bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Effect of Torque Settings of ProTaper Next Files on Microcrack Formation
Authors: HAZAR Ecehan , SAĞLAM Baran Can , KOCAK Murat , TAZEGÜL-KOCAK Sibel
Published: August 2023

Aim: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effect of different torque settings of ProTaper Next files on microcrack formation. Materials and methods: Ninety mandibular anterior teeth were used. Fifteen teeth served as control and 75 teeth were divided into three groups according to the torque settings (n=25). In group 1; the root canals were instrumented using ProTaper Next files at a rotational speed of 300rpm and 2.0 Ncm torque. In group 2; the files were used with 3.5 Ncm torque, and in group 3; the files were used with 5.2 Ncm torque. Teeth were horizontally sectioned at 3, 6, and 9 mm and examined with a stereomicroscope. Results: The percentage of total cracked teeth in the 2.0, 3.5, and 5.2 Ncm groups were recorded at 24%, 28%, and 32%, respectively, without any significant difference (p>0.05). Conclusion: The use of ProTaper Next files with high torque settings did not affect the amount of microcrack occurrence. The clinicians may use the rotary systems within different torque values suggested by manufacturers in reliance upon their clinical experiences.
Ciltte Fistülizasyona Sebep Olmuş Radiküler Kist: Vaka Sunumu
Authors: YILDIRIM Elif Betül , KAZAN Turan , KILINÇ Yeliz , ATAK SEÇEN İpek
Published: August 2023

Radiküler kistler en sık görülen odontojenik kistlerdir ve çenelerde görülen bütün kistlerin yaklaşık %70’ini oluştururlar.Radiküler kistler sıklıkla maksilla anterior bölgede ve 30 -50 yaş aralığında görülürler. Radiküler kistler sıklıkla devital pulpalı sürmüş dişlerin apeksleriyle ilişkilidir. Yavaş büyüyen bu kistler, büyük boyutlara ulaşana ve enfekte olana kadar sıklıkla asemptomatiktir.Kutanöz deri fistülleri radiküler kistlerden köken alabilmektedir. Bu vaka raporunda kutanöz fistülün eşlik ettiği geniş radiküler kistin enükleasyon ile tedavisi ve fistül yolu rekonstrüksiyonu anlatılmaktadır.
GESTIÓN DE LA ADMINISTRACIÓN PÚBLICA, BASADA EN LA MEJORA CONTINUA EN LA ZONA METROPOLITANA DE GUADALAJARA
Authors: Vargas Roberto Jiménez , Rodríguez Paula Lourdes Guerrero , Basulto María Saturnina Gil , Montes Aleida Llanes
Published: August 2023

Para el desarrollo de una adecuada administración pública, se requiere alcanzar determinados objetivos urbanos en las Megalópolis mexicanas, siendo una condición sine qua non, de considerar la paulatina incertidumbre de las crecientes exclusiones sociales, por ende, es indispensable contar con una gestión pública basada en procesos de evaluación y mejora continua. Ante este panorama de una región piloto determinada, se propone la consideración de un Sistema General de Indicadores en el desarrollo urbano de la Zona Metropolitana de Guadalajara. En tal virtud, al evaluar el modelo de desarrollo urbano idóneo con la aplicación de una política regional más integral se precisa la incidencia de una mayor sustentabilidad en sus 9 municipios conurbados. Se proponen los siguientes temas claves a evaluar dentro de la administración pública: 1.- La Cooperación y fomento de redes. 2.- Información transparente y participativa. 3.- Identificación de  la orientación hacia la ciudadanía. 4.- Una administración pública eficiente. En el presente trabajo se tendrá como teoría el Modelo de la Quíntuple Hélice  y los indicadores antes expuestos se correlacionaron  con dicho marco hipotético.
A VIOLAÇÃO DO DIREITO À PROPRIEDADE NAS AMÉRICAS EM FACE DA CORTE INTERAMERICANA DE DIREITOS HUMANOS
Authors: Dos Santos Arleandro Silva , Araujo Gabriel Silva , Ávila Eloisa Aparecida da Silva , Bolfarini Isabella Christina da Mota
Published: August 2023

O presente resumo visa analisar as sentenças emitidas pela Corte Interamericana de Direitos Humanos (Corte IDH) e sua efetivação acerca dos cumprimentos dessas sentenças, versando sobre os impactos de políticas públicas nacionais e o respeito à proteção da propriedade de comunidades indígenas e povos afrodescendentes enfatizando sobre a força vinculante elencadas nas sentenças. Objetiva-se analisar casos em que tratam de conflitos de terras, traçar dados coletados na plataforma da Corte IDH. Através das pesquisas em estudo de caso, nessa circunstância, as sentenças, os levantamentos de informações têm seu foco em uma análise de fontes primárias. Pesquisas recentes (BOLFARINI, 2019), apontam que as sentenças da Corte Interamericana de Direitos Humanos podem gerar impactos sobre as políticas públicas nacionais, considerando que após decisão condenatória, cabendo-lhes seu cumprimento, como forma de reparação e garantia do Estado Democrático de Direito, dessa forma pesquisa partiu da análise de alguns institutos, tais como o do compliance, sob a perspectiva conceitual trazida por Von Bogdandy (2012) e do conceito de políticas públicas trazido por Bucci (2006, p. 39). O recorte temporal foi estabelecido para garantir maior fiabilidade à análise, com a identificação e sistematização dos dados dos processos levados à Corte entre 2001 e 2021. Pelo recorte tratado, analisado em cinco países, evidenciou-se que em oito dos casos sentenciados quais que incidem sobre a proteção da propriedade. Dentre os artigos violados presentes, destacam-se: a obrigação de respeitar os direitos presentes no artigo primeiro da Convenção Americana Sobre Direitos Humanos presente em 62,5% dos casos; garantias judiciais 62,5%; o direito à propriedade privada e proteção judicial foram evidenciados em 100%. Compreende-se a importância da Corte IDH e de sua atuação no que tange a efetivação dos Direitos Humanos, sejam eles tratados de quaisquer recortes. Logo, firmando o pacto juntamente à corte efetiva a promoção e igualdade de Direitos Humanos de qualquer esfera.
O PODER DAS MASSAS: UMA ANÁLISE SOB O OLHAR DE LE BON, FREUD, HORKHEIMER E ADORNO
Authors: Soares Francisca Eluar Marinho Silva , Barbosa Eriosvaldo Lima
Published: August 2023

