bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
People, Processes, Products and Technology (PPPT) Framework in the Software Industry
Authors:   Software Develooment Manager, Academy Sports plus Outdoors, Texas, USA, Jain Vivek
Published: December 2024

The software industry operates in a highly dynamic and competitive environment, requiring effective frameworks to drive innovation, ensure operational efficiency, and deliver value.
Analysis of Epicutaneous Patch Test Results in Patients with Allergic Contact Dermatitis in a Rural Environment
Authors:   The University of Tennessee Health Science Center, College of Medicine, 910 Madison Avenue, Memphis TN, USA, Conner Anna , Singh Nupur ,   The University of Tennessee Health Science Center, College of Medicine, 910 Madison Avenue, Memphis TN, USA, Nahmias Zachary ,   NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital, 4800 E Johnson Ave, Jonesboro AR, USA
Published: December 2024

Recent literature explores epidemiological patterns of ACD and observes differences in rural and urban populations prevalence of ACD as well as causative
allergens. This retrospective review aims to characterize the landscape of allergic contact dermatitis in the rural U.S.
Reconocimiento doctora Andrea Molinari
Authors: Campos-Miño Santiago
Published: December 2024

En octubre pasado, en la ciudad de Chicago, durante la conferencia anual de la Academia Americana de Oftalmología, la Dra. Andrea Molinari, oftalmóloga del Hospital Metropolitano de Quito, presentó la ponencia titulada “Queratocono pediátrico: cuando el tratamiento no puede esperar” dentro del importante espacio académico de ese evento denominado “Marshall M. Parks Lecture”. El queratocono afecta a 1 por cada 375-2000 personas y es especialmente frecuente en regiones montañosas. En niños es una enfermedad agresiva que puede presentarse tan tempranamente como a los 3 años de edad, cuando los síntomas de pérdida visual no son aparentes. Si bien su etiología es poco clara, tiene una asociación con enfermedades alérgicas, las cuales pueden contribuir al desarrollo y progresión de la enfermedad. Por ello, el tamizaje temprano y el tratamiento oportuno son muy importantes.
First and second generation lookback and barrier options: enhancing pricing accuracy through Conditional Monte Carlo
Authors:   University of Genoa, Giribone Pier Giuseppe , Tropiano Federico ,   University of Genoa
Published: December 2024

This paper addresses the challenges associated with pricing exotic options, specifically path-dependent ones, with a focus on the limitations of standard Monte Carlo simulations and the advantages provided by Conditional Monte Carlo methods, introduced by Babsiri and Noel in 1998. Path dependent options, such as first and second-generation barrier and lookback options, require continuous monitoring of asset prices throughout their lifetime, making accurate pricing computationally demanding and prone to errors when using traditional Monte Carlo methods.
This work begins by presenting different exotic options, offering a detailed comparison between the exact pricing formulas and the results obtained from Crude Monte Carlo simulations. The Conditional Monte Carlo method is then applied to address the bias introduced by discrete monitoring intervals in the simulations, a critical issue in path-dependent options. A market case based on the valuation of a Bonus Cap certificate has also been shown.
Analysis of Problematics and Ability to Understand Algebraic Mathematical Concepts of Class X High School Students
Authors: Faradilla Hanifa , Putri Rahmi , Gunawan Rilla Gina
Published: December 2024

This study employs a qualitative descriptive approach to explore high school students' understanding of algebraic concepts in Sungai Penuh City. The sample consists of 30 10th-grade students who were subjects of the study, assessed using a validated algebraic concept understanding test. The research process involved introducing the research objectives to the students and administering the test with adequate time. Data analysis was conducted descriptively to identify answer patterns, challenges faced by students, and the level of understanding of algebraic concepts demonstrated. Findings indicate significant challenges in students' mathematical concept comprehension, particularly in grasping basic concepts such as algebraic terms and the use of mathematical representations. To enhance students' understanding, it is recommended to implement a holistic learning approach that strengthens foundational concepts, integrates various mathematical representations, and provides direct problem-solving experiences. This research is expected to contribute to improving the effectiveness of mathematics education at the high school level.
Knowledge and Behavior in Preventing Hypertension Complications
Authors: Bariman Gracia Nadya Nathania , Lamonge Annastasia Sintia , Mananggu Gloria , Antoni Nathalia Enjelin Stefani , Ngala Juneva Ceisya , Pondaag Frisy Debora , Mewengkang Kasih , Puni Jesica , Mesawarol Novita , Kulmanul Mariata
Published: December 2024

Pendahuluan: Hipertensi atau tekanan darah tinggi merupakan masalah kesehatan global yang semakin mengkhawatirkan. Penyakit ini mempunyai julukan “The Silent Killer” karena para penderita biasanya tidak merasakan tanda ataupun gejala dan pada kemudian hari baru diketahui terkena hipertensi setelah memiliki penyakit komplikasi. Tujuan: Untuk mengetahui hubungan antara tingkat pengetahuan dengan perilaku dalam pencegahan komplikasi pada penderita hipertensi di Kelurahan Kombos Timur. Metode: Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kuantitatif dengan desain penelitian korelasional dan menggunakan pendekatan cross sectional. Populasi dalam penelitian ini berjumlah 122 orang. Teknik sampling yang digunakan adalah purposive sampling dan jumlah sampel sebanyak 93 responden. Instrumen yang digunakan berupa kuesioner yaitu Kuesioner Hypertension Knowledge Level Scale (HK-LS) dan Kuesioner Perilaku Pencegahan Terjadinya Komplikasi Hipertensi. Uji statistik yang digunakan adalah Uji Spearman. Hasil: Hasil yang diperoleh dari penelitian ini p-value = 0,048 (p < 0,05) dengan nilai r atau nilai korelasi 0,205, yang berarti tingkat pengetahuan mempunyai hubungan dengan perilaku dalam pencegahan komplikasi hipertensi. Kesimpulan: Tingkat pengetahuan tentang hipertensi dari seseorang akan mempengaruhi perilakunya dalam pencegahan komplikasi hipertensi.  
 
