bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Neuroendocrine differentiation in a metachronous metastatic deposit in a case of mature growing ovarian teratoma: A rare occurrence
Authors: Jain Divakar , Patkar Shraddha , Agarwal Jasmine , Menon Santosh , Goel Mahesh
Published: February 2024

Growing teratoma syndrome is a rare condition seen in non seminomatous germ cell tumor after completion of chemotherapy. Ectodermal, mesodermal and endodermal differentiation is commonly seen in mature teratoma. neuroendocrine differentiation in a metastatic deposit of mature teratoma is rarely reported. We are presenting a case of neuroendocrine differentiation in a long standing metastatic deposit of a mature teratoma.
Profile of Sleep-related Breathing Disorders in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease-obstructive Sleep Apnea Overlap Syndrome
Authors: Ish Pranav , Agrawal Sumita , Rathi Vidushi , Gupta Nitesh , Kumar Rohit , Gupta Mansi , Mittal Anshul , Behera Debasis , Suri J. C.
Published: February 2024

ABSTRACT

Introduction:

Overlap syndrome (OS) is defined by the combined occurrence of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Sleep-related breathing disorders (SRBDs) in OS can also manifest with central sleep apnea (CSA) and hypoventilation; besides OSA.

Methods:

This study was carried out to evaluate various SRBD in OS and its therapeutic implications patients having postbronchodilator obstruction in spirometry with respiratory symptoms were classified as COPD. Those found to have an apnea–hypopnea Index (AHI) >5/h in polysomnography (PSG) were diagnosed as OS. All 37 patients diagnosed as OS underwent a subsequent positive airway pressure (PAP) titration.

Results:

On the evaluation of the SRBD, over half (51%) of the patients had OSA with no hypoventilation. More than one-third of the patients (35%) had associated hypoventilation with OSA, three patients had hypercapnic CSA, and two patients had hypocapnic CSA with Cheyne–Stokes breathing (CSA-CSB). The OSA group was easily titrated and corrected by CPAP therapy. OSA with hypoventilation group had underlying COPD with severe obstruction requiring bilevel PAP titration. Patients with CSA-CSB were elderly hypertensive patients with congestive heart failure who were corrected by PAP and optimization of cardiac medications. Patients with hypoventilation and hypercapnic CSA were most difficult to titrate and needed a backup rate along with PAP therapy for correction. On classifying patients on the basis of severity of OSA and COPD, there was no correlation found between AHI and forced expiratory volume 1 (FEV1). Patients with mild COPD with severe OSA were easily titrated with CPAP with a mean pressure of 8 cm H20. The most challenging cases were with severe COPD with severe OSA who required high pressures in both exhalation PAP and inspiratory PAP titration; two of such patients required backup rate by spontaneous/timed mode of PAP therapy.

Conclusions:

There are many profiles of SRBD in OS, and a detailed in-hospital PSG with a PAP titration can help in effectively managing the patients.
Beckwith–Wiedemann Syndrome Diagnosed in the Early Second Trimester in Two Fetuses with Isolated Omphalocele
Authors: Yang Yan-Dong , Li Dong-Zhi
Published: February 2024

Beckwith–Wiedemann syndrome (BWS) is an imprinting disorder caused by various genetic or epigenetic alterations involving growth regulatory genes located on chromosome 11p15.5 region. Conventionally, most cases of BWS are diagnosed during the neonatal period or early childhood. Early prenatal diagnosis is very important because it provides information regarding the prognosis, guidance of delivery preparation, and postnatal care plan. We report two cases of BWS diagnosed in utero using exome sequencing (ES) after the early identification of fetal omphalocele and normal findings of microarray and methylation analyses. Case 1 carried a de novo CDKN1C c.694C>T (p.Gln232*) variant. Case 2 carried a familial CDKN1C c.827_828delinsAA (p.Phe276*) variant; another member in the family presented with features of BWS. In both cases, no macrosomia and visceromegaly were demonstrated. Although fetal omphalocele was identified in the first trimester, invasive testing was delayed to the early second trimester for methylation in the two cases. Fetal omphalocele should not be regarded as just an abdominal wall defect. When a fetal omphalocele was identified, a detailed family history, especially with searching for the signs of BWS in familial members, should be undertaken. For an omphalocele, ES is an option for patients after normal microarray and methylation analyses.
Customised weight-based volume contrast media protocol for multiphase abdominal computed tomography
Authors: Yap Lilian Poh Poh , Sani Fadhli Mohamed , Chung Eric , Gowdh Nadia Fareeda Muhammad , Ng Wei Lin , Wong Jeannie Hsiu Ding
Published: February 2024

Introduction:

Multiphase computed tomography (CT) using fixed volume contrast media may lead to high radiation exposure and toxicity in patients with low body weight. We evaluated a customised weight-based protocol for multiphase CT in terms of radiation exposure, image quality and cost savings.

Methods:

A total of 224 patients were recruited. An optimised CT protocol was applied using 100 kV and 1 mL/kg of contrast media dosing. The image quality and radiation dose exposure of this CT protocol were compared to those of a standard 120 kV, 80 mL fixed volume protocol. The radiation dose information and CT Hounsfield units were recorded. The signal-to-noise ratio, contrast-to-noise ratio (CNR) and figure of merit (FOM) were used as comparison metrics. The images were assessed for contrast opacification and visual quality by two radiologists. The renal function, contrast media volume and cost were also evaluated.

