bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
BUCATE PASCALE TRADIȚIONALE DIN OLTENIA
Authors:   Muzeul Olteniei Craiova, Deca Roxana
Published: February 2025

In general ritual context generated by the celebration of Easter, the ritual food from Oltenia were cooked both in the pre-Easter period and for the feast days completing the overall picture created by one of the biggest traditional calendar celebrations of the Romanian village and the Christian community from Romania. Thus, eating and preparation of ritual foods contains multi-millenary magic constitute of meaningful and present reality, over time, in the landscape of traditional Romanian culture. Moreover, Oltenia excels in a food variety related to the fasting period of Easter, but especially in ritual food baked and cooked especially for the days of celebration, being part of Romanian spirituality and heritage. The theme proposes a review of the Oltenian culinary specifics, related both to the Easter temporality, but also to the local gastronomic influences and interpenetrations with those of some communities established over time on the ethnographic territories of Oltenia, compiling an inventory of the better known traditional foods from new preparations in this time marked by the sacred Resurrection of the Lord.
Transgender Rights at a Crossroads in the United States
Authors: Thoreson Ryan
Published: February 2025

In his first month in office, US President Donald Trump has issued a series of sweeping executive orders targeting transgender rights. These orders build on political terrain that is now exceedingly hostile to transgender rights. In this post, I briefly examine the landscape for transgender rights in the United States, analyze what President Trump’s executive orders on transgender rights aim to do, and then discuss the stakes of United States v. Skrmetti, the pending Supreme Court case that will likely set out the framework that federal courts will use in adjudicating transgender rights cases under the Trump administration and beyond.
ENHАNCING UNIVERSITY-LEVEL ENGLISH LАNGUАGE LEАRNING THRОUGH MОBILE TECHNОLОGY
Authors: Marabyan Luiza , Dalalyan Manana
Published: February 2025

Incorporating mobile technology in EFL classes at universities offers many chances to enhance student engagement, motivation and overall academic achievements. This article explores the theoretical basis of Mobile-Assisted Language Learning (MALL) and highlights its ability to revolutionize conventional teaching methods. The article demonstrates how using different interactive activities on mobile devices can greatly increase engagement and enhance language learning with hands-on tools. Additionally, it provides a thorough manual for teachers, outlining techniques for the smooth incorporation of mobile technology in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teaching. It also focuses on addressing obstacles such as accessibility, digital literacy and classroom management in the university setting, offering practical solutions to enhance learning outcomes. This analysis stresses the significance of integrating technology into contemporary education and investigates how mobile-assisted learning can meet the changing requirements of teachers and students in the digital era, ultimately enhancing student achievement. Future MALL trends emphasize that mobile technology will remain a crucial factor in language education promoting personalized and self-directed learning for students.
Transfigurasi Implementasi Pelaksanaan Kurikulum Merdeka Belajar pada Pembelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam (PAI) di SMPIT Harapan Bangsa
Authors: Wardani Raden Roro Wulan Ayu
Published: February 2025

Penelitian kualitatif ini memiliki tujuan untuk menganalisis implementasi kurikulum merdeka di SMPIT Harapan Bangsa, termasuk dampak dan tantangan yang dihadapi dalam penerapan. Tujuan dari kurikulum merdeka dirancang untuk meningkatkan kualitas pendidikan dengan memberikan kebebasan terhadap guru dan siswa dalam menentukan pembelajaran dan menentukan minat belajar yang relevan. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif menggunakan analisis dan wawancara mendalam Data utama penelitian bersumber dari berbagai pemangku kepentingan sekolah, meliputi jajaran guru, kepala sekolah, wakil kepala sekolah bidang kurikulum, guru Pendidikan Agama Islam (PAI), staf tata usaha, dan siswa. Metodologi penelitian mencakup teknik pengumpulan data melalui observasi langsung, wawancara mendalam, dan studi dokumentasi. Validitas data diperkuat melalui keterlibatan jangka panjang, pengamatan yang teliti, serta triangulasi. Proses analisis data melibatkan tahapan reduksi, penyajian, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Temuan penelitian mengungkapkan tiga aspek utama. Pertama, implementasi kurikulum merdeka di SMPIT Harapan Bangsa telah berjalan secara efektif dan dinamis. Kedua, penerapan kurikulum ini membawa dampak ganda pada pembelajaran PAI. Dampak positif meliputi pembelajaran yang lebih kontekstual, pengembangan pemikiran kritis, penguatan nilai moral, peningkatan toleransi, dan partisipasi aktif siswa. Sementara dampak negatif mencakup fragmentasi kurikulum, kesenjangan pemahaman, berkurangnya fokus spiritual, dan keterbatasan sumber daya. Ketiga, kendala yang dihadapi dalam implementasi meliputi penyesuaian dengan kurikulum sebelumnya, keterbatasan sumber daya, resistensi dari pemangku kepentingan, tantangan integrasi teknologi, serta optimalisasi peran orang tua dan masyarakat.
Pembinaan Karakter Kreatif Santri Melalui Ekstrakurikuler Keagamaan
Authors: Azhari Restu Audy , Rangkuti Miswar
Published: February 2025