Kata Kunci: Hipertensi; tingkat pengetahuan; perilaku pencegahan komplikasi
Knowledge and Attitudes in Students Related to Leprosy
Authors: Sundah Eirene Justine , Lamonge Annastasia Sintia , Rooroh Christina Gabriela , Sirap Veronika Thessa , Pulu Gabriel Mamarang , Wattimena Sheren , Migau Yosephina Martha , Rotty Gracella Charend , Magai Samsia
Published: December 2024

Pendahuluan : Penyakit kusta dikenal juga sebagai penyakit Lepra, atau Morbus Hansen merupakan penyakit yang menjadi stigma buruk di masyarakat akibat kurangnya literasi masyarakat terkait lepra. Tujuan :  Untuk mengetahui hubungan tingkat pengetahuan dan sikap terkait penyakit kusta. Desain : Penelitian ini mengunakan desain penelitian deskriptif korelasi dengan pendekatan cross sectional.  Tempat penelitian dilakukan di Universitas Katolik De La Salle Manado pada bulan agustus sampai desember 2024. Populasi dalam penelitian ini yaitu mahasiwa/mahasiswi yang berada di Universitas Katolik De La Salle Manado sebanyak 317 sampel. Dimana sampel yang digunakan harus memenuhi kriteria inklusi dan eksklusi. Kriteria inklusi dalam penelitian ini adalah mahasiswa Universitas Katolik  De La Salle Manado dan bersedia menjadi responden. Teknik pengambilan sampel pada penelitian ini menggunakan teknik purposive sampling dengan menggunakan uji statistik spearman row. Hasil penelitian :  hasil uji spearman diperoleh nilai p valeu 0,005 dengan correlation spearman didapatkan -0,163. Dengan demikian terdapat correlation yang signifikan antara pengetahuan dan sikap mahasiswa terhadap penyakit kusta, dimana semakin tinggi pengetahuan maka sikap semakin buruk. Hal ini dipengaruhi oleh rasa takut untuk tertular penyakit kusta. Kesimpulan : pengatahuan yang baik terkait penyakit kusta dapat menimbulkan kekhawatiran terhadap penyakit kusta sehingga berdampak pada sikap waspada. Upaya edukasi perlukan untuk mencegah terjadinya stigma buruk maupun perilaku deskriminasi bagi penderita dan keluarganya.  
Kata Kunci: penyakit kusta; pengetahuan; sikap; mahasiswa
Pengaruh Live Streaming dan Kualitas Produk terhadap Keputusan Pembelian Melalui Kepercayaan Konsumen pada Aplikasi TikTokShop
Authors: Alawiyah Shufia , Ali Mochammad Mukti
Published: December 2024

This study aims to analyze the impact of live streaming and product quality on purchase decisions through consumer trust as an intervening variable on the TikTokShop application of Butik IR Fashionstyle. Using a quantitative verificative approach, the study involved 100 samples selected through probability sampling. Data were collected via questionnaires and analyzed using multiple linear regression. The results show that live streaming has a positive and significant effect on consumer trust, while product quality has a positive but not significant impact. Simultaneously, live streaming and product quality have a significant positive effect on consumer trust, with a contribution of 46.1%. Live streaming, product quality, and consumer trust together have a significant positive effect on purchase decisions, contributing 81.3%.
Analisa Strategi Model Bisnis Pada Cheseroll Lezat
Authors: Madani Wanda Nurul , Ali Mochammad Mukti
Published: December 2024

This research analyzes Cheseroll Lezat's business model strategy using a SWOT analysis approach. Through this analysis, the author evaluates the internal and external factors influencing Cheseroll Lezat's business success. SWOT analysis consists of identifying strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats, which provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of the business and the challenges faced in the market. Based on the SWOT analysis results, it is known that the strengths, weaknesses, threats, and opportunities of delicious chess-rolls are strongly influenced by internal strengths such as product quality and customer loyalty. In contrast, existing weaknesses, such as distribution limitations, can be overcome by taking advantage of growing market opportunities. This research also provides strategic recommendations to improve the competitiveness of the business in the future by capitalizing on existing opportunities and overcoming threats. SWOT strategy where delicious chess-rolls' strengths, weaknesses, threats, and opportunities are strongly influenced by internal strengths such as product quality and customer loyalty.
SOCIAL MEDIA AS A TOOL FOR POLITICAL AWARENESS AND ITS PERCEIVED IMPORTANCE AMONG GRADE-12 HUMSS STUDENTS
Authors: Ramiscal Joseph D.
Published: December 2024

