bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
La innovación educativa desde la gestión escolar: retos, saberes y desafíos
Authors: Castro Fragoso Nancy , Fragoso Galbray Rosa Fidela
Published: November 2024

El artículo ofrece una orientación práctica para quienes tienen la responsabilidad de gestionar los aspectos pedagógicos, didácticos y administrativos en una institución educativa, así como el dar a conocer los saberes y sentires de los docentes en formación y egresados de la Escuela Normal de Ecatepec, partiendo de su experiencia, haciendo referencia a lo que aprendieron o les falto conocer sobre la gestión escolar y los retos a los que se han enfrentado al estar en servicio. La investigación se articula en torno a tres de las cuatro dimensiones de la gestión escolar, lo referido a las preocupaciones de quienes tienen a su cargo la gestión pedagógica de las escuelas, las tareas/acciones que deben desarrollar para trabajar como líderes pedagógicos, operar sobre aspectos de mayor relevancia y producir mejoras significativas en los proyectos institucionales, así como lo que implica hacer gestión desde la mirada administrativa, los tramites y diversos estilos de interacción con proveedores o comisiones externas para garantizar una mejora en la infraestructura y por último la gestión comunitaria, que sin duda alguna es la que evalúa el impacto de la gestión escolar en su totalidad por la participación de la propia comunidad. Podemos, en este sentido, estimar los aportes de esta investigación para el debate en torno a los saberes y desafíos de los aprendizajes sobre la gestión escolar de los docentes en formación y egresados, sí se está cumpliendo con el perfil de egreso, es una invitación a reflexionar y discernir sobre el papel de la escuela.
Modelling and Forecasting of Sugarcane at Aggregate and Province Level of Pakistan: A Comparative Study of Hybrid Model and Machine Learning Techniques
Authors: Nazir Huma , Siddiqa Maryam , Nazir Sidra
Published: November 2024

The study aimed to choose a more appropriate model, among others, for forecasting the annual production of sugarcane at the provincial and country levels of Pakistan. An ARIMA model with machine learning methods, i.e., and a Hybrid model (BRNN-ARIMA), have been used. The MAE (Mean Absolute Error) and RMSE (Root Mean Squared Error) have been used to compare the best forecasting method. The results conclude that the hybrid model (BRNN-ARIMA) is the best forecasting method compared to other models. Moreover, the study concludes that there was a long-term relationship between sugar production and inputs. Given the availability of cheaper labour in Pakistan, utilizing more labour in the agricultural sector could positively impact production and contribute to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Policymakers must invest in agriculture machinery and increase labour employment to increase sugar production in Pakistan.
Penerapan Smart Government Dalam Mengembangkan Inovasi Smart Village Di Desa Gunung Putri
Authors: Salsabila  , Indra Aditya  , Rachmat Ramdani
Published: November 2024

Desa didorong untuk maju dan mandiri, dengan harapan dapat mengembangkan berbagai potensi yang dimilikinya untuk kemajuan pembangunan desanya. Salah satu yang dilakukan oleh pemerintah Indonesia dalam membangun desa menjadi lebih maju ialah menerapkan konsep smart village. Konsep smart village menurut Herdiana terdapat tiga komponen yakni Smart government, smart community dan smart environment. dalam penelitian ini akan membahas lebih jauh terkait penerapan smart government di desa Gunung Putri yang merupakan salah satu komponen pengembangan inovasi smart village. Terkait dengan metode pengukuran indikator smart government yang digunakan untuk mengukur kesiapan sebuah desa dalam penerapan smart government, peneliti menggunakan tiga indicator menurut Eniyati, Candra, Retnowati, dan Mulyani (2017). Indicator tersebut yaitu (1) partisipasi masyarakat dalam penyelenggaraan pemerintahan, (2) ketersediaan layanan publik dan sosial, dan (3) transparansi tata kelola. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah kualitatif dengan analisis deskriptif, pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan metode observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Serta data yang digunakan dalam penelitian yaitu data primer dan data sekunder. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa penerapan smart government dalam mengembangkan inovasi smart village di Desa Gunung Putri telah ada kemajuan yang signifikan yang ditandai dengan dibentuknya inovasi-inovasi yang memanfaatkan teknologi infromasi dan komunikasi. Namun masih terdapat tantangan yang perlu diatasi dalam hal pengembangan smart government khususnya dalam meningkatkan efektivitas dan keterlibatan warga.
Psychological Factors Impacting the Consumer Behaviour of Customers
Authors: Roy Jainish , Sachdeva Lalit
Published: November 2024

Objectives: The factors influencing consumer purchasing behavior were the main focus of the study. Finding out how these factors affect individual consumers' decisions to buy goods and services was the primary goal. The aim was to gain insights into the various factors that drive consumer behavior and understand their impact on purchase decisions.
 
Methods: The study of customer behaviour is centred around the purchasing behavior of consumers, who play the roles of user, payer, and buyer. Research has demonstrated that predicting consumer behaviour is challenging. The customers themselves play a vital role as they are the ultimate purchasers of the goods and services offered by organizations. Therefore, businesses are continuously seeking ways to persuade them to make purchases, in order to generate revenue.
 
Findings: The results of this study show that social factors are the most important factors influencing consumers' willingness to make a purchase and have the biggest influence on consumer behavior variables. Brands can develop a strategy, marketing message (Unique Value Proposition), and advertising campaigns that are more successful and better suit the needs and thought processes of their target consumers by recognizing and comprehending the factors that affect their customers.
 
Conclusion: This is a significant advantage for brands seeking to better serve their customers and drive sales growth. Ultimately, understanding customer behavior is a valuable asset that can help brands to increase sales.
Developing an Expert System for in Adoption of High Technology Consumer Durables
Authors: Shrivastava Vivek , Rai Nitin Ranjan
Published: November 2024

Objectives: There is extant research work that have investigated the influencing and mediating role personality factors or the Big Five traits play in determining a consumer’s environment friendly behaviours. The originality of this paper is in the fact that it is uses the prism of personality traits to study their moderating effect on consumer behavior in the presence of different sales promotion techniques, quality cues and privacy issues.
 
