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A Política Nacional de Resíduos Sólidos: um olhar sobre a governança
Authors: Santiago Cristine Diniz
Published: August 2024

A Política Nacional de Resíduos Sólidos (PNRS) constitui a referência para a gestão de resíduos sólidos no Brasil, definindo diretrizes e responsabilidades. Entre os desafios para sua implementação, destacam-se: i) a limitada capacidade do Ministério do Meio Ambiente em coordenar a implementação da política; ii) a (des)articulação entre municípios e o setor privado; e iii) a falta de atenção a temáticas específicas, como a questão dos catadores autônomos. A gestão federal iniciada em 2023 tem demonstrado compromisso com a implementação da PNRS e, visando a este objetivo, fazem-se necessárias ações integradas entre os diversos atores, com destaque para: i) a criação de um arranjo de governança que garanta a articulação e o equacionamento das assimetrias de poder; ii) o fortalecimento do Ministério do Meio Ambiente para coordenar a implementação da política; iii) o desenvolvimento de mecanismos de financiamento para apoiar a implementação, notadamente nos municípios de menor porte; iv) a promoção de educação ambiental para sensibilizar a população sobre a temática; e v) o desenvolvimento de pesquisas interdisciplinares na área. Ações integradas e transversais fazem-se essenciais a fim de que o Brasil avance na gestão de resíduos sólidos, contribuindo para o desenvolvimento sustentável nas esferas ambiental, social e econômica.
Função de reação fiscal não linear: limite da dívida, espaço fiscal e sustentabilidade da dívida para as unidades federativas brasileiras
Authors: Simões Jorge Eduardo Macedo , Ferreira Roberto Tatiwa
Published: August 2024

Este estudo estima o limite da dívida e o espaço fiscal das Unidades Federativas (UFs) brasileiras, para além do qual, sem mudanças corretivas, a dívida será considerada insustentável. Para isso, dados em painel do período 2000-2016 são utilizados em uma função de reação fiscal que permite fadiga fiscal. Os limites das dívidas das UFs são bastante heterogêneos, variando entre 0,00% e 23,61%, com uma média de 5,46% dos respectivos produtos internos brutos (PIBs). Os resultados mostram que dezoito das 27 UFs apresentam um hiato fiscal, com destaque negativo para os estados de Minas Gerais, Rio Grande do Sul, Rio de Janeiro e São Paulo, onde seus estoques de dívida/PIB estão 21,37%, 20,87%, 16,29% e 13,40%, respectivamente, além do nível de dívida máximo.
Eficiência dos gastos públicos nos estados brasileiros nas áreas de saúde, segurança e educação: uma abordagem a partir da análise envoltória de dados
Authors: Gagliardi Juliana Moreira , Marinho Alexandre , Paula Luiz Fernando de
Published: August 2024

Este trabalho avalia a eficiência dos gastos públicos nos 26 estados brasileiros nas áreas de saúde, segurança e educação. Para este propósito, utiliza-se uma abordagem em dois estágios: o primeiro, com uso da metodologia denominada Análise Envoltória de Dados (Data Envelopment Analysis – DEA), busca resultados de eficiência relativa; o segundo analisa, a partir de regressões censuradas do tipo Tobit, quais fatores não discricionários estariam influenciando os escores de eficiência. Além disso, compara aplicações distintas da DEA para uma análise feita de forma agregada, construindo, para tanto, o Indicador de Desempenho do Setor Público (IDSP).
Privatização e equidade no acesso a serviços de saneamento básico no Brasil
Authors: Saiani Carlos Cesar Santejo , Azevedo Paulo Furquim de , Menezes Rafael Terra de
Published: August 2024

Este artigo avalia os efeitos da privatização de serviços de saneamento no Brasil sobre índices de acesso às redes de água e de esgoto, identificando o impacto nas desigualdades de acesso intra e intermunicipais. A privatização foi associada a um acréscimo de 6,1 pontos percentuais no acesso ao esgotamento sanitário, o que representa um aumento de 26%, crescimento este observado em todos os quintis de rendimento domiciliar. Nota-se também que os municípios mais desfavorecidos foram os que mais se beneficiaram da concessão privada, o que indica redução da desigualdade entre municípios.
Qualidade da educação e salários nos municípios brasileiros
Authors: Cetra Gabriel , Nakabashi Luciano , Pazello Elaine Toldo
Published: August 2024

A literatura sugere que o capital humano tem relação positiva com a renda, de forma que aumentar a escolaridade da população é estratégia indispensável para o desenvolvimento econômico. Além de medidas concernentes à quantidade da escolaridade, como geralmente feito em estudos empíricos, é importante considerar aspectos associados à sua qualidade. Tendo-se isso em vista, este estudo analisa a relação entre a qualidade da escolaridade e o nível da renda do trabalho nos municípios brasileiros, considerando-se os efeitos espaciais nos métodos de estimação. Utilizando-se o Índice de Desenvolvimento da Educação Básica do Instituto Nacional de Estudos e Pesquisas Educacionais Anísio Teixeira (Ideb/Inep), vinculado ao Ministério da Educação (MEC), como medidas de qualidade educacional, as estimativas encontradas indicam a importância da qualidade da educação na determinação do salário, além de um efeito espacial relevante, o que indica a necessidade de políticas públicas que levem em consideração esses elementos para promover o desenvolvimento econômico regional.
Sustentabilidade fiscal dos governos subnacionais no Brasil sob a ótica do custeio
Authors: Simonassi Andrei G. , Gondim Filho, Jurandir G.
Published: August 2024

