bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The role of citizen science in assessing the spatiotemporal pattern of rainfall events in urban areas: a case study in the city of Genoa, Italy
Authors: Loglisci Nicola , Boni Giorgio , Cauteruccio Arianna , Faccini Francesco , Milelli Massimo , Paliaga Guido , Parodi Antonio
Published: July 2024

Abstract. Climate change in the Mediterranean region is manifesting itself as an increase in average air temperature and a change in the rainfall regime: the value of cumulative annual rainfall generally appears to be constant, but the intensity of annual rainfall maxima, between 1 and 24 h, is increasing, especially in the period between late summer and early autumn. The associated ground effects in urban areas consist of flash floods and pluvial floods, often in very small areas, depending on the physical-geographical layout of the region. In the context of global warming, it is therefore important to have an adequate monitoring network for rain events that are highly concentrated in space and time. This research analyses the meteo-hydrological features of the 27 and 28 August 2023 event that occurred in the city of Genoa, Italy, just 4 d after the record maximum air temperature was recorded: between 19:00 and 02:00 UTC almost 400 mm of rainfall was recorded in the eastern sector of the historic centre of Genoa, with significant ground effects such as flooding episodes and the overflowing of pressurised culverts. Rainfall observations and estimates were made using both official or “authoritative” networks (rain gauges and meteorological radar) and rain gauge networks inspired by citizen science principles. The combined analysis of observations from authoritative and citizen science networks reveals, for the event analysed, a spatial variability of the precipitation field at an hourly and a sub-hourly timescale that cannot be captured by the current spatial density of the authoritative measurement stations (which have one of the highest densities in Italy). Monthly total rainfall and short-duration annual maximum time series recorded by the authoritative rain gauge network of the Genoa area are then analysed. The results show significant variation even at distances of less than 2 km in the average rainfall depth accumulated over sub-hourly duration. Extreme weather monitoring activity is confirmed as one of the most important aspects in terms of flood prevention and protection in urban areas. The integration between authoritative and citizen science networks can prove to be a valid contribution to the monitoring of extreme events.
Spatially distributed snow depth, bulk density, and snow water equivalent from ground-based and airborne sensor integration at Grand Mesa, Colorado, USA
Authors: Meehan Tate G. , Hojatimalekshah Ahmad , Marshall Hans-Peter , Deeb Elias J. , O'Neel Shad , McGrath Daniel , Webb Ryan W. , Bonnell Randall , Raleigh Mark S. , Hiemstra Christopher , Elder Kelly
Published: July 2024

Abstract. Estimating snow mass in the mountains remains a major challenge for remote-sensing methods. Airborne lidar can retrieve snow depth, and some promising results have recently been obtained from spaceborne platforms, yet density estimates are required to convert snow depth to snow water equivalent (SWE). However, the retrieval of snow bulk density remains unsolved, and limited data are available to evaluate model estimates of density in mountainous terrain. Toward the goal of landscape-scale retrievals of snow density, we estimated bulk density and length-scale variability by combining ground-penetrating radar (GPR) two-way travel-time observations and airborne-lidar snow depths collected during the mid-winter NASA SnowEx 2020 campaign at Grand Mesa, Colorado, USA. Key advancements of our approach include an automated layer-picking method that leverages the GPR reflection coherence and the distributed lidar–GPR-retrieved bulk density with machine learning. The root-mean-square error between the distributed estimates and in situ observations is 11 cm for depth, 27 kg m−3 for density, and 46 mm for SWE. The median relative uncertainty in distributed SWE is 13 %. Interactions between wind, terrain, and vegetation display corroborated controls on bulk density that show model and observation agreement. Knowledge of the spatial patterns and predictors of density is critical for the accurate assessment of SWE and essential snow research applications. The spatially continuous snow density and SWE estimated over approximately 16 km2 may serve as necessary calibration and validation for stepping prospective remote-sensing techniques toward broad-scale SWE retrieval.
The Effect of Tiktok Social Media on Student Learning Achievement in Class VIII Informatics Subjects at SMP Negeri 22 Samarinda
Authors: C. Febby Mahita Putri P. , Rosita Dewi , N I Wayan Sugianta
Published: July 2024

The study aims to determine the effect of TikTok social media on student learning achievement in informatics subjects using correlational quantitative methods. Total of 82 respondents were used as the research sample who were seventh grade students of SMP Negeri 22 Samarinda with the top ten rankings. Data collection techniques using questionnaires, documentation and observation. The questionnaire instrument used a Likert scale. The analysis used normality test, linearity test, simple linear regression test and t test. The results of the partial regression significance test (t test) sig. variable X (TikTok Social Media) is 0.000 <0.05 and the t value is 8,188> t table 1. 99006, there is a significant influence of the independent variable TikTok social media (X) on the dependent variable learning achievement (Y), it can be concluded that Ha is accepted while Ho is rejected, there is a significant relationship between TikTok social media and learning achievement, it can be concluded that there is a significant influence between TikTok social media on student learning achievement in Class VIII Informatics subjects at SMP Negeri 22.
Exploring and Mapping the Research Landscape on Innovation Capabilities: A Bibliometric Review
Authors: Wisanggeni Dhafa Herlambang , Iskandar Yusuf
Published: July 2024

