bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Amazonian dark earths in the fertile floodplains of the Amazon River, Brazil: an example of non-intentional formation of anthropic soils in the Central Amazon region
Authors: Macedo Rodrigo Santana , Teixeira Wenceslau Geraldes , Lima Hedinaldo Narciso , Souza Adriana Costa Gil de , Silva Francisco Weliton Rocha , Encinas Omar Cubas , Neves Eduardo Góes
Published: May 2019

ABSTRACT Amazonian dark earths (ADEs) are fertile soils created by pre-Columbian Amerindian societies of the Amazon Basin. However, it is still not clear whether these soils were produced intentionally to improve infertile Amazonian upland soils or if they resulted from the accumulation of organic matter from sedentary settlements. This study characterizes the ADEs found in the naturally fertile alluvial floodplains of the Amazon River in the Central Brazilian Amazon according to total, exchangeable, and available contents of elements and organic carbon in soil profiles. ADEs contained higher levels of available elements and total P, Ca, Zn, and Cu. High total Cr, Ni, Co, and V content in these soils indicate that mafic minerals contributed to their composition, while higher contents of P, Zn, Ba, and Sr indicate anthropic enrichment. The presence of ADEs in floodplain areas strongly indicates non-intentional anthropic fertilization of the alluvial soils, which naturally contain levels of P, Ca, Zn, and Cu higher than those needed to cultivate common plants. The presence of archaeological sites in the floodplains also shows that pre-Columbian populations lived in these regions as well as on bluffs above the Amazon River.
Quarenta anos de Escola Francesa da Regulação: entre o marxismo e o institucionalismo histórico
Authors: Mello Filho Marcelo Soares Bandeira de
Published: May 2019

Resumo A escola francesa da regulação se originou em meados da década de 1970, tendo como objetivo principal desenvolver e atualizar a análise de Marx do modo de produção capitalista para compreender as transformações econômicas do século XX. Essa é a origem dos conceitos de regime de acumulação, modo de regulação, formas institucionais e fordismo. A partir da década de 1980, a abordagem tornou-se menos próxima do marxismo e mais preocupada em elaborar uma economia histórica e institucional. As décadas de 1980 e 1990 foram vistas como um período de continuidade da crise do fordismo. Foi somente a partir do ano 2000 que os autores regulacionistas vislumbraram a possibilidade de existência de um regime de acumulação liderado pelas finanças, que teria entrado em crise em 2008. A dificuldade de compreender o capitalismo posterior ao fordismo está associada a uma visão teórica inadequada acerca das características básicas do modo de produção.
A economia monetária de Cantillon e o debate moderno entre ortodoxia e heterodoxia
Authors: Carvalho André Roncaglia de , Borges Neto João Machado
Published: May 2019

Resumo O artigo retoma a contribuição de Richard Cantillon à ciência econômica no século XVIII. Apesar de distante no tempo, o arcabouço analítico do autor proporciona reflexões importantes acerca dos fenômenos monetários contemporâneos. Um dos elementos mais significativos é a consideração do ponto de injeção da moeda na economia, permitindo uma compreensão minimamente adequada da relação entre os chamados lados monetário e real da economia. Cantillon já fazia, portanto, uma crítica ao postulado quantitativista, o qual estabelecia uma relação de proporcionalidade entre moeda e preços. Como consequência de sua análise, fica claro que o aumento da quantidade de moeda gera efeitos reais duradouros na economia.
Matriz de Competitividade e o papel dos mercados emergentes nas exportações argentinas e brasileiras
Authors: Fernández Virginia Laura , Curado Marcelo Luiz
Published: May 2019

Resumo O objetivo deste trabalho é analisar a evolução da estrutura de exportações da Argentina e do Brasil entre 1985 e 2010 a partir da matriz de competitividade desenvolvida originalmente por Fajnzylber e Mandeng. Especificamente, pretende-se analisar a relação existente entre o formato da matriz de competitividade e a evolução dos mercados de destino das exportações brasileiras e argentinas analisados (OCDE, Mercosul, Ásia em Desenvolvimento e MUNDO). Os resultados confirmam que os mercados dos países emergentes favorecem as exportações mais dinâmicas e competitivas da Argentina e do Brasil. Entretanto, enquanto as exportações argentinas e brasileiras ao Mercosul estão compostas por manufaturas mais sofisticadas, as exportações aos países em desenvolvimento da Ásia são quase em sua totalidade de recursos naturais e commodities.
Inter-relações entre a dívida pública e política monetária no Brasil: uma análise histórica
Authors: Brito Elohá Cabreira , Araújo Eliane Cristina de , Araujo Elisangela Luzia
Published: May 2019

Resumo O presente artigo tem como objetivo discutir a conexão existente entre a política monetária e a dívida pública no Brasil, destacando as implicações daí decorrentes. Para isso, parte de uma retomada histórica do surgimento do mercado de títulos da dívida pública e das instituições responsáveis por seu gerenciamento. Posteriormente, são discutidos os dados relativos às variáveis ligadas à política monetária e à dívida pública entre 1999 a 2016. A partir da referida análise, observou-se a existência de uma conexão problemática entre duas políticas - monetária e fiscal - dada pela taxa Selic que é, ao mesmo tempo, instrumento de controle da inflação e taxa que remunera parcela expressiva da dívida pública. O trabalho conclui que esta vinculação reduz a eficácia das referidas políticas, requerendo ações como desvinculação da política monetária e da dívida pública, elevação do prazo e duração da dívida, mudança da sua composição e, particularmente, redução da taxa Selic.
Ciclos financeiros e o comportamento do crédito no Brasil nos anos 2000
Authors: Cunha André Moreira , Lélis Marcos Tadeu Caputi , Silva Pedro Perfeito da , Lopes Lucas Ulguim
Published: May 2019

