bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Charles Ponzi Saadet Zinciri Vakası
Authors: Şahin Ayşegül
Published: October 2024

Saadet zincirleri kişilere yüksek getiri vaat eden bir tür finansal dolandırıcılık sistemidir. 20. yüzyılın başlarında iletişim imkanlarının kısıtlı olduğu dönemde ortaya çıkan bu sistemler, günümüz dijital dünyasında da yeni girişimlerle sıklıkla karşımıza çıkmaktadır. Saadet zincirlerinde kısa sürede yüksek kazanç vaat edilirken, gerçekte hiçbir ürün veya hizmet satılmamaktadır. Karmaşık bir organizasyon yapısı ile sistemin anlaşılması engellenmektedir. Zincire ilk katılanlara getiriler ödenerek sisteme güven sağlanmaktadır. Yeni yatırımcılar bulunduğu sürece sistem devam ederken, yatırımcı bulunamadığı gün zincir çökmektedir. 
Yapılan araştırmalara göre finansal okuryazarlığı düşük olan bireylerin bu zincirlere katılma eğilimi yüksektir. Aşırı özgüven ve açgözlülük hisleri ile riskleri göz ardı eden bireyler bu zincirlere inanmaktadır. Özellikle ekonomik güçlük yaşayan bireyler bu zincirlerin mağduru olmaktadır. Demografik özellikler açısından orta yaşlıların, orta düzey gelir seviyesinde olanların ve özellikle erkeklerin, bu zincirlere katılma eğilimin daha yüksek olduğu görülmektedir.
Charles Ponzi, 1920’de Amerika Birleşik Devletleri’nde kurduğu şirket üzerinden, tarihte bilinen en eski saadet zincirini yaratmış, sistemin kendi soyadı ile “Ponzi Şeması” olarak anılmasına sebep olmuştur. Yatırımcılardan küçük miktarlarda fon toplayan Ponzi, 45 günde %50, 90 günde %100 gibi yüksek getiriler vaat etmiştir. Sekiz ay gibi kısa bir sürede çok fazla yatırımcıya ulaşan Ponzi, bugünkü değeri 220 milyon dolara ulaşan dolandırıcılıktan sorumlu tutulmuş ve on dört yıl hapisle cezalandırılmıştır.
Finansal dolandırıcılıkların artması, finansal aktörlere ve finansal araçlara olan toplumsal güveni yıkmakta, finansal mekanizma işleyişine zarar vermektedir. Zincir kurucularının bu dolandırıcılık girişimlerinde bulunmaması için düzenleyici ve kanun koyuculara görev düşmektedir. Saadet zincirlerine katılımların engellemesi için bireylerin finansal okur yazarlık düzeylerinin arttırılması önerilmektedir.
Enron Vakası
Authors: Kahramani Koç Azize
Published: October 2024

2001 yılında meydana gelen Enron skandalı sadece Amerika’yı değil aynı zamanda tüm dünyadaki finansal piyasaları önemli derecede etkileyen bir mali çöküştür. Bu çöküş ABD tarihinde yaşanan en büyük iflas aynı zamanda iş dünyasını derinden etkileyen kurumsal bir vaka olarak kabul edilmektedir. Bu olay şirket yöneticisinden şirketin bağımsız denetçisi olan Arthur Andersen’e kadar çok sayıda kişi ve kurumun suçlu bulunup ceza almasına sebep olmuştur. Yaşanan bu skandal yatırımcı güvenini olumsuz yönde etkileyerek ciddi zararlar vermiştir. Tüm emeklilik fonlarını şirket hisselerine yatıran çalışanların ve hissedarların milyarlarca dolar kaybetmesine aynı zamanda şirket çalışanlarının işsiz kalmasına sebep olmuştur. Enron skandalı işletmelerin kendi çıkarları doğrultusunda mali tablolar üzerindeki oyunlarının karanlık yüzünü ortaya çıkarmış ve denetimde şeffaflığın, kurumsal hesap verebilirliğin, tutarlılığın, güvenilir bilginin ve etik iş uygulamalarının önemini vurgulamıştır. Gerek Enron skandalı gerekse diğer işletmelerde yaşanan finansal usulsüzlüklerin tekrar yaşanmalarının engellenebilmesi için birtakım önlemler alınmıştır. Bu önlemlerin en önemlilerinden biri olan Sarbanes-Oxley Yasasıdır. Bu yasa Enron gibi büyük çaplı finansal usulsüzlüklerin tekrar yaşanmaması için ciddi önlemler alınmıştır. Bu çalışmada, büyük bir finansal manipülasyon ve muhasebe hilesi olarak bilinen Enron skandalının tarihsel geçmişi, skandalın ortaya çıkış sebebi, skandalın sonuçları ve çıkarılması gereken dersler üzerinde durulmuştur.
Optimizing purchasing procedures for procurement at serenity spa and salon of Hotel LMB
Authors: Sudarmini Ni Made , Kencanawati Anak Agung Ayu Mirah , Sukmawati Ni Made Rai , Mazher Muhammad Ahmad
Published: October 2024

This study investigates the purchasing procedures for the procurement of goods required by Serenity Spa and Salon at Hotel LMB. The research aims to identify inefficiencies and suggest improvements for a more streamlined process. Data was collected through a combination of qualitative interviews, observation, and document study with key personnel and quantitative analysis of procurement records over the past year. The findings highlight several areas where current practices fall short, particularly in supplier selection and inventory management. Recommendations include adopting a more rigorous supplier evaluation framework and implementing an automated inventory tracking system. These changes are expected to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure timely availability of high-quality products. The study concludes with a discussion of the potential impact on overall service quality at Serenity Spa and Salon.
How the word of mouth marketing strategy influence the consumer buying interest? (A case of genestick product)
Authors: Wenas Pearl Loesye , Natos Christoffer Daniel , Rompas Margresye Diana , Towoliu Benny Irwan
Published: October 2024

