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Nestorian Christian Contributions to Medicine in the Golden Age of Islam Under the Abassid Caliphs of Baghdad 786-1258 CE
Authors: Worthing Mark William
Published: December 2024

The period under the Abassid Caliphs in Baghdad, often known as the Golden Age of Islam, saw great advances in science and medicine. This paper explores the often under-appreciated contribution of Nestorian Christians to medicine in this period. Many key translators of Greek medical texts and important court physicians were Nestorian Christians. The Nestorians ran hospitals and schools of medicine that were influential in the great medical advances during this era. The Golden Age of Islamic medicine was able to flourish, in part, because of the openness to cooperation with Christian, Jewish and Zoroastrian scholars and practitioners. This paper focuses on the Nestorian contribution and argues that the Nestorians made significant contributions if four specific areas: the translation of Greek medical texts; the development of the hospital system; original medical research (particularly the anatomy of the eye, pharmacology and the discovery of the placebo effect); and the understanding of the practice of medicine as an ethical calling.

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On the Causes of the Deaths of Burgesses and Noblemen in the Early Modern Period in Upper Hungary
Authors: Covan Miroslav
Published: December 2024

The present study intends to highlight the hitherto underused sources concerning the history of medicine. These are archival materials of various kinds, but also artefacts of a funerary nature known as sepulchral monuments. In his research activities aimed at the study, analysis and translation of medieval and early modern Latin texts, the author of this paper has also examined a wide variety of writings containing references to the causes of death of individuals from the ranks of the nobility as well as the common bourgeoisie. The narrative quality of these historical sources has varied. Only extensive archival research will make it possible to draw conclusions about the greater or lesser usefulness of medieval and early post-medieval archival material for the history of medicine, specifically in uncovering the causes of death of individuals in our territory during this period. For the purposes of the present study, we proceeded to a selective choice of those written sources in which the presumption of new discoveries was most probable. From the territorial point of view, we focused on the region of present-day eastern Slovakia due to the preservation of numerous relevant archival and other documentary sources.
Effects of lymphedema on posture, upper extremity functions, and quality of life in patients with unilateral breast cancer
Authors: Turan Simla , Çil Elif Tuğçe , Subaşı Feryal , Aksoy Fikret
Published: December 2024

Study aim

This study aimed to examine the effects of lymphedema on upper extremity function, posture and quality of life in patients with upper extremity lymphedema after unilateral breast cancer.

Material and methods

Twenty-seven women (46.65 ± 3.44 years) were included in this study. Upper extremity circumference and range of motion measurements were performed on the unaffected and affected sides. New York Posture Analysis (NYPA) was used for posture evaluation. Upper extremity functions and quality of life were assessed by the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) and the Lymphedema Functionality, Disability and Health Questionnaire (Lymph-ICF), Upper Extremity Lymphedema-27 (ULL-27) and Quality of Life Measure for Limb Lymphedema – Arm (LYMQOL-Arm), respectively.

Results

The results showed a significant positive correlation between the DASH and Lymph-ICF, ULL-27, and LYMQOL-Arm (r = 0.618, r = 0.637, r = 0.529, p < 0.05). Furthermore, there was a significant correlation between ULL-27 and LYMQOLArm (r = 0.557, p < 0.05). No significant correlation between posture and upper extremity functions (DASH, Lymph-ICF) and quality of life was found (ULL-27, LYMQOL-Arm) (r = –0.205, r = –0.087, r = –0.238, r = –0.122, p > 0.05).

Conclusions

Upper extremity lymphedema can affect upper extremity functions and quality of life. Addressing lymphedema-specific quality of life and related measures is essential for the management of lymphedema.
Challenging Male Entitlement and Patriarchy: Promising Young Woman, Barbie, and Contemporary Feminist Theory
Authors: Manning Robert , Crăciun Dana
Published: December 2024

This paper examines comparatively the potential feminist work done by two recent films, Promising Young Woman (2020) and Barbie (2023). By employing the concepts of (male) entitlement and patriarchy, we argue that pushing the concept of patriarchy to the center of a discourse propagated by means of commercial success can have the effect of strengthening rather than undermining it. At the same time, this apparent acceptance of patriarchy as a debate topic is accompanied by continued reluctance to address entitlement.
Fiscal Reaction Function in Algeria: Nonlinear ARDL Approach
Authors: Said Imane , Chibi Abderrahim
Published: December 2024

This study estimated the fiscal reaction function to evaluate the sustainability of fiscal policy in Algeria from 1990 Q1 to 2022 using a nonlinear ARDL model. The results indicate that high debt levels adversely affect the budget balance during positive shocks, highlighting the need for effective debt management. The negative impact of the spending gap during downturns reflects Algeria’s reliance on government spending and the drawbacks of pro-cyclical fiscal policies. The output gap’s consistent positive effect on the budget balance suggests effective fiscal management. Additionally, oil price shocks, trade openness, and demographic changes all play significant roles in influencing the budget balance. Overall, the study reveals that insufficient responses to primary budget balance shocks weaken fiscal sustainability, emphasizing the need for improved debt management, counter-cyclical policies, economic diversification, and strategic fiscal adjustments to enhance financial stability in Algeria.
José Eustasio Rivera: The Vortex, Maps and Frontiers
Authors: Grigore Rodica
Published: December 2024

