bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Honor Killings in Traditional Societies: Revisiting the Case of Türkiye After Istanbul Convention Withdrawal
Authors: Hamzaoğlu Mehtap
Published: June 2024

This research delves into the complex dynamics of honor and honor killings in traditional societies, with a specific focus on Türkiye, which has a Muslim-majority population and secular-democratic politico-legal system. It sheds light on the cultural and societal frameworks that reinforce honor, particularly in the context of gender relations and familial reputation. Using a qualitative methodology, the study analyzes the case of Türkiye, with a significant emphasis on the controversial withdrawal from the Council of Europe Convention on Preventing and Combating Violence Against Women and Domestic Violence, also known as the Istanbul Convention. Examining discussions in the parliament, legal documents, and secondary sources, such as research reports, supports the case study. The findings reveal a complicated interplay between traditional perceptions of honor, legal inadequacies, and societal attitudes that perpetuate violence against women. The study argues that while legislative reforms have been implemented, cultural and societal norms continue to pose significant challenges to their effectiveness. The conclusion underscores the urgent need for a multifaceted approach, incorporating legal, educational, and societal strategies to dismantle the cultural norms that condone honor-related violence. This article contributes to the discourse on gender-based violence, advocating for a comprehensive understanding and action to address honor killings in Türkiye and beyond.
DETERMINANTS OF ECONOMIC COMPLEXITY IN NIGERIA
Authors: ADEGBOYEGA Soliu B. , AJAYI Felix O. , OSISANWO Bukonla G , ADEDOKUN Aishat O. , AKINTUNDE Elizabeth A. , KADIRI AbdulHafiz A.
Published: June 2024

The complexity of a country's economy is an important indicator of its level of development and
competitiveness in the global economy. Economic complexity has received substantial attention in modern
economics as a valuable instrument for analyzing an economic system's production capacity. It entails
knowledge quantifying acquired by economic players and expressed in the production process (Hidalgo et
al., 2007; Nguyen et al., 2021). Economic complexity explains how diverse and sophisticated an economy is
in producing a wide range of goods and services. It measures the knowledge and capabilities of a country's
businesses and workers to create various products, reflecting the level of advancement and competitiveness
in the global economy. Economic complexity goes beyond typical economic measurements by diving into the
productive knowledge contained in an economy, especially through an in-depth examination of the export
structure of a country. Therefore, it provides a thorough picture of a country's economic capabilities and
prospects for further development.
LEGAL JURISPRUDENCE AND AFRICAN GOVERNANCE IN THE TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY
Authors: ISINKAYE Kehinde Abiodun
Published: June 2024

The paper assesses the legal jurisprudence in the context of African governance system and
identifies jurisprudential impediments such as weak applicability of law, political interference in the
administration of the state, bad governance practices, lack of democratic practices, clear travesty of justice
and vagrant violations of human rights. It further observes that those jurisprudential impediments have
hamstrung the development and improvement of law govern society in Africa in the twenty-first century. They
have also slowed down the process of enhancing governance in African states through lack of transparency,
accountability, responsibility and legitimate authority. It concludes that rightful application of law,
governance reforms, an inclusive governance system, entrenchment of constitutionalism and prompt
application of law in cases of violation of law, African governance system will be enhanced in the twentyfirst century.
ETHICAL DILEMMAS IN THE ALLOCATION OF LOW-COST HOUSES: A SOUTH AFRICAN CASE STUDY
Authors: MATHEBULA N. E.
Published: June 2024

This paper is a culmination of an empirical study which sought to investigate the
ethical dilemmas and Clientelism in the allocation of low-cost houses. Section 26 (1) of the
Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 eloquently states that ‘everyone has the
right to have access to adequate housing’. Low-cost houses commonly known as ‘RDP
houses’ are government’s approach in responding and respecting the constitutional right
to adequate housing for all deserving South Africans. This paper argues that the low-cost
housing system in South Africa is concocted by ethical dilemmas and conflict of interest
such as corruption, nepotism, administrative discretion, and policy dilemmas amongst
others. The paper adopts a combination of mixed methods (qualitative and quantitative
research approaches) and content analysis. The paper followed a case study approach
whereby 10 selected villages within the jurisdiction of the Greater Giyani Local
Municipality, Limpopo Province were randomly sampled for data collection. Therefore,
questionnaires were administered and collected, interviews conducted and documents
relating to the discourse of this study were analysed in context of the general objectives of
the study. This was done with a view of proposing recommendations that can be used to
minimise and curb unethical conduct and the use of public goods for the benefit of political
parties, particularly those running the machinery of government.
CHALLENGES FACING LAGOS STATE PUBLIC PROCUREMENT AGENCY IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF PUBLIC PROCUREMENT LAW
Authors: ADEWOYIN Adewunmi Adelore , ADEWOYIN Adejide Sunday , OYEKUNLE Abiodun W.
Published: June 2024

