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Oral Literature and the Representation of the Image of the woman in the Contemporary African Context: The Study of Nso, Mbum and Idoma Proverbs
Authors: Dzekem Ngeh Ernestilia
Published: May 2024

The paper investigates the representation of the image of the woman in oral literature using selected proverbs from Nso, Mbum and Idoma oral communities. The paper is anchored on the prediction that these proverbs are both ideologically and aesthetical relevant to the communities that produce them. The thrust of argument of this paper resides around the premise that the languages of the people are vectors of their significant view points, and collective cultural experiences. The study holds that as an aspect of oral literature, proverbs serve various functions and one of such is that as mirrors of the social and cultural experiences of the people they can be read as instruments that reveal how women are viewed, thought of, expected to act, live and behave in the society. From the functionalist perspective and the relevance theoretic lens, the paper sees proverbs as contributing in uncountable ways to the positive transformation of oral communities due to their dynamic and transcendental character. The analysis revealed that the selected proverbs under scrutiny in this study are effective instruments through which one can perceive the representation of the image of a woman in most African oral communities for a better transformation, recognition, and reevaluation of developmental policies.
Street Begging among School Age Children and Social Protection Policy in South western, Nigeria
Authors: Aliyu M. Kolawole , Kayode Joshua Temitope
Published: May 2024

This study discussed the factors that caused street begging among school age children and investigated social protection policies aimed at eradicating the menace in Southwestern, Nigeria. It also examined the impact of the social protection policies on street begging among school-age children and assessed the challenges confronting social protection interventions. The study’s primary data were sourced through multi-choice structured questionnaires and semi-structured interview guides. The study administered one hundred and fifty copies of questionnaires on teachers, parents, and school age children in Ondo, Oyo and Lagos States. Interviews were conducted with twelve 12 respondents on the basis of four from each state based on their experience of street begging by school-age children and social protection policies meant to tackle the menace. Purposively sampled interviewees were from ministries of education and schools, with two education officials from each of the three states and two school principals from each of the three states. Secondary data were from books, relevant journals, government publications, policy guides, gazettes, and online publications. We analyzed quantitative data with the use of descriptive and inferential statistical tools, and qualitative data with content analysis. The study showed poverty, unemployment, broken homes, and poor feeding and other factors as responsible for street begging among school age children. Some of the social protection policies that are in place to eradicate street begging by school-age children in Southwestern Nigeria include Zero Project, Better Education Service Delivery for All, Integrated Qur'anic and Tsangaya Education, and other domesticated policies of the federal government. Social protection policies in Southwestern, Nigeria are impactful in reducing street begging but poor funding, change in government, overstretched facilities, and corruption are some of the challenges militating against them. The study concluded that street begging by school age children in Southwestern, Nigeria is a social menace that requires intensification of existing social protection policies and serious government attention.
Preservation Strategies In Nigerian Museums: A Comprehensive Examination Of Preventative And Remedial Conservation Practices
Authors: Uche Kilba Zainab
Published: May 2024

The museums located in the North-Western part of Nigeria use both preventive and curative conservation in preserving the collections in their custody. In applying preventive conservation, the museums manage the risks to collections through the lens of the agents of deterioration. The REORG method, adoption of proper collection management practices, passive method of indoor climatic management and good house-keeping were the preventive conservation methods used in the museums. Dry cleaning, wet cleaning and chemical treatment were used in curative conservation. Although the two conservation methods were used in the museums, each has its peculiar benefits. The preventive conservation method aims to prevent or reduce damage while curative conservation is the method of choice when damage has occurred. This study discusses both types of conservation as applied in North-West museums
Analysis of the Impact of Devolution of the Agriculture Extension System in Nepal
Authors: Burlakoti Manisha , Nettle Ruth
Published: May 2024

The political changes and reformation initiated the agriculture extension devolution to a lower level in the 2000s in Nepal. The federal system devolved the agriculture extension to local government to bring changes in the delivery system, institutional role, and farmers' access to knowledge development and financial resources. The research has analysed the impact of the agriculture extension devolution to the local level in the last twenty years through a structured literature review. Specifically, it has been identified that the increase in government institutions at the local level allowed farmers to receive extension services from field-level institutions. However, lack of accountability towards farmers, limited human resources, and low coordination between government institutions have impacted service delivery. Furthermore, the study shows that the devolution of agriculture extension has provided the private sector, development partners, and field-level extension actors to support government institutions by sharing the role of the extension service provider.
Adoption of Institute of Agricultural Research and Training (IAR&T) Small Ruminant Technologies by Farmers in South Western Nigeria
Authors: Amusat Adeniyi Suraju
Published: May 2024