Results:

The median effective dose was lowered by 16% in the optimised protocol, while the arterial phase images achieved significantly higher CNR and FOM. The radiologists’ evaluation showed more than 97% absolute agreement with no significant differences in image quality. No significant differences were found in the pre- and post-CT estimated glomerular filtration rate. However, contrast media usage was significantly reduced by 1,680 mL, with an overall cost savings of USD 421 in the optimised protocol.

Conclusion:

The optimised weight-based protocol is cost-efficient and lowers radiation dose while maintaining overall contrast enhancement and image quality.
Non-planarity of Markoff graphs $\bmod~p$
Authors: de Courcy-Ireland Matthew
Published: February 2024

We prove the non-planarity of a family of

3

-regular graphs constructed from the solutions to the Markoff equation

x^2+y^2+z^2=xyz

modulo prime numbers greater than 7. The proof uses Euler characteristic and an enumeration of the short cycles in these graphs. Non-planarity for large primes would follow assuming a spectral gap, which was the original motivation. For primes congruent to

1

modulo

4

, or congruent to

1

,

2

, or

4

modulo

7

, explicit constructions give an alternate proof of non-planarity.
Identification of anti-gastric cancer effects and molecular mechanisms of resveratrol: From network pharmacology and bioinformatics to experimental validation
Authors: Ma Ying-Qian , Zhang Ming , Sun Zhen-Hua , Tang Hong-Yue , Wang Ying , Liu Jiang-Xue , Zhang Zhan-Xue , Wang Chao
Published: February 2024

BACKGROUND

Gastric cancer (GC) is one of the most aggressive malignancies with limited therapeutic options and a poor prognosis. Resveratrol, a non-flavonoid polyphenolic compound found in a variety of Chinese medicinal materials, has shown excellent anti-GC effect. However, its exact mechanisms of action in GC have not been clarified.

AIM

To identify the effects of resveratrol on GC progression and explore the related molecular mechanisms.

METHODS

Action targets of resveratrol and GC-related targets were screened from public databases. The overlapping targets between the two were confirmed using a Venn diagram, and a “Resveratrol-Target-GC” network was constructed using Cytoscape software version 3.9.1. The protein-protein interaction (PPI) network was constructed using STRING database and core targets were identified by PPI network analysis. The Database for Annotation, Visualization and Integrated Discovery database was used for Gene Ontology (GO) and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) enrichment analysis. A “Target-Pathway” network was created by using Cytoscape 3.9.1. The RNA and protein expression levels of core target genes were observed using the Cancer Genome Atlas and the Human Protein Atlas databases. DriverDBv3 and Timer2.0 databases were used for survival and immune infiltration analysis. Subsequently, the findings were further verified by molecular docking technology and in vitro experiments.

RESULTS

A total of 378 resveratrol action targets and 2154 GC disease targets were obtained from public databases, and 181 intersection targets between the two were screened by Venn diagram. The top 20 core targets were identified by PPI network analysis of the overlapping targets. GO function analysis mainly involved protein binding, identical protein binding, cytoplasm, nucleus, negative regulation of apoptotic process and response to xenobiotic stimulus. KEGG enrichment analysis suggested that the involved signaling pathways mainly included PI3K-AKT signaling pathway, MAPK signaling pathway, IL-17 signaling pathway, TNF signaling pathway, ErbB signaling pathway, etc . FBJ murine osteosarcoma viral oncogene homolog (FOS) and matrix metallopeptidase 9 (MMP9) were selected by differential expression analysis, and they were closely associated with immune infiltration. Molecular docking results showed that resveratrol docked well with these two targets. Resveratrol treatment arrested the cell cycle at the S phase, induced apoptosis, and weakened viability, migration and invasion in a dose-dependent manner. Furthermore, resveratrol could exhibit anti-GC effect by regulating FOS and MMP9 expression.

CONCLUSION

The anti-GC effects of resveratrol are related to the inhibition of cell proliferation, migration, invasion and induction of cell cycle arrest and apoptosis by targeting FOS and MMP9.
PRESENCIA E INCLUSIÓN DEL GEN DE FECUNDIDAD FEC-B (BOOROOLA) PARA EL MEJORAMIENTO DE LA PRODUCTIVIDAD DE OVINOS CRIOLLOS EN EL TRÓPICO
Authors: Cordero-Arbelo Génesis , Ormaza-Rivera Karla , Fernández-Van Cleve John , Rodríguez-Carías Abner A.
Published: February 2024

PRESENCIA E INCLUSIÓN DEL GEN DE FECUNDIDAD FEC-B (BOOROOLA) PARA EL MEJORAMIENTO DE LA PRODUCTIVIDAD DE OVINOS CRIOLLOS EN EL TRÓPICO
Shaeffer’s formula as an estimator of body weight in slick and wild type-haired Puerto Rican Holstein calves and heifers
Authors: Sánchez-Rodríguez Héctor L. , Colón-Rodríguez Ireliz , Domenech-Pérez Katherine
Published: February 2024

