bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Effect of Leverage and Tunneling Incentives on Transfer Pricing: A Study on Consumer Goods Industry Listed on Indonesia Stock Exchange
Authors: Rahmadhani Sari Nuzullina , Ananda Rana Fathinah
Published: July 2024

This study examines the effect of leverage and tunnelling incentive on the company's decision to transfer pricing in consumer goods industry sector companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2015-2020. The technique used in sampling is purposive sampling, with a sample of 15 consumer goods industry companies. The data used in this study is secondary data in companies' financial reports. The analysis model used in this study is multiple linear regression with a significant level of 5%. The analysis results showed that leverage measured by debt to equity ratio has a significant positive effect on transfer pricing, tunnelling incentive measured by ownership share above 20% has a significant positive impact on transfer pricing
The Effect of Audit Switching, Financial Distress and Audit Firm Reputation on Audit Delay: A Study on Manufacturing Companies Listed on Indonesia Stock Exchange
Authors: Rahmawati Ayu , - Yulinartati , Suharsono Riyanto Setiawan
Published: July 2024

This study investigates the impact of audit switching, financial distress and audit firm reputation on audit delay in manufacturing sector companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange between 2017 and 2021. Purposive sampling was employed with a sample size of 23 manufacturing businesses, this study relied on secondary data from firm financial reports. Multiple linear regression was employed as the analytical model in this investigation. According to the test result, audit switching and financial distress have a considerable impact, although audit firms’ reputation has no effect on the incidence of audit delay.
Relationship between Ownership, Capital Structure, and Investment Opportunities with Dividend Policy: A study in Manufacturing Companies
Authors: Asriyani Windi Dwi , Prasojo Prasojo
Published: July 2024

Dividend policy is the disagreeing desire of the company between managers and shareholders. The company retains cash to increase the company's growth; on the other hand, shareholders expect a reasonably high dividend. This study analyses the effect of managerial ownership, institutional ownership, capital structure, investment prospects, and sales growth on dividend policy. The type of data used in this research is secondary data from the 2017-2021 financial reports. The technique in this study uses panel data regression. Samples were taken using a purposive sampling technique of 71 companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX). The results show that managerial ownership, institutional ownership, and sales growth do not affect dividend policy. Capital structure has a significant negative effect on dividend policy. Investment opportunities have a significant positive effect on dividend policy.
The Effect of Profitability, Capital Intensity, Company Size, Institutional Ownership, and Corporate Social Responsibility on Corporate Tax Avoidance
Authors: Ciptani Monika Kussetya , Situmorang Happy Rizka Valentina
Published: July 2024

Tax-related state income plays a significant part in funding state spending. The government is working to maximize tax income, but tax avoidance practices have prevented it from reaching. The effective tax rate (ETR) was used in this study to calculate tax avoidance. This study aims to gather empirical data on the relationship between tax avoidance and variables such as profitability, capital intensity, company size, institutional ownership, and corporate social responsibility. This study was done at mining companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange between 2017 and 2021. From the tax perspective, the mining industry contributes so much to the national economy that it receives comparatively little oversight, resulting in unethical behavior such as tax dodging. The discussion of tax avoidance is interesting because many mining companies still do tax avoidance, which will impact the interest of the government's development. Purposive sampling was used to determine the sample size, yielding 55 samples. Data were evaluated using multiple linear regression analysis with specific criteria, and up to 11 companies were found to fit the criteria. This study's results indicate that profitability positively affects tax avoidance, while capital intensity, company size, institutional ownership, and corporate social responsibility do not.
Wisata Urban Legend Cirebon
Authors: Permana Candra , Fona Zahara , Zanuardi Rizki Fadillah
Published: July 2024

Kekeratonan Cirebon merujuk pada kesultanan atau kerajaan yang terletak di wilayah Cirebon, Jawa Barat, Indoesia. Kesultanan Cirebon memiliki sejarah yang kaya dan panjang, dengan pengaruh dari budaya Jawa, Sunda, Islam, Arab, dan Tionghoa. Kekeratonan Cirebon merupakan salah satu warisan budaya bersejarah di Indonesia. Tujuan di buatnya artikel ilmiah ini untuk mengetahui sejarah dari beberapa daerah di kota Cirebon yang belum terkuak. Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian kajian pustaka dan studi kasus. Adapun instrumennya ialah sumber-sumber terdata, membaca jurnal penelitian dan pengamatan. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian ini, dapat kami simpulkan bahwa slogan “The Gate Of Secret” bukanlah hanya sebatas kalimat. Tetapi memiliki makna yang sangat berarti jika kita menelusuri setiap sudut-sudut kota Cirebon. “The Gate Of Secret” berarti “Gerbang Rahasia”, yang dapat juga disimpulkan bahwa kota Cirebon merupakan gerbang dari rahasia.
The relationship between firm life cycle and firm strategies: A systematic review and future direction
Authors: Talha Mohammad , Ngo Nguyen-Quynh-Nhu , Ngo Nguyen-Nhu-Ngoc , Nguyen Tran-Le-Anh , Nguyen Minh-Dang , Nguyen Gia-Duong
Published: July 2024

