bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
How Green Growth, Institutional Quality and Globalization Impact Environmental Sustainability in the selected OBOR Economies: The Role of Energy Efficiency
Authors: Akram Muhammad , Quddoos Muhammad Umer , Aamir Muhammad
Published: December 2024

The quality of the environment is gradually declining dramatically due to mankind's activity, resulting in a threat to the sustainability of our ecosystem. However, this study investigated the problem by considering effective indicators such as green growth, institutional quality, globalization, and energy efficiency. Therefore, this study explores the nexus between green growth (GG), institutional quality (IQ), and globalization (Glb) with environmental sustainability (CO2). The study also includes Industrialization (Ind) and Trade Openness (ToP) as control variables. Moreover, the study contributes to the literature by predicting the net moderating potential effect of energy efficiency (EE) improvements on environmental sustainability.  The study employs the 18-year data for the period 2005 to 2022 from 96 selected OBOR countries.
The data sorting accounted for cross-sectional dependence (CSD), the Breusch-Pagan LM, Pesaran scaled LM, and Pesaran CD, 2007 tests were used and similarly for Slope Coefficient Heterogeneity (SCH), Pesaran, Yagmata. 2008 tests were used. The second generation method, Pescaran tests namely CIPS and CADF were used to check the stationarity of the data. This study employed the PMG-ARDL model for the data analysis. MG, AMG, and DFE estimates were also performed to check the robustness of the results of the model that unveil the long-run as well as short-run relationships. The long-run results revealed that GG, IQ, Ind, and ToP have a positive and significant relationship with CO2 whereas IQ has an inverse relationship. Similarly, in the short run GG, and Ind are positively significant with CO2. The moderation effect observed on GG and CO2 nexus is insignificant whereas the moderation effect on IQ and Glb has been seen as significant with CO2 nexuses. The finding indicates that when setting sustainable goals, it must review the determinants of CO2 emission specifically for OBOR economies, as environmental sustainability is more challenging than reducing pollution.
Editorial
Authors: Revista Estudios Ambientales Equipo Editorial
Published: December 2024

Estimados colegas y lectores: la Revista Estudios  Ambientales (REA) agradece los trabajos que  se  presentan  en el presente número  e  invita  a  quienes  deseen  publicar sus artículos  y comunicaciones  nos  las  envíen  a  través  del  mail  de contacto o desde la plataforma OJS de la revista.
En esta oportunidad presentamos un conjunto de trabajos fueron postulados a través de nuestra web y que consisten en resultados de investigaciones muy interesantes de autores que confiaron en REA y dan a conocer sus avances en ciencia.
Además el número 2, 2024 agrega un suplemento especial que reúne trabajos derivados de las II Jornadas Internacionales de Investigación y Acción sobre Residuos. Organizadas por la Red de Investigación y Acción sobre Residuos (RIAR), el Programa de Extensión “Espacio Inter y Transdisciplinario para una Economía Popular y Circular (EPyC)” de la Secretaria de Extensión de la Universidad Nacional del Centro de la Provincia de Buenos Aires (UNICEN) y el Centro de Investigaciones y Estudios Ambientales (CINEA) de la Facultad de Ciencias Humanas (FCH) de la UNICEN.
El segundo número Volumen 12, 2024 en la sección artículos originales se publican 8 trabajos. Se trata de temas de interés en la agenda ambiental internacional. Temáticas asociadas a la evaluación y análisis de la gestión hídrica en varias cuencas argentinas; la gestión de efluentes en sectores urbanos ambientalmente vulnerables, el diagnóstico del posicionamiento internacional de universidades de Argentina en la gestión ambiental y un diagnóstico y propuesta de aprovechamiento de residuos derivados del barrido urbano en la provincia de Misiones.
Aprovechamos a felicitar a autores, evaluadores y equipo editorial por garantizar la continuidad de la revista. Esperamos que colegas y lectores otorguen relevancia a las producciones del presente número. 
Les deseamos muchas felicidades en el próximo año 2025 e invitamos a dar a conocer la revista entre colegas y los saludamos muy cordialmente.
Variación de los parámetros de calidad de agua en función de la presencia del embalse Las Pirquitas en el río Del Valle
Authors: Demin Pablo Enrique
Published: December 2024

En la provincia de Catamarca, una de las principales cuencas es la del río Del Valle, que concentra poblaciones y actividad agrícola e industrial a lo largo de su recorrido. El río Del Valle desemboca en el embalse Las Pirquitas cuya función es almacenar y regular los caudales de este río. El objetivo de este trabajo fue determinar la influencia del embalse en la calidad del agua con fines de riego. Para ello se evaluó la calidad del agua antes de ingresar al embalse, aguas abajo del embalse y en uno de los canales principales de su sistema de riego, en distintas épocas del año. Los resultados obtenidos en los distintos puntos del muestreo de agua permitieron afirmar que la calidad del agua, por sus características físico-químicas, es aceptable a lo largo de todo el año. Como conclusión, según los momentos de muestreos realizados, el embalse no ejerce una influencia importante en la calidad del agua del río destinada a riego.  
Abstract
The Del Valle River basin in Catamarca province is the most significant in the region, supporting populations, agricultural, and industrial activities along its course. The river flows into the Las Pirquitas reservoir, which stores and regulates its water. This study aimed to assess the reservoir's impact on water quality for irrigation. Water quality was evaluated at three locations: before entering the reservoir, downstream of the reservoir, and at a main irrigation canal, across different times of the year. The results showed that the water quality, based on its physical-chemical characteristics, remains acceptable year-round for irrigation purposes.
Gestión de aguas residuales en una cuenca serrana bonaerense: análisis de actores y posturas
Authors: Díaz Adriana Alejandra , Rodriguez Corina Iris , Zulaica María Laura
Published: December 2024

