bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Interpretation of biosafety in endodontics by means of a literature review using PRISMA 2020 methodology
Authors: Muñoz Padilla María Belén , Vega Martínez Verónica Alicia , Villafuerte Moya Camila Alejandra
Published: April 2024

Biosafety is of great importance in all areas of health care, including endodontic procedures, since they represent a high risk of biological transmission of diseases such as AIDS and hepatitis, among others. The aim of the study was to interpret biosafety in endodontics by means of a literature review using PRISMA 2020 methodology. It was an observational, retrospective and descriptive study corresponding to the exploratory level, following the guidelines of the PRISMA 2020 methodology, combining the terms 'biosafety' and 'endodontics' in the PubMed and Google Scholar databases. The results highlighted the importance of biosafety in endodontic procedures and it was found that endodontics is used to treat different types of endodontic infections with high bacterial loads, so the correct use of biosafety barriers and protocols is necessary, since the area of dentistry has a high risk of biological contagion. It was also shown that biosafety comprises a set of rules, precautions and guidelines used in various scientific research and teaching activities to prevent risks or infections associated with exposure to agents that may be infectious or present significant biological, chemical or physical risks. It was concluded that endodontics and its procedures require strict compliance with biosafety protocols to ensure a high success rate and safeguard the health of the professional, the patient and the work team
Ergonomic risks and musculoskeletal disorders in surgeons
Authors: Yopla-Sevilla Anaísa Maricruz , Bazualdo-Fiorini Enzo Renatto , Pajares-Huaripata Edwin , Urquiaga-Melquiades Tito
Published: April 2024

Ergonomic risks in surgery can have a significant impact on the musculoskeletal health of surgeons, increasing the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and affecting their ability to work effectively and safely. This is compounded by the introduction of technologies such as video-assisted surgery and robotics, which although offer advantages in precision, can increase fatigue and muscle stress. Additionally, different surgical specialties face unique challenges, such as prolonged postures and delicate movements in neurosurgery, and manipulation of heavy instruments in orthopedic surgery. It is essential to increase ergonomic awareness among surgeons and provide specific training during their training, as well as improve the ergonomic design of operating rooms and select ergonomic surgical equipment. Continued research and intervention evaluation are critical to developing effective TME prevention strategies in surgeons
Sentence level Classification through machine learning with effective feature extraction using deep learning
Authors: Savitha D , Sudha L
Published: April 2024

Social networking website usage has increased dramatically during the past few years. Users can read other users' views, which are categorized into several sentiment classes on this medium with an array of data. These opinions are becoming more and more important while making decisions. To address the above-mentioned issues and improve the sentence-level classification's classification rate, this work introduces a new extensive pinball loss function based twin support vector machine with Deep Learning the (EPLF-TSVM-DL) to identify the polarity (negative and positive) of sentiment sentences. There are four primary components of this technique: The first portion consists of pre-processing the data to minimize noise and improve quality; the second part utilizes word embedding techniques to transform textual data into numerical data. The third part is the CNN for an efficient automatic method of extracting the features-based feature extraction and final is EPLF-TSVM-DL is used for sentence level classification that forms two classes such as Negative and Positive. The findings demonstrated that the EPLF-TSVM-DL outperforms the other classifiers with respect to of time consumption, convergence, complexity, and stability as well as true negative, true positive, error rate, false positive, precision, false negative, and classification rate
Progress with Non-shedding Oil Palms
Authors: Corley R H V , C R Donough , Teo K W , V Rao
Published: April 2024

The time of harvesting of oil palm bunches is a compromise between oil content, oil quality and costs. Some data from crosses with non-shedding palms, in which the ripe fruits remain attached to the bunch, are presented in this paper. Timing of harvesting might be less critical in such palms. It appears that the non-shedding characteristic is inherited, at least in selfings and crosses between non-shedding palms. Results with non-shedding x normal crosses are less clear, and further research is needed to determine the exact mode of inheritance, and to combine the character with high yielding material. Keywords: Oil palm, breeding, fruit abscission, ripening, harvesting.
Tanddannelses-forstyrrelser – fokus på årsager og behandlings-muligheder
Authors: Kjær Inger
Published: April 2024

English summary

Nor Tannlegeforen Tid. 2024; 134: 294-305.

This is an overview article on tooth disturbances starting with an introduction on tissue types important for normal tooth development and eruption. The tooth disturbances are then categorized in four groups based on aetiology according to an international classification.

The groups are:

Malformation – Inborn disturbance in the developmental process (syndromes diagnosed at birth are not included).

Disruption – External disturbance of a normal tooth (trauma not included).

Deformation – Change in form and shape caused by pressure during development.

Dysplasia – Inborn disturbance where cell metabolism is disturbed (amelogenesis and dentinogenesis in the whole dentition are not included).

