bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
“How-to” TEDx Talks: Stage organisations and meaning expansions
Authors: Riesky Riesky , Purnomo Prudence Ardhaneswary
Published: February 2025

TEDx has emerged as a prominent digital platform for public speaking that organises talks featuring experts’ insights and innovative ideas for a global audience. The “how-to” talks, where the speakers deliver a compelling idea to persuade the audience to take action or to adopt a belief, have become one of the most popular. These talks present structured ideas in stages that set up and resolve expectations. Drawing on Hasan’s (1985) generic structure potential, Mann and Thompson’s (1987) rhetorical structure theory, and Martin’s (1994) concept of macrogenre, this qualitative study investigates how five popular “how-to” TEDx talks are organised in stages, how the stages are connected, and how meaning is expanded in each stage of the talks. The results of the analysis revealed that the talks are organised around four obligatory stages, further labelled as Hook, Contention, Advice, and Closure, with a possible addition of one optional stage Demonstration, creating a prototypical structure. Regarding the connections between stages, a nuclear structure is formed, resembling an orbital model. This model positions the Advice stage as the Nucleus, substantially delivering the “how-to” message, while the other stages act as Satellites, supporting the central message. The findings also reveal the predominant use of various elemental genres, such as procedure, observation, analytical exposition, hortatory exposition, and factorial explanation, as well as non-elemental genres, including rhetorical questions and calls to action. All of these genres contribute to expanding the meaning potential of each stage.
La necrópolis de Santa Ana (Guzmán, Burgos). Localización y caracterización mediante prospección superficial
Authors: Tobalina Pulido Leticia , Polo Romero Luis Alberto , Suárez López Pedro Antonio
Published: February 2025

The use of non-invasive techniques for the study of medieval necropolises has traditionally focused on the use of georadar and extensive survey methods, with intensive pedestrian surface prospecting being applied prefrentially to characterise habitational spaces. Thus, this article provides an innovation by using intensive pedestrian surface prospection to locate and characterise the necropolis associated with the hermitage of Santa Ana in Guzmán (Burgos). Intensive pedestrian surface prospecting was combined with laboratory analysis of documented surface bone remains and the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) through the analysis of aerial photographs, historical orthophotos, and LiDAR data. This approach has allowed the characterisation of the burial area without the need for archaeological excavations. The research has provided a better understanding of an area heavily eroded by agricultural activities.
Modern scientific approaches to understanding patient-centered healthcare
Authors: Romanova Tatyana E.
Published: February 2025

Background. The modern scientific discussion actively discusses the problem of the transition from a biomedical healthcare system focused on disease and medical technologies to new models of medical care, due to changes in demography, digitalization of society and medicine, economic and a number of other reasons. When discussing new concepts for the further development of healthcare, the relevance of patient orientation is noted, which ceases to be a passive target of medical intervention, but is a participant in the management of their health and care [6]. At the same time, the concepts of "patient orientation", "patient-centered medical care" and others are actively used, but there is no clear definition of this term. AIM: to analyze the conceptual framework related to the development of patient-oriented healthcare at the present stage. Methods: the search and selection of the necessary sources was carried out using Russian and foreign electronic library systems and databases on keywords and their combinations. Results: An analysis of the sources showed that the concept of “patient orientation” is considered in the aspect of creating a concept (system of views) for the development of healthcare, a model of medical care, the principle of organization of medical care and characteristics of medical care, medical institution or employee. The main characteristics of patient orientation include: treating the patient as a person, taking into account the patient's experience, making decisions together, and ensuring effective communication between the patient and the doctor. Conclusions: patient orientation forms the basis of a number of ideologically similar concepts and models of healthcare development, which makes it possible to consider it as a principle of medical care based on the harmonization of maximum responsiveness of the healthcare system and its representatives at all levels to the patient's wishes about the process and outcome of medical care and modern healthcare capabilities.
Pengaruh Penggunaan Media Boneka dan Teknik Cerita Berangkai Terhadap Kemampuan Bercerita Siswa Kelas II Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Susiana Tyas , Muhsin Mokhamat , Amini Mukti
Published: February 2025

Kemampuan bercerita siswa kelas II Sekolah Dasar (SD) terbilang rendah sehingga perlu tindakan sebagai alternatif pemecahan masalah. Upaya yang tepat adalah dengan cara penggunaan media boneka dan teknik cerita berangkai. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk membuktikan: (1) pengaruh penggunaan media boneka terhadap kemampuan bercerita siswa, (2) pengaruh teknik cerita berangkai terhadap kemampuan bercerita siswa, dan (3) pengaruh penggunaan media boneka dengan teknik cerita berangkai terhadap kemampuan bercerita siswa. Penelitian dilakukan di SD Negeri 3 Ngantru sebagai kelas eksperimen dan kelas IIA SD Negeri 1 Surodakan sebagai kelas kontrol. Pendekatan penelitian ini adalah kuantitatif, sedangkan jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian eksperimen dengan desain Quasi Eksperimental dengan bentuk Nonequivalent Control Group Design. Data penelitian diperoleh melalui pretest dan posttest. Analisis statistik yang digunakan adalah uji Independent-Sample T test, menggunakan bantuan software SPSS 17.0. Berdasarkan hasil analisis data, disimpulkan (1) ada pengaruh penggunaan media boneka terhadap kemampuan bercerita dengan nilai thitung = 2,104 > ttabel = 2,014 dan nilai signifikansi 0,41 < 0,05, (2) ada pengaruh teknik cerita berangkai terhadap kemampuan bercerita siswa dengan nilai thitung = 2,024 > ttabel = 2,014 dan nilai signifikansi 0,049 < 0,05, dan (3) ada pengaruh penggunaan media boneka dan teknik cerita berangkai terhadap kemampuan bercerita siswa dengan nilai thitung = 2,412 > ttabel = 2,014 dan nilai signifikansi 0,02 < 0,05. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian, disarankan agar guru memanfaatkan berbagai media dan teknik cerita berangkai dalam materi bercerita.
Keefektifan Teknik Mind Mapping dalam Meningkatkan Motivasi dan Hasil Belajar Siswa di Sekolah
Authors: Aulia Arina Rijki , Wangid Muhammad Nur , Basuki Agus
Published: February 2025

