bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A Panoramic View on International Higher Education Studies from a Global Perspective
Authors: Taşçı Gülşah , Bozkurt Aras
Published: June 2024

With globalization, international education has become much more accessible to more people around the world. International higher education (IHE) has been among the most studied topics in higher education in recent years. In this context, the present study aims to investigate the studies conducted on IHE through a systematic literature review by analyzing studies published between 1965 and 2021 and employs social network analysis (SNA) and text-mining techniques. All these findings show that global, national, and institutional strategies are effective in the increase of interest in international education and especially in the increase of research. In this connection, this study provides an overview of trends; academic production in IHE has been researched with the data mining and analytics approaches, bibliometric method and the analysis of social networks. Thus, a better understanding and interpretation of the leading themes in the literature of internationalization in higher education is possible to achieve a better understanding of the field of intellectual scientific knowledge in the literature on globalization and IHE.
The Role of The State in Capitalism and in A System of Cooperative Firms
Authors: Jossa Bruno
Published: June 2024

The author criticises the marxist view of State power in capitalism and advances the thesis that within a truly socialist system the State would ultimately rise to the challenge of Hegel in terms of making it its task to serve the interests of the community at large. He set forth also the proposition that even in capitalistic systems the State might make it its task to further a gradual transition to socialism by peaceful means.
Preliminary Evaluation of Diapause Intensity in Phytomyza orobanchia Kalt. (Diptera, Agromyzidae) in Faba Bean Vicia faba Fields in Alexandria, Egypt
Authors: Hegazi Esmat , Khafagi W. E. , Zeid A. Abou , Attia Manal A. , Hasaneen Mervat , Shall Amany Abu , Aly Nagat , Taleb H. K. Abou , El-Rahman Safaa. Abd , Showiel Sania F. , Al Eryan M. Awad , Mahmoud Anter K. , Farag Marwa M. A.
Published: June 2024

This study was carried out to evaluate the diapause intensity in Phytomyza orobanchia Kalt. (Diptera, Agromyzidae) in faba bean fields in Alexandria, Egypt. Several visits were carried out in faba bean seasons of 2021 and 2022 during January, February, March and April (cool to warm temperature) to collect spicks from faba bean fields infested by Orobanche crenata Forsk (Orobanchaceae). The spicks were dissected under binocular microscope and inspected for Ph.orobanchia puparia. Total of 6663 and 2810 Ph.orobanchia puparia were collected throughout the 1st and 2nd seasons, respectively. Ph.orobanchia puparia were allowed hatching to evaluate diapause incidence in the fly .Monthly mean fly emergence was recorded . This fly is a short-day species with a pupal summer - winter diapause. For each faba bean season, the onset of pupal diapause was in February increases in March and reached maximum in April. Large proportion of diapausing puparia of 1year old, hatched in January, decreased gradually, reaching its minimum in April. The live pupria that did not emerge after April, were assumed to be prepupae-pupae in diapause for more longer period (2-3 years). Also, large proportion of remaining diapausing puparia were found parasitized by Tetrastichus phytomyzae (Hymenoptera, Eulophidae) wasps. The emerged wasps were observed to parasitized the old unparasitized diapaused fly puparia and destroying the rearing fly culture during the two seasons. Females outnumber the males among non-diapausing flies. However, males outnumber the females for diapausing puparia hatched in March. While the sex ratio of emerged flies of diapaused puparia hatched in January, February and April was in favor of females.
The Correlation Between Gold Price and Some Macroeconomic Factors in Vietnam Period 2018-2023
Authors: Dao Vu Thi
Published: June 2024

This study is conducted with the goal of testing the correlation between the internal gold price and some macroeconomic factors in Vietnam. Based on the data set collected from January 2018 to December 2023, a multivariate linear regression model is applied to test the correlation between Vietnam gold price and independent variables in the research model. Independent variables included in the research model: Interest rate, inflation rate, USD/VND exchange rate, and VN-Index. The research results show that both interest rate and VN-Index are negatively correlated with the internal gold price while world gold price and USD/VND exchange rate are positively correlated with Vietnam gold price. However, the research results also show that the correlation between CPI growth rate with the internal gold price is not statistically significant.
The Effect of Practice on The Level of Performance of Some Basic Soccer Skills Among Young Women in Palestinian Clubs
Authors: Bahjat Abu Tame , Lahlooh Sama , Baaziz Mohamed , Aloui Ali , Abderrahman Abderraouf Ben
Published: June 2024

The study aimed to identify the level of skillful performance of some basic soccer skills among young female players in Palestinian clubs, in addition to identifying differences in the level of performance according to the variable years of playing: 1-2 years, 3 years or more. To achieve this, the researchers used the descriptive approach, using and conducting skill tests (running with the ball, passing, controlling the ball, shooting, hitting the ball with the head), on a stratified random sample of (89) emerging female soccer players. The results of the study showed that the level of skillful performance of some basic soccer skills among female soccer players in Palestinian clubs was between average and good, in terms of the averages of the skill tests under study, as the average results of the ball running test was (17.01)/s, and the average passing skill was (11.6) times, controlling the ball had an average of (14.87) times, shooting skill with an average of (14.43) times, and hitting the ball with the head had an average of (4.04) times. The results of the study showed that there are no differences in the level of skillful performance among female soccer players depending on the variable years of playing, with the exception of the controlling the ball skill, for the benefit of three years or more. The researchers recommended the necessity of working to improve and develop the level of skill performance for basic skills among female soccer players in Palestinian clubs and this is through continuity of training.
Forest Aesthetics as a Basic Idea for Forest Management from the Perspectives of Light Quality, Ecosystems, and Sustainability in Japan
Authors: Koike Tatsunori , Koike Takayoshi , Ueda Hirofumi
Published: June 2024

