bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Digital Marketing in Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in Goa
Authors: Shetgaokar Rajesh V.
Published: October 2024

Technology developments have a significant impact on marketing for small businesses. By utilizing the opportunities provided by digital marketing, a small business can gain competitive advantage. The adoption of digital marketing technology by small businesses is influenced by a variety of factors according to empirical studies. The study found that the MSME in Goa is using digital marketing facilities mostly for the development of business in the local area. The study points out that 66% of MSME have restricted their digital marketing activities to local areas, followed by national (17.7%), and international (16.1%). Further, our findings suggest that it is a social media platform of digital marketing which are widely used by MSMEs in digital marketing. The impact of digital marketing on increasing the sales was more (66%) than its impact on decreasing the sales (5%). Digital marketing proved to be beneficial over traditional marketing ranging from reaching customers globally, being cost-effective, and increasing efficiency and rapid brand building. We suggest that development of basic technology infrastructure in offices as well as in rural area and cost effectiveness of services must be taken on priority by government to make optimum use of digital communication.
Evolving Paradigm and Legal Challenges in Biodiversity for Plants and Microorganisms
Authors: Bandopadhyay Samrat , Mallick Abdur Rahman
Published: October 2024

Conservation of Biodiversity including that of Microorganism and Medicinal plants can be seen from multiple perspectives. The view from scientific exigency of preservation, protection and conservation of biodiversity has varied factors including that of scientific and technological progress, equitable and structured benefit sharing mechanism, sustainability of ecosystem, restoration of ecological sensitive area with special emphasis on eco-zone and habitat protection. Growing clamour for balancing the development with environmental issues have lead to issues of the nature of pollution, habitat destruction, over-exploitation of natural resources and conflict innate to the mindset of human beings with respect to non-sensitisation or lack of awareness on eco-sensitive environmental human activities. A slew of initiatives in the environmental domain such as Budapest Treaty, Cartagena Protocol, Nagoya Protocol the world over has to be seen in congruity with the local enactments or environmental laws enacted to provide the ambit of jurisprudence evolving in the arena of environment in a developing country as India. In India, the progress is tremendous and progressive with technology and science playing a vital role with ‘Microorganism’ being included in the subject matter of Patent Act, 1970 and Plants and Seeds in the ambit of Plant Varieties and Farmers Rights Act, 2000 and Seeds Act, 1966.
The US Policy on Democracy in Burma (1988 - 2021)
Authors: Hiep Duong Quang
Published: October 2024

After General Saw Maung's military coup in 1988, a military junta was established in Burma. The junta established the National Law and Order Restoration Commission (SLORC), which declared martial law after mass protests. This has posed many challenges in relations between Burma and Western countries, including the United States. Since 1988, US policy towards Burma has focused heavily on democracy and human rights issues, increasing pressure to promote freedom and democracy in this country. The United States implemented a policy of promoting democratization in Burma through two stages (1988 - 2001 and 2001 - 2021) that contributed to changing the face of democracy in this country until General Min Aung Hlaing once again overthrow the civilian government in Burma. The study aims to analyze U.S. policies and evaluate the results in promoting democratization in Burma through the two aforementioned phases. To achieve these goals, the article uses analytical and comparison methods based on the latest published research and document sources on the issue. The research results contribute to assessing the impact of US policies on promoting the democratization process in Burma in the period 1988 - 2021, and also contribute to the study of US relations - Burma in the late twentieth century and early twenty-first century.
Fundamental Duties of Citizens and Judicial Approach in India
Authors: Chandra Prem
Published: October 2024

Humans are born free and want to enjoy this freedom to the maximum extent. However, with the changes in the lives of human beings from wandering animals to societal creatures, conflict of interest has been a natural phenomenon among individuals. To regulate the human desire to act freely and the convenience of other individuals, machinery naming State came into existence to recognize the individuality of individual. In circumstances of conflict between individuals, it was inevitable for the State to recognize the basic rights of every human and at the same time not allowing interference in the freedom of others. The freedom of others altogether is a right. Therefore, how to ensure the rights of everyone has been the cardinal difficulty of all the States. And for that what should be the point of consideration, has been the issue of focus. Thus, different ideas have come in to deal with this situation. In some ideas rights have been stressed whereas in some have emphasized on the duties. This article is an attempt to see from the point of view of duties.
Understanding Brand Perception: The Key to Building and Maintaining Business Success
Authors: Chakraborty Utpal
Published: October 2024

This article examines the concept of brand perception and its importance in today's highly competitive business world. Brand perception is defined as the way that consumers perceive a particular brand, which can be positive, negative, or neutral. This perception is based on various factors such as brand image, reputation, and past experiences. The article highlights the significance of brand perception in influencing the success of a brand, and how companies must work towards creating and maintaining a positive brand perception. Failure to do so can have a significant negative impact on sales, customer loyalty, and overall business success. The article concludes by emphasizing the need for companies to invest in building and managing their brand perception through various strategies such as customer experience management, brand equity management, and corporate reputation management.
Socio Legal Facets of Domestic Violence in India
Authors: Sharma Mahima
Published: October 2024

