bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
I AM AN ARCHITECT. Gender and Professional Identity in Irish Architecture
Authors: MacManus Dervla
Published: November 2024

The Irish Architecture Career Tracker Survey launched in March 2023 and received over 680 responses. Part of the Gender Equity in Irish Architecture research project, it asked female participants the extent to which they agreed with the statement ‘The term ‘woman in architecture’ is an important reflection of who I am professionally’. Preliminary results show that overall, only 40% agreed with the statement. When asked the follow up question ‘What term, if any, would you prefer?’ of those who disagreed with the statement, the most popular response was simply ‘architect’. Respondents were also asked ‘How important is being a woman/man to the way you think about your career?’. Perhaps unsurprisingly, the results for men and women are the inverse of one another. This paper presents some of the preliminary findings of this ongoing research project and reflects on the intersection of gender identity and professional identity in the context of the architectural profession and its history in Ireland. It considers the intersection of gender and professional identity, the ‘ontic load’ of gender, and asks how can we as researchers, academics, and advocates support women in architecture while simultaneously not alienating those who seek to reject the label? https://genderequityirisharchitecture.ie/
(Des)Aprender: relatos desde la enseñanza aprendizaje de la arquitectura para desestabilizar el Canon
Authors: Barrientos Díaz Macarena Paz
Published: November 2024

La siguiente comunicación busca, desde el contexto chileno, presentar un breve estado del arte de aproximaciones, herramientas, saberes y prácticas que avanzan en un desaprendizaje del Canon formativo disciplinar. El story telling de Donna Haraway  se convierte en un recurso clave (a modo de metodología) que sirve para develar relatos presentes en las escuelas de arquitectura, que han sido invisibilizados o bien constatados como particularidades aisladas. Así, pensar con permitirá visibilizar y mapear aquellas desestabilizaciones del Canon incipientes como potenciales de emancipación situadas.En 2019, antes del estallido social y del inicio de la pandemia, desde la Facultad de Arquitectura y Urbanismo de la Universidad de Chile se iniciaba una huelga que evidenciaba cómo las prácticas disciplinares eran resentidas por las nuevas generaciones de estudiantes. El 2020, en medio de la forzada implementación de una educación remota, la enseñanza aprendizaje cobró relevancia y centralidad en la discusión disciplinar, y se ensayaron otras aproximaciones y herramientas docentes. No obstante, la prevalencia del Canon subyace.¿Cómo lo desaprendemos?
The City as Archive: Women and Space in 16th – 18th Century Mughal India
Authors: Hasan Zoya Gul
Published: November 2024

A majority of historical perspectives on women and space in Mughal India are limited to the zenana (harem), a space oft represented as insular and quintessentially ‘feminine’. Coupled with the paucity of Mughal women’s voices in the archive, this stereotype has not only created a reductive narrative of their spatial experiences but has also pushed their architectural contributions to the margins. This paper briefly unpacks the conditions and limits of archival research in a context where colonial and patriarchal forces (amongst others) have made it difficult to weave a coherent narrative of their lives through conventional forms of archival evidence. It further frames the contemporary city of Lahore, Pakistan, as an ‘archive’, and explores it in a twofold manner: firstly, by identifying architectural traces that are associated with Mughal women’s patronage and are simultaneously marginalised within historical records, the built fabric and public consciousness; secondly, by rereading two such sites which reveal stories of women’s agency, mobility and inhabitation. Articulated as ‘corporeal presences’ of their patrons in the city, I argue that these sites harbour the capacity to tell the story otherwise. Ultimately, this paper suggests fresh ways of reading historic urban environments such that unheard voices, characters and stories may be brought to the fore, and women’s narratives invisibilized by the male, orientalist gaze may be unearthed.
Archivar y Divulgar: taxonomía intelectual de Susana Torre
Authors: Moreno María Pura Moreno , García-Sánchez José Francisco , De Jorge- Huertas Virginia
Published: November 2024

Esta comunicación analiza la utilización por parte de la arquitecta Susana Torre (1944-…) de un sitio web de elaboración propia configurado como “archivo vivo e interactivo”. El ejercicio de selección, clasificación y exposición —en formato sitio web— permitirá reflexionar sobre el feminismo de datos, o la visibilización de las razones intrínsecas de ciertas arquitecturas en las que convergen sus reflexiones teóricas, docentes y sociales. Los contenidos del sitio web serán analizados desde dos vertientes. La primera dirigida a descubrir la intención de exponer su trabajo para trenzar redes basadas en enfoques feministas que nos remitirán a los estudios de Griselda Pollock y Rozsika Parker (1987, 2020) en cuanto a la relación arte y mujer. Y la segunda buscará descubrir invariantes que faciliten establecer nuevas taxonomías referidas, tal y como nos enseñó Marina Waisman, a una consideración multifocal y heterogénea de la arquitectura. La identificación del propio filtro de la autora, la elaboración de su singular clasificación, o la selección de imágenes (fotografías, dibujos, montajes…) permitirán discernir si sus intenciones de modificar la organización y jerarquía de los espacios para dotar a las mujeres de igualitarias posiciones sociales, fueron factores que vertebraron realmente su obra.
A Hero’s Square and the Heroines Within
Authors: Papadopoulou Anna Andrea
Published: November 2024

