bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
PERAN DIET MEMPERLAMBAT PENURUNAN FUNGSI MATA DAN RISIKO AGE RELATED EYE DISEASES
Authors: Simarmata Murni Marlina , Maryani Febri , Doringin Ferry , Habiba Putri Ghanim Septia
Published: November 2024

Penurunan fungsi mata dan risiko penyakit mata terkait usia (age-related eye diseases) menjadi masalah kesehatan yang signifikan seiring bertambahnya usia, dengan kondisi seperti katarak, degenerasi makula terkait usia (AMD), glaukoma, dan presbiopia yang dapat mempengaruhi kualitas hidup. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi peran diet dalam memperlambat penurunan fungsi mata serta mengurangi risiko penyakit mata terkait usia pada populasi lansia. Melalui metode kualitatif dengan informan berusia 50 tahun ke atas sebanyak 15 informan. Penelitian ini menemukan bahwa konsumsi makanan kaya antioksidan (seperti vitamin A, C, E), asam lemak omega-3, serta karotenoid seperti lutein dan zeaxanthin, berhubungan dengan penurunan yang lebih lambat dalam fungsi visual dan pengurangan risiko penyakit mata terkait usia. Selain itu, pola makan yang seimbang, rendah lemak jenuh dan gula, dapat memperlambat perkembangan glaukoma dan katarak. Sebaliknya, diet buruk yang tinggi makanan olahan dan rendah mikronutrien meningkatkan risiko degenerasi makula dan glaukoma. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa diet sehat memainkan peran penting dalam menjaga kesehatan mata dan memperlambat proses penuaan mata, serta mengurangi prevalensi penyakit mata terkait usia. Oleh karena itu, penerapan pola makan sehat sejak dini sangat disarankan untuk mencegah penurunan fungsi mata di usia lanjut.
Chatbots in Cybersecurity: Enhancing Security Chatbot Efficacy through Iterative Feedback Loops and User-Centric Approaches
Authors: Thawbaan Adam , Emmanuel Song , Dusserre Gilles , Ahmed Nasir Baba , Babatunde Zahir , Isa Lawan Mohammed , Job Danladi Ayuba
Published: November 2024

Chatbots are of continuous importance in our interactive lives. Although used in several domains, there are questions about its security assurance; therefore, there is a need to know its capabilities, limitations, and challenges in cybersecurity. The research explores the use of chatbots in enhancing cyber defences and their potentials. It examines chatbots’ current applications in cybersecurity, including IT services, information protection, and user education. Furthermore, the research proposes implementing an Intelligent Chatbot Security Assistant (ICSA) model on WhatsApp to detect and respond to cyberattacks based on user conversations and identifies the challenges with this implementation. To address these challenges, it suggests incorporating enhanced privacy measures, real-time monitoring, rigorous evaluation and validation, and concludes with user-centric design principles using iterative feedback. This research provides valuable insights into the use of chatbots in cybersecurity, their current level of research and implementation as a cybersecurity tool, and directions for future research.
Venture Capital Financing and Entrepreneurial Innovation: Pathways to Economic Transformation
Authors: Noombo Clive , Mwange Austin , Mwale Pharaoh
Published: November 2024

This article explores the transformative role of venture capital financing in fostering entrepreneurial innovation and its implications for economic growth and technological advancement. By analyzing historical and contemporary practices, the study examines how venture capital enables startups to overcome financial constraints and scale innovations in high-risk, high-reward industries. The paper highlights key mechanisms such as staged financing, syndication, and strategic guidance, emphasizing their role in shaping innovative ecosystems. However, it also addresses the limitations of venture capital, including its short-term focus and uneven funding distribution. Through case studies and theorsetical insights, the article underscores the critical interplay between venture capitalists and entrepreneurs, revealing how their alignment or discord can influence innovation trajectories. The findings advocate for a balanced approach that mitigates inherent risks while maximizing the potential of venture capital to drive technological and economic transformation.
MERCADO E REAÇÕES DOS CONSUMIDORES FRENTE À TAXAÇÃO DE IMPORTAÇÕES NO BRASIL – ANÁLISE RESTROPECTIVA E PERSPECTIVA
Authors: Rocha Lara Ferreira , De Moraes Nathaly , Gonçalves Sandro
Published: November 2024

O estudo aborda a evolução da política de importação brasileira entre 1987 e 1998, período marcado por significativas transformações estruturais. Durante esse intervalo, as reformas tarifárias passaram por quatro fases distintas: inicialmente, com a redução das tarifas nominais e efetivas, a reforma buscou eliminar barreiras redundantes e racionalizar a alocação de recursos. Entre 1991 e 1993, houve a eliminação de barreiras administrativas e regimes especiais, e, em 1994, observou-se uma aceleração nas reduções tarifárias, resultando em déficits comerciais. Entretanto, entre 1995 e 1998, houve um retrocesso no processo de liberalização, com o aumento de tarifas e a retomada de barreiras não tarifárias. A análise conclui que, apesar desse retrocesso, as reformas resultaram em uma significativa abertura comercial, reduzindo as tarifas e diminuindo a intervenção governamental. O estudo também destaca o papel privilegiado do setor automotivo, que manteve altos níveis de proteção. A análise mais recente sobre a "taxa das blusinhas", imposta em 2024, e revela os desafios enfrentados pelo Brasil ao tentar equilibrar a proteção da indústria nacional e a competitividade internacional.
O AUMENTO DO USO DE ANSIOLÍTICOS EM MULHERES NA MENOPAUSA: UMA REVISÃO
Authors: Rodrigues Heitor Guedes , Moreira Yasmin Cabral
Published: November 2024

