bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
An Evaluation of the Non-Emergency Medical Transportation System of Rural Southern Illinois
Authors: Wilken Peggy , Ratnapradipa Dhitinut , Presely Dennis , Wodika Alicia
Published: July 2021

The purpose of the study was to determine if disparities existed in the non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) system in the lower 34 counties of southern Illinois. NEMT is described as the transfer of individuals from a pre-hospital care setting to care facilities, and ongoing care transfer of individuals from pre-hospital care settings. Several research themes developed during the study. These themes included an underserved rural population by non-emergency medical transportation, negative health consequences, and an ineffective use of medical staff’s time. Two types of data collection were used in the collection of information about the non-urgent medical transportation system. Qualitative research consisted of three focus groups, made-up of various stakeholders within the medical community. The quantitative research consisted of the collection of 250 surveys from various participating healthcare professionals. The results of the data collected indicated that the rural population of southern Illinois is inadequately served by the NEMT system. It also indicated that due to insufficient non-urgent medical transportation, patients and medical staff alike had undue burdens placed on them because of missed appointments, lack of timely healthcare services, reduced effectiveness of patient care, and medical staff distress.
Physical Activity Among Low-Income Food Pantry Patrons: Improving the Role of a Rural Food Pantry
Authors: Blackstone Sarah , Herrmann Lynn
Published: July 2021

Obesity and obesity-related health problems are of growing concern in the United States, particularly among low-income and minority groups. Food pantries have been utilized to reduce barriers to healthy eating; however, challenges still exist with providing physical activity (PA) services. A needs assessment was conducted among rural food-pantry patrons to determine PA behaviors, knowledge, self-efficacy, and perceived barriers to PA. Data were used to infer the health education needs and services of food pantry patrons. Fifty percent of participants indicated that providing fitness classes and PA education materials could help them overcome barriers such as time, money, and childcare.
Defining A Healthy Diet: Challenges and Conundrums
Authors: Branscum Paul , Sharma Manoj
Published: July 2021

As researchers and practitioners, we are often asked the question ‘what makes up a healthy diet.’ The purpose of this commentary was to bring light to this issue, and help define important behaviors that lead to consuming a healthy diet. A brief background of dietary recommendations is provided, including recommendations for macronutrients and micronutrients, as well as foods and food groups. After reading this commentary, it should be clear that whereas the concept of a healthy diet can be vague and abstract, there are key recommendations that help discern healthy and unhealthy eating. Also, even though the term healthy diet may be too vague for scientific investigation, social and behavioral scientists can predict and change behaviors related to a healthy diet, including those related to Dietary Reference Intakes [e.g., “Consuming between 900 and 3000 micrograms of Vitamin A everyday of the week” (for an adult man)] and MyPlate recommendations (e.g., “Consuming at least 4 oz (or equivalent) of whole grains, every day of the week”). Guidance on defining appropriate behaviors for scientific investigation and practice is presented.
Review of Sexual Risk with HIV Negative Women Tested in an Emergency Department
Authors: Hill Mandy , Hu Na , Granado Misha , Durrett Angelita
Published: July 2021

The objective of the survey is to fill the gap in knowledge by assessing the sexual risk taking behaviors of HIV negative women. A semi-validated survey was given to 18 women, aged 18-49 years and testing negative for HIV, presenting to the emergency department for non-emergent health conditions. The results of the survey showed by frequency analysis that a higher percentage of those practicing protected sex, having few sex partners, choosing low-risk partners, and strong knowledge of HIV transmission had negative HIV status. Our study findings are aligned with previous work showing the influence of “risky sexual behaviors” on HIV status.
Developing and Implementing a Substance Abuse Prevention and Awareness Campaign at a State-Supported Regional University
Authors: Lombardi Julie Ann , Dupain Mandi
Published: July 2021

The purpose of this descriptive study was to analyze the percent of targets achieved for five Student Objectives of Healthy Campus 2020. The objectives were chosen to assess the University's implementation of a substance abuse prevention and awareness campaign. Overall, 1,019 students completed the ACHANCHA II Survey. We identified non-medical use of prescription drugs (NMUPD) as a main area of concern. This state-supported regional university is committed to creating and sustaining an educational environment free from all forms of substance abuse.
Establishing School-Based Health Services in South Bexar County, Texas
Authors: Salazar Camerino , Quinlan Jennie , Rafique Sadaf , De La Haya Theresa , Plastino Kristen
Published: July 2021

School-based health centers are an important avenue for students to receive timely clinical preventive care. In an effort to redesign delivery of health care to priority populations, University Health System, a major safety net hospital system located in South Central Texas, opened the first school-based health center in Bexar County, Texas. This article describes the planning process with emphasis on the community assessment as part of a strategy to promote community engagement and guide development of health services. Such synergistic efforts exemplify the importance of leveraging school, community, and health services to address regional disparities in child and adolescent health.
Using Social Cognitive Theory to Predict Safer Sex Behaviors in College Students
Authors: Kanekar Amar , Sharma Manoj , Bennett Russell
Published: July 2021