Various literatures indicate that social media is an effective tool for political awareness among people, especially the youth. However, some ideas and studies argued that the youth were politically disinterested, disengaged, and detached. For these reasons, it is interesting to explore the perceived importance of the youth about being aware of the issues faced by their country and how social media can be used as a tool for political awareness. The purpose of this study was to explore how social media can be used as a tool for political awareness, including its importance as perceived by five grade-12 HUMSS students that were interviewed online via Google Meet through a focused group discussion. The study utilized the descriptive phenomenology in this qualitative study using thematic analysis to interpret the data. It was found that social media can be used to raise awareness of political issues, fight false news, and engage in political discourse. The study also found that grade-12 HUMSS students believe that political awareness is important for the following reasons – it benefits the people in a democratic society; it is an act of love for the country; it is the role of future leaders to be aware of the issues affecting the country; and it makes the youth instruments of reform by curbing fake news. The study concludes that social media can be used to raise awareness of political issues, fight false news, and engage in political discourse. The researcher hoped that this study that examines how social media can be used as a tool for political awareness including its importance as perceived among the grade-12 HUMSS students contributes to the body of knowledge. The researcher also hopes that the findings of this study will help somehow on how to dispel the political apathy and detachment among the youth.
Digital Dependency and Coping Strategies on Oral Communication Proficiency of the Marginalized Learners
Authors: B. Cabus Angelica Christine , Paglinawan James L.
Published: December 2024

This study examines the effects of digital dependency on the oral communication proficiency of marginalized learners, focusing on their coping strategies and digital competencies. Utilizing a quantitative research design, data were collected from 120 Grade 7 students at Valencia National High School through structured questionnaires assessing digital overuse, emotional state, dependence, and coping strategies. This study used quantitative research design. The study used a structured research questions and reliability was checked through Cronbach alpha. The level of marginalized learners’ digital dependency, coping strategy, and oral communication proficiency were analyzed using descriptive statistics. Also, Pearson Correlation was used to analyze the significant relationship between oral comprehension and digital dependency and coping strategies. Further, regression analysis was utilized to explore and quantify the relationships between digital dependency and oral communication proficiency while also considering coping strategies and digital competencies as additional factors. The findings of this study reveal that marginalized learners exhibit a moderate level of digital competency and coping strategies, with emotional coping strategies proving more effective than behavioral ones. The complex relationship between digital dependency and oral communication skills is characterized by both positive and negative impacts: while digital tools can enhance communication opportunities and build self-confidence, excessive reliance on them may diminish face-to-face interaction skills and increase communication anxiety. This underscores the importance of interpersonal engagement in alleviating anxiety and highlights the need for educational frameworks that promote both digital and interpersonal competencies. Tailored interventions should focus on fostering self-confidence, enhancing proactive coping behaviors, and encouraging social inclusion to support marginalized learners in navigating the challenges of the digital age effectively.
An Assessment of the Strategies for Energy Transition in Kenya as a Climate Change Mitigation Strategy
Authors: Othoche Bertha
Published: December 2024

Climate change is a global issue affecting communities in different parts of the world. Climate change is associated with extreme weather and climate patterns that affect the general health of the environment and humanity. The causes of climate change are both natural and anthropogenic. The human induced climate change has accelerated the emission of greenhouse gases that in turn cause global warming and climate change. The international community have initiated various interventions to minimize emission of greenhouse gases in order to maintain a healthier environment for sustainable development. One such initiative and/or interventions is the energy transition strategy that involves transition from a purely fossil fuel based to renewable energy-based economy. This paper therefore looks at the energy transition in Kenya. Specifically, the paper covers energy demand and supply, Mt CO2 emission; energy transitions process; constraints and opportunities. Kenya is going through a transition period in the energy sector and at the same time the country is striving to industrialize by the year 2023 being guided by the Country’s 2010 Constitution and the Vision 2030 which aims at transforming the country into a middle level economy. It is important that as the country strives to industrialize, the energy that drives the economy should be clean to enhance cleaner energy production. The country is a signatory to the landmark agreement of COP21 held in Paris, France in 2015. The country committed to observe the requirements of the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) to ensure the reduction of emission of greenhouse gases and has put in place various institutional and legal frameworks towards this end. One of the most recent frameworks is the Climate Change Amendment Act, 2023. The main objective of the study is to assess the energy transition process and associated challenges. The study uses an exploratory design and employed descriptive statistics in data analysis. Data was presented in the form of tables, graphs, and themes. The result indicates that energy transition in Kenya is ongoing through specific processes and technologies. The results also confirm existing challenges and recommends sustained effort for sustainable development.
Evaluation of the applicability of subsea wellheads running by jack up rig for oil and gas exploration projects in shallow water, offshore Vietnam
Authors: Nguyen Trong Tai  , Trieu Hung Truong  , Nguyen The Vinh  , Le Quang Duyen  , Nguyen Van Thinh
Published: December 2024

An overview of the oil and gas production in Vietnam reveals that certain major oil and gas projects, which account for large-scale operations and dominate the oil and gas production in the continental shelf of Vietnam, are entering a declining production phase. This affects not only the efficiency of individual projects but also the national energy security. Consequently, the research and application of new technical solutions to supplement and maintain oil and gas production become the most critical tasks in the current phase. However, based on the assessment of oil and gas potential in the basins on the continental shelf of Vietnam, few major offshore oil and gas prospects can be developed using conventional methods to achieve high economic efficiency. Therefore, two development concepts with the highest feasibility, both economically and technically, are: the development of marginal fields in shallow water conditions and the execution of exploration/production activities in new prospects at existing production projects by drilling additional infill wells and connecting them to the central processing platform (CPP).The article evaluates the potential and proposes a solution using subsea wellheads & X-mas tree, operated by jack-up rigs, to develop marginal oil and gas fields in shallow water conditions and existing oil and gas fields with potential prospects located far from the CPP. This approach aims to reduce operational costs and enhance the overall efficiency of the project.
Production and optimisation of a well by hybrid artificial activation
Authors: Rolande Tsapla Fotsa  , Isidore Komofor Ngongiah  , Sifeu Takougang Kingni  , Fritz Maxwell Yebchue Tchachue  , Nazaire Pierre Kenmogne  , Gaetan Fautso Kuiate
Published: December 2024

