bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Estimating COVID-19 lockdown effectiveness: Analysis of the 2020 Danish mink lockdown
Authors: Ege Florian
Published: March 2024

In late 2020 Denmark became the focus of the global efforts against the Covid-19 pandemic when reports of a mutated SARS-CoV-2 virus variant in the countries population of 17 million farmed mink appeared. Spillover infections between mink and humans were feared to threaten the efficacy of upcoming vaccines. In this study the ensuing short-lived yet stringent lockdowns imposed in 7 of the countries 98 municipalities are analysed for their effectiveness to reduce SARS-CoV-2 infections. Synthetic counterfactuals are created for each of these municipalities using a weighted average combination of the the 91 municipalities not targeted by the stringent measures. This allows for a clear overview regarding the development of test-positivity rates, citizen mobility behaviours and lastly daily infection numbers in response to the restrictions. The findings show that these targeted, short-term lockdowns significantly curtailed further infections, demonstrating a marked decrease, first in citizens mobility and then in daily cases when compared to their synthetic counterfactuals. Overall, the estimates indicate average reductions to infection numbers to be around 31\%. This study underscores the potential of strict, yet severe lockdowns in breaking ongoing infection dynamics, by utilising a rare quasi-experimental design case that avoids endogeneity through treatment selection.
β-CPP bioceramics in alginate 3D Scaffolds as a new material for mineralized tissue regeneration
Authors: Pinto Gabriel C. , Piazza Rodolfo D. , Soares Igor P. Mendes , Anselmi Caroline , Coimbra Eduardo T. C. , Costa Carlos A. Souza , Hebling Josimeri , Silva Nuno J. O. , Guastaldi Antônio C.
Published: March 2024

In the pursuit of tailored properties for applied bioceramics in bone graft applications, a personalized mixture of precursor base materials is crucial. Hydroxyapatite (HA), beta tricalcium phosphate (β-TCP), and versatile biopolymers serve as base materials to produce personalized mixtures, each presenting its own set of advantages and disadvantages. Combining these materials addresses limitations of individual components, but further improvements require exploring alternative base materials with distinct properties. This study introduces beta calcium pyrophosphate (β-CPP) as a valuable addition to the base materials, exhibiting intermediate biodegradation properties. When combined with biopolymer alginate, β-CPP enables the fabrication of personalized porous 3D scaffolds. Despite β-CPP being an unwanted by-product in mineralized tissue regeneration, this research demonstrates its innovative potential in stimulating cell interaction within porous 3D structures. The β-CPP/Alginate 3D Scaffold, with a 5:3 w/w ratio, significantly enhances mineralization activity compared to the control. This novel composite, showcasing interconnected cells throughout the 3D structure, presents a promising avenue for mineralized tissue regeneration. The study underscores the importance of optimizing both biodegradation and mechanical features in new bioceramics, highlighting β-CPP as a noteworthy candidate with potential commercial implications.
Design of Magnetic κ-Carrageenan-Collagen Bioinks for 3D Bioprinting
Authors: Almeida Duarte , Küppers Freya , Gusmão Afonso , Manjua Ana C. , Ferreira Catarina F.R. , Portugal Carla A.M. , Silva João C. , Sanjuan-Alberte Paola , Ferreira Frederico Castelo
Published: March 2024

Bioprinting approaches are of great promise for tissue engineering (TE) applications, given that they allow the fabrication of constructs able to mimic native tissues' mechanical and topographical features. In this study, a novel bioink comprising κ-carrageenan (κc), collagen, and magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs) was designed for 3D bioprinting applications. κc is suitable for use in bioprinting due to its gelation and mechanical properties. Combining this polysaccharide with collagen and MNPs for remote stimulation of the printed scaffold, we successfully achieved a 3D-printed functional structure. Mechanical compressive tests yielded Young’s moduli ranging from 8.25 to 18.4 kPa. The addition of collagen caused this value to decrease, as expected, while the addition of MNPs had an opposing effect. The hydrogels also exhibited water contents over 97% in all formulations. Rheological assessments indicated a sol-gel transition temperature at 23-25ºC, making these bioinks suitable for extrusion-based bioprinting at room temperature. Printability analyses demonstrated excellent fidelity and structural integrity of the printed constructs, in addition to a high mesenchymal stem/stromal cell (MSC) viability after bioprinting. Finally, as proof-of-concept, it was observed that bioprinted MSCs stimulated with an external magnetic field of 80 mT were able to increase the number of tubes formed by human umbilical vein endothelial cells. In conclusion, this study constitutes a valuable approach for 3D bioprinting of multifunctional materials using novel bioink compositions, thus advancing TE technologies while creating new paths for future research in regenerative medicine applications.
Pregnant Women Perceived Community Acceptance for Deliveries attended by Traditional Birth attendants and its Correlates in Ethiopia: Community based longitudinal follow up Study
Authors: Damtew Solomon Abrha , Fantaye Fitsum Tariku , Sene Kelemua Menegesha
Published: March 2024

