bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Refugees from the East! Foreigners at the Italian North-Eastern border in the 1950s and in the 1960s
Authors:   Ca' Foscari University in Venice, Fabrucci Benedetta
Published: January 2025

This paper examines the transit of foreign refugees in Trieste's relocation camps between the 1950s and 1960s. During the post-World War II resettlement, the Upper Adriatic region and Trieste served as a hinge between East and West, acting as collection points for both Italian and foreign refugees. The research focuses on several aspects: it explores the role of Trieste as a transit city and the Northeastern Italian border as a gateway to the West; it highlights the support networks involved in border crossing; and it analyzes the historical representation of Eastern European refugees, a group that, in the Cold War atmosphere, began to be seen as needing support from the “Free World.”
O profesiune liberală sub patru dictaturi.
Avocatura din România între extrema dreaptă și cea stângă
Authors:   INSTITUTUL NAȚIONAL PENTRU STUDIUL TOTALITARISMULUI, Mironov Alexandru Murad
Published: January 2025

A liberal profession, lawyering was probably the most important and visible aspect of Romania's social modernization since the 19th century. Following the Western model, especially the French one, lawyers played a central role in reforming Romanian legal institutions. Modern justice placed legal counsel at the heart of the system, although it was considered more of a vocation than a constitutive part. It also presented an excellent opportunity for enrichment and, therefore, for social ascent in a predominantly oligarchic society. Initially oriented toward the free circulation of ideas, the study of law became, after World War II, increasingly attractive to political groups that openly proposed the destruction of Romania's social order. The far-right also recruited many of its followers from the Medicine and Law faculties at all Romanian universities. After 1944, the trend of restricting freedom in this profession continued. Lawyers, with their political inclinations, automatically became suspects. Many were arrested and convicted, as they were involved in political trials where defense was irrelevant. Counselors with communist sympathies left the bar to join the judiciary—due to a lack of personnel loyal to the new regime—or were recruited by the government. The present study aims to trace the phases of this institutional history.
Slovak World Congress and Human Rights Agenda in the last two decades of the Cold War
Authors:   Nation’s Memory Institute in Bratislava, Katrebová Blehová Beáta
Published: January 2025

The Slovak World Congress, an umbrella organization representing almost all Slovak associations, organizations, and individuals in the diaspora during the Cold War, played a significant role in the Helsinki process related to the human rights agenda. Delegations from the Slovak World Congress were present at all Helsinki Follow-Up meetings in Belgrade, Madrid, and Vienna, presenting comprehensive memoranda that included an enumeration and analysis of serious violations of human, religious, and national rights in Slovakia during the last two decades of the Cold War. From this perspective, the Western governments, as Signatory States of the Helsinki Final Act, were systematically informed about these human rights violations. In terms of highlighting the persecutions of the Czechoslovak communist regime in Slovakia, as well as addressing the Slovak question, the activities of the Slovak World Congress were more significant compared to the much better-known dissident organization Charter 77. This paper examines the special role of the Slovak World Congress in the Helsinki Process, a topic that has not been adequately addressed by historiography to date.
Colaborarea din cadrul C.A.E.R. în atenția istoricilor ruși
Authors:   Centrul de Studii Ruse şi Sovietice „Florin Constantiniu” din cadrul I.N.S.T, Buga Vasile
Published: January 2025

This is a review of the books Mihail A. Lipkin (author), Sovet ekonomiceskoi vzaimopomosci. Istoriceskii opît alternativnogo globalinogo miroustroistva (1949-1979)/ COMECON. The Historical Experience of Alternative Global Organization of the World, 1949-1979, Vesi Mir Publishing House, Moscow, 2019, 183 p. and Mihail A. Lipkin (coord.), „Mirovaia sistema soțializma” i globalnaia ekonomika v seredine 1950-h - seredina 1970-h godov/The World Socialist System and the Global Economy from the Mid-1950s to the Mid-1970s, Vesi Mir Publishing House, Moscow, 2019, 332 p.
NEUROPROTECTIVE ACTIVITY OF ACALYPHA WILKESIANA IN MANAGEMENT OF NEURODEGENERATIVE DISEASES
Authors: Abhishek K  , Harshith Kumar R  , Rakesh Kumar Jat
Published: January 2025

To evaluate the neuroprotective activity of Ethanolic extract of leaves of Acalypha wilkesiana (EELAW) using Elevated Plus Maze in mice model. Neuroprotective activity in Alzheimer’s disease was assessed in mice by using Elevated Plus Maze. The present study was undertaken to establish the potential of EELAW as a memory enhancer. The elevated plus maze was employed to evaluate learning and memory parameters. Two doses (250 and 500 mg/kg, po.) of EELAW were administered for 8 successive days to mice. The 200 mg/kg dose of EELAW has significantly improved learning and memory in mice and also reversed the amnesia induced by diazepam (1 mg/kg ip) and scopolamine (0.4 mg/kg, ip). It is observed that scopolamine-induced amnesia was reversed, i.e. an enhancement/ improvement in memory was observed may be due to the facilitation of cholinergic transmission in the brain. Hence EELAW might prove to be a useful memory restorative agent in the treatment of dementia conditions seen in elderly persons. The underlying mechanism of action can be attributed to its antioxidant properties of the phytoconstituents present in the extract.
Historical Problems of Donald Trump's Xenophobic Policy
Authors: Oliveira Ramos Neto João , Rodrigues Fernando da Rocha , Souza Dienes Januário de
Published: January 2025

