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LANGUAGE WORLD MODEL IN POLISH AND UKRAINIAN PARABLES ABOUT THE POWER OF WORDS
Authors:   Lesya Ukrainka Volyn National University, Lutsk, Ukraine, Ostapchuk Viktoriya
Published: December 2024

The article provides a comparative analysis of the language world model in Polish and Ukrainian paremiology about the power of words. The stated topic is relevant and important for the development of intercultural communication. A comparative analysis of parables about the power of words allows us to find out not only the linguistic features of the use of proverbs, sayings and phraseological units in closely related languages, but also certain differences in the understanding of the phenomenon of the power of words in both cultures. Analysing the achievements of paramyology on the power of words, attention is drawn to the definition of the “language world model”. It is found that the language world model reflects the relationship between language and culture, the influence of language on the formation of worldview, perception of reality by peoples of different cultures. Studying the linguistic worldview in Polish and Ukrainian parables, it is taken into account that each language has its own vocabulary and specific grammatical constructions that reflect the unique values of a particular community. The article analyses various definitions of “paremia” and shows that the concept of “paremia has not acquired a terminological meaning and its definitions often include different genres: proverbs and phraseological units, maxims and aphorisms, signs and folk comparisons, etc. In this regard, the article deals with the “paremic minimum” – proverbs, sayings and phraseological units about the word. The imagery and brevity of the paremia form allows us to see a specific meaning behind the text: events, a hint of something, etc. Both Polish and Ukrainian paraphrases reveal the extraordinary value of a “kind word”, which is sweeter than wine, quenches thirst, costs little but is better than money, helps, heals, brings harmony, and lives forever. Despite the similarity of the meanings of proverbs in Polish and Ukrainian, they have their own connotations. Proverbs associatively evoke allusions to biblical aphorisms, since the Bible is the oldest source of paremia. The article presents biblical parallels to Polish and Ukrainian proverbs about the power of words. Both Polish and Ukrainian peoples are characterised by a respectful attitude towards people. Therefore, folk wisdom teaches us to weigh our words so as not to hurt the other person. A comparative analysis of Polish and Ukrainian proverbs shows that the most important national and human values are common, which led to the existence of similar proverbs, sayings and phraseology in Polish and Ukrainian.
As condições sanitárias da internação socioeducativa: a possibilidade de atingir o princípio educativo em ambientes insalubres
Authors: Dallemole Deborah Soares , Brant Gabriela , Costa Ana Paula Motta
Published: December 2024

O presente trabalho foi realizado com o objetivo de analisar os possíveis impactos das condições físicas das unidades de internação socioeducativa na execução do princípio educativo. A pesquisa é realizada através do método dedutivo e parte de uma análise acerca da situação jurídica dos adolescentes internados, buscando-se compreender quais são as finalidades da medida socioeducativa, e como deve ser entendido e inserido o princípio educativo neste contexto. Aborda-se também as compreensões acerca do processo pedagógico ou educacional e a sua relação com o meio no qual se encontra o educando, para, assim, compatibilizar este ideal de educação com a presença do adolescente em instituição que pode ser classificada como total. A falta de condições estruturais adequadas nas unidades, assim como no caso da superlotação, representa importante obstáculo ao princípio educativo e à proteção integral dos direitos dos adolescentes que estão cumprindo medida socioeducativa com restrição de liberdade.
Effect of cigarette smoking on sleep quality of non-obese male medical students of south Punjab
Authors: Bukhari Syed Mohsin Raza , Mehdi Ali , Mehdi Hassan , Nasir Ghulam Mujtaba , Abbas Esha , Safdar Sania , Ilyas Muhammad
Published: November 2024

Background: Cigarette smoking disrupts sleep patterns. Studies suggest a strong link between sleep quality and academic achievement. This study investigates the impact of smoking on sleep quality and academic performance, informing the importance of smoking cessation strategies.
Methods: A cross-sectional, questionnaire-based study was conducted among 100 medical students of Nishtar Medical University from June 2023 to March 2024, using a convenient sampling technique. Demographic and anthropometric details were obtained, and academic performance was recorded based on the percentage achieved in the recent professional examination. Sleep quality was assessed by a validated questionnaire; PSQI. SPSS version 27 was utilized for data analysis.
Results: Smokers demonstrated a significantly higher PSQI (median 7, IQR 2-13) than non-smokers (median 4, IQR 1-15), p= 0.02. Academic scores were slightly higher in non-smokers (median 73.5, IQR 59.35-81.85) than in smokers (median 69.85, IQR 51-78.5), p= 0.05. In Group 1 (nonsmokers) and Group 2 (smokers), there was a significant negative correlation between PSQI and academic performance (Rho = -0.357, p = 0.011), and (Rho = -0.314, p = 0.026) respectively. Cigarettes smoked per day were also significantly correlated with both PSQI (Rho = 0.331, p = 0.019) and academic performance (Rho = -0.539, p = 0.000).
Conclusions: Smokers had poor sleep quality and slightly lower academic scores than non-smokers. Poor sleep quality was strongly tied to lower academic achievement. Students should be informed about the link between cigarette smoking and poor sleep quality, and how that affects academic performance.
Prevenance and determinants of violence against healthcare workers in multiple settings: a cross sectional study
Authors: Jackson Preetha , Bijoy Hanna , P. V. Gopika , Anoop Hanna Elsa , Nair Gadha Jayachandran , Jose Flemin , V. R. Reshma , Viswan Leena , Mani Sapna Meryl , Johns Felix
Published: November 2024

