bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Short and Long-Term Success of a Surgery Residency Prep Course
Authors: Crouch Grace , Winter Kelly , Quinn Karson , Helmer Stephen , McBoyle Marilee
Published: January 2024

Introduction. The aim of our study was to evaluate the short-term and long-term effectiveness a surgery residency prep course has throughout intern year.
Methods.  A surgery residency prep course was offered to graduating medical students.  An anonymous survey assessing perceived confidence in medical knowledge, clinical skills and surgical skills was given pre-course, post-course and at 6 months into residency.   Participants also completed a pre and post course quiz.
Results.  Eleven students completed the course and participated in a pre-course survey, 7 completed the post-course survey and 4 completed the 6-month survey.  Students felt significantly more confident for intern year following the course compared to before the course (4.0 vs. 2.7, p = 0.018).  Students were found to have no significant change in perceived confidence at 6 months compared to post-course results (4.0 vs. 3.9, p = 0.197).  Objectively, post course quiz results were significantly improved compared to pre course quiz results (12.9 vs. 10.6, p = 0.004).
Conclusions.  This study demonstrates the long-term effects a surgery prep-course may have on residents entering a surgery residency.
Análise bibliométrica sobre borracha de pneus incorporada em compósitos de cimento
Authors: Fioriti Cesar Fabiano , Bartholomei Carolina Lotufo Bueno , Tsutsumoto Nayra Yumi
Published: January 2024

A utilização de borracha pneumática para a produção de materiais alternativos cimentícios (concretos, argamassas e pastas), ligada à vertente ambiental, vem sendo estudada amplamente há mais de duas décadas. Nesse período, avanços em relação à melhoria das propriedades mecânicas foram alcançados, principalmente quando são realizados tratamentos químicos nas partículas de borracha. Contudo, o objetivo deste trabalho centrou na realização de uma análise bibliométrica, a partir de dados da plataforma Web of Science, referente à produção científica dos últimos dez anos (2014 a 2023) de periódicos (Qualis CAPES A1 a A4) sobre a incorporação de borracha de pneus em compósitos de cimento. Diante do universo amostral utilizado, foi constatado no período que: (i) as argamassas são mais utilizadas nas incorporações de borracha, (ii) o periódico Construction and Building Materials (Qualis CAPES A1 e fator de impacto JCR 7,693) publicou mais artigos, (iii) 63,64% dos artigos publicados são de periódicos com Qualis CAPES A1, (iv) da China decorre a maioria dos artigos publicados, e (v) a bibliometria evidenciou a continuidade do interesse científico sobre a referida temática.
Pegada Hídrica e sua relação com a renda familiar: um estudo aplicado ao Brasil
Authors: Barbosa Alan , Branchi Bruna Angela , Ferreira Denise Helena Lombardo , Guedes Walef Pena
Published: January 2024

O processo de urbanização, acompanhado pelo expressivo crescimento populacional, tem promovido novos padrões de consumo que pressionam os recursos naturais. Frente aos desafios decorrentes do consumo insustentável, o Objetivo de Desenvolvimento Sustentável 12 da Agenda 2030 busca promover métodos sustentáveis de produção e consumo, bem como o uso consciente dos recursos naturais. Nesse sentido, este estudo visa contribuir para o debate sobre a relação entre os padrões alimentares da população brasileira e a renda familiar por meio do cálculo do indicador ambiental Pegada Hídrica. Para atender tal objetivo, foi realizada uma pesquisa aplicada com abordagem quantitativa a partir de uma revisão bibliográfica realizada nas bases da SCOPUS e Web of Science, no período de 2012 a maio de 2023. Além disso, utilizaram-se os microdados da última Pesquisa de Orçamentos Familiares do Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatística, amparados na aplicação da técnica estatística multivariada de Análise Fatorial. Como resultado foram identificados seis fatores principais que caracterizam os principais perfis alimentares brasileiros. Os resultados confirmaram que as dietas ricas em proteína animal tendem a apresentar maior Pegada Hídrica, os mesmos encontrados na revisão da literatura. Também constatou-se uma forte correlação entre renda e consumo de carne, com famílias com renda mais alta consumindo quantidades maiores de proteína animal e, portanto, tendo uma pegada hídrica maior em comparação com aquelas de famílias com renda per capita mais baixa. Os resultados comprovam a necessidade de promover a conscientização sobre as consequências ambientais do consumo e da importância de promover hábitos alimentares saudáveis e sustentáveis.
Desafios da redução da desigualdade social urbana de cidade Amazônica
Authors: Bastos Ananda Brito , Ferreira José Francisco de Carvalho , Freitas Josimar da Silva
Published: January 2024

Este estudo avalia a evolução da exclusão social na área urbana de Macapá, Amapá, entre os anos de 1991 e 2010. Trata-se de uma pesquisa de associação com interferência entre variáveis, baseada em dados estatísticos e métodos quantitativos e comparativos. O estudo chama a atenção para o debate sobre as condições sociais intraurbanas no contexto das cidades médias na Amazônia. Os resultados indicam que a exclusão social macapaense está mais fortemente correlacionada aos indicadores de qualidade de vida que de autonomia de renda, assim como, o processo de integração social ocorreu de forma lenta. Aqui concluímos que apesar de alguns avanços significativos, o processo de inclusão social de Macapá foi baixo, principalmente, os indicadores de saneamento básico.
São Caetano do Sul, Brasil e Luanda, Angola: duas realidades no manejo e gestão de resíduos sólidos urbanos
Authors: Nakaoka Flavio , Toledo Renata Ferraz de
Published: January 2024

