bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
EDP chemotherapy combined with somatostatin analogues and mitotane in the treatment of disseminated adrenocortical carcinoma: a clinical case
Authors: Magamedova Olga R. , Oganesyan Liana V. , Feoktistova Polina S. , Feidorov Ilia Yu.
Published: April 2024

Adrenocortical carcinoma is an orphan disease with an annual incidence of 1–2 cases per 1 million adults. The median overall survival (OS) is only 17 months. Definitive surgery increases the median OS to 28 months. The article presents a clinical case of a patient with hormonally active adrenocortical carcinoma of the right adrenal gland, accompanied by tumor thrombosis of the inferior vena cava extending to the right atrium. Surgery was performed for the thrombus removal. A wrong initial diagnosis led to a delay in adjuvant mitotane therapy. The recurrence of the disease was treated with mitotane and somatostatin analogues, considering the high expression of somatostatin receptors in the tumor. At the second progression, the patient was switched to chemotherapy in the EDP regimen combined with continued therapy with mitotane and octreotide, resulting in long-term control of the disease. The time without progression and OS were 18 and 42 months, respectively.
Hereditary forms of breast malignant neoplasms: prognosis, screening and prevention. A review
Authors: Sultanbaev Alexander V. , Kolyadina Irina V. , Gilyazova Irina R. , Nasretdinov Ainur F. , Musin Shamil I. , Sultanbaeva Nadezda I. , Menshikov Konstantin V.
Published: April 2024

Carriers of germinal mutations are at high risk of developing malignant neoplasms, characterized by an early age of manifestation, an aggressive course, and a high risk of recurrence. The wide introduction of medical genetic testing in the target population of potential carriers of germinal mutations will optimize primary prevention, screening, and treatment approaches. Primary prevention (removal of target organs) with BRCA½ mutation carriers should be based on the benefit-risk ratio; the development of screening programs should take into account the early age of disease manifestation, high breast density in young women, and the predominance of aggressive biological subtypes of the disease, which requires more intensive screening programs in this population. Pathogenetic adjuvant therapy with olaparib significantly reduces the risk of recurrence and death in patients with early BRCA - associated breast cancer and can also help prevent the development of second malignant neoplasms.
THE EFFECTS OF GUERRILLA MARKETING IN SMALL AND MEDIUM-SIZED ENTERPRISES IN METRO MANILA, PHILIPPINES
Authors: U. Marasigan Stephen Rafael , F. Navarro Jasper , M. Palanca Patricia , E. Pantoja Earl
Published: April 2024

In the 21st Century, businesses have maximized the opportunities of media advertising to communicate their products and services to customers. As time progressed, advertising firms preferred applying traditional strategies to clients’ advertisements, such as celebrity endorsements, telemarketing, and print media. Small and medium-sized enterprises, or SMEs, have a significant role in most economies. With these businesses having several employees below a certain threshold and a limited budget, some SMEs set themselves apart from competitors by using unique and creative strategies commonly called Guerrilla Marketing. Through a mixed-method approach, the researchers determined the effects of Guerrilla Marketing on Small and Medium-sized Enterprises in Metro Manila. The researchers deployed questionnaires to 385 respondents and an online interview with 13 employees. The results of this study shall contribute to the body of knowledge of businesses, more particularly SMEs, on whether it is beneficial for them to adopt such marketing strategies.
EXPLORING PLACE MARKETING STRATEGIES OF SHOPPING CENTRES IN SOUTH AFRICA
Authors: Goldberg Roland
Published: April 2024

The widespread adoption of e-commerce and online shopping has had a profound impact on physical shopping centres globally, exacerbating the already challenging market conditions. The COVID-19 pandemic added to the turmoil, leading to store closures, declining rents, reduced customer footfall, and the closure of entire shopping centres. To counter this trend, shopping centres must adopt innovative place marketing strategies that offer unique product offerings and experiences to attract customers back to physical retail spaces. This study adopts a qualitative approach to investigate the place marketing strategies of shopping centres in South Africa by using a qualitative descriptive research design. Data was collected through in-depth interviews with a purposive sample of participants and analysed using the Morse and Field approach in Atlas.ti 23. The findings suggest that South African shopping centres prioritise place marketing using social media as a primary tool and are managed by marketing managers or teams with external agency support. They target families/individuals within a 12-17 km radius based on income and measure success with KPIs. Post-COVID, they aim to improve offerings to meet consumer demand for an improved experience, security, cleanliness, friendly staff and well-being.
FACEBOOK AS A DIGITAL MARKETING PLATFORM USED BY THE PRIVATE HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS (HEIs) IN LAGUNA, PHILIPPINES
Authors: F. Fortes Deobela , A. Ramos Adoree
Published: April 2024

This study assessed the performance of the HEIs’ marketing campaigns using Facebook as a platform based on the enrolment funnel in terms of gaining visibility, converting prospects to leads, convincing the student to apply, and convincing the student to enrol. The challenges encountered by the marketing managers with the use of Facebook in marketing campaigns were also presented. A total of 29 private higher education institutions in Laguna Province were the participants of this quantitative study. The descriptive method was used to carry out the research. The HEIs’ marketing campaigns performed well in the first stage and were gradually moved down to the succeeding stages of the marketing funnel, resulting in high student acquisition costs. Slow adoption of technological advances and hiring marketers to support new marketing strategies were the top challenges in utilizing digital marketing.
A STUDY ON THE EFFECT OF CUSTOMER’S SATISFACTION TOWARDS CUSTOMERS LOYALTY AMONG MOBILE TELECOMMUNICATION PROVIDERS IN KUALA LUMPUR
Authors: Man Tan Cheng , Abdul Lasi Masri , Najah Nurun
Published: April 2024