The business life cycle is examined through a comprehensive literature review in this academic study. Our initial approach involves searching for relevant articles on firm life cycle and strategy using the Web of Science and Scopus databases. We conduct bibliometric analyses to identify key contributors and recurring keywords. Subsequently, we select twenty-seven research papers to explore the Theory Development, Characteristics, Context, and Methodology (TCCM) framework for firm life cycle and strategy. Our analysis summarizes corresponding business strategies for each stage, including the use of Initial Management Control Systems (MCS) in the introduction phase. As companies grow, a high inventory-to-sales ratio may hinder effectiveness, but it proves beneficial in the growth and revival stages. Mature companies excel in green process innovation and engage more in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities. In the decline stage, firms use cost efficiencies, asset retrenchment, and core activity focus for recovery, signaling commitment to a successful turnaround. However, there is a research gap in exploring appropriate global strategies for various life cycle stages, providing an opportunity for additional articles to thoroughly investigate this relationship and assess multinational enterprises’ success trajectories throughout their life cycles.
Internal Audit in the function of preventing corruptive activities in the public sector of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina
Authors: Demirović Lejla , Isaković-Kaplan Ševala , Krivić Džana
Published: July 2024

The public sector of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (FBiH) from the aspect of complexity and comprehensiveness, includes all levels of government established within the state government, public companies, and the insurance system including: pension, health and social. The importance of performing duties and obligations in a transparent manner, and the possibility of detecting warning factors for corrupt activity are especially important in the public sector.

Corrupt activities at all levels of the state structure of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH), as well as fraudulent behaviour and abuses within it, are precisely the consequences of the complexity of the state system, and the impossibility of efficient and rational use of public funds. Adequately organized, in accordance with the law, and accepted as such by employees within a certain public sector organization, internal auditing contributes to more efficient operations and prevention of corrupt practices. The aim of the subject research is to look at the process of functioning of the internal audit in the public sector of FBiH in the field of prevention of corrupt activities. The results of the research indicate the non-functioning and non-establishment of the internal audit in the manner specified by law, as well as the inadequate implementation of its recommendations, degrading and derogating its role, importance and contribution in the prevention of corrupt activities in the public sector of FBiH.
Biseasonal Changes in Aerobic Capacity and Sports Performance in Highly Trained Mountain Bike Cyclists Applying Elements of the Polarized Training Programme
Authors: Hebisz Rafał , Hebisz Paulina
Published: July 2024

Introduction.
This study assessed maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max), power output and sports performance in mountain bike cyclists applying elements of the polarized training programme (POL)

Material and Methods.
Seven cyclists participated in the study. Immediately before the 2-year experiment (T1), and five times during the experiment (T2, T3, T4, T5, T6), incremental and verification tests were performed to assess VO2max, peak aerobic power (Ppeak) and power at the second ventilatory threshold (PVT2). During the experiment, sports performance in mountain bike cyclists at National Championships, European Championships, World Championships, and World Cup were analyzed. The cyclists performed POL for seven months in each year of the experiment. POL included sprint interval training, high-intensity interval training, and low-intensity endurance training.

Results.
In the group of cyclists VO2max [l∙min−1] increased in T6 (4.14 ± 1.13) compared to T1 (3.74 ± 0.95), Ppeak [W] increased in T4, T5 and T6 (353 ± 78.45; 350.14 ± 87.96; 360.23 ± 93.83; respectively) compared to T1 (324.14 ± 90.24), and PVT2 [W] increased in T3, T4, T5 and T6 (265.57 ± 80.66; 267.29 ± 63.74; 266.43 ± 69.29; 276.71 ± 78.99; respectively) compared to T1 (229.29 ± 62.91). Cyclists’ sports performance improved during the experiment, and one of them won bronze medal at the World Championships.

Conclusions.
During the biseasonal experiment using elements of the polarized training programme, improvements in VO2max, Ppeak and PVT2 were observed in cyclists, which was accompanied by better sports performance in cycling races.
Healthcare Significance in Tourists’ Destination Choices: A Case Study of Polish Travelers
Authors: Kapera Izabela
Published: July 2024

Introduction.
The purpose of the research was to analyze what role the accessibility and quality of health care plays in the country chosen as a tourist destination. It also examined where tourists get their information about health care in the country they plan to go to and whether they had to use medical services at the place of their stay.

Material and methods.
An analysis of source materials was performed and a diagnostic survey was conducted.

Results.
While the quality and availability of health care at the destination is important to some respondents, the main factors related to location, tourist attractiveness (tourist attractions, tourist infrastructure) and price still determine the choice of destination. Only 4% of the respondents identified the availability and quality of healthcare services as key factors in their decision-making process. At the same time, 38.6% of the respondents considered the quality and availability of healthcare services when choosing a tourist destination. For longer trips, the quality and availability of health care at the destination is more important when choosing a destination.

Conclusions.
Healthcare facilities are part of the associated infrastructure in tourism. This type of infrastructure primarily serves the local population, but also conditions the proper organization and management of tourism at the destination. In addition, in the situation related to the COVID-19 pandemic, the role of health care in tourist destinations has increased. This also requires increased efforts toward ensuring access to medical services as well as information about them in tourist destinations.
The frequency of EGFR gene mutations in a cohort of Romanian patients with non-small cell lung cancer and their association with PD-L1 expression level and ALK rearrangements
Authors: Cohn Ester-Andreea , Csutak Ortansa , Tataru Ecaterina
Published: July 2024

Background

The mortality rate linked to non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) has notably decreased in recent years, primarily due to refined diagnostic techniques. This retrospective study aims to offer new insights into the frequency of EGFR gene mutations in Romanian NSCLC patients, examining potential associations or exclusions with ALK rearrangements and elevated PD-L1 expression level and seeks to contribute crucial insights into molecular marker alterations associated with NSCLC, advancing our understanding of targeted therapy prospects for oncology patients diagnosed with NSCLC in Romania.

