bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Remesas internacionales y empresas familiares en el estado de Hidalgo

Authors: García Nájera Yesenia , Granados Alcantar José Aurelio
Published: February 2024

Las remesas internacionales en el estado de Hidalgo (México) son un ingreso de importancia en los hogares, debido a que gracias a estos recursos se puede invertir en empresas familiares, toda vez que este recurso ha disminuido en su recepción en los últimos años. El objetivo de este estudio es mostrar cómo se crean, el desarrollo de sus dinámicas de organización y las perspectivas a futuro de tres empresas familiares financiadas por remesas internacionales de migrantes hidalguenses, que se localizan en los municipios de Tasquillo, Pacula y Huasca de Ocampo, a través de una serie de entrevistas a profundidad, a partir del modelo teórico de Belausteguigoitia (2012) y Trevinyo (2010). Este artículo muestra que las empresas familiares son una estrategia sólida para las familias que han dejado de recibir remesas internacionales y se han formado alternativas de empleo en las comunidades de origen. Este documento, también hace hincapié en la necesidad de proveer de capacitación a estas instituciones familiares, para que puedan mantenerse en operación y propiciar la inversión de las remesas internacionales en futuras empresas familiares y disminuir la dependencia de estos recursos económicos.
Aculturación psicológica entre autóctonos y migrantes latinoamericanos en un barrio de Barcelona: una aproximación situada

Authors: Saldivia Mansilla Claudia , Carmona Monferrer Moisés , Serrano Blasco Francisco Javier
Published: February 2024

Este estudio tiene como finalidad analizar el proceso de aculturación psicológica entre autóctonos y migrantes latinoamericanos en un barrio con diversidad cultural. Se utilizó una metodología cualitativa, con un diseño de estudio de caso, siendo el caso un barrio con diversidad cultural de la ciudad de Barcelona, España. Se entrevistaron individualmente a veintidós vecinos, once autóctonos y once latinoamericanos, utilizando el método de análisis temático para analizar la información de las entrevistas.  Los resultados muestran que la aculturación psicológica es un proceso complejo, dinámico y situado, influido por la interrelación de distintos grupos culturales en contacto, más que la relación entre dos grupos culturales. Además, en este barrio cobra relevancia las migraciones internas de décadas pasadas, y el contexto socio-histórico de Cataluña, lo que fundamenta la complejidad del proceso de aculturación en los contextos actuales, ejemplificado en este barrio específico. Por otra parte, se observan efectos en el proceso de aculturación debido a la presencia de actitudes racistas de una parte de la sociedad receptora hacia migrantes latinoamericanos. Finalmente, se visualiza la importancia de los espacios comunitarios informales en el barrio como elemento favorecedor de la convivencia intercultural positiva en el entorno comunitario.
Book Review: Fútbol in the Park: Immigrants, Soccer, and the Creation of Social Ties.
Authors: Sigala Gomez Miguel Angel
Published: February 2024

The book is an ethnography about a group of male immigrants who play recreational soccer at the Los Angeles’ Mar Vista Park, a park that over time has become gentrified. In this contentious public space, these immigrant men gain a sense of belonging despite being seen as a threat among the local community members. In addition, they also create a dynamic social support network amongst the players. Through 10 years of ethnographic observations, Trouille delves profoundly into the meanings of the interplay of their social realities beyond the park, such as undocumented migration, their love for the sport, and an anti-immigrant context in the US.
Real Property
Authors: White J. Richard , Grainger Amanda
Published: February 2024

This Article covers Real Property cases from Southwestern Reporter (Third) volumes 633 through 652 and federal cases during the Survey period that the authors believe are noteworthy to the jurisprudence on the applicable subject.

A number of significant cases, mostly from the Texas Supreme Court, have been handed down during this survey period. The due process requirements for the scope of inquiry for substituted service have been promulgated in MAP Resources. Additional procedural issues for service on financial institutions, which were decided differently by various state and federal courts, were resolved in Moss. The Texas Supreme Court provided helpful guidance on the measurement of consequential damages in Signature, and offered a cautionary tale to practitioners about the drafting of consequential damage waivers in James.

In another cautionary tale to practitioners, the Tyler Court of Appeals in Tiner addressed the enforceability of a fixed price 100-year option contract. Likewise, in Rancho Viejo, following guidance from the Texas Supreme Court, the San Antonio Court of Appeals narrowly interpreted a restrictive covenant to allow construction of a solid waste facility. The narrow interpretation of restrictive covenants was again reiterated by the Texas Supreme Court in JBrice.

The supreme court has also addressed, in a case of first impression, the issue of implied revocation of an outstanding offer in Tauch. In premises liability cases, it also discussed the “dual capacity” for successor liability in Eagleridge, and the “necessary use” doctrine in Sandridge. The Texas Attorney General issued guidance on the meaning of “person” for purposes of nonjudicial foreclosures.