Os ansiolíticos são utilizados por mulheres na menopausa para aliviar a ansiedade. O aumento da prescrição desses medicamentos reflete a crescente necessidade de tratamento para os sintomas da menopausa, além da falta de opções terapêuticas não farmacológicas mais difundidas e acessíveis. O estudo se objetiva descrever os fatores que contribuem para o aumento do uso de ansiolíticos em mulheres na menopausa. Trata-se de um estudo de revisão bibliográfica, qualitativo e exploratório, com o tipo de pesquisa descritiva. A coleta de dados foi realizada nas plataformas Scielo (Biblioteca Eletrônica Scientific Eletronic Library Online), LILACS (Literatura Latino-americana e do Caribe em Ciências da Saúde) e Harzing Publish or Perish, partindo pelo uso dos termos descritos no DeCS (Descritores em Ciências da Saúde): “Fármaco Ansiolítico”; “Menopausa”; e “Cuidados Farmacêuticos”, nos idiomas inglês e português, compreendendo os anos de 2014 a 2024. Entende-se que a abordagem farmacêutica pode contribuir na redução de efeitos colaterais, resultando na minimização de riscos como a dependência ou interações medicamentosas adversas com a adoção de protocolos clínicos que visibilizem o controle de complicações associadas ao uso prolongado de ansiolíticos. Conclui-se que o aumento do consumo de ansiolíticos por mulheres na menopausa está ligado a diversos fatores biológicos e psicossociais que influenciam a ansiedade nesse período. N entanto, com o aopio do farmacêutico sobre o controle de efeitos esperados e reações adversas é possível de melhorar a qualidade de vida dessas mulheres de maneira segura e eficaz.
The Impact of Online Resources via Personal Devices on English-Majored Students’ Learning Practices
Authors: Nguyen Van Long
Published: November 2024

This study examines the role of online resources accessed through personal technological devices in the learning practice of English-majored students. Eighty students were involved in this investigation; the author used a qualitative approach to analyze students' weekly news reports and semi-structured interviews. The findings indicate that the students have consistently used their smartphones and laptops for reading practice due to their leveled news content. Students perceived this practice positively, acknowledging its benefits for learning vocabulary, developing reading skills, and enhancing background knowledge. They reported improved vocabulary acquisition through word family and collocation learning, enhanced reading speed through skimming, and increased knowledge of current affairs. The study highlights the advantages of this practice, such as portability, convenience, and resource availability, while acknowledging minor drawbacks like note-taking difficulties. Other recommendations are class discussions, bonus marks to motivate the students, discipline, reading of specific topics, and construction of online learning platforms. Generally, this paper indicates that online resources and PTDs shall be helpful in enhancing the actual practice of reading in English-majored students.
Examining English-Majored Students’ Performance and Attitudes towards ChatGPT and an Online Dictionary for Lookup
Authors: Mai Hoang Viet , Tran The Phi
Published: November 2024

It is true that the recent boom of artificial intelligence (AI), together with generative AI, has substantially transformed language education in myriad facets. In this context, powerful AI chatbots like ChatGPT, Bing AI, or Gemini have become worthy competitors to dictionaries. Hence, the aims of this study were to (1) compare the performance of English-majored students in doing receptive and productive lexical tasks when using ChatGPT and online Oxford Learner’s Dictionaries (OLD) as consultation tools and (2) investigate their attitudes towards these two tools in language learning. A quasi-experiment was conducted with 60 Vietnamese English-majored students at Saigon University to achieve these objectives, followed by a questionnaire. The results revealed that students with the assistance of OLD had higher mean scores than those with ChatGPT in the receptive tasks, while the opposite is true for the productive ones. In addition, ChatGPT contributed to noticeably higher improvement scores between the pre-test and post-test in both receptive and productive tasks. In addition, the students also showed positive attitudes towards these tools for their language learning. These findings can provide valuable insights into the current picture among language education, AI, and dictionaries.
FROM DOMESTICITY TO THE DOCKET: EXAMINING THE JUDICIALIZATION OF PRIVATE LIFE AND ITS IMPACT ON VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN
Authors: Coutinho Ana Rita Costa , Gutiérrez-Murillo Roberth Steven , Constant Clarissa Constant de , Grossi Márcio Lima , Grossi Patricia Krieger
Published: November 2024

This paper examines the lived experiences of violence among Brazilian women who had coped with abuse at the hands of their husbands, partners, or boyfriends and had sought a protective measure. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 18 women. The data was subjected to Discourse Analysis using Spink's method of meanings association. The findings indicate that these women experienced a range of forms of violence, including emotional, physical, economic, and sexual abuse. Some women remained in violent relationships for an extended period, in part due to an idealized romantic notion of a "prince charming" and "caregiver" who would protect them from the dangers of the external world, a reinforced belief by the internalization of patriarchal values. When these women attempted to interrupt the cycle of violence and sought assistance, they encountered a justice system that was unable to safeguard them. The lack of operator training emerges as a significant finding, contributing to the revictimization of women. Women frequently experienced blame for the abuse and felt helpless in their efforts to protect their children. The results of our study indicate that women frequently experience feelings of insecurity when disclosing their life stories in a public setting. The justice system is ineffective when it perpetuates gender-traditional stereotypes without considering the dynamics of violence within intimate relationships. These dynamics are reinforced by the power imbalance between men and women within a patriarchal society.
O CONTEXTO DO PROCESSO DE APROPRIAÇÃO DA TERRA NO BRASIL, SUAS DISPUTAS DE USO E SIGNIFICADO
Authors: Sento-Sé Jairo Ramos Coelho Lins de Albuquerque , Andrade André Luis Sodré de , Santos Matheus Braz dos
Published: November 2024