the paper analyzed the challenges facing Lagos State Public Procurement Agency in the
implementation of procurement law. The paper adopted both the primary and secondary sources of data;
data were collected through administration of questionnaires on the identified respondents. The study
population of workers in the selected ministries, agency, contractors, and civil society organization consisted
of 1398. A proportionate random sampling technique was used in selecting a sample size of 210 respondents
representing 15% of the study population. Secondary data were obtained from books, academic journal
official documents of LSPPA, and internet. Data collected were analyzed with the use of percentage,
frequency, and mean. The result of the study revealed that the challenges facing Lagos State Public
Procurement Agency; namely: poor ethical standard (58.9%, x̅ =2.5), shortage of manpower (72.2%, x̅
=2.1), and delay in the adjudication of contract malpractices (65.8%, x̅=2.1) were largely insubstantial
challenges facing LSPPA in the implementation of public procurement law of the state amongst the ten
acknowledged challenges. On the other hand, the paper further shown the challenges that were largely
substantial for the LSPPA in the implementation of public procurement law in the state; such as: interference
from political office holders (67.4, x̅=2.9), poor ethical standard (63.9%, x̅=2.6), delay in the release of
appropriated budget (57.4%, x̅=2.7), political will and commitment to prosecute offenders (54.5, x̅=2.7),
sharp practices in the award of contract (65.8%, x̅=2.8), politicized civil society organization (78.2%, x̅
=3.0), and submission of procurement plan (60.9%, x̅=2.8) substantially hampers LSPPA in the quest to
achieve efficiency, probity, openness, value for money, accountability, and fair pricing amongst others. The
study therefore, concludes that the challenges facing LSPPA, Lagos State Public Procurement Agency in the
implementation of public procurement law in the state is largely substantial, and decelerates the policy
objective targets of procurement law of the State. It was further evident from seven claims confirmation as
against three claims that negated it respectively.
AN INVESTIGATION INTO THE CAUSES AND IMPACT OF SERVICE DELIVERY PROTESTS ON POLITICAL STABILITY IN SOUTH AFRICA
Authors: RAGOLANE M. , MALATJI T L
Published: June 2024

Service delivery protests in South African municipalities are common due to governance issues.
The ongoing discussions around service delivery protests in South Africa are an indication of a much-needed
holistic approach to addressing the needs of the people. The objective of this study is to explore the reasons
behind and effects of service delivery protests on political stability with perspectives gained from the ideas
of the social contract and relative deprivation. This study explored the individualized experiences, attitudes,
and motives of persons engaging in service delivery protests using a qualitative research methodology based
on interpretivism. A detailed knowledge of the complex dynamics underpinning these protests was revealed
using in-depth interviews, content analysis, and participant observation. The research found that when
promises of basic services and socioeconomic growth are not kept, there is a perceived breakdown of the
social contract between residents and the government. Additionally, relative deprivation appeared as a major
element influencing protest mobilization as people and communities perceived injustice and discontent when
they contrasted their socioeconomic situation to others. Protests in the delivery of services have been found
to have a variety of effects on political stability. Although they can spur government responsiveness and
policy change, they also present stability hazards and the possibility of bloodshed. To reduce the likelihood
of protests and support political stability. The study suggests a Cooperative government model to reduce
protests and promote stability. This model focuses on protection, participation, and provision to ensure
effective decision-making and service delivery that meets the people's needs.
CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT ACCORDING TO AN INNOVATIVE MODEL
Authors: DONCEAN Marilena
Published: June 2024

Every morning, in Africa, when the sun rises, a gazelle wakes up. It knows it will have to run faster
than the fastest lion … otherwise the lion will kill it. Every morning, in Africa, when the sun goes up, a lion
awakes. It knows it will have to run faster than the slowest gazelle … or it will starve to death. So, it does not
matter whether you are a lion or a gazelle: as soon as the sun rises, you must run. The learning cycle of
professional development involves experience, action, reflection, decision, and processing. The continuing
professional development of the staff activating in research involves boosting and diversifying the skills of
the personnel to take part in far more complex activities and also requires higher responsibilities. Therefore,
the present paper shows the factors, main objectives, chief obstacles, and principles of professional
development and training. At the same time, a set of suggestions and recommendations is also proposed here,
more precisely a plan of action for the researcher’s professional training/ development.
Influence of Audiovisual Materials on the Academic Performance of Senior Secondary Schools Student’s in English Studies in Gwagwalada, Abuja, Nigeria.
Authors: Ngozi Nwanna , IWUOZOR Odili Markanthony , AJUMA Fatima Ibrahim
Published: June 2024