Urban space is tactile and meaningful because of social context and content. The essence of an urban enclave depends on how fluidity and uses adjust spatially and socially in its broader context, and on how the physical space is activated by people’s choreography within. Human activity in urban space is purposeful and political, where the latter establishes the rules of engagement through relationships of power. This paper explores the socio-spatial form of an urban square and its evolution from contested territory to a site of resistance, and then to a contemporary public space characterized ostensibly by social equality and inclusion. The Square’s Greek name is transliterated into English as Heroon Square, which means Square of the Heroes, as it commemorates Cypriot men who died in the Second World War. Over the span of a century, the site evolved from private property to a cultural hub, before becoming the city’s red-light district. and then transitioning again in its current state as a rejuvenated, vibrant, urban space of mixed uses. The particular transformation from red-light district to an area of thriving economic activity signifies a shift in women’s place, from ‘prostitute’ serving men’s desires, to worker and colleague, revealing a complex relation between women’s socially sanctioned role and urban functions. The study explores the Square’s past through historiographic accounts, examines architectonic remnants that reveal past uses, and analyses the area’s present form through a series of onsite investigations. Thus, a layered history is constructed, elucidating the fascinating story of the women of Heroon Square, a.k.a. Heroes’ Square, and weaving a narrative of women’s agency within the processes of urban democracy.
De-pioneering the history of architecture: from Simone Guillissen-Hoa (1916-1996) to her constellations
Authors: Vranken Apolline
Published: November 2024

Recent research and publications on the history of architecture and gender have identified a number of pioneering figures. However, using the analytical and semantic field of the (woman) pioneer offers a narrative, a "feminine" history that appears new and different, yet incomplete because still disconnected from a historical genealogy still in the making. At the very edge of the canon, in tension between the methodologies of the monograph and the collective portrait, this article suggests weaving several threads towards the specific and diversified tools, resources and networks that Belgian architect Simone Guillissen-Hoa (1916-1996) had to develop in order to enroll in the architectural training program at La Cambre, complete the curriculum, obtain a diploma and emerge professionally. In a narrative polyphony, the cartography of identified networks, influences, actors and relays gives an oral and ampliative dimension to the official and conventional data preserved in the archives. Thus, in order to destabilize hegemonic classifications and understand the nature and complexity of Simone Guillissen-Hoa's subjective constellations, two constitutive parameters of Simone Guillissen-Hoa's identity will be analyzed to escape hegemonic classifications that tend to hierarchize or even erase certain protagonists: on the one hand, her bilinear family filiation and, on the other, her inclusion in the modern movement and her reception as a 'second-generation' architect.
Graphic novel as tool to preserve and pass on the works of female architects: a feminist perspective
Authors: Oddo Gloria
Published: November 2024

Since women have been allowed to access professional male-predominant fields such as architecture, their work has often been undervalued and dismissed in the historical record. Many of the designs and ideas of female architects longly disappeared from public view, but when reemerging on the surface, their traces tell a different (hi)story. In this sense, a paradigm shift is needed to a more accessible access to the legacy of female architects.Being architecture first a graphic discipline, graphic novels can play an essential role in preserving and showcasing the work of female architects. Graphic novels are a unique tool for allowing female architects' voices to be heard and their work to be recognised, even if sometimes it happened posthumously. Moreover, graphic novels can challenge the established patterns of representation in architecture, highlighting the diversity of experiences and perspectives that have shaped the history of architecture. By combining images and text, graphic novels also convey complex ideas and narratives in a way that is accessible to a broader audience, including those who may not have a background in architecture.
Women Architects of Eastern Türkiye
Authors: Köseoğlu Şölen , İsmailoğlu Semiha
Published: November 2024

Women began to be admitted to architecture schools in Türkiye in 1929, and the first graduates received their diplomas in 1934. However, the literature on architecture typically focuses on men. There are fewer studies on women, and all these women are graduates of old western universities in Türkiye. Therefore, this study will focus on seven women architects who graduated from Karadeniz Technical University in Trabzon, Turkey, between 1970 and 2007. Some of them are well known in the region, while others work as academics, competing architects, or freelance architects, and they are famous throughout the country. Their names are Prof. Dr. Şengül Öymen Gür, academic and competing architect Prof. Dr. Gülay Usta, competing architect Oya Eskin Güvendi, freelance architects Emine Turhan, Emel Şimşek, Uğur Değermenci and Mukaddes Ataman. This study aims to document and archive the productions of those who have been working actively for the last fifty years. This paper aims to change the narrative about women architects in Türkiye, which is almost entirely based on women graduates of universities in western Türkiye.
Constructions of Nomadic Subjectivities in Filmic Spaces: case of Moving On (2019)
Authors: Menlioglu Hilal , Pérez-Moreno Lucía C. , Şenel Aslıhan
Published: November 2024

This is a study to rethink the nomadic subjectivity theory by contemporary feminist philosopher Rosi Braidotti in the fields of architectural design thinking and spatial practices. Her theory offers an intellectual space where dichotomies such as creative-critical and imaginary-real can be re-defined in superposition and simultaneity. Bringing together the idea of nomadism and the spatial practices of dwelling can provide new questions and conceptualizations, where architectural thinking can be reproduced in motion. Thanks to the already acknowledged structural similarities between architecture and film, and cinema's own organic relationship to motion, contemplating over the spatial practices within the filmic space offers a fruitful site of study. To do so, the study follows with a collaboration with the present subjectivities in the filmic space. An independent South-Korean movie “Moving On” (2019) will be explored as the site of study for this paper. The reading of the movie is a construction of nomadic subjectivity while characters and subjectivities in relation to space are being developed. The nomadic subjectivity is being generated through various layers; the thematic existence of the movement in the plot; the superposition of present subjects of director, protagonist, and researcher; the multiplication of various architectural theories with spatial readings of movies; and finally, the autobiographical layer.
Del proyecto social de la arquitectura a la Matriarchiva: para Josefina Mena la reflexión-acción es política
Authors: Antunes Lia Gil , M Roa Yohanna
Published: November 2024