Unfortunately, the limitations period for equitably subrogated lien claims, under Howard I and its prodigy, continued in Howard III. From a governance perspective, the Texas Supreme Court refined the fiduciary duties of directors in the Poe decision. Regulatory takings were addressed in Schrock, but with significant possible changes in jurisprudence raised in the concurring opinions. Additionally, the Texas Supreme Court jumped on the Dallas to Houston highspeed train project in defining an interurban electric railway.
Wills & Trusts
Authors: Beyer Gerry W.
Published: February 2024

This article discusses developments relating to the Texas law of intestacy, wills, estate administration, trusts, and other estate planning matters during the Survey period of December 1, 2021, through November 30, 2022. The reader is warned that not all cases decided during the Survey period are presented, and not all aspects of each case are analyzed. You must read and study each case’s full text before relying on it or using it as precedent. The discussion of most cases includes a moral, that is, the important lesson to be learned from the case. By recognizing situations that resulted in time-consuming and costly litigation in the past, readers may be able to reduce the likelihood of the same situations arising with their own clients.
THE CONCEPT OF MATTER IN THE PHILOSOPHY OF MICHAEL PSELLOS AND JOHN ITALOS
Authors:   Sociological Institute of the Federal Center of Theoretical and Applied Sociology of the Russian Academy of Sciences (St. Petersburg), VARLAMOVA MARIA
Published: February 2024

. In this article, I discuss the concept of matter - both the first matter and the physical matter of the world, that is, elements - in Byzantine philosophy of the 11th century, namely, in the works of Michael Psellos and John Italos. In particular, I am interested in how the concept of matter is interpreted in connection with the idea of Creation and the finiteness of the world. I trace the connection between the philosophy of the 11th century and the late ancient discussions about matter. I focus on Philoponus' arguments against the eternity of the world and his definition of matter as a three-dimensional extension as well as on the Simplicius' analysis of matter as a principle of corporality. However, it is important for me to show not only the dependence of the Byzantine philosophers on Philoponus and Simplicius, but also their autonomy in defining philosophical terms. The intellectual horizon of Michael Psellos' and John Italos' thought, which influences the approach of these philosophers to the discussion of physical concepts, differs from the horizon of late ancient philosophy.
“I’M ALONE WITH MY SOUL…”: ABOUT AL-FĀRĀBĪ’S SOURCES IN HIS “THE HARMONY BETWEEN TWO SAGES”
Authors:   Institute of Philosophy, Russian Academy of Sciences (Moscow), NOFAL FARIS O.
Published: February 2024

The article peers at a problem of attribution in the texts quoted by faylasūf alFārābī in his book ‘The Harmony between Two Sages’. The author proves that regardless of modern Western scholars (P. Adamson, F. Zimmermann) opinion, al-Farabi knew thoroughly vulgate-version of apocrypha ‘Aristotle’s Theology’ well-known to the researchers, used by him while working at the text of ‘The Harmony…’. It also shows that sporadically the thinker referred to the fragments of ‘Elements of Theology’ by Proclus that were included into Arab Aristotle corpus. Separately the article discusses the role of ‘Theology’ by PseudoAristotle in establishment of eastern peripatetics’ mystical teachings.
PLATO’S METAREALISM AS THE DOCTRINE OF BEING, DISCERNED IN THE “DIALECTIC” OF THE PARMENIDES
Authors:   Southern Federal University (Russia), TIKHONOV ANDREY
Published: February 2024

Based on the assumption that the divine is presenting in the “Parmenides”, the author refers to such a tradition of comments on this dialogue, which indicates the presence in it of a certain ontology, namely – “the doctrine of ideas”, which presupposes the fundamental primacy of the “one” (“ideal”) over the “many” (objects of physical world). The nature of the connection between the “one” and the “many” in the “Parmenides” is fixed; the belonging of objects to “ideas” correlates with the process of creation of the physical world, which makes it possible to join Plato's commentators who combine the dialogues “Parmenides” and “Timaeus” into one group of a dialogues describing ontology. However, the difference between “Parmenides” and “Timaeus” is that in “Parmenides” we see the ontology, that can be considered as an ideal construction of physical reality, which was presented in “Timaeus”. The difference in the description of reality allows us to make a hypothesis of the presence of some higher, meta-realistic level of the description of being in Plato's teaching.
BIBLICAL SOTERIOLOGY, M. FICINO’S DOCTRINE OF THE “NUTRITIVE SOUL” IN “PLATO’S THEOLOGY” AND SHAKESPEARE’S SONNET 146
Authors:   St. Petersburg State University (Russia), TANTLEVSKIJ IGOR
Published: February 2024

Sonnet 146 not only stands apart from Shakespeare’s sonnets, but, in fact, is a complete philosophical and theological poetic pamphlet. As for the soteriological context of sonnet 146, which represents the idea of abandoning the concerns of the body and saving the soul by “feeding” it with the body, one could, first of all, note the New Testament passages from apostle Paul about “mortification” of the flesh and fleshly passions for the salvation of the soul: Rom. 8:13 (cf. also: 7:5; 8:7); Col. 3:5 (cf. further, e. g.: 1 Cor. 3:1, 3); Gal. 5:24. But as for the allegory of the soul’s salvation through its “feeding” on the flesh — instead of feeding the flesh, as it is usually done by the people that death “feeds” on — one can see here a reflection and a kind of “reverse” reinterpretation of M. Ficino’s doctrine of the “nutritive/sc. feeding soul” (anima nutritiva), which he develops in his “Plato’s Theology”. Passages of “Plato’s Theology” VII, 9; XIII, 5; VI, 12; XVIII, 9 are particularly representative in this regard. In XVIII, 9 Ficino writes: “If at present the life of the composite man is subject to the conditions of his decay-prone body, in the future it will follow the conditions of the immortal soul. As a result, death will give way to life in accord with the most perfect kind of natural beginnings. Death, which has lost its power, as the prophets tell us, will be swallowed up by life... There will arise... eternal bodies.” By “prophets” here primarily Hosea (13:14), whom the apostle Paul quotes (1 Cor. 15:55 [cf. also: 1 Сor. 15:26; Rev. 21:4]), and Isaiah (25:8 [cf. its reminiscence in 1 Cor. 15:54]; cf. also, e.g.: Isa. 26:19, 41:14; Dan. 12:2, 13) are meant. The last line of sonnet 146 (“And death once dead, ther’s no more dying then” [сf. also: sonnets 55, line 13; 60, line 13; 122, line 4]) correlates with Rev. 21:4, as well as with the passage from Ficino XVIII, 9.
«HELIOCENTRISM» OF JULIAN THE APOSTATE
Authors:   Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University (Kaliningrad, Russia), SVETLOV Roman , KUZNETSOV Nikita V. ,   St Petersburg State University (Russia)
Published: February 2024

