bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Research on Burden of Proof in Multinational Corporation Corruption Related to China
Authors: Wang Yixuan
Published: April 2024

At present, the world economy is interconnected, and multinational corporation are developing rapidly. In line with the development trend of the world, China has continued to deepen its opening-up policy and attracted major multinational companies to enter the country. However, in addition to active foreign investment, it is accompanied by increasing corruption in multinational corporations. In recent years, China has also paid attention to the legislation and judiciary to prevent corruption, but there are still many problems in practice. Among all issues, the burden of proof is one of the most vital one, which profoundly affects the process and efficiency of the trial, but it has been unresolved, triggering heated discussions among scholars at home and abroad. The distribution of the burden of proof in the judicial process of anti-corruption presents two main issues: the excessive burden of proof of the plaintiff and the unclear jurisdiction of corruption in China. Then proposes to solve the above problems by appropriately introducing the inversion and transfer of the burden of proof and the case diversion before trial are put out. By further improving the evidence chain, it is committed to promoting the further advancement of China's anti-transnational-corruption cause.
The Impact of Job Referral from Different Social Connections on Initial Wages: Evidence from Chinese Labor Market
Authors: Zhu Yi
Published: April 2024

Job referrals are a popular approach to finding a job through social ties. In the Chinese labor market, it is popular to locate jobs through social contacts, which is thought to be a means to earn a higher starting salary. The purpose of this paper was to investigate the disparities in starting salaries across employment found through various social relationships. Based on social network theory, this research added variables to the Mincer-type equation for regression analysis to measure the strength of social relations. The findings of this study, which used data from the China Household Income Project (CHIP 2018), showed that, unlike previous studies that focused on strong ties in the Chinese labor market, jobs found through weak ties have significantly higher starting salaries than jobs found through strong ties, and the difference in starting salaries for jobs found by migrant workers through various social ties is more pronounced. As a result, under the bleak backdrop of the labor market and decreasing economic growth, it was recommended that job seekers, particularly migrant workers, broaden their social circle in order to seek better initial pay.
Research on the Development of the Size and Structure of Government Financial Outlay in China
Authors: Wang Kunyu
Published: April 2024

As an important component of government allocation, fiscal outlay not only serves as the financial foundation for maintaining government functions but also provides a comprehensive overview of the scope and content of government activities in a market economy. This article analyzes the dimensions and structure of China's government fiscal outlay by reviewing existing literature and research data. It has been observed that the overall fiscal outlay by different tiers of government in China has witnessed a consistent rise over the years, with particular emphasis on the substantial fiscal deficit rates at the local level. This phenomenon has subsequently resulted in a persistent deterioration of the fiscal imbalance. There are also numerous problems in China's fiscal outlay structure, which lags behind developed countries and needs constant optimization. In response to these fiscal issues, this article proposes measures to alleviate fiscal outlay pressure, such as further increasing fiscal system reform, appropriately adjusting the tax system, strengthening supervision of fiscal outlay, and rationally optimizing fiscal outlay structure, taking into account China's actual situation.
Cemented Stem Design in Total Hip Arthroplasty: Fixation Philosophies, Biomechanics, and an Updated Classification System
Authors: Hegde Vishal , Harris Andrew B. , Springer Bryan D. , Khanuja Harpal S.
Published: April 2024

There is renewed interest in cemented femoral fixation in total hip arthroplasty in the United States, and to fully appreciate the evolution of cemented femoral stem designs, an understanding of their history and design rationale is essential. To adequately study the outcomes of modern-day designs, a comprehensive classification system is also necessary. The biomechanical principles, failure mechanisms, and clinical outcomes associated with various cemented femoral stems are described in this comprehensive review. In addition, an updated version of an existing classification system is described that incorporates the primary design characteristics which differentiate implants currently in use. In this classification, implants are categorized as taper-slip (Type I), which are subdivided by Anatomic (IA), Double-Taper (IB), and Triple-Taper (IC) with subclassification for Traditional and Line-to-Line implants. Composite beam (Type II) implants are similarly divided into Anatomic (IIA), Straight (IIB), and Wedge (IIC) with subclassification for Polished, Satin, or Roughened finish. This classification system provides a basis for comparing cemented femoral stems, thereby improving our understanding of the effect of design characteristics on survivorship to guide future advancements and improve clinical outcomes.
Analysis of the energy management in the company irrigation elements for agriculture
Authors: Perellada Gamio María Rosa , Martínez Mercedes de la Caridad Albelo
Published: April 2024

This paper analyzes the necessary linkage that must exist between the behavior of energy management in the industries destined to produce elements for agricultural productions, in this case, part of the components of irrigation systems for agriculture, important systems to ensure favorable results in the characteristic crops of each season of the year, whether or not they are short cycle. The behavior of the energetic expense is fundamentally analyzed, mainly of the electric system and the support energetic systems that determine the conformation of the productions destined for the irrigation systems. Proposals are made that can contribute to diminishing the production costs in the productive entity and that can contribute to a decrease in the cost of obtaining the agricultural product.
Effects of irrigation methods on transpiration and water use efficiency of tomato
Authors: Yan Jun , Sun Meili , Lu Zizhu , Kong Lingwei , Wang Weixuan , Zhou Weiwei , Liang Bin , Li Junliang , Lv Haofeng
Published: April 2024

