bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Perspective of Patient Advocacy Groups on Clinical Research and Outcomes of Their Involvement
Authors: Bagai Poonam , Sharma Pooja , Ansari Aala , Singh Nirbhay , Aggarwal Rhea , Chougule Durga , Sharma Sonal , Singh Padam , Singh Manish Kumar , Singh Gargi , Singh Sanjeev
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACT

Background:

Patient advocacy groups (PAGs) play a crucial role in connecting patients, researchers, clinicians, and clinical research. Equipping PAGs with the knowledge to raise awareness about clinical research through targeted educational programs will ultimately enhance their impact. In this questionnaire-based study, the knowledge, awareness, and perspectives on clinical research among PAGs as well as the outcome of their involvement in awareness program were explored.

Methods:

Unbox research was a cross-sectional questionnaire-based survey of 22 questions evaluating the knowledge, awareness, and perspectives of participants enrolled in Patient Advocates for Clinical Research (PACER) awareness program. The survey was followed by a FGD to explore the experiences of the participants with the PACER program.

Results:

Among 185 participants, 97.8% were aware about clinical research/trials and 90.3% understood clinical trials are conducted before any drug reaches market. Participants identified safety concerns (82.2%), limited knowledge (67.6%), and fear (58.9%) as key reasons for barriers for participation. Participants prioritized increased patient participation (59.5%), availability of more clinical trials (54.6%), and substantial investment in healthcare (51.9%) as key drivers for developing India’s healthcare system. About 88.6% of participants believed that involvement of PAGs in clinical trials will benefit the patients. The FGD revealed a significant progress by PAGs. The active involvement of PAGs led to their inclusion on ethics committees and helped enroll 14 patients in clinical trials within just six months.

Conclusion:

The study underscores the positive impact of programs like PACER in powering PAGs and other stakeholders. Increased knowledge, awareness, and collaboration led to significant outcomes for patients, clinicians, and researchers.
Beyond the Swell: Decoding the Enigma of Bilateral Hand Angioedema in Response to Sacubitril–valsartan Therapy
Authors: Pinto Samantha Aster , Piedade Joel Quadros , Malali Venkatesh , Prabhudesai Amar
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACT

Angioedema is a rare yet potentially life-threatening side effect associated with renin–angiotensin–aldosterone inhibitors. With angiotensin receptor neprilysin inhibitor replacing angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors as the preferred treatment for heart failure with reduced ejection fraction, it is crucial for clinicians to recognize the risk of angioedema associated with this therapy. This case report highlights a patient who developed bilateral hand swelling, a week after initiating sacubitril/valsartan. Immediate improvement upon discontinuation of the drug confirms the association with this adverse reaction. Notably, this case presents a unique manifestation of isolated nonpitting hand swelling, previously unreported in the literature, emphasizing the need for heightened physician vigilance and prompt management strategies.
Bochner representable operators on variable exponent Lebesgue spaces
Authors: Stochmal Juliusz
Published: December 2024

Let

L^{p(\cdot)}(\Omega)

be a variable exponent Lebesgue space and

X

denote a Banach space. It is shown that a bounded linear operator

T:L^{p(\cdot)}(\Omega)\rightarrow X

is Bochner representable if and only if

|||T|||_{p(\cdot)}<\infty

(here

|||T|||_{p(\cdot)}

denotes the norm of

T

in the Dinculeanu sense). As an application, we study the compactness property of these operators.
Eumycetoma Caused by Aspergillus terreus: A Case Report and Literature Review
Authors: Hu Xin , Zhang Mingrui , Lv Sha , Liu Zhe , Nakagawa Ichiro , Li Fuqiu
Published: December 2024

Mycetoma is a granulomatous disease of subcutaneous tissue that is caused by different species of aerobic filamentous bacteria (actinomycetoma) or fungi (eumycetoma). Mycetoma treatment depends on the causative pathogen, and it mainly consists of antimicrobial interventions or surgery. Aspergillus terreus is an etiologic agent of invasive aspergillosis and a rare cause of eumycetoma that is common in central and southern China. The present case report describes a 45-year-old female patient with subcutaneous swelling and multiple active and healed sinuses over the dorsal aspect of the left foot who was diagnosed with eumycetoma caused by A. terreus. This is the first such case reported in China. We applied a combination treatment consisting of itraconazole with topical luliconazole cream and radiofrequency microneedling, and this was followed by significant regression of the lesion. In addition, we reviewed the current literature to summarize the epidemiological characteristics of mycetoma in mainland China and cases of eumycetoma caused by A. terreus worldwide.
Qualitative Research Leaders: Evaluation of Pilot Global Pipeline Program
Authors: Hennink Monique M. , Ingles Donna J. , Mmbaga Blandina T. , Prabhakaran Dorairaj , Heimburger Douglas C. , Johnson Leslie C. M.
Published: December 2024

Qualitative research methods are central to understanding many public health problems. However, capacity building for qualitative research is globally skewed toward high-income countries, with a significant skills deficit in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). To address this imbalance and provide a model program, we developed the Qualitative Research Leaders (QRL) program, a pipeline program to increase qualitative research capacity in LMIC institutions and foster leadership in qualitative research. The QRL program is a collaboration between Emory University and Vanderbilt University in the United States and two LMIC institutions Kilimanjaro Christian Medical College in Tanzania and the Public Health Foundation of India. The program had five phases conducted over 12 months: 1) mentored study design sessions, 2) an in-country skill-building workshop, 3) mentored proposal development sessions, 4) a residential grant writing program in the United States, and 5) mentor matching for field implementation. Program evaluation results showed that the QRL program was effectively designed, and scholars valued the program components, learning formats, and session content. The program increased scholars’ knowledge, skills, and confidence as mentors in qualitative research. Furthermore, scholars demonstrated leadership in initiating postprogram research, mentoring, and teaching in qualitative research. Overall, scholars felt that the program could be extended to enable more time to internalize new knowledge and develop skills, and the role of in-country mentors could be expanded to further support scholars during fieldwork. In this article, we describe the components of the QRL program and its implementation, results of our program evaluation, and lessons learned for developing similar pipeline training programs.
Evaluating the Impact of a One Day Resiliency Training Facilitation Program on Nurses' Wellbeing in an Acute Care Hospital
Authors:   , Chidinma Eke-Okoro Amarachi
Published: December 2024