A emergência climática figura como a principal questão ambiental da atualidade. O enfrentamento de seus efeitos, dentre outros aspectos, implica em mudanças na forma como a sociedade produz, consome e descarta seus bens. Essa pesquisa teve por objetivos caracterizar e analisar o manejo e a gestão de Resíduos Sólidos Urbanos (RSU), secos ou recicláveis, dos municípios de São Caetano do Sul, SP, Brasil, e de Luanda, na província de Luanda, Angola, a fim de contribuir para o reconhecimento de desafios e potencialidades para qualificar este processo. Trata-se de estudo de casos, de abordagem qualiquantitativa, realizado por meio de revisão bibliográfica, levantamento e análise de dados secundários, análise documental e visitas de campo com observações do tipo não participante. A análise dos dados se deu pela triangulação de métodos. Constatou-se que São Caetano do Sul e Luanda, mesmo com suas especificidades geográficas, sociodemográficas e político-econômicas, possuem indicadores de reciclagem parecidos. A ausência de políticas públicas capazes de promover o consumo responsável é acompanhada também da falta de planejamento dos espaços urbanos para promover o descarte adequado dos RSU por parte dos consumidores. Em ambos os casos investigados, ficou evidente a demanda por estratégias de valorização dos RSU e mecanismos que promovam o descarte seletivo pós-consumo, de forma a beneficiar a reintegração dos resíduos na cadeia produtiva. Espera-se que esta pesquisa possa contribuir para reflexões sobre o tema, no tocante ao papel de cada ator social, e para políticas públicas relacionadas ao adequado manejo e à gestão de resíduos sólidos urbanos.
Leukotriene B4 receptor knockdown affects PI3K/AKT/mTOR signaling and apoptotic responses in colorectal cancer
Authors: Tang Cui , Wang Aili , Zhao YanLin , Mou WenYing , Jiang Jun , Kuang Jie , Sun Bin , Tang Erjiang
Published: January 2024

Colorectal cancer (CRC) presents a landscape of intricate molecular dynamics. In this study, we focused on the role of the leukotriene B4 receptor (LTB4R) in CRC, exploring its significance in the disease's progression and potential therapeutic approaches. Using bioinformatics analysis of the GSE164191 and the Cancer Genome Atlas-colorectal adenocarcinoma (TCGA-COAD) datasets, we identified LTB4R as a hub gene influencing CRC prognosis. Subsequently, we examined the relationship between LTB4R expression, apoptosis, and the phosphoinositide 3-kinase/protein kinase B/mammalian target of rapamycin (PI3K/AKT/mTOR) signaling pathway through cellular and mice experiments. Our findings revealed that LTB4R is highly expressed in CRC samples and is pivotal for determining prognosis. In vitro experiments demonstrated that silencing LTB4R significantly impeded CRC cell viability, migration, invasion, and colony formation. Correspondingly, in vivo tests indicated that LTB4R knockdown led to markedly slower tumor growth in mice models. Further in-depth investigation revealed that LTB4R knockdown significantly amplified the apoptosis in CRC cells and upregulated the expression of apoptosis-related proteins, such as caspase-3 and caspase-9, while diminishing p53 expression. Interestingly, silencing LTB4R also resulted in a significant downregulation of the PI3K/AKT/mTOR signaling pathway. Moreover, pretreatment with the PI3K activator 740Y-P only partially attenuated the effects of LTB4R knockdown on CRC cell behavior, emphasizing LTB4R's dominant influence in CRC cell dynamics and signaling pathways. LTB4R stands out as a critical factor in CRC progression, profoundly affecting cellular behavior, apoptotic responses, and the PI3K/AKT/mTOR signaling pathway. These findings not only shed light on LTB4R's role in CRC but also establish it as a potential diagnostic biomarker and a promising target for therapeutic intervention.
La Cofradía de Nuestra Señora del Rosario de Andacollo. Antecedentes de su formación y evolución histórica (siglos XVII al XVIII)
Authors: Cordero Fernández Macarena , Contreras Mühlenbrock Rafael
Published: January 2024

El presente artículo tiene por finalidad dar cuenta de la formación y desarrollo de la Cofradía de Nuestra Señora del Rosario de Andacollo, asiento minero del Corregimiento de La Serena (Reino de Chile), que tuvo una gran proyección regional, lo que permitió la gestación de un espacio de integración religiosa, social, cultural y racial entre los diversos sujetos que la conformaron, con miras a develar las prácticas devocionales y populares de los cófrades, como los cuestionamientos que hubo a ellas desde la Iglesia por su alejamiento a la sana doctrina. A su vez, destacar el rol de los domínicos en su organización y, la disputa entre esta orden religiosa y el Obispado de Santiago de Chile, por la ausencia de autorización eclesiástica que mantuvo esta corporación por un largo tiempo.
El mundo de ayer: la monarquía hispánica. Aspectos filosóficos del orden político-jurídico de la Modernidad católica
Authors: Pena-Búa Pilar
Published: January 2024

El artículo analiza los aspectos filosóficos que sostienen la concepción del poder en la Monarquía hispánica, deudora de la renovación del pensamiento católico que llevan a cabo los autores hispanos de los siglos XVI y XVII, que cristalizará en una modernidad católica ajena al universo filosófico y político salido de la Reforma y la Ilustración.
A “estética do limite” em Eugenio Trías (La "estética del límite" en Eugenio Trías)
Authors: Dimas Samuel
Published: January 2024

