bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Advanced glycation end products of dietary origin and their association with inflammation in diabetes – A minireview
Authors: Pedreanez Adriana , Robalino Jorge , Tene Diego , Salazar Patricio
Published: April 2024

Advanced glycation end products (AGEs) are a diverse group of compounds that are formed as a result of the non-enzymatic reaction between a reducing sugar such as glucose and the free NH2 groups of an amino acid in a protein or other biomolecule. The chemical reaction, by which these products are generated, is known as the Maillard reaction and occurs as a part of the body’s normal metabolism. Such a reaction is enhanced during diabetes due to hyperglycemia, but it can also occur during the preparation, processing, and preservation of certain foods. Therefore, AGEs can also be obtained from the diet (d-AGE) and contribute to an increase of the total serum pool of these compounds. They have been implicated in a wide variety of pathological processes, mainly because of their ability to induce inflammatory responses and oxidative stress increase. They are extensively accumulated as a part of the normal aging, especially in tissues rich in long half-life proteins, which can compromise the physiology of these tissues. d-AGEs are abundant in diets rich in processed fats and sugars. This review is addressed to the current knowledge on these products and their impact on the immunomodulation of various mechanisms that may contribute to exacerbation of the diabetes pathophysiology.
Determinants of Trade Flow in the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS): Does Governance Matter?
Authors: Olaifa Felix Gbenga , Olubiyi Ebenezer Adesoji , Benjamin Oluwasegun Olawale
Published: April 2024

Subject and purpose of work:

This study analyzes the determinants of intra-ECCAS trade, with special attention paid to the role of institutional quality from 1996 to 2021.

Materials and methods:

The study conducts descriptive analysis and utilizes a Negative Binomial Pseudo Maximum Likelihood to analyze the determinants of intra-ECCAS trade.

Results:

The results suggest that gross domestic product (GDP), population, time taken for export shipment in the exporting countries and the bilateral real exchange rate of the importing partner country enhance intra-ECCAS trade flow. On the other hand, distance, two trading partners being landlocked, time for importing countries and bilateral real exchange rate of the exporting partner discourage this. Furthermore, the findings reveal that institutions are vital to intra-ECCAS trade.

Conclusions:

T he key d rivers of intra-ECCAS t rade a re GDP, population, t ime t aken for export shipment in the exporting countries, bilateral real exchange rate of the importing partner country, and institutions’ quality measures.
Behavioral Aspects of Investments in Renewable Energy Sources on the Example of Podkarpackie Province
Authors: Szara Katarzyna
Published: April 2024

Subject and purpose of work:

The subject of the study consists of the biasess made when investing in photovoltaic panels. The purpose of the study is to identify biasess associated with investing in renewable energy sources.

Materials and methods:

Data from a survey conducted among owners of photovoltaic installations in Subcarpathia were used. The literature has identified papers on factors other than behavioral errors affecting investments in photovoltaic panels.

Results:

Respondents succumbed to the anchoring effect, the error of positive retrospection, information bias, choice-supportive bias and framing bias when deciding to invest in photovoltaic panels.

Conclusions:

The research conducted makes it possible to confirm that people’s behavior while investing is influenced by non-economic factors. Knowledge of behavioral biases can allow one to calibrate financial incentives in order to influence customers more effectively.
A Voluntary Divide? Exploring the Role of Digitalisation in German Rural Volunteering
Authors: Thewes Christoph , Sept Ariane , Richter Ralph
Published: April 2024

Rural communities have experienced significant changes in their social, economic and demographic structures, leading to an increased importance of volunteering. Such activities are related to traditional association structures, which seem to be declining in popularity. One of the current hopes for strengthening rural volunteering is digitalisation. This article examines the extent to which digitalisation has found its way into volunteering and how this is related to rural areas. It summarises the discourses on volunteering, rural areas and digitalisation and introduces a mixed-methods approach at the organisational level. Based on a nationwide survey and in-depth interviews with volunteers and experts, we present a digitalisation index to illustrate that digitalisation has found its way into rural volunteering, but not to the same extent everywhere. We suggest that the sparse use of distance-bridging digital tools is due to the structural peculiarities of rural voluntary organisations rather than stereotypical rural backwardness.
Gastronomic Identity and the Role of the Confraternities in the Valorisation of Local Products. The Confraternity of Bucho Raiano in the Promotion of Culture and Inland Tourism
Authors: Fernandes Gonçalo Poeta , Costa Adriano , Cerveira Rui
Published: April 2024

Considering gastronomy as a source of expression of local culture, its use in tourism can contribute to enhancing and adding value to the destination, as well as encourage the pride of the local community, stimulating its production and consumption, and its dissemination outside the region. Bucho Raiano is a gastronomic product of identity and representativeness for the inland border region of Portugal (Riba Côa), for which its confraternity seeks the dissemination, the promotion of its consumption, and enhancement as a cultural resource. In this context, we seek to frame the Bucho Raiano gastronomic product, its identity, and the role of the confreres in its promotion and dissemination. Thus, this research aims to contextualize the Confraria do Bucho Raiano as a case study, evaluate the confreres’ perception of the confraternity’s mission, its strategies and contributions to the promotion and enhancement of this gastronomic product. The aim is to find out whether Bucho can be an important tourist product for this region and, consequently, strengthen the link between traditional local gastronomy and the tourist destination, according to the confreres’ perception.
Effects of B content on wear and corrosion resistance of laser-cladded Co-based alloy coatings
Authors: Xia Rong , Zhang Kun , Shu Fengyuan , Zhang Xin , Yan Liying , Li Cheng
Published: April 2024