Published in 1924, José Eustasio Rivera’s The Vortex (La vorágine) is still one of the best Colombian novels, highly appreciated not only for its historical value and importance, but also for its new narrative strategies, exquisitely used by the author. The book implies the young writer’s attempt to document certain harsh realities of his native country, being at the same time a modernist approach to literature, an original attempt to impose the cartographic illusion within the context of Latin American literature, usually inclined, at least up to that time, to express mostly the traditional element.
Canon and „Canonization” in the Iconography of Hercules
Authors: Stănese Radu
Published: December 2024

As protector and patron of gymnasiums and the Olympic Games, Hercules benefited of exceptional popularity in Ancient Greece, which also provides an explanation for his permanent nude attire regardless of cultures or eras. For the warrior-athlete, practicing completely naked signifies the virtue of being assumed in the liminal stage between life and death, between the physical and the metaphysical, to be prepared for the glorious deeds that bring immortality. Therefore, its nudity must be read in the paradigm of eschatology. It seems that this is also the reason for its presence on the frescoes of the Paleo-Christian catacombs. Biblical characters such as Jonah and Daniel also appear here in the same gymnós state. In order to understand if these Paleo-Christian wall paintings maintain the canon of the classical and Hellenistic Greeks, measurements are carried out by the method of comparative anthropometry. It is noted that the frescoes in which Hercules appears sometimes haloed like the later canonized Christians, recurrently confirm the canon of Polykleitos.
European Consumer Protection Regarding Recycling Products Made from End-of-Life Tires in the Context of the Circular Economy
Authors: Seuser Philipp , Gubíniová Katarína
Published: December 2024

Recycling has become one of the most important topics to saving valuable resources for future generations. Not only the industry, but also governments through legislation, are focusing on producing reusable goods and reusing materials by recycling its components to give them a second, third or in any way a new life. This so-called circular economy is a key component of sustainable development. The aim of this paper is to analyze the conflict between consumer protection and ecological sustainability in order to outline elements of a strategy that will allow both: effective usage of consumer products and sustainable tire recycling.
Agronomic and metabolite profile of Cymbopogon citratus utilizing the black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) bioconverted compost
Authors: Hanifati Qisthina , Azizah Annisa Nur Wahida , Firdaus Muhamad Fajar , Purwanto Ukhradiya Magharaniq Safira , Iman Ramadhan Nur , Andrianto Dimas , Sulistiyani
Published: December 2024

The black soldier fly (BSF) maggot, a bioconversion agent for organic waste, can generate stable materials like compost. Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus), recognized for its numerous health benefits, is the subject of this research. The primary objective of this study was to assess the impact of applying BSF maggot bioconversion compost on the bioactive compound profile in the ethanol extract of lemongrass plants. Lemongrass cultivation was conducted in Sindangjaya Village, Cipanas, West Java, Indonesia, employing a randomized complete block design with a single factor. The single factor was the type of fertilizer, namely: control (P1), organic manure fertilizer (P2), and maggot fertilizer (P3). The introduction of BSF maggot bioconversion compost to the growth medium significantly affected the plant height (at 4, 6, 8, 10, and 12 weeks after planting) and wet weight (including stems, leaves, roots, and shoots). Ethanol extraction and identification with LCMS/MS (Liquid Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry/Mass Spectrometry) instruments revealed 48 compounds. Each treatment group (P1, P2, and P3) contained 37, 30, and 35 compounds, respectively. These compounds consisted of various groups, including amino acids, terpenoids, alkaloids, quinolines, carbohydrates, methoxyphenol, benzodioxole, diphenylmethane, and steroids.
Keywords: bioactive; BSF frass; extraction; lemongrass
Optimizing the production of true shallot seed by inducing flowering in various shallot genotypes
Authors: Ramdhani Cahyati , Maharijaya Awang , Sobir  , Ritonga Arya Widura
Published: December 2024

Shallot (Allium cepa var. aggregatum) productivity can be enhanced through various methods, including using true shallot seed (TSS). Successful shallot breeding requires flowering to improve traits through gene transfer between genotypes and to produce TSS. However, one of the primary challenges in TSS production is the variability in the flowering ability of different varieties. This study aimed to examine the impact of flowering induction on flowering traits, pollen viability, and TSS production in several shallot genotypes. The study employed a randomized complete block design with two factors: shallot genotypes and induction treatments. The study found that vernalization treatment significantly increased the percentage of flowering plants in the Bauji, Bima Brebes, and Tajuk genotypes. Additionally, the combination of vernalization (V) and gibberellin (GA3) (V+G) successfully induced flowering in the Maja Cipanas genotype compared to the control. The Bima Brebes genotype exhibited the highest pollen viability following both vernalization and V+G treatment. Furthermore, vernalization also led to an increase in TSS weight in shallots. These findings suggest that vernalization could be an effective strategy for enhancing TSS production in highland areas, thereby supporting the development of high-yielding shallot varieties. Significant positive correlations were observed between TSS weight and several traits, including the percentage of flowering plants, umbel number, umbel diameter, flower number, pollen viability, percentage of plants producing TSS, capsule number, and TSS number.
Keywords: Allium cepa; correlation; gibberellin; varieties; vernalization
Effect of growing media on the growth of stevia (Stevia rebaudiana (Bertoni) Bertoni) tip cuttings
Authors: Arif Gozali Warso Saputro  , Muchamad Yusron  , Raden Vitri Garvita  , Gut Windarsih
Published: December 2024

