bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Agile Governance: De-eskalasi Kemiskinan berbasis Birokrasi Cergas melalui Gerakan Bela Beli di Kabupaten Kulon Progo D.I. Yogyakarta
Authors: Erison Yendra , Setiawan Hendy
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisa mengenai Agile Governance: De-eskalasi Kemiskinan berbasis Birokrasi Cergas melalui Gerakan Bela-Beli di Kabupaten Kulon Progo D.I. Yogyakarta. Salah satu fenomena yang menarik dari sekian banyak penyelenggaraan Pemerintahan Daerah yang agil, salah satunya ialah Kabupaten Kulon Progo melalui branding pengaturan Bela-Beli Kulon Progo. Pada awalnya Kabupaten Kulon Progo dikatakan sebagai Kabupaten yang mengalami kebocoran, karena Kelurahan Wates yang dalam hal ini sebagai ibukota kabupaten tidak mampu menyediakan barang dan jasa untuk memenuhi kebutuhan masyarakat antar kecamatannya. Sehingga diciptakanlah inovasi Bela-Beli Kulon Progo. Gerakan ini diciptakan sebagai bentuk dan upaya serta komitmen Pemerintah Kulon Progo untuk meningkatkan kesejahteraan masyarakat sekitar dengan mengangkat produk lokal yang bisa dinikmati semua unsur, baik itu bersifat lokal, nasional bahkan internasional. Maka filosofi yang tekandung dalam program ini yakni membela Kulon Progo dengan membeli produk lokalnya. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode historis-komparatif dengan pendekatan library research. Peneliti mengumpulkan data dari berbagai sumber seperti buku, jurnal, berita, ataupun data agregat yang berasal dari institusi formal di Kabupaten Kulon Progo. Teori yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini menggunakan teori dari Luna terkait agile governance. Adapun hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa penerapan kebijakan Gerakan Bela-Beli Kulon Progo yang telah dilakukan Pemerintah daerah dapat mengembangkan potensi yang ada di masyarakat serta meningkatkan kesejahteraan masyarakat di Kabupaten Kulon Progo. Oleh karena itu, dibutuhkan kajian terkait agile governance untuk melihat kemampuan organisasi dalam merespon secara cepat dan tepat atas perubahan yang tidak terduga dalam memenuhi tuntutan dan kebutuhan masyarakat.
Determination of the Optimum Test Conditions for Measurement of Glucose Level in Liquids
Authors: Göktaş Ömer Faruk , Çankaya İlyas , Şengün Ermeydan Esra
Published: January 2024

Diabetes is a disease that affects more than 400 million people worldwide and currently lacks a cure. Monitoring blood sugar levels is crucial in minimizing the effects of this disease and protecting against its complications. Invasive and minimally invasive methods are commonly used traditional approaches for detecting and monitoring blood sugar levels. However, these methods bring along psychological and infectious risks. Currently, efforts are being made to develop a non-invasive method for determining blood sugar levels. Microwaves offer the possibility of non-invasive glucose measurement as they do not cause any harmful effects on human tissue. Furthermore, the complex permeability of blood is sensitive to glucose concentration in the microwave band. In literature, most of the studies are done with vector network analyzers (VNA) to detect blood sugar level noninvasively. In this study, an expensive and bulky VNA is replaced by an affordable microwave source and RMS power detector. The influence of the type and diameter of the test tube material used for non-invasive determination of sugar levels is examined with this setup. Additionally, the effect of the distance between the Vivaldi antennas used during measurements and the test tube is investigated. The results indicate that measurements performed using plastic test tubes yield better results compared to glass test tubes. Moreover, reducing the diameter of the test tube leads to improved outcomes. It has been observed that accurate results cannot be obtained if the antennas and the test tube are too close (4.5cm) from each other.
Targeted Therapies in Cancer Treatment: Unveiling the Latest Breakthroughs and Promising Approaches
Authors: Rai Vishal , Gupta Yash , Srivastava Shobhit Prakash , Shukla Amrita , Bano Nisha , Khan Soban
Published: January 2024

This review article delves into the realm of cancer treatment, specifically focusing on targeted therapies. It aims to present the most recent breakthroughs and promising approaches in this rapidly evolving field. Targeted therapies have emerged as a revolutionary approach in cancer treatment, aiming to selectively and precisely attack cancer cells while sparing normal tissues. This article explores various targeted therapy strategies, including monoclonal antibodies, small molecule inhibitors, immunotherapies, and gene therapies. In recent years, there have been significant advancements in understanding the molecular and genetic basis of cancer, which has led to the identification of novel therapeutic targets. The article sheds light on these newly discovered targets and highlights their potential in designing more effective and personalized treatment regimens for cancer patients. Furthermore, the review addresses the challenges and limitations associated with targeted therapies, such as resistance mechanisms and the heterogeneity of tumors. Strategies to overcome these obstacles are discussed, including combination therapies and the development of next-generation targeted agents. The role of precision medicine in cancer treatment is also explored, emphasizing the importance of biomarker-guided therapy selection to optimize treatment outcomes. Additionally, the review touches upon the integration of targeted therapies with conventional treatments, such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy, to enhance overall treatment efficacy. Finally, the article examines ongoing clinical trials and preclinical studies that are investigating cutting-edge targeted therapies, showcasing the potential impact of these approaches in transforming cancer care.
In conclusion, targeted therapies in cancer treatment represent a rapidly expanding field with remarkable breakthroughs and promising avenues. Understanding the latest advancements and challenges in this domain is essential to harness the full potential of targeted therapies and ultimately improve patient outcomes in the battle against cancer.
The effect of printing edge defects on the electrodynamic characteristics of the patch antennas
Authors: Cherevko A. G. , Bylin S. N. , Lubsky V. V.
Published: January 2024