This research study empirically examines the effect of Audiovisual Materials on the Performance of Senior Secondary Schools Student in English studies in Gwagwalada Area Council. A survey research design was employed and the study population consists of 3,999 teachers and a research sample 120 teachers were used. As a data collection instrument, a four-point Likert scale questionnaire was used. the data was evaluated using mean and multiple regression, An empirical hypothetical value of 0.05, multiple regression was used with the aid of version SPSS 20, The study discovered that the types of Audiovisual material used have influence on the performance of Students in English studies in Senior secondary schools and the available Audiovisual materials used enhances students’ performance in English studies in Senior secondary schools, there, based on these findings it was concluded that Audiovisual Aids play a vital role on student’s academic performance in English studies in senior secondary school, the study recommended that he government should organize workshops, seminars and conferences for teachers to enable them up-date their knowledge on new developments on the use of Audiovisual Aids and that funding could be made on the variable that enhances students’ academic performance in English studies such as environment, age, textbook, psychological needs, teacher’s related factors and counseling services in schools.
The Impact of the Covid-19 Pandemic on MSEs in Fulfilling the Needs of the People of Kupang City in the Pandemic and New Normal Era
Authors: Mesakh Anthonius B. , Fanggidae Apriana H.J. , Pulinggomang Yoseba
Published: June 2024

This research aims to find out and analysis the impact of Covid-19 on meeting people’s needs in the Pandemic Era and the New Normal Era. The Covid-19 pandemic has changed MSME business activities in Kupang City. This research is descriptive research with a qualitative approach by observing and interviewing informants. Currently the role of Micro Enterprises is the main concern of the Indonesian government. Micro businesses are the largest part of MSMEs which are one of the pillars of the economy. When the Covid-19 pandemic hit micro businesses, they were able to try to survive and continue to serve the needs of the community by adapting to new conditions and complying with health protocols so that their business continued to run even though their income had decreased. there was an increase during the pandemic. The Covid-19 pandemic has had a major impact on micro businesses, resulting in a decline in production, sales and income, but they are still trying to serve the needs of the community both face to face and online, and transacting via cash and bank transfers. The media used to serve customers and consumers are WhatsApp and Facebook. These good methods or practices are still carried out in the new normal period, both in terms of service, transactions and consumer basic needs and personal health.
A Conceptual Model of Business Best Practices and Sustainability of MSMEs in Saudi Arabia
Authors: Alharbi Mohammad Ali , Misnan Mohd Saidin , Abidin Nur Izieadiana
Published: June 2024

The objective of the present study is to ascertain the determinants accountable for attaining business sustainability. This research aims to enhance the development of a conceptual framework for business best practices that can assist micro, small and medium companies (MSMCs) in attaining sustainable business growth by improving their performance. This study enhances the existing body of literature on the Multi-Stage Model of Consumer Decision Making (MSMC) by offering a rigorous approach in terms of methodology, conceptual framework, and practical implications. The framework presented in this research comprehensively addresses the pertinent domains that might be instrumental in formulating a sustainable business trajectory for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). The research was conducted after systematically reviewing the existing literature on MSMCs. MSMCs and business practises have been the primary focus of the keyword combination. Following a thorough categorization of the research papers selected for the analysis according to their location, paper type, focus, and theoretical underpinnings, a thematic analysis was conducted. The document delineates the necessary guidelines for formulating sustainable business strategies for Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Companies (MSMCs), encompassing both macro and micro factors. Additionally, this study identifies many areas for future research, hence expanding potential possibilities for further investigation. In conclusion, the research identified several key sustainable business practices, including financial fragility, technological advancements and integration, entrepreneurial management and innovation, human resource management, and international trading. These practices play pivotal roles in enabling MSMCs to adapt to changing circumstances and enhance their resilience during crises. It underscores the significance of embracing innovation, leveraging technology, and fostering strong leadership to ensure long-term sustainability. Future research could be conducted to compare the business practises of multinational micro small and medium companies (MSMCs) in both emerging and developed economies.
Interaction problems of drugs and food in older patients. Short Review
Authors: Kuprash Liana , Panteleymonova Tetyana , Kuprash Olena
Published: June 2024

The interaction between drugs and food in the body of older patients is an important therapeutic problem. As a result of this interaction, both the assimilation of food by the patient's body and the effectiveness and safety of drug therapy can change. Older patients may develop several complications and adverse reactions that change the underlying disease course against the background of age-related metabolic and functional disorders that change both the drugs' pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics and the metabolism of food substances. Considering the compatibility mechanisms of medicinal substances with certain food products, compliance with appropriate food regimes is a necessary condition for the effectiveness and drug therapy safety for older patients.
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Keywords: older patients; drugs; food; therapeutic problem; pharmacokinetics; pharmacodynamics
Assessment of Service Quality Perception Gap between Service Seekers and Service Providers of Land Services in Rwanda
Authors: Kalisa Edward
Published: June 2024