Objective: To explore the effect of high-frequency drip irrigation on the physiological water savings of facility tomatoes. Methods: A pot experiment was conducted to study the effects and mechanisms of conventional flood irrigation (CFI) and high-frequency drip irrigation (HDI) on the transpiration and water use efficiency of tomatoes. Results: a. During the whole growth period, the irrigation times of high-frequency drip irrigation were 44 times, which was 3.4 times of traditional flood irrigation, and the irrigation amount was only 71.0% of flood irrigation. However, there was no significant difference in fruit, stem, or leaf dry weight between the two treatments (p > 0.05). b. The average transpiration of tomatoes under high-frequency drip irrigation was 28.95 L/plant, which was significantly lower than that under traditional flood irrigation by 24.6%. c. Compared with conventional flood irrigation, high-frequency drip irrigation treatment significantly increased irrigation water use efficiency (biomass/irrigation volume) and water physiological use efficiency (biomass/transpiration volume) by 21.2% and 14.2%, respectively (p < 0.05). d. Compared with conventional flood irrigation, high-frequency drip irrigation significantly decreased tomato leaf area, stomatal conductance, and transpiration rate by 32.6%, 69.8%, and 54.3%, respectively, and significantly increased leaf δ13C value (p < 0.05). Conclusion: High-frequency drip irrigation can not only reduce the amount of irrigation, and improve the utilization efficiency of irrigation water, but also put the plant in a certain state of water deficit, reduce leaf area, stomatal conductance, and transpiration rate, and then significantly reduce transpiration water consumption, improve the physiological water use efficiency of tomatoes, and realize physiological water savings.
Single Phase Sine-Wave Inverter with High DC Bus Utilization Using Natural Compensation
Authors: Dasgupta Sukanya , Maiti Dipten , Biswas Sujit
Published: April 2024

Abstract- In this paper, a new fixed frequency single phase sine-wave inverter topology - having high DC bus utilization - is presented. The main inverter uses six IGBT switches operating at low frequency in over-modulation mode to create a five-level voltage waveform; thus, having low switching losses with high DC bus utilization. A series active power filter (SAPF) using power MOSFETs helps to remove the major harmonic voltages. No isolated DC power supply is required across the SAPF that works on a simple feed-forward compensation (instead of feedback), based on the principle of natural compensation. The DC bus voltage needed for the SAPF is about half of the inverter, thus the SAPF has low switching loss even at the designated switching frequency. The switching frequency components of the SAPF remain in the output as they are not compensated, necessitating the use of a small filter at the output to attenuate them, to create a low total harmonic distortion output voltage with higher fundamental compared to the conventional schemes using Sinusoidal Pulse Width Modulation. The proposed inverter is suitable for fixed frequency backup power supply or other applications like renewable energy connection to the power grid.
Development and Piloting of One Health Curriculum in Jordan
Authors: Abutarbush Sameeh , Alsawalha Lora , Hamdallah Alaa , Hawawsheh Majid , Mahrous Heba , Elizz Nour
Published: April 2024

Background: During implementation of OH approach in Jordan, there was an obvious need to develop a OH curriculum or a package to orientate human, animal, and environmental health officials and professionals on OH concept and approach. The aim of this study is to describe the development of a OH curriculum and piloting experience for human, animal, and environmental officials and professionals in Jordan.
Methods: “One Health” curriculum was developed and consisted of 4 chapters/sections, each of which contains series of power point presentations that cover subject thoroughly and meet the learning objectives for each section. Four days workshops on OH curriculum was done for 4 cohorts of participants from the different OH partners. Each section starts and ends with a quick knowledge assessment consists of MCQs (pre- and post-chapter). Comparison of the pre- and post-chapter knowledge assessments scores/ results was used to provide data about the gained knowledge after the OH curriculum sessions completion.
Results: Of the total attendance, pre- and post- training quizzes were scored for 102 participants (816 quizzes). Wrong answers included wrong answers or the choice stating that the participant is not sure about the answer. Therefore, wrong answers mean that the participant does not know the answer, or have inaccurate knowledge. Pre-training scores for the different cohorts ranged from 29 to 36%, while post-training scores for the different cohorts ranged from 80 to 87%. Average pre-training scores for the different cohorts was 33%, while post-training scores was 83%. Knowledge gain percentage for the first section ranged from 41 to 62%, the second section 34 to 47%, third section 41 to 55%, and the fourth section 48 to 60%. Knowledge gain percentage for the first cohort ranged from 47 to 55%, the second cohort 44 to 62%, third cohort 41 to 60%, and the fourth cohort 34 to 58%. Overall, the average percentage of knowledge gain for the first, second, third, and fourth cohorts were 51, 53, 47, and 47%, respectively. The average percentage of knowledge gain for all cohorts was 50%.
Conclusions:
The developed OH curriculum improved different OH partners and officials understanding of the OH concept and approach.
Decision-making and its relationship to some basic offensive skills in female students’ basketball
Authors: Sahar Hurr Majeed  , Naima Zidan Khalaf
Published: April 2024