The influence of repeatability and random edge defects on the frequency dependence of parameter S11 characteristics of a square patch antenna is considered. A certain maximum size of the edge defect, which does not affect its characteristics, is defined. By analogy with a round patch-antenna, it is shown that the dependence of the parameter S11 characteristics on the inverse radius of curvature is linear making it relatively easy to estimate the influence of conformal antenna bending radius on the characteristics.
MPI reduction and broadcast algorithms for computer clusters with multistage interconnection networks
Authors: Kurnosov M. G.
Published: January 2024

Algorithms for MPI Allreduce, Bcast and Reduce collective operations have been developed. They are based on the dynamic construction of process groups at all levels of the memory hierarchy within the computing node and levels of the multistage interconnection network. The description of the network topology is loaded from an external file. Аlgorithms are implemented on the basis of the Open MPI library in an isolated collective component. Experiments on a cluster with a two-tier InfiniBand EDR network have shown the effectiveness of the algorithms for messages up to 16KB.
Orthogonal Methods of Weighted Residuals in Thermal Conductivity Problems for Multilayer Structures
Authors: Klebleev R. M.
Published: January 2024

An analytical solution of the heat conduction problem for a two-layer plate based on the Galerkin method and usage of additional boundary conditions (ABC) is obtained. The ABCs are found in such a way that their implementation is to be adequate to the implementation of the original equations at the boundary points. Execution of equations at boundary points leads to their execution over the entire range of spatial coordinates. The use of ABC allows us to obtain chain systems of algebraic equations for unknown solution coefficients. The equations of these systems have highly sparse well-conditioned square matrices. In this connection, their solutions are so simplified that with a large number of approximations, in general form, a system of only two algebraic equations should be solved. A high accuracy of finding the eigenvalues is observed that is explained by the use of a special ABC design.
Crescimento e expansão no uso de software como serviço (SaaS): estratégias e obstáculos para empresas de tecnologia
Authors: Correia Geovanni dos Santos , Barreto Gabriel Santos de Lima , Alves Nathalia de Meneses
Published: January 2024

Introdução: na recente era da informação, a dinâmica empresarial é impulsionada por avanços tecnológicos que redefinem modelos e desafiam convenções estabelecidas. Objetivo: analisar estratégias de empresas de tecnologia para impulsionar o crescimento do SaaS, propondo soluções inovadoras para otimizar a implementação no mercado empresarial. Metodologia: a abordagem metodológica baseou-se em revisão periódica mediante pesquisa descritiva, sob uma perspectiva qualitativa, conduzida por meio da consulta a periódicos científicos disponíveis na plataforma online da Scientific Electronic Library Online (SciELO). Resultados e Discussão: ressalta-se a importância crucial da segurança da informação e da conformidade regulatória no contexto da expansão do SaaS, traduzindo-se em uma abordagem integradora. Conclusão: o Software como Serviço (SaaS) não é apenas um traço provisório da evolução tecnológica, mas sim um fenômeno resiliente e adaptativo que perpetuará sua influência no pioneirismo do modelo digital.
ECOPEDAGOGIA E EXTENSÃO RURAL: UM ENSAIO SOBRE O FAZER DO EXTENSIONISTA
Authors: Alves Leonne Bruno Domingues , De Freitas Hugo Luiz Cordovil
Published: January 2024

Este ensaio se é fruto de reflexões conjuntas entre educação e extensão rural a partir das experiências teóricas e práticas dos autores. Surgindo de um debate entre pesquisadores, este ensaio se insere na linha de trabalhos como os de Peixoto (2008), Pires (2018), Freire (1983) e Gadoti, pensadores articulados. Este ensaio parte da apresentação do conceito de desenvolvimento para apresentar sua relação com os contextos mais nacionais e globais, apontando como a extensão rural surge desse contexto, e conclui apontando para a necessidade de uma extensão rural que, para além da técnica, seja mais humanizadora na medida que se torne, cada vez mais, relacional a partir de uma ecopedagogia.
AVALIAÇÃO DO PERFIL DE MEMÓRIA DE ALUNOS DE UM CURSO DE MEDICINA APÓS COVID-19
Authors: Salvador Luana Yumi , Mendonça Maiza Martins , De Sousa Samira Alves , Peres Loren Silva Machado , De Paula Aline Santos Soares , De Oliveira Fernanda Santos
Published: January 2024