Purpose: This study aimed to assess the determinants of customer satisfaction from the perspective of service seekers and service providers using SERVQUAL.
Methodology: the study employed both quantitative and qualitative research approaches. The survey method was used to collect primary quantitative data. Probability sampling was employed to select both service seekers and service providers. 422 service seekers were randomly selected from a list of 53,158 people. 45 service providers were also randomly selected from 416 land officers. A data collection tool was developed for service seekers and customized for service providers. The validity of the research tool was tested and the results showed a P-value of 0.00. Cronbach’s Alpha calculation was employed to test reliability and resulted in an output of 0.932 > 0.7 which shows excellent reliability. Key informant interviews were also conducted with purposively selected respondents to collect their opinions on service quality to complement the quantitative data.
Findings: From the perspective of service seekers, the findings showed that the five service quality dimensions are positive and significant predictors of satisfaction. The data from the service providers show that only empathy is a positive and significant predictor of satisfaction whereas, the other four dimensions are positive but less significant predictors of satisfaction. The study results revealed a discrepancy between service seekers and service providers in the dimensions that predict the satisfaction of customers with land services more than others.
Contribution to Theory, Policy, and Practice: Understanding the perception gap allows service providers to adjust their approaches to service delivery design to be more customer-focused. The study also informs policymakers where to focus efforts to enhance the quality of services. The unique aspect that this research puts forward is the comparison of the data from both service seekers and service providers to show similarities or differences in their understanding of which dimensions predict the satisfaction of customers more than others. The study recommends continuous collection of feedback from service seekers to help bridge the perception gap in what predicts satisfaction of service seekers.
KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE AND PRACTICE AMONG THE STUDENTS OF SCHOOL OF MEDICINE OF UNIVERSITY OF MOSTAR TOWARDS INFLUENZA VACCINATION
Authors: Martinović Katarina , Grgić Svjetlana , Dalmatin Dragišić Monika
Published: June 2024

Introduction: Influenza is an acute, infectious disease of the human respiratory system, caused byinfluenza viruses. Since it is a vaccine-preventable disease, medical students as future health professionals should be involved in programs promoting the importance of flu vaccination.Aim: Compare knowledge, attitude and practice of vaccination against influenza among students of the firstand sixthyear of School of Medicine of University of Mostar.Subjects and methods: The study included a total of81 students of the School of Medicine of the University of Mostar. The data were collected using a questionnaire that consists from demographic data of the respondents andtwenty questions with the offered answers about the knowledge, attitude and practice of vaccination against influenza.Results: Sixth-year students showed greater knowledge about contraindications for vaccination. Both groups of students showed mainly positive attitudes about influenza vaccination. No surveyed student was vaccinated against influenza and many of them reasoned that influenza is not a serious illness.Conclusions: Despite good knowledge and mostly positive attitudes about influenza vaccination, no student who participated in the study was vaccinated against influenza. Therefore, it would be useful for medical students to provide additional information about the importance of illness prevention, because they represent an important part of the future workforce in the health system, that will affect the global attitudes of vaccination.Keywords: influenza, vaccination, knowledge, practice, students
IMPACT OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC ON THE REGULAR IMMUNIZATION OF CHILDREN IN THE MOSTAR HEALTH CENTER
Authors: Ćurlin Marina , Barukčić Kata , Pehar Vesna , Vasilj Ivan , Franjić Darjan
Published: June 2024

Introduction: Vaccines for protection against 10 infectious diseases are available in the Program of Regular Immunization in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina. These vaccines save the lives of up to 3 million people worldwide every year. The latest report of the Institute of Public Health of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina on regular immunization carried out during 2020 shows that the rate of vaccination of children during the 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic with regular vaccines has decreased compared to previous years. Such a situation in the health system leads to a potential risk of outbreaks of infectious diseases that are prevented by vaccination.Objective: To examine the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the regular immunization of children in the Mostar Health Center.Materials and methods: A retrospective cross-sectional epidemiological study was conducted. Data on regular immunization of children from theMostar Health Center, Herzegovina-Neretva County in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina from 2017, 2018, 2021 and 2022 were used.Results: A statistically significant difference was obtained in vaccination against measles, mumps and rubella during a period of four years. Vaccination with the mentioned vaccines was significantly higher in 2017 and 2018 than in 2021 and 2022.Conclusion: It was shown that the COVID-19 pandemic affected the regular immunization of children in the Mostar Health Center.Keywords: regular immunization of children, COVID 19 pandemic, MMR vaccine, Mostar
Revolutionizing the Rental Services in Siargao Island: Basis for Developing an Online Vehicle Rental Management System
Authors: Mark Anthony T. Golo  , Riah Elcullada Encarnacion
Published: June 2024

The research paper addresses the inefficiencies faced by tourists and local rental service providers in the vehicle rental sector of Siargao Islandin the Philippines. Despite the thriving tourism industry in the island, the current manual processes for vehicle rentals are fraught with challenges such as unreliable service, booking difficulties, and inefficient fleet management. This study aims bridge the gap between these traditional practices and modern technological solutions by proposing an online vehicle rental management system designed to streamline operations and enhance customer experience. Using a mixed-methods approach, the exploration integrates qualitative insights from ethnographic studies and interviews while quantitative data from the surveys targeting tourists, residents, and rental service providers. This methodology enables a thorough understanding of the operational challenges and user needs within the rental ecosystem. The findings revealed significant inadequacies in manual booking thus highlighting a strong demand for an automated and user-friendly online platform. The proposed system incorporates advanced system software to automate bookings, optimize fleet management, and provide real-time updates and notifications by enhancing operational efficiency, reducing errors, and improving service reliability. Additionally, it seeks to empower local rental businesses through provision with tools to manage their operations more effectively and compete in the digital age. The research underscores the potential of the proposed system to revolutionize rental services in Siargao Island by improving accessibility, convenience, and customer satisfaction. The future implementation of this online platform is expected to contribute significantly to the sustainable growth of Siargao's tourism industry, ultimately benefiting tourists, local businesses, and the broader community
Desenvolupament de línies de ‘Tomata Valenciana’ multirresistents a malalties fúngiques, víriques i ocasionades per nemàtodes
Authors: Figás Moreno María del Rosario , Martínez Busó Miquel , Rico Ferrer Ramón Gabriel , Casanova Calancha Cristina , Soler Elena , Prohens Jaime , Soler Salvador
Published: June 2024

