bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Weight gain prevention during the December holiday season in adults: Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial.
Authors: Guerrero Magaña Diego Emmanuel , Haby Michelle M. , Martínez Contreras Teresita de Jesús , Candia Plata Maria del Carmen , Mata Pineda Ana Lourdes , Esparza Romero Julián , Valencia Mauro E. , Villegas Valle Rosa Consuelo , Díaz Zavala Rolando Giovanni
Published: June 2024

The December holiday season is a critical period for weight gain in adults, accounting for 50% of annual weight gain. Actually, there are few preventive interventions during this period. This work evaluated the effect of two online interventions for the prevention of weight gain in Mexican adults during the December holiday season in the COVID-19 pandemic. A three-arm pilot randomized controlled trial was implemented. The primary outcome was change in body weight at 8 weeks (at the end of the holiday season). At the end of the study, 78.1% of the participants were retained. No differences between groups were found in body weight change (Watch your Weight During the Holidays (WWDH): -0.10 ± 1.81 (SD), 95%CI [-1.40, 1.19]; Relative Fasting 5:2 (RF5:2): 0.92 ± 1.18, 95%CI [0.12, 1.71] and control group: 0.15 ± 1.68, 95% CI [-0.98, 1.28]). The results show that the trial was feasible, that a behavioral intervention using self-weighing and nutrition counseling (WWDH group) had potentially beneficial results, while the RF5:2 intervention was not promising during this period. In addition, this pilot allowed the design of a definitive study.
Comparative Evaluation of Storage Temperatures on Physiological and Microbiological Parameters of Chemically Treated Button Mushroom (Agaricus bisporus) Stored under Modified Atmospheric Packaging (MAP)
Authors: Srivastava Pallavi , Kumar Nitish , Bano Ruqaiya , Prakash Pravin , Bunkar Durga Shankar , Singh Garima , Shashank Abhinay
Published: June 2024

Background: Button mushrooms have long been esteemed for their significant contribution to addressing various human ailments. Their delectable taste, rich flavor and enticing aroma render them a coveted centerpiece on every dining table. However, their inherent susceptibility to decay, owing to a rapid transpiration rate and thin epidermis, typically results in spoilage within a mere two days post-harvest. Methods: The current experiments was done at Banaras Hindu University to investigate the effect of different temperature, chemical and MAP treatments on physico-chemical and microbiological parameters. Chemically treated button mushrooms with CaCl2, citric acid and 0.1% sorbitol were packed in two MAP air compositions followed by storage at 8oC and 12oC for 16 days and observations were recorded at an interval of 4 days for 16 days. Result: Chemically treated button mushrooms with the gas composition of 12% CO2; 6% O2 exhibit better quality retention parameters at 8oC, resulting in a shelf life of around 16 days. Blanched samples exhibit more tissue exudation and browning, responsible for fast tissue degradation and quality loss. Blanched samples without modified atmosphere packaging underwent spoilage and decay after eight days at 8oC.
The Social Responsibility of the Cameroonian Researcher in Management Sciences
Authors: Essono Bella Eustache , Dadem Kemgou Edouard Guilaire , Ongono Amogo Tobie Nicaise , Belibi Gatte Gaelle Clarisse
Published: June 2024

This article aims to initiate a reflection on managerial CSR in the Cameroonian context. A concept still little known in Africa in general, CSR draws its sources from numerous works on CSR. A look at the state of research in Cameroon shows that the practice of responsible research is a real feat. An assessment of the apprehensions that teacher-researchers have about their SR is necessary to begin work on this theme. We are calling on different stakeholders to improve SG research in Cameroon. This improvement will undoubtedly pass better through a research model such as “Grounded theory”, considered as a reference epistemological model for better production of managerial knowledge on African soil.
The Opportunity for Profit to College Student-AthletesAnalysis Study
Authors: Aly Ezzeldin R. , Elmahdy Sherin Y.
Published: June 2024

According to Romero (2018), NCAA athletes should receive better compensation; he also said that demand for elite professional athletes is related to salary, just as in any professional industry. Collegiate studentathletes devote daily time and energy to completing their profession. The likelihood of a high school student-athlete taking part in a collegiate sport is extremely low. This number drops even more for student-athletes who receive full-ride scholarships. Although some college student-athletes are compensated through educational opportunities or academic scholarships, they still live at or below the national poverty level. The NCAA is a nonprofit organization that regulates collegiate sports. This recent study emphasizes the livelihood of collegiate student-athletes and the rules they must follow; more so, it investigated the possible opportunities that college student-athletes might have. These opportunities may come in the form of future compensation challenges and endorsement opportunities. Additionally, this study looked at the coach’s salaries compared to collegiate student-athletes’ opportunities to profit from their crafts.
Play-Based Learning: Benefits and Challenges of its Implementation
Authors: Haile Tekli Simon , Ghirmai Daniel Jambo
Published: June 2024

This study explores how Eritrean pre-school educators viewed and conceptualized play-based learning (PBL), the benefits, and challenges of its implementation. A semi-structured interview was conducted with nine teachers, six principals, and two pre-primary education curriculum developers. Interviews were thematically analyzed. The study found discrepancies between participants’ views and their implementation. Our findings indicate that most of the participants viewed PBL as incorporating both free-play and guided play. However, the result of this study revealed that free play cannot effectively be used as an instrument to teach lessons that have specific academic objectives such as numeracy and literacy skills. Besides, the researchers sought to investigate the actual practices of PBL and the study found that majority of educators were placed at the Child Adult Involvement Continuum extremes, free-play, and direct instruction. Furthermore, the result revealed that various challenges were teachers face as they try to implement PBL, but the most common barrier discussed by interviewees was the lack of awareness of parents and principals towards PBL. Finally, the study concluded that the reason teachers lie at the two extremes of the Child Adults Involvement Continuum could be due to their views towards PBL, and its benefits and the challenges they face in implementing it.
Aptitudes des Principaux Porte-Greffages de Mangifera indica à Supporter les Variétés Primeurs comme Kent, Papaye et Ateudj en Casamance
Authors: Diédhiou Omar Boun Atab , Ndiaye Ousmane , Ndour Ngor
Published: June 2024

