bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Traditional Food Consumption and Other Determinants of Exposure for Lead, Cobalt, Manganese, and Hexachlorobenzene in Northern Canada
Authors: Drysdale Mallory , Ratelle Mylène , Majowicz Shannon E. , Brammer Jeremy , Gamberg Mary , Skinner Kelly , Laird Brian
Published: January 2024

Results of a 2019 human biomonitoring study indicated that several parameters, including lead, cobalt, manganese, and hexachlorobenzene, were elevated in blood and urine samples in Old Crow, Yukon, in comparison to the general Canadian population. This study aims to identify possible local determinants of levels of these parameters, including consumption of locally harvested traditional foods, lifestyle factors, and demographics, in Old Crow and, for comparison, two other northern populations: communities in the Dehcho and Sahtú regions of the Northwest Territories. We ran generalized linear models to identify possible associations between individual determinants of exposure and key biomarkers, controlling for age and sex. In Old Crow, several variables were associated with elevated exposure levels of these biomarkers, including drinking untreated river water (29% higher blood manganese levels and 120% higher blood lead levels), eating caribou kidneys (22% higher blood manganese levels and 58% higher blood lead levels), and eating whitefish (28% higher blood cobalt levels). Additionally, in order to differentiate results in Old Crow from those in other northern regions and to identify trends across regions, we observed relationships between consumption of moose and caribou organs and lead and hexachlorobenzene levels in the reference populations and pooled population groups. Though levels of particular contaminants may be elevated in some traditional foods, these foods remain an important source of nutrients for members in these communities and provide other benefits, including increased physical activity through harvesting, mental health improvements, and spiritual wellness.
Assessment of Multi-GNSS RT-PPP Services for the Antarctic Region
Authors: Erol Serdar , Alkan Reha Metin , Mutlu Bilal
Published: January 2024

The international service that ensures access to data and products of global navigation satellite systems (GNSSs), known as the IGS, runs a real-time service (RTS) project to support users who need real-time access to precise products. Thanks to the RTS project, it is now possible to obtain real-time precise point positioning (RT-PPP) solutions. RT-PPP can be used in many real-time positioning applications that require a high level of accuracy, efficiency, and flexibility, including earth sciences, atmosphere sciences, marine sciences, natural hazards, and many more. In this study, we tested the impact of different worldwide RTS products and satellite configurations on the performance of RT-PPP accuracy, as well as convergence time, in the Antarctic’s challenging environment and extreme atmospheric conditions. We applied RT-PPP solutions using real-time precise products (satellite orbit/clock corrections, and biases to conduct the real-time PPP) provided by the IGS and NAVCAST (a real-time PPP positioning service) based on different GNSS constellations: GPS-only, Galileo-only, and a combination of GPS and Galileo. In this way, the performance of two different real-time (RT) services was compared with each other. At the same time, the effectiveness of the Galileo global navigation satellite system for RT-PPP was also tested, and the Galileo system’s contribution to the GPS-only RT-PPP solution was investigated. The PPP-WIZARD software was used to process the corrections and GNSS data from a reference station in the Antarctic region. Although GPS-only, Galileo-only, and multi-GNSS solutions obtained from both RT services were found to have very close accuracy to each other, the combination of the GPS and Galileo systems produced better accuracy than when using the GPS system alone. According to the numerical results of this study, it was concluded that the real-time PPP technique gave promising results in such a challenging environment of the Antarctic region. However, we also observe that the RT-PPP technique requires a stable and robust internet connection, which might limit its usefulness in remote regions. Overall, we found the RT-PPP technique to be a viable alternative to conventional relative GNSS positioning techniques, especially in areas where continuously operating reference networks or similar networks are lacking.
Fabrication and Characterization of Chitosan-Polyvinyl Pyrolidone K-30 for Creatinine Transport Membranes
Authors: Lusiana Retno Ariadi , Annisa Riska Nurfida , Marcellino Vinsencius Guntur Pandu , Widodo Didik Setiyo , Muhtar Hasan
Published: January 2024

The investigation of membrane-based hemodialysis is an interesting study due to its efficacy in eliminating metabolic waste compounds, such as creatinine, from the body. However, not all membrane types exhibit optimal transport capabilities, necessitating modifications. In this study, we conducted modifications on chitosan (CS) membranes by incorporating polyvinyl pyrrolidone K-30 (PVP K-30) and assessing their physicochemical characteristics. The modified membrane underwent characterization and subsequent evaluation of its transport capabilities. The primary objective of this research is to design a membrane composed of chitosan and PVP K-30 with enhanced creatinine transport capabilities. The study commenced with the fabrication of CS membranes combined with CS-PVP, involving six variations of CS and PVP K-30 with volume ratios of 5:0, 4:1, 3:2, 1:1, 2:3, and 4:1. The resulting solution was then printed into a flat sheet membrane. All completed membranes underwent comprehensive characterization, including tests for functional groups using Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR), membrane weight and thickness, porosity, water absorption, swelling, hydrophilicity, pH resistance, and biodegradation. In the final phase, the membrane was utilized in the creatinine transport process. FTIR analysis of the CS-PVP K-30 membrane revealed O-H and N-H group spectra at wave numbers 3363.06 cm-1 and 1587.17 cm-1, indicating hydrogen bonding between the two polymers. Characterization tests demonstrated that the CS-PVP membrane exhibited increased porosity, water absorption, swelling, and hydrophilicity. In the creatinine transport test, the CS-PVP membrane demonstrated enhanced creatinine transport ability compared to the CS membrane. The highest clearance value for creatinine was observed in the CS-PVP5 membrane, with an increase in the amount of PVP K-30 correlating with an elevated creatinine clearance value. The creatinine clearance values for the CS membrane, CS-PVP1, CS-PVP2, CS-PVP3, CS-PVP4, and CS-PVP5 were 0.30, 0.36, 0.37, 0.39, 0.42, and 0.46 mg/dL, respectively.
Optimized Synthesis of FeNi/TiO2 Green Nanocatalyst for High-Quality Liquid Fuel Production via Mild Pyrolysis
Authors: Parapat Riny Yolandha , Putra Muhamad Firmansyah Rizkiawan , Zamaludin Zamaludin , Permadi Didin Agustian , Aschuri Imam , Yuono Yuono , Noviyanto Alfian , Schwarze Michael , Schomäcker Reinhard
Published: January 2024