To improve the surface properties of Ti alloy, (Co34Fe8Cr29Ni8Si7)100–x
B
x
alloy, coatings were prepared by laser cladding. The coatings—mainly composed of TiCr, Fe0.1Ti0.18V0.72, CoTi, Ti2Ni, and TiB—and amorphous phases were investigated in terms of microstructure, wear resistance, and corrosion resistance. The results showed that the microhardness of the Co-based coatings first increased and then decreased with the increase of B content. When the B content was 6%, the microhardness of the coating increased up to 1210 HV0.2 which was 3.4 times that of TC4 alloy substrate. The coatings exhibited diverse wear mechanisms that gradually transitioned from severe fatigue spalling and oxidative wear to slightly abrasive wear. The corrosion current density of Co-based coatings in 3.5 wt% NaCl solution first increased and then decreased as B contents increased. Coatings with 4% B content, however, exhibited the best corrosion resistance, which was most suitable for improving the corrosion resistance of Ti alloy.
Open-Air Music in Warsaw Between the World Wars
Authors: Dziadek Magdalena
Published: April 2024

The aim of the paper is to situate the most important open-air venues where music was performed on the map of interwar Warsaw. This includes venues in city parks, restaurant tea gardens, streets and squares where mass celebrations and demonstrations took place, as well as the courtyards of tenement houses frequented by street players and singers. In addition to live music, that coming from the radio, gramophone records, as well as megaphones installed in parks and streets has been taken into account. On the basis of press reports, taken mainly from the Kurier Warszawski (Warsaw's largest daily newspaper), as well as works of fiction and diaries, the repertoire of works performed in the open air has been reconstructed. The organisers and performers of concerts, open-air shows, and street marches during which music was performed have also been listed. The material is divided into contexts connected with the everyday life of Warsaw's bourgeoisie and working class (during which music, functioning independently or as part of theatrical, cabaret and film performances, functioned as entertainment) and those belonging to the official-public or ceremonial sphere (celebrations of religious and national holidays, military parades, spontaneous demonstrations of supporters of various political groups). Special emphasis has been placed on recreating the social and political context of the latter type of events, which highlight the role of interwar Warsaw as the capital of the state.
Analysis of Postal Agent Performance in Sidoarjo Seen from External and Internal Factors
Authors: Triastuti Wahyu Ria
Published: April 2024

The momentum of COVID-19 should be an opportunity for courier business owners because many people focus on their activities at home and rely on courier services to shop. Two big players such as JNE and JnT have shown an increase in transaction volume in 2020 and 2021. On the other hand, Pos Indonesia has experienced a 15% decrease in profit from usual. This phenomenon is also reflected in the scale of Postal Agents, one of the official partners of Pos Indonesia. Referring to data from the Central Post Office in Sidoarjo , the income of all Postal Agents in Sidoarjo decreased by around 15% during the pandemic, starting in 2020 Rp. 11.3 billion to Rp. 9.6 billion in 2021. This research was conducted to investigate the influence of aspects of external and internal factors on the performance of Postal Agents. All research data comes from questionnaires filled out by 30 respondents who are managers of Postal Agents in Sidoarjo. Then the data was analyzed using the SEM-PLS (Structural Equation Modeling Partial Least Square) method. The results showed that internal factors had a positive influence on the performance of Postal Agents with a T-statistic of 3.115 and a P-value of 0.002 (0.05). From these internal factors, it is known that finance and service products are the most influential aspects. Meanwhile, external factors did not have a positive influence on the performance of Postal Agents with a T-statistic of 0.123 and a P-value of 0.902 ( 0.05).
Evaluación de la respuesta hidrológica del modelo DWB en la curva de duración de caudales a nivel de cuenca y microcuenca, caso de estudio la cuenca del río Sogamoso, Colombia
Authors:   Departamento de Ingeniería Civil y Agrícola, Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Bogotá, Colombia / Water group, Stockholm Environment Institute, Bogotá, Colombia, García-Echeverri Camila , Rodríguez-Castiblanco Christian ,   Departamento de Ingeniería Civil y Agrícola, Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Bogotá, Colombia, Mancipe-Muñoz Nestor Alonso ,   Departamento de Ingeniería Civil y Agrícola, Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Bogotá, Colombia, González-Murillo Carlos ,   Departamento de Ingeniería Civil y Agrícola, Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Bogotá, Colombia, Zamora David ,   Departamento de Ingeniería Civil y Agrícola, Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Bogotá, Colombia, / Water group, Stockholm Environment Institute, Bogotá, Colombia
Published: April 2024