Hadirnya Mind mapping menjadi penyemangat untuk siswa dalam belajar, karena dengan menggunakan ini, siswa dapat memperoleh keuntungan dalam mengembangkan keterampilan kognitifnya. Salah satu faktor yang menjadi penyebab rendahnya motivasi siswa dalam belajar ialah penggunaan metode pembelajaran yang monoton oleh guru. Oleh karena itu, diperlukan teknik baru yang dapat meningkatkan keterlibatan siswa dalam pembelajaran di sekolah. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode Systematic Literature Review (SLR) untuk menganalisis dan mensintesis temuan dari berbagai penelitian relevan dalam rentang waktu 2014-2024. SLR dipilih karena metode ini memungkinkan identifikasi, evaluasi, dan interpretasi penelitian secara komprehensif serta berbasis bukti. Dengan pendekatan sistematis, penelitian ini dapat memberikan kesimpulan yang lebih valid terkait efektivitas mind mapping dalam meningkatkan motivasi dan hasil belajar siswa. Hasil dari penelitian menunjukkan bahwa teknik mind mapping memberikan manfaat dalam membantu siswa memahami materi dengan lebih mudah dan cepat sehingga berdampak positif terhadap hasil belajar dan prestasi akademik siswa.
“Knowledge Strength”: maximising the reliability of evidence derived from environmental modelling in the face of uncertainty – the case of the salmon louse (Lepeophtheirus salmonis)
Authors: Murray Alexander , Asplin Lars , A Nordi Gunnvor , Erenbjerg Sissal , Gallego Alejandro , Ives Stephen C. , King Erin , Kragesteen Trondur , Murphy Joanne , Rabe Berit , Sandvik Anne D. , Skardhamar Jofrid , Moriarty Meadhbh
Published: February 2025

Policy developments for a sustainable Blue Economy require scientific advice. An important component of the Blue Economy is salmon (Salmo salar) aquaculture, the sustainability of which is limited by salmon louse (Lepeophtheirus salmonis) infection. This parasite impacts both farmed and wild salmonid fish. Modelling is a valuable source for advice, but inevitable uncertainties exist. Here we develop an approach we call “Knowledge Strength” to maximise our confidence in model results; this is aimed at reducing uncertainties in model outputs and understanding the remaining uncertainty in these outputs, to maximise our confidence in model results, so that we can give policy makers the best advice to support informed decision making. The approach consists of addressing five questions: (1) What is the objective addressed by the model? (2) What are the causes of uncertainty in model outputs? We describe uncertainties due to (a) limitations of computing, (b) model building and (c) parameters, and (d) forcing data. (3) What is the statistical nature of uncertainty? Noise and bias are qualitatively different. (4) How can knowledge strength be maximised given those uncertainties? Approaches of resourcing (“power”) and analysis (“wisdom”) are considered. (5) How can information, including uncertainties, be communicated to different audiences?
Policy makers/managers define and resource the objective for question 1, modellers address questions 2 to 4 - but their solutions are made transparent, and the communication question 5 is a two-way process with outputs transparent to immediate decision makers and external stakeholders. Examples of the policy environment behind salmon lice management are detailed in the Supplementary Material covering Scotland, Norway and the Faroe Islands.
A Pesquisa-Formação na Cibercultura: uma Análise das Produções Científicas sobre Tecnologias Digitais
Authors: Gusmão Rogério , Aparecida Brito Barreto Denise , Eugênio Benedito Gonçalves
Published: February 2025

A complexidade intrínseca da sociedade contemporânea, notadamente com os acelerados processos de transformação que permeiam todas as esferas da vida cotidiana, especialmente aqueles instigados pela ampla adoção das tecnologias digitais, tem suscitado a necessidade de pesquisas que transcendam os reducionismos e dicotomias inerentes às abordagens tradicionais. Nessa perspectiva, a pesquisa-formação na cibercultura, se propõe a amplificar as vozes dos sujeitos por meio de uma escuta sensível, visando à construção compartilhada de novos saberes e à apreensão das múltiplas compreensões por meio de sistemas dialógicos e interativos. É dentro dessa metodologia que o presente artigo, inserido como componente de um estudo mais amplo que abrange uma Revisão Sistemática de Literatura (RSL), se propõe a analisar como as produções encontradas abordam as tecnologias em seu construto. O corpus analisado é composto por seis teses e doze dissertações orientadas ou coorientadas por Edméa Oliveira dos Santos. A organização dos dados foi fundamentada nos preceitos da análise de conteúdo (Bardin, 2016). Para aprofundar a análise, foram investigados quatro aspectos: as palavras-chave, os referenciais teóricos e citações, a incidência das unidades de registro e a formação dos pesquisadores. Os resultados revelam uma considerável lacuna nos estudos que, ao enfocarem a formação e a cibercultura, acabam por negligenciar a compreensão teórica acerca das tecnologias. Tal fato sugere, para o corpus em análise, uma possível ausência de formação em tecnologia por parte dos pesquisadores.
 