Stevia is 200-300 times sweeter than sucrose but low in calories, making it a safe alternative for individuals with diabetes or obesity. The utilization of stevia has the potential to reduce reliance on sugar imports. This research aimed to investigate the influence of different growing media on the growth of stevia tip cuttings. This study was conducted from August to December 2023 in Cidokom Village, Cisarua District, Bogor Regency, West Java. The method used was experimental research using a completely randomized design (CRD) with a single factor, which was the composition of the growing media. Six types of growing media were used. The research results showed significant differences among the treatment groups of growing media on various growth parameters of stevia tip cuttings. Stevia tip cuttings planted in soil and manure media showed the best results in cutting height (28.8 ± 2.82 cm) 42 days after planting. Meanwhile, the combination of solid waste agar, sand, mycorrhiza, burnt rice husks, and cocopeat media resulted in the highest number of leaves (22.20 ± 3.20 leaves) and total fresh weight of stevia tip cuttings, around 1.98 ± 0.33 g at 42 days after planting.
Keywords: mycorrhiza; planting media; vegetative growth
IMPACTOS DAS MUDANÇAS CLIMÁTICAS NO BIOMA CERRADO: ESTUDO DAS ALTERAÇÕES NOS PADRÕES DE PRECIPITAÇÃO E TEMPERATURA EM IMPERATRIZ - MA
Authors: Brito Luciana Gomes de , Silva Bruno  Sousa , Silva Wilson Araújo da , Silva Cristiane Matos da
Published: December 2024

Objetivo: O objetivo deste estudo é analisar o padrão climático de Imperatriz - MA, com foco nas variações de alterações e temperatura ao longo de 30 anos, buscando identificar tendências e mudanças significativas. A pesquisa utiliza teorias sobre o impacto das mudanças climáticas em eventos hidrológicos, considerando a importância da realização e da temperatura para o equilíbrio ambiental.
Método: A metodologia envolve a coleta e análise de dados históricos de temperatura e variações da estação meteorológica de Imperatriz, que foram tratados para corrigir falhas e inconsistências, seguidas de análises estatísticas para identificação de padrões e tendências.
Resultados e Discussão: Os resultados indicaram uma variabilidade significativa nas variações climáticas, com destaque para um aumento contínuo na temperatura média anual e flutuações expressivas na variação. As discussões sugerem que essas variações podem estar associadas às características do El Niño, que afetam o clima regionalmente.
Implicações da Pesquisa: As implicações da pesquisa apontam para a necessidade de estratégias adaptativas em setores como agricultura, saúde e recursos hídricos, mudanças para sustentabilidade e resiliência.
Originalidade/Valor: A originalidade deste estudo reside na análise detalhada de séries temporais locais, contribuindo para a compreensão das dinâmicas climáticas em Imperatriz e fornecendo subsídios para políticas públicas eficazes frente aos desafios das mudanças climáticas.
Evaluating Translation Strategies for Implied Metaphors in the Mu‘allaqāt of ʿAmr ibn Kulthūm and ʿAntarah ibn Shaddād: A Comparative Analysis in Relation to Culture and Environment
Authors: Al Khattab Emran Reda , Kadi Kasyfullah bin Abd , Yusof Che Mohd Zaid bin
Published: December 2024

Objective: This research seeks to identify the most appropriate strategy for translating implied metaphors in Arabic poetry, extracting the examples from the Muallaqat of Amr ibn Kulthum and Antarah bin Shaddad. Furthermore, it explores how cultural and linguistic barriers in translating ïmplied metaphors can impact cross-cultural understanding.
 
Theoretical Framework: It embraces Al-Garrallah (2016) for the linguistic analysis and Nord (1991) for the functional analysis of the study.
 
Method: The translations of ten implied metaphors by Arberry, Johnson, and Jones are compared and analysed. The analysis incorporates consulting explanatory books such as Al-Zawzani and Al-Tabreezi to uncover the meaning of the pre-Islamic Arabic texts. Furthermore, Arabic and English dictionaries are employed to compare the semantic and connotative layers of the source and target languages, which contribute to help understand implied metaphors and their translation
 
Results and Discussion: The research findings show that in spite of preserving the form and meaning of some of the original metaphors, many of them undergo meaning deviation or distortion. Considering the problem of translating implied metaphors, the study also compares two methods: literal translation and personification and reveals that both methods effectively convey the form and the meaning of the implied metaphors.
 
Research Implications: The research highlights the challenges of translating implied metaphors. It emphasizes the importance of cultural and linguistic context. The strategies like literal translation and personification, along with Al-Garrallah’s model, can improve translation quality by preserving both form and meaning.
 
