bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Business Ethics Covid and War in the Center of Lignite Production
Authors: Metsiou Anastasia , Broni Georgia , Papachristou Eleni , Kiki Magdalini
Published: April 2023

Abstract

Business Ethics are often characterized as a "permanent struggle against the impossible", noting that they essentially create a system in every organization that allow the organization to co-exist with its employees in the best possible way. Business Ethics usually coexist with Corporate Social Responsibility which can be described as the art of wealth accumulation and the relationship between the companies and the society. At the same time, people wonder what is the legalization of the assumption of Social Responsibility by a company, as it does not always co-exist with the ethical issues that arise and does not solve the company’s problems. Nevertheless, it has often been spoken about the need to reconcile business logic and ethics which is not at all a given and certain concept, as the business world aims to generate profit; while on the other hand, ethics has solidarity, justice and ethical values as its main basis. Seeing Business Ethics in its every aspect we come across a continuous cycle of crises without breaks in the recent decades, referring to the economic and environmental crisis, the pandemic and the recent Russian-Ukrainian war. In these circumstances, that business attempt to describe the basic dilemma in “ethical management", it is emphasized that people and companies must as individuals and as communities decide whether to follow “a priori” principles of ethics such as solidarity or equality or whether, taking into consideration first the consequences of each action, then make the decision on which principles to follow.

Keywords: Business Ethics, companies, Corporate Social Responsibility, Crisis, pandemic, War.
The Common Commercial Policy as a Legal Instrument of Confirmation of the European Union International Identity
Authors: Spiliopoulos Odysseas , Gkoni Panayota
Published: April 2023

Abstract

The key component of European Union external action is undoubtedly its Common Commercial Policy. Under EU primary law, the exercise of this policy falls within the exclusive competence of the EU. In order to assure its implementation, the competent EU institutions negotiate and conclude international agreements with third countries and adopt secondary law acts, mainly in the form of Regulations with the aim of liberalizing and expanding international trade as well as promoting protecting the commercial interests of member states' businesses in the international markets. The aim of the study is to examine the question of the delimitation of the scope of the Common Commercial Policy as well as the operation of the EU institutional system regarding its the formation and implementation after previously analyzing the objectives served by the exercise of this common policy in the field of international economic relations.

JEL classification numbers: K20, K33, F13.
Keywords: European Union Law, Common Commercial Policy.
The Usage of Markov Chain Monte Carlo (MCMC) Methods in Time-varying Volatility Models
Authors: Garefalakis Emmanouil , Giakoumatos Stefanos , Rezitis Antonios
Published: April 2023

Abstract

Markov Chain Monte Carlo (MCMC) techniques, in the context of Bayesian inference, constitute a practical and effective tool to produce samples from an arbitrary distribution. These algorithms are applied to calculate parameter values of predictive models of the phenomenon of varying volatility in data time series. For this purpose, 3 such research models of time-varying volatility are simulated in STAN a probabilistic programming language for statistical inference. The accuracy of these models’ predictive function is confirmed by applying in data time series with known prior values. Moreover, Stan models’ performance is illustrated by the real stock prices of two shares in the stock market of New York. Finally, an Information Criterion of the results is applied to each model as well, to evaluate their predictive ability, comparing and selecting the most effective one.

Keywords: MCMC, Time-series, Time-varying volatility models, STAN.
Penyitaan Aset Tindak Pidana Korupsi Pada Tahap Penyidikan Sebagai Upaya Pertama Dalam Pengembalian Kerugian Negara
Authors: Noya Novalin , Toule Elsa Rina Maya , Hehanussa Deassy Jacomina Anthoneta
Published: April 2023

Introduction: Confiscation of assets of criminal acts of corruption at the investigation stage as the first effort in recovering state losses within the Prosecutor's Office, especially at the Maluku.Purposes of the Research:  This study aims to analyze and explain what are the legal considerations and explain what factors are the obstacles faced by prosecutors in confiscating assets in corruption cases.Methods of the Research: The type of research used is normative legal research, meaning research that has an object of study on rules or regulations. The problem approach is in the form of a Legislative Approach (Statute Approach), a conceptual approach (Conceptual Approach), and a case approach (Case Approach). The sources of legal materials used are primary legal materials, secondary legal materials, and tertiary legal materials. The collection technique is done through literature study and qualitative analysis of legal materials.Results of the Research: The results of the study indicate that the return of state assets has not been optimal because there are still many state losses that have not been returned because there are several weaknesses so that improvements need to be made to realize good governance. In addition, there are still inhibiting factors or obstacles in returning the assets of the criminal act of corruption which is marked by the lack of good coordination in the legal structure, the lack of human resources in the internal prosecutor's office, facilities and infrastructure, and the lack of participation from the public who tend to be apathetic. To overcome the obstacles and obstacles in the settlement of cases of criminal acts of corruption closely related to the confiscation of assets carried out by the Prosecutor's Office, cooperation and coordination with related technical fields are needed both in the internal and external environment.
Kedudukan Kepala Daerah Sebagai Pejabat Pembina Kepegawaian Dalam Pemilihan Umum Kepala Daerah
Authors: Sitania Stendo Berthyno , Salmon Hendrik , Bakarbessy Andress Deny
Published: April 2023