Palavras-chave: Cibercultura. Edméa Santos. Pesquisa-formação na cibercultura. Revisão sistemática. Tecnologias digitais.
Migrating teaching of automata theory to a digital platform
Authors: Jordaan Steven , Timm Nils , Marshall Linda
Published: February 2025

This research explores the challenges of teaching automata theory in computer science and proposes a digital solution to enhance learning experiences. Traditionally taught through pen and paper, automata theory often appears daunting to students due to its abstract nature. This study advocates for a shift towards a more interactive, digital approach. It presents a detailed analysis of current teaching practices, highlighting the need for digital innovation. Based on the categorisation of common question types in traditional assessments, the research introduces 'AutomaTutor', a mobile application designed for this specific educational context. 'AutomaTutor' features a user-friendly interface with a guided exercise system and an interactive editor for experimentation. It offers immediate feedback, hints, and varied problem sets, promoting self-guided learning. An experimental evaluation with postgraduate students demonstrated a preference for 'AutomaTutor' over conventional methods, confirming the hypothesis that a digital platform can significantly improve the understanding of automata theory. The study represents a step forward in making theoretical computer science more accessible and engaging, benefiting both teachers and students. It underscores the potential of integrating technology with traditional teaching principles in automata theory education.
Big data analytics capabilities and the organisational performance of South African retailers
Authors: Welbotha Diana , Van den Berg Carolien
Published: February 2025

Big data analytics provides a competitive advantage and growth opportunities for organisations. Recent studies identify the resources required to build big data analytics capability (BDAC) and its correlation with firm performance. This study extends this exploration by  investigating the nexus between specific dimensions of big data analytics capabilities namely, Big Data Analytics Tangible Capabilities  (BDATC), Big Data Analytics Human Capabilities (BDAHC), and Big Data Analytics Intangible Capabilities (BDAIC) and the  organisational  performance of South African retailers. Employing a descriptive research design, this study applied a quantitative  survey administered to members of the Business Intelligence (BI) teams within selected South African retailers. The study’s findings  affirm a positive and significant impact of BDA capabilities (BDATC, BDAHC, and BDAIC) on the organisational performance of South  African retailers, thereby supporting the three proposed hypotheses. In essence, this research underscores the indispensable nature  of all primary dimensions of BDAC in optimising the organisational performance of retailers. The outcomes of this study indicate that  cultivating these capabilities empowers retailers to enhance productivity, elevate sales revenue, improve profit margins, foster  customer retention, and augment return on investment.
Możliwości i bariery zastosowania generatywnej sztucznej inteligencji w działaniach związanych z edukacją konsumentów na temat Sprawiedliwego Handlu
Authors: Józefczak Letycja
Published: February 2025

Potential and challenges of applying generative artificial intelligence to consumer education regarding Fair Trade. This study investigates the potential application of generative artificial intelligence
(genAI) in Fair Trade education, with the aim of enhancing consumer awareness and support for this movement and market. The research discusses the integration of AI in creating
personalized, engaging educational content and strategies to improve consumer loyalty and
knowledge. It examines the challenges of accurately representing aspects of Fair Trade while
meeting consumer needs. The methodology involves an analysis of genAI’s impact on consumer education. Findings indicate that while genAI can significantly streamline educational
efforts and enhance outreach, it also poses ethical concerns and risks of misrepresentation.
The study concludes by highlighting the need for careful consideration of genAI’s advantages
and limitations, encouraging further exploration and collaboration between AI experts and
Fair Trade advocates to ensure its ethical and effective implementation.
The Student Perception of Assessment in the Teaching and Learning Process of Art Education
Authors: Tomsic Amon Bea
Published: February 2025

This paper discusses the importance of the learning and teaching process in art education in light of the accepted methods for establishing criteria for evaluating student achievement. The complex experience of art education is difficult to measure based on scales that use ambiguous verbal categories and standardize the image of the student in an activity intended for the opposite: to express what is unique to each individual in an artistic way. Some assessment strategies are presented, as well as a questionnaire with various student opinions about assessment, alongside the factors that influence these opinions.
Statistical Graphics in Czech Textbooks: A Comparative Content Analysis of Two Primary-Level Educational Areas
Authors: Tomas Marek , Maněnová Martina
Published: February 2025

The study provides insight into the current state of cultivating statistical
graphics skills in primary education in the Czech Republic through a
quantitative content analysis of graphic data displays in textbooks and
workbooks that are widely used in classrooms. The findings unveil noteworthy
disparities in the frequency of statistical graphics among various textbooks,
along with significant distinctions in the forms and types of statistical graphics
employed across different educational areas.
Lifelong Learning Through the Prism of Educators
Authors: Lisjak Korana , Zovko Anita
Published: February 2025

Continuous professional development and training represent not only choices, but
also an obligation and responsibility for every single educator. The aim of the
research was to investigate the attitudes of educators working in kindergartens in
seven counties of the Republic of Croatia, about the importance of lifelong
learning. The research was conducted on a sample of 279 female educators, and a
survey questionnaire was used as a measuring instrument. The results of the study
indicate that educators are aware of the importance of lifelong learning and
professional development. They emphasize that it enables them to develop
competences and contributes to the improvement of their educational practice.
The largest number of educators participate in professional training several times
a year; they choose the form of training most often by the topic in which they are
interested, and the form of professional training that best suits the needs of
educators is the interactive workshop.
Niesprawiedliwość aktualnego podziału CIT między jednostki samorządu terytorialnego w Polsce
Authors: Zientarski Kamil
Published: February 2025