Institute of Agricultural Research and Training (IAR&T) is a multi-commodity research Institute that has generated adoptable technologies on small ruminant. The study investigated the adoption of IAR&T small ruminant technologies among farmers in South-Western Nigeria. A multi-stage sampling procedure was used to select 160 respondents for the study. Data were collected with interview schedule and analysed using descriptive (percentages and mean scores) and inferential (Chi-square and PPMC) statistics. Results revealed that majority of the respondents reared goats (86.9%), under semi-intensive management system (67.5%), for income generation (95.0%), and with 5.5±7.4 years of experience. Major modes of receiving small ruminant technologies/information were through Agbe asejere/IAR&T radio programme (x̅=0.82) and farmers’ guide (x̅=0.54). Use of pawpaw seeds for deworming (x̅=0.94), incorporation of crop residue in ration (x̅=0.94) and use of tobacco extract for treating parasites (x̅=0.87) were the most accessible small ruminant technologies to the respondents. Though constrained by high capital investment (x̅=1.50) and poor access to small ruminant technologies (x̅=1.21), the respondents’ rate of adopting small ruminant technologies was high (68.7%). Access to small ruminants technologies (r=0.518, p=0.000) and constraints (r=-0.305, p=0.01) were significantly related to adoption of IAR&T small ruminant technologies. The study concluded that readily accessible technologies were equally the most adopted ones. Therefore, it is recommended that IAR&T should endeavour to concentrate its efforts on making its technologies more accessible to end users.
Influence of Selected Extension Support services on Sesame Production Among Smallholder Farmers in Bal’ad District, Somalia
Authors: Mohamed Mohamed Hassan , Ombati Justus M. , Ahmed Abdullahi Farah
Published: May 2024

Sesame is valuable cash crop in Somalia, as a significant income source for smallholder farmers. Its cultivation and trade make substantial contributions to the national economy, generating revenue and creating employment opportunities. Farmers face challenges related to poor-quality seeds, limited fertilizers, and a lack of proper pest control practices. The paper was to investigate the influence of selected factors (access to farm inputs, access to credit, and access to market information) on sesame production among smallholder farmers in Bal’ad district/Middle Shabelle/Somalia. The target population was 3098 sesame farmers. Purposive sampling and simple random sampling were used to select a sample of the respondents. The sample size was 148 farmers. The study used both quantitative and qualitative methods. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used to analyze the data. The paper recommends that extension support services should guarantee that access to inputs of sesame production is available and offered to new farmers.
Exploración de Competencias Financieras y Riesgos Cibernéticos en Estudiantes de Grado 11: Un Análisis en Soacha, Colombia
Authors: Villamil Escobar Leslie Carolina , Poveda Alarcón Whendy Camila , Rodríguez Romero Jenry Mauricio , Alarcón Alba Sor María
Published: May 2024

El acceso cada vez más generalizado a dispositivos móviles y plataformas digitales ha transformado la manera en que los jóvenes gestionan sus finanzas y se relacionan con el mundo cibernético. En este contexto, resulta imprescindible explorar cómo los estudiantes de grado 11 enfrentan los desafíos y aprovechan las oportunidades que ofrecen las tecnologías financieras (fintech), así como comprender los riesgos asociados al manejo de datos financieros en línea. Este estudio se enfoca en evaluar las habilidades financieras y la conciencia de seguridad cibernética entre los jóvenes, con el fin de identificar áreas de mejora y desarrollar estrategias educativas que promuevan una gestión financiera responsable y una mayor protección de la privacidad en entornos digitales. Con el objetivo de profundizar en este tema, se aplicó una investigación de metodología cuantitativa que integró aspectos de investigación exploratoria, descriptiva y explicativa, conjuntamente, la recopilación de datos se llevó a cabo mediante cuestionarios diseñados con preguntas de respuesta sencilla y selección múltiple, administrados a través de dispositivos móviles mediante códigos QR, de igual forma la muestra se seleccionó al azar de una institución educativa en el Municipio de Soacha, Cundinamarca, Colombia. Hay que mencionar, además, que los resultados preliminares revelaron un nivel básico de conocimiento sobre fintech y ciberseguridad entre los estudiantes, sin embargo, tendían a subestimar los riesgos asociados con el manejo de datos financieros en línea.  Para finalizar, estos hallazgos subrayan la necesidad de desarrollar estrategias educativas que fortalezcan la comprensión y la protección de la privacidad financiera entre los jóvenes, proporcionando así este estudio una base sólida para futuras investigaciones y el diseño de intervenciones educativas dirigidas a mejorar las habilidades financieras y la conciencia de seguridad cibernética entre los adolescentes.
Environmental Management Plan and Water Reuse Waste in a Metallurgical Company, Peru, 2023
Authors: Herrera Jimenez Jasmin Fidelia
Published: May 2024

The main objective of the research was to determine how the Environmental Management Plan improves the reuse of wastewater generated by a steel company, Pisco 2023. The approach of the research was with the methodology of applied type and experimental design, proposed the solution of a practical problem through the application of the environmental management plan, and the intervention with the pre and post-test evaluations. The population and sample consisted of 15 records (5 weeks pretest January-March and 5 weeks posttest May-July 2023). From the sample, the 15 paired means (pretest and post-test) were determined. Data collection was conducted using documentary analysis techniques and instruments: checklist and registration sheets. Statistical analysis with SPSS 22 software determined that implementation of the environmental management plan improved the wastewater reuse rate from 6.41 to 15.73. It was determined that the implementation of the environmental management plan significantly improved the reuse of wastewater generated by a steel company, Pisco 2023.
Enseñanza Virtual Post Pandemia en el Perú: Revisión Sistemática
Authors: Medina Dipas Luiggi , Cuba Potocino Liz Beth
Published: May 2024