In the orthodox patriarchal society women are treated as an object and thus are subjected to a lot of cruelty. In present time society has become progressive and modern. The condition of women has improved a lot in almost and each and every sphere but however domestic violence is still persistence. Every woman has her own story to keep silence in spite of facing extreme form of violence in her own home. There are various reasons behind the growing menace of violence within the four walls. India has specific legislation dedicated towards the domestic violence and the name of that legislation is “The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act 2005”. This is the primary legislation dealing with the offence of domestic violence in India. However apart from this, Indian constitution, Indian penal code and other statutory laws has provision that takes into account the specific elements of the domestic violence. In this research work in depth analysis is made to understand the entire concept of domestic violence. This research work makes an effort to study as to why domestic abuse is still persistent in present time when women are socially as well as legally empowered. Laws relating to the domestic violence are studied critically to provide a comprehensive understanding to the reader. Overall, this research work is a comprehensive study to understand the legal dynamics of domestic violence in India.
Protecting the Right to Read: Analysing the Implementation of the Marrakesh treaty in India
Authors: A Marisport , Gaur Gauransh , Anuram Samyuktha
Published: October 2024

Visually impaired people face challenges in getting access to reading materials in disabled-friendly formats due to copyright provisions. To provide visually impaired and print-disabled students with an even field, the Marrakesh treaty was enacted to craft legislative exceptions in the copyright regime of every ratified country so that copyrighted materials could be provided to disabled persons in accessible formats without any hindrance. Despite these exceptions in Indian copyright law, there are deficiencies existing in the successful implementation of this treaty. This article will study the provisions of this treaty and copyright law, examine the challenges in the implementation of the Marrakesh treaty, and conclude with recommendations to ensure that the objectives of this treaty are realised in letter and spirit.
Brazilian Student Loans policies during Covid Pandemic: Uncertainties, Amnesties and Top-Down Decisions
Authors: Gomes Duarte Gomide dos Santos Igor , Souza Reginaldo Vieira de
Published: October 2024

In order to accomplish Social Development Goals and international compromises with World Bank and other organizations, Brazil has developed a policy to offer subsidized credit to encourage (and create the possibility of) enrollment in higher education. Based on low interest rates and both public and collective guarantees, Fies has been one of the most important public policies towards a degree. However, since the presidential impeachment in 2015, Brazilian fiscal policies have been dramatically changed, in order to achieve an austerity that would prevent an economical breakdown. In this way, several structural changes were carried out at Fies policies, imposing an increasing burden on university students, most of them already underprivileged. This precarious situation worsened during the pandemic, since federal government refused to impose restrictive contamination measures and, at first, to grant aid to the population. In the midst of this, the Ministry of Education was slow to provide answers and regulate how classes would be taken, since mobility restrictions were defined by local authorities, without any coordination, and it was only on 2022 that an amnesty was considered for students on debt. The present paper aims to identify how this delay in proposing amnesty to Fies debtors impacted individual decisions during more than two years of uncertainty, and what are the consequences in both private and social life. We have found that without any insurance that they could afford to continue their studies during the pandemic, many students dropped out or put their undergraduate courses on hold, only to find out later that these decisions would exclude them from the amnesty. Consequently: (a) there is an unprecedent number of dropouts with a huge debt to pay; and (b) those who struggled and sacrifice themselves and their family to keep up with payments are unsatisfied.
Drug Manufacturing and Management Process for Pharmaceutical Company
Authors: Shahriar Md Fahim
Published: October 2024

Because drugs are essential for humans, it is critical to assure their safety and quality. Aside from that, the pharmaceutical industry generates a significant amount of implementation and employment each year. Since drugs play an essential part in our society, several regulatory bodies manage and monitor drug safety while raising public awareness. For example, the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) ensures the quality of drugs. Although the objectives of these organizations differ from nation to country, they all have a common goal. Drug production is becoming more popular in emerging nations like Bangladesh, India, Vietnam, Korea, and China. Pharmaceutical businesses not only strive to make the world a safer place to live in, but they also produce employment; hence medication manufacturing should be considered a nation's most valuable resource.
Debating Tipra Identity and its Manifestation
Authors: Debbarma Amaresh
Published: October 2024

When we talk of identity, we begin to interrogating ourselves, who we are, who I am? We generally delve into state’s history and its people. But what do we mean by identity? In what way and on what basis this identity is constructed or formed whether its language, religion history, physical attributes, custom, mores, or norms? The Kokborok speaking indigenous people of Tripura are recognised with such name as ‘pahari’, ‘upajati ‘, ‘janjati ‘, ‘adivasi’ by the mainstream people. Due to different version of nomenclature as identified by the dominant community, the indigenous people of Tripura face identity problem. State’s history narratives play a central role in constructing and sustaining their uniqueness in the world. Even script/language and practices has a basic role in supporting this identity acquired by the predecessor. But when such history, chronicles, script, language, culture, toponymy becomes distorted, then there might occur multiple problem of identification for building a national identity. This paper introduces the concept of ‘Tipra’ as a collective identity of the indigenous people in the state for self-determination and recognition. This article examines how state’s history, chronicles, script and language as source is important in constructing the identity of the ‘Tipra’. It further explains how documentary as a method of enquiry is used to analyze and interpret the evidences.
Infecções sexualmente transmissíveis (ISTS): novas diretrizes para diagnóstico e tratamento
Authors: Macedo Louise Xavier , Suguaya Juliana Sayuri , Sousa Higor Bezerra , Grance Isabelle Cristovão Fiori , Leite Edilio Zulim , Ferreira Marcelo Vicente Munin , Santos Nayssa Nara Barcelos , Estigarribia Bruno , Nascimento Ana Carolina da Costa , Silva Maralina Gomes da , Carvalho Mayara Santos S. , Siqueira Victor Daniel Fernandes , Martins Geiélly Cristina de Oliveira , Mesquita Hiago Costa
Published: October 2024

