bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
“Marketing is Everything”
Authors: Udurawana Y.M.W.G.P.K.
Published: September 2024

Than the other concepts, marketing has no embedded on the definition of marketing. There are many definitions to address the meaning of marketing, meanwhile, the same definition has changed with time. Though everything has marketing, many researchers have discussed marketing being on a business discipline referred to the organizational practices. Therefore this article struggles to prove that marketing must have a simple definition considering everything manner beyond the profitable mindset.
Is Digital Technologies the Way? : Managing Diverse and Remote Workforce
Authors: Hossain Md Arman , Pucci Thomas G. , Azmi Firdausi Ulul
Published: September 2024

Due to many businesses going global, managing a diverse and remote workforce has become crucial for their success. Many organizations have moved their operations away from the traditional mode of operations where an in-office workforce was the only way. This have been made possible by the availability of technological advancement witnessed in the near past. This research paper studies the challenges and opportunities associated with digital technologies to manage such workforces effectively. It covers the implications of the organizational culture, communication strategies, leadership styles, and technological infrastructures required to support remote and diverse teams. The paper uses a literature review of past studies to provide information for the best practices and develop recommendations for organizations striving to optimize their remote and diverse workforce management strategies. The conclusions state that leadership of geographically dispersed groups with the help of technology improves productivity, deployment, and continuity of employee contributions to the organization. Some recommendations are to focus on continuous digital literacy, a diverse approach to message dissemination, data tracking, and exploring more opportunities within the digital sphere, such as AR and blockchain. Such an approach identifies that organizations that apply these strategies can gain a competitive edge and obtain the best out of their geographically dispersed and dispersed teams.
MORFOLOGIA DO SEIO ESFENOIDAL EM FISSURA LABIOPALATINA E SUAS IMPLICAÇÕES CLÍNICAS: UMA REVISÃO DA LITERATURA
Authors: De Paula Oliveira Gringo Caroline , Conceição Santana Júnior Carlos Alberto , Pereira Teotônio dos Santos Pollyana , Pimentel Samersla Maria Olívia , Mazzo Alessandra , Yassutaka Faria Yaedú Renato
Published: September 2024

Investigou-se qual o tipo de pneumatização (morfologia) do seio esfenoidal é mais comum em pacientes com fissura labiopalatina. Revisão de literatura: A estrutura metodológica utilizada para conduzir este estudo segue a proposta do Instituto Joanna Briggs. As bases National Library of Medicine (PubMed/MEDLINE), Scopus, Embase, Web of Science e Scientific Electronic Library Online (SciELO) foram pesquisados. Dos 129 estudos iniciais, 3 foram incluídos na análise final, sendo os 3 estudos retrospectivos. A morfologia principal do seio esfenoidal mais comumente encontrado em pacientes com fissura labiopalatina é o tipo selar. As extensões mais comuns do seio esfenoidal foram pneumatização do tipo anterior, pneumatização do tipo corpo e pneumatização do processo pterigóideo. Discussão: O seio esfenoidal é o seio paranasal que apresenta mais variações em sua morfologia. Sua morfologia tem relação direta com complicações cirúrgicas importantes, como por exemplo nas cirurgias transesfenoidal e ortognática.  Pacientes com fissura labiopalatina são submetidos à cirurgia ortognática para correção de discrepâncias ósseas dos maxilares. Conclusão: Este estudo revelou que o tipo mais frequente do seio esfenoidal em pacientes com fissura labiopalatina é do tipo selar. O tipo selar se estende além da parede anterior da sela túrcica e a pneumatização do processo pterigóideo se estende lateralmente entre o forame redondo e canal vidiano e inferiormente no processo pterigóideo. A morfologia do seio esfenoidal tem relação direta com procedimentos cirúrgicos que manipulam a região como por exemplo as cirurgias transesfenoidal e ortognática. Extensões que podem ser abordadas em cirurgias na região do seio esfenoidal.
Efectos de dos microorganismos autóctonos benéficos en la calidad de semillas de Canavalia ensiformis (L.)
Authors: Rodríguez-Quiñonez Pabel , Hernández-Fontes Dayanis , González-Morales Abel , Palmero-Venegas Iosvany , Mazorra-Calero Carlos A. , Pérez-Martínez Aurora T. , Fontes-Marrero Dayamí , Acosta-Fernández Yanier
Published: September 2024

Los microorganismos autóctonos benéficos (MABs) o eficientes (ME) pueden tener un efecto positivo sobre la estimulación del desarrollo de las raíces y la mejora en la nutrición de las plantas lo que ayuda a una mayor producción agrícola. Esta investigación se desarrolló con el objetivo de evaluar el efecto del IHPLUS® y el ME-50 en la producción de semilla de Canavalia ensiformis (L.). Para esto se establecieron parcelas de 75.6 m2, empleando como tratamientos los MABs, IHPLUS® y ME-50; además de un tratamiento testigo. Se realizaron aplicaciones foliares semanalmente con dosis de 50 ml/L. Se obtuvieron resultados muy superiores a los del testigo con la aplicación de IHPLUS® y EM-50 en la masa de la legumbre con semilla y sin semilla, largo de la legumbre, así como en el largo, ancho y grosor de la semilla. También, la cantidad de semillas por legumbre fue significativamente superior al aplicar el IHPLUS® y de igual manera se obtienen con este tratamiento los mejores rendimientos de semilla, duplicando los obtenidos por el tratamiento testigo.
Modelo SECI de gestión del conocimiento: Un análisis temático con énfasis en las organizaciones agrícolas
Authors: López-Meza Evelia , Terán-Bustamante Antonia , Leyva-Hernández Sandra Nelly
Published: September 2024

