bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Maintaining Skill Development of Newly Qualified Physical Education Teachers
Authors: Evans Stuart
Published: October 2024

High percentages of newly qualified teachers drop out during their first 5 years of teaching in the classroom. Often, formal support systems are put in place to overcome ‘practice shock’. Yet this practice shock is generally associated with traditional academic subjects such as mathematics, humanities and science. The often-marginalised subject of physical education can be largely neglected when newly qualified teachers are considered. One strategy to reduce practice shock is that of an established mentoring program. The large volume of literature on mentoring across an array of education subjects suggests that mentoring is a valued skill. However, while mentoring is acknowledged as an essential prerequisite for successful teacher induction, its effectiveness in physical education may vary depending on the mentor’s quality of support and the mentee’s initial professional beliefs. This article draws on a structured analysis of research-based articles on mentoring for newly graduated physical education teachers and explores the discipline between mentee and mentor to make more valid inferences about the roles, responsibilities and outcomes of mentoring. The need for clarity around a physical education teacher’s role as a mentor and associated responsibilities relative to the provision of emotional support and guidance are examined along with suggestions for explicit transmission-oriented mentoring approaches to support beginning teachers’ professional development.
Relationship Between E-Prescription System Implementation Toward Pharmacy Service User Satisfaction at Labuang Baji Regional Hospital, Makassar
Authors: . Muliati , Ramli Anwar , Hafsa AM
Published: October 2024

Optimal pharmaceutical services are a vital component of healthcare in hospitals. The transition from manual prescription systems to E-prescription systems is expected to increase efficiency, reduce prescription errors, and increase consumer satisfaction. RSUD Labuang Baji has implemented the E-prescription system since January 2023. Prescription errors, whether in diagnosis or medication, can lead to adverse effects and pose potentially fatal risks to a patient's condition (Mursyid, 2023). This study aims to analyze the relationship between the implementation of the E-prescription system based on drug prescription and consumer satisfaction with pharmaceutical services at RSUD Labuang Baji Makassar. The research design is descriptive-analytic with a quantitative approach. Data were collected through questionnaires distributed to 96 outpatient respondents. Data analysis was performed using the chi-square method to evaluate the relationship between the implementation of e-prescriptions based on drug prescriptions and consumer satisfaction. The chi-square analysis results, processed using SPSS 27.0 for Windows with a significance level of p-value 0.05 or with a 95% confidence level, showed a significant relationship between fast drug waiting time and consumer satisfaction (p-value = 0.021). However, there was no significant relationship between prescription accuracy and consumer satisfaction (p-value = 0.315). The implementation of the E-prescription system at RSUD Labuang Baji Makassar has had a positive impact on consumer satisfaction with pharmaceutical services, particularly in reducing drug waiting times, although prescription accuracy did not significantly affect patients satisfaction

Key words: E-Prescription, Satisfaction, pharmaceutical services
The FLASHFIT Interactive Device in Healthcare: Revolutionizing Patient Engagement and Monitoring
Authors: Muthukrishnan M. , Imran K.S Syed , Praveena S.
Published: October 2024

The study investigates the effectiveness of the FLASHFIT interactive device in enhancing patient engagement and monitoring within healthcare settings. As digital health solutions become increasingly vital, FLASHFIT aims to bridge the gap between patients and healthcare providers by promoting active participation in health management. This research employs a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative data from patient usage metrics with qualitative feedback from users and healthcare professionals. Preliminary findings indicate that FLASHFIT significantly improves patient adherence to treatment plans and fosters a sense of autonomy in health management. Moreover, real-time monitoring capabilities facilitate timely interventions, enhancing overall patient outcomes. The study concludes that integrating interactive devices like FLASHFIT into healthcare practices empowers patients and streamlines communication between patients and providers, suggesting a transformative potential for future healthcare delivery models.

Keywords: FLASHFIT interactive device, patient engagement and monitoring
Emergency Preparedness for Waterborne Diseases in the Wake of Floods in Northern Cameroon:
A Call for Immediate Action
Authors: Elvis Fon Tata , Atanga Mary Bih Suh , Fonyuy Emmanuel Bodzewan
Published: October 2024

Severe flooding in Northern Regions of Cameroon (Far North, North and Adamawa Regions), triggered by torrential rains, has led to widespread displacement, destruction of infrastructure, and significant disruptions in essential services, particularly water, sanitation, and healthcare. This article, issued by public health researchers from Science For Life Foundation and Pinnacle University Institute, highlights the heightened risk of waterborne diseases following the recent floods and underscores the urgent need for enhanced emergency preparedness and response measures. Floods create conditions conducive to the spread of diseases such as cholera, typhoid fever, dysentery, and viral hepatitis by contaminating drinking water supplies with sewage and waste. Vulnerable populations, including children, pregnant women, the elderly, and those with pre-existing health conditions, are at increased risk. Overcrowding in temporary shelters further exacerbates the potential for disease outbreaks. The impact of climate change is intensifying the frequency and severity of such flooding events, making timely and effective intervention critical. This article reviews best practices for preventing and mitigating waterborne disease outbreaks, offering guidance to government authorities, health agencies, humanitarian organizations, and local communities. It aims to catalyze immediate action to safeguard public health and prevent a major crisis in the aftermath of the flooding