As infecções sexualmente transmissíveis (ISTs) representam um desafio crítico e crescente para a saúde pública mundial. De acordo com a Organização Mundial da Saúde (OMS), são registradas mais de 1 milhão de novas infecções diariamente, o que destaca a urgência de abordar esse problema. Este artigo apresenta novas diretrizes abrangentes para o diagnóstico e tratamento de ISTs, com o intuito de otimizar a abordagem clínica, reduzir a incidência dessas infecções e melhorar a saúde sexual da população. Além de discutir as atualizações mais recentes nas recomendações, o artigo explora estratégias eficazes de intervenção, como a implementação de testes rápidos, a importância da triagem em grupos de risco e a educação em saúde. O foco é oferecer um panorama dinâmico e prático para profissionais de saúde, visando não apenas o tratamento, mas também a prevenção e a promoção de comportamentos sexuais saudáveis.
Efectividad de la terapia cognitivo-conductual en el manejo del estrés en pacientes con enfermedades crónicas
Authors: Ocampo Bustos Juan Emilio , Ocampo Bustos Emilio Faraday , Moreira Bravo Angie Melissa
Published: October 2024

La terapia cognitivo-conductual es una intervención psicológica basada en evidencia, que modifica patrones de pensamiento negativos y reduce el estrés; objetivo evaluar la efectividad de la terapia cognitivo-conductual (TCC) en el manejo del estrés en pacientes con enfermedades crónicas. Metodología: se realizó un estudio para contribuir a una mejor gestión de estas enfermedades desde una perspectiva holística que optimice el bienestar físico y emocional de los pacientes. Se llevó a cabo una búsqueda exhaustiva de artículos publicados en bases de datos electrónicas, abarcando desde 2019 hasta 2023. Se incluyeron 26 estudios en total, clasificados en diferentes tipos, como estudios cuasi-experimentales, descriptivos, explicativos, revisiones sistemáticas y cuantitativos-cualitativos. Se utilizaron herramientas de análisis estadístico para calcular la frecuencia y el porcentaje de cada tipo de estudio. Los resultados mostraron que la mayoría de los estudios eran revisiones sistemáticas (42.31%), seguidos de los estudios con alcance explicativo (30.77%) y descriptivo (15.38%), los estudios cuasi-experimentales y cuantitativos-cualitativos fueron menos frecuentes, con un 7.69% y un 3.85%, respectivamente. Esto indica una fuerte tendencia hacia la recopilación y análisis de evidencias previas en el campo de la TCC. La revisión sistemática subraya la importancia de las revisiones sistemáticas y los estudios explicativos en el campo de las intervenciones psicológicas, resaltando su papel crucial en la generación de un conocimiento acumulativo y basado en evidencia; la menor representación de estudios cuasi-experimentales y cuantitativos-cualitativos sugiere la necesidad de ampliar la diversidad metodológica en futuras investigaciones, para abordar de manera integral las complejidades de las intervenciones en salud mental
دوافع الحزن وتأثيراتها في شعر هديل محمد صالح الكبيسي- ديوان - في باحة الروح (انموذجاً)
Authors: فيصل ورقاء مهدي , لوي سيمين
Published: October 2024

تناولت  هذه الدراسة مظاهر الحزن واثاره  في ديوان "في باحة الروح" للشاعرة العراقية هديل الكبيسي، حيث ان الحزن يعد عنصر اساسي  يمتد عبر معظم التجارب الشعرية الحديثة. اذ تعكس قصائد الشاعرة  مشاعر الكآبة واليأس والوحدة والغربة، كما يظهر الحزن جليًا في تجربة الحب المتأثرة بظروف القهر والعزلة. ويرجع الحزن العميق عند الشاعرة إلى عدة أسباب، منها الموت، خيانة الأصدقاء والأحباب، رثاء النفس، القيود المجتمعية، البعد عن الوطن والديار المقدسة، والحنين إلى الماضي وأيام الطفولة.تستخدم الشاعرة هديل الكبيسي طرقًا متعددة للتعبير عن تجربتها في الحزن كالبكاء والنحيب والرثاء والنياحة، مما يعكس عمق مشاعرها وألمها الشخصي. وقد حللت الدراسة هذه القصائد باستخدام المنهج الوصفي التحليلي لاستنباط دوافع  الحزن ونتائجه. ولخصت الدراسة إلى أن الحزن في قصائد هديل الكبيسي نابع من تجربة شخصية وإنسانية عميقة متأثرة بالأحداث السياسية والاجتماعية ،وهو ما يمنح نصوصها بعداً إنسانياً شاملاً يعبر عن آلالم الكلمات المفتاحية: الشعر العربي الحديث، الحزن، هديل محمد الكبيسي، دیوان "في باحة الروح".
البلاغة العربية في العصر الرقمي: تكييف التقنيات الكلاسيكية مع الخطاب في وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي
Authors: عبد الستار محمود علي
Published: October 2024