Young adults engage themselves in unsafe sexual behaviors exposing themselves to getting aSTD and/or HIV/AIDS. The purpose of this study was to use social cognitive theory in predicting safer sex behaviors among college students. A cross-sectional study design was implemented among a sample of 180 sexually active college students. More than half of the survey responders were monogamous and less than a quarter had two sexual partners. A step-wise multiple regressions model indicated a statistically significant predictive model with self-efficacy, situational perceptions and self-control towards safer sex as significant predictors (48% predicted variance) of self-reported sexual behaviors.
Relationship of Food Label Use and Household Availability of Beverages in a Sample of Mothers of Preschool Children Participating in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Authors: Lora Karina , Branscum Paul , Sisson Susan , Scott Lindsay , Anderson Michael , Knehans Allen
Published: July 2021

The purpose of this study was to assess the association between maternal participation in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and the use of food labels to purchase various types of beverages, and whether home availability of beverages differed by SNAP participation. Low-income mothers (n=250) of preschool children were surveyed. Food label use to purchase beverages and home availability of beverages were analyzed using adjusted multivariate logistic regression and iteratively reweighted with least squares regression.  SNAP participants were approximately 50% less likely to use the food label to purchase beverages for the home than non-participants. SNAP homes also had significantly higher availability of fruit juice (192 oz vs. 128 oz), juice drinks (192 oz vs. 128 oz), regular soda (156 oz vs. 135 oz), and low-calorie beverages (469 oz vs. 243 oz) than non-SNAP homes (p < 0.05). Further research is needed to understand the attitudes and group-specific characteristics associated with food label use and beverage availability among low-income families.
Type 2 Diabetes Family History and Engagement in Protective Nutrition Behaviors: A Cross-Sectional Study of College Students
Authors: Amuta Ann , Barry Adam
Published: July 2021

The objective of this study was to determine whether having a Type 2 diabetes (T2D) family history is significantly associated with protective nutrition behaviors. Data were collected via web-based survey from undergraduate students (18 or older, n=905). Fruits and vegetables consumption and use of posted caloric information were outcome variables and demographic and family history statuses were predictor variables. Poisson and linear regression analyses were used to model all results. Participants with a positive T2D family history were (48.8%; n=441) and those without were (51.2%; n=462). After adjusting for demographic characteristics, there was no statistically significant relationship between T2D family history status and fruit consumption behavior (β =0.036, p=0.280) or vegetable consumption (β = 0.047, p=0.157). However, college students who have a family history of T2D were more conscious about calorie information when ordering/buying food (RR = 0.873, p<0.05). Health educators are tasked to include family history status as a component of T2D intervention procedures as this group is at higher risk for developing T2D.
Students' Drinking Status and Likelihood of Carrying a Weapon on Campus
Authors: Walter Gayle , Anderson Peter , Dunn Michael , Florkowski David
Published: July 2021

The purpose of this study was to assess the association between different levels of alcohol risk, weapon carrying, and feeling of safety among 54,582 college students participating in the 2010 CORE Alcohol and Drug Survey. A higher number of binge drinking episodes was associated with higher likelihood of carrying a weapon. In addition, the interaction term in the model was significant which implies that the difference between those who feel safe and those who do not feel safe, in terms of carrying a weapon, is different for the levels of drinking risk.
Required and Non-Required College Physical Activity Classes Effect on College Students' Stress
Authors: Sharp Elizabeth , Barney David
Published: July 2021

A college education is considered important in society. The process of gaining a college education will be filled with many challenges. These challenges can be stressful. One method of combatting stress for college students is physical activity. For this study, students from a university that offered, but did not require physical activity classes for graduation, and students from a university that offered and required physical activity classes for graduation participated in this study. It was found that both groups weren’t “as stressed out” after their physical activity class. Overall, students from both universities generally felt that the physical activity classes were beneficial to them.
Using Social Cognitive Theory to Predict Preventive Health Screening Behaviors Among Type 2 Diabetics
Authors: Cooper Gabrielle , Sharma Manoj , Bennett Russell , Mawson Anthony , Buxbaum Sarah , Sung Jung Hye
Published: July 2021

Preventive health screening behaviors are vital for preventing complications among diabetics. The purpose of this study was to examine the extent to which constructs of the social cognitive theory (SCT) predict preventive health care screenings in type 2 diabetics. Adults with type 2 diabetes (n=148) were recruited from medical clinics to complete a 41-item valid and reliable instrument. Data were analyzed using logistic and multiple linear regression. The constructs self-efficacy and self-control, along with the variables education and diabetes education status, accounted for 16.2% of the variance. Overall, constructs from social cognitive theory were not strong predictors in this study.
Utilizing Social Cognitive Theory to Enhance Physical Activity Among People With Spinal Cord Injuries
Authors: Wilroy Jereme , Turner Lori
Published: July 2021

In the United States, approximately 28 to 55 people per million have experienced spinal cord injuries. While exercise benefits are well documented, participation is low. The purpose of this study was to provide a systematic review of articles that use social cognitive theory to increase physical activity among individuals with spinal cord injuries. Self-efficacy was the primary predictor of physical activity in each study; self-regulation emerged as a direct influencing factor. SCT may be helpful in program planning for people with spinal cord injuries to increase activity, increasing mobility, independence, social integration and quality of life.
Sexuality Education Intervention for Parents of Children With Disabilities: A Pilot Training Program
Authors: Clatos Kristen , Asare Matthew
Published: July 2021

