bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
miR-144/451: A Regulatory Role in Inflammation
Authors: Zhu Jiahao , Feng Yanhua , Zhang Lingxiao , Pang Xialing , He Sheng , Fang Lei
Published: November 2024

Background:

Inflammation is the natural defense mechanism of the body in
response to injury, infection, or other stimuli. Excessive or persistent inflammatory
responses can lead to the development of inflammatory diseases. Therefore,
elucidating the regulatory mechanisms of inflammatory cells is crucial for
understanding the pathogenesis of such diseases and devising novel therapeutic
approaches. Moreover, miR-144/451 plays an important role in erythroid maturity and
tumour development. Herein, we have reviewed the regulatory role of miR-144/451 in
inflammation.

Methods:

Papers on miR-144, miR-451, and inflammation were retrieved from
PubMed and Web of Science to be analysed and summarised.

Results:

miR-144/451 plays a significant role in modulating inflammatory responses.
Pro- and anti-inflammatory gene transcription is regulated by miR-144/451 binding to
the 3′ untranslated regions. Studies have shown that miR-451 inhibits the activation of
various inflammatory cells, including macrophages, neutrophils, and T lymphocytes,
thereby reducing the release of inflammatory mediators. However, miR-144 expression
varies in different inflammatory diseases. miR-144 expression is downregulated in
macrophages after induction by lipopolysaccharide, cysteine, or Mycobacterium
tuberculosis, which promotes the secretion of inflammatory mediators; nonetheless,
miR-144-3p overexpression in macrophages can aggravate atherosclerosis.
Meanwhile, miR-144 overexpression prevents disruption of the lung endothelial cell
barrier, whereas it exacerbates endothelial cell injury in Crohn’s disease.

Conclusion:

miR-144/451 may serve as a potential target for the treatment of
inflammatory diseases.
Identifying the Role of Oligodendrocyte Genes in the Diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease through Machine Learning and Bioinformatics Analysis
Authors: Yan Chen , Chen Li , Yinhui Yao , Yazhen Shang
Published: November 2024

Background:

Due to the heterogeneity of Alzheimer's disease (AD), the underlying
pathogenic mechanisms have not been fully elucidated. Oligodendrocyte (OL) damage and myelin
degeneration are prevalent features of AD pathology. When oligodendrocytes are subjected to
amyloid-beta (Aβ) toxicity, this damage compromises the structural integrity of myelin and results
in a reduction of myelin-associated proteins. Consequently, the impairment of myelin integrity
leads to a slowdown or cessation of nerve signal transmission, ultimately contributing to cognitive
dysfunction and the progression of AD. Consequently, elucidating the relationship between oligodendrocytes
and AD from the perspective of oligodendrocytes is instrumental in advancing our understanding
of the pathogenesis of AD.

Objective:

Here, an attempt is made in this study to identify oligodendrocyte-related biomarkers
of AD.

Methods:

AD datasets were obtained from the Gene Expression Omnibus database and used for
consensus clustering to identify subclasses. Hub genes were identified through differentially expressed
genes (DEGs) analysis and oligodendrocyte gene set enrichment. Immune infiltration analysis
was conducted using the CIBERSORT method. Signature genes were identified using machine
learning algorithms and logistic regression. A diagnostic nomogram for predicting AD was
developed and validated using external datasets and an AD model. A small molecular compound
was identified using the eXtreme Sum algorithm.

Results:

46 genes were found to be significantly correlated with AD progression by examining the
overlap between DEGs and oligodendrocyte genes. Two subclasses of AD, Cluster A, and Cluster
B, were identified, and 9 signature genes were identified using a machine learning algorithm to
construct a nomogram. Enrichment analysis showed that 9 genes are involved in apoptosis and
neuronal development. Immune infiltration analysis found differences in immune cell presence between
AD patients and controls. External datasets and RT-qPCR verification showed variation in
signature genes between AD patients and controls. Five small molecular compounds were predicted.

Conclusion:

It was found that 9 oligodendrocyte genes can be used to create a diagnostic tool for
AD, which could help in developing new treatments.
Exploring the Impact of Chitosan-Based Nanoparticles in Cancer Targeted Drug Delivery: A Bibliometric Review
Authors: Afridi Muhammad Faisal , Khan Junaid Ahmed , Fatimi Ahmed , Nazir Farooq , Javed Usman , Quraishi Khurrum Shehzad
Published: November 2024

Over the last two decades, there has been a considerable increase in the usage of chitosan nanoparticles (CSNPs) for drug delivery applications in cancer treatment. However, a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of this emerging field is lacking. The current analysis pre-sents a detailed bibliometric assessment of the research evolution and trends in CSNPs for can-cer targeted-drug delivery from 2000 to 2022. A total of 626 publications from the Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC) database were evaluated using VOSviewer, Bibliometrix, and MS Excel. An in-depth exploration was carried out to find publication trends, the most productive authors, affiliations, countries, and journals as well as the highly cited publications within this particular research domain. Ick Chan Kwon was the most prominent author who made significant contributions to this field. China was the leading country in terms of research on CSNPs for cancer-targeted drug delivery, followed by India and Iran. Concerning the total number of publications, The International Journal of Biological Macromolecules excelled as the leading journal in this research area. Furthermore, the research trends and hotspots were also identified through the analysis of the most commonly used keywords by the authors. Our analysis highlights the growing research interest in CSNPs for cancer drug delivery, emphasiz-ing the need for further exploration to unlock their full potential.
Neuropsychiatric Manifestations of COVID-19 Disease and Post COVID Syndrome: The Role of N-acetylcysteine and Acetyl-L-carnitine
Authors: Barlattani Tommaso , Celenza Giuseppe , Cavatassi Alessandro , Minutillo Franco , Socci Valentina , Pinci Carolina , Santini Riccardo , Pacitti Francesca
Published: November 2024

