bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
ASSESSMENT OF FLOOD LOSS IN ADMINISTRATIVE UNITS BASED ON IMPROVED VULNERABILITY CURVES
Authors:   Key Laboratory of Land Surface Pattern and Simulation, Institute of Geographic Sciences and Natural Resources Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China, Liu Lulu , Yan Rui ,   Key Laboratory of Land Surface Pattern and Simulation, Institute of Geographic Sciences and Natural Resources Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China, Wu Shaohong ,   Key Laboratory of Land Surface Pattern and Simulation, Institute of Geographic Sciences and Natural Resources Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China
Published: October 2024

Floods are among the most common natural disasters worldwide and cause significant losses under climate change. Advanced flood loss assessment helps to improve flood prevention and relief systems. The vulnerability curve is one of the main methods for flood loss risk assessment. However, existing vulnerability curves are mostly established on a large spatial scale, ignoring the intraregional difference in vulnerability. This study aims to quantify the spatial heterogeneity of vulnerability within the region and to clarify the impact and changes of vulnerability on flood loss. Choosing Hubei and Hunan Provinces in China as study areas, this study built vulnerability curves using the mixed-effects model. Then, vulnerability curves and flood intensities under different return periods were combined to assess flood losses. The impacts of vulnerability and flood intensity on flood losses were also analyzed. The results show that 1) the mixed-effects model can be employed to construct separate vulnerability curves for smaller-scale administrative units (cities) while assessing the overall vulnerability of the study area, and the results are more accurate, with R2 values above 0.75, 2) With the increasing return period, the differences in loss rates between cities increase, and 3) Vulnerability difference between cities is the dominant factor influencing flood losses of cities with low return periods. However, with the increasing return period, the difference in hazard intensity between cities exerts a greater impact on city flood losses. This study provides methods and suggestions for systematic flood risk reduction and climate resilience construction path proposal.
MODELS OF ADAPTATION OF THE POPULATION OF INTRACONTINENTAL MOUNTAINOUS REGIONS OF EURASIA TO CLIMATE-INDUCED ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGES
Authors:   Altai State University, Institute of Humanities, Department of Social and Youth Policy, Barnaul, Russia, Maximova Svetlana G. , Omelchenko Daria A. ,   Altai State University, Institute of Humanities, Department of Social and Youth Policy, Barnaul, Russia, Maximov Maxim B. ,   Altai State University, Institute of Humanities, Department of Social and Youth Policy, Barnaul, Russia
Published: October 2024

Climate change issues are integral part of living for population in intra-continental regions of Eurasia, including highland regions of Altai. Elaboration of effective mechanisms of adaptation of population, and models, reflecting interdependence and mutual influence of climate and human behavior, is based on glaciological measurements and sociological analysis of subjective evaluations and opinions about climate, conducted in 2022–2024 in three regions of the Altai Mountain country (Republic of Tyva, Republic of Altai, and Altai Krai, n = 1,345). Comparison of the parameters of nature management, socio-economic indicators, peculiarities of landscape organization, and climatic changes concerning glacier melting allowed to identify seven types of settlements. Further analysis tested hypotheses on interdependence between dominant types of landscapes, climate risks, demographic, socio-economic conditions, perception of climate and weather, and behavioral strategies in the sphere of adaptation towards climate-induced changes in nature and economic life. Based on the results of the study, models of adaptation of the population living in different types of landscape structures of the Altai mountainous country were built by means of structural equation modeling methods. The research mostly covered regions with outsider socio-economic positions, low standards of living, undeveloped social and cultural infrastructure, low availability of labor and social services, high rates of ageing and migration (especially in Altai Krai), alcoholization and crime (Republic of Tyva). The urgency of climate change is more often recognized in the Altai Republic. Residents note significant changes occurring in different seasons, with the amplitude being almost equally high in both cold and warm periods. The population of the internal Altai regions has differentiated ideas about climate, determined by the characteristics of the landscape and proximity to the zone of melting glaciers and permafrost. Some negative phenomena associated with precipitation, floods, changes in temperature regimes, including negative impacts on nature use and public health, are already clearly felt, but not yet perceived as catastrophic. The research articulates a need for developing effective climate adaptation programs taking into account not only landscape features of specific locations, but also public awareness and ethnic peculiarities of population, their social vulnerabilities, and decreasing adaptive resources.
Israiliyyat Dalam Qasas Al-Anbiya’ (Studi Kitab Al-Jami’ Li Ahkam Al-Qur’an Karya Al-Qurtubi)
Authors: Fauzi Yusuf
Published: October 2024