Methods

DNA was extracted from the FFPET sections using the DNA Sample Preparation kit from Roche Diagnostics while the EGFR mutation detection test was performed using Real-Time PCR methods. PD-L1 expression levels and ALK rearrangements were immunohistochemically assessed.

Results

Among the 453 patients, 42 displayed EGFR gene mutations. The most prevalent mutation was Ex19Del, observed in 3.5% of cases, followed by the L858R substitution (2.9%). A noticeable elevation of PD-L1 expression level was observed on average when comparing patients EGFR Wild-Type with patients with EGFR gene mutations (40.37% versus 26.13%). The association of the L858R mutation and positive ALK was observed in one patient in our study cohort.

Conclusions

The study reveals a significantly higher prevalence of EGFR gene mutations among females and non-smokers. EGFR mutations were exclusively identified in patients with lung adenocarcinoma. This study data act as a catalyst for future investigations into resistance mechanisms to anti-EGFR TKIs in NSCLC patients in Romania and the prevalence of EGFR gene mutations associated with this phenomenon.
Beyond PSA: a multi-modal pilot study identifying novel proteomic biomarkers in paraffin-embedded prostate cancer tissue
Authors: Juravle Ioan-Bogdan , Pralea Ioana-Ecaterina , Moldovan Radu-Cristian , Drula Rareș , Crișan Nicolae , Bungărdean Raluca-Maria , Hirișcău Elisabeta-Ioana , Iacobescu Maria , Mureșan Ximena-Maria , Iuga Cristina-Adela
Published: July 2024

Background

Prostate cancer (PCa) is a common and complex disease in men, often progressing from localized to aggressive meta-static stages requiring advanced therapies. Early detection of PCa relies primarily on multiparametric tests, with limitations, like over-diagnosis and lack of specificity. Advances in molecular profiling, particularly proteomics, could enhance patient stratification and personalized therapies.

Methods

We conducted an analysis using Formalin-Fixed Paraffin-Embedded (FFPE) samples from 23 patients diagnosed with prostatic adenocarcinoma. Proteins were extracted from tissues, followed by liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) analysis. The data were processed to identify proteins and subsequent bioinformatics analysis was performed to uncover significant pathways and potential biomarkers panel. Validation of identified biomarkers was carried out through Western blotting (WB).

Results

Proteomic profiling identified 1,159 proteins, including 176 significantly elevated in tumor tissues. Enrichment analysis highlighted their involvement in stress response, protein metabolism, and signaling pathways associated with PCa progression. Key pathways included mTORC1 signaling, Myc signaling, and focal adhesion. A biomarker panel consisting of KLK3, GDF15, MIF, and AZGP1 was proposed based on their discriminatory power in distinguishing tumor from normal tissues. WB confirmed the tumor-specific expression of these candidates, particularly GDF15 and KLK3.

Conclusions

The present study shows for the first time a multi-modal approach that combines a panel of PCa tissue proteins, as a new tool of PCa in patients. The identified biomarker panel offers promise for improving detection and tailoring personalized treatment strategies in PCa management. Further validation in larger cohorts and clinical settings is warranted to establish these findings.
Translation of the MARS questionnaire into Romanian and the linguistic validation of the translated version
Authors: Năznean Adrian , Comșulea Emilian , Pop Anișoara
Published: July 2024

The purpose of this study is to describe the translation of the MARS questionnaire into Romanian and the linguistic validation and cultural adaptation of the translated version.

The forward and backward translations of the MARS questionnaire were performed by blinded translators. Following the translation, a panel of specialists chose the final version and performed the necessary cultural adaptations. Although a seemingly simple questionnaire, the translation of MARS into Romanian involved a careful analysis of the items and the cultural adaptation of some in order to be used in the target language. Following the translation, the linguistic validation of the translation was performed in order to make any necessary adjustments for the final version.

This paper presents the translation process of the MARS questionnaire and discusses all the difficulties encountered.
Development of E-Modules To Improve Students' Problem Solving Abilities on Ethnoscience Integrated Colloidal Material with the Problem Based Learning Model
Authors: Iriani* Rilia , Risna Risna , Bakti Iriani , Saadi Parham , Abrori Fadhlan Muchlas , Leny Leny
Published: July 2024

Research has been carried out on the development of e-modules to improve student problem solving on ethnoscience integrated colloidal material using the problem based learning model. This study aims to determine the validity, practicality, and effectiveness of the e-modules developed. This research is a research development research with the ADDIE model (analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation). The subjects of this study were 5 validators and 33 students of grade XI MIPA 5 SMA Negeri 2 Banjarmasin. Data collection using test and non-test instruments (questionnaires and observation sheets). Data analysis using descriptive techniques. The results of this study show that this e-module is very valid, very practical, and effective. The N-Gain value is 0.89 in high category, which is that this colloidal e-module is able to improve problem solving capabilities.
Comparative Study of Multilevel Converters using DQ Current Control
Authors: Vicente José , Rocha Agostinho
Published: July 2024