COVID-19 is associated with neuropsychiatric symptoms, such as anosmia, anxiety, depression,
stress-related reactions, and psychoses. The illness can cause persistent cognitive impairment
and "brain fog", suggesting chronic brain involvement. Clinical entities of ongoing symptomatic
COVID-19 and Post COVID Syndrome (PCS) mainly present neuropsychiatric symptoms such as
dysgeusia, headache, fatigue, anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
The pathophysiology of COVID-19-related brain damage is unclear, but it is linked to various
mechanisms such as inflammation, oxidative stress, immune dysregulation, impaired glutamate homeostasis,
glial and glymphatic damage, and hippocampal degeneration. Noteworthy is that the
metabotropic receptor mGluR2 was discovered as a mechanism of internalisation of SARS-CoV-2 in
Central Nervous System (CNS) cells. N-acetylcysteine (NAC) and acetyl-L-carnitine (ALC) are two
supplements that have already been found effective in treating psychiatric conditions. Furthermore,
NAC showed evidence in relieving cognitive symptomatology in PCS, and ALC was found effective
in treating depressive symptomatology of PCS. The overlapping effects on the glutamatergic system
of ALC and NAC could help treat COVID-19 psychiatric symptoms and PCS, acting through different
mechanisms on the xc-mGluR2 network, with potentially synergistic effects on chronic pain and
neuro-astrocyte protection. This paper aims to summarise the current evidence on the potential therapeutic
role of NAC and ALC, providing an overview of the underlying molecular mechanisms and
pathophysiology. It proposes a pathophysiological model explaining the effectiveness of NAC and
ALC in treating COVID-19-related neuropsychiatric symptoms.
The Systemic Immune Inflammation Index as a Novel Predictive Biomarker for Contrast-Induced Acute Kidney Injury Risk Following Percutaneous Coronary Intervention: A Meta-Analysis of Cohort Studies
Authors: Zhang Yongqiang , Xie Yong , Zhang Chunyu , Wang Jianglin , Liao Bin , Feng Jian
Published: November 2024

Background:

Contrast-induced Acute Kidney Injury (CI-AKI) frequently occurs as a
complication following percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), making the identification of highrisk
patients challenging. While the systemic immune inflammation index (SII) might aid in predicting
CI-AKI, the current evidence remains insufficient.

Methods:

We conducted a systematic literature search using PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, and
the Cochrane Library, with a cut-off date of 3/20/2024. We included observational studies that examined
the predictive value of SII for the risk of CI-AKI.

Results:

This meta-analysis encompassed 8 studies with a combined total of 6301 participants. Results
showed pooled sensitivity and specificity of 0.73 (95% CI 0.69-0.76) and 0.68 (95% CI 0.57-
0.77), respectively. The sROC curve analysis indicated an AUC of 0.74 (95% CI 0.70-0.78). The risk
of publication bias was low (p = 0.18).

Conclusion:

The results of this study suggest that SII has a relatively high sensitivity and could function
as a biomarker for the prediction of CI-AKI risk in people receiving PCI treatment.
A Method of Enhancing Heterogeneous Graph Representation for Predicting the Associations between lncRNAs and Diseases
Authors: Yao Dengju , Wu Yuehu , Zhan Xiaojuan
Published: November 2024

Background:

Long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) are a category of more extended RNA
strands that lack protein-coding abilities. Although they are not involved in the translation of proteins,
studies have shown that they play essential regulatory functions in cells, regulating gene expression
and cell biological processes. However, it is both costly and inefficient to determine the
associations between lncRNAs and diseases through biological experiments. Therefore, there is an
urgent need to develop convenient and fast computational methods to predict lncRNA-disease associations
(LDAs) more efficiently.

Objective:

Predicting disease-associated lncRNAs can help explore the mechanisms of action of
lncRNAs in diseases, and this is crucial for early intervention and treatment of diseases.

Methods:

In this paper, we propose an enhanced heterogeneous graph representation method for
predicting LDAs, named GCGALDA. The GCGALDA first obtains the topological structure features
of nodes by a biased random walk. Based on this, the neighboring nodes of a node are
weighted using the attention mechanism to further mine the semantic association relationships between
nodes in the graph data. Then, a graph convolution network (GCN) is used to transfer the
neighborhood features of the node to the central node and combine them with the node's features so
that the final node representation contains not only structural information but also semantic association
information. Finally, the association score between lncRNA and disease is obtained by multilayer
perceptron (MLP).

