bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
La tipificación de la retirada del preservativo (stealthing) como actuación formal del Estado en el reconocimiento de la mujer y su derecho a la integridad personal
Authors: Gracia Hincapié Luz Carlina , Pillalaza Lincango Denise Carolina
Published: February 2025

El stealthing se refiere a la retirada no consentida del preservativo durante el acto sexual sin el conocimiento del otro participante en la actividad sexual. Esta práctica puede dejar a la persona que se somete a ella en riesgo de embarazo no deseado, enfermedades de transmisión sexual y afectar su bienestar psicológico y emocional. Aunque el stealthing es considerado una forma de violencia sexual, actualmente no existe una tipificación clara en la mayoría de los sistemas jurídicos a nivel mundial. Algunos países han comenzado a abordar esta práctica como una forma de agresión sexual y están trabajando en medidas para tipificarla como delito. Esta falta de reconocimiento y penalización puede ser especialmente dañina para las mujeres, ya que es más probable que sean víctimas de stealthing y otros tipos de violencia sexual. Por lo tanto, la tipificación del stealthing como un delito puede ayudar a proteger los derechos de las mujeres y mejorar la igualdad de género, es por esto que esta investigación busca analizar los motivos y las actitudes que llevan a algunas personas a practicar el stealthing, y las consecuencias que esto puede tener para la víctima y para la sociedad en general, , identificar las barreras que impiden la denuncia y la protección de las víctimas de stealthing, y proponer estrategias para superarlas analizar la relación entre el stealthing y otras formas de violencia sexual y de género, y proponer medidas de prevención y protección.
Narrativas no sexistas para la infancia e inteligencia artificial. Estudio de aplicaciones para una educación inclusiva
Authors: Azevedo Fernando , Ferreira Boo Carmen , Neira-Rodríguez Marta
Published: February 2025

Con el frenético avance de la inteligencia artificial (IA), se ponen de manifiesto las múltiples funcionalidades que esta puede tener en distintos sectores, incluida la producción de literatura infantil. Se pretende analizar cómo la IA promueve valores y representaciones de género en las narraciones creadas para la infancia. Mediante una metodología exploratoria y cualitativa, se contrastan las narrativas generadas por dos aplicaciones disponibles en la plataforma Product Hunter, que emplean IA, con cuatro modelos de Large Language Models, a partir de un mismo prompt. Los resultados muestran que la IA se configura como una herramienta poderosa para promover narrativas no sexistas e inclusivas y generar relatos para la infancia que desafíen estereotipos y promuevan representaciones diversas de género. No obstante, se concluye que se hace necesaria la colaboración entre desarrolladores de IA, especialistas en literatura infantil y estudiosos de género para formar una generación más consciente y tolerante con la diversidad.
Escritura independiente, lectura social y edición sin intermediarios: la autopublicación y las tensiones entre el campo editorial y el sistema literario
Authors: Toro Murillo Alejandra , Suárez-Giraldo Cristian
Published: February 2025

En este artículo se aborda la autopublicación como un fenómeno que, gracias a su auge, permite comprender el sistema literario bajo las nociones de autor independiente y de lectura social. A través del análisis de algunas cifras recientes sobre la autopublicación y del estudio de algunos conceptos clave, se propone que la autopublicación genera una superposición del campo editorial en el sistema literario en tres sentidos: 1) la desintermediación editorial acentúa un modelo de escritura digital, 2) limita el campo de la experimentación formal literaria en lo que respecta a la materialidad del libro, 3) diversifica los contenidos y experiencias disponibles para los lectores. Se concluye que, si bien la autopublicación presenta desafíos para el sector editorial tradicional y para los estudios literarios, es un hecho que ante las demandas culturales de consumo rápido y bajo un modelo de economía digital, estos productos evolucionan la relación escritor-lector, modifican la percepción del valor sobre los libros y promueven contenidos que estimulan la lectura en públicos jóvenes.
Metaficción en la literatura infantil argentina del siglo XX: el caso de “El perro sin terminar” y otros cuentos
Authors: Calabró Facundo
Published: February 2025

En el presente artículo estudiamos los aspectos metaficcionales del cuento “El perro sin terminar” de María Granata, autora argentina cuyos textos infantiles han sido escasamente abordados por la crítica académica. Para ello, nos valemos principalmente de la definición y el marco teórico de metaficción provisto por Patricia Waugh,así como del concepto de metalepsis desarrollado por Gérard Genette. Asimismo, incorporamos al análisis otros textos infantiles del periodo. Nuestra hipótesis indica que la metaficción se manifiesta en el cuento a través de 1) la apelación al motivo de los “mundos comunicantes”, 2) la puesta en escena del vínculo entre la obra ysu autor –encarnado por el niño– y 3) el tratamiento de la “paradoja creación-descripción”. Estos recursos sirven a los propósitos de defender el papel activo del niño lector y de ofrecer una mirada optimista acerca de las posibilidades del arte en un contexto de opresión estatal
Desvelando los Desafíos del Derecho a la Educación: Un Análisis de su Alcance y Compromisos
Authors: Santiago Dorantes Enrique Ariel
Published: February 2025