Heliocentrism played an important role in the formation of ancient theoretical astronomy. However, as we know, the geocentric theory won the competition. Nonetheless, in the writings of Julian the Apostate we can see the reminiscences if not of the heliocentrism of Aristarchus of Samos then elements of the cosmology of Heraclides Ponticus. The paper points out to what extent these “reminiscences” have a rhetorical character, emphasizing the influence of the heliolatry of the Chaldean Oracles on Julian. It also interprets to what extent the emperor-philosopher himself accepted “unorthodox” models of the universe. Perhaps the intuition that the cosmology of Neoplatonism of the Syrian and Pergamon school deviated from the traditional one for their epoch can be seen in Dmitri Merezhkovsky’s novel The Death of the Gods (Julian the Apostate).
IS LION-HEADED MAN ORPHIC CHRONOS?
Authors:   University of Iowa (USA), SONG JUNYAN
Published: February 2024

This paper discusses the identification of god figure depicted as a man with a lion's head, which has been associated with Aion and equated with Orphic god Chronos. The author challenges the equation of Aion with Orphic Chronos, drawing on evidence from Proclus and Damascius, who both distinguish Aion as a separate entity from Chronos. Additionally, the author presents an attempt to illustrate the Orphic god Chronos based on Damascius' description.
SOCRATES’ ECONOMICS VERSUS ISCHOMACHUS’ ECONOMICS
Authors:   Institute of Philosophy, Russian Academy of Science (Moscow), MISHURIN ALEKSANDR
Published: February 2024

The present study seeks to deepen the understanding of Xenophon’s political philosophy as it is reflected in Socrates’ investigation of economic knowledge in the dialogue titledOeconomicus. The study concentrates on the six conventional parts of the oikos or household (house, things, slaves, land, horses, and wife), which are loosely connected with six facets of human life (pleasure, order, rule, leisure, enrichment, and education), as presented by the perfect gentleman (rich and successful) Ischomachus and his pupil, the (poor and wretched) philosopher Socrates. It demonstrates how the latter, learning Ischomachus’ economic teaching, radically transforms it, simultaneously showing the most serious possibilities lying behind the common notions of economic and political life and the inherent limitations of their fulfillment and threatening to undermine (and, indeed, undermining, in the personal case of Socrates) said ways of life as they are conventionally perceived.
Técnicas de anastomose avançadas em cirurgias gastrointestinais
Authors: Balbino Jessica Rauta , Zanatta Julia Sibelly Wiezorek , Costa Larissy Gabriely Matos , Campos Mariana Souza de , Campos Mariana Souza de , Maroto Felipe Melo , Maia Laysa , Borges Loraine Lucchese , Sousa Samantha Costa de , Pereira Ana Beatriz Piscopo , Sacramento Neidejany de Assunção do
Published: February 2024

Objetivo: Análise crítica das técnicas de anastomose avançadas empregadas em procedimentos cirúrgicos gastrointestinais, incluindo anastomoses mecânicas e anastomoses por grampeadores lineares, avaliando sua aplicabilidade e eficácia em diferentes contextos cirúrgicos. Métodos: Esta revisão integrativa foi conduzida seguindo a estratégia PVO. Foram realizadas buscas na base de dados PubMed com critérios de inclusão que abrangiam artigos em inglês publicados de 2018 a 2023, incluindo 11 estudos após aplicação de critérios de inclusão e exclusão. Resultados: Observou-se que as colectomias robóticas intracorpóreas resultaram em uma recuperação pós-operatória superior e menores taxas de complicações em comparação às colectomias laparoscópicas extracorpóreas. No grupo submetido à anastomose avançada, 13,3% dos pacientes apresentaram complicações, enquanto no grupo que recebeu anastomose convencional, esse índice foi de 15%. Além disso, o uso de grampeadores lineares demonstrou certas vantagens em relação aos grampeadores circulares. Considerações finais: As técnicas de anastomose avançadas empregadas em cirurgias gastrointestinais possuem características tanto favoráveis quanto desfavoráveis. Os grampeadores lineares mostraram melhorias nutricionais pós-cirurgia e menor perda de sangue.
Mental Health Analysis at the University of Dipa Makassar using Naïve Bayes Classifier
Authors: Maulana Andi Ikram , Rismayani Rismayani
Published: February 2024

Maintaining the stability of our mental health as a student and keeping it healthy is one of the most important things to live a healthy mindset to become academically advanced. A good healthy mentality shall produce a positive mindset so that the body can function better emotionally, psychologically, or socially and it will affect the way of thinking. The purpose of this research is to classify mental disorders that are felt by the university students at Dipa Makassar. The results of the classification of mental disorders were carried out on 50 students at the university. 38 students were Identified as having mental disorders while the other 12 students were Unidentified as having mental disorders. Data testing performed on RapidMiner resulted in an accuracy rate of 100%. With this research, it is possible to classify mental disorders felt by the students of Dipa Makassar University
Encapsulation of functional solvents for improved thermal stability in CO2 capture applications
Authors: Taylor Cameron , Klemm Aidan , Al-Mohbobi Luma , Bradford Braden , Gurkan Burcu , Pentzer Emily
Published: February 2024