La ciudad de Tandil presenta desde hace unas décadas un crecimiento urbanístico acelerado sobre ejes no previstos en la planificación territorial. Uno de ellos se sitúa en la cabecera de cuenca del Arroyo Langueyú, sobre la subcuenca del Arroyo La Cascada (CALC). Este sector no cuenta con servicios de agua potable ni sistema cloacal y, en consecuencia, los habitantes se abastecen de agua mediante perforaciones particulares al acuífero libre. Para la disposición de efluentes rige una ordenanza municipal que exige a las edificaciones contar con un sistema de tratamiento de aguas residuales propio. Sin embargo, se identifican una multiplicidad de sistemas de tratamiento que no siempre se enmarcan en la reglamentación y cuya implementación depende de la posibilidad e intereses individuales de los propietarios. Este trabajo buscó analizar el manejo de las aguas residuales en el contexto local a partir de un caso en la cuenca serrana del Arroyo La Cascada. Para ello se realizó la identificación de los actores involucrados en la gestión del agua, de las aguas residuales y del territorio en la cuenca, caracterizando sus posturas e intereses. Se realizó el mapeo de actores para obtener un estado de situación basado en entrevistas semiestructuradas. Los resultados permiten identificar posicionamientos diferenciados respecto al conocimiento del sistema y la posibilidad de implementar estrategias sustentables. Se resalta la importancia de fortalecer el diálogo en pos de la construcción de políticas exitosas basadas en un enfoque integral que permita comprender la dinámica de funcionamiento del sistema en su conjunto.
Abstract
Over the past few decades, the city of Tandil has experienced rapid urban growth, expanding into areas not anticipated in its territorial planning. One such area is located at the headwaters of the Langueyú stream basin, specifically within the La Cascada sub-basin. This region lacks access to drinking water and sewer services, leading residents to rely on boreholes to extract water from the unconfined aquifer. According to municipal regulations, buildings are required to have their own wastewater treatment systems. However, multiple systems in the area often fail to comply with these regulations, and their implementation largely depends on the residents' financial capacity and interests. This work aimed to analyze the wastewater management of La Cascada stream hilly basin as a case study. The research identified stakeholders involved in water, wastewater, and land management in the basin, mapping their positions and interests through semi-structured interviews. The stakeholders' varying levels of knowledge about the system and their differing perspectives on implementing sustainable strategies underscore the importance of enhancing dialogue to develop effective policies.
Recuperación del material activo anódico de baterías de Li-ion agotadas
Authors: Mendoza Pablo N. , Álvarez Micaela S. , Vergalito Agustín , Ortiz Mariela G.
Published: December 2024

Los avanzados e importantes desarrollos tecnológicos alcanzados en las últimas décadas tienen asociados el uso de materiales muy diversos y a la vez específicos que generan, una vez culminada la vida útil de esta tecnología, un número relevante de residuos asociados directamente a los materiales de estos sistemas. En este contexto tecnológico y añadido a la transición energética, se identifican las baterías de ion-Li que se introducen en el mercado y que, tras agotar su tiempo de utilidad, se mantienen en el sistema sin darle disposición final o recuperar sus materiales. En Latinoamérica hay pocas acciones que se refieren a la disposición de esta tecnología, por lo que se identifica como una necesidad trabajar en avances que permitan reacondicionar o reusar los materiales de las baterías de ion-Li (mayoritariamente polímeros y metales). En este trabajo se presenta el desmantelamiento, reacondicionamiento y reuso del material anódico, obteniéndose con ellos una vez acondicionados nuevos materiales anódicos con capacidades de alrededor de 350 mAh g-1 durante 20 ciclos de carga- descarga.
Abstract 
The significant technological advancements of recent decades have led to the use of diverse, specialized materials that generate significant waste once they reach the end of their life. In the context of technological development and energy transition, lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries are introduced into the market but often remain in the system without proper disposal or material recovery once they are exhausted. In Latin America, few actions refer to the availability of this technology, so there is a need to recondition or reuse the materials of Li-ion batteries, mostly polymers and metals. In Latin America, there are few initiatives addressing the disposal of this technology, highlighting the need for efforts focused on developing methods to recondition or reuse materials from Li-ion batteries, primarily polymers and metals. This study presents a process for dismantling, reconditioning, and reuse of anode materials, resulting in new anode materials with capacities of ≈ 350 mAh g-1 during 20 charge-discharge cycles.
El desarrollo de la GIRSU en Argentina. La incorporación de las cooperativas de reciclado en los sistemas de manejo de residuos
Authors: Sorroche Santiago
Published: December 2024