El presente artículo tiene como objetivo analizar los desafíos que enfrenta el derecho a la educación en el contexto actual, investigando su alcance y los compromisos asociados. Se busca así comprender las barreras que obstaculizan la plena realización de este derecho fundamental y proponen posibles estrategias para superarlas. Se sostiene que estos desafíos pueden variar según el contexto nacional y las características socioeconómicas de cada Estado pero, en general, requieren una atención cuidadosa y estratégica por parte de los actores involucrados en su promoción y protección; además, a través del método de análisis-síntesis, se identifican los principales desafíos para cumplir el objetivo de desarrollo sostenible (ODS 4) de la Agenda 2030. Finalmente, los resultados de este estudio revelan una serie de desafíos comunes, los cuales afectan el derecho a la educación en todo el mundo, incluyendo la falta de acceso equitativo, la baja calidad educativa, la exclusión de grupos marginados y la falta de relevancia de los contenidos educativos.
Uniendo fronteras: Cooperación internacional en la era global
Authors: Knight Soto Idarmis , Quintanilla  Chacón Manuel León , Dueñas Roque Diana  Milagros , Rabadán Zapata Pablo
Published: February 2025

Reconocer por los Estados el desarrollo progresivo de los derechos humanos como un bien internacional a proteger en la cooperación jurídica internacional, constituye el  objetivo de  este trabajo, demostrando a través del método análisis síntesis y jurídico doctrinal que las garantías para la agilización de los procedimientos de petición y entrega del individuo que ha traspasado fronteras  buscando impunidad por la comisión de un delito, o para cumplir una medida de  seguridad,  una  pena o para ser juzgado,  debe  realizarse con  seguridad jurídica.
La política pública del espacio público como instrumento económico: Una aproximación a los presupuestos constitucionales de los trabajadores informales y el derecho colectivo al espacio público
Authors: Galvis Andrés Mauricio
Published: February 2025

El presente artículo pretende evidenciar, analizar y presentar sugerencias en torno al tratamiento constitucional y legal que ha recibido la problemática de la vulneración de derechos fundamentales de los vendedores ambulantes, con procedimientos administrativos de recuperación del espacio público que se centran en la defensa del espacio público como derecho colectivo, artículos 63, 82 y 88 de la Constitución Política.
Para la protección de los derechos e intereses colectivos, la ley regula las acciones populares, con lo cual busca lograr estos objetivos: primero, desde un punto de vista constitucional, se presentarán las sub-reglas jurídicas que han sido proferidas para tratar el problema de la conculcación o vulneración de derechos fundamentales a los trabajadores informales en los procedimientos administrativos de recuperación del espacio público, con el fin de especificar cuáles han sido los cambios más significativos que se han presentado en esta protección y cuál es el estado de las cosas actuales de dicha protección.
En segundo lugar, se evidenciarán cuáles han sido las medidas adoptadas, mediante decretos distritales y políticas públicas relacionadas con la protección de los vendedores ambulantes, evidenciando que, a partir de la política distrital respecto de los vendedores informales, planteada por las administraciones distritales, se han proferido decretos que han creado situaciones de confianza legítima para el uso del espacio público y, desde el otro bando, se han creado decretos distritales acompañados de políticas públicas para usar y aprovechar la ciudadanía.
Entre la noche y la niebla de un crimen sin nombre: Análisis de la posverdad en los “falsos positivos”
Authors: Infante Becerra Claudia Marcela
Published: February 2025

Este artículo tiene como principal objetivo analizar los mecanismos de la posverdad en la Política de Defensa y Seguridad Democrática (PDSD), 2002-2008, y su incidencia en la ejecución de los crímenes conocidos como “falsos positivos” a través del Análisis Crítico del Discurso (ACD). Los mecanismos analizados son: la defactualización (Hannah Arendt), Síndrome Watergate (Steve Tesich) y las Fake news (Matthew D'´Ancona), revisados en intervenciones y discursos públicos de personas influyentes que deslegitimaron la gravedad de los asesinatos y afectaron el derecho a la verdad de las familias de las víctimas y de la sociedad colombiana. Igualmente, se hizo una comparación entre los once principios de la propaganda nazi, de Joseph Goebbels, y su aplicación al contexto previo y posterior a los “falsos positivos”, intentado demostrar que la PDSD se consideró una propaganda de guerra.
Expectativas y verdades de la Ley 2101 de 2021 en Colombia
Authors: Bernal Puerto Juan Carlos
Published: February 2025

La formación impartida a abogados, gerentes y líderes en la administración del talento humano se ha basado tradicionalmente en el cumplimiento de jornadas laborales definidas. Sin embargo, el derecho laboral ha demostrado ser dinámico y progresivo. En este contexto, Colombia ha sido uno de los países más rezagados en entender y adaptar los flujos y contraflujos del entorno laboral a las necesidades reales de los trabajadores, con el objetivo de mejorar la productividad y fortalecer las relaciones laborales. Este rezago se convirtió en tema de reformas, como la Ley 2101 de 2021, la cual motivó la realización de una investigación orientada a responder interrogantes clave: ¿qué sabemos sobre esta ley?, ¿qué deberíamos saber?, ¿qué roles tendrán los empleadores?, y ¿cuáles serán los derechos de los trabajadores en la implementación de la nueva jornada laboral?
En este camino investigativo, que busca establecer nuevos derechos bajo el marco de la Ley 2101, se adoptó una perspectiva crítica sobre el desarrollo de los contratos laborales en ciudades como Tunja. El propósito es identificar las falencias que surgirán con los cambios legislativos y cómo, desde la academia, se debe liderar la interpretación adecuada de la norma y el acompañamiento a los actores de la relación laboral, especialmente en el caso de los contratos especiales, que suelen quedar rezagados en los procesos de cambio normativo.
Evaluación de la implementación temprana de la política pública de Paz Total en Colombia, 2022-2024. Un análisis del componente de negociación
Authors: Valencia Germán
Published: February 2025