Durante a pandemia de COVID-19, foram discutidas as sequelas advindas da pós-infecção pelo Coronavírus-2 da Síndrome Respiratória Aguda Grave (SARS-Cov-2) como alterações neurológicas; uma das mais conhecidas é a alteração de memória transitória, que vem sendo estudada com muito afinco desde 2020. Objetivo: quantificar as alterações ocasionadas pela infecção do SARS-Cov-2 nos alunos do curso de Medicina do Centro Universitário IMEPAC, Araguari, Minas Gerais principalmente as relacionadas com a perda de memória, para auxiliar no maior entendimento da doença, e nos possíveis aspectos fisiopatológicos. Metodologia: trata-se de um estudo observacional, de corte transversal com aplicação prática em campo do tipo quantitativa. Foram utilizados questionários sociodemográficos, de sintomatologia, de meta-memória e de auto-eficácia em 176 alunos regularmente matriculados do 1º ao 8º períodos.  Resultado: foi possível confirmar estatisticamente que houve correlação entre a COVID-19 e desdobramentos neurológicos, em especial quanto à autopercepção da alteração de memória.
ADENOCARCINOMA ESOFÁGICO EM PACIENTE COM ESÔFAGO DE BARRET: RELATO DE CASO
Authors: Petrucci Tiago Seiki Gushiken , Ferreira Danielle Sarmento , Petrucci Argemiro Jose Terra , Nunes Luiz Maurício Nogueira
Published: January 2024

O adenocarcinoma de esôfago é uma neoplasia que costuma surgir em sequência a um quadro de esôfago de Barret e da doença do refluxo gastroesofágico (DRGE) de longa data. O risco para desenvolver essa doença está aumentado nos pacientes que possuem displasia documentada, nos tabagistas, obesos e os com terapia de radiação prévia, e é reduzido por dietas ricas em frutas e vegetais frescos e por certos sorotipos de H. pylori. Ainda, nos pacientes com DRGE sintomáticos, a chance para progressão para essa neoplasia está aumentado. Neste relato, apresenta-se o caso de um paciente com esôfago de Barret, com DRGE, onde foi diagnosticado a presença de adenocarcinoma esofágico moderadamente diferenciado, após a realização de uma esofagogastrectomia com linfadenectomia. O autor apresenta este caso e faz uma revisão bibliográfica sobre o assunto, explicando melhor a relação entre adenocarcinoma esofágico, DRGE e esôfago de Barret.
Effect of salinity and drip fertigation on maize (Zea mays) and water use efficiency
Authors: GOVADA DIVYA SREE , A MRUDHULA K , M SUNIL KUMAR , G RAMESH , G KISHORE BABU , BSS SIDDARTHA NAIK
Published: January 2024

Climatic variability is immensely pressurised on freshwater availability in arid and semi-arid ecosystems, leading to poor quality water for crop production not becoming uncommon, especially in coastal ecosystems. A field experiment was conducted during winter (rabi) season of 2022–23 at the Saline Water Scheme at Agricultural College Farm, Acharya N. G. Ranga Agricultural University, Bapatla, Andhra Pradesh to assess the impact of saline water on maize growth, yield and water use efficiency under drip fertigation. The experiment consisted 8 treatments laid in randomized block design (RBD) with 4 replications. The utilization of the BAW irrigation method, together with the application of a prescribed quantity of fertilizer, resulted in the highest plant height and dry matter accumulation during all phases of crop growth. These outcomes were comparable to those achieved by using a combination of fresh water and saline water with an electrical conductivity of 2 dS/m. The maximum values for the number of kernels per cob (451), cob length (17.2 cm), cob weight (164.4 g), kernel yield (7.38 t/ha), stover yield (9.61 t/ha) and water use efficiency (18.5 kg/ha mm) of maize were observed under the irrigation treatment T4. The parameters exhibited their minimum values when irrigation was conducted using water with a salt level of 4 dS/m and no fertilizers were used. However, there was no statistically significant difference observed in the number of cobs per plant and harvest index of maize when saline water was used in conjunction with drip fertigation. In the context of maize cultivation, employing a cyclic irrigation technique that alternates between salty (EC 2–4 dS/m) and freshwater sources, in conjunction with recommended dose of fertiliser (RDF) has the potential to deliver comparable crop development, productivity, and economic benefits when compared to the use of freshwater sources alone.
Characterization of ambarella (Spondias dulcis) genotypes based on morphological and physio-biochemical quality attributes
Authors: DEVI M P , SINGH S R , SINGH R K D , CHANCHAN M , KHANGJARAKPAM G
Published: January 2024

Survey and characterization of ambarella found in valley region of Manipur was conducted during 2022–23 to identified superior genotypes for yield and various physio-biochemical characters having sweeter taste and high yield traits. Genotype P7 gave maximum yield (147.10 kg/tree) and P19 has maximum fruit weight (158.50 g), length (7.09 cm) and width (6.65 cm). However, genotypes P17 has highest TSS (170Brix), total sugar (6.84%), P7 highest vitamin C (40.81 mg/100 g) and P19 gave highest vitamin A content (0.62 mg/100 g). Hence, genetic diversity of ambarella was observed among the selected genotypes in valley region of Manipur for screening elite genotypes for the future.
Controlling Phalaris minor with novel pyroxasulfone under conservation agriculture in the north-western Indo-Gangetic Plains
Authors: KUMAR SUNIL , KAUR RAMANJIT
Published: January 2024