La investigación ha considerado como objetivo general, analizar la realidad de la enseñanza virtual post pandemia en el Perú. La metodología fue descriptiva de tipo documental, en donde se ha tomado en consideración el uso de la guía de análisis documental para obtener información de 50 artículos científicos. Los resultados han dejado en exposición que la transición que se ha vivido en términos de la modalidad virtual dentro del territorio peruano, ha dejado en evidencia la necesidad de mantener acceso integral hacia los recursos tecnológicos y la conectividad, con la finalidad de poder establecer una mejora significativa en cuanto a la formación de la capacidad del estudiante y del docente, para la migración hacia la enseñanza virtual, no solo en conocimiento, sino en recursos y estrategias metodológicas. Se ha concluido que, el horizonte posterior al COVID – 19, ha establecido la clara necesidad de adaptarse hacia el paisaje educativo de la virtualidad, en donde los docentes han requerido de mantener una capacitación consecuente de este tipo de tendencias educativas, con la finalidad de garantizar una experiencia de aprendizaje lógica y coherente con los objetivos académicos actuales.
Acuerdos Comerciales y su Impacto en el Comercio Exterior
Authors: Sánchez Torres Yesenia Elizabeth , Velasco Alarcón Leonardo Alberto , Aguas Alarcón Francisco Xavier , Rivera Vallejo Ramiro Abel
Published: May 2024

El comercio exterior al igual que la interdependencia económica de los países ha crecido significativamente en los últimos años, dando lugar al incremento de acuerdos comerciales, los cuales han modificado las condiciones en que las actividades económicas suelen ser desarrolladas, el presente artículo estableció como objetivo principal analizar el impacto de los acuerdos comerciales en el comercio exterior, para lo cual se empleó una metodología tanto analítica como descriptiva, sustentándose en la técnica de revisión bibliográfica. Los resultados denotan que estos acuerdos impactan de manera significativa en el comercio exterior, debido a que posibilitan la apertura de nuevos mercados, además de la reducción de barreras u obstáculos comerciales, del mismo contribuyen a promover tanto la competitividad como la inversión extranjera. No obstante, suelen también representar desafíos para algunos sectores económicos, especialmente para aquellos considerados como vulnerables, razón por la que es importante que los Gobiernos implementen políticas encaminadas a la maximización de beneficios, así como a la mitigación de los riesgos vinculados a este instrumento internacional.
Perfidia
Authors: Arias Arias María Cristina
Published: May 2024

Este libro nace de la inspiración que brotó en mi, en tiempos difíciles, tiempos de pandemia ( año 2020) . Se convirtió en un refugio en medio de tanta tribulación; crecía en mi vientre también, mi primer y más puro amor, mi hija mayor mi Isabel María. Escribir este libro se convirtió en un espacio frecuente en el que dejaba volar mi imaginación y escapaba por momentos de la realidad que me aquejaba. Consiste en la historia de un pobre hombre que nació y vivió gran parte de su vida en penurias, pero el destino le da un golpe de suerte , y a final sucumbe por el mismo torbellino que refiere la vida. Joche representa un hombre de pueblo, que nace y lo primero que ve es pobreza a su alrededor, sus padres mueren y el pobrecillo queda a expensas de un destino cruel que lo lleva a vivir todo tipo de experiencias. Una familia acomodada de su pueblo, lo acoge y le enseña que hay otra cara de la moneda y que no todo es infelicidad; porque además es un hombre muy inteligente y apuesto, lo que al final termina siendo su mayor tormento. Se deja llevar por los placeres de la vida, entre esos los encantos femeninos y termina en un mundo de locura y desencantos que lo lleva a convertirse en un pérfido
DESARROLLO PROFESIONAL DOCENTE, POTENCIANDO LA EXCELENCIA EDUCATIVA
Authors: Leon Piguave Ana Veronica , Mosquera Moreno Gladys Elizabeth , Pacheco Campuzano Martha Fabiola , Aviles Santamaria Arley Nancy , Torres Montes Ruth Elizabeth , Cedillo Almeida Gladys Lorena , Peralta Salazar María Matilde , Vargas Solis Clemencia Yolanda , Viejo Aguirre Vilma Jesennia , Tutiven Romero Ricardo Luis
Published: May 2024

La educación es uno de los pilares fundamentales de toda sociedad. A través de ella, no solo se transmiten conocimientos y habilidades a las nuevas generaciones, sino que se forjan los ciudadanos del mañana. En este contexto, el rol de los docentes es esencial. Ellos son los encargados de guiar y acompañar a los estudiantes en su proceso de aprendizaje, inspirándolos a alcanzar su máximo potencial. Sin embargo, para que los docentes puedan cumplir efectivamente su importante misión, es fundamental que cuenten con las herramientas y el apoyo necesarios para su continuo desarrollo profesional. Solo así podrán mantenerse actualizados en las últimas metodologías pedagógicas, incorporar innovaciones tecnológicas en el aula y, sobre todo, fortalecer sus competencias para brindar una educación de excelencia. Este libro, “Desarrollo Profesional Docente, Potenciando la Excelencia Educativa”, tiene como objetivo ser una guía y un recurso valioso para todos aquellos educadores comprometidos con su crecimiento profesional y con mejorar la calidad de la enseñanza. A lo largo de sus páginas, exploraremos diversas estrategias, herramientas y buenas prácticas que permitirán a los docentes potenciar sus habilidades, renovar su pasión por la enseñanza y, ultimadamente, tener un impacto positivo y duradero en las vidas de sus estudiantes. Invitamos a los lectores a embarcarse en este apasionante viaje de aprendizaje y descubrimiento, con la certeza de que, al invertir en su desarrollo profesional, estarán contribuyendo no solo a su propio crecimiento, sino al futuro de toda nuestra sociedad. Juntos, podemos forjar una educación de excelencia que permita a cada estudiante alcanzar su pleno potencial.
Incidencia del Enfoque Resolución de Problemas de George Pólya en el Desarrollo del Pensamiento Variacional
Authors: Galvis-Rivera Yolima , González-Bautista Edgard Aurelio
Published: May 2024