Al-Qur’an diturunkan oleh Allah SWT dengan berbahasa Arab dan tidak semua orang dengan mudah memahaminya. Dari sini dibutuhkan penafsiran. Al-Qur’an turun langsung ditafsirkan oleh Allah. Rasulullah SAW juga diberi tugas untuk menafsirkannya. Ketika Rasulullah SAW wafat, para sahabat mulai merujuk kepada ahli kitab (Yahudi dan Nasrani) yang telah muslim. Riwayat meraka dikenal dengan israiliyyat. Atensi mufassir sesudah tabi’in terhadap israiliyyat semakin besar. Lambat laun pengaruh israiliyyat ini sangat besar, hampir semua kitab tafsir memuatnya. Kisah-kisah israiliyyat yang banyak termuat dalam kitab-kitab tafsir memberikan pengaruh negatif terhadap akidah umat. Salah satu pengaruh negatif tersebut adalah peniadaan ¬ismah al-anbiya’. Oleh karena itu penulis meneliti riwayat-riwayat tersebut dalam al-jami’ li ahkam al-Qur’an karya al-Qurtubi. Kemudian penelitian kami arahkan kepada sanad dan penafsiran yang sesuai dengan syari’at Islam. Hal itu dengan tujuan agar kita mengetahui riwayat-riwayat israiliyyat dalam kisah para Nabi, keadaan sanad dan penafsiran yang sesuai dengan syari’at Islam. Metode penggalian data yang digunakan adalah metode kepustakaan. Pendekatan yang digunakan adalah pendekatan sejarah dan kritik sanad. Sedangkan metode analisanya adalah analisa riwayat israiliyyat baik yang menyangkut sanad dan matannya. Hasil penelitian ini adalah bahwa terdapat riwayat-riwayat dalam kisah para Nabi yang tampak bertentangan dengan syari’at Islam. Diantaranya kisah Nabi Adam AS, Yusuf AS, Daud AS, Sulaiman AS dan Muhammad SAW. Riwayat-riwayat tersebut jika dilihat dari sisi sanadnya merupakan riwayat israiliyyat yang tidak bisa diterima.
THE ROLE OF DIGITAL MARKETING IN THE BATIK INDUSTRY IN FACING INTERNATIONAL FASHION INDUSTRIALIZATION 5.0
Authors: Arsyad Abyan , Ajeng Sulviani , Septiani Cindi , Erawati Dedet
Published: October 2024

Digital marketing has become a hot topic in the last few decades. The purpose of this study is to find out how the function of digital marketing in the Batik sector is to maintain it in the face of global fashion trends. A qualitative descriptive method was used in this study to explore the role of emerging digital marketing tools in promoting traditional industries like Batik. Data was collected from observations, interviews, research-related documents, and literature reviews. The results showed that the use of social media and websites was particularly useful for identifying various digital marketing strategies used by both domestic and foreign companies. Digital marketing can be used to retain customers, encourage them to develop preferences, increase sales, and ultimately increase revenue. The use of digital platforms can be a tool that sellers can use to amplify their business message, and with digital marketing it can reach a wider range of customers so that business development can be faster. Future studies could explore the potential impact of newer or underutilized marketing tools (e.g., AI-powered marketing tools, augmented reality in fashion marketing) on traditional industries such as Batik, especially in niche markets. Future research could explore how digital marketing can effectively promote sustainable Batik practices, highlighting eco-friendly production methods and responsible consumerism, which may resonate with global fashion trend.
Tren dan Tantangan Keamanan Bertransaksi dengan Qris dalam Era Transformasi Sistem Pembayaran Digital
Authors: Kristanty Desy Natalia
Published: October 2024

In the current era of digital payment system transformation, the use of Quick Response Code Indonesian Standard (QRIS) has become one of the main trends in the ease of financial transactions. This research aims to explore the trends and challenges faced in transaction security using QRIS. This study uses qualitative research methods and analyzes literature, identifying various aspects of the use of QRIS, including its advantages in imitating digital payment systems. The results of the study show that by implementing advanced data encryption and transaction authentication, QRIS has significantly improved transaction security. In addition, this system encourages the growth of the digital ecosystem and financial inclusion by making it easier to integrate various payment platforms. Although QRIS helps prevent fraud with a verification mechanism and surveillance of suspicious actions, there are still problems. One of them is the need to educate users about security practices. In addition, QRIS has provided a strong foundation for the development of new technologies, encouraging innovation in digital payment systems. When various stakeholders in the payments ecosystem work together, the user experience becomes better. Although innovation has many advantages, the management of new technologies and compliance with safety standards are still a problem. Overall, QRIS offers a secure and integrated payment solution while allowing for innovation. To maximize the benefits of QRIS, all parties must continue to improve their understanding of security, support financial inclusion, and adapt to the latest innovations.
Penatalaksanaan Fisioterapi Pada Kasus Cerebral Palsy Spastik Diplegi Dengan Pendekatan Metode Neuro Developmental Treatment di YPCP Surabaya
Authors: Bangkit Al-Wahid M. Zaky
Published: October 2024

