bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
On Understanding of the Definition of «Labour» in the Aspect Effective Implementation of the New Constitutional Principles
Authors: Batusova E. S.
Published: May 2024

It is necessary to continue analysis of the new understanding of the definition of “labour” proposed by the author in terms of amendments to the Constitution of the Russian Federation approved during the all-Russian vote on July 1, 2020. The purpose of the article is to develop and formulate an innovative concept of labour for the effective implementation in the future of new constitutional principles, which for the first time in the history of labor law were fixed at the level of the Basic Law of the country. In view of this circumstance it is important to reflect the concept “labour” in the Labour code of the Russian Federation in a broad aspect , and in the legislation of the Federal Act “On Employment in the Russian Federation”, equating the concept of “employment” to the definition of “labour” that will allow to define more clearly the implementation of such constitutional principles as: respect for the labour, respect for man of labour; establishing a minimum wage not less than the subsistence minimum of the working-age population in the Russian Federation; ensuring social partnership.The legal consolidation of the definition of “labour” in a broad aspect will contribute to the development of not only labour legislation, but also the theory of labour law in terms of a correct understanding of the nature of such principles as respect for labour and respect for the man of labour, which, in our opinion, should also be fixed in the Labour Code of the Russian Federation . These principles are undoubtedly cross-sectoral in nature, since they are the basis not only of labour law, but also of civil and administrative law.
Fairness of Differentiation of Pension Provision for Medical Workers (Based on Judicial Practice)
Authors: Dzgoeva F. O.
Published: May 2024

The article is devoted to the manifestation of differentiation in social security law. It is concluded that it is necessary to more clearly define the criteria for this differentiation in order to justify and equitably redistribute benefits, taking into account the characteristics of specific population groups. Based on an analysis of judicial practice, the most typical cases of refusal of early pension provision due to the failure to include certain periods of work in the special insurance (“medical”) period of service have been identified. The example of early pension provision for medical workers shows some inconsistency in the legal regulation of the provision of this pension guarantee. It is proposed to determine and formulate the goal of early retirement provision for medical workers; to amend the Labor Code of the Russian Federation in order to clarify the consequences of establishing part-time work for the purposes of early pension provision.
Ev İçinde Şiddet Gören Kadınlarla Adli Tıbbi Görüşme için Bir Model Önerisi
Authors: Gök Çatal Yeşim , Uzunyayla Zuhal , Ünüvar Göçeoğlu Ümit , Ersoy Burcu , Balcı Yasemin
Published: May 2024

Amaç: Kadına yönelik şiddet mağduru olguların adli tıbbi görüşmesi raporlama süreçlerinde önemli bir basamağı oluşturmaktadır. Bu çalışmada kadına yönelik şiddet olgularında tüm birimlere önerilebilecek standardize bir görüşme modeli geliştirmek amaçlanmıştır.
Yöntem: Muğla Eğitim Araştırma Hastanesi Adli Tıp Polikliniği’ne 2020-2021 yılları arasında yakın partneri tarafından fiziksel şiddete maruz kalarak başvuran 18-65 yaş aralığındaki 80 olgu ile prospektif tanımlayıcı bir çalışma planlanmıştır. Olgularla birebir klinik görüşme yapılmış ve üç kuşağı içerecek şekilde sosyodemografik özellikler ve fiziksel şiddetin tüm detay bilgileri alınmıştır. Olguların tanıtıcı özellikleri frekanslarla verilmiş, bağımlı değişken ile bağımsız değişkenler arasındaki ilişki modellemesi Pearson ki-kare testi, Fisher Exact testi ve Spearman Korelasyon Katsayısı ile analiz edilmiştir.
Bulgular: Olguların yaş ortalaması 35,3 yıl, yakın partnerlerin yaş ortalaması 39 yıldır. %66,3’ünde şiddete maruz kalma süreleri 5 yıldan azdır. %95’i beraberinde duygusal-ekonomik şiddet olduğunu bildirmiştir. %53,8’i çocukluğunda şiddete maruz kalmış, %41,3’ü ebeveynleri arasındaki şiddete şahit olmuş, %63,7’si çocuklarına şiddet uygulamaktadır. %40’ında psikiyatrik başvuru olup, psikiyatrik destek alanların %71,9’u bu desteğin kendisine iyi geldiğini aktarmıştır.
Sonuç: Kadına yönelik şiddet adli tıp uzmanları başta olmak üzere tüm hekimlerin ve sağlık çalışanlarının karşılaştığı ciddi boyutları olan bir halk sağlığı sorunudur. Şiddet mağduru kadınla standardize bir klinik görüşme; bir kontrol listesi gibi muayene süreçlerini yönlendirebilecektir. Bu çalışma sonuçları ile tüm birimlerde şiddet gören kadınların adli tıbbi değerlendirmesinde kullanılabilecek standardize edilmiş bir görüşme modeli geliştirilmiştir.
A Corpus-Based Study between L1 and L2 English Academic Experts: Linking-Adverbial Usage in Linguistics Research Articles
Authors: Yue Chunxiao
Published: May 2024