In the contemporary global landscape dominated by technology, innovation emerges as a cornerstone for organizational prosperity and longevity. This study undertakes a comprehensive bibliometric review to explore the research terrain concerning innovation capabilities. It transcends the conventional view of innovation solely as the development of new products or services, emphasizing its broader scope, which includes the strategic management of ideas and knowledge through collaborative efforts. Employing advanced bibliometric techniques, the research meticulously identifies trends, academic contributions, and knowledge gaps in the field of innovation. Its primary objective is to offer actionable insights to stakeholders, enabling them to bolster their innovation strategies and effectively tackle challenges in the dynamic market environment. By delving into the multifaceted dimensions of innovation, the study highlights its crucial role in driving organizational competitiveness and resilience. Decision-makers are equipped with practical guidance, emphasizing the cultivation of a culture of creativity and the leveraging of external partnerships. In an era marked by uncertainty, the study underscores the necessity for organizations to embrace innovation as a strategic imperative. By seizing opportunities and navigating challenges adeptly, organizations can position themselves for sustained success in the digital age. Ultimately, this research transcends mere academic inquiry; it serves as a call to action for organizations to harness the transformative power of innovation for growth and transformation. By heeding the insights gleaned from this study, organizations can navigate the complexities of the modern business landscape and emerge as leaders in their respective fields.
The Influence of Using Microsoft PowerPoint Learning Media on Learning Outcomes in Business Law Courses
Authors: Fazrin Muhammad , Rahmatullah Muhammad , Hasanah Mahmudah , Ratumbuysang Monry Fraick Nicky Gillian
Published: July 2024

This study aims to determine the effect of using Microsoft PowerPoint learning media on the learning outcomes of FKIP ULM Economics Education students class of 2018 and 2019 in the Business Law course. This type of research is quantitative research with the Quasi Exsperimental Design method. This study used a Non Equivalent Control Group Design. The research sample as a control class is the 2018 class of Economic Education students totaling 23 people and the 2019 class of Economic Education students as an experimental class totaling 28 people. The sampling technique was purposive sampling. The instruments used in this study were questions on the pretest and posttest. The data analysis techniques used in this study were normality test, homogeneity test, N-Gain test and T test using SPSS V. 16 for Windows. 16 for Windows. Based on the results of the T-test calculation, the sig. (2 tailed) of 0.280. Because 0.280 > 0.05 then H0 is rejected. This shows that there is no significant difference in the learning outcomes of Business Law courses between the control group (classes without using interactive learning media Microsoft PowerPoint ) and the experimental class (classes that use interactive learning media Microsoft PowerPoint). It can be concluded that the use of Microsoft PowerPoint learning media on the learning outcomes of FKIP ULM Economics Education students class of 2018 and 2019 has no significant effect on Business Law courses.
Eficacia y seguridad de las nuevas vacunas contra el dengue
Authors: Vietto Valeria , Risso Agostina , Ciapponi Agustin
Published: July 2024

Este artículo es la actualización de un EOP publicado en 2021 sobre la eficacia y la seguridad de las vacunas contra el dengue. En la práctica, la inmunización con la única vacuna aprobada por la Agencia Nacional de Medicamentos, Alimentos y Tecnologia de Argentina en ese momento, Dengvaxia® (CYD-TDV), estuvo limitada por la necesidad de corroborar el estado serológico de las personas antes de su aplicación, debido al aumento del riesgo de desarrollar dengue grave en las personas que no habían tenido infección previa por el virus salvaje. A partir de la autorización de una nueva vacuna a fines de 2023, indicada en personas de 4 a 60 años de edad, desarrollada por el laboratorio Takeda y conocida como Qdenga®, y en un contexto epidemiológico de gran aumento de los casos en grandes centros urbanos de Argentina, esta actualización se propone revisar la evidencia más actualizada sobre las nuevas vacunas contra el dengue, en especial la que sustentaría su uso en la población general.
Características sociais e comorbidades de idosos vinculados à atenção domiciliar
Authors: Petter Êmilly Barcelos , Bolzan Natalia Cassol , Rivas Claudia Maria Ferrony , Gehlen Maria Helena , Marques Clandio Timm , Dos Santos Naiana Oliveira
Published: July 2024

Objetivo: Identificar as características sociais e comorbidades de idosos da Atenção Domiciliar tipo 1. Método: Estudo transversal, com abordagem quantitativa, conduzido via contato telefônico, com idosos vinculados à Atenção Domiciliar da Atenção Básica à Saúde de um município localizado na região central do estado do Rio Grande do Sul, Brasil. Aplicou-se, via contato telefônico, questionário para identificação de perfil sociodemográfico e de comorbidades associadas ao processo de envelhecimento e condições de saúde. Resultados: Predomínio do sexo feminino (71,3%), idade média de 78 anos, casados (44,4%), fundamental incompleto (43,5%), católicos (64,8%), aposentados (76,9%), renda domiciliar total entre um e dois salários-mínimos (51,9%), média de três pessoas residentes no domicílio e que possuem o filho como o principal cuidador (56,5%). Destacou-se o elevado índice de presença de comorbidades e multimorbidade, com predomínio de Hipertensão Arterial Sistêmica (63,9%), Diabetes Mellitus (38%), artrite/artrose (32,4%), depressão (19,4%) e outros. Conclusão: Os resultados justificam a ampliação de novas estratégias de cuidado, considerando o processo de envelhecimento, com vistas à manutenção da funcionalidade das pessoas idosas com comorbidades acompanhadas na Atenção Domiciliar.
Design and Implementation of Photovoltaic Electric Vehicle Charging Stations: A Case Study at Universidad Tecnológica de Pereira
Authors: Edgar Salazar  , Oscar Gómez
Published: July 2024

