bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Generic Services Model for the Automatic Improvement of Business Processes
Authors: Vera Paz Valentina , Ramírez Obando Anyi Aracely , Cobos Lozada Carlos
Published: July 2024

Introduction: Organizations require more productivity and efficiency in their business processes every day. Currently, various tools provide support to optimize time and resources according to the complexity of the activities of the business processes. However, by automating processes, few companies can define a successful workflow, thus failing to anticipate the difficulties in a production environment. Consequently, it is impossible to provide an early solution to problems, which implies cost overruns, loss of time, and in some cases, affectation of the organization's human talent.
Objective: This article presents a generic service model for the automatic improvement of business processes that allows identifying bottlenecks, reprocesses, failures, and delays when analyzing the event logs of a business process. It also summarizes the implementation of the bottleneck management service to support decision-making in a simulated process, applying regression models to predict the performance of manual process activities based on delays and queue lengths. By predicting performance and making resource allocation suggestions, the level of process improvement was determined.
Method: The research was conducted following the Iterative Research Pattern proposed by Pratt. First, the main problems in process management were identified, then a review of the state of the art was carried out to find out the proposed solutions to these problems. A solution model independent of the process management software used was proposed, and finally, two evaluations were carried out, one at a conceptual level with the focus group technique and the other based on the implementation of one of the proposed services and data collected from an experiment in a business process simulator.
Results: The conceptual evaluation of the services proposed in the model was conducted by a group of experts, based on the design and content guidelines of the BPMN modeling nomenclature standard, giving a rating of 4.8 out of 5.0 for each service. Experimentation with the business process simulator and the recommendations provided by the implemented service (bottleneck management) made it possible to evaluate the reduction in the processing time of the instances of a process in relation to the added resources.
Conclusions: The proposed model is composed of three main services, bottleneck management, resource management, and input management. The first service helps to establish the corrective measures so that the process flows and the instances of this do not get stuck in specific tasks or activities, which helps to improve the response time and the quality of the service. Resource management seeks to optimize the execution time of manual activities and input management seeks to ensure that an instance of the process has the data and documents required to be processed from start to finish, avoiding reprocessing and improving the quality of the data received and processed.
Prototype for monitoring noise pollution as a tool for the empowerment of society
Authors: Ordoñez Cristian Camilo , Ordoñez Jose Armando , Ordoñez Eraso Hugo Armando
Published: July 2024

Objective: Acceptable levels are between 45 and 65 dB according to the OMS, exceeding these values ​​can affect mental and physiological health, deteriorating the quality of life of the inhabitants. The purpose of this research is to identify the levels of noise pollution in the historic center of the city of Popayán, Cauca, Colombia, during peak hours of midday.Method: Applying the Design Thinking methodology, a prototype based on the Internet of Things (IoT) and a mobile application were designed to monitor the acoustic level in real time, and thus offer a technological tool that contributes to the empowerment of society in relation to its environmental conditionsResults:  Results: The software solution was developed for Android mobile devices, in operating system versions higher than 6.0 (Marshmallow), using tools such as Android Studio and Firebase. As a perspective of this work, it is suggested to make measurements for longer periods of time, and in several places in the city.                                                                                       Conclusions: Real-time measurements of the level of noise pollution, for example, through the application and measurements made during 9:11 A.M. and 6:31 p.m., on February 11, 2022, it was possible to deduce that the average level of noise pollution was 61.48 dB and that, in the measurements made in the morning, they were the ones with the highest levels of pollution. , being the data of 11:01 A.M.
Finances and Future Health
Authors: Anthony Dissen  , Daniel Fidalgo Tome
Published: July 2024

First-generation college students experience disproportionate levels of stress, anxiety, and lack of preparation for undergraduate education in comparison to their multi-generational peers in relation to their levels of financial support and literacy. This impacts on their levels of resiliency, their physical and mental wellbeing, academic success, and levels of attrition. This not only has impacts on their health and wellbeing in the present, but can also negatively impact both their health and their career trajectory in the future as well. Using a 2-phase approach, researchers collected both quantitative and qualitative data related to how first-generation EOF students think about the role of financial literacy, and in particular Federal Work Study, as a component of their current and future health status and academic success. Qualitative analysis gave rise to 3 themes related to student feelings of stress, pressure/obligation, lack of preparation, and uncertainty about the role of college education in their current and future lives. Findings are shared in order to better inform and guide institutions of higher education on how to best educate and support their first-generation students, particularly in how to aid these students in improving their financial literacy and financial support to improve resiliency, wellbeing, and academic success.
Scholar-Administrators as Leaders
Authors: Cunningham Henry
Published: July 2024