Herein we address the efficiency of CO2 sorption of ionic liquids (IL) with hydrogen bond donors (e.g., glycols) added as viscosity modifiers and the impact of encapsulating them to limit sorbent evaporation. Ethylene glycol, propylene glycol, 1,3-propanediol, and diethylene glycol were added to three different ILs: 1-ethyl-3-methylimidazolium 2-cyanopyrrolide ([EMIM][2-CNpyr]), 1-ethyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate ([EMIM][BF4]), and 1-butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate ([BMIM][BF4]). Incorporation of the glycols decreased viscosity on average 51% compared to bulk IL. After encapsulation of the liquid mixtures using a soft template approach, thermogravimetric analysis revealed reductions in volatility of 36 and 40 % on average compared to the unencapsulated liquid mixtures, based on isotherms at 25 and 55 °C, respectively. The encapsulated mixtures of [EMIM][2-CNpyr]:1,3-propanediol and [EMIM][2-CNpyr]:diethylene glycol exhibited the lowest volatility (0.0019 and 0.0002 mmol/h at 25 °C, respectively) and were further evaluated as CO2 absorption/desorption materials. Based on capacity determined from breakthrough measurements, [EMIM][2-CNpyr]:1,3-propanediol had lower transport limited absorption rate for CO2 sorption compared to [EMIM][2-CNpyr]:diethylene glycol with 0.08 and 0.03 mol CO2/kg sorbent, respectively; however, [EMIM][2-CNpyr]:diethylene glycol capsules exhibited higher absorptions capacity at ~500 ppm CO2 (0.66 compared to 0.47 mol CO2/kg sorbent for [EMIM][2-CNpyr]:1,3-propanediol). These results show that multiple glycols can be used to reduce IL viscosity while increasing physisorption sites for CO2 sorption and encapsulation can be utilized to mitigate evaporation of volatile viscosity modifiers.
Selected ion monitoring for orbitrap-based metabolomics
Authors: Lu Wenyun , McBride Matthew J. , Lee Won Dong , Xing Xi , Xu Xincheng , Oschmann Anna M. , Li Xi , Bartman Caroline , Shen Yihui , Rabinowitz Joshua D.
Published: February 2024

Orbitrap mass spectrometry in full scan mode enables simultaneous detection of hundreds of metabolites and their isotope-labeled forms. Yet sensitivity remains limiting for many metabolites, including low concentration species, poor ionizers, and low fractional abundance isotope-labeled forms in isotope tracing studies. Here we explore selected ion monitoring (SIM) as a means of sensitivity enhancement. The analytes of interest are enriched in the orbitrap analyzer by using the quadrupole as a mass filter to select particular ions. In tissue extracts, SIM significantly enhances the detection of ions of low intensity as indicated by improved signal-to-noise (S/N) ratios and measurement precision. In addition, SIM improves the accuracy of isotope-ratio measurements. SIM, however, must be deployed with care, as excessive accumulation in the orbitrap of similar m/z ions can lead, via space charge effects, to decreased performance (signal loss, mass shift, ion coalescence). Ion accumulation can be controlled by adjusting settings including injection time and target ion quantity. Overall, we suggest using full scan to ensure broad metabolic coverage, in tandem with SIM for accurate quantitation of targeted low-intensity ions, and provide methods deploying this approach to enhance metabolome coverage.
HEALTH, PHYSICAL FITNESS, AND SKILLS OF FIRST YEAR COLLEGE STUDENTS: EVIDENCE FROM A PHILIPPINE COLLEGE
Authors: G. Santiago Ricardo , C. Ibarra Venus
Published: February 2024

Physical fitness is one of the factors essential for good health and active life. Physical activity and physical fitness are interrelated in the application and health benefits. This study aims to assess the freshmen students’ current physical fitness and determine their physical skill capabilities. Department of Education’s (DepEd) Physical Fitness Test Manual was used as a guide in developing the assessing instrument. Established standards were used to gauge the physical fitness related to health. There are five (5) health-related components of fitness: body composition, flexibility, cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength, and muscular endurance. Skills have six (6) components: agility, balance, coordination, speed, power, and reaction time. The tests were administered to 52 college students out of 100 students who are in their freshmen. Results show that 70% are physically fit, while 30% are not fit. Although most or 33 of the students’ body composition is within the normal range, ten (10) students are underweight, while seven (7) are overweight, and two (2) are obese. Strength tests of 21 students revealed that they did not pass the push-ups test, while 52 or all of them did not pass their curl-up test. These results suggest that the body composition and the strength of the students need improvement. Their lack of exercise could be a factor to consider in improving students’ body composition index and strength. The results of the tests show that students’ flexibility is normal, and their cardiovascular endurance is excellent. T-test results show that there is no significant difference in the skill-related fitness of 16 to 20 age range of students and the 21 years old and above.
ASSESSMENT OF ATTITUDE, PERCEPTIONS AND ACTUAL ENGAGEMENT ON RESEARCH:BASIS FOR TRAINING DESIGN DEVELOPMENT FOR SAN PABLO COLLEGES
Authors: A.C. Barradas Jocelyn , C. Lunar Bernardo
Published: February 2024

