bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Além da picada: Os aspectos neuropsicológicos da dengue
Authors: Rozeira Carlos Henrique Barbosa , Silva Marcos Fernandes da , Silva Francisco Lúcio Alves da , Domingues Monique Goulart , Pimentel Monica Gomes Lírio , Mozer Virna Lisi , Silva Camila Santos da , Rocha Silas Augusto Marquito , Rozeira Carlos Felipe Barbosa , Araújo Shirlei de Oliveira Soares , Bolwerk Marculina Barros de Carvalho
Published: May 2024

A interação entre o adoecimento humano e sua história pessoal revela-se como um aspecto importante na compreensão da saúde. Somos seres psicossomáticos, em que mente e corpo estão intrinsecamente conectados. Recentemente, a psiconeuroimunologia e neurociências têm destacado a complexa interação entre fatores psicológicos e fisiológicos na saúde, superando a dicotomia entre o psíquico e o orgânico. Diante desse cenário, a infecção viral, como no caso da dengue, desencadeia respostas complexas tanto em nosso sistema imunológico quanto em nosso estado mental, influenciadas por experiências individuais e contextos sociais. Os impactos neuropsicológicos da dengue abrangem uma ampla gama de sintomas, incluindo comprometimento da memória, dificuldades de concentração, alterações de humor, disfunções executivas e distúrbios de linguagem. Essas manifestações refletem não apenas a gravidade da doença, mas também a necessidade urgente de uma compreensão mais aprofundada e de estratégias de intervenção mais eficazes. Neste contexto, este estudo visa explorar os aspectos neuropsicológicos associados à dengue, fornecendo uma revisão crítica e sintética da literatura. Ao compreender melhor os impactos da dengue no funcionamento cognitivo e emocional dos indivíduos afetados, estaremos melhor equipados para enfrentar os desafios que esta doença apresenta, promovendo uma abordagem mais abrangente e eficaz para seu manejo e prevenção.
Bartter syndrome: Case report
Authors: Costa Nathalie Borges , Prudente Sumaya Vieira Canedo , Cândido Vanessa Teodoro Laureano , Torres Luís Otávio , Campos Daiany Caixeta , Paulista Thalyson Cabral Araujo , Jardim Cibelle Camilo Barbosa , Nascimento Afonso Lucas Oliveira
Published: May 2024

Bartter's syndrome (BS) is a rare group of autosomal recessive diseases of the renal tubules, causing extensive salt elimination. It is classified into 5 types, based on genotype and phenotypic manifestations. A 24-year-old male patient reports growth failure, cramps, muscle weakness and leg pain since childhood with clinical worsening in recent years, making it impossible to walk. Laboratory tests: K 1.9 mmol/L; Mg 2.49 mg/dL; PTH 12.6 pg/mL; vitamin D 76.4 ng/mL; calcium 10.1mg/dL; renin 29.32 ng/mL/h; aldosterone 19.4 ng/dL. After the initiation of Aldactone 300mg/day, there was clinical and laboratory improvement. The patient was under outpatient follow-up. The diagnosis of BS is based on clinical findings, biochemical findings, and sonographic findings. Classical pharmacological therapy includes chloride supplementation, indomethacin protaglandin inhibitors, and aldosterone spironolactones antagonists. The in-depth understanding of the pathophysiology of these syndromes, facilitated by molecular diagnosis, highlights the importance of continuous study of these conditions for the development of more effective therapeutic strategies.
Surgical techniques
Authors: Teixeira Fernando César , Faria Sara Lauriane , Sousa Renata Ferreira , Lima Gustavo Cunha
Published: May 2024

The topic of "surgical techniques" encompasses a vast and diverse set of procedures and approaches used in medical practice to diagnose, treat, and cure a wide range of health conditions. These techniques are developed and refined based on scientific evidence, clinical experience, and technological advancements, aiming to ensure the efficacy, safety, and well-being of patients. From minimally invasive procedures to complex and highly specialized interventions, surgical techniques are constantly evolving to meet clinical needs and improve patient outcomes. Modern surgical practice is characterized by multidisciplinarity, involving collaboration between surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a holistic and integrated approach to patient care. In short, surgical techniques play a crucial role in contemporary medicine, offering effective and personalized solutions to a variety of medical problems while promoting excellence in clinical practice.
New neoplastic agents
Authors: Moura Thamires Chagas , Lira Emanuel Batista de Sousa , Santos Leonardo Junio dos , Santos Daniel Henrique Santiago Leon dos
Published: May 2024

New neoplastic agents represent a significant advance in oncology, offering innovative therapeutic options for the treatment of various neoplasms. These agents include targeted therapies, immunotherapies, and precision medicine approaches that specifically target cancer cells while minimizing damage to normal tissues. Targeted therapies focus on inhibiting specific molecular pathways involved in cancer growth and progression, such as tyrosine kinase inhibitors and monoclonal antibodies. Immunotherapies harness the power of the immune system to recognize and attack cancer cells, including immune checkpoint inhibitors and chimeric antigen receptor T cell (CAR-T) therapy. Precision medicine approaches involve the use of genomic profiling and molecular biomarkers to tailor treatment strategies to individual patients, allowing for more personalized and effective therapies. Overall, the new neoplastic agents offer promise of improved outcomes and quality of life for cancer patients, marking a paradigm shift in the management of this complex disease.
Short-term effects of integrative and complementary health practices on depression, anxiety, and stress: A longitudinal pilot study
Authors: Medeiros Líliam César de Castro , Bressane Adriano , Guariglia Eduardo Fontana , Esposito Elisa , Correia Olívia Balster Fiore , Silva Lanah Correa da , Ribeiro Julia Bertoldo
Published: May 2024