The purpose of this study is to understand the effect between customer satisfaction and customer loyalty in the Malaysian mobile telecommunication services. This sector is highly competitive as new players are coming in, with aggressive price offering, high promotion, better network quality and great customer service. 80 Respondents participated in this study. Out of this five-variable test (Service Quality, Pricing, Switching Cost, and Brand Image) it is found that Responsiveness and Brand Image have a positive relationship on Customer Loyalty. The present study has its own limitation since this research is only conducted in the Kuala Lumpur area. Therefore, the finding of the study is unable to be generalizing for the whole population of hand phone users in Malaysia as the sample size is considered small. In conclusion service providers must be able to understand the effect between customer satisfaction and customer loyalty. It will be a great challenge for the service providers in preparing their strategic plan in maintaining customer loyalty, and at the same time expanding their customer base.
ELECTRONIC COMMERCE AND SUSTAINABILITY OF SMES IN ANAMBRA STATE
Authors: Okoye Chinwe Chinazo , Nwankwo Daniel Ogochukwu , Okeke Njideka Maryann , Nwankwo Ekene Ezinwa , Eze Solomon Uchechukwu
Published: April 2024

The study examined the relationship between electronic commerce and the sustainability of SMEs in Anambra state. The objective of the study was to ascertain the relationship between electronic commerce and sustainability of SMEs in Anambra State. Three specific objectives, research questions, and hypotheses were formulated to guide the study. The study adopted the descriptive survey design which sought to ascertain the effect of online customer service on service quality; between e-payment services on business accountability; between multi-channel marketing strategy on competitive advantage and order delivery on business competency of SMEs in Anambra state. The total population of the study was 260 and also served as the sample size. The purposive random sampling technique was used in selecting the SMEs currently operating in Anambra State. The structured questionnaire was used to elicit vital information from the respondents, and this was structured on a five-point Likert scale. The data collected were analyzed using tabular presentations based on cumulative frequencies, mean and standard deviations analysis for each research question. The Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient through the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS ver.23) was used in testing the various hypotheses. Based on the findings, the study showed that customer service affected service quality of SMEs in Anambra State. The second hypothesis revealed that e-payment services affected business accountability of SMEs in Anambra state. The third hypothesis also revealed that multi-channel marketing strategy affected competitive advantage and also order delivery influenced business competency of SMEs in Anambra state. The study concluded that electronic commerce had a significant relationship on the sustainability SMEs in Anambra State. The study recommended among others, that SMEs in Anambra state should embrace various forms of e-commerce to ensure better survival and sustainability in the industry. State governmental agencies, policymakers, e-marketing experts, supply chain specialists should make necessary arrangements to assist SMEs who desire to deploy e-commerce systems especially online customer service so as to strengthen their ability to render quality service. Also, operators and staff of various SMEs within the state and the country at large were advised to engage more effective multichannel marketing strategies to further enhance their competitive performance within the industry. They should embrace dynamism in their operations both in serving their customers and also in strengthening their business capabilities.
IMPACT OF DIGITAL FINANCE ON TECHNOLOGICAL EFFICIENCY OF CREATIVE ENTERPRISES: EVIDENCE FROM CHINESE CAPITAL MARKET
Authors: Hu Xiao , Deng Zhenghua
Published: April 2024

Digital finance plays a very important role in promoting the high-quality development of the Chinese economy. This article empirically examines the impact of digital finance on firms’ technical efficiency by using the relevant data of Chinese digital creative listed companies from 2015 to 2020. The research findings indicate that digital finance has a significant positive influence on the technical efficiency of creative enterprises. The higher the level of digital finance development, the smaller the technical efficiency loss for the companies. Digital finance development not only reduces financial frictions and improves the financial mismatch of creative enterprises but also enhances innovation motivation by optimizing resource allocation. Therefore, accelerating the development of digital finance and expanding the scope of digital financial services can strengthen the positive incentive effect of digital finance on creative enterprises to improve technological efficiency, thus helping to promote the transformation of enterprises towards high-quality development.
OPERATIONAL PRACTICES OF MICROFINANCE: EVIDENCE FROM THE PHILIPPINES
Authors: A. Eseo Aireen
Published: April 2024

One of the principles of microfinance institutions (MFIs) is to eradicate poverty by providing financial services. MFIs allow people to take on reasonable small business loans safely and in a manner that is consistent with proper lending practices. Microfinance is important because it provides resources and access to capital. They offered different products such as checking accounts, lines of credit, or loans from traditional banks. However, the main problem of MFIs is the risk of financial losses. The purpose of the study is to determine the operational practices of MFIs. There are four factors affecting the MFIs operational practices: loan and data processing, marketing strategy, implementation of management techniques, and risk management strategy. The study used a descriptive research design with the use of survey questionnaires. Data were gathered from 100 employees of MFIs staff in San Pablo City, Laguna, Philippines. Results show that loan and data processing, marketing strategy, implementation of management techniques and risk management strategy greatly affect the Operational practices of MFI. The chance of financial loss when a borrower has either insufficient cash flows or insufficient assets to liquidate. Clients use loans to pay their other debts and not use it for their business or raise their standard of living. MFIs continue to develop and innovate different ways to adapt to modern changes. It gives clients a faster way to apply a loan and provides additional sources of capital.
Measuring sustainability in the broadcasting media industry in Bangladesh
Authors: Firoj Kabir , Mohammad Badruddoza Talukder
Published: April 2024

