bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Reescritura artística del Quijote en África desde el prisma de la ecocrítica del Sahel en Don Quijote en el río Níger
Authors: Essome Lele Gislain Arnaud
Published: January 2024

Esta investigación intenta estudiar las formas en que se representan artísticamente las preocupaciones medioambientales vinculadas a la comunidad de los pueblos de la cuenca del Níger, partiendo de la observación de que los artistas utilizan sus creaciones artísticas para transmitir las preocupaciones de las comunidades a las que pertenecen. Así, a través de la mediación prototípica del personaje don Quijote, repiensan las acciones de sus comunidades a fin de desarrollar una conciencia sana para con el río Níger y pretenden liderar una campaña de educomunicación con el objetivo de incentivar a la comunidad a desarrollar comportamientos eco-responsables. Las pinturas como materia didáctica se perciben, por tanto, como un discurso y una práctica social dialógica intersubjetiva a través de las cuales transmiten el mensaje de la ecología y la protección del río Níger.
Una aproximación a la recepción del Quijote en el teatro inglés contemporáneo
Authors: Fernández Ferreiro María
Published: January 2024

La intención de este trabajo es comprobar la influencia del Quijote en el teatro inglés reciente a través del análisis de siete obras que adaptan la novela al escenario: The travails of Sancho Panza. A play for the young, de James Saunders (1970); Don Quixote, de Keith Dewhurst (1982); Don Quixote. A Fantastic Tale In Two Acts, de Jim Sperinck (1991); Don Quixote, de Colin Teevan y Pablo Ley (2007); The New Adventures of Don Quixote, de Ali Tariq (2014); Don Quixote, de James Fenton (2016); y Wandering Through La Mancha. A Quixotic Tale, de Aaron M. Kahn (2019). Se analizan las características comunes a todas ellas y se observa si se mantienen las líneas de interpretación del Quijote en el teatro inglés precedente, una recepción que comenzó con la primera adaptación conocida de la novela a la escena: The Knight of the Burning Pestle (1611), de Francis Beaumont, y el destacable Cardenio de Shakespeare. Se concluye que las obras analizadas son un ejemplo más de la larga relación entre la novela cervantina y el teatro inglés y que, aunque tienen varios elementos en común, presentan lecturas particulares del mito quijotesco.
Nourritures gaspillées, pauvreté, faim. Notes de réflexion pour la géographie sociale
Authors: Gamberoni Emanuela
Published: January 2024

Le développement économique et du confort produit de meilleures conditions de vie et une augmentation de la consommation. Cela provoque un comportement moins mesuré de l’usage des ressources et une augmentation de la production des rejets. Néanmoins, la crise de l’environnement, les difficultés économiques, le grand nombre de pauvres dans le monde et le problème de la faim appellent la communauté mondiale à adopter de nouvelles actions pour s’opposer aux gaspillages. Dignes d’attention sont alors les expériences – internationales et italiennes – qui visent à contenir le gaspillage alimentaire.
Le processus participatif dans les programmes de réhabilitation des favelas à Rio de Janeiro : fondements et pratiques
Authors: Bautès Nicolas , Gonçalves Rafaël Soares
Published: January 2024

Objet de nombreuses discussions et de nouvelles orientations politiques en quête d’une gestion équilibrée, éthique et démocratique de la ville, la question de la participation citoyenne est, dans la politique urbaine de Rio de Janeiro, à l’image des jeux d’acteurs et des enjeux que pose la réalité d’un espace urbain fortement marqué par un processus historique de ségrégation et de discriminations. Depuis leur émergence, à la fin du XIXe siècle et jusqu’à aujourd’hui, les favelas ont fini par occuper une place centrale dans les politiques urbaines. Entre la lutte contre cette réalité urbaine et sociale et la valorisation de leurs spécificités et de la diversité culturelle qu’elles matérialisent, les favelas sont aussi au cœur de la réflexion sur la place des habitants dans l’action urbaine. Dès lors, l’étude de la participation, comprise comme « un ensemble d’actions organisées et finalisées dans le but d’associer les personnes les plus directement concernées à la conception ou à la réalisation d’un projet complexe » (Kedadouche 2003, 15), apparaît comme un analyseur pertinent des modes d’action politique et des nouvelles dynamiques qui marquent les projets d’aménagement et la politique urbaine poursuivie par la municipalité de Rio de Janeiro. On veut tester l’hypothèse qu’en dépit d’une adaptation récente des discours des institutions internationales de stimuler la participation des habitants dans les projets d’aménagement à travers le monde, les modes d’action politique à l’échelle locale suivent un double mouvement : d’un côté, ils tentent de répondre aux injonctions prônant la participation des habitants dans les projets d’aménagement ; de l’autre, ils restent marqués par un processus historique selon lequel les habitants des favelas demeurent largement instrumentalisés et contraints, pour prendre part aux débats publics, à jouer avec l’ambiguïté des cadres formels et informels dans lesquels ils sont inscrits.
Entre espace, société et territoire. Le rôle de la géographie sociale dans la compréhension des lieux à l’écart dans la ville en changement
Authors: Amato Fabio
Published: January 2024