O presente artigo é uma breve revisão bibliográfica perpassando por alguns momentos relevantes do processo de apropriação de bens ambientais no Brasil. O objetivo aqui é considerando a contextualização histórica do tema no país auxiliar na compreensão dos conflitos e regramentos que envolvem a estrutura fundiária do país e dos discursos e os (as) personagens envolvidos nas disputas em torno do uso, significado e apropriação da terra no Brasil.  A pesquisa utiliza uma metodologia de análise qualitativa, de abordagem hipotético-dedutivo, adotando-se técnica de pesquisa bibliográfica e documental, em que se visita a legislação e a literatura especializada produzida no Brasil. A realidade fundiária do país não só demonstra a gigantesca desigualdade existente na sociedade brasileira, como também é resultado de um processo histórico de uma construção nacional marcada pela violência, pela grilagem e por diferentes projetos de uso e de significado.
O INTERESSE RECURSAL DO VENCEDOR NO INCIDENTE DE RESOLUÇÃO DE DEMANDAS REPETITIVAS PARA FIXAÇÃO DE TESE COM EFICÁCIA NACIONAL
Authors: Sento-Sé Jairo Ramos Coelho Lins de Albuquerque , Andrade André Luis Sodré de , Santos Matheus Braz dos
Published: November 2024

Com o advento do CPC-2015, ganhou muita força a ideia dos precedentes vinculantes, como uma forma de tornar a jurisprudência mais estável, íntegra e coerente, conforme dispõe o art. 926 do CPC. O presente artigo visa investigar a ideia do interesse recursal a partir da lógica dos precedentes vinculantes. Para tanto, parte-se das noções básicas de interesse de agir e de interesse recursal. Em seguida, passa-se a mostrar como o CPC imputa vinculatividade e obrigatoriedade a alguns precedentes, como o IRDR (incidente de resolução de demandas repetitivas). A metodologia utilizada neste artigo foi a revisão bibliográfica da literatura especializada e o estudo da jurisprudência. Chega-se à conclusão de que o conceito tradicional de interesse recursal não é suficiente para lidar com as inovações sistêmicas decorrentes da obrigatoriedade de precedentes, apontando pontos em que a construção conceitual do interesse recursal merece mudanças.
Необхідність упровадження механізму діагностики елементів економічної безпеки підприємства під час антикризового управління
Authors: Хортюк В. В. , Бурячок Я. Є. , Лопащук В. О.
Published: November 2024

У статті досліджується актуальна проблема створення механізму діагностики елементів економічної безпеки підприємства в умовах антикризового управління. Розглядається системний підхід до оцінки економічної безпеки, який включає в себе комплексний аналіз фінансових показників, оперативних ризиків і можливих внутрішніх та зовнішніх загроз. Зазначено, що для того, щоб реалізувати механізм діагностування елементів економічної безпеки підприємств при антикризовому управлінні, необхідно враховувати діагностичну спрямованість, класифікувати види економічної діагностики підприємств, виявити та позначити етапи реалізації частин діагностичного процесу для системи економічної безпеки підприємств. Розроблено комплексну схему діагностики зовнішніх причин, які мають прямий вплив на економічну безпеку підприємства, з фокусом на аналіз ринку сировини, яка включає оцінку тенденцій ринку, розподіл ринкових сегментів, конкуренцію серед підприємств, що користуються аналогічними ресурсами, та детальний аналіз постачальників. Обґрунтовано, що цей підхід дозволяє своєчасно виявляти потенційні загрози та ризики на зовнішньому ринковому середовищі та розробляти стратегічні рішення для забезпечення економічної безпеки і стійкості підприємства. Отримані результати дозволили зробити класифікацію видів економічної діагностики підприємства. Визначено та ідентифіковано етапи впровадження елементів діагностики системи економічної безпеки підприємства. Доведено, що одним із заходів для впровадження механізмів діагностики елементів економічної безпеки підприємства є впровадження заходів, що сприяють вирішенню таких завдань: обчислення меж допустимого значення ресурсів і встановлення прогресивних норм витрат різних видів ресурсів. Робота має теоретичне значення для розробки стратегій антикризового управління та практичне значення для підприємств у підвищенні їх економічної безпеки. Визначено організаційні заходи з точки зору антикризового управління на підприємстві,  включають в себе: "швидке реагування антикризового управління" в рамках структурних підрозділів, відповідальних за ліквідацію кризи та стабілізації системи; підвищення якості управління на підприємстві; перехід до ефективних технологій. Оригінальність роботи полягає у сформованому підході до діагностики елементів економічної безпеки під час кризового управління та вказує на потребу у подальших дослідженнях у цій області.
Preterminal protein, the achilles heel of adenoviridae: Implications for adenoviral infections
Authors: Walsh Harold A
Published: November 2024

BACKGROUND

Adenoviruses pose a serious health risk particularly in the absence of any clinically approved treatment. As adenoviral infections are quite frequent and recent outbreaks manifest more virulent variant strains, the need to develop an effective treatment remains a priority. The adenoviral protein, preterminal protein (pTP), is one of the key common products of the viral lifecycle as it is necessary to initiate viral replication and hence the infection process. This makes pTP a potential chemotherapeutic target in the search for and development of an effective treatment for adenoviral induced infections. Here we report, for the first time, that glycosylation of pTP in situ prevents binding to ssDNA in vitro .