The purpose of the study is to evaluate pilot sexuality education intervention for parents of children with disabilities between ages between 6 and 25 years old. A within subjects design was utilized and 15 parents of children with disabilities were recruited to receive a two-week sexuality education without a control group. A paired-samples t-test results showed that there was a significant difference between the participants’ pre-test and post intervention scores in their attitude and beliefs, sexual communication, knowledge, and self-efficacy of sexuality education among children with disabilities (all p<.001). The intervention change the participants sexual communication behavior and increased knowledge about sexuality education among parents of children with disabilities.
Inside View of Carville: Oral Histories of Patients and Staff from the Last United States Leprosarium
Authors: Hernandez Barbara
Published: July 2021

Inadequate education and treatment access make Hansen’s disease a global problem. Carville, LA, was an internationally renowned USDHHS Hansen’s disease medical/treatment facility that found a cure. The purpose was to verify and summarize 28 archived oral histories of patients/staff from the National Hansen’s Disease Museum and record more. The procedure analyzed, classified, chronologized, and summarized unpublished oral histories validated by Garraghan’s historical methods.  The verified category results were the stigma (contagion; fear; disfigurement) and human rights’ discriminations (quarantine law; pseudonyms; no marriage). This is a unique historical manuscript of patient/staff life at the last U.S. leprosarium for posterity and education.
Examining the Relationship Between Diagnosis Factors, Perceived Social Support, Internal Control, and Quality of Life Among Female Breast Cancer Survivors
Authors: Rojas-Guyler Liliana , Weber Amy , King Keith , Swoboda Christopher , Vidourek Rebecca
Published: July 2021

Several factors have been identified in the literature to affect quality of life among breast cancer survivors. This study examined the relationship between breast cancer diagnosis factors, perceived social support, internal control, and breast cancer survivors’ quality of life via an online survey (N=252). Results of this exploratory study show that older age at diagnosis was correlated with higher quality of life and psychological wellbeing. Although results showed relatively high levels of social and family support, no statistical correlation was found between support and quality of life. Participants had confidence in their ability to perform tasks and manage their thoughts and behaviors in order to effectively navigate their life struggles and decisions. Additionally, seven breast cancer diagnosis factors appeared to impact overall quality of life or areas of well-being: age at diagnosis, time since diagnosis, type of breast cancer surgery, current treatment status, second breast cancer diagnosis, support group attendance, and breast cancer mutation testing. Findings from this study indicate that there are factors that impact quality of life of female breast cancer survivors. Health educators are specially positioned to develop partnerships with survivors and collaborate in support program development, implementation and continuing professional development.
The Effect of a 12-week Walking Intervention on Cardiovascular Disease Risks Among Individuals with Dyslipidemia
Authors: Alshuwaiyer Ghadah , Taylor E. Laurette , Branscum Paul , Hofford Craig , Crowson H. Michael , Knehans Allen
Published: July 2021

This pilot study in a small group of individuals (n=21) examined the effect of walking intervention among inactive adults (age=40-64 years) with dyslipidemia. Participants were randomly assigned to a Walking-Plus (WP) or Walking-Only (WO) group. Groups engaged in walking (30 to 60 min/day; 50-60% of HRmax) and were encouraged to accumulate 10,000 steps/day. WP group interrupted sedentary time every 30 minutes for ≥2 minutes. HDL-C improved over time [F (2,26)=6.273, p=0.006] and a significant between group effect was observed [F (1, 13)=9.39, p=0.009]. LDL-C [F (2,24)=3.63,p=0.042] and total cholesterol [F (2,26)=3.636, p=0.041] levels increased over time. Future plans include adding dietary plans and having larger sample sizes.
Developing Preservice Teachers’ Cultural Competency through Urban Immersion
Authors: Szucs Leigh E. , Shipley Meagan , McNeill Elisa ‘Beth’ , Housman Jeff , Vinal Crystal
Published: July 2021

This study examined how immersion experiences and a service-learning project influenced preservice teachers’ (PST) cultural competence.Questionnaires and focus group data were analyzed to measure changes in PST competency before and after experiences in NYC schools. Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test revealed statistically significant improvements in pre- (M=59.18, SD=15.04) and post- (M=68.64, SD=14.41) scores for Cultural Competency Behavior; yielding a medium intervention effect (d =.306). Non-significant differences between pre- (M=63.47, SD=4.33) and post- (M=65.23, SD=5.50) scores for Cultural Awareness and Sensitivity were reported. Qualitative themes include urban culture shock;Teacherand student motivations; Creative lesson planning; and Perception of future teaching practices.
Why Do I Smoke Pot when I’m Pregnant? A National Study Examining Social Correlates to Marijuana Use during Pregnancy
Authors: Vidourek Rebecca A. , King Keith A. , Yockey R. Andrew
Published: July 2021