Background: Studies on Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) have been forming a significant body of evidence, but not without limitations. While most studies reported benefits, some of them reported mixed effects or inconclusive results. Objectives: This study investigates the short-term effects of CAM interventions on depression, anxiety, and stress scale (DASS). Furthermore, the research explored the underlying mechanisms linking interventions to observed effects. Study Design: A longitudinal pilot study was conducted, in which participants engaged in CAM-based interventions including Lian Gong, Forest bathing, Music therapy, Circle dancing, and Hatha-yoga. The Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS) was used to assess mental health before and after interventions. Methods: A total of 149 repeated measures were collected. Statistical analyses included paired comparisons using one-tailed tests (Student t-test or Wilcoxon test) based on the distribution of data. Effect sizes were calculated following established guidelines. A significance level of 0.05 and a test power of 0.8 were maintained. Results: The study demonstrated promising short-term reductions in DASS scores across different CAM interventions. Hatha-yoga notably reduced depression and stress with medium effect sizes. Lian Gong, Forest bathing, Circle dance, and Music therapy also showed significant reductions in these disorders, with varying effect sizes. Conclusions: This pilot study provides evidence of the positive impact of CAM on mental health, although effectiveness varies by intervention type. Hatha-yoga, Lian Gong, Forest bathing, Circle dance, and Music therapy all exhibited potential benefits. These findings underscore the importance of further research, including long-term longitudinal evaluations, to explore sustained effects and temporal variations over time.
The complications and symptoms of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS): A literature review
Authors: Santos Rafael de Carvalho dos , Silva Rafael Antunes da , Matias Geane Conceição , Vieira Ana Carolina Figueira , Cavichio Aline Figueira Carneiro da Silva , Carvalho Marcelle Ribeiro , Duda Mirella Fonseca Ribeiro , Silva Rayssa Vercosa Martins da
Published: May 2024

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a disease that affects neurons, especially motor neurons, affecting the ability to send electrical impulses correctly, resulting in impaired functioning of voluntary contraction muscles. ALS is a progressive degenerative disease, so as the disease progresses, the symptoms progress and worsen, causing the patient to stop performing movements such as breathing, as a result of the involvement of the diaphragm muscle. The diagnosis is often time-consuming, complex and multifactorial, causing the possible carrier to go through several medical processes until the diagnosis is made. In the treatment, methods are used that help to slow down the progression of the disease, with the aim of increasing the patient's survival period, preserving their autonomy as much as possible. To date, there is still no cure for ALS. However, with the care of a qualified multidisciplinary team, it is possible to provide the patient with comfort and welcome during their treatment.
‘Quantum of information’ functionality as a measure of subjectivity beyond the capabilities of deep learning.
Authors:   Silo AI, Lapinlahdenkatu 1C, 00180 Helsinki, Finland, Parida, S.
Published: May 2024

The potential of conscious artificial intelligence (AI), with its functional systems that surpass automation and rely on elements of understanding, is a beacon of hope in the AI revolution. The shift from automation to conscious AI, once replaced with machine understanding, offers a future where AI can comprehend without needing to experience, thereby revolutionizing the field of AI. In this context, the proposed Dynamic Organicity Theory of consciousness (DOT) stands out as a promising and novel approach for building artificial consciousness that is more like the brain with physiological nonlocality and diachronicity of self-referential causal closure. However, deep learning algorithms utilize "black box" techniques such as “dirty hooks” to make the algorithms operational by discovering arbitrary functions from a trained set of dirty data rather than
prioritizing models of consciousness that accurately represent intentionality as intentions-in-action. The limitations of the “black box” approach in deep learning algorithms present a significant challenge as quantum information biology, or intrinsic information, is associated with subjective physicalism and cannot be predicted with Turing computation. This paper suggests that deep learning algorithms effectively decode labeled datasets but not dirty data due to unlearnable noise, and encoding intrinsic information is beyond the capabilities of deep learning. New models based on DOT are necessary to decode intrinsic information by understanding meaning and reducing uncertainty. The process of “encoding” entails functional interactions as evolving informational holons, forming informational channels in functionality space of time consciousness. The “quantum
of information” functionality is the motivity of (negentropic) action as change in functionality through thermodynamic constraints that reduce informational redundancy (also referred to as intentionality) in informational pathways. It denotes a measure of epistemic subjectivity towards machine understanding beyond the capabilities of deep learning.
Hybrid Feature Selection with Chaotic Rat Swarm Optimization-Based Convolutional Neural
Authors: Sasirega D , Krishnapriya V.
Published: May 2024