Practice Problem: Nursing burnout is a significant problem with far-reaching consequences. High levels of stress, emotional exhaustion, and reduced job satisfaction among nurses contribute to poor patient outcomes, increased medical errors, and high turnover rates. There is a high prevalence of burnout among nurse executives, consequences of which include extreme stress, emotional anguish, and a desire to quit, which points to a larger problem with burnout affecting the nursing profession (Martin et al., 2023). Fostering resilience among nurses can help to mitigate these outcomes by enhancing physical, mental, and social health through building purpose, positive emotions, and effective stress management. Resilience can be fostered through training by encouraging and promoting self-compassion, strength-based development, and mindfulness among nurses (Prochaska & DiClemente, 1983).

PICOT: In nurses working in an acute care hospital (P), does participation in a one-day resiliency training for healthcare professionals facilitation program (I) compared to voluntary web-based self-check-in (C) result in changes in coping responses of participants as measured using the Self-Compassion Scale–Short Form (SCS-SF) scale (O) over six weeks (T)?

Evidence: Evidence gathered from numerous literature reviews acknowledged positive effects of well-being programs such as those focused on resiliency to enhance nurses’ general well-being.

Intervention: This was an evidence-based practice change project. This project involved pre-test and post-test survey analysis. Education on coping mechanisms was provided via segmented lectures. An immediate post-test survey and subsequent survey at 6 weeks were conducted using the Self-Compassion Scale-Short Form (SCS-SF) to evaluate effectiveness of the intervention.

Outcome: While post-test results showed no significant statistical change (t(10)=0.09, p=.929), 27% of participants reported that tools learned were beneficial and 73% of the participants reported the program was very beneficial, which points to the clinical significance of the project.

Conclusion: By creating and executing a resilience training program for nurses in direct patient care, the project provides crucial knowledge in enhancing holistic health for nurses and significantly improving patient outcomes.
Enhancing Emergency Department Efficiency: Utilization of Streamlined Triage System to Reduce Waiting Times
Authors:   , Kim Sunah
Published: December 2024

Emergency departments (EDs) often experience prolonged waiting times, leading to patient dissatisfaction and potential negative health outcomes. This project addresses the need for improved triage processes to enhance patient flow and reduce delays in care.

PICOT

In adult patients presenting to the emergency department (P), how does the implementation of a streamlined triage process (I) compared to standard emergency department protocols (C) lead to a reduction in waiting times (O) within a twelve-week period (T)?

Evidence

A review of current literature indicated that streamlined triage systems can significantly decrease patient wait times and improve overall ED efficiency by incorporating colors to denote acuity classes, resulting in expedited care delivery and decrease overall ED length of stay.

Intervention

The intervention involved the implementation of a streamlined triage protocol that utilized a rapid assessment tool to categorize patients based on the urgency of their medical needs, thereby facilitating quicker decision-making and resource allocation.

Outcome

The result did not demonstrate statistically significant changes in waiting times within the initial timeframe. However, the clinical significance of the practice change is evident through qualitative feedback from patients and staff members.

Conclusion

Although the results of this DNP project did not show statistically significant changes, the qualitative feedback from patients and staff highlighted the clinical significance of the practice change. This feedback underscores the positive impact of the streamlined triage system on patient experience and staff workflow, suggesting that while quantitative metrics may not have shifted dramatically, the intervention fostered a more efficient and satisfactory environment for both patients and healthcare providers. Future efforts should focus on continued evaluation and potential modifications to further enhance the effectiveness of the triage system and its impact on waiting times.
A Complexa Universalização dos Serviços de Esgotamento Sanitário em Favelas e Comunidades Urbanas: Um Estudo em São José dos Campos-SP
Authors: Vieira José Moacir de Sousa , Valério Filho Mario , Mendes Rodolfo Moreda , Gomes Cilene
Published: December 2024

A precariedade dos serviços de esgotamento sanitário impacta desproporcionalmente as camadas mais desfavorecidas da sociedade, quehabitam porções da cidademarcadas por vulnerabilidade social, como ocorre nas favelas e comunidades urbanas, acarretando sérias consequênciaspara as famílias e o meio ambiente. Este estudo visa analisar a complexidade da universalização desses serviços em favelas e comunidades urbanas de São José dos Campos-SP, adotando uma Abordagem Dialética e um Método Misto de Pesquisa, que inclui a análise de dados quantitativos e qualitativos. A coleta de dados quantitativos foi realizada por meio de documentação indireta, utilizando dados secundários de fontes estatísticas de instituições de pesquisa. Constatou-se que a busca pela universalização do saneamento básico em favelas e comunidades urbanas enfrenta obstáculos significativos devido ao modelo de desenvolvimento urbano neoliberal e à falta de interesse político. Há uma necessidade imperativa de políticas urbanas e de saneamento mais inclusivas e equitativas, com ênfase na oferta pública de saneamento básico, para garantir a qualidade de vida, a saúde e a dignidade para todos, sem distinção.
A prática de campo como ferramenta potencializadora na Formação Docente em Geografia: uma análise a partir da Geografia Agrária em Paragominas, PA
Authors: Santana David Wilson Dias , Souza Aldo Luiz Fernandes , Santana José Dias
Published: December 2024

