bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Malaria: respuesta inmune, sensibilidad y especificidad de las pruebas	rápidas
Authors: Reyes-Baque Javier Martín , Loor-Solórzano Marcos Ariel , Moreira-Loor Cindy Stefany
Published: February 2024

La malaria es un problema de salud y los intentos por erradicarla han fracasado en diversas regiones del mundo, debido al desarrollo de la resistencia y evasión inmune por parte del parásito del género Plasmodium, ante esto su detección, las pruebas rápidas se caracterizan por su pronto diagnóstico y es preciso lograr resultados confiables y de utilidad clínica. El presente trabajo tiene como objetivo indagar por medio de una revisión bibliográfica la influencia de la sensibilidad y especificidad que tienen las pruebas rápidas en el laboratorio clínico. La metodología utilizada para el desarrollo del presente estudio, fue la búsqueda en meta buscadores, sobre artículos de rigor científico, que fueron publicados entre 2017 y 2023, proveniente de distintos países, sin hacer distinción de idiomas. Los resultados mostraron que ambas variables de control mantienen estándares altos de confiabilidad y seguridad ante la respuesta de infecciones por malaria. Se concluye que la importancia de aplicar el control de calidad en las pruebas rápidas durante su procesamiento, garantiza el monitoreo y mayor precisión en los resultados.
Factores de riesgo que pueden incidir en el embarazo adolescente desde la perspectiva de la sociedad en la Unidad Educativa La Unión
Authors: Palacios-Dueñas Abad Eduardo , Marcillo-Mero Thalía Milena , Delgado-Alvia José Bernardi
Published: February 2024

El embarazo en la adolescencia se ha convertido en uno de los más grandes desafíos de la salud pública, que gira en torno a la inaccesibilidad a educación e información en salud sexual y reproductiva en esferas de importante influencia como la familia, centros educativos y sociedad, generando conductas sexuales de riesgo y por tanto un incremento de la tasa de fecundidad en adolescentes en los últimos años, especialmente, en aquellas en edades tempranas. Los factores que contribuyen al embarazo adolescente son multifactoriales y van desde el comportamiento individual, los tradicionales y los socioculturales hasta los religiosos. Es indiscutible que el bajo nivel socioeconómico, la educación limitada y la actividad sexual temprana pueden perpetuar el embarazo en la adolescencia. Se realizo un estudio descriptivo mediante una encuesta en un total de 16 padres de familia de adolescentes de la unidad educativa la Unión con el fin de evaluar el nivel de conocimiento en base a los factore de riesgo del embarazo en la adolescencia. En los resultados que mas destacaron se observo que en cuanto a si los padres y madres deben apoyar más a los hombres que a las mujeres cuando inicia la adolescencia o pubertad, el 38% refirió que sí y el 63% que no. En relación con la comunicación sobre temas de violencia el 63% refirió si hablar con sus hijos sobre situaciones de violencia mientras que el 38% refirió que no. En conclusión el embarazo adolescentes se ve influenciado por una variedad de factores de riesgo que van desde la falta de educación sexual, acceso a los anticonceptivos, presiones sociales y económicas.
EDUCAÇÃO E CIÊNCIA: CAMINHOS CRUZADOS PARA A INCLUSÃO ESCOLAR
Authors: Guimarães Willian
Published: February 2024

Este artigo explora a intersecção entre a produção de conhecimento científico e a prática da inclusão escolar, destacando a importância de abordagens interdisciplinares e democráticas na educação. Discutindo as contribuições de teóricos como Judith Butler, Thomas Laqueur e Donna Haraway, argumentamos a favor de uma ciência que reconhece a coprodução do conhecimento científico e social, desafiando as tradicionais dicotomias entre o natural e o social, bem como o biológico e o cultural. Propomos uma reflexão crítica sobre como a ciência, ao integrar perspectivas inclusivas e diversas, pode contribuir para práticas pedagógicas mais abrangentes e justas. Enfatizamos a necessidade de uma educação científica que seja consciente de sua própria construção sociocultural e que promova a inclusão efetiva de todas as vozes na construção do conhecimento. Este trabalho sugere caminhos para uma educação que valorize a diversidade e prepare os alunos para participarem de uma sociedade cada vez mais complexa e interconectada.
ANEURISMAS CEREBRAIS: UMA ABORDAGEM ABRANGENTE DESDE OS MECANISMOS DE FORMAÇÃO ATÉ AS ESTRATÉGIAS TERAPÊUTICAS MODERNAS, INCLUINDO DIAGNÓSTICO POR IMAGEM E INTERVENÇÕES CIRÚRGICAS
Authors: Teixeira Igor Luis Lins , Barros Eliab Batista , Alves Pedro Henrique Paes , Orellana Ariel Bustamante , Loureiro Lorena dos Santos Bruce , Mendonça Thiago Dutra , Martins Karoline Petricio , Campigotto Roberto Spadoni , Vieira Leonardo Guilherme Lobato Rodrigues
Published: February 2024