Recording body weight (BW) regularly is a useful tool for cattle management. However, weighing scales (WS) are not always available on farms, hence the need for BW estimating formulas, which are frequently breed- and/or age-specific. Thus, the current study evaluated the reliability of Shaeffer’s formula (SF), BW=[body length x (thoracic perimeter)2]/300), in nine slick (SLICK) and nine wild type-haired (WT) Holstein calves/heifers. The SF results were compared with those obtained using a WS by the REG and GLIMMIX Procedures (SAS). During weeks 1 to 8, there was a strong association between both weighing methods used on SLICK (R2=0.88; P<0.0001) and WT (R2=0.85; P<0.0001) calves. On average, during this period the SF overestimated BW by 6.39 kg, when compared with the WS (P<0.0001). From 3 to 33 months of age, a strong association was also observed between both weighing methods in the SLICK (R2=0.97; P<0.0001) and WT (R2=0.97; P<0.0001) heifers. Sampling and weighing method interacted (P<0.0001) due to the divergence of the SF and WS curves between 8 and 33 months of age, ranging from 23.20 (P=0.0435) to 80.41 kg (P<0.0001) greater BW by the SF. Shaeffer’s formula turned out to be a feasible and reliable method for BW estimation in the SLICK and WT calves/heifers evaluated in this study, that can be further improved by subtracting the average of overestimated values.
USE OF BIOCHAR FROM NON-NATIVE TREES AS A GROWING MEDIA COMPONENT FOR BASIL
Authors: Flores-Mangual Mario L. , Pagán-Lopéz Mario A. , Román-Aponte Elvin A.
Published: February 2024

USE OF BIOCHAR FROM NON-NATIVE TREES AS A GROWING MEDIA COMPONENT FOR BASIL
EN MEMORIA JOSÉ (FOFÓ) VICENTE CHANDLER 1922-2022
Authors: Sotomayor-Ramírez David , Sotomayor-Ríos Antonio
Published: February 2024

EN MEMORIA JOSÉ (FOFÓ) VICENTE CHANDLER 1922-2022
Rancang Bangun Building Automation System Mesin Pendingin Ruangan dan Penerangan Terminal Bandar Udara Tunggul Wulung
Authors: Indarko Anjar , Taryana  , Suprihartini Yayuk
Published: February 2024

Sesuai Peraturan Menteri Perhubungan Nomor 36 Tahun 2021 tentang Standarisasi Pelayanan Bagi Pengguna Jasa Bandar Udara. Sebagai pengelola bandara Tunggul Wulung, UPT Direktorat Jenderal Perhubungan Udara mempunyai tugas untuk mengoptimalkan pelayanan fasilitas bandara, serta meningkatkan keamanan dan keselamatan penerbangan. Kegiatan pengoperasian peralatan mekanikal dan listrik Di Terminal Bandara Tungul Wulung meliputi penerangan, genset, air conditioner (AC), lift, conveyor dan pompa air. Pengoperasian peralatan tersebut, merupakan bentuk pelayanan fasilitas. Minimnya personil teknisi listrik, kontrol peralatan yang manual dan tidak adanya monitoring pengunaan peralatan dapat mengakibatkan ketidakefektifan kerja teknisi, pemborosan energi listrik dan dapat membuat peralatan bekerja tidak optimal. Untuk dapat menyelesaiakan permasalahan tersebut dapat dibantu dengan merancang Building Automation System (BAS). Controller yang digunakan berupa PLC Mega V2 Slim. Sistem ini dapat membantu memantau dan mengendalikan peralatan mekanikal dan listrik agar dapat bekerja secara optimal, termonitor, terkoordinasi, dan efisien
SRANS Simulation on a Helical-Segmented Finned Tube Bank
Authors: Martínez-Espinosa E. , Salinas-Vázquez M.
Published: February 2024

A numerical simulation on a six-row helical-segmented finned tube in a staggered layout is performed with the Reynolds Averaged Navier-Stokes (RANS) approach. The turbulence effect is represented with the k-ε RNG model, and a fixed temperature in each tube row considers the inside fluid temperature. The tube bank is represented by a small finned tube bank and a single interacted module. The small finned tube bank considers symmetry conditions on the sides of the computational domain. The single interacted module considers periodic boundary conditions for velocity, pressure, and temperature. Both simulations are compared to develop the basis of complex simulations such as repetitive finned tube modules. Average values on parallel planes to the streamwise direction for velocities, pressures, and temperatures are compared in both simulations. The comparative analyses show deviations lower than 11% for the velocity field, 12% for the pressure field, and 10% single for the temperature field. Therefore, results show an appropriate flow representation with periodic boundary conditions.
Monumental art in the urban fabric of St. Petersburg
Authors:   National Research University ", Posokhina Anastasia M. ,   Higher School of Economics", Semenova Victoria V. ,   Department of Spatial Development and Architecture
Published: February 2024

The article examines the role of monuments in shaping the identity and aesthetics of St. Petersburg. It delves into the interaction between key works of monumental art from the 18th to the 19th century, scrutinizing their relationship with the urban environment and architectural landscape. Furthermore, it investigates their design intricacies and creation processes, ultimately elucidating their profound influence on the visual identity and character of the city.
Surveying the current condition of universities’ teaching and administrative buildings in the South of Russia
Authors:   Southern Federal University, Zhukov Alexander A. , Morgun Nikolai A. ,   Southern Federal University
Published: February 2024

A visual survey of 108 teaching and administrative buildings at the universities in the south of Russia revealed a certain degree of obsolescence and physical deterioration as important criteria for suitability for their modernization
Development challenges of the architecture of intergenerational centers in Russia
Authors:   Kazan State University of Architecture and Engineering, Grishina Maria P. , Yusupova Alia B. ,   Kazan State University of Architecture and Engineering
Published: February 2024

