bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Hematological profile, rumen fermentation, antioxidant state, and immune response of Egyptian Nubian goats fed on Astragalus membranaceus root extract supplemented ration
Authors: Oraby Mohamed I. , Youssef Fady Sayed , El-Sherif Mohamed A. , Ali Mohamed E. , Jaheen Alaa H.
Published: July 2024

Background

In recent years, Astragalus membranaceus extract has been widely used in animals due to their antimicrobial activities, ability to enhance immunity, and antioxidant functions.

Objective

We aimed to determine the antioxidant and inhibitory activities of A. membranaceus root powder (AMP) and its cytotoxicity and effects on hematological profile, rumen fermentation, antioxidant status, and immune response in Egyptian Nubian goats.

Materials and methods

Twenty-five goats are used in this study were received 20 g/animal/day of AMP mixed with their basic diet for 28 days. The study involved measuring the antioxidant activity of AMP using the 2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl radical scavenging assay and determining the viability and cytotoxicity percentage using the methyl-thiazolyl tetrazolium protocol.

Results

After 14 and 28 days of the daily feeding with 20 g of AMP, there was a significant increase in hematological profile, leukocyte count, total volatile fatty acid, and rumen ammonium concentrations with an enhancement in protozoal activity. Also, there was an increase in catalase and total antioxidant capacities along with promoting immunoglobulin (A, M, and G) contents with no significant effect on the insulin level compared with 0 days. Malondialdehyde contents decreased significantly. For all examined concentrations, A. membranaceus showed antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. It also showed a high cytotoxicity percentage in cancer cells.

Discussion and conclusions

A. membranaceus root extract supplementation significantly increases hematology parameters and rumen fermentation, and improves immune status and antioxidant activity both in-vitro and in live animals. It also exhibits potent cytotoxicity on cancer cells.
Antibiotics, pesticides, and heavy metals contaminants of honey as affected by antibiotics usage and agricultural practices in different Egyptian environments
Authors: Saad Shereen , Fatthalla Mohamed , Abd-Ellah Hend , Hagag El sayed , Taha Sherif M. , Mahrous Ali , Shahba Mohamed A.
Published: July 2024

Background and aim

Environmental pollutants and global climate changes have a negative health effect on honeybees, and increase honey contamination.The aim of this study was to test the effect of antibiotic usage and agricultural practices on the presence of a total of 461 pesticides, 30 antibiotics, and five elements traces in honey samples collected from Egyptian apiaries of different environmental conditions representing intensive, and limited agriculture production regions.

Materials and methods

Pesticides and antibiotic residues in honey were detected at trace levels using tandem mass spectrometry techniques Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry/Mass Spectrometry and Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry/Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS/MS and LC-MS/MS).

Antibiotics were detected using only Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry/Mass Spectrometry LC-MS/MS. The quadrupole inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry technique (QICP-MS) was applied for the trace element analysis.

Results and conclusion

Amitraz and acetamiprid were more frequent. The highest concentration of amitraz (0.022 mg/kg) was found in samples obtained from apiaries in the north delta. Iron and zinc were the highest frequently detected elements in all the collected honey samples. Also, Cu was less frequently detected elements in honey samples with percent values of 7%. Cd and Pb were found in honey samples from apiaries in the south delta of Egypt at 20%, and 27%, respectively. Most of the collected samples were contaminated with antibiotics. A direct relation between agriculture production and uncontrolled antibiotics applications on a beehive was concluded due to the increased diseases of bees in the regions of intensive agriculture production. Only two pesticides were detected along with low concentrations of toxic elements in too low levels to exceed their ‘European Union Maximum Residue Limit’ EU MRL.
A Pilot Seroprevalence Study Suggests Silent Zika virus Transmission in Bhopal Region of Central India
Authors: Nema Shashwati , Kale Dipesh , Jain Romesh , Halder Ajay , Shrivastava Manisha , Vaishnav Deepak , Yadav Ashvini Kumar , Namdeo Divya , Biswas Debasis
Published: July 2024

Background:

Several sporadic cases and outbreaks of Zika virus disease have been reported from different states of India.

Objectives:

This paper explored the possibility of any ongoing transmission of Zika virus (ZIKV) in the Bhopal region of Central India, where the last outbreak of this disease was reported in 2018.

Materials and Methods:

We screened a group of 75 febrile patients who had already tested negative for the locally endemic causes of fever like dengue, chikungunya, enteric fever, malaria, and scrub typhus and two groups of asymptomatic healthy individuals represented by blood donors (n = 75) and antenatal mothers (n = 75). We tested blood samples of febrile patients for ZIKV RNA using real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR), and for the healthy individuals, we determined anti-zika immunoglobulin G (IgG) antibodies using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay.

Results:

ZIKV RNA was not detected in any of the 75 samples tested by real-time PCR assay. Among the voluntary blood donors and antenatal mothers, a total of 10 (15.38%) and 5 (6.66%) individuals were found to be seropositive for anti-ZIKV IgG antibodies, respectively. The seropositive group was found to have higher age 33.06 (±10.83) years as compared to seronegative individuals 26.60 (±5.12) years (P = 0.037).