Background: The quality of clinical care hinges on the doctor-patient relationship. The murder of Dr. Vandana Das highlights the urgent need to address violence against healthcare workers (HCWs). This study aimed to ascertain the prevalence of violence among HCWs, examine reporting mechanisms, and comprehend the repercussions of such incidents.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among HCWs at Pushpagiri Medical College Hospital and Taluk headquarters hospital, Pulinkunnu. A semi-structured questionnaire derived from surveys on workplace violence in the health sector by PSI (Public Services International), ILO (International Labour Office), ICN (International Council of Nurses), and WHO was used to measure violence.
Results: Among 185 participants, 150 were from private settings and 35 from government settings. In government settings, 14.3% experienced physical violence, and 31.4% faced verbal violence. In private settings, 9.3% encountered physical violence, 39.3% experienced verbal violence, and 2.7% reported sexual harassment. Incidents of physical violence were more frequent among HCWs with 6-10 years of experience and those working with adult patients. Verbal violence was more common among staff working in shifts and with adult and elderly patients.
Conclusions: Verbal violence was the most prevalent, affecting 37% of HCWs, often from patients’ relatives or bystanders. Contributing factors included staff shortages, patient non-compliance, long waiting times, communication issues, and work overload. Addressing violence against HCWs requires improved staffing, communication, security measures, and stringent legislation to safeguard HCWs’ well-being and patient care quality.
An explorative cross-sectional study on breast-feeding practices among children aged 12-23 months residing in a district of northwestern Punjab: an urban-rural comparison
Authors: Kaur Kirandeep , Kaur Jasleen , Mahajan Sanjeev , Padda Preeti
Published: November 2024

Background: The IYCF guidelines clearly dictates the breastfeeding practices for first six months of life. But, the practical adoption of these recommendations continues to fall short of expectations. Factors like urbanization, infant formula marketing, and maternal employment have contributed to declining exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) rates. Therefore, we planned to conduct this study to assess breastfeeding practices during first 6 months of life and made an urban-rural comparison.
Methods: An explorative cross-sectional study was conducted in 2 villages and 2 urban slums, involving 420 mother-child pairs (210 each from rural and urban). A mother and child duo where child was aged between 12-23 months were interviewed. The information pertaining to breastfeeding during first six months were collected on pre-designed, pretested and validated proforma. Data was compiled and analysed using Epi-info 0.7.
Results: Out of 420 participants 54% were males and 46% were females. Breastmilk was given to 98% of the study participants with no significant urban-rural difference. However, only 5% of urban and 2% of rural infants started breastfeeding within the first hour after birth. Overall, 46% of infants began breastfeeding two days after birth, with a significantly higher proportion in rural areas (53%) compared to urban areas (39%).74% were exclusively breastfed. Prelacteal feeding was significantly more common in rural areas (87%) than in urban areas (76%).
Conclusions: While exclusive breastfeeding rates were relatively good. Significant differences were observed in early breastfeeding initiation and prelacteal feeding in rural and urban area.
Food addiction among medical college students in Bengaluru city: a cross sectional study
Authors: Soman Marvel K. , G. S. Vidya , M. Shashikala
Published: November 2024

Background: Food addiction has specific connotations with respect to obesity which often results from the imbalance of food intake and energy expenditure. In countries like India, with relative abundance of food in recent years, and reduction in physical exercise, the rates of obesity have been on the rise. Obesity itself has been associated with the occurrence of metabolic syndrome which becomes a risk factor for diabetes mellitus and dyslipidaemia. This study aimed to assess the proportion of food addiction among medical college students in Bengaluru city.
Methods: A descriptive study was conducted over a period of three months. The sampling technique employed was convenient sampling. The study population consisted of undergraduate medical students. The study involved a total of 174 participants. Inclusion criteria for participation included 1st year to 4th year MBBS students. The study tool utilized was the Yale Food Addiction Scale (YFAS).
Results: Out of 174 respondents, the rate of occurrence of food addiction was 27.4%. Persistent desire or repeated unsuccessful attempts to quit was the most common symptom domain endorsed. Food addiction showed statistically significant association with BMI (Body Mass Index).
Conclusions: This exploratory study suggests that food addiction may be present in a proportion of young aged medical students. The association of food addiction with higher weight and BMI suggests propensity to develop metabolic syndrome, and the need to evaluate interventions that could modify phenomenological expression of food addiction.
Awareness about the role of physical activity and diet on oral health and respiratory health: a questionnaire based cross sectional study
Authors: Kavitake Ranjeet D. , Chand Sachin , Khan Mohsin , Shaktawat Neha , Chauhan Minal , Chouhan Dharamveer Singh
Published: November 2024

