bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Model akuisisi kredit semester dalam implementasi kurikulum MBKM Program Studi Pendidikan IPS UNESA
Authors: Imron Ali , Prasetya Sukma Perdana , Suprijono Agus , Segara Nuansa Bayu , Khotimah Kusnul , Setyawan Katon Galih
Published: November 2023

Model Akuisisi Kredit Semester merupakan model kerjasama Program Studi S-1 Pendidikan IPS Unesa dalam mengembangkan Kurikulum Merdeka Belajar Kampus Merdeka (MBKM) melalui kerja sama dengan prodi lain yang memiliki keterkaitan sesuai profil lulusan dan capaian pembelajaran lulusan sebagai guru IPS. Adapun profil tambahan lulusan adalah Pemandu Wisata Sejarah dan Budaya. Kompetensi ini sangat sesuai dengan paket mata kuliah yang ada di Program Studi S-1 Pendidikan Sejarah Unesa. Setelah melakukan analisis situasi terkait dengan kerja sama pada kurikulum MBKM antar dua program studi, dapat teridentifikasi tiga hal. Pertama, tidak ada pertukaran seimbang antara program studi yang bekerjasama. Kedua, terdapat kesetaraan jumlah SKS paket yang ditawarkan Program Studi Pendidikan Sejarah dan Program Studi Pendidikan IPS yakni 18 SKS. Ketiga, adanya persamaan waktu kegiatan yaitu pada semester ke-5. Berdasarkan pertimbangan tersebut, maka disusun Model Akuisisi Kredit Semester dalam kerja sama antar prodi dalam satu perguruan tinggi pada implementasi kurikulum MBKM. Target yang dihasilkan program ini antara lain, 1) Laporan hasil penyusunan Kurikulum MBKM Program Studi S-1 Pendidikan IPS beserta prosedur konversi dan pengakuan kredit; 2) Dokumen kurikulum MBKM Program Studi S-1 Pendidikan IPS; 3) Panduan implementasi kurikulum dengan Model “Akuisisi Kredit Semester”; dan  4) Nota kerjasama dengan Model Akuisisi Kredit Semester. Tahapan program ini terbagi menjadi 6 (enam) tahap yaitu: 1) Tahap pengembangan kurikulum; 2) Tahap sanctioning; 3) Uji Publik; 4) Pengajuan MoA; 5) Implementasi kerjasama kurikulum MBKM dan monev pembelajaran; dan 6) Penyusunan laporan kegiatan.
Awareness and knowledge of endo-perio lesions among fifth year students and interns at King Saud Dental College: a questionnaire-based study
Authors: Almadi Khalid Hamad , Bin Akresh Abdulrahman Ibrahim , Fahad Abushaqqaf Hisham , Assiry Yazeed Ahmed , Almefyaz Musaad Ibrahim , Alghamdi Ayoub Abdullah , Alnutaifi Abdulrahman Abdullah
Published: November 2023

Background: This study aims to assess the diagnostic knowledge and understanding of endo-perio lesions among senior dental students and interns enrolled at King Saud College of Dentistry.
Methods: A cross-sectional questionnaire-based study was conducted using Google Forms. The questionnaire included two radiographic case images and assessed participants' experience with endo-perio lesions, confidence in diagnosis, and familiarity with treatment approaches. The study included 200 participants, consisting of 140 interns and 60 5th-year students.
Results: The majority of participants (61%) reported encountering endo-perio lesions in their clinics. Among the participants, 50% expressed confidence in diagnosing these lesions. Intern students demonstrated higher knowledge and awareness of endo-perio lesions compared to 5th-year students. Statistically significant differences were observed in the awareness of endo-perio lesions and confidence in diagnosis between the two groups. However, both groups showed room for improvement in their diagnostic and treatment capabilities.
Conclusions: The findings indicate a need for enhanced education and training in this area, particularly for 5th-year students. Incorporating comprehensive theoretical education, clinical case management, and continuing education courses may help improve students' diagnostic skills and treatment outcomes for endo-perio lesions.
A descriptive study to assess the knowledge and practices related to cough and sneeze etiquette among health care providers, respiratory patients and their attendants in a tertiary care centre
Authors: Kumar Arjun , Janmeja Ashok Kumar , Manchanda Rohit , Singh Balbir , Lakra Ankit , Gupta Rahul
Published: November 2023