This article analyzes the xenophobic rhetoric of Donald Trump during his 2024 presidential campaign and its historical implications. Trump repeatedly attacked immigrants, labeling them as criminals and threats to the nation, using this discourse to foster division. The article highlights three major problems with Trump's rhetoric: it disregards the fact that current U.S. citizens were once immigrants themselves, overlooks the potential use of funds for the border wall to improve Latin American economies, and ironically targets Mexican immigrants, despite U.S. territorial expansion in the 19th century. The article also draws parallels between Trump's tactics and those of past populist leaders, such as Hitler, who scapegoated immigrants. It concludes by warning that Trump's xenophobic discourse aligns with neonationalism, a political ideology that has historically had negative consequences.
O IMPACTO DE SISTEMAS DE INFORMAÇÃO FOCADOS EM ANÁLISE DE DADOS NO PROCESSO DECISÓRIO DAS EMPRESAS
Authors: Gabriel Gonçalves Ramos Rommel , Gabriel Pereira Machado Isaac , AMENDOLA REDIVO MATEUS , Henrique Marques Ferreira Eduardo
Published: January 2025

O artigo analisa como os Sistemas de Apoio à Decisão (SADs) focados em análise de dados potencializam o processo decisório nas empresas, convertendo grandes volumes de dados em insights estratégicos e confiáveis. Com base em uma pesquisa qualitativa com profissionais de TI, identifica-se o papel crucial de ferramentas de BI, bem como os desafios relacionados à falta de padronização, inconsistências nos dados e resistência cultural. São abordadas metodologias práticas que auxiliam na priorização e resolução de problemas organizacionais. O estudo conclui que o sucesso dos SADs depende não apenas de tecnologia avançada, mas também de uma cultura organizacional orientada por dados e da capacitação de equipes. Assim, SADs bem implementados oferecem às empresas maior precisão estratégica, eficiência operacional e vantagem competitiva em um mercado em constante evolução.
Influence Radiation Scale Photovoltaic Parameters of Double Barrier Structure on the Basis of Silicon
Authors:   Institute of Radiation Problems, Ministry of Science and Education Azerbaijan r. AZ 1143, Baku, B. Vahabzade Str. 9, Azerbaijan, FP Abasov
Published: January 2025

This work analyzes the possibility of using the developed silicon-based double-barrier structures with increased integral sensitivity in the short-wavelength region. The influence of the radiation scale on the current mechanism has been studied both in a structure such as a Schottky barrier and in p-n junctions.
Hydrothermal Synthesis of Mixed Nanocomposite of α-[Fe2 O3 -FeOOH] from Iron Nitrate Salt in Teflon Autoclave
Authors:   Department of Chemistry, Kogi State College of Education (Technical), P.O.B 242 Kabba, Nigeria, Godwin John
Published: January 2025

Alpha type Fe2O3-FeOOH nanocomposite was synthesized by hydrothermal method and characterized using some spectroscopic methods of analysis. X-ray diffraction (XRD) scanning electron microscopy SEM), elemental diffraction X- ray (EDX) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM) methods were used to characterize the synthesized nanocomposite. XRD analysis shows that the single-crystalline phase of the nanomaterial was formed while the zeta potential analysis indicated 20.0 mV respectively. The morphology and shape of the synthesized mineral was studied with SEM and TEM while the elemental analysis was done with EDX. SEM and TEM analysis show that the synthesized alpha Fe2O3-FeOOH nanomaterils were rod-like in shape while EDX analysis gave a good composition of the elements of the synthesized material. The average crystal size of the synthesized α-[Fe2O3-FeOOH] estimated by Debye-Scherer equation to be 56.78 nm which confirms the nanosize of the material.
Obesity and Nested Urothelial Carcinoma of the Bladder: Falsely Bland Tumor in Young Man. A Rare Case Report and Literature Review
Authors:   Department of Urology, Ibn Rochd University Hospital, Casablanca, Morocco, Patrice Habonimana , Collade Mukamarakiza ,   Department of Urology, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Fes, Morocco, Evrard Niyonkuru ,   Department of Pathological Anatomy, Ibn Rochd University Hospital, Casablanca, Morocco, Amine Moataz ,   Department of Urology, Ibn Rochd University Hospital, Casablanca, Morocco, Mohamed Dakir ,   Department of Urology, Ibn Rochd University Hospital, Casablanca, Morocco, Adil Debbagh ,   Department of Urology, Ibn Rochd University Hospital, Casablanca, Morocco, MJ El Fassi ,   Department of Urology, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Fes, Morocco, Farida Marnissi ,   Department of Pathological Anatomy, Ibn Rochd University Hospital, Casablanca, Morocco, Rachid Aboutaieb ,   Department of Urology, Ibn Rochd University Hospital, Casablanca, Morocco
Published: January 2025

Background: Nested urothelial carcinoma of the bladder is an invasive histological variant that differs from classical urothelial carcinoma. It is a rare cancer, particularly among young people, with a prevalence of 0.3%; its bland histological character makes it less recognized, delays the diagnosis and compromises its prognosis. Causal link of this cancer and obesity is not usual in young subjects. About a case and review of the literature, we define its aggressiveness and its care dilemma especially for young people.

