bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Effect of Business Cycle, Income Diversification, and Financial Ratios on Bank Risk in the ASEAN Region
Authors: Ridho Sahputra Muhammad , Adam Mohamad , Muizzuddin  , Isnurhadi
Published: July 2024

Research Aims: This research aims to analyze the influence of the business cycle, income diversification, and financial ratios as proxied by profitability and liquidity on the level of banking risk adjustment in ASEAN in the 2020-2022 period.
Design/methodology/approach: The research used a sample of 93 banks in the ASEAN region. Sample selection applied purposive sampling techniques based on certain criteria in the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam. The estimation technique used is the Ordinary Least Square method on panel data to analyze the model being built.
Research Findings: Research shows that the relationship between the business cycle and bank risk is negative. This means that when the economy is in a contraction phase, bank risk will decrease and vice versa. Then, banks that diversify their income can reduce bank risk. On the other hand, the influence of profitability and liquidity has a negative effect, meaning that a high level of income accompanied by liquid bank assets has the potential to reduce the level of bank risk. Apart from that, there are several other aspects that banks need to pay attention to in anticipating emerging risks, including previous year's credit risk, business size, loan loss reserves, asset growth and financial freedom.
Theoretical Contribution/Originality: The originality of the research lies in its comprehensive approach to analyzing the impact of business cycles, income diversification, and financial ratios on bank risk in the ASEAN region. The study's methodology, variables, and empirical evidence all contribute to its originality and relevance to the existing literature
Keywords: Revenue Diversification, Liquidity, Profitability, Bank Risk, Business Cycle
Associação entre a defesa do levantador e as ações subsequentes do rally em seleções nacionais de voleibol masculino e feminino
Authors: Da Silva Luis Henrique Mercante , Afonso Gilmar , Kerkoski Marcio Jose , Costa Gustavo De Conti Teixeira , Paulo Anderson Caetano
Published: July 2024

A defesa do ataque adversário pode ser realizada pelo levantador a partir do complexo II. A organização tática após a defesa do levantador apresenta lacunas. O objetivo do presente estudo foi verificar a associação da defesa do levantador na sequência do rally, levantamento e toque de ataque subsequente, em seleções nacionais de voleibol masculinas e femininas. Em 110 jogos analisados do Campeonato Mundial de Voleibol Adulto de 2018, houveram 2280 bolas atacadas para a posição de defesa do levantador em solo. Diante disso, foi considerado como amostra apenas os rallies que tiveram um desfecho com a finalização de um toque de ataque com a execução das técnicas de cortada ou largada. Isso estratificou 1407 rallies (61,71% dos 2280 rallies), sendo 688 rallies masculinos e 719 rallies femininos que tiveram três desfechos possíveis: ponto a favor ou continuidade ou ponto contra. Foi verificado o nível de associação entre esse desfecho do toque de ataque e o local de defesa do levantador, a eficácia da defesa do levantador, a identificação do jogador que levantou, a identificação do jogador que atacou, além da identificação da técnica de ataque utilizada. O teste qui-quadrado revelou que existe maiores associações de ponto a favor quando: i) o levantador das seleções masculinas defendeu na zona defensiva; ii) a líbero executou o levantamento nas seleções femininas; iii) a técnica de ataque potente foi utilizada, em ambos os sexos. Diante do exposto, há diferenças no comportamento tático do contra-ataque masculino e feminino após uma ação de defesa do levantador, embora o ataque potente seja preponderante para obtenção do ponto a favor em ambos os sexos.
Palavras chaves: Análise de jogo, Levantamento, Alta Performance, Esporte Coletivo, Campeonato Mundial.
Biomechanical Analysis of Smash Stroke in Badminton: A Comparative Study of Elite and Recreational Players: a systematic review
Authors: Edmizal Eval , Barlian Eri , Donie Donie , Komaini Anton , Hauw Sin Tjung , Umar Umar , Ahmed Mottakin , Pratap Singh Agam , Haryanto Jeki , Arzhan Hidayat Rezha
Published: July 2024

Background and Study Aim: This study aims to conduct a biomechanical analysis of smash shots in badminton with a focus on the comparison between elite and recreational players. In this context, an in-depth understanding of the biomechanical characteristics of smash shots is expected to provide insight into the key factors that differentiate between elite and recreational players. By involving a systematic review of the existing literature, this study sought to make an essential contribution to a comprehensive understanding of the biomechanical aspects of smash shots.Material and Methods: This study utilized a systematic review design by conducting a literature search through several relevant databases. Inclusion and exclusion criteria were established to select studies that fit the research objectives. The selection of elite and recreational players as research subjects was the main focal point, with significant biomechanical variables identified. Data analysis was conducted by detailing the key results related to smash shots of both groups of players.
Results: A systematic analysis of the literature revealed significant differences in the biomechanics of smash shots between elite and recreational badminton players. Elite players exhibited more optimized movement patterns, racket speed and body coordination, giving them an edge in smash stroke execution. These findings reinforce the importance of certain biomechanical factors that need to be considered in the practice and development of smash shot skills to achieve higher levels of performance.Conclusions: Based on systematic analysis, the conclusion of this study confirms that elite badminton players have significantly different biomechanical characteristics in smash shots compared to recreational players. The implication is that specialized drills and training can be directed towards improving certain biomechanical aspects to enhance smash stroke performance. This study provides an essential foundation for the development of more effective training methods in improving the technical abilities of badminton players, both for those at the elite and recreational levels.
Keywords: Smash Stroke Biomechanics, Badminton, Comparison of Elite and Recreational Players, Systematic Review, Badminton Player Performance Analysis
Article RETRACTED due to manipulation by the authors Improving Soccer Coaching: Considerations of Individual Learning Styles, Intelligence Levels, and Motivation
Authors: Chaeroni Ahmad , Gusril Gusril , Talib Kamal , Mashuri Mashuri , Susilo Hendri , Orhan Bekir Erhan , Govindasamy Karuppasamy , Ahmed Mottakin , Okilanda Ardo
Published: July 2024