Josefina Mena Abraham nació en 1941 en Yucatán, México. Se graduó como arquitecta en 1965, trabajó en diferentes países. En Inglaterra, integró el Movimiento de Tecnologías Alternativas y, entre 1967 y 1976, apoyó directamente movimientos sociales en Europa, África y Sur América. Cofundó el Grupo de Tecnología Alternativa, en 1978. Una parte relevante de su experiencia – personal, comunitaria, profesional y política – se enfocó en la reconceptualización de la vivienda como un centro social que retorna la gobernanza a la comunidad, introduciendo tecnologías alternativas y proponiendo modelos de reorganización social desde el diseño arquitectónico y el ecofeminismo interseccional. Partiendo del proyecto presentado al gobierno chileno en 1972, su materialización en Serviço de Apoio Ambulatório Local (SAAL, 1974-1976, Portugal), y el entrelazamiento con la estructura y método de su archivo – JMA Matriarchiva Interseccional Expandida –, proponemos, como hipótesis, que su metodología parte de la reflexión crítica hacía la práctica/acción del proyecto socio-arquitectónico y archivístico.Metodológicamente, se utiliza la revisión bibliográfica y el análisis documental y de entrevistas de Matriarchiva. Josefina nos enseña a colisionar en la diferencia y a construir la comunidad, para reconocernos como individuos que requerimos espacialidades plurales y justas, y formas de pensar/decir el pasado, más allá del pensamiento vertical y cartesiano.
Bilimkurgu Filmlerinde Robot Temsiline Bir Bakış: 1980 ve Sonrası Filmler Üzerinden İnceleme
Authors: Hasdemir Ahmet , Berk Mustafa Evren
Published: November 2024

Lumiere kardeşlerden günümüze kadar süre gelen sinema sanatının varlığı, teknolojinin gelişmesiyle birlikte sanatta
değişimi de beraberinde getirmiştir. Sesin olmadığı, kısa süreli görüntülerden oluşan sinema filmleri, toplumun
gösterdiği yoğun ilgiye karşılık kendini daha da geliştirmiş, zamanla hikâyeye, karakterlere, mekânlara gereksinim
duymuştur. Yaratılan hikâyeler, karakterler, mekânların yanı sıra sinema topluma, gelecekle alakalı birtakım ipuçları
da sunmuştur. Bilim kurgu filmlerinin ortaya çıkışıyla birlikte mekân tasarımları, gerçek hayatta karşılaşılmayan
varlıklar, yaratıklar, ilgi çekici tasarımlar, cihazlar, robotlar sinema sanatıyla perdeye taşınarak izleyiciye sunulmuştur.
Sinemada gösterilen ilk robot olarak tanımlanabilecek cihazlar, konuşan makineler, kısıtlı hareket imkânı olan cihazlar
şeklinde oldukça basit, sınırlı işlevleri olan cihazlar olarak tasvir edilmişse de, yıllar içerisinde yerini bu dönüşüm yapay
zekâ ile tam anlamıyla insandan ayırt edilmesi zor olan robot tasvirlerine bırakmıştır. Aldığı komutları uygulayan bu
komutlar dışına çıkamayan, insanlığa hiçbir zararı olmadığı şeklinde tasvir edilen robotlardan, kendi bilinci bulunan,
yaptığı eylemleri kendi kararlarıyla yerine getiren, insan görünümüne birebir benzeyen robotlar olarak sinemada temsil
edilmeye başlanmıştır. Özellikle son yıllarda, robot dönüşümü teması sinema sanatında önemli bir yer edinmiştir. Bu
tema, insanın makineye dönüşümü veya makinenin insanlaşması gibi farklı yönlerde işlenebilmektedir. Sinemada robot
temsili, sinema aracılığıyla kültürel, toplumsal ve felsefi tartışmaları tetikleyen bir unsur olarak öne çıkmaktadır.
O DIREITO À MORTE DIGNA
Authors: GOMES LUIZ GUSTAVO BRAGA
Published: November 2024

The purpose of this scientific article is to discuss the "right to a dignified death," aiming to reflect on whether, within the Brazilian legal system, terminally ill patients may exercise their autonomy in determining the medical and therapeutic procedures that should or should not be employed in treating their condition in the final stages of life, so that their dignity as human beings is respected.One of the objectives is to demonstrate that within the constitutional system, there are no unlimited principles, and the right to the inviolability of life, in cases where there is no real chance of curing terminally ill patients, may be preceded by the principle of human dignity.
Umumi Tarih Üçüncü Cilt
Authors:   İnönü Üniversitesi, Sosyal Bilimler Enstitüsü, Tarih Ana Bilim Dalı, Malatya, Türkiye
Published: November 2024