Conclusion:

This study, which is the first survey of seroprevalence of anti-Zika antibodies from India, reports an overall seropositivity rate of 10% for anti-Zika antibodies among the healthy population, suggesting an ongoing, low level, silent transmission of ZIKV in the local community.
Roles, Responsibilities, and Functions of Village Health, Sanitation, and Nutrition Committees in India: A Qualitative Evidence Synthesis
Authors: Rajaa Sathish , Ramalingam Senthilkumar , Chokashi Maulik , Mokashi Tushar
Published: July 2024

National Health Mission instituted the Village Health, Sanitation, and Nutrition Committees (VHSNCs) in 2005, with an aim of ensuring health and well-being for local communities in India. There is a lack of concrete evidence on the functioning of VHSNCs at a national level. Thus, this study was undertaken to outline the roles, responsibilities, and functions of VHSNCs in India. We conducted a comprehensive data search in Medline, Cochrane Library, ScienceDirect, EMBASE, and Google Scholar between 2005 and August 2021. All peer-reviewed qualitative studies that reported the roles, responsibilities, functions, and good practices of VHSNCs from India were included in our review. Critical Appraisal Skills Programme checklist was used to assess the quality of individual studies. In total, we included 15 studies (including 1100+ VHSNCs) from various states of India. Our review highlighted that the majority of the VHSNCs functioned without a clear-cut definition of roles and responsibilities had irregular meetings and workforce shortage. There was a lack of inclusivity, accountability, and delay in the processing of untied funds. The included studies have showed that VHSNCs were involved health promotional activities such as formulation and implementation of village health plans, delivery of services through public distribution systems, ensuring safe drinking water and sanitary supervision, and identification and referral of malnourished children. Our review highlights the crucial role that VHSNCs play in improving the health outcomes of rural populations and underscores the need for continued support and capacity-building efforts to ensure their effectiveness.
Public Health System’s Preparedness to Address Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Rapid Assessment Survey of Health-care Providers in India
Authors: Joshi Beena Nitin , Shaikh Sharmeen Akhtar , Shukla Amlin , Ganie Mohd. Ashraf , Wani Imtiyaz Ahmad , Suri Vanita , Malhotra Neena , Agarwal Sarita , Chowdhury Subhankar , Bhattacharya Prasanta Kumar , Sahay Rakesh Kumar , Rozati Roya , Jabbar Puthiyaveettil Khadar , Nair Abilash , Kulkarni Bharti , Rashid Aafia , Khajuria Sunny , Rajput Monica , Meshram Gaivee Vinam , Chowdhury Shouvik , Bamon Rahul Harish , Pasha Muhammed Shahid , Begum Farhana , Aravind Manoj Rema , Arora Taruna
Published: July 2024

Background:

Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common endocrine disorders largely affecting women of reproductive age group.

Objectives:

This study aimed to understand the Indian public health-care systems’ preparedness in addressing PCOS.

Materials and Methods:

A multicentric rapid assessment cross-sectional study was undertaken among 173 health-care providers serving across various public health-care facilities in India. This study was a component of a larger task force study that aimed to estimate the community-based prevalence of PCOS in India. Information on PCOS cases reported that knowledge about PCOS diagnosis, management practices, availability of diagnostic facilities, and drugs was explored.

Results:

Irregular menstrual cycle was the most commonly reported PCOS symptom. Most of the health-care providers (HCPs) lacked correct knowledge about diagnostic criteria and investigation needed for the diagnosis of PCOS. Diagnostic facilities and drugs were inadequate. However, some facilities had access to investigations through public–private partnerships. Awareness programs on PCOS in the community were negligible, and PCOS cases were not documented. Training HCPs on PCOS along with the availability of specialists and strengthening diagnostic facilities were some major demands from the HCPs.

Conclusion:

Results suggest the need for training HCPs, strengthening infrastructure with good referral linkages, and adequate supply of drugs to help improve PCOS management at public health-care facilities in India. There is a need to develop national technical and operational guidelines to address PCOS using a multidisciplinary approach across all levels of care. Creating demand for services and advocating healthy lifestyles through community awareness can help early diagnosis and prevention of complications.
Effect of Diet Counseling on Nutritional Status of Chronic Respiratory Diseases Patients Enrolled in the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program in a Teaching Hospital: A Pre-Post Intervention Study
Authors: Desai Tripuri , Bargaje Medha , Doke Prakash , Rasal Trupti , Rayamane Kranti , Sule Nachiket
Published: July 2024

We conducted the study to assess the effect of patient-tailored diet counseling on the nutritional status of chronic respiratory disease (CRD) patients under the pulmonary rehabilitation program from June 2021–May 2022. These patients completed 2 months of patient-tailored diet counseling sessions under the pulmonary rehabilitation program, which consisted of 4–5 interactive diet counseling sessions fortnightly. The pre- and postassessment was done using standardized outcomes: Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool (MUST), body mass index (BMI), and ideal body weight. The study enrolled 110 CRD patients. There was a statistically significant improvement in pre- and postassessment in MUST score, appetite, and unintentional weight loss (P < 0.001). Most of the patient’s BMI normalized. In prenutritional assessment, most of the patients were malnourished and in postassessment, the number of malnourished and anemic patients was reduced. This study concludes that nutritional counseling effectively improves nutritional status and anemia.
Genetic Variations Affect Chemotherapy Outcomes: A Role of the Spindle-assembly Checkpoint
Authors: Sarkar Sinjini , Pal Ranita , Choudhury Trisha , Vernekar Manisha , Nath Partha , Nasare Vilas D.
Published: July 2024