In sustainable energy improvement, the strategic design of economical nanocatalysts has emerged as a pivotal pathway, notably within intricate processes such as asphalt pyrolysis. This study presents a new endeavor, conceptualizing a non-precious metal nanocatalyst FeNi deposited on TiO2, synthesized through an environmentally conscious green synthesis methodology employing mangosteen peel extract as a sustainable reductant. Asphalt, the most complex compound, is used as the pyrolyzed material to measure the activity of nanocatalysts in mild pyrolysis. In this study, the synthesis of the nanocatalyst and pyrolisis are optimized. The research outcomes reflect a notable work towards efficiency enhancement. Initial investigations showcased the highest values before optimization for nanocatalyst synthesis, oil yield, and calorific value, which are 63.23%, 50.78%, and 10684 cal/g, respectively. However, these values increase significantly after optimization to 68.44%, 53.72%, and 10775 cal/g, respectively. Careful validation endeavors have underscored the closeness, manifesting slight errors of 2.52%, 1.86%, and 0.36% for catalyst yield, oil yield, and calorific value, respectively. This validation features the reliability of the research findings. Intriguingly, the GC-MS analysis establishes compelling parallels in composition between the derived product and conventional diesel fuel. The minimal errors and the analogous composition to diesel fuel present a promising trajectory. The results obtained from this study contribute to the development of greener and more efficient energy production technologies, paving the way for a sustainable and eco-friendly approach to utilizing energy resources.
Rosella Petal Extract (Hibiscus sabdariffa Linn.) as a Reducing Agent in Silver Nanoparticle Synthesis and Its Antibacterial Activity
Authors: Purwati Dewi Dwi , Gusrizal Gusrizal , Sayekti Endah
Published: January 2024

Silver nanoparticles have superior properties that attract much attention because they can increase their effectiveness and efficiency compared to their macroscopic size. Silver nanoparticles have several benefits, one of which is as an antibacterial agent. Synthesis of silver nanoparticles was carried out by reducing silver ions (Ag+) to uncharged silver (Ag0) using a reducing agent from Hibiscus sabdariffa Linn. petal extract. This research aims to synthesize silver nanoparticles by studying several parameters that influence their formation, such as the pH of Hibiscus sabdariffa Linn. petal extract, reaction time, silver nitrate concentration, and Hibiscus sabdariffa Linn. petal extract concentration. The silver nanoparticles formed were then tested for their antibacterial activity. The experimental results showed that the best synthesis was performed using Hibiscus sabdariffa Linn. petal extract with pH 10, reaction time of 45 minutes, silver nitrate concentration of 1×10-4 M, and Hibiscus sabdariffa Linn. petal extract concentration of 0.004%. The synthesized silver nanoparticles, examined through a transmission electron microscope, exhibited a size distribution ranging from 2 to 26 nm with an average size of 12 ± 3 nm, which was stable with a storage time of 3 months. Silver nanoparticles showed antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus aureus. Hibiscus sabdariffa Linn. petal extract is a promising reducing agent for producing antibacterial silver nanoparticles, showcasing its potential in this application.
Představy žáků základních škol o trávicí soustavě
Authors: Kovařík Petr , Kubiatko Milan , Randáčková Dominika
Published: January 2024

Představy o jakémkoliv jevu či fenoménu se vyvíjejí od raného věku dítěte zejména vlivem působení vnějších faktorů. Hlavním cílem výzkumu bylo zjistit představy žáků prvního stupně základní školy o trávicí soustavě a stanovit vliv různých faktorů ovlivňujících úroveň představ o trávicí soustavě, zejména se zaměřením na konceptuální změnu s ohledem na přechod na druhý stupeň. Respondenty výzkumu byli žáci prvního i druhého stupně základních škol (n = 193). Výzkumný nástroj byl tvořen třemi částmi. První část tvořily demografické proměnné, druhá část byla zaměřena na vnímání vlastní zranitelnosti. Poslední část byla zaměřena na představy respondentů o trávicí soustavě, které byly identifikovány prostřednictvím dětské kresby. Pro analýzu dat byly využity metody deskriptivní a induktivní statistiky. Žáci pátého ročníku dosáhli nejvyššího skóre, nejnižší skóre bylo dosaženo žáky prvního a devátého ročníku. Slinivka břišní byla nejvíce absentujícím orgánem trávicí soustavy v kresbách žáků. V závěru jsou navrhnuty možnosti pro aplikaci do pedagogické praxe.
Možnosti využitia poznania neurovied v teórii fyzikálneho vzdelávania
Authors: Červeňová Daša , Demkanin Peter
Published: January 2024