Keywords: Waterborne Diseases, Flooding, Emergency Preparedness.
Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (Complex Regional Pain Syndrome I): A Descriptive Case Study
Authors: Kaur Pahulpreet , Singh Jaspreet
Published: October 2024

Complex regional pain syndrome type I (CPRS I, formerly known as reflex sympathetic dystrophy) is a painful neuropathic disorder that develops after trauma affecting the limbs without overt nerve injury. The clinical features are spontaneous pain, hyperalgesia, impairment of motor function, swelling and autonomic abnormalities. Besides pain, autonomic (sympathetic) disturbances are characteristic clinical symptoms. These include regional abnormalities of cutaneous, vascular and sudomotor function. At present CPRS I is a pure clinical diagnosis and no objective test procedure exists to diagnose this entity with high sensitivity and specificity. The primary objective of physiotherapeutic modalities is goal-oriented function restoration, henceforth it’s been proven that this syndrome has poor prognosis.

Keywords: Hyperalgesia, Autonomic abnormalities, Sympathetic disturbances, Sudomotor abnormalities, CPRS I.
Lifestyle Factors in Diabetes Management: Insights from the Kerala Paradox for the Indian Diaspora
Authors: Nath Rivan
Published: October 2024

With an estimated 101 million people living with diabetes, India ranks second in the world for the highest number of cases. In particular, Kerala, a state in southern India, faces what is known as the "Kerala Paradox", where strong socio-economic indicators fail to translate into lower levels of lifestyle-related diseases. As a result, Kerala has one of the highest diabetes prevalence rates in the country, ranking among the top three. This research paper aims to thoroughly analyse the Kerala Paradox and explore the factors contributing to it. It then extends the analysis through primary data to assess whether these lifestyle factors also influence the prevalence of diabetes in the Delhi NCR region. The latter half of the paper builds on findings from the literature review and primary research to evaluate the implications for diabetes management across the Indian diaspora.

Keywords: India, Kerala paradox, Diabetes, Lifestyle factors, Physical activity, Dietary habits, Diabetes Management
Capítulo 1. Hacia una definición del valor de los medios de comunicación de servicio público: una propuesta sostenible y adaptable
Authors: Cañedo Azahara , Rodríguez-Castro Marta
Published: October 2024

El panorama global de los medios de comunicación, dominado por conglomerados transnacionales privados, ha reavivado el debate sobre los medios de comunicación de servicio público. Estas organizaciones, financiadas prioritariamente con fondos públicos, enfrentan la necesidad de redefinir su valor distintivo en el contexto del capitalismo de plataformas: deben ofrecer más valor que los medios comerciales, con contenidos de alta calidad y un funcionamiento socialmente responsable, democrático, diverso y eficiente. En respuesta, diversos medios públicos de Europa han desarrollado estrategias de valor público para reforzar su legitimidad, como lo demuestran los casos de la ORF austriaca, la VRT flamenca, la BBC británica, la ARD alemana o la SRG SSR suiza. Si bien, en esta investigación se parte de la idea de que el debate debe replantearse desde una perspectiva global. Por ello, aunque este trabajo se sustenta en el estudio de los medios de comunicación de servicio público europeos, se pretende establecer una definición de valor público sostenible y adaptable a otras realidades geopolíticas. Los resultados de la metodología cualitativa aplicada, basada en una revisión sistemática de la regulación y literatura gris de estas corporaciones, destacan la dificultad de proponer una definición única de valor público, pero aportan una conceptualización basada en doce componentes adaptables a diferentes contextos mediáticos y retos futuros: compromiso social, diversidad, innovación, independencia, excelencia, universalidad, participación ciudadana, alfabetización mediática, responsabilidad, cohesión territorial, justicia social y cooperación.
Introducción. Sostenibilidad de los medios en la era digital
Authors: Candón-Mena José , Carrasco-Campos Ángel
Published: October 2024

Impulsada por el auge mundial de las economías neoliberales, la sostenibilidad se ha convertido en un componente estratégico de la reputación de todo tipo de instituciones. Los medios de comunicación ya sean públicos, privados o del tercer sector, no se escapan de esta tendencia de modo que, junto con su misión social relacionada con las libertades y derechos de la información, y la diversidad del sistema audiovisual y sus productos, se exige de ellos, además, el desarrollo de acciones para su viabilidad económica, así como para la reducción del impacto medioambiental de sus tecnologías. En consecuencia, en la actualidad la sostenibilidad del sistema de medios ocupa un lugar privilegiado en las agendas de investigación, que la investigación crítica y comprometida debe hacer propia como ejercicio contrahegemónico ante los postulados liberales dominantes en torno esta línea de trabajo. Este libro asume el reto de pensar la sostenibilidad de los medios desde la teoría crítica y la economía política de la comunicación. En el volumen se incluyen diferentes trabajos acerca de las implicaciones económicas, culturales, legales, sociales y medioambientales de los sistemas de medios contemporáneos en sus tres ámbitos destacados: privado, público y tercer sector.
Estudo clínico sobre os efeitos da curcumina associada à piperina na redução dos sintomas da síndrome pré-menstrual (SPM) e em parâmetros de estresse oxidativo e inflamação
Authors: Santos Neucilane Silveira dos , Oliveira Isabelle Rocha , Oliveira Danielle Carvalho Fonseca Falanga de , Freitas Paula Alexandre de , Araújo Juçara Cruz , Oliveira Ariclecio Cunha de
Published: October 2024

