijsen Debby , Smets Ellen M.A. , Laarhoven Hanneke W.M. van , Henselmans Inge
Published: September 2024

Purpose
Tobacco and alcohol use influence cancer risk as well as treatment outcomes, specifically for esophageal and gastric cancer patients. Therefore, it is an important topic to discuss during consultations. This study aims to uncover medical, radiation and surgical oncologists’ communication about substance use, i.e., tobacco and alcohol use, in simulated consultations about curative and palliative esophagogastric cancer treatment.
Methods
Secondary analyses were performed on n = 40 standardized patient assessments (SPAs) collected in three Dutch clinical studies. Simulated patients with esophagogastric cancer were instructed to ask about smoking or alcohol use during treatment. The responses of the 40 medical, radiation and surgical oncologists were transcribed verbatim and thematic analysis was performed in MaxQDA.
Results
Oncologists consistently advocated smoking cessation during curative treatment. There was more variation in their recommendations and arguments in the palliative compared to the curative setting and when addressing alcohol use instead of smoking. Overall, oncologists were less stringent regarding a behavior change in the palliative than in the curative setting. Few oncologists actively inquired about the patient’s perspective on the substance use behavior, the recommended substance use change or the support offered.
Conclusion
Clear guidelines for oncologists on when and how to provide unequivocal recommendations about substance use behavior change and support to patients are needed. Oncologists might benefit from education on how to engage in a conversation about smoking or alcohol.
Aftershock analysis and forecasting for the crustal seismicity in Romania
Authors: Ghita Cristian , Enescu Bogdan , Marinus Alexandru , Moldovan Iren-Adelina , Ionescu Constantin , Constantinescu Eduard Gabriel
Published: September 2024

Romania is known for its persistent seismicity at intermediate-depths in the Vrancea region, however crustal areas are also a significant source of seismic hazard, although large shallow events are less common. This study is a first attempt to characterize statistically and propose a forecasting model for two recent aftershock sequences occurred at crustal depths in 2014 and 2023, following mainshocks of moderate magnitudes (Mw5.4 for both mainshocks). We apply a robust approach based on a state-of-the-art procedure developed and tested previously for Japan, which is able to determine in quasi real-time the parameters of the Gutemberg-Richter law and Omori-Utsu law for aftershocks and provide probability estimates of larger events, which can be updated in real time. For both the 2014 Vrancea-Marasesti and 2023 Gorj sequences we test several relatively short (hours to day) learning periods and subsequent forecasting periods. Both sequences are characterized by relatively high b-values (~ 1.2), obtained for all tested learning periods, which may point out to the release of stress following the mainshocks or the presence of crustal fluids in the studied regions. The aftershock decay is characterized by a parameter p of around 1.0, commonly observed for crustal aftershock sequences. The c-value, which indicates the onset time of the power-law decay of aftershocks, is on the order of minutes to hours. Although the two studied sequences follow mainshocks having the same magnitude, the probability of larger aftershocks for the 2023 Gorj sequence are larger. The results obtained in this study are encouraging for the development of a real-time monitoring and forecasting system for the Romanian crustal seismicity.
Harnessing Biogas from STPs for Sustainable Energy: A Techno-Economic Study
Authors: Perez Nestor Proenza , Cabral Edilson Adriao , Bimestre Thiago Abelardo , Loures Carla Almeida , Maya Diego Yepes , Ribeiro Luis Frölen
Published: September 2024

The pursuit of affordable renewable energy sources has increased interest in biogas. One of the sources used to produce this fuel type is organic waste, which turns what would have been discarded into a valuable product. This study evaluated the potential and economic feasibility of generating electricity using biogas produced in a sewage treatment plant. The plant currently operates with an average inflow of 25 litres per second, producing an estimated 9.69 cubic meters of biogas per hour. The electricity generated has a potential of 125.22 megawatt-hours per year, meeting 47.4% of the plant's electricity needs. The average cost of the electricity produced ranges from 0.09 to 0.12 R$/kWh, depending on the interest rate used. The economic analysis suggests a maximum payback period of two years for the initial investment, with a net present value (NPV) of R$ 47,687.49 over the project's 20-year lifespan. Additionally, extrapolating the results to account for future expansion of the sewage treatment plant based on the total population in the region served by the sewage system reveals even more promising results.
Surface rejuvenation of near-Earth asteroids triggered by planetary shadows
Authors: Kitazato Kohei , Sakurai Sho , Hyodo Ryuki , Hirata Naru
Published: September 2024

Near-Earth asteroids (NEAs) are small, airless bodies that orbit in near-Earth space. Recent studies suggest that surface rocks on NEAs can undergo crack growth and fragmentation due to mechanical stresses induced by diurnal temperature cycling. This thermal fatigue process has the potential to rejuvenate asteroid surfaces that have aged due to solar wind irradiation and micrometeorite impacts. However, the mechanism by which initial cracks are generated as a trigger for thermal fatigue fragmentation is not well understood. Here we show that NEAs can experience rapid temperature changes sufficient to generate microcracks in surface rocks as they pass through the shadow of a terrestrial planet. Our statistical analysis of backward orbital integrations demonstrates that NEAs pass through planetary shadows more often than they encounter planets at distances where planetary tides become effective. We also found that the duration of shadow passages is shorter than the average spin period of asteroids, indicating that expansion stress from rapid heating occurs immediately after contraction stress from rapid cooling. These results suggest that thermal shock caused by planetary shadows may play a key role in triggering surface rejuvenation of NEAs.
Observationally Constrained Emissions Variability Contributes Significantly to Global NOx, CO, and CO2 Emissions
Authors: Wang Shuo , Cohen Jason , Guan Luoyao , Lu Lingxiao , Tiwari Pravash , Qin Kai
Published: September 2024