Background: The emergence of respiratory infections including Tuberculosis, COVID-19, influenza A and B viruses have a significant impact on health worldwide. Cough and sneezing etiquette including respiratory hygiene have been recommended as most cost-effective preventative tool to reduce such transmission.
Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted among health care providers, respiratory patients and their attendants admitted in the Respiratory Medicine department at a tertiary care hospital for 6 months duration i.e., from December 2022 to May 2023, aiming to assess the knowledge and practices related to cough and sneeze etiquette. A total of 200 study subjects were interviewed with the help of a semi-structured questionnaire. The study findings were recorded and analyzed using SPSS version 20.
Results: Out of 200 subjects, most 95 (47.5%) of subjects belonged to the age group between 40 to 60 and 109 (54.5%) were females and 91 (45.5%) were male. Majority of the participants were medical students; 62 (31%) followed by paramedical staff; 49 (24.5%), laborers and doctors; 26 (13%). Only 88 (44%) participants had heard about cough etiquette. Most common source of information regarding the proper cough and sneeze etiquette among the participants was television or internet;112 (61%). The patients and their attendants were having poor knowledge regarding the proper cough and sneeze etiquette.
Conclusions: The knowledge and practice of cough and sneezing etiquette was not satisfactory especially among the general population. There is the utmost need for awareness regarding the knowledge and correct practice of cough etiquette.
Prevalence and determinants of anemia among school going children in the state of Tamil Nadu, India: applications of two-level logistic regression model
Authors: Mathew Anil C. , P. R. Sharon Mathew , Nair Krishna , K. Kamakshi Priya , S. Ramesh
Published: November 2023

Background: Anemia still remains as one of the major public health problems in India despite implementing preventive measures. The objective was to find the prevalence and determinants of anemia among school going children in Tamil Nadu.
Methods: We used the data from the fourth round of district level household survey (DLHS-4) for Tamil Nadu pertaining to the year 2012-13. Our analysis included 23997 children. Descriptive statistics, Random intercept and empty models of two-level logistic regression analysis were used.
Results: The overall prevalence of anemia was found to be 41.4% (95% CI: 40.77%-42.02%). We observed a district level variation on anemia (District level variance=0.1, p<0.001) and the intra class correlation coefficient was 0.0295. The prevalence of anemia was more in coastal districts as compared to non-coastal districts (43.85% vs. 40.18%, p<0.001). Variables that are found to have significant association with anemia on multilevel analysis were younger age (Adjusted odds ratio (AOR)=1.343, 95% CI: 1.270-1.420), female children (AOR=1.462, 95% CI: 1.387-1.541), more than eight family members in the household (AOR=1.120, 95% CI: 1.008-1.245), rural residence (AOR=1.103, 95% CI: 1.038-1.172) and lower standard of living (AOR=1.203, 95% CI: 1.084-1.334). 
Conclusions: Half of school going children were anemic in the state. Geospatial distribution of anemia varied significantly. Governments and regional health centres should take adequate measures to avert the consequences of anemia in school going children considering these factors.
Effect of supplementation of purslane/Portulaca oleracea in hyperglycemic subjects
Authors: Tarkergari S. , Waghray K. , Gulla S.
Published: November 2023

Background: Portulaca oleracea (Purslane) is an annual succulent medicinal plant grown all over the world containing diverse phytoconstituents. Several studies have reported its pharmacological effects like antihypertensive, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, hypoglycemic, hypocholesterolemic, hypotriglyceridemic, neuro, hepato and nephro protective effects.
Methods: Dried Portulaca oleracea leaves were incorporated into common food adjunct popularly known as karampodi/spice powder in south India. This spice powder was used for supplementation studies for 90 days (3months) among hyper glycemic subjects after obtaining a written informed consent. Biochemical parameters such as fasting, post lunch blood glucose levels, glycosylated hemoglobin, lipid profile, i.e., total cholesterol, low density lipoprotein cholesterol, triglycerides, high density lipoprotein cholesterol, very low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, kidney function test, liver function test were assessed. Baseline information, their medical history and 24-hour dietary recall was elicited from the subjects through a pretested schedule.
Results: The results revealed that fasting, post lunch blood glucose levels, glycosylated hemoglobin, the total cholesterol levels and its fractions along with triglycerides were significantly decreased and HDL-C increased significantly in the test groups from pre-supplementation to during-supplementation and was stable at post-supplementation period.
Conclusions: The results indicated that the spice powder which was rich in several polysaccharides, polyunsaturated fatty acids and phytochemicals/phytonutrients when supplemented to hyperglycemic subjects had a strong hypoglycemic, hypocholesterolemic and hypotriglyceridemic effect.
Practice of junk food consumption among college students: an observational study in Northern Karnataka
Authors: T. Kavimalar , Gudadinni Muttappa R.
Published: November 2023