The study explores the architecture of intergenerational centers with the aim of identifying their specific features based on a review of theoretical and practical experiences in their construction. Currently, Russia lacks architectural and spatial environments that promote social communication between generations. The research work begins with a review of international and domestic experiences in the construction of intergenerational centers and consideration of the modern typology of intergenerational centers and issues in their design and development. Spatial planning models have been developed, and the disadvantages and advantages of existing intergenerational centers have been identified. The findings of this study may be of use for further theoretical research into the development of intergenerational centers.
Profile of F2-Isoprostane Level After 5-Day Administration of Robusta Coffee at a Steady State Dose in Subjects Performing Physical Exercise
Authors: Darmawan Rizky , Mujahidin Izzul , Salamy Muhammad Fath Alhaqqi Sanis , Azmy Ulul , Prabowo Gwenny Ichsan , Angga Prayogi Dwina , Mohamed Mohd Nahar Azmi , Herawati Lilik
Published: February 2024

This study aims to analyze the effect of robusta Dampit coffee on F2-isoprostane levels influenced by ROS due to excessive exercise. This study was an experimental study with a pre- and post-test control group design with coffee administration. The total sample was 18 untrained or sedentary male, divided into two groups: coffee group (COF, n=9) and control/placebo group (PLB, n=9). The COF group was given 2 cups of filtered coffee a day (100 ml/cup) at 12-hour intervals for 5 days. Both groups performed physical exercise with a step test on day 6. Blood samples were collected pre and two hours post exercise. F2-isoprostane concentration was analyzed using the F2-isoprostane biomarker and ELISA to measure the level of lipid peroxidation. Results showed a decrease in F2-isoprostane levels in both COF (pre: 1531.57±278.13 pg/mL; post: 1367.6±230.24 pg/mL; p=0.110) and PLB (pre: 1716.65±501.19 pg/mL; post: 1600.02±500.59 pg/mL; p=0.139) groups with a greater decrease in the COF group. However, this reduction was not significantly different between groups (p=0.734). Although not significantly different, exercising participants tended to have lower F2-isoprostane levels after consuming robusta coffee for five days at a steady state dose. Therefore, further investigation is needed to ascertain the physiological consequences of coffee administration over a longer period of time and its effect on recovery speed.
Keywords: coffee, exercise, lipid peroxidation, and F2-isoprostane
The Effectiveness of Ginger-Infused Water on Aerobic Endurance: A Randomized Control Trial
Authors: Sepriani Rika , Bafirman Bafirman , Deswandi Deswandi , Syampurma Hilmainur , Effendi Hastria , Dara Pratiwi Monica
Published: February 2024

The research aims to see the effectiveness of infused water in influencing aerobic endurance. The research used a controlled experimental method with a pretest-posttest design. According to the criteria, fifteen participants were divided into three groups using purposive sampling. The control group (CT), and experimental group one (EKO) were given infused water with a combination of red ginger, lemon, and mint leaves, and experimental group two (EKT) were given infused water with variations of emprit ginger and lemon and mint leaves. The beep test is used to assess aerobic endurance. Pre-tests and post-tests were given before and after treatment. Data analysis used a paired t-test, followed by one-way ANOVA statistical analysis with SPSS-25. The results showed that there was a difference in pre-test and post-test aerobic endurance in the EKO group with a sig value of 0.011 < α= 0.05, but there was no difference in pre-test and post-test aerobic endurance in the EKT group with a sig value of 0.052 > α= 0.05. If the post-test results of the experimental group are compared with the control group, a significance value (p-value) = 0.804 > α= 0.05 is obtained. It was concluded that giving red ginger water infusion could significantly increase aerobic endurance before and after treatment. Meanwhile, when giving emprit ginger-infused water, there was no significant difference in aerobic endurance before and after treatment. Compared with the control group, there was no significant difference in aerobic endurance between the control and experimental groups.
Keywords: Effectiveness, Ginger, Infused Water, Aerobic Endurance.
Ges.TO: 35 anos ampliando as fronteiras da psicoterapia ocupacional
Authors: De Freitas Priscila Lemos , Vitelli Viana Ronaldo Guilherme , César Viana Ana Luiza
Published: February 2024

Neste editorial, relata-se a trajetória dos 35 anos do Grupo de Estudos Profundos de Terapia Ocupacional (Ges.TO), desde sua fundação à atualidade. Retrata-se o contexto crítico-reflexivo vivido por Rui Chamone Jorge em sua atuação profissional, impulsionado pela busca por conhecimentos que transcendessem as limitações do ensino convencional de sua época, possibilitando uma atenção integral ao ser humano e culminando com a criação deste grupo de estudos. O Ges.TO tem se destacado por uma diversidade de atividades que abraçam a inovação, a pesquisa e a disseminação de conhecimento. Além disso, sua influência no desenvolvimento tanto pessoal quanto profissional de seus integrantes tem sido inestimável, formando gerações de terapeutas ocupacionais comprometidos com a excelência e o cuidado integral das populações atendidas.
Palavras-chave: Terapia Ocupacional. Psicoterapia. Educação continuada.
Pengenalan Algoritma pada Pembelajaran Pemrograman Komputer
Authors: Maulana Hasan  , Yahfizham
Published: February 2024