A presente pesquisa objetivou demonstrar a importância da aula de campo na construção da identidade docente na Formação Inicial em Geografia na Amazônia paraense. A imersão em busca de novos conhecimentos ocorreu na cidade de Paragominas, no sudeste do Pará. A partir das experiências vivenciadas durante a aula prática de campo, foram realizadas coletas de dados a partir de questionário e socialização em grupo que permitiram destaca o impacto desse aprendizado na formação docente em Geografia. Por meio da prática de campo, os acadêmicos puderam compreender as dinâmicas de apropriação do espaço amazônico, em especial no que se refere ao cultivo da soja. A análise dos dados, ancorados à literatura especializada, permitem afirmar que a prática de aulas de campo é uma ferramenta de inquestionável importância, potencializadora dos conhecimentos necessários para o exercício da docência dos professores formandos em Geografia do Instituto Federal do Pará IFPA/Campus Bragança, ao passo em que assumem grandes contribuições para os estudos sobre as Amazônias.
Questão Agrária, Ambiental e Territórios: Contribuições e Debates a partir da Especialização Latu Sensu no NEPRA – UNIMONTES
Authors: Cândida Maíra Araújo , Siqueira Deyvison Lopes , Ferreira Gustavo Henrique Cepolini , Chaves Gabriel Reis , Santos Oswaldo Samuel Costa , Borges Daniela Ingrid , Almeida Alexandre  Soares de
Published: December 2024

Este ensaio sistematiza as produções e experiências dos educandos e educandas que participaram do Curso de Especialização Lato Sensu “Questão Agrária, Ambiental e Territórios”, realizado pelo Núcleo de Estudos e Pesquisas Regionais e Agrários - NEPRA, da Universidade Estadual de Montes Claros, entre os anos de 2022 e 2023. O trabalho se concentra nos 30 projetos apresentados como requisito para a conclusão do curso, abordando as principais temáticas e áreas de atuação dos participantes. O ensaio serve como um registro da memória e dos esforços formativos envolvidos na construção do curso, destacando o constante diálogo com os territórios, as pedagogias empregadas e a ação militante dos educadores e educandos. Com essa sistematização buscamos fomentar o debate e a reflexão sobre o papel de uma formação acadêmica comprometida com a realidade do campo brasileiro.
EL CESE DE RECONOCIMIENTO DE ESTADOS EN EL DERECHO INTERNACIONAL PÚBLICO
Authors: Londinsky Pablo
Published: December 2024

La Convención de Derechos y Deberes de los Estados (Montevideo, 1933) vino a establecer el alcance “incondicional e irrevocable” con que se otorga el reconocimiento –ya sea expreso o tácito– a los Estados. Surge así de la Séptima Conferencia Internacional Americana un instituto exclusivamente regional que obliga a sus suscriptores mas no a la comunidad internacional entera. Esta situación habilita a un profundo debate respecto a las decisiones gubernamentales que se han adoptado en torno al cese de reconocimiento entreaquellos Estados que –no comprometidos por la citada convención– han cesado el reconocimiento a terceros sobre vagos o inexistentes argumentos jurídicos, al tiempo que introduce contratiempos y desafíos a los que se enfrenta el Derecho Internacional Público en torno al particular.
MITOS Y VERDADES DE LA REPRODUCCIÓN HUMANA ASISTIDA. UN ESTUDIO DE LA PERCEPCIÓN AREQUIPEÑA SOBRE LAS TERAS
Authors: Melgar Rimachi Adriana
Published: December 2024

El objeto de este trabajo es argüir algunas falsas creencias sobre las técnicas de reproducción humana asistida (en adelante, TERAS)  que han servido para defender su supuesta imbricación con el derecho a la salud y autonomía reproductivas. Se discutirá que las TERAS son tratamientos médicos para la infertilidad, que para beneficiarse del progreso científico se debería permitir el acceso a las TERAS y que de restringir este se vulneraría el derecho a la igualdad y no discriminación. Plantearemos que las TERAS son excluyentes y no atienden las necesidades de salud reproductiva de mujeres y varones, no son el único recurso tecnológico disponible y nadie está obligado a usarlas. Se concluye que el acceso a las TERAS no tiene fundamento en los derechos reproductivos ni forma parte de su contenido, por lo que los Estados no están obligados a autorizarlas y financiarlas para garantizar estos derechos.
ARISTOTELISMO, AUTOPRESERVACIÓN Y DERECHO NATURAL EN HUGO GROCIO
Authors: Viveros Godoy Consuelo Jesus
Published: December 2024

Aunque una larga tradición de estudiosos de la teoría de la ley natural ha posicionado a Grocio en el origen de las concepciones modernas del derecho, investigaciones más recientes han matizado el carácter rupturista de su planteamiento, minimizando la preponderancia que el deseo de autoconservación tiene en el esquema del holandés. En este contexto, el presente trabajo tiene por objeto aclarar la posición de Grocio sobre el origen de la comunidad política, así como su relación con la concepción del derecho, todo a la luz que recibe de la tradición aristotélica.
Evaluation of different NPSB Blended Fertilizer on Yield and Yield Traits of Teff [Eragrostis Teff (Zuccagni) Trotter] in Tsegedie Western Tigray, Ethiopia
Authors: Shimgabr Teame , Haftu Weldesenbet
Published: December 2024

