bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The theater artist as a political subject of Latin American integration
Authors: Chibás Ortiz Felipe , Carrasco Leal Samuel
Published: March 2024

This article seeks to debate the possibility of having theater artists as political subjects of Latin American integration, through a comparative methodology, crossing the training scenarios of these professionals in Brazil and Argentina.
The impacts caused by drainage channels in wet areas of the Gravataí River – Rio Grande do Sul - Brazil and in Praia da Coronilha – Rocha – Uruguay
Authors: Etchelar Cecilia Balsamo , Gruber Nelson Luiz Sambaqui , Brenner Viviane Carvalho
Published: March 2024

Throughout history, many watercourses have undergone transformations to meet the demands for land and water use for agriculture and human supply. In both Uruguay and Rio Grande do Sul – Brazil, the human action that most contributes to the degradation of wetlands is the cultivation of irrigated rice, through the drainage of areas, the use of pesticides and fertilizers, the removal of water for crops . In the scientific literature, there are few studies addressing the topic of anthropogenic impacts related to drainage channels in coastal Wet Areas (UAs) located in the south of Brazil and north of Uruguay. This work involves showing some impacts caused by the opening of drainage channels in AUs in different locations, which result in environmental impacts such as erosion processes, fires, changes in vegetation, degradation of wetlands, interventions in the dynamics of marine life, especially turtles. In summary, it is essential to adopt integrated and sustainable approaches to the management of AUs, considering the diverse impacts of human activities and interventions on the environment, to ensure the resilience and health of these areas in the long term.
Developing a Process Model of Academic Success Using the American School Counselors Association (ASCA) Academic Standards
Authors: Bagaporo Evelyn C. , Gines Adelaida C. , Reyes Wilma S.
Published: March 2024

Using the grounded theory method, this  study described what academic success is in terms of  the American School Counselors Association (ASCA)  Academic Development Standards and how it was  achieved by 30 financially challenged college students  studying in a Philippine university that offers teacher  education courses. Results indicated that the combination  of knowledge, skills, and attitudes was significant in the  academic achievement of the students through three factors  responsible for their success in college: physical survival  skills amidst poverty, illnesses, fatigue, and personal  as well as family challenges; mental determination to  improve their lives; and emotional control to mediate  physical and emotional suffering. These three factors,  despite financial challenges, accounted for the students'  choice of an academic track after secondary education  and the application of such choice to their life roles. The  process of academic success that was created is cyclical,  with outcomes enhancing students' knowledge, skills, and  attitudes. The results can be utilized by counselors as a guide in understanding similarly situated students and in  creating more relevant programs.Further, the findings implied that the ASCA  Standards are achievable not only through the school counseling program, but also through the participation  of significant persons such as parents, relatives, teachers,  and peers. It is suggested, though, that more research be undertaken towards the participation.
Simplified excavation-induced lateral displacement assessment in Sydney area
Authors: Alvarado-Gutierrez Giovanny , Sadeghian Somaye , Dong Yang
Published: March 2024

Excavations change the stress state of the in-situ ground. The altered stress state causes lateral and vertical displacement in the buildings and structures adjacent to the excavation. In areas like the Sydney region, tectonic locked-in horizontal stresses at shallow depth exceed the vertical stress and the high in-situ horizontal stresses cause possibility of excavation-induced displacement in good quality rocks (e.g., Hawkesbury Sandstone Class I, II, and III). This paper estimates the magnitude and shape of the excavation-induced displacement trough along the excavation edge in Hawkesbury Sandstone. A parametric study was undertaken using three-dimensional finite element analysis to estimate the maximum lateral excavation-induced displacement as well as the lateral displacement trough as a function of the ground type, excavation depth and width, and principal in-situ stress orientation. The results were verified by comparing with monitoring results published for Sydney Sandstone.
The Queensland geotechnical database
Authors:   EDG Consulting, Thompson Timothy , Priddle Jared , Karlovsek Jurij
Published: March 2024

The Queensland Geotechnical Database (QGD; qgd.org.au) was launched in October 2017 with the aim of consolidating primarily tax and toll-payer subsidised geotechnical investigation logs into an open platform. The QGD was influenced by public geotechnical databases in the United Kingdom and New Zealand, and the work of Robert Leggett in Canada as summarised in ‘Cities and Geology’ (1973). As of October 2023, the QGD includes over 3100 geotechnical investigation logs authored by over 10 public and private entities, dating back to 1966. It also includes national geological mapping and links to over 400 technical papers related to sites in Australia. This paper summarises the formation of the QGD, which emerged from the Queensland Chapter of the Australian Geomechanics Society (AGS) and originated from a personal database converted to an open format with hosting support from The Open Data Institute Australia. The QGD was later transferred to The University of Queensland and continues there in support of their Sustainable Infrastructure Research Hub (UQ SIRH). The paper explores the evolution of its formation, the legal framework in Australia regarding investigation log ownership, and the licensing scheme adopted for the database. It outlines the technical features and intended practicality of the database, and its alignment with the objectives of the UQ SIRH. The paper concludes with an outline of opportunities for conversion to a nationalised Australian Geotechnical Database and its usage for educational purposes.
Eurocodes evolution: latest developments and UK approach
Authors: Denton Steve , Nethercot David , Bond Andrew , Angelino Mariapia
Published: March 2024