Este artigo contribui com o debate sobre sustentabilidade fiscal, considerando uma restrição mais ativa para a condução da análise no nível dos governos subnacionais, ante a inocuidade do indicador de endividamento previsto na Resolução no 40/2001 do Senado Federal. Dados dos relatórios de gestão fiscal das prefeituras, do período compreendido entre 2008 e 2016, viabilizam a construção de séries temporais para um indicador de custeio dos governos e das prefeituras das capitais. Tais dados são examinados com aplicação de um modelo autorregressivo com limiar endógeno (TAR), constatando-se uma grave situação fiscal em dez das 27 Unidades da Federação (UFs) e em três das 26 capitais de estados do país. As estimativas dos testes de linearidade e estacionariedade global e parcial sugerem a existência de estabilização fiscal tardia e corroboram o argumento de que o processo de barganha pelo orçamento público é mais intenso nas esferas subnacionais. Ademais, explicita-se uma ameaça às metas de menor tolerância com o crescimento do gasto público preconizadas na Lei de Responsabilidade Fiscal (LRF) e nas resoluções nos 40 e 43/2001 do Senado Federal.
Investimentos em infraestrutura e crescimento econômico no Brasil: uma análise dos efeitos do pró-infra com um modelo EGC com dinâmica recursiva
Authors: Tavares Felipe de Sá , Porsse Alexandre Alves
Published: August 2024

Este trabalho tem como objetivo simular os efeitos dos investimentos em infraestrutura esperados pelo programa Pró-Infra, do Ministério da Economia do Brasil, sobre o produto interno bruto (PIB), a produtividade total dos fatores (PTF) e os investimentos de setores não ligados à infraestrutura. Os resultados foram obtidos por meio de um modelo de equilíbrio geral computável com dinâmica recursiva calibrado regionalmente para as 27 Unidades Federativas (UFs) do Brasil e 124 setores/produtos. Os resultados obtidos indicam que o Pró-Infra possui capacidade de levar a taxa de crescimento médio do Brasil para algo entre 2,34% ao ano (a.a.) e 3,22% a.a. pelos próximos vinte anos, considerando um cenário de referência de 1,65%. Dessa maneira, a taxa de investimento em infraestrutura alcançaria 6,5% do PIB em 2040.
Texto para Discussão 3021
Authors: Salles Marcus Maurer de , Carvalho Marina Amaral Egydio de
Published: August 2024

Este Texto para Discussão identifica as regras trabalhistas previstas no Acordo Abrangente e Progressivo para Parceria Transpacífica (Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership – CPTPP), na Parceria Econômica Regional Abrangente (Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership – RCEP) e na Área de Livre-Comércio Continental Africana (African Continental Free Trade Area – AfCFTA). Ademais, compara as regras previstas nesses mega-acordos com as regras trabalhistas disponíveis nos acordos celebrados pelo Mercado Comum do Sul (Mercosul) internamente e com parceiros externos.
Texto para Discussão 3024
Authors: Pereira Rafael H. M. , Vieira João Pedro Bazzo
Published: August 2024

Este estudo apresenta um diagnóstico nacional da evolução das taxas de mobilidade ativa (a pé ou por bicicleta) nas viagens casa-trabalho, no Brasil, entre 2008 e 2019, com informações desagregadas para as principais regiões metropolitanas (RMs) e segundo recortes de sexo, cor ou raça, idade, grau de escolaridade e nível de renda. Adicionalmente, o estudo também apresenta as tendências dos números de mortes no trânsito que envolveram pedestres e ciclistas, segundo sexo, idade, cor e raça entre 2011 e 2021. Os resultados apontam uma trajetória de queda generalizada da mobilidade ativa nas cidades de todas as Grandes Regiões (GRs) e RMs do país, o que incide na população de todos os perfis socioeconômicos. Apesar dessa queda, o estudo indica que 23,6% da população ocupada nas cidades brasileiras e que 16,2% nas RMs se deslocavam a pé ou de bicicleta de casa para o trabalho em 2019. A redução da mobilidade ativa no país se reflete, em alguma medida, na redução do número de mortes de pedestres e ciclistas observada no período de 2011 a 2021. A diminuição do uso do transporte ativo nas cidades brasileiras se soma às tendências apontadas por estudos anteriores de persistente aumento do transporte individual motorizado e redução do uso de transporte público no Brasil, pelo menos desde 2000. Em conjunto, essas tendências apontam para uma trajetória preocupante de conformação de cidades com perfil de mobilidade cada vez mais dependente do transporte individual motorizado, menos sustentável, menos inclusivo e menos saudável. Esses resultados indicam a necessidade de mais estudos – para a coleta de informações detalhadas sobre viagens a pé e por meio de bicicleta – que sejam capazes de subsidiar a implementação de políticas mais efetivas para a promoção da mobilidade ativa, bem como a avaliação do impacto dessas políticas.
Penerapan Fungsi Manajemen di Koperasi (Studi pada Desa Nanggungan Kecamatan Kayen Kidul Kabupaten Kediri)
Authors: Handini Rr. Endang Sri , Curtinawati Rizky Fillya , Mustofa Alfi
Published: August 2024