Background
World health organization (WHO) recommends that all child birth need to attend by professional skilled attendant who at least midwifery skill through the safe motherhood initiative. Many births in developing are being attended by Traditional birth attendants mainly due women and community acceptance of TBA as sole birth attendants. Therefore, measuring the women perceived community acceptance towards births attended by TBA and identifying factors provides evidence for policy makers, health program managers and health care practitioners in their effort to escalate skilled and facility delivery there by improving maternal and new born health outcome.
Methods
This study used PMA cohort 1 baseline data which enrolled and collected data from currently pregnant women. Frequency was computed to describe the study participant’s characteristics. Multinomial logistics regression was employed to identify correlates of perceived acceptance for births attended by TBA. Results were presented in the form percentages and odds ratio with 95% Confidence Intervals. Candidate variables were selected using p-value of 0.25. Statistical significance was declared at p-value of 0.05.
Results
One fourth, nearly one in five (18.27%) and 15.05% of the pregnant women reported few people, most and some people in their community think it’s acceptable to deliver with Traditional Birth Attendants (TBA) respectively. attending primary education increases the likelihood of women pregnant women perception that most people in their community thinks that it’s acceptable for deliveries to be attended by TBA. While pregnancy desire that women who intended to have another child have higher likelihood to perceive that few people in their community consider that its acceptable that deliveries to be attended by TBA. On the contrary, religion, residing in the well to HHs, residing in the former SNNP and Addis Ababa have lowered pregnant women perception that people (most, few and some) in their community considers that it’s acceptable for deliveries to be attended by TBA.
Conclusions
Substantially greater proportion of pregnant women reported that it’s acceptable to delivery for at least few people in their community which call on tremendous work to be done to avert such high level pregnant women acceptance that people in their community thinks births to be attended by TBAs. Activities targeting improving women economic status and empowerment; increasing women enrollment to secondary and higher education; using religious leaders and institutions to promote health service use and skilled delivery are likely to mitigate such huge surge of miss conception towards delivery care.
COVID-19 and educational resilience in Africa: How school closure revealed countries’ educational conditions
Authors: BECHE Emmanuel , SII Marie Pascale
Published: March 2024

This study examines school closures in Africa during the COVID-19 pandemic as a reflection of a country’s educational conditions. Using an interdisciplinary approach that combines the sociology of crisis and decision-making, it focuses on two leading indicators: the timing and duration of school closures concerning the emergence of the coronavirus. We then correlate these factors with each country’s specific pandemic and educational context. Our data collection involved an online documentary analysis and leveraged insights from two webinars on African responses to COVID-19, conducted in March and June 2020, in which we participated. Through a categorical analysis, we classify the 54 African nations into five groups according to how they handled school lockdowns during this pandemic: resistant, proactive, reactive, post-active, and passive, demonstrating that the modalities of their school closures were not neutral. Our analysis reveals the intricate complexities of the educational conditions in these countries, providing valuable insights into their crisis management policies and governance. It offers perspectives to assess educational resilience in major crises and deepens the relationship between educational conditions and responses to these crises.
Los chatbots como herramienta de apoyo para la orientación universitaria
Authors: Mayor-Alonso Estela , Vidal Javier , Rodríguez-Esteban Agustín
Published: March 2024

El avance de las tecnologías ha propiciado la implementación de la Inteligencia Artificial (IA) en el sector educativo. Por ello, es importante atender a la calidad de los servicios que la IA oferta. El objetivo de este estudio es conocer cuál es la calidad de los sistemas automáticos de asesoramiento (chatbots) ofrecidos por las universidades de España. Para ello, se utilizó como técnica de recogida de información, la observación. Se construyeron dos listados de control en los que se mide tanto los aspectos generales de procedimiento del chatbot como las dudas planteadas por estudiantado en foros de internet y organizadas en 4 bloques temáticos. Dicha herramienta se validó a través de un estudio piloto y se aplicó en 15 universidades públicas que cuentan con este servicio. Los resultados muestran que la calidad del servicio viene determinada tanto por la información proporcionada por la universidad como por la compañía que diseña el chatbot, pues se comprobó que existe un porcentaje bajo de respuestas con un grado de ajuste suficiente. Aun así, el nivel de detalle de estas es considerable. Por ello, no se puede negar el impacto positivo que está empezando a tener la IA en los servicios de orientación universitaria.
Prácticas de personalización del aprendizaje mediadas por las tecnologías digitales: una revisión sistemática
Authors: Varona Klioukina Sofía , Engel Anna
Published: March 2024

En los últimos años, con el desarrollo de las tecnologías digitales, los enfoques de personalización del aprendizaje han recibido una atención creciente. Sin embargo, no existe una definición universal del aprendizaje personalizado y las distintas propuestas pueden enfatizar tanto el protagonismo del profesor, que utilizan las tecnologías digitales para adaptar las actividades y contenidos de aprendizaje al desempeño individual del alumnado, como el protagonismo del aprendiz, reconociendo su capacidad de tomar decisiones sobre su propio proceso de aprendizaje atendiendo a sus intereses y preferencias. Presentamos una revisión sistemática para conocer el estado del arte del diseño e implementación de prácticas de personalización del aprendizaje desde esta segunda perspectiva. La búsqueda se centra en artículos publicados entre los años 2017 y 2022 en revistas de impacto. Aplicando los criterios de inclusión establecidos, evaluamos un total de 10 artículos. Los principales resultados muestran que la mayor parte de las propuestas combinan distintas estrategias de personalización del aprendizaje y que las tecnologías digitales que median estas prácticas son de uso habitual en los centros educativos. Concluimos que es posible avanzar hacia una mayor personalización del aprendizaje para apoyar nuevas formas de enseñar y aprender que ayuden al alumnado a construirse como aprendices competentes.
Lo digital no media. La mediación educativa en el territorio digital.
Authors: Passeron Ezequiel , Jacovkis Judith
Published: March 2024