Este artigo tem como objetivo refletir sobre a formação e características das massas e suas implicações na política e na vida em sociedade. A análise é baseada em obras de estudiosos renomados, como Gustave Le Bon, Sigmund Freud, Max Horkheimer e Theodor Adorno. Os autores abordam a constituição das massas e sua relevância para o processo histórico, político e social. Também são destacados eventos políticos que ajudam a compreender cientificamente o processo da gênese das massas.
Kajian Teologis Pernikahan Poligami Menurut Perjanjian Lama dan Hukum Islam
Authors: Raharjo Tulus , Baskoro Paulus Kunto
Published: August 2023

Dampak sosial dari pernikahan poligami telah mewarnai  sejarah bertumbuh kembangnya komunitas umat manusia dimuka bumi secara umum, tidak terlepas juga masyarakat Indonesia. Dalam masyarakat Islam diyakini bahwa pernikahan poligami telah ada sebelum datangnya Islam.  Penulisan ini difokuskan kepada dampak sosial, secara khusus dampak interaksi sosial yang akan dialami bagi pria dan wanita yang menjalankan pernikahan poligami dalam masyarakat Muslim dan masyarakat kuno Perjanjian Lama. Metode yang digunakan adalah metode deskriptif literatur. Tujuan dalam penulisan ini adalah Tujuan dari studi ini adalah untuk menguji secara teologis dan secara empiris tentang mengapa pernikahan poligami cenderung tidak bisa menghantar kepada bentuk pernikahan yang Sakinah (tenteram), mawadah (penuh cinta kasih) dan warahma (kasih sayang) yang merupakan tujuan utama dalam pernikahan Islam. Tujuan yang kedua, yakni untuk menguji mengapa pernikahan poligami membawa dampak hubungan sosial bagi pria dan wanita yang menjalani pernikahan poligami
Bacteriological Survey of Abattoir Wastewater in Aba, Abia State, Nigeria
Authors: Idu Emmanuel Gideon , Omidele Benjamin Oluwafemi , Nwaubani Daniel Ahamefuna , Okwara Chioma Orieji Anya , Okpanachi Victor Ugbede
Published: August 2023

The bacteriological survey of abattoir wastewater in Aba was investigated. Samples of wastewater contaminated with abattoir waste were collected at ten different spots in the abattoir. Nutrient agar was utilised as the media for the total aerobic plate count, McConkey agar was used for the coliform count, and cellulolytic media was used for the cellulolytic count. It was done using the pour plate method. The bacteria were identified using colonial morphology, gram staining, and biochemical assays. All of the aerobic plates, coliform count and cellulolytic count for the abattoir wastewater ranged from 1.03 x107 to 7.1 x 106 CFU/mL, 5.8 x 106 to 1.2 x 106 CFU/mL and 3.7 x106 to1.3x 106 CFU/mL, respectively. Streptococcus spp., Pseudomonas spp., Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus spp., Micrococcus spp., Vibrio cholerae, Klebsiella spp., and Escherichia coli were among the bacteria that were isolated. This survey further confirmed the presence of varying bacteria genera in abattoir wastewater and the expedient nature of treating wastewater rather than releasing it to the physical environment as it poses a threat to public health.
Influence of aerial and vacuum packaging on the quality and shelf life of beef treated with extra virgin olive oil
Authors: Hashem MA , Himo FA , Arafath MS , Numan AA , Azad MAK
Published: August 2023

The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of olive oil as a natural preservative and aerial and vacuum packaging on the quality and shelf life of raw beef. Meat samples were divided into four treatments i.e. T0= with 1% olive oil and aerial packaged, T1= without olive oil and aerial packaged, T2 = with 1% olive oil and vacuum packaged and T3 = without olive oil and vacuum packaged. All samples were kept at refrigerated temperature. Days of interval were 0, 5, 10 and 15. The samples were tested for sensory properties (color, flavor, tenderness, juiciness and overall acceptability), physicochemical characteristics (water holding capacity, cooking loss, pH); biochemical properties (TBARS), and microbiological counts (TVC, TCC and TYMC). During the whole storage process, the sensory and instrumental color value were considerably higher (P<0.05) in T0 and T2 treatments. WHC in treatment T2 was higher, CL was lower in T0 treatment and pH in treatment of T0, T1 were considerably higher (P<0.05) than in the T2 and T3 group. The values of TBARS, viable count, coliform count, and yeast-mold count were significantly lower in T0 and T2 group. Based on the findings of this study, it is possible to conclude that olive oil treated beef in aerial and vacuum packaging storage technique can be used in the future for meat preservation, providing antioxidant and antimicrobial agents as a value addition by inhibiting lipid oxidation and extending the shelf life of beef.
Muscle histology and Sensory quality changes during freeze storage of North Atlantic shrimps (Pandulus borealis)
Authors: Alam AMMN , Solberg C , Hashem MA
Published: August 2023