Cancer patients suffer from complicated chemotoxicity. Pharmacogenomics can help stratify patients by predicting their response to treatment and susceptibility toward severe side effects. The spindle-assembly checkpoint (SAC) is an important pathway that is activated by platinum and taxane compounds and plays a crucial role in their cytotoxic activity. This study investigated a SAC component, Budding Uninhibited by Benzimidazoles 3 (BUB3), its expression, and genetic variants in advanced ovarian cancer patients treated with paclitaxel–carboplatin chemotherapy. Among 80 patients, BUB3 expression correlated with chemosensitivity, suggesting its potential as a predictive marker for chemotherapy response. However, high BUB3 expression was associated with a higher risk of poor survival. In addition, genetic polymorphisms in BUB3 (rs11248416 and rs11248419) were significantly linked to chemotherapy-related toxicities, with rs11248416 showing a negative impact on the patient’s physical quality of life.
Timely access to secondary pediatric services in Korea: a key to reducing child and adolescent mortality
Authors: Kang Minku , Choe Young June , Min Hye Sook , Kim Saerom , Choe Seung-Ah
Published: July 2024

OBJECTIVES: Geographic disparities in access to secondary pediatric care remain a significant issue in countries with universal health coverage, including Korea. This study investigated the link between geographic access to secondary pediatric care and mortality rates in children and adolescents (0-19 years) in Korea.METHODS: We analyzed district-level data to assess the percentage of those aged 0-19 years residing outside of a 60-minute travel radius from the nearest secondary pediatric care provider (accessibility vulnerability index, AVI).RESULTS: The AVI ranged from 0% to 100% across the districts for the study period. The confidence interval (CI) was -0.30 (95% CI, -0.41 to -0.19) in 2017 and -0.41 (95% CI, -0.52 to -0.30) in 2021, indicating that the proportion of those who could not access care within 60 minutes was disproportionately higher in districts with lower socioeconomic status. We found 8% rise in mortality rates among individuals aged 0-19 years for every 10% increase in AVI (95% CI, 1.06 to 1.10).CONCLUSIONS: The study highlights disparities in pediatric care access and their impact on child survival, emphasizing the need for improved access to achieve true universal health coverage.
Acciones de marketing que contribuyen al posicionamiento de marca de las universidades privadas en Puebla
Authors: Guerra Peralta Alfonso Oswaldo , Müller Pérez Jessica
Published: July 2024

La elección de una carrera universitaria en México es una decisión importante sobre todo si al concluir los estudios de bachillerato se desea ingresar a una Institución de Educación Superior. En efecto, las universidades privadas han asumido la responsabilidad de ser competitivas al ofrecer una formación profesional que permita una inserción laboral efectiva. Es por ello que, el presente estudio se realizó en la Ciudad de Puebla México, ya que es una de las entidades con un mayor número de universidades. Se realizó una investigación de tipo cualitativa, sustentada bajo una metodología exploratoria, el análisis de contenido y posicionamiento digital incluyendo una búsqueda en diferentes bases de datos académicas tales como Scopus, Ebsco, Web of Science, entre otros. Entre los resultados se destaca que existen actividades que favorecen el posicionamiento de marca en universidades privadas de Puebla a través del marketing educativo; asimismo, se encontró que las acciones que tienen las diferentes instituciones de educación superior de carácter privado en son numerosas y buscan captar la atención de los aspirantes y, finalmente, se determinó cuáles de esas acciones representaron resultados favorables en cuestión de mejoramiento de la percepción y alcance la mejora en la inscripción del mismo en una institución.
Impact of Artificial Intelligence in Urban Tourism
Authors: Baby Jency , K.P Sindhu , M Biju John
Published: July 2024

Urban tourism involves travelling to cities that are quite near to the urban precincts. Huge quantum of people travel to nearby cities for entertainment and relaxation. The tourist authorities serve its customers with adequate resources and accessories on an updated mode. Even the advancement of artificial intelligence too reflected in the urban tourist segment in a highly profound manner as the influence of e-technology has highly benefited almost all countries throughout the world. The present study sprouts light into the significance of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the urban tourist segment and it is analyzed that Artificial Intelligence plays a significant role in the tourism industry and is updated with its latest tools for a highly attractive and profitable tourist climate.
Data Privacy and Security Concerns in AI-Integrated Educational Platforms
Authors: Jose Deepthy
Published: July 2024

As educational institutions increasingly embrace AI technologies to enhance learning experiences, a paramount concern arises regarding the privacy and security of sensitive student data. This research paper delves into the challenges and implications associated with the integration of AI in educational platforms, focusing specifically on data privacy and security issues. The study aims to identify potential risks, assess current safeguards, and propose strategies to mitigate threats, ensuring a responsible and secure implementation of AI in education. By examining the intersection of technological advancement and privacy concerns, this research contributes to the ongoing dialogue on ethical considerations in the realm of AI-driven education transformation. Furthermore, this research endeavors to propose robust frameworks and strategies to safeguard the integrity and confidentiality of data in AI driven educational environments. By addressing these concerns head-on, we strive to contribute valuable insights to the ongoing discourse on balancing the transformative benefits of AI in education with the imperative to protect the privacy and security of all stakeholders involved.
The impact of song-based english lessons in the motivation of efl students
Authors: Vallejo John , Pérez Ortega María Isabel
Published: July 2024

Despite decades of research on the motivational impact of songs in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classrooms, many educators remain unaware of their potential. This study investigates how EFL learners perceive their learning journey when incorporating song-based lessons. Songs are valuable tools for achieving personal and group language learning goals. They offer a multifaceted approach, encompassing cultural immersion, vocabulary acquisition, enhanced listening comprehension, facilitated grammar application, and the sharpening of various language skills – all presented within a rhythmic structure. Recognizing the impact of music on mood and motivation is crucial. Research in this area is essential to understand how specific songs influence motivation levels. By investigating these effects, educators can choose music that optimizes learning environments and supports students in reaching their academic objectives. Songs are powerful tools in EFL classrooms, providing an engaging approach to language learning on multiple levels. Understanding their impact on mood and motivation allows educators to leverage these benefits and enhance the overall learning experience for students.
Produção discursiva, norma e regulação na prostituição masculina
Authors: Hamann Cristiano
Published: July 2024

