bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Optimizing surgical approaches for lacrimal gland adenoid cystic carcinoma to minimize cross-organ invasion
Authors:   Department of Ophthalmology, Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100027, China; Gies College of Business, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Champaign, IL 61820, United States, Ma Ming-Shen , Luan Fu-Xiao ,   Department of Ophthalmology, Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100027, China, Li Jing ,   Department of Ocular Oncology, Beijing Tongren Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100005, China, Wang Nan ,   Department of Ocular Oncology, Beijing Tongren Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100005, China, Tao Yong ,   Department of Ophthalmology, Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100027, China, Ma Jian-Min ,   Department of Ocular Oncology, Beijing Tongren Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100005, China
Published: September 2024

AIM: To evaluate the outcomes of eye-sparing surgery for lacrimal gland adenoid cystic carcinoma and the impact on tumor recurrence and orbital integrity.
METHODS: The study enrolled four patients with recurrent lacrimal gland adenoid cystic carcinoma. The outcome focused on the relevance of the integrity of the lateral orbital wall to the occurrence of extraorbital metastasis in the local recurrence of lacrimal gland adenoid cystic carcinoma.
RESULTS: Three patients underwent eye-sparing surgery via lateral orbitotomy without postoperative radiotherapy, and one patient who underwent eye-sparing surgery via sub-brow approach. These four patients all demonstrated a recurrence involving the invasion of extraorbital tissues as metastatic form through surgical bone seams.
CONCLUSION: Preserving intact orbital bone tissue is crucial for mitigating direct cross-organ metastasis of lacrimal gland adenoid cystic carcinoma. The findings suggest avoiding the lateral orbitotomy approach with no or limited orbital bone wall invasion.
A caracterização das melhores práticas no setor energético à luz do princípio pró-pessoa e dos princípios orientadores sobre empresas e direitos humanos
Authors: López Cezar Dante Arredondo
Published: September 2024

Este ensaio pretende contribuir para a discussão sobre os direitos humanos como limites e contrapesos às atividades empresariais. As melhores práticas, sendo obrigatórias, precisam ser caracterizadas em cada caso pelos tribunais ou árbitros, como ocorreu após o derramamento de petróleo do Deepwater Horizon. A reforma, que também abrangeu o setor de produção de energia elétrica, teve o efeito de abrir a indústria energética ao investimento privado nacional e estrangeiro. Essa abertura, para ser atraente, teve que levar em consideração os padrões globais do setor e emular os ordenamentos jurídicos, mais avançados, de países produtores com mais experiência na regulamentação da indústria de hidrocarbonetos aberta ao investimento privado estrangeiro e à livre concorrência. Essas melhores práticas são aplicáveis de forma direta a atores estatais e privados, nacionais e estrangeiros.
Zastosowanie nowych technologii w analizie niepłynności wypowiedzi najstarszego pokolenia użytkowników polszczyzny (na przykładzie autokorekt)
Authors: Majewska-Tworek Anna
Published: September 2024

Rozwój nowych technologii ma niezaprzeczalny wpływ na rozwój badań mówionej odmiany języka. W tekście wskazuje się wartość zastosowania nowych technologii w badaniu wypowiedzi mówionej. Cyfrowe programy do anotacji mowy umożliwiły stawianie nowych pytań badawczych, a także szybki rozwój odrębnej metodologii opisu danych mówionych. Rozwój językoznawstwa korpusowego umożliwił z kolei gromadzenie i archiwizację danych mówionych według standardów, które zapewniają zrównoważony i odpowiednio obszerny materiał badawczy. W tekście przedstawiono również mały fragment danych mówionych uzyskanych i opracowanych w programie cyfrowym. Jest to wstępna analiza w ramach projektu poświęconego wyznacznikom wypowiedzi osób tzw. późnej dorosłości, wyróżniających się zdrowym starzeniem.
Social Distancing in an Interactive Approach: A Typology and Functions of Visual Representations of the Concept
Authors: Karwatowska Małgorzata , Głażewska Ewa
Published: September 2024

The aim of the article is to analyze visual representations of the concept of social distancing on the basis of material retrieved from the Internet. The examples cited in the text primarily refer to verbal expressions and nonverbal signs operating in English-speaking countries. In the first part, we will introduce the reader to the broader context of the COVID-19 pandemic, which significantly changed the meaning of the term social distancing. In the next part, we draw on the theoretical work of Erving Goffman and analyze the practice of maintaining social distancing as a kind of interaction ritual. In the third part, we will place the concept of social distancing within the framework of Edward T. Hall’s proxemic research. The final section of our discussion will analyze visual images referring to social distancing featured on COVID masks and other artifacts. We also propose our own typology of these visual representations of social distancing and the functions they serve.
Students’ Multilingual Experiences With Online Machine Translation: Implications for General Language Use
Authors: Klimkowska Katarzyna , Klimkowski Konrad
Published: September 2024