Background: Globalisation and urbanisation have significantly changed peoples eating patterns and forced many individuals to eat foods which have high calorie and low nutritional value foods called junk foods. Excessive consumption of fast food is often associated with increased risk of non-communicable diseases, presenting a public health challenge. India’s fast-food industry is expanding at the rate of 40% every year. India ranks 10th in the Fast-food per capita spending figures with 2.1% of expenditure in annual total spending. The aim of the study was to assess the knowledge and practice of junk food among college students.
Methods: A cross sectional study was conducted among college students in Vijayapura city, during June to July 2022. The data was collected using semi-structured questionnaire, convenience sampling of 683 students were the participants of the study.
Results: Out of 683 participants, 25.9% doesn’t care about the harmful effects of consuming junk. Around 61.8% of respondents are influenced by the taste and flavour of the junk. And 64.9 % of the respondents were aware enough to check mostly, whereas 29.3 percent were never had the habit of checking the nutrient fact label.
Conclusions: As majority of the students consume junk, the adequate knowledge about the junk among them were relatively low, along with public health awareness, nutritional counselling can also be given to the students. And they are influenced mostly by the taste and easy availability.
Assessment of the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic in Georgia - the specifics of his manage in 2019-2022
Authors: A. Gabaidze Gulnara , Khurtsia Lali , Gabaidze Mishiko , Abashidze Salome
Published: November 2023

This research paper aims to assess the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic in Georgia from 2019 to 2022 and evaluate the management methods used in different regions. The research methodology involved analyzing reports and statistics published by the Ministry of Health of Georgia and the Center for Disease Control. The study is based on data from 2019 to the present. Research methodology is a mixed method that combines both qualitative and quantitative methods-meta-analysis. The findings indicate that the spread of COVID-19 in Georgia was not uniform across different regions. Tbilisi had the highest cases, followed by West Georgia and East Georgia. The government of Georgia implemented a range of measures to manage the pandemic, including social distancing, the use of face masks, and restrictions on movement. A combination of factors, including public health measures and regional differences, influenced the spread of COVID-19 in Georgia. The research paper provides insights into managing the COVID-19 pandemic in Georgia and highlights the importance of evidence-based strategies for controlling the spread of infectious diseases.
Applying the socioecological framework as a methodological approach to combat chronic diseases challenges: a case-in-point illustration using a narrative review of factors for tuberculosis medication non-adherence in India
Authors: Ahuja Nirmal A. , Fredrick Norman Benjamin B.
Published: November 2023

The “slow-moving disaster” of chronic diseases has wide-ranging social implications. While prevention of chronic diseases has shifted from individual behavioral interventions to broad socio-ecological interventions, an organizing framework for complex chronic disease situations could prove to be valuable. In this article, we proposed the socio-ecological framework as one solution to identify gaps at multiple levels and guide further research, intervention efforts, and policy direction for individual chronic diseases. We illustrate this through a case-in-point example in the form of a narrative review of factors of nonadherence to therapy for tuberculosis in India. A literature search was conducted within PubMed, Scopus, Cinahl, Medline, and the Penn State Harrell Library Resources to identify peer-reviewed articles emanating from India describing factors associated with nonadherence to tuberculosis medications. The factors for non-adherence to tuberculosis medication were reported and described as individual (age, gender, religion, socioeconomic status, etc.), interpersonal (patients, family, & friends, stigma & discrimination, patient-provider relationship, etc.), organizational, community and policy levels of the socioecological model. Furthermore, gaps in the literature pertaining to these factors of nonadherence were also identified and categorized at each level of the socioecological model. The socio-ecological framework has the potential for broader and more comprehensive application to other chronic diseases and the problems associated. Integrating and conceptualizing these contributors organizes the complexities around chronic diseases that may, in turn, inform various policymakers, researchers, program implementation experts, and field personnel in formulating the desired strategy to combat the challenges.
O acesso as tecnologias de informação e comunicação no Brasil: os reflexos da exclusão e da desigualdade digital nos direitos da personalidade
Authors: Siqueira Dirceu Pereira , Caires Moreira Mayume
Published: November 2023