A Síndrome Pré-Menstrual (SPM) se refere a um conjunto de sintomas somáticos, psiquiátricos, cognitivos e comportamentais que aparecem antes da menstruação. Nas últimas décadas, tem havido um interesse considerável nos compostos ativos da cúrcuma para a redução de sintomas da SPM. Assim, este estudo teve por objetivo avaliar o efeito da suplementação com curcumina associada à piperina nos sintomas gerais da SPM e sua capacidade antioxidante e anti-inflamatória. Trata-se de um estudo clínico randomizado, duplo-cego, controlado por placebo, com amostra de 26 mulheres, com idade entre 20 e 45 anos. As participantes foram alocadas aleatoriamente para curcumina mais piperina (n = 13) e placebo (n = 13). Cada uma recebeu uma cápsula (100 mg de curcumina + 5 mg de piperina, ou placebo) a cada 12h, no período de 7 dias antes do início da menstruação até 3 dias após, durante dois ciclos menstruais consecutivos. As participantes forneceram informações sobre sintomas, dieta e outros fatores por questionário e/ou medição direta; além disso, dados antropométricos foram coletados. Amostras de sangue em jejum na fase lútea foram coletadas e as mulheres receberam planos alimentares individualizados. Enzimas como a Superóxido dismutase (SOD) e Glutationa peroxidase (GPx), Tiol, bem como hemograma completo, foram quantificados. Após dois ciclos consecutivos, o tratamento com curcumina + piperina demonstrou uma redução significativa dos sintomas gerais, psiquiátricos, comportamentais, somáticos e cognitivos, de mulheres com SPM em comparação ao placebo, mas sem diferenças estatísticas para parâmetros de estresse oxidativo e inflamação. Ambos os grupos tiveram uma redução significativa das concentrações da GPx após 2 meses de dieta mediterrânea.
Inquiries of DNA Interaction of Cobalt (II) Phthalocyanine Compound Bearing 4-tritylphenoxy Groups
Authors: Ali Arslanta and Mehmet Salih A rta Ali Arslanta and Mehmet Salih A rta
Published: October 2024

[Tetrakis-(4-tritylphenoxy) phthalocyaninato] Cobalt (II) (PcCo) was previously formed via the reaction of 4-(4-tritylphenoxy)phthalonitrile. The structure of the resulting PcCo was characterized using absorption spectra, infrared and NMR spectroscopies. The deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) connecting feature for PcCo was inquired in the different concentration of Calf Thymus-deoxyribonucleic acid (CT-DNA) using UV/Vis, fluorescence spectroscopy, gel agarose electrophoresis and thermal denaturation methods. UV/Vis spectrometer and fluorescence spectroscopy verified PcCo bounds to the DNA and the binding constant (Kb) of the PcCo was also calculated. The binding constant Kb is a very important parameter for getting information on the binding mechanism. The Kb of the compound was also calculated as 1.44 x 106 M-1. The value of Kb demonstrated that the complex binds to DNA through an intercalative binding mechanism. Additionally, thermal denaturation and the electrophoresis studies were implemented to analyze the interacting of PcCo via CT-DNA. In the absence of the complex, the melting experiments were conducted for CT-DNA and Tm was found 69.6 oC for the DNA and The Tm of PcCo complex was found 76.3 oC. Melting point temperature and electrophoresis experiments demonstrated that PcCo binds to CT-DNA through intercalation binding mechanisms. The acquired findings confirmed that PcCo links to the DNA via the intercalating binding manner. Therefore, PcCo may have potential use in cancer treatment. Because of this, further research is needed before this complex can be used in cancer treatment
Range of Molecular Weight of Different Effective Components in the Aqueous Extract of Angelica-Radix Hedysari Ultrafiltration Content by HPLC-MS
Authors: Chaoqun Liu Chaoqun Liu , Tao Du Tao Du , Jia Wang Jia Wang , Xinke Zhao Xinke Zhao , Yingdong Li Yingdong Li , Kai Liu Kai Liu
Published: October 2024

The molecular weight range of effective components in the aqueous extract of Angelica-Radix Hedysari (1:5) was analyzed, providing a foundation for understanding its chemical composition and pharmacodynamics. Ultrafiltration technology was used to prepare different forms of the extract, including water extract powder, ultrafiltration powder, ultrafiltration saponin component powder, and ultrafiltration polysaccharide component powder. High-performance liquid chromatography-mass spectrometric (HPLC-MS) were used to analyze these extracts. Comparison between the components of Angelica-Radix Hedysari using HPLC and HPLC-MS showed that the ultrafiltration products contained fewer components than the original extract powder. However, the content of some components in the ultrafiltration products increased. The components with molecular weight greater than 10 kDa were removed during ultrafiltration, resulting in fewer components in the ultrafiltration products compared to Angelica Hongqi extract powder.
Evaluation of orthopaedic residents from SOCLE phase to osteosynthesis simulation: feedback from the AO course
Authors: GALOIS L , BEL J.-C. , HEMMER J
Published: October 2024

Introduction: In 2019, the French College of Orthopaedic and Traumatology (CFCOT) made the AOTrauma course entitled “Basic Principles of Fracture Treatment” mandatory for all orthopaedic residents during the first year of their educational program i.e. during the SOCLE phase (common base phase). The objective of the evaluation was to determine which factors influenced the results of the practical work, according to the characteristics of the students and their experiences in laparoscopy or in arthroscopy in the operating theatre or on the simulator for arthroscopy.