Introduction: In Head of Local Governments’ positionasthe Chief ofEmployee Management who own authority to appoint, mutate, anddischargeCivil Servant Employees thenhe/she could intimidate the CSEs to involveinGeneral Election process.Purposes of the Research: To study and analyze the position of the regional head as a staffing officer in the general election of the regional head.Methods of the Research: Type of research: normative juridical, the approach used is the statute approach, the conceptual approach, and the case approach. The sources of legal materials used are Primary Legal Materials, Secondary Legal Materials and Tertiary Legal Materials.Results of the Research: The result of this research shows that political patronage stillhappened because position of the Head of Local Government aspolitical officer includesas the Chief ofEmployee Management where position still themostly found factorin the fieldwhenabuse of neutralitycommitedbyCivil Servant EmployeesinGeneral Election.
Kedudukan Dan Peranan Kantor Pertanahan Sebagai Mediator Dalam Penyelesaian Sengketa Batas Tanah
Authors: Hartarto Mahendra Tri , Laturette Adonia Ivone , Matuankotta Jenny Kristiana
Published: April 2023

Introduction: Land is an object that is vulnerable to disputes and problems regarding ownership and boundaries.Purposes of the Research:  Reviewing and analyzing the position and role of the Land Office as a Mediator in Settlement of Land Boundary Disputes, and efforts to resolve land boundary disputes at the Ambon City Land Office can be carried out in accordance with the provisions and binding according to the laws and regulations.Methods of the Research: This research was carried out in a normative juridical manner by using Statute Approach and a Conceptual Approach.Results of the Research: This research resulted in the substance that the position of the Land Office as a mediator in the settlement of land boundary disputes is as a government agency carrying out governmental tasks in the land sector. The task of the government in the land sector in question is the formulation and implementation of policies in the field of handling and preventing disputes and conflicts as well as the handling of land cases as well as the formulation and implementation of policies in the field of land surveying and mapping. The role of the Land Office as a mediator in mediating the settlement of land boundary disputes is to try to become a medium for the resolution of land boundary disputes by implementing a legal system to create justice and legal certainty. registered by the parties at the District Court where the jurisdiction of the land is located, so that it can be concluded that the results of mediation at the Land Office can have binding legal force.
Perlindungan Hukum Pelaku Usaha Lelang Tiktok Shop Atas Tindakan Bid and Run
Authors: Tantaru Fernando , Berlianty Teng , Kuahaty Sarah Selfina
Published: April 2023

Introduction: In connection with the development of information and communication technology, one of which is the Tiktok Shop, where goods or services can be traded to consumers across regional boundaries, consumer protection is an important matter that must be considered. In this regard, consumer protection is more heavily regulated compared to business actors, who often experience losses through bidding and running,Purposes of the Research:  The purpose of this study is to analyze and discuss legal protection for business actors and consumer legal liability in bid and run defaults in tiktok shop auctions.Methods of the Research: The research method used is normative legal research and a legal concept analysis research approach using library research collection techniques.Results of the Research: The existence of legal protection can provide legal certainty for various problems faced by society. If consumers take bid and run that have clearly violated the agreement, consumers have violated the right of business actors to receive payments in accordance with the agreement regarding the conditions and exchange rates of goods and services sold.
Classificação de plântulas de soja com relação ao genótipo e condições do solo com Redes Neurais Convolucionais
Authors:   , Nascimento Bruno Conceição do
Published: April 2023

A compactação do solo é um dos fatores que geram prejuízos no plantio de várias culturas. O aumento do tamanho e peso das máquinas agrícolas, associado ao manejo intensivo das áreas cultivadas, tem grande potencial para intensiĄcar a compactação do solo. Sementes cultivadas em solos com esse impedimento físico ao germinarem apresentam um sistema radicular com características que podem inĆuenciar no desenvolvimento da plântula, ge- rando raízes curtas e grossas sendo uma resposta da plântula para tentar se adequar ao solo, mas com esses características podem ter diĄculdade para captar nutrientes e água do solo, essenciais para o seu crescimento. Alguns estudos visam identiĄcar genótipos de soja que conseguem se desenvolver em condições adversas no solo sem alterações que afetem o sistema radicular de forma prejudicial. A análise de imagens de plântulas de soja através de Redes Neurais Convolucionais (CNNs) para identiĄcação do genótipo e condição de solo onde foram cultivadas, podem auxiliar na identiĄcação de qual genótipo melhor se desenvolve em uma determinada condição de solo. Neste trabalho, é gerado um conjunto de dados de plântulas de soja cultivadas em solo compactado e não compactado, com duas versões, uma com a imagem completa da plântula e outra com a plântula sem raiz. O principal objetivo deste trabalho é o treinamento de CNNs para a classiĄcação da con- dição do solo, e a abordagem de uma Rede Convolucional Multitarefa desenvolvida para a classiĄcação de genótipos. Para a classiĄcação do genótipo todos os modelos treinados obtiveram boas taxas de precisão, sendo a VGG-16 alcançando os maiores valores com uma acurácia média na de 91,5% e 85,6% na fase de teste para conjunto de dados com plântula completa e sem raiz respetivamente. No problema de classiĄcação de genótipo a rede Multitarefa obteve os melhores resultados com 52,3% para o conjunto com plântula completa e 47,1% com plântula sem raiz ambos na fase de teste. Palavras-chave: Redes Convolucionais Multitarefa. Redes Neurais Convolucionais. Plântula de Soja. Identificação de Condição do Solo. Classificação de Genótipo.
Influência da dismenorreia primária na vida de universitárias
Authors: Silva Maria Clara Conceição da , Furtado Jose Henrique de Lacerda , Palmeira Isabelly da Silva , Oliveira Gabriela Bezerra , Cruz Ariela Torres
Published: April 2023