A field experiment was conducted during the winter (rabi) seasons of 2021–22 and 2022–23 at the research farm of ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi to evaluate the effectiveness of pyroxasulfone in controlling resistant Phalaris minor within the maize (Zea mays L.)-wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) cropping system. The experiment consisted a split-plot design involving 3 crop establishment systems (Bed + R; ZT + R and CT + R) and 5 weed management strategies, viz. pyroxasulfone (W1); pyroxsulfone fb metsulfuron + carfentrazone (W2); Sulfosulfuron + metsulfuron (W3); UWC (W4); and WFC (W5), replicated thrice. The results from two-year analysis consistently favoured bed planting with residue, which exhibited the lowest P. minor density and total weed population compared to the other two methods with highest weed control efficiency. Among the various weed management options, the combination of pyroxasulfone fb metsulfuron + carfentrazone recorded significantly lowest P. minor density and higher weed control efficiency, similar to the weed-free check. Additionally, this treatment led to significantly higher dry matter accumulation (68.2 g/m2), ear length (12 cm), test weight (41 g) and grain yield (5.8 t/ha) compared to other herbicide treatments, underscoring its outstanding performance.
Parenting the Phoenix
Authors: McNeilly Elizabeth
Published: January 2024

For many parents of transgender or non-binary children the experience is transformative learning (Mezirow, 1978). This life history study of 17 parents of children aged 6 to 29 comprised of 33 interviews, 10 participant journals, and an autoethnography. Findings from the data indicated parental learning was a holistic experience (Illeris, 2003), a balance of emotion, cognition, and sociality. When one domain of learning was overstimulated, learning could be disrupted. Parents restructured their conceptions of gender, working through understandings of gender from their past and new ideas of the present. Learning also occurred in two phases, a private phase of cognitive reframing and then a more public phase as parents learned to advocate for their child. Most parents were anchored by value of authenticity, and some mothers revisited the notion of “What makes a woman?” For some, working through discomfort was one part of the learning process.
Adaptaciones curriculares para estudiantes con necesidades educativas especiales no asociadas a una discapacidad: reto para la planificación docente
Authors: Barrera-Proaño Rosa Graciela , Montaño-Salazar Ivette Kennia , Hurtado-Toral Carmen Karina , Zapata-Moreira Sara Noemí , Chuga-Barrera Yomaira Karina
Published: January 2024

La presente investigación describe la práctica docente en el aula, directamente con los estudiantes que tienen necesidades educativas especiales no asociadas a una discapacidad, reto profesional y actitudinal del y la docente que llega a su aula un estudiante que presenta una o varias NEE (Necesidad educativa especial), la misma que obliga académicamente al docente a reestructurar: la planificación microcurricular, materiales, recursos e investigación. Para saber cómo enfrentar y ayudar al estudiante según el caso de necesidad educativa especial o específica que tenga, para enfrentar dicho reto el docente debe realizar adaptaciones curriculares que evite la discriminación y desigualdad de oportunidades, respetando al mismo tiempo sus características y necesidades individuales. Según la Subsecretaría de Educación Especializada e Inclusiva hace referencia de dos tipos de necesidades educativas especiales que son; las no asociadas a una discapacidad y las asociadas a una discapacidad, por lo que en un inicio se debe realizar un diagnóstico, test y evaluación para identificar el grado, tipo o necesidad educativa que tiene dicho estudiante, radica aquí entonces el estudio de un enfoque investigativo con tendencia a un tipo de NEE. Por ser un tema abarcador solo se hablará sobre las necesidades educativas especiales no asociadas, pues es un problema latente y que con más frecuencia se da en nuestro entorno educativo de la ciudad de Esmeraldas. Motivación para nosotros como docente con experiencia de ciertos casos recurrentes en el aula para describir y socializar ciertas estrategias que se podrían aplicar como adaptaciones curriculares.
The use of Libras as a means of facilitating nursing care for deaf patients
Authors: Pissolato Bruna Lucas , Moreira Yohana , Monteiro Ana Claudia Moreira
Published: January 2024

The current article identifies the struggle of the deaf community facing the difficulty in nursing care, such as strategy that nurses and others healthcare professionals use to assist the deaf community, considering the unpreparation from the staff. The objective is to bring up the importance of Brazilian Sign Language (LIBRAS) use to healthcare professionals in order to exist a reliable communication between deaf people and those professionals. It is narrative bibliographic research with a qualitative descriptive and exploratory approach. The research was based in BDENF, LILACS and SciELO databases through the following keywords: deaf, nursing and LIBRAS. Six (6) articles were found within the above keywords. One (1) was excluded for not addressing the subject in question. Five (5) articles were available in full according to the inclusion and exclusion criteria. It is necessary to indicate the importance of knowing Brazilian Sign Language from healthcare professionals, even in a basic way to offer a proper caring to deaf community.
Education and aesthetic treatment of acne-prone skin
Authors: Bessa Vicente Alberto Lima , Lima Rita de Cássia Borges , Gonçalves Taciara Queiroz , Sá Juliana Mendonça Farias de , Silva Fernanda Almeida da
Published: January 2024

Objective: To investigate the benefits that cosmetic and educational practices provide to the skin of acne patients. Materials and Methods: the research was a case study composed of six volunteers divided into two groups: G1, who received treatment in the cabin, and G2, who received treatment in the cabin, in addition to a cosmetic acne treatment kit for use in homecare. Results: The study established a comparison between the treatments performed in the cabin and those administered in homecare, focusing on the analysis of their impact on the emotional and behavioral spheres of the participants. The results revealed a notable improvement in the volunteers' perception of acne, who reported less impact on their daily activities. The study emphasized the relevance of providing authoritative information and guidance on acne and proper skin hygiene, culminating in a significant increase in participants' knowledge of the condition. The survey found that beliefs related to makeup use and the influence of diet on acne remained relatively unchanged. The levels of satisfaction among the participants were considerable, especially in the group that adhered to the homecare treatment, corroborating the efficacy and acceptance of the cabin and homecare treatments. Conclusion: The treatment in the cabin and homecare was more satisfactory than that performed only in the cabin, although both had positive results. People who participated in the study are shown to be more educated in acne skin care.
The technological transformation of higher education in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic – Knowledge and challenges
Authors: Souza Ana Beatriz Carvalho de , Amaral Augusto Minelli , Oliveira Bianca Andriguetto , Salomão Eduarda Tsuneme Hayashi , Barbosa Barbara
Published: January 2024