This paper focuses on proposing a hybrid activation mechanism for the production and optimisation of a well called X101 (for confidentiality reasons), which has become non-eruptive. Completion, pressure, volume, temperature (PVT), reservoir, and the X101 well profile data are processed by Pipesim and Excel software and integrating a certain number of calculations using nodal and decline curve analysis methods. The activation of the X101 well by an electric submersible pump (ESP) having 450 stages provided an oil production flow rate of 9189.329 stock tank barrels per day with a bottom-hole pressure of 2746.151 psi. Over time, the X101 well activated by the ESP having 450 stages faces a succession of maintenance operations occurring in very short time intervals following the reduction in the efficiency of the ESP. To overcome the problem of frequent maintenance which disrupts production times, the gas lift is added to the X101 well activated by a new ESP having 199 stages. The installation of the gas lift reveals that the adequate gas injection flow rate is 2 million standard ft3 per day and 2 valves must be installed at 4,959 ft and 3,966 ft to suitably meet the production requirements. The X101 well activated by the combination of ESP and gas lift delivered a production flow rate of 7954.601 stock tank barrels per day with a bottom-hole pressure of 2873.623 psi and its optimisation made it possible to obtain a net oil flow rate of 9,035 stock tank barrels per day at the bottom-hole pressure of 2,762 psi. The profitability of the X101 well activated by the combination of ESP and gas lift is USD 73,163,517 for a return on investment after 9 months and 22 days for 13 years of production.
The Predictive Role Of Attention and Listening Comprehension In Phonological Awareness Skills In 60- To 72-Month-Old Preschoolers
Authors: Öncü Burak , Yılmaz Hiğde Aylin
Published: December 2024

Starting primary school marks a significant milestone for children. Learning to read and write is one of the fundamental skills expected from children when they begin primary education. Reading skills are crucial to become successful in both social and academic life. Early literacy skills lay the foundation for a child's later academic achievement and independent learning skills. It is thus essential to explore the relationships between attention, listening comprehension, and phonological awareness, which all form the basis of reading skills. This research aimed to explore the relationship between attention, listening comprehension, and phonological awareness in 60- to 72-month-old preschoolers. It used a correlational research design. The data were analysed using descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and multiple regression analysis. The analysis results showed a significant weak positive correlation between attention and phonological awareness skills. There was also a significant moderate positive correlation between listening comprehension and phonological awareness skills. Consequently, attention and listening comprehension skills were prerequisites for phonological awareness skills.
Desarrollo de un sistema inteligente para la asistencia en la soldadura multipasada
Authors:   , Curiel Braco David
Published: December 2024

This Doctoral Thesis, whose main objective is the development of an intelligent system to manufacture automated multipass welding by means of a robotic system, aims to replace the joining processes of thick sheets by means of both single-pass and multipass welding that have been obtained by means of manual or partially automatic welding processes in order to, through the application of automation techniques, such as artificial intelligence or intelligent systems 4. 0 intelligent systems, to achieve maximum performance by means of an intelligent algorithm for joint reconstruction and trajectory generation; all of this will allow us to make great strides in terms of innovation in the manufacture of parts for booming sectors such as Oil&Gas, automotive, naval... This new automated production process with artificial intelligence will replace the current slower manufacturing process, where the operator suffers risks and unnecessary physical effort; in addition, a welding with excellent quality will be achieved (reducing defects), as symmetrical and perfect as possible, optimising times in manufacturing processes, materials, energy consumption, increased productivity (fewer operations to be carried out by the workforce)... to reduce costs and generate the greatest possible economic benefits. To achieve this new model of multipass welding thanks to intelligent systems, methods have been developed in this thesis to characterise these welded joints, optimise the welding parameters, strategies for estimating the quality of the welded joint, analysis of different artificial intelligence techniques and methods for selecting and defining the correct trajectory of the torch. To this end, the processing and preparation of the profiles to be welded has been defined and a precise control of the welding parameters has been established so that the optimum welding points are automatically selected, both in the first layer of the joint and in the successive layers of the welding process. For the realisation of these methods and strategies, algorithms have been adopted to classify the joints of the sheets and to perform position searches to optimise the movement of the robot. Furthermore, joint reconstruction systems and different types of sensors have been used to ensure the automatic digitalisation system of the work environment to monitor the positions of the robot axes, the angles of the wrist and the different parameters of the welding process and, with all this, thanks to the on-line inspection of the whole process, the result of the welding seam can be verified so that the definition of the trajectory between layers is correct.
A modern approach to the concept of timber species from an amazonian perspective
Authors:   , Herrera Álvarez Ximena
Published: December 2024