Results:

As evidenced by the experimental findings, the GCGALDA outperforms other advanced
models in terms of prediction accuracy on openly accessible databases. In addition, case studies on
several human diseases further confirm the predictive ability of the GCGALDA.

result:

As evidenced by the experimental findings, GCGALDA outperforms other advanced models regarding prediction accuracy on openly accessible databases. In addition, case studies on several human diseases further confirm the predictive ability of GCGALDA.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, the proposed GCGALDA model extracts multi-perspective features,
such as topology, semantic association, and node attributes, obtains high-quality heterogeneous
graph node representations, and effectively improves the performance of the LDA prediction model.
Research Progress on Industrial Robots: A Review
Authors: Shinde Vilas B. , Pawar Padmakar J. , Gadakh Vijay S,
Published: November 2024

The success of the fourth and upcoming fifth industrial resolution lies majorly in automation
and robotics. Industrial robots perform various manufacturing-related tasks due to their autonomy,
flexibility, and autonomous work in a complex environment. Applications including drilling,
material transfer, loading and unloading machines, processing, assembling, and inspection,
welding, spray painting, machining, and so on are common. The present work comprehensively
summarizes all the pertinent work related to the industrial robot, such as inverse kinematics problems,
robot design, programming, scheduling, motion planning, and trajectory planning. In addition,
the present work discusses various optimization algorithms employed in industrial robots. Furthermore,
several recommendations for future research have been addressed.
Effects of Alcohol on EEG Activity: A Systematic Review Focused on Sex-Related Differences in Youth
Authors: Elliott Adrian S. , Moreno-Fernández Roman D. , Sampedro-Piquero Patricia
Published: November 2024

Background:

Most electroencephalographic (EEG) investigations on alcohol have focused
on adults, and scarce data is available about the potential of EEG measurements to detect young people
at high-risk, as well as, to understand possible sex differences in alcohol impact on the brain.

Objective:

This systematic review aimed to explore sex-related differences in EEG among young people
with alcohol misuse, alcohol use disorder (AUD), and offspring of families with AUD.

Methods:

A systematic review of the literature was conducted following PRISMA guidelines. Review
protocol was registered in Prospero (ID: CRD42024511471). After article selection process and quality
assessment, 25 studies were included in our review. The search included participants between 12
and 30 years old with problematic alcohol consumption, as defined by DSM, AUDIT, or specific alcohol
misuse questionnaires.

Results:

It seems that beta was generally higher in young males with AUD, and they usually exhibited
greater interhemispheric connectivity (interHC), whereas young females with AUD tended towards
enhanced intraHC. P3 appears to be particularly sensitive to alcohol misuse, with males typically exhibiting
a lower amplitude than young females. Other event related potentials (ERPs) such as N415,
P640, and the error-related negativity (ERN) lacked sufficient methodological support to draw conclusions
regarding sex differences, N340 and P540 suggested avenues for expanding research on memory
processing, indicating differences in amplitude between males and females.

Conclusion:

Considering sex variables in clinical research will enhance our understanding of alterations
in brain function and structure with the goal of tailoring treatment strategies for AUD.
Psychiatric considerations of multiple sclerosis
Authors: Menéndez-Mendoza Yostin Raúl , Noroña-Montes Katherine Liliam , Zambrano-Bravo Dayanna Michelle , Fuentes-Leyva Thalia
Published: November 2024

Multiple sclerosis is a degenerative neuroinflammatory disease that affects the central nervous system with a wide range of neurological and psychiatric symptoms. A correct differential diagnosis is crucial for the management of pathology and there are specific diagnostic methods. This study presents the case of a 53-year-old patient diagnosed with Strumpell-Lorrain disease resistant to psychopharmacological treatment for depression and anxiety who, after the change of diagnosis and therapy to multiple sclerosis, showed clinical improvement in psychiatric symptoms.
Spiritual psychosis in a Balinese patient with cultural and religious influences
Authors: Kusumadewa Bagus Surya , Mahardika I Komang Ana , Mulyati Ni Putu , Aryda Luh Nyoman Triwidayani
Published: November 2024

This case study presents a unique intersection between cultural beliefs, religious practices, and psychosis in a Balinese patient, observed during a 14-day hospitalization in the Intensive Psychiatry Care Unit (IPCU) at the Provincial Psychiatric Hospital, Bali. The patient, a middle-aged Balinese man with minimal formal education, exhibited symptoms of psychosis interwoven with his deep religious convictions and a belief in his role as a devout follower ("ngiring") of deities. He reported auditory and tactile hallucinations that he interpreted as divine messages, compelling him to perform religious rituals to prevent disaster. These experiences, perceived by the patient as sacred, ultimately culminated in aggressive behavior leading to his hospitalization. This case highlights the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges in differentiating spiritual practices from psychotic symptoms and underscores the importance of culturally sensitive psychiatric care.
PENGEMBANGAN LKPD BERBASIS PROJECT BASED LEARNING UNTUK MENINGKATKAN KETERAMPILAN KOLABORASI SISWA MATERI BIOTEKNOLOGI
Authors: Lestari Intan , Rakhmawati Anna
Published: November 2024

Abstrak. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah mengetahui kelayakan dan kepraktisan LKPD berbasis project based learning (PjBl) untuk meningkatkan keterampilan kolaborasi siswa pada materi bioteknologi siswa. Jenis penelitian ini adalah RD (Research and Development) dengan model ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation), namun penelitian ini hanya sampai pada tahap develop. Subjek uji coba dalam penelitian ini adalah 1 guru pengampu biologi, dan 7 orang perwakilan kelompok siswa. Metode pengumpulan data dengan wawancara dan angket. Data hasil penelitian dianalisis menggunakan teknik analisis kualitatif dan kuantitif. Hasil penelitian berupa: 1) dihasilkan LKPD berbasis project based learning materi bioteknologi dengan dilakukan 3 tahapan yaitu Analysis, Design, Development; 2). Penilaian dari ahli materi diperoleh skor 49 kategori “sangat layak”. Penilaian dari ahli media diperoleh skor 59 kategori “layak”. Penilaian dari guru biologi diperoleh skor 64 kategori “praktis”. Penilaian oleh 7 siswa diperoleh skor 65,14 kategori “sangat praktis”. Berdasarkan data yang didapatkan, maka LKPD project based learning pada materi bioteknologi layak digunakan untuk meningkatkan keterampilan kolaborasi siswa pada materi bioteknologi kelas X.
Industry and occupational employment projections overview and highlights, 2023–33
Authors: Colato Javier , Ice Lindsey , Laycock Sofia
Published: November 2024