La resolución de problemas ha sido parte fundamental en la enseñanza de las matemáticas, permitiendo con ella satisfacer los requerimientos a la hora de enfrentar un suceso cotidiano. El presente estudio tuvo como objetivo analizar la incidencia del enfoque de resolución de problemas matemáticos de George Pólya en el desarrollo del pensamiento variacional, visto como una de las problemáticas más recurrentes en la enseñanza de las matemáticas.  La aplicación de una metodología bajo el paradigma naturalista, método Investigacion-Acción, enfoque cualitativo, tipo interpretativo que permitió describir esta dificultad en los estudiantes del grado sexto de la institución educativa José Odel Lizarazo Villamaga, a partir de datos específicos tomados del plan propuesto en el método Pólya. En este proceso se abordó el fenómeno desde el diagnóstico y observación directa, la comprensión y concepción de problemas mediante acciones de trabajo colaborativo y cooperativo, la implementación de recursos y conceptos matemáticos para proponer opciones de resolución y llegar a un proceso de verificación de los resultados. Una vez ejecutada la propuesta de Pólya se evidenció en los informantes claves una evolución del pensamiento variacional, desde su etapa preoperacional, donde se reconocieron las dificultades iniciales en la comprensión de las situaciones matemáticas presentadas, las debilidades en el proceso de lectura y escritura matemática, llevando a los estudiantes a profundizar en la indagación, la exploración de hipótesis y el planteamiento de soluciones a las incógnitas identificadas.
Comprensión Lectora en Universitarios Ingresantes
Authors: Valero-Ancco Vidnay Noel , Pari-Orihuela Miryam , Calsin-Chambilla Yobana Milagros
Published: May 2024

La comprensión lectora se refiere a la habilidad de entender, emplear, reflexionar y mostrar interés por los textos escritos, con el propósito de alcanzar metas personales, fomentar el desarrollo del conocimiento individual y participar activamente en la sociedad. Por lo tanto, la lectura se convierte en una capacidad fundamental para el aprendizaje en todas las disciplinas del conocimiento. En ese marco, el presente estudio tuvo el objetivo de determinar el nivel de comprensión lectora en estudiantes universitarios ingresantes. La investigación se fundamentó bajo el método deductivo, paradigma positivista, con enfoque cuantitativo, de diseño descriptivo y tipo transversal. La muestra de estudio estuvo conformada por 95 estudiantes entre varones y mujeres. El instrumento utilizado corresponde a una prueba escrita compuesta por cinco textos con cinco preguntas cada uno. Se utilizó la estadística descriptiva para el procesamiento de datos. Los resultados revelan que los universitarios ingresantes en su mayoría tienen un alto nivel de comprensión lectora literal, mientras que en la comprensión inferencial y criterial la mayoría se encuentra en el nivel medio, esto supone que se debe implementar dentro de los programas curriculares universitarios cursos de nivelación o créditos libres que permitan a los estudiantes ingresantes mejorar su competencia lectora, entendiendo que esta habilidad es de suma importancia, ya que la lectura es el medio principal a través del cual se adquieren nuevos conocimientos en la educación universitaria, tanto en términos disciplinarios como generales. Se concluye que la mayoría de universitarios ingresantes alcanzó un nivel medio en esta capacidad.
Análisis Comparativo en la Enseñanza de Tendencias Educativas Mediadas por TIC en Educación Superior
Authors: Cárdenas-Gándara Teresa de Jesús , Cornejo-Álvarez Juan Fidel
Published: May 2024

La educación es un factor fundamental para alcanzar una mejor calidad de vida y mejorar el bienestar social, a partir de ello se genera el crecimiento cultural, social y económico de los pueblos. La presente investigación tuvo como objetivo hacer un análisis comparativo de las actividades que realizaron los estudiantes del programa educativo de tendencias educativas en el uso de las TIC. Se fundamentó en el método comparativo bajo el paradigma pragmático con un enfoque mixto: el análisis cuantitativo de los resultados estadísticos de la intervención educativa y cualitativo para conocer el grado de satisfacción por medio de una encuesta aplicada a los alumnos. Los estudiantes que participaron fueron 34, 22 adscritos al CUCEA y 12 al CUNorte. La metodología utilizada fue en educación comparada, que permitió llevar a cabo el análisis en donde se determinaron los tiempos, contenidos, actividades, estrategias didácticas y uso de herramientas tecnológicas. Los resultados que se obtuvieron se presentan en dos aspectos: el primero, realizado por los dos grupos de trabajo reflejándose las similitudes con un alto aprovechamiento reflejado en el porcentaje en asistencias, participaciones generales y las calificaciones alcanzadas; el segundo, en el alto grado de satisfacción que manifestaron. Con todo lo realizado, se pudo concluir con la apreciación de una experiencia muy alentadora, esto es, el poder impulsar o motivar en los futuros docentes en la diversificación de las prácticas educativas apoyadas con las tendencias educativas actuales y por consecuencia un gran impacto en la sociedad.
Analysis Of The Crime Of Premeditated Murder Using Cyanide Poison in the Perspective of Routine Activity Theory (Case Study in Sukabumi City)
Authors: Triny Srihadiati  , Abdur Rozak
Published: May 2024