This study emphasizes the broadcasting media industry in Bangladesh, which is evolving into a vital source of information, entertainment, and education for the whole world. The sector focuses on potential environmental and societal effects, influencing a greater sense of responsibility for sustainability. This research investigates the Bangladeshi broadcasting media industry's sustainability assessment and screening process to sustain the media environment. Stakeholders in the sector may create a sustainable framework that aligns with the national sustainability agenda and the global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by analyzing essential indicators, including carbon footprint, garbage disposal, energy savings, content quality, and social inclusion. The researchers used a qualitative research approach that was applied to 10 different experts from the broadcasting media industry. The data is coded in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel. Based on the answers, the researchers revealed their findings. They recommended filling the gaps and promoting sustainability practices in the media industry. The researchers found that sustainability in the media industry depends on proper waste management, carbon footprint elimination, content quality upgrading, energy utilization, and government policy. Thus, policymakers and related officials can follow the study's findings and develop a model to sustain broadcasting media so that there is a greater possibility of earning revenue and improving people's positive perception of the broadcasting media industry in Bangladesh and abroad.
PFS scheme for forcing better service in best effort IP network
Authors: Fudała Monika , Burakowski Wojciech
Published: April 2024

The paper presents recent results corresponding to a new strategy for source traffic generating, named priority forcing scheme (PFS), allowing Internet users for getting better than best effort service in IP network. The concept of PFS assumes that an application, called PFS application, sends to the network a volume of additional traffic for the purpose of making the reservations for the data traffic in the overloaded router queues along the packet path in the IP network. The emitted redundant packets, named R-packets, should be rather of small size comparing to the data packets, named D-packets. The PFS scheme assumes that the R-packets waiting in a queue can be replaced by the arriving D-packets and belonging to the same flow. In this way, the D-packets can experience a prioritised service comparing to the packets produced by a non-PFS application. Notice that the proposed solution does not require any quality of service (QoS) mechanisms implemented in the network, like scheduler, dropping, marking etc., except R- and D-packets identification and replacing. We discuss the PFS efficiency for forcing priority in the overloaded conditions. Moreover simple system analysis is also presented. Finally, the profits of using PFS scheme are illustrated by examples corresponding to FTP (TCP controlled traffic) and VoIP (UDP streaming traffic) applications.
Probes for fault localization in computer networks
Authors: Traczyk Wiesław
Published: April 2024

Fault localization is a process of isolating faults responsible for the observable malfunctioning of the managed system. This paper reviews some existing approaches of this process and improves one of described techniques - the probing. Probes are test transactions that can be actively selected and sent through the network. Suggested innovations include: mixed (passive and active) probing, partitioning used for probe selection, logical detection of probing results, and adaptive, sequential probing.
Data analysis and flow graphs
Authors: Pawlak Zdzisław
Published: April 2024

In this paper we present a new approach to data analysis based on flow distribution study in a flow network. Branches of the flow graph are interpreted as decision rules, whereas the flow graph is supposed to describe a decision algorithm. We propose to model decision processes as flow graphs and analyze decisions in terms of flow spreading in the graph.
Effects of stress annealing on the electrical and the optical properties of MOS devices
Authors: Rzodkiewicz Witold , Sawicki Zbigniew
Published: April 2024

In this paper we show the results of a study of the effects of high-temperature stress annealing in nitrogen on the refraction index of SiO2 layers and electrical properties in metal-oxide-semiconductor (MOS) devices. We have experimentally characterized the dependence of the reduced effective contact potential difference (ECPD), the effective oxide charge density (Neff), and the mid-gap interface trap density (Dit) on the annealing conditions. Subsequently, we have correlated such properties with the dependence of the refraction index and oxide stress on the annealing conditions and silicon dioxide thickness. Also, the dependence of mechanical stress in the Si-SiO2 system on the oxidation and annealing conditions has been experimentally determined. We consider the contributions of the thermal-relaxation and nitrogen incorporation processes in determining changes in the SiO2 layer refractive index and the electrical properties with annealing time. This description is consistent with other annealing studies carried out in argon, where only the thermal relaxation process is present.
Integrated gas chromatograph
Authors: Dziuban Jan A. , Mróz Jerzy , Koszur Jan
Published: April 2024

A portable gas chromatograph with integrated micromachined flushed injector and thermal mass detector (TCD) has been developed. The silicon/glass injector operates in a fixed volume (2 x 7} uL or electronically operated mode. An integrated, pneumatically operated, fast cross-valve is applied in the injector. The TCD detector consists of two Pt microheaters and thermoresistors packaged in a silicon/glass micromachined chip. The temperature of two capillary molecular sieve separation columns is controlled by a thick-film heater fabricated on polyimide foil. The chromatograph is equipped with two 16-bits microprocessors communicating with the external portable PC. The instrument may operate in the on-line continuous analysis mode.
Application of optical dispersion techniques in phased array antenna beam steering
Authors: Muszkowski Marcin , Sędek Edward
Published: April 2024

The paper presents an opto-electronic system for antenna beam control and results of model system measurements.
Influence of temperature and aging on polarization mode dispersion of tight-buffered optical fibers and cables
Authors: Borzycki Krzysztof
Published: April 2024

