bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Optimizing Pregnancy-related Nausea: Central Composite Design for Fast Relief Buccal Films
Authors: Wal Ankita , Dev Dhruv , MM Rekha , Kumawat Rohit , Singh Manmeet , Kumar M Ravi , Wal Pranay
Published: January 2025

Background:

Nausea and vomiting are common responses to various factors like gastrointestinal
disorders, motion sickness, pregnancy, medications, infections, and severe pain. Treatment
includes antiemetic medications, hydration, dietary adjustments, rest, and, in severe cases, medical
intervention to address underlying causes.

Objective:

The present research aims at formulating buccal Promethazine with polymers like
HPMCE15 and sodium alginate hence relief from the condition of nausea and vomiting in pregnancy.

Methods:

A variety of PMT buccal films (PBF), comprising varying HPMC E15 and sodium alginate,
incorporating PMT (25 mg) in keeping with the method recommended via Design Expert Software,
have been fabricated using the solvent casting approach. The design expert software 11.0 trial
version was used for statistical analysis of the responses.

Results:

The results showed PMT's compatibility with excipients, preserving the drug's functional
groups. The films were neutral, and flexible, with uniform thickness and good swelling, especially in
sodium alginate-rich films. They had consistent drug content, and mucoadhesion time and strength
increased with HPMC E15 concentration. In vitro tests revealed a 40% burst release in 10 minutes,
followed by varied release rates based on polymer composition.

Conclusion:

The optimized buccal films showed greater flexibility and a promising balance between
swelling, which is necessary for drug release, and mucoadhesion, which prolongs mucosal contact.
The buccal films' optimized features suggest that controlled and prolonged release could improve
Promethazine absorption and therapeutic efficacy. The ease of administration and longer mucosal
retention period may improve patient compliance and experience.
The Role of Social Media in Shaping Adolescent Mental Well-being: A Comprehensive Review on Its Pros and Cons
Authors: Balamurali R.
Published: January 2025

Objective:

The objective of this review is to explore the impact of
social media use on the mental health of teenagers, considering both advantages
and disadvantages through a Narrative evaluation of recent studies.

Methods:

A Narrative review of current literature was conducted to assess the
effects of social media on adolescent mental health. The findings were
categorized into seven areas: general mental health effects, specific issues such as
anxiety and depression, behavioral impacts like addiction and self-regulation,
effects on vulnerable populations, the influence of COVID-19, digital mental
health services, ethical considerations with AI, and implications for academic
achievement and public health.

Results:

Social media use has both positive and negative effects on adolescent
mental health. It is associated with an increase in behavioral issues such as
addiction and mental health problems like anxiety and depression. Vulnerable
groups, including LGBTQ+ youth and victims of cyberbullying, face heightened
risks. The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated these mental health challenges,
though social media provided essential support networks. Digital mental health
services were beneficial but raised ethical concerns, particularly regarding
privacy and the need for culturally sensitive interventions.

Conclusion:

The review underscores the need for balanced strategies to mitigate
the negative impacts of social media on adolescent mental health. Comprehensive
digital literacy programs, culturally relevant interventions, and ethical
considerations in digital mental health services are crucial to supporting
adolescent well-being in the digital age.
Reconstruction of Restitution as an Additional Punishment for Victims of Criminal Acts
Authors: Aprilianda Nurini , Farikhah Mufatikhatul , Fibriansyah Ryan Ilham , Kadir Nadhilah A.
Published: January 2025

Victims of criminal acts, as individuals who suffer harm, deserve comprehensive protection, particularly in the process of recovering their losses. The enactment of the National Criminal Code has recognised this need by including compensation as an additional form of punishment. However, the current framework has significant shortcomings. Since this additional punishment is not mandatory, victims are not guaranteed compensation, undermining the principle of justice. This study explores the need to reform the existing system to ensure fair and effective restitution for victims. Based on normative research utilising a statutory approach and interpretative analysis, the findings suggest that positioning criminal compensation as a primary form of punishment within the National Criminal Code would better serve justice. By elevating criminal compensation to a primary punishment, the system would provide victims with greater certainty in securing recovery from the perpetrator.
Special Testimony as a Reforming Concept in the Indonesian Juvenile Criminal Justice System
Authors: Anam Khairil , Windari Rusmilawati
Published: January 2025

Children who have suffered from sexual violence face an increased risk of re-victimisation during judicial proceedings. A study by Hannah (2019) and Nina Papalia (2021) indicated that approximately 50% of child victims experience re-victimisation during trials, as they are required to relive their traumatic experiences. Countries like Norway and Brazil have introduced additional preventive measures to mitigate these negative effects. This normative study utilises statutory, conceptual and comparative approaches, aiming to examine the regulations governing the testimony of child victims of sexual violence in Indonesia, Norway and Brazil. Additionally, it seeks to identify positive aspects that could enhance Indonesia’s juvenile justice system. The findings suggest that Brazil’s ‘Special Testimony’ model for child testimony is more suitable for adoption in Indonesia than the ‘Nordic Model’ used in Norway. The ‘Special Testimony’ approach that could be integrated into Indonesia’s juvenile justice system includes (1) conducting investigations with electronic recording, which can be used as evidence in court; (2) having testimony examined by a psychologist or investigator trained in child psychology; (3) limiting a child’s testimony to a single occurrence during the investigation stage, unless deemed necessary by the judge; and (4) utilising technology or electronic devices during special examinations by a psychologist in a designated interview room.
Application of Procedural Justice vis a vis Substantive Justice in Law Enforcement
Authors: Efendi Jonaedi
Published: January 2025