Ali Reşad‘ın, 1928 yılında yayınlanmış olan “Umûmî Tarih” adlı eseri Cumhuriyetin ilk yıllarında ortaokul ve liselerde okutulmuş, resmi ders kitabıdır. Bu eser gerek anlatım ve ifade biçimi ve gerek tarihi bilgileriyle dönemin tarih eğitimine katkı sağlamıştır. Elimizdeki eser, Balkan ve Anadolu Fütuhatından başlayarak Osmanlı Devleti’nin Avrupa, Anadolu, Akdeniz ve Karadeniz’deki faaliyetlerini kapsamaktadır. Atatürk’ün cumhuriyetin ilanına kadar olan tüm tarihi hadiseleri içeren bu eser sosyal, siyasal ve askeri faaliyetleri kapsamlı bir şekilde aktarmıştır. Osmanlı türkçesi ile yazılan bu eseri günümüz türkçesine transkripsiyon kurallarına uygun olarak dikkatli bir şekilde aktardık. Orjinaline sadık kalarak cümleler anlaşılır ve dikkatli bir şekilde anlatılmıştır. Söz konusu eser tarih merakları için önemli bir kaynak niteliğindedir.
Acceptability and Cost Benefits Analysis of Papaya Pickled Atchara Extractor Machine
Authors: Ronaldo C Baldago , Ralph Anthony R. Cuento , Elvin L. Canillas , Bryan L. Ranille , Julinito S. Sangutan , Jeff L. Homeres , Antonino M. Nalzaro , Shirley M. Siozon , Marlon J. Malquisto
Published: November 2024

This research evaluates the end-user acceptability and cost-benefit analysis of a fabricated prototype papaya pickled atchara extractor machine. The objective is to assess the feasibility of using these machines in papaya pickled Atchara production by evaluating their potential to enhance compatibility, functional suitability, maintainability, reliability, and usability, and improve overall cost benefits. The findings highlight the importance of key factors like simplicity, compatibility, and ease of use in driving user acceptance of the prototype machine. A user-friendly design was shown to reduce errors and improve overall user experience, increasing the likelihood of widespread adoption. Additionally, the cost-benefit analysis revealed a favorable outcome, with the total machine cost of Php 7,469.00 offset by a projected benefit of Php 25,200.00 in product sales, yielding a cost-benefit ratio of 3.37. This positive result indicates that the machine is financially feasible within the first year of use. Recommendations include the use of stainless steel for the plunger mechanism, cylinder housing, and funnel juice collector to enhance safety and hygiene.
Awareness of Phishing Attacks in Institutions of Higher Learning: A Review of Types and Technical Approaches
Authors: Ogochukwu C Okeke , Chinedum E Amaechi
Published: November 2024

Phishing Attacks Pose A Significant And Evolving Threat To Institutions Of Higher Learning, Potentially Compromising Sensitive Data, Financial Resources, And Institutional Reputation. This Paper Presents A Comprehensive Review Of Phishing Awareness And Prevention Strategies In Academic Environments, Examining The Unique Vulnerabilities These Institutions Face And Evaluating The Effectiveness Of Current Approaches. Through An Analysis Of Recent Literature And Case Studies, We Explore Various Types Of Phishing Attacks Targeting Academia, Including Email-Based Phishing, Spear Phishing, And Emerging Trends Like AI-Powered Attacks And Mobile-Focused Threats. The Paper Assesses The Current State Of Phishing Awareness Programs In Higher Education, Highlighting Challenges In Implementation And Measuring Effectiveness. We Then Examine Technical Approaches To Phishing Detection And Prevention, Including Email Filtering, Machine Learning-Based Systems, Browser Protection Tools, And Multi-Factor Authentication. A Comparative Analysis Of Awareness Programs And Technical Solutions Reveals The Strengths And Weaknesses Of Different Approaches, Emphasizing The Importance Of Integrating User Education With Advanced Technical Defenses. The Paper Concludes By Identifying Promising Areas For Future Research And Development, Such As Behavioral Tailored Biometric And Contextual AI, And Offers Policy Recommendations For Higher Education Institutions To Enhance Their Phishing Prevention Strategies. Our Findings Underscore The Need For A Dynamic, Multi-Faceted Approach To Combat Phishing In Academia, Combining Ongoing User Education, Cutting-Edge Technical Solutions, And Proactive Policy Measures. Our Findings Also Highlights The Need For Context Tailored Approaches That Address The Specific Challenges Faced By Higher Education Institutions In Combating Phishing Threats.
A Pilot Study on Handling Transactional BigDataStream for Improved Electronic Medical Health Records Management
Authors: Blessing U. Nwozor, , Nelson Oghenekevwe Asheshemi,
Published: November 2024

One main objective of electronic medical health records is to provide quality support to aid effective decision making for patients by expert personnel and consultants. A major and efficient means to achieve the highest level of quality therein the healthcare delivery system and infrastructure therein is by discovering meaningful data to aid its future classification and prediction of patients’ activities and conditions visàvis a plethora of other events that may(not) occur within a healthcare system. Identifying and detecting values of abnormal health state of patients and the future forecast of such events via underlying health condition(s) that are hidden within medical records have since become a critical performance index (aim) in healthcare systems. Result showed that system throughput to determine the time interval between a user’s request and apps response time as user feedback yields an average convergence time of 18secs with support 0.1. and confidence 0.1 values. We also assessed its availability, reachability, scalability and resilience with response time for both queries and page retrievalvia cases of 250 and 1000users respectively. Result showed response time of 59secs (queries) and 63secs (pages retrieval)for250users; And had a longer response time of 78secs (queries) and 85secs (page retrieval) for 1000users respectively.
Determinants of the Incidence of Multidrug Resistant Tuberculosis (MDR-TB) in the Regional General Hospital dr. M. Yunus Bengkulu Period 2024
Authors: Forman Kurniawan , Theresiana Yunita , Pansori Hartian
Published: November 2024