Cerebral palsy Spastik Diplegi adalah suatu gangguan tumbuh kembang motorik anak di sebabkan karena adanya kerusakan otak yang terjadi pada periode prenatal, natal dan postnatal, yang ditandai dengan kelemahan pada anggota gerak bawah lebih berat dari pada anggota atas. Penyebab cerebral palsy spastik diplegi dikarenakan adanya kerusakan area 6 yang merupakan jalur ekstra piramidalis yang berfungsi untuk menghaluskan gerakan, yang mempengaruhi kontrol postur, kontorl gerak, kontrol koordinasi dan keseimbangan, sehingga berdampak pada kesulitan pola berjalan dan kelainan bentuk postur tubuh yang mengakitbatkan pola jalan tidak normal dan berbeda. Fisioterapi memiliki peran yang sangat penting untuk mengatasi keluhan pada pasien CP spastik diplegi yang secara signifikan menyebakan penurunan kualitas hidup serta penurunan kemampuan untuk melakukan aktivitas kehidupan sehari-hari.  Mengetahui petalaksanaan fisioterapi pada kasus Cerebral palsy Spastik Diplegi dengan pendekatan metode Neuro Developmental Treatment di YPCP Surabya. Studi kasus yang dilakukan saat ini dilaksanakan di Yayasan Peduli Cerebral palsy Surabaya terhadap pasien an. RA berusia 13 tahun dengan diagnosa Cerebral palsy Spastic Diplegi dengan intervensi metode Neuro Developmental Treatment. Setelah di lakukan 4 kali terapi belum ada perubahan yang signifikan pada kekuatan otot, spastisitas dan gross motor, tetapi ada peningkatan yang signifikan pada durasi keseimbangan berdiri mandiri. Metode NDT dengan teknik inhibisi, teknik fasilitasi, pengenalan pola gerakan tidak perubahan yang signifikan, tetapi pada latihan keseimbangan terdapan perubahan peningkatan yang signifikan
ANALYSIS OF A NON-LINEAR RECURRENCE FORMULATED USING MATRIX PERMANENTS
Authors: KÜÇÜK AHMET ZAHİD , ÖZEN MEHMET
Published: October 2024

In this study, we focus on reanalyzing and reducing a recursive formula that generates the permanents of a family of matrices called k-tridiagonal Toeplitz. This recursive formula is dependent on two free variables and is in non-linear form. We first propose an alternative proof to the one given in “Recursive and combinational formulas for permanents of general k-tridiagonal Toeplitz matrices”. This alternative proof is derived from a detailed examination of the designs of the submatrix blocks resulting from the expansion of permanents. Subsequently, we reduce this recursive formula to a linear form. This linear recursive formula simplifies the computation process by effectively reducing k-tridiagonal Toeplitz matrix permanents to those with a bandwidth of 1.
El modelo de aprendizaje TPACK y su impacto en la innovación educativa superior
Authors:   Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala, Vargas García de Morales Silvia Elizabeth
Published: October 2024

OBJETIVO: Revisar sistemáticamente la literatura existente sobre el modelo TPACK para identificar tendencias, retos y oportunidades en su aplicación. MÉTODO: Revisión sistemática y meta-análisis de la literatura existente entre el año 2019 al 2024, utilizando la herramienta para revisiones sistemáticas PRISMA. Se analizan 20 estudios, previo a criterios fueron seleccionados 5 artículos. Estos estudios fueron tomados en bases de datos como Dialnet, Entre ciencias diálogo en la sociedad del conocimiento, Scielo, Uisrael. RESULTADOS: Aunque los docentes muestran altos conocimientos en contenido y pedagogía, con medias de 4.57 y 4.47, su conocimiento tecnológico es menor, con una media de 3.97. Todas las dimensiones superan la media, indicando una competencia conceptual alta en la integración de tecnología en la enseñanza. Es crucial mejorar las competencias tecnológicas para optimizar el TPACK en la universidad (López y González, 2023, p. 127). CONCLUSIÓN: El modelo TPACK fortalece las habilidades tecnológicas, los métodos pedagógicos y los conocimientos específicos del área que se enseña. Su importancia radica en la capacidad de resolver problemas a través de la motivación y la dinamización del proceso de aprendizaje.
De magisterio a profesorado: un nuevo horizonte en la Educación Primaria Intercultural
Authors: Mendoza Vásquez Hugo
Published: October 2024

OBJETIVO: Establecer las implicaciones del proceso de transición de la carrera de Magisterio al profesorado de educación primaria intercultural. MÉTODO: La metodología que se utilizó en este estudio incluye paradigma constructivista, enfoque cualitativo, alcance descriptivo y el diseño fenomenológico; para la recolección de datos se tomó una muestra de 9 Maestros de Educación Primaria, 10 profesores del nivel medio y  5 profesores del Programa de Formación Inicial Docente con quienes se realizaron grupos focales. RESULTADOS: Se evidenció que el cambio de carrera era necesario para adaptar los programas a la diversidad lingüística, promover la inclusión y la diversidad, además de lograr la formación de los formadores con competencias para la vida. La transición de estas fue de alto nivel a través de mesas técnicas, donde se planificó una formación impartida a los estudiantes fue diferente en relación formación clásica del magisterio. CONCLUSIÓN: La carrera del magisterio requería realizar la transformación debido a las exigencias de la sociedad actual, tanto nacional como internacional y el rol estratégico que asume al docente en un quehacer apegado a la ciencia y las transformaciones en las generaciones.
Design Study of Al-Amin Living Lab Main Plaza and Industrial Park Sampe Cita Village, Glugur Rimbun Area
Authors: Syam Fariz Harindra , Wisdianti Dara , Andriana Melly , Ardianti Syahna Dwi
Published: October 2024