A dismenorreia primária é a queixa ginecológica mais comum entre mulheres, constituindo-se em um grave problema de saúde pública. Diante disso, este artigo tem como objetivo verificar a influência da dismenorreia primária na vida acadêmica de universitárias. Participaram desse estudo 111 universitárias, com idade entre 18 e 33 anos que responderam a um questionário on-line desenvolvido para esse estudo, contendo dados sociodemográficos, ginecológicos e obstétricos, queixas de dismenorreia, sintomas associados e a influência destes em seu cotidiano. As universitárias tinham idade média de 21,76 (±2,64) anos, sendo que 36 (32%) apresentavam dor menstrual moderada e 72 (65%) grave. De acordo com 90 (81%) participantes a dismenorreia primária interfere na sua produtividade acadêmica e/ou nas atividades propostas, sendo que 49 (44%) participantes relataram inclusive, já terem interrompido alguma atividade acadêmica devido à cólica menstrual. Diante do exposto, conclui-se que a dismenorreia primária influencia negativamente na vida dessas universitárias as quais, referiram redução do rendimento acadêmico e dificuldade de concentração nos estudos e, até mesmo, ausência nas aulas devido à dor, o que contribui para o aumento do absenteísmo discente.
Nanotubos de carbono
Authors: Jônatas de Castro Lopes Samuel
Published: April 2023

Nas últimas décadas, a nanotecnologia vem promovendo uma revolução tecnológica responsável por impulsionar a economia de diversos países. Dentre os nanomateriais mais utilizados, os nanotubos de carbono (NTC) se destacam por suas propriedades específicas. Por outro lado, implicações a saúde de usuários que manipulam nanotubos de carbono estão longe de serem totalmente compreendidas e cercadas de incertezas. Laboratórios que manipulam esse tipo de tecnologia devem ser dotados de instalações específicas e possuir procedimentos operacionais bem definidos que busquem controlar a exposição e a contaminação aerotransportada. Motivados por isso, esse estudo buscou propor um procedimento de segurança para o correto manuseio de nanotubos de carbono em laboratórios, podendo ser estendido a outros nanomateriais com características semelhantes.
A interiorização do Instituto Federal do Maranhão (IFMA)
Authors: Costa Tiago
Published: April 2023

O processo de urbanização vigente evidenciou vários fenômenos urbanos característicos da contemporaneidade, caracterizando dinâmicas populacionais cada vez mais intensas. As percepções espaciais em grandes centros urbanos são heterogêneas, onde o dinamismo na rede urbana apresenta-se como principal indutor dos aspectos mais relevantes do tecido urbano. Contudo, essa contextualização não apenas se apresenta nas grandes e médias cidades. Compreender essas ocorrências a partir das cidades pequenas é o objetivo principal do artigo. Especificamente, o estudo retrata a pendularidade de estudantes do Sertão maranhense que migram diariamente para estudar no IFMA, Campus São João dos Patos, devido à falta de oportunidades onde residem. Esses alunos, em sua maioria, são municípios que compõem a microrregião do Alto Itapecuru. A pesquisa será quantitativa, de caráter descritivo-exploratório, com base em uma densa revisão de literatura, aplicação de questionário através do Google Forms com estudantes dos cursos técnicos do Campus São João dos Patos e levantamento de dados cartográficos, foram utilizados os softwares Google Earth e o Qgis. A oferta de instituições de ensino em seus diversos níveis atrelada à dinâmica econômica e a falta de oportunidades de estudo em suas cidades de origem se apresentam como condições para a intensa transitoriedade desses estudantes.
Lean Office aplicado em equipe de competição universitária
Authors: Benini Lucas , Mendes Mateus Genaro , Alvez Luíza Machado , Moraes Junior José Mauro , Leta Fabiana Rodrigues
Published: April 2023

As equipes de competição estudantis de engenharia têm uma significativa importância no crescimento profissional dos alunos, principalmente por permitir o desenvolvimento de trabalho em equipe, a proatividade e a responsabilidade. Com isso, estas equipes buscam o aperfeiçoamento de seus protótipos, melhorando a eficiência do projeto desde a sua concepção até a participação nas provas. A Escola de Engenharia da Universidade Federal Fluminense possui várias equipes de competição estudantis, sendo uma delas a The Myths Brazil, que desenvolve um protótipo de veículo biposto movido a tração humana, capaz de locomover-se em vários tipos de terreno.  Esta equipe visa participar da competição internacional chamada NASA Human Exploration Rover Challenge em Huntsville, Alabama, EUA. Por se tratar de uma equipe recém formada, há dificuldades na comunicação entre os membros, com falha na transferência de informações desde a concepção do projeto até o início da fabricação do veículo. Nesse contexto, o objetivo deste trabalho é aplicar conceitos do lean office na etapa de desenvolvimento do protótipo rover da equipe The Myths Brazil, visando identificar os desperdícios e sugerir melhorias nas diferentes etapas de projeto conceitual. Foi elaborado o mapeamento do fluxo de valor do estado atual da etapa de projeto, identificando os desperdícios abordados pelo lean office. Em seguida, foram sugeridas melhorias utilizando ferramentas do lean e elaborado o mapa do estado futuro. De acordo com os resultados do mapeamento do fluxo de valor e as ações propostas para reduzir cada tipo de desperdício identificado, a redução do lead time da etapa de projeto pode ser de 61%.
Dinâmica Espacial da População
Authors: Costa Tiago
Published: April 2023

