bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Spatial Distribution Analysis of Invasive Pheretimoid Earthworms in West Liberty University’s Campus Woods.
Authors: Ake Jason , Butcher Loyd , Burkey Elizabeth , Loughman Zachary , Dann Jeremiah
Published: April 2024

The United States is currently amidst a wave of invasion by East Asian pheretimoid earthworms. Multiple genera, genus Amynthas in particular, are widespread invaders with powerful ecosystem engineering capabilities and an expanding range. Invasive populations can reach extreme densities and fluctuate heavily on weekly-to-yearly timeframes compared to other earthworms. Despite their impacts, pheretimoid genera are poorly understood, under-researched, and uncontrolled. A deeper understanding of population dynamics and their mechanisms may allow effective management practices to be developed.  The research was conducted in the summer of 2023 in a forest stand at West Liberty University, a known invaded site. Spatial Analysis by Distance Indices (SADIE) was used to analyze weekly distributions of pheretimoids, showing aggregated distributions in 5 of 7 weeks of surveying, 2 of which were statistically significant (P value < 0.05). Linear regression showed no recorded environmental variables were statistically significant (P value < 0.05) in more than 1 out of 7 weeks and were inconsistent in their impact. Population density was reduced during this survey compared to previous years, likely weakening significance due to sample size. Distributions still showed aggregation, suggesting clustering behavior is the norm for pheretimoid worms even at low population sizes. As regression couldn’t adequately explain clustering patterns, more environmental variables and new data analysis techniques may be needed for future work to determine the underlying mechanisms for pheretimoids.
Lead and Arsenic Content in Everyday Drinkware
Authors: VanOsdol Jennie
Published: April 2024

This research explores the issue of lead and arsenic contamination in everyday drinkware which highlights the profound implications for consumer safety. The ubiquity of glassware in everyday life underscores the urgency of investigating the sources and levels that pose health risks associated with these toxic elements within drinkware products. Through a systematic examination and use of flame atomic absorption spectroscopy (FAAS), identifying the levels of lead and arsenic contamination has been achieved. This research rigorously quantifies the levels of contamination in commonly used drinkware, revealing possible correlations with concentration, condition, and price points. These correlations furthermore emphasize the need for regulatory measures and heightened consumer awareness. This comprehensive exploration serves as a vital contribution to safeguarding consumer safety in the context of drinkware usage, paving the way for informed decisions and targeted interventions in the pursuit of a healthier living environment. This research found that 20% of all tested samples leached an average of 0.84 ppm lead with a standard deviation of 0.32 ppm. 30% of all samples that tested positive for arsenic had an average of 4.10 ppm leached and a standard deviation of 0.88 ppm. No correlation was found between prices and concentration and a highly negative correlation was found between both metals. Low concentrations of arsenic had high concentrations of lead. Likewise, high concentrations of arsenic had low concentrations of lead. Damaged, or internally exposed ceramics tested higher for both lead and arsenic.
Continuing Osteological Research with Fairmont State University’s Human Skeletal Collection
Authors: Bow Jay , Henson Kristy
Published: April 2024

Human skeletal remains have been used at some point by most institutions involved in natural science education, though many real remains are slowly being replaced in classroom use by plastic models. Unfortunately, most antique teaching skeletons still in collections today were obtained during an ethically gray era, resulting in a lack of documentation and accountability. Since their purchase, many of these skeletal remains have been disassociated and damaged due to improper storage, the selling of partial skeletons, and mishandling. Projects such as this one at Fairmont State University are being performed to rehumanize and reassociate individuals using a variety of osteometric and macroscopic analysis techniques and create osteobiographies for them. Fairmont State University’s collection has been determined to contain a minimum of 43 individuals, 28 of whom were able to have profile information restored. Current ethical and legal standards related to the treatment of teaching skeletons are nearly non-existent in the US, but projects such as this one can bring attention to the historically immoral treatment of these individuals.
Developing a Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) Chatbot App Using Adaptive Large Language Models (LLM) and LangChain Framework
Authors: Burgan Cara , Kowalski Josiah , Liao Weidong
Published: April 2024

CARA BURGAN, Dept of Computer Sciences, Mathematics, and Engineering, Shepherd University, Shepherdstown, WV, 25443, JOSIAH KOWALSKI, Dept of Computer Sciences, Mathematics, and Engineering, Shepherd University, Shepherdstown, WV, 25443, and WEIDONG LIAO (Faculty Advisor), Dept of Computer Sciences, Mathematics, and Engineering, Shepherd University, Shepherdstown, WV, 25443.  Developing a Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) Chatbot App Using Adaptive Large Language Models (LLM) and LangChain Framework 
 RamChat is an AI chatbot designed to assist Shepherd University students in navigating the student handbook. Developed in Python, it utilizes both API-based and local Large Language Models (LLMs) for natural language processing (NLP), alongside a vector store system. Our aim is to create a high-quality chatbot app tailored for student use.
We began by researching existing chatbot platforms and created a vector store with embeddings from OpenAI's text-embedding-3-small model, trained on the Shepherd University handbook. Testing each LLM helped assess answer types and accuracy.
Development involved debugging and optimizing RamChat's code, including replacing OpenAI's davinci-002 model with gemma, a local LLM based on Google's Gemini model. Ollama framework aids in automatic LLM selection based on user prompts.
Our conference presentation will detail RamChat's development, methodology, challenges, and insights. RamChat represents an innovative application of AI to enhance the Shepherd University student experience.
Determination of Concentration of Heavy Metals in Wood Ash
Authors: Scanlon Matthew , Whyte Emily
Published: April 2024