Les changements de la ville contemporaine font apparaître des zones importantes de malaise et d’inégalités sociales qui sont rarement étudiées par les géographes italiens, contrairement à leurs homologues de la géographie sociale française. Cet article vise à mettre en relief le rôle de l’enquête de terrain et de la description des territoires afin d’établir des interconnexions entre différentes échelles et de placer au centre des thématiques de la géographie les questions, qui sont étroitement imbriquées, de la justice sociale et de l’éthique du chercheur.
The Impact of Social Media on Communication
Authors: Eskandarzadeh Azadeh
Published: January 2024

This chapter delves into how social media has transformed the way we communicate with one another both on a level and on a scale. The authors analyze theories such as the uses and gratification theory and perspectives on communication. Additionally, they explore platforms like Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and blogs. They evaluate the impact of media on forming relationships and building social connections. Furthermore, they assess how organizations utilize media for marketing, advertising, and engaging with customers. They also examine emerging trends in citizen journalism and changes in how people consume news. Critical examination is given to issues surrounding privacy concerns, surveillance, misinformation, activism, polarization, and filter bubbles. Finally, they highlight the influence of influencer marketing, social audio/video platforms, and the internet of things on forms of social communication.
Digitalization in the Public Management
Authors: Kurnaz Salim , Rodrigues António , Sunar Osman Nuri
Published: January 2024

The digitalization process, which started with the effective use of computers, has become more effective with the use of developing technologies and mobile technologies. The purpose of this research is to examine the way, method, and purposes of digitalization in public institutions in Turkey and the use of e-government and social media tools to reach the citizens. In the first part of the study, internet, social media, artificial intelligence, and e-government applications in the context of digitalization in public institutions have been examined. Also in the first part, corporate communication and the ways public institutions communicate with citizens are examined. In the second part of the study, e-government and social media usage rates and methods of Turkish public institutions are discussed. Finally, in the last part of the study, evaluations regarding the future of social media use by public institutions are included.
Mitigating Reputational Damage in Corporate Crises
Authors: Colleoni Elanor , Murtarelli Grazia , Romenti Stefania , Dodini Francesca
Published: January 2024

This study addresses the critical role of organizational apologies in crisis management, focusing specifically on their impact on corporate reputation and stakeholder behavior. Recognizing that crises can severely damage an organization's reputation and legitimacy, the research explores the complexities of using apologies as a crisis response strategy. It builds upon existing scholarship that has predominantly analyzed the legal and financial aspects of organizational apologies to delve into the nuances of their effectiveness. The study's scope is narrowed down to crises for which the organization is highly culpable, as perceived by public opinion shaped by news media. The research thereby offers granular insights into the strategic utility of varying apology categories, particularly in situations where the organization faces intense media scrutiny and stakeholder skepticism.
Cat Diplomacy
Authors: Cansever Ayten Bengisu
Published: January 2024

The rise of digitalization has brought significant changes across various fields, including diplomacy. This has given rise to the concept of “digital diplomacy,” which combines traditional diplomatic practices with digital tools and social media platforms. Digital diplomacy leverages social media's ubiquity to enable politicians to not only reach their constituents but also shape their public image effectively. This phenomenon offers politicians new avenues to enhance public relations, craft their image, and engage voters. Recently, a global trend known as “digital diplomacy” has emerged, with politicians using cat-related posts on social media platforms as a novel approach. In this study, researchers analyze the cat-related social media posts of politicians in Turkey, examining their potential roles in creating a charming image, influencing the audience, or garnering societal attention. The study employs content analysis and delves into socio-political contexts to explore this intriguing phenomenon further.
Exploring the Associations Between Acculturative Stress, Well-Being, Life Satisfaction, and Social Media Use Among Turkish Refugees in Norway
Authors: Acilar Ali
Published: January 2024

The main aim of this study is to explore the associations between acculturative stress, well-being, life satisfaction, and social media use among Turkish refugees in Norway. This study examines the results of an online survey of Turkish refugees living in Norway. The snowball sampling method was used to recruit respondents. A correlational analysis was used to explore the associations between variables. The study found that the level of acculturative stress was negatively correlated with both the level of well-being and the level of satisfaction with life. The level of well-being was found to be positively correlated with the level of satisfaction with life. The female refugee participants reported higher levels of acculturative stress than males. Another finding of the study was that being employed was positively correlated with the level of well-being. No significant correlation was observed between social media use intensity and other variables.
Competitive Data Use, Analysis, and Big Data Applications in Online Advertising
Authors: Akseki Sinan
Published: January 2024

In the advertising industry, based on data, the reasonable application of big data analysis means that accurate internet advertising can promote the display of advertising marketing, and then truly achieve accurate positioning and marketing. Consideration should be given to the difficulties faced by organizations in accessing expensive data storage and the difficulties in sharing data with commercial and international partners due to the availability of data platforms that are considered insecure. It is safe to say that now is the right time to invest in advertising solutions specifically designed to handle big data. Big data may need to be rethought to be clearer not only in terms of the direct effects of advertising messages on individuals, but also on the profound, if indirect, consequences of the self-transformation of advertising industries.
A Ludological and Narrotological Analysis of Crime Representations in Digital Games
Authors: Nizam Feridun
Published: January 2024