In an important update, Steve Denton, David Nethercot, Andrew Bond and Mariapia Angelino explain the timeframe for publication of the suite of second-generation Eurocodes, and provide clarity over the period in which first- and second-generation codes will co-exist.
Putting the net-zero hierarchy into practice: Build clever
Authors: Halliwell Emily
Published: March 2024

Emily Halliwell continues this series of notes signposting key climate resources for IStructE members around each level in the hierarchy of net-zero design by looking at how to 'build clever' to minimise material usage and reduce carbon emissions.
The Efficiency and Challenges of E-Commerce Logistics in Enhancing Market Access for Agricultural Products in Rural China
Authors: Li Gaojun , Zhang Hailong
Published: March 2024

This paper explores the transformative role of e-commerce logistics in rural China, with a focus on its impact on the agricultural sector. E-commerce logistics have been heralded as a significant driver of market access for agricultural products, providing rural farmers with unprecedented opportunities to engage with national and global markets. Through a comprehensive literature review, this study examines the dual aspects of e-commerce logistics: its efficiency in enhancing market access and the challenges it faces, including infrastructural deficits, digital divide issues, and regulatory hurdles. The paper highlights documented successes, such as reduced time to market and market reach, while also delving into the persistent challenges that limit the full realization of e-commerce’s potential in rural areas. Furthermore, it identifies significant gaps in current research, particularly regarding the long-term sustainability of e-commerce logistics, its environmental impact, and its social implications on traditional agricultural practices and rural communities. The study concludes with recommendations for future research directions and policy interventions aimed at maximizing the benefits of e-commerce for rural development, ensuring sustainability, and addressing the socio-economic disparities exacerbated by digital divide issues. This paper contributes to the discourse on rural development and digital inclusion, offering insights into the complex interplay between technology, agriculture, and rural livelihoods in the context of China’s rapid digitalization.
Analysis of the Application of Article 18 of the Consumer Protection Law in Tourism Services
Authors: Chusnida Nabilah , Widyanti Yenny Eta , Djumikasih Djumikasih
Published: March 2024

The focus of this research is to reveal the extent to which the provisions of Article 18 UUPK have been implemented by tourism businesses to protect consumer rights and security. The research method uses an empirical sociological approach which uses field data as the main data source, such as the results of interviews, observations and documentation. The results provide a comprehensive picture of the practice of implementing Article 18 UUPK in the tourism services sector. These findings involve evaluating the transparency of information, security, and quality of services provided to consumers. That the main obstacles and challenges lie in human resources, and the factor of lack of awareness on the part of tourism actors. It is hoped that this in-depth study can contribute to improving policies and implementation of Article 18 UUPK, as well as increasing consumer protection in the context of tourism services.
Analysis of the Impact of Organizational Culture, Employee Training, and Internal Communication on Employee Retention: A Case Study in the Manufacturing Industry in Indonesia
Authors: Hendriati Yossi , Sufa Siska Armawati , Telaumbanua Eliagus , Uhai Sabalius
Published: March 2024

This research investigates the impact of organizational culture, employee training, and internal communication on employee retention within the Indonesian manufacturing industry. Using a mixed-method approach, data were collected from 179 employees across various manufacturing firms in Indonesia. The results reveal significant positive relationships between organizational culture, employee training, internal communication, and employee retention. A strong organizational culture, effective training programs, and transparent communication channels were found to enhance employee satisfaction, engagement, and commitment, ultimately reducing turnover rates. Practical implications suggest that manufacturing firms in Indonesia should focus on fostering a positive culture, investing in training and development, and improving communication to retain talent effectively. These findings contribute to understanding the dynamics of employee retention in the Indonesian manufacturing context and provide actionable strategies for organizations aiming to enhance retention efforts and sustain long-term success.
SOLUBILITY OPTIMIZATION OF TERBINAFINE HYDROCHLORIDE SOLID DISPERSION BY BINARY AND TERNARY METHOD
Authors: Masood Zeeshan , Mansoor Ujala , Pervaiz Ayesha , Tariq Maha , Husna Baqar  , Zainab Naveed Khan  , Aiman Baqar
Published: March 2024

Background: In the process of drug development, the most challenging factor is poor solubility. To formulate an oral dosage form, poor solubility and bioavailability are the main challenges. Objective: The objective of this research was to increase the solubility of terbinafine hydrochloride (TBF) by formulating binary and ternary solid dispersion (SD) by different techniques. Terbinafine hydrochloride is a BCS class II drug having low solubility, poor absorption and low bioavailability. Methodology: Physical mixture (PMSD), solvent evaporation (SESD), and kneading method (KMSD) were used to improve the solubility of TBF and prepare PMSD, SESD, KMSD and ternary solid dispersion (TSD) using PVPK30 and sodium lauryl sulphate (SLS) as hydrophilic polymer and surfactant. Nine formulations were designed to formulate binary SD by varying the ratios of TBF, PVPK30 and SLS (1:1, 1:3 and 1:5). Three formulations were prepared to form TSD with varying percentage of TBF with best formulation from binary SD (5%, 10% and 15%). Entire formulations were test for solubility studies, and a formulation that exhibit maximum increased solubility was selected to prepare binary and ternary SD of TBF. Every developed formulation was characterized by Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), X-ray diffraction (XRD) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) to observe chemical interactions, crystallinity and morphological changes, respectively. Results: The results show that binary SD and TSD has increased solubility in comparison with a pure drug. Although, TSD prepared using kneading method displayed the highest drug solubility (14.48 times) as compared to pure drug. Conclusion: The research determined that the solubility of TBF increased due to increased wettability, hydrophilicity of the carrier and reduced crystallinity.
CHARACTERIZATION AND PHARMACEUTICAL EVALUATION OF DAUCUS CAROTA PECTIN AS A SUSPENDING AGENT IN ORAL DOSAGE FORMS
Authors: Owusu Frederick William Akuffo , Acquah Prince George jnr , Boakye-Gyasi Mariam El , Bayor Marcel Tunkumgnen , Otu Desmond Asamoah Bruce , Meta Sarah Amankra , Adu-Boampong Ama Amankwah
Published: March 2024