The value of mango production in Senegal is estimated at nearly 4 billion CFA francs. However, like the other fruit and vegetable sectors, the performance of the mango sector still falls short of the agreements. In order to meet this challenge, this study focuses on the grafting of local varieties to improve their productivity. This work carried out in the application center of the agroforestry department concerns the grafting test of two early varieties of Mangifera indica (Papaya and Ateudj) with four rootstocks (Papaya, Sierre Léone, Diourou and Kouloubadaséky). This work contributed to the identification of the best rootstocks for the early varieties Papaya, Kent and Ateudj. It emerged from this experiment that the Kouloubadaséky variety gives a better success rate (93.33% ±11.55) with the Ateudj variety. The Diourou variety gives the highest success rate (90% ±10). The Papaya variety gave the best success rate (100%) with itself. The performance of the Kouloubadaséky, Diourou and Papaya varieties is revealed for the grafts of the Ateudj, Kent and Papaya varieties. Indeed, the grafts gave high survival rates: 80.88% for Ateudj and 79.10% for Kent, 76.19% for Papaye. In terms of growth, the Sierra Leone rootstock gives the best growth rates (Ateudj graft (67.26% ±4.77) and Kent graft (52.95% ±11.44)). On the other hand, the Papaya scion grows more if it is supported by the Diourou rootstock with a growth rate (71.71% ±8.25).
L'Utilité de la Balanced Scorecard (BSC) dans l'Évaluation des Stratégies de Financement à l'Ère de la Numérisation des Ètablissements Publics
Authors: Sabhi Rajae , Fraine Amine , Abdelbaki Noureddine , Taouab Omar
Published: June 2024

This article explores the central role of the Balanced Scorecard (BSC) in assessing funding strategies within public institutions in the age of digitization. We first dive into the key concepts of the BSC, highlighting its usefulness as a tool for analyzing and measuring financial and operational performance. BSC offers a comprehensive framework for translating an organization's vision and strategy into concrete indicators, thereby facilitating informed decision-making. At the same time, this article highlights the major theoretical challenges posed by digitization for public institutions. The transition to digitalization has profound repercussions on financial management, the adjustment of strategies, and the response to the growing expectations of citizens and stakeholders. In this context, adapting financing strategies becomes crucial. BSC, as a measurement and evaluation tool, is proving to be a valuable ally for public managers, enabling them to monitor performance, identify areas requiring improvement, and adjust financial resources accordingly. The research methodology of this paper is based on an in-depth documentary analysis of scientific literature, relevant government reports, and data from national and international organizations. In conclusion, this paper aims to enlighten public decision-makers and managers on the importance of BSC in improving funding strategies in the digitization era. It offers informed perspectives and concrete recommendations, based on a solid literature review, to contribute to effective financial management and the successful adaptation of public institutions in this ever-changing context.
Analogy of Glass and Straw: Understanding the Structure and Functions of Mombasa Port in East Africa's Transportation Networks’
Authors: Rucha Kingsford , Ogollah Kennedy O. , Amakobe David
Published: June 2024

Ports significantly influence the socio-economic development of any nation or region that depends on them. However, this is usually affected by many factors that render inefficiencies at the ports and along the corridors to the hinterland. This paper is an improved extract from a policy influencing assessment report on the socio-economic impact of operationalizing the standard gauge railway in the Port City of Mombasa to appreciate the ports’ role. The study presents a concise analysis and a sneak preview of what may be considered a rare analysis of this topical issue. The study relied on secondary reports and information on the efficient and effective transport corridors in Eastern Africa. The East Africa region transport corridors consist of two major international corridors, the Northern Corridor and the Central Corridor, which traverse the sub-region, forming a CBTI network, each linking seaports with land-locked countries. A growing enhancement inland connectivity provides land-locked countries with adequate access to ports. The study delves into the ownership structure and development of the Port of Mombasa to address the objective. The study found that the degree of ownership naturally depends on national ideology. Thus, the management by Kenya Ports Authority depicts a public ownership structure. Evidenced also was the role of the Port of Mombasa in cargo movement within the corridors to rail and road networks for inter-land transportation. Mombasa Port Community Charter (the “Charter”) seeks to optimize the full trade potential of the Port of Mombasa, in essence, helping a great deal in making the Port a competitive enabler of the northern transport corridor. Indeed, for a straw to draw well and judge its functionality, the content in the glass must be well prepared for drawing. One cannot blame a water pipe for not piping water efficiently, and the dam must also be functional.
Gestion des Déchets Ménagers et Risques sur l’Environnement dans la Ville d’Obala, Région du Centre au Cameroun
Authors: Djimarbeye Christian Mbairessem , Eloundou Messi Paul Basile , Biye Elvire Hortense
Published: June 2024

