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Evolución de los Derechos de Sucesión en Ecuador: Análisis de reformas legislativas recientes y su efecto en la distribución equitativa de bienes hereditarios
Authors: Torres-Alvarado Joselin Elizabeth , Bonilla-Salazar Francisco Xavier , Rodriguez-Navarrete Carlos-Alberto , Bonilla-Arellano Hugo Xavier
Published: June 2024

Los derechos de sucesión, como parte fundamental del ordenamiento jurídico ecuatoriano, han sufrido cambios sustanciales en los últimos tiempos. Este estudio se centra en la evolución legislativa de estos derechos en el Ecuador, con énfasis en las reformas más recientes y su impacto en la distribución equitativa de la propiedad hereditaria. A través del análisis de leyes relevantes, precedentes judiciales y prácticas notariales, buscamos comprender la evolución del marco legal y cómo estas transformaciones han influido en la protección de los derechos de los herederos y la distribución equitativa de la herencia. En particular, se examinan reformas clave como el Código Orgánico General de Procesos (COGEP) de 2015 y la Ley Orgánica del Derecho a la Sucesión (LODH) de 2018, que introdujo disposiciones para agilizar los procedimientos sucesorios y garantizar la distribución justa de los bienes. Se destaca la importancia de estas reformas para proteger los derechos de los herederos, particularmente aquellos considerados herederos forzosos, como cónyuges e hijos, así como para promover la igualdad de género y eliminar posibles discriminaciones en materia de herencia. A pesar de estos avances legislativos, persisten desafíos para implementar efectivamente estas regulaciones, particularmente en áreas rurales y comunidades indígenas, donde las prácticas tradicionales pueden entrar en conflicto con la legislación existente.
Refractariedad plaquetaria en pacientes oncológicos de un hospital privado de Ecuador
Authors: Mendoza-Pérez Johanna , Hernández-Orchard Virginia
Published: June 2024

El presente trabajo describe la problemática clínica de la refractariedad plaquetaria la cual es una condición que se presenta en pacientes con el bajo índice de recuperación plaquetaria, es decir cuando es menor al 40%, después de una transfusión de concentrado plaquetario, esto puede ser debido a causas inmunes y no inmunes, siendo las más frecuentes las causas no inmunes. El objetivo principal de esta investigación se centró en evaluar la incidencia de la refractariedad plaquetaria que presentaron los pacientes oncológicos en el Hospital Oncológico “Dr. Julio Villacreses Colmont”. Esta investigación empleó un enfoque cualitativo-cuantitativo para estudiar la refractariedad plaquetaria en 90 pacientes del Hospital Oncológico “Dr. Julio Villacreses Colmont”. Se utilizó el software 'e-Delphyn' para recopilar datos clínicos y sociodemográficos, empleando un muestreo por conveniencia a través de la revisión de expedientes médicos. Para el análisis estadístico se trabajó con un nivel de significación estadística bilateral de 0,05%, en donde se calculó medidas de tendencia central y cálculo porcentual aplicando estadística descriptiva, utilizando el programa estadístico SPSS® versión 22.0 para Windows. Se obtuvo como resultado de esta investigación que, de la clasificación de refractariedad plaquetaria que presenta mayor incidencia en este grupo de pacientes es la refractariedad plaquetaria de causa inmune, ya que esta guarda relación en el contexto sociodemográfico de los pacientes, debido a que existen diversas causas que refieren en este problema antes descrito.
Reversioning OER: A Guide for Teachers in the Pacific
Authors:   Commonwealth of Learning (COL)
Published: June 2024

This guide to reversioning open educational resources (OER) is intended to help teachers in the Pacific adapt OER to the context of their own teaching situation. The guide contains five units: (1) What are OER; (2) Licensing open educational resources; (3) Aligning OER with a national curriculum; (4) Ensuring your content is appropriate and relevant; and (5) Building in appropriate learning activities, reflection activities and assessment tasks. This guide was developed as part of the Pacific Partnership for Open, Distance and Flexible Learning Project, supported by Foreign Affairs and Trade, New Zealand.
Improving the Efficacy of Mentorship with an Open Education Ecosystem
Authors:   Commonwealth of Learning (COL)
Published: June 2024

New Zealand’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade has funded the Commonwealth of Learning (COL) to implement a project to contribute to enhanced capacity and efficiency of Pacific education sectors through greater use of innovative delivery mechanisms and technology. This report provides an improved mentorship model for the capacity development courses of the Partnership for Open Distance and Flexible Learning Project. This report highlights the need to nurture a Pacific regional ecosystem to realise sustainable solutions for the future and proposes the establishment of a ‘Collaborative OER Technology Community’ drawing on the success of ‘platform cooperativism’.
Best Practices of Community Radio and Sustainable Development Goals: A Handbook
Authors: Vemraju D Rukmini
Published: June 2024

Community radios as a third tier of broadcasting in addition to commercial and public radios, cover relatively smaller geographic areas but cater to a wider range of communities of interest. The hyper local and participatory nature of content creation in community radio has great potential to reduce the gap between the content creators and listeners making communities - especially the marginalized and vulnerable – active partners in the development process. Thus, community radios are well suited for providing new and unexplored opportunities for more inclusive sustainable development. In the time of the on-going COVID-19 pandemic, community radio stations (CRS) have once again proved their mettle as sources of timely and dependable information and guidance, increased their listenership, and grown in stature as a valuable community asset. Time and again, the role of community radios has been lauded in making critical public information accessible to people be it about various government provisions that they can benefit from, national campaigns on health, mobilizing people to participate in the democratic process by exercising their right to vote, or providing life and livelihood saving information in times of disasters and natural calamities. That community radios can, and do, play a vital role in engaging people in the development process is no longer in doubt, even if this is in small numbers in pockets of their immediate reach. Hence, community radios can be an integral part of the task force of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – a blueprint for achieving a better and more sustainable future for all socially, economically, and environmentally.
Guide to QA of ODFL Provision in the Pacific
Authors:   Commonwealth of Learning (COL)
Published: June 2024

