bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Unveiling ethical challenges: An in-depth analysis of unethical behavior in Albanian preschool education
Authors: Sula Gerda , Zahaj Skerdi , Bodinaku Blerta
Published: April 2024

Background: The study delves into the prevalence and severity of unethical behavior among educators and parents in Albanian early childhood education institutions, a topic previously unexplored. Objective: The research aims to identify the most common unethical behaviors among educators and parents, understand the primary determinants of unethical behavior in preschool settings, and provide recommendations for policy development in Albanian public preschools to improve ethical norms. Settings: The study was conducted in Albanian early childhood education institutions, focusing on both educators and parents as key stakeholders. Methods: A comprehensive analysis was undertaken, utilizing questionnaires administered to educators and parents, drawing on codes of ethical behavior and thematic analysis to identify and categorize unethical behaviors. Statistical analysis using SPSS was employed to derive insights from the data. Results: Findings revealed a notable discrepancy between educators' and parents' perceptions of unethical behavior, with guardians reporting higher frequencies of unethical conduct. The most prevalent unethical behaviors included unequal treatment of children, favoritism, and use of punishment by educators, while parents commonly violated norms such as disrespecting educators and encouraging physical aggression in children. Conclusion: The study underscores the importance of addressing unethical behavior in Albanian preschool settings through enhanced awareness, training, and policy interventions. Strategies to foster better communication between educators and parents, improve professional standards, and combat discrimination are imperative for creating a more ethical environment conducive to positive child development.
Veinticinco años después: la memoria de la transición
Authors: Avilés Farré Juan
Published: April 2024

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descolonización española en África: una perspectiva desde los colonizados. Presentación
Authors: Álvarez Chillida Gonzalo , Castien Maestro Juan Ignacio
Published: April 2024

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batalla por la supervivencia: identidades colectivas y resistencias femeninas en la transición democrática en Jaén
Authors: Gómez Fernández Ana Belén
Published: April 2024

El presente artículo se centra en el papel de las mujeres como protagonistas de la construcción de la ciudadanía en los últimos años del franquismo y los inicios de la democracia. Para ello se ha tomado como marco geográfico la provincia de Jaén. Su cometido tradicional asegurando la supervivencia de su familia les hizo luchar por el trabajo de sus maridos, denunciar y reclamar plazas escolares para sus hijos, médicos y en general mejores servicios, destacando su función como grupo de forma aislada, pero también su labor en barrios y asociaciones vecinales. Así, se prestará atención a aquellos grupos de mujeres que menos interés ha recibido historiográficamente, pese a su destacado papel en el desarrollo de una movilización bien espontánea u organizada dentro de diferentes movimientos sociales.
Experiencias femeninas frente al terrorismo de ETA: mujeres del partido socialista de Euskadi
Authors: Hidalgo García de Orellán Sara
Published: April 2024

En los estudios sobre el impacto del terrorismo etarra, la historiografía adolece de cierta invisibilización de lo que ha sido la experiencia femenina de este fenómeno. Por ello, en este trabajo se va a mostrar cómo las mujeres de la órbita del Partido Socialista de Euskadi-Euskadiko Ezkerra (PSE-EE) vivieron esta realidad desde los distintos cargos orgánicos, institucionales y de militancia que ocuparon. En este sentido, se verá cómo ellas resistieron al terrorismo y a su proceso nacionalizador violento, manteniendo formas alternativas de cómo ejercer la política, en este caso, desde el socialismo. Entre las fuentes usadas destacamos la fuente oral, por permitirnos, a través de la recuperación de los testimonios, acceder al complejo fenómeno del impacto del terrorismo, que va mucho más allá del asesinato.
Introducción. Las nuevas derechas en el sur de Europa
Authors: Re Matteo , Palacio Martín Jorge del
Published: April 2024

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nebulosa de la extrema derecha identitaria y soberanista italiana: de la participación política al extraparlamentarismo
Authors: Re Matteo
Published: April 2024

En este artículo se analiza la nebulosa de la extrema derecha identitaria y soberanista italiana. Se ha procedido a examinar cuatro grupos (un partido, y tres movimientos) que conforman las piezas más destacadas de este complicado entramado que se inspira al fascismo, al neofascismo y a elementos culturales e ideológicos lejanos a la derecha. Al principio nos hemos centrado en el neofascismo italiano del pasado siglo, considerándolo como elemento fundamental para entender la extrema derecha italiana de hoy. Luego se han analizado los grupos mencionados con especial interés en su orientación ideológica, su participación política y su actividad metapolítica. El trabajo de investigación necesario para realizar este artículo está basado en fuentes bibliográficas, documentos internos de los grupos estudiados y entrevistas a miembros destacados de dos de estos grupos.
ultraderecha griega: de Amanecer Dorado a los Espartanos (1980-2023)
Authors: Tipaldou Sofia
Published: April 2024