Objetivo. El objetivo de esta investigación fue identificar las tendencias temáticas sobre la gestión del conocimiento a través del modelo de socialización, exteriorización, combinación e interiorización (SECI) de Nonaka y Tekeuchi. En primer lugar, se realizó un análisis de la aplicación del modelo en general y, luego, en el campo de la agricultura.
Diseño/Metodología/Enfoque. Se realizó un análisis bibliométrico en el que se tuvieron en cuenta 2201 documentos indexados de la base de datos Scopus entre los años 1994 y 2024.  El análisis se realizó con las palabras clave utilizadas por los autores para identificar las tendencias temáticas mediante la co-ocurrenciasde palabras.
Resultados/Discusión. Se identificaron núcleos temáticos relacionados con la innovación y la innovación abierta. Se observó un notable auge en el uso de este modelo en los últimos años. En el sector agrícola, la creación y transferencia de conocimiento representan una parte del modelo que ha experimentado un creciente uso. Se destacó la importancia de comprender y aprovechar eficazmente el modelo para impulsar la innovación y el desarrollo sostenible de la agricultura. Por ello, se propuso transformar el conocimiento en la fuente de este.  
Conclusiones. Este trabajo pone de manifiesto la escasez de investigaciones sobre el uso del modelo SECI en el ámbito agrícola y destaca su relevancia en el avance de la investigación sobre la gestión del conocimiento, a pesar de las críticas recibidas. Además, los resultados señalan que, para el sector agrícola, las futuras investigaciones sobre gestión del conocimiento se centren en los mecanismos de aprendizaje organizacional, la innovación social, los factores críticos de éxito, los procesos de negocios y la satisfacción laboral.
Internet of Things (IoT) Based Patient Information and Heart Beat Monitoring System for Health Information System
Authors: J. C. Odirichukwu , E.O. Eze , V. C. Eze , E. I. Eze , O. A. Njoku , P. K. Chika-Ugada , C. Dimoji , SP. C. Odirichukwu , D. C. Nwachukwu , O. W. Atolagbe , C. Ndigwe , J. C. Nwoke
Published: September 2024

The integration of Internet of Things (IoT) technology into healthcare systems has revolutionized patient monitoring and Information management, leading to enhanced efficiency and improved patient outcomes. This research developed and implemented an IoT-enabled Patient Information and Heartbeat Monitoring System designed to improve Health Information System (HIS). The system employs a network of interconnected sensors and devices to continuously monitor vital signs, especially focusing on heartbeat data. These sensors transmit real-time data to a centralized cloud platform, where it is processed and analyzed. Healthcare professionals can access this data through a user-friendly interface, enabling timely and informed decision-making. The system not only ensures accurate and continuous monitoring but also provides critical alerts in case of abnormal heart rate variations, thereby facilitating prompt medical intervention. The deployment of this IoT-based solution demonstrates significant potential in improving patient care, reducing hospital readmissions, and optimizing resources utilization within healthcare facilities. Results from pilot implementations indicate a promising future for IoT-enabled patient monitoring in transforming modern healthcare practices.
A Colonialidade do Direito Penal: revisitando a lesbofobia nas lentes do feminicídio
Authors: Lopes-Flois Luiza , Silva Ronaldo , Arruda Schons Eduarda , Wordell Gubert Marcelo
Published: September 2024

Este trabalho analisa a colonialidade no Direito Penal e a forma pela qual é perpetuado nos casos de lesbocídio no Brasil. O objetivo é demonstrar as semelhanças e diferenças dos crimes de feminicídio e lesbocídio, por meio de uma abordagem qualitativa, utilizando procedimentos exploratórios e bibliográficos, com estudo de casos consubstanciados no “Dossiê sobre Lesbocídio no Brasil”, que visibiliza as mortes de mulheres lésbicas em razão de gênero e orientação sexual, ante a inexistência de mecanismos de registros oficiais com a divulgação destas estatísticas. Nesse contexto, evidencia-se como a colonialidade sob a égide das ‘Ordenações’ portuguesas perpetuou um modelo e sistema jurídico criminal em suas colônias, a exemplo do Brasil. Destaca-se a inércia legislativa em tipificar o crime de lesbocídio especificamente ou de ampliar o conceito de feminicídio, para que possa englobar a existência lésbica no ordenamento jurídico brasileiro.
Análise das Atividades Primárias na Criação de Valor Estratégico: um Estudo de Caso em uma Empresa de Produção e Exportação de Tilápias
Authors: Graebin Gabriel Henrique , Berti Fiorin Marcia Meira , Cunico Eliana , Walter Silvana Anita
Published: September 2024