This study examines the application of procedural and substantive justice in law enforcement. The research method employed in this article is a mixed-method approach, encompassing normative and sociological legal research. Normative legal research uses conceptual and case approaches, while sociological legal research adopts a socio-legal approach, analysing law enforcement from the perspective of legal culture. The discussion reveals that the application of procedural justice, in contrast to substantive justice in law enforcement, often cannot run simultaneously. In certain circumstances, procedural justice takes precedence, while in others, substantive justice is prioritised. Procedural justice is closely associated with the propriety and transparency of the decision-making process, whereas substantive justice emphasises elements within the law, particularly notions of ‘truth’ and ‘guilt’. However, both forms of justice must remain grounded in existing legal norms. Based on the findings of this study, it can be concluded that a discourse on the application of procedural justice versus substantive justice in law enforcement has emerged. This discourse is categorised into three stages: the investigation stage, the prosecution stage and the decision stage.
The Urgency of Reforming Indonesian Arbitration Law From a Paradigmatic Perspective
Authors: Taufiqurrahman Taufiqurrahman , Endarto Budi
Published: January 2025

Over time, a growing interest has emerged among various stakeholders in reforming Indonesia’s Law No. 30 concerning arbitration and alternative dispute resolution. The existing Arbitration Law is increasingly viewed as outdated and misaligned with global developments in arbitration. While the need to update Indonesia’s Arbitration Law is evident, it is essential to approach this reform with a well-defined direction rather than merely following current trends without purpose. This study explores the foundational paradigms that could guide Indonesia’s Arbitration Law reform. The study employs a normative legal research method, utilising both statutory and conceptual approaches. The findings suggest that the universalistic particularism paradigm could serve as a basis for reforming Indonesian Arbitration Law. It is recommended that the current Arbitration Law be maintained for domestic arbitration, while the UNCITRAL Model Law on International Commercial Arbitration should be adopted for international arbitration matters.
Effect of Adding Hydrocolloid as A Stabilizer on The Rheological Properties and Total Lactic Acid Bacteria of Yogurt Drinks During Cold Storage
Authors: Latifasari Nurul , Kurniawati Ajeng Dyah , Naufalin Rifda , Raharditya Carantia
Published: January 2025

Carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) is the most common hydrocolloid used in yogurt drinks. Yogurt drink is a fermented milk product that has many benefits and involves the addition of water to reduce the total dissolved solids in yogurt; thus, yogurt is not too thick and often forms two phases if it is left for too long. Therefore, adding hydrocolloids, such as CMC, is necessary to improve yogurt drink products that have low stability. Hence, the purpose of this research was to study and evaluate the rheological properties and total lactic acid bacteria of yogurt drink formulations with the addition of CMC as an emulsifier in terms of viscosity, total titratable acid content, pH, total dissolved solids, and total lactic acid bacteria (LAB). The first factor was the addition of the stabilizer CMC at six concentrations: 0, 0.1, 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, and 0.9%. The second factor was the storage duration at a cold temperature, with two levels from day 0 until day 15. The results showed that adding stabilizing agents in the form of CMC at concentrations of 0.1–0.9% (w/v) can increase the physical stability by increasing the viscosity of stirred yogurt. The addition of various concentrations of CMC to the stirred yogurt significantly affected the viscosity, pH, titratable acidity, and soluble solids content. The total LAB content at 0.7% and 0.9% increased at the beginning of the storage process but decreased as the storage time increased because of the secondary metabolites produced and the lack of nutrients as substrates.
Studi kualitatif pengalaman emosi ayah dalam pengasuhan anak balita
Authors: Fadhilah Khoirunnisa  , Annisa Hasna Fadhilah  , Zainal Abidin
Published: January 2025

Kehadiran ayah dalam pengasuhan anak sama pentingnya dengan seorang ibu. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi bagaimana para ayah mendeskripsikan pengalaman emosi mereka dalam pengasuhan anak. Partisipan penelitian adalah ayah yang memiliki anak usia balita (1-3 tahun). Metode pengambilan data menggunakan teknik wawancara semi terstruktur yang dilakukan secara online dengan mengacu pada Parent Development Interview-Revised (PDI-R). Pendekatan fenomenologi dan teknik iterative coding digunakan untuk menganalisis data dan menentukan tema. Hasil penelitian mengidentifikasi adanya enam emosi utama yakni terkait enam emosi: gembira (joy), rasa sakit/kesulitan (pain/difficulty), bahagia (happiness), bangga (pride), kesal/marah (annoyance/anger), dan rasa bersalah (guilt) yang dilatar belakangi pada empat pengalaman ayah dalam pengasuhan yaitu pengalaman hubungan ayah dan anak, pengalaman yang berfokus pada anak, pengalaman yang berfokus pada ayah dan pengalaman pemenuhan peran sebagai ayah. Implikasi penelitian ini adalah masyarakat dapat mengetahui dan menyadari bahwa para ayah merasakan berbagai emosi positif dan negatif dalam hubungannya dengan anak, sehingga dapat mendalami secara komprehensif peran sebagai ayah.
Pengantar editorial MediaPsi 10 (2) 2024
Authors: Akhrani Lusy Asa
Published: January 2025