The study looked at the attitude towards research and the level of engagement and explored the challenges encountered by the employees in doing research; as basis for the measures to be undertaken to address the challenges in doing research. There were a total 70 teachers, non-teaching staff and administrators who participated in the research study as respondents. The study employed the descriptive method of research. Percentage and weighted mean were used for analysis. The study revealed that the respondents generally have positive attitudes towards research. They perceived research culture, management and practices in San Pablo Colleges to be very good. However, it was found out that the research engagements of employees in San Pablo Colleges are limited. A training design was developed that will help out in building teachers’ engagement in research which will eventually lead out to the formation of research culture among the employees.
THE IMPACT OF DIFFERENT FLOWERS ON HUMAN PSYCHOLOGY: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW
Authors: subedi Abhishek , Hamal Sangita
Published: February 2024

Flowers have been an integral part of human culture and aesthetics for centuries, but their influence extends beyond mere visual appeal. This review paper aims to delve into the intricate relationship between various flowers and human psychology. Through an analysis of existing literature, this paper explores how different flowers can evoke emotions, influence mood, and contribute to well-being. By examining the psychological effects of flowers in various settings, including home environments, healthcare facilities, and workplaces, this review provides insights into the potential therapeutic applications of flower exposure. The findings underscore the need for further research to fully understand the mechanisms underlying the impact of flowers on human psychology.
NON-TEACHING PERSONNEL’S ATTITUDE AND BEHAVIOR TOWARDS TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT IN AN EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION: EVIDENCE FROM A CITY IN THE PHILIPPINES
Authors: A. Reyes Jenina
Published: February 2024

The purpose of the research is to identify the relationship between non-teaching personnel’s attitude and behavior towards training and development in an educational institution in Sto. Tomas City. In this regard, the effects of training and development in an educational institution in Sto. Tomas City on non-teaching personnel’s attitudes and job performance need to be recognized. Personnel are the basic unit of every organization to accomplish certain goals and objectives. A total of fifty (50) non-teaching personnel were the participants of this quantitative study. The descriptive method was used in the conduct of the research. Statistical analysis was used to analyze the data. The findings of the research were grounded in the training and development experiences of the non-teaching personnel in in an educational institution in Sto. Tomas City. Training and development have positive effects on personnel in that they are in an advanced position in relation to their work and can be more competent. Strict adherence to the guidelines for conducting a training and development activity is highly recommended.
RELATIVE IMPEDIMENTS OF CORRUPTION AS CORRELATE OF EDUCATIONAL SUSTAINABILITY IN CROSS RIVER UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, CALABAR: PSYCHOLOGICAL IMPLICATIONS
Authors: Ogar Inongha Nsan
Published: February 2024

The study impediments of corruption as a correlate of educational sustainability in Cross River University of Technology, Calabar: Psychological implications, and possible solutions. Two research questions were posed to guide the study. Two research hypotheses were formulated based on the research questions posed. The total population for the study was four hundred and twenty-five (425) lecturers. The sample of the study was two hundred and six lecturers comprising both males and females. The instrument for data collection was both quantitative and qualitative. To establish the internal consistency of the research instrument, Cronbach’s reliability estimate was analyzed alongside the split-half coefficient estimate. From the data analyzed, the following findings emerged. There is a significant predictive relationship between embezzlement of funds and educational sustainability and there is a significant predictive relationship between abuse of office and educational sustainability. Based on the findings, it was recommended that proper accountability should be ensured on any amount of money given to the management for the development. The lecturers specifically the male should be properly checked for sexual harassment with the female students and effective law enforcement should be put in place to ensure that corruption is stamped out in our educational system.
ADVANCING WOMEN'S HEALTH IN NIGERIA: A REVIEW OF LABORATORY SCIENCE CONTRIBUTIONS DESCRIPTION
Authors: Maduka Chinedu Paschal , Adegoke Adebukola Adejumoke , Okongwu Chiamaka Chinaemelum , Enahoro Amarachukwu , Osunlaja Olukemi , Ajogwu Arinze Emmanuel
Published: February 2024

This review delineates the profound contributions of laboratory science to women’s health in Nigeria, aiming to elucidate the advancements and innovations that have been instrumental in addressing the myriad of health challenges faced by women. The method involved a meticulous examination of the existing literature, focusing on historical contexts, modern developments, diagnostic advancements, and reproductive health interventions, emphasising the practical implications of laboratory science initiatives in Nigeria. The results revealed significant insights into the efficacy of laboratory science contributions, highlighting the obstacles encountered in implementing initiatives and the repercussions for women’s health in Nigeria. The review identified discernible gaps in the literature and offered suggestions for amplified impact on women’s health, outlining potential directions for subsequent research. The conclusion underscored the indispensable role of laboratory science in deciphering the complexities of women’s health, offering a beacon of hope in the quest for enhanced women’s health in Nigeria. The recommendations emphasize the importance of addressing structural sexism in medicine, enhancing food safety, strengthening local capacity, fostering collaboration, and developing holistic and sustainable approaches to improving women’s health. This review provides a foundation upon which future endeavors can be built to elevate the health outcomes of women in Nigeria.
NURSE MANAGERS’ ATTITUDES AND PREPAREDNESS TOWARDS EFFECTIVE DELEGATION IN SELECTED HOSPITALS IN BATANGAS
Authors: A. Templo Jomarie Ann
Published: February 2024