Heavy Metals such as lead, chromium, and arsenic are thought to be present in wood ashes. As many people use wood ash in gardens, we decided to test how easily these metals can be extracted from wood ash. Metals were extracted from 10-gram samples of ash by mixing with 100 ml of 2.0% trace metal nitric acid, gravity filtering, and final filtering with a 0.22 um. nylon syringe. Absorption data for the extracted samples was compared to a calibration curve of absorption versus concentration constructed from data obtained with a Shimadzu AA7000. Initial results indicate that the concentration of the metals are below the lower limit of detection for Cr, As, and Pb which are 0.2 ppm, 2.0 ppm, and 0.5 ppm respectively. However, the laboratory-fortified matrix sample for each metal failed, thus we will need to perform standard addition tests to certify these results.
This work was supported by NASA WV Space Grant Consortium training grant number 80NSSC20M0055.
A Discussion of Year 3 Results of the NSF S-STEM Scholarship Program at Shepherd University
Authors: Wang Qing , DEWITT AMY , GROSS EMILY , LIAO WEIDONG , ADAMS KAREN , MIRDAMADI REZA
Published: April 2024

The Track II NSF S-STEM Program in the Computer Sciences, Mathematics, and Engineering Department at Shepherd University started in October 2021 and has thus far supported 22 scholars majoring in computer science, mathematics, data analytics, or engineering. The overall goal of the program is to increase the number and quality of STEM graduates in the STEM workforce by providing financial, academic, and social support, which enables qualified students to overcome certain barriers that prevent them from meeting their educational and career goals. In this poster, the most significant activities and outcomes of the program since its inception are presented. Survey results and outcomes from the last academic year, along with initiatives that increase, retain, and support students in CME fields, are also discussed. This program has been supported by the NSF S-STEM Grant (award No. DUE-2130267).
Genetic and Protein Expression Comparison of Tissues of Differing Embryonic Origin.
Authors: Hill Tyler
Published: April 2024

Non-syndromic Craniosynostosis (CS) has an unknown etiology. The overproduction of thyroid hormones (THs) during pregnancy known as maternal hyperthyroidism has been cited by the CDC as a potential cause of CS. Elucidation of the mechanism for TH induced CS may allow for the creation of a novel more suitable treatment option. There are several signaling pathways involved in the differentiation and development of the tissues of the skull such as, BMP, Ihh, and Wnt. Wnt signaling has been linked to the differentiation of both embryonic mesoderm as well as neural crest cells, from which the relevant tissues of the skull originate. The goal of this study is to quantify and compare genetic and protein expression of relevant Wnt signaling molecules and their target genes within the Sagittal and Coronal sutures. Beta-Catenin is a Wnt signaling molecule that acts as a transcription factor modulating the expression of genes such as Runx2 and Twist1. These genes were selected as they are known to be involved in cranial development. Sutures were collected from an avian model of induced thyrotoxicosis and analyzed using qRT-PCR and western blotting. Results of the qRT-PCR showed a significant downregulation in Runx2 and Twist1 expression in the coronal sutures with no change in Twist1 and a significant upregulation of Runx2 expression in the sagittal sutures. Western blot results are still pending. While further investigation into these pathways is necessary, our findings conclude that these key pathways react differently to modulation by thyroid hormones in tissues of differing embryonic origin.
Characterization of CD4+ t cell subsets during Chlamydia muridarum genital infection
Authors: Katrina Davis  , Tesfaye Belay
Published: April 2024

Characterization of CD4+ T cell subsets in a stressed mouse model during Chlamydia muridarum genital infection. Katrina Davis, Tesfaye Belay. Department of Applied Sciences and Mathematics. 
Chlamydia genital infection caused by Chlamydia trachomatis is highly prevalent in low socioeconomic status populations. Whether stress is a risk factor for the high incidence of chlamydia remains to be investigated. CD4+ T cells are the major immune cells that fight chlamydia genital infection; however, the dynamics of CD4+ T cells during stressful conditions and chlamydia infection are unclear. The profiles of CD4+ T cell signature cytokines: T helper 1 (IL-12, Interferon-gamma (IFN-γ), Thelper2 (IL-4, IL-5, IL-13), Thelper17(IL-17), and Treg (IL-10). Mice were stressed for 5 minutes daily for 21 days and infected with 1x 105 IFU/ml of Chlamydia muridarum intravaginally. Non-stressed mice were infected as controls. Mice were sacrificed 7 days post-infection, the spleen and lymph nodes were harvested, and T cells were purified and proliferated for 72 h. Determination of the levels of cytokines in culture supernatants of T cells from stressed and non-stressed mice are underway for poster presentation.    
Supported by the NIH grant # 1R15AI124156-01 awarded to BSU
Transforming Rectal Cancer Detection: The Role of Emerging Technologies
Authors:   M.B.Ch.B, MS, Basra health directorate, Basra, Iraq 61014, University of sousse, Faculty of medicine of sousse, Department of general surgery, Abdulqadir Aliaa A. , alhamadi Nihad kasim ,   M.B.Ch.B , PGDCM, Deputy director, Basra health directorate, Basra, Iraq 61014
Published: April 2024