La escisión que presenta la "filosofía del límite" de Eugenio Trías nos remite a un movimiento triádico de influencia hegeliana, en el que el hombre aparece como un ser en la frontera (realidad límite) exiliado de su fundamento espiritual. La manifestación del Misterio del Espíritu en la realidad sensible e histórica se realiza a través de la mediación de la razón simbólica de dos maneras: en la configuración estética del mundo, realizada por el arte; en la revelación de lo sagrado, realizada por la religión.
Virtudes morales e intelectuales en Suárez
Authors: Viñas Vera Ángel
Published: January 2024

Las virtudes son un tema central en la ética o filosofía moral de Suárez. El presente artículo indaga su concepción general sobre las virtudes éticas así como su articulación con las intelectuales. Al mostrar estos dos puntos no podemos soslayar la relación con otros autores escolásticos, la continuidad de Suárez con el planteamiento clásico y su aporte original. Esto ayudará a seguir valorando en sus justos términos y más allá de juicios apresurados la propuesta suareciana, su marco católico ineludible y su originalidad respecto a la tradición aristotélico-tomista.
La cuestión de la moralidad del ius gentium en Francisco Suárez
Authors: Poncela-González Ángel
Published: January 2024

El artículo propone una relectura de la doctrina del derecho de gentes -ius gentium-conforme a la interpretación realizada por Suárez en el libro segundo del De Legibus. La proximidad del derecho de gentes con el derecho natural condujo a juristas y teólogos occidentales de diversas épocas a considerar el derecho de gentes como una sección especial dentro del derecho natural e incluso un orden indistinguible de aquél. Reconociendo el “doctor eximio” la dificultad de la determinación del fundamento y del objeto del derecho de gentes debido a su carácter fronterizo, afrontará la empresa de distinguirlo. Para dicha tarea revisó en profundidad las fuentes jurídicas y teológicas comúnmente empleadas por la tradición escolástica detectando en la orientación intelectualista impresa por Tomás de Aquino un reto a superar.  El análisis acerca del carácter moral que pueden presentar o no los preceptos del derecho de gentes ofreció al pensador jesuita una oportunidad para alcanzar una definición clara y precisa del propio derecho.
Luis de Valdivia: esbozos de un diálogo intercultural e interreligioso en el contexto de la Guerra de Arauco
Authors: Sepúlveda del Río Ignacio
Published: January 2024

En el contexto de la Guerra de Arauco, a fines del siglo XVI e inicios del siglo XVII, el jesuita granadino Luis de Valdivia plantea la propuesta de la Guerra Defensiva entre la Corona Española y el Pueblo Mapuche. La Guerra Defensiva implica, por una parte, el reconocimiento de una frontera física, pero también significa el reconocimiento de los indígenas a su propia libertad y forma de vida. En esta situación, se genera un esbozo de diálogo intercultural e interreligioso entre españoles y mapuches que forjará, a través del tiempo, procesos de aculturación e inculturación. En el presente trabajo se busca mostrar las luces y sombras de este diálogo tanto a través de la Guerra Defensiva como en la búsqueda de la evangelización del Pueblo Mapuche.
Significance of Water in the Life and Death of the Christian Man: History of Swimming and Water Rescue
Authors: López-García Sergio , Ruibal-Lista Brais , Guevara-Ingelmo Raquel Mª , Martín-Villar Inmaculada , Diez-Fernández Pelayo
Published: January 2024

Water is an essential symbol of life "Without water, life would not exist", an antithesis is found when it can also take away your life, drowning. Every life lost has a countless value, a famous author portrayed this significance quoting "I believe that the life of a man is superior to all the riches that fortune can provide". Man, and water have had a relationship since the beginning of their existence being noted for its value and importance in Christianity. In the Old Testament with Isaiah (I 40.3-5) he mentioned water as a symbol of God's Spirit and allegory to his work (Mt 3.13-17). With Jesus Christ, water for people from Israel, was known to be as a sign of ablution. Its significance in the Christian faith is through baptism, with which the preaching of Jesus begins. Baptism comes from the Greek "baptisma" (immersion-act of immersing). The failure to submerge, with the etymological origin of baptism, is the accident called drowning.
Relatos de martirios misionales y la imagen de la mujer en Filipinas y Japón
Authors: Alabrús Iglesias Rosa María
Published: January 2024

En este trabajo se realiza una aproximación comparativa de las misiones llevadas a cabo en Asia por las diversas órdenes religiosas (jesuitas, franciscanos, dominicos), en sus distintas etapas, a través de los relatos de cada orden que, en muchos casos, tienen carácter hagiográfico y naturaleza publicitaria de la labor misional. Tras examinar las diversas fuentes que abastecen este discurso misional, se aportará información sobre el flujo de mártires en Japón que se produjo especialmente en la primera mitad del siglo XVII, su reconocimiento hagiográfico y el poco conocido rol de la mujer en la proyección misionera de las órdenes religiosas y en el propio legado de víctimas del martirio.
Heidegger: el sufrimiento del otro en sordina
Authors: García-Ramos David
Published: January 2024