El propósito de este artículo es presentar la ultraderecha en Grecia, un caso de estudio único por la permanencia de un partido abiertamente neonazi en su parlamento durante la mayoría de la década de 2010. Amanecer Dorado se destacó por su extremismo ideológico y por el uso de violencia como herramienta política en Europa del siglo XXI. El 7 de octubre de 2020, LaCorte de Apelación griega dictó que el líder y diecisiete diputados de Amanecer Dorado fueron culpables de pertenecer y dirigir una organización criminal y varios miembros de la organización fueron declararon culpables de delitos relacionados con homicidio. A pesar de que el descrédito que conllevó el juicio hizo a Amanecer Dorado desaparecer del mapa electoral griego, tanto su herencia como su ideología siguieron enraizadas en la sociedad. Ha sido solo cuestión de tiempo hasta que nuevos actores han aparecido para cubrir dicha demanda. Efectivamente, en 2023 Grecia volvió a sorprender con la entrada de tres partidos de la ultraderecha en el parlamento durante las elecciones generales, de los cuales destacamos los Espartanos como ramificación de Amanecer Dorado.
Analysis of Economic Development on West Coast Regency, Indonesia, based on Location Quotient (LQ) and Shift Share (SS)
Authors: Abadi Mansurni , Zahrah Zahrah , Puhakka-Tarvainen Helena , Katsume Hirofumi
Published: April 2024

The research conducted in the West Coastal Regency, Lampung province, Indonesia, aimed to determine the base sector and analyze the district’s economic performance for strategic development. The study used Location Quotient (LQ) and Shift Share (SS) analysis tools and identified agriculture, forestry, and fisheries as sectors with high LQ scores. The Shift Share (SS) analysis revealed positive performance in five industries, with education, health, and social activities being the basis for development. The development planning in the West Coastal Regency in Lampung province can focus on the Development of Maritime Agroecotourism considering the potential of existing natural resources. The results of the location quotient (LQ) and shift share (SS) analysis can guide regional development planning and improve people’s living standards through community participation and government and private sector support.
Culturally Appropriate Interventions For Prevention And Treatment Of Mental Health In Saudi Arabia
Authors: Saad Alghamdi ; Sami Eid ; Abdullah Alkaff ; Waleed Alshehri
Published: April 2024

Mental health conditions present devastating effects to patients, patient families and healthcare systems across the globe. While there are conventional approaches to their treatment and management, the beliefs around their development and prognosis continue to present hurdles in the sole use of Western medicine. Complementary and alternative medicinal (CAM) approach, which draws on patients’ cultural beliefs, has been recommended across literature to augment the conventional medicine. This narrative review examined the culturally appropriate interventions for prevention and treatment of mental health in Saudi Arabia. Four culturally oriented approaches were noted to be effective in preventing and managing mental health problems, including faith-based interventions and practices, traditional healing, herbal medicine, and culturally sensitive cognitive behavioral therapy. Nevertheless, the applications of these interventions often face challenges of inadequate resources and culturally competent among other hurdles, which call for the attention of the Saudi healthcare system administrators for better outcomes.
Implications Of Workload And Work Environment Among Expatriate Healthcare Workers In Saudi Arabia: Narrative Review
Authors: Mohammed Alsulami ; Waleed Alsolami
Published: April 2024

This narrative review explores the challenges faced by expatriate healthcare workers in Saudi Arabia, focusing on workload, work environment, and their impact on well-being and job satisfaction. Berry’s acculturation theory provides the theoretical framework, examining how expatriate healthcare workers adapt to the cultural norms and healthcare practices in the sociocultural setup of Saudi Arabia. The examined literature evidence shows that the expatriate healthcare workers face a plethora of challenges regarding workload and work environment, including high workload, long working hours, inadequate staffing, improper recruitment practices, cultural differences, poor living conditions and social support. This review further noted that proper coping mechanisms and support systems should be availed to the expatriate health workers, including professional support, language training, and improved working conditions.
Documentos para la historia del gobierno y la administración de los Erarios regios indianos de la Monarquía Hispánica (1682-1809)
Authors: Sánchez Santiró Ernest
Published: April 2024

El estudio del gobierno de los Erarios regios indianos de la Monarquía hispánica constituye una de las principales novedades de la historiografía institucional actual referida a dichas entidades hacendarias del antiguo régimen. Viva muestra de esta realidad son las diversas iniciativas individuales y colectivas desplegadas en los últimos años. En este contexto, el propósito del presente libro es aportar materiales para el estudio del gobierno y la administración de los Erarios regios indianos de la Monarquía hispánica. Un gobierno que hay que entender, desde nuestro punto de vista, básica y fundamentalmente como jurisdiccional, es decir, que era ejercido y comandado por jueces y tribunales, sin negar por ello que existía una dimensión administrativa que, en términos de lógica de funcionamiento quedaba supedita a dicha dimensión jurisdiccional. Era esta última la que terminaba dotando de legitimidad a las tareas de captación de los recursos que pertenecían a la corona en los diversos Erarios regios y era lo que daba funcionalidad  a su administración y distribución, ya implicase esto último una mera transferencia o, efectivamente, su egreso para atender los diferentes rubros que componían el gasto ordenado o permitido por el soberano en los diferentes territorios indianos de la Monarquía.
Mejor comida para todos. La alimentación mexicana en campañas de nutrición y en promocionales de la Conasupo (1935-1988)
Authors: Pedroza Peña Luis Ozmar
Published: April 2024