Rectal cancer is a common and serious disease. Early diagnosis of rectal cancer can improve the effectiveness of treatment and the prognosis of the disease. Modern medical technology not only provides doctors with a series of methods to diagnose rectal cancer, but also brings more and more new means. This is a very exciting area of research, and many scientists and doctors are pushing the boundaries of knowledge and working to develop real, tangible inventions and techniques that can improve clinical outcomes for patients. We hope that by providing an indepth analysis of the current and potential future impact of these emerging technologies on rectal cancer detection, the article will serve to inform both the scientific community and the public about the revolutionary leaps forward that are being made in this area. These technologies, as well as the new diagnostic and therapeutic approaches that they facilitate, have the potential not only to greatly improve the management and outcome of rectal cancer, but also to substantially enhance the patient experience and indeed reshape the entire patient journey. The future directions and implications of these new technologies will also be explored, including their potential of changing the outcomes of rectal cancer, the ethical consideration in their implementation, as well as the challenges and barriers to their wide adoption.
Sustentabilidade e supply chain management: o papel da logística reversa no descarte de medicamentos
Authors: Silva Cássia Mara Alexandrino , Ferreira Allan Berthier Silva , Lima Lucas Alves de Oliveira , Curcino Francisco Coutinho de Assis , Cavalcante Jéssica Beatriz Pachêco , Lima Jessyca Nayara Mascarenhas , Luz Tássio Rômulo Silva Araújo , Oliveira Ruttiely Ferreira de , Zani André , Stefanello Rosilany Maria Marques Pereira
Published: April 2024

O objetivo desta pesquisa foi analisar o papel da logística reversa no descarte de medicamentos dentro do contexto da sustentabilidade e da gestão da cadeia de suprimentos (supply chain management). O estudo adotou uma metodologia exploratória qualitativa com treze profissionais da cadeia de suprimentos de uma rede farmacêutica de um município brasileiro. Os dados foram coletados por meio de entrevistas semiestruturadas e posteriormente analisados utilizando a técnica da análise do discurso. Diante da análise realizada sobre o processo de logística reversa de medicamentos na rede farmacêutica em estudo, foi possível evidenciar a importância dessa prática para a sustentabilidade ambiental, responsabilidade social corporativa e eficiência operacional. A coleta de dados revelou uma abordagem abrangente na coleta, manipulação e destinação dos medicamentos, ressaltando a necessidade de estratégias institucionais e envolvimento da comunidade para garantir a eficácia do processo. Verificou-se a existência de uma infraestrutura organizada e estruturada para lidar com os medicamentos coletados, enfatizando a importância do planejamento prévio, rastreabilidade e conformidade com regulamentações ambientais e de saúde pública. Os relatos dos profissionais destacaram a contribuição da logística reversa para a redução do impacto ambiental, preservação dos recursos naturais e promoção da responsabilidade social corporativa, fortalecendo a imagem e reputação da empresa e evidenciando um compromisso tangível com a proteção ambiental e bem-estar da sociedade. Essa percepção ressalta o potencial de diferenciação competitiva e abertura para oportunidades de negócios sustentáveis, destacando que a logística reversa não é apenas uma obrigação regulatória, mas sim uma oportunidade estratégica para as empresas demonstrarem liderança, responsabilidade e compromisso com a sustentabilidade e o bem-estar social.
Ferramentas e técnicas do lean aplicadas à industria 4.0
Authors: Pereira Adrivane Bezerra , Nascimento Jucianne Ramos , Silva Jeones França da , Roberto José Carlos Alves , Almeida Victor da Silva
Published: April 2024

O estudo sobre ferramentas e técnicas do Lean aplicadas à Indústria 4.0 busca explorar a integração entre dois importantes conceitos de gestão e produção. Como a implementação do Lean Manufacturing pode ser integrada aos avanços da Indústria 4.0 para melhorar a eficiência operacional? Analisar a intersecção entre Lean Manufacturing e Indústria 4.0, identificando como as práticas de manufatura enxuta podem ser potencializadas pelos avanços tecnológicos da quarta revolução industrial. Este estudo se trata de uma revisão bibliográfica descritiva, pois visa descrever e analisar as informações encontradas na literatura sobre a aplicação do Lean na Indústria 4.0. A integração das ferramentas e técnicas do Lean com a Indústria 4.0 pode trazer benefícios significativos para as empresas, permitindo uma produção mais eficiente, ágil e adaptável às demandas do mercado.
Expectativas e motivações de estudantes ingressantes em cursos de licenciatura: desafios e competências relacionados à carreira docente
Authors: Senosien Luciana Maria Fialho , Araújo Mauro Sérgio Teixeira de , Cabrera Migdalia Rodríguez , Melo Karina Alves de
Published: April 2024

Esta pesquisa envolveu 230 estudantes ingressantes em diferentes cursos de licenciatura de uma universidade particular da cidade de São Paulo, com o objetivo de investigar alguns aspectos que os motivaram a ingressar nesta modalidade de curso. Como parte da metodologia, foram aplicados questionários para identificar as expectativas dos estudantes com relação às possíveis dificuldades e problemas que poderão enfrentar na carreira docente, assim como competências e habilidades associadas à atuação de um bom professor. Outros aspectos investigados foram os elementos que caracterizam um curso superior de qualidade e a importância do educador na formação do ser humano. Os resultados apontaram que os ingressantes dos cursos de licenciatura investigados almejam ser um professor educador, adquirindo conhecimentos acadêmicos e pedagógicos, assim como competências e habilidades por meio de uma formação de qualidade. Por outro lado, o desinteresse dos estudantes pelos estudos, a falta de incentivo e apoio institucional e de materiais, a falta de experiência e insegurança pessoal, os baixos salários e ainda desrespeito à pessoa do professor preocupam os futuros docentes. Apesar disso, os estudantes investigados acreditam que o educador pode fazer diferença na formação do ser humano, oferecendo exemplos às crianças e aos jovens e que a continuidade da formação e da aprendizagem deve ser buscada com vistas ao melhor exercício da docência. Além disso, os estudantes se sentem motivados diante da perspectiva da formação obtida na licenciatura possibilitar melhor oportunidade de emprego, vislumbrando na docência um caminho para contribuir com a sociedade e com a construção de valores e atitudes nos estudantes.
O lugar da formação docente: uma análise realizada na estruturação do observatório rede I-9
Authors: Gaeschlin Nívea Maria Portugal , Leão José Antonio Carneiro
Published: April 2024

