bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Reconstrucción de un largo camino: del EZLN al CNI
Authors: De Santiago Ávalos Karina , Villalobos Ibarra Ana María , García Ríos Elías Iván
Published: January 2025

De Santiago Ávalos, Karina; Villalobos Ibarra, Ana María; García Ríos, Elías Iván. Reconstrucción de un largo camino: del EZLN al CNI. Primera parte. Este extenso trabajo, basado en una cuidadosa investigación documental y en una entrevista realizada a Rocío Moreno, miembro del Concejo Coca de Mezcala, Jalisco, se propone trazar un panorama general de la génesis, desarrollo y situación actual del movimiento indígena libertario que apareció públicamente el 1 de enero de 1994 como Ejército Zapatista de Liberación Nacional y que se expresó posteriormente en el Congreso Nacional Indígena y en el Concejo Indígena de Gobierno. En este número de Xipe totek presentamos la primera parte.
Network Marketing in the Company of HNI, Indonesia: A Juristic Analytical Study
Authors: Ismail Muhammad Azzam , Awang Abdul Bari , Mohd Yunus Saidatolakma
Published: January 2025

Network marketing is a modern transaction that did not exist during the era of the Messenger of Allah, (pbuh). It is one of the company’s methods of selling its products, as it relies on customers who are at the same time promoters and marketers of the company’s products but are not employees of the company itself. Contemporary scholars differ regarding the ruling on network marketing into three opinions: saying that it is absolutely prohibited; saying that it is absolutely permissible; and saying that there are details in it. Since the network marketing is a modern endeavor (ijtihād), the scope for innovation in it is open, and its ruling may change from one case to another. The moderate of these opinions is the opinion that says that there are details in it. The company HNI is one of the companies widespread among Muslims in Indonesia, and it is based on the network marketing system to sell its products. This company claims that it uses the permissible network marketing system. This research is about analyzing the application of the network marketing system in this company and knowing the extent to which it complies with the conditions for its permissibility set by scholars. One of the goals of writing this research is to make members of the Islamic community understand the conditions of permissibility and prohibition when dealing with the network marketing system. This study uses the inductive, descriptive, and analytical methods, as well as the field study. The researchers concluded that this company implemented most of the conditions set by scholars, but they discovered some suspicions in this company, including the presence of an element of gambling, usury, and deception. Among the researchers’ recommendations: this company should cancel the fee requirement at the time of subscribing to it.
CHILDREN FRIENDLY MASJID: A GLIMPSE ON JAMAAHâ€™S PERCEPTIONS TOWARDS CHILDREN AT MASJID
Authors: Abu Bakar Aniza
Published: January 2025

The role of the masjid was diverse during the era of the Prophet Muhammad SAW, and it continued for decades by his (SAW) companions and the following caliphs. The diverseness of masjid's role reflected the people that were being served by this institution and reflected the criteria of inclusiveness. As time goes by and as the government developed, various ministries were established. This establishment witnessed the taking over of various roles by masjid to thepeople by these ministries and their agencies. Thus, masjid seems to be seen as a sacred place to perform specific ibadah and that it should pose a tranquil environment to the effect that children may not be welcome as they are seen as the 'agent' that 'disrupt' the tranquillity and sacredness of masjid. This initial study is carried out to identify the public's perception towards the presence of children at the masjid. An online survey form was distributed via the social media that is the WhatsApp application to various groups established by the administration of Masjid Al Ridhuan, Hulu Kelang. Based on the response of 90 respondents, the result reveals the excellent level of acceptance of children at masjid among the jamaah. They also provided their opinion on the spaces where they felt would be suitable for children based on their age range. Children between the age of 7 to 9 years old seemed to be well accepted in the main prayer hall while the rest are perceived to be more suitable to be at other sub-spaces of the masjid.
Assessment of income and standard of living of the population in the Russian Federation
Authors: Minakov Andrei Vladimirovich , Ivanova Liudmila Nikolaevna
Published: January 2025

Nowadays Russian economy remains under the negative impact of external shocks, so it is important to study the dynamics of income and living standards of the society and to find out actual problems. The purpose of the study is identifying current trends in changes in income and living standards of the society in Russia. Were studied several indicators characterizing the volume, dynamics and structure of population income by sources, per capita income of the population and its purchasing power, income inequality and the severity of the poverty problem in Russia. Also were made several recommendations to increase income and living standards in Russian society in the context of achieving national development goals until 2030.
Homeopathic treatment of a canine abscess
Authors: Valle Ana Catarina Viana , Valle Maria Luiza Viana
Published: January 2025

Salivary gland abscesses in dogs are relatively common and often result from bacterial infections secondary to trauma or insect bites.  Conventional treatment typically involves antibiotics and surgical drainage, which can be quite invasive and are often associated with frequent recurrence. However, there is growing interest in integrative therapies, including homeopathy, as less invasive approaches aiming to achieve definitive remission of clinical signs and reduce recurrence in specific cases. This study evaluated the effect of a homeopathic protocol, including Hepar sulphur and Silicea, on a dog diagnosed with a salivary gland abscess. The results demonstrated a significant reduction in lesion size and pain, with no notable adverse effects, suggesting that homeopathy may serve as an effective alternative or complement to conventional treatment.
Fermat's Last Theorem and the Golden Mean
Authors: Dela Cruz Chris , Fitzsimmons Frey Leif , Luu Tom
Published: January 2025