The success of a cooperative business cannot be separated from management in managing a business, the quality of management in a cooperative must have good human resource capabilities. management is the core of a cooperative body, to achieve the objectives of the cooperative good management is needed so that the success of the cooperative is realized. Harmony Women's Cooperative is one of the cooperatives that in its implementation must have good management in order to successfully achieve its goals. However, due to Covid-19 there is a decrease in managerial activities in the Cooperative. This research uses descriptive with a qualitative approach. The results of this study are from five management functions 4 of which are planning, organizing, directing and supervising have been running well but for coordination and communication are very weak such as the lack of active cooperative members. So it can be concluded that the management function in the Harmony Women's Cooperative is quite good, only needs to be improved for the coordination and communication functions.
An Analysis of Active Galactic Nucleus–driven Outflows in the Seyfert 1 Galaxy NGC 3227
Authors: Falcone Julia , Crenshaw D. Michael , Fischer Travis C. , Meena Beena , Revalski Mitchell , Shea Maura Kathleen , Riffel Rogemar A. , Chapman Zo , Ferree Nicolas , Tutterow Jacob , Davis Madeline
Published: August 2024

We have characterized the ionized, neutral, and warm molecular gas kinematics in the Seyfert 1 galaxy NGC 3227 using observations from the Hubble Space Telescope Space Telescope Imaging Spectrograph, Apache Point Observatory’s Kitt Peak Ohio State Multi-Object Spectrograph, Gemini-North’s Near-Infrared Integral Field Spectrometer, and the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array. We fit multiple Gaussians to several spatially resolved emission lines observed with long-slit and integral-field spectroscopy and isolate the kinematics based on apparent rotational and outflowing motions. We use the kinematics to determine an orientation for the bicone along which the outflows travel and find that the biconical structure has an inclination of

40

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° from our line of sight and a half-opening angle with an inner and outer boundary of

47

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° and

68

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°, respectively. We observe ionized outflows traveling 500 km s−1 at distances up to 7″ (800 pc) from the supermassive black hole (SMBH) and disturbed ionized gas up to a distance of 15″ (1.7 kpc). Our analysis reveals that the ionized outflows are launched from within 20 pc of the SMBH, at the same location as a bridge of cold gas across the nucleus detected in Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array CO(2–1) observations. We measure a turnover radius where the gas starts decelerating at a distance of 26 ± 6 pc from the active galactic nucleus. Compared to a turnover radius in the range of 31−63 pc from a radiative driving model, we confirm that radiative driving is the dominant acceleration mechanism for the narrow-line region outflows in NGC 3227.
Hierarchical Structure and Self-gravity in the Maddalena Giant Molecular Cloud
Authors: Shen Renjie , Ma Yuehui , Wang Hongchi , He Suziye , Zhang Miaomiao
Published: August 2024

In this work, we present data from the Milky Way Imaging Scroll Painting project for the Maddalena giant molecular cloud (GMC). We decompose the 13CO emission datacube of the observed region into hierarchical substructures using a modified dendrogram algorithm. We investigate the statistical properties of these substructures and examine the role that self-gravity plays on various spatial scales. The statistics of the mass (M), radius (R), velocity dispersion (σ

v
), virial parameter (α
vir), and sonic Mach number of the substructures are presented. The radius and mass distributions and the σ

v
–R scaling relationship of the substructures resemble those reported in previous studies that use nonhierarchical algorithms to identify the entities. We find that for the hierarchical substructures α
vir decreases as the radius or mass of the substructures increases. The majority of the substructures in the quiescent region of the Maddalena GMC are not gravitationally bound (α
vir > 2), while most of the substructures in the star-forming regions are gravitationally bound (α
vir < 2). Furthermore, we find that self-gravity plays an important role on scales of 0.8–4 pc in the IRAS 06453 star-forming region, while it is not an important factor on scales below 5 pc in the non-star-forming region.
FREmu: Power Spectrum Emulator for f(R) Gravity
Authors: Bai Jiachen , Xia Jun-Qing
Published: August 2024

To investigate gravity in the nonlinear regime of cosmic structure using measurements from stage IV surveys, it is imperative to accurately compute large-scale structure observables, such as nonlinear matter power spectra, for gravity models that extend beyond general relativity. However, the theoretical predictions of nonlinear observables are typically derived from N-body simulations, which demand substantial computational resources. In this study, we introduce a novel public emulator, termed FREmu, designed to provide rapid and precise forecasts of nonlinear power spectra specifically for the Hu–Sawicki f(R) gravity model across scales 0.0089h Mpc−1 < k < 0.5h Mpc−1 and redshifts 0 < z < 3. FREmu leverages principal component analysis and artificial neural networks to establish a mapping from parameters to power spectra, utilizing training data derived from the Quijote-MG simulation suite. With a parameter space encompassing seven dimensions, including Ω
m
, Ω
b
, h, n

s
, σ
8, M

ν
, and

f

R

0

, the emulator achieves an accuracy exceeding 95% for the majority of cases, thus proving to be highly efficient for constraining parameters.
Study of a Red Clump Giant, KIC 11087027, with High Rotation and Strong Infrared Excess—Evidence of Tidal Interaction for High Lithium Abundance
Authors: Singh Raghubar , Mallick Anohita , Reddy Bacham E. , Pandey Jeewan C. , Zhao Gang
Published: August 2024

