bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Female Students Low Enrolment in Science Subjects and Its Menace in Some Selected Secondary Schools in Fagge Zonal Education Office of Kano State-Nigeria
Authors: Laraba F.U. , K. Hamza , Abubakar Y.A. , Farida U.J.
Published: January 2024

This study aimed to investigate the Female Low Enrolment in Science Subjects and its Menace in some Selected Secondary Schools in Fagge Zonal Education of Kano State. The survey was conducted among science-based Senior Secondary School two (SSS2) female students in five randomly selected senior secondary schools in the zone to ascertain the causes and improvements of low females’ students’ enrolment in science subjects. Twenty-five test item questionnaires based on six (6) factors of socio-cultural, parental, teachers, self, school environment and marital suspected to be capable of causing low enrolment in science subjects were formulated and used for the study. Two hundred and twenty (220) questionnaires were administered and one hundred and eighty (180) were returned. The data was analyzed with the aid of simple percentages as a statistical method. Results showed that of all the factors investigated, only parental, school environment and marital factors were implicated as the major factors for low female students’ enrolment in science subjects in the selected schools. The socio-economic status of parents, time allotment to household chores by married students, gender insensitivity, illustrations in science textbooks have also contributed to low enrolment of female students in science subjects. Contrary to expectations, socio-cultural, self and teacher factors were not major contributing factors to low female students’ enrolment in science subjects in schools in the zonal education office. In spite of the identified factors causing low enrolment of female students in science subjects in the study area, improvements in the enrolment can be achieved by payment of allowances to female science students to serve as motivation, enlightenment of both the parents and their female students on the importance of science to national development and provision of good science laboratories and facilities.
Analytical Method Development and Validation for Simultaneous Estimation of Memantine and Donepezil in Pharmaceutical Dosage form by RP-HPLC
Authors: Parthiban C. , Anjali Vislavath , Supriya Vollala , Bhanu Priya Dhontam , Sri Nithya Sadineni , Sudhakar M.
Published: January 2024

A simple, precise and accurate method was developed for the simultaneous estimation of memantine and donepezil. The chromatogram was performed with a Thermo scientific C18 (150 x 4.6mm, 5µm). At a flow rate of 1ml/min, mobile phase used is 70:30% v/v mixture of buffer pH 4.5 and ACN. The best detection wave length for memantine and donepezil was at 265nm. The retention time was 2.325 and 3.088minutes. Assay results of 100.87 percent and 99.31 percent, %RSD values are below 2 and linearity R2 values are 0.999 for both the drugs. The strategy appears to have been compact and worth, and it is proper for everyday Quality Control Estimates in Industry sections since Maintenance Times are Diminishing and that Gathered Code was reducing. Thus, the developed method was validated according to 1CH guidelines for routine analysis of the sample.
A Review on Artemisia princeps: Pharmacology and Anti-Inflammatory Potential of Phytoconstituents
Authors: Thakur Madhurima , Kumar Inder , Dhiman Sunny
Published: January 2024

Higher organisms developed the inflammation as a defence mechanism against infection and injuries. Chronic Inflammation is a progressive reaction which end at damage of living tissues. Several synthetic compounds had been used for fighting against uncontrolled inflammation. However, some of these compounds had significant adverse along with their anti-inflammatory properties. So, there is still need of some new anti-inflammatory compounds with least or no adverse effects. Numerous herbs including Ashwagandha, Calendula, Cat’s claw; Chamomile, Cilantro, Licorice root, Parsley, Curcuma longa, Zingiber officinale, Rosmarinus officinale, Borago officinale, Rosemary, Evening primrose, Devil’s claw had been evaluated for their anti-inflammation potentials and potent results was obtained with non-significant adverse effects. Plant named as Artemisia princeps. Family-Asteraceae has been evaluated for its pharmacological abilities and proved as significant herb for treatment of various pathological conditions. This review comprises the pharmacological abilities of Artemisia princeps. Linn and its Phytoconstituents with special emphasis on its anti-inflammatory potential. In the current literature survey, Selected plant was found to contain substantial number of phytoconstituent with pharmacological abilities Including Apigenin, Diosmetin, Eriodicytol, Eupafolin, Kaempferol, Vitex, Jaceosidine and Querecetine. Further literature survey also provides the anti-inflammatory potentials of phytoconstituents present in Artemisia princeps.
Investigating the Barriers to Electric Vehicle Adoption among Older Adults using
Grey Relational Analysis: A Cross-country Survey
Authors: Darbinian Kristina , Osibo Benjamin Kwapong , Septime Mbama Michel Christ , Meyrem Hojamyradova
Published: January 2024

The adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) is a critical step towards the achievement
of sustainable transportation, mitigated environmental challenges, and reduction in
dependence on fossil fuels. In recent years, the popularity of EVs has grown, yet their
adoption among seniors (older adults aged 50 and above) remains a challenge. This paper
presents a comparative analysis of the barriers to EV adoption among seniors in two
major economies, China and Russia. These two major economies have vast territories and
significant transportation demands and as such they play crucial roles in the global
shift towards EV adoption. We collected data from Russian and Chinese senior citizens
using a comprehensive drafted questionnaire (252 respondents). Also, the Dynamic Grey
Relational Analysis (DGRA) is used to analyze the quantitative data and rank the
barriers to EV adoption. Our results suggest the inability of seniors to smartly locate
available charging stations as the barrier to adopting EVs in China, while the lack of
charging infrastructure at home is identified as the main barrier for seniors in Russia.
Our findings provide valuable insights for manufacturers, technology firms, and
policymakers, in the ongoing promotion of electric mobility.
Analysis Of The Influence Of Csr On Financial Inclusion, Financial Performance, Financial Stability And Company Value In The Banking Sector In Indonesia
Authors: Wirakanada I Made Pradna
Published: January 2024