Las curvas de duración de caudales (CDC) reflejan los efectos de las características de una cuenca sobre los caudales, esto sin tener en cuenta la temporalidad de ocurrencia. Tradicionalmente, se construyen a partir de registros históricos registrados por estaciones y son insumo para el cálculo de índices de gestión del recurso hídrico como el índice de regulación Hídrica (IRH). Debido a la escasez de registros hidrológicos, en la práctica se recurre a estrategias de regionalización de las CDC para estudiar aquellas cuencas no instrumentadas. Este trabajo busca evaluar el desempeño del modelo DWB a partir de entradas diarias en la simulación de CDC en dos subcuencas del río Sogamoso que tienen características diferentes (El Tablazo y Puente Colonial). Se desarrolla una metodología que usa el índice de aridez para identificar 4 periodos hidrológicamente contrastantes, 2 periodos húmedos y 2 periodos secos. Posteriormente, se implementaron 8 experimentos de calibración – validación a partir de la combinación de los periodos previamente identificados. Finalmente, a partir de la revisión cualitativa y cuantitativa con firmas de sesgo en los flujos medios, altos y bajos se evaluaron los resultados arrojados por el modelo DWB. En términos generales, se encontró que el ejercicio fue exitoso en la subcuenca de mayor tamaño (El Tablazo) y que el modelo no logra reproducir los caudales bajos, generando subestimaciones en todos los experimentos realizados.
Opportunities and Challenges Faced by Women Entrepreneurs for Sustainable Development in India
Authors: Rani Vosuri Sandya , Sundaram Natarajan
Published: April 2024

Purpose: Working women are thriving and rising to prominence in the economy and business environment. Today's women make significant contributions to society's development.
 
Theoretical framework: An empowered woman has more control over her life and her finances.  Women's economic independence and self-sufficiency can be greatly aided by training them in the art of entrepreneurship. Growth in business entrepreneurship has the potential to improve women's financial, societal, personal, as well as political standing.
 
Design/methodology/approach: The current study aims to investigate the relationship between female entrepreneurship and women's empowerment in the Chittoor district. Participants are 300 female entrepreneurs from both urban and rural areas. The researcher analyses the issues and difficulties women entrepreneurs experience in operating their enterprises, as well as the supportive elements for women business owners.
 
Findings: Women's empowerment and female entrepreneurship are positively correlated. The majority of female business owners, whether in urban and rural areas, struggle with financial issues and job pressure. Governmental programmes and policies support female entrepreneurs by giving them training, funding, and marketing help.
 
Research, Practical & Social implications: The entrepreneur alters the conditions of supply, combines already-existing resources in novel ways, and therefore establishes another generation of employment.
 
Originality/value: Women's conditions are improved by entrepreneurship, which also helps them become fully involved in the growth and development of their country. This is one of the first studies to provide a detailed account of the women's entrepreneurship research in Chittoor, India.
Public Participation in Crime Prevention in Ukraine
Authors: Pavlo Harasym , Olena Chernetska , Sergii Galagan , Andrii Patyk , Lesia Patyk , Oleksii Humin
Published: April 2024

Purpose: The scientific publication is aimed at obtaining theoretical and applied knowledge of the influence of the public on combating crime in various spheres of public life in Ukraine.
 
Methods: The methodological basis of the scientific article was a set of philosophical and special methods of knowledge of phenomena and processes used in it. First of all, these are the following methods: generalization, induction and deduction, analysis and synthesis, analogy, systematization, modeling, bibliometric analysis.
 
Results and discussion: Based on the results of the study of the characteristics of citizens' participation in combating crime in Ukraine, conclusions and proposals were made aimed at reducing the scale of the spread of illegal activities in society, improving the criminogenic situation. The advantages of the involvement of public organizations or individuals in the field of crime prevention are emphasized, and relevant direct and indirect forms of citizen participation in crime prevention are determined.
 
Implications of the research: Implications of the research: The specified scientific publication has theoretical and applied significance in realizing the potential of public influence on countering penitentiary recidivism, which includes the influence on the post-penitentiary behavior of a person, which involves reformatting the penitentiary system on the basis of openness, service, priority of prevention over repression.
 
Originality/value: Based on the results of the research, the conclusions were formulated that the main task of the Ukrainian state at the current stage is the implementation of legislative provisions aimed at stimulating the activation of public activity in the prevention of criminal offenses, the creation of appropriate guarantees of such activity, the integration of the public and private components of special criminological prevention of penitentiaries and post-penitentiary relapses of criminal offenses.
Determination of District/City Poverty Levels in Central Sulawesi Province Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) Approach
Authors: Ladjin Nurjanna , Mambuhu Nur Mawati , Rahayu Sri
Published: April 2024

Purpose: The primary aim of this research is to examine the impact of economic growth and the human development index on poverty levels across 13 districts/cities in Central Sulawesi Province.
 
Method: The analytical approach employed in this study is panel data analysis using the Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) method through Eviews version 11 software.
 
Results and conclusion: The findings from the panel data regression indicate that, in the short term, there is no significant relationship between economic growth, human development index, and poverty levels in the districts/cities of Central Sulawesi Province. However, in the long term, economic growth is negatively associated with poverty rates, while the human development index has a positive and significant impact on poverty levels in the province. In order to alleviate poverty in Central Sulawesi Province, it is recommended to implement pro-poor, pro-job, and pro-growth programs, as well as to enhance employment opportunities and increase budget allocations for education, health, finance, and public service infrastructure. These measures are crucial for fostering sustainable human development in the region
 
Research implications: This study has important implications for both academics and policymakers in Central Sulawesi Province, Indonesia. For academics, our findings add to what we know about how economic growth, human development, and poverty interact.  For policymakers, our research offers practical advice on how to fight poverty effectively. Long-term economic growth plays a vital role in poverty reduction, thus emphasizing the significance of sustainable development. Moreover, enhancing education, healthcare, and social services, as measured by the human development index, can also contribute to uplifting individuals from poverty.
 