The main objective of designing Plaza Utama Al-Amin Living Lab and Industrial Park in Sampe Cita Village, Kutalimbaru Sub-district, is to efficiently utilize open space according to the needs of the desired activities. By designing outdoor furniture that supports these activities, Plaza Utama is expected to function as a communal space for social and cultural activities while maintaining environmental sustainability and beauty. Research was conducted at this location for one year using a qualitative descriptive method, collecting data directly from the field. The design results explained that the Main Plaza of Al-Amin Living Lab and Industrial Park applies the principles of sustainable architecture using environmentally friendly materials and designs that blend with nature. Climate-responsive technologies, such as rainwater capture systems and the adaptation of building forms to the environment, are also integrated. Plants were selected based on their suitability for Indonesia's tropical climate. This design concept refers to the area master plan, ensuring alignment with the grand vision of Al-Amin Living Lab and Industrial Park Master Plan.
Innovative Marketing Strategies in the Competitive Economic Environment in Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): A Case Study of Top Glove Manufacturers in Malaysia
Authors: Lim Song Tzer , Haque Rasheedul , Safiyuddin Fatin Syazwani , Hakimi Natalia Binti , Noordin Noorliza Binti Md , Manickam Latha
Published: October 2024

Objective: The aim is to identify the key marketing strategies implemented by the manufacturers to achieve growth and sustainable development goals (SDGs) market leadership by glove-producing companies in Malaysia in the highly competitive global marketplace.
 
Theoretical Framework: This paper contributes to the existing literature on the marketing strategies practiced in the manufacturing industries, mainly focusing on the glove manufacturing industry in Malaysia, which ranks as the global supplier of hand gloves in the industrial and medical categories. Taken in total, this work provides a refined appreciation of marketing and innovation’s relationship within a particular sector, and it does so by examining how those Malaysian glove makers who contest global markets leverage creativity in their marketing strategies in response to supply chain interruptions, approving bodies, and shifts in international buying trends.
 
Methodology: Following a case study approach, this study focuses on large glove manufacturers in Malaysia; Top Glove is a crucial player. Hence, secondary sources will be adopted during the data collection stage. Perceptual data is also gathered from workers of key executives, marketing managers, and other industry professionals, which gives a picture of these business entities' marketing campaigns and strategic decision-making procedures. Industry journals, company reports, and market study papers validate secondary data.
 
Results and Discussion: This study reveals that policymakers, manufacturing businesses, and marketing scholars can learn about the necessity of niche-based policies and friendly legal environments to boost innovation and competitiveness within manufacturing industries. It provides recommendations on creating a favorable climate for employing innovative marketing strategies and the possible enlargement of home-based businesses internationally.
 
Originality/Value: Based on the findings and insights gathered from the research on innovative marketing strategies in the competitive global economic environment, particularly focusing on the case study of top glove manufacturers in Malaysia, several recommendations can be proposed to guide businesses in enhancing their marketing approaches and organizational performance
The Prevalent Skills and Competencies of Emotional Intelligence for Effective Educational Leadership: A Systematic Review of Literature
Authors:   Bulacan State University- Graduate School, Malolos Bulacan, Macaday-Quioco Dianne
Published: October 2024

This systematic review of literature examines the prevalent skills and competencies of emotional intelligence for effective educational leadership. It explores the significance of emotional intelligence in building connections, managing conflicts, and creating a supportive school atmosphere. The review analyzes 16 research articles published between 2016 and 2024, focusing on the five components of emotional intelligence: self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills (Goleman, 1995). The study identifies self-awareness, social skills, and empathy as the most prevalent emotional intelligence components among education administrators. It concludes that emotional intelligence is critical for effective educational leadership, enabling leaders to navigate complex relationships, manage conflicts effectively, and create a positive and supportive school environment.
Estimativa da lucratividade no processo de produção de leite por meio da regressão de dados em painel
Authors:   , Sediyama Jaqueline Akemi Suzuki
Published: October 2024

Um importante desafio do produtor de leite no Brasil é a pequena margem de lucro, já que os produtores não conseguem definir o preço de venda do leite e estão sujeitos a custos de produção cada vez maiores. Desta forma, esta tese teve como objeto de interesse a lucratividade, por meio do retorno sobre ativos. O objetivo foi determinar um modelo de regressão com dados em painel mais adequado para estimar a lucratividade, avaliada em diferentes anos, para diferentes fazendas produtoras de leite do estado de Minas Gerais. Foram estimados modelos de regressão com dados em painel sem estratificação e estratificados por tamanho da fazenda e por mesorregião. O modelo de regressão com dados em painel que melhor se ajustou aos dados, com e sem estratificação, foi o modelo de efeitos fixos. Foi possível observar que, as duas estratificações não aumentaram, consideravelmente, o grau de explicação do modelo ajustado. Além disso, não houve homogeneidade das variâncias residuais. Estes resultados ratificam a heterogeneidade dos produtores de leite e que o modelo sem estratificação pode ser adequado às fazendas produtoras de leite, independentemente do tamanho e da mesorregião. De acordo com o ajuste do modelo de regressão com dados em painel de efeitos fixos, para que um produtor melhore a sua lucratividade, às vezes, será necessária uma mudança estrutural, uma vez que apenas a melhoria de algumas variáveis não será suficiente para que a sua fazenda se torne lucrativa. Palavras-chave: Dados longitudinais; Pecuária de leite; Retorno sobre ativos.
Governança e as interações entre diferentes atores sociais em áreas de preservação ambiental: o caso da APA Serra da Neblina em Cataguases, MG
Authors:   , Silva Flávia Ventura
Published: October 2024