This guide to quality assurance of Open, Distance and Flexible Learning (ODFL) provision is intended to support Ministry of Education officials and teachers in the Pacific to roll out high quality distance education in their own contexts. Whilst expansion of ODFL has significantly increased participation in education, upholding the quality of provision cannot be overemphasised. The guide contains six units: (1) Understanding quality and quality assurance in ODFL; (2) Key components of quality in ODFL; (3) Implementing quality in ODFL; (4) Enhancing quality through policy; (5) ICT infrastructure and quality; and (6) optional readings. This guide was developed as part of the Partnership for Open, Distance and Flexible Learning in the Pacific Project, supported by Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, New Zealand.
NEW PROCESS BASED ON ROTATE SYSTEM AND EHLA LASER CLADDING PARAMETERS FOR NICKEL AUTOMOTIVE BRAKES
Authors: Dyer Paulo Paiva Oliveira Leite , Oliveira Ana Cláudia Costa de , Silveira Carolina Hahn da , Sénéchal Naiara Vieira Le , Camargo Flavio Morilla , Silva Silvelene Alessandra , Silva Maria Margareth da , Vasconcelos Getúlio de
Published: June 2024

The whole world depends on land vehicles such as trucks, cars and motorcycles to meet essential demands. As a result, PM2.5’s emissions become to centre attention; being that, 20% comes from brake-disc and pad friction. In view of this problem, this paper presents a new method for brake-discs laser cladding; using nickel (coating) and rotation system. To this end, was used the high-speed laser application system (EHLA); consisting of: an ytterbium laser, robotic arm, rotating shaft with stepper motor and coat powder aspersion system. The results shown a viability of this technique. With the following parameters: tangential velocity of scanning “vs” 9-11mm/s, power efficiency “E” of 70-75% and deposition rate “µ” of 4g/min. Producing homogeneous, well-anchored coatings. With high densification.
Implementation of Book Copyright Protection under Copyright Law: A Case Study of Pirated Book Sales on the Shopee Marketplace
Authors: Winanda Miftah Anggun , Saidin Saidin , Azwar Tengku Keizerina Devi
Published: June 2024

This research aims to understand the implementation of Law Number 28 of 2014 in addressing pirated book sales on Shopee. This study uses an empirical legal research method, adopting a virtual ethnographic approach to understand the legal behavior of internet users. The results show that the implementation of Law Number 28 of 2014 in addressing the sale of pirated books on Shopee is still not optimal, especially regarding monitoring and law enforcement. Effective law enforcement is necessary to strengthen copyright protection and restore losses that have occurred, including removing illegal content, civil lawsuits, and applying criminal fines as consequences for negligence. Therefore, it is recommended that various parties selling books on Shopee enhance their copyright protection efforts. First, Shopee should proactively improve its monitoring system to identify and remove infringing content before transactions occur. Second, Shopee sellers should ensure that their products comply with copyright requirements. Third, consumers should raise their awareness of the importance of purchasing legitimate products and support copyright protection efforts by reporting pirated books they find on the marketplace. Lastly, copyright holders are advised to actively monitor the distribution of their work and collaborate with marketplaces like Shopee to prevent copyright infringements and utilize available legal mechanisms to take action against violations. Through coordinated cooperation among all these parties, a fairer and more just environment in the digital market can be expected.
Genetic diversity amongst oat (Avena sativa) lines for micronutrients and agro-morphological traits
Authors: RANJAN RAJEEV , CHAND SUBHASH , INDU  , SINGHAL RAJESH KUMAR , RANA MANEET , SAH R P , GAJGHATE RAHUL , AHMED SHAHID , DWIVEDI KRISHNA KUMAR
Published: June 2024

The present experiment was conducted during winter (rabi) seasons of 2019–20 and 2020–21 at the ICAR-Indian Grassland and Fodder Research Institute, Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh to study the genetic diversity amongst oat (Avena sativa L.) lines for micronutrients and agro-morphological traits. For study, 150 oat accessions collected from different sources were evaluated for two years and four micronutrients (Zn, Cu, Fe and Mn) and 9 agro-morphological traits were recorded. Genotypes IG02122 (464.0 mg/kg), IG02156 (48.1 mg/kg), IG03271 (136.0 mg/kg), and IG03213 (22.0 mg/kg) had maximum Fe, Zn, Mn and Cu content in fodder (harvested at 50% flowering). Genotype IG0280 had both high Zn (36.97 mg/kg) and Mn (114.33 mg/kg); IG03233 had high Cu (18.0 mg/kg) and Mn (124.0 mg/kg); and IG02131 had high Cu (18.33 mg/kg) and Fe (369.0 mg/kg) content. Analysis of variance (ANOVA) highlighted significant genotypic differences (P<0.001) for micronutrient content and fodder yield and related traits. High heritability coupled with high genetic advance was found for micronutrients, green fodder yield, test weight, dry matter yield, plant height, tiller number and grain number suggested the preponderance of additive and fixable genetic variance for these traits. The Cu content had significant negative association with Mn content but positive with leaf length and leaf width. Principal component analysis separated the total genetic variation into five main components and covered 59.09% of the total genetic variation. Based on Mahalanobis distances, genotypes were grouped into six clusters where maximum inter-cluster distance was observed for cluster 4 and 5. Therefore, genotypes from these two clusters can be used as parents for the future breeding programmes.
Morpho-biochemical characterization and heterosis studies in interspecific derived F1 hybrids of okra (Abelmoschus esculentus)
Authors: KIRAN S BHARGAV , YADAV RAMESH KUMAR , LATA SUMAN , SHARMA BRIJ BIHARI , TOMAR BHOOPAL SINGH , TOMER AVINASH
Published: June 2024