Originality/Value: The originality of the research lies in applying Al-Garrallah's model to translate implied metaphors in Arabic poetry, offering new insights into effective translation strategies. It enhances understanding of how cultural and linguistic context impacts metaphor translation. The study contributes to both translation theory and practical translation.
Characterization of 3-Hydroxyisobutyryl-Coa Hydrolase (HIBCH) Deficiency in Bahrain: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Authors: jishi Emtithal , sahlawi Zahra , Omran Huda , Almaliki Mohammed , mahroos Faten , Alkoheji Heba
Published: December 2024

Background: 3-Hydroxyisobutyryl-CoA hydrolase (HIBCH) deficiency is a rare inborn error of valine catabolism associated with progressive neurological impairment. This retrospective cohort study aimed to characterize the clinical, biochemical, genetic, and respiratory chain profiles of HIBCH deficiency patients in Bahrain.
Methods: Eight HIBCH deficiency patients were evaluated from a larger cohort of 90 individuals assessed for Leigh-like syndrome at the metabolic clinic of Salmaniya Medical Complex, Bahrain, between 2000-2020. Clinical features, neuroimaging findings, biochemical profiles, genetic analyses, and respiratory chain activities were systematically examined.
Results: Developmental delay and acute encephalopathy were the main presenting symptoms. Neuroimaging demonstrated heterogeneous, often progressive basal ganglia and white matter changes. Biochemical profiling revealed elevated C4-OH acylcarnitine, with variable abnormalities in blood lactate, amino acids, and respiratory chain complexes. Genetic analysis identified a novel homozygous HIBCH variant (c.860A>G, p.Asp287Gly) in all patients. Despite clinical interventions, 5 of 8 patients exhibited severe, persistent developmental delay, and 3 patients succumbed to sepsis.
Conclusion: This study provides comprehensive characterization of the clinical, biochemical, and genetic changes in HIBCH deficiency patients in Bahrain, including the identification of a novel genetic variant. The progressive, debilitating nature of this disorder underscores the critical importance of early diagnosis and tailored management strategies for this rare metabolic condition.
Editorial do volume 42, n.1 (2024)
Authors: Siquelli Sônia Aparecida , Sousa Fabiana Rodrigues de , Mascia Márcia Aparecida Amador , Pucci Renata Helena Pin , Lopes Karina Carrasqueira
Published: December 2024

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Representación de la comunidad LGBTIQ+ en las series de televisión ecuatoriana
Authors: González-Cabrera Catalina , Vélez Párraga Andrea
Published: December 2024

Este estudio examina la representación LGBTIQ+ en programas de televisión ecuatoriana en horario estelar. Se analizó el contenido de 26 capítulos de tres series producidas en Ecuador (2014-2021), con el fin de determinar el encuadre y tono que se otorga a la representación LGBTIQ+. Los principales hallazgos indican que las series de televisión ecuatorianas en horario de máxima audiencia presentan: una representación nula de las mujeres LBTI+; una mayor representación de hombres GTBI+; una asociación de la representación con el estrato socioeconómico bajo, la hipersexualización y la comedia; así como el desempeño de papeles secundarios y de relleno.
Las pantallas en juego, un recorrido por las relaciones mediáticas entre videojuegos y cinematografía
Authors: López Blanca
Published: December 2024

Reseña del libro: 
López Pérez, B., Rangel Jiménez, M. y Meritano Corrales, E. (2024) Videojuegos y cinematografía. Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana.
Challenging Impunity: Colombia and Nicaragua's Intervention in the Israeli Genocide Case at the ICJ
Authors: Gunawan Yordan , Prameswari Elfa Rheanna , Himmaturrahmah Himmaturrahmah
Published: December 2024

In 2023, Colombia and Nicaragua intervened in cases where Israel was accused of genocide. These interventions challenge the principle of impunity often enjoyed by powerful states. Colombia and Nicaragua have taken a stand against perceived injustices and sought to influence the course of the international legal process. This research used normative research methods, namely international law literature, legal documents, and previous ICJ decisions. This article analyzed the legal basis of the intervention and its impact on international law enforcement efforts related to genocide. This analysis is expected to contribute to the ongoing discussion in international law, particularly regarding state responsibility for the crime of genocide. This case challenges the practice of impunity in international law, particularly in relation to state actions deemed to violate human rights on a mass scale. This research also contributes to our understanding of the role of the ICJ in dealing with allegations of genocide, as well as the importance of small and medium-sized state interventions in fighting for international justice.
Desastres & agricultura familiar - análise no assentamento Pastorinhas em Brumadinho/MG
Authors: Oliveira Damasceno Rodrigo , Dornellas Martins Quintão Frederico , Dos Santos de Sousa Teodósio Armindo
Published: December 2024

O artigo em questão analisa os impactos do rompimento da barragem em Brumadinho, Minas Gerais, não só na destruição física, mas também na estrutura socioeconômica da cidade e da sua zona rural. O foco está na vida e trabalho dos agricultores do assentamento Pastorinhas, buscando entender como a produção e qualidade dos produtos foram afetadas e quais as expectativas dos assentados para o próprio futuro. Cinco agricultores foram entrevistados para descrever as dificuldades enfrentadas no pós-rompimento e as estratégias de subsistência adotadas. Conclui-se que os impactos vão além da destruição causada pela onda de lama de rejeitos e das vidas humanas perdidas, gerando problemas para a sociedade, economia e meio ambiente.
A reiteração permanente do modelo predatório do agronegócio brasileiro: o caso dos agrotóxicos
Authors: Daia Firmiano Frederico , Moreira de Almeida Maria Eduarda , Giordano Galassi Laura , Azevedo Lopes May , Mendonça de Lima Manoela
Published: December 2024