Indonesia is in third place with the highest caseload, so 2021 is clearly no better. TB cases in Indonesia are estimated at 969,000 TB cases (one person every 33 seconds). This is a 17% increase from 2020, which was 824,000 cases. The incidence of TB cases in Indonesia is 354 per 100,000 population. A new problem related to tuberculosis is the multiple immunity of germs to anti-tuberculosis drugs (multi-drug resistant tuberculosis/MDR-TB). The study design in this study used analytic observational research with a Cross Sectional research design. The target population in this study were all patients with MDR-TB who received treatment at RSUD Dr. M. Yunus Bengkulu in 2024 and the sample of MDR-TB positive patients recorded in the MDR-TB Service register book at RSUD Dr. M. Yunus Bengkulu who had been proven through laboratory tests and met the inclusion criteria and exclusion criteria that the researchers had set. Data analysis was univariate, bivariate and multivariate with Chi-square analysis technique. This study started from April to May 2024. The incidence of Multidrug Resistant Tuberculosis (MDR-TB) in RSUD Dr. M Yunus Bengkulu mostly occurred in people aged 15-65 years, working status, income less than the minimum wage, had smoked, was not compliant in taking drugs, and had a long distance to the Health Facility category. Based on Bivariate Analysis, all variables of age, employment, income, ever smoked, non-compliance and travel distance to health facilities are highly significant with the incidence of Multidrug Resistant Tuberculosis (MDR-TB) at RSUD dr. M Yunus Bengkulu age (p-value 0.028), Employment Status (p-value 0.007), income (p-value 0.032), smoking history (p-value 0.016), Adherence to Taking Medication (p-value 0.032), travel time to health facilities (p-value 0.003). The most dominant factor affecting the incidence of Multidrug Resistant Tuberculosis (MDR-TB) at RSUD Dr. M Yunus Bengkulu is Travel Distance to Health Facilities after controlling for the variable Smoking Habits. Health workers are expected to be active in the field to educate or remind patients and their families about the treatment schedule and OAT consumption schedule.
Situation on Parasitic Diseases in Samarkand Region
Authors: O. U. Abdullayev , K. M. Xalikov , X. G. Sattarova
Published: November 2024

This study examines the current situation of parasitic diseases in the Samarkand region, highlighting a significant knowledge gap in understanding the regional prevalence and impact of helminth infections. The research employs data from the Republican and Samarkand Regional Centers for State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance, along with medical history reviews and studies of parasitic incidence in children. Findings reveal that helminthiases are highly prevalent, particularly among children, with specific regions like Nurabad and Urgut showing alarming infection rates. The results underscore the need for targeted health interventions and policy measures to address this public health challenge, emphasizing the critical role of environmental factors in disease spread and resistance.
Emergent Versus Urgent Uncomplicated Appendicectomy at Al-Diwaniayh Teaching Hospital
Authors: Khallas Zahdam Shabeeb , Jawad Samer Shakir , Zukait Mohanad Gubari
Published: November 2024

Acute appendicitis is the most common cause of acute abdomen in young adults, with surgery as the standard treatment. Recent studies suggest conservative management for uncomplicated cases, though the optimal timing for surgery remains debated. This prospective cohort study at Al-Diwaniayh Teaching Hospital, conducted between November 2021 and December 2022, compared outcomes of patients undergoing surgery within 10 hours (emergent) versus after 10 hours (urgent). Of 839 patients, 725 met the inclusion criteria, with a mean age of 25.48 years. Group 1 (406 patients) and Group 2 (319 patients) showed no significant differences in white blood cell counts, operative times, or post-operative outcomes, including length of hospital stay and complications. These findings suggest that for uncomplicated acute appendicitis, appendectomy can be safely performed within 24 hours, allowing flexibility based on hospital resources without increased risks of complications.
The Connection Between Dermatology and Joint Medicine: Exploring Skin and Joint Disorders
Authors: Salman Bashar Sami , Kadhim Qutaiba Jawad , Salman Mahmood Raheem , Al-Salihi Abbas Abdul Wahhab Jumaah , Abdulkafi Ali Qais
Published: November 2024

Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a chronic, systemic disease marked by joint and skin inflammation, significantly impacting patients' quality of life. This study aims to assess outcomes related to skin and joint disorders in PsA patients. Data were collected from 75 patients in various hospitals across Iraq between February 2023 and August 2024. Clinical outcomes, the EuroQol questionnaire (EQ-5D), Psoriatic Arthritis Impact of Disease (PsAID12), and the Work Productivity and Impairment Index (WPAI) were used to evaluate health status. Results showed that PsA primarily affects patients aged 56-65, with males (41) slightly outnumbering females (34). Obesity was prevalent in 30.67% of cases. Pain, fatigue, and skin issues were the most common symptoms. Pain scores averaged 17.64 ± 16.86 for skin and 25.36 ± 22.10 for joints. EQ-5D utility scores were 0.80 ± 0.16, and PsAID12 scores were 2.96 ± 1.97. The study concludes that PsA patients experience poor health outcomes, low quality of life, and reduced work productivity.
Pregnancy Outcome in Women with Previous One Caesarean Section
Authors: Alobaidy Enas Jaleel , Mohammed Huda Abdul Hadi , Essa Sahar Mohammed
Published: November 2024