For a long time, the representation of crime in various media channels has been the subject of many studies. The studies conducted are mainly on news content. However, crime is represented not only in the news but also in many different media and content. One of these channels is digital games. According to the latest data released by Statista, 3.24 billion people are currently playing games worldwide. It is also stated that 48% of computer owners currently use the device to play video games. It is understood that digital games have a very important place in the process—they evolved from analogue games to digital games—and the market share they have and the size of the audience they can reach. Digital games, which have many categories and can reach a large number of people, produce and present representations of crime like other media types. There are not many studies on crime representations in digital games, which is an important branch of new media. This study aims to reveal the ways of production and presentation of crime representations in digital games.
Strategic HR Management of SME Development in the Era of Globalization
Authors: Nur Andi Cudai , Khalid Komal
Published: January 2024

Government strategy in managing human resources to develop SMEs by formulating regional policies that are more adaptive to various changes is important. This strategy can be carried out by making regional regulations more flexible, especially in managing human resources to support the development of SMEs. The progress of SMEs requires the support of human resources who have high competence and quality. Therefore, it is necessary to optimize education and training to obtain quality human resources and have higher quality competencies. Globalization and COVID-19 have an impact on SMEs, especially decreasing income and sales. For this reason, it is necessary to increase government efforts in formulating regional regulations that are more operational, integrating local, regional, national, and even international culture with adaptation to changes in the global economy. One solution that can be taken is to contribute and carry out digitalization interventions for SMEs so that they are able to survive and be sustainable in changing global economic trends.
Navigating the Intersection of Sustainability and Human Resources to Foster Responsible and Eco-Friendly Management
Authors: Naz Shumaila , Shah Ambreen Jabeen Jabeen , Haider Syed Arslan
Published: January 2024

The role of Green HR practices and innovative HR practices in SMEs extends beyond mere environmental consciousness. Within SMEs, where resource optimization is paramount, Green HR practices and innovative HR practices emerge as a proactive means to enhance both ecological stewardship and organizational performance. These practices encompass initiatives such as eco-friendly recruitment processes, energy-efficient workplace design, and employee engagement programs focused on environmental responsibility. By integrating Green HR practices, SMEs not only reduce their carbon footprint but also cultivate a culture of sustainability, boosting employee morale, attracting eco-conscious customers, and contributing to the broader global goal of ecological well-being. The chapter explains the difference between “green jobs” and “green employability.” It takes the reader to a journey where the initial research to the utilization of industry 4.0 is studied to understand the innovative HR practices under the lens of different HR theories and models.
Digital Transformation in HRM
Authors: Akhtar Shamim
Published: January 2024

The chapter will explore the function of social media in the hiring process and its effects on corporate branding. It offers knowledge about various social media sites and their benefits for hiring and employer branding. Moreover, the chapter explores social media usage tactics and best practices used by different organizations. Additionally, it discusses potential difficulties and dangers connected to hiring through social media and provides suggestions for minimizing them. The chapter also offers a preview of upcoming trends and advancements in social media employer branding and recruiting. Overall, readers receive a thorough understanding of how to use social media to improve employer brand in a competitive job market and recruit top talent.
A report from Lybia of a young Italian emergency physician. What I learned and what I was forgetting
Authors: Montemerani Sara
Published: January 2024

Dear Editor,

Every emergency medicine resident enjoys facing new clinical cases, learning new invasive procedures, and acting like a detective when it comes to mysterious illnesses. Simulations are essential to train non-technical skills during university education, even though someone could believe that they are a waste of time.1,2 Although all these technical skills are essential to our training, our work goes beyond that. Sometimes we believe that we are superheroes, as we were called during the COVID-19 pandemic. The truth is that we learn every day from the patients and their stories because we treat sick people and not their diseases.3,4 The ability to communicate correctly with patients, relatives, and caregivers is mandatory for all emergency physicians, both resident and senior, and needs to be taught and learned.5,6 If we add the cultural background and the chance to work outside Western countries, then we can learn to work for the patient and not on the patient. [...]
A systematic review of efficacy on larva debridement in diabetic foot ulcers
Authors: Suraya Andi Safutra , Kurniawati Ninuk Dian , Mariyanti Herdina , Suarilah Ira
Published: January 2024

Larva therapy, also known as maggot therapy, biodebridement, or maggot debridement therapy, involved the application of live fly larva to a patient’s wound for debridement, disinfection, and wound healing. Despite its wide application in diabetic foot ulcers, the efficacy of this intervention remains uncertain. This review aimed to examine the benefits of larva therapy in diabetic foot ulcers by conducting systematic review. This systematic review sought relevant articles using MeSH-based keywords in databases such as Scopus, PubMed, Science Direct, and ProQuest. The inclusion criteria for the articles were as follows: population - patients with diabetic foot ulcers, intervention - the use of debridement or therapeutic application of maggot therapy with Lucilia sericata, comparison - none, outcome - the results of articles demonstrating the effectiveness of using Lucilia sericata maggot therapy on diabetic foot ulcers. Article quality assessment was conducted using the Joanna Briggs Institute guidelines. Descriptive analysis was performed with a narrative approach, considering articles published from 2018 to 2023. Based on the literature search, 237 articles were found with matching keywords from Scopus (103), PubMed (77), Science Direct (14), and ProQuest (43). After screening for inclusion and exclusion criteria, 11 articles were identified for inclusion in this review. These 11 articles indicate that larva therapy can be an effective method in treating diabetic foot ulcers, especially when used correctly and tailored to each patient’s condition and needs. Green bottle fly larva, Lucilia sericata, produce proteolytic enzymes that can assist in wound healing. Larva therapy is effective when combined with other procedures. In clinical practice, it is highly recommended that nurses provide an individualized approach and assess potential side effects.
Effect of black sticky rice tape and purple sweet potato formulation on organoleptic properties and anthocyanin content of sweet purple mochi as a high anthocyanin snack to prevent cancer
Authors: Fauziyah Roro Nur , Salsabil Nabilah Besta , Sulaeman Agus , Hastuti Widi , Mulyo Gurid Pramintarto Eko
Published: January 2024