This article discusses how online machine translators (OMT) can influence the way people use general language or languages. The latter distinction has to do with the fact that contemporary lifestyles turn language users into plurilingual communicators. Online shopping, travelling abroad or social media often require at least some degree of plurilingual text mediation skills. Irrespective of foreign language competences, a lot of plurilingual communicators seek OMT support in making sure their messaging with international partners is correct and effective. The article discusses research results concerning how a selected group of BA and MA students in education use machine translation for day-to-day plurilingual communication tasks. We asked them about the relation between machine translation, language learning and language use. We give some insight into the machine translation engine DeepL Translator, which can effectively be used in support of plurilingual text mediation. The article also contains basic educational implications for why and how to make OMT part of foreign language curricula.
«УКРОКУЛІ» – слова як протидія російськимтехнологіям моделювання неправди (на матеріалі українських словників нових слів і значень)
Authors: Kosmeda Tatyana
Published: September 2024

У цій статті продемонстровано можливості лінгвокреативності українців щодо моделювання протидії російській пропаганді, ідеологійним міфологемам на основі створення відповідної антипропаганди, антиманіпулем, системи аксіологійно маркованих смислів із метою розвінчення, дискредитації ворожих псевдотеорій. Засобами цієї протидії є неологізми, оказіоналізми, словотворення (продуктивні – типи морфологічного способу та способу складання – та непродуктивні – злиття – способи, запозичення – калькування, макаронізація та варваризація), виразна сполучуваність, система тропів і фігур, своєрідна орнаменталіка, феномен прецедентності, порушення мовної норми, зокрема орфографічно-графічної, моделювання яких ґрунтується на актуалізації ідеологійної мовної гри. Наслідок такої лінгвокреативності – семантико-прагматичні креативні смисли, конотації іронійної, зневажливої, саркастичної, презирливої, глузливої тональностей, вербалізація почуттів та емоцій, вияв експресії. Словесні технології антиманіпуляцій як протидії маніпулятивним стратегіям ворога загалом спроєктовані на формування стратегічно зумовленого семантичного і прагматичного зсуву, створення розпізнавальних знаків ідеї, що існує всередині української лінгвокультури, українського соціуму і сприймається як своя (національна), що протиставляється чужій, ворожій. Лінгвокреативність українців полягає в перепрогамуванні ворожих ідей, смислів, значень та їх профанації.
Artificial Intelligence Tools in Academic Writing Instruction: Exploring the Potential of On-Demand AI Assistance in the Writing Process
Authors: Krajka Jarosław , Olszak Izabela
Published: September 2024

This paper deals with the implementation of artificial intelligence tools in the process of teaching writing for academic purposes. The aims of this scientific study were to verify the practicability of implementation of selected artificial intelligence tools at the C1+/C2 level in university instruction and to gain insight into the attitudes and changes in preferences for use of AI-enhanced writing tools. The analyses were also focused on investigating the extent to which students take advantage of the potential of interaction with artificial intelligence tools in the process of composing academic texts. The research material was collected through a one-group quasi-experimental treatment in an undergraduate applied linguistics group of students. The obtained results indicate a significant increase in the use of and familiarity with artificial intelligence and the tools that apply AI algorithms to support
text processing and production. The statements of the respondents prove that AI-assisted tools themselves and the knowledge how to apply them in the academic writing process remain vital and constitute a significantly useful element in the development of writing competence.
An Approach to Implementing the Batch Layer in an Energy Management System
Authors: Marinov Milko
Published: September 2024

Recently, Energy Management Systems (EMS) have become more integrated and created higher demand of big data processing, thus challenging the real time analysis based on big data technologies. Marz’s Lambda architecture is used for solving problems with querying high amounts of petabyte data. In relation to this, this article presents the Lambda architecture of a particular EMS. The quick and inaccurate results received from the speed layer are replaced by the more precise results of the batch layer. With reference to this, the author proposes a realization of the batch layer based on Hadoop MapReduce technology.
Prediction Process in Multi-Agent System Online Monitoring: Centralized and Distributed Approaches
Authors: Houhamdi Zina
Published: September 2024

This paper discusses the prediction process, which is the main step of the online monitoring process for a multi-agent plan. The monitoring process uses a relational model to estimate the internal status of the system, which is dynamic (changes over time). Unfortunately, the agents have partial observability of the environment; thus, the monitoring process cannot accurately determine the system status (known in the literature as belief state) at any instant. The prediction process is composed of two stages: a simulation stage (prediction of all possible system states at the succeeding time) and a clipping stage (elimination of states that are incompatible with the observations or with the constraints from predicted system states).
Visual Domain Ontology using OWL Lite for Semantic Image Processing
Authors: Abu-Shareha Ahmad Adel , Alshahrani Ali
Published: September 2024