Bagian pendahuluan ini merangkum kontribusi dalam MediaPsi edisi ini. Mediapsi 10(2) 2024 ini menyajikan lima artikel berbahasa Indonesia. Lima artikel Mediapsi 10(2) 2024 merupakan hasil penelitian ilmiah dengan memanfaatkan pendekatan penelitian kuantitatif maupun kualitatif. Mediapsi menyajikan berbagai fenomena kehidupan dengan berbagai latar belakang seperti pendidikan, perilaku konsumen, post trauma perceraian orang tua, sampai dengan modal sosial pada masyarakat multikultural. Berbagai peristiwa dalam kehidupan menimbulkan response unik manusia. Kehidupan tidak selalu menyajikan kondisi ideal. Beberapa kondisi terpaksa harus dihadapi manusia, seperti tidak ada individu yang berharap berada dalam posisi sebagai anak korban perceraian orang tua dan menjadikan individu mengalami post-traumatic growth, tidak juga ada anak yang ingin terlahir secara istimewa dengan berbagai keterbatasan baik fisik, mental dan intelektual, namun sekolah yang memiliki model pembelajaran dengan techer grit yang baik dapat memaksimalkan potensi anak. Bahkan ada pula yang terpaksa menjalani pendidikan dengan beban ganda sebagai pekerja namun mahasiswa yang memiliki grit tinggi akan meningkatkan mindfulness dan membantu mereduksi gangguan lain di luar perkuliahan, Situasi lain seperti tantangan kemudahan teknologi membuat pola pembelanjaan online dimana berbelanja cukup dari genggaman tangan, semakin mudah dan meningkatkan pembelian impulsif. Tantangan lainnya terjadi pada masyarakat dengan keberagaman yang tinggi. Masyarakat multikultural menjadi modal sosial yang membutuhkan komitmen warganya untuk hidup rukun berdampingan. Namun, berbagai peristiwa kehidupan tetap bergantung pada kemampuan kendali manusia untuk mengelola kondisi psikologis dan pilihan perilakuknya. Ragam artikel yang ditampilkan dalam issue kedua tahun 2024 Mediapsi ini diharapkan dapat mendorong kontrbusi teoritis maupun praktis pada penelitian-penelitian selanjutnya.
Effectiveness of the WomenCan CBT Program on Depression, Anxiety, and Hope: A Pilot Study
Authors: Savaş Esra
Published: January 2025

This pilot study evaluated the effectiveness of the WomenCan Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) program on depression, anxiety, and hope among Turkish women diagnosed with cancer. Cancer, particularly breast cancer, is a prevalent condition that significantly impacts psychological well-being of patients. The WomenCan CBT program was created to specifically address the unique psychosocial stressors women face, aiming to reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety while boosting levels of hope. The study used a quasi-experimental design with a pretest-posttest method, involving 12 participants who completed the program. Results indicated significant reductions in depression and anxiety levels, alongside notable increases in hope, particularly in the “Positive Readiness/Expectancy” dimension. The findings highlight the potential of culturally adapted CBT programs to enhance mental health and quality of life for women with cancer. This research provides valuable insights into the applicability of CBT interventions in nonWestern contexts and highlights the importance of culturally sensitive approaches to psychosocial care for patients with cancer.
Availability and Key Characteristics of National Early Warning Systems for Emerging Profiles of Antimicrobial Resistance in High-Income Countries: Systematic Review
Authors: Iera Jessica , Isonne Claudia , Seghieri Chiara , Tavoschi Lara , Ceparano Mariateresa , Sciurti Antonio , D'Alisera Alessia , Sane Schepisi Monica , Migliara Giuseppe , Marzuillo Carolina , Villari Paolo , D'Ancona Fortunato , Baccolini Valentina
Published: January 2025

Background

The World Health Organization (WHO) recently advocated an urgent need for implementing national surveillance systems for the timely detection and reporting of emerging antimicrobial resistance (AMR). However, public information on the existing national early warning systems (EWSs) is often incomplete, and a comprehensive overview on this topic is currently lacking.

Objective

This review aimed to map the availability of EWSs for emerging AMR in high-income countries and describe their main characteristics.

Methods

A systematic review was performed on bibliographic databases, and a targeted search was conducted on national websites. Any article, report, or web page describing national EWSs in high-income countries was eligible for inclusion. EWSs were identified considering the emerging AMR-reporting WHO framework.

Results

We identified 7 national EWSs from 72 high-income countries: 2 in the East Asia and Pacific Region (Australia and Japan), 3 in Europe and Central Asia (France, Sweden, and the United Kingdom), and 2 in North America (the United States and Canada). The systems were established quite recently; in most cases, they covered both community and hospital settings, but their main characteristics varied widely across countries in terms of the organization and microorganisms under surveillance, with also different definitions of emerging AMR and alert functioning. A formal system assessment was available only in Australia.