We attempt to find solutions to the Diophantine equations from Fermat's Last Theorem in the ring Z[tau], where tau is the golden mean. We begin with the case when n=3 and create an algorithm to generate solutions to the equation. Out of these solutions, we have found only four to be primitive. Also, we attempt to find solutions under higher powers greater than three but have not found any solutions in such cases. The algorithm and solutions themselves are all provided in the paper.
Purulent-Necrotic Complications After Amputation of The Lower Extremities: Issues of Treatment and Prevention
Authors: Alisher Oripovich Okhunov
Published: January 2025

Transfemoral amputation of a limb performed by a patient with obliterating atherosclerosis with irreversible ischemia is a difficult, traumatic operation and is accompanied by high mortality. High mortality after amputation of a limb at the hip level is associated with the severity of the general condition of patients and complications of the postoperative period. As our studies have shown, the most common complication after limb amputation is an infection of the femoral stump wound, its development is directly related to metabolic disorders in patients, a decrease in the immune status, ischemia of the stump tissues and foci of secondary infection. The clinical picture of infection of the femoral stump wound is variable. It depends, first, on the patient's general condition, the process's spread, the trophism of the stump tissues, and the nature of the microflora. Improving the treatment results of patients who have undergone limb amputation is possible by performing all the necessary preventive measures regarding ischemia and stump infection in the prescribed volume and the development of infectious complications, as well as treatment by the requirements of modern purulent surgery.
Immediate Head and Neck Reconstruction Trough Pectoral Major Muscle Flap After a Huge Squamous Oncological Resection
Authors: Ricciardi V Juan
Published: January 2025

The pectoralis major myocutaneous flap (PMMF) has long been considered one of the main flaps for reconstructing defects of substance of the face and neck. PMMF is nowadays increasingly neglected in the face of the rapid growth of free flaps, especially in developed countries. However, it remains of significant use in developing countries.

Objective: Report an immediate head and neck reconstruction trough pectoral major muscle flap as a solution after a huge head and neck squamous oncological resection.

Clinical Case: 56 years old male with a block oncologic resection that includes cigomatic arch and body + negative intraoperative frozen cut + modified radical neck lymph dissection and, on a second time immediate reconstruction by the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery service through a left Myocutaneos pectoralis major flap + ipsilateral rotation scalp flap + muscle temporalis left flap and a VY advancement flap.

Discusion And Conclusion:Myocutaneous flaps revolutionized the reconstruction of defects in head and neck oncological reconstruction. The pedicled pectoralis major flap is still harvested and mainly indicated for reconstruction in the polymorbid patient. Even with the develop and outcomes of the free flaps and the microsurgery has the gold standard in head and neck reconstruction, the pectoral major myocutaneous flap still maintain as one of the “battlehorse” in reconstructive surgery.
Análisis de los procesos internos de aseguramiento de calidad en programas a distancia para el fortalecimiento de carreras: gestión y prácticas en dos universidades privadas chilenas
Authors: Marcial Diego , Villalobos Lara Raquel Elizabeth
Published: January 2025

Introducción: La pandemia obligó a la educación superior en Chile a adoptar rápidamente plataformas digitales y capacitar a su personal docente y administrativo, lo que dejó en evidencia múltiples desafíos. En este contexto emergente surge el cuestionameinto respecto al aseguramiento de la calidad de las instituciones superiores en Chile que ofrecen programas a distancia. Metodología: Para la presente investigación se utilizó una metodología fenomenológica-hermenéutica desde un enfoque cualitativo. Se seleccionaron dos universidades chilenas con programas online en las regiones Metropolitana. Los participantes fueron informantes quienes cumplen funciones como profesores, gestores y/o directivos. Resultados: Los principales hallazgos destacan la necesidad de mejorar las competencias digitales, la infraestructura tecnológica la flexibilidad y la personalización en los programas educativos a distancia en pro de la calidad en la educación online. Discusión: Además, se enfatiza la necesidad de formación continua y de estrategias flexibles y personalizadas para la educación a distancia. Conclusiones: En conclusión, este estudio contribuye al campo de la educación a distancia, proporcionando una base teórica sólida y recomendaciones prácticas para mejorar la calidad y eficacia de los programas online en el contexto universitario chileno.
Neuroeducación en la resolución de problemas verbales, funciones ejecutivas y comprensión lectora: revisión sistemática exploratoria
Authors: Moreno Rus Aida , Ventura-Campos Noelia , Ventura Campos Mercedes
Published: January 2025