Permasalahan utama yang dihadapi dalam pembinaan karakter santri saat ini adalah kurangnya keseimbangan antara pengembangan aspek religius dan intelektual. Banyak program pembinaan yang cenderung fokus pada salah satu aspek saja, sehingga karakter kreatif santri tidak berkembang secara holistik. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengidentifikasi dampak kegiatan ekstrakurikuler keagamaan terhadap pengembangan karakter kreatif santri di pondok pesantren Al-Qomariyah. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian kualitatif dengan pendekatan fenomenologi. Teknik pengumpulan data pada penelitian ini adalah dengan observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi terhadap santri dan pengurus kegiatan ekstrakurikuler. Sedangkan sumber data yang digunakan adalah data primer dan sekunder, Adapun teknik analisis data yang digunakan yaitu:  reduksi data, penyajian data dan penarikan kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa partisipasi dalam ekstrakurikuler keagamaan tidak hanya meningkatkan pengetahuan agama, tetapi juga mendorong santri untuk berpikir kritis, berinovasi, dan berkolaborasi. Selain itu, kegiatan ini juga memperkuat nilai-nilai spiritual dan sosial yang menjadi landasan karakter santri. Dengan demikian, ekstrakurikuler keagamaan berperan dalam membentuk karakter kreatif yang seimbang antara aspek religius dan intelektual. Penelitian ini merekomendasikan pengembangan lebih lanjut dari program ekstrakurikuler untuk meningkatkan karakter kreatif santri.
CHARACTER EDUCATION FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN THE DIGITAL ERA
Authors: Wardani Iwan Usma , I Made Ardana  , Ketut Suma  , I Gede Margunayasa
Published: February 2025

The purpose of this study is character education is a process of applying moral and religious values to students through science, applying these values to oneself, family, fellow friends, educators and the surrounding environment as well as God Almighty. One. The social development of elementary school age children has increased, from initially only socializing with family at home, then gradually getting to know the people around them. Children at this age are also familiar with the digital lifestyle, be it from home, friends, school and the surrounding environment. The digital era not only has a positive impact, but also has a negative impact, this is where our role as parents, educators and the adult community is to guide and supervise children to live it well, appropriately, and positively for the children themselves.
The Epidemiology of Traumatic Humeral Shaft Fractures in Chittagong
Authors: Ariful Islam Syed , Kumar Das Chandan , Abedin Md. Jainal , Alam Md. Mahabub , Mahmud Md. Tayef , Rob Faisal Md. Abdur
Published: February 2025

Objective
To assess the epidemiology of traumatic humeral shaft fracture in chittagong.
Methodology
This observational study was carried out at the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Chittagong Medical College Hospital, Chattogram from August 2019 to July 2021. All adult patients of closed diaphyseal fracture of humerus attending the Orthopaedics department, Chittagong Medical college Hospital during study period were the study population. Purposive sampling was done according to availability of the patients. All the data were compiled and sorted properly and the quantitative data was analyzed statistically by using Statistical Package for Social Science.
Result
Average mean ± SD age was 40.22 ± 12.451 years and the ranges were 19-65 years where maximum belonged to 31-40 years of age (32%). Out of 50 patients, 30 (60%) were male and 20 (40%) were female. Among 50 respondents, service holder and housewife both was 13 (26%) each. According to mechanism of injury, maximum patients (74%) had history of motor vehicle accident. According to AO/ OTA type of fracture, 36% patients had 12A3 and 30% had 12A1 type of fracture. According to location of fracture within shaft, maximum patients (76%) had fracture at middle 1/3rd of shaft.
Conclusion
Maximum patients had fracture at middle 1/3rd of shaft and had 12A3 type of fracture. Motor vehicle accident is the common cause for humeral shaft fracture in chittagong.
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: An Update on the Epidemiology, Diagnosis and Operative Complication
Authors: Alam Md. Mahabub , Molla Tajuddin , Islam Akon Md. Shahidul , Alam Md. Shah , Ariful Islam Syed
Published: February 2025

Background
Lumbar spinal canal stenosis is one of the most important causes of Low Back Pain & it is the frequent cause of disability. When conservative treatments fail, surgery is the only way to treat this patients & different surgical procedure are there. Posterior decompression by Laminotomy, Laminectomy, Foraminotomy is common operation for spinal canal stenosis in our country.
Objective The aim of this study was to assess the epidemiology, clinical feature, diagnosis and operative complcation of the lumbar spinal stenosis patients.
Methods
This Prospective Interventional Study study was carried out among 28 patients attending at the department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Dhaka Medical College Hospital, Bangladesh Spine & Orthopaedic Hospital (BSOH), Al-Manar Hospital Ltd, Dhaka for the treatment of lumbar spinal canal stenosis within the defined period from January 2022 to December 2022. Ethical clearance was obtained from the Institutional Review Board (IRB) of DMCH. Purposive sampling was done according to availability of the patients. Statistical analyses of the results were obtained by using window based computer software devised with Statistical Packages for Social Sciences (SPSS-20.1).
Results
Mean age of the patients was 51.32±8.29 years and the ranges were 40-70 years where maximum belonged to 40-49 years of age (42.86%). Greater part of the patients was female 60.71% with a female: Male ratio 1.6 :1. Maximum patients were Housewife 57.14% and manual worker 32.14%. All of the study patients had low back pain and 85.71% had leg pain. 92.86% patients had Neurogenic claudication. Motor weakness in lower extremities were seen in 22 patients (78.57%) & Sensory changes were seen in 21 patients (75.00%). Most commonly involved intervertebral disc level was L4/L5 (39.29%) & less in L2/3, 3/4 (3.57%). operative complications were seen in 2 patients (7.14%) where in 2 patients (7.14%) developed superficial wound infection post-operatively.
Conclusion
Lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) is a common spinal disorder in the older population. All of the study patients had low back pain. Most commonly involved intervertebral disc level was L4/L5. Operative complications were seen in only 2 patients.
Effect of acupuncture and moxibustion, cupping, and medicated thread moxibustion on biomechanical responses in sports injuries
Authors: Qiao Yuanyuan , Kan Jie , Xu Shijun , Li Ling , Zeng Cong
Published: February 2025