Conclusions

A broader implementation and investment of national surveillance systems for the early detection of emerging AMR are still needed to establish EWSs in countries and regions lacking such capabilities. More standardized data collection and reporting are also advisable to improve cooperation on a global scale. Further research is required to provide an in-depth analysis of EWSs, as this study is limited to publicly available data in high-income countries.
Contrasting Approaches: A Comparative Analysis of Infomercial and Informational Diabetes Content on YouTube (Preprint)
Authors: Lee Junwoo , Choi Han-gyeol , Lee Hong
Published: January 2025

BACKGROUND

Social media has become a primary source of health information, with medical content creators on YouTube ranging from institutional healthcare providers to infomercial channels that combine medical information with product marketing.

OBJECTIVE

To compare and analyze the differences in diabetes-related medical information delivery between infomercial channels and informational channels (operated by authoritative medical institutions) on YouTube.

METHODS

We analyzed 374 English YouTube videos from 57 channels (18 infomercial and 39 informational) using multiple analytical approaches: lexical analysis, c-TF-IDF analysis, Word2Vec network analysis, and Bi-LSTM attention mechanisms. Natural language processing techniques were employed to examine content focus, terminology usage, and communication strategies.

RESULTS

Infomercial channels emphasized dietary interventions and specific products, showing higher frequencies of nutrition-related terms (e.g., 'vitamin,' 'fruit,' 'food') and product-focused solutions. Informational channels focused on medical management and patient education, with higher usage of clinical terminology (e.g., 'patient,' 'medication,' 'program'). Word network analysis revealed distinct semantic clusters, with infomercial content linking health outcomes to purchasable solutions while informational content centered on evidence-based management strategies.

CONCLUSIONS

The study reveals significant differences in how medical information is presented across channel types, highlighting the complex interplay between commercial interests and healthcare education in social media. The findings highlight the need for stronger oversight of health-related content on social media platforms and suggest opportunities for improving health communication in digital spaces.
Comparative effectiveness of genetic diagnostic methods in children with nervous system disorders in Ukraine
Authors: Kyrylova L.H. , Miroshnikov O.O. , Kharytonov V.I. , Dolenko O.O. , Badiuk V.M. , Dyukareva-Bezdenezhnykh S.V.
Published: January 2025

Background. In modern society, there is a significant increase in the number of neuropsychiatric disorders among children. Modern methods of genetic testing play an important role in diagnosing diseases of the nervous system and neurodevelopmental disorders. The purpose was to analyze the results of genetic studies in children with various neurological disorders and to evaluate their effectiveness in improving diagnostic approaches. Materials and methods. One hundred and sixty children aged 0–18 years (average age 6.7 years) were included in the study. Among them, 131 underwent whole-exome sequencing (WES): 68 (51.9 %) with epilepsy, 31 (23.7 %) with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), and 32 (24.4 %) with neurological disorders. Chromosomal microarray (CMA) was performed in 56 children, including 27 children who underwent both WES and CMA. Results. Among 131 children examined by WES, a positive result was obtained in 59 (45.0 %) cases: 31 patients (45.6 %) with epileptic seizures, 10 children (32.3 %) with ASD, 18 (56.3 %) with neurological disorders. A positive result was obtained by the CMA method in 18 children (32.1 %): 5 (31.3 %) with epilepsy, 11 (30.6 %) with ASD, 2 (50.0 %) with neurological disorders. Among the children exa­mined by CMA, 27 (48.2 %) were previously examined using WES and received a negative result. In this cohort, 8 children (29.6 %) had mutations detected by the CMA method, whereas among children who did not undergo WES, mutations were detected by CMA in 10 cases (34.5 %). Conclusions. WES is the most effective method in neurological disorders (56.3 %) and epilepsy (45.6 % of children). In general, WES showed greater effectiveness in the total sample of children (45.0 %) compared to CMA (32.1 %). CMA showed higher effectiveness in neurological disorders (50.0 %). Among children with a negative WES result, 29.6 % had pathogenic variants detected by CMA. The research was carried out in accordance with the principles of the Declaration of Helsinki. Informed consent for the research was obtained from the patients and their parents. The authors declare no conflict of interest.
Clinical and morphological features of the arterial blood supply to the spinal cord
Authors: Sidelkovskyi O.L. , Ignatishev M.R.
Published: January 2025

It is known that acute and chronic disorders of spinal blood circulation in clinical practice are almost always accompanied by significant risks of complications and gross residual phenomena that significantly affect the patient’s quality of life in the long term. Spinal blood circulation disorders are acute or chronic disorders caused by pathology of the vessels that provide blood supply to the spinal cord. Arterial blood supply to the spinal cord is provided from several sources. The spinal cord is supplied by branches of the following arteries: vertebral artery, ascending cervical artery, deep cervical artery, posterior intercostal arteries, lumbar and median sacral arteries, iliolumbar artery and lateral sacral arteries. In many cases, the Adamkiewicz artery, which is found in over 80 % of people, plays a significant role in ensuring blood supply to the spinal cord. This artery arises from the spinal branch (r. spinalis) of the dorsal branch (r.dorsalis) of the posterior intercostal, or subcostal, or lumbar arteries (all of these arteries arise from the descending aorta). The Adamkiewicz artery, independently and through the anterior spinal artery (after merging with it), supplies blood to the lower part of the spinal cord. Circulatory disorders in the Adamkiewicz artery can lead to severe (often irreversible) neurological consequences, including spinal cord ischemia syndrome, similar to anterior spinal artery syndrome, or spinal stroke. In addition to the above sources of blood supply to the spinal cord, some non-permanent additional arteries are also described, one of the most important of which is the Desproges-Gotteron artery. It arises from the internal iliac artery or one of its branches (usually on one side), enters the spinal canal along with the roots of the fifth lumbar or first sacral nerve and supplies blood to the conus medullaris.
Identification of Antioxidant Compounds from Gynura procumbens Using LC-MS/MS-Based Metabolomics
Authors: Putri Aurelia Cyntia , Ilmiawati Auliya , Rafi Mohamad
Published: January 2025