تهدف هذه الدراسة إلى استكشاف كيفية تكييف البلاغة العربية الكلاسيكية مع متطلبات الخطاب في وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي في العصر الرقمي. على الرغم من أن البلاغة العربية نشأت في إطار ثقافي وتاريخي مختلفين، إلا أن التطورات التكنولوجية الحديثة فرضت تحولًا في طرق التعبير وأساليب التواصل، لا سيما في منصات التواصل الاجتماعي مثل تويتر وفيسبوك وإنستغرام. تبحث الدراسة في كيفية استخدام المستخدمين العرب للتقنيات البلاغية التقليدية، مثل الجناس، التورية، والاستعارة، في تفاعلهم اليومي على وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي. كما تسلط الضوء على دور الإيجاز، الذي كان عنصرًا جوهريًا في البلاغة الكلاسيكية، في تحقيق التواصل السريع والمؤثر في هذا الفضاء الرقمي حيث يكون الانتباه محدودًا. بالإضافة إلى ذلك، تدرس الدراسة تأثير هذه التكيفات البلاغية على تكوين الهوية الثقافية والاجتماعية، وكيف يسهم التواصل الرقمي في إعادة تشكيل الفضاء العام العربي، مع التركيز على القدرة التحفيزية والجدلية التي يقدمها الخطاب الرقمي. تخلص الدراسة إلى أن البلاغة العربية لا تزال تحافظ على مرونتها وقدرتها على التكيف، حيث يتم إعادة تشكيلها بما يتلاءم مع الوسائط الجديدة، مما يوفر وسيلة فعالة للتواصل وإيصال الرسائل في العصر الرقمي.
PEMANFAATAN LIMBAH KULIT KELAPA SEBAGAI CAMPURAN MATERIAL PAVING BLOCK BAGI USAHA KECIL MENENGAH DI DESA BERNUNG KABUPATEN PESAWARAN
Authors: Jaya Fery Hendi , Miranda Zesty , Akbar M. Fikri , Subekti Farendra
Published: October 2024

Dewasa ini sudah banyak sekali kita temukan bervariasi atau bermacam-macam inovasi masyarakat terkait kebutuhan masyarakat itu sendiri, sehingga masyarakat berusaha mempermudah agar kebutuhan mereka terpenuhi, terutama dalam keadaan ekonomi saat ini masyarakat yang baru saja meranjak perbaikan ekonomi setelah adanya pandemic covid-19. Tujuan dari pengabdian ini adalah untuk meningkatkan pengetahuan dan pemahaman masyarakat akan adanya manfaat limbah kulit kelapa sebagai bahan campuran pembuatan paving block, saat ini seiring bertambahnya penduduk pembangunan fisik semakin meningkat, serta kebutuhan bahan bangunanpun meningkat. Contohnya Paving block biasanya digunakan untuk pelapis tanah, seperti lahan parkir kendaraan, halaman rumah, jalan gang, dll. Pada dasarnya paving block hanya dirancang untuk menahan kuat tekan saja. Namun tidak dapat dipungkiri bahwa paving block juga akan menerima gaya tarik akibat dari kondisi tanah yang kurang stabil atau pemasangan yang kurang sempurna. Kerusakan yang terjadi di lapangan mayoritas mengalami patah di tengah saja, tidak hancur. Banyaknya limbah kulit kelapa yang seharusnya dapat dimanfaatkan sebagai bahan dasar campuran pembuatan paving block. Dengan adanya pemanfaatan limbah kulit kelapa sebagai campuran bahan material diharapakan dapat membantu masyarakat sebagai  bahan bangunan sehingga mempermudah dan meringankan biaya.
STRATEGI KELAS IBU HAMIL DALAM PEMERIKSAAN ANTENATAL CARE DI PUSKESMAS SIMPANG TIGA PEKANBARU
Authors: Kirana Nindya , Wahyuni Islah , Safitri Yunni , Putri Violita Dianatha , Zulfa Siti Zakiah , Amran Husna Farianti , Ariyani Dany
Published: October 2024

: Asuhan antenatal care (ANC) suatu  asuhan prefentif care bertujuan untuk mencegah dan mengurangi komplikasi bagi ibu hamil. Ibu hamil sangat penting dilakukan pemeriksaan ANC untuk memastikan ibu dan bayi sehat. Ibu yang tidak mendapatkan asuhan antenatal memiliki risiko lebih tinggi kematian maternal, komplikasi kehamilan lainnya dan stillbirth. Diperlukan suatu strategi agar ibu hamil teratur memeriksakan kehamilannya setiap bulan. Tujuan Kelas Ibu Hamil dikembangkan untuk ibu mendapatkan pengetahuan terkait kehamilannya. Tujuan kegiatan ini untuk memberikan pengetahuan dan pemeriksaan ANC. Metode P4S (pre-test, penyuluhan serta sharing, SGD (Small group discussion), post-test dan pemeriksaan). Hasil terdapat peningkatan pengetahuan Ibu Hamil setelah dilakukan Pengabdian Masyarakat  90% (9 orang) Ibu Hamil berpengetahuan baik setelah diberi penyuluhan tentang Antenatal Care. Kelas Ibu Hamil sebagai strategi meningkatkan pengetahuan, pemanfaatan layanan kesehatan maternal pada Ibu Hamil. Upaya kunjungan ANC secara teratur. Disarankan untuk bidan tetap optimis dan komitmen dengan tetap memberdayakan Kelas Ibu Hamil rutin, teratur dan terarah.
Pembinaan Wanita Perimenopause Melalui Program Sehat dan Bugar (SEGAR)
Authors: Hayati Susani , Hanim Busyra , Suryani Linda , Martilova Dona , Ningsih Rena Afri , Dale Dewwiny Septa , Ingelia Ingelia
Published: October 2024