Este estudo tem por objetivo compreender como as atividades primárias criam valor estratégico na cadeia de valor de produtos psícolas. A cadeia de valor de uma empresa é um conjunto de atividades empresariais que ela se dedica para desenvolver, produzir e comercializar seus produtos ou serviços, e entregar valor para os clientes. Avaliar a cadeia de valor de um processo produtivo muitas vezes se torna mais difícil por se tratar de um bem intangível, ou seja, é preciso entender as expectativas do cliente para assim entregar um produto que atenda suas necessidades intrínsecas e tenha então seu respectivo valor agregado. O método utilizado foi o estudo de caso em uma empresa de produção agroindustrial da região Oeste do Estado do Paraná que abate e comercializa tilápias. Foram realizadas a observação no campo de pesquisa, análise documental e entrevistas semiestruturadas como técnica de coleta de dados, aplicadas aos responsáveis por setores da indústria objeto de estudo. A análise interpretativa foi aplicada como técnica de análise dos dados. Com base nas informações obtidas na empresa, a Peixe Dourado exporta cerca de 240 toneladas/mês de peixe fresco e congelado para os Estados Unidos. Os resultados da pesquisa indicam que empresa busca agregar valor em cada etapa do seu processo, para que se torne uma referência na produção e comercialização de peixes, pois essas etapas influenciam no valor final do produto e na criação de valor estratégico.
PENGARUH EDUKASI KESEHATAN MELALUI PERMAINAN ULAR TANGGA TENTANG JAJANAN SEHAT TERHADAP PENGETAHUAN SISWA SDN CIAWANG KABUPATEN TASIKMALAYATAHUN 2023
Authors: Rafi Rizki Ramdani
Published: September 2024

Anak usia sekolah cenderung menghabiskan sebagian besar waktunya di sekolah, yang berpotensi mempengaruhi pola makan mereka. Perilaku jajan sembarangan di sekolah dapat berdampak negatif pada status gizi siswa. Data yang diperoleh dari Puskesmas Leuwisari menunjukkan adanya kasus keracunan makanan di SDN Ciawang pada tahun 2022. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh edukasi kesehatan melalui permainan ular tangga tentang jajanan sehat terhadap pengetahuan siswa di SDN Ciawang, Kabupaten Tasikmalaya pada tahun 2023. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah quasi eksperimen menggunakan pendekatan One Group Pretest-Posttest. Populasi dari penelitian ini adalah 658 siswa SDN Ciawang Kabupaten Tasikmalaya. Sampel penelitian yang memenuhi kriteria inklusi adalah 125 siswa. Instrumen yang digunakan adalah kuesioner dan media permainan ular tangga. Analisis data dilakukan dengan menggunakan uji t. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan adanya pengaruh edukasi kesehatan dengan media ular tangga terhadap pengetahuan siswa tentang jajanan sehat dengan nilai p-value sebesar 0.000 < 0.05. Siswa perlu berupaya untuk meningkatkan pengetahuannya melalui kegiatan penyuluhan kesehatan yang diselenggarakan puskesmas atau sekolah. Selain itu petugas kesehatan dan sekolah dapat memanfaatkan media ular tangga yang telah dirancang untuk digunakan dalam kegiatan edukasi kesehatan pada anak sekolah sebagai upaya untuk meningkatkan perilaku jajan sehat pada anak sekolah.
Desarrollo Económico: Una introducción a conceptos, indicadores y datos
Authors:   Universidad del Zulia, Molero Oliva Leobaldo Enrique , Campuzano Vázquez John Alexander ,   Universidad Técnica de Machala
Published: September 2024

Desarrollo Económico: Una Introducción a Conceptos, Indicadores y Datos" destaca la importancia del desarrollo económico como objetivo fundamental en la política pública y la educación de economistas. El libro sistematiza conocimientos sobre variables económicas clave como el crecimiento, la pobreza, y el desarrollo humano. Basado en investigaciones académicas, este texto está diseñado como material introductorio para estudiantes de economía, ofreciendo una visión documental y concisa que complementa la literatura especializada. Además, incluye reflexiones empíricas y análisis estadísticos para facilitar su comprensión en el ámbito académico.
Littérature, apprentissage et migration au prisme du jeu
Authors: Ochoa Haydée Silva
Published: September 2024

Dans cet article, nous explorons le croisement possible entre littérature, apprentissage, migration et approche ludique. Nous commençons par expliciter trois postulats de départ, selon lesquels il est possible et pertinent d’adopter une approche ludique en lien avec des sujets sérieux ; d’aborder en classe la littérature par le jeu ; d’aborder la littérature, l'apprentissage et la migration au prisme du jeu. Nous proposons ensuite cinq principes pédagogiques incontournables pour une praxis ludique réussie. Nous finissons par l’identification de cinq pistes pratiques pour la classe de langue, de littérature ou de médiation culturelle.
Le point de vue du lecteur : perspectives théoriques, didactiques et multimodales sur les journaux de lecture
Authors: Gaiotti Claudia
Published: September 2024

Dans cet article, nous nous proposons de réfléchir à la lecture en Français Langue Etrangère (FLE) dans l’enseignement supérieur en contexte argentin. Quel est le point de vue du lecteur dans la construction du sens ? L’écriture des notes de lecture, comment façonne-t-elle le processus d’interprétation du sens ? Les étudiants, comment conçoivent-ils leurs journaux de lecture ? Ces questions, parmi d’autres, sont à l’origine de notre travail.
Formes et fonctions de l’extrait littéraire en classe de FLE
Authors: Woerly Donatienne
Published: September 2024

Les extraits littéraires en classe de Français Langue Étrangère peuvent être analysés selon une typologie s’appuyant sur des aspects formels (découpe, mise en forme, rapport à l’œuvre, rapports d’échelle) et fonctionnels (usages de l’extrait), permettant de distinguer plusieurs avatars de l’extraction : morceaux choisis, fragments, documents authentiques, extraits-instruments, citations ou adaptations. L’extrait apparaît alors comme un outil de focalisation et de condensation, dans un régime de lecture intensif complémentaire de celui de la lecture longue. Une didactique de la variation des échelles du texte permet de mieux utiliser les possibilités de l’extrait littéraire en classe de langue.
Parcours de migrantes : de l’exil à la création littéraire
Authors: Berthu-Courtivron Marie-Françoise , Bourvon Marie Françoise , Richard Élisabeth
Published: September 2024