This Letter presents results from Kepler photometric light curves and a high-resolution spectroscopic study of a super-Li-rich giant KIC11087027. Using the light-curve analysis, we measured the star’s rotational period P
rot = 30.4 ± 0.1 days, which translates to rotational velocity V
rot = 19.5 ± 1.7 km s−1. The star’s location in the Hertzsprung–Russell diagram, derived values of 12C/13C = 7 ± 1 and [C/N] = −0.95 ± 0.2, and the inferred asteroseismic parameters from secondary calibration based on spectra suggest the star is a low-mass red clump giant in the He-core burning phase. Using Gaia data, we found evidence of variation in radial velocity and proper motion, indicative of presence of an unresolved binary. The large V
rot is probably a result of tidal synchronization combined with the aftereffects of He flash, in which the size of the star is reduced significantly. The simultaneous presence of features like high rotation, very high Li abundance, strong dust shell, and strong flares in a single star is relatively uncommon, suggesting that the star experiencing tidal synchronization has recently undergone He flash. The results pose a question whether the binary interaction, hence the high rotation, is a prerequisite for the dredging up of the high amounts of Li from the interior to the photosphere during or immediately after the He-flash event.
Re-description of Xyliphius barbatus (Siluriformes, Aspredinidae), with comments on osteology and distribution
Authors: Terán Guillermo E. , Méndez-López Alejandro , Benitez Mauricio F. , Serra Wilson S. , Bogan Sergio , Aguilera Gastón
Published: August 2024

The banjo catfish, Xyliphius barbatus, belongs to the Aspredinidae family and typically inhabits the main channels of medium to large rivers in the La Plata River basin. The mimetic coloration with the substrate and the benthic lifestyle likely contribute to the challenge of sampling this species, resulting in its underrepresentation in museums and ichthyological collections. In fact, the original description of X. barbatus was based solely on two specimens. Consequently, little is known about its osteology, distribution, and phylogenetic relations. In this work, these information gaps are filled and the distributional range for X. barbatus is extended to northwestern Argentina.
Vitamin K Antagonists for Pregnant Women With Antiphospholipid Antibodies: A Scoping Review
Authors: Zarek Judith , Lee Jinyoung , Harakati Deema , Spitzer Karen , Laskin Carl A. , Ito Shinya
Published: August 2024

Objective

To describe characteristics of published research on the safety and efficacy of vitamin K antagonists (VKA) for pregnant patients with antiphospholipid antibodies (aPL), including their methodological characteristics and knowledge gaps.

Methods

This study followed the Joanna Briggs Institute methodology for scoping reviews and used the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for Scoping Reviews protocol system. Studies were primarily identified through searching electronic databases including MEDLINE, Embase, Web of Science, and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials. Study characteristics and outcomes were reported and described using customized charting tables.

Results

Of 1528 publications, 17 remained in the final analysis. These reported up to 190 VKA-treated aPL-positive pregnancies diagnosed as antiphospholipid syndrome (APS); pregnancy cases were likely overlapping in some publications. In the 17 reports, there were 723 individuals in comparison groups, including healthy pretreatment pregnancies and women with APS treated with standard therapies without VKA. However, only 4 (23.5%) of the 17 publications stated a study objective focusing on VKA use, of which only one was a full-length article. In addition, information on VKA doses, disease diagnostic criteria, and the long-term outcomes of offspring were largely absent.

Conclusion

The current evidence is insufficient to assess VKA efficacy and safety profiles in aPL-positive pregnant patients. Studies with a defined focus on VKA use in this population are lacking, and reporting of key information is not consistent. The relative lack of knowledge of VKA use in pregnant women with APS is concerning, and efficacy and safety questions remain.
Intravenous Golimumab in Children With Polyarticular-Course Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis: Long-Term Extension of an Open-Label Phase III Study
Authors: Brunner Hermine I. , Pacheco-Tena César , Louw Ingrid , Vega-Cornejo Gabriel , Alexeeva Ekaterina , Appenzeller Simone , Chasnyk Vyacheslav , Griffin Thomas , Suarez Carmen Navarrete , Knupp-Oliveira Sheila , Zeft Andrew , Aviel Yonatan Butbul , De Ranieri Deirdre , Gottlieb Beth S. , Levy Deborah M. , Rabinovich C. Egla , Silva Clóvis Artur , Spivakovsky Yury , Uziel Yosef , Ringold Sarah , Xu Xie L. , Leu Jocelyn H. , Lam Edwin , Wang Yuhua , Lovell Daniel J. , Martini Alberto , Ruperto Nicolino
Published: August 2024

Objective

To report pharmacokinetics (PK), immunogenicity, clinical effect, and safety of intravenous (IV) golimumab in children with active polyarticular-course juvenile idiopathic arthritis (pcJIA) who participated in A Study to Evaluate the Pharmacokinetics, Efficacy and Safety of Intravenous Golimumab in Pediatric Participants With Active Polyarticular Course Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis Despite Methotrexate Therapy (GO-VIVA)’s open-label, long-term extension (LTE) through week 252.

Methods

GO-VIVA participants who continued IV golimumab (80 mg/m2every 8 weeks) after week 52 were included. PK and safety were assessed through week 244 (last dose) and week 252, respectively, and clinical response through week 116. Clinical outcomes included JIA–American College of Rheumatology (ACR) responses and clinical Juvenile Arthritis Disease Activity Score in 10 joints (cJADAS10). Binary outcomes used nonresponder imputation, and other descriptive analyses used observed data.