Problem statement. In the increasingly complex and competitive world of soccer, training approaches that do not consider differences in individual learning styles, intelligence levels, and player motivation can be a serious obstacle in producing quality players. The lack of a holistic coaching approach based on differences in learning styles, intelligence levels, and motivation in training soccer players, which has the potential to hinder the development of optimal soccer playing skills among students, is a specific problem in this study. Purpose. The purpose of this study is to develop a holistic and innovative soccer coaching approach, which not only takes into account differences in individual learning styles and intelligence levels, but also increases player motivation. Thus, it is expected to be able to produce high-quality soccer players and improve the mastery of big ball games in physical education in schools. Methods. This type of research is a Quasy experiment with a study population of 140 men, the sample amounted to 44 male students. The instruments used were soccer playing skills test and general intelligence test. The data were analyzed using two-way analysis of variance with the help of Statistical Package for the Social Sciens 23. Results. The results of the study are as follows: (1) in general, the soccer playing skills of students who learn to use the global method are better than the elementary method; (2) there is an interaction between training methods and intelligence levels on the ability to play soccer; (3) at high intelligence levels, the global method is better than training using elementary learning methods to improve students' soccer playing skills; (4) at low intelligence levels, the elementary method is better than training using the global method in improving students' soccer playing skills. Conclusions. It can thus be concluded that improving soccer training cannot be underestimated without seriously considering individual learning styles, intelligence levels, and player motivation. Based on the findings, a holistic approach that integrates learning style preferences, designs training strategies that match intelligence levels, and understands motivational factors, opens the door to more adaptive and successful soccer learning.
Keywords: Methods, Learning, Intelligence, Play, Soccer.
O financiamento federal do Esporte de Alto Rendimento no Brasil no Ciclo Olímpico e Paralímpico Tóquio 2020
Authors: Silva Carneiro Fernando Henrique , Csucsuly Cíntia , Casarin Dalmas Leandro , Montenegro Marques Luís Maurício , Mascarenhas Fernando
Published: July 2024

Este estudo teve o objetivo de analisar o financiamento do Esporte de Alto Rendimento (EAR) no Brasil no Ciclo Olímpico e Paralímpico Tóquio 2020. Caracteriza-se como uma pesquisa descritiva de cunho quanti-qualitativo, realizada a partir de análise documental, no período de 2017 a 2021. Realizou-se a coleta de dados no Portal da Legislação do Governo Federal e no Portal Transparência no Esporte. A análise de dados baseou-se nos indicadores: fontes de financiamento, magnitude do gasto e direção do gasto. O Ciclo Tóquio 2020 teve 6,07 bilhões, destes a fonte extraorçamentária destaca-se, pois representou 70,65% do financiamento do EAR, considerando, principalmente o repasse de concursos de prognóstico para entidades esportivas e o patrocínio das estatais sem incentivo fiscal. A fonte orçamentária ficou com 14,72% dos recursos, fruto sobretudo de contribuições sobre concursos de prognóstico e recursos ordinários. Já a fonte de gasto tributário teve 14,63%, especialmente a partir de recursos da Lei de Incentivo ao Esporte. Infere-se que as entidades esportivas se beneficiaram do financiamento público do EAR no Ciclo Tóquio 2020, principalmente em razão dos repasses dos concursos prognósticos, da Lei de Incentivo ao Esporte e do patrocínios das estatais, tendo o Estado esvaziado seu papel em um contexto de governos ultraneoliberais.
Palavras-chave: Políticas públicas; Financiamento público; Esporte de Alto Rendimento; Ciclo Olímpico; Ciclo Paralímpico; Jogos Tóquio 2020.
Time efficiency and match optimization in scheduling Pencak Silat matches: a case study of the Sleman Regency Student Pencak Silat Championship in 2023
Authors: Ambarwati Aditya , Aga Aldilah Jabbar , Abusini Sobri , Krisnawati Vira Hari , Prabowo Trisnar Adi
Published: July 2024