The present study highlights ways and risks of managing household wastes on the environment in the town of Obala in the Lekié Division of Cameroon. In this work, a cross-sectional descriptive survey subdivided into two, geographical and sociological, was carried out. The sampling method based on the random selection mobilized 30 households per quarter. A total of 120 households were randomly selected in four (04) of out the seven (07) districts of Obala, and interviews were conducted with urban council officials and 30 council agents in charge of refuse collection. The results showed that 53.3% of households surveyed are headed by women and 92% of the population stock their solid household waste in a garbage can. Moreover, 98% of households dispose of their waste by uncontrolled dumping and/or in unauthorized landfill sites, and a number of these unauthorized refuse dumps have been identified in the town. In Obala, 99% of household waste is disposed of at the dumping sites by open incineration leading to air pollution. Elsewhere, the characterization of these wastes showed a high rate of organic matter (53.1%) and of plastic (20%). Concerning awareness of some diseases caused by poor household waste management, 63% of respondents mentioned malaria, 25% diarrhea and 12% a number of other diseases. This study reveals that household waste management is inadequate and a real problem in terms of hygiene and public health, thus, a source of threat to the development of the town of Obala, despite household waste’s enormous potential for recycling.
Un cas de xeroderma pigmentosum observé au CNHU-HKM de Cotonou
Authors: Guérendo Peggy Mboli-Goumba , Diané Boh Fanta , Mekoun Nadège Agbessi , Koudoukpo Christiane , Akpadja Fabrice , Dégboé Bérénice
Published: June 2024

Introduction : Xeroderma pigmentosum (XP) is a genetic disorder, leading to increased sensitivity to ultraviolet radiation with consequences such as specific skin lesions on areas of photoexposure. Case report : It was about a 3 year old boy, with no particular family history, received for skin discolorations of the face, evolving since one year, with a beginning during neonatal period marked with the occurence of bullous skin lesions on photoexposed areas. No triggering factor was identified. The course of the disease was marked by the appearance of discolored macules. Accompagnying signs were photophobia and tearing. The skin lesions were evolving through oubreaks and remission periods in a context of psychomotor retardation. XP was discussed based on clinical arguments. No specific paraclinic assessement was performed. Sun protection and a skin emollient were prescribed. Monitoring was ophtalmologic and neurological. Conclusion : XP was discussed based on recurring bullous skin lesions on photoexposed areas, starting during the neonatal period. Paraclinic assessment would have allowed the confirmation of the diagnosis. With risks of complications, a multidisciplinary management is necessary.
Do Vertical Contracts Lead to Foreclosure or to Efficiency Gains? An Empirical Study of the Food and Beverage Industry
Authors: Bertarelli Silvia
Published: June 2024

This paper presents a research method to determine whether vertical contracts concluded between firms operating at different levels of the supply chain are efficient from the perspective of the most recent industrial organisation theory. In this view, some case studies are presented concerning antitrust investigations against some large companies operating in the food and beverage sector in Italy. Despite the controversy surrounding the effects of vertical agreements, as they may be pro- or anti-competitive, the paper shows that not only market concentration but also intra-sectoral asymmetries are crucial factors to be assessed in order to distinguish between foreclosing and efficiency-enhancing agreements.
Empirical likelihood ratio-based goodness-of-fit test for the Lindley distribution
Authors: Alizadeh Noughabi Hadi , Shafaei Noughabi Mohammad
Published: June 2024

The Lindley distribution may serve as a useful reliability model. In this article, we propose a goodness of fit test for the Lindley distribution based on the empirical likelihood (EL) ratio. The properties of the proposed test are stated and the critical values are obtained by Monte Carlo simulation. Power comparisons of the proposed test with some known competing tests are carried out via simulations. Finally, an illustrative example is presented and analyzed.
Categorization of Dehydrated Food through Hybrid Deep Transfer Learning Techniques
Authors: Nobel Sm Nuruzzaman , Md. Anwar Hussen Wadud  , Rahman Anichur , Dipanjali Kundu  , Airin Afroj Aishi  , Sadia Sazzad  , Muaz Rahman  , Md Asif Imran  , Omar Faruque Sifat  , Mohammad Sayduzzaman  , T M Amir Ul Haque Bhuiyan
Published: June 2024

The essentiality of categorizing dry foods plays a crucial role in maintaining quality control and ensuring food safety for human consumption. The effectiveness and precision of classification methods are vital for enhanced evaluation of food quality and streamlined logistics. To achieve this, we gathered a dataset of 11,500 samples from Mendeley and proceeded to employ various transfer learning models, including VGG16 and ResNet50. Additionally, we introduce a novel hybrid model, VGG16-ResNet, which combines the strengths of both architectures. Transfer learning involves utilizing knowledge acquired from one task or domain to enhance learning and performance in another. By fusing multiple Deep Learning techniques and transfer learning strategies, such as VGG16-ResNet50, we developed a robust model capable of accurately classifying a wide array of dry foods. The integration of Deep Learning (DL) and transfer learning techniques in the context of dry food classification signifies a drive towards automation and increased efficiency within the food industry. Notably, our approach achieved remarkable results, achieving a classification accuracy of 99.78% for various dry food images, even when dealing with limited training data for VGG16-ResNet50.
Liu-Type Estimator for the Poisson-Inverse Gaussian Regression Model: Simulation and Practical Applications
Authors: Alrweili Hleil
Published: June 2024

The Poisson-Inverse Gaussian regression model (PIGRM) is commonly used to analyze count datasets with over-dispersion. While the maximum likelihood estimator (MLE) is a standard choice for estimating PIGRM parameters, its performance may be suboptimal in the presence of correlated explanatory variables. To overcome this limitation, we introduce a novel Liu-type estimator for PIGRM. Our analysis includes an examination of the matrix mean square error (MMSE) and scalar mean square error (SMSE) properties of the proposed estimator, comparing them with those of the MLE, ridge, and Liu estimators. We also present several parameters of the Liu-type estimator for PIGRM. We evaluated the performance of the proposed estimator through a simulation study and application to real-life data, using SMSE as the primary evaluation criterion. Our results demonstrate that the proposed estimators outperform the MLE, ridge, and Liu estimators in both simulated and real-world scenarios.
Randomized density matrix renormalization group algorithm for low-rank tensor train decomposition
Authors: Jiang Huilin , Chen Zhongming , Yu Gaohang
Published: June 2024

