bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Import substitution today: analysis methodology
Authors: Gogoleva Tatiana N. , Kosenkov Artem U. , Kanapukhin Pavel A. , Schischkina Natalia V.
Published: May 2024

Subject. The context determining state regulatory measures with regard to foreign trade depends on a number of economic, political, social, and legal factors. At the moment, they are becoming the basis for the state economic policy, which is defined as an import substitution policy (with regard to international economic ties). Objectives. The purpose of our study was to substantiate the methodological approach to the analysis of the causes and consequences of the current import substitution policy in Russia, and the way the state affected the results. Methodology. Our hypothesis is that the import substitution processes taking place in Russia since the late 1990s are a reaction of the economic system (including the state foreign economic policy) to external shocks rather than a deliberate policy of the government aimed at promoting ineffective industries of the national economy competing with foreign imports on the national market. In our study, we used the method of empirical observations based on analytical, expert, and statistical data. Results. The study substantiates the hypothesis that the import substitution policy conducted in Russia since the 1990s is a political and economic reaction to external shocks of various origin and nature, which caused an imbalance in the micro- and macroeconomic relationships of the country. The article considers the specific features of three stages of import substitution in Russia: 1998-2003, 2014-2021, and from 2022 until now. Discussion. The obtained results are compared with the conclusions made by researchers who analysed the import substitution processes in Russia in the said time periods using the neoclassical approach and made forecasts as to the prospects of technological development. Conclusions. The conducted analysis allowed us to make a conclusion that import substitution can be defined as a result of external shocks, i.e. the impact of external factors (economic, political, etc.) on the relationships established within the economic system resulting in the destruction of such relationships. Essential aspects of import substitution include the content aspect, the role of the state, the role of the global market, the conditions created for import substitution, and the technological aspect. We also analysed the specifics of import substitution in Russia during various stages, from 1998 up to the present moment.
0.1xBWT+SDS buffer v1
Authors: Schmidt Anna , Nagel Sarah , Meyer Matthias , Essel Elena
Published: May 2024

Protocol for the preparation of 0.1x BWT+SDS buffer (Bind and wash buffer I) for automated single-stranded DNA library preparation using the ssDNA2.0 method (Gansauge et al. 2020). References Gansauge, M.-T., Aximu-Petri, A., Nagel, S., & Meyer, M. (2020). Manual and automated preparation of single-stranded DNA libraries for the sequencing of DNA from ancient biological remains and other sources of highly degraded DNA. Nature Protocols, 15, 2279-2300.
La Satisfacción Laboral de los y las Profesionales de Acogimiento Residencial Infantil y Juvenil: Una Mirada Europea
Authors: Cantos-Egea Alison , Camarero-Figuerola Marta , Tierno-García Juana María
Published: May 2024

Esta revisión sistemática examina la satisfacción laboral entre el personal que trabaja en centros de acogimiento infantojuvenil, con el objetivo de comprender los factores que influyen en su bienestar y su impacto en la calidad del cuidado proporcionado a las personas acogidas. Para ello se ha realizado una búsqueda exhaustiva en bases de datos de estudios europeos sobre la temática publicados desde 2016 a 2023. El estudio incluye un total de 21 artículos que cumplen con los criterios de inclusión. Los resultados muestran que la satisfacción laboral en los centros de acogimiento infantojuvenil es un aspecto multidimensional y complejo. Por un lado, se han hallado evidencias basadas en los déficits como el estrés laboral, la despersonalización, la falta de apoyo institucional, el estrés traumático secundario o la fatiga por compasión; que pueden suponer factores de riesgo ante la aparición de malestar laboral. Por otro lado, la existencia de recursos en forma de protección como los autocuidados, el sentido de la coherencia, la supervisión de equipo y la promoción del logro; que potencian el bienestar laboral. Se concluye que la satisfacción laboral en los centros de acogimiento infantojuvenil tiene un impacto directo en el bienestar de la plantilla y en el desarrollo y bienestar emocional de las personas bajo su cuidado. Por lo tanto, se recomienda a las instituciones implementar estrategias de apoyo y capacitación para el personal, con el fin de fomentar un ambiente laboral positivo y fortalecer la calidad de la atención brindada a niños, niñas y jóvenes.
A PROGRAM CALLED "TIME TRAVELLERS" FOR STRENGTHENING RESILIENCE AND STIMULATION OF POST-TRAUMATIC GROWTH IN CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS TRAUMATISED BY WAR
Authors:   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine, SAZONOVA Iryna , CHUIKO Olena ,   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine
Published: May 2024

Background. The article is focused on the analysis of the results of approbation of the program for strengthening resilience and stimulation of post-traumatic growth in children and adolescents traumatized by war called "Time Travellers". The structure and brief description of the program, its goals and objectives, principles of construction and main content components are presented. Methods. The article shows the main results of approbation of this program, obtained as a result of testing the participants with the help of the Posttraumatic Growth Questionnaire by R. Tedeschi and L. Calhoun (R. Tedeschi, L. Calhoun), adapted by M.S. Magomed-Eminov. Results. The program to increase resilience and stimulate post-traumatic growth in children and adolescents traumatized by the war "Travelers in Time" is a combination of such areas as tourism and psychotherapy, integrating theoretical and practical knowledge of history, geography, cultural studies, biology, ecology. Conclusions. The presented program involves the creation of a coherent contextual space for safe expressive manifestation of experiences, stabilization of the psychophysiological state, reconstruction of the system of values and beliefs, change of coping strategies, strengthening of dominant and activation of potential resource channels.
LEGISLATIVE PROVISION OF ADULT EDUCATION IN THE REPUBLIC OF POLAND AND UKRAINE: A COMPARATIVE ASPECT
Authors:   State Institution ", DĄBROWSKI Тomasz ,   Lukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Exploitation Technology",   , Radom, Republic of Poland, LUKIANOVA Larysa ,   Ivan Ziaziun Institute of Pedagogical Education and Adult Education of the National Academy of Educational Sciences, Kyiv, Ukraine
Published: May 2024

