bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Microplastics in seafood: Consumer preferences and valuation for mitigation technologies
Authors: Barrientos Manuel , Lavín Felipe Vásquez , Oliva Roberto D. Ponce , Nayga Rodolfo M. , Gelcich Stefan
Published: October 2023

Microplastics, an emerging pollutant, have garnered widespread attention due to potential repercussions on human health and the environment. Given the critical role of seafood in food security, growing concerns about microplastics might be detrimental to meeting future global food demand. This study employs a discrete choice experiment to investigate Chilean consumers' preferences for technology aimed at mitigating microplastic levels in mussels. Using a between-subjects design with information treatments, we examined the impact of informing consumers about potential human health and environmental effects linked to microplastics pollution on their valuation for the technology. We found that the information treatments increased consumers’ willingness to pay for them. Specifically, consumers’ willingness to pay for mussels with a 90% depuration efficiency certification is around US$ 4. The provision of health impact information increased the price premium by 56%, while the provision of environmental information increased it by 21%. Furthermore, combined health and environmental information significantly increased the probability of non-purchasing behavior by 22.8% and the risk perception of microplastics for human health by 5.8%. These results emphasize the critical role of information in shaping consumer preferences and provide evidence for validating investment in research and development related to microplastic pollution mitigation measures.
Discussion on stress assumption and yield criterion determination rule of the PSM
Authors: Ruibin Mei , li Bao , Lihao Chen , Xianghua Liu
Published: October 2023

As one of the main methods to solve deformation mechanics, the principal stress method (PSM) is widely used in stress analysis and technology optimization of metal forming processes. The stress assumption, yield criterion and boundary conditions have been investigated according to the frequently asked questions in teaching and application of the PSM, and then the determination rule was proposed and described. The yield criterion, boundary conditions and calculated results should keep the corresponding relationship with the initial stress assumption of the micro-element. The stress distribution and load in the plane deformation of the rectangular workpiece was successfully solved using the PSM based on the rule proposed and FEM. The average relative error is 8.3% between the predicted loads by FEM and PSM, and the stress and load predicted by PSM are in good agreement with the FEM. Furthermore, the same calculated results of stress were obtained under different conditions, indicating that the rule proposed is reliable and practical significance for and application of the PSM.
A causal analysis of the impact of early antibacterial therapy on ICU patient outcomes for sepsis
Authors: Moghadam Hamed Markazi , Moghaddam Nader Markazi
Published: October 2023

This paper addresses the global issue of sepsis, a major cause of ICU-related deaths, by focusing on the impact of early antibiotic administration on patient outcomes. The Surviving Sepsis Campaign guidelines recommend timely antimicrobial treatment, but the association with mortality remains uncertain, and other outcomes like hospital and ICU stay length are understudied. We employ the Double Machine Learning (DML) method and the eICU Collaborative Research Database to analyze the relationship between early antibiotics and patient outcomes. Although initial summary statistics imply a substantial influence of the timing of antibacterial therapy on patient outcomes, indicating earlier treatment with reduced mortality rates and shorter hospital and ICU stays, our causal model refines these results. It shows that quicker initiation of therapy primarily affects hospital and ICU length of stays, while showing no significant impact on mortality rates. Given the substantial hospital costs associated with septicemia, the findings hold implications for cost savings.
Inklusion und Digitalisierung im Spannungsfeld von Personalisiertem und Kooperativem Lernen
Authors: Frohn Julia , Bechinie Dominik , Vieregg Nicole , Wehrmann Frank , Eilerts Katja
Published: October 2023

Das Spannungsfeld zwischen Personalisiertem Lernen auf der einen und Kooperativem Lernen auf der anderen Seite kann anhand theoretischer und empirischer Forschungsarbeiten sowohl für inklusive als auch für digitale Lehr-Lern-Umgebungen als konstitutiv gelten. Dieser Beitrag basiert daher auf der These, dass für die Zusammenführung inklusionsorientierter und digitaler Lehr-Lern-Umgebungen Prozesse der Personalisierung bzw. Individualisierung immer auch mit interaktionistischen bzw. kooperativen Lehr-Lern-Prozessen zu verbinden bzw. auszugleichen sind. Auf Basis einer theoretischen Herleitung dieses Spannungsfelds wird dessen notwendige Balancierung als Ausgangspunkt genutzt, um anhand der webbasierten App Getch Anforderungen an inklusive Software-Lösungen für den Schulunterricht zu illustrieren. Die App, die der – individuellen und kooperativen – Dokumentation, Strukturierung und Präsentation von Lerninhalten auf Basis multidimensionaler Darstellungsformen dient, wird im Kontext aktueller Apps anhand einzelner Funktionsweisen für Lernende und Lehrende zum Einsatz im Fachunterricht vorgestellt und mithilfe einer User-Story aus dem Mathematikunterricht exemplarisch konkretisiert. Abschliessend werden anhand eines Fazits unterschiedliche Perspektiven für die unterrichtliche Nutzung von Getch sowie für die weiterführende (fach-)unterrichtliche Forschung diskutiert.
Object-Oriented Analysis of Frame 3D Textile Structures
Authors: Orlovskyi Bronislav , Manoilenko O. P. , Bezuhlyi Dmytro
Published: October 2023