Case Presentation: He was a 38-year-old obese man who was consulted for hematuria preceded by dysuria for six months. Ultrasound revealed a bladder tumor and moderate left uretero-hydronephrosis. On cystoscopy, the papillary tumor extended towards the left ureteral meatus. The patient underwent transurethral resection of the bladder tumor and histological findings were in favor of nested variant urothelial carcinoma of the bladder. On the extension assessment by thoraco-abdomino-pelvic CT scan, the tumor was at an advanced stage with the presence of pulmonary and spinal metastases. The evolution was unfavorable: the tumor did not regress in size under chemotherapy with Gemcitabine and Cisplatin.

Conclusion: Imbricated variant carcinoma of the bladder is underdiagnosed and rare, particularly in young people. The cause and effect between this cancer and obesity deserves further investigation. It remains a public health problem and poses a major challenge in diagnosis, late treatment and often unfavorable prognosis.
Clinical Contribution for Female Suburethral Diverticulum: A Case Report and Review of the Literature
Authors:   Department of Urology, Ibn Rochd University Hospital, Casablanca, Morocco, Habonimana Patrice , Tmiri Anas ,   Department of Urology, Ibn Rochd University Hospital, Casablanca, Morocco, Bennani Mehdi ,   Department of Urology, Ibn Rochd University Hospital, Casablanca, Morocco, Moataz Amine ,   Department of Urology, Ibn Rochd University Hospital, Casablanca, Morocco, Dakir Mohamed ,   Department of Urology, Ibn Rochd University Hospital, Casablanca, Morocco, Debbagh Adil ,   Department of Urology, Ibn Rochd University Hospital, Casablanca, Morocco, Aboutaieb Rachid ,   Department of Urology, Ibn Rochd University Hospital, Casablanca, Morocco
Published: January 2025

Background: Female urethral diverticulum (UD) is a rare entity that deserves early diagnosis to avoid the morbidity and, above all, complications associated with surgery. It is essential to think about it when faced with recurrent urinary disorders. Clinical examination can establish the diagnosis of diverticulum in 66% to 90% of cases.

Case Presentation: We present a case of urethral diverticulum in a 48-year-old woman who had been dysuric for 6 years, and discuss the role of clinical examination in the diagnosis, surgical management and associated complications. It was complex, proximal in location and long-standing. Its late clinical discovery was confirmed radiologically by MRI. Intravaginal surgery was chosen, with no complications or recurrences reported in the past year.

Conclusion: The role of the clinic in the diagnosis of UD remains paramount, especially in cases of recurrent urinary disorders. It reduces the burden of morbidity associated with late management.
Tarakan Smart City: Meningkatkan Transparansi dan Akuntabilitas Layanan Publik melalui E-Government
Authors: Margareta  , Putri Anastasia Vienessa , Maskut Deby Naya , Kwuta Rosdiana Meni , Sipayung Baren
Published: January 2025

This study examines the utilization of e-government to enhance transparency and accountability in public services in Indonesia. The main issue addressed is the lack of transparency and accountability in the delivery of public services, which can hinder the realization of good governance and erode public trust. The aim of this research is to analyze how e-government can be implemented to improve transparency and accountability in public services, as well as to identify the challenges and strategies in its implementation. The research method used is a literature review, analyzing various relevant sources such as academic journals, research reports, and policy documents. The findings of the study indicate that e-government has the potential to enhance transparency and accountability in public services through the provision of publicly accessible and transparent information, empowering the public in overseeing the use of public funds, and improving the efficiency and effectiveness of bureaucracy. However, the implementation of e-government also faces challenges, such as the digital divide, data security issues, and a lack of digital literacy. This study recommends that the government improve digital infrastructure, strengthen data security systems, enhance public digital literacy, and develop integrated and user-friendly e-government applications and platforms. The concept of "Tarakan Smart City" presented in this study offers a comprehensive and integrated smart city development model by incorporating e-government into various aspects of urban life.
Niveles de Ansiedad Infantil en Estudiantes de Primaria de la zona Altoandina: estudio comparativo en Puno, Perú
Authors: Livise Fernández Elma Imelda , Suxso Yujra Jhon Brayan , Centeno Luque Luz Daniela , Sullo Arpi Flor Carolina , Paucar Alarcón Andy Yony , Gomez Suca Rossy Milagros
Published: January 2025

El presente estudio examina los niveles de ansiedad en estudiantes de primaria de zonas rurales caracterizadas por una alta vulnerabilidad socioeconómica, con especial atención a la influencia del entorno escolar y familiar. La investigación adopta una metodología descriptivo-comparativa, empleando el cuestionario STAIC, un instrumento validado para evaluar la ansiedad infantil que mide cinco dimensiones principales: temor, somatización, tranquilidad, preocupación y evitación. Los resultados del estudio arrojaron diferencias estadísticamente significativas (p<0.05) en los niveles de temor y somatización entre las distintas instituciones educativas evaluadas, lo que sugiere una fuerte correlación entre el contexto y las manifestaciones de ansiedad en los niños. Se observó además una tendencia hacia mayores niveles de preocupación en ambientes menos estructurados, aunque esta correlación no alcanzó significancia estadística. Las implicaciones de estos hallazgos son relevantes para el diseño de intervenciones específicas en comunidades rurales vulnerables. El estudio proporciona evidencia empírica sobre la relación entre el contexto socioeconómico y la salud mental infantil, ofreciendo una base para el desarrollo de estrategias educativas y de salud comunitaria. Las conclusiones enfatizan la necesidad de considerar tanto el ambiente escolar como el familiar en el abordaje de la ansiedad infantil, proponiendo un enfoque integral para su tratamiento en contextos de vulnerabilidad socioeconómica.
Percepción de las Parteras Ancestrales de Ecuador sobre las Condiciones Laborales, la Relación con el Sistema Público de Salud y el Reconocimiento Comunitario
Authors: Burgaleta Pérez Elena , Quilumba Tumbaco María Piedad , Arias Medina Blanca Lilia , Molina Cevallos Dennis Sebastián
Published: January 2025

