bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Deepfakes: Revisión sistemática de tecnologías, impacto y estrategias de detección
Authors: Murguía Serrano Jania Yamileth , De la Toba Noriega Carlos Eduardo , Campos Zatarain Sebastián , Aramburo Contreras Luis Yael , Diaz Lucas Gustavo Ángel
Published: February 2025

This article aims to provide a detailed and critical overview of the state of the art concerning deepfakes on a global scale, identifying the leading technologies employed, their impact across various societal sectors, and effective detection strategies. Through a qualitative, exploratory approach to conducting this systematic literature review, 43 articles from the past five years originating from different countries were analyzed. The primary findings highlighted significant alignment with research advocating for diverse detection models and studies addressing societal distrust in the legitimacy of information, a recurring theme. However, other publications emphasized the diversity of approaches and the necessity of addressing the deepfake phenomenon from multiple perspectives. This study contributes to a comprehensive understanding of the deepfake issue, integrating technical, social, and ethical insights, and underscores the importance of tackling it from a global perspective.
DESKRIPSI DAN KORELASI ANTARA PENGETAHUAN DENGAN PERILAKU KONSUMEN MINUMAN FERMENTASI
Authors: Rasmikayati Elly , Wiyono Sulistyodewi Nur , Saefudin Bobby Rachmat
Published: February 2025

Fermented drinks are healthy drinks that play an important role in culture and tradition in Indonesia. Drinks that have health benefits have become a trend due to increasing public awareness of health. However, there is limited public knowledge about fermented beverage products which have an important role in shaping a person's consumption behavior. This study aims to describe and analyze the correlation between knowledge and behavior of fermented beverage consumer. The research method uses a survey method to 56 fermented drink consumers from the results of simple random sampling techniques. Data analysis uses descriptive statistics and chi square tests. The results of the study include showing a significant correlation between knowledge of the benefits of fermented beverage, knowledge of many types of fermented beverage, and knowledge of the lack of fermentation in consumer knowledge variables with reasons for consuming fermented beverage and many brands of fermented beverage consumed in consumption behavior variables.
White-Matter Hyperintensities and Cognitive Decline in Late-Life Depression: A Longitudinal Neuroimaging Study in Medan, Indonesia
Authors: Taryudi Suharyana  , Jason Willmare  , Despian Januandri  , Brenda Jaleel  , Wisnu Wardhana Putra
Published: February 2025

Introduction: Late-life depression (LLD) is often associated with cognitive impairment and structural brain changes, particularly white-matter hyperintensities (WMH). This longitudinal study investigated the relationship between WMH burden, cognitive decline, and depressive symptoms in a cohort of older adults with LLD in Medan, Indonesia.
Methods: A prospective, longitudinal study was conducted with 120 participants aged 60 years and older. Participants underwent baseline and 3-year follow-up assessments, including structural MRI, neuropsychological testing, and depression severity. Statistical analyses included mixed-effects models to examine longitudinal changes and correlations.
Results: At baseline, the LLD group exhibited significantly higher WMH volume compared to controls (p < 0.001). Over the 3-year follow-up, the LLD group showed a significantly greater increase in WMH volume (average increase of 0.4 Fazekas points) compared to controls (average increase of 0.1 Fazekas points, p < 0.001). Greater WMH burden at baseline was associated with worse performance on all cognitive domains in both groups (p < 0.05). In the LLD group, the increase in WMH volume was significantly correlated with a decline in global cognition (r = -0.45, p < 0.001), executive function (r = -0.38, p = 0.003), and processing speed (r = -0.41, p = 0.001). Changes in depression severity were also correlated with WMH progression (r = 0.32, p = 0.012).
Conclusion: This study provides evidence that WMH burden is significantly increased in LLD and that WMH progression contributes to cognitive decline and may exacerbate depressive symptoms over time. These findings highlight the importance of assessing and potentially targeting WMH in the management of LLD.
Enhancing Cybersecurity Resilience through Improved Technical Measures in Incident Response Strategies
Authors: Ismail Assoujaa
Published: February 2025

Weak credentials, insecure software, and low user awareness create significant vulnerabilities that cyber attackers exploit. Effective Incident Response (IR) is essential for mitigating cyberattacks, safeguarding critical infrastructure, and ensuring the continued functionality of software systems under attack. However, many organizations focus more on strengthening their digital defenses than on preparing robust incident response mechanisms. Common IR challenges include poor usability, high false positives, integration problems, limited resources, and a lack of collaboration and communication. Furthermore, insufficient training in soft skills like problem-solving and teamwork worsens the situation. IR frameworks emphasize the importance of structured response plans that guide organizations in managing and mitigating breaches, even when the attacker’s identity remains unknown. To enhance IR effectiveness, this paper proposes adopting structured incident response playbooks. Additionally, organizations must improve cross-team collaboration and prioritize communication to mitigate evolving cyber threats. By focusing on incident preparation, real-time monitoring, and postincident learning, organizations can improve their resilience and readiness to respond to increasingly sophisticated attacks.
Performance Analysis of Spreading Sequences for Wireless DS-CDMA System
Authors: Ravindrababu J. , Swathi Dasi , Teja J. V. Ravi , Chandra J. V. Ravi , Rani T. Esther , Ushaswini V. , Satish S. , Sri N. Pranavi
Published: February 2025