Resumo O presente estudo tem por objetivo principal identificar o padrão de atuação dos bancos públicos brasileiros no contexto da crise financeira global. Busca-se verificar se o crédito público se comportou de forma diferente com respeito ao crédito privado, particularmente depois de 2008. Procura-se contribuir com a literatura prévia por meio da estimação de modelos MS-DR e VEC. Os resultados apresentados dão sustentação à hipótese de que o crédito público atuou de forma contra-cíclica, enquanto os empréstimos originados em instituições privadas apresentaram um comportamento pró-cíclico.
Construções de Sentido sobre a Diversidade Sexual: Outro Olhar para a Educação Infantil
Authors: Ciribelli Carlos José de Moura , Rasera Emerson Fernando
Published: May 2019

Resumo A partir de uma perspectiva social, o conceito de sexualidade deixa de fazer referência à biologia dos corpos para se referir a processos históricos de construção da identidade. As diversas formas de vivência da sexualidade são significadas a partir dos contextos e instituições sociais. A escola é uma das instituições que promove a manutenção dos preconceitos relativos à diversidade sexual, bem como possui a potencialidade para quebrar tais preconceitos. Esse trabalho teve o objetivo de compreender como ocorrem as construções de sentido sobre a diversidade sexual no contexto da educação infantil, dividindo-se em duas etapas: a primeira realizou observações participantes nas turmas de educação infantil de uma escola da cidade de Uberlândia; e a segunda realizou rodas de conversa com as educadoras da mesma escola. Como resultados, o trabalho identificou os processos de testagem e exploração, enquanto movimentos das crianças em relação a diversidade sexual; as diferenças de sentido entre adulto e criança dadas às experiências da educação infantil; e a construção refinada do gênero, que ressalta o processo de construção da sexualidade normatizada. Por fim, conclui-se que a escola participa dos processos de aprendizagem da sexualidade, assim como pode contribuir para criar novas significações sobre a diversidade sexual, dado que ocupa um lugar privilegiado nas construções sociais.
Elaboração e validação de checklist para administração de medicamentos para pacientes em protocolos de pesquisa
Authors: Cardoso Adriana Serdotte Freitas , Muller Suzana , Echer Isabel Cristina , Rabelo-Silva Eneida Rejane , Boni Fernanda Guarilha , Ribeiro Adriana Souza
Published: May 2019

Resumo OBJETIVO Descrever a elaboração e validação de um checklist como estratégia de administração segura de medicamentos. MÉTODO Estudo de validação por consenso de especialistas conduzido de janeiro a junho de 2018 em um Centro de Pesquisa Clínica de um hospital universitário. O checklist foi validado por três enfermeiros assistenciais, dois técnicos de enfermagem, um farmacêutico, dois enfermeiros professores e um médico professor, todos com ampla experiência na administração de medicamentos e em pesquisa clínica. Para a lista final foi considerado consenso de 100% entre os especialistas. RESULTADOS Elaborou-se um guia composto por seis itens a serem checados pela equipe assistencial antes, durante e após a administração de medicamentos de Pesquisa Clínica. CONCLUSÃO A validação do checklist forneceu elementos norteadores para a prevenção de comportamentos que podem levar ao risco de eventos adversos e também permitiu que as equipes assistenciais buscassem estratégias seguras de cuidado na administração de medicamentos.
Cura Gay? Debates parlamentares sobre a (des)patologização da homossexualidade
Authors: Gama Maria Clara Brito da
Published: May 2019

Resumo O artigo investigou debates parlamentares na Câmara Federal brasileira sobre a permissibilidade de psicólogos oferecerem tratamento de conversão à heterossexualidade para homossexuais entre 2009 e 2013. A metodologia consistiu na análise dos discursos dos deputados. Entre os apoiadores destas terapias se destacaram parlamentares evangélicos, que manifestaram concepções negativas sobre a homossexualidade. Entre os que se opuseram a estas terapias se destacaram parlamentares feministas e representantes dos movimentos LGBTs (Lésbicas, Gays, Bissexuais, Travestis, Transexuais e Transgêneros), que manifestaram concepções positivas sobre a homossexualidade, relacionando-a à diversidade sexual humana. A proibição destes tratamentos foi mantida, assegurando-se a defesa dos direitos humanos e a autonomia do Conselho Federal de Psicologia.
New records for the bryophyte flora of the Brazilian Amazon
Authors: Sierra Adriel M. , Pereira Marta R. , Zartman Charles E.
Published: May 2019