Este artículo analiza la forma en que el modelo de Gestión Integral de Residuos Sólidos Urbanos (GIRSU), el cual se ha configurado en los países desarrollados, fue implementado en nuestro país, dando cuenta de la forma en que, durante ese proceso, adquirió características particulares en función de la realidad social de la Argentina. De esta manera, analizaremos la constitución de este modelo para, a posteriori, dar cuenta de la forma en que este fue reconfigurando, lo que entendemos como un proceso de vernacularización, donde la población cartonera adquirió una centralidad en este reformulación e implementación, configurando un modelo específico que, aún hoy, sigue en disputa y en proceso de implementación.  
Abstract
This article examines the implementation of the Integrated Solid Waste Management (ISWM) model in Argentina, originally developed in industrialized countries, and how it has been adapted to the country's social context. We analyze the evolution of this model, framing it as a process of vernacularization, where waste pickers have played a central role in its reconfiguration. The resulting model remains contested and is still in the process of being fully implemented.
Amenaza y vulnerabilidad por basurales a cielo abierto. Aproximación al estado de situación en la provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina
Authors: Martínez Saucedo María de los Ángeles , Lacava Judith Elizabeth , Bernabeu Pamela Romina
Published: December 2024

Los basurales a cielo abierto constituyen un problema ambiental debido a la falta de control en la disposición de residuos sólidos urbanos. Estos sitios contaminan suelo, agua y aire, y exponen a las poblaciones que habitan en su cercanía a amenazas a la salud. Tomando como punto de partida la teoría social del riesgo, este artículo busca analizar la vulnerabilidad y amenaza por basurales a cielo abierto en la provincia de Buenos Aires, y hacer una primera aproximación al riesgo. El análisis realizado permitió describir las condiciones de vulnerabilidad y amenaza ofreciendo una primera aproximación al análisis del riesgo por municipio. 
Los resultados muestran que gran parte de la población de la provincia de Buenos Aires se encuentra en condiciones de vulnerabilidad media a alta, especialmente en áreas con mayor concentración de basurales a cielo abierto. La integración de indicadores georreferenciados en un modelo de análisis permitió realizar un diagnóstico preliminar, destacando la necesidad de políticas públicas que aborden tanto la gestión de residuos como la reducción de la vulnerabilidad social.
Abstract
Open-air landfills (Basurales a Cielo Abierto -BCA-) in Buenos Aires Province represent a significant environmental issue due to inadequate control over solid urban waste disposal. These sites expose local populations to health hazards by contaminating soil, water, and air. Drawing on social risk theory, this article aims to analyze the vulnerability and threats posed by open-air landfills in the province, providing a preliminary risk assessment. The analysis reveals that a large portion of the population lives in moderate to high vulnerability, particularly in areas with the highest concentration of open-air landfills. Using geo-referenced indicators within an analytical model, the study offers a diagnostic that underscores the need for public policies addressing both waste management and social vulnerability reduction
Fotografía de portada_Vol 12(2)
Authors: Gonzalez Nicolas
Published: December 2024

La modificación del Paisaje con la incorporación de energías renovables en las sierras de Tandil. La belleza del paisaje está en el ojo de quien lo ve.
Impact of Resilience Strategies and Developmental Policies on the Business Performance of Msmes in Krishnagiri District
Authors: Jayakumar H. , Chandran M.
Published: December 2024

Objectives: The study aims to identify and validate the components of resilience strategies employed by MSMEs in Krishnagiri district. Additionally, it seeks to measure the impact of these strategies and developmental policies on the business performance of MSMEs.
 
Methods: Primary data were collected from MSME owners and employees across 10 zones in Krishnagiri district. A total of 250 usable responses were gathered using a convenience sampling method, with 25 responses collected per zone. The data were analyzed using structural equation modeling to evaluate the significance and effectiveness of resilience strategies.
 
Results: The analysis revealed that resilience strategies are crucial for the recovery and sustained growth of MSMEs in the district. These strategies not only support business continuity but also contribute to the overall growth and development of MSMEs, ensuring long-term prudential benefits.
 
Conclusion: The study concludes that resilience strategies play an essential role in enabling MSMEs to navigate challenges posed by pandemics and natural disasters. By implementing robust resilience strategies, MSMEs can achieve successful business recovery and contribute significantly to economic development at both state and national levels.
#ACADEMICSKY
Authors: Monteiro Jean Carlos da Silva , Pereira Alexandre André Santos
Published: December 2024

Este artigo investiga a utilização da mídia social BlueSky pela comunidade acadêmica, com ênfase na análise da #AcademicSky, uma comunidade virtual dedicada ao incentivo à pesquisa e à disseminação de conteúdo acadêmico. O estudo busca compreender como a plataforma BlueSky, suas características e funcionalidades, têm sido apropriadas por pesquisadores e acadêmicos para promover discussões científicas e compartilhar conhecimentos. A pesquisa adota uma abordagem descritiva e exploratória, utilizando a Netnografia como método principal, complementada por uma revisão bibliográfica para contextualizar o uso de mídias sociais na comunicação científica. A Netnografia permitiu a observação das interações e dinâmicas sociais da comunidade #AcademicSky, oferecendo insights sobre sua relevância na construção de redes de colaboração e no aumento da visibilidade de pesquisas acadêmicas. Os resultados indicam que a BlueSky, através da #AcademySky, contribui significativamente para o fomento de novas formas de interação entre pesquisadores, facilitando o acesso a informações e promovendo o intercâmbio de ideias e experiências acadêmicas.
AS REPERCUSSÕES DAS TRANSFORMAÇÕES SOCIETÁRIAS CONTEMPORÂNEAS NA POLÍTICA DE EDUCAÇÃO E SUA INFLEXÕES PARA O SIGILO PROFISSIONAL DOS/AS ASSISTENTES SOCIAIS NO ÂMBITO EDUCACIONAL
Authors: Felinto Jamile Borges Nunes , Silva Flavio Jose Souza
Published: December 2024

