bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Nutrient density and the collaborative impact of exogenous enzyme blend on the performance of broiler chicken
Authors: Mun Jun Young , Tajudeen Habeeb , Ha Sang Hun , Lee Jun Hyung , Lokhande Anushka , Ingale Santosh Laxman , Kim Jin Soo , Kim Min Ju
Published: October 2024

Objective: This study evaluates the collaborative effect of exogenous enzyme blend and dietary nutrient density on the performance of broiler chicken.Methods: A total of 600 Ross 308 broiler chickens with same average initial body weight were randomly assigned to 5 treatments. Each treatment contained 8 replicates, and 15 birds per replicate. The diets included a control (CON) starter/finisher (S/F) diet with metabolizable energy (ME) 3,100/3,200 in Kcal/kg and crude protein (CP) content 22.0.0/20.00 in % as (S/F 3,100/3,200 Kcal/kg + CP [22.00/20.00]%), S/F with ME 3,060/3,150 Kcal/kg + CP (21.50/19.50)% with and without the exogenous enzyme blend as (S/F 3,060/3,150 Kcal/kg + [21.50/19.50]% with, and without the exogenous enzyme blend), and lastly, S/F with ME 3,010/3,100 Kcal/kg + CP (21.50/19.50)% with, and without the exogenous enzyme blend as (S/F 3,010/3,100 Kcal/kg + [21.50/19.50]% with, and without the exogenous enzyme blend). The impact of the treatments was tested on growth performance, nutrient digestibility, blood metabolites, intestinal microflora, and morphology of broiler chicken.Results: The inclusion of exogenous enzyme blend in the nutrient-deficient diet S/F 3,060/3,150 + 21.50/19.50 increased (p<0.05) broilers body weight, feed conversion ratio, nutrient digestibility of CP, gross energy, phosphorus, and blood phosphorus, with tendency (p<0.10) of higher dry matter. The treatment also showed lower (p<0.05) total anaerobic bacteria, coliform, and higher (p<0.05) villus height (VH) in the jejunum, with tendencies (p<0.10) of higher lactobacillus in the ileum and caecum, and higher tendency (p<0.10) of VH in duodenum and ileum.Conclusion: We concluded that the improved performance could be attributed to the potency of S/F 3,060/3,150 + 21.50/19.50 supplemented with 0.05% of the multienzyme to reduce the level of potential pathogenic bacteria with an increased level of positive bacteria, which in turn creates an enabling intestinal villi structure in broiler chicken.
Mitochondrial morphology and energy metabolism in reprogrammed porcine expanded potential stem cells
Authors: Lee Yun Ju , Song Jae Hoon , Lee Je Woo , Hong Tae Kyung , Uhm Sang Jun , Hong Kwonho , Do Jeong Tae
Published: October 2024

Objective: Expanded potential stem cells (EPSCs) are stem cells that can differentiate into embryonic and extraembryonic lineages, including extraembryonic endoderm and trophoblast lineages. Therefore, EPSCs have great potential in advancing regenerative medicine, elucidating disease mechanisms, and exploring early embryonic development. However, the generation and characterization of EPSCs in pigs have not been thoroughly explored. In this study, we successfully generated porcine EPSCs (pEPSCs).Methods: We reprogrammed porcine fetal fibroblasts (PFFs) using an integration-free method with Sendai virus vectors.Results: The resulting pEPSCs expressed key pluripotency markers and demonstrated the ability to differentiate between embryonic and extraembryonic lineages. Notably, reprogramming into pEPSCs was associated with a transformation of mitochondrial morphology from the elongated form observed in PFFs to a globular shape, reflecting potential alterations in energy metabolism. We observed significant remodeling of mitochondrial morphology and a subsequent shift towards glycolytic energy dependence during the reprogramming of PFFs into pEPSCs.Conclusion: Our findings provide valuable insights into the characteristics of EPSCs in pigs and highlight their potential applications in regenerative medicine, disease modeling, and emerging fields such as cell-based meat production.
Das Projekt SEGEL: Schutzraum für suchtkranke Frauen
Authors: Gerber Philip
Published: October 2024

Frauen, die Gewalt erfahren, können in einem Frauenhaus Schutz finden. Doch was passiert, wenn sie zusätzlich eine Suchtproblematik haben? Für viele Einrichtungen ist das ein Ausschlusskriterium. Hilfe für multibelastete Frauen bietet das bundesweit einzigartige Pilotprojekt SEGEL.
Hör- und Sendespiele der Weimarer Republik
Authors: Lintermann Ronja
Published: October 2024

In 1923, German radio goes on air in Berlin during the Weimar Republic. For the first time, sounds, music and human voices could be transmitted directly into listeners' homes. As a result, artists and cultural workers explore the possibilities of the new medium. The radio play, a theatre piece adapted for the radio, was soon followed by the radio drama, an original form of radio art.
Ronja Lintermann traces the search for an independent form of radio drama in an age of increasing political restrictions, from the first original German radio play Zauberei auf dem Sender to Brecht's radio theory. Special attention is given to the radio experiments of avant-garde intellectuals.
Die feministische Außenpolitik des Auswärtigen Amtes
Authors: Kratzer Jakob
Published: October 2024