This paper presents results of laboratory tests investigating influence of temperature on polarization mode dispersion (PMD) in variety of single mode optical fibers and cables. Research was focused primarily on tight-buffered fibers, where most pronounced effects resulting from buffer shrinkage or expansion were expected. The goal was to verify performance of optical fiber cable exposed to extreme temperatures and to compare behavior of different cables. Very strong temperature dependence of PMD was detected in standard single mode fibers with 0.9 mm tight buffer, commonly used in indoor cables, and in complete cable with such fiber. However, both nonzero dispersion-shifted fibers, spun during drawing and optical unit used in optical ground wire (OPGW), where 12 fibers are stranded showed good stability of PMD during thermal cycling. The same optical unit extracted from OPGW exhibited excellent PMD stability also during accelerated life test.
Telecommunications network design and max-min optimization problem
Authors: Ogryczak Włodzimierz , Pióro Michał , Tomaszewski Artur
Published: April 2024

Telecommunications networks are facing increasing demand for Internet services. Therefore, the problem of telecommunications network design with the objective to maximize service data flows and provide fair treatment of all services is very up-to-date. In this application, the so-called maxmin fair (MMF) solution concept is widely used to formulate the resource allocation scheme. It assumes that the worst service performance is maximized and the solution is additionally regularized with the lexicographic maximization of the second worst performance, the third one, etc. In this paper we discuss solution algorithms for MMF problems related to telecommunications network design. Due to lexicographic maximization of ordered quantities, theMMF solution concept cannot be tackled by the standard optimization model (mathematical programme). However, one can formulate a sequential lexicographic optimization procedure. The basic procedure is applicable only for convex models, thus it allows to deal with basic design problems but fails if practical discrete restrictions commonly arriving in telecommunications network design are to be taken into account. Then, however, alternative sequential approaches allowing to solve non-convex MMF problems can be used.
Wearable biosensing: signal processing and communication architectures issues
Authors: Celka Patrick , Vetter Rolf , Renevey Philippe , Verjus Christophe , Neuman Victor , Luprano Jean , Decotignie Jean-Dominique , Piguet Christian
Published: April 2024

Long-term monitoring of human vital signs is becoming one of the most important fields of research of biomedical engineering. In order to achieve weeks to months of monitoring, new strategies for sensing, conditioning, processing and communication have to be developed. Several strategies are emerging and show different possible architectures. This paper essentially focuses on issues in wearable biosignal processing and communication architecture currently running at the Swiss Center for Electronics andMicrotechnology (CSEM) in the framework of several European projects.
How publicly funded research can drive economic growth
Authors: Editors
Published: April 2024

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Charles Darwin as a scientist
Authors: Penny David
Published: April 2024

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Using phylogenies to reveal rare events
Authors: Spencer Hamish
Published: April 2024

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Hilbertova aritmetizace geometrie
Authors: Zeman Jan
Published: April 2024

Tato práce se podrobně věnuje způsobu, jakým David Hilbert (1862–1943) pojal aritmetizaci geometrie v knize Grundlagen der Geometrie z roku 1899. Nejprve stručně představíme Hilbertovy předchůdce z téže doby, kteří buď po změnách v založení geometrie volali, nebo je již sami prostřednictvím axiomaticko-deduktivní metody zapracovali. Neopomeneme přitom, co dílu předcházelo v dřívějších Hilbertových přednáškách. Následně se pokusíme nastínit­ obsah prvních dvou kapitol knihy a vysvětlit dobové i věcné souvislosti, nutné k jejich pochopení. Představíme způsob implicitních definic základních pojmů a vztahů v axiomech, a dále Hilbertovo rozdělení axiomů do skupin, přičemž se zejména zaměříme na axiomy spojitosti v kontextu s otázkou o její bezespornosti. K tomu popíšeme konstrukci aritmetického modelu axiomů geometrie, který Hilbert pro důkaz bezespornosti používá. V závěru se pokusíme nastínit hlavní důvody, které Hilberta k napsání díla vedly, a některé klíčové důsledky jeho pojetí axiomatiky geometrie.
Je možné vyriešiť spor realizmu a konštruktivizmu?
Authors: Kostolný Rastislav
Published: April 2024

Cieľom textu je nadviazať na diskusiu o spore realizmu a konštruktivizmu, ktorá prebehla medzi Jaroslavom Peregrinom a Tomášom Marvanom na stránkach časopisu Filosofie dnes. Samotná diskusia vznikla ako reakcia na Marvanom publikovanú knihu Realismus a relativismus. Marvan v nej zastáva špecifické stanovisko realizmu, z ktorého vedie kritiku relativizujúcich postojov. Peregrin tvrdí, že spor nie je možné riešiť, lebo obe súperiace strany sú v konečnom dôsledku nevyvrátiteľné a argumenty pre a proti sa držia v patovej situácii. Marvan tvrdí, že spor je možné riešiť v prospech realizmu. Predkladaný text sa voči obom názorom vymedzuje a predstavuje návrh ako daný spor riešiť. Riešenie spočíva v rozpustení samotného sporu a v predstavení hybridnej koncepcie, ktorá problémy realizmu a konštruktivizmu prekonáva. Text je rozdelený na tri časti, v prvej je uvedená kritika Marvanom zastávaného realizmu, v druhej časti je predstavená stručná analýza zdroju sporu a v záverečnej časti je načrtnutá koncepcia, ktorá spor prekonáva.
Filip Tvrdý o naturalizaci filosofie
Authors: Hříbek Tomáš
Published: April 2024