Total employment is projected to grow by 4.0 percent and add 6.7 million jobs from 2023 to 2033, increasing from 167.8 million to 174.6 million. Around half of projected job gains are expected to be in the healthcare and social assistance and professional, scientific, and technical services sectors, driving demand for related healthcare and computer and mathematical occupations. Retail trade is the only sector projected to lose jobs over the period.
The use of digital devices to monitor physical behaviour in motor neuron disease: a systematic review (Preprint)
Authors: Musson Lucy Samantha , Mitic Nina , Leigh-Valero Victoria , Onambele-Pearson Gladys , Knox Liam , Steyn Frederik J , Holdom Cory J , Dick Taylor JM , van Eijk Ruben PA , van Unnik Jordi WJ , Botman Lianne CM , Beswick Emily , Murray Deirdre , Griffiths Alys , McDermott Christopher , Hobson Esther , Chaouch Amina , Hodson-Tole Emma
Published: November 2024

BACKGROUND

Motor neuron disease (MND) is a progressive and incurable neurodegenerative disease. There is an urgent need for sensitive measures of disease progression that can be used to robustly evaluate new treatments. Measures of physical function, derived from digital devices, are beginning to be used to assess disease progression. Given that MND is relatively rare, there is value in establishing a consensus approach to standardizing use of such devices.

OBJECTIVE

This systematic review explored how digital devices are being used to quantify free-living physical behaviour in people living with MND (plwMND). We evaluated the feasibility of using the devices and assessed the implications for monitoring physical behaviour for future design of clinical trials.

METHODS

Systematic searches of four databases were performed in October 2023 and June 2024. Peer-reviewed articles (including pre-prints) written in English language with plwMND using digital devices to assess free-living physical behaviour were included.

RESULTS

Twelve articles met inclusion criteria for data extraction. Studies used traditional endpoints focusing on duration, intensity, and frequency of physical activity or non-traditional endpoints focusing on features of an individual’s movement patterns. Greater monitoring frequencies and improved endpoint sensitivity was shown to provide smaller sample size requirements and shorter durations for hypothetical clinical trials. PlwMND found using devices acceptable and reported low burden. The perspectives of other end-users and implications on clinical practice were not explored.

CONCLUSIONS

Remote monitoring of free-living physical behaviour in plwMND is in its infancy but has exciting potential to quantify physical function in MND. It is essential to develop a consensus statement within the MND community, working towards agreed and standardised methods for data collection, analysis and reporting.
Life-Altering Findings and Concerns Over Data Privacy Take Influence on Patient Perspective on Telemedicine in the Perioperative Care of Female Ma-lignancies: A Cross-Sectional Study (Preprint)
Authors: Hoffmann Sascha , Hieber Rebekka , Walter Christina Barbara , Engler Tobias
Published: November 2024

UNSTRUCTURED

Telemedicine provides extensive options in perioperative care for female malignancies. This paper scrutinizes the elements that create the optimal environment from a patient's viewpoint. Between May and November 2022, 145 patients sought preoperative consultations for breast cancer or gynecological oncology surgery and were given self-report questionnaires. These questionnaires queried patients about their prior use of inter-net-based services, personal information, and attitudes towards telemedicine services. Patients generally ex-pressed high approval for telemedicine services, viewing them as a potential enhancement to their care. Nu-merous personal factors were scrutinized for their relationship to attitudes towards telemedicine. Notably, patients in a perioperative setting favored a video-based, web browser-supported format for teleconsultations. Data protection issues and the potential for life-altering discoveries emerged as significant reasons for tele-medicine rejection. Perioperative telemedicine in the treatment of breast cancer and gynecological cancer holds promise for enhancing patient care. While it cannot presently substitute for in-person encounters, tele-medicine can supplement these interactions, thus improving healthcare overall.
An Electrocardiogram Signal Preprocessing Strategy in LSTM Algorithm for Biometric Recognition
Authors: Rahayu Fenny Winda , Faisal Mohammad Reza , Nugrahadi Dodon Turianto , Nugroho Radityo Adi , Muliadi Muliadi , Redjeki Sri
Published: November 2024

Electrocardiogram (ECG) signals are a very important tool for clinical diagnosis and can be used as a new biometric modality. The aim of this research is to determine the results of ECG signal processing using RNN methods such as the Long Short Term Memory (LSTM) algorithm by utilizing several preprocessing techniques. In this study, the ECG signal itself was previously tested by carrying out the LSTM classification process without preprocessing, and the results obtained were 0% accurate, so preprocessing was needed. The preprocessing methods tested with the LSTM classification method are Adjacent Segmentation and R Peak Segmentation to find out which preprocessing techniques greatly influence LSTM classification accuracy. The experimental results were that LSTM classification with R Peak Segmentation preprocessing obtained the highest accuracy on the two data used, namely filtered and raw data, with 80.7% and 78.95%, respectively. Meanwhile, the accuracy obtained from LSTM classification when using Adjacent Segmentation preprocessing is not good. This research compares LSTM accuracy from each preprocessing stage to determine which combination has the best results in the ECG data classification process. This research also offers new insights into the preprocessing stages that can be carried out on ECG data.
Research on Publicity Translation of International Sports Events Based on Eco-Translatology—A Case Study of Hangzhou Asian Games
Authors: Sun Yuejuan , Xu Guorong
Published: November 2024