El presente artículo aborda las mediaciones educativas entre un instituto y las plataformas digitales. En un contexto signado por una creciente individualización de la experiencia humana a partir del uso y las prácticas digitales, se reflexiona acerca del rol del centro educativo como bien social e institución que vela por lo común. Mediante un estudio de caso y una etnografía escolar crítica, se observan y analizan las principales tensiones que emergen en la comunidad educativa a través del testimonio de estudiantes y docentes. Se presentan resultados estructurados bajo 3 categorías: “yo digital”, que refiere al desafío de la construcción de las identidades; “yo con los otros”, en donde se hace foco en las violencias en las interacciones sociodigitales; y el “yo consumo o uso”, que aborda el fenómeno de la personalización de la información. Finalmente, se identifican algunas estrategias pedagógicas específicas como la vinculación a través de la autenticidad desde una vulnerabilidad común y la educación artística como recurso para la educación mediática crítica.
Plataformización educativa y profesionalidad docente: tensiones y nudos críticos
Authors: Neut Aguayo Pablo , Blanco-Navarro Mercedes , Lozano-Mulet Paula , Dussel Ines
Published: March 2024

El proceso de digitalización es un fenómeno consolidado en los sistemas educativos contemporáneos. En su fase actual, este se caracteriza por el despliegue de la denominada “plataformización educativa”, escena liderada por las grandes corporaciones tecnológicas o big tech. En consideración de este contexto, el objetivo del artículo es explorar algunas de las tensiones y nudos críticos que dicho proceso entraña para la profesionalidad docente, particularmente en uno de sus ejes estructurantes: la autonomía profesional. Para dar cuenta de ello, se utilizan los registros recabados en una investigación cualitativa realizada en seis establecimientos educativos de Barcelona. Del análisis de las voces de los equipos directivos y del profesorado emergen tres grandes dimensiones de tensión: i) la necesidad de una alfabetización digital; ii) el monocultivo de las plataformas y su naturalización; y iii) los limitados márgenes de autonomía en el uso de herramientas digitales para la interacción pedagógica. Se concluye vinculando estas dimensiones con una reflexión en torno a la necesidad de desarrollar una alfabetización digital crítica en los contextos educativos.
Microwave-Assisted Rearrangement of Costunolide Catalyzed by Palladium(II)
Authors: Macías Francisco , Alvarenga Elson , Galindo Juan , Molinillo José , Cerceau Cristiane
Published: March 2024

The structure of costunolide was modified before conducting the Cope rearrangement under thermal conditions. This modification was undertaken to block the highly reactive Michael acceptor α-methylene-γ-lactone, thus preventing side reactions at high temperatures. In this work, the reaction was performed under heating or microwave irradiation using costunolide, not its modified version. Rates of Cope reactions catalyzed by palladium(II) assisted by microwave were substantially enhanced. The rearrangements of costunolide to elemanolide, eudesmanolides, and germacranolide were catalyzed by palladium acetate, bis(benzonitrile)palladium dichloride, and a mixture of both organometallics. Rates of microwave promoted rearrangements of costunolide were six times faster than the reactions assisted by heating. The best success rate for elemanolide (7) was obtained using a mixture of Pd(OAc)2 and (NCPh)2PdCl2. In this case, compound 7 was obtained in a yield of 34%, while the other sesquiterpene lactones were formed only in trace amounts. The reaction products were isolated using semi-preparative high performance liquid chromatography and further purified through sequential analytical high performance liquid chromatography. Bioactivity profiles that used etiolated wheat coleoptiles were conducted for compounds 6, 7, and 9. The tested compounds presented very high phytotoxicity, with inhibition up to 97%.
Bienestar en adolescentes: El rol del apoyo social y de la satisfacción de necesidades básicas
Authors: Cordero Begoña , Gracia-Leiva Marcela , Moyano-Díaz Emilio , Páez Rovira Darío
Published: March 2024

El conocimiento de los factores que influencian la satisfacción con la vida y el bienestar en adolescentes de países hispanos es escaso. Este estudio analiza si la satisfacción con la vida (SV), el apoyo social de pares y las tres necesidades básicas, postuladas por la teoría de la autodeterminación (competencia, autonomía y relación) dan cuenta de la variación incremental del bienestar psicológico (BP) en adolescentes. Participaron 544 adolescentes chilenos escolarizados (55% mujeres) entre 13 a 18 años de edad (M=15.11, DE=1.05). Los datos se recogieron mediante cuestionarios auto administrados en instituciones educativas. Se realizaron dos regresiones jerárquicas por pasos, una con SV y otra con BP como variables dependientes. El sexo y la edad se incluyeron como variables control. Se incorporó el apoyo social de pares, BP, SV y posteriormente satisfacción de necesidades psicológicas básicas. Los resultados muestran que el BP adolescente se incrementa una vez incluida la SV, el apoyo social de pares y la satisfacción de necesidades psicológicas básicas. Además, la edad y el BP predijeron la SV. Se utilizaron dos modelos de mediación para evaluar el efecto de las necesidades psicológicas básicas (competencia, autonomía y relación) sobre el BP y la SV. Los análisis de mediación indicaron que las tres necesidades psicológicas incrementan el efecto de la SV en el BP de los adolescentes. Los resultados de este estudio sugieren que sentirse competentes, más autónomos y con mayor relación con otros puede ayudar a explicar el efecto de la SV sobre el BP en población adolescente.
Análisis psicométrico de la versión española de la escala de Bienestar Psicológico de Ryff en estudiantes universitarios chilenos
Authors: Assar Rodrigo , Barros Paulina , Jiménez Juan Pablo
Published: March 2024