This corpus-based comparative study probes into how Linking Adverbials (LAs hereafter) are employed disparately in Chinese and native professional writers’ research articles of the linguistics discipline. To achieve this, two corpora of research articles composed by Chinese and English native experts are manually compiled, followed by a frequency-plus-difference test as the quantitative analysis and a subjective interpretation as the qualitative analysis. Several findings are revealed in this study: in view of using frequency, Chinese linguistics professionals demonstrate differences in over half of the interested LAs (32 in sum) when compared to English natives. In view of using appropriateness, it is unveiled that not only do Chinese experts overtly use most of the additive and causal/resultative LAs, but they underuse all discussed adversative LAs. There are also some fresh spots where misuse runs through the whole analysis and takes place in all LAs categories, and some LAs usage problems are common in writers with diversified biographic backgrounds including but not limited to non-English L1, academic stage, and linguistic proficiency. With these discussed, the present study culminates in providing new insights into the corpus-assisted instruction and training of English research paper writing for professionals.
Enhancing Understanding of Changes in Solution Rankings with Variations in User Coefficients in AROMAN Method
Authors: Thinh Hoang Xuan , Dua Tran Van
Published: May 2024

Alternative Ranking Order Method Accounting for Two-Step Normalization (AROMAN) is a recently discovered method for Multi-Criteria Decision Making (MCDM). When using it, decision-makers must choose the values of two parameters, one being the value of the synthetic coefficient of normalized values (β), and the other being the value of the correlation coefficient between the quantities of criteria in each form (λ), referred to as user coefficients. Both of these coefficients have values ranging from 0 to 1. In previous AROMAN applications, both coefficients were consistently chosen as 0.5. This study investigates the impact of selecting different values for these coefficients. The investigation was carried out by varying the values of β and λ from 0.1 to 0.9. Results showed that the rankings of options were minimally affected by β and λ values. Notably, the best option consistently remained independent of the values chosen for β and λ.
Zilucoplan: a novel therapeutic approach to treat generalized myasthenia gravis
Authors: Laique Fatima , Mukhtar Sameen , Mohiuddin Mubashir
Published: May 2024

Myasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune neuromuscular disease characterized by muscle weakness due to autoantibodies targeting the neuromuscular junction (NMJ). Zilucoplan, a novel complement inhibitor, has shown promise in managing generalized MG (gMG) by blocking the terminal complement cascade. This article provides an overview of Zilucoplan's pharmacological properties, including its mechanism of action, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics. Clinical trials, including a phase 3 trial (RAISE), have demonstrated Zilucoplan's efficacy in improving muscle strength and function, as measured by the MG-ADL (MG-activities of daily life) score, compared to placebo. The safety profile of Zilucoplan is favorable, with injection-site reactions being the most common adverse event. Notably, Zilucoplan effectively inhibits both wild-type and clinical C5 variants, expanding its potential utility for patients who do not respond well to existing treatments. While further research is needed to assess its long-term safety and efficacy, Zilucoplan represents a valuable addition to the therapeutic armamentarium for managing gMG.
Unlocking hope: talquetamab in multiple myeloma treatment: a bispecific breakthrough targeting CD3 and GPRC5D
Authors: Amir Suhaina , Laique Fatima , Azam Muhammad Mazhar
Published: May 2024

Multiple myeloma (MM) presents a significant global health burden, with disparities in incidence and outcomes reflecting challenges in recognition and treatment. Talquetamab, a bispecific CD3 T-cell engager targeting G-protein coupled receptor family C group 5 member D (GPRC5D), has emerged as a promising immunotherapy for relapsed/refractory MM (RRMM). In August 2023, talquetamab received accelerated approval from the US FDA for RRMM treatment, followed by conditional marketing authorization from the EMA. Clinical trials demonstrated talquetamab's efficacy, with overall response rates (ORR) of 69% and 76% in heavily pretreated RRMM patients. The phase I monumenTAL-1 trial showcased talquetamab's effectiveness, particularly in high-risk MM and extramedullary disease, with ORRs around 71-74%. Subsequent phase 2 results reaffirmed its efficacy, even in patients with prior T-cell redirection therapies. Combination therapy with daratumumab further enhanced talquetamab's efficacy, addressing concerns of T cell exhaustion. Pharmacokinetic studies revealed sustained responses and manageable adverse events with subcutaneous administration, facilitating convenient dosing regimens. However, talquetamab carries risks of cytokine release syndrome (CRS) and neurologic toxicity, necessitating close monitoring and prompt management. Common adverse events included fever, CRS, musculoskeletal pain, and infections, although severe events were infrequent. Vigilant management strategies, including prophylactic measures and supportive care, mitigate these risks. In conclusion, talquetamab represents a significant advancement in RRMM treatment, offering a promising avenue for T-cell redirection therapy. Ongoing research aims to optimize treatment sequencing and combination strategies, fostering improved outcomes for MM patients. Continued investigation will refine the strategic integration of talquetamab and other immunotherapies, paving the way for enhanced treatment efficacy and patient care in RRMM.
A New Perspective of Enterprise Human Resource Management
Authors: Ai Huiyuan , An Shuming , Zhou Jianwen
Published: May 2024

In the new century, the traditional model of enterprise human resource management is facing the challenge of the times, improving the human resource management of enterprises, and must innovate the concept of enterprise human resource management. After the 1950s, some economists established the theory of human capital, not only can more effectively explain the problems of modern social economic growth, but also on the enterprise's human resources management contribution to a positive impact. This paper introduces the concept of human capital and human capital investment into enterprise human resource management, which opens up a new perspective for enterprise human resource management. In this paper, we will first define the characteristics of human capital and the main body of human capital investment, and then analyze the meaning of various human resource management behaviors from the perspective of capital investment, estimate their benefits, costs and risks, and finally use scientific means to establish investment decision model and risk control mechanism, to maximize the effectiveness of human resources, so that the management behavior of enterprise's human can bring more revenue for the enterprises, thereby enhancing the competitiveness of enterprises. At present, the scientific operation of human resources is the key to the healthy development of enterprises.
Research on the Problems and Countermeasures of Salary Management in Small and Medium-sized Enterprises
Authors: Meng Ke , Lu Guiyao , Shen Mingyang
Published: May 2024

