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Ilegitimitate, copii abandonați și adopție în Țara Românească la începutul perioadei regulamentare (1832)
Authors:   Institutul de Istorie „Nicolae Iorga”, Academia Română, Roman Nicoleta
Published: May 2024

In a transitional time for Romanian lands, in Wallachia starts the process of establishing a medical system and a network of midwives at national level. After the foundation of a School of Midwives that coexists with the presence of foreign midwives with diploma the State encourages the counties to receive them as collaborators of official appointed doctors. The present study traces the presence o such midwives sent from the capital to the residence-towns of the counties through the case-study of Brăila, a port-city of Wallachia. It follows the dynamics of a relationship between authorities, community, patients and the midwife for more than a decade (1841-1860).
Örgütsel Sapma: Literatür Taraması ve Eğitim Örgütlerindeki Yansımaları
Authors: Yıldırım Suzan
Published: May 2024

Örgütsel sapma, bir örgütteki bireylerin belirlenmiş kurallardan, normlardan veya etik standartlardan sapma eğiliminde oldukları kasıtlı davranışları ifade etmektedir. Kişisel, durumsal, örgütsel ve çevresel faktörler gibi çeşitli sebeplerle ortaya çıkabilen bu davranışlar hemen hemen her örgütte görülebilmekte ve verimlilik kaybı, azalan iş tatmini, düşük örgütsel bağlılık gibi olumsuz sonuçlar doğurarak örgüte ve üyelerine zarar vermektedir. Bu çalışma ile örgütsel sapma kavramı, örgütsel sapma sınıflamaları, örgütsel sapmanın öncülleri ve sonuçları ile eğitim örgütlerine yönelik yapılan sapma araştırmaları incelenerek kuramsal bir çerçeve oluşturulmuştur. Çalışmanın, örgüt yöneticileri ve karar alıcılarına kavram ile ilgili önemli bilgiler sunarak, örgüt içindeki sapma davranışlarının etkili bir şekilde ele alınması ve önlenmesine yönelik kapsamlı bir kaynak yaratacağı ve bu sayede alana yarar sağlayacağı umulmaktadır.
Anarşist Kuram Çerçevesinde Eğitimde Yönetim Düşüncesi Ve Uygulamalarina Yöneltilen Eleştiriler: Yönetimde Holakrasi
Authors: Demir Arıcı İrem
Published: May 2024

Geleneksel olarak, eğitim örgütlerinin sıklıkla hiyerarşik bir yapıya dayalı olarak yönetilmiş ve kararlar genellikle üst yönetim tarafından alınmıştır (Jones, 2019). Ancak, son yıllarda, alternatif yönetim modelleri ve daha katılımcı yaklaşımlar eğitim alanında da giderek daha fazla ilgi görmektedir (Brown, 2020). Araştırmanın amacı, anarşist kuramın ve holakrasinin eğitimdeki rolünü anlamak ve gelecekteki araştırma ve uygulamalara yol göstermek için bir temel oluşturulmasını sağlamak, eğitimde yönetim düşüncesine ve uygulamalarına farklı perspektif sunmak ve bu perspektifin eğitimdeki potansiyel etkilerini değerlendirmektir. Bu bağlamda, anarşist kuramın eğitimdeki etkileri ve holakrasinin eğitimde uygulanması üzerine odaklanarak, alternatif yönetim modellerinin eğitim alanındaki rolü tartışılmaktadır. Anarşist kuramın eğitimdeki yönetim düşüncesine nasıl bir perspektif getirdiğini incelenmektedir. Anarşist kuramın temel prensipleri olan özerklik, katılımcılık ve özgürlük gibi kavramlar, eğitime nasıl yansımaktadır? Holakrasi kavramını açıklanarak ve geleneksel yönetim anlayışından nasıl farklılaştığını açıklanmaktadır. Eğitimde yönetimde holakrasinin nasıl uygulanabileceğini ve potansiyel etkilerini ele alınmaktadır.
The banking system of Ukraine as a factor of social stability in the war
Authors: Drobiazko Anatolii Oleksandrovych
Published: May 2024

Before the collapse of the USSR, Ukraine was one of the 15 socialist republics. Along with Belarus, the Russian Federation, and the USSR, Ukraine is one of the founders of the United Nations. Ukraine has gone through transformations from a command-administrative to a market system in 30 years. The driving force behind this development was the national democratic forces, the leaders of which were former dissidents of the USSR. One of the main factors of market transformations in Ukraine is the national private banking business. In the conditions of Russia’s direct military aggression against Ukraine in 2022, the banking business of Ukraine has shown its institutional capacity and is one of the stabilizing factors of society. Thanks to the integration of Ukraine’s banking business into the global financial system, millions of Ukrainian refugees have the opportunity to use their accumulated funds in the national currency abroad. The purpose of this article is to analyze the impact of the banking sector of Ukraine on the country’s democratic development and the contribution of the banking system to countering Russian aggression. The article considers further ways of development of the banking system of Ukraine in the post-war period.
Examination of Post-independence Failures in Uganda as Represented in Moses Isegawa’s Abyssinian Chronicles
Authors: Joan Kyarimpa , Jovuret Kyarimpa
Published: May 2024