Článek rozlišuje několik verzí současného naturalismu: revizionistickou, konstruktivní a antireprezentacionalistickou. Revizionistický naturalismus doporučuje nahradit tradiční filosofické zkoumání povahy věcí genetickým zkoumáním původu našich, často mylných, přesvědčení o povaze věcí. Konstruktivní naturalismus akceptuje zadání tradiční filosofie, ale doufá, že dokáže její otázky zodpovědět pomocí více méně vědeckých metod. Antireprezentacionalistický naturalismus je extenzí metaetického expresivismu v tom smyslu, že popírá deskriptivní povahu všech filosofických tezí. Tyto distinkce mohou pomoci klasifikovat jeden z nejexplicitněji naturalistických projektů v novější české filosofii, Nesnáze introspekce (2015) Filipa Tvrdého. Tvrdý oficiálně sleduje genetický, revizionistický projekt, který však nespadá vjedno s antireprezentacionalismem. Avšak v jeho knize najdeme i stopy konstruktivního naturalismu. The paper distinguishes several versions of contemporary naturalism: revisionary, constructive, and non-representational. Revisionary naturalismus pleads substituting the traditional philosophical inquiry into the nature of things by a genetic inquiry into the origin of our – often faulty – beliefs about the nature of things. Constructive naturalism accepts the program of traditional philosophy, yet hoping that its questions could be answered by broadly scientific methods. Non-representational naturalism is an extension of metaethical expressivism, claiming that philosophical claims should not be understood as descriptive in nature. These distinctions can help us classify the most self-consciously naturalistic project in the recent Czech philosophy, Filip Tvrdý’s Troubles of Introspection (2015). Tvrdý is officially pursuing a genetic, revisionary project, which does not coincide with non-representational naturalism. However, there are also traces of constructive naturalism in Tvrdý’s book.
Odpovědi přátelům
Authors: Hříbek Tomáš
Published: April 2024

V článku odpovídám kritikům své knihy Jaké to je, nebo o čem to je? Místo vědomí v materiálním světě (2017). Postupuji od nejméně k nejvíce závažným námitkám. Na adresu Jakuba Mihálika, jenž polemizuje s mou tezí, že russelliánský monismus nepředstavuje skutečnou alternativu vůči standardnímu dualismu a materialismu, odpovídám, že jde o vedlejší problém ve vztahu k ústřednímu cíli knihy, jímž je podkopat pojem fenomenálního vědomí, předpokládaný russelliánským monismem stejně jako každou jinou standardní teorií. Jednou z těchto standardních teorií je reduktivní materialismus, v nějž vkládají naděje například Michal Polák a Tomáš Marvan. Jak Polák, tak Marvan se obávají Dennettova údajného eliminativismu, ačkoli postupují poněkud odlišně. Polák věří v jistý deflační pojem vědomí, ale podle mého názoru mu není s to dát konkrétní obsah. Marvan nabízí „nevinný“ koncept vědomí, na němž prý existuje všeobecná shoda, ale podle mého názoru prostě předpokládá, že pojem fenomenálních vlastností je součástí definice takového konceptu. Je kuriózní, že zatímco Polák s Marvanem mne považují za dennettovce, Stefanie Dach naopak tvrdí, že Dennetta dezinterpretuji. Já se domnívám, že Dach přehlíží slabá místa v jeho teorii.
EDUKASI ORANG TUA UNTUK STIMULASI TUMBUH KEMBANG ANAK BALITA DENGAN TERAPI MUSIK
Authors: Sa'diya Lida , Tria wahyuningrum
Published: April 2024

Faktor penentu bagi perkembangan anak baik fisik maupun mental adalah peran orang tua, terutama peran seorang ibu, karena ibu adalah pendidik pertama dan utama bagi anak-anak yang dilahirkan sampai dia dewasa. Salah satu faktor dalam meningkatkan pertumbuhan dan perkembangan anak adalah dengan memberikan stimulasi. Terapi musik memiliki banyak sekali manfaat, salah satunya untuk merangsang kecerdasan anak balita. Menurut ahli saraf dari Hardvard University, Mark Tramo, M.D., getaran musik yang masuk melalui telinga dapat mempengaruhi kejiwaan. Ini terjadi karena didalam otak manusia terdapat jutaan sel saraf (neuron) dari sirkuit secara unik menjadi aktif ketika kita mendengar musik. Neuron – neuron ini menyebar ke berbagai daerah di otak, termasuk pusat auditori di belahan kiri dan belahan kanan.  Berdasarkan latar belakang masalah di atas dan mengingat pentingnya tumbuh kembang bagi anak, maka menarik untuk dilakukan pengabdian masyarakat tentang edukasi orang tua untuk stimulasi tumbuh kembang anak balita  dengan terapi music.
Variasi aktivator H2SO4 dan NaOH untuk pemurnian oli bekas dan emisi pengujian gas buang yang dihasilkan
Authors: Sasmita A. , Reza M. , Azzahra N.W.
Published: April 2024

Oil consumption has increased every year in line with the increase in used oil produced. Used oil is included in the waste of Hazardous and Toxic Materials which have a bad impact on the environment. One of the technologies that can be utilized in processing used oil is refining because used oil contains base oil so that it can be reused as fuel. This study aimed to determine the best variation of using H2SO4 and NaOH in refining used oil, then the characteristics of the refined used fuel oil are tested for density, specific gravity, calorific value, viscosity, and moisture content, as well as exhaust emissions produced. The research method used was the acid and clay method with variations of H2SO4 and NaOH with the same values of 4% (P4), 5% (P5), and 6% (P6). The results showed that P6 type fuel is the best variation that comes closest to the diesel quality standard according to the Decree of the Directorate General of Oil and Gas 146 K/10/DJM/2020. In addition, the resulting emission also has the lowest value compared to the other two variations. The density values obtained were 857 kg/m3, a specific gravity of 0.857, a heating value of 47465 kJ/kg, a viscosity of 1.24 mm2/s, and a water content of 43.887 mg/kg. Meanwhile, in the exhaust emission testing, CO emissions were 0.030%, CO2 was 4.590%, HC was 19.50 ppm, and ƛ was 2.75.
Filamen printer 3D berbasis limbah PET (polyethylene terephthalate) dan kitosan cangkang udang
Authors: Azami I. , Kurniasih P. , . S. , Amantha A. , Habiiburrahman N. , Sari N.H.
Published: April 2024