El estudio del bienestar psicológico se ha convertido en el último tiempo en un concepto central para entender la salud. El presente estudio tuvo por objetivo realizar un análisis psicométrico de la versión española de la Escala de Bienestar Psicológico de Ryff (SPWB, Scales of Psychological Well-being) en una muestra no probabilística de 699 estudiantes universitarios chilenos entre 18 y 25 años, hombres y mujeres. Para ello se realizaron distintos análisis: factorial confirmatorio (CFA), de consistencia interna (alfa de Cronbach), y la validez divergente con la Escala de Depresión de Beck (BDI-IA). Un segundo objetivo fue caracterizar la muestra en función de su bienestar psicológico. Los resultados muestran que el CFA posee una buena calidad de ajuste (CFI 0.99) y alta consistencia interna (alfa 0.92). La validez divergente da cuenta de una relación inversa y altamente significativa entre el Bienestar Psicológico y sintomatología depresiva, más manifiesta en mujeres. La dimensión Autoaceptación presentó mejor consistencia interna, y la de Dominio del entorno menor, y a su vez mostró alta correlación con Autoaceptación y Propósito en la vida. La dimensión con mayor puntaje fue Crecimiento personal, y la de menor puntaje fue Autonomía. Se discuten los factores comunes de distintos estudios latinoamericanos sobre bienestar psicológico y los desafíos que representan estos resultados para el desarrollo de estrategias que promuevan la salud mental en población universitaria.
Efecto de las creencias irracionales en el proceso cognitivo de la satisfacción con la vida en adultos
Authors: Gómez-González Oscar , Santoyo-Telles Felipe , Urzúa Alfonso
Published: March 2024

Esta investigación se propuso analizar la asociación de las creencias irracionales (CI) Demandas, Intolerancia a la frustración y Aprobación, con la satisfacción con la vida (SV) y su efecto moderador en las relaciones entre variables sociodemográficas y la SV. Para tal efecto se utilizó un diseño transversal analítico no experimental. Participaron 483 adultos mexicanos (Medad = 37.2, DE = 15.06), quienes completaron, en línea, la Escala de Satisfacción con la Vida y la Escala de Actitudes y Creencias. Se encontró que las CI se asociaron con la SV (βDemandas = .14, p < .001; βIntolerancia a la frustración = -.38, p < .001); y la asociación entre el nivel socioeconómico y esta satisfacción fue moderada por las CI Demandas (F[4,478] = 27.49, p < .001) e Intolerancia a la frustración (F[3,479] = 31.81, p < .001). Los resultados indican que las CI influyen en el proceso cognitivo de la SV, afectando, tanto positiva como negativamente, la asociación entre variables sociodemográficas y la SV. Específicamente, la CI Demandas afectaron negativamente a la SV solo mediante la CI Intolerancia a la frustración, lo que sugiere que la CI Demandas aportan un elemento de perseverancia y gratificación al proceso de lograr las metas, y este elemento solo es perjudicial si la persona también presenta altos puntajes de CI secundarias como la Intolerancia a la frustración. Este efecto positivo implica una contradicción a la teoría de la Terapia Racional Emotivo Conductual (TREC), que plantea que todas las CI se asocian negativamente con el bienestar.
Indigenous Festivals and Climate Sustainability in India: A Case Study of Cultural Practices and Performances
Authors:   Research Scholar, Department of English, Banaras Hindu University, Mondal Ayan , Pandey Maya Shanker
Published: March 2024

With the inadequacy of the Western frameworks in addressing climate change, there is a need to integrate indigenous knowledge systems into the global framework to harness climate sustainability. The historical marginalization of the indigenous people in India in the colonial era has continued through the present postcolonial era, leading to environmental exploitation and social dislocation of the Adivasis. This has resulted in a severance of the transmission of sustainable practices embedded in the tribal cultures into the global framework. Advocating for the integration of indigenous ecological wisdom into global strategies, this paper will highlight the significance of tribal festivals like ‘Sarhul,’ ‘Baha,’ and ‘Kunde Habba’ in reinforcing climate resilience. Indian tribal festivals have traditionally popularised sustainable practices and rituals to stay in harmony with nature, and the sacred sites located in the indigenous communities function as sites for rituals and festivals fostering ecological sustainability. This paper explores how tribal art forms like ‘Warli’ and ‘Gond’ art imbue communities with ecological consciousness and resilience, and through storytelling and artistic expressions, it raises awareness about climate issues and empowers communities to safeguard ecosystems vital for all life forms. This paper asserts that traditional performance cultures, manifested through rituals, dances, and art, serve as catalysts for sustainable practices, biodiversity conservation, and community resilience, and advocates for a recentring of the indigenous performances to resist Anthropocentric and Capitalocentric practices.
Weaving Dreams of a World Among Worlds: T’nalak of the T’boli as an Ecological Practice
Authors:   Professor of Philosophy, Department of Philosophy, De La Salle University, Manila, Philippines, Garcia Leni dlR. , Biana Hazel T. ,   Department of Philosophy, De La Salle University, Manila, Philippines.
Published: March 2024