Dans le cadre du MOOC « Enseigner la littérature en FLE », nous nous intéressons à des écrivaines translingues et à leur parcours d’apprentissage : Chahdorrt Djavann arrivée seule d'Iran en France, fuyant le régime des mollahs, Laura Alcoba exilée d’Argentine à l'adolescence et l'Anglo-Canadienne Nancy Huston, installée en France par choix depuis quelques décennies. Nous étudierons d'abord le récit rétrospectif qu'elles font de leur laborieuse expérience d'apprentissage du français ; puis nous approfondirons le rôle actif de la littérature dans cet apprentissage et le résultat obtenu avec une œuvre mondialement reconnue.
Re-localización de la Humanidad: Una Aproximación Ecocultural al Rol de la Mujer y la Comprensión del Territorio
Authors: Sanabria Rojas Quira Alejandra
Published: September 2024

Objective. To reflect on the ecocultural role of women, highlighting the interrelation between ecocultural knowledge and the location of humanity with respect to the territory. Ecocultural knowledge is understood as learning intimately linked to cultural activities and physical ecology, which impacts on the body, identity and cultural tradition. Methodology. Qualitative interpretative study, using Bibliographic Informational Mapping (IBM) and analysis with Nvivo 10®. Results. The findings underline the importance of connecting Colombia's national history, especially in female education, with gender and cultural diversity perspectives, showing how cultural practices are influenced by the sociocultural environment. The ecocultural concept, developed by Virginia Gutiérrez de Pineda, emphasizes the inseparability of ecology and culture. In addition, elements on inequalities are explored, highlighting the importance of considering gender and ethnicity. Conclusion. It is suggested that the ecocultural role of women can help deconstruct the nature/culture relationship as it has been learned and offer new perspectives on power and knowledge.
Balance de la política pública de inteligencia artificial y transformación digital (2019-2024)
Authors: Vargas Aguirre Camilo
Published: September 2024

Objective. To review the contents and implementation of CONPES 3975 of 2019 on artificial intelligence (AI) and other public policy initiatives aimed at digital transformation. Methodology. A public policy evaluation scheme is proposed based on the recommendations of the CAF country self-assessment (2024) and a review of the evaluation methodologies used in Colombia. Results. The discussion on public policies on artificial intelligence and digital transformation, as well as the role of the State in their adoption, has focused on the relevance of a national regulatory scheme. In academia, the regulation of the use and deployment of automated decision systems (ADS) by state entities at the national and local levels and in the judicial branch is debated. However, little attention has been paid to the instruments and mechanisms for monitoring existing public policies in AI and digital transformation, which have positioned Colombia as a pioneer country in these areas.The lack of evaluation, continuity and improvement of these policies puts this leadership at risk. Conclusion. It was identified that the country has effective regulatory tools, implementations and monitoring mechanisms, although there is also evidence of a lack of continuity in the development of public policies on AI and digital transformation. An evaluation agenda is proposed to address this deficiency.
Fatores associados à mortalidade de pacientes diagnosticados com covid-19 em um pronto-socorro
Authors: Soares da Silva José Victor , Moura Conceição da Silva Iara Caroline , De Almeida Silva Elen Maysa , Da Silva Lisboa Nayara , Vieira Toledo Luana
Published: September 2024

Objetivo: Analisar os fatores associados ao óbito entre pacientes diagnosticados com COVID-19 em um pronto-socorro público do Distrito Federal. Metodologia: estudo transversal, realizado a partir da análise de 382 prontuários eletrônicos de pacientes diagnosticados com COVID, considerando os períodos de maior incidência de março de 2020 a maio de 2021. Foram incluídos pacientes internados no pronto-socorro com idade igual ou superior a 14 anos, diagnosticados com COVID-19. Foram excluídos os pacientes que não apresentaram dados relacionados ao desfecho do atendimento no pronto socorro, prontuários incompletos e que tiveram diagnóstico inconclusivo de COVID-19. Os dados foram sumarizados no Google Forms, e posteriormente no software Microsoft Excel 2013. A análise descritiva e inferencial foi realizada pelo software SPSS Statistics 23. Resultados: a maioria dos participantes é do sexo masculino, na faixa etária de 61 a 80 anos e foram classificados com síndrome respiratória aguda. Dentre as variáveis associadas a mortalidade, destaca-se a classificação em síndrome respiratória aguda grave, faixa etária, intubação orotraqueal, tempo de espera no pronto socorro para internação em leito de unidade de terapia intensiva e uso de antibiótico. A média do tempo de internação dos pacientes que evoluíram a óbito no pronto socorro foi de 6,08 dias e dos intubados foram de sete dias. Conclusão: a utilização de dados secundários pode sofrer viés de informação e a omissão de registros em prontuários dificulta a coleta e a análise dos dados.
Perfil clínico dos usuários de Cateter Central de Inserção Periférica em um Hospital Militar
Authors: Furtado Rodrigues Elaine , Dos Santos Mnaso Livya , Melo Ppoubel Bárbara , Lyra da Silva Roberto Carlos , Lyra da SILVA Carlos Roberto , Roehrs Hellen
Published: September 2024