Os aneurismas cerebrais representam uma preocupação médica significativa, caracterizados por uma dilatação localizada e anormal das artérias cerebrais. Estas anomalias vasculares representam riscos substanciais, incluindo potencial ruptura, hemorragia e consequente comprometimento neurológico ou fatalidade. A metodologia para a revisão sistemática intitulada "Aneurismas Cerebrais: Uma Abordagem Abrangente dos Mecanismos de Formação às Estratégias Terapêuticas Modernas, Incluindo Diagnóstico por Imagem e Intervenções Cirúrgicas" envolveu uma pesquisa sistemática conduzida no banco de dados PUBMED usando termos MESH específicos: "Aneurisma Intracraniano", "Therapeutics " e "Diagnóstico". A busca limitou-se a artigos publicados nos últimos quatro anos (2021-2024) e incluiu apenas revisões sistemáticas. Aneurismas intracranianos representam uma condição clínica complexa que requer abordagens terapêuticas precisas. Diversos estudos têm sido conduzidos para avaliar a eficácia e segurança de diferentes intervenções nesse contexto. Os aneurismas cerebrais representam uma patologia vascular complexa com implicações clínicas de longo alcance. Desde a sua patogênese indescritível até aos meandros do diagnóstico por imagem e das intervenções terapêuticas, o tratamento dos aneurismas cerebrais exige uma compreensão abrangente dos seus mecanismos subjacentes e uma abordagem de cuidados criteriosa e centrada no paciente.
A ABORDAGEM DO PROBLEMA DO CONHECIMENTO PELO MÉTODO DIALÉTICO NA FENOMENOLOGIA DO ESPÍRITO DE HEGEL
Authors: De Sousa Leilson Pereira
Published: February 2024

A filosofia de G.W.F.Hegel construiu um vasto sistema, o qual possui como ponto de partida para sua compreensão a abordagem do problema sobre o conhecimento. Parte-se assim de uma premissa crítica ao projeto elaborado por Immanuel Kant e sua postulação uma dualidade epistêmica insuperável entre fenômeno e númeno, fundada na diferença radical entre sujeito e objeto. Rompendo com essa concepção, Hegel empreende a própria negação da metafísica da modernidade, através da superação da dicotomia epistemológica fundamental exposta logo na “Introdução” e articulada ao logo de toda a obra Fenomenologia do Espírito, a qual foi planejada inicialmente como preâmbulo para o estudo de seu sistema propriamente dito. O objetivo hegeliano é o de ultrapassar as dualidades características do pensamento filosófico ocidental, a partir do método dialético preconizado e posto em prática logo no capítulo inicial do livro, no qual se analisa a concepção do conhecimento enquanto certeza sensível.
A SUSTENTABILIDADE NO MUNDO DO ESPORTE COMO TRANSFORMAÇÃO SOCIAL
Authors: Da Cruz Tania Regina de Oliveira , De Oliveira Maria Clementina
Published: February 2024

Este artigo tem como objetivo analisar a relevância das ações de sustentabilidade no esporte como uma forma de transformação social para a conscientização de atitudes responsáveis visando a redução significativa do impacto ambiental. O meio ambiente e o lócus de habitação de todos os seres vivos, logo preservá-lo e conservá-lo, é a única forma imperativa de continuação da vida, e de preferência com qualidade para todos. Isto torna-se ainda mais premente tendo em conta o estado de devastação, de degradação do planeta e o carecimento de sustentabilidade para as futuras gerações. Com o presente estudo almeja-se responder a seguinte problemática: qual a relevância das ações de sustentabilidade no esporte para a redução significativa do impacto ambiental.  E para responder a referida questão utilizou-se a metodologia qualitativa descritiva com auxílio da pesquisa bibliográfica em artigos e revistas científicos. Conclui-se que o caminho para sustentabilidade ambiental perpassa pela conservação e preservação, uma vez que é imprescindível intensificar as ações de conscientização com condutas que gerem transformações que sejam duradouras e ao mesmo tempo de resultados imediatos. Ao combinarem os seus esforços, tanto as organizações desportivas como as ambientais podem dar um contributo mais significativo para a salvaguarda do ambiente.
DESAFIOS E OPORTUNIDADES NA GERAÇÃO OU CIRCULAÇÃO DE RENDA POR MEIO DE BENS E PRODUTOS CULTURAIS NA CIDADE DE JAPERI: UMA ANÁLISE DAS INICIATIVAS PÚBLICAS ENTRE OS ANOS DE 2021 E 2023
Authors: Dubeux Veranise Jacubowski Correia , Machado Leonardo Augusto de Souza
Published: February 2024

O presente trabalho visa identificar os desafios e oportunidades vivenciadas pela Gestão Pública e pelos Agentes Culturais de Japeri, no que diz respeito a geração ou circulação de renda por meio de bens e produtos culturais entre os anos de 2021 e 2023. Para atingir esse objetivo foi realizada uma pesquisa exploratória de abordagem qualitativa com a realização de levantamento documental e de entrevistas semiestruturadas com o Secretário Municipal de Cultura e com Agentes Culturais, possibilitando compreender o cenário cultural atual e identificar as perspectivas de produção a curto e médio prazo. O texto aponta que apesar dos esforços da gestão pública na capacitação de profissionais e na promoção de eventos que movimentem a economia da cidade, a geração de renda para os profissionais da cultura ainda é insuficiente, evidenciando a necessidade de um trabalho contínuo de percepção da cultura como geração de renda.
Medical management of cutaneous lymphoma and associated ileus in a labrador dog
Authors: P Tamilarasi , M Saravanan , P K Ramkumar , S Yogeshpriya , K Kannan , S Senthilkumar
Published: February 2024