Spreading sequences are essential to wireless communication systems. It is employed in direct sequence code division multiple access systems (DS-CDMA) to serve increased user count with different spreading sequences like orthogonal and non-orthogonal spreading sequences. Here our objective is to finda proposed generation of “New spreading sequence” by using this sequence, reducing the result of multiple access interference (MAI) by maintaining minimum correlation in DS-CDMA system and also the bit error rate (BER) performance of proposed sequence by using AWGN channel is evaluated. Additionally, the suggested sequence is contrasted with already-existing sequences like the Kasami even sequences, PN sequences, and gold sequences. The suggested sequence is the best option because it performs better than the current sequences.
IoT Gateway Powered by Renewable Energy for Cloud Connectivity and Real-Time Environmental Monitoring
Authors: Saidi Abdelkader , Boutabba Tarek , Mekhilef Saad , Lanani Abderrahim , Ghenai Chaouki
Published: February 2025

This article presents an enhanced autonomous solar system designed for real-time environmental data acquisition and wireless transmission to a cloud-based server. Utilizing advanced IoT technologies, including an ESP-01 module and Arduino Uno, the system ensures efficient data collection and seamless communication. Various electronic components, such as a step-down module for battery regulation and sensors like DHT11 for temperature and humidity, enhance the systemʼs functionality. In-depth analysis of hardware and software components, as well as implementation of data visualization algorithms, demonstrates the systemʼs capability to accurately capture and transmit environmental data. The proposed systemʼs contributions are significant, offering a reliable and cost-effective solution for real-time environmental monitoring, with applications in agriculture, meteorology, and other fields. The study provides valuable insights into the use of renewable energy sources to address environmental challenges, highlighting the importance of efficient and sustainable energy use. Experimental results indicate a high degree of accuracy in data acquisition and transmission, with minimal energy consumption, thereby underscoring the systemʼs practical viability and effectiveness.
Channel Estimation and Equalization Using Higher Order Cumulant and Constant Modulus Algorithms
Authors: Elkassimi Said , Safi Said , Manaut B.
Published: February 2025

This paper present the problem of blind channel estimation of a non-minimum phase system using three algorithms. These algorithms play an important role for blindly parameters channel estimation. Thus studying the problem of blind channel equalization based on the presented algorithm and the filter adaptive equalizer. The simulation results in noisy environment and for different SNR values, demonstrate that the proposed algorithm is more powerful than other algorithms. In addition the proposed algorithm is more powerful in comparison to Constant Modulus Algorithm (CMA) at the blind channel equalization.
Cylindrical Rods Artificial Dielectric Material Inspired Sub-wavelength and Directive Microstrip Antenna
Authors: Kaur Preet
Published: February 2025

In this paper two novel techniques are proposed, one for designing sub-wavelength antenna and the other for designing of directive patch antenna by utilizing cylindrical rods artificial dielectric. Rectangular patch antenna is taken as a reference antenna due to its low profile, simple structure, and easy fabrication. Cylindrical rods behave as artificial dielectric material at plasma frequency and are designed according to the resonant frequency range of reference patch antenna. Embedding of rods in the dielectric substrate of the patch makes it compact, improving its return loss and enhancing impedance bandwidth. A technique to increase the gain and directivity of patch antenna by utilizing cylindrical rods embedded superstrate is also proposed in this paper. Mathematical analysis of results is also provided in this research work. The proposed directive antenna has a gain of 7.01 dB and it resonates at 3.88 GHz with -32.81 dB of reflection coefficient. The presented antenna has applications in field of wireless communication.
A Review on Microstrip Patch Antenna Sensors: Agriculture, Environment, Health Care and IoT Applications
Authors: Priyanka Priyanka , Bansal Sonia , Kaur Preet
Published: February 2025

As the quantity and needs of advanced wireless communication systems have grown, the latest advancements in antenna sensors that support them have also enhanced. This review paper describes numerous microstrip patch antenna sensors utilized in various applications such as agriculture, the environment, biomedical, and the Internet of Things. The survey provides the several issues that come with constructing microwave sensors utilizing various simulation software, material selection, and manufacturing procedures. This paper summarizes the sensors and their categorization, as well as printable antenna sensors, issues that arise in antenna sensor design, antenna sensor layout, and kinds, and their applicability in various fields. These antenna sensors have received much attention in current history because of their appealing qualities and potential for allowing lighter, adaptable, low-cost, tiny size, patient safety, communication capability, biocompatibility, and portable wireless communication and sensing.
Optimizing Maintenance Cost in A Multi Component Environment
Authors: Ul Haque Fahim , Haque Raza Aizizul , Mosharraf Hossain Dr. Md.
Published: February 2025