Forest conservation as a living environment is essential for human survival. Attention is focused on Forest Aesthetics created by von H. Salisch at Postel in Poland, who managed economic forests to realize their functional beauty. Although an idea of Salisch introduced to Japan by 1895, lectures on Forest Aesthetics did not continue in universities located in middle latitudes. The main reason is that Forest Aesthetics depends on stand structure, creating sunshine filtering through canopy on the forest floor and the incident light makes the forests look beautiful. Action of light quality also plays an important role in forest beauty. Forest Aesthetics encompasses the ideas of ecosystems, sustainability, and family affection. Although Forest Aesthetics was proposed in 1885, there was no scientific term of “ecosystem” and ecological service that time. Now once again, it is about time to reevaluate the Forest Aesthetics produced in land of Poland.
Springs of Life: Spas in Western Galicia from the Beginning of the 19th Century to the Outbreak of World War I
Authors: Hojka Zbigniew
Published: June 2024

Some of the spas there trace their origins to the first half of that century. Thanks to its diverse natural and geographic environment Western Galicia was somehow predestined to establish spas. There were mineral waters and a favorable microclimate. An additional advantage was the mountainous natural environment, especially, in the south of the region, which was mostly pristine. Even though some spas originated in the first part of the century, their dynamic development began to be observed only from the middle of the same century. The number of visitors also began to grow dynamically. The most fashionable place in the middle of the century was Szczawnica. However, it gradually lost this position as a result of increasing competition from other spas and internal problems. Before the outbreak of World War I, Zakopane clearly led the way. The state of the spas depended on the people managing them, mainly, on their commitment. Alongside large spas like Zakopane and Szczawnica existed smaller ones with poorly developed accommodation. They were treated by visitors more as a summer resort than a health resort. The purpose of the article is to show the development of spa treatment in the 19th century and early 20th century. It was based on the sources of medicinal waters discovered in western Galicia. Consequently, these areas became a kind of spa basin, popular among patients. The selected individual spas are discussed, their establishment and development are described, factors influencing the growth of their popularity and obstacles to their development are indicated. Changes in the interaction between man and nature in relation to Western Galicia are shown. It allows to understand the inspiring role of nature in the everyday life of man.
Agriculture and the environment in Poland in the years 1944–2004: an Outline
Authors: Janicki Tadeusz
Published: June 2024

Among the many studies on the history of Polish countryside and agriculture after 1945, there are no studies analyzing in a broader scope the issue of the relationship between agricultural production and the natural environment, despite the close connection between this sector of the economy and natural resources. The negative impact of agricultural intensification based on chemicalization and mechanization of agriculture on the condition of the natural environment is also omitted (or treated marginally). This text is an attempt to fill this gap. Its subject is the problem of the impact of agriculture on the natural environment in Poland in the years 1944–2004, i.e. in the period from the end of the war to Poland’s accession to the European Union. The basic research questions concern the directions of agricultural policy in the above period and selected methods of agricultural intensification and their impact on the environment, with particular emphasis on artificial fertilization and chemical plant protection, agricultural mechanization and agricultural land improvement. Due to the lack of space, the description of the above problems is a synthetic sketch concerning selected issues that await in-depth research. However, existing research shows that the degree of environmental threat depends on the level of fertilization and use of plant protection products, the degree of mechanization and dissemination of monocultures, and the level of drainage. Therefore, in Poland it occurred with varying intensity, greater in large-scale farming areas and less in the case of small and extensive family farms.
UFRS SÜRDÜRÜLEBİLİRLİK AÇIKLAMA STANDARTLARI İLE AVRUPA SÜRDÜRÜLEBİLİRLİK RAPORLAMA STANDARTLARI’NIN KARŞILAŞTIRMASI
Authors: Aksoy Hazır Çağrı
Published: June 2024

Uluslararası organizasyonların sürdürülebilirlik raporlamasına dair sundukları yönerge, ilke ve standartlarını uyumlu hale getirmeleri ve raporlama uygulamalarını iyileştirmeleri konusundaki ilgileri son dönemlerde artış göstermiştir. Paydaşların sürdürülebilirlik açıklamalarının şeffaflığına dair talebinin artması, tek tip sürdürülebilirlik raporlama çerçevesinin oluşturulması talebi, nispeten yeni olan iki kurum: UFRS Vakfı’nı ve Avrupa Finansal Raporlama Danışma Grubu (EFRAG) ile Avrupa Komisyonu’nu bu alana yönlendirmiştir. Bu çalışmada, UFRS Vakfı kuruluşu olan Uluslararası Sürdürülebilirlik Standartları Kurulu (ISSB) ile Avrupa Finansal Raporlama Danışma Grubu (EFRAG) tarafından geliştirilen sürdürülebilirlik raporlama standartlarının gelişim süreci açıklanmış ve yayınlanan standart setleri olan UFRS Sürdürülebilirlik Açıklama Standartları (IFRS S) ve Avrupa Sürdürülebilirlik Raporlama Standartları (ESRS) karşılaştırılmıştır.
Processing of alcohol pomelo beverage (Citrus grandis (L.) Osbeck) using saccharomyces yeast: Optimization, physicochemical quality, and sensory characteristics
Authors: Huynh Ngoc Thanh Tam , Nguyen Thanh Thuy , Tran Thanh Truc , Nguyen Tan Hung , Ton Nu Thuy An , Pham Tri Nhut
Published: June 2024