هدفت الدراسة الى التعرف على درجة اتخاذ القرار وعلاقتها ببعض المهارات  الأساسية الهجومية بكرة السلة للطالبات ، اذ يعد اتخاذ القرار قدرة الفرد على التوصل لحل مشكلة اعتراضية أو موقف محير، وذلك باختيار حل من البدائل الموجودة أو المبتكرة، وهذا الاختيار يعتمد على المعلومات التي جمعها الفرد حول المشكلة وعلى القيم والعادات والخبرة والتعليم والمهارات الفردية وتمتاز لعبة كرة السلة بوجود الكثير من المواقف المتغيرة اثناء المباراة وهي عبارة عن صراع قرارات بين اللاعب المهاجم الذي يتخذ قرار لأنهاء الهجمة بشكل صحيح، واللاعب المدافع الذي يتوجب عليه اتخاذ قرار سريع لمواجهة المهاجم ومنعه من تنفيذ قراره وإحباط محاولة التنفيذ. ومن خلال خبرة الباحثتان فقد تبلورت هذه المشكلة في وجود قصور في اتخاذ القرار لطالبات المرحلة الرابعة والذي ينعكس على إدائهن في اللعب، وتكمن مشكلة البحث بالتساؤل الاتي: هل لاتخاذ القرار علاقة ببعض المهارات الأساسية الهجومية بكرة السلة للطالبات، اذ فرضت الباحثتان وجود علاقة ارتباط بين اتخاذ القرار وبعض المهارات الأساسية الهجومية بكرة السلة لطالبات، كما اعتمدت الباحثتان المنهج الوصفي بأسلوب الدراسة المسحية والعلاقات الارتباطية، وتمثل مجتمع البحث بطالبات المرحلة الرابعة في كلية التربية البدنية وعلوم الرياضة للبنات / جامعة بغداد للعام الدراسي 2022-2023 والبالغ عددهن (83) طالبة تم اختيار عينة عددها (30) طالبة، و (3) طالبات للتجربة الاستطلاعية من مجتمع البحث، وتم اعتماد مقياس اتخاذ القرار واختبارات المهارات الأساسية الهجومية بكرة السلة، كما تم استخراج النتائج باستخدام المعالجات الاحصائية المناسبة من برنامج (SPSS) وعرض النتائج وتحليلها ومناقشتها، في ضوء النتائج تم التوصل إلى صياغة الاستنتاجات: أن أغلب الطالبات  يتمتعن بمستوى جيد من اتخاذ القرار  والمهارات الأساسية الهجومية بكرة السلة، وهنالك علاقة طردية بين اتخاذ القرار والمهارات الأساسية الهجومية بكرة السلة للطالبات، كما توصي الباحثتان باجراء إجراء دراسة تتناول العلاقة بين متغيرات البحث الحالي وبعض المتغيرات الأخرى، كما تقترح الباحثتان إجراء دراسة مماثلة على فئة الطلاب واللاعبين المتقدمين والشباب والناشئين لمختلف الفعاليات.
CONTROLE DA RENÚNCIA DE RECEITA PELO TRIBUNAL DE CONTAS DA UNIÃO À LUZ DO PRINCÍPIO DA EFICÁCIA
Authors: Garcia Fernando Augusto Matte
Published: April 2024

As renúncias de receita, ou gastos tributários, são tão antigas quanto à própria tributação. Objetiva-se realizar um debate teórico sobre o controle da renúncia de receita pelos Tribunais de Contas à luz do princípio de eficácia. Para isso, foi realizado um estudo bibliográfico com o intuito de compreender os diferentes diálogos teóricos dos autores que tratam sobre a temática em questão. Para isso, foram consultadas artigos, livros, tese, dissertações, nas bases de dados do Google Acadêmico, SciELO, banco de tese e dissertações da CAPES e a plataforma do TCU. A renúncia de receita é o ato em que o gestor público concede incentivos ou benefícios de natureza tributária, financeira e crediária para os cidadãos. Uma vez que a renúncia de receita é justificada pela intenção de mover a atuação dos agentes que optam por adotar essa ou aquela conduta levando em consideração entre outros fatores, a redução da carga tributária que normalmente lhes seria imposta, a eficiência da política tributária depende da capacidade da medida de, na prática induzir o comportamento dos particulares. Conclui-se que embora das benesses colhidas pelos governantes, estes devem observar que o ato de renunciar receitas deve ser acompanhado das medidas legais compensatórias previstas para tanto, sob pena de tal ato não ser validado pelo sistema jurídico pátrio.
O PAPEL DO TERAPEUTA OCUPACIONAL NA EDUCAÇÃO EM SAÚDE: UM RELATO DE EXPERIÊNCIA
Authors: Souza Aline Cristiane Lopes de , Souza Ana Beatriz dos Santos , Vasconcelos Adria Liene Reis , Pinto Sônia Claudia Almeida , Monteiro Rita de Cássia Gaspar
Published: April 2024

Introdução: As ações de Educação em Saúde (EDS) apoiam-se no conceito de promoção de saúde, uma vez que se caracterizam pela disseminação de práticas e conhecimentos em saúde, que auxiliam na prevenção de doenças e agravos. Dessa forma, dentre a equipe multiprofissional habilitada para a realização de EDS, destaca-se o terapeuta ocupacional. Objetivo: Este estudo objetiva relatar a experiência de acadêmicas de terapia ocupacional em ações realizadas para a promoção em educação e saúde dos usuários do SUS. Método: É um estudo descritivo, com uma abordagem qualitativa, do tipo relato de experiência, sobre os atendimentos de acadêmicas do curso de Terapia Ocupacional da Universidade do Estado do Pará (UEPA), em salas de espera com usuários do SUS. Resultados e Discussões: As atividades de educação em saúde ocorriam semanalmente, totalizando 8 ações ao final da prática, que tinham como objetivos a promoção de saúde, propiciar informações, verificar os conhecimentos dos participantes e incentivar a inserção de hábitos saudáveis e de prevenção à saúde. Conclusão: Desse modo, observou-se a importância da prática de educação em saúde, para proporcionar um espaço de disseminação de informações, debates, trocas de vivências e relatos para o público assistido, além de auxiliar na formação profissional das acadêmicas.
MỘT SỐ YẾU TỐ LIÊN QUAN VỚI THOÁI HÓA KHỚP GỐI Ở NGƯỜI BỆNH ĐÁI THÁO ĐƯỜNG CAO TUỔI TẠI BỆNH VIỆN LÃO KHOA TRUNG ƯƠNG
Authors: Nguyễn Ngọc Tâm , Trần Viết Lực , Vũ Thị Thanh Huyền
Published: April 2024