A prostituição exercida por homens é marcada por uma história de conflitos e tensões. Não por acaso, trata-se de um objeto de intenso escrutínio do ponto de vista religioso, estatal e científico. Articulando de forma singular questões de sexualidade, gênero e monetarização, foi classicamente um foco de investimento disciplinar, de controle e vigilância, demonstrando em seu percurso ser alvo de pânicos morais voltados a sua existência. Tendo em vista esse campo problemático, o presente estudo mapeia e discute discursos moralizantes atribuídos aos fazeres dos homens na prostituição. Por meio de um percurso empírico e de exemplos da história da prostituição entre homens, demonstra-se como ela foi foco de uma intensa classificação moral que, para além de tentar modular a existência dos sujeitos na prostituição, denotam espaços de disputa e exercício de poder.
Apontamentos para uma história da criminalização da homossexualidade em Portugal e no Brasil contemporâneo
Authors: Afonso Raquel
Published: July 2024

Em anos recentes tem-se assistido a várias tentativas d recuperação da memória histórica LGBTI um pouco por todo o mundo. Nem sempre foi assim e, durante vários séculos, a homossexualidade esteve invisibilizada, controlada e punida pela religião, pela política e pela própria ciência. Dadas as relações históricas entre Portugal e o Brasil, este artigo pretende traçar a história da criminalização da homossexualidade nos dois países. Refere-se sucintamente a legislação do período moderno (séc. XVI até finais do séc. XVIII), quando o Brasil ainda era uma colónia portuguesa e o que se criminalizava eram os atos pecaminosos e, depois, analisa-se a legislação utilizada contra a figura do “homossexual” nos séculos XIX e XX.
DICCIONARIO DE COMPETENCIAS TÉCNICAS. ÁMBITO: CONTRATACIÓN
Authors:   INSTITUTO ANDALUZ DE ADMINISTRACIÓN PÚBLICA
Published: July 2024

Se trata de identificar y sistematizar todas aquellas competencias que suponen especialización sectorial (las competencias técnicas) que contienen un conjunto de conocimientos y habilidades que caracterizan la capacitación requerida y adquirida para desarrollar de forma excelente unas funciones en un área determinada.
MANUAL DE ELABORACIÓN DE PLANES ESTRATÉGICOS DE POLÍTICAS PÚBLICAS EN LA JUNTA DE ANDALUCÍA
Authors: FERIA MORENO ANTONIO , MARTÍNEZ GUIRADO FINA , SERRANO PADIAL EDUARDO , MARTÍNEZ CONCEPCIÓN EUGENIO , GARCÍA SALVADOR MARÍA DEL MAR
Published: July 2024

El manual está orientado a un sentido práctico, tratando de mostrar un modelo de referencia sobre la base de un sencillo itinerario o recorrido, para que las distintas unidades administrativas que trabajan en el ámbito de la Administración de la Junta de Andalucía puedan de una manera muy práctica introducirse en procesos de planificación estratégica, con objeto de llevar a cabo dicha planificación en su ámbito de actuación.
LEGISLACIÓN DE ANDALUCÍA SOBRE FARMACIA
Authors: FERNÁNDEZ RAMOS SEVERIANO , PÉREZ MONGUIÓ JOSÉ MARÍA
Published: July 2024

La Ley 22/2007, de 18 de diciembre, de Farmacia de Andalucía, constituye el marco normativo de referencia en materia de Farmacia en el ámbito de Andalucía. En ella se regula la ordenación de los servicios y establecimientos farmacéuticos, así como los derechos y obligaciones que se derivan de la atención farmacéutica que se presta a la población, fomentando su uso racional y propiciando la mejora de los niveles de salud para la colectividad.
LEGISLACIÓN DE ANDALUCÍA SOBRE SALUD PÚBLICA
Authors: FERNÁNDEZ RAMOS SEVERIANO , PÉREZ MONGUIÓ JOSÉ MARÍA
Published: July 2024

Este volumen contiene una selección de las normas del Derecho Propio de la Comunidad Autónoma que protegen el bien jurídico constitucional de la salud pública. El artículo 43.2 de la Constitución establece que compete a los poderes públicos organizar y tutelar la salud pública a través de medidas preventivas y de las prestaciones y servicios necesarios.
LA LEY DE ORDENACIÓN URBANÍSTICA DE ANDALUCÍA, LEY 7/2002, DE 17 DE DICIEMBRE
Authors: AMADOR BLANCO ANTONIO JESÚS ,   JUNTA DIRECTIVA DE LA ASOCIACIÓN PROFESIONAL DE INSPECTORES E INSPECTORAS DE ORDENACIÓN DEL TERRITORIO, URBANISMO Y VIVIENDA DE LA JUNTA DE ANDALUCÍA, CHAMIZO CALVO LUISA TERESA , MACÍAS SAÑUDO MARÍA GEMA , LÓPEZ POYATOS ALEXIS , VAN-BAUMBERGHEN HERNÁNDEZ RAFAEL , GARCÍA ARENAS NICANOR
Published: July 2024