O Serviço Social, consolida-se na fase imperialista do capitalismo, surgindo como produto da burguesia para atender as demandas sociais postas pela luta de classes. Diante disso, a partir de uma abordagem qualitativa, com enfoque na pesquisa exploratória e na pesquisa bibliográfica, o artigo possui como objetivo analisar as transformações societárias contemporâneas que repercutem na Política de Educação, e como essas inflexões afetam o sigilo profissional das Assistentes Sociais no âmbito escolar. Para tanto, considerando a conjuntura do modo de produção capitalista da materialização do neoliberalismo no Brasil, discorremos sobre as contrarreformas que afetam a Política de Educação no país, e como afetam o fazer profissional das Assistentes Sociais no âmbito escolar, analisando a aplicação do sigilo profissional nesse contexto, com enfoque no Código de Ética do/a Assistentes Social de 1993 e a Resolução CFESS 493/2006. Ademais, discutiremos o processo de renovação do Serviço Social no Brasil, com ênfase na perspectiva de intenção de ruptura e seus efeitos sobre a compreensão do sigilo profissional como uma ferramenta essencial da profissão. Por fim, ressalta-se a importância do desenvolvimento de uma consciência crítica no Serviço Social, especialmente, no que diz respeito aos processos capitalistas que estruturam a sociedade contemporânea. Assim, o debate sobre o sigilo profissional é fundamental para entender a profissão e definir sua prática dentro da divisão do trabalho.
Torto Arado: Retrato da Identidade Regional na Literatura Brasileira
Authors: Dias Pablo Emmanuel Araújo
Published: December 2024

Neste trabalho exploraremos o papel do regionalismo e sua representação na literatura brasileira, com foco na obra Torto Arado de Itamar Vieira Junior. Este romance, vencedor do Prêmio LeYa em 2018, narra a vida de duas irmãs no sertão baiano e mergulha profundamente em questões relacionadas à relação com a terra, às tradições culturais e aos conflitos sociais. Nosso objetivo é analisar como a narrativa de Torto Arado revela elementos do regionalismo, destacando a relevância da região nordestina na construção da trama e dos personagens. Utilizando análises críticas e interpretações literárias, este trabalho busca proporcionar uma compreensão mais profunda da obra e do seu significado dentro do contexto do regionalismo na literatura brasileira. Fundamentando nossas discussões nas contribuições teóricas de Cândido (2006), Tamaru (2004) e Walnice Nogueira Galvão (2000).
Palavras-chave: Regionalismo; Torto Arado; Identidade Cultural; Literatura Brasileira.
Potential risks of occupational exposure to innovative biopharmaceuticals: a review
Authors: Klimov V. I. , Lalymenko O. S. , Korsun L. V.
Published: December 2024

Introduction. Gene-targeted therapies (gene-targeted, high-tech, and biopharmaceuticals) are developed based on active pharmaceutical ingredients, which are reactive compounds with pleiotropic activity. Such ingredients are associated with health hazards to workers employed at various stages of their production. Clinically significant pharmacological or toxicological effects of innovative medications on employees exposed to these components are unsafe from the perspective of a risk-based approach in occupational medicine.

Objective. Assessment of potential risks of occupational exposure to innovative biopharmaceuticals in production or laboratory conditions and approaches to their hygienic management.

Materials and methods. The relevant scientific publications were searched and retrieved via electronic bibliographic databases both in the Russian language (eLibrary, CyberLeninka) and in the English language (WoS, Scopus, PubMed). Regulatory documents were analyzed using the Consultant Plus legal information system.

Discussion. Specific features of production of new-generation biopharmaceuticals (gene-targeted, high-tech, or biotechnological medications) and the associated risks of occupational exposure to workers in pharmaceutical or laboratory production are considered. It was established that employees of such enterprises are exposed to the combined influence of adverse — biological, physical, and chemical — production environment factors. There is a lack of information on the development of analytical methods for identifying gene-targeted components (high-tech or biotechnological medications) in the workplace air and wastewater, as well as on workplace surfaces. The identified problems of occupational health are related to the lack of legislative instruments and knowledgebased management decisions on the identification of risk factors and control ranges of potential work-related effects of innovative biopharmaceuticals. Such approaches should be based on the principles of hygienic regulation aimed at eliminating or reducing negative industrial effects and ensuring the safety and preservation of employee health.

Conclusions. Major methodological approaches to assessing the work-related impact of gene-targeted, high-tech, or biotechnological therapies on employees of pharmaceutical enterprises are determined. These approaches include: (1) toxicological assessment of compounds with the establishment of possible parameters of toxicometry; (2) evaluation of the pharmacological and toxicokinetic features of gene-targeted therapeutical components; (3) development of methods for their quantitative determination in various environments; (4) establishment of biomarkers of exposure and related effects followed by hygienic rationing and justification of preventive measures.
Do Ease of Use and Risk Perception Influence the Intention to Use GoPay Later?
Authors:   Keuangan dan Perbankan Terapan, Akuntansi, Politeknik Negeri Jakarta, Kota Depok, 16425, Indonesia, Efriyanto Efriyanto , Rozza Sylvia ,   Keuangan Perbankan Syariah, Akuntansi, Politeknik Negari Jakarta, Kota Depok, 16425, Indonesia, Tri Lestari Agustina ,   Keuangan dan Perbankan Terapan, Akuntansi, Politeknik Negeri Jakarta, Kota Depok, 16425, Indonesia
Published: December 2024