The influence of globalization, increasingly fierce competition and the availability of adequate access to information forces companies to rethink appropriate business strategies to compete. Of the many existing strategies, companies need to consider CSR as one of the business strategies. This research analyzes the impact of implementing CSR as independent variable on financial inclusion, financial performance, financial stability and company value as dependent variables in the banking sector in Indonesia. We use the data of 20 companies from 2018 to 2022. Method used in this research is linier data regression. The result shows that CSR only have a significant influence on financial inclusion and firm value while for control variables, only tangibility that has no impact on all four factors.
Utilization Of 'Aquajaya X Aquariset' Youtube Account As A Means Of Educating Aquascapers
Authors: Jokoniko Bimo Berdiarto , Megawati  , Aditya Winarto
Published: January 2024

This research starts from the evolving technological phenomenon which causes human activities that depend on the internet in several aspects of life. Advances in technology make helping people for easier to find and to get the entertainment they are want and even get information through social media. The development of technology has made many people explore hobbies, one of which is Aquascapse. The aquascape hobby is made into content that provides information or education for hobbyists. Based on this background, the researcher conducted a study on how AquaJaya x AquaRiset uses YouTube as an educational tool. Main of purpose in this study is to specify of using YouTube as educational advice for Aquascapers. To answer this study, researchers used the social information processing theory put forward by Littlejohn & Foss. This study used a descriptive qualitative method with semi-structured interviews with 1 resource person as the owner of the AquaJaya x AquaRiset YouTube account content, 3 sources as viewers and subscribers of the account. The conclution of this paper it can be concluded that the AquaJaya x AquaRiset YouTube account applies the values of social information processing theory and educational provision to Aquascapers.
Analisis Kepuasan Masyarakat Terhadap Pelayanan Publik (Studi Tentang Pelayanan Administratif, Pelayanan Barang Dan Pelayanan Jasa Pemerintah Desa Siakin Kecamatan Kintamani Kabuaten Bangli)
Authors: Santi Ni Kadek Leni Ari , Rahmawati Putu Indah , Trianasari Trianasari
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis kepuasan masyarakat terhadap pelayanan publik dan untuk menganalisis tingkat kesesuaian antara kinerja pelayanan dengan harapan masyarakat pengguna layanan. Metode penelitian deskriptif dengan menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif. Teknik pengambilan sampel menggunakan simple random sampling. Teknik pengambilan data dengan penyebaran kuesioner kepada 270 responden. Teknik analisis data menggunakan indeks kepuasan masyarakat (IKM) dan importance performance analysis (IPA). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa (1) berdasarkan hasil analisis indeks kepuasan masyarakat (IKM) maka pelayanan administratif, pelayanan barang dan pelayanan jasa di Kantor Desa Siakin memiliki mutu pelayanan baik dengan kinerja unit pelayanan baik dan (2) berdasarkan hasil importance performance analysis (IPA) secara umum pelayanan publik belum memenuhi harapan masyarakat karena masih terdapat indikator pelayanan pada kuadran A (prioritas pertama perbaikan) yaitu pada pelayanan administratif terdapat indikator produk spesifikasi jenis pelayanan, kompetensi pelaksana, perilaku pelaksana, sarana dan prasarana, serta penanganan pengaduan, saran dan masukan. Pada pelayanan barang terdapat indikator waktu penyelesaian, kompetensi pelaksana, serta penanganan pengaduan, saran dan masukan. Pada pelayanan jasa terdapat indikator waktu penyelesaian, kompetensi pelaksana, perilaku pelaksana, sarana dan prasarana, serta penanganan pengaduan, saran dan masukan.
In Store Display, Kualitas Produk, Dan Price Discount Terhadap Keputusan Impulse Buying Pada Toko Indah Bordir Sidoarjo
Authors: Rahmania Rizki Dwi , Indayani Lilik , Oetarjo Mas
Published: January 2024

Penelitian tersebut bertujuan supaya mengenalisis serta membuktikan pengaruh in-store display, kualitas produk dan price discount terhadap keputusan impulse buying pada toko Indah Bordir di Sidoarjo. Penelitian dilakukan dengan pendekatan kuantitatif, dengan sampel 100 responden yaitu konsumen toko Indah Bordir yang bertempat tinggai di Sidoarjo dengan usia 18-45 tahun. Pengumpulan data diselenggarakan melalui menggunakan accidental sampling serta dianalisis dengan analisis regresi linier berganda memakai bantuan program SPSS. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa in-store display, kualitas produk dan price discount terbukti berpengaruh signifikan pada impulsive buying pada toko Indah Bordir Sidoarjo.
Effect of Propranolol on Motor Cortex Excitability in Essential Tremor: An Exploratory Study
Authors: Miguel-Puga Adán , Villafuerte Gabriel , Treviño Mario , Ortega-Robles Emmanuel , Arias-Carrión Oscar
Published: January 2024