Background: Suspensions are equilibrated two-phased thermodynamically unstable systems increasingly used in the stability and bioavailability enhancement of a myriad of drug substances. Biodegradable, biocompatible and cost-effective biopolymers such as pectin are becoming popular alternative suspending agents to decrease sedimentation and ensure uniformity and accuracy in drug dosing. Nevertheless, limited commercial pectin sources with ideal gelling properties necessitate the search for novel sources such as carrots, a versatile vegetable.  Objectives: The study therefore centred on the characterization and pharmaceutical evaluation of the suspending qualities of Daucus carota (carrot) pectin acquired from the conventional acid extraction procedure. Methodology: Fresh carrots were acquired, authenticated and processed before pectin extraction. The pectin extracted was characterized and evaluated for phytochemical properties such as proximate composition and degree of esterification. Different concentrations (1% and 2%) of carrot pectin and acacia gum (as a standard) were utilized in formulating paracetamol suspensions as suspending agents. Results: The pectin yield was 11.6% and contained glycosides, tannins, saponins, and phenols. FTIR analysis identified all the essential pectin functional groups while other characterization parameters showed quality high methoxyl pectin. Carrot pectin suspensions demonstrated significantly (P < 0.01) lower re-dispersibility and sedimentation rate when compared to acacia. The flow rate and sedimentation volumes were however non-significantly different. Conclusion: The characterization and suspending properties of carrot pectin have been successfully evaluated. Ultimately, acacia gum can be substituted with carrot pectin as a suspending agent.
Diseño y validación de un instrumento para evaluar las competencias clínicas en endodoncia
Authors: Galán Torres Graciela , Gutiérrez Gutiérrez Benjamín
Published: March 2024

La implementación del modelo por competencias en disciplinas del área de la salud, destaca la función de la evaluación durante el proceso de enseñanza aprendizaje del alumno. Sin embargo, a pesar de que se cuentan con varios tipos de instrumentos que ayudan a transformar la información en acciones concretas y así llevar a cabo una retroalimentación del alumno en el momento oportuno, contribuyendo de este modo a la mejora continua, estudios demuestran que el sistema tradicional para la determinación de las calificaciones de las escuelas dentales se enfoca principalmente al área cognoscitiva, el cumplimiento de tratamientos y el saber teórico de los procedimientos. El objetivo de esta investigación, es presentar los resultados del diseño y validación de un instrumento que evalúa las competencias clínicas en endodoncia en estudiantes de nivel superior, como una herramienta alternativa de evaluación en ambientes de aprendizaje clínico. En primer lugar, se hizo el diseño del instrumento basados en la literatura y aportaciones de diversos organismos nacionales e internacionales respecto a las competencias para el odontólogo, específicamente para el área de endodoncia. En segundo lugar, se realizó el análisis de validez y confiabilidad del instrumento conformado por 31 preguntas, el cual se aplicó de manera presencial a 31 pasantes de odontología. Los resultados fueron analizados por medio de alfa de Cronbach teniendo como resultado 0.784. El presente instrumento es válido y confiable pudiendo ser utilizado en futuras investigaciones.
Reading Comprehension in the Medical Education Curriculum during the covid 19: A global Perspective
Authors: Ghafar Zanyar
Published: March 2024

The coronavirus caused the global effect of the COVID-19 pandemic, which began in early 2020. Due to the emergence of various infectious illnesses, it is essential for medical students to possess the skills to investigate and treat them. Therefore, it is essential for medical students to peruse the materials provided by the World Health Organisation in order to get a comprehensive understanding of the many symptoms associated with the recently emerged illness, as well as the need for early detection and prevention. Hence, the objective of this study is to emphasise the significance of medical students engaging with novel sources of information and how their proficiency in doing so, whether effective or ineffective, is contingent upon their reading comprehension strategies. Many medical students globally lack sufficient understanding of the recommended infection control practices. Their reading impairments also hindered their comprehension of their medical condition, resulting in delayed diagnosis and inadequate use of preventive medications. The study findings show that, due to the limited scope of medical education programmes, the curriculum for medical colleges did not provide comprehensive instruction on reading comprehension techniques. Currently, there is a lack of comprehensive academic literacy training for medical research in these curricula. Thus, anyone pursuing a medical education should acquire knowledge by studying the resources provided by the World Health Organisation.
Studi Historika terhadap Dwi Natur Kristus: Yesus Allah Sejati dan Manusia Sejati
Authors: Bantara Beny Christison , Natalia Natalia
Published: March 2024