The present PhD thesis was carried out with the main objective of filling a knowledge gap in scientific literature regarding the Amazonian timber species concept or definition and to generate a preliminary timber species concept or definition using data from the Amazonian countries (Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana and Brazil) and long-term data provided by tropical forests monitoring networks such as ForestPlots, ATDN and among others. The main finding of this PhD work was a surprising lack of specific definition of timber species that can be linked to biophysical attributes in tree species. Such lack can be extended into a lack of homogeneity in terminology and taxonomy among national and international organizations relevant to forest management and conservation in the Amazonian region. To fill such gap, data and results of each chapter of this thesis were complementary to each other in the context of a generating the missing timber species concept with the support of measurable variables and terms commonly recognized by relevant forest stakeholders such as scientists, national forests institutions and even international organizations that have responsibilities on this topic since their creation. In conclusion, the results presented here support the suggestion to all the actors in the tropical forest sector to consider an integrative coordination of stakeholder’s perceptions. All efforts should connect each other’s with their knowledge and experience in sustainable forest management and conservation on tropical timber species. This vision may help to have a better understanding of these species, their natural and cultural values, the different ecological services and incomes that tropical forests in general (and Amazonian forests in particular) provide for landowners, timber workers locally, regionally, and international organizations related.
Enfermedad de von Willebrand tipo 2M-C: un diagnóstico fugitivo. Acerca de un caso
Authors: Woods AI , Alberto MF , Castera S , Berger CS , Lopez MS , Martinuzzo ME , Blanco AN , Sánchez-Luceros A , Blanco AN
Published: December 2024

La enfermedad de von Willebrand tipo 2M-C (VWD2M-C) se caracteriza por disminución de VWF:CB pero niveles normales de VWF:Ag y VWF:RCo. Este defecto es causado por variantes genéticas causantes de enfermedad (VGCE) en el dominio A3 del VWF que afectan la unión del VWF al colágeno. Describimos los hallazgos fenotípicos y genotípicos en un hombre de 60 años con resultados de laboratorio sugestivos de VWD2, con índice de sangrado de 5, según el ISTH-BAT, sin antecedentes familiares de sangrado. Métodos. Se realizó una evaluación hemostática que incluyó tiempo de cierre (TC) de PFA200, FVIII, VWF:Ag, VWF:RCo, VWF:GPIbR, VWF:CB1,VWF:CB3, multímeros del VWF, estudios funcionales plaquetarios (lumi-agregometría, captación de mepacrina) y estudios genéticos de los dominios VWF-A1, A2 y A3. Resultados. Primer estudio: el paciente presentó el PFA-200CT extremadamente prolongado con el cartucho Col/Epi y ligeramente prolongado con el cartucho Col/ADP con una relación VWF:GPIbR/VWF:Ag anormal. Segundo estudio: se observaron VWF:Ag, VWF:RCo y multímeros del VWF normales, pero niveles bajos de VWF:CB1 y VWF:CB3. Por lumi-agregometría se observaron agregación con ristocetina (RIPA, concentraciones estándar y bajas), ácido araquidónico y colágeno normales, ausencia de la segunda onda y liberación de ATP bajo estimulación con ADP y adrenalina,con contenido normal de gránulos densos plaquetarios. Por estudios genotípicos, se identificó laVGCE c.5191T>A → p.Ser1731Thr en el exón 30 (dominio A3) en heterocigosis. El paciente se diagnosticó como VWD2M-C. Conclusión. En nuestro paciente, p.Ser1731Thr pareció ser responsable del PFA-200CT anormal. Dado que VWF:RCo y VWF:GPIbR miden la interacción VWF-plaquetas, y que VWF:CB mide la interacción VWF-colágeno, es de suma importancia realizar ambos ensayos para evitar la posible falta de diagnóstico de VWD2M-C en estos pacientes.
Raça, gênero e classe no Rio de Janeiro década de 1870 a partir do olhar do viajante Herbert Smith
Authors: Massagli Sérgio Roberto , Myskiw Antonio Marcos
Published: December 2024

Herbert H. Smith foi um naturalista que estudou a flora e a fauna do Brasil. Veio aqui pela primeira vez em 1870 na expedição Morgan, liderada pelo famoso Professor Charles Frederick Hartt. Em seguida, no ano de 1874, voltou para ficar um ano explorando os rios Amazonas e Tapajós. Terminada essa expedição foi para o Rio de Janeiro, onde permaneceu por mais quatro meses. De volta aos Estados Unidos, trabalhou para a Scribner's Magazine, escrevendo artigos sobre o Brasil a partir de suas memórias de viagem. Estes escritos deram origem mais tarde ao livro Brazil, the Amazon and the Coast, publicado em 1979. Este trabalho tem como objetivo realizar uma leitura do capítulo “Social Life at Rio”, da referida obra, visando identificar percepções do viajante acerca do cenário da capital brasileira da década de 1870 que ajudem a compreender problemas estruturais históricos acerca de raça, classe e gênero no Brasil.
Jogo estético em Teresa Cárdenas
Authors: Dias da Cruz João Vitor
Published: December 2024

