bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Uloga LAG-a Šumanovci u razvoju lokalne zajednice kroz ruralni turizam
Authors: Lazar Ivana , Pečurlić Lucija , Sudarić Tihana
Published: December 2024

Ruralni turizam postaje sve važniji segment održivog razvoja u turističkoj industriji, naglašavajući potrebu za očuvanjem prirodne i kulturne baštine i pružajući ekonomske prilike za lokalne zajednice. LAG-ovi, poput LAG-a Šumanovci, prepoznati su kao ključni akteri u poticanju razvoja ruralnog turizma, ali se suočavaju s izazovima poput nedostatka financijskih resursa i nedovoljne suradnje među dionicima. Istraživanje se fokusira na LAG Šumanovci, analizirajući izazove i svijest stanovništva o njihovim aktivnostima. Anketno istraživanje pruža uvid u socio-demografske karakteristike, izazove i percepciju ruralnog turizma. Rezultati ukazuju na potrebu za jačanjem svijesti o LAG-ovima i optimizacijom strategija promocije ruralnog turizma na području Šumanovaca.
Obilježja i preferencije kupaca ekoloških poljoprivredno-prehrambenih proizvoda u Osječko-baranjskoj županiji
Authors: Maurović Košćak Lidija , Ivanković Darija , Tolić Snježana
Published: December 2024

Cilj istraživanja bio je utvrditi sociodemografska obilježja i preferencije potrošača za lokalne ekološke poljoprivredno-prehrambene proizvode u Osječko-baranjskoj županiji. U obzir su uzeta sociodemografska obilježja, oblik i učestalost kupnje, porijeklo proizvoda te spremnost potrošača na plaćanje veće cijene za certificirane ekološke proizvode. U istraživanju je sudjelovalo 236 ispitanika. Rezultati su pokazali snažnu podršku lokalno proizvedenim ekološkim proizvodima i izravnoj kupnji od proizvođača, kao i važnost usklađivanja cijena s percepcijom vrijednosti. Hi-kvadrat test je otkrio povezanost između spola i preferencija za kupovinu ekoloških proizvoda u supermarketima, na način da su žene sklonije kupovini ekoloških proizvoda u supermarketima od muškarca. Oba spola podjednako preferiraju kupovinu lokalno proizvedenih proizvoda, dok dob i razina obrazovanja nisu imali značajan utjecaj na preferencije kupnje.
Ekonomska učinkovitost proizvodnje agropeleta korištenjem žetvenih ostataka – studija slučaja
Authors: Šakić Bobić Branka , Grgić Zoran , Grivičić Helena , Ćosić Lucija , Očić Vesna
Published: December 2024

Sve veću važnost u svim vodećim strateškim dokumentima, nacionalnim i europskim, imaju bioekonomija i iskorištavanje biomase. Najveći izvor biomase je poljoprivreda, pa je cilj ovog istraživanja bio istražiti ekonomsku učinkovitost proizvodnje agropeleta korištenjem žetvenih ostataka. U radu su korišteni primarni podaci dobiveni intervjuiranjem te javno dostupni financijski podaci o poslovanju i cijenama. Uspjeh poslovanja, nakon provedenog ulaganja u postrojenje za proizvodnju agropeleta, s ciljem boljeg iskorištavanja žetvenih ostataka i unapređenja poslovanja, procijenjen je korištenjem pokazatelja ekonomičnosti i rentabilnosti. Pokazatelj ekonomičnosti je veći od 1 za sve tri analizirane godine, što ukazuje na uspješno poslovanje, kao i pokazatelj rentabilnosti kojemu su vrijednosti od 15,91 do 37,02 %.
Gospodarenje biootpadom na području grada Križevaca
Authors: Kantar Sandra , Puljiz Mia , Svržnjak Kristina , Vidović Krušić Marina
Published: December 2024

Predmet ovog rada je analiza lokalnih praksi gospodarenja biootpadom na primjeru grada Križevaca i okolice kako bi se pridonijelo boljem razumijevanju stavova i ponašanja građana te unaprjeđivanju sustava gospodarenja biootpadom na navedenom području. Stoga je provedeno anketno istraživanje u kojem je sudjelovalo 130 ispitanika iz Križevaca i okolice temeljem kojeg je dobiven uvid u aktualno stanje gospodarenja biootpadom, ulogu Komunalnog poduzeća Križevci d. o. o., te je omogućena procjena istraživača o održivosti sustava u lokalnoj sredini. Rezultati istraživanja pokazuju kako je gospodarenje otpadom u Križevcima i okolici rezultat zajedničkog napora građana, Komunalnog poduzeća Križevci d.o.o. i podrške lokalne sredine.
Cirkularna ekonomija i tehnički potencijal poljoprivrednih ostataka u Panonskoj i Sjevernoj Hrvatskoj
Authors: Malešević Ana , Kristić Jelena , Pečurlić Lucija , Jelić Milković Sanja
Published: December 2024