Dua Natur Kristus adalah sesuatu yang melampaui logika manusia karena bagaimana mungkin bisa memiliki dua natur dalam pribadi dan dalam waktu yang sama yakni Yesus menjadi Allah sejati dan Manusia sejati tanpa ada percampuran? Tujuan penulisan artikel ini memberikan pemahaman dengan pendekatan secara historis terhadap natur Kristus yang menjadi bahan perdebatan oleh para sarjana teologi selama ini dengan menggunakan metode penelitian kualitatif melalui penelitian sejarah perkembangan gereja dengan menjelaskan pandangan para bidat yang menolak natur Kristus sebagai Allah Sejati dan Manusia Sejati dan juga menjelaskan alasan Yesus menggunakan dua natur ketika turun ke dunia. Artikel ini diakhir dengan kesimpulan bahwa kelompok anti Kristus tidak akan berkahir sebelum akhir zaman, kelompok ini akan terus menerus menyesatkan umat pilihan Allah karena itu gereja terus berperan aktif dalam memberikan pengajaran-pengajaran yang benar berdasarkan Alkitab yang adalah Firman Allah sebagai kebenaran yang mutlak sebagai dasar yang kuat dalam pertumbuhan iman yang kuat dalamdunia yang penuh dengan penyesatan ini.
Analisis Pola Pangan dan Konsumsi Junkfood Terhadap Kejadian Stunting di Pedesaan Kabupaten Purworejo
Authors: Susanto Deni Aditya
Published: March 2024

Rendahnya pola pangan dan tingginya konsumsi junkfood merupakan karakteristik wilayah pedesaan Kabupaten Purworejo, sebagaimana wilayah pedesaan lainnya. Penelitian ini bertujuan menguji pengaruh pola pangan dan konsumsi junkfood rumah tangga di wilayah pedesaan Kabupaten Purworejo terhadap kejadian stunting. Teknik analisis data menggunakan serangkaian prosedur multinomial linear regression. Kesimpulannya adalah pola pangan dan pengeluaran pangan berpengaruh positif terhadap status tinggi balita dan mengurangi risiko stunting. Sedangkan, konsumsi junkfood berpengaruh negatif terhadap tinggi balita dan meningkatkan risiko stunting. Variabel lain yang berpengaruh positif adalah status ekonomi, tinggi badan ibu, dan status imunisasi. Model dalam penelitian ini mampu menjelaskan fenomena sebesar 42,2% (R-square 0,422).
Optimalisasi Wisata Bendungan Bener Berbasis Village Branding Sebagai Upaya Alternatif Pengentasan Kemiskinan di Purworejo
Authors: Khasanah Nur , Riska Herliana , Setiawan Riatmaja Dodi
Published: March 2024

Adanya pembangunan bendungan Bener sebagai bendungan tertinggi se-Indonesia di Kab.Purworejo merupakan potensi destinasi wisata yang akan menambah daya tarik kunjungan wisatawan, sehingga perlu dibangun branding village di area sekitar termasuk desa Guntur dengan memanfaatkan tekhnologi 4.0 agar lebih dikenal khalayak umum sebagai tujuan destinasi wisata. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menganalisis kelayakan desa Guntur sebagai desa wisata dan kesiapan masyarakat terhadap pengembangan wisata.  Penelitian ini adalah Penelitian mix methode dengan rancangan sequential explanatory design dengan jumlah sample 30 orang. Hasil analisis kuantitatif kelayakan desa guntur sebagai desa wisata sebagian besar belum layak yaitu 64,96%, unsur terendah adalah pada unsur sarana dan prasarana yaitu 60% dan aksesibilitas 61,1%, akan tetapi pada unsur daya tarik memiliki skor yang layak untuk di kembangkan yaitu 73,3% > 66,6%. Hasil pengukuran kesiapan 3,94 yang berarti sebagian besar responden siap dengan pembentukan desa wisata dan digitalisasi desa. Hasil interview menunjukkan Desa Guntur memiliki potensi wisata dalam bentuk produk home industri yang pemasarannya masih dilakukann secara konvensional. Kesimpulan Desa Guntur belum layak untuk dibentuk menjadi desa wisata, tetapi pemerintah layak mempertimbangkan persiapan pembangunan desa guntur menjadi desa wisata dengan melihat  potensi daya tarik dan home industry yang dimiliki.
La didáctica universitaria en los procesos investigativos
Authors: Palacios Serna Lina Iris
Published: March 2024

La investigación en si se basa en un orden y uso sistemático del pensamiento, por lo que dedicarse a esta actividad requiere de cierto perfil que descansa en una actitud reflexiva-ordenada a fin de mantener un desempeño con calidad en los procesos investigativos. Es como hacer la tarea de inicio a fin con la participación de todos los elementos necesarios para su consecución como lo es la base epistémica, ontológica, metodológica, así como la actitud investigativa, las competencias investigativas, cultura investigativa entre otros, con énfasis en la motivación y en el interés por investigar.
A la vez en este proceso hay dos componentes muy importantes como es el docente y el asesorado o estudiante, este vínculo permite validar la forma en que docente lleva a su asesorado hacia la investigación con dedicación, apoyo y retroalimentación constante. Por lo que las habilidades del docente deben reflejarse en su didáctica en el desarrollo de los procesos investigativos dentro del aula y en el campo de la asesoría. Esto hará que el docente favorezca en los estudiantes de pregrado la actitud hacia la investigación, así como promover en ellos el desarrollo y fortalecimiento de las habilidades investigativas para la construcción de nuevos conocimientos.
Variables clínicas asociadas al riesgo de dependencia al alcohol en jóvenes universitarios
Authors: Cedeño Mero Devis Geovanny
Published: March 2024