This study examined depression, legal involvement and social correlates to marijuana use among pregnant females in the US. The National Survey on Drug Use and Health data was examined. Unadjusted odds ratios were computed to determine if marijuana use duringpregnancy differed based on demographic variables, depression, legal involvement and smoking and alcohol use. Results from the unadjusted odds ratios indicated that marijuana use during pregnancy differed significantly based on age, race, health status, past year participation in governmental assistance, past year major depressive episode, past year legal involvement, and past month cigarette smoking, alcohol use and binge drinking. Multivariable logistic regression models revealed that those at highest risk for prenatal marijuana use were those who reported their health status was poor/fair/good health and those who drank alcohol in the past month. Past year majordepressive episode or legal involvement were not associated with marijuana use during pregnancy. Medical care providers and public health educators are encouraged to educate females of reproductive age regarding the adverse effects of marijuana use during pregnancy. Continued awareness campaigns, educational interventions and comprehensive substance abuse prevention programs addressing prenatal marijuana use are needed. Recommendations for future research are offered.
Fundamentos metodológicos para implementar y evaluar la educación ambiental en instituciones de educación en México
Authors: Juárez Lucas Placido , Enríquez García Fabián , Olivares Acosta María Luisa , Rosas Gutiérrez Georgina Sara , Alfaro Gutiérrez Efraín
Published: July 2021

El presente artículo aborda la importancia y formas para implementar, incorporar y evaluar la educación ambiental en el curriculum formal de las instituciones de educación en México. Se parte del análisis de los antecedentes históricos desde el nivel internacional, nacional e institucional. Se estudian los conceptos y métodos esenciales para establecer un modelo de implementación y evaluación que se fortalece con el análisis documental y la percepción social de la comunidad educativa. En la propuesta de educación ambiental, el sustento social y pedagógico se concreta a través de la formación docente, actualización de los planes de estudio, contenidos y secuencias de aprendizaje. Se sostiene que la implementación y evaluación de la educación ambiental en las instituciones educativas de México debe ser permanente, secuencial e intergeneracional Se concluye que la implementación, incorporación de la evaluación de la educación ambiental en las diversas instituciones de México tiene limitantes organizacionales, toda vez que, en contraste con las áreas de oportunidad socioeducativa, la cultura ambiental no abarca todos los aspectos normativos y éticos de la sociedad mexicana.
Comparison of Private Universities in India based on NIRF Ranking and Fee Charging
Strategies
Authors: P. S. Aithal  , Madhushree  , R Revathi
Published: July 2021

The need of additional universities in Indian higher education system to provide higher
education to all eligible population of the country and the success of private university model in the USA tempted the Indian government to give permission to establish Private
Universities in the country. Accordingly, based on section 22 of UGC act, the Indian
government has allowed the state governments to establish private universities in the
respective states. Presently there are 264 private universities in the country spread over 22 states. Due to non-availability of any financial support from the state and central
governments, private universities are trying to sustain through their only strategy of service differentiation through 21st century curriculum and industry integrated programme design. In this paper, we have studied and compared some of the private universities in India in terms of their infrastructure, faculties, variety of courses, and fee structure of identified courses. We have also studied the performance scores given by NIRF, MHRD, Govt. of India for various criterions like Teaching, Learning & Resources, Research and Professional Practice, Graduation Outcomes, Outreach and Inclusivity, Public Perception. Based on the annual fee charged by the private universities established before 2010, we have identified three types of strategies which include low-cost – low quality, high-fee – high-quality, and nominal-fee – high quality strategies and analysed them based on the philosophy and background of such universities in general. We have also identified other innovative strategies offered by many private universities, in general, to differentiate themselves from publicly funded universities. The paper also contains some recommendations based on the observations to improve the quality, relevancy, and effectiveness of educational services and research contributions of
private universities.
The Future with New Brand Identity – Success Story of Capgemini: A Case Study
Authors: Murthy Anantha , P. S. Nethravathi
Published: July 2021

Background/Purpose: Capgemini, a pioneer in the IT business, has more than 45 years of worldwide experience collaborating with driving collisions and now takes its Guiding, Development, and Re-appropriating ability to India. This achievement can be explained by several aspects that are worth considering.
Objective: To observe the growth of Capgemini and review the contributing factors that helped this growth.
Design/Methodology/Approach: Analysis and presentation of information collected from various scholarly articles, web articles, and also using SWOT framework.
Findings/Result: Based on the study through various resources and also by analyzing the facts and figures, it is observed that sustaining in the IT field is a difficult job that requires many strategies and procedures to be followed. Creativity, Innovation, Sustainability, Motivation are some of the proven solutions for the same.
Research limitations/implications: The analysis and solutions mentioned in this paper are limited to companies whose business and annual turnover and experience are as close to Capgemini.
Originality/Value: This paper focuses on various factors and scenarios that have made the growth of Capgemini possible and taken it to the level of success.
Paper Type: A Research Case study paper on the success story of Capgemini in becoming the brand identity of the future.
CHALLENGES FOR THE INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH NETWORK IN RESILIENT CLIMATE DEVELOPMENT - RIPEDRC - CLIMATE RESILIENCE NETWORK / DESAFIOS PARA A REDE INTERNACIONAL DE PESQUISA EM DESENVOLVIMENTO RESILIENTE AO CLIMA - RIPEDRC - REDE RESILIÊNCIA CLIMÁTICA
Authors: Carniatto Irene , Oliveira Wilson Alves de , Santos Reginaldo Ferreira , Lewandoski Cristiano Fernando
Published: July 2021