The issue of this research is that many pencak silat matches in Indonesia still use manual calculations in several dis-tricts/regencys, then the calculation data is inputted into the system. This will take a lot of time, so the pencak silat match schedule spends a lot of time. The data used is the number of parties at the Sleman Regency Student Pencak Silat Championship in 2023. This research aims to find calculations to maximize the number of parties/matches/match numbers per day in a martial arts match. The method that can be used is the Preemptive Multiple Bounded Knapsack Problem (PMBKP). PMBKP involves distributing the quanti-ty of different types of items to a group of knapsacks with their respective priorities and capacity limits. The PMBKP results obtained in the 2023 Sleman District Pencak Silat Championship problem using the Branch and Bound algorithm are 175 parties on the first day, 133 parties on the second day, 128 parties on the third day, 127 parties on the fourth day, and 72 parties on the fifth day. These results can be said to be effective if applied to pencak silat matches that aim to nurture achievements, such as introductions and district/regency level matches.
Keywords: Pencak Silat, Competition, Sports Schedule
Paraneoplastic glomerular disease. Case study
Authors: Dvoretsky Leonid I. ,   Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University (Sechenov University), Moscow, Russia, Sidoruk Nina A. , Krivushkin Sergei A. , Stolyarevich Ekaterina S. , Kolendo Svetlana E. , Stepanchenko Andrei P. ,   Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University (Sechenov University), Moscow, Russia,   Yudin City Clinical Hospital of the Department of Health of the city of Moscow, Moscow, Russia,   City Clinical Hospital №52 of the Department of Health of the city of Moscow, Moscow, Russia,   Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University (Sechenov University), Moscow, Russia,   Yudin City Clinical Hospital of the Department of Health of the city of Moscow, Moscow, Russia
Published: July 2024

The case of membranous nephropathy manifested in nephrotic syndrome in a patient, newly diagnosed with lung cancer, is reported. Brief data on the paraneoplastic glomerular disease are provided, the need for cancer screening in elderly patients with nephrotic syndrome is emphasized.
Gastrointestinal protection options for direct oral anticoagulants in patients with atrial fibrillation
Authors: Vorobyeva Natalya M. ,   Russian Gerontology Clinical Research Center – branch of Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University, Moscow, Russia, Malaya Irina P. , Lelkova Alexandra M. , Tkacheva Olga N. ,   Russian Gerontology Clinical Research Center – branch of Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University, Moscow, Russia,   Russian Gerontology Clinical Research Center – branch of Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University, Moscow, Russia,   Russian Gerontology Clinical Research Center – branch of Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University, Moscow, Russia
Published: July 2024

Gastrointestinal bleeding (GIB) associated with the use of direct oral anticoagulants or, as they are also called, new oral anticoagulants (NOAC) is a serious medical problem, the relevance of which will only increase taking into account the constant expansion of the use of anticoagulants. It is especially important that most of the patients receiving NOAC are elderly people with multiple concomitant pathologies, including diseases of the gastrointestinal tract (GI), which makes them classified as patients with a high risk of GIB and, therefore, in need of prescribing gastroprotectors to protect the GI mucosa and prevent GIB. Considering that one of the mechanisms of GIB development during NOAC therapy is associated with their ability to inhibit GI mucosa healing, and the NOAC themselves are factors of aggression for GI and can lead to syndrome of increased epithelial permeability, the use of gastro- and the enteroprotector of rebamipide seems appropriate and probably pathogenetically justified. The randomized REGATA trial initiated at the Russian Gerontological Research and Clinical Center will provide additional information on the use of rebamipide in patients with atrial fibrillation receiving various NOAC.
Pulmonary lesion associated with Hodgkin's lymphoma
Authors: Dvoretsky Leonid I. ,   Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University (Sechenov University), Moscow, Russia, Dubrovskaya Nelly V. ,   Medilux, MedSwiss Clinic Network, Moscow, Russia
Published: July 2024

The case of a patient with pulmonary Hodgkin's lymphoma is presented. The disease debuted with respiratory symptoms and radiological signs of the cavitating pulmonary infiltrate with no peripheral lymphadenopathy. The diagnosis was established based on morphological study of the damaged area after lung resection. Whole body PET/CT made it possible to clarify the extent of the tumor by identification of metabolically active peripheral (cervical and axillary) and intrathoracic lymph nodes. The role of morphological and radiological assessment methods in the diagnosis of Hodgkin's lymphoma is discussed.
Liver cirrhosis formation after cholecystectomy (clinical analysis)
Authors: Plotnikova Ekaterina Yu. ,   Kemerovo State Medical University, Baranova Evgenia N. , Krasnov Konstantin A. ,   Kemerovo State Medical University,   Podgorbunsky Regional Clinical Emergency Hospital,   Kemerovo State Medical University,   Podgorbunsky Regional Clinical Emergency Hospital
Published: July 2024

The term post-cholecystectomy syndrome (PCES) includes a heterogeneous group of symptoms and changes in patients who have previously undergone cholecystectomy. Patients with PCEC may have abdominal pain, jaundice, or dyspeptic symptoms. Many of these complaints can be related to complications, including bile duct damage, bile fistulas, and left stones in the bile ducts. Late complications include recurrent stones in the bile ducts and bile duct strictures. With the increasing number of cholecystectomies performed during the laparoscopy era, the number of patients with PCES is also increasing. The article details the clinical case of the formation of scar changes in choledochus, right and left hepatic ducts, which led to cholestasis and cholangitis, as well as the formation of liver cirrhosis two years after cholecystectomy.
Expert council resolution: ”Contemporary approach to management of patients with tobacco addiction”
Authors: Ezhov Marat V. ,   National Medical Research Center of Cardiology, Gushanskaya Ekaterina V. , Maximov Maxim L. , Yufereva Yulia M. , Rozanov Alexander V. ,   Psychiatric Clinical Hospital №13,   Russian Medical Academy of Continuous Professional Education,   Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University,   Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University
Published: July 2024

Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of mortality in the world. Effective treatment and prevention of cardiovascular disorders is impossible without the risk factor correction. Smoking remains the most important modifiable risk factor of cardiovascular diseases. The expert council held a meeting on November 15, 2022 aimed at discussing the modern possibilities and the importance of tobacco addiction treatment in patients with cardiovascular disorders.
Nitric oxide system in patients infected with Helicobacter pylori of different genotypes
Authors: Plotnikova Ekaterina Yu. ,   Kemerovo State Medical University, Yaroshenko Lyubov A. , Kutsaeva Alyona O. ,   Gorky Donetsk National Medical University,   Podgorbunsky Kuzbass Clinical Hospital of Emergency Medical Care
Published: July 2024

Introduction. Helicobacter pylori (Hp) is a class I biological carcinogen and the third leading cause of cancer death in the world, according to the World Health Organization. Hp infection represents a global public health problem in the 4.4 billion people living with Hp worldwide. The pathogenesis of helicobacteriosis is multifaceted: disorders in the nitric oxide (NO) system are involved in the development of the disease, along with other mechanisms. These aspects of the pathogenesis of helicobacteriosis are not well understood. In particular, such parts of the general problem as the significance of changes in the level of NO, its metabolites in the development of inflammatory and erosive-ulcer diseases of the gastroduodenal zone caused by different genotypes of Hp are not solved. After HP eradication, the content of NO synthase in the gastric mucosa decreases. However, the expression of the enzyme remains high in areas of intestinal metaplasia, which is considered the source of continued production of NO synthase even after Hp eradication. Aim. To investigate the level of nitrates/nitrites in the blood in patients infected with various genotypes of Hp. Materials and methods. 48 patients with inflammatory and erosive-ulcer diseases of the stomach and CPD infected with Hp were examined. R&D Systems kits were used to determine the level of nitrates/nitrites in the blood. For the diagnosis of helicobacteriosis, a classic respiratory test was used, as well as a polymerase chain reaction. CagA, VacA, BabA, IceA genotyping Hp was performed. Depending on gene detection, Hp strains were divided into 4 serotypes: type I (CagA+, VacA+)/Type Ia (CagA+, VacA-), type Ib (CagA-, VacA+), type II (Vac A-, CagA-). Discussion. Нр harboured the CagA gene in 34 patients (70.8% of cases), VacA gene in 40 patients (83.3%), BabA gene in 6 patients (12.5%), and IceA gene in 8 patients (16.7%). The distribution by Нр serotype showed that serotype I was found in 28 patients (58.3%), serotype Ia in 6 patients (12.5%), serotype Ib in 12 patients (25.0%), and serotype II in 2 patients (4.2%). In general, all surveyed patients had blood levels of nitrates/nitrites that were significantly increased to 54.7±2.4 μmol/L (compared to the levels of healthy individuals, p<0.05). The patients infected with the CagA-positive Нр strains had the highest blood levels of NO metabolites. Conclusions. In helicobacteriosis, the level of NO metabolites in the blood is increased, especially in patients infected with CagA+, IceA+ strains of Hp. This is the basis for the development of a differentiated treatment for inflammatory and erosive-ulcer diseases of the gastroduodenal zone associated with different strains of Hp.
The lesson of medical anti-ethics
Authors: Likhterman Leonid B. ,   Burdenko National Medical Research Centre for Neurosurgery, Okhlopkov Vladimir A. ,   Burdenko National Medical Research Centre for Neurosurgery
Published: July 2024

Monitoring the posttraumatic chronic subdural hematoma is analyzed from the viewpoint of medical ethics. The meurosurgeons' actions were contrary to the justified modern principles of surgical treatment of encapsulated intrathecal hemorrhage, generally accepted ethical principles and caused harm to the patient.
Discrete inverse problem for a hyperbolic equation, properties of the solution to a discrete direct and auxiliary discrete problems
Authors: Bakanov G.B. ,   Khoja Akhmet Yassawi International Kazakh-Turkish University, Meldebekova S.K. ,   Khoja Akhmet Yassawi International Kazakh-Turkish University
Published: July 2024

This paper considers the formulation of a discrete inverse problem for a hyperbolic equation. First, the continuous inverse problem is reduced to a convenient form for research. In the inverse problem, the required function is considered even. Since the Dirac delta function is present in the problem data, the structure of a generalized solution to the Cauchy problem for a hyperbolic equation is determined. The solution to the Cauchy problem for a hyperbolic equation is determined only for positive values in time, therefore the solution to the Cauchy problem for negative values in time is determined using odd continuation. After some transformations, the formulation of the continuous inverse problem is reduced to a form convenient for research. A grid domain is introduced, and for all functions in the problem statement the corresponding grid functions and a discrete analogue of the Dirac delta function are determined. Differential operators, initial conditions and additional data of the inverse problem are approximated by finite differences. Assuming that a solution to the discrete inverse problem exists, we prove the data lemma of the discrete inverse problem. In order to study the discrete inverse problem for a hyperbolic equation, a theorem on the existence and uniqueness of the discrete direct problem is proved, as well as on the properties of the solution to this discrete problem. In the course of proving the theorem, a discrete analogue of d'Alembert's formula for solving the Cauchy problem for a hyperbolic equation was obtained. The theorem on the existence of a unique solution to the auxiliary discrete problem and its properties is proved.
Ethical Issues in Artificial Intelligence Adoption in African Higher Education Institutions in Nigeria
Authors: Afolabi Adewale
Published: July 2024