The paper takes the perspective of Eco-translatology and focuses on the translation of publicity materials in international sports events. The official website of the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou was selected as the research object and “three-dimensional transformations” were adopted as the research methods. The study analyses the causes of the strategies used in the translation and provides corresponding translation methods such as combination, transliteration, recreation and omission based on the linguistic, cultural and communicative dimensions. The research aims to provide references and reflections for the future publicity translation of international sports events when telling Chinese stories and promoting Chinese culture going abroad.
Study on Paths for External Communication and Marketing Strategy of Shu Embroidery in the New Era
Authors: Li Rui , Kuang Yu , Xing Rui , Rao Guohui
Published: November 2024

As a treasure of Chinese traditional embroidery art, Shu embroidery has important artistic, cultural and social value. However, in the process of international market promotion, Shu Embroidery faces the challenge of external communication and marketing strategy. Therefore, it is necessary to display the unique charm and artistic value of Shu embroidery through multiple channels such as in-depth exploration of the cultural connotation of Shu embroidery, upgrading the brand, optimizing the industrial management and training professional talents, so as to enhance its global popularity and promote its spread and development in the international market.
Fuzzy PID Controller Analysis for the Hexacopter Aircraft Using Simulink Simulation
Authors: Feng Jiahui , Luo Yuhui , Huang Zixian , Wang Rueiyuan , Tsai Rongguei , Luo Raojun , Su Chaoxiong , Chen Hosheng
Published: November 2024

This study aims to investigate the control benefits of rotary wing aircraft systems through the Simulink simulation platform. A hexacopter aircraft is a small unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) powered by the operation of six rotors, which has important theoretical and practical application value. Firstly, the body structure and working principle of the hexacopter aircraft are proposed. Then, a mathematical model of the hexacopter aircraft is established to support the design of subsequent control strategies. Next, compare the differences between the classical PID controller design and the fuzzy PID controller design methods for aircraft control systems and verify them through simulation experiments. The simulation results show that compared with the classical PID controller, the fuzzy PID controller can stabilize the aircraft at the target position faster when subjected to various types of disturbances and have good practicality, stability, speed, and accuracy. Based on this, future research can further explore the application of other advanced control strategies in aircraft control systems and their prospects in practical engineering.
A Socio-Economic Analysis of Bamnoli Village of Jhajjar District: A Case Study
Authors: Ashish Ashish
Published: November 2024

Despite noticeable advancements in the social status of villages across Haryana, significant challenges persist for a substantial portion of the population, particularly in accessing higher education and essential amenities. While the government has made strides in extending basic facilities to rural areas, many residents still face obstacles in obtaining adequate healthcare, education, and sanitation services. A detailed case study was conducted in Bamnoli village, located in the Jhajjar District to better understand these ongoing issues. This study aimed to evaluate various indicators of education levels and socio-economic statuses within the rural Households. Key parameters examined included household amenities, educational attainment, occupational levels, and income levels. The objective was to comprehensively analyze the village's socio-economic landscape and educational dynamics. The research relied on primary data collected from 110 households, encompassing a total of 300 respondents. Through this data, the study sought to understand the Households’ access to fundamental resources and the overall impact of infrastructural improvements on their daily lives.
Migración de retorno y contextos laborales desiguales en hogares de México
Authors: Bedoya Rangel Yuliet
Published: November 2024

El objetivo de este artículo es presentar un acercamiento a los hogares mexicanos con experiencia de retorno, haciendo énfasis en la condición de actividad de hombres y mujeres y resaltando las desigualdades que se pudieran presentar por tipo de hogar, mediante un análisis cuantitativo en el que se usaron los microdatos censales del Instituto Nacional de Estadística (INEGI) del año 2020. En el artículo se destaca la persistente desigualdad de género en el mercado laboral mexicano porque, a pesar de los avances educativos de las mujeres y de que su participación en el mercado laboral ha aumentado, se evidencian obstáculos como la carga de la doble jornada, la informalidad laboral, y las limitaciones en la calidad del empleo y la participación económica. Al analizar la situación de los hogares con experiencia de retorno son las mujeres en hogares unipersonales las que muestran tasas más bajas en cuanto a condiciones críticas, lo que refleja independencia y empoderamiento posretorno. En este sentido, se resalta la capacidad de algunas mujeres para buscar estabilidad laboral e independencia.
Comunalizar para descolonizar. Comentarios al libro de Jaime Martínez Luna
Authors: Aquino Moreschi Alejandra
Published: November 2024

En esta reseña, más que presentar una síntesis del libro de Jaime Martínez Luna, se busca recuperar algunas «pistas» que el autor nos comparte a lo largo de 18 capítulos para caminar hacia una descolonización política, epistémica y subjetiva. Las reflexiones que ofrece se sustentan tanto en una crítica incisiva a la modernidad occidental, como en una reflexión sobre la comunalidad, entendida como práctica, horizonte y camino para descolonizar nuestra existencia. Desde esta propuesta, la descolonización implica necesariamente la comunalización de la vida, además de pensarnos y comportarnos como seres comunales que se reconocen como parte del mundo y no como su centro.
Empowering Women Through Sustainable Handicrafts
Authors: S Simi
Published: November 2024