This research presents a cost-centric approach to maintenance scheduling in multi-component
systems, aimed at minimizing expenses while optimizing operational efficiency. By integrating
predictive analytics and optimization techniques, we conduct a comprehensive analysis of
production loss costs for diverse maintenance sequences, employing genetic algorithms to
identify the most cost-effective strategy. Through rigorous exploratory data analysis, we refine
our model and demonstrate its efficacy in achieving significant cost savings. A comparative
case study showcases substantial reductions in maintenance expenses compared to traditional
methods like RUL based scheduling, underscoring the potential of our approach in enhancing
cost management and operational performance in industrial contexts. This study contributes
valuable insights to the field of maintenance optimization and offers practical implications for
industry practitioners seeking to improve cost-effectiveness and operational efficiency in multicomponent systems.
Survivor-Accused Dynamics in Alleged Sexual Assault Cases: A Demographic Analysis
Authors: Harish M Pathak  , N.S Dharmadhikari  , Abhijith G Jayachandran
Published: February 2025

Sexual assault is a type of gender-based violence. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines gender-based violence (GBV) as any harmful act that is committed against a person's will and is based on gender roles and power differences between males and females. Role of a health care provider is very crucial in the sense of Identifying, documenting and reporting such instances. Thisprospective observational study was carried out in the department of Forensic medicine and toxicology of a Tertiary care center in a metropolitan city of Mumbai from January 2016 to June 2017.The main aim was to observe the demographic and relational dynamics between survivors and accused individuals in alleged sexual assault cases brought for examination. All cases that fulfilledthe inclusion criteria during the study period are considered for the study, which included 160 cases. In the study 93% of survivors were females and in that 73.25% were under the age of 18 years. Majority were students, graduates of Secondary School, from urban background and unmarried. An attempt to understand survivor-accused dynamics revealed the majority of accused were known tothe survivors (31.25%), and a single assailant is involved (96.88%). Other contextual findings were obtained which provided more insight into the circumstances of assaults.
Protocol for a Systematic Review of the Experiences and Mental Health Outcomes of BAME Academics in Non-Traditional Higher Education
Authors:   PhD , Faculty of Health, Wellbeing & Social Care, Global Banking School, Oxford Brookes University, Birmingham Campus, United Kingdom, Kennedy Obohwemu Oberhiri ,   and PENKUP Research Institute, Birmingham, United Kingdom, Nchindia Christian Atabong ,   PhD , Faculty of Business Management, Global Banking School, University of Suffolk, Manchester Campus, United Kingdom, Kachitsa Charles Leyman ,   PhD , Faculty of Business Management and Enterprise, Global Banking School, Leeds Trinity University, Manchester Campus, United Kingdom, Sahoo Supriya Subhadarsini ,   PhD , Study Skills Lecturer, Global Banking School, Canterbury Christ Church University, Manchester Campus, United Kingdom, Tayo Oluwadamilola ,   MPH , Faculty of Health, Wellbeing & Social Care, Global Banking School, Oxford Brookes University, Leeds Campus, United Kingdom
Published: February 2025

The experiences of Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) academics in higher education institutions have garnered increasing attention due to persistent disparities and challenges faced by these groups. This protocol outlines a systematic review aimed at exploring the experiences of BAME academics in alternative higher education institutions. The review will synthesize existing literature to identify key themes, challenges, and opportunities encountered by BAME academics in these non-traditional settings. The systematic review will follow established guidelines, including a comprehensive search strategy across multiple databases such as PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science. Inclusion criteria will focus on peer-reviewed articles, dissertations, and reports that examine the experiences of BAME academics in alternative higher education institutions. Studies will be selected based on relevance, methodological rigor, and the richness of data on BAME academics' experiences. Data extraction will involve detailed coding of study characteristics, participant demographics, and key findings related to the experiences of BAME academics. Thematic analysis will be employed to identify recurring patterns and themes across the selected studies. This approach will allow for a nuanced understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities faced by BAME academics in alternative higher education institutions. The findings from this systematic review will provide valuable insights into the lived experiences of BAME academics, highlighting areas for policy intervention and institutional support. By identifying best practices and areas needing improvement, this review aims to contribute to the development of more inclusive and equitable higher education environments. The results will be disseminated through academic publications, conference presentations, and stakeholder engagement to inform future research, policy, and practice. This protocol underscores the importance of addressing the specific needs of BAME academics in alternative higher education institutions and aims to foster a more inclusive academic landscape.
The Influence of Financial Compensation, Work Facilities, and Workload on Employee Job Satisfaction
Authors: Rachman Abdul , Kuswandi Kuswandi , Rahayu Sri
Published: February 2025

Job satisfaction plays a crucial role in enhancing employee productivity and efficiency. High job satisfaction motivates employees to perform better, while dissatisfaction can lead to decreased motivation and performance. Companies must consider factors that contribute to job satisfaction to foster a harmonious work environment. This study analyzes the impact of financial compensation, work facilities, and workload on employee job satisfaction at PT. Cakrawala Cemerlang Box in Mojokerto. Using a quantitative approach with a correlational research design, the study involved 36 office employees as participants. Data were collected through a Likert-scale questionnaire and analyzed using multiple linear regression. The results indicate that financial compensation, work facilities, and workload each have a significant effect on employee job satisfaction, both individually and collectively. With a determination coefficient of 78.5%, these three factors account for the majority of variations in job satisfaction. In conclusion, increasing financial compensation, ensuring adequate work facilities, and implementing effective workload management significantly enhance employee job satisfaction. This highlights the importance of corporate strategies in managing these aspects to support employee performance and well-being.
Rethinking Representation and Animation
Authors: Solfeldt Erik , Naglaya Anna
Published: February 2025