Methods: The ANOVA results, using the SPSS program showed that with the trait of extraversion, sales promotion and quality, it had significant effect on the consumers’ deal, attitude and intention to purchase. Notably, the average value of high extraversion was statistically significant as compared to that of low extraversion.
 
Findings: Based on the TPB framework and personality traits, this study can help practitioners better understand the benefits considering the personality traits of the target set respondents being called to the car clinics in order to efficiently obtain the best outputs from car clinics. Besides, it will be of use to regulatory bodies to devise better standards and regulations for vehicular data privacy.
 
Conclusions: Mechanical advancement like the associated vehicle innovation can possibly acquire numerous positive changes like decrease street mishaps, clog, better natural manageability and so forth. Ultimately, this study helps society to reap the benefits by elucidating the factors in consumer behaviour in technology adoption to help marketers ensure better customer pre purchase consideration and acceptance of the innovation.
The Potential Effect of Daun Sirih (Piperaceae Leaf) on the Burn Wound Healing: A Literature Review
Authors:   Faculty of Medicine, University of Jenderal Soedirman. Indonesia., Rahmawati Elvita , Fawzy Ahmad ,   Department of Surgery, Margono Soekarjo Country Hospital -Faculty of Medicine, University of Jenderal Soedirman, Indonesia
Published: November 2024

Introduction: Burn injuries, particularly among children and the elderly, result from heat, chemicals, or electricity, leading to skin and tissue damage. The wound healing process involves several stages, and infections from bacteria such as Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aureus can complicate healing. While burns are typically treated with antiseptics, traditional remedies like Piper betle (Piperaceae) are commonly used in Indonesia. Compounds in Piper betle—including flavonoids, saponins, and tannins—possess antioxidant, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties that may enhance burn wound healing.

Methods: This literature review synthesized data from various open-access online databases to evaluate the effects of Piper betle on burn wound healing.

Results and Discussion: Piper betle, a medicinal plant from the Piperaceae family, accelerates wound healing through several mechanisms. Flavonoids form complexes with proteins, damaging bacterial cells; saponins enhance collagen production, and tannins disrupt bacterial cell walls. Studies confirm that Piper betle reduces inflammation and fosters tissue regeneration via antioxidant activity. Animal trials demonstrate significant improvements in burn wound healing, including faster wound contraction and recovery.

Conclusion: Piper betle shows promise in accelerating burn wound healing due to its bioactive compounds. While existing studies support its effectiveness, further research is needed to assess the long-term safety and potential toxicity of Piperaceae-based treatments.
A STUDY TO EVALUATE THE EFFECTIVENESS OF DIETARY INTERVENTIONS ON IRON DEFICIENCY ANEMIA AMONG ADOLESCENT GIRLS FROM SELECTED RURAL AREAS IN DHARAPURAM
Authors: Saranya S Mrs. Shalini , rao Dr. Dipika R
Published: November 2024

The study was done to assess the effectiveness of dietary intervention on iron deficiency anemia among
adolescent girls at selected rural areas of Dharapuram. Evaluative research approach was used for this study.
The research design used for the study was pre experimental one group pretest and post test design. The
conceptual frame work used for the study was Penders health promotion model (2002-Revised). The study was
conducted in Govindapuram and Chettipalayam under the Dharapuram block. The sample size was 60. The
anemic adolescent girls with hemoglobin of below 11 gm /dl were selected by non probability purposive
sampling technique. The pre test and post test level of hemoglobin was assessed by using the sahli’s
hemoglobin method. The level of signs and symptoms was assessed by using the observational check list. The
dietary intervention of one sweet rice flake ball (50gm) and one gooseberry was given once a day for 30 days,
made the samples to consume in front of the researcher. The data were analyzed by using descriptive and
inferential statistics.
INTRODUCTION TO HOME-BASED NEWBORN CARE
Authors: samal Ms. Nayana Kumari , Williams Dr. Jacqueline , dash Dr. Manjubala
Published: November 2024

All new-borns require essential new-born care to minimize the risk of illness and maximize their growth and
development. Warmth, normal breathing, mother's milk, and prevention of infection are the basic needs of
normal baby at birth. These basic needs indicate that a baby's survival is totally dependent upon her mother
and other caregivers.
They should be assessed for birth weight, gestational age, congenital defects and signs of new-born illness. Special care should be provided for sick new-borns, those who are preterm and/or low birth weight, and those who are exposed or infected by HIV or have congenital syphilis.
IRON DEFICIENCY ANEMIA AMONG ADOLESCENT GIRLS – A REVIEW
Authors: Behera Ms. Geetanjali , Balakrishnamony Dr. Brintha
Published: November 2024

Anemia is a condition where there is a deficiency of red blood cells in the body. This can lead to a lack of oxygen
in the body, which can cause fatigue, weakness, and shortness of breath. Adolescent girls are at a higher risk of
developing anemia due to factors such as menstruation, poor nutrition, and pregnancy.
Anemia can be caused by a variety of factors. One of the most common causes of anemia in adolescent girls is
iron deficiency. Iron is an essential mineral that is needed to make hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that
carries oxygen throughout the body. Without enough iron, the body cannot produce enough red blood cells, which
can lead to anemia. Pregnancy can also increase the risk of anemia in adolescent girls. During pregnancy, the
body needs more iron to support the growth and development of the fetus. If the body does not have enough
iron, it can lead to anemia. It is important for pregnant adolescent girls to get regular prenatal care and to take
iron supplements as prescribed by their doctor. By conducting a review of literature, it can identify existing
research on anemia among adolescent girls and gaps in the research. This can help researcher to develop a
research question and to design a study that addresses the gaps in the research.
UNDERSTANDING HEART ATTACK RISKS
Authors: kaur Dr Navjot
Published: November 2024