Postcolonial crisis, failures, confusion, absurdities and pain have continued to provoke debate in Ugandan literature. Poets, dramatists and novelists have all tried to reveal the effects of colonialism on Africa and written about the selfishness, tyranny, dictatorship and corruption of the post-independence leaders. In a foreword by Ngugi of “Unmasking the African Dictator: Essays on Postcolonial African Literature,” he points out that even civilian regimes became undistinguishable from the military, as both mirror the images of the undemocratic and authoritarianism of the colonial era as the dawn of independence was followed by dwindling hope (Ndigirigi, 2014). As Uganda lurches into the aftermath and legacy of colonial powers, Moses Isegawa’s novel Abyssinian Chronicles is one of those that weaves personal narratives and issues of post- independence pain, failures and confusion in postcolonial Uganda. The novel tells a story of the arbitrariness of the life of characters due to the selfishness, incompetence, inadequacies and the hypocrisy of the first generation of leaders after colonialism.
Unveiling The Shadows: Examining Depictions of Human Trafficking for Sexual Exploitation and its Causes in Zura Maids
Authors: Ampumuza Daphne Sheilah
Published: May 2024

An ongoing problem in society and more specifically in Uganda, human trafficking for sexual exploitation takes advantage of helpless people and ruins countless lives. Eunice Atuko's moving book "Zura Maids," explores the sinister and unpleasant world of human trafficking. This abstract examines the novel's depictions of human trafficking for sexual exploitation in detail and looks into the root reasons of this horrible crime.
This study's main goal is to shed light on the complex aspects of human trafficking as they are represented in "Zura Maids." The analysis focuses on the complex web of traffickers and their allies participating in this criminal operation while also examining the psychological, emotional, and physical traumas suffered by the victims. I sought to obtain a greater understanding of the emotional impact these depictions have on readers and their potential to foster empathy and awareness by looking at the storytelling strategies used by Eunice Atuko.
This study also pinpoints and analyzes the underlying factors that contribute to the persistence of human trafficking for sexual exploitation in the novel's setting such as the role of socioeconomic circumstances, gender disparities, a lack of legal protection, and institutional shortcomings in sustaining this abhorrent trade as well as the cultural and historical factors that have shaped the characters' vulnerability, agency, and choices throughout the story are critically addressed.
A close reading and textual analysis of "Zura Maids" is used in this study's qualitative methodology to identify pertinent themes and insights. Secondary sources such as academic research, reports, and pertinent literature are also used to support and strengthen the results.
By offering "Zura Maids" the author intended to add to the corpus of information on the ugly vice, raise awareness and promote productive conversations aimed at ending human trafficking and defending the dignity and everyone’s rights by comprehending the depictions and underlying reasons of this worldwide horror as depicted in the novel.
The Correlational Study of the Quality of Students Enrolled in the University and Employability of Graduates from Selected Universities in South-Western Uganda
Authors: Milton Nuwabimpa
Published: May 2024

The employability of university graduates is a concern for higher education stakeholders globally and Uganda is also concerned due to high unemployment rates post-graduation. Not much has been written about the relationship between quality of students enrolled in the university and their employability of graduates from selected Universities in South Western Uganda. This study aims to establish this relationship in selected universities in south western Uganda.
A correlational study collected data from 512 participants, including graduates, employers, university lecturers, administrators, and officers from quality assurance directorate of national council for Higher Education. Data on students discipline, grades, performance and employability were collected.  SPSS and Structural equation modelling (SEM) version 21 was used to analyse associations between predictor and outcome variables.
The findings derived from conducting this research clearly demonstrate the presence of a significant statistical association between the quality of students enrolled in the university and employability of graduates at R= 0.589, R squared change 0.347, P =0.000
This suggests that by ensuring the quality of students enrolled in the University through discipline, students’ grades and performance increases the likelihood of producing graduates who are employable.  It is very important that stakeholders in higher education make it a priority to keep a high standard of students and their moral fibre and this may facilitate their integration into the workforce.
Relationship between ICT Usage and the Teaching of Mathematics in Secondary Schools of Kalungu District, Central Uganda
Authors: Mawanda Lawrence
Published: May 2024

This study explored the influence of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in teaching of mathematics in Secondary Schools of Kalungu District. The study objectives were to; (i) examine the extent to which ICT is used by Mathematics teachers, (ii) establish the effectiveness of teaching Mathematics, and (iii) examine the relationship between ICT usage and teaching of Mathematics in Secondary Schools of Kalungu District. Correlational type of design was used for the study whereby questionnaires and interview guide were used to collect data from a sample of 132 respondents. Quantitative data was analyzed using the SPSS where both inferential and descriptive techniques were used while qualitative data was summarised into themes and quotes. The study discovered that the level of ICT usage among teachers of mathematics in Kalungu District has an overall mean of 2.25 implying a moderate usage of Information Communication Technology; the effectiveness of teaching mathematics in secondary school in Kalungu District was high with an overall mean of 4.05 while the relationship between ICT usage and teaching of Mathematics in Secondary Schools of Kalungu District was not statistically significant (p = 0.373). Therefore, Formal policy guidelines for ICT usage should be put in place so that all teachers can attend in service training programmes at least once every academic year to update themselves with relevant skills for ICT usage in teaching mathematics.
Adjustment theory: an introduction
Authors: Teunissen Peter
Published: May 2024