La alimentación es un tema deleitoso no sólo para conocer por mera cultura general, sino para leer, escribir e investigar sobre él. En México, la alimentación está íntimamente ligada con la historia nacional; se han creado mitos culinarios y utilizado a la cocina como un elemento constitutivo de la identidad. No obstante, se han dejado de lado los procesos económicos, políticos y sociales que impactaron en las formas de producir, abastecer y consumir los alimentos, hasta aquellos platillos baluartes de la culinaria nacional. Con un punto de vista original, esta obra analiza la alimentación mexicana durante gran parte del siglo xx, partiendo del estudio de las representaciones creadas por el Estado mexicano a través de diversos materiales (recetarios, cortometrajes y promocionales) que difundieron un discurso oral, escrito, visual y audiovisual sobre los hábitos higiénicos, la nutrición, la producción, abastecimiento y consumo de alimentos básicos, así como de la idea de una alimentación saludable y, sobre todo, mexicana. La Compañía Nacional de Subsistencias Populares (conasupo) jugó un papel significativo en este proceso, al ser la paraestatal encargada de todas las fases de la cadena alimentaria y de promover los cambios en el sistema productivo mexicano con base en una serie de estrategias comerciales, subsidios y materiales promocionales de su tarea primordial: alimentar al pueblo mexicano. Este libro presenta un historia contemporánea de la alimentación mexicana del surco a la mesa, y a las pantallas.
Alianzas multiactor y redes de conocimiento en la Agenda 2030
Authors: Muñoz Melgarejo Mariela
Published: April 2024

En la implementación de la Agenda 2030 se suman diversos actores en el ámbito de la educación superior como las alianzas y redes de conocimiento a través de un trabajo articulado en red entre numerosas universidades, centros de investigación, redes, organizaciones y asociaciones. Dichos actores dinamizan gradualmente el avance de los diecisiete Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible (ODS). Por lo tanto, las alianzas y redes globales (ODS 17) se erigen como actores impulsores y promotores del discurso de la Agenda 2030, no solamente en las IES (instituciones de educación superior) sino también a escala local, subnacional, nacional y global. Esta publicación resulta de interés para aquellos involucrados en el estudio de alianzas y redes globales de conocimiento y cooperación internacional para el desarrollo (CID) como repositorios de experiencias, buenas prácticas, desarrollo de capacidades institucionales y estrategias de innovación locales y globales para la consecución de la agenda de desarrollo vigente de las Naciones Unidas.
Ethnic changes and challenges of preserving the regional identity of the Severnobačka region
Authors: Sedlak Marko , Josifov Nemanja
Published: April 2024

Due to their location, border areas are often multi-ethnic. Numerous national minorities intertwine in them as a result of the long-term historical process of population settlement and migration, as well as political-territorial changes. Regional identities in border areas of states are manifested through the establishment of cross-border cooperation in the field of trade exchange, planning and construction of infrastructure facilities, tourism through the implementation of programs for the protection and management of natural and anthropogenic tourist values and daily migrations (pupils, students, employees). This paper aims to present the ethnic mosaic of the Severnobačka region in the context of presenting its regional identity as a reflection of the interweaving of the culture of national minorities. The paper presents the transformation of the ethnic structure of the population in the Severnobačka region, under the influence of contemporary demographic processes and political events in Serbia and neighbouring countries (conflicts in the territory of the former SFR Yugoslavia and the accession of Hungary and Croatia to the European Union). By applying the correlation method, key demographic changes were identified (fall in the total fertility rate, negative natural increase, negative migration balance), which were reflected in the ethnic composition of the population. A special motive of this research is the process of intensification of emigration of the population in the 21st century, especially those with dual citizenship, especially those countries that are members of the European Union. According to the results of the 2022 census, for the first time in Subotica the Serbian population is dominant, while at the level of the Severnobačka region, the ethnic structure is dominated by the Hungarian population. The tendency to decrease the numerical and percentage share of the most numerous national minorities (Hungarian and Croatian population) is especially pronounced in the 21st century. This is largely reflected in the changes in numerous features in this area: the linguistic and confessional structure of the population, traditions, cultural homogenization, and the gradual loss of the identity of those communities. The idea is to consider a key question: Will the Severnobačka region preserve its multicultural character or is it on the way to ethnic homogenization?
What changes in the age composition of the Vojvodina population tell us?
Authors: Sekulić Milena , Đerčan Bojan , Pogrmić Zorica
Published: April 2024