Cirkularna ekonomija predstavlja inovativni pristup gospodarenju resursima koji se temelji na smanjenju otpada, ponovnoj upotrebi, recikliranju i obnovljivim izvorima. U kontekstu poljoprivrednih ostataka, cirkularna ekonomija otvara vrata održivom korištenju resursa radi stvaranja novih vrijednosti. Cilj je rada utvrditi gospodarski potencijal poljoprivrednih ostataka glavnih žitarica (pšenice, ječma i kukuruza), uljarica (suncokreta, soje i uljane repice), šećerne repe te ostataka iz vinogradarstva i voćarstva (jabuke) u Panonskoj i Sjevernoj Hrvatskoj te utvrditi njihov tehnički potencijal iskorištenja. Istraživanje je provedeno na temelju dostupnih statističkih podataka za 2022. godinu, a za izračunavanje tehničkog potencijala žetvenih ostataka Panonske i Sjeverne Hrvatske za 2022. godinu korištena je RenewIslands ADEG metodologija. Na temelju dostupnih podataka izračunat je tehnički potencijal žitarica u 2022. godini od 1.864.398,00 tona, uljarica 574.413,23 tona, šećerne repe 31.663,96 tona te vinove loze i voćaka 80.536,27 tona. Rezultati istraživanja pokazuju da su u Panoniji i Sjevernoj Hrvatskoj dostupne velike količine biomase za daljnju preradu, koje nažalost još uvijek nisu dovoljno iskorištene. Provedba cirkularne ekonomije u Republici Hrvatskoj zahtijeva usklađene napore na svim razinama gospodarstva i društva. Ovakav pristup ne samo da doprinosi očuvanju okoliša već ima i potencijal za otvaranje novih radnih mjesta i smanjenje negativnih utjecaja na okoliš.
Collaborative Supervision of Direct Cash Transfer-Village Fund in Tuban Regency
Authors: Iswanto Denny , Sofa Devi Maya , Aprilia Dea Putri
Published: December 2024

A number of social safety net programs have been provided to the community, one of which is through BLT-DD. BLT-DD is a new type of social assistance where the village government is given the authority to manage the technical implementation in each village by involving stakeholders to be able to implement this policy with full responsibility. This authority was given as the government's final step to be able to capture poor and vulnerable people who have not been touched by any social assistance, either from the central or regional government in Tuban Regency. In implementing the Village Fund BLT policy, it is necessary to have a monitoring system from upstream to downstream to ensure that the assistance provided is appropriate and on target. This research aims to determine participatory supervision in the implementation of BLT-DD in Tuban Regency. This research uses qualitative research methods with descriptive research type. Policy implementation is carried out by referring to government laws and regulations, both from Village Ministerial Decree No. 6 of 2020 to Tuban Regent's SE Number 140/2112 /414.106/2020 including activities for forming data collection teams, data collection mechanisms, setting targets, methods and mechanisms distribution, and monitoring and evaluation. In collaborative supervision, a coordination system has been implemented between the Inspectorate, PMD Service, Social Service and Village Government and BPD. This confirms the government's commitment to ensuring that social assistance is provided in an appropriate and targeted manner to poor and vulnerable communities at the village level.
Comparison of the Strategic Plans of the Ministry of Education and Culture and Universitas Brawijaya Based on Theoretical
Authors: Wahyudi Lestari Eko , Chairunissa Abela , Ramadhani Eva Fadilah , Nashihah Durratun , Luthfi Muhammad Naufal
Published: December 2024

Education has a crucial role in determining the direction of a nation's development. Indonesia's Gross Enrollment Rate (APK) data shows a positive trend, but challenges in the quality of education remain, especially in terms of literacy, numeracy and understanding of science based on PISA scores. The inequality of educational attainment between regions indicates the need to increase access and quality of education evenly throughout Indonesia. Inadequate curriculum in developing basic competencies is one of the main causes of suboptimal achievements. Apart from that, Indonesia also faces the challenge of low public IQ levels, showing the importance of improving the education system to increase the nation's overall competitiveness. The process of preparing the vision, mission and strategic objectives by the Ministry of Education and Culture and Brawijaya University adopts an approach that is in accordance with theory, but the main challenge lies in implementing the strategic plan. Brawijaya University demonstrated excellence in overcoming implementation barriers, which enabled them to achieve strategic goals more effectively. In this context, alignment between vision, mission and goals is key in designing and implementing sustainable strategic
Implementation of Thematic Bureaucratic Reform: Level of Understanding and Realization in Local Government
Authors: Winoto Suhartono , Akbariah Laily , Yulitasari Lailla Dwi , Natasha Catherine Eugene , Kumalasari Ima , Yin Ting Poh
Published: December 2024

Thematic bureaucratic reform is a program initiated by the Ministry  of State Apparatus Empowerment and Bureaucratic Reform (Kemenpan-RB) to accelerate the improvement of efficiency and accountability of public services in Indonesia. This research aims to elaborate the level of understanding of the State Civil Apparatus (ASN) and the realization of the implementation of thematic bureaucratic reform at the local government level. A descriptive qualitative method is used in this study. The data was obtained based on an in-depth interview technique with a resource person from one of the employees in the City Government who has credibility in the preparation of bureaucratic reform. The results obtained in this study show that thematic bureaucratic reform is indeed the right step in the acceleration program to improve public services. In addition, there is a focus on the theme of bureaucratic reform which is divided into 4 (four) categories, namely poverty alleviation, increasing investment, digitizing government administration, and increasing the use of domestic products. However, in reality, in the field, there are still several obstacles in the preparation of the thematic bureaucratic reform roadmap, where the main obstacle is the lack of understanding of ASN in the preparation of the thematic bureaucratic reform roadmap. The hope in the future is that there will be a forum or in-depth socialization or technical guidance from the Ministry that can help overcome ASN problems related to the technical preparation of thematic bureaucratic reform roadmaps and integration with existing programs in local governments.
BARREIRAS PARA REAIZAÇÃO DE PREVENÇÃO DO CÂNCER DE COLO DO ÚTERO
Authors: Pimenta Joice Fernanda Costa Quadros , Soares Thaís Emanuelle Barros e , Pinheiro Jeferson Sousa , Maciel Reginalda , Cordeiro Simone Queiróz , Leão Harley Medawar , Abrahão Neto Alexi , Abreu Karla Jaciara Vieira Damaceno , Prado Olívia Maria Pena , Antunes Junior Geraldo Batista , Escobar Fabíola Lima , Vieira Isabella Batista , Dias Kátia Cristiane Soledade , Rocha Rodrigo Marques Batista da , Amâncio Janaina Pereira
Published: December 2024