V 20. storočí teóriu vyučovania fyziky, podobne ako iné odborové didaktiky, významným spôsobom ovplyvnili výsledky práce empirických psychológov. Takmer určite každý učiteľ pozná mená ako Piaget, Bruner, Maslow a každý učiteľ pozná Bloomovu taxonómiu. V súčasnosti začína byť celkom zrejmé, že časť teoretického pozadia procesov dejúcich sa v rámci učenia sa fyziky sa presúva do novej oblasti nazývanej neurovedy, vedy o učení sa, vedy nazývanej aj veda o myslení, mozgu a učení sa. Tímy neurovedcov vybavené kvalitnými medicínskymi zobrazovacími metódami pátrajú po tom, v ktorých častiach mozgu prebiehajú ktoré operácie, ako tieto časti navzájom spolupracujú a ako možno vysvetliť, spresniť a doplniť zistenia psychológov 20. storočia. Prípadne upozorňujú na závery, ktoré sa javia ako nepodložené. Príspevok podrobne rozpracúva jednu z teórií súvisiacu s fungovaním našej mysle. Teória klasifikuje spôsoby uvažovania do piatich kategórií, symboly, vzory, usporiadania, kategórie a vzťahy. Pilotné vedomé používanie týchto kategórií vo fyzikálnom vzdelávaní sa javí ako sľubné a zdá sa, že má potenciál ho skvalitniť prostredníctvom zapracovania do učebníc, ako aj do práce učiteľa.
Conference report: International conference “Language, Culture and Law – Semiotic Perspectives on Forestry & Hunting «Cultural Value of Hunting». 18th Conference on Translation, Interpreting, LSPs and Cultural Studies”. Obrzycko, 15th–17th June 2023
Authors: Nowak Oliver
Published: January 2024

Conference report: International conference “Language, Culture and Law – Semiotic Perspectives on Forestry & Hunting «Cultural Value of Hunting». 18th Conference on Translation, Interpreting, LSPs and Cultural Studies”. Obrzycko, 15th–17th June 2023
Designing a digital portfolio as an instrument to address literary texts in the EFL classroom
Authors: Lasa-Álvarez Begoña
Published: January 2024

This study discusses the use of a digital portfolio as a means of incorporating literary texts as didactic resources in the EFL classroom. It is structured as follows: (i) introduction, (ii) advantages of using literary texts in the EFL classrooms; (iii) an analysis of portfolios in general, and digital portfolios in particular; (iv) a description of the current proposal for teaching and learning, involving an e-portfolio which focuses on the book Frankenstein, or The Modern Prometheus, by Mary Shelley; and (v) conclusion. In using such a digital resource, students not only read the book itself, but need to complete the three components of the portfolio – a language diary, a language biography, and a section about literary landscapes – all at the different stages in the learning process. The benefits to students were expected to include a positive effect on their overall acquisition of the foreign language, along with the development of other skills and competences, particularly self-assessment and digital competence, while also gaining knowledge about the literary text in question.
Second, But Not Last: Competition with Positive Spillovers
Authors: Guerra Alice , Parisi Francesco
Published: January 2024

This paper extends the traditional rent-seeking model to consider contests in which the effects of the contestants’ efforts are externally unproductive (i.e., redistributive) but internally productive (i.e., with positive spillover effects on other contestants). Our results show that when players act sequentially, the presence of positive spillovers on other contestants may reduce, or even reverse, the first-mover’s advantage. A second-mover advantage is very likely to arise. Notably, in contests with multiple players, the second-mover advantage does not unravel into a last-mover advantage. Players want to be second, but not last. The comparative statics analysis shows how the strength of positive spillovers affects contestants’ equilibrium expenditures and payoffs, and aggregate rent dissipation.
Performance optimization and investigation of metal-cored filler wires for high-strength steel during gas metal arc welding
Authors: Thakar Hemenkumar H. , Chaudhari Mrunalkumar D. , Vora Jay J. , Patel Vivek , Das Subhash , Bandhu Din , Gupta Manish , Reddy V. Suryaprakash
Published: January 2024

This study examines the utilization of metal-cored filler wire in conjunction with the gas metal arc welding (GMAW) technique for welding high-strength S690QL steel. Since welding parameters significantly impact the bead quality and weld joint integrity, the main objective was to identify the optimal welding parameters. To achieve this, the input variables including the current (A), voltage (V), and gas flow rate (GFR), and their effects were evaluated for reinforcement (R), width (W), depth of penetration (DOP), and the width of the heat-affected zone (HAZ). For a more efficient and cost-effective investigation, a Box–Behnken design, which is based on response surface methodology, was used for bead-on-plate trials. Mathematical regression models, derived from experimental data, were rigorously validated using the analysis of variance, main effects plots, residual analysis, and the R
2 and Adj. R
2 values. Additionally, the heat transfer search (HTS) algorithm was employed for process optimization. While single-objective optimization provided optimal settings for individual responses, simultaneous optimization aimed to strike a balance between multiple, sometimes conflicting, objectives. This comprehensive approach resulted in specific values, including a reinforcement (R) of 4.285 mm, a width (W) of 9.906 mm, a DOP of 2.039 mm, and an HAZ width of 2.020 mm. These values were achieved with specific input parameters: current (221 A), voltage (24 V), and GFR (21 L·min−1). The Pareto solutions offered a nuanced selection of the most suitable configuration, taking into account the desired values for R, W, DOP, and HAZ. The close alignment between predicted and experimentally measured values for the responses highlights the precision and suitability of the HTS algorithm in estimating critical bead geometries during GMAW of S690QL plates.
Titchmarsh’s theorem with moduli of continuity in Laguerre hypergroup
Authors: Rakhimi Larbi , Daher Radouan
Published: January 2024