Community engagement has seen many changes over the years as scholars studied the field and learned more about its application as a methodology for teaching and learning, as well as conducting research. Henry R. Cunningham, the 2023 Barbara A. Holland Scholar-Administrator Award recipient, discusses some of the evolution in community engagement and identified community impact as an area of great importance to change the public’s negative perception of higher education. The transformation led to the institutionalization of community engagement on campuses where it is integrated into the fabric of the institution. Numerous studies conducted show the benefit to students when they are engaged in the community, and the enhancement to teaching and learning with policies and practices such as faculty professional development to enhance this work. However, we need to look closer at the impact community engagement is having on communities with which we are collaborating and at how this work is helping to improve communities. Demonstrating that higher education is changing communities and improving the lives of individuals through educational attainment, economic development, and healthier communities, as well as in other areas, can change the negative public perception of higher education.
Advancements in health informatics for monitoring perioperative patient data
Authors: Hawsawi Khaled B. , Faqihi Ahmad M. , Albalaji Naif H. , Alsultan Ali M. , Alharbi Sami H. , Almeglad Farrag M. , Alhajri Fahad A.
Published: July 2024

Advancements in health informatics are revolutionizing perioperative care by enhancing patient monitoring, improving clinical decision-making, and promoting patient safety. The integration of electronic health records (EHR) facilitates seamless information flow across all perioperative stages, ensuring up-to-date patient data is accessible to the entire healthcare team. This accessibility reduces errors, improves coordination, and enhances overall patient outcomes. EHR systems also support standardized documentation, reducing variability in record-keeping and ensuring comprehensive patient information is consistently captured. Real-time data analytics and predictive modeling are powerful tools in perioperative settings, enabling clinicians to anticipate and manage potential complications proactively. By analyzing vast datasets, predictive models identify patterns and risk factors associated with adverse outcomes, allowing for targeted interventions and personalized care plans. Real-time analytics provide continuous monitoring of patient status during surgery, offering immediate feedback and enabling prompt adjustments to ensure patient stability. Wearable devices and remote monitoring systems further augment real-time data analytics by continuously tracking physiological parameters throughout the surgical process and into the postoperative period. This continuous data stream allows for ongoing assessment of patient status and early detection of complications, enhancing patient safety and outcomes. Health informatics solutions, including automated alerts and decision support tools, minimize human error and ensure adherence to clinical guidelines. Automated reminders for critical actions, such as timely antibiotic administration, significantly reduce the incidence of surgical site infections. Decision support tools provide real-time, evidence-based recommendations at the point of care, supporting clinicians in making informed decisions and improving patient outcomes. Additionally, health informatics facilitates continuous quality improvement by enabling the collection and analysis of performance data, informing targeted interventions and process improvements. Overall, advancements in health informatics are transforming perioperative care, offering numerous benefits in terms of efficiency, accuracy, and patient safety, ultimately leading to better patient outcomes and higher quality of care. Continued innovation in this field will be essential for maintaining and improving the standards of perioperative care.
Nursing leadership in disaster preparedness and response lessons learned and future directions
Authors: Thrwi Amnah Mohammed , Hazmi Afaf Mousa Al , Kalfout Amani Mawadh , Kariri Hadiah Mohammed , Aldabyan Thakra Yousef , Alsalah Zenab Hassan
Published: July 2024

Nursing leadership is integral to effective disaster preparedness and response, demanding agility, strategic planning, and robust resource management. Disasters, both natural and man-made, present unique challenges that require nursing leaders to be adept in rapid decision-making and efficient coordination. The unpredictability of disasters necessitates comprehensive and regularly updated preparedness plans, ensuring nursing teams are well-versed in their roles through continuous training and simulations. Interprofessional collaboration and strong community partnerships are essential, fostering a unified response and efficient resource distribution. Communication remains a cornerstone of disaster management, with clear, timely information dissemination being crucial for coordinating efforts and maintaining public trust. Resource scarcity during disasters, such as shortages of medications and personal protective equipment (PPE), poses significant challenges. Effective resource management strategies are essential to maintain patient care standards and protect healthcare workers. The psychological toll on healthcare providers is another critical issue, with nursing leaders needing to implement support systems that address mental health and promote resilience. Integrating advanced technologies like telehealth and data analytics can enhance disaster response, providing remote care options and enabling predictive modeling for better resource allocation. Innovative approaches in nursing leadership include the use of telehealth for remote consultations and monitoring, data analytics for predictive modeling, and interprofessional education to improve teamwork and coordination. Strengthening community partnerships enhances overall disaster response capacity, ensuring that community-specific needs are addressed. Mental health support for healthcare providers, both immediate and long-term, is vital for maintaining a resilient workforce. Policy advocacy by nursing leaders is crucial to developing robust disaster preparedness frameworks and securing adequate funding. In summary, nursing leadership is pivotal in disaster preparedness and response, with a focus on strategic planning, interprofessional collaboration, effective communication, resource management, mental health support, and the integration of advanced technologies. Emphasizing these areas will enhance the resilience and responsiveness of healthcare systems, ultimately improving outcomes for patients and healthcare providers during disasters.
Relative peripheral refraction in school children with different refractive errors using a novel multispectral refraction topographer
Authors: Hu Hui-Ling ,   Shenzhen Eye Hospital, Jinan University, Shenzhen Eye Institute, Shenzhen 518040, Guangdong Province, China, Feng Ai-Ying , Zhong Hao-Xi , Mu Jing-Feng , Liu Mei-Zhou ,   Shenzhen Eye Hospital, Jinan University, Shenzhen Eye Institute, Shenzhen 518040, Guangdong Province, China,   Shenzhen Eye Hospital, Jinan University, Shenzhen Eye Institute, Shenzhen 518040, Guangdong Province, China,   Shenzhen Eye Hospital, Jinan University, Shenzhen Eye Institute, Shenzhen 518040, Guangdong Province, China,   Shenzhen Eye Hospital, Jinan University, Shenzhen Eye Institute, Shenzhen 518040, Guangdong Province, China
Published: July 2024