The emergence of environmentally conscious and sustainable handicrafts offers women a special chance to be key players in the shift to a greener economy. This article examines the ways in which female crafts people use natural, biodegradable, and recycled materials in their creations to promote environmental sustainability. Sustainable handicraft refers to the creation of artisanal products using methods and materials that are environmentally friendly, ethically sourced, and socially responsible. It emphasizes minimizing the negative impact on the environment while supporting local communities and preserving traditional craftsmanship. By creating environmentally friendly products like handmade natural beauty products, recycled home decor, and organic fabrics, women are not only promoting innovation in green business but also maintaining traditional craftsmanship. It also examines the challenges faced by women in this sector, such as access to markets and resources, and the support needed to scale these initiatives. This study that empowering women through sustainable handicrafts can contribute significantly to environmental conservation while simultaneously enhancing their economic independence and social standing. As consumers increasingly prioritize sustainability, women artisans are positioned at the forefront of the ecofriendly craft revolution, crafting not only products but also a sustainable and equitable future
The digital technologies command: a third dimension of the central flows in the REGIC?
Authors: Mesquita Fernando , Fernandes Ana Cristina , Moura Rosa
Published: November 2024

The study on the Areas of Influence of Cities (REGIC) primarily measures central flows based on the public management and business management of the territory. The aim of this article is to propose a third dimension for the operationalization of these long distance relations, considered from the perspective of digital command. This involves a theoretical-methodological framework, which considers the centrality and influence of the territory coupled with the flows of information, knowledge, and wealth, typical of a digital era. The methodology has been based on the development of an indicator to measure the digital command, which may be analyzed either individually or in conjunction with existing data on public and business managements. The article discusses the interplay between innovation and urban networks, which, while corroborating REGIC’s findings, reveals centralities that may not be duly identified by the current methodology.
Os olhos e as mãos de Iemanjá narram a cidade Paraíba
Authors: Marinho Lúcio Ana Cristina
Published: November 2024

Apresento nesse artigo alguns resultados da pesquisa de pós-doutorado desenvolvida no período de setembro de 2021 a agosto de 2023, no Centro de Estudos Sociais da Universidade de Coimbra, sob a supervisão da professora Marta Araújo. Discuto sobre memória de trauma/memórias de resistência (Vecchi, 2020), território, museu decolonial (Vergès, 2017) e oralituras (Leda Maria Martins, 2003), conceitos/aproximações que nos ajudam a pensar sobre patrimonialização da cultura, educação antirracista e narrativas de povos de terreiro sobre e a partir das cidades. Percorro a narrativa de violência contra os povos de terreiro na cidade de João Pessoa, Paraíba, tomando com exemplos os atos de vandalismo contra a estátua da Iemanjá, a Santinha, erguida na praia do Cabo Branco, ponto mais oriental das américas. Nesse caminho, apresento questões e algumas propostas para pensar as cidades como teatros da memória ou como fóruns (Rahul Rao, 2016) e as narrativas de mulheres, principalmente, como guias de percurso.
SEGURANÇA E VULNERABILIDADE HÍDRICA EM MOÇAMBIQUE - ÁFRICA
Authors: Paungartten Sâmella Patrícia Lima , Da Costa Nátane Oliveira
Published: November 2024

A água é um recurso natural fundamental para o homem, constituindo - se em um fator decisivo no seu desenvolvimento socioeconômico, nesta perspectiva, a segurança hídrica analisa os riscos apresentados quanto a sua oferta, qualidade/quantidade e acesso que, por sua vez estão relacionados diretamente com a vulnerabilidade social a estes eventos. Este artigo realiza uma breve avaliação das condições de segurança hídrica de Moçambique mediante as condições naturais, a vulnerabilidade social e a governança hídrica manifestadas no país, através de consulta de dados secundários disponíveis em relatórios técnicos e artigos que tratam sobre a temática. Nesta avaliação constata-se que a segurança hídrica de Moçambique passa por ameaças que estão associadas não somente as suas condições naturais climática, mas sobretudo, as suas políticas de intervenção que tem negligenciado a realidade de vulnerabilidade hídrica no país.
POLÍTICAS EUROPEAS Y COOPERATIVAS DE VIVIENDAS DE USO. PROPUESTAS PARA TIEMPOS DE CRISIS
Authors: Zaar Miriam Hermi
Published: November 2024

Las políticas europeas desarrolladas en el último siglo han permitido el acceso a la vivienda a gran parte de sus ciudadanos. Algunas de ellas estuvieron vinculadas a programas sociales específicos, otras se destinaron a fomentar iniciativas de carácter cooperativista. En este escenario surgieron las Cooperativas de Viviendas de Uso en su mayoría basadas en el modelo Andel. Originadas en Dinamarca y difundidas en los países nórdicos durante la segunda mitad del siglo XX, ganan un gran estímulo en el siglo XXI. Las crisis generadas por los profundos cambios globales impulsados por el paradigma neoliberal han supuesto la destrucción de empleo y su precarización, y a la vez expropiado de sus hogares un gran número de ciudadanos, mediante un desahucio o a través del proceso de gentrificación. Se trata de una nueva coyuntura que ha llevado a que las Cooperativas de Viviendas de Uso, asociadas al sistema cohousing (covivienda), se presenten como una valiosa solución al acceso a la morada.
A EXTENSÃO EM EDUCAÇÃO POPULAR NA UNIVERSIDADE FEDERAL DA PARAÍBA: RESGATE HISTÓRICO E PERFIL ATUAL
Authors: Dos Santos Thatiane Cristina Ponciano , Targino Moreira Ivan
Published: November 2024