A 6-year-old male Labrador dog was presented to the Small Animal Medicine unit of the Veterinary Clinical Complex, Veterinary College and Research Institute, Orathanadu with a history of hair loss and multiple skin lumps all over the body. The dog was treated for atopic dermatitis past three weeks. Clinical examination revealed generalized alopecia, lymphadenopathy and nodule-like skin lumps were noticed all over the body. Hemato-biochemical analysis revealed anaemia, lymphocytosis and hypoproteinemia. FNAC of skin lump revealed cutaneous lymphoma. Radiography and ultrasonography examination revealed no evidence of metastasis. The dog was treated with modified Wisconsin Madison protocol. On the 15th week of protocol dog showed a distended abdomen and constipation, further abdominal ultrasonography revealed a distended loop and ileus. Hence the present case was diagnosed as vincristine-associated ileus in a dog. Neostigmine was administered to restore the intestinal motility. The dog showed uneventful recovery from cutaneous lymphoma and as well as vincristine-associated ileus.
Study on Effect of Immunoglobulins in treatment of Canine Parvovirus infected Dogs
Authors: Sudhakara Reddy Bhavanam , Swetha Kambala , Sivajothi Sirigireddy
Published: February 2024

Canine parvovirus infection is one of the most common well-known diseases in dogs caused by CPV 2 strains with high morbidity and mortality rates. The present communication documents the effect of intravenous administration of immunoglobulin in the rise of leucocyte count in dogs with parvo viral infection. Confirmation of the canine parvovirus infection was carried out by the detection of CPV antigen in the faeces of dogs by chromatographic immunoassay principle and these dogs were negative for CCV antigen, ancylostoma infection. Six dogs aged between 2 to 6 months were selected to administer the purified immunoglobulin in addition to the symptomatic and fluid therapy. Therapeutic response was noticed by elevation in the leucocyte count on the fifth day of therapy. In conclusion, it is highly recommended the administration of immunoglobulin at the early stage of infection will be helpful in fast recovery and saving the dogs.
Efficacy of Oral Sarolaner in Canine Demodicosis
Authors: K Mohanambal , K Satish Kumar
Published: February 2024

Dogs presented to small animal dermatology unit of Veterinary Clinical Complex, Rajendranagar with a comprehensive history of widespread itching, alopecia, thickened skin, skin discoloration, formation of scales and crusts with normal deworming and vaccination status were taken for the study. Clinical examination was carried out and dogs having signs of lichenified skin, alopecia, erythema, papules, comedones, as well as the presence of Demodex mite on skin scrapping were included in the study. these dogs were treated by randomly dividing them into two groups, viz., group I (n=28) treated with tab. ivermectin (400 mcg/kg, PO, SID) until two successive negative scrapings and group II (n=28) treated with tab. Sarolaner, an iso oxazoline-class parasiticide administered orally at a dosage of 2 mg/kg once a month. Mites were counted once in 15 days in both groups. Parasitological cure in group I was 60.71, 78.57 and 92.85 percent respectively, in subsequent months, whereas in group II 67.85 and 100 percent respectively, after the first and second month of therapy. Remarkably, the dogs of group II exhibited complete clinical recovery by the second month of treatment without any relapse. Additionally, all the dogs were also managed with chlorhexidine shampoo bath weekly once and immune-boosting syrup once a day.
Dystocia due to Breech presentation with cranio -skeletal malformations in a crossbred cow
Authors: S Rajasokkappan , S Rajan , T Govindarasu , R P Nisha , T Suganya
Published: February 2024

A third calving full term pregnant Jersey cross bred cattle was presented to Veterinary Poly Clinic with the history of calving difficulty. All the vital sign parameters of the Dam were within the normal limits. The animal is on sternal recumbency. Upon vaginal examination, it was found that the cervix was fully dilated. Additionally, a breech presentation was observed. Detailed vaginal examination and manipulations the calf was brought to extended position of hind legs. Then by careful assistance hind limb was dragged outside then the calf's hip and thigh region were locked at the pelvic brim of the dam, making delivery difficult. Despite ample lubrication, a bulldog calf with cranio-skeletal malformations was delivered. These malformations are attributed to hereditary causes, primarily driven by recessive autosomal genes. The communication highlights the importance of understanding genetic predispositions and conducting thorough examinations during pregnancy to detect such anomalies early. It also emphasizes the need for careful breeding practices to minimize the risk of inherited disorders in livestock populations.
Problem-Based Learning (PBL) Physics Teaching Books Newton’s Gravity Force
Authors: Rahmawati Novi , Azizah Auliatul , Salsabila Nabila , Sholehatennafiah Vivi , Fadah Hanim Isti , Safitri Riya , Kaneishia Sabrina , Mayasari Sinta , Mahmudyah Niken Noviana , Subiki  , Mahardika I Ketut
Published: February 2024