Purpose: This study explored the clinical effect of acupuncture and moxibustion therapy, cupping therapy, and Zhuang medicine thread moxibustion therapy on cell and molecular biomechanics within the context of sports pains and injuries. Method: Divided athletes who experienced pain and injury symptoms during training into two groups and received traditional Chinese medicine treatment and conventional therapy respectively, and compared the therapeutic effects; The visual analogue scale was used to evaluate pain level, diagnose pain and injury severity, and evaluate efficacy. Result: Comprehensive therapy had excellent efficacy for mild patients, and moderate-to-low intensity training could be performed during recovery. The traditional Chinese medicine treatment group’s efficacy in delayed onset muscle soreness, mild injury, and severe injury was significantly better than that of the conventional treatment group (P ≤ 0.05). Conclusion: The amalgamation of these therapies engenders an integrated effect of treatment effect. It may potentially modulate cell and molecular biomechanics by, for instance, influencing the mechanical properties of cells and extracellular matrices. This could rectify aberrant biomechanical signaling associated with injury, enhance cell adhesion and migration for tissue repair, and optimize the mechanical milieu conducive to tissue regeneration. It clears blockages, unblocks meridians, alleviates pain, and promotes the proper circulation of Qi, blood, and body fluids. The comprehensive therapy is characterized by simplicity, manageability, and effectiveness. The integration of traditional Chinese and Western medicine can more efficaciously address campus sports injuries, foster the healthy progression of school sports, and capitalize on the unique prerogatives and functions of traditional Chinese medicine in the domain of cell and molecular biomechanics.
Biomechanical insights and optimization in the teaching design of badminton games based on motion capture and adaptive virtual reality video coding
Authors: Tian Qi , Tang Jiping
Published: February 2025

The application of games in sports not only brings new development to sports, but also brings new requirements to sports. To maintain and enhance students’ learning motivation and interest, more effective individualized teaching is needed. This study focuses on students’ individualized knowledge structure, tracking the differences in sports skills among different types of students, and designing a sports game model based on sports games. A Bayesian network model was used to model learners’ knowledge and establish an adaptive badminton competition mode. Then, a new feature intersection method is studied, and a method for deep knowledge tracking is established using feature embedding and attention mechanisms. Finally, on this basis, this method is combined with adaptive learning methods to establish a badminton game model based on adaptive learning and improved deep knowledge tracking. Additionally, this study explores the biological principles underlying sports skill learning. When students learn badminton skills. When students learn badminton skills, the body’s proprioceptive system constantly provides feedback. This biological feedback is vital as it helps students adjust their movements unconsciously. Motion capture technology can capture the kinematic data of students’ badminton movements, such as joint angles and limb velocities. By integrating this data with the biological feedback, we can optimize learning outcomes by enabling more precise identification of skill deficiencies and more effective remediation. The experiment shows that the acceleration Z is the maximum, approximately 100. The acceleration of X is the smallest, approximately between −200 and 200. The most unstable is the acceleration Y. After positive compensation, the value of the adaptive quantization parameter cascade algorithm increases. And the quantized adaptive quantization parameter cascade algorithm value does not have a significant impact on the evaluation of the reconstructed image. The average values of each scale and sub dimension are above 0.70, and the constituent reliability values are above 0.90, indicating that the internal quality of each scale is good. And the internal consistency between questions is also good, all of which have passed the validity test. The survey method used in this experiment has strong practicality and can effectively achieve game design, which has great practical value in teaching practice.
Evaluation of corporate financial performance based on bionic algorithm and biomechanical analysis
Authors: Xu Yi
Published: February 2025

The evaluation of corporate financial performance plays a critical role in driving enterprise transformation and fostering industrial development. To enhance the accuracy of financial performance evaluation, this study integrates knowledge from biomechanics and bioinformatics, exploring the application of a bio-inspired immune algorithm-optimized convolutional neural network (CNN) in financial performance evaluation. A biomechanics-based model is constructed using CNN to simulate the “mechanical response” of financial performance evaluation. By simulating the structure of biological visual systems, CNNs can effectively extract local features from input data, enabling efficient classification and recognition. During the optimization process, the biological immune algorithm adjusted hyperparameters such as the learning rate and kernel size through mechanisms of selection, reproduction, and mutation. The application of biologically inspired algorithms in deep learning effectively enhanced the model’s adaptability and robustness, providing new ideas and methods for financial performance evaluation and validating the effectiveness of bionic algorithms in complex tasks. In the experiments, a GRA-Entropy-SOM-CNN model was constructed, with initial test results showing an accuracy of 97.18% in the task. However, by introducing the biological immune algorithm to optimize the CNN, the final model achieved an accuracy of 98.5% on the test set, demonstrating significant performance improvement.
Next-Gen Global Health 6.0: Integrative Genomics, Nano-Immunotherapies, and AI for Infectious and Chronic Disease Convergence
Authors: Dito Anurogo
Published: February 2025