Background: Essential tremor, the world’s most prevalent movement disorder, lacks a clear understanding of its pathophysiology. Propranolol, a non-specific beta-blocker capable of crossing the blood-brain barrier, is a primary choice for essential tremor treatment. While its tremor-reducing effects are generally attributed to peripheral actions, various uses hint at central adrenergic effects. Nevertheless, propranolol’s precise impact on the central nervous system in essential tremor subjects remains unexplored.
Methods: In this study, we employed transcranial magnetic stimulation to assess the influence of propranolol on the excitability of the primary motor cortex (M1) in patients with essential tremor, compared to an age- and sex-matched control group. Cortical excitability parameters were measured following placebo and propranolol administration, encompassing resting and active motor thresholds, motor evoked potential characteristics, cortical silent period, and the input/output curve.
Results: Distinct effects were observed across the two cortical hemispheres. Essential tremor patients displayed inhibition of the left M1 cortex and heightened excitability in the right M1 cortex four hours after propranolol administration, but not following placebo.
Conclusions: These findings suggest potential differential noradrenergic excitatory and inhibitory modulation. However, comprehensive understanding necessitates further investigations, including left-handed participants and more diverse essential tremor subpopulations. This study underscores the need for continued exploration to unravel propranolol’s complex effects on motor cortex excitability in essential tremor.
Estado nutricional y hábitos alimentarios en estudiantes de medicina de la Universidad Técnica del Norte
Authors: Moncayo Chavez Bryan Alfredo , Perugachi Benalcázar Ivonne Alexaida
Published: January 2024

Los malos hábitos alimentarios presentaron un incremento en los últimos años. El objetivo de la investigación fue determinar el estado nutricional y hábitos alimentarios en estudiantes de Medicina de la UTN. Fue un estudio no experimental, descriptivo, transversal. La muestra fue a conveniencia, conformada por 25 universitarios, se excluyeron mujeres embarazadas. Se realizó evaluación nutricional mediante IMC, % grasa corporal, % músculo, nivel de grasa visceral y circunferencia de cintura; los hábitos alimentarios se identificaron a través de una encuesta con preguntas sobre horarios de comida y preferencias alimentarias y se complementó con un instrumento puntuado basado en la Encuesta de calidad de la alimentación del adulto mayor, la cual se modificó para el grupo de edad evaluado (ECAAM) para identificar buena o mala calidad de la alimentación. Los principales resultados indican que existe mayoría de estudiantes (80%) con estado nutricional normal según IMC (X 22,57 ± 2,41 Kg/m2), 20% tiene porcentaje de grasa elevado, y a todos los sujetos con un nivel de grasa visceral normal, no se halla riesgo cardiometabólico según circunferencia de cintura. En cuanto a hábitos alimentarios según el instrumento puntuado se halla 96% con mala calidad de la alimentación, igualdad de proporción entre la calidad de la alimentación según hábitos alimentarios saludables y no saludables. En conclusión, no se halla como factor de riesgo al sobrepeso y la obesidad, la mala calidad de la alimentación si es un factor de riesgo, así como la presencia de hábitos alimentarios no saludables y la ausencia de hábitos alimentarios saludables.
Conocimiento y manejo en tecnologías de la información y las comunicaciones (TIC) de profesores de medicina antes de COVID-19
Authors: Erazo Cheza Carlos Vinicio , Montalvo Navarrete Héctor Javier , Pineda Cruz Silvia Salome , Mena Palacios Cristina Elizabeth
Published: January 2024

Introducción: Las tecnologías de la información y la comunicación (TIC) son un conjunto de herramientas cuya integración en nuestras vidas han transformado la manera en que accedemos al conocimiento, a la información y al aprendizaje. Objetivo: Describir el conocimiento y manejo de TIC en el personal docente de medicina antes de la emergencia sanitaria por COVID-19. Método: Este estudio descriptivo consistió en la selección de 117 docentes de medicina por un muestreo no probabilístico por conveniencia, los datos fueron recolectados de encuestas realizadas en el año 2018, se realizó la tabulación y el análisis de datos a través de medidas de frecuencia y porcentajes mediante Microsoft Excel 2016 y Jamovi 2.3.19. Resultados: Antes de la emergencia sanitaria más de la mitad de los docentes (52,99%) conocían y manejaban TIC en sus clases, mientras que el 41,88% usaban aulas virtuales.  Las TIC más utilizadas por los docentes fueron las herramientas de almacenamiento para compartir en línea (43,59%), los procesadores de texto (42,74%), herramientas para generar presentaciones (41,88%), editores de video y realidad virtual (33,33%), WhatsApp en las actividades docentes (31,62%). A pesar de esto, el 98,3% de los docentes mostraron mucho interés en recibir una capacitación adicional. Conclusiones: Los docentes antes de la emergencia sanitaria conocían y manejaban TIC en su práctica diaria, como las herramientas para almacenar y compartir en línea, procesadores de texto, generadores de presentaciones y la aplicación WhatsApp, y mostraron interés en seguir capacitándose.
Somatotipo de estudiantes femeninas en la Universidad Técnica del Norte, Ibarra 2022
Authors: Robles-Enríquez Karla , Velásquez-Calderón Claudia
Published: January 2024