Archaeological interpretations of prehistoric humanoid figurines, made and used by the hunter-gatherers of the Stone Ages, have traditionally relied on Western concepts of hylomorphism and iconology. Consequently, these figurines are depicted as finished and static objects of art, often separated from their archaeological contexts. Analysis of these figurines has been focused on identifying what they represent, rather than considering what they do or how people used them. This paper draws on new animism and Indigenous knowledge, combined with visual ethnographic analysis to create a visual ethnoarchaeology of northwestern Siberian humanoid figurines, here viewed as material spirits, within their animistic contexts. We argue that archaeologists’ interpretative focus on representation should be abandoned in favour of attending to animation and the material and immaterial ecological relations these figurines shared with their prehistoric makers.
The Challenges of Democratic Governance in Bayelsa State: Exploring Political Corruption
Authors: Seaman Ogbotubo L. , Christopher Fiemotongha
Published: February 2025

Political corruption has continued to pose a hindrance to democratic governance in Bayelsa State since the birth of democracy in 1999 in the state. This study, “interrogating the interface between Political corruption and Democratic Governance in Bayelsa State”, examines the relationship between political corruption and democratic governance. Political corruption impedes the benefits of democratic governance, however one must first acquire political power before becoming politically, Corrupt. From the beginning of the first republic to date, democratic governance in the state (Bayelsa State) has not really given much to the people. As the State with the least number of Local Government Areas in Nigeria’s Federal system, the level of development is not commensurate with the amount of financial resources received including the 13% oil revenue it had received from the federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) of the federal government. This is not unconnected to a corrupt political class in the state. The first executive governor of the state was convicted of corruption, and two past governors of the state were entangled in corruption charges. What are the effects of political corruption? It is observed in this study that, infrastructural and human capital under development in the state are major outcomes of political corruption. The only way to do away with this class of politicians is through the ballot, therefore there should be serious sensitization of the people, championed by Civil Society Groups (CSOs) on the evils of political corruption, and the need for them to reject any financial or material gifts as inducements from the political class especially on the day of election.
Government’s Anti-Labour Practices and Migration of Nigerian Health Care Professionals to the United Kingdom (Effect on Sustainable Development Goal 3 in Nigeria
Authors: Madueke Faith Chinenyenwa
Published: February 2025

In recent years, the pervasive problem of excessive anti-labour practices by the Nigerian Government has given rise to a series of far-reaching consequences. Among these, a prominent outcome is the increasing emigration of highly skilled professionals from Nigeria to various corners of the globe. The relationship between governmental policies, labour practices, and the exodus of skilled workers emphasizes the necessity for a comprehensive investigation and deeper understanding. This study investigated the Government's anti-labour practices and the migration of healthcare professionals to the United Kingdom. The study adopted the documentary data collection method and employed qualitative descriptive analysis to analyze the secondary data. The theoretical framework of push-pull theory was adopted to explicate the issues above. The study found that the Government's anti-labour practices, such as poor remuneration and poor enforcement of labour laws, have contributed to the increased migration of healthcare professionals to the United Kingdom. The study also discovered that this mass exodus of healthcare professionals hurts the health sector in Nigeria and has become a concern on how the country will meet the Sustainable Development Goal of providing good health and well-being for all in the year 2030. As a corollary of the above, this study recommends; Advocacy and implementation of comprehensive labour reforms in Nigeria, involving the revision of existing laws, constructive dialogue with stakeholders, and the strengthening of enforcement mechanisms to ensure fair working conditions, competitive wages, job security, and the protection of skilled professionals' rights through monitoring and reporting mechanisms. To improve the "brain gain," the Government should continue to step in and create an atmosphere that supports the success of healthcare professionals. To lessen the exodus of medical personnel, Nigerian governments at all levels should ensure that financial incentives are available to enhance the financial security of healthcare professionals. Raising wages, providing incentives, and ensuring that payments are made on schedule.
Keywords: Anti-labour practices, migration, health care professionals, United Kingdom, Nigeria, Sustainable Development Goal
Development of Electrolyser Projects for Production of Renewable Hydrogen
Authors: Andročec Ivan , Mikulić Martina , Rubil Martina
Published: February 2025

Hydrogen is one of the important factors in reaching climate neutrality from the European Green Deal, particularly hydrogen made from renewable energy sources. The paper describes electrolysis plants in technical, environmental and regulatory aspects and presents obstacles that need to be overcome for the successful implementation of electrolyser projects, looking at the bigger picture of the energy sector. Part of the paper is dedicated to the research of existing projects and the plans for the development of electrolysers. Possible contribution of the development of electrolysis plants is in the application at the locations of existing thermal power plants that are no longer suitable for operation due to technological, economic or environmental reasons, which would take advantage of the existing location of the power plant for the installation of new technology that meets the concept of low-carbon development.
Impact Of Climate Changes on Transmission System Operator Assets: Experiences from Croatia and Need for Resilience Plan
Authors: Levačić Goran , Lukačević Igor , Mesić Krešimir , Lasić Mate , Končar Petar , Ivanković Igor
Published: February 2025