Adjustment theory can be regarded as the part of mathematical geodesy that deals with the optimal combination of redundant measurements together with the estimation of unknown parameters. It is essential for a geodesist, its meaning comparable to what mechanics means to a civil engineer or a mechanical engineer. Historically, the first methods of combining redundant measurements originate from the study of three problems in geodesy and astronomy, namely to determine the size and shape of the Earth, to explain the long-term inequality in the motions of Jupiter and Saturn, and to find a mathematical representation of the motions of the Moon. Nowadays, the methods of adjustment are used for a much greater variety of geodetic applications, ranging from, for instance, surveying and navigation to remote sensing and global positioning. The two main reasons for performing redundant measurements are the wish to increase the accuracy of the results computed and the requirement to be able to check for errors. Due to the intrinsic uncertainty in measurements, measurement redundancy generally leads to an inconsistent system of equations. Without additional criteria, such a system of equations is not uniquely solvable. In this introductory course on adjustment theory, methods are developed and presented for solving inconsistent systems of equations. The leading principle is that of least-squares adjustment together with its statistical properties. The inconsistent systems of equations can come in many different guises. They could be given in parametric form, in implicit form, or as a combination of these two forms. In each case the same principle of least-squares applies. The algorithmic realizations of the solution will differ however. Depending on the application at hand, one could also wish to choose between obtaining the solution in one single step or in a step-wise manner. This leads to the need of formulating the system of equations in partitioned form. Different partitions exist, measurement partitioning, parameter partitioning, or a partitioning of both measurements and parameters. The choice of partitioning also affects the algorithmic realization of the solution. In this introductory text the methodology of adjustment is emphasized, although various samples are given to illustrate the theory. The methods discussed form the basis for solving different adjustment problems in geodesy.
Anträge mit Sprengkraft
Authors: Bock Stefanie
Published: May 2024

Am 20.5.2024 hat der Chefankläger des Internationalen Strafgerichtshofs bekannt gegeben, dass er in der „Situation Palästina“ mehrere Haftbefehle gegen ranghohe politische und militärische Führungspersonen beantragt hat. Dass der Ankläger zeitgleich gegen Mitglieder der Hamas und der israelischen Regierung vorgeht, bedeutet nicht, dass er eine Terrorgruppe mit einer demokratisch legitimierten Regierung gleichsetzt. Er bringt vielmehr zum Ausdruck, dass das Völkerstrafrecht für alle Konfliktparteien gilt und bemüht sich um einen ausgewogenen und (soweit in diesem Konflikt überhaupt möglich) neutralen, zumindest entpolitisierten Ansatz. Damit wird der Grundstein für eine gleichmäßige Anwendung des Völkerstrafrechts gelegt.
Mouthbrooding behavior and sexual immune dimorphism in Indian perch Jaydia lineata
Authors: Zhang Yanhong , Wang Xin , Yu Haiyan , Zhong Jia , Qu Meng , Zhang Yuan , Shan Binbin , Qin Geng , Zhang Huixian , Huang Liangmin , Ma Zhenhua , Gao Tianxiang , Lin Qiang
Published: May 2024

Parental care enhances offspring survival in teleost vertebrates; however, its genetic basis and evolutionary traits remain unexplored. Therefore, we assembled the chromosome-level genome of the paternal mouthbrooder, Jaydia lineata, and observed convergent evolution in parental care fish. Genomic signatures revealed the association of certain genes with embryonic development, implying that parental behavior is conducive for offspring. Adaptive convergence occurred as an in evolutionary response oxytocin signaling pathway-related genes; thus, hormonal regulation is vital in this process. Specific neuropeptides and steroid hormones co-opted and primary immunodeficiency-related transcripts were enriched in Indian perch. Comparative transcriptome analysis revealed a trade-off between parental care and immunological activation in mouthbrooders. Sexual immune dimorphism, evident in the buccal mucosa, is characterized by the functional differentiation of immune-related genes in male mouthbrooders. Thus, we elucidated the genetic basis and unique physiological traits of mouthbrooding, offering insights into the independent evolution of complex parental care adaptations in teleosts.
Radiation Protection Aspects of Design for Nuclear Power Plants
Authors:   INTERNATIONAL ATOMIC ENERGY AGENCY
Published: May 2024

This Safety Guide provides recommendations for ensuring radiation protection in the design of new nuclear power plants, design modifications to operating plants, and checking the adequacy of the radiation protection aspects of design at different stages in the lifetime of operating plants. It also provides recommendations for measures to be taken in the design for the protection of site personnel, the public and the environment, and outlines the methodologies used to calculate on-site and off-site radiological conditions and to verify that the design provides an adequate level of radiation protection during operating lifetime and decommissioning. The guide is intended primarily for land-based, stationary nuclear power plants with water cooled reactors designed for electricity generation or for other heat generating applications. This publication is intended for organizations responsible for designing, manufacturing, and constructing nuclear power plants, operating organizations and contractors, including plant operators who are involved in planning, managing and implementing the design and design modification of nuclear power plants, and regulatory bodies and technical support organizations.
Protocolos de Transfusión Masiva: Una Revisión Actualizada
Authors: Sánchez Madriz Luis Josué , Soto Benavides Diana Carolina , Palma González Luis Diego , Camacho Arias Nikol Paola , Shion Pérez Jeniffer Fabiola
Published: May 2024