El 4 de noviembre de 2024 se cumplieron los primeros dos años de la Ley 2272 de 2022 o Ley de Seguridad Humana y Paz Total. Está norma se presentó para Colombia como la apuesta más ambiciosa, en el último medio siglo, en materia de política de paz. Usando el modelo de vida del ciclo de la política pública, en este texto se analiza la implementación del componente de negociación y sometimiento, y se describe cómo ha sido el proceso de aparición, formulación e implementación temprana de esta política. Una que, en sus primeros dos años, ha logrado involucrar a, por lo menos, 27 grupos armados organizados (GAO) en nueve procesos de paz iniciados; además, ha conseguido firmar múltiples acuerdos parciales, entre ellos, varios ceses al fuego. En este artículo se señalan los logros, pero también se concluye que esta política, a pesar de tener claro el objetivo –de avanzar con múltiples actores en la construcción de paz– no cuenta con los instrumentos e indicadores que le permiten a un analista de política, identificar y evaluar objetivos específicos, resultados parciales y tener claro el camino que debe seguir la Paz Total en los próximos años.
El Clan del Golfo: violencia y Paz Total
Authors: Villamizar Hernández Camilo Ernesto
Published: February 2025

El presente artículo tiene como objetivo caracterizar al grupo armado ilegal Clan del Golfo a partir de su estructura, modus operandi, impacto humanitario, métodos de financiación y desde allí evaluar las posibilidades de un sometimiento a la justicia o una negociación política que conlleve a su desmovilización. La investigación se realizó desde la historia del tiempo presente (HTP) a través revisión documental y técnicas de reconstrucción de memoria histórica, siendo la hipótesis central que el Clan del Golfo es un grupo armado organizado y cumple con los criterios del DIH para ser considerado parte del conflicto.
Empowering Post Partum Mothers Through Feeding Egg Whites to Acceleration of Perineum Wounds
Authors: Purwaningsih Yustina , Widya Hendrawati Gandes , Eko Hartanto Agung
Published: February 2025

Postpartum is the process of healing or restoring the reproductive organs after pregnancy and childbirth to return to their pre-pregnancy state. One of the recovery processes is the recovery of perineal wounds resulting from the birth process. This community service aims to improve the health of postpartum mothers and their families as well as empowering the abilities of postpartum mothers in the socio-economic field at the Ngrandu District Health Center. Ponorogo. The method used is to provide counseling, assistance and guidance to postpartum mothers for 6 months in 3 activities. The target of community service is 10 postpartum mothers. As a result of community service, 100% of postpartum mothers do not experience infections in perineal wounds, 60% of postpartum mothers have good knowledge about high protein diets and the remaining 40% have sufficient knowledge. It is hoped that the nutritional needs of postpartum mothers can be met by consuming foods high in protein to speed up wound healing.
Health Assistance on Meeting Basic Human Needs (Sleep Rest, Activity) For Quran Memorizing Female Students at PPTQ Muhammadiyah Bani Husein - Kalipepe Yosowilangun In 2023
Authors: Abidin Zainal , Dwi Rizeki Fibriansari  , Anggia Astuti  , Halimatus Sa’diyah  , Putri Zakiah Aiz
Published: February 2025

The health mentoring activity on fulfilling basic human needs (sleep and activity) for Quran Tahfidz students at PPTQ Muhammadiyah Bani Husein - Kalipepe, Yosowilangun, was conducted to increase participants' knowledge and awareness about the importance of adequate sleep, physical activity, and the use of herbal remedies as natural solutions. This activity consisted of an initial assessment (pre-test), material presentation, and a final assessment (post-test). The pre-test results showed that most participants had limited knowledge about basic human needs. After presenting the material using interactive lectures and media such as PowerPoint and X Banners, the post-test results indicated a significant increase in participants' understanding. The material covered the importance of adequate sleep, physical activity, and herbs that can be used to address sleep disorders, such as pandan, lavender, jasmine, ginseng, nutmeg, and green tea. This knowledge improvement aligns with Maslow's theory on fulfilling basic physiological needs. The results of this activity demonstrate that health education conducted with appropriate methods and supported by effective media can positively impact the increase of knowledge and community health. The authors thank the parties who supported this activity and declare no conflict of interest in the implementation of this community service activity.
 