As the global transportation sector transitions towards sustainability, the need for renewable energy- powered electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure becomes increasingly evident. This paper presents a case study on the design and implementation of a photovoltaic electric vehicle charging stations at the Universidad Tecnológica de Pereira (Colombia). The study outlines the design process, technical specifications, and implementation strategies for a photovoltaic (PV) charging station, emphasizing key considerations such as location selection, solar panel configuration, and necessary equipment. Additionally, the paper evaluates the performance and effectiveness of the PV charging station in supplying the demand for EV charging services on campus. This case study provides valuable insights into the feasibility and scalability of PV EV charging infrastructure in educational institutions.
Glisemik İndeksi Yüksek ve Düşük Diyetle Beslenen Başkent Üniversitesi Öğrencilerinde Akut Plazma Glikoz Düzeyinin İncelenmesi
Authors: Bilaloğlu Melisa , Ergün Ahmet , Gül Ateş Eylem
Published: July 2024

Amaç: Çalışmamızdaki amaç yüksek ve düşük glisemik indeksli besinlerin akut olarak kan glikoz düzeyine etkisini incelemektir.
Gereç ve Yöntem: Araştırmaya diyabet, hipoglisemi veya glisemik kontrolü etkileyebilecek herhangi rahatsızlığı olmayan 20-22 yaş arası Başkent Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi Dönem II öğrencileri katıldı. Katılımcılar için düşük ve yüksek glisemik indeksli iki ayrı menü planlandı. Birinci gün düşük glisemik indeksli daha sonraki gün ise yüksek glisemik indeksli besinler tüketildi. Yemeklerden önce, yemek sonrası 1. saatte ve 2.saatte parmak ucundan kan glikozları ölçüldü. Tüm denekler 10-12 saatlik bir açlık sonrası deneye başlamış olup hepsi yemeklerini eksiksiz tüketti. Öğünlerin besin içerikleri menü planlama kılavuzuna bakılarak, glisemik indeksleri ise, gıdaların içerdiği karbonhidrat miktarları ve glisemik indeksler belirlenip toplam karbonhidrat miktarına oranlanarak hesaplandı Tüm hipotez testlerinde I. Tip hata olasılığı α=0,05 olarak belirlenmiş olup, istatistiksel değerlendirmeler için SPSS v25.0 paket programı kullanıldı.
Bulgular: Glikoz düzeylerindeki değişim diyet türlerine göre farklılık göstermektedir. Düşük glisemik indeksli beslenmenin akut olarak yüksek glisemik indeksli beslenmeye göre kan glikoz düzeylerini daha az yükselttiği belirlendi (p=0,030). Glikoz düzeylerindeki değişim zaman içinde de farklılık göstermektedir (p
Experiences of Irish Advanced Nurse Practitioners Delivering Nursing Care During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Delaney David
Published: July 2024

Objective: The objective of this research was to explore ANP's experience in the delivery of advanced nursing care to patients and how the Covid-19 pandemic has affected the day-to-day work of ANPs as well as gaining an understanding of ANPs’ perceptions of how the pandemic has influenced the delivery of care to patients and the personal impact of working as an ANP during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has affects healthcare staff and patients worldwide. Many studies have looked at the experiences of nursing staff during the pandemic but very few have examined the experiences of ANPs.
Study design and methods: A qualitative descriptive study was conducted examining the experiences of Irish ANPs during the COVID-19 pandemic. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 15 ANP participants. Thematic analysis of interview transcripts was performed using a Castleberry and Nolan’s (2008) five-step thematic analysis.
Results: Three themes and four sub-themes were found through thematic interview analysis. These themes were, 1. Adapting to COVID with subthemes fear and anxiety of covid, feeling supported, the advent of telehealth, 2. Impact of redeployment with subtheme not prepared for redeployment, 3. Primary Care and General Practitioners.
Conclusion: The identified themes provided insight into the experiences of Irish advanced nurse practitioners caring for patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. Each theme shed a personal light on the impact the COVID-19 pandemic had on the professional working lives of nurses working at an advanced level within Ireland. The finding of this study adds to a growing body of literature on the impact COVID-19 had on nursing. Advanced nurse practitioners are a cohort of nurses who had to adapt to the challenges of COVID-19 which impacted their professional and their personal lives.
Implications for research, policy, and practice: Understanding how ANPs experienced the COVID-19 pandemic as a group of healthcare professionals allows for better planning for future pandemics or crises using the skills of these professionals to better serve their patient populations as well as planning healthcare workforce more effectively.
What is already known about the topic?
• COVID-19 has had a great impact on nursing in both positive and negative ways.
• Nurses have had to adapt to challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
What this paper adds
• An insight into how COVID-19 impacted advanced nurse practitioners within Ireland.

Keywords: Nurse practitioner; Nurse; COVID-19; Qualitative Research; Ireland Objective
Telaah Kesesuaian Kontrak Musyarakah Mutanaqisah di Perbankan Syariah Terhadap Fatwa DSN MUI No. 73/DSN-MUI/XI/2008
Authors: Kusmastuti Ines Prasheila , Muazzami Al
Published: July 2024