The 'Tomata Valenciana' as a traditional tomato variety is affected by multiple diseases that limit its yield, and for which no genetic improvement has been made. Among the diseases that affect it most importantly are those caused by the Tomato mosaic virus (ToMV), the Tomato spotted wilt virus (TSWV), the fungus Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. Lycopersici, the fungus Vericillium spp. and nematodes of the genus Meloidogyne. In this context, an improvement program has been carried out for the introduction of resistance genes to the aforementioned diseases in different combinations. This has made it possible to generate a set of lines or varieties of the 'Tomata Valenciana' that will allow the cultivation of the 'Tomata Valenciana' with fewer losses caused by the incidence of diseases. In addition, the consumption of pesticides will decrease to control the incidence of diseases. In conclusion, more competitive varieties have been made available to farmers that will allow for more profitable cultivation of the 'Tomata Valenciana'.........................................................................................................La ‘Tomata Valenciana’ com a varietat tradicional de tomata es veu afectada per múltiples malalties que en limiten el rendiment, i per a les quals no s'ha realitzat cap millora genètica. Entre les malalties que l'afecten de manera més important hi ha les causades pel virus del mosaic de la tomata (ToMV), el virus del bronzejat de la tomata (TSWV), el fong Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. lycopersici, el fong Vericillium spp. i nemàtodes del gènere Meloidogyne. En aquest context s'ha executat un programa de millora per retrocreuaments per a la introducció de gens de resistència a les malalties esmentades en diferents combinacions. Això ha permès generar un conjunt de línies o varietats de la ‘Tomata Valenciana’ que permetran un cultiu d’aquesta amb menors pèrdues causades per la incidència de malalties. A més, disminuirà el consum de pesticides per controlar la incidència de malalties i plagues. En conclusió, s'han posat a disposició dels agricultors varietats més competitives que permetran realitzar un cultiu de la ‘Tomata Valenciana’ més rendible.
Desenvolupament i selecció de porta-empelts per a la ‘Tomata Valenciana’
Authors: Martínez Busó Miquel , Figás Moreno María del Rosario , Casanova Calancha Cristina , Soler Elena , Prohens Jaime , Soler Salvador
Published: June 2024

The ‘Valencian Tomato’ is one of the traditional varieties of tomato with the most economic projection in current Valencian agriculture. Considering that this variety has not been the subject of genetic improvement, there are more and more problems with the incidence of diseases such as those caused by viruses and fungi in the cultivation fields of the Valencian vegetable orchards. This problem becomes particularly important in the case of soil diseases such as that caused by Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. lycopersici or nematodes of the genus Meloidogyne. Although there are strategies such as biosolarization or the use of rootstocks, in the first case it is laborious and in the second there are no rootstocks developed specifically for the ‘Valencian Tomato’. In this work, based on previously obtained results, a set of 9 hybrids and 8 parents of the same has been tested in a plot where a repeated cultivation of ‘Valencian Tomato’ has occurred with a high incidence of soil fungi and nematodes. This has allowed the selection of 2 very promising hybrids to present high levels of resistance to Fusarium wilt and nematodes..........................................................................................................La ‘Tomata Valenciana’ constitueix una de les varietats tradicionals de tomata amb més projecció econòmica a l'agricultura valenciana actual. Tenint en compte que aquesta varietat no ha estat motiu de millora genètica, es presenten cada cop més problemes d'incidència de malalties com les causades per virus i fongs als camps de cultiu de l'horta valenciana. Aquest problema cobra especial importància en el cas de malalties del sòl com la causada per Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. lycopersici o nematodes del gènere Meloidogyne. Tot i que hi ha estratègies com la biosolarització o l'ús de porta-empelts, en el primer cas és laboriosa i en el segon no hi ha porta-empelts desenvolupats específicament per a la ‘Tomata Valenciana’. En aquest treball, partint de resultats obtinguts prèviament, s'ha provat un conjunt de 9 híbrids i 8 parentals dels mateixos en una parcel·la on s'ha produït un cultiu repetit de ‘Tomata Valenciana’ amb elevada incidència de fongs del sòl i nematodes. Això ha permès la selecció de 2 híbrids molt prometedors perquè presenten elevats nivells de resistència a fusariosi i nematodes.
Uma militância encarnada desde as Alagoas
Authors: Paião Caio Giulliano
Published: June 2024