George Marshall claims that environmental advocacy does not get enough traction despite the urgency of the climate crisis because of two things. One, the human brain reacts to things that are personal, definite, visible, and urgent. Climate change does not exhibit any of these and, thus, tends to be ignored. Two, most consciousness-raising efforts take the scientific route, disseminating information using technical jargon. While it appeals to the analytic side of the brain, it does not compel action. The brain’s intuitive/emotional side must be affected to elicit an effective response to an event. Affect is achieved creatively, especially through stories with which people can identify. The modern world, however, shuns stories as pre-scientific, outmoded, and false. Using a pluriversal view where the coexistence of different but overlapping epistemologies is imaginable, this paper shows that the reactivation of marginalized knowledge systems could counter the dominance and universalism of the (Western) modern world. Traditional epistemologies, as performances, could model the intuitive and personal relationship with the environment claimed to be effective in compelling climate action. It demonstrates this through the t’nalak culture of the T’boli, one of the Indigenous Peoples of the Philippines. T’nalak-making is a sacred ritual that performs a cultural ecology that sees the world as divine, composed of spiritual beings that guard natural resources. As such, the T’boli build relationships with them by respecting and caring for the environment where these spirits dwell and rule. As the t’nalak gains wide recognition through the performance of the annual T’nalak Festival and the t’nalak itself gains protection from modern systems as an intellectual property, the t’nalak-based cultural ecology could inspire a similar attitude toward the planet to help mitigate the effect of climate change.
Biodiversity, Ecomusicology and Fostered Nominal Ecology
Authors:   Department of Creative Arts, University of Lagos,, Ogunmekan Damilare , Efurhievwe Margaret Akpevweoghene , Okpeki Igue Philo
Published: March 2024

The trajectory of different nations of the world has recently been fixated on climate actions and sustainability. The African continent has joined the train too, as countries begin to take strides toward the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals on sustainable society and climate action. Thus, it becomes necessary to inquire about the viability of a combination of the traditional beliefs and cultural ethos with ecological projects, in achieving these sustainable development goals. Could the already established indigenous systems in Africa be of practical contribution to the protection of biodiversity, environmental sustainability, and other climate actions? Could these already institutionalised and ethnographic programmes engender inclusive climate activity? Nigeria boasts of diverse ecological and biocentric indigenous beliefs, cultures and practices. One of such is the Osun-Osogbo sacred grove. This grove is a concentration of flora and fauna diversity, which has been preserved for years and has also been rooted in spiritual and physical beliefs. Some of the fauna species found in this grove are the African Civet, African giant Snail, and African giant Rat, among others which include Aves. Some flora species include African teak, Camwood, Palm tree, bamboo, and a host of others. Also, music has played a major role in the advocacy for conservation and environmental protection. Singing some songs at the Osun-Osogbo grove and during the Osun-Osogbo festival ensures orientation, sensitisation and promotion of eco-friendly habits, thereby serving ecomusicological purposes. This study therefore focuses on the Osun-Osogbo grove and indigenous values to present a possible sustainable society. Thus, as a response to climate change, this paper draws on these values and the Osun-Osogbo grove to propose conservationism, and artificial cultivation of biodiversity for climate change adaptation, mitigation and resilience, using indigenous methods.
The Role of Traditional African Festivals in the Sustenance of the Ecosystem: Ikenge Festival in Utagba-Uno, Southern Nigeria as a Paradigm
Authors:   Lecturer Department of Theatre and Film Studies: Faculty of Humanities Federal University Otuoke, Bayelsa State., Obamwonyi Augustina Ashionye-Obah , Onyekuru Joyce Austen
Published: March 2024

This study examines the role of indigenous African festivals in the sustenance of the ecosystem. It aims to demonstrate how Ukwuani/Utagba-Uno indigenous festivals, cultural taboos, and sanctions have played a crucial role in preserving the environment and preventing its degradation. It explores the imperative of Ikenge festival in Utagba-Uno, in South-South Nigeria in environmental sustainability. Indigenous festivals are of special importance in the collective existence of a people because they represent their way of life and help them understand their natural environment. The conservation of biodiversity, therefore, calls for the integration of indigenous festivals in curbing the destruction of the ecosystem. The paper argues that an indigenous festival like the Ikenge in Utagba-Uno plays a significant role in the peaceful coexistence of the Utagba-Uno people and their immediate environment. The study employs the ethnographic research design which is a valuable tool for understanding the cultural practices, beliefs, and traditions of a particular community. In this case, the research design explores the natural resources conservation potentials of the Ikenge Festival in Utagba Uno.
Zagadnienia etyczne w wystąpieniach awangardowych
Authors: Stangret Paweł
Published: March 2024

The article is focused on ethical issues of avant-garde. It’s important especially for creation ex nihilo, which redefined ontology of work of art. Modern artists didn’t limit only for aesthetic, but they want to create whole cultural project. Characteristic for modern art is complex of diagnosis (of crisis of culture), reaction for new reality and project of future culture. The same is for ethical issues. In the same time: rebellion for culture and it’s collapse and creating the new way of ethic – in work of art and in culture. That’s why the article is focused on literary text and commentaries. These problems was overlooked in reading of avant-garde creation.
"Dwaj święci" Aleksandra Kuprina: Studium przypadku
Authors: Krynicka Tatiana
Published: March 2024