O presente artigo discute a questão da estética de Teresa Cárdenas, em seu romance epistolar Cartas para a minha mãe (2010). À revelia do pensamento colonial, o romance é narrado sob o olhar de uma criança negra que escreve cartas para a sua mãe morta. Nele é discutido questões sobre o luto, o abandono familiar, bem como entonação feminina a partir da voz da personagem principal para produzir vida, mesmo com uma infância cooptada pela estrutura colonial cubana. Pensando nisso, objetiva-se analisar o modo como a autora utiliza da voz negra e infantil, em um jogo estético, para denunciar o local da mulher negra, bem como produzir vida a partir de vestígios de uma infância. Assim, buscamos apoio no filósofo francês Jacques Rancière (2005) que entende a estética como subterfugio de experimento do sensível de forma autônoma. Desta maneira, a estética é uma forma de emancipação da arte, pois sua intenção é desestabilizar as hierarquias políticas e sociais. Aqui, as artes não têm obrigações, nem regras preestabelecidas, elas seguem sua autenticidade. De forma similar, na literatura de Cárdenas (2010), o jogo estético se dá pela maneira como a força e resistência negra é criada para enunciar vozes subalternizadas de mulheres cubanas. Diante disso, no primeiro momento este estudo discute a questão da estética para as artes e a construção da estética de Cárdenas. Por conseguinte, discutimos o que diz a criança do romance aqui em análise e sua forma de ver e pensar o mundo na perspectiva negra infantil.
reinvenção da conquista
Authors: Guilhermino dos Santos Paulo
Published: December 2024

Imersa no contexto da pós-modernidade, parte significativa da literatura latino-americana contemporânea costuma ter como características predominantes o questionamento do passado, a defesa da pluralidade étnica e o estímulo a fusão entre realidade e imaginação. Sabendo disso, o presente trabalho tem por objetivo analisar a obra El largo atardecer del caminante (1992), de Abel Posse, buscando identificar como essa narrativa ficcional subverte o discurso histórico dominante acerca da colonização. No desenvolvimento desse estudo, as noções de metaficção historiográfica (Hutcheon, 1991) e transculturação narrativa (Rama, 1987) são mobilizadas, uma vez que ambos os conceitos colaboram para a reavaliação da história colonial, especialmente no que se refere a relação entre os colonizadores europeus e os povos indígenas. Em termos de resultado, observou-se que a obra de Abel Posse reinventa o passado colonial preenchendo com ficção as lacunas na vida do conquistador espanhol Alvar Nuñez Cabeza de Vaca. Ao fazer isso, El largo atardecer del caminante contesta a dicotomia entre cultura civilizada e cultura selvagem, postulando a existência de uma relação de simbiose entre aspectos culturais estrangeiros e nativos. Tal relação é simbolizada por meio da transformação vivida por Cabeza de Vaca. Ao conviver com os indígenas por vários anos, ele incorpora elementos culturais dos povos originários e, ao mesmo tempo, transfere traços culturais da sociedade europeia.
memória que pesa
Authors: Bresio Sabrina
Published: December 2024

O artigo objetiva apresentar como a história brasileira do século XX é trabalhada na história em quadrinhos Chumbo entrelaçando no cotidiano ficcional de uma família a rotina e os fatos históricos que culminaram no Golpe de 1964, e seu eco na renovação do conservadorismo protofascista das primeiras décadas do século XXI. Publicada na França em 2023 e no Brasil em 2024, a obra cobre 60 anos da história brasileira, centrando-se em um relato ficcional de uma família, livremente inspirada pela família do autor franco-brasileiro Matthias Lehmann. Unindo pesquisa histórica e imagética, a HQ colabora para compreensão das transformações políticas, culturais, arquitetônicas e sociais do país durante as ditaduras de Vargas e do Estado Novo, tendo Belo Horizonte como epicentro do movimento reacionário no cenário brasileiro. Com a plasticidade inerente da linguagem, o livro permite uma leitura complexa e estética do desenvolvimento cultural de cada década a partir das referências do design, arquitetura e urbanismo, da propaganda e da difusão nas mídias de cada época retratada. Acompanhando a intimidade de cada integrante da família Wallace e Rebendoleng, temos um panorama do jogo político que embasou o avanço conservador e a resistência libertária em suas nuances e contradições, e que tensionam o delicado fio que conecta a necessidade de lembrar, e o desejo de esquecer.
Palavras-chave: História em Quadrinhos. Ficção Histórica. Cultura Visual. História do Brasil. Ditadura Militar.
Ressonâncias póstumas
Authors: Rodrigues Mendes Pereira Débora
Published: December 2024

O conto “L’autre fille”, de Annie Ernaux, endereçado à sua irmã morta em 1938, percorre as reminiscências da própria autora, propondo reflexões acerca da vida e da morte. Essas memórias, misturadas à divagações especulativas no que concerne à breve existência da irmã, preenchem o silêncio absoluto instituído pela morte e pelo esquecimento. É possível inferir que no contato com a alteridade, com a imaginação de quem foi sua irmã, a autora (re)constrói parte de sua história e de sua própria identidade? Com a intenção de compreender teoricamente os conceitos de memória, imaginação e esquecimento, evoca-se o filósofo francês Paul Ricoeur (1913-2005), cuja obra “A memória, a história e o esquecimento” (2007) tem por objetivo a elaboração de uma hermenêutica da memória que nos leve ao entendimento do papel significativo da mesma em relação ao passado e ao presente. No presente ensaio, propõe-se o examínio do entrelaçamento dos temas complexos da memória, imaginação e esquecimento, aos elementos narrativos presentes na obra  e na escrita de Ernaux – cujo critério de estabelecimento da realidade e da verdade são as sensações – a fim de descortinar a forma como a memória conduz não somente a compreensão da morte, mas da existência humana. Procura-se compreender se a autora vive na escrita uma liberdade de recriação da memória. Seria a escritura de Ernaux um espaço de ressurreição? De luta contra o esquecimento?
Palavras-chave: Imaginação. Memória. Morte. Esquecimento.
Técnica de Desarda como alternativa para la reparación de Hernia Inguinal
Authors:   Médico Cirujano, Mención Cum Laude- UNERG (Universidad Rómulo Gallegos), Cirugía General - UC (Universidad de Carabobo), Servicio de Cirugía General- Servicio Autónomo Hospital Central de Maracay, Lara Torres Luis
Published: December 2024