This paper presents a comprehensive comparative analysis of different multilevel converter topologies, including 2-level, Neutral Point-Clamped (NPC), Cascaded H-Bridge (CHB), and T-Type converters using the DQ current control strategy. The study aims to evaluate the performance of these topologies concerning current Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) and ripple in the direct and quadrature components of the current.
A mathematical model of the grid is presented to facilitate the simulation study. The DQ current control scheme is implemented to regulate the current in both the direct and quadrature axes. The simulations are conducted under various operating conditions to capture the converters’ performance across different load scenarios and modulation techniques.
Results indicate significant variations in the performance metrics among the different converter topologies. The 2-level converter exhibits higher THD and ripple compared to the more complex multilevel topologies.
Pengaruh Jumlah Anggota, Volume Usaha, Leverage Dan Skala Koperasi terhadap Permintaan Jasa Audit Eksternal Pada Koperasi di Kota Tegal
Authors: Nurnadifiyah Farah , Fanani Baihaqi
Published: July 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh jumlah anggota, volume usaha, leverage dan skala koperasi pada permintaan jasa audit Eksternal. Metode pengambilan sam­pel dalam penelitian ini berdasarkan total sampel dengan koperasi yang terdaftar dan yang su­dah mengikuti RAT sebanyak 63 koperasi pada 2019. Penelitian ini memakai metode ana­lisis statistk deskriptif dan regresi_logistik. Penelitian ini menunjukan volume usaha me­m­­­ pe­nga­ru­hi permintaan jasa audit eksternal, dan untuk jumlah anggota, leverage dan ska­la ko­pe­ra­si tidak memiliki mempengaruhi permintaan jasa audit eksternal.
Analisis Perbedaan Akuisisi terhadap Return Saham dan Volume Perdagangan
Authors: Santoso Agus , Utami Yuni
Published: July 2024

Akuisisi adalah salah satu strategi yang dilakukan oleh perusahaan-perusahaan. Lang­kah akuisisi diambil agar sebuah kelompok usaha mampu menguasai pasaran di suatu daerah atau negara. Akuisisi biasanya terjadi pada perusahaan induk terhadap anak perusahaannya. Perkembangan informasi yang tersedia dipasar modal memiliki peranan yang penting untuk memengaruhi segala macam bentuk transaksi perdagangan di pasar modal. Hal ini disebabkan karena para pelaku di pasar modal akan melakukan analisis lebih lanjut terhadap setiap pengumuman atau informasi yang masuk ke pasar modal tersebut. Perhatian pada kesamaan antara reaksi harga dan volume atas informasi yang dipublikasikan cenderung menyebabkan harga dan volume dianggap sebagai ukuran subtitusi terhadap reaksi pasar. Metode penelitian yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah metode kuantitatif. Sedangkan metode analisis data yang digunakan adalah statistik deskriptif, uji normalitas, dan uji beda. Hasil  penelitian ini adalah 1) berdasarkan hasil analisis uji beda dua rata-rata dengan menggunakan SPSS diperoleh nilai  signifikansi sebesar 0,761 > 0,05. 2) berdasarkan hasil analisis uji beda dua rata-rata dengan menggunakan SPSS diperoleh nilai  signifikansi sebesar 0,600 > 0,05. Kesimpulan  penelitian ini adalah 1) tidak ada perbedaan return saham sebelum dan sesudah peristiwa akuisisi pada perusahaan multinational company yang terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia periode tahun 2015-2019. 2) tidak ada perbedaan volume perdagangan saham sebelum dan sesudah peristiwa akuisisi pada perusahaan multinational company yang terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia periode tahun 2015-2019.
Analisis Quality of Work Life (QWL) dan Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB): Pengaruhnya Terhadap Kinerja Karyawan Hotel Primebiz Tegal
Authors: Jihad Imron Al , Jalil Mahben , Amalia Mei Rani
Published: July 2024

Human resources (HR) has a very important role and function in developing a company. Employees will provide their best performance if the company provides a good quality of work life. Nevertheless, there are some employees who are willing to do work that is not their job. This employee behavior can be termed as Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB). Employees who have a high level of OCB will be an important asset for an organization. They will obey orders from the leader. This research is conducted with the aim to know the impact of quality of work life and organizational citizenship behavior (OCB) on employees’ performance in Primebiz Hotel Tegal, partially or simultaneously. The research method used in this research is a quantitative approach with a survey method. While the data analysis method used is multiple regression analysis. The result shows that there is a significant effect of quality of work life (QWL) and organizational citizenship behavior (OCB) on employees’ performance at the significance level (=5%). 3). The results of simultaneous testing shows that there is a significant effect of quality of work life (QWL) and organizational citizenship behavior (OCB) on performance employee
Determinants Of Total Loans Disbursed By Rural Banks In Indonesia
Authors: Gading Ratih Laras , Anindyntha Firdha Aksari
Published: July 2024

The financial sector can influence the process of economic development, one of which is through banking by carrying out its intermediary function. One of the banks that have the function of channelling credit and collecting public funds is the Rural Bank. By using the VECM (Vector Error Correction Model) approach model, this study was conducted to determine the long-term and short-term effects of external factors such as Inflation and BI rate and also on internal factors such as the amount of deposits and non-performing loan rates on the amount of credit in the period 2008 - 2022. The results showed both in the long and short term that the internal factors of deposits and non-performing loans had a significant and negative effect on the amount of credit disbursed. External factors such as Inflation and BI rates do not affect the loan disbursed.
Photodynamic therapy with methylene blue and chlorin e6 photosensitizers: study on Ehrlich carcinoma mice model
Authors: Pominova D. V. , Ryabova A. V. , Skobeltsin A. S. , Markova I. V. , Romanishkin I. D.
Published: July 2024