An algorithm is defined as a series of actions to solve a problem. The solutions implemented must be sequential, logical and systematic. In this way, algorithms can become the basis for creating computer programs. Meanwhile, a computer program is a set of commands that a computer is told to execute when solving a problem. Algorithms play a very important role in computer programming because the heart of computer science is algorithms. Many discussions from various branches of the computer field refer to the definition of algorithms. The purpose of this scientific work is to help students be able to first recognize the definition of an algorithm so that it can facilitate students' understanding of computer programming learning and increase student motivation in learning. The author used the literature study method in writing this scientific work.
Keywords: Algorithms, Programming.
Strategi Komunikasi Pemasaran Produk UMKM ke Masyarakat di Era Digital melalui Media Sosial: Studi Kasus pada UMKM Rumah Mode Aqhita
Authors: Abdillah Baihaqi , Saragih M. Yoserizal , Abidin Syahrul
Published: February 2024

This research is entitled Communication Strategy for Marketing MSME Products to the Community in the Digital Era Through Social Media (Case Study on MSMEs Aqhita Fashion House). The purpose of this study is to find out how the strategies carried out by MSMEs in the digital era, especially what happened to the Aqhita Fashion House. This research uses qualitative research approaches and types, and the theory used is AISAS Theory (Attention, Interest, Search, Action, Share). The object of this research is the strategy of MSMEs in marketing their products to the public through social media. This research is where in this analys there are five elements in doing good marketing in the digital era, namely Attention, Interest, Search, Action, Share. The result of this study is to find out the right strategy in marketing MSME products in the digital era. The message that can be take in this study is that we can better appreciate the work made by humans and should not underestimate the results of products from MSMEs that are still relatively small.
Revisión de la validación del Defining Issues Test (DIT) en países hispanohablantes
Authors: Florentino Basilio
Published: February 2024

El Defining Issues Test (DIT) o Cuestionario de Problemas Sociomorales, por su traducción española, constituye un test elaborado por James Rest en la década de los 70, como alternativa a la entrevista estructurada de Laurence Kohlberg, para medir el desarrollo moral en las personas. Como objetivo, este estudio exploró la confiabilidad del DIT en versiones adaptadas a distintos contextos hispanohablantes, como España, México, Venezuela, Colombia, Costa Rica y Panamá. Metodológicamente, se realizó una revisión documental sobre estudios en los que se aplicó el DIT. En la operación, se identificaron 25 estudios. Entre los resultados, se encontró que las versiones adaptadas mantienen, en general, una consistencia interna aceptable, con coeficientes alfa de Cronbach entre 0.70 y 0.80, exceptuando el estudio de Panamá, que no presentó evidencias de validación. La discusión sugiere que, aunque se prefiere un alfa de Cronbach entre 0.80 y 0.90, los valores obtenidos siguen siendo coherentes con la versión original. Las adaptaciones fueron confiables considerando variables sociodemográficas y culturales, pero hubo falta de uniformidad en la presentación de coeficientes alfa y necesidad de explorar más medidas de validez. El DIT adaptado es confiable en distintos contextos, pero se sugiere presentar resultados de manera más consistentes y evaluar la validez de forma más amplia.
Strengthening Community Involvement
Authors: Andjanie Isabella Fitria , Asyifa Nurul , Pratama Ricky Karya , Furqan Alhilal
Published: February 2024

One of the challenges in realizing community-based tourism villages is the lack of experience among local communities in tourism activities’ development and management. Therefore, a comprehensive approach based on Community-Based Tourism (CBT) is needed. Lamajang Tourism Village, known for its cultural tourism potential, is developing its natural tourism. This research aims to assess and evaluate the readiness of community participation to manage tourism potential to become a quality, attractive, and sustainable tourism product. The research method used in this study is a descriptive qualitative approach. Data collection techniques consist of spatial and field observations, interviews with various tourism stakeholders and local community figures, and analysis of policy documents of the Bandung Regency government. The assessment framework and indicators are in the Handbook on Community-Based Tourism: How to Develop and Sustain CBT. This research generates several conclusions and recommendations, including the need for evaluation and optimization in particular stages of the CBT approach to advance Lamajang village, which is still considered an initial phase of tourism village, towards a developing/independent tourism village.
PENGARUH MODEL PEMBELAJARAN EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING TERHADAP KEMAMPUAN MENELAAH POLA PENYAJIAN DAN KEBAHASAAN TEKS IKLAN OLEH SISWA KELAS VII SMP MIFTAHUSSALAM MEDAN
Authors: Arianto Arianto , Zahara Siti Fatimah , Wulandari Wina , Muliatik Sri
Published: February 2024