The article applied an object-oriented approach to analyze complex mechanical and technological objects based on an example of frame 3D textile structure development for objects from composite materials. Based on the research, the principle of global class inheritance of objects was analyzed and summarized using the object-oriented approach for the mechanical-technological structure of 3D fabrics using mechanical technology of sewing, weaving, knitting, and knitting productions. The design scheme of a generalized topology of object-oriented design for mechanical and technological systems of 3D fabrics of sewing, knitting, weaving, and weaving productions was developed. Methods and equipment for manufacturing mechanical-technological frame structures of 3D objects from textile materials were presented. Novel concepts of object = 3D micro-model, object = 2D mini-model, and object = 3D macro-model for frame 3D textile structures were introduced. Principles of inheritance, encapsulation, and polymorphism were applied to applicable models. For anisotropic textile 2D models, typical diagrams are given in polar coordinates for dynamic modulus of elasticity and logarithmic damping decrement.
Fabrication, Mechanical Characterization, and Ranking of Shell Ash Reinforced Al-7075-Based Hybrid Composites
Authors: Ratna Kumar G E. V. , Kumar K. Senthil , Babu J. A. Ranga
Published: October 2023

In the research article, the fabrication of Al-7075-based hybrid composites was done by stir casting technique with the addition of a mixture of crab shell ash (CSA), oyster shell ash (OSA), and snail shell ash (SSA). The mixtures of CSA, OSA, and SSA (MCOSA), CSA and OSA (MCOA), CSA and SSA (MCSA), as well as OSA and SSA (MOSA) with weight percentages in a range of 1–3% were added to the base material. The specimens were prepared according to the ASTM standards and tested for mechanical properties. The hardness, as well as impact, flexural, and tensile strengths of the composites, were increased as the amount of reinforcement to the base metal was increased, and compressive strength was decreased. The greatest tensile strength, tensile modulus, and compressive strength values were observed for the composite designated with AlOSA3. The maximum flexural strength and hardness values were observed for the compositions AlOS21 and AlCO12, respectively. Two techniques (TOPSIS and VIKOR) were successfully applied to the mechanical attributes of composites. The ranking results of both methods were compared. The ranking results for TOPSIS and VIKOR were the same for the index value 0.25. The composites filled with aquatic waste fillers can be used for automotive applications concerning their enhanced mechanical properties compared to the Al-7075 metal alloy properties.
Fertilidade do solo em agroecossistemas familiares urbanos em Manaus, Amazonas
Authors: MATOS Wallefy Emanuel Arce , SILVA Ruan Scoth Agard da , MACHADO Bruna Lorena Bezerra , MATOS JUNIOR Wilson Araujo , GENTIL Daniel Felipe de Olveira
Published: October 2023

O objetivo foi realizar diagnóstico participativo da fertilidade de solos de agroecossistemas familiares. A atividade envolveu três famílias do Ramal do Uberê, Projeto de Assentamento Água Branca, Zona Leste, em Manaus, AM. Desse modo, as áreas das propriedades foram mapeadas, considerando as formas de ocupação do espaço e o uso dos recursos naturais, a partir de mapas mentais elaborados pelos agricultores. Além disso, foi verificado o nível de fertilidade dos solos de áreas cultivadas, por meio de amostragem e análise do solo. Com a atividade, foram encaminhadas informações para o estabelecimento de estratégias de manejo da fertilidade dos solos nos agroecossistemas familiares.
OS DESAFIOS DA GESTÃO ESCOLAR FRENTE À PANDEMIA: UMA ANÁLISE DO CAMPO
Authors: Couto Bueno Eliane , Rosa Gama Maria Eliza
Published: October 2023

Este estudo tem por objetivo apresentar um panorama sobre os impactos da pandemia de covid-19 sobre a gestão educacional, tendo por objeto de análise a produção acadêmica e científica do período de 2020-2021, disponível no repositório Google Acadêmico. A análise do material aponta para questões que afetaram diretamente a atuação de gestores, tais como: a precariedade do ensino remoto em relação ao presencial; o baixo envolvimento das famílias na devolução das atividades às escolas; a necessidade de se investir mais em recursos tecnológicos a fim de contemplar a todos os estudantes; e com destaque a pressão sofrida pelos gestores para a instrumentação de seu quadro de professores para que correspondessem  às novas exigências do ensino remoto, através de formações para a correta utilização das ferramentas digitais, a adaptação  das aulas ao modelo digital e os desafios da alfabetização à distância.
(De)folclorización del Caribe colombiano: el caso de una escuela pública de cine
Authors: Aguilera Camilo
Published: October 2023

En Colombia, el Caribe ha sido una de las regiones más intensamente invocadas a propósito de la llamada identidad nacional. La invocación suele hacerse en clave cultural (casi siempre de carácter rural y popular), bajo la idea del Caribe tropical, régimen simbólico que subsume la cultura en folclor y que permea, inclusive, las propias formas en que el Caribe se autonombra. Permeabilidad, sin embargo, no excluye la existencia de autorrepresentaciones disidentes. En este artículo interesan unas y otras tomando como caso de estudio las películas estudiantiles de la única escuela de cine de la región: aunque algunas permanecen alineadas a la idea del Caribe-folclor, la mayoría explora en la cultura su dimensión histórica, revelando algunas de las tensiones que la constituyen.
Entre la investigación y la divulgación: arqueología de rescate en el sector Playa Bonita, estado Lara, Venezuela
Authors: Urbina Medina Ivel , Rodríguez Luis , Vasquez Rubia
Published: October 2023