El consumo de alcohol es un serio problema que se hace más frecuente en los jóvenes. El objetivo del presente estudio fue determinar posibles factores de riesgos que incremente el riesgo de desarrollo de dependencia al alcohol a partir de la medición de variables asociadas a problemas sociales, legales y clínicas como antecedentes familiares de consumo de alcohol y de enfermedades mentales en una muestra de 291 estudiantes universitarios de la ciudad de Manta-Ecuador. Para ello, se recurrió a una investigación de enfoque cuantitativo en donde se empleó para la recogida de datos una ficha sociodemográfica y el Cuestionario para la Evaluación Clínica en Neuropsiquiatría (SCAN). Los resultados evidencian que las variables clínicas como antecedentes familiares de consumo y de enfermedades mentales no muestran relación con el riesgo de desarrollo de dependencia al alcohol en jóvenes universitarios. Por el contrario, si existió relación significativa valor p < .05 para el desarrollo de dependencia al alcohol en variables de problemas sociales y legales. El estudio recomienda futuras investigaciones sobre esta temática que ayude a los profesionales sanitarios en función de prevenir el desarrollo de la dependencia al alcohol, mediante la implementación de acciones preventivas personalizadas.
Posmodernidad: protesta contra la crisis generada por el modernismo. Potencialidades y limitaciones
Authors: Gutiérrez Ulloa Cristian Raymound , García Salirrosas Liz Maribel
Published: March 2024

La modernidad basada en la razón postuló sociedades utópicas donde reinaría la justicia, la igualdad, la fraternidad y la paz en contraposición a hechos como la guerra de los 30 años en Europa y a la explotación y discriminación que producía el régimen feudal y las monarquías absolutas. La modernidad tuvo un desarrollo importante a través de la industrialización, la construcción de los estados-nación y el régimen político republicano, utilizó la ciencia y tecnología como la palanca fundamental del desarrollo y el progreso social. Sin embargo, también ha mostrado contradicciones, crisis y hechos que escapan a lo racional y expresan que la irracionalidad en muchos momentos desborda la racionalidad. Frente a estas contradicciones y crisis insurge diversas corrientes y movimientos críticos en la poseía, la pintura, la literatura y la arquitectura y últimamente en la filosofía, que apareció como posmodernismo (corriente literaria) y ahora se está constituyendo en una corriente filosófica con pretensiones de tener un alcance civilizatorio al que se denomina posmodernidad. El estudio busca sistematizar la génesis, evolución y posibilidades de que la posmodernidad se convierta en sistema filosófico alternativo a la modernidad.
Zorla Yerinden Edilmenin Değiştirdiği Gündelik Yaşam: Yerleşik ve Koçer Kürt Kadınların Deneyimleri
Authors: Öksüz Muhammet , Kılınç Neriman
Published: March 2024

Bu çalışmada zorla yerinden edilme olgusunun göçebe ve yerleşik Kürt kadınların gündelik yaşam deneyimlerini nasıl farklılaştırdığını ve stratejilere karşı taktiklerini nasıl şekillendirdiğine cevap aranmaktadır. Bu amaçla gündelik yaşamda iktidarın nasıl üretildiğini Henri Lefebvre’den, iktidarın nasıl tüketildiğini Michel de Certeau’dan ödünç alarak anlamaya çalışıyoruz. Lefebvre’nin iktidarını De Certeau’nun taktikleriyle birleştirilerek Deniz Kandiyoti’nin ataerkil pazarlık kavramı ile geliştiriyoruz. Zorla yerinden edilmenin Kürt kadın hareketinin eril restorasyon koşullarını oluşturduğunu ve kadınların buna “kadın restorasyonu” yaklaşımıyla cevap verdiğini iddia ediyoruz. Zorla yerinden edilme deneyimi derin acılara, eşitsizliklere ve travmalara sebep olsa da aynı zamanda siyasallaşma eğilimini güçlendirmiş ve ataerkil kodları sarsarak erkekliği birçok bakımdan krize sokmuştur. Göçebe ve yerleşik kadınlar zorla yerinden edilme öncesi ve sonrası farklı iktidar ilişkileri içerisinde pratik ettikleri taktikleri yani ataerkil pazarlık ve kadın restorasyonları da farklı olmuştur.
REVISÃO INTEGRATIVA E SISTEMÁTICA SOBRE PARCERIAS PÚBLICO-PRIVADAS NA ADMINISTRAÇÃO PÚBLICA
Authors: Nogi David Ferreira de Oliveira , Silva Giovanna Ferreira da , Kato-Cruz Érika Mayumi , Pense Wagner Luiz
Published: March 2024