In this paper, we prove the Titchmarsh theorem for Laguerre hypergroup

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Preserving sight: Managing and preventing diabetic retinopathy
Authors: Dar Mohd Altaf , Maqbool Mudasir , Ara Irfat , Qadrie Zulfkar
Published: January 2024

Preserving eyesight in the presence of diabetic retinopathy, a subtle complication of diabetes, requires a proactive and comprehensive approach. This condition, characterized by the gradual deterioration of the blood vessels in the retina, can quietly advance and pose a significant threat to vision. Effectively managing this issue involves careful control of blood glucose levels through medications, dietary choices, and physical activity. By preventing prolonged high blood sugar levels, the main culprit behind retinal damage, individuals can slow down the progression of diabetic retinopathy and minimize its impact on vision. Medical interventions, such as laser therapies and anti-vascular endothelial growth factor injections, offer targeted measures to address abnormal blood vessel growth and leakage. Regular eye assessments are crucial, providing early detection opportunities even in the absence of obvious symptoms and allowing for timely intervention before irreversible damage occurs. Prevention is equally important, emphasizing proactive measures to avoid diabetic retinopathy. Monitoring blood pressure and lipid levels, along with adopting a health-conscious lifestyle, strengthens cardiovascular health, indirectly protecting the fragile retinal blood vessels. By following diabetes management protocols, maintaining a balanced diet, engaging in regular physical activity, and avoiding tobacco use, individuals can significantly reduce their vulnerability to diabetic retinopathy. Combined with efforts to increase community awareness and educate about the importance of regular eye check-ups, this comprehensive approach empowers individuals to actively manage their eye health, ultimately preserving the precious gift of sight.
Non-similar modeling and numerical simulations of microploar hybrid nanofluid adjacent to isothermal sphere
Authors: Abbasi A. , Farooq W. , Gul M. , Gupta Manish , Abduvalieva Dilsora , Asmat Farwa , AlQahtani Salman A.
Published: January 2024

In today’s era of rapid technological development, there is an increasing requirement for high-functioning investiture solutions, working liquids and materials that can satisfy the benchmarks of energy efficacy. Specifically, within the domain of heat transference-based industries, an essential challenge is to fabricate a cooling medium that can effectually cope with dissipation of substantial heat flux engendered by high-energy utilizations. At present, nanoliquids are extensively deliberated as some of the most promising aspirants for such effectual cooling mediums. The current investigation features hybrid nanoliquid flow adjacent to magnetized non-isothermal incompressible sphere. Rheological expressions representing micropolar liquid are accounted for flow formulation. The rheological analysis is developed using the boundary-layer concept. Buoyancy impact is accounted for heat transference analysis. Nanoparticles with distinct shapes are considered. The developed nonlinear systems are computed numerically and non-similar simulations are performed.
Revealing key role of T cells in neurodegenerative diseases, with potential to develop new targeted therapies
Authors: Zhang Haofuzi , Jiang Xiaofan
Published: January 2024

David M. Holtzman and his team at the University of Washington School of Medicine have made breakthroughs in their research on neurodegenerative diseases. They discovered that the infiltration of T cells into the brain, instigated by activated microglia, is a critical factor in the progression of tauopathy. The groundbreaking findings were published in Nature on March 8, 2023. This research delineates a pivotal immune hub linked to tauopathy and neurodegeneration; a complex interplay involving activated microglia and T cell responses. This discovery could potentially become a target for developing therapeutic interventions for Alzheimer’s disease and primary neurodegeneration.
Venkovská usedlost čp. 5 v Kohoutovicích: poznatky z průzkumu patrového roubeného domu na Českodubsku
Authors: Konvalinková Tereza , Ouhrabka Martin
Published: January 2024

The article summarizes the documentation of house No. 5 in Kohoutovice, which was managed to be documented as part of a survey of the oldest representatives of vernacular architecture in Český Dub area and Jizera river area. This is a historic homestead in an extremely authentic structural form, important for understanding the development of a multi-storey country house. The documentation of house No. 5 was motivated by an effort to supplement and update older surveys, ranking the object among the representatives of the oldest surviving layer of a timber house in the region. The dendrochronological analysis placed the age of this house up to the fi rst third of the 19th century, and this conclusion can thus serve to complete the timeline of the development of the one-story timber house in the region. House No. 5, despite the overall maintenance, shows partial failures of the wooden structures, which may require more extensive replacements in the future. The house is protected as a cultural monument, so even its repairs should be carried out in accordance with monument principles. Apart from the partial modernization of the living area, the homestead has been preserved in an extremely authentic state with a number of valuable elements - for example, a set of historic door panels including fi ttings. It is a valuable representative of the wealthy farmstead in the researched area.
AKCEPTACE / INTERVENCE / DESTRUKCE – úvahy o adaptabilitě industriální architektury
Authors: Šenberger Tomáš
Published: January 2024