AIM: To compare relative peripheral refraction (RPR) in Chinese school children with different refractive errors using multispectral refraction topography (MRT).
METHODS: A total of 713 eyes of primary school children [172 emmetropia (E), 429 low myopia (LM), 80 moderate myopia (MM), and 32 low hypermetropia (LH)] aged 10 to 13y were analyzed. RPRs were measured using MRT without mydriasis. MRT results showed RPR at 0-15° (RPR 0-15), 15°-30° (RPR 15-30), and 30°-45° (RPR 30-45) annular in the inferior (RPR-I), superior (RPR-S), nasal (RPR-N), and temporal (RPR-T) quadrants. Spherical equivalent (SE) was detected and calculated using an autorefractor.
RESULTS: There were significant differences of RPR 15-30 between groups MM [0.02 (-0.12; 0.18)] and LH [-0.13 (-0.36; 0.12)] (P<0.05), MM and E [-0.06 (-0.20; 0.10)] (P<0.05), and LM [-0.02 (-0.15; 0.15)] and E (P<0.05). There were also significant differences of RPR 30-45 between groups MM [0.45 (0.18; 0.74)] and E [0.29 (-0.09; 0.67)] (P<0.05), and LM [0.44 (0.14; 0.76)] and E (P<0.001). RPR values increased from the hyperopic to medium myopic group in each annular. There were significant differences of RPR-S between groups MM [-0.02 (-0.60; 0.30)] and E [-0.44 (-0.89; -0.04)] (P<0.001), and LM [-0.28 (-0.71; 0.12)] and E (P<0.05). There were also significant differences of RPR-T between groups MM [0.37 (0.21; 0.78)] and LH [0.14 (-0.52; 0.50)] (P<0.05), LM [0.41 (0.06; 0.84)] and LH (P<0.05), and LM and E [0.29 (-0.10; 0.68), P<0.05]. A Spearman’s correlation analysis showed a negative correlation between RPR and SE in the 15°-30° (P=0.005), 30°-45° (P<0.05) annular (P=0.002), superior (P<0.001), and temporal (P=0.001) quadrants.
CONCLUSION: Without pupil dilation, values for RPR 15-30, 30-45, RPR-S, and T shows significant differences between myopic eyes and emmetropia, and the differences are negatively correlated with SE.
Pain perception enhancement in consecutive second-eye phacoemulsification cataract surgeries under topical anesthesia
Authors: Luo Jia-Wei ,   Eye Institute, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Medical School of Nantong University, Nantong 226001, Jiangsu Province, China, Yu Jian-Feng , Chen Yi-Xun , Ji Min , Guan Huai-Jin ,   Eye Institute, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Medical School of Nantong University, Nantong 226001, Jiangsu Province, China,   Eye Institute, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Medical School of Nantong University, Nantong 226001, Jiangsu Province, China,   Eye Institute, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Medical School of Nantong University, Nantong 226001, Jiangsu Province, China,   Eye Institute, Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University, Medical School of Nantong University, Nantong 226001, Jiangsu Province, China
Published: July 2024

Cataract is the main cause of visual impairment and blindness worldwide while the only effective cure for cataract is still surgery. Consecutive phacoemulsification under topical anesthesia has been the routine procedure for cataract surgery. However, patients often grumbled that they felt more painful during the second-eye surgery compared to the first-eye surgery. The intraoperative pain experience has negative influence on satisfaction and willingness for second-eye cataract surgery of patients with bilateral cataracts. Intraoperative ocular pain is a complicated process induced by the nociceptors activation in the peripheral nervous system. Immunological, neuropsychological, and pharmacological factors work together in the enhancement of intraoperative pain. Accumulating published literatures have focused on the pain enhancement during the second-eye phacoemulsification surgeries. In this review, we searched PubMed database for articles associated with pain perception differences between consecutive cataract surgeries published up to Feb. 1, 2024. We summarized the recent research progress in mechanisms and interventions for pain perception enhancement in consecutive second-eye phacoemulsification cataract surgeries. This review aimed to provide novel insights into strategies for improving patients’ intraoperative experience in second-eye cataract surgeries.
Rapid progress of an iris metastasis from esophageal cancer: a case report and review of literature
Authors: Xie Meng ,   Department of Ophthalmology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430022, Hubei Province, China, Yang Jun-Jie , Su Zi-Xuan , Huang Jia-Hui , Li Peng-Cheng , Jiang Fa-Gang ,   Department of Ophthalmology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430022, Hubei Province, China,   Department of Ophthalmology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430022, Hubei Province, China,   Department of Ophthalmology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430022, Hubei Province, China,   Department of Ophthalmology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430022, Hubei Province, China,   Department of Ophthalmology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430022, Hubei Province, China
Published: July 2024