El somatotipo está influenciado por la contextura ósea, el metabolismo, la cantidad de masa muscular y de masa grasa, para clasificar la forma del cuerpo humano en ectomorfo, endomorfo y mesomorfo o mezcla entre ellos. El objetivo general de este estudio fue evaluar el estado nutricional y somatotipo de las estudiantes de la carrera de Nutrición de la Universidad Técnica del Norte en el periodo académico septiembre - marzo del 2020. Y el objetivo específico fue orientar a este grupo de mujeres para clasificar su disciplina deportiva según su somatotipo. Se llevó                                                             a cabo una investigación descriptiva, retrospectiva y de corte transversal. Se evaluó un total de 67 mujeres de primero a quinto semestre de la carrera de Nutrición, los criterios de exclusión fueron mujeres gestantes y en periodo de lactancia. Como resultados se encontró que el somatotipo que predomina fue el Endomorfo con 79,10% seguido del Endo mesomorfo con el 16,42%, después el Ecto endomorfo con 2,99% y el menos relevante el endo ectomorfo               con 1,49%. En cuanto al estado nutricional se encontró que el 62,69% se encontraba en normalidad,13,43% de la muestra tenía sobrepeso l, el 13,43% poseía sobrepeso ll, 5,97% obesidad grado l y apenas el 4,48% tuvo bajo peso. En conclusión, las mujeres estudiantes de la carrera de Nutrición presentan un predominio del somatotipo Endomorfo por lo cual tienen mayor habilidad en deportes de fuerza, potencia y equilibrio como lanzamiento de bala, jabalina, disco, karate, box, levantamiento de fuerza.
Reporte de un caso clínico Sindrome de Rendu – Osler – Weber y Sîndrome Antifosfolipido
Authors: Pinto Pineda Francisco Rafael , Pinto Pineda Verónica Alejandra , Lalama Gómez Karolin Paulina
Published: January 2024

El síndrome de Rendu-Osler-Weber (HHT) o Telangiectasia Hemorrágica Hereditaria es un desorden vascular caracterizado la presencia de telangiectasias y malformaciones arteriovenosas. Se trata de una alteración vascular displásica multisistémica de carácter autosómico dominante, se presenta asociado a malformaciones arteriovenosas pulmonares y/o múltiples telangiectasias en sistema gastrointestinal, cavidad oral. El síndrome de anticuerpos antifosfolípidos es una enfermedad autoinmunitaria que se caracteriza por la formación de proteínas anormales en la sangre llamados autoanticuerpos antifosfolipídicos (APS) lo que provoca la formación de coágulos en las arterias y venas. La embolia pulmonar aguda en un paciente con malformación arteriovenosa es un factor predisponente para complicaciones potenciales. Existen pocos informes de casos en los que se encontraron al mismo tiempo estas dos condiciones, está asociada con un aumento del riesgo trombótico debido a la deficiencia de hierro. Se presenta el caso clínico de una paciente de 21 años con antecedente de HHT y hallazgos de hemorragia alveolar por lo que se estudia patología inmunológica encontrando resultados positivos para autoanticuerpos antifosfolipídicos.
DETERMINING THE LEVEL OF KNOWLEDGE, AWARENESS, AND PERCEPTION OF TELEMEDICINE IN PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION PHYSICIANS
Authors: KARATAŞ Neşe Merve , KARATAŞ Göktuğ , TÜRK İpek
Published: January 2024

Introduction/ objective: Telemedicine applications are becoming increasingly common. Our aim in this study was to measure the knowledge, awareness and perception levels of physiatrists on this subject. Methods: This study was planned as a cross-sectional survey study. Physiatrists actively working in Turkey were asked to fill in the questionnaire created by the researchers, prepared with google docs and shared via email/WhatsApp/Telegram platforms. Results: The questionnaire was answered by a total of 109 physicians, 54 women (49.5%) and 55 men (50.5%). 63.3% of physicians stated that they knew telemedicine partially. Physicians who knew how to remotely apply physical examination was 10.09%. The disadvantages that physicians mostly agreed on were the increase in the risk of malpractice (73.4%) and the decrease in professional satisfaction (76.1%). 71.6% of physicians believe that physical contact increases the feeling of trust in the patients and positively affects the success of the treatment. Orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation came to the fore in the most difficult areas to evaluate in telemedicine. Neuropathic pain was a less challenging area with 36.6% of physicians. Conclusion: There is a lack of knowledge among our physicians about the content, application areas, responsibilities, and jurisdictions of the concept of telemedicine. Our physicians think that their professional satisfaction will be less in this system with a higher malpractice risk. Potential barriers should be analyzed well and the system should be well planned so as not to victimize physicians and patients in physiatry practice. Our study will be a guide in this context.
Diagnosis and Management Approach for Childhood Benign Head and Neck Masses
Authors: BOZBEYOĞLU Sabriye Gülçin , GÜLÇİN Neslihan
Published: January 2024

Objective: Head and neck masses are frequently encountered in childhood. Radiological characterization of these lesions plays a crucial role in determining the appropriate treatment approach. At this stage, considering radiation exposure, radiological treatment and, if necessary, surgery should be directed. This study, it was aimed to discuss the diagnostic approach in childhood benign head and neck masses.

Methods: A retrospective analysis was conducted on 64 pediatric patients who presented with head and neck masses and underwent radiological imaging between 2018 and 2022. Demographic data, radiological diagnostic methods, lesion localization, characterization, treatment approaches, and pathological findings of patients with congenital and acquired masses were obtained from the hospital system.

Results: The distribution of age and gender among the 64 patients was similar across groups. Head and neck masses were predominantly located in the anterolateral cervical triangle. Thyroglossal duct cysts were the most common cystic masses, displaying mixed sonographic characteristics. Venolymphatic malformations (VLM) were the second most frequently observed masses, predominantly exhibiting cystic features. Hemangiomas were the most common solid masses encountered. In addition, while the cystic lesions were most frequently congenital, the solid ones were acquired.

Regarding treatment planning, 32 patients (50%) underwent surgical intervention. Among the patients, 15.6% of the patients underwent sclerotherapy at least once. Medical treatment involved non-selective beta-blocker administration in 10 (15.6%) patients.