The Next-Gen Global Health 6.0 initiative offers an integrative model employing genomics, nano-immunotherapies, and artificial intelligence (AI) to address the escalating complexity of global health issues, particularly the convergence of infectious and chronic diseases. This framework advances precision medicine by integrating real-time genomic surveillance with AI algorithms, enabling timely prediction and response to outbreaks, as well as tailored therapeutic approaches. Nano-immunotherapies play a critical role in modulating immune responses with high specificity, especially in chronic infections and diseases resistant to conventional treatments. Through these synergistic technologies, the Next-Gen Global Health 6.0 approach aims to transcend traditional healthcare boundaries, offering scalable, data-driven interventions that are adaptable to varying resource levels worldwide. Emphasizing accessibility and equity, this framework highlights the necessity for innovative health policies and interdisciplinary collaboration to optimize deployment in underserved regions, ultimately contributing to sustainable, resilient healthcare systems prepared for evolving global health challenges.
Digitalisasi Dan Filsafat Ilmu Dalam Pembelajaran PAI Di SMK Bustanul ‘Ulum Kabupaten Bandung
Authors: Susanto Heri Rahmat , Irawan  , Priatna Tedi
Published: February 2025

Digitalization in Islamic Religious Education (PAI) learning has opened new opportunities to create more effective, interactive, and relevant teaching methods for contemporary needs. This study aims to explore the experiences, perceptions, and challenges faced by teachers, students, and school management in implementing digitalization in PAI learning at SMK Bustanul ‘Ulum, Bandung Regency. Employing a qualitative phenomenological approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews with research subjects. The findings reveal a strong commitment from the school to integrate technology through clear policies, supporting facilities, teacher training, and digital ethics guidelines. Teachers and students positively embrace digitalization despite challenges such as infrastructure limitations and digital literacy gaps. The philosophy of science perspective underscores the importance of aligning technology usage with Islamic values, ensuring that digital-based learning not only creates engaging experiences but also focuses on character and moral development. This study aims to provide theoretical and practical insights for designing ethical, value-oriented technology-based religious education relevant to the digital era.
Tantangan Dan Strategi Pendidikan Inklusif Dalam Mempersiapkan Siswa Adhd Menghadapi Tantangan Revolusi Industri 4.0
Authors: Qorie Hizratul Muttaqien  , Ayub Suganda  , Wisnu Hambali Hidayat  , Naufal Abdillah  , Tarsono
Published: February 2025

Inclusive education is an approach that ensures the right of every child, including those with special needs, to receive equitable education in an environment that supports diversity. This concept is based on principles of equality, acceptance of differences, and the elimination of discrimination, as outlined in various international documents such as the Salamanca Statement and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948). The Fourth Industrial Revolution offers opportunities through technological integration but also presents specific challenges for students with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Comprehensive strategies are needed to address these challenges, including individualized learning approaches, the use of interactive technology, and collaboration among parents, teachers, and the government. Supportive inclusive policies, the development of disability-friendly infrastructure, and the active involvement of the community and parents are essential elements for the success of inclusive education. With these integrated measures, inclusive education is expected to prepare students with special needs to meet the demands of the digital era and achieve their full potential.
Anti-Americanism and Loss of Sovereignty: A View From The Muslim World
Authors: Khan Muhammad Zubair
Published: February 2025

Anti Americanism has been a prominent issue ever since the creation of United States of America in general and after 9/11 in particular. Several definitions and theoretical frameworks have been presented to highlight the true nature of Anti-Americanism. This paper will discuss Anti-Americanism in the light of survey research conducted after 9/11and with a new theoretical framework of erosion of sovereignty. It is the erosion of sovereignty of the states and ultimately of the people that lies at the core of Anti-Americanism. Though historical background will not be neglected but the focus will be on the current scenarios and events that have provided impetus to the Anti-American feelings in different parts of the world. Moreover, anti-Americanism in the Muslim World will be the primary focus of the study along with a generalized explanation for other regions of the world. The study is supported by statistical data collected through various sources. The study is delimited to the period from 2001 to 2010.
Perspektif Filsafat Progresivisme Dalam Kurikulum Merdeka
Authors: Ambarita Dharmawati , Dahliah Jeli , Edwar Yoni , Hartati Merri Sri , Susiyanto Susiyanto
Published: February 2025

Artikel ini mendeskripsikan keterkaitan filsafat progresivisme dengan Kurikulum Merdeka. Progresivisme menekankan pendidikan yang berpusat pada peserta didik, memperhatikan perbedaan individu, serta mengutamakan pengalaman belajar yang variatif. Kurikulum Merdeka selaras dengan progresivisme karena berfokus pada fleksibilitas, pembelajaran berbasis proyek, serta pendekatan yang disesuaikan dengan kebutuhan siswa. Melalui penelitian kepustakaan (library research), ditemukan bahwa kurikulum ini memberikan keleluasaan bagi guru dalam mengembangkan materi yang relevan dan bermakna guna membekali siswa menghadapi perubahan global. Penguatan karakter dalam Kurikulum Merdeka juga sejalan dengan tujuan pendidikan nasional. Dengan demikian, Kurikulum Merdeka memiliki kesamaan karakteristik dengan filsafat progresivisme dalam hal esensialitas materi, pembelajaran berbasis proyek, pendekatan berdiferensiasi, dan fleksibilitas.
The Influence of Intellectual Capital on Corporate Financial Performance: Professional Empirical Evidence
Authors: Aisyiah Hassany Nur , Faizall Al Saud Mohd
Published: February 2025