This case report details a rare instance of rapid iris metastasis from esophageal cancer in a 59-year-old man. A literature review was conducted to explore recent advances in detecting, diagnosing, and treating intraocular metastatic malignancies. Positron emission tomography-computed tomography played a crucial role in identifying primary sites and systemic metastases. Local treatment combined with systemic therapy effectively reduced tumor size, preserved useful vision, and improved the patient’s survival rate. A comparison was made of the characteristics of iris metastases from esophageal cancer and lung cancer, including age, gender, tumor characteristics, and treatment. The challenges associated with diagnosis and treatment are discussed, highlighting the implications for clinical practice.
Bug-Bounty, ¿el futuro del Pentesting?
Authors: Restrepo-Gómez Jaime Andrés , Correa-Ortiz Luis Carlos
Published: July 2024

En el presente estudio se analiza el proceso de acorazamiento (blindaje) que se presenta en el río La Miel (Colombia), un importante río tropical regulado y fuertemente modificado en sus regímenes hidrológi- cos, hidráulicos y sedimentológicos. Para confirmar la hipótesis del acorazamiento se emplean tres enfoques diferentes: 1) verificación cualitativa del proceso de acorazamiento realizada durante un recorrido de campo; 2) verificación cuantitativa del acorazamiento con el empleo del criterio definido por Little y Meyer para la desviación geométrica estándar de la granulometría del lecho (determinada con el software Basegrain), y 3) análisis de los registros de carga de sedimentos en suspensión y de fondo en las estaciones de monitoreo hi- drosedimentológico. Los resultados indican que el río La Miel, efectivamente, se encuentra acorazado, según la evidencia de campo y la marcada disminución en la carga de sedimentos de fondo; además, por un lado, se identifica que el proceso de acorazamiento se ha dado en escalas de tiempo más cortas que las reportadas en la literatura para ríos extratropicales, debido al exceso de capacidad de transporte producido por el aumento sistemático de los caudales mínimos, luego de la regulación y los trasvases de los ríos Guarinó y Manso. Por otro lado, podemos indicar que efectivamente existe un umbral de caudal importante (234 m3/s), el cual se debe superar para que se rompa la coraza y se registre transporte de la carga de fondo.
Riesgo cardiovascular en personas con colangitis biliar primaria, revisión de la literatura
Authors: Sendoya Vargas Jesús David , Gutiérrez Vargas María Camila , Melgar Burbano Christian Ernesto
Published: July 2024

La colangitis biliar primaria (cbp) es una enfermedad autoinmune multifactorial (factores genéticos, disparadores ambientales como localización geográfica, fumar, microorganismos, xenobióticos). El objetivo de este estudio es describir los factores de riesgo relacionados con colangitis biliar primaria y cómo incide en el riesgo cardiovascular. Se realizó búsqueda bibliográfica en bases de datos de investigaciones originales, estudios de cohorte prospectivo y retrospectivo, estudios de casos y controles, revisiones sistemáticas y metanálisis, en los que se utilizaron palabras claves relacionadas. Se encontró relación entre las alteraciones en la cbp con el perfil lipídico, el cual aumentaba el estrés oxidativo, disfunción endotelial; sin embargo, los estudios que tratan de determinar el efecto de la hipercolesterolemia sobre el aumento del rcv en paciente  con cbp han sido contradictorios. La esteatosis hepática está relacionada con aumento de los ecv y es común en las enfermedades hepáticas crónicas como hepatitis B y C crónicas y la enfermedad hepática grasa no alcohólica. La cbp puede tener manifestaciones extrahepáticas, dentro de estas las más prevalentes son las pulmonares como la enfermedad pulmonar intersticial y la hipertensión pulmonar.Este artículo presenta la relación entre la cbp con sus principales factores de riesgo y el desarrollo de enfermedades tanto hepáticas como extrahepáticas que aumenta el riesgo cardiovascular.
Comparative Analysis of Frequency Ratio, Logistic Regression and Deep Learning Methods for Landslide Susceptibility Mapping in Tokat Province on the North Anatolian Fault Zone (Turkey)
Authors: Başalan Ayhan , Demir Gökhan
Published: July 2024

In the current investigation, a Geographic Information System (GIS) and machine learning-based software were employed to generate and compare landslide susceptibility maps (LSMs) for the city center of Tokat, which is situated within the North Anatolian Fault Zone (NAFZ) in the Central Black Sea Region of Turkey, covering an area of approximately 2003 km2. 294 landslides were identified within the study area, with 258 (70%) randomly selected for modeling and the remaining 36 (30%) used for model validation. Three distinct methodologies were used to generate LSMs, namely Frequency Ratio (FR), Logistic Regression (LR), and Deep Learning (DL), using nine parameters, including slope, aspect, curvature, elevation, lithology, rainfall, distance to fault, distance to road, and distance to stream. The susceptibility maps produced in this study were categorized into five classes based on the level of susceptibility, ranging from very low to very high. This study used the area under receiver operating characteristic curve (AUC-ROC), overall accuracy, and precision methods to validate the results of the generated LSMs and compare and evaluate the performance. DL outperformed all validation methods compared to the others. Finally, it is concluded that the generated LSMs will assist decision-makers in mitigating the damage caused by landslides in the study area.
Lead-acid batteries for partial-state-of-charge applications
Authors: Kamenev Y. B. ,   Scientific and Technological Center of JSC Elektrotyaga, Lushina M. V. , Vasina I. A. ,   Scientific and Technological Center of JSC Elektrotyaga,   Scientific and Technological Center of JSC Elektrotyaga
Published: July 2024