O artigo trata da incorporação das tecnologias de informação e comunicação (TICs), tendo como enfoque a pessoa em exclusão ou desigualdade digital e o desencadear nos direitos da personalidade. Analisa o contexto de acesso e utilização das TICs sob a perspectiva do livre desenvolvimento da personalidade e do direito da personalidade à integridade psíquica. Norteia a pesquisa a seguinte questão problema: quais as repercussões à pessoa em razão da exclusão e desigualdade digital? Utiliza-se como método o hipotético dedutivo e aplica como técnica de pesquisas a documental e a bibliográfica realizada por meio da pesquisa de artigos e livros acerca da temática, coletados nas bases dados, em especial na EBSCOhost, assim como, mediante descrição e análise de dados estatísticos do Centro Regional de Estudos para o Desenvolvimento da Sociedade da Informação (Cetic.br). Como conclusões, constata-se que a distribuição das tecnologias de informação e comunicação no Brasil se dá de forma desigual e segue os mesmos padrões da desigualdade/exclusão social, econômica, política e cultural. Também, que esse contexto gera prejuízos ao livre desenvolvimento da personalidade, resultando na ofensa à integridade psíquica.
As Imagens Pedagógicas do Ensino a Distância: uma Breve Análise sobre as Reflexões das Memórias dos(as) Educadores(as) a partir da Educomunicação
Authors: Silva William Machado da , Machado Michel Mansur
Published: November 2023

O presente artigo centra-se em analisar a percepção do imaginário na perspectiva dos(as) autores(as) Durand (2011), Pitta (2005) e Silva (2003), que irão abordar as questões que guiam as imagens pedagógicas deste trabalho. Aborda-se, também, a educomunicação ancorada nas ideias de Soares (2011), que contribui para problematizar a caracterização do ensino a distância por meio das memórias utilizadas no contexto da formação docente dos(as) educadores(as) no mundo virtual. Logo, metodologicamente, realizou-se uma pesquisa bibliográfica e exploratória, que ampara danos métodos utilizados por Gil (2002). Assim, o artigo pretende apresentar, pelo viés do imaginário e educomunicacional, o diálogo dos(as) professores(as) que lidam com as práticas do ensino a distância, para desmistificar o uso das tecnologias, abordando-as como facilitadoras nos processos de ensino e de aprendizagem.
 
Palavras-chave: Educação. Docência. Tecnologias. Imaginário. Memórias.
The Hettangian-Bajocian flora of the Shemshak group, Kerman, Iran
Authors: Ameri Hamed , Shaghayeghi Parisa
Published: November 2023

Numerous examples of macro plant fossils can be found in the Kerman region’s Early and Middle Jurassic successions. The Ab-e-Haji, Badamu, and Hojedk formations were among these patterns. One of the suitable regions for paleobotanical study is the Chatroud section. In this region, the Lower-Middle Jurassic is approximately 210 meters thick. 18 species of macro plant fossils from 14 genera, including Nilssonia polymorpha, Pterophyllum nathorsti, Podozamites distans, Elatocladus zamioides, Elatides thomasii, Nilssonia feriziensis, Nilssonia herriesi, and Beania sp., which are identified and described in this study, along with Pterophyllum schenki, Anomozamites marginatus, and Klukia exilis. In this region, there are two plant assemblage zones known as Anomozamites marginatus-Pterophyllum schenki Zone and Klukia exilis Zone. The Hettangian-Bajocian age is preserved at the Chatroud section.
„Sztuka i kreatywność” w pracy z osobami ze specjalnym potrzebami edukacyjnymi – analiza założeń i wyników projektu
Authors: Linca Ćwikła Agnieszka
Published: November 2023