Gynura procumbens or commonly known as sambung nyawa is one of Indonesian medicinal plants. This plant has antioxidant activity, but no reported studies have been performed to identify antioxidant compounds from G. procumbens leaves using a metabolomics approach. In this study, we aimed to identify antioxidant compounds from G. procumbens by LC-MS/MS-based metabolomics. G. procumbens was extracted by maceration using ethanol p.a, 70%-, 50%-, 30% ethanol,  and water as the extracting solvent. Metabolite profiling using LC-MS/MS could putatively identify about 54 metabolites from all extracts. We found that flavonols are the most abundant group in all ethanol extracts. Antioxidant activity was determined using the DPPH method. The antioxidant activity of all extracts yielded IC50 values ranging 90.39 to 140.75 mg/L, indicating strong to medium activity. Antioxidant compound prediction was done by correlating metabolites profile and antioxidant activity using orthogonal partial least square-discriminant analysis (OPLS-DA). From the OPLS-DA, five compounds are predicted as antioxidant compounds, namely kaempferol 3-O-rutinoside, 4-hydroxybenzaldehyde, 4,5-dicaffeoylquinic acid, 3-dicaffeoylquinic acid, and 1 unknown compound. The five metabolites had a p-value (<0.05), fold change (>1.5), and variable importance in the projection (VIP) (>1.46), which indicated that these metabolites had a significant contribution to the antioxidant activity from G. procumbens leaves.
Thymoquinone Increased Warfarin 7-hydroxylation in Human Liver Microsomes and Induced the Expression of CYP2C9 in HepG2 Cells
Authors: Megawati Annik , Nugroho Agung Endro , Lukitaningsih Endang , Prihati Dita Amalia , Nurrochmad Arief
Published: January 2025

The herbal-drug interaction is an interesting phenomenon that can induce therapeutic complications in patients. Warfarin is widely used as an anticoagulant, which has a narrow therapeutic index. The combination of herbal and warfarin has consequences in the outcome therapy on the attenuation of drug efficacy or increased toxicity.  This study aims to investigate the effect of thymoquinone on warfarin 7-hydroxylation activity in human liver microsome (HLM) and the expression of CYP2C9 in HepG2 cells. To investigate the co-administration of thymoquinone on warfarin 7-hydroxylation was conducted using HLM and HepG2 cells. The study was divided into three groups: control, warfarin, and combination of warfarin-thymoquinone. The metabolite of 7-hydroxywarfarin (7-OH warfarin) in HLM was determined using HPLC-MS/MS. Furthermore, the induction effect of thymoquinone on the expression of CYP2C9 in HepG2 cells was determined by RT-PCR. The results of the validated method used were selective for HLM 7-hydroxywarfarin, with an LLOQ of 0.62 μM, and it meets the criteria for accuracy and precision for metabolite analysis. The results showed that the co-incubation of thymoquinone at 0.37mM significantly increased warfarin 7-hydroxylation activity (P < 0.05). In addition, the incubation for 72 hours of thymoquinone also significantly induced the expression of CYP2C9 in HepG2 cells (P < 0.05). These findings provide valuable insights that the combination of thymoquinone with warfarin significantly increased the warfarin 7-hydroxylation activity in human liver microsomes and expression of the CYP2C9 in HepG2 cells, which may have an impact on the clinical outcomes of warfarin in patients.
Analysis of the Difference of CSR Reports between China and the US from the Perspective of Hofstede’s Cultural Dimension Theory
Authors: Chen Mengran
Published: January 2025

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) refers to the enterprise's responsibility to shareholders, employees, creditors, consumers, social welfare, as well as the environment and resources. The fulfillment of CSR by an enterprise helps to create a good reputation and brand image of the enterprise, which attracts investors and enhances the competitive advantage of the enterprise. As the official written report of corporate social responsibility disclosure, the CSR report most visually demonstrates the social responsibility philosophy and practice of an enterprise. However, due to the differences in cultures of different countries, the understanding and practice of CSR vary from country to country. This paper takes six Chinese and American companies in the banking industry that have been listed on the Fortune Global 500 list for 10 consecutive years from 2014 to 2023 to build a corpus sample of CSR reports, and with the help of the Lancsbox X corpus tool, this paper analyzes the keywords based on Hofstede's theory of cultural dimensions, and draws the following conclusions: China is a collectivist culture with high power distance, low tolerance for uncertainty, and long-term orientation, while America is an individualistic culture with low power distance, high tolerance for uncertainty, and short-term orientation.
Legal and Political Normativity in Carl Schmitt’s Theory
Authors: Muro Cabral Cicerón
Published: January 2025

Croce, Mariano & Salvatore, Andrea (2022) Carl Schmitt’s Institutional Theory. The Political Power of Normality. Cambridge University Press.
What Brexit has Revealed: Pride and Prejudice as Political Identity Traits
Authors: Meyenberg Leycegui Yolanda
Published: January 2025