Este estudio propone analizar la percepción de las parteras ancestrales de Ecuador en relación con las condiciones laborales en las que se desarrollan su profesión, su relación con el sistema nacional de salud público y la relaciones con sus comunidades. Se llevó a cabo un estudio cuantitativo y cualitativo, utilizando el cuestionario Q10-FRP se evaluó la percepción de los factores de riesgo psicosocial y se realizaron entrevistas semiestructuradas. Para la recolección de datos, se utilizó un muestreo por bola de nieve donde participaron 24 mujeres entre 40 y 90 años. Se tomó en cuenta su autoidentificación étnica y vinculación con el sistema público de salud. Los resultados mostraron un riesgo psicosocial elevado en el 87% de las participantes, especialmente entre las parteras no certificadas por el sistema público de salud . En las entrevistas semiestructuradas las informantes declararon que su actividad se ve afectada por la inestabilidad laboral e insuficiente remuneración. Asimismo, señalaron haber experimentado discriminación por los profesionales de la salud lo que genera rechazo y limita su participación en el ámbito institucional. A pesar de estos obstáculos, las parteras perciben un alto grado de aceptación y reconocimiento de su labor dentro de sus comunidades.
Legal measures of social support for women at workplace under climate change conditions
Authors: Shchukina Natalia
Published: January 2025

One of the UN SDGs is tackling and minimize climate change. This is a threat that has many adverse consequences, including in the world of work. Women are one of the most vulnerable categories in labor relations, and unfavorable environmental factors, which are aggravated due to climate change, are not always taken into account and taken into account by the employer. The paper discusses some legal measures that are being taken at the international, regional, national and employer levels to minimize the adverse effects of climate change in labor relations with women. A legal analysis of the norms of the international framework, as well as materials of international organizations on women's rights in a changing climate, is carried out. Some conclusions and proposals are formulated to improve the efficiency of legal regulation of labor and social security relations with women in the workplace.
International strategies for mainstreaming gender equality and women's rights in national legislation
Authors: Abramova Iuliana
Published: January 2025

International human rights standards ensure equality and non-discrimination for all individuals, regardless of gender or sex. Both women and men are entitled to enjoy all human rights and fundamental freedoms. This study examines how transitional societies in post-Soviet countries have adapted this concept into law and fulfilled their international commitments alongside national obligations. The analysis is framed through the lens of international human rights obligations and the Sustainable Development Goals Agenda. The research also assesses the role of women’s human rights organizations, with case studies from Georgia and the Republic of Moldova. The findings, conclusions, and recommendations are presented in the study.
The Slovak state 1939-1945 and the persecution of the Roma minority
Authors: Pupik Andrej
Published: January 2025

The article analyzes the persecutions during the Slovak Republic 1939-1945 directed against the Roma minority. Through the analysis, the author of the article will argue for the approximation and characterization of the persecutory legislative instruments faced by the Roma during the given period. In terms of content, the article is divided into: Introduction, the emergence of the Slovak state and the issue of the Roma, stages of persecution policies towards the Roma, persecution policies from 1939-1945 in the Slovak state, conclusion.
Synergistic Assessment of Supplementation of Ascorbic Acid and Massularia acuminata Extracts on Serum Electrolyte and Lipid Profile Indices of Dyslipidemia in Adult Wistar Rats Exposed to Aluminum Chloride Toxicity
Authors: Oluwafemi Shittu Bakare
Published: January 2025