W artykule podjęto się poszukiwania odpowiedzi na pytanie: w jakim zakresie założenia i wyniki projektu „Sztuka i Kreatywność” sprzyjają przeciwdziałaniu wykluczeniu społecznemu osób ze specjalnymi potrzebami edukacyjnymi? Autor badań zastosował podejście charakterystyczne do badań w działaniu. Zastosowano podejście doceniające (ang. appreciative inquiry AI), które pozwala na budowanie zmian opartych na najlepszych praktykach i odkrywaniu pozytywnych stron danej społeczności. Do zbierania danych wykorzystano: wywiady, obserwacje, notatki terenowe, przeglądy literatury, strony internetowe, Facebook, przekazy ustne oraz dokumenty. Zastosowano metodę analizy zgromadzonych danych.
„Sztuka i Kreatywność” to projekt, którego uczestnicy szukają inspiracji do kreatywnych sposobów przeciwdziałania wykluczeniu społecznemu osób ze specjalnymi potrzebami edukacyjnymi. Osią wspólną podejmowanych działań i inicjatyw jest oparcie ich na edukacji artystycznej i kreatywnej. Projekt wpisuje się w aktualne i bardzo istotne idee i badania dotyczące wykorzystania sztuki i kreatywności w pracy z osobami ze specjalnymi potrzebami edukacyjnymi. Podejmowanie wspólnych działań przyczynia się do poszerzenia wiedzy i kompetencji uczestników projektu, a nade wszystko do poznania oczekiwań partnerów projektu w zakresie kształcenia studentów. Stworzenie sieci uczelni oraz zaangażowanie w projekt organizacji pozarządowych i instytucji kulturalnych oraz oświatowych jest istotne dla wzajemnej wymiany dobrych praktyk.
Rola wybranych czynników kontekstualnych w kształtowaniu poczucia jakości życia osób z urazem rdzenia kręgowego – przegląd badań
Authors: Duda Marlena
Published: November 2023

Uszkodzenie rdzenia kręgowego należy do jednych z najtrudniejszych doświadczeń w życiu człowieka, całkowicie zmieniających dotychczasowy bieg życia. Konsekwencje życia z niepełnosprawnością wynikającą z urazu kręgosłupa dotyczą nie tylko pacjentów, lecz także najbliższe otoczenie. Biopsychospołeczne ramy rehabilitacji podkreślają jednoczesne wzajemne oddziaływanie czynników kontekstualnych na funkcjonowanie osoby z nabytą niepełnosprawnością ruchową. Celem prezentowanego artykułu jest charakterystyka wybranych czynników kontekstualnych mających istotne znaczenie w kształtowaniu poczucia jakości życia osób z uszkodzeniem rdzenia kręgowego. Doniesienia z badań wskazują na duże zróżnicowanie i niejednoznaczne wyniki w zakresie czynników determinujących poczucie jakości życia osób z urazem rdzenia. Wynika to zarówno z problemów z operacjonalizacją samego zjawiska poczucia jakości życia, jak i zróżnicowaniem wewnętrznym analizowanej grupy.
Urban waste upcycling to a recyclable solid acid catalyst for converting levulinic acid platform molecules into high-value products
Authors: Campana Filippo , Valentini Federica , Marrocchi Assunta , Vaccaro Luigi
Published: November 2023

The conversion of levulinic acid (LA) into alkyl levulinates is highly significant due to the wide range of applications for these products, including their use as fuel additives, solvents, and fragrances. In order to meet the growing need for environmentally friendly chemical production, this study takes a circular economy approach by upcycling a common urban waste, i.e., pine needles, to synthesize a robust heterogeneous acid catalyst, subsequently used to efficiently upgrade LA into levulinates. By utilizing a single-step procedure under mild operating conditions, the resulting PiNe–SO3H catalyst demonstrated good performances and flexibility in synthesizing diverse bio-derived levulinates. In fact, the catalyst showed an exceptionally broad range of applicability, resulting in isolated yields ranging from ̴ 46% to ̴ 93%, which is an unprecedented achievement. The catalyst's ability to be reused was tested, revealing remarkable performance for up to 10 consecutive cycles with negligible loss in efficiency. Additionally, a significant focus was directed towards developing a method that minimizes waste during the isolation process. This involved optimizing reaction conditions and rationalizing work-up procedures, resulting in low Environmental factor (E-factor) values ranging from 1.2 to 8.9. To comprehensively assess the overall environmental sustainability of the process, various additional green metrics were calculated, and the Ecoscale tool was employed as well. Furthermore, mechanistic investigations elucidated the favored reaction pathway, underscoring that, under the optimized conditions, the prevailing mechanism entails direct esterification, as opposed to the generation of a pseudo-ester intermediate.
FEATURES OF THE CONDITION OF ORGANS AND TISSUE OF THE ORAL IN PERSONS WITH METABOLIC SYNDROME IN THE ASPECT OF ORTHOPEDIC DENTAL REHABILITATION USING DENTAL IMPLANTS (LITERATURE REVIEW)
Authors: Stafeev Andrey , Viktorova Inna , Lomiashvili Larisa , Hizhuk Aleksandr
Published: November 2023