Cancer is one of the second leading causes of death worldwide. It is estimated that by 2030, cancer incidence could reach 26 million people, and 17 million of them will die because of cancer. Free radicals in the body can cause cancer, so it is very important to consume foods rich in antioxidants, such as black glutinous rice tape and purple sweet potato, because the human body cannot naturally make antioxidants. The study aimed to determine the effect of black sticky rice and purple sweet potato formulations on organoleptic properties (color, aroma, taste, texture, and overall) and the anthocyanin content in sweet purple mochi. The method used a hedonic test to determine the level of liking and UV-VIS spectrophotometry combined with differential pH to determine anthocyanin levels. Thirty participants were students from Nutrition Department, Politeknik Kesehatan Kemenkes Bandung. The results showed significant aroma, taste, and overall p<0.05 differences. F3 was the most preferred formulation, containing 11.2 mg of anthocyanins per 70 gram. There were significant effects and differences in the formulation of black sticky rice tape and purple sweet potato on organoleptic properties (aroma, taste, and overall). The anthocyanin content in the product can fulfill the adequacy of anthocyanins in a day, so this product can be used as a snack to prevent cancer.
Relationship between peer group support with foot care behavior among diabetes mellitus patients: an observational study
Authors: Suyanto Suyanto , Sukartini Tintin , Efendi Ferry , Fauzi Tafrihatul , Noor Moch. Arifin , Amal Ahmad Ikhlasul , Wahyuningsih Indah Sri , Sulistyaningsih Dwi Retno , Khasanah Furaida
Published: January 2024

Peer group support plays a crucial role in enhancing diabetic foot care. However, diabetic patients often exhibit suboptimal foot care behavior due to a lack of support. This study aimed to explore the correlation between peer group support and foot care practices in individuals with diabetes mellitus. Employing a cross-sectional design, the research focused on diabetes mellitus patients aged 40-55 years, and those with less than five years of diabetes history. A purposive sampling technique was utilized to select 64 participants. The research variables encompassed demographic factors, peer group dynamics, and diabetic foot care behavior. These were assessed through a modified questionnaire, verified for validity and reliability. Data analysis involved descriptive analysis and chi-square analysis. The findings revealed a prevalence of 79.7% for inadequate peer group support and 20.3% for robust support. In terms of diabetic foot care behavior, 56.3% exhibited poor practices, while only 17.2% demonstrated good foot care behavior. All variables displayed significance concerning the dependent variable, with a p-value < 0.003. This underscores the positive impact of peer group support on improving foot care behavior in diabetes mellitus patients. This study highlights the need for further research to delve into the effects of educational interventions and family involvement in enhancing diabetic foot care behavior.
Long-term tadalafil once daily in Chinese men with erectile dysfunction: a 2-year final analysis of a post-marketing, multicenter, randomized, open-label trial
Authors: Jiang Hui , Zhao Lian-Ming , Yan Su , Liu Ji-Hong , Zhu Zhao-Hui , Luo Jin-Dan , Dai Yu-Tian , Li Fu-Biao , Lin Hao-Cheng , Zhang Zhi-Chao
Published: January 2024

The long-term safety and effectiveness of once-daily tadalafil is crucial, but limited data are available in Chinese patients with erectile dysfunction (ED). In this post-marketing, multicenter, randomized, open-label trial with 2-year follow-up, 635 ED cases were randomized to receive daily oral tadalafil 2.5 mg or 5 mg for 3 months, of whom 580 continued once-daily tadalafil 5 mg for 21 months. Treatment-emergent adverse events in the 12-month and 24-month period were similar, with the most common being viral upper respiratory tract infection, upper respiratory tract infection, and headache. Significant improvement from baseline in the International Index of Erectile Function-Erectile Function (IIEF-EF) score was detected at month 12 (least squares mean [LSM] change: 7.9, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 7.5–8.4, P < 0.001) and was maintained to month 24 (LSM change: 8.6, 95% CI: 8.1–9.0, P < 0.001). The proportions of patients regaining normal erectile function (IIEF-EF score ≥26) were 43.7% and 48.0% at months 12 and 24, respectively. Global Assessment Questionnaire results showed improved erection function in 97.5% of patients and improved ability to engage in sexual activity in 95.9% of patients at month 12; these values were 96.1% and 95.0% at month 24, respectively. The quality of sexual life score based on the Sexual Life Quality Questionnaire (SLQQ) was increased by 52.2% at month 12 and by 55.3% at month 24 (both P < 0.001). The treatment satisfaction score determined by SLQQ (mean ± standard deviation) was 62.4 ± 21.0 at month 12 versus 65.9 ± 20.2 at month 24. Two-year daily application of tadalafil 5 mg in Chinese men with ED showed a favorable safety profile and durable improvement in sexual performance and satisfaction.
A prospective cohort of men with localized prostate cancer on active surveillance protocol in Hong Kong, China: what did we learn?
Authors: Wu Xiaobo , Ko Ivan Ching-Ho , Hong Cindy Yeuk-Lam , Yee Samuel Chi-Hang , Teoh Jeremy Yuen-Chun , Chan Samson Yun-Sang , Tam Ho-Man , Chan Chi-Kwok , Ng Chi-Fai , Chiu Peter Ka-Fung
Published: January 2024