Purpose: The aim of the study was to investigate the ethical issues in artificial intelligence adoption in African higher education institutions.
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: Ethical concerns surrounding the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in African higher education institutions reveal key findings from recent studies. These include issues of data privacy, transparency in AI algorithms, and ethical implications in decision-making processes. Universities in Africa implementing AI technologies must navigate challenges such as ensuring ethical data handling and maintaining transparency in AI systems.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Ethical frameworks in AI adoption, critical theory & ethics of care may be used to anchor future studies on the ethical issues in artificial intelligence adoption in African higher education institutions. Embed ethics education into AI courses and training programs across African universities. Equip students, educators, and AI developers with the knowledge and skills to identify, analyze, and address ethical dilemmas associated with AI technologies. Develop and enforce clear, context-specific AI ethics policies and regulatory frameworks at national and institutional levels. These policies should outline guidelines for data management, algorithmic transparency, and ethical review processes.
Phonological Awareness and Its Role in Literacy Development among Elementary School Children in Brazil
Authors: Almeida Isabela
Published: July 2024

Purpose: The aim of the study was to analyze the phonological awareness and its role in literacy development among elementary school children in Brazil.
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: Phonological awareness plays a crucial role in literacy development among elementary school children in Brazil, as evidenced by several key findings. It significantly correlates with early reading skills, including decoding and word recognition, fostering better comprehension abilities as children progress academically. Effective phonological awareness instruction enhances spelling and writing skills, contributing to overall language proficiency in Portuguese.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Cognitive-developmental theory (Piaget), connectionist theory (Rumelhart and McClelland) & socio-cultural theory (Vygotsky) may be used to anchor future studies on the phonological awareness and its role in literacy development among elementary school children in Brazil. Educators in Brazil should prioritize early and systematic phonological awareness instruction in literacy programs. Education policies in Brazil should advocate for comprehensive literacy frameworks that recognize phonological awareness as a foundational skill.
Mergers and Acquisitions: Strategic Fit and Post-Merger Performance in Vietnam
Authors: Quang Pham
Published: July 2024

Purpose: The aim of the study was to investigate the mergers and acquisitions: strategic fit and post-merger performance in Vietnam.
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: Strategic fit, encompassing alignment in organizational culture, business goals, and operational synergies, emerges as a key determinant of M&A success. However, challenges such as cultural integration issues, regulatory complexities, and managerial resistance can impede integration efforts and undermine anticipated synergies.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Resource-based view (RBV), agency theory & transaction cost economics (TCE) may be used to anchor future studies on the mergers and acquisitions: strategic fit and post-merger performance in Vietnam. Encourage organizations to enhance due diligence processes by integrating comprehensive assessments of cultural compatibility, strategic alignment, and operational capabilities. Policymakers should streamline regulatory frameworks to facilitate cross-border M&A activities while ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations
Síndrome de Ohvira, a propósito de un caso
Authors: Bravo Bazurto María Elizabeth , Díaz Garay María Yuliana , Lama Asinc Verónica Ayling , Olmedo Becerra Viviana Gissela , Terán Pazmiño Edison Esteban , Vélez Vera Andrea Jeanette
Published: July 2024

Introducción: El síndrome de OHVIRA es una malformación congénita caracterizada por útero didelfo, hemivagina ciega total o parcial y anomalía renal ipsilateral. La asociación de estos tres componentes es secundaria a una anomalía en el desarrollo embriológico causada por la proximidad de las estructuras derivadas del primordio mesonéfrico (conducto de Wolf) y el primordio paramesonéfrico (conducto de Müller). Objetivo: Describir un caso clínico de paciente que cumple con los criterios para síndrome de Ohvira. Reporte de caso Paciente de 12 años con antecedente quirúrgico de laparoscopía con hallazgos de hematocolpos, quiste hemorrágico de ovario derecho, hidrosalpinx izquierdo y tabique vaginal. Resultados: Se estima que la incidencia de este síndrome es desconocida, pero corresponde entre un 0,1- 3,5% de todas las malformaciones müllerianas. Conclusiones: Una vez diagnosticado el síndrome Ohvira con los hallazgos radiológicos de útero bicorne, anomalía renal derecha, y hallazgos quirúrgicos de atresia vaginal parcial es necesario establecer la evolución clínico quirúrgica para evitar las complicaciones ginecoobstétricas y quirúrgicas, como infertilidad, abortos, disfunción de la plastia, entre otras.
Inclusión de antirretrovirales de manera preventiva en protocolo quirúrgico para pacientes VIH/SIDA
Authors: Márquez Bogarin Carlos Alberto , Palima González Zulay
Published: July 2024