Dar aquí interpretación cabal y cumplida de la empresa y de la obra de Heidegger sería un acto ingenuo y un completo fracaso. Quisiera, sin embargo, llamar la atención sobre algunas perspectivas heideggerianas que considero problemáticas, y que han determinado algunos de los caminos que ha emprendido el pensamiento actual sobre el mal. Esas perspectivas o conceptos serían la muerte, la angustia (Angst) y la culpa. Junto a estos tres conceptos, aparecerían otros colindantes, como el Mitsein, la autenticidad o el sacrificio. Lo que aquí nos interesa es leerlos en relación con la cuestión que nos ocupa, esto es, el mal como posibilidad de la existencia humana. Las razones por las que esa posibilidad se ha transformado en violencia hacia otros es lo que queremos explorar en este trabajo.
La ecoética frente al mal del ecocidio
Authors: TATAY NIETO JAIME
Published: January 2024

Este artículo analiza el modo como las diversas corrientes de ética ecológica, o ecoética, han conceptualizado la degradación medioambiental y la pérdida de biodiversidad, afirmando que su expresión más dramática —el ecocidio— es un mal. En diálogo con la ecoética teológica, plantea —frente al peligro del monismo moral que a menudo permea el debate ético de la sostenibilidad— la conveniencia de adoptar una visión pluralista en la que los diversos modos de razonamiento ético confluyan para denunciar el mal del ecocidio.
Propuestas del Banco Mundial para la educación en América Latina: un análisis crítico desde los principios filosóficos de la educación
Authors: Raquel Raquel , Silva Nogueira Emivaldo , Valdés Gabriel
Published: January 2024

Este estudio tiene como objetivo analizar críticamente, desde los principios filosóficos de la educación, las propuestas del Banco Mundial para la educación en América Latina y el Caribe después del contexto conocido como las “décadas perdidas” en las dictaduras y la deuda externa latinoamericana resultante de estos años. Los aspectos centrales estudiados en este artículo se refieren al contexto de las políticas educativas en América Latina y el Caribe desde la década de 1980, las nuevas propuestas sociales y educativas del Banco Mundial y el Fondo Monetario Internacional. Finalmente, se identifica que estas han desembocado en una transgresión sistemática a los principios filosóficos de inclusión, calidad, diversidad y democracia en la educación, por lo que se releva la necesidad de fortalecer estos aspectos en atención a los continuos desafíos educativos en el contexto político neoliberal actual.
Educación intercultural en Chile
Authors: Pavez Soto Iskra , Ortiz López Juan , Alfaro Contreras Carmen , Colomés Sofía , Villegas Pamela , Grandon Nicolás , Acuña Jeanette , Coloma Camila , Gonzalez Andrea
Published: January 2024

El objetivo de este artículo es analizar la percepción que tienen las familias migrantes de origen haitiano, cuya lengua materna es el creole, sobre la experiencia de sus hijas e hijos en el taller ‘Palabras de Unión’ donde facilitaron el proceso de inmersión lingüística. Mediante una metodología cualitativa, se realizaron nueve entrevistas semiestructuradas a madres y padres, apoderados de un establecimiento público de enseñanza básica, ubicado en un barrio vulnerable de Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile. Los resultados reflejan que las familias migrantes valoran el apoyo recibido de parte del taller, especialmente las estrategias utilizadas por el equipo interdisciplinario conformado por profesores, fonoaudiólogos y personal docente. No obstante, se observa una alta demanda de parte de los apoderados por tener más oportunidades de comunicación con la escuela. Se reconoce que las nuevas tecnologías de la información funcionan como un canal accesible que puede facilitar la participación de toda la comunidad escolar.
Una educación para el rehabitar: perspectivas sobre educación intercultural bilingüe en Chile
Authors: Garcia Quiroga Antonio
Published: January 2024

La política de Educación Intercultural Bilingüe ha recibido fuertes críticas debido a su incapacidad para superar el carácter colonial que ha caracterizado a la escuela chi­lena. Se ha criticado el que los contenidos vinculados a lo indígena no han tenido el debido anclaje en el contexto de vida contemporáneo de estas poblaciones y que se ha ignorado el conflicto que estas enfrentan en un contexto de dominación cultural. En ese marco, se ha transmitido una perspectiva “folklorizante” y “ruralizante” de lo indígena y se ha moldeado el programa en función de lógicas de trabajo escolar que reproducen la dominación cultural. El presente artículo indaga en el contenido de las críticas que se han hecho al Programa de EIB, para posteriormente proponer un enfoque de “Educación basada en el lugar” que tome como eje la experiencia del territorio, con el fin de superar las limitaciones del actual programa.
Las cofradías penitenciales y Trento: Origen y consolidación de la Semana Santa procesional en el ámbito castellano
Authors: Burrieza Sánchez Javier
Published: January 2024