AIM

To explore whether specific structural tailoring of the adenoviral protein pTP, imparts the potential to scupper the viral replication process.

METHODS

All chemicals used were of reagent grade. Overexpression of pTP was achieved using the ‘BAC to BAC’ expression system. The presence and relative concentration of the protein was determined throughout the incubation period by the Bradford assay. The pTP was identified by MALDI-TOFF and sodium dodecyl sulphate polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis. For the removal of the aminosugar, a deglycosylase enzyme kit from PROZYME was used. Purification of cloned pTP (6xHis) was done with a ssDNA cellulose column followed by a Ni-NTA column. His-tags were excised with the Tobacco etch virus protease. Protein fractionation was performed with a fraction collector coupled to a UV detector (280 nm) from Pharmacia.

RESULTS

The pTP overexpressed in insect cells (Spodoptera frugiperda ) (> 96 hours), is unable to bind to ssDNA in vitro . Treatment of this unbound protein with a deglycosidase enzyme that is specific for the removal of truncated unsubstituted O-linked Galβ(1-3)GalNAc-α1 disaccharides bound to Thr or Ser in a glycoprotein, restores binding to ssDNA. Data is presented as a linegraph for both the glycosylated and the deglycosylated proteins. Each point represents the mean of triplicate experiments (from different batches). Means and standard deviation were calculated and plotted on a line graph (with error bars).

CONCLUSION

The finding that glycosylation of cloned pTP in situ prevents binding to ssDNA in vitro could aid in the development of an effective treatment of adenoviral infections and/or as an adjunct to complement other anti-adenoviral chemotherapeutic strategies.
Hybrid Cryptography DNA-Based Vigenère Cipher for Secure File Encryption
Authors:   Department of computer Applications, Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College (Autonomous), Puducherry  605008, India,, Karunamurthy Dr.A , Sathiyaraj S ,   Department of computer Applications, Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College (Autonomous), Puducherry  605008, India,
Published: November 2024

This project introduces an innovative web application
that integrates DNA-based cryptography with the
Vigenère cipher to ensure secure file encryption and
decryption. The encryption process begins with
converting text content into its binary representation,
which is then transformed into a corresponding DNA
sequence. The DNA sequence is further mapped into
protein sequences using the standard amino acid codon
table. To enhance security, the protein sequence
undergoes encryption using the Vigenère cipher, with a
user-provided encryption key. The resultant encrypted
message is securely stored in a MySQL database. The
decryption functionality is designed for user
convenience and security. The web application
provides an interface listing all encrypted files stored
on the server. Users can download and decrypt the files
using the same key employed during encryption. The
decryption process restores the encrypted message to
its original text form and reverts the data into its
original file format. This project showcases the
potential of combining bio-inspired cryptographic
techniques with classical encryption algorithms to
achieve robust data protection. By leveraging
JavaScript for implementation, the system ensures
accessibility and compatibility across platforms,
making it a practical solution for secure file storage and
transfer.
Keywords: DNA-based encryption, Hybrid cryptography,

Amino acid translation, Bio-inspired cryptography, DNA-
to-binary mapping, Polyalphabetic substitution,

Cryptographic security.
Pengaruh Macam Kompos By Product Kebun Kelapa Sawit pada Beberapa Jenis Tanah yang Berbeda terhadap Pertumbuhan Bibit Kelapa Sawit di Pre Nursery
Authors: Nurizki Ilhan , Rochmiyati Sri Manu , Noviana Githa
Published: November 2024

The research was carried out with the aim of finding out the effect of types compost by product in several types of soil on growth of oil palm seedlings in pre nursery which was carried out in Wedomartani Village, Sleman, Yogyakarta in December 2023-March 2024. It was prepared using factorial experimental method in a Complately randomized desaign which consist of two factors, namely the type of compost, there are 4 types of treatment (with out compost, solid, Mucuna bracteate, and empty bunches), and the type of soil there are 3 types, namely (regusol, latosol, grumosol). In the treatment with out compost (control), standard doses of NPK fertilizer were given. The results of research based on parameter data were analysed using variance at a 5% level, if the effect was real, it was further tested with DMRT at a 5%. The results showed that there was a real interaction between soil type and compost type on canopy fresh weight and leaf area. Providing solid compost, Mucuna bracteate, empty bunches and NPK fertilizer as controls gave the same effect.
Bibliometric analysis of business performance dynamics in the infrastructure sector
Authors: Adam Helmi , Achsani Noer Azam , Sembel Roy H.M. , Sari Linda Karlina
Published: November 2024