This research investigates the phenomenon of premeditated murder using cyanide poison in the context of the Routine Activity Theory perspective. The focus of this research is a case study of premeditated murder using poison committed in Sukabumi City. The research method used involved qualitative analysis of data from various sources, including police reports, forensic results, and interviews with relevant parties. The purpose of this study was to determine the compatibility between routine activity theory and premeditated murder, which in this study used cyanide poison. The results showed that the crime of premeditated murder using cyanide poison often involves a planning process that is integrated with the routine activities of the perpetrator and victim. Routine Activity Theory provides an in-depth understanding of how such crimes are planned, executed and ultimately executed. In the context of the case studied, the perpetrator provided magical money-multiplying services through rituals, capitalizing on the victim's belief in the supernatural without conducting prior research, which ultimately led to the victim's death from poisoning. The findings highlight the importance of understanding the factors that influence offenders' success in planning and executing crimes, and the implications for prevention and law enforcement efforts. This research also contributes to the theoretical understanding of the relationship between routine activities and premeditated crimes, as well as providing practical insights for law enforcement officials in dealing with similar cases in the future.
Legal Protection of Women and Children in Isbat Marriage accompanied by Divorce
Authors: Achmad Walif Rizqy  , Ishaq Ishaq , Muhammad Faisol
Published: May 2024

Until now, it is felt that the marriage ceremony accompanied by divorce has not provided complete justice, especially in terms of applications by women. When women apply, their rights are often neglected, especially when the verstek decision means that the rights of women and children are lost. In this research, the focus is on discussing the rights of women and children in marriage isbat cases accompanied by divorce and forms of legal protection for women and children in marriage isbat cases accompanied by divorce. The research method in this research uses a normative/doctrinal type of research which focuses on the legal issue being researched and uses two approaches, namely the statutory approach and the conceptual approach. This research results in discussion that women and children in cases of isbat marriage accompanied by divorce actually have many regulations that regulate them to protect their rights, but are sometimes neglected because the law cannot reach far in ensuring justice is present in them, especially in the context of legal protection, especially Repressive legal protection does not yet describe a just situation that substantively guarantees the basic rights of women and children. Even though the regulations have been regulated in such a way, the implementation does not show justice, especially in cases filed by women.
Legal Policy Impact on Indonesia's Geothermal Industry Development: FDI Cooperation and NDC
Authors: Rahmawanti Hanifah Humaira , Meliala Aurora Jillena
Published: May 2024

Geothermal significantly contributes to the state's energy industry development as a widely available low-carbon, sustainable, and strategic resource. As Indonesia is committed to achieving NZE 2060, renewable energy development is being conducted massively. Seeking Indonesia's geothermal energy potential, several regulations, policies, and schemes are implemented, including investment schemes, as financing plays a vital role in the industry's development. However, establishing a seamless procurement is highly dependent on national law regulations which govern the financing, procurement, and utilizations up to investors benefits. This article identifies international and national regulations on FDI, business schemes, and its alignment with INDC strategic programs, demonstrating Indonesia's commitment. It finds much room for improvement in national law regulation, especially the upcoming RE Draft Bill, as the implementation of established FDI schemes has not met the investor's favors. However, among AMS, Indonesia is the most committed country to achieving NZE. Therefore this article examines the Legal Policy Impact on Indonesia’s Geothermal Industry Development through FDI Cooperation and NDC. This article is conducted in Normative Legal Research and uses the Statutory Approach as its problem approach.
Legal Analysis of Bank Accounts With Children's Names As Customers
Authors: Silvester Magnus Loogman Palit  , William Hendrik Reba  , Tumian Lian Daya Purba
Published: May 2024

This research, entitled Legal Analysis of Bank Accounts with Children's Names as Customers , was carried out at several Jayapura City Bank branches. The methods used in this research are normative juridical and empirical juridical . The problem of this research is how children as customers can be said to be competent according to the legal rules of agreements related to opening bank savings accounts; Then, is it worth continuing to open an account with a child as a customer as an offer that is in accordance with the subjective requirements of the depositor? So this needs to be researched because there are still banking products that offer savings to child customers . It is hoped that this research can provide input to banks regarding their savings product offerings and knowledge for the people of Jayapura City . There is no uniformity in Indonesian law, the age limit for adult children is determined by the child's actions. One way to protect parties (child customers) who are not yet able to realize their actions and the extent of the legal consequences of their actions is to limit their ability to act.
Prevenga la ochratoxina A y mantenga la inocuidad y la calidad del café
Authors: Puerta Quintero Gloria Inés
Published: May 2024