Tensor train decomposition is a powerful tool for processing high-dimensional data. Density matrix renormalization group (DMRG) is an alternating scheme for low-rank tensor train decomposition of large tensors. However, it may suffer from the curse of dimensionality due to the large scale of subproblems. In this paper, we proposed a novel randomized proximal DMRG algorithm for low-rank tensor train decomposition by using TensorSketch to alleviate the curse of dimensionality. Numerical experiments on synthetic and real-world data also demonstrate the effectiveness and efficiency of the proposed algorithm.
Türk Popülasyonunda MMP2 ve MMP9 Değişimlerinin Spontan Abortus Etiyolojisindeki Rolü
Authors: Ataman Esra , Hortu İsmet , Parıltay Erhan , Kırbıyık Özgür , Sağol Sermet , Özkınay Feriştah Ferda , Cogulu Ozgur
Published: June 2024

Amaç: Embriyo implantasyonu ve plasental dolaşımın temel sorumlusu olan kapiller damarlardaki patolojilerin abortus etiyolojisindeki mekanizmalar üzerinde etkileri olduğu bilinmektedir. Matriks metalloproteinaz (MMP) ailesinden MMP2 ve MMP9’un ekstrasellüler matriks organizasyonunda ve trofoblast implantasyonunda önemli görevleri vardır. Bu çalışmada, fonksiyonel olduğu bilinen MMP2 -735 C>T, -1306 C>T ve MMP9 -1562 C>T polimorfizmlerinin spontan abortus (SA) materyallerindeki genotip farklılıklarını belirlemek ve bu polimorfizmlerin SA etiyolojisinde rolü olup olmadığına ışık tutabilmek amaçlanmıştır.
Gereç ve Yöntem: Polimorfizmlerin genotiplerinin analizinde restriksiyon fragman uzunluk polimorfizmi (RFLP) yöntemi kullanılmıştır. Çalışma grubu 80 spontan abortus örneğinden, kontrol grubu 100 sağlıklı gönüllü bireyin periferik kan örneğinden oluşmaktadır.
Bulgular: MMP2 -735 C>T ve MMP9 -1562 C>T polimorfizmleri için SA örnekleri ve kontrol grubu arasında anlamlı fark saptanmadı. MMP2 -1306 C>T polimorfizminin heterozigot genotip sıklığı SA örneklerinde kontrol grubuna kıyasla 2,2 kat daha fazla bulundu (p=0.043). MMP2 genindeki normal -735 C>T ve heterozigot -1306 C>T genotiplerinin birlikte görülme sıklığı SA örneklerinde kontrol grubuna göre 3,7 kat fazla idi (p=0.021).
Sonuç: MMP2 -1306 C>T fonksiyonel polimorfizmi ile SA oluşması arasında bir ilişki bulunmuştur. Daha yüksek sayılardaki SA çalışmalarındaki ileri genetik çalışmalar ve ekspresyon analizleri MMP2 ve MMP9 polimorfizmlerinin SA üzerindeki potansiyel rollerini net olarak belirlemede katkıda bulunacaktır.
Effects of cardiac rehabilitation on functional capacity, psychological symptoms and quality of life in patients with left ventricular assist device
Authors: Cinar Ece , Üzümcügil Hale , Çapacı Kazım , Engin Çağatay , Yağdı Tahir , Özbaran Mustafa , Zoghi Mehdi , Nalbantgil Sanem
Published: June 2024

Background: In this prospective randomized trial, we aimed to study the effects of cardiac rehabilitation on functional capacity, depression and quality of life, in patiens undergone left ventricular assist device (LVAD) implantation for the treatment of heart failure. We also aimed to compare the effectiveness of home and hospital based exercise programs.
Methods: 42 patients who had received LVAD implants in our university hospital were included in the study. After the subjects were randomized into hospital exercise group (n=20) and home exercise group (n=22). They were enrolled in a cardiac rehabilitation program for 8 weeks, which lasted for one hour, three times per week in hospital and at home respectively. All subjects were assessed at baseline and after the 8th week.
Results: In our study we detected a significant improvement in peak oxygen expenditure (peak VO2), six minute walk test values and in Minnesota living with heart failure quentionnaire, state- trait anxiety inventory, state anxiety subscore in the hospital exercise group (p
Evaluation of Some Biochemical and Complete Blood Count Parameters in Pregnant Women with COVID-19
Authors: Kağıtcı Mehmet , Bahçeci İlkay , Yazıcı Zihni Acar , Kazdal Hizir , Dereci Delibaş Deniz , Kuruca Nalan , Yılmaz Bülent
Published: June 2024

Aim: Prediction of severity of COVID 19 infection in pregnant population is very important to management. The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between COVID 19 infection severity and routine hematologic/biochemical laboratory tests.
Material and Method: In this retrospective study the hematologic parameters of pregnant women with COVID 19 were investigated. The patients were allocated into 5 subgroups as asymptomatic, mild, moderate, severe and critical. Presenting symptoms were identified. Laboratory test results detected at the first admission were compared between groups.
Results: A total of 343 patients were included in the study. The most common symptoms were cough (n=74, %21.6) and fatigue (n=46, %13.4). Statistically significant differences observed at following parameters. The mean Hb level was lower (p=0.001) and WBC, neutrophil, AST, ALT, GGT, LDH, direct bilirubin and total bilirubin levels were higher in critical group (p=, 0.005, 0.001, 0.000, 0.015, 0.000, 0.000, 0.000, 0.007 respectively). The mean lymphocyte and monocytes levels in the severe group were lower (p=0.000, 0.01, respectively). Furthermore, the mean eosinophil levels in the asymptomatic group was higher (p=0.002).
Conclusion
Low Hb, lymphocyte, monocyte, eosinophil levels and high WBC, neutrophil, ALT, AST, GGT, total bilirubin and LDH levels are associated with more severe disease. Monitoring of these tests may provide guidance for the prediction of the severity of the COVID 19 infection among pregnant women.
Key Words: Complete Blood Count, COVID 19, laboratory, pregnancy, symptom,