The use of abandoned industrial buildings, perceived as part of the industrial heritage, by inserting a new, usually non-production function, is a proven form of saving them. However, the relationship between the original building substance and the new function depends in the fi rst place on the adaptability of the industrial building. What are the main principles to be maintained when saving an industrial building for new functions through the form of conversion, or more precisely adaptive reuse? What obstacles stand in the way of these proven procedures and under what conditions can the original building, which is registered in the list of immovable cultural monuments, be meaningfully adapted? The three described basic variants of work with industrial buildings - acceptance/intervention/destruction - are documented by selected regional examples.
Etiology and overview of surgical and non-surgical management of facial nerve palsy
Authors: Kadubiec Aleksandra , Szychta Paweł
Published: January 2024

The facial nerve paralysis is a functionally and aesthetically compromising condition that may have a very negative impact on many important functions such as facial mimics, oral competence, speech, mastication, deglutition and eye protection, potentially leading to anxiety disorders and depression in up to one third of the affected patients. There are many different etiologies of facial nerve paralysis, the most common being Bell’s palsy and trauma. According to the etiology, there are different treatment approaches falling into two main categories: surgical and non-surgical. The aim of this article is the overview of surgical and non-surgical treatments for facial nerve palsy in reference to different etiologies.
Leczenie trudno gojącej się rany okolicy lędźwiowo-krzyżowej o nieznanej etiologii – opis przypadku
Authors: Pasek Jarosław , Kucharzewski Marek , Cieślar Grzegorz
Published: January 2024

Istotnym problemem zdrowotnym w wielu krajach świata jest występowanie trudno gojących się ran, w tym ran o nieznanej etiologii. Zgodnie z aktualnymi rekomendacjami skuteczna terapia ran wymaga w pierwszej kolejności przeprowadzenia właściwej diagnostyki, a następnie wdrożenia leczenia przyczynowego i prawidłowej pielęgnacji. W cięższych przypadkach niezbędna jest hospitalizacji oraz interwencje chirurgiczne. Przewlekłe rany w dużym stopniu obniżają poczucie jakości życia, będąc przyczyną znacznych ograniczeń dotyczących funkcjonowania fizycznego i społecznego. Według najnowszych wytycznych dotyczących leczenia ran tylko skoordynowana i kompleksowa opieka może zapewnić końcowy sukces terapeutyczny, polegający na ich pełnym wyleczeniu. W pracy przedstawiono korzystne wyniki leczenia 74-letniego pacjenta z oporną na leczenie raną okolicy lędźwiowo-krzyżowej o nieznanej etiologii, u którego wdrożono kompleksowe postępowanie terapeutyczne, uwzględniające aktywne opatrunki specjalistyczne, zabiegi fizykalne oraz działania mające na celu zachowanie higieny rany. W wyniku zastosowanego leczenia po upływie 13 tygodni u pacjenta uzyskano pełne wygojenie rany.
Abortion – Freedom of Decision or a Crime?
Authors: Latakaitė Greta , Rimzhus Lidiya
Published: January 2024

This article analyzes an issue that has existed for a very long time in human history but is one of the most debated worldwide. There is no consensus: abortion is a woman‘s freedom of choice, or for that matter, a crime. The work presents the beginning of human life. He explains how abortion is understood from religious, legal, and medical perspectives. The features of the crime of illegal abortion are given. In this written work, a comparative analysis of other foreign countries is also carried out, which aims to clarify the legal regulation of abortion in other countries.
Sankcijų poveikis komerciniam arbitražui
Authors: Zenevičius Nortautas , Zokaitė Justina
Published: January 2024

Impact of sanctions on commercial arbitration. Justina Zokaitė. Nortautas Zenevičius. This research paper analyses the possible effects of sanctions on commercial arbitration. The study analyses whether the impact of sanctions has an impact on the initiation of an arbitration dispute, arbitrability, applicable law and the enforcement of an arbitral award (the latter in relation to public policy). The article assumes that sanctions do not affect the initiation and, normally, the arbitrability of a dispute. However, sanctions may have an impact on the applicable law - an arbitrator dealing with a dispute between parties is unlikely to be able to ignore the applicable sanctions, which constitute mandatory rules. Similarly, disregard of sanctions may lead to a breach of international public policy. In the latter case, however, only sanctions imposed by the United Nations Security Council are recognised as part of international public policy. In contrast, sanctions imposed by individual States or even by the European Union will not necessarily be in conformity with international public policy.
Taksonomijos reglamento įtaka aplinkosauginiams mokesčiams Lietuvoje
Authors: Jokubauskas Audrius , Janušauskaitė Kamilė
Published: January 2024