Introducción: La salud bucal es, en esencia, labor del odontólogo general y éste no puede pasar por alto la responsabilidad de proveer atención a todo paciente. La incidencia excesivamente elevada de  pacientes VIH positivos entre la población dificulta que un número reducido de odontólogos pueda enfrentarlos. Éste debe poseer conocimientos de manejo médico y farmacológico de pacientes con esta patología, y ser capaz de implementar en estos un esquema terapéutico adecuado. Materiales y Métodos: el presente estudio se ubicó como una investigación de campo.  Puesto que la problemática anteriormente descrita y los objetivos que de allí derivaron, nos condujeron a basarnos en hechos reales directamente en el lugar donde acontecen, es decir, en la Fundación EUDES, Bogotá – D.C., permitió realizar como métodos de recolección para nuestra investigación de campo que consistió en, determinar la necesidad de información odontológica/quirúrgica a los residentes de fundación EUDES a través de una encuesta no estructurada, y practicar en un caso quirúrgico, para  los cambios que se proponen variar del protocolo quirúrgico. Resultados: Dicho caso clínico puede establecer la conveniencia y adaptación del uso de antirretrovirales en dicho protocolo quirúrgico para pacientes con VIH/SIDA.La técnica de la encuesta fue registrada con un instrumento de cuestionario que se caracterizó por preguntas mixtas a los internos de la casa Hogar de adultos de Fundación EUDES; siendo seleccionados los pacientes de manera voluntaria. Conclusiones: se logró demostrar que el uso de antirretrovirales para pacientes con VIH/SIDA es muy beneficioso ya que el cumplimiento del TAR contra el VIH evita que el virus se multiplique y destruya el sistema inmunitario. El hecho de tomar medicamentos contra el VIH todos los días reduce el riesgo de transmisión del virus.
Patrones alimentarios en estudiantes de educación básica después del período de confinamiento por covid-19
Authors: Rodríguez-Cervantes Geovanny , Echeverría-Proaño Alejandra , Velásquez-Calderón Claudia , Perugachi-Benalcázar Ivonne , Salazar-Arias Jaqueline
Published: July 2024

Introducción: Los patrones alimenticios influyen de manera significativa en la calidad de vida de los niños, estos patrones muestran la manera de alimentarse y son heredados hasta la adultez; los patrones alimenticios desempeñan un papel crucial en su crecimiento y desarrollo físico, social y psicológico, influyendo de manera significativa en su vida. Comprender los patrones de alimentación en el entorno escolar es fundamental para promover el bienestar de los niños. Objetivo: La presente investigación tuvo como objetivo analizar la relación de los patrones alimentarios antes y después de la pandemia de COVID-19 y determinar el estado nutricional de estudiantes de educación media en Imbabura, Ecuador. Materiales y métodos: Se llevó a cabo una investigación de campo de naturaleza descriptiva con un enfoque cuantitativo con una población de 100 estudiantes de educación media básica con edades entre 8 a 10 años de edad, Las técnicas utilizadas fue el cuestionario Krecer Plus, toma de medidas antropométricas como peso, talla, IMC, y análisis de datos en el software WHO Anthro Plus Resultados: Los principales resultados encontrados fueron niños en estado nutricional normal, un porcentaje de la población se encuentra en riesgo de obesidad y en obesidad. Conclusión: Los niños mantienen patrones alimenticios considerados como regulares según la evaluación Krece Plus, y no se muestran cambios significativos tras el período de confinamiento.
Pengembangan LKPD Representasi Matematis Berbasis Project Based Learning untuk Kelas IV Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Nisa Hani Zakiyatun , Alamsyah Trian Pamungkas , Firdaus Firdaus
Published: July 2024

This study aims to determine the development process, product validity, and student response to the development of LKPD Mathematical Representation Based On Project Based Learning For Class IV Elementary Schools. This research uses research and development (R&D) methods using a 4D model consisting of, Define, Design, Development, and Disseminate. Data analysis on is carried out based on expert assessment and learner responses. Data assessment Using Likert scale and Guttman scale. The subject of this study was class IV/B SDN Benda 2 with a total of 20 students for the 2023/2024 school year. The results of this study are in the form of LKPD products PjBL-Based Mathematical Representations for Grade IV Elementary Schools. Validation in product development is seen in terms of material, language, and design with an average score of 88% with the criteria of "very feasible" and can be tested to students. The results of students' responses to LKPD product development obtained a score of 91% with the criterion "very good”. From the results of validation and student response, the PjBL-Based Mathematical Representation LKPD product for Grade IV Elementary School can be said to be very feasible and good for use in learning activities.
Analisis Kemampuan Pemecahan Masalah Matematis Siswa SMA Kelas XI Pada Materi Lingkaran
Authors: Sholihah Elly Putri , Sugiyanti Sugiyanti , Rasiman3 Rasiman , Astuti Dwi
Published: July 2024