Introducción: La resolución de problemas verbales es una habilidad esencial en la educación matemática. Esta revisión exploratoria busca entender cómo las funciones ejecutivas y la comprensión lectora influyen en la resolución de problemas verbales, y qué áreas cerebrales están involucradas. Metodología: Siguiendo el método PRISMA-ScR, se realizaron búsquedas en las bases de datos WOS, Scopus y Pubmed, centradas en la asociación entre funciones ejecutivas, comprensión lectora y resolución de problemas verbales, matemáticos, y revisiones de las áreas cerebrales implicadas. Se analizaron ocho artículos de 62 seleccionados, con 1912 participantes entre ocho y 13 años. Resultados: Los resultados indican una relación entre la comprensión lectora y las funciones ejecutivas en la resolución de problemas verbales. El análisis de las áreas cerebrales involucradas sugiere la existencia de una red fronto-cingulo-parietal, incluyendo el giro temporal superior izquierdo, activada ante una alta demanda cognitiva. Discusión: La revisión muestra cómo una buena comprensión lectora, influenciada por las funciones ejecutivas, mejora la resolución de problemas verbales. Se subraya la necesidad de una mayor investigación en neuroeducación para estudiar las áreas cerebrales implicadas en esta competencia. Conclusiones: Las intervenciones educativas deberían ir alineadas al nivel de desarrollo de las funciones ejecutivas y de comprensión lectora del alumnado.
Brand equity in higher education: Challenges and possible strategies for Spanish public universities
Authors: Casanoves-Boix Javier , Pérez-Sánchez Mónica , Lorente-Ayala José Miguel
Published: January 2025

Introduction: This research was conducted to examine the role of brand equity applied to public universities. For this purpose, the main contributions of the literature related to the study were analysed in order to identify the variables that determine brand equity in the higher education sector. Methodology: An empirical study was carried out using a valid sample of 1.246 responses from three stakeholders (353 lecturers, 256 service staff and 658 students) belonging to two public universities in Valencia (Spain). SPPS v.19 and EQS 6.2 were used as working tools. Results and discussion: The results show the impact of each variable of brand equity, namely: brand awareness, brand image, perceived quality and brand loyalty. Differences in perception between internal and external stakeholders are also shown. Conclusions: This research can help university managers by unravelling the key opinions of their staff and students about university brand equity, and especially about brand image, in order to develop appropriate strategies to maintain or improve it.
PRÁTICAS LETRADAS DIGITAIS NO ENSINO DE ESPANHOL COMO LÍNGUA ESTRANGEIRA: ATIVIDADES PARA AULAS DO ENSINO MÉDIO
Authors: SANTOS MATHEUS PINHEIRO DOS , SILVA GIRLENE MOREIRA DA , SÁNCHEZ-FORTÚN JOSÉ MANUEL DE AMO
Published: January 2025

Este artigo origina-se de uma pesquisa que focou sua atenção na compreensão e análise dos processos de participação de jovens brasileiros do Nordeste nos diferentes espaços de afinidade vinculados às práticas letradas em espanhol. Para tanto, optou-se por uma pesquisa qualitativa, etnográfica virtual, onde foram selecionados vários cenários de interação em rede. O conjunto de dados recolhidos permitiu estabelecer um modelo abrangente do fenómeno estudado com base na codificação e categorização efectuada no Atlas.ti. Entre as conclusões, destaca-se a relevância da plataforma fanfic Spirit como espaço motivador e com potencial formativo na aprendizagem do espanhol como língua estrangeira. A pesquisa permitiu corroborar com as práticas dos professores de língua espanhola, permitindo um amplo leque de possibilidades de atividades a serem desenvolvidas nas aulas de espanhol como língua estrangeira.
Contrast-Induced Encephalopathy Mimicking Stroke after Cardiac Catheterization: A Case Report
Authors: Uppal H. , Quinlan M. , Quinlan J. , Abdelhak T.
Published: January 2025

An 84-year-old woman with hypertension and chronic kidney disease had a non-ST segment elevation myocardial infarction. After undergoing successful cardiac catheterization and stent placement, she developed left-sided weakness from contrast-induced encephalopathy, which is often confused
with stroke. Management involved avoiding further contrast exposure, opting for MRA and MRV, and treatment with IV hydration and steroids. This case emphasizes the importance of careful imaging choices in managing contrast-induced encephalopathy to prevent additional neurologic damage.
The Inner Ear: A Primer for Radiologists, Part 1: Anatomy, Physiology, and Intrinsic Abnormalities of the Otic Capsule
Authors: Zamora E. , Zamora C.
Published: January 2025

This article is the first part of a 2-part series on imaging of the inner ear. It will review the normal anatomy, embryology, and intrinsic abnormalities of the otic capsule. The inner ear, comprising the osseous and membranous labyrinths, is a complex anatomic region with structures
of high functional relevance. Disorders of the inner ear can consequently lead to disability and can encompass a wide range of etiologies, such as congenital anomalies, trauma, inflammation, and neoplastic conditions, which will be discussed in Part 2. These disorders can manifest as conductive
and/or sensorineural hearing loss, as well as other nonspecific clinical manifestations such as vertigo or tinnitus. Given its deep location within the temporal bone and often nonspecific clinical manifestations, imaging is indispensable in the diagnostic work-up and treatment management of
the inner ear. An in-depth comprehension of relevant anatomy and basic embryology provides a foundation for understanding the pathophysiologic mechanisms of diseases that can affect the inner ear.Learning Objective: After reading this article, the learner will be able to describe the anatomy
and basic embryology of the inner ear, recognize intrinsic abnormalities of the otic capsule, and evaluate the role of imaging in diagnosing and managing inner ear disorders.
Community Economic Empowerment Through Processing Water Hyacinth Into A Variety Of Crafts In An Effort To Support The Save Maninjau Program
Authors: Armiati* Armiati , Rahmidani Rose , Irawan Indra , Susanti Dessi , Arita Sri
Published: January 2025