Objetivo: Analisar o perfil clínico de pacientes adultos que fizeram e/ou fazem uso de cateter central de inserção periférica durante a internação hospitalar. Objetivos específicos: Analisar o perfil das indicações da inserção do cateter central de inserção periférica e o perfil clínico dos pacientes que fazem seu uso e identificar as complicações relatadas diretamente relacionadas ao uso.   Métodos: Estudo documental, descritivo, retrospectivo, com abordagem quantitativa, realizado em um Hospital Militar na Cidade do Rio de Janeiro. Foram analisados 162 pacientes com inserção do cateter central de inserção periférica realizada de janeiro/2022 a junho/2023. Resultados: Observamos prevalência dos pacientes maiores de 60 anos, do sexo masculino. A clínica responsável pela solicitação prevalente, foi Trauma-Ortopedia e o diagnóstico médico foi infecção de ferida operatória. A maior indicação, foi antibioticoterapia por tempo prolongado. A veia mais puncionada foi a Braquial. A maioria permaneceu com o dispositivo entre 8 e 20 dias, sendo retirado após o fim do tratamento. A complicação mais recorrente foi infecção de corrente sanguínea. Conclusões:  O perfil dos pacientes analisados está condizente com estudos semelhantes já publicados, e com as indicações para uso deste cateter relatada nos guidelines atuais. As complicações relatadas condizem com as encontradas nas literaturas.
GENDER FRONTLINES: EXPLORING THE INTERSECTIONALITY OF GENDER AND CLIMATE CHANGE
Authors:   National Institute of Social Defence, Choudhary Ms. Mahima
Published: September 2024

Gender Frontlines: Exploring the Intersectionality of Gender and Climate Change delves into the intricate relationship between gender and climate change, emphasizing how climate impacts exacerbate existing social inequalities. Climate change, with its severe effects on ecosystems and human societies, disproportionately affects vulnerable populations, particularly women, girls, transgender, and non-binary individuals. The framework of intersectionality, as introduced by Kimberlé Crenshaw, is crucial for understanding these compounded vulnerabilities influenced by overlapping social identities such as gender, race, and socioeconomic status. Through the lens of Sustainable Development Goal 5 (SDG 5), which advocates for gender equality, this article underscores the necessity of integrating gender perspectives into climate policies. It reviews how climate change affects health, economic stability, displacement, and migration, particularly among women and other marginalized genders. The article includes case studies from India, highlighting the challenges faced by women in agriculture in Telangana, the aftermath of Cyclone Amphan in West Bengal, and the impact of heatwaves on elderly women in urban slums. Furthermore, the article analyzes national and international climate policies, revealing gaps in gender-specific outcomes and the need for targeted enforcement. It advocates for a proactive approach to future climate strategies, emphasizing the importance of gender-disaggregated data, equal representation in decision-making, and targeted interventions. The article concludes with a call to action for comprehensive, gender-sensitive climate policies, engaging communities, NGOs, and governments in a collaborative effort to ensure an inclusive and equitable response to climate change.
TAILING TALES: WOMEN’S HEALTH IN THE SHADOW OF URANIUM MINES IN JHARKHAND
Authors: Popli Ushvinder Kaur , Tiru Ashish
Published: September 2024

Mining activities have effects that are not gender-neutral. Compared to males, women may experience the direct and indirect effects of mining activities in distinct and frequently more severe ways. In mining regions, uncontrolled pollution, elevated levels of toxicity, and mine tailings are the primary causes of health issues among women. They are affected most since they usually care for family members’ health and do domestic tasks. This paper aims to understand better the health issues of women living near a uranium mining region in Jadugoda, Jharkhand, India. The methodology is a descriptive research design and employs a mixedmethod approach. Thirty respondents participated in the study and were selected using purposive sampling. The tools for data collection comprised a semi-structured interview schedule and a case study. The study’s findings indicated that women have a low socioeconomic position. Most women are engaged in household chores. Women’s health conditions revealed various health issues, including reproductive health issues living close to the tailing pond. Better health facilities are available in the mining region’s surrounding areas. This paper presents several recommendations to various stakeholders based on the study’s findings to improve the status of women living close to mining regions.
PASTORAL COMMUNITIES OF GUJARAT STRUGGLING FOR ECONOMIC SOURCES DURING CLIMATE CHANGE
Authors: Rana Dr. Hiren
Published: September 2024

Gujarat is renowned for its customs, traditional attire, food, and way of life, all of which are emulated by various communities and become trends in other states and nations that wish to copy them in their own societies. Examples of these include the clothing styles of the Rabari, Jat, and Bharvad communities, which are primarily pastoral communities. Gujarat is home to a pastoral community that lives primarily in rural and tribal areas. They make their living by raising cattle, such as cows, buffalos, goats, and camels, and selling milk, meats, fur, and wool. They are also involved in compound activities involving agriculture and cattle, and they perform odd jobs to make ends meet. The study's goal is to investigate the various ways that climate change has affected Gujarat's pastoral populations' traditional means of subsistence. The second goal is to determine the tactics Gujarat's pastoral communities are doing to lessen the negative effects of climate change and the role that women play in empowering these communities.
THE INTERSECTIONALITY OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL JUSTICE: A GREEN SOCIAL WORK PERSPECTIVE ON THE ENNORE OIL SPILL
Authors: Francina Prof. A. Flowrence , Pavithra C.
Published: September 2024

THE INTERSECTIONALITY OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL JUSTICE: A GREEN SOCIAL WORK PERSPECTIVE ON THE ENNORE OIL SPILL.
Firm Resources and Competitive Advantage of Meetings, Incentives, Conference and Exhibitions in Kenya
Authors: Owiyo Viola
Published: September 2024