Originality/value: Based on the study's findings, actionable recommendations are provided to address the existing poverty challenges in Central Sulawesi Province. These recommendations include implementing specific initiatives that are pro-poor, pro-job, and pro-growth. Additionally, strategies to enhance employment opportunities and allocate more funds to critical sectors like education, healthcare, finance, and public infrastructure are suggested. These interventions are crucial for promoting sustainable human development in the region and creating a more inclusive and equitable socio-economic landscape.
Medical Action of Doctors with Euthanasy From the Perspective of Criminal Acts on Islamic Law: A Normative Review
Authors: Ahmad Kamri , Kamri Andi Khaedhir
Published: April 2024

Purpose: This research investigates euthanasia treatment by physicians from human rights and Islamic legal perspectives. It aims to comprehend ethical and legal considerations regarding euthanasia within Islamic criminal law and human rights principles.
 
Methods: A normative approach analyzes Islamic criminal law's rules on euthanasia. Expert opinions assist in resolving ethical and legal complexities. Indonesian legal frameworks, including relevant laws, are examined.
 
Results and Conclusion: Active euthanasia by physicians is deemed illegal under Islamic law, akin to suicide, as only Allah SWT can end life. Indonesian legal provisions uphold the right to life, with breaches carrying legal consequences. The research concludes that active euthanasia is prohibited from both Islamic and human rights perspectives, emphasizing respect for human life and legal repercussions for violations.
 
Research Implications: Implications extend to healthcare, policy, and legal sectors, stressing the need for ethical guidelines aligning with Islamic principles and human rights in end-of-life care.
 
Originality/Value: This study contributes to euthanasia discourse, examining it through Islamic law and human rights. It offers insights into ethical decision-making in healthcare, especially where Islamic law influences moral considerations.
Navigating Financial Distress: The Impact of Boardroom Effectiveness and Audit Committee Expertise Interplay
Authors: Altass Sultan
Published: April 2024

Objective: To examine the impact of board of director (BOD) characteristics and audit committee expertise (ACE) on financial distress (DIS).
 
Theoretical Framework: In this topic, the main theories that underpin the research are agency theory, resource dependence theory, and groupthink theory.
 
Method: This study employs pooled OLS multiple regression verified with several robustness tests utilizing data collected from annual reports of basic material firms listed in TASI of Saudi Arabia.
 
Results and Discussion: The findings suggest an inverse relationship between board size (BDS) and the Altman Z-Score; larger boards correspond to higher DIS levels. Board independence (IND) is positively associated with DIS proxy, suggesting that greater independence improves financial health. Similarly, a higher frequency of board meetings (MTG) shows a positive relationship with the Altman Z-Score, implying better financial health. Audit committee (AC) with high composition of financial expertise (ACE) are shown to improve firms’ financial position. Additionally, the model incorporates an interaction term between ACE and IND, revealing a negative impact on mitigating financial distress.
 
Research Implications: These findings highlight the nuanced roles that the BOD and ACE play in managing DIS within a competitive and evolving market.
 
Originality/Value: This study attempts to offer a valuable contribution to existing literature of corporate governance and financial accounting by investigating the possible influence of board of director characteristics and audit ACE on DIS. Through robust analysis and counter-intuitive findings, it challenges conventional beliefs by revealing an inverse association between BDS and DIS, while underlining the positive effects of IND, MTG frequency, and ACE on financial health. The study's inclusion of an interaction term between ACE and IND further enhances our understanding of the nuanced roles played by these corporate governance attributes in managing financial distress within a a highly growing and evolving market.
ОПТИМІЗАЦІЯ ОСВІТНЬОГО ПРОЦЕСУ ЗАКЛАДІВ ВИЩОЇ ОСВІТИ УКРАЇНИ ЗАСОБАМИ ШТУЧНОГО ІНТЕЛЕКТУ
Authors: Доценко Світлана , Собченко Тетяна
Published: April 2024

У статті розглянуто актуальну проблему оптимізації освітнього процесу закладів вищої освіти України засобами штучного інтелекту. Представлено законодавчу базу України щодо розвитку й імплементації штучного інтелекту в усі сфери, зокрема у сферу освіти. Схарактеризовано та узагальнено звʼязок основних методів штучного інтелекту та популярних технологій ШІ: класичний ШІ, машинне навчання (контрольоване навчання, неконтрольоване навчання, навчання з підкріпленням), штучні нейронні мережі, глибоке навчання. Визначено, що використання ШІ у вищій освіті здійснюється за трьома напрямами: інституційним, підтримки студентів, методичним.
Зроблено висновок, що штучний інтелект швидко зростає в секторі освіти, чим обумовлена його здатністю трансформувати багато аспектів процесів викладання та навчання. Окреслено перспективи подальших досліджень, що полягають у вивченні етичних проблем у використанні ШІ в освіті.
Mali Ayrıcalık ve Mali Ayrımcılık Üzerine Tartışmalar: Menstrual Ürünler Erdemli Mal Mıdır?
Authors: Saraç Özgür
Published: April 2024