Resenha: MOURA, Anderson Vieira. O partido dos operários: comunistas e trabalhadores urbanos em Alagoas (1951-1961). Rio de Janeiro: Autografia, 2023.
A transição para a democracia no Brasil (1943-1946): o PCB, os trabalhadores e a construção de um caminho alternativo
Authors: Souza Edinaldo Antonio Oliveira
Published: June 2024

Resenha: RIBEIRO, David Ricardo Sousa. A transição para a democracia no Brasil (1943 1946) - o PCB e a construção de um caminho alternativo. São Paulo: Alameda, 2023.
O sol na cabeça de Geovani Martins: um estudo de crítica e tradução
Authors: Paganine Carolina
Published: June 2024

O livro de estreia de Geovani Martins, O sol na cabeça (2018), foi instantaneamente recebido com elogios pela crítica, sendo divulgado pela própria editora, a Companhia das Letras, como “o novo fenômeno literário brasileiro vendido para 9 países”. Diferentemente de muitas obras brasileiras traduzidas, que levam tempo para aportar em outras línguas, o livro de Martins foi traduzido e lançado com apenas um ano de diferença para o inglês, o alemão, francês e espanhol. Este trabalho procura refletir sobre o papel da divulgação e da recepção deste livro em solo nacional e estrangeiro de língua inglesa, procurando analisar a formação de uma imagem dessa obra e do escritor através da reescrita, seja esta tanto por meio das resenhas críticas em âmbito nacional e internacional, quanto da tradução para o inglês do livro, conduzida por Julia Sanches e publicada em 2019 pela Farrar Straus & Giroux (EUA) e Faber & Faber (Reino Unido). De modo específico, na primeira parte deste artigo apresenta-se uma análise dos materiais paratextuais ao livro, tanto os presentes na própria obra, como os externos à obra, além de uma breve análise das resenhas publicadas nos primeiros meses do lançamento do livro. Na segunda parte, realiza-se uma crítica da tradução para o inglês do conto “Travessia” / “The Crossing” enfocando as estratégias que a tradutora utilizou para retextualizar as marcas de oralidade do texto-fonte. Pretende-se assim refletir sobre como um “fenômeno literário” é forjado via crítica e tradução, alinhando-se a novas visões sobre o português brasileiro e a literatura brasileira.
Modernismo brasileiro 100+1: crítica, heranças, perspectivas (vol. 1)
Authors: Moraes Ricardo Gaiotto de , Marques Francisco Claudio Alves , Duarte Osvaldo Copertino , Simpson Pablo , Faria Sandra Teixeira de
Published: June 2024

Apresentação do dossiê: Modernismo brasileiro 100+1 anos: crítica, heranças, perspectivas.
Schnellere Maschinenentwicklung
Authors: Laux Matthias
Published: June 2024

Wenn klassische Automatisierungslösungen für die Produktion oder Verpackung von Gütern aufgrund besonderer Anforderungen nicht geeignet sind, ist eine individuelle Lösung gefordert. In solchen Fällen kommt die Schreyer Sondermaschinen GmbH ins Spiel, die sowohl schlüsselfertige Liniensysteme als auch maßgeschneiderte Sondermaschinen fertigt.
Refresco baut eigenes Markengeschäft aus
Authors: Brück Mario
Published: June 2024

Der Handelsmarken- und Lohnabfüll-Spezialist Refresco will sein erst kürzlich zugekauftes Markengeschäft ausbauen. Im Fokus steht dabei die Softdrinkmarke Hella.
Akute Sorgen wegen Weidemilch
Authors: Murmann Christoph
Published: June 2024

Die meiste Weidemilch auf dem Markt wird ab Juli von der Kennzeichnung mit der Haltungsform 4 „Auslauf/Weide“ ausgeschlossen. Der Verein Pro Weideland und der größte Abnehmer, Moers Frischprodukte, sehen die ganze Kategorie gefährdet – und Spitzenpolitiker unterstützen sie.
Backbranche will Generationen vereinen
Authors: Krönert Alrun
Published: June 2024

Gut aufgestellt für künftige Herausforderungen sieht sich der Verband der Deutschen Großbäckereien. Auch der anstehende Wechsel in der Hauptgeschäftsführung war auf der Mitgliederversammlung ein Thema.
Evaluation of non-preoperative chest diseases consultations
Authors: Bilgin Gülden , Yavuzdağlı Zuhal , Kayıkçı Kışoğlu Merve
Published: June 2024