GoPay Later as an Indonesian online payment method in the form of credits that have been licensed and supervised by the Indonesian Financial Service Authority (OJK) that can make transactions easier. However, it is not uncommon for problems to circulate that users feel related to the risks that arise. This research aims to determine the influence of ease of use and risk perception on interest in using the GoPay Later feature. By using a quantitative approach and primary data sources obtained from distributing questionnaires to 100 GoPay Later user respondents domiciled in Jabodetabek, this research uses a non-probability sampling technique. In analysing the data, multiple linear regression statistic tool was used with SPSS version 29 application. The results of the study show that ease of use and risk perception both individually and simultaneously have a positive and significant influence on the interest in using GoPay Later. Based on the results of the research, it is hoped that GoPay Later will continue to innovate by adding features that make it easier to use and improving the service system to minimize potential risks, so that it can maintain user trust in using it as an option in transactions payment.
The Influence of Communication, Education and Training on Employee Performance through Motivation
Authors:   Master of Management, Postgraduate, Universitas Gajayana Malang, Praditya Putu Dimas Bagus , Mulyono Sugeng ,   Postgraduate Program Lecturer, Universitas Gajayana Malang, Hendrakusuma Bhakti ,   Postgraduate Program Lecturer, Universitas Gajayana Malang
Published: December 2024

Employee performance plays an important role in improving public services. There are several factors that affect employee performance, including communication, education and training, and motivation. This study aims to: examine the effect of communication and education and training on motivation; examine the effect of communication, education and training, and motivation on employee performance; and examine the effect of communication on employee performance through motivation; and examine the effect of education and training on employee performance through motivation. The study population was 99 employees at the civil service police unit (SATPOL PP) of Mojokerto Regency, East Java, Indonesia. While determining the number of samples using saturated sampling techniques, namely all populations are taken as samples. Data collection using questionnaires distributed directly to respondents. The data analysis technique uses SEM PLS. The results concluded that communication, education and training, and motivation have a positive and significant effect on employee performance. When communication runs smoothly, education and training are carried out consistently and motivation is strengthened, employee performance will also increase. However, motivation as a mediating variable cannot play an optimal role in explaining the effect of communication on employee performance while motivation can play an optimal role in explaining the effect of education and training on employee performance.
A Mechanistic Study of Employee Emotions on Corporate Performance under the Aging Trend of Corporate Human Resources
Authors:   Department of Global Trade and Management, Shinhan University, South Korea, Li Xinyu , Liu Qijia ,   Department of Physical Education, Jining University, Qufu City, Shandong Province, China, YiRan YiRan ,   Department of Global Trade and Management, Shinhan University, South Korea
Published: December 2024

This paper explores the influence mechanism of emotional labour on service performance of employees engaged in service work based on resource conservation theory. The paper uses sample data of 268 service employees from 32 organisati ons for empirical testing. The results show that employees' deep seated behaviours pos itively affect job satisfaction, and work engagement plays a mediating role in both surface and deep seated behaviours affecting service performance. In addition, the sense of organisational support enhanced the positive relationship between deep seated be haviours and work engagement, and the indirect relationship between deep seated behaviours and service performance process through work engagement. It is necessary for service oriented organisations to improve employees‘ work engagement through emotional m anagement training and improving employees’ sense of organisational support to enhance service performance.
Multimodalities and Conversational Implicature in Cross-Cultural Pragmatic Context: A Systematic Review
Authors:   Universitas Bina Sarana Informatika, Kramat Raya No. 98, Central Jakarta, DKI Jakarta, Indonesia, Indarti Dwi
Published: December 2024

This study explores the intersection of multimodal communication and conversational implicature in cross-cultural pragmatic contexts through a systematic literature review. Pragmatics, a branch of linguistics emphasizing the dynamic interaction between language and context, often involves inferential processes that extend beyond literal interpretation. The review synthesizes research published between 2020 and 2024, focusing on multimodalities and conversational implicature in American, Indonesian, and Chinese contexts. Key findings highlight the diverse applications of pragmatics theories, such as Grice’s Cooperative Principle, in examining verbal and non-verbal communication. Studies reviewed investigate contexts ranging from sitcoms, political debates, and humorous dialectal speech to educational methodologies leveraging implicature for language learning. Emerging themes include the pedagogical implicature to enhance students’ pragmatic competence, particularly in understanding implicit meanings and cultural nuances. Additionally, the review underscores the role of multimodal resources, incorporating visual and auditory cues, to support pragmatic awareness. The findings demonstrate that conversational implicature, whether generalized or particularized, varies significantly across cultures, reflecting distinct communication styles and social norms. This variation emphasizes the importance of integrating cultural sensitivity into language education. The review concludes with pedagogical recommendations, advocating the incorporation of multimodal materials and authentic language use to foster critical thinking, cultural adaptability, and effective communication skills. Overall, this systematic review offers valuable insights into the role of multimodal communication and conversational implicature in shaping cross-cultural interactions, providing a foundation for further research and practical applications in language teaching and intercultural communication.
Campus Bullying Survey in Ordinary Universities in Hunan Province of China
Authors:   School of Military and Political, National University of Defense Technology, Ruohan Li , Yuling Liu ,   School of Law, Central South University, Yunbo Xu ,   College of International Tourism and Public Administration, Hainan University
Published: December 2024