Background: Aluminum chloride (AlCl3) toxicity is a growing concern due to its prevalence usage in various industrial and environmental settings. Prolonged exposure to aluminum chloride can lead to oxidative stress, electrolyte imbalances, and alterations in lipid metabolism. This study aimed to investigate the effects of supplementation of ascorbic acid and Massularia acuminata extracts on electrolyte function and lipid profile parameters in adult Wistar rats exposed to aluminum chloride toxicity.
Methodology: The stem barks of Massularia acuminata were air-dried at room temperature for thirty (30) days and were mechanically ground into fine powder by using an electrical mill. The powder was kept in air-tight container until use. Six hundred (600 g) of the dried powders was dissolved in 4 litres of 80 % (v/v) of methanol, ethanol and butanol respectively for 72 h with occasional agitation using sterile rod. The resulting mixture obtained was then filtered using pieces of white cotton gauze and concentrated in a rotary evaporator following by dryness under vacuo at 40 0C in a rotary evaporator. The extracts that were obtained were then concentrated to dryness ‘in vacuo’ to yield the respective solvent extracts For the animal study, then, fifty Adult Wistar rats was randomly divided into several groups, including a control group, an aluminum chloride-exposed group, and treatment groups supplemented with ascorbic acid, Massularia acuminata extracts, and combination of both in varied doses. The dosage of supplementation was determined based on preliminary experiments and relevant literature. The rats in the aluminum chloride-exposed group and the treatment groups received oral administration of aluminum chloride at a specific dose of (34 mg/kg) for a defined duration to induce toxicity. The control group received a placebo. The treatment groups received supplementation of Ascorbic Acid and Massularia acuminata extracts received daily oral supplementation of ascorbic acid, Massularia acuminata extracts, or a combination of both, while the control and aluminum chloride-exposed groups received a placebo.
Results: The result showed that there was a significant (p < 0.05) decrease in the lipid profile of Total Cholesterol (TC), Very Low-Density Lipoprotein (VLDL) and a non-significant decrease in High Density Lipoprotein (HDL) treated with vitamin C while a significant decrease in the level of HDL, VLDL, LDL and cholesterol were observed from the groups treated with the various plant extracts.
Conclusion: From the study, it can therefore be concluded that ethanol leaf extract of Massularia acuminata has protective effect against aluminium chloride induced hepatotoxicity, oxidative stress and alterations in lipid and electrolyte profile in Wistar rats.
Diseño de actividades manipulativas para el aprendizaje de las medidas
Authors: Sánchez Loor Julexi Gabriela , Sosa Castro Juliana Mariel , Toaza Morales Johanna Carolina , Vinces Llaguno Leonardo Santiago
Published: January 2025

El aprendizaje de medidas en matemáticas enfrenta desafíos globales, especialmente en regiones de bajos recursos, donde la falta de materiales manipulativos limita la comprensión práctica de los conceptos. Este problema es acentuado por la insuficiente capacitación docente y el acceso limitado a recursos, como se observa en contextos educativos de América Latina. El objetivo de esta investigación fue diseñar y aplicar actividades manipulativas para el aprendizaje de las medidas, evaluando su impacto en la comprensión y motivación de los estudiantes. Se empleó un enfoque cuantitativo, con diseño experimental y descriptivo. La población incluyó 1,287 estudiantes de entre 4 y 14 años, seleccionándose 384 mediante muestreo probabilístico. Como técnica de recolección de datos se utilizó una encuesta estructurada con preguntas en escala Likert para medir el uso y el impacto de los materiales manipulativos. Los estudiantes que interactuaron con materiales como reglas y balanzas mejoraron su comprensión de las medidas. Sin embargo, se identificaron barreras, como la falta de diversidad y disponibilidad de recursos, y la insuficiente capacitación docente, que limitan su efectividad. Las actividades manipulativas promueven un aprendizaje significativo y motivador, pero su implementación requiere superar limitaciones estructurales y de formación docente para garantizar su impacto educativo.
Impacto del entorno familiar en el rendimiento matemático de los estudiantes
Authors: Pincay Garaicoa Melanny Thaíz , Rivas Manjarrez Nayeli Solange , Andrade Cedeño Fabiola Karina , Vinces Llaguno Leonardo Santiago
Published: January 2025

La investigación analiza el impacto del entorno familiar en el rendimiento matemático de los estudiantes, destacando la influencia de factores como el apoyo académico, emocional y los recursos disponibles en el hogar. Su objetivo fue evaluar como el entorno familiar afecta el rendimiento matemático de los estudiantes, identificando factores clave que influyen en su desempeño. Se empleó un enfoque cuantitativo con diseño no experimental de tipo descriptivo. La población consistió en 436 estudiantes de 6º y 7º año, donde se seleccionó 205 estudiantes mediante una muestra probabilística. La recolección de datos se realizó mediante una encuesta basada en una escala Likert, para medir la frecuencia de apoyo familiar en aspectos clave como supervisión de tareas, motivación y acceso a recursos educativos. Los resultados revelaron que una gran parte de los estudiantes carece de apoyo académico y emocional constante, lo que afecta negativamente su autoestima y motivación. Además, se identificaron desigualdades significativas en el acceso a materiales y tecnología, limitando las oportunidades de aprendizaje. La falta de motivación familiar y de metas claras también surgió como un obstáculo relevante. En síntesis, un entorno familiar apropiado, con apoyo emocional, académico y acceso a recursos, es crucial para mejorar el rendimiento matemático.
The design and discursive construction of a ‘speaking’ vacuum cleaning robot for assistive purposes
Authors: Lehner Sabine
Published: January 2025

This sociolinguistically informed study deals with the design and discursive construction of a voice assistant (Amazon’s Alexa) in a project that develops a vacuum cleaning robot (‘Smart Companion’) capable of detecting a fallen person and providing assistance for older people in case of an emergency. The paper investigates sociotechnical ensembles along the co-constitutive lines of users, the technical device, and society, with communication ideologies (e.g., assumptions about the communicative nature of technical devices) emerging from and influencing this complex triad. The qualitative analysis of interactional data and interviews suggests that communication ideologies materialize in the way how participants interact with Alexa, by drawing on human-human communication strategies and adapting their linguistic behavior if interactional problems occur. Communication ideologies include assumptions about the ontology, (linguistic) agency, the purpose of the voice assistant / robot, and the relationship between the user and the voice assistant / the robot. Discursive constructions include anthropomorphization and hybrid, partly hesitant ontological categorizations, combining both human and non-human qualities. Participants show an interest in the Smart Companion, but do not yet consider themselves as being in need of assistive technologies like the Smart Companion, reiterating the importance of taking the users, their self-image and discourses into account.
Public Private Partnership for Sustainable Tourism in Oman
Authors: Al-Azri Abdullah Khalfan , Ramachandran Nithya , Jetti Edukondala Rao
Published: January 2025