One alternative for processing PET (polyethylene terephthalate) plastic waste is to convert it into a basic material for making 3D printer filaments with the addition of shrimp shell chitosan. The addition of shrimp shell chitosan to the filament can increase its mechanical strength. The aim of this research is to determine the best formulation and effectiveness of the combination of PET plastic with chitosan as 3D printer filament on the mechanical properties and microstructure of the surface. Making 3D printer filament from a combination of PET and shrimp shell chitosan using a double screw extruder with varying ratios between PET and shrimp shell chitosan (99 : 1, 97.5 : 2.5 and 95 : 5) with temperature variations at 175° C (Hopper Zone ), 195°C, 225°C, 245°C (Die zone) using a screw rotation speed of 50 rpm, with the testing process including a tensile test, to determine the mechanical properties of the material by analysis using the SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope) test ) to identify the surface morphology and size of the filament material. The test results for composition 99:1 (sample 1) had the lowest tensile strength value of 35.79 MPa, breaking 0.10 mm with an elongation value of 0.32%. Composition 97.5:2.5 (sample 2) with a tensile strength value of 96.20 Mpa, longest breaking length of 0.13 mm and highest elongation value of 0.42%. Composition 95:5 (sample 3) only has the highest tensile value of 98.95 MPa, with a breaking length of 0.06 mm and the lowest elongation of 0.18%.
Perbedaan Kejadian Penurunan Fungsi Kognitif pada Individu Normotensi dan Hipertensi dari Populasi Pesisir di Kecamatan Pemenang Kabupaten Lombok Utara
Authors: Candrasmurti Cloresta Shafa , Nurhidayati Nurhidayati , Rivarti Arina Windri
Published: April 2024

Hypertension occurs due to vasoconstriction and impaired vasodilation which causes increased vascular resistance. Hypertension is the risk factor of Cognitive impairment decreased cognitive function through the mechanism of vascular damage and toxicity. Cognitive function is a complex function in the human brain including aspects of memory, language, attention, visuospatial, and orientation. Cognitive impairment is also influenced by age, gender, physical activity, health factors, and education. The purpose of this study was to measure the effect of blood pressure on cognitive impairment in coastal populations in the working area of the Pemenang Health Center, North Lombok Regency. The research method used a cross sectional approach. The sampling method was purposive sampling. Measurement of cognitive function status using the Clock Drawing Test (CDT) questionnaire. Univariate data analysis to determine the frequency distribution of BMI research variables and the characteristics of respondents based on age, gender, educational, and occupation. Test the hypothesis using the Chi-Square test, with a probability value (p) <0.05. The total number of respondents were 188, in the hypertension group was 88 (47%) and the normotensive group was 100 (53%) respondents. The age of the dominant respondent is in the range of 36-45 years, namely 96 (51.1%). As many as 158 (84%) of respondents experienced cognitive impairment and 82 (43.6%) of them had hypertension. There was a significant difference in the incidence of cognitive impairment in the hypertension and normotensive groups (p=0.001). There was a difference in the frequency of cognitive impairment in normotensive and hypertensive respondents in coastal populations in the working area of the Pemenang Health Center, North Lombok Regency.
A IMPORTÂNCIA DE SABER DIFERENCIAR OS SUBTIPOS CLÍNICOS DA CRISE HIPERTENSIVA
Authors: Feitosa Mateus Lopes , Figueiredo Vitória Ota de
Published: April 2024

INTRODUÇÃO: A crise hipertensiva (CH) representa uma condição recorrente na prática clínica. Nesse quadro a pressão arterial (PA) do paciente é maior ou igual a 180/120 mmHg. Esse desequilíbrio pode s
A contribuição dos espaços informais na formação integral discente
Authors: Oliveira Alexandre Ornelles de , Silva Gabriela Ventura da
Published: April 2024

Apresentamos o resultado de pesquisa sobre a contribuição dos espaços informais do Instituto Federal de Educação, Ciência e Tecnologia do Rio de Janeiro (IFRJ) para a formação integral discente. A par
PLATAFORMAS DIGITAIS: CARTOGRAFANDO OS PROCESSOS DE CONSTRUÇÃO DE SENTIDO NOS MEMES
Authors: Menezes Thatiana Muylaert Siqueira , Azevedo Juliana Ribeiro
Published: April 2024

Assim como os mapas, os enunciados são passíveis de serem cartografados, já que, ao caminhar pelo que está posto e subentendido (MAINGUENEAU, 1996) nos textos, podemos construir significados a partir
USO CONTROVERSO DO ETOMIDATO NA INTUBAÇÃO OROTRAQUEAL NO CONTEXTO DA SEPSE: UMA REVISÃO INTEGRATIVA
Authors: Rocha Maria Clara Santos , Sampaio Arthur Miranda , Gramelich Thallis Coelho da Silva , Alves Neto Edmilson , Fernandes João Marcelo Medeiros , Stocco Marcella Junqueira
Published: April 2024