Celem artykułu jest upowszechnienie problematyki podziału podatku dochodowego od osób prawnych między samorządy terytorialne oraz jego aktualnej niesprawiedliwości w Polsce. Przegląd literatury wykazuje, iż tematyka ta jest niezwykle rzadko poruszana, mimo jej wielkiej wagi. W związku z tym postanowiono zaprezentować nie tylko stan faktyczny zawarty w literaturze – podjęto się także szerokiej konceptualizacji i operacjonalizacji, chociażby poprzez wyprowadzenie terminu „optymalizacja przestrzenna CIT”.
W opracowaniu wykorzystuje się badania ilościowe, po uprzednim przeprowadzeniu kwantyfikacji. Polegają one na obliczaniu autorskiego miernika optymalizacji przestrzennej CIT, który wykazuje poziom sprawiedliwości systemu podziału podatku dochodowego od osób prawnych między jednostki samorządu terytorialnego. Badania te przeprowadza się w czterech wariantach. Pojęcie sprawiedliwości przeszło operacjonalizację i zostało przedstawione jako odległość od wzorca podziału przestrzennego CIT. Przyjęto również autorskie warunki weryfikujące poprawność delimitacji obszarów metropolitalnych.
Badania przeprowadzone dla lat 2012–2022 jednoznacznie wykazują bardzo wysoki poziom niesprawiedliwości systemu podziału CIT między samorządy. Co ciekawe, mierniki optymalizacji przestrzennej (MOP) w poszczególnych wariantach mają bardzo podobne wartości i linie trendu. Wyniki zdecydowanie potwierdzają, iż istnieją w Polsce metropolie posiadające ponadnormatywne dochody z tytułu CIT. Można je podzielić na trzy grupy. Do pierwszej, charakteryzującej się największym „zasysaniem” CIT z innych obszarów, zalicza się Warszawę, Poznań i Katowice. Do drugiej, gdzie skala tego procederu jest mniejsza, zaliczono Trójmiasto, Wrocław, Kraków, Łódź i Lublin. Za metropolie „zasysające” tylko regionalnie uznano Rzeszów, Toruń i Płock.
Rekomenduje się kontynuowanie badań nad niesprawiedliwością podziału CIT w układach regionalnych i lokalnych w Polsce. Można również weryfikować inne rozwiązania w zakresie przeprowadzonych delimitacji, przyjętych wzorców czy okresów czasowych. Bardzo pożyteczne byłoby też wykorzystanie zaproponowanej metodyki dla innych potencjalnych czynników różnicujących dochody CIT między samorządy terytorialne. Daje to bowiem możliwość oszacowania poziomu niesprawiedliwości analogicznych systemów podatkowych w innych krajach.
W niniejszym artykule pierwszy raz przedstawiono w sposób uporządkowany i całościowy problematykę podziału CIT między samorządy terytorialne w Polsce. Jest to także pierwsza próba oszacowania poziomu niesprawiedliwości systemu podziału CIT między JST. Zweryfikowano również pozytywnie hipotezę, iż zarówno wartość dodana brutto per capita, jak i wartość brutto środków trwałych w przedsiębiorstwach per capita mogą być uznane za wzorce w badaniach, gdyż skutkują podobnymi wynikami MOP.
vida como ela é
Authors: Bentes Dely
Published: February 2025

O artigo parte do entendimento da arquitetura residencial como um artefato de cultura e, a partir desta premissa, investiga as representações da domesticidade através das publicações da revista Casa & Jardim da década de 1980. A pesquisa tem como objetivo revelar como os projetos de casas, apresentados sem o verniz característico das publicações especializadas, expõem as dinâmicas sociais e de gênero presentes nas configurações da moradia burguesa. A metodologia envolve a análise das narrativas e imagens que acompanham os projetos publicados, permitindo evidenciar o papel ativo do cliente na criação de espaços que atendem a desejos e necessidades individuais. Os principais resultados indicam que a revista promove uma representação mais próxima da realidade cotidiana, onde os projetos arquitetônicos não são apenas vistos como objetos de arte, mas como cenários da vida diária. A pesquisa identifica que as soluções espaciais frequentemente perpetuam estereótipos de gênero e de classe, destacando a segregação entre moradores e seus empregados. Em conclusão, Casa & Jardim funciona como um documento involuntário que captura a vida privada e as complexas relações sociais, sugerindo que a arquitetura é moldada por sua realidade sociocultural, influenciada por múltiplas variáveis externas e internas.
Rapport du séminaire : Comment améliorer la préparation et la riposte contre les épidémies dans les régions frontalières de l’Afrique centrale et de l’Est ?
Authors: Akello Grace , Moro Leben , Muzalia Godefroid
Published: February 2025

Les épidémies touchent depuis longtemps les régions frontalières de l’Afrique centrale et de l’Est en raison d’une combinaison de conditions écologiques, sociales, économiques et politiques. Par exemple, les frontières poreuses et les réseaux économiques et sociaux transfrontaliers facilitent le déplacement des personnes – et des agents pathogènes – d’un pays à l’autre. Bien que les activités de préparation et de riposte contre les maladies épidémiques aient évolué au fil du temps, les risques demeurent, et de nombreuses vies continuent d’être perdues en raison de flambées épidémiques de maladies évitables. Les politiques et les pratiques peuvent s’appuyer sur les enseignements tirés de flambées épidémiques passées et en cours, ainsi que sur la recherche concernant la préparation et la riposte au sein des régions frontalières. Ces changements dans les politiques et les pratiques peuvent améliorer la résilience face aux flambées épidémiques de maladies infectieuses et leurs impacts multidimensionnels.