The research focuses on the characteristics and transformation of the age structure in AP Vojvodina from 1948 to 2022, examining demographic trends and socio-geographic events to present and analyse changes in the region's age structure trends and characteristics. We analysed the population age structure found on the age pyramids and the calculation of the age indicators based on the Census data. Substantial changes are present in the young (0-14 years) and old (65 and over) populations, which have opposite trends. Since 2002, the number of inhabitants in Vojvodina has been decreasing, while the number of older adults is growing. In 2002, the proportion of the young population stood at 15.9%, mirroring closely the 15.5% share held by the older population. According to the last population Census, every fifth resident in Vojvodina is 65 years old or older. The young population in Vojvodina has been decreasing since the 1961 census. Trends in the category of the working-age population indicate the process of demographic ageing of the population of Vojvodina. These shifts in age group proportions have side effects on the region's demographic landscape and societal dynamics. The rising share of older adults signals the need for policies and support systems to cater to the needs of an ageing population, such as healthcare, pension plans, and elderly care services. The changing ratio of young individuals may impact education, family dynamics, and workforce planning. Comprehending these demographic patterns holds significant importance for policymakers and stakeholders, enabling them to respond to the shifting needs and complexities within the population of Vojvodina.
Economic dynamics in border municipalities of AP Vojvodina: perspective of regional development (2011-2022)
Authors: Pogrmić Zorica , Sekulić Milena
Published: April 2024

This research paper explores the economic dynamics of border municipalities in Vojvodina within the context of Serbia through an analysis of the labour market, with a specific emphasis on regional development. Border municipalities, as specific geographical entities, face challenges arising from their proximity to the country's borders, which further impact the economic characteristics of these areas. Through comprehensive research, employing a combination of quantitative and qualitative methods of data analysis, the study examines the influence of various factors on employment, unemployment, and overall economic activity in Serbian border municipalities from 2011 to 2022. By focusing on the labour market, a deeper understanding of the specific economic structure of these municipalities is gained, taking into account local and regional characteristics. The study investigates factors affecting employment, such as the educational structure of the population, the availability of education and training, as well as investment attraction. The dynamics of unemployment are also analysed, considering its relationship with seasonal variations and structural changes in the labour market. Additionally, the paper explores the connections between the labour market and broader regional development, examining how economic activity in border municipalities contributes to or restricts overall regional development in Serbia. In this context, the focus will be on border municipalities with Croatia, including Sombor, Apatin, Odžaci, Bač, Bačka Palanka in Bačka, and one municipality in Srem, Šid. Identification of key challenges and opportunities for improving the labor market in these municipalities can provide a foundation for the development of policies aimed at enhancing regional economic stability, especially considering the sensitive position of border municipalities in Serbia.
GIS Analysis of Changes in the Spatial Distribution of the Population – Case Study of the Trebinje Region (Republic of Srpska)
Authors: Lukić Tanović Mariana , Krsmanović Mitar
Published: April 2024

The territory of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Republic of Srpska has been affected by negative demographic processes for the last three decades. The depopulation process is primarily a consequence of the war events in the early nineties. Due to increased mortality and forced war migrations, large population losses occurred. The process of depopulation continued even after the war. Negative natural growth, insufficient births, shifting of the birth age limit, emigration of the population abroad, ageing of the population are just some of the demographic problems. The emphasis in this research is on the Trebinje region, which is one of the 7 regions of the Republic of Srpska (according to the Spatial Plan of the Republic of Srpska). It is a part of the former region Herzegovina, which after the division of BiH is a part of Republic of Srpska. The Trebinje region is a depopulated and heavily immigrated area. In addition to the basic demographic characteristics of the region, the paper will show the spatial distribution of the population. A GIS model of spatial analysis will be used for the spatial analysis of demographic characteristics. As the most important indicators of changes in the spatial distribution of the population, the method of the spatial arithmetic mean of the population (Mean Centre) and the ellipse of the direction of the distribution of the population (Standard Deviation Ellipse) through the census years will be applied. GIS models are suitable for researching areas that have a small number of inhabitants and negative demographic trends that can be expected in the future. Such is the area of the Trebinje region, which according to the last census has approximately 100,000 inhabitants. The basic source of data is the official population census data, as well as other demographic statistics of the Institute of Statistics Republic of Srpska and the Agency for Statistics BiH. The goal of the research is to determine and map the demographic processes in the Trebinje region, with an emphasis on changes in the spatial distribution of the population and settlement. With the aim of better spatial targeting of demographic and economic revitalization measures, GIS models can be applied for spatial monitoring of demographic trends and spatial planning.
Atención farmacéutica en la bibliografía nacional e internacional (1/2024)
Authors: Albert Sogorb María , Calvo Martinez Andrea , Verdú Calvo Jorge
Published: April 2024

Consumer knowledge of mental health conditions, awareness of mental health support services, and perception of community pharmacists’ role in mental health promotion.