Debido a unas labores de construcción en el sector de Playa Bonita, en la depresión de Quíbor, al noroccidente de Venezuela, los obreros hallaron de manera fortuita restos óseos prehispánicos, razón por la que se llevó a cabo un proyecto arqueológico de rescate para extraer los enterramientos. Se registró el contexto y se analizaron las prácticas funerarias y las series esqueléticas para compararlas con los demás cementerios que se han descubierto en el territorio. Se realizó un proceso de divulgación con la comunidad que hace vida en el sector y con la población estudiantil como parte integral de la labor arqueológica. En este reporte se presentan algunos de los resultados de la investigación en curso como es la excavación de ocho enterramientos humanos, el análisis del contexto funerario, así como el abordaje comunitario y comunicacional del proyecto. Se logra identificar este sitio como perteneciente a la Fase Boulevard, una tradición cultural funeraria de este territorio, que evidencia la extensión de una ocupación humana clasificada como cacical en toda la depresión de Quíbor.
Drug eruption in a cat following the use of multiple medications to treat systemic conditions
Authors: Weiss Stadler Barbara , Smaniotto Crisan , Lunedo Jaqueline , Cristina Siepmann Ellen , Wolfran Luciana , Dall'Agnol Gianezini Estela Dall'Agnol Gianezini
Published: October 2023

Drug eruption, also known as cutaneous adverse drug reaction, is a rare disease that is difficult to diagnose, requiring a combination of history evaluation, physical assessment, and histopathological examination. Clinically, it presents with variable signs, from mild urticaria to epidermal necrosis. Treatment consists of discontinuing the causative or similar medication; lesion management; and, sometimes, implementing systemic immunosuppressive treatments. The prognosis is generally good, except when there is systemic involvement or extensive skin necrosis. This study aims to describe the lesions, diagnosis, and evolution of a young cat presenting with drug eruption following the use of multiple medications for the treatment of systemic conditions. The patient underwent skin biopsy after showing progression of alopecic and localized lesions, which resulted in a suggestive diagnosis of superficial pustular drug eruption. Previous drug treatments were interrupted, but due to the lack of improvement in the lesion pattern, we chose to re-administer chlorambucil at a dose of 2 mg/cat every 48 h for therapeutic purposes. Up to the present time, the patient has been undergoing treatment and lesion management, with healthy-looking scar tissue and almost complete resolution of the skin lesions.
Modified technique for lateral resection of the ear canal in six horses with auricular stenosis
Authors: Vieira Silva Nayne , Pinheiro Paim Kamila , José Zanzarini Delfiol Diego , Horr Mônica , Morel Nogueira Geison
Published: October 2023

The external ear extends from the pinna to the tympanic membrane, where it is supported and shaped by an arrangement of cartilages including the conchal, annular, scutiform, and external acoustic meatus. Environmental exposure can often lead to diseases of the external ear canal in animals. In horses, otitis primarily occurs due to infestation by ectoparasites, promoting local inflammation and infection. Chronic conditions can result in ear deformation, including auricular canal stenosis. While operative techniques for treating auricular stenosis are known, they are limited to companion animals, with few reports on horses. This study aimed to describe the modified lateral resection technique of the ear canal, which is commonly performed in small animals, for treating auricular canal stenosis in six horses. As a methodology, the intertragic notch was used as a reference for the incision due to species disparity. The ear canal cartilage was dissected, followed by resection of the lateral wall and the cartilaginous flap adhered to the skin. Excess skin was removed, and the ear canal was sutured to the skin with nylon thread. Our results indicated a significant improvement in the treatment of otitis in the treated horses, demonstrating a favorable evolution in the healing process and resolution of bacterial infections in all cases. In conclusion, the use of the modified lateral resection technique of the ear canal was successful in all six treated horses, providing access to clinical treatment of the canal without any occurrences of recurrence or postoperative complications.
Comportamentos atípicos de crianças e adolescentes com TEA e outros transtornos
Authors: Yazawa Thaís , Colombani Fabiola , Saffiotte Zafani Gelci
Published: October 2023

Comportamentos atípicos, comportamentos destrutivos, autolesão ou manias podem dificultar a inclusão de crianças nas escolas. Para avaliar a emissão e frequência destes comportamentos, alguns instrumentos são utilizados, entre eles, o Aberrant Behavior Checklist (ABC), com o objetivo de avaliar se os procedimentos realizados tiveram êxito para aumentar a frequência de comportamentos mais adequados. Dezoito profissionais utilizaram o ABC para avaliar os comportamentos de seus pacientes e alunos após um programa de ensino em Análise do Comportamento, com o objetivo de ensinar os profissionais a manejarem os comportamentos atípicos, diminuindo a emissão destes e aumentando a emissão de outros comportamentos socialmente mais desejáveis. Em avaliação pré e pós-teste, foram obtidos diferença significativa em todos os domínios listados no ABC, inferindo que a emissão dos comportamentos atípicos diminuíra após os participantes entrarem em contato com o programa de ensino, sendo as professoras as participantes com melhores resultados no pós-teste.
Sistema de ouvidorias judiciais
Authors: Callegari José Antonio
Published: October 2023