Purpose – This study aims to investigate the influence of intellectual capital IC on corporate financial performance (CFP) of the financial services industry in Brunei. It explores what role human capital HC, structural capital SC, and relational capital RC play in delivering financial performanceDesign/methodology/approach – This research used Canonical Correlation Analysis CCA to help to analyze the relationships between components of IC HC, SC, RC and financial performance measures (ROA, ROE, EPS). The data of sample are sourced from financial reports and market performance record of the firms in Brunei.Findings – The outputs correlate compellingly to IC constituents with CFP, where HC confirms to be the major drive in the financial industry while RC displays a substantial involvement in the service sector. The results of canonical correlation confirmed that the first function explained a large amount of variance of financial performance in both sectors. Furthermore, the study emphasizes cross-sectional diversity across different sectors in terms of IC impact on financial outcomes.Originality/value – Contrasting previous research, this is an empirical study of Brunei's economy focusing on the sector-specific dimension of IC on financial performance. Furthermore, it promotes the application of CCA in IC related studies, providing a better perspective in the multivariate setting.Research Implications – The results highlight the need for firms in Brunei to improve their IC management strategies based on their respective industry. Using data from this study, policymakers and corporate leaders alike can enhance workforce development, promote relational networks and integrate structural capital investments to achieve consistent financial growth.
Adaptive Learning with AI: How Bots Personalize Foreign Language Education
Authors: Urbaite Gerda
Published: February 2025

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in language education has led to the emergence of adaptive learning systems that personalize instruction based on individual learners' needs. AI-powered chatbots and virtual tutors offer real-time feedback, interactive engagement, and accessibility, making foreign language learning more efficient. This paper explores the advantages and challenges of AI-driven adaptive learning in language acquisition. While AI enhances personalized learning paths, engagement through gamification, and 24/7 accessibility, it also presents limitations such as a lack of human interaction, authenticity issues, and challenges in assessing fluency and creativity. Additionally, ethical concerns arise regarding its integration into formal curricula and its potential over-reliance by learners. The article argues that AI should be viewed as a complementary tool rather than a replacement for human instruction. Future advancements in AI models, incorporating cultural awareness and emotional intelligence, may bridge some of these gaps, making AI-driven language learning even more effective. A balanced approach, where AI supplements rather than replaces traditional teaching, is essential to ensuring comprehensive and meaningful language acquisition.
IED, globalización y desarrollo económico: hacia la reforma de las reglas del juego nacionales e internacionales
Authors:   Universidad de Cambridge, Singh Ajit
Published: February 2025

La cuestión analítica y política clave examinada en este artículo es si las empresas multinacionales y su inversión directa en el exterior (IED) necesitan ser reguladas a escala nacional e internacional con objeto de resolver fallos de mercado y de mejorar su potencial contribución al bienestar mundial. El artículo examina dos tipos de regímenes regulatorios: en primer lugar, el actual régimen y, en segundo lugar, el propuesto por la Comunidad Europea y Japón (CEJ) en la Organización Mundial de Comercio (OMC) para instituir nuevas reglas de juego que otorguen de manera efectiva a las empresas multinacionales una libertad sin trabas para invertir donde, cuando, cuanto y en los productos que deseen. En síntesis, la conclusión central del artículo es que la CEJ, a pesar de limitarse exclusivamente a una única fuente de financiación externa, la IED, es una propuesta coja tanto desde la perspectiva de los países en desarrollo como de la de los desarrollados. Sus limitaciones son importantes en lo que respecta a los países en desarrollo, ya que esencialmente ignora por completo la perspectiva del desarrollo.
'Una evaluación mediante índices de atracción de los efectos de la ampliación de la Unión Europea sobre la IED en España
Authors:   Universidad del País Vasco, Ferreiro Aparicio Jesús , Gómez Vega Carmen ,   Universidad del País Vasco, Rodríguez González Carlos ,   Universidad del País Vasco
Published: February 2025

España ha sido un país atractivo para la recepción de flujos de inversión extranjera directa, especialmente durante los años siguientes a la incorporación en la Unión Europea. Sin embargo, la reciente ampliación de la Unión Europea ha hecho que aparezcan nuevos competidores que pueden poner en peligro su posición como uno de los principales receptores de inversiones extranjeras. Para valorar el grado de competencia que estas economías pueden ejercer sobre la capacidad de atracción de inversiones directas de España, se presenta un índice sintético que refleja con mayor precisión el atractivo de cada economía para los inversores extranjeros.
La estimación de costes externos del transporte: una aplicación para Euskadi
Authors:   Universidad del País Vasco, Hoyos Ramos David
Published: February 2025

El continuo desarrollo de la literatura internacional sobre costes externos durante las últimas décadas ha contribuido a situar la materia en una fase de considerable madurez. Este artículo tiene por objeto estimar los costes externos del transporte en Euskadi en el año 2000 a partir de los últimos avances en el estado del arte. El objetivo último, sin embargo, no es ofrecer una solución definitiva sino alentar a las instituciones públicas a incorporar la evaluación de externalidades como herramienta efectiva para la política de transportes.
Referencias bibliográficas comentadas
Authors:   Naider, S.L.
Published: February 2025

El presente trabajo es una recopilación de las principales fuentes estadísticas sobre métodos de valoración económica de activos ambientales y catástrofes como la protagonizada por el Prestige. Como todo intento de realizar un survey representativo queda limitado por los propios conocimientos de los autores y por sus preferencias subjetivas a la hora de centrar su atención e interés. El objeto de esta sección no es realizar una revisión exhaustiva de todas las aportaciones, sino más bien, destacar las fuentes de información de referencia para adentrarse en la temática sobre técnicas de valoración de activos ambientales.
Gobernar las ciudades-región: Política, Economía y Desarrollo
Authors:   Universidad de Aberdeen, Keating Michael
Published: February 2025