Perimenopause merupakan masa transisi alamiah menuju masa menopause. Periode ini terjadi dalam waktu 2 sampai dengan 8 tahun mulai usia 40-55 tahun. Haid mulai tidak teratur yang ditandai dengan siklus haid memendek ataupun memanjang. Banyak faktor yang dapat mempengaruhi menopause dini antara lain, kebiasaan merokok, ada riwayat keluarga menopause dini, pengobatan kemoterapi untuk kanker, histerektomi, pengangkatan ovarium dan faktor psikologis dari stres yang dialami secara terus menerus.  Tujuan dari pengabdian masyarakat ini untuk meningkatkan kualitas Kesehatan wanita perimenopause melalui program sehat dan bugar (SEGAR). Program ini dimulai dengan 3 tahapan : tahap pertama yaitu pemberian edukasi melalui penyuluhan, tahap kedua yaitu skrining kesehatan melalui cek tekanan darah, glukosa darah, kolesterol dan asam urat dan tahap ketiga dengan melaksanakan senam sehat.  Hasil kegiatan penyuluhan menunjukkan peningkatan pengetahuan wanita perimenopause pre dan post test.
EDUKASI TENTANG PERSONAL HYGIENE SAAT MENSTRUASI PADA REMAJA PUTRI
Authors: Harahap Mustika , Ningsih Rena Afri , SN T Hartian , Andriani Andriani , Mulyani Siska
Published: October 2024

Abstrak: Kesehatan Reproduksi Remaja (KRR) merupakan bagian integral dari program kesehatan dan keluarga berencana di Indonesia. Remaja merupakan salah satu sasaran dalam kesehatan reproduksi. Masa remaja merupakan masa peralihan dari masa kanak-kanak ke masa dewasa, dimana pada masa tersebut banyak terjadi perubahan baik fisik maupun psikis.Kesehatan reproduksi merupakan suatu keadaan, kondisi dimana remaja sehat secara sosial, fisik, mental, yang berkaitan dengan sistem reproduksi, fungsi reproduksi dan peran reproduksi yang dimiliki oleh remaja. Tujuan dari pengabdian masyarakat ini untuk meningkatkan pengetahuan siswa MTs. Muhammadiyah 02 Pekanbaru. Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat berupa penyuluhan kesehatan dengan menggunakan media power point dapat digunakan untuk menambah pengetahuan. Melalui kegiatan ini, disarankan agar informasi kesehatan reproduksi terus disampaikan kepada siswi. Kegiatan ini berjalan dengan lancer dan peserta kegiatan mengikuti dengan serius dan antusias.
Consideraciones metodológicas en torno al abordaje histórico cuantitativo del conflicto social y el rol del estado
Authors: Laitano Guillermina
Published: October 2024

This paper addresses the issue of quantitative methodological perspectives in the field of studies on social conflict in recent argentine history. Consequently, the design of a database elaborated to study the ways in which state agencies dealt with social conflict at the end of the 20th century, is presented. First, quantitative history and its implications in the construction of historiographic problems are shown. Secondly, the methodological design of the database is presented, focusing on the relational definition of the unit of analysis, the structure of the database and the variables that compose it. Finally, the use of the newspaper as a historical source is problematized from the reconstruction of the central methodological criticisms formulated by the referents on the field of this study. In addition, a series of methodological precautions adopted in the database to control the biases identified by the critics are exhibited.
The phenomenon of corruption in Ukrainian society: A philosophical analysis of ethical challenges and ways to overcome them
Authors: Sadovnikov Oleg
Published: October 2024

The aim of the study is a philosophical analysis of corruption in Ukrainian society, focusing on the ethical challenges it poses and exploring ways to overcome this phenomenon based on moral principles. The article examines the cultural, social, and institutional factors contributing to tolerance towards corruption, as well as philosophical approaches to addressing it. The study employs methods of critical analysis of philosophical concepts by John Rawls, Immanuel Kant, Jürgen Habermas, and Albert Camus, particularly in the areas of justice, moral responsibility, and communicative ethics. Additionally, the author draws on empirical research on organizational culture, examining the influence of institutional norms on the spread of corrupt practices. The results of the study show that corruption creates complex moral dilemmas for citizens and undermines trust in state institutions. Cultural and social factors, such as paternalism and informal networks, contribute to the persistence of corrupt practices. The author proposes philosophical pathways to combating corruption by revisiting the social contract based on justice, establishing new ethical standards in civic dialogue, and changing organizational culture. The scientific novelty of the article lies in its comprehensive philosophical analysis of corruption, considering cultural and social aspects, which significantly enhance the understanding of this issue in the Ukrainian context. The theoretical significance of the work is in expanding philosophical notions of moral responsibility and justice in corrupt societies. The practical significance of the research is its potential application of the proposed ethical approaches to shaping new institutional standards and altering societal behavior.
Inclusive Educational Leadership and Research Instrument Validation: school principals’ values, knowledge, beliefs, attitudes and practices regarding inclusive education of disabled students.
Authors: Tsirantonaki Smaragdi , Vlachou Anastasia
Published: October 2024