En este código III, dentro del Tomo II de la obra Derecho sobre la Ordenación Territorial y Urbanística de Andalucía, se encuentran relacionados y concordados todos los artículos de la ley, así como de sus Disposiciones Adicionales, Transitorias, Derogatoria y Final. Constituye la compilación de este Código III la parte más importante del Tomo II, en la cual se han concordado y relacionado con el mayor rigor posible, casa uno de los artículos que conforman la Ley Urbanística de Andalucía.
LEGISLACIÓN DEL ESTADO EN MATERIA DE SUELO Y NORMATIVA ESTATAL RELACIONADAA
Authors: AMADOR BLANCO ANTONIO JESÚS ,   ASOCIACIÓN PROFESIONAL DE INSPECTORES E INSPECTORAS DE ORDENACIÓN DEL TERRITORIO, URBANISMO Y VIVIENDA DE LA JUNTA DE ANDALUCÍA, CHAMIZO CALVO LUISA TERESA , MACÍAS SAÑUDO MARÍA GEMA , LÓPEZ POYATOS ALEXIS , GARCÍA ARENAS NICANOR
Published: July 2024

En este código I del tomo II de la obra Derecho sobre la Ordenación Territorial y Urbanística en Andalucía se recoge toda la normativa estatal con incidencia en las materias de Ordenación del Territorio, Urbanismo y Vivienda que conforman el contenido completo de la obra. Es decir, se incluyen normas tanto de rango legal como reglamentario dictadas por el Estado en el ejercicio de sus competencias horizontales en la materia, así como de establecimiento de unas condiciones básicas para garantizar la igualdad de todos los españoles, con independencia de la Comunidad en la que hayan fijado su residencia. A esta normativa estatal propiamente urbanística se ha sumado un extracto normativo del articulado de diversas leyes procedimentales, del sector público, de bases del Régimen Local e incluso penales que, de una u otra forma, conforman un cuerpo normativo estatal básico de inexcusable observancia por la legislación de cada una de las comunidades autónomas.
GUÍA PARA EL EJERCICIO DEL DERECHO DE ACCESO A LA INFORMACIÓN PÚBLICA EN ANDALUCÍA: versión para la ciudadanía
Authors: FERNÁNDEZ RAMOS SEVERIANO , PÉREZ MONGUIÓ JOSÉ MARÍA
Published: July 2024

Esta guía recoge una síntesis del marco legal del derecho reconocido a la ciudadanía en la Ley 19/2013, de transparencia, acceso a la información pública y buen gobierno, y en la Ley 1/2014, de 24 de junio, de Transparencia Pública de Andalucía.
LEGISLACION SOBRE DERECHOS Y GARANTÍAS ASISTENCIALES DEL SISTEMA SANITARIO PÚBLICO DE ANDALUCÍA.
Authors: FERNÁNDEZ RAMOS SEVERIANO , PÉREZ MONGUIÓ JOSÉ MARÍA
Published: July 2024

En este volumen, incluido en la obra completa de "Salud en Andalucía: El Sistema Sanitario Público de Andalucía", se ha tratado de dar cuenta de las normas más significativas en la materia, complementadas por el volumen "Legislación de Andalucía sobre declaración de voluntad anticipada y garantías de la dignidad de la persona en el proceso de la muerte", disponible dentro de la nombrada obra completa.
LEGISLACIÓN DE ANDALUCÍA SOBRE DROGODEPENDENCIAS
Authors: FERNÁNDEZ RAMOS SEVERIANO , PÉREZ MONGUIÓ JOSÉ MARÍA
Published: July 2024

La aprobación de la Ley 4/1997, de 9 de julio, de Prevención y Asistencia en Drogodependencias de Andalucía, supuso un significativo avance en la regulación de la normativa en cuanto a la prevención, asistencia y reinserción en materia de drogas en Andalucía.
LEY DE TRANSPARENCIA PÚBLICA DE ANDALUCÍA (2ª EDICIÓN)
Authors: FERNÁNDEZ RAMOS SEVERIANO , PÉREZ MONGUIÓ JOSÉ MARÍA
Published: July 2024

Con esta edición el Instituto Andaluz de Administración Pública, dentro de su marco competencial ofrece a los operadores jurídicos un texto concordado de la Ley 1/2014, de 14 de junio, de Transparencia Pública de Andalucía, junto con la Ley 19/2013, de Transparencia, Acceso a la Información Pública y Buen Gobierno, que desarrolla y complementa. En efecto, esta Ley de Transparencia Pública de Andalucía, esta repleta de disposiciones que amplían y mejoran las obligaciones contenidas en la Ley 19/2013 tanto en materia de publicidad activa como del derecho de acceso a la información pública; es de resaltar la voluntad por garantizar la efectividad de la ley, recogida en las medidas previstas en materia de fomento de la transparencia, con el objetivo de proyectar este principio de transparencia en todas las estructuras organizativas de la Administración de la Junta de Andalucía.
MANUAL PRÁCTICO DE TÉCNICA NORMATIVA
Authors: NAVARRO ATIENZA MANUEL ANDRÉS
Published: July 2024

Destaca la importancia de la técnica normativa y, por extensión, de la calidad de las normas. Si bien se trata de una materia escasamente tratada en los planes de estudio, podemos constatar su progresiva importancia y relevancia.
INVESTIGATION OF TRAFFIC SAFETY INDICATORS RELATED TO VEHICLE SPEED IN HIGHWAY TUNNELS
Authors:   Akademija tehničko vaspitačkih studija, Niš, Bogićević Dejan , Smiljković Dušan ,   JP „Putevi Srbije", Beograd, Perić Milan ,   JP „Putevi Srbije", Beograd
Published: July 2024