For each group clinical examples and, if possible, treatment methods, are demonstrated. Distinction is made between disturbance in one tooth, in groups of teeth (fields) and in the entire dentition. It is emphasized, that resorption during orthodontic treatment occurs in dentition with characteristic morphological disturbances. These disturbances are demonstrated.
Accuracyof Ultrasound and CT scans in the Diagnosis of Acute Appendicitis in Children: A Systematic Review
Authors: Chnoor Shirwan Hawrami  , Erica Ricci  , Kirubel Tesfaye Hailu  , Korlos Salib  , Sanath Savithri Nandeesha  , Alousious Kasagga  , Pousette Hamid
Published: April 2024

Acute appendicitis (AA) is the most common surgicalemergency in childhood. Accurate and early diagnosis isimportant because any delay in diagnosis may lead toperforation or abscess formation. Today, abdominalultrasonography (US) and computed tomography (CT)scans are the most common imaging methods used fordiagnosis. The aim of this study was to evaluate theaccuracy of US and CT scans in the diagnosis of AA inchildren. We started our research by using onlinelibraries as our database. We searched PubMed, GoogleScholar, the Cochrane Library, and the Web of Sciencefor our data collection. We used both the medicalsubject headings (MESH) and regular keywords. Ourreview investigated English-language articles regardingthe accuracy of US and CT scans in the diagnosis of AAin children (2013-2023) according to the PreferredReporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta Analyses (PRISMA) 2020 guidelines. Articles werescreened by title, abstract, inclusion and exclusioncriteria, and quality assessment tools. The searchidentified 513 studies; eight were eligible for inclusionin the analysis. A total of 3341 pediatric patients wereincluded across the eight observational studies in oursystematic reviews. The included articles revealed thatlow-dose CT showed the highest accuracy in thediagnosis of AA. Whereas the US showed the lowest.However, the combination of US as the primaryexamination followed by CT in a non-diagnostic USyielded the highest sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy.Also, some studies revealed that several factorsdecreased the sensitivity of CT and US in diagnosing AAin children, like different hospital settings, theradiologist's experience, age, sex, body mass index,and disease severity. According to the review articles, aCT scan is the most accurate test and has highsensitivity and specificity; however, the radiationhazards are minimized using a CT scan as a primary toolfor diagnosis. US is easily accessible, cost-effective, andhas high sensitivity. However, it is operator-dependent,has low specificity, and is incompatible with some youngchildren, so it can be used as a first-choice and low-doseCT scan in complicated cases and non-diagnostic US.Ideally, more
Számítógépek a politika fókuszában: a Számítástechnikai Központi Fejlesztési Program megindulása a hetvenes évek Magyarországán
Authors: Somogyvári Lajos
Published: April 2024

A hazai oktatástörténet kevéssé vizsgált területe, hogyan jelentek meg a számítógépek a közoktatásban. A gazdasági és politikai igények, valamint a pedagógiai elvárások és a nemzetközi környezet által befolyásolt folyamatot a hetvenes évekre koncentrálva mutatom be, egy speciális forráscsoportra, a minisztertanácsi jegyzőkönyvekre alapozva. A tanulmány egy nagyobb kutatás kezdő lépése, amely a problémakör levéltári forrásainak feltárására irányul: mostanáig főként az informatika-, számítástechnikatörténet vizsgálta a számítógépek oktatásban történő felhasználását, hardver- és szoftver oldalról egyaránt. A műszaki feltételek és fejlődés ismertetése mellett a megfelelő társadalom- és politikatörténeti háttér felvázolása is szükséges, hogy a tágabb kontextust megismerhessük. Jelen esetben a hetvenes évek a tudományos-technikai forradalom narratívájában, a kibernetikai klubok elterjedését követően az Új Gazdasági Mechanizmus reformfolyamatában, majd a visszarendeződésben értelmezhető témám. Ebben az évtizedben a technológiai transzfer igénye egyre sürgetőbben jelentkezett Magyarországon, hiszen minden európai állam, valamint a két szuperhatalom is félt attól, hogy lemarad a hidegháborús „tudásversenyben”. A Számítástechnikai Központi Fejlesztési Program a szocialista országok egységes számítógépes rendszerének kialakítása során a magyar kormány kezdeményezése volt az itthoni infrastruktúra, gyártási és adaptációs folyamat megteremtésére – nem vizsgálom ennek sikerességét, csak a folyamat elejét, az államszocializmusban szokatlan kutatás-fejlesztés, szakértői tevékenység dokumentumokból megismerhető kormányzati és pártellenőrzését. Mindezt kiegészítem a nyilvános diskurzusokból megismerhető, a számítógépek iskolai felhasználására vonatkozó újságcikkekkel, gyakran öntevékeny, lelkes pedagógusoknak köszönhető innovációk ismertetésével. Az iskolaszámítógép-program ennek egyfajta betetőzése volt a nyolcvanas évek elején, de az már kívül esik írásom időhatárán.
La pena y su aumento frente a las debilidades estatales. El deseo del pueblo, pero ¿son medidas eficaces y eficientes?
Authors: Acosta Villarraga Jorge Armando
Published: April 2024

El principal elemento que pide la sociedad frente a la violación de los delitos es una pena justa y ejemplarizante, en la actualidad el estado social de derecho presenta unas debilidades frente a la prevención y resocialización lo cual no puede ser únicamente el fin único del derecho penal, pero tampoco puede ser la pérdida de la Libertad en institución intramural " la cárcel" entonces ¿Qué queda al final del proceso penal? Esta es una gran pregunta frente a la estrategia del presidente de El Salvador Nayibe Bukele quién pretende hacer una inversión en recursos públicos para mejorar la calidad de vida de los niños niñas y adolescentes frente a los medios alternativos para resolver los conflictos sociales especialmente los jóvenes y evitar así la criminalización como también mostrarle los dos caminos que pueden obtener, por un lado, vivir en paz y por el otro terminar pagando una pena por cientos de años. Este trabajo pretende abordar las debilidades frente a la prevención del delito y la resocialización la manera de analizar las penas verso a las víctimas y la estrategia que presenta el presidente Nayibi frente al aumento de esta como medios para resolver los conflictos sociales especialmente en los jóvenes. Toda esta investigación pretende desbocar una transformación de la sociedad a través del derecho penal y al mismo tiempo generar acciones que propendan por el progreso de la sociedad justa y en paz.
Miel de abeja, estudio para determinar la presencia de polietileno en muestras artesanales e industrializadas
Authors: Valarezo Carlos , Cárdenas Zulay , Vásquez Ponce Verónica , González Puetate Iván , Calle Atariguana Davis
Published: April 2024