Material and methods: In 2019 a total of 121 residents were included, corresponding to the full promotion. They filled out a preliminary questionnaire giving information on their general characteristics. Eight different workshops were evaluated. The grading of skills was as follows: “A” for “acquired”, “B” for “in progress” and “C” for “not acquired”. The data was collected on a computerized spreadsheet. The statistical analysis used the Welch test, the Chi2 test and the Fisher test.

Results: The average “A” percentage across all workshops was 87.8%. Factors predictive of a good result were experience in laparoscopy as the main operator (p = 0.014) and male sex (p = 0.014). We observed that the residents who had not performed arthroscopy in clinical practice had done more training on simulators than the others (p = 0.044). Residents who had performed at least one arthroscopy as a main operator were predominantly female (p < 0.001).

Discussion: The interest of this study lies in the novelty of the analysis of the results of a whole promotion of residents in the SOCLE phase in osteosynthesis simulation.

Conclusion: This novel evaluation deserves to be repeated by refining the evaluation tools before and during the course. It allowed us to know the weak points of the students during the simulated learning.
Fat embolism syndrome and massive middle cerebral artery occlusion: a case report
Authors: WATTIAUX B , CARLIER M , VANACKER P , REMICHE V , VANDERWEERDEN G
Published: October 2024

Fat embolism syndrome (FES) is common with bones fractures. It often involves several symptoms like respiratory distress, neurological impairment, and cutaneous rash. The symptoms often start after several hours or days after the trauma or the bone reduction. Neurological damages can be seen better with MRI and the pattern is most of the time a diffuse one but changes according to timing. In our case, the symptoms started in the recovery ward and a complete flow interruption by adipose material was seen in the left middle cerebral artery.
POSSIBILITIES OF USING SPRING WHEAT IN THE CREATION OF WINTER VARIETIES
Authors: Fedosenko D. , Sidorov A.
Published: October 2024

The results of many years of research on the creation of winter-hardy varieties of winter wheat using spring varieties are shown. The results of the collection of winter wheat investigation are presented and recommendations for its use are given. As a result of the research, breeding samples of winter wheat VL-7 and VL-27 were created and studied, that surpass the Novosibirskaya 3 standard in terms of winter hardiness, showing a yield at the level of the standard. In 2022 breeding samples that exceed the standard in productivity by 0.19-0.84 t/ha and in winter hardiness by 0.5-1.2 ranks were selected.
PARAMETERS OF ECOLOGICAL PLASTICITY OF BREEDING SAMPLES OF RUSSIAN WILDRYE UNDER THE CONDITIONS OF THE SOUTH OF CENTRAL SIBERIA
Authors: Shevcova M. , Kadorkina V. , Lubochnikov M.
Published: October 2024

Studies were carried out in 2020-2022. in the breeding nursery "FGBNU NIIAP Khakassia." The most favorable conditions for the formation of green mass yield were the medium index (Ij = + 15) in 2022, the lines AS 14 and AS 15 were highlighted. According to ecological plasticity (bi) and stability (Si ²), a sample of AS 15 (bi = 1.8; Si ² = 59.1) was outstanding. Stress resistance and genetic flexibility has an AS 1 line (stress resistance - -27.2; genetic flexibility - 76.4). Based on experimental data, a selection material with high green mass productivity, ecological plasticity and stability, resistant to soil-climatic conditions in the south of Central Siberia, was obtained.
WHEAT BREEDING IN OMSK SAU - RESULTS AND PROSPECTS
Authors: Shamanin V. , Potockaya I. , Chursin A. , Shepelev S. , Kuz'min O. , Pozherukova V. , Gladkih M. , Aydarov A. , Esse S. , Koshkin M. , Verner A.
Published: October 2024

The article presents the results of wheat breeding for the period 2019–2022 in the breeding and genetic center of the Omsk SAU. A brief description of disease resistant varieties of spring bread wheat and large-grained wheatgrass (as alternative to perennial wheat) suitable for the production of environmentally friendly wheat grain with minimal pesticide treatment, and for organic farming under conditions of Western Siberia and Ural regions is given
On BOS and its progenitor, the Background-Distortion Schlieren Technique
Authors: Settles Gary
Published: October 2024

My twin goals for this half hour are to describe a few unique aspects of the BOS technique that I have observed over 20 years of playing with it, and hopefully to raise your awareness of the close kinship between BOS and the much-older background-distortion schlieren technique from which it came; a relationship that I suspect many are not even aware of. This requires no heavy math but is conveyed, instead, mostly by examining schlieren images.

BOS is simple and easy to use, which is its greatest advantage, but that simplicity also conveys disadvantages, particularly non-parallel illumination and a sharp focus on the background rather than on the schlieren object. A second great advantage of BOS is its ability to image large fields-of-view without expensive optics, and a third is its adaptability to outdoor use.