It is known that inappropriate transport or storage of shrimp can adversely affect different quality parameters. An experiment was designed to store North Atlantic Shrimp at two temperatures (-20ºC & -40ºC) for 2,4,6 months and analyze the quality changes during this period from these two groups at the seafood quality laboratory of Faculty of Biosciences and Aquaculture, Bodø University College, Norway. Texture was done with TA-XT2 Texture Analyzer and Color analysis was done with Minolta Chroma meter 300, shrimp muscle histology was studied and sensory analysis was done as triangle test. During the study texture was firmer and color was whiter at -40ºC storage than at –20ºC storage. Shear force increased during freeze storage at -40ºC and decreased during storage at -20ºC. In-20ºC stored samples larger ice crystals formed between the muscles. The sensory panel found difference between the -20ºC and -40ºC stored Atlantic shrimp samples after 2 months.
Herpes Zoster pada Lansia Diabetes Melitus
Authors: Kaihatu Olivia Christy
Published: August 2023

Herpes zoster adalah penyakit neurokutan yang disebabkan oleh virus varicella zoster laten. Lansia dengan diabetes melitus lebih rentan terkena infeksi ini. Kasus: Pria, usia 65 tahun, dengan keluhan lenting disertai nyeri seperti ditusuk di punggung dan dada kiri sekitar 5 hari lalu. Pasien mengidap diabetes melitus tipe 2 (DM tipe 2), rutin mengonsumsi obat hipoglikemik oral (OHO). Diagnosis berdasarkan anamnesis dan temuan klinis yang khas; terapi dengan antivirus, analgetik, dan tetap mengonsumsi OHO.
 
Herpes zoster is a neurocutaneous disease caused by latent varicella zoster virus. Elderlies with diabetic melitus are more susceptible to this infection. Case: A 65-year old male patient with grouped vesicle and stabbing pain in left side of his back and chest since 5 days. The patient had type 2 diabetes mellitus (type 2 DM) treated with oral hypoglycemic agent. Diagnosis was based on anamnesis and typical clinical findings, and treated with antiviral, analgetic, and continued OAD.
Peran Pemeriksaan Imunohistokimia dalam Diagnosis dan Prognosis Kanker Payudara
Authors: I Made Agus Setiawan
Published: August 2023

Kanker payudara adalah kanker dengan jumlah penderita terbanyak di Indonesia. Pemeriksaan imunohistokimia saat ini menjadi pemeriksaan penting karena dapat membantu diagnosis, menentukan terapi, dan prognosis kanker payudara.
 
Breast cancer is the most frequent cancer in Indonesia. Immunohistochemistry examination is currently become an important tool in diagnosis, therapy, and prognosis of breast cancer.
Studi Pasien Stroke Iskemik dengan Terapi Antiplatelet di Poliklinik Saraf Rumah Sakit Tingkat III Brawijaya Surabaya, Indonesia, Agustus–November 2022
Authors: Agustina Sri , Widjaja Johanes Singoreto , Puspasari Riska , Chandra Dika
Published: August 2023

Latar Belakang. Acetosal dan clopidogrel merupakan agen antiplatelet yang sering digunakan dalam pencegahan stroke iskemik. Tujuan. Mengetahui kejadian rekurensi stroke iskemik dengan terapi antiplatelet di poliklinik saraf Rumah Sakit Tingkat III Brawijaya Surabaya. Metode. Penelitian cross-sectional deskriptif non-eksperimental. Data rekam medis pasien stroke iskemik dengan terapi antiplatelet periode Agustus – November tahun 2022 di Rumah Sakit Tingkat III Brawijaya Surabaya. Hasil. Didapatkan 245 pasien stroke iskemik, di mana 146 pasien (59,59%) adalah laki-laki, 140 pasien (57%) dalam rentang usia 19-64 tahun, 158 pasien (64,49%) dengan hipertensi, 80 pasien (32,65%) dengan diabetes melitus, dan 39 pasien (15,92%) dengan jantung. Politerapi kombinasi acetosal dan clopidogrel pada 5 pasien (1,6%), monoterapi antiplatelet pada 240 pasien, 123 pasien (50,2%) menggunakan acetosal. Pasien stroke pertama sebanyak 96,3%. Simpulan. Penderita stroke iskemik terutama pada laki-laki usia 19-64 tahun dengan penyakit komorbid terbanyak adalah hipertensi. Jenis obat terbanyak adalah monoterapi acetosal. Kejadian rekurensi jarang.
 
Introduction. Acetosal and clopidogrel are antiplatelet agents often used for ischemic stroke prevention. Objective. To observe stroke recurrence among ischemic stroke patients with antiplatelet therapy at Neurology Clinic in Brawijaya level III Hospital Surabaya, Indonesia. Methods. A cross-sectional descriptive non-experimental research on data from medical records of ischemic stroke patients with antiplatelet therapy during August-November 2022 in Tingkat III Brawijaya Hospital, Surabaya, Indonesia. Result. During the survey period, 245 ischemic stroke patients were recorded, 146 patients (59,59%) were male, and 140 patients (57%) aged between 19-64 year-old. Hypertension was found in 158 patients (64.49%), 80 patients (32.65%) with diabetes mellitus, and 39 patients (15.92%) with heart disease. Acetosal and clopidogrel combination was used by 5 patients (1.6%). The majority of 240 patients (98,3%) used monotherapy, whereas 123 patients used acetosal (51,2%). A proportion of 96.3% were first stroke patients. Conclusion. Most ischemic stroke patients are male, aged 19-64 year-old with hypertension as the most common comorbidity. The majority used acetosal monotherapy. Recurrent strokes are rare.
EKSISTENSI DAN KETUNGGALAN TITIK TETAP BERSAMA DI RUANG METRIK CONE (KERUCUT) UNTUK PASANGAN FUNGSI EKSPANSIF
Authors: Indah Saniatur Rohma  , Umam Ahmad Khairul
Published: August 2023