Due to its specificity, tunnels need to provide additional requirements for safe traffic, such as appropriate lighting, emergency exits, access for emergency services vehicles, drainage of flammable liquids, ventilation, fire fighting equipment, intelligent transport systems, control centers, special restrictions speed and the like. The value of speed limits in tunnels is based on a number of factors that make these traffic objects a particularly risky environment, and some of the key factors are reduced visibility inside the tunnel, tunnels often represent traffic "bottlenecks", limited maneuverability and the like. In accordance with that, research was conducted on traffic safety performance indicators related to the speed of vehicle movement in tunnels, all with the aim of determining the current situation regarding the mentioned indicator. The analysis of the results of the conducted research will enable the identification of key problems and timely measures to improve traffic safety in tunnels. The paper will present the results of the vehicle speed research conducted from January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2022, at four measurement locations, one of which is the location ("Manajle" tunnel) on the state road of the first "A" row number 1, and three locations ("Bancarevo", "Sarlah" and "Progon" tunnels) are on the maintained road of the first "A" row number 4.
THE MOBILE PHONE AS THE MOST INFLUENTIAL SOURCE OF DRIVER DISTRACTION WHILE DRIVING-LITERARY REVIEW
Authors:   University of Belgrade, Faculty of Transport and Traffic Engineering, Rilak David
Published: July 2024

Distraction is the phenomenon of diverting the driver's attention from driving to another event, object, person, device, etc. The most influential source of distraction, which interferes with visual and cognitive focus on driving, is the use of a mobile phone. Cell phone use while driving is a growing problem in traffic safety. By talking on the phone, the risk of participating in an accident increases 3 to 4 times, by typing messages the risk is even higher. The response time to a sudden event is also increased. Talking on the phone, typing messages, or using the phone in some other way reduces the likelihood of seeing a pedestrian or some other oncoming obstacle in the driver's peripheral vision. Numerous studies have proven that the risk of an accident when using the phone also depends on the way the phone is used, that is, whether it is a hands-free device, holding the phone in the hand, typing messages, browsing internet content, etc. In this paper, the results of worldwide research on the influence of mobile phones will be presented, regarding reaction time, tracking distance, etc. when using a mobile phone while driving.
ANALYSIS OF ROAD TRAFFIC SAFETY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF BRDOVEC
Authors:   University of Zagreb Faculty of Transport and Traffic Sciences, Slavulj Marko , Boros Zlatko , Šojat Dino ,   University of Zagreb Faculty of Transport and Traffic Sciences, Sikirić Matija ,   University of Zagreb Faculty of Transport and Traffic Sciences
Published: July 2024

Road safety is a crucial component of the sustainable mobility, which is additionally emphasized by the fact that road safety improvements are on the political agenda of the European Commission. Road transport is the most vulnerable traffic mode, and in densely populated urban areas road accidents occur more frequently because of higher number of conflicts among traffic participants using different modes. This paper provides a detailed analysis of road safety in the Municipality of Brdovec. The data used in the analysis was provided by the ministry of interior in charge for 2018 to 2023, to give an insight into the current state. Then the paper focuses on road accident analysis considering time, location, and participants as inputs, providing the results in form of indicators – locations of increased risk and contributing factors. The goal of the analysis is to develop recommendations and strategies to improve road safety in the Municipality of Brdovec based on the provided indicators, as well as preventive measures for infrastructure improvements leading to better road safety.
EVIDENCE-BASED ROAD SAFETY DATA MANAGEMENT SYSTEM PROPOSED BY GRSF: POSSIBLE APPLICATION AT DIFFERENT LEVELS OF MANAGEMENT IN SERBIA AND OTHER BALKAN COUNTRIES
Authors:   University of Belgrade, TSRD Ltd. and AMSS - CMV Ltd., Kukić Dragoslav , Uddin Arif ,   World Bank, GRSF, Vašington, SAD, Nojković Dragana ,   AMSS – Centar za motorna vozila, Beograd,
Published: July 2024

The World Bank and GRSF, with the support of the ITF and experts working under the auspices of these organizations, have prepared Guidelines for Road Safety Data Review, used for evidence-based road safety management. It contains all the most important elements and methodological steps that are needed to conduct a quality review of the collection and use of data for evidence-based road safety management. This includes the collection and use of crash and injury data and safety performance indicators, as well as the collection and use of data on interventions to improve road safety and the elements needed to review the entire process of evidence-based road safety management. The working paper presents the possibilities of applying the manual at different levels of road safety management: national - state, and local (municipalities and cities). A special focus in the working paper will be on the possibility of applying manuals for the purpose of collecting and using data on road safety interventions, as well as on the analysis of the functions of institutional management at the local level.
SPATIAL VARIATION OF EXPOSURE MEASURES AND TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS AT THE LEVEL OF LOCAL COMMUNITIES
Authors:   University of Pristina, Kosovska Mitrovica, Faculty of technical sciences, Pljakić Miloš , Stanojević Predrag ,   University of Pristina, Kosovska Mitrovica, Faculty of technical sciences, Petrović Aleksandra ,   University of Pristina, Kosovska Mitrovica, Faculty of technical sciences
Published: July 2024