Conclusion
Low Hb, lymphocyte, monocyte, eosinophil levels and high WBC, neutrophil, ALT, AST, GGT, total bilirubin and LDH levels are associated with more severe disease. Monitoring of these tests may provide guidance for the prediction of the severity of the COVID 19 infection among pregnant women.
Salgın bizim işimiz: Karbapenem dirençli Enterobacteriaceae salgın yönetimi
Authors: Erdem Hüseyin Aytaç , Başkol Dilşah , Uzunbayır Akel Nilüfer , Deniz Küçükler Nilgün , Ulusoy Behiye , Bilgili Korkmaz Nilay , Akşit Barık Şükran , Metin Dilek Yeşim , Cilli Feriha , Sipahi Oğuz Reşat , Arda Bilgin
Published: June 2024

Amaç: Sağlık bakımı ile ilişkili enfeksiyonların önlenmesinde el yıkama, çevre temizliği, izolasyon kurallarına uyum gibi temel uygulamalar ile birlikte Enfeksiyon kontrol komitesinin yürüttüğü aktif sürveyans ve personel eğitimi büyük önem taşımaktadır. Bu çalışmada karbapenem dirençli Enterobacteriaceae (KDE) salgın yönetim tecrübesinin aktarılması ve yapılan uygulamaların değerlendirilmesi amaçlanmıştır.
Gereç ve Yöntem: Organ Nakli Servis’inde 22.05.20 ile 14.06.20 tarihleri arasında yatan tüm hastalar çalışmaya dahil edilerek, verilerin toplanması ve geriye dönük değerlendirilmesi sırasında Enfeksiyon Kontrol Komitesi sürveyans kayıtları ve toplantı tutanakları kullanılmıştır.
Bulgular: Organ Nakli Ünitesi’nde karbapenem dirençli Enterobacteriaceae enfeksiyonu/kolonizasyonu (5 enfeksiyon, 1 kolonizasyon) nedeniyle temas izolasyonunda izlenen hasta sayısının artması nedeniyle, enfeksiyon/kolonizasyonu olmayan hastalardan rektal sürüntü taraması yapılması planlanlanarak, 32 hastadan rektal sürüntü kültürü gönderildi. Tarama yapılan hastalardan sekizinde (8/32-%25) KDE kolonizasyonu saptandı. Enfeksiyon Kontrol Komitesi tarafından KDE yayılımının engellenmesi amacıyla yapılan uygulamalar, gözlemler ve eğitimler sonucunda izolasyondaki hasta sayısının (iki hasta) belirgin derecede azalmış olduğu gözlenmiştir.
Sonuç: Standart önlemler ve temas izolasyonuna uyumsuzluk KDE kolonizasyonu ve ardından enfeksiyonların daha sık görülmesine neden olabilir. KDE’lerin yayılımının önlenmesinde el hijyeni ve temas izolasyon gibi temel önleyici tedbirleri birlikte Enfeksiyon kontrol komitesinin kararlı uygulama ve eğitimleri büyük önem taşımaktadır.
Oikumenitas dan Solidaritas menurut Dokumen Teologi Gereja HKBP
Authors: Purba Daniel Rizki , Sianipar Efran Mangatas , Hasibuan Ricky Pramono , Harianja Mikael
Published: June 2024

This article discusses the crucial role of the church in addressing global challenges such as environmental crises and social injustices. Through an examination of the Theological Document of the Huria Kristen Batak Protestant Church (HKBP), this article highlights the concepts of ecumenism and solidarity as the foundation for the church's actions in safeguarding the environment and supporting social welfare. Considering the negative impacts of modernization on the environment and society, HKBP emphasizes the importance of active involvement in environmental restoration and protection efforts, as well as combating all forms of discrimination. The article also depicts the role of HKBP as a catalyst for change, promoting inter-church cooperation in bringing liberation to all of God's creation. With a focus on the practical implementation of its theological doctrines, this article provides an insight into how the church can effectively become an agent of social justice advancement and environmental preservation.

BAHASA INDONESIA ABSTRACT

Artikel ini membahas peran penting gereja dalam menjawab tantangan global seperti krisis lingkungan dan ketidakadilan sosial. Melalui telaah terhadap Dokumen Teologi Gereja Huria Kristen Batak Protestan (HKBP), artikel ini menyoroti konsep Oikumenisme dan solidaritas sebagai landasan tindakan gereja dalam menjaga lingkungan dan mendukung kesejahteraan sosial. Mempertimbangkan dampak negatif modernisasi terhadap lingkungan dan masyarakat, HKBP menekankan pentingnya keterlibatan aktif dalam upaya restorasi dan perlindungan lingkungan, serta memerangi segala bentuk diskriminasi. Artikel ini juga menggambarkan peran HKBP sebagai katalisator perubahan, mendorong kerja sama antar-gereja dalam membawa pembebasan bagi seluruh ciptaan Tuhan. Dengan fokus pada implementasi praktis dari doktrin-doktrin teologisnya, artikel ini memberikan gambaran tentang bagaimana gereja dapat secara efektif menjadi agen kemajuan keadilan sosial dan pelestarian lingkungan.
Peran Guru Kristen Sebagai Fasilitator dalam Menjelaskan Pembelajaran Bermakna bagi Siswa [The Role of Christian Teachers as Facilitators in Explaining Meaningful Learning for Students]
Authors: Munte Imelda Suwati Agnes , Chrismastianto Imanuel Adhitya Wulanata
Published: June 2024

Current Christian education has not been optimal in bringing students to the knowledge of God. Teachers only focus on delivering material so that knowledge stops in the cognitive domain and students do not understand the meaning and purpose of the lesson. The solution is teachers need to present meaningful learning for students. The purpose of this paper is to determine the role of Christian teachers as facilitators in developing meaningful learning for students. The method used is a literature review. Meaningful learning is a learning process that can bring students to the highest meaning of learning, namely God's truth. Epistemology is the  philosophical view that bridges the highest source of knowledge, the God's truth. The role of Christian teachers as facilitators in meaningful learning is to facilitate students to gain knowledge of God so that students' lives refer to Christian values. It can be concluded that the role of Christian teachers is important in developing meaningful learning for students so that students continue to grow in the God’s truth and glorify God in their lives. The suggestion for next researchers is to deepen about the application of the role of Christian teachers as facilitators in developing meaningful learning through direct observation and enriching reference sources.