**Keywords:** health mentoring, basic human needs, sleep, activity, herbal remedies, PPTQ Muhammadiyah Bani Husein
Enhancing Early Childhood Health Through Clean and Healthy Living Behavior (PHBS) Education Using the Drill Method In The Rubiq Program
Authors: Kemal Al Varazy  , Icha Raisa Nurhadi  , Galang Prasanjaya  , Ida Zuhroidah
Published: February 2025

The program called Rumah Belajar Asiq (RUBIQ) aims to improve the health of young children through education on Clean and Healthy Living Behavior (PHBS) using the drill method. This activity was carried out by the KKN 241 University of Jember Group at RA Al-Hikmah and PAUD Bendera Bangsa. The drill method is applied to teach practical skills, such as washing hands and brushing teeth properly. The results of this activity showed significant improvements in children's understanding and skills, with an average score increase of 30% for washing hands and 40% for brushing teeth. The drill method has proven to be effective in increasing children's knowledge and skills and forming healthy habits from an early age, which contributes to improving the quality of public health.
GOSIP URIP: Information and Promotion System as a Support to Improve the Implementation of Orientation for New Inpatients in the Treatment Room at Kaliwates General Hospital, Jember Regency
Authors: Kurniawan Denny Rifki , Wijaya Dodi , Wiwin Sri Niscahya Wati
Published: February 2025

New patient orientation is the process of accepting new patients and their families when new patients come for the first time. At the time of receiving new patients, it was conveyed about room orientation, treatment, medical, room order. From the results of the researcher's observations, nurses have not yet carried out the orientation of new inpatients. Because there are no guidelines and operational standards for procedures, flows and instruments. The new patient orientation aims to foster a relationship of mutual trust and initial information related to the nursing process, as well as room facilities, inpatient rooms and hospital procedures. Therefore, this community service activity is in the form of the GOSIP URIP program (New Inpatient Patient Orientation Movement). The innovation of this program consists of several innovations, namely the creation of guidelines, standard operating procedures, flows, and,instruments
Application of Deep Breathing Relaxation Therapy as an Effort to Overcome Anxiety and Stress in the Community of RW 11 in Gebang sub-district, Patrang District, Jember
Authors: Aisyah Itsna , Natsha Laurensia , Hukmiyah Masulyatuk , Kurniyawan Enggal Hadi , Dewi Erti Ikhtiarini , Fitria Yeni , Deviantony Fitrio
Published: February 2025

The World Health Organization stated that stress can be a primary threat to human mental health. Stress can contribute 50%-70% to the emergence of metabolic and hormonal diseases, hypertension, cancer, infections, cardiovascular diseases, skin diseases and so on. Stress involves transactions between individuals and the outside world. Stress is a response that arises if an individual assesses the event as stressful in terms of testing the ability to control the stressor and the subjective experience of stress. One way to improve psychological well-being is relaxation technique therapy. This method of community service activities is carried out by providing stress management health education and progressive muscle relaxation training to the community. This activity was guided by professional nursing students and there were additional media posters for stress management and progressive muscle relaxation to help people practice independently. The result of this activity is that the people who take part become more relaxed and anxious
Announcement of Consensus Conference on Definitions of Artificial Intelligence for the Next Generation of Surgeons
Authors: Gumbs Andrew A. , Grasso S. Vincent , Chouillard Elie , Croner Roland , Dagher Ibrahim , Spolverato Gaya , Frigerio Isabella , Milone Luca , Khalpey Zain , Rashidian Niki , Messaoudi Nouredin , Rawicz-Pruszyński Karol , Abu Hilal Mohammad , Diana Michele
Published: February 2025

This editorial announces the need for a consensus conference on definitions of surgical nomenclature, which is evolving due to the introduction of non-human (hardware, software) devices and applications, including robotics. A recently created entity, the Artificial Intelligence Organization for Next Generation Surgeons (AIONS), comprised primarily of AIS editorial board members, has proposed updated definitions on the following terms: surgery, endoluminal surgery, percutaneous surgery, robots, robotic-assisted surgery (RAS), remote surgery, artificial intelligence surgery (AIS), robotic surgery, surgomics, non-invasive surgery. These definitions will be discussed during a Consensus Conference on Definitions of Artificial Intelligence, Surgery, Surgomics and Robotics, which is scheduled for February 12, 2025.
Morphological Study of Surface Magnetic Minerals, Case Study of North Banjarmasin Settlement Areas
Authors: Sudarningsih Sudarningsih , Fahruddin Fahruddin , Manik Tetti Novalina , Dzikri Dzikri
Published: February 2025

We have conducted research to identify the morphology of magnetic minerals from the land in the Banjarmasin regional settlement area. We used scanning electron microscopy and energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (SEM EDS) on the soil sample to look at the shape of its magnetic minerals. In nature, magnetic minerals can indicate the presence of heavy metals. The shape of a magnetic mineral can reveal its origin in either the litogenic or anthropogenic processes. There were mostly pseudo-single domain grains (3.29–10 m) and multidomain grains (> 10–134.69 m) in the study area. The multidomain grains came in the shapes of sperules, irregulars, angles, and prisms. These results indicate that in the residential land location there are magnetic mineral grains originating from litogenic and anthropogenic processes.
Spatiotemporal Analysis of B-Value at Mount Slamet (2014–2023)
Authors: Maulita Ika , Sugito Sugito , Boli Lusia Silfia Pulo
Published: February 2025