Conocimiento del consumidor sobre las condiciones de salud mental, conocimiento de los servicios de apoyo a la salud mental y percepción del papel de los farmacéuticos comunitarios en la promoción de la salud mental.

Singleton J, Stevens J, Truong R, McCulloch A, Ara E, Cooper M, Hobbs B, Hotham E, Suppiah V.

https://doi.org/10.1093/ijpp/riad091

Community pharmacy and primary health care - Types of integration and their applicability: A narrative review.

Farmacia comunitaria y atención primaria de salud - Tipos de integración y su aplicabilidad: una revisión narrativa

Urionagüena A, Piquer-Martínez C, Gastelurrutia MA, Benrimoj SI, García-Cárdenas V, Fernández-Llimos F, Martínez-Martínez F, Calvo B.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sapharm.2022.10.007

What helps, what hinders antidepressant discontinuation? Qualitative analysis of patients’ experiences and expectations.

¿Qué ayuda y qué dificulta la interrupción de los antidepresivos? Análisis cualitativo de las experiencias y expectativas de los pacientes.

Meißner C, Meyrose AK, Nestoriuc Y.

https://doi.org/10.3399/BJGP.2023.0020
The Role of Sustainable Regional Development in Increasing the Competitiveness Strategy of UMKM Enterprises in Banyuwangi Regency
Authors: Enggita Salsabila  , Gusti Ayu Wulandari  , Izza Savina Firdaus
Published: April 2024

This study aims to analyze the competitiveness of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (UMKM) in Banyuwangi Regency and formulate strategies to maintain their competitiveness through the sustainable role of the local government. SWOT analysis is used to identify the internal and external factors faced by UMKM (Micro Small Medium Enterprises). The results show that the strategies that can be pursued include developing clusters/centers of leading UMKM (Micro Small Medium Enterprises), increasing product value-added and differentiation, and improving human resource capacity. The role of the local government is key in supporting the implementation of these strategies through providing access to capital, facilitating promotion and marketing, and comprehensive fiscal incentives. The joint efforts of UMKM (Micro Small Medium Enterprises) actors and local government are expected to increase the competitiveness of UMKM (Micro Small Medium Enterprises) and support inclusive and sustainable regional economic growth.
Análisis univariado y multivariado para evaluación de fitoplancton y calidad de agua en estanques acuícolas en el municipio de Ahome, Sinaloa, México
Authors:   Instituto Tecnológico De Los Mochis, Díaz Gaxiola Jesús Manuel , Escobedo Urquídez Jesús Octavio ,   Instituto Tecnológico De Los Mochis
Published: April 2024

En el ámbito profesional, cada día hay que resolver los problemas que se presentan de la mejor manera y sin duda, el uso de la estadística es fundamental para comprender y tomar decisiones más acertadas. ¿Qué es la estadística? Estadística es la parte de las matemáticas que estudia las características de las muestras y de las poblaciones de las que provienen (CorralDávalos, 2019), por su parte Milton (2007) la define como el arte de la decisión frente a la incertidumbre. La ciencia basada en un proceso analítico y crítico produce el conocimiento que ha permitido una mejor comprensión de la realidad circundante. Asimismo, ha facultado al hombre para penetrar en los secretos más profundos del mundo, incluido el ser del hombre mismo (Pérez-Tejada, 2008).
Presentation of a Digital Transformation Model for Customer Experience in Insurance Products (Case Study: Asmari Insurance)
Authors: Nikou Goftar Mostafa , Heydariyeh Seyed Abdolla , Faezi Razi Farshad
Published: April 2024

Objective: The aim of this research is to present a digital transformation model for customer experience in insurance products in the insurance industry. Methodology: The present study is considered to be fundamental-applied research in terms of purpose and survey-based in terms of data collection method. The statistical population of the study included all experts in the insurance industry at Asmari Insurance, who were purposefully selected to theoretical saturation, consisting of 179 individuals for the quantitative section and 15 experts from Asmari Insurance for the qualitative section. Data collection was conducted using thematic analysis and interview tools. For data analysis, qualitative data were analyzed using interview and manual coding, while quantitative data utilized the structural equation modeling approach and Smart PLS3.3 software, including confirmatory factor analysis tests. Findings: The research results indicate that in the qualitative section, 2 dimensions including access and awareness, and personalization, along with 12 components in the digital transformation of customer experience for insurance products were identified. After conducting the structural model test and overall fit, the desired pattern was confirmed. Conclusion: It can be concluded that the digital transformation model for customer experience in insurance products has a good fit, and this model can be used in marketing to provide better services to customers.
Fear of Infectious Contagion/Transmission Among Health Sciences Students and Its Relationship to Their Attitudes Toward The COVID-19 Vaccine
Authors: Türen Sevda , Torun Onur
Published: April 2024