In this paper, a visual domain ontology (VDO) is constructed using OWL-Lite Language. The VDO passes through two execution phases, namely, construction and inferring phases. In the construction phase, OWL classes are initialized, with reference to annotated scenes, and connected by hierarchical, spatial, and content-based relationships (presence/absence of some objects depends on other objects). In the inferring phase, the VDO is used to infer knowledge about an unknown scene. This paper aims to use a standard language, namely, OWL, to represent non-standard visual knowledge; facilitate straightforward ontology enrichment; and define the rules for inferring based on the constructed ontology. The OWL standardizes the constructed knowledge and facilitates advanced inferring because it is built on top of the first-order logic and description logic. The VDO then allows an efficient representation and reasoning of complex visual knowledge. In addition to representation, the VDO enables easy extension, sharing, and reuse of the represented visual knowledge.
TQM Measured Students’ Satisfaction in the Jordanians’ Private University for Achieving Institutional Excellence
Authors: El Hawi Ruba , Alzyadat Wael
Published: September 2024

In this study we aim to expand previous studies and the knowledge in this scope via deriving and examining aspects from Total Quality Management definitions as well as present a theoretical framework. A descriptive analysis and reliability statistics methods are employee to evaluate the theoretical framework. The scope of the research from private universities in Jordan comprised of 150 matched members (lecturers) and 200 about to graduate students from business faculty. A linear regression (one way) method has been adopted. The examinations of this study were motivated to support and understand the influence of Total Quality Management and institutions’ excellence through our theoretical framework. Total Quality Management has been measured by (Participation, Development, and Evaluation). Results showed that the participation variable was the stronger influencer towards students’ satisfaction.
Comparison of Measured and Calculated Heat Transfer Coefficient of External Wall at the Mechanical Engineering Faculty University in Sarajevo
Authors: Zecevic Nurin , Dzaferovic Ejub , Husika Azrudin
Published: September 2024

Aim of the research was measuring the heat transfer coefficient of the external walls at the Mechanical Engineering Faculty building with heat flow method, in order to obtain the real value of heat transfer coefficient. After performing the measuring according to the ISO 9869 for in-situ measurement, the average measured heat transfer coefficient was 0.23 W/m2K, which is lower value compared to the calculated one, 0.33 W/m2K, according to the program (KiExpert). Difference between values is the result of limitations in selection of materials and because heat accumulation in building elements is not sufficiently considered in algorithms of the program.
On the Possibilities of Applying Dashboards in the Educational System
Authors: Damyanov Ivo , Tsankov Nikolay
Published: September 2024

Dashboards are widespread model for data visualization in business and are now a mandatory feature of all business systems. At the same time, there is no widespread perception and application of this feature in the educational system. In this article, we look at the features of the dashboards and the opportunities for their perception and application in the educational system - in decision-making, as well as in the educational process. An analysis of the adaptation and implementation of the information dashboards in the Bulgarian universities has been made. The main aspects of the successful implementation of dashboards are extracted.
Modelling Business Process of Manufacturing for Air Compressors
Authors: Panda Anton , Zaloga Viliyam , Dyadyura Kostiantyn , Rybalka Iryna , Pandová Iveta
Published: September 2024

Many day-to-day processes in the manufacturing industry require the use of air compressors that can generate an intermittent or continuous source of pressurized air. Designing, manufacturing and operation of compressor equipment, predetermines a community that includes technical and software tools, as well as personnel that are interconnected within a single system through information, energy and material flows. Carriet out is the analysis of existing approaches to the construction of manufacturing business processes models taking into account functionally oriented control. These processes shall be managed by the organization in accordance with the requirements. The basic principles of process modeling are determined. The method of decision making in the hierarchical structures of the system of enterprise processes is proposed. The results of the theoretical research can be used in the implementation of management systems based on international ISO standards and the description of processes by organizations.
An Empirical Study of the Machine Assembly Efficiency Improvement Based on Lean Six Sigma Technique
Authors: Wang Chien-Chih , Liu Chun-Ting
Published: September 2024

Effectively controlling inventory is one of the key factors for small and medium-sized enterprises to make profit. Most small and medium-sized enterprises solve their problems through experience or trial and error, but they are often unable to achieve the desired enterprise performance under limited time and cost. The real case adopted herein covers a manufacturer of optical lens equipment, and the bottleneck is the shortened period of delivery caused by refunded, reduced, and delayed orders due to changes in the market. Under the framework of Lean Six Sigma, this study identified the key factors affecting working hours and product cycle and then formulates strategies to import the actual process. The results show that the inventory turnover rate increases from 20.8% to 41.6%, deriving a financial effect worth of NT$15.57 million. For the practical verification of the case company, Lean Six Sigma really does improve the assembly process efficiency, achieving a result beyond the expected target. With this successful case, this study can be a reference for other firms.
Budget Financing of Social Risks in Ukraine: Current State and Macro-level Model of Development
Authors: Nadraga Vasiliy , Balanda Anatolii
Published: September 2024