Results

Of 112/127 (88.2%) participants entering the LTE, 69 completed the week 252 visit. Median steady-state trough golimumab concentrations were generally maintained from week 52 through week 244 (range 0.3-0.6 μg/mL). Antigolimumab antibody rates were consistent through week 52 (39.2% [49/125]) and week 244 (44.8% [56/125]). Week 52 JIA-ACR 30/50/70/90 response rates (75.6% [96/127], 74% [94/127], 65.4% [83/127], and 48.8% [62/127], respectively) were generally maintained through week 116 (72.4% [92/127], 71.7% [91/127], 63.8% [81/127], and 50.4% [64/127], respectively), when the median cJADAS10 was 1.6 and 56.7% (72/127) of participants achieved cJADAS10 ≤ 5 (minimal disease activity). Rates (per 100 patient-years) of serious adverse events and serious infections through week 252 were 7.7 and 3.9, respectively.

Conclusion

GO-VIVA LTE participants experienced adequate PK exposure and stable safety and immunogenicity. The majority of participants experienced no more than minimal residual disease activity. Data suggest IV golimumab treatment provided durable clinical response through week 116, with an acceptable risk-benefit profile.
GRAPPA 2023 Debate: Is Psoriatic Disease Really a Primary Enthesitis That Drives Joint Synovitis? The Enthesitis Hypothesis 25 Years On
Authors: McGonagle Dennis , Abacar Kerem , Kirkham Bruce
Published: August 2024

The enthesitis hypothesis posits that enthesitis is a primary lesion and that inflammation at the enthesis initiates the musculoskeletal symptoms of psoriatic arthritis (PsA) and spondyloarthropathies (SpA). The hypothesis suggested that inflamed entheseal tissue near the synovium could trigger cytokine-mediated synovitis, that enthesis bone anchorage could explain osteitis, and that the location of entheses at the soft tissue interface could explain dactylitis. Advances in imaging techniques that allow better visualization of enthesitis lesions and the development of animal models have allowed evolution of the concept of enthesitis as a central mechanistic driver of musculoskeletal symptoms in PsA and SpA. A debate between Drs. Dennis McGonagle and Bruce Kirkham at the Group for Research on Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis (GRAPPA) 2023 annual meeting discussed the data supporting and refuting this hypothesis in PsA and SpA, respectively. The major points of this debate are summarized in this article.
Fardeau administratif et gouverrnement des mères pauvres
Authors: Jacquin Ronan
Published: August 2024

Cet article analyse le genre du fardeau administratif à partir du cas des programmes d’allocations pour enfant en Namibie. À partir d’une enquête par entretiens, observations et archives menée entre 2019 et 2021, l’article montre que l’accès aux aides et l’expérience des procédures administratives sont façonnées par le croisement de plusieurs rapports sociaux, dans une perspective intersectionnelle. D’une part, de nombreuses demandeuses sont exclues en raison d’un fardeau administratif construit par l’inadéquation entre la conception des procédures administratives et l’économie familiale des classes populaires africaines. D’autre part, les pratiques d’évaluation et de tri des agentes à l’égard des demandeuses au guichet sont structurées par des rapports de genre, de classe et de race. Le genre peut néanmoins constituer, pour certaines demandeuses, un support et une ressource pour revendiquer le droit à une allocation.
Trajectoires contrastées et formes d’engagement de femmes sans-papiers
Authors: Le Bars Joanne
Published: August 2024

Cet article propose de revenir sur la lutte menée à la fin des années 2000 par une association parisienne pour la régularisation des femmes sans-papiers à partir des trajectoires d’engagement de trois militantes algériennes et marocaines issues des classes populaires ou moyennes citadines. La création de l’association par des militantꞏes fortement pourvuꞏes en capitaux culturel et social participe à son position-nement favorable dans l’espace militant et dans la lutte engagée pour la régularisation par le travail de femmes sans-papiers. Le nouvel agenda autour de l’égalité femmes/hommes initié dès les années 1960 participe aux logiques de consolidation de la figure de la travailleuses sans-papiers ainsi qu’à l’émergence, à l’échelle internationale, de la figure de la travailleuse domestique. Face au déclassement engendré par l’absence de titre de séjour en France, l’association offre aux militantes les plus dotées en capital culturel des « canaux de mobilités » pour l’ascension sociale et une place d’encadrement en son sein. Dans le prolongement du travail domestique invisibilisé que les participantes à l’enquête réalisent sur la scène professionnelle, leur travail militant reste marqué par des hiérarchies participant à réassigner ces femmes à un travail du care moins valorisé. Quant aux moins pourvues des militantes, elles occupent une position minorisée au sein de l’association. Le caractère inédit de cette régularisation collective dessine en creux l’hétérogénéité contenue dans la figure de « la travailleuse sans-papiers » et les formes aiguës de domination au croisement de la classe, du genre et de la race qui affectent les trajectoires des femmes sans-papiers.
Le rôle des salons professionnels dans la création de marchés et d’industries
Authors: Aspers Patrik , Darr Asaf , Argy Anne-Gaëlle
Published: August 2024