O processo de transição demográfica na contemporaneidade tem uma influência direta com avanço tecnológico e o desenvolvimento econômico. Analisar esse fenômeno em um determinado recorte espacial, a partir das variáveis disponíveis, é imprescindível para a compreensão de como ele ocorre em determinado lugar. Neste artigo utilizamos dados do Censo Demográfico do IBGE, TABNET e SIDRA para compreendermos a dinâmica populacional no Estado de Alagoas a partir de 1950 e projeções até 2050. A partir da organização dessas informações em planilhas do excel, foram gerados gráficos e tabelas para melhor descrever a evolução demográfica em comparação com a região Nordeste e o Brasil. Nos cenários gerados, observou-se que a estrutura da população alagoana vem seguindo a mesma tendência da Região Nordeste e do país, com o declínio das taxas de mortalidade e fecundidade e o aumento da expectativa de vida. Muitos desafios estão postos para melhorar esses índices, com a ampliação de políticas públicas de assistência social, previdência e saúde.
Atuação do Farmacêutico na prática esportiva com atletas de alto rendimento
Authors: Côrtes Mayra Aparecida , GOMES CAMINHA MARÍLIA , De Sousa Alves Renata
Published: April 2023

Objetivo: Analisar as evidências disponíveis na literatura sobre a atuação do farmacêutico na prática esportiva com atletas de alto rendimento. Método: Trata-se de uma revisão integrativa, realizada a partir do levantamento de dados nas bases de dados PubMed, SCOPUS e Biblioteca Virtual em Saúde (BVS-BIREME), por meio do cruzamento entre os termos “pharmacists”; “evidence-based pharmacy practice”; “sports”; “athletic performance” e “doping in sports”, pesquisados no Medical Subject Headings (MeSH).  Os operadores booleanos “AND” e “OR” foram empregados. Resultados: Na busca inicial, foram encontrados 806 artigos. Após análise dos manuscritos, 40 artigos foram elegíveis para o estudo e destes, 07 artigos foram incluídos, considerando os critérios de inclusão e exclusão. De acordo com os artigos abrangidos na pesquisa, embora a atuação do farmacêutico na área esportiva apresenta-se limitada por barreiras de conhecimento, falta de confiança para realizar o aconselhamento de atletas e por necessidades educacionais, observa-se experiências exitosas da atuação deste profissional em competições esportivas trazendo boas perspectivas para a prática clínica nesta área. Conclusão: Observa-se a necessidade de uma educação especializada para que farmacêuticos possam atuar na área esportiva, inclusive em atividades antidopings.
Estudo comparativo das vibrações de um chassi mini baja por elementos finitos utilizando-se os aços 1018 e 1020
Authors: Antolin Mauricio Quelhas , Duarte Caboclo Antolin Gisele , Almeida dos Santos Fernanda
Published: April 2023

O programa estudantil SAE Brasil tem como o objetivo organizar uma competição onde os estudantes de engenharia são desafiados a projetar e construir um veículo tipo off-road, que recebe o nome de mini baja. Uma das questões a serem enfrentadas no desenvolvimento destes veículos diz respeito as vibrações a que o veículo está submetido. As análises estruturais e de vibrações de veículos mini baja têm sido realizadas através do emprego do Método de Elementos Finitos, através de sistemas computacionais que preveem o comportamento da estrutura e desta forma, evitam possíveis falhas. Desta forma, este trabalho realizou um estudo comparativo entre os aços 1018 e 1020, para determinar qual dos dois materiais é o mais indicado para a fabricação da estrutura dos veículos em termos de vibrações deste sistema. Para isto, foi realizada a análise modal da estrutura, através da utilização do software de simulação computacional FEMAP. Os resultados indicam que ambos os materiais podem ser utilizados neste tipo de veículo, uma vez que atendem aos valores de tensões e de faixas de frequências exigidas pela estrutura.
Discussion of melittin in cardiovascular treatments
Authors: Ramasani Gaurav , Kethar Jothsna , Appavu Rajgopal
Published: April 2023

In this research paper, we will go over details about melittin peptide, a cationic peptide that was derived from bee venom and is now being used in medicine to cure diseases. We will go over how it was derived, some of its uses in medicine, how it is helping in cardiology, and how it could affect the future of medicine. Recently, there has been a need for a more advanced level of treatment in cardiology, as it is one of the leading causes of death in the United States. That is where melittin is coming into play. Scientists are testing the molecule’s efficacy of resolving issues in the heart by simulating those issues on mice. They then used melittin to see whether it would cure those complications, and they continually repeated those trials. Each time, they were able to see that melittin was able to remove those complications by using methods such as communicating with signaling pathways or even destroying certain molecules by itself.
Labor Market Opportunities of Private and Public Education in Colombia
Authors: Junguito Valeria , Castilla Juan Pablo , Aldana Ximena
Published: April 2023

Colombia has presented high unemployment for the past decade which was worsened by the Covid-19 pandemic. Job inequality among the highly vs. poorly educated has sparked a debate whether employers treat candidates differently based on their high school institution. This experiment explores the present research question: Does graduating from a public or private high school affect a candidate's opportunities of getting employed in Colombia under the circumstances of Covid-19? To circumvent the quandary, a quantitative field experiment on a correspondence testing method was used to investigate minority outcomes in the labor market. To create a realistic representation of the actual employment situation of Colombia, CEOs and business managers of the top companies were part of the experiment. Results reflect differential treatment in labor opportunities favouring private school graduates. It was evident throughout the experiment that the effects of graduating institutions were not as relevant as the level of education. Applicants from public schools can overcome this hurdle by investing in observable skills to the employer, suggesting that educational training programs can contribute to the reduction of the inequality gap Colombia currently faces.
India’s Mica Mining: Implications for the 2030 United Nations Agenda for Sustainable Development
Authors: Swamidurai Aishwarya , D'Andriole Charlotte
Published: April 2023