This community service activity aims to: 1) Provide training on how to produce water hyacinth into various kinds of craft products; 2) Provide training on digital marketing; and 3) Provide training on financial management. The series of training activities took place from August to October 2023. This activity began with an initial coordination meeting to prepare for the implementation of PKM activities with Partners in August 2023, followed by the implementation of training. The partners for this activity are the Sadama Group and the Aua Sarumpun Group with a total of 20 participants. The method used is community development through lectures, discussions, questions and answers, practice and mentoring to provide knowledge and skills in craft making, understanding of digital marketing and financial management. Partners also received assistance from water hyacinth drying machines, press machines and sewing machines. Apart from that, partners also created packaging designs, logo and Instagram designs. The results of this service are important for participants to be able to improve product quality and marketing and financial management of partners.
PENGARUH PENDIDIKAN, PDRB DAN TIPE PEMERINTAH TERHADAP KEMISKINAN
Authors: Rosdiyanto Wildan Aryaputra , Sukartini Ni Made
Published: January 2025

Kemiskinan di Indonesia, termasuk di Provinsi Jawa Timur, terus mengalami penurunan secara bertahap. Namun, ketimpangan kemiskinan antar wilayah, terutama antara perkotaan dan pedesaan, masih menjadi masalah serius. Perbedaan akses terhadap pendidikan, layanan publik, dan peluang ekonomi berkontribusi pada ketimpangan ini. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaruh pendidikan, PDRB, dan tipe pemerintahan terhadap kemiskinan di Provinsi Jawa Timur, dengan menggunakan data sekunder dari Badan Pusat Statistik (BPS) Provinsi Jawa Timur. Data mencakup 29 kabupaten dan 9 kota pada tahun 2022. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pendidikan berpengaruh negatif dan signifikan terhadap kemiskinan. Sebaliknya, variabel PDRB dan tipe pemerintahan ditemukan berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap kemiskinan. Hasil ini menunjukkan bahwa meskipun PDRB meningkat, distribusi manfaat pertumbuhan ekonomi masih belum merata, sehingga kelompok masyarakat miskin tidak sepenuhnya merasakan dampaknya. Selain itu, tata kelola pemerintahan yang belum optimal dalam merancang dan melaksanakan program pengentasan kemiskinan juga berkontribusi pada ketimpangan yang ada.
DISPLIN KERJA, LINGKUNGAN KERJA BUDAYA ORGANISASI DAN PENGARUHNYA PADA KINERJA KARYAWAN RSD KRMT WONGSONEGORO
Authors: ArRasyid Amar Rifyald , Febriana Artha
Published: January 2025

Dalam penelitian yang dilakukan memiliki tujuan guna mengevaluasi pengaruh kedisiplinan kerja, lingkungan kerja, serta budaya organisasi pada kinerja karyawan di RSUD K.R.M.T Wongsonegoro, Kota Semarang. Metode pendekatan kuantitatif diterapkan dalam penelitian melalui survei sebagai teknik pengumpulan data. Responden penelitian melibatkan 70 Perawat di unit rawat inap yang dipilih secara purposif. Analisis data dilaksanakan memakai metode regresi.linier berganda. Penelitian yang telah dilakukan memperlihatkan hasil bahwasannya budaya organisasi serta lingkungan kerja mempunyai pengaruh positif signifikan pada kinerja karyawan. Sebaliknya, kedisiplinan kerja tidak mempunyai  pengaruh secara signifikan. Pengkajian ini memberikan  rekomendasi bagi pihak rumah sakit guna  memaksimalkan  kinerja karyawan melewati pengelolaan lingkungan kerja yang lebih kondusif dan penguatan budaya organisasi yang relevan.
PENGARUH EMPLOYEE EFFORT, SERVICE QUALITY, SERVICESCAPE TERHADAP CUSTOMER DELIGHT
Authors: Andriani Evana , Hana Khusnul Luthfi , Khanifah Aulia Nurul , Astutik Mareta Diah Ayu , Yurianto Mohammad Rizki
Published: January 2025

Tujuan dari penelitian ini untuk mengevaluasi dampak employee effort, kualitas layanan (service quality), dan lingkungan layanan (servicescape) terhadap customer delight, dengan studi kasus pada restoran cepat saji di Kota Kudus. Penelitian yang dilakukan ini mengaplikasikan pendekatan analisis regresi linier berganda dengan didukung perangkat lunak SPSS dalam versi 25. Sebanyak 156 responden dijadikan sampel penelitian, yang diperoleh melalui metode purposive sampling. Dari hasil uji T, ditemukan bahwa variabel upaya karyawan (employee effort) memiliki tingkat signifikansi sebesar 0,568, sedangkan kualitas layanan (service quality) dan lingkungan layanan (servicescape) menunjukkan hasil tingkat signifikansi yaitu 0,000. Dari hasil temuan, disimpulkan bahwa employee effort secara individual tidak berpengaruh terhadap customer delight, sedangkan service quality dan servicescape secara individual memiliki pengaruh signifikan terhadap customer delight. Untuk penelitian selanjutnya, disarankan agar cakupan studi diperluas ke wilayah lain atau jenis restoran yang berbeda guna menguji generalisasi temuan ini. Selain itu, peneliti dapat mempertimbangkan penambahan variabel lain untuk memperoleh pemahaman menyeluruh mengenai faktor-faktor yang dapat memberikan pengaruh customer delight dalam industri ini.
Art for Healing: Fostering Creativity and Compassion in Medical Education
Authors: Emara Salma
Published: January 2025