The purpose of this research is to test the validity and feasibility of physics textbooks that have been developed based on Problem Based Learning (PBL) on Newton's gravitational force material. This research uses development research methods. The validation sheet is used as a research instrument. The validation sheet was validated by two experts and declared valid according to predetermined criteria. Textbook validation data was collected from two experts, one textbook media expert and one physics material expert. There are two aspect criteria that are tested for validity, the form of dialogical and interactive presentation of language and the contextual nature of textbooks. The purpose of this research approach is to describe the effectiveness, validity and feasibility of using physics textbooks. The research results obtained are the percentage of aspects of dialogic and interactive language validation as well as aspects of contextual nature that have been tested by material experts obtained an average percentage of 87.5%, which means that the physics textbooks that have been developed are included in the feasible criteria. The results of the research tested by media experts on aspects of dialogic and interactive language as well as on aspects of contextual nature both obtained an average percentage of 100%. This means that a physics textbook based on Problem Based Learning (PBL) on Newton's gravitational force is very feasible to be tested based on validity testing by one material expert and one media expert.
Impact of Physics Modules Based on Problem Based Learning on The Problem-Solving Abilities of Students in the Material of Optical Instruments
Authors: Erika Erika , Susilawati Susilawati , Syahrial Syahrial , Hikmawati Hikmawati
Published: February 2024

The purpose of this study is to ascertain how students' problem-solving skills are affected by the use of a problem-based learning physics module. A nonequivalent control group design and a quasi-experimental research methodology are used. Test instruments in the form of descriptive questions and non-test instruments in the form of a questionnaire on student replies make up the instruments utilized. Students in grade XI at SMA Darul Falah for the academic year 2022–2023 make up the study population. Purposive sampling was used to choose the research sample, resulting in the experimental group consisting of 21 students from class XI MIPA 2 and the control group consisting of 21 students from class XI MIPA 1. For the experimental group, a customized problem-based learning module in physics was employed. The Problem-Solving Ability instrument consists of descriptive questions that have been tested for validity, reliability, difficulty level, and item discrimination. The experimental group's average post-test score was 83.66, compared to 60.09 for the control group. Both groups' data were uniformly distributed and homogeneous. The hypothesis test results indicated that the calculated t-value was greater than the critical t-value, specifically 6.33, which is higher than 2.02 for the post-test data. Therefore, the alternative hypothesis ( ) is accepted, and the null hypothesis ( ) is rejected, indicating an influence of using the physics module based on problem-based learning on students' problem-solving abilities in the topic of optical instruments. Based on the analysis of the questionnaire responses, students' responses improved after the implementation of the physics module based on problem-based learning, with an implementation percentage of 72%. In conclusion, there is an influence of using the physics module based on problem-based learning on students' problem-solving abilities in the topic of optical instruments.
OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE APPLIED IN PRICING RATE DESIGN IMPLEMENTATION
Authors: Ahmed Syed Adeel , Moore Brendan
Published: February 2024

Companies in competitive industries find themselves in positions of needing to provide quality goods and services in ways that are efficient in terms of both production and cost. Because of this pressure toward efficiency, the Ford Motor Company, among many others, has had to reorganize its operational strategy. We analyze the ten strategic operational areas in which Ford made improvements, and we then go on to apply this framework to other sectors, including the energy sector. In doing so, we give recommendations for ProRate Energy Inc.’s innovative rate design, called ProRate/CLEP, which can benefit and improve operational efficiencies in implementing this innovative time-of-use rate design.
Detecção de discurso de ódio em português usando CNN combinada a vetores de palavras
Authors: Silva Samuel C. , Serapião Adriane B. S.
Published: February 2024

The current work has proposed to study and to implement a convolutional neural network (CNN) allied to pre-trained (Wang2Vec and GloVe) and trainable word embeddings for hate speech detection in Portuguese. For sake of comparison, the implementation used different gradient descent optimizer functions (RMSprop, Adagrad, Adadelta and Adam), aiming to contrast the performance at each function. For such task, it were used three datasets of comments in Portuguese, annotated as offensive or not offensive. We have concluded that using this proposed approach the results were superior to those from the baseline, achieving higher F-score and accuracy measures.
Seleção de características utilizando Algoritmo Genético multiobjetivo e k-NN para predição de função de proteína
Authors: Santos Bruno C. , Silberschneider Cora , Rodrigues Marcos W. , Nobre Cristiane N. , Zárate Luis E.
Published: February 2024

The knowledge of a protein function is essential in many areas, such as bioinformatics, agriculture, and others. Therefore, it is necessary to provide efficient computational models that aim to find the function of a protein. Currently, there is a wealth of available information about protein, such as data from primary, secondary, tertiary and quaternary structures. One of the repositories that provide this information is the Sting DB, which has physicochemical information of the proteins, used by several authors. Our work proposes a methodology using the multiobjective genetic algorithm with non-parametric method k-NN during its genetic evolution, aiming to search the best subset of physical-chemical characteristics for the identification of protein classes. After that, we added new variables and applied PCA to the identified subset, to improve the classification process. In this step, we use the SVM due to its better performance with high dimensionalities data. The proposed methodology demonstrated accuracy values of 72.9% and an f-measure of 68.3%; also we gained about 90% efficiency in processing our approach compared to the previous model, allowing to add new attributes in an attempt to improve the prediction of protein function for future works.
Identification of the Brazilian academic roots through mining advisor-advisee relationships
Authors: Damaceno R. J. P. , Rossi L. , Mena-Chalco J. P.
Published: February 2024