The present study sought to explore the implications of the mining of mica, a natural mineral commodity, in the Indian mining belt in regard to the 2030 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. It analyzes the actions of the Indian mica mining industry through local case study reviews and explores the significance of these actions by analyzing them through the lens of the economic, social, and environmental sustainability theory of Andrew Basiago and the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Analysis of specific areas such as compensation of labor for miners, child labor, mica mining contractors, gender constructs in mines, and deforestation/waste production, among others, revealed that the actions of the mica mining industry in India are indeed unsustainable in various social contexts, violating various SDGs and forsaking local human capital and habitats. This essay offers a connection between the actions of the present industry in India and the unsustainable developments of the surrounding communities and suggests a transition to synthetic mica and responsible mica mining initiatives in place of current systems.
Epigenetics and Genetics of Schizophrenia
Authors: Ganesh Dyuti
Published: April 2023

Millions of people around the world suffer from schizophrenia and the resulting delusions, social withdrawal and other symptoms. All of these symptoms have treatments available such as anti-psychotics and therapy. However, these treatments are merely symptomatic and do not address the root of the disorder. The treatments can dull the impact of the symptoms of schizophrenia but cannot treat the disorder itself, therefore more effective treatments must be offered. Schizophrenia is an extremely heritable disorder, so genetics, as well as epigenetics, plays a crucial role in the prevalence and severity of the disorder. Studying the epigenetics and genetics of schizophrenia can help to gain a more thorough understanding of the disorder to help develop and test treatments that aren’t just symptomatic. There have been various studies searching for parts of the genome that could play a role in an individual’s likelihood to develop schizophrenia and gene therapy could be used to edit these parts of the genome. Epigenetics refers to the alteration in how one’s body reads the genome using histone modification. Although there is minimal research in the area and as a result, there are also no treatments currently being researched or tested, epigenetic treatments have the potential to become a revolutionary treatment for schizophrenia. However, considering the lack of knowledge and research surrounding epigenetics, currently, genetic treatment has more likelihood of being a useful treatment in the near future. Nonetheless, increased research about epigenetics and genetics can help create more treatments to help those suffering from this disorder.
ESTÁGIO SUPERVISIONADO EM COMPUTAÇÃO: UM RELATO DE EXPERIÊNCIAS NO ENSINO FUNDAMENTAL 1
Authors: Avelar Rocha Amanda Beatriz , De Oliveira Barbosa Luiz Sérgio , Brito de Oliveira Rogério
Published: April 2023

Este trabalho descreve sobre as práticas educacionais realizadas no decorrer da disciplina Estágio Supervisionado em Computação I, no curso de graduação de Licenciatura em Computação, da universidade do Estado do Amazonas (UEA), no Núcleo de Ensino Superior de Coari (NESCOA). As atividades in loco foram realizadas em uma escola da rede estadual de ensino, na cidade de Coari – Amazonas. A disciplina neste curso, possibilita ao estagiário experenciar a prática do estágio com pesquisa nas escolas públicas, na qual o objeto de investigação é a problemática educacional, a ser investigada, nesta perspectiva, o estagiário tem a oportunidade de propor possíveis soluções e para tanto, se faz necessário o uso das Tecnologias Digitais de Informação e Comunicação (TDIC). O trabalho se apoia em uma abordagem de natureza descritiva qualitativa e relata de forma contextualizada as experiências vivenciadas na prática de estágio. A metodologia descreve as principais etapas da pesquisa, enfatizando o uso da Coleção Conceito Digital, que é um conjunto de 51 aulas de matemática e português que prioriza a utilização do método fônico para a alfabetização das crianças. Nossas considerações, de acordo com os resultados obtidos nas regências, recomendam a utilização deste recurso tecnológico pelos professores, visando um melhor aproveitamento no processo ensino aprendizagem no Ensino Fundamental I.
SISTEMATIZAÇÃO PSICOPEDAGÓGICA DO ESCOPO MODOS DE APRENDER
Authors: Lopes da Silva Moises , Bethania del Rocio Vilchez de Rabanal Sissiliana
Published: April 2023

Esta pesquisa justifica-se pela necessidade que tem a ciência e a ética da sistematização do escopo da relevância dos avanços psicopedagógicos em relação aos modos de aprender, pois ainda, trata-se de um escopo dependente de muito estudo para que a psicopedagogia se estabeleça relevantemente autônoma. Os seus escopos têm sido recortados para aprendizagem institucional em ambiente empresarial e, também, clínica voltada para o protagonismo no ambiente escolar. O problema é com que relevância atualmente a psicopedagogia consegue atrair a atenção das referidas ciências, campos, ética e objetivos anteriormente apresentados para ser aceita como colaboradora na especificidade modos de aprender considerando o princípio gnosiológico de que não pode haver aprendizagem sem ensino e nem ensino sem aprendizagem considerando sua inter-relação com os demais campos ora relacionados. A metodologia é qualitativa valendo-se da sistematização de pesquisas realizadas nos últimos 10 anos. O paradigma é da complexidade devido ao objetivo estabelecido que tem como prerrogativa a complexidade do ser que aprende. O resultado que se espera é a apresentação de um escopo sistematizado capaz de corroborar com os modos de aprender do ser cognoscente para ampliar a relevância da psicopedagogia para servir uma sociedade complexa em seu modo de aprender e, também, dos indivíduos que a compõe de forma cada vez mais reconhecida e desejada pela positividade dos resultados obtidos a partir da utilização de suas propostas relacionada ao escopo ora apresentado.
Locule Position and Thawing Duration Affect Postharvest Quality of Freshly Cryo-Frozen Musang King Durian Fruit
Authors: Md Nor Shahidah , Ding Phebe , Chun Tan Jit
Published: April 2023