The main problem of the study is to determine the attitudes and preparedness of nurse managers towards effective delegation in selected hospitals in Batangas. Specifically, the study dealt with the attitudes and preparedness of nurse managers in safe and quality care, confidence and trust, commitment to delegate, communication and clarity, handling responsibility and job satisfaction. The study employed the descriptive correlational research design in addressing the questions raised. The statistical treatment of data of frequency and percentage distribution, weighted mean, chi-square and Pearson’s r were calculated. The participants of the study were 31 nurse managers including nursing supervisors, head nurses and charge nurses. In general, the attitudes of nurse managers towards effective delegation are described as to “moderately positive attitude”. The preparedness of nurse managers towards effective delegation are described as “prepared”. Test results showed that there is no significant difference between the respondents when they are grouped according to their profile. However, there is significant relationship between the attitude and preparedness of nurse manager towards effective delegation. From the result, the need for training and continuous professional improvement should be encourage to nurse managers. An enhancement program for the nursing staff is recommended to provide the opportunity for nurses to continuously acquire and develop the skills and attitude towards effective delegation.
Proyectos de CTeI desde la quíntuple hélice
Authors: Palacios Forero Sandra Jullieth , Russi Quiroga Nelly Yolanda , Parra Pedraza Elkin Javier
Published: February 2024

Este capítulo describe la gestión realizada en este proyecto de innovación social por la Gobernación de Cundinamarca, Secretaría de Ciencia Tecnología e Innovación, con el apoyo del operador la Corporación Universidad Minuto de Dios – UNIMINUTO, visto desde la perspectiva de quíntuple hélice. Para ello, se tomaron como referencia los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible, siendo el eje principal el fortalecimiento de la competitividad de la cadena productiva de la guadua en Cundinamarca, con el propósito de robustecer el negocio sostenible de esta planta en el territorio. Por lo tanto, se enfoca en el ciclo de vida del proyecto revisando cada una de las fases de forma secuencial: inicio, planifi cación ejecución, seguimiento, control y el cierre del proyecto. Además, se reconocen las interrelaciones de cada una de las dimensiones presentes, tales como universidad, sociedad, empresa, Estado y medio ambiente. Por último, se da una mirada al futuro de la guadua en Cundinamarca a partir de los avances del proyecto, de la normatividad que favorece su productividad y desde los compromisos y progreso del Plan de desarrollo del departamento de Cundinamarca en este tema.
Liming agricultural soils in Tasmania, Australia, from 1940 to 2020: acidity of the soils and the sources, production, quality control, transport and current patterns of lime use
Authors: Rowe Barry
Published: February 2024

Production and sources of agricultural limestone and dolomite in Tasmania are considered in the context of their geology, the acidity of their surface soils, transport and current patterns of use. The Tasmanian Government paid a rail freight subsidy between 1940 and 1980 to encourage on-farm use of ground lime products. Regulations and registration were adopted in 1955 to ensure minimum standards for neutralising value and particle size. Registration ceased in 2005 when the regulations were changed to align with other Australian states.
The production of ground agricultural liming materials increased from 4 kt in 1940 to 75 kt at the time the transport subsidy ceased in 1980. Subsequently, annual production continued to gradually increase to a peak of 207 kt in 2001, but then declined to an average of 145 kt between 2006 and 2020. Current lime use is substantially in excess of the amount required to neutralise the acidifying effects of nitrogen fertilisers. The evolution in the methods of quarrying, transport, costs and quality control between 1940 and 2020 are reviewed.
Several dozen times more words: A preliminary outline of the development of Esperanto lexicographical publications in Poland
Authors: Cisło Anna
Published: February 2024

The article gives an insight into Esperanto lexicography in the territories of Poland – from the first Vortaro por Poloj (1887) by Ludwik Lazarus Zamenhof, through other compilations, including Antoni Grabowski’s Słownik języka esperanto [Esperanto Dictionary] (1910 and 1916) and Tadeusz Józef Michalski’s Słownik esperancko-polski [EsperantoPolish Dictionary] (1959), to Edward Kozyra’s enlarged edition of Esperanto-English-Polish, English-Esperanto and Polish-Esperanto dictionary (2020). It shows how the general concept of traditional Esperanto dictionary has changed as well as that, although the development of Esperanto vocabulary has been inevitable and natural, there are more features of a good Esperanto lexicographical publication than its length, including short grammar instructions which facilitate the formation of new terms, the clarity of individual entries as well as derivatives, and the consistency of Esperanto dictionaries published in Poland with dictionaries issued in other countries.
Selected cultural elements and allusions in five Polish translations of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s 'The Great Gatsby'
Authors: Warzycki Bartosz
Published: February 2024

The Great Gatsby (1925) is considered the greatest literary achievement of Francis Scott Fitzgerald. Its first Polish translation was published in 1962. Presently, readers in Poland can choose from among six translations of this iconic work, with three of them added in 2021 and 2022, probably as a result of the entry of the book into the public domain in 2021. Fitzgerald, often regarded as a chronicler of the tumultuous Jazz Age in the United States, presents a socio-cultural narrative that invites reflection on how Polish translators dealt with the cultural elements and allusions pervasive in The Great Gatsby. This paper delves into selected cultural elements and allusions within the context of the five Polish translations of The Great Gatsby.
Yük frekans kontrol sistemlerinde gürbüz kararlılık zaman gecikmesi paylarının belirlenmesi
Authors: GÜL Kübra Nur , SÖNMEZ Şahin , AYASUN Saffet
Published: February 2024