Background: This cross-sectional study was carried out to assess the awareness of role of diet in oral and systemic health and their inter-relationship amongst the general population of Jodhpur city, Rajasthan.
Methods: A cross-sectional epidemiological survey was conducted 800 subjects of Jodhpur city Rajasthan region and a self-constructed questionnaire was used to collect the information. Here patient’s awareness for periodontal-systemic health inter-relationship was also assessed by questionnaire. Study is started conducting from 15th August 2023 to 25th July 2024. Study was completed in 11 months 10 days.
Results: It was observed that majority knew about role of diet in oral and respiratory health whereas many of them were not much aware about association of periodontal and systemic conditions which was statistically significant.
Conclusions: There is an imperative call for ample educational programs to promote good oral hygiene awareness and its impact on systemic health amongst the general population.
Opinion, perception and attitude of medical students towards family adoption programme- a cross sectional study
Authors: Gurav Ravindra Balaram , Nair Aishwarya Suresh , Tomar Poornima
Published: November 2024

Background: Right from first MBBS to third MBBS part one, the community medicine curriculum includes family adoption programme (FAP). It involves adopting families by medical students from underserved communities and tackling various health problems among them.
Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted among 232 MBBS students of Rajiv Gandhi Medical College, Thane in the month of January 2024 using purposive sampling method. Pre-designed proforma was used to record age and gender of the students and 18 Likert scale questions for assessing their opinion, perception and attitude towards FAP. The data was entered in Microsoft Excel and analysed. SE (p1-p2) test was applied. The statistical level of significance was fixed at p<0.05.
Results: 150 (64.66%) students had strongly agreed for ‘FAP is important to understand the health problems among the adopted family’ and 112 (48.28%) to ‘FAP is essential to understand social problems among the adopted family’.76 (32.76%) subjects had strongly agreed for ‘FAP is useful to understand concept and structure of the family’ and 102 (43.97%) for ‘FAP is innovative way for learning community medicine’. 31 (13.36%) students had strongly agreed for ‘FAP should be conducted in urban area’ while 95 (40.95%) were for ‘FAP should be conducted in rural area’. 86 (37.07%) subjects had strongly agreed to ‘I am happy with the allotted families’. 95 (40.95%) students had strongly agreed for ‘FAP is the foundation of my future medical practice’.
Conclusions: The medical students were highly motivated and under appropriate supervision they can create significant difference in promotion of health of the adopted families.
Risk assessment of type 2 diabetes among the adult population using Indian Diabetes Risk Score: a community-based cross-sectional study in Central India
Authors: Sastry Nidhi P. , Deshmukh Jyotsna S. , Ekre Kalyani R. , Solanki Manisha D. , Nitnaware Vihangi V.
Published: November 2024

Background: Diabetes mellitus is one of the leading causes of long term morbidity and is a major health hazard in a developing country like India. Because of the disease’s growing burden, its iceberg nature, its consequences, and the ability to prevent the complications through early identification and treatment, strong efforts for early diabetes diagnosis are essential. Early identification of the high risk individuals would help in taking appropriate intervention thus helping to prevent, or at least delay, the onset of diabetes. Indian Diabetes Risk Score (IDRS) is a cost-effective tool for screening of undiagnosed diabetic individuals in the community.
Methods: A community based cross sectional study was conducted in the urban field practice area of Indira Gandhi Government Medical College, Nagpur, Maharashtra among 360 participants above 18 years of age. Indian Diabetes Risk Score (IDRS) was used to assess risk of diabetes. Chi-square test was applied to determine association between variables.
Results: Out of the 360 study participants, 86 (23.89%), 156 (43.33%) and 118 (32.78%) participants were in low risk, moderate risk and high risk categories respectively. Risk of diabetes was significantly associated with age, socioeconomic status, physical activity, adequate fruit and vegetable intake, high consumption of sweet foods, history of hypertension, family history of diabetes, body mass index and waist circumference.
Conclusions: Risk assessment using IDRS is useful for screening of individuals. This would help to take necessary interventions for their early diagnosis and treatment.
Prevalence and pattern of self-medication among undergraduate medical students in various medical colleges in Kashmir: a student initiated research
Authors: Dar Abdul Hamid , Fareed Zeshan , Bhagat Anshika , Jan Iqra , Khan Zahid Ali , Qureshi Uruj
Published: November 2024

Background: Self-medication is a widespread practice among medical students, often driven by their growing medical knowledge and easy access to drugs. This study aims to determine the prevalence and pattern of self-medication practices among undergraduate medical students in various medical colleges of Kashmir.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 218 undergraduate medical students from three medical colleges in Kashmir. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire to assess demographic characteristics, self-medication prevalence, reasons for self-medication, and types of drugs used. Statistical significance was set at p<0.05.
Results: Of the 218 participants, 152 (69.7%) were female, and 66 (30.3%) were male. The mean age of participants was 21±1.56 years. The prevalence of self-medication was 49%, with final-year students showing the highest prevalence (52%), followed by first-year students (28.4%). Headaches (55%) and rhinitis (44%) were the most common reasons for self-medication. Analgesics (33%) and antibiotics (29%) were the most frequently used drugs. While 68% of students were aware of the risks associated with self-medication, only 3.8% reported experiencing adverse events.
Conclusions: Self-medication is highly prevalent among medical students in Kashmir, especially among senior students. The frequent use of antibiotics raises concerns about antimicrobial resistance. Educational interventions are needed to promote rational drug use and reduce unsafe self-medication practices.
Developing an instrument for assessing determinants of data use in evidence-based decision making: a principal component analysis at public primary health centres in Haryana, India
Authors: Sahota Rupinder , Das Arindam
Published: November 2024