Background. The analytical article is devoted to the problem of legislative regulation of adult education in the Republic of Poland and Ukraine. The purpose of the article is to highlight the peculiarities of the legislative provision of adult education in both countries. The key role currently played by adult education in solving modern challenges, overcoming social inequality, is characterized and the development of this educational direction as an integral component of lifelong education is highlighted. The progressive changes that have taken place recently in the field of legal regulation in Poland and Ukraine are outlined. Methods. The following methods were used in the research process: descriptive (description of the current legislation in the field of adult education in Poland and Ukraine), historical (identification of changes in the researched phenomenon that occurred over time), comparative (identification of common and distinctive features of legislative provision in both countries) and inductive (formulating generalizations based on specific observations). The scientific explorations of Polish and Ukrainian scientists in the field of andragogy and adult education are characterized. Results. Based on the results of the analysis of legislative and regulatory documents (laws, regulations, government resolutions), it was concluded that the adult education system in Poland is regulated by a set of laws, the main ones of which are the Law on the Education System and the Law on Promotion of Employment and Labor Market Institutions. Conclusions. The importance of normative and legal provision of adult education in Ukraine is substantiated, the importance of which is strengthened by the conditions caused by the military aggression of the Russian Federation. The current legislative acts regulating individual components of adult education in Ukraine have been analyzed. The content of the draft Law on Adult Education has been revealed. A comparative analysis of the current legislative provision of adult education in Poland and Ukraine was carried out, in particular, similar and distinctive features characteristic of both countries were identified. The progressive changes that have taken place recently in the field of regulatory regulation in both countries are outlined. It has been established that the development of adult education systems in Poland and Ukraine reflects the leading general European trends and at the same time has mental features unique to them. The results of understanding the content of the study can be useful for the development of relevant legislation in both countries.
Contribution of Professor O. Dmytrouk in the practical training of geographers at the Faculty of Geography of Taras Shevchenko Kyiv National University
Authors:   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine, Liubitseva O.
Published: May 2024

The role of professor O. Dmytrouk in the practical training of geographers. The article was prepared based on the personal memories of the author. The main attention is paid to the winter educational and methodological practice, which took place in the second half of the 1990s at the Faculty of Geography at the Yasinyan educational and scientific base of the Faculty of Geography of Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv (Rakhiv District, Zakarpattia Oblast). This practice was initiated by Oleksandr Dmytruk.
Water bodies of Ukraine: water quality and recreation
Authors:   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine, Khilchevskyi V. K. , Zabokrytska M. R. ,   Lesya Ukrainka Volyn National University, Lutsk, Ukraine
Published: May 2024

The purpose of this study is to generalize approaches to water quality assessment of water bodies of Ukraine from the point of view of their recreational use. The use of the water area and coast of water bodies for recreational purposes, including swimming, rest, relaxation, physical exercise and aesthetic pleasure, has significant benefits for the restoration of human health. Considerable attention is paid to the study of this issue and the implementation of practical measures in the world. Thus, in the European Union there is a directive 2006/7/EC on the management of the quality of bathing water (2006), in the USA the law on the assessment of the condition of beaches and the protection of coastal areas was adopted (2000). The World Health Organization (WHO) under the UN periodically issues recommendations on the quality of recreational water. One of the important infrastructural factors, on which the water quality of a water body used for recreational purposes depends to a certain extent, is compliance with the relevant requirements for the arrangement of beaches. Monitoring by the Ministry of Health of Ukraine on the sea beaches of Odesa, Mykolaiv, Kherson, Zaporizhzhya and Donetsk regions (49 beaches) during May–August 2021 showed compliance with water quality standards: according to microbiological indicators – by 85.5–99.1%; according to chemical indicators - by 84.9–100%. The FEO International Jury awards beaches with an environmental certificate provided they meet the criteria of the Blue Flag program. In Ukraine, which joined the program in 2010, 19 beaches were awarded the Blue Flag certificate in 2021. Unfortunately, due to the full-scale aggression of the Russian Federation, which began on February 24, 2022, a certain part of the territory in the east and southeast of Ukraine is currently temporarily occupied, the water infrastructure is being destroyed, which will have to be restored after the end of the war.
Virtual tourism - an accessible type of tourism
Authors:   University of Trade and Economics of Kyiv, Ukraine, Chernega O.M.
Published: May 2024