The metric space is one of the most important designs in the field of functional analysis. In 2007 Huang and Zhang introduced the concept of a metric space into a cone metric space. They have proved several fixed point theorems for contraction functions using cone normality. The aim of this study is to examine the singularity of the common fixed points in the cone metric space for pairs of expansive functions. This research was conducted using the literature study method, namely by analyzing and outlining the designs already available in the literature. Furthermore, from this study it can be proven that the onto (surjective) function that satisfies the contractive condition in the cone metric space has a single fixed point together.
PENENTUAN BREAK EVEN POINT MELALUI REGRESI DAN NEWTON RAPHSON
Authors: Resmi Fitroh , Alfan Aris , Dewi Nihaya Alivia Coraima
Published: August 2023

Determining Break Even Point (BEP) in a production is an important thing to do. BEP analysis is used as a basis for profit planning. By knowing the Break Even Point (BEP), management can determine the amount of production or sales that must be made according to the profit target to be achieved. The research method used is literature review (literature study). Data collection techniques using secondary data taken from the Kaggle site. Data analysis uses descriptive statistics with the help of the python program. In certain cases, the production costs or selling cost is not a linear function. So it is necessary to form a mathematical equation through regression. The model is evaluated using MAE, MSE and R2. Determination of BEP is done by forming the equation of production costs and selling costs which are then solved by the Newton Raphson method. The results of this study are the regression method and Newton raphson can be used as an alternative in determining the BEP for cases that are not linear.
DYSTOPIAN SOCIETY IN PETRICK NESS’ THE KNIFE OF NEVER LETTING GO
Authors: Rantih Wiva Dwi , Sari Dian Eka
Published: August 2023

Abstract

The dystopian society is a reflection of a bad social environment that happened in reality. In this study, the researcher has found three problems of study, the government control, the loss of Todd’s individual identity, and how discourse works in the novel The Knife of Never Letting Go. It uses the sociological theory by Michel Foucault and uses descriptive method to analyze the data. The concepts from Foucault such as panopticon that underlined the bounderies in society to human being’s freedom, it is going to be way to uncover the first and the second problem. By using the concept of discourse that influences choices and actions in society is used to uncover the third problem.
LANGUAGE STYLE USED IN OLYMPUS HAS FALLEN
Authors: Andriani Monika , Sari Dian Purnama
Published: August 2023

Abstract

Language style is used by humans to convey meaning in different depending on their situation of speaking. People even mix their language styles based on context. It makes every human unique since it creates different language style because of their personality and situation in communication. The researcherss found it interesting to analyze the language style used in literary work. Therefore, this research discussed about the types of language style used in movie script, especially Olympus Has Fallen. Qualitative method is applied to conduct this study. The researcherss collected the data by u s i n g non-participant observation and audio-visuals material. The researcherssgot the data by analyzing the script. After that, the researcherss marked theutterances used by the actors and actresses. The researcherss used theory of Keraf (2009)  to classify the types of language style. They are formal style, informal style and conversational style. After doing this research, the researcherss found all the types of language styles that mentioned by Keraf (2009). The researcherss found 102 data that were categorized into types of language style that used in movie script of Olympus Has Fallen. The results were classified into 12 data of formal style with 12 data, informal style with 25 data, and conversational with 65 data. The findings were dominated by conversational language style because the conversation is indeed used in daily context by using jargon, idioms, abbreviation, and slang. Overall, the researchers hope this research can add insight in the field of linguistics.
WOMEN INDEPENDENCE IN LOUISA MAY ALCOTT`S LITTLE WOMEN
Authors: Intan Intan , Tuaderu Yohanes
Published: August 2023

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the independence of women based on the novel Little Women by Louisa May Alcott. The novel tells a life story of four female teenagers in the March Family with Jo March – the main character – who struggles to become an independent woman. The writers are interested in the characterization of Jo who dominates her three other sisters in take the initiative to do things and in deciding the best solution whenever they face problems in the situation of the absence of their father who is still in military duty. By applying feminist existentialism theory postulated by Simone de Beauvoir, the writers analyze the forms of women independence that trigger Jo to be independent from the perspective of objectivity and transcendence. This research is qualitative research from which the data are taken from the novel and other online supporting sources. All the data are interpreted byutilizing descriptive method that views a situation or phenomenon in the novel as something important to be described based on the research problems. In the end of the research, the writers found that the triggers that encourage Jo March to become independent are the limitation of freedom in women life and social rules that demand women to get married with rich men or any men of the established class to improve a family’s social class and livingstandard as well. Besides that, this research also found that the ways that direct women to be independent is obeying mother’s advice and guidance. Mother is a woman who always dreams the best future for her children. Jo’s mother does this role very well.
Reviewer Acknowledgements for Global Journal of Health Science, Vol. 15, No. 6
Authors: Grey Erica
Published: August 2023

Reviewer Acknowledgements for Global Journal of Health Science, Vol. 15, No. 6, 2023.
Association between Cardiovascular Diseases and Knee Osteoarthritis
Authors: Alqahtani Abdulfattah S. , Vennu Vishal , Bindawas Saad M
Published: August 2023

CONTEXT: Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) such as ischemic heart diseases, heart failure, and stroke are the leading causes of morbidity and mortality (almost 30% of deaths) worldwide. Sociodemographic and clinical factors, such as obesity, diabetes, depressive symptoms, and physical inactivity, as factors behind the risk of CVDs.