Mục tiêu: Mô tả một số yếu tố liên quan với THK gối ở người bệnh ĐTĐ cao tuổi. Đối tượng và phương pháp nghiên cứu: Nghiên cứu bệnh chứng được thực hiện trên đối tượng người cao tuổi mắc ĐTĐ tại bệnh viện Lão khoa trung ương năm 2023. ĐTĐ được chẩn đoán theo ADA (American Diabetes Association 2022). THK gối được chẩn đoán theo ACR (the American College of Rheumatology 1991). Kết quả: Có 256 đối tượng được tuyển vào nghiên cứu, tuổi trung bình 75,2 ± 6,8 năm, nữ 73,7%. Nhóm bệnh nhân mắc THK gối 118 người (46,1%). Các yếu tố liên quan với gia tăng tỷ suất chênh mắc THK gối: tuổi cao (1,67 95%CI:1,01-2,74), nữ (OR 2,13, 95%CI 1,26 – 3,60), HbA1c cao, rối loạn chuyển hóa lipid (OR 2,34, 95%CI 1,40 – 3,87), biến chứng mạch máu nhỏ (OR 3,68, 95% 1,13 – 6,33), tiền sử nhập viện trong 12 tháng (OR 1,81, 95%CI 1,07 – 3,05), sarcopenia (OR 2,15, 95%CI 1,30 – 3,55), trầm cảm (OR 4,23, 95%CI 2,47 – 7,26). Kết luận: Cần có nghiên cứu theo dõi dọc giúp xác định yếu tố nguy cơ làm gia tăng nguy cơ mắc mới THK gối ở người bệnh ĐTĐ.
KHẢO SÁT TỶ LỆ RỐI LOẠN LO ÂU VÀ MỘT SỐ YẾU TỐ LIÊN QUAN Ở BỆNH NHÂN SAU NHIỄM COVID-19
Authors: Đỗ Đức Thuần , Phạm Ngọc Thảo
Published: April 2024

Mục tiêu: Nghiên cứu tỷ lệ rối loạn lo âu và một số yếu tố liên quan ở bệnh nhân sau nhiễm COVID-19. Phương pháp: Tổng số 111 bệnh nhân sau nhiễm COVID-19 được thu thập từ tháng 2/2022 tới tháng 5/2022 tại Bệnh viện Quân y 103. Rối loạn lo âu được đánh giá bằng bộ câu hỏi đánh giá Lo âu – Trầm cảm – Stress (DASS-21). Phân tích phương sai được sử dụng để so sánh điểm đánh giá rối loạn lo âu giữa các nhóm sau nhiễm COVID-19 mức độ nhẹ, vừa và nặng. Kết quả: Tỷ lệ bệnh nhân sau nhiễm COVID-19 có rối loạn lo âu là 22.5%. Tăng về điểm đánh giá rối loạn lo âu được quan sát ở nhóm bệnh nhân có hút thuốc là và sau nhiễm COVID-19 mức độ năng. Kết luận: Tăng tỷ lệ rối loạn lo âu ở bệnh nhân sau nhiễm COVID-19. Hút thuốc lá và sau nhiễm COVID-19 mức độ nặng làm tăng tỷ lệ rối loạn lo âu ở nhóm bệnh nhân sau nhiễm COVID-19.
The Most Unkindest Cut of All
Authors: Brown Aaron
Published: April 2024

When a fee decrease is actually a fee increase in the world of fine art and luxury goods auctions.
Is There Enough Capital to Keep the World Economy Growing?
Authors: Bogni Rudi
Published: April 2024

The global sentiment of impotence, pessimism, and division doesn�t help make the answer a positive one.
Psi Ops
Authors: Tudball Daniel
Published: April 2024

The increasing viability of quantum computing prompts us to catch up with David Orrell on his ongoing mission to incorporate lessons from quantum mechanics into finance.
Effects of Simulated Surface Roughness on Flow Characteristics in Symmetrical Airfoil
Authors:   B.E 2nd Year, Department of Aerospace Engineering. Chandigarh University, Gharuan, Punjab- 140413
Published: April 2024

Managing wing roughness to reduce drag and support by contributing towards the stabilization. This work is inspired by the phenomenon of sand paper to investigate the concept of roughness control on an aircraft wing. Similar to the quality of the sand paper based on the grate of the sand paper, the concept of providing rough detail on wings can reduce skin drag and increase aerodynamic efficiency. Using an integrated plane design optimization, we use wind tunnel measurements to investigate the effects of boundary fabric, response behavior and overall attenuations. The study investigated how roughness control interacts with other design elements such as wing shape and material selection to achieve the best aerodynamic performance. This research is helping develop next-generation aircraft that use roughness-inspired designs to achieve significant fuel savings and environmental benefits through effective coordination. Keywords – CFD, Surface Roughness , Aerodynamic Efficiency.
Remote Machine Management via Raspberry Pi and the Internet of Things
Authors:   PG Student, Department of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering, Sharad Chandra Pawar College of Engineering, Otur, India./, Sumit Lohote
Published: April 2024

Today, automation is really important in our lives and in industries. Many big and small companies need to automate their processes. This project is about managing systems using a special type of web server called Embedded Web-server (EWS). With so many electronic devices at home, work, or anywhere else, it's becoming more important to control them remotely. When people travel for work or other reasons, they still want to be able to control their appliances. So, automation is crucial. This project aims to let users control machines using a web server, which is secure and easy to use from anywhere. The control webpage is made using a programming language called PHP and requires a username and password to access. Through this webpage, users can turn switches on and off over the internet. These switches are connected to a tiny computer called a Raspberry Pi, which is connected to various home appliances. The Raspberry Pi uses its pins to communicate with the webpage. It controls the flow of electricity to the appliances through special switches called relay switches. This means you can control your appliances from far away using the Raspberry Pi and the internet. Keywords: Electromagnetic relay switches, Raspberry pi, Sensors, Weaved cloud services.
WIRELESS SENSOR NETWORKS FOR WATER QUALITY MONITORING
Authors:   Dept of ECE   Guru Nanak Institute of Technology  Hyderabad,India, B. Mrs.Ramyasree
Published: April 2024