Abstract Results from recent botanical excursions in northern Brazil include 38 new state and country records. In summary, seven (five liverworts and two mosses) taxa are newly confirmed for Brazil, 18 (10 liverworts and eight mosses) new to Amazonas state and 20 (16 liverworts and four mosses) new to Roraima state.
Medication consumption in a Brazilian area covered by the Family Health Strategy: Prevalence and associated factors
Authors: Goulart Letícia Silveira , Dourado Ingrid Jordana Ribeiro , Marcondes Alyna Araújo e , Marques Aline , Faria Franciane Rocha de , Santos Débora Aparecida da Silva
Published: May 2019

Abstract Objective: The aim of the present study was to determine the prevalence and factors associated with the medication consumption among users registered in the Family Health Strategy (FHS) of Rondonópolis, Mato Grosso State, Brazil. Method: The population was constituted of all adult residents in the area covered by the FHS. The Poisson regression model with robust variance was used to the statistical analysis. Results: There were included 553 participants, of which 72% were women. The mean age was 48 years. The prevalence of medication consumption was about 74.9% (n = 414). The most consumed class medication was drugs that act on the cardiovascular system (42.2%). The factors associated with medication consumption were female gender (PR = 1.21; CI95%: 1.07 - 1.38), diagnosed morbidity (PR = 1.83; CI95%: 1.61 - 2.08) and be bedridden in the last month (PR = 1.14; 95% CI95%: 1.02 - 1.26). Moreover, 72.7% of the interviewees obtained the medicines in public pharmacies. Conclusion and implications for practice: Women, people diagnosed with morbidities and those participants who were bedridden during the last month showed the highest levels of drug consumption. Nursing professionals in promoting the rational use of medications can contribute to integral care to FHS users.
Complementary and integrative therapies in the scope of nursing: legal aspects and academic-assistance panorama
Authors: Azevedo Cissa , Moura Caroline de Castro , Corrêa Hérica Pinheiro , Mata Luciana Regina Ferreira da , Chaves Érika de Cássia Lopes , Chianca Tânia Couto Machado
Published: May 2019

ABSTRACT Objective: to carry out a documentary study on the legal aspects that support the nurses' performance in the Integrative and Complementary Practices (PIC) and to discuss the panorama of teaching, research, extension and nursing activities in front of PICs. Method: documentary study, whose units of analysis were normative, guidelines, recommendations and clarification notes (n = 17). The data were organized into two categories: "Legal aspects of nurses' performance in ICP and acupuncture" and "Overview of the use of ICPs by nursing in the areas of teaching, research, extension and assistance activities". Results: nurses stand out in the implementation of PIC since the principles of training are congruent to the paradigms of this science, besides having legal support for acting in public and private services in Brazil. There is an incipient movement of nurses working in research and extension in universities, which contributes to the diffusion of knowledge and application of therapies in the community. Conclusion: the institutionalization of PICs in the Unified Health System has increased access and contributed to the provision of comprehensive and multidisciplinary health services. Implications for practice: with ICPs, nurses have achieved autonomy and the possibility of expanding their performance, aiming at a better quality of care.
Discurso de ódio em redes sociais e reconhecimento do outro: o caso M.
Authors: Martins Anna Clara Lehmann
Published: May 2019

Resumo Este trabalho analisa a sentença de primeira instância relativa ao caso M., de estudante universitária paulista que, em fins de 2010, publicou discurso de ódio contra nordestinos por meio da rede social Twitter. Com a análise, pretende-se identificar quais modalidades de reconhecimento do outro encontram-se presentes na resposta jurisdicional e como foram desenvolvidas pela julgadora; ainda, busca-se verificar, na sentença, a presença de elementos diferenciais a endereçar especificamente a circunstância de tratar-se de caso de discurso de ódio veiculado pela internet. Valendo-se do método procedimental de estudo de caso, elegem-se por marco teórico os escritos de Axel Honneth relativos à teoria do reconhecimento, sendo adotadas técnicas de pesquisa documental e bibliográfica. Ao final do estudo, conclui-se que, a despeito de suas fragilidades, a sentença do caso M. constitui importante marco responsivo ao discurso de ódio em redes sociais, em âmbito jurídico e solidário, dirigindo-se tanto às partes envolvidas (M. e os nordestinos) quanto à sociedade, e atenta às peculiaridades das novas mídias.
Acidentes de trabalho fatais em Palmas, Tocantins, Brasil: oportunidades perdidas de informação
Authors: Rodrigues Alana Barbosa , Santana Vilma Sousa
Published: May 2019

Resumo Objetivo: estimar o sub-registro de acidentes de trabalho fatais (ATF) nos sistemas de informação do Ministério da Saúde, Secretaria Estadual de Segurança Pública (SSP), Ministério do Trabalho e Secretaria da Previdência Social, de 2007 a 2015, em Palmas, Tocantins. Métodos: para identificação dos casos de ATF, as fontes de dados foram o Sistema de Informação sobre Mortalidade (SIM), o Sistema de Informações Hospitalares do Sistema Único de Saúde (SIH-SUS), o Sistema de Informações de Agravos de Notificação (SINAN), a Relação Anual de Informações Sociais (RAIS), o Sistema de Informação de Comunicação de Acidentes de Trabalho (SISCAT), os boletins de ocorrência (BO), Guias de Encaminhamento Cadavérico (GEC) e Laudo de Exame Cadavérico (LEC). Para calcular a subnotificação de cada sistema, uma base de dados única foi criada com os registros de todas as fontes, eliminando-se repetições. Resultados: foram identificados 114 casos. Os sub-registros encontrados foram: SIM, 28,9%; SINAN, 44,7%; SSP, 55,3%; RAIS, 73,1%; SISCAT, 65,4%, para trabalhadores segurados. Conclusão: o melhor desempenho de registro é o do SIM. Observou-se extenso sub-registro em todas as demais fontes. Registros de mortalidade por ATF são subestimados. Ações de melhoria dos registros, especialmente no SIH-SUS, RAIS, SISCAT, SSP, seguidos pelo SINAN e SIM, são necessárias.
Space-Temporal analysis of suspended sediment in low concentration reservoir by remote sensing
Authors: Chelotti Giancarlo Brugnara , Martinez Jean Michel , Roig Henrique Llacer , Olivietti Diogo
Published: May 2019