Conclusion: The etiology of childhood head and neck masses encompasses a wide spectrum. Therefore, accurate diagnosis plays a crucial role in guiding clinicians toward appropriate medical and/or surgical treatment options.
Análise dos casos de malária nas frentes pioneiras do Sul do Amazonas: Lábrea, Humaitá e Apuí
Authors: Jesus Ana , Oliveira Neto Thiago , Assis João
Published: January 2024

Contexto: O Sul do Amazonas é caracterizado como uma área endêmica para a malária, isto significa que a doença ocorre de forma regular nesta região, principalmente com o avanço do desmatamento oriundo do avanço das frentes pioneiras, ocasionando aumento dos casos de malária entre os anos de 2019 e 2022. Nesse sentido, este trabalho tem como objetivo analisar esse aumento a partir das taxas de desmatamento e das frentes pioneiras ativas no âmbito de uma investigação histórica e atual. Desenvolvimento: Para realizar este levantamento foram utilizadas fontes bibliográficas para sistematização de uma revisão dos estudos e dados disponíveis para compreender a incidência dos casos de malária nessas regiões, bem como um trabalho em campo de cunho exploratório realizado em setembro de 2022 entre os municípios de Lábrea, Humaitá (distrito de Realidade) e Apuí e também uma viagem realizada pela rodovia Manaus-Porto Velho em julho de 2023. Além disso, foram trabalhados dados públicos do Portal da Fundação de Vigilância em Saúde do Amazonas (Fundação de Vigilância e Saúde do Amazonas). Resultados: Destaca-se que um dos desdobramentos do avanço das frentes pioneiras na Amazônia é o aumento dos casos de malária, haja visto que o desmatamento e a ocupação de áreas florestais, impulsionada por atividades como na mineração e agropecuária alteram o ecossistema, criando condições que facilitam a proliferação de mosquitos transmissores da malária.
O atlas municipal como recurso didático para o ensino e aprendizagem do lugar no município de Capitão - RS
Authors: Lorenzon Vanusa , Rodrigues Aline
Published: January 2024

Contexto: O Atlas Municipal é um recurso atrativo e mediador para a aprendizagem de conceitos geográficos, estimulando uma visão contextualizada do aluno em relação ao mundo. Esta pesquisa buscou compreender como ocorre a aprendizagem da linguagem cartográfica e como ela pode ser estimulada a partir do estudo do contexto local e do conceito de lugar. Metodologia: O objetivo foi desenvolver um material didático cartográfico relacionado ao contexto municipal para contribuir no ensino e aprendizagem da Geografia no Ensino Fundamental. Analisou-se a importância da alfabetização cartográfica para a formação de alunos leitores/produtores de mapas, destacando os processos e etapas envolvidos. A partir do mapeamento do município, com coleta de dados e imagens em pesquisas a bases municipais e fontes históricas, realização de trabalhos de campo e tratamento de dados de bases cartográficas digitais, pelo Sistema de Informações Geográficas QGIS, foi criado o Atlas Didático do município. Esse atlas é composto por mapas, textos e atividades didáticas para o estudo do lugar, envolvendo aspectos físicos, naturais, sociais, administrativos, populacionais e econômicos municipais. Considerações: O material pode ser utilizado nas diferentes etapas dos anos iniciais, suprindo a falta de materiais didáticos que abordam essa temática, favorecendo o estudo do espaço geográfico próximo e preparando os estudantes para uma melhor compreensão da Cartografia e das formas de representação da realidade nos anos finais do Ensino Fundamental e no Ensino Médio.
constitucionalización de los animales no humanos: análisis, reflexiones y propuestas en torno al proceso constituyente chileno
Authors: Henriquez Ramírez Alfonso
Published: January 2024

El reconocimiento de los animales dentro de los textos constitucionales ha despertado un creciente interés durante los últimos años. Chile no ha sido la excepción a esta tendencia, la cual se enmarca, además, dentro de un proceso de profundos cambios legales, que han implicado una mejora de los estándares de protección. En este sentido, buscaremos sistematizar algunas de las estrategias que permitirían la constitucionalización del derecho animal, destacando sus diferencias y presupuestos. A este respecto distinguiremos entre lo que llamamos mandato de protección, enfoque de derechos, y enfoque indirecto o ambiental. Posteriormente, analizaremos como estas estrategias fueron recogidas durante la primera parte del proceso constituyente chileno, centrándonos en sus alcances y principales problemas. Destaremos también el rol de la sociedad civil, y como esta influyó en el articulado del proyecto. Señalaremos que la Convención intentó tomar elementos de cada una de estas estrategias, pero que esta decisión no estuvo precedida por una discusión de más largo aliento acerca de las ventajas o inconvenientes que tenían los distintos modelos. La falta de una reflexión mayor en torno a este punto explicó las tensiones normativas que surgieron del hecho de intentar tomar partido por enfoques cuyos fundamentos eran distintos o incluso contradictorios. Finalizaremos este trabajo con algunas propuestas que permitan superar algunos de los problemas identificados. El estudio de esta experiencia puede de ser gran utilidad para futuros procesos de enmienda o cambio constitucional.
Necesidad y urgencia de la enseñanza del derecho comparado en América Latina: Especial referencia a la situación del Ecuador
Authors: San Miguel Giralt Johannes
Published: January 2024