Aleksandr Kuprin is considered to be a penetrating and wise observer of human life, admirer of colourful characters which represent different social groups, a writer who is able to transgress the borderlines of literary conventions in order to reveal fundamental truthes of the human existence. The tale Two saints proves these statements to be true. Its main heroes are Nicholas, bishop of Myra and John Cassian. Following the plot of the Russian folk legend, A. Kuprin depicts their journey in common to the Heavens, skilfully approximates both ancient saints to his reader and demonstrates different ways that lead to God, whose Justice is Mercy.
POLÍTICAS PÚBLICAS BASEADAS EM EVIDÊNCIAS
Authors: Pessôa Simone Craveiro Barros , Melo Willian Lima
Published: March 2024

A formulação de políticas públicas eficazes requer tomadas de decisões embasadas em evidências sólidas. A Agenda 2030 da ONU desempenha um papel crucial na orientação de iniciativas globais, inclusive no contexto brasileiro. O presente estudo tem como objetivo apresentar como o “Painel das Grotas de Maceió” auxiliou na disponibilização de informações sobre a região das grotas, para o atendimento das demandas governamentais constantes no programa “Vida Nova nas Grotas” e na construção de políticas públicas. Metodologicamente, o estudo se caracteriza como exploratório, partindo de uma pesquisa bibliográfica e documental sendo a perspectiva qualitativa utilizada para o desenvolvimento das análises e sínteses. Com base em pesquisa bibliográfica, discute aspectos voltados à tecnologia, sociedade e agenda mundial sustentável, trazendo como foco de análise a cidade de Maceió. Considera que os resultados oriundos do Mapa Rápido Participativo, adotada pelo Painel das Grotas de Maceió, e a disponibilização de dados, colaboraram e continuam contribuindo para o atingimento dos objetivos propostos, transformando realidades.
In-silico Studies, Synthesis, and Antacid Activities of Magnesium (II)
Complexes
Authors: Jha Basuki Nath , Kothari Richa , Agrawal Anurag
Published: March 2024

Background:

Nowadays, acidity is a severe problem worldwide caused by excessive
gastric acid secretion by the stomach and proximal intestine.

Objective:

Antacids are drugs capable of buffering stomach acid. Therefore, in our research work,
we have reported the in-silico studies, synthesis, characterization, and evaluation of antacid activities
of magnesium (II) complexes via the acid-base neutralization process.

Methods:

In this research, some magnesium complexes were synthesized and their antacid behavior
was compared with marketed products. Also, in-silico studies were performed on H+/K+
ATPase (Proton pump). All synthesized compounds were characterized by various spectroscopic
techniques like UV-Vis, FT-IR, XRD, and DSC techniques.

Result:

Spectroscopic analysis results showed that the semicarbazone ligand shows keto-enol
isomerism and forms a coordinated stable complex with magnesium ions in the crystalline phase.
The FT-IR results confirmed the presence of Mg-O stretching, N-H bending, and C=N stretching
vibrations in Mg (II) complexes.

Conclusion:

The antacid activities of Mg (II) complexes were excellent as compared to the semicarbazone
ligand and comparable with that of marketed antacid drugs like ENO, and Pantop-D. Insilco
studies also confirmed that semicarbazone ligand and its Mg (II) complexes were both found
to be fitted into the active sites of molecular targets, and Mg (II) complexes showed better binding
affinities towards macromolecular as compared to semicarbazone ligand.
Nutritional Potency of Mangifera indica L. (Mango): Focus on Mango as Antioxidant
Authors: Shah Bhargavi Vijay , Chopra Harsha , Medithi Srujana , Ungarala Venkat Ramakrishna
Published: March 2024

Background:

Mango, known as "the king of fruits," is one of the most popular fruits on the planet. Vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and bioactive substances abound.

Objective:

In the present review, we aimed to explore the therapeutic effects of mango as an antioxidant.

Methods:

Scopus and ScienceDirect databases were used to gather research papers over the pre-vious 12 years.

Results:

Our research explores the formidable antioxidant potential of mango, driven by its ele-vated phenolic and flavonoid content. Within mango, crucial metabolites such as glutathione and euxanthone contribute significantly to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory prowess. A note-worthy bioactive compound, Mangiferin, found in mango, exhibits anti-diabetic properties by inhibiting sucrase and isomaltase, consequently reducing glucose absorption in the intestine.

Conclusion:

In our study, mango has demonstrated its ability to lower blood sugar levels, en-hance insulin production, and reduce lipid levels. These beneficial effects are attributed to high soluble fiber, polyphenols, and carotenoids, including quercetin and beta-carotene. Our findings shed light on the multifaceted health-promoting attributes of mango, positioning it as a valuable natural resource for potential dietary interventions and health enhancement. In conclusion, ef-fective blood sugar management hinges on strategic dietary decisions. Steering clear of high-glycemic combinations with mangoes, choosing daytime consumption, and integrating regular physical activity for energy equilibrium is paramount.
Natural And Cultural-Historical Resources for Tourism Development in Gerlovo Region
Authors: Lyubenov Lyubomir , Dimitrov Slavi
Published: March 2024

Tourism is a traditional activity in the Bulgarian lands. Its results are directly dependent on the natural and culturalhistorical resources of the Gerlovo geographical area. It is located on the territory of four municipalities: Varbitsa, Kotel, Omurtag and Targovishte. The starting point for developing the potential and competitiveness of tourism in the Gerlovo region is its natural and cultural-historical resources. One of the specific tasks is related to carrying out an analysis of tourism in the Gerlovo region in terms of natural resources and cultural and historical heritage, and the second is aimed at the opportunities for the development of regional tourism. This regional analysis can be useful not only for tourism from the Gerlovo region, but also for other regions in Bulgaria and the EU.
Tecnologias Digitais no dia a dia da Educação: Desafios para a Inclusão Educacional e Intercultural uma Comparação entre Brasil e Portugal
Authors: Ramos Maria Natália , Lopes Ana Cristina
Published: March 2024