Since 2014, a number of countries around the world have claimed the label "feminist foreign policy". Following these examples since 2021, the German Foreign Office, under the leadership of Annalena Baerbock, presents its "Guidelines for Feminist Foreign Policy" in March 2023. Through a qualitative analysis, this research project finds a clear resemblance of neoliberal feminist ideas within these guidelines. Although some transformative claims are made, as they can be found in various feminist theories, for the most part this political concept remains firmly within established social and political structures and ideologies.
Insecticides and Natural Enemies: Applications in Integrated Pest Management Programs – Challenges, Criteria, and Evaluation for Recommendations
Authors: Yarahmadi Fatemeh , Rajabpour Ali
Published: October 2024

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) has emerged as a crucial approach in sustainable agriculture, aiming to minimize the impact of pests while reducing reliance on synthetic pesticides. This paper delves into the evolution of IPM over the past six decades, highlighting its goals of sustainable agricultural practices and decreased pesticide application. It also addresses the challenges posed by socioeconomic, environmental, and health factors associated with pesticide application. The discussion explores the weaknesses in current IPM practices, such as multiple definitions leading to confusion and inconsistencies between theory and implementation. Moreover, inadequate farmer engagement and ecological awareness are brought to light. Although chemical control remains central in plant health programs, its limitations and repercussions are considered within the realm of IPM. An alternative concept, Agroecological Crop Protection, is proposed as a more sustainable approach integrating agroecology into crop protection strategies. This interdisciplinary concept operates at various levels, spanning from field to landscape, emphasizing the importance of ecological balance. Quantitative evaluation methods for assessing IPM effectiveness are examined, encompassing metrics, data collection techniques, and statistical analyses, incorporating economic and ecological indicators. Furthermore, qualitative evaluation methods, such as surveys and stakeholder interviews, emphasize the significance of social and cultural factors influencing IPM practices.
Comparative Study of the Relationship between Social Intelligence and Entrepreneurial Intentions of Students from Bulgaria and Romania
Authors: Tamasila Matei , Pavlov Daniel , Todorova Ana , Taucean Ilie , Diaconescu Andra
Published: October 2024

The main focus of this article is to highlight the relationship between social intelligence and entrepreneurial intentions of students from higher education systems. This relationship is essential for the deployment of the concept of social economy and the promotion of socially responsible business models. Family businesses and social enterprises are among the promising business initiatives of the future that should be encouraged throughout the educational process, from kindergarten to doctoral students. In this regard, this chapter aims to present a comparative study of the relationship between social intelligence and the entrepreneurial intentions of respondents from Politehnica University Timisoara, Romania and the University of Ruse “Angel Kanchev”, Bulgaria. The study substantiates the thesis that, through its components—social support and self-efficacy—students’ social intelligence influences their desire and intention to start a business venture. In addition, the authors prove that an individual’s social intelligence plays a vital role in the formation of socially responsible business ventures. The results of the study indicate that educational institutions should make efforts to initiate or enrich already existing courses that develop social intelligence and belonging among students. Therefore, this study is important for researchers, practitioners, and other stakeholders. The research contributes to social economy theory, social entrepreneurship, and intergenerational business models.
Biological Pest Control and Sustainable Agroecosystems
Authors: Aftab Zill-e-Huma , Anjum Tehmina , Akram Waheed , Bokhari Najat A. , Rehman Areeba , Sharif Shama , Rizwana Humaira , Munir Bareera
Published: October 2024

Long ago, the human population profoundly relied on agri-farming, which was principally directed toward speedy, protected, and enhanced yields. These systems have undoubtedly fostered exploding populations with high food and fiber demands. To meet all these demands, the soil microbial ecosystem has been overlooked because of its long-term effects on the health and sustainability of the planet. Sustainable agricultural practices can not only highlight the microbial health of the soil and environment but also increase yields with minimal input. These sustainable practices benefit from the following advantages: (1) soil health preservation; (2) promotion of microbial diversity; (3) future food supply security; (4) support of farmer livelihoods; and (5) combating climate change. Biological pest control is an important and environmentally friendly strategy for sustainable agriculture in which natural microbial predators, including pathogens, nematodes, insects, and weeds, are applied to control pests, thus reducing pesticide dependency. Through a cautious and comprehensive understanding of the ecological niche and complex associations among living organisms, biological control can act as an encouraging approach to increase and stabilize crop yield while promoting congruent coexistence between agriculture and the ecological biosphere.
Toward a Systemic, Transformative and Trauma-Informed Diversity Training Model: A Theoretical Proposal
Authors: Séguin Michaël , Briciu Bianca , Okunlola Michael
Published: October 2024

This chapter analyzes the main reasons for the failure of traditional diversity training models to enact long-term transformation of worldviews and organizational structures. It critiques the consumerist model of knowledge transmission so often present in organizational diversity training. Instead, we offer a systemic and transformative approach to diversity training that accounts for the trauma effects created by inequality regimes and the gaps between the personal, interpersonal, and organizational aspects that undermine change. Relying on the principles of trauma-aware practices, transformative learning, and learning organizations, we propose a model of diversity training for emotional/relational transformation and effective mobilization of knowledge to create inclusive organizations. This model moves away from a unidirectional diversity training framework and suggests instead the creation of diverse spaces fostering individual and collective transformation through ongoing dialog, reflectiveness, and knowledge-sharing.
Perspective Chapter: Modification Engineering of Titanium Dioxide-Based Nanostructured Photocatalysts for Efficient Removal of Pollutants from Water
Authors: Kocijan Martina , Podlogar Matejka
Published: October 2024