Ce bref rapport présente des recommandations et réflechit aux discussions concernant la préparation et la riposte contre les épidémies dans les régions frontalières de l’Afrique centrale et de l’Est issues d’un séminaire auquel ont participé des spécialistes des sciences sociales, des responsables politiques ainsi que des professionnels de l’humanitaire et de la santé publique originaires de l’Ouganda, de la République démocratique du Congo (RDC) et du Soudan du Sud. Le hub de la SSHAP pour l’Afrique centrale et de l’Est a organisé et animé le séminaire en août 2023 à Kampala, en Ouganda.

Le rapport débute par une liste de recommandations qui ont été formulées à l’issue des discussions. Cette liste est suivie de contexte supplémentaire et de réflexions portant sur les contextes sociaux, économiques et politiques liés au risque de maladies et qui doivent être pris en considération afin d’améliorer l’efficacité d’une préparation et d’une riposte futures au sein de la région.
Administracja świadcząca w sferze usług publicznych — zarys powszechności i znaczenia usług edukacyjnych
Authors: Raszewska-Skałecka Renata
Published: February 2025

Administracja publiczna świadcząca usługi publiczne w sferze edukacji ewoluuje i ciągle się modernizuje. Różnorodność i złożony proces świadczenia usług edukacyjnych na przełomie ostatnich lat zależy od zmian zachodzących w uwarunkowaniach administracji publicznej i tendencji rozwojowych edukacji, w tym polityki edukacyjnej i trendach demograficznych wymuszających działania innowacyjne i efektywne rozwiązania edukacyjne. Powszechność usług edukacyjnych w państwie i świadomość ich zmiany stale wzrasta, rośnie ich znaczenie na rynku usług publicznych. Działalność edukacyjna wykazuje właściwości działalności usługowej, oferując takie dobra na rynku, które wyróżniają ją ze względu na specyfikę działania dostosowaną do rozwoju w systemie społeczno-gospodarczym.
Aksjologiczne podstawy ochrony ryzyka macierzyństwa w prawie zabezpieczenia społecznego
Authors: Mitrus Leszek
Published: February 2025

Opracowanie dotyczy założeń teoretycznych ochrony ryzyka macierzyństwa, omówionych na tle przemian społecznych, przekształceń rynku pracy, a także kolejnych nowelizacji prawa pracy i prawa zabezpieczenia społecznego. Zaprezentowane zostały międzynarodowe, europejskie oraz konstytucyjne podstawy ochrony macierzyństwa. Autor analizuje charakter prawny i ewolucję zasiłku macierzyńskiego, który de lege lata stanowi element ubezpieczeń społecznych i jest przyporządkowany do ubezpieczenia chorobowego. Zwraca również uwagę na świadczenie rodzicielskie, które realizuje podobne cele, jak zasiłek macierzyński, ale jest finansowane z budżetu państwa. Zdaniem autora z perspektywy teoretycznej uzasadnione jest wprowadzenie kategorii socjalnego ryzyka rodzicielstwa zamiast socjalnego ryzyka macierzyństwa. De lege ferenda zasiłek macierzyński mógłby zostać zastąpiony zasiłkiem rodzicielskim, który stanowiłby część systemu świadczeń rodzinnych.
Odpowiedzialność karna za przestępstwa polegające na wyłudzaniu świadczeń z ubezpieczenia społecznego w razie choroby lub macierzyństwa
Authors: Kowalski Sebastian
Published: February 2025

Wyłudzanie świadczeń z ubezpieczenia społecznego w razie choroby lub macierzyństwa nie należy do rzadkości. W polskim prawie karnym takie zachowanie nie stanowi odrębnego typu przestępstwa, lecz występek przeciwko mieniu — oszustwo kwalifikowane na podstawie art. 286 § 1 k.k. W typie podstawowym jest ono zagrożone karą pozbawienia wolności od sześciu miesięcy do ośmiu lat. Ustawowe zagrożenie karą jest większe, jeżeli czyn sprawcy składa się z dwóch lub więcej działań podjętych w wykonaniu z góry powziętego zamiaru lub spowoduje niekorzystne rozporządzenie mieniem przez Zakład Ubezpieczeń Społecznych w kwocie przekraczającej 200 tys. zł. W opracowaniu poddano dogmatycznoprawnej analizie ustawowe znamiona czynu zabronionego, zagrożenie karą oraz wskazano na charakterystyczne cechy postępowania karnego prowadzonego w tego typu sprawach. W konkluzjach podkreślono z jednej strony surową odpowiedzialność osób wyłudzających świadczenia, z drugiej zaś wartość współpracy Zakładu Ubezpieczeń Społecznych z prokuraturą w zwalczaniu tego rodzaju przestępczych praktyk.
Gmina w systemie zadań z zakresu polityki mieszkaniowej. Uwagi na tle wieloletnich programów gospodarowania mieszkaniowym zasobem gminy
Authors: Cendrowicz Dominika
Published: February 2025

Zaspokajanie potrzeb mieszkaniowych społeczności lokalnej należy do zadań własnych gminy i jest jednym z ważniejszych obszarów jej działania w zakresie administracji świadczącej. W tym celu gmina może tworzyć i utrzymywać zasób mieszkaniowy oraz korzystać z różnych instrumentów prawnych lokalnej polityki mieszkaniowej. Kształtując politykę mieszkaniową na swoim terenie, gminy napotykają jednak na ograniczenia w jej realizacji, wynikające chociażby ze stanu posiadanego zasobu mieszkaniowego czy własnych możliwości finansowych, które niekiedy utrudniają prowadzenie aktywnej polityki mieszkaniowej. Celem publikacji jest omówienie pozycji gminy w systemie zadań polityki mieszkaniowej oraz podstaw prawnych jej kształtowania przez gminę. Dokonana zostanie analiza instrumentu polityki mieszkaniowej, jakim są uchwalane przez radę gminy wieloletnie programy gospodarowania mieszkaniowym zasobem gminy. Sformułowane zostaną również wnioski w odniesieniu do tego programu — jego charakteru prawnego, treści i skuteczności w kontekście realizacji przez gminę zadań służących zaspokajaniu potrzeb mieszkaniowych wspólnoty samorządowej.
The impact of “Family 500+” benefit programme on the birth rate in Poland
Authors: Ćwiąkała-Małys Anna , Mościbrodzka Monika
Published: February 2025