Women with a history of cesarean sections represent a high-risk obstetric group, raising concerns about maternal and neonatal outcomes. The practice of vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) has evolved, requiring further investigation into its impact on pregnancy outcomes. This study aimed to assess pregnancy outcomes in women with a single prior cesarean section, focusing on vaginal delivery rates and maternal complications. A retrospective analysis was conducted at Albatool Teaching Hospital, Iraq, reviewing the medical records of 90 women who delivered between August and December 2022. Among 36 women considered for trial of scar (TOS), 19 (21.1%) achieved successful vaginal delivery, while 17 (18.9%) required repeat cesarean sections. The results showed that women with previous vaginal deliveries, particularly those with a history of successful VBAC, had higher success rates in vaginal delivery. Careful patient selection and vigilant monitoring are essential for improving maternal and neonatal outcomes in this high-risk population. The findings highlight the need for judicious candidate selection for TOS to optimize pregnancy outcomes.
Maternal Near Miss in Al-Najaf Province; Causes and Prevalence; A cross-sectional Study
Authors: Wassan Abd Al Shaheed Abd Al-Razak  , Basima Shamkhi Al-Ghazali  , Zahraa Abed Al-Wehaab Habeeb
Published: November 2024

A maternal near miss, as defined by the World Health Organization (WHO), is a woman who has experienced a life-threatening situation and survived during pregnancy, labour, or the puerperium period.Maternal near miss is a more appropriate indicator of the quality of maternal health services than maternal death, as the former occurs more frequently than the latter. This allows for the identification of the factors that contribute to a fatal outcome, thereby facilitating the improvement of maternal health services.The objective of this study is to ascertain the prevalence and aetiology of maternal near-miss cases in AL-Najaf province, employing the criteria set forth by the World Health Organization (WHO). The study was conducted at a statistical unit within the maternal and paediatric department of AL-Zahraa Hospital in AL-Najaf. The study was conducted in the province from 2 January to 30 June 2018. The target population comprised all women admitted to the hospital during the antenatal, perinatal, and puerperium periods in September 2017.A total of 1,560 patient records were reviewed in this study according to the WHO criteria for maternal near miss, which were divided into two main groups: those with and without maternal near miss. During the study period, a total of 1,560 patients' A review of the records according to the WHO criteria for MNM revealed that 358 (22.9%) women met at least one criterion, resulting in an MNMR of 14.7 per 1000 live births. The maternal near-miss ratio is 14.7 per 1,000 live births.The likelihood of a maternal near miss increased significantly with advancing age, multiparity, non-employment status, and lack of adequate antenatal care.Preeclampsia was the most common cause, accounting for 122/358 (34.1%) of cases, followed by postpartum haemorrhage in 92 (25.7%) women, sepsis or systemic infection in 55 (15.4%), and severe anaemia in 42 (11.7%). Severe complications of abortion were identified in 36 cases (10.1%).The proportion of near-miss cases was 76.2% in hypertensive women and 16% in non-hypertensive women. Furthermore, 52.9% of women with a surgical history and 9.7% of those without a surgical history were classified as near-miss cases, respectively
Knowledge of Hypertension and Related Factors Among Hypertensive Patients
Authors: Hamid Haider Jassim
Published: November 2024

Hypertension is a prevalent non-communicable disease posing significant health risks, necessitating greater public awareness of its risk factors. This study assessed hypertension knowledge among hypertensive employees at the University of Baghdad to identify key knowledge gaps. Conducted as a descriptive cross-sectional study from July to October 2024, 74 participants referred to the university health center were selected through convenience sampling. Data collection included demographic and clinical characteristics and the Hypertension Knowledge-Level Scale (HK-LS). Analysis was conducted using SPSS Version 22.0, with t-tests and ANOVA employed to compare knowledge levels across demographic variables. Results revealed a mean HK-LS score of 13.8, or 62.7% of the total possible score, with the highest scores in lifestyle awareness and the lowest in the definition of hypertension. Educational level and duration since diagnosis were significantly associated with hypertension knowledge levels, with those of shorter diagnostic duration and lower education displaying lower awareness. Findings underscore the need to prioritize targeted education initiatives for newly diagnosed and less-educated patients to enhance prevention and effective management of hypertension.
Manual acadêmico de neonatologia
Authors: Pinheiro Arthur Arco Verde , Mendes Gabriel , Camurça Bernardo
Published: November 2024

Este livro foi concebido para ser uma fonte abrangente de conhecimento e uma referência indispensável para todos aqueles que se dedicam ao cuidado neonatal, mas, principalmente, acadêmicos de medicina. Ele reúne, de maneira didática, temas importantes da neonatologia, refletindo as constantes evoluções que moldam tal campo. A cada capítulo, os leitores são convidados à explorar as complexidades da neonatologia, desde a fisiologia básica e as patologias que mais acometem os recém-nascidos, passando pela organização de uma unidade neonatal, até as intervenções e procedimentos médicos mais avançadas. Escrever e compilar esse livro foi um trabalho de dedicação e paixão que a Liga de Neonatologia da Unichristus (LANU) se destinou a fazer. Acredito que ele servirá como um guia valioso para aqueles que, assim como nós, são movidos pela missão de oferecer aos recém-nascidos o melhor cuidado e, consequentemente, o melhor começo de vida possível. Desejamos que esta obra inspire e guie os profissionais de saúde na sua jornada, lembrando-os sempre do impacto profundo e duradouro que suas ações têm na vida dos pacientes mais jovens pelo resto da vida.
Security-Diplomacy Nexus: Nature of Bilateral Cooperation in Kenya - India Military Diplomatic Relations Since 1963
Authors: Shume William Kitsao Karisa , Okoth Pontian Godfrey , Odhiambo Elijah Onyango Standslause
Published: November 2024