In 2020 the first cases of COVID-19 were diagnosed in Brazil. A worldwide virus that caused a pandemic and a quarantine was established in much of the world, a way to avoid personal contact in order to control the spread. It has the objective of showing the adaptations, methods and feelings of the students and teachers adopted in this pandemic, with an integrative study methodology and virtual research, based on the last 5 years. Twenty-four articles were discussed, resulting in the adaptation of the new routine with digital platforms and interactions through video-classes, animations, among others. It was reported that the lack of a stable connection and modern devices hindered the interaction in these online classes proposed by the universities. It is possible to conclude that despite the difficulty with the adaptations, creating an educational and practical way to present the classes, with the application of assessments and interactions by various means, made that education did not suspend.
Culture – Health relationships in a quilombola community in Northeastern Brazil: Perceptions of the duality of traditional medicine / conventional medicine
Authors: Nink Mariana Sahade , Nunes Érika dos Santos , Nink Ricardo Augusto
Published: January 2024

The Quilombolas constitute ethnic-racial groups with African ancestry, with their own historical trajectory, and endowed with specific territorial relations. The Quilombolas have been neglected in public health policies, despite being among the vulnerable populations in Brazil. This study sought to understand the relationships between culture and health within the context of valuing Quilombola traditions as a tool for promoting health in a remaining Quilombola community in the state of Alagoas. Through conducting interviews and employing a thematic content analysis, it was found that the population of the Village of Cruz uses non-conventional methods for restoring health, especially the use of medicinal plants, but seeks to adopt conventional medicine when their economic conditions allow. The majority of Quilombolas consider that traditional wisdom regarding health is not valorized by health professionals. This finding highlights the need for a rescue of the users' historicity by health services, with a focus on respecting and understanding Quilombola cultural traditions, as an important tool for better adherence of this population to treatments developed based on the conventional biomedical model.
Vibrational aesthetics and education of consciousness in the process of integral health
Authors: Parode Valquiria Pezzi
Published: January 2024

This article highlights the research on Vibrational Aesthetics (PARODE, 2004), its relationship with health and education, based on what I call, Consciousness Education for Integral Health. From an interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary qualitative approach, it brings as its foundation the holistic and integral perspective of human development, having as background references studies on Quantum Physics, Neuroscience, Transpersonal Psychology and other areas of knowledge and knowledge, in addition to theory Complexity (MORIN,2001), Multidimensionality (PARODE,2004) and Transdisciplinarity (NICOLESCU,2002). The challenge of this study is to problematize the relationship between body and consciousness, based on Vibrational Aesthetics in its applied bias. The study aims to understand the complex and empirical relationship of energy fields (emotional, mental, spiritual bodies), which are articulated with the biological physical body in the human body, in its vibrational perspective in relation to an existential projection of the being in time and space, in multi dimensions. The study also aims to highlight, through education from a perspective of Consciousness Education and Multidimensional Vibrational Therapy, the importance of processes related to the Wholeness of the Being (PARODE, 2007) for Integral Health (PARODE, 2010). Aesthetics here, beyond a theory, expands its approach to the field of pragmatic action in relation to Integral Health, enhancing a unity between body, mind, emotion and consciousness. Vibrational Aesthetics, so to speak, is the Aesthetics of Consciousness, which makes it possible, from Consciousness Education and Multidimensional Vibrational Therapy, to fully encompass body-nature-culture and cosmos as a Unit that can generate Integral Health and the fluidity of the Being in the world. In this approach to aesthetics, education and health, we identify Vibrational Aesthetics as an area of knowledge capable of generating awareness of disease prevention, for integral health, that is, of the physical and vibrational body (PARODE,2019). Through not only education for nutrition and food intake, but also for the qualification of human vibrational fields (mental, emotional and energetic). It is in this relationship between Aesthetics, Health and Education, that we perceive the vibrational field as an articulator of the different layers between the individual and their terrain, an existential locus capable of a projectual and at the same time cosmic consciousness. Hence the importance of Vibrational Aesthetics for configuring another philosophical approach regarding the issue of Health, which is multidimensional and which can certainly contribute to Integral Health and the human development of the Being in the world.
Contributions of pharmaceutical assistance and public policies in combating COVID-19 in Brazil
Authors: Roza Gleiciani Miguel Van Silva , Morais Tassiane Cristina
Published: January 2024

tag. In Brazil, there was a need to restructure and improve pharmaceutical services to deal with the crisis. Government agencies have produced documents to guide pharmaceutical services, aiming to ensure the supply of health technologies and promote the rational use of these resources. Objective: This study describes the importance of pharmaceutical services in the fight against COVID-19 in Brazil and highlights the contributions of public health policies. Results: The reorganization of pharmaceutical services in the Unified Health System involves ensuring access to health technologies, implementing telepharmacy and promoting the rational use of medicines and safe dispensing. These actions are strategic to disseminate evidence-based information, contributing to the comprehensiveness, resolvability and efficiency of health interventions.
Contribuição do gerenciamento de resíduos a partir da reciclagem: Um enfoque educacional
Authors: Souza Ingridy Lorrany da Luz , Rocha Emily Camily da Silva , Santos José Carlos Oliveira
Published: January 2024