As mudanças ocorridas no meio ambiente do planeta têm chamado a atenção para os resultados que as mudanças climáticas têm acarretado nos modos de vida, nos sistemas de produção e econômicos planeta. Buscando o enfrentamento dos desafios socioambientais, políticos e econômicos, na proposta de estudos e soluções para a resiliência climática, os pesquisadores participantes do Programa do Workshop Reino Unido-Brasil “Financiamento do Desenvolvimento Urbano Resiliente ao Clima”, ocorrido na Universidade Estadual do Oeste do Paraná – Unioeste, em setembro de 2019, na cidade de Foz do Iguaçu, Paraná, Brasil criaram a Rede Internacional de Pesquisa em Desenvolvimento Resiliente ao Clima – RIPEDRC. Este artigo registra uma revisão sobre impactos das mudanças do clima e apresenta os objetivos, propósitos e descreve a articulação ocorrida entre os países Brasil, Reino Unido, Paraguai e Argentina ao iniciar os trabalhos desta rede.
CLIMATE GEOGAMES: A NEW PARADIGM TO GAMES AS CIVIC ENGAGEMENT TOOLS FOR URBAN HERITAGE SUSTAINABILITY
Authors: Andrade Bruno de
Published: July 2021

Apenas recentemente os estudos sobre criação e implementação de jogos sérios (educacionais) digitais e não digitais começaram a se concentrar nas questões das mudanças climáticas. Os problemas das mudanças climáticas e das emissões de gases de efeito estufa forçaram muitas cidades em todo o mundo a mudar a maneira pela qual elas (re)projetam áreas de patrimônio urbano, especialmente aquelas afetadas por questões como erosão costeira e inundações. Os atores sociais locais interessados desempenham um papel importante na construção de resiliência nas cidades por meio de mudanças comportamentais de mitigação e adaptação. Todavia, há uma falta de métodos inovadores para aprimorar essas habilidades de conscientização climática e projeto colaborativo de modo a manter o envolvimento dos cidadãos durante todo o processo. A combinação entre patrimônio urbano, mudança climática, jogos sérios e engajamento cívico é o que defendemos como a abordagem "Geojogos climáticos". Os geojogos climáticos são jogos criados para um novo clima, cujo objetivo é acelerar o processo de projeto urbano por meio de aprendizado, diálogo e ação sobre riscos e impactos climáticos. Nossa proposta é que os geojogos climáticos sejam um método e instrumento descentralizados, em que os participantes possam rapidamente projetar e gerir futuros resilientes à mudança do clima. Assim, o objetivo deste artigo é discutir como jogos sérios podem ser aplicados para redesenhar cidades afetadas pelos impactos das mudanças climáticas, com um interesse particular em áreas urbanas costeiras. Os resultados externam as lições aprendidas com a revisão do estado da arte e abrem questões para estudos adicionais sobre o tópico dos geojogos climáticos.
BIODIVERSIDADE COMO SUSTENTABILIDADE: PLANTAS ALIMENTÍCIAS NÃO CONVENCIONAIS (PANC) NA ALIMENTAÇÃO ESCOLAR
Authors: Simonetti Mariana Grisa , Fariña Luciana Oliveira de
Published: July 2021

Trata-se de um artigo de revisão bibliográfica que aborda a importância de mercados alternativos que possibilitem a construção da sustentabilidade no sistema agroalimentar atual, partindo de políticas públicas como o Programa Nacional de Alimentação Escolar – PNAE. Seu objetivo é verificar a possibilidade de inclusão de Plantas Alimentícias Não Convencionais (PANC) na alimentação escolar. Neste contexto, o artigo discute as inter-relações com a agricultura familiar e com os circuitos locais de comercialização e a valorização da biodiversidade na alimentação. Como resultado tem que, a aproximação da agricultura familiar de programas caracterizados pelo consumo regular de alimentos, como o PNAE, pode ser uma alternativa viável para dar sustentabilidade à produção e aos produtores, valorizando as práticas agroalimentares locais e os cultivos diversificados. Recomenda-se a realização de estudos que avaliem como se dá a inclusão das PANC no PNAE no sentido da estruturação desse sistema sustentável de produção e distribuição de alimentos.
A IMPORTÂNCIA DA EDUCAÇÃO ALIMENTAR NUTRICIONAL NA PROMOÇÃO DA SUSTENTABILIDADE E GARANTIA DO DIREITO HUMANO À ALIMENTAÇÃO ADEQUADA
Authors: Breda Guilherme Kaiser , Carniatto Irene , Garcia Jaciara Reis Nogueira
Published: July 2021

A Educação Alimentar e Nutricional aliada a sustentabilidade é um dos instrumentos utilizados para a garantia do Direito Humano à Alimentação Adequada e para promoção da saúde. Recomendações do Marco de referência de Educação Alimentar e Nutricional para políticas públicas de 2012, orientam que as ações de EAN sejam baseadas nos princípios de autocuidado, sustentabilidade social, ambiental e econômica, que valorize a cultura e diferentes saberes dos povos, entre outros. Assim, desenvolveu-se em uma escola privada no município de Toledo-PR, uma pesquisa com 113 crianças do ensino fundamental, para executar ações de EAN baseadas nesses princípios norteadores. Verificou-se os dados relativos ao estado nutricional, composição da lancheira montada pelos pais e buscou-se explorar os pontos críticos por meio de atividades lúdicas e metodologias ativas. Com isso, demonstrou-se a importância desse processo educativo para estimular bons hábitos de alimentação e promover mudanças no comportamento alimentar das crianças, que resultem em promoção da saúde e na garantia do Direito Humano à Alimentação Adequada.
SPECIES COMPOSITION AND ABUNDANCE OF NON-NATIVE SPECIES IN STREAMS UNDER URBAN INFLUENCE
Authors: Delariva Rosilene Luciana , Larentis Crislei
Published: July 2021