The genestick product is a stick-shaped snack product made from onions in the Manado local language called kue kering biji-biji. This cake is produced by students from Politeknik Negeri Manado who are managed in groups in the form of micro-entrepreneurship, since it was sold it has stagnated, because it only uses a promotion strategy using a social media platform. Since the marketing strategy changed through word of mouth marketing, sales have increased. The purpose of this study was to analyze the effect of word of mouth marketing strategies on consumer buying interest in ginestick products. The research method used is quantitative descriptive, with data collection techniques through surveys, of 50 respondents. The analytical tools used are validity and reliability tests, correlation tests, regression tests, determination tests and hypothesis testing through the T test and F test. From some of these tests it is found that consumer buying interest is influenced by word of mouth marketing strategies. At the significance level of the hypothesis test (T and F tests) (0.001) and < the research error rate of 0.05 and with a coefficient of determination of 61.6%, it has a positive effect, which means that the higher the Word of mouth marketing, the higher the buying interest of Genestick product consumers.
Peculiarities of Kant’s Interpretation of the Term ‘Consequence’
Authors: Petrovskaya Anastasia V.
Published: October 2024

Modern formal logic, which is based on Kant’s logical project, interprets logical consequence as formal, which leads to substantive paradoxes that combine any thoughts at all and so to the loss of consequence as such. Beginning with A. Tarski, modern history of logic brings the problem of logical consequence into the realmof search for the relation of consequence, or grounding. In his doctoral dissertation on the nature of logical formality J. MacFarlane claims that the paradoxes of formal theories of logical consequence stem from the loss of grounding by the transcendental system of logic in the post­Kantian logical tradition. Arguably, analysis of logical terminology of consequence in Kant’s seminal works — Critique of Pure Reason, Critique of the Power of Judgment — in comparison with the terminology of earlier works, Prolegomena and lectures on logic attributed to him will clarify the question of the relation oflogical consequence in the formal and non­formal sense. The key concept of consequence in Kant’s terminology is Folgerung, which denotes ‘following’ in logical and non­logical contexts. I have also analysed related concepts: Folge, Abfolge, folglich etc., established dif- ferences between logical terms with similar meaning ‘inference’ (Schluss) and ‘conclusion’ (Konklusion). Finally, I make an attempt to formulate the problem of logical consequence in formal logic through the logical terms Schlussfolge, Folgerung and Konsequenz. On the strength of my analysis I propose to consider Kant’s consequence (Folgerung) to be a concept of transcendental logic that reflects the relation of consequence and grounds formal consequence.
OERinfo-Erklärvideos (3/5): „Wie lizenziert man Open Educational Resources richtig?“ mit Paul Klimpel
Authors: Fischer Georg
Published: October 2024

Welche Lizenz für meine OER? Was ist von der CC-Lizenz genau umfasst? Im Erklärvideo von OERinfo beantwortet Paul Klimpel zentrale und oft gestellte Fragen zur richtigen Lizenz für offene Lehrmaterialien. Paul Klimpel und Till Kreutzer arbeiten als Anwälte bei iRights.Law und engagieren sich als Autoren bei iRights.info. In fünf frisch produzierten Videos erklären sie, wie Open Educational Resources (OER) und das Urheberrecht zusammenhängen.
Surgical treatment of Complicated ductus choledochus hydatidosis during the COVID-19 pandemic: Effectiveness and limitations of radiological services and surgery in extraordinary conditions
Authors: Doklestić-Vasiljev Krstina , Vasin Dragan , Micić Dušan , Grubor Nikola , Resanović Vladimir , Lešević Ivana , Duka Ognjen , Bajić Vinka , Vuković Goran , Mijović Ksenija , Pavlović Aleksandar , Mitrović Jelena , Lončar Zlatibor
Published: October 2024

Abstract: Introduction: While uncomplicated echinococcal cysts can grow in the liver for years without symptoms, complicated hydatid cysts (CHC) present distinct clinical characteristics that necessitate urgent treatment. Case Report: We present a case of acute biliary obstruction, cholangitis, and sepsis due to massive choledocho-hydatididosis in an 84-year-old COVID-positive patient during the COVID-19 pandemic. Imaging revealed a multicystic lesion in liver segments V and VIII that compressed surrounding liver tissue, leading to intrahepatic duct dilation. A daughter cyst in the ductus choledochus was confirmed during surgery. An attempt at endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) was unsuccessful. We performed an open pericystectomy with total cystectomy and choledochotomy, carefully evacuating all hydatid cysts. The postoperative course was uneventful, and the patient was discharged without surgical complications. Conclusion: Complicated hydatid cysts (CHC) leading to acute biliary obstruction require prompt diagnosis and indicate the need for rapid evacuation of the cyst and correction of complications.
Institutionalizing ExpandED Schools: Evaluation Findings from the Second Year of TASC’s National Demonstration
Authors: Sinclair Beth , Russell Christina A. , McCann Colleen , Hildreth Jeanine L.
Published: October 2024

This report discusses findings from year two of a five-year evaluation of The After-School Corporation (TASC)’s model for expanding the school day.
CÁC YẾU TỐ ẢNH HƯỞNG ĐẾN HÀNH VI LỰA CHỌN CÁC TOUR DU LỊCH XANH TẠI HÀ NỘI CỦA SINH VIÊN TRƯỜNG ĐẠI HỌC CÔNG NGHIỆP HÀ NỘI
Authors: Đỗ Hải Hưng  , Nguyễn Thị Thanh Hồng  , Hán Đức Duy
Published: October 2024