Titanium dioxide (TiO2) is a semiconductor photocatalyst with remarkable attention due to its prospective environmental remediation applications. TiO2’s unique properties, such as photocorrosion resistance, chemical stability, and low toxicity, have prompted significant interest from worldwide researchers over the last decades. TiO2, with its wide band gap of ∼ 3.2 eV and a recombination rate of photoinduced charge carriers, possesses low quantum efficiency and photocatalytic activity when using the overall solar spectrum. To improve photocatalytic performance with the solar spectrum, it is necessary to strengthen the number of active sites on the material surface to promote its adsorption capacity, separation, and carrier transport. This chapter aims to give an overview of recent research work developed with TiO2-based nanostructured photocatalysts to create high-throughput technologies for water treatment of a wide range of pollutants. Here, the novel engineering modifications of TiO2-based photocatalyst nanostructures are summarized, and discussed. This review intends to provide robust information on the modification strategies of TiO2-based nanostructured photocatalysts to remove persistent pollutants from water and develop sustainable environmental technologies.
Sustainable Utilization of Renewable Plant – Based Material for the Green Synthesis of Metal Nanoparticles
Authors: Kumari Jha Sudha , Jha Annapurna
Published: October 2024

Despite the fact that biotechnology and nanotechnology have been developed for ages to assist vastly different domains including medical, industry, human health, and welfare, they have achieved impressive strides recently. The creation of metallic nanoparticles (NPs) quickly, sustainably, and without toxicity is crucial for the field of nanobiotechnology. An emerging field is the synthesis of metallic NPs (AgNPs, AuNPs, PtNPs, PdNPs, SeNPs, CuNPs, MgONPs etc.) using biological systems, particularly plants. Plant tissues, extracts, extrude, and other plant parts have all been widely employed to make metallic nanoparticles. If plant-based NPs are created extracellularly and their size, shape, and dispersion are managed, the benefit of using them can be exponentially ramped up. In order to produce nanoparticles on a large scale industrially, it is suggested that “green” synthesis of nanoparticles be a feasible prospect. This is because it is extremely very cost-effective. Plant-based NPs have identified a niche to demonstrate their application in every area of research, including agriculture, health, and the solution to the world’s energy dilemma. In this light, the current chapter makes an effort to emphasis the environmentally friendly methods of “green” nanomaterial synthesis, characterization, and applications across different industries.
Extra-Pulmonary Mycobacterium tuberculosis
Authors: Shi Tao , Li Tongxin , Xing Xuewu
Published: October 2024

Extra-pulmonary Mycobacterium tuberculosis (EPTB) is a threat and challenge to human health that affects bone, urinary, skin, soft tissues, and lymph nodes. EPTB always comes from pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB), while there are some patients who have never had any PTB symptoms or (and) evidence of PTB infection. There are a few patients who have EPTB infection from the onset. Additionally, drug-resistant Mycobacterium tuberculosis (DR-MTB) is a bigger threat to human health. Drug-resistant extra-pulmonary Mycobacterium tuberculosis (DR-EPTB) also affects some patients who have never been diagnosed with PTB and have no symptoms of PTB, although these patients are rarely detected due to deficiencies in the methods of detection. MTB is always transmitted through the air, while EPTB is transmitted through some special approaches. There are different detection methods that have their respective advantages and disadvantages. MTB evolves to DR-MTB due to the gene mutations that are mainly caused by the endogenous and exogenous reasons, which are also suitable for EPTB. An in-depth study of the genome of MTB will contribute to advances in diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.
Xanomeline/Trospium (Cobenfy) for Schizophrenia
Authors:   Editors from The Medical Letter
Published: October 2024

The FDA has approved Cobenfy (BMS), an oral fixed-dose combination of the muscarinic agonist xanomeline and the peripheral muscarinic antagonist trospium chloride, for treatment of schizophrenia in adults. It is the first antipsychotic drug to be approved in the US for treatment of schizophrenia that does not block dopamine receptors. This is the first approval for xanomeline; trospium has been available for many years for treatment of overactive bladder.
Critique of Tragic Post-colonial Political Theory
Authors: Rendtorff Jacob Dahl ,   Philosophy Documentation Center
Published: October 2024

This article discusses the influence of Jean-Paul Sartre on Frantz Fanon’s political thinking. Sartre presents a dialectical social theory, based on the progressive-regressive method, considering the interplay between individual and collective, history and contemporary action, past and future. This philosophy has had a critical impact on Fanon’s political theory of neocolonialism, race, and intersectionality. Fanon studied colonialism based on Sartre’s philosophy and analyzed the problems of racism and oppression. He developed the concept of the colonial gaze as internalization of the gaze of the colonial order as self-oppressive othering of the self. The point of departure for the article is a short presentation of Fanon’s biography. From this the article discusses the famous meeting between Fanon and Sartre in Rome in 1961. Finally, the article places this encounter within the development of a critical philosophy of race, as proposed in the work of Robert Bernasconi.
Innovative Pathways in Higher Education: Exploring the Connotation, Characteristics, and Implementation of the "Three Entries" Virtual Teaching and Research Section
Authors: Chen Kewei  , Yang Aijun
Published: October 2024