Una transfusión masiva es una situación en la que un paciente necesita recibir una gran cantidad de sangre y productos sanguíneos en poco tiempo, generalmente debido a una hemorragia que pone en peligro su vida. El objetivo de un protocolo de transfusión masiva es detener el sangrado, restaurar el volumen sanguíneo y el suministro de oxígeno, y prevenir o tratar complicaciones como temperatura corporal baja, pH sanguíneo bajo, niveles bajos de calcio y problemas de coagulación2. Las transfusiones masivas se utilizan a menudo en traumatismos, cirugía cardíaca, hemorragia posparto, hemorragia gastrointestinal y cirugía hepática. El estudio constituyó una revisión narrativa de trabajos científicos enfocados en el tema de transfusiones masivas. Se abordaron un total de XX estudios, publicados en idioma inglés y español. La ausencia de una definición universal de hemorragia masiva o transfusión masiva, la heterogeneidad en los pacientes que sufren de hemorragia masiva y la dificultad para predecir qué pacientes requerirán una transfusión masiva contribuyen a la dificultad de estudiar este tema. Sin embargo, hay pruebas de que una mayor proporción entre plasma y glóbulos rojos se correlaciona con una mejor supervivencia y que los complementos de la transfusión desempeñan un papel clave. Además, las validaciones recientes de los sistemas de puntuación de hemorragias masivas deberían permitir una activación más consistente y adecuada de las transfusiones masivas.
Factores influyentes para el uso de herramientas digitales en estudiantes universitarios
Authors: Oyarvide Estupiñán Nataly Samara , Tenorio Canchingre Elayne , Oyarvide Ibarra Romina Tanagra , Oyarvide Ramírez Harold Paúl , Racines Alban Tatiana
Published: May 2024

La formación profesional más competitiva exige a estudiantes adiestrarse en herramientas modernas orientadas hacia una educación de calidad, el objetivo investigativo fue determinar la importancia de herramientas digitales en la formación de estudiantes universitarios, la investigación fue exploratoria y descriptiva; usando como metodología la Teoría Fundamentada como elemento cualitativo de estudio y análisis de datos consultados del proceso para descubrir nuevas teorías basadas en el estudio de las necesidades de competencia del educando; se realiza una revisión de la literatura para establecer una base teórica sólida, seguida de la administración de una encuesta a una muestra representativa de 45 estudiantes universitarios. La encuesta incluyó preguntas que abarcan el acceso a la tecnología, las habilidades tecnológicas, el apoyo institucional, la motivación y las actitudes hacia el uso de herramientas digitales. Mediante un análisis de regresión se identificaron los principales hallazgos destacando la influencia significativa del acceso tecnológico, las habilidades tecnológicas, el apoyo institucional, la motivación y las actitudes positivas hacia el uso de herramientas digitales. Se concluye en la necesidad de la adquisición de nuevas competencias en la formación del estudiante universitario aplicando tecnologías nuevas como el uso de la inteligencia artificial (IA) en su preparación profesional.
La parcela escolar: estrategia para ambientalizar el curriculum
Authors: Delgadillo Dávila Angélica , Castellanos Suárez José Alfredo Castellanos Suárez , Sánchez Guzmán Patricio , Trejo Vega Sergio
Published: May 2024

Esta investigación se llevó a cabo en la parcela escolar de la Escuela Primaria Ignacio Allende, ubicada en San Miguel Coatlinchan, Municipio de Texcoco, Estado de México. El objetivo consistió introducir la dimensión ambiental en el curriculum a partir de la revitalización de la parcela escolar, empleando el binomio complejidad ambiental-transdisciplina a través de la producción agrícola por sistema milpa con la integración de conocimientos ancestrales y contemporáneos como elemento clave para mejorar la producción, recuperación y desarrollo de un entorno social y natural propicio para el desarrollo integral de las capacidades humanas. La investigación se dividió en cuatro etapas: diagnóstico, planeación, implementación y evaluación. Se utilizó la metodología de investigación-acción, empleando como instrumentos el diario de campo, cuestionario y análisis de suelo. A partir de los resultados obtenidos, se elaboró una propuesta para transformar la parcela escolar en un módulo demostrativo. La parcela escolar se convirtió en un espacio de aprendizaje que permitió la integración de la teoría y la práctica, mediante la implementación de diversas actividades por parte de los docentes para ambientalizar el currículum.
Las Competencias Digitales en los Estudiantes: Caso en Nivel Superior
Authors: Lorca Velueta Edgar Martín , Cárdenas Díaz Natalia , De la Cruz Caballero Adriana Mariela , Potenciano Morales Wilver , López Guzmán Miguel Alberto
Published: May 2024

México es uno de los países con mayor rezago en el dominio de la competencia tecnológica, considerando esto, el presente trabajo de investigación se diseñó con el objetivo analizar el dominio de competencias digitales que tienen los estudiantes de la Ingeniería en Sistemas Computacionales del Instituto Tecnológico Superior de Centla, la hipótesis de investigación se consideró que los estudiantes de las Ingeniería en Sistemas Computacionales tienen un nivel de dominio medio de las competencias digitales, el estudio se realizó con base en el paradigma cuantitativo de tipo no experimental correlacional. Los participantes en el estudio con base en un muestreo probabilístico estratificado proporcional fueron 86 estudiantes, para la recolección de datos se utilizó un cuestionario tipo Likert aplicado en Google Forms, conformado por un total de 14 ítems, divididos en las 2 áreas de competencia, dicho cuestionario tuvo un alfa de Cronbach de 0.96.
Proyecto de Fundación de un Colegio de Niñas en Pátzcuaro a Fines del Siglo XVIII: Una Institución que no fue Aprobada por Falta de Garantías
Authors: Torres-Vega José Martín
Published: May 2024