Penenlitian ini adalah bertujuan untuk mengetahui kemampuan menelaah pola penyajian dan kebahasaan teks iklan melalui model pembelajaran experiential learning. Populasi siswa kelas VIII SMP Miftahussalam secara keseluruhan berjumlah 108 siswa tersebar 3 kelas.  Untuk menentukan sampel, peneliti menggunakan teknik sampling random yaitu kelas yang terpilih VIII-A yang berjumlah 36 siswa sebagai kelas eksperimen dan VIII-C yang berjumlah 36 siswa sebagai kelas kontrol. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan metode eksperimen. Dalam penelitian ini, peneliti menggunakan instrument penelitian berupa tes essai. Berdasakan analisis data diperoleh kemampuan menelaah pola penyajian dan kebahasaan teks iklan kelompok eksperimen memperoleh nilai akhir di kategori baik sekali karena 15 siswa mendapatkan nilai antara 80-100 (41,67%), dan kelompok kontrol memperoleh nilai akhir di kategori baik sekali karena 14 siswa mendapatkan nilai antara 80-100 (38,89). Dari hasil penelitian ini dapat diketahui bahwa hipotesis terbukti, melalui uji t diperoleh thitung> ttabel atau 7,2>1,99.
Inguinal Arteriovenous Malformation
Authors: Raheem Abdul , Ali Arsal Syed , Basit Taha , Areeba Syeda , Salar Abro Muhammad , Kumar Ashish
Published: February 2024

Arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) are rare disorders, with inguinal region involvement being particularly uncommon, as they typically manifest in the neck, limbs, trunk, and intracranial or extracranial sites. Despite their varied presentation across organs and tissues, AVMs can lead to cardiac failures due to high output, necessitating management even in asymptomatic cases. We present the case of a 37-year-old male with a known history of hypertension and severe depressive disorder, referred to the urology department for bilateral renal calculi evaluation. The patient complained of sudden-onset, moderate-intensity left-sided flank pain, with no signs of infection or constitutional symptoms. A non-contrast CT scan revealed bilateral renal calculi and an intriguing mass in the scroto-inguinal region. Further investigation through contrast-enhanced computed tomography identified an AVM originating from the right internal iliac artery, located a few millimeters next to the scrotum. A multidisciplinary team, including interventional radiology, urology, and vascular surgery, collaborated to develop a curative strategy. Angioembolization was performed successfully in a single session, involving catheterization and ligation of the feeder vessel using a lipiodol-glue mixture. Postoperatively, the patient remained stable with mild pyrexia (99°F), a heart rate of 76 bpm, and blood pressure fluctuating between 110-125 mmHg systolic and 72-80 mmHg diastolic. The absence of glue leakage upon saline injection confirmed the effectiveness of embolization. The patient experienced relief from pain and was mobilized on the second postoperative day. This case underscores the importance of a comprehensive approach in managing rare presentations of AVMs, emphasizing successful angioembolization as a viable therapeutic option
Corporate Social Responsibility and Financial Performance of Listed Oil and Gas Companies in Nigeria
Authors: DAVIES OGUNBIYI , Abiola Biodun , ADEGBIE Folajimi Festus
Published: February 2024

The entire well-being and earnings from operations comprises a company’s financial performance. It entails effective resource allocation and use to fulfill objectives, resulting in increased profitability. Literature has shown that listed Oil and Gas companies in Nigeria has been recording fluctuations in their financial performance which has affected achieving the objective of the shareholders and also the object of firm maximization. Studies have also shown that not many companies in the oil and gas sector have integrated Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in their operations. This study estimated the effect of CSR on the financial performance of the listed oil and gas companies in Nigeria from 2011 to 2022. This study filled the gap by identifying the financial benefits a company derived from CSR with the objective which investigated the relationship between them. The 11 oil and gas companies with primary listings on the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) form the population for the analysis. Secondary data from the publicly available annual reports of the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) was utilized for this study. The study utilized panel regression analysis, and the Hausman test for specification was performed. The results revealed that health and safety initiatives had a significant beneficial impact on the financial performance of Nigeria’s listed oil and gas companies {Adj R2=; F{df)=, p= 0.0000) According to the findings of -1.8643589 of EVE regression study, investments in CSR have a small, negative effect on the financial performance of publicly listed oil and gas companies in Nigeria. The prob. Value of 0.0018623, 0.0000000 and 0.5975882 indicated that both employee expenditures and health and safety significantly affected the financial performance of oil and gas companies in Nigeria. The research concluded that corporate social responsibility (CSR) had a significant impact on the financial performance of oil and gas companies listed on Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) and thus listed oil and gas companies in Nigeria would benefit financially from increased social responsibility measures if they are well implemented [In stating for the hypotheses, you will give the following statistics results: Adj R2, F statistics with the degree of freedom (df), and p-value as stated above} The study Concluded that CSR has influence on financial performance of listed oil and gas companies in Nigeria. The study recommended that Nigeria should include corporate responsibility in their policy statements and back it up with a well-organized budget in order to enhance their financial performance.
La violencia no prescribe. Sobre el reclamo por la vulneración de los derechos humanos de sobrevivientes de trata y explotación sexual al Estado argentino
Authors: Longhi María Betania
Published: February 2024

Partiendo del análisis de un proyecto de reparación y reconocimiento de sobrevivientes de prostitución, explotación sexual y trata de personas en tanto víctimas de violencia institucional presentado por la Asociación de Mujeres Argentinas por los Derechos Humanos [AMADH] ante al Estado nacional argentino, se establecerán algunas razones por las cuales puede afirmarse que la doctrina internacional y los compromisos asumidos por Argentina permiten reconocer la viabilidad del reclamo. Finalmente, se ensayará una interpretación desde la concepción filosófico-política beitziana, de modo que el petitorio presentado pueda ser comprendido como una acción fundada en materia de defensa y reparación de los derechos humanos vulnerados.
Management of Educators and Education Personnel in the National Education System
Authors: Baharuddin Abdul Rasyid , Afriza Afriza , Hidayah Hikmatul
Published: February 2024