Esta dissertação investiga a governança em Áreas de Proteção Ambiental (APAs), com foco na consolidação da APA Serra da Neblina em Cataguases, Minas Gerais. Destaca-se a importância da governança participativa como elemento fundamental para uma gestão eficaz dessas áreas, enfatizando o envolvimento da comunidade, de políticas públicas sensíveis às demandas locais e da distribuição equitativa de recursos. Além disso, aborda-se a relevância do licenciamento ambiental no contexto das APAs, ressaltando a necessidade de critérios rigorosos, transparência nos processos de licenciamento e fiscalização efetiva para garantir a proteção do meio ambiente e promover o desenvolvimento sustentável. Os desafios históricos enfrentados no licenciamento ambiental, especialmente relacionados à atividade mineradora, são discutidos, ressaltando a necessidade de conciliar desenvolvimento econômico e preservação ambiental. O objetivo deste estudo é analisar as interações entre diferentes atores sociais que influenciam a governança em áreas de preservação ambiental, com foco na APA Serra da Neblina. A pesquisa adota uma abordagem metodológica que permite analisar a estrutura da governança em APAs, os desafios e as oportunidades na consolidação da APA Neblina, bem como aspectos da mineração em áreas sensíveis. A criação da APA Serra da Neblina em 2015 é analisada como resposta aos impactos ambientais causados pela mineração na região, evidenciando a mobilização da comunidade local. No contexto da governança em APAs, destaca-se a importância da participação ativa da sociedade, transparência nas decisões e representatividade adequada para uma gestão participativa bem-sucedida. Os resultados enfatizam a necessidade de medidas urgentes para fortalecer a governança em APAs, incluindo a implementação de políticas públicas, o estabelecimento de parcerias eficazes entre governo, comunidade e instituições, um arranjo institucional capaz de garantir a manutenção da mobilização social e o aprimoramento dos sistemas de licenciamento e monitoramento ambiental. Palavras-chave: governança; mobilização social; área de proteção ambiental.
Alocação do tempo de trabalho entre cônjuges diante de choques econômicos: um olhar sobre famílias brasileiras
Authors:   , Rosa Cibele Guedes Santiago
Published: October 2024

O presente estudo investigou os efeitos de choques exógenos de renda na divisão do trabalho doméstico, remunerado e total entre cônjuges em regiões metropolitanas brasileiras de 2016 a 2019, com base nos dados da PNAD Contínua. Os resultados revelaram que as mulheres se dedicam mais ao trabalho doméstico, enquanto os homens tendem a trabalhar mais fora de casa. Choques positivos de renda reduziram as disparidades de tempo dedicado ao trabalho doméstico e remunerado, o que sugere uma redistribuição de responsabilidades. Além disso, a partir da interação entre choques de renda e escolaridade feminina, foi observado que, à medida que a escolaridade da mulher aumenta, ambos os choques resultam em uma redução na disparidade de tempo de trabalho entre os gêneros. Tal resultado evidenciou o papel do empoderamento feminino na redistribuição de tarefas, de modo a reforçar a importância de políticas que promovam a educação e o emprego das mulheres para uma sociedade mais justa. Palavras-chave: Choques exógenos de renda, Desigualdade de gênero, Mercado de trabalho, Empoderamento feminino.
Exemption of disposals of all or greater part of the company’s assets or undertaking from shareholder approval within the corporate group context
Authors: Neluheni Khathutshelo
Published: October 2024

Section 112(1) of the Companies Act 71 of 2008 exempts a whollyowned subsidiary of a company from obtaining shareholder approval from its holding company to authorise the disposal of all or the greater part of the subsidiary’s assets or undertakings. This exemption exposes the shareholder to abuses including the subsequent onward disposal of its newly acquired assets to a third party, which diminishes the value of the group as a whole, as well as the dilution of the holding company’s shareholding. In light of these threats, the shareholder vote exemption provisions of the Companies Act may need to be re-examined for purposes of guarding against the aforementioned abuses.
A Complete Pathological Response to Neoadjuvant Chemoradiotherapy in A Young Female with Local-Progressed Low Rectal Cancer Following ‘Wait-And-Watch’ Surveillance: A Case Report
Authors: M.D XIE Miao , M.D LI Fei
Published: October 2024