From being an object of scientific discussions climate change has found its way to our everyday lives. It has become an inevitable driver for political decisions. On December 11, 2019 the European Union presented its Green Deal, an action plan to attain sustainable development goals as adopted by the UN General Assembly on September 25, 2015, and in the Paris climate agreement. The EU seeks to become climate-neutral by 2050. A core element of the Green Deal is a system for sustainable finance for climate-friendly economic activities. A common vocabulary is needed in order to eveluate the scope of such economic activities, to balance the input of private and public bodies, and to ensure a fair competition for the investments. Such a vocabulary, also known as Taxonomy, is presented by the Regulation (EU) 2020/852 of the European Parliament and of the Council. It introduces labels and criteria that allow to identify and compare economic activities in the light of sustainability. Eventhough the Taxonomy regulation is a legal act of direct application, it manages to introduce norms into the laws passed by the Lithuanian Parliament. The duty to disclose information on the environmental sustainability of economic activities and investment products comes into force in 2023. Seeking to transform the markets, tax cuts are introduced for economic activities that are in line with the environmental goals. This article unfolds the concept of Taxonomy as well as its impact on investment and tax legislation in Lithuania.
Terapinė jurisprudencija – kelias pasitikėjimo teise link. Mediacijos atvejis
Authors: Grybauskaitė Dominyka , Jakaitytė Ugnė
Published: January 2024

The article analyses the implementation of therapeutic jurisprudence in mediation. Therapeutic jurisprudence is an interdisciplinary field of study that seeks to explore how the negative effects of legislation and the application of law can be reduced and the therapeutic effects enhanced. The judicial process often exacerbates an existing conflict and intensifies the negative experiences caused by the conflict itself. Therefore, the objectives of therapeutic jurisprudence can be achieved through alternative dispute resolution methods, including mediation. The work reveals how aims and principles of mediation implement the ideas of therapeutic jurisprudence and how the use of mediation allows for the achievement of a socially beneficial goal of increasing trust in the legal system.  

The article provides a comparative analysis of mediation in family cases in Canada and Lithuania and assesses whether the ideas of therapeutic jurisprudence are implemented in Lithuania through the institute of family dispute mediation. The comparative analysis of Lithuanian and Norwegian regulation of mediation in criminal justice shows that that the Norwegian model of victim-offender mediation can serve as a model for the realization of the goals of therapeutic jurisprudence in Lithuania.
Unlocking the Full Value of Data – Mission (Im)Possible?
Authors: Petrošiūtė Eglė , Sabanskaitė Justė
Published: January 2024

The article provides insights into the growing popularity of new technologies and the amount of data that is being generated worldwide. Therefore, legislators are obligated to issue laws that are up to date. Hence, this article analyses the new proposed legislation in the European Union that ensures the possibility for individuals and businesses to gain access and exert control over data and share it with third parties. The authors of this paper conclude that the opportunity of freely sharing generated data is worthwhile, however, the drawbacks, such as concerns about privacy, potential discrimination and biases, as well as lack of infrastructure and personal data protection, should also be considered.
Injuries and Violence in Sports: “What Happens on the Court Stays on the Court?”
Authors: Norvidaitė Ieva , Biečiūtė Patricija , Lapis Vilius
Published: January 2024

The article analyzes the problem of violence used during sports and the legal and medical assessment of such actions in society. For this purpose, the legal doctrine in the context of health impairment during sports is examined, the criminal law and other legal acts regulating sports relations are evaluated. Also analyzed is the extremely scarce case law, which assesses the damage caused to athletes during sports and the responsibility for it. Finally, medical criteria are also evaluated - the specifics of the injuries that usually occur during sports and competitions, their features and possible consequences, which, in most cases, lead to the end of an athlete‘s career. 

One cannot disagree that sport is an extremely useful activity for individuals whose participants often lack legal clarity regarding the legal responsibility for their actions. Meanwhile, health impairment caused by violation of sports rules is undesired result, especially if done on purpose. Taking this into account, the article fraises fundamental questions – is damage in sports tolerable from the state‘s point of view, and which is not only intolerable, but for which it is perhaps necessary to apply the strictest type of legal responsibility – criminal responsibility?
Finitude of life in a reference hospital for infectious diseases: a descriptive study
Authors: Mandato Ferragut Juliana , Aguiar Silva Janaila Maria de , Pinto Lílian Macambira , Rocha de Castro Luís Gustavo , Vale de Carvalho João Gabriel , Marques Sampaio Edgar Gomes , Pires Neto Roberto da Justa
Published: January 2024

Background: Patients living with serious infectious diseases, such as infection by human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) or tuberculosis (TB), are candidates for palliative care from diagnosis to the advanced stage of the disease. There is a scarcity of studies on palliative care for infectious diseases. The purpose of this study was to describe the clinical and care aspects related to palliative care in patients with severe serious illness that occurs in a referral hospital for infectious diseases. Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional, retrospective study of patients who died of severe advanced disease during hospitalization in a Brazilian reference hospital for infectious diseases from January 2017 to March 2018. We defined serious illness as a health condition that presented a high risk of mortality, and negatively affected a person’s daily function or quality of life, or overloaded their caregivers. Results: There were 95 deaths during this period, of which 77 (81%) were included for analysis. Forty-nine (63.6%) were male. The mean age was 56.3 years (SD 17.34). The average time from hospitalization to death was 8.15 (SD 15.67) days. Of the 77 patients, 24 (31.1%) had active TB, 37 (48%) had HIV infection, and 21 (27.2%) had advanced neoplasia. At the time of death, 49 (62.8%) were admitted to the ward, 8 (10.2%) to the emergency unit, and 21 (26.9%) to the ICU. At the time of death, 51 (63.5%) used vasoactive drugs, 49 (62.8%) used mechanical ventilation, 17 (21.7%) underwent hemodialysis, 56 (71.7%) had a central venous catheter, 55 (70.5%) had an indwelling urinary catheter, 59 (75.6%) were on enteral diet by nasoenteral tube or gastrostomy, and 58 (75.3%) received antibiotic therapy. At the time of death, only 10 (12.9%) patients used opioids to control symptoms of late life, such as pain and dyspnea. Conclusions: Assistance for suffering in patients with severe health conditions and finitude of life, even in a hospital unit specialized in infectious diseases, occurred to a limited extent. It is necessary to evaluate the benefits of a specialized service in palliative care in order to provide better assistance to patients with this profile.
New technique for two ports laparoscopic appendicectomy
Authors: Morshed Ghada
Published: January 2024