This study seek to carry out an identification and analysis of academic roots using academic genealogy graphs as data source. These graphs are used to identify the academic roots of 85 areas of knowledge and analyze the influences prevailing between them. The results show that science in Brazil is young, with most of the PhD and master’s graduates having obtained an academic degree between the years 1980 and 2000. We detected some key areas of knowledge, such as Education and Medicine that exert a considerable influence on the mentoring of academics in several areas of knowledge. The significance of this study is that it employs a method to use mentoring relationships for the identification of the academic roots of areas of knowledge, that could be applied to any academic genealogical graph.
Schutz der kollektiven Verbraucherinteressen durch die BaFin
Authors: Diebel Jonas Béla
Published: February 2024

For the first time, this work deals in detail with the requirements of Section 4 (1a) FinDAG, which is important for supervisory practice. The work not only outlines the regulatory objective in the first sentence of the provision, but also examines the facts and legal consequences of the power to intervene in the second and third sentences in detail and comprehensively. The analysis is based on an examination of the relationship between public law and private law, which dissects the relationship between the two areas of law, particularly in the area of consumer law enforcement. Finally, proposals for amendments to Section 4 (1a) FinDAG are formulated on the basis of the findings.
Die Selbstbezichtigungspflicht des Aufsichtsrats nach eigenem Fehlverhalten
Authors: Böhme Caroline
Published: February 2024

Can supervisory board members be compelled to incriminate themselves? This question has received little attention in the legal literature. However, this has fundamentally changed with the so-called Easy-Software judgement of the Federal Court of Justice of 18 September 2018. This volume takes this ruling as an opportunity to examine the supervisory board's duty of self-incrimination from a legal-economic and legal-dogmatic perspective. The existing information asymmetry between the supervisory board and the company makes it necessary to disclose one's own misconduct. This duty can be based on the duty of loyalty of supervisory board members as members of corporate bodies.
Perspektiven auf Suizide und Suizidbeihilfe
Authors: Kiemer Anna Katharina
Published: February 2024

Since the Federal Constitutional Court lifted the ban on the organised promotion of suicide in Germany, a comprehensive and multi-perspective discourse on assisted suicide has emerged. The German Ethics Council has discussed the right to suicide and the phenomenology of the desire to die and suicide in two separate sessions. Anna Katharina Kiemer's research focuses on the transcripts of these Ethics Council meetings. By means of a system-theoretical semantic analysis of the legal, medical and ethical points of reference, the author demonstrates the potential of a synchronous thematization of the divergent perspectives and their contingency management strategies.
The Essential Total Knee
Authors: Catan Rene
Published: February 2024

Osteoarthritis (OA) is the single most common cause of disability in older adults. Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA) is a surgical procedure that is beneficial to a majority of patients suffering from OA. Still many are not able to access TKA because it is expensive. And yet despite advancement in technology that have driven increase in total costs of knee devices many aspects of these newer design and material components continue to be debated. Logic 1.0 is an all-poly, cruciate retaining total knee device that incorporates essential design features that adhere to basic principles of proven long-term results in order to lower down costs. It is potentially a cost-effective device to resource challenged patients without compromising on good clinical outcomes.
Constructing an Eligibility Index for the Federal Reserve Swap Line
Authors: Emin Doğuş , Kocamış Samet
Published: February 2024

This study explores the eligibility criteria for swap line agreements with the Federal Reserve (Fed) by constructing a composite index that incorporates macroeconomic and U.S.-related indicators. The aim is to provide insight into the factors affecting the Fed’s decision-making process and shed light on the variables that impact a country’s eligibility for swap lines focusing on the Global Financial Crisis period and Covid-19 pandemic period. Using logistic regression model and principal component analysis, the study constructs two sub-indices: the Macroeconomic Index and the U.S. Related Index. These indices capture relevant indicators likely used in the assessment process of countries. The model’s effectiveness is tested by analyzing countries that were rejected for swap line agreements. Findings reveal that several macro-level variables and U.S.-related variables significantly explain a country’s probability of establishing a secure swap line with the Fed. Key indicators include trade volume, real GDP, international reserves, external debt, and U.S. financial claims on foreign countries. The constructed composite index successfully predicts eligibility outcomes for the countries studied, demonstrating a high level of accuracy. Policy implications derived from the study highlight the importance of transparency, robust index construction, macroeconomic stability, bilateral relationships, and predictive modeling.
Lisbon Master Plans and Nature-Based Solutions
Authors: Saldanha Matos José , Ferreira Filipa
Published: February 2024

Sustainable drainage approaches differ from traditional design approaches to manage flooding risks, where runoff is regarded as a nuisance, instead of considering surface water as a valuable resource that should be managed for maximum benefits. Nature-based solutions (NBS) may deliver numerous services including supporting biodiversity, climate regulation, flood control, and water purification and supply. Nowadays, Lisbon city, in Portugal, has a strong commitment to sustainable land use, with particular focus on establishing green infrastructure networks, to counteract the effects of climate change, such as drought, extreme heat, and storm flooding. In this chapter, the Lisbon Drainage Master Plan (PGDL 2016–2030) and the Lisbon Strategic Plan for Water Reuse (LiSWaR) are presented, with an emphasis on green solutions, complementing the structural gray interventions that were included in PGDL 2016–2030 and are presently being implemented. Lisbon is proof that sustainability, rather than representing an extra cost, can deliver long-term savings and economic growth, while fostering social inclusion, with multiple benefits to its residents.
Higher Education in Israel in 2022: Peripheral Areas and the Impact of COVID-19
Authors: Haliwa Pinhas
Published: February 2024