Small and medium-sized enterprises as the main body of Chinese enterprises should be an important driving force for China's economic development. However, the problems of salary management faced by small and medium-sized enterprises are increasingly hindering their own survival and development. Whether it is standing on the position of the enterprise or the workers, the pay problem is that they are more concerned about the problem, while the remuneration is also an indispensable modern means of competition and incentives. Salary management is not only indispensable content of enterprise human resources, but also the establishment of modern enterprise system, and optimization of the allocation of social resources requirements. Enterprise salary management operation flexibility or not, directly affect the production and operation management, which will affect the long-term development of enterprises. This paper analyzes the problems of salary management in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), such as unreasonable pay system, lack of forward-looking management system, and so on, and analyzes and discusses their own countermeasures.
UMA PROPOSTA PARA O ENSINO DA TRANSITIVIDADE NUMA PERSPECTIVA SINTÁTICO-SEMÂNTICA E DISCURSIVA
Authors: Moreira Fabiana Pinto
Published: May 2024

Neste artigo, buscamos desenvolver propostas didáticas sobre o ensino da transitividade que possam subsidiar a prática reflexiva dos professores nas aulas de Língua Portuguesa no Ensino Fundamental. Para isso, discutimos a respeito do tratamento que é dado ao fenômeno da transitividade na tradição gramatical e em alguns estudos linguísticos (NEVES, 2007). Por fim,  apresentamos atividades que seguem o viés sintático-semântico e discursivo que acreditamos ser indispensável para o ensino da transitividade na Educação Básica.
DA PERIFERIA PARA O MUNDO: AS VOZES POÉTICAS NA LETRA DIÁRIO DE UM DETENTO
Authors: DE OLIVEIRA ELAINE CORREIA
Published: May 2024

O objetivo deste artigo é basicamente analisar a letra da música “Diário de um Detento” do grupo Racionais MC’s, buscando problematizá-la a partir de estudos sobre a literatura de periferia. O trabalho é dividido em duas partes. A primeira, tendo em vista as apresentações do Hip-Hop, o rap no Brasil, o surgimento do grupo Racionais MC’s, vida e obra e as principais temáticas de suas letras. A segunda parte será direcionada especificamente à análise da letra “Diário de um Detento”, abordando os principais estudos da poesia brasileira contemporânea. Nesse sentido, as interpretações serão conduzidas considerando-se as múltiplas vozes com o objetivo de levantar hipóteses para uma leitura que vá além dos olhares estereotipados dos temas da violência, da pobreza, bem como as abordagens antropológicas, sociológicas e históricas. Desse modo, o que se pretende é identificar os aspectos artísticos e literários presentes na canção.
USOS CONTEMPORÂNEOS DOS VERBOS DEITAR E VOAR NO PORTUGUÊS BRASILEIRO
Authors: BERLANDI ARIELLY FERREIRA , FORTILLI SOLANGE DE CARVALHO
Published: May 2024

Resumo: Este trabalho tem como objetivo apresentar usos dos verbos deitar e voar no português brasileiro, uma vez que seus sentidos primários, estender-se ao comprido e sustentar-se no ar por meio de asas, têm dado lugar a acepções diferentes, passando a se relacionar a expressões como “ter um bom desempenho/sucesso” em alguma atividade. Com base em estudos de autores que lidam com mudança linguística, como Heine et al (1991) e Bybee (1994; 2003; 2010), além de Lakoff e Johnson (1980), será investigada a atuação de mecanismos desencadeadores de alterações semânticas, tais como metaforização, abstratização e generalização de significados, os quais levam os verbos a atuarem em novos contextos. Para coleta dos dados, utilizaram-se a rede social Twitter, os jornais Folha.com, Globoesporte.com e G1.globo.com, todos disponíveis online. Pela enorme quantidade de dados, foram selecionadas as 30 primeiras ocorrências de cada verbo em seus usos mais inovadores, publicadas entre janeiro de 2017 e janeiro de 2019.
A CONTRIBUIÇÃO DA ANÁLISE LINGUÍSTICA PARA A LEITURA E PRODUÇÃO DE TEXTOS
Authors: TRAVAGLIA LUIZ CARLOS
Published: May 2024

Algumas questões sempre acorrem ao espírito do professor dos Ensinos Fundamental e Médio quanto à correlação entre análise linguística e a produção e compreensão de textos: a) a análise linguística pode contribuir para a leitura e a produção de textos?; b) se sim, em que circunstâncias e como? Este artigo, valendo-se da proposição de que se tem dois tipos de análise linguística, propõe que somente um deles contribui para a formação do aluno quanto à leitura e produção de textos e busca mostrar como isso acontece por meio da apresentação de alguns exemplos.
Mestres! E agora? A contribuição do Profletras para a prática docente no cotidiano da escola
Authors: Silva Juliana Ferreira , Alves Pâmella , Ferreto Willian Fernando , Córdula Maíra Sueco Maegava
Published: May 2024