This research discusses the Management of Educators and Education Personnel in the National Education System, the importance of managing education and education personnel because one of the dominant factors that influences the quality of Indonesian National Education is the Role and Quality of Educators and Education Personnel. Therefore, this research was designed to provide an overview of the processes carried out in managing teaching and education personnel in accordance with the National Education System. The research method used in this research is library research, namely a series of activities relating to library data collection methods to obtain information data by collecting information related to the meaning, scope and process of educational policy. The data sources in this research are primary data sources and secondary data sources such as books, articles, etc. The results of the research in this article state that the management of teaching and education staff aims to utilize teaching and education staff effectively and efficiently to achieve optimal results while remaining in pleasant conditions. The components of educators and management of educational personnel are: starting with (1) employee planning, (2) human resources, (3) employee training and development, (4) promotion and transfer, (5) employee dismissal, (6) compensation and ( 7) provide assessments to employees or teaching and educational staff.
Efforts to Improve the Ability to Read Aloud Using Picture Story Media in Indonesian Language Subjects at SD Negeri 095 North Bengkulu
Authors: Yunitasari Alifya , Kusumastuti Miyarsih , Pulungan Nora Alisa
Published: February 2024

Indonesian students' reading skills at SD Negeri 095 North Bengkulu Province will be improved through the use of picture story media. Located in Bengkulu. Classroom action research which includes two cycles is the core of this research. Ten second grade students at SD Negeri 095 North Bengkulu Province, Bengkulu, took part in the research in the 2023–2024 school year. This research data comes from a combination of tests, observations and documentation. We used descriptive statistics to average the quantitative data and data from observation notes to assess the qualitative data. Based on the research results, a reading aloud method using picture story media has been developed for class II students at SD Negeri 095, North Bengkulu Province. Bengkulu academic year 2023–2024. Students' ability to read aloud increases due to exposure to interesting visual story media. Student learning outcomes in the pre-cycle show this; Their average was 64.1, but by the end of the first cycle, they had improved to 66.6. Meanwhile, the average score in cycle II was 78.3, an increase from cycle I. Completed 20%, 40% and 80% of the pre-cycle, cycle I and cycle II respectively.
Action wächst zweistellig
Authors: Schulz Hans-Jürgen
Published: February 2024

Der Nonfood-Discounter Action konnte auch im Jahr 2023 sein hohes Wachstumstempo der Vorjahre halten. Der Händler baute den Umsatz um mehr als 2 Mrd. Euro auf über 11 Mrd. Euro aus.
Erasco fordert Nachschlag
Authors: Sachsenröder Delphine
Published: February 2024

Erasco sieht sich mit dem Rücken zur Wand. Dem Marktführer fehlt nach eigenen Angaben das notwendige Geld, um die Kategorie voranzubringen. Passende Ideen gibt es dagegen schon.
Happybrush baut Distribution in Drogerien aus
Authors: Brändlein Philip
Published: February 2024

Happybrush sucht sich weitere Standbeine für den Verkauf seiner elektrischen Zahnbürsten. Das Startup kündigt nach der Listung bei Rossmann zusätzliche Partnerschaften an.
Hohe Anforderungen an die Beiztechnik
Authors: Hackländer Jens
Published: February 2024

Elmshorn. Der Wegfall vieler Wirkstoffe und somit der Mittel für die Saatgutbehandlung bereitet in der Branche große Probleme. Trotzdem geht es auch in diesem Bereich immer weiter. Alternativen für einen bestmöglichen Schutz des teuer gezüchteten und produzierten Saatguts sowie der Keimlinge stehen mehr denn je hoch im Kurs.
Competition analysis of automobiles and light commercial segment between 1990 and 2014
Authors: Medeiros Daniel Santana
Published: February 2024

This paper reviews the concept of market structure in oligopoly and concentration indicators CR(4) and HH, and verifies the changes in the concentration and competition of the automotive and light commercial market between 1990 and 2014. In 1990, the CR(4) that represents the participation of the four largest firms that was 98.8% becomes 95.1% at the end of 1996, and the HH index that varies between 1/n and 1, being 1 monopoly situation dominated by a company and without competition and 1/n varying the competition as more companies enter the sector, it goes from 0.2951 in 90 to 0.2756 in 96, pointing out the sector as concentrated and competitive, characteristic of oligopoly. These indicators continue to change in the following years and in 2014 the CR(4) is 64.9% and the HH index measures 0.1700, showing that the sector is less concentrated and more competitive. The review addresses the market characteristics in the oligopoly whether or not it´s concentrated and competitive in Brazil from 1990 to 2014 divided into two periods, the first from 90 to 96 and the second from 97 to 2014. The characteristic of the car and light commercial market in the first period indicates for a sector with the characteristic of a very concentrated and competitive oligopoly. For the second period analyzed, a much less concentrated and more competitive sector.
The Effects of Demographic Factors on Professional Career Success: An Investigation of Higher Education Staff in South Africa
Authors: Ndjama Danielle , Van der Westhuizen Johan
Published: February 2024