La producción mundial de plástico está experimentando un aumento excesivo, se estima que para 2050 la cantidad de desechos plásticos en vertederos o dispersos en la naturaleza ascenderá a 12 mil millones de toneladas métricas, que representa un aumento significativo desde 2015 y tiene consecuencia negativa para los seres vivos. Las abejas melíferas se han convertido en marcadores biológicos de la contaminación por microplásticos debido a su interacción cercana con plantas, aire, suelo y agua. El objetivo de esta investigación fue determinar la presencia de microplásticos en la miel de abeja artesanal y miel de abeja industrializada. Se empleó la técnica de flotación utilizando una solución de etanol y agua destilada en proporción 3:2 junto con dos partes de la muestra de miel. Este método permitió obtener una lectura del sobrenadante bajo el microscopio óptico. Los resultados revelaron una presencia del 92,9% de microplásticos en muestras de miel de abeja natural, mientras que las muestras comerciales registraron un 77,8%. En las muestras se identificó la presencia de fibras de color blanco o transparente, azul, rojo, amarillo y negro con un 80,9% y 75% en muestras artesanales e industrializadas respectivamente.
El malestar subjetivo en los profesionales de los departamentos de consejería estudiantil producto del cumplimiento de sus funciones
Authors: Cueva Abad Katherine Jamaly , Fajardo Fajardo Jonathan Patricio , Herrera Vega María del Pilar , Herrera Vega Eloiza del Carmen , Ortiz Guevara María Fernanda
Published: April 2024

La función del Departamento de Consejería Estudiantil es brindar apoyo y acompañamiento al proceso de formación integral para el abordaje efectivo de problemáticas psicosociales que afecten al desarrollo de todos los miembros de la comunidad educativa. El presente Proyecto de investigación tuvo como objetivo analizar el malestar subjetivo presente en los profesionales de los Departamentos de Consejería Estudiantil producto del desarrollo profesional de sus funciones. El enfoque metodológico que se usó fue el cualitativo con un alcance de estudio exploratorio. La técnica que se usó fue entrevistas semiestructuradas, las cuales fueron administradas a diez profesionales del DECE de Instituciones educativas del Distrito 11D01 de Loja. Como resultados de la investigación se pudo extraer que los profesionales del DECE manifiestan malestar subjetivo frente a su labor profesional debido a que sus funciones no han sido delimitadas según su especialidad, existe recargo de funciones correspondientes a otras instancias, el número de profesionales es insuficiente para el número de estudiantes que requieren atención, existe exigencia en cuanto a los resultados de forma inmediatamente, realizando un trabajo bajo presión, sin contar con un programa que permita abordar su malestar subjetivo.
Interactive platforms for the teaching-learning of english as a foreign language for a student with autism spectrum disorder in high school
Authors: Doménica Robles Lucio , Cervantes Maridueña Karen Andrea , Brocell Villao Luis Enrique , José Véliz Gilberto Antonio
Published: April 2024

This study investigates the effectiveness of interactive platforms to facilitate the teaching and learning process focused on a high school student with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The research process involved a qualitative methodology. Before starting, detailed assessments were conducted to understand the student's prior knowledge of language skills, cognitive skills, and areas for improvement. During implementation, several interactive platforms were used to address challenges associated with ASD, such as sensitivities and difficulties in social communication. These platforms include visual aids, interactive activities, and personalized learning programs to drive engagement and understanding. Data collection methods include observation, teacher interviews, and assessments of language recognition using qualitative measures. After implementation, the student showed progress in EFL skills, developed grammatical accuracy and speaking skills thus creating a learning environment that encouraged peer interaction and socialization. It is suggested that future research can focus on evaluating the lasting impact of these technological tools and improving the design of platforms for a better teaching-learning process for students with ASD.
Aprendizagem baseada em projeto e a formação médica
Authors: Santos Thais Morgana Mendes , Costa Clarisse Melo Franco Neves , Costa Lauriany Livia , Silva Darlene da , Santos Delba Fonseca
Published: April 2024