In our cities, many times we see that the garbage bins or dustbins placed at public places are overflowing. It creates unhygienic conditions for people. Also, it creates ugliness to that place.At the same time bad smell is also spread.To avoid all such situations, we have implemented a project called GSM based smart dustbins for smart cities.In this, dustbin is interfaced with microcontroller-based system having IR wireless system. If the dustbin is loaded with garbage, the status will be displayed on the screen. If the garbage is not collected in specific time, then SMS will be sent to the person informing that dustbin is not cleaned yet. At the same time, status report will be updated so that the sweeper for contractor responsible for the cleanliness can be question for the delay..Hence an automatic system can be designed to maintain the city Clean with the help of electronics. However, we see that in case there is some festival or some function, lots of garbage material is generated by people in that particular area. In such cases the garbage dustbin gets immediately full and then it overflows which creates many problems. So, in situations, with help of our project the government authority person can get SMS immediately. So, they will get SMS before their periodic interval visit of picking up the dustbin. Then they can go and pick up the dustbins. After every pick-up interval the dustbins will be under servicing, while every dustbin’s individual battery will be charged under the guidance of NMC.
PENGARUH ONLINE CUSTOMER REVIEW, HARGA DAN ONLINE CUSTOMER RATTING TERHADAP KEPUTUSAN PEMBELIAN MELALUI TOKOPEDIA (Studi Pada Konsumen Toko Online Ventela Store Official di Kota Medan)
Authors: Purba Eko Arianto , Safrin Feby Aulia
Published: April 2024

This study aims to analyze how the influence of online customer reviews, prices and online customer ratting on consumer purchasing decisions Ventela store in Medan city. The influence between online costumer reviews, prices and online costumer ratting will be analyzed partially and simultaneously on employee performance. The form of research used in this research is quantitative research with an associative approach. Sampling was done through non-probability sampling techniques and used 100 respondents as samples. The research findings show that: The results of this study indicate that Online customer review and Online customer review have a significant effect, both partially and simultaneously (together) on consumer purchasing decisions. However, price has no significant effect on consumer purchasing decisions. Thus, the results of this study make an important contribution to the management of Ventela stores in Medan city in improving marketing strategies and employee performance management. Ventela store management can utilize online customer reviews and ratings as one of the factors that can improve consumer purchasing decisions and employee performance.
ANALISIS EKSPOR, IMPOR TERHADAP NERACA PERDAGANGAN DI EMPAT NEGARA EMERGING MARKET (RITI)
Authors: Darmawan Alvin , Sari Wahyu Indah
Published: April 2024

The goal of international trade between nations is to promote economic expansion. Based on the trade balance's findings, indicators of a nation's performance in international trade can be examined. The rate of economic growth, which can be evaluated from a number of angles, including the value of imports and exports, which affect a nation's trade balance, can be used to characterize a country's degree of success. The purpose of this study is to ascertain the short- and long-term effects of GDP, exports, imports, exchange rates, and GDP on the trade balance in four emerging market nations. The ARDL Panel Method was used to collect data from the World Bank between 2012 and 2022 for this study. There are therefore both long-term and short-term relationships. Over an extended period, the trade balance is largely influenced by exports, GDP, and exchange rates. Exports, meanwhile, have an immediate impact on the trade balance.
Experimental study on a novel wettability alteration agent in tight sandstone gas reservoir
Authors:   China University of Petroleum, Zhu Q. , Jiang G. ,   China University of Petroleum, Qi X. ,   China University of Petroleum
Published: April 2024

This paper introduces a hydrophobic wettability alteration agent named FCS that effectively eliminates «water blocking» by forming a tight molecular film on the sandstone surface. Wettability alteration experiments show that a tight molecular film forms, making it hydrophobic with a contact angle greater than 90°. The inner wall of a capillary tube after FCS treatment changes from liquidwetting to gas-wetting, and the capillary pressure becomes a positive driving force. Experimental study demonstrates that altering wettability of tight sandstone to produce a hydrophobic surface is a viable method for recovering permeability and eliminating «water blocking». Keywords: water blocking, wettability alteration, tight gas sandstone reservoir, hydraulic fracturing.
Afrontamiento al estrés académico y su relación con la impulsividad en adolescentes.
Authors: Páez Lucina Jelani , Vásquez de la Bandera Cabezas Fabricio Alejandro
Published: April 2024

Introducción: El estrés académico ha sido considerado como uno de los principales problemas de salud psicológica a nivel mundial en adolescentes y jóvenes, el cual en ocasiones conlleva consecuencias como la impulsividad. Objetivo: Determinar la relación entre afrontamiento al estrés académico e impulsividad en una muestra de 115 adolescentes (57% mujeres y 33% hombres). Métodos: Enfoque cuantitativo, a su vez, diseño no experimental, de corte transversal y alcance correlacional. Se utilizó la escala de Afrontamiento al estrés académico (a-cea), del Dr. Ramón Cabanach (2008), versión Argentina por Godino, 2016 y la Escala de impulsividad de Barrat (BIS 11) del Dr. Ernest Barrat (1959), adaptación chilena por Salvo & Castro en el año 2013. Resultados: Se halló una correlación negativa leve entre ciertos factores de las variables estudiadas. Del mismo modo se identificó una media de 70.1 en el total de afrontamiento y una de 55.4 en el total de impulsividad de los participantes. Así mismo, en la comparación de medias por dimensiones de impulsividad según el género, no se hallaron diferencias significativas entre hombres y mujeres. Conclusiones: Se determinó que un adecuado afrontamiento al estrés académico es un factor protector ante la presencia de impulsividad en adolescentes; es decir, a mayor capacidad de afrontamiento, menores niveles de impulsividad.
Tuyển chọn chủng vi khuẩn hoạt lực cao về khả năng cố định nitơ và tổng hợp indole-3-acetic acid (IAA) từ đất trồng ngô tại huyện Phú Lương, tỉnh Thái Nguyên
Authors: Anh Hoàng Thị Lan , Thủy Hoàng Thị , Chí Trần Văn
Published: April 2024