The aim of this research is to explore the role of Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) in promoting sustainable tourism development in the Sultanate of Oman, emphasizing on their significance in terms of pooling of knowledge and capital, building the needed tourism infrastructure, safeguarding the ecosystem, heritage and the country’s rich culture and traditions, etc. The study employed a quantitative research methodology to evaluate the effectiveness of PPPs in fostering sustainable tourism in Oman. A survey was administered using a structure questionnaire to assess the alignment of PPPs with Oman’s sustainable tourism initiatives. Using snowball sampling, data was collected from 35 key stakeholders involved in sustainable tourism in Oman. Multiple regression analysis was employed using SPSS software to study the impact of PPPs on sustainable tourism. The study affirmed that PPPs would ensure pooling of knowledge and environmental protection thereby having significant impact on tourism development in Oman, while the influence of PPPs on infrastructure development and capital accumulation for tourism growth is found to be negligible. The study revealed that stable political environment, prudent governance and social/community support to be the critical success factors for strengthening PPPs while emphasizing on the need for effective risk management practices and accurate cost-benefit analysis to further strengthen the partnership between the two sectors. The study concludes by offering both theoretical and practical implications to the policymakers and industry leaders for positioning Oman as one of the preferred global tourism destinations.
The Criminal Framework for Mental Deception: Controlling Consciousness
Authors: Diab Mohamed Fathi Shehta Ibrahim , Mohamed Gamal Sayed Khalifa , Albati Faris Mohammed , Albkjaji Mohammed
Published: January 2025

In my thesis, I explore the intricate relationship between mental deception and criminal law, particularly in the context of advancing technology and psychological manipulation. I argue that mental deception poses significant threats to individual autonomy and decision-making, thus necessitating robust legal frameworks to safeguard fundamental rights and freedoms. The research is structured around three core areas: the definition and historical evolution of mental deception, the legal perspectives and challenges associated with its regulation, and international case studies that illustrate diverse approaches to the issue. Through a detailed examination of these components, I highlight the importance of legislative measures that can adapt to the complexities of mental deception, ensuring effective protection against manipulative practices. The findings underscore the need for ongoing dialogue among policymakers, legal scholars, and technologists to foster a legal environment that prioritizes individual rights in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Attachment Style and Conflict Resolution Strategies among Married Couples in the Light of Some Demographic Variabl
Authors: Kassem Abd El. Mureed Abd El Gaber , Alkousy Ahmed Moustafa Mohamed Ahmed , Yamani Ibrahim bin Abdul Jalil , Moussa Yasser Mohamed Elsayed
Published: January 2025

This study aims to specify relations between Conflict Resolution Strategies, adult attachment style in a sample of married couples. It also aims to find out the role of attachment styles in predicting conflict resolution strategies the sample consists of (203) males, and females, the researcher used attachment scale, conflict resolution strategies questionnaire-) Kurdek1994. The findings of the study reveal that there is a statistically significant relationship between conflict resolution strategies and all attachment styles. The results also show that there is predictive ability of the attachment styles to Conflict Resolution Strategies.
Armenians in Georgia: Positive Examples of Coexistence and Development
Authors: Hovhannisyan Haykaz , Kekelia Vladimer , Vardanyan Hratsin
Published: January 2025

In the Matenadaran archive - Institute of Ancient Manuscripts in Yerevan (archive Alexander Yeritsyan- famous Armenian historian (1841-1902), one of member of the  Caucasus Archaeographic  Commission, as a result of which the 12-volume work «Acts of the Archaeographic Commission of the Caucasus (ACAC), there is a separate folder of documents No. 162,  which are in Georgian. These documents have not been studied in either Armenian or Georgian historians. The documents illuminate and clarify various aspects of cooperation between the Armenians and Georgians.  Hence, the current focus of the study  on the history of the Armenian-Georgian cooperation is mainly devoted to the problems of the Armenian-Georgian internal life, economic and civil issues that were not politically motivated, which at the same time define and characterize the atmosphere of mutual respect and tolerance between the Armenian and Georgian population.
A Brief Study of Clitics in English Linguistics
Authors: Asir Mohammad Hamid
Published: January 2025

This research article comprehensively analyzes English clitics and the process of cliticization. The cliticization process explores clitics' linguistic significance and functional roles, which are linguistic elements that share characteristics with both words and affixes. Clitics rely on their hosts for pronunciation and meaning, distinguishing themselves as an essential yet often overlooked grammatical feature. While many learners recognize the concept of "contraction," a subcategory of clitics, a significant gap exists in understanding the broader linguistic aspects of clitics. This study aims to bridge this gap by examining the types of clitics, their phonological and syntactic functions, and their relevance in English grammar. Clitics, classified as simple and special, exhibit unique features that require detailed exploration. This qualitative research leverages online academic resources, books, and peer-reviewed articles complemented by library research to ensure thorough analysis. The collected data was systematically organized based on relevant research questions. The findings provide detailed examples of clitics, their typologies, and the grammatical processes they entail, offering deeper insights into their structure, function, and application.
Analyzing the Relationship Between Inflation and Unemployment in Afghanistan (2003-2021)
Authors: Saad Ehsanullah , Labib Ismail , Mobarez Hamidullah
Published: January 2025