Introduction: Early diagnosis of Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) is vital in reducing mortality rates. Artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms have increased the CVD prediction capability of clinical decision support systems. However, the shallow feature learning in machine learning and incompetent feature selection methods still pose a greater challenge. Consequently, deep learning algorithms are needed to improvise the CVD prediction frameworks. Methods: This paper proposes an advanced CDSS for CVD detection using a hybrid DL method. Initially, the Improved Hierarchical Density-based Spatial Clustering of Applications with Noise (IHDBSCAN), Adaptive Class Median-based Missing Value Imputation (ACMMVI) and Clustering Using Representatives-Adaptive Synthetic Sampling (CURE-ADASYN) approaches are introduced in the pre-processing stage for enhancing the input quality by solving the problems of outliers, missing values and class imbalance, respectively. Then, the features are extracted, and optimal feature subsets are selected using the hybrid model of Information gain with Improved Owl Optimization algorithm (IG-IOOA), where OOA is improved by enhancing the search functions of the local search process. These selected features are fed to the proposed Chaotic Rat Swarm Optimization-based Convolutional Neural Networks (CRSO-CNN) classifier model for detecting heart disease. Results: Four UCI datasets are used to validate the proposed framework, and the results showed that the OOA-DLSO-ELM-based approach provides better heart disease prediction with high accuracy of 97,57 %, 97,32 %, 96,254 % and 97,37 % for the four datasets. Conclusions: Therefore, this proposed CRSO-CNN model improves the heart disease classification with reduced time complexity for all four UCI datasets
LDCML: A Novel AI-Driven Approach form Privacy-Preserving Anonymization of Quasi-Identifiers
Authors: Biswas Sreemoyee , Vrashti Nagar Vrashti Nagar , Khare Nilay , Jain Priyank , Agrawal Pragati
Published: May 2024

Introduction: the exponential growth of data generation has led to an escalating concern for data privacy on a global scale. This work introduces a pioneering approach to address the often overlooked data privacy leakages associated with quasi-identifiers, leveraging artificial intelligence, machine learning and data correlation analysis as foundational tools. Traditional data privacy measures predominantly focus on anonymizing sensitive attributes and exact identifiers, leaving quasi-identifiers in their raw form, potentially exposing privacy vulnerabilities.Objective: the primary objective of the presented work, is to anonymise the quasi-identifiers to enhance the overall data privacy preservation with minimal data utility degradation.Methods: In this study, the authors propose the integration of ℓ-diversity data privacy algorithms with the OPTICS clustering technique and data correlation analysis to anonymize the quasi-identifiers.Results: to assess its efficacy, the proposed approach is rigorously compared against benchmark algorithms. The datasets used are - Adult dataset and Heart Disease Dataset from the UCI machine learning repository. The comparative metrics are - Relative Distance, Information Loss, KL Divergence and Execution Time.Conclusion: the comparative performance evaluation of the proposed methodology demonstrates its superiority over established benchmark techniques, positioning it as a promising solution for the requisite data privacy-preserving model. Moreover, this analysis underscores the imperative of integrating artificial intelligence (AI) methodologies into data privacy paradigms, emphasizing the necessity of such approaches in contemporary research and application domains
Exploring the Horizon: The Impact of AI Tools on Scientific Research
Authors: Hind Berrami , Jallal Manar , Serhier Zineb , Bennani Othmani Mohammed
Published: May 2024

The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and natural language processing (NLP) has revolutionized many aspects of daily life, particularly in the field of development of medical research articles. the use of AI in scientific writing has both advantages and disadvantages. As AI tools gain in popularity and their application becomes more ubiquitous, it's essential to consider how they may affect the future of medical literature. This work aims to describe a number of IT-based tools that contribute to scientific research and writing as ChatGPT, Gemini, Elicit, SCISPACE... Each tool has its own advantages and applications, not to mention shortcomings that can affect the quality of medical research. To conclude artificial intelligence tools have emerged as catalysts for innovation in healthcare research, providing motivation and driving progress even amidst challenges. Therefore, it's crucial to confront the obstacles related to AI and to tackle ethical and regulatory issues to enhance research quality and scientific output
Optimizing Energy Consumption in 5G HetNets: A Coordinated Approach for Multi-Level Picocell Sleep Mode with Q-Learning
Authors: Fall Macoumba , Fattah Mohammed , Mahfoudi Mohammed , Balboul Younes , Mazer Said , El Bekkali Moulhime , Kora Ahmed D.
Published: May 2024

Cell standby, particularly picocell sleep mode (SM), is a prominent strategy for reducing energy consumption in 5G networks. The emergence of multi-state sleep states necessitates new optimization approaches. This paper proposes a novel energy optimization strategy for 5G heterogeneous networks (HetNets) that leverages macrocell-picocell coordination and machine learning. The proposed strategy focuses on managing the four available picocell sleep states. The picocell manages the first three states using the Q-learning algorithm, an efficient reinforcement learning technique. The associated macrocell based on picocell energy efficiency controls the final, deeper sleep state. This hierarchical approach leverages localized and network-wide control strengths for optimal energy savings. By capitalizing on macrocell-picocell coordination and machine learning, this work presents a promising solution for achieving significant energy reduction in 5G HetNets while maintaining network performance
The complex relationship between technostress and academic performance in young college students
Authors: Andrade Navia Juan Manuel , Jiménez Zapata Elvia María , Jiménez Zapata Rogelio
Published: May 2024