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Intelligent Model to Predict the Subject of Study for Inclusion Student Based on Histories Background
Authors: Sugiono Sugiono
Published: October 2023

Inclusive education for young disabled people is a trends, issues and big challenges. Young disabled people have fewer chances to get a properly job as they are more likely to drop out after the first year and to have erratic and longer pathways within the University education. Hence, the aim of the project is to deliver an intelligent model for the university management to easy guide the candidates of disable students in selecting the best subject of their study. The project will be begun with literature reviews and then will be concentrated on the early survey (questionnaire) of the student histories. The information will be analyzed and classified to serve as references in determining of the academic factors. The next step is developing the database of background histories as input system and academic performance as output of the system. The back propagation Neural network (BPNN) will be trained to build the complex relationship between input and output system. Finally, the system will deliver a NN tool to select the best of subject of study based on grade performance and histories background.
Older Persons’ and Health Care Professionals’ Design Choices When Co-Designing a Medication Plan Aiming to Promote Patient Safety: Case Study
Authors: Holmqvist Malin , Johansson Linda , Lindenfalk Bertil , Thor Johan , Ros Axel
Published: October 2023

Background

Harm from medications is a major patient safety challenge among older persons. Adverse drug events tend to arise when prescribing or evaluating medications; therefore, interventions targeting these may promote patient safety. Guidelines highlight the value of a joint plan for continued treatment. If such a plan includes medications, a medication plan promoting patient safety is advised. There is growing evidence for the benefits of including patients and health care professionals in initiatives for improving health care products and services through co-design.

Objective

This study aimed to identify participants’ needs and requirements for a medication plan and explore their reasoning for different design choices.

Methods

Using a case study design, we collected and analyzed qualitative and quantitative data and compared them side by side. We explored the needs and requirements for a medication plan expressed by 14 participants (older persons, nurses, and physicians) during a co-design initiative in a regional health system in Sweden. We performed a directed content analysis of qualitative data gathered from co-design sessions and interviews. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze the quantitative data from survey answers.

Results

A medication plan must provide an added everyday value related to safety, effort, and engagement. The physicians addressed challenges in setting aside time to apply a medication plan, whereas the older persons raised the potential for increased patient involvement. According to the participants, a medication plan needs to support communication, continuity, and interaction. The nurses specifically addressed the need for a plan that was easy to gain an overview of. Important function requirements included providing instant access, automation, and attention. Content requirements included providing detailed information about the medication treatment. Having the plan linked to the medication list and instantly obtainable information was also requested.

Conclusions

After discussing the needs and requirements for a medication plan, the participants agreed on an iteratively developed medication plan prototype linked to the medication list within the existing electronic health record. According to the participants, the medication plan prototype may promote patient safety and enable patient engagement, but concerns were raised about its use in daily clinical practice. The last step in the co-design framework is testing the intervention to explore how it works and connects with users. Therefore, testing the medication plan prototype in clinical practice would be a future step.
Assessing public interest in imaging-based cancer screening examinations using internet search data:
comparison of mammography, CT lung cancer screening, and CT colonography (Preprint)
Authors: Zippi Zachary D , Cortopassi Isabel O , Grage Rolf A , Johnson Elizabeth M , McCann Matthew R , Mergo Patricia J , Sonavane Sushil K , Stowell Justin T , Little Brent P
Published: October 2023

BACKGROUND

The non-invasive imaging examinations of mammography (MG), low-dose CT for lung cancer screening (LCS) and CT colonography (CTC) play important roles in screening for the most common cancer types. Internet search data can be used to gauge public interest in screening techniques, assess common screening-related questions and concerns, and formulate public awareness strategies.

OBJECTIVE

To compare historical Google search volumes for MG, LCS, and CTC and to determine the most common search topics.

METHODS

Google Trends data were used to quantify relative Google search frequencies for these imaging screening modalities over the last two decades. A commercial search engine tracking product (keywordtool.io) was used to assess the content of related Google queries over the year from May 1, 2022 to April 30, 2023, and two authors used an iterative process to agree upon a list of thematic categories for these queries. Queries with at least 10 monthly instances were independently assigned to the most appropriate category by the two authors, with disagreements resolved by consensus.

RESULTS

The mean 20-year relative search volume for MG was approximately 10-fold higher than for LCS and 25-fold higher than for CTC. Search volumes for LCS have trended upward since the publication of the National Lung Screening Trial in 2011. The most common topics of MG-related searches included nearby screening locations (24%) and inquiries about procedural discomfort (11%). Most common LCS-related searches included CT-specific inquiries (48%) or general inquiries (16%), use of AI or deep learning (11%), and eligibility criteria (9%). For CTC, the most common searches were CT-specific inquiries (32%) or for procedural details (25%).