Chiến lược phát triển du lịch Việt Nam đến năm 2020, tầm nhìn 2030 khẳng định tầm quan trọng của việc “Phát triển sản phẩm du lịch xanh, tôn trọng yếu tố tự nhiên và văn hóa địa phương”. Nghiên cứu của nhóm chúng tôi nhấn mạnh việc phân tích các yếu tố ảnh hưởng đến hành vi lựa chọn tour du lịch xanh của sinh viên. Nghiên cứu thu thập hơn 300 mẫu khảo sát là sinh viên trường Đại học Công nghiệp Hà Nội đã và đang trải nghiệm ở những điểm đến du lịch xanh, công viên và khu nghỉ dưỡng xanh tại Hà Nội theo cách thức chọn mẫu ngẫu nhiên. Kết quả sử dụng phương pháp định lượng đánh giá mô hình đo lường trên SMARTPLS 3 cho thấy rằng nhận thức du lịch xanh tác động mạnh nhất đến quyết định lựa chọn tour du lịch xanh của sinh viên. Đồng thời còn có các yếu tố khác ảnh hưởng đến hành vi lựa chọn các tour du lịch xanh tại Hà Nội của sinh viên trường Đại học Công nghiệp Hà Nội như: Chuẩn chủ quan, nhu cầu, chi phí dịch vụ và chính sách hỗ trợ. Nghiên cứu là cơ sở cho việc đề xuất các nhóm giải pháp chiến lược nhằm phát triển nền kinh tế du lịch xanh theo hướng nâng cao hiệu quả, thân thiện, bền vững thông qua việc tạo ra các giải pháp và chương trình giáo dục thích hợp để tăng cường nhận thức môi trường cho thế hệ trẻ.
Manajemen Pembiayaan Pendidikan melalui Integrasi Sumber-Sumber Pendanaan
Authors: Andriani Nanu , Ilyas Doni , Hidayat Manarul , Rasmanah Cici , Nurjamiludin Irwan
Published: October 2024

Studi ini menyelidiki pengelolaan sumber pendanaan pendidikan utama MAN 2 Pangandaran, yang terdiri dari Daftar Isian Pelaksanaan Anggaran (DIPA), Bantuan Operasional Sekolah (BOS), dan Dana Komite Sekolah. Fokus penelitian ini adalah bagaimana fungsi, mekanisme, dan efektivitas masing-masing sumber membantu operasi dan perkembangan sekolah. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mendapatkan pemahaman lebih lanjut tentang sumber pendanaan dan cara ketiga sumber dana tersebut dikelola, serta bagaimana hal-hal ini berdampak pada aktivitas akademik dan kualitas pendidikan. Metode yang digunakan adalah kualitatif dengan studi kasus. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa pengelolaan dana dari ketiga sumber ini untuk pendanaan pendidikan yang efektif dan efisien sangat penting untuk keberlangsungan program pendidikan dan aktivitas siswa di sekolah.
Pengaruh Komunikasi Koersif Pengasuh Asrama terhadap Motivasi Berbahasa Arab Santri Ma’had Al-Faqih Deli Serdang
Authors: Suanda Roki
Published: October 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji secara empiris Pengaruh Komunikasi Koersif Pengasuh Asrama Terhadap Motivasi Berbahasa Arab Santri Ma’had Al-Faqih Deli Serdang. Populasi dalam penelitian ini berjumlah 27 orang dengan menggunakan sampel penelitian ini adalah seluruh Santri yang ada dari kelas X, XI, XII, yang berjumlah 27 orang. Teknik pengumpulan sampel melalui Totality Sampling. Pengumpulan data dikumpulkan melalui kuesioner yang disebarkan kepada 27 responden. Metode statistik menggunakan rumus product moment. Untuk memudahkan analisis, menggunakan aplikasi SPSS versi 26 dan Excel 2013. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa terdapat pengaruh antara Komunikasi Koersif Pengasuh Asrama Terhadap Motivasi Berbahasa Arab Santri Ma’had Al-Faqih Deli Serdang. Nilai koefisien dalam penelitian sebesar 0,092. Besarnya pengaruh adalah 0,85% dan 99,15% lainnya dipengaruhi oleh faktor lain yang tidak diteliti dalam penelitian ini.
NCCN Guidelines® Insights: Ovarian Cancer/Fallopian Tube Cancer/Primary Peritoneal Cancer, Version 3.2024
Authors: Liu Joyce , Berchuck Andrew , Backes Floor J. , Cohen Joshua , Grisham Rachel , Leath Charles A. , Martin Lainie , Matei Daniela , Miller David S. , Robertson Sharon , Barroilhet Lisa , Uppal Shitanshu , Hendrickson Andrea Wahner , Gershenson David M. , Gray Heidi J. , Hakam Ardeshir , Jain Angela , Konecny Gottfried E. , Moroney John , Ratner Elena , Schorge John , Thaker Premal H. , Werner Theresa L. , Zsiros Emese , Behbakht Kian , Chen Lee-May , DeRosa Marie , Eisenhauer Eric L. , Leiserowitz Gary , Litkouhi Babak , McHale Michael , Percac-Lima Sanja , Rodabaugh Kerry , Vargas Roberto , Jones Frankie , Kovach Emily , Hang Lisa , Ramakrishnan Swathi , Alvarez Ronald D. , Armstrong Deborah K.
Published: October 2024

The NCCN Guidelines for Ovarian Cancer/Fallopian Tube Cancer/Primary Peritoneal Cancer provide multidisciplinary diagnostic workup, staging, and treatment recommendations for this disease. These NCCN Guidelines Insights detail how the evolution of the use of PARP inhibitors as maintenance and single-agent regimens for the treatment of ovarian cancer informed panel recommendations in the guidelines.
Rehabilitation in Oncology Care Guidelines: A Gap Analysis
Authors: Kline-Quiroz Cristina , Andrews Cody , Martone Patrick , Pastrnak James Thomas , Power Katherine , Smith Sean R. , Wisotzky Eric
Published: October 2024