Professional career success has received great attention in the organisational management literature since the 1980s as organisations strive to attract and retain top talent, understanding the factors that contribute to career success has become imperative. Since it is an important topic for individuals, organisations and researchers, there have been efforts to comprehend the organisational elements and people-related factors that contribute to employees' professional career success. Located within the career development theory, this study aims to understand the sociodemographic aspects of academics that contribute to favourable perceptions of professional career success. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire on 253 male and female academics and the data were analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics, namely the Mann-Whitney and Kruskal-Wallis tests. The results of the empirical survey revealed that there were practical significant differences among academics concerning their job classification, professional experience, and their perceptions of their career as successful. Nonetheless, the findings reported no statistically significant differences among gender and age of academics and their perception of successful professional careers. Additionally, the results showed that job classification and professional experience of academics were significant predictors of professional career success since individuals with higher job classifications often have more autonomy and decision-making power within their organisations and departments. Individuals with more professional experience may have a better understanding of their industry and are required to comply with its requirements. These findings may enrich career success theories and offer developmental recommendations to support academics’ professional career success in higher education institutions in South Africa.
Projetos didáticos
Authors: Aparício Ana Lúcia Repuca
Published: February 2024

To use didactic projects as an instrument for the construction of knowledge in the educational process is to provide opportunities for the construction of knowledge, is too free and show knowledge saved to be means for solving problems that reach the educational process. It is also one of the strategies for the educator and the school to mobilize around a great movement that aims at the transformation of the school educational process. To work with didactic projects is to work in a diff erentiated way, to leave a monotonous pedagogy and to move towards basic principles of the quality educational process. It is a new pedagogical and methodological organization to work in schools, involving diversifi ed knowledge to raise the self-esteem of both educator and student. We must allow ourselves to be carried away by transformations, so that there may be changes in the way we work in the classroom. We cannot stand still in the face of school problems, we must learn to learn, but for this it is necessary that we, educators of the 21st century can fi rst learn to know, learn to do learn to live together, learn to live with others and learn to be. Didactic projects can awaken in the student and educator a new way of teaching and learning. It is considered as one of the teaching and learning support tools, because the teacher must feel when there is a need to change to satisfy himself and should not forget that with this teaching strategy certainly the education that is charged to us so much to be of quality, can be analyzed more effi ciently. We know that working with didactic projects is like a challenge for the advancement in the organization of pedagogical work and for this to happen we must be united for the realization and realization of knowledge oriented, fundamentally, by our wills to want to do and happen. Therefore, in this process of refl ection, it is up to the school institution to train critical and participatory citizens, with awareness and clarity in the educational process of their learning.
MODIFICAÇÕES NA LEI DE LICITAÇÕES Nº 14.133/21
Authors: Santos Edirlan Almeida , Meira Rodrigo Santos
Published: February 2024

The present research deals with the new Bidding Law nº 14.133/2021, having as a research problem, the following question: did the new bidding law bring advances or setbacks? The Public Administration must always prioritize the service of collective interest and, by law, must manage public funds in an effi cient, clear, and transparent manner. Knowing that the misuse of its resources can lead to penalties, provided for by law. In this way, the principles that govern Public Administration must be strictly observed, in the provisions of Law No. regarding the bidding process. Therefore, the objective of the present research is to analyze the new bidding law, nº 14.133/2021, and to question whether it presents advances or setbacks for the Brazilian legal system, given that its validity will be completely in a little less than one year. For this, bibliographic research was used, classifi ed as descriptive and explanatory, as well as a qualitative method. It was evident that the objective of a clear and concise public tender was to allow the process of contracting works, services, purchases, and assignments to be conducted in a democratic and fair manner throughout the entire process. This helps the State to apply and allocate public resources in the most benefi cial way possible for the public administration.
Segurança pública
Authors: Batista Roberto Ramos Garcia
Published: February 2024

This article is a bibliographic research that has as its theme Public Security and Citizenship. The general objective of this study is to point out the role of the criminal police in maintaining citizenship in Brazil. The specifi c objectives are: to characterize public security in Brazil; discuss the complex relationship that encompasses the protection of nonincarcerated citizens and at the same time involves humane treatment of the prisoner; present the criminal police as an important element for the resocialization of the prisoner. The criminal police offi cer carries out a task linked to democratic practices, presenting a citizenship relationship in the face of the challenges of the resocialization of the individual. The activities carried out by the criminal police are measures to ensure the protection of the prisoner from the execution of the sentence in a humanized way, but they also represent the State exercising the protection of civil society. The right to public security is a state duty that must guarantee public order, maintain democracy in the country and protect the citizen.
O assédio moral/sexual enfrentado pela policial feminina frente aos avanços da mulher no mercado de trabalho
Authors: Oliveira Mariana Carolina Santana de , Santana Júnior José Elias Seibert
Published: February 2024

It presents the theme of moral/sexual harassment experienced by female police offi cers, opposing the issue during the growing female presence in the job market. In order to delimit the context of the study, the following general objective was observed: to dialogue about the position of women in the service of the civil and military police, establishing a comparative parameter between the advances of women in the labor market and the moral harassment suff ered by police offi cers. female. And, along with the general objective, the following specifi c objectives: to present the context of women’s advancement in the labor market; describe the parameters of military service for women in the police and; understand the scenarios of moral harassment towards female police offi cers. The research methodology comprised the guidelines of bibliographic research and the analytical parameters of qualitative research. Regarding the results, it was observed that the scientifi c literature on the subject is still under construction, however, it is possible to identify contexts in which the fi gure of women in the face of abuses committed within and outside the armed forces has been a matter of discussion in diff erent contexts, including the proposal of changes in terms of punitive mechanisms for aggressors.