A aprendizagem baseada em projeto orientada pelos fundamentos da educação interprofissional é um modelo que pode contribuir para a formação de relacionamentos interpessoais, criatividade, empatia e colaboração na educação médica, por meio de uma colaboração mútua com profissionais de saúde da rede. Muito se fala da efetividade desse método no campo do ensino e aprendizagem médica, mas há a necessidade de incluir a importância do desenvolvimento de habilidades interprofissionais, com equipes colaborativas, em ações extensionistas, diante das necessidades locais no contexto da atenção primária, pensando na melhoria dos resultados de saúde. O objetivo deste trabalho é apresentar um relato de experiência de aprendizagem baseada em projeto de estudantes de Medicina no contexto da Estratégia Saúde da Família. Participaram deste trabalho estudantes do Módulo Integração Ensino, Serviço e Comunidade da Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade Federal dos Vales do Jequitinhonha e Mucuri que executaram, em colaboração com uma equipe interprofissional o projeto sobre a saúde do homem. Como resultado da análise qualitativa do feedback entre os integrantes, observaram-se mudanças no comportamento dos estudantes, com melhorias na comunicação, empatia e nas relações interpessoais, por meio do trabalho colaborativo com a equipe interprofissional. Esta experiência poderá ser adaptada para implementar o ensino e aprendizagem no projeto pedagógico orientado pela educação interprofissional na atenção primária.
Hardware-Independent Embedded Firmware Architecture Framework
Authors: Farina Mauricio  D. O. , Pohren Daniel H. , Roque Alexandre dos S. , Silva Antonio , Da Costa Joao Paulo J. , Fontoura Lisandra Manzoni , Anjos Julio C. S. dos , Freitas Edison Pignaton de
Published: April 2024

Unlike other forms of development, the way firmware development is designed is somewhat outdated. It is not unusual to come across whole systems implemented in a cross-dependent monolithic way. In addition, the software of many implementations is hardware-dependent. Hence, significant hardware changes may result in extensive firmware implementation reviews that can be time-consuming and lead to low-quality ports, which may represent an important problem for Internet of Things (IoT) applications that evolve very frequently. To address this problem, this study proposes an embedded firmware development framework that allows reuse and portability while improving the firmware development life cycle. In addition, the typical mistakes of a novice software developer can be reduced by employing this methodology. An embedded IoT system project was refactored for this framework model to validate this proposal. Finally, a comparison was made between a legacy and framework project to demonstrate that the proposed framework can make a substantial improvement in portability, reuse, modularity, and other firmware factors.
Bacterial Assisted Phytoremediation
Authors: Emmanuel Sunday Igbonomi , Ochechevesho Joan Ajayi
Published: April 2024

Bacterial assisted phytoremediation describes how bacteria, particularly those found in the rhizosphere, can assist plants known as hyperaccumulators in removing heavy metal contamination from the environment. The function of hyperaccumulation is dependent not only on the plant, but also on the interaction of plant roots with rhizosphere microbes and soil bioavailable metal concentrations. Bioremediation is the process of utilizing microorganisms, fungi, green plants, or their enzymes to repair the natural environment that has been harmed by contaminants to its original state. The best plant species for phytoremediation should be hardy, produce a lot of biomass, be resistant to the toxic effects of metals and contaminants, be unappealing to herbivores. Plant growth-promoting bacteria can encourage soil fertility and health, improve plant diseases. They promote the phytoremediation process either by reducing the toxicity of pollutants or increasing the availability of pollutants or promoting the growth of plants. Metal ions bind to the cell wall’s functional groups (amine, carboxyl, hydroxyl, phosphate, sulfate, amine). The effects of stresses, which are brought on whenever changes in metabolism occur, are avoided by plants using a variety of tolerance mechanims and pathways called phytohormone. Heavy metal phytoextraction involves the following steps: Intake of heavy metals by plant roots, translocation of heavy metal ions from roots to aerial parts of plants, and sequestration and compartmentation of heavy metal ions in plant tissue. As bacterial siderophores aid in reducing the stress caused by metal contaminants. Rhizosphere acidification is a common mechanism used by plant with rhizosphere’s bacteria in dealing with low Phosphorus stress, to activate and increase the efficiency of soil Phosphorus utilization. The interaction between bacteria and plants has been found to be helpful in handling various pollutants in various exosystems.
Useful Molecular and Cytogenetic Approaches in Population Genetics Studies of Pine Species
Authors: Carvalho Ana , João Gaspar Maria , Dias Alexandra , Luís Lousada José , Emília Silva Maria , Lima-Brito José
Published: April 2024

In the last decade, we characterised Portuguese populations of Pinus sylvestris L., Pinus nigra Arnold and Pinus pinaster Aiton by using different molecular and cytogenetic approaches. DNA markers helped assess intra- and inter-population genetic variability, extrapolation of phylogenies, provenances and/or infraspecific taxonomy. Quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction (qRT-PCR), Classical Cytogenetics techniques and/or Comet assay were valuable to assign origins, infraspecific taxa or populations more tolerant to water stress. Seed germination tests coupled with the cytogenetic analysis of root cell division provided clues about the impact of fire recurrence on the natural regeneration ability and root growth, respectively. Molecular Cytogenetics contributed to detecting chromosomal anomalies commonly detected in individuals from peripheral populations relative to the species’ natural distribution area. The studies briefly described in this chapter integrated multidisciplinary R&D projects whose assembled results allowed inferences about the adaptive potential of the analysed Pinus spp. and relevant information for the definition of strategies concerning germplasm conservation, management, use, and, ultimately, genetic improvement.
Inclusión educativa desde el enfoque de derechos humanos: propuesta pedagógica controversial
Authors: Gallardo Romagnoliy Frankcis Maryna , Grappin Navarro Silvia Ivette
Published: April 2024