Background: The laparoscopic approach is increasingly used nowadays for appendicectomy. Three ports are used in laparoscopic appendicectomy, sub-umbilical port and supra-pubic port in which port sites are hidden the by the natural camouflages and the third port in the right iliac fossa which is the only visible scar. The third port scar can be made invisible by using a hook for appendicular traction. Aim: The aim of this study is to describe a new technique for laparoscopic appendicectomy with more cosmetic appearance. Materials and methods: 85 cases were done from January 2017to July 2022. Two ports Laparoscopic Appendicectomy were done using a hook in the right iliac fossa for appendicular traction as the third port after introducing 10 mm subumbilical telescopic port and a 10mm suprapubic working port. Results: All cases were done successfully, there were no post operative complications, mean operative time was 50 minutes. Conclusion: This new technique with two ports laparoscopic appendicectomy is very successful with the advantage of invisible scars.
The current state and prospects for the development of the Lost Foam Casting process
Authors: Shinsky V.O. , Doroshenko V.S. , Klymenko S.I.
Published: January 2024

Increasing the capacity of foundry production can play a decisive role in the recovery of the machine-building and defense sectors of the Ukrainian industry. The current state and prospects for the development of foundry technology — Lost Foam Casting (LFС) process, as well as its possibilities for increasing the volume of metal processing into finished parts on the example of China, are considered. For foundries of low-volume casting, which need fast production of foundry patterns, the LFС method contributes to the minimization of capital and current costs. The melting, casting and finishing processes in LFС are the same as in typical foundry processes, with the exception of the need for a 30—50 oC higher pour temperature. The process of making patterns from polystyrene foam (EPS) has been developed in several variants and can initially be implemented on a small scale to obtain trial castings. An existing foundry, after successful trials with a simplified LFC process, can increase batch sizes of castings along with increased investment in tooling and equipment to do so. Mechanical processing when obtaining foam patterns is beneficial for volumes of less than 100 castings, and for a series of more than 1000 castings (common use of LFС) sintering of granulated EPS in molds is used, including the use of automated equipment for this. In terms of the amount of solid and gaseous waste, LFС in forms with dry vacuumed sand is ecologically superior to most foundry processes. The LFС process is constantly developing and improving, easily includes 3D technologies in the sequence of its operations and is amenable to digitization, automation, robotization and scaling, refers to high-precision casting in sand molds using noncapital- intensive equipment. The example of China shows the possibility of a rapid increase in the production of castings in a wide range of their weight, nomenclature and type of used metal alloys.
Financing Policy Considerations From Texas to Optimize Care for Children With Medical Complexity
Authors: Kirsch Lisa , Berhane Rahel , Sharp Kendall , Alexander Mari-Ann , Santa Sherry , Rosenbloom Adam H. , Benschoter Maureen , Fitton Steve , Magee Carisa , Laurel Ardas
Published: January 2024

Texas has a tremendous opportunity and momentum to build a more effective system of care for children with medical complexity (CMC) and their families. This is evidenced by growing collaboration among many committed partners since implementation of the Medicaid STAR Kids managed care program in 2016 and Texas’ participation in a US Health Resources and Services Administration-funded, 10-state Collaborative Improvement and Innovation Network to Advance Care for CMC from 2017 to 2022. Texas has several comprehensive health homes for CMC that position the state to serve as a national model of integrated, family-centered care for CMC and ensure high-quality care to an exceedingly vulnerable population. Further, Texas’ elected leaders demonstrated their interest in system innovation in 2019 and 2021 by enacting state legislation to explore alternative care models and conduct a health home pilot for CMC. Much more must be done to sustain the work underway and bring the promise of care transformation to reality. To this point, we recommend that care planning and coordination be delegated to provider-led, integrated health homes for CMC with alternative payment structures that appropriately reimburse and align incentives with optimal care delivery. To realize the policy aspirations of an effective system of care for CMC, regulatory oversight, payment models, and outcome measures need to be improved to align with the vision articulated in Texas legislation and agency guidance. Although each state’s Medicaid program is different, we believe each state can take away policy lessons from those learned by Texas.
Uso de herbicidas naturales como potenciales desecantes en frijol
Authors: González Lutz María Isabel , Agüero Alvarado Renán , Portuguez García Mary Pamela
Published: January 2024