This paper presents part of a broader, large-scale study regarding educational leadership towards inclusive education of disabled students in Greece, highlighting the school principals’ potentially decisive role. Specifically, it investigates Greek school principals’ knowledge, beliefs, attitudes and practices regarding the inclusive education of disabled students in their school-units, as well as their values, examining a) whether there are statistically significant correlations between the aforementioned variables, b) and between these and the school principals’ socio-demographic and professional characteristics. The data were collected through an original questionnaire validated for the Greek context, that was electronically administered to a representative stratified sample of 582 school-principals from 334 primary and 248 secondary Greek schools. The results indicate multiple and multi-layered relationships between the examined variables; and most notably that specific values (benevolence, universalism, self-direction & stimulation) promote the implementation of inclusive education while others (security, tradition, conformity, achievement & power) hinder it. Understanding the relationships between school principals’ knowledge, beliefs, attitudes and practices regarding the education of disabled students and their values may contribute significantly to the promotion of inclusive education. However, the direction and strength of these relationships needs to be further explored to shed more light on the influence of educational leadership.
Pædagogik & bæredygtighed
Authors: Redaktion FPPU
Published: October 2024

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Моделирование привода с рабочим телом в виде стержня из сплава с памятью формы и упругим элементом смещения с учетом трансляционного упрочнения
Authors: Гаганова Наталья Валерьевна
Published: October 2024

One of the applications of shape memory alloys is automotive industry, where they can be used as a material for working bodies of actuators. The movement of the working body is provided by the accumulation of direct transformation deformation during cooling and the shape memory effect during heating. In this paper, the behavior of the actuator, which consists of the rod made from shape memory alloy and the series-connected  elastic displacement body,  is studied in the framework of the combined model of nonlinear deformation taking into account  isotropic and translational hardening. Inelastic deformation produced by the structural transformation in the martensitic state and during thermoelastic phase transitions is described with the use of a loading surface in the stress deviator space. The maximum value of the intensity of phase-structural deformation averaged over the martensitic part of the representative volume is assumed as a non-integral isotropic hardening parameter in the loading surface equation. The formation of martensitic elements during direct thermoelastic transition as well as their evolution are considered. The results of numerical modeling of the working stroke are compared with the data obtained without translational hardening, and the conditions, at which translational hardening can be ignored, are determine. Analysis shows that deformation by a structural mechanism and translational shift of the loading surface are possible under the action of the applied payload and during the working stroke. It has been found that during the working stroke the translational shift of the center of the loading surface significantly affects the stress level in the shape memory rod and the displacement of the point of connection of the working body and translational body. The maximum values of these parameters are reached at the end of the working stroke and are independent of the hardening modulus. The effect of the translational hardening on the results of simulation significantly reduces with an increase in the initial deformation of the working body and an increase of the ratio of the working body flexibility to the elastic body flexibility. It is shown, that during the idle stroke the center of the loading surface is not displaced. The consideration for translational hardening does not affect the selection of parameters providing closeness of the cycle, i.e. the return of the system to its initial state after idling.
The impact of technological cooperation on Russian-Chinese relations: prospects and challenges
Authors: Lin Menghan
Published: October 2024

The study of technological cooperation between Russia and China is an in-depth analysis of the interrelationships that have developed between the two countries in the field of science and technology. The focus is on ongoing projects and initiatives, such as joint research, which play a key role in the development of both States. The influence of the international situation on these relations is considered as global changes and economic sanctions against Russia can affect the dynamics of cooperation with China. The study also analyzes the challenges that may arise in the development of these ties, including issues of intellectual property and competitiveness in the international arena. An important place is occupied by studying the role of technological exchange in strengthening the strategic partnership between the two countries, as well as its possible geopolitical consequences, such as strengthening the positions of both countries on the world stage, reducing dependence on Western technologies and influencing global supply chains. The study highlights the importance of technology cooperation as a tool to achieve a sustainable and secure future for Russia and China in a changing world order. The article uses methods of qualitative analysis based on data from scientific publications and reports. An important place is given to the interdisciplinary approach, which includes elements of system analysis, economic theory, international relations and political science. The methods used help to investigate the influence of technological factors on the dynamics of Russian-Chinese relations and assess their long-term prospects. Technological cooperation between Russia and China demonstrates great significant potential, despite the existing challenges. The study highlights the impact of political, economic and technological factors, as well as risks such as political instability and cyber threats. Deepening high-tech collaboration opens up new horizons for both countries, allowing knowledge sharing in strategically important sectors such as artificial intelligence and 5G. This study makes an innovative contribution, emphasizing the need to integrate technology and policy solutions. Technological cooperation also contributes to strengthening geopolitical cooperation in the face of sanctions pressure and instability. To achieve long-term success, it is important to develop stable cooperation mechanisms, minimize risks and ensure stability based on trust and joint strategies.
New Pro-ecological Alkyd Binder for Moulding Sands with Limited Solvent Content
Authors: Dobosz Stanisław M. , Kozień Jan , Drożyński Dariusz , Hosadyna-Kondracka Małgorzata
Published: October 2024