Aims: This study was conducted to evaluate non-preoperative patients in the chest diseases department of the training and
research hospital.
Methods: 990 patients were evaluated retrospectively between 01.10.2023 and 01.03.2024 in Ankara Training and Research
Hospital, Department of Chest Diseases. The services that requested consultation and the reasons for the request, the patients’ comorbidities, chest radiography and, when deemed necessary, the requested lung computed tomography were examined. The data obtained was analyzed with IBM SPSS (Statistical Package for Social Sciences). As descriptive statistics, mean±standard deviation and median (minimum-maximum) were given for quantitative variables, and number (percentage) was given for qualitative variables.
Results: Within the hospital, 990 non-preoperative chest diseases consultations were requested within a 6-month period.
Those younger than 18 years of age, those who were to be evaluated preoperatively, and those who were asked for consultation from the pulmonology department but did not attend the evaluation were excluded from the study. The average age of the patients for whom consultation was requested was 69.12±16.07 years. 52.1% of the patients were female and 47.9% were male. 470 (47.5%) of the patients were smokers. Among the services where consultation was requested, the first services were 163 (16.5%) emergency services, 129 (13.0%) emergency intensive care units and 112 (11.3%) infectious diseases. 398(40.2%) patients had shortness of breath. It was observed that 411 (41.5%) patients had DM, 285 (28.8%) patients had hypertension, and 108 (10.9%) patients had heart failure. While chest radiography was requested for all patients for whom consultation was requested, 570 (57.6%) thorax computed tomography scans were performed when deemed necessary.
Conclusion: Chest diseases consultations is performed mostly for diagnostic support and treatment recommendation. In
our study, patients were included retrospectively. In retrospective studies, it is of great importance to keep proper records in
consultations and to take a complete examination and anamnesis. However, unnecessary requested chest diseases consultations brings a serious workload.
Treatment of recurrent pulmonary thromboembolism with ecosonic endovascular system
Authors: Öbek Elif Büşra , Çelik Deniz , Akkuş Ezgi , Akkaya Özgür , Yetkin Özkan , Lakadamyalı Hüseyin
Published: June 2024

Venous thromboembolism is a collective term that describes two diseases, pulmonary thromboembolism (PTE) and deep vein thrombosis, with or without symptoms but often accompanying each other. Pulmonary thromboembolism (PTE) develops in most cases due to thrombus formation in the deep veins of the lower extremities and migrates to the pulmonary artery and/or its branches. It is a preventable disease with high mortality and morbidity and includes diagnostic difficulties. Recurrence may occur despite treatment in 5-23% of PTE cases. Patients may apply to the hospital with symptoms such as unexplained dyspnea, stabbing or atypical chest pain, hemoptysis, and syncope. We aimed to present the patient who had chronic deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and was frequently hospitalized due to recurrent massive PTE. In our case, disease status requires catheter thrombolytic therapies two times in three months.
Current treatment approaches in the management of the heart failure
Authors: Başgöz Bilgin Bahadır , Öztürk Cansu , Varhan Caner , Solmaz İhsan
Published: June 2024

Heart failure is a clinical syndrome in which the function of the heart muscle and neurohormonal regulation are impaired, resulting in an inability to meet the metabolic needs of tissues. Many different mechanisms are involved in the pathophysiology of heart failure. Therefore, this disease is defined as a chronic disease in which treatment management is difficult for both the patient and the physician. Therefore, although the main goal is to take the necessary precautions before the disease develops, this may not always be possible. The management of the disease and the treatment options are being provided by finding drugs that are effective against existing mechanisms or against new mechanisms that have been discovered. The main goal of treatment is to stop the chain of events that cause and worsen heart failure based on the physiopathology. For this reason, there are various treatment modalities accepted in current guidelines to manage the current process. The aim of these treatments is to reduce symptoms, improve quality of life, and reduce mortality and morbidity rates. Recently, many important developments in the field of heart failure have started to come one after another. In this article, the mechanisms of action of the current treatment options and their effects on mortality have been mentioned, but rather than the current pharmacologic treatments, promising new treatment options, especially phase 3 and phase 4 trials, have been evaluated.
Obesity and diabetes, the pandemic of our time: the difficult to manage complication of diabetes, diabetic foot
Authors: Varlıbaş Artuner , Kılıç Şeyma , İbiloğlu Muhammet Numan , Çifci Aydın
Published: June 2024

Overweight and obesity are major problems worldwide, affecting more than half of the adult population. With wrong eating habits, the rise of fast-food culture and sedentary lifestyles, obesity continues to spread almost all over the world. In addition to the many physical problems obesity causes, it also significantly affects mental health. One of the most feared conditions caused by obesity is type 2 diabetes, a systemic disease that negatively affects every part of the body. In addition to the many problems it causes, diabetes causes foot problems in one out of every 6-7 patients throughout their lives, some of which may lead to limb loss and even death. The average life expectancy of patients with diabetic foot is significantly shortened. Treatment of these patients is also very costly. In this case report, we tried to explain the relationship between obesity and diabetes and diabetic foot problems that can lead to serious financial and moral losses.
One year follow-up and literature review of three young-age cases with high risk pulmonary thromboembolism
Authors: Altan Çotur Sümeyra , Kurt Emine Bahar , Demirkaya Ayşe
Published: June 2024