The significance of traffic safety issues often results from the frequency of traffic accidents depending on the level of observation. This study conducted a multifunctional analysis to develop and calibrate a spatial predictive model for traffic accidents with fatalities and injuries at the municipal level. Exposure measures commonly used as factors were employed in the model development with fixed effects to understand the underlying mechanisms. Considered factors encompassed population characteristics, the number of different vehicle categories, and the length of state roads per municipality. The results of this research indicate significant spatial correlations and relationships among the observed variables in the model. By applying the GWR methodology, it was found that the types of vehicles and the length of state roads have varying impacts on the frequency of accidents with fatalities and injuries. Based on these results, specific measures can be clearly defined for each local community.
Image of "Host" in Infotainment Broadcast "SILET"
Authors: Alfionita Tahta , Deannova Heksa , Nurfalah Farida , Hermawan Abdul Jalil
Published: July 2024

This research is entitled Citra "Host" in the Infotainment Show "SILET" (Roland Barthes Semiotics Analysis). This research aims to determine the meaning of denotation, connotation, image and myth contained in a host in the infotainment show Silet that airs on RCTI. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative and uses the semiotic theory of Roland Barthes, which presents the concept of connotation and denotation as the key to the analysis. This study's results discuss that many meanings are implied in a host when presenting infotainment shows. According to Thamrin Amal Tomagola, from the five images above, everything is related to the physical appearance that can be seen. This is included in one of the elements of the 5-p image (pigura, pillar, pinggan, peraduan, perga). Since the formation of image and meaning is born from a perception, each person will interpret something from a different point of view. The above explanation indicates that the female host is a professional when presenting an infotainment show.
Development Of Risk-Based Policy Strategies to Improve Sustainable Investment Performance on Geothermal Working Areas in Indonesia
Authors: Putra Anthon Sapta , Berawi Mohammed Ali
Published: July 2024

This study analyzes the influence of stakeholder decision-making strategies and policies on PT's investment performance. PLN (Persero), is Indonesia's state-owned electricity company. Indonesia has a geothermal potential of 28 GWe and aims to add 3.3 GW of installed capacity by 2030. Our analysis reveals that effective stakeholder decision-making and well-formulated policies significantly enhance investment performance. This is supported by statistical evidence, with both the t-test and F-test results showing significance (calculated t-value and F-value exceed their respective critical values, with p-values < 0.05). Enhancing these strategies and policies is crucial for meeting Indonesia's new renewable energy (NRE) targets as outlined in the 2021-2030 RUPTL.
Cost Effectiveness Analysis Kombinasi Amlodipin-Kandesartan Dibandingkanamlodipin-Irbesartan Pada Hipertensi Komorbid Diabetes Mellitus Tipe 2 di RSUD Goeteng Taroenadibrata
Authors: Lia erfika Linda , Kaaffah Silma , Indah Kurniasih Khamdiyah
Published: July 2024

Hipertensi merupakan permasalahan global karena menjadi salah satu penyebab kematian dan penyakit di seluruh dunia. Hipertensi merupakan kondisi dimana tekanan darah seseorang berada di atas angka normal (< 140/90 mmHg). Seseorang yang mengalami hipertensi komorbid diabetes mellitus (DM) tipe 2 mengalami peningkatan risiko 2-4 kali lipat terhadap penyakit kardiovaskular. Pengobatan hipertensi membutuhkan biaya yang cukup tinggi, sehingga perlu adanya penggunaan biaya yang rasioal untuk pengobatan hipertensi. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah menganalisis pengobatan antihipertensi yang paling efektif dengan biaya yang murah untuk pasien hipertensi komorbid DM tipe 2 di RSUD Goeteng Taroenadibrata Purbalingga dengan metode Cost-effectiveness analysis (CEA). Jenis penelitian kuantitatif dengan pendekatan retrospektif. Menggunakan data rekam medis pasien yang mendapat antihipertensi amlodipin-kandesartan atau amlodipin-irbesartan sampel sebanyak 91 sampel. Hasil penelitian didapatkan bahwa efektivitas terapi paling besar pada pasien hipertensi komorbid DM adalah kombinasi amlodipin-kandesartan yaitu sebanyak 36 pasien (55.2 %), sedangkan kombinasi amlodipin-irbesartan hanya 26 pasien (44.8 %). Nilai ACER dan ICER yang memiliki biaya paling efektif adalah kombinasi amlodipin-kandesartan dimana nilai ACER sebesar Rp. 46.821 per pasien dan nilai ICER Rp.-6,029. Kesimpulannya kombinasi antihipertensi amlodipin-kandesartan lebih cost effective dibandingkan kombinasi amlodipin-irbesartan
Kekosongan Upaya Hukum Gugatan Dalam Peraturan Perundang-Undangan di Bidang Kepabeanan Telah Membatasi Hak Importir/Eskportir dalam Mendapatkan Keadilan dan Kepastian Hukum
Authors: Tampubolon Jeklira
Published: July 2024

Pasal 1 ayat (3) UUD 1945 amandemen menyatakan bahwa “Negara Indonesia adalah Negara Hukum”.  Dalam penegakan Negara Hukum terdapat satu unsur penting Proses hukum adil dan tidak memihak (due process of law, dimana setiap warga negara Indonesia mempunyai hak untuk mendapatkan keadilan secara hukum, termasuk dapat mengkases Pengadilan untuk memperoleh keadilan dan kepastian hukum.  Pengadilan Pajak merupakan Pengadilan yang ditugasi untuk memeriksa dan memutus sengketa Pajak, termasuk sengketa bea masuk dan bea keluar.  Terdapat dua jalur penyelesaian sengketa yang diatur dalam UU Pengadilan Pajak yaitu Banding dan Gugatan.  Sayangnya, upaya hukum Gugatan atas sengketa Kepabenan tidak diatur dalam UU Kepabeanan dan hanya mengatur upaya hukum Banding.  Kondisi ini berakibat pada tidak tersedianya jalur penyelesaian Gugatan atas sengeketa Kepabeanan di Pengadilan Pajak, yang tentunya telah membatasi hak importir/eksportir dalam mendapatkan hak hukumnya
Pengaruh Kualitas Produk, Kualitas Pelayanan dan Suasana Terhadap Keputusan Pembelian
Authors: Yuliana Selvia Tri , Tuti Meylani
Published: July 2024