Background-distortion schlieren, first discovered by Robert Hooke over 350 years ago, is now taken so much for granted that it usually goes nameless, or is simply referred to by terms such as “backlighting”. BOS and background-distortion schlieren share almost the same simple optical diagram, but while BOS necessarily focuses on a background pattern, background distortion schlieren focuses instead on the phenomenon under study with defocused background. Examples are drawn from nature and common experience, and include many experiments on multiphase flows such as drops and bubbles, where there are large differences in refractive index between the phases. A few simple guidelines help one to obtain both useful and attractive background-distortion schlieren images. Finally, a popular modern do-it-yourself macro-photography technique, sometimes called “oil and water photography,” is revealed to be a kitchen-table version of the ancient background-distortion schlieren method.
Supervised Learning for Operators
Authors: Stuart Andrew
Published: October 2024

Consider map F: U → V. Given data pairs {u_j,F(u_j)} the goal of supervised learning is to approximate F. Neural networks have shown considerable success in addressing this problem in settings where X is a finite dimensional Euclidean space and where Y is either a finite dimensional Euclidean space (regression) or a set of finite cardinality (classification). Motivated by the need for surrogate modeling (in, for example, Bayesian inversion) and by scientific discovery (in, for example, constitutive modeling) we focus on the design and analysis of algorithms which address supervised learning for settings where U and V comprise spaces of functions; thus F is an operator. The talk describes emerging methodology in this area, emerging theory which underpins the methodology and numerical experiments which elucidate the efficiency of different approaches. Various applications from continuum mechanics are described, including an inverse problem arising in incompressible fluid flow and constitutive modeling in viscoelasticity.
Double Dipping: Problems and solutions, with applications to single-cell RNA-sequencing data
Authors: Witten Daniela
Published: October 2024

In contemporary applications, it is common to collect very large data sets with the vaguely-defined goal of hypothesis generation. Once a dataset is used to generate a hypothesis, we might wish to test that hypothesis on the same set of data. However, this type of 'double dipping' violates a cardinal rule of statistical hypothesis testing: namely, that we must decide what hypothesis to test before looking at the data. When this rule is violated, then standard statistical hypothesis tests (such as t-tests and z-tests) fail to control the selective Type 1 error — that is, the probability of rejecting the null hypothesis, provided that the null hypothesis holds, and given that we decided to test this null hypothesis. While double dipping is pervasive throughout many application areas, in this talk I'll focus on the analysis of single-cell RNA-sequencing data. I'll introduce count splitting, an approach to overcome issues associated with double dipping in the context of latent variable estimation for count-valued data.
Exploiting Geometric Structure in Machine Learning and Optimization
Authors: Weber Melanie
Published: October 2024

Motivated by the observation that many applications involve non-Euclidean data, such as graphs, strings, or matrices, we discuss how Riemannian geometry can be exploited in Machine Learning and Optimization. First, we discuss the problem of characterizing data geometry from the perspective of Discrete Geometry, specifically focusing on the analysis of relational data. Secondly, we discuss examples of exploiting geometry in downstream tasks. We begin by considering the task of learning a classifier in hyperbolic spaces. Such spaces have received a surge of interest for representing large-scale, hierarchical data, since they achieve better representation accuracy with fewer dimensions. Next, we consider the problem of optimizing a function on a Riemannian manifold. Specifically, we will consider classes of optimization problems where exploiting Riemannian geometry can deliver algorithms that are computationally superior to standard (Euclidean) approaches.
Acmeological principles of organizing а scientific school
Authors:   Lipetsk State Technical University, Pachina Natalia N.
Published: October 2024

The article describes the acmeological principles of organizing а scientific school. The acmeological principles of the subject of activity, life activity, modeling, optimality, integration, multiprofessionalism, feedback, the operational-technological principle which are the basis for the organization of a scientific school are revealed.
Rhetoric’s Unconscious: Freud, Burke, Lacan
Authors: Cowan Jake
Published: October 2024

Despite seemingly broad acceptance within rhetorical theory, the category of the unconscious has remained understudied and misunderstood ever since Kenneth Burke first appropriated the concept from psychoanalysis, and his unquestioned commitment to conventional anthropocentric binaries continues to obscure the role and function of the unconscious within communication into this century. Offering a corrective reanalysis of the Freudian apparatus for contemporary rhetoricians, this article shows where Burke went wrong in his early encounter with psychoanalysis and suggests a vital alternative approach in the cybernetic recasting of Jacques Lacan, which suggests the possibility of an unconscious without Dramatism’s traditional humanist assumptions. In a lateral turn bringing this imagined dialogue between Burke and Lacan into our era, the article demonstrates how a Lacan-inflected posthumanist revision of rhetoric’s unconscious is better suited to address contemporary issues of mediated communication, such as the pedagogical import of AI and ChatGPT.
Cropping Patterns and Trends of Growth in Agricultural Food Crops in Karnataka
Authors: K.M Dr. Hanumanthappa. , Vittal Hatti Dr. Jayanand
Published: October 2024

Before canalizing the cropping pattern and growth levels in respect of area, production and yield of selected food crops in Karnataka, it would be worthwhile to preface this study with some basic ideas about crops, their sowing and harvesting seasons. Since this study is based on selected food crops, therefore, it would be worthwhile to examine their relative position with respect to area, production and yield. The crops selected are: Rice, Ragi, Jowar, Bajra, Maize, Wheat, Other Cereals, Gram, Tur, Other Pulses, Groundnut, Sugarcane and Cotton.
Códigos QR como táctica aplicable en estrategias de marketing de bajo costo
Authors: Sumba Nacipucha Nicolás , Cueva Estrada Jorge , López Chila Roberto
Published: October 2024