High-risk pulmonary thromboembolism (PTE) is an emergency clinical condition with high mortality. High-risk pulmonary thromboembolism is generally seen in immobile patients, elderly, have malignancies, and have a long-term travel history. Our aim here is to emphasize that high-risk pulmonary thromboembolism may also occur in young patients. Considering the symptoms and risk factors such as oral contraceptive use, obesity, and operation history, PTE can be detected with Pulmonary Computed Tomography-Angiography (CTPA) or Ventilation Perfusion Scintigraphy (V/Q) when necessary. It should be verified that it is not. Genetic mutation, obesity, oral contraceptive use, and previous operation history were
accepted as risk factors in the young patients we treated and followed up with high-risk Pulmonary Thromboembolism presented here. After the diagnosis of pulmonary thromboembolism was made at the first stage in our patients who applied to the emergency department, the risk group was determined by taking into account the current guidelines. Three patients considered to be at high risk were evaluated for thrombolytic therapy. Two patients without contraindications were given a full dose, and one patient was given a half dose of thrombolytic. After being monitored in intensive care for the first 24 hours, they were taken to the service. Due to their young age (<45 years), their thrombophilia panel was checked. Anticoagulant treatments were started and follow-ups were planned at 3 months, 6 months, and 1 year after discharge. During the follow-up visits, CTPA, echocardiography (ECHO), and lower extremity Doppler ultrasound imaging were performed.
Determination of the therapeutic effects of apigenin on chronic myeloid leukemia stem cells; a mechanistic approach
Authors: Ünal Ali , Göktepe Özge , Çetinkaya Melisa , Baran Yusuf
Published: June 2024

Aims: Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) is a type of leukemia characterized by the Philadelphia (Ph) chromosome encoding the BCR-ABL protein. Significant success has been achieved in the treatment of CML with the development of agents that target this protein and inhibit its activity, but the resistance that develops in patients against these drugs limits absolute success. One of the main reasons for the resistance problem is the ineffectiveness of current therapies for CML stem cells. Apigenin (4',5,7- trihydroxyflavone) is a flavanoid found in various vegetables and fruits and has the effects of suppressing proliferation and inducing apoptosis in different cancer types. In this study, we aimed to determine the therapeutic potential of apigenin on K562 CML stem cells.
Methods: The effects of apigenin on the proliferation of K562 CML stem cells were determined by an XTT cell proliferation assay. Apoptotic effects of apigenin on K562 CML stem cells were determined by changes in mitochondrial membrane potential (MZP), caspase-3 enzyme activity, and the Annexin-V method using flow cytometry.
Results: The proliferation of K562 CML stem cells exposed to increasing doses of Apigenin (1-40 nM) for 48 hours decreased dose-dependently, and the IC50 value of Apigenin was calculated at 3 nM. Compared to the control group, an increase in caspase-3 enzyme activity was calculated in stem cells treated with apigenin at the same doses. Disruptions in the mitochondrial membrane potential of Apigenin-treated CML stem cells and Annexin-V assay results also showed that Apigenin dose-dependently induced apoptosis and caused significant increases in the apoptotic cell population.
Conclusion: It was shown for the first time in this study that apigenin may have therapeutic effects on CML stem cells. It was determined that this effect of apigenin was achieved by triggering caspase-3 enzyme activity and disruptions in the mitochondrial membrane.
Evaluation of the relationship between immunohistochemical markers and the prognosis of patients with hepatocellular carcinoma
Authors: Kuzucular Elif , Doran Figen
Published: June 2024

Aims: This study aimed to evaluate whether prognosis and survival time in patients hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) were associated with immunohistochemistry results for Heat Shock Protein 70 (HSP70), Glutamine synthetase (GS), Cyclase Associated Protein 2 (CAP2), Enhancer of zeste homolog 2 (EZH2) and B-cell-specific Moloney murine leukemia virus integration site 1 (Bmi-1).
Methods: In this retrospective study, the medical records of 50 HCC cases were evaluated. Tissues were stained for the targeted antigens. Immunohistochemical stains were scored for cytoplasmic (HSP70, GS, CAP2) or nuclear (EZH2, Bmi-1) staining patterns under light microscopy.
Results: Twenty-nine (58%) of the HCC cases died and the overall survival time was 30±3 (24-37) months. Survival times were similar in terms of age (p=0.262), sex (p=0.707), cause of disease (p=0.655), tumor size (p=0.191) and degree of differentiation (p=0.280). The overall survival of HCC patients with vascular invasion was shorter (p=0.019). The frequency of EZH2 (p=0.025) and Bmi-1 (p=0.004) +/++ was higher in patients with vascular invasion. No correlation was found between overall survival time and HSP70 positivity (p=0.140) and CAP2 positivity (p=0.278); however, survival time was significantly shorter in HCC cases stained (++/+++) with EZH2 (p=0.034), Bmi-1 (p=0.008) and GS (p=0.018).
Conclusion: The results of this study showed that GS, EZH2, and Bmi-1 predicted prognosis and survival time in patients with HCC, possible due to relationships with vascular invasion. There is a need for more comprehensive, population-based studies on biomarkers that can be used in prognosis monitoring of HCC cases.