This paper explores the continued growth in higher education in Israel since COVID-19 and specifically in its peripheral areas, using quantitative and qualitative measures. Access to higher education increased during the pandemic in 2020–2022, with more students from all parts of Israel, including its social and geographic periphery, beginning their studies during those years. Nevertheless, the gap between students from higher and lower-income localities persisted. The quantitative gap between the groups was also maintained when analyzing the number of people who pursued higher education within eight years of high school graduation. Qualitative gaps reflected by the prestige of the fields in higher education that students chose to study were maintained, and sometimes even grew. Students from higher-income localities took better advantage of opportunities for education than students from lower-income localities, thus preserving the gaps in earning power and limiting social mobility. Choosing professions that earn lower salaries is more common in the peripheral areas, due to the smaller selection of jobs there. Overeducation is also more common in the peripheral areas, where people often settle for jobs that do not suit their education to avoid moving away. This results in lower salaries, dissatisfaction with their jobs, and instability in workplaces.
Current Topics on Knee MRI
Authors: Rolando Ortiz Jorge , Gonzalez Juliana , Sebastian Herrera Juan
Published: February 2024

Knee pathology is one of the most common complaints worldwide. Among the most common complaints is ligamentous and meniscal injuries, for which MRI is the main diagnostic tool. Advances in MRI have improved the accuracy of detecting Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL), posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) and meniscal tears, which have helped orthopedic surgeons treat and classify injuries accordingly. Understanding the anatomy, different protocols and the advances will help orthopedic surgeons to deliver better patient care. MRI is especially important in ACL pathology due to its implication in femoral and tibial tunnel positioning; the more anatomically we can reconstruct the ACL, the better the functional outcomes. This is true for most of the ligamentous pathology of the knee. This chapter will review the current indication and further research areas in knee pathologies.
Freedom in the Mirror of University History
Authors: Mizerová Alena , Novotná Lea , Vyskočilová Radka , Gomola Radek
Published: February 2024

A university without its own publishing house is like a cathedral without an organ: wild-growing and silent. Masaryk University has got its publishing house, which even ranks among the largest in Central Europe by the number of publications, tirelessly spreading university knowledge and ethos not only through books, but on all present-day conceivable media. This jubilee publication brings a colourful panorama of the Munipress publishing house activities together with a historical overview. It is dedicated to the centenary of the Masaryk University and to all the silenced authors in its history.
Perlindungan Para Pihak Yang Melakukan Perjanjian Menggunakan Bitcoin Sebagai Objek Perjanjian
Authors: Vikri Aditama Muhammad
Published: February 2024

Indonesia dalam kegiatan perjanjian investasi menggunakan bitcoin di luar dari marketplace sebagai objek perjanjian masih belum ada kejelasan. Perjanjian bitcoin tersebut juga dapat menimbulkan masalah, seperti bursa kripto palsu, penipuan serta pencurian data pribadi. Penelitian ini mengambil rumusan masalah bagaimana bentuk penyelesaian sengketa dalam perjanjian bitcoin di luar marketplace dan bagaimana perlindungan hukum bagi para pihak yang melakukan perjanjian bitcoin di luar marketplace sebagai objek perjanjian. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian normatif yang meneliti bahan pustaka atau data primer dan sekunder. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa, bentuk perjanjian bitcoin di luar marketplace dapat dikatakan sah, hal ini dikarenakan perjanjian bitcoin tersebut telah memenuhi syarat sah perjanjian dalam pasal 1320 KUHPerdata, maka jika terjadi wanprestasi dalam perjanjian bitcoin tersebut penyelesaian sengketa yang dapat dilakukan para pihak, yakni melalui pengadilan dengan mengikuti proses pengadilan hingga putusan akhir maupun di luar pengadilan, yaitu konsultasi, negosiasi, mediasi, konsiliasi dan penilaian ahli. Perjanjian bitcoin di luar marketplace terdapat banyak risiko, guna dapat memenuhi keamanan para pihak dalam perjanjian tersebut, para pihak dapat diberikan perlindungan hukum, yaitu perlindungan hukum preventif dengan menggunakan prinsip kehati-hatian dan perlindungan represif dengan membawa pelanggaran ke dalam pengadilan.
Hubungan Dukungan Sosial dengan Kepercayaan Diri Pengguna Narkoba di Klinik Pratama BNNP Sumatera Barat
Authors: Violensia Nadea , Ardi Zadrian
Published: February 2024