Ayrıcalık ve ayrımcılığın farklılıklarını menstrual ürünlere odaklanarak ortaya koyan bu çalışma, konuyu kanun önünde eşitlik ve adalet ilkesi tartışmaları bakımından mali alana taşıyarak incelemektedir. Sosyo ekonomik amaçlar için hükümetin birer icraat aracı olan vergi harcamalarının ayrımcı değil, ayrıcalıkçı tedbirler olduğunu vurgulayan çalışmada kadınlar için zaruri birer ihtiyaç maddesi olan menstrual ürünlerin temel özellikleri ortaya konulmakta ve hükümetlerin bu ürünlere olan fırsatçı bakış açısı eleştirilmektedir. Menstrual ürünlere yaklaşımın özellikle harcama vergileri bakımından dolaylı ayrımcılık meydana getirdiğini ileri süren çalışma, söz konusu ayrımcılığa ‘tampon vergisi’ eleştirisine yer vererek değinmekte ve bu ürünlerin tam tersine bir tutum sergilenerek mali ayrıcalık kazandırılan birer ‘erdemli mal’ olarak ele alınmaları gerektiğini ileri sürmektedir. Betimsel analiz ve yer yer düşünce deneyi yöntemlerinin kullanıldığı çalışmada ayrıca, menstrual ürünler için bir proje önerisi sunulmaktadır.
G-7 Ülkelerinde Ticaretin Finansmanı
Authors: Sağlam Yağmur
Published: April 2024

Gelişmiş ekonomiler için ticaretin finansmanı özellikle ticaret hacmi, ticaret hadleri ve ticaretin deseni üzerine önemli bir rol oynamaktadır. Bu çalışmanın amacı ticaretin finansmanının ticaret akımları üzerine olan etkisini G-7 ülkeleri için tahmin edeblmektir. G-7 ülkelerinin analize konu edilmesinin küresel bağlamda bu gelişmiş ülkelerin dünya ticaretine ve finansmanına yön veriyor olmalarıdır. Kurulan iktisadi modelde gerek arz gerek ise talep şoklarına yol açan ekonomik ve finansal krizler kukla değişken-dummy değişkeni ile dikkate alınarak 2001-2020 dönemi Dünya Bankası Küresel Finansal Gelişim Göstergelerinden elde edilen yıllık veriler ile analiz edilmiştir. G-7 ülkelerinden Kanada’ya ait ilgili yıla referans gösterilebilecek veriler elde edilemediği için bu ülke kapsam dışı bırakılmıştır. Ayrıca 2001 yılı öncesine ait veriler eksik olduğu ve dengeli panel veri analizi mümkün olmayacağı için 2001 sonrası uygulamaya dahil edilmiştir. Dinamik panel veri analizi ile elde edilen sayısal bulgular tüm değişkenlerin homojen ve yatay kesit bağımlılığına sahip olduğunu gösterirken, bağımlı ve bağımsız değişkenler arasında uzun dönemde eş-bütünleşik bir ilişki olduğunu ifade etmek mümkündür. Ortak Etkili İlişkiler modeli ile kısa ve uzun dönem katsayı tahmini yapılmıştır. Ticaretin finansmanı, ilgili dönemde diğer bağımsız değişkenlerle birlikte toplam ticaret hadlerindeki düşüşü kısmi bir şekilde açıklayabilmektedir. Çünkü ticaretin finansmanında meydana gelen bir azalışın yol açacağı ticaret kaybı, ekonomik veya finansal krizlerle birlikte devasa boyutlara ulaşabilmektedir.
Desarrollos actuales de la lingüística: El semanticismo
Authors: Revista Lenguaje N. 5
Published: April 2024

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Lingüística, orientaciones lingüísticas y metodologías
Authors: Revista Lenguaje N. 11
Published: April 2024

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Funciones del lenguaje y enseñanza de la lengua
Authors: Revista Lenguaje N. 17
Published: April 2024

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Actos de significación
Authors: Revista Lenguaje N. 19-20
Published: April 2024

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Lenguaje y educación
Authors: Revista Lenguaje
Published: April 2024

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Magomed Akhmedov's Artistic Reflections on Russian Poetry (on the Development of Dagestan-Russian Literary Relations)
Authors: Gadzhilova Shanisat Magomedovna
Published: April 2024

The subject of this research is M. Akhmedov's literary reflections and his poetic works dedicated to Russian writers and Russian poetry. The purpose of this article is to present a picture of the development of artistic reflections on Russian poetry in the works of M. Akhmedov. The concept of the article is based on the material of works related to Russian literature and Dagestan-Russian literary relations. Introducing into the study a part of artistic reflections related to Russian poetry, we set ourselves the task of defining and identifying the principles and techniques of artistic expressiveness and figurativeness of M. Akhmedov, serving to embody the national and international character of his artistic thinking. The methodological basis of this research is based on the analysis of artistic works and is designed to determine the following research methods: comparative-historical, through which the nature of M. Akhmedov's literary connections is interpreted as an artistic phenomenon that has passed certain historical stages and is developing to the modern stage; comparative, which allowed to compare the ideological and artistic significance of Russian writers in the person of his predecessors and like-minded people; a method of holistic analysis of a literary work, which made it possible to determine the specifics of the evolution of M. Akhmedov's artistic thinking and its connection with the history of national and Russian literature. The results of the study can serve as a promising support for further study of Dagestan-Russian literary relations, as well as M. Akhmedov's artistic creativity in the context of the national and international literary process. Russian poetry and poets The scientific novelty of the study is due to the fact that the analysis of the works of M. Akhmedov devoted to Russian poetry and Russian poets was undertaken for the first time. The obtained results have shown that M. Akhmedov's artistic reflections on Russian poetry make it possible to highlight the role and significance of Dagestan-Russian literary ties.
Effect of Sacha Inchi Oil on Human Blood Pressure and Lipid Profile: A Preliminary Study in Malaysia
Authors: En Cheong Yi , Binti Udin Nur Ayuni , Vanoh Divya A/P , Leng Soo Kah
Published: April 2024