Neste artigo, temos por objetivo analisar a conjuntura agrária brasileira, a partir do processo de aceleração da liberação e consumo de agrotóxicos, como parte do que pode ser chamado de reiteração permanente do modelo predatório dos agronegócios. Visamos perscrutar, ainda que de forma breve, o processo de emergência deste modelo no país. Abordamos aspectos políticos e econômicos da conjuntura agrária brasileira recente, com foco no atual governo do PT. Ainda, discutimos parte da literatura que tem abordado os impactos dos agrotóxicos para o meio ambiente e para a saúde humana e, por fim, abordamos o processo de liberação dos agrotóxicos no Brasil na última década, com especial atenção ao período de 2019 a 2023, que vai do governo Bolsonaro ao primeiro ano de governo Lula-Alckmin. Metodologicamente, trata-se de uma análise de conjuntura como um tipo de pesquisa interdisciplinar que visa à identificação de tendências e forças operantes na sociedade, articulada à análise histórico-crítica, mobilizando dados e informações secundárias como evidenciação empírica.
Características da produção e perfil socioeconômico dos agricultores participantes da Feira Livre de Ilha Solteira-SP
Authors: Castilho Freitas Rodrigo , Lázaro Sant'Ana Antonio
Published: December 2024

As feiras livres apresentam-se como uma forma de comercialização tradicional e consolidada, constituindo-se em um importante circuito curto de comercialização para os agricultores familiares. O objetivo deste trabalho é analisar a comercialização e identificar aspectos da diversidade de produção e do perfil socioeconômico dos agricultores que comercializam na Feira Livre de Ilha Solteira-SP, que ocorre semanalmente aos domingos. A coleta de dados foi realizada por meio da aplicação de um questionário que levantou dados sobre o perfil socioeconômico dos agricultores feirantes, aspectos gerais do estabelecimento, tipo e diversidade da produção, outras formas de comercialização utilizadas e o percentual de renda obtido com a produção e a comercialização na Feira. A análise dos dados obtidos evidenciou que os produtores que participam da referida Feira Livre se caracterizam como agricultores familiares que utilizam, de forma predominante, circuitos curtos de comercialização, por meio de venda direta ao consumidor. A ampla diversidade da produção local (vendem 145 produtos na Feira Livre) possibilita que os consumidores tenham uma alimentação de qualidade, sendo imprescindível que políticas públicas de apoio a estes agricultores sejam aplicadas e fortalecidas para que a população tenha cada vez mais acesso a alimentos saudáveis.
A armadilha primário exportadora e os impactos na segurança alimentar e nutricional do Brasil, Paraguai e Argentina
Authors: Goldfarb Yamila , Aparecida de Sousa Fernandes Silvia
Published: December 2024

Este trabalho faz parte de uma pesquisa de pós-doutorado em que foram discutidas as estratégias dos movimentos sociais rurais para a comercialização de sua produção no contexto da primarização de suas economias. O objetivo deste artigo específico é analisar a principal opção de exportação especializada e como ela se relaciona com os índices de Insegurança Alimentar e Nutricional. A análise parte do Brasil, mas também é apoiada por outros dois países do Cone Sul latino-americano, Paraguai e Argentina, uma vez que também vivenciam esse contexto de especialização primária em exportações. A hipótese é que esse processo leve à escassez interna de alimentos nos países, além de gerar impactos na economia como um todo, dada a desindustrialização resultante. A pesquisa é baseada em dados do Observatório de Complexidade Econômica (oec.world) do Banco Mundial, bem como em índices socioeconômicos de cada país estudado. A fundamentação teórica é um diálogo com a teoria da dependência e com a noção de Pacto do Agronegócio desenvolvida por Guilherme Delgado (2011 e 2022). Houve também trabalho de campo realizado no Brasil, na Argentina e no Paraguai, quando foram visitados mercados centrais e entrevistados membros de movimentos sociais. Conclui-se que não só há um agravamento das taxas de insegurança alimentar, mas também que esta opção de economia política afeta negativamente o desenvolvimento social e econômico dos três países.
Meio ambiente virtual: a lei de proteção de dados pessoais da China
Authors: Gomes Patricia , Herrmann Hildebrando , Silveira Botta Ferrante Vera Lúcia , Gallo Zildo
Published: December 2024

Escândalos de sérios e grandes vazamentos de dados pessoais ocorridos nos Estados Unidos da América, os casos Cambridge Analytica e Edward Snowden, levaram o mundo a questionar a segurança, proteção e privacidade dos dados pessoais que trafegam no meio ambiente virtual. Esses vazamentos de dados revelaram a necessidade premente de proteger e preservar os dados pessoais existentes nos mais diversos bancos de dados existentes na rede mundial de computadores e fora dela. A União Europeia saiu na frente e promulgou o GDPR. Em seguida veio o CCPA do Estado da Califórnia. Após, veio o Brasil, que, levando em consideração o teor do GDPR, criou a sua legislação de proteção de dados pessoais, a LGPD. Em novembro de 2021 a República Popular da China publicou o PIPL, sua legislação de proteção de dados pessoais. O objetivo do presente artigo é verificar a legislação da China.
Apresentação
Authors: Silveira Botta Ferrante Vera Lúcia , Carmona Duval Henrique , Barone Luis Antonio , Aly Junior Osvaldo
Published: December 2024

esta edição da Retratos de Assentamentos, apresentamos uma seleção de artigos que abordam os desafios e as potencialidades da agricultura familiar, dos assentamentos de reforma agrária e dos movimentos sociais em busca de justiça socioambiental no Brasil. Todas essas questões se entrelaçam com os desafios contemporâneos identificados pelo relatório “Panorama da Infodemia Socioambiental”, elaborado pelo NetLab/UFRJ. O relatório analisa como a desinformação tem sido usada para manipular o debate socioambiental no Brasil, promovendo o agronegócio e atacando movimentos sociais e ambientais. A pesquisa, que abrange o período entre janeiro de 2021 e novembro de 2022, revela um ecossistema digital onde políticos, influenciadores e plataformas online disseminam narrativas falsas que reforçam interesses econômicos predatórios e desvalorizam a luta por direitos socioambientais (NetLab/UFRJ, 2022)....
Phytochemical composition and biological activities of Dorcoceras uthongensis (Gesneriaceae) - A new species from the limestone karst of Suphan Buri, Thailand
Authors: Prajanban Jaran , Patumchartpat Wichai , Akkarawongsapat Radeekorn , Napaswad Chanita , Panvilai Sathit
Published: December 2024