En este Avance Técnico se dan generalidades sobre la Ochratoxina A (OTA) en café, los factores que favorecen su producción, se hace una relación de las diferentes investigaciones que sobre OTA ha realizado la Federación Nacional de Cafeteros de Colombia, los límites máximos permitidos, normas y regulaciones al respecto. Para finalizar se dan algunas recomendaciones para prevenir OTA en café.
A Literature Review on the Relationship Between Hofstede’s National Culture Framework and Occupational Safety
Authors: Yıldız Serkan
Published: May 2024

According to data released by ILO, 340 million occupational accidents leading to economic losses, injuries, and deaths occur annually. In the literature, national culture, whose importance gradually increases with the working environment increasingly multicultural, was indicated as one of the factors that affect occupational safety. In this study, 20 articles examining the relationship between national culture and occupational safety over Hofstede's national culture dimensions were identified. These studies were reviewed in terms of the safety factor they examined, the method used, the sector and the results obtained. In addition, the studies were discussed in detail in terms of the effect of national culture on occupational safety. Accordingly, safety performance and safety attitudes were the most studied safety dimensions, questionnaires were the most used method and construction, aviation, oil and gas, and shipping sectors were the most examined sectors. Most of the studies were identified to be in favour of the negative effect of IDV on occupational safety, the negative effect or ineffectiveness of MAS, and the positive effect of UAI and LTO. However, there was a total disagreement about the impact of PDI. This study is expected to provide a better understanding of the national culture and occupational safety relationships, thereby guiding decision-makers in policy development and regulation related to occupational safety.
CORRIGENDUM: SUSTAINABLE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT IN CHINA: DOES FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS OVERCOME THE RISKS AND CHALLENGES TO SUSTAINABLE HOUSING?
Authors: Ma Shaodong
Published: May 2024

Shaodong Ma, author of the article “Sustainable housing development in China: does financial institutions overcome the risks and challenges to sustainable housing?”, published in Technological and Economic Development of Economy, 30(3), 627–645, https://doi.org/10.3846/tede.2024.20581 informs that in the article, pp. 627–630, some references were not strongly related to the content, and required refinement. The corresponding references needed to be removed from the list of references in pp. 640–642. This has now been corrected. The author regrets the errors.
Immunomodulatory properties of cholecalciferol in rats with experimentally induced inflammation
Authors: Doncheva Nina , Mihaylova Anita , Zlatanova Hristina , Ivanovska Mariya , Delev Delian , Kostadinov Ilia
Published: May 2024

The study aimed to investigate anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects of cholecalciferol (vitamin D3) in rats with complete Freund’s adjuvant-induced arthritis (AIA) and lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced inflammation. In the first experiment, rats were treated with cholecalciferol 14 days before or from the day of induction of arthritis. In the second set-up, animals received cholecalciferol for 14 days which was followed by LPS injection. TNF (tumour necrosis factor)-alpha, IL (interleukin)-1β, TGF (transforming growth factor)-β1 levels were measured by enzyme linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). Cholecalciferol treatment reduced paw oedema and ankle joint diameter in AIA. Significantly lower IL-1β concentrations were found in cholecalciferol-treated arthritic rats. In LPS-challenged rats, cholecalciferol markedly lowered serum TNF-α, whereas an elevation in IL-1β concentrations was observed. Cholecalciferol slightly increased TGF-β1 serum concentration in arthritic rats and non-significantly reduced its level in LPS-challenged animals. Our findings showed that cholecalciferol exerts immunomodulatory properties which probably contribute to its anti-inflammatory effect.
Exploitation d'images satellitaires Landsat de la région du Cap (Afrique du Sud) pour le calcul et la cartographie d'indices de végétation à l'aide du logiciel GRASS GIS
Authors: Lemenkova Polina
Published: May 2024

Le développement de techniques de programmation et de langages de script intégrés aux SIG a amélioré le traitement des images satellitaires pour obtenir des informations spatiales à partir des données de télédétection. Dans cet article, l'efficacité de l'intégration des données multi-temporelles d'observation spatiale avec des techniques de script est démontrée à travers un exemple pris en Afrique du Sud. Quatre images Landsat couvrant la région côtière du Cap ont été acquises auprès de l'USGS pour les années 2016, 2018, 2021 et 2023. Leur traitement a permis le calcul de quatre indices de végétation à l'aide du module 'i.vi' de GRASS SIG : DVI, NDVI, SAVI et CI. Les valeurs des indices ont été cartographiées pour chacune des images traitées. Ces cartes traduisent les changements de l'occupation du sol depuis 2016, notamment la déforestation et l'expansion des terres agricoles.
« Mais », entre figure de langue et figure de pensée dans le discours d’Emmanuel Macron
Authors: Djeradi Kheira
Published: May 2024

Cet article se concentre sur les figures de langue et les figures de pensée ponctuées par l’emploi du connecteur d’opposition « mais » dans les interventions d’Emmanuel Macron lors du débat de l’entre-deux-tours des élections présidentielles de 2022 face à Marine Le Pen. En effet, par le déploiement récurrent de ce connecteur, le candidat a tenté d’assurer l’effet de persuasion, de clarté, de nuance et surtout, de concessions dans le processus de l’argumentation. Cependant, la perception et l’interprétation de cette récursivité par les électeurs peut varier et risque d’entrainer d’autres incidences, telles que la manipulation ou la partialité. Pour circonscrire cet état des lieux, nous nous proposons d’adopter l’approche pragmatique conative. Elle mettra en lumière l’efficacité des figures de langue dans la communication et leur rôle dans la persuasion et la création de sens. Elle offre une compréhension plus approfondie de la rhétorique en la plaçant au centre des interactions.
L’aditus du théâtre antique de Béziers
Authors: Macario Raphaël
Published: May 2024