El propósito de la presente comunicación consiste en mostrar como las instituciones femeninas en la Nueva España fueron parte importante en el desarrollo social, en ellas se formaron mujeres que tuvieron distintos roles de acuerdo con la mística y objetivos del establecimiento del que formaron parte. El objetivo principal consiste en una aproximación a través de fuentes editas e inéditas al intento de fundación de un colegio de niñas, así como a la localización y lectura del plano arquitectónico diseñado para este fin. El alcance de la investigación es presentar lo sucedido en el proceso de materialización del instituto, pues ahí se da cuenta sobre la manera en que se integraba una solicitud, los actores, los factores y las distintas condiciones que permitían la erección de uno de ellos. La revisión bibliográfica sobre el tema de la vida femenina en las instituciones se realizó bajo el criterio una selección de trabajos especializados y reconocidos por los aportes de sus autores. Metodológicamente trabajo se fundamenta con investigación de documentos manuscritos históricos, los cuales tienen una enorme relevancia debido a que son fuentes de primera mano, por lo tanto evidencia del proceso de fundación de la pretendida institución. La bibliografía especializada es otro de los apoyos que brindan soporte al texto, mientras que la observación directa del sitio complementó la investigación. Las fases de desarrollo de la Investigación comenzaron con la revisión de textos publicados, en los cuales se detectó la necesidad de explicar de manera, más detallada lo sucedido en los profesos de fundación de instituciones femeninas y la elección del caso del colegio de Pátzcuaro. Posteriormente se planteó la metodología y las fuentes objetivas para el desarrollo de la misma. De la ejecución de la investigación se obtuvieron los resultados, mismo que fueron discutidos y analizados con detalle en el siguiente momento. Finalmente se llegó a los Resultados. A manera de conclusión se refiere que en la segunda mitad del siglo XVIII la ciudad de Pátzcuaro, México, fue objeto de un proyecto que pretendió una fundación singular, un colegio con múltiples actividades educativas y de resguardo para niñas y jóvenes de esta parte de la geografía novohispana, pero debido a la falta de garantías y documentos que avalaran la propuesta, el proyecto no logró materializarse.
Caso Clínico: Hydrops Fetal No Inmune
Authors: González González Luis Alberto , Zamora Chávez Zaida Selene , Mora Rivera Katya Miroslava , Jimenez Ahumada Maria Elizabeth , Tsuyuko Shiguematsu Maria
Published: May 2024

Introducción: Se define hydrops fetalis como la presencia de 2 o más colecciones anormales de líquido en el feto, con evidencia mediante ecografía, 9, 11. Estas colecciones de líquido se presentan como ascitis, derrame pleural, derrame pericárdico y edema cutáneo generalizado (con espesor de piel >5 mm), 10, 12. Hay dos categorías de hydrops fetalis: inmune y no inmune. El hydrops fetalis no inmune es específicamente de casos sin aloinmunización con glóbulos rojos, 9. Actualmente se ha repostado que la incidencia de hydrops fetalis inmune a disminuido en los últimos años de manera significativa. El 90% de los casos de hydrops fetalis son  de tipo no inmune. Presentación del caso: Se presenta el caso de embarazada con mal control prenatal con grupo sanguíneo O Rh negativo, no isoinmunizada, donde se decidió interrupción del embarazo por pérdida del bienestar fetal; al nacimiento se inició abordaje para hydrops fetalis no inmune.  Conclusiones: Revisión del tema mediante discusión del abordaje diagnóstico y terapéutico actual.
Gynecomastia treatment with Tamoxifen or Tamoxifen followed by Letrozole: Prototype Clinical Study
Authors:   Rea Maternity Hospital: Breast Unit, Athens, Greece, Zervoudis Stefanos ,   University of West Attica, Athens, Greece, Iatrakis Georgios ,   Rea Maternity Hospital: Breast Unit, Athens, Greece,   University of West Attica, Athens, Greece, Tsikouras Panagiotis ,   University Hospital of Alexandroupolis, Greece, Peitsidis Panagiotis ,   Rea Maternity Hospital: Breast Unit, Athens, Greece,   University of West Attica, Athens, Greece, Sarella Angeliki ,   University of West Attica, Athens, Greece, Ampatzis Christos ,   "St Andrew" General Hospital of Patras, Patra, Greece
Published: May 2024

Gynecomastia is very common cause of a patient’s visit to a mastology office. Gynecomastia is experienced in up to 70% of mid-puberty males and in up to 65% of middle-aged men. The treatment starts with the identification of the cause, but in most cases the patient is treated with tamoxifen, aromatase inhibitors, liposuction or surgery. Τreatment of gynecomastia is not well standarized. In our prospective study, we examined the use of tamoxifen followed by letrozole and a clinically important reduction was achieved, when compared with those who were treated only with tamoxifen. Further research needs to be conducted in order to confirm this promising protocol.
ADVANCED CYBERSECURITY PROTOCOLS FOR SECURING DATA MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS IN INDUSTRIAL AND HEALTHCARE ENVIRONMENTS
Authors:   Department of Finance, Texas A&M University, Texarkana, USA, Joy Zihad Hasan , Islam Siful ,   Graduate Researcher, Master of Science in Management Information Systems, College of Business, Lamar University, Texas, USA, Rahaman Md Atiqur ,   Graduate Researcher, Department of Management and Information Technology, St. Francis College, New York, USA, Haque Md. Nazmul ,   PhD Candidate, University Malaysia Terengganu, Facaulty Of Business Economics And Social Develoment,  Kuala Nerus, Terengganu, Malaysia
Published: May 2024