En los llamados «treinta años gloriosos» de gestión económica keynesiana, los estados parecían haber ejercido el control de sus territorios, integrándolos en sistemas de gestión económica nacional a través de un conjunto de políticas urbanas y regionales destinadas a asegurar un desarrollo equilibrado dentro de las economías nacionales. Desde los años ochenta, este modelo de desarrollo espacial planificado y regulado por el estado ha sido cuestionado por numerosas razones. En respuesta a estos cambios económicos, tecnológicos, políticos e intelectuales, se ha reenfocado radicalmente la política de desarrollo regional. Ahora está más descentralizada, a nivel regional o local, donde la capacidad para la integración horizontal es mayor. Mi argumento es que no existe un vínculo automático entre el cambio económico y el político (the process of «devolution») y que la nueva política territorial es extremadamente diversa.
Innovación, Competitividad y Regeneración Urbana: los espacios retóricos de la "ciudad creativa" en el nuevo Bilbao
Authors:   Universidad del País Vasco, Rodríguez Arantxa , Vicario Lorenzo ,   Universidad del País Vasco
Published: February 2025

A lo largo de las dos últimas décadas, las ciudades han sido escenario privilegiado de cambios socioeconómicos y políticos de gran alcance. Los desafíos planteados por las nuevas condiciones de la economía globalizada han tenido consecuencias importantes para la formulación y gestión de la política urbana forzando una redefinición de las prioridades, objetivos de la intervención pública en la ciudad. La búsqueda de la competitividad, de ventajas competitivas urbanas, se transforma en el principal argumento de la «nueva política urbana» y ésta en un instrumento clave de la gestión local de la economía global. Este artículo analiza, en primer lugar, el contexto urbano de la «nueva economía del conocimiento» y la aparición de la «ciudad creativa» como referencia básica del modelo urbano de éxito. En segundo lugar, se relacionan estos cambios con la aparición de una agenda política urbana orientada hacia la producción de los nuevos espacios para la economía/ciudad creativa en Bilbao donde el «urbanismo de la creatividad» se proyecta como la base estratégica de una nueva era de revitalización urbana. En tercer lugar, se analiza críticamente la instrumentación de esta nueva agenda de la «ciudad creativa» en dos espacios de regeneración urbana en la ciudad.
‘ಮೊಂತಿ ಫೆಸ್ತಾ’ಚ್ಯಾ ಇತಿಹಾಸಾ ಭೊಂವಾರಿಂ...
Authors: Pinto Joachim
Published: February 2025

ಮಂಗ್ಳುರಿ ಕೊಂಕ್ಣಿ ಕಥೊಲಿಕಾಂಚ್ಯಾ ಅಸ್ಮಿತಾಯೆಚೊ ಗುರ್ತ್ ತಶೆಂ ಆಚರಣ್ ಕರ್ಚೆಂ `ಮೊಂತಿ ಫೆಸ್ತ್’ ಖಂಯ್ಸರ್ ಸುರ್ವಾತ್ಲೆಂ ಮ್ಹಳ್ಳೆಂ ಪಾಟ್ಲ್ಯಾ ಧಾ-ಬಾರಾ ವರ್ಸಾಂಥಾವ್ನ್ ಮಾದ್ಯಮಾಂನಿ ಚರ್ಚೆಚೊ ವಿಷಯ್ ಜಾಲಾ. ಮಂಗ್ಳುರಾಂತ್ ಆತಾಂ ಆಚರಣ್ ಕರ್ಚ್ಯಾ ಮೊಂತಿ ಫೆಸ್ತಾಕ್ ಆನಿ ಗೊಯಾಂತ್ ಸುರ್ವಾತಿಲ್ಲೆಂ ಮ್ಹಣ್ಚ್ಯಾ `ಮೊಂತಿ ಫೆಸ್ತಾ'ಚ್ಯಾ ಧಾರ್ಮಿಕ್ ರಿತಿ-ರಿವಾಂಜಿ ಮಧೆಂ ತಶೆಂಚ್ ಸಮಾಜಿಕ್ ಸಂಪ್ರದಾಯಾಂ ಮಧೆಂ ಎಕಾಮೆಕಾ ತಾಳ್ ಪಡಾನಾತ್ಲ್ಲೊ ಫರಕ್ ಆಸಾ ಮ್ಹಣ್ತೆಚ್ ಮೊಂತಿ ಫೆಸ್ತಾಚೆಂ ಮೂಳ್ ಕಳಾಜೆ ತರ್ ಆನಿಕ್ಯಿಯ ಗೂಂಡ್ ಸೊಧ್ನಾಂಚಿ ಗರ್ಜ್ ಆಸಾ. ತರೀ, ಯೆದೊಳ್ ಮೆಳ್ಳೆಲ್ಯಾ ದಾಖ್ಲ್ಯಾಂ ಮಾರಿಫಾತ್ ಮೊಂತಿ ಫೆಸ್ತಾಚ್ಯಾ ಮುಳಾವಿಶಿಂ ಎಕಾ ನಿರ್ಧಾರಾಕ್ ಯೆಂವ್ಚೆಂ ಪ್ರೇತನ್ ಹ್ಯಾ ಲೇಕನಾಂತ್ ಕೆಲಾಂ.
Unveiling the Secrets of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera Dunal): A Comparative Analysis of Modern Pharmacology and Traditional Ayurvedic Wisdom
Authors: Khatri Vinita , Jani Dilip , Singh Suman
Published: February 2025