The objective of this study was to understand the barriers to cervical cancer prevention tests. An integrative literature review was conducted, and articles retrieved from the Virtual Health Library, Latin American and Caribbean Literature in Health Sciences, Scientific Electronic Library Online and Online System for Search and Analysis of Medical Literature were analyzed based on the descriptors cervical cancer; women's health and Pap smear, based on Boolean operators. The studies analyzed indicate that among the main causes for not performing the cytological test are the lack of knowledge about the existence of cervical cancer, the technique and relevance of performing the test, feeling of fear during the test, apprehension of facing a positive result for neoplasia, feeling embarrassment and shame, cultural aspects such as the hospital-centric view of the female population,  demographic difficulties in accessing health services, or related to the units such as operating hours or difficulty in scheduling exams. It is important that health professionals base themselves on these data to propose the implementation of the policy to combat cervical cancer.
O LUTO NOS TEMPOS DA COVID-19: UM ESTUDO QUALITATIVO
Authors: Souza Larissa Fernandes de , Pereira Victor Guilherme , Fernandes Valéria Carvalho , Ruas Sélen Jaqueline Souza , Piris Álvaro Parrela , Pimenta Joice Fernanda Costa Quadros , Teixeira Claudia Cristina , Figueiredo Mirela Lopes de , Soares Davidson Gonçalves , Souto Daniella Fagundes , Pereira Carla Rodrigues , Jesus Amanda Alves de , Nepomuceno Matheus Siega , Leite Ive Rhayane Cangussu , Neres Elisângela de Oliveira , Borém André Silva , Pimenta Márcia Beatriz Lima , Silva Márcia Oliveira da
Published: December 2024

Objective: To analyze coping with the pandemic and grief in individuals who lost members of their socio-affective network as a result of Covid-19. Method: Cross-sectional study, with a qualitative approach, conducted with 14 individuals bereaved during the pandemic. Individual, semi-structured and recorded interviews were conducted, preceded by the application of a socioeconomic and demographic questionnaire. Results: The speeches were subjected to Bardin's content analysis, raising two thematic dimensions: fear disorders, anxiety and psychological suffering during the Covid-19 pandemic and prolonged mourning associated with the restrictions imposed by the pandemic. Final considerations: Facing the pandemic presents significant challenges in the face of the intense spread of Fake News camouflaged by the infodemic process. Health professionals and their respective population care institutions play a vital role in transmitting safe and scientific health information to communities. In addition, it is noteworthy that experiencing grief during the pandemic context imposes important restrictions on the stages ranging from hospitalization to the post-funeral process. Recognizing the distinctions of social vulnerability is fundamental to understanding the mechanisms and repercussions of this process on biopsychosocial and public health.
SÍNDROME DE BURNOUT ENTRE PROFISSIONAIS ATUANTES NA ASSISTÊNCIA HOSPITALAR
Authors: Piris Álvaro Parrela , Finelli Leonardo Augusto Couto , Fagundes Andréia Lopes de Oliveira , Cardoso Fábíola Gonçalves , Rios Bruna Roberta Meira , Peixoto Sarah Gabrielle Rodrigues , Esméria Neta Maria , Teixeira Nadine Antunes , Vieira Júnia Tamires Souza , Gomes Gabriella Dias , Miranda Bruno Souza , Oliveira Émile Lilian Pereira de , Rodrigues Marcos Gabriel de Jesus , Maria Emmilly Lucciane Alves , Mendes Carla Michelle , Oliveira Jéssica Najara Aguiar de , Costa Lorendany Macedo da , Fonseca Fernanda Fagundes
Published: December 2024

Burnout syndrome is characterized as a psychosocial phenomenon that occurs as a chronic response to interpersonal stressors in work situations. And these occur in the conditions present in a direct situation, related to the organization, to the content of the work and the performance of tasks. This syndrome occurs in a characteristic process followed by three dimensions: emotional exhaustion, depersonalization and decreased professional productivity. The objective of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of burnout syndrome among the nursing team in a hospital located in the north of Minas Gerais. A quantitative and exploratory research was carried out, with field survey, cross-sectional and quantitative analysis. It was found that, in relation to emotional exhaustion and personal fulfillment, there was a change in variance in relation to the maximum expected score. Thus, preventive measures for burnout syndrome should be entitled, such as reducing the workload and favoring working conditions that positively favor the relationship of nursing professionals within the institution.
DIAGNÓSTICO TARDIO DO TRANSTORNO DO ESPECTRO AUTISTA EM ADULTOS: IMPLICAÇÕES PARA O TRATAMENTO E INTERVENÇÃO
Authors: Carvalho Ana Evellyn Coelho Silva , Neres Jaqueline Silva , Nascimento Vinicius Souza
Published: December 2024