Esse estudo se justifica pela motivação na análise de processos e ações que estruturam condições para a realização de práticas pedagógicas inovadoras em instituições públicas de ensino. A atuação inovadora do professor ou prática pedagógica inovadora parte da essência do lugar geograficamente vivido em movimento cíclico de busca, compreensão, consolidação, avaliação e reconhecimento do cotidiano escolar. O percurso formativo docente é uma ação intencional, que possibilita a reinvenção profissional mediante uma crítica revisitação epistemológica, política e social de práticas pedagógicas vividas e experienciadas. O lugar da formação docente é o lugar antropológico conceituado por Marc Augé (2012) como resultado de toda possibilidade de caracterização das relações que resultam na criação de identidade e de coletividade. O Observatório Rede i-9 é um ambiente digital criado coletivamente e apresenta- se como um entrelugar na formação docente de profissionais municipais, por uma estrutura e organização pensadas para despertar o(s) lugar(es) na ajuda à emancipação do pensar docente.  Esse estudo tem como objetivo principal apresentar aspectos da relação existente entre o processo formativo continuado em serviço de docentes do ensino fundamental, anos iniciais, e  a ocorrência de produção inovadora em suas práticas em espaços educativos, a partir da rede pública de ensino da cidade de Dias d’Ávila-Ba. A metodologia utilizada tem como base a netnografia ou etnografia virtual, por oportunizar estudos sobre comunidades, suas características, suas percepções, interpretações e dados de forma on-line. Entre os resultados diversos aspectos foram levantados como relevantes pelos docentes para reorganização dos processos formativos realizados no município. Na consideração desses aspectos o órgão/comissão responsável poderá proporcionar Encontros Formativos ou Processos Formativos de maneira mais motivadora na participação dos docentes; potencializadora de práticas pedagógicas com melhorias para as aprendizagens e com utilização de processos e ferramentos mais eficientes aos resultados.
Estudos críticos do discurso e luta por reconhecimento: esferas das ações afirmativas do povo surdo
Authors: Pedrosa Cleide Emilia Faye , Oliveira Alzenira Aquino de , Cunha João Paulo Lima , Liberato Rita Simone Barbosa , Alves Juliana Barbosa
Published: April 2024

Este artigo é fruto dos projetos, entre outros, “Aprendizagem cidadã no contexto da cidadania-humanização: o papel da Análise Crítica do Discurso em prol dos grupos vulneráveis” (PVD7353-2019) e “Estudo da série crisálida I e II: apontamentos críticos da representação discursiva de uma sociedade excludente em relação aos surdos” (PID11002-2022/PID12112-2023), desenvolvidos com bolsa de iniciação científica do CNPq e com bolsistas voluntários. Como aportes teóricos utilizamos os Estudos Críticos do Discurso/Análise Crítica do Discurso (Lira; Alves, 2018; Pedrosa, 2024), transdisciplinarmente conversando com os Estudos Surdos (Sá, 2002; Souza, 2014; Perlin, 2016) e com a Luta por Reconhecimento (Honneth, 2009). O trabalho tem por objetivo identificar projetos solidários que consolidam ações afirmativas de e para a comunidade surda no contexto de valorização da sua língua, cultura e identidade. Para atender ao objetivo, situamos esta pesquisa em uma abordagem qualitativa, de natureza aplicada, com procedimento bibliográfico e objetivos descritivos e explicativos (Cesário; Flauzino; Mejia, 2020). Ao atender este objetivo, a pesquisa nos conduziu a refletir que o reconhecimento de “ser” surdo passa pela compreensão das esferas da vida social:  linguística, identitária e cultural. Nesse sentido, as ações afirmativas, com uma representatividade forte para os surdos, se tornaram o campo de luta em defesa de sua língua, sua cultura e suas identidades.
Análise dos fatores que afetam a leitura da pressão intraocular em cães
Authors: Santos Nathalia Fontes de Souto dos , Monetira Nauro Hudson , Faleiro Rayssa Dias , Kuner Andrea , Brito Fabio Luiz da Cunha , Gomes Lianna Ghisi , Dower Nathalie Moro Bassil
Published: April 2024

A pressão intraocular é dada pelo equilíbrio entre a produção e a drenagem do humor aquoso, sendo mensurada através da tonometria. A avaliação da pressão intraocular é um dado de extrema importância na avaliação oftalmológica tanto para diagnóstico como para acompanhamento do tratamento de diversas enfermidades oculares. Diversos fatores intrínsecos e extrínsecos podem alterar pressão intraocular do paciente e, por consequência, a tonometria. O objetivo desse trabalho foi realizar levantamento bibliográfico sobre os principais fatores de interferência na leitura e valores da pressão intraocular na espécie canina.
Maximizando a qualidade dos grãos de milho: estratégias avançadas de controle químico de doenças foliares
Authors: Constantino Elvis Josefer , Versari Lucas Rodrigues , Zanuzo Márcio Roggia , Wruck Dulândula Silva Miguel , Bonaldo Solange Maria , Santos Carlos Guilherme Theodoro dos , Bonetti João de Andrade
Published: April 2024