El estudio propone la creación de una táctica aplicable en estrategias de marketing de bajo costo, permitiendo combinar diferentes conceptos tales como marketing de guerrilla, tecnología y creatividad. Para esto se toma como base fundamental el concepto del marketing de guerrilla. Las sociedades comerciales deben ajustarse a presupuestos limitados por lo que es menester de estas organizaciones diseñar y aplicar tácticas publicitarias enmarcadas en estrategias de marketing de guerrilla que les permita alcanzar mayor presencia en el mercado. Para alcanzar el objetivo propuesto en primer lugar se analizaron diferentes tecnologías que pudieran ser utilizadas en el marketing empresarial, tales como el código QR, chips NFC y realidad aumentada, comparando entre ellas la facilidad de decodificación, el costo de implementación y los usos relacionados al marketing, ventas y publicidad. A continuación, se estudia el mercado guayaquileño para determinar las aplicaciones desarrolladas por las empresas y el nivel de conocimiento por parte de los potenciales clientes acerca de los códigos QR, de igual manera se procede a verificar la existencia de hardware y software adecuados para la implementación de esta tecnología en el marketing. Finalmente, se propone una estructura de cinco niveles que debe cumplir una publicidad con códigos QR para alcanzar efectividad.
Factores que inciden en la comercialización de la melcocha ecuatoriana
Authors: Pinargote Vélez Andrea
Published: October 2024

Este estudio tiene como objetivos, determinar los factores que inciden en la comercialización de la melcocha ecuatoriana con envoltura ecológica y analizar la demanda del producto, para ello se realizó una investigación descriptiva y empírica, la muestra fue seleccionada mediante criterios de conveniencia en donde se encuestó a un total de 244 personas, entre ellos estaban personas que comercializaban el producto y también a la comunidad en general, para conocer la aceptación del producto. Los resultados permitieron conocer, que más del 50%, considera que los factores del entorno que más inciden en la comercialización del producto son los económicos. Además, se realizó un estudio de mercado, donde se pudo conocer que el 83% de los encuestados consume
melcocha de manera no frecuente, por la falta de ofertantes del producto.
Desarrollo e implementación de las TICs en las pymes en la ciudad de Guayaquil
Authors: Fiallo Moncayo Daniel , Fiallo Castillo Stalin
Published: October 2024

Las Pymes se han constituido en uno de los sectores productivos más significativos para las economías de los países y a nivel mundial debido a su contribución en el crecimiento económico y a la generación de riqueza. Hoy en día las empresas realizan estrategias competitivas para incrementar su productividad tanto interna como externa y estar por encima de la competencia que los rodea, el propósito fundamental de las estrategias comparativas es definir acciones o métodos que deben ser expuestos en un mercado para obtener resultados óptimos, este puede ser llamado también como ideas de negocio. El propósito de este artículo es proponer líneas generales de investigación sobre la adopción de las TIC por las pequeñas y medianas empresas (PYMES) en temas tales como e-commerce y el e-business, mediante la cual se pretende identificar los factores más comunes que limitan o favorecen su adopción como elemento clave en la estrategia competitiva de las PYMES en Guayaquil, tratando de contribuir al desarrollo de un modelo para el fortalecimiento de la competitividad en las PYMEs por medio de la correcta utilización de sistemas y tecnologías de la información, Esta investigación se fundamenta por medio de una investigación bibliográfica y tecnológica que se ejecutó con la ayuda de recursos escritos tanto como textos, revistas, libros e internet.
La inclusión social en la administración de las áreas marinas protegidas del Ecuador (caso provincia del Guayas)
Authors: Montesdeoca Peralta Marlene de Jesús , Vargas Santos Fabiola
Published: October 2024

En esta investigación se analizó la inclusión de las comunidades locales en el manejo y administración de las áreas protegidas del Ecuador, para lo cual se tomó como estudio de caso las áreas protegidas marino-costeras de la Provincia del Guayas tales como: El Refugio de Vida Silvestre Manglares el Morro, Reserva Ecológica Manglares Churute y la Reserva de Producción Faunística Puntilla de Santa Elena. Para llevar a cabo dicho estudio se tomó como informantes a 90 habitantes con una distribución de 30 personas por cada una de las áreas objeto de estudio. El objetivo principal de la investigación fue determinar el tipo de participación que tienen las comunidades locales en el manejo de las áreas protegidas, ya que el Art. 405 de la Constitución de 2008 dispone que en las áreas del Sistema Nacional de Áreas Protegidas (SNAP), el Estado fomentará la “participación de las comunidades, pueblos y nacionalidades que han habitado ancestralmente las áreas protegidas en su administración y gestión”. En los actuales momentos las Áreas Protegidas Marinas y Costeras del el Subsistema del Patrimonio de Áreas Naturales del Estado (PANE) son administradas por el Ministerio del Ambiente a través de la Subsecretaría de Gestión Marina y Costera como la entidad estatal responsable para su manejo.
Biocomercio de “el Palo santo” promoviendo la sustentabilidad de la biodiversidad ecuatoriana como emprendimiento social
Authors: Sandoval Jiménez Miriam del Carmen , Arteaga Cisneros Janina
Published: October 2024