BAHASA INDONESIA ABSTRACT

Pendidikan Kristen saat ini belum maksimal dalam membawa murid-murid kepada pengenalan akan Tuhan. Guru hanya berfokus pada penyampaian materi sehingga pengetahuan berhenti pada ranah kognitif dan siswa tidak mengerti makna dan tujuan dari pelajaran tersebut. Solusinya adalah guru perlu menyajikan pembelajaran yang bermakna bagi siswa. Tujuan dari tulisan ini adalah untuk mengetahui peran guru Kristen sebagai fasilitator dalam mengembangkan pembelajaran yang bermakna bagi siswa. Metode yang digunakan adalah studi literatur. Pembelajaran yang bermakna adalah proses pembelajaran yang dapat membawa siswa menemukan makna tertinggi dari pembelajaran, yaitu kebenaran Tuhan. Epistemologi merupakan pandangan filsafat yang menjembatani sumber pengetahuan tertinggi yaitu kebenaran Tuhan. Peran guru Kristen sebagai fasilitator dalam pembelajaran bermakna adalah memfasilitasi siswa untuk mendapatkan pengetahuan tentang Tuhan sehingga kehidupan siswa mengacu pada nilai-nilai Kristiani. Dapat disimpulkan bahwa peran guru Kristen penting dalam mengembangkan pembelajaran yang bermakna bagi siswa agar siswa terus bertumbuh dalam kebenaran Tuhan dan memuliakan Tuhan dalam kehidupannya. Saran untuk peneliti selanjutnya adalah memperdalam tentang penerapan peran guru Kristen sebagai fasilitator dalam mengembangkan pembelajaran yang bermakna melalui observasi langsung dan memperkaya sumber referensi. 
Urlop rodzicielski w świetle przepisów kodeksu pracy
Authors: Rafałko Małgorzata
Published: June 2024

Dyrektywa work-life balance zawiera instrumenty prawne mające umożliwić równiejsze dzielenie się obowiązkami opiekuńczymi oraz wyrównanie szans na rynku pracy. Kwestia ta jest szczególnie istotna w kontekście matek, które napotykają problemy w łączeniu obowiązków rodzinnych i zawodowych, czego konsekwencją jest wycofanie z życia zawodowego. W artykule autorka odnosi się między innymi do możliwości łączenia urlopu rodzicielskiego z pracą z uwzględnieniem rodziców dziecka, u którego zdiagnozowano ciężkie i nieodwracalne upośledzenie albo nieuleczalną chorobę zagrażającą jego życiu, powstałe w prenatalnym okresie jego rozwoju lubw czasie porodu.
Postrzeganie tożsamości narodowej przez polski Trybunał Konstytucyjny — analiza wyroku z dnia 7 października 2021 roku o sygn. K 3/21
Authors: Woźniak Daria
Published: June 2024

W dniu 7 października 2021 roku Trybunał Konstytucyjny (dalej: TK) wydał wyrok o sygnaturze K 3/21 dotyczący zgodności z Konstytucją RP wybranych przepisów Traktatu o Unii Europejskiej. Prezes Rady Ministrów wnioskował o zbadanie zgodności art. 1 akapit pierwszy w związku z art. 4 ust. 3 TUE, art. 19 ust. 1 akapit drugi w związku z art. 4 ust. 3 TUE, a także art. 19 ust. 1 akapit drugi w związku z art. 2 TUE. Artykuł ma na celu przedstawienie rozumienia zasady poszanowania tożsamości narodowej ujętej w art. 4 ust. 2 TUE przez doktrynę oraz zestawienie tego rozumienia z poglądem przedstawionym w uzasadnieniu do wyroku TK. Artykuł wskazuje błędy w rozumowaniu przyjętym przez TK.
Pokrzywdzony będący osobą najbliższą dla oskarżonego na tle regulacji art. 177 k.k.
Authors: Kowalski Rafał , Bury Paweł
Published: June 2024

Przedmiotem rozważań zawartych w niniejszym artykule jest pojęcie „osoby najbliższej”, o którym mowa w art. 115 § 11 k.k.1 W opracowaniu przedstawiono prezentowane w orzecznictwie i piśmiennictwie prawniczym sposoby rozumienia tego terminu oraz poddano je ocenie, wskazując na mankamenty i zalety poszczególnych ujęć. Powyższa analiza nie jest przy tym oderwana od praktycznych aspektów. Dokonuje się jej na tle czynu zabronionego z art. 177 § 1 k.k. Jeżeli bowiem pokrzywdzonym jest wyłącznie osoba najbliższa dla oskarżonego, ściganie tego przestępstwa następuje na jej wniosek. Od prawidłowego ustalenia, czy pokrzywdzonemu można przypisać przymiot osoby najbliższej, uzależniona jest tym samym możliwość pociągnięcia sprawcy do odpowiedzialności karnej za popełniony czyn. Ze ściganiem czynu z art. 177 § 1 k.k. na wniosek pokrzywdzonego będącego osobą najbliższą wiążą się również pewne implikacje w aspekcie procesowym związane między innymi z określeniem miarodajnego momentu dla wymogu uzyskania wniosku o ściganie czy wpływem postępowania karnego na postępowanie w sprawach o wykroczenia.
Employment conditions and non-coresidential partnership in very-low fertility countries: Italy and Japan
Authors: Mogi Ryohei , Mugiyama Ryota , Alderotti Giammarco
Published: June 2024