The aim of this work is to examine the impact of the introduced “Family 500+” benefit programme and its continuation (“Family 800+”) on the birth rate in Poland with the use of dynamic econometric modelling.
Rezygnacja z zatrudnienia lub innej pracy zarobkowej jako przesłanka przyznania prawa do świadczenia pielęgnacyjnego
Authors: Deryng-Dziuk Anna
Published: February 2025

Zagadnienia przedstawione w artykule koncentrują się wokół wskazanej w tytule przesłanki przyznania świadczenia pielęgnacyjnego. Dostrzegając wieloaspektowy charakter tytułowej przesłanki, autorka tekstu wyjaśnia sposób jej rozumienia oraz przedstawia jej znaczenie z punktu widzenia prawnych możliwości przyznania tego świadczenia. W tym kontekście omawia również przesłankę niepodejmowania zatrudnienia lub innej pracy zarobkowej jako równolegle wskazaną przez ustawodawcę. Analizując relację między obiema przesłankami, dowodzi, że pomimo pierwszorzędnego znaczenia przesłanki niepodejmowania zatrudnienia lub innej pracy zarobkowej przesłanka rezygnacji z zatrudnienia może mieć również znaczenie przy ocenie zasadności wniosku o przyznanie świadczenia pielęgnacyjnego. Formułując tę tezę, autorka opiera się na analizie aktualnego orzecznictwa sądów administracyjnych w sprawach, których przedmiotem jest świadczenie pielęgnacyjne. Sięga również do dorobku piśmiennictwa prawniczego dotyczącego tej materii.
NEW RECORDS OF THE FAMILY DROSOPHILIDAE FROM IRAN
Authors: KESHTIBAN NEGIN TOLOU , SHOUSHTARI REZA VAFAEI , KAZERANI FARZANEH , SANATGAR ELHAM , GOLDASTEH SHILA
Published: February 2025

This study focuses on the family Drosophilidae in West Azerbaijan, northwest Iran, where 11 species across four genera were recorded. Notably, one species, Scaptomyza adusta (Loew, 1862), is recorded in Iran for the first time. As is well known, flies belonging to the Drosophilidae family are significant agricultural pests in Iran. The results emphasize the significance of more research in understudied areas and greatly advance our understanding of drosophilidae biodiversity worldwide. The Drosophilidae family has more than four thousand species described, which in 2006, the known world fauna of Drosophilidae included 3950 taxa of the species group in 73 genera (Brake and Bächli, 2008), its actual size being estimated in 4500 species (Plotnikov, 2012). In this study, the species Drosophila busckii, Drosophila hydei, Drosophila immigrans, Drosophila melanogaster, Drosophila phalerata, Drosophila simulans, Lordiphosa andalusiaca, Scaptomyza flava, Scaptomyza pallida, Scaptomyza adusta were examined.This paper provides a comprehensive list and a photo of the newly recorded species. Key Words: Drosophilidae, Iran, West Azerbaijan, new record.
A Refined Human Linear B Cell Epitope Map of Outer Surface Protein C (OspC) From the Lyme Disease Spirochete, Borrelia burgdorferi
Authors: Freeman-Gallant Grace , McCarthy Kathleen , Yates Jennifer , Kulas Karen , Rudolph Michael , Vance David , Mantis Nicholas J
Published: February 2025

Background: A detailed understanding of the human antibody response to outer surface protein C (OspC) of Borrelia burgdorferi has important implications for Lyme disease diagnostics and vaccines.
Methods: In this report, 13 peptides encompassing 8 reported OspC linear B-cell epitopes from OspC types A, B, and K, including the largely conserved C-terminus (residues 193-210), were evaluated by multiplex immunoassay (MIA) for IgG reactivity with ~700 human serum samples confirmed positive in a 2-tiered Lyme disease diagnostic assay (Bb+) and ~160 post-treatment Lyme disease (PTLD) serum samples. The vmp-like sequence E (VlsE) C6-17 peptide was included as a positive control.
Results: Serum IgG from Bb+ samples were reactive with 10 of the 13 OspC-derived peptides tested, with the C-terminal peptide (residues 193-210) being the most reactive. Spearman’s rank correlation matrices and hierarchical clustering revealed a strong correlation between 193-210 and VlsE C6-17 peptide reactivity but little demonstrable association between 193-210 and the other OspC peptides or recombinant OspC. OspC peptide reactivities (excluding 193-210) were strongly correlated with each other and were disproportionately influenced by a subset of pan-reactive samples. In the PTLD sample set, none of the OspC-derived peptides were significantly reactive over baseline, even though VlsE C6-17 peptide reactivity remained.
Conclusions: The asynchronous and potentially short-lived serologic response to OspC-derived peptides reveal the complexity of B-cell responses to B. burgdorferi lipoproteins and confounds interpretation of antibody profiles for Lyme disease diagnostics.
When Extracellular Vesicles Go Viral: A Bird’s Eye View
Authors: Margolis Leonid , Sadovsky Yoel
Published: February 2025