Background: Evidence-based decision making (EBDM) by frontline health managers is the need of the hour in India and similar low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) for effective health policies and programs and factors affecting it needs to be ascertained. This study aims to develop an instrument for assessing determinants of data use for EBDM by frontline managers at public primary health centres.
Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional and analytical study using interview schedules capturing quantitative data from 120 medical officer in charges (MOICs) positioned at 120 primary health care units across 6 selected districts of Haryana, India. Principal component analysis (PCA) was used to generate clustered factors and reliability was tested.
Results: An instrument with three broad categories of determinants – organizational, technical, and individual (behaviour and technical) was generated. Within these, 154 variables were clustered into 27 factors. Each of the eight factors generated for organizational, technical, individual behaviour and three for individual technical determinants explained 60.5%, 59.8%, 57.7% and 68% of the total variance and had reliability of 0.75, 0.75, 0.78 and 0.80 respectively. Organizational, technical, and individual factors pertained to management meetings with superiors/subordinates, stakeholders influence, trainings in data sources, data quality and check mechanism, information adequacy, training seeking behaviour, involvement in multiple programs, incentivization, computer/software skills and knowledge.
Conclusions: The developed instrument comprised of generated factors which were rigorous, practicable, sorted, reliable and comprehensive, and effectively captured diverse determinants of data use for EBDM by frontline managers in peripheral health centres. The determinants resonate with the public health system scenario and has applicability in further analysis/settings.
Assessment of knowledge on child sexual abuse among school going adolescent girls (age 14-17 years) in urban slums of Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh
Authors: Garapati Sridevi , Peetala Sujatha , Goru Krishna B.
Published: November 2024

Background: Child sexual abuse (CSA) is a hidden, psychologically complex, and socially sensitive issue. The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012 defines different forms of sexual abuse. Child sexual abuse can result in both short-term and long-term consequences including physical, mental, and behavioural among victims. It is very important to understand and improve public awareness of sexual abuse prevention. Objectives were to study the awareness on child sexual abuse among adolescent girls between 14 to 17 years of age and to identify the socio-demographic factors related to their awareness on child sexual abuse.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among adolescent girls in 3 urban slums in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh during September to November 2019 using a semi-structured questionnaire. A total of 343 children participated in the study. Data analysis was done with statistical package for the social sciences (SPSS) version 16.
Results: Mean age of the study population was15.82±1.08 years. Half (53.9%) of them belong to BC, 73.8% Hindu, 87.4% of the participants have parents and 70.6% belong to nuclear family. Overall knowledge on child sexual abuse was 60.3%, majority (67.1%) do not know where sexual abuse can take place. Knowledge on getting physical, mental, and behavioural problems due to abuse was 72.0%, 69.1% and 46.1% respectively and none of them were aware of POCSO act.
Conclusions: Knowledge gaps and misperceptions about child sexual abuse are widespread. Children, Parents, caregivers, professionals in health and education and law enforcement should be prime targets for awareness-building and empathy-building for disclosure and appropriate response.
Experience with newborn hearing screening in a tertiary hospital: a 6-month review from Kaniyakumari
Authors: D. Jude Anselm Shyras , S. Ganapathy , C. Subramonia Biju , R. Suneer , Raj Mathan , R. Kiruthiga , A. Anagha
Published: November 2024

Background: Early identification of congenital hearing loss is vital for optimal language, cognitive, and social development. Despite its significance, universal newborn hearing screening (UNHS) programs are not well-established in many regions of India. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of congenital hearing loss and assess the performance of otoacoustic emissions (OAE) and brainstem evoked response audiometry (BERA) in a tertiary care setting in Kanyakumari.
Methods: A retrospective review was performed on 830 newborns delivered at Kanyakumari Government Medical College Hospital from July to December 2022. All newborns underwent initial OAE screening within 24 to 72 hours of birth or prior to neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) discharge. Infants failing the second OAE screening were further evaluated with BERA. Relevant risk factors were documented, and families received counselling regarding follow-up.
Results: The incidence of congenital hearing loss was found to be 0.12%. Of the 93 infants who required repeat screening after failing the first OAE, 21 failed the second test, and one was confirmed to have hearing loss through BERA. The first OAE had a sensitivity of 100% and a specificity of 89%, while the second OAE maintained 100% sensitivity and 78% specificity. Family history of hearing impairment was a significant risk factor (p<0.001).
Conclusions: This study highlights the practicality and efficacy of implementing UNHS in resource-constrained areas. OAE proves to be a reliable initial screening method, with BERA serving as a robust confirmatory tool. Improved awareness and access to healthcare can further enhance program success.
Meta-analysis of alcohol consumption and cancer risk: a comprehensive review of epidemiological evidence and mechanistic insights
Authors: Reddy Sagam Dinesh
Published: November 2024