Introdução: O Transtorno do Espectro Autista (TEA) é um transtorno neuropsiquiátrico com dificuldades sociais e comportamentais, e seu diagnóstico precoce é fundamental para intervenções eficazes. O diagnóstico tardio, especialmente na fase adulta, tem aumentado devido à variabilidade dos sintomas. Objetivo: Este estudo analisou as implicações do diagnóstico tardio do TEA em adultos. Buscou-se identificar os principais desafios encontrados por estes indivíduos para a obtenção deste diagnóstico. Método: Foi realizada a revisão de literatura científica, que associa o diagnóstico tardio aos impactos na vida pessoal e profissional desses indivíduos. Fatores como a falta de conscientização, capacitação dos profissionais e a variabilidade dos sintomas ligados a outras comorbidades contribuem para o atraso, as intervenções como terapia individual e em grupo, apoio social e conscientização com a família são essenciais para a melhoria da qualidade de vida dos adultos diagnosticados com TEA. Resultados: Os resultados desta pesquisa enfatizam a importância da conscientização precoce do autismo. Conclusões: Diante disso, recomenda-se mais estudos nessa temática para haver a potencialização de mais estratégias de intervenção, manejo e políticas públicas de indivíduos e familiares que recebem esse diagnóstico, de maneira a facilitar a vida deles.
Artificial Intelligence Divide Between Digital Immigrants and Natives in Egypt (Arabic)
Authors: Abdellatef Alaa Fawzy
Published: December 2024

The study explores the artificial intelligence (AI) divide in Egypt while considering the moderating influence of age/generation. The research compares digital natives born in the digital age vis-à-vis digital immigrants who grew up in less technologically adapted environments. The study uses the UTAUT2 model to measure how determinants of AI acceptance and digital self-efficacy impact the intentions and behaviors of 400 surveyed individuals. The results indicate that all AI acceptance determinants positively affect users’ intentions in both generations. However, social influence is more prevalent among digital immigrants, while hedonic motivation more significantly affects digital natives. Both generations prioritize performance expectancy, as well as habit and facilitating conditions, and highlight the low impact of effort expectancy. Digital self-efficacy dimensions also impact AI acceptance and use differently for each respectivegeneration. Interestingly, the study revealed an AI divide between generations. However, it proposed that governments and tech developers could reduce this divide by making AI more inclusive for all ages, which includes ensuring technology access for adults and individuals with special needs.
The Attitudes of Journalists Toward Written Content Generated by AI
Authors: Mohamed El Nemr Amira
Published: December 2024

This experimental study investigates the attitudes of journalists towards written content that is generated by artificial intelligence (AI) when compared to human-written journalistic pieces. The methodology utilized a comparative experiment that relied upon four journalists and three AI platforms, which respectively wrote an article on “The Language of Dialogue Between Parents and Adolescents in the AI Era”. Articles were anonymized and evaluated based on criteria of accuracy, coherence, objectivity, creativity, ethical considerations, and audience engagement. The research aims to assess differences in quality between AI-generated and journalist-written content, variations among AI outputs, and the influence of the backgrounds of journalists on their attitudes towards AI-generated work. Furthermore, it explores ethical considerations regarding AI platforms and potential for responsible AI integration in journalism, while maintaining industry standards. The significance of the study lies in understanding AI-human collaboration as it pertains to challenges and opportunities in newsrooms. These comprehensions serve as guiding policies for AI-assisted journalism to complement human skills and provides insight for journalists and AI developers.
Actualización en Fotodepilación.
Authors: Rivera Pineda Ingrid Milena , Ollarves Ruíz Víctor Arturo , Rivera Pineda Zulay Marcela
Published: December 2024

En la dermatología actual el uso del láser se ha convertido en una herramienta adicional para el tratamiento de patologías cutáneas que tienen limitadas opciones de tratamiento. Cada día nuevos avances han revolucionado la creación de quipos láser que han permitido brindar alternativas terapéuticas ajustadas a las necesidades de cada individuo, por ello la eliminación del pelo corporal indeseado se ha convertido en una necesidad, por sólo por razones estéticas, sino por indicaciones médicas que ameritan la remoción a largo plazo del pelo en las áreas afectadas. En esta revisión basada en experiencias propias y de otros autores, ahondaremos en las generalidades de la depilación láser, así como en la morfología del pelo, la fisiología del folículo piloso y el mecanismo de depilación láser describiendo el término de fototermólisis selectiva, la optimización de la depilación, tipos de láser, además se señalarán las principales indicaciones médicas, las contraindicaciones, complicaciones y las nuevas tendencias en fotodepilación.
Receptor de Aril Hidrocarburos: el sensor epitelial clave en la homeostasis cutánea y su influencia en enfermedades de la piel.
Authors: De Flammineis Koppel Diana Cristina , Rodríguez Orquídea L. , Di Prisco Maria Cristina , Angulo José , Sarmiento Abril
Published: December 2024

El receptor de aril hidrocarburos (AHR) es un factor de transcripción activado por ligandos endógenos y exógenos que se expresa de forma constitutiva en múltiples tejidos humanos, incluida la piel, cuya función principal es la detoxificación de los epitelios y procesos fisiológicos que colaboran con la homeostasis de estos. Se ha demostrado que la exposición a ligandos fisiológicos tiene la capacidad de modular la activación de la vía de señalización del AHR colaborando al mantenimiento de la homeostasis e integridad cutánea, en cambio, la exposición sostenida a ligandos xenobióticos, tales como contaminantes ambientales, radiación ultravioleta y productos de la microbiota colaboran a la exacerbación de la inflamación y de los síntomas clínicos de diversas enfermedades. Por lo tanto, la modulación de la activación de la vía de señalización de este receptor constituye una alternativa terapéutica interesante, poco estudiada y novedosa para la prevención y el tratamiento de múltiples enfermedades dermatológicas.