Based on Ethiopian Agricultural Transformation Agency (ATA) and Ministry of Agriculture soil fertility status and fertilizer recommendation atlas, one of a new blended fertilizer NPSB containing 18.7% nitrogen (N), 37.4% P2O5 phosphorous (P) 6.9% sulfur (S) and 0.25% boron (B) is in recent times introduced aiming at substituting di ammonium phosphate (DAP) (18% N and 46% P2O5) for crop production. There is a need to optimize blended fertilizer for Teff production under farmers’ conditions. Therefore field experiment was carried out for 2019 and 2020 main cropping seasons at Tsegedie Wereda in Tigray Regional State, Ethiopia. This study was carried out to investigate the optimum level of NPSB blended fertilizer for Teff production. The experiment was arranged in a randomized complete block design (RCBD) with three replications on farmers’ field. The treatments were seven levels of NPSB (0, 50, 100, 150, 200, 250,300 kg ha-1 ) adjusted with N to the recommended level. Recommended N and P fertilizers (64 kg N ha-1 , 46 kg P2O5 ha-1 ) were also included as a positive control. Soil samples were collected before planting and analyzed for selected physicochemical properties. Application of different rates of NPSB blended fertilizer significantly influenced yield and yield components of teff. The highest grain and straw yields were obtained from plots that received 250 kg NPSB ha-1 . The economic analysis showed that applications of 150kg NPSB ha-1 were optimum for teff production and this rate could be recommended for area where this experiment conducted. Further study should be done on effects of NPSB in grain quality and single nutrient based experiment should also be carried out to evaluate the blended fertilizer for crop production.
IEEE Region 8 Student and Young Professional kongres 2024
Authors:   University of Niš, Faculty of Electronic Engineering, Niš Serbia, Veljković Sandra , Marjanović Miloš ,   University of Niš, Faculty of Electronic Engineering, Niš Serbia
Published: December 2024

U ovom radu biće opisano učešće na „IEEE Region 8 Student and Young Professional Congress 2024“ koji je održan u Grenoblu, u Francuskoj u periodu od 15. do 19. jula 2024. godine. Biće opisan postupak prijave, kako je sam Kongres koncipiran, koje se sve aktivnosti sprovode, kao i neke osnovne napomene o gradu u kome se događaj održao.
Primena Creality Ferret 3D skenera za prostorno skeniranje objekata
Authors:   ETŠ Mija Stanimirović Niš, Srbija, Marjanović Dušan , Živković Petra ,   ETŠ Mija Stanimirović Niš, Srbija, Grujić Mateja ,   ETŠ Mija Stanimirović Niš, Srbija, Jovanović Lana ,   ETŠ Mija Stanimirović Niš, Srbija, Lukić Konstantin ,   ETŠ Mija Stanimirović Niš, Srbija, Rajković Jelena ,   ETŠ Mija Stanimirović Niš, Srbija
Published: December 2024

Ovaj rad predstavlja primenu Creality Ferret 3D skenera za prostorno skeniranje objekata. Objašnjeni su osnovni principi 3D skeniranja i detaljno analizirane mogućnosti istog. Demonstriran je praktičan primer skeniranja predmeta, kako bez, tako i sa rotirajućim postoljem. Takođe su razmatrana ograničenja procesa skeniranja i predložena moguća unapređenja.
Zdravoljub – 3D štampani uređaj sa senzorima za proveru medicinskih parametara
Authors:   ETŠ Mija Stanimirović Niš, Srbija, Marjanović Dušan , , Živković Petra ,   ETŠ Mija Stanimirović Niš, Srbija, Grujić Mateja ,   ETŠ Mija Stanimirović Niš, Srbija, Rajković Jelena ,   ETŠ Mija Stanimirović Niš, Srbija
Published: December 2024

Ovaj rad predstavlja uređaj za praćenje zdravstvenih parametara korisnika. Cilj projekta je omogućiti lako i efikasno praćenje zdravlja iz udobnosti doma, čime se olakšava otkrivanje potencijalnih zdravstvenih problema na vreme. Objašnjene su komponente, način povezivanja, i prikazani delovi koda. Sistem je uspešno testiran u praksi, uz minimalne greške, a planiraju se buduća unapređenja koja će uključivati dodatne funkcionalnosti za praćenje zdravlja.
Grafička simulacija gorenja tela predstavljenih trougaonim mrežama
Authors:   Istraživačka Stanica Petnica Valjevo, Srbija, Milivojević Sergej
Published: December 2024

U ovom radu je predložena metoda vizuelnog i geometrijskog gorenja tela, koja je predstavljena trougaonim mrežama, merenjem temperature u svakom trouglu i primenom matematičke funkcije na njihova temena kada temperatura pređe odabranu vrednost. Vatra je predstavljena frontom koji se sastoji od tačaka koje se šire po mreži na osnovu vektora kretanja. Vremenska složenost simulacije je O(2N) gde je N broj tačaka koje čine front. Metoda je testirana na više trougaonih mreža, a rezultati su pokazali bolje performanse na detaljnijim mrežama. Simulacijom je demonstrirano postizanje vizuelno prihvatljivih rezultata koji približno oponašaju gorenje tela u stvarnosti. Međutim, ograničenje simulacije je to što ne daje zadovoljavajuće rezultate kada je potrebno probiti drugu stranu tela.
Optimizacija performansi prikazivanja scena 3D gausovskog slaganja unaprijednim smanjenjem nivoa detalja na osnovu udaljenosti
Authors:   Istraživačka stanica Petnica Valjevo, Srbija, Skenderija Luka
Published: December 2024