Bu çalışma, zaman gecikmesi içeren Yük Frekans Kontrol (YFK) sistemlerinde parametrik belirsizliklerin olması durumunda sistemin gürbüz kararlılık gecikme payı değerlerini hesaplamayı amaçlamaktadır. YFK sistemlerinde frekans kararlılığının sürdürülmesi bakımından çeşitli elektrik verilerinin ölçülerek kontrol merkezine iletilmesi ve kontrol merkezinden frekans kontrol servisine katılım sağlayan santrallere kontrol sinyallerinin iletilmesi gerekmektedir. Bu süreçte, haberleşme ağlarında veri iletimi nedeniyle, zaman gecikmeleri kaçınılmaz hale gelmektedir ve sistemin dinamik performansı ve kararlılığı olumsuz etkilenmektedir. Ayrıca, YFK sisteminin modellenmesinden kaynaklı ve güç sisteminde oluşabilecek belirsizlikler nedeniyle sistem parametrelerinin belirsizlikleri dikkate alınarak haberleşme ağı tabanlı gözlemlenebilecek gecikme değerleri üzerinde böylesi belirsizliklerin etkisi incelenmelidir. Bu amaçla, YFK sisteminde üstel terimin yok edilmesi yöntemi ile Kharitonov Teoremi birlikte kullanılarak sistemin gürbüz kararlılığını sağlayabilen gürbüz zaman gecikme payı değerleri teorik olarak hesaplanmıştır. Teorik sonuçların doğruluğu Matlab/Simulink programı ve QPmR (Quasi Poliynomial Mapping Root Finder) algoritması kullanılarak gösterilmiştir.
CONVERSION TO OPEN CHOLECYSTECTOMY - A SAFE ALTERNATIVE, NOT A FAILURE!
Authors: Singh Gaurav , Behari Anu , Prakash Anand , Singh Rajneesh Kumar , Gupta Ashok Kumar , Kapoor Vinay K , Saxena Rajan
Published: February 2024

Background: Understanding factors that predict conversion in laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) to an open procedure is important as it allows better patient selection, preparation, operating list planning, referral, counseling and lowers the threshold for a safe conversion, thereby minimizing undue prolongation of attempts at laparoscopic completion and inadvertent complications.Methods: Records of 1010 consecutive patients who were taken up for LC, at a tertiary care teaching institute in northern India, were reviewed retrospectively. Preoperative and intraoperative characteristics of patients who underwent a successful LC were compared with those who required conversion to open surgery.Results: The conversion rate was 7.5% (76 patients). The most common reason for conversion was the inability to define the ‘Critical view of safety’ in 48, (63%) of patients. Other reasons included dense peri-cholecystic 9 (12%) and intra-abdominal 8 (11%) adhesions, suspicion of bile duct injury 4 (5%) or malignancy 3 (4%). Prior upper abdominal surgery, intraoperative finding of a contracted and thick-walled gallbladder (GB), empyema GB, Mirizzi’s syndrome, cholecysto-enteric fistula, and a prior endoscopic common bile duct stone clearance were significant predictors of conversion. Xanthogranulomatous cholecystitis was found more commonly (43% vs 5%) in the conversion group.Conclusion: Conversion to an open procedure during LC should always be treated as an integral component of sound judgement to achieve the safest outcome in a particular patient. Due consideration of pre-operative and intra-operative factors predictive of a higher chance of conversion assists pre-operative patient preparation and counseling as well as surgical planning, conduct and mentoring of residents-in-training.
VISUALIZING WOMEN STEREOTYPES: A DESCRIPTIVE ANALYSIS OF THE FILM 'THE GREAT INDIAN KITCHEN'
Authors: Thamanna Aiswarya Thamanna , Subramani R
Published: February 2024

Films have consistently served as a narrative medium reflecting the discourses of male patriarchy in society throughout the ages. In particular, a significant portion of Indian cinema perpetuates male- centric stereotypes, depicting women as the weaker sex—an inaccurate representation of reality. Joe Baby's Malayalam film, 'The Great Indian Kitchen,' meticulously replicates prevalent customs dictating women's roles and explores various aspects of women's emancipation. The film delves into the frustration and discontent experienced by a married woman, highlighting her struggle to conform to the traditional patriarchal roles of being a wife and daughter-in-law. By the film's conclusion, it unravels her journey as she breaks free from the confines of this stereotypical system.This paper aims to focus on the deconstruction of women stereotypes ingrained in our society, with a specific examination of how 'The Great Indian Kitchen,' directed by Joe Baby, portrays and challenges these beliefs within the context of typical Indian societal norms. Employing a discourse analysis method, the film is scrutinized to derive meaningful findings.
PELATIHAN PENGGUNAAN BAHAN AJAR BERBANTUAN FLIP PDF DAN PRESENTASI DENGAN MENTIMETER.COM
Authors: Amnie Erlida , Pathoni Haerul , Pujaningsih Febri Berthalita , Astalini Astalini , Susanti Nova
Published: February 2024