A introdução de espécies não-nativas em ambientes de água doce é uma das maiores ameaças à biodiversidade. Em ambientes urbanizados, as espécies não-nativas tem se proliferado em detrimento das nativas. O objetivo deste estudo é relatar a composição de espécies e a abundância de espécies não-nativas em riachos urbanos na região de Cascavel. Os peixes foram amostrados por pesca elétrica em quatro riachos. No total foram amostradas 31 espécies de peixes, entre as quais, cinco foram espécies não nativas, destacando-se Poecilia reticulata e Gymnotus sylvius. Esse estudo contribui para programas de manejo objetivando a sustentabilidade em riachos urbanos.
USO DO MÉTODO DE INFORMANTES CHAVE PARA O LEVANTAMENTO DE INFORMAÇÕES PRELIMINARES DA COMUNIDADE DE PESCADORES ARTESANAIS DA VILA YARA, ALTÔNIA – PR.
Authors: Constantino Karla Cristhiane , Feiden Alberto
Published: July 2021

Este trabalho é um estudo descritivo, e tem como objetivo levantar dados preliminares sobre a história dos pescadores artesanais da Vila Yara, localizada em Altônia-PR. Utilizou-se a metodologia de entrevista semiestruturada com informantes chave, com técnicas para a construção do calendário histórico e o calendário sazonal. Foi possível verificar que as unidades de conservação e a legislação ambiental afetam a territorialidade e costumes tradicionais no que diz respeito ao desenvolvimento da pesca artesanal. Além disso, as barragens implantadas afetam o ciclo do rio, impedindo a ocorrência de grandes cheias, e portanto, a dinâmica reprodutiva dos peixes, alterando o período de desova. Conclui-se que as principais interferências no modo de vida tradicional da comunidade são a legislação ambiental, a qual proibe o uso de tralhas, petrechos e técnicas tradicionais de captura de pescado, além da proibição de captura de espécies que antes eram características dos pescadores, e a criação de unidades de conservação na área de influência da comunidade, o que levou a proibição da pesca em determinados locais, como lagoas e o Varjão. Esses relatos evidenciam que a cultura tradicional, bem como a territorialidades dos pescadores artesanais da Vila Yara tem sido negligenciados.
ESTUDO EMERGENCIAL A DISTÂNCIA SOBRE O AMBIENTE
Authors: Nobukuni Paulo , Cordeiro Gilmar Mattos
Published: July 2021

O texto trata sobre um trabalho desenvolvido durante o primeiro semestre de 2020, junto à disciplina Recursos Naturais e Análise Ambiental, na 3ª série do curso de Geografia – Bacharelado, em nível de graduação, da UNICENTRO. As aulas presenciais ocorreram apenas em três semanas, no início do período letivo, sendo depois ministradas através do ensino remoto emergencial, devido ao isolamento social, uma das medidas para minimizar os riscos à COVID-19. Em especial por conta de atividades práticas, optou-se por procedimentos que garantissem o caráter dos denominados trabalhos de campo, mas que, ao mesmo tempo, mantivessem a segurança aos participantes, através do afastamento social. O desafio central foi permutar a ida à realidade, quando dos trabalhos de campo, por outra rotina que respeitasse o afastamento social. Dialogou-se sobre como haveria a permuta, optando-se pelo Google Earth Pro. Escolheu-se como recorte a drenagem urbana em Guarapuava, Paraná. A escolha do aplicativo foi considerada acertada, bem como outros itens, abrindo possibilidades para desenvolver a análise ambiental.
A EDUCAÇÃO AMBIENTAL COMO UM DIREITO HUMANO: DISCUSSÕES INICIAIS / ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION AS HUMAN RIGHT: INITIAL DISCUSSIONS
Authors: Ferreira Flavio Ubitathan Yotoko , Picanço Katya Cristina de Lima , Antiqueira Lia Maris Orth Ritter
Published: July 2021