The study was carried out with the aim of evaluating the relationship between technostress and the academic performance of young university students. The research was developed from a quantitative perspective using a deductive and correlational explanatory method. A twenty-eight (28) question Likert scale type instrument was structured to measure the variables. The TE technostress construct was measured with an instrument adapted from the RED-Technostress scale and for the academic performance variable RA, the items were adapted from a scale of their own. Non-probabilistic convenience sampling was used, and the construct was evaluated with structural equation modelling supported by SPSS V24 software and its AMOS add-on. A total of 260 questionnaires were administered. As a result, it was found that there is a negative and insignificant relationship between technostress (TE) and academic performance (RA) (-0,184; p < 0,00). In relation to the dimensions of technostress and academic performance, we obtained scepticism (E) (-0,264; p < 0,00); fatigue (F) (-0,143; p < 0,00); anxiety (A) (-0,179; p < 0,00); inefficacy (I) (-0,214; p < 0,00); and addition (AD) (0,222; p < 0,00). In conclusion, the levels of technostress experienced by the young students were low, while the relationship between technostress and academic performance was negative; however, it is not the levels expected and evidenced in other studies. It is noted that this study contributes to understanding an understudied phenomenon in young educational populations that appears to behave differently from older populations in the business field
Design and validation of a self-perception scale of basic knowledge about telehealth and digital skills for students in the area of Health Sciences
Authors: Hechenleitner-Carvallo Marcela , Ibarra-Peso Jacqueline , Zúñiga San Martin Carlos
Published: May 2024

Introduction: the characteristics of telehealth and telemedicine pose a challenge for its successful insertion into the professional training curriculum in the areas of health. To date, no research has been carried out that addresses the integration of telehealth and telemedicine in the academic curriculum of Chilean universities.Objective: design an instrument that allows measuring the self-perception of students in the area of health sciences in relation to their level of knowledge of basic aspects of telehealth and digital skills.Method: a 12-item instrument was designed with a Likert scale from 0 to 7, made up of two dimensions: Basic elements associated with telehealth (7 items) and skills associated with the use of technologies (5 items). It was applied to 308 students from five Chilean universities in the area of health sciences, the sample was intentional non-probabilistic.Results: a Cronbach's Alpha of 0,9035 was obtained for dimension 1 and 0,9729 for dimension 2. The factor analysis confirmed the existence of the two proposed dimensions.Conclusions: the instrument designed allows us to measure the perceived level of health sciences students in relation to the basic elements associated with telehealth and the skills for using technologies
Bibliometric analysis of theses on plant tissue culture in the universities of Peru
Authors: Yupanqui-Celestino Mao , Lugo Brayan , Aguilar-Balabarca Giselle Jazmín , Lozano-Galindo Allison Esmeralda , Pesantes-Rojas Carlos Roberto , Díaz-Pillasca Hermila Belba
Published: May 2024

Introduction: plant tissue culture is a set of biotechnological methods involving propagation and regeneration of plant cells, tissues, organs by specific control of nutritional factors. The bibliometric study turns out to be a great source of information on the development of a certain area, since it employs methods of measurement and comparison of data on the different sources obtained. Objective: scientific production was characterized through bibliometric analysis of theses on plant tissue culture in Peruvian universities. We analyzed undergraduate and graduate theses on in vitro plant tissue culture in the period 1997 - 2023 from 143 public and private universities. Methods: the sample was delimited in 24 universities (22 public and 2 private) with specialties such as Biology, Biotechnology, Agronomic Engineering, Biotechnological Engineering and others.Results: there are 126 published theses on the subject of plant tissue culture in 24 Peruvian universities. Of the total number of published theses, a higher percentage of undergraduate theses was obtained with 84,13 %, while master's theses represented 11,90 % and doctoral theses 3,97 %. The Universidad Nacional Agraria La Molina (UNALM) has 28 theses (22,22 %), followed by the Universidad Nacional de Trujillo (UNT) with 19 (15,1 %), etc.Conclusions: this bibliometric study of theses in plant tissue culture has identified that there is a greater concentration of research in this area in public universities, in addition to being linked to Schools of Agricultural Engineering and Biology
Health care waste management in nosocomial infection control in a hospital in San Juan de Lurigancho, 2023
Authors: Pillman-Infanson Rosa Estrella , Consuelo Gonzáles Carola Rosa , Salas Pachas Fernando Miguel , Maita-Cruz Yoni Magali , Lozano Castro John Melvi , Valdivia Jaimes Patricia Gabriela
Published: May 2024

The objective of the research is to determine the incidence of healthcare waste management in the control of nosocomial infections associated with care. Its research study with quantitative approach, basic non-experimental type, with a cross-sectional causal correlational design. The population of 350 workers, with a sample of 250 workers who participated in data collection, two instruments were applied, the first was a questionnaire with 34 items and the second a questionnaire with 31 items, both questionnaires validated by expert judgment and assessed by Cronbach's Alpha reliability test, with the results for healthcare waste management α = 0,894 and for nosocomial infection control reliability was α = 0,871. For inferential analysis, ordinal linear regression statistics and the Nagelkerke coefficient were used. The results obtained from the evaluation of healthcare waste management in a San Juan de Lurigancho hospital revealed a considerably high incidence, with a worrying 48 % classified as inadequate. This finding indicates a significant deficiency in waste management practices in the hospital that affects nosocomial infection control, reaching 45 %, suggesting a direct incidence. The conclusion is that sanitary waste management is inadequate and has a negative influence of 75,3 % on infection control
Recognition of situations of sexual harassment in medical students at the Concepción Campus of the Andrés Bello University, Chile
Authors: Batarce-Soto Ignacia , Pamela Castro-Carter Pamela Castro-Carter , Darraz-Esparza Yamil , Jiménez-Salgado Camila , Maturana-Morales Konstanza , Ojeda-Olivares Gabriela , González-Burboa Alexis
Published: May 2024