Este estudo pretende, de maneira sistemática, apresentar o Mestrado Profissional em Letras – PROFLETRAS como uma proposta promissora do MEC juntamente com a CAPES para melhorar a prática do professor de língua portuguesa do Ensino Fundamental da rede pública de educação através da formação continuada. Além disso, através do relato de pesquisas desenvolvidas durante o curso, espera-se evidenciar que a reflexão sobre a língua e o ensino em um contexto de utilização das novas tecnologias digitais é uma realidade que precisa ser considerada. Finalmente, o compartilhamento dos resultados obtidos nas pesquisas realizadas pelos autores, alunos egressos, salientam o impacto positivo do programa de pós-graduação sobre sua práxis.
ESPANHOL: PERCEPÇÕES LINGUÍSTICAS E PRAGMÁTICAS DO ALUNO/LEITOR NOS CURSOS TÉCNICOS INTEGRADOS DO IFG/CÂMPUS JATAÍ
Authors: Souza Rita Rodrigues
Published: May 2024

Este artigo refere-se à discussão das percepções dos alunos dos 4ºs anos dos Cursos Técnicos Integrados em Informática e Eletrotécnica em relação às atividades de leitura em língua estrangeira: Espanhol (E/LE). A partir da aplicação e análise de atividade de leitura, questionário semiestruturado, entrevista e confecção de diário de classe obtiveram-se importantes subsídios sobre os "modos" de ler dos discentes, principalmente, no que tange aos aspectos linguísticos e pragmáticos. Empregaram-se, no decorrer da investigação, princípios de um tipo de pesquisa social de base empírica em que há uma relação estreita entre ação ou resolução de um problema coletivo, cuja participação do pesquisador e participantes é ativa, e  esses devem ser representantes da situação ou problema a ser investigado e/ou resolvido; tal pesquisa se denomina, conforme Thiollent (2002) e Gressler (2003), como pesquisa-ação. E, ainda, para a análise e discussão dos dados  usou-se o método qualitativo, segundo Serrano (1998). A fundamentação sobre o contraste de gramática e pragmática se apoia em autores como Reyes (2000), Vidal (2002) e Fiorin (2006).
Experimental Animal Models in Heart Disease
Authors: Gök Ali , Beyazçiçek Ersin
Published: May 2024

Heart diseases constitute a significant global burden of mortality and morbidity. This encompassing word refers to a variety of illnesses, including coronary artery disease, heart failure, myocardial infarction, and valvular heart disease. Given the imperative need to comprehend and address these ailments, experimental studies are indispensable. Experimental animal models serve as indispensable tools in elucidating the mechanisms of heart disease. They are pivotal for developing novel treatments and assessing the efficacy of existing therapies. Among the commonly utilized animal models in heart disease research are mice, rats, rabbits, dogs, and pigs. Each model offers distinct advantages and limitations, allowing researchers to probe specific facets of cardiac pathology and unravel the intricate mechanisms involved in heart disease. In this comprehensive review, it was aimed to provide a succinct overview of the various animal models employed in heart disease research. The advantages and drawbacks of each model were delineated, the aspects of human heart disease they emulate were elucidated, and pivotal research findings facilitated by their utilization were highlighted. By synthesizing this information, it was the endeavor to provide researchers and clinicians with valuable insights into the diverse array of animal models available for investigating heart diseases, ultimately paving the way for enhanced understanding and treatment of these debilitating conditions.
Elementy pragmatyki komunikatywistycznej w wykładach i ćwiczeniach
Authors: Grzegorzewska Anita
Published: May 2024

Proponowana publikacja jest podręcznikiem przeznaczonym przede wszystkim dla studentów kierunków, na których omawia się zagadnienia związane z językoznawstwem, komunikacją społeczną i dziennikarstwem. Oparta na metodologii komunikatywistycznej, opisuje ona w przystępny sposób mechanizmy i reguły rządzące każdą konwersacją. Autorka podzieliła książkę na dwie części. Zarówno w pierwszej części podręcznika, wprowadzającej w różne teorie pragmatyczne, jak i drugiej, poświęconej już wyłącznie ujęciu komunikatywistycznemu, zachowała identyczny układ, obejmujący: merytoryczny opis zjawiska zilustrowany zasłyszanymi wypowiedziami; przykładowe analizy oparte na materiale pochodzącym z dyskursów artystycznego i publicystycznego; inspiracje dla poszukujących zachęcające do lektury pominiętych w opracowaniu metod i technik badawczych; zadania pozwalające na powtórzenie i usystematyzowanie treści merytorycznych oraz ćwiczenia oparte na autentycznych tekstach literackich i dziennikarskich; literaturę pogłębiającą omówione w rozdziale zagadnienia.
Teucrium polium Extract Ameliorates Neurobehavioral, Neurochemical Induced by Nicotine in Brain of Mice
Authors: Alatawi Afaf , Ajarem Jamaan , Alarifi Saud , Al-Shaebi Esam , Khadrawy Sally , Wang Chuanyi , Maodaa Saleh
Published: May 2024