Digitization effectively permeates every industry in this era of globalization and world change. The tourism industry is no exception, where elements of digitization and digitization are used and involved. As a result of the integration of technologies in the tourism industry, such a concept as "virtual or digital tourism" will appear. This is a modern full-fledged type of tourism, which is popular among all audiences of visitors. The phenomenon of virtualization is becoming relevant because the consumer of the service and the tourist service itself are changing, and it is becoming flexible to such visitors as inclusive tourists. But the formation of the service is influenced by other factors of world globalization - the development of technologies, psychological factors of the visitor's perception of the service. Virtual tourism, as a separate type of tourism, does not limit visitors either in movements, not in time, or in space. Therefore, virtual tourism is gaining momentum and popularity among all audiences of consumers of tourist services in the virtual world. One of its functions is as a prelude to a real trip. However, for the audience of inclusive tourists, it is a full-price and affordable replacement for traveling in physical space. But such tourists can apply for the definition category - "virtual tourist".
Psychological Separation from Parents in Adolescence in the Context of Value and Semantic Orientations
Authors: Korennaia A.V. , Ralnikova I.A.
Published: May 2024

Relevance. The problem of psychological separation in adolescence comes up against many contradictions, such as high demands of society to the young generation and difficulties on the way to comply with them (prolongation of the adolescent period, dependence on parents, personal immaturity, infantilism, instability of axiological orientations, etc.). Aim. The goal is to study the relationship between the level of separation anxiety, components of psychological separation from parents and axiological and life–purpose orientations in adolescence. Materials and methods. Adult Separation Anxiety Questionnaire ASA–27, adapted by A.A. Dityuk Hoffman’s questionnaire of psychological separation, D.A. Leontyev’s test of life–purpose orientations, E.B. Fantalova’s «Level of Value and Availability Ratio in Different Life Spheres». Sampling: 98 students of higher and secondary specialized educational institutions at the age of 17–21 years (52% boys and 48% girls). Results and conclusions. Components of psychological separation from parents in adolescence is uneven; psychological separation from parents has been partially completed. Separation from the mother is more pronounced than from the father. Separation anxiety is expressed to a moderate degree. The conflicting style of separation prevails. Attitudinal separation from parents has been achieved to a greater extent affective and behavioral separations are insufficiently formed; in boys and girls, pronounced separation anxiety is associated with unformed life–purpose orientations and motivational and personal integration in the «value–availability» plane in the areas of «happy family life», «materially secure life», «freedom»; incomplete separation from the mother and the presence of meaning in life for her children are interconnected; incomplete separation from the father is associated with the present life–meaning crisis in his children.
Ultrastructure of neuron-glia interaction in the norm and experimental pathology
Authors: Shishkova E. A. , Rogachevsky V. V.
Published: May 2024

Long-term experience was gained in analyzing synapses and their glial surroundings in normal, natural, and experimental models of functional plasticity and brain pathology development. However, most studies in this area rely on electrophysiological techniques combined with fluorescent imaging. Notably, fine synapse structure and astrocytic processes cannot be resolved using light or some electron microscopy techniques. Studies on experimental brain pathology using volume electron microscopy methods [1] were previously restricted due to their high labor intensity. However, automated methods for sample preparation and analysis, using machine vision and artificial intelligence, significantly simplified this task.
Using transmission electron microscopy methods and 3D reconstructions, this study examined the Str. radiatum CA1 hippocampal region of rat brains in a chronic lithium-pilocarpine model of epilepsy. The results indicate a decrease in synaptic number along with an increase in their size and a reduction in astrocytic isolation of the active zones. A decrease in glial ensheathment of enlarged active zones and facilitation of neurotransmitter diffusion to active synapses may have a multiplicative effect on epileptiform activity growth and excitotoxicity.
The simplification of the astrocytes meshwork in the somatosensory cortex’s layer 2/3 is comparable to that of layer 1. This decrease in layer 1’s inhibitory action enables pyramidal neurons in layer 2/3 to potentially exhibit epileptiform activity. Thus, the superficial cortical layers’ structural-functional aspects can be used as a natural cellular model in epilepsy development studies.
Reduction of Ca2+ events in astrocyte processes in lithium-pilocarpine induced epilepsy may result from the low buffer capacity of Ca2+ ions in the smooth endoplasmic reticulum (sER) and/or impaired Ca2+ wave transmission through the gap junctions between astrocytic processes. High resolution is necessary to analyze the gap junctions, and special methods are required for sER visualization in perisynaptic astrocytic processes.
We developed original sER staining methods [2] to quantitatively evaluate gap junctions and sER cisternae within astrocytic meshworks in layers 1 and 2/3 of the somatosensory cortex. In layer 1, the area of gap junctions in relation to the volume of an astrocyte was twice as high as in layer 2/3. The proportion of sER volume differed between layer 1 and layer 2/3 tissues. Specifically, the total sER cisternae volume in layer 2/3 was twice as high as in layer 1, relative to the volume of astrocytic processes [3]. Additionally, a doubling of single astrocytic gap junction area concomitant with decreased calcium events was observed.
The results suggest a normal balance between Ca2+ stores (sER) and gap junctions, whose disruption may contribute to the development of seizures.
Analysis of the hippocampal neural network activity in vivo by miniature fluorescence microscopy in neurological pathologies
Authors: Gerasimov E. I. , Mitenev A. V. , Pchitskaya E. I. , Chukanov V. S. , Bezprozvannyi I. B.
Published: May 2024