Mục đích của nghiên cứu là tuyển chọn được chủng vi khuẩn có hoạt lực cao về khả năng cố định nitơ và tổng hợp Indole-3-acetic acid (IAA) từ đất trồng ngô tại một số địa phương ở tỉnh Thái Nguyên, nhằm hướng tới sử dụng vào phát triển sản phẩm phân hữu cơ vi sinh. Từ 30 mẫu đất trồng ngô thu thập tại Thái Nguyên đã phân lập được 6 chủng vi khuẩn đều thể hiện hai hoạt tính nói trên. Từ đó tuyển chọn được chủng MN7 có hoạt tính cố định nitơ và sinh tổng hợp IAA tương ứng với 20,165 µg/ml NH4+ khi nuôi cấy trên môi trường Ashby và 115,907 µg/ml IAA trên môi trường Ashby bổ sung 0,1% L-Tryptophan. So sánh trình tự gen 16S rRNA của chủng MN7 với các loài đã công bố trên ExTaxon cho thấy, chủng MN7 có mức độ tương đồng 99,93% với Azotobacter chroococcum subsp. chroococcum IAM 12666T (AB175653). Sơ đồ phả hệ của chủng MN7 được sắp xếp thành một nhóm với chi Azotobacter. Trong nhóm của chi Azotobacter, chủng MN7 gần nhất với loài AB175653. Do vậy, chủng MN7 được đặt tên khoa học là Azotobacter chroococcum subsp. chroococcum MN7. Khảo sát đặc điểm nuôi cấy cho thấy chủng Azotobacter chroococcum subsp. chroococcum MN7 có khả năng sinh 11 loại enzyme, có khả năng đồng hóa các nguồn carbon, bao gồm D-glucose, L-arabinose, D- mannose,… và có khả năng sinh Indole và chuyển hóa nitrate thành nitrite.
Political Discourse Analysis in Deliberative Processes: Application to the Public Debate on Mineral Waters in Brazil
Authors: Alvim da Silva Ana Eliza Ferreira , Carvalho de Almeida Giulya , Castro Alcântara Valderí de , Pereira José Roberto
Published: April 2024

Two Brazilian cities in the southern region of the state of Minas Gerais have engaged in public debate on the exploitation of their mineral waters by the private sector, with prompted contestation from organised civil society and other actors to the governmental decision. This study aimed to analyse that public debate using the theoretical-methodological approach of argument analysis within critical discourse analysis (CDA). A news report and a legal text formed the corpus of analysis as representative of ongoing argumentations because these discourses can influence public policy decision-making. The results showed how the controversy is rooted mainly in the conflict of values between two parties – on the one hand, the concern over sustainability and environmental conservation, cultural identity, the concept of water as a common good, and the defence of public participation and, on the other hand, the predominance of values focused on economic development and the efficiency of financial management of resources.
Kegiatan Skrining Kadar Air Dan Minyak Kulit Pada Populasi Lanjut Usia
Authors: Linda Yulianti W  , Edwin Destra  , Farell Christian Gunaidi  , Gracienne Gracienne  , Kanaya Fide Kusuma
Published: April 2024

The largest organ in the human body, the epidermis, serves as the primary barrier against environmental factors that may arise from the outside. Xerosis cutis is a skin condition that causes dry skin. It's caused by a number of things, including the activity of sebaceous and sweat glands decreasing with age, which lowers the amount of water in the stratum corneum and causes moisture loss. This can lead to disturbances in daily activities and a decline in sleep quality. In France, mild to moderate-severe dry skin is prevalent at a rate of 55.65%, while its prevalence is 9%. At Hana Nursing Home, sixty people attended the geriatric population screening activity, with a mean age of 78 years. During this activity, the left hand demonstrated an average water and oil content of 36.6% and 16.4%, respectively. In contrast, the right hand displayed an average water and oil content of 33.7% and 15.1%, respectively. The aim of this activity is to enhance participants' understanding of the significance of maintaining an optimal level of hydration in their epidermis.
Identifying risk for status epilepticus with the ADAN scale: a prospective multicenter validation study
Authors: Restrepo-Vera Juan Luis , Sala-Padró Jacint , Parejo-Carbonell Beatriz , Ciurans Jordi , Becerra Juan Luis , Veciana Misericòrdia , Campos Daniel , García-Morales Irene , Quintana Manuel , Santamarina Estevo
Published: April 2024