CONCLUSIONS

Over the past two decades, Google search volumes have been significantly higher for MG than for either LCS or CTC, although search volumes for LCS have trended upward since the publication of the National Lung Screening Trial in 2011. Knowledge of public interest and queries related to imaging-based screening techniques may help guide public awareness efforts.
Thematic analysis elements of intersectionality in Amrita Pritam’s selective poems; today I invoke Warris shah, I will meet you yet again, and A virgin
Authors: seelro Sourath
Published: October 2023

This study tires to find the themes of intersectionality in Amrita Pritam’s poems, her poems are highly valuable in terms of gender roles, class, loss of identity, suppression of woman’s individuality and sexuality. There has been little to no work done on Pritam’s poems, nevertheless, this study will provide a unique lens through which we can imagine what she lived through. Her poetry is still relatable, and it is important to read her poetry through a feminist-oriented lens. In a world where man rules she shined more than ever, being a rebellious queen and an inspiration to many young girls. This study is textual analysis, its studied through thematic analysis.
ФОКУСИРУЮЩАЯ СИСТЕМА ЛАЗЕРА
Authors: Шишкин И.П. , Шкадаревич А.П.
Published: October 2023

Представлена конструкция оптической системы для фокусировки лазерного пучка с предельно малым размером пятна в широком диапазоне дистанций от 50 м до 2 км. Трудности с управлением лазерным пучком и его фокусировкой снижены за счет использования схемы с расширителем лазерного пучка.
"АРМИЯ-2023" – КРУПНЕЙШАЯ В МИРЕ ВЫСТАВКА ДОСТИЖЕНИЙ ОПК
Authors: Попов С.А.
Published: October 2023

Международный военно-технический форум "Армия-2023" в девятый раз прошел в период с 14 по 20 августа на главной выставочной площадке Минобороны России – в Конгрессно-выставочном центре "Патриот", а также на объектах Центрального военно-патриотического парка культуры и отдыха Вооруженных Сил Российской Федерации, на полигоне Алабино и аэродроме Кубинка.
ТЕХНОЛОГИЧЕСКИЕ ОСОБЕННОСТИ ПРОИЗВОДСТВА МНОГОПАРНЫХ LAN-КАБЕЛЕЙ КАТЕГОРИИ 5Е
Authors: Попов Б.В. , Попов В.Б. , Смирнова В.В.
Published: October 2023

Рассматриваются особенности технологии изготовления многопарных LAN-кабелей категории 5е. Даны практические рекомендации по производству многопарных кабелей, обеспечивающие выполнение норм на электрические характеристики, отвечающих требованиям категории 5е.
ЛЕГЕНДЫ О STARLINK
Authors: Урличич Ю.М.
Published: October 2023

В статье представлен обзор системных, эксплуатационных и экономических показателей системы спутниковой связи Starlink. Приведены результаты рассмотрения материалов о Starlink, опубликованных в средствах массовой информации, которые свидетельствуют, что рекламируемые показатели правдивы лишь частично и необходим непредвзятый углубленный анализ технических решений, принятых в данной системе.
Artificial Intelligence Impact on Human Fitness: Exploring Emerging Trends
Authors: Parashar Jyoti , Jain Apurva , Ali Shalbbya
Published: October 2023

Abstract: This research delves into the profound impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the realm of human fitness, with a focus on regression analysis and its implications. In the "Regression" section, the model summary reveals that the collective influence of independent variables, including Wearable Technology and Fitness, AI in Training Programs, AI Powered Coaching, and AI in Fitness Monitoring, explains approximately 31.9% of the variation in the dependent variable, Data Driven Fitness Insights. The ANOVA table underscores the statistical significance of the overall model, indicating that at least one independent variable significantly affects the dependent variable. The coefficients section provides detailed insights into each predictor's contribution. Notably, AI in Fitness Monitoring emerges as a significant driver of fitness insights, with a Beta coefficient of 0.448 and a highly significant p-value (<.001). In contrast, AI in Training Programs, AI Powered Coaching, and Wearable Technology and Fitness exhibit varying degrees of significance. The study consolidates its findings. AI's transformative impact on fitness is unmistakable, with robust evidence supporting the positive influence of AI integration in fitness monitoring and training. AI-powered fitness monitoring and tailored training programs are identified as pivotal contributors to improved fitness outcomes. However, the effectiveness of AI in coaching necessitates further exploration, as it did not attain statistical significance. Additionally, the potential link between Wearable Technology and Fitness and Data-Driven Fitness Insights warrants continued investigation. This research underscores the evolving nature of fitness practices, driven by AI technologies, and their potential to revolutionize healthier lifestyles
Maritime Digital Diplomacy: Legal Revitalization and Reform of Modern and Solutive Diplomacy
Authors: Birahayu Dita
Published: October 2023