O presente trabalho consiste em um esforço inicial em abordar a temática da Educação Ambiental (EA) sob a ótica dos Direitos Humanos, perpassando pela noção de cidadania. Discutir o Meio ambiente como um dos pilares a vida das pessoas, visto que a humanidade não existe sem um meio ambiente equilibrado. Assim, a assunção de que o meio ambiente é um direito humano, e por consequência a educação ambiental também o é. A EA traduz-se na possibilidade em se formar o sujeito ecológico, que pode agir para melhorar o seu meio e o das pessoas, sem, no entanto, marginalizar os outros seres vivos que compartilham desse ambiente. É a revisão das posturas sociais, culturais e econômicas, com vistas a atender as necessidades de todos que habitam aquele meio, é postular nova posição como ideias de sustentabilidade e geração de renda sem o desmonte dos aspectos ambientais, é ter direito ao meio ambiente sadio e sustentável.
CLASSIFICAÇÃO CLIMÁTICA PARA O SUL DO BRASIL UTILIZANDO O SISTEMA DE HOLDRIDGE (1967) / CLIMATIC CLASSIFICATION FOR SOUTHERN BRAZIL USING HOLDRIDGE (1967) SYSTEM
Authors: Lima Rafael Fausto de , Aparecido Lucas Eduardo de Oliveira , Lorençone João Antônio , Lorençone Pedro Antônio , Moraes José Reinaldo da Silva Cabral de
Published: July 2021

O objetivo deste trabalho é classificar o clima da região Sul do Brasil utilizando o sistema de classificação climática por zonas de vidas estabelecido por Holdridge (1967). Foram utilizados um sequenciamento de 30 anos (1989-2019) de dados climáticos para região Sul do Brasil obtidos através da plataforma National Aeronautics and Space Administration/Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources – (NASA/POWER). A evapotranspiração potencial (ETP) foi estimada utilizando o método definido por Camargo (1971). Através da combinação entre a precipitação anual, biotemperatura média anual, biotemperatura basal média anual, relação da evapotranspiração, delimitou-se as zonas de vidas para o sistema de Holdridge (1967). A temperatura e precipitação apresentaram médias anuais de 18,58 (± 1,57) °C e 1777 (± 239) mm respectivamente. Foram encontradas doze zonas de vidas para a região Sul, sendo as mais predominantes: Floresta subtropical de montana baixa úmida (31,37%), e Floresta subtropical premontana úmida (32,11%).
The influence of nutritional state on the fatty acid composition of circulating lipid fractions: implications for their use as biomarkers of dietary fat intake
Authors: Parry Sion A. , Rosqvist Fredrik , Peters Sarah , Young Rebecca K. , Cornfield Thomas , Dyson Pamela , Hodson Leanne
Published: July 2021

Background: The fatty acid (FA) composition of blood can be used as an objective biomarker of dietary FA intake. It remains unclear how the nutritional state influences the FA composition of plasma lipid fractions, and thus their usefulness as biomarkers in a non-fasted state.

Objectives: To investigate the associations between palmitate, oleate and linoleate in plasma lipid fractions and self-reported dietary FA intake, and assess the influence of meal consumption on the relative abundance of these FA in plasma lipid fractions (i.e. triglyceride [TG], phospholipids [PLs] and cholesterol esters [CEs]).

Design: Analysis was performed in plasma samples collected from 49 (34 males and 15 females) participants aged 26–57 years with a body mass index (BMI) between 21.6 and 34.2 kg/m2, all of whom had participated in multiple study visits, thus a pooled cohort of 98 data sets was available for analysis. A subset (n = 25) had undergone nutritional interventions and was therefore used to investigate the relationship between the FA composition of plasma lipid fractions and dietary fat intake.

Results: Significant (P < 0.05) positive associations were observed between dietary polyunsaturated fat and linoleate abundance in plasma CE. When investigating the influence of meal consumption on postprandial FA composition, we found plasma TG palmitate significantly (P < 0.05) decreased across the postprandial period, whereas oleate and linoleate increased. A similar pattern was observed in plasma PL, whereas linoleate abundance decreased in the plasma CE.

Conclusion: Our data demonstrate that the FA composition of plasma CE may be the lipid fraction to utilise as an objective biomarker when investigating recent (i.e. previous weeks-months) dietary FA intakes. In addition, we show that the consumption of a high-fat meal influences the FA composition of plasma TG, PL and CE over the course of the postprandial period, and therefore, suggest that fasting blood samples should be utilised when using FA composition as a biomarker of dietary FA intake.
SONOGRAPHIC FEATURES OF RADIOLOGICALLY NON-FUNCTIONING KIDNEYS ON INTRAVENOUS UROGRAPHY (IVU) IN KANO METROPOLIS, NIGERIA
Authors: Umar Mansur
Published: July 2021

Background: Despite technological advancement in uroradiology, renal ultrasonography remains the imaging modality of choice for evaluating various pathological conditions affecting the urinary tract (GIT) system.

Aim: This study was aimed at evaluating sonographic features of radiologically nonfunctional kidneys in Kano metropolis, Nigeria.

Methods: A prospective study involving 94 subjects each from the diseased and control groups were conducted in Kano metropolis from January 2019 to January 2021. Renal scans were performed using a digital ultrasound imaging system; model DP-8800Plus fitted with a 3.5MHz curvilinear transducer. The maximum length, width, and thickness were measured. The renal echogenicity was assessed and graded. Data were analyzed using SPSS Version 22.0

Results: The mean values of the right and left renal volumes among adult patients was 400.5 ± 527.3 cm3 and 177.6 ± 174.3 cm3 respectively. For pediatric patients, it was 72.3 ± 308.6 cm3 and 241.6 ± 228.7 cm3 for the right and left kidney respectively. The renal parenchymal echogenicity of the right kidney among adult patients was scored as grade II 2 (5.3%), grade III 27 (71%), and grade IV 9 (23.7%), while those pediatric patients were Grade 0 (11.1%), and 8 (88.9%) as grade III. The adults left kidneys were scored grade II 2 (6%), and 16 (47%) each as grades III and IV, while the pediatric group scored 3 (25%) as grade II, and 9 (75%) as grade III.