The present experiment was conducted during rainy (kharif) seasons of 2021, 2022 and 2023 at vegetable research farm, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi to study okra [Abelmoschus esculentus (L.) Moench] cv. Pusa Sawani, crossed with 3 wild accessions, viz. A. manihot var. tetraphyllus (IC 90476-1); IC-141055 and IC- 141040 of A. moschatus. A total of 27 morphological and 9 biochemical parameters were characterized for parental species and their derived F1 hybrids. Results showed that the hybrids possessed superior and beneficial traits than the parents and had a greater alliance with their wild parent. The mean performance of the quantitative characters and heterosis of the three interspecific derived F1s differed significantly from parents. Almost all biochemical parameters value, except moisture were found high in wild accessions followed by interspecific derived F1 hybrid and lowest in cultivated variety Pusa Sawani. Per cent disease incidence for yellow vein mosaic virus (YVMV) and enation leaf curl virus (ELCV) was 92 and 32, respectively in Pusa Sawani. However, both the wild accessions of A. moschatus namely (IC-141055) and (IC-141040) and their interspecific hybrids recorded no incidence of both the disease.
EMS induced in vitro mutagenesis for solid mutant induction and validation of mutants using morphological and molecular tools in kinnow mandarin (Citrus nobilis × Citrus deliciosa)
Authors: MURUGAN THEIVANAI , AWASTHI OM PRAKASH , CHELLAPILLA BHARADWAJ , SHANKAR KRIPA
Published: June 2024

Non-chimeric regeneration via in vitro mutagenesis is one of the niche areas in perennial fruit crops to shorten the breeding cycle. However, the recovery of M1 population is a major hurdle due to lack of efficient protocols. Hence the present experiment was conducted during 2021–23 at ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi on EMS induced in vitro mutagenesis and its validation in kinnow mandarin (Citrus nobilis Loureiro × Citrus deliciosa Tenora). The specialized direct somatic embryogenesis (DSE) protocol was standardized and the optimized explants (in ovulo nucellus) were treated with 3 EMS concentration of 0.1, 0.5 and 1.0% for 1, 3 and 5 h. Based on explant survival, probit analysis was calculated and results revealed that the LD50 for in ovulo nucellus explants was 0.3% for 5 h. For a dose rate higher than LD50 i.e. E8 (0.5% for 5 h) and as compared to control, the embryogenesis efficiency was reduced to 65%, likewise embryo production (23.64%), germination (46.15%), conversion (22.76%), establishment (25.85%) and acclimatization (19.44%) showed reducing trend. The EMS derived M1 population showed variability both at morphological and molecular level. Among the markers tested, random amplification of polymorphic DNA (RAPD) and simple sequence repeats (SSR) could demarcate the mutants from mother plant. The origin of homohistont was confirmed from the morphology of observed chlorophyll defective mutants. Thus the optimized EMS dose using DSE system can be effectively used for production of trait specific solid mutants and the morphological and molecular screening protocols have practical value in early selection of M1 population.
Effect of urdbean (Vigna mungo) cultivars and phosphorus levels on dynamics of soil phosphorus fractions and enzyme activity
Authors: DUTTA ASIK , DAS KRISHNASHIS , SENTHILKUMAR M , KUMAR NARENDRA , NATH CHAITANYA P
Published: June 2024

A field experiment was conducted during the rainy (kharif) seasons of 2019 and 2020 at ICAR-Indian Institute of Pulses Research, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh to study the impact of soil inorganic phosphorus fractions and enzyme activity in different urdbean [Vigna mungo (L.) Hepper] cultivars. Experiment was conducted in a randomized block design (RBD) with 4 replications with two urdbean cultivars, viz. IPU-2-43 and Uttara. Experimental results suggest, higher sol-P content (6 and 14% in 2019 and 2020, respectively) under Uttara than IPU 2-43 under low P-plots whereas, no prominent change of the same was recorded under normal P-plots. Similar to sol-P, the content of Ca2-P has jumped significantly in Uttara than IPU 2-43. However, Uttara recorded higher acid and alkaline phosphatase activity as compared to IPU 2-43. In low-P plots the activity of acid phosphatase was higher by 12% (2019) and 10% (2020) in case of Uttara than IPU 2-43. Under low P soils the productivity of Uttara was significantly higher (~12% and ~9% in 2019 and 2020, respectively) than IPU 2-43. Therefore, based on the findings it can be said that with higher soluble P and productivity, the performance of Uttara was better over IPU 2-43 under low-P condition.
Influence of pre-harvest climatic variables and natural storage durationon seed physico-chemical profile in diverse maturity groups ofrice (Oryza sativa) varieties
Authors: KUMARI SHRUTI , CHAKRABARTY S K , PAUL DEBASHIS , DHARMENDER
Published: June 2024