The world has changed, the cultural and educational reality that existed in 2020, before the declaration of the Covid19 pandemic, was definitively changed. In this way, concern for the future of education, the need for open communication and educational and intercultural integration has never been more emerging than it is now. Over the last year and with a view to identifying Educational and Cultural Challenges in Education, in-depth individual interviews were conducted with teachers and higher education students were interviewed. The aim was to identify how digital technologies contributed to the maintenance of quality education in a time of crisis, as well as the mechanisms that were implemented in order to overcome these challenges. The data collected from teachers' statements and student interviews show that, despite the success of the use of digital technologies and innovative educational practices, there were difficulties. The lack of support network and socialization in face-to-face education may have motivated the worsening of isolation and demotivation of the most vulnerable students. Another aspect that is perceived to be important is to continue to support and empower teachers through continuous training that covers areas from intercultural, pedagogical, content, and digital communication. It is important to identify the essential pillars that contribute to the creation of opportunities, definition of open, flexible methodologies, and educational policies that contribute to ensuring the construction of an inclusive and equitable society for all students, from an educational and multicultural point of view, especially for the most vulnerable. Technologies allow the approximation of cultures and facilitate inclusion, if they are integrated into policies appropriate to the student and educational reality, providing a continuous improvement in teaching, making it increasingly inclusive and of quality in a global era of unprecedented challenges.
Hubungan Growth Mindset dengan Perilaku Kepemimpinan pada Mahasiswa
Authors: Mahidhika Kalyana Rupa , Fathiyah Kartika Nur
Published: March 2024

Perilaku kepemimpinan dan mindset yang dimiliki pemimpin memengaruhi bagaimana suatu organisasi berjalan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan antara growth mindset dengan perilaku kepemimpinan pada mahasiswa yang aktif berorganisasi. Sejumlah 112 mahasiswa (Musia= 21,28; SDusia= 1,36) terlibat penelitian dengan mengisi skala growth mindset (α=0,741) dan skala perilaku kepemimpinan (α=0,947). Data dianalisis menggunakan korelasi product moment dari Pearson. Koefisien korelasi yang didapatkan adalah 0,369 dan koefisien determinasi (R2) sebesar 13,6%. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan hubungan positif antara growth mindset dengan perilaku kepemimpinan pada mahasiswa yang aktif berorganisasi. Mahasiswa dengan growth mindset tinggi akan lebih sering menunjukkan perilaku kepemimpinan. Sebaliknya, semakin tinggi perilaku kepemimpinan semakin tinggi growth mindset yang dimiliki pemimpin tersebut
Pengaruh Kepemimpinan Rendah Hati Terhadap Kelelahan Emosional Perawat Instalasi Gawat Darurat dan Intensive Care Unit
Authors: Cahyaningrum Rhea Amelia
Published: March 2024

Perawat bagian IGD dan ICU memiliki beban kerja yang berat dan tuntutan untuk melakukan penanganan secara cepat dan tepat dalam kondisi darurat sehingga rentan mengalami kelelahan emosional. Kelelahan emosional pada perawat dapat dipengaruhi oleh jenis kepemimpinan maupun sifat pemimpin. Perawat membutuhkan emotional support dari pemimpin untuk dijadikan sebagai resource sehingga meminimalisir kelelahan emosional. Emotional support dapat diperoleh melalui apresiasi dan feedback dari pemimpin. Pemimpin yang rendah hati mampu memberikan apresiasi dan teachability kepada anggotanya. Oleh karena itu, penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh kepemimpinan rendah hati terhadap kelelahan emosional perawat IGD dan ICU. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh kepemimpinan rendah hati terhadap kelelahan emosional perawat IGD dan ICU. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan jenis ex post facto. Penelitian ini juga merupakan penelitian populasi. Subjek merupakan anggota perawat bagian IGD dan ICU RSUD Panembahan Senopati Bantul yang berjumlah 42, dengan 18 anggota perawat bagian IGD dan 24 anggota perawat bagian ICU. Instrumen yang digunakan adalah Skala Kelelahan Emosional yang berjumlah 17 item dengan reliabilitas 0,890 dan Skala Kepemimpinan Rendah Hati yang berjumlah 25 item dengan reliabilitas 0,972. Analisis data yang dilakukan menggunakan analisis deskriptif dan analisis regresi linear sederhana. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat pengaruh negatif dan signifikan variabel kepemimpinan rendah hati terhadap variabel kelelahan emosional. Variabel kepemimpinan rendah hati berkontribusi sebanyak 13,9% terhadap kelelahan emosional subjek. Dalam penelitian ini, 62% subjek menilai sifat kerendahan hati pemimpin sangat tinggi dan 88% subjek mengalami kelelahan emosional berada di tingkat sangat rendah.
Synthesis of Natural Zeolite/ZnO and its photodegradation activity on congo red
Authors: Utomo M. Pranjoto , Prodjosantoso A. K. , Budiasih Kun Sri , Yunita Isti , Triani Tisia Miftakhul , Rahmawati Vera Dwi Nur
Published: March 2024