Alcohol consumption has been identified as a risk factor for various types of cancer. This meta-analysis aims to quantify the association between alcohol intake and cancer risk and to explore the underlying biological mechanisms. A comprehensive literature search was conducted for studies published between January 2000 to December 2023. Eligible studies included cohort and case-control studies that reported relative risks (RRs) or odds ratios (ORs) for cancer associated with alcohol consumption. Data were extracted and pooled using a random-effects model. Heterogeneity was assessed using the I² statistic. Subgroup analyses were performed based on cancer type and level of alcohol consumption. A total of 75 studies were included in the meta-analysis. Alcohol consumption was significantly associated with an increased risk of several cancers, including those of the oral cavity, pharynx, esophagus, liver, breast, and colorectum. The pooled RRs for high vs. low/no alcohol consumption were as follows: oral cavity and pharynx (RR=3.15, 95% CI: 2.44-4.05), esophagus (RR=2.89, 95% CI: 2.19-3.81), liver (RR=1.83, 95% CI: 1.39-2.40), breast (RR=1.25, 95% CI: 1.14-1.37), and colorectum (RR=1.21, 95% CI: 1.09-1.34). Heterogeneity was moderate to high across studies. This meta-analysis confirms the significant association between alcohol consumption and increased risk of multiple cancers. Public health strategies should emphasize reducing alcohol intake to lower cancer risk.
Comprehensive dental and surgical management of patients with congenital insensitivity to pain with anhidrosis: a systematic review of reported cases and management strategies
Authors: Fatani Bader A. , Bin-Salah Mohammed A. , Mahdi Abdulaziz A. , Almuhaythif Muhannad A.
Published: November 2024

Congenital insensitivity to pain is a rare condition that is usually detected in late toddlerhood, a time when children are very active and prone to getting hurt without feeling pain. Despite being protected from external dangers, individuals with this condition tend to harm themselves by biting their tongue, lips, and fingers, leading to significant damage. Children who cannot sense pain and have mental challenges are more vulnerable to infections and slow-healing ulcers. The atypical pain is caused by the absence of specific nerves and nerve responses to harmful stimuli. While previous reports have impressed on oral and dental issues related to congenital insensitivity to pain with or without anhidrosis and how they are managed surgically and dentally, there hasn't been a systematic review gathering all oral and dental findings of this condition. Therefore, our current systematic review aims to examine the complete dental and surgical treatment of patients with congenital insensitivity to pain with anhidrosis (CIPA) by discussing documented cases and treatment methods.
From silos to synergies: multisectoral collaboration to reach the last mile of malaria elimination in India
Authors: Shinde Shwetangi R. , Shah Anuradha K.
Published: November 2024

Malaria, a public health problem in India with declining endemicity, is now being tackled with the National Strategic Plan for Malaria Elimination (2023-2027), targeting zero indigenous cases by 2027 and complete elimination by 2030. A central pillar of this strategy is vector control, yet its effectiveness is undermined by siloed efforts, where different sectors work in isolation. Malaria is a disease with various environmental, social, and behavioural determinants, requiring a multisectoral approach for control. Coordinated efforts involving the health, environment, agriculture, housing, water, and education sectors among others are crucial to address the broader determinants of mosquito breeding and disease transmission. Focusing exclusively on health sector interventions risks overlooking these critical factors. Multisectoral collaboration for vector control is central to the global vector control response (GVCR) 2017-2030, the multisectoral approach to the prevention and control of vector-borne diseases (2020), along with India's manual on integrated vector management. Several ministries have already begun implementing measures to address mosquito breeding. Successful case studies from Kenya, Maharashtra, and Gujarat demonstrate the effectiveness of such collaborative efforts in vector control. However, challenges remain, particularly in defining roles, securing funding and strengthening entomological infrastructure. Addressing these challenges through strong political commitment, clear accountability frameworks, and increased resources is crucial for achieving sustainable malaria elimination in India. Improving health outcomes should be a shared responsibility, breaking silos and aligning efforts across all sectors and sections of the society.
Handle with care: authorship challenges and conflicts in research publication
Authors: Kumar Mahendra
Published: November 2024

This review article explores how to determine correct authorship order, addresses disputes among co-authors over authorship credit, identifies misconduct, and offers recommendations to resolve such conflicts. An electronic literature search was conducted using keywords such as “authorship,” “authorship conflict,” “publication abuses” “co-authorship” and “co-authorship order,” among others. Over 100 free full-text articles published between 2010 and 2024 were reviewed. The review presents different perspectives of authorship disputes, how to decide the order of authorship, authorship abuse, and various types of scientific misconduct. Additionally, suggestions from various authorities on improving current authorship practices are included.
Universalização do ensino médio e abandono escolar: O que dizem os dados de 2022
Authors: Travitzki Rodrigo
Published: December 2024

Investigamos a universalização do ensino médio na perspectiva da Meta 3 do Plano Nacional de Educação de 2014. A análise, com dados oficiais e públicos, é dividida em duas partes. Primeiro, atualizamos para 2022 o monitoramento de dois indicadores da Meta 3, incluindo resultados por estado. Segundo, identificamos fatores associados ao abandono nas escolas estaduais, utilizando modelos de regressão. Os resultados mostram que houve avanços em relação à Meta 3, mas ainda insuficientes devido a uma oportunidade demográfica pouco aproveitada. Os fatores mais associados à diminuição do abandono escolar foram o nível socioeconômico, o tempo integral, a profissionalização da carreira docente e internet para a aprendizagem. São feitas algumas considerações sobre o Novo Ensino Médio
Sobre cómo enfrentar el tema corrupción desde el arbitraje y los mecanismos existentes
Authors: Quiroga Anticona Danny
Published: December 2024