The purpose of this article is to reflect on educational inclusion from a critical and purposeful perspective, taking human rights education as a baseline for the training of citizens who contribute to the achievement of an inclusive society. Some theoretical considerations are presented from which it is convenient to base the study of inclusive education as a second-generation fundamental human right in Mexico. Next, the developments and obstacles that the fulfillment of human rights in Mexico has faced are explained. It is integrated into controversial pedagogy as a facilitator of induction and dialogue, problematizing components that must be considered when educating on human rights issues. Based on the above, it is proposed to incorporate the understanding of the term inclusive education in the curriculum, from the historical-conceptual analysis of human rights in conjunction with the implementation of pedagogy, didactics and evaluation from a critical-controversial approach. Innovating in the field of human rights education must be analyzed as a transversal competence, based on a controversial pedagogy that allows establishing the foundations of the school of the future, which must seek to train critical and transformative people in society.
Inteligencia artificial: pensamiento crítico, ética e impacto en educación
Authors: Alonso Herrera Ana Teresa , Landín Miranda María del Rosario
Published: April 2024

In this article we discuss the topic of Artificial Intelligence (AI), its concept and some descriptions made of it, including the most recent one called “generative” (GAI). We have related both concepts IA and GAI with what was discussed in a recent Seminar, to make it more complex in three nodes: 1) critical thinking and its relationship with computational thinking, 2) ethics as a philosophical area that allows approaches around deontic implications that are emerging in the generation and use of AI and GAI; finally, 3) the impact on education, given that their use generates challenges for their teaching, their learning, their applications and, in particular, their relevance in vocational training. The 3rd Seminar held last September showed the need to clarify the relationship and importance of relating these concepts to specify lines of generation and application of knowledge. Lines that allow these 4 concepts to be articulated, examine problems, theses, arguments, and challenges that the CA-350 can, in connection with other CAs, pose for possible university research projects.
Capital Structure Determinants in Pakistan's Textile Industry Unravelling the Pecking Order vs. Trade-Off Debate
Authors: Saeed Yasir , Khan Alam , haq Ihtisham ul
Published: April 2024

This study investigates the determinants of capital structure in textile sector of Pakistan in context of trade-off theory and Pecking order theory debate. The research utilizes data from 114 textile firms with 22 years of data from 1998 up to 2020. an adjusted measure of leverage is also introduced to refine the debt-to-equity ratio as conventional measure of leverage suffer from issues. Fixed effect model is used to analyse the relationship between leverage and independent variables such as profitability, tangibility, size, and growth using both conventional and adjusted measure of leverage. The adjusted measure of leverage is found unrelated to profitability unlike the conventional measure which always show negative relationship in current as well as previous studies. The positive relation between leverage and size supports pecking order theory, while tangibility was found to be negatively related challenging theoretical interpretations. While no conclusive evidence is found in favour of any theory the study does provide a fresh perspective on the theoretical debate.
A Quantitative Research on the Level of Social Media Addiction and its Effects on Psychological Health among Undergraduate Students of Pakistan
Authors: Bibi Sadiqa , Ahmed Sumiya , Jahangir Maimoona
Published: April 2024

Using social networks in access and getting addicted to these applications has negatively influenced the mental health of the users. The objective of the study was to inspect the effects of social media applications including WhatsApp, Face Book, Twitter, TikTok, Snapchat, and Instagram on the intensity of psychological problems including aggression, depression, and suicidal ideation among undergraduate students (N=490) both males and females with the age range from 18 years to 25 who were addicted (N=297) and non-addicted (N=193) to these social media applications. It was hypothesized that the scores of addicted students will be high on aggression, depression, and suicidal ideation. Purposive sampling technique was used and Bergen Social Media Addiction Scale, Aggression Questionnaire, Beck Depression Inventory II, and Beck Scale for Suicidal Ideation were administered on the students. T-test was used on SPSS version 20 to examine the statistics. Results of the study suggested that undergraduates with social media addiction have more aggression, depression, and suicidal ideation as compared to non-addicted undergraduates. The results of the project led to some practical implications. There should be some counselors and motivational lecturers in all the educational institutions to educate the students to use the social media applications in a beneficial way. Secondly, all the educational institutions must have mental health centers to deal with the effected students. Lastly, some subjects or programs should be included in the curriculum which can guide the students to use social media in a fruitful way.
Quality Education and Students’ Satisfaction Perceived Perception of Students at Higher Education Level in Pakistan
Authors: Hussain Ijaz , Mohsin Rabia , Muhammad Noor
Published: April 2024

Ensuring the quality of education stands as the primary objective for universities in the 21st century. Student satisfaction serves as a pivotal element when evaluating the quality of educational services, as the entire educational framework revolves around the student. This current study aims to explore the perception of students regarding quality education at higher education level and to explore the perception of students regarding satisfaction at higher education level, thus serving as a component of quality assurance for universities. This descriptive study utilized survey methodology for data collection, employing a questionnaire developed on a five-point Likert scale, validated through pilot testing. Data were collected from 50 university students, ensuring a reliability of 0.9. The study was delimited to public sector universities of Southern Punjab. The target population included university students from Bahawalpur, Dera Ghazi Khan and Multan districts. A total of 300 male and female students participated in the questionnaire survey through simple random sampling. Data analysis was conducted using Statistical Packages for Social Sciences. The study findings highlighted that the faculty expertise, teaching-learning process, curriculum, institutional infrastructure, effective teaching methods, transparent assessment and evaluation systems are key indicators of students' satisfaction, reflecting their perception and satisfaction of quality education in public sector universities in Pakistan.
AUKUS Emergence Navigating the Dynamics from Security to Insecurity in the Asia-Pacific
Authors: Ali Murad
Published: April 2024