Background: Cancer survivors experience a high prevalence of functional impairments. Rehabilitation interventions include an expansive array of services that can help optimize function, address pain, decrease symptom burden, and improve quality of life. Nonetheless, rehabilitation services remain underutilized. Thus, it is important to enhance the understanding of and establish guidelines for specific rehabilitation disciplines and interventions. Methods: This is a gap analysis of rehabilitation recommendations in published oncology guidelines from selected nationally recognized organizations. Symptom-specific guidelines and cancer type–specific guidelines were analyzed for inclusion of common functional impairments (fatigue, pain, peripheral neuropathy, cognitive dysfunction, and lymphedema) and the rehabilitation discipline recommendations. Results: The prevalence of recommendations for rehabilitation in cancer type–specific guidelines was 29%, and was higher in symptom-specific guidelines at 60%. However, the frequency of specific rehabilitation disciplines (physiatry, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and rehabilitation psychology/neuropsychology) was notably lower. Overall rehabilitation was mentioned in 33% and physiatry in 18%. Nonrehabilitation specialties were recommended in 18% of the guidelines. No specialty referral was endorsed in 53% of guidelines in which 1 of 5 symptoms were discussed. This highlights the relative paucity of recommendations for specific rehabilitation disciplines in oncology guidelines. The more general term “rehabilitation” was included more frequently but lacks critical guidance for oncology providers. Other crucial rehabilitation services may be underrecognized and underutilized. Rehabilitation specialists must work to improve patient access and the presence of indicated specific rehabilitation disciplines and goals within guidelines. Conclusions: Most oncology guidelines do not include specific recommendations for rehabilitation disciplines. However, including specific rehabilitation disciplines is more common in symptom-specific guidelines. With a stronger evidence base and increased involvement of rehabilitation specialists in guideline development, rehabilitation recommendations in oncologic guidelines may be more precise, leading to improved utilization of rehabilitation services to optimize function and quality of life.
THE INFLUENCE OF STORE IMAGE DIMENSIONS ON PURCHASE INTENTION AT STARBUCKS IN EAST JAVA MODERATED BY MERCHANDISE
Authors: Sudaryanto Sudaryanto , Fauziyyah Salma , Putri Aprilia Eka
Published: October 2024

This research aims to examine the effect of store image dimensions on the purchase intention at Starbucks in East Java moderated by merchandise. The store image dimensions used are price, customer service, and store atmosphere. This is an explanatory research that describes the status of all the variables using a quantitative approach. The population of this research consists of Starbucks in East Java customers. The sampling technique used is non-probability sampling with a purposive sampling method. The data source for this research is primary data obtained directly from respondents through an online questionnaire. Data were collected via Google Forms, resulting in 230 respondents. Data analysis was conducted using Partial Least Square analysis with SmartPLS software version 3.29. The results of the study show: price has a positive and significant effect on purchase intention, customer service has a positive and significant effect on purchase intention, store atmosphere has a positive and significant effect on purchase intention, merchandise does not moderate the effect of price on purchase intention, merchandise does not moderate the effect of customer service on purchase intention, merchandise does not moderate the effect of store atmosphere on purchase intention.
PREPARATION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF BAMBOO PEEL BIOCHAR BY USING SLOW PYROLYSIS FOR THE REMOVAL OF CD AND PB IN SOIL (BRASSICA CAMPESTRIS)
Authors: Nasir Mumtaz Kamil , Mumtaz Mudassar , Tariq Baig Zenab , Noman Umani , Alia Naz Zenab
Published: October 2024

The experiment was conducted at the University of Haripur, nursery. There are two groups in the research heavy metals and biochar. Cadmium(Cd) and Lead (Pb) spiked with soil different concentrations of 0.5 ppm and 300 ppm in plastic pots after fifteen-day amendment with various application rates of biochar (2.5 mg/kg, 3.5 mg/kg, 5 mg/kg). Brassica campestris are harvested after 45 days for two days air dry and heated in an oven to remove the moisture for powdered form is obtained and weighs 0.5-gram roots and shoots separately and the sample is ready for digestion. The 5mg/kg application rate of biochar has enhanced nitrogen (N), potassium (K), and phosphorus (P). The bioaccumulation factor is higher than the bioaccumulation coefficient because biochar adsorbed the cadmium and lead on their surface and transfer to the shoot was reduced. Cadmium and Lead reduced the Brassica campestris roots and shoots and damaged the overall structure of the plant. The pH and EC play an important role in overall research of biochar-enhanced physical parameters compared to those without bamboo peel biochar. Brassica campestris is grown in the winter season in the presence of sunlight and a lot of water is needed it also can absorb in root and shoot parts of plants. The biochar is higher than cadmium and lead because it is rich in micro-nutrients and growth parameters. The FTIR result showed that the bamboo peel biochar decreased by 45% as compared to raw bamboo peel because it has a large surface area to immobilize Cd and Pb in the soils.
Differences in Spectral and Fundamental Hearing between Absolute and Relative Pitch
Authors: Ebeling Martin , Langner Gerald
Published: October 2024