El Concilio de Trento no supone el nacimiento de las procesiones de penitencia asociadas a las cofradías de la Semana Santa de nuestras ciudades. Más bien, en su periodo de aplicación, podemos encontrar la consolidación de un ámbito de actuación que poseía orígenes más remotos y que prendió, no solo en el ámbito de los claustros, sino que, como comportamiento, alcanzó a amplios sectores de la población de una sociedad cristiana como era la de los siglos XV y XVI. La mayoría de estas cofradías nacieron en conventos de mendicantes, especialmente franciscanos y dominicos. La nueva liturgia, más comprensible, salió de las iglesias y se trasladó a las calles, y allí se institucionalizaron estas agrupaciones de cristianos que compadecían a Cristo en su Pasión. Pero las procesiones no eran los únicos actos cotidianos de las cofradías penitenciales. Poseían importantes establecimientos de asistencia a distintos necesitados, construyeron sus propios templos, alumbraron las imágenes con mayor devoción. Y así llegamos al nacimiento de las modernas escenas procesionales con autores muy especializados como Gregorio Fernández. Sobre esta transformación técnica, artística diríamos hoy, también se encuentra la espiritualidad española en pleno Siglo de Oro, entregando a la imprenta importantes títulos. Se plasmará en vivencia, más que en lecturas generalizadas, la cercanía al Cristo que sufre.
El ritual procesional de la Pasión trasplantado a la América española (ss. XVI-XVII)
Authors: Labarga Fermín
Published: January 2024

En este artículo, que es tan solo un avance de un estudio de gran elaboración documental, se aportan datos comparativos para mostrar que el fenómeno de la implantación de cofradías penitenciales fue paralelo en la Península y en los territorios americanos. De igual modo, se analiza sucintamente el desarrollo de los rituales procesionales en la América española durante los siglos XVI y XVII hasta alcanzar un esplendor equiparable al de las principales poblaciones de la metrópoli, como resaltan los cronistas de Indias, y confirma la documentación conservada.
Jesuitas, devoción, cultura e historia. La celebración del Corpus Christi en la Salamanca moderna
Authors: De León Perera Cristo José
Published: January 2024

La celebración del Corpus Christi ha cambiado a lo largo de la historia. Lo mismo ha pasado en el modo de ser concebida. A continuación, presentaremos la importancia de esta fiesta adquirida en el colegio de la Compañía de Jesús de la Universidad de Salamanca. Una institución religiosa que nace en la temprana modernidad y que necesita adentrarse en la ciudad escolástica, se servirá de la celebración del Corpus para implementar su influjo en el conjunto de la sociedad.
Carruajes para el Señor Sacramentado: origen, fortuna y diseño del coche del Viático
Authors: Martínez Rodríguez María Angélica
Published: January 2024

El objeto de esta investigación es la carroza o coche y el examen de su diseño puesto al servicio de la doctrina tridentina para la conducción del Viático a los enfermos. Se resumen las trasformaciones tecnológicas y estéticas que situaron al coche como pri­mer signo de distinción a manera de trono rodante o vitrina móvil en los protocolos de las cortes europeas.

Se revisa la fortuna de algunos destacados autores y tratados exponiendo sus im­portantes aportaciones a la configuración de este vehículo. Se recogen las principales noticias que legitiman al coche como vehículo para llevar al Señor Sacramentado, tra­tando particularmente la dinastía de los Habsburgo en los territorios hispanos.

Finalmente se exploran algunas claves del proceso de diseño como la regulariza­ción, articulación y énfasis en las formas – compartidas con las disciplinas de la arqui­tectura y otras artes – así como el reconocimiento de ciertas fórmulas prestigiadas dentro de los estilos. Se toma como caso de estudio la carroza del Viático de Logroño con el propósito de ahondar en su diseño, ornamentación e iconografía.
La imagen devocional en los territorios de la monarquía hispánica después de Trento
Authors: Porres Benavides Jesús
Published: January 2024

En este artículo se analiza el papel de las imágenes devocionales desde sus orígenes en el cristianismo, la Edad Media y especialmente después de la Contrarreforma y el Concilio de Trento. Se tocan también aspectos como la iconoclastia en los Países Bajos, influjo de las zonas protestantes, así como los focos iconoclastas en la propia Península Ibérica durante el siglo XVI. Por último, se revisa el papel que jugaron los “trampantojos a lo divino” como reflejos de las “imágenes reales” generalmente escultóricas y su expansión por los reinos de la monarquía hispánica.
Evaluación de las manifestaciones activas y reactivas de las extremidades inferiores en el pádel femenino. Influencia del lado de juego
Authors: Ortega-Zayas Miguel Ángel , García-Giménez Alejandro , Casanova Óscar , Latre Navarro Lorena , Pradas Francisco , Moreno-Azze Alejandro
Published: January 2024

Over the last years padel has experienced an exponential growth in all areas, as can be seen in the significant number of licences, the incorporation of new professional circuits and a significant increase in the number of scientific publications. However, there are still scarce research that analyse in depth the conditional characteristics of padel players according to the side of the court which they play on. Several studies have evaluated the explosive strength of the lower body in racket sports, but in padel the existing evidence is scarce, limited and heterogeneous, especially regarding the side of play, and particularly in women's competition. In this sense, the aim of this study is focused on evaluating and analysing the manifestations of active and reactive strength of the lower body in women's padel according to the side of play. The squat jump test (SJ) and the countermovement test (CMJ) were used to assess the active and reactive manifestations of lower limb strength, in addition to the power performed. The results obtained showed no significant differences in the height of the SJ and CMJ jumps, neither in the power performed. However, it can be seen that all the physical variables analysed are slightly higher in those players located on the left side of the court. Depending on the side of play, the differences found could be the result of specific chronic muscular adaptations derived from highly specialized training and competition. The results obtained suggested the need to design and carry out differentiated trainings taking according to the side of the game in which the players compete in padel tennis. Further research is needed to contrast the results found in this investigation.
PADELVIC: Multicamera videos and motion capture data of an amateur padel match
Authors: Javadiha Mohammadreza , Andujar Carlos , Calvanese Michele , Lacasa Enrique , Moyés Jordi , Pontón José Luis , Susín Antonio , Wang Jiabo
Published: January 2024