The relevance of the study is due to the need to develop theoretical foundations and applied tools for budget financing of social risks. The results of the study aim at identifying the peculiarities of structuring social risks in Ukraine, as well as directions for minimizing the negative consequences of their actualization. The purpose of the article is the theoretical substantiation of optimization of budget financing of social risks on the basis of the constructed predictive mathematical model.
Improving Financial Literacy of Undergraduate Students with Supplementary Financial Lessons: A Case of Practical Economics for Daily Life
Authors: Chaiphat Channarong
Published: September 2024

Financial literacy is a vital issue since individuals with financial literacy are able to manage their finance allowing them to live their lives stably with no worry about financial problems. Normally, courses provided by Department of Economics should include lessons to develop financial literacy of undergraduate students. This study aimed to compare financial behavior, attitude and financial literacy of 155 students who registered the Practical Economics for Daily Life Course before and after taking the course. The research instruments were a questionnaire and a test. The results revealed that the students increased their financial behavior and attitude after taking supplementary financial lessons in the course. Moreover, the result of the test about financial literary showed that the students gained significantly higher mean score after taking the custom-made financial lessons. However, the posttest score, despite the fact that it was higher than the pre-test score, was considered not quite very high. The researcher suggests integrating more financial knowledge content in many lessons of the course or if possible, the department should consider having a separate course about financial literacy in the curriculum of the program.
Optimization of the Sources Structure of Financing the Implementation of Strategic Guidelines for Ensuring the Economic Security of Investment Activities of an Industrial Enterprise
Authors: Zlotenko Olexandr , Rudnichenko Yevhenii , Illiashenko Olena , Voynarenko Mykhaylo , Havlovska Nataliia
Published: September 2024

The purpose of the research is to determine the optimal structure for financing the investment activities of industrial enterprises in the context of ensuring the economic security of such activities. In addition, the use of minimax strategies was substantiated in the direct selection of funding sources and the adoption of appropriate strategic decisions to minimize potential losses. Methodological approaches of strategic management for specifying the strategic guidelines for ensuring the economic security of the investment activities of an industrial enterprise were used to achieve the purpose. Optimization models have been developed on the basis of empirical studies at Ukrainian industrial enterprises and the survey conducted. The developed model for optimizing economic security based on minimizing losses in the formation of sources of financing investment activity allows enterprise management to make weighted strategic decisions and provides sufficient arguments for measures in the field of economic security.
The QuIC: Quantitative Intellectual Capital-based methodology for Firm Valuation
Authors: Iazzolino Gianpaolo , Migliano Giuseppe , Guarnaccia Natale
Published: September 2024

The paper proposes a new methodology for evaluating the market value of firms (QuIC – Quantitative Intellectual Capital-based methodology for Firm Valuation) that considers Intellectual Capital (IC) as an important factor that can influence the overall value.
Findings show that this approach gives a more fair evaluation able of taking account of the “hidden” value that could remain unconsidered when applying “traditional” valuation approaches. In fact, findings demonstrated that, from a financial standpoint, the difference between DCF and QuIC evaluation can be recognised as the worth of intellectual capital assets.
Development and Validity of Problems with Contradictory Information and no Specified Universal Set to Measure the Truth-Seeking of Pre-Service Mathematics Teachers
Authors: Kurniati Dian , Purwanto Purwanto , Rahman As’ari Abdur , Dwiyana Dwiyana , Subanji Subanji , Susanto Hery
Published: September 2024

Truth-seeking is a predictor of whether pre-service mathematics teachers have critical thinking dispositions. The effort to familiarize the truth-seeking of pre-service mathematics teachers is realized by giving the problems with contradictory information and the problems with no specified universal set continuously. The aim is to develop the problems that can measure the truth-seeking of pre-service mathematics teachers. The participants were 184 mathematics education students from six universities in Indonesia. The development steps used were define, design, and develop. Data were analyzed by using item response theory. The findings and conclusions were reached and the results indicated that problems were developed are valid to measure the truth-seeking of pre-service mathematics teachers.
Ergonomic Analysis and Redesign of Workspace in Order to Minimize Workers’ Workload and Optimize Their Nutrition
Authors: Burak Senad , Veljović Fikret
Published: September 2024

The problem related to the inadequate position of workers during lifting heavy loads is the everyday life of many environments, such as industrial halls or warehouses, which often results in the deepening of the worker's spine load problem.
An analysis of such a workplace was carried out in this paper. The workloads at specific body zones were determined, whether they were within the prescribed limits or exceeded it, and on that basis a redesign of the workspace was made in accordance to the anthropological values of the model.
Is There a Link Between Creativity and Multiculturalism in Education?
Authors: Ogrutan Petre Lucian , Machidon Alina Luminita , Dinu Alexandru
Published: September 2024