Public Administration is the set of activities undertaken by the State with the objective of promoting the common good, through the use of authority powers and the implementation of public policies, programs and services. Public Administration management in Brazil faces a series of challenges that compromise the efficiency and effectiveness in the use of public resources, including problems such as excessive bureaucracy, the lack of strategic planning, corrupt practices and the phenomenon of clientelism. Therefore, the present study, undertaken an Integrative Systematic Review (RSI), had the purpose of examining articles related to public-private partnerships in public administration, which were published in the Scientific Electronic Library Online (SCIELO) database in the period time between 2012 and 2022. The main findings were that the most published articles are mostly related to health and education, which together represent a total of 15 articles. The presence of literature reviews on the topic was observed; public-private partnerships in the Brazilian public sectors and the main themes found in relation to this topic include: studies presented a single health system, government regulation, education policies, urban mobility, educational governance, health service reforms/health policy.
Ethics: What is the Brazilian Software Engineering Research Scenario?
Authors: Carvalho Luiz Paulo , Suzano José Antonio , Batista Thais , Santoro Flávia Maria , Oliveira Jonice
Published: March 2024

Background: Ethics is the theory or science of the moral behavior of humans in society. Traditionally, we value “unethical” actions that go against determining morality in a specific context. One of the sub-domains of Ethics is Computational Ethics, which deals with ethical dilemmas that are strictly related to computational issues. Dilemmas in this area involve privacy, improper access, intellectual property, digital norms and laws, power, socio-technical aspects (such as gender discrimination), and robotics, among others. In this context, “Software Engineering” and “Software” are different objects. Engineering is an act, a practice, as also coding, programming, and software reuse. As with any act, moral and subsequent ethical considerations are appropriate. We characterize software as an object of concrete reality, as a sociotechnical system formed by a technical artifact, human aspect, and procedural aspect. This assumption will form the main base discussion of ethics and morals in Software Engineering in this paper. Objective: The goal of this paper is to unveil the Brazilian Software Engineering ethics panorama. Method: We follow the rigor of, and inspired by, a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) protocol to answer the question: how does ethics explicitly permeate the Brazilian Software Engineering publications between the last thirteen years (2010 and 2022)? Results: After analyzing 1529 papers through the research protocol, 175 (≈11%) presented some explicit occurrence of ethical aspects. The occurrence was relevant in only 7 papers (≈0.4%), exposing a shallow scenario on ethical or moral aspects. Conclusions: If Ethics is a topic considered important to deliberate, research or discuss, this did not occur significantly in the Brazilian Software Engineering research scenario since 2010. With this result in mind, we discussed parallel terms and concepts to enrich the contribution of the qualitative synthesis.
Discretion in Welfare Bureaucracies
Authors: Ryan Majka
Published: March 2024

Through case-study research, Majka Ryan offers a systematic microanalysis of discretion in a specific context of residence-based welfare conditionality derived from the labour movement directive 2004/38/EC. The latter is utilised in the coordination of social security benefits for mobile EU citizens across Europe. Ryan reveals that in Ireland and other jurisdictions, official rights, be they supranational or local, when translated into practice are shaped by different political, organisational and decision-making actors, consequently leading to an uneven distribution of substantive rights and unequal outcomes for different groups of people, disproportionately affecting those who must prove their deservingness. This book evidences how residence-based welfare conditions create a context where power is exercised freely by street-level decision-makers and illustrates how that power affects different groups in society, and consequently, how through those practices, the hegemonic discourses around legitimacy of access to public resources are reproduced.
The Silent Feminists
Authors: Slide Anthony
Published: March 2024

A timely and captivating account of America’s first women directors who, with little recognition, helped pave the way for females in the film industry today.

Originally published in 1977 as Early Women Directors, Anthony Slide’s The Silent Feminists was the first volume to recognize and honor the work of female directors in the American silent film industry. With a new foreword by the author, this invaluable resource documents these pioneering women’s lives and careers and provides an introduction to the notable yet often overlooked history of female film directors. It introduces readers to such trailblazers of the motion picture as Alice Guy Blaché, Lois Weber, Mrs. Wallace Reid, Ida May Park, Margery Wilson, and many others.

More than forty years after its original publication, The Silent Feminists remains an important and influential study, providing original documentation on a subject that has steadily and deservedly grown in significance.
Crushed
Authors: Freedman Brian
Published: March 2024

"For oenophiles and anyone interested in ways climate change is affecting what’s on the table, this is a must-read." Publishers Weekly

Take a tour of wine and spirit production around the world and how climate change is affecting it at every stage – from cultivation to consumption.

Climate change is altering the very nature of wine and spirit production around the world. From the unimaginably destructive fires that rip through California’s wine country with terrifying frequency to the floods and hail storms that threaten grape and grain harvests from Bordeaux to Kentucky and beyond, no one involved in the world of beverage production is immune. Thankfully, it’s not all doom and gloom: The rising temperatures brought on by climate change have allowed southern English wine producers to gain a foothold in the world of sparkling wine: Their best bubblies are finally gaining the kind of respect that producers have dreamed about for decades. CRUSHED takes readers on a tour of the world of wines and spirits, and tells the stories of the visionary growers and producers in eight key regions that are being affected by a climate whose shifts have been far more sudden and dramatic than they ever could have predicted.