In China, about 10% of campus bullying cases occur in ordinary universities. This is a survey of campus bullying in ordinary universities in Hunan Province of China. Students in ordinary universities have different attitudes towards physical bullying and mental bullying whose harmfulness has not been given sufficient attention. In reality, Physical bullying and mental bullying often occur simultaneously in most cases. Females are the main victims of campus bullying. However, the anti-bullying education and bullying protection of female undergraduates in universities are not prominent. To prevent campus bullying, it is necessary to strengthen the safety management and the anti-bullying education of the universities.
Molecular mechanisms driving lineage plasticity in prostate cancer: NANOG and beyond
Authors: Maasoumyhaghighi Hamed , Nouri Mansoureh , Liu Jinghui , Liu Xiaoqi
Published: December 2024

Developing resistance to androgen receptor (AR) signaling inhibitors is a significant challenge in the treatment of castration-resistant prostate cancer. Prolonged use of inhibitors like enzalutamide can cause prostate cancer cells to undergo lineage reprogramming, transitioning to neuroendocrine subtypes that no longer rely on AR signaling. These neuroendocrine subtypes are among the most aggressive forms of prostate cancer. During this process of lineage plasticity, cancer cells experience extensive transcriptional rewiring and acquire stem-like properties characterized by increased stemness. Research has shown that prostate cancer cells gain these stem-like traits through the expression of stem cell-associated proteins such as NANOG, particularly under stable and accumulating conditions. The post-translational modification of NANOG at specific sites is critical for maintaining its stability, which in turn enhances the tumorigenic potential of the cells. This review discusses the mechanisms by which NANOG phosphorylation promotes stemness and lineage plasticity in prostate cancer.
Kajian Teologis Tentang Penderitaan Dalam Perspektif Paulus Berdasarkan 2 Korintus 11:23-28
Authors: Laia Dermawan , Malik  , Laia Dermawan
Published: December 2024

Penderitaan sering disebutkan dalam Alkitab dan merupakan bagian penting dalam kehidupan orang percaya. Dalam 2 Korintus 11:23-28, rasul Paulus menguraikan tantangan-tantangan ketika melayani Kristus. Penderitaan adalah ujian yang menguji ketabahan dan keimanan seseorang. Penelitian ini betujuan untuk mengemukakan makna penderitaan menurut Alkitab. Dengan menggunakan metode penelitian kualitatif dihasilkan bahwa penderitaan ini dipercaya dapat meningkatkan ketergantungan seseorang pada Tuhan dan keimanan. Selain itu, penderitaan memberikan peluang bagi umat Kristiani untuk menyaksikan iman mereka dan mengabarkan Injil. Hasil penelitian penderitaan tidak selalu berkaitan dengan hukuman, namun sebagai sarana yang dipakai Allah untuk menyatakan kemuliaan-Nya.
Memaknai Kembali Misi Kristen terhadap Parmalim
Authors: Purba Fredi Ardo
Published: December 2024

This paper discusses the role of mission in the identity of the Christian church as well as the concept of mission that should go beyond the mere proclamation of the gospel to include an attitude of life, concrete help, struggle for human rights, and social involvement. Christian mission is often misinterpreted as an attempt to Christianise others. This research uses a qualitative research method with a literature study approach by analysing sources related to Christian mission towards Parmalim. The results show that Christian mission should emphasise love, peace, and justice, rather than simply Christianising others. In particular, in the context of ministry to the Parmalim, it is important to understand and respect their beliefs and establish a respectful dialogue. A re-understanding of Matthew 28:19-20 emphasises the importance of understanding the context, the overall message of the gospel, and the role of the church as an instrument of Christ's love and teaching. True Christian mission is to strive for peace, justice and love in the world, and to respect other religious beliefs as part of the call to realise the Kingdom of God on earth.
Doktrin Tritunggal: Tantangan Membangun Fondasi Keyakinan Kristen di Era Postmodern
Authors: Willyam Verry , Nakmofa Sutidjo Justus Jerzak
Published: December 2024

Allah Tritunggal tidak pernah habisnya jika selalu dikaji, dibahas, dan dibantah. Persoalan mengenai eksistensi Allah selalu saja menjadi polemik di dalam dunia teologi, bukan hanya di dalam kekristenan saja, bahkan di luar kekristenan pun mempertanyakan konsep yang lahir di masa bapa-bapa gereja. Namun fakta kebenarannya muncul dari Alkitab itu sendiri dalam menyampaikan pernyataan Allah dalam tiga pribadi. Trinitas tak lebih adalah sebuah misteri iman, hanya orang benar-benar percaya yang dapat mengerti dan memahami. Jika mengutip Agustinus dari Alexandria yang mengatakan, jika ada manusia yang berusaha menjelaskan Trinitas, maka orang itu akan menjadi gila. Dengan menggunakan metode kualitatif melalui pendekatan studi literatur, di mana kajian ini memberikan pengertian mendasar mengenai ajaran yang terus menerus hadir merusak konsep Tritunggal. Akhirnya artikel ini memberikan pengertian kepada orang percaya di era pos modern mengenai kekeliruan Tritunggal yang terus menerus muncul sebagai perkembangan doktrin mengenai hakikat Allah.
Trinitas Visional: Trio Surgawi Ellen G. White dan Adventisme Kontemporer
Authors: Nggadas Deky Hidnas Yan , Meriwati Meriwati
Published: December 2024