Le théâtre antique de Béziers a été découvert en 2014 à l’occasion d’une fouille préventive dans le centre-ville. Le tiers de l’édifice environ est visible avec un diamètre restitué de 80 à 85 m. Bien conservées à la faveur d’un remploi dans des caves modernes, les maçonneries du bâtiment de scène et de la première travée de soutènement des gradins encadrent l’aditus maximus du théâtre. Large de 2,80 m et visible sur 21 m de long, son niveau de sol est partiellement conservé et permet de réfléchir aux circulations entre les différentes parties du théâtre. Un collecteur trouvait son exutoire à l’extrémité nord-est du couloir tandis que les maçonneries au sud-ouest ont fait l’objet d’une mise en œuvre différente à proximité du débouché dans l’orchestra.
Le théâtre romain de Lyon et ses aditus
Authors: Fellague Djamila , Delferrière Nicolas
Published: May 2024

L’article offre tout d’abord une présentation générale des hypothèses actuelles sur la datation du théâtre de Lyon et montre la nécessité d’une reprise de l’étude, qui a justement commencé par l’examen des aditus. L’aditus nord, le mieux conservé, offre un témoignage soit de l’existence d’une profonde transformation des maçonneries soit de l’intervention de deux équipes de maçons. Il présente par ailleurs des vestiges de deux à trois décors successifs, qui sont rarement conservés dans les théâtres. Des archives photographiques sur l’aditus sud apportent également des informations précieuses sur des décorations disparues et sur les restaurations modernes. Grâce aux vestiges en place, quelques pièces erratiques et des archives, l’étude fournit des renseignements sur l’histoire du théâtre antique de Lyon et sur les caractéristiques des décors qui magnifiaient les entrées. Elle montre ce que l’examen d’une partie réduite de l’édifice peut apporter à des problématiques générales touchant à la chronologie, à l’organisation du chantier et aux remplois, sans pour autant fournir une réponse définitive aux aspects chronologiques.
Marine Biodiversity Impact Assessment
Authors: M. Vinayaka , N. T. Shanmukha , B. Lokeshappa , Nadaf Shanwaj
Published: May 2024

Human activities, including pollution, invasive species, habitat degradation, overfishing, and climate change, are causing a decline in marine biodiversity and ecosystems. These issues disrupt food webs, habitat loss, and interfere with marine organisms' health and reproduction. Climate change also strains marine life. Conservation efforts and sustainable management techniques are needed to protect marine biodiversity, including pollution management, habitat protection, sustainable fishing methods, and climate change mitigation. Integrated strategies addressing pollution, habitat protection, sustainable fishing, and climate change mitigation are crucial for preserving marine ecosystems.
Strategies for Conservation in the Face of Biodiversity Decline
Authors: Azeem Asad , Ul-Allah Sami , Khan Sana , Azeem Sonia , Shahid Huma , Zia Ul Haq Muhammad , Ahmad Waqas
Published: May 2024

In this chapter, the authors have analyzed the important role of different strategies such as satellite-based monitoring, remote sensing approach, as well as geographic information systems (GIS) in biodiversity conservation. Through the exploration of the multi-dimensional role of satellites, the research papers emphasize LiDAR and multispectral imaging as well as the effective integration of GIS. These techniques demonstrate how they can be used to tackle today's biodiversity problems. Spatial mapping and informed decision-making can be used to solve the complex problems created by the loss of biodiversity at the core level. And lastly, this chapter stresses the importance of all the techniques in protecting ecosystems, by using integrated approaches which combine the advantages of all the techniques and preserve biodiversity for a long time.
Policymaking and Strategies for Socio-Ecological, Environmental, and Green Socio-Technological Innovation
Authors: Vargas-Hernandez José G. , Vargas-González Omar C.
Published: May 2024

This study aims to analyze the relationships between policymaking and strategies for socio-ecological, environmental, and green socio-technological innovation. The analysis departs from the assumption that the environment of a socio-ecological and socio-technological innovation can be fostered by policymaking and strategies aimed to provide the transformation of pure research on scientific knowledge into innovative commercial products and services. The method employed is analytic-reflective based on the theoretical and empirical literature review. It is concluded that policymaking and strategies accelerate the creation and development processes of socio-ecological, environmental, and green socio-technological innovation.
Smart Environment
Authors: Avramovic Zoran Z. , Gadirova Elmina Musrat , Hajimahmud Vugar Abdullayev , Abuzarova Vusala Alyar
Published: May 2024