Myocardial infarction, commonly known as a heart attack, is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality
worldwide. The global impact of heart attacks is profound, affecting millions of individuals and their families each
year. Understanding the risks associated with this condition is crucial for prevention and timely intervention. This
paper explores the various risk factors contributing to myocardial infarction, including lifestyle choices, underlying
medical conditions, and genetic predispositions. Lifestyle choices such as diet, physical activity, and smoking
habits play a significant role in heart health. Additionally, underlying medical conditions like hypertension,
diabetes, and high cholesterol can exacerbate the risk of experiencing a heart attack. Genetic predispositions also
contribute to an individual's likelihood of developing heart disease, making it essential to consider family history
as part of risk assessment. The paper emphasizes the importance of recognizing symptoms and warning signs of
a heart attack, such as chest pain, shortness of breath, and discomfort in the arms or back. Early recognition of
these symptoms can facilitate prompt medical response, which is critical in minimizing damage to the heart
muscle and improving survival rates. Furthermore, the paper outlines preventive measures that individuals can
adopt to reduce their risk of myocardial infarction. These measures include maintaining a healthy diet rich in
fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, engaging in regular physical activity to improve cardiovascular fitness, and
managing stress effectively through mindfulness and relaxation techniques.
An Analysis of the Role of Short Selling in Detecting Default Risk
Authors: Almuhannad Almuhannad
Published: November 2024

Abstract

Default risk has been a significant factor for various organizations in this volatile business environment. The primary objective of this study is to examine the effect of short interest ratio on default risk. In this paper, data from 500 publicly traded US non-financial firms for the period from 2000 to 2023 are used, and the comparison of static and dynamic panel data models is done for estimating and forecasting default risk. Several factors were utilized to determine the probability of default, including gross profit margin, quick ratio, debt-to-equity ratio, stock return, and market capitalization. The study indicates that firm size and profitability are relevant factors in the mitigation of default risk. While debt and short stakes measure financial risks. This study contributes essential insight to the understanding of default risk, giving regulators and investors critical tools for analyzing organizations' financial health.

Keywords: Default risk, Short interest levels, Debt to equity ratio, Dynamic panel probit model.
Diabetic Ketoacidosis and Sepsis: A Diagnostic Challenge
Authors:   UOC Medicine 3, AORN A. Cardarelli, Naples, Italy, Monda Guido Di
Published: November 2024

Diabetic ketoacidosis is the most common
complication of diabetes mellitus; infection can be a precipitating
factor in almost 50% of cases.
Description of the Case Report: A 74-year-old woman with
type 2 diabetes was admitted at our emergency department for
an alteration of consciousness, afebrile, abdominal rush with an
eschar and a vesicular rash extended to the entire left arm. The
patient had severe metabolic acidosis with glucose of 720 mg/
dL and hyperlactatemia. Restoration of intravascular volume and
correction of electrolyte abnormalities, acidosis and hyperglycemia
were carried out. After 20 minutes she had a worsening of the
consciousness state (GCS 8). A non-contrast head CT was negative
for acute hemorrhagic or ischemic changes, and an EEG was free
of clear epileptiform abnormalities. Neck examination showed
rigidity in flexion and doubtful meningeal signs. Due to the
high index of suspicion, lumbar puncture was performed that
revealed clear cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), hyperglycorrhachia,
proteinorrhachia, pleocytosis. Empirically, patient was started
with Acyclovir. CSF -PCR was positive to the Varicella Zoster
Virus, leading to the diagnosis of Herpetic Encephalitis.
Conclusions: Encephalitis can occur without fever. Alteration
of consciousness, common to both diabetic ketoacidosis and
encephalitis, can be a confounding factor for a correct diagnos
A Study on A Psychological Perspective of The Relationship Between Screen Time and Adolescent Emotional Regulation
Authors: Dr.P. Nathiya  , Silpa Meenakshi V
Published: November 2024

The rapid rise in adolescents' screen time due to widespread use of smartphones, gaming consoles, and social media has raised concerns about its effects on emotional regulation, a key component of adolescent development. This paper synthesizes existing research on the relationship between excessive screen time and emotional regulation, highlighting the psychological mechanisms involved. Emotional regulation, essential for managing emotional experiences, becomes particularly important during adolescence. However, difficulties in emotional regulation are linked to various psychological issues, including anxiety, depression, and aggressive behaviours. Excessive screen time, particularly in the context of social media, often contributes to emotional dysregulation through impulsive emotional responses, social comparison, and exposure to distressing content. Cognitive Load Theory, Social Comparison Theory, and the Dual-Systems Model are employed to explain how digital interactions challenge adolescents' emotional regulation. The paper also examines the negative psychological consequences of excessive screen use, such as mood instability, heightened anxiety, and impaired sleep, while discussing interventions like digital detoxes, parental involvement, and therapeutic strategies that can help mitigate these effects. Ultimately, this study aims to guide parents, educators, and mental health professionals in fostering healthier digital habits to support adolescents' emotional well-being.
A Computational Mechanism for Encoding, Recalling and Forgetting of Real-Life Episodic Events
Authors: Dr. Geetika Dikshit  , Dr. Rahul Shrivastava
Published: November 2024