At a dental appointment, a large number of patients with general somatic pathology require a purely individual approach to orthopedic rehabilitation. The influence of general somatic changes in metabolic syndrome on the osseointegration of dental implants and the subsequent functioning of orthopedic structures is not in doubt, and is determined by the influence of its components: obesity, arterial hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and dyslipidemia.

Objectives. To analyze possible changes in the condition of the organs and tissues of the mouth in people with metabolic syndrome and their impact on the functioning of orthopedic structures supported by dental implants.

Methodology. An analysis was carried out of the scientific literature for the period from 2000 to the present, devoted to the influence of somatic pathology, in particular metabolic syndrome, on the condition of the mouth and the functioning of orthopedic structures based on dental implants.

Results. Among dental changes in people with metabolic syndrome, in almost all cases there are changes in the organs and tissues of the mouth of varying degrees of severity. The pathogenesis of pathological processes is based on microcirculatory, metabolic, enzymatic and immunological disorders. It is obvious that in patients with metabolic disorders, the risk of development, severity and manifestation of pathological changes in the tissues of the jaws surrounding orthopedic structures supported by dental implants is much higher.

Conclusions. An analysis of the literature has fully shown that issues of dental rehabilitation, and especially the use of orthopedic structures based on dental implants as support in people with metabolic syndrome, do not have proper justification and in-depth study. The issues of carrying out important clinical stages in the manufacture of orthopedic structures for people with metabolic syndrome are practically not covered.
COMPLICATED CARIES IN PERMANENT IMFORMED TEETH IN CHILDREN: EFFECTIVENESS OF TREATMENT
Authors: Ozhgihina Natalia , Tereshkina Daria , Brusnitsyna Elena , Ioshenko Evgeniy
Published: November 2023

A literature review is presented on the problem of complicated tooth decay in permanent teeth with unformed roots in children, which is one of the main ones in pediatric dentistry.

Objectives — to evaluate the effectiveness of treatment methods for complicated caries in permanent immature teeth in children.

Methodology. A review of scientific papers in the medical resources PubMED, MEDLINE, eLibrary.ru, Complete, Scopus, Springer was conducted. The article presents two clinical cases using: the method of direct coating of pulp in the tooth 2.4 in a girl 8 years old; method of revascularization in the tooth 1.1 in a girl 7 years old.

Results. These clinical cases indicate that the method of direct coating of pulp is effective even with sufficient pronounced destruction of the permanent tooth and contributes to the full formation of the root, and the method of revascularization contributes to the development of the root even in cases where the sprout zone of the root is damaged in the forming tooth, adequate treatment was started after a long period of time.

Conclusions. Literary sources and clinical cases show the high survival rate of teeth with unformed roots with complicated caries and the further functioning of teeth for a long time. Most often, when treating teeth with unformed roots and necrotic pulp, a method aimed at apexification is used, but nevertheless, a promising replacement for the treatment of teeth with apical periodontitis is the revascularization method.
THE STUDY OF THE CLEANING EFFECT OF THE SPRAY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CARIES «DENTABALANCE®» SYNBIOTIC COMPLEX INCLUDING LYSATE FROM STREPTOCOCCUS THERMOPHILUS AND PREBIOTICS AS AN INTERMEDIATE MEANS OF ORAL HYGIENE
Authors: Ulitovskiy Sergey , Sadovski Vladimir , Kalinina Olga , Leontiev Alexander , Rusakova Elena , Bukov Denis
Published: November 2023

Background. The problem of controlling the formation and development of dental plaque as a risk factor for the development of dental diseases is leading in preventing a decrease in the level of oral hygiene. In this regard, it remains relevant to study the preventive effects of liquid oral hygiene products with an anti-carious effect. Spray for the prevention of caries «DentaBalance®» synbiotic complex including lysate from Streptococcus Thermophilus and prebiotics, plant extracts that prevent the adhesion of bacteria to the surface of the teeth. At the same time, the metabolism of microorganisms that form plaque is disrupted, leading to their death, and the amount of acids produced by bacteria is also reduced, which increases the level of dental health.