Objetivo. El estado epiléptico (EE) es una enfermedad grave con elevada mortalidad. Este estudio tiene como objetivo validar la escala ADAN, propuesta recientemente para identificar pacientes con alto riesgo de desarrollar un EE. Método. Se realizó un estudio prospectivo, multicéntrico y observacional que incluyó a pacientes adultos con sospecha de crisis epilépticas. Se llevó a cabo un reclutamiento consecutivo durante 27 meses en los servicios de urgencias (SU) de cuatro hospitales. La variable principal fue la proporción de pacientes que cumplían criterios para EE. Se han recopilado y analizado las características clínicas y la puntuación en la escala ADAN a su llegada al SU. Resultados. Se reclutaron 527 pacientes, de los cuales 203 (38,5%) cumplieron criterios de EE. En el análisis de regresión múltiple, se demostró que el habla anormal, la desviación ocular, los automatismos y el número de crisis epilépticas motoras fueron las únicas variables independientemente asociadas con un diagnóstico final de EE (p < 0,001). La capacidad predictiva de la escala fue del 90,9% (intervalo de confianza del 95%, 88,4-93,4) para identificar el EE como diagnóstico final. Se establecieron tres grupos de riesgo: bajo (0-1 puntos: 8,7%), moderado (2: 46,6%) y alto (> 2: 92,6%). Una puntuación de corte > 1 punto proporcionó una sensibilidad del 88,2%, especificidad del 77,8%, valor predictivo positivo del 71,3% y valor predictivo negativo del 91,3% para predecir el EE. Conclusiones. La escala ADAN es una herramienta clínica simple y validada de manera prospectiva para identificar, en los SU, a los pacientes con elevado riesgo de EE.
Short-term Vitamin D Supplementation for Non-Diabetic Elder Egyptians: Effects on Glycemic Indices and Lipid Profile
Authors: El Kerdasy Yasser A. , Ibrahim El Sayed Abouzid
Published: April 2024

Background and aim: Elderly populations are a susceptible group for many health risks. Vitamin D deficiency is a common health problem among elderly populations. It is associated with different harmful effects, especially increased insulin resistance and liability for development of diabetes mellitus. The value of vitamin D supplementation on glycemic indices produced heterogenous results. This work aimed to evaluate the value of vitamin D supplementation (10000 IU, three times a week for six months) on glycemic indices, mainly insulin resistance.

Methodology: This study included 100 apparently healthy elder subjects. They were randomly divided into two equal groups, the intervention and the control groups. The intervention group received vitamin D supplementation by 10000 IU three times a week for 6 months. However, the control (placebo) group, received a placebo at the same time for the same period. Laboratory values (vitamin D, fasting blood glucose and insulin, insulin resistance indicator (HOMA-IR) and lipid profiles) were measured at inclusion in the study and after 6 months of treatment. In addition, demographic characteristics were documented.

Results:  At basal point, both intervention and control groups were comparable regarding patient demographics and all laboratory workup values. There was slight increase of males than females in both groups. The mean age was 68.32±3.93 and 69.60±3.75 years in intervention and control groups respectively. After the six months of vitamin D supplementation, the intervention group had significantly higher levels of vitamin D than the control group (28.48±3.58 vs 12.42±1.99 ng/ml, respectively). However, the values of fasting glucose, fasting insulin, HOMA-IR and total cholesterol were significantly reduced in the intervention than the control group. In the intervention group, all laboratory work-up values showed significant changes at the end of the study duration than basal values. For example, vitamin-D values were increased from 11.66±2.20 to 28.48±3.58 ng/ml.

Conclusion: Supplementation with cholecalciferol for 6 months is associated with improvement of vitamin D status, insulin resistance indicator (HOMA-IR), overall glycemic indices and lipid profile in healthy elder Egyptians.
Aesthetic Outcomes of Botulinum Toxin Injection for Management of Disfiguring Forehead Scars
Authors: Abdelmaksoud Saber M. , Rashwan Barakat Abdelreheem Mahmoud , Omran Ahmed M.
Published: April 2024

Objectives: The evaluation of the aesthetic outcomes of Botulinum toxin A (BTXA) injection after the excision of disfiguring forehead scars.

Patients and Methods: 30 patients with forehead scars underwent surgical excision under local anesthesia and BTXA injection (50U/ml) after skin closure. Patients were evaluated preoperatively, at 6 and 12 months postoperatively (PO) for the evaluation of outcomes using the patient's self-assessment scar scale, the Patient and Observer Scar Assessment Scale (POSAS), and The Stony Brook Scar Evaluation Scale (SBSES). Patients' satisfaction was evaluated before and after PO using a 10-point visual analogue scale (VAS).

Results: At 12-months PO, the aesthetic outcome was very satisfactory by 18 patients, satisfactory by 5 patients, and good by 3 patients, while 4 patients found the aesthetic outcome fair and poor with a significantly higher PO satisfaction score compared to the preoperative score. PO scores of the scar-assessment scales showed progressive improvements with significant differences in comparison to preoperative scores and between 6- and 12-months scores. The satisfaction score was negatively related to female gender and body mass index (BMI). Regression analysis defined a high pre-procedural patient's self-assessment scar scale and low SBSES scores as negative significant predictors of high satisfaction.

Conclusion: BTXA injection after excision of disfiguring forehead scars provided highly satisfactory outcomes with a reduction of the scar width, irrespective of the scar shape.
Análise transnacional de sistemas esportivos
Authors: Godoy Leticia , Santos-Lise Natasha , Mezzadri Fernando Marinho
Published: April 2024

Objetivo do estudo: o presente ensaio busca refletir, sob a perspectiva de uma discussão teórica, acerca da possibilidade de comparação entre sistemas esportivos de diferentes países, com base no livro “Sport Policy Systems and Sport Federations: a cross-national perspective”.Metodologia/abordagem: Discussão com base na abordagem teórica de Scheerder, Willem e Claes (2017), que definem indicadores plausíveis para uma análise de cunho comparativo entre sistemas esportivos de diferentes países.Originalidade/Relevância: Embora o foco da abordagem teórica utilizada seja a comparação majoritariamente entre países europeus, entende-se que esta temática, junto aos indicadores de comparação expostos, possa auxiliar na reflexão do sistema brasileiro esportivo, haja vista as escassas discussões e debates teóricos a este respeito.Principais resultados: Os principais resultados da reflexão se referem à possibilidade de comparação entre Brasil e países do leste europeu, centrando na perspectiva de intervenção Estatal, como um indicador.Contribuições teóricas/metodológicas: O presente ensaio contribui no sentido de apresentar novos indicadores para comparação com outros sistemas esportivos, que permitam a discussão para o desenvolvimento do sistema brasileiro, de forma efetiva e com base teórica.
Consumption of collectible experiences in different tourist destinations
Authors: Silva Maria Natalia Ferreira da , Costa Marconi Freitas da
Published: April 2024