AUKUS has significant ramifications for Asia-Pacific’s security dynamics. The factors contributing to uncertainty among regional countries and their security dilemmas include the perceptual threats of countering China’s rise and heightened insecurity among ASEAN and South Asian nations due to nuclear-powered submarines (SSNs) in the region. The proliferation of SSNs is a significant concern emerging in the wake of the AUKUS alliance. South Korea and Japan have reportedly expressed interest in acquiring SSNs by joining AUKUS or through bilateral arrangements with the United States. These developments have intensified regional insecurity. Viewing AUKUS through a Cold War lens reminiscent of the balancing strategies between the USSR and the US, China labels it as the Asia-Pacific version of NATO. Though AUKUS has been established ostensibly to review the US-led global order, it may instead sow seeds of insecurity and mistrust across the Asia-Pacific. This research paper evaluates how AUKUS would impact the insecurity outlook of the Asia-Pacific region.
Cyber-Victimization, Perceived Social Support and Interpersonal Trust among University Students
Authors: Babur Syeda Manaal , Abbasi Samiya Ismaeel , Aziz Ayesha
Published: April 2024

The research aimed to assess the relationship between cyber-victimization, perceived social support and interpersonal trust among university students. This correlational research used a convenient sampling of N=251 university students in Islamabad of ages 18 to 25. Data was collected using Revised Cyberbullying Inventory II (RCBI-II), Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS) and Rotter’s Interpersonal Trust Scale. The analysis was employed using IBM SPSS Statistics 25. The results revealed correlation between cyber-victimization and interpersonal trust was positive, when controlling gender. Perceived social support and cyber-victimization were significant predictors of interpersonal trust. Independent sample T-test concluded that females and ages 22 to 25 possess high interpersonal trust as compared to other studied age groups. Implications of the results have relevance to society, public, as well as concerned authorities.
The Influence of Job Rotation on Employee Performance in the Syrian Nour Foundation
Authors: Alaflaq Sarab , Aloqab Abdullah , Al-Dakhli Abdullah
Published: April 2024

The study examines the impact of job rotation on employee performance at the Nour foundation in Syria. It focuses on skill development, job satisfaction and overall performance. A total of 200 questionnaires were sent to employees at Nour Foundation. The study utilizes descriptive statistics and structural equation modeling. Before employing structural equation modeling, the study performed reliability and validity analysis. The results confirmed model fulfil the reliability and validity threshold. The result of the structural equation shows that employe performance is positively correlated to job rotation. Additionally, job rotation significantly enhances employee motivation, job performance and satisfaction. Furthermore, the study also highlights the significance of job rotation in rising employee performance, knowledge, and skills. For maximizing the employee performance, the study suggests that business should exercise the job rotation policies.
Շարականների ձայնակարգային վերլուծության փորձ / An Attempt at modal Analysis of Sharakans
Authors: Aloyan Erik
Published: April 2024

The eight voice system is one of the key areas of Armenian musical thought. The topic has been referred to almost throughout the centuries-long history of Armenian church music. Conceptions of vocal instruments in Armenian reality were formed in the pre-Christian, pagan period (A. Arevshatyan, "The Doctrine of Sounds in Medieval Armenia", Yerevan, 2013, p. 14), then they were reinterpreted in the IV-V centuries according to the new Christian ideology and new aesthetic requirements (ibid). The doctrine of sounds progressed in Cilician Armenia in the XII-XIV centuries, particularly in the famous local monastic complexes (Drazark, Arkakaghin) and elsewhere. Especially notable is the role of 19th-century Iranian-Armenian musicians in the works dedicated to the recording, preservation and research of the eight voice system, which began in particular with the creation of Armenian notation by Father M. Bjshkyan, H. Limontchyan, E. Tntesyan, N. Tashchyan, H. Ayvazyan and others. The topic is also relevant in Armenian musicology of the latest period (XX-XXI centuries): Komitas Vardapet, K. Kushnaryan, R. Atayan, K. Khudabashyan, N. Tahmizyan, A. Arevshatyan, L. Hakobyan, A. Musheghyan, M. Navoyan, G. Amiraghyan, L. Harutyunyan, A. Martirosyan, N. Misakyan. An attempt was made to address the topic within the framework of the course "Armenian Spiritual Music" of the Chair of Armenian Traditional Music Performing Arts. 10 of the sharakans included in the program were subjected to sound analysis according to the following sound features: The article also presents the general description of one of the cantos included in the program, namely "Let the Cart Descend to the Holy Resurrection" by St. Grigor Narekatsi (XIVcentury).
Кафедра композиции ЕГК / YSC Composition Department
Authors: Gyodakyan Georgi
Published: April 2024

The article explores the history of establishment and key milestones of the Department of Composition of Yerevan Komitas State Conservatory. The article highlights the peculiarities of pedagogical principles of A. L. Stepanyan, S. V. Barkhudaryan, V. G. Talyan, G. I. Eghiazaryan, E. M. Mirzoyan, Gh. M. Saryan.
Երաժշտության եւ երաժշտական գործիքների տեղը հայոց կենցաղում / The role of music and musical instruments in Armenian everyday life
Authors: Kirakosyan Anahit
Published: April 2024