In the harvest season, besides good quality pomelos, many unqualified pomelos exist for commercial purposes. However, these products still have much potential to be exploited to optimize profits for producers. Therefore, this study was conducted with the aim of developing a alcohol pomelo beverage (APB) process from pomelo to create added value for this fruit. In this study, pomelo fruit, a tropical fruit with high nutritional values, was used as the primary substrate for a process of alcoholic fermentation using Saccharomyces strains. The indicators included yeast with a density of 103, 105, and 107 CFU/mL, initial total soluble solid (TSS) was 19, 23, and 27, and the fermentation time was 0, 6, 8, 10, 12, and 14 days. The result shows that the optimal fermentation process could be carried out at the initial TSS of 27%, yeast density of 103 CFU/mL, and fermentation time of 12 days to attain the final product with the alcohol content of 10.35% (v/v). In addition, the final product was found to show the presence of phytochemicals such as phenols, tannins, flavonoids, alkaloids, coumarins, quinones, saponins, terpenoids, and steroids. The total polyphenol content in beverage was 271.3 mg GAE/mL, highly correlated to its antibacterial capacity. Besides, the antioxidant capacity of APB was also recorded through the DPPH free radical scavenging ability of 11,599 µg/mL and H2O2 of 14.33 µg/mL, respectively. Sensory evaluation results recorded positive feedback on odor (4.2/5) and acceptability (4/5). In summary, APB products have nutritional value and organoleptic characteristics that are suitable for the consideration of large-scale production expansion in the future.
On Fejér-type inequalities for generalized trigonometrically and hyperbolic k-convex functions
Authors: Dragomir Silvestru Sever , Jleli Mohamed , Samet Bessem
Published: June 2024

For

μ
∈

C

1

(

I

)

\mu \in {C}^{1}\left(I)

,

μ
>
0

\mu \gt 0

, and

λ
∈
C

(

I

)

\lambda \in C\left(I)

, where

I

I

is an open interval of

R

{\mathbb{R}}

, we consider the set of functions

f
∈

C

2

(

I

)

f\in {C}^{2}\left(I)

satisfying the second-order differential inequality

d

d
t

μ

d
f

d
t

+
λ
f
≥
0

\frac{{\rm{d}}}{{\rm{d}}t}\left(\phantom{\rule[-0.75em]{}{0ex}},\mu \frac{{\rm{d}}f}{{\rm{d}}t}\right)+\lambda f\ge 0

in

I

I

. The considered set includes several classes of generalized convex functions from the literature. In particular, if

μ
≡
1

\mu \equiv 1

and

λ
=

k

2

\lambda ={k}^{2}

,

k
>
0

k\gt 0

, we obtain the class of trigonometrically

k

k

-convex functions, while if

μ
≡
1

\mu \equiv 1

and

λ
=
−

k

2

\lambda =-{k}^{2}

,

k
>
0

k\gt 0

, we obtain the class of hyperbolic

k

k

-convex functions. In this article, we establish a Fejér-type inequality for the introduced set of functions without any symmetry condition imposed on the weight function and discuss some special cases of weight functions. Moreover, we provide characterizations of the classes of trigonometrically and hyperbolic

k

k

-convex functions.
Invariant means and lacunary sequence spaces of order (α, β)
Authors: Ayman-Mursaleen Mohammad , Nasiruzzaman Md. , Sharma Sunil K. , Cai Qing-Bo
Published: June 2024

In this article, we use the notion of lacunary statistical convergence of order

(

α
,
β

)

\left(\alpha ,\beta )

to introduce new sequence spaces by lacunary sequence, invariant means defined by Musielak-Orlicz function

ℳ
=

(

ℵ

k

)

{\mathcal{ {\mathcal M} }}=\left({\aleph }_{k})

. We also examine some topological properties and prove inclusion relations between newly constructed sequence spaces.
Molecular landscape of borderline ovarian tumours: A systematic review
Authors: Sadlecki Pawel , Walentowicz-Sadlecka Malgorzata
Published: June 2024

Borderline ovarian tumours (BOTs) show intriguing characteristics distinguishing them from other ovarian tumours. The aim of the systematic review was to analyse the spectrum of molecular changes found in BOTs and discuss their significance in the context of the overall therapeutic approach. The systematic review included articles published between 2000 and 2023 in the databases: PubMed, EMBASE, and Cochrane. After a detailed analysis of the available publications, we qualified for the systematic review: 28 publications on proto-oncogenes: BRAF, KRAS, NRAS, ERBB2, and PIK3CA, 20 publications on tumour suppressor genes: BRCA1/2, ARID1A, CHEK2, PTEN, 4 on adhesion molecules: CADM1, 8 on proteins: B-catenin, claudin-1, and 5 on glycoproteins: E-Cadherin. In addition, in the further part of the systematic review, we included eight publications on microsatellite instability and three describing loss of heterozygosity in BOT. Molecular changes found in BOTs can vary on a case-by-case basis, identifying carcinogenic mutations through molecular analysis and developing targeted therapies represent significant advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of ovarian malignancies. Molecular studies have contributed significantly to our understanding of BOT pathogenesis, but substantial research is still required to elucidate the relationship between ovarian neoplasms and extraneous disease, identify accurate prognostic indicators, and develop targeted therapeutic approaches.
Advances in processing and ablation properties of carbon fiber reinforced ultra-high temperature ceramic composites
Authors: Zhu Tanglong , Wang Zhen
Published: June 2024