Introdução: O etomidato é um hipnótico utilizado na intubação de sequência rápida, que desencadeia insuficiência adrenal. Há conhecida relação entre sepse e insuficiência adrenal. Questiona-se se o et
AÇÕES SOCIOEDUCATIVAS: SUPORTE BÁSICO À VIDA PARA PROFESSORES DA REDE PÚBLICA DE ENSINO DE TERESINA
Authors: estrela Juliana cardoso , Resende Maria Vitória Sousa , Moura Gustavo Fonseca de , Brito Camille do Carmo , Miranda Henrique Evelim Menezes Rodrigues de , Aguiar José Amável Rio Lima de , Leal Josiane Machado , Silva Deilany Vitoria Bezerra da , Medeiros Lia Vanessa Vieira Sousa Rabelo , Oliveira João Paulo Lucena
Published: April 2024

INTRODUÇÃO
Tal projeto de extensão tratou-se de uma palestra dinâmica com demonstrações sobre Suporte Básico à Vida (SBV) na escola CETI Professor Balduíno Barbosa de Deus para os funcionários da ins
POLITRAUMATISMO APÓS SINISTRO DE TRÂNSITO: A ATUAÇÃO DO LEIGO PARA MINIMIZAR OS RISCOS.
Authors: Carvalho Ana Luiza da Costa , Xavier Valcilene Pires
Published: April 2024

O Relatório Anual da Seguradora Líder
revelou que em 2020 a invalidez permanente representou mais de 60% no ranking das indenizações às vítimas de trânsito e as indenizações por morte representaram 11
A RELAÇÃO ENTRE À DESNUTRIÇÃO INFANTIL E A COGNIÇÃO
Authors: Gomes Geovana Oliveira , Lima Bárbara Rocha , Souza Layza Martins , Eliziário Manoela Herminia Rosa Borges , Azevedo Danyelly Rodrigues Machado
Published: April 2024

INTRODUÇÃO: A desnutrição é definida como a carência de nutrientes essenciais na alimentação, que pode ocorrer devido à absorção nutricional insuficiente pelo organismo ou por causas socioeconômicas,
Perfil epidemiológico das internações por traumatismo de olho e órbita ocular no Brasil
Authors: Souza Natalia Camilo de , Souza Lara Medeiros de , Assis Isabella Araujo , Gochs Nayobe
Published: April 2024

INTRODUÇÃO: O traumatismo de olho é caracterizado pela perda de toda a camada ocular externa, constituída por córnea e esclera. Já o traumatismo de órbita é definido pela ocorrência de trauma na regiã
SEPSE NEONATAL: EXPLORANDO A ETIOLOGIA, COMPLICAÇÕES E DESAFIOS NO DIAGNÓSTICO.
Authors: Matta Kelly Nayara Santos Da , Santos Keyla Nathieli Felisberto dos , Freitas Rebeca Laís de Sousa , Morais Rebeca Leticia Andrade
Published: April 2024

Introdução: A sepse é definida como uma disfunção orgânica causada por uma resposta sistêmica desregulada do indivíduo à infecção [1]. O período neonatal começa no nascimento e termina após 28 dias co
AUTONOMIA E CONTROLE EMERGENCIAL: A RELEVÂNCIA DA EDUCAÇÃO EM PRIMEIROS SOCORROS NAS ESCOLAS INFANTIS
Authors: Matta Kelly Nayara Santos Da , Santos Keyla Nathieli Felisberto dos , Freitas Rebeca Laís de Sousa , Morais Rebeca Leticia Andrade
Published: April 2024

Introdução: Define-se primeiros socorros como condutas iniciais ofertadas a uma vítima de acidente ou mal súbito, visando preservar as funções vitais e prevenir agravos até a chegada de assistência de
Metodologias ativas e inovação na educação: experiências de sucesso em foco
Authors: Gaspar Alessandra
Published: April 2024

No cenário educacional contemporâneo, a busca por
práticas pedagógicas mais dinâmicas e eficazes é imperativa.
Este livro surge como uma contribuição valiosa, oferecendo uma
abordagem aprofundada sobre as metodologias ativas e seu impacto
transformador na experiência de aprendizado.
A Professora Alessandra Mendes Gaspar, cujo nome é
sinônimo de excelência acadêmica, tem desempenhado um papel
fundamental na disseminação e implementação de metodologias
ativas. Seu trabalho reflete uma dedicação incansável ao
desenvolvimento de práticas inovadoras, sempre pautadas na busca
pela qualidade e eficácia do processo educacional.
Uma faceta particularmente inspiradora de seu trabalho é a
disposição constante em compartilhar suas experiências exitosas
com outros educadores. A Professora Alessandra Mendes Gaspar
não apenas acumula conhecimento, mas se destaca por ser uma
colaboradora ativa na capacitação de seus colegas. Essa generosa
partilha não só enriquece a comunidade educacional, mas também
fortalece o impacto positivo das metodologias ativas, influenciando
positivamente o aprendizado dos alunos.
Ao longo destas páginas, os leitores serão conduzidos por
experiências de sucesso, exemplificadas por projetos e abordagens
que transcendem os limites tradicionais da sala de aula. Compartilha
nesse livro suas vivências e a de seus colegas, destacando como a
aplicação prática de metodologias ativas pode não apenas envolveros alunos de maneira mais participativa, mas também estimular o
pensamento crítico e a resolução de problemas.
O livro não apenas celebra as conquistas da Professora
Alessandra Mendes Gaspar, mas também serve como uma fonte
inspiradora para educadores que buscam aprimorar suas práticas
pedagógicas. À medida que exploramos estas páginas, somos
convidados a refletir sobre como as metodologias ativas podem ser
efetivamente integradas ao processo educacional, contribuindo para
a formação de indivíduos críticos, criativos e preparados para os
desafios do século XXI.
Em conclusão, é com entusiasmo que destaco a relevância
deste livro e o impacto positivo que certamente terá na comunidade
educacional. Parabenizo à Professora Alessandra Mendes Gaspar
por compartilhar suas experiências e saberes, inspirando a todos nós
a repensar e reinventar as práticas pedagógicas em busca de uma
educação mais significativa e transformadora. Que esta obra seja
fonte de aprendizado e inspiração para educadores e estudiosos em
todo o mundo.
EQUIDADE DE GÊNERO E RAÇA EM PERSPECTIVA INTERSECCIONAL
Authors: López Laura Cecilia
Published: April 2024