The consequences of climate change are felt everywhere, especially on power systems assets, whereby overhead lines as one of its most exposed elements. It is expected that impact of climate changes, especially effects of evident global warming will be even more expressed in the coming decades, with increased frequency and severity of extreme weather events in the form of storms, winds, snow, ice, high temperatures, fires, etc. Therefore, it is essential to ensure the safe and stable operation of power networks. An experience with two strong storms which appeared within only two days in July, 2023 affecting larger part of Croatian transmission network are presented, in order to discuss whether it is necessary to change valid requirements for new overhead lines, and to consider establishment of internal resilience mechanisms for better withstand the impacts of climate change and global warming.
Monotonicity and Convergence in the Collatz Conjecture: A New Perspective
Authors: Wells Abascal Guillermo , Zavala Raus Angel Gabriel
Published: February 2025

The Collatz conjecture declares that every positive integer will eventually reach 1 when subjected to a simple iterative process: if the number is even, it is divided by 2, and if it is odd, it is multiplied by 3 and then increased by 1. Despite the straightforward nature of these rules, a general proof of the conjecture remains elusive. For the above, this study introduces an alternative interpretation of the conjecture. This approach involves multiplying an odd integer N1 by 3 and subsequently adding the largest power-of-2 factor within N1. Repeated iterations of this alternative process show that any initial odd integer N1 will eventually convert into a power of 2, leading the sequence towards convergence. The behavior of the sequence was studied by representing the resulting integers as a power of 2 multiplied by an odd component. Using this representation under the modified rules, we developed a structured proof framework that demonstrates the consistent reduction of the odd component’s relative value after each iteration, the accelerated increase of the power-of-2 factor’s relative value, and the absence of any divergent cycles or alternative behaviors. This analysis provides insights into the mechanics of convergence in the Collatz sequence and proposes a new perspective for understanding the conjecture’s underlying dynamics.
Comprensión de las teorías evolutivas en alumnos de bachillerato de una Universidad pública en Sinaloa
Authors: Alvarez Valenzuela Ramiro
Published: February 2025

En este trabajo se pretende hacer una recopilación de la comprensión del proceso evolutivo como parte del proceso de enseñanza aprendizaje a nivel bachillerato. A pesar de que en los currículos escolares se incluye como tema de discusión las principales teorías acerca del proceso evolutivo, a los estudiantes se les dificulta aceptar la teoría evolutiva de Darwin. Un factor importante de influencia en este tema, es las ideas preconcebidas de los alumnos y los docentes, por lo que existe una enorme barrera ideológica que dificulta el aprendizaje de manera objetiva acerca de la evolución. Se aplicó un cuestionario a 157 alumnos de bachillerato, para conocer su inclinación sobre las teorías de Darwin y Lamarck. Los resultados indican que hay una tendencia mayoritaria hacia el pensamiento Lamarckiano. Esto indica una dificultad para la comprensión de la evolución desde la perspectiva genética. Esto significa que entre los alumnos existen posiciones ideológicas encontradas, ya que las ideas Lamarckianas, aunadas a los conceptos religiosos, son el manifiesto de fuertes ideas preconcebidas en la sociedad y que han sido transmitidas de generación en generación. Este resultado no es concluyente, por lo que se requiere hacer más investigaciones para comprender de manera más objetiva el pensamiento evolutivo de alumnos en bachillerato.
El rol de la educación socioemocional y su impacto en el aprendizaje de los educandos
Authors: Esteban Alberto Cepeda Saldivia , Patricia Pilar Diaz Montenegro , Joffre Javier Torres Paredes , Segundo Jorge Alarcón Carabajo , Luis Alfredo Alarcón Carabajo
Published: February 2025

El artículo "El rol de la educación socioemocional y su impacto en el aprendizaje de los educandos" analiza la importancia de incorporar habilidades socioemocionales en el sistema educativo. La educación socioemocional se enfoca en el desarrollo de competencias como el autoconocimiento, la autorregulación, la conciencia social, las habilidades de relación y la toma de decisiones responsable. Estas habilidades son esenciales no solo para el bienestar emocional de los estudiantes, sino también para su rendimiento académico y su capacidad para enfrentar desafíos dentro y fuera del aula. La educación socioemocional es el proceso mediante el cual los individuos aprenden a comprender y gestionar sus emociones, establecer y alcanzar metas positivas, sentir y demostrar empatía hacia los demás, establecer y mantener relaciones positivas, y tomar decisiones responsables. Estos componentes son fundamentales para el desarrollo integral de los estudiantes. La integración de la educación socioemocional en el currículo escolar puede lograrse mediante programas específicos, actividades diarias y la creación de un entorno escolar que promueva una cultura de respeto y apoyo emocional. Los maestros desempeñan un papel crucial en la implementación efectiva, actuando como modelos y guías para sus estudiantes. El objetivo del estudio es destacar la importancia de integrar habilidades socioemocionales en el sistema educativo, demostrando cómo estas competencias contribuyen al desarrollo integral de los estudiantes, mejoran su rendimiento académico y promueven su bienestar personal y social a lo largo de su vida. En base al marco metodológico es un estudio con enfoque cuantitativo con diseño pre-experimental; para la recopilación de la información se utilizó como técnica la encuesta y como instrumento el cuestionario; para procesar la información se utilizó el software Microsoft Excel e IBM SPSS Statistics.
Estrategias Narrativas para el Desarrollo de la Comprensión Lectora en Educación Básica
Authors: Del Hierro Pérez Mercy Consuelo , Ruiz Avila Marcelo Miguel , Bermeo Castillo Rita Claudia , Moreira Cedeño Nancy Maribel , Santillán Sevillano Nubia Del Carmen , Ruano Armijos Gabriela Alexandra , Cadena Morales Arianna Geovanna
Published: February 2025