Seed storage is a critical concern for farmers and seed banks, as it can significantly impact the quality of seeds over time. Present study was carried out during rainy (kharif) season of 2020–21 at ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi to understand the physiological and biochemical factors determining seed vigour traits in relation to maturity and storage periods in rice (Oryza sativa L.) varieties. In the freshly harvested seeds, early and mid-maturity group varieties exhibited higher germination percentage and seed vigour indices compared to late and very late maturity varieties. However, with increasing storage duration, germination percentage and vigour gradually decreased in the early and mid-maturity groups, while late and very late groups showed an increase up to 8 months of storage, followed by a decline after 12 months. Catalase activity (CAT) and Super oxide dismutase activity (SOD) remained stable across maturity groups and storage periods, while peroxidase activity (POD) varied significantly in fresh seeds but not during storage. Hydrogen peroxide activity (H2O2) and α-amylase content exhibited variations among maturity groups and storage periods. The study emphasizes the crucial role of maturity group selection in seeds, both for immediate sowing and long-term storage.
Effect of inorganic and organic nitrogenous sources on soil fertility, nutrient uptake and economics of paddy (Oryza sativa) crop in Indo-Gangetic plains
Authors: ROOHI  , KUMAR VIJAY , SUMIT  , KUMARI KIRAN , CHAUDHARY ANKUR , RAM MANGAT
Published: June 2024

Present study was carried out during rainy (kharif) seasons of 2021 and 2022 at Rice Research Station, Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University, Kaul, Haryana to explore the merits of organic farming compared to inorganic farming for sustainable agriculture. The experiment consisting of 7 treatments in paddy (Oryza sativa L.) crop conducted in randomized block design (RBD) with 5 replications. Organic treatments include application of different nitrogenous sources, viz. farmyard manure; green manure (Sesbania); vermicompost and mustard cake on equivalent nitrogen basis and inorganic sources include urea fertilizer. The results revealed that the application of urea as an inorganic nitrogen source resulted in higher status of available nitrogen (171.4 kg/ha), phosphorus (25.56 kg/ha), and potassium (319.2 kg/ha) in soil as compared to other treatments. Similarly, the uptake of NPK by paddy grains was highest in the treatment with 100% nitrogen through urea (43.77 kg/ha, 16.33 kg/ha, and 17.69 kg/ ha, NPK, respectively), being at par with other organic treatments during both the seasons. While higher uptake of NPK (42.5 kg/ha, 19.78 kg/ha, 100.31 kg/ha, respectively) by paddy straw was recorded in treatment where 100% N through inorganic urea was applied. Organic farming system (increase ranged from 22.5 to 29.9%) performed similar to conventional farming (31.2% increased) in terms of yield over absolute control plot. Notably, treatments receiving 150% nitrogen through farmyard manure and 100% nitrogen through urea exhibited higher benefit-to-cost (B:C) ratios of 2.78 and 2.73, respectively. Therefore, organic farming emerges as an environmentally sustainable alternative to conventional practices, contributing to soil health and ensuring a consistent paddy crop yield.
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Authors: Brandtzæg Næss Ane
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Spania 1936–1939 – borgerkrigen som var mye mer
Authors: Larsen Øivind
Published: June 2024

Helsehistorisk forum holdt 11. april 2024 et meget godt besøkt seminar om norske frivillige i den spanske borgerkrigen 1936–1939. Dette var kanskje først og fremst en krig mellom ideologier.
The impact of Risser exercises on plantar arch formation in kindergarten children with flat feet
Authors: Pizarro Soza Shirley Ivana , Cashabamba Padilla Franklin Hernan , Fernández Soto Gerardo Fernando , Sánchez Avelino Diana Fernanda , Santander Acosta Vanessa
Published: June 2024

Background: Flat feet are an orthopedic problem that affects the biomechanics of the foot and also the musculoskeletal system. It manifests itself with the loss of the longitudinal arch due to a weakness of the intrinsic musculature of the foot. This type of foot is very common in school children, which must be addressed at this age, to avoid biomechanical complications in the future. Objective: to determine the effect of Risser exercises on the formation of the plantar arch of children with flat feet. Methods: the Hernández Corvo method was applied in the pre-evaluation for the analysis of the plantar footprint in children from a school in the city of Guayaquil, where children who had flat feet were identified. The Risser exercises were performed on them to strengthen the muscles of the sole of the foot and form the plantar arch. These were performed 3 times a week at school, and the exercises were taught to the parents by the physiotherapist. Results: the post-evaluation of the plantar footprint was carried out, the results showed the formation of the longitudinal arch of the foot with the Risser exercises, meaning that the flat foot improved, giving rise to a normal flat foot. Conclusions: with the Risser exercises, favorable effects were obtained in the formation of the plantar arch in childhood flat feet. The results showed the formation of the longitudinal arch of the foot with the Risser exercises, meaning that the flat foot improved, giving rise to a normal flat foot.
WebQuest como herramienta de aprendizaje: análisis del impacto en la producción y aprendizaje del inglés como lengua extranjera
Authors: Carrión Montalván Bimba Katiuska , Pillajo Angos Carlos German , Castellanos Fonseca Jaime Aurelio , Vega Aguaiza Raúl
Published: June 2024