Studies have investigated the effect of firm resources on the management of firms, with very little being done on the attractiveness of Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibition (MICE) destinations. This study aims to examine how firm resources influence competitiveness of MICE destinations in Kenya. Tangible and intangible assets are the two main categorization of firm resources used for this study, with tangible assets being characterized by brand reputation, innovation and facilities and equipment, while tangible assets being characterized by technology, location and access to financial resources characterized intangible and tangible resources respectively Resource-Based View theory was adopted as the theoretical foundation of the study, as it analyses MICE destination as a bundle or resources which creates value that can never be imitated by competitors. The study applied explanatory research design anchored on positivist philosophical paradigm and the target population was 496 MICE establishments in Nairobi and South-Rift circuits. Purposive sampling technique was used to obtain a sample of 107 MICE establishments. Data collection was through closed-ended questionnaires, with marketing/or operations managers. Data was analysed through descriptive and inferential statistics. Study hypotheses were tested using F-statistic and t-statistics. Findings showed that tangible assets had no significant effect on competitiveness while intangible assets had a significant direct effect on competitiveness. Intangible assets were significant in determining competitive advantage of MICE establishment implying that they need to capitalize more on intangible assets as opposed to tangible assets. The study also confirms the falsifiability of RBV theory as regards tangible assets and therefore recommends exploring other theories to understand how tangible assets affect competitive advantage.
Perceived Financial Value and the Adoption of the Cashless Payment System in the Matatu Transport Sector in Nairobi County, Kenya
Authors: Kangogo Ken Biwott , Mwanza Joseph Wambua , Omillo Francis Okumu
Published: September 2024

Cashless payment systems have emerged as a transformative force in the global financial landscape, offering convenience and efficiency in transactions. Despite their widespread development, the adoption of these systems has been uneven, with only a select number of companies in specific countries making notable progress.  This research investigated the correlation between perceived financial value and the adoption of cashless payment systems in Nairobi's Matatu sector. The central question was how perceived financial value influences this adoption. This research was grounded on institutional theory, the study used an explanatory research design with a target population of 1,176 Matatu SACCO managers and staff, from which a sample of 289 was selected using stratified and simple random sampling. Data was collected via a questionnaire, with validity assessed through Pearson Moment Correlation and reliability through the test-retest method. Quantitative analysis was conducted using SPSS. The findings revealed a significant impact of perceived financial value on cashless payment adoption (β=0.534, t=10.744, p<0.05) and a 67.9% positive correlation. The study concluded that a suitable legal and institutional framework is needed, requiring collaboration between the private and public sectors to support technological adoption among Matatu operators in Nairobi. In light of the study's findings, the researchers recommended that the lack of a suitable legal and institutional framework for e-payments necessitates a joint effort from both the private and public sectors to establish the necessary legal and institutional structures, thereby fostering an environment conducive to technology integration among Matatu operators in Nairobi and beyond.
GSOCS-LULCC: the Global Soil Organic Carbon Stock dataset after Land Use and Land Cover Change
Authors: Chen Songchao , Shuai Qi , Arrouays Dominique , Chen Zhongxing , Dai Lingju , Hong Yongsheng , Hu Bifeng , Huang Yuyang , Ji Wenjun , Li Shuo , Liang Zongzheng , Ma Yuxin , Richer-de-Forges Anne C. , Schillaci Calogero , Su Yang , Teng Hongfen , Wang Nan , Wang Xi , Wang Yanyu , Wang Zheng , Wang Zhige , Xu Dongyun , Xue Jie , Ye Su , Zhang Xianglin , Zhou Yin , Zhu Peng , Shi Zhou
Published: September 2024

Abstract. The direction and magnitude of soil organic carbon stock (SOCS) change following land use and land cover change (LULCC) are highly uncertain, largely due to the lack of relevant global soil data. Great efforts have been made to build SOCS database at regional, national and even sub-continental scales following LULCC; however, a comprehensive and open-access global database has not yet been developed, hindering a deep understanding of LULCC impact on SOCS dynamics. In this study, we introduce a new global SOCS database for LULCC, compiled from 639 articles documented in the Web of Science through the end of 2023. Targeting five major land uses (cropland, grasslands, forest, plantation, and savanna), this database – named the Global Soil Organic Carbon Stock dataset after Land Use and Land Cover Change (GSOCS-LULCC) – include 1,206 sites with 5,982 records at various sampling depths. The database will enable users to assess the global impact of LULCC on SOCS dynamics and identify the factors that control SOCS changes for specific types of LULCC. The GSOCS-LULCC database is freely available from the Zenodo platform at https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.11183819 (Chen et al., 2024).
JPL GRACE and GRACE-FO Level-2 Overview
Authors: Wiese David , Yuan Dah-Ning , McCullough Christopher , Fahnestock Eugene , Ellmer Matthias , Peidou Athina , Kuang Da , Landerer Felix , Blackwood Carmen
Published: September 2024

This talk will provide a status update on Level-2 data processing at JPL.  Included will be an overview of data products currently delivered to the community, focusing on the newly released RL06.3 GRACE-FO fields.  Assessments of data quality and error levels, along with detailed discussions of the solution strategy will be included.  A look towards an RL07 reprocessing of GRACE and GRACE-FO will additionally be provided.  The reprocessing plans to incorporate the estimation of a full noise covariance model of the satellite observations in the gravity estimates.  LRI gravity field results consistent with RL06.3 standards will additionally be discussed.
Multifractal structure and Gutenberg–Richter parameter associated with volcanic emissions of high energy in Colima, Mexico (years 2013–2015)
Authors: Monterrubio-Velasco Marisol , Lana Xavier , Arámbula-Mendoza Raúl
Published: September 2024