Background: Smoking tobacco is a serious global health problem that is associated with psychiatric disorders and increased mortality rates. Nicotine, the main compound consumed during smoking, causes damage to different organs, especially the brain. The current study assessed the modulatory impact of Teucrium polium extract (TPE) on nicotine-induced behavioral and biochemical, alterations in mice brains. Methods: Twenty-four mice were divided into four groups and treated for three weeks. Group one was control, group two was subcutaneously injected with 2.5 mg/kg nicotine, group three received 100 mg/kg TPE orally, and group four was given 2.5 mg/kg of nicotine subcutaneously after an hour of oral administration of 100 mg/kg TPE. Result: The HPLC results of the plant extract showed the presence of 11 bioactive compounds. Nicotine administration increased anxiety and decreased locomotor activity and forelimb grip strength. Dopamine, serotonin, and acetylcholinesterase activity showed a significant decline in the nicotine-induced group. Treatment with TPE showed anxiolytic effects, modulated muscle strength and locomotor activity. Also, there was an increase in neurotransmitters compared with the nicotine group. In conclusion, TPE protected against nicotine-induced neurotoxicity through modulating behavior and neurotransmitter levels in mice.
Morphology, Reproductive Biology and Anatomy of the Foxtail Orchid, Rhynchostylis retusa (L.) Blume
Authors: Rajan Akhila , Seeja G. , Sreekumar S. , Biju C.K. , Manjima M. , Joy M.
Published: May 2024

Background: Rhynchostylis retusa (L.) Blume, commonly known as the fox-tail orchid, is a promising epiphytic native species for breeding programs. Its’ population is diminishing in the native habitat due to unscrupulous overexploitation and habitat destruction. Hence, conservation of this species attains prime importance. To achieve the foregoing task, phenotypic traits in relation to adaptation are to be elucidated. Methods: In the present investigation, the morphological characters were documented and the correlation between each trait was determined. Furthermore, the anatomy of leaves and roots was documented, as was the stomatal structure and distribution on the abaxile and adaxile surfaces of the leaves. Biometric features of floral characters and reproductive biology such as anthesis, stigma receptivity, pollen production per pollinium, pollen viability, pollination mechanisms, self and cross-compatibility; male sterility, etc. were studied and documented. Observations on capsule development, nature of seeds, seed viability, etc. were also determined. Result: The seed viability tests revealed that about 40% of the seeds are viable. The observations gathered during this investigation can be used to develop conservation, sustainable utilization and genetic improvement strategies for this crop.
REFLEXIVE AND ANTI-CAUSATIVE VERB PRODUCTION REVISITED
Authors: Ilić Nina
Published: May 2024

The aim of the present research was to reexamine the production of reflexive and anti-causative se-verbs in Serbian at different stages of language acquisition after a nine-month period from the first experiment (Ilić, 2019). The results of the first experiment suggest the following order of acquisition: lexical reflexive > true reflexive > anti-causative verbs. Moreover, they speak in favour of the Continuity Hypothesis (Snyder et al., 1995; Snyder & Hyams, 2015), since the children were able to produce reflexive forms correctly from the earliest tested age. The verbs which were tested in both experiments were true reflexive (e.g. kupati se ‘wash oneself’), lexical reflexive (e.g. vrteti se ‘spin’) and anti-causative se-verbs (e.g. otvoriti se ‘open’). A total of sixty subjects belonging to three age groups (40-51, 52-63, 65-77 months, twenty participants in each group) took part in the research. The data collection technique was a verb elicitation task, and the children were asked to name the activities presented in the visual stimuli. The number of tested verbs was the same for each verb type (six per group). The production of verbs across age groups improved in comparison with the first experiment. The production of lexical reflexive verbs was significantly better than the production of anti-causative verbs in the youngest group. Therefore, the results of the follow-up experiment have confirmed the suggested order of acquisition. However, no differences were found in the two older groups, which indicates that the production of more complex verb types improves considerably between the ages of four and five.
Formação docente em contexto neoliberal
Authors: Pereira Maria de Fátima Rodrigues , Schleseneer Anita Helena , Costa Filho Izaias
Published: May 2024

Este texto, assentado nas contribuições, entre outros, de Karl Marx, Antonio Gramsci e Virgínia Fontes, para a explicitação do modo de produção capitalista, tem como objetivo apresentar o desvelamento dos condicionantes das políticas educacionais, mormente aqueles referentes à formação de professores. Nesse sentido, dedica-se ao aclaramento do neoliberalismo como esfera orgânica da sociedade do capital em crise e confisco de espaços democráticos. Analisa e problematiza a subsunção da formação ao empresariamento financeiro, a semiformação e a barbárie dela decorrente, mormente quando se aponta a quem serve a Resolução N.2 de 2019. Essa constatação reclama o retorno às contribuições de Theodor W. Adorno que potencializam a resistência à sujeição do professor à barbárie da semiformação. O que daí decorre e defendemos é que: transformar a experiência educativa em puro treinamento técnico é amesquinhar o que há de fundamentalmente humano no exercício educativo: o seu caráter formador.
Trabalho & cinema
Authors: Melgaço Damaris da Costa Alcídia , Santos Luis Ronaldo dos , Toledo Dimitri Augusto da Cunha
Published: May 2024

O cinema além de retratar vivências de períodos históricos, também pode ser compreendido como um meio educativo revelando possibilidades para o desenvolvimento da perspectiva crítica de análise fílmica. Além disso, é fonte cultural que pode condicionar e constituir dimensões de estruturas sociais. Por conta da relevância do cinema na compreensão destas dimensões, nos propomos a estudar e discutir a categoria Trabalho e às relações de precarização do trabalho e da vida no Brasil, alienação e a mercadorização do trabalhador por intermédio da análise fílmica da película “Sete prisioneiros” (2021). Para tanto, foram escolhidos trechos do filme, os quais foram analisados a partir dos referenciais teóricos de autores como Marx (1818-1883) e Williams (1921-1988). Dentre as principais contribuições deste artigo, destacamos a possibilidade de aproximar e dialogar os campos das Relações de Trabalho e Cinema, através do método de análise fílmica dos Estudos Culturais de Williams como instrumento de análise teórico-empírico.
Biofuel as an alternative for Sub-Saharan Africa’s transition to cleaner energy
Authors: Eluwa Stephen Enyinnaya , Kilanko Oluwaseun
Published: May 2024