ABSTRACT The study of small reservoirs with low suspended sediment concentration (CSS) is still a challenge for remote sensing. In this work we estimate CSS from the optical properties of water and orbital imagery. Campaigns were carried out at selected dates according to the calendar of sensor passages, rainfall seasonality and hydrograph of the reservoir for the collection of surface water samples and field spectroradiometry. The calibration between CSS and spectral behavior generated CSS estimation models from MODIS and Landsat 8 data, allowing investigation of their temporal and spatial behavior. The MODIS model generated a time series of CSS from 2000 to 2017, presenting R2 = 0.8105 and RMSE% = 39.91%. The Landsat 8 model allowed the spatial analysis of CSS, with R2 = 0.8352 and RMSE% = 15.12%. The combination of the proposed models allowed the temporal and spatial analysis of the CSS and its relationships with the rainfall regime and the quota variation of the Descoberto reservoir (DF). The results showed that the use of orbital data complements the CSS information obtained by the traditional methods of collecting and analyzing water quality in low CSS reservoirs.
O RIO DA PRATA, A INDEPENDÊNCIA E A ABOLIÇÃO: PERSPECTIVAS DE LIBERDADE DOS ESCRAVOS NO ALÉM-FRONTEIRA
Authors: Acruche Hevelly Ferreira
Published: May 2019

Resumo o presente artigo tem por objetivo analisar as possibilidades de liberdade de escravos oriundos de terras do Brasil para as colônias espanholas no contexto das lutas pela independência política ocorridas a partir de 1810. Procuramos dar um panorama da política nesse período e apresentar algumas trajetórias negras no decorrer destas lutas, sobretudo após a publicação da lei de 1813 e do decreto que permitia aos escravos vindos de terras estrangeiras a aquisição da liberdade.
“A ESCRAVIDÃO ESTÁ CONDENADA PELA RELIGIÃO”: CATÓLICOS E PRESBITERIANOS NO CONTEXTO DA ABOLIÇÃO (MINAS GERAIS, 1886-1888)
Authors: Custodio Sobrinho Juliano
Published: May 2019

Resumo As mais recentes pesquisas sobre a abolição vêm apontando um processo multifacetado e complexo, que não pode ser entendido apenas pelo simbólico Treze de Maio de 1888. Tais estudos consideram a participação de diferentes agentes que, à sua maneira, produziram distintas e inúmeras ações de ativismo contra o cativeiro. Partindo de uma problematização sobre o discurso religioso e os ideais abolicionistas, este artigo analisa a presença de católicos e presbiterianos em Minas Gerais, entre 1886 a 1888, período em que as movimentações sociais ficam mais agitadas e decisivas. Por meio da documentação de polícia e dos jornais, foi possível analisar a participação do clero católico e de presbiterianos numa trama de disputas políticas, interesses pessoais e ideias abolicionistas. Somada a tantas outras manifestações populares, produzidas por escravizados e libertos na região, essa atuação minou, pouco a pouco, os pilares da escravidão.
O TRABALHO ESCRAVO CONTEMPORÂNEO: CONCEITO E ENFRENTAMENTO À LUZ DO TRABALHO JURÍDICO E PASTORAL DO FREI HENRI BURIN DES ROZIERS
Authors: Silva Moisés Pereira
Published: May 2019

Resumo A denúncia de trabalho escravo na Amazônia, publicada por Pedro Casaldáliga (1970; 1971), embora caracterizasse o crime e orientasse a ação dos agentes pastorais, esbarrou nos limites da legislação brasileira. O propósito deste texto é demonstrar como o trabalho jurídico-pastoral de Henri Burin des Roziers, somado a outros sujeitos e instituições, contribuiu para a reconfiguração do conceito de trabalho escravo, o que repercutiu no campo jurídico e foi fundamental para o desenvolvimento e o aprimoramento de políticas públicas de enfrentamento à exploração dos trabalhadores do campo.
QUE LIBERDADE? UMA ANÁLISE DA CRIMINALIZAÇÃO DAS SERVIDORAS DOMÉSTICAS CARIOCAS (1880-1930)
Authors: Peçanha Natália Batista
Published: May 2019