Dyes are the most common compound used in the textile industry. Dyes consisted of azo compound that is difficult to be degraded. Undegradated azo compound, such as congo red, danger for the environment. An alternative effort to handle congo red waste must be conducted. Natural zeolite/ZnO is a material that can be used to degrade congo red to be simpler compound. Based on the analysis, the characters of natural zeolite/ZnO are hexagonal wurtzite structure, particle size 24.264 nm, band gap energy 2.96 eV. The highest degradation percentage in photodegradation activity of natural zeolite/ZnO on congo red is 99.41%.
Measuring the perceptions of prospective teachers: Planning technology-based learning during the Covid-19 pandemic
Authors: Sudaryanto Memet , Zainudin M.
Published: March 2024

Online learning planning presents unique challenges that aspiring teachers must prepare for. This study aims to identify potential teachers' perspectives on designing technology-based instruction. Competency dimensions were created based on the findings of focused group discussions (FGD) with teachers and lecturers, which resulted in aspects of social networking, managing digital identity, filtering, creating content, and reusing. Following the FGD, indicators of nine dimensions—pre-learning, opening planning, material mastery, learning models, learning resources, student involvement, assessment of processes and results, interaction mastery, and closing learning—were created. Samples were taken through simple random sampling of 250 prospective teachers in education study programs at Jenderal Soedirman University, Sebelas Maret University, IKIP PGRI Bojonegoro, PGRI University Yogyakarta, and Surabaya State University. From these competencies, construction testing through confirmatory factor analysis shows a chi-s Square of 1063.59 with df= 32 (required criteria for chi-s Square 2df), p-value 0.000 (required criteria ≥ 0.05), even though the Root value of the Mean Square Error of Approximation (RMSEA) has met the required criteria of ≤ 0.08, namely 0.072. Testing on the measurement model generated 32 items and nine indicators of prospective teachers' perceptions of planning technology-based learning. The four competencies of pre-learning, planning to open learning, and closing learning have the highest scale of abilities attained. The learning resources and media created by future teachers have the lowest aptitude.
Diversidad genética y estructura poblacional de ovinos criollos colombianos usando marcadores microsatélites
Authors: Ocampo Gallego Ricardo , Martínez Juan Felipe , Martinez Rodrigo Alfredo
Published: March 2024

La oveja juega un papel fundamental en los sistemas de producción alimentaria y con frecuencia es reconocida como un animal multipropósito capaz de potenciar la economía rural. Rusticidad, alta prolificidad y adaptabilidad le dan mucha popularidad a la crianza de esta especie de ganado. Sin embargo, debido al inadecuado manejo reproductivo en las poblaciones de ovinos criollos colombianos, se han aumentado los niveles de consanguinidad y por ende la pérdida de la productividad, lo que supone un riesgo para la conservación de los recursos genéticos colombianos
Cadena productiva ovino-caprina : anexo 5
Authors: Yepes Andrea , Garavito Heydi Carolina , Hidalgo Jenny Paola , García Gómez Gustavo
Published: March 2024

El presente capítulo da a conocer información básica del sector ovino y caprino, la demanda, exportaciones e importaciones y estrategias de la cadena en el contexto mundial y nacional, a fin de ayudar a impulsar la competitividad y mejorar su sostenibilidad. El fin de este documento es orientar los procesos de investigación generando alternativas para la consolidación de sistemas territoriales de innovación.
Departamento de Sucre : anexo 6
Authors: Campos C Wilson , Contreras Niño Uriel Humberto , Cadena Torres Jorge , Arias Robles Milena , Rincón N. Rubiela , Sánchez German , Zuluaga María Victoria , Cepeda Mónica
Published: March 2024

El presente documento se preparó con el fin de proveer información básica departamental sobre el desempeño sectorial, sus vínculos con la orientación de la ciencia, la tecnología y la innovación y las demandas del sector sobre conocimiento técnico para focalizar la inversión pública, articular capacidades, superar problemas productivos, mejorar la competitividad y aprovechar oportunidades de mercado en las cadenas productivas priorizadas. Esta información se consolidó a través del proceso de revisión y ajuste de la Agenda Dinámica Nacional de Investigación, Desarrollo Tecnológico e Innovación (Agenda I+D+i), como insumo para orientar las estrategias del PECTIA en el ámbitodepartamental.
Sex, physical activity, obesity, and hypercholesterolemia in millennial workers of X Corp, Jakarta, Indonesia, in 2023
Authors: Yusvita Fierdania , Nandra Nadya Shinta
Published: March 2024

Purpose: This study aims to analyze the relationship between sex and sedentary behavior and obesity and its impact on hypercholesterolemia in millennial generation workers at X Corp., Jakarta, Indonesia, in 2023.

Methods: This research is an observational analytic study conducted on 269 millennial workers at X Corp. The data collection used was the results of X Corp’s worker's medical check-ups. Data processing using the Chi-square test to see whether there’s a linkage between the research variables.

Results: From the tables, there is a correlation found between sex and obesity (p=0.001); there is no correlation found between physical activity (p=0.105) and smoking behavior (p=1.000). There is a correlation between obesity and hypercholesterolemia (p=0.004) in millennial workers at X Corp.

Conclusions: Unhealthy life behaviors can be a risk factor for health problems, including degenerative diseases, as millennial workers get older. Male workers are more at risk of being obese and having an impact on the emergence of hypercholesterolemia and the risk of diabetes mellitus if a healthy lifestyle is continuously neglected. It is suggested that the application of occupational health promotion at X Corp., Jakarta, Indonesia, can be further optimized.