Miniature fluorescent microscopy is a method that enables neurobiologists to visualize and record neuronal activity of a specific brain region in vivo in freely moving mice [1]. The use of miniscope presents a novel approach for acquiring extensive data on the structure, function, and organization of the neuronal network in the region of interest at the in vivo level [2, 3]. In this way, the use of miniscope could also identify changes caused by pathological conditions, such as seizures, neurodegenerative diseases, and neurological complications resulting from past viral infections, like influenza virus. Data obtained through miniature fluorescent microscopy contains information on the functioning properties and original connections of hundreds of simultaneously recorded neurons. Our group developed an open-source toolbox to move from qualitative to quantitative analysis of recorded data, providing neurobiologists with statistical metrics from miniscope processed recordings through “Minian” [4]. Neuronal network state was defined in open-field test conditions under normal circumstances using a self-developed toolbox in the current study.
In this study, 5-month-old wild B6SJL mice were injected with AAV-GCaMP6f virus in the hippocampus. After 3 weeks, a gradient lens was implanted over the hippocampus with baseplate fixation. Changes in calcium levels were measured using Miniscope v3 in the “open field” test. A software package was created for quantitative analysis of the neuron activity data. As a result, the study concluded that the most consistent data over the course of five days were the Pearson correlation coefficient for the active spike method (based on binary results from active phase segmentation) and the network degree level (the ratio of interconnected neurons depending on the presence of a connection). These measures displayed a high level of stability throughout the recordings. Furthermore, the PCA method applied to the calculated statistics indicated a close relationship between the coordinates that described the activity of the hippocampal neuronal network during the five-day testing period.
The miniscope technique appears to be an effective tool for identifying shifts in neuronal networks during the progression of neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s disease [5]. It may also aid in detecting possible changes following neurological complications related to viral infections.
Inferring the Focal Depths of Small Earthquakes in Southern California Using Physics-Based Waveform Features
Authors: Koper Keith D. , Burlacu Relu , Murray Riley , Baker Ben , Tibi Rigobert , Mueen Abdullah
Published: May 2024

Determining the depths of small crustal earthquakes is challenging in many regions of the world, because most seismic networks are too sparse to resolve trade-offs between depth and origin time with conventional arrival-time methods. Precise and accurate depth estimation is important, because it can help seismologists discriminate between earthquakes and explosions, which is relevant to monitoring nuclear test ban treaties and producing earthquake catalogs that are uncontaminated by mining blasts. Here, we examine the depth sensitivity of several physics-based waveform features for ∼8000 earthquakes in southern California that have well-resolved depths from arrival-time inversion. We focus on small earthquakes (2<ML<4) recorded at local distances (<150 km), for which depth estimation is especially challenging. We find that differential magnitudes (Mw/ML–Mc) are positively correlated with focal depth, implying that coda wave excitation decreases with focal depth. We analyze a simple proxy for relative frequency content, Φ≡log10(M0)+3log10(fc), and find that source spectra are preferentially enriched in high frequencies, or “blue-shifted,” as focal depth increases. We also find that two spectral amplitude ratios Rg 0.5–2 Hz/Sg 0.5–8 Hz and Pg/Sg at 3–8 Hz decrease as focal depth increases. Using multilinear regression with these features as predictor variables, we develop models that can explain 11%–59% of the variance in depths within 10 subregions and 25% of the depth variance across southern California as a whole. We suggest that incorporating these features into a machine learning workflow could help resolve focal depths in regions that are poorly instrumented and lack large databases of well-located events. Some of the waveform features we evaluate in this study have previously been used as source discriminants, and our results imply that their effectiveness in discrimination is partially because explosions generally occur at shallower depths than earthquakes.
An Update on Interprofessional Education and Practice in North Carolina: The State of the State
Authors: Forcina Jill , Zomorodi Meg
Published: May 2024

Team-based care, the optimal result of interprofessional education and often referred to as interprofessional practice, is a critical ingredient in the success of efforts to address health and workforce needs. Articles in this issue provide an update on what has occurred across North Carolina related to team-based care since this journal last covered it in 2018, highlighting innovations and infrastructure that address health equity, population-based care, reducing costs, and increasing quality.
Comparative proteomic analysis of renal tissue of normotensive and hypertensive rats
Authors: Buneeva O.A. , Fedchenko V.I. , Kaloshina S.A. , Zavyalova M.G. , Zgoda V.G. , Medvedev A.E.
Published: May 2024

Comparative proteomic analysis of kidney tissue from normotensive (WKY) and spontaneously hypertensive (SHR) rats revealed quantitative and qualitative changes in renal proteins. The number of renal proteins specific for WKY rats (blood pressure 110–120 mm Hg) was 13–16. There were 20–24 renal proteins specific for SHR (blood pressure 180 mm Hg and more). The total number of identified renal proteins common for both rat strains included 972–975 proteins. A pairwise comparison of all possible (SHR-WKY) variants identified 8 proteins specific only for normotensive (WKY) animals, and 7 proteins specific only for hypertensive ones (SHR). Taking into consideration their biological roles, the lack of some enzyme proteins in hypertensive rats (for example, biliverdin reductase A) reduces the production of molecules exhibiting antihypertensive properties, while the appearance of others (e.g. betaine-homocysteine S-methyltransferase 2, septin 2, etc.) can be interpreted as a compensatory reaction. Renal proteins with altered relative content (with more than 2.5-fold change) accounted for no more than 5% of all identified proteins. Among the proteins with an increased relative content in hypertensive animals, the largest group consisted of proteins involved in the processes of energy generation and carbohydrate metabolism, as well as antioxidant and protective proteins. In the context of the development of hypertension, the identified relative changes can apparently be considered compensatory. Among the proteins with the most pronounced decrease in the relative content in hypertensive rats, the dramatic reduction in acyl-CoA medium-chain synthetase-3 (ACSM3) appears to make an important contribution to the development of renal pathology in these animals.
Assessing prescribing practices in a rural hospital: A cross-sectional study using WHO prescribing indicators
Authors: Abraham Jijo P. , Giri Reena R. , Jaiswal Kavita M.
Published: May 2024