This study investigates the spatial and temporal distribution of b-values at Mount Slamet, one of Indonesia’s most active volcanoes, during its eruption activities from 2014 to 2023. The primary objective is to explore how variations in b-values correlate with stress conditions and volcanic activity, providing insights into eruption forecasting. Seismic data were sourced from USGS, BMKG, and local networks and analyzed using ZMAP and MATLAB to calculate b-values, assess magnitude completeness, and perform spatial and temporal analyses. Results reveal notable spatial variability: higher b-values in the northern and northeastern regions indicate lower stress levels, while lower b-values in the southwestern region suggest elevated stress concentrations. These spatial patterns align with geological features, highlighting zones of intense tectonic and magmatic interactions. Temporally, b-values consistently declined before major eruptions in 2017 and 2020, reflecting increased stress and larger seismic events. Post-eruption, b-values rose, indicating stress reduction and stabilization of the volcanic system. These findings underscore the value of b-value monitoring as an effective tool for eruption forecasting. The observed spatial and temporal trends offer critical insights into Mount Slamet’s evolving stress conditions, aiding disaster preparedness and risk mitigation strategies for local communities. The study highlights the importance of continuous seismic monitoring combined with advanced analytical techniques to enhance the predictive capabilities of volcanic hazard assessments. Future research should integrate additional geophysical parameters, refine predictive models, and extend analyses to similar volcanic settings to improve global understanding of volcanic processes and enhance early warning systems.
Analysis of Hypocenter Position of Bengkulu Earthquake on April 15, 2023 Using 2D and 3D Grid Search Method Based on USGS Data
Authors: Sidik Firdos Bahar , Khumairo Savira Zahrul , Pangestu Farizki Budi , Sakinah Triya Illmi , Febrian Muhamad Raihan Putra , Laksono Risaldi Fauzan , Nasution Jihan Syafina
Published: February 2025

Earthquakes are natural events that can have serious impacts on human life and the environment. This study aims to improve the accuracy of earthquake hypocenter determination by applying the 2D dan 3D Grid Search method to seismic data recorded by three stations in the Bengkulu area, Indonesia. The analysis process begins with P and S wave phase picking using seismograv software, followed by origin time determination using the Wadati diagram method. The 2D dan 3D Grid Search method was used to calculate the position of the earthquake hypocenter by dividing the search area into grids and searching for the smallest RMS value. The results of the relocation calculation obtained the hypocenter point of the earthquake at latitude 4.50°N, longitude 76.0340°W with a depth of 60 km. Although there are differences with USGS data, the level of agreement of the calculation results is relatively high. This research contributes to further understanding of earthquakes in the study area and can be the basis for improving disaster mitigation.
Classical Insights, Contemporary Relevance: Understanding Tafsīr bi-al-Maʾthūr in Qurʾānic Studies
Authors: Hasan Md. Mahdi , Ahmad Choirul , Islam Md. Rafiqul
Published: February 2025

This paper explores tafsīr bi-al-maʾthūr, or tradition-based Qurʾānic exegesis, examining its core elements, interpretive diversity, and relevance in both historical and contemporary contexts. Defined by reliance on the Qurʾān itself, prophetic traditions, and the interpretations of the Companions and Successors, tafsīr bi-al-maʾthūr is foundational in Islamic scholarship for preserving original meanings of the Qurʾān. However, its dependence on early sources raises questions about its adaptability to current ethical, legal, and social issues within Muslim communities. Through a qualitative analysis, this study investigates primary interpretative methods within tafsīr bi-al-maʾthūr, including tafsīr al-Qurʾān bi-l-Qurʾān, tafsīr bi-l-ḥadīth, and interpretations by the Companions and Successors. The paper reveals how tafsīr bi-al-maʾthūr maintains Qurʾānic authenticity while offering insights into its potential relevance for contemporary applications. This study contributes to Qurʾānic studies by affirming tafsīr bi-al-maʾthūr as both a resilient and adaptable approach, balancing fidelity to foundational texts with interpretive flexibility in modern Islamic discourse.
La ley del padre: la figura del progenitor en el cine mexicano como base del ritual familiar
Authors: Medina Ávila Virginia
Published: February 2025

Pese a los avances en equidad de género, la figura paterna continúa siendo la base de los rituales de los núcleos familiares reflejados en las producciones del cine mexicano desde la llamada época de oro. Con el objetivo de repensar los rituales al exterior de la cinematografía, el presente texto decodifica la figura paterna de ese momento histórico desde una perspectiva hermenéutica, para comprender sus implicaciones en la actualidad, así como los componentes audiovisuales y discursivos que la ratifican como pilar de la estructura más importante que da forma a la identidad de los individuos: la familia y cómo éstos permean de manera negativa los avances en términos de equidad de género.
Examining MC Edo Pikin’s Art and Social Media Theatre Persona as Prototype for Sustainable Living through Creativepreneurship
Authors: Osakue Stevenson Omoera  , Divine Sheriff Uchenna Joe
Published: February 2025

The growing indices of poverty in Africa are alarming, thus necessitating an increased quest for creative means to change the tide. Adopting the Creative Imitation Theory (CIT), the study uses historicocritical, content analysis, key person interview (KPI) and direct observation methods to investigate the potential of harnessing creativepreneurship among youths in job or wealth creation and self-empowerment. The researchers use a Nigerian comedian and social media celebrity, MC Edo Pikin as a case study.  The article analyses how social media could be leveraged by a creative artist for self-realization, social impact and economic emancipation. It unpacks how MC Edo Pikin through the instrumentality of his art as a skit-maker cum comedian, satirizes emerging socio-political, socio-economic, and socio-cultural issues in Nigeria, yet maximizes motifs, creative branding, and innovation for entertainment and economic empowerment. The study argues that by embracing creativepreneurship by Nigerian and African youths, a route to exiting excruciating poverty would have been found and sustained outside waiting for a 'government job' remit. However, the study identifies possible limitations to the actualization of creativepreneurship, including a wrong application of creativity, non-commitment to personal skills development, inconsistency of vision, and lack of or/non-implementation of clear policy directions for the cultural and creative industries (CCIs) in Nigeria. Given this, the study suggests that a well-articulated interface between social media and creativepreneurship offers a realistic alternative to human capital development, revenue generation, sustainable living, and poverty eradication.
Mapping the language-in-identity configuration in Hong Kong today
Authors: GUO Yufei
Published: February 2025