La doctrina de los países centrales de Europa Occidental y Estados Unidos ha evolucionado hacia una comprensión interdisciplinar del derecho comparado. La docencia e investigación en Latinoamérica ha estado ajena a este debate y se ha enquistado en la concepción normativista formal, relativa a la confrontación sintáctica del tenor literal de disposiciones legislativas de ordenamientos arbitrariamente seleccionados. Este trabajo propone la revisión integral del enfoque pedagógico y didáctico en derecho en el Ecuador, que requiere la distinción entre micro y macro derecho comparado, la repercusión de la traducción técnica, los criterios para el trasplante y recepción de categorías, así como su evolución interna.
La enseñanza del derecho a partir de la mediación de la literatura: Una revisión de las teorías desde de la experiencia literaria en Colombia
Authors: González León Carlos Andrés , Moreno Bueno Erika Zulay
Published: January 2024

El artículo se propone identificar el aporte que hace la literatura al derecho para su enseñanza y comprensión, con énfasis en el caso colombiano, que desde el cambio constitucional en los noventa se ha propuesto repensar los paradigmas de aplicación del derecho, al igual que las estrategias para la enseñanza de sus narrativas. En especial en el contexto de un país como Colombia, en el que después de adelantar un proceso de negociación con la guerrilla de las FARC se logró la firma de un acuerdo de paz en el 2016. Producto del acuerdo, el país, acompañado de la labor de la Comisión para el Esclarecimiento de la Verdad, la Convivencia y la No Repetición y de la Jurisdicción Especial para la Paz, ha encontrado en la literatura un refugio para la construcción de memoria y un instrumento para la resistencia, la denuncia y los cambios de representaciones como camino para la reconciliación. La investigación de la que se deriva el artículo sigue el paradigma hermenéutico comprensivo y parte del análisis del discurso de un corpus de obras literarias a partir de las categorías de análisis propuestas desde los referentes teóricos en un ejercicio de investigación en el aula.
A Unified Approach to Computing the Zeros of Orthogonal Polynomials
Authors: MOUSSA Ridha , TİPTON James
Published: January 2024

We present a unified approach to calculating the zeros of the classical orthogonal polynomials and discuss the electrostatic interpretation and its connection to the energy minimization problem. This approach works for the generalized Bessel polynomials, including the normalized reversed variant, as well as the Viet\'e--Pell and Viet\'e--Pell--Lucas polynomials. We briefly discuss the electrostatic interpretation for each aforesaid case and some recent advances. We provide zeros and error estimates for various cases of the Jacobi, Hermite, and Laguerre polynomials and offer a brief discussion of how the method was implemented symbolically and numerically with Maple. In conclusion, we provide possible avenues for future research.
On Non-Archimedean $\mathcal{L}$-Fuzzy Vector Metric Spaces
Authors: EMİNOĞLU Şehla
Published: January 2024

This paper contributes to the broader studies of fuzzy vector metric spaces and fuzzy metric spaces based on order structures beyond the unit interval. It defines the notions of the left (right) order convergence and continuity in non-Arcimedean $\mathcal{L}$-fuzzy vector metric spaces. The notation $\mathcal{M}_E(a,b,s)$ means the nearness between $a$ and $b$ according to any positive vector $s$. This study exemplifies definitions and reaches some well-known results. Moreover, it proposes the concept of $\mathcal{L}$-fuzzy vector metric diameter and studies some of its basic properties. Further, the present paper proves the Cantor intersection theorem and the Baire category theorem via these concepts. Finally, this study discusses the need for further research.
On Finite and Non-Finite Bayesian Mixture Models
Authors: OLANREWAJU Rasaki Olawale , OLANREWAJU Sodiq Adejare , OYINLOYE Adedeji Adigun , ADEPOJU Wasiu Adesoji
Published: January 2024

In this paper, a Bayesian paradigm of a mixture model with finite and non-finite components is expounded for a generic prior and likelihood that can be of any distributional random noise. The mixture model consists of stylized properties-proportional allocation, sample size allocation, and latent (unobserved) variable for similar probabilistic generalization. The Expectation-Maximization (EM) algorithm technique of parameter estimation was adopted to estimate the stated stylized parameters. The Markov Chain Monte Carlo (MCMC) and Metropolis–Hastings sampler algorithms were adopted as an alternative to the EM algorithm when it is not analytically feasible, that is, when the unobserved variable cannot be replaced by imposed expectations (means) and when there is need for correction of exploration of posterior distribution by means of acceptance ratio quantity, respectively. Label switching for exchangeability of posterior distribution via truncated or alternating prior distributional form was imposed on the posterior distribution for robust tailoring inference through Maximum a Posterior (MAP) index. In conclusion, it was deduced via simulation study that the number of components grows large for all permutations to be considered for subsample permutations.
Screen Semi-Invariant Lightlike Hypersurfaces on Hermite-Like Manifolds
Authors: AKSU Ömer , GÜLBAHAR Mehmet
Published: January 2024

Hermite-like manifolds, which admit two different, almost complex structures, can be considered a general concept of Hermitian manifolds. Factoring in the effects of these two complex structures on the radical, screen, and transversal spaces, a new classification of lightlike hypersurfaces of Hermite-like manifolds is proposed in the present paper. Moreover, an example of screen semi-invariant lightlike hypersurfaces of Hermite-like manifolds is provided. Besides, some results on these hypersurfaces admitting a statistical structure are obtained. Further, screen semi-invariant lightlike hypersurfaces are investigated on Kaehler-like statistical manifolds. In addition, several characteristics of totally geodesic, mixed geodesic, and totally umbilical screen lightlike hypersurfaces are obtained. Finally, the need for further research is discussed.
Rancang Sistem Informasi Inventaris Sekolah Pada SMK 1 Perguruan Cikini Meggunakan Metode Prototype
Authors: Yuniar Rivaldi Nazar , Muharrom Muhammad
Published: January 2024