Resumo O presente artigo propõe uma discussão que articula diversas áreas dos saberes historiográficos: a história do crime, dos mundos do trabalho, e do gênero. Ao propor tal tarefa, pretendemos analisar o processo de criminalização do serviço doméstico, sobretudo de suas trabalhadoras, pensando em uma perspectiva interseccional, ao analisar como raça, classe e gênero foram decisivos para a consolidação de estigmas disseminados pela imprensa carioca de fins do século XIX e princípios do XX.
Abiotic parameters and planktonic community of an earthen fish pond with continuous water flow
Authors: Sipaúba-Tavares Lúcia Helena , Millan Rodrigo Ney , Capitano Érica Camargo Oliveira , Scardoelli-Truzzi Bruno
Published: May 2019

Abstract Aim Limnological conditions, phytoplankton and zooplankton communities in a fishpond highly affected by management during the dry and rainy seasons are investigated. Methods Water samples were analyzed for physicochemical parameters; soil samples were analyzed for macro- and micro-nutrients, phytoplankton and zooplankton communities, at four sites, during eight months in the rainy and dry seasons. Distance-based linear model (DISTLM) was applied with Akaike Information Criterion (AIC), where the influence of environmental variables in the variation of phytoplankton and zooplankton composition could be assessed and the best model could be selected. Results The multiparameter test revealed that variables pH, TSS and TP better explain the composition of the biotic community (AICc = 45.6; R2 = 0.80). Chlorophyceae was the dominant group with 32 taxa, or rather, 75-85% of total phytoplankton, with high density at 2,365-4,180 ind.L-1 during the sampling period. Rotifera was the most abundant group in the zooplankton community during the two seasons, except at IW2 during the dry season, when Copepoda had a higher density, namely, 52% of total zooplankton community at this site. Conclusions The contribution of allochthonous material to the fishpond during the two seasons mainly consists of macro- and micro-nutrients and thermotolerant coliforms that influenced the plankton community and enhanced high Cyanobacteria density in the rainy season. Plankton community in the studied pond was characteristic of small water bodies. Management protocol in places with continuous water flow according to the region may be an important tool to optimize and to avoid risks in fish production.
Green ion-exchange bisfuranic polyamides by polycondensation with bio-based diamines
Authors: Ali Dalia K , Al-Zuheiri Aya M , Sweileh Bassam A
Published: May 2019

A monomer fully based on renewable materials was prepared from methyl 2-furoate and levulinic acid by condensation reaction under acidic conditions. The monomer is used for the synthesis of ion-exchange polyamides based on a new family of bisfuranic diesters. Polyamides prepared using typical melt polycondensation have provided a relatively simple and reliable way of preparing linear furanic polycondensates bearing regular structures with high yield. The ion-exchange polyamides were characterized by Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy and elemental analysis. The thermal behavior of the polymers was studied by differential scanning calorimetry and thermogravimetric analysis. The ion-exchange capacity was determined by direct titration of the dry polymer.
Effective Boards of Directors: A New Approach
Authors: Belikov Igor
Published: May 2019

The goal of this study is essentially twofold. First, it seeks to improve the efficiency of management in Russian companiesthrough a revitalisation of perspectives on the makeup and activity of boards of directors. Second, it seeks to develop amotivation among controlling shareholders to strengthen the actual role of such boards in managing companies. Thiscombined approach is intended to be applicable to both public and private companies.The objective of this study is to search for ways to refocus on standard recommendations for international best practiceregarding the work of boards of directors. These recommendations should consider best practices in terms of generalcompany control and supervision, the in-depth study of key business processes, management innovations, technologies,and tools to promote new management approaches. A feature of this investigation will be the identification of ideas toensure the best paths towards overcoming psychological barriers that impede the adoption of innovative and novel ideasby management.This article provides a comparative analysis of the classic Anglo-US model of corporate governance (which features therole of boards of directors as the body exercising control and supervision over the company’s activities and its management), with the Russian model. The Russian model is characterised by a structure which nominally replicates thepractice of developed countries, whereby the real power rests with the controlling shareholders and management, withthe boards playing a secondary role by approving the plans of the company activities and their results.Given this situation, the boards of directors of Russian companies should prove their capability to contribute to thecreation of economic value. Examples of essential management areas in which boards of directors should implement thefunction of management development are: strategic planning, creating and improving competitiveness, building up anddeveloping the company’s human capital, risk management, and internal control. This article suggests efficient practicesand tools which can be used by a board of directors for management development.
Financial Strategy considering Sustainable Growth: evidence from China and Russia gas market companies
Authors: Steblyanskaya Alina , Wang Zhen , Ryabova Elena , Razmanova Svetlana , Rybachuk Maxim
Published: May 2019

Over the past ten years have seen ambiguous situation concerning China and Russia gas companies. On the one hand, companies’ reports show conservative policies and sustainable growth in the coming years, on the other hand, companies’ financial performance suggest another situation because of insufficient level of financial indexes that reflects the inconsistency of existing sustainable growth approaches. These indicates relevance of the research concerning China and Russia gas market companies’ financial sustainable growth in conditions of global economy and investment policy implementation. The main purpose of the Research is to analyze China and Russia gas market companies’ financial growth strategy by means of Geniberg Z – matrix as well as enhanced Financial Sustainability Indicators System indexes by identifying which indicators have a greater influence on Sustainable Growth Rate. It is found that ROCE, ROFA, CR, DOL, ROL influence on Russian gas market companies’ SGR, and ROCE, WACC, ROL, CG Dummy influence on Chinese gas market companies sustainable growth.
Effects of Liquid Smoke Concentrations on The Characteristics of Smoked Cuttelfish
Authors: Widiastuti Indah , Herpandi Herpandi , Ridho Muhammad , Arrahmi Nafa Ya’la
Published: May 2019