Musyarakah mutanaqisah menjadi bagian produk pembiayaan di perbankan syariah. Faktanya, masih ditemukan ketidaksesuaian antara kontrak dengan aturan hukum yang mendasarinya khususnya Fatwa DSN. Penelitian ini akan menganalisis lebih lanjut musyarakah mutanaqisah dalam praktik pembiayaan di perbankan syariah serta kesesuaiannya dengan Fatwa DSN No.8/DSN-MUI/2000 Tentang Musyarakah. Penelitian ini termasuk penelitian normatif dengan data sekunder yang dikumpulkan melalui studi kepustakaan. Hasil penelitian ini konsep akad musyarakah mutanaqishah dalam pembiayaan perbankan syariah digunakan sebagai kerjasama antara bank syariah dan nasabah untuk memperoleh atau membeli suatu barang dengan kepemilikan atas barang tersebut menjadi bersama-sama. Besaran kepemilikan dapat ditentukan berdasarkan modal atau dana yang disertakan dalam kontrak kerjasama. Selanjutnya, nasabah akan membayar (mengangsur) sejumlah modal atau dana yang dimiliki oleh bank syariah. Jumlah modal bank syariah semakin lama semakin kecil, berbanding terbalik dengan jumlah modal nasabah yang semakin bertambah karena pembayaran angsuran pada setiap bulan. Terdapat ketidaksesuaian kontrak pembiayaan akad musyarakah mutanaqisah No. 257 dengan Fatwa DSN MUI No.73/DSN-MUI/XI/2008 tentang Musyarakah Mutanaqisah. Klausul yang tidak sesuai diantaranya terdapat pada kerugian dan penyelesaian perselisihan. Kontrak pembiayaan akad musyarakah mutanaqisah ini seharusnya menambahkan Pasal mengenai kerugian yang nantinya ditanggung para pihak yang terlibat. Selain itu penyelesaian perselisihan seharusnya dilakukan di Pengadilan Agama sebagaimana ketentuan Undang-Undang Nomor 3 Tahun 2006 tentang Perubahan Atas Undang-Undang Nomor 7 Tahun 1989 tentang Peradilan Agama. Terlebih lagi penyelesaian sengketa ekonomi syariah bukan lagi menjadi kewenangan Pengadilan Negeri pasca Putusan Mahkamah Konstitusi Nomor 93/PUU-X/2012 dan Peraturan Mahkamah Agung (PERMA) Nomor 14 Tahun 2016.
Specifics of innovative educational environment and its influence on the development of future teachers’ innovative competence
Authors: Kozhevnykov Petro , Kozhevnikova Alla
Published: July 2024

The relevance of the study is determined by the change in views on the process of developing innovative competence of future teachers and the need to improve the innovative educational environment. Accordingly, the purpose of the study was to reveal the specific features and properties of the innovative educational environment and its impact on the process of developing innovative competence in future teachers. To implement the goal, a set of general scientific methods was used: theoretical methods – system analysis, synthesis, generalisation, and comparison; empirical methods – observational (direct and indirect observation, methods of expert assessment and self-assessment); ranking, which helped to find out the specifics of the innovative educational environment in the process of developing innovative competence of future teachers. The content of the concepts “innovation environment”, “innovation space”, “development of innovative competence”, “innovative educational environment” was analysed. It was emphasised that through participation in the work of project groups, educators and future teachers gain valuable experience in innovative and creative collective activities and have the opportunity to develop leadership qualities and innovative competence. It was established that the innovative educational environment in the context of professional training of future teachers functions as a system that creates conditions for personal development as an innovator, promotes the disclosure of creative abilities, and the improvement of innovative and professional skills, emphasising the unity and interaction of its elements. The results of the study also indicate that the professional development of future teachers is significantly influenced by the innovative learning environment, which is simultaneously developed due to the innovation activity of students. The practical significance of this study is that the results obtained can be used in future studies on the impact of information and communication technologies on the subject-subject interaction between participants in the educational process
Port Logistics and Supply Chain Management: An Empirical Review
Authors: C. Obasi , S. Oyakegha , A. M. Okuoyibo
Published: July 2024

Ports play a critical role in the global economy, acting as vital links within international transportation networks. Their efficiency and effectiveness directly impact the performance of global supply chains. This paper examines the intersection of port logistics and supply chain management (SCM) through an empirical lens. We review existing research to explore how SCM principles can be applied to enhance port operations and overall supply chain performance. The paper begins by outlining the evolving role of ports in today's globalized trade environment. It then delves into the core concepts of SCM and their relevance to port management. The subsequent sections review empirical studies that investigate the impact of SCM practices on port performance metrics such as cost, efficiency, and service quality. We explore key areas like collaboration, information technology (IT) integration, and infrastructure development, highlighting their contributions to improved supply chain visibility and streamlined logistics processes.The review also identifies critical research gaps and proposes future research directions. We emphasize the need for studies that explore the impact of emerging technologies like block-chain and artificial intelligence (AI) on port logistics and SCM integration. Additionally, the paper underscores the growing importance of sustainability practices within port operations and their role in enhancing overall supply chain resilience.
Validation of Thyroid-Specific Quality of Life questionnaire Thypro-39 in Brazilian Portuguese
Authors: Freitas Jônatas Catunda de , Sampaio Lucas Barbosa , Souza Emile Nycolle da Silva , Sampaio Maria Luiza Viana , Martins Lucas Antônio Lira
Published: July 2024