This cross-sectional study aims to assess the prescribing practices of physicians at a rural hospital in Western India, focusing on adherence to WHO prescribing indicators. The main research question addressed the extent of alignment with optimal prescribing standards.

1: Evaluate prescribing patterns in a rural hospital using WHO indicators. 2: Assess alignment with WHO standards and identify areas for improvement. 3: Understand demographic influences on prescribing. 4: Provide insights for optimizing rural healthcare delivery.

A prospective, descriptive, cross-sectional approach was employed in the outpatient department of the rural hospital. A total of 604 prescriptions were sampled over two months, and data were collected using a random sampling method. The study followed ethical standards, and prescriptions were analyzed for demographic characteristics, prescribing patterns, and adherence to WHO indicators.

The average number of drugs per prescription was 3.5, indicating a tendency towards polypharmacy. While 86% of drugs were prescribed generically, the study revealed areas of suboptimal adherence to WHO prescribing indicators, including antibiotic prescriptions (29%) and injectable use (50%). The analysis also highlighted disparities in prescribing patterns based on gender and age.

The study provides valuable insights into prescribing practices in a rural healthcare setting, emphasizing the need for interventions to streamline prescriptions and enhance adherence to global standards. The identified areas for improvement include addressing polypharmacy, promoting generic prescribing, and optimizing antibiotic and injectable use.
A study on appropriate use and stewardship of proton pump inhibitors
Authors: Mondal Naresh , Maity Shilpi , Phawa Alamki , Roy Bireswar , Satheesh Kumar E. , Narayana Swamy V.B
Published: May 2024

Objective: To analyze the prescribing pattern of use of PPI with respect to “FDA-Approved Indications and Doses for PPI Therapy.” 

Materials and Methods: After obtaining approval from the Institutional Ethics Committee, a cross-sectional study was carried out among 400 inpatients in a tertiary care hospital in Bangalore. The data were collected from the patient case profile and prescriptions and noted in a self-designed data collection form. The statistical analysis of the collected data was performed using SPSS software and Excel. 

Results: The study, conducted on 400 patients, revealed a male majority (60%) and a female representation of 40%. Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs), mainly Pantoprazole (74.70%), were frequently prescribed, notably in General Medicine (220 patients). PPI use was generally appropriate: indication (99%), dose (97%), frequency (92.8%), and duration (91.8%). However, irrational prescriptions were noted: indication (1%), dose (3%), frequency (7.3%), and duration (8.3%). 139 drug interactions were identified, categorized into Major (39.6%), Moderate (46%), and Minor (14.4%). For example, Ondansetron and tramadol exhibited a major interaction. Among PPI combinations, 93.75% could affect CYP2C19 metabolism, and 6.3% had additive/synergistic toxicity potential.
The influence of pressure on the structural and electronic properties of Bi
Authors: Abdel Rahim G. Patricia , Rodríguez Martínez Jairo Arbey , Moreno-Armenta María Guadalupe
Published: May 2024

Calculation of the structural and electronic properties of Bi was carried out in the framework of density functio- nal theory (DFT). The graphs of energy vs. volume for some possible structures show that the most stable one is the rhombohedral; the others are metastable. We also found two phase transitions induced by pressure. The most important result of this research is the prediction about the existence of FCC structure of Bi at higher pres- sures than ~3GPa. The electronic properties for the rhombohedral structure show that our calculations are in overall good agreement with other calculations. This agreement serves o validate the pseudo Bi.pbe-dn-kjpaw. UPF. Therefore, the above-mentioned is suitable for use in future calculations.
Foreword
Authors: Roa-Rojas Jairo , Parra Vargas Carlos Arturo
Published: May 2024

The Latin American Symposium on Solid State Physics (SLAFES) started in Caracas, Venezuela, and over time the symposia have taken place in 9 different Latin American countries. The last five events took place in Mérida, Venezuela (2002), Havana, Cuba (2004), Puebla, Mexico (2006), Puerto Iguazú, Argentina (2008), and Maragogi, Brazil (2011).
During the last years, in the different editions of the SLAFES, the aim has been to bring together researchers from Latin America and renowned scientists from around the world invited to a unique forum to discuss the latest developments regarding Solid State Physics.
The XXIst SLAFES version featured the participation of experts in various areas of Solid State Physics from countries such as Belgium, United States, Spain, Ireland, Chile, and Brazil, had 270 submitted works, and was attended by about 140 researchers.
The development of this event was made possible by financial support from Universidad Pedagógica y Tecnológica de Colombia, Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Universidad del Norte (Barranquilla), Universidad del Magdalena, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, and the Academia Colombiana de Ciencias Exactas, Físicas y Naturales.
Prediction of clog time of amorphous silica in the pipes of the wells from Los Humeros geothermal field – A new geochemical model along with a computational algorithm
Authors: Mishra Sumit , González-Partida Eduardo , Camprubí Antoni , Verma Sanjeet K. , Pandarinath Kailasa , Pérez-Rodríguez Renée , Madondo Joseph
Published: May 2024