With the continuous development of hypersonic vehicles, higher demands are being placed on all aspects of the performance of thermal protection materials. Carbon fiber reinforced ultra-high temperature ceramics composites (Cf/UHTCMC) have an extremely bright prospect as thermal structures and anti-ablation components of hypersonic vehicles and rockets, by reason of their superior thermal shock, oxidation and ablation properties, high fracture toughness, and damage tolerance. However, due to the complicated fabrication process and harsh service environment of Cf/UHTCMC, there are still some pivotal scientific issues that need to be clarified on structural evolution and performance mechanisms. The aim of this work is to review the latest research progress in processing methods, matrix modification, oxidation ablation mechanism, structure, and property regulation as well as elevated temperature mechanical properties of Cf/UHTCMC, summary, and prospect of the future research trend of Cf/UHTCMC, to provide reference for further promoting the improvement and development of Cf/UHTCMC.
Teacher-Researchers Exploring Urban Semiotic Landscape as a Decolonizing Praxis
Authors: Medina Riveros Rosa Alejandra , Clavijo-Olarte Amparo , Aponte Daniel Calderón
Published: June 2024

This study features the perspectives of language teacher-researchers as ethnographers exploring the urban semiotic landscape in the historic district of Bogotá, Colombia. We posed a question: What can teacher-researchers learn from studying this urban semiotic landscape through a decolonial lens? Using collaborative ethnography, we analyzed how teacher-researchers engaged with wall art. They recognized that representations of racial and linguistic diversity in wall art make local sources and ways of being visible for decolonizing education. Decolonizing educational research might be one step toward decolonizing resources and territories in Latin American societies.
Valorization of Recent Arsenic Removal Methods and Parameters Controlled for Testing: Mini Review
Authors: Halem N.A.A. , Salim N. , Kabeb S.M. , López-Mesas M. , Abu Samah Nurlin
Published: June 2024

This study presented the utilisation of an arsenic-ion imprinted polymer as an adsorbent to effectively eliminate arsenic compounds from water. Several variations of arsenic technique approaches have been described and the recent trends have been reviewed. The parameters investigated encompassed pH, temperature, duration of contact, dosage of adsorbent, initial concentration of arsenic ions, presence of competitive ions, and type of eluent in relation to the recovery process. The adsorption capability of the arsenic-ion imprinted polymer can be considerably influenced by pH and temperature.
Derechos de la infancia: representaciones sociales de los niños y las niñas de zonas rurales en Uruguay
Authors: Cauci Becerra Adriana Inés
Published: June 2024

The study explores the social representations of children's rights to understand the perceptions and meanings attributed to these rights in the daily lives of the boys and girls at Rural School No. 98 in Colonia Damón. Adopting a qualitative approach based on the theory of social representations, the research involved direct participant observation and discussion workshops with the participating children. The study reveals the voices and perspectives of the children, emphasizing the importance of being heard and respected, as well as the actions taken to ensure that these rights are fulfilled. Recognized rights that emerge include the rights to identity, play, and living in the countryside, which are integrated into the productive and reproductive activities of the families. It is important to consider incorporating pedagogical methodologies with an artistic focus in early childhood and primary education centered on children's rights. This approach could serve as a catalyst to address the daily challenges faced by children while fostering the recognition of their rights to ensure their full exercise. Playful approaches and educational strategies centered on children's rights are identified as appropriate to enhance these rights.
Reflections on travesti prostitution in Madrid: urban complexities and gender identities
Authors: Neto João Dantas dos Anjos , Filho Rubens Pinto dos Santos
Published: June 2024

The research offers a detailed reflection based on ethnographic experiences in Madrid, focusing on the intricate contexts of prostitution and the relationships established with travesti. Madrid emerges as a city where prostitution is particularly conspicuous, especially in locations deemed tourist attractions. In contrast, Portugal is mentioned as a place where this practice is more discreet. The study recounts attempts to engage with travesti in Madrid, highlighting the challenges in comprehending their expressions and slang. Additionally, the research examines the close association between prostitution and drug consumption, while also discussing the stereotypes faced by Brazilian travesti in Madrid. Overall, this investigation sheds light on the cultural and social complexities inherent in these contexts, prompting reflection on the realm of prostitution and the gender identity process within European urban settings, specifically Madrid.
Japan’s free and open Indo-Pacific (FOIP) policy and India
Authors: Nandy Debasish
Published: June 2024

Japan is an economically developed and technologically advanced country with a commitment to global prosperity and peace. Historically, culturally, and religiously India’s engagements with Japan is century-old. Considering India’s liberal democratic culture, open economic policy, and philosophy of non-violence helped to establish a strong multidimensional relationship. The century-old relationship between Tokyo and New Delhi has evolved. As part of Japan’s ‘Free and Open Indo-Pacific’ (FOIP) policy, India gained a significant position. The reciprocal engagements not only strengthen the bilateral relationship but also contribute to regional and global well-being. This paper intends to explore Japan’s engagements with India and the role of FOIP. It will also further throw light on the strategic factor and how FOIP plays significant role in the bilateral relations. The content analysis method will be applied in this paper.
Plankton and contour algal communities in the ukrainian section of the Western Bug River and its tributaries
Authors: Shcherbak V.I. , Semeniuk N.Ye. , Davydov O.A. , Koziychuk E.Sh.
Published: June 2024