The existence of international politics and the foreign policy processes of a country has changed since the presence of the internet as a form of digitalization. The internet changed the practice of diplomacy and relations between countries. The Internet of Things is provided for all sectors. This also changes the dimension of diplomacy to digital diplomacy. Digital diplomacy cannot replace face-to-face diplomacy, but it still exists, and its needs will continue to increase. Digital diplomacy has also not been accommodated in the 1961 Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations, even though the development of diplomacy is very dynamic, along with the many disputes that arise between countries. Disputes between countries that often arise are disputes in the maritime sector. Therefore, maritime diplomacy is needed in resolving disputes in the maritime sector, considering that one of Indonesia's maritime axes. This research is normative juridical research that uses qualitative methods with statute and conceptual approach. The result of this research is that maritime digital diplomacy has a position as a means of communication and political negotiation, which is important for defending and fighting for national interests. Indonesia needs maritime digital diplomacy as a medium to fight for national interests and strategic issues in the maritime sector. A modern and solutive revitalization and legal reform of diplomacy is needed in order to establish good relations between countries.
As ideias filosóficas de Domingos José Gonçalves de Magalhães (1811-82)
Authors: Margutti Paulo
Published: October 2023

Dando continuidade ao projeto que iniciamos com a publicação do livro sobre As Ideias Filosóficas de Eduardo Ferreira França, estamos liberando agora esse novo livro, sobre As Ideias Filosóficas de Domingos José Gonçalves de Magalhães. Conforme explicitamos no primeiro desses livros, o material que conseguimos reunir a respeito de cada autor estudado tem-se revelado excessivamente extenso para ser adicionado integralmente ao terceiro volume de nossa História da Filosofia do Brasil. Por esse motivo, resolvemos publicar um livro bastante compreensivo sobre o pensamento de cada autor estudado, fato esse que nos permitirá apresentar as ideias de cada um deles de maneira mais resumida no mencionado terceiro volume. O objetivo de cada um dos livros sobre autores individuais é expor, da maneira mais imparcial e respeitosa possível, as ideias de cada um deles, fornecendo assim o material necessário para a elaboração de uma síntese sobre a filosofia brasileira do s. XIX, que será desenvolvida no terceiro volume de nossa História da Filosofia do Brasil. As informações que faltarem nesse volume a respeito de um determinado autor serão complementadas através de referências ao livro sobre as ideias desse mesmo autor. A expectativa é que, com esse procedimento, estaremos realizando uma reavaliação das ideias de cada autor da época indicada, fornecendo assim os elementos necessários para realizar também uma reavaliação da história da nossa filosofia oitocentista, corrigindo assim alguns erros e preconceitos da nossa historiografia tradicional e colocando-a numa perspectiva mais adequada.
EAEU and China: Partnership in the Self-sufficiency Interests
Authors: Kovalev V. S.
Published: October 2023

This study is aimed at understanding the current state of trade and economic cooperation between the Eurasian Economic Union member states and China and developing a progressive course towards its further intensification through integration advantages of the EAEU.

Aim. Offer a new format for deeper economic cooperation between the EAEU and the PRK in accordance with the current global and regional development situation.

Tasks. Assess the current state of cooperation between the EAEU member states and the PRC, with an emphasis on the trade and economic sphere, and highlight its strengths and weaknesses. Analyze practical examples of the implementation of bilateral and multilateral projects. Formulate the most promising areas for deepening partnership between the EAEU and China, structure and summarize them. Offer an effective way of comprehensive legal regulation of ãhe new format of cooperation.

Methods. Various general scientific and special methods are used, among which are analysis, synthesis, deduction, induction, analogy, as well as descriptive research, system-functional and institutional methods. The comparative legal method was of particular importance.

Results. Based on the analysis, a comprehensive understanding of the existing directions of cooperation between the EAEU member states and the PRC is submitted. Conclusions are drawn regarding the current model of conjugation of the Eurasian integration and the “One Belt — One Road” initiative. The most promising areas for joint efforts of the parties have been identified: investment partnership, cooperation in the financial and transport and logistics spheres, cooperation projects in the field of high tech. A mechanism of legal regulation (two-level conjugation model) for transferring cooperation between the EAEU and China to a new institutional level is presented.

Conclusions. Transformation of the model of conjugation of the Eurasian integration and the “One Belt — One Road” initiative from the «5+1» format to the «1+1» format will contribute to the formation of a new dimension of cooperation between the EAEU and the PRC: Partnership in the Self-sufficiency Interests.
trabalho docente e seus conflitos em tempos de pandemia
Authors: Garcia-Reis Andreia Rezende , Costa Míriam Fernanda
Published: October 2023

O presente trabalho tem como propósito discorrer sobre a relação existente entre atividade realizada e real da atividade na fase inicial da pandemia, sobretudo os conflitos que emergiram nesse contexto por conta dos discursos produzidos. Para esta reflexão, nos ancoramos no aporte teórico-metodológico do Interacionismo Sociodiscursivo, em diálogo com princípios da Clínica da Atividade. Para geração dos dados, as entrevistas com três professoras foi o instrumento escolhido, e, para analisar os dados produzidos, os Segmentos de Orientação Temática e os Segmentos de Tratamento Temático. Pode ser percebido, por meio das entrevistas realizadas, que os discursos em torno do trabalho docente se manifestaram como um tipo de conflito, pois as professoras se confrontavam com as diversas vozes sociais que circundavam o trabalho docente naquele momento. Importa considerar que os discursos proferidos sobre ou em torno do trabalho docente são grandes construtores de significações, podendo gerar conflitos.
MATRICIAMENTO EM PESSOAS COM SOFRIMENTO PSÍQUICO NA ATENÇÃO BÁSICA: REVISÃO INTEGRATIVA
Authors: Oliveira Nayany Matias de , Lima Reângela Cíntia Rodrigues de Oliveira , Noronha Edgleusson Coelho , Duarte Nautília Almeida , Feitosa Alan França , Melo Lídia Maria Loiola , Mota Nara Bezerra Custódio
Published: October 2023