The "Three Entries" virtual teaching and research section is an innovative approach aimed at enhancing the quality of higher education in the new era. By utilizing Xi Jinping: The Governance of China as multilingual teaching materials and leveraging information technology, this initiative promotes collaboration across schools, departments, majors, and time zones. The primary challenge addressed by this study is how to improve educational quality while fostering cross-institutional collaboration. The "Three Entries" approach features a clear goal, precise demonstration, material sharing, and collaborative teaching. Several key methods are employed to implement this approach. First, enhancing the top-level design ensures that the initiative's goals and strategies align with the broader vision of higher education institutions. Second, strengthening the construction of platforms facilitates resource sharing and collaboration among various institutions. Third, enriching the content of teaching materials ensures that they are relevant and of high quality. Fourth, the approach emphasizes a teacher-led, student-oriented learning mode that encourages interactive and collaborative learning. Finally, optimizing the synergistic effects of cross-institutional collaboration is crucial for achieving better educational outcomes. The results of implementing the "Three Entries" virtual teaching and research section have been significant. There has been a notable improvement in the quality of education, with students showing increased engagement and motivation. Additionally, enhanced collaboration across departments and majors has created a more dynamic and interactive learning environment. Based on these findings, several recommendations are proposed to strengthen the initiative further. The essential steps are to continuously improve top-level design, expand and enhance the technology platforms, enrich teaching content, develop more interactive learning methods, and optimize cross-institutional collaboration. This innovative approach effectively addresses the fundamental goal of cultivating well-rounded college students, preparing them for the challenges of the future
Outdoor Study for Social Studies to Strengthen Pancasila Student Profile: Learning Objectives and Challenges
Authors: Ratna Anggraeni  , Tri Marhaeni Pudji Astuti  , Cahyo Budi Utomo
Published: October 2024

This research topic is social studies learning through outdoor study as a form of implementing the Merdeka curriculum by utilizing the tourist village around SMP N 3 Satu Roof Undaan, Kudus. Social studies teachers use the theme of local wisdom in the project to strengthen the profile of Pancasila students (P5) so that students can carry out more innovative and exploratory learning activities. The aim is to analyze the flow of learning objectives (ATP) owned by social studies teachers, analyze outdoor studies through tourist villages, and analyze the obstacles faced when implementing the outdoor study. This type of research is qualitative and refers to primary and secondary data. Research sources from informants, document studies, and data collection techniques include interviews, observations, documents, and focus group discussions (FGD). The results of this research, the social studies teacher at SMP N 3 Satu Atap Undaan created and implemented a flow of learning objectives (ATP) based on learning outcomes (CP) that the government had determined. The first outdoor study carried out by class VII students explored the traditional market "Sarwono" using the PEKARTI teaching method. The barriers in this research are educational barriers (Q1), student barriers (Q2), school barriers (Q3), and other barriers (Q4)
Indústria 4.0 na Logística 4.0
Authors: Vazquez Fabio José Buchedid , Silva Hugo Henrique da , Sousa Vander da Silva e
Published: October 2024

A Indústria 4.0 revolucionou a forma como as empresas gerenciam suas operações, e seu impacto na logística do e-commerce tem sido significativo. Este artigo analisa a aplicação das tecnologias da Indústria 4.0, como Internet das Coisas (IoT), inteligência artificial (IA), big data e automação, na logística do comércio eletrônico. Ao explorar as vantagens proporcionadas por essas tecnologias, como a otimização dos processos de armazenagem e transporte, o estudo destaca como elas podem melhorar a eficiência, reduzir custos e aumentar a capacidade de resposta às demandas do consumidor. Além disso, são discutidos os desafios enfrentados pelas empresas ao implementar essas inovações, especialmente em mercados emergentes, como o Brasil, onde limitações tecnológicas e estruturais podem dificultar a adoção ampla da Logística 4.0. O artigo também aborda o papel dessas tecnologias na promoção da sustentabilidade, ao permitir um uso mais eficiente de recursos e a redução de desperdícios ao longo da cadeia de suprimentos. Ao final, são discutidas as perspectivas futuras da Logística 4.0 e seu potencial para transformar o comércio eletrônico em um ambiente cada vez mais competitivo e orientado por dados.
Desafios e alternativas para alfabetizar letrando no pós-pandemia
Authors: Souza Luciane Souza de Lima , Santo Edeil Reis do Espírito
Published: October 2024