The increasing digitalization of industrial and healthcare environments has heightened the importance of cybersecurity to protect sensitive data and ensure the integrity of data management systems. This article examines advanced cybersecurity protocols designed to address the unique challenges faced by these sectors. It explores various threats, including ransomware, phishing, and insider threats, as well as system vulnerabilities found in legacy systems, IoT and medical devices, and cloud computing. The implementation of robust security measures such as encryption, multi-factor authentication, and intrusion detection systems is analyzed in depth. Through a comprehensive review of existing research and real-world case studies, including those of Maersk Line, Memorial Health System, and Norsk Hydro, this study provides insights into effective strategies for enhancing cybersecurity in industrial and healthcare settings. The findings highlight the critical role of these measures, alongside regular staff training and awareness programs, in safeguarding data management systems. By leveraging advanced technologies and proactive security practices, organizations can better protect their sensitive data against evolving cyber threats.
El futuro de los laboratorios clínicos luego del Covid 19
Authors: Salazar Balladares Damian Alejandro , Guangasig Toapanta Víctor Hernán
Published: May 2024

La llegada del SARS-CoV-2 fue inesperada, la magnitud de la pandemia superó todas las predicciones, así como la capacidad estructural, tecnológica y humana de los laboratorios clínicos. A medida que los primeros meses de la pandemia pasó, los laboratorios clínicos aprendieron a responder a una demanda de pruebas con la finalidad de detectar este virus e identificar si el tratamiento farmacológico estaba dando resultados. Cada vez se necesitaban pruebas más rápidas y fiables, y los esfuerzos masivos de secuenciación permitieron realizar un seguimiento de la evolución del virus y de la pandemia. Aun así, al 12 de abril de 2023 se llegó a un número mundial de muertes de 2,65 millones. La presente investigación recopila información de cómo trabajaron los laboratorios clínicos durante la pandemia del Covid-19 y si están preparados para una próxima pandemia. El artículo mantiene una metodología enfocada en la revisión bibliografía de distintas bases de datos tales como MQRInvestigar, Scielo, Google Académico, Digital Publisher, Pubmed, Dialnet, en la que se pudo obtener información valiosa que aporto a la investigación. Los resultados obtenidos demuestran que es necesario invertir en los laboratorios clínicos para tener los equipos calibrados, personal capacitado, tecnología de punta, pero sobre todo se debe contar con una red integrada por los laboratorios públicos y privados en la que puedan detectar el microorganismo que está afectando a la población y permite mantener vigilancia epidemiologia de la enfermedad.
İstiklâl Marşı’nda Önvarsayım ve Önvarsayım Tetikleyicileri
Authors: Söylemez Yusuf , Kasımoğlu Dönmez Berrin
Published: May 2024

Sözce oluşturan/konuşan/yazar ve sözceye maruz kalan/dinleyen/okur arasında ortak bilgi birikiminin olması iletişimin sağlığı ve devamlılığı için gereklidir. Bu bilgiler kimi zaman sözce içinde açıkça söylenirken çoğu zaman açıkça söylenmemektedir. Sözce oluşturulurken göndericinin ve alıcının bildiği örtük bilgiye önvarsayım denir. Önvarsayım “konuşmacının sözcesinde açıkça dile getirmediği fakat sözcedeki sözlüksel ve sözdizimsel yapıya bağlı olarak ortaya çıkan, dinleyenin de kesin olarak bildiğini kabul ettiği bütün bilgiler” şeklinde tanımlanabilir. Önvarsayımlar genellikle tetikleyicilerine göre sınıflandırılır. Önvarsayım tetikleyicisi sözce içinde önvarsayım durumuna kaynaklık eden her bir söz birimi veya yapıdır.
Bu çalışmada, Türk milletinin millî marşı ve Türk milleti için önemli bir yere sahip İstiklâl Marşı’ndaki önvarsayımlar ve bu önvarsayımların tetikleyicileri ele alınmıştır. Çalışmanın amacı, Millî Mücadele zamanından günümüze içinde bir milletin ortak hafızasını barındıran bu metnin önvarsayımlarını ve önvarsayım tetikleyicilerini belirleyerek şiirin önvarsayımlar aracılığıyla verdiği mesajlar yanında, tarihsel ve kültürel kodları taşıyıcılığı üzerinde durmaktır. Çalışmada İstiklâl Marşı’nın tamamı incelenmiştir. Çalışma, nitel araştırma yöntemlerine göre yürütülmüştür. Araştırmanın verileri doküman incelemesi yöntemiyle toplanmış, elde edilen veriler betimsel analiz yöntemiyle analiz edilmiştir. İstiklâl Marşı’nda varoluşsal (69), sözlüksel (50), yapısal (6), olgusal olmayan (3) ve karşı olgusal (2) önvarsayım tespit edilmiştir. Önvarsayımların ortaya çıkmasında dış gönderim (2), art gönderim (10) ve ön gönderimden (1) yararlanıldığı görülmüştür. Varoluşsal önvarsayımdan sonra en sık rastlanan önvarsayım türü olan sözlüksel önvarsayımın ortaya çıkmasında uzlaşımsal önvarsayım tetikleyicisi (24) en sık gözlenen tetikleyicidir. Uzlaşımsal önvarsayım tetikleyicilerinin sağladığı önvarsayımlarda önvarsayımın tespit edilmesi, sözcenin ya da metnin ait olduğu toplumun tüm yönlerine hâkim olmayı gerektirmektedir. Bu tetikleyicinin ortaya çıkardığı önvarsayımlar ayrı bir çalışmanın konusu olabilir.
Tuna: Investigations of value addition and potential EU investments in tuna fisheries in Africa
Authors: Failler Pierre , Touron-Gardic Grégoire , Hansen Juliana Arias , Rodriguez Alexandre , Doblado Sonia , Hermansen Øystein , Viðarsson Jónas R. , Forse Andy , Drakeford Benjamin
Published: May 2024