Energy plays a vital role in the social and economic development of any nation. Compared to other regions of the world, Sub-Saharan Africa lags behind in energy access. About half of the population lacks access to electricity and other cleaner fuels. With vast arable land and good climatic and soil conditions, Sub-Saharan Africa could address its energy supply challenges through bioenergy. This article reviews the biofuel potential of some Sub-Saharan African countries, the reasons why biofuel is suitable for the region, and the barriers hindering its expansion and development. Findings from the review indicate that some progress has been made in bioethanol and biogas production; however, biodiesel production is still in its infancy stage in the region. Most of the feedstocks for biofuel production are from agricultural waste. Among the countries in Sub-Saharan Africa, South Africa and Kenya have shown great prospects in the development and utilization of biomass resources for the production of cleaner fuels. Biofuel adoption in the energy mix of Sub-Saharan African countries will reduce overdependence on the importation of crude oil, thereby saving huge foreign exchange. It will also provide employment to millions of people in the agricultural value chain through the cultivation of bioenergy crops. In terms of climate change mitigation, biofuel holds great potential in reducing carbon emission associated with fossil fuels.
Synthesis, Characterization, X-ray Molecular Structure, Antioxidant, Antifungal and Allelopathic Activity of a new Isonicotinate-derived meso-Tetraarylporphyrin
Authors: Dardouri Nour Elhouda , Hrichi Soukhayna , Torres Pol , Chaâbane-Banaoues Raja , Sorrenti Alessandro , Roisnel Thierry , Turowska-Tyrk Ilona , Baba Hamouda , Crusats Joaquim , Moyano Albert , Nasri Habib
Published: May 2024

The present article describes the synthesis of an isonicotinate-derived meso-arylporphyrin, that has been fully characterized by spectroscopic methods (including fluorescence spectroscopy), as well as by elemental analysis and by HR-MS. The structure of a n-hexane monosolvate has been determined by single crystal X-ray diffraction analysis. The radical scavenging activity of this new porphyrin against the 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DDPH) radical has been measured. Its antifungal activity against three yeast strains (C. albicans ATCC 90028, C. glabrata ATCC 64677 and C. tropicalis ATCC 64677) has been tested, using the disk diffusion and the microdilution methods. Whereas the measured antioxidant activity was low, the porphyrin showed moderate but encouraging antifungal activity. Finally, a study of its effect on the germination of lentil seeds revealed interesting allelopathic properties.
Pathpoint® eDerma: Advancing Teledermatology - A Comprehensive Literature Review and Clinical Evaluation
Authors: S Balamurugan , Zarrighalam Parisa , Beak Philip , Mahapatra Piyush
Published: May 2024

Teledermatology, the dermatological consultation and diagnosis via digital communication technologies, has become increasingly important in modern healthcare. The integration of teledermatology into clinical practice has gained significant interest, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Numerous studies have shown the effectiveness and reliability of teledermatology, with high levels of patient satisfaction and diagnostic accuracy. Pathpoint® eDerma is a cloud-based dermatology platform that aims to streamline the documentation and management of dermatological conditions. It offers several clinical benefits, including faster diagnosis, reduced unnecessary procedures, improved access to care, and cost savings. The platform follows a comprehensive risk management plan and complies with safety regulations. It undergoes regular recertification and reviews to ensure its safety and effectiveness. The clinical evaluation of eDerma confirms its ability to deliver significant clinical benefits while effectively mitigating risks. The benefit-risk ratio of eDerma is highly acceptable, supporting its use in clinical settings to enhance dermatological care.
AI-Driven Financial Analysis: Exploring ChatGPT's Capabilities and Challenges
Authors: Liu Li Xian , Sun Zhiyue , Xu Kunpeng , Chen Chao
Published: May 2024

This study investigates the transformative impact of ChatGPT, a cutting-edge AI language model developed by OpenAI, on the financial sector. We explore ChatGPT's applications in financial analysis, focusing on its ability to perform tasks traditionally handled by human analysts. By creating a set of multi-step and advanced reasoning financial tasks, and establishing several task-specific evaluation metrics, our experimental results demonstrate that ChatGPT-4o can effectively perform both basic and some complex financial analysis tasks comparable to those executed by humans. However, our empirical evaluation reveals limitations in its performance on complex tasks that require comprehensive understanding and critical thinking. The study highlights the necessity for meticulous task formulation and robust evaluation to achieve consistent functionality. While ChatGPT enhances efficiency in financial analysis, its integration with human expertise remains crucial for effective decision-making. This study contributes to the understanding of AI's role in finance and provides insights into its potential and constraints, guiding future integration of AI technologies in financial practices.
Memristors in the Context of Security: A Brief Meta-Review of the State of the Art
Authors: Tekles Alexander , Mexis Nico , Katzenbeisser Stefan
Published: May 2024