Palabras claves: receptor de aril hidrocarburos; sensor epitelial; ligandos xenobióticos; ligandos endógenos; inflamación cutánea; cáncer cutáneo.
Tricobacteriosis (tricomicosis):una patología infrecuente de localización inusual.
Authors: Aular Machado Luz Marina , Silva Arianny , Gomez-Daza Fernando
Published: December 2024

La tricobacteriosis es una infección bacteriana del pelo causada por el Corynebacterium flavescens, que afecta más comúnmente al pelo axilar. Se caracteriza por la presencia de concreciones que rodean el pelo afectado sin romperlo. El eritrasma puede coexistir a esta entidad, pero existen pocos casos reportados en la literatura. Se presenta el caso de un paciente adulto, con ambas entidades y evolución satisfactoria.

Palabras claves: tricobacteriosis; tricomicosis; Corinebacterium spp; hiperhidrosis; bromhidrosis.
When Crisis Calls
Authors: Chatikavanij Panita
Published: December 2024

How the COVID-19 pandemic resuscitated old satellite technology in Thailand.
Expressway Trajectories
Authors: Guma Prince , Ongwech Joel
Published: December 2024

On the road to Uganda’s future.
Quality of Life of Hospitalized Patients with Hematological Diseases
Authors: Tsatsou Ioanna , Mavrommati Aggeliki , Gyftea Anastasia , Ragkousi Efstathia
Published: December 2024

Hematological diseases have a wide age range of disease onset, repeated hospitalizations, long periods of treatments and hospitalization, special hospitalization conditions, isolation that lead to restrictions to their social life and impaired quality of life. The hospital is the place where patients, families, nurses and doctors come together for a common purpose, the restoration of the patient’s health. Ensuring a quality of life in the hospital environment requires the participation of all the healthcare team and building a “healing environment”. Nursing priorities for improving the quality of life in the hospital include ensuring comfort, psychosocial support, providing palliative and patient centered care and patient centered environment. A patient centered environment responds holistically to the needs of its users, including accessibility, safety, privacy and dignity, comfort and wellbeing, personal choice and control. The inclusion of arts, music, exercise and festivities improve quality of life during hospitalization. Family members also are welcomed to stay and care for the patients during long periods of hospitalization. Patients hospitalized for hematological diseases are a unique population with complex needs. So, research, innovation, and initiatives are needed to incorporate new methods to improve their quality of life during hospitalization.
Unveiling GST Family: A Critical Player in the Development and Survival of Metastatic Tumors
Authors:   Anatomical Researches and Skills Centre, Tbilisi, Georgia, Svanishvili Giorgi
Published: December 2024

Cancer metastasis represents a critical challenge in oncology, accounting for over 90% of cancer-related deaths. This review focuses on the complex process of metastasis, detailing key phases including invasion, intravasation, circulation, extravasation, and colonization, each regulated by complex biological and environmental interactions. A central point of discussion is the varied role of glutathione S-transferase theta 1 (GSTT1) in metastasis. Traditionally known for detoxification, GSTT1 contributes to tumor progression by modulating the extracellular matrix (ECM), notably through the glutathionylation of fibronectin, enhancing metastatic cell survival and colonization. Studies reveal GSTT1 is crucial for macrometastases, promoting resistance to chemotherapy via slow-cycling, epithelial-mesenchymal transition-expressing cells. Its expression in circulating tumor cells underscores its pivotal role in later metastatic stages. In preclinical studies, genetic modulation of GSTT1 has shown that its inhibition reduces metastatic burden, presenting GSTT1 as a target for advanced cancer treatment. Additionally, the review examines how polymorphisms in related GST genes, such as GSTM1, influence cancer outcomes, implicating them in prognosis and therapy response. Integrating these findings could lead to revolutionary therapeutic strategies that disrupt GSTT1-mediated pathways, potentially transforming the combat against metastatic disease.
Precision in Learning: Harnessing Targeted Training to Unlock Talent Development
Authors: Abrar Fatima , Haroon Muhammad , Tariq Jaweria
Published: December 2024

Organizations needs to provide continuous relevant training to their employees for long-term skills development. Employers can upskill and retrain personnel through targeted training (formal and informal learning) to fill in unique skills to reduce attrition. Talent development is very crucial, as there is a need for competent employees that provide their services in firms such as business consulting, software companies, and IT.  Due to covid-19, need of software developers at global level has boosted. Remote working even in post-pandemic period is becoming new normal as software companies are interacting globally. This study is conducted to analyse the effectiveness of targeted training in talent development. This study is based on qualitative research, in which interviews were conducted with upper management of software companies from Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Later, themes were generated and data was coded using NVIVO version 12.2 software. The results highlighted that companies need to explore skills gap, develop goals about training concerning objectives, understand needs of individual learning through cultural diversity, geographical location, specific to their knowledge, skills, expertise, learning styles, skills set, and technology access. It is concluded that targeted training is the need of the hour and one of the most efficient tactics in software companies for adopting modern development technologies, transformation in digital channels, accelerating for bridging skill gaps, increasing team performance and managing resources effectively. As this is qualitative research, so further quantitative research needed to be conducted in future with a conceptual framework to highlight importance of this new approach.
Description of a new species of the genus Agalope Walker, 1854 from China and Myanmar (Lepidoptera: Zygaenidae: Chalcosiinae)
Authors: Huang Si-Yao , Horie Kiyoshi
Published: December 2024