Hypoxia negatively affcts the effctiveness of all types of anticancer therapy, in particular photodynamic therapy (PDT). In this regard, various approaches to overcome the limitations associated with hypoxia are widely discussed in the literature, one of them is the use of photosensitizers (PS) operating through the fist mechanism of the photodynamic reaction, such as methylene blue (MB). Previously, we have demonstrated that MB can have a positive effect on tumor oxygenation. In this work, we investigated the photodynamic activity of MB and a combination of MB with chlorin e6 on a tumor in vivo using a model of Ehrlich carcinoma. PDT was studied with the joint and separate administration of chlorin e6 and MB. The accumulation and localization of MB and its combination with chlorin e6 in vivo was assessed using video ˛uorescence and spectroscopic methods, and the effect of laser exposure on accumulation was analyzed. After the PDT with chlorin e6, MB and a combination of MB with chlorin e6, a good therapeutic effect and a decrease in the tumor growth rate were observed compared to the control, especially in groups with PDT with MB and with the simultaneous administration of chlorin e6 and MB. The level of tumor oxygenation on days 3 and 5 after PDT was higher for groups with irradiation, the highest oxygenation on the 5th day after PDT was observed in the group with PDT only with MB. Phasor diagrams of tumors after PDT show a deviation from the metabolic trajectory and a shift towards a longer lifetimes compared to the control tumor, which indicates the presence of lipid peroxidation products. Thus, tumor regression after PDT is associated with the direct destruction of tumor cells under the in˛uence of reactive oxygen species formed during PDT. Thus, the effectiveness of PDT with the combined use of MB and chlorin e6 has been demonstrated, and the main mechanisms of the antitumor effect of the combination of these PS have been studied.
Causes and Levels of Postharvest Losses along Amaranthus Supply Chain
Authors: OB Oluoch ,   Pwani University
Published: July 2024

Amaranthus spp., is one of the oldest and most widely grown vegetables in the tropical and sub-tropical regions of the world. Kenyan coast where amaranthus is grown for human consumption and income generation, the crop is faced with a myriad of challenges, hence affecting its production.
Fruit Preservation at the Dembé Market, N’Djamena, Chad: Steps towards Good Hygiene Practices
Authors: Kimassoum Djimadoum ,   University Of N’Djamena
Published: July 2024

Good hygiene practices of fresh fruit are usually evaluated using a checklist of established concepts of food safety. In Chad, no checklist is available to monitor good hygiene practices and face health risk factors. The development of a checklist is a context-specific process complicated by the lack of specific information and the social, economic, and environmental reality in the hot and tropical climate of Chad.
The Selection of Best Open Source Integrated Library Management Software: A Review
Authors: AL-Kubaisy Wijdan Jaber , Al-Khateeb Belal
Published: July 2024

Since the first established library in the 7th century B.C., libraries have played a main role in civilization development due to their ability to help humans reach the required information easily. However, in the last decades, after the huge propagation of information from various sources, including the addition of books, other data types such as audio, video, and images have emerged. Therefore, finding an integrated system to manage this huge amount of library data became necessary. As a result, the integrated library system (ILS) improved its efficiency and ability to manage various and enormous amounts of data in addition to following the lending processes and inventory management. There are many commercial and open-source integrated systems used in libraries; selecting the best open-source integrated library system to achieve the library requirements is still challenging due to the variety of available libraries. Although these libraries are open source and freely available, the installation process requires a long time and expert effort, making selecting the best library system a sensitive and important mission. This survey demonstrates the most famous open-source integrated library systems and the essential technologies used to build them, along with the system specifications, to help librarians and educational and academic institutions select the best one for their requirements. Through reviewing the previous academic research, it was noticed that many of them had the task of selecting the right ILS, but most of them did not handle the programming principles based on it, which is the milestone in its building, so we recommended using an automated technique to evaluate ILS and select the best one.
El exilio de Eugenio Fernández Granell en Puerto Rico en la década de los cincuenta. Diálogos sobre el arte y el surrealismo
Authors: Sánchez del Valle Carmina
Published: July 2024

This essay provides a new account of the surrealist writer and artist Eugenio Fernández Granell’s contribution to the education of a Puerto Rican generation and its impact on the island’s cultural and political landscape. It delves into the art scene in Puerto Rico during the 1950s, the conditions and concepts that prompted a group of young artists to collaborate intellectually—some of whom formed the collective El Mirador Azul—and the responses elicited within the larger cultural and political context. It contributes to the understanding of debates about avant-garde visual art expression in Puerto Rico during an age of transition, and about its cultural wealth and strength. The relationships and events described highlight the emergence of diverse social networks across hemispheres, fostering pivotal discussions that continue to influence the present and future.
Alfonso Suárez: vida y nada más
Authors: Doria Elías
Published: July 2024

This article presents a review of the work of the Colombian performance artist Alfonso Suárez, analyzing his work in light of the concept of attitudinal art as introduced by the artist, critic, and curator Álvaro Barrios. This category suggests a tool for analyzing the experimental proposals that began to emerge in the Colombian Caribbean in the second half of the 20th century, one of whose key characteristics is the dismantling of the distances between life and art, a concern that will be essential to understand the artistic praxis of Suárez.
Interview with Susana Wald
Authors: Bernal María Clara , Eburne Jonathan
Published: July 2024

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Music and Gender
Authors: Alexander Kathryn
Published: July 2024

This chapter provides an overview of key concepts and terms for the study of music and gender.
Diseño de una lancha piloto autoadrizable de 9m de eslora
Authors: Muñoz Ortega José David , Riola Rodríguez José María
Published: July 2024