This study examined the effect of locule position and thawing duration on the physicochemical and nutritional characteristics of intact cryo-frozen Musang King durian fruit. Cryo-frozen durian that had 5 locules was thawed for 2 and 18 hr, and the fruitlets of each locule were analysed for colour (L*, a*, b*, C*, and h), firmness, soluble solids concentration (SSC), titratable acidity (TA), pH, ascorbic acid (AA), total phenolic content, total flavonoid content, 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl, 2,2′-azinobis-(3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid and ferric reducing antioxidant power assay (FRAP). Results show that L* and a* of pulp colour, firmness, SSC, pH, TA, AA, and FRAP of cryo-frozen durian fruit were affected by a significant interaction between locule position and thawing duration. It implies the postharvest quality of intact cryo-frozen durian fruitlet distinct from each other due to their locule position and thawing duration.
Subcutaneous Implantation of Unidirectional Self-Inflating Anisotropic Tissue Expander Has No Effect on the Physiological Parameters and Behaviours of Horses
Authors: Al-Majhali Saddam Hussein , Khairuddin Nurul Hayah , Abdul Razak Intan-Shameha , Radzi Zamri , Rahman Mohammad Tariqur , Tengku-Azizan Tengku Rinalfi Putra , Sapalo John Tito , Mayaki Abubakar Musa
Published: April 2023

The tissue expansion technique is one of the most important innovations in skin reconstructive surgery in human and veterinary medicine. This study investigated horses’ physiological and behavioural responses to subcutaneous implantation of a unidirectional self-inflating anisotropic tissue expander. The tissue expanders were subcutaneously implanted on six horses at three different locations: the frontal region of the head, the lateral side of the right shoulder, and the dorsomedial part of the cannon region of the right forelimb. Prior to the tissue expander implantation, each horse was clinically examined, and the observed vital parameters and behaviour were recorded as baseline data. For six days post implantations, the horses were clinically examined, implantation sites monitored, and the horse’s behaviour was recorded both during the day by visual observation and at night with a video camera. The results showed that all horses tolerated the subcutaneous gradual skin expansion by implantation of the tissue expanders, and all surgical sites healed without any complications. The implantation of the tissue expanders does not affect the vital parameters or overall horse behaviour either during the day or at night. In conclusion, the subcutaneous implantation of unidirectional anisotropic tissue expanders in horses resulted in successful skin growth with no physiological and psychological discomfort; hence skin expansion is a good option to be considered when pursuing equine skin reconstructive surgery.
Review on the Epidemiology, Milk Composition Changes, and Antimicrobial Susceptibility of Causative Agents of Bubaline Mastitis in Asia
Authors: Mohd Amin Nor’Amira , Abu Bakar Md Zuki , Omar Sharina , Mansor Rozaihan
Published: April 2023

Mastitis is one of the diseases that cause economic losses worldwide due to the reduction in milk yield and the high treatment costs in dairy buffaloes. Although antibiotics are the mainstay treatment for this disease, the overuse of antibiotics has resulted in the emergence of antimicrobial resistance in animals and humans. Hence, this study aims to review and assess the available literature on bubaline mastitis in Asia. The prevalence of subclinical mastitis was higher in dairy buffaloes than in clinical mastitis, especially in Pakistan. Bubaline mastitis was commonly detected using the California mastitis test, surf field mastitis test, somatic cell count, and bacterial culture. In Asia, farm management and host factors were the primary causes of bubaline mastitis risk factors. Mastitis in buffaloes caused alterations in milk composition, such as increasing lactose levels, somatic cell count, and the presence of bacteria in the milk. However, protein, fat, and solid non-fat level variations were also affected by other factors such as the stage of lactation, breed, and age. The most prevalent isolated bacteria in bubaline mastitis milk samples were coagulase-negative staphylococci, Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., and Escherichia coli. Most showed high resistance toward penicillin, amoxicillin, ampicillin, and streptomycin. The antimicrobial susceptibility of causative agents in Asia varies depending on the usage of common antibiotics to treat bubaline mastitis in each country. This review will help to understand bubaline mastitis better, although studies are limited in many Asian countries.
Investigation of Cajuput and Lemongrass Essential Oils Supplemented in Alcohol-Free Mouthwash: Anti-Inflammation on Human Gingival Fibroblast Cells In Vitro
Authors: Reungsuwat Sirirat , Sookkhee Siriwoot , Itthidecharon Chintana , Wanachantararak Phenphichar
Published: April 2023