This research aims to describe the stages of student problem solving based on the Polya stages in circle material. Based on these objectives, this research is included in descriptive qualitative research. Data collection was carried out on class XI students at SMA Negeri 2 Semarang selected using purposive sampling. The subjects chosen in this research were 6 students, consisting of two students with low initial abilities, two students with medium initial abilities, and two students with high initial abilities. The data used was verified using source triangulation. The results of this research show: 1) S-5 and S-6 subjects with low initial abilities were able to understand the problem, were less able to prepare a resolution plan, were less able to carry out the resolution plan, and were less able to re-examine. 2) S3 and S-4 subjects with moderate initial abilities were able to understand the problem even though S-3 subjects had not written down what was asked in the problem, were able to prepare a solution plan, were less able to carry out the solution plan, and were less able to recheck. 3) S-1 and S-2 subjects with high initial abilities are able to understand the problem, less able to prepare a resolution plan, less able to carry out the resolution plan, and less able to re-examine.
TRANSFORMASI PENDIDIKAN DI TANAH PAPUA: ANALISIS KEBIJAKAN YAYASAN PEMBERDAYAAN MASYARAKAT AMUNGME DAN KAMORO
Authors: G Atek Liboria , Belolon Handrianus Koli
Published: July 2024

Artikel ini menggali transformasi signifikan dalam sektor pendidikan Tanah Papua melalui analisis kebijakan yang diterapkan oleh Yayasan Pemberdayaan Amungme dan Kamoro. Fokus utama yayasan ini adalah meningkatkan kualitas pendidikan di wilayah tersebut, dan artikel ini secara rinci mengeksplorasi dampak positif yang dihasilkan dari kebijakan-kebijakan tersebut. Yayasan ini telah mengambil langkah-langkah inovatif, termasuk penerapan teknologi untuk mendukung pembelajaran jarak jauh, pelatihan guru, dan pemberdayaan komunitas lokal dalam proses pengambilan keputusan pendidikan. Analisis mendalam juga mencakup tantangan yang dihadapi, seperti keterbatasan sumber daya dan kompleksitas dinamika wilayah Papua. Melalui kolaborasi yang diperkuat dengan pemerintah, lembaga pendidikan, dan pemangku kepentingan lainnya, Yayasan Pemberdayaan Amungme dan Kamoro berperan penting dalam memacu perubahan positif di sektor pendidikan. Artikel ini bukan hanya mencerminkan peran strategis yayasan dalam meningkatkan akses dan kualitas pendidikan di Tanah Papua, tetapi juga memberikan wawasan yang bernilai bagi para pembuat kebijakan, praktisi pendidikan, dan masyarakat yang tertarik pada transformasi pendidikan di daerah ini. Dengan demikian, artikel ini menjadi sumbangan berarti untuk pemahaman dan perencanaan kebijakan yang berkelanjutan di Tanah Papua.
Enhance Teaching using Google Classroom as a Digital Tool
Authors: Dahal Prasanna , Zaghlool Lubna
Published: July 2024

Google Classroom is gaining popularity as an online Learning Management System (LMS) and with the suite of free tools that comes with Google for Education, it is worthwhile knowing about.[1] Google Classroom is a fantastic platform to use because it works really well alongside the other apps in Google Suite for Education such as Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Docs, Google Slides, and Google Meet. The ease of having all these handy tools in one place helps to keep things as simple as possible when teaching online.  Google Classroom can be used for most parts of delivering a lesson, from setting tasks, adding files, and marking student assignments [2] In this work we explain how to Create Google classroom, invite students to the class, add assignments and materials, Grade the assignments and leave feedback. The aim of the work is to enable teachers to create an online classroom area in which they can manage all the documents that their students need. Teachers can make assignments from within the class, which their students complete and turn in to be graded
Human Rights in Africa and Challenges of the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR)
Authors: Kah Henry Kam , Mbom Jude Ngwefang
Published: July 2024

In this paper we surmise that the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR) has since creation done a lot to promote human rights in Africa but has faced challenges which have impeded its success. Several human rights have been violated in African countries but efforts have also been made to improve on the situation. The persistence of human rights violations and non-implementation calls for an improvement in the future so that the African Union and national governments would gain the approval and support of Africans from all works of life. We have relied on a content analysis of available literature to be able to appreciate first, the state of human and peoples’ rights in Africa, role of the ACHPR, challenges and reform to better the situation in the future.
Towards a Healthy Urban Lifestyle: Examining Residents’ Motivators to Outdoor Recreation in Nassarawa-Kano
Authors: Adamu Shafiu , Bello Ashiru , Habila Sunday K. , Abdu Yusuf Danjuma , Abdulquadri Khadijat
Published: July 2024