Episodic memory is one of the crucial dimensions of a human memory system; by imitating them, an agent can achieve human intelligence. A memory of a particular occurrence is referred to as an episodic memory. Due to the fact that every individual has a unique perspective and experience of a certain event, the episodic memories that they have of that event are also unique to each individual. It contains your recollections of individual occurrences, as well as personal information, generic occurrences and pictures of precise times in time you have experienced. To achieve human cognitive abilities, this paper presents a computational mechanism that encodes and forgets the real-life episodic events. The proposed model is based on role entity bindings that encode the real-life conceptual events. Furthermore, the model incorporates a computational gradual forgetting mechanism to achieve higher performance while controlling memory consumption over time. According to the findings of our assessments of the agents, forgetfulness lessens the impact of out-of-date information and states that are not frequently visited on the policies that are generated by the episodic control system. To validate the proposed model, an experimental study is conducted, where the evaluation is done based on event recalling’s hit ratio. The model produces robust performance and got an enhanced hit ratio in event recalling concerning prior methods.
Influence of Radiation on the Squeezed flow of Copper-Water Nanofluid between Parallel Plates in Presence of Porous Medium and Magnetic Field
Authors: T.Chandrapushpam  , K. Janagi  , S. Ruth Kethsial
Published: November 2024

This article highlights the outcome of the investigation on the squeezed flow of copper-water nanofluid between two moving parallel plates filled with a porous medium in presence of a magnetic field using a semi analytical method called Differential Transform Method (DTM). In this study, the influence of radiation parameter and the use of porous medium are considered along with other usual parameters.  Impact of physical parameters like. squeezing number, Hartmann number, Darcy number, and Biot number on velocity and energy distributions are presented and examined with the help of graphs and tables. From this study it is apparent that by increasing Biot number, radiation number, and Darcy number, the energy distribution attains a greater level.
Course of pregnancy and labor in women with type 2 diabetes mellitus and obesity
Authors:   Ivanovo State Medical University, Ivanovo, Russia, Batrak Galina A. , Batrak Nataliya V. ,   Ivanovo State Medical University, Ivanovo, Russia
Published: November 2024

Maternal diabetes is associated with pregnancy complications and increased rates of adverse maternal and neonatal outcomes. Short-term complications include macrosomia, large for gestational age, respiratory distress syndrome, neonatal hypoglycemia, neonatal intensive care unit admission, fetal growth restriction, congenital anomalies, preterm birth, preeclampsia, operative delivery, while in the long term both mothers and their infants have an increased risk of metabolic diseases. The results of the conducted scientific study confirm that type 2 diabetes and obesity are closely associated with pregnancy complications: early and late threatened miscarriage, cervical insufficiency, hyperemesis gravidarum, anemia, chronic and gestational hypertension, moderate and severe preeclampsia, premature detachment of a normally located placenta, placental insufficiency, fetal growth retardation syndrome, pathological and insufficient weight gain, diabetic fetopathy of the fetus in the form of macrosomia, double contour of the fetal head/trunk, hepatomegaly, splenomegaly, pyelectasis of the fetal kidneys, congenital malformations of the fetus, intrauterine fetal death, prenatal rupture of membranes, clinically narrow pelvis, operative delivery, premature birth and, as a result, a low assessment of the newborn on the Apgar scale at 1 and 5 minutes.
ABUSO SEXUAL DO MENOR DE QUATORZE ANOS
Authors: Rosa Neto José
Published: November 2024

Sabemos que a violência sexual é hoje uma das formas mais graves de concretização da violência nas sociedades existentes, provocando facilmente nas pessoas uma sensação imediata de aversão e repúdio. Abrange um enorme conjunto de condutas sexuais muito violentas, as quais se descrevem como, Estupro, violações sexuais, abuso sexual, prostituição forçada, tráfico para exploração sexual, dentre outras, de acordo com o país. Essa conduta no Brasil recebe o nome de Estupro. Nesse contexto, o objeto do nosso artigo será Estupro de vulnerável do menor de quatorze anos, cuja descrição típica vem em um artigo do Código Penal, onde se tutela a dignidade sexual do menor de quatorze anos. Destarte, neste ensaio, buscou-se uma abordagem sobre o “consentimento do menor de quatorze anos para o ato sexual”; as diferenciações entre incesto, pedofilia e abusador sexual; além de uma análise perfunctória sobre o “estupro de vulnerável bilateral” e a lei “Romeo e Julieta”.
An Online Knowledge-Based Support System
Authors: Ehizojie Lucky , Ukah Daniel Okoro , Nnakwuzie Doris , Ajayi Samuel Abiola , Shokenu Emmanuel Segun , Sojobi Abiodun
Published: November 2024

Technology advances have touched all the fields of human life, and the educational system is not an exception. Students in Nigerian universities experience challenges in their early or later stages of school due to a lack of a knowledge-based support system. This results in massive failure and confusion in later days in school. A knowledge-based online support system has been developed and implemented in this paper to improve academic support services for students and faculty members in the university. The need for such a support system stems from the various academic problems that the students often experience, including a lack of answers to certain questions, which can result in academic failure, taking too long to graduate, or dropping out of the university altogether. The system is web-based; therefore, users can access the necessary information when needed, and, in most cases, it solves common academic issues in a short time using the web. Following the Agile software development methodology and employing a client-server architecture, the system was designed in a user-friendly and efficient manner. Highlights of the system include an extensive database of FAQs, real-time interactive services, and multi-typed query handling. Testing phases were performed and integrated, and modular testing showed that the system worked as intended, providing valid inputs and also flagging any invalid inputs without causing the system failures, and performing provisions for user corrections. The results suggest that the online support system could enhance the academic environment at AE-FUNAI and therefore would benefit students and staff members alike. Nevertheless, certain limitations still prevail, such as poor internet access, which calls for constant enhancement and provision of support to the system.
Influence of Brand Promotion on The Reputation of Private Universities with Co-Creation as a Mediating Variable
Authors: Antika Antika , Gunarto Muji
Published: November 2024