The taxonomic diversity of algae in the Western Bug River and its tributaries during the low-water summer-autumn season comprised 303 species (318 intraspecies taxa, ist) from 131 genera, 74 families, 45 orders, 16 classes and 8 phyla. Bacillariophyta dominated, Chlorophyta were recorded as subdominants. The phytoplankton taxonomic diversity included 140 ist, microphytobenthos – 191, phytoperiphyton – 172. The floristic nucleus of algal communities was formed by 17 families. In phytoplankton the highest rank belonged to Scenedesmaceae, while in contour algal communities – Naviculaceae. The highest floristic similarity was observed for microphytobenthos and phytoperiphyton, and the highest dissimilarity – for phytoplankton and phytoperiphyton. The spatial differentiation between contour and plankton communities during the low-water period, rather high similarity of their floristic structure indicate the unity of structural organization of algae from different ecological groups as an important component of biodiversity in the transboundary rivers. According to geographic distribution cosmopolites dominated; according to flow and oxygen regime – indifferents; according to pH preference – alkaliphilic and indifferent species; according to salinity preference – indifferent species; according to saprobiological characteristics – χ-ο- and β-mesosaprobic species. According to biotopic preference eurytopic and benthic forms prevailed. The dialectic unity between contour algal communities and phytoplankton to a great extent depends on morphometric and hydrological characteristics of the rivers under study. High taxonomic diversity, clearly marked spatial differentiation between planktonic and contour communities, interesting species of Bacillariophyta – all these features are indicative of the uniqueness and importance of algae in forming the biodiversity of the transboundary Western Bug River and its tributaries as the components of the EU hydrological network.
Project Spotlight: High-altitude visitor center weathers wind, soil loads with extra connections
Authors: Atkinson William
Published: June 2024

The newly opened Pikes Peak Summit Visitor Center features a total–precast concrete system. The precast concrete was provided by Stresscon of Colorado Springs, Colo., and they say that at 14,115 ft (4300 m), the visitor center is the highest total–precast concrete structure in the world.
Project Spotlight: 11 Hoyt makes complex facade panel design look easy
Authors: Atkinson William
Published: June 2024

The system of precast concrete double-donuts used in the 11 Hoyt condominium tower facade was selected for its reliability and water¬tightness. The new Brooklyn, N.Y., structure contains 476 residential units. BPDL Beton Prefabrique of Alma, QC, Canada, was selected as the precaster.
Project Spotlight: Collapsed Pittsburgh bridge replaced in less than a year
Authors: Atkinson William
Published: June 2024

PennStress, a precasting company based in Roaring Spring, Pa., provides precast concrete for the three-span Fern Hollow Bridge in Pittsburgh, Pa. The new structure replaces the bridge that collapsed January 28, 2022.
Project Spotlight: Precast concrete integral to Florida dive tower
Authors: Atkinson William
Published: June 2024

Florida’s Fort Lauderdale Aquatic Center dive tower uses architectural glass-fiber-rein¬forced concrete in its cantilever design. Gate Precast of Kissimmee, Fla., was selected as the precast concrete producer.
Tolerance of two pitaya species to post-emergence herbicides
Authors: Peche Pedro Maranha , Andrade Guilherme Antônio Vieira de , Pio Leila Aparecida Salles , Rossi Maíra Ferreira de Melo , Baratti Ana Claudia Costa , Gonçalves Adenilson Henrique , Bandeira Neto Nazaro Cavalcante , Melo Christiane Augusta Diniz
Published: June 2024

Abstract Pitaya production has been expanding in several regions of Brazil despite the lack of technical information on plant management. To obtain good crop productivity, weed control is essential; however, the use of herbicides can cause phytotoxicity and reduce plant growth and production. Thus, the present work aimed to evaluate the tolerance of red (Selenicereus polyrhizus) and white (S. undatus) pitaya seedlings to different herbicides applied after emergence. Two experiments were installed, one with red pitaya and the another with white pitaya, on August 15, 2020 in the Fruit Production Sector of the Federal University of Lavras. Experiments were arranged in a randomized block design, with four and three replicates, respectively, eight treatments and three plants per plot in both experiments. Treatments consisted of control, fomesafen, ammonium glufosinate, glyphosate, clethodim, carfentrazone-ethyl, imazethapyr and chlorimuron. Visual phytotoxicity symptoms were evaluated at 7, 14, 21 and 28 days after herbicide application. At 30 and 60 days after application, percentage of necrosis, cladode length and number of new shoots were evaluated. Herbicide fomesafen caused greater damage to red pitaya seedlings and fomesafen and glyphosate caused greater damage to white pitaya seedlings. For both pitaya species, herbicide clethodim can be an alternative for controlling narrow-leaf weeds without causing visual damage to the growth and development of pitaya plants.
Ciência precautória: sistematização e proposta de definição da precaução epistêmica
Authors: Bravo Pedro
Published: June 2024