Outdoor recreation is currently one of the most influential domains where participation directly affects individual health, families, and communities. This expectation can motivate individuals in many ways to engage in outdoor recreation activities. This paper investigates residents’ motivators for outdoor recreation in Nassarawa, Kano, as stimuli for promoting a healthy urban life. The study employed a descriptive survey design to collect information from residents using a structured questionnaire (n=400). Cluster and systematic random sampling techniques were utilized to administer the questionnaires to target respondents. A total of 386 completed questionnaires were retrieved and used for the analysis, resulting in a response rate of 96.5%. Data collected were analyzed using frequencies, mean scores, ranking, and cross-tabulation. The findings revealed that maintaining good health condition (M=4.15), keeping physically fit (M=4.09), and having fun (M=3.92) were the most agreed-upon motivators for participation in outdoor recreation in the study area, ranked 1st, 2nd, and 3rd, respectively. The study asserts that these motivators influence residents’ participation in outdoor recreation in Nassarawa, Kano metropolis across different age groups and have significantly impacted the physical, mental, and social health of the residents. The study concludes by recommending that greater participation would contribute to more vibrant and healthy communities. Therefore, efforts should be made to enlighten people further about the importance of outdoor recreation participation as a promoter of social cohesion.
Pre-Service Teacher Training Quality: Influence of Quality Assurance Practices and Interrelationships with Leadership Role
Authors: Nukpetsi Alfred Doh , Fletcher Jonathan , Ahwireng Doreen
Published: July 2024

This study examined quality assurance practices and their influence on quality training of pre-service teachers, as well as the relationships between leadership roles, quality assurance, and teacher training quality in Colleges of Education (CoEs) in Ghana. A descriptive cross-sectional design was adopted, and stratified random sampling was used to sample 132 teaching staff and 357 students from five CoEs in the Eastern and Greater Accra Zone. A questionnaire was employed for data collection. Data were analysed using regression and mediation analysis. The key findings were that: quality assurance was identified to have a positive but statistically insignificant effect on students’ training in Colleges of Education in Ghana with an overall mean score of quality training of students’ measures was 4.75 (SD± 1.52). The overall mean score of leadership role measures from the tutor’s perspective was 4.65 (SD± 0.94). ii) leadership role positively and significantly mediates the relationship between quality assurance and quality training of students in Colleges of Education in Ghana with the overall mean score of leadership role measures from a student perspective being 4.71 (SD± 1.38). The study concludes that leadership strengthens the impact of quality assurance on student teachers’ training. The study recommends that quality assurance units in Colleges of Education in Ghana should be strengthened with the necessary resources to positively influence students’ training.
Particularidades del uso de nombres bíblicos en el repertorio cubano del siglo XIX
Authors: Zaldivar Aguilera Betsabeth Mariam
Published: July 2024

La presencia de nombres bíblicos en el sistema denominativo cubano del siglo XIX está relacionada a condiciones históricas, políticas y sociales propias de la época, como la oficialización del acto de nombrar por parte de la Iglesia Católica mediante las partidas de bautismo y la ausencia de un órgano estatal que supliera este rol durante la mayor parte del siglo. Debido a estas particularidades fue necesario construir el concepto de nombre de pila al uso, para facilitar el trabajo con documentos de origen no religioso. Para identificar algunas peculiaridades sobre este tipo de nombres se estudiaron los datos de 5287 personas recogidos en un documento militar oficial de la época. El trabajo con este corpus evidenció la necesidad de realizar un proceso de normalización mediante el cual se utilizó la variante con más frecuencia de aparición para representar el nombre y en casos especiales la que mejor se ajustara a las normas ortográficas vigentes en la actualidad. Luego del análisis de este corpus se identificó un total de 57 nombres simples de origen bíblico. Se evidenció una alta concentración de uso sobre algunos nombres, de los cuales José, Juan, Pedro y Rafael superan el 2% de frecuencia. La mayoría de estos nombres coinciden con los integrantes de la Sagrada Familia difundida por el catolicismo, los discípulos de Jesús y otros apóstoles del Nuevo Testamento. En cuanto a los nombres compuestos, se identificó la preferencia por los nombres Juan y José, en la mayoría de los casos como primer elemento compositivo del nombre de pila. Como resultado de la investigación se advirtieron un grupo de variaciones ortográficas entre los que destaca la vacilación a nivel acentual y en una menor medida por cambios consonánticos. Este estudio en general, se propone brindar nuevas herramientas para la caracterización del sistema antroponímico cubano.
NATIONAL COLOURING IN ROMANTICISM ON THE EXAMPLE OF LITERARY-CRITICAL STUDIES BY K. ZHUSSIP
Authors: А. O. Abdyrova
Published: July 2024

Nowadays, the study of Romanticism as a significant phenomenon in literary studies is mainly focused on the investigation of its development under the influence of national characteristics. This research aims to identify the distinctive interpretations of romantic motifs in the works of Kazakh Romanticism poets. Specifically, the article provides an analysis of the development of romantic ideas using Kazakh romantic poetry of the 19th and 20th centuries as a case study, addressing the manifestation of Kazakh national characteristics rooted in Kazakh culture. By analysing the romantic works of Kazakh poets, the conceptual imagery of Romanticism is elucidated. Various research methods, including content analysis and semantic analysis of poetic texts, were used to demonstrate that Romanticism, as an emotional perception of the world and reality, transcends national boundaries. The study concludes that literary creativity is multifaceted, and linguistic analysis helps authors to effectively advocate Romanticism as a means of expressing national characteristics in literature, thereby contributing to the globalisation of cultural understanding. In addition, the study of the emergence of a new hero in romantic works, particularly in religious discourse, as exemplified by the literary-critical contributions of K. Zhussip, is identified as a promising avenue for future research. Keywords: Romanticism, national colouring, romantic hero, literary critical studies, images.