Este estudo teve como base uma palestra que abordou a importância do manejo adequado de resíduos sólidos e sua aplicação na agricultura, além do tratamento dos dados obtidos através da aplicação de questionários aos alunos no início e no término da palestra, e também discutiu-se o problema da geração de resíduos em grande escala. Durante a palestra, foram apresentados os tipos de resíduos sólidos e os responsáveis pelo gerenciamento de cada tipo de resíduo. Consequentemente, é primordial direcionar maiores recursos para a disseminação de informações e o avanço da tecnologia. Tornar o conhecimento sobre a reciclabilidade dos materiais tornando acessível, juntamente com a educação sobre as práticas adequadas de descarte de embalagens, emerge como uma medida essencial. Paralelamente, é crucial investir em pesquisa e desenvolvimento para criar tecnologias que tornem os materiais mais propensos à reciclagem, ao mesmo tempo que sejam ambientalmente inofensivos e inertes, a fim de preservar o meio ambiente.
Imposto sobre grandes fortunas e a reforma tributária no Brasil
Authors: Prosdossimi Higor Pereira , Petri Sergio Murilo
Published: January 2024

A tributação brasileira taxa de maneira desproporcional cidadãos de rendas baixas quando em comparação com as grandes fortunas. Desta maneira, a arrecadação se apresenta reduzida visto que baixas taxas em altos valores resultam em quantias expressivas. Portanto, programas de apoio ao desenvolvimento nacional deixam de ser fundados ou são descontinuados dada a falta de orçamento, bem como a seguridade econômica nacional é reduzida. O objetivo do presente trabalho é apresentar a relevância da cobrança do Imposto sobre Grandes Fortunas, a partir da Reforma Tributária brasileira como meio de promover a seguridade da economia e o desenvolvimento do país. Foram selecionados oito artigos, onde foi feita uma análise sobre os principais pontos defendidos pelos autores, que, de forma unânime demonstraram preocupação com o STN e os efeitos da implantação do IGF no Brasil. Dentre os pontos observados destaca-se: o processo de evolução da carga tributária no Brasil; a necessidade de uma nova reforma tributária e da criação de um imposto sobre movimentação financeira a fim de promover uma arrecadação tributária eficiente e; o Imposto sobre Grandes Fortunas e suas características, demonstrando a sua relevância dentro do processo de reforma no Sistema Tributário Nacional (STN). O estudo foi feito por meio de uma pesquisa qualitativa de cunho bibliográfico.
Profile of angiotensin-converting enzyme activity on nitric oxide levels in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients
Authors: Mouro Margaret Gori , Tommaso Ana Beatriz Galhardi Di , Punaro Giovana Rita , Lima Deyse Yorgos de , Nascimento Marcos Antonio do , Ronchi Fernanda Aparecida , Rodrigues Adelson Marçal , Casarini Dulce Elena , Dib Sergio Atala , Higa Elisa Mieko Suemitsu
Published: January 2024

Nitric oxide and renin angiotensin system are involved in the pathophysiology and progression of diabetes mellitus chronic complications. To evaluate angiotensin-converting enzyme activity on nitric oxide levels in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Were recruited 20 patients and 20 health volunteers. Blood and urine samples were collected to measure: fasting blood glucose, glycated hemoglobin, plasmatic Na+, K+, urea, creatinine, total cholesterol, triglycerides, thiobarbituric acid reactive substances, nitric oxide levels, angiotensin-converting enzyme activity and microalbuminuria.The mean arterial pressure and body mass index were obtained from the medical records. The results were considered significant when p<0.05. Fasting blood glucose, glycated hemoglobin, body mass index, nitric oxide, urinary thiobarbituric acid reactive substances, angiotensin-converting enzyme activity and microalbuminuria were increased and total cholesterol was reduced in diabetic vs. controls; meanwhile MAP, Na+, triglycerides, urea and creatinine were similar between these two groups. Our study showed that although the angiotensin-converting enzyme was elevated, favored by the high oxidative stress level, demonstrating that there was protection on the cardio-renal axis. Our data suggest that maybe angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors acted on AT2, demonstrated by increased nitric oxide and stable blood pressure, revealing how dynamic the renin angiotensin system is and reacts to treatment.
A strategic roadmap to the successful implementation of digital health records in India
Authors: Aggarwal Lipsa , Roy Mrinmoy
Published: January 2024