SMK 1 Perguruan Cikini sekolah unggulan di kota Jakarta utara belum memiliki sistem informasi sebagai pengelolaan data. Dalam kegiatan inventaris pada sekolah masih manual seperti menulis banyak data-data barang ruangan di dalam buku, sehingga proses kegiatan tersebut memakan waktu lama, hal kegiatan inventaris kurang efektif dan efisien. Tujuan ingin dicapai yaitu merancang sistem informasi inventaris barang dapat membantu pihak sebagai inventaris dalam kegiatan pendataan, dan mencetak laporan. Sehingga kegiatan inventaris menjadi efektif dan efisien. metode penelitian yaitu wawancara, observasi, dan studi pustaka, metode pengembangan adalah prototype. Hasil penelitian yaitu perancangan sistem informasi inventaris dapat membantu dalam kegiatan inventaris seperti pendataan data barang, dan mencetak laporan inventaris.
Issues of Information and Ideological Security: Experience for Uzbekistan
Authors: Umarov H. P.
Published: January 2024

The article discusses issues of theoretical and practical provision of information and ideological security. The experience of foreign countries has been studied, regulatory documents that ensure the information and ideological security of various states have been analyzed. In modern international relations, information wars, i.e. the principle of “defeating the enemy without fighting” is playing an increasingly important role. Leading countries of the world paid attention to information wars in the early 1960s. With the development of information technology and social networks, methods of waging information wars have expanded. Nowadays, information resources are more important than military ones. Thus, studying the experience and methods of foreign countries makes it possible to create effective countermeasures. It is very important to study the experience of foreign countries and identify the main directions of information attacks in relation to Uzbekistan.
On the Origin of the Symbol “Dragon” from the Zoonym “Crocodile” in the Cultures of Ancient Southern China and Vietnam
Authors: Larin V. P.
Published: January 2024

The author explores the origin of the symbol “dragon” in the cultures of ancient Southern China and Vietnam from the “crocodile”, puts forward the hypothesis that the ancient ethnonym and toponym “Yue” 越, (modern Vietnam) come from the Chinese zoonym ‘crocodile’ 鳄鱼 èyú. Other sources are the words “yue” 岳 ‘mountain’, “yue” 钺 ‘great battle axe’ and “yue” 月 ‘moon’. The Vietnamese word âu ‘seagull’, isomorphic to the Chinese word 鸥 ‘ōu’, is also involved in the semiotic analysis. Correlation of the Chinese letter from “jiaguwen” to “kaishu” (with the mention of the Vietnamese “ty-nom” and the letter of the state “Dian”) with historical and modern reality contributes to the objectification of the Chinese-Vietnamese world, the possibility of studying it using philological knowledge. The article also provides a comparison of the Chinese classification of nature by Zhou Qu-fei with the system of Carl Linnaeus and the earlier classification of Conrad Gesner, and develops the idea of the economy of nature.
Economic and Political Crisis In Pakistan: Social Causes and Exit Opportunities
Authors: Belokrenitsky V. Y.
Published: January 2024

The article examines some of the underlying causes of the acute economic and political crisis that engulfed Pakistan in the late 2010s and early 2020s. Such features of Pakistani society as the dominance of large hereditary landowners and a narrow group of wealthy industrialists are noted, and the decisive role played by the military corporation in governing the state is emphasized. The consequence of conservative social policies and an ineffective leadership system was the country’s increased dependence on international financial institutions and external assistance, as well as the accelerated lag of Pakistan from its neighbors in South Asia in economic and social development in the 21st century. It is concluded that there are no easy ways out of the crisis and that there are threats to the entire region as it deepens.
Optimizing Organizational Performance through Strategic Human Capital Management
Authors: Firdaus Moh , Rosita Wita , Diyanto Hendi , Supratikta Hadi
Published: January 2024

The pivotal role of human capital in organizational success is increasingly recognized in contemporary business environments. This study presents an in-depth analysis of how strategic human capital management can significantly enhance company performance. Utilizing a qualitative approach, grounded in a comprehensive literature review, our research explores various strategies that can be employed to improve human resource performance in organizations. We emphasize that the success of a company hinges not just on its business operations, but critically on its human capital – the unique knowledge and skills possessed by its workforce. This research argues that the nuances of human capital, such as education, skills, and health, are essential for the strategic development of an organization. By implementing effective human capital strategies, companies can foster an environment conducive to growth, innovation, and long-term sustainability. Our findings highlight that understanding and leveraging the unique attributes of human resources can lead to significant improvements in organizational activities and outcomes. This paper contributes to the ongoing discourse on human capital theory by demonstrating its practical application in organizational strategy and performance enhancement.
Gender Differences in Benign Vocal Fold Mass Treatment
Authors: Yeakel Heather , Balouch Bailey , Sataloff Robert T.
Published: January 2024

Abstract: Benign vocal fold masses are seen commonly in amateur and professional voice users. Data shows that patients presenting with similar benign vocal fold masses are treated with different modalities at different rates based on their gender identity and patient preference. Professional and amateur voice users are also found to have different rates of treatment. Singing teachers have unique longitudinal relationships with their students. Knowledge of the effects of benign focal fold masses on the voice and glottic function along with treatment modalities can help singing teachers provide extra surveillance to students who may be at risk of suboptimal treatment. This article focuses on benign vocal fold mass classification, causes, symptoms, medical diagnosis, and treatment relevant to singing teachers with respect to the patient’s gender. Professional voice use is discussed as a potentially confounding factor to seeking treatment of benign vocal fold masses in the context of gender differences.
Recent Research In Singing
Authors: Simonson Donald
Published: January 2024