Objective: As part of their educational program, health sciences students participate in clinical practice in healthcare institutions. Thus, this group, which is at the center of the risk of infection, is highly likely to encounter infectious diseases. This study aims to investigate the fear of infection contagion/transmission and attitudes toward the COVID-19 vaccine in health sciences students and examine the relationship between them.
Methods: Data were collected using the “Data Collection Form”, “Fear of Contagion/Transmission Scale”, and “Attitudes Towards the COVID-19 Vaccine (ATV-COVID-19) Scale”.
Results: A total of 303 health sciences students (nursing, nutrition and dietetics, physical therapy and rehabilitation) participated in the study. It was observed that 72.2% of the students lived with their families, and 42.6% had a family member with a chronic disease. In addition, 91.1% reported COVID-19 vaccination, and 48.2% reported COVID-19 infection. The mean score of participants’ fear of contagion/transmission was 89.38±14.58, and the sub-dimension “fear of social transmission” received the highest score. A weakly significant negative relationship existed between fear of contagion/transmission and positive attitude toward the COVID-19 vaccine.
Conclusion: As a result of the study, it was found that fear of infection contagion/transmission among students was associated with a positive attitude toward the COVID-19 vaccine.
Incremental Cubic Regularized SR1 Quasi-Newton Method and the Applications in Large-Scale Problems
Authors:   , Jinmin Hou , Tsang Heric
Published: April 2024

This paper delves into an innovative incremental cubic regularized symmetric rank-1 (SR1) method (ICuREGSR1). By incorporating the cubic regularization technique into SR1, we successfully address the issue of indefinite resulting matrix in SR1. Our core strategy is to adopt an incremental optimization scheme, gradually updating the information of the objective function, which typically involves a sum of multiple independent functions, and is very common in large-scale machine learning tasks. Through numerical experiments on multiple machine learning problems, we find that compared with other traditional algorithms, our proposed algorithm exhibits superior performance in terms of gradient magnitude.
CARING NATURE (ClimAte neutRal INitiatives for GrowiNg heAlTh and care Unmet REquirements) - Waste Management in Health Care
Authors: Lorenzon Laura , Gui Daniele , Mari Pasquale , Korn David , Magalini Sabina
Published: April 2024

Background: Each OR has the potential to produce up to 2300 kg of waste/year. A recent study from UK, USA and Canada documented that ORs were found to be up to 6 times more energy-consuming than other hospital departments, but in addition, ORs generate several types of waste and by-products, each requiring a different disposal.

Aims: This project aims to provide a paradigmatic change in the life-cycle of waste produced in the OR.

Methods: 1) We will provide an accurate measure of the total amount of waste produced in the OR, by monitoring activities in the OR for a 2-weeks period. 2) We will produce operational guidelines, based on 3 levels of interventions: A) Reuse; B) Rethink (raise awareness and promote education on health-care waste); and C) Reduce. 3) We will produce an organization model based on a new tool to discard products and implement their recycling. 4) We will provide the blueprint of reusable products, by scrutinizing the market of surgical devices and testing/comparing potential devices to those routinary employed. 5) Finally, we will divulgate a training package for all healthcare workers working in the OR focused on the management of hospital waste.

Results: This project is part of the CARING NATURE initiative, submitted and funded in the HORIZON-HLTH-2023-CARE-04 call. The 36-months project will start on January 2024.

Conclusions: This EU-funded project will add knowledge, implement management with new tools, address unmet needs, promote re-use, limit overuse, and disseminate guidelines to radically change OR management.

 

 

Funding: This work has been supported by the CARING NATURE project that has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon Europe research and innovation programme under the Grant Agreement No. 101101322.
A review of technoeconomic benefits of torrefaction pretreatment technology and application in torrefying sawdust
Authors: Bello R. S. , Olorunnisola A. O. , Omoniyi T. E. , Onilude M. A.
Published: April 2024

Economic analysis of the torrefaction process centers on the assessment of the economic feasibility of the production and utilization of torrefied biomass using developed models such as costs of biomass, electricity, labour, investment, transportation, etc. to evaluate the cost of biomass torrefaction. The increase in energy usage over the past century has raised concern over the energy insecurity and environmental unsustainability of current fossil fuel utilization; therefore, there is a need for energy diversification. An attractive alternative is biomass. However, the poor performance of raw biomass in energy generation further necessitates the development of refined technologies to enhance its performance, particularly at low temperatures between 200–300 ℃. This study therefore reviews the technoeconomic benefits of torrefaction technology and reactors and their application in the pretreatment of sawdust. An overview of torrefaction technology, torrefied product characteristics, economic analysis of torrefaction reactors, and torrefaction cost/ton were reviewed. From the review, torrefaction significantly improved the physical, combustion, and performance characteristics of torrefied products, with comparable durability and storability to raw biomass. Compared with other thermal pretreatment methods, torrefaction is an economical way of improving biomass properties.
Strategic management in an uncertain environment: A review
Authors: Martins José Moleiro
Published: April 2024