This uncontrolled pre-post study aimed to assess changes in blood lipid profiles and blood pressure resulting from a 2-month consumption of Sacha Inchi Oil (SIO) (Plukenetia volubilis). Investigating the effects of SIO on Malaysians is essential for tailoring interventions to the local context, considering genetic, cultural, and dietary differences. A total of 13 adult participants, comprising 8 males and 5 females aged 35 to 74 years old, took part in this intervention study. Each participant was instructed to consume 2 softgels daily, with each softgel containing 530 mg of SIO. Blood lipid profiles and blood pressure were measured at baseline and at the end of the 2-month period, utilizing venipuncture for blood tests and a sphygmomanometer for blood pressure assessment. The results indicated a significant reduction in Systolic Blood Pressure (SBP) levels following SIO supplementation (2 softgels daily) (p<0.05). However, there were no notable improvements in Diastolic Blood Pressure (DBP), Total Cholesterol (TC), Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol (LDL-C), High-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol (HDL-C), and Triglycerides (TG) after the 2-month supplementation. In conclusion, the daily supplementation of 2 softgels of SIO (1,060 mg) for 2 months demonstrated a beneficial effect on blood pressure, particularly in reducing SBP. These findings serve as preliminary data for future research into the potential health benefits of SIO in the Malaysian population.
PROSPECTIVE RESPONSIBILITY OF MINORS AS PREVENTIVE MEASURE
Authors: Зорина Е.М.
Published: April 2024

Статья посвящена двухаспектности ответственности несовершеннолетних. Рассмотрена проблема повышения правовой культуры и грамотности подростков в рамках развития функциональной грамотности. Утверждается, что превентивные меры по профилактике подростковой преступности эффективнее наказания за совершенные деяния. Воспитание перспективной ответственности является одним из значимых этапов при построении гражданского общества. Для этого в школах в рамках внеурочной деятельности организованы «Разговоры о важном», а в вузах для первокурсников в программу включена дисциплина «Основы российской государственности». В качестве превентивной меры рассмотрено детско-юношеское объединение под названием «Клуб юных друзей правопорядка», действующее в Санкт-Петербурге. Его работа направлена на воспитание перспективной ответственности несовершеннолетних. Такие клубы предполагают в первую очередь работу с детьми, у которых наблюдается девиантное поведение, или находящимися в группе риска.

The article is dedicated to the two-pronged responsibility of minors. The paper discusses problematic issues of increasing the legal culture and literacy of adolescents in the context of the development of functional literacy. It is alleged that preventive measures aimed at preventing juvenile delinquency are more effective than the punishment for acts already committed. Long-term liability development is one of the significant stages in building a civil society. For this purpose a set of “Conversations about Important Things” is organized in schools as part of extracurricular activities, and in universities for the first-year students the discipline “Fundamentals of Russian Statehood” is included in the program. As a preventive measure there have been presented for consideration a children's and youth association entitled the Club of Young Friends of Law and Order, which operates in Saint-Petersburg. It is aimed at the development of future liability in minors. Such clubs are aimed primarily at working with children with deviant behaviour or those at risk.
Comprehensive Analysis of Renewable Energy Integration in Decarbonised Mobility: Leveraging Power-to-X Storage with Biogenic CO2 Sources
Authors: Madi Hossein , Schildhauer Tilman , MOIOLI EMANUELE
Published: April 2024

In this study, we conducted the conceptual design of a system aimed at delivering constant energy supply for a decarbonised urban mobility setting. To this scope, we designed two systems based on battery electrical vehicles (BEV) and fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV). The supply is primarily provided by renewable electricity, eventually converted to H2 in an electrolyser to feed FCEV. Excess electricity is stored in methane or methanol, synthesised using CO2 coming from biogas upgrading. We calculated technical performance indicators based on input values obtained for the city of Zurich. We observed that the electrical mobility is the most efficient option from various perspectives, including the efficiency of the engine and the lower amount of electricity required for conversion to H2. The study shows that for electrical mobility the system would work in storage mode for ca. 70 % of the time (i.e., converting the excess electricity in methane or methanol), requiring the re-conversion of electricity for the remaining time. Methane appears as the best storage molecule for electricity, due to the higher efficiency of the conversion processes, however limiting the electricity-to-electricity efficiency to 29 %. Methanol proves to be the best molecule for H2 storage, with 43 % H2-to-H2 efficiency. The total cost of the system is evaluated considering the case study of a biogas plant close to Zurich. It was found that the cost of the generated electricity and H2 would range between 0.18-0.21 €/kWh. Combined with the low cost of renewable electricity that is offered to customers for 70 % of the time, this makes the proposed solution a cost-competitive option for the decarbonisation of mobility. Additionally, we observed how the designed system would allow a simple option to integrate carbon capture, operating the transfer of CO2 from decentralised emitters to a centralised reforming plant. Thanks to this, we calculated that the carbon capture penalty would only range to 0.01-0.02 €/kWh.
Lewis acid-catalyzed diastereoselective ene reaction of thioindolinones with bicyclobutanes
Authors: Guin Avishek , Deswal Shiksha , Biju Akkattu
Published: April 2024