A physician's career is shaped by a need for constant learning and adapting to the world around them. Similarly, the medical school curriculum is ever evolving in order to train and shape medical students into the best physicians they can become. In recent years, the search has shifted to a need for the well-rounded physician: one not only with medical competency, but also skills of effective communication, interpersonal skills, problem solving skills, critical thinking skills, emotional intelligence, and empathy. Although the visual arts has been used as a teaching tool throughout centuries, it still has not officially become part of medical education. To explore how the implementation of visual arts into the medical school curriculum can aid in medical student’s development as physicians by improving their observational skills, analytical skills in clinical environments, critical thinking, creativity, emotional intelligence, and empathy. A structured analysis of current literature was performed to understand the relationship between visual arts and its uses on enhancing medical school education. This literature review used PubMed, NCBI, and ScienceDirect as primary databases. Search terms included: visual art and medical education; medical curriculum; fine art; medical humanities; and visual thinking strategies. Additional terms were included as needed. Studies showed that implementation of visual art into medical student’s training was found to improve their observational skills in clinically purposeful ways in medical schools. Studies also showed that the use of visual art helped build students’ visual literacy skills. Implementing visual art into the medical school curriculum has the potential to be a great tool in training the next generation of well-rounded physicians. Upon further research and application into current medical schools curricula, incorporating the visual arts into medical education can become an established and essential component of the training of a physician.
Digital ideology: towards the problem of Definition
Authors:   Saratov State University, Suslov Ivan V. ,   Saratov State Law Academy, Tikhonova Sophia V. ,   Saratov State University,   South Ural State University
Published: January 2025

The article is devoted to the problem of defining digital ideology. The authors proceed from the hypothesis that the transition of social develop-ment to the digital stage is equivalent to the for-mation of the specifics of a special type of society, which is characterized by a special form of ideolo-gy. The definition of this form assumes reliance on its substantive features. Virtual ideology, which at the beginning of this century was interpreted as the ideology of cyberspace, is losing its position with the democratization of the Internet and can no longer act as a material for generalization. Therefore, the authors turn to the analysis of the current use of the concept of "digital ideology" in the scientific literature of recent years and identi-fy three semantic groups. In the first group, digital ideology is understood as the doctrine of building a digital society. The second is the network forms of the spread of extremist ideologies that oppose the state as such in the context of the revolution-ary struggle, or against a specific national state in the context of a geopolitical confrontation. The third group focuses on the digitalization of the processes of ideologization and its consequences. The authors conclude that the research of the third semantic group is closer to their goal and formulate their definition of digital ideology, start-ing from the role of digital technologies in modern processes of ideologization, taking into account the current stage of social development and relying on the meaningful transformation of ideological processes in the context of the massization of social networks. The resulting definition can be used in both social and political philosophy as reflecting the realities of a digital society.
The concept of buen vivir as a conglomerate of ecophilosophical worldview ideas of the indigenous peoples of Latin America
Authors:   Donetsk State Pedagogical University named after V. Shatalov, Rochnyak Elena V.
Published: January 2025

The article mentions examples of significant changes in the legislative practices of Latin American countries as the beginning of the process of interaction between people and nature on the basis of equality and justice. The article considers the content of the concept of buen vivir as a quintessence of the traditional worldview of the autochthonous population of South America. The world interest to these eco-oriented ideas is explained by the vision in them of an alternative way of development of modern mankind with a radical departure from developmentalism and consumerism to the harmonization of relations within the basic triad “man − society – nature”. A number of works by the Uruguayan philosopher Eduardo Gudinas Silinskas on this issue are considered, and his thoughts on the specifics of understanding the term buen vivir in Bolivia and Ecuador are given. It is concluded that the concept of buen vivir, being archaic in origin, is at the same time characterized by relevance and ultramodernity, representing not a formal reference to the past of indigenous peoples, but a well-thought-out practical strategy for moving towards an ecophilic future.
A new approach in vocational rehabilitation in Iceland: Preliminary
report
Authors: Siggeirsdóttir Kristín , Alfreðsdóttir Unnur , Einarsdóttir Guðrún , Jónsson Brynjólfur Y.
Published: January 2025

The lack of vocational rehabilitation in Iceland inspired the Janus
Rehabilitation initiative in the year 2000. The team currently consists of
two occupational therapists, a social worker, a physiotherapist, a
psychologist, and a physician. Janus uses resources from local education
establishments and is located at the Reykjavík Technical School. A
client-centred approach is used, enabling a flexible rehabilitation
timeframe. The aim is to help the client back to employment/education.
Advantage is taken of the facilities of the school where integration between
education and rehabilitation takes place.