Nedavni napreci u 3D gausovskom slaganju su značajno doprinijeli polju računarske grafike i mogućnosti prikazivanja realističnih scena u realnom vremenu svojom diskretnom predstavom scena i brzom rasterizacijom. Međutim, prikazivanje gausovskih scena na prosječnom hardveru je i dalje izazovno. Ovaj rad se fokusira na statičnu optimizaciju gausovskih scena u svrhu poboljšanja performansi na svakodnevnom hardveru. Konkretno, konstruisana su stabla hijerarhije ograničavajućih zapremina gausijana, a zatim su gausijani birani i spajani na osnovu njihove udaljenosti od određene tačke interesa. Može se zaključiti da je ovo dobar pristup optimizaciji na različitim nivoima, u zavisnosti od ciljanih nivoa detalja. Takođe, istražena je priroda gubitka kvaliteta koji se javlja kao posljedica smanjenja detalja, što otključava dalju primjenu metode u razvoju sistema za podjelu gausovkih scena na različite nivoe detalja i interpolaciju između istih.
LCD displej za FM radio prijemnik
Authors:   University of Niš, Faculty of Electronic Engineering, Niš Serbia, Ćirić Milica , Golubović Dimitrije ,   University of Niš, Faculty of Electronic Engineering, Niš Serbia
Published: December 2024

U ovom projektu se bavimo projektovanjem i regalizacijom hardvera i softvera LCD displeja za FM radio prijemnik, na bazi Arduina. Zbog mogućnosti tekstualnih i grafičkih prikaza, odlučili smo se za Philips-ov LCD displej korišćenjen na telefonu Nokia 3210. Realizovani prototip je pokazao odlične karakteristike, kao i fleksibilnost u pogledu prikazivanja različitih numeričkih, tekstualnih i grafičkih informacija.
Model Pengelolaan Sumber Daya Alam Berkelanjutan: Integrasi Aspek Ekonomi, Lingkungan, dan Hukum di Kecamatan Moa, Kabupaten Maluku Barat Daya
Authors: Kembauw Esther , Wadjo Hadibah Zachra , Silooy Revi Wilhelmina , Saimima Judy Marria
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis tantangan, peran ekonomi, dampak lingkungan, serta aspek hukum dalam pengelolaan SDA berkelanjutan di kawasan tersebut. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah pendekatan kualitatif dengan pengumpulan data melalui wawancara, observasi, dan studi dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa eksploitasi berlebihan terhadap SDA, ketergantungan pada praktik tradisional, dan lemahnya penegakan hukum menjadi hambatan utama dalam mewujudkan keberlanjutan. Meskipun demikian, terdapat potensi ekonomi yang dapat dikembangkan melalui praktik perikanan berkelanjutan dan pertanian organik, yang dapat meningkatkan pendapatan tanpa merusak ekosistem. Penelitian ini juga menemukan bahwa kebijakan pengelolaan SDA sudah ada, namun implementasinya masih lemah, sehingga diperlukan peningkatan kapasitas pemerintah daerah dan kolaborasi antara pemerintah, masyarakat, serta sektor swasta. Model pengelolaan SDA berkelanjutan yang diusulkan melibatkan edukasi masyarakat, penguatan peran hukum, serta pengembangan kebijakan ekonomi yang mendukung keberlanjutan lingkungan. Diharapkan hasil penelitian ini dapat memberikan kontribusi dalam merancang kebijakan pengelolaan SDA yang lebih efektif dan berkelanjutan di Kecamatan Moa.
Deterioro Cognitivo Leve: detección y costo de enfermedad en Perú
Authors: Castro-Ramírez Juan Pablo
Published: December 2024

Estimada Editora:

Unas prevalencias elevadas de deterioro cognitivo leve (DCL), superiores al 50%, como la descrita en Perú por Zegarra-Valdivia,1 suscitan cuestionamientos sobre si se ha identificado adecuadamente este evento y cuál ha sido su impacto económico para la sociedad.

Para responder a la primera pregunta, se debe verificar que el instrumento empleado sea el apropiado. Por lo que, en términos de validación y rendimiento, el estudio utiliza 2 de las 3 pruebas previamente validadas en Perú: Mini-Mental State Examination y Clock Drawing Test, con rendimientos aceptables a buenos (AUC 0,65 – 0,85 y 0,69, respectivamente).2 Situación que podría optimizarse con el uso de pruebas breves que valoren simultáneamente varias áreas cognitivas, ejemplo: Montreal Cognitive Assessment, que obtuvo un mejor rendimiento en otros países de Latinoamérica (AUC 0,76 – 0,93), pero que requiere evaluación en Perú
Estrés Cotidiano, Funciones Ejecutivas y Rendimiento Académico en Escolares de Primaria.
Authors: Armstrong-Gallegos Stephanie , Troncoso-Díaz Loreto
Published: December 2024

Se ha vinculado la presencia de estrés con las funciones ejecutivas y el rendimiento académico, por lo que la presente investigación exploró su correlación en escolares. El estudio de corte cuantitativo incorporó a 62 participantes de entre 8-12 años quienes fueron divididos en dos grupos: niñez tardía y preadolescencia.

Se aplicó una escala de Estrés Cotidiano Escolar, junto con reporte de promedios académicos y una batería de pruebas neuropsicológicas para medir funciones ejecutivas y capacidad cognitiva global (CIT), correspondientes al Test de rastreo, Test de colores y palabras de Stroop y escala WISC-V. Los principales resultados mostraron correlación significa y negativa entre estrés cotidiano, flexibilidad cognitiva, memoria de trabajo y control inhibitorio (p<.05).