This study aimed to report the outcomes of active surveillance (AS) in the management of low-risk prostate cancer (PCa). It recruited 87 men who were prospectively followed up according to the Prostate Cancer Research International Active Surveillance (PRIAS) protocol with local adaptation at SH Ho Urology Centre, Prince of Wales Hospital, Hong Kong, China. We investigated the predictors of disease progression and found that baseline prostate-specific antigen density (PSAD) and the presence of the highest Prostate Imaging-Reporting and Data System (PI-RADS) score 5 lesion on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are significantly correlated with disease progression. Moreover, men with PSAD >0.2 ng ml−2 or PI-RADS 4 or 5 lesions had significantly worse upgrading-free survival compared to those with PSAD ≤0.2 ng ml−2 and PI-RADS 2 or 3 lesions. The study concludes that AS is a safe and effective management strategy for selected patients to defer radical treatment and that most disease progression can be detected after the first repeated biopsy. The combination of PSAD >0.2 ng ml−2 and PI-RADS 4 or 5 lesions may serve as a useful predictor of early disease progression and provide a guide to optimize follow-up protocols for men in different risk groups.
Cuproptosis mediates copper-induced testicular spermatogenic cell death
Authors: Zhang Jing-Yi , Yu Xu-Jun , Li Jun-Jun , Xiao Yao , Li Guang-Sen , Yang Fang , Dong Liang
Published: January 2024

Cuproptosis, a novel mechanism of programmed cell death, has not been fully explored in the context of spermatogenic cells. This study investigated the potential involvement of cuproptosis in spermatogenic cell death using a mouse model of copper overload. Sixty male Institute of Cancer Research (ICR) mice were randomly divided into four groups that received daily oral gavage with sodium chloride (control) or copper sulfate (CuSO4) at 50 mg kg−1, 100 mg kg−1, or 200 mg kg−1, for 42 consecutive days. Mice subjected to copper overload exhibited a disruption in copper homeostasis. Additionally, significant upregulated expression of key cuproptosis factors was accompanied by a significant rise in the rates of testicular tissue cell apoptosis. Immunohistochemical analysis revealed the presence of ferredoxin 1 (Fdx1) in Sertoli cells, Leydig cells, and spermatogenic cells at various stages of testicular development, and the Fdx1-positive staining area was significantly increased in copper-overloaded mice. Mitochondrial dysfunction and decreased adenosine triphosphate levels were also observed, further implicating mitochondrial damage under cuproptosis. Further analyses revealed pathological lesions and blood−testis barrier destruction in the testicular tissue, accompanied by decreased sperm concentration and motility, in copper-overloaded mice. In summary, our results indicate that copper-overloaded mice exhibit copper homeostasis disorder in the testicular tissue and that cuproptosis participates in spermatogenic cell death. These findings provide novel insights into the pathogenic mechanisms underlying spermatogenic cell death and provide initial experimental evidence for the occurrence of cuproptosis in the testis.
The relationship between DNA fragmentation and the intensity of morphologically abnormal human spermatozoa
Authors: González-Martínez Mercedes , Sánchez-Martín Pascual , López-Fernández Carmen , Johnston Stephen D. , Gosálvez Jaime
Published: January 2024

Objective:

To determine the relationship between teratozoospermia and sperm DNA fragmentation (SDF) in the human ejaculate.

Methods:

This retrospective study included 100 normozoospermic men as a control cohort (abnormal forms >14%), 210 patients with a high level of abnormal forms (≤4%) and 65 patients presenting with a moderate level of abnormal forms (>4% to ≤14%) based on the World Health Organization definitions. Sperm morphology was assessed using bright field microscopy. Sperm DNA fragmentation was assessed using the sperm chromatin dispersion assay. Non-parametric analyses were conducted to examine the relationship between abnormal sperm morphology and sperm DNA fragmentation; receiver operating characteristic (ROC) analyses were conducted to assess sensitivity and specificity of this relationship.

Results:

A correlation analysis revealed that the higher the proportion of abnormal spermatozoa in the ejaculate, the higher the level of SDF (Spearman's Rho = -0.230; P<0.001). Significant differences in the proportion of SDF were found when all cohorts were compared (P<0.001); these significant differences were also retained when the different cohorts were compared pairwise. ROC analysis showed a moderate but significant predictive value for SDF to differentiate patients with different levels of teratozoospemia.