Forty individuals have been admitted, with a mean time from work of 2.9
years, (range: 0–11 years). Seventeen (43%) have returned to
employment/education. Twenty-three of those entering the programme are still
on invalidity pension. The Canadian Occupational Performance Measurement
(COPM) shows improvement in occupational performance and satisfaction. The
Icelandic Quality of Life measurement also shows improvement. The results
have been promising. However, a larger group is needed in order to draw
clear unequivocal conclusions.
Ergonomic factors and production target evaluation in eucalyptus timber
harvesting operations in mountainous terrains
Authors: de Souza Amaury Paulo , Minette Luciano José , Sanches André Luis Petean , da Silva EmíLia Pio , Rodrigues Valéria Antônia Justino , de Oliveira Luciana Aparecida
Published: January 2025

There are several forest operations involved in Eucalyptus timber
harvesting. This study was carried out during brush-cutting; tree felling,
bucking, delimbing, piling and manual extraction operations, with the
following objectives: a) analyzing, ergonomically, two systems of
brush-cutting: one manual and the other semi-mechanized, using two different
machines; b) ergonomically evaluating three different brands of pruner
machines used in delimbing felled trees. c) determining the feasible target
of productivity as a function of ergonomic factors relevant to establish the
time of resting pauses for workers in manual and semi-mechanized timber
harvesting systems in mountainous terrain. Brush-cutting, either manual or
semimechanized, is an activity carried out prior to timber harvesting. It is
usually a hard work, with low productivity when compared with mechanized
systems. Pruner machines have been used by forest companies, due to the
great possibilities to improve productivity, quality and the health of
workers. Ergonomics is a discipline that promotes the adequacy of work to
the physical and mental characteristics of human beings, seeking to design
production systems and products considering relevant aspects, including
social, organizational and environmental factors. Companies should consider
the ergonomic factor in the determination of daily worker production
targets.
Ergonomic evaluation of the preparation of cuttings and minicuttings for
eucalyptus seedling production, with the use of scissors
Authors: Cunha Eduarda Gabriela Santos , de Souza Amaury Paulo , Minette Luciano José
Published: January 2025

This study was conducted in a nursery for eucalyptus seedling
production in a forest Company, located in the southern state of Bahia,
Brazil. It aimed to evaluate the ergonomic conditions of the preparation of
cuttings and mini-cuttings with scissors for Eucalyptus seedling production
to increase well-being, satisfaction and safety and minimizing the
occurrence of occupational diseases, also improving the process efficiency
and final product quality. Environmental conditions, levels of noise,
postures, RSI risk and physical workload were assessed. The environmental
conditions complied with the recommended norms, except at certain times of
day, when workers should make compensation breaks. The workers that collect
minicuttings presented postures classified as normal by OWAS. On the other
hand, the posture of workers dealing with cutting preparation requires
corrections in a short run. The workers were subjected to moderate RSI risk
due to the high degree of repeatability found. The physical workload was
classified as mild, with no need for ergonomic interventions.
Preface
Authors: Jacobs Karen
Published: January 2025

WORK: A Journal of Prevention, Asssessment & Rehabilitation is
honored to publish as a supplement, the Proceedings for the 18th Triennial
International Ergonomics Association's (IEA) Congress. The theme of the
Congress was Designing a Sustainable Future. We must all make a commitment
to help design a sustainable future. As described on the Congress website;

“As a discipline which is involved in the designing of the interactions
among humans and other elements of a system, ergonomics must consider
“sustainability” as a key aspect in optimizing resources to improve human
well-being and overall system performance. So, one of the major challenges
in the field of ergonomics for the 21st Century will be the design and
management of systems that satisfy custom demands in terms of the
requirements for human compatibility and at the same time consider
sustainability” (www.iea2012.org).

The Congress papers contained in this supplement are a global snap shot
of the science-driven and evidence based research and scholarly work being
conducted by practitioners, scientists, researchers, academicians, and
students. All papers are indexed with DOI numbers so they can be easily
accessed and will add to the growing body of evidence in ergonomics.

It has been my pleasure to be part of the IEA's Executive Committee and
the Organizing Committee of this Congress during Dr. Andy Imada's term as
President. Andy, thank you for your leadership. Congratulations to Professor
Marcelo M. Soares, the Congress Chair, the Congress Organizing Committee,
the IEA, the Brazilian Ergonomics Association and the Union of
Latin-American Ergonomics Societies on a successful Congress.

With much admiration,

Karen Jacobs
Poisson Network SIR Epidemic Model
Authors: Wairimu Josephine K. , Gothard Andrew , Rempala Grzegorz A.
Published: January 2025

We extend the classical Susceptible-Infected-Recovered (SIR) model to a network-based framework where the degree distribution of nodes follows a Poisson distribution. This extension incorporates an additional parameter representing the mean node degree, allowing for the inclusion of heterogeneity in contact patterns. Using this enhanced model, we analyze epidemic data from the 2018-20 Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, employing a survival approach combined with the Hamiltonian Monte Carlo method. Our results suggest that network-based models can more effectively capture the heterogeneity of epidemic dynamics compared to traditional compartmental models, without introducing unduly overcomplicated compartmental framework.
Legal and Traditional Construction in Wedding Ceremonies: A Sociological Legal Perspective
Authors: Muslim Dendi Ramdani , Rizkia Nabila Subur , Ahmad Beni
Published: January 2025