Análisis de regresión mostró que tanto el CIT como la percepción de estrés cotidiano predicen el rendimiento académico (R2= .35). Se concluye que el estrés cotidiano es relevante para el desarrollo de las funciones ejecutivas de los escolares de educación primaria y puede impactar de forma negativa tanto en el desempeño académico como en las trayectorias escolares.
Tratamiento de migraña en embarazo.
Authors: Sánchez-Landers Manuel , Leiva Reyes Cinthya L. , Llanos José J. , López Mauricio , Mantilla-García José A.
Published: December 2024

Introducción: Migraña es la cefalea primaria más incapacitante. En el embarazo su tratamiento es controversial por los posibles efectos colaterales.

Objetivo: Realizar revisión bibliográfica sobre tratamiento de migraña en el embarazo.

Método: Se realizó búsqueda en PubMed, Scopus y Web of Science. Términos de búsqueda fueron "pregnancy”, “migraine” y “treatment”. Fecha de búsqueda abarcó desde 2018 a 2023. Se encontraron 315 artículos; se eliminaron duplicados con Rayyan QCRI (Rayyan Systems Inc ©) y se realizó la selección por título, resúmenes y por texto completo. Finalmente se seleccionaron 21 artículos que incluyeron ensayos clínicos, revisiones sistemáticas y narrativas.

Desarrollo: Para la migraña durante el embarazo existen terapias aguda y preventiva; siendo el tratamiento no farmacológico la primera elección en ambas. Para el tratamiento agudo farmacológico se puede utilizar paracetamol, antiinflamatorios no esteroideos sólo en el segundo trimestre, triptanes, metoclopramida y bloqueos nerviosos. Si la intensidad es moderada y no se controla con el tratamiento agudo, la prevención se realiza con propranolol. Otros fármacos no han demostrado ser seguros para utilizarlos durante el embarazo

Conclusión: Una adecuada elección de tratamiento, priorizando el no farmacológico y tomando en cuenta las asociaciones de medicamentos, es necesario en embarazadas cuyas crisis de migraña no remitan.
Caracterización neuropsicológica y del patrón de atrofia cerebral en pacientes con ictus relacionado a COVID: Una revisión sistemática.
Authors: Bousek–Barraza Ivo , Rodríguez-Jorquera Constanza , Carrasco–Hermosilla Melissa , Julio–Ramos Teresa , Jorquera–Araya José , Cigarroa Igor , Toloza–Ramirez David
Published: December 2024

Introducción: Las altas tasas de mortalidad por COVID, han sido el foco de interés en la práctica clínica e investigativa. La infección por COVID ha sido caracterizada principalmente por sus repercusiones respiratorias; sin embargo, se han reportado manifestaciones neurológicas en esta población (p.e., ictus). Desde una perspectiva neuropsicológica, el ictus relacionado a COVID sigue siendo un desafío en la actualidad. De hecho, existe carencia de estudios enfocados en el perfil neuropsicológico y el correlato neuroanatómico en estos pacientes.

Objetivo: Caracterizar el perfil neuropsicológico y el patrón de áreas cerebrales afectadas en adultos y personas mayores con ictus relacionado a COVID.

Metodología: La presente revisión siguió los lineamientos PRISMA, utilizando las bases de datos PubMed, Scopus, y Web of Sciences, incluyendo estudios publicados entre Enero 2020 y Septiembre 2022.

Resultados: 7 artículos fueron incluidos para análisis, siendo el ictus isquémico el más reportado. Los resultados sugieren declives neuropsicológicos en orientación, atención, memoria, función ejecutiva, habilidades visuoconstructivas, y lenguaje. Asimismo, el patrón de áreas cerebrales afectadas también considera lesiones derechas, corticales y subcorticales.

Conclusión: En pacientes con ictus relacionado a COVID, son comunes las lesiones cerebrales izquierdas o bilaterales, junto a la manifestación de afasia. Nuestros hallazgos sólo reflejan características cognitivas y cerebrales de pacientes con ictus isquémico, por lo cual estos resultados deben ser interpretados con cautela.
Образ святителя Николая Чудотворца в романе-хронике С. Н. Дурылина «Колокола»
Authors: В.А. Белоножко
Published: December 2024

В статье впервые в исследовании творчества Сергея Николаевича Дурылина (1886– 1954) — писателя, русского религиозного философа, историка литературы и театра, предложено истолкование одного из многочисленных религиозных образов, выведенного на страницах романа-хроники «Колокола». На основе комплексного литературоведческого анализа в целостном контексте биографических материалов и философских воззрений писателя автор делает вывод о том, что инкогнито одним из действующих лиц романа-хроники является святитель Николай Чудотворец, особенно ярко посредством символов выступающий в качестве главного героя второй главы первой части произведения. Через истолкование религиозных символов, образов и мотивов, которыми насыщено повествование романа-хроники, можно сделать вывод о том, что С. Н. Дурылина можно по праву назвать одним из первых христианских символистов, создавшим полноценное иконическое мифо-орнаментальное пространство в художественном тексте.