A crescente incidência de doenças foliares tem impactado negativamente na qualidade e produtividade dos grãos de milho na segunda safra. Nesse contexto, este estudo teve como objetivo avaliar a eficácia de fungicidas no controle dessas doenças e seu efeito sobre a produtividade do milho. O experimento foi conduzido em blocos casualizados, com 16 tratamentos e quatro repetições, utilizando diferentes fungicidas dos grupos químicos dos triazóis, carboxamidas e estrobilurinas. As aplicações foram realizadas nos estágios de desenvolvimento V6 e pré-pendoamento do híbrido DKB 390 PRO3. Os fungicidas contendo ingredientes ativos pertencentes ao grupo químico carboxamidas foram mais eficientes no controle da mancha de diplodia (Stenocarpella macrospora) e de ferrugem polissora (Puccinia polysora). A associação de carboxamida, triazol e estrobilurina em suas formulações foram mais eficientes no controle de mancha foliar de Diplodia, resultando em maior integridade dos colmos. As doenças foliares avaliadas impactaram diretamente na qualidade de grãos e, entre as espécies de fungo, S. macrospora foi a de maior ocorrência nos grãos ardidos no presente trabalho. A produtividade de milho foi maior nos tratamentos com mistura T4 e T12-T16, com média de 8.787,6 kg ha-1, superando a testemunha (7.500,0 kg ha-1), sendo que o PMS não sofreu alteração. Esses resultados destacam a importância do manejo eficaz das doenças foliares para garantir a qualidade e a produtividade do milho em segunda safra.
Divergência genética entre cultivares de milho com e sem a bactéria Azospirillum brasilense, associada a baixo e alto N, visando milho verde
Authors: Dias Vanderlan Carneiro , Peluzio Joênes Mucci , Afférri Flávio Sérgio , Santos Weder Ferreira dos , Lima Maria Dilma de , Carneiro Wania Maria Dias , Pimenta Raphael Sanzio , Siqueira Guilherme Benko de
Published: April 2024

Avaliou a divergência genética em cultivares milho, na produtividade de espigas verdes. Foram instalados dois ensaios, o delineamento experimental foi de blocos casualizados, com três repetições, e os tratamentos em parcelas subsubdivididas, sendo nas parcelas os processos (C Az) e (S Az) inoculação das sementes com Azospirillum brasilense, nas subparcelas alocadas duas doses de nitrogênio (30 e 120 kg ha-1 N), baixo e alto N, e nas subsub parcelas oito cultivares de milho. Avaliou-se seis características: altura de plantas (AP), comprimento de raízes (CR), largura de raízes (LR), peso de raízes (PR), comprimento de espigas despalhadas (CED), diâmetro de espigas despalhadas (DED), e produtividade de espigas verdes (PREV). Nos processos utilizou-se a distância de Mahalanobis (D2) como medida de dissimilaridade e, o agrupamento, foi pelo método de otimização de Tocher, e o critério de Singh para quantificar a contribuição relativa das variáveis estudadas. O Azospirillum brasiliense e as doses de N influenciaram na expressão da variabilidade genética. O BM3061, em alto N, e AG1051, em baixo N, foram os mais divergentes em ambos os processos de inoculação, sendo promissores como progenitores em futuros trabalhos. A característica PREV poderá ser útil para novos estudos, visando à seleção de genótipos contrastantes.
Cardiometabolic impacts of gender-affirming hormone therapy in transgender persons: a systematic review
Authors: Stobbe Pérsio Ramon , Tatit Ulana Lima , Guedes Murilo Henrique , Baena Cristina Pellegrino , Rech Ciciliana Maíla Zilio
Published: April 2024

Introduction: Transgender persons with gender dysphoria can be treated using hormones based on estradiol and testosterone. The long-term cardiovascular effects of these therapies are not fully known. Objective: To verify the impact of gender-affirming hormone therapy on risk factors for cardiovascular events (lipid profile, glucose, and blood pressure) and cardiovascular events (acute myocardial infarction [AMI], stroke, and venous thromboembolism [VTE]) in transgender persons. Methods: A systematic review of scientific articles was performed using the PubMed/MEDLINE, Scopus, Embase, and Web of Science platforms. Results and Discussion: The search resulted in 1040 articles, of which 154 duplicates were discarded. Of the remaining 886, 837 articles were excluded, leaving 49, which were read in full. Among these, after confrontation of two researchers, 14 were selected for interpretation and final data extraction. Regarding the data obtained, 11 articles considered transgender women (TW), resulting in a population of 7154 people, with a mean age of 29 years. When interpreting the results, there was an increase in VTE and stroke events in TW compared to cis men and women. The cardiovascular risk factors did not show significant changes in the evaluated studies. Twelve studies were considered for transgender men (TM), generating a population of 4393 people, with a mean age of 26 years. A worsening of the lipid profile in TM and an increase in AMI were observed in comparison with cis women. Conclusion: Review data showed that transgender persons have a risk of increased cardiovascular outcomes and may require early intervention as a preventive measure.
O perfil da prescrição de medicamentos por enfermeiros na estratégia saúde da família na Paraíba
Authors: Alves Jairo Porto , Diniz Ítalo Vinícius Albuquerque , Uchoa Severina Alice da Costa , Silva Maria Rejane Ferreira da , Silva Wezila Gonçalves do Nascimento , Rodrigues Júlia Gabriela de Medeiros , Oliveira Samara Barreto de , Martiniano Claudia Santos
Published: April 2024