A new species of the genus Agalope Walker, 1854 is described from Southeast Xizang, Southwest China and Kachin State, North Myanmar, viz. A. hei sp. nov. The new species belongs to A. geoffi species-group. The adult habitus and male genitalia of the new species and related ones are illustrated and compared.
Exploring Challenges of Speaking English Among Secondary School Students in Abudwak District, Galmudug State, Somalia.
Authors: Abdullahi Jim’alle Dahir
Published: December 2024

This study aims to explore the challenges faced by secondary school students in
Abudwak District, Galgmudug State, Somalia, concerning their proficiency in
English speaking. Utilizing the study employed a descriptive qualitative approach,
the research collected data through questionnaires and interviews, which were then
analysed using version 25.0 of the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences
(SPSS). The sample consisted of 208 participants selected randomly from a total of
635 secondary students across the three most prominent schools in the district. The
findings
indicated
that
students'
English speaking abilities were significantly
affected by three main issues: psychological factors (including self-doubt, shyness,
anxiety, and nervousness), linguistic challenges (such as poor grammar and a
limited vocabulary), and environmental influences (related to both family and
school contexts).
Effect of Simplicity of the Tax System on Income Tax Collection among Small and Medium Enterprises in Kamukuji Sub-County Nairobi, Kenya
Authors: Ndiangui Cyrus Gathungu , Odunga Dr. Robert , Kabete Dr. Paul
Published: December 2024

Purpose: Taxation is how government finances its expenditure by imposing charges on citizens and corporate entities. A country’s tax regime is always a key factor for any business considering moving into new markets. The purpose of this study was to establish the effect of Simplicity of the tax system on income tax collection among small and medium enterprises in Kamukunji Nairobi County, Kenya. The theories that guided this study were Ability-to-Pay Theory of Taxation, and, Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology.
Methods: The study adopted an explanatory research design. The target population was 3106 small and medium enterprises in Kamukunji Nairobi County. A sample size of 354 respondents was drawn from this population using Yamane’s formula. In this study, out of 354 targeted respondents, 283 questionnaires were correctly filled and returned, resulting in a response rate of 79.94%.
Results: The study found that Simplicity had a positive and significant effect on income tax collection (β = 0.236, p = 0.000).
Conclusion: The study recommends that the government should focus on simplifying tax procedures and forms to reduce administrative complexity. This can increase voluntary compliance by making the tax process more accessible, particularly for SMEs that may lack sophisticated accounting knowledge. Future research should Investigate the effect of tax incentives, on companies’ financial performance.
Enterprise Blockchain and the Hyperledger Brand: Challenges and Opportunities
Authors: O'Dair Marcus
Published: December 2024

This report, commissioned by the Linux Foundation, examines perceptions of Hyperledger and enterprise blockchain more widely. The focus is the Hyperledger brand, rather than Hyperledger’s technology. Drawing on survey and interview data as well as secondary sources, it identifies both challenges and points of leverage with the aim of informing Hyperledger’s strategic development, particularly in terms of marketing, communications, and community building.
Rabdomiólise induzida por esforço físico extremo: relato de caso
Authors: Garcia Júnior Jair Rodrigues , Cipriano Lucas Cabral
Published: December 2024

Este estudo apresenta um caso de rabdomiólise de paciente treinado, ocorrido durante uma corrida de rua. A corrida de rua é um dos exercícios mais praticados atualmente, com várias provas e participação de centenas de milhares de corredores. Objetivo: Relatar a experiência de um esforço físico extremo durante uma corrida de rua, descrever as consequências desse esforço em parâmetros fisiológicos que normalmente são mantidos estáveis durante esforços físicos de elevada intensidade e duração. Métodos: Os dados foram obtidos dos exames disponibilizados pelo paciente, que também fez a descrição temporal dos fatos, desde o treinamento prévio à corrida até o período pós-alta hospitalar. Resultados: A rabdomiólise ficou caraterizada pelo quadro clínico de taquicardia (200 bpm), hipertermia, necessidade de suporte de oxigênio e exames, tendo constatado lesão renal aguda, elevação da uréia (226 mg/dL), creatinina (17 mg/dL), creatina fosfoquinase (CPK; 135.957 U/L) e Potássio (7 mmol/L). O quadro clínico do paciente evoluiu bem nos primeiros dias com a terapia medicamentosa e de hemodiálise. A estabilização aconteceu após duas semanas e a alta ocorreu no 16º dia. Conclusão: O diagnóstico de rabdomiólise ficou bem caracterizado e o paciente respondeu bem à terapia. Decorrido um ano da fase aguda, todos os parâmetros continuavam normais com a realização de todas as atividades.
Matematikopfattelser hos 2g’ere: fokus på de ‘tre aspekter’
Authors: Jankvist Uffe Thomas
Published: December 2024