Effect of graphite addition to negative material and of new material of negative grids of VRLA batteries have been studied for partial-state-of-charge applications.
THE MOROCCAN CRISES (1905-1911) AND THE POLICIES IMPLEMENTED BY THE OTTOMAN EMPIRE DURING THE CRISES
Authors: Çetin Mehmet
Published: July 2024

In the quarter of a century before the First World War, there were numerous economic and political developments that shaped the Allied and Entente blocs. The Moroccan crisis holds a decisive place within these developments. The struggle of the Western Powers to share Morocco at the beginning of the 20th century was at the center of the crisis. The unequal bilateral relations developed between the Ottoman Empire and the Western Powers during the process of opening up to capitalism influenced the foreign policy as well as the economic policies of the state. In this study, the economic, political and social foundations of the policies followed by the Ottoman Empire during the crisis in Morocco, which was both its neighbor in terms of its domination area and its ideological rival in the Islamic world, are discussed using primary sources. In this context, the aim of the study is to reveal whether the Ottoman Empire, depending on its perception of threat, tried to implement a set of reactive, preventive, and supportive policies towards Morocco in terms of military, political, or economic aspects. The findings of the study show that the policies implemented are carried out on a political and military basis and through indirect channels. As a matter of fact, the Ottoman Empire's approach to the Moroccan crises was shaped by Pan-Islamist policies under the influence of Germany, the preservation of its sovereign rights in North Africa, the protection of its subjects in the region, and the question of nationality and the repercussions of the Franco-German rivalry in Morocco on the Ottoman country.
Cybersecurity in the Age of Big Data: Implementing Robust Strategies for Organizational Protection
Authors: Buvvaji Hussain Vali , Sabbella Venkata Rama Reddy , Kommisetty Phani Durga Nanda Kishore
Published: July 2024

In the automotive domain, the trend of ECUs becoming central units facilitating deployment of functionalities sliced up across domains and their interlinking makes MC soberly complex. Some typical functionalities, as examples, are driven control and safety, electrification of the powertrain, and driving assistance. This phenomenon also led to a sharp increase in testing these MCs. Incidents such as those recently seen in highly and fully automated driving automobiles show that rigorous testing of such MCs for readiness to be released to the field is an exponentially increasing challenge. To cope with the MC wiring complexity and its handling efforts, hardware-in-the-loop testing devices are increasingly used to test MC software functionality. Incidentally, many MC customers often first test dumps of the MC software in their software integration labs or they use simulators known as models. The challenges of increasing the number of test cases to pass for the release candidate and the amount of test runs are similar.
Transformative Impacts of Chinese FDI: Catalyzing Technological Advancements and Economic Growth in Morocco
Authors: Touati Younes , Jingjie Feng , Ahmed Mohamed Salah Adawi
Published: July 2024

Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) plays a vital role in shaping the global economic landscape, driving growth, spurring technological innovation, and enhancing international competitiveness. This paper embarks on a deep dive into the multifaceted world of FDI, unraveling its core concepts, theoretical underpinnings, influencing factors, and profound economic impacts. Focusing on Morocco, the study traces the evolution and current status of FDI, showcasing the nation's strategic initiatives since the reform and opening up era aimed at magnetizing foreign investments. Through illuminating case studies of Chinese FDI in Morocco, the paper reveals the transformative effects on economic development, job creation, and technological transfer. The findings highlight the crucial need for optimizing the investment climate, boosting innovation capabilities, and fostering regional development to attract premium foreign investments and ensure long-term economic vitality.
Karl Barth, la misión y el Concilio Vaticano II. Comentarios de un observador ausente
Authors: Blanco Sarto Pablo ,   Universidad de Navarra
Published: July 2024