El practicaje es la actividad logística que se brinda a los buques para facilitar el ingreso y salida en un puerto especifico, que son conocedores de la zona y las maniobras a realizar. Actualmente el puerto de Cartagena de Indias es estratégico en el mar Caribe, al estar ubicado cerca al canal de Panamá y frente al cruce de las principales rutas marítimas del comercio global. Donde hay un tráfico marítimo alto de buques mercantes, los cuales requieren un servicio de piloto práctico para la entrada y la salida al puerto, este servicio debe estar acompañado de un transporte para movilizar al piloto hacia el punto de embarque en el buque, sirviendo como transporte logístico necesario para cumplir un rol de seguridad integral marítima para la asistencia de estos buques que requieran el servicio para ingresar al puerto de Cartagena. Por eso, COTECMAR ha visto la necesidad de tener un diseño propio de este tipo de buques cumpliendo con todas las normativas nacionales e internacionales establecidas, basándose en la sociedad de clasificación Bureau Veritas y que permita autodrizarse por sí solo en caso de volcamiento con la alta velocidad que maneja de 27 nudos para su aproximación al punto autorizado para realizar las maniobras. Este trabajo presenta regresiones numéricas, cálculos estructurales, cálculos estabilidad, diseño de propulsión y generación, disposición general, comportamiento en la mar y análisis de costos.
Induction of Resistance to Larvae Crocidolomia pavonana F. (Lepidoptera: Crambidae) using Rhizobacteria to the Cabbage
Authors: Indri Yanil Vajri  , Trizelia  , Haliatur Rahma
Published: July 2024

Crocidolomia pavonana is a significant pest on cabbage that reduces the quality and quantity of cabbage. Utilizing microorganisms such as rhizobacteria is an alternative environmentally friendly control that can potentially suppress the development of this pest. The study aimed to obtain rhizobacteria isolates capable of colonizing cabbage tissue and inducing plant resistance to C. pavonana larvae. The research was conducted at the Biological Control Laboratory and Greenhouse, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Andalas, Padang. The study used a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) with ten treatments and five replications. The treatment consisted of rhizobacteria isolates, including Bacillus thuringiensis, Bacillus subtilis, Serratia marcescens, Stenotrophomonas maltophilia, as well as a negative control (aquadest sterile) and a positive control (Cypermethrin insecticide). The test was carried out by soaking the seeds in a suspension containing rhizobacteria with a population density of 10⁸ cells/ml. The variables observed were larval mortality, pupa and imago formation percentage, and increased salicylic acid production. The data were analyzed using variance and continued with the LSD further test at the 5% level. The results showed that all rhizobacteria isolates colonized into cabbage plant tissue could kill C. pavonana larvae and inhibit these insects' biological development. B. thuringiensis KJKB7.3 showed better results with the highest mortality value (62.67%). Soaking cabbage seeds with rhizobacteria can increase the content of salicylic acid. Based on this research, the rhizobacteria used in the research have the potential to be developed as biological agents to control C. pavonana.
Apendicits aguda. Uso de Drenes
Authors: González Armando , Villareal Rubén , Ochoa Jorge Ernesto , Carvajal Reinaldo , Llanos Guillermo
Published: July 2024

Se analizaron las historias clínicas de 434 pacientes operados de apendicitis aguda en el Hospital Universotario del Valle, en Cali, Colombia, en el período comprendido entre el 1 de Enero de 1976 y el 31 de Diciembre de 1977.El énfasis primordial de este estudio se hizo sobre el udo de drenes. Se pudo demostrar que para todas las circunstancias, hay la misma probabilidad de infección de herida, absceso intraabdominal, evisceración, septicemia y choque, con o sin drenaje intraperitoneal, y por tanto se contraindica su empleo.
Experiencia con biopsias de seno en el programa de cirugía simplificada
Authors: Vélez Adolfo , Villareal Rubén , Ferrada Ricardo , González Armando
Published: July 2024

Se presentan los resultados de 130 biopsias de mama realizadas en 123 pacientes en el programa de Investigación "Sistema de Cirugía Simplificada", en el Hospital Universitario del Valle durante Enero 1976 a Junio de 1977.
Patología del desarrollo en niños de edad pre-escolar en una área urbana popular de Cali
Authors: Gavito M María J , Gensini Hugo E
Published: July 2024

El estudio se efectuó en los meses de Abril, Mayo y Junio de 1977 en 20 centros de Salud del Municipio de Cali y 4 centros de Salud de la Fundación Hernando Carvajal, encuestando los pre-escolares entre los 2 y los 6 años que asistían a la consulta general. Loa niños que presentaron positividad a la encuesta se sometieron a evaluación detallada y a estudio complementarios de laboratorio. Se encontró que 10.38% de los niños encuestados presentaban patología severa en su desarrollo, cifra que expresa un problema grave de salud pública. En este trabajo se propone una clasificación diagnóstica sencilla y nueva, y se publica un esquema gráfico sobre pautas del desarrollo infantil en los 6 primeros años de vida.
Barrera Hemato-Testicular del Vampiro (Desmodus rotundus). Estudio con microscopía de luz
Authors: Pena T Elizabeth , Aragón Jorge A
Published: July 2024