Moulding sands with an alkyd binder are used primarily in the production of massive castings, mainly of cast steel, but they can also be used for castings made of other alloys. Moulding sands with an alkyd binder compete with self-hardening sands with phenolic and furfuryl resins. They have several advantages in common with furan moulding sands, such as excellent knock-out properties and very good quality of the casting surface. Additionally, alkyd moulding sands do not contain nitrogen, sulphur, formaldehyde and water, various sands can be used as a matrix: quartz, chromite, zircon or olivine and a high proportion of reclaimed material (up to 90%), moreover the moulding sand has high plasticity. The disadvantages of this technology include limited ability to adjust the hardening time, high binder viscosity and high sensitivity of the moulding sand to the matrix and the ambient humidity.The Prec-Odlew company is a Polish manufacturer of, among others, alkyd resins for the foundry industry. As part of the project: “Development and implementation of technologies for obtaining ecological binders (systems) for bonding highly refractory ceramic materials” (RPMP.01.02.01-12-0636/18) two new alkyd resins were developed with a reduced amount of solvents: SL2017 and SL2019. So far, resins of this type contained approximately 40–50% of solvents, including aromatic ones. The newly developed resins have a reduced amount of solvents in their composition – they contain from 20% to 30% and mainly non-aromatic solvents. The SL 2019 resin contains solvents that do not include any aromatic compounds in the form of hydrocarbons.This article presents the results of testing the properties of moulding sands using the standard alkyd resin and the newly developed resins. The obtained results confirmed the possibility of making moulding sands with innovative binders, and even higher strength values were observed than in the case of the reference moulding sand with the SL 2002 binder.
New Fibonacci-type pulsated sequences. Part 2
Authors:   Institute of Information and Communication Technologies, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, Atanassova Lilija , Andonov Velin ,   Institute of Mathematics and Informatics, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences
Published: October 2024

A new Fibonacci sequence from a pulsated type is introduced. The explicit form of its members is given.
A comprehensive exploration of human communal media interaction and its evolving impact on psychological health across demographics and time
Authors: Akhund Tajim Md. Niamat Ullah , Ajabani Deep , Shaikh Zaffar Ahmed , Elrashidi Ali , Nureldeen Waleed A. , Bhatti Muhammad Ishaq , Sarker M Mesbahuddin
Published: October 2024

This work presents a comprehensive literature review and real-world survey analysis examining the intricate relationship between communal media and psychological concerns within human–computer interaction (HCI). By systematically categorizing research from 1995 to 2023, we observe a significant increase in studies, reflecting the growing recognition of communal media’s impact on psychological well-being. Our review delves into various HCI aspects, including demographic effects, emotional sentiment analysis, online social networking, and communal media use intensity. A real-world survey focusing on TikTok users reveals diverse user perspectives on safety, privacy, and the platform’s impact on creativity and mental health. The data highlights a demographic predominance of young adults aged 16–24, with creativity, leisure, and content discovery being primary engagement motivators. Positive impacts such as creative inspiration and distraction from worries are contrasted with concerns over privacy invasion, harm to underaged users, and addiction. Correlation analysis underscores the complex interplay between user experiences and perceptions. Future research should prioritize enhancing privacy and safety measures, educational campaigns, and in-depth studies on the long-term psychological impacts of TikTok usage. Additionally, exploring platform modifications and conducting longitudinal and cross-platform studies will help create a safer and more engaging social media environment. This work contributes significantly to the expanding HCI body of knowledge, providing a robust foundation for future research to inform policies and interventions promoting positive psychological outcomes in the digital age.
Effect of acute anaerobic performance on zinc alpha 2 glycoprotein, apelin and lipasin levels
Authors: Ünver Şaban , Bıyık İlknur , Akman Tülin , Şimşek Emre , Küçük Hamza , Kaplan Abdurrahim , Günay Derebaşı Deniz , İşler Selma , Çınar Canberk , Kızılet Tuba , Tanrıverdi Çaycı Yeliz
Published: October 2024

The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of acute anaerobic exercise on serum levels of adipokines Zinc-α2-glycoprotein (ZAG), apelin, and lipasin. Eighteen male athletes who actively played soccer and trained at least four days a week, with a mean age of 19.11 ± 2.59 years, body weight of 70.61 ± 8.17 kg, height of 176.0 ± 7.71 cm, sport age of 7.22 ± 2.60 years and BMI of 22.76 ± 1.68 kg/m2 participated in the study. Athletes were subjected to the Running-Based Anaerobic Sprint Test (RAST) for anaerobic performance. Blood samples were collected from the athletes 4 times (at rest, 10 minutes, 60 minutes, and 24 hours after exercise). The results of the study showed that acute anaerobic exercise significantly increased ZAG levels (p < 0.05). However, no statistically significant difference was detected in apelin and lipasin levels (p > 0.05). In conclusion, the findings of this study indicate that acute anaerobic exercise is associated with an increase in ZAG levels, but not apelin or lipasin levels. The observations suggest that ZAG may have a specific response to anaerobic exercise, which provides valuable insight into its potential impact on energy metabolism.
Comparing efficacy in reducing pulling and welfare impacts of four types of leash walking equipment
Authors: Johnson Anamarie C. , Wynne Clive D. L.
Published: October 2024

Background

Leash pulling is a commonly reported problem behavior for dog owners, as a result, a variety of leash equipment types are offered to mitigate pulling force. We were particularly interested in prong collars as their inherently aversive design has made their use a subject of debate. Though banned in certain countries and widely available in others, to date, there is no research comparing them to other leash walking equipment.

Methods

We compared four types of leash walking equipment: a martingale (flat collar as baseline measure), a front-connection harness, a polymer prong-style collar (Starmark), and a standard metal prong collar. Twenty-three dogs were walked on all four types of equipment for 5-min each. Equipment was attached to a leash which was connected to a battery-powered strain gauge to measure the dog’s pulling force. All walks were video recorded for behavior analysis.