Introducción: La enseñanza del inglés como lengua extranjera (EFL) enfrenta varios desafíos, entre ellos la falta de oportunidades para aplicar métodos modernos y el uso inapropiado de recursos tecnológicos. Este estudio explora el uso de WebQuest como una herramienta educativa para mejorar la producción escrita en estudiantes de segundo de bachillerato. Métodos: La investigación se llevó a cabo con dos grupos de 20 estudiantes cada uno, en la Unidad Educativa Liceo de Ciencias y Artes en Ecuador. El grupo experimental utilizó WebQuest para desarrollar habilidades de escritura, mientras que el grupo de control siguió métodos tradicionales. Se emplearon pruebas pre y post para evaluar el desempeño. Resultados: Los resultados indicaron que los estudiantes del grupo experimental obtuvieron puntajes significativamente superiores en la producción escrita en comparación con el grupo de control. El análisis del puntaje Z demostró una diferencia estadísticamente significativa, indicando un aprendizaje más significativo con el uso de WebQuest. Discusión: Los hallazgos de este estudio son consistentes con investigaciones previas que sugieren que WebQuest puede mejorar la motivación y las habilidades de escritura. Las implicaciones para la práctica pedagógica incluyen la integración de WebQuest como una estrategia efectiva para enseñar escritura en EFL. Conclusión: El uso de WebQuest es efectivo para mejorar la producción escrita en estudiantes de EFL, proporcionando un enfoque moderno y tecnológicamente avanzado para la enseñanza del inglés.
Editorial: Special issue on “Learning Design and Education for Sustainable Development Bootcamp"
Authors: Varga-Atkins Tünde , Toro-Troconis Maria , Ahmad Norita
Published: June 2024

In this special issue, we are proud to present a curated collection of innovative learning designs, manifested as case studies from diverse academic disciplines. These case studies have been developed by the collaborative efforts of participants in the inaugural Learning Design and ESD Bootcamp of 2022 (ALDESD, 2022). The purpose of this compilation is to extend the reach of these exemplary models, promoting their broader application and facilitating their dissemination across educational landscapes. In this editorial, we provide a comprehensive overview of the special issue, setting the stage for the insightful explorations and discussions that these case studies invite. Through this special issue, we aim not only to showcase the creative and practical outcomes of the Learning Design and ESD Bootcamp and CoDesignS ESD Framework (CoDesignS ESD, 2021; Toro-Troconis et al, 2023; Ahmad et al, 2023) but also to inspire educators and institutions to integrate these practices into their own curricula, thereby advancing the pedagogy of sustainability in learning environments worldwide.
We aspire that the foundational article delineating the Bootcamp's methodology, along with the ten illustrative case studies, will catalyse a proliferation of innovative ideas for broad-scale adoption and application, fostering a robust network within the educational community. Recognising the diverse linguistic backgrounds of the Bootcamp's participants, we have ensured that each abstract and its pertinent keywords are available in both Spanish and English, thereby extending the accessibility and impact of these learning designs across various regions.
SDGs & the City: Co-designing a model for postgraduate research hackathons
Authors: Radclyffe-Thomas Natascha
Published: June 2024

Glasgow Caledonian University London is a postgraduate satellite campus delivering a range of Masters Programmes covering fashion, luxury, marketing, finance, business and management. Glasgow Caledonian University’s mission, as the University for the Common Good, is to deliver social benefit and impact. Being the first university to adopt the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) as the framework for research, the SDGs are central to both teaching and learning strategies. This paper introduces the context, aspirations and practices of a small team working to integrate sustainability into a post-graduate research module.
The Introduction to Research Methods Module is delivered to all GCU London post-graduate students, necessitating a broad approach that takes account of the wide range of disciplines our students’ study. Our aspiration in joining the Learning Design and ESD Bootcamp was to frame learning within the context of the SDGs and by so doing create authentic and impactful ways of exploring predominant research philosophies and practices. Our desire for our students to get head, hands and hearts-on with research meant a re-design to include more active learning opportunities. The resulting curriculum development applied the CoDesignS ESD Toolkit to disrupt the standard delivery of a postgraduate research methods module and created opportunities for students from diverse disciplines to explore local and global sustainability challenges and work together taking trans-disciplinary approaches in a series of SDG-focused Research Hackathons.
The learning design described in this case study was created by Professor Natascha Radclyffe-Thomas EdD, Professor Antony Morgan PhD, Habeeb Mustafa MA and Laia Cargol MSc. Based at the London post-graduate campus of Glasgow Caledonian University.
Yellow fever in Brazil: Reflections on vaccine safety and effectiveness
Authors: Araújo Simone Rodrigues da Silva , Abreu Ludmilla Pinto Guiotti Cintra , Abreu Ronaldo Gonçalves , Magalhães Jardel Robert Henning Rodrigues de , Chaves Maurício de Oliveira , Chaves Euzilene Felisberto , Farias Maria Lúcia de , Santos Shairlon Luca dos
Published: June 2024

Yellow fever is an arbovirus caused by a virus of the Flavivirus genus, endemic in tropical regions of Africa and South America. Transmission occurs mainly through the bite of infected mosquitoes, especially of the Haemagogus or Sabethes genera, which contract the virus from monkeys. There is also inter-human transmission via the Aedes aegypti mosquito. The disease is severe and hemorrhagic, with nonspecific initial symptoms, followed by periods of remission and toxemia, characterized by hemorrhagic manifestations and acute liver failure. Approximately 50% of cases are non-specific, 20% have few symptoms and 30% progress to fulminant forms, without specific treatment. Therefore, vaccination, early case detection, monitoring and life support are the main recommended strategies. Given the threat that yellow fever poses to public health in Brazil, a narrative review of the main articles on the safety and efficacy of the vaccine is justified.
Access to psychological care and the prevention of cases of self-harm in Bom Jesus do ITABAPOANA/RJ
Authors: Alves Caroline Amaral , Santos Sandra Mara da Silva
Published: June 2024