CRUSHED is written for everyone who enjoys a nice glass of wine or a great dram of whiskey, and who has ever wondered how it got from its literal roots to the glass they’re holding in their hand. It’s for anyone who is interested in the ways in which our dramatically shifting natural environment is affecting the beverages we’ve all taken for granted.

Over the course of eight gripping chapters, each one focusing on a different part of the wine and spirits world, readers are taken into the lives of the people responsible for some of the most delicious drinks in the world in fascinating, revealing, and riveting ways. Plenty of books have been written about the effects of climate change on our food system, yet none has so vividly given readers the opportunity to understand how their beloved wines and spirits are being affected. Until now.
Eating the Shokuiku Way
Authors: Akisawa Marie , Kimura Motoko
Published: March 2024

Uses the Japanese philosophy of Shokuiku to teach parents how to maximize nutrition in their children’s diets.

Eating the Shokuiku Way teaches parents how to raise their kids with the life-long health benefits of the Japanese way of eating. The Japanese culture is known for its longest life spans and lowest obesity rates. Every child can grow up with maximum intelligence, longevity, and quality of life using this method. Here, parents learn why it’s essential to start these habits with their children (to prevent diabetes, allergies, and obesity), and get step-by-step instruction on not only what to feed their kids, but how. Including time-saving cooking tips, ready-to-go bento box recipes, and knowledge how to teach kids to make better food decisions – limiting carbs, maximizing whole foods, the importance of protein for cell growth and immunity—this work is your go-to guide for learning how to respect and honor food and its role in nourishing our bodies and minds.

Anyone can learn to eat the Shokuiku way. With a focus on simple ingredients to improve the sensitivity of growing taste buds, and an emphasis on slowing down in order to aid digestion and brain function, the Shokuiku way helps children and families appreciate food and the act of eating. A comprehensive approach, the Shokuiku way also encourages mindful eating and making healthful choices that will last a lifetime. Not just for children, but for anyone hoping to change their eating habits and improve their overall health and wellbeing, Eating the Shokuiku Way will guide readers on a better path.
Hockey's Hidden Gods
Authors: Megale S. C.
Published: March 2024

A Library Journal Best Arts & Humanities Book 2022

The extraordinary true story of the U.S. sled hockey team that overcame physical adversity and internal strife to win Paralympic gold.

When former NHL star Rick Middleton accepted the position of head coach for the United States sled hockey team, he wasn’t sure what to expect. The program had never medaled—had never even come close, in fact. But where Middleton might have found despair, he instead found an incredible group of men who had battled their way back from hell to play the sport they love.

In Hockey’s Hidden Gods: The Untold Story of a Paralympic Miracle on Ice, S.C. Megale uncovers the remarkable tale of a team that shocked the world by taking U.S. sled hockey from worst to first in the 2002 Paralympics. Odds of winning were dismal. The road to victory seemed unfathomable. But this cast of fifteen athletes with disabilities, athletes who had helped build a groundbreaking U.S. sled hockey program with almost no outside support, ultimately persevered on the global stage.

Featuring a fascinating history of sled hockey, exclusive interviews with players and coaches, action-packed game coverage, and intimate profiles sharing the players’ personal journeys, Hockey’s Hidden Gods is the uplifting story of how once-shattered dreams can be reborn and rebuilt through tenacity, grit, and an indomitable spirit.
When Mortals Play God
Authors: Erickson John
Published: March 2024

American history is full of examples of discrimination in all forms, but never before has the wreckage from America’s infatuation with eugenics and its state-sanctioned policy of hate toward the mentally ill been put in such personal terms.

In this extraordinary debut book, Pulitzer Prize winning journalist John Erickson answers the questions that have long haunted an immigrant family: Why was a mother in her early twenties imprisoned and then sterilized? What caused her three children to be taken from her and placed in an orphanage that later preyed on children? What led her oldest son to commit an unspeakable act of violence? And, finally, whatever happened to her youngest son who disappeared from her life and was never seen by the family again?

This is a tragic story, yet strangely an uplifting one. Because just as officials believed immorality and mental illness were as genetically linked as eye and hair color, various family members would prove them wrong. In a story that will make you seethe with anger and well with tears, When Mortals Play God shows how valuable life is, and how grit and determination can sometimes relegate evil and injustice to a back seat.
Finding Yourself in Chaos
Authors: Newby James R. , Minear Mark
Published: March 2024

The blessings and burdens that come with a life in ministry and religious leadership present complex situations and personal struggles that left unaddressed can lead to burn out and a loss of vocational conviction. A minister’s spiritual and mental wellbeing is an essential part of them being an effective servant of God, so it’s important that they be supported and equipped to handle the chaos that modern life brings.

Recognizing and embracing the transitional pain of life events like divorce, retirement, the death of family member, authors James R. Newby and Mark Minear guide readers through a plan of action focused on self-discovery and renewal of spirit.