Ideally, the construction of formal law and customary traditions in marriage ceremonies should mutually support and accommodate the cultural values of the community. Formal law is expected to provide universal legal certainty, while customary traditions function as social regulators that reflect local identities and values. However, in reality, there is often a misalignment between these two legal systems, which can lead to conflicts and tensions, especially when customary law contradicts national legal provisions. This misalignment presents a significant challenge in creating harmony between formal law and customary traditions, particularly in the context of customary marriages. The purpose of this research is to examine the interaction between the construction of formal law and customary traditions in marriage ceremonies and to identify the challenges that arise from the fundamental differences between the two. The research concludes that despite the gap between formal law and customary traditions, efforts to bridge the two through cultural dialogue and the recognition of customary law can create an inclusive and just legal system. An integrative approach is needed that involves indigenous communities in the legislative process to ensure that the law applied is not only legally relevant but also socially and culturally appropriate.
YOUTUBE- ASSISTED CCUI: A METHOD TO ENHANCE STUDENTS’ SOCIAL CRITICAL THINKING IN SOCIOLINGUISTIC STUDIES
Authors: Sulistyahadi  , Rosiana Caltira
Published: January 2025

CCUI is a college learning approach designed to develop deep conceptual and critical social understanding. This approach not only improves academic achievement but also shapes analytical and critical thinking skills, preparing students to face real-world challenges. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of Critical-Conceptual Understanding Instruction (CCUI) in improving students' critical thinking skills in learning sociolinguistics. The quasi-experimental research study was conducted on English language education students who took sociolinguistics course. Data were collected using questionnaires, tests, and documentation, with parametric analysis used for data processing. Various activities were implemented to stimulate understanding, critical thinking process and learning outcomes of sociolinguistics by using YouTube as a learning tool. The results of observations, questionnaires, and tests showed that students' understanding of sociolinguistic material improved after the application of CCUI. The mean score of the pretest in the experimental class was 38.06, which increased experiment was 38.06, which increased to 82.06 in the post-test. Although some students made mistakes in answering the questions, their overall understanding showed a significant improvement. Students' social critical thinking skills were evident from their responses and ideas during the learning process, as well as from the comparison between pretest and post-test scores. Based on the analysis of the test results of learning outcomes, learning completeness, student activities, and critical thinking development, CCUI in sociolinguistic learning using YouTube effectively improves students' critical thinking skills.
Understanding the Impact of Text Analytics on Social Media Sentiment Analysis
Authors: Patel Dip Bharatbhai
Published: January 2025

Social media sentiment analysis has emerged as a powerful tool for understanding public opinion, influencing marketing strategies, and shaping decision-making in various industries. The integration of text analytics into this domain has significantly enhanced the ability to process and analyze vast amounts of unstructured data from platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. This paper explores the transformative impact of text analytics on social media sentiment analysis by examining methodologies, tools, and real-world applications. We delve into natural language processing (NLP) techniques, machine learning models, and their integration into automated sentiment analysis systems. The discussion also highlights key challenges, including language ambiguity, cultural context, and data volume, and proposes solutions to overcome these issues. Furthermore, the study underscores the role of sentiment analysis in industries such as marketing, politics, and customer service. By showcasing the potential of text analytics to derive actionable insights from social media data, this paper aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of its capabilities and limitations. Future directions for research and technological advancements in this field are also discussed, paving the way for more accurate and scalable sentiment analysis solutions.
The Future of AI in Governance: Building Self-Adapting GRC Systems
Authors: Naresh Kumar Methuku
Published: January 2025

The potential of artificial intelligence to revolutionize the creation of self-adapting Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) systems is explored in this article. It discusses how organizations are transitioning from traditional, manual GRC processes to sophisticated AI-driven solutions that can autonomously adapt to evolving regulatory landscapes. The article illustrates how reinforcement learning, adaptive algorithms, and neural networks reshape GRC practices by examining current implementation challenges, technological foundations, and future opportunities. It also discusses critical implementation factors across technological, regulatory, and organizational aspects while highlighting real-world applications in intelligent policymaking, predictive risk management, and ongoing compliance monitoring. The article addresses future developments in GRC technology, such as enhanced ecosystem creation, advanced analytics, and integration capabilities. Analyzing prospects and challenges provides valuable insights for companies implementing self-adapting GRC systems while maintaining robust governance frameworks.
Decreasing Financial Imbalances or Distorting Competition? Examining the Effects of the 50plus1-Rule in German Football
Authors: Budzinski Oliver , Kunz-Kaltenhäuser Philipp
Published: January 2025

The 50plus1-rule in German football is a controversially discussed institutional change that regulates investment behavior of professional football teams. This paper provides an empirical analysis of its effects. We gathered panel data on 47 teams in the German Major League Football (“Erste Bundesliga”) from the seasons 1989/90 until 2018/19. This paper applies a difference-in-difference approach to examine investment behavior in budgets as well as sporting success between impacted competitors and those exempted from the rule. Our results do not suggest any equalizing properties of the regulation. By contrast, we find anticompetitive effects and distorting properties of the regulation.
ІННОВАЦІЙНЕ УПРАВЛІННЯ ВИРОБНИЧО-КОМЕРЦІЙНОЮ ДІЯЛЬНІСТЮ ЯК ЧИННИК ЗАБЕЗПЕЧЕННЯ КОНКУРЕНТОСПРОМОЖНОСТІ ПІДПРИЄМСТВА ЗА УМОВ ТОТАЛЬНОЇ ЦИФРОВІЗАЦІЇ
Authors: Причепа Ірина , Лесько Олександр , Кавецький Вячеслав
Published: January 2025