This research is motivated by the phenomenon of drug users who are undergoing the rehabilitation process. Those who use drugs will be considered criminals, with these very negative impacts resulting in changes in their social environment, this is what causes a low sense of self-confidence in drug users. This research aims to describe: (1) social support, (2) self-confidence of drug users and, (3) examine the relationship between social support and self-confidence of drug users. This type of research uses a quantitative approach with a research method, namely a correlational descriptive method. The population of this study was 31 rehabilitation patients at the West Sumatra BNNP pratama clinic with a sample size of 31 patients using a total sampling technique. Based on research findings, namely, (1) overall social support is in the high category, (2) overall self-confidence of drug users is in the high category, (3) there is a significant positive relationship in the medium category (0.579) between social support and user self-confidence drugs at the West Sumatra BNNP pratama clinic. The implications for counseling services are in the form of individual counseling services, then group guidance services and family counseling.
Marketing Mix and Service Quality in Increasing Return-Treatment Decisions Through Patient Satisfaction and Patient Trust in Asyifa Husada Pamekasan Hospital
Authors:   Universitas 17 Agustus 1945 Surabaya, Nur Prinanti Khairatun Nisa , Halik Abdul ,   Universitas 17 Agustus 1945 Surabaya, Prastiwi Estik Hari ,   Universitas 17 Agustus 1945 Surabaya
Published: February 2024

With the development of healthcare service trends outside of hospitals, hospitals must strategically manage competition to maintain and increase the number of patients choosing to return for outpatient care. This research aims to delve deeper into the factors influencing patients' decisions to return for outpatient services at Asyifa Husada Pamekasan Hospital. The study utilizes a saturated sample, including all patients who have utilized medical services at Asyifa Husada Pamekasan General Hospital from October 2023 to December 2023, there are 100 individuals. However, only 96 individuals completed the questionnaire. Hypothesis testing in this research is conducted using the Structural Equation Model (SEM) based on Partial Least Square (PLS) approach. Based on the results of hypothesis testing, it was found that out of the 8 hypotheses processed in this study, 1 hypothesis indicated a non-significant influence, while the other 7 hypotheses showed a significant positive impact. In the research findings, the marketing mix variable (X1) and Service Quality (X2) have a positive and significant impact on Patient Satisfaction (Z1). Additionally, Service Quality (X2) has a positive and significant influence on Patient Trust (Z2), while the marketing mix variable (X1) does not have a significant impact on Patient Trust (Z2). Furthermore, the variables Marketing Mix (X1), Service Quality (X2), Patient Satisfaction (Z1), and Patient Trust (Z2) collectively have a positive and significant influence on the Decision to Return for Treatment (Y).
Corporate Governance Moderates the Relationship Between Capital Intensity and Thin Capitalisation with Tax Avoidance
Authors:   Pamulang University, Anggraini Anggun , ........... Indawati ,   Pamulang University, ............... Holiawati ,   Indonesia Open University
Published: February 2024

This study analyses Corporate Governance Moderates the Relationship between Capital Intensity, and Thin Capitalization with Tax Avoidance. The population in this study are industrial sector companies listed on the IDX for the period 2018-2022. The sampling technique used in this study was purposive sampling, obtained 14 company samples with a period of five years, so that 70 observation data were obtained. The data analysis used in this study used panel data regression. The results of this study can be seen that simultaneously the Corporate Governance variable Moderates the Relationship between Capital Intensity, and Thin Capitalization together with Tax Avoidance. Partially, the Capital Intensity variable has no effect on Tax Avoidance. Partially, the Thin Capitalization variable has a positive effect on Tax Avoidance. As for the Moderation results, it was found that Corporate Governance could not moderate the relationship between capital intensity and tax avoidance and Corporate Governance weakened the relationship between Thin Capitalisation and Tax Avoidance.
The Effect of Customer Orientation and Business Networking on Marketing Performance Through Competitive Advantage (Survey of Culinary Msmes In Surakarta)
Authors:   Faculty of Economics, Slamet Riyadi University Surakarta, Lamidi Lamidi , Rahadhini Marjam Desma ,   Faculty of Economics, Slamet Riyadi University Surakarta
Published: February 2024

This study aims to analyze the effect of entrepreneurial orientation and business networks on marketing performance through the competitive advantage of SMEs. MSMEs are required to be able to adapt the business environment and communicate innovative products in marketing to be able to reach consumers and reach target markets and reduce costs for business continuity. This research is a survey. The research population is culinary MSMEs in Surakarta. Data collection using a questionnaire. The sampling technique uses accidental sampling, as many 96 culinary MSMEs in Surakarta. Validity test uses Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA), and Cronbach's Alpha for reliability test. Data analysis uses Partial Least Squares (PLS). The results of the study show that entrepreneurial orientation and business networks influence marketing performance through competitive advantage. Entrepreneurial orientation and business networking have a role in improving and marketing products and expanding markets, so that MSMEs can survive and perform well during a pandemic and can increase market growth in the process of economic recovery.
The Effect of Philanthropic Corporate Social Responsibility on Local CSR Awareness: Examining the Role of Corporate Transparency in Ghana
Authors:   Business School, University of International Business and Economics (UIBE), Beijing, China., Kwakye Karikari Timothy , Liu Shimin ,   Business School, University of International Business and Economics (UIBE), Beijing, China.
Published: February 2024