AIMS: This study aims to identify the factors behind the risk of CVDs in people with or at high risk for Knee Osteoarthritis (OA).

SETTINGS & DESIGN: The baseline data (2004–2006) of a total of 4674 persons with or at high risk for knee OA aged 45–79 years from the Osteoarthritis Initiative (OAI).

METHODS & MATERIAL: This study adopted a cross-sectional study. Baseline data (2004–2006) from the Osteoarthritis Initiative were analyzed to determine the sociodemographic and clinical factors behind CVDs in 4674 persons.

STATISTICAL ANALYSIS USED: The Kolmogorov-Smirnov test was used to assess the data normality for continuous parameters.

RESULTS: The results indicate 178 (62%) participants with age ≥65 years also had CVDs (p <.0001). Male gender had OR = 2.97 for heart attack and OR = 2.53 for heart failure making the implied probability of 33.7% and 39.5% respectively (p < 0.05). The OR and implied probability of diabetes and obesity for heart failure were 1.81 (55.2%) and 2.20 (45.5%) respectively (p<0.05).

CONCLUSIONS: These findings provide a rationale for further investigation of those factors behind the risk of CVDs in cross-sectional studies among this population.
Productivity of inbred rice applied with biochar under different planting distances
Authors: Cacal Darwin M , Santos Angelo R , Hipolito Marilene C , Morales Sheila Rose F
Published: August 2023

This study explores the influence of varying biochar rates and planting distances on the growth and yield of inbred rice. The randomized complete block design (RCBD) implemented a two-factorial design with four biochar rates (none, 25 MT/ha, 20 MT/ha, 15 MT/ha) and three planting distances (20 cm x 20 cm, 20 cm x 25 cm, 20 cm x 30 cm). The 20 MT/ha biochar application (A3) manifested the highest mean outcomes for plant height, productive tillers, panicle length, weight of 1,000 grains, filled grains percentage, and estimated yield. However, the highest mean biomass yield was observed with 25 MT/ha biochar (A2). The 20 cm x 20 cm planting distance (B1) displayed the highest mean panicle length, while B2 (20 cm x 25 cm) produced the highest filled grains percentage and lowest unfilled grains percentage. B3 (20 cm x 30 cm) showed the highest mean values for plant height, productive tillers, biomass yield, estimated yield, and weight of 1,000 grains. The highest yield and return on investment (ROI) were seen in Treatment 6 (25 MT/ha of biochar at a 20 cm x 30 cm planting distance), revealing that increased biochar application results in higher yield at a 20 cm x 30 cm planting distance. The findings suggest that biochar application can augment the growth and yield of inbred rice across diverse planting distances.
The effects of boardroom gender diversity and audit quality on financial earnings smoothing in GCC countries: Do government board members moderate the relationship?
Authors: Alsmady Ahnaf Ali
Published: August 2023

This study explores the effects of boardroom gender and audit quality on financial earnings smoothing (FES) in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. Additionally, the moderating effects of government representatives as board members on FES are investigated. The study covers six GCC countries: Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Qatar. The sample comprises 188 firms from 2013 to 2019. Multiple regression models are used to evaluate the study’s hypotheses. The findings show that the big international and local firms that have both female and male board members, as well as government representatives, on their boards demonstrate effective governance mechanisms. Although they had a negative impact on higher FES, they had a positive impact on lower FES. As for the moderating role, the findings reveal that the role of government members on the board is complementary to the audit quality, particularly in the big four international and local firms. This research may aid businesses in implementing the best governance practices to avoid FES and improve the quality of accounting data, in line with the objectives of the government. However, good practices in moderating earnings smoothing were mainly seen amongst the males.
Systematic Review of the Association between Cancer-Related Dementia and Mality: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Authors: Varshney Chirag , Mittal Priyal , Bishra Mayank , Arora Dr Yojna
Published: August 2023

Dementia caused by cancer is a significant health issue that affects cancer survivors, particularly those survivors who have undergone radiation therapy and chemotherapy. This condition can lead to cognitive impairment and a decline in quality of life. Furthermore, the influence of cancer-related dementia on mortality rates is not well understood. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to investigate the association between cancer-related dementia and mortality. Our findings suggest that cancer-related dementia is associated with increased mortality among cancer survivors. This highlights the need for improved screening and management of cognitive impairment among cancer patients, particularly those at higher risk of developing dementia.
Richtlijn 2000/78/EG: werkingssfeer en verhouding tot vrijheid van ondernemerschap
Authors: Asscher-Vonk Irene
Published: August 2023

HvJ EU 12 januari 2023, in de zaak C-356/21, J. K. tegen TP S.A., ECLI:EU:C:2023:9

In deze prejudiciële beslissing werd de personele en materiele werkingssfeer van richtlijn 2000/78/EG nader geduid:

Een zelfstandige, waarvan de activiteit een reële en daadwerkelijke beroepsactiviteit vormt die persoonlijk en op regelmatige wijze ten gunste van dezelfde afnemer wordt uitgeoefend en op basis waarvan hij, geheel of gedeeltelijk, toegang heeft tot bestaansmiddelen, valt binnen de werkingssfeer van richtlijn 2000/78/EG.