This work focuses on analyzing the National Policy for the Prevention of Self-harm and Suicide, investigating the coverage of outpatient care provided in Bom Jesus do Itabapoana, from 2010 to 2020, by clinical psychologists, in SUS establishments. Self-inflicted violence is a complex and stigmatized public health challenge, making it difficult to obtain accurate data and draw up effective policies. The study aims to contribute to the planning of mental health actions and the prevention of self-harm, as well as reflecting on the quality of available health data.
The importance of using sunscreen correctly for patients with melasma
Authors: Andre Bruno Conte
Published: June 2024

Melasma is a hyperpigmentation disorder that mainly affects women. Factors such as chronic exposure to ultraviolet radiation, visible light, hormonal stimulation and genetic factors have been identified in its pathogenesis. It is characterized by reticulated, irregular, brown patches on areas of the skin exposed to the sun. The methodology used was a literature review with an exploratory qualitative approach, using academic platforms and bibliographies: SCIELO, PUB MED and GOOGLE ACADEMICO. The inclusion criteria were articles from recent years in Portuguese and English. The correct use of sunscreens can prevent the appearance of melasma, which in turn prevents skin cancer. Sunscreen helps to block the sun's radiation, preventing dyschromic spots caused by ultraviolet rays on the skin. There are different factors for each skin type; always reapply every two hours and it is important to know that the use of sunscreen begins in childhood, as the damage accumulates in the skin, leading to complications in adulthood, such as skin cancer. It can be concluded that the use of accessories such as hats, sun shades and sunscreens helps to prevent dyschromias.
Burnout in nursing professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Santos Carlos Felipe do Nascimento dos
Published: June 2024

Introduction: Occupational stress is the result of the way an individual deals with the demands of work and faces challenges. Numerous sources can generate stress, affecting the individual level of stress experienced by nurses. The pandemic has exacerbated these issues, given the clinical breadth of the SARS-CoV-2 infection. Coping with critical situations, such as those caused by COVID-19, can expose nurses to exhaustion of their psychological resources, increasing stress levels and potentially culminating in BURNOUT Syndrome (BS). Objectives: To analyze the predictors of BS in nurses during the COVID-19 pandemic. To identify predictors associated with BS among nurses in this context. Develop strategies to prevent BS during the COVID-19 pandemic. Method: This research consists of a descriptive, exploratory and qualitative literature review. Papers published between 2020 and 2023 were included, with keywords such as Nurse, Covid-19, Psychological Exhaustion and BURNOUT in their abstracts. The sample included nine scientific articles, five from the SCIELO database, two from LILACS and two from PUBMED. Results: The main predictors found in this study were work overload, impaired social interaction, among others. A table was drawn up indicating the main measures in BS prevention strategies, such as multi-professional support, reduced working hours, psychological support, financial benefits, comfortable housing, training and refresher workshops. In addition to these strategies, it is crucial that nurses act in a welcoming manner, using their professional knowledge to identify early signs and symptoms of BS, referring professionals for specialized treatment. Conclusion: The importance and relevance of research on this topic is emphasized, providing subsidies for new studies and broadening discussions on the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on nurses' mental health. It is imperative that, based on this knowledge, interventions are proposed that can reduce the devastating impacts on the mental health of nurses involved in caring for patients in a pandemic context.
Antimicrobial activity on Escherichia coli strains isolated from various clinical samples
Authors: Bion Henrique Santos Xavier , Silva Bruno Vinicius Souza da , Oliveira Alisson Macário de , Miranda Juliana Alves , Sancho Thaísa Giselle da Silva , Ximenes Eulália Camelo Pessoa de Azevedo
Published: June 2024

Escherichia coli is the most isolated bacterium in clinical laboratories and is implicated in infectious diseases that affect practically all human tissues and organ systems. Given the clinical importance of this bacterium, this research aimed to determine the susceptibility of seven Escherichia coli strains (LFBM Ec 01, LFBM Ec 02, LFBM Ec 05, LFBM Ec 06, LFBM Ec 07, LFBM Ec 09, LFBM Ec 10) isolated from catheterized patients and one from the American Type Culture Collection (ATCC 25922) to ampicillin, levofloxacin, cephalothin, nitrofurantoin and cefotaxime. The antibiogram was carried out in accordance with BrCast 2020 for the solid medium diffusion method. The β-lactam antibiotics (ampicillin and cefotaxime) were able to inhibit the growth of all the strains, except LFBM Ec 01, LFBM Ec 06 and LFBM Ec 10. Cephalothin proved effective on all strains except LFBM Ec 01, LFBM Ec 05, LFBM Ec 06, LFBM Ec 09 and LFBM Ec 10. LFBM Ec 01 and LFBM Ec10 were the only strains that resisted the action of levofloxacin. All the strains were sensitive to the action of nitrofurantoin, except for LFBM Ec 01, which showed intermediate sensitivity. Of the seven Escherichia coli strains, five (LFBM Ec 01, LFBM Ec 05, LFBM Ec 06, LFBM Ec 09 and LFBM Ec 10) were resistant to any of the β-lactams used. These antimicrobials are the clinical choice for treating infections caused by Escherichia coli. This study will continue with the determination of the minimum inhibitory concentration and the study of the interaction between these antimicrobials.
Comparative epidemiological analysis of dengue cases in the state of Paraná in 2023 and 2024
Authors: Altoé Isadora Laguila , Gomes Bruna Galan
Published: June 2024