Consider a stimulus consisting of three sine tones with the same frequency spacing. For some listeners such a stimulus elicits a residual tone. Obviously, their hearing system interprets the three sine tones as three adjacent partials of a complex tone with a fundamental frequency equal to the frequency spacing. On the other hand, some subjects easily hear out some or even all single sine tones. One can therefore distinguish between two hearing modes: the case of the residue pitch is referred to as fundamental hearing, whereas the ability to resolve single partials is called spectral hearing or overtone hearing. Subjects may differ considerably in their capability for fundamental or spectral hearing. Depending on factors as the frequency region of the stimuli or the frequency of the residue pitch (missing fundamental) or depending on psychological factors as attention or individual hearing dispositions, subjects may even change between both modes of hearing. The present study demonstrates that possessors of absolute pitch show significant differences in spectral versus fundamental hearing compared to possessors of relative pitch. In some frequency regions, possessors and non-possessors of absolute pitch prefer either fundamental hearing or spectral hearing quite individually and often may change between both modes of hearing. However, statistically, possessors of absolute pitch show a significantly higher preference for perceiving a residue tone than possessors of relative pitch do.
Exploring the Effect of Six Sigma Practices on Quality Improvement of Higher Education:	An Exploratory Study
Authors: Toqir Samana , Ahmad Shehzad , Farooqi Muhammad Tahir Khan
Published: October 2024

Quality assurance at the higher education level is the most important impacting factor on society and the economy. Six Sigma are key initiative for improving the quality of education in higher education institutions. The objectives of the present study were to explore the application of Six Sigma practices at the university level and determine the relationship between Six Sigma practices and quality assurance at the university level. In the present study, a quantitative research approach was applied to carry out the study. Three sampling regions, Upper, Central, and Southern Punjab of Punjab province were selected to carry out the study. Two public sector universities from each geographic region were selected. In the next stage, four disciplines of above mention universities were selected. A multi-stage random sampling technique was employed to collect data. Data were analyzed by applying SPSS's latest version, structural equation modeling, and regression analysis to analyze the data. The study's findings contribute to understanding the multifaceted nature of QA in university teaching. The proposed model exhibits strong explanatory power, predictive relevance, and goodness of fit. This research underscores the importance of various factors in enhancing quality assurance and informing educational practices and policies.
Brazil's Foreign Policy in the Emerging Multipolar World: Data-Driven Strategic Positioning within BRICS and Beyond
Authors: Rizwan Muhammad , Shehryar Raja , Karim Asia
Published: October 2024

In the multipolar world, Brazil's foreign policy faces complex geopolitical realities as a part of its strategy to expand its global influence and economic presence. On another front, Brazil considers itself one of the leading countries in the Global South. It has partnered with BRICS to call for better transport, and help has a say in running the world (power balance) instead of being overruled by Western powers. Brazil demonstrates regional leadership by actively participating in initiatives like the New Development Bank and organizations such as MERCOSUR, CELAC, and BRICS, emphasizing its commitment to sustainable development and regional cooperation. The plan is to broaden Brazil's regional power reach, seeking economic and diplomatic relations throughout the planet. Brazilian foreign policy is characterized by a pragmatic search for equidistance, maximizing economic possibilities and strategic ties without ever fully committing to any one bloc or country. These measures will increase Brazil's clout on global issues and solidify the country as a critical factor in shaping a more equitable and representative international order.
Enhancing Autonomous Agents Through Narrative Memory: A Comprehensive Framework for Improved Performance and Interaction
Authors: Muhammad Azam  , Tani Tanveer , Zafar Sana , Adnan Muhammad , Khan Shahab Ali
Published: October 2024

The process of organizing information and experiences into a narrative style is known as narrative memory, and it presents a cutting-edge method for improving the performance of autonomous agents. This essay describes the idea of narrative memory, as well as its elements, construction of narrative structures, and uses. The four main elements of narrative memory are timelines, characters, events, and context. Events are important things that happen, such interactions or acts, and characters are people, other agents, and the autonomous agent. The context gives the underlying knowledge required to comprehend these events and individuals, while the chronology sets the order of occurrences, creating a cause-and-effect link. The process of creating narrative frameworks includes gathering data, identifying events, crafting stories, and refreshing memories. Three methods are used to collect data: external sources, user input, and sensors. This data is used to identify significant events, which are subsequently arranged into logical tales. New situations and experiences are constantly added to the narrative memory. Improved predictive analysis, easier learning and adaptability, and improved human-robot interaction are just a few of the uses of narrative memory in autonomous agents. Robots can interact with people more successfully if they can comprehend human narratives and reply with responses that are contextually relevant. Agents may learn and adapt by identifying patterns in their prior experiences, and they can make better decisions by forecasting future occurrences with the help of historical narratives. Managing the complexity of real-world events, addressing ambiguity and uncertainty, and guaranteeing the ethical use of narrative data are challenges in the implementation of narrative memory. In order to improve narrative memory frameworks, future research options include creating sophisticated story generating tools, integrating narrative memory with other memory systems, and working across disciplines. The goal of this roadmap is to enhance autonomous systems' comprehension, communication, and decision-making skills by utilizing the power of tales.
La democracia como problema y el populismo como solución. Una exploración de derecha radical argentina desde la transición democrática
Authors: Frieiro Leonardo
Published: October 2024