The primary objective of this article is to introduce a physicochemical model along with a computational algorithm that is valuable for quantifying the occurrence of silica scaling and fouling within geothermal production wells. This model utilizes two-phase flow parameters, temperature and pressure profiles, as well as brine composition to forecast the timing of production pipe constriction caused by amorphous silica deposition over time. The model is applicable to systems with temperatures ranging from 270°C to 305°C, vapor pressures ranging from 55 to 93 bars, and enthalpies ranging from 1189 kJ/kg to 1400 kJ/kg. The predictive model was calibrated using data gathered from six distinct wells within the Los Humeros geothermal field in Mexico, and subsequently, it was applied to forecast outcomes in two additional wells. When the conditions of temperature, pressure, and enthalpy remain relatively constant throughout the production process, the model developed in this study accurately predicts the times at which a certain percentage of pipe sealing occurs in wells with high volumetric fractions of liquid (εl>0.5) and temperatures between 270°C and 305°C. The prediction error is less than 3%.
Ganadería de carne: su contribución al cambio climático y su creciente presión sobre los recursos naturales
Authors: De la Torre Raúl
Published: May 2024

Ganadería de carne: su contribución al cambio climático y su creciente presión sobre los recursos naturales
Promoting multilingualism and executive functions: a cross-cultural study on language learning support
Authors: Shaaban Tahany S. , Mohamed Amr M. , Mohd Nasim Saleem , Janada Rose A. , Alfaisal Aseel , Mujeeba Syeda
Published: May 2024

This cross-cultural study examined the impact of multilingualism on executive functions in adults. The research sought to understand how language diversity influences cognitive abilities, particularly executive functions, across different cultural backgrounds. The study used email interviews with five open-ended questions to examine difficulties and methods for helping teachers and parents with language learning. Six ESL teachers and six Arabic-speaking parents whose children were enrolled in the ESL program were purposefully chosen for this study. The study identified the communication and coordination challenges between ESL teachers and parents in supporting language learning among ESL students, emphasizing the importance of trust and respect. Effective strategies for language acquisition, such as regular communication, integrating language learning into daily routines, utilizing technology, and involving children in cultural events, were identified. Inclusive teaching practices and the role of caregivers in language learning were also discussed as significant factors. Diverse participants should be involved in future research on language learning support while exploring effective collaborative strategies and multiculturalism.
Thermal, mechanical and electrical properties of selected tropical roots and tubers crops
Authors: Arisa Ngozi U , Olurin Taiwo O , Ajibode Oluwasegun Oluwagbenga
Published: May 2024

Roots and tubers, essential food crops with substantial industrial potential in Sub-Saharan Africa, face underutilization in Nigeria, where only approximately 5 % of the produced root and tuber crops find industrial applications. This study explores the physical, thermal, mechanical, and electrical properties of water yam (Dioscorearotundata), white yam (Dioscoreaalata), bitter yam (Dioscoreadumetorum), cocoyam (Colocasia esculenta), and sweet potato (Ipomoeabatatas). The weight of the roots varied widely, ranging from 41.22 g to 1169.80 g for cocoyams and white yams, while density varied from 1332.99 g/mm³ to 1990.35 g/mm³ for cocoyam and bitter yam, respectively. Thermal conductivity of the products ranged from 0.4042 to 0.4729 Wm⁻¹K⁻¹, with specific heat capacity, latent heat of fusion, and thermal diffusivity measured between 0.4042 to 0.4729 Wm⁻¹K⁻¹, 2.777 to 3.303 S/cm, 167.44 to 228.54 kJ Kg⁻¹K⁻¹, and 6.414 to 9.933 kJ K⁻¹, respectively. Compressive and tensile strengths varied from 0.609 to 2.354 kN and 0.091 to 0.822 kN, respectively, showcasing notable differences among the root and tuber crops. Furthermore, the electrical conductivity ranged from 1145 to 1701 μS/cm. This study underscores the significant variations in the physical characteristics of root and tuber crops. Notably, the thermal properties, mechanical properties, and electrical conductivity of these crops exhibit interdependence, likely influenced by moisture content.
My Non-Philosophical Generation
Authors: Popova O.V.
Published: May 2024

The essayistic notes contain memories of student life in the late 90s - early 2000s, which allow us to give some idea of ​​the peculiarities of the formation of a philosopher in a university environment, his adaptation to life in a hostel and the city space.
Crisis del 2008 y su incidencia en la salud. Un análisis de lo que sucedió en la provincia de Cádiz
Authors: Oñate-Tenorio Antonio , Muñoz-Sánchez Práxedes , Oñate Tenorio María de los Santos
Published: May 2024