This paper presents a few initiatives of developing Electronics engineering students’ creativity and the achieved outcomes. After implementing these initiatives, a student group including students of different nationalities, distinguished themselves by their outstanding achievements in comparison with other three groups of students of identical nationalities. This paper emphasizes some aspects of intercultural cooperation and proposes the hypothesis of this cooperation as the driving force behind the development of student creativity.
Professional and Career Consulting as a Factor of Professional Self-determination
of the Youth
Authors: Galustyan Olga V. , Solyankina Lyudmila E. , Slobotchikov Oleg N. , Kuleshov Sergey M. , Solyankin Alexey V.
Published: September 2024

This paper presents the essential characteristics of professional and career consulting, its features and the role for effective professional self-determination of the youth, and the choice regarding future profession. The concept of professional self-determination of the young person is described. The authors conclude that professional and career consulting should be carried out throughout the entire period of the person’s professional development within three stages. The essential characteristics of the stages of consulting are indicated.
Innovative Payment System for Hospitality Sector using Near Field Communication
Smart Bracelet and Arduino
Authors: Miniaoui Sami , Muammar Sudad , El Hendy Mahmoud , Atallah Shadi , Bin Hashim Kamarul Faizal
Published: September 2024

Hospitality is among well-established industries that plays an important role in driving better customer experience. Adopting emergent technology is not widely noticed in this industry since the hosts still adopt the same payment models, namely credit cards or cash in their transactions in hotels. Our aim in this paper is to introduce a cost-effective, secure and convenient payment system that fits the hospitality context, which will completely enhance customer experience by providing more enjoyable hassle-free stay at hotels or resorts. Smart silicon bracelet equipped with RFID tag is used as a payment mode at different hotels and resorts facilities (spa, restaurant, Jacuzzi, and shops). Arduino card coupled with RFID/NFC reader is used as payment machine that can be easily plugged in the USB port without any prior configuration. Consequently, convenience, cost-effectiveness and new customer experience are provided through this new payment system by preventing hosts from carrying wallet within the resort facilities. Detailed use –case scenarios are presented and discussed.
Efforts To Improve Alpinia Galanga Production Capability In The Prosperous Plantation Group In Red Mata Village, Banyuasin I Sub-District, Banyuasin District
Authors: Nainggolan Immer Togarma , Fatoni Herawan , Mutaqin Azhadi , Hadjri Muhammad Ichsan
Published: September 2024

This study aims to determine and analyze the improvement of  alpinia galanga production capabilities in the Makmur Sejahtera Plantation Group, Merah Mata Village, Banyuasin I District, Banyuasin Regency. This program is a flagship Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program of PT PLN Indonesia Power Merah Mata Generating Unit called Kampung Alpinia galanga, which raises the issue of community empowerment. This program aims to develop management activities, production, and distribution of Alpinia galanga agricultural products and support government programs regarding food security in the communities around PLTG Borang. The method used in this research is a qualitative approach with a descriptive method. The Alpinia galanga Village program has been running since 2021 by PT PLN Indonesia Power UP Merah Mata PLTG Borang. Initial planning was carried out to determine the program's roadmap to be implemented through collaboration between PLTG Borang and the  alpinia galanga Village Group. The program scheme that is run together is a long-term empowerment program. After the development of  alpinia galanga agricultural commodities and the manufacture of  alpinia galanga derivative products, farmers are trained to market Alpinia galanga derivatives/product branding, one of the innovations of Alpinia galanga village. PT PLN Indonesia Power UP Merah Mata PLTG Borang runs the Kampung Alpinia galanga mentoring program for residents on an ongoing basis to encourage the economy of residents, as evidenced by the increase in average income from IDR 600,000 to IDR 3,438,679, which reduces poverty by 3.33% in Merah Mata Village in 2023.
Czy ziemia i kapitał to wciąż odrębne czynniki produkcji? Instytucjonalne uwarunkowania finansyzacji ziemi na obszarach wiejskich
Authors: Czyżewski Bazyli , Grzelak Aleksander , Matuszczak Anna
Published: September 2024

Are land and capital still separate factors of production? Institutional determinants of land financialisation in rural areas. The chapter is a voice in the discussion of the need to develop a separate theory for the factor of land and land rent, arguing the thesis that the institutional constraints of land financialisation in rural areas are so persistent and socially adequate that reducing land to another type of capital is theoretically inappropriate. The financialisation of agricultural land results in its inevitable outflow to other uses, which is socially undesirable both from the perspective of environmental common goods, as well as from the perspective of food security and the agrarian question viewed through the lens of agricultural income deprivation. The financialisation of land thus provides a rationale for deeper and more precise regulation of agricultural land circulation. From the farmer’s point of view, land will never be just an income stream discounted by an alternative rate of return, at least not in the European Model of Agriculture. In conclusion, the development of land factor economics and land rent theory is needed as the sources of land rent evolve, particularly in the context of global criteria that will inevitably determine the individual perspective over time.
System finansowy a wzrost gospodarczy – czy instytucje mają znaczenie?
Authors: Kokoszczyński Ryszard
Published: September 2024