Med udgangspunkt i de såkaldte ‘tre aspekter’ fra den danske gymnasiale bekendt­gørelse for matematik anno 1987 analyserer artiklen 2g’eres (17–18 årige) opfat­telser af faget matematik. Mere præcist er der tale om faget matematiks historiske udvikling, dets anvendelser i samfundet og dets indre strukturer. Det undersøges i artiklen hvor de ‘tre aspekter’ oprindelig stammer fra og hvordan de går igen i såvel KOM­rapporten fra 2002 som i 2007­bekendtgørelsen. Endvidere undersøges det med udgangspunkt i en enkelt adspurgt 2g­klasse, hvordan denne klasses elever synes at indfri den ny bekendtgørelses mål svarende til de ‘tre aspekter’. Resultaterne af denne undersøgelse sammenlignes med en ældre og i nogen grad tilsvarende undersøgelse fra 1980 og forskelle og ligheder i resultaterne diskuteres.
Bringing focus to mathematics education in multicultural and multilingual settings
Authors: Editors The
Published: December 2024

Ledare / Editorial
Handheld calculators as tools for students’ learning of algebra
Authors: Persson Per-Eskil
Published: December 2024

What evidence can be found in recent research literature of the potential positive or negative effects of using graphic calculators (GC) and symbolic calculators (CAS) in mathematics education? The focus of this literature review is the use of handheld calculators and their effect on algebra learning, with theoretical backgrounds for the use of this type of technology in classroom practice. Special attention is given to three areas: students’ conceptions of literal symbols and of algebraic expressions, fundamental for their ability to work with algebra; functional and modelling approaches, both important for students’ view of algebra as a useful tool in problem solving; and approaches within CAS, which put special demands for changes in educational methods. Results of some recent meta-studies, based on a relatively large number of research papers and reports, are also discussed, as well as the importance of students’ and teacher’s beliefs. Common results are compiled and synthesised for a formulation of some important implications for teaching and pre-service teacher education.
Book review: Matematik for lærerstuderende. Delta: fagdidaktik
Authors: Ryve Andreas
Published: December 2024

Jeppe Skott, Hans Christian Hansen og Kristine Jess (2008). Matematik for lærerstuderende. Delta: fagdidaktik. Samfundslitteratur, Frederiksberg. ISBN 978-87-593-1340-4
Translating test items into Norwegian – without getting lost in translation?
Authors: Mosvold Reidar , Fauskanger Janne , Jakobsen Arne , Melhus Kjersti
Published: December 2024

In relation to the Learning Mathematics for Teaching (LMT) project, sets of measures were created in order to analyse teachers Mathematical Knowledge for Teaching (MKT). This article presents some of the challenges and complexities involved in an attempt to translate and adapt these measures for use with Norwegian teachers. The measures were originally created for use in a U.S. context only, and a number of differences between the two countries contribute to increase the difficulty of doing this. Our study builds upon a similar Irish study, and this article points to some similar and several additional issues that arise when attempting to translate and adapt the measures for use in Norway.
The relevance of qualities of theories in mathematics education research
Authors: Editors The
Published: December 2024

Ledare / Editorial
Connecting theories in mathematics education: from bricolage to professionalism
Authors: Wedege Tine
Published: December 2024

Connecting theories is a normal activity in the practice of mathematics education researchers and the theories come from within the field of mathematics education (”home-brewed” theories) or from outside (psychological, sociological, anthropological; philosophical, linguistic etc. theories). Thus, the researcher needs methods and strategies for connecting theories; e.g. comparing/contrasting and integrating/ synthesizing. I argue that a meta-language is also needed in order to move from bricolage to professionalism in the work of theory connection. Drawing on Radford’s morphology of theories as triplets of principles, methodologies and research questions, I suggest a set of quality criteria for research papers and reports which focuses on the explicitness in reporting theory connection.
Developing mathematics teaching through inquiry: a response to Skovsmose and Säljö
Authors: Jaworski Barbara , Fuglestad Anne Berit
Published: December 2024

This paper constitutes a response to the article by Skovsmose and Säljö (2008) in Nomad. We focus on the concept of inquiry as used in the KUL projects at the University of Agder, Norway, 2004–2007, from which Skovsmose and Säljö offered an evaluation and critique. We begin by clarifying certain aspects of the two KUL projects, Learning communities in mathematics and ICT in mathematics learning. In doing so, we agree substantially with several of the points made by Skovsmose and Säljö. We go on to address their two main criticisms: that research in the KUL projects shows little documentation of inquiry processes or patterns of classroom interaction between teachers and students, or among students; and that the KUL projects demonstrate few attempts to use real life environments as a basis for establishing inquiry processes. Finally we come back to significant issues related to inquiry and the main focus of the two projects, further research questions and relations between the micro and the macro in mathematics education research.
Locating learning of toddlers in the individual/society and mind/body divides
Authors: Meaney Tamsin
Published: December 2024

In this paper, theories about learning are discussed in relationship to toddlers locating themselves in space. This is important given the current debate about the mathematics that very young children can or should learn. Regardless of whether learning is seen as an individual or a social activity, learning theories of Piaget and Vygotsky emphasise the cognitive nature of learning and the need for linguistic reflection on that learning. In order not to situate toddlers as deficient or irrational because they do not express their reflections linguistically, I suggest that learning should be considered as problem solving that occurs both with the mind and the body. Using examples of toddlers engaging in spatial explorations, I illustrate how learning mathematics can be reconceptualised in this way.
The older the better? Are younger Norwegian adults losing ground on basic numeracy skills?
Authors: Billington Mary G. , Gabrielsen Egil
Published: December 2024

Results from the OECD survey of adult skills, 2012 brought good tidings for Norway. The average numeracy score for the Norwegian adult population lies well over the OECD average. However, a closer look at the age skill profile shows that while older Norwegians score well over the OECD average for their age group, younger Norwegians score around the OECD average. Comparing these results to results from an earlier study of adult skills, conducted in 2003, suggests a downward trend in numeracy proficiency for the younger generation. We discuss recent school reforms as a possible cohort effect influencing this trend.
A tool for understanding pupils’ mathematical thinking
Authors: Viitala Hanna
Published: December 2024