Introducción. Diversas sustancias naturales con potencial herbicida podrían ser promisorias para desecar frijol (Phaseolus vulgaris L.). Objetivo. Evaluar el efecto desecante sobre plantas de frijol, de sustancias de origen natural y el ácido acético glacial sobre plantas de frijol. Materiales y métodos. Se establecieron al azar parcelas experimentales de 5 metros lineales con los siguientes tratamientos, extracto de pino al 15 % (3,75 kg ia ha-1) y extracto de ajo al 60 % (6 kg ia ha-1), una sustancia natural a base de D-limoneno puro (500 ml l-1) + un tensoactivo a base de etoxilatos de éster de soja al 4,76 % (% v/v) y acético glacial al 99,3 % (49,65 kg ia ha-1). Un testigo sin aspersión de herbicida fue incluido como control. Se anotó el grado de daño visual encontrado en el follaje del frijol a los dos y 15 días después de la aspersión (dda); además, al final de experimento se registró el peso seco del grano, por tratamiento. Resultados. A los dos días después de aplicado, tanto el ácido acético como el extracto de ajo formulado produjeron el mayor grado de daño en el frijol. A los 15 dda se obtuvo el mismo grado de daño con el uso todas las sustancias, excepto con el d-limoneno, la cual causó un daño moderado. El peso del grano fue mayor cuando se utilizó d-limoneno. Conclusión. Todos los herbicidas naturales causaron un grado de daño de moderado a severo en el follaje del frijol, sin embargo, causar un daño moderado mediante el d-limoneno fue suficiente para la obtención de un mayor peso de los granos de frijol.
Alfabetización de adultos, derechos humanos e inclusión: estudio en dos escuelas nocturnas en el cantón de San Ramón
Authors: Mejías Vindas Maricruz
Published: January 2024

El presente artículo recupera los resultados de la investigación cualitativa realizada en dos instituciones educativas del cantón de San Ramón, donde se aplica el programa del Ministerio de Educación Pública (MEP) denominado Escuela Nocturna, específicamente, en lo que se refiere a la alfabetización de jóvenes y adultos. Mediante esta investigación se procura dar respuesta a tres interrogantes: ¿Reciben los usuarios de este servicio la atención académica adecuada para personas en condición de vulnerabilidad? ¿Se aplica la inclusión, durante la Pandemia por la COVID-19, en las lecciones del programa de Alfabetización de Adultos, tomando en cuenta que se trata de seres humanos que esperan ser tratados como personas con derechos y deberes? ¿Se hace énfasis como educadores de este programa, en la importancia de conocer acerca de los derechos humanos y los diferentes tratados nacionales e internacionales que apuntan hacia una formación en igualdad de condiciones?

La alfabetización básica, en este artículo, se abordará desde la perspectiva basada en los derechos humanos y se concibe como uno de los principios de integración que propician el desarrollo humano desde los primeros aportes de Paulo Freire hasta el Diseño Universal de Aprendizaje (DUA).

La metodología presenta un diseño etnográfico, donde la participación activa en el proceso por parte de la persona investigadora permite realizar una comparación del proceso educativo antes y después de la Pandemia ocasionada por el COVID-19. Sugiere la necesidad de dar a conocer el trato que tuvo el programa de atención a personas estudiantes y el abordaje tanto a nivel de mediación pedagógica, como de inclusión educativa. La triangulación mediante el análisis de las principales teorías permite obtener conclusiones valiosas acerca de la inclusión de estas personas estudiantes a la sociedad a través de la alfabetización.
Presentación: IIdo Congreso Centroamericano sobre Didáctica de la Lengua y la Literatura
Authors: Rivera Ronald
Published: January 2024

En la II Congreso Centroamericano sobre Didáctica de la Lengua y la Literatura, celebrado en la Universidad de Costa Rica en 2022, se presentaron investigaciones enfocadas en mejorar la educación costarricense, especialmente en habilidades comunicativas. Se abordaron temas como la alfabetización de adultos, métodos innovadores para fomentar la lectura, la importancia de la expresión escrita a mano en la comprensión lectora y el enfoque de Diseño Universal para el Aprendizaje en la enseñanza. También se exploró la dramatización para fortalecer la expresión oral y la comprensión lectora. Estos trabajos destacan la necesidad de la inclusión educativa y la importancia de los docentes en el proceso educativo.
estado de las habilidades socioemocionales de los estudiantes de Filología Hispánica en China y las estrategias de la impregnación del aprendizaje socioemocional a la clase de literatura hispánica
Authors: Zhenzhen Yu
Published: January 2024

Este trabajo se centra en la investigación de estrategias para desarrollar las habilidades socioemocionales del alumnado de Filología Hispánica a través de la impregnación del aprendizaje socioemocional en las asignaturas de literatura. A partir de dicho objeto, primero se habla de la necesidad y posibilidad del aprendizaje socioemocional en literatura, y se realiza un cuestionario para saber el nivel de las habilidades socioemocionales de los estudiantes universitarios de 3.º y 4.º curso de Filología Hispánica en China, porque las asignaturas literarias se realizan generalmente en dichos cursos. Tras un análisis cuantitativo a través de SPSS con los datos logrados en el cuestionario, encontramos que en general está en un nivel elevado, especialmente para los estudiantes con mayor competencia literaria. A falta de una asignatura específica de desarrollo del aprendizaje socioemocional para la carrera Filología Hispánica, la literatura es, de hecho, la mejor asignatura para influir en el desarrollo de las habilidades socioemocionales. Así, proponemos unas estrategias específicas desde diferentes perspectivas didácticas para la impregnación del aprendizaje socioemocional en la clase de literatura.