The infrastructure sector is one of the factors for a country's development and will also impact economic growth. This study aims to analyze and describe research trends from the dynamics of business performance in the infrastructure sector reviewed from company fundamentals, macroeconomics, IHSG, and ESG. The research method uses a quantitative approach through bibliometric analysis and systematic literature review with data obtained from the Scopus database using the keywords "market fundamentals"," "macroeconomic," "IHSG," and "ESG." The data that has been obtained is then analyzed through VosViewer and described. The results of the study show that the trend of research publications from corporate fundamentals, macroeconomics, IHSG, and ESG has experienced research developments every year and many countries have contributed to their publications so that this can show that all factors that shape the dynamics of business performance in the infrastructure sector are related to each other so that they can shape the business performance of companies and need to be further researched for researchers in the future.
The Impact of the Geometry of Cellular Structure Made of Glass-Filled Polyamide on the Energy-Absorbing Properties of Design Elements
Authors: Diachenko Semen V. , Balabanov Sergey V. , Sychov Maxim M. , Litosov German E. , Kiryanov Nikita V.
Published: November 2024

Energy-absorbing properties of cellular materials with D, G, IWP*, N, P, Q, PJ triply minimal energy surface geometries were investigated. Materials were made of glass-filled polyamide by selective laser sintering. Mechanical properties of cellular structures were determined depending on the geometry: the highest specific compressive strength σsp.max >8 MPa∙cm3/g is possessed by samples with the geometry IWP* and PJ; the highest specific energy absorption Asp = 14.5 MJ/m3 is in the sample with the geometry N. A mass-strength criterion for cellular structures is proposed. The maximal values of mass-strength criterion are from samples with geometries N, IWP* and PJ; 4.16 MPa2/g, 3.51 MPa2/g, and 2.88 MPa2/g. The adequacy of applying the Gibson-Ashby equation for fabricated cellular materials with triply periodic minimal surfaces (TPMS) geometry has been proven.
Examination of Hostility in Critical Media Discourse Analysis
Authors: Abbas Nawal Fadhil , Eidan Shahad Saad
Published: November 2024

This paper provides a review of scholarly research on the depiction of hostility in critical media discourse analysis. The study is intended to analyze how hostility is differently portrayed and manifested in media discourse. The review begins by defining the multifaceted concept of hostility, encompassing cognitive, emotive, and behavioral dimensions. It then outlines the systematic process used to identify, gather and purposely select 30 relevant articles to hostility in media discourse. The method involves selecting 100 initial articles and gradually refining them to 30 articles that specifically address the themes of racism, anger, hate speech, prejudice, and aggression. These articles are sourced from diverse academic journals and platforms, using refined search strategies to ensure relevance and depth. The findings reveal that media outlets, whether through news reporting, entertainment media, or political rhetoric, play a significant role in perpetuating or challenging hostility-related societal attitudes. Subtle forms of racism embedded in media narratives, amplification of anger and hate speech, reinforcement of prejudiced views, and the sentimentalization of aggressive behaviors have all been identified as common strategies employed by the media. This study highlights the media's role in mitigating societal tensions, offering insights into the strategic portrayal of hostility that influences public perception and contributes to broader societal dynamics.
Innovative and Biodegradable Sanitary Napkins with Focus on Affordability and Environmental Impact
Authors: Chavan Shivani P. , Wankhade Rahul G. , Kharat Mayur G. , Khandarkar Shivali M. , Kulkarni Vedangi A. , Mhaske Shivshankar D. , Nagrik Shatrughna U.
Published: November 2024

The awareness people have towards the environment pollution resulting from the use of the normal sanitary napkins has encouraged production of eco-friendly napkins. Modern ones are largely plastic-wired sanitary napkins constructed with superabsorbent polymers as their major components, which take roughly 500 years to degrade. This presents a major environmental concern, seeing that each woman will use about 11,000 pads in their lifetime and these are bound to a landfill. As a remedy the sanitary napkins that are biodegradable has been developed using banana fiber, bamboo, and polylactic acid derived from cornstarch. The current paper seeks to establish the possibility to use these environmentally friendly products with special emphasis on the cost issues and the impact they would have on the environment. Low cost, high biodegradability, high absorbency, high tensile strength, and possibility for banana fiber in the development region are pointed out. The outcome in terms of banana fiber sheets production as well as their incorporation into Sanitary Napkin were encouraging in respect of absorbency, antibacterial activity and biodegradability. The tests proved that the new biodegradable napkins disintegrate much more quickly than current plastic-based products, in a matter of months, contrary to the centuries that it would take for plastic pads to decompose. This is the reason why current biodegradable napkin products cost more than conventional napkin products as production price is still relatively high; however, measures of procuring locally and constantly improving material processing to manage the cost down are in the works. This research adds for the possibility of biodegradable sanitary napkin to reduce environmental degradation, through the alternative provision of safe and affordable, hygienic menstrual solutions where there are few to non-existent. Such products if further developed and marketed on large scale could be made available and sustainable for people all over the world.
Artificial Intelligence in Skin Cancer: A Literature Review from Diagnosis to Prevention and Beyond
Authors: Said Khaled Khalifa , Rhaimi Chibana Balgacem , Alatresh Salem Aasseed
Published: November 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in medicine is quickly expanding, offering significant potential benefits in diagnosis and prognostication. While concerns may exist regarding its implementation, it is important for dermatologists and dermatopathologists to collaborate with technical specialists to embrace AI as a tool for enhancing medical decision-making and improving healthcare accessibility. This is particularly relevant in melanocytic neoplasms, which continue to present challenges despite years of experience. Dermatology, with its extensive medical data and images, provides an ideal field for training AI algorithms to enhance patient care. Collaborative efforts between medical professionals and technical specialists are crucial in harnessing the power of AI while ensuring it complements and enhances the existing healthcare framework. By staying informed about AI concepts and ongoing research, dermatologists can remain at the forefront of this emerging field and leverage its potential to improve patient outcomes. In conclusion, AI holds great promise in dermatology, especially in the management and analysis of Skin cancer (SC). In this review we strive to introduce the concepts of AI and its association with dermatology, providing an overview of recent studies in the field, such as existing applications and future potential in dermatology.
El Sexisme a la UAB
Authors: Izquierdo María Jesús
Published: November 2024