Con la llegada de Javier Milei a la presidencia del país se han reactivado los debates acerca de cuál es la relación de las derechas con la democracia, ya sea por el rol de la democracia como concepto dentro de los discursos y las ideologías derechistas, como por el apego de las derechas en la práctica a las normas institucionales de la democracia como régimen político. En este artículo, buscamos reconstruir el proceso de adecuación de las derechas argentinas frente a la democracia, entendida como un problema, en diálogo con la adopción de otra tradición política argentina, el populismo, planteado como una vía de solución a ese problema. Para tal fin, el artículo busca analizar el rol de la democracia y del populismo en las dos principales organizaciones partidarias de la derecha radical argentina desde la apertura democrática, la Unión Democrática de Centro (UCeDé) y el Movimiento por la Dignidad y la Independencia (Modín). Por último, el artículo busca explorar las continuidades y las rupturas con las que una nueva derecha radical hoy en el poder, actualiza las tensiones entre el derechismo político, la democracia y el populismo.Palabras Clave: democracia, populismo, UCeDé, Modín, derecha radical  Democracy as a Problem and Populism as a Solution. An Exploration of the Argentine Radical Right since the Democratic Transition Abstract With the arrival of Javier Milei to the presidency of the country, debates have been reactivated about the relationship between right-wing politics and democracy, whether concerning the role of democracy as a concept within right-wing discourses and ideologies, or regarding the adherence of right-wing groups in practice to the institutional norms of democracy as a political regime. In this article, we aim to reconstruct the process of how Argentine right-wing groups have adapted to democracy, understood as a problem, in dialogue with the adoption of another Argentine political tradition, populism, proposed as a solution to that problem. To this end, the article seeks to analyze the role of democracy and populism in the two main radical right-wing party organizations in Argentina since the democratic opening: the Democratic Union of the Center (UCeDé) and the Movement for Dignity and Independence (Modín). Finally, the article aims to explore the continuities and ruptures with which a new radical right, now in power, updates the tensions between political rightism, democracy, and populism.Key words: populism, democracy, UCeDé, Modín, derecha radical ARK CAICYT: https://id.caicyt.gov.ar/ark:/s16668979/3b7d57aou
Histochemical Analysis of DNA and RNA Identified by Methyl Green - Pyronin ‘Y’ Method and Feulgen’s Reaction Staining in Liver of Channa Punctatus
Authors: Koteshwar Rao Podeti
Published: October 2024

The light microscopy was to identify cells, storage products, tissue deposits, and microbial pathogens. The Assessment of surrounding tissue with special stains may reveal aspects of interest for the tissue. We illustrate the expected staining characteristics of control Channa punctatus liver tissue with Methyl Green -Pyronin ‘Y’ and Feulgen’s Reaction stains. The aim of this study was to characterize the normal structure of the liver of Channa punctatus, a carnivorous freshwater fish found in Hasanparthy Lake, using gross anatomy, histology and histochemistry. Anatomically, the liver presents C-shaped and only two lobes smaller right and bigger left. The gallbladder is located in right lobe and shows elongated shaped. Histological analysis demonstrated that the hepatic parenchyma is made of two hepatocytes plates surrounded by sinusoids. The fish moreover pancreatic tissue was observed in visceral portion of liver, formed by exocrine pancreatic tissue and islet organ, constituting an extrahepatic pancreas. The nucleic acids content in different tissues in the freshwater fish of Channa punctatus. The fish were scarified and the tissues such as liver and Pancreas removed and processed for determination of nucleic acids. The results obtained in the present study may provide a contribution to the knowledge of the characteristics of nucleic acid as parameters of estimation of DNA and RNA levels in Liver of the fish.
Gravitational Force in the Context of African Indigenous Knowledge: Metaphor of Ifá Epistle and Lifecycle Theory
Authors: Okewande Oluwole Tewogboye
Published: October 2024

Ifa can be regarded as a compendium of Yoruba culture wherein the entire system of living is encapsulated. One of the major scopes of Ifa is science. And to the Westerners, Africans are devoid of scientific knowledge. Therefore, this study aims to examine Isaac Newton's law of gravitational force, which states that there is a natural force that pushes down whatever is above the surface to the ground around Indigenous Yoruba belief. It is established in Yoruba that: laala to roke, ilelo m bo. . That is, anything that goes up must come down to the ground. This is navigated along Ifa EjiOgbe corpus: Gbogbo wa lagba o kan- Ageing shall tell on all of us, performed by an Ifá priest and scholar, Yemi Elebuubon. Ecological-evolutionary theory, basically on the relation of society to their environment and parts of the society with one another, is adopted. Relevant Ifa corpus, Yoruba sayings, and aphorisms are sources of data. Some elements of the concept of gravitational force are compared around the indigenous Yoruba concept of gravitational force in relation to lifecycle. It is found that there is a relationship between the notion of gravitational force around the cycle. Lifecycle is the process of stages of life for an organism, which usually begins with birth and ends in death. It was found that there is an equivalence of indigenous scientific knowledge and gravitational force in relation to the human lifecycle. The study concludes that indigenous Yoruba science of gravitational force is related to the human lifecycle in their system of living long before the advent of modern science.
Üreme Çağındaki Kadınlarda Algılanan Sosyal Destek Düzeyi ve Yaşam Doyumu Arasındaki İlişki
Authors: Çuvadar Ayşe , Gedikli Gamze , Can Begüm , Demirtaş Zeynep
Published: October 2024

Amaç: Bu çalışmada üreme çağındaki kadınlarda algılanan sosyal destek düzeyi ile yaşam doyumu arasındaki ilişkiyi incelemek amaçlanmıştır.
Yöntemler: Tanımlayıcı ve kesitsel tipte olan çalışmanın örneklemini 15.05.2023- 15.06.2023 tarihleri arasında Türkiye’nin Batı Karadeniz Bölgesinde yer alan bir İl Merkezinde ikamet eden 326 kadın oluşturmuştur. Çalışmanın verileri “Kişisel Bilgi Formu”, “Yaşam Doyumu Ölçeği” ve “Çok Boyutlu Algılanan Sosyal Destek Ölçeği” kullanılarak toplanmıştır. Verilerin değerlendirilmesinde SPSS 22.0 paket programı kullanıldı. İstatistiksel anlamlılık sınır değeri p<0,05 olarak kabul edildi.
Bulgular: Kadınların yaş ortalamalarının 31,28±7,40 yıl olduğu, %70,8’inin il merkezinde ikamet ettiği görüldü. Çalışmada yer alan kadınların Yaşam Doyumu Ölçeği toplam puan ortalamasının 19,97±7,62 olduğu, Çok Boyutlu Algılanan Sosyal Destek Ölçeği toplam puan ortalamasının ise 64,47±16,69 olduğu belirlendi. Yaşam Doyumu Ölçeği ile Çok Boyutlu Algılanan Sosyal Destek Ölçeği arasında pozitif yönde orta düzeyde bir ilişki olduğu görüldü.
Sonuç: Gelir düzeyi ve sosyal destek gibi faktörler, kadınların yaşam kalitesini etkileyen önemli unsurlardır. Bu nedenle, sosyal politikaların gelir eşitsizliğini azaltmaya ve sosyal destek ağlarını güçlendirmeye odaklanması önemlidir. Üreme çağındaki kadınlar için sosyal destek programları geliştirilmeli ve yaygınlaştırılmalıdır.
The Effect of Video Calls Held Between Preterm Babies Hospitalized in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and Their Mothers on the Amount of Breast Milk: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Kaynak Serap , Bal Yılmaz Hatice , Çağlar Atika , Özdil Mine
Published: October 2024