El Ecuador es un país que por su favorable clima presenta muchas especies nativas en su fauna y flora, tal es el caso de “El Palo Santo” o (Bursera graveolens) tiene diferentes usos y utilidades tanto en la medicina natural, cosmética y farmacológica, siendo utilizado desde sus semillas, aceite y madera seca. Incursionando en mercados nacionales e internacionales, convirtiéndose en parte del cambio de la matriz productiva del país. El Objetivo es promover un Biocomercio concientizado en beneficio de la socioeconomía respetando la biodiversidad del ecosistema ecuatoriano. En esta investigación se utilizó el método descriptivo-documental, se revisaron trabajos realizados por organismos nacionales e internacionales en donde se compilan los principales conceptos y métodos aplicados en el desarrollo de proyectos de restauración ecológica y el cambio de la matriz productiva. Siendo evidente la necesidad de incursionar en nuevos espacios de comercialización innovando los antiguos productos que se utilizaban para la exportación, por nuevos que representen un ingreso fresco y competitivo en relación con los demás países. Como conclusión la importancia de concientizar los cambios que se deben realizar en la matriz productiva con capacitaciones y personal especializado en las diferentes áreas, incrementando programas financieros fortaleciendo la economía social permitiendo mejorar la calidad de vida de los gestores y desarrollar la productividad de este importante producto nacional.
Hacer trampa en los exámenes: la actitud de alumnos universitarios según género, carrera y calificaciones
Authors: Cañizares Cedeño Leonardo
Published: October 2024

El objetivo del estudio es conocer las diferencias en el comportamiento de los estudiantes universitarios hacia la deshonestidad académica, basados en género, carrera y rendimiento académico. Se utilizaron tablas de contingencia y chi-cuadrado para analizar los datos. El estudio incluyó hombres y mujeres estudiantes de administración de empresas y de contabilidad. Los resultados muestran diferencias significativas entre género y también entre las carreras. Las mujeres muestran menos tolerancia hacia la trampa en los exámenes mientras que los estudiantes de contabilidad en la mayoría de los casos demostraron tener menos tolerancia hacia la trampa que sus colegas de administración. No se hallaron diferencias significativas entre estudiantes de diferente rendimiento académico.
Expectativas académicas de estudiantes de mercadotecnia en la ULVR
Authors: Freire Sierra Félix David , Dávila Medina Fernando , Del Rosario Alvarado Wladimir Alberto , Mantilla Buenaño Guido Mesías
Published: October 2024

El propósito del presente estudio fue conocer las expectativas académicas de los estudiantes de la carrera de Mercadotecnia de la Universidad Laica Vicente Rocafuerte (ULVR) de Guayaquil. Para cumplir dicho objetivo se acudió al enfoque cualitativo a través del método hermenéutico. La información provino de entrevistas no estructuradas a profundidad vía online, realizadas durante el mes de abril de 2020 en cinco estudiantes matriculados en la modalidad presencial de la carrera de Mercadotecnia de dicha Universidad. La técnica de análisis de datos utilizada fue el análisis hermenéutico categorial a través de la interpretación de los discursos de los entrevistados, lo cual permitió la emergencia de cinco categorías: interés en graduarse como mercadólogos, necesidad de adaptación a los cambios, calidad de la enseñanza, entrenamiento en destrezas y competencias, liderazgo y emprendimiento. Se discute la importancia que las universidades consideren las expectativas de los estudiantes en el diseño y desarrollo de sus programas de formación
Incidencia del dinero electrónico como mecanismo alternativo monetario al dólar en Ecuador periodo 2014-2017
Authors: Yagual Velástegui Alfredo Marcel , Mero Villamar Isabel Cristina
Published: October 2024

El propósito de este artículo es describir la incidencia del dinero electrónico como mecanismo alternativo monetario al dólar en Ecuador periodo 2014-2017 y cuáles han sido las experiencias en otros países. Asimismo, se evalúa la adopción del mismo en Ecuador. La investigación tiene como objetivo dar una visualización del comportamiento del Dinero electrónico en la circulación monetaria. Para su sustentación teórica se utilizaron” (Turowski & Pousttchi, 2004), (Herzberg, 2003), (Kite, 2004) & (Van den Dam, 2005) (Berger, Hancock, & Marquardt, 1996) (Humphrey, Willesson, Bergendahl, & Lindbolm, 2006) (Humphrey & Vale, 2004.) entre otros. Finalmente se utilizó una metodología de investigación correlacional integral de (Alexakis & Siriopoulos, 1999), aplicando la regresión lineal y como conclusiones se obtuvo que en este caso, la introducción del dinero electrónico, incidiera de manera positiva en la circulación monetaria como mecanismo alternativo monetario al dólar en Ecuador periodo 2014-2017.
La innovación en las pequeñas y medianas empresas sector comercial una mirada desde la I+D
Authors: Arias Montero Salomón Roberto , Sarmiento Chugcho Carlos Bolívar , Solórzano González Alexandra Mónica
Published: October 2024