El sexisme persisteix malgrat el continuat esforç d’incorporació social de les dones, i per tant, les danya considerablement. A més, és un sever obstacle per a la maduració de la democràcia, ja que és el principal mecanisme d’exclusió social, si atenem al nombre de persones afectades i a les conseqüències socials que provoca. Al mateix temps, el funcionament de la democràcia depèn del treball que realitzen les dones de cura i atenció a les necessitats humanes immediates. Paradoxalment, encara que és impensable la continuïtat de qualsevol societat si aquesta mena d’activitats no es realitza, es defineixen com activitats personals i no pas com necessitats estructurals del conjunt de la societat. Essent imprescindibles, les activitats de cura no es consideren un problema col·lectiu, sinó més aviat una particularitat de les dones que pot arribar a fer-les poc atractives en tant que treballadores remunerades.
The use of agarrar ‘grab, take’ verb constructions in Belizean Spanish
Authors: Balam Osmer , Ross Daniel , Bravo Ana
Published: November 2024

This exploratory study sheds new light on the use of two types of agarrar ‘grab, take’ verb constructions that remain virtually unexamined in studies of language contact between Spanish and English; namely, ‘agarrar + NP’ constructions and agarrar y ‘take and’ pseudocoordination. An intergenerational analysis of 313 verb constructions, extracted from interviews, reveals that within the last four to five decades there has been an increase in the production of bilingual agarrar verb constructions among younger age groups in Northern Belize. The verb agarrar co-occurs mainly with abstract nouns and is conducive to Spanish/English code-switching. Notably, agarrar has been generalized along the lines of the English verb ‘take’ rather than ‘get’, as in the case of Texas Spanish. This suggests that agarrar has the grammatical status of a light verb when it co-occurs with nominal complements, contrary to other varieties, which use other verbs of the same semantic family. In contrast to ‘agarrar + NP’ constructions, agarrar y pseudocoordination is less conventionalized, infrequent, and favoured particularly in the preterite and present. Our findings suggest that agarrar is in an advanced stage of grammaticalization in Northern Belizean Spanish compared to other varieties.
Analisis Kepuasan Mahasiswa terhadap Alat Dip Coater Berbasis Mikrokontroler dengan Sistem Kalibrasi Otomatis untuk Pembuatan Lapisan Tipis
Authors: Hartanto Anton , Rahman Nizar Rizki , Sya'roni Imam , Prasetyono Agus Dwi , Subiantoro Irfan
Published: November 2024

Dip coating is a coating method by immersing the material in a solution for a certain time and then removing the material from the dipping place. Dip coating is an effective coating method that adds strength to each coated material and is accurate. Researchers have developed a microcontroller-based dip coater with an automatic calibration system that has 3 main parts, namely the electrical part, the main workspace part, and the power supply part. To determine student satisfaction in using a microcontroller-based dip coater tool with an automatic calibration system that has been developed, an analysis of student satisfaction with the use of the tool that has been developed will be carried out. The purpose of this study was to determine the level of student satisfaction with the microcontroller-based dip coater tool with an automatic calibration system that has been developed. The data collection method in this study was to use a response questionnaire with a Likert scale. The average score of the four indicators obtained a result of 81.78%, which in this case is a very satisfied category. It can be concluded that the student satisfaction index for the Microcontroller-based Dip Coater Tool with an Automatic Calibration System for Making Thin Layers is Very Satisfied.
Meningkatkan	Kemampuan	Ekstrakurikuler	Pencak Silat Melalui Multimedia Interaktif Pada Anak Disabilitas Rungu (Penelitian Tindakan Kelas VIII di SLB N 2 Pariaman)
Authors: Salsabil Camila Zesi , Budi Setia
Published: November 2024

This research was motivated by the problems found in SLBN 2 Pariaman class VIII/B. There were two students who had problems in extracurricular pencaksilat learning where the teacher had not used learning media. To overcome this problem, the researcher used multimedia media to improve extracurricular pencak silat skills for hearing impairments. In this study, the method used was classroom action research consisting of II cycles. Each cycle consists of four face-to-face meetings and each learning activity is evaluated. The cycles are carried out in several stages, namely planning,implementing actions, observation and reflection. The results of this study indicate that the process of extracurricular pencak silat learning using multimedia media for children with hearing impairments in class VIII/B has increased using multimedia media. This can be seen from the initial condition of the child before being given R 36,78% and I 37,35% action, while at the end of cycle I the child's ability increased to R 75% and I 71.66%, in cycle II the ability R 96.66% and I 95%. So it can be concluded that the implementation of extracurricular pencak silat learning using multimedia media has increased.
Studi Kasus Motivasi Belajar Siswa SDS Unwanus Saadah
Authors: Nabilah Firyal Yasmin , Rakhmania Raisa
Published: November 2024