O presente artigo discute desafios e alternativas desenvolvidas por professores/as alfabetizadores/as e instituições de ensino durante a Pandemia do Covid-19 com vistas ao ensino da leitura e da escrita, no intuito de sanar os prejuízos causados na alfabetização durante o período pandêmico. Trata-se de uma Revisão de Literatura com base em seis estudos colhidos nas plataformas Google Acadêmico e SciElo. O objetivo basilar é compreender como se articulam os desafios e alternativas encontrados pelos/as professores/as para alfabetizar no contexto da pandemia e pós-pandemia do Covid-19; a questão-problema que norteia o corpus é: Quais são os desafios e as alternativas para o alfabetizar letrando num cenário pós-pandêmico? Os resultados apontam que a pandemia acentuou as desigualdades educacionais, expondo o pouco investimento da educação pública no que tange à sua estrutura e à precária formação docente, além de evidenciar a exclusão digital de professores/as e famílias da classe popular. Contudo, há uma resistência dos docentes e das instituições de ensino que se delineia com base num processo de busca de acolhimento das necessidades socioemocionais e de interação das crianças, bem como num mapeamento de habilidades para tentar diminuir esses prejuízos. Como base em diagnóstico e acompanhamento, pareceu-nos possível dirimir as mazelas deixadas pelo isolamento social na alfabetização. Para combater os efeitos da mediação pedagógica indireta imposta pela pandemia, os professores iniciaram uma busca incessante por metodologias ativas e por atividades lúdicas que contemplassem, ao mesmo tempo, habilidades de leitura e escrita e acolhimento socioemocional.
The Impact of Gut Microbiome on Prostate Health and BPH Progression: A Comprehensive Review
Authors:   Faculty of Science and Technology Kampala International University Uganda, Mugisha Emmanuel K.
Published: October 2024

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is a prevalent condition in aging men, characterized by prostate enlargement and associated lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). While traditional risk factors include age, hormonal imbalances, and genetics, recent research suggests that the gut microbiome may significantly influence prostate health and BPH progression. The gut microbiome, comprising trillions of microorganisms, plays a crucial role in systemic processes such as inflammation, immune modulation, and hormonal regulation, all of which are implicated in BPH pathogenesis. This comprehensive review explores the mechanisms linking gut dysbiosis to prostate health, with a focus on systemic inflammation, hormonal disturbances, and immune responses. Dysbiosis, or an imbalance in gut microbial communities, can lead to chronic inflammation, elevated levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines, and disruptions in androgen and estrogen metabolism, contributing to the onset and progression of BPH. Emerging evidence from both animal and human studies highlights significant differences in the gut microbiota of men with BPH compared to healthy controls, suggesting a potential role for microbiome-based interventions. Furthermore, the review discusses the therapeutic potential of probiotics, prebiotics, and dietary modifications in modulating gut health to alleviate BPH symptoms. Personalized microbiome-targeted therapies represent a promising avenue for future research. This review underscores the importance of the gut-prostate axis in understanding prostate health and suggests that targeting the gut microbiome could lead to novel strategies for preventing and managing BPH. Keywords: Gut microbiome, Prostate health, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Urinary tract symptoms, Dysbiosis
Improved Access to Healthcare, Remote Monitoring of Joint Function, and Increased Patient Engagement in Managing Arthritis Symptoms: The Role of Telehealth in Arthritis Care
Authors:   School of Natural and Applied Sciences Kampala International University Uganda, Kamanzi Ntakirutimana G.
Published: October 2024

Arthritis is a leading cause of disability worldwide, particularly among older adults, and managing its symptoms effectively is crucial for maintaining quality of life. Telehealth has emerged as a transformative tool in arthritis care, improving access to healthcare services, especially for patients in rural or underserved areas, through virtual consultations, remote monitoring, and patient-centered care. This review explores the role of telehealth in enhancing arthritis management by focusing on three key areas: increased access to healthcare, remote monitoring of joint function, and greater patient engagement in symptom management. Telehealth platforms reduce geographic and mobility barriers, offering specialized care while empowering patients to take an active role in their healthcare through educational resources and digital tools. Wearable devices and remote sensors enable continuous tracking of joint function, facilitating timely interventions and personalized treatment plans. Despite its benefits, challenges like digital literacy and data privacy must be addressed. The future of telehealth in arthritis care is promising, with advances in artificial intelligence and expanded rural access set to further improve outcomes. Keywords: Telehealth, Arthritis care, Remote monitoring, Patient engagement, Virtual consultations, Wearable devices.
OA-News: Quo vadis offene Wissenschaft in Berlin und Brandenburg 2024/25 ab 21.10.2024
Authors:   Team OA Brandenburg
Published: October 2024

In die Sommerruhe des Augusts trudeln einige weitere Veranstaltungshinweise, die einen sehr lebhaften und intensiven Open-Access-Herbst versprechen. Die in gut einem Monat in Köln stattfindenden Open Access Tage 2024 zum Thema "DEAL, Diamond and beyond – Open Access zwischen Souveränität und Abhängigkeit" sind da nur ein Glanzlicht. Ein weiteres ist das kurz vorher am 05.09. stattfindende Open Science Barcamp 2024, das diesmal in Kooperation mit der Vernetzungs- und Kompetenzstelle Open Access Brandenburg an der Fachhochschule Potsdam veranstaltet wird.