The science of extracellular vesicles (EVs) is a rapidly growing field that spans multiple aspects of normal physiology and pathophysiology. EVs play a critical role in most basic biological processes of cell-cell communications under normal conditions and in disease. EVs have “gone viral” not only in terms of research popularity, but also in our realization that they exhibit an elaborate crosstalk with viruses, particularly with the enveloped ones, which are also extracellular vesicles that are released by cells as a part of their virulence cycle yet are replicative. Here, we highlight some of the complexities underlying EV-virus crosstalk and pathways and provide our insights on key challenges from the viewpoint of EV biology.
Multidimensional Analysis of Changing Eating Habits: Understanding the Coffee Shop Phenomenon in Indonesia
Authors: Safitri Rahmauldianti , Ramadani Elvy , Oceani Fakhiratunnisa Putri , Tanziha Ikeu
Published: February 2025

Globalization and technological development have led to changes in lifestyles, including eating habits such as coffee consumption. The proliferation of cafes is evidence that coffee consumption has become a trend among adolescents and young adults who are exhibiting shift toward unhealthy eating patterns, such as consuming of high-sugar coffee. This study aims to analyse changes in eating habits in adults based on the theory of A Multidimensional Approach to the Study of Food Habits. This study used a systematic review using PRISMA method. Articles were sourced from two databases, Scopus and Google Scholar covering the past 8 years (2016-2024) with a total of 18 articles reviewed. The results showed that culture, ideology, food consumption, and preferences significantly influence coffee consumption habits. In Indonesia coffee culture not only about taste, but also involves social interaction, self-identity, and self-expression. Additionally, it was influenced by access, habits, needs, psychological factors, culture, and health. Coffee selection preferences were shaped by technological and socioeconomic factors including (promotions, discounts, employment, and income). This study provides insights into the factors influencing changes in eating habits, particularly coffee consumption, and can inform the development of effective interventions to promote healthy eating habits in this age group.
Risk Factor for Stunting in Toddlers Aged 24-59 Months in Kersana Public Health Center Working Area
Authors: Novita Dewi Siti Shiyami  , Mardiana
Published: February 2025

According to the Indonesia Nutrition Status Survey 2022, Central Java highest stunting rate is in Brebes District. In Brebes Regency, the prevalence of stunting increased by 2.8% between 2021 and 2022. The goal of the study was to investigate the risk factors for stunting in toddlers in the Kersana Public Health Center area between the age of 24 and 59 months. This study employed a quantitative approach using a case-control design. Purposive sampling was used to create a sample set of 90. There are two variables in this study, namely the dependent variable (stunting) and the independent variables (family income, mother and father education, immunization, LBW, PBL, birth spacing, mother SEZ status during pregnancy, environmental sanitation, energy and protein intake, IMD, exclusive breastfeeding, complementary feeding, history of diarrhea and respiratory tract infections). The binary logistic regression test on multivariate analysis and the chi-square test were utilized in the bivariate analysis test. The study findings indicated that the following variables were linked to the incidence of stunting: immunization status (p-value=0.000), family income (p-value=0.000), environmental sanitation (p-value=0.000), history of diarrhea (p-value=0.030), early breastfeeding initiation history (p-value=0.006), history of exclusive breastfeeding (p-value=0.003), history of complementary feeding (p-value=0.000), energy intake (p-value=0.000), and protein intake (p-value= 0.001). According to the research, immunization status and energy intake are the two risk variables that have the most significant effects on stunting in children between the ages of 24 and 59 months.
Are AI and VR tools changing spine education and training?
Authors: Baker Melissa , Lontchi Ronald , Buser Zorica
Published: February 2025

From diagnostics and treatments to surgical techniques and postoperative outcomes, the field of spine surgery is advancing at a historically unprecedented rate. Given the widespread integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in various industries, its implementation in the medical field is not a question of if, but when it will happen. AI’s ability to sort, analyze, and summarize vast quantities of data demonstrates great potential in assisting surgical professionals in all levels of training. Virtual reality (VR) enables users to explore and interact in a three-dimensional, computer-generated environment, and its application in the field of spine surgery can include bringing awareness and exposure of the field to medical students, surgical training and repetition of residents and fellows, and surgical planning for attendings. Augmented reality (AR) has significant potential through its versatile applications, offering benefits in medical education and training. While there are costs associated with the implementation of AI and VR in training curriculums for spine professionals, the long-term benefits and savings to various stakeholders outweigh the initial investment. This paper intends to offer a focused summary of the impact of AI and VR tools in spine education and training.
Extracellular vesicles and miRNA-based therapies in triple-negative breast cancer: advances and clinical perspectives
Authors: de Rezende Caroline Patini , de Lima Alves Débora , de Almeida Chuffa Luiz Gustavo , Pires de Campos Zuccari Debora Aparecida
Published: February 2025

Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) is one of the most aggressive and challenging subtypes for treatment, due to the lack of hormone receptors and the human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2) protein. The identification of new molecular targets is important for the development of targeted and specific therapies for TNBC patients. MicroRNAs (miRNAs) have emerged as promising molecular targets, being involved in cellular processes such as cell survival, apoptosis, differentiation, carcinogenesis, and metastasis. Extracellular vesicles (EVs) have gained prominence in areas such as drug delivery, immune modulation, biomarkers for diagnosis and prognosis, and therapeutics, due to their use as vehicles for the delivery of miRNAs, regulation of gene expression, and development of combined therapeutic strategies. In particular, mesenchymal stem cell-derived EVs (MSC-derived EVs) can transfer proteins, mRNAs/miRNAs, or DNA molecules and are being considered safer treatment options due to their inability to directly form tumors and contain lower amounts of membrane proteins such as MHC molecules. Numerous studies have highlighted the role of miRNAs in EVs in TNBC tumorigenesis, with a focus on diagnosis, prognosis, treatment selection, and monitoring. However, the development of therapies with EVs, especially MSC-derived EVs, is still in its infancy. Therefore, the aim of this review is to address new therapeutic strategies based on the delivery of miRNAs through EVs, with a focus on MSC-derived EVs, for the treatment of TNBC as an innovative therapy in oncology.
Dose rate measurements with correlated U, Th and K uncertainties using full NaI:Tl gamma spectrum analysis
Authors: Gosek Maciej , Jędrzejowski Maksymilian , Poręba Grzegorz , Kłosok Kacper , Błachowicz Tomasz , Tudyka Konrad
Published: February 2025