Ecological problems are one of the main processes that show the interaction between man and nature. Man's influence on nature and nature's influence on man are mutual. On the other hand, man's effects on nature show their negative side, and this is partly related to the integration of man and technology into nature. Today, one of the most noticeable environmental problems is water pollution and the reduction of freshwater resources. Water pollution occurs for various reasons, one of which is anthropogenic. It is possible to prevent and eliminate this process. From this point of view, technologies are starting to become nature-friendly. There are various methods to prevent pollution. In the chapter, it is mentioned about the purification of wastewater from toxic substances in alloyed systems. Previously, general environmental problems, water pollution, its sources, and causes were mentioned.
Maternally inherited diabetes and deafness with a variable presentation across three generations within a pedigree, South Africa
Authors: Makgopa Herbert , Kemp Tanja , Meldau Surita , Honey Engela M. , Chale-Matsau Bettina
Published: May 2024

Introduction: Maternally inherited diabetes and deafness (MIDD) is caused by the m.3243AG pathogenic variant in maternally inherited mitochondrial DNA. Diabetes is prevalent in our setting; however, MIDD is rarely diagnosed. This study, undertaken in Pretoria, South Africa, highlights the variable presentation of MIDD in different patients within the same family.Case presentation: A 45-year-old man (proband) with hearing impairment was referred to the endocrine unit in July 2015 due to poor glycaemic control (HbA1c = 13%). His clinical and biochemical features were in keeping with MIDD. A genetic study of accessible maternal relatives was pursued. His mother had difficulty hearing and reportedly died from an unspecified cardiovascular cause. Two sisters with diabetes and deafness died of cardiac-related conditions. One nephew had diabetes (HbA1c = 7.7%), hearing loss and tested positive for m.3243AG. A third sister tested positive for m3243AG, but aside from bilateral mild hearing loss in higher frequencies, showed no other signs of target organ damage. Her daughter developed end-stage kidney failure necessitating a transplant, while her son had no biochemical abnormalities and was negative for m.3243AG.Management and outcome: A multidisciplinary team managed and screened for complications of the patient and his maternal relatives. Proband died prior to genetic testing.Conclusion: Most MIDD patients initially present with symptoms of diabetes only, and it is probable that many cases remain undiagnosed. A high index of suspicion is necessary when encountering a family history of both diabetes and impaired hearing, and screening should be offered to the patient’s maternal relatives.What the study adds: This study demonstrates the importance of proper assessment when evaluating a patient with diabetes and a family history of hearing loss.
Allergy/Atopic March and United Airway Disease: What We Know and What We Need to Know?
Authors: Das Rashmi Ranjan , Ramakrishna Golla , Gulla Krishna Mohan , Kumar Ketan
Published: May 2024

“Allergy/atopic march” refers to a typical sequence in which the allergic or atopic features appear at a certain age, and may or may not persist thereafter. In general, atopic dermatitis or atopic eczema occurs first, which progresses to immunoglobulin-E-mediated food allergy, asthma, and then allergic rhinitis (AR). However, this sequence may not be conspicuous in many cases. AR is an independent risk factor for asthma; in fact, AR often precedes that of asthma. United airway disease (allergic rhino-bronchitis) means the coexistence of AR and asthma. This has been shown in clinical and experimental studies, which suggest a similar immune pathology between the upper and lower airways in allergic subjects. In children with asthma, coexistent AR leads to an increased risk of asthma exacerbation leading to hospitalization and/or emergency visits as well as increased health-care cost. Treatment of AR in asthmatic children results in a lowered risk of asthma-related hospitalizations and emergency visits, and improved quality of life. In this article, we have discussed the current evidence for the clinically relevant effects that allergic conditions (from food allergies to atopic march, united airways disease, and AR) can have on children with asthma along with the future of allergic diagnosis (precision allergy molecular diagnosis) and allergen immunotherapy.
Cystic Fibrosis – A Case Report Illustrating the Importance of Access to Cystic Fibrosis Care and Therapy
Authors: Ycaza-Zurita Maria G. , Keating Claire , Sadeghi Hossein
Published: May 2024

A 9-year-old Hispanic female, initially diagnosed with asthma, presented with recurrent respiratory infections, poor growth, a persistent cough, and chest congestion. Targeted gene sequencing testing confirmed cystic fibrosis (CF) with two F-508del mutations. Following referral to a specialized CF center, the patient received comprehensive clinical care, including patient and parent education, nutritional support, CF-specific therapies, and concurrent management of a pulmonary exacerbation. The introduction of CF modulator therapy resulted in substantial improvements in body mass index and forced expiratory volume in 1 s. This case highlights the importance of early diagnosis and access to CF care in improving clinical outcomes, especially in underserved populations.
Hereditary Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis in a Pediatric Patient – A Diagnostic and Therapeutic Challenge
Authors: Herzallah Ranya , Altamimi Dina Alkhateeb , Daher Amirah , Alryalat Nosaiba , Shomaf Maha , AlShammas Faris , Khawaldeh Taima , Alzou’bi Ghassan , Al-Zayadneh Enas
Published: May 2024

The abstract will be: “Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis (PAP) is a rare but potentially fatal respiratory disorder. The hereditary form is due to mutations affecting the GM-CSF receptor subunits. We are presenting this case report of a 3-year-old girl -who was the child of a fourth-degree consanguineous marriage- who developed Hereditary Alveolar Proteinosis. Her diagnosis was confirmed by surgical biopsy as well as whole exome sequencing (WES) genetic testing that revealed homozygous gene deletion of the CSF2RA gene (Colony Stimulating Factor 2RA). She had a favorable outcome and spontaneous resolution of her disease on follow-up.”