This article provides a tool for studying pupils’ mathematical thinking. Mathematical thinking is seen as a cognitive function that is highly influenced by affect and metalevel of mind. The situational problem solving behaviour is studied together with metacognition and affect which together with pupils’ view of mathematics form a dynamic construct that reveals pupils’ mathematical thinking. The case of Daniel is introduced to illustrate the dynamic nature of the framework.
Dependence between creative and non-creative mathematical reasoning in national physics tests
Authors: Johansson Helena
Published: December 2024

It is known from previous studies that a focus on rote learning and procedural mathematical reasoning hamper students’ learning of mathematics. Since mathematics is an integral part of physics, it is assumed that mathematical reasoning also influences students’ success in physics. This paper aims to study how students’ ability to reason mathematically affects their success on different kinds of physics tasks. A descriptive statistical approach is adopted, which compares the ratio between conditional and unconditional probability to solve physics tasks requiring different kinds of mathematical reasoning. Tasks from eight Swedish national physics tests for upper secon- dary school, serve as a basis for the analysis. The result shows that if students succeed on tasks requiring creative mathematical reasoning, the probability to solve the other tasks on the same test increases. This increase is higher than if the students succeed on tasks not requiring creative mathematical reasoning. This result suggests that if students can reason mathematically creatively, they have the ability to use their knowledge in other novel situations and thus become more successful on tests.
The development of pre-service teachers’ self-efficacy in teaching mathematics
Authors: Bjerke Annette Hessen
Published: December 2024

Teacher efficacy has received much attention in the general field of educational research, but applications in mathematics teacher education are few. In order to deepen the understanding of the nature and development of self-efficacy in teaching mathematics (SETM) during teacher education, the study presented here followed over a period of two years pre-service teachers (PSTs) preparing to teach primary school mathematics in Norway (grades 1–7, ages 6–13). Their developing SETM was investigated by means of an instrument designed to target the core activity of teaching mathematics: helping a generic child with mathematics tasks. A comparison of responses collected from 191 novice PSTs with those from the same cohort two years later (n = 103) shows a rise in SETM in the typical PST, and indicates the nature of the development of SETM during teacher education.
Stimulating critical mathematical discussions in teacher education: use of indices such as the BMI as entry points
Authors: Kacerja Suela , Rangnes Toril Eskeland , Herheim Rune , Pohl Meinrad , Lilland Inger Elin , Hansen Ragnhild
Published: December 2024

The main purpose of our research project is to gain insight into, and develop teaching on indices and their applications in society. In this paper, the focus is to present insights into teachers’ reflections when discussing the Body Mass Index (BMI). Skovsmose ́s concept of mathemacy, and source criticism, are chosen as conceptual framework. The data analysed were collected in a numeracy across the curriculum class with practising teachers. The findings show that the practising teachers engaged in meaning making of the index formula, and they critically discussed how BMI is used in society and the role the BMI index can have in our lives. We gain insight into the potential of such an index for developing teachers’ awareness of the application of mathematics to the real world and the issues it raises, both for the teachers and for ourselves.
Tilpasning, vurdering og distribution af ´behov i den kommunale hjemmepleje som omsorgsinfrastruktur
Authors: Skovgaard Anna Louise
Published: December 2024

I denne artikel udforskes det arbejde der ligger i at installere og opretholde hjemmepleje som en del af den omsorgsinfrastruktur der får hverdagen til at fungerer for mennesker som lever med flere kroniske sygdomme og alderssvækkelse. Jeg trækker på etnografiske feltnoter, transskriptioner, og infrastruktur-teori, og med udgangspunkt i to cases, Ingrid og Paul, vises hvordan hjemmepleje kræver en kontinuerlig tilpasning og koordinering af hjemmet, rutiner og aftaler samt en genforhandling af omsorgsbehov i samspil med plejepersonale, familiemedlemmer, fysiske genstande, og de vilkår som for eksempel hjemmeplejens organisering og arbejdsmiljøregler fremsætter. Hermed vises hvordan installationen og opretholdelsen af hjemmepleje i hjemmet og dagligdagen kræver et betydeligt arbejde, hvilket gør termen ’hjemmepleje-modtager’ misvisende. Livet med flere kroniske sygdomme og alderssvækkelse kalder på kontinuerligt og kollektivt arbejde for at få dagligdagen til at fungere.
THE FRESH CONNECTION AS AN EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING TOOL IN INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING EDUCATION: A CASE STUDY
Authors: Kok Tanya , van Zyl-Cillié Maria
Published: December 2024

Industrial engineering curricula are traditionally based on a foundation of science and mathematics. Given the nature of these disciplines, industrial engineering students often lack the opportunity to engage with content practically. Experiential learning (EL) is an educational process in which students learn through doing, and incorporating this into engineering education has proven to improve learning outcomes and experiences. The Fresh Connection (TFC) is a commercially available supply chain management business game that can be used to incorporate EL into the industrial engineering curriculum. This research is a case study of using TFC as an EL tool in the supply chain management module of an undergraduate industrial engineering programme at a South African university. Although the results show some gaps between the theoretical concepts covered in TFC and this case study’s undergraduate supply chain module, it is concluded that TFC is an effective EL tool. Furthermore, the research concludes that TFC positively affects student learning outcomes and experiences.