Introduction: sexual harassment is defined as unwanted or non-consensual sexual behavior that occurs in verbal, non-verbal, physical, psychological, or visual forms and is experienced at different ages and contexts. Aim: to describe the level of recognition of situations of sexual harassment in medical students at the Andrés Bello University, Concepción, Chile. Methods: this is a descriptive cross-sectional study. A total of 94 students from first to seventh grade participated voluntarily and anonymously. Data were obtained through the application of an online survey and then analyzed with IBM SPSS Statistics v.20 software. Results: the age was 23,1 ± 1,9 years. Most of them were in their third year of college and identified as women. A total of 42,6 % (n=40) admitted to having suffered sexual harassment at some point on or off the university premises, with the most frequent situation being the direct receipt of offensive jokes, jokes or compliments with sexual intent (51,1 %; n=48). Women were the ones who most recognized situations of sexual harassment. Conclusions: a considerable proportion of the participants, mostly women, acknowledged situations of sexual harassment
Technical training and skilled labor in Civil Construction workers in the urban area of the Pichari district, The Cusco Convention 2022
Authors: Huaman-Urbano Jhonatan , Enriquez-Gavilan Nerio , Lopez-Curasma Aydeé , Romero-Sandoval Julio Amarildo , Medina-Altamirano Naara Eunice , Pachas-Niño Mariano Hamilton
Published: May 2024

The research addresses the problem of technical training and qualified labor in Civil Construction workers in the urban area of the Pichari district, La Convention Cusco 2022. The general objective is to analyze the influence of technical training on the quality of the workforce in this sector. Adopting a quantitative approach, explanatory level and a non-experimental design, the hypothetical deductive method was applied in a basic type study. The population consisted of 156 Civil Construction workers in Pichari, and the selected sample was 120 participants through non-probabilistic convenience sampling. The results revealed a significant relationship between technical training and skilled labor, supporting the alternative hypothesis. Levels of technical training and skilled labor varied, with most workers located at middle and high levels. The alternative hypothesis, which maintains that Technical Training significantly influences Skilled Labor, was supported with a two-sided significance of 0.000, a Log Likelihood of 18.176, a Chi-Square of 34.923 and a Nagelkerke Pseudo Square of 0.292. In conclusion, the research highlights the importance of technical training to improve the quality of labor in civil construction
Hemostatic tests in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus
Authors: Freire Sánchez Nathaly Beleén , Rosero Freire Daniela Alexandra
Published: May 2024

Introduction: type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (DM2), or non-insulin-dependent, is a chronic disease characterized by insulin resistance or reduced insulin levels, which in turn contribute to high glucose levels. This condition, together with the associated chronic inflammation, generates several complications, one of them is an imbalance in the hemostatic system.Objective: to identify laboratory hemostatic tests and their clinical usefulness in patients with type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.Methods: a bibliographic review was carried out in various databases of interest, including articles published in the last 5 years, in addition to those articles published before 2019 that limited relevant information on the topic.Development: original articles that analyzed hemostatic tests in patients with DM2 were reviewed and it was established that the main tests that are altered are TTP, MPV, fibrinogen, PAI-1, VWF and DD, since they have presented consistent results in different research.Conclusions: it is necessary to perform hemostatic tests in patients with DM2, since it has been seen that untreated patients may present thrombotic disorders that, in the long term, can generate cardiovascular alterations
Disentangling the Knots of Diasporic Identity through the Prism of Postpositivist Realism in Caryl Phillips’ Crossing the River
Authors: Kaur Dilshad , Thakur Rasleena
Published: May 2024

Crossing the River (1993) holds within itself a whole history of the Black Diaspora. This history churned through the memories of various characters unfolds before the reader the experience of exile, disillusionment, and loneliness and depicts the diasporic ambivalence and hegemony of the Whites.  Through a story of three black people during different time periods and on different continents as they struggle with separation from their native Africa, the novelist invites readers to see how individual stories are intertwined in the wider tapestry of collective memory. Phillips is interested in how narratives of slavery inform the contemporary migrant condition. Phillips explores the myriad associations and connecting points within black history on the imaginative terra firma of his fiction. He calls upon the reader to delve deeper into the ‘visible and obvious’ and to see how the present identities acquired their shape and characteristics; how the cauldron of collective memories, narratives, and stories produced enduring tales of affirmation and resilience. The novel acquires new contours when seen in the light of the Postpositivist realist approach. The theoretical approach enriches the thematic understanding of the novel and substantiates the idea that the concept of identity necessitates a valid epistemological inquiry
Active didactics in the learning processes of high school students
Authors: Granda Sánchez Enith , Jiménez Cueva Rosario Marlene , Martínez Gaona Eldi Noemi , Campoverde Moscol Amarilis
Published: May 2024