A Atenção Primária à Saúde tem sido um espaço de reconhecimento e amparo para o Enfermeiro de Prática Avançada dentre elas a prescrição de medicamentos por enfermeiros. O objetivo deste estudo é conhecer as especificidades da prescrição de medicamentos por enfermeiros da Estratégia Saúde da Família na Paraíba. Trata-se de um Estudo de Caso de abordagem qualitativa em municípios da Paraíba, na região nordeste. Os dados foram coletados por meio da pesquisa documental e observação não participante. Sendo realizado em 12 unidades, resultando na observação de 97 consultas de Enfermagem e análise de 410 prontuários.  A maioria dos enfermeiros realizaram a prescrição de medicamentos, mas apenas quatro enfermeiros dos doze observados, participaram de capacitação específica para prescrever. Observou-se que a prática prescritiva do enfermeiro atende aos critérios da prescrição segura. A linha de cuidado de saúde da mulher teve um maior destaque com relação às prescrições de medicamentos. As prescrições discricionárias ocorreram em menor número dentre as consultas. Evidencia-se que os enfermeiros da Atenção Básica da Paraíba realizam uma prática prescritiva ampla e dentro do escopo ministerial.
Financial content of money laundering concept: literature review
Authors: Isakova E. T.
Published: April 2024

The article presents the review of scientific publications on combating money laundering (AML). The subject of the study is economic phenomena and processes that reveal the role of financial sector in AML. The purpose of the article is to provide scientific arguments for and against the encumbrance of financial organizations with anti-money laundering measures, to identify the research gaps in publications and to focus on their solution. Methodology and approach: database of e-library, ResearchGate, Academia conducted a systematic review of publications on AML with an emphasis on the specific features of various financial and non-financial institutions. The study identifies their main topics, such as the main resource of shadow economy, money laundering schemes, ML landscape, the role of banks in ML. The author provides an in-depth analysis of the publications indicated in the links of the selected articles as well as the gaps in research that should be studied in future. The paper reveals a promising direction of research, due to the lack of scientific publications on the problem of administering adequate punishment from regulatory authorities to individuals and banks for non-compliance with anti-money laundering norms, allowing to maintain a balance between the severity of punishment (in order to prevent future violations) and maintaining the stability of business processes in banks (in order to strengthen banking system reputation).
Relasi Pengetahuan dan Ruang Arsitektural : Telaah Jaringan-Aktor Kampung Sepatu Cibaduyut dan Jenama Sepatu Ekspor di Bandung
Authors: Andayani Firda Rasyidian , Ekomadyo Agus Suharjono
Published: April 2024

Kampung Sepatu Cibaduyut di Bandung dikenal sebagai permukiman dengan aktivitas industri sepatu yang dominan. Pengetahuan tentang pembuatan sepatu dipertahankan secara turun termurun di kampung ini. Di dalam kampung Cibaduyut terjadi relasi bisnis dengan pengusaha sepatu bermerek, termasuk jenama sepatu ekspor di Bandung seperti Tegep Boots dan Exodos57. Melalui relasi tersebut, jaringan pengetahuan dasar Kampung Sepatu Cibaduyut dapat berkembang hingga mencapai pasar global. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menelusuri ruang-ruang arsitektur (artefak) dan aktor manusia yang berperan penting dalam membawa pengetahuan lokal di Cibaduyut hingga dapat digunakan oleh konsumen luar negeri menggunakan metode Actor-Network Theory (ANT). Hasil penelitian ini menunjukan ruang-ruang produksi berupa bengkel dan home industry di Kampung Sepatu Cibaduyut adalah tempat pengetahuan ditransfer melalui jenama sepatu ekspor hingga ke mancanegara.
Noise level in a common area at a higher education institution in Uberaba/MG
Authors: Pelli Afonso , Santos Andrade Lamoglia Antonieta , Kenji Waki Arthur , Assunção Pereira Beatriz , Luigi Antunes Moura Tristão Caio , Santos de Carvalho Camila , Dibbern Travaini Débora , Maria Alves dos Santos Dulce , Paiva Silva Gabriel , Ribeiro Manuel Gabriel , Pereira Marques Iara , Otávio Martins Vieira Lucas , Fernanda Machado Magalhães Maria , Luiza Leal Mariana , Fátima Moreira Milene , Corona Lopes Patrícia , Silva de Oliveira Pollyane , De Cássia Frojoni Avino Rita , Aparecida dos Santos Abrão Sueli , Bianculli Victória , Gazeta Monteiro Victória
Published: April 2024

Currently, noise pollution is the third main form of pollution and stands out as one of the main causes of deterioration in quality of life. For this reason, the aim was to explore the noise levels present in the common area of a Federal University and compare the results with reference values. The pressure levels in the canteen at the Federal University of Triângulo Mineiro are well above those established by the Brazilian Association of Technical Standards. Most of the noise intensity comes mainly from students and staff. Therefore, it is recommended to implement an awareness campaign aimed at this audience, aiming for collective well-being.
Surgical correction of 7 abdominal wall hernias using a hybrid technique
Authors: Brambila Jorge Pareja Helen , Alves Canedo Eduardo , Maria Nicolete Rampazzio Elisangela , Carromeu Dias Pioch Armando , Queiroz Pettinate Luiza , Trevisan Del Hoyo Gabriel , Vieira Azambuja Carneiro Brenda , Da Silva Barreto Santos Caroline
Published: April 2024