The article is dedicated to the role and significance of musical instruments (folk and classical) in the life of the Armenian people, especially in urban life. In addition to a brief historical overview, a parallel is drawn between the lifestyles and cultural interactions of a number of folk and classical instruments, some facts, oral memories and reflections are presented. The bibliography documents the active process of research and publication of folk instruments at present.
ПАМЯТИ РОДИТЕЛЕЙ ПОСВЯЩАЕТСЯ (к 90-летию со дня рождения Н. Матевосян)
Authors: Asmaryan Natalya
Published: April 2024

The article is dedicated to the memory of her parents, concertmaster Nelly Matevosyan and Tadevos Asmaryan. After graduating from the Piano Department, Yerevan Komitas State Conservatory, N. Matevosyan and T. Asmaryan worked at their beloved Conservatory for many years. Nelly worked at Spendiaryan school as a teacher and concertmaster in cellists' and violinists' classes all her life, for 40 years, and as a concert-master of the Choir of Opera Theater for 39 years, T. Asmaryan changed workplaces very often. During his life, he worked in musical performances held in Spendiaryan, Sundukyan and Stanislavsky theaters. However, his most important workplace was the Etchmiadzin Seminary, where he worked for 20 years at the invitation of His Holiness Vazgen I. St. Komitas liturgy performed by the male choir of Saint Gayane Monastery was recorded on the CD "Melodiya". For T. Asmaryan the performance of Komitas Liturgy in 25 cities of Armenia, Tbilisi and France became the fulfillment of his main life mission.
ТВОРЧЕСКАЯ ПАЛИТРА ЮРИЯ ГЕВОРКЯНА / Yuri Gevorgyan's Creative Palette
Authors: Baghdasaryan Margarita
Published: April 2024

May 11, 2021 marked the 90th anniversary of the composer, educator, musical-social figure, and simply the wonderful person Yury Aleksander Gevorgyan. The article outlines Gevorgyan's portrait as a composer, public figure and teacher. Alongside with his creative and social activity, for more than 40 years, Yury Aleksander Gevorgyan, was also involved in educational activity. From 1960 to 2002 he taught at Kh. Abovyan Pedagogical Institute (Armenian State Pedagogical University). The composer’s main works are anlysed.
Academic Planning for Quality of Higher Education: A Perspective of University Teachers
Authors: Shazia Nasrullah  , Irshad Hussain
Published: April 2024

This study was designed to ascertain the perspective of university teachers regarding academic planning for quality of higher education in Pakistan. Descriptive research design was adopted to conduct the study. All public sector universities in Punjab were the population of the study in which teachers were the target population of the study. The total numbers of (n = 300) respondents were taken as sample of the study through simple random, stratified and disproportionate sampling techniques. Data were collected through self-developed questionnaire. Through administered tool 289 responses were complete and considered for analysis.  The study was delimited to only six public sector universities in Punjab where access was possible and easy. The collected data were statistically analyzed through SPSS by using Descriptive statistics (Frequency, Percentage, Mean). Findings, results and conclusions were drawn by revealing that academic planning has an effective role to promote the quality of higher education in all HEIs of Pakistan. Without effective academic planning, no Higher Education Institution can improve its educational system in the modern world. Some recommendations were suggested in the light of the results and objectives of the study that government of the time, HEC and HED, policy makers, educationists, philosophers, scholars, university employees and students play a collaborate role in promoting and develop higher education under the umbrella of effective academic planning.
Sukcesy polskich spółek giełdowych pod kierownictwem kobiet
Authors: Marciniak Mateusz
Published: April 2024

Obecnie na polskiej giełdzie tylko niewielka część podmiotów jest zarządzanych przez kobiety. Ponadprzeciętne wyniki finansowe osiągane przez przedsiębiorstwa, które są reprezentowane przez płeć żeńską, potwierdzają drzemiący w nich potencjał i ogrom kompetencji. Mimo wszystko, pracodawcy w dalszym ciągu przejawiają dyskryminację płciową w zakresie obsadzania najważniejszych stanowisk w firmach notowanych na warszawskim parkiecie. Celem artykułu jest przedstawienie sposobów zarządzania przez kobiety spółkami giełdowymi i określenie, jak stosowane przez nie metody kierowania zespołem wpływają na osiągnięcie sukcesu przez organizację. Dokonanie przeglądu najnowszej literatury oraz danych statystycznych potwierdza brak zaawansowania zrównoważonego rozwoju wśród większości podmiotów giełdowych, mimo że udział kobiet we władzach organów statutowych systematycznie się zwiększa. Analizie poddano 140 największych polskich spółek giełdowych, a wnioski z przeprowadzonej analizy krytycznej powinny posłużyć do określenia potencjału kobiet w zakresie zarządzania.
BASIC METHODS OF STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT OF COMMODITY FLOWS IN THE DOMESTIC MARKET
Authors: Yakhno Tatiana
Published: April 2024

The article examines the theoretical foundations of methods of strategic management of commodity flows at the micro level. The tasks of forming an organizational and economic mechanism for managing commodity flows (macro level), which provides the optimal variant for the movement of goods, i.e. what is aimed at when managing commodity flows at the macroeconomic level, are defined. A mathematical description of the general equilibrium is presented. The basic methods of managing intra-production commodity flows at the micro level are formulated. The authoritarian solution of the rationing mechanism is substantiated, and the difficulties of implementing the rationing mechanism are provided.
Pistas para composições da dança na educação
Authors: Soares Alves Flávio , Curione Menezes Potyra , Cristiane de Paula Venancio Reisa , Aleixo de Sande Wesley
Published: April 2024