Este livro pretende mostrar a caminhada nos primeiros anos de existência do Laboratório de Interseccionalidades, Equidade e Saúde (LabIES), que foi certificado como Grupo de Pesquisa pelo Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Científico e Tecnológico (CNPq) no ano de 2021. O LabIES é produto de uma construção coletiva que se iniciou alguns anos atrás, quando nossos corpos e histórias convergiram no espaço da Universidade do Vale do Rio dos Sinos (Unisinos), principalmente nos Programas de Pós-Graduação em Saúde Coletiva e em Ciências Sociais.
No Laboratório contemplam-se propostas investigativas e de intervenção social vinculadas à produção da saúde e à promoção da equidade, a partir de abordagens interseccionais e decoloniais que se fortalecem nos estudos de gênero e de relações étnico-raciais latino-americanos. Discute-se a intervenção social interseccional e o uso de metodologias participativas para a elaboração de diagnósticos, bem como o delineamento e aplicação de ferramentas de avaliação e promoção da equidade em diálogo com problemáticas concretas levantadas por diferentes coletivos.
Apostamos na mudança de paradigmas para a valorização da ciência comprometida com as realidades sociais e com posturas cada vez mais dialógicas e inclusivas em relação às demandas de uma pluralidade de atores da sociedade.
BUBALINOCULTURA II
Authors: Barros Lívia Vieira de , Silva Felipe Gomes da
Published: April 2024

Assim como o Bubalinocultura I este livro foi desenvolvido com foco no auxílio da aprendizagem para os alunos da disciplina Bubalinocultura do Curso de Graduação em Zootecnia do Instituto de Ciências Agrarias da Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, trazendo uma síntese dos assuntos estudados nas aulas. Dessa forma, embora cada um dos capítulos deste livro se refira ao conteúdo planejado para uma das semanas de aula desta disciplina, as informações que podem ser úteis a outros leitores interessados nos temas, visto que a Bubalinocultura é uma atividade com importância econômica e social no Brasil, mas há uma relativa falta de bibliografia atualizada sobre o assunto. Vale a pena acrescentar que caso o tema desejado não esteja no índice desse livro, existe a possibilidade de estar presente no livro anterior, que possui foco na primeira parte da disciplina e pode ser encontrado no endereço eletrônico https://doi.org/10.29327/5185793.
Literatura e Vida: Práticas, Vivências e Experiências Contemporâneas Outras
Authors: Oliveira Ana Luiza Santos de , Gomes Carlos Eduardo , Farias Daniel Oliveira de , Almeida Enzo Mazzotti , Delduque João Figueira , Cnop Luiza De , França Maria Eduarda Corrêa , Almeida Maria Luiza Imenes Nobre de , Ferreira Pedro Magalhães , Costa Vitória Machado da
Published: April 2024

Nas páginas deste livro, a vida se entrelaça com a escrita, promovendo reflexões e diálogos que transcendem o cotidiano. "Literatura e Vida: Práticas, Vivências e Outras Experiências Contemporâneas" oferece um espaço propício para a expressão e a conexão com as diferentes dimensões da existência, abrindo as portas para um mergulho profundo nas possibilidades da palavra escrita.
Este livro, resultado de um intenso processo de criação, reúne manuscritos que dão voz a encontros transformadores com a escrita e os processos literários. Da vivência em oficinas de escrita à reflexão sobre a arte de narrar, das produções literárias que desafiam a imaginação às narrativas de corpos minoritários, cada texto é um convite para explorar as múltiplas facetas da vida e da criação literária.
A coletânea contempla uma rica variedade de temas, todos intricadamente entrelaçados com a vida cotidiana e suas complexidades.
Statistical Mathematical Analysis of COVID-19 at World Level
Authors: Marín-Machuca Olegario , Carlos Enrique Chinchay-Barragán , Moro-Pisco José Francisco , Vargas-Ayala Jessica Blanca , Machuca-Mines José Ambrosio , María del Pilar Rojas-Rueda , Zambrano-Cabanillas Abel Walter
Published: April 2024

Worldwide, statistical data of people infected by COVID-19 has been taken until March 29, 2023, which, when correlated, showed a predictive logistic model. The purpose was to determine the predictive model, which was acceptable, in such a way that the proportionality constant and the correlation and determination coefficients are of great importance to estimating epidemiological and pandemic data; coinciding with what was reported by other authors. Bearing in mind that a mathematical model is a mathematical description through a function or equation of a phenomenon in the real world; whose purpose is to understand infections and make predictions for the future. The stages were: to model the number of people infected as a function of time, formulate, and choose the logistic model, determine the model and obtain mathematical conclusions, and make predictions (estimates) about the number of people infected by COVID-19 worldwide. The logistic model was derived to predict the speed of people infected by COVID-19 and the critical time (tc = 733 days) for which the speed was maximum (1694,7209 infected/day). The Pearson correlation coefficient for the time elapsed (t) and the number of people infected (N) worldwide, based on 32 cases, was r = -0.88; the relationship between time and those infected is real, there is a “very strong correlation” between the time elapsed (t) and the number of people infected (N) and 77.03% of the variance in N is explained by t.