Low rectal cancer is a common malignant tumor around the world, and the incidence rate is increasing over years. The abdominoperineal resection, known as the Miles procedure, combined with postoperative chemotherapy and radiotherapy are recommended for the low rectal cancer, that sacrifices the sphincter and can severely affect patient’s quality of life post-surgery. There is a young-onset tendency, and the young patients are more concerned about sphincter-preserving and life-quality post-surgery. With the advances in neoadjuvant therapy, the patient’s options without sacrificing sphincter are expanded. We hereby report a 31-year-old female patient with ultra-low rectal adenocarcinoma, 1.4 cm to the anus edge, was treated through Neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy (nCRT), which combined CAPEOX chemotherapy and radiotherapy. The initial staging of the tumor was cT3N1M0, and the MRI indicated a threatened circumferential resection margin (CRM). After three cycles of treatment the tumor lesion was completely gone on MRI and colonoscopy, and a complete pathological response (cPR) was yielded then a ‘Wait-and-Watch’ surveillance was being pursued. We aim to advance further studies on the particular molecular and genetic mechanism for neoadjuvant therapy complete remission in young adult patients with low rectal cancer, so as to increase anal preservation rate in the population.
Build Your Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery Pipeline for Salesforce Platform
Authors: Kokku Rishitha
Published: October 2024

Salesforce is a CRM platform offering its customers point and click options to build their applications. This work for small scale industries and organizations whose operations are limited. Salesforce is very different to other technology stacks and hence will be its DevOps implementation. Companies when trying to expand their business cannot achieve their requirements with configurations and often need customizations and code development. Deployment of this code is achieved by implementing a CICD process which is different from DevOps practices of other technologies. Salesforce offers a built-in deployment option called Changesets to migrate the changes between environments. This guide talks about what is Changesets and what are the other ways to implement Salesforce DevOps
Los desastres naturales y su interpretación en las publicaciones de los franciscanos españoles, 1600-1808
Authors: Manso Fraga Tomás
Published: October 2024

Los desastres naturales eran sucesos extraordinarios cuyos dramáticos efectos generaron un sentimiento de indefensión entre sus víctimas y el público en general. La población buscaba explicaciones a la catástrofe que le permitiesen racionalizar lo sucedido y recuperar la normalidad. Durante la Edad Moderna, la interpretación religiosa providencialista fue la predominante, ya que ofrecía certidumbre y garantías de no repetición, en contraste con las imprecisas teorías científicas basadas en causas naturales. Los franciscanos, al igual que otros religiosos, fueron conscientes del potencial retórico y emocional de las catástrofes y supieron aprovecharlo en sus prédicas y publicaciones. En este artículo se analizan los textos sobre desastres naturales publicados por los franciscanos españoles entre 1600 y 1808. Se estudia el tratamiento de estas catástrofes como instrumento ejemplarizante para la persuasión religiosa, identificando cuáles sirvieron mejor a este objetivo. Se señalan las características de los impresos y su mercado editorial, tratando de definir el público al que estaban dirigidos. También se compara el discurso de las publicaciones franciscanas sobre desastres con el de otras coetáneas y su posicionamiento ante la creciente racionalización científica de las catástrofes naturales que se produjo en las postrimerías de la Edad Moderna.
The development of cognitive independence of schoolchildren: the expert assessment method
Authors: Kairgozhin Dulat
Published: October 2024

The article presents an important aspect of developing Kazakhstani schoolchildren’s cognitive independence – the search for effective methods of studying this process. The study aims to develop, apply and substantiate the diagnostic significance of expert evaluation of experimental work effectiveness aimed at increasing the level of development of cognitive independence of high school students. The formative stage of the experiment included the use of business games and project technology. The study participants were 210 students of grades 10-11 of two secondary schools in Atyrau (Kazakhstan) and expert-teachers. The expert assessment of control and experimental groups’ posttest results revealed differences in 12 criteria. The successful approbation of the expert assessment method allowed to additionally state and confirm the effectiveness of the author’s long-term experimental work on the implementation of the author’s model of the system for the development of high school students’ cognitive independence in physical education lessons. Based on the study results, the author concludes that using the expert assessment method significantly increases the possibility of achieving a substantial increase in quantitative and qualitative indicators of the development of cognitive independence of schoolchildren.
A practice-oriented approach to the training of guides in the system of higher tourism education
Authors: Gubarenko Anastassiya , Imangulova Tatyana , Abdikarimova Madina Nurbulatovna
Published: October 2024

In this article, the authors present the results of research in the field of organizing the educational process for the training of guides within the framework of modern tourist education. The necessity of introducing the professional competencies of a tour guide into the training of specialists for the tourism industry is determined and justified, as well as practical experience in developing educational programs taking into account the formation of tourist and excursion competencies is presented. The authors present a system of practice-oriented approach in the formation of professional competencies of a tour guide in the context of higher tourism education, on the basis of which a methodology for organizing practice-oriented disciplines has been prepared. The research presented in the article also shows the need to organize classes in accordance with the principles of a practice-oriented approach, forming the professional competencies of the future guide in the process of mastering the complex of tourist and excursion competencies during his training in the field of tourism. A practice-oriented approach to the organization of training has as its main goal the transformation of knowledge into specific skills in each discipline, which ensures the high quality of future specialists.
Conditions for the implementation of the principle of personalization in the educational process of students (using the example of pedagogical specialties)
Authors: Rusanov Vasily , Kakieva Lyailya , Asmolova Lyubov , Uanbaev Erkin , Balykov Beket
Published: October 2024