This study evaluates the influence of private universities' brand promotion, co-creation, and reputation on the purchase intention of prospective students in Palembang. The variables studied include brand promotion as the independent variable, private university reputation as the dependent variable, and co-creation as the mediator variable. This study used quantitative analysis with hypothesis testing and involved eleven randomly selected alumni of private universities in Palembang. The results showed that brand promotion positively and significantly influences private university reputation and co-creation. In addition, co-creation also has a positive and significant influence on private college reputation and acts as a significant mediator in the relationship between brand promotion and college reputation. These findings confirm that brand promotion and co-creation play an essential role in enhancing the reputation of private colleges and attracting prospective students.
A Conceptual Study on Preparedness for Tourism Crisis Implementation in Tourism Education: Educators Perspectives
Authors: Mohamed Nik Rozilaini Wan , Mahmud Nurazree , Arham Ahmad Fadly
Published: November 2024

This study explores the conceptual study for tourism crisis policy implementation from educators’ point of view. It provides a conceptual understanding of crisis management strategies integrated in educational curricula to equip tourism students with the skills and knowledge for effective crisis training. The study will be concerned with role tourism educators play in shaping the theoretical and practical elements of crisis response for industry. By examining some important concepts, models and frameworks in tourism crisis management experimentally, this paper aims to measure educational institutions contribute to the recovery of industry. To this paper, to ascertain whether current tourism education meets needs related to crisis management and educators’ view in preparing for an emergency training for their students. In this paper also discussed various research methodologies used in tourism education to gauge readiness and policy implementation for crises. The research findings highlight the importance of integrating crisis management into tourism education as a preventative measure to build the industry’s resilience and help it recover from shocks, with a specific focus on how this can be done in Malaysian such situations.
The Implementation of Quality Management Practices in Namibian Higher Education Institutions
Authors: Nuuyoma Esther , Shikalepo Elock Emvula
Published: November 2024

Higher Education Institutions all over the world, have a greater role to play in addressing quality in service delivery as well as anticipating client needs and satisfying them. To maintain quality and provide better service delivery to their stakeholders, many HEIs in Namibia have started to introduce quality management systems or quality assurance systems. This study intended to determine whether quality management processes in Namibian HEIs were implemented effectively, in compliance with international best practices. The study has used a mixed-methods research methodology, dominated mainly by quantitative research methods, with limited use of qualitative methods and data. Data was collected from a sample of 23 staff members and 74 final year students from one selected public HEI in Namibia. Findings from this study revealed that although quality management was being practiced at this institution, there was need to strengthen awareness among all the stakeholders, as well as maintain the active involvement of top management in quality management-related interventions. The study established that QMPs were not implemented effectively at both strategic, tactical and operational levels at the institutions, which then compromised the overall quality assurance of the institutions at different fronts. It was also established that serious attention should be given to monitoring and evaluation of implementation processes. Some stakeholders were also not made aware of QMPs at the institutions, which made stakeholders deficient in proving the required support towards the implementation of QMPs. The study recommends that HEIs should ensure that QMPs are implemented at all levels of the institutions. HEIs should sensitize all stakeholders to make them aware of the quality-assurance related policies and procedures that are in place and ensure that stakeholders are fully involved in their implementation, to realise effectiveness in the implementation of quality assurance practices in HEIs.
A Strategic Positioning of Chilean Alternative Securities Investment Using Factor Analysis
Authors: Figueroa Alberto S. Ocaranza
Published: November 2024

The research analyzed the investment strategies of Chilean investors, focusing on the factors influencing their choices between money market, mutual fund, bond investments, and equity market options. As a key emerging market in Latin America, understanding these strategies is essential—especially in light of recent economic fluctuations and inflation concerns. Utilizing XLStat for factor analysis, the study examined data spanning from 2013 to 2023, sourced from the World Bank, the Chilean Central Bank, and financial institutions such as the Santiago Stock Exchange (SSE). A team of experienced economists provided Delphi ratings to assess investor preferences across various asset classes, enabling the identification of key drivers like attractive yields, stock index growth, and risk-return tradeoffs as pivotal in shaping these decisions. The analysis reveals a preference for conservative investments, particularly in uncertain periods, with bonds and bank deposits favored over equity investments. Should equity outcomes fall short, strategic shifts indicate an aggressive stance on mutual funds, competitive investment in foreign exchange, conservative positioning in bonds, and a defensive approach via bank deposits. The study concludes that fostering innovation in Chile’s equity and alternative securities markets is vital for supporting economic resilience and growth. Recommendations emphasize increasing the competitiveness of the SSE, broadening third-party bank financing, attracting high-net-worth investors to Chilean mutual funds, strengthening foreign exchange transactions, and advancing the private sector equity trading to drive sustainable economic progress.
BOSANSKO-HERCEGOVAČKA DEMOGRAFSKA DINAMIKA I NJEZINA OBILJEŽJA
Authors: Dugandžić Žarko
Published: November 2024

Govoriti o razvoju Bosne i Hercegovine (BiH) nije moguće bez poznavanja demografske dinamike i njezinih specifičnih obilježja. Trenutačno vrlo nepovoljna demografska slika stavlja BiH u prilično nezavidnu situaciju pa se može govoriti o dubokoj demografskoj krizi. Postojeća kriza proistječe iz prožetosti unutarnjih i vanjskih remetilačkih čimbenika u demografskom razvoju zemlje. Negativne demografske pojave u BiH rezultat su prije svega složene političke i gospodarske situacije u zemlji. Nepobitna je činjenica da je danas u BiH zabilježena ukupna i prirodna depopulacija, što je dovelo do starenja stanovništva. Zabrinjavajući je pad dječje populacije, a što se izravno manifestira na demografsku budućnost BiH. Totalna stopa fertiliteta (TFR) u BiH kreće se oko 1,30 i jedna je od najmanjih u njezinu okružju. Tim procesima, a na temelju zadnjeg popisa stanovništva, treba pridodati i neravnomjernu naseljenost, odnosno prostornu polarizaciju naseljenosti kao posljedicu ozbiljne poremećenosti postojeće demografske situacije. Ovakve negativne pojave u razvoju stanovništva BiH nužno će se preslikati na društveno-politički i gospodarski razvoj zemlje, ali i na cjelokupnu budućnost BiH. Zbog toga je nužno žurno djelovati kako bi se barem usporile, ako ne i zaustavile negativne pojave u razvoju stanovništva donošenjem sveobuhvatnog plana razvoja zemlje s naglaskom na donošenje i provedbu cjelovite i koordinirane populacijske politike s naglaskom na pronatalitetnu i redistributivnu populacijsku politiku.
Ključne riječi: Bosna i Hercegovina, demografski procesi, totalna stopa fertiliteta, razvoj stanovnika, depopulacija, starenje stanovništva
USTAVNI ODGOVOR NA NASLIJEĐE TOTALITARIZMA U REPUBLICI HRVATSKOJ
Authors: Arlović Mato
Published: November 2024