Over the last decade, a lot of research has been conducted on memristors. Most of this research focusses on using memristors for Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications and to fabricate non-volatile memory, but also the security aspects of memristors have been examined. The current study summarises and compares five reviews on the security aspects of memristors. These reviews cover two different perspectives: (1) security applications of memristors such as Physical Unclonable Functions (PUFs) or True Random Number Generators (TRNGs), and (2) potential threats when using memristors to train and store neural networks. The comparison of the reviews reveals that different sets of studies are included in the reviews and different characterisations of the studies are provided. This shows that different perspectives are necessary to get a comprehensive overview of the security aspects of memristors. By synthesising the perspectives of different reviews, this study helps to get such an overview.
Spatiotemporal Variations of Vegetation and Its Response to Climate Change and Human Activities in Arid Areas—A Case Study of the Shule River Basin, Northwestern China*
Authors: He Xiaorui , Zhang Luqing , Lu Yuehan , Chai Linghuan
Published: May 2024

The Shule River Basin (SRB) is a typical arid area in northwest China with a fragile ecology. Un-derstanding vegetation dynamics and its response to climate change and human activities provides essential information for ecological and environmental resource management. This study extracted fractional vegetation coverage (FVC) data from 2000 to 2019 using the Google Earth Engine plat-form and Landsat satellite images, employing trend analysis and other methods to examine spati-otemporal changes in vegetation in the SRB. Additionally, partial correlation and residual analysis were utilized to explore the response of FVC to climate change and human activities. The main results were as follows: (1) The regional average FVC in the SRB showed a significant upward trend from 2000 to 2019, increasing by 1.3 × 10−3 y–1. The area within 1 km of roads experienced a higher increase of 3 × 10−3 y–1, while the roadless areas experienced a lower increase of 1.1 × 10−3 y–1. Road construction from 2004 to 2006 significantly reduced the FVC within 200 meters of the roads. FVC spatial heterogeneity in the SRB is significant. (2) Partial correlation analysis shows that FVC has a strong positive correlation with precipitation and surface water area, with correlation coefficients of 0.575 and 0.744, respectively. There is a weak negative correlation between FVC and land surface temperature (LST). FVC changes are more influenced by precipitation than by LST. (3) Compared to climate factors, human activities have a greater impact on vegetation dynamics in the SRB. The contributions of climate change to vegetation recovery are increasing. (4) The area changes of dif-ferent land types are closely related to climate factors and human activities, reflecting their impact on vegetation. These results provide valuable information for ecosystem restoration and environ-mental protection in the SRB.
AMS-MLP: Adaptive Multi-Scale MLP Network with Multi-Scale Context Relation Decoder for Pepper Leaf Segmentation
Authors: Fang Jiangxiong , Jiang Chao , Liu Huaxiang , Jiang Houtao , Fu Youyao
Published: May 2024

Pepper leaf segmentation plays a crucial role in monitoring pepper leaf diseases in various backgrounds and ensuring the healthy growth of peppers. However, existing transformer-based segmentation methods suffer from computational inefficiency, excessive parameterization, and limited utilization of edge information. To tackle these challenges, we propose an adaptive multi-scale MLP framework, named AMS-MLP, which combines the multi-path aggregation module (MPAM) and the multi-scale context relation mask module (MCRD) to refine the object boundaries in pepper leaf segmentation. AMS-MLP consists of an encoder-based network, an adaptive multi-scale MLP (AM-MLP) module, and a decoder network. In the encoder network, the MPAM module effectively fuses five-scale features to generate a single-channel mask, improving the accuracy of pepper leaf boundary extraction. The AM-MLP module divides the input features into two branches: the global multi-scale MLP branch captures long-range dependencies between image information, while the local multi-scale MLP branch focuses on extracting local feature maps. Adaptive attention mechanism is designed to dynamically adjust the weights of global and local features. The decoder network incorporates the MCRD module into the convolutional layer, enhancing the extraction of boundary features. To verify the performance of the proposed method, we conducted extensive experiments on three pepper leaf datasets with different backgrounds. The results demonstrate mIoU scores of 97.39%, 96.91%, and 97.91%, as well as F1 scores of 98.29%, 97.86%, and 98.51%, respectively. Comparative analysis with U-Net and state-of-the-art models reveals that the proposed method dramatically improves the accuracy and efficiency of pepper leaf image segmentation.
The Variation Analysis of Antioxidant Activity and Chemical Composition on Repeated Thermal Treatment of by-Product of the Red Ginseng Manufacturing Process
Authors: Wang Yu-Dan , Zhang Hui-E , Han Lu-Sheng , Feng Hou-Jian , Li Gen-Yue , Yang Kai-Li , Zhao Yuan , Wang Jia-Qi , Lai Yang-Bin , Chen Chang-Bao , Wang En-Peng
Published: May 2024

Abstract: Steamed ginseng water (SGW), the by-product generated from the heated processing of red ginseng, with high content of active substances, better skincare activities, and large amount output ineffective utilization, resulted in environmental pollution and resource waste. In current study, UHPLC-Q-Exactive-MS/MS liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry and multivariate statistical analysis were conducted to characterize the compositional features of the repeated thermal-treated SGW. The total sugar content, total sugar content, total reducing sugar content, total non-reducing sugar content, DPPH, ABTS+, Fe3+ reducing capacity, and the hydroxyl radical scavenging abilities were employed to evaluate the gross contents variation connect with anti-oxidant activities during heat processes. The result revealed the SGW content and antioxidant activity were highly correlated, the 7th SGW sample showed the highest content and the strongest ability on anti-aging capacities. 38 significant common differential markers were screened, by the four compared SGW groups (1- and 3-, 1- and 5-, 1- and 7-, and 1- and 9) through OPLS-DA analysis. The current study showed that the thermal proceeding times could be a vital index value during the recycling operation quality control of SGW, which has a huge potential in anti-aging cosmetic raw materials, In the meanwhile, our results provided a green, sustainable, low-cost thinking of rational application on ginseng resource.
Logistics Performance Index of Africa: An Indicator for Türkiye and Africa Trade Relations?
Authors: Mercan Yasin , Aydın Hakan
Published: May 2024