Objective: Our study analyses the relationship between employment conditions and non-coresidential partnership status among women and men in two very-low fertility countries: Italy and Japan.
Background: Having a partner is the initial stage of any subsequent family formation. Several studies have reported that precarious employment conditions have negative effects on both union formation and fertility; however, less is known about the previous step, namely, having a non-coresidential partner.
Method: We use two nationally representative surveys and examine the association between employment condition and partnership status among individuals aged 23–43 who have not yet had children and are not currently cohabiting or married at the survey, employing logistic regression models.
Results: Our results suggest that employment conditions do not have statistically significant associations with partnership status except women who have a precarious employment status (i.e. those who do not know their contract type) as well as unemployed/inactive women in Japan and self-employed men in Italy. We interpret our findings as suggesting that in Italy, employment conditions do not significantly matter for starting a relationship for both men and women, likely due to the prevalence of employment uncertainty among young Italians. As for Japanese women, those who are unemployed/inactive, as well as those who do not know their contract type, may face challenges in finding a partner with their desired earning capacity.
Conclusion: This is one of the few studies focusing on non-coresidential partnership as the initial step of further family formation.
Tornar-se professor/a antirracista: efeitos de um projeto de alfabetização e letramento na formação docente
Authors: Silva Luciana Rodrigues da , Oliveira Danilo Araujo de
Published: June 2024

O objetivo deste artigo é descrever e analisar os efeitos do projeto “Alfabetização e Letramento na Educação Especial” sobre as questões étnico-raciais na formação de alunos/as do curso de Licenciatura em Pedagogia da Universidade Federal do Maranhão (UFMA), campus Codó. Metodologicamente, o procedimento de coleta de dados ocorreu através de questionário, contendo 15 questões (abertas), com um monitor e uma monitora do projeto, que também estão em processo de formação nesse curso. O argumento desenvolvido aqui é o de que os efeitos do projeto localizados perpassam por três planos: (1) preenchimento de lacunas da educação básica sobre a história dos/as negros/as; (2) ativação de desejos para produção de currículos outros, a fim de afirmar as questões étnico-raciais; e (3) entendimento de princípios pedagógicos para inclusão dessas questões no currículo. A defesa desse argumento ao longo da escrita vai ao encontro da defesa de uma educação comprometida em hospedar, defender e afirmar as diferenças e na criação de possíveis nos currículos, para que seja fabulada a ampliação daquilo que compreendemos como humano, e, portanto, como vidas dignas de serem vividas.
Cartas para inspirar, desafiar e convocar à luta: afrocentricidade na plataforma virtual Geledés
Authors: Da Silva e Silva Ricardo , Da Silva Henrique Ferreira , Bonin Iara Tatiana
Published: June 2024

Pensar práticas pedagógicas em uma perspectiva afrocentrada é contestar séculos de experiências culturais que respaldam os saberes localizados ao norte global e que naturalizam a imagem do homem branco europeu como produtor e responsável pelo conhecimento socialmente validado. Desde uma perspectiva afrocêntrica, a contestação ao racismo, à discriminação e ao eurocentrismo é elemento fundante, assim como a valorização das culturas e dos saberes constituídos em experiências diaspóricas. Nesse sentido, o prefixo “afro”, em “afrocentricidade”, não remete apenas ao continente africano, em si, mas também ao fluxo de negros e negras ao redor do mundo, o que foi denominado de diáspora negra. Inserida no contexto das lutas antirracistas, no Brasil, a plataforma digital Geledés é o ponto de partida para a construção do presente estudo e é tomada como espaço afrocentrado onde se entretecem diferentes pontos de vista, por meio de imagens, textos, documentos, manifestações, criações, posicionamentos. Fundado em 30 de abril de 1988, o Geledés atua em diferentes dimensões, com o propósito central de empoderamento e reforço de narrativas negras. No recorte proposto neste artigo, foram selecionadas 10 cartas publicadas entre os anos de 2020 e 2023, e o objetivo principal é discutir de que modo se insere uma perspectiva afrocentrada em um universo amplo de produção de sentidos e de afetividades constituído nas cartas. A metodologia, de viés qualitativo, envolveu a análise discursiva das cartas selecionadas, considerando, de modo especial, a ancestralidade e o centramento na experiência da diáspora, a valorização da agência e das perspectivas negras, a contestação ao eurocentrismo e a denúncia e a luta contra o racismo.
Estratégias inclusivas em escolas particulares da região do ABC Paulista
Authors: Miranda Nonato Assis de , Romeiro Maria do Carmo , Garcia Priscila Castro
Published: June 2024