Dorcoceras uthongensis, a new species of the genus Dorcoceras Bunge, is described. This new species is endemic to Uthong district, Suphan Buri province, Thailand, and differs from the other species by exhibiting capitate glandular hairs with globose unicellular head on the abaxial surface of the leaf. Additionally, it is classified as an endangered species (EN) according to IUCN criteria. The phylogenetic analysis based on nuclear ITS1-5.8S-ITS2 confirmed its placement within Dorcoceras. Moreover, we sought to explore the potential biological activities of the crude extract of this new species. We evaluated the aqueous extract of leaves which revealed antioxidant activity and no cytotoxicity indicating potential safety for further research and utilization. To examine the phytochemical composition, we performed an analysis using LC-MS/MS-QTOF. The result revealed the presence of flavonoids, alkaloids, phenolic compounds, and terpenes.
Pengaruh Keamanan, Persepsi Risiko, dan Persepsi Kemudahan Penggunaan Terhadap Sikap Pembelian Online Shop Pada Aplikasi Lazada
Authors: Rakhmawati Antin
Published: December 2024

Abstrak
Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji pengaruh keamanan, persepsi risiko, dan persepsi kemudahan penggunaan terhadap sikap pembelian online shop pada aplikasi Lazada (Studi pada pengguna aplikasi Lazada di Kota Malang). Penelitian ini bersifat kuantitatif dan data primer berupa pengisian kuesioner yang diambil dengan memakai rumus Machin dan Champbell sebanyak 106 responden. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah Kuisioner (angket) dengan mengumpulkan data melalui survei online kemudian diolah menggunakan analisis linier berganda menggunakan aplikasi SPSS 20.00 for Windows Executed. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukan jika semua variabel yakni keamanan, persepsi risiko dan persepsi kemudahan penggunaan berpengaruhi positif terhadap sikap pembelian.
Pengaruh Harga, E-Wom dan Online Customer Rating terhadap Keputusan Pembelian Online melalui Marketplace Shopee Food pada Pawon UTI Keputih Surabaya
Authors: Annisa Putri , Augustinah Fedianty , Ayuningtiyas Galuh Ajeng
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh harga, E-WOM dan online customer rating terhadap keputusan pembelian online marketplace Shopeefood di Pawon Uti Keputih Surabaya. Variabel independen dalam penelitian ini terdiri dari harga, e-wom dan online customer rating. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan meinggunakam teknik simple random sampling dengan jumlah responden seibanyak 80 orang yang diambil dari rata-rata pembeli seitiap hari melalui ShopeeFood. Pengolahan data dengan SPSS 24 dan menggunakan analisis regresi linier berganda deingan uji t, uji F dan R2. Hasil peneilitian menjukkan bahwa harga berpengaruh negatif dan signifikan teirhadap keputusan peimbelian online sedangkan E-WOM dan online customer rating berpengaruh positif dan signifikan teirhadap keputusan pembelian online. Hasil koefisien determinasi sebesar 64,9% yang berarti bahwa variabel independen mempengaruhi variabel keputusan pembelian online.
El pelo afro como elemento discursivo en la obra de la artista marfileña Laetitia Ky
Authors:   Universidad de Cádiz (España), Sánchez Tocino Elisabet
Published: December 2024

Over the years, African women have built their history around their hair, using it as a narrative, spiritual, and cultural element. However, colonization imposes beauty standards that, besides resulting in the fragmentation of their identities, endanger their physical and psychological integrity. To revalue Afro hair and challenge the Eurocentric canon, the Ivorian artist Laetitia Ky, with the help of wires and extensions, and inspired by the traditional hairstyles of her ancestors, creates a series of hair sculptures with which she denounces the multiple forms of violence and inequalities faced by African and Afro-descendant women today.
Altérités spatiales dans le roman postcolonial : « l’ailleurs » et « le nulle part » dans Les nègres n’iront jamais au paradis de Tanella Boni
Authors:   Universidad de Granada (España), Montes Villar Luisa
Published: December 2024

In the postcolonial novel, expressions linked to displacement take on a predominant dimension. On the one hand, they sketch out transitional and passing geographical, temporal and symbolic spaces. On the other, they describe and delimit the place of the coloniser in relation to that of the colonised. This spatio-temporal division highlights a spatial otherness that emerges acutely in the novel Les nègres n’iront jamais au paradis (Le Serpent à plumes, 2006), by the Ivorian writer Tanella Boni. This contribution analyses notions such as «l’ailleurs» (‘elsewhere’) and «le nulle part» (‘nowhere’) in the light of postcolonial studies, in particular the work of Jean-Marc Moura (1992, 1998a, 1998b), and the phenomenological perception of space.
The Problems with the Critique of Political Economy in the Arts
Authors: You Mi
Published: December 2024