El presente trabajo dedicado al tema corrupción busca explicar la metodología que hoy en día trata estos casos especiales y que no son más (o no deberían serlo) soslayados. Para ello, se busca dar a conocer tales avances a fin de saber cómo acercarse al tema y cómo tratarlo al interior de un proceso arbitral. Un aspecto que se analiza es la experiencia internacional: casos emblemáticos a partir de los cuales se ha desarrollado en parte la metodología y que en los tribunales arbitrales modernos resultan ser de práctica usual cuando existen casos que presenten tales elementos de corrupción. Otro aspecto bajo comentario es la explicación de los métodos de análisis en forma detallada y, finalmente, un tema importante, es la consecuencia de hallazgos sobre corrupción dentro de un proceso, el accionar del árbitro, el rol que toma al momento de emitir su decisión.
Del procesalismo rígido a la modernización del arbitraje en el Ecuador: Aplicación de normas no domésticas en el arbitraje local
Authors: Carmigniani Eduardo , Cepeda Carla , Muriel Bernarda
Published: December 2024

En este artículo se discutirá una de las problemáticas más desafiantes que enfrenta el arbitraje ecuatoriano hoy en día: la posibilidad de aplicar en el arbitraje local reglas procesales disintas a las domésticas. Este estudio pretende demostrar que la incorporación de reglas procesales no domésticas en el arbitraje local no solo es admisible, sino deseable a efectos de fortalecer los principios de primacía de autonomía de la voluntad y flexibilidad del proceso arbitral. Se discutirá la importancia que estos principios tienen en materia de arbitraje, en qué consiste su aplicación y sus límites. Se analizará también la aplicación de la normativa procesal no doméstica en el arbitraje interno y casos específicos en los que se lo ha hecho. Finalmente, se planteará el reto que enfrenta el Ecuador: superar el excesivo formalismo procesalista del arbitraje interno.
Participación y Políticas Públicas. El encuentro entre Economía Solidaria y Salud Mental: avances y desafíos en experiencias brasileñas
Authors: Gonçalvez Lucas F. S. , Freire Flávia Helena M. A.
Published: December 2024

El presente trabajo tiene como objetivo discutir y analizar la relación entre salud mental y economía solidaria desde la perspectiva de la rehabilitación psicosocial, señalando las prácticas laborales cotidianas de los emprendimientos de economía solidaria, sustentadas en principios y valores emancipadores, como una posibilidad efectiva de generación de trabajo e ingresos en el contexto de la salud mental. Además, pretende reflexionar sobre la viabilidad y consolidación de las agendas de la lucha antimanicomial y de los movimientos de economía solidaria a través de políticas públicas elaboradas junto con el Estado brasileño, destacando la participación y la movilización social como factores relevantes en la conquista de derechos y fortalecimiento de la propia democracia. También presenta un breve panorama de las iniciativas de economía solidaria en salud mental en el contexto brasileño y en la ciudad de Volta Redonda en Río de Janeiro. La metodología priorizó el análisis documental de las políticas de salud mental y economía solidaria, así como otras fuentes documentales, como cartas abiertas de movimientos sociales e informes de grupos de trabajo gubernamentales. Se verifica el protagonismo de los usuarios y de los movimientos sociales estudiados en la construcción de políticas públicas que atiendan sus demandas e intereses transformadores, así como en el proceso de movilización ante retrocesos en su relación con el Estado. Señala la necesidad de una mayor articulación entre ambos movimientos, además de un acercamiento con la administración pública, promoviendo así una mayor participación social en los procesos de toma de decisiones en torno a políticas públicas similares.
An exploration of sustainable innovation investment in emerging markets: An archival study
Authors: SeTin SeTin , Martusa Riki , Meythi Meythi
Published: November 2024

This study aims to examine the relationship between asymmetric cost behavior and innovation of listed firms in emerging markets, i.e., listed firms in the Indonesian capital market. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) topic has become a hot issue worldwide. Innovation, as a part of SDGs, is a prerequisite to reducing the carbon emissions in a country, including the listed firms on the Indonesian capital market. This study employs quantitative method. To investigate Indonesian-listed firms investment in innovation, we use innovation scores from Thomson Reuters to investigate the investment in innovation by the Indonesian-listed firms. This study utilizes multiple regression tests to examine the empirical model. Our study uses an asymmetric cost behavior model to examine the investment from the firms. We apply data panel to examine the model, i.e., the listed firms of Indonesian capital market during 2010-2019. The result is that innovation influences asymmetric cost behavior. This study also performs a robustness check regarding the empirical model. The result shows that the model is robust. We contribute to the literature on sustainability accounting and the literature on the capital markets. The implication of this study is to give investors information related to the development of sustainability in developing markets. The developing market is a promising investment for investors worldwide. This study also gives feedback to regulators related to the development of innovation in developing markets, particularly Indonesian capital market.
Driving towards the future: Investigating senior tourist acceptance factors of autonomous vehicles in travel and tourism
Authors: Qingyu Zhang , Khan Salman , Mehmood Shafaqat , Khan Safeer Ullah
Published: November 2024