Financial system – economic growth nexus – do institutions matter? Financial system – economic growth nexus has been a popular subject of empirical research for three decades. Studies conducted before the Great Financial Crisis (GFC) seemed to be dominated by a widely accepted conclusion that the financial system affected positively growth and that the direction of causality was from finance to growth. Studies conducted after the GFC are less conclusive. Some of them support the previous conclusion, while others suggest the lack thereof or that interactions between the financial system and economic growth are nonlinear and may vary depending on the level of development, the structure of the economy etc. The GFC also introduced explicitly the role of institutions as moderators for the financial system–economic growth interactions. The recent decade brought some empirical support for that. This chapter surveys both strands of this literature and also shows results for Poland, both published previously and conducted by the author specifically for this study, These results support similar conclusions for Poland as those for other countries.
Instytucje w aspekcie koncepcji społecznej odpowiedzialności biznesu
Authors: Wolska Grażyna
Published: September 2024

Institutions in the aspect of the Corporate Social Responsibility concept. An effective institutional system has a direct impact on the efficient functioning of the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) concept. It also helps reduce uncertainty and disruptions in the flow of information. The aim of the study is to prove that an efficient institutional system determines the optimization of the implementation of the CSR idea. The research methods used in the work are primarily critical literature studies, the hermeneutical method (striving to interpret texts in accordance with the intentions of their authors), logical and semantic analysis, conceptualisation (introducing and defining concepts), the principle of Occam’s razor (simplicity of argument, avoiding issues that are not necessary to solve the problem). The analyses carried out in the text show that effective institutions influence the level of implementation of the CSR idea and that the CSR concept then has a chance to be found not only in the sphere of intellectual disputes, but also in the sphere of interest of representatives of state institutions.
Zmiana instytucjonalna z perspektywy instytucji formalnych i nieformalnych
Authors: Jastrząbek Julia
Published: September 2024

Institutional change from the perspective of formal and informal institutions. This study aims to present models of institutional change from the perspective of both formal and informal institutions. Based on a critical literature review, it addresses the question of which institutions – formal or informal – play a predominant role in models of institutional change. The conclusion drawn is that in the contemporary world, institutions, particularly the formal ones, are quite fragile and prone to change. The pervasive sense of uncertainty across various domains of life discourages decision-making with a long-term perspective. However, it is essential to highlight the significant role that informal institutions also play in this context. The interaction between formal and informal institutions is bidirectional, and sometimes informal institutions evolve gradually and evolutionarily under the influence of formal ones, and sometimes the reverse occurs.
Finanse publiczne w świetle ekonomii instytucjonalnej
Authors: Owsiak Stanisław
Published: September 2024

Public finances in the light of institutional economics. The aim of the chapter is to examine the extent to which the institutional economics method can be useful for analysing phenomena and processes in the area of public finances. Based on a critical analysis of the literature, the work takes into account the achievements of institutional economics. Key concepts of institutional economics were selected for consideration, such as: contract, social contract, transaction costs, trust, allocative efficiency. It was examined to what extent these tools can be helpful in explaining phenomena and processes in public finances. The mission of the chapter is also to encourage economists dealing with institutional economics to take broader account of the theory and public finances in their research. Based on the analysis of selected categories of institutional economics, in the final part of the work, an attempt was made to assess public finances in Poland.
Relación entre composición corporal y desempeño físico en triatletas aficionados de media distancia
Authors: Manrique Lenis Ana María , Garcia-Chaves Diego Camilo , Corredor-Serrano Luisa Fernanda , Aly Forero Shamyr , Arboleda-Franco Santiago Adolfo
Published: September 2024