Totalitarni sustavi vlasti, onako kako ih poima i definira političko-pravna i filozofska teorija, nastali su i obilježavaju XX. stoljeće. U svojoj biti određuje ih potpuna (totalna) vladavina režima nad svakidašnjim životom građana kontrolirajući njihova djelovanja. Zapravo se može reći da totalitarizam kao model političkoga oblika vladanja zahtijeva neograničeno vodstvo nad onima kojima vlada: na njihovom političkom egzistencijom, nad svijetom njihove svakidašnjice i nad sviješću svakog pojedinca. Totalitarni sustavi vladavine kao totalna vladavina režima, neovisno o njihovoj ideološkoj različitosti, glavno su obilježje i desnoga i lijevoga totalitarizma. O njima i njihovim razlikama bit će, ukratko, riječi u ovome radu, ponajprije stoga što su tijekom XX. stoljeća oba totalitarizma kao sustavi vlasti vladajućih režima bili prisutni i na prostoru Republike Hrvatske. Antipod, odnosno negacija totalitarizma, model je vladanja koji počiva na sustavu vladanja u ustavom konstitucionaliziranim demokratskim državama, vladavine prava, zajamčenih i zaštićenih ljudskih i manjinskih prava i sloboda. Tako konstitucionalizirani demokratski modeli vlasti u društvenim i državnim zajednicama ne samo da su ustavno-pravni odgovor na totalitarne sustave vladanja nego u svojoj esenciji oni ga negiraju i tamo gdje je postojao, u cijelosti ga ukidaju. Dakako, ako je konstitucionalizacijom postignuta demokratska država ljudskih prava i sloboda, podjele vlasti (na vertikalnoj i vodoravnoj razini) vladavine prava, demokratskih (višestranačkih) izbora, prava na političku participaciju, ustavno-sudsku kontrolu vlasti i (pravom) ustavnosti i zakonitosti, jednakost svih pred zakonom i jednaka primjena zakona (prava) od nadležnih tijela na istovrsne slučajeva itd. K tomu valja dodati da se pod ovom konstitucionalizacijom razumijeva cjelovito – formalno i funkcionalno postignuće. Republika Hrvatska je svojim Ustavom i na njemu uspostavljenim ustavnopravnim poretkom utvrdila sustav ideala, vrjednota, ciljeva i načela i njima učinkovito odgovorila na naslijeđa totalitarizma u cijelosti, i to tako da je u formalnopravnom smislu ne samo s njime raščistila već ga u cijelosti ukinula. Dakako, ostaje za raspravu i znanstveno propitivanje u kojoj je mjeri u funkcionalnom smislu ostvaren njezin ustavnopravni poredak kojim je konstitucionalizirana Hrvatska kao demokratska ustavna država vladavine prava te zaštićenih ljudskih i manjinskih prava i sloboda. O tim pitanjima bit će riječi u ovome radu, naravno u mjeri koju on dopušta s obzirom na njegov karakter, svrhu i cilj.
Ključne riječi: totalitarizam, demokracija, demokratska ustavna država, vladavina prava, konstitucionalizam, ljudska prava i slobode, najviše vrjednote ustavnoga poretka
FREKVENTNOST PORTRETA KAO NOVINARSKOGA ŽANRA FOKUSIRANA NA ČOVJEKA U BOSANSKOHERCEGOVAČKIM I HRVATSKIM DNEVNIM NOVINAMA
Authors: Vasilj Miroslav , Bago Marija
Published: November 2024

Cilj je rada istražiti frekventnost portreta kao novinarskoga žanra u bosanskohercegovačkim i hrvatskim dnevnim novinama. Riječ je o obliku temeljenu na čovjekovu životu i djelu, a pripada skupini narativnih žanrova. U središtu pozornosti je predstavljanje osobe od djetinjstva, školovanja, studiranja, poslovne karijere, hobija do obiteljskoga života, no bitno je u kojoj se mjeri iznose određeni detalji iz života osobe o kojoj novinar piše. Portretiraju se ljudi koji se po nečemu ističu i privlače pozornost publike. Iako je portretiranje moguće i kroz druge žanrove, poput intervjua, feljtona ili eseja, kod portreta je takav postupak dominirajući zbog čega je izabran baš taj žanr. U prvome dijelu rada iznosi se teorijski okvir od elementa personalizacije, teorije i klasifikacije novinarskih žanrova te strukture portretiranja. Drugi dio rada odnosi se na raspravu o rezultatima istraživanja apsolutne i relativne zastupljenosti portreta u novinama ukupno, pojedinačno po analiziranim novinama te u novinskim rubrikama. Istraživanje je temeljeno na uzorku od četiriju dnevnih novina iz Bosne i Hercegovine i Hrvatske: Večernji list za BiH – Mostar, Dnevni avaz – Sarajevo, Jutarnji list – Zagreb i 24sata – Zagreb. Analizirano je po sedam brojeva tjedno svakih od navedenih novina u razdoblju od mjesec dana. Uzorak se temelji na 2.669 tekstova. Rezultati pokazuju izrazito nisku frekventnost portretiranja u analiziranim dnevnim novinama.
Ključne riječi: element personalizacije; element istaknutosti; teorija novinarskih žanrova; portret kao žanr; dnevne novine
Mark Thurner y Jorge Cañizares-Esguerra (editores), The Invention of Humboldt: On the Geopolitics of Knowledge
Authors: García Susana V.
Published: November 2024