Bicyclo[1.1.0]butanes (BCBs), featuring two fused cyclopropane rings, have found widespread application in organic synthesis. Their versatile reactivity towards radicals, nucleophiles, cations, and carbenes makes them suitable for various reactions, including ring-opening and annulation strategies. Despite this versatility, their potential as enophiles in an ene reaction remains underexplored. Considering this and given the challenges of achieving diasteroselectivity in ring-opening reactions of BCBs, herein, we present a unique method utilizing BCBs as enophiles in a mild and diastereoselective Sc(OTf)3-catalyzed ene reaction with thioindolinones, delivering 1,3-disubstituted cyclobutane derivatives in high yields and excellent regio- and diastereoselectivity. Notably, structurally different thione derivatives underwent diastereoselective addition to BCBs, affording the corresponding cyclobutanes. The synthesized thioindole-substituted cyclobutanes could serve as a versatile tool for subsequent functional group manipulations.
Oxidative Addition of (Hetero)aryl (Pseudo)halides at Palladium(0): Origin and Significance of Divergent Mechanisms
Authors: Kania Matthew J. , Reyes Albert , Neufeldt Sharon R.
Published: April 2024

Two limiting mechanisms are possible for oxidative addition of (hetero)aryl (pseudo)halides at Pd(0): a 3-centered concerted and a nucleophilic displacement mechanism. Until now, there has been little understanding about when each mechanism is relevant. Prior investigations to distinguish between these pathways were limited to a few specific combinations of substrate and ligand. Here, we computationally evaluated over 150 transition structures for oxidative addition in order to determine mechanistic trends based on substrate, ligand(s), and coordination number. Natural abundance 13C kinetic isotope effects provide experimental results consistent with computational predictions. Key findings include that (1) differences in HOMO symmetries dictate that, although 12e– PdL is strongly biased toward a 3-centered concerted mechanism, 14e– PdL2 often prefers a nucleophilic displacement mechanism; (2) ligand electronics and sterics, including ligand bite angle, influence the preferred mechanism of reaction at PdL2; (3) phenyl triflate always reacts through a displacement mechanism regardless of catalyst structure due to the stability of a triflate anion and the inability of oxygen to effectively donate electron density to Pd; and (4) the high reactivity of C—X bonds adjacent to nitrogen in pyridine substrates relates to stereoelectronic stabilization of a nucleophilic displacement transition state. This work has implications for controlling rate and selectivity in catalytic couplings, and we demonstrate application of the mechanistic insight toward chemodivergent cross-couplings of bromochloroheteroarenes.
Unveiling enigmatic phase transitions of water in the supercooled region and no man’s land
Authors: Pourasad Saeed , Kim Kwang S.
Published: April 2024

In the perplexing domain of supercooled water, scientists have dedicated decades to unraveling its mysteries. Using advanced sampling methods within the TIP4P/2005 water model, this study pinpoints the second critical point at temperature Tc= 238±2 K and pressure Pc= 288±30 bar, signifying an abrupt first-order to a gradual continuous phase transition. It also reveals a transition temperature Tt=172±1 K at which a pivotal transformation unfolds marking the stability switching of a two-step nucleation process, unveiling a previously unnoticed mid-density state bridging high- and low-density liquid states. These findings redefine our understanding of liquid-liquid phase transition, contributing to a comprehensive phase diagram for supercooled water including the elusive "no man’s land, unravelling its intricate complexity.
Improvement of Solubility Usnic Acid Loaded on Mesoporous Silica SBA-15 and Physicochemical Characterization
Authors: Fitriani Lili , Azzahra Cindy Maynia , Jessica Adhitya , Hasanah Uswatul , Zaini Erizal
Published: April 2024

Usnic acid, a secondary metabolite of lichen Usnea sp., has several pharmacological activities, but it is poorly soluble in water. This study aimed to improve the solubility and dissolution rate of usnic acid loaded in mesoporous silica SBA-15 at a mass ratio of 1:1. and evaluate its physical stability. Physicochemical characterization was carried out via the nitrogen adsorption desorption isotherm, differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, and powder X-ray diffraction (PXRD). Usnic acid-loaded SBA-15 was stored at 40 °C with various relative humidities (RH) and then analyzed by PXRD for the physical stability. Usnic acid adsorbed well in the pores of SBA-15, as shown by a decrease in the volume pore and surface area of SBA-15 according to the nitrogen adsorption. Moreover, usnic acid-SBA-15 showed a decrease in the degree of crystallinity according to PXRD analysis and no melting point based on DSC analysis. The FTIR spectrum of usnic acid–SBA-15 corresponds to the spectra of each raw material. The solubility of usnic acid increased 5.15 times after adsorbed on SBA-15. The dissolution rate also showed a significant increase (p < 0.05) from 19.51% to 84.27%. Usnic acid–SBA-15 was relatively stable at RH 75%. Thus, the adsorption of usnic acid on SBA-15 can increase its solubility, dissolution rate, and physical stability.
Fabrication and Optimization of Primary Batteries Using Ni/Graphene Nanosheet Electrodes
Authors: Tarigan Kerista , Siburian Rikson , Sitorus Erika Arta Mevia , Purba Frikson Jony , Manik Yosia Gopas Oetama
Published: April 2024