This article attempts to offer a systemic discussion about the paradigm shift away from the neoliberal Washington consensus and its ramifications for the worlds of performing and visual arts. The article first provides an overview of discussions of political economy in the arts, in which the typically speculative arguments are contrasted with sociological and historical knowledge which reveals a limit to them. The article then describes contemporary political economy in the era of post-globalization and makes a few proposals on how the arts can think through it.
Ekspresjonizm i jego sposoby nazywania świata
Authors: Graf Paweł
Published: December 2024

The text offers a reflection on the specificity of the existence of proper names in expressionist literature. Unlike the “classical” form, when a researcher of literary onomastics interprets a specific class of words, nomina propria, in expressionistic experience, lexemes written with a capital letter often lose their “own” meaning and become secondary or even common. Instead, ordinary words, even not self-reliant parts of speech, expressions of feelings, intellectual states, etc., distinguished in the works by the artists who create them, acquire properties. In the article, after outlining problems related to the study of the title artistic direction, the author lists itsnames, groups them and discusses their meaning. Thus, the category of proper name is expanded, showing how licentia poetica determines a seemingly stable research term, its scope and meaning. The research material comes from the expressionist works of Jerzy Hulewicz, Józef Wittlin and Emil Zegadłowicz.
Strength Setbacks: The Impact of Youth Sport-Related Knee Joint Injuries on Thigh Muscle Strength. A 24-Month Prospective Cohort Study
Authors: Losciale Justin M. , Le Christina Y. , Jansen Núria E.J. , Lu Leo , Xie Hui , Mitchell Cameron , Hunt Michael A. , Whittaker Jackie L.
Published: December 2024

OBJECTIVE: To compare injured and uninjured limb knee extensor and flexor peak torque between youth who experienced a sport-related, traumatic knee joint injury and comparable uninjured youth, at baseline (≤4 months of injury) and semiannually for 2 years. Differences by injury type and sex were also explored.

DESIGN: Prospective cohort study.

METHODS: Bilateral knee extensor and flexor concentric isokinetic peak torque at 90° per second was assessed semiannually in 186 youth (106 injured, 80 controls) for 2 years. Between-group differences in strength over time were estimated with generalized estimating equations (95% confidence interval [CI]). Confounding was controlled using inverse probability weighting. Strength differences between those with anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears and those with non-ACL tear injuries as well as between male and female participants were explored.

RESULTS: Compared to uninjured controls, injured limb knee extensor strength was lowest at baseline (−37.1 Nm; 95% CI, −45.3 to −28.9) and 6-month follow-up (−13.3 Nm; 95% CI, −20.4 to −6.2), with minimal strength gain beyond the 12-month follow-up (1.7 Nm; 95% CI, −14.3 to 17.6). Knee flexor strength of the injured limb was lowest at baseline (−24.6 Nm; 95% CI, −31.5 to −17.8), and there was minimal strength gain beyond 6 months (2.3 Nm; 95% CI, −7.7 to 12.3). The average residual deficit was similar to the knee extensors (10% to 11%) at 24 months. Exploratory analysis suggested no difference based on injury type or sex.

CONCLUSION: Injured limb knee extensor and flexor weakness was present after different youth sport-related knee joint injuries. Strength deficits peaked early after injury, improved over time, and plateaued after 12 months, with lingering deficits at 24 months. Thigh muscle strength trajectory was similar across injury types and sex. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2025;55(2):137-147. Epub 20 December 2024. doi:10.2519/jospt.2024.12663
Effects of Exercise-Based ACL Injury Prevention Interventions on Knee Motion in Athletes: A Systematic Review and Bayesian Network Meta-Analysis
Authors: Wang Di , Valtonen Anu M. , Thiel Tom , Stenroth Lauri , Gao Ying , Kulmala Juha-Pekka
Published: December 2024

OBJECTIVE: To compare the effectiveness of injury prevention programs (IPPs) for improving high-risk knee motion patterns in the context of reducing the risk of noncontact anterior cruciate ligament injury.

DESIGN: Systematic review with Bayesian network meta-analysis.

DATA SOURCES: PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, and the Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature were searched until September 10, 2023.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA: We included randomized controlled trials involving athletes without prior anterior cruciate ligament injury. The trials had to provide data on peak knee flexion and valgus angles, obtained from 2-leg drop vertical jump, single-leg drop vertical jump, or side-step cutting test.

RESULTS: The network meta-analysis synthesized data from 22 randomized controlled trials involving 878 participants, evaluating 12 different IPPs. Results of meta-analyses indicated that, in jumping tests, the external focus instructions (mean difference [MD] = 26; credible interval [CrI] = 7.5, 44; surface under the cumulative ranking curve [SUCRA] = 0.94) and internal focus of attention (MD = 19; CrI = 0.19, 37; SUCRA = 0.81) was effective for increasing peak knee flexion, and core stability training ranked first for reducing knee valgus (MD = −4.40; CrI = −7.7, −1.1; SUCRA = 0.96). None of the IPPs revealed statistically significant effects for the cutting test.