Since ancient period Ayurvedic herbs are being used for the benefit of mankind. Their application is well understood through their Ayurvedic properties and ideology. Plants were used as drug as a whole through modifying its dosage forms. Nowadays, selected specific chemical constituents are being extracted and used for many purposes. Current flow of industries towards phytochemicals, pharmacological screening, invitro, in-vivo etc. experiments to explore Ayurvedic herbs extracts is being adopted mostly by botanist, researchers, pharma companies etc. Screening of pharmacological activities has also mushroomed. Ashwagandha- Withania somnifera is widely used plant, thus much explored plant for its numerous pharmacological activities through various models. Therefore, this study was carried to check the relevance of these pharmacological studies with Ayurvedic ideology and to justify drug more precisely on clinical application basis.
Efficacy of internal administration of Tilakanda Kshara in the management of benign prostatic hyperplasia- A pre-post study
Authors: Litty KT Angel , Deepa M S , Aneesh S
Published: February 2025

Background: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is a prevalent, non-cancerous tumour affecting aging men, significantly contributing to lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) worldwide. This condition substantially impacts quality of life. Prevalence of histologic BPH with age is approximately 20% (41-50 years), 50% (51-60 years), and over 90% (above 80 years). Treatment modalities span from conservative management (watchful waiting) to Medical therapy and Surgical intervention. According to Ayurvedic texts, Mutra rogas' severity manifests as vibhanda (obstruction), predominantly observed in Mutraghata. While no single disease mirrors Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) exactly, Mutragranthi, described under Mutraghata, shares striking similarities. Objectives: To evaluate the efficacy of internal administration of tilakanda kshara in the management of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia. Materials and methods: This is a single group pre- post interventional study conducted on 20 participants from OPD and IPD department of salya tantra, Govt Ayurveda College, Thiruvananthapuram. Participants diagnosed with BPH was subjected to internal administration of kshara for a period of 30 days. Conclusion: A majority of the participants experienced significant relief from symptoms of BPH, even though there was no statistically significant reduction in prostate size. Furthermore, the post-void residual urine volume showed a significant reduction in most participants, both clinically and statistically. Therefore, it can be concluded that the internal administration of Tila Kanda Kshara with Dadhi Mastu is both clinically and statistically effective and can be considered a viable approach for the management of BPH.
A pre-post study to evaluate the antimicrobial efficacy of Tutthakadi Malahara in Dushtavrana (Non-healing Ulcer)
Authors: Prakash Laya , Aneesh S , Sreelekha M P
Published: February 2025

Chronic ulcers or non healing ulcers are defined as ulcers that are unresponsive to initial therapy or that persist despite appropriate care and do not proceed towards healing in a defined time period with an underlying etiology.Major cause for delayed healing of an ulcer is infection by micro-organisms. The flora of non healing ulcers is usually polymicrobial. Bacteria in an infected wound produce inflammatory mediators that delays phases of healing. Due to increasing antibiotic resistance there is wide scope for exploring Ayurvedic formulations which are cost effective with vrana shodhana and ropana property. Aim - To evaluate the antimicrobial effect of Tutthakadi malahara in non healing ulcer by assessing the microbial load, discharge type and amount and severity of pain.Materials and methods: the study was a pre and post clinical trial with 26 participants in a single group selected on the basis of inclusion and exclusion criteria. Topical application of Tutthakadi malahara once daily for a period of 28 days followed by assessment of microbial load in pus culture,discharge and pain weekly once were done. Assessment was done on 0th , 7th,14th ,21st  and 28th day for subjective parameters (Pain in non-healing ulcer assessed on 0th,7th,14th,21st and 28th day) and objective parameters (Microbial load in pus culture and Discharge type and amount, assessed on 0th,7th,14th,21st and 28th day). Results: Both subjective and objective parameters were statistically significant with P <0.0001.Conclusion: On analysing the results it can be concluded that Tutthakadi malahara can be used effectively in dushtavrana to reduce microbial load, discharge and pain
Fourth Wave Feminism through Lens of Technology and Web Series: A Deeper Perspective in Indian Context
Authors:   University of Lucknow, Trivedi Shivangi , Bhartiya Dr.Anoop Kumar ,   University of Lucknow
Published: February 2025

Feminism has been a debated topic since time immemorial. Various renowned authors have made deliberate attempts to make people understand the concept of feminism through their postulates & thesis. Since the repullulation of civilisation, four waves of feminism have been come into light, granting Right to vote, emphasizing on sexuality, family, reproductive rights, political activism to expand civil rights, empowerment of women through Internet Tools and Intersectionality etc. This paper attempts to unfold the idea of fourth wave feminism through the lens of Web Series and technology in Indian context, which comes into incept with anti rape movement emobodying generalised misogyny, sexual harassment & violence in 2021 based on secondary data sources and opinions of media persons, law practitioners ,civil society organisations and academicians in the form of questionnaire based on primary data source. It also makes a deliberate attempt to unravel what kind of change web series and technology imbibe on the minds of people in context of fourth wave feminism.
Impact of Life skills training on psychological well-being of Adolescents
Authors:   University of Lucknow, Dwivedi Prof.Rakesh , Rai Shishir Chandra ,   University of Lucknow
Published: February 2025