El tema de Investigación y desarrollo a nivel de Pequeñas y Medianas Empresas, durante los últimos años ha tenido un crecimiento en cuanto a la producción de trabajos teóricos y empíricos a nivel mundial, pero en nuestro país esta tendencia no ha seguido la misma línea. Por esta razón es necesario un estudio que explore las relaciones entre toda una serie de términos que manifiestan la complejidad de las actividades tales como: metas, costos, numero de innovaciones, nivel de desarrollo de infraestructura, personal y otras actividades El objetivo del presente estudio es indagar el tema de Investigación y desarrollo en las Pequeñas y Medianas Empresas comerciales de la ciudad de Machala. El diseño de investigación fue no experimental del tipo transeccional descriptivo, puesto que los datos se recogieron en el periodo comprendido entre junio/2016 a enero/2017, la herramienta empleada para la obtención de datos fue la encuesta. La fuente de la información secundaria para la clasificación de las pequeñas y medianas empresas pertenecientes al sector comercial de la ciudad de Machala fueron la Superintendencia de Compañías y el Servicio de Rentas Internas. La investigación tuvo una duración total de 8 meses durante los cuales se realizó una revisión de literatura y se ejecutó la parte empírica. Ésta última se realizó en 3 fases: primero se probó la confiabilidad de los instrumentos; luego se recogió la información en las 109 Pymes; para finalmente procesar la información y presentar los resultados obtenidos.
Los beneficios de la responsabilidad social en las empresas
Authors: Escamilla Solano Sandra , Gómez Martínez Raúl , Prado Román Alberto
Published: October 2024

La evolución que ha presentado la responsabilidad social corporativa (RSC) en los últimos tiempos ha pasado de ser considerada como filantrópica, una moda a ser considerada una estrategia dentro de las empresas. Esta consolidación implica la aceptación de los beneficios que la RSC genera en las empresas donde se implantan, tanto a nivel interno como externo. Por ello, el estudio de la divulgación de dichas acciones hace que cobren mayor importancia cuando se trata de sectores con un gran impacto en su entorno. Es justo en este punto donde parte el estudio, ¿son cuentas o cuentos? El objetivo de este trabajo es analizar el nivel de divulgación de la RSC de las empresas de la muestra. Para ello, se toma como las empresas que han recibido el premio internacional de RSC otorgado por el Foro Ecuménico Social “Premio Latinoamericano a la Responsabilidad de Empresas”. La metodología utilizada es el estudio de casos. La investigación ha puesto de manifiesto que dichas empresas tienen implantada la RSC dentro de la estrategia de la empresa y la información divulgada sobre RSC es bastante alta presentando un gran número de medidas destinadas a empleados, clientes y sociedad.
Hacia paradigmas financieros y contables inclusivos: promoviendo equidad y sostenibilidad
Authors: Cabanilla León Belisario Leopoldo Carlos Segundo , Soriano Vera Anthony Josué
Published: October 2024

Este proyecto corresponde a la línea de investigación de competitividad global y es uno de los resultados del proyecto Competitividad, un medio de internacionalización de las pymes en Guayaquil. Este artículo aborda la importancia de desarrollar nuevos modelos financieros y contables que sean inclusivos y se adapten a las necesidades de diversos sectores. Se examina la relevancia de estos modelos en la actualidad y su impacto en la toma de decisiones financieras. Se presentan ejemplos de enfoques innovadores que permiten una mayor inclusión financiera y el acceso a servicios financieros para comunidades marginadas. Este trabajo resalta la necesidad de adaptar las normativas y prácticas contables para promover la equidad y la sostenibilidad económica.
The latest ways to improve the patient experience: Inspired by the ideas of health professionals
Authors: Alharbi Khalid Saud , Aloufi Osama Mohammed
Published: October 2024

The measurement model is rooted in the idea that the hospital creates the patient experience, and therefore the hospital alone builds the patient experience. However, perhaps the most striking thing that comes to mind when considering how to improve lives through the patient experience in healthcare is the role of ordinary healthcare professionals in developing strategies to improve the patient experience. In studies of nearly 200 healthcare professionals working on the front lines of patient care, nearly all participants expressed at least one opinion about what healthcare could do to make the patient experience better. This phenomenon is the focus of this paper.
As Invasões Bárbaras
Authors: Brandão Glyner
Published: October 2024

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Mapping cellular coverage suitability: a GIS-Based approach to identifying poor service areas
Authors: Chakali Ahmed Nadjib , Salem Hachi Abderrahmane Ben , Omrani Rachid , Benkasir Anis , Chaouli Mohamed , Mohamed Elbar , Braik Abdelmalek
Published: October 2024

Cellular coverage is a critical component of modern telecommunications, providing essential services for communication, commerce, and emergency response. Despite its importance, many regions, particularly those with challenging terrain or low population density, experience inadequate cellular service. This study focuses on the commune of Laghouat, Algeria, employing a GIS-based Multi-Criteria Analysis (MCA) to assess cellular coverage suitability. Using ArcGIS Pro, four key factors were integrated: cell tower locations, terrain elevation, population distribution, and restricted areas. The methodology includes performing a Viewshed analysis to identify dead zones, converting population data into raster format to map demand, and digitizing restricted areas where telecommunication infrastructure development is prohibited. All factors were standardized to a common scale to ensure comparability and a weighted overlay analysis was conducted to generate a comprehensive suitability map. The map highlights areas of poor cellular coverage, guiding the placement of new infrastructure. Additionally, the research considers regulatory restrictions on land use, ensuring compliance with governmental policies. The resulting suitability map provides valuable insights for telecommunications providers and policymakers, enabling them to target underserved regions for infrastructure improvements while adhering to legal constraints. This study offers a robust, scalable framework for identifying and addressing cellular coverage gaps, applicable to other regions with similar geographic and demographic challenges.