Se inyectaron endovenosamente vampiros machos adultos con peroxidasa de rábano, y se extrajeron los testículos a diferentes intervalos de tiempo. Los túbulos seminíferos fueron tratados para revelar la presencia de la peroxidasa en su interior; posteriormente, se procesaron para microscopía de luz. Desde el minuto 1 hasta el 90 el producto de reacción de la peroxidasa aparece aproximadamente en casi la mitad de las secciones de túbulos observadas por campo. En estos túbulos, la peroxidasa generalmente se localiza solo en ciertos sectores de la pared y del compartimiento basal del epitelio seminíferos. En todos los cortes observado, el compartimiento adluminal aparece libre de enzima. A partir del minuto 90, a medidica que los intervalos de tiempo aumentan, decrece gradualmente la intensidad de la reacción en los túbulos positivos a la peroxidasa. De los 120 minutos en adelante, la peroxidasa no aparece en ninguno de los cortes.
Echinococcus Vogeli en el hombre, con una revisión de los casos humanos de enfermedad hidatídica poliquística en Colombia y países vecinos
Authors: D'Alessandro A. , Rausch Robert L , Cuello Carlos , Aristizábal Nubia
Published: July 2024

El trabajo presenta 4 casos nuevos de enfermedad hidatídica poliquística  (HP) en Colombia y revisa otros 10 de la región. De un perro se obtuvieron unos 250 especímenes maduros y grávidos de E vogeli y un ocelote de 2 estróbilos mal desarrollados de mismo parásito. Ambos animales habían sido alimentados con quistes de 2 de los pacientes. Estos casos humanos constituyen el primer registro del estadío larvario de E. vogeli, del que previamente solo se conocía el estadío estrobilar adulto en el huésped tipo, el perro silvestre, Speothos venaticus.
Inmunidad celular en pacientes anérgicos con tuberculosis pulmonar
Authors: McMurray David N , Perea Álvaro Echeverry
Published: July 2024

Doce enfermos con tuberculosis pulmonar confirmada que reperidamente tuvieron reacciones negativas a pruebas cutáneas con 250 UI de proteína pura derivada (PPD) de tuberculina, se estudairon utilizando puebas de inmunidad celular in vivo e in vitro. ÚNicamente 2 pacientes respondieron a las pruebas cutáneas con candidina e histoplasmina y solo uno se pudo sensibilizar con aplicaciones tópicas de dimitroclorobenceno (DNCB). En estos individuos anérgicos la respuesta blastogénica de los linfocitos de sangre periférica, al cultivarlos con fitohemaglutinina, mitógeno de hierba carmín (pokeweed) y PPD fue significativamente menos que la de los linfocitos de los pacientes controles con reacciones positivas a tuberculina.
Separación columnar de esporozoitos de Plasmodium beghei.
Authors: Mack S. R.
Published: July 2024

Artículo sin abstract disponible
Retro-pneumoperitoneo diagnóstico con complicaciones cardiovascualres
Authors: Caicedo Bernardo , Fonseca Jesús Enrique
Published: July 2024

Es un paciente de 62 años un retro-pneumoperitoneo diagnóstico, se complicó con pneumo-pericardio manifestado por bradicardia, lipotimia, anormalidades electrocardiográficas de isquemia de la cara inferior del corazón con cloqueo atrio-ventricular (A-V) completo, y bloqueo completo de la rama derecha del Haz de Hiss. Se discuten las alteraciones, sus probables causas y mecanismos de producción. Se revisa la literatura médica relacionada con pneumo-pericardio sin encontrarse un caso similar
Oncocercosis en Colombia: estudio de seguimiento después de 12 años
Authors: Ewert A. , Corredor A. , Lightner L.
Published: July 2024

Este estudio es el seguimiento de una investigación realizada en 1965 del único foco conocido de Onchocerca volvulus en Colombia. En la primera parte del presente estudio se examinaron 254 personas. De los 19 individuos que se encontraron infectados con O. volvulus, el más joven fue un hombre de 16 años. Entre las personas incluidas en el estudio de 1965, se examinaron nuevamente 22 para buscar microfilarias. Hubo 2 positivas en ambos estudios, 4 que eran positivas en 1965 resultaron negativas en 1977 y las 16 restantes fueron negativas en ambas ocasiones. Con base en la identificación de microfilarias en biopsias cutáneas, la prevalencia de la infección en el presente estudio fue más baja (7.5%) que el 15.1% registrado 12 años antes. Sin embargo, la respuesta de un 50% a la prueba de Mazzotti (administración oral de dietilcarbamacina) en un número limitado de personas que viven río arriba del área endémica identificada previamente, sugiere que la infección con O. volvulus puede estar bastante extendida.
Fracturas Mandibulares.
Authors: Castaño A. Antonio , Cortés Jorge Alberto
Published: July 2024

En las historias de 127 pacientes del Hospital Universitario del Valle (HUV) en Cali, hubo 156 fracturas mandibulares desde 1974 hasta 1978. Se analizan sus características clínicas, las técnicas quirúrgicas que se usaron y se ofrecen normas para el tratamiento de estas lesiones.
Un caso de linfoma de Burkitt primario de fémur
Authors: Pereira Fabio D. , Méndez Angela
Published: July 2024

El linfoma de Burkitt es una neoplasia maligna que se origina en los linfocitos B. Es endémico e África pero también se encuentra en otras partes del mundo con una incidencia mucho más baja. Es más frecuente en niños de sexo masculino entre los 5 y los 9 años y aparece preferencialmente en la mandíbula y el abdomen siendo muy rara la forma primaria de huesos largos. Este artículo informa, en un niño 4 años, un tumo de Burkitt primario de fémur, cuyas características radiológicas sugerían un sarcoma de Ewing, sin evidencia de lesiones en ningún otro sitio. Al revisar la literatura se aprecia la rareza de su aparición inicial en los huesos largos.
El Caso Radiológico.
Authors: Chamorro Mera Carlos
Published: July 2024