Abstract. The evolution of multifractal structures in various physical processes, such as climatology, seismology, or volcanology, serves as a crucial tool for detecting changes in corresponding phenomena. In this study, we explore the evolution of the multifractal structure of volcanic emissions with varying energy levels (observed at Colima, Mexico, during the years 2013–2015) to identify clear indicators of imminent high-energy emissions nearing 8.0×108 J. These indicators manifest through the evolution of six multifractal parameters: the central Hölder exponent (α0); the maximum and minimum Hölder exponents (αmax, αmin); the multifractal amplitude (W=αmax-αmin); the multifractal asymmetry (γ=[αmax-α0]/[α0-αmin]); and the complexity index (CI), calculated as the sum of the normalized values of α0, W, and γ. Additionally, the results obtained from adapting the Gutenberg–Richter seismic law to volcanic energy emissions, along with the corresponding skewness and standard deviation of the volcanic emission data, further support the findings obtained through multifractal analysis. These results, derived from multifractal structure analysis, adaptation of the Gutenberg–Richter law to volcanic emissions, and basic statistical parameters, hold significant relevance in anticipating potential volcanic episodes of high energy. Such anticipation can be further quantified using an appropriate forecasting algorithm.
Spatial and temporal variability of the freezing level in Patagonia's atmosphere
Authors: García-Lee Nicolás , Bravo Claudio , Gónzalez-Reyes Álvaro , Mardones Piero
Published: September 2024

Abstract. The height of the 0 °C isotherm (H0), which commonly signals the freezing level, denotes the lowest altitude within the atmosphere where the air temperature reaches 0 °C. This can be used as an indicator of the transition between rain and snow, making it useful for monitoring and visualizing the height of freezing temperatures in the atmosphere. We study the spatial and temporal variability of H0 across Patagonia (41–54° S) for the 1959–2021 period using reanalysis data from ERA5. Our results indicate that the average isotherm in Patagonia is 1691 m above sea level (m a.s.l.). The spatial distribution of the annual mean field highlights the contrast in the region, with an average maximum of 2658 m a.s.l. in the north and minimum of 913 m a.s.l. in the south. Regarding seasonal variability in the region, H0 ranges from 575 m a.s.l. (winter) to 3346 m a.s.l. (summer). Further, the significant trends calculated over the period show positive values in the whole area. This indicates an upward annual trend in the H0, between 8.8 and 36.5 m per decade from 1959–2021, with the higher value observed in northwestern Patagonia. These upward trends are stronger during summer (8–61 m per decade). Empirical orthogonal function (EOF) analysis was performed on H0 anomalies. The first EOF mode of H0 variability accounts for 84 % of the total variance, depicting a monopole structure centred in the northwestern area. This mode exhibits a strong and significant correlation with the spatial average H0 anomaly field (r=0.85), the Southern Annular Mode (SAM; r= 0.58), temperature at 850 hPa in the Drake Passage (r=0.56), and sea surface temperature off the western coast of Patagonia (r=0.66), underscoring the significant role of these factors in influencing the vertical temperature profile within the region. The spatial distribution of the second (8 %) and third (4.4 %) EOF modes depicts a dipole pattern, offering additional insights into the processes influencing the 0 °C isotherm, especially on the western slope of Patagonia.
Promoting Rooting and Vegetative Growth in 41 B Vine Rootstock Cuttings with Encapsulated Nano Silver and IBA Applications
Authors: Kara Zeki , Doğan Osman , Yazar Kevser
Published: September 2024

Globally, viticulture is carried on by grafting onto vine rootstocks obtained by hybridizing different vitis species or on their own roots due to their tolerance to biotic and abiotic stresses, especially phylloxera (Daktulosphaira vitifoliae). Sustainable regeneration of vineyard areas and new vineyard establishments require significant amounts of vine saplings each year. In addition to hormonal applications, nano products are also tested in the production of high quality vine nursery material. In this study, single nodal cuttings prepared from the vine rootstock 41 B (Vitis vinifera L. cv. Chasselas × Vitis berlandieri) in the resting period were used as plant material. The effects of encapsulated nano silver particles (AgNPs, 0.5 mg L-1 and 1 mg L-1), and IBA (0 and 1 g L-1) applications produced by green synthesis with cv. Öküz Gözü grape seed extract and AgNO3 on promoting rooting and vegetative growth in 41 B vine rootstock cuttings were evaluated in this study. AgNPs and IBA applications promoted rooting of cuttings, and vegetative growth of rooted cuttings. Applications increased shoot length, shoot diameter, number of nodes, fresh and dry weights of roots and shoots, and the highest value among these was achieved by the 1 mg L-1 AgNPs application. Leaf area and chlorophyll content (SPAD value) were determined by 1 g L-1 IBA application. AgNPs and IBA treatments resulted in increased rooting and vegetative growth compared to control. In conclusion, 1 mg L-1 AgNPs was recommended for vine propagation material and sapling producers as nano promotors for rooting and vegetative growth of 41 B rootstock cuttings.
The Islamic religion in prison and Moroccan women prisoners in Spain
Authors: Castillo-Algarra Joaquina , Ruiz-García Marta
Published: September 2024