Learning motivation is the overall driving force within student that intiates learning activities, ensures the continuity of these activities, and provides direction to learning activities so that the objectives desired by the subject can be achieved. In elementary school, learning motivation becomes an important factor influencing students’ academic success and personal development. This study aims to identify the factors that influence the learning motivation of fourth grade students at SDS Unwanus Saadah. This study uses a qualitative case study approach. This approach allows the researcher to gain an in-depth understanding of the issues being studied through various data collection techniques, including structured interviews and FGD. The number of students involved in this study was six students. The collected data were then reduced through a coding process and conclusions were drawn to identify key themes. The results showed that both intrinsic factors and extrinsic factors influence students’ learning motivation, both positively and negatively. This study is expected to provide deeper insights into the factors that affect students’ learning motivation and offer suggestions for the development of more motivating pedagogical strategies and school environment.
A importância do enfermeiro em prol da fidelização de doadores de sangue e transfusões seguras: revisão de literatura integrativa
Authors: Santos Neilma Dias dos , Freitas Rosa Caroline Mata Verçosa de , Santos Raíssa Fernanda Evangelista Pires dos , Santos Dannyela Andreia Silva
Published: November 2024

As práticas referentes aos cuidados enfermeiros são essenciais para garantir a fidelização de doadores de sangue e assegurar transfusões seguras. Essas atividades podem incluir desde a educação sobre a importância da doação de sangue até o manejo adequado dos procedimentos transfusionais. O objetivo desta revisão é destacar o papel crucial do enfermeiro na promoção da saúde da comunidade através da fidelização de doadores de sangue e da garantia de transfusões seguras, por meio de uma revisão integrativa da literatura. Utilizando os descritores “doação de sangue”, “enfermagem” e " transfusão de sangue", realizou-se uma busca nas publicações dos principais bancos de dados, como a Biblioteca Virtual em Saúde, LILACS, MEDLINE e SCIELO, no período de 2019 a 2023. Conclui-se que o papel do enfermeiro é indispensável para garantir a segurança e eficácia da transfusão sanguínea, bem como para promover a fidelização dos doadores. A falta de assistência e orientação adequadas por parte dos enfermeiros pode resultar em uma diminuição do número de doadores e aumentar os riscos associados às transfusões, incluindo reações adversas e transmissão de doenças. Portanto, é fundamental que os enfermeiros desempenhem um papel ativo na conscientização da comunidade sobre a importância da doação de sangue e na implementação de práticas seguras de coleta e transfusão. Isso contribui não apenas para a saúde individual dos pacientes, mas também para a saúde da comunidade como um todo.
Peran sastra sebagai pembentukan karakter siswa
Authors: Al-afandi Al-afandi
Published: November 2024

Hadirnya beragam buku sastra yang banyak tersebar di perpustakaan sekolah maupun online dapat memudahkan guru dan siswa mendapatkan referensi dalam mengembangkan pembelajaran beragam genre sastra. Namun, kenyataan saat ini bahwa kehadiran sastra di sekolah hanya sebatas pemenuhan mata pelajaran bahasa Indonesia. Rendahnya penghayatan siswa terhadap nilai-nilai sastra disebabkan kurangnya apresiasi terhadap karya sastra, sehingga banyak siswa tidak berminat dengan sastra bahkan cenderung menjauhi karya sastra. Tulisan ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan bagaimana peran sastra dalam teks-teks lagu Ebiet G Ade serta menawarkan solusi pembelajaran sastra bagi guru dan siswa agar mampu menjadi apresiator karya sastra, mengajak menghayati, dan cara menemukan nilai-nilai karakter dari pesan teks yang tersirat melalui apresiasi sastra. Metode penelitian yang digunakan yakni kepustakaan, buku referensi, dan berbagai jurnal ilmiah sastra dan pembelajarannya. Pengumpulan data dilakukan secara sistematis dengan mengolah dan menyimpulkan data, melalui teknik catat, menyimak melalui model mengalir yang terdiri dari reduksi data, sajian data, dan penarikan simpulan. Oleh karena itu, sasatra harus dikaji dan diapresiasi. Sebab, sastra mengajarkan siswa mampu mengidentifikasi nilai-nilai yang ada dalam sastra, membantu keterampilan siswa memahami arti sebuah kehidupan, mengajarkan siswa berbahasa dan bersastra, menjadi apresiator yang mampu mengapresiasi karya sastra dan meningkatkan pengetahuan serta peka terhadap kehidupan sosial.
Avaliação do potencial antioxidante de Perilla frutescens var. crispa: uma abordagem científica
Authors: Gomes Elienae da Silva , Aranha Ana Caroline Raimundini , Oliveira Caroline Crivelaro de , Modesto Francielle Friedrichsen Sgorlon , Friedrichsen Jéssica de Souza Alves , Garcia Maicon Henrique Braz , Silva Natallya Marques da , Sucari Pither Jhoel Javier , Mamani Yesenia Milagros Turpo , Santos Júnior Oscar de Oliveira
Published: November 2024