The Brexit victory in the referendum on June 23rd, 2016, in the United Kingdom surprised half of the British population and the world’s public opinion, and it was described as an atypical and irrational political behavior. A thorough analysis of the historical context and how the teams for and against leaving the European Union presented their arguments to the voters shows the reasons for the result. This article reflects on them in two facets: 1) the background to the consultation: the way in which the relationship between the United Kingdom and the rest of Europe was constructed and how the British perceived their integration, in addition to the campaign strategies in favor of permanence and exit, and 2) how citizens saw in the consultation an opportunity to change political rules contrary to their interests. I also present their first impressions of the Brexit results.
Resumen
El triunfo del Brexit en el referéndum del 23 de junio de 2016 en Reino Unido sorprendió a la mitad de los británicos y a la opinión pública del mundo, y se le calificó como un comportamiento político atípico e irracional. Un análisis a fondo del contexto histórico y de la manera en que los equipos a favor y en contra de la salida de la Unión Europea ofrecieron sus argumentos a los votantes muestra las razones del resultado. En este artículo se hace una reflexión sobre ellas en dos aspectos: 1) los antecedentes de la consulta: la forma en que se construyó la relación entre Reino Unido y el resto de Europa y cómo es que los británicos percibieron su integración, además de las estrategias de campaña en pro de la permanencia y la salida, y 2) cómo los ciudadanos vieron en la consulta una oportunidad para cambiar reglas de la política contrarias a sus intereses. Expongo además sus primeras impresiones sobre los resultados del Brexit.
International Reconfiguration and the Challenges of Contemporary Complexity
Authors: Chanona Burguete Alejandro
Published: January 2025

Rapid changes, uncertainty, and the reconfiguration of the international order have characterized the 21st century. The convergence of multiple crises, the proliferation of armed conflicts, and the rise of unconventional and transnational threats generate scenarios that place humanity at risk. The international society faces critical and contradictory moments.
Obsidiana en Cuba: hallazgos y esbozos del problema
Authors: Roura Alvarez Lisette , Acosta Mauri Marcos A.
Published: January 2025

La obsidiana constituye un material que durante décadas ha suscitado interés en geólogos y arqueólogos cubanos. Sus características físicas y estéticas propician que resulte un material muy atractivo e idóneo para confeccionar artefactos de uso cotidiano y superestructural, utilizado por no pocas culturas en todo el mundo. A pesar de que desde el siglo XIX se han estado realizando menciones sobre la presencia de obsidiana en Cuba, y varios han sido los reportes de artefactos confeccionados con dicha roca, recuperados como parte de investigaciones arqueológicas en territorio nacional, no existen estudios al respecto ni publicaciones que aludan a estos hallazgos. Igualmente, no se conocen proyectos de investigación geológica vinculados específicamente a la búsqueda de posibles afloramientos de obsidiana, por lo que, más allá de inferencias y posibles soluciones a la manera en que estos materiales pasaron a formar parte del registro arqueológico, arqueólogos y geólogos se enfrentan a nuevos retos para lograr ofrecer una explicación coherente tras los hallazgos arqueológicos estudiados. Este artículo ofrece una panorámica, desde la perspectiva de la arqueología con apoyo de especialistas en geología, de todo el material colectado, las hipótesis manejadas, las posibles explicaciones, y los retos futuros para los estudios sobre la presencia de obsidiana en Cuba.
Las parteras, curanderas y hechiceras ante el provisorato de naturales de la nueva España, siglos XVI-XVIII
Authors: José Encontra María
Published: January 2025

El objetivo de este artículo es conocer las dinámicas y los desempeños sociales de un grupo de mujeres novohispanas que se dedicaron a las cuestiones sanitarias, mezclando, además de yerbas y minerales, algunos ritos o maniobras de hechicera. Tal influencia obedece en parte, a la permanencia y a la integración de elementos culturales prehispánicos, pero también, a los de origen africano, que, junto con la cultura dominante, -la peninsular-, fomentaron una fusión que no fue bien vista por las autoridades, puesto que las relacionaron con lo demoníaco, y por lo mismo, fueron vigiladas y acusadas de realizar Delitos contra la Fe; y, en consecuencia, juzgadas por el Provisorato de Naturales o la Inquisición Ordinaria. El artículo se sostiene metodológicamente en la revisión documental, -además de bibliográfica-, de expedientes localizados en el Archivo Histórico del Provisorato de Morelia (AHPM) y del Archivo General de la Nación (AGN) que han sido analizados e interpretados por el método histórico narrativo, y que han permitido abordar de manera transdisciplinar los imaginarios y la cotidianidad de Marcela, Martina, Petrona y Rosalia. Lo anterior permite afirmar que durante el virreinato las parteras y hechiceras representaron un andamiaje muy importante, al tiempo que amenazador para el grupo dominante.
The determinants of willingness to pay for improving the animal welfare of laying ducks: the case of Taiwan
Authors: Yang Yu-Chen , Wang Chien-Chin
Published: January 2025