Ellen G. White sangat dihormati dalam Adventisme sebagai penafsir Kitab Suci yang infallible. Ellen juga terkenal dengan konsep yang ia sebut sendiri sebagai “Trio surgawi”. Sebutan ini bukan sekadar sebuah neologisme, melainkan sebuah indikator bahwa kandungan-kandungan konseptualnya berbeda secara fundamental dengan formulasi-formulasi Trinitarianisme yang Am dan historis. Meski demikian, Gereja Masehi Advent Hari Ketujuh tetap menyebut diri sebagai Gereja Kristen Trinitarian. Para teolog Adventisme kontemporer pun menyebut konsep “Trio surgawi” Ellen sebagai pandangan “Trinitas Alkitabiah”. Setelah meneliti dan menganalisis dengan saksama sumber-sumber primernya, kami menolak label “Trinitas Alkitabiah” untuk konsep “Trio Surgawi” Ellen yang menurut kami lebih tepat digambarkan dengan sebutan “Trinitas visional”. Kami juga menolak sebutan “Kristen Trinitarian” untuk posisi Ellen yang diteruskan dalam Adventisme kontemporer. Konsep “Trio surgawi” Ellen yang dinamai sebagai sebentuk pandangan Trinitarian yang Alkitabiah dalam Adventisme kontemporer pada dasarnya harus dikategorikan sebagai sebuah Tritheisme monarkhianistik.
Analisis Ketuhanan Kristus Berdasarkan Ibrani 1 Dan Implementasinya Bagi Pertumbuhan Iman Jemaat
Authors: Krikhoff Rudy Arianto
Published: December 2024

Doktrin ketuhanan Kristus bersifat suprematif dan menegaskan bahwa Ia yang adalah Anak Allah, pewaris segala sesuatu, Pencipta alam semesta. Ada pandangan yang menyatakan bahwa Kristus adalah makhluk ciptaan, padahal di dalam Ibrani 1 justru menegaskan sebaliknya. Dia adalah contoh kemuliaan Allah dan gambar wujud-Nya, dengan otoritas penuh di sorga dan di bumi. Tujuan artikel ini adalah menganalisis doktrin tentang ke-Tuhanan Kristus yang didasarkan pada Kitab Ibrani 1. Dalam mengkaji ketuhanan Kristen, metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah deskriptif kualitatif, yang merujuk kepada studi literatur untuk mendapatkan berbagai argumen dan materi untuk memperkuat konstruksi pemikiran tentang aspek keilahian Kristus, posisi-Nya di atas malaikat, dan peran-Nya dalam menyelamatkan manusia sebagaimana yang tampak dalam Ibrani 1. Implementasi dari pemahaman teologis ini bagi pertumbuhan iman jemaat diuraikan dalam beberapa poin praktis. Pertama, keyakinan jemaat terhadap keselamatan yang pasti diperkuat oleh pemahaman akan Kristus sebagai Tuhan yang berdaulat. Kedua, pemahaman tentang supremasi Kristus mendorong jemaat untuk hidup dalam ketaatan dan penyembahan sejati, karena Dia berhak atas segala pujian dan penghormatan. Ketiga, jemaat harus bergantung sepenuhnya kepada-Nya dalam setiap aspek kehidupan mereka untuk menunjukkan kekuatan Kristus. Artikel ini menyatakan bahwa pemahaman yang mendalam tentang ke-Tuhanan Kristus sangat penting untuk menumbuhkan iman yang teguh dalam kehidupan jemaat Kristen.
Effect of The Garlic as Chelation Therapy in Reducing Lead and Cadmium Deposition on Suckling Mice
Authors: Das Bidyut , Hossain Md. Anwar , Islam Md. Siddiqul , Zullhash Md. Aktaruzzaman , Talha Md. Mowdudul Hasan , Munna Shahab Uddin , Sutradhar Dwija , Khan Ahasan Ullah
Published: December 2024

The study was conducted on suckling mice to determine the effects of chelation therapy in reducing the deposition of lead (Pb) and cadmium (Cd). A total of 45 suckling mice were randomly divided into three main groups A (control), B, and C. Groups B and C contained Pb and Cd, respectively, at a concentration of 100 mg/kg bwt with 0, 1.70, 3.35, and 6.70% garlic given (B1, B2, B3, B4, and C1, C2, C3, C4). Mice exposed to Pb and Cd exhibited pronounced toxic symptoms along with a marked decrease in total erythrocyte and total leukocyte count, hemoglobin levels, and packed cell volume. Additionally, there is a significant increase in serum glutamate pyruvate transaminase (SGPT) and serum glutamate oxaloacetate transaminase (SGOT) levels. The mean body weight of mice of groups B4, and C4 was the highest among the treated groups. Groups B1 and C1, exposed to Pb and Cd without garlic, showed significant declines in all parameters. Group A (control) shows stable and normal SGOT and SGPT levels. Group C1, exposed to Cd without garlic, experiences the highest increases in both SGOT (98.53 U/L) and SGPT (132.83 U/L), indicating severe liver damage. The group treated with Pb and Cd showed a significant reduction in total erythrocyte count, packed cell volume, and hemoglobin levels after 42-d of treatment. However, mice treated with a combination of Pb, Cd, and 6.70% garlic exhibited nearly normal levels of hematological and biochemical parameters. SGPT and SGOT levels were significantly decreased in all treated groups along with garlic. This experiment demonstrates that garlic possesses both protective and curative effects against Pb and Cd toxicity.
Effectiveness and safety of TNF-α inhibitors and il-6 pathway antagonists for refractory Takayasu arteritis
Authors: Logina V. E. , Bulanov N. M. , Efimova A. A. , Vlasova N. P. , Makarova K. V. , Novikov P. I. , Moiseev S. V.
Published: December 2024

Standard therapy for Takayasu arteritis (TA) usually comprises glucocorticoids in combination with cytotoxic agents. However, despite ongoing therapy disease activity remains high in some patients. In these cases, biological therapy is prescribed.