Material and methods. In the conditions of the clinic, a spray for the prevention of caries was tested in order to determine its cleansing effect as an intermediate oral hygiene product used during the day. The spray for the prevention of caries «DentaBalance®» synbiotic complex was used by probants independently 2 times a day for 30 days for intermediate use during the day. Repeated examinations were carried out every two weeks, for 4 weeks. The control of the cleansing effect of the intermediate liquid oral hygiene product was carried out for 30 days. The assessment was carried out according to the Green-Vermillion index using indicators of dental deposits.

Results. Based on the results of the study, the cleansing effect according to the Green - Vermillion index was established in persons who used the spray for the prevention of caries «DentaBalance®» synbiotic complex during the day, by the end of 4 weeks was 50.66 ± 0.51. The data obtained were confirmed by statistical processing of the results of the study.

Conclusion. It has been established that the spray for the prevention of caries «DentaBalance®» synbiotic complex has a pronounced cleansing effect when used during the day, which is confirmed by its cleansing effectiveness. Batch spraying of liquid hygiene products in the dosage form of the spray effectively delivers microparticles with their active components, and also ensures its mobility in use.
Teaching in a COVID-19 pandemic: perceptions and practices of university faculty in Spain
Authors: Sánchez-Tarazaga Lucía , Sanahuja Aida , Colomer Carla , Ferrández-Berrueco Reina
Published: November 2023

The full impact of the COVID-19 crisis on higher education remains unclear, with some topics still under-researched. This research explores the challenges faced by Spanish academics during emergency remote teaching and is a pioneering study in this context due to the number of participating universities and variety of profiles of university faculty. Three focus groups were conducted to gain a deeper understanding on two dimensions: academic (methodology, materials, assessment, workload and institutional response) and personal (socio-emotional dimension, work–life balance and learnings). The main findings revealed the extensive adaptation of university faculty to the new situation and collected a series of teaching strategies. The conclusions reflect on the role that universities should play in the coming years, not only in the Spanish context but also at an international level. Most importantly, our findings can be taken into consideration for further research and teacher education policy in higher education.

Received: 15 March 2022 Accepted: 24 July 2023
Do changes in the frequency of data affect the accuracy of estimation of the trend parameter in a jump diffusion process?
Authors: Mejía Vega Carlos Armando
Published: November 2023

Este artículo explora el efecto que tiene la frecuencia de los datos en la precisión (medida por la varianza) del estimador de máxima verosimilitud (MLE - maximum likelihood estimator) del parámetro de tendencia μ en un proceso de difusión con salto a la Press (1967). Para ello, consideramos primero el caso sin saltos (es decir, el movimiento Browniano geométrico o GBM – geometric Brownian motion) como el modelo referencia, con el que se evidencia que la frecuencia de los datos es irrelevante. Acto seguido, consideramos el caso con saltos, en donde enfatizamos que las cosas son diferentes. Específicamente, observamos que en este caso la varianza asintótica del MLE del parámetro de tendencia es más alto que cuando no había saltos. Sin embargo, también observamos que cuando la frecuencia ocurre lo suficientemente seguido (alta frecuencia), es posible obtener la misma precisión para el MLE de μ que cuando se tiene el GBM, dado que para frecuencias más altas es más fácil “identificar” discontinuidades (saltos) en el precio para este modelo. Las pruebas matemáticas se llevan a cabo bajo el supuesto de que el MLE de μ se estima dados los demás parámetros, pero las simulaciones numéricas (Monte Carlo) demuestran que este es el caso también cuando todos los parámetros se estiman en conjunto.
Benefits of implementing the 15-minute city concept in stimulating the potential of social urban resurgence
Authors: Michalska-Żyła Agnieszka
Published: November 2023