Cuttlefish is a seasonal and highly perishable fishery commodity. Accordingly, processing is needed to increase the shelf life of the cuttlefish. Fish smoking using liquid smoke has been widely used for processing. This study was aimed to determine the effect of liquid smoke concentration on the quality of smoked cuttlefish product. Four liquid smoke concentrations (0%, 6%, 12%, and 18%) were compared and the product quality was evaluated based on the chemical properties and sensory evaluation. The results showed that liquid smoke significantly affected the moisture and phenol content but the ash, protein, lipid and cholesterol content were not different. The different in liquid smoke concentration also did not significantly affect the sensory properties of the smoked cuttlefish. The chemical analysis revealed the polyunsaturated fatty acids were dominant in the smoked cuttlefish as compared to the monounsaturated fatty acids and the saturated fatty acids (34.4% vs 22.7% vs, 27.0%, respectively)
La Salud Mental, un verdadero problema de salud pública
Authors: Cuellar Rivas Lina Ximena
Published: May 2019

La OMS define la salud Mental como “un estado de bienestar en el cual el individuo es consciente de sus propias capacidades y puede afrontar las tensiones normales de la vida, puede trabajar de forma productiva y fructífera y es capaz de hacer una contribución a su comunidad”.

Dentro de los determinantes de la salud mental además de las características individuales como la capacidad para gestionar nuestros pensamientos, emociones e interacciones con los demás, están los factores: sociales, culturales, económicos, políticos y ambientales en las cuales se incluyen el contexto político como las políticas nacionales, la protección social, el nivel de vida, las condiciones laborales y las redes de apoyo comunitarias.

Dentro de los factores asociados con problemas en salud mental están: la pobreza, enfermedades crónicas, maltrato o abandono en especial en población infantil, abuso de sustancias en especial en la adolescencia, población adulta mayor, grupos minoritarios como: indígenas, sometidos a discriminaciones y violaciones de derechos, población LGTBI, prisioneros o expuestos a conflictos armados o desastres naturales u otras emergencias humanitarias1.

En los países de ingresos bajos y medios, entre un 76% y un 85% de las personas con trastornos mentales graves no reciben tratamiento; en los países de ingresos elevados oscila entre un 35% y un 50%1.

 

En Colombia se viene observado el incremento de los problemas y trastornos mentales y del comportamiento y la epilepsia, los años de vida potencialmente perdidos por el suicidio, la prevalencia de consumo de alcohol y otras sustancias psicoactivas, las elevadas cifras de violencia2.
Nuevos miedos en la literatura policial de Chile y Argentina
Authors: Muniz Gabriela
Published: May 2019

El elemento fundante del miedo en la narrativa policial adquiere forma acorde a la sociedad aludida. El objeto temido es cambiante porque se refiere a un presente y puede ser identificado tanto en los tópicos narrativos como en la forma en que estos son narrados. Este artículo busca entender la relación entre el éxito editorial que tiene hoy el género policial en dos países del Cono Sur, Argentina y Chile, y los miedos específicos que estos textos sobre crimen señalan. Teniendo como marco teórico los estudios sobre el miedo y siguiendo la idea de Jacques Rancière de que toda política deriva en reflexión estética, se analiza la manera en que escritores chilenos y argentinos (Roberto Bolaño, Mario Valdivia, Josefina Licitra, Mariana Enríquez y Claudia Piñeiro) enmarcan, explican o distribuyen el mundo sensible, mostrando nuevas manifestaciones del miedo comprendido en lo que sería un “realismo capitalista”. En este caso en particular, se trata de un temor producto de la vulnerabilidad generada en un contexto neoliberal cuyo leitmotiv es el consumo y la exclusión.
La vuelta por el siglo XIX. Una historia del mundo a través de los objetos
Authors: Venayre Sylvain
Published: May 2019

La historia del mundo en el siglo XIX supone un problema: ¿por qué constituiría el siglo diecinueve un capítulo coherente? Este trabajo responde a esa cuestión partiendo de la historia de los objetos. Cada objeto ofrece un medio de entrada a la historia del mundo, a los fenómenos de circulaciones y apropiaciones. Permite ver la cronología del establecimiento de redes en el mundo en el siglo XIX, así como las consecuencias, y también los límites de esta puesta en red. Saca a la luz los procesos de dominación. Estas circulaciones de objetos no son sólo imperiales: también dan testimonio de procesos de identidad en marcha, especialmente en la escala de las naciones. En las formas de colección del yo que ilustran los objetos reunidos en el magasin del siglo XIX, la habitación y el mundo mantienen una relación homotética, porque el mundo ha venido a la habitación como un ensamblaje global de cosas importadas y almacenadas.
Synergistic Anti-Borreliae Efficacy of a Composition of Naturally-occurring Compounds: an In vitro Study
Authors: Goc Anna , Niedzwiecki Aleksandra , Rath Matthias
Published: May 2019