Mujer de Raza negra, 38 años de edad. Consulta por cefalea parieto occipital que posteriormente se generaliza, disminución de la agudeza visual, mialgias, artralgias, localizadas en rodillas, tobillos y manos y además astenia. Como antecedente de importancia años atrás presentó un cuadro respiratorio caracterizado por tos, expectoración mucopurulenta, disnea con sibilancias. La tos fue rebelde y no cedía a los antitusígenos habituales.
Fisiología del sistema hipotálamo-hipófisis-gónadas en la adolescencia.
Authors: Cobo Edgard
Published: July 2024

La exploración de la funcionalidad del sistema o eje hipotálamo-hipófisis-gónadas se ha realizado principalmente en el adulto. En la especie humana ha sido característica la descripción de los efectos recíprocos entre el nivel central: Sistema hipotálamo- hipofisiario y el nivel periférico: ovario y testículo. La segunda mitad de este siglo ha visto desarrollarse merced al avance tecnológico incorporado por las ciencias médicas, diferentes líneas de investigación endocrinológica que van aumentando vertiginosamente el conocimiento sobre el control hormonal de la pubertad, la niñez, la etapa fetal y la integración de esta a la producción hormonal de la placenta.
Trauma Vascular. Experiencia en el Hospital Universitario del Valle
Authors: Ferrada Ricardo , Lechter Abraham , Arrom Robert , Lozano Jorge
Published: July 2024

Se discuten 261 lesiones vasculares encontradas en 197 pacientes atendidos en el Hospital Universitario del Valle, Cali, desde 1966 hasta 1975. Se describen los vasos lesionados según tipo y localización anatómica, edad y sexo, encontrándose que los vasos más frecuentemente lesionados son las arterias de las extremidades en hombres en edad productiva.Se analizan el tratamiento efectuado y las complicaciones, que muestran la necesidad de reducir el volumen de ligaduras vasculares especialmente en venas. Finalmente, se describen las pautas utilizadas en el manejo de estas lesiones.
Comunicaciones arteriovenosas congénitas de las extremidades
Authors: Escobar Edgard , Chamorro M. Carlos
Published: July 2024

Se informan 6 casos de comunicaciones arteriovenosas congénitas de las extremidades, atendidos en la sección de cirugía general del Hospital Universitario del Valle entre Mayo de 1977 y Noviembre 1979. Se plantean las características clínicas, patológicas y radiológicas de estos procesos, que no siendo muy frecuentes, pueden pasar inadvertidos en algunos casos y ser manejados incorrectamente.Estas malformaciones tienen como base una causa común y la investigación radiológica es indispensable para establecer su complejidad. El tratamiento más adecuado parece ser el conservador pues su cura radical por medios quirúrgicos, salvo en casos de hemangiomas localizados, es virtualmente imposible.
Vectores de Onchocerca volvulus y Mansonella ozzardi en Colombia
Authors: Tidwell M.A , Tidwell Margaret A. , Muñoz de Hoyos Paulina , Corredor Augusto , Barreto Pablo
Published: July 2024

Los estudios en el foco colombiano de oncocercosis del Río Micay demostraron que el desarrollo de microfilarias de Onchocerca volvulus hasta el estadío infectivo tuvo lugar en ejemplares de Simulium exiguum que se habían alimentado en voluntarios con infecciones naturales. Sin embargo, fue común observar un desarrollo demorado del parásito y aproximadamente 25% de las larvas tenían un apariencia anormal. Se considera a S. exiguum, el único Simulium que se colectó picando el hombre en 6 visitas al área, como el único vector de oncocercosis en el Río Micay aun cuando su eficiencia sea algo reducida.Algunas especies de Simulium de los grupos S. amazonicum y S. sanguineum sirven como huéspedes intermediarios y probables vectore de Mansonella ozzardi en 3 regiones endémicas de Colombia. En Puerto Palacios (Río Arquía, Antioquia), el desarrollo de la microfilaria de M. ozzardi hasta el estadío infectivo ocurrió en S. sanguineum que había comido sobre voluntarios con infecciones naturales. El desarrollo en S. exiguum, la especie que se capturó más comúnmente, no pasó del primer estadío en más de 400 ejemplares de la misma área.En Santa Marta (cerca a Mitú, Vaupés), una especie aparentemente no descrita del grupo S. sanguineum demostró ser un buen huésped intermediario para M. oszzardi y fue el único simúlido que se obtuvo picando al hombre durante la estación seca. Casi todas las larvas alcanzaron la estación seca. Casi todas las larvas alcanzaron la etapa infectante alrededor del día 6 en jejenes que se mantuvieron entre 26°C y 28°C. Se observó un desarrollo limitado en Culicoides caprilesi pero no se consideró que esta especie jugué un papel significativo en la transmisión de M. ozzardi en el sitio de investigación.Los estudios preliminares en el Río Amazonas, cerca a Leticia, muestran a S. amazonicum como huésped intermediario de M. ozzardi. Cifras limitadas de una especie aún no descrita del grupo S. amazonicum también toleraron el desarrollo de esta filaria. Asimismo se observó el desarrollo hasta el primer estadío en pocos ejemplares de C.insinuatus que se colectaron después de alimentarse de sangre. Aún no se ha determinado el papel de esta especie y de otros Culicoides en la transmisión de mansonelosis en Colombia