Und auch die Reihe Quo vadis offene Wissenschaft in Berlin und Brandenburg findet diesen Herbst und bis in die erste Jahreshälfte 2025 ihre vierte Auflage. Der erste Termin und sein Thema stehen jetzt fest: In der Auftaktveranstaltung am 21. Oktober 2024 geht es um das Open Access Monitoring und die sich daraus ergebenden "Chancen und Herausforderungen für die offene Wissenschaft". Weitere Informationen zur Veranstaltungsreihe gibt es auf dieser Seite im Open Access Blog Berlin. 

https://blogs.fu-berlin.de/open-access-berlin/2024/08/02/quo-vadis-4/
„Open Access means CC BY“: Max Planck Digital Library Services rät zu CC BY bei wissenschaftlichen Publikationen
Authors: iRights.info Redaktion
Published: October 2024

Welche Creative-Commons-Lizenz ist die richtige für meine wissenschaftliche Open-Access-Publikation? Eine neue Empfehlung der Max Planck Digital Library Services votiert eindeutig für CC BY – und rät vom NC-Modul ab. Entstanden ist die Empfehlung unter Mitarbeit von Till Kreutzer.
Ein Schlaglicht auf Offene Archive und ein Interview mit Susanne Freund zum Thema
Authors: Hundehege Sharon
Published: October 2024

von Sharon Hundehege (Studentische Mitarbeiterin in der Vernetzungs- und Kompetenzstelle Open Access Brandenburg)  Demokratie und offene Archive Das Jahr 2024 steht für 75 Jahre Grundgesetz und wird entsprechend als Jahr der Demokratie begangen. Ein wichtiger Teil dieser Demokratie ist es, dass staatliches Handeln transparent dokumentiert wird und dadurch auch Jahre später noch nachvollzogen werden kann.
Do Sanctions Work?
Authors: Banda Fareda
Published: October 2024

After Rhodesia's 1965 unilateral declaration of independence, which upheld white minority rule, sanctions were imposed to challenge the regime. However, support from allies like South Africa helped circumvent these restrictions, revealing the limitations and mixed effectiveness of sanctions.
Effects of Cardiac Rehabilitation on Patients Undergoing Heart Valve Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Authors: Kong Xiaoyu , Zhu Jing , Chang Jingjing , Meng Xiangyi
Published: October 2024

Objective: This study assessed the effects of cardiac rehabilitation (CR) on patients undergoing heart valve surgery by collecting literature for meta-analysis. Methods: PubMed, ScienceDirect, Embase, Cochrane Library, CNKI, and Web of Science databases were systematically searched from the time of construction to December 2023. Primary outcomes were improvements in the 6 min walking distance (6-MWD) and Barthel index (BI) after CR. Secondary outcomes included short form (SF)-12/36 scale, depression, anxiety, and Morse Fall Scale (MFS) scores. All statistical analyses were performed by using standard statistical procedures provided in Review Manager 5.2 (The Nordic Cochrane Centre, Copenhagen, Denmark). Results: A total of 14 studies involving 1687 subjects were included. Pooled data showed that CR care significantly improved 6-MWD (mean difference (MD) = 47.60, 95% confidence interval (CI): [33.70, 61.50], p < 0.00001) and BI (MD = 10.88, 95% CI: [7.72, 14.05], p < 0.00001).  In addition, patients showed no difference in mental component scores (MD = 1.27, 95% CI: [–0.10, 2.64], p = 0.07) and significant difference in physical component scores (MD = 1.65, 95% CI: [0.24, 3.06], p = 0.02) at CR discharge compared with those at admission. Similar results were observed for depression (MD = –0.13, 95% CI: [–0.60, 0.34], p = 0.59) and anxiety scores (MD = –0.44, 95% CI: [–0.88, –0.01], p = 0.04). Results also showed that CR significantly improved the MFS score of patients (MD = –5.82, 95% CI: [–9.38, –2.27], p = 0.001). Conclusion: Our analysis suggested that CR contributes to enhancing exercise tolerance and self-care and improving psychological status in patients undergoing heart valve surgery.
Caracterización y análisis del aprendizaje reflexivo en los estudiantes del tipo superior en México
Authors: Hernandez Vargas Luis Fernando , Zorrilla Briones Francisco , Rodríguez Morachis Manuel Alonso , Anaya Carrasco José Luís
Published: October 2024

El aprendizaje es una de las capacidades de los seres humanos más trascendentes con un impacto en la formación que comienza en la cuna y culmina en la tumba [1]. El proceso de aprendizaje formal comienza desde las etapas más tempranas del niño(a) hasta su formación profesional en el ámbito universitario, y aún después se convierte en una forma de educación permanente o actualización, y de aprendizaje en la esfera organizacional donde la persona presta sus servicios. Dentro de esta trayectoria, la etapa de formación profesional que habitualmente se lleva a cabo en una institución de educación superior (IES) es la que llama nuestra atención para examinar en qué medida las y los estudiantes utilizan el aprendizaje reflexivo, el cual, de acuerdo con los especialistas, es el tipo de aprendizaje que realmente crea nuevos conocimientos y se encuentra más allá del simple proceso de aprendizaje escolar memorístico, y mejor, aún es el aprendizaje que permite romper con las rutinas para generar nuevos saberes y procedimientos. El proyecto de investigación El aprendizaje reflexivo en los estudiantes del tipo superior en México, recupera buena parte de la propuesta teórico-metodológica de la tesis doctoral Aprendizaje organizacional: naturaleza, evolución y perspectivas. Estudio de caso en cuatro organizaciones en México [1], en la cual se plantean tres tipos de aprendizaje en la organización: óntico-memorístico, ontológico-racional y epistémico reflexivo, cuyas hipótesis fueron corroboradas en dicho estudio y se desea replicar la metodología en estudiantes del tipo superior para observar su presencia y comportamiento.
Economic Resilience and Crisis Management: Local Government Responses to Covid-19 In Thailand’s Deep South
Authors: Boonpunth Kayanee Chor , Tepayakul Ruechuta , Suwanwong Danuwat , Issaro Siriwit , Ekareesakul Kittipan
Published: October 2024