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Martin Jay, Immanent Critiques. The Frankfurt School under Pressure
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Lila Caimari y Diego Galeano (eds.), Policía y sociedad en la Argentina (siglos XIX y XX)
Authors: Silva Jeremías
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Authors: Casals Marcelo
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George Steinmetz, The Colonial Origins of Modern Social Thought. French Sociology and the Overseas Empire
Authors: Freijomil Andrés G.
Published: November 2024

George Steinmetz, The Colonial Origins of Modern Social Thought. French Sociology and the Overseas Empire, Princeton, Princeton University Press, 2023, 576 páginas.
KẾT QUẢ NỘI SOI PHẾ QUẢN BẰNG ỐNG NỘI SOI SỬ DỤNG MỘT LẦN CHO BỆNH NHÂN HỒI SỨC CẤP CỨU
Authors: Nguyễn Đức Vinh , Trần Hữu Thông , Vũ Tưởng Lân
Published: November 2024

Mục tiêu: Nhận xét một số kết quả của thủ thuật nội soi phế quản bằng ống nội soi sử dụng một lần và một số khó khăn của thủ thuật. Đối tượng và phương pháp nghiên cứu: Nghiên cứu mô tả trên 34 bệnh nhân hồi sức cấp cứu được áp dụng nội soi phế quản bằng ống nội soi sử dụng một lần. Kết quả: Tuổi trung bình của nhóm bệnh nhân nghiên cứu là 63 ± 19 tuổi, trong đó nhóm tuổi chiếm trên 60 tuổi, chiếm 64,7%. Nam giới chiếm đa số trong nhóm bệnh nhân với tỷ lệ 85,3%. Thời điểm thực hiện nội soi phế quản phổ biến nhất là ngày thứ 4 của điều trị. Thời gian trung bình thực hiện nội soi phế quản là 10,7 ± 3,5 phút, trong đó ngắn nhất là 6 phút và dài nhất là 20 phút. Đa số bệnh nhân được thực hiện nội soi qua đường ống nội khí quản chiếm 79%. Trong 94% các trường hợp, ống nội soi phế quản tiếp cận được tất cả các phân thùy, 62% trường hợp khả năng hút dịch của ống nội soi phế quản sử dụng một lần tương đương với ống nội soi thông thường, 18% trường hợp nội soi bị gián đoạn. 21% trường hợp được đánh giá cao hơn nội soi phế quản thông thường, 50% trường hợp đánh giá tương đương và 29% trường hợp đánh giá thấp hơn ống nội soi phế quản thường dùng. Kết luận: Nội soi phế quản bằng ống nội soi phế quản sử dụng một lần là phương pháp an toàn, hiệu quả tương đương với nội soi phế quản truyền thống, dễ dàng triển khai tại các đơn vị hồi sức cấp cứu với phương tiện và nhân lực hạn chế.
KẾT QUẢ PHẪU THUẬT NỘI SOI SAU PHÚC MẠC CẮT THẬN TRIỆT CĂN ĐIỀU TRỊ UNG THƯ BIỂU MÔ TẾ BÀO THẬN TẠI BỆNH VIỆN HỮU NGHỊ VIỆT ĐỨC
Authors: Trần Huy Bình , Đỗ Trường Thành , Đặng Trần Thanh Liêm , Nguyễn Hoàng Diệu
Published: November 2024

Mục tiêu: Mô tả đặc điểm lâm sàng, cận lâm sàng của bệnh nhân (BN) ung thư biểu mô tế bào thận (RCC) và đánh giá kết quả phẫu thuật nội soi sau phúc mạc cắt thận triệt căn điều trị RCC tại Bệnh viện Hữu Nghị Việt Đức giai đoạn 2019-2024. Phương pháp: Nghiên cứu mô tả hồi cứu 107 BN ung thư biểu mô tế bào thận được phẫu thuật nội soi sau phúc mạc cắt thận triệt căn từ tháng 1 năm 2019 đến tháng 6 năm 2024 tại bệnh viện hữu nghị Việt Đức. Kết quả: Tuổi trung bình là 55,9±13,2 tuổi. Tỷ lệ nam/nữ là 1,5/1. Các triệu chứng khi vào viện: đau thắt lưng 55 BN (51,4%), đái máu đại thể 19 BN (17,76%), sờ thấy khối u 3 BN (2,85), xuất hiện đủ cả 3 triệu chứng có 2 BN (1,87%), phát hiện tình cơ u thận có 51 BN (47,7%). Triệu chứng toàn thân sốt, sụt cân, thiếu máu gặp ở 2 BN (1,9%), 11 BN (10,3%), 11 BN (10,3%). Khối u ở thận bên phải và trái tương ứng 49,5% và 50,5%. Trên cắt lớp vi tính (CLVT): kích thước trung bình 52,1±16,7mm, có 11,2% khối u có vôi hóa, 12,1% có hạch nghi ngờ di căn. Phân loại giai đoạn: cT1bN0M0 chiếm 56,1%, cT1aN0M0 chiếm 23,4%. Phân loại kết quả sau mổ: 88,8 tốt, 9,3% trung bình, 1,9% xấu. Giải phẫu bệnh: tế bào sáng 69 BN (64,5%), tế bào kỵ màu 31 BN (28,9%), tế bào ống nhú 5 BN (4,7%), Sarcoma thận 2 BN (1,9%). Theo dõi xa: 3 BN (2,9%) tử vong do ung thư, 3 BN (2,9%) tái phát tại chỗ, 1 BN (0,97%) di căn não và phổi. Kết luận: Ung thư biểu mô tế bào thận có thể không biểu hiện lâm sàng rõ rệt. Phẫu thuật nội soi sau phúc mạc cắt thận triệt căn trong bệnh có thể thực hiện an toàn, hiệu quả.
KẾT QUẢ PHẪU THUẬT CỐ ĐỊNH CỘT SỐNG VÀ HÀN XƯƠNG LIÊN THÂN ĐỐT ĐA TẦNG LỐI TRƯỚC ĐIỀU TRỊ BỆNH NHÂN THOÁT VỊ ĐĨA ĐỆM CỘT SỐNG CỔ CÓ PHÙ TỦY TẠI BỆNH VIỆN BẠCH MAI
Authors: Nguyễn Văn Trung , Hoàng Gia Du
Published: November 2024