Cette étude aborde la question de la constitution des marchés dans les sociétés avancées. Plus précisément, cet article étudie le rôle d’un salon professionnel itinérant dans la création du marché de l’informatique temps réel, marché qui appartient au secteur états-unien de l’électronique, au milieu des années 1990. Les produits informatiques temps réel participent au transfert, au stockage et au traitement des signaux numériques en temps réel, sur lesquels reposent un grand nombre des applications en ligne que nous utilisons aujourd’hui. En appliquant des méthodes ethnographiques, nous explorons la question générale de la manière dont les acteurs économiques affrontent l’incertitude dans la phase de constitution d’un marché à la pointe de la technologie. Cet article apporte deux contributions à la littérature existante. Tout d’abord, il montre que la volonté d’organiser un salon professionnel de l’informatique temps réel est née de l’incertitude à laquelle font face les vendeurs quant à l’identité des acheteurs potentiels, ainsi qu’à l’utilisation exacte qu’ils seraient susceptibles de faire de la technologie émergente proposée à la vente. Deuxièmement, nous retraçons l’histoire d’un marché émergent. Nous affirmons que les salons professionnels dédiés aux produits innovants sont des lieux importants pour la coalescence des marchés. L’identification et la mise en ordre des acteurs d’un marché, l’institutionnalisation d’une certaine culture d’entreprise, ainsi que les réseaux sociaux qui se développent entre les acteurs du marché et entre les marchés secondaires, constituent l’infrastructure sociale de base de ce qui sera connu plus tard comme l’industrie de l’informatique temps réel.
The Influence of Lifelong Learning on Life Satisfaction and Successful Aging in Older Adults: A Narrative Literature Review
Authors: Morris-Foster Judy M.
Published: August 2024

Purpose:

To explore the association between lifelong learning (LL) and successful aging and discover ways that primary care nurses (PCNs) may facilitate successful aging by promoting LL.

Method:

A narrative review of international evidence from Google Scholar, PubMed, CINAHL Plus, Ovid, and ProQuest was conducted. Twenty-one articles were reviewed. A theoretical framework supported by Troutman-Jordan's theory of successful aging and Baltes and Baltes' model of selection, optimization, and compensation were implemented to examine and illustrate findings.

Results:

Evidence consistently showed a positive correlation between LL and successful aging.

Conclusion:

Promotion of successful aging is an important consideration in PCN practice. This study brings awareness to the value of LL in achieving that goal. Incorporating strategies, such as encouraging creative activities and healthy behaviors, cultivating positive perceptions about aging, and helping patients meet their perceived needs, fosters coping with growing older. [
Journal of Gerontological Nursing, 50
(8), 11–17.]
Associations Between Components of Self-Management Theory and Falls Among Older Adults
Authors: Sima Christina , Taani Murad H. , Apchemengich Immaculate , Andargeery Shaherah Yousef
Published: August 2024

Purpose:

To examine the relationship of key individual and family self-management theory (IFSMT) components, including self-management process variables on proximal (self-management behaviors) and distal (falls) outcomes in older adults.

Method:

A secondary data analysis was conducted using data of 99 older adults living in continuing care retirement communities in the U.S. Midwest. Descriptive statistics, multiple regression, and logistic regression were performed to analyze the data.

Results:

The multiple regression model demonstrated a positive association between self-efficacy for physical activity and steps per day. The logistic regression model showed that high expectations regarding aging are associated with reduced likelihood of meeting daily protein intake.

Conclusion:

Key components of the IFSMT, such as self-efficacy, steps per day, and expectations regarding aging, are important when designing self-management interventions to prevent falls. [
Journal of Gerontological Nursing, 50
(8), 19–28.]
Network, correlation, and community structure of the financial sector of Bursa Malaysia before, during, and after COVID-19
Authors: Bahari Nurun Najwa , Bahaludin Hafizah , Ismail Munira , Razak Fatimah Abdul
Published: August 2024

COVID-19 triggered a worldwide economic decline and raised concerns regarding its economic consequences on stock markets across the globe, notably on the Malaysian stock market. We examined how COVID-19 impacted Malaysia's financial market using correlation and network analysis. We found a rise in correlations between stocks during the pandemic, suggesting greater interdependence. To visualize this, we created networks for pre-pandemic, during-pandemic, and post-pandemic periods. Additionally, we built a network for the during-pandemic period with a specific threshold corresponding to pre- and post-pandemic network density. The networks during the pandemic showed increased connectivity and only contained positive correlations, reflecting synchronized stock movements. Last, we analyzed the networks' modularity, revealing highest modularity during the pandemic, which suggests stronger yet risk-prone communities.
Single-objective flexible job-shop scheduling problem based on improved dung beetle optimization
Authors: Yao Shuangji , Guo Yunfei , Yang Botao , Lv You , Ceccarelli Marco , Dai Xiaoshuang , Carbone Giuseppe
Published: August 2024