Intensive duck farming has become popular. Regarding this trend, it is foreseeable that the density of animal breeding will increase, which may lead to animal welfare problems. Moreover, there is concern regarding the spread of avian influenza through duck-raising farms with a high density of animal breeding. Recent years have seen frequent occurrences of bird flu in Taiwan, and too high a breeding density will affect not only animal health, but human health as well. In this study, an ordered probit with a sample selection model was used to analyze the factors affecting consumers’ willingness to pay (WTP) for animal welfare duck egg products. Results revealed that perceived consumer effectiveness, consumers’ ethical perceptions and socioeconomic factors such as age, income, and education levels had impact on the decision on whether to pay a price premium for animal welfare products. For respondents that decide to pay a premium for animal welfare products, consumers’ income and age affected consumers’ price premium for animal welfare products. The results of this study show that consumers have a deep understanding of the ethical aspects of animal welfare salted duck eggs but do not pay much attention to their food safety characteristics, especially the aspect of animal welfare that can reduce drug residues. We recommended using a production method that uses a relatively lower level of salt to make salted duck eggs. This can increase the consumer demand for the product. As the frequency of consumption increases, the food safety characteristics of animal welfare salted duck eggs can then be emphasized. Using the non-parametric method, the lower bound of consumers’ WTP was estimated. The lower bound was NTD 18.7299, which was approximately 87% more than a regular salted duck egg.
A new solution to the rational voter paradox
Authors: Mladenovic Ivan , Vasic Miljan
Published: January 2025

The rational voter paradox suggests that there is no incentive for a rational
individual to vote if the expected benefits are outweighed by the costs.
However, the probability of an individual vote deciding the outcome of an
election is typically small, making the expected benefits negligible. In
response to the paradox, this paper proposes a novel solution based on
Goldman?s causal responsibility approach, which asserts that voters make a
partial causal contribution to the electoral outcome even if their vote is
not decisive. The paper integrates the logic of Condorcet?s jury theorem
into the causal responsibility approach, arguing that this leads to solving
the rational voter paradox.
Income convergence and divergence in European regions: Insights and policy implications
Authors: Saglam Yagmur , Onkan Ozge
Published: January 2025

The allocation of wealth in society has been a fundamental question and
challenge in economics. Concentrating most wealth in a small segment of
society while leaving the rest with a smaller portion can lead to income
inequality and social issues. Income inequality varies across cultures,
historical periods, economic structures, and economic systems. Our study
tests and analyzes comparative income convergence in Eastern Europe, Western
Europe, Central Europe, and the Baltic regions. It is important to note that
our model is region-specific rather than country-specific. Our study asserts
that income levels converge at an average level and within states, promoting
income distribution convergence. The analysis was conducted to examine
stochastic convergence in Europe within the panel stationarity (Fourier
KPSS) test, revealing that regional economic inequalities in Europe are
likely to either persist or even widen.
Dermografismo y urticaria crónica etiología, diagnóstico y tratamiento
Authors:   Investigador Independiente, Bastidas Montalvo Andrés Mauricio , Cepeda Zaldumbide Ana Sofía ,   Investigador Independiente, Noroña Guevara Grace Estefanía ,   Investigador Independiente, Soria Flores Lisbeth Esthefany ,   Investigador Independiente
Published: January 2025

En este artículo se hablará sobre el dermografismo y la urticaria crónica mismos que son dos afecciones cutáneas comunes que pueden afectar significativamente la calidad de vida de la persona que la padece. El dermografismo, también conocido como escritura en la piel, es una afección que se caracteriza por la aparición de ronchas o ronchas elevadas que pican en respuesta a un rascado o presión suave. La urticaria crónica, por otro lado, es una afección cutánea persistente y debilitante que se caracteriza por episodios recurrentes de ronchas dolorosas, hinchadas y con picazón. Este artículo tiene como objetivo proporcionar una revisión integral de la etiología, el diagnóstico y el tratamiento del dermografismo y la urticaria crónica.
The Global Food System and Its Environmental Impact: A Call for Sustainable Transformation
Authors: G* Upadhyay
Published: January 2025

The modern global food system—spanning production, processing, distribution, and consumption—has emerged as a
significant contributor to environmental degradation. It drives greenhouse gas emissions, land and water degradation,
biodiversity loss, and resource depletion. Sustainable nutrition, which integrates environmental considerations into dietary
choices, has become a key concern, emphasizing plant-based proteins, seasonal food consumption, and minimal ecological
impact. With the global population projected to reach 10 billion by 2050, ensuring food security while minimizing environmental
harm is crucial. Agriculture accounts for about 24% of global greenhouse gas emissions, driven by methane from livestock
and nitrous oxide from fertilizers. Land use changes for agriculture contribute to deforestation, biodiversity loss, and soil
degradation, exacerbating climate change. Water use in agriculture, the largest consumer of freshwater, further strains
ecosystems, while pollution from agricultural runoff causes eutrophication. Effective strategies for sustainable transformation
include agroecology, regenerative agriculture, dietary shifts, reducing food waste, and technological innovations. Practices
like crop rotation and managed grazing improve soil health and sequester carbon. Transitioning to plant-based diets and
reducing food waste could significantly lower emissions. Precision agriculture and alternative protein sources offer promising
advancements. Holistic approaches involving policy reform, innovation, and behavioral change are needed to create a resilient,
environmentally friendly food system that sustains both human and planetary health.
Digital Twin Application for Analysis and Design of an Automated Large Scale Steel Plant Ladle Pouring System
Authors:   , Popov Ivan
Published: January 2025