Inflation and unemployment are two key elements in any market economy, and their relationship significantly impacts socio-economic conditions. This study examines the connection between Afghanistan's unemployment and inflation, providing crucial information for macroeconomic policymakers. The study explores the applicability of the Phillips Curve in Afghanistan's specific economic context. This study employs the Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) method to analyze data gathered from 2003 to 2021, aiming to identify patterns and relationships that may guide economic policy decisions. The results indicate a positive relationship between inflation and unemployment. However, this relationship is statistically insignificant, and there is no proof to substantiate the presence of a Phillips Curve in Afghanistan. This lack of alignment with traditional economic models underscores the necessity for tailored economic policies to address the specific challenges faced by the Afghan economy. The study highlights the importance of understanding local economic dynamics and suggests that policymakers should explore alternative approaches to managing inflation and unemployment, ultimately fostering sustainable economic growth.
Capital Structure and Firm Performance: Evidence from Turkish Manufacturing Firms
Authors: Barakzai Ahsanullah
Published: January 2025

One of a company's most crucial financial management decisions is its capital structure, which, when adopted correctly and successfully, can almost ensure its objectives are met. Capital structure affects the cost of capital and is important in enhancing a company's operational performance. The capital structure decision is a cornerstone of corporate financial management, influencing both short-term performance and long-term viability. To find the best debt-to-equity ratio for sustainable growth and shareholder value, businesses must carefully consider their industry dynamics, business climate, and financial objectives. Given the importance of this issue, this study's main goal is to look into how capital structure decisions affect the financial performance of Turkish firms in the food, textile, and fabricated metal subsectors between 2011 and 2020. In this study, short-term liability (STL) and long-term liability (LTL) are used as capital structure measures, return on Assets and return on equity are used as firm performance measures, and sales growth and company size are considered control variables. The findings of this study indicate a negative association between debt and the operating performance of these companies in all three sectors. This implies that companies in the aforementioned industries will have to forfeit some of their company's worth if they raise the amount of debt in their capital mix.
The Impact of Language Errors in Print Media on Linguistic Integrity and Effective Communication
Authors: Zirak Rahimullah , Ayubi Sharifullah , Anwari Naimullah
Published: January 2025

This study explored the presence and impact of language errors in print media on linguistic integrity and effective communication. Given the crucial role of print media as a primary means of communication in society, maintaining high standards of language usage is essential. The primary objective of this research was to identify the potential harm that language errors can inflict on language structure and understanding. Using a descriptive quantitative design, data was collected through a structured questionnaire distributed to a diverse sample of participants, including university professors from Kabul University, provincial universities, and media journalists. The analysis revealed that language errors disrupt proper language structure, undermine linguistic rules, create misunderstandings, diminish media credibility, and distort content meaning, leading to an artificial use of language. The findings aim to assist media professionals in recognizing the adverse effects of language errors and implementing strategies to promote standard linguistic practices. Ultimately, this study sought to enhance public understanding and ensure that media retains its value and credibility.
Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice in Respect of Medical Waste Management among Healthcare Workers in Al-Imammein Al-Kadhimein Teaching Hospital
Authors: Dalia Riadh Ali Adulrahman  , Yasir Mahmood Jawad  , Reem Jameel Hasan Al-Haidary
Published: January 2025

Waste that arises from health care activities, including diagnosing, preventing, and treating diseases, is known as Medical waste, and it poses threats to human and environmental health if adequately addressed. Objectives: This study aimed to identify HCWs' knowledge, attitude, and practice concerning MWM at Al-Imammein Al-Kadhimein Teaching Hospital in Iraq. Patients and methods: An exploratory quantitative descriptive survey was administered to 300 randomly selected healthcare personnel and included questions on knowledge, attitude, and practice about MWM. Results: All statistical analysis was done using SPSS-25 with significance testing done at p-value ≤ 0.05 using the Pearson Chi-square test (X2-test). The cross-tabulation analysis by percentage showed that 55.7% of respondents had good knowledge, 25.3% had moderate knowledge, and 19% had poor knowledge of MWM. In this case, the positive attitude of the participants was 57. 7%, while the negative attitude was 42.3%. While comparing the practices, 46.7% followed good practices, and 53.3% followed poor practices.Conclusions: Overall knowledge, attitude, and practice regarding medical waste management showed average responses from the included participants, necessitating implication for training programs to raise the healthcare personnel's knowledge.
Development Of a Peer Empowerment Program Model For Improving Adolescent Healthy Lifestyle Motivation in Hinterland Areas
Authors: Septi Maisyaroh Ulina Panggabean  , Netty Herawaty Purba  , Aufa Nabilla
Published: January 2025