Resumo: Defensores do princípio da precaução propõem com frequência mudanças nas práticas científicas, para que elas facilitem o mesmo objetivo do princípio: evitar ameaças incertas ao ambiente ou à saúde humana. A ciência deveria ser uma ciência precautória. Apesar da importância prática da ciência precautória e da sua proximidade com os debates sobre ciência e valores, ela ainda não foi sistematicamente examinada. Neste artigo, pretende-se contribuir para a literatura sobre a ciência precautória de dois modos: sistematizando sua literatura prévia e propondo uma definição de um de seus elementos principais, a precaução epistêmica, como uma orientação específica para a gestão de riscos indutivos. Conclui-se com algumas objeções que tal definição levanta, bem como caminhos de pesquisas futuras para abordá-las.
Rank-Order Consistency of Personality Traits Over Time
Authors: Pires Jeferson Gervásio , Nunes Carlos Henrique Sancineto da Silva , Nunes Maiana Farias Oliveira , Roettgers Cássia
Published: June 2024

Abstract Research has shown that personality develops over time, generating changes and continuity in the pattern of functioning across the lifespan. We investigated the evidence of consistency in the ranking of personality traits over time. A group of 170 adults between the ages of 51 and 93 participated in the study (M = 69, SD = 9.05) and retrospectively answered the Big Five Inventory-2 and the Big Five Inventory. We performed test-retest correlation and the ANOVA procedure with repeated measures. We found that personality scores at 30-35 years of age are associated with the scores at age 70-80, indicating stability in the pattern of individual functioning in the long term. This research complements the few studies on personality development in Brazil.
Consistência no Ranqueamento dos Traços de Personalidade ao Longo do Tempo
Authors: Pires Jeferson Gervásio , Nunes Carlos Henrique Sancineto da Silva , Nunes Maiana Farias Oliveira , Roettgers Cássia
Published: June 2024

Resumo Evidências indicam que a personalidade se desenvolve ao longo do tempo, gerando mudanças e continuidade no padrão de funcionamento ao longo da vida. Investigamos a evidência de consistência no ranqueamento dos traços de personalidade ao longo do tempo. Participaram 170 adultos, com idade entre 51 e 93 anos (M = 69; DP = 9,05), que responderam o Big Five Inventory-2 e a Big Five Inventory, retrospectivamente. Realizamos correlação teste-reteste e o procedimento ANOVA com medidas repetidas. Constatamos que os escores em personalidade aos 30-35 anos de idade estão associados com os escores aos 70-80 anos, indicando estabilidade no padrão de funcionamento em longo prazo. Esta pesquisa complementa os poucos estudos sobre o desenvolvimento da personalidade no Brasil.
The LGBT+ Individual Perspective of Aging in Brazilian Society
Authors: Dullius Willian Roger , O’Keefe-McCarthy Sheila , McCleary Lynn , Scortegagna Silvana Alba
Published: June 2024

Abstract This study describes the perceptions of aging and the health care received by 101 LGBT+ individuals in Brazil (São Paulo, Mato Grosso, and Rio Grande do Sul). Participants completed an online 13-item demographic and LGBT+ perception questionnaire. The age ranged from 18 to 55 years, 75.5% were Caucasian, 92% self-identified as cisgender and 55% were homosexual. Most did not stop seeking healthcare (59.8%) because of fear, but they avoided revealing their sexuality to health professionals (65.7%). Participants had negative views about aging and regarded the health system as caustic, and health professionals exhibited unethical behaviors and gaps of knowledge related to LGBT+ practice. Continuing education about the LGBT+ community should be prioritized to mediate discriminatory healthcare.
Utilização de rejeitos de mineração na construção de pavimentos rodoviários
Authors: Oda Sandra , Abreu Victor Hugo Souza de , Fernandez Suzana Dias de Sá , Sá Thomas Schatzmayr Welp
Published: June 2024

RESUMO O Brasil se destaca como um dos maiores produtores de minérios do mundo. No entanto, essa atividade tão importante economicamente também acarreta danos significativos ao meio ambiente. O problema da disposição dos rejeitos de mineração em barragens ganhou grande repercussão após os desastres em Mariana, em 2015, e Brumadinho, em 2019, que evidenciou a necessidade de encontrar um novo uso para esses materiais. A pesquisa teve como principal objetivo avaliar a adição de rejeitos de minério de ferro em materiais utilizados nas camadas de pavimentos rodoviários, na produção de solo-cimento. Os resultados dos ensaios mecânicos mostraram que é tecnicamente viável adicionar rejeito de minério de ferro nas misturas de solo-cimento, sendo que, para camada de base, foi encontrado o teor mínimo de 6% de cimento, e de 5% e 4% para a camada de sub-base. Isso indica que o rejeito pode ser uma excelente alternativa para reduzir o consumo de cimento. Além disso, essa incorporação poderia reduzir o consumo de recursos naturais, oferecer um destino alternativo para os rejeitos de mineração e até mesmo diminuir os custos das obras de pavimentação. Com essa pesquisa, busca-se uma solução inteligente e sustentável para os impactos causados pelos rejeitos de mineração no Brasil.
Efficacy of a program in increasing coping strategies in firefighters: randomized clinical trial
Authors: Coimbra Marli Aparecida Reis , Ikegami Érica Midori , Souza Lara Andrade , Haas Vanderlei José , Barbosa Maria Helena , Ferreira Lúcia Aparecida
Published: June 2024