CONCLUSION: The external focus instructions and internal focus of attention increased knee flexion, while core stability exercise reduced knee valgus in jumping tests. Intervention effects were inconsistent for cutting tests. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2025;55(2):123-136. Epub 20 December 2024. doi:10.2519/jospt.2024.12720
Safer Rig Operations: A Novel Framework Using Computer Vision
Authors: Abinader Antonio , Krishna Dhananjaya , Vesselinov Velizar , Santhalingam Vignesh
Published: December 2024

The Oil and Gas industry faces unique safety challenges due to its operations in harsh and remote environments. This paper presents a novel framework to address these challenges by leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Computer Vision Analytics. Our framework offers a pragmatic method for creating and implementing AI solutions that can be applied to solve similar problems and more. We have detailed the six essential stages of our framework and emphasized the challenges posed by the complexity of the Oil and Gas environment in developing and deploying these solutions.

This framework has enabled us to work with our multi-functional teams to have a structured approach and accelerate development. We were able to develop and deploy up to six use cases in a span of seven months and strengthened our ability to scale. In many of these cases we were able to build a use case from concept and increase the model’s confidence and performance significantly in just a few months. This system not only provides real-time alerts to the Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) teams but also offers insights into historical trends of PPE usage, fostering a culture of enhanced safety through behavioral engineering. Our models are trained with industry-specific data and are integrated with existing rig infrastructure for real-time monitoring. This comprehensive approach of combining real-time safety compliance with historical trend analysis, aims to revolutionize safety practices in the Oil and Gas industry.

This paper presents the framework that was used to develop these models and highlights the challenges faced in each of these stages, the approaches taken, and shares the improvements made as a result. Although we worked on many use cases, this paper focuses on personnel and PPE detection where we have seen the highest progress in performance and adoption. With continuous testing and validation, we have seen an increase in accuracy of up to 150% from 2022 to 2023 for these use cases. Due to this framework, we were able to quickly adapt to unique challenges such as changing lighting conditions, weather conditions, cyclic setup changes due to rig-up & rig downs within these complex environments. This has led to a reduction in both false negatives and false positives. The system’s performance and scalability were validated through field tests on various rigs, further reinforcing the philosophy that the system improves as more diversified data is incorporated into the machine learning models.

The results highlight the potential of our system to greatly enhance safety practices in the Oil and Gas industry. By integrating real-time rig data with computer vision analytics, we have demonstrated the capability of AI in addressing industry-specific safety challenges. Our work contributes to the state of knowledge by showcasing the potential of advanced computer vision techniques in behavioral engineering, enhancing safety protocols, and safeguarding lives in the oil and gas industry.
Neurorretinite por toxoplasmose em mulher de 44 anos durante tratamento para hepatite C
Authors: Marangoni Giovanna Garcia , Marangoni Ana Júlia Garcia , Zanelato Amanda Nunes , Ferro Cibele Alexandra , Rabelo Cristiam Dias , Souza Pablo Nori de , Bonini Luca Campassi , Germano Bruno de Senzi
Published: December 2024

Objetivo: Relatar um caso de neurorretinite por toxoplasmose em uma mulher jovem durante tratamento de hepatite C. Detalhamento de caso: Mulher, 44 anos, com histórico oftalmológico normal e antecedente clínico de hepatite C, nunca tratada anteriormente, contraída na infância devido à transfusão sanguínea, assintomática, apresentou alterações de exame de imagem de rotina em 2020, os quais constataram progressão da fibrose hepática. Durante o tratamento, apresentou febre aferida de 39,5°, dificuldade para deambular e movimentar membros, taquicardia, fadiga, icterícia, escotomas, fotofobia, dor ocular, embaçamento visual em ambos os olhos, com predomínio em olho esquerdo. Realizados exames laboratoriais que confirmaram toxoplasmose e tomografia de coerência óptica (OCT) que evidenciou alterações sugestivas de neurorretinite por toxoplasmose. Considerações finais: Apesar de ser considerado raro a apresentação de neurorretinite decorrente a infecção por toxoplasmose, deve ter-se como diagnóstico diferencial nos casos de escotoma, dor ocular, visão turva e fotofobia.
Digital Health Divide: Opportunities for Reducing Health Disparities and Promoting Equitable Care for Maternal and Child Health Populations
Authors: Girmay Mehrete
Published: December 2024

The integration of telehealth into maternal and child health (MCH) care presents an opportunity to enhance health equity, offering solutions to bridge gaps in access and quality of care. This paper explores the impact and reach of telehealth services on MCH, emphasizing its potential to address disparities in healthcare access, particularly for underserved and marginalized populations. Telehealth facilitates improved access to care by reducing geographical barriers, offering convenient and flexible consultation options, and providing cost-effective solutions for low-income families. This paper also crystallizes the importance of telehealth services on the continuity of care through consistent remote monitoring, which is crucial for managing chronic conditions and ensuring timely interventions during pregnancy and early childhood. However, the effective implementation of telehealth in MCH also faces significant challenges, including the digital divide, which limits technology access and digital literacy among vulnerable populations. Enhancing digital literacy is essential for empowering individuals to navigate telehealth services effectively and to make informed health decisions. To advance health equity, it is crucial to address these challenges by expanding technology access, improving digital literacy, and developing supportive policies that ensure comprehensive telehealth coverage while considering the Social Determinants of Health (SDoH). This paper explores the importance of leveraging telehealth and other timely interventions to improve MCH equity and justice, including the provision of technological resources and comprehensive policy frameworks. By addressing these factors, telehealth can significantly contribute to reducing health disparities and promoting equitable care for all maternal and child populations.