The objective of this study is to examine the impact of product quality, service quality, and restaurant ambiance on consumer purchasing behavior in the restaurant industry. The research population consists of consumers of the restaurant. The sample size consisted of 167 individuals who were selected using accidental sampling, which involved selecting individuals who were willing to respond to the author's questionnaire. Data was gathered during January and February of 2024. The data analysis technique employed was the Structure Equation Model, using the SmartPLS software. The research findings indicate that the three distinct research variables, namely product quality, service quality, and atmosphere, significantly impact customer purchase decisions in restaurants. This demonstrates the restaurant's success in enticing consumers to visit and ensuring their satisfaction once dining.
The Effect of Internal Audit, Internal Control and Audit Committee on Fraud Prevention (Case Study at Bank Mandiri Jakarta Tanjung Priok Area)
Authors: Putri Dini Septiani , Wahyuni Putri Dwi
Published: July 2024

Fraud has often occurred in the corporate environment. Fraud is usually based on personal, group or business interests. The economic crisis has encouraged corporate fraud, especially due to the weak implementation of internal control and corporate governance in the banking industry. In an effort to prevent fraud, companies can consistently empower the role of the company's internal auditors who can trigger the implementation of management risk control, internal control systems, and audit committees which have an important role in various aspects of the organization including fraud prevention. This study aims to examine the influence of the role of internal audit, internal control, and the audit committee on fraud prevention. The population in this study used 7 of the 25 Bank Mandiri Branch Offices in the Tanjung Priok Enggano Area, with a total of 85 respondents. The data collection method used a questionnaire by giving a score value according to the Likert scale measurement system . This type of research used quantitative research with a case study method. The sampling technique used purposive sampling. The data analysis method used is multiple linear regression with the SPSS version 25 application. The results show that internal auditing, internal control, and audit committees have a significant effect on fraud prevention.
Tantangan Penegakan Kode Etik Penyelenggara Pemilu Oleh Dewan Kehormatan Penyelenggara Pemilu (DKPP): Analisis Perspektif Undang-Undang No. 7 Tahun 2017 Tentang Pemilihan Umum
Authors: Anam Khoirul
Published: July 2024

The study examines the challenges and potential solutions regarding the enforcement of ethical codes by the Election Organizers Honor Council (DKPP) under the 2017 General Election Law. Established in 2012, DKPP plays a crucial role in addressing violations of election organizers' ethical codes, as evidenced by a significant volume of complaints received between June 2019 and February 2023. Its institutionalization alongside the Election Commission (KPU) and the Election Supervisory Board (BAWASLU) reflects the government's commitment to upholding ethical conduct in elections, as mandated by the 2011 Election Organizer Law. Utilizing a normative legal research method, this study delves into the legal framework provided by the 2017 General Election Law and its subsidiary regulations to analyze DKPP's effectiveness in enforcing ethical codes. Despite DKPP's interventions, such as written warnings and temporary suspensions, which have influenced the behavior of election organizers, logistical challenges persist due to Indonesia's geographical diversity. Moreover, the limited scope of sanctions poses a deterrent challenge. To enhance DKPP's effectiveness, there is a need to bolster its regional presence, ideally establishing branches in each province. This decentralized approach would improve DKPP's efficiency and accessibility, thereby reinforcing its role in safeguarding the integrity of electoral processes. Overall, while DKPP has made significant progress in enforcing ethical codes, addressing logistical constraints and expanding punitive measures are essential for further enhancing its effectiveness.
Authoritarization and Resilience of Democratic Evolution Of Georgia
Authors: Dolidze Valerian ,   Associate Professor, Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University Faculty of Social and Political Sciences Department of political Sciences Georgia, Tukvadze Avtandil ,   Associate Professor, Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University Faculty of Social and Political Sciences Department of political Sciences Georgia
Published: July 2024

Untill recently Georgia was a leader of the euro-atlantic integration process among the formal soviet republics. But in 2022 unlike Ukraine and Moldova, it was denied the status of candidate member of EU. Despite the fact that she received candidate status in 2023 it is not clear whether the development of the country to democracy had stopped or not. This determined the purpose of the article to reveal the resilience of the democratic evolution of Georgia, which has not been studed yet. The article is founded on the contextual holism. Using cyclical approach, by means of case study and historical chronological methods the democratic evolution of Georgia is studed. Unenterrupted charactere of it indicates the high resilience of this evolution. It has been continued even under the conditions of authoritarian regimes.Three cycles of democratization and three cycles of athoritarization is discerned and their chronological frameworks are determined. High recilience of democratic evolution is explained by the higher level of the democratic potential of Georgia, which stopped the strngthening of authoritrian prassure. Geographical proximity to Europe and Christianity Added values of the article are : the detection of high resilience of the democcratic evalution of Georgia and contribution of authoritarian regimes to the democratic evolution; investigation of the role of democratic potential and westernization in this process. Cycles of democratization is distingished and their chronology established and the present phase of the transition to the democracy is identified. Variables of resilience of democratic evolution and authoritarianization are revealed. Enfluence of invasion of Russia in Ukraine on democratization is studed.