The article, for the first time in studying the work of Sergei Nikolaevich Durylin (1886– 1954) — a writer, a Russian religious philosopher, a historian of literature and theater, offers an interpretation of one of the many religious images displayed on the pages of the chronicle novel “Bells”. On the basis of a comprehensive literary analysis in the holistic context of biographical materials and philosophical views of the writer, the author concludes that incognito one of the actors of the chronicle novel is St. Nicholas the Wonderworker, especially vividly, through symbols, acting as the main character of Chapter 2 of the first part of the work. Through the interpretation of religious symbols, images and motives, which are saturated with the narrative of the chronicle novel, it can be concluded that S. N. Durylin may rightfully be called one of the first Christian symbolists, who created a full-fledged iconic mytho-ornamental space in an artistic text.
Real-Time Skin Disease Detection and Classification Using YOLOv8 Object Detection for Healthcare Diagnosis
Authors:   Student in Dept of MME, Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, Dalawai Nayim A , Prathamraj P B ,   Student in Dept of MME, Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, Dayananda B S ,   Faculty in Dept of MME, Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, Joythi A P ,   Faculty in Dept of MME, Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, Suresh R ,   Faculty in Dept of MME, Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Published: December 2024

Skin diseases are one of the most extensive and difficult to manage topics in healthcare, affecting millions of people worldwide. Current manual diagnosis by healthcare professionals is time-consuming and dependent on an individual’s experience, authority or a medical professional’s subjective opinion, so it is paramount to create new methods to evaluate the severity of skin damage. Deep learning and computer vision technologies focused on automating the process of diagnosing and classifying skin diseases are among the most promising areas. This paper investigates the usage of webcam video streams for real-time detection and categorization of 35 different skin conditions using the YOLOv8 object detection platform. The focus will be on gathering a large and diverse dataset with annotations from Labelme and training the YOLOv8m to accurately identify and delimit regions of interest to be classified later. Key components include the setup of the Anaconda environment, installation of necessary dependencies, dataset preparation, model configuration, training procedure, and evaluation metrics. Real-time inference using webcam feed facilitates continuous monitoring and detection, providing a practical tool for dermatologists and healthcare professionals.
Development of AI Model for Robotic Vision Inspection of Sheet-Metal Components in Manufacturing
Authors:   Department of Robotics and Automation, Ramaiah University of Applied Science, Raj B M Nuthan , N Sandeep ,   Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, Ramaiah University of Applied Scienc, Bobby T. Christy ,   Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Ramaiah University of Applied Science, Karthikeyan B Ramaswamy ,   Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Ramaiah University of Applied Science
Published: December 2024

This paper presents an AI-based robotic vision inspection system designed to enhance quality control in the manufacturing of sheet-metal components. The system integrates a sequential AI model with advanced image processing techniques to automate real-time defect detection and classification. Utilizing a high-resolution camera, the system captures images of components on a conveyor, which are pre- processed using grayscale conversion, Gaussian blurring, and Canny edge detection to emphasize structural details. A deep learning model then classifies isolated regions of interest based on normalized, resized images. Feature matching through ORB (Oriented FAST and Rotated BRIEF) enables accurate alignment with reference templates, while automated measurements convert pixel dimensions to physical units, ensuring reliable detection of deviations. With an average accuracy of 88.3%, the system consistently identifies subtle and complex defects, such as scratches and dimensional deviations, under variable lighting and noise conditions. This AI-driven approach reduces the need for manual inspection, minimizes error, and enhances workflow efficiency, representing a major step toward robust, real-time quality assurance solutions in industrial environments.
Asociación entre la actividad física medida objetivamente y la variabilidad de la frecuencia cardíaca en adultos sanos de atención primaria de salud.
Authors: Bohn Lucimere , Soto-Rodríguez Francisco Javier , Ribeiro Fernando , Oliveira José
Published: December 2024

Objetivo: Evaluar la asociación entre la actividad física (AF) diaria y la variabilidad de la frecuencia cardíaca en adultos sin enfermedad cardiovascular establecida, inscritos en una unidad de atención primaria de salud.
Métodos: Este estudio transversal incluyó a 197 individuos aparentemente sanos (edad media 47 ± 13 años; 58% mujeres), inscritos en una unidad de atención primaria de salud. Los índices de variabilidad de la frecuencia cardíaca (dominio del tiempo, dominio de la frecuencia e índices no lineales) se derivaron de registros de intervalos RR en reposo de 5 minutos mientras los sujetos respiraban a 12 respiraciones por minuto. La AF diaria se evaluó durante 7 días consecutivos utilizando acelerómetros. Los datos se categorizaron en tiempo sedentario, AF ligera y AF moderada a vigorosa. Se utilizaron análisis de correlación y regresión lineal multivariante para examinar las asociaciones entre la AF diaria y los índices de variabilidad de la frecuencia cardíaca.
Resultados: El tiempo sedentario y la AF ligera no se asociaron con ningún índice de variabilidad de la frecuencia cardíaca. Después de ajustar por edad, sexo y frecuencia cardíaca en reposo, la AF moderada a vigorosa se correlacionó significativamente con la razón entre la potencia de baja frecuencia y la potencia de alta frecuencia (LF/HF) (r2 = -0.18, p = 0.01). La AF moderada a vigorosa (β = -0.14, p = 0.03), junto con el sexo (β = 0.32, p = 0.001), la circunferencia de la cintura (β = 0.14, p = 0.04) y la edad (β = 0.05, p = 0.45), fueron predictores independientes de la razón LF/HF, explicando el 2.3% de su varianza.
Conclusión: El efecto cardioprotector de la AF moderada a vigorosa en los índices de variabilidad de la frecuencia cardíaca no se demostró claramente, aunque hubo una asociación inversa con la razón LF/HF. En contraste, el tiempo sedentario y la actividad física ligera no se asociaron con la función autonómica cardíaca.
Case Notes: Circumventing section 7(8)(a)(i) of the Divorce Act 70 of 1979 and section 37d of the Pension Funds Act 24 of 1956 through strategic resignation: CNN v NN2023 (5) SA 199 (GJ)
Authors: Maloka Tumo , Ramontja Koma
Published: December 2024

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Employing ICTS: Teaching & Learning through Literature Digital Reading (LDR)
Authors: Pârlog Aba-Carina
Published: December 2024