The main aim of this paper is to investigate how Moroccan women prisoners interpret and practice their religion in prison and the consequences of this in their lives, on an individual level and on a group level, in short the role religion plays for them in prison. Based on the qualitative method, and by using in-depth interviews as the investigative technique, the results show that, in general, religion brings important benefits such as psychological well being, helping the women prisoners to adapt to prison life, alleviating the pain of separation from their children and giving them hope for the future.
However, the Islamic religion is the principal point of difference among the Moroccan women prisoners, according to the degree of influence that they exercise over each other which is influenced by various factors: where they come from, their socialization process and for the time that they have spent in prison. Based on these factors three distinct profiles for Moroccan women prisoners have been identified which differentiate them as women and as prisoners. In short, our results show that religion is key to understanding the identity of these women in prison. Our work opens a new line of investigation that encompasses religion, gender, nationality and prison not addressed until now.
Ethnobotanical knowledge of plant species of the North-East of Morocco, with three provinces as a case study: Al Hoceima, Nador, and Jerada.
Authors: Mir Fatima-Zahra , Smaili Halima , Merzouki Abderrahmane
Published: September 2024

This study focuses on taxa found in the Northeastern part of Morocco and cited in the book “Al Jam’ li-Mufradat al-Adwiya wa’l-Aghdiya (The Book of Simple Drugs) by Ibn Al Baytar. The main objective of this study is to determine whether the taxa on our list are recognized by the populations in the three provinces of Northeastern Morocco, as well as to collect information about their traditional uses (medicinal or non-medicinal), their modes of preparation and administration, the plant parts used. All the data have been collected through conducting an open-ended, semi-structured interviews with randomly selected individuals. The informant consensus factor (FIC) was calculated to identify the level of agreement among informants regarding the use of medicinal plants for specific disease groups.
During these ethnobotanical surveys, 1,177 persons were interviewed. We were able to record a total of 241 taxa belonging to 66 families with 1,264 uses mentioned in the three provinces. The results obtained confront us with the idea that there is a decline of autochthonous knowledge. They reveal that 32.12% of the local population considers itself ignorant of the uses of plants to cure illness, and that 66.78% prefer modern medicine despite possessing some knowledge of traditional medicinal plants. However, 790 medicinal uses recorded were classified according to the WHO’s international Classification of diseases (ICPC-2, International Classification of Primary Care), and 474 other uses were recorded, along with the transcription of new vernacular names for 107 taxa. This confirms the importance of ethnobotanical studies as it plays an important role in preserving the reservoir of indigenous knowledge from being lost over time.
Afrosalsola (Amaranthaceae-Chenopodiaceae), an intermediate C3-C4 lineage from NW Africa and the Canary Islands, and some new combinations in African species of Caroxylon and Soda
Authors: Akhani Hossein , Abdullahi Hussaini , Rudov Alexander
Published: September 2024

The segregation of the polyphyletic genus Salsola (Amaranthaceae-Chenopodiaceae) caused enormous nomenclatural changes during the last two decades. A lineage, that is still awaiting to be validated by a new valid name comprises four interesting taxa endemic to the Canary Islands and NW Africa. These are shrubby plants with opposite and alternate branches and leaves, specific leaf-anatomy with a hypodermis and Kranz-like cells performing a C3-C4 intermediate photosynthetic pathway (C2 type). The new genus Afrosalsola is described with the inclusion of 2 species [Afrosalsola divaricata (Mass. ex Link) Akhani comb. nov., and A. deschaseauxiana (Litard. & Maire) Akhani comb. nov.] and three subspecies of the former [Afrosalsola divaricata subsp. divaricata, A. divaricata subsp. verticillata (Schousboe) Akhani and A. divaricata subsp. gymnomaschala (Maire) Akhani]. The synonymy of Salsola deschaseauxiana Litard. & Maire with S. verticillata Mass. ex Link is rejected based on typical alternate leaves of the former. Salsola divaricata is typified based on its original collection in BM. Additional new combinations of African species belonging to Caroxylon and Soda are provided.
La sostenibilidad del cooperativismo agroecológico: desafíos de los supermercados cooperativos y otros modelos de crecimiento en Cataluña
Authors: Homs Ramírez de la Piscina Patricia , Sama Acedo Sara , Berná Serna David
Published: September 2024

Desde los años noventa, la agroecología se ha extendido a lo largo del estado español a través de diferentes agentes implicados en el desarrollo de sistemas alimentarios territorializados. En Cataluña, durante este recorrido los grupos y cooperativas de consumo vinculadas a pequeños proyectos productivos han tenido un papel esencial tanto en el apoyo y la viabilidad de los proyectos productivos como en la difusión de los valores agroecológicos. Desde el 2015, se observa un cierto estancamiento en el desarrollo de los grupos de consumo en relación al número de colectivos y a su tamaño. Paralelamente, empiezan a gestarse nuevos modelos de sistemas de aprovisionamiento agroecológico de mayor escala y vinculados al desarrollo de la Economía Social y Solidaria como los supermercados cooperativos. Estas nuevas formas organizativas tratan de superar algunos de los desafíos planteados por el modelo de sistemas de aprovisionamiento agroecológico más extendido de menor escala; concretamente con relación a la homogeneidad socioeconómica entre los miembros y la falta de integración de los cuidados en la organización de la cooperativa. Este artículo analiza datos de nueve proyectos de aprovisionamiento agroecológico de mayor escala recogidos a través del trabajo de campo etnográfico realizado entre 2020 y 2022 en Cataluña. El objetivo de la investigación es analizar la sostenibilidad de estos nuevos modelos en relación con los desafíos anteriormente mencionados, así como las estrategias y mecanismos para lidiar con los mismos. Los resultados apuntan a una reflexión en torno al concepto de economía moral en estos colectivos que plantean (re)incrustar los sistemas de aprovisionamiento alimentario en valores como la reciprocidad, la confianza, la sostenibilidad y la justicia ambiental y social. ¿En qué medida podemos referirnos a estos sistemas alimentarios como transformadores?.