Incisional hernias are defects of the abdominal wall under previous scarring. They are an important epidemiological factor, as they account for 11% of laparotomy surgeries performed by surgeons. They have local and systemic symptoms, including pain, fullness, bulging, and edema, which can even lead to ischemia and tissue necrosis. Comorbidities are important aggravating factors and the surgical techniques used for correction, which consist of laparotomy and video-laparoscopy, both must be effective to avoid complications, including recurrences. The herniorrhaphy and hernioplasty techniques are constantly described in the literature, but using a mixed technique is something little seen that challenges the knowledge of the medical team and addresses the professional's judgment to encompass both prior knowledge and the patient's social and comorbid profile.
The importance of using sunscreen correctly for patients with Melasma
Authors: Conte Andre Bruno
Published: April 2024

Melasma is a hyperpigmentation disorder that mainly affects women. Factors such as chronic exposure to ultraviolet radiation, visible light, hormonal stimulation and genetic factors have been identified in its pathogenesis. It is characterized by reticulated, irregular, brown spots on areas of the skin exposed to the sun. The methodology used was a literature review with an exploratory qualitative approach, using academic platforms and bibliographies: SCIELO, PUB MED and GOOGLE ACADEMICO. The inclusion criteria were articles from recent years in Portuguese and English. The correct use of sunscreens can prevent the appearance of melasma, which in turn prevents skin cancer. Sunscreen helps block solar radiation, preventing dischromic spots that ultraviolet rays cause on the skin, and there are different factors for each skin type; always reapply every two hours and it is important to know that the use of sunscreen begins in childhood, as damage accumulates on the skin, causing complications in adulthood, such as skin cancer. It can be concluded that the use of accessories such as hats, umbrellas and sunscreens help prevent dyschromia.
Management of retinal diseases, therapeutic association between ophthalmology and endocrinology in the treatment of diabetic retinopathy
Authors: Oliveira Mateus Bueno de Pinho , Almeida Stella Aquino , De Queiroz Raissa da Fonseca Ramos , Mendes Pedro Bonjour , Paschoal Victoria Ruiz , de Oliveira Matheus Cabral , Mori Alexandre Mizutani , dos Santos Gisliel Trajano , do Nascimento Franciele Góes , Lima Neto Abdoral Gomes
Published: April 2024

Introduction: Effective management of retinal diseases, especially diabetic retinopathy, is crucial for preventing severe visual complications. Collaboration between ophthalmologists and endocrinologists plays a fundamental role in the effective treatment of this condition, aiming to preserve vision and improve patients' quality of life. Methods: A bibliographic review was conducted to understand the management of retinal diseases and the therapeutic association between ophthalmology and endocrinology in the treatment of diabetic retinopathy. We used databases such as MEDLINE, PubMed, and Scielo to identify relevant articles published in the last 20 years. Inclusion and exclusion criteria were defined to ensure the selection of pertinent studies. Results: After the search and selection of articles, patterns and trends in the management of diabetic retinopathy were identified. A variety of treatment options were located, including laser photocoagulation, intravitreal injections of medications, and vitreoretinal surgery. The importance of metabolic control of diabetes to prevent retinal damage was noted. The analysis of the studies also highlighted that the interaction between these specialties ensures better clinical outcomes. Conclusion: The importance of collaboration between ophthalmologists and endocrinologists in the management of diabetic retinopathy is reinforced. An integrated approach that considers both ophthalmological and endocrinological aspects of the disease is essential to provide effective care to patients. This cooperation can result in better visual outcomes and quality of life for those affected by diabetic retinopathy.
The social role of educational guidance: Challenges and prospects
Authors: Barros da Rocha Aline
Published: April 2024

The aim of the research was to study the role of counselor in school today, and specifically: to present the educational practice of career guidance, as well as point out the prospects and challenges faced by the supervisor in the daily school. Thus, the problem that gave rise to the featured article was: The counselor is leading actor or supporting role in the school? Thus an analysis must consist of the theoretical Chalita (2005), Grinspum (2003), Luck (2001), Pimentel (2006) Urbanetz (2008), among others, to underpin and support this work. Armed with this benchmark, we set up the development work, through an exploratory approach - qualitative. Reaching the conclusion, based on the context presented one of the challenges currently presented to this work is to find support outside the school, to carry out the rescue work of the student's world of drugs, violence, social and family which influences the school environment. It is an arduous task but not impossible for this professional education.
AVALIAÇÃO CLÍNICA: A ANAMNESE NA FOTOPROTEÇÃO
Authors: Conceição Wemerson Carlos da , Rosa Marcelo Barcellos da , Amaro Marilane de Oliveira Fani , Carvalho Camilo Amaro de
Published: April 2024