A pesquisa teve como objetivo resgatar o histórico da extensão em educação popular na UFPB e traçar o perfil atual desse segmento da extensão de modo a contribuir para ações futuras de apoio a essas iniciativas. O trabalho foi desenvolvido com metodologia exploratória descritiva de abordagem qualitativa e utilizou, como instrumento de coleta de dados, a entrevista semiestruturada e levantamento de informações em documentos sobre a extensão na UFPB. Após discutir a temática extensão e educação popular, a pesquisa fez um levantamento através de documentos e legislações sobre a institucionalização da extensão na UFPB. Em seguida, mapeou projetos de extensão em educação popular nos anais dos encontros de extensão da UFPB entre 1994 e 2016 com o objetivo de resgatar a perspectiva histórica desse segmento. Nesse resgate foram utilizadas as entrevistas semiestruturadas, destinadas a coordenadores de projetos expressivos dos anos 1990. O instrumento proporcionou complementar a pesquisa documental, trouxe elementos importantes do processo histórico, como também peculiaridades dos projetos que a pesquisa documental não alcançou. Para traçar o perfil atual foi realizado um mapeamento dos projetos de extensão em educação popular do ano de 2019 pelo sistema SIGAA no módulo extensão.
ANÁLISE DA DINÂMICA DOS VENTOS EM ARACAJU/SERGIPE
Authors: Castelhano Francisco
Published: November 2024

O presente trabalho tem por objetivo analisar a dinâmica dos ventos na cidade de Aracaju, capital do estado do Sergipe, nordeste do Brasil. O conhecimento a respeito desta variável meteorológica é fundamental para aspectos do planejamento urbano levando em conta sua influência na poluição atmosférica e conforto térmico. A análise em questão sucedeu-se sobre a uma série histórica de dados horários de direção e velocidade dos ventos. O período de dados analisados foi 2003 a 2019, sendo esta, a série em escala horária mais longa disponibilizada pelo INMET. Os dados foram tratados e trabalhados junto ao software R. Foram gerados boxplots que permitiram analisar a oscilação na velocidade dos ventos ao longo dos meses e das horas do dia. No mesmo software foram geradas rosas dos ventos que possibilitaram a compreensão das direções predominantes do vento na cidade nos diferentes meses e momentos do dia. Observou-se a predominância de ventos do quadrante leste, com velocidades médias entre 3,5 e 4 m/s e a forte influência de sistemas sinóticos regionais como equatorial atlântico e zona de convergência intertropical, e de mesoescala como as frentes de brisa marinha.
ESPACIALIDADE: CULTURA E DEVOÇÃO EM RIO GRANDE-RS-BRASIL
Authors: Pereira Rogério Amaral
Published: November 2024

O presente tópico geográfico aborda a reflexão sobre a espacialidade e a sua relação com a religião em Rio Grande. Esta leitura sobre as espacialidades devocionais é intermediada pelo simbólico presente na atuação dos praticantes religiosos rio-grandinos, e objetiva a reflexão sobre os eventos sacralizados, na pesquisa em Geografia Cultural. Assim, o estudo apresenta como meta propor a utilização desses eventos como aporte empírico na análise da espacialidade geográfica. Neste sentido, a observação consiste ainda no diálogo geográfico, pautado nas atribuições teóricas de Eric Dardel (1899-1967) e Paul Claval (1932-), entre outros. Deste modo, a pesquisa justifica-se na ciência geográfica por aguçar o debate sobre a afinidade do homem com o meio, salientando a cultura na forma de interpretar as interações do “Ente” com o espaço e com o simbólico religioso nos lugares.
ENSINO DE GEOGRAFIA NAS SÉRIES INICIAIS POSSIBILIDADES E PROTAGONISMO.
Authors: Santos Felipe Alan Souza , Rodrigues Jovenildo Cardoso
Published: November 2024

O saber geográfico é fundamental no processo de ensino e aprendizagem das séries iniciais. Deste modo, é profícuo que os futuros professores da Educação infantil e fundamental menor, possuam uma formação sólida. O objetivo da pesquisa é compreender de que maneira o saber da ciência geográfica contribui para aprimorar as práticas de Educação Ambiental. A investigação pautou-se em observações e aplicação de oficinas. Vale ressaltar, que no local onde foi realizado esse estudo a Educação Ambiental ainda não é assunto familiar para a maioria dos professores; havendo a necessidade de uma reflexão sobre os parâmetros que devem nortear o seu ensino sistemático, pois a Educação Ambiental não pode ser alicerçada apenas do bom senso, deve partir da ação direta, e a disciplina que pode nortear é a do “espaço”, ou seja a Geografia. Entretanto, a aplicabilidade da mesma no contexto da educação formal contribui para a aproximação de um ser mais éticos e humanos, contribuiu para o comprometimento com a vida em sociedade, ampliando a capacidade da realização da leitura de mundo.
USOS E CONFLITOS PELO USO DA ÁGUA NO RIO PARAGUAÇU NA BAHIA: UMA ANÁLISE COMPARADA EM DIFERENTES TEMPOS E ESPAÇOS
Authors: Tiago Ribeiro Santos Tiago Ribeiro Santos , Antônio Puentes Torres  , Mário Jorge de Souza Gonçalves  , Nilton de Oliveira
Published: November 2024