Adolescence is the transitional phase in an individual’s life which is marked by biological and psychosocial changes. Numerous factors like family dynamics, school environment and peer pressure create a significant impact on well-being of the adolescents. The purpose of the study is to know the impact of the life skills training on the psychological well-being of the adolescents and its need to develop necessary life skills among the adolescents across diverse settings. The studies revealed that life skills training contributed significantly in reducing anxiety, stress and psychological distress among adolescents by providing critical skills like problem solving, stress management and selfawareness. This study emphasizes on the amalgamation of life skills training within the academic curriculum to develop emotional and social well-being among adolescents and encourages institutions to adopt such approaches in collaboration with the governmental initiatives to navigate developmental complexities of adolescents. Available literature between the time frame 2014 to 2024 is reviewed for the collection of relevant data.
The Survey of Traditional Medicinal Plants Used for Various Treatments in the Peoples of Thandrampattu Taluk, Thiruvannamalai District, Tamilnadu, India
Authors:   Sishya Arts and Science College, Rooban Dr.R , Santhosh Kumar Dr.M ,   Sishya Arts and Science College, Arivalagan Dr.M ,   Sishya Arts and Science College
Published: February 2025

The present study to investigate the survey of ethno medicinal plants availability in the area of Thandrampattu taluk, Thiruvannamalai District, Tamilnadu. The information was collected through conducting interviews, questionnaire, discussion and field observation with local herbal healers and experienced elder people of study area. In the present investigation to identified about 72 medicinal plants belonging to the 47 families. The medicinal plants are traditionally used for various treatments like, jaundice, hepatic disease, diabetics, headache and fever etc., respectively. Thus, the present survey helped as to understand the traditional medicinal plants knowledge of Thandrampattu taluk, people. These peoples are still dependent on indigenous knowledge for health care that are being influenced by culture and socioeconomic aspects. Nowadays conservation of traditional knowledge is greatly menaced by many factors related to modernization of the region and lack of interest by traditional healers in transferring traditional health knowledge and technology to next generation. Moreover, it may enhance a practical use of medicinal plants and focus must be concentrate on its pharmacological importance.
Feminist Perspectives on Mental Health and Marriage in Charlotte Perkins Gilman’s The Yellow Wallpaper
Authors: Ilie Loredana
Published: February 2025

An important writer who highlighted the topic of women and rooms is Charlotte Perkins Gilman, a journalist and a feminist intellectual in her time. Mainly, she had an interest in political and social justice, but the inferior status that women had inside the marital relationship was the central objective of her writing. In various works, Gilman claimed that women’s requirement to remain in the context of marriage deprived them of the opportunity to explore their full creative and intellectual potential, while also depriving society of women with skills suitable for public and professional life. She argued that the traditional family hierarchy was something that did not make any family member content - neither the husband, who was transformed into a master, nor the wife, who had become an unpaid domestic worker, and certainly not the children, who were subordinated to both of their parents. She also had a strong opinion on women’s economic freedom, firmly believing that it could be beneficial to society itself. By promoting those ideas, Gilman was a predecessor of Virginia Woolf’s concepts and thoughts in A Room of One’s Own.
Euphemisms: Tell Me What You Do and I’ll Tell You What You Are!
Authors: Perez Cenel Augusto
Published: February 2025

Occupational euphemisms, characterized by the transformation of traditional job titles into more dignified or elaborate terms, reveal much about societal attitudes toward labor, prestige, and self-perception. This article explores the evolution and proliferation of occupational euphemisms in the United States and England, focusing on their origins, usage, and cultural implications. From the emergence of terms like realtor and mortician in the United States to the transformation of garbagemen into sanitary officers and cobblers into practipedists, occupational euphemisms serve as a means of rebranding professions to elevate status or align with societal expectations. The analysis extends to linguistic creativity in coining terms such as beautician, linguistician, and even hot-dog-engineer. This article highlights the cultural differences in the adoption of euphemisms and their role in shaping perceptions of occupations, shedding light on broader themes of identity, aspiration, and linguistic ingenuity.
Navigating the Connection of Euphemisms and Taboo Words: Language, Culture, and Societal Reflections
Authors: Perez Cenel Augusto
Published: February 2025

This article examines the intricate relationship between euphemisms and taboowords, exploring how cultural, historical, and societal factors shape their use and evolution. Euphemisms soften expressions for socially or morally sensitive topics, while taboo words often carry cultural and emotional weight, reflecting fears, social norms, and historical attitudes. Through examples from language history, including Victorian prudishness and American linguistic shifts, the article delves into how euphemisms adapt to societal needs, occasionally becoming taboo themselves. Additionally, the piece discusses swearing, terms of abuse, and their cultural implications, highlighting the dynamic nature of language and the role of euphemisms in societal discourse.
Educación digital inclusiva y alumnado de familia inmigrada en Europa
Authors: Essomba Miquel
Published: February 2025

Este articulo incluye los principales resultados de una investigación llevada a cabo por la red
SIRIUS de análisis de políticas educativas e inmigración, sobre la brecha digital que afecta al
alumnado de familia inmigrada. A partir de cinco categorías clave (acceso a dispositivos digitales e Internet, competencias digitales, apoyo parental, seguridad online y pedagogías digitales
inclusivas), se analiza el estado de la cuestión en dieciocho países europeos desde una perspectiva comparada, y se pone un especial acento a los impactos de la pandemia en el proceso de
digitalización y cierre de dicha brecha. Se concluye que el incremento de la competencia digital
entre el alumnado de familia inmigrada y sus familias resulta un arma de doble filo, con ventajas
evidentes, pero también con riesgos tangibles que conviene neutralizar. Finalmente, se constata
la escasa investigación sobre el tema, y se exhorta a llenar este vacío con más proyectos.