This study aims to investigate the impact of varying the mass ratio of Ni to Graphene Nano Sheets (GNS) and how incorporating GNS affects the performance of a primary battery prototype (Ni/GNS//electrolyte//GNS). The primary battery prototype was developed using both impregnation and alloy methods. Different mass ratios of Ni/GNS to electrolyte to GNS were tested, including ratios of 1:2:1 (A), 2:2:1 (B), 1:2:2 (C), 2:1:2 (D), and 1:1:2 (E). The characterization of GNS, Ni/GNS, and the primary battery prototype involved using X-Ray Diffraction (XRD) and Scanning Electron Microscope-Energy Dispersive X-Ray (SEM-EDX) instruments. A multimeter was employed to measure electrical conductivity, energy density, and power density. A potentiostat/galvanostat was used to measure cyclic voltammetry (CV) and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS). XRD analysis showed a broad and weak peak at 2θ= 24.32° for GNS, confirming its successful synthesis. Additionally, a peak at 2θ = 43.5° indicated effective deposition of Ni on the GNS surface in Ni/GNS. The SEM-EDX results supported the XRD findings, showing regularly spaced pores and a thin surface layer in GNS. Notably, white spots on the graphene surface in Ni/GNS indicated successful Ni deposition. In terms of electrical conductivity, the highest value was observed in the primary battery prototype for sample D (2:1:2), which measured 1.11 S/cm2. These results were also supported by measurements of energy density and power density in sample D, which achieved the highest values among all samples, with 144,788 Wh/kg and 252,500 W/kg, respectively. Moreover, the CV and EIS measurements remained stable at 0.30 kΩ and 0.88 kΩ, suggesting that GNS could potentially conduct electrons owing to its electrical conductivity.
FORMAÇÃO, CONCEPÇÃO E PRÁTICAS DOCENTES DE CARTOGRAFIA NA GEOGRAFIA ESCOLAR DA CIDADE DE CAJAZEIRAS, PARAÍBA
Authors: Brasil Odinei Edson Leite , Albuquerque Francisco Nataniel Batista de
Published: April 2024

As práticas de ensino em Cartografia na Geografia Escolar constituem-se em importantes metodologias para o desenvolvimento do raciocínio geográfico dos alunos. Diante desse contexto, o objetivo do presente artigo é compreender a formação, a concepção e as práticas de ensino em Cartografia de professores de Geografia do 6º ano da cidade de Cajazeiras, estado da Paraíba. Metodologicamente, a pesquisa possui uma natureza aplicada, uma abordagem quali-quantitativa e um objetivo exploratório da realidade a partir da entrevista dos seis professores de Geografia das três escolas públicas com maior número de matrículas da referida cidade afim de conhecer a concepção dos mesmos, passando pelo processo de formação inicial até as práticas cartográficas adotadas em sala de aula a partir de quatro recursos didáticos modelo: maquete de relevo com curvas de nível, mapa mudo impresso, jogo de coordenadas geográficas e software Google Earth Pro. Entre os resultados podemos destacar a restrita abordagem escolar da Cartografia no processo de formação inicial e continuada dos professores, além da compreensão da Cartografia principalmente como conteúdo e não como linguagem geográfica. No tocante as práticas a partir dos quatro recursos modelo, constata-se apenas a utilização das maquetes em poucas situações e de forma mais lúdica. Os fatores que impedem ou dificultam a não utilização dos demais recursos pelos professores é a falta de infraestrutura escolar, a indisponibilidade de recursos cartográficos e a falta de domínio de alguns conteúdos relacionados à Cartografia.
DIDÁTICA DA GEOGRAFIA CRÍTICA NO BRASIL: SENTIDOS, ELEMENTOS E LINGUAGEM
Authors: Carneiro Rosalvo Nobre , Araújo Raimundo Lenilde de
Published: April 2024

A didática da Geografia encontra-se em construção conceitual no Brasil e o seu sentido se aproxima da ação técnica. O movimento de renovação crítica da Geografia apenas tardiamente acompanhou os questionamentos e discussões no campo da didática geral iniciados em 1980. Diante disso, objetiva-se analisar os sentidos atribuídos à Didática na Geografia e identificar os elementos que a compõem em sua vertente crítica, marxista ou dialética. Além disso, propõe-se compreender o papel que a linguagem ocupa nela. Para tanto, fez-se uma revisão da literatura pertinente entre 1980 e 2020, em dissertações, teses, livros e artigos. Selecionou-se os materiais por relevância, mediante o descritor didática da geografia e sua presença nos títulos ou seções. Foi proposta uma periodização dos estudos sobre didática geográfica. Constatou-se não haver uma preocupação com temática no início do movimento de renovação crítica, mas nota-se um avanço e difusão no início do século XXI. A didática da Geografia incorpora uma dimensão política de compromisso com transformações sociais. Apesar disso, é tida como algo em geral compreensível, sem maiores preocupações conceituais. Além disso, a linguagem aparece em sua função de informação e representação. Logo, incorporar a sua função de intercompreensão mútua entre o professor e os alunos poderia mobilizar uma proposta de didática do agir comunicativo na e para a Geografia.