Mục tiêu: Đánh giá kết quả phẫu thuật bệnh nhân thoát vị đĩa đệm cột sống cổ đa tầng có kèm theo phù tủy cổ ngang mức bằng phương pháp cố định cột sống và hàn xương liên thân đốt đa tầng lối trước (ACDF) tại Bệnh viện Bạch Mai. Đối tượng nghiên cứu: Nghiên cứu cắt ngang 26 bệnh nhân được chẩn đoán thoát vị đĩa đệm cột sống cổ đa tầng có kèm theo phù tủy cổ ngang mức được phẫu thuật bằng phương pháp hàn xương liên thân đốt đa tầng lối trước trong thời gian từ tháng 10/2019 đến tháng 5/2022 tại Bệnh viện Bạch Mai. Kết quả: 26 bệnh nhân (15 nam, 11 nữ), tuổi trung bình 60,7 ± 11,19 (35-75 tuổi). Thoát vị đĩa đệm và phù tủy thường gặp vị trí đĩa đệm C4C5, chiếm 76,9%. 10 bệnh nhân được phẫu thuật ACDF 3 tầng. Điểm mJOA tăng từ 10,1 ± 2,68 lên 15,9 ± 2,02 điểm (p < 0,001) sau mổ, tỷ lệ hồi phục hội chứng tủy cổ trung bình (RR) 74,1±19,23 %. RR tại thời điểm khám lại của nhóm bệnh nhân phù tủy 1 tầng cao hơn nhóm phù tủy 2 tầng (p < 0,001). Có mối tương quan trung bình giữa tỷ lệ hồi phục tại thời điểm khám lại và chiều dài đoạn phù tủy trên hình ảnh MRI trước mổ với r = - 0,45, p = 0,018. Kết luận: Chiều dài đoạn phù tủy cổ trên MRI có ý nghĩa tiên lượng hồi phục sau phẫu thuật ACDF đa tầng ở bệnh nhân thoát vị đĩa đệm cột sống cổ đa tầng có kèm theo phù tủy cổ.
ĐẶC ĐIỂM LÂM SÀNG, CẬN LÂM SÀNG CỦA BỆNH NHÂN U TUYẾN THƯỢNG THẬN ĐƯỢC PHẪU THUẬT TẠI BỆNH VIỆN TRUNG ƯƠNG QUÂN ĐỘI 108
Authors: Lê Bích Nhàn , Nguyễn Khoa Diệu Vân
Published: November 2024

Mục tiêu: Mô tả đặc điểm lâm sàng, cận lâm sàng của bệnh nhân u tuyến thượng thận được phẫu thuật tại Bệnh viện Trung ương Quân đội 108. Đối tượng và phương pháp: nghiên cứu mô tả cắt ngang trên 70 bệnh nhân có u tuyến thượng thận được phẫu thuật tại Bệnh viện Trung ương Quân đội 108 từ 01/2023 đến 06/2024. Kết quả: Ở nhóm tiết aldosterone, tuổi trung bình là 50,76; nữ giới chiếm 42,9%; 100% bệnh nhân có tăng huyết áp khi nhập viện; tỷ lệ bệnh nhân có hạ Kali máu khi nhập viện là 90,5%, tỷ lệ bệnh nhân có ARR > 3,8 là 95,2%; 81% bệnh nhân có u nằm ở bên trái, kích thước u trung bình đo được trên phim cắt lớp vi tính là 1,70 ± 0,59 cm. Ở nhóm tiết cortisol, tuổi trung bình của bệnh nhân là 27,50; tất cả bệnh nhân ở nhóm này đều là nữ, 100% bệnh nhân có tiền sử tăng huyết áp và kết quả xét nghiệm ACTH < 5 pg/ml; 75% bệnh nhân có u nằm bên trái, kích thước trung bình của u trên phim cắt lớp vi tính là 6,95 ± 4,95 cm. Ở nhóm u tủy thượng thận, tuổi trung bình của bệnh nhân là 56,25; tất cả bệnh nhân ở nhóm này đều là nam; 50% bệnh nhân có tăng huyết áp khi nhập viện; 75% bệnh nhân có u nằm ở bên trái, kích thước u trung bình trên phim cắt lớp vi tính là 5,68 ± 2,45 cm. Ở nhóm phát hiện tình cờ, tuổi trung bình là 51,95; tỷ lệ bệnh nhân nữ giới là 43,9%; 51,2% bệnh nhân có u nằm bên trái, kích thước u trung bình trên phim cắt lớp vi tính là 4,36 ± 2,27 cm; tỷ lệ u tiết aldosteron là 12,2%, u tiết cortisol là 22%, u tủy thượng thận là 22% và u không chế tiết là 43,9%. Kết luận: Bệnh lý u tuyến thượng thận có thể biểu hiện trên lâm sàng những triệu chứng và hội chứng khác nhau tùy thuộc vào bản chất của khối u. Cắt lớp vi tính đóng vai trò chủ đạo trong phát hiện các khối u thượng thận, cần bổ sung hóa sinh để xác định bản chất tổn thương.