Introduction: Dengue is an acute febrile and infectious disease, which can manifest itself in a benign or severe form. It is caused by an arbovirus and is transmitted by Aedes aegypti. There are four serotypes: DENV1, DENV2, DENV3 and DENV4. The main symptoms are high fever, myalgia, retro-orbital pain, headache and rash. Dengue is a challenge for public health and an epidemic, even in Paraná. Objective: To analyze the epidemiological profile of documented probable cases of dengue fever in the state of Paraná, from January to December 2023 and January to April 2024. Methodology: This is a descriptive, cross-sectional, quantitative epidemiological study based on secondary data obtained from the Ministry of Health's Unified Health System Information Technology Department (DATASUS/MS). Results and Discussion: In the epidemiological year 2023, 211,022 probable cases of dengue were reported in Paraná. In 2024 (up to April this year), there were 421,455 cases, an increase of 99.72%. It can be inferred that the number of cases has practically doubled, with only 1/3 of the epidemiological year 2024 having elapsed. In 2023, 6,285 cases required hospitalization and in 2024, 14,192. Although the proportional increase was not significant (2023: 2.97%; 2024: 3.36%), more beds were needed, as there was an increase of almost 126%. In both 2023 and 2024, the northern macro-region was home to the majority of cases. However, the macro-region with the highest proportional increase was the northwest (2023: 15.05%; 2024: 21.19%). In 2023, 75.35% of cases progressed to cure and 0.06% to death. In 2024, 65.72% were cured and 0.05% died. It is therefore important to continuously monitor treatment and the quality of patient care. Conclusion: The need for constant monitoring of cases and prevention measures is emphasized, given that those affected by the arbovirus are steadily increasing compared to the previous year.
Characterization of kidney stones using Raman spectroscopy
Authors: Silva Evelyn Belorio da , Costa Wangner Barbosa da , Oliveira Marcela de , Azevedo Neto Nilton Francelosi
Published: June 2024

Raman spectroscopy is a promising analytical technique for characterizing kidney stones, allowing precise identification of their components and non-destructive analysis. In this study, a kidney stone was characterized using micro-Raman spectroscopy at a wavelength of 532 nm, using a prototype sample holder to optimize measurements and avoid damaging the confocal microscope lens.
Retrospective analysis of the mortality of patients after cancer surgery at the Araguaína Regional Hospital, 2010 to 2021
Authors: Santos Victor Cardoso Brandão , Grisani André , Silva Amanda Eneas , Pantarotto Rafael Jodas , Propécio Ana Maria Teixeira , Hendges Gabrielle Carvalho , Pereira Thiago Araújo , Lagares Maria Karina Lima , Oliveira Hanne Karoline Lopes , Propercio Isadora Cardoso Alves
Published: June 2024

Oncological surgery is fundamental in the treatment of cancer, but mortality related to it is a significant concern and can be caused by factors such as anesthesia, bleeding, thromboembolism and multiple organ failure. This study aimed to retrospectively analyze mortality after cancer surgery at the Araguaína Regional Hospital (HRA) between 2010 and 2021, identifying its main causes and risk factors in order to propose control and prevention actions.
Epidemiological analysis of hospitalization of the elderly in Brazil between 2019 and 2023
Authors: Moraes Emilly Reis de Albuquerque , Gomes Hândrya Karla Martins , Silva Juliana Fontes Gondin , Mendonça Wilker Frainkyli Silva , Lima Layna Ravenna Batista de , Sauaia Bismarck Ascar
Published: June 2024

Brazil has seen an increase in the elderly population as a result of falling mortality rates. Associated with the ageing process, there is an increased risk of developing comorbidities, which is why the health system has found it difficult to keep up with the rapid demographic transition and support this more fragile section of the population. The aim of this study was to describe the epidemiological aspects of hospitalization of the elderly in Brazil. This is a retrospective epidemiological study, with a quantitative approach, which used data from the Hospital Information System and the Unified Health System, made available by the Department of Informatics of the Unified Health System, for the period 2019 to 2023. The variables analyzed were: type of care, gender, race, reason for hospitalization, cause of death and region with the highest incidence. 16,779,162 elderly people were admitted to hospital units: 78% (n= 16,069,729) were admitted as emergencies. Of these individuals, 51% (n= 8,595,199) were male and 41% (n= 6,892,500) were white. Initially, 21% (n= 3,485,803) were hospitalized for diseases related to the circulatory system, but the main cause of death was pneumonia, which accounted for 7% (n= 1,195,048) of these patients, and was most prevalent in the southeast region with 508,696 deaths. Hospitalizations of the elderly in Brazil are on the increase, considering epidemiological characteristics, a reduction in the number of investments in the elderly and the number of deaths. The main related diseases are those affecting the cardiovascular and respiratory systems, accounting for almost half of the deaths in this age group. The increase in the number of hospitalizations demonstrates the need to formulate public policies to improve the quality of life of the elderly population.
Scientific articles in engineering: Constituent and distinctive elements of the genre
Authors: Arauz Valéria Angélica Ribeiro
Published: June 2024