The purpose of the study is to validate ThyPRO-39 questionnaire to Brazilian Portuguese. The validated Portugal Portuguese version of ThyPRO-39, provided by the questionnaire developer, was used to adapt it to Brazilian Portuguese and these changes were validated by a translator. A cross-sectional study was carried out on people with thyroid disease, who were invited to participate in the research through the study author's social media. The study occurred between August 2020 and October 2020 and included 516 participants. Results obtained in both questionnaires, SF-36 and ThyPRO-39br, showed moderate correlation in all similar scales, Cronbach's alpha was higher than 0.7 in 10 of the 12 scales, and the clinical validation showed that results obtained were compatible with the expected for the patient diagnosis. Regarding the convergent validation between the ThyPro-39br and SF-36 questionnaires, the strongest correlations were found between the final composite score of ThyPRO-39br and SF-36 functional capacity (-0.591, p<0.001), impact on daily life and physical aspects (-0.568, p<0.001), and anxiety and mental health (-0.541, p<0.001). The ThyPRO-39br version was satisfactorily validated through 3 different methods and is available for future thyroid diseases quality of life research in Brazil.
Phytochemical Screening and Evaluation of Syzygium jambolanum seeds for In- vitro Antimicrobial Potential against Herbal Drugs Contaminants
Authors: Trivedi Bhavya , Sharma Vani , Rani Anchal , Singh Padma , Singh Avinash , Kamran Mohd
Published: July 2024

The disc diffusion method, MIC and MBC were used to test the antibacterial activity of methanol, aqueous, ethyl acetate extract and essential oils of Cymbopogon citratus leaves, and Syzygium jambolanum seeds against Escherichia coli and Bacillus cereus, which were isolated from herbal medicines. Methanolic extract of Syzygium jambolanum was highly active against Bacillus cereus and E. coli. Chemical analysis was done by GC- MS. All the plant extracts showed different kinds of phytochemicals like terpenoids, flavonoids and steroids etc.
Bioactive Compounds in Propolis from Wallacetrigona incisa and Their Application as Antibacterial Agent: In vitro and Molecular Docking Approach
Authors: Ningrum Riska Surya , Renjana Elga , Ramadani Aisyah Hadi , Kurniawan Yudhi Dwi , Mahani Mahani , Nurhayat Oktan Dwi
Published: July 2024

Propolis, an extremely sticky and resinous substance collected by honeybees, has been widely used as a health food, antioxidant, and antimicrobial. Utilization of propolis as nutraceutical depends on the bioactive compounds contained therein. The plant source, type of bees, and region of honeybees are the main factors affecting the chemical composition of the bioactive compounds in propolis. This study aims to determine the bioactive compounds in propolis from Wallacetrigona incisa using LC-MS/MS and to analyze their antibacterial activity by in vitro and molecular docking approach. A series of propolis with different concentration (5, 7.5, 10, 20, 30, and 100 % w/v) were tested against five bacteria (P. acnes, S. aureus, S. epidermidis, B. subtilis, and E. coli) using disk diffusion method. The inhibition mechanism against the bacteria was studied by molecular docking approach. For the LC-MS/MS analysis, seven bioactive compounds were detected in the propolis from W. incisa: ganoderic acid R, mulberranol, schizandrin A (deoxyschizandrin), neoquassin, octahydrocurcumin, isorhamnetin, and 2-methoxyanofinic acid. Moreover, for the antibacterial activity, propolis has strong inhibition at concentration of 30% and 100%, and better efficacy on Gram-positive bacterial species (S. epidermidis, B. subtilis, S. aureus, P. acnes) than gram-negative bacterial (E. coli). Ganoderic acid R and mulberranol were found to be the most potential bioactive compounds of the propolis as antibacterial agents due to their good performance in interacting with target proteins of bacteria.
Anti-inflammatory effect of Polyherbal Formulation
Authors: S. Patil Aishwarya , A. Tupe Mayuri , S. Shirode Devendra
Published: July 2024

Inflammation is body’s defence mechanism. There are various inflammatory and pro-inflammatory factors released in blood after injury. Prevalence of diseases associate with chronic inflammation will increase persistently in next 30 years. 3 in 5 people died with inflammation. Currently various synthetic treatments available but have many side effects. In this view, present study was designed to prepare a promising anti-inflammatory treatment from natural source. Anti-inflammatory effect of polyherbal formulation [prepared from ethanolic extracts of Hugonia mystax and Blumea lacera (1:1)] was evaluated against carrageenan and formalin induced paw oedema. Preliminary phytochemical screening revealed that phenolic acids, flavonoids, tannins, present in formulation. Acute oral toxicity was performed as per OECD guideline, 200 mg/kg and 400mg/kg was selected as lower dose and higher dose respectively. Paw oedema and paw thickness were assessed in all groups. Paw oedema and paw thickness increase in disease control group and significantly decrease in all treatment groups. It is concluded that polyherbal formulation have anti-inflammatory potential due to polyphenols, saponin and terpenoids. Further potent compounds can be isolated for preparation of formulation and clinical trials may be performed.
A Comprehensive Review on Diabetic Retinopathy Detection Techniques using Neural Network Architectures
Authors: Sheetal J. Nagar
Published: July 2024

Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is a significant complication arising from diabetes, affecting the eyes and potentially causing vision loss if not identified and addressed promptly. Over the years, there has been a significant advancement in the field of DR detection, primarily driven by advancements in imaging techniques and machine learning algorithms. This review paper presents a comprehensive overview of different techniques and advancements in the detection of diabetic retinopathy using deep learning and several neural network architectures. The comparative study of the existing datasets for the DR detection with the benefits, challenges and possible solutions for each dataset is also provided. The paper discusses the methods, preprocessing, implementation platforms and results of various implementation of CNN architectures like Deep CNN, CNN with Transfer Learning, Capsule Networks and DNN. The objective of this paper is to furnish researchers and clinicians with a thorough understanding of the present status of diabetic retinopathy detection, highlight the strengths and limitations of existing approaches, and identify future research directions in this vital area of healthcare.
YAPAY ZEKÂ VE BENZERİ TEKNOLOJİK GELİŞMELERİN MUHASEBE MESLEĞİ ÜZERİNDEKİ ETKİSİ
Authors: Sevim Hüseyin , Yılmaz Yunus
Published: July 2024