Wanneer het sluiten van een overeenkomst noodzakelijk is voor het uitoefenen van beroepsactiviteiten valt het sluiten van een overeenkomst onder het begrip voorwaarden voor toegang’ tot arbeid als zelfstandige in de zin van artikel 3, lid 1, onder a), van Richtlijn 2000/78 .

Het Hof van Justitie EU overwoog voorts (nogmaals) dat de in art. 16 Handvest van de grondrechten van de Europese Unie geborgde vrijheid van ondernemerschap geen absolute gelding heeft. Een uitzondering op het discriminatieverbod ter bescherming van de vrijheid van ondernemerschap moet geregeld zijn bij wet en voor de betreffende bescherming noodzakelijk zijn, en getoetst worden aan het evenredigheidsbeginsel en daadwerkelijk beantwoorden aan door de Unie erkende doelstellingen van algemeen belang of aan de eisen van de bescherming van de rechten en vrijheden van anderen.
Cultural Discrepancies Encountered by Interpreters in International Conferences
Authors: Ibrahim Muntadher Mohanad , Habeeb Rawi T.
Published: August 2023

The present research focuses on the cultural challenges encountered by translators during interpretative translation at international conferences from English to Arabic. The main issue addressed in this study is the cultural differences faced by translators during the interpretative translation process between the English and Arabic languages in international conferences.   The aim of this study include identifying the cultural differences experienced by translators in interpretative translation at international conferences, exploring strategies that can be utilized for interpretative translation, specifically in the context of international conferences, and proposing potential solutions to help translators bridge the cultural gap during the translation process in international conferences.   The current study hypothesized that interpreters may encounter difficulties in capturing cultural differences during the translation of international conferences from English to Arabic. It is also posited that misunderstanding the cultural aspects of both languages can result in inappropriate translations.  To accomplish this study, a theoretical background is presented, providing an overview of the topic. Additionally, the data analysis is discussed and examined based on the adopted model. The findings of this study reveal that some participants were unable to fully grasp the context and cultural differences in the source text. Consequently, they mistranslated cultural content from English to Arabic due to insufficient knowledge of the cultures involved and time constraints during the interpretation process from English to Arabic.
Studying the Physical and Chemical Properties of the Industrial Wastewater of the North Refineries Company-Beiji
Authors: Mohammed Wissam Jassim , Salih Mwafaq Inhab
Published: August 2023

Water is regarded as one of the most important natural resources on the surface of the globe, and its wrong use can turn it into a source of environmental pollution. So, it must be given attention. Thus, attention must be given to it. One of the most important ways to preserve the water environment and protect it from pollution is to treat polluted water in all its forms. Industrial wastewater is considered as one of the types of polluted water resulting from various human activities. Due to the significance of the water environment in the human health aspect, and the special attention given by the ministries and departments concerned in this regard, therefore, the current study was conducted on some physical and chemical properties of industrial wastewater of the North Refineries Company for a year and a seasonal system (January 1 to November 1, 2022). The results showed that the water temperatures ranged between (9.7-33.4 ºC). As for the turbidity, it ranged between (14.4-40.5 NTU), while the electrical conductivity ranged between (287.1 - 1644.6 μS/cm). It was found that most of the water in the studied stations was high in terms of suspended solids, which ranged between (1063 - 2588 mg/L) while the pH values ranged between (6.7 - 8.54). It was also observed that the dissolved oxygen values increased in most of the study stations, ranging between (1.31 - 23.4 mg/L). As for the values of the biological requirement for oxygen, it ranged between (9.3 – 9.4 mg/L). Depending on the values of the vital requirement for oxygen, the value was between (0.46 - 9.32 mg/L). Moreover, it was found that the total hardness was high in most of the study stations, with values ranging between (28.46 - 754.12 mg/L). The chloride ions in most of the studied stations were not within the permissible limits with values ranging between (63.77 - 1140.5 mg/L), while the phosphate values were between (0.23 - 1.62 mg/L). The organic carbon concentration TOC was recorded with values that ranged between (1.14 -62.7 mg/L), while the values of oil residues ranged between (0.84 -14.35 mg/L) during the study period.
JADE: a board game to teach software ergonomics
Authors: Jean-Daubias Stéphanie
Published: August 2023

JADE is an educational game we have imagined, designed, built, and used successfully in various contexts. This board game enables learning and practicing software ergonomics concepts. It is intended for beginners. We use it every year during several hours with our second-year computer science students at Lyon 1 University. In this paper, we present the classical version of the game, as well as the design and evaluation process that we applied. We also present the hybrid version of JADE, which relies on the use of QR codes and videos. We also present its use in our teaching (with about 850 learners for a total duration of 54 hours, which totals more than 2500 student-hours). We then discuss the results obtained and present the considered evolutions.
Participatory Design and Critical Media Studies: a Convivial Conversation
Authors: Cibin Roberto , Bonini Tiziano , Teli Maurizio
Published: August 2023

In the age of platform society, Critical Media Studies are faced with the challenge of developing not only theoretical proposals capable of critically addressing the power exerted on society by GAFAM-owned digital platforms, but also of envisioning a praxis capable of changing the political economy of this corporate-driven digital media ecosystem. To do this, we believe that Participatory Design and Critical Media Studies should dialogue when it comes to theoretical frameworks and intervention practices. In this paper we propose to start this dialogue building upon the work of Ivan Illich, especially his book Tools for Conviviality. We find that in order to imagine a possible digital media design process able to avoid the creation of radical monopolies, it is necessary to adopt a Convivial Participatory Design approach where issues related to scale, people needs and power inequalities are considered by designers in collaboration with the users.
SOBRAC - 30 ANOS: História e Perspectivas para a Acústica e suas áreas afins no Brasil
Authors: Paixão Dinara Xavier da
Published: August 2023