Given the characteristics of the flexible job-shop scheduling problem and the practical production of a given enterprise, a flexible job-shop scheduling model was proposed to minimize the maximum completion time. A novel algorithm was proposed to solve the model by integrating the dung beetle optimization algorithm and the simulated annealing algorithm. Algorithmic improvements include the design of a single-layer process encoding scheme with machine selection during decoding to ensure a higher level of the initial population. During population update, the dung beetle optimization algorithm was applied for optimization, followed by simulated annealing operations to enhance the convergence speed and solution quality of the algorithm. Through simulation experiments and comparisons with other algorithms, the effectiveness and superiority of the proposed algorithm were validated. In addition, the feasibility of the algorithm was tested through a real-world factory production case. In conclusion, the improvements made in this paper to the algorithms and scheduling models offer valuable insights into the educational aspects of job-shop scheduling. For instance, the single-layer encoding proposed herein simplifies the coding process, making it more accessible for beginners. Additionally, the accompanying decoding strategy yields relatively higher-quality initial solutions, facilitating subsequent optimization processes by accelerating convergence without compromising solution quality. Students were able to gain a better understanding of real workshop conditions through this project, going beyond the sole goal of minimizing completion time. They began to consider more complex situations in the machining process, such as machine breakdowns, changes in machining schedules, and the load on bottleneck machines and total machine load. This allowed students to have a holistic view of a complex production workshop. In terms of education, the project improved students' ability to consider practical aspects when solving problems and provided them with a way to solve problems.
Mental Health and Psychosocial Support for Forcibly Displaced People: Insights From Slovenia
Authors: Gostič Maja
Published: August 2024

The article explores the current state of mental health and psychosocial support for forcibly displaced people residing in Slovenia, as they are a marginalized group of special concern and need of support in an intercultural setting. The study collected information through semi-structured interviews with fifteen experts working with forcibly displaced people. The findings encompass specifics, current problems, and what needs to be improved in the field, providing examples of good practices. They underscore the significance of empowerment in an intercultural context and reveal potential challenges linked to state disinterest and inadequate financial support for required services.
Mednarodno kroženje in izmenjava najvišje izobraženih ali beg možganov?
Authors: Kožar Rosulnik Klara , Lukšič Hacin Marina , Vižintin Marijanca Ajša
Published: August 2024

Z izseljevanjem mladih, ki so vse bolj izobraženi, se je v zadnjih letih okrepil javni diskurz o begu možganov. Avtorice v članku osvetljujejo stanje na področju izseljevanja najvišje izobraženih v Sloveniji in s statističnimi podatki prikažejo njihovo migracijsko dinamiko v zadnjih desetih letih. S kratkim pregledom rezultatov raziskav od šestdesetih let dvajsetega stoletja naprej primerjamo današnjo situacijo z razmerami v preteklosti. Z rezultati najnovejše opravljene raziskave na temo bega možganov predstavimo, kako na razloge za odhod iz Slovenije, možnosti za vrnitev in mednarodno sodelovanje gledajo tisti, ki danes živijo v tujini ali pa so se iz tujine vrnili v Slovenijo.
Sudanese Migration and Destination Countries: Motivation Factors and the Role of Gender
Authors: Mohammed Yassir Ali
Published: August 2024

The article explores Sudanese migration, destination countries, motivation factors, and gender roles. An online survey was conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic between 2020–2021. Using both qualitative and quantitative methods, the findings reveal that the main reasons for migration were lack of jobs and low salaries. Other factors included a commitment to success, corruption, and time consumption in government institutions. Arab Gulf countries were the primary destination for economic migration, followed by Europe. More females, despite the restriction of culture and tradition, are seeing migration as a means to establish their projects to help others. Sudanese migration identified more youth, regardless of migration type. Remittances had a greater positive impact on households than on the country in general.
Are Robo-Advisors Revolutionizing Portfolio Management for Enhanced Returns Over Human Advisors?
Authors: Kaur Arvinder , Kaur Harmanpreet , Tanwar Anita
Published: August 2024

The financial services sector has undergone a significant paradigm shift in recent times due to the advent of artificial intelligence and robo-advisors. Portfolio management services, wealth management services, retirement planning, and investment allocation are few services catered by such robo-assisted automated investment platforms. It focused on examining the relative performance of robo-assisted automated investment advisor and human advisors under the segment of portfolio management and wealth management, with a particular focus on their capacity to generate higher returns. To enlighten about the rising trend of robo-advisor in portfolio management, the research methodology includes quantitative method and information from secondary sources. The study aims to ascertain the determinants that impact investor inclinations towards human advisors or robo-advisors. The study facilitates investors, financial institutions, and policymakers with recommendations and insights derived from research discoveries.
Role of Formal Restructuring in Post-Bankruptcy Performance of Companies
Authors: Kumar Santosh , S. Parameswaran
Published: August 2024

The resolution of distressed assets / NPAs is among the greatest challenges faced by banks in India. Corporate restructuring is a popular method of revival of distressed companies wherein changes are proposed across financial, operational & portfolio & managerial restructuring . This chapter delves into the intricate landscape of court driven corporate restructuring actions and post-bankruptcy performance, particularly within the context of India's dynamic market. Leveraging empirical evidence, the chapter explores the effects of restructuring actions on post-bankruptcy performance. This is also in the background of emerging use of AI tools and technologies in corporate distress resolution. By examining the actual performance data of companies undergoing insolvency resolution process (CIRP) under IBC in India, the chapter offers valuable insights into the efficacy of different restructuring actions and their implications for post-bankruptcy performance. This chapter provides an important contribution in understanding the complexities and effectiveness of bankruptcy resolution processes.
Virtual Dilemmas
Authors: Yadav Akanksha , Reddy K. G. Neha
Published: August 2024