This article is based on a material produced under the umbrella of and funded by the Erasmus+ research project DILECTINGS (DIgital Literature Educational Competences for Teachers: Intercultural iNclusive Good-practices for Second-language learning), KA220-SCH-2CA4CF2E, coordinated by Prof. dr. Raffaella Leproni, Università degli Studi RomaTre. It was made available for training participants as part of Project Result 2, Module 5 (Creating Digital Stories: Story Writing Toolkit for Teachers) on the project platform. The current version aims to show that the use of technology in a friendly virtual environment is nowadays crucial in order to create a fertile atmosphere for planned teaching/ learning and that Literature Digital Reading (LDR) tools contribute to the development of the modern class substantially and encourage students to become autonomous users of foreign languages. Available ICTs aid educators in making better use of class time due to the impact of technology on the younger generations.
Using a Web2.0 tool (Canva, Story Jumper, Storyboard That, Kahoot, Prezzi, etc.) leads to a more captivating and thought-provoking class, while teachers’ and students’ creating LDR exercises with such tools allows the latter to become digitally involved in the process of learning which makes it all the more successful and motivating. In the class material set, teachers may include a fable, a short story or just a fragment published by a classical author or a fragment created by themselves according to their instruction purpose. This digital piece of reading material focusing on a special teaching/ learning goal is quite valuable for educators focusing on grammar, particular vocabulary items or cultural knowledge.
LDR lays the foundation of students’ more advanced vocabulary, greater fluency and supplementary cultural awareness. Also, as a result of the LDR process and the understanding of the underlying stratum of the digital literary work or fragment used, students may learn more about the notions of coherence and cohesion which they tend to ignore during the process of writing and which are essential for a well-written essay or a short critical text. As opposed to a traditional class, an ICT class built on LDR exercises is more rewarding because it can easily adapt to students’ and teachers’ needs and help improve final results depending on the subject or language level aimed at.
Benefits of Online and Offline Resources for Teaching English and Norwegian as Foreign Languages in a Post-Pandemic Context
Authors: Lățug Diana , Lung Adina-Virginia
Published: December 2024

The study seeks to evaluate how teaching a foreign language (English, Norwegian, or both) has been influenced by the availability of online and offline resources in the post-pandemic context. It also highlights the adaptability of both educators and students alike in using such available resources and emphasizes the process of incorporating gamification in teaching a foreign language. Moreover, it is an attempt to point out to what extent such resources and practices are beneficial to students and helpful for educators. The focus groups are comprised of university students learning Norwegian as a foreign language as well as  pre-university level students of English as a second language.
An Overview of the Potentials of Artificial Intelligence Tools in Foreign Language Teaching
Authors: Bruckner Alina , Chiriac Alexandra
Published: December 2024

This paper intends to examine the potential uses and applications of artificial intelligence (AI) technology in the field of foreign language didactics. Starting from an overview of the current state of artificial technology, this paper proceeds to present and analyze some of the most well-known AI tools and applications available today, focusing particularly on their potential uses and benefits in the foreign language course. Even though the primary emphasis is placed on the way in which AI tools could significantly enhance both the learning and teaching experience, the authors also address the inherent limitations and challenges that such tools and applications currently pose. The paper discusses various issues, such as technical difficulties, accessibility concerns, and the need for human oversight. In addition, the authors consider the necessity of redefining not only the structure and content of foreign language courses, but also the evolving role of the teacher in an AI-integrated educational environment, suggesting that while AI can offer substantial support, the teacher’s role remains indispensable for providing contextualized guidance, emotional support, and personalized feedback.
Exploring Official Certifications for Romance Minority Languages in the European Context
Authors: Hoyte-West Antony
Published: December 2024

This article presents a brief overview of the official language certifications available for seven Romance minority languages which are spoken in Europe: Aragonese, Asturian, Catalan, and Galician (primarily spoken on the Iberian peninsula), Corsican and Occitan (spoken in France), and Romansh (spoken in Switzerland). As a component of a broader project which has previously examined official credentials for selected Celtic and Slavic languages, the study first outlines general information about the Romance language family and the minority and minoritised languages which are members of it, before giving a short overview of language certifications as well as the study’s methodology and research questions. Subsequently, in adopting a similar approach to the previous analyses, each of the seven linguistic case studies is presented with the objective of obtaining core information about the types, levels, awarding institutions, and wider recognition relating to the certifications concerned. These findings are then discussed, after which some conclusions and additional research possibilities are offered.
The Relationship Between Job Crafting and Job Satisfaction Among Teachers in Secondary Schools of Kampala District, Uganda
Authors: Besigomwe Kenneth , Ssesanga Nasser A. Karim
Published: December 2024

Job crafting refers to the self-initiated changes that employees make to their tasks, relationships, and work environment to enhance their job satisfaction and overall well-being. This study examined the relationship between job crafting and job satisfaction among teachers in Kampala District schools in Uganda. The study assessed relationships between (i) task crafting and teacher’s job satisfaction; (ii) relational crafting and teacher’s job satisfaction; and (iii) cognitive crafting and teacher’s job satisfaction. This study adopted a quantitative research design with a survey methodology. Data was collected from 180 teachers from 6 secondary schools in Kampala District in Uganda. SPSS software was used to analyse the data. The study findings showed a strong positive correlation (r = 0.65, p < 0.01) between job crafting and teacher’s job satisfaction. The coefficient for job crafting behaviors (B = 0.35, p < 0.0001) indicated a positive impact on job satisfaction. It is therefore concluded that job crafting plays a significant role in enhancing job satisfaction. The school administrators are therefore urged to regularly create an environment that supports teachers’ autonomy to craft their jobs, provide training on job crafting, offer support for job crafting through prompt mentorship and feedback and put more emphasis on relational crafting.