A caracterização dos diferentes usos e conflitos pelo uso da água na bacia hidrográfica do rio Paraguaçu é de suma importância para sua manutenção e gerenciamento eficiente, principalmente através de diferentes tempos e espaços, permitindo a consolidação dos resultados encontrados. Tendo os usos consuntivos maior predomínio nos trechos observados, sobretudo a agropecuária, que acaba alterando os aspectos físicos-naturais da bacia e impulsiona o surgimento de conflitos entre irrigantes e a população local. Na descrição do comportamento da bacia do Paraguaçu foi utilizada o Sistema de Disponibilização de Dados Hidrológicos (HIDROWEB), sob responsabilidade da Agência Nacional de Águas – ANA, no qual foi realizada a coleta, correção e análise de séries históricas de três estações fluviométricas instaladas em diferentes trechos da bacia, proporcionando a confecção de gráficos de variáveis hidrológicas, a exemplo das vazões médias máximas e mínimas. Por conseguinte, é notório a redução dos valores das vazões máximas e mínimas nas três estações fluviométricas estudadas. Além disso, através da Estação pluviométrica de Mucugê foi possível realizar a comparação entre a precipitação e vazões médias mensais, sendo constatado a dependência da precipitação para o sustento das vazões ao longo do tempo, podendo ocorrer déficit hídrico em situação de escassez.
Palavras-chave: Bacia hidrográfica; conflito; escassez; vazões.
A IMPORTÂNCIA DOS SERVIÇOS ECOSSISTÊMICOS NO PARQUE NATURAL MUNICIPAL DO CUIÁ NA CIDADE DE JOÃO PESSOA-PB
Authors: Dantas Lucas Gabriel Feitosa , Silva dos Santos Joel , Gutierres Henrique Elias Pessoa
Published: November 2024

O modelo de desenvolvimento capitalista em nossa sociedade atualmente é responsável por diversos processos de degradação no meio ambiente, como a concentração de dióxido de carbono na atmosfera, aumento da escassez de água potável, degradação do solo etc. Diante desse panorama, enfatiza-se as áreas verdes urbanas, tais como praças e parques, por permitirem um equilíbrio no meio urbano a partir da presença de elementos naturais (e.g. vegetação), responsáveis pela prestação dos chamados Serviços Ecossistêmicos (SE). Nesse sentido, este estudo se propõe a identificar os SE de regulação climática, de provisão e os potenciais serviços culturais promovidos pelo Parque Natural Municipal do Cuiá localizado na zona sul da cidade de João Pessoa-PB. Para o monitoramento do SE de regulação climática na área de estudo foram instalados três termo-higrômetros no  parque, programados para operar no período de 11 de março a 13 de abril de 2022, visando o monitoramento das variáveis temperatura e umidade do ar na escala horária. Para o monitoramento do SE de provisão realizou-se uma pesquisa sobre as espécies existentes no parque, sobretudo as espécies medicinais e frutíferas, utilizando-se como fonte principal a Lista de Espécies da Flora do Brasil do ano de 2020 e a Relação Nacional de Plantas Medicinais de Interesse ao SUS (RENISUS). Para a análise dos SE culturais foi necessária uma adaptação, tendo sido analisada a proposta de zoneamento e instalação dos equipamentos de lazer realizado pela Prefeitura de João Pessoa. Nesse sentido, constatou-se que o Parque Cuiá é vital para a qualidade ambiental da região, pois estabelece uma relação direta entre as necessidades das espécies e o funcionamento do ecossistema, além de prestar importantes SE, denotando a relevância da vegetação e seu papel fundamental na regulação do clima, na provisão de espécies frutíferas e medicinais e o valor cultural (em potencial) à população. Por fim, reitera-se a necessidade do comprometimento do órgão ambiental responsável pela implantação do parque, uma vez que a oferta de SE depende de infraestrutura adequada, além da necessidade de um planejamento e um plano de ação eficazes de forma a pensar nos efeitos da urbanização do entorno.
PRODUÇÃO DE ENERGIA E IMPLICAÇÕES AMBIENTAIS: UMA ÊNFASE PARA A REGIÃO HIDROGRÁFICA DO SÃO FRANCISCO
Authors: De Oliveira Junior Israel , De Jesus Pereira Anderson , Damasceno Pedreira Philipe
Published: November 2024

O desenvolvimento econômico nacional está associado à capacidade de garantir a oferta permanente de energia elétrica, e as discussões sobre as matrizes geradoras são pertinentes na atualidade devido à amplitude dos danos ambientais. Em vista disso, por este estudo, objetiva-se analisar a importância das usinas hidrelétricas no cenário brasileiro, de acordo com a delimitação das regiões hidrográficas, e enfatizar sobre as questões relacionadas às implicações ambientais, com destaque para a região hidrográfica do São Francisco, que é caracterizada pelo domínio do clima seco. A pesquisa pautou-se na análise de documentos institucionais, na revisão da literatura, na espacialização de dados por meio das geotecnologias e estudo em campo. A região hidrográfica Amazônica possui preponderância no número de usinas hidrelétricas, sendo que o maior potencial instalado se encontra no Sul do país, a exemplo da região hidrográfica do Paraná. No cenário de construção das obras de infraestruturas, quase a totalidade do tipo de barragens com reservatório, a observação dos danos ambientais é secundária, e as tentativas de contornar as problemáticas são realizadas por meio de ações remediáveis. Na região hidrográfica do São Francisco, a alteração natural dos cursos de rios para a formação de barragens e hidrelétricas é uma causa surpreendente de conflitos ambientais, em razão das mudanças impostas no uso da terra e deslocamento forçado das populações. Ainda, intensificam os fatores de degradação ambiental, como a erosão eólica, muito comum em áreas de solos frágeis, de vulnerabilidade à desertificação.