Purpose: This research aims to analyze whether productivity orientation, change-seeking, and materialism influence the consumption of collectible experiences in different tourist destinations.Design/methodology/approach: It was necessary to carry out a quantitative research, of a single cross-section, with a non-probabilistic sampling for convenience. An online survey was adopted using the snowball technique to collect the data. The sample has 601 participants and the data were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling. An online survey was conducted over 7 days, starting on October 12, 2020, and concluding on October 18, 2020, to analyze and interpret the data collected from the survey. Originality: The findings of this investigation show that individuals who collect tourist experiences are oriented towards productivity. That is, they are concerned with using time productively and doing as many activities as they can, like visiting as many tourist destinations as possible in the shortest possible time.Findings: The results indicate that productivity orientation and change-seeking positively influence the consumption of collectible experiences in different tourist destinations. That shows that individuals want to visit new places and have different experiences while optimizing their time and changing their routine. Theoretical/methodological contributions: The productivity orientation positively influences change-seeking. In turn, it is emphasized that materialism does not have a positive influence on the consumption of the aforementioned experiences.
Barreiras e facilitadores na implementação de programas educacionais em prisões
Authors: Santos Silvana Maria Aparecida Viana , Viana Silvanete Cristo
Published: April 2024

Este estudo investigou as complexidades envolvendo as barreiras e os facilitadores na implementação de programas educacionais em prisões, com o propósito de identificar e examinar em profundidade os elementos que influenciam a eficácia desses programas. O foco principal foi explorar estratégias para superar os desafios encontrados e como os facilitadores podem ser empregados para reforçar a educação prisional, considerando-a uma ferramenta vital para a ressocialização. Adotou-se como metodologia uma revisão sistemática da literatura, analisando publicações que discorrem sobre experiências e práticas no âmbito da educação em ambientes carcerários. A análise evidenciou que as principais barreiras incluem, mas não se limitam a infraestrutura precária, falta de capacitação profissional adequada, desafios inerentes à segurança, questões psicossociais enfrentadas pelos detentos, e restrições relativas ao financiamento e às políticas públicas. Entre os facilitadores, foram ressaltadas as sinergias criadas por parcerias entre diferentes esferas, a adoção de tecnologias educacionais, a inovação nos programas propostos e o engajamento comunitário. Conclui-se enfatizando a essencialidade de adotar abordagens que sejam ao mesmo tempo integradas e colaborativas, visando não apenas superar as barreiras identificadas, mas também para potencializar os esforços de promoção de uma educação prisional que seja verdadeiramente eficaz e inclusiva, delineando caminhos para práticas e políticas que fortaleçam o papel da educação no processo de reintegração social dos detentos.
Implantação de hortas agroecológicas: uma visão de educação alimentar e ambiental para escolas do Município de Redenção-CE
Authors: Mango Bernardino Domingos , Joaquim Júnior Carlos Zacarias , Embalo Diana , N´bali Nelito Nhanca , Sanó Lamine , Costa Nancy da , Embaná Marcos Domingos , Kór Dionísio Gomes , Fernandes Noémio Luís , Té Aladje Clisse , Ambrósio Marchante Olímpio Assura
Published: April 2024

O cultivo de hortas nas escolas é indicado para que as crianças possam conhecer e aprender a cuidar de pequenos animais e vegetais, conteúdos essenciais do aprendizado desta fase. Além de possibilidade de mudanças   comportamentais na alimentação e convívio social, pela necessidade de perspectivas de um futuro e um ambiente de estudo para alunos, professores e pais, gerando a inclusão social de crianças e jovens, além de gerar oportunidades de ocupação sobre sustentabilidade, aprendizagem de hábitos alimentares saudáveis, mercado informal e um campo extraclasse de atividade pedagógica. Diante disso, o presente trabalho tem como objetivo promover a produção agroecológica de hortaliças através de hortas escolares para contribuir com a educação alimentar e ambiental para alunos do ensino médio e creche. O projeto foi realizado por estudantes do curso de Agronomia da Universidade da Integração Internacional da Lusofonia Afro-brasileira (UNILAB). Inicialmente foram realizadas visitas nas Escolas do Ensino Médio Camilo Brasiliense e na Creche Pedro Fernandes, localizadas no distrito de Antônio Diogo, município de Redenção-CE. Em seguida a aplicação de questionário semiestruturados para os alunos de EMM Camilo Brasiliense, com a finalidade de compreender o nível de entendimento dos alunos, sobre a montagem de hortas, produção vegetal e conhecimento de plantas medicinais da região, assim como as hortaliças preferidas na dieta alimentar dos alunos. Posteriormente a confecção de oficinas para construção de estruturas de implantação de hortas, assim como, os cuidados no manejo das mesmas. Isso contribuiu na produção de alimentos orgânicos adicionais nas merendas escolares. Por fim, percebeu-se uma evolução e a percepção dos alunos sobre a produção hortícola de diferentes tipos de culturas para a alimentação e para a saúde dos próprios alunos, através dos conhecimentos adquiridos ao longo das atividades desenvolvidas.