This article aims to investigate the responsibilities and preparedness of local government in addressing the COVID-19 pandemic while analyzing the factors influencing their readiness in the southernmost provinces of Thailand. Employing a mixed-method research approach, data were gathered through a questionnaire completed by 171 representatives and interviews with 13 key informants from local administrative organizations in the multicultural community of southern Thailand. The findings indicate that local governments exhibited high overall performance in managing the COVID-19 pandemic. However, they were less effective in promoting and addressing occupational issues than their efforts in preventing the spread of the virus. The study also revealed that these organizations were well-prepared regarding facilities, coordination, networking, and public communication. Notably, public communication and community participation emerged as key factors significantly impacting their performance in promoting and resolving occupational problems related to the COVID-19 pandemic, across the southernmost provinces.
Etude de validité de la batterie Examath 5-8 chez les enfants en fin de MSM
Authors: Villalard Hermine , Helloin Marie Christel , Lafay Anne
Published: October 2024

Context: Predictors of mathematical skill development are present before the kindergarten at 4-5 years old. Therefore, an assessment of mathematical skills in children of this age is useful in order to diagnose a specific learning disability or to screen a risk of such a disability in mathematics at an early stage in case of suspected difficulties. Currently, there are no recent test allowing for a thorough evaluation of skills in children of this age. Moreover, the Examath 5-8 battery demonstrates good psychometric properties in children from kindergarten to third grade and shows saturated scores at the end of kindergarten on tasks corresponding to early developmental skills.
Objective: The objective of this research was therefore to investigate the acceptability, the accessibility, and the construct validity of a selection of tests from the Examath 5-8 battery in 4-5-year-old children.
Method: The sample was 36 4-5-year-old children without speech-and-language therapy for mathematical or language difficulties.
Results: The results showed good acceptability by children, good accessibility for the 4-5-year-old children, and good construct validity linked to the grade level (in comparison with 5-6-year-old children). Further studies will be needed to evaluate the sensitivity and discriminant validity of these tests to guarantee the diagnosis power of the battery for this age group.
Évaluer la compréhension verbale d’enfants avec TSA et déficience intellectuelle : impact du support tablette vs papier.
Authors: Grossard Charline
Published: October 2024

Context: Verbal comprehension is a key component of language development. However, this component is particularly deficient in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and intellectual disability (ID). Currently, its evaluation is complicated, especially because existing tests are not adapted to the cognitive and sensory particularities of children with ASD and ID. Recent research shows that digital tools are motivating and easy to use with these children. In this study, we aimed to assess the impact of the support tablet vs paper on the passation of a verbal comprehension test.
Methods: In this study, 12 children with ASD and ID with a level of verbal comprehension between 18 and 36 months of age were evaluated on a tablet and on paper with a lexical comprehension test and a syntactic comprehension test.
Results: Although the medium did not influence the children's scores on the two tests, the tablet test was significantly shorter than the paper test. In addition, the scores on the behavioral grid were better when the children were evaluated on the tablet, highlighting a better adaptation to the situation and a decrease in the specific sensory behaviors of patients with ASD.
Conclusion: These observations show that the use of a digital support for the evaluation of children with ASD can encourage their participation in the proposed tests.
Deep Learning-Based Cross-Cancer Morphological Analysis: Identifying Histopathological Patterns in Breast and Lung Cancer
Authors: Teferi Mezgebu Birhan , Akinyemi Lateef Adesola
Published: October 2024

The efficacy of Cancer treatment often varies across different types of cancers. This study aims to investigate any pattern relationship in histopathological images of different cancer types to find any potential correlation between those patterns. Using deep image analysis techniques and artificial intelligence (AI), we extract, analyze, and compare the morphological parameters of cancer images to identify potential indicators of that treatment effective for one type that might be applicable for its correspondence. This research applied advanced image analysis, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and more sophisticated statistical analysis to find the required pattern relationship for those parameters. The study answers the question regarding the correlation of different measurement parameters across different varieties of cancer cells. The model achieved an impressive ROC-AUC score of 0.967, an F1-score of 0.805, and Cohen's kappa coefficient of 0.767, indicating a high level of agreement and predictive performance. The overall accuracy of the model was 81%, with both macro and weighted averages also at 81%. These results provide strong evidence of meaningful pattern relationships across different cancer types, potentially enhancing treatments' applicability across various cancers.
La capacidad en el matrimonio en peligro de muerte, personas de avanzada edad y entre contrayentes con discapacidad
Authors: Domínguez Pérez-Malumbres Juan
Published: October 2024

Aunque puede pensarse que el matrimonio en peligro de muerte (art. 52 CC) está en desuso o en riesgo de desaparición, esta figura y las pretensiones matrimoniales al final de la vida entre personas de edad avanzada y sus secretarios o cuidadores están aumentando en los registros civiles. La gravedad del caso hace necesario un dictamen médico sobre la urgencia vital y sobre la capacidad del contrayente en el primer supuesto, y, a veces, un dictamen médico en el segundo. La modificación del art. 52 CC efectuada por la Ley 15/2015 busca garantizar que el contrayente consienta, conservando su capacidad de entender y querer. Con respecto a la aptitud para prestar el consentimiento de las personas con discapacidad intelectual, la Ley 4/2017 le da una nueva redacción al art. 56 CC, previamente modificado por la Ley 15/2015, para establecer, con carácter excepcional, la necesidad de recabar un dictamen médico. Los arts. 52 y 56 CC entrarán en vigor el 30 de abril de 2021.
Ser juez de instrucción en un juzgado mixto
Authors: Sánchez-Gey González Salvador Ramón
Published: October 2024