The logistics performance of countries is important in trade flows. As part of the supply chain process, logistics is the backbone of trade processes. In this direction, the Logistics Performance Index (LPI) put forward by the World Bank can be considered as an indicator. With the LPI, countries have the opportunity to evaluate the effectiveness of their activities in trade and logistics. The aim of the study is to rank and analyze African countries with the integrated Entropy-MOORA Reference Approach using the LPI values for 2023. In order to increase the depth of the study, an evaluation is made based on the trade data between Türkiye and African countries for 2022. The study aims to rank African countries on the basis of six criteria defined by the MOORA Reference Approach and to provide a perspective on the development of Türkiye’s trade relations with African countries in line with trade figures. According to the results of the study, South Africa ranks first, Botswana second, and Libya last in the ranking of LPI countries. Türkiye’s trade volume with the continent, South Africa ranks fifth, Botswana fifty-third, and Libya third. Therefore, there is no correlation between LPI and trade data in current situation.
A Solar Photovoltaic Performance Monitoring and Statistical Forecasting Model Using a Multi-Layer Feed-Forward Neural Network and Artificial Intelligence
Authors: Kumaravel G. , Kirthiga S. , Al Shekaili Mohammed Mahmood Hamed , AL Othmani Qais Hamed Saif Abdullah
Published: May 2024

إن الطبيعة الطبوغرافية لسلطنة عمان تجعل نظام الطاقة الشمسية خيارًا قابلاً للتطبيق وموثوقًا لإنتاج الطاقة بكميات كبيرة في سوق الطاقة المتجددة. تشهد العديد من المناطق الصحراوية في عمان مستويات عالية من الإشعاع الشمسي. وهذا مناسب للأنظمة الكهروضوئية لأن كفاءتها تعتمد بشكل أساسي على الإشعاع الشمسي. ومع ذلك، في التطبيقات في الوقت الفعلي، تؤثر العديد من العوامل البيئية على كفاءة الألواح الشمسية وبالتالي على أدائها. في هذه المقالة، تم اقتراح الشبكة الطبيعية (العصبية) الأمامية متعددة الطبقات (MFFN) لتتبع أداء نظام الطاقة الشمسية الكهروضوئية من أجل استبدال أو تحسين أداء نظام الطاقة الشمسية الكهروضوئية بناءً على حالته الحالية. يتم استخدام خوارزمية الانتشار العكسي (BPA) لتدريب MFFN.
Blood Flow Restriction Exercise in the Perioperative Setting to Prevent Loss of Muscle Mass in Patients with Pancreatic, Biliary Tract, and Liver Cancer: Study protocol for the PREV-Ex Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Anandavadivelan Poorna , Cardinale Daniele , Blomhoff Rune , Sunde Berit , Lassen Kristoffer , Kleive Dyre , Sturesson Christian , Gilg Stefan , Raastad Truls , Mijwel Sara
Published: May 2024

Background: Patients diagnosed with pancreatic, biliary tract, and liver cancer often suffer from a progressive loss of muscle mass. Given the considerable functional impairments in these patients, high musculoskeletal weight loads may not be well tolerated by all individuals. The use of blood-flow restricted resistance training (BFR-T) which only requires low training loads may allow for a faster recovery of muscle due to avoidance of high levels of mechanical muscle stress associated with high-load resistance exercise. This study aims to investigate whether BFR-T can prevent or slow down the loss of skeletal muscle mass and enhance functional capacity and mental health of patients with pancreatic, biliary tract, and liver cancer.
Methods: The PREV-Ex exercise trial is a multicentre two-armed randomized-controlled trial. Patients will be randomized to an exercise program consisting of home-based low-load BFR-T during a pre- and postoperative period for a total of 6-10 weeks, or to a control group. Protein supplementation will be given to both groups to ensure adequate protein intake. The primary outcome, skeletal muscle thickness and muscle cross-sectional area will be assessed by ultrasound. Secondary outcomes include: i) muscle catabolism related and inflammatory bio-markers (molecular characteristics will be assessed from a vastus lateralis biopsy and blood samples will be obtained from a sub-sample of patients); ii) Patient-reported outcome measures (self-reported fatigue, health-related quality of life, and nutritional status will be assessed through validated questionnaires); iii) Physical fitness/performance/activity (validated tests will be used to evaluate physical function, cardiorespiratory fitness and maximal isometric muscle strength. Physical activity and sedentary behaviour (assessed using an activity monitor); iv) Clinical outcomes: hospitalization rates and blood status will be recorded from the patients’ medical records; v) Explorative outcomes of patients’ experience of the exercise program will be evaluated using focus group/individual interviews. Discussion: It is worthwhile to investigate new strategies that have potential to counteract the deterioration of skeletal muscle mass, muscle function, strength, and physical function, all of which have debilitating consequences for patients with pancreatic, biliary tract, and liver cancer. The expected findings could improve prognosis, help patients stay independent for longer, and possibly reduce treatment related costs.
Trial registration: Clinicaltrials.gov, NCT05044065, date of registration: September 14th 2021, https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT05044065