Objective: to evaluate the effectiveness of a program in increasing coping strategies focused on military firefighters’ problems and emotions. Method: randomized, parallel, single-masked clinical trial. The sample consisted of 51 participants in the intervention group and 49 in the control group. The intervention group received the intervention program including coping strategies based on the Nursing Interventions Classification, lasting six consecutive weeks, one day a week. The control group followed the Service Unit routine. Descriptive statistics, Student’s T test with Welch’s correction and the Mann-Whitney test were used for the analyses. The magnitude of the intervention effect was calculated using Cohen’s d index. A p-value of ≤0.05% was considered. Results: in the analysis of the mean difference between the scores in the groups, the means of the intervention group increased significantly for the coping strategies: social support (p = 0.009), acceptance of responsibility (p = 0.03), problem solving (p = 0.05) and positive reappraisal (p = 0.05). The impact of the intervention was moderate in magnitude for social support (d = 0.54). Conclusion: the intervention program enabled the increase of coping strategies focused on military firefighters’ problems and emotions. ReBEC: RBR-8dmbzc.
Eficácia de um programa no aumento das estratégias de coping em bombeiros: ensaio clínico randomizado
Authors: Coimbra Marli Aparecida Reis , Ikegami Érica Midori , Souza Lara Andrade , Haas Vanderlei José , Barbosa Maria Helena , Ferreira Lúcia Aparecida
Published: June 2024

Objetivo: avaliar a eficácia de um programa no aumento das estratégias de coping focadas no problema e na emoção em bombeiros militares. Método: ensaio clínico randomizado, paralelo, com mascaramento simples. A amostra constituiu-se de 51 participantes no grupo intervenção e 49 no controle. O grupo intervenção recebeu o programa interventivo incluindo as estratégias de coping pautadas na Classificação das Intervenções de Enfermagem, com duração de seis semanas consecutivas, um dia por semana. O grupo controle seguiu a rotina da Unidade de Serviço. Para as análises utilizou-se estatística descritiva, teste T de Student com correção de Welch e o teste de Mann-Whitney. A magnitude do efeito da intervenção foi calculada com o índice d de Cohen. Considerou-se valor p ≤0,05%. Resultados: na análise da média da diferença entre os escores nos grupos, as médias do grupo intervenção aumentaram significativamente para as estratégias de coping : suporte social ( p = 0,009), aceitação da responsabilidade ( p = 0,03), resolução de problemas ( p = 0,05) e reavaliação positiva ( p = 0,05). O impacto da intervenção apresentou magnitude moderada para o suporte social (d = 0,54). Conclusão: o programa interventivo possibilitou o aumento de estratégias de coping focadas no problema e na emoção em bombeiros militares. ReBEC: RBR-8dmbzc.
Vídeo educativo para ensino de práticas seguras no perioperatório: ensaio clínico randomizado
Authors: Luiz Raissa Bianca , Raponi Maria Beatriz Guimarães , Pires Patrícia da Silva , Cantarino Maria Sagrario Goméz , Barbosa Maria Helena
Published: June 2024

Objetivo: avaliar a efetividade de um vídeo educativo no conhecimento de pacientes hospitalizados acerca das práticas seguras no período perioperatório. Método: ensaio clínico randomizado, duplo-cego, realizado em hospital de ensino no interior de Minas Gerais. Foram alocados aleatoriamente 100 pacientes submetidos à cirurgia ortopédica eletiva (50 no grupo experimental e 50 no controle). O conhecimento do paciente foi avaliado por meio de questionário, construído pelos pesquisadores e validado por especialistas, antes e após a aplicação da intervenção (vídeo educativo) ou orientações-padrão. Adotou-se estatística descritiva para variáveis quantitativas e teste t de Student para amostras independentes na análise da média da diferença do conhecimento entre os grupos experimental e controle (α = 0,05). Resultados: participaram do estudo 100 pacientes, 50 no grupo experimental e 50 no controle. O grupo experimental apresentou ganho de conhecimento significativamente superior ( t =3.72 ±1,84; p <0,001) ao grupo controle. Obteve-se d de Cohen de 1,22, indicando grande magnitude do efeito. Conclusão: o vídeo educativo foi efetivo na melhora do conhecimento dos pacientes e pode contribuir com o enfermeiro, na prática de educação em saúde, na otimização do tempo e na disseminação do conhecimento quanto às práticas seguras no perioperatório. Registro Brasileiro de Ensaios Clínicos (REBEC): RBR-8x5mfq.
Usabilidad de la aplicación móvil ROBOVID para educación en salud acerca de la covid-19
Authors: Correia Gabrielle dos Santos , Silva Aline Cerqueira Santos Santana da , Pinto Layanne Fonseca , Góes Fernanda Garcia Bezerra , Goulart Maithê de Carvalho e Lemos , Pereira-Ávila Fernanda Maria Vieira
Published: June 2024

Objetivo: evaluar la usabilidad de la aplicación móvil ROBOVID para educación en salud acerca de la COVID-19. Método: estudio metodológico con enfoque cuantitativo aplicado, desarrollado con 21 adultos, mediante formulario electrónico. La evaluación de la usabilidad se llevó a cabo mediante la System Usability Scale. Para el análisis de los datos se utilizó el software Statistical Package for the Social Sciences . Resultados: la media global por el cuestionario System Usability Scale fue de 87,3, lo que clasifica la usabilidad de la aplicación ROBOVID como mejor alcanzable. Además, la aplicación presenta índices elevados para facilidad de memorización, satisfacción del usuario y facilidad de conocimiento del sistema, además de excelentes índices para ausencia de errores y rapidez en la ejecución de las tareas establecidas. Conclusión: la aplicación ROBOVID posee conformidad con los principios de usabilidad en los criterios de eficiencia, eficacia y satisfacción en la evaluación de los usuarios finales, explicando que la aplicación satisface las necesidades de consumo frente a sus funcionalidades, demostrando su viabilidad en cuanto a los objetivos iniciales.
Role adoption, anxiety, depression and loneliness in family caregivers of patients with chronic diseases
Authors: Carreño-Moreno Sonia , Pacheco-López Mario , Arias-Rojas Mauricio
Published: June 2024