Ser juez de instrucción en un juzgado mixto no es una tarea fácil. Numerosos son los problemas y desafíos que, en el día a día, en el ámbito de la instrucción, nos encontramos los profesionales que trabajamos en este tipo de juzgados. Lo que se pretende con esta ponencia es, desde un punto de vista esencialmente práctico, identificar algunos de esos problemas e intentar darles una posible solución. Finalmente, cabe reseñar que la problemática que se va a exponer suele ser común a la generalidad de los juzgados mixtos de este país, sin perjuicio de que, dependiendo del funcionamiento de cada partido judicial, de cada tribunal superior de justicia y, sobre todo, de cada Administración autonómica con competencias delegadas en materia de Justicia, la problemática de los juzgados mixtos pueda ser —o no— coincidente.
Mecanismos de conciliación de la vida familiar y laboral en tiempos de pandemia
Authors: Sánchez García Javier
Published: October 2024

De la mujer trabajadora a la corresponsabilidad doméstica en orden a la modificación de roles y estereotipos de género. Importancia de la negociación colectiva para el ejercicio de las medidas de conciliación. La reducción de jornada no es un derecho ilimitado: ponderación de intereses, en la que es estimable la solicitud de conciliación cuando no alberga mala fe ni abuso de derecho, ni motiva un perjuicio desproporcionado al empresario. Desplazamiento de la carga probatoria (para el empresario) en cuanto a la concurrencia de razones organizativas impeditivas del reconocimiento del derecho. Nueva modalidad de reducción de jornada y trabajo a distancia introducida por el Real Decreto Ley 8/2020, de 17 de marzo, de medidas urgentes extraordinarias para hacer frente al impacto económico y social del COVID-19 (Plan MECUIDA). Dimensión constitucional.
A Study of Negro and White Low Socio-Economic Class Children on the Variables of Race, Sex and Kindergarten Attendance and on General Social Adjustment
Authors: Musgrove Walter , Whitesides Mary
Published: October 2024

A study was conducted to investigate the academic achievement of low socio-economic class Negro and white children on several variables. A control group without kindergarten experiences was established which was matched with the experirnental group to ascertain if the kindergarten program was a significant factor in the children’s achievement. Analysis of variance was employed to determine the main effects and interactions among race, sex, and kindergarten attendance. Teacher ratings were obtained on each student to evaluate in-school social adjustment and chi square was utilized to locate significant differences among the groups. The results showed the greatest differences in academic achievement could be traced to sex differences, but difference also appeared in specific language areas with race and kindergarten attendance interaction.
The Effect of Spurious Heterogeneity Upon Correlation
Authors: Guertin Wilson , Fox William
Published: October 2024

A shift in the calculated r from .72 to -.18 is illustrated for a problem with N = 50 when the error on a punched card is corrected
Trayectoria laboral en docencia universitaria: camino a una visión alternativa en salud
Authors: Gutiérrez Vilchis Alan , Karam Calderón Miguel Ángel
Published: October 2024

El propósito es demostrar que la aplicación de los postulados del Paradigma del Curso de la Vida en conjunto con el enfoque del Interaccionismo Simbólico, permite comprender las dinámicas de salud-enfermedad y de los determinantes sociales de la salud presentes en el campo laboral mexicano de la educación superior privada. Desde la trayectoria laboral de un profesional de la educación de mencionado sector, se analizan las transiciones laborales y punto de inflexión para revelar los símbolos y significados que atribuye a su trabajo; lo que evidencia cómo las transiciones laborales y puntos de inflexión se entrelazan con las condiciones sociales en la vida de nuestro protagonista para configurar su identidad e influir en su salud a lo largo del tiempo.
Estudio de caso sobre el impacto del Síndrome Visual Informático en trabajadores del Servicio Integrado de Seguridad ECU 911 de Esmeraldas
Authors: Solórzano Medranda Cristian Smit , Paucar Camacho José Abelardo
Published: October 2024

El Síndrome Visual Informático (SVI) se define como el conjunto de problemas que están relacionados con la parte visual como producto del uso prolongado de dispositivos electrónicos. El objetivo de este estudio fue determinar la prevalencia y factores de riesgos asociados al SVI en trabajadores del ECU 911, en relación a las características de los sujetos de estudio. El estudio se aplicó a 82 trabajadores del ECU 911 en la sede de Esmeraldas y se aplicó el cuestionario CVS-Q para determinar la gravedad de los síntomas en los trabajadores. El 69.51% fueron diagnosticados con SVI y quienes pasan más de 10 horas al día en dispositivos electrónicos mostraron una prevalencia de 85,71%. El estudio estableció una alta prevalencia del SVI en los trabajadores del ECU 911, resaltando la importancia de abordar dicha condición en los entornos laborales en los que las personas están expuestos prolongadamente a dispositivos electrónicos.