Karl Barth fue un atento espectador del concilio Vaticano II, a pesar de no haber participado en el evento eclesial por motivos de salud. El acercamiento a la Iglesia católica culmina con su visita a Roma en 1966. En sus escritos teológicos y sus comentarios al concilio, puede apreciarse su disposición a afrontar los temas de la relación entre la Revelación y la Escritura, la liturgia, los laicos, el ecumenismo, las religiones, así como las dimensiones misionera y kerigmática de la Iglesia. Estos textos de Barth no son del todo conocidos en lengua española, y por ello los ofrecemos a continuación. En ellos, el teólogo suizo realiza una lectura atenta y crítica desde el punto de vista reformado en temas importantes como la hermenéutica bíblica, la idea de Iglesia, el lugar de María en la historia de la salvación, las religiones y la libertad religiosa. Abordamos pues estos textos con un método histórico-crítico y desde una perspectiva ecuménica, sirviéndonos también de la bibliografía precedente. Destaca el interés de Barth por los textos conciliares, de los que pretende extraer el espíritu del Vaticano II, y los resultados obtenidos nos permiten apreciar tanto su perspectiva reformada y la predominante dimensión misionera del Vaticano II, como la voluntad ecuménica de considerar muy en serio este importante evento eclesial también para los protestantes.
“¿Hasta cuándo no vengarás nuestra sangre?” (Ap 6, 9-11): el escándalo de la violencia divina en el Apocalipsis de Juan
Authors: Santos Utrini Heitor Carlos ,   Pontificia Universidad Católica de Río de Janeiro, da Silveira Siqueira Fábio ,   Pontificia Universidad Católica de Río de Janeiro
Published: July 2024

El lenguaje apocalíptico no deja de causar cierta perplejidad en aquellos que se acercan al texto sagrado. Esta contribución busca presentar una investigación sobre la posible conciliación entre el pedido de venganza por parte de los justos, contenido en Ap 6,10, y la visión sobre los enemigos presentada por Cristo en el Nuevo Testamento. Para cumplir con este objetivo, se analizará, en primer lugar, el lenguaje apocalíptico. Siendo un fenómeno literario típico de la cultura israelí, este género apocalíptico utiliza símbolos, visiones, relatos de audiencias y otros recursos, que necesitan ser entendidos correctamente dentro de su contexto literario y teológico para llegar al núcleo del mensaje. En un segundo momento se presenta la traducción y un breve comentario exegético-teológico de Ap 6,9-11, con especial atención al v. 10. Luego, se analiza el tema de la violencia en la narrativa apocalíptica y, finalmente, se ofrece una reflexión sobre el tema de la venganza y su significado en el contexto apocalíptico. El artículo busca contribuir a una mirada más contextual de la perícopa, analizando los temas de la justicia, la retribución y la salvación, así como dialogar con otras áreas, especialmente la historia y la ética, en la superación de las lecturas fundamentalistas. La investigación demuestra que la comprensión del versículo en cuestión sólo se da cuando se lo considera en el contexto de la perícopa, donde la venganza no aparece como resultado de una acción bélica sino como participación en el misterio pascual de Cristo.
Persistence in Truth: The Indian Path Towards Independence
Authors: Shauro Irina G. ,   Associate Professor of the Department of History of State and Law of the Kutafin Moscow State Law University (MSAL), PhD (Law)
Published: July 2024

The article is based on the works by M. Gandhi to describe the key conditions for obtainment of independence that he singled out: swaraj (self-governance), swadeshi (self-reliance) and satyagraha (civil disobedience and non-cooperation as a method of non-violent political struggle).
Relevant Problems of Intra-System Cooperation Between Federal Executive Authorities
Authors: Ibragimov Oleg A. ,   Junior Scientific Assistant of Faculty of Training of Research and Academic Personnel No. 3 of the Management Academy of the Ministry
Published: July 2024

One of the directions of improving the activities of executive bodies is associated with the construction of an effective organizational and legal model of their intra-system interaction. At the federal level, this task is special significance because of the national importance of the management decisions taken. The dichotomous legal nature of the interdepartmental interaction system of federal executive bodies is due to the subordinate regulatory regulations of its organization. Legislative gaps and uncertainties in the legal status of the unified management center of this system, the Government of the Russian Federation, devalues the preparation and implementation of strategic planning measures by federal executive bodies. An equally significant problem is the absence of a unified digital platform for interdepartmental interaction, which makes it possible to speed up and streamline direct and feedback communications between bodies and officials.
Flatform Konseling Virtual ; Wujud Trasformasi Edukasi Terapeutik di Fasilitas Pelayanan Kesehatan
Authors: Hidayat Taufik , Ariani Anita , Akbar Nadzmi , Amrullah Amrullah
Published: July 2024

Virtual counseling platforms provide the ability to maintain connectivity between healthcare providers and their patients. Patients can quickly receive diagnoses, enabling faster and more accurate responses to any changes in their health. This article explains the implementation and therapeutic education phases in healthcare facilities, particularly hospitals and community health centers, using virtual counseling platforms in telemedicine programs through a literature review and a descriptive approach. The policy for the therapeutic education process in virtual counseling platforms in healthcare facilities is divided into eight stages: assessing educational needs, medical record-keeping, disease diagnosis, medical equipment safety, pain management, diet and nutrition, rehabilitation techniques, and verification of understanding received. There are five therapeutic education topics: patient-oriented, disease-oriented, patient safety-oriented, rehabilitation material, and prevention material. In the virtual counseling platform, healthcare providers implement seventeen implementation actions in the therapeutic education process based on the educational phases. First, in the Pre-Interaction Phase, the implementation actions include self-evaluation, setting the stages of virtual counseling therapeutic education, and creating a written plan according to established SOPs. Second, in the Orientation Phase, implementation actions include introducing oneself, scheduling meetings (contracting), building rapport and trust, initiating a conversation, and closing the introduction session. Third, in the Working Phase, implementation actions involve increasing the patients' understanding and awareness of themselves, developing independence competencies, therapeutic actions, conducting health education, collaboration, delegation, and observation. Fourth, in the Termination Phase, implementation actions include making temporary terminations, final terminations with evaluation of actions, and contracting for follow-up care and treatment outcomes.
Relevansi Pilar Moderasi Beragama Quraish Shihab pada Upacara Rambu Solo’ Toraja di Kelurahan Ratte Buttu, Tana Toraja
Authors: Ramadhan Muhammad , Fuadi Anwar , Dahlan Bayani , Nuryadin Nuryadin , Gifari Akhmad
Published: July 2024