The study focused on evaluating the implementation of active teaching methodologies in the learning process of high school students, with an emphasis on strengthening cognitive skills and self-awareness. The results revealed that the majority of teachers apply these strategies in their classes, which supports the initial hypothesis. However, areas for improvement were identified in teacher training and the effective application of these methodologies, especially in terms of pedagogical support and the application of metacognitive strategies. Based on these findings, the creation of a methodological guide is proposed to support teachers in the correct implementation of active didactics. This guide would include specific strategies to activate cognitive processes in students, design activities that promote student leadership, and encourage the development of critical thinking and the application of learning. Additionally, the strengthening of pedagogical support for students and promoting of learning cycles to improve class methodology are suggested
Manevi Danışmanlık ve Rehberlik Perspektifinden Nefs Psikolojisinde İnfak ve İsar Deneyimi
Authors: İskeçlier Tuba Nur
Published: May 2024

Sekülerleşmenin de etkisiyle karşılaşılan problemleri kutsaldan uzak, salt rasyonel ve pozitivist bir bakış açısıyla değerlendiren modern toplumlarda, manevi danışmanlık ve rehberlik hizmetleri giderek daha geniş bir uygulama alanına sahip olmaktadır. Bu hizmetler, Türkiye'de de kurumsal bir hizmet formu olarak yaygınlaşmaya başlamıştır. İslam teolojisi temelli Türkiye’deki manevi danışmanlık ve rehberlik hizmetlerinin daha sistematik bir şekilde sunulabilmesi için uzmanlık eğitimi almış manevi danışmanların bu alandaki teorik ve pratik çalışmalara odaklanmalarına gereksinim bulunmaktadır. Ayrıca, Türk toplumunda manevi danışmanlık ve rehberlik araştırmalarından üretilen akademik ürünler ilgili literatürün oluşmasına katkı sağlamaktadır. Bu makalenin amacı, manevi danışmanlık ve rehberlik perspektifinden nefs psikolojisindeki infak ve isar kavramlarına yönelik teorik bir çerçeve çizmenin yanı sıra infak ve isar deneyimlerinin terapötik analizini yapmaktır. Makalede, yerli bir ekol olarak öne çıkan nefs psikolojisindeki infak ve isar deneyimlerinin bireyler üzerindeki terapötik etkilerine detaylı bir şekilde yer verilmiştir. Aynı zamanda, bu makaleyle Türk manevi danışmanlık ve rehberlik literatüründeki sınırlı sayıdaki çalışmalara teorik bir katkının yanı sıra, ileride gerçekleştirilecek konuya ilişkin uygulamalı araştırmalar için de bir kaynak oluşturulması amaçlanmıştır. Manevi danışmanlık ve rehberlik perspektifinden nefs psikolojisindeki infak ve isar deneyimlerine yönelik örnek çalışmaların da yer aldığı bu makalede, terapötik bir değer taşıyan infak ve isar deneyimlerinin birey üzerindeki etkileri detaylı bir şekilde betimlenmiştir. Makalede sonuç olarak; (i) Türk manevi danışmanlık ve rehberlik ekolü olarak nefs psikolojisinde önerilen infak ve isar deneyimlerinin birey için psikososyal yönden terapötik etkilerinin olduğu; (ii) sözü edilen bu terapötik etkilerin ise ‘(a) bencillikten kurtulma, (b) anlam arayışı süreçlerine olumlu katkı sağlama; (c) mutsuzlukla başa çıkma, (d) kaygı ve depresyon düzeyini azaltma, (e) empatik eğilim düzeyini artırma, (f) öfori duygusunu artırma, (g) manevi doyum ve huzuru sağlama, (h) toplumsal destek ve bağları güçlendirme’ gibi faktörlerle ilişkilendirildiği; (iii) ayrıca, infak ve isar deneyimleri ve uygulamalarının bireyin koşullarına, dindarlık düzeyine, duygu durumuna ve yardım edilenin özelliklerine bağlı olarak bazı değişkenlikler gösterdiği tespit edilmiştir
Avifaunal Diversity of Cantonment Area, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
Authors: Singh Amrita , Tiwari Princess
Published: May 2024

Birds have always fascinated mankind with their naturally attractive plumage, harmonious songs and creative behavior. Avifaunal Diversity is one of the most important ecological indicators, displays the environmental quality of an area, its pollution level, safety and accessibility of food and habitat. Cantonment area is one of the distinctive locations represents a sub-urban area of Lucknow. Cantonment area is an abundant green area around 23.43 square kilometer, preferred by number of bird species at its different types of habitat like shaded trees, bushes, grasses, grounds some parks and buildings etc. They provide food and shelter for the urban terrestrial bird’s community. The study was performed in Cantonment area for six months from February, 2022 to July, 2022. Bird surveys were carried out using the Line transect method across four different transects at this area. As a result of six months observation, 55 bird species were recorded belonging to 15 orders and 29 families. Majority of species were observed in the order Passeriformes and family Muscicapidae. Data analysis showed that 29 avian species were Common, 12 were Fairly Common, 6 were Uncommon and 8 were Rare, whereas 52 avian species were residents and 3 avian species were migrants.
Estrés académico y emociones en estudiantes universitarios
Authors: Chávez Sánchez Gabriela
Published: May 2024