Results

There were statistically significant differences among the leash equipment types in pulling impulse (Newtons × seconds), (χ2(2) = 30.6, p < 0.001). Post-hoc analysis revealed significant differences in impulse between the martingale and the other equipment: harness (Z = −3.69, p < 0.001), Starmark collar (Z = −3.62, p < 0.001) and prong collar (Z = −3.92, p < 0.001). No other differences among equipment types were significant. Fifteen behaviors were examined as welfare indicators but only three: looking at the handler, lip licking, and sniffing occurred across all dogs and all walks. There was a statistically significant difference in frequency of lip licking behavior across the four types of leash-equipment (χ2(2) = 8.17, p = 0.04) and post-hoc analysis showed a difference between the martingale and the harness (Z = −2.65, p = 0.008). While our research did not provide any clear evidence of poorer welfare due to equipment type, we caution the generalizability of these findings and recommend further assessment of these items of leash-walking equipment in real-life scenarios.
Molecular detection of Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis (Chytridiomycota) and culturable skin bacteria associated with three critically endangered species of Atelopus (Anura: Bufonidae) in Ecuador
Authors: Yánez Galarza Jomira K. , Riascos-Flores Lenin , Naranjo-Briceño Leopoldo , Carrera-Gonzalez Andrea , Ortega-Andrade H. Mauricio
Published: October 2024

Chytridiomycosis is a fungal disease responsible for massive amphibian die-offs worldwide, caused by the fungus Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis (Bd). Potential symbiotic relationships between frogs and the bacteria residing on their skin—referred to as skin-bacteria—may inhibit Bd growth, aiding in resistance to this lethal disease. This research had three main objectives: (1) to detect the presence of Bd in native populations of Atelopus balios, A. bomolochos, and A. nanay in the central Andes and coastal southern regions of Ecuador; (2) to identify the culturable skin-bacteria; and (3) to analyze differences among the bacterial communities in the three Atelopus species studied. Skin swabs were collected from two populations of A. balios (107–203 m a.s.l.) and one population each of A. bomolochos and A. nanay (3,064–3,800 m a.s.l.). These swabs served two purposes: first, to detect Bd using conventional PCR; and second, to isolate culturable bacteria, which were characterized through DNA sequencing, molecular phylogeny, and community composition similarity analysis (Jaccard index). Results showed that Bd was present in all species, with positive Bd PCR amplification found in 11 of the 12 sampled amphibians. The culturable skin-bacteria were classified into 10 genera: Pseudomonas (31.4%), Stenotrophomonas (14.3%), Acinetobacter (11.4%), Serratia (11.4%), Aeromonas (5.7%), Brucella (5.7%), Klebsiella (5.7%), Microbacterium (5.7%), Rhodococcus (5.7%), and Lelliottia (2.9%). The Jaccard index revealed that bacterial genera were least similar in A. bomolochos and A. balios (J = 0.10), while the highest similarity at the genus level was between A. bomolochos and A. nanay (J = 0.33). At the clade-species level, only A. bomolochos and A. nanay show common bacteria (J = 0.13). Culturable bacterial communities of specimens diagnosed as Bd positive (n = 10) or Bd negative (n = 1) share a J value of 0.1 at genus and 0.04 at species-clade level. The prevalence of Bd and the composition of cutaneous bacteria could be influenced by Bd reservoirs, Atelopus biology, and intrinsic environmental conditions. This research contributes to understanding the relationship between endangered Andean species and Bd, and explores the potential use of native skin-bacteria as biocontrol agents against Bd.
Emerging roles of tRNA-derived small RNAs in injuries
Authors: Wang Mengjun , Guo Junfeng , Chen Wei , Wang Hong , Hou Xiaotong
Published: October 2024

tRNA-derived small RNAs (tsRNAs) are a novel class of small noncoding RNAs, precisely cleaved from tRNA, functioning as regulatory molecules. The topic of tsRNAs in injuries has not been extensively discussed, and studies on tsRNAs are entering a new era. Here, we provide a fresh perspective on this topic. We systematically reviewed the classification, generation, and biological functions of tsRNAs in response to stress, as well as their potential as biomarkers and therapeutic targets in various injuries, including lung injury, liver injury, renal injury, cardiac injury, neuronal injury, vascular injury, skeletal muscle injury, and skin injury. We also provided a fresh perspective on the association between stress-induced tsRNAs and organ injury from a clinical perspective.
Constraints Faced by Potato Contract Farmers in the Northern District of West Bengal, India: An RBQ Method Approach
Authors: Anand Basu , Pradhan K. , Agarwal Disha , Rajasri Simadri , Rai Birat
Published: October 2024

The present paper analyses the constraints faced by potato contract farmers in the Coochbehar district of West Bengal. It followed an ex-post-facto research design. The study was conducted from January 2023 to April 2023. The purposive, multistage, and random sampling method was followed. The Coochbehar II block was selected purposively. Out of thirteen, five-gram panchayats were randomly chosen, and ten villages within them were randomly selected for the study. Further ten farmers from each village, totalling to 100 respondents, were randomly selected for the study. Data was collected through personal interviews with responses gathered in Bengali and recorded in English. In this study, the “Rank Based Quotient” (RBQ) method was used to rank the constraints faced by the contract farmers in the study area. The constraints listed were inefficient organizers, low yield, no pre-fixed visits by company field executives, difficult leftover disposal, high cost of cultivation, delayed payment schedule, inclement weather, labour shortage during peak period, manipulated grading and weighing of produce, monopoly of field executives and vendors.