Alcohol-free mouthwash containing essential oils is a helpful adjunct to self-performed oral hygiene of patients with periodontal disease due to its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. This study aimed to investigate the anti-inflammatory activity of cajuput and lemongrass essential oils supplemented in alcohol-free mouthwash on human gingival fibroblast cells and RAW 264.7 macrophages, which were incubated in a complete medium. In the current in vitro study, 3 types of mouthwash, including 12 % (v/v) alcohol-free mouthwash, 0.8 % (v/v) cajuput essential oil and 0.4 % (v/v) lemongrass essential oil supplemented in alcohol-free mouthwash, and 0.12 % chlorhexidine mouthwash, were evaluated. All 3 types were determined for cytotoxicity by MTT assay. The sub-IC50 concentration of each mouthwash was calculated to investigate anti-inflammatory activities via the inhibition of lipopolysaccharide-activated nitric oxide production, cyclooxygenases-2, interleukin-1β and interleukin-6 gene expression. The wound healing rate was determined by scratch assay. The results demonstrated that the sub-IC50 concentrations of essential oils in 0.8 % (v/v) cajuput essential oil and 0.4 % (v/v) lemongrass essential oil supplemented in alcohol-free mouthwash significantly inhibited nitric oxide production in lipopolysaccharide-activated RAW 264.7 macrophages and reduced the gene expression of cyclooxygenases-2, interleukin-1β and interleukin-6 in lipopolysaccharide-activated human gingival fibroblast cells, while stimulating the migration of human gingival fibroblast cells, similar to the sub-IC50 concentration of 0.12 % chlorhexidine mouthwash. These findings suggested that essential oils contained in this mouthwash formula exhibited an anti-inflammatory effect and promoted oral wound healing, which might be used as an alternative agent for patients with periodontal disease.
HIGHLIGHTS

Cajuput and lemongrass essential oils supplemented in alcohol-free mouthwash expressed anti-inflammatory activity by inhibiting nitric oxide production in LPS-activated RAW 264.7 macrophages and reducing COX-2, IL-6 and IL-1β expression in LPS-activated HGFs, as well as by promoting oral wound healing, similar to chlorhexidine mouthwash, which is a common, well-known agent in dental treatment
Our findings suggested that this novel mouthwash may be an alternative agent in preventing oral inflammatory diseases, especially periodontal disease

GRAPHICAL ABSTRACT
Matematik Öğretmenliği Bölümü Birinci Sınıf Öğrencilerinin Yüz-Yüze Matematik Derslerine Yönelik Algılarının Metaforlar Aracılığıyla Belirlenmesi
Authors: SÖNMEZ Damla , KALELİ YILMAZ Gül
Published: April 2023

Bu çalışmanın amacı, Covid-19 sürecinde uzaktan eğitimle ders alan ilköğretim matematik öğretmenliği bölümü birinci sınıf öğrencilerinin yüz-yüze matematik derslerine yönelik algılarının görsel metaforlar yoluyla belirlenmesidir. Bu amaç doğrultusunda çalışmada fenomonografik araştırma yöntemi (olgu bilim) kullanılmıştır. Araştırmanın örneklemi 31 adet öğrenciden oluşmaktadır. Örneklem amaçlı örnekleme yöntemlerinden tipik durum örneklemesine göre seçilmiştir. Araştırmada veri toplama aracı olarak metaforik algı formu kullanılmıştır. Bu formda öğrencilerin, yüz-yüze matematik derslerine yönelik bir çizim yapmaları ve bu çizimi yazılı olarak açıklamaları istenmiştir. Araştırmadan elde edilen bulgular içerik analizi yöntemiyle analiz edilmiş ve benzer metafor kodları bir araya getirilerek kategoriler oluşturulmuştur. Yapılan analizler sonucunda oluşturulan metaforların eğitim süreci ve duygular kategorilerinde toplandığı görülmüştür. Hem metafor çizimlerinden hem de yapılan açıklamalardan, öğrencilerin yüz-yüze eğitime yönelik olumlu bir algıya sahip oldukları tespit edilmiştir. Öğrencilerin yüz-yüze eğitim sürecinde aktif oldukları, rahat soru sorabildikleri ve farklı çözüm yolları üretebildikleri bu nedenle derslerin verimli geçtiği anlaşılmıştır. Elde edilmiş olan sonuçlar ışığında bu alanda çalışma yapmak isteyen araştırmacılara öneriler sunulmuştur.
Kaltmeier, O. (2021). Parques Nacionales de Norte a Sur. Una historia de conservación y colonización en Argentina. Trier, New Orleans: Wiss. Verlag, University of New Orleans Press. ISBN 9781608012046. 210 pp.
Authors: França Ana
Published: April 2023

El libro reseñado analiza, desde perspectiva transnacional, el proceso de colonización e integración de áreas periféricas a la nación argentina, por medio de las áreas protegidas, en especial, los parques nacionales Nahuel Huapi e Iguazú. A través del abordaje del intercambio de ideas, profesionales, artefactos y biotas en torno a la concepción y la ejecución de los parques, el autor demuestra que la influencia extranjera no se limitaría al modelo estadounidense. En base a ello, identifica distintas estrategias de colonización aplicadas a la construcción de áreas protegidas.
Medical Health Record using Block Chain
Authors: Ashfaque Shaikh  , Numan Shaikh  , Yash Narvekar  , Saniya Farzin  , Muzzakir Siddique
Published: April 2023