Background: Borrelia sp, which is a pathogenic agent of Lyme diseases in mammals, has become an increasing problem worldwide due to the emergence of persistence. In this study we investigated whether a defined composition of naturally occurring substances could display a broad and synergistic action in vitro against both active and persistent forms of Borrelia spp.Methods: A formulation of six plant-derived compounds combined at their 1/32-1/2 MIC values was tested in vitro against two species of Borrelia recognized as causative agents of Lyme disease in North America and Europe.Results: The results showed that a composition of baicalein, luteolin, rosmarinic acid, monolaurin, cis-2 decenoic acid, and iodine at their 1/8 MIC values has significant synergistic effect against the active and persisting latent forms. This composition revealed anti-oxidative properties affecting Borrelia’s membrane but not DNA. Finally, we observed its inhibitory effect on the release of IL-1α, IL-1β, and IL-6 by human CD14+ monocytes stimulated with live Borrelia sp.Conclusion: These results suggest that such a formulation of compounds might be considered and further explored for its significant pleotropic anti-Borreliae efficacy. Additional in vivo and human studies are warranted to validate this possibility.
Dialogando sobre resistências, medo e esperança
Authors: Souza Victor Neves
Published: May 2019

Texto do primeiro debater da seção debates V.11, N.01
Medical ethics and the trolley problem
Authors: Andrade Gabriel
Published: May 2019

The so-called Trolley Problem was first discussed by Philippa Foot in 1967 as a way to test moral intuitions regarding the doctrine of double effect, Kantian principles and utilitarianism. Ever since, a great number of philosophers and psychologists have come up with alternative scenarios to further test intuitions and the relevance of conventional moral doctrines. Given that physicians routinely face moral decisions regarding life and death, the Trolley Problem should be considered of great importance in medical ethics. In this article, five “classic” trolley scenarios are discussed: the driver diverting the trolley, a bystander pulling a lever to divert the trolley, a fat man being thrown from a bridge to stop the trolley, a bystander pulling a lever to divert a trolley so that a fat man may be run over, and a bystander pulling a lever so that a fat man falls off from a bridge to stop the trolley. As these scenarios are discussed, relevant moral differences amongst them are addressed, and some of the applications in medical ethics are discussed. The article concludes that Trolley scenarios are not the ultimate criterion to make ethical decisions in difficult ethical challenges in medicine cases but they do serve as an initial intuitive guide.
Overcoming the Challenges of Logistics Outsourcing in Selected Oil and Gas Companies in Rivers State
Authors: Esima Onyebueke Victoria , M. I Ifeanacho , Wordu Steve
Published: May 2019

Logistics outsourcing as a conscious business decision to move internal work or activities to an external supplier has become a means of minimizing cost, reducing internal workload and gaining core competency for organizations as well as Oil and Gas companies in recent times. In spite of the enormous advantages of logistics outsourcing as reported by previous studies such as cost reduction, effective base and warehouse management, improved safety, risk sharing, Knowledge transfer, training and development. However, research has shown that logistics outsourcing have, other times turned into a wellspring of corporate disappointment and dissatisfactions. In this work, the challenges that could lead to an unsuccessful logistics outsourcing were investigated to uncover the inherent challenges and recommend possible solutions to overcoming them. The sample size was focused on the managers and assistant managers in the selected oil and gas companies and their logistics providers. A total of 350 copies of questionnaire titled Logistics outsourcing and organizational performance questionnaire (LOOPQ) was designed and administered to elicit primary information and data from respondents who were chosen from the oil and gas companies and service providers with a 90% respondent rate. Secondary data was obtained from company records. The data for this study were analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) for both descriptive and inferential statistics.  The present study found that the failure of logistics outsourcing in the oil and gas companies can be connected to any of these challenges. The study have exposed the major challenges of logistics outsourcing in the oil and gas companies and recommended that a strategic management of logistics outsourcing which can overcome the challenges inherent in logistics outsourcing and improve organizational performance in the oil and gas industry should  include: Provision of New/Standard equipment and regular maintenance by logistics providers, Effective communication network between logistics providers and the selected oil and gas companies under study, provide motivation for members of staff, Advanced Customer/Client Relation Management, ensure good Quality Assurance and Control and effective monitoring of projects.
Strategic Management and Firm Performance
Authors: Ibraimi Dr. Sadudin
Published: May 2019

This paper discusses the relationship between business strategies of firms and their performances. In the beginning the strategic aspects of the concept are presented, then competition and performance and their linkage to strategy is discussed. This is followed by the discussion of several empirical studies on the determinants of firm financial performance. Researches confirm that firms within the same industry differ from one another, and that there seems to be an inertia associated with these differences.
Coping With Internal Politics in Organizations
Authors: Kichamu George
Published: May 2019

Every organization has its own unique share of internal politics. A utopian non-political organization is non-existent. When organizations are faced with fierce internal politics, it is a natural tendency for the affected individual(s) and group(s) to fight back or take flight. Internal politics can emerge from individual and (or) group interests. Again, internal politics can either have negative or positive effects on organizations depending on whether they enhance or stultify individuals and organizational objectives. Individual goals motivate one to move up the organization’s ladder, while organizational objectives guide entities toward the intended end. Therefore, internal politics which enhance individual and (or) organizational objectives should be promoted whilst those which curtail the same, need to be discouraged. Those in leadership in organizations need to strive to ensure that internal politics only propel the best of the best to leadership positions. Notwithstanding, playing the right internal politics card meticulously could therefore be a competitive hedge for those who want an extra-hidden push to where they want to be in organizations. Organizational objectives, however, must always act as the plumb-line to measure authenticity of internal politics in organizations. Hence, authentic internal politics in organizations should indiscriminately offer the necessary support to individuals and (or) groups to actively enhance their objectives.
Impact of Work Life Balance on Organizational Commitment of University Teachers: Evidence from Jashore University of Science and Technology
Authors: Akter Arifa , Awal Hossen Mohammad , Islam Md. Nazrul
Published: May 2019