Bilateral and multilateral agreements have been one of the mechanisms through which growth and development have taken place. The newly created independent states of the Cold War period presented a major paradigm shift in international cooperation to include military diplomacy. Kenya and India being among these newly created states have had their cooperation where by the two countries have used their good diplomatic relations to bolster one another's military capabilities. The current study sought to put into perspective the conduct of bilateral relations between Kenya and India. The objective of this study was to examine the nature of bilateral cooperation in enhancing Kenya-India military-diplomatic relations since 1963. The study was anchored on power theory. The study adopted a descriptive research design. The study was carried out in Nairobi County, Kenya with a specific focus on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Defence Ministry, and Indian High Commission. The target population was 2500. The sample size for the study was determined using Yamane's (1967) formula to calculate the sample size, which was 250 Qualitative data obtained from interviews were analysed using narrative reports using thematic techniques. Quantitative data from the questionnaires was edited, coded, and entered into a computer spreadsheet in a standard format to allow descriptive statistics analysis. Statistical Packages for Social Sciences (SPSS) edition 24 and Microsoft Office Excel 2013 were used for the quantitative data. The findings of the study revealed that the nature of Kenya-India military diplomatic relations manifested in various forms including through High-profile visits by Kenyan and Indian officials to both states as a way of strengthening bilateral relations. Technological transfer was another way through which these two nations shaped their diplomatic relationship, particularly in information and communication technology (ICT). Additionally, Defense trade and trade agreements, Security Partnerships, Counterterrorism activities, Maritime Safety, and Peacekeeping missions were common areas of cooperation between Kenya and India. The study concludes that bilateral cooperation between Kenya and India has been instrumental in enhancing their military-diplomatic relations since 1963. The study recommends that, to better understand the nature of bilateral cooperation, Kenya and India should establish a permanent joint military commission to oversee and coordinate defense initiatives.
Assessing Students’ Perceptions of Moodle Usage for Teaching and Learning: A Case of College of Business Education, Dar es Salaam Campus, Tanzania
Authors: Mtakyawa Japheth C. , Banele Shima D.
Published: November 2024

The advancement of Information Communication Technologies (ICT) has stimulated the development of new learning experiences through using software applications or platforms that deliver, manage and track educational or training programs in the universities. Through the use of blended learning, e-learning platforms like moodle have improved learning experience by integrating virtual classes, video conferencing, presentations, and testing in education delivery. This study aims to show how students perceive the use of moodle for teaching and learning at the College of Business Education (CBE) Dar es Salaam Campus in Tanzania. The study was guided by was guided by the Connectivism Theory (CT). The study adopted a case design because it used a short period of time and constructed at a single case study at College of Business Education (CBE). The target population was 11,924 students from the College of Business Education (CBE) who used moodle as their learning platform. Probability sampling specifically simple random sampling was used to attain the sample size of 374 respondents. Both qualitative and quantitative approaches were employed in the study.The quantitative data was collected through the Likert scale questionnaire was processed through coding, tabulating and analysis using MS excel. Further, the processed and analyzed results for research questions two and three were produced statistically using tables and figures. Apparently, the qualitative data were recorded and immediately transcribed, shared with the respondents for collection in case there were mistakes made, edited, summarized, tabulated and presented in the narrative. Also, the thematic-content analysis was undertaken to analyze the qualitative data obtained through the semi-structured interview and then presented using Tables of summaries and narratives. In addition, the presentation and discussion of the findings were triangulated during the presentation of the responses for each research question. The findings revealed that the integration of moodle into the learning process has enhanced the overall quality of teaching and learning and blended learning through moodle has improved understanding of the course materials. The study recommended that the curriculum designers and policymakers at the college should develop policies that promote the effective use of technology in education including guidelines for implementing moodle in blended learning environments to ensure equitable access to quality education for all students.
AMOR INVERTIDO: UMA VISÃO DA PSICANÁLISE ACERCA DA VIOLÊNCIA SEXUAL INFANTIL
Authors: Santos Dirce Regina Lobo dos , Silva Diego da
Published: November 2024

Serão abordados nesse artigo os traumas causados às crianças e adolescentes do abuso sexual. Serão analisadas as consequências desse abuso durante uma vida toda. A culpa, o medo, a inversão de um amor imposto a elas. Mostraremos o que esse abuso feito intrafamiliar por perversos e a perversidade desse ato. Também será mostrado como a psicanálise pode ajudar no trauma dessas crianças, para que elas possam, com essa abordagem curar todos os seus medos e inseguranças. O Abuso sexual nas crianças é uma das maiores violações dos seus direitos humanos e a maioria dos casos essas ocorrências com crianças ocorre dentro de casa e os agressores são pessoas da sua confiança e, geralmente familiares. Também serão explanados as Leis de proteção para as crianças e adolescentes.
CUIDADOS DE ENFERMAGEM AO PACIENTE POLITRAUMATIZADO: UMA REVISÃO INTEGRATIVA
Authors: Oliveira Helen Luiza Gomes de , Medeiros Renata Lívia Silva Fônseca Moreira de , Sousa Anne Caroline de , Alves Maíla Gabriel , Silva Géssica Barbosa da , Bezerra Yuri Charllub Pereira
Published: November 2024