This research originated from the need to better understand the structure and composition of the scientific article genre, with an emphasis on the field of Engineering I. The objective was to analyze this genre in terms of its textual and discursive characteristics to aid researchers and students in writing their own articles. An exploratory and descriptive research was conducted, employing a methodology based on the rhetorical moves outlined in John Swales' (1990) CARS (Creating a Research Space) model, with further developments studied by Swales (1981; 1990; 2009), Motta-Roth and Hendges (1996; 1998), Santos (1995), and Berdanier (2019). The genre elements analyzed in detail included the discourse community, the statement of the research problem, the abstract, the introduction, and the methodology section. As a result, a mapping of the rhetorical moves and the main syntactic-semantic structures involved in each of the sections studied was created, based on their recurrence in 50 articles published in prominent journals in the fields of civil engineering, environmental and sanitary engineering, and transportation engineering.
Vaccine efficacy against Covid-19 and its worrying variants
Authors: Paz Candida Verônica de Andrade , Malacarne Junior Lauri Paulo , Nascimento Tássia Aimê , Camargo Rafael Pereira , Ferreira Marcelo Vicente Munin , Sousa Junior Edilson Galeno de , Bastos Carlos Eduardo Matos Carvalho , Pegoraro Fábio , Gomes Samara Tatielle Monteiro
Published: June 2024

Objective: To analyze the main COVID-19 vaccines available in Brazil and coverage against VOCs. Methods: 199 articles were found in PubMed, VHL and SciElo. The following were researched: Coronavirus, Vaccine, COVID-19, Evolution, Variant, Delta and Omicron. Works published in the period between 2019 and 2023. A total of 07 articles were selected. Results: The vaccine release sequence was Coronavac followed by Pfizer, Astrazeneca and Janssen with different mechanisms of action and dose schedules. Regarding VOCs, five were identified: Alpha, Beta, Delta, Gamma and Omicron. Conclusion: the pathogenicity of VOCs was increased and vaccine efficacy (IV) decreased. It is noteworthy that VE in the real scenario is affected by public health measures, individual behaviors, access to health services, and vaccine hesitancy, factors not considered in the studies.
Epidemiological profile of patients hospitalized for upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage in a university hospital in Northwestern Paraná
Authors: Sala Caroline , Lavagnoli Carolina Sesnick , Rodrigues Thamires Fernandes Cardoso da Silva , Back Ivi Ribeiro , Zulin Aline , Goldoni Esdra Cristina Pereira , Carvalho Elis Fausto , Coimbra Jorseli Angela Henriques , Radovanovic Cremilde Aparecida Trindade , Felipin Larissa Carolina Segantini , Torres Maricy Morbin , Uema Roberta Tognollo Borotta
Published: June 2024

Introduction: Upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage is characterized by intraluminal bleeding which is the result of an injury proximal to the ligament of Treitz, which may involve the esophagus, stomach or duodenum and can be classified as varicose and non-varicose. In this sense, for preventive interventions, it is important to know the profile of the patient who is most predisposed to ADH and its outcome after treatment. Objective: To analyze the epidemiological profile of patients hospitalized for upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage at a university hospital in northwestern Paraná. Method: This is an exploratory study with a quantitative approach, carried out at a University Hospital in the Northwest of Paraná, through access to the medical records of patients hospitalized for digestive bleeding in 2022. Data collection took place between August and October 2023 and the analysis was performed descriptively. The study was approved by the Research Ethics Committee under Opinion No. 6,117,164. Results: In 2022, there were 247 admissions by HDA. Males were the most prevalent among the patients and the mean age was 61 years. In 61.5% of the cases, the clinical manifestation was melena. The most commonly performed invasive procedure was UDE, and in 76.1% of the cases there was a good outcome with hospital discharge. Conclusion: Knowing the patient's profile and the main risk factors for a serious pathology such as ADH makes it possible to develop a discharge plan based on their needs in order to avoid readmissions and even death from the disease.
Occupational therapeutic interventions with the application of the Exercise Activity Protocol (PAE) for the physical rehabilitation of patients with leprosy sequelae: Experience report
Authors: Souza Ana Beatriz dos Santos , Borges João Victor Silva , Morais Victor Hugo Martins de , Sá Nonato Márcio Custódio Maia , Pantoja André Maia , Bentes Joubert Marinho da Silva
Published: June 2024

Introduction: Leprosy is an infectious disease, of slow and progressive evolution and with high disabling power, which can result in temporary and/or permanent physical deformities. This study aimed to report the experience of students from the State University of Pará (UEPA) of the Occupational Therapy course in interventions with the application of the Exercise Activity Protocol (EAP) in patients with leprosy sequelae in the hands. Method: This is an experience report, elaborated through occupational therapeutic care from the extension project "Rehabilitation and Assistive Technology: Exercise Activity Protocol for patients with disability due to leprosy", carried out at the Specialized Rehabilitation Center (CER III)/Teaching and Assistance Unit of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy (UEAFTO)/Laboratory of Assistive Technology (LABTA), located at the Center for Biological and Health Sciences (CCBS) of UEPA. Results: A significant muscle strength deficit was observed, characterized by difficulties in performing Activities of Daily Living and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living. Discussion: The activities carried out aimed to ensure comprehensive health care for patients with leprosy sequelae by associating rehabilitation and assistive technology. Final considerations: The experience provided a better understanding of leprosy and its biopsychosocial consequences, causing deformities and physical disabilities, which contributed to the professional development and academic training of the students.