Indonesia, a country with a rich cultural tapestry, is not immune to the challenges posed by cultural conflicts. These conflicts are often rooted in historical tensions between tribes and religions, which continue to manifest in the form of respect, mutual respect, and the acceptance of differences. A solution is required to cultivate an attitude of religious moderation as a way of life in order to maintain harmony by upholding the pillars of justice, balance and tolerance. These pillars were initiated by Quriash Shihab using qualitative methods. It was found that the pillar of religious moderation has relevance to the traditions of the Tana Toraja people in the Rambu Solo event. The funeral tradition of Rambu Solo teaches about unity and social balance between people in ceremonial traditions, justice between followers of one religion and tolerance between adherents of Christianity as the majority and Islam as a minority religion.
Gender Bias in Academic Writing: Challenges and Equity Strategies
Authors: Rahman Muhammad Arinal
Published: July 2024

This review synthesizes existing research on the intricate relationship between gender and academic writing, exploring gendered writing styles, perceptions of writing quality, representation in academic publishing, intersectionality with other social identities, and interventions to promote gender equity. Findings reveal nuanced variations in writing practices, with female scholars tending toward more tentative styles and male scholars favoring assertive approaches. Evaluation biases persist, perpetuating gender stereotypes that impact grading and recognition. Structural inequities manifest in academic publishing landscapes, hindering diverse representation. An intersectional lens elucidates the compounding effects of gender, race, class, and disciplinary affiliations. Interventions proposed include gender-neutral guidelines, bias training, diversity initiatives, and institutional policies supporting inclusivity. While progress has been made, ongoing efforts are needed to dismantle persisting biases, address inequities, and cultivate equitable spaces valuing diverse voices in knowledge production. This comprehensive review informs future research directions and institutional strategies toward gender equity in academic writing.
El diseño antes del diseño: una historia de los sujetos desde los objetos
Authors: Castillo Taracena Carlos Rafael , Morales Calderón Hernán Ovidio
Published: July 2024

El artículo examina la intersección entre diseño industrial, arqueología industrial y sociología de la tecnología, proporcionando nuevas perspectivas sobre el desarrollo de la industria y de la producción artesanal en Guatemala y su relación con la modernización del país, poniendo al centro del análisis al hacedor.
Transferencia de tecnología para el bien común
Authors: Ovalle Hernández Eduardo José
Published: July 2024

En este escrito se examina a través de un enfoque analítico-sintético y una revisión sistemática de fuentes relevantes, la problemática de los efectos adversos de la tecnología en la sociedad, la economía y el medio ambiente, considerando principios como la ecología integral, el metabolismo urbano, la transferencia tecnológica para el bien común, la reducción de la brecha tecnológica y el acceso equitativo a la tecnología en entornos rurales.
Parasite Prevalence in Slaughtered Animals in Relation to Host Origin and Host Age
Authors: Al-Ghamdi Ali , Morsy Kareem , Idris Eltahir , Ibrahim Mohamed M.
Published: July 2024

Background: The productivity of livestock production has been greatly impacted by parasitic diseases. The infection prevalence of parasites in native and imported slaughtered animals has not received much attention, despite the fact that Saudi Arabia has data on animal parasites. This study aimed to determine the infection prevalence of parasites in slaughtered animals in relation to host origin and host age. Methods: This investigation was conducted at Al Makhwah area in southwestern Saudi Arabia for six months from September 2021 to February 2022. The examined animals were 1208 in total, including goats (504), sheep (440), and cattle (264). All the animals examined were slaughtered at official abattoirs. The collected parasites were preserved, processed, and identified. Result: Out of 1208 examined, 72 were infected (5.96%). The parasite community consisted of six species, Dicrocoelium dendriticum, Fasciola hepatica, F. giagantica, Monezia expansa, Echinococcus granulosus (Hydatiid cyst), and Haemonchus contortus. Hydatidosis was a more prevalent parasitic disease. The infection prevalence of hydatidosis in the examined animals was high in cattle (4.85%) while were 3.76 and 4.77% in goats and sheep respectively. Significant differences in prevalence per host age in goats, sheep, and cattle were found. The prevalence of parasites in imported animals was higher (16.67, 17.5, and11.36 % in cattle, sheep, and goats respectively) as compared to that in native ones (5.42, 6.5, and 3.69% in cattle, sheep, and goats respectively). Based on our findings, Hydatidosis was identified as the most prevalent parasitic disease. Imported animals had a higher parasitic infection compared to local animals. It is essential to take necessary measures to prevent the transmission of Hydatidosis and improper organ condemnation from abattoirs. We recommend conducting further research to identify the reasons why imported animals are more likely to become infected than local animals.
Optimizing Seed Priming Duration and Copper Levels for Coriander (Coriandrum sativum L.) Germination and Vigour
Authors: Verma Varsha , Nair Reena , Rai H.K. , Thakur R.S. , Budholiya Ayushi
Published: July 2024