Las crisis económicas provocan una serie de problemas relacionados con la salud, como la disminución de los recursos sanitarios públicos, la pérdida de relaciones sociales e incluso la pérdida intencionada de la vida por suicidio. Este artículo presenta una investigación que analiza la relación entre salud y crisis económicas. Su objetivo es revelar no solo los efectos de las recesiones económicas en los estados de salud individuales, sino también las repercusiones más amplias en la salud pública. La exploración se lleva a cabo mediante una metodología cualitativa híbrida basada en 21 entrevistas en profundidad y sesiones realizadas con dos  grupos focales. Estos debates ponen de relieve los problemas relacionados con la salud de las personas durante las crisis económicas, incluida la mala alimentación y las repercusiones en la vida familiar. En particular, el estudio también aborda cuestiones como las dificultades para adquirir medicamentos durante las recesiones económicas y la desatención de las patologías no relacionadas con la COVID-19 durante la reciente pandemia de COVID-19. La investigación concluye que las crisis influyen negativamente en dos ámbitos principales: la reducción de los servicios sanitarios básicos y el deterioro de la salud de las personas, lo que conlleva posteriormente una disminución de su bienestar social general.
Vorwort
Authors: Rohr Christian
Published: May 2024

Universitäre Weiterbildung und Digitalisierung im Umbruch – zwischen COVID und der immer prominenteren Rolle Künstlicher Intelligenz
Weisses Papier, weisse Archive. Über die Notwendigkeit der Dekolonisierung von Schweizer Archiven
Authors: Willi Stephanie
Published: May 2024

Die Debatte über die Dekolonisierung von Geschichte und Gedächtnisinstitutionen wird aktuell in der Schweiz hauptsächlich von Museen und ethnographischen Sammlungen geführt. Es müssen aber auch andere Gedächtniseinrichtungen wie Bibliotheken und Archive hinterfragt werden. Sie sind Orte, in denen Wissen und Material aus und über koloniale Kontexte gesammelt und aufbewahrt werden, und sie nehmen eine grosse Verantwortung ein, wie mit der kolonialen Vergangenheit umzugehen ist. Denn, obwohl die Schweiz nie Kolonien besass, war sie Teil von kolonialen Verstrickungen, weshalb sich in Schweizer Archiven Bestände mit kolonialem Bezug finden. Die aktuelle Untätigkeit der Archive in diesem Bereich bedeutet, dass unterdrückende, rassistische Strukturen weiterhin unterstützt werden. Eine dekoloniale Archivpraxis und -politik trägt dazu bei, das Archiv inklusiver und diverser zu gestalten. Dieser Artikel möchte einen Beitrag dazu leisten und zeigt praktische Handlungsoptionen auf.
Psychologia diety
Authors: Ogden Jane , Piszczek Katarzyna
Published: May 2024

Dlaczego niektórzy przybierają zbyt dużo na wadze? Dlaczego tak trudno jest schudnąć? W jaki sposób możemy wprowadzić w życie zdrowe podejście do jedzenia?
W Psychologii diety przedstawiono obszerne i zrównoważone spojrzenie na przyczyny przyrostu masy ciała oraz wyzwania związane z dietą. Poprzez prezentację poznawczych, emocjonalnych i społecznych czynników sprawiających, że ludzie podejmują złe decyzje dotyczące jedzenia, autorka książki objaśnia, co to znaczy dobrze się odżywiać. Dzięki zrozumieniu ludzkiej psychiki pokazuje, jak możemy zmienić nasze niezdrowe przyzwyczajenia i potencjalnie schudnąć.
W czasach, kiedy wiele osób ma problemy z nadwagą i otyłością, Psychologia diety pomaga odkryć, że nie istnieje dieta-cud, ale to nasze umysły kontrolują wybory żywieniowe, jakich dokonujemy.
Evangelización, cartografía y discurso colonial El mapa de 1713 de la misión jesuita de Mojos
Authors: Cañeque Alejandro
Published: May 2024

Este artículo analiza el significado histórico de un folleto impreso hacia 1713 por la Compañía de Jesús para promocionar la misión de Mojos, situada en el nordeste de la actual Bolivia. Aunque los historiadores generalmente se refieren a este documento como «el mapa de la misión de Mojos», en este estudio se argumenta que el folleto de 1713 es mucho más que un mapa, pudiéndose entender como el equivalente de una típica crónica misional jesuita. Esto es de gran relevancia, pues la Compañía de Jesús siempre marcó la consolidación de sus numerosas misiones en América con la publicación de una magna crónica con la que publicitar sus esfuerzos evangelizadores. En el caso de Mojos, aunque nunca se publicaría una crónica de la misión, el folleto de 1713 cumple dicha función, pues no solo está estructurado de la misma forma que la típica crónica misional jesuita, cuyo modelo había sido establecido por José de Acosta a finales del siglo XVI, sino que además sigue, de manera fiel, todos los principios discursivos que dieron forma a las crónicas jesuitas.
El ceremonial republicano y los rituales políticos de la Confederación Perú-Boliviana, 1821-1839
Authors: Forsyth Michael
Published: May 2024

Este artículo aborda la evolución del ceremonial peruano y su relación con los cambiantes contextos políticos desde la independencia hasta el final de la Guerra de restauración dirigida por Agustín Gamarra, para comprender la falta de rituales políticos que caracterizó a la Confederación Perú-Boliviana. Para ello, se han utilizado fuentes primarias como el diario El Peruano y Guías de forasteros entre 1821 y 1840, así como documentos oficiales de la Confederación Perú-Boliviana y la Colección de leyes, decretos y órdenes publicadas en el Perú desde el año de 1821 hasta el 31 de diciembre de 1859. La investigación busca mostrar que el proyecto santacrucino careció de prácticas rituales esenciales para materializarse, pese a la voluntad del gobierno confederal por contar con ellos.
Application of Predatory Bacteria in the Prevention and Control of Aquaculture Diseases
Authors: Chen Xiaoli , Liu Shuangping , Mao Jian
Published: May 2024