The study considers the introduction of the principle of personalization of education in multidisciplinary higher education institutions in the field of physical education and sports as a current social phenomenon. The importance of this problem is emphasized from the point of view of various scientific fields, the characteristics and capabilities of the individual in the manifestation of individuality and the realization of their desires in professional activity are revealed. The purpose of the article is to generalize the concept of "personalization of education" and propose the idea of integrating this principle into the educational practice of future teachers. The authors substantiate the pedagogical relevance of the application of the personalization principle in the process of physical education of students. Based on the study of literary sources, analysis of the experience of domestic and foreign universities, as well as the data of the conducted study, the prerequisites for the introduction of the personalization principle in the framework of professional education are determined and substantiated. These prerequisites contribute to the individual development of students and their professional growth. The authors of the article have developed an experimental program based on the implementation of the principle of personalization of the process of physical education of students. Its experimental testing gave positive results. The results of the experimental testing of the program showed a significant increase in the level of physical fitness and motor activity of students in the experimental group.
Interventions to Improve the Occupational Performance of Youth With Persistent Postconcussion Symptoms: A Systematic Review
Authors: Heinekamp Alison , Molnar Natalie , Lennon Anne , Bailes Amy , Hugentobler Jason , Previtera Melissa
Published: October 2024

Importance: Persistent postconcussion symptoms (PPCS) may negatively affect youth’s occupational performance in activities of daily living, education, play and leisure, social participation, and rest and sleep.

Objective: This review provides occupational therapists with evidence related to interventions for youth with PPCS.

Data Sources: Searches were performed in Embase, PubMed, SportDiscus, CINAHL, and Web of Science.

Study Selection and Data Collection: Inclusion criteria were as follows: studies published in English from January 1, 2013, to February 7, 2023; youth ages 3 to 18 yr old; PPCS for at least 2 wk after injury; interventions within the scope of occupational therapy; and outcomes related to areas of occupation. All levels of evidence (1–5) were included and graded for quality using the Oxford Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine (2009) levels of evidence. This review followed Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines.

Findings: Twenty articles met inclusion criteria (7 randomized controlled trials, 1 nonrandomized controlled group design, 3 single-group designs, 5 case series, and 4 single-subject designs). Interventions reviewed were active rehabilitation, vision-related interventions, psychoeducation, cognitive–behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques, the Cognitive Orientation to daily Occupational Performance (CO-OP), and music therapy. Strong evidence supports CBT, with significant clinical outcomes in sleep and education. Moderate strength of evidence supports psychoeducation and active rehabilitation for improving functional outcomes. More evidence is needed to make clinical recommendations regarding vision-related interventions, the CO-OP, and music therapy.

Conclusions and Relevance: Occupational therapists should consider CBT, psychoeducation, and active rehabilitation to improve occupational performance among youth with PPCS.

Plain-Language Summary: Some youth will have persistent symptoms that do not resolve within 2 weeks after a concussion. Because of these persistent symptoms, they may have difficulty completing everyday activities. This review evaluated evidence addressing the ability of youth with persistent postconcussion symptoms (PPCS) to complete everyday activities. The authors found that cognitive–behavioral therapy, psychoeducation (aimed at helping youth understand and cope with their concussion symptoms), and active rehabilitation (aerobic and coordination exercises, such as jumping jacks and ball skills) should be considered when working with youth (ages 3–18 years) with PPCS. Using these interventions in occupational therapy sessions may improve the ability of youth to complete their everyday activities after a concussion.
Participation and Well-Being of Chinese Mothers Who Have Children With Disabilities
Authors: Sim So Sin , Bourke-Taylor Helen , Yu Mong-Lin , Fossey Ellie , Tirlea Loredana
Published: October 2024

Importance: High stress and compromised mental health are well-documented among mothers of children with disabilities, but less is known about the factors that influence their participation and well-being, especially among Chinese mothers. Identifying these factors could lead to strategies to mitigate potential risks to maternal well-being.

Objective: To explore the relationships among participation in health-promoting activities, perceived stigma, perceived support, and well-being of ethnic Chinese mothers who have children with disabilities.

Design: Cross-sectional survey.

Setting: Community.

Participants: Ethnic Chinese mothers (N = 261) with children with disabilities of any age residing in Australia, Singapore, or Taiwan.

Outcomes and Measures: Health Promoting Activities Scale, Personal Wellbeing Index, Warwick–Edinburgh Mental Wellbeing Scale; Kessler Psychological Distress Scale, Parental Perceptions of Public Attitudes Scale, and Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support.

Results: Moderate to strong correlations were found between mental well-being and all measures. The frequency of participation in health-promoting activities was a predictor of mental well-being (β = .21, p = .001). Perceived support was the strongest predictor of participation in health-promoting activities (β = .25, p = .005), mental well-being (β = .39, p < .001), and personal well-being (β = .45, p < .001). Perceived stigma predicted psychological distress (β = .32, p < .001) and mental well-being (β = −0.29, p < .001).

Conclusions and Relevance: Perceived support and stigma affected mothers’ participation in health-promoting activities and well-being. Therapists can facilitate mothers’ engagement in health-promoting activities and develop strategies to address stigma and enhance support.