Este documento contempla una investigación que identifica niveles de estrés en los estudiantes de las Licenciaturas de Contaduría, Derecho y Ciencias de la Educación de la Unidad Académica del Norte del Estado de Nayarit. Se estudió una muestra aleatoria de 122 estudiantes, utilizando un instrumento de Escala de Afrontamiento del Estrés Académico Cabanach et al. (2010). El estrés es considerado un estado de alerta que perjudica a quienes lo padecen o han padecido, se dice que es desencadenante de otras enfermedades de nuestro cuerpo, en este sentido los resultados generales de esta investigación muestran que los estudiantes de la UANEN padecen altos niveles de estrés; en las tres licenciaturas las respuestas se inclinaron a estados emocionales derivados de situaciones vividas no predominando el razonamiento analítico o racional que les permita diseñar estrategias de afrontamiento para salir adelante a situaciones vividas. Se muestran resultados por Licenciatura, se identifican los Ítems con mayor y menor puntuación; una vez analizada la información, se presenta gráficamente y se sugieren estrategias que coadyuven a disminuir los niveles de estrés de los estudiantes a través de acciones del personal y docentes que laboran en la Unidad Académica del Norte del Estado de Nayarit.
Expresiones artísticas en la terapia del lenguaje: Un enfoque integral psicopedagógico
Authors: Flores López Denisse Lissette , Clemente González Javier Leonel
Published: May 2024

Este artículo presenta un análisis del uso de expresiones artísticas en la terapia del lenguaje desde una perspectiva psicopedagógica, empleando un enfoque de investigación cualitativa descriptiva a través de una revisión bibliográfica documental. Se citaron 16 referencias bibliográficas de fuentes fidedignas, entre ellas, nueve revistas científicas indexadas en bases de datos como Scopus, Dialnet, Latindex, Redalyc y Web of Science, lo que evidencia la amplitud y rigurosidad del análisis. Además, se incluyeron trabajos de grado, postgrado y doctorado, así como guías y manuales relevantes en el ámbito de la terapia del lenguaje y expresiones artísticas. La inclusión de autores destacados como Congachi (2022), Gómez et al. (2021), Merecí y Cedeño (2021), Puetate y Mendieta (2022), Coronel (2023) y Tallada (2023) proporciona una sólida base teórica y empírica para el estudio. Los resultados revelan que, si bien diversos estudios resaltan la eficacia de las expresiones artísticas en la mejora de la expresión oral y la superación de obstáculos lingüísticos, existe una variabilidad en cuanto a los enfoques y métodos empleados. Algunos investigadores coinciden en la capacidad de estas expresiones para estimular el desarrollo creativo y emocional en los niños, mientras que otros enfatizan la necesidad de adaptación y creatividad en su implementación. La conclusión principal subraya la importancia de la flexibilidad y adaptabilidad en la aplicación de estrategias artísticas en la terapia del lenguaje, puesto que, no solo mejoran la comunicación de los niños con dificultades lingüísticas, sino que también destacan la importancia de abordajes personalizados para maximizar su impacto terapéutico.
Herramientas digitales en la enseñanza de Ciencias Naturales: Experiencia en Educación Básica
Authors: Carrera Garofalo Victor Hugo , Bonilla Armijo Leydi Geomayra , Quintero Guagua Jenny Alexandra , Álvarez Zhañay Estefanía Marilyn , Galeas Pazmiño Jhomayra Allison
Published: May 2024

El propósito de esta investigación radica en la aplicación de herramientas digitales educativas como medio de enseñanza en el proceso educativo de Ciencias Naturales para estudiantes de octavo año de educación básica. Se adoptó un enfoque metodológico mixto, combinando elementos cualitativos y cuantitativos. Esto incluyó la recolección de datos a través de encuestas dirigidas a los estudiantes y entrevistas con los docentes. Los resultados indicaron que la integración de la herramienta digital educativa Tomi.digital en el aula fortaleció significativamente el aprendizaje de los estudiantes. Se observó un aumento en el interés y la participación activa de los alumnos en su propio proceso de aprendizaje, lo que sugiere un impacto positivo en la calidad de la educación proporcionada. En resumen, esta investigación destaca la efectividad de las herramientas digitales en el contexto de la enseñanza de las Ciencias Naturales en la educación básica. Se enfatiza la importancia de una integración cuidadosa y estratégica de la tecnología en el aula para mejorar la experiencia educativa y fomentar un aprendizaje más dinámico y participativo. Además, se resalta la relevancia de esta investigación en el ámbito educativo, ofreciendo un marco para futuros estudios sobre la implementación de herramientas digitales en la enseñanza de otras asignaturas y en diferentes niveles educativos.
Analysis of Students' Errors in Solving Mathematics Story Problems on the System of Linear Equations with Two Variables
Authors: Wibowo Ari , SYAEKHU Ahmad , AMIN Rahmasinar
Published: May 2024