Recent advances in computer vision and deep learning techniques have opened new possibilities regarding the automatic labeling of sport videos. However, an essential requirement for supervised techniques is the availability of accurately labeled training datasets. In this paper we present PadelVic, an annotated dataset of an amateur padel match which consists of multi-view video streams, accurate motion capture data of one of the players, as well as synthetic videos specifically designed to serve as training sets for convolutional neural networks estimating positional data from videos. As a demonstration of one of the applications of the dataset, we present a system for the accurate prediction of the center-of-mass of the players projected onto the court plane, from a single-view video of the match.
Purification of rat NLRP1, rat DPP9, and rat NLRP1-DPP9 complex from Sf9 Cells for structural and biochemical studies v1
Authors: R R Hollingsworth Louis
Published: January 2024

Protocol associated with "Host E3 ubiquitin ligase ITCH mediatesToxoplasma gondiieffector GRA35-triggered NLRP1 inflammasome activation and cell-autonomous immunity" by Wang et al. and Saeij. Please address any questions to Bobby Hollingsworth (bobbyh11@vt.edu). Protocol adapted from Huang* and Zhang* et al., Zhong and Chai 2021 (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8081665/)
Secondary Metabolite Production In Plants: In Response To Biotic And Abiotic Stress Factors
Authors: Dr. Amit Upadhyay  , Dr. Ashish Lambat  , Dr. Mrs. Prachi Lambat  , Dr. Madhusmita Borthakur
Published: January 2024

Secondary metabolites (SMs) play vital roles in plant defence mechanisms, adaptation to environmental conditions, and interactions with other organisms. Biotic and abiotic stress factors can significantly influence the production, accumulation, and composition of SMs in plants. Understanding the intricate relationship between stress and SM production is crucial for enhancing plant resilience, agricultural productivity, and the development of novel phytopharmaceuticals. This research provides current knowledge regarding the impact of biotic and also abiotic stress on SMs in plants. Biotic stress factors such as pathogen infection, and herbivore attacks, as well as abiotic stress factors like drought, along with temperature extremes, and also salinity, can profoundly influence the biosynthesis and accumulation of SMs in plants. We discussed the methodology based on secondary sources underlying physiological, biochemical, and molecular mechanisms involved in stress-induced SM synthesis and highlight the potential implications for plant biology, agriculture, and human health. The study also emphasizes the functions of SMs in plants including defence against herbivores, pathogens, and abiotic stresses. The mechanism by which thesecompounds act as allelochemicals and signalling molecules is also discussed.
Historias que contiene el cuerpo
Authors: Palma-García Diana Marcela
Published: January 2024

Despojada de toda dignidad viajaste, desde la cuna de la humanidad, en un barco mugriento con olor a muerte. Acompañada de ese olor nauseabundo  a enfermedad y desechos humanos de aquellos a los que amaste.

Viajaste durante meses, limitada por cuatro maderos de escasos metro y medio por cincuenta,  mientras tu cuerpo magullado y violado temblaba de miedo por la incertidumbre del futuro.

Una pesadilla en vida, a plena luz del día. Viajaste sin saber que serias una de las cuarenta millones de almas a las que la historia olvidaría.
Perception of medical students on the advantages and disadvantages of online assessment compared to traditional method in a tertiary level teaching hospital
Authors: Nancy Anitha , Aravinthan S  , Anton Joe David , Raj Jeneth Berlin
Published: January 2024

: The use of e-assessment/online tests have increased in higher education over the last two decades. Technology plays a positive role in students learning process and provides an opportunity to give immediate feedback. In India online mode was not used for formative/summative assessment except in fewer renowned institutions. But now it has increased recently because of COVID-19 pandemic.

: This study aims to know the perception of I year MBBS students on the advantages and disadvantages of using online assessment in formative and internal assessment when compared to the traditional method.

In a private medical college, Cross-sectional survey was done using standard and validated questionnaires with likert scale scoring (1-Strongly disagree, 2- Disagree, 3- Neutral, 4- Agree & 5- Strongly agree) for I year undergraduate medical students.

Out of 115 students’ responses, 47.4% (36%-Agree & 11.5%- strongly agree) that online assessment has positive influence on their learning experience but only 39% were comfortable to use online assessment over traditional method and the others remained neutral (32%) and (29%) disagreed to the statement. By having online trial test and trainings 85.1% students agreed to use online assessment but still felt comfortable to use traditional method for assessment.

From our study, we found that students did not prefer to switch from traditional to an online method in the form of learning or assessment. But they show their willingness to adapt to a blended assessment method.
Effects of passive smoking on pulmonary functions of individuals in an urban area
Authors: Verma Anita , Gosai Harsida
Published: January 2024

: Passive smoking is a world health problem and part of the tobacco epidemic which victimizes mostly adolescents. Epidemiological studies have, essentially, addressed the association between passive smoke exposure and respiratory health in adult population, and increased risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) & lung cancer among adult nonsmokers. Relatively few studies have been reported on lung function in relation to effects of passive smoking among nonsmoking individuals.

To investigate the effects of passive smoking on lung functions among individuals in urban region.