Plain-Language Summary: This research highlights factors that affect the well-being of ethnic Chinese mothers who have children with disabilities and provides cultural insights for occupational therapists who work with Chinese families. The article also encourages pediatric occupational therapists to address the occupational needs and well-being of mothers in parallel with therapy for their children. We discuss occupation-focused strategies, family-centered perspectives, and health promotion approaches in relation to improving the participation and well-being of ethnic Chinese mothers in their cultural context.
Effect of Early Intervention on Developmental Domains and Parent–Child Interaction Among Children With Developmental Delay: A Randomized Controlled Study
Authors: Gündoğmuş Ezginur , Bumin Gonca , Yalçın Sıddika Songül
Published: October 2024

Importance: The scope of early intervention (EI) programs, which mostly focus on motor skills, needs to be expanded.

Objective: To examine the effects of an EI on developmental domains and parent–child interactions.

Design: Randomized controlled study.

Participants: Children ages 24–36 mo with developmental delay (DD; intervention group, n = 30; control group, n = 40).

Setting: Pediatric occupational therapy unit of Hacettepe University.

Intervention: The intervention group received an intervention that used the Goal Activity and Motor Enrichment (GAME) approach and a home program, whereas the control group received a home program only. Both groups received the same intervention dosage.

Outcomes and Measures: Developmental domains were assessed using the Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development Third Edition (Bayley III) and the Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ). Sensory processing was assessed with the Infant/Toddler Sensory Profile 2 (ITSP–2), social–emotional development with the ASQ:Social–Emotional (ASQ:SE), and parent–child interaction with the Parenting Interactions with Children: Checklist of Observations Linked to Outcomes (PICCOLO™). A compliance checklist was used to determine compliance with the home program.

Results: A significant between-groups difference was found on all Bayley III and PICCOLO subscales and on the Gross Motor, Fine Motor, Problem-Solving, and Social–Emotional domains of the ASQ and ASQ:SE in favor of the intervention group (p < .05). The intervention group showed more typification (normal sensory processing) in sensory quadrants and general processing. Both groups were 100% compliant with the home program.

Conclusions and Relevance: The GAME-based intervention for children with DD, including sensory and cognitive activities, is effective in improving developmental domains and parent–child interactions.

Plain-Language Summary: The scope of early intervention programs mostly focuses on motor skills and needs to be expanded to include the essential roles of children’s sensory and cognitive abilities. This study provides important insights into early interventions by occupational therapists and the impact on children with developmental delay and parent–child interactions. We found that the Goal Activity and Motor Enrichment (GAME) intervention for children with developmental delay, which includes sensory and cognitive activities, is effective in improving developmental domains and parent–child interactions.
The divergent orientations of the buildings of the Franciscan complex of San Gabriel Cholula, Puebla, Mexico
Authors: Gómez-Ruiz Arturo , Molero Sañudo Antonio Pedro
Published: October 2024

The Franciscan complex of San Gabriel in Cholula was one of the first establishments of the order of minor friars in New Spain. Its buildings were erected on the ruins of the pre-Hispanic ritual complex dedicated to the god Quetzalcóatl, using the materials from the old temple and annex buildings. The particularity of the structures built by instruction of the Franciscans is that they do not follow the orientation of the layout of the Cholula city, which is apparently solstitial, and therefore has given rise to multiple speculations in the studies of Cholula. In the present investigation we show evidence that the Royal Chapel of the architectural complex has a temporal orientation coinciding with the so-called sacred orientation of Teotihuacan, while the convent temple presents an orientation that is difficult to interpret, but where one of the definitions of equinox and the date of the patron saint's holiday are possible explanations.
Depression, Anxiety and Stress in Learning and Working Ecosystems: Case Study of a Higher Education Institution
Authors: Gaspar Tania , Pestana Susana , Sousa Sofia , Barata Marta , Loureiro Nuno
Published: October 2024

Educational institutions contribute to the well-being, health and performance of students and professional. The aim of this study to understand and characterise how the dimensions of a higher education institution affect the Depression Anxiety and Stress of students and professionals. We compared the differences and similarities between the perceptions of students and professionals. The study used the Ecosystems of Healthy Learning and working Environments (EATS and EA2S) instruments and involved A total of 688 participants took part in the study, including 521 students and 167 professionals from an Higher Education Institution. Regarding the students, 69,4% were female (n=359) and 30,6% were male (n=158). As for the professionals, 63,3% were female (n=105) and 36,7% were male (n=61). The EATS and EA2S instruments consist of a total of 62 items organized into 9 dimensions. Comparing students’ perceptions with those of professional, we see that students have a more positive perception of the dimensions of the learning and working ecosystem in relation to Ethics and Values, Leadership Commitment, Students/Professionals Involvement and Community Involvement. With the exception of Psychosocial Risks of Work – Mental Health dimension, in which students perceive more risks in terms of mental health when compared to professionals. A regression model was carried out in order to understand the factors that best explain depression, anxiety and stress in students and professionals. We found that students and professionals have in common that gender, age and psychosocial risks related to mental health help explain symptoms (depression, anxiety and stress). In the case of students, the influence of the psychosocial environment, the physical environment and stress management skills were also significant. The study refers to a multidomain intervention with the aim of promoting psychological health, well-being and skills, academic engagement and preventing higher education students and professional from depression, anxiety and stress and negative impact on academic and professional performance, through the development of psychological intervention, prevention and health promotion activities and training based on scientific evidence.