O Matriciamento em Saúde Mental com sua proposta de integração da Saúde Mental na atenção básica se apresenta como estratégia viável de articulação e compartilhamento de experiências teóricas e práticas para efetivar os propósitos da Reforma Sanitária e da Reforma Psiquiátrica, tratando-se, portanto, de uma prática que deve ser testada e inserida diretamente no âmbito da atenção básica como ferramenta de efetiva. Objetiva-se, portanto, realizar uma revisão integrativa da literatura sobre o matriciamento em saúde mental no atendimento às pessoas com sofrimento psíquico na atenção básica nos Centros de Atenção Psicossocial. Esta Revisão Integrativa (RI) da literatura foi realizada por meio de seis etapas distintas: 1) estabelecimento da questão norteadora; 2) busca e seleção de estudos primários; 3) extração de dados de estudos primários; 4) avaliação crítica dos estudos primários; 5) síntese dos resultados; e 6) apresentação de resultados. Para nortear a busca, foi elaborada a questão de pesquisa utilizando a estratégia PICo (População, Interesse e Contexto): sendo P – pessoas com sofrimento psíquico, I – apoio matricial, C – atenção básica, O - Implementação do matriciamento. Essa estratégia permitiu formular a seguinte questão norteadora: “Que fatores interferem na implantação do matriciamento em saúde mental na atenção primária e quais são os benefícios deste modelo de atenção à saúde?”. Após busca criteriosa, foram selecionados por fim 7 estudos que contemplaram a questão da pesquisa. Conclui-se com a demonstração com base literária que o matriciamento organizacional deve servir de base fundamental para resolução de problemas amplos e sempre encontrados a nível de indivíduo ou social a singularidade, o desenvolvimento resolutivo do matriciamento faz ele ser uma ferramenta indispensável aos profissionais atuantes.
Economic performance of the countries in the Western Balkans
Authors: Tosuni Gëzim , Misini Shkumbin
Published: October 2023

This paper will analyse the economic performance of six Western Balkan countries. Macroeconomic indicators have differences from country to country due to the government policies they have (Aryani et al., 2023). The economic performance of countries depends on global influences and the development model of some governments on how they use their country’s natural resources (Chutipat et al., 2023). The aim is to measure the economic performance index (EPI) for each country in this region. The paper methodology will have secondary data for the years 2010–2020. The EPI finding is constructed using the following indicators: unemployment, inflation, budget deficit, and economic growth. To do this, graphs, descriptive statistics, and regression models were used. In conclusion, based on conventional wisdom, the results show that countries that have performed better have shown increases in average private sector monthly wages and vice versa. Contrary to expectations, a larger population appears to have a negative impact on performance, and country specifics do not appear to be statistically associated with better performance. Thus, the importance of this paper is to add to the emerging literature by arguing for the superiority of the EPI compared to more traditional indicators.
A viability analysis of the ISO/IEC 29110 project management process: a case study in an automotive ecuadorian company
Authors: Vera Delgado Antonio Fernando , Zapata-Jaramillo Carlos Mario
Published: October 2023

Software process standards such as the ISO/IEC 29110 have been implemented by Very Small Entities (VSE) in order to develop quality software and achieve improvements in terms of time, budget, documentation, and other subjects. The generic profile group established in such a standard includes a set of profiles with situational factors of occurrence applicable to some VSEs. However, documented case studies of the ISO/IEC 29110 implementation in Latin America companies are limited, causing uncertainty about the viability of such a standard in VSEs established in the region. Different conditions of each environment—company type, size, country, etc.—can influence the implementation of a software project. Such a fact can affect the possibility of quality improvement by using the standard. In this paper we aim to implement the project management process included in the basic profile of the ISO/IEC 29110 in an automotive Ecuadorian company. We intend to provide VSEs a preliminary judgment in terms of time and cost overruns when developing a first-time implementation of the project management process. Besides, we summarize a set of lessons learned acquired during such an implementation. Finally, the findings of this study will allow VSEs to decide whether is convenient to implement this standard in such an environment.
A marine karst ecosystem in need of some love
Authors: DFR Cleary , YM Huang , NJ de Voogd
Published: October 2023

Here, we describe a karst pool and cave ecosystem of Taiwan’s ‘Orchid
Island’. The pool and cave system contained a particularly rich sponge
fauna with 17 potentially novel species identified after careful
examination and a large number of possibly novel species identified
following preliminary examination. The ecosystem currently receives no
formal protection and is adjacent to a nuclear storage waste facility.
Adoption and Reuse of Energy-based devices for Thyroid surgery in Middle Income country -- A Thailand Perspective
Authors: Yoowang Sanphawat , Numthavaj Pawin , Nitivanichsakul Tuleeya , Sarnchawanakij Saran
Published: October 2023