This research studies investment opportunities within the tuna fish pole and line fishery along the coast of the African Atlantic Façade (mainly SW-Senegal) and the associated value chains. Also, a section is dedicated to investigating the specific case of the investment of French capital in tuna fisheries in the Seychelles in the Indian Ocean. The investigation was conducted under the FarFish project, whose overarching objective is to provide knowledge, tools, and methods to support responsible, sustainable, and profitable EU fisheries outside European waters, both within the jurisdiction (EEZ) of non-EU coastal states as well as in international waters and high seas. In order to achieve this, the aim of this research is to identify, study, and potentially recommend investment opportunities for EU operators within some of the project’s case study countries. The investigations into tuna fisheries were based on interviews with relevant stakeholders, including shipowners and key personnel from public bodies and institutions both in West Africa and Europe (see Appendix A for the list of stakeholders consulted). In addition, most of the data presented in this section was acquired from DG-Mare in a non-public dataset compiling every fishing lot from EU vessels operating within SFPAs in Senegal. A second case study in tuna fisheries, in this case in the Indian Ocean, investigates the investment from the French company SAPMER to improve the land infrastructure in the Port of Victoria (Seychelles), as this would be the only notable investment by European interests in recent years for tuna fishing in Africa. These sections conclude that the fishing area where EU pole-and-line vessels are active is becoming less productive, decreasing the profitability of European-flagged vessels as well as of Senegalese-flagged vessels that maintain close partnerships with Europe. As a response, they have attempted to extend their fishing grounds. Additional fishing opportunities are opening in The Gambia (whose EEZ is restricted), and other countries are expected to follow. Contrastingly, the EU sustainable partnership fisheries agreement with Senegal or Mauritania could include fewer fishing opportunities in terms of tonnage as well as increasingly restrictive conditions for access and landings. European operators have reacted so far by considering the switch to a private regime instead of operating under SFPA as a preferred strategy.
Forecasting corporate social investment in Asian based organizational features of corporate social responsibility
Authors: Younas Asifa
Published: May 2024

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities, which target social and environmental challenges, are prompted by pressures from stakeholders. As a result, businesses use Corporate Social Investment (CSI) channels to finance CSR initiatives in the areas in which they conduct business. There is still a dearth of empirical studies in developing regions, especially in Asian countries, despite the large number of CSR studies carried out in wealthy nations. In order to determine the degree to which Firm Size and Organizational Sector predict Corporate Social Investment (CSI) in Asia, this quantitative study used frameworks for CSR and stakeholder engagement. To find out if these two organizational traits, used separately or together, have a substantial impact on CSI, three study questions were presented. Data from 54 Asian-based companies that submitted reports to the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) between 2018 and 2022 were examined in this study. Multiple regression analysis (MRA) using archival data from GRI reports showed that Organizational Sector emerged as a significant predictor (b = 0.275, p = 0.005), indicating that manufacturing and fertilizing companies contributed more to CSI than other companies, while Firm Size did not significantly predict CSI spending (b = −0.089, p = 0.259). This emphasizes how critical it is to take the Organizational Sector into consideration as an important predictor of corporate social responsibility (CSR) and how important it is to take this into account when figuring out how firms might support social development in Asian communities.
Striking a balance: Resolving conflicts of interest in Hong Kong’s insurance market
Authors: Lee Zion
Published: May 2024

Hong Kong’s insurance sector plays a vital role in the city’s robust financial landscape, contributing significantly to the economy and serving essential individual protection needs. However, ongoing governance is required to address issues that could undermine consumer confidence and market integrity. The article examines key conflicts of interest in Hong Kong’s insurance industry, including misaligned sales incentives, misleading information from agents, and a lack of commission transparency. It proposes regulatory reforms such as standardized commission disclosure and the development of a “Policy Comparator” tool to empower customers and promote ethical practices. By implementing these evidence-based solutions, the insurance industry can enhance transparency, reduce information asymmetries, and incentivize suitable recommendations. Cooperation among regulators, insurers, and consumer advocates remains critical to maintaining responsiveness to emerging risks and upholding customer-centric standards. Leveraging technology-enabled reforms, Hong Kong’s insurance sector is well-positioned to thrive while safeguarding vulnerable policyholders and public confidence in this crucial financial pillar.
Human Resource Management Progression, Organizational Commitment, And Turnover Rates of the Employees in The Aviation Industry
Authors:   BBSUL, Asad Arshma
Published: May 2024