This paper investigates the role of autonomous vehicles in transforming mobility and tourism. By extending the understanding of self-driving cars within a tourism context, this paper enhances the Automation Acceptance Model and tests the effects of underexplored variables in tourism studies, such as social influence, prior knowledge, and openness to change as a moderator. Data were collected through a survey method, and responses from 269 participants were analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). These results suggest that while the extension of the theoretical model is informative, the insignificance of six of the proposed hypotheses calls for deeper investigation in other contexts concerning user acceptance behaviors. This opens new directions for further research, particularly with regard to age, perceived safety, and the level of trust in the technology. The paper concludes with practical implications to help increase the acceptance of autonomous vehicles among senior tourists, discusses limitations, and provides recommendations for future investigation in this rapidly evolving area.
An empirical study of visitors' motivations and actual behavior in dark tourism sites using structural equation modeling: Bangladesh perspective
Authors: Hossain Md Shakhawat , Chowdhury Md Sohel , Masud Abdullah Al , Refat Nazmul Hasan , Wu Renhong
Published: November 2024

This study applies the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) to explore visitors' motivations and their actual behavior at dark tourism sites (DTS) in Bangladesh. It integrates four key motivational dimensions—national identity, educational-historical exploration, empathy, and recognition—to assess how these motivations influence visitors' attitudes (AT), behavioral intention (BI), and actual behaviors (AB). A total of 402 valid questionnaires were collected and examined using confirmatory factor analysis to assess the fit of the measurement model. This research utilized structural equation modeling (SEM) to assess the seven hypotheses. Empirical results show that visitors’ motivation has a positive impact on their attitude (AT) and behavioral intention (BI). Subjective norms (SN) and perceived behavioral control (PBC) are linked to the visitors’ intentions, and BI is linked to their AB. But AT to AB and AT to BI were not statistically significant. The study collected the information during the COVID-19 pandemic, without controlling for its potential effects, using a self-reported questionnaire from a single source. The research contributes to the current knowledge by examining visitors' motivations and exploring their intentions and actual behavior toward DTS in the tourism field.
Examining the reliability and validity of self-efficacy beliefs, stress, perceived teachers' support and academic burnout scales using the PLS-SEM approach
Authors: Li Jingyuan , Lay Yoon Fah
Published: November 2024

Likert scales were used in this study to collect data on measures such as the student academic burnout scale, the student stress scale, the student self-efficacy beliefs scale and the student perceived teacher support scale.  The purpose of this study is to examine the four-part scales' reliability and validity used in this research. The number of measurement indicators for the four scales was 11, 13, 12 and 10, respectively. Seventy-five college students from five colleges and universities participated in the research and the partial least squares structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) approach was applied to analyze the data. Consequently, the internal consistency and reliability of the measures were assessed using Cronbach's alpha (CA) and composite reliability (CR) both of which exceeded the clinical thresholds of 0.6 and 0.7, respectively. The average variance extracted (AVE) was used to evaluate the scales' convergent validity and the reported values were all stated above 0.5. The scales' discriminant validity was also framed within the range of threshold values. As a result, the scales used in this study demonstrated good validity and reliability and can be useful in assessing relationships throughout a range of study situations.
GROWTH PERFORMANCE, HEMATOLOGICAL AND HISTOLOGICAL PARAMETERS OF NILE TILAPIA LARVAE FED DIETS SUPPLEMENTED WITH B-GLUCANES AND NUCLEOTIDES
Authors: Lopes de Melo Caroline , Carvalho Imaculada , Tank Fortunato Murilo Henrique , Santana Natel Andressa , do Nascimento Ariane Flávia , Mattos Pedreira Marcelo , Ferreira Menezes Williane , Santos Amorim Matheus Philip , Albers Koch João Fernando
Published: December 2024

Food additives such as nucleotides and ?-glucans are used to enhance the performance and immunity of aquatic organisms. This study aimed to evaluate the addition of these substances in the diet of Nile tilapia larvae, assessing growth, survival, hematological parameters, histological changes, and stress resistance. The experiment lasted 30 days, with 800 larvae distributed across 16 aquariums and divided into four treatments: control (no supplementation), ?-glucan (0.75 g kg-1), nucleotide (2 g kg-1), and ?-glucan + nucleotide (0.75 + 2 g kg-1). The larvae fed diets supplemented with ?-glucan showed higher final weight, daily weight gain, total length, and specific growth rate, and better performance in the hypoxia test. Larvae fed the combination of ?-glucan + nucleotides also differed from the control for the same parameters, except for length. After stress challenges with salinity and hypoxia, larvae in the control group showed lower survival, demonstrating that the supplementation of ?-glucan and nucleotides improves stress resistance and animal well-being. Intestinal villus thickness was reduced in the nucleotide-supplemented diet. In conclusion, the supplementation of ?-glucan and nucleotides has positive effects on the survival and performance of Nile tilapia larvae, particularly under stress conditions.
CALCIUM AND MAGNESIUM SILICATE AND SOIL AS ENVIRONMENTAL STABILIZERS IN THE CULTIVATION OF NILE TILAPIA LARVAE IN THE RECIRCULATION SYSTEM
Authors: Ferreira Menezes Williane , Rodrigues Souza Emilene , Sá Fortes Pedreira Rodrigo , Philip Santos Amorim Matheus , Campos Silva Robson , Pelli Afonso , Mattos Pedreira Marcelo
Published: December 2024