The future of healthcare systems is being shaped by incorporating emerged technological innovations to drive new models for patient care. By acquiring, integrating, analyzing, and exchanging medical data at different system levels, new practices can be introduced, offering a radical improvement to healthcare services. We present a novel smart and secure Medical health record system which, leverages blockchain technologies, permits patient centric medical records transactions .Office of the National Coordinator (ONC) for Health Information Technology is seeking patient-centric MHR designs that shift data ownership from providers to patients. There are multiple barriers to patient-centric MHR in the current system, such as security and privacy concerns, data inconsistency, timely access to the right records across multiple healthcare facilities. After investigating the current workflow of MHR, our system provides a feasible solution to these challenges by utilizing the unique features of blockchain. In particular, we develop a blockchain-based architecture and enable a flexible configuration thereof, which optimize medical data sharing between different health entities and fulfill the diverse levels of Quality of Service (QoS) that MHR may require. Finally, we highlight the benefits of the proposed MHR system and possible directions for future research.
Predicting Short-term Readmission in Hospitalized Patients with Acute Heart Failure: The Use of 6-minute Walk Test at Discharge
Authors: Vijayakumar Bermio , Meganathan Anusuya , Paulchamy Balamanikandan , Ranganathan Sharmila Devi
Published: April 2023

Background: Hospitalization is an important landmark in the history of heart failure. Patients admitted for acute heart failure have a high chance of readmission. We require predictors which can foresee readmission. Functional capacity assessment by the 6-minute walk test is one such predictor. Objectives: To compare the mean 6-minute walk distance among acute heart failure patients readmitted within 30 days, those readmitted within 60 days, those readmitted within 90 days, and those not readmitted at 90 days following discharge after the first admission. Methodology: This is a follow-up study conducted in Madras Medical College from March 2021 to August 2021. The study included patients who were admitted for the first time in their life for acute heart failure. The clinical details were noted, and the patients were managed as per standard protocols. Before discharge, a 6-minute walk test was performed. The patients were followed up at the end of 30, 60, and 90 days. Results: 25% of the patients had one readmission at the end of 90 days. Majority of readmissions occurred at the end of 30 days. A low 6-minute walk distance at discharge was a significant predictor of readmission at the end of 30 days. A distance of 200 m was a reasonable cutoff in our population. A lower time walked was also a significant predictor of readmission at the end of 30 days. A slower walking speed was also a significant predictor of readmission at the end of 30 days. Some other parameters such as a longer duration of stay, a longer duration of intravenous (IV) diuretic requirement, discharge respiratory rate, and lower serum albumin at admission were also significant predictors of readmission at the end of 30 days.
Usage Pattern of Fixed-dose Combinations at ICMR Network of Rational Use of Medicine Centres across India: Recommendations for Policymakers and Prescribers
Authors: Ranjalkar Jaya , Jhaj Ratinder , J Chandy Sujith , R Bright Heber , K Chugh Preeta , D Tripathi Chakra , K Badyal Dinesh , Balakrishnan Sadasivam , Medhi Bikash , K Kamat Sandhya , Tripathi Raakhi , Dikshit Harihar , S Roy Sukalyan , Chatterjee Suparna , Bhattacharjee Manjari , Trivedi Niyati , Desai Chetna , Gupta Pooja , Roy Atanu , Raveendran Ramasamy , Mathaiyan Jayanthi , Kaushal Sandeep , Jain Samriti , Kaul Rajni , A Kshirsagar Nilima
Published: April 2023

Aim: Irrational use of medicines is a global problem. In India, one contributing factor is the availability of a large number of fixed-dose combinations (FDCs). To improve rational use and to strengthen policies, it is important to assess the usage patterns and rationality of FDCs. Methods: This study was conducted as part of a 1-year prospective cross-sectional analysis of prescriptions in the outpatient clinics of broad specialities from 13 tertiary care hospitals across India. Five most commonly prescribed FDCs in each center were analyzed. In addition, all the prescribed FDCs were classified as per the Kokate Committee classification and it was noted whether any of the FDCs were irrational or banned as per the reference lists released by regulatory authorities. Results: A total of 4,838 prescriptions were analyzed. Of these, 2,093 (43.3%) prescriptions had at least one FDC. These 2,093 prescriptions had 366 different FDCs. Of the 366 FDCs, 241 were rational; 10 were irrational; 14 required further data generation; and the remaining 96 FDCs could not be categorized into any of the above. Vitamins and minerals/supplements, antibacterial for systemic use, and drugs for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and peptic ulcer were the most used FDCs. Conclusion: Based on the finding that some prescriptions contained irrational FDCs, it is recommended that a rigorous, regular, and uniform method of evaluation be implemented to approve/ban FDCs and that prescribers be periodically notified about the status of the bans.
Possibilidades e desafios no ensino das práticas corporais de aventura nas aulas de Educação Física escolar
Authors: França Dilvano Leder de , Domingues Soraya Corrêa
Published: April 2023

Trata-se de uma pesquisa qualitativa com o objetivo de compreender os limites, possibilidades e contribuições das Práticas Corporais de Aventura nas aulas de Educação Física em uma turma de 5º ano do Ensino Fundamental de uma escola da Rede Municipal de Ensino de Curitiba. Os participantes da pesquisa foram 30 alunos, entre 9 e 10 anos, de uma turma de 5º ano do Ensino Fundamental. Foram organizadas aulas na disciplina de Educação Física, visando vivência das modalidades de orientação, slackline, arvorismo, parkour e skate. A coleta de dados foi feita a partir de questionário semiaberto, relatórios de campo e relato escrito dos estudantes. Os dados foram analisados e interpretados a partir da identificação de categorias de análise. Os resultados da pesquisa revelam que as Práticas Corporais de Aventura podem contribuir com ações ambientais, modificando a relação ser humano e natureza, de modo crítico, democrático, emancipatório e transformador.