Objective: In this study, it was aimed to investigate the effect of video calls held between preterm babies hospitalized in NICU and their mothers on the amount of breast milk. Methods: This study is a randomized controlled trial. This study was conducted in the NICU of Balıkesir Atatürk City Hospital between 15 April-01 October 2022. One hundred preterm infants and their mothers, 50 in video call and 50 in control groups, were included. Online video calls between the preterm infants and their mothers were held by using Zoom application as 10 minutes on every day of the week. The breast milk follow-up form was sent to the mothers over WhatsApp application and the mothers sent the form back to the researcher at the 7th day. As per the standard hospital protocol, mother who control group can visit their infants in NICU face-to-face two days a week and get information about their infants. Results: No statistically significant difference was determined between the video call group and the control group in terms of 7-day breastmilk amount; however, the breast milk of the mothers in the video call group increased more on the 7th day compared to the control group (p<.001). Conclusions: It was found that the amount of breast milk increased more in the mothers in the experimental group at the end of day 7 compared to the control group mothers. Preterm delivery is among the factors that lead to inadequate breast milk expression. NICU nurses can make use of virtual patient visit technology in order to increase the amount of breast milk in mothers.
A THEORETICAL STUDY OF THE PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF HEXAGONAL GALLIUM NITRATE USING DENSITY FUNCTIONAL THEORY
Authors:   Department of Physics, College of Sciences, University of Kirkuk, Kirkuk, Iraq, Noori Aya Farman
Published: October 2024

First-principles calculations based on density functional theory (DFT) have been used to investigate structural, electronic, optical and thermodynamic aspects of the α-GaN crystal. Based on local density approximations (LDA), Generalized gradient approximation (GGA) and meta-generalized gradient approximation (m-GGA) functional methods, the band gap energies of α-GaN crystals have been estimated as 1.962 eV, 2.069 eV and 2.354 eV. The band gap energies that are presented in these studies are in accordance with the ones from the other experimental and theoretical studies. Besides, our findings give us knowledge about the electronic and optical properties of α-GaN crystal. The band gap energies in the α-GaN crystal are the key factors that define its electrical and optical characteristics. They are the energy range in which the electrons can be exited from the valence band to the conduction band, which in turn affects the material's conductivity and the ability of the material to absorb and emit light. The approximate of our results with the previous researches indicates the reliability of our findings and thus increases our knowledge of α-GaN's electronic and optical phenomena. The orbital characteristics of the Ga and N atoms were found by simulating the density of state and the partial density of state for α-GaN. Besides the analysis of the band structure, density of states and optical properties of the compound we also included. The results show that α-GaN has a direct bandgap, which is at the G point in the Brillouin zone. This is the reason for its great potential for the development of optoelectronic devices. Also, we use the three approximations that are given earlier to find the optical characteristics (the absorption coefficient) of the compound. In addition to that, the thermodynamic properties that can be calculated like Debye temperature, enthalpy, free energy, entropy and heat capacity enable us to understand the thermal behavior of the compound better. The heat capacity of α-GaN is detected to be 17.3 Jmole-1K-1, with a Debye temperature of 824.6K. This research will offer a detailed interpretation of α- G-N, covering all its basic properties and the possible applications in optoelectronic and electronic devices. The results of this study are very important and the new technologies that will be developed based on the α-GaN research will be very beneficial.
Point-of-care ultrasound guided Pericardiocentesis in cardiac tamponade: case report
Authors: Avila Hilari Adrián , Auza-Santiváñez Jhossmar Cristians , Ortiz Huiza Digmar , Robles-Nina Sara Milca , Franco L Alex O. , Diaz Guerrero Jose Luis
Published: October 2024

We present the case of a patient with a history of penetrating chest trauma, complicated by hemopneumothorax, resolved by pleurostomy tube. Subsequently, the patient progresses unfavorably with hemodynamic instability and is transferred to the Intensive Care Unit, where POCUS (Point of Care Ultrasound) ultrasonography is performed, showing significant pericardial effusion which is caused by cardiac tamponade, which causes a state of shock. obstructive type, so it was decided to perform ultrasonography-guided pericardiocentesis, showing a favorable evolution after the procedure
Incidence of central nervous system infection in neurosurgical patients admitted to intensive care
Authors: Pella Junior José Roberto , Arcieri Sandra
Published: October 2024