Abstract: This Recent Research in Singing article chronicles four (4) academic documents authored during 2023. Dissertations by Andrew Lane Ellis, “Mapping First and Second Formants in Italian Opera: Classification of Vowel Phonemes Sung by 20th Century Italian Tenors on Middle C”; Song Lyu, “The Connection Between Text and Music in Hector Berlioz’s Les Nuits d’été from a Singer’s Perspective”; Malia Shorman, “Acoustic Measures of the Voices of University Choral Singers Before and After Choir Rehearsal and Vocal Rebound Time”; and Keying Xu, “Spanish Nationalism and Catalanism in Music: An Analysis of Songs by Granados, Vives, Mompou, and Toldrà.” Each includes a complete bibliographic citation and an Author/ProQuest abstract.
Bookshelf
Authors: Greschner Debra
Published: January 2024

Abstract: Debra Greschner reviews three recent publications. In French Lyric Diction: A Singer’s Guide (New York: Oxford University Press, 2023), diction instructor Jason Nedecky explains the rules and nuances of French lyric diction. Rearranged: An Opera Singer’s Facial Cancer and Life Transposed by Kathleen Watt (New York: Heliotope Books, 2023) is a compelling memoir of a classical singer’s battle with bone cancer. Vocal Technique: A Guide to Classical and Contemporary Styles for Conductors, Teachers, and Singers 2nd Edition by Julia Davids and Stephen LaTour (Grove, IL: Waveland Press, 2021) is substantively expanded upon the first edition that appeared in 2012. The volume now includes information on topics such as styles beyond the classical genre, electronic amplification, and additional vocal exercises.
A Report on the Keynote Address and Symposium on Research in Health Disparities in the USA
Authors: Kareff Samuel A. , Aguila H. Nelson , Chow Candace J. , Marsden Anna , Cano Reuben Ryan , López Ana María
Published: January 2024

Ensuring a diverse cancer research workforce remains challenging despite national recommendations and pathway programs dedicated to this mission. A panel composed of researchers, educators, and implementation scientists convened at the Binaytara Foundation’s 2023 Summit on Cancer Health Disparities to discuss funded pathway opportunities, share case examples, and outline best practices to achieve a diverse workforce and support research in cancer health equity. The panelists highlighted existing pathway opportunities through the National Cancer Institute’s Center to Reduce Health Disparities and illustrated specific funded examples, such as the University of Utah’s Huntsman Cancer Institute’s PathMaker program, the University of Utah’s postbaccalaureate program, and NIH diversity supplement mechanisms. Programmatic examples were illustrated with success stories from the panel. The panelists concluded with the following insights for successful pathway implementation: 1) Since a diverse research workforce benefits society, investing in training and funding mechanisms is critical to promote individual and societal success in making progress towards cancer health equity; 2) A holistic, inclusive, and pathway-focused approach can successfully support, retain, and promote students, trainees, and faculty underrepresented in medicine and science; and 3) An inclusive workforce is best prepared to meet the needs of the diverse communities we serve.
МЕТОДИ УПРАВЛІННЯ МІЖНАРОДНИМИ ПРОЄКТАМИ В КОМПАНІЯХ
Authors: ДУНСЬКА Алла Рашидівна , ХАРЧЕНКО Ірина Андріївна
Published: January 2024

Розширення міжнародної діяльності компаній потребує додаткової уваги до використання сучасних та ефективних методів міжнародного управління. Міжнародне бізнес-середовище постійно змінюється, стає більш конкурентним, що обумовлює необхідність генерувати та впроваджувати нові, нестандартні ідеї, реалізація яких відбувається через міжнародні проєкти. Управління міжнародними проєктами фокусується на конкретному завданні, має більшу гнучкість та швидкість реагування, враховує управління ризиками, забезпечує кращий контроль над бюджетом, ефективність та результативність. Для ефективного управління міжнародними проєктами доцільно використовувати спеціальні методи, які враховують як специфіку міжнародної діяльності, так і стадію життєвого циклу проєкту. З огляду на це, стаття присвячена дослідженню різноманітних методів, які використовують керівники та команди проєктів для успішного керування міжнародними ініціативами в корпоративному середовищі та зміцненні конкурентних позицій компанії на міжнародному ринку.У статті висвітлено особливості управління міжнародними проєктам та розглянуто актуальні методи управління міжнародними проєктами, а саме: SWOT-аналіз, аналіз припущень, метод Дельфі, мозковий штурм, оцінка «знизу вгору», планування методом набігання хвиль, PERT аналіз, аналіз дерева рішень, аналіз мережі, декомпозиція, метод «операції в вузлах», вирівнювання ресурсів, аналіз очікуваного грошового значення, аналіз чутливості, методи критичного шляху та критичного ланцюга, метод Монте-Карло, швидкий прохід, аналіз відхилень, аналіз характеру та наслідків відмов, метод освоєного обсягу, метод «вивченого уроку».Правильний підбір та використання методів управління міжнародними проєктами, розуміння переваг та недоліків кожного з них дозволить компанії успішно реалізувати міжнародний проєкт та отримати максимальний результат від його реалізації.