The present study was composed of smokers, passive smokers and nonsmokers (control), aged between 17 and 25 years. Ninety healthy individuals were placed in three different groups on the basis of questionnaire (Group A: active smoker, Group B: passive smoker, Group C: control). Study was done with the help of spirometer (RMS Helios 401).

FEFFEV1/FVC% values were significantly decreased in passive smokers as compared to control individuals (P<0.001, P<0.05).

The present study suggests a significant reduction of lung functions in individuals exposed to passive smoke.
Correlation between pupillary size and heart rate variability parameters among medical students
Authors: Mohan Arun Kumar , Shivaramaiah Gopi Kumar , Dwivedi Neelam , Siddiqui Ayaz
Published: January 2024

Autonomic nervous system controls and balances sympathetic and parasympathetic system to maintain homeostasis without conscious control. The sympathetic nervous system controls the dilation of the pupil or mydriasis. HR variation (HRV) analysis is a popular non-invasive tool for assessing functions of autonomic nervous system. Medical students are under constant cognitive load, it is required to follow-up on status on their autonomic control during their education phase. The objective of this study was to observe any correlation between pupillary size and heart rate.

Total of 30 students participated in the study. Anthropometric measurements and vitals like pulse, blood pressure was recorded. Pupillary size of the participants was measured using the pupillometer in the illuminated. HRV recording was done by placing electrodes for standard Lead II ECG. HRV reports were generated using Kubios HRV 3.5 software standard version.

The pupillary size Right and Left are negatively correlated with the SDNN, RMSSD, PNN50, HF, SDI and SD2. However, LF, LF/HF and SD2/SD1 ratio are positively correlated.

These findings support the notion that pupillary size can serve as a non-invasive indicator of autonomic nervous system activity.
Mechanism of infection of SARS-CoV-2 and gender based differential impacts
Authors: Ghosh Debosree , Ghosh Suvendu , Singha Partha Sarathi
Published: January 2024

The world has witnessed a pandemic in the recent past. COVID-19 has been a nightmare for all. The virus SARS-CoV-2 causes the disease. The impact of the pandemic on human life and on various aspects of the society is still prevailing. No specific effective drug has yet been formulated to completely combat the virus. It took more than a year for the researchers and scientists around the globe to understand the mechanism of the virus infection. For the time being vaccines have been designed and those seems to be effective in preventing the infection to some extent. The pattern of infection by SARS-CoV-2, symptoms, pathophysiology, complications and fatality associated with COVID-19 has been found to be dependent on various factors and varies from person to person. The virus has been found to have differential mechanism of infection and impacts in male and female. The X-Chromosome plays an interesting role.
Primary leiomyosarcoma of tongue: A relatively uncommon entity occurring at an exceedingly rare site
Authors: Kaira Vaanika , Kaira Pankaj , Sharma Rohit
Published: January 2024

Primary leiomyosarcoma (LMS) of the tongue is an extremely rare, highly aggressive malignancy associated with poor survival outcome. We report a case of 60 years old male who presented with growth left lateral border of tongue since 6 months. Histopathological examination of the excised growth confirmed the diagnosis of LMS. An exhaustive panel of immunohistochemical markers helped in ruling out other malignant spindle cell differentials.
Detection of the BK virus in post-transplant patients in a tertiary care hospital
Authors: Choudhary Vinita , Choudhary Chetan , Saraswat Pushpendra
Published: January 2024

Background: Polyomaviruses are small (45 nm) non-enveloped circular double-stranded DNA and belong to the Polyomaviridae family, with Polyomavirus as the only genus. The polyomaviruses are omnipresent. The primary sites of BK virus appearance are the kidney tubular epithelial cells and urinary bladder surface transitional cells. To detect the BK virus in post-transplant patients by molecular methods. Materials and methods: Specimens of 88 patients were collected aseptically in Vials. Nucleic acid was extracted manually and processed in real-time PCR for identification of the BK virus. Result: This study analyzed 88 samples from suspected BK virus patients from January 2022 to January 2023.There were 88 samples tested, 24(27.27%) were positive and 64(72.72%) were negative. Conclusion: The prevalence pattern of BK virus presented in post-transplant patients 24(27.27%) were positive. BKV induces both difficult diagnosis and treatment; transplant recipients are recommended to be under strict surveillance and receive early intervention.
Colmenares, S. (2023). Cosechar para el mundo, pastar para la región: Una historia de globalización en los Montes de María (1850-1914).
Authors: San Miguel Pedro L.
Published: January 2024

Sin resumen.
Effect of aminoguanidine on plasminogen activator inhibitor-1 and receptor of advanced glycation endproduct in the liver of streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats
Authors: Sangdari Amirhossein , Karbalaee-Hasani Amir , Fathi Mojtaba , Khodabandehloo Hadi
Published: January 2024