INTRODUÇÃO: Politraumatismo são múltiplas lesões graves no corpo, em duas ou mais regiões diferentes, que podem acometer órgãos vitais e diversos sistemas. O cuidado ao paciente politraumatizado está vinculado ao manejo adequado das estruturas corporais, com destaque para técnicas de imobilização; tratamentos de reparação e manutenção da pele; gerenciamento de medicamentos e controle da dor; monitoramento de sistemas fisiológicos. OBJETIVOS: Conhecer os cuidados de enfermagem prestados ao paciente com politraumatismo. METODOLOGIA: Trata-se de uma revisão integrativa da literatura, que foram realizadas nas bases de dados Bdenf, Lilacs e Scielo; através de descritores de saúde regulamentados: traumatismo múltiplo, traumas e cuidados de enfermagem. A transição foi feita com o operador booleano AND. A amostra é composta por todos os artigos que seguirem os seguintes critérios de inclusão: estudos que apresentem o referido tema; texto completo disponível em português, inglês e espanhol, publicado entre 2019 e 2024; sendo excluídos os que se apresentarem em duplicata. Os dados foram dispostos em tabelas com as seguintes variáveis: título, autor, ano, periódico, objetivo, metodologia e resultados, e passou-se a ser analisados ​mediante a literatura pertinente. Por se tratar de um periódico de pesquisa, não é necessária a aprovação do comitê de ética em pesquisa. RESULTADO E DISCUSSÃO: Relata as importantes evidências científicas acerca dos cuidados de enfermagem ao politraumatismo, aumentando assim o conhecimento por parte dos profissionais de enfermagem. CONSIDERAÇÕES FINAIS: Os estudos revisados apontam a importância da enfermagem ao paciente de politraumatismo no atendimento intra-hospitalar e extra-hospitalar, sendo de suma relevância os cuidados prestados em todo o processo, desde dos primeiros socorros até sua alta.
INSEGURANÇA JURÍDICA E JUDICIALIZAÇÃO EXCESSIVA
Authors: Silva Rafael Brito da , Cardoso Francisco
Published: November 2024

O fenômeno da insegurança jurídica e judicialização excessiva apresenta uma série de desafios para o sistema jurídico contemporâneo. A sobrecarga do sistema judicial, resultante do aumento do volume de processos, contribui para atrasos nos julgamentos e congestionamento dos tribunais, prejudicando a eficiência e a celeridade da justiça. Além disso, a incerteza na interpretação e aplicação da lei gera disparidades entre as decisões judiciais, minando a confiança dos cidadãos e empresas no sistema legal. A falta de previsibilidade das decisões judiciais dificulta a capacidade de planejamento e pode gerar insegurança quanto aos direitos e obrigações legais. Esses aspectos negativos da insegurança jurídica e judicialização excessiva representam desafios significativos para a garantia do Estado de Direito e exigem medidas eficazes para promover uma administração da justiça mais ágil, transparente e consistente.
AS PRINCIPAIS DIFICULDADES ENFRENTADAS PELO OPERADOR NACIONAL DE ENERGIA (ONS), COM O SURGIMENTO DE NOVAS FONTES DE ENERGIA NO BRASIL
Authors: Souza Nathan Gomes de , Paula Luiz Philipi Raimundo de , Baldoino Jancer Nogueira de Araújo , Duarte João Paulo Bittencourt da Silveira
Published: November 2024

As novas fontes de energia têm sido uma área de intensa pesquisa e desenvolvimento, buscando alternativas aos combustíveis fósseis e reduzindo a dependência de recursos fósseis. Um dos principais problemas causados pelas novas fontes de energia no Brasil é a integração eficiente dessas fontes à rede elétrica nacional. Isso se deve principalmente à dependência histórica do país em relação à energia hidrelétrica e aos desafios técnicos e operacionais associados à intermitência das energias renováveis, como solar e eólica. A intermitência dessas fontes de energia significa que a geração de eletricidade está sujeita às condições climáticas e sazonalidades, o que pode levar a flutuações na oferta de energia. Isso pode ser um desafio para a estabilidade do sistema elétrico, especialmente em um país de dimensões continentais como o Brasil, onde as demandas de energia variam amplamente em diferentes regiões do país e momentos do dia. Contudo, normalmente são realizados contratos de energia e o licitante é obrigado a cumprir o contrato. Para superar esse problema, são necessários investimentos significativos em pesquisa e desenvolvimento de tecnologias de armazenamento de energia, bem como na modernização e expansão da infraestrutura de transmissão e distribuição de eletricidade. Além disso, políticas e regulamentações que incentivem a integração eficiente de energias renovaveis à matriz energética brasileira são essenciais para garantir uma transição energética bem-sucedida e sustentável. Este artigo traz uma revisão bibliográfica que destaca a atuação dos principais orgãos responsáveis pela matriz energética brasileira e os desafios atuais e futuros que eles podem vir a enfrentar com a tendência de mudança da matriz energética.