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) refers to a broad spectrum of an organization's societal responsibilities. Philanthropic CSR initiatives, which go beyond legal and ethical duties, are increasingly seen as critical to improving CSR outcomes. However, the extent to which such initiatives influence local CSR awareness, particularly in emerging economies such as Ghana, and the role of corporate transparency in mediating this relationship leaves a gap in literature. This study used a quantitative research approach to estimate the effect of philanthropic CSR on local CSR awareness among Chinese companies operating in Ghana, with a particular emphasis on the mediating role of corporate transparency. Data was collected using a standardized questionnaire. Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) and Covariance-Based Structural Equation Modelling (CB-SEM) were used to investigate the hypothesized relationships and assess the proposed model's fit. There is a significant positive relationship (β = 0.202, p < 0.001) between philanthropic CSR and local CSR awareness. The relationship between philanthropic CSR and CSR awareness was also found to be mediated by corporate transparency, with a substantial indirect effect (= 0.268, p 0.001). The study concludes that philanthropic corporate social responsibility has a partial mediation effect on local CSR awareness via corporate transparency. The findings provide practical insights for corporations working in emerging economies, emphasizing the significance of improving their stance on corporate transparency in regards to undertaking philanthropic CSR initiatives with an expected outcome of raising local CSR awareness.
Dynamic Relationship Between External Debt, Inflation, and Exchange Rate in Lao PDR
Authors:   School of Economics and Trade, Hunan University, Changsha, China., KEOTHEPHAR  Keoudone , Nakhiengchanh Ananthala ,   Banking Institute, Bank of the Lao PDR, Laos., Keokinnaly Thonemy ,   Banking Institute, Bank of the Lao PDR, Laos., Lathsaath Chanhthasouk ,   Banking Institute, Bank of the Lao PDR, Laos.
Published: February 2024

This study investigates the dynamic relationship between external debt, inflation rate, and the exchange rate of the Lao Kip (LAK) against the US dollar over the period of 2000 to 2021. Utilizing time series data and the Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) Model, we analyze the impacts of these economic variables in both the short and long run. Our estimation results reveal a significant long-term positive relationship between external debt and the inflation rate with the exchange rate. Inflation rate and external debt have a significantly positive impact on exchange rate in the long run, while short-term analysis indicate a negative relationship between external debt and the inflation rate with the exchange rate. economic shocks or short-term fluctuations may disrupt the exchange rate, the system has a strong tendency to return to its long-term equilibrium point at a brisk pace. The policy implications are discussed. Therefore, policymakers must maintain a stable and controlled inflation environment. Inflation targeting and other monetary policy measures can be utilized to ensure that inflation remains within a manageable range. Keeping inflation under control can help stabilize the exchange rate and safeguard the country's economic stability.
Breaking down the enigma of out-of-field research teaching among private senior high schools in Davao City, Philippines: A transcendental phenomenological inquiry
Authors: Orville Evardo Jr.
Published: February 2024

Subject matter expertise goes far beyond simply knowing and regurgitating facts. It's a multifaceted ability encompassing a deep understanding of the content, pedagogical knowledge, assessment proficiency, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and cultivating positive attitudes and values. This transcendental phenomenological study was conducted to understand the lived experiences of SHS out-of-field research teachers in terms of assignment, instruction, and feedback. To grasp the phenomenon's essence, transcendental phenomenology aims to set aside the researcher's preconceived ideas and strive for neutrality. The study was participated by 14 teacher-participants from the selected private senior high schools in Davao City, Philippines. Findings show that in terms of assignment, participants' experiences include adherence and submission to school administrators, consideration of teacher potential, experience, and training, and feelings of anxiety and frustration. With regards to instructional experiences, it includes lack of experience, aptitude, and administrative support; difficulty in establishing authority and checking outputs. With those, participants must be resourceful and creative and engage in professional development activities. In terms of feedback, participants were honest and open-minded and experienced the welcoming nature of the students. The findings elaborate on the complex and multi-faceted nature of out-of-field teaching, which is expected to inspire improved teacher hiring and placement policy. It is recommended that educational institutions should provide professional development programs to help those out-of-field teachers stay updated with best practices.
Gambaran Pengetahuan, Sikap Dan Perilaku Remaja Tentang Bahaya Seks Bebas Di Sma Negeri 3 Ternate
Authors: Mitha Virayanti Intania
Published: February 2024

Seks bebas merupakan perilaku yang terjadi akibat timbulnya dorongan hasrat seksual. Remaja termasuk kelompok orang yang sangat rentan melakukan seks bebas, karena tingginya rasa ingin tahu, suka akan petualangan dan tantangan, serta berani mengambil risiko yang tidak disertai dengan pemikiran yang matang. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk memberikan gambaran mengenai tingkat pengetahuan, sikap, dan perilaku remaja tentang bahaya seks bebas pada pelajar SMA Negeri 3 Kota Ternate. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan penelitian deskriptif dengan pendekatan observational. Penelitian dilaksanakan di SMA Negeri 3 Kota Ternate. Waktu pengambilan dan pengumpulan data pada bulan Desember 2022 sampai dengan bulan Januari 2023, Digunakan dua jenis data dalam penelitian ini, diantaranya adalah primer dan sekunder. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukan pada 261 responden ditemukan bahwa sebanyak 151 responden (57,9%) adalah perempuan, sebanyak 136 responden (52,1%) pengetahuannya berkategori baik, sebanyak 194 responden (74,3%) memiliki sikap berkategori baik, dan sebanyak 230 responden (88,1%) memiliki perilaku seks bebas berkategori kurang. Kesimpulan penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa pengetahuan dan sikap yang dimiliki oleh mayoritas responden tergolong baik serta perilaku yang tidak mengarah pada seks bebas.