El método Desarda, es una reparación sencilla, segura, sin tensión, sin mallas y rentable. Se ha establecido como un nuevo concepto en la reparación de hernias basada en tejidos. Ofreciendo una reparación libre de tensión, confiriendo una pared posterior fuerte y fisiológicamente activa, la técnica operatoria es muy sencilla y segura, el presente trabajo tuvo como finalidad valorar la técnica de Desarda como alternativa en la reparación de hernia inguinal. Materiales y Método: Para la técnica quirúrgica se utilizó sutura irreabsorbible de Polipropileno 1USP, mediante selección de paciente en forma electiva o de emergencia se aplicó el método Desarda en el período de octubre 2021- Septiembre 2022 a los pacientes con diagnóstico de hernia inguinal que acudían al servicio de cirugía general del Hospital Central de Maracay – Venezuela. Resultados: con la técnica de Desarda el 8% pacientes presentaron complicaciones, siendo el Seroma la más común la recuperación fué a las 2hr (62%), con respecto al dolor postoperatorio evaluado con la escala visual analógica la técnica de Desarda los pacientes presentaron EVA: 2 pts (62%), destacando que los pacientes fueron operados de emergencia en un 97,96%, no se documentó recurrencia durante la investigación.
Registro de Cáncer de Colon, Recto y Ano en Venezuela, 2019-2021; Experiencia de la Sociedad Venezolana de Coloproctología
Authors:   Centro Médico Docente La Trinidad, Martínez-Millán Sergio
Published: December 2024

Objetivo: Conocer características epidemiológicas y clínicas de personas con cáncer de colon, recto y ano desde 2019 hasta 2021 radicadas en Venezuela. Método: Estudio clínico observacional, descriptivo, de corte transversal auspiciado por la Sociedad Venezolana de Coloproctología. El registro de pacientes lo realizaron miembros de dicha sociedad distribuidos en todas las regiones político-administrativas de Venezuela. Resultados: Se registraron 354 pacientes: 143 con cáncer de colon, 137 con cáncer de recto y 74 con cáncer de ano. La mayor cantidad de casos de los tres tipos de cáncer ocurrió en personas de 45 a 65 años. Respecto al sexo, no se observó diferencia significativa para el cáncer de colon. El cáncer de recto predomino en los hombres (p<0,01), en cambio, el cáncer de ano fue más frecuente en las mujeres (p<0,001). El adenocarcinoma fue el tipo histológico más frecuente de cáncer de colon (93,7%) y de recto (89,8 %). La localización predominante de cáncer colorrectal fue en el colon sigmoides, 68/143 casos (47,5%), y en recto inferior, 66/137 (48,17%) (p<0,001). El estadio III fue el más frecuente, para cáncer de colon (49,25%) y de recto (50,4%). El cáncer anal predominante fue epidermoide (95,9%) y los estadios II y III tuvieron igual frecuencia (36,5%). Conclusión: El REgistro VEnezolano de Cáncer de Colon, Recto y Ano (REVECCRA) de la Sociedad Venezolana de Coloproctología muestra resultados no reportados antes para la población venezolana. Los registros de cáncer permiten diseñar estrategias efectivas contra estas patologías, por consiguiente, invitamos a organizaciones interesadas en enfermedades oncológicas a que realicen estos estudios.
Análisis de tres Técnicas de Cirugía Bariátrica para el Tratamiento de Pacientes con IMC > 50 Kg/M2. Estudio Prospectivo y Comparativo con seguimiento mínimo a 5 años
Authors:   Hospital Dr. Miguel Pérez Carreño, Level C. Luis
Published: December 2024

El Bypass Gástrico en Y de Roux (BGYR) y la Gastrectomía vertical (GV), son las opciones más efectivas para tratar la obesidad. Objetivo general: Comparar tres técnicas: BGYR con asa alimentaria (AAL) de 150 cm y biliopancreatica (ABP) de 50 cm, BGYR con AAL de 200 cm y ABP de 100 cm y GV en pacientes con índice de masa corporal > 50 Kg/m2. Métodos: Estudio comparativo y prospectivo incluyendo 42 pacientes con Índice de masa corporal (IMC) > 50 Kg/m2, conformándose 3 grupos: 14 BGYR con AAL de 150 cm y ABP de 50 cm, 8 BGYR con AAL de 200 cm y ABP de 100 cm y 20 GV. Seguimiento mínimo 5 años. Resultados: Edad promedio 38,83 ± 1,54 años. Pacientes con comorbilidades (69,05%). No hubo diferencia en los parámetros antropométricos entre los tres grupos con excepción del exceso de peso. Todos los grupos demostraron una disminución significativa del peso inicial luego de la cirugía (p < 0,05). Todos los grupos demostraron una disminución significativa del IMC inicial en el postoperatorio (p < 0,05). Se registró un promedio de porcentaje de exceso de peso perdido (PEEP) de 62,45 ± 2,64 %. La mayor mediana de PEEP fue registrada en el grupo de GV, sin diferencia significativa entre los grupos. Se demostró mejor resolución de comorbilidades con el BGYR AAL 200 / ABP 100 y la GV sin diferencia estadística entre los grupos. Conclusiones: las tres técnicas demostraron ser igualmente efectivas en pacientes con IMC > 50 Kg/m2.
Empirical Analysis of Factors Affecting Integration of Pakistani Equity Markets
Authors: Joyo Ahmed Shafique , Tunio Ghazala , Magsi Abdul Hafeez , Siyal Afroze
Published: December 2024