A dança é uma prática estética e, enquanto tal, precisa ser sentida, muito mais do que compreendida. Considerando essa premissa e o perigo das abordagens conteudistas e tecnicistas de ensino, que se concentram naquilo que a dança é, em detrimento daquilo que essa prática possa vir a ser e se modificar, este artigo tem por objetivo expor o descabimento das regras e dos princípios universais de ação, quando o assunto é a dança na educação, em função da afirmação de intenções e direcionamentos moventes que só se avizinham em ato, no seio das relações educativas escolares. Para tanto indaga-se: como sensibilizar educadores a essas intenções e direcionamentos moventes no trabalho envolvendo a dança escolar? A partir desta questão apresentam-se algumas pistas, entendendo-as como orientações lúdicas e tateantes que nos convidam a operar, sempre e a cada vez, uma inversão metodológica para o ensino da dança na educação.
Coreografia de uma docência substituta
Authors: Santos Resende Fellipe , Mota Torres Thiago
Published: April 2024

Este ensaio vale-se de uma abordagem autoetnográfica (FORTIN, 2009; DANTAS, 2016) para narrar um conjunto de experiências docentes vividas por dois professores substitutos nos cursos de graduação em Dança da Universidade Federal do Ceará (UFC), modalidades licenciatura e bacharelado, no período de setembro de 2021 a setembro de 2022. Utiliza a estrutura textual de cartas para estabelecer a comunicação entre os dois autores e pôr em relação questões levantadas pelos mesmos em sua passagem pelos referidos cursos. Percorrendo o campo da Pedagogia Universitária em Dança dialogam sobre temas como: construção da prática de ensino-aprendizagem, repertório formativo dos estudantes, relações interpessoais e especificidades do percurso universitário no contato com os discentes. Considerando suas próprias formações para observar o cenário estudado, os autores abordam situações vivenciadas no cotidiano docente, trazendo ainda episódios protagonizados por estudantes para compor diálogos pedagógicos e apontar elementos pertinentes ao universo da docência no magistério superior.
Entre Batucar-Cantar-Dançar: Uma experiência pedagógica em Dança na Educação Infantil
Authors: Da Silva Juliana Lima , Barbozza da Silva Alexsander
Published: April 2024

Este estudo tem como objetivo compreender o impacto da experiência com a proposta africana batucar-cantar-dançar na Educação Infantil, desenvolvida na Escola de Educação Básica da Universidade Federal da Paraíba (UFPB), no segundo semestre de 2022. Desse modo, organizamos o texto a partir de duas gingas: (1) O Ensino da Dança no currículo da Educação Infantil na Paraíba, e (2) O Ensino da Dança na relação entre o  batucar-cantar-dançar. Em seguida, descrevemos o relato da experiência com a dança no chão da escola. Dessa forma, com a escrita deste estudo, refletimos acerca da importância de práticas pedagógicas em Dança alicerçadas em saberes ancestrais e identitários, marcados pelas questões de raça.
Aplicação de revestimentos comestíveis contendo óleos essenciais em laranja ‘Pêra’ (Citrus sinensis L. Osbeck)
Authors: Souza Vinicius Nelson Barboza de , Moretto Nathaly Calister , Oliveira Igor Gabriel Silva , Aranha Caroline Pereira Moura , Martelli Silvia Maria
Published: April 2024

A laranja 'Pera' tem importância econômica significativa no Brasil para a produção de suco, necessitando da exploração de tecnologias de prevenção de perdas pós-colheita para melhorar a vida útil e a qualidade geral. Este estudo avaliou coberturas comestíveis à base de pectina contendo óleos essenciais de limão e Mentha arvensis L., visando preservar a qualidade da laranja ‘Pera’. Várias composições de revestimento foram testadas com concentrações de pectina de 0,5% (p/v), 1% (p/v) e 2% (p/v). O sorbitol (20% p/p do polímero) serviu como plastificante, e a emulsão de óleo essencial (0,4% v/v) foi introduzida nas laranjas sem pectina (E), bem como nas concentrações de 0,5% e 1% do polímero. As laranjas passaram por aplicação de revestimento e foram armazenadas por 29 dias a 20 °C e analisadas a cada 4 dias. A avaliação visual utilizou fotos e análise de cores seguindo o sistema CIELAB. O peso dos frutos foi medido em intervalos e a porcentagem de perda de peso foi calculada em relação ao peso inicial. Os resultados indicaram que as amostras com 0,5g de pectina/100g (16,64) e o grupo controle (15,52) exibiram maior variação de cor e alterações visuais mais pronunciadas, enquanto aquelas tratadas com 1 g de pectina/100g de pectina (5,75) demonstraram alterações mínimas em ambas as análises. As perdas de peso foram maiores nos tratamentos E (11,99%), sendo as menores observadas no grupo 0,5 g de pectina/100g (9,26%). Estas descobertas destacam o potencial dos revestimentos à base de polissacarídeos na preservação da qualidade pós-colheita, embora variações no amadurecimento dos frutos sugiram a necessidade de estudos futuros com grupos experimentais maiores.