Conclusions:

Although analysis of a more continuous range of values for teratozoospermia would help further clarify any causal relationship with SDF, there is clearly a synergistic or coincident affiliation between these variables that needs to be acknowledged by the clinician when interpreting the spermiogram.
Preventing the Argentinian flag sign and managing anterior capsular tears: A review
Authors: LoBue Stephen A , Rizzuti Allison E , Martin Curtis R , Albear Sinan A , Gill Ekjyot S , Shelby Christopher L , Coleman Wyche T , Smith Edward F
Published: January 2024

The Argentinian flag sign (AFS) is a feared complication during cataract extraction. Intralenticular pressures, especially excessive posterior pressure, have been identified as potential mechanisms for capsular stress and tearing associated with AFS. Capsular tension is created by positive intralenticular pressures, which cause the irido-lens diaphragm to move anteriorly once the manual capsulorhexis has been initiated. This tension can cause inadvertent tears that self-propagate to the lens equator, causing an AFS, among other intraoperative complications. Thus, this review highlights the importance of identifying intumescent cataracts as well as a combination of techniques to relieve intracapsular pressures needed to prevent AFS. However, some instances of anterior capsular tears are unavoidable. Therefore, focus will also be placed on techniques during cataract extraction used to manage anterior capsular tears, mitigating extension to the posterior capsule.
Road User Charging™ Set
Authors:   Tolling Applications Technical Committee
Published: January 2024

This Abstract Syntax Notation (ASN.1) file precisely specifies the structure of the data used to support implementation of SAE International Standard J3217/R. Using the ASN.1 specification, a compiler tool can be used to produce encodings as required by the encoding rules identified in the standard (SAE J3217/R messages are encoded with UPER encoding). Both this file and the SAE J2735 ASN.1 files are necessary to collectively implement the data exchanges described in SAE J3217/R. The combined library can be used by any application (along with the additional logic of that application) to exchange the data using interfaces conformant to J3217/R.

SAE J3217/R specifies interface requirements and message exchanges for configuration and reporting in road use charging systems.
Follower Behaviour in the German Service Industry: Research Constructs and Lived Experiences Juxtaposed.
Authors:   , Kugler Maike
Published: January 2024

The aim of this social constructionist research is to explore practitioners’ understanding of follower behaviour in terms of its conceptualization, process, and sense-making in the German service industry, and to provide an agenda for future research. A hybrid approach, combining a narrative and systematic review is implemented to achieve richness. The narrative review reveals that followership research, as an emerging field of investigation, is gaining a growing academic community. In organizational contexts, voluntariness has been proposed to distinguish between formal and informal followership. The latter is linked to followers’ beliefs about traits, attitudes, and behaviours associated with their responsibilities. The systematic literature review in this thesis problematizes the missing understanding of the meaning and conceptualization of follower behaviour. To address this, the data from 40 narrative interviews with formal managers and employees are analysed with template analysis. Findings indicate that follower behaviour is contextsensitive, meaning that voluntariness and expectations vary across organizations, cultures, and individuals. The informality of follower behaviour suggests that it can be exhibited not only towards formal line managers, but also towards organizations, immaterial concepts, groups, or individuals. The follower role can be adopted by all individuals in the organization, regardless of their formal position, if they have the potential and opportunity to do so. Follower behaviours serve as a source of psychological contract maintenance, selfaffirmation, and organizational success. Furthermore, they constitute a platform for selfpresentation. The findings provide insights to the lived experiences of a relatively small number of participants and, therefore, need to be viewed in light of moderatum generalization. Nevertheless, this thesis makes several contributions. First, it offers a conceptualization of follower behaviour and voluntariness in organizational contexts demarcating follower behaviour from other concepts. Second, it offers future research directions by revealing a plurality of process and meaning layers and suggesting the psychological contract, selfenhancement, and self-verification as explanatory theories.
La incertidumbre de los estudiantes universitarios
Authors: Vegas Niño Rodolfo Moisés
Published: January 2024

La incertidumbre es ese margen de tolerancia, indeterminación o inexactitud que todo ser humano es sometido y que lo percibe como una sensación de miedo e intranquilidad. En un mundo cada vez más fluctuante nuestros jóvenes estudiantes se ven atiborrados de pensamientos y emociones que en su mayoría no son necesariamente positivas. Como docentes universitarios debemos acompañar esos vaivenes a través de tutorías para generar en los futuros profesionales personas con mayor tolerancia a la frustración a través de prácticas o pensamientos estoicos.
El Yeknemilis o buen vivir, principio de la comunalidad para la construcción de redes estratégicas en una cooperativa
Authors: Díaz-García Lucero , Bedolla-Cordero José María Enrique , Cuautle-Fabián Aurora
Published: January 2024

Uno de los mayores retos de una cooperativa es la supervivencia, para lo que implementa estrategias como el trabajo colaborativo que le permita acceder a recursos para la solución de problemas colectivos, aunque en la mayoría de los casos, las relaciones no perduran. Existen empresas longevas, tanto en lo individual como en las relaciones con los colectivos con los que se integra, que cumplen los objetivos sociales, ambientales, organizacionales y económicos que se plantean. Un ejemplo de permanencia es la Unión de Cooperativas Tosepan Titataniske de Cuetzalan, Puebla, México, por lo que se eligió para un estudio de caso que permitiera comprender las características que les ha fortalecido. Se utilizaron la observación, revisión documental, un diario de campo y entrevistas semiestructuradas, que fueron analizadas con apoyo del software NVivo 12 ®.  Los resultados muestran que los principios de vida de los pueblos originarios se han trasladado a la filosofía organizacional y a las redes estratégicas de las que forma parte, por lo que el Yeknemilis o buen vivir orienta las actividades conjuntas, fortalece las relaciones entre diferentes organizaciones y favorece la solución de problemas a partir de la construcción de una identidad colectiva y la búsqueda del bien común.
Urbanization and Nutrition Transition: Evidence From South Asia
Authors: Ali Wajid , Ambiya
Published: January 2024