Digital Health Records (DHR) implementation in India involves careful planning and consideration of legal frameworks, such as HIPAA or GDPR. The DHR is being implemented in India thanks to the Ayushman Bharat Health Stack, a technology platform. Interoperability Standards, data centres, connectivity, user consent, audit trails, and regular security audits are all critical for the effective implementation of DHR in India. Health Information Exchange (HIE) is essential for successfully integrating Digital Health Records in India. It involves creating a safe framework for the transmission of medical records, adopting internationally recognized protocols, adopting standardized medical terminologies, training healthcare providers, conducting public awareness campaigns, encouraging cooperation between the Government, healthcare providers, technology suppliers, and other stakeholders, setting standards, guidelines, and policies, launching small-scale pilot projects, launching a 2.0 scalability plan, monitoring and evaluating the DHR implementation's progress, and encouraging input from patients, healthcare professionals, and other stakeholders. The Union Cabinet approved the National Health Policy 2017 to create a digital health technology ecosystem, increasing access, improving quality, and lowering the cost of healthcare delivery. However, the pitfalls of the NHP 2017 included low enrolment of beneficiaries, low participation in reimbursement services, and the need for more data analytics. The GoI then came out with the Ayushman Bharat (2018-19) with the aim of 1.5 lac health and wellness centres and provision of financial protection of up to 5 lacs per year per family. To overcome these obstacles, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare constituted a committee to develop an implementation framework for the National Health Stack. The National Digital Health Blueprint (NDHB) initiative establishes an efficient, accessible, affordable, and secure national digital health ecosystem. It aims to create a system of personal health records and a Federated health data storage system based on individual informed consent. The National Health Stack (NHS) is a holistic platform integrating health I.T. with joint efforts of ministries, State, and central Government. It focuses on e-learning platforms, teleradiology and diagnostic technology, prevention, and nutritional management.
Social Engineering as a Tool for Warfare
Authors: Sule Dauda
Published: January 2024

In November, 2022, a blog went viral in Nigeria which claimed the United States of America was going to reject Dollar bills printed before the year 2021 as a means of curbing corruption in African countries where criminals and corrupt politician hoard the currency. It turned out to be a false tale, but had resulted in a brief reduction in the exchange rate of the United States Dollar to the Nigerian Naira. This illustrated how fake news could influence events and attitudes in a country, in this case, there was an economic impact (positive for the country); however, other social engineering techniques have been used to manipulate citizenry of countries in recent times, like suspected Russian interference in the United States Presidential elections in 2016 which swayed public opinion in favor Donald Trump and his emergence as president. Social engineering can be managed and controlled by way of awareness training and programs.
Fibrolipoma Of Tongue: A Rare Case Presentation And Review Of Literature
Authors: Reddy B.S  , Reginald B.A  , Kumar P.N  , Samatha M
Published: January 2024

Lipoma is a benign neoplasm of fat tissue, mostly seen on the trunk and proximal portions of the extremities. It’s occurrence in the oral cavity is rare, particularly in the tongue. Fibrolipoma, an unusual histological variant account for about 25–40% of all tongue lipomas. On literature search, only 15 cases have been described in which histological diagnosis of fibrolipoma was specifically confirmed. This is a report of a rare case of fibrolipoma on the tongue, treated by means of surgical excision. Clinicians should be aware of these lesions in order to develop better clinical differential diagnosis.
Exploring the Prevalence and Risk Factors of Obesity among University Students in Pakistan
Authors: Afzal Hanan , Farooq Muhammad
Published: January 2024

Background: Obesity is the main cause of various diseases, and lead to over 2.8 million deaths annually. Fat accumulation and metabolism dysregulation due to obesity may cause diseases like various cardiovascular and gastrointestinal disorders, etc. This study’s primary goal is to identify the prevalence of the underlying risk factors associated with obesity.
Materials and Methods: 520 samples were selected to for the study which were classified into six groups according to their body mass index (BMI) as underweight, Normal, Pre-obesity, Obese Class I, Obese Class II, and Obese Class III. Out of these 520 subjects, 314 were males and 206 were females. The Chi-square test was applied to analyze the data.
Results: There was a significant difference between obesity and the factors; Gender (p = <10-4), Marital status (p = 0.0004), Lifestyle (p = 0.0084), and Family history of Obesity (p = 0.003).
Conclusion: The factors which are the main cause of obesity are gender, lifestyle, and family history of obesity. People should follow an active lifestyle to get a cure for obesity. It also affects our social circle and mental health.
DETERMINATION OF SAND MINING PROSPECTIVE ZONES BASED ON SEDIMENT THICKNESS ANALYSIS USING HVSR MICROTREMOR AND GRAVITY METHODS: A CASE STUDY IN CANGKRINGAN, SLEMAN, DAERAH ISTIMEWA YOGYAKARTA
Authors: Sidik Firdos Bahar , Ramadeo Muhammad Gilang , Wulandari Maria Diyah Ayu , Khumairo Savira Zahrul , Nurkholijah Ekasari , Pangestu Farizki Budi , Fitrinova ⁠Safina , Muhlisin Haris
Published: January 2024