Bu çalışmada, özellikle yapay zekâ, blok zincir, bulut bilişim ve big data gibi teknolojik gelişmelerin muhasebe mesleğine etkileri ve bu teknolojilerin meslek mensuplarının faaliyetlerini ne derece etkilediği incelenmiştir. Araştırma evreni, Diyarbakır ilinde faaliyette bulanan muhasebe meslek mensuplarından oluşmaktadır. Araştırmada veri toplama aracı olarak yüz yüze ve online anket yöntemi tercih edilmiştir. Hazırlanan anket formu, 650 SMMM'ye gönderilmiş ve bu formlardan 452'sinde olumlu geri dönüş sağlanmıştır. Araştırmaya katılan muhasebe meslek mensuplarının olumsuz olarak gördüğü, teknolojik gelişmelerin, güvenlik konusunda endişenin artmasına, iş verimliliğinin artmasına ve iş yükümlülüğünün daha da artacağına neden olacağı görüşüne sahip oldukları belirlenmiştir.
Teknolojik gelişmelerin olumlu tarafına baktığımızda zaman tasarrufu sağlayacağını, hata ve hile konularının daha az olacağını, kayıt dışı ekonominin azalacağını ve etik dışı tekliflerin azalacağını düşünmektedirler. Son olarak, araştırmaya katılan muhasebe meslek mensupları, teknolojik gelişmelerin muhasebe mesleğine olumlu yönlerinin, olumsuz yönlerinden daha fazla olduğunu düşünmektedirler.
Wspólna polityka rolna po 2013
Authors: Zegar Józef
Published: July 2024

Wspólna polityka rolna UE po 2013 roku.
Obraz wsi w debacie publicznej po roku '89
Authors: Bukraba-Rylska Izabella
Published: July 2024

Artykuł omawia główne wątki toczonej w okresie transformacji debaty na temat wsi i rolnictwa w Polsce. Wykorzystuje w tym celu opracowania naukowe a także materiały prasowe. Z podstawowymi twierdzeniami formułowanymi w tej debacie (np. wieś jako balast przemian, jako dłużnik społeczeństwa, rolnictwo chłopskie jako niewydajne itd.) autorka tekstu stara się polemizować, wykazując ich bezzasadność oraz ideologiczne i polityczne uwarunkowania.
Mel Weisburd: Secret Engineer of the Non-Existent City
Authors: Knighton Andrew Lyndon
Published: July 2024

Recent attention to the literary history of Los Angeles has increasingly recognized the importance of the 1950s poets affiliated with Thomas McGrath. Building on those insights, this article argues that the accomplishments of that circle depended in no small part on the largely unsung efforts of the poet, editor, and environmentalist Mel Weisburd, who was responsible for, among many other things, cofounding and editing the durable little magazine known as Coastlines. A collection of Weisburd’s papers and audio recordings, only recently made available at California State University, Los Angeles, well illustrates the contributions of this complicated figure whose double life—environmental warrior by day, poet by night—sited him at two twinned nubs from which the cultural identity of modern Los Angeles would grow. Study of this collection helps to decenter a literary community often seen as anchored by the literary celebrity of singular figures such as McGrath and exposes the more complex and collective dynamics of literary productivity that prevailed in the so-called “non-existent city” of mid-century Los Angeles.
Águas da chuva e a Modernidade na Amazônia
Authors: Gomes Kelvyn Werik Nascimento , Kettle Wesley Oliveira
Published: July 2024

As cidades amazônicas foram impactadas pela ideia de Modernidade que, liderada pela elite política, buscou dominar a natureza, com destaque para as águas. Em Belém do Pará esse projeto contou com a participação de cientistas e a divulgação científica por meio dos jornais paraenses que circulavam nos primeiros anos da República. Sob a perspectiva da história ambiental, este artigo demonstrará como a água das chuvas é um tema central para a história das ciências na Amazônia entre os anos de 1890 e 1920, fazendo parte de disputas no campo político no contexto da República. As águas, portanto, apresentam-se como um tema fundamental para o progresso. Nesse sentido, destacamos como a ciência na Amazônia se envolveu com as “recomendações e receitas” para criar chuva, permitindo-nos ampliar nosso conhecimento sobre a dinâmica daquela sociedade.
“Agora sim, a tua terra tem outro valor: tem águas e esgoto”. Os projetos de saneamento da cidade de Paranaguá (1890-1915)
Authors: Dolinski João Pedro
Published: July 2024

A proposta deste artigo é investigar o desenvolvimento de um sistema de abastecimento de água e coleta de esgotos na cidade de Paranaguá (PR) entre 1890 e 1915. A primeira baliza temporal marca o início das tentativas de implementação desse sistema. O segundo marco cronológico representa sua concretização. A pesquisa problematiza as intenções subjacentes por parte do poder público e de agentes privados em fornecer água encanada às habitações do núcleo urbano central de Paranaguá. Discute-se ainda as negociações e os conflitos suscitados em torno desse empreendimento sanitário. À luz das pesquisas de François Beguin, as quais o artigo pretende complementar mediante uma metodologia que articula analiticamente suas reflexões com nossa interpretação das fontes primárias, argumenta-se que a inserção de uma rede de águas correntes em Paranaguá ficou restrita inicialmente às camadas sociais mais elevadas, sendo o primeiro grupo social a ter seus hábitos higiênicos e domésticos transformados. A efetivação dessa rede só foi possível em virtude de uma aliança entre Estado, iniciativa privada, médicos e engenheiros. Além disso, o espaço público não foi esvaziado em função dessas reformas que criaram uma necessidade e dependência, bem como um novo filão de serviços que passou a ser explorado pelos empresários e pelo poder público. O conjunto de fontes utilizado nesta pesquisa é constituído por periódicos, memórias justificativas, relatórios, ofícios, cartas e atas do Conselho da Intendência Municipal. Essa documentação encontra-se disponível no Arquivo Municipal de Paranaguá e no Instituto Histórico e Geográfico de Paranaguá.
Isótopos das águas brasileiras para o desenvolvimento
Authors: Secchieri Bailão André
Published: July 2024