This research aims to describe the types of errors and the causes of students making mistakes in solving mathematics story problems. The research method used is qualitative descriptive research. The population of this research was students in Makassar with a total of 23 students and 2 students were determined as the research sample. The results of the research found that most students experienced errors due to a lack of understanding of the existing material and behavior that tended to be careless and hasty so they made mistakes in solving math story problems. There were 4 types of student errors, namely (1) errors in reading the questions occurred because the participant's students failed to understand the content or meaning of story problems and were not able to identify relevant information in mathematics story problems (2) Conceptual errors occur because students do not understand and master the concepts of the material being taught so they are confused when determining what method is appropriate for solving story problems mathematics, (3) errors in procedures/steps occur. After all, students are not careful in carrying out calculation operations. This can be seen in the ability test of students who make calculation errors in the stages of solving story problems. (4) Errors in concluding occur because students think that concluding is not important, they assume that if they have got the final score from the calculation then the solution to the story problem has been completed.
Optimalisasi Performance Operator Service Sepeda Motor Dengan Menggunakan Metode Work Sampling Pada UMKM Giant Jaya Motor
Authors: Panggabean Tri Agus M , Harahap Uun Novalia , Utama Denny Walady
Published: May 2024

Sepeda motor merupakan salah satu alat transportasi yang memudahkan aktivitas sehari-hari. UMKM bengkel sepeda motor Giant Jaya Motor bergerak di bidang jasa penjualan, perbaikan, perawatan, dan penyediaan suku cadang. Layanan perawatan dan perbaikan yang efisien sangat penting untuk menjaga kelancaran operasional. Kesibukan di bengkel Giant Jaya Motor sangat tinggi, dan para operator sering tidak memiliki cukup waktu untuk beristirahat, menyebabkan penurunan kinerja dan pemborosan waktu. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menentukan waktu baku dan beban kerja operator menggunakan metode Work Sampling. Metode ini, mirip dengan studi waktu menggunakan stopwatch, termasuk dalam observasi kerja langsung karena dilakukan di tempat kerja yang diteliti. Dari hasil pengolahan data, ditemukan bahwa waktu baku untuk servis satu unit sepeda motor adalah 26,34 menit, dengan persentase waktu kerja sebesar 89,41%. Disarankan agar bengkel Giant Jaya Motor mengatur jadwal kerja yang lebih efisien untuk memberikan waktu istirahat yang cukup bagi operator guna mengurangi kelelahan dan meningkatkan kinerja. Selain itu, peningkatan manajemen waktu dan pelatihan untuk operator dapat membantu mengurangi pemborosan waktu dan meningkatkan produktivitas. Implementasi teknologi atau alat bantu yang lebih efisien juga dapat dipertimbangkan untuk mempercepat proses perawatan dan perbaikan tanpa mengurangi kualitas layanan.
Students Attitudes and Readiness to Study Together with People Disabilities in Higher College
Authors: Islami Isa Bela , Gunarhadi  , Yamtinah Sri
Published: May 2024

The problems studied in this study were students attitudes and readiness to take part in education with persons with disabilities on campus. This research is aimed to find out the attitudes and readiness of students to take part in education with persons with disabilities on campus. The variables in this study were students attitudes towards persons with disabilities and their readinessto participate in education with persons with disabilities. Data collection was carried out using a questionnaire in the Google form format which was distributed to all Faculty of Education (FIP) students. The willingness of students to fill out the questionnaire was considered random. The number of students who filled out the questionnaire was 159 people. The data were processed using descriptive and correlation analysis techniques, with the help of the ready-to-use SPSS program. The results showed that all students had a positive attitude towards persons with disabilities, and overall there was no difference in attitudes towards persons with disabilities on campus between male and female students. Most of the students expressed their readiness to takepart in education with persons with disabilities on campus. Student attitudes have a positive and significant relationship with student readiness to participate in education for persons with disabilities on campus. The experience of interacting with persons with disabilities has a positive and significant effect on students attitudes toward persons with disabilities on campus.
MiBee Braille Application: An Alternative Accessibility Literacy for Totally Blind Students at Inclusive School
Authors: Pahlawaty Neddyana , Aprilia Imas Diana
Published: May 2024

The literacy ability of totally-blind students is still low. This is allegedly due to limited and conventional access of media. Alternative use of accessible media becomes an urgent thing to improve literacy ability for totally-blind students. The purpose of this research is to describe alternatively accessible media such as MiBee Braille for improving totally-blind students’ literacy ability. The method used is descriptive method with literature study analysis and supported by an observation one of totally-blind student. The result of this research is that the application can be used to write Braille with six-dot typing system, ten-finger typing system, and converts Ms. Word text into Braille text. Six-dot typing system makes totally-blind students easier to write other Braille symbols that cannot be found in Latin symbols.
Digital Application of Echolalia Behavioral Assessment for Teachers in Conducting Assessments of Autistic Students in Surakarta
Authors: Wulandari Retno , Gunarhadi Gunarhadi , Widyastono Herry
Published: May 2024

This study aims to describe and provide solutions to obstacles to echolalia behavior assessment in autistic students in Surakarta. This research is descriptive qualitative research by digging information from 18 teachers as research subjects. Data collection techniques using interviews and observation. The validity test used in this research is constructed validity which is obtained using validity testing by experts (expert judgment). While the reliability test of the instrument by analyzing the consistency of one's answers to the questions. The results of the study illustrate that there are various obstacles for teachers in providing assessments for autistic students, including (1) limited experts, (2) inadequate infrastructure, and (3) low parental support. As for how to overcome these obstacles, it is done by making a digital application for evaluating echolalia behavior that can make it easier for teachers to provide assessments to autistic students to improve their speaking skills of autistic students. This application contains information about autism, echolalia behavior, its impact, assessment guidelines, and interventions in the form of an android that is practical and easy to use and uses the latest technology.