The purpose of this study is to examine the influence of urbanization on meat consumption in South Asian economies. To find the correlation between urbanization and meat consumption, we gathered data from Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and World Bank. The empirical results show that urbanization, inflation and meat production have a significantly positive impact on meat consumption. From a policy perspective, considering the connection between nutrition and economic growth, it would serve the government well to take an interest in nutrition and food consumption so as to improve the economic growth of the country.
Rentabilidad del sector comercial del Ecuador: un análisis del efecto financiero de la gestión empresarial
Authors: Torres Briones Rosa Marjorie , García Bravo Mayra Elizabeth , Hurtado García Ketty del Rocío , Reyes Armas Rodrigo Arturo
Published: January 2024

La rentabilidad emerge como un factor clave para atraer inversiones a largo plazo, por lo tanto, la aplicación de indicadores financieros en empresas comerciales juega un papel vital en el ámbito empresarial, proporcionando una herramienta fundamental para evaluar su capacidad para cumplir con sus obligaciones. El propósito de esta investigación es examinar la rentabilidad del sector comercial en Ecuador y su impacto financiero antes y durante la pandemia. Se eligió un enfoque descriptivo para realizar un análisis detallado de indicadores financieros como liquidez, endeudamiento, actividad y rentabilidad. Además, se empleó un enfoque cuantitativo mediante correlación con el software SPSS y un diseño no experimental. Los resultados destacan que comprender estas correlaciones proporciona una visión profunda para la toma de decisiones estratégicas, identificando áreas clave que influyen directamente en la rentabilidad. En conclusión, las empresas comerciales de la provincia de Tungurahua mejoran su gestión empresarial a través de la aplicación de indicadores financieros.
Factores psicosociales asociados a la incidencia del Síndrome de Burnout en docentes de medicina Azogues enero-junio 2023
Authors: Castro Gonzalez Erika Tatiana , Silva Caicedo Rommel Fernando
Published: January 2024

La investigación parte de determinar la incidencia del Síndrome de Burnout asociado a los factores psicosociales en docentes de la ciudad de Azogues, provincia de Cañar–Ecuador. Se propone determinar las dimensiones correlacionadas mediante investigación aplicada. El estudio es cuantitativo y decanta del constructo teórico en donde la carga y el ambiente laborales están asociadas con la incidencia del síndrome de Burnout. Por lo que se investigó a 90 docentes de la carrera de Medicina. Los resultados revelan que existe correlación de 0,321** con la carga y el ámbito laborales con 0,218* siendo las pruebas estadísticamente significativas a un nivel menor al p- valor de 0,05. Se concluye que, los programas preventivos de salud ocupacional deben estar encaminados fervorosamente a tratar los factores psicosociales como la carga y el ambiente laborales si se pretende disminuir la incidencia de síndrome de Burnout en el contexto específico de estudio.
Riesgos psicosociales en los conductores del sindicato de choferes profesionales de Gualaceo- Ecuador
Authors: Yanza Lituma Roxana Elizabeth , Quinde Alvear Angel Giovanny
Published: January 2024

Este estudio se enfoca en la evaluación de riesgos psicosociales y sus consecuencias psicofísicas en los conductores del Sindicato de Choferes Profesionales de Gualaceo. El objetivo principal es identificar los riesgos intralaborales, extralaborales e individuales que enfrentan estos conductores y analizar las consecuencias psicofísicas de estos riesgos. Para lograrlo, se empleó una metodología que incluyó encuestas y entrevistas a 150 conductores, abordando aspectos como apoyo social, discriminación, comunicación, equilibrio entre el trabajo y la vida personal y salud mental. Los resultados revelaron una alta prevalencia de molestias musculoesqueléticas, particularmente en las regiones cervical y lumbar, lo que respalda la hipótesis de que los riesgos psicosociales afectan la salud de los conductores. Además, se destacó la falta de capacitación en riesgos psicosociales y la necesidad de programas de prevención integral. En conclusión, este estudio subraya la importancia de abordar los riesgos psicosociales y ergonómicos en conductores profesionales y destaca la necesidad de mejorar las condiciones laborales y la calidad de vida de esta población laboral específica.
The Effect Of Injecting siRNA Angiotensinogen On Wistar Strain Male Rats (Rattus Norvegicus) Blood Pressure
Authors: Rusli Jessica
Published: January 2024