A anamnese é o pilar mais importante na prática médica, sendo responsável pelo desenvolvimento da relação médico-paciente de qualidade e pela tomada de decisão diagnóstica e terapêutica corretas (Porto, 2009). Segundo uma revisão bibliográfica da Revista de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo (Anamnese, exame clínico e exames complementares como testes diagnósticos), avaliando o papel da entrevista médica no diagnóstico clínico, constatou-se diversos artigos que apontam a anamnese como responsável por mais de 50% dos diagnósticos. Em alguns dos estudos analisados esse valor chegou a mais de 90% (Benseñor, 2013). Na tentativa de conscientizar a população sobre os perigos da exposição às radiações e o câncer de pele, bem como mobilizar a comunidade médica, foi criada em 2014, pela Sociedade Brasileira de Dermatologia (SBD), a campanha “DezembroLaranja” (SBDRJ, 2022). Desde a criação da campanha, no último mês do ano a Sociedade realiza uma série de ações no país inteiro com a parceria de instituições públicas e privadas para informar a população sobre os tumores cutâneos e dar as instruções de prevenção e de quando procurar um médico (SBDRJ, 2022). Com o intuito de auxiliar no entendimento das diversas abordagens e produtos disponíveis no mercado, nesse capítulo, apontamos 5 aspectos da pele humana (fototipo, biotipo cutâneo facial, óstios e poros, descrição da pele ao toque e presençade rugas). Estudos tem demostrado que, para cada indivíduo existe uma combinaçãodiferente de como essas características se agrupam. Portanto, para cada uma delas sugerimos o que o profissional da saúde deve ficar atento quanto a qual efeito o fotoprotetor buscar. Deste modo, para uma consulta médica focada na fotoproteção de qualidade, o profissional da saúde deve saber quais informações semiológicas sãode real importância na definição do fotoprotetor adequado. O produto a ser utilizado deve obter o máximo de benefícios e o mínimo de malefícios em comparação aos demais cremes do mercado.
The Legal Limits of Jurnalisme
Authors: Kocaqi Elena
Published: April 2024

The freedom of expression and information is guaranteed by Article 10 of the European Convention of Human Rights and also by many other international conventions and national constitutions. This freedom is not without limits and the limits are imposed where it affects the the rights of other subjects and state secrets. This paper aims to treat the legal limitations of the jurnalisme. It aims to give an answer to these questions; Does the right of information has limits? How this right is limited? Which is the report between public information and the state secrets? Which is the report between information and the protection of the secret during a criminal investigation? Which is the report between information and private life? For giving an answer to those questions, we will look mostly the international law, using the analytic and synthetic methods.
 
Received: 25 December 2023 / Accepted: 25 February 2024 / Published: 23 April 2024
Internationalization and Globalization in the Field of Education
Authors: Dedej Arian , Medıcı Lorenzo
Published: April 2024

The internationalization of educational programs is an important commitment that aims to develop an ever more dynamic and competitive knowledge to face the challenges of globalization and rapid social transformation by finding the right balances, critical and conscientious skills. Students, lecturers and the territory benefit greatly from the implementation of a system which favors the exchange of knowledge, didactic and scientific experiences. To strengthen the internationalization of the educational offer and the mobility of students means to intensify the international exchanges of students and at the same time to strengthen the international attractiveness of study courses with well-oriented initiatives. The era of globalization, understood as the fall of barriers in space and time that limited communication at the economic, institutional and social level, has produced important processes of transformation and change in educational institutions. The latter, accepting the challenges of globalization, have gradually expanded their educational commitment beyond national borders, giving the formation components, approaches, strategies and internationalizing tools, with the aim of favouring the full understanding of the students in one dimension more and more global opportunities to benefit and the role to play in the global society.
 
Received: 25 December 2023 / Accepted: 25 February 2024 / Published: 23 April 2024
Business and Academia Collaboration: Empowering Internationalization in Albania
Authors: Qejvanı Olta , Gjipali Dorina
Published: April 2024

Global and European challenges have shift dynamic expectations from universities, going beyond ‘centers of knowledge’, towards the urge of producing sustainable research and innovation that impact communities. Despite of taking care of ‘producing’ professionalism, there is a strong need inside academia to ask business collaboration in order to catch up the new developments and be competitive in the trade market. Positioning the field of research into the session of Educational Globalization ‘Higher Education Internalization, curricula and methodologies’ is a possibility to find out current and updated resources or even new policy strategies on how to adapt synergies into the terms of globalization and European challenges ahead for academia. This research aims to explore and analyze the current European practice of collaboration between business sector and universities and offer proper alternatives to be embraced from Albanian universities activity. Based on the findings of European Commission, there are less universities (more than half) rather than business organizations that demonstrate cooperation (72 %). Does this mean that business sector is more willing to get closer with academia? It is courageous that both universities and business sector demonstrate more than average the will to smartly collaborate within this dimension. It is interesting that among all the high number of legal acts and policy level documents of EU, there is none that explicitly treats UBC (University Business Cooperation) as a specific policy or issue. Having a specific policy document into EU level that can envisage this pattern, will strongly put this issue into the proper spotlight of the understanding and potentially could encourage both of the structures to raise proper attention to UBC. Also, having a separate document on UBC can produce sustainable impact, bringing this not as a sporadic solution, but prompting sustainable results for business, academia and the community. The vague position of UBC into European policy making is not in the same line with successful histories of European universities that have established on their own initiative different level of collaboration. High-ranking universities in Europe have a lot to learn from good models and practices in this area. There is no need to wait for the national, regional or European document that can treat collaboration between university and academia. Universities can be the first initiators of getting closer to business sector in order to strengthen capacity building, research and innovation. Despite of this context, there are a lot of good examples that European universities have established by their own being empowered through business sector connection.
 
Received: 25 December 2023 / Accepted: 25 February 2024 / Published: 23 April 2024