This study explores the cognitive mechanisms through which language is progressively engaged in the flow of identity construction under power relations, based on an empirical study on Hong Kong’s media discourse from 2017 to 2022. Drawing on the concepts of collective identity and indexicality, we analyze the indexical meanings of Cantonese, Putonghua, Simplified Chinese characters and Traditional Chinese characters, uncovering four modalities within Hong Kong’s language-in-identity landscape amid changing sociopolitical conditions. The findings highlight the nuances and dynamics of Hong Kong’s language-in-identity process: while Putonghua and simplified characters are commonly associated with resistance identity against Mainland China, there is a notable trend of Putonghua being increasingly linked to national identity. Furthermore, Cantonese and traditional characters carry identity connotations at local, regional and national levels, setting the stage for their further exploitation in conscious or unconscious identity work for various purposes. In terms of theoretical contributions to the broader fields of language and identity research, this study demonstrates that a “successful” integration of language issues into identity work relies heavily on reprocessing certain language ideologies that are already embedded within the society in question.
Influenza A(H5N1) Viruses Isolated From Dairy Cattle Demonstrate High Virulence in Laboratory Models, but Retain Avian Virus-like Properties
Authors: Webby Richard , Fabrizio Thomas , Kandeil Ahmed , Harrington Walter , Jones Jeremy , Jeevan Trushar , Andreev Konstantin , seiler Jon , Fogo Jonathan , Davis Morgan , Crumpton Jeri-Carol , Franks John , DeBeauchamp Jennifer , Vogel Peter , Daniels C. Scanlon , Poulson Rebecca , Bowman Andrew , Govorkova Elena
Published: February 2025

In March 2024, clade 2.3.4.4b highly pathogenic avian influenza A(H5N1) viruses were first detected in U.S. dairy cattle. Similar viruses have since caused 66 zoonotic human infections. To assess changes to zoonotic potential, we characterized A(H5N1) clade 2.3.4.4b viruses isolated from cows’ milk and birds. Bovine-derived viruses were lethal in mice and ferrets and transmitted to direct but not airborne contact ferrets. All viruses replicated in human bronchial epithelial cells despite preferentially binding avian virus-like receptors. The bovine-derived viruses remained susceptible to FDA-approved antivirals and were neutralized by sera from ferrets vaccinated with WHO CVVs or humans vaccinated with clade 2.3.4.4c vaccine. While 2.3.4.4b viruses induce severe disease in mammalian models, they retain many avian virus-like characteristics. Combined, we conclude that the risk of contemporary bovine-derived viruses to humans not in contact with affected animals is low. However, heightened vigilance remains essential to promptly detect and respond to any changes.
Asymmetric Morphodynamics of the Wadden Sea
Authors: Leiva Diego Pineda , Lorenz Marvin , Kösters Frank , Winter Christian , Lepper Robert
Published: February 2025

Shallow coastal systems with tidal flats and barrier islands are valuable assets to coastal protection and unique habitats for thriving biodiversity. Sea level rise threatens to diminish these systems unless sediment accretion compensates submergence. To quantify dynamics, an observed geomorphologic time-series was created and assessed over three decades for the world’s largest channel-shoal system, the Wadden Sea. We found that (i) accretion-erosion was asymmetric from deep to shallow, (ii) noteworthy topographic steepening occurred, and (iii) the morphological evolution was systematic across tidal basins. Peak accretion was observed below the tidal low and above tidal high water, while the greatest erosion was found at intermediate subtidal elevations. Most intertidal areas accreted proportional or faster than sea level rise and accretion was prominent at the channel-flat and flat-marsh interfaces. The simultaneous deepening of tidal channels leads to topographic steepening. Overall, the current net sediment import of the Wadden Sea is 19.7 Mm³/yr.
HIF1α Integrates Lipogenic FASN and Glycolytic GLUT3 to Overcome intratumor Oxidative and Hypoxic Stress for Colorectal Cancer Metastasis
Authors: Wang Yunyi , Wei Yuanyi , Bailey Christopher , Peng Gong , Zhang Peng , Wang Yin , Liu Yan
Published: February 2025