Objectives: Advanced glycation end products (AGEs) play an important role in the development and progression of diabetic complications. The receptor for AGE (RAGE) is the ligand-binding site of AGE that initiates and accelerates the atherosclerotic process. Plasminogen activator inhibitor-1 (PAI-1) is a prothrombotic factor that has been proposed as a biological marker for prognostic assessment, monitoring of microvascular and macrovascular complications in diabetes. The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of aminoguanidine on RAGE and PAI-1 expression levels in the liver of streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats.
Methods: Diabetes was induced in rats by intraperitoneal injection of streptozocin (STZ, 50 mg/kg). On day 3, diabetic rats were administered 50, 100, and 200 mg/kg/day of aminoguanidine. The expression of PAI-1 and RAGE in the liver tissue was evaluated using real-time PCR.
Results: PAI-1 and RAGE gene expression levels were higher in the liver of the diabetic rats compared to the control group. Aminoguanidine at 50, 100, and 200 mg/kg decreased PAI-1 and RAGE gene expression in the liver (p<0.001 at all doses). However, these genes were downregulated only at a dose of 200 mg/kg in healthy rats (p<0.0001). In addition, hepatic AGE protein levels were significantly decreased following treatment of the diabetic rats with aminoguanidine (p<0.001). There was also a significant correlation between AGE protein concentration and the expression of PAI-1 and RAGE.
Conclusion: In summary, the data of the present study suggest that aminoguanidine reduced the expression of PAI-1 and RAGE in the liver of the diabetic rats.
Investigating the Effects of Telerehabilitation on Improving the Physical Activity of Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Baigi Seyyedeh Fatemeh Mousavi , Sarbaz Masoumeh , Sobhani-Rad Davood , Mousavi Atefeh Sadat , Dahmardeh Fatemeh , Kimiafar Khalil
Published: January 2024

Introduction: This study systematically evaluates the effect of telerehabilitation on improving physical activity, physical function, and quality of life (QoL) in individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS).
Materials and Methods: Studies were obtained by searching the title, abstract, and keywords without time limit in the Scopus, PubMed, Embase, and Web of Science databases. The quality of the included studies was assessed using the Joanna Briggs institute checklist. The same checklist was used for data extraction.
Results: A total of 16 eligible articles were found. In 12 studies, the results showed significant performance improvement, reduced fatigue, improved physical activity, and general balance in the telerehabilitation approach. Furthermore, of the 16 included studies, 5(31) reported an improvement in individuals’ QoL, two of which showed a significant improvement in the individuals’ QoL in the intervention group compared to the control group.
Conclusion: The findings of this review showed that telerehabilitation services for MS individuals’ precautions are comparable to or better than conventional services. Telerehabilitation is an effective educational instrument to restitute and maintain physical activity and balance in individuals with MS; however, no considerable improvement in individuals’ QoL was reported.
Design, Implementation, and Evaluation of Flipped Classroom for Postgraduate Physiotherapy Students
Authors: Honarpishe Roshanak , Ghotbi Nastaran , Jalaei Shohre
Published: January 2024

Introduction: Teamwork is an essential component of delivering successful physiotherapy services to patients; therefore, the education of physiotherapy students should be directed toward strategies that promote interaction between classmates. A flipped classroom (FC) is a pedagogical strategy that promotes active learning. The present study aimed to design, implement, and evaluate the FC for postgraduate physiotherapy students.
Materials and Methods: A total of 44 postgraduate general and sport physiotherapy students participated in this study from 2016 to 2019. Two theoretical courses were designed and delivered based on the FC approach. The data were collected using a questionnaire that contained 12 items based on the 5-point Likert scale. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Mann-Whitney, and Fisher exact tests
Results: The students’ familiarity with FC was 2.52±1.51 (median=3). The total agreement with FC was 3.42±0.92 (median=3). Only 22.7% of the students reported no increase in motivation. Meanwhile, 71% of the students agreed with a blended classroom, while only 52% preferred to teach only with FC.
Conclusion: Most students preferred a blended classroom combining in-class and home activities. Also, the FC could augment the interaction and motivation of the students. Accordingly, FC is a valuable teaching strategy for postgraduate physiotherapy students.
Integrating Career Readiness Competencies into Vocational Curriculum for Enhanced Graduate Employability: A Case Study of Selected Trade Areas in Namibia
Authors: Sisinyize N. , Tubaundule G , Sihela N , Katijere M , Hilarious B
Published: January 2024

This study explored the integration of career readiness competencies into vocational curriculum in Namibia to improve graduates' employability in key trade areas such as welding, joinery, clothing, bricklaying, hospitality, and information technology sectors. The research uses a quantitative descriptive case study method to gather data from vocational students and literature reviews. The study aims to identify the most valued career readiness competencies and assess the extent to which vocational education institutions are addressing them. The findings have implications for vocational education policy and practice, enhancing graduates' employability and economic development. It also contributes to the discussion on soft skills and career readiness in vocational education.
EVASIÓN, ELUSIÓN Y DEFRAUDACIÓN FISCAL EN MÉXICO
Authors: Hernández Santiago Jazmín Anahí , Reyes González Jazmina , Hinojosa-López Jessica Ivonne , Arcos Moreno Sergio
Published: January 2024

La recaudación de impuestos en los contribuyentes es un desafío para el sistema tributario debido a que gran parte de los contribuyentes optan por omitir el pago de contribuciones a que están sujetos (Sarduy, 2017). Es por ello que el tema de la evasión es importante para los gobernantes ya que a través de los impuestos obtienen ingresos para mantener el gasto de gobierno y el gasto público (Rosas & Demmler, 2020) para dotar de los servicios a los ciudadanos (Sánchez & Covarrubias, 2019). Esta investigación tiene como objetivo identificar las principales causas que persuaden a los contribuyentes (MIPYMES) a ejecutar actos ilegales como lo son la evasión, elusión y defraudación fiscal. Los resultados permitieron identificar las principales variables que intervienen en los contribuyentes en la omisión de sus obligaciones fiscales, así como la efectividad del sistema tributario en la recaudación de los impuestos.