A Sociedade Brasileira de Acústica, no ano em que completa trinta anos de existência, consolida sua representatividade e estabelece caminhos para o desenvolvimento da Acústica e suas áreas afins. O presente artigo mostra que, a partir de um planejamento de atividades de curto, médio e longo prazo, a entidade busca estruturar a atuação dos profissionais, empresas e instituições, consolidando a valorização do mercado, que se encontra em expansão. Alicerçados na experiência dessas três décadas de empenho e dedicação de alguns associados, construiu-se uma entidade pujante, mas que ainda precisa de um maior apoio para desenvolver plenamente os seus objetivos. Os trinta anos trouxeram um período de maturidade e, com ele, a esperança de muito sucesso nas realizações da SOBRAC, pois os associados conseguiram deixar para trás os problemas que, por longos anos, trouxeram desavenças e estagnaram a entidade. A reestruturação administrativa, com a criação dos Conselhos Deliberativo e Fiscal, bem como a valorização das Divisões Regionais foram pontos importantes para essa mudança de rumos. O reconhecimento do trabalho realizado e a conscientização da importância da atuação da entidade junto aos poderes públicos e instituições mobilizou os associados trazendo-lhes a vontade de contribuir, o que se constituiu num dos pontos principais para fundamentar as perspectivas para a Acústica e suas áreas afins no Brasil, pelos próximos anos. A implantação de um Comitê Técnico específico para normas na ABNT (a CEE 196 - Acústica) é um exemplo disso. Assim, observa-se que associados honorários, efetivos, estudantes e institucionais (empresas, universidades e centros de pesquisa) estão unidos para consolidar novas oportunidades para os profissionais e empresas, ao mesmo tempo em que asseguram benefícios para toda a população.
Medição de Potência Sonora de Ônibus Urbanos na Condição Parado
Authors: Chung Alexandra , Pinheiro Victor Henrique , Musafir Ricardo Eduardo
Published: August 2023

Neste artigo são calculados, segundo a norma ISO 3744:2010,os níveis de potência sonora, em dBA, de dois ônibus urbanos na condição parado, em aceleração. Foram testadas diferentes configurações de medição usando uma caixa de referência, na forma de paralelepípedo sobre um plano refletor, com o objetivo de verificar a possibilidade de simplificar medição da potência. Os valores obtidos para os níveis de potência sonora se mantém próximos para as diferentes configurações, sugerindo que as mais simples podem ser empregadas na medição de potência sonora desses veículos e de outros semelhantes.
Ethical Challenges, Opportunities Revealed by the Pandemic
Authors: Butcher Lola
Published: August 2023

In interviews with Physician Leadership Journal, ethicists shared some ethical challenges and opportunities highlighted by the pandemic and how physician leaders can address them.
Changing How We Think About Difficult Patients
Authors: Naidorf Joan
Published: August 2023

We have the power to change what we think about those alcoholics, drug addicts, and demanding parents. Instead of labeling them as challenging, we could choose to think that we are challenged by them. Many of us chose the medical profession because it is challenging. Difficult patients are one of the many expected challenges that will enter the office or emergency department of every medical practitioner. When that sick or injured person arrives, we don’t have to recycle our habitual negative judgments of them. We can choose positive thoughts that lead to positive feelings. Positive emotions like excitement or compassion lead to more productive actions that will meet the challenge and solve the problem.
Lessons Learned after Implementing an Academic Faculty Leadership Program Over Seven Years
Authors: Satiani Bhagwan , Dawson Kevin , Mehta Laxmi , Gerhardt Cynthia
Published: August 2023

Facing challenges in quality, patient safety, and cost, the healthcare industry is striving to transform and embrace the leadership practices of successful business organizations. Achieving this transformation requires physician leaders. However, equipping emerging leaders with the necessary skills to drive change and develop transformative policies calls for systemic, cohesive, sustained, and data-driven educational efforts. The authors share their experience with training physicians in their academic faculty leadership program over seven years. Participant feedback and observations by the educational team resulted in changes in their application process, session topics, format, facilitators, project teams, assessments, and post-program development or follow-up. The authors share lessons learned and possible solutions, which may assist similar programs in improving their physician leadership development programs.
As principais dificuldades dos aprendentes e suas perspectivas nas aulas de matemática na EJA: um estudo de caso em uma escola pública no município Belém/PA, Brasil
Authors: Rodrigues Carlos Daniel Vieira , Pantoja Queyze de Souza , De Oliveira João Tarcizio Paixão , Ferreira Roger Leomar da Silva , Santos Antonio Wellington da Silva , Mourão Silvio Serrão , Goncalves Brenda da Silva , Barreto Joceline Arlene Gouveia Rocha
Published: August 2023