Objective: to describe and explore the relationship of loneliness, anxiety and depression with adoption of the caregiver role among individuals caring for people with chronic diseases in Colombia. Methods: this was an exploratory and cross-sectional study involving 960 primary caregivers of individuals with chronic diseases. We applied the Caregiver Role Adoption Scale, the University of California at Los Angeles Loneliness Scale, and the Anxiety and Depression Scale. Principal component and multiple correspondence analyses were performed for clustering. Results: among the participating caregivers, 40.8% reported experiencing depression, 59% reported anxiety, 54.6% reported moderate to severe loneliness, and 88.6% reported satisfactory adoption of the caregiver role. Caregivers who presented basic or insufficient role adoption levels tended to have higher scores for anxiety, depression and loneliness. Conclusion: adoption of the caregiver role is a mediator in the anxiety, depression and loneliness levels among caregivers. Strategies aimed at supporting caregivers should include training for the caregiver role to mitigate the negative impacts of anxiety, depression and loneliness.
Terminology subset for the International Classification of Nursing Practice in Diabetes Mellitus
Authors: Chaves Fernanda Azeredo , Torres Heloisa de Carvalho , Chianca Tânia Couto Machado
Published: June 2024

Objective: to describe the process of developing a terminological subset for the International Classification of Nursing Practice in Diabetes Mellitus, based on Horta’s Basic Human Needs Theory and Bandura’s Social Cognitive Theory. Method: a methodological study based on the identification in the literature of 313 statements of nursing diagnoses pertinent to diabetes care, selected and validated by a consensus of nurses from different states of Brazil, specialists in diabetes, using the nominal group technique. Results: 156 nursing diagnosis/result statements were selected, of which 111 (71.15%) related to psychobiological needs, 42 (26.92%) to psychosocial needs and three (1.92%) to psychospiritual needs. A total of 433 nursing interventions were developed. The diagnostic statements were validated on the basis of a consensus among the experts, with an average content validity index of 0.89: 0.87 for psychobiological needs, 0.93 for psychosocial needs, and 0.77 for psychospiritual needs. Conclusion: the study validated the terminological subset for the International Classification of Nursing Practice in Diabetes, favoring clinical reasoning, the qualification of the Nursing Process, and the improvement of self-care practices in diabetes. It has made it possible to use nursing’s own language based on a globally recognized classification.
Fish fauna of the Río San Pedro and Río La Pasión, Usumacinta River Basin, Guatemala
Authors: Quintana Yasmín
Published: June 2024

Abstract The Río San Pedro and Río La Pasión lie within the Usumacinta River Basin, a globally significant center of freshwater fish diversity. Both rivers are listed among Central America’s top 50 regions for conserving freshwater biodiversity. This study presents an updated checklist of 70 fish species, of which six are non-native to the Usumacinta River Basin. From these species, 69 are reported from the Río La Pasión and 56 reported from the Río San Pedro, representing higher species richness than previously reported. The checklist derives from a systematic survey of fishes conducted in 2019 and records available in public databases and published literature. Seventy-eight percent of the species were reported in both rivers, and Cichlidae and Poeciliidae had the most species. Secondary species represent 59% of the species reported, followed by peripheral species with 22% of the species. The species with highest fidelity in Río La Pasión were the armored catfish Pterygopichthys spp. and the livebearer Gambusia sexradiata; and the cichlids Thorichthys meeki and Oscura heterospila had highest fidelity in the Río San Pedro. Thorichthys helleri was widely distributed in both rivers. According to the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, there are four species classified as Vulnerable in Río La Pasión. However, 62% of the species are of Least Concern, 25% of the species are Data Deficient, and 6% are listed as Not Evaluated. More research is needed to document the status of the fish fauna, and improved habitat protection is required to conserve stocks.
Indications of changes in hunting culture in the Central-South Region of Brazil in the last 25 years: a systematic literature review
Authors: Islas Camila Alvez , Verdade Luciano Martins , Seixas Cristiana Simão
Published: June 2024

Abstract Hunting has been banned in Brazil by a Federal Law (No. 5197), except in a few cases where it has been regulated, for over 50 years now. Since then, the country suffered dramatic land use change, especially in its Central-South region. In this study we investigate the possible influence of land use change on hunters’ socioeconomic profile (e.g., education, income) and motivation (e.g., leisure or subsistence) in the Central-South Brazil since the implementation of the ban policy. On a systematic literature review we found 18 papers about hunting activities and hunters’ profile in this region, one third of which presented evidence of change in hunting activities or in hunters’ profile somehow related to land use change since 1967. With this small number of articles, it was not possible to fully assess whether there was a change in hunting culture in the target region as a result of changes in land use. However, the found studies present consistent evidence of changes in hunting culture, especially in regard to a trade on the hunted species, hunting techniques and hunters’ profile. Considering the relevance of hunting in agricultural landscapes for wildlife conservation, we hope the present results stimulate further studies on this field.