The green and healthy development of aquaculture is an important guarantee for food security. Pathogenic bacteria are a major factor constraining the development of aquaculture. Predatory bacteria are a class of potentially beneficial bacteria that can be used as an alternative to antibiotics for the prevention and control of aquatic animal diseases. This article reviews the application of predatory bacteria in the prevention and control of aquaculture diseases, discusses their potential as probiotics, and also points out some unresolved issues, including limited bacterial resources, insufficient studies on biological and ecological properties, lack of systematic safety and
Relación entre el uso de redes sociales, actitud e intención de compra de productos de Skincare en Lima moderna, 2022
Authors:   , Garibay Burgos Diana Carolina , Baca Garcia Carla Dalia
Published: May 2024

El propósito de la presente investigación es identificar si existe una relación entre el uso de las redes sociales, la actitud e intención de compra hacia los productos skincare en mujeres de Lima moderna. En este sentido, se espera que los resultados del estudio aporten al entendimiento de las motivaciones de compra de las consumidoras de productos de skincare. Así mismo, se ha realizado una investigación cuantitativa en la cual se ha utilizado una metodología descriptiva correlacional mediante la realización de encuestas con una muestra de 200 mujeres de Lima Moderna. Por este motivo, se ha utilizado la herramienta estadística SPSS. Asimismo, para el sustento de esta investigación, se ha considerado un estudio previo denominado Social Media Goes Green-The Impact of Social Media on Green Cosmetics Purchase Motivation and Intention (2020). El resultado principal de la investigación es que existe relación entre el uso de las redes sociales y la intención de compra. Finalmente, al analizar y organizar las muestras, se pudo observar que no todas las variables presentan correlaciones entre sí. Por ejemplo, la actitud no guarda ninguna relación con las variables mencionadas anteriormente. En contraste, las variables que lo están son las redes sociales y la intención de compra.
Recursos del periodismo narrativo para escribir sobre conflictos sociales en el Perú a través de las crónicas de Marco Avilés y Joseph Zárate
Authors:   , Gonzales Medina Alejandro D’ Jesus
Published: May 2024

En este trabajo de investigación se trazó el compromiso de hacer un análisis de las técnicas y herramientas del periodismo narrativo para escribir sobre conflictos sociales en el Perú. Para ello, se determinó la elección de dos cronistas peruanos contemporáneos que publicaron textos de esta temática en sus respectivos libros. Asimismo, la cantidad de crónicas seleccionadas responde a dos por cada autor. Ellos son Marco Avilés y Joseph Zárate, quienes publicaron los títulos De dónde venimos los cholos y Guerras del interior, respectivamente.  En un escenario de conflictos, la presencia del periodismo resulta necesaria. El periodismo narrativo, entonces, se caracteriza por mantenerlas presentes por el propio estilo y mirada del periodista. A partir de ello, esta investigación se concluye relevante, pues permitirá comparar el enfoque de cada cronista para escribir sobre conflictos sociales.
Asociación entre la diabetes mellitus y la hipertensión arterial con el deterioro cognitivo en una población del norte del Perú
Authors:   , Díaz Ruíz-González José Andrés , Carrasco Zavala Joaquin
Published: May 2024

Antecedentes: La multimorbilidad es un factor de riesgo para el deterioro cognitivo (DC). La Diabetes Mellitus tipo 2 (DM) y la Hipertensión (HTA) son enfermedades relacionadas al mismo. Sin embargo, la asociación entre multimorbilidad por ambas condiciones y el DC no ha sido estudiada en países de medianos y bajos ingresos, en donde la magnitud de asociación podría ser distinta. Objetivos: Evaluar la asociación entre multimorbilidad por DM e HTA con el DC en Tumbes, Perú. Materiales y métodos: Análisis secundario de base de datos de un estudio transversal en Tumbes. La variable de exposición fue la multimorbilidad por ambas enfermedades y la variable desenlace fue el DC, definiéndose cómo un puntaje en el Test cognitivo de Leganés ≤ 26. Se estimaron prevalencias de las variables de interés. Se empleó el modelo lineal generalizado y se estimó la razón de prevalencia (RP) con su intervalo de confianza al 95 % (IC95%). Se realizó el análisis por subgrupos de edad. Resultados: El promedio de edad fue 48.2 años, con un 50.3% de participantes mujeres. La prevalencia de DC y multimorbilidad fue de 34.4% y 3.5%, respectivamente. El análisis ajustado no evidenció asociación entre multimorbilidad y DC (RP 1.32 IC95% 0.97–1.81). Sin embargo, la HTA aislada se asoció a mayor DC (RP 1.2 IC95% 1.04–1.45). Finalmente, en el subgrupo de ≥ 50 años se encontró asociación entre ambas variables en el modelo ajustado (RP 1.45 1.04–2.01). Conclusiones: No se encontró asociación entre multimorbilidad por DM e HTA con el DC.