This study introduces a new method for measuring uranium, thorium decay chains, and K-40 in geological materials using NaI:Tl gamma spectrometry. The novel approach involves fitting data to model reference spectra via custom software, processing full mixed spectra to estimate pure component spectra quantifying radionuclides contents and evaluating their correlations. These correlations are crucial in calculating environmental dose rates for trapped charge dating. The methodology was validated using a Canberra InSpector 1000 spectrometer, with results cross-checked against high-resolution gamma spectrometry. With the use of the μRate web application, dose rates uncertainties were lowered by including correlated inputs, which results in improved precision in trapped charge dating.
Internal Audit Aspects of Companies` Sustainability Reporting
Authors:   Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Romania, TIMIS Antonella Maria , STEFANESCU Aurelia ,   Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Romania
Published: February 2025

In the current context, dominated by the increasing
importance of credible, relevant and timely sustainability
information for stakeholders, internal audit is expanding its
scope as a key corporate governance actor. Thus, internal
audit actively contributes to strengthening corporate
governance on optimizing sustainability strategies within
companies. The research is two-dimensional. The first
dimension includes review of the literature in the field. The
second dimension includes a quantitative research aimed
at identifying the degree of compliance of companies in
the pharmaceutical industry listed on the Bucharest Stock
Exchange with corporate governance requirements, in the
pandemic and post-pandemic period, complemented by
the development of a framework for internal auditing of
sustainable corporate governance. The results of the
research highlighted the heterogeneity of compliance of
the analysed companies with the requirements of
sustainable governance but also the need to strengthen
internal auditing as a key actor of a solid sustainable
governance. They also provide a relevant perspective on
how recent events have influenced the corporate
behaviour and accountability of these entities in relation to
ESG requirements in the pandemic and post-pandemic
period.
Comment améliorer la réussite des complantations
Authors: Dewasme Coralie , Marguerit Elisa , Mary Séverine , Inchboard Lauren , Darrieutort Guillaume , Vivin Philippe , Lauvergeat Virginie
Published: February 2025

Le remplacement des plants morts (aussi appelé complantation) peut s'avérer très coûteux en cas d'échec, d'autant plus que les vignes de remplacement atteindront leur pleine production plus lentement que les jeunes plants d'une parcelle entièrement renouvelée. Le succès, défini par la survie et la bonne croissance du jeune plant mis à la place des vignes mortes, n'est pas garanti chaque année. Les vignes adultes saines adjacentes et les plants de remplacement sont en concurrence pour le partage des ressources auquel viennent s’ajouter des problèmes spécifiques pour ces jeunes plants tels qu’une protection phytosanitaire difficile ou une vulnérabilité accrue aux dégâts de la faune sauvage ou aux désherbants. Ainsi l’environnement du jeune plant et les pratiques du vigneron dont les choix spécifiques liés au matériel végétal sont les deux grandes catégories qui influenceront le succès de ce remplacement.
ELEMENTOS DA PRODUÇÃO E DIVULGAÇÃO DE INFORMAÇÃO DE OBSERVATÓRIOS IBERO-AMERICANOS DE PUBLICIDADE NÃO SEXISTA
Authors: Woida Luana Maia , Deolindo Silva Deise , Cabreira Maria Alda Barbosa
Published: February 2025

O tipo de informação que os observatórios difundem pode ser determinante para a mudança de percepção e para sensibilizar a população quanto a um determinado problema. Assim, o problema central desta pesquisa é: quais são as informações e meios de divulgação usados pelos observatórios da publicidade não sexista ibero-americanos? Trata-se de uma pesquisa qualitativa e exploratória que utilizou uma coleta de dados em sites de 12 observatórios ibero-americanos dedicados direta ou indiretamente a monitorar e analisar a comunicação publicitária. Identificaram-se diferentes tipos de informações expostas nos sites, bem como seus formatos de divulgação.
APRENDIZAJE TEÓRICO-CONCEPTUAL EN CLÍNICAS DE EMBRIOLOGÍA Y GENÉTICA
Authors: Soares Silvane Holanda , Arrieta Rafael Eduardo Montaño , Suanno Marilza Vanessa Rosa
Published: February 2025

Este artigo destaca a urgência de reformular a educação em saúde na Bolívia, enfatizando a importância da ciência, do ensino na educação superior e do envolvimento dos estudantes de graduação na relação integradora entre teoria-prática-ação transformadora, do pensamento crítico e do compromisso ético. Os dois primeiros autores desse artigo compõem o movimento que valoriza a utilização de metodologias ativas, como a Aprendizagem Baseada em Problemas (PBL) e a Aprendizagem Baseada em Equipes (TBL), no ensino médico, conforme evidenciado por um estudo na Universidade Mayor de San Andrés. Os resultados indicam que essas abordagens promovem aprendizagem e potencializa a participação estudantil e o diálogo em aulas, o que é essencial para enfrentar desafios éticos, formativos e práticos na médica boliviana, auxiliando o estudante na ampliação da compreensão do conteúdo.