Background: This study estimates availability and prevalence of
reuse of energy-based devices for thyroid surgery in middle income
country settings. Design: A cross-sectional survey
Setting: Thai governmental hospitals (as a model of
middle-income country) Methods: A questionnaire with questions
regarding device availability and the manner of reuse were sent during
April 2021 and May 2022 to Thai government hospitals that provide
thyroid surgery services Results: The survey response rate was
54.55%. Adoption rate of energy-based devices by Thai governmental
hospitals for thyroid surgery was 71%. EBDs availability differences
were statistically significant in general hospitals compared to
community hospitals and in hospitals with higher number of beds. In
hospitals where energy-based devices were available 97% of the
hospitals reused the energy-based devices. Inadequate ligation was the
most common problem encountered among multiple problems faced with
reused devices. Out-of-pocket expense varied in both new and reused
devices. Conclusion Energy-based devices were commonly adopted
for thyroid surgery in Thailand. Likewise, reuse of the devices was
commonly practiced. Safety and reliability issues warrant future
studies. Reuse of these advanced equipment is one of the methods to
control operational cost therefore economic evaluation may also consider
reuse strategy.
Our experience of chronic suppurative otitis media at a children's hospital over 10 years
Authors: Johnston James , Neeff Michel , Sun Selena (Yuan-Xiang) , Biswas Kristi , Douglas Richard
Published: October 2023

1. The prevalence of chronic suppurative otitis media (CSOM) is
influenced by socioeconomic status and therefore reported to be low in
developed countries. 2. Māori and Pacific peoples were overrepresented
in this cohort of patients and were more likely to have severe disease.
3. Diagnosing CSOM relies on the patient being seen multiple times by a
general practitioner. However, due to the critical shortage of primary
healthcare workers in New Zealand this is often not possible and can
lead to the disease going undiagnosed for prolonged periods of time. 4.
Children whose hearing was worse pre-operatively were more likely to
have a significant improvement in hearing postoperatively. 5. This is
the first study to highlight ethnic disparities in children with CSOM in
New Zealand. Addressing health inequities is an important strategy, but
a systemic change may be required to achieve sustained equity for these
minority ethnic groups.
Identification and genetic diversity analysis of broomrape in Xinjiang province, China
Authors: Zhang Xuekun , Zhang Mingli , Wang Panpan , Wang Peng , Liu Zheng , Yao Zhaoqun , Zhao Sifeng , Xi Hui
Published: October 2023

As a holoparasitic weed, broomrape has seriously threatened the
production of economically important crops, such as melon, watermelon,
processed tomato, and sunflower, in the Xinjiang Province in recent
years. However, the distribution and genetic diversity of broomrape
populations in Xinjiang are not clear at present, which hinders their
prevention and control process. In the present study, 93 samples from
different geographic regions of Xinjiang were collected to identify the
species based on ITS and plastid rps2 regions, and the samples were used
to analyze the genetic diversity based on ISSR markers. The results
showed that broomrape is not monophyletic in Xinjiang and consists of
two major clades (Orobanche cf. aegyptiaca and O. cernua) and three
subclades (O. cf. aegyptiaca var. tch, O. cf. aegyptiaca var. klz, O.
cernua.var. alt) by phylogenetic analysis based on ITS and rps2.
Furthermore, the results of the genetic diversity analysis indicated
that the 11 selected primers produced 154 repeatable polymorphic bands,
of which 150 were polymorphic. The genetic diversity of the samples was
37.19% within populations and 62.81% among the populations, indicating
that the main genetic differentiation occurred among the populations.
There was less gene exchange between populations, with a gene flow index
(Nm) of 0.2961 (<1). The UPGMA dendrogram indicated that most
populations with similar geographical conditions and hosts were
clustered first, and then all samples were separated into two major
groups and seven subclusters. This is the first study to clarify genetic
diversity and population distribution of broomrape in Xinjiang. Our
results provide a theoretical basis for the prevention, control, and
breeding of broomrape-resistant varieties.
Effect of Poria cocos Terpenes: Verifying Modes of Action using Molecular Docking, Drug-Induced Transcriptomes, and Diffusion Network
Authors: Park Musun , Lee Seo-Young , Lee Haeseung , Yi Jin-Mu
Published: October 2023

Background and Purpose: The presence of unique terpenes in Poria cocos
(PC) enables it to treat various diseases. However, the modes of action
(MOA) of PC have not been investigated. Hence, the present study was
conducted to address this research gap via molecular docking and
drug-induced transcriptome analyses. Experimental Approach: For
molecular docking analysis, data on PC terpenes and druggable proteomes
were collected from public databases. Transcriptome data generated using
intestinal and brain cell lines were also collected. We compared the
results of docking analysis and transcriptome analysis and constructed a
diffusion network (DN) to bridge the gap between the results of the two
analyses. The DN analysis was also proposed to confirm its MOA against
Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Key Results: The docking and transcriptome
analysis of PC allowed for the prediction of its existing clinical
efficacy. Differences between the docking and the transcriptome analysis
were also confirmed; however, the results of both analyses were
complementary. Finally, the DN was constructed for AD, and the
submodules of AD with which terpenes interacted were identified. The AD
DN analysis confirmed the detailed pharmacological mechanism of PC.
Conclusion and Implications: This study identified the MOA of PC using
biological data and in silico methods. The method proposed herein can
help identify the pharmacological MOA of complex natural products.