Background: NI (nosocomial infections) represent a real risk for the patient's recovery, with a significant increase in morbidity and mortality, as well as raising the costs of the health system, since they prolong the hospitalization period and entail a high incidence of other subsequent complications. In neurosurgery, the incidence of infectious complications is low, estimated at around 2-3% in general.  Material and methods: A retrospective observational analysis was performed at the Hospital General de Agudos F. Santojanni, located in the city of Buenos Aires, CABA, in the intensive care unit, during a period of 7 months . Results:   A review of 60 clinical histories was made, of which 21 were selected because they coincide with the objectives that were set out, However, the infected patients were 12 patients (57.14%)  . Conclusion: it is necessary to improve the practice of healthcare personnel in the management of ICU patients. That a study on these neurosurgical procedures should be carried out to prevent the risk factors from being as strong as they have been so far
Level of dietary practices and frequency of physical activity
Authors: Villafuerte Arias Jorge , Coloma Guerrero Carla , Gómez Espinoza Leonel , Enríquez Jácome Miguel Ángel , Chávez Arizala Jenrry Fredy
Published: October 2024

Introduction: dietary practices have been a fundamental issue in the area of public health, because they play a vital role in the prevention of deficiency or excess diseases.Objective: this research aims to determine the level of dietary practices and the frequency of physical activity in the province of Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas - Ecuador 2021.Method: a quantitative, non-experimental, descriptive and correlational, and cross-sectional study was applied with a simple probabilistic sample of 692 inhabitants.Results: the majority of respondents are men (59.5%) and single (68.8%). Protein consumption is mostly medium (65.5%), while carbohydrate consumption is high (76.3%), which can increase the risk of being overweight. Vegetable consumption is medium (55.4%), and dairy consumption is also mostly medium (44.4%). Liquid consumption is similar between medium (41.5%) and high (42.1%) levels. As for fruit, 52.6% consume it regularly. Healthy eating habits are medium (40.9%), and 45.2% engage in physical activity, although there is a notable risk of sedentary lifestyle (36.7%).Conclusions: The study shows a male and single profile among the respondents. Although protein and vegetable intake is medium, high carbohydrate consumption and low fluid intake pose risks of overweight and dehydration. Most consume fruit, but eating habits are medium. It is recommended to promote healthier habits and increase physical activity
Paradox of Criminal Provisions Formulation Regarding Reporting of Political Party Campaign Funds in the 2024 General Election
Authors: . Syamsuddin , . Hartiwiningsih , Rustamaji Muhammad
Published: October 2024

Political parties as a form of organization whose scope is the political field make it a primary position in modern democracy which is required to be in line with democratic norms and election principles. The characteristics of political parties as legal subjects (subjectum juris) of corporations/public legal entities that can also act in the private sphere that are attached to legal consequences for all actions or deeds, and legal relationships, both in the administrative, civil, and criminal spheres. One of the actions or legal acts of political parties in the Election is the legal obligation to report campaign funds honestly, accountably, and transparently in accordance with the principles of organizing elections as a legal act that has the potential to have administrative and criminal consequences. In several formulations of criminal provisions of the Election Law which are specifically formulated for political parties as legal subjects (subjectum juris) of corporations, although the construction of the articles does not explicitly mention political parties, but refers to the phrase Election Participants which consists of 5 Articles, namely Article 496, Article 525 Paragraph (2), Article 526 Paragraph (2), Article 527, and Article 528 Paragraph (1) of the a quo Law. One of the actions or legal acts of political parties that has the potential to be subject to criminal penalties is the provision of Article 496 of the a quo Law related to election participants who intentionally provide false information in the Election campaign fund report, which constructively-holistically reaps problems in the actions or legal actions of political parties as election participants as well as the problem of deadlocked norms in related articles in the a quo Law.
PRÁTICAS INTEGRATIVAS E COMPLEMENTARES EM SAÚDE NO CUIDADO INTEGRAL: REVISÃO BIBLIOGRÁFICA
Authors: Japiassu Renato Barbosa , De Liberal Márcia Mello Costa
Published: October 2024

INTRODUÇÃO: O cuidar de forma integral é um dos grandes desafios e enfoques da  humanização em todo o ciclo da vida do ser humano. As práticas integrativas seguem esta mesma linha de atenção, permitindo um olhar holístico sobre a pessoa, bem como de todo o seu processo de saúde-doença. OBJETIVO: Realizar uma revisão bibliográfica acerca do uso das práticas integrativas e complementares em saúde para um cuidado integral aos usuários. METODOLOGIA: Revisão bibliográfica. Resultados: Foram encontradas, no total, 12.985 referências, no qual, foram selecionados 4 artigos. DISCUSSÃO: As práticas integrativas têm consolidado seu espaço junto às práticas em saúde, visto que, estimulam os mecanismos naturais de prevenção e recuperação da saúde, através de tecnologias eficazes e seguras. O uso das práticas integrativas precisa ser refletido criticamente para não se perder a essência original, que irá resgatar o cuidado humano integral, englobando as dimensões físicas, emocionais, sociais e espirituais, com o foco na restauração e vitalidade da saúde. CONCLUSÃO: Este estudo evidenciou que as práticas integrativas e complementares em saúde pode contribuir para a incorporação de novos saberes e práticas que podem contribuir para a construção de um cuidado integral. A criação de espaços para discussão para incluir essas práticas nos serviços de saúde também são importantes, para conseguir buscar maiores possibilidades na produção de um cuidado em saúde e aproximação/ conhecimento das políticas públicas ao contexto da população.
Análisis arqueométrico de un fragmento de cerámica vaccea pintada de Cauca
Authors: Donate Carretero Inmaculada , González Díaz Noemí , Salvador Rueda Esperanza , Serrano Moreno Juan , Blanco García Juan Francisco
Published: October 2024

Estudio de un fragmento de cerámica fina anaranjada, fechado entre los siglos II y I a. C. y hallado en la escombrera de Coca tras el vaciado de un solar del casco antiguo, que arroja luz sobre la composición de sus materiales y la forma de fabricación.