Mount Merapi is the most active type A volcano, especially on the island of Java. It produces sediment products totaling 140 million m3 located at the peak of Mount Merapi, descending through the mountain slopes to rivers originating from Mount Merapi. This sediment is subsequently utilized as a sand mining area. Therefore, it is necessary to determine prospect zones for sand mining that align with environmental, economic, and mitigation aspects in the Cangkringan area, Sleman, Yogyakarta Special Region. Seventeen microtremor measurement points were used with the Horizontal to Vertical Spectral Ratio (HVSR) method to determine sediment thickness, constituent lithology, and mining zones suitable for safety and mitigation aspects. Additionally, the gravity method was employed with 247 measurement stations obtained from GGM Plus to determine rock density and estimated thickness based on 2.5D modeling. The study resulted in the distribution of dominant soil frequencies ranging from 0.5 Hz to 7.5 Hz. High frequencies indicate old rocks, while medium frequencies suggest alluvial rocks with a thickness of ± 5 m. Low frequencies indicate alluvial rocks with a thickness exceeding ± 30 meters. Based on gravity results, the average depth is ±90-200 m with a density of 2.6 g/cm3, reflecting the depth of the bedrock in the study area, composed of andesitic volcanic rock. Soil vulnerability analysis in the study area classified into three categories, with values of 4.2-5.4 being highly vulnerable to surface deformation, values of 1.8-3.8 indicating moderate vulnerability, and values of -0.2-1.4 representing low vulnerability. Furthermore, the Peak Ground Acceleration (PGA) ranges from 500-1200 gal with intensity X. Ground Shaking Spectrum (GSS) data indicates that the study area experiences vibration phenomena with elastic soil dynamics. Therefore, the exploitation of sand resources in the Cangkringan area can be conducted in the southern region of Mount Merapi, approximately 2 km away from the mountain center. This is because the southern part of the research area has suitable mitigation measures. Moreover, based on the analysis, sediment thickness in this area ranges from ± 5-30 meters.
Media and Self-Objectification of Women in Pakistan: Exploring the Role of Culture and Religion
Authors: Ul Hassan Ali Ab , Amin Rooh ul , Iqbal M. Zafar
Published: January 2024

The aim of study is to explore the self-objectification of women and media exposure. It explores the relationship of media and self-objectification with reference to culture and religion as moderating variables. For this purpose, quantitative survey was chosen as research design and data from four universities of provincial capitals were collected through simple random sampling. It Includes the Punjab University Lahore, Karachi University Sindh, Baluchistan University, Baluchistan and Peshawar University, KPK. The total respondent was 400. Hundred from each university. STATA and SPSS were used to applied the test. Linear regression was run to know the relationship between variables. Our analysis shows a relationship between media exposure and self-objectification of women. More exposure to media objectified images leads to more self-objectification in female students. Association with religion and culture decline the self-objectification tendencies among female students. Our finding suggest that more media literacy can decrease the self-objectification phenomenon and more cultural association can omit the effects of media objectified images on female students of universities.
Design and Implementation of Secure Electronic Voting System Using Fingerprint Biometrics
Authors: Hamran Hanaf , M. Abdullah  , Naveed M. Ehtisham , Afzal Abdul Rehman
Published: January 2024

Fingerprint-Based Voting Project is an application that recognizes users based on their fingerprints. Each person has a different finger pattern, so you can easily authenticate voters. This system allows voters to vote using their fingerprints. Fingerprints are used to identify users uniquely. As the fingerprint minutiae features differ for each human being, the fingerprint is utilized to authenticate the voters. Voters can only vote once for a candidate. The system will not allow the voter to vote for a second time. The system allows administrators to add names and candidate photos of candidates nominated for election. The administrator only has the right to add the names and photos of nominated candidates. The admin will verify voters and register voter names. Administrators authenticate users by verifying their identities and then enrolling voters. Users can log in and vote for candidates after receiving a user ID and password from the administrator. The system allows the user to vote for only one candidate for a particular election. The voter and the admin can view the election results using the election ID. Voting results will be updated immediately. This study shows that the proposed web-based voting system is fast, efficient and fraud-free.
Umwandlungen im Insolvenzplanverfahren
Authors: Eckardt Franz
Published: January 2024

Measures under the German Transformation Act can be used, e.g., to transfer favorable contracts of insolvent companies or to adapt their corporate structure for investors. In insolvency plan proceedings, neither the consent of the shareholders nor that of the contractual partners is required for this. In addition to examining basics, advantages and disadvantages, insolvency-related particularities and liability issues, the author also presents the process of a transformation in insolvency plan proceedings, using the example of the spin-off of parts of a company that are worth continuing. In an excursus, he argues that the insolvency administrator can also carry out spin-offs without plan proceedings and the consent of the shareholders.
Bürgerkrieg und Romantik im Realsozialismus
Authors: Schubert Thomas
Published: January 2024

Vorgelegt wird die erste lückenlose Analyse des weitgehend unbekannten Frühwerks von Rudolf Bahro. Eine ausführliche Behandlung erfahren dessen historischer, biographischer und intellektueller Kontext, was einen kritischen Blick auf die frühe DDR und Bahros späteren Texte seines Haupt- und Spätwerks ermöglicht.
Smart Strafrecht – Strafrechtlicher Schutz privater Nutzer smarter Systeme des Internets der Dinge
Authors: Zitzelsberger Kathrin
Published: January 2024

The private everyday world of humans is increasingly penetrated by smart systems of the Internet of Things. Based on this, the study examines the central areas of criminal law with regard to the protection of private users of smart systems – criminal product law on the one hand and computer and data protection criminal law on the other. These legal areas of "smart criminal law" are analyzed in detail and systematically with regard to their suitability for user protection, and any difficulties uncovered in the process are each presented with concrete solutions that are consistent with European and constitutional requirements. In addition, important points of contact and interaction between these areas of law in user protection are elaborated.
Ich und das Ganze
Authors: Eichhorn Peter
Published: January 2024

The book shows the different worlds that surround the individual and how the individual can influence the whole. Conflicts become apparent. In order to overcome them, prerequisites are necessary. Individual chapters are devoted to these. Examples of urgently needed reforms of universities, broadcasters and the healthcare system in Germany are discussed.