The advent of immersive technologies like VR, AR, and MR has transformed human experiences, prompting legal and ethical complexities. This chapter delves into privacy, regulatory, consent, and accessibility challenges. Balancing innovation with regulation is crucial to mitigate risks for users. Consent and agency in virtual spaces raise questions about autonomy, while issues like virtual harassment and property rights challenge existing legal norms. Immersive technologies promise enhanced accessibility but require inclusive design efforts. Robust privacy protections are necessary to prevent data breaches. Collaboration among policymakers, technologists, ethicists, and society is essential to ensure immersive tech fosters empowerment and inclusion in both virtual and physical realms.
Enhancing Customer Experience by Semi-Immersive Virtual Reality in Real Estate Business
Authors: Sharma Nidhi , Mahajan Divya
Published: August 2024

Virtual reality has laid the cornerstone for various fields that remained unexplored till date due to various restraints. VR has not only enhanced the efficacy levels but also served as the basis for effectiveness. There have been studies depicting the various types of VR, but this area of semi- immersive VR still remains unexplored. Pathways sweeping the global waves of growth and development opening doors to significant opportunities in the field of technology have raised expectations from the real estate business as well. With the remarkable contribution of virtual reality in all spheres of business, it has played a crucial role in enhancing customer expectations, and also acquainting them with an enriching experience in an interactive way. This study helps in bridging the gap by taking the benefits of both fully immersive and non-immersive VR that could be promptly utilized to achieve customer satisfaction in enhancing customer experience as well as the user experience. The study highlights the role of various technologies in the field of semi-immersive virtual reality in a more comprehensive manner. By analysing the various aspects of virtual reality, the study envisages the impact of semi-immersive virtual reality in magnifying the marketing prospects in real estate business and influencing the purchase decisions of customers.
Artificial Intelligence's Evolutionary Impact on the Tourism Sector
Authors: Padma Stanzin , Nabi Tawheed
Published: August 2024

A new era of personalised travel has been ushered in by artificial intelligence. AI in tourism revolutionises the industry by enhancing personalisation, efficiency and customer experiences. It provides personalised recommendations and predictive analytics for demand forecasting and pricing optimisation. Research into AI within the tourism sector has experienced a significant surge since 2017. Recent research highlights a variety of aspects of AI's application in the travel industry. This chapter systematically selects papers from prestigious journals using post-2018 publications from numerous trustworthy databases to give a comprehensive picture of the rapidly expanding body of work on artificial intelligence in the tourism industry. It endeavours to thematically explore how AI has propelled advancements in the tourism industry, the challenges it presents, and its potential for future development. The chapter further presents practical implementations and outlines future research directions.
Exploring the Benefits and Challenges of IT-Enabled Learning in the Education Sector
Authors: Arora Shaina , Pandey Anand , Batta Kamal , Khan Shad Ahmad
Published: August 2024

In this chapter, the primary advantages, and problems of information technology (IT) enabled learning in the education sector are discussed. In addition, the effects of shifting from traditional classrooms to online learning environments are briefly discussed. This chapter is based on the perspective that the extended reality (XR) can be realized through the success of IT enable learning. The aim is to delve into the significance of IT-enabled learning within today's educational landscape, examining the factors contributing to its rapid adoption. Drawing from existing research, the study discusses the implementation of IT-enabled learning technologies in educational environments. The key findings of this study include the benefits and drawbacks of moving from a traditional classroom setting to an online learning environment, including the frequency with which they arise, the different kinds of barriers that may be encountered, the possible advantages, the potential downsides, and security concerns.
Cybercrime, Digital Terrorism, and 5G Paradigm
Authors: Bhardwaj Akashdeep
Published: August 2024

In this digital era, fears about cybercrime and digital terrorism are rising. A coordinated effort will be required to keep ahead of the threat as the world grows more digitally connected. The threat posed by cybercrime and digital terrorism to people, businesses, and countries is increasing. An overview of the several types of cybercrime and digital terrorism, such as online fraud, identity theft, hacking, and cyberstalking. The accelerated attack surfaces in 5G networks, driven by reduced latency and increased data speeds, empower cybercriminals with the ability to deploy sophisticated attacks at unprecedented rates. This necessitates a paradigm shift in cybersecurity strategies to effectively detect, respond to, and mitigate threats in real-time within this dynamic and fast-paced digital landscape. The chapter follows up with an examination of the field's present and potential trends as well as the significance of creating strong defenses against cybercrime and cyberterrorism.
Research Review on Performance Evaluation of Fifth Generation (5G) Technologies and Protocols
Authors: Veluchamy Kavitha , Pavitra A. Rehash Rushmi , Isaivani M. , Guerrero Josep M.
Published: August 2024

A revolutionary advance in wireless communication technology has been illustrated through the development of fifth generation (5G) network architecture and standards. In addition, 5G is intended to provide unequalled speed, minimal latency, and widespread device connection in contrast to its predecessors. The user equipment (UE) core network (CN) and radio access network (RAN) are the three main parts of the architecture. By using technologies like beamforming and Massive MIMO the RAN maximizes spectral efficiency. Deploying an open-minded, cloud-based design that utilizes software-defined networking (SDN) and network function virtualization (NFV) to improve scalability and efficiency of resources implies a significant shift in the CN. Further, new radio (NR) protocol supports a variety of applications thereby high data rates is crucial to the development of 5G. Ultimately the requirements of (MMTC), ultra-reliable low-latency communication (URLLC) and enhanced mobile broadband (EMBB) are all addressed by this advancement.