Pendidikan dan pembelajaran secara global telah mengalami perubahan dari era berfokus pada pembelajaran langsung menjadi pembelajaran campuran. Pandemi turut memberikan sumbangsih terhadap pola pembelajaran yang semula daring kemudian diarahkan untuk kembali menjadi pembelajaran luring semi daring. Fenomena adaptasi belajar ini juga dirasakan dalam proses pembelajaran guru yang ada di Kabupaten  Tanjung  Jabung Timur, Provinsi Jambi. Guru mendapatkan tantangan tersendiri untuk merancang kegiatan pembelajaran yang dapat mengembalikan minat dan perhatian peserta didik saat mengikuti kelas tatap muka. Berdasarkan kondisi tersebut, maka dilakukan kegiatan pengabdian yang berfokus pada pelatihan penggunaan Flip PDF sebagai aplikasi pembuat bahan ajar dan dilengkapi dengan penggunaan mentimeter.com sebagai salah satu pilihan pembuatan media presentasi interaktif dalam pembelajaran. Pelatihan ini dilaksanakan di SMA N 8 Tanjung Jabung Timur. Guru diberikan pelatihan penggunaan Flip PDF sebagai bahan ajar elektronik dalam pembelajaran pada sesi pertama.  Guru juga memperoleh pengalaman dalam membuat media presentasi interaktif melalui situs mentimeter.com. Setelah mengikuti kegiatan, guru memiliki keterampilan tambahan terkait pembuatan bahan ajar dan media presentasi yang interaktif selama pembelajaran berlangsung. Pelatihan dalam penggunaan Flip PDF dan Mentimeter dapat menjadi langkah penting dalam meningkatkan kualitas pembelajaran di era digital. Pendekatan ini memberikan guru alat yang kuat untuk menciptakan pengalaman pembelajaran yang lebih interaktif dan menarik. Dengan demikian, upaya untuk meningkatkan kualitas Pendidikan dapat terus ditingkatkan melalui penggunaan teknologi digital yang efektif.
PENANAMAN BIBIT POHON KETAPANG (Terminalia catappa) SEBAGAI UPAYA MENCEGAH BAHAYA EROSI, MENJAGA KETERSEDIAAN AIR TANAH DAN SUMBER PAKAN HIJAUAN TERNAK KAMBING DI DESA PERNEK, KECAMATAN MOYO HULU
Authors: Azis Abdul , Fitriana Maya , Husni
Published: February 2024

Dampak kekeringan saat musim kemarau sangat dirasakan oleh masyarakat Desa Pernek, Kabupaten Sumbawa, yaitu debit air tanah berkurang secara signifikan.  Kondisi ini akan terus memprihatinkan seiring dengan aktivitas masyarakat yang memperluas lahan pertanian jagung hingga merusak vegetasi hutan yang sulit dikendalikan. Tingginya akses masyarakat terhadap hutan KPH Batulanteh dan lemahnya penegakan hukum merupakan faktor terjadinya deforestasi di Pulau Sumbawa. Tujuan pelaksanaan pengabdian ini adalah untuk mengedukasi masyarakat untuk menanam pohon ketapang agar bermanfaat secara ekologi dan ekonomi. Menentukan titik penanaman pohon ketapang agar dapat berfungsi menahan bahaya erosi tanah dan menyimpan cadangan air tanah. Pengabdian yang digunakan dalam bentuk ceramah/penyampaian materi pentingnya mananam pohon dengan mengumpulkan warga, perangkat desa dan perwakilan dari universitas di balai Desa Pernek, kemudian dilanjutkan dengan penanaman pohon ketapang dan pendampingan selama masa penanaman (pemeliharaan) pada titik-titik yang telah ditentukan. Hasil dari kegiatan pengabdian pada masyarakat ini, yaitu meningkatkan pemahaman dan kesadaran masyarakat terhadap perubahan iklim dengan menunjukkan antusiasme dalam mengikuti serangkaian kegiatan pengabdian ini. Berdasarkan hasil survei sebelum diadakan program pengabdian ini bahwa masyarakat kurang memahami dampak kekeringan berupa berkurangnya debit air tanah akibat penggundulan hutan (deforestasi) akibat perluasan area pertanian jagung. Masyarakat belum memahami arti penting dan fungsi tegakan pohon (termasuk pohon ketapang) dalam mengurangi bahaya erosi tanah saat musim hujan. Di sisi lain, masyarakat dapat pengetahuan baru tentang potensi ekonomi dari pohon ketapang, baik pada buah, daun maupun kayu. Program pengabdian ini memberikan dampak positif terhadap warga tentang manfaat penghijauan dan kelestarian lingkungan.
PENGARUH STRUKTUR KEPEMILIKAN DAN ESG TERHADAP EFISIENSI MODAL INTELEKTUAL
Authors: Santoso Karina , Handoko Jesica
Published: February 2024

The progress of the current era of globalization is slowly changing the company's view from a labor-based business to a knowledge-based business. The knowledge-based business is based on the ability and proficiency of the company's individuals. This is what makes the company focus on increasing intellectual capital. Several factors, such as ownership structure and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities, are thought to influence the efficiency of intellectual capital because both reflect the entity's intellectual capital. This research aims to determine the effect of ownership structure (managerial ownership, institutional ownership, foreign ownership, government ownership) and ESG activities on the intellectual capital efficiency of non-financial sector companies listed on IDX in 2018-2022. The purposive sampling technique was used and resulted in 78 companies that met the criteria. The research was conducted using multiple linear regression analysis via SPSS 23. The results of the research show that managerial ownership does not affect intellectual capital efficiency. The research results also reveal that institutional ownership and ESG activities have a positive effect on intellectual capital efficiency. On the other hand, foreign ownership and government ownership have a negative effect on intellectual capital efficiency. The results of the research provide an overview for companies regarding the influence of ESG activities on company reputation, contribution, and quality. On the other hand, ownership variables can provide an overview of the company regarding the influence of share ownership on company decisions.