O reconhecimento de que a diferença faz parte da constituição do ser humano permite problematizar os modelos educacionais pautados na concepção de homogeneizar o processo de ensino e aprendizagem. Em consonância com a construção de uma sociedade mais equitativa e acolhedora, os professores tendem a assumir práticas pedagógicas inclusivas que atendam estudantes com ou sem deficiência. Nesse sentido, este estudo, de natureza exploratória, objetivou evidenciar as estratégias pedagógicas que promovem práticas inclusivas específicas como potencializadoras de aprendizagem, mesmo que em ritmos diferentes. Para isso, o estudo utilizou da abordagem qualitativa de coleta de dados, por meio de entrevistas semidiretivas com professoras da educação infantil e do ensino fundamental (anos iniciais) de escolas privadas do ABC Paulista. Os dados primários obtidos por meio das entrevistas foram gravados, transcritos e analisados na perspectiva da leitura crítica. Os depoimentos das professoras evidenciaram que as práticas pedagógicas mais presentes no cotidiano das escolas expressam muitas vezes propostas pedagógicas reducionistas que desconsideram as especificidades dos estudantes com necessidades educacionais especiais. A proposição de estratégias inclusivas em prol da inclusão desses estudantes em sala de aula ainda é um desafio para as professoras das escolas particulares. Em geral, esses desafios mostram-se mais presentes nas escolas que fazem uso de sistemas apostilados, os quais nem sempre favorecem adaptações curriculares, estratégia fundamental para favorecer um melhor aproveitamento no processo educacional dos estudantes com necessidades educacionais especiais.
Relações étnico-raciais: um olhar para o currículo das Ciências da Natureza do Espírito Santo
Authors: Freitas Tiêgo dos Santos , Vittorazzi Dayvisson Luís , Silveira Adriano Alves da
Published: June 2024

No presente trabalho, abordamos a temática “História e Cultura Afro-Brasileira e Africana” a partir da aprovação da Lei 10639/2003, que modificou a Lei de Diretrizes e Bases da Educação Nacional (LDB – Lei 9394/1996). Nesse contexto, objetivamos explorar os temas relacionados à educação para as relações étnico-raciais presentes nos documentos curriculares do Ensino Médio da área das Ciências da Natureza e suas Tecnologias, da Secretaria de Estado da Educação do Espírito Santo. Para o desenvolvimento deste estudo, realizamos uma pesquisa quali-quantitativa, com finalidades descritivas, tendo seus objetivos e métodos fundamentados nos princípios das pesquisas de cunho bibliográfico e documental. Os documentos digitais “Texto introdutório – Ensino Médio” e “Currículo do Espírito Santo: Ciências da Natureza e suas tecnologias” foram selecionados para composição do corpus da pesquisa, na qual utilizamos um aplicativo de análise textual. Dentre os resultados, destaca-se a necessidade de analisar as políticas do “conhecimento oficial” no contexto das teorias críticas e pós-críticas do currículo. Além disso, ressaltamos a importância de compreender a educação como um processo político e cultural, levando em consideração o contexto produtivo e as dinâmicas ideológicas nos processos educacionais. Assim, sublinhamos a importância de um ensino que perceba as ciências como construções humanas enraizadas em contextos históricos e multiculturais, influenciadas por diversas questões.
Apresentação do Dossiê “Currículos afrocentrados: narrativas, autobiografias e cartas para uma educação antirracista”
Authors: Rodrigues Allan , Baroni Patrícia , Honorato Rafael Ferreira de Souza
Published: June 2024

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Application of white wine lees for promoting lactic acid bacteria growth and malolactic fermentation in wine
Authors: Balmaseda Aitor , Miot-Sertier Cécile , Lytra Georgia , Poulain Benjamin , Reguant Cristina , Lucas Patrick , Nioi Claudia
Published: June 2024

In the context of ecological transition, the use of wine by-products for industrial applications is a major challenge. Wine lees, the second wine by-product in terms of quantity, are a source of nutrients that can be used for stimulating the growth of microorganisms. Here, white wine lees were used as a stimulating agent for the growth of wine lactic acid bacteria (LAB) and to promote wine malolactic fermentation (MLF) in red wine.
Moderating impacts of water addition in must by the use of Accentuated Cut Edges (ACE) vinification for Vitis vinifera cv. Shiraz winemaking
Authors: Xynas Billy , Barnes Christopher , Howell Kate
Published: June 2024

In a warming climate, high-quality wine production is challenging due to grapes having higher sugar concentration, with wines being produced with higher alcohol levels, which can negatively impact final wine quality. Australian regulations now permit water treatment of pre-fermentation musts, which can ameliorate these effects, but final wines often lack colour and flavour. Accentuated Cut Edges (ACE) can overcome these drawbacks. ACE mechanically breaks grape skins into small fragments and accelerates phenolic extraction during wine fermentation, yet we do not know to what extent by reference to different applied levels of ACE. Expanding on previous studies, we implement ACE at three grape skin fragmentation levels: 10-second ACE treatment (low), 20-second ACE treatment (moderate (mod)) and 40-second ACE treatment (high), into pre-fermentation 15.5 °Bé musts for Vitis vinifera cv. Shiraz, which is then diluted with water to 13.5 °Bé. For chemical compounds, reduced total phenolics (a.u.) in diluted to 13.5 °Bé (no ACE) treatment wine (53.00 a.u.) can be addressed by diluted to 13.5 °Bé high ACE treatment, restoring levels similar to 15.5 °Bé (non-diluted no ACE) treatment wine (54.33 a.u.). Total tannins (%) are restored to a similar level as 15.5 °Bé (non-diluted no ACE) treatment wine (1.19 %) by diluted to 13.5 °Bé high ACE treatment (1.20 %). Sensory analysis for naïve wine consumers shows that diluted to 13.5 °Bé moderate ACE treatment produces wine with the greatest preference for colour intensity and increased preference for odour intensity and dark fruit taste. Further, 13.5 °Bé high ACE treatment produces a wine with the greatest preference for hotness and vegetal smell and an increased preference for dark fruit taste. Both diluted to 13.5 °Bé high ACE and diluted to 13.5 °Bé mod ACE treatment wines demonstrate a statistically significant increase in purchase likelihood when compared to 15.5 °Bé (non-diluted no ACE) and diluted to 13.5 °Bé (no ACE) treatment wines. If and when water treatment of pre-fermentative musts winemaking approaches become more widely accepted globally, it is important that all winemakers are provided with additional mitigation strategies such as ACE, which can further address any consequential impacts on final wine quality outcomes.