La evolución de la comprensión lectora constituye un elemento esencial en la educación básica, dado que tiene un impacto directo en el desempeño académico y en la habilidad de los alumnos para procesar, analizar e interpretar datos. Esta investigación, denominada "Estrategias Narrativas para el Desarrollo de la Comprensión Lectora en Educación Básica", examina cómo la implementación de técnicas narrativas en el entorno educativo puede potenciar las competencias lectoras y optimizar la interpretación de textos en niños y adolescentes. La investigación adopta un enfoque mixto, integrando análisis cuantitativo y cualitativo con el objetivo de evaluar el efecto de diversas estrategias narrativas en el proceso de aprendizaje estudiantil. Se instauraron iniciativas como la generación de relatos colaborativos, la aplicación de cuentos interactivos y la dramatización de narrativas, con la finalidad de estimular el interés por la lectura y estimular competencias como la inferencia, la síntesis y el pensamiento crítico. La población objetivo del estudio consistió en 300 alumnos de nivel básico y 20 educadores, quienes participaron en un programa de intervención pedagógica centrado en la incorporación de narrativas en la instrucción lectora. Los hallazgos demuestran que la implementación de estrategias narrativas potencia notablemente la comprensión lectora, incrementando en un 35% la habilidad de los alumnos para identificar conceptos centrales y efectuar inferencias a partir de los textos. Adicionalmente, se registró un incremento en la motivación y participación en las actividades relacionadas con la lectura, lo que indica que el aprendizaje basado en narrativas propicia una vinculación más profunda con los textos y fomenta un enfoque reflexivo en el proceso lector. Pese a los hallazgos favorables, la investigación también identificó obstáculos tales como la insuficiente capacitación docente en metodologías narrativas y la necesidad de recursos pedagógicos adaptados a variados grados de comprensión. Para concluir, el estudio subraya la relevancia de incorporar estrategias narrativas en el plan de estudios de la educación básica como un instrumento eficaz para potenciar la comprensión lectora. Se sugiere la instauración de programas de capacitación para educadores y la creación de recursos pedagógicos innovadores que promuevan el desarrollo de habilidades lectoras en los alumnos.
Análisis bibliométrico del estudio de las garrapatas que atacan a los perros: avances y perspectivas
Authors: Sanchez Villacres Roberto Paolo , Barrezueta Unda Salomon Alejandro , Zapata Saavedra Lorena Matilde , Pimbosa Esmeralda , Sachez Arrobo Silvia Julisa
Published: February 2025

Las garrapatas son ectoparásitos de relevancia veterinaria que afectan la salud de los canes y contribuyen a la propagación de enfermedades de impacto en salud pública global; por lo tanto, este estudio tuvo como objetivo analizar la producción científica sobre garrapatas que afectan a los canes mediante un enfoque bibliométric. Para ello, se empleó una búsqueda sistemática en la base de datos Scopus, donde los criterios de inclusión abarcaban artículos originales en inglés entre 2004 y 2024; además, la búsqueda de palabras clave relacionadas con garrapatas y canes permitió procesar los datos en el software VOSviewer, analizando métricas como publicaciones anuales, redes de coautoría y palabras clave. Como resultado, se observó un incremento en la producción científica desde 2016, influido por el cambio climático y la emergencia de zoonosis; asimismo, Estados Unidos lideró en publicaciones y citas, seguido por Alemania y Francia, mientras que las palabras clave más frecuentes, como "ticks" y "dogs", destacaron la interdisciplinariedad del campo. Por consiguiente, las redes de coautoría identificaron núcleos de colaboración científica, con investigaciones centradas en parasitología, epidemiología y control de vectores, lo que subraya la necesidad de enfoques colaborativos y multidisciplinarios. En conclusión, es esencial consolidar esfuerzos internacionales para abordar los desafíos asociados a las garrapatas en un contexto de cambio climático y urbanización, mejorando la prevención y el control de zoonosis.
Beyond the abstinence Mantra: Attitudes of parents towards comprehensive sexuality education in Zimbabwe
Authors: Mukau Kenneth , Kufakunesu Moses
Published: February 2025