Increased imbalance between work and family life of university teachers is an alarming issue now-a-days. The purpose of this study is to investigate the relationship between work life balance and organizational commitment of teaching employees of Jashore University of Science and Technology in Bangladesh. Data has been collected from 80 respondents through a questionnaire survey. Pearson correlation and regression model have been developed based on this dataset to get the result. The result shows that significant number of teachers perceived there is a positive impact of work life balance on the level of commitment towards their organization. This study certainly answers the question regarding the impact of work life balance on organizational commitment of the teaching employees. Moreover, further studies are encouraged to analyze the impact of work life balance by incorporating all the stakeholders of an organization which may help to generalize the findings of this study.
The Investigation of the impact of the firm factors on stock returns of non-financial listed firms in kenya
Authors: Mmuriungi Cyprian Kinoti , Muturi Prof. Willy , Oluoch Dr. Oluoch
Published: May 2019

Firms can be distinguished from one another on the basis of different financial and non-financial factors including firm size, firm value, leverage, earnings per share, cash flow and firm structure. These factors are unique to individual firms and influence the perception of investors towards the future performance of the firms. The aim of the study is to examine the impact of, Firm value, Earnings per share and Firm size on stock return for non-financial listed firms in Kenya. This study used census and covered all non-financial listed firms at the NSE between the years 2008 to 2016. The choice of this period was informed by various reforms undertaken at the NSE. These includes a rise in initial public offers (IPOs), additional offers (AOs), right issues, bonus issues and stock splits. These reforms have had great influence on stock returns. There are 44 non-financial listed firms in the Nairobi Securities Exchange. A number of studies in the empirical literature have documented that firm earnings scaled by market value of equity are related to average return. This study is meant to assess the sensitivity of empirical results of firm value, earnings per share and firm size on stock return for non-financial listed firms in Kenya. The study contributed to the body of knowledge in that non-financial listed firms have gained practical insights into the impact of firm factors under consideration on stock return thereby enriching their knowledge on how to increase overall positive results. The study was based on the problem that whereas there were various firm factors attributed to each firm, it was not clear how, firm value, earnings per share and firm size affect stock return for non-financial listed firms on stock markets particularly those with factors like in Nairobi Securities exchange. This was particularly because existing Empirical literature was scarce in this case. Panel regression model was applied to test the significance of the independent variables on dependent variable and unit root test, Co integration and granger causality test was applied for empirical testing of the data. Descriptive statistics was used to describe basic features of the data in the study.
The Role of the cooperation of tourist actors in cluster form in the attractiveness of territories: A qualitative study of Tangier city
Authors: OUBAIH Younes , BENBBA Brahim
Published: May 2019

In this paper we seek to study the nature of the relationship between tourism cooperation in the form of a cluster and the tourist attractiveness of their territories through, first, the presentation of a literature review that deals with the different facets of this issue and, secondly, through a qualitative exploratory study of tourism actors in the city of Tangier in order to assess the actors’ perception on the role that cluster-based networking could play in the development of the tourist attractiveness of Tangier city.
Infant Feeding and Cardiovascular Disease: A multi-staged analysis from global to country data
Authors: Abul-Fadl Azza M.A. , Al-Jawaldeh Ayoub
Published: May 2019

Background: Death from cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death globally and in particular in the Eastern Mediterranean region (EMR). The relationship between early feeding practices and CVD remains to be fully established.

Aim: To examine the relationship between early infant feeding practices as risk factors of death from CVD with a focus on high blood pressure (HBP) in the 22 countries of the EMR.

Methods: First: global and regional data were compiled for deaths from CVD, HBP, nutritional deficiencies. Second: data from the EMR countries were compiled for adult obesity, high cholesterol (HC) and blood sugar (HBS) and pollution. Countries from the EMR were divided into high and low risk by HBP and biochemical data.  Third: deaths from wasting, stunting, non-exclusive and discontinued breastfeeding and nutritional deficiencies including anemia, vitamin A deficiency, low bone mineral density and Zinc deficiency, were compared in both groups. Fourth: a small scale in-depth study (SSIDS) was conducted for 32 breastfed and 28 non-breastfed mother-child pairs under-five years of age. HBP and high density lipoproteins (HDL) and low density lipoproteins (LDL) and highly sensitive C-reactive protein (HsCRP) were measured.

Findings: Nine EMR countries were identified as high risk for CVD with HBP, obesity, HC and HBS and pollution. Deaths from nutritional deficiencies and feeding practices were higher in this group. In the SSIDS, HsCPR was significantly lower in mothers and children who were breastfed and HDL significantly higher in children introduced foods after 6 months of age.

Conclusions: Optimal infant feeding practices contribute directly and indirectly to reducing deaths from CVD.