Este trabalho apresenta os itinerários de cientistas do Centro de Energia Nuclear na Agricultura (Cena) e suas pesquisas sobre as águas do Nordeste e da Amazônia entre 1960 e 1970 e, de forma mais ampla, apresenta a hidrologia isotópica transnacional durante a Guerra Fria. O Cena, vinculado à Comissão Nacional de Energia Nuclear e à Universidade de São Paulo em Piracicaba, fez parte de um convênio de cooperação técnica com as Nações Unidas, gerido pela Agência Internacional de Energia Atômica (AIEA), e recebeu visitas técnicas de muitos peritos estrangeiros dos Estados Unidos, Europa e Israel. Eneas Salati, professor do Cena, montou o laboratório de ecologia isotópica em 1968 e coordenou uma rede transnacional para auxiliar o governo brasileiro em estudos hidrológicos. Este artigo apresenta a constituição dessa rede e o papel central dos pesquisadores brasileiros na formulação das agendas e dos resultados de pesquisa. Os trabalhos da rede focaram-se principalmente no sertão do Nordeste e na Amazônia, para onde voltavam-se projetos desenvolvimentistas do regime militar, e buscavam apoiar a Superintendência de Desenvolvimento do Nordeste (Sudene) e do Instituto Nacional de Pesquisas da Amazônia (Inpa). Enquanto no projeto no semiárido os pesquisadores buscavam encontrar maneiras de ampliar o acesso à água, numa região caracterizada como carente em recursos hídricos de qualidade, no projeto conduzido na Amazônia os pesquisadores levantavam a hipótese de um equilíbrio entre a floresta e o clima, que poderia ser alterado pelos projetos desenvolvimentistas e o crescente desmatamento.
Dos lagos temperados às águas amazônicas
Authors: Candido da Silva André Felipe
Published: July 2024

O trabalho analisa como uma abordagem ecológica dos lagos e demais corpos d’água continentais contribuiu para a estruturação da ecologia como disciplina organizada, por favorecer uma perspectiva holística em meio a qual os fatores bióticos e abióticos foram apreendidos de forma integrada. Enfatiza as contribuições do limnólogo e alemão August Thienemann na demarcação da limnologia como uma ciência de síntese das conexões entre comunidades orgânicas e o ambiente aquático, informado por uma visão holística organicista que apostou na unidade da natureza e das ciências. Destaca o engajamento de Thienemann em promover a limnologia como campo privilegiado da ecologia, elaborando conceitos da ecologia teórica que tiveram repercussão no desenvolvimento do campo. O artigo aborda ainda os ajustes e modificações que a perspectiva científica de Thienemann sofreu ao ser empregada no estudo das águas amazônicas por seu sucessor na direção do Instituto de Limnologia de Plön, Harald Sioli. Defende o argumento que o encontro de Sioli com a materialidade das águas na Amazônia e os diálogos por ele estabelecidos contribuíram para essas modificações, ao mesmo tempo em que a perspectiva organicista da limnologia serviu para tomar as águas como vias de acesso à complexa ecologia da região. Com isso Sioli posicionou a limnologia como campo transdisciplinar centrado no estudo das paisagens, como eixo organizador de um programa de pesquisa seguido pelo coletivo que ele ajudou a estruturar entre a Amazônia e Alemanha e como saber indispensável para a elaboração de formas de ocupação da região mais sinérgicas com as dinâmicas ecológicas da floresta.
Os jesuítas e as ciências no Brasil e Portugal: quando a história se (re)faz, de Carlos Ângelo de Meneses Sousa e Sheila Cristina Monteiro Matos (Orgs.) (Brasília: Cátedra Unesco de Juventude, Educação e Sociedade/Universidade Católica de Brasília/Cidade Gráfica, 2020).
Authors: Lamoso de Gusmão Ramon
Published: July 2024

A relação dos jesuítas com a ciência não é um tema novo, mas certamente desperta paixões e debates tão intensos quanto a evangelização e a educação inacianas. Os jesuítas e as Ciências no Brasil e Portugal: quando a história se (re)faz é um exemplo do que alguns classificam como Nova História ou Nova Historiografia da Companhia de Jesus. A coletânea foi publicada, em formato impresso e digital, em 2020, pela Cátedra Unesco de Juventude, Educação e Sociedade, da Universidade Católica de Brasília (UCB). O livro é organizado pelo doutor em Sociologia e professor do Programa de Pós-Graduação Stricto Sensu em Educação da UCB, Carlos Ângelo de Meneses Sousa, e pela doutora em Educação, Sheila Cristina Monteiro Matos...
“Termais, medicinais, minerais, milagrosas”
Authors: De Carvalho Viotti Ana Carolina
Published: July 2024