Background: An experiment was carried out in the STR Laboratory, Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya, Jabalpur, MP, during the Rabi season of 2022-2023 to determine the impact of seed priming time and copper levels on seed germination and vigour characteristics of the coriander seedlings. Method: The experiment was laid out in completely randomized design (CRD) with three replications and 12 treatment combinations of Copper levels (0, 300, 400 and 500ppm) and soaking duration (14, 16 and 18 h). Results: The outcomes demonstrated that priming treatments had a noteworthy impact on seedling germination and vigour traits. Significantly higher germination (82%), least mean germination time (7.9 days), maximum germination index (22.83), longest radicle (17.30 cm) and plumule length (13.09 cm), maximum vigour index-I (2374.05 cm) and vigour index-II (12.29 g) and lowest mortality rate (18%) was observed when seeds were primed with Cu @ 500 ppm soaking for 16 h. Success of crop production depends on quality of seeds and it’s germination percentage. Quality of seed susceptible to diverse climatic conditions resulting poor vigour and germination. Since availability of quality seed of coriander is very low, seed priming is an excellent technique which improves germination and better crop stand.
Assessment of Genetic Stability in Chickpea Varieties Through GGE and AMMI Analyses
Authors: Shekhawat Harsh Vardhan Singh , Meena Vijay Kamal , Choudhary Kapil , Sharma Bhanu Prakash , Sharma Jitendra Kumar , Meena Suresh Chand
Published: July 2024

Background: Chickpea is grown in diverse agro-climatic conditions and various varieties respond differently to these environments. Stability analysis identifies adaptable varieties that yield consistently across regions. Our study focuses on identifying high-yield, reliable chickpea varieties through extensive multi-environment trials Methods: To accomplish our research goal, we conducted a comprehensive stability analysis during 2020-21 and 2021-22 using 12 different methods which include parametric, non-parametric and PCA-based AMMI, GGE biplot analysis. This extensive analysis was applied to six distinct Chickpea varieties cultivated in three diverse environments. Result: CSJ515 consistently demonstrated stability in all 10 analyses, while GNG2144 and RSG959 showed stability in 7 analyses. GNG1958 exhibited stability in four analyses and GNG2171 and RSG974 were stable in 3 and 2 analyses, respectively. These results suggest that CSJ515, GNG2144 and RSG959 have broad and stable adaptability across diverse environments.
Cluster Frontline Demonstration: An Effective Technology Dissemination Approach for Maximization of Productivity and Profitability of Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.)
Authors: Jakhar Shish Ram , Tripathy Sarvesh , Sharma Barkha , Kantwa Chatra Ram , Ghaswa Ramdhan , Bhadauria Rohatash Singh , Kumar Sushil , Tiwari Gyanendra Pratap
Published: July 2024

Background: Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) is a premier legume crop of Fabaceae family. It is also known as gram and Kabuli chana. It is one of the major rabi season pulse crop of the Ratlam district. The main objective of this study is the enhance production and productivity of chickpea through CFLDs with latest and specific technologies viz- large seeded high yielding varieties and resistance to fusarium wilt (RVG 202) chickpea variety under best package of practices. The major problem of ratlam district is productivity of chickpea is very low because of non-adoption of latest intervention by the farmer’s like use wilt resistant variety, imbalance use of plant nutrient, water stress at critical stage, infestation of weeds and incidence of pest. Methods: The present study was carried out by the Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Jaora, Ratlam District (M.P) during rabi season. Total 110 demonstration in farmer’s field of ratlam district during two years i.e., from rabi, 2020-21, rabi 2021-22 on integrated crop management (ICM). Front line demonstration on chickpea were organized five cluster of ratlam district. The demonstration intervention technology is improved variety (RVG-202), Optimum seed rate 80 kg/ha, properly seed treatment, crop nutrient management RDF as per STV, water management at critical stages, weed management and application of IDM module for the management of disease. Result: The results of study show a positive impact onfarming community due to the significant enhancement in crop yield greater than farmer. Results of the study revealed that the interventions increase demonstration field seed yield of chickpea by 30.76 and 32.71% over the farmers' field respectively, both the years. The average intervention technology gap (3.04 q/ha) extension gap 4.08 q/ha) and Technology index 15.22% suggested further improvement in the extension activities. The annual average benefit: cost ratio was higher (2.43 and 2.52) of the demonstrated plot compare to farmers plot (1.95 and 1.97), respectively. The similar trend was observed in terms of gross and net income returns which was demonstration plot is Rs 94589 Rs 67385 and under farmer's plot it was Rs 72783 and Rs. 49283 respectively.