The sexuality education debate has predominantly increased to revolve around the strict abstinence mantra, reflecting deeply ingrained cultural, religious, and societal attitudes towards sex and reproductive health, and Zimbabwe is not an exception among African countries. Nevertheless, there is a growing recognition of the limitations of this approach and the need for more comprehensive sexuality education to address the complex needs of young people in the country. This study explored the attitudes of parents and guardians toward comprehensive sexuality education in Zimbabwe, shedding light on their beliefs, perceptions, and concerns regarding the provision of sexual health information to their children. A qualitative approach was used with the descriptive survey research design. Twenty-four parents and guardians (eleven males and thirteen females) were purposively selected from the Chikomba district of Mashonaland East province, Zimbabwe. In-depth interviews and document analysis served as data collection tools. It emerged from the study that most parents and guardians have negative attitudes toward comprehensive sexuality education, which stemmed from their cultural, moral, and religious beliefs toward CSE. The results indicated that parents and guardians felt the fully fledged introduction of CSE would likely lead to moral degradation, among other things. Despite these challenges, few participants expressed positive attitudes towards the equipping of young people with the CSE knowledge and skills so that they make informed decisions about their sexual and reproductive health. The current study recommended a collaborative approach to deal with the dynamics of CSE with input from policymakers, educators, parents, health personnel, social scientists, and learners, as opined by some participants.
Employee commitment in Ghanaian healthcare: a multi-factor analysis
Authors: Yamoah Emmanuel Erastus
Published: February 2025

Purpose – The study investigates the factors influencing organizational commitment among employees at a Municipal Health Directorate (MHD) in Ghana. It focuses on identify- ing key organizational and individual factors that drive commitment and examining potential gender differences.
Research methodology – A quantitative approach was employed, using a cross-sectional survey of 204 MHD employees, with a final sample size of 153. A structured questionnaire measured organizational commitment and influencing factors. Multiple regression analysis was used to examine relationships between variables.
Findings – Key drivers of commitment include training and development, salary, leadership style, work environment, job satisfaction, and involvement in decision-making. Training and development were the strongest predictors of commitment, while job-related stress negatively influenced commitment. No significant gender differences in commitment were found.
Research limitations – The cross-sectional design limits causality. Future research should adopt longitudinal designs to track changes in commitment over time and explore gender differences in other contexts.
Practical implications – The findings emphasize the importance of investing in employee development, fostering supportive leadership, managing job stress, and involving employees in decision-making to enhance commitment.
Originality/Value – This study provides valuable insights into the determinants of employee commitment in healthcare, contributing to the limited research on organizational commitment in resource-constrained healthcare settings in Ghana.
How macroeconomic factors impact residential real estate prices in Eastern Europe
Authors: Okunevičiūtė Neverauskienė Laima , Linkevičius Dominykas , Andriušaitienė Daiva
Published: February 2025

Purpose – This study examines how GDP growth, interest rates, and unemployment rates influence residential real estate prices in politically and economically stable Eastern Euro- pean countries, aiming to identify key drivers of property value changes in the region.
Research methodology – The study uses multiple linear regression and Pearson correlation (r) to assess the relationship between variables and housing prices, with ARIMA (3,1,0) applied for short-term price forecasts based on cyclical time series trends.
Findings – The findings show a strong correlation between macroeconomic indicators and residential real estate prices, with the key influencing factor varying by country, reflecting diverse market sensitivities and regional economic contexts.
Research limitations – The research is limited to Eastern European countries with stable political and economic conditions, excluding those facing instability. Future studies could expand the analysis to include such regions to provide a more comprehensive view.
Practical implications – The results provide valuable guidance for policymakers and investors in crafting strategies tailored to specific macroeconomic conditions, enhancing market predictions and stability.
Originality/Value – By focusing on the underexplored residential real estate market in Eastern Europe, this study contributes novel insights into regional housing price determinants and offers a foundation for further research on macroeconomic impacts in real estate markets.
Bibliometric analysis of digital financial reporting: a comprehensive review of research trends and emerging topics
Authors: Darmawati Darmawati , Mediawati Elis , Dewi Andi Ratna Sari
Published: February 2025

Digital Financial Reporting (DFR) has gained significant research attention amid the digital transformation. This study comprehensively reviews DFR research, identifies trends, and highlights emerging topics. Key trends include advancements in sustainability reporting and improved financial reporting quality while emerging topics like XBRL and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) reflect evolving research interests. Utilizing bibliometric methods, the study quantitatively analyzes DFR literature from Scopus, Emerald, Google Scholar, OpenAlex, Crossref, and SAGE. The research involved data sourcing, screening, eligibility selection, and bibliometric analysis. Findings show a dynamic increase in annual publications in DFR, with noticeable peaks and shifts in research focus over time. A notable rise post-2016 culminated in a peak in 2023, indicating sustained scholarly interest and field evolution. This study contributed into how digitalization enhances financial reporting quality, addressing gaps from previous bibliometric analyses. It emphasizes systematic trend analysis, identifying research gaps, and exploring factors driving the digital transformation of financial reporting. These insights guide researchers in developing new variables and strategies to advance DFR solutions, enhancing the accuracy, transparency, and accessibility of financial information through digital innovation.
Stellar Streams Reveal the Mass Loss of Globular Clusters
Authors: Chen Yingtian , Li Hui , Gnedin Oleg Y.
Published: February 2025