У статті досліджено інноваційне управління виробничо-комерційною діяльністю як пріоритетний чинник забезпечення конкурентоспроможності підприємства за умов тотальної цифровізації. Обґрунтовано необхідність системного підходу до прийняття рішень та охарактеризовано роль інновацій в управлінні. Проаналізовано суть понять «інноваційне управління» та «інноваційний менеджмент», розглянуто відмінності між ними та їх роль у сучасному управлінні підприємствами. Проведено порівняльний аналіз понять «управління інноваціями», «інноваційне управління» та «управлінські інновації». Розглянуто переваги та основні принципи інноваційного управління. Охарактеризовано основні цифрові технології як невід'ємну частину сучасного управління виробничо-комерційною діяльністю та досліджено їх вплив на підвищення конкурентоспроможності підприємства в цілому. Розглянуто основні переваги інноваційного управління, що засноване на штучному інтелекті, аналітиці великих даних, мобільних та інших цифрових технологіях.
ЦИФРОВА ТРАНСФОРМАЦІЯ УНІВЕРСИТЕТІВ: ІНТЕЛЕКТУАЛЬНІ АГЕНТИ НА ОСНОВІ LOW-CODE ТЕХНОЛОГІЙ
Authors: Гужва Володимир
Published: January 2025

Застосування low-code платформ та програмних агентів у процесі цифрової трансформації університетів створює значні можливості для вдосконалення освітніх та адміністративних процесів, покращення менеджменту ресурсів та створення ефективного освітнього простору. Практичний досвід впровадження таких технологій демонструє їх важливість та потенціал для сектору вищої освіти. Проте імплементація цих інноваційних рішень стикається з низкою викликів, включаючи залежність від постачальників платформ, лімітовані можливості кастомізації та проблеми, пов'язані з безпекою й інтеграцією в наявні інформаційні системи. Успішне вирішення цих завдань потребує комплексного стратегічного планування та залучення досвідчених фахівців для обслуговування й розвитку впроваджених технологій. Використання low-code рішень та розроблених на їх основі програмних агентів допомагає університетам зміцнювати свої конкурентні позиції та відповідати вимогам сучасного цифрового середовища. Продовження досліджень у цьому напрямку відкриє додаткові можливості для модернізації освітнього процесу та вдосконалення системи управління в закладах вищої освіти.
Análise da relação entre classe social autorreportada e percepção de corrupção no Brasil
Authors:   Universidade Federal de Viçosa (UFV), Barreto Junior Bruno Viana , Camargos Teixeira Evandro ,   Professor Associado II/UFV
Published: January 2025

Atualmente, a corrupção é um dos fenômenos mais discutidos por diversas Ciências, particularmente em função de seus impactos no processo de desenvolvimento econômico dos países. Dada sua relevância, diversos fatores socioeconômicos têm sido relacionados a corrupção nos estudos realizados, sendo um deles o nível de renda, que pode ser representado pelas classes socioeconômicas dos países. Assim, o presente estudo tem como objetivo analisar a relação entre classe social autorreportada e percepção de corrupção no Brasil. Para tal, são utilizados dados da World Values Survey (WVS) em sua 7ª onda, relativos ao ano de 2018 e estimação de um modelo econométrico Probit. Os resultados apontam que a classe média brasileira possui proeminência em termos de percepção da corrupção em relação às demais classes sociais do país. Esse resultado pode ser explicado por fatores histórico-culturais do país, além da possível perda relativa de poder aquisitivo da classe média no período da pesquisa.
Inovação e empreendedorismo no ensino superior: competências empreendedoras dos docentes no ensino, na pesquisa e na extensão
Authors:   Universidade Federal de Roraima, Mota da Silva Karine , da Silva Santiago Cibelle ,   Universidade Federal da Paraíba, de Sena Moura Maria do Céu ,   Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Alves da Silva Maria Ivone ,   Universidade Federal de Roraima
Published: January 2025

Este estudo analisou as competências empreendedoras manifestadas por docentes do Curso de Secretariado Executivo da Universidade Federal de Roraima (UFRR) nas áreas de ensino, pesquisa e extensão. Com uma abordagem indutiva e qualitativa, a pesquisa foi de caráter exploratório e utilizou entrevistas síncronas via Google Meet, com um roteiro semiestruturado aplicado a 12 docentes, dos quais 8 participaram. Os resultados mostram que os docentes buscam aplicar competências empreendedoras em sua prática de ensino, destacando capacidade de reinvenção, proatividade, compromisso, visão organizacional, disciplina, criatividade, capacidade analítica, mente aberta e responsabilidade. No ensino, essas competências se relacionam com a organização e planejamento das aulas, a criação de redes e o uso de metodologias ativas. Na pesquisa e extensão, os docentes enfrentaram dificuldades para reconhecer e aplicar competências empreendedoras em suas práticas, revelando limitações na identificação de atitudes empreendedoras em projetos de pesquisa e extensão. Conclui-se que, embora o ensino se beneficie de uma abordagem empreendedora, há uma lacuna no desenvolvimento e aplicação dessas competências nas atividades de pesquisa e extensão.