The purpose of this study is to analyze the factors which determine the interconnection of the Pakistani equity market with the foreign equity markets. We nominated the equity markets of the top trading countries of Pakistan which include China, Germany, Indonesia, UAE, and the USA. The study period for this analysis covers the period from 2005 to 2018, including the time of the global financial crisis (GFC) in 2008. We investigated the level of correlation between Pakistan and its trading countries by applying the DCC-GARCH model using MSCI daily stock return data. Moreover, we employed the OLS regression model and the fixed effects model to determine the effect of the determinant factors on the level of connectedness among the selected equity markets. The results showed that the interest rate differential, inflation rate differential and trade intensity, between the selected pairs of equity markets of Pakistan with foreign equity markets have a significant effect on the correlation between them. In addition, the GFC also shows a significant impact on the equity market correlation for the equity market pairs chosen. However, the results vary in different combinations of the Pakistani equity market with other equity markets, selected based on the trade relationship.
What it is and Where I am Spatial Orientation and Navigation Strategies among Visually Impaired People in Pakistan
Authors: Batool Huma , Amir Lubna , Mobein Syeda Juwairyya
Published: December 2024

In this study, we explored spatial reference frames and navigation strategies among visually impaired people. The study focuses on the different kinds of reference frames that the verbalized responses of participants gave hints of. Through the methodological framework of Cognitive Discourse Analysis (Tenbrink,2015), we designed route description tasks and navigation guidance tasks to collect a large set of linguistic data from 20 participants (2 discourses each). Tenbrink and Kuhn’s (2011) framework of spatial reference frames is employed to find out the nature of reference frames employed by participants during navigation tasks and to identify navigation strategies of visually impaired people. The findings of the study will help us suggest better ways for the training of visually impaired people especially in the institutes of people with special needs.
The Examining the Consequence of Apparent Significance on User Consumption Intent in Live-Streaming Shopping
Authors: Naqvi Syed Ali Nabeel , Arshad Farhan , Azher Sana , Khalid Muhammad Umair , Ahmed Shakeel , Farooqi Raheel
Published: December 2024

This study investigates the influence of functional value, social value, perceived usefulness, and perceived ease of use on PIs within the E-Commerce industry in Karachi, Pakistan. Structural equation modelling was employed to analyse the data, and a purposive sampling technique was used to collect a sample of 385 participants, following the estimation method. The findings of this research indicate that functional value, social value, perceived usefulness, and perceived ease of use all substantially impact Purchase Intentions within the E-Commerce sector in Karachi, Pakistan. These results offer valuable insights for both online streamers and brands aiming to enhance their appeal to consumers. By emphasizing the unique qualities of their products, they can attract a wider consumer base and stimulate purchasing behaviours. Establishing a strong emotional bond between brands and consumers is a crucial strategy in this context. Furthermore, based on the results and findings, this study also presents practical and managerial implications, along with suggestions for future research directions.
The Impact of Corporate Social Responsibility on Financial Inclusion in the Commercial Banking Sector of Pakistan
Authors: Zehra Nida , Pathan Saima Kamran , Qureshi Fiza
Published: December 2024

This paper explores the relationship between Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and the Financial Inclusion (FI) of commercial banks in Pakistan and fills a very important gap in the current literature. This study employs a quantitative research strategy that used panel data from 2008 to 2022 to evaluate the effects of CSR on these essential financial measures in a detailed manner. The data was collected from the annual statements of performance and/or financial accounts of commercial banks sourced from the State Bank of Pakistan and the Pakistan Stock Exchange and is subjected to thorough diagnostic and descriptive tests to ensure the validity and reliability of such data. The analysis shows that financial inclusion and CSR initiatives improve financial inclusion. It also shows that CSR activities create profit and enhance market presence, improve access to financial services for the needy, and encourage practices that lower financial risk, hence improving the overall stability of the financial system. These results indicate the critical importance of CSR in helping the banks achieve their broader objectives of profitability and stability.
Distributed Database Architectures for Federated Medical Training
Authors: Chakradhar Bandla
Published: December 2024

Federated Learning (FL) has emerged as a promising approach for collaborative medical model training while preserving patient privacy. This research proposes the integration of FL with distributed database architectures to enable secure and efficient medical model training across diverse healthcare institutions. The approach addresses challenges such as real-time data synchronization, data heterogeneity, and low-latency model updates. Key innovations include hybrid SQL/NoSQL databases for structured and unstructured data, dynamic partitioning for improved data locality, and adaptive indexing for optimized query performance. The system incorporates secure data handling mechanisms like encryption and differential privacy, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Scalability is achieved through decentralized database management, enabling broad healthcare node participation. The framework’s effectiveness is evaluated in real-world smart healthcare networks, focusing on model accuracy, query latency, scalability, and energy efficiency, with potential impacts on personalized medicine and collaborative healthcare analytics.