La composición corporal del triatleta puede influir en factores como la eficiencia energética, el umbral láctico y el consumo máximo de oxígeno, afectando el desempeño físico en la prueba; sin embargo, ese grado de relación no está suficientemente documentado. Objetivo: Determinar la relación entre composición corporal y desempeño físico en triatletas de media distancia de nivel aficionado. Metodología: se evaluaron 16 triatletas masculinos (edad 37,3±4,9 años, peso 69,2±13,8 kg, talla 170,7±10,7cm) registrándose medidas antropométricas básicas, longitudes segmentales, pliegues y perímetros, y se determinó la composición corporal. El desempeño físico se evaluó mediante fuerza explosiva con la altura, la potencia en los saltos Squat Jump (SJ) y contramovimiento (CMJ) y específicamente con las pruebas: 400 m de natación, test de potencia funcional en ciclismo (FTP) y 3000 m de carrera a pie. Se hizo un análisis descriptivo y se correlacionaron entre sí todas las variables. Resultados: El ritmo por 100 m en natación tuvo correlaciones significativas con la envergadura (r=-0,511; p=0,043), la longitud del antebrazo (r=-0,619; p=0,010) y la masa muscular (r= -0,619; p=0,010). Esta última, también correlacionó con un mejor ritmo por kilómetro en la carrera a pie (r=-0,534; p=0,033). El FTP en ciclismo correlacionó con los saltos CMJ (r=0,689; p=0,003), SJ (r=0,570; p=0,021) y con el porcentaje de grasa (r=-0,711; p=0,002). Conclusión: la relación entre composición corporal y rendimiento físico en los triatletas estudiados, se manifiesta diferenciadamente según cada prueba específica, revelando la importancia de la masa muscular en el ritmo de carrera en natación y a pie y la grasa en la potencia potencia funcional en ciclismo.
Investigating the Impact of Learning Modality Shifts on K-12 Students’ Physical Activity Participation During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Chiara Leanne , McDaniel Alexander , Holland William , Abel Kirsten , Lothes John , Morris Laura , Van Meter Jessica
Published: September 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic created many challenges for K-12 schools during the 2020-2021 school year (e.g., establishing social dis-tancing measures, decisions regarding testing protocols, and transition from in-person to distance learning). Changes in teaching and learning modalities, from in-person to remote learning options, quickly became a reality for many students [an estimated 95%, according to Engzell et al. (2021)]. With an increase in distance learning came changes in stu-dents’ structured and unstructured physical activity participation. The impact of these changes is unknown and justifies research investigating the effect modality shifts held on students’ participation in physical activity and any associated outcomes. A mixed-methods survey was administered to examine changes in K-12 students’ learning modality, 521Chiara et al.participation in physical activity, and associated outcomes. Changes in learning modality from in-person to online were most frequently in-dicated (90%). Respondents stated both challenges and success stories associated with students’ participation in physical activities resulting from modality shifts (e.g., decreased social engagements, decreased ex-posure to structured and facilitated physical education, and increased outdoor play). Positive outcomes were most prevalent in children engaging in moderate PA. However, 85% of respondents indicated a decrease in their child’s physical activity participation. Our findings justify further investigation of the immediate and long-term impact of school modality shifts on students’ engagement in physical activities.
Dimitrios Vikelas: The First President of the International Olympic Committee and His Role in the Implementation of the First Olympic Games
Authors: Kantzidou Eleni D. , Judge Lawrence W.
Published: September 2024

This paper explores the life of Dimitrios Vikelas, specifically as it relates to his work in bringing the first modern Olympic Games to Athens, Greece, in 1896. The increasing professionalization of the Olympics has shifted the focus of the Games toward sport and the building of superstars rather than the ethical values that can be gleaned from this international event. Discussing Olympism and Vikelas’ core values with students is an important way to reintegrate fair play and sportsmanship into all levels of sport. The paper examines the history behind the concept of international sporting games, specifically the ancient Olympic Games, their much-imitated early European coun-terparts, and the Modern Olympics. By teaching Vikelas’ philosophy of brotherhood and sportsmanship in the classroom, we can begin to breath the spirit of Olympism back into the Olympic Games.
CPR Memory and Skill Degradation Among Non-Allied Healthcare Professionals
Authors: Hunt Kevin , Griffin Lisa , Barnes Alex , Blaire Cameron , Gavulic Grayson , Vickers Cal
Published: September 2024

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation is defined by the Mayo Clinic as a lifesaving technique that is useful in many emergencies, such as a heart attack, stroke, choking, or drowning, in which someone’s breathing and heartbeat have stopped.Under the guidelines put forth by the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) and the Emergency Cardiovascular Care Organization (ECC), the American Red Cross and American Heart Association currently require that an individual’s CPR certification be renewed every two years. However, data has suggested that non-allied healthcare providers, such as school-based personnel, may require more regular training to maintain required CPR proficiency levels. Four hundred non-allied healthcare professionals from a school district in central Georgia were CPR-certified under the American Heart Association (AHA) Heart-Saver curriculum. Participants included 153 males and 247 females from elementary, middle, and high school settings. Participants included administrators, teachers, coaches, and staff. Two tenured college professors from the School of Health and Human Performance were responsible for teaching and certifying study participants. Each of these professors possessed a minimum of five years of CPR certification experience with the American Heart Association. Course sizes were limited to 12-15 participants. All CPR certification courses were implemented under standardized, controlled circumstances. Following the initial certification, twenty-five percent of participants were randomly selected to be reassessed at either three, six, nine, or twelve months, respectively, to determine memory and skill degradation rates and patterns. Degradation of declarative and procedural knowledge was observed during subsequent retest sessions at each of the three-, six-, nine-, and twelve-month marks. Scores depreciated approximately 10% each three-month retesting period, to 88%, 79%, 69%, and 57%, respectively. Data suggest that after six months, participants failed to meet the AHA standards for demonstrating acceptable declarative and procedural knowledge related to CPR implementation. Due to the observed degradation in both declarative and procedural knowledge, it is apparent that a more periodic training and recertification process in CPR is required for school-based personnel. A more consistent and periodic approach to preparing school-based first responders may prove beneficial in maintaining CPR proficiency rates, which very well could save lives.
Mental Health Challenges In the Educational Landscape of Serbia: Exploring Academic and Legal Perspectives
Authors: Škobo Milena
Published: September 2024