Due to relatively short lifetime and wide variability, global-scale high-resolution emission inventories of trace gasses need further improvement to match ground-based observations, especially with respect to extreme events and changing sources. This work uses two satellites in tandem to globally constrain daily to weekly emissions of NOx and CO grid-by-grid over the most changing regions. The emissions of NOx and CO are respectively computed as 5.76×105-6.25×106 MT/yr and 1.06×107-2.78×107 MT/yr, representing a mean 200% and 130% increase over existing inventories. A considerable amount of emissions comes from: regions not previously identified, short-to-medium term temporal variation, and three source types (biomass burning, long-range transport, and mixed). The extra CO2 emissions due to chemical decay of extra CO leads to an annual average increase of 3.5% from Central Africa and 6.1% from the Amazon, reflecting the importance of addressing CO from biomass burning.
Satisfaction of virtual Education based on the Importance-Performance Analysis during the COVID-19 pandemic in Nursing Students: An analytical study
Authors: Sigaroudi AbdolHossein Emami , Saripour Elnaz , Poursheikhian Majid , Maroofizade Saman
Published: September 2024

Background
Understanding students' satisfaction and academic performance towards virtual education helps educational planners achieve more effective virtual education to attain educational goals. This study determined the satisfaction with virtual education based on the importance-performance analysis model during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Methods
In this analytical-cross-sectional study, 200 nursing students participated using a random sampling method. The instruments used were a demographic questionnaire and a Questionnaire on students' satisfaction with virtual education based on the importance-performance analysis model. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Multiple linear regression analysis in SPSS software version 16.
Results
Students' satisfaction with virtual education was higher than the average regarding importance (3.54 ± 0.60) and performance (2.80 ± 0.72). In the IPA model, 6 items with the topics of "interaction between students," "active participation," "suitability of the home environment for learning," "access to the Internet at a suitable speed," "interaction between professor and student," "access to equipment" Suitable for connecting to the Internet," were located in the first quarter of the importance-performance matrix, which, despite its high importance in determining the satisfaction of learners, did not have optimal performance.
Conclusion
In general, the facilities and conditions of virtual education need to be reformed. Students' interaction with each other and the professor, participation during training, Internet speed, conditions, and equipment needed to connect to the Internet should be considered and prioritized for improvement.
Combining real-time and historic marine mammal information for sonar risk assessment forecasting and backtesting
Authors: Day Andrew
Published: September 2024

Incorporating (near) real-time detection data into active sonar risk assessments has been difficult due to challenges in collecting the data and fusing multiple sensing modalities. A mixture model is developed in this work which splits marine mammals in the area into known and unknown mammals according to the detections made by sensors. The spatial-temporal coverage of the same sensors is also incorporated since they provide additional information on where the mammals are not located when no detections have been made. The detection data is used to conditionally update the probability of harm to the known and unknown marine mammals due to active sonar and the probability of where to find these mammals. The total number of harmed mammals are aggregated, and worst-case scenarios are quantified using risk measures from mathematical finance. These risk measures also provide a way to backtest the underlying models the risk framework depends on. An example backtest against the underlying mammal density model is shown using the Value-at-risk measure with simulated detection data. This work is a promising further step towards leveraging real-time monitoring data for minimizing the risk of harm to marine mammals.
Identification of sepsis-related genes by integrating eQTL data with Mendelian randomization analysis
Authors: Wen Chao , Yang Dongliang , Guo Hongyan , Dong Chuankun , Peng Qingyun , Zhao Jiangwei , Wang Runan , Li Yingqi , Li Yuanhao , Yang Suosuo , Ren Yanbo , Kang Jian , Li Yuling
Published: September 2024

Background
Sepsis is defined as a life-threatening organ dysfunction caused by a dysfunctional host response to infection and is associated with a high mortality. However, there is currently no effective treatment strategy for sepsis.
Methods
We obtained GSE263789, GSE54514 and GSE66099 from the Gene Expression Omnibus (GEO) database and selected differentially expressed genes (DEGs). We extracted expression quantitative trait loci (eQTL) as exposure and sepsis GWAS as outcome from the IEU Open GWAS database. MR analysis was used to assess causality between eQTL and sepsis. The overlapping genes of DEGs with significant eQTL were identified as key genes. Enrichment analysis and immune cell infiltration analysis were performed and the expression of key genes was verified in a validation cohort.
Results
The 18 genes were identified as sepsis-related key genes, including 11 up-regulated genes (SEMA4A, LRPAP1, FAM89B, TOMM40L, SLC22A15, MACF1, MCTP2, NTSR1, PNKD, ACTR10, CPNE3) and 7 down-regulated genes (IKZF3, TNFRSF25, HDC, HCP5, LYRM4, TFAM, RPS15A). Enrichment analyses showed that these key genes are mainly involved in biological processes related to immune and inflammatory response. Compared with healthy controls, the abundance of neutrophils and activated mast cells increased in the sepsis group. Most of the key genes are correlated with immune cells, including neutrophils, CD8 T cells, resting NK cells, plasma cells, memory B cells, and macrophage subtypes.
Conclusion
By combining bioinformatics and MR analysis, we identified key genes associated with sepsis, enhancing our understanding of the genetic pathogenesis of sepsis and providing new insights into therapeutic targets for sepsis.