The aim – to evaluate the efficacy and safety of tumor necrosis factor α inhibitors (TNFi) and interleukin 6 (IL-6) pathway antagonists (anti-IL-6) therapy in TA patients refractory to conventional therapy.

Subjects and methods. In this single center retrospective cohort study, we included 36 female adult patients aged from 20 to 57 years (54 courses of biological therapy) with TA, diagnosed in accordance with the ACR classification criteria (1990 and/or 2022) and/or Chapel Hill Consensus Conference (2012) definition. All patients were on biologics due to resistance to corticosteroids and cytotoxic agents.

Results. A total of 54 courses of TNFi (n=29) and anti-IL-6 (n=25) inhibitors were analyzed. The median duration of biological therapy was 14 (9; 32) months, with a median duration of 14 (8; 32) months for TNFi and 13 (7; 32) months for anti-IL-6. The remission rate showed no significant difference between TNFi (79%) and anti-IL-6 (84%; p=0.736) treatment groups. The incidence of relapses was higher with TNFi, although the difference between groups did not reach statistical significance (36% and 14%, respectively; p=0.291). Relapse was established after 15 (10; 22) weeks for TNFi and after 22 (13; 31) weeks for anti-IL-6 (p=0.919). TNFi and anti-IL-6 had a comparable steroid-sparing effect: the median dose of GC in terms of prednisolone decreased from 13 to 8 mg (p=0.009), and from 15 to 8 mg (p=0.026), respectively. Factors associated with achieving TA remission were assessed using a logistic regression model. None of the parameters (age at the start of biological therapy, duration of disease before the start of biological therapy, class of biological therapy) were associated with achieving remission of TA. Adverse events (AEs) occurred in 22% of cases resulting in therapy discontinuation in 13% of patients.

Conclusion. Our study demonstrated the high effectiveness of TNFi and anti-IL-6 in patients with refractory to conventional immunosuppressive therapy TA: remission was achieved in 80% of cases, allowing for a reduction in glucocorticoid dosage. The safety profile of TNFi and antiIL-6 was acceptable. However, AEs occurred slightly more frequently in the TNFi group.
Enchondromatosis (Ollier’s disease): literature review and clinical case description
Authors: Denisov L. N. , Smirnov A. V. , Nesterenko V. A.
Published: December 2024

Ollier’s disease (enchondromatosis, dyschondroplasia) is a violation of the growth and development of bone structure, manifested by the formation of foci of cartilage tissue in one or more bones of the skeleton. It is accompanied by deformation, shortening and dysfunction of the segments of the bone apparatus involved in the pathological process. Enchondromatosis is a rare disease. At the end of the 20th century, 30 cases of the disease were mentioned in the specialized literature. Taking into account the insufficient familiarity of doctors with this pathology, which causes difficulties in diagnosis, a review of the literature and a description of the clinical case are presented.
The Integration of AI and Machine Learning in Instrument Clusters: Making Vehicles Smarter
Authors:   USA, Sanghavi Darshak
Published: December 2024

The automotive industry is undergoing a transformative shift as artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies are increasingly being
integrated into vehicle instrument clusters. These integrations enable vehicles to become smarter, providing a more intuitive, personalized, and efficient
driving experience. AI-powered systems within instrument clusters can leverage predictive maintenance algorithms, adapt to driver behavior, and enhance
real-time hazard detection, significantly improving vehicle safety and operational efficiency. This paper explores the role of AI and ML in revolutionizing
instrument clusters, detailing their potential applications in predictive analytics, adaptive interfaces, and automated system adjustments, and discusses how
these advancements are reshaping the future of automotive technology
Ensuring Security in Semiconductor Design through Verification
Authors:   Hardware Verification Engineer at Cisco Systems, USA, Gurushankar Niranjana
Published: December 2024

The ever-growing complexity of semiconductor designs, the demand for powerful and feature-rich electronics, presents a significant challenge in ensuring
their correctness and security. Security verification has become a critical process in the semiconductor design lifecycle, aiming to identify and mitigate
potential vulnerabilities that could be exploited. Given the increasing reliance on semiconductor devices for critical infrastructure and applications, the
importance of robust security verification cannot be overstated. This paper explores few of the crucial role verification plays in guaranteeing security within
semiconductor design. It examines various facets of this process, including analyzing potential security threats and vulnerabilities. This paper delves into
the critical role of verification in ensuring semiconductor security. It also explores various verification techniques, discusses emerging trends, and outlines
future directions in this crucial field.
Automating HR Processes with Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
Authors:   Sr Data Engineering Manger, Amazon, USA, Vijayan Naveen Edapurath
Published: December 2024

The integration of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) into Human Resources (HR) functions represents a significant advancement in organizational
efficiency and effectiveness. RPA technology automates repetitive and rule-based tasks, allowing HR professionals to focus on strategic initiatives that
add value to the organization. This paper provides a comprehensive introduction to RPA within HR, detailing its applications, benefits, implementation
strategies, and how its principles can be transferred to other domains such as finance. By examining the transformative potential of RPA, organizations
can better prepare for the future of work, where automation and human ingenuity coexist to drive success.