Basic Oxygen Steel (BOS) making method, requires large quantities of liquid iron (frequently exceeding 300 t) to be poured inside the steel-making furnaces. This operation utilises hot metal (HM) ladles and overhead gantry cranes to perform the pouring action. Due to the large quantities of liquid metal, this operation poses significant safety concerns associated with metal spillage. When metal is poured, heat emissions are released. These can damage the surrounding components (such as crane ropes), consequently reducing their lifecycles. Automation of this pouring process can reduce the likelihood of metal spillage while also allowing for optimised ladle movement to reduce the generation of heat emissions. Given the hazardous nature of this operation, robust testing and evaluation of automated crane pouring movements is required. A Digital Twin (DT) model of an overhead gantry crane/HM ladle system is presented here, intended to provide a safe testing environment for controlled pouring movement and to serve as a testbed for control system design studies. Accurate crane movement is achieved using multi-body dynamics, solving for non-linearities present due to joint frictional components. The flow rate of HM is predicted through the application of a dynamic model, allowing the modelling of system dynamics due to differences in HM pouring weights. Several pouring control schemes were developed and tested using this DT model. These control schemes aim at reducing the generation of heat emissions during HM pouring. These were based on an analysis conducted to study the releases of flame during HM pouring through the application of colour-based image segmentation from videos of the process, drawing relationships between process factors and the generation of flame. Using the developed DT model and conducted analysis, recommendations are made for future process improvements. Here, this calls for control of HM pouring rates in accordance with type of scrap metal used.
A IMPORTÂNCIA DA EDUCAÇÃO CONTINUADA PARA LÍDERES PÚBLICOS: PROPOSTAS PARA O DESENVOLVIMENTO DE COMPETÊNCIAS EM GESTÃO PÚBLICA
Authors: Cavalcante Ailton Ferreira , Silvestre Filho Irajá , Oliveira Valdivino José de
Published: January 2025

O presente artigo analisa a importância da educação continuada como instrumento essencial para o desenvolvimento de competências estratégicas em líderes públicos, destacando sua relevância no contexto da gestão pública contemporânea. A pesquisa justifica-se pela necessidade de preparar gestores para lidar com os desafios crescentes impostos por um ambiente em constante transformação, incluindo demandas sociais, avanços tecnológicos e crises globais. O objetivo principal é explorar como programas de capacitação continuada podem impactar positivamente o desempenho e a eficiência na administração pública. Por meio de uma metodologia qualitativa e exploratória, baseada na revisão de literatura e análise de casos internacionais e nacionais, o estudo discute boas práticas e propõe estratégias aplicáveis ao Brasil. Os resultados evidenciam que iniciativas de educação continuada contribuem significativamente para a modernização da gestão pública, promovendo inovação, ética e liderança transformadora. Conclui-se que investimentos em formação permanente de líderes públicos são cruciais para o fortalecimento das instituições governamentais e para a melhoria dos serviços prestados à sociedade. Recomenda-se a ampliação de pesquisas futuras sobre o tema e a implementação de políticas públicas voltadas à capacitação continuada.
AGROECOLOGIA E EDUCAÇÃO: UMA ANÁLISE DO ENSINO DA AGROECOLOGIA NOS ANOS INICIAIS DO ENSINO FUNDAMENTAL
Authors: Silva Sanielma Lessa da , Santos Janayson Rodrigues dos , Taffarel Celi Nelza Zulke
Published: January 2025

Está pesquisa tem como finalidade incentivar o debate sobre a inserção da Agroecologia e dos conhecimentos agroecológicos dentro do ensino da formal, a educação escolar. Sendo Brasil um dos principais produtores de commodities alimentícias, compreende-se a necessidade de ofertar dentro da educação formal conteúdos ligados a produção de alimentos ecologicamente corretos, derivados do modelo agroecológico, além de proporcionar uma formação ampla aos discentes. Nesta direção apresentou-se o seguinte objetivo geral: a agroecologia, e os conteúdos agroecológicos, estão sendo tratados no currículo e nos livros didáticos dos anos iniciais do Ensino Fundamental em escolas da zona urbana e rural do município de Santana do Ipanema-AL. A pesquisa é caracterizada como um estudo exploratório, com uma abordagem qualitativa, de base documental, sendo realizada em quatro escolas do município de Santana do Ipanema, sendo duas da zona urbana e duas da zona rural. As fontes utilizadas para o levantamento dos dados partiram do currículo e dos conteúdos dos livros didáticos dos anos iniciais do ensino fundamental utilizados nas instituições pesquisadas. A hipótese que guiou a pesquisa partiu da análise de que a Agroecologia e os conhecimentos agroecológicos estão sendo suprimidos e fragmentados dentro dos conteúdos dos componentes curriculares. A pesquisa demonstrou que a agroecologia e os conhecimentos agroecológicos não são contemplados dentro do currículo, dos conteúdos dos livros didáticos unidades de ensino pesquisadas. Foi observado na pesquisa que a ausência dos conhecimentos ligados a temática da agroecologia, dentro do currículo escolar, impacta negativamente na formação dos discentes e favorece a reprodução do sistema de produção ligado ao agronegócio, que apresenta como principais características a concentração dos meios de produção e riquezas com devastação ambiental.