Objetivou-se nesse artigo descrever as principais dificuldades dos aprendentes na EJA e quais suas perspectivas com o aprendizado em matemática em uma escola pública no município de Belém, Pará, Amazônia, Brasil. A metodologia desse estudo se deu através da aplicação de questionários quantitativos. Os aprendentes foram de uma turma de EJA de 3ª etapa (6º e 7º ano), com espaço amostral de 8 alunos. Todos assinaram um termo de livre esclarecimento e consentimento e participaram por livre e espontânea vontade. As informações foram coletadas através de um formulário impresso com 5 questões elaboradas pelos autores. Os aprendentes poderiam marcar mais de uma alternativa em cada pergunta se assim desejassem.  Verificou-se através da análise dos dados que a maioria dos aprendentes apresentam dificuldades na propriedade básica da multiplicação. A maior dificuldade em sala de aula é de entender a explicação do facilitador da aprendizagem, pois muitos desses alunos conseguem rever o assunto com frequência em casa e desses conteúdos a maioria considera útil aplicar no dia-a-dia. Mais da metade afirma que querem concluir os estudos, pois esperam cursar o ensino superior para melhores perspectivas no mercado de trabalho. Em suas considerações finais, apesar dos aprendentes estarem em idades não compatíveis com o ensino regular e da entrada tardia na escola, eles continuam afirmar com a firmeza que o estudo pode mudar a vida para melhor. Procuramos levantar uma breve discussão sobre esse assunto, já que existem poucos artigos científicos relacionados à EJA com relação a matemática e principalmente na cidade de Belém/Pa.
Competências para a formação de professores em alfabetização midiática e informacional: uma análise do currículo da UNESCO
Authors: Duarte Ana Júlia Buss , Ventura Lidnei
Published: August 2023

O presente artigo tem como tema as competências necessárias para a formação de professores em Alfabetização Midiática e Informacional (AMI), a partir de uma análise do currículo proposto pela Unesco. O objetivo geral é compreender quais são as competências necessárias para a formação de professores em AMI, considerando os documentos produzidos pela Unesco. Procura-se ainda identificar as competências necessárias para a formação de professores em alfabetização midiática e informacional, a partir do currículo, descrever o contexto histórico e conceitual de surgimento da AMI e sua relação com a formação de professores e realizar um levantamento bibliométrico e bibliográfico das produções sobre o tema nas plataformas SciELO e Capes. Trata-se de um estudo bibliográfico e de caráter exploratório. Resultados preliminares do estudo apontam que há pouca bibliografia disponível sobre o tema e, mesmo em fontes brasileiras, se sobressaem artigos internacionais. Essa situação demonstra a importância da presente pesquisa, pois a falta de pesquisas e discussões sobre o tema na formação de professores, resulta em uma lacuna de conhecimentos e formação de competências, insegurança na abordagem das questões referentes à AMI, além das dificuldades para lidar com a profusão de desinformação, fake news e cyberbullying, colaborando para aumento da vulnerabilidade dos alunos na sociedade da informação.
New E-government Strategies in Peruvian Universities
Authors: Mego María Lila Saucedo , Farroñan Rosa Lastenia Sánchez , Vásquez Elvis Elder Becerra , Rodriguez Victor Hugo Puican
Published: August 2023

Purpose: The purpose of the research was to analyze the management of e-government within universities over time, with a focus on its role in institutional modernization, transformation, and innovation

 

Theoretical framework:  The research employed a theoretical and documentary methodology to examine e-government initiatives as central components of institutional change within universities. 

 

Design/methodology/approach:  The study followed a descriptive research approach, following the guidelines described in the PRISMA statement. A total of 40 documents were collected and comprehensively reviewed and analyzed using a traditional repeated word search method. R-Studio statistical software was used in conjunction with an online tool to identify the main ideas addressed in each paper.

 

Findings:  The findings indicate that the implementation of e-government projects in universities involves challenges beyond technological transition. It was concluded that for institutional change and innovation to occur at the university level, all members of the university community must adopt a culture of quality, efficiency, effectiveness, user orientation, transparency, and accountability.

 

Research, Practical & Social implications:  The research highlights the need for universities to address not only technological aspects, but also cultural and organizational factors when implementing e-government projects. By fostering a culture of quality and accountability, universities can facilitate institutional change and innovation, leading to better governance practices.

 

Originality/value: This research contributes to the understanding of e-government management in universities by employing a theoretical and documentary methodology. The study emphasizes the importance of considering e-government initiatives as central components of institutional modernization and transformation and provides insights into the challenges and implications associated with such projects.
Towards Sustainable Solutions: Examining the Online Food Delivery Services Market in Chandigarh from a Customer Perspective
Authors: Sharma Sukarn
Published: August 2023

Purpose: This study aimed at understanding the experiences of customers who have used online food delivery apps in Chandigarh, India.

 

Theoretical framework: Despite the existence of food delivery services in various cities worldwide for a considerable period, the growing competition of these services has led to heightened customer expectations. Therefore, it is crucial to comprehend the disparity between customer expectations and their actual experiences so that the food delivery market can grow sustainably.

 

Design/methodology/approach: To achieve this, the researcher used a closed-ended structured questionnaire with 26 attributes to collect primary data from respondents who had used the service at least five times. The study employed a descriptive cross-sectional survey design, and utilized non-probability purposive sampling. The sample size for the study was 390 respondents. To analyze the data, the researchers used Importance Performance Analysis (IPA), which involves measuring the mean ratings of the respondents on the 26 attributes.

 

Findings: The study found that the ability to use the service anywhere anytime, order delivery time, and reasonable delivery and tax prices are among the attributes that the OFDS should prioritize to enhance the customer experience and satisfaction with online food delivery services.

 

Research, Practical & Social implications: By focusing on these attributes, online food delivery services can improve their service quality and meet the needs and expectations of their customers.

 

Originality/value:  Overall, this study provides valuable insights into the experiences of customers who have used online food delivery apps in Chandigarh. The findings can be useful for stakeholders in the food delivery industry to improve their services and meet the needs of their customers.