This research paper investigates the mental health challenges faced by teachers in Serbia, emphasizing both educational and legal perspectives in the post-pandemic and AI-driven era. Recognizing teachers as vital contributors to human capital and societal progress, the study aims to shed light on the pressing concerns impacting their well-being. By exploring evidence-based practices, the research seeks to contribute to policy recommendations that foster a supportive work environment, acknowledging the integral role of teacher mental health in shaping a successful education system and positively influencing student well-being as they enter theworkforce.
Legal Difficulties Associated With the Use of Big Data in Healthcare: Civil Law and Cyberlaw Review
Authors: Imamalieva Diyora
Published: September 2024

Current trends suggest a future in which big data can be used to predict individual health risks and outcomes with exceptional accuracy. By analyzing large datasets that include various health indicators, algorithms can predict the onset of disease, allowing for early intervention and personalized treatment plans. However, the legal and ethical implications of predictive health analytics, such as potential misuse of predictive information or unfair discrimination based on health risks, require careful consideration. In terms of global health surveillance, the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the potential of big data to track the spread of disease and inform public health responses.
Legal Framework of Medical Service in the City of Osijek During the First Half of the 19th Century
Authors: Čandrlić Slavko
Published: September 2024

The aim of this research work is to gain insight into how the medical service was legally regulated in the city of Osijek, the main Slavonian center to which a large number of people immigrated after the Great Turkish War, and which consequently spread the fear of the appearance of new infections in that area. At the same time, special attention was paid to medical regulations after the city of Osijek received the status of a Free Royal City in 1809. Despite the jurisdiction of the Royal Hungarian – Protectoral Council and the Royal Hungarian Court Chamber, the Liberation Charter enabled the city of Osijek to establish its own self-governing bodies. Thus, along with the City Council and its representatives, a lesser- known physical department was founded, which was headed by a physicist. In particular, it was a physician with the highest level of responsibility, who had the authority to protect the public health of the population of the Free Royal City of Osijek.
Reproductive Rights: A Comparative Analysis of Abortion Regulations and the Case of Reform in the Republic of Benin
Authors: Konnon Romeo
Published: September 2024

Induced abortion remains controversial due to traditional, moral, political, and religious reasons. Although the common opinion about the illegality of abortion is indicated in medical conditions, its regulation varies widely according to the country. Abortion is available to women on request in many countries, while in others, there is restriction or prohibition altogether. In the contest when some countries end the nationwide right to abortion, the Republic of Benin in 2020 broadened the social grounds, allowing abortion up to 12 weeks of gestational age. This paper aims to overview abortion legislation in selected countries and to compare them to the reform in the Republic of Benin, which became one of the several African countries broadly permitting abortion within 12 weeks of amenorrhea.
Competences for Democratic Culture in Educational System: Experiences from Serbia
Authors: Lazić Svetlana , Vuković Snežana
Published: September 2024

The purpose of this paper is to overview new research in Serbia on the topic of education for implementing children’s rights in schools and interdisciplinary competences in teaching for determining the presence of knowledge, implementation and beliefs in the child's possibilities and potentials to the end of improving educational work. The analysis is based on understanding the dimensions of values, attitudes, skills and critical thinking, as competences for democratic culture and their implementation in environments which support participation. The educational system should be this kind of environment. The Council of Europe Referent Framework of Competences for Democratic Culture (RFCDC) is a set of materials about principles and implementation of all 4 dimensions in educational institutions, through the real-life situations which enable some or all dimensions’ implementation. The imperative is grounded theory knowledge of rights in general and child’s rights too. Authors conclude that relation of non-equal power is dominant in educational work, which implicitly means that there is a lack of knowledge of aim and significance of some child’s rights, possibly the Convention itself.
Systematic Review of Virtual Reality Applications for Teaching Chemistry Using Meta Oculus Quest 2 and Testing of a Selected Application
Authors: Oprčkal Mojca
Published: September 2024

Research shows that virtual reality holds significant potential to help students improve their skills and knowledge. In our investigation, we systematically examined possible applications for teaching chemistry using the Meta Oculus Quest 2 glasses based on selected criteria (cost, content, possibility of conducting virtual experiments, added value of VR technology). This was followed by a case study in which we tested the most suitable application, The VR Chemistry Lab, with six students from a general secondary school. The results showed students had a stronger interest in learning chemistry through the VR and revealed their awkwardness while working in the virtual lab, which calls for manual skills and techniques considerably different from work in a real lab. In the discussion, the urgent need for a more comprehensive approach to developing applications for virtual chemistry labs for teaching is stressed, for which collaboration between computer experts, chemists and chemistry educators is essential.