This article focuses on strategic management as a guiding line of action, aiming to maintain alignment with the market in order to develop capabilities that allow the organization to provide unparalleled value to customers through new positioning. A qualitative analysis of the literature based on reference authors was conducted. The results reveal that the specificity of the sector of activity, due to its international competition, makes the competitive context more uncertain. This influences the way in which the strategy to be adopted by organizations is formulated. Thus, we conclude that organizations competing in hypercompetitive markets should adopt an adaptive strategy to respond quickly to market dynamics.
Pengendalian Kinerja Keuangan Pemerintah Daerah Melalui Efektivitas Pelaksanaan Anggaran Pendapatan dan Belanja
Authors: Hendrawan  , Syachbrani Warka
Published: April 2024

This study aim is to identify the effectiveness and efficiency of the regional revenue and expenditure budget as a means of controlling the district government, in order to improve the function of government services. The research method used was descriptive data analysis method, which is collecting data, classifying, processing and analyzing data so that an overview of the problem under study is obtained, then provides suggestions based on the conclusion. The type of data collected is qualitative data consisting of primary data and some secondary datas. This research was obtained facts about the effectiveness and efficiency of regional income and expenditure budgets as a means of government control by observing and analyzing a  problem that occurs in research location regarding the existing suitability then drawing conclusions from the problem under study. Research result show that the financial performance of the Enrekang Regency Government for three years was decreased. In 2017 was categorized as less effective, in 2018 50.95% was categorized as ineffective, and in 2019 54.26% was categorized as ineffective. Meanwhile, in efficiency study shows these three years has decreased, for the Efficient value in 2017 of 11.51%, in 2018 it was 18.88%, and in 2019 it was 19.44%.
Pengaruh Pembelajaran Berbasis Daring Terhadap Hasil Belajar Mahasiswa Pendidikan Akuntansi Universitas Negeri Makassar
Authors: Nur Alinsa  , M. Yusuf A. Ngampo  , Nuraisyiah
Published: April 2024

This study aims to determine the effect of online-based learning on student learning outcomes of Accounting Education at, the State University of Makassar. The variables of this research are online-based learning as the independent variable (X) and student learning outcomes as the dependent variable (Y). The population of this study was the 2018 and 2019 students of the Accounting Education Study Program consisting of 224 students, while the sample was 69 students who were taken using the proportionate stratified random sampling technique. Data collection is done by observation, questionnaires, and documentation. The data analysis used an instrument test and a hypothesis test. The results of this study indicate that online-based learning is included in the good category. Meanwhile, the student learning outcomes of Makassar State University Accounting Education are in a good category. From the results of simple linear regression analysis obtained online-based learning Y = 3.063 + 0.009X, which means that for each addition of 1 value of online-based learning, the value of learning outcomes has increased by 0.009. While the product-moment correlations obtained the coefficient of determination (r²) the value of r² = 0.070 or 7%, which means that online-based learning has a contribution to learning outcomes of 7 percent, and the remaining 93 percent is influenced by other factors. Meanwhile, the results of the t-test analysis obtained a significant value of 0.000 <0.05, which means that online-based learning has a significant effect on learning outcomes, thus the hypothesis is accepted.
Reflexiones Sobre la Ingeniería y la Formación Ética de los Ingenieros
Authors: López Echeverría María Isabel
Published: April 2024

El presente trabajo consta de dos partes: un recuento histórico de la ingeniería como área de conocimiento y como profesión, y la consecuente evolución en la formación universitaria de los ingenieros desde la visión disciplinar a la globalidad, a nivel general y en Venezuela, para destacar la complejidad que actualmente presenta el estudio de la profesión y su relación con el desarrollo sostenible como una responsabilidad técnica y social. Además, se presenta un análisis de los perfiles y programas de estudio de ingeniería en una muestra de universidades venezolanas compuesta por instituciones públicas y de gestión privada, con el propósito de identificar, en la oferta consultada, características de la formación referida a aspectos éticos, legales, y sobre el desarrollo sostenible. Dicho análisis se fundamentó en una búsqueda documental en fuentes digitales confiables. Los resultados nos permiten concluir sobre la necesidad de contar con portales web institucionales y actualizados que divulguen información oficial, entre ella, los perfiles de egreso y los planes de estudio de las titulaciones, y la importancia de renovar los planes de estudio de ingeniería para incorporar en ellos, de manera explícita y obligatoria, aspectos éticos, legales y experiencias sobre el desarrollo sostenible en ámbitos técnicos y sociales, ya que este se considera un deber irremplazable en la ingeniería.
Descartes y las pasiones
Authors: Rivero Yelitza
Published: April 2024