This book speaks to ministers in local churches who are questioning themselves, in transition, and are experiencing chaos, and who still want to be effective ministers. It is also for congregational leaders and denominational leaders who would like to understand both the perils and possibilities of the chaos some of the religious leaders under their care and jurisdiction are experiencing.
A Kaleidoscope of Identities
Authors: Messerschmidt James W. , Bridges Tristan
Published: March 2024

Contemporary theoretical tools in the social sciences and humanities hinder an understanding of the dynamic interplay between reflexivity and routine in the formation of sex, gender, and sexual identities. In A Kaleidoscope of Identities, James W. Messerschmidt and Tristan Bridges build on the work of feminist sociologists in examining the relationship among situational interaction, accountability, and relational and discursive social structures to uniquely conceptualize sex, gender, and sexual practice as both reflexive and routine. Drawing on nuanced and powerful life-history interviews, Messerschmidt and Bridges present a new theoretical framework situating reflexivity and routine in a much more symbiotic relationship than has been previously acknowledged. Without privileging either, Messerschmidt and Bridges explore this relationship through a novel analysis of the ways reflexivity and routine collaboratively shape sex, gender, and sexual identities over time and across space. A Kaleidoscope of Identities provides a fresh, accessible, and provocative argument advancing our knowledge on the changing nature of sex, gender, and sexual identity formations alongside transforming systems of power and inequality.
Contemporary Criminal Justice Careers
Authors: Sheridan Matthew J. , Lalka Thomas J.
Published: March 2024

Picking up where Exploring and Understanding Careers in Criminal Justice, left off, Matthew J. Sheridan and Thomas J. Lalka provide an updated guide for the novice and professional alike. The chapters are crafted to provide essential information to guide the job seeker from entrance into the profession, through career development, occupational refocus, professional options, to retirement preparation. Taking into consideration the effects of the pandemic, current social unrest, and recent tragedies, the authors examine how the “new normal” will bring change and opportunities throughout criminal justice careers. With an emphasis on planning, personal development, and preparation this book outlines career paths that can provide rewards for satisfaction during and after careers.

On top of invaluable information on a variety of specific careers, this book also includes sixteen appendices that cover successful job hunting, internships, a guide to interview questions, a document portfolio checklist, paying for college, and profiles of 18 professionals in criminal justice field from a parole officer to a correctional architect.

This is an excellent resource for students, faculty, advisors, and classroom instruction for guidance into a successful criminal justice career that will be loved, from first employment to retirement.
Understanding Osteoporosis
Authors: Ali Naheed
Published: March 2024

Offers cutting-edge tips for sufferers and those who help them, and offer and overview of the essentials of treatment, symptoms, risk factors, and outcomes.

Osteoporosis is prevalent among aging women especially, but it can affect anyone as they age. Here, Naheed Ali offers an overview of the disorder and its warning signs and risk factors. He walks readers through prevention strategies, common symptoms, treatment options, and potential outcomes for sufferers. Keeping caregivers in mind, too, Dr. Ali offers advice for both sufferers and those who love and care for them, to keep them safe.
The Library as Forum in the Social Media Age
Authors: Budd John M.
Published: March 2024

How do individuals in our country converse about thorny political matters? We know that these kinds of discussions can be fraught, but there are ways that the conversations can be thoughtful and civil. In this book, ways to ensure civil conversations are explored deeply. A major thrust of the book is that the library (writ large) can be the locus for informed conversations, typified by evidence and truth. We begin with a description of the library—what it is, what purposes it can serve, what contributions it can make to civil discourse. As we will see, the theme of liberty runs throughout the commentary.

Another chapter explores what discourse is, how discourse theory can inform civil conversations, and what kinds of discursive practices achieve the goal of civility. This is, admittedly, a tall order, but it is absolutely necessary to fulfill the promise of the book. The chapter further presents examples of topics that are components of political conversations today, as well as substantive sources that can inform those conversations. The final chapter returns to the library. The spirit and substance of providing a venue for civil conversation are discussed at some length. The conclusion presents how the library can be the exemplar for civil conversation. The audience for the book is not limited to librarians, but extends to all who are interested in, and committed to, reasoned discussion of the political issues that divide us today. Examples of topics of conversation conclude the last chapter. The purpose is to illustrate just how the fraught topics can be discussed in a civil and considered manner. The ultimate purpose of the book is to present a realistic manner by which political conversations can take place, fostered by libraries.
Career Choices in Music beyond the Pandemic
Authors: Nagel Julie Jaffee
Published: March 2024

“A must-read for musicians young and old as well as general readers.” — Joseph W. Polisi, President Emeritus, The Juilliard School

Choosing a career is one of the most important decisions we make in our lifetime. Career choice is more than just working to earn a living but also an important window into how we feel about ourselves. In this groundbreaking and provocative book, musician and psychologist Julie Jaffee Nagel explores how musicians’ work beyond the COVID-19 pandemic casts a light upon the necessity of rethinking, rebuilding, and possibly redesigning our concept of careers and music education in the arts.

The book takes an interdisciplinary approach to a wide range of pressing topics such as career disillusionment, mental health in relation to lack of professional and personal security, the unavailability of jobs that reflect the depth of the musician’s formal training and talent, and the healing role and value of musicians in a post-pandemic world. The pandemic was an unwelcome and sudden shock in the lives and careers of countless musicians, with many experiencing crises. Importantly, Nagel emphasizes that this trauma also has the potential to energize and expand horizons for rewarding, creative work. Musicians’ gifts include resilience and discipline, and their art has important social value. Music has the power to be an aural antidote to some of society’s ills—during trying times, it is vitally important to express and share the musician’s artistic imagination and creativity in teaching studios, on stage, and through off stage interactions with others.