Ocupando o duplo papel de veículo disseminador de males e de virtuoso ingrediente para a cura de doenças, as águas foram amplamente tematizadas pela bibliografia médica, cirúrgica e farmacêutica através do tempo. Em tratados, observações e avisos, as referências sobre os benefícios das águas ou os cuidados a se ter em sua identificação e uso se fizeram recorrentes. No Portugal do século XVIII, o escrutínio das propriedades de um “tipo” específico de água – aquele definido como termal, medicinal ou mineral – passa a ser feito, também, a partir das lentes da emergente ciência química, de modo que interpretações “mágicas” sobre sua composição são cada vez mais postas em xeque. Nessa esteira, um espaço específico do reino luso, nomeado justamente a partir de suas fontes e do benefício régio, as Caldas da Rainha, recebe especial atenção de uma série de letrados, dando corpo a uma significativa literatura sobre o tópico. Aqui, de modo a tornar esse rico conjunto sistematizado, apresento, além de um breve mapeamento e discussão dos principais contornos da temática, a edição anotada e ortograficamente atualizada de capítulos selecionados de um livreto, anônimo e pouco conhecido, que apesar de ter sido escrito por um empírico – ou, como se intitula, “um curioso” –, dialoga e confronta doutores, boticários e enfermeiros da época, o Observaçoens das agoas das Caldas da Rainha, de 1752.
Evaluación clínica objetiva estructurada y simulación en enfermería en cuidados críticos: desarrollando el razonamiento crítico
Authors: Barquero Morales William , Castillo Fornos Paola Yamilet , Salazar Hurtado Jean Carlos , Aguirre González Daniel Alejandro
Published: July 2024

La Evaluación Clínica Objetiva Estructurada (ECOE) en Enfermería es una técnica relativamente nueva, esta permite fortalecer el desarrollo de competencias, reconocer los puntos críticos en el proceso y establecer alternativas remediales para encauzar aquello que se ha propuesto alcanzar en un tiempo determinado.
Práctica de valores morales de jóvenes en riesgo en el barrio La Unión del municipio de Estelí
Authors: Calero Ramírez Aldin Josué , Rivera Ramírez Kelen Jordely , Cruz Marcia Yessenia , Dávila-Matute Feliciana del Socorro
Published: July 2024

La formación en valores morales es crucial para el desarrollo de los jóvenes y su integración en sociedad. En este estudio, se analizaron los factores sociales que influyen en la práctica de valores morales en jóvenes en riesgo, especialmente entre las edades de18 a 25 años del barrio La Unión, municipio de Estelí. El enfoque de este estudio fue cualitativo, basado en el paradigma interpretativo, con diseño de carácter descriptivo. La población está conformada por 50 jóvenes, utilizando una muestra no probabilística de 10 personas. Las técnicas utilizadas son la entrevista y la observación. Se encontró como resultado que la formación en valores de los jóvenes, en su mayoría no ha sido bajo el seno familiar conformado por madre y padre; si no con algunos parientes cercanos y, por ende, han seguido el ejemplo de su tutor. Además, eligen las amistades tomando en cuenta la tranquilidad, agilidad e inteligencia. Se comprueba que los jóvenes son personas capaces de reconocerse así mismo con sus virtudes y defectos, teniendo siempre presente que todo lo que se proponen en la vida será influyente en su devenir.
El Plan Nacional de Lucha Contra la Pobreza y para el Desarrollo Humano: Una mirada desde la misión y la curricularización extensionista de la UNAN-Managua
Authors: Palazio Galo Edgar
Published: July 2024

En el contexto del Plan Nacional de Lucha contra la Pobreza y para el Desarrollo Humano 2022-2026, se resalta la trascendental relevancia de la Educación Superior Pública, Gratuita y de Calidad como un pilar fundamental para la gestión universitaria integral. La UNAN-Managua, en su papel de institución educativa, se posiciona estratégicamente para contribuir con recursos académicos, de investigación y humanos, facilitando la implementación efectiva de las estrategias gubernamentales.
Enhancing wellbeing and resilience in coaches: The impact of a mindfulnessbased intervention
Authors: Lebeau Jean-Charles , Tremml Brian , Perrone Kristin M. , Judge Lawrence W.
Published: July 2024

Mindfulness training, characterised by the cultivation of present-moment awareness and non-judgmental attention, has emerged as a potent tool for enhancing mental wellbeing and resilience in the face of life’s challenges. In the realm of sports, its effectiveness in fortifying the mental resilience and performance of athletes and coaches has garnered significant attention. This study sought to investigate the impact of an online mindfulness-based intervention on the perceptions of stress, emotion regulation, and burnout among full-time coaches. Sixteen full-time coaches (nine females and seven males) engaged in a six-week online mindfulness-based intervention program, an adaptation of the Mindfulness Training for Coaches program, within the context of swimming as a sport. Participants completed a series of online questionnaires assessing their levels of mindfulness, emotion regulation, burnout, and stress. Data collection occurred before the intervention, at weeks three and five during the program, and post-intervention. Baseline data indicated that full-time coaches reported significant levels of burnout. The study’s results unveiled notable improvements, with coaches experiencing (a) a significant reduction in difficulties associated with regulating emotions (p = .02) and stress (p < .001), (b) a noteworthy trend towards increased mindfulness scores (p = .08), and (c) a promising trend towards decreased burnout (p = .08). This investigation underscores the relevance of mindfulness participation in bolstering the wellbeing of full-time coaches, demonstrating its potential to enhance their mental fortitude and reduce the detrimental effects of stress and burnout. The implications extend beyond coaching, offering insights into the broader application of mindfulness interventions for improved mental wellbeing and performance within the sports arena.