Background
Colorectal carcinoma (CRC) is the third most prevalent cancer worldwide and a leading cause of cancer-related mortality, primarily due to its high propensity for metastasis. Despite therapeutic advancements, the molecular mechanisms by which intratumor hypoxia and oxidative stress contribute to malignancy remain poorly understood.
Methods
Gene expression profiles were analyzed across various stages of CRC (T1–T4) and metastatic CRC (mCRC). The role of hypoxia-inducible factor 1 alpha (HIF1α) was investigated in CRC cell lines and in vivo models to evaluate its impact on local tumor growth and lung metastasis. Mechanistic studies focused on HIF1α-mediated regulation of fatty acid synthase (FASN) and GLUT3 in the tumor microenvironment to promote CRC distant metastasis. Therapeutic targeting of HIF1α was assessed using echinomycin encapsulated in lipid nanoparticles.
Results
HIF1α was identified as a critical regulator enabling tumors to overcome intratumoral stress and proliferate in hypoxic regions. Activation of the IGF1/Insulin-AKT-mTOR pathway led to HIF1α accumulation, which, in turn, upregulated FASN and GLUT3 expression, mitigating oxidative and hypoxic stress. Elevated HIF1α levels were positively correlated with increased NRF2 activity in CRC cells, contributing to malignancy and metastatic potential. Targeting the HIF1α-FASN/GLUT3 axis with echinomycin-loaded lipid nanoparticles effectively inhibited tumor growth and abrogated lung metastases in preclinical models.
Conclusions
The IGF1/Insulin-HIF1α-FASN/GLUT3 signaling axis is a key driver of CRC progression and lung metastasis by counteracting oxidative stress and hypoxia. Therapeutic inhibition of HIF1α offers promising potential for mitigating CRC malignancy and preventing metastasis.
Machine learning assisted interfacial catalysis of metal-oxide nanocatalysts in CO2 hydrogenation
Authors: Zhang Zhenhua , Ren Dandan , Hong Mei , Li Ruiying , Zhou Yuwei , Li Chenke , Ding Jieqiong , Wang Fei , Liu Xingchen , Huang Weixin , Wen Xiao-Dong
Published: February 2025

Understanding the structure-property relationship is of pivotal importance for the rational design of efficient solid catalysts, while this process is seriously blocked by their structural complexity. Here, we have developed a machine learning (ML) assisted strategy to deeply decouple the interfacial catalysis of metal-oxide nanocatalysts in CO2 hydrogenation by combining experimental and theoretical results with ML algorithm. Using representative Pd/CeO2 catalysts selected on basis of an experimental data-driven ML model, the matched experimental and ML-predicted results demonstrate that, besides surface oxygen vacancies of the support that are responsible for the adsorption and activation of CO2, the catalytic activity and CO selectivity are determined by the H spillover and hydrogenation properties and the binding strength of CO intermediate, respectively, both tightly relevant to the nature of supported metals. Further feature-importance analysis indicates that the d states’ center of supported metals, associated with the intrinsic nature of metal atoms and the metal-support interactions, acts as the most important factor governing the catalytic performance. This work greatly deepens the fundamental understanding of metal-oxide NCs in CO2 hydrogenation and innovatively pens up a new paradigm for catalytically fundamental studies to unravel the complex nature of heterogeneous catalysis.
Bidirectional EV Charging Allows Deep Decarbonisation of the UK Residential Sector
Authors: Berkes Anaïs , Reiner David , Keshav Srinivasan
Published: February 2025

Charging an electric vehicle (EV) from a residential solar photovoltaic (PV) system, aided by the EV being parked at home for some or all of the time, substantially reduces a household's monthly electricity bill, its cost for an energy storage system, and its CO2 emissions. These benefits improve dramatically with bidirectional charging, where the EV is allowed to discharge electrical energy. We find that, at the household-level, each individual element significantly reduces both costs and emissions and their simultaneous adoption has substantial additional benefits. For example, a household with a PV system and an electric vehicle used only for occasional commutes emits up to 66% less CO2 than a household that has neither. At the national level, 90% adoption of bidirectional residential EV charging could reduce the UK's CO2 emissions by nearly 55%. Therefore, we urge policymakers and regulators to encourage the rapid adoption of bidirectional EV charging from residential solar PV.
Evolutionary Algorithms for Physician Scheduling Problem with Emphasis on Workload Balancing
Authors: Yakoubi Ghada , Ahabchane Chahid , Layeb Safa Bhar
Published: February 2025

Disruptions coupled with unpredictable patient arrival rates create a stressful work environment for physicians, potentially leading to negative outcomes such as burnout and turnover, making it essential to manage physicians' workloads effectively to ensure better working conditions and enhanced patient safety. This study tackled the physician scheduling problem, where workload balance was the key challenge and aiming to distribute shifts among physicians equitably. By integrating evolutionary algorithms with local search techniques, the goal is to improve the working conditions and reduce stress among physicians.
A comparative study, with experiments conducted on a real-life case study within a public hospital in Canada, was performed to evaluate the effect of workload balance and fairness on patient care where different scenarios were tackled. This study highlights the importance of prioritizing both workload balance and fairness in emergency departments, demonstrating their positive impact on physician well-being without negatively affecting the number of untreated patients.
Predictive Factors for Preterm Birth by the Evaluation of Uterine Cervical Stiffness During Pregnancy Using Shear Wave Elastography
Authors: George Reeba , Rehman Anam , Ashraf Ramsha , Khan Nishmal Umer , Fatima Areej , Ali Babar , Akilimali Aymar , Nadeem Zonaina , Hanan Abdul , Naeem Muhammad
Published: February 2025