A healthy lifestyle is an important issue that needs to be instilled early in life, especially during adolescence. Adolescents living in hinterland areas often face greater challenges in accessing adequate health information and facilities. Therefore, efforts to promote healthy lifestyles among adolescents, especially in hinterland areas, are very important to prevent health problems and improve quality of life. One potentially effective approach to improve the motivation and healthy lifestyle behavior of adolescents in hinterland areas is the Peer Empowerment program. This program utilizes the strong influence of peers in motivating and encouraging positive behavior change among adolescents. This research will use the research and development (R&D) method with an experimental approach. The results of this study are useful for providing recommendations for effective health promotion methods for healthy lifestyle changes in adolescents.
Népek és nemzetek szovjet módra: Példák a Dél-Kaukázus térségéből
Authors: Gerály Zoltán
Published: January 2025

A szerző, Krista A. Goff, a Miami Egyetem docenseként Szovjet és posztszovjet történeti kutatásokat folytat és publikál. Szűkebb témaköre az Észak- és Dél-Kaukázus társadalom-története, etnikai villongásai, konfliktusai és a kisebbségek története a Szovjet és a poszt-szovjet időszakban. Legfrissebb munkáját is erről — a történettudományban is perem-területnek számító — földrajzi régióról jelentette meg a Cornell Egyetem kiadásában.
Institutes and Institutions Influencing the Content of Jurisprudence
Authors: Tóth Tibor , Pitzné Heinczinger Mónika
Published: January 2025

This paper seeks to explore the intricate relationship between legal culture and its foundational institutions in Hungary from the medieval period to the Austro-Hungarian Compromise of 1867. The study underlines the dynamic interplay between Hungary’s legal institutions, the legal profession and the evolving landscape of legal education. The historical review offers insights into how these components interacted, influenced each other, contributed to the foundations of modern legal culture in Hungary and led to the perception of Hungary as a nation of lawyers. By weaving historical detail with an analysis of legal institutions, the paper positions itself as a critical resource for understanding the complex development of Hungarian jurisprudence and offers perspectives on the lasting legacy of these foundational shifts in today’s legal system.
RINOSPORIDIOSE: UMA DOENÇA RARA QUE NECESSITA DE ATENÇÃO
Authors: Soares Ana Flávia das Mercês Manduca , Roverssi Ana Therra Manduca Soares
Published: January 2025

A rinosporidiose é uma doença infecciosa rara, mas de grande relevância clínica, principalmente nas regiões tropicais e subtropicais. Ela é causada pelo parasita Rhinosporidium seeberi, que afeta as mucosas nasais e oculares, sendo mais comum em áreas rurais e aquáticas. A forma ocular da doença, uma das mais frequentes, apresenta manifestações clínicas características, como lesões pediculadas na conjuntiva e globo ocular, podendo levar a complicações graves, como a perda permanente de visão, caso não diagnosticada e tratada precocemente. O tratamento da rinosporidiose ocular é predominantemente cirúrgico, com a remoção das lesões sendo a abordagem principal para erradicar a infecção, sendo, no entanto, necessário acompanhamento contínuo devido à alta taxa de recidiva. Além disso, o uso de antibióticos tópicos como terapias adjuvantes tem mostrado benefícios no manejo da doença. A falta de diagnóstico precoce é um dos principais fatores que contribui para a gravidade das complicações, sendo essencial o reconhecimento rápido dos sintomas iniciais. A conscientização sobre a doença em regiões endêmicas, juntamente com um diagnóstico mais ágil, são fundamentais para evitar complicações graves e reduzir a incidência de casos severos. Estudos futuros devem focar em novas abordagens terapêuticas, métodos de diagnóstico mais eficazes e formas de prevenção mais adequadas. O monitoramento contínuo dos pacientes após o tratamento é crucial para detectar recidivas e prevenir a progressão da infecção. A disseminação de informações sobre a doença pode contribuir significativamente para a redução da carga da rinosporidiose ocular, melhorando o prognóstico dos pacientes e a saúde pública, especialmente nas áreas mais afetadas pela doença.
A ATUAÇÃO DO ESTADO NA PROTEÇÃO À DIGNIDADE DA PESSOA HUMANA NA VELHICE
Authors: Pinheiro Weider Silva , Rosa Fernanda Soares , Silva Ana Carolinne da , Borges Sinara Gonçalves , Araújo Cássia Roberta Silva de
Published: January 2025

The inversion of the age pyramid is one of the main problems to be solved by postmodern States, whether in terms of social security, wealth production or other social issues. Changes in the dynamics of consumption, production and communication, accelerated especially by access to the virtual world and the emergence of the most recent possibilities for using Artificial Intelligence, directly impact the way in which people interact and end up making the elderly population potential victims of acts by scammers and profiteers, considering that there is a lack of knowledge about the mechanisms of how virtual environments work. Since the protection of old age and human dignity are responsibilities of the State, the vulnerability of this segment of the population becomes a State problem, at the same time that actions to protect these people virtually may come up against issues related to individual freedom and choice, and the exercise of citizenship. Protecting the elderly online must encompass both technological education, together with the supervision and regulation of financial institutions, which should take greater care with their customers in this age group, and especially for large technology companies, which host websites and directly market social interaction platforms that are supposedly free, but which collect demographic and digital, political and consumer behavior data, because just as a car manufacturer is held responsible for any accident caused by a design error, large technology companies must be held objectively responsible for the vulnerability in the provision of their services.