En este artículo presento algunas consideraciones sobre la relación mente-cuerpo en la filosofía cartesiana que permiten vislumbrar lo que entiende Descartes por naturaleza humana. Para esto expongo cómo la enseñanza de la naturaleza y las pasiones nos muestran que las afecciones producidas en el alma por el mundo material son innegables y fundamentales, porque la información que nos aportan nos ayuda a preservarnos como individuos. Finalmente, considero que las pasiones por darse en el alma están en estrecha relación con la voluntad, en tal sentido, algunas de nuestras acciones y decisiones dependen de dicha interacción.
Fast Check for Ponding
Authors: Burgett Lewis B.
Published: April 2024

For a flat or near flat roof, it is necessary that the roof framing be sufficiently stiff to prevent ponding of water. Without sufficient stiffness, deflection of the roof may cause successive ponding and deflection until the accumulated weight could conceivably cause failure. The AISC Specification provides formulas by which the stiffness of a roof system may be checked.
A Rapid Solution of Vierendeel Frames
Authors: Abdul-Shafi A.
Published: April 2024

Vierendeel type frames are frequently used in steel structures and their analysis is of interest to writers and engineers. The method described herein provides a quick solution to these frames by longhand computation. It is a non iterative moment distribution process that is simple and involves a limited amount of labor. It also has the advantage of being close to the conventional process in its ease of application. The frames considered here are of the type shown in Figs. 1 and 2. These frames are symmetrical about the center line and they can be analyzed by considering only one-half of the frame. In order to avoid the shear correction problem that is usually associated with the lateral sway in these frames, use is made of the cantilever stiffness and carryover for chord members.
Headed Steel Anchor under Combined Loading
Authors: McMackin Patrick J. , Slutter Roger G. , Fisher John W.
Published: April 2024

The increasing use of headed steel anchor studs under combined shear and tension loading has resulted in a need for more information on their behavior and strength. Some typical situations where this type of loading is encountered in design are shown schematically in Fig. 1. Anchor studs can provide an efficient method of joining steel and concrete members and can permit greater flexibility in the design of composite steel-concrete systems. The existing criteria for designing headed steel anchor studs with partial embedment in concrete is based on limited test data and various models representing connector behavior. Several empirical relationships have been suggested in the literature. However, a number of factors can affect the ultimate strength of a headed steel anchor stud. They include the embedment length, the development of full or partial concrete shear cones which depends on anchor spacing and boundary conditions, concrete shear strength, shear friction, and the attachment plate thickness.
Commentary on Highly Restrained Welded Connections
Authors: American Institute of Steel Construction
Published: April 2024

The American Institute of Steel Construction, recognizing the need for dissemination of information to designers and fabricator-erectors on potential problems encountered in highly restrained welded connections, created a Task Force with the assigned responsibility of reviewing published relevant technical literature to develop a discussion of the factors and mechanisms that would be useful to the design profession and construction industry. The report of this Task Force of the AISC Committee on Fabricating Operations and Quality Standards resulted in this document, which is a "State of the Art" presentation reflecting information presently available. With regard to the points raised in this commentary concerning highly restrained welded connections, it is emphasized that for the great majority of welded connections the conditions which provide the potential for lamellar tearing or other distress do not exist. It is only in a limited number of connections in welded structures that critical requisite conditions may precipitate a lamellar tear. The purpose of this paper is to present information which will be an aid in minimizing the occurrence of such conditions.
Recent Developments in Steel Building Design
Authors: Beedle Lynn S. , Lu Le-Wu , Ozer Erkan
Published: April 2024

Those engaged in the structural research that has been typical of many steel-industry-sponsored programs in recent years—and has been traditional at the Fritz Engineering Laboratory since its early days—have the advantage of working with an advisory committee. Beyond receiving suggestions for needed work this advantage has at least two ramifications: (1) There is always interest in the engineering application of a new approach that may arise from the research, and (2) the investigators cannot fail to be impressed with the necessary "constraints", among which are time and complexity. A new method that involves more design time, or is more complex in its application, must have a significant economic advantage before it can become a practical design tool. It is from this background that recent developments in steel building design are discussed in this paper. Which of the developments arising from research have a potential for improvement in design? Some of these applications are current. Some are in the future. Some of the source material goes beyond that resulting from the work of the writers and of their own institution. Not only does it include AISC-sponsored research, but also that of the American Iron and Steel Institute, Column Research Council, Research Council on Bolted and Riveted Structural Joints, and the National Science Foundation.
Optimum Belt Truss Locations for High-Rise Structures
Authors: Taranath B.S.
Published: April 2024

Innovative structural schemes are continuously being sought in the design of high-rise structures with the intention of limiting the wind drift to acceptable limits without paying a high premium in steel tonnage. The savings in steel tonnage and cost can be dramatic in high-rise buildings if certain techniques are employed to utilize the full capacities of the structural elements. Various wind bracing techniques have been developed to this end; this paper deals with one such system, namely, the belt truss system. A method of analysis is presented for obtaining optimum combination of belt truss location which minimizes the wind drift of the building.