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a major risk factor for various cardiovascular diseases and chronic heart failure. Although medication can help lower blood pressure, it often has side effects. Gene therapy using small interfering RNA (siRNA) has been proposed as a potential solution to regulate blood pressure by targeting proteins involved in blood pressure regulation, such as angiotensinogen. A study on rats aimed to determine the effect of intravenously administered siRNA-angiotensinogen on blood pressure. The siRNA was designed using sequence-angiotensinogen mRNA Rattus norvegicus obtained from NCBI and was given to normal and spontaneously hypertensive rats (SHR) in different doses. Blood pressure measurements were taken at various intervals after treatment, and angiotensinogen protein was isolated from blood plasma for analysis. The results showed that siRNA treatment decreased blood pressure in both normal rats and SHR, while the placebo group did not experience a decrease in blood pressure. The reduction in blood pressure in the SHR group ranged from 21-53% (SBP) and 17-58% (DBP) compared to the control group. Gene therapy using siRNA has the potential to provide long-lasting and highly specific control of blood pressure, and further research is needed to explore its effectiveness and safety in humans.
Analysis Of The Cost Effectiveness Of Oral Iron Cleaning Drugs Between Deferipron And Deferasiroks In Patients With Thalasemia Major At Bhayangkara Kindergarten Hospital. Ii Setukpa Lemdiklat Polri
Authors: Abidin Rizal Mustia , Suwantika Auliya A. , Pradipta Ivan S. , Pradipta Ivan S.
Published: January 2024

Thalassemia is a blood disorder characterized by reduced or absent synthesis of globin chains, particularly thalassemia major, imposes significant financial burdens due to the lifelong need for blood transfusions and iron chelation drugs. This research aims to assess the cost and efficacy of oral iron chelators, specifically deferasirox and deferiprone, in treating thalassemia major patients at Setukpa Lemdiklat Polri Tk—II Hospital in 2023. The data were retrospectively gathered through total sampling from patients' medical records and the hospital information system. The findings indicate that the average total treatment cost for thalassemia major patients using deferasirox (IDR 52,969,775,-) is higher than deferiprone (IDR 49,407,613,-). Deferasirox exhibits greater effectiveness (1,364 ng/mL) than deferiprone (1,210 ng/mL). The cost-effectiveness ratio of deferasirox (IDR 38,834,-) is lower than that of deferiprone (IDR 40,833,-). Transitioning from deferiprone to deferasirox incurs an additional IDR 23,130 per unit cost. The average cost-effectiveness ratio suggests that deferasirox is more economically efficient than deferiprone.thalassemia major
Determinantes del emprendimiento en alumnos de la facultad de comercio y administración de tampico
Authors: Gómez María Del Lourdes Arias , Gómez Jesús Arias , Segovia Lourdes Leticia Cárdenas , Arteaga Lorena Gabriela Hernández , Blanco Azalea María Peña , Torres Lilian Esperanza Rodríguez , Aguilar Simón Armando Rincón
Published: January 2024

Fomentar el desarrollo de la cultura emprendedora es parte importante en la formación profesional universitaria puesto que el alumno se visualiza no solo como empleado sino también como empleador, este estudio pretende contribuir en esta vía determinando los factores que intervienen en el emprendimiento de los alumnos de la Facultad de Comercio y administración de Tampico, a través de la aplicación de un cuestionario a 323 universitarios de las diferentes carreras impartidas en la Facultad de Comercio y Administración de Tampico del Modelo Educativo: Generación del Conocimiento. Los resultados muestran que el factor que predomina para todas las carreras impartidas es el de educación con el indicador: el tipo de educación es importante para desarrollar el emprendimiento y el que obtiene la puntuación más baja es el correspondiente al escenario institucional con el indicador: fuera de las materias recibo capacitación emprendedora en la FCAT.
mHealth indispensable para la salud de los mexicanos
Authors: Espinoza-Bautista José Rodrigo , Álvarez-Ballesteros Salvador , Romero-Castro Mario
Published: January 2024

Dentro de las principales preocupaciones del gobierno mexicano, en el ámbito de la salud, se encuentra la Cobertura Universal de Salud, cuyo objetivo es garantizar que todos los mexicanos tengan los servicios de salud a su alcance y a un costo sostenible, por otra parte, es importante mencionar que, de acuerdo a las tendencias en el sector de la salud, la atención debe ser personalizada y preventiva. Por lo cual, es necesario buscar una solución integral dentro del sistema de salud que sea capaz de otorgar esa atención individualizada y oportuna en cualquier lugar del país. En la búsqueda de esta solución, en países desarrollados han surgido términos como eHealth y mHealth como una solución adecuada para los actuales cuidados de salud. El término mHealth emergió como una rama importante de eHealth para la atención médica a distancia mediante dispositivos móviles. El concepto mHealth tiene ventajas sobre los métodos tradicionales de cuidado de la salud, seguimiento médico y tratamiento de enfermedades, ya que la atención médica puede ser impartida no solo en las zonas urbanas sino también en zonas suburbanas y zonas de difícil acceso. Lo anterior nos lleva a pensar que mHeatlh puede ser una alternativa de salud en México, por ello urge que grupos, tanto de las áreas Medico-Biológicas, como de las áreas de Ingeniería se interesen en crear equipos de trabajo para desarrollar tecnología propia que ayude a mejorar el sector salud de México para beneficiar a la población. Por ello el objetivo de este trabajo es analizar los campos de acción dentro del sistema de salud mexicano y de esta manera realizar propuestas para la implementación de eHealth y mHealth en México.