A perilla frutescens var.crispa, é uma planta herbácea originária do leste asiático, amplamente utilizada na culinária e na medicina tradicional dessas regiões. Nos últimos anos, o interesse científico por esta planta tem crescido significativamente, principalmente devido ao seu potencial nutricional e propriedades medicinais, incluindo atividades antioxidantes e efeitos terapêuticos. Objetivou-se com este estudo avaliar o potencial antioxidante e os compostos fenólicos das folhas de perilla frutescens var.crispa .  Os resultados demonstraram que o teor de compostos fenólicos foram 330,05 expressos em mg EAG/g de extrato, respectivamente. Os antioxidantes foram avaliados através do método de DPPH, obtendo-se os valores respectivamente, e pelo método ABTS, valores apresentados de 1016,87 expressos em TEAC/g de amostra respectivamente. Desta forma, a perilla frutescens var.crispa apresenta, em suas folhas uma expressiva quantidade de compostos fenólico e antioxidante, sendo um recurso potencial para contribuir para a prevenção de diversos distúrbios associados com a produção de radicais livres e uma alternativa no enriquecimento de alimentos e na alimentação saudável, podendo ser um potencial aditivo alimentar.
Gestão de resíduos cárneos em unidades de alimentação do tipo restaurante: uma revisão integrativa
Authors: Barata Farley Taciane Monteiro , Nunes Gabriel de Lima , Silva Karina Puga da , Ramos Matheus Martins , Silva Osnan Lennon Lameira , Cordeiro Carlos Alberto Martins , Nunes Emília do Socorro Conceição de Lima , Mendonça Xaene Maria Fernandes Duarte
Published: November 2024

Os resíduos cárneos gerados pela produção de refeições nas unidades de alimentação quando não aproveitados resultam em perdas econômicas que muitas das vezes não são avaliadas, sendo de extrema importância dar o destino correto ou reintegrá-los ao ciclo produtivo. Na maioria das vezes esses resíduos têm destinação inadequada, o que pode causar impactos ambientais e problemas de saúde pública. Diante deste contexto, o presente estudo teve como objetivo identificar na literatura científica aspectos relevantes da gestão desses resíduos, buscando soluções sustentáveis para a reinserção de tais resíduos ao ciclo de produção de alimentos de origem animal. A pesquisa tem o potencial de impactar positivamente a segurança alimentar e nutricional, fornecendo informações para maximizar o aproveitamento dos recursos disponíveis, contribuindo para a adoção de práticas sustentáveis. Trata-se de uma pesquisa descritiva e exploratória, de natureza bibliográfica e com abordagem qualitativa e quantitativa. Foi realizada uma revisão integrativa da literatura (RIL) nas seguintes bases: Periódico Capes, Biblioteca Virtual de Saúde (BVS), Science Direct, Scopus, e a Biblioteca Digital Brasileira de Teses e Dissertações (BDTD), incluindo artigos publicados no período de 2014 a 2024, tal busca resultou em um total de 1705 artigos com o uso de strings de busca. Constatou-se uma quantidade considerável de trabalho na área de resíduos alimentares, principalmente voltados para a produção de biodiesel, sendo válido elucidar que poucas pesquisas enfatizaram alternativas para o aproveitamento de resíduos para fins comestíveis, o que torna claro que esta área de gestão de resíduos cárneos necessita ainda de mais estudos.
Marco jurídico e desafios socioambientais da mineração de potássio em terras indígenas: o caso de autazes na Amazônia brasileira
Authors: Corrêa Eduardo Bandeira , Souza Aldryn Amaral de
Published: November 2024

O estudo analisa os obstáculos e contradições da extração mineral na Amazônia brasileira com foco no potencial projeto de mineração de potássio em Autazes, no estado do Amazonas, Brasil. A pesquisa foi motivada pelo fato de que há uma tensão crescente entre a necessidade estratégica de potássio nacional - o Brasil importa 95% de sua demanda - e a responsabilidade de proteger o meio ambiente e os direitos dos povos nativos garantidos pela Constituição Federal de 1988. O objetivo central deste estudo foi analisar o arcabouço legal que regula o direito de extração de minerais próximos a reservas indígenas na região amazônica, particularmente por meio do projeto de extração de potássio em Autazes. O estudo foi realizado principalmente por meio da análise de documentos e legislação, com ênfase na jurisprudência e documentação técnica relevante sobre obtenção de parecer ambiental. Os resultados indicaram uma lacuna na legislação para garantir o desenvolvimento de regulamentações específicas para mineração em reservas indígenas, o que gerou insegurança jurídica e conflitos socioambientais. O processo de consulta nacional foi fraco em relação aos direitos indígenas e violou a Convenção 169 da OIT. Portanto, conclui-se que a mineração em áreas sensíveis da Amazônia deve ser regulamentada com mais detalhes e deve ser realizada em consulta mais ativa com comunidades e autoridades ambientais.
Sistema de monitoramento de temperatura e umidade em data centers
Authors: Albuquerque Eric Luchetti de , Higashi André Eiji dos Santos , Santos Heytor Costa , Santos Daniel Henrique dos , Noriega Carlos López , Kalili Roberto Marcos
Published: November 2024

O software de monitoramento desempenha um papel essencial na gestão eficiente de sistemas e infraestruturas tecnológicas, permitindo que profissionais de TI acompanhem de perto o desempenho, a disponibilidade e a integridade de recursos computacionais, desde servidores e redes até aplicativos e dispositivos conectados. Com o uso de monitoramento, é possível obter insights valiosos, detectar problemas a tempo e adotar medidas preventivas para garantir a continuidade operacional e a excelência dos serviços prestados. Este trabalho propõe um protótipo de teste com capacidade de monitorar não apenas ambientes de TI, mas também qualquer espaço que exija o controle de temperatura ou umidade. Além disso, o protótipo permite acionar dispositivos para manter as condições ideais do ambiente.