Conclusion: Increased renal volume, shrunken kidney, increased renal parenchymal echogenicity, and severe hydronephrosis were strong sonographic indicators of nonfunctional kidneys.
PLC Based DC Motor Speed Monitoring and Controlling System
Authors: Nagare Shraddha , Padwal Snehal , Thakare Shweta , Ugale Prof. K. T.
Published: July 2021

PLC using rensans microcontroller for speed control of DC Gear Motor. in this project we will use rensans PLC for controlling the speed of operation of DC gear motor DC gear motor we can control with the help of pwm technique pulse width modulation. in this modulation we will very the weed width and control the DC gear motor speed. we will give 12 volt supply to DC motor and for controlling the speed we will put one circuit with the help of transistor between Rensans PLC and DC gear motor circuit used for pwm purpose the microcontroller give the pulses through transistor to the DC motor depending upon the pulses speed will vary in this pulses we will vary the on time and off time of the DC speed water if the on time is larger than the of time the speed of motor is increases and if the of time is larger than of time then speed will decreases this is a pwm technique pulse width modulation we will use in the project.
Multiple Exhaust Gas Sensor for Automobile
Authors: Vadivel B. , Kanagasubramanian V.
Published: July 2021

The exhaust gases of automobiles causes many serious health and environmental issues. The existing challenge is to reduce the released unburnt fuel and to create a smart fuel injection control which will result in better performance and fuel efficiency. This can be made possible only with the ability to sense and analyze the exhaust in real time. The objective of the project is to develop an integrated exhaust gas sensor using MEMS technology. It can sense four main harmful constituents of the exhaust gases from an automobile. The gases that can be sensed are Nitrogen dioxide (NOx) and Hydrocarbons (HC) . The two gas sensors are integrated into a single package. The main sensing element is the micro cantilever used as a resonator. The measurement value of the change in the resonant frequency of the cantilever beam gives the amount of the corresponding gas present in the given sample. Simulation is done to derive the relation between the mass of the cantilever beam and its corresponding resonant frequency. COMSOL Multiphysics is the numerical solver used here. This design will also help us to design a real time exhaust gas monitoring system.
Para início de conversa
Authors: Bezerra Sara Jane Cerqueira , Martins Gleica Maria Correia , Neves Jhonatan David Santos das , Almeida Ricardo Santos de
Published: July 2021

Revista Interseção, Palmeira dos Índios/AL, v. 1., n. 1, ago. 2020, p. 1-2.
Gerontologia educacional brasileira: causas e consequências do seu estado embrionário e das suas áreas majoritárias de atuação
Authors: Lins Tereza
Published: July 2021

RESUMO

 

Este estudo apresenta resultados de pesquisa realizada sobre o desenvolvimento da gerontologia educacional brasileira, através de uma abordagem metodológica interdisciplinar. O referencial teórico está baseado em uma revisão sistemática da literatura disponível. Obtive os dados em pesquisas realizadas entre 2000 e 2019, sobre essa temática, inclusive, usando meios online: Portal da Capes, do INEP, do MEC, e do IBGE, Plataforma Lattes, Domínio Público, Revistas Científicas, etc. Constato que a gerontologia educacional brasileira, em suas três áreas majoritárias de atuação, se encontra em um estado embrionário de desenvolvimento. Concluo que, a permanecer a gerontologia educacional brasileira nesse estado embrionário de desenvolvimento, dificilmente, o (a) velho(a) brasileiro(a) construirá o seu empoderamento e tampouco serão construídos a solidariedade intergeracional e um envelhecimento populacional digno.

 

Palavras-chaves: Gerontologia Educacional; Educação; Velho(a); Estado Embrionário de Desenvolvimento.

 

 

ABSTRACT

 

This article presents the results of a research by means of interdisciplinary approach on the causes and consequences of the incipient state of the development of Brazilian educational gerontology, in its three main areas of application. A systemic review of the available literature yielded the theoretical background. I obtained the material here between 2000 and 2019, including online sources: portals of the Capes, INEP, MEC, IBGE, the Lattes platform, Domínio Público, scientific journals, etc. I conclude that some of the causes of the incipient state of the main three areas of Brazilian educational gerontology can be found in the lack of a national educational policy directed towards the Brazilian elderly population, as well as in the lack of any education on aging and in the lack of any specific education of professionals who are responsible for the several modes of elderly formal education. Several consequences result: the formal education offered to the elderly does not correspond to their educational needs; “myths” and stereotypes about old age, the elderly and aging are not questioned; preconceptions and discrimination about the elderly population continue; there is no professionalization of  educational gerontology. In conclusion, educational gerontology, with its three main areas, is a necessity and exigency in contemporary societies in order to confront a rapidly ageing population. It is needed for the elaboration and implementation of public policies for the elderly as well as for the creation of specific educational policies that contribute to the empowerment of the elderly Brazilian person.

 

Keywords: Educational Gerontology; Education; Elderly; Incipient State of Development.