Background and Aims: The uterine cervix plays a crucial role in ensuring a pregnancy reaches full term for the complete development of the fetus. However, as pregnancy nears its end, the cervix undergoes significant softening, shortening, and dilation to facilitate delivery. Spontaneous preterm birth, the leading cause of death in children under 5 globally, can occur through various pathways, all converging on premature changes in the cervix as the final common step leading to delivery.
Methods: This cross-sectional analytical study was conducted in the Radiology Department of Chaudhry Muhammad Akram Teaching and Research Hospital, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. The sample size comprised 111 participants, selected through probability sampling. The study focused on pregnant females aged 18 to 40. The inclusion criteria encompassed pregnant women within the specified age range, while exclusion criteria involved uncooperative patients and females presenting with other pathologies. The ECHOSENS FibroScan 402 Sono elastography machine, equipped with a probe frequency range of 3 to 12 MHz for both Transabdominal and Transvaginal assessments, was employed for data collection. This comprehensive methodology aimed to systematically investigate and analyze uterine cervical stiffness during pregnancy using advanced elastography technology.
Results: Our study involved 111 participants, with an average age of 29.6 years and a median parity of 2. Examining the cervical characteristics, we found that the mean cervical length was 35.1 mm with a standard deviation of 8.2 mm, while the mean Shearwave Elastography was 2.3 kPa with a standard deviation of 0.6 kPa. Drawing from our sample of 111 observations, a robust correlation analysis revealed a compelling relationship between Cervical Length and Shearwave Elastography. The correlation coefficient of .557, coupled with a highly significant p-value of .000, underscores a strong and consistent monotonic trend.
Conclusion: In conclusion, our study reinforces the clinical significance of elastography ultrasound in assessing cervical stiffness during pregnancy.
Current Oceanic CO2 Uptake: The Priming Effect of the Marine Carbon Pumps
Authors: Koeve Wolfgang , Landolfi Angela , Oschlies Andreas , Frenger Ivy
Published: February 2025

The impact of marine biological carbon pumps (BCPs) on atmospheric pCO2 (pCO2atm) is considered to be very important in the context of long-term climate swings (e.g. glacial-interglacial). However, under the current climate change transient their impact is considered low and difficult to detect, being masked by the massive invasion of anthropogenic CO2 (Canth) into the ocean. Here we show and quantify how BCPs prime the ocean for a significantly elevated Canth uptake, compared to a hypothetically abiotic ocean, through their control on the preindustrial CO2-buffer capacity. Using an Earth System model of intermediate complexity, run in model variants where individual marine carbon pumps have been turned off, we find strong and opposing effects from the soft-tissue (+194 Pg) and the CaCO3 counter pumps (-61 Pg) on Canth uptake between years 1765 and 2100 for a high emission scenario. This “priming effect” from both pumps combined is +130 Pg C, i.e. a 24% share of the net CO2 uptake (541 Pg C), which is larger than the priming effect of the solubility pump (+93 Pg C). We further quantify the impact of marine carbon pumps on marine carbon-climate feedbacks. In total, marine carbon-climate feedbacks reduce the marine carbon sink, compared with the gross Canth uptake of an ocean without climate change. Biological carbon pumps (soft tissue + CaCO3 counter pump), however, dampen the magnitude of carbon-climate feedbacks by 30 Pg C over the simulation period, while the solubility pump enhances it by about 20 Pg C. Overall, an ocean without marine carbon pumps would take up considerably less anthropogenic CO2 (- 222 Pg C) until year 2100 under a high emission scenario. On top of this, such an ocean would show stronger carbon-climate feedback, i.e. being more sensitive to climate change, it would respond with stronger CO2-release to warming and circulation changes.
Decoding Workplace Stress: A Comprehensive Analysis of Demographic Correlations, Occupational Dynamics, and Intervention Strategies
Authors: Alfahed Ousama Bakri , Arif Samir Ibrahim , El-Malky  , Binsaeed Mohammad Abdulrahman , Alhawti Waad majed , Yustianingsih Miya , Amer Yasser Sami
Published: February 2025

Background
Workplace stress strongly affects employee well-being and organizational performance in high-stakes fields such as health care. The implementation of successful therapies depends on an awareness of the elements causing stress, including demographic elements and occupational traits. Focusing on age, job position, and employment length, this study examined the frequency and factors of workplace stress among King Saud University Medical Centre staff members.
Objectives
The main goal of this study was to assess the distribution of occupational stress levels among employees and identify important demographic and occupational correlates of stress. This research aimed to offer practical information to enhance occupational health campaigns and create a conducive workplace.
Methods
A total of 450 King Saud University Medical Centre staff members completed a cross-sectional survey. Using a standard scoring system, the survey evaluated stress levels and compiled demographic information such as age, job title, and employment duration. Low (0–3 points), moderate (4–9 points), and high (10–20 points) stress levels were assigned categories. Descriptive statistics were used to compile the information, and chi-square tests were used to assess the relationships between demographic factors and stress levels.
Results
While 41.3% of the individuals reported moderate stress, 7.3% experienced high stress, and most reported low stress—51.3%. Age and stress level were strongly correlated (p = 0.004; employees between the ages of 26 and 40 were most sensitive to both moderate and severe stress). With respect to stress (p = 0.001), employment duration also exhibited a notable correlation, indicating that younger workers were more stressed than were their more experienced colleagues. While employment status did not indicate statistically significant stress variation (p = 0.179), nurses accounted for the largest group experiencing various stress levels.
Conclusion
The results draw attention to important stress patterns, especially for nurses, younger workers, and mid-career professionals. It is essential to address these pressures by means of customized interventions, such as mentoring programs, supportive supervision, and systemic organizational reforms. The King Saud University Medical Centre can improve employee well-being and service quality by means of a strong workforce, therefore creating a better and more efficient workplace. Future research should include more professional group representations to enhance knowledge and guide focused initiatives.