With the intensification of production systems and the need to reduce water use, there is a greater likelihood of sudden changes in water quality, leading to fish mortality. Therefore, it is necessary to develop techniques that increase environmental homeostasis. This experiment evaluated the influence of calcium-magnesium silicate and soil compared to calcium carbonate and calcium-magnesium carbonate, traditional alkalizers, as environmental stabilizers in cultivating Nile tilapia larvae in a recirculating system. The experiment was composed of five treatments: Control) aquarium containing only water; Soil) water and soil; Calcitic) water and calcium carbonate (CaCO3); Dolomite) water and dolomitic limestone (CaCO3 MgCO3) and Silicate) water and calcium-magnesium silicate (CaSiO3 MgSiO3). After 30 days, the performance parameters, weight, standard length, total length, Fulton condition factor, weight gain, biomass, biomass gain, and survival, did not differ among treatments. Among the water quality parameters, temperature (30 °C) and oxygen (5 to 6 mg L-1) were maintained with heaters and aeration throughout the period. The parameters conductivity, pH, redox potential, salinity, turbidity, ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, alkalinity, hardness, calcium, magnesium, and silica were measured. The pH was higher in the silicate and calcitic treatments than in the control. The dolomitic treatment was higher for the redox potential than in the soil. The electrical conductivity was higher in the soil treatment than in the control. The turbidity in the soil was higher than in the other treatments. Salinity was higher in treatments that received liming products but with low values. Ammonia concentration was higher in the control treatment than in the silicate. Nitrite and nitrate concentrations did not differ between treatments. Alkalinity was higher in the silicate treatment. Hardness was higher in the calcitic, dolomitic, and silicate treatments than in control and soil. Calcium dissolved in water was higher in the calcitic and silicate treatments than in the control and soil. Silica dissolved in water was higher in silicate. Calcium-magnesium silicate is a viable and recommended alternative for liming, as it presents results equivalent to calcitic and dolomitic limestone, traditional salts for this practice, which confirms its importance in maintaining water quality and fish performance. Although the soil has a buffering capacity in the water, it is less effective than other products and deserves further study.
ETOGRAMA DAS ATIVIDADES COMPORTAMENTAIS AGONÍSTICA DO PEIXE Mesonauta festivus (Heckel, 1840), em cativeiro
Authors: DE AZEVEDO LUIS , De Araújo Andréa Soares
Published: December 2024

Os comportamentos agonísticos dos ciclídeos é bastante diversificado, apresentando uma série de repertório que ajudam na perpetuação das espécies. O objetivo do trabalho foi elaborar etogramas dos comportamentos agonísticos predominantes do Mesonauta festivus (Heckel, 1840) em cativeiro. Durante 20 dias, foram realizadas 3h de observação presencial por dia, sendo 1,5h no período da manhã e 1,5h à tarde, e 5h de filmagens de manhã e 5h à tarde, totalizando 10h de observação das filmagens. Os resultados obtidos dos comportamentos agonísticos ajudou na criação de etogramas das atividades do Mesonauta festivus em cativeiro, sendo elas: Ataque lateral; Confronto Frontal breve; Confronto Frontal prolongado; Perseguição e Fuga e Cuidado parental. Além dos tipos de movimentos como: Descanso; Movimentação lenta; Movimentação rápida e Flutuação. A pesquisa visa ajudar os futuros pesquisadores na criação de etogramas para documentar as atividades dos peixes e contribuir para o entendimento de criação em cativeiro já que a espécie é um ciclídeo ornamental.
BEHAVIOR OF PROSTAGLANDIN E2 IN THE TUMOR MICROENVIRONMENT AND ITS IMPACT ON DENDRITIC CELLS: AN INTEGRATIVE REVIEW
Authors: Espanhol Fernando Araújo , Vieira Julia Hailer , Michelin Márcia Antoniazi
Published: December 2024

This integrative review provides an in-depth analysis of the influence of prostaglandin E2 on the intratumoral environment, highlighting its association with forms of immune evasion. The studies reviewed reveal that the presence, behavior, and overexpression of PGE2 are crucial in shaping the tumor microenvironment, emphasizing the need for a more detailed understanding of these interactions. Several studies have emphasized the importance of investigating agents capable of modulating cytokines and chemokines in the tumor microenvironment and using immunotherapy as a promising approach to treat specific immunometabolic conditions. These alternatives aim to strengthen the host immune system against tumor cells, representing a hopeful strategy to overcome the immunosuppression barriers associated with molecules such as prostaglandin E2. Therefore, this review highlights the complexity of the interactions between PGE2, dendritic cells, and cancer, indicating promising avenues for future research and more targeted and effective therapeutic interventions.