Globular cluster (GC) streams, debris of stars tidally stripped from their progenitor GCs, have densities that correlate positively with the GC mass-loss rate. In this work, we employ a novel particle spray algorithm that can accurately reproduce the morphology of streams of various orbital types, enabling us to uncover the relationship between the GC mass-loss history and stream density profiles. Using recent discoveries of GC streams from Gaia Data Release 3, we present, for the first time, a catalog of directly observed mass-loss rates for 12 Galactic GCs, ranging from 0.5 to 200 M
⊙ Myr−1. By fitting power-law relations between the mass-loss rate and key GC properties, we identify positive correlations with GC mass and orbital frequency, consistent with the predictions from N-body simulations.
T CrB: Detection of a Short Flare in 2024 November
Authors: Teyssier F. , Shore S. N. , Sims F. , Leadbeater R. , Flo J. Guarro , Shank K. , Bertrand E. , Foster J. R.
Published: February 2025

We detected an ionization flare on 2024 November 18 during a high cadence spectroscopic monitoring campaign on T CrB (https://aras-database.github.io/database/index.html) before its anticipated next nova outburst with a duration of between 12 and 32 days, during which optical emission lines of He ii and [O iii] appeared for the first time since the end of the very high active state 2015–2023.
La communication financière à l’épreuve de la crise COVID : une gestion des impressions ?
Authors: Bessieux-Ollier Corinne , Davrinche Grégoire , Dumas Guillaume
Published: February 2025

Nous étudions l’impact de la crise du COVID-19 sur la gestion des impressions pratiquée par les entreprises françaises cotées. Cette crise ayant eu un impact fort sur l’activité des entreprises, nous observons si les dirigeants modifient la manière de présenter l’information liée aux résultats non-GAAP, à travers l’utilisation de stratégies d’obscurcissement. Les données sur la gestion des impressions ont été collectées manuellement dans les communiqués de résultats annuels des entreprises du SBF 120 sur la période 2018-2020. Nous constatons une diminution générale du niveau de gestion des impressions en période de crise, notamment pour les entreprises des secteurs ayant été les plus impactés par la crise COVID. Cette diminution est toutefois moins prononcée pour les entreprises ayant sous-performé par rapport à leur secteur d’activité et pour les entreprises dont la performance a le plus diminué (indépendamment du secteur auquel elles appartiennent). Nos résultats suggèrent que les entreprises dont la baisse de performance pourrait être attribuée à des causes internes (résultats très défavorables, résultats en deçà du secteur d’activité) demeurent soucieuses de l’image qu’elles renvoient et maintiennent leur niveau de gestion des impressions malgré la crise.
Le risque d’infections virales nosocomiales pour les professionnels de santé : le modèle des coronavirus
Authors: Gagnaire Julie , Spilioti Tereza , Berthelot Philippe , Pozzetto Bruno
Published: February 2025

Les infections nosocomiales virales représentent un risque important pour les personnels de santé, non seulement en tant que vecteurs de virus, mais aussi comme victimes, et celles causées par les coronavirus en sont une bonne illustration. Ces agents infectieux se transmettent majoritairement par gouttelettes, mais également par aérosols, notamment dans les lieux très confinés ou lors de soins et accessoirement par le biais d’objets, de surfaces ou de mains contaminés. En plus des quatre coronavirus saisonniers responsables de rhumes, le début du XXI e siècle a connu l’émergence de trois nouveaux coronavirus, le SARS-CoV en 2002 en Chine, le MERS-CoV en 2012 en Arabie Saoudite et le SARS-CoV-2 en 2019 en Chine, qui ont été à l’origine de redoutables épidémies de pneumopathies. Les soignants ont été au cœur de ces trois émergences. La prévention de ces infections requiert le port adéquat des équipements de protection respiratoire, le respect des précautions standard d’hygiène, notamment des mains, et la vaccination, quand celle-ci est disponible.
Évolution gravissime d’un clone HPN, associé à une aplasie médullaire
Authors: Lorant L. , Yamthieu Sylvestre , Vergnolle S.
Published: February 2025

L’hémoglobinurie paroxystique nocturne (HPN) est une maladie clonale non maligne, rare et liée à une mutation du gène PIG-A codant pour le phosphatidylinositol glycane de classe A. Nous rapportons le cas d’un patient de 77 ans, chez lequel cette pathologie (associée à une aplasie médullaire) a été diagnostiquée. La prise en charge médicale du sujet a été marquée par une expansion clonale fulgurante, inhabituelle. Concomitamment, une insuffisance rénale aiguë, adjointe à une altération rapide de l’état général, est advenue. Cette observation souligne que cette maladie bénigne peut avoir des conséquences évolutives et sévères. Les professionnels de santé doivent donc être prudents et effectuer un suivi rigoureux lorsqu'ils sont confrontés à une HPN afin d’adapter la prise en charge thérapeutique.