Purpose: The main objective of this study is to emphasize the human resource management progression, organizational commitment, and turnover rates of employees in the aviation industry. Design/ methodology/ approach: This study used a quantitative analysis based on the survey forms. Twenty employees working in the aviation industry were recruited for this study. The questionnaire was designed on a 3-point Likert scale strategy. The final draft of the questionnaire comprised fourteen questions. Findings: The results suggested that an employee who experiences positive human resources practices in the company is positively interested in continuing to work for the company. However, it was also observed that employees of the aviation industry are likely to show lesser commitment and considerable turnover intention when they sense that their organization's human resource management practices are poor. Originality: This research encompasses the reimbursements of organizational commitment mediated through human resource management progression on turnover intentions of employees in the aviation industry. Keywords: Human Resource Management, Organizational Commitment, Turnover Intentions, Aviation Industry
Identify and Assess the Key Components Influencing Local Tax Returns in Asian Countries
Authors:   University of Karachi, Sohail Esha
Published: May 2024

Background: Taxes are regarded as an efficient tool for the country to regulate the macro-economy, which is primarily utilized to finance expenses, in addition to serving as the primary source of national net profit. Taxes are a significant source of income and a significant share of overall national net profit in emerging Southeast Asian (ASEAN) economies. Aim: The current research seeks to determine the key components influencing the tax return policy in all ASEAN nations during the existing time frame to suggest policy changes and suggestions that will assist in the growth of the political and economic system as a whole as well as the optimization of the tax return structure. Method: The research presented in this article includes panel data from ten nations from 2002 to 2020. The World Bank’s World Indicators are a source of information on tax returns, level of economic development (GDP), trade, foreign direct investment (FDI), agricultural value added (ARG), industrial sector value added (IND), education level, average lifespan, and infant death ratio. Results: The study results illustrate that five out of the eight above components positively affect tax returns. FDI, IND, SCHTER, and INFDEATH have no statistical significance. This implies that when all other factors are held constant, the total national tax return is unaffected by foreign direct investment, the industry share in the GDP, the degree of education, or the infant death ratio. Conclusion: Governments in ASEAN countries must take action to raise per capita income in order to raise tax returns. They should actively and adaptably use economic policy tools to closely and synchronously operate with financial measures. Keywords: ASEAN countries, tax return, economic growth, GDP, FDI, governmental policies
Unraveling the Economic Collapse in Pakistan: A Thematic Analysis of Unemployment and Inflation through the Lenz of Educationist
Authors:   LUAWMS, Haider Shahzad , Khan Imran ,   LUAWMS, Shoukat Fatima ,   LUAWMS
Published: May 2024

Aim: The study primarily aimed to investigate the interlinkage between unemployment and increasing inflation rate and how they contribute to economic collapse in Pakistan. The study examines the effects of inflation on Pakistan’s economy and how it affects the locals and the employment rate in Pakistan. Methodology: This study comprises a qualitative research design. Semi- structured interviews were employed through thematic analysis. Open-ended questions were used to guide the interviews. The participants included 6 senior-level economists from a private organization in Pakistan. The similar responses of the participants were then divided into different themes. Results: The outcomes of the study revealed that elevating crime rate, hyperinflation, declining trade rate, excessive foreign debt and recession accelerate the contribution of increasing inflation and unemployment to economic collapse. Conclusion: The study concluded the interlinkage between increasing inflation and unemployment and its effects on Pakistan’s economy
Exploring the Drivers of Youth Unemployment in Pakistan: A Comprehensive Review
Authors:   University of Karachi, Ahmad Sharjeel , Imran Muhammad ,   SZABIST
Published: May 2024

Background: One of the major issues faced by countries globally is unemployment, predominantly youth unemployment. Youth unemployment has been a significant issue for many developing countries including Pakistan. Aim: The current study mainly aims to examine the factors affecting the employment rate among the youth in Pakistan. Methodology: The study comprises a review design that analyses the factors for youth unemployment identified as insufficient investment rate, overpopulation, political unrest, and the backwardness of the agriculture sector. The study addresses the adolescents who are primarily affected by the recession due to the existing youth group being large. Results: The long-term outlook for youth unemployment is relatively high, and there is a strong case for policymakers to tackle these challenges. The prevailing youth group is facing challenges in accessing employment; hence, it is important for policymakers to address these issues. The study also deliberates the necessity for an adequate environment for employment, examination of policy and the evaluation of the causes assisting in offering jobs to youth. Conclusion: The outcomes of this study determined that insufficient investment rate, Political unrest, overpopulation and the regressive agriculture sector are the prime factors affecting youth unemployment.
WAYS TO IMPROVE TOURISM ECONOMY DEVELOPMENT
Authors:   International University of Tourism and Hospitality, ASSAN D.S.
Published: May 2024

Tourism economics is a science that studies and analyzes the economic relations that arise in the process of production, distribution and consumption of tourist products and services designed to satisfy the needs and desires of travelers. Modern scientific research considers tourism as a complex socio-economic system that provides material and non-material needs of people, providing services through a complete and rational vacation. The purpose of the study: to develop theoretical and methodological rules for improving the financial potential of tourist organizations in the regions to realize their development potential. Tourism is a branch of economy that supplements the budget of many countries of the world. The developed methods can be used as practical recommendations in the development and implementation of the tourism complex described in the article, to assess its socio-economic importance. The article considerssome issues of financial indicators of tourism economy development.