The issue presented in the article is a proposal to look at a specific vision of the sociospatial organization of the city, namely the concept of the 15-minute city. In this proposed approach, this concept can become a source of inspiration for urban development, as well as a stimulating factor for the social potential of the urban community, which form the basis for the resurgence of cities after the crisis. In the theoretical realm, the basis for the considerations presented in this text is a socio-spatial perspective, according to which the city is perceived as a socio-spatial structure that is reproduced through daily social practices, reflecting both institutionalized patterns and the material organization of space. This text contributes to the discussion about the potential benefits of applying the 15-minute city concept for the development and resurgence of cities in line with the idea of livable cities, ensuring a high quality of life for their residents.
Zagospodarowanie przestrzenne sołectwa Stary Gostków – próba oceny i wskazania obszarów problemowych
Authors: Olejnik Sebastian
Published: November 2023

Celem artykułu było wyznaczenie obszarów problemowych w zagospodarowaniu sołectwa Stary Gostków oraz wskazanie kierunków zmian. Praca przedstawia uwarunkowania zagospodarowania badanego sołectwa. Zawarto w niej informacje dotyczące położenia geograficznego, charakterystyki społeczno-gospodarczej, uwarunkowań historycznych oraz obowiązujących dokumentów planistycznych i strategicznych dla analizowanego obszaru. Cel artykułu osiągnięto dzięki przeprowadzonej w 10.07.2022 r. inwentaryzacji terenowej. Uzyskane podczas niej dane pozwoliły dokonać analizy struktury użytkowania ziemi oraz układu przestrzennego zabudowy. Zinwentaryzowano wszystkie budynki znajdujące się w sołectwie, wraz z dokonaniem podziału m.in. na ich funkcje. Przedstawiono również infrastrukturę techniczną oraz ocenę aktualnego zagospodarowania obszaru badań, wskazując na jego mocne i słabe strony. W granicach badanego terenu wyodrębniono dwa typy obszarów problemowych – A i B. W obszarze A wskazano na problemy związane z zabudową, w tym pokryciem dachowym (eternitem) i sposobem ogrzewania domów (węglem bądź drewnem). W obszarach B problemy dotyczą głównie infrastruktury technicznej, w tym braku lamp oświetleniowych i chodnika. Identyfikacja obszarów problemowych w sołectwie oraz przedstawienie kierunków zmian w tym obszarze opiera się na chęci poprawy jakości życia mieszkańców.
Theory and Practice of Participatory Approach in Schools: an Example of the Future Youth Schools – a Forums Project
Authors: Jarkiewicz Anna
Published: November 2023

The active participation of youth has indeed become a key theme across a broad range of service delivery. All organisations concerned with children and young people now promote participation as a “central issue” (Wright, Haydon, Morgan, 2002). Across the EU there is a need to increase educational attainment and active civic participation by European youth. FYS-Forums is responding to this by creating a model for school – led global citizenship youth forums. But even the most carefully planned project can run into unexpected issues. In my contribution a critical review of FYS-FORUM project will be presented.
Challenges Faced by Social Pedagogy Academics in the Course of Participatory Action Research with Homeless People and Street Workers as Co-Researchers
Authors: Granosik Mariusz , Gulczyńska Anita , Kostrzyńska Małgorzata , Jarkiewicz Anna
Published: November 2023

In taking the idea of participatory action research (PAR) seriously it seems necessary to change both power relation and epistemological perspectives. The basic research relation is perceived as bilateral, which means there are two or more subjects (sometimes collective) to be involved in- researcher and user/client- but most of interpretive research is focused on user perspective only. But there are more participants in the field who create social reality and produce interpretations “from the inside” (for example practitioners), and academic perspectives also plays their role in the process. So finally at least three viewpoints are needed to be recognized and scrutinized in participatory action research: academics, practitioners, and service users. Designing the research project titled: Onto-epistemologies of street social work with homeless people our initial idea was an interpretive assessment to be implemented in the field of such street working. We have realised that there are two quite different discourses (theoretical and practical) being developed during our meetings with practitioners, and no liaison work to be done. Homeless users’ perspectives being added a few months later made the reflexion more complicated. The main objective of this contribution is to share challenges that need to be faced by academics in the course of PAR co-produced with street workers and homeless service users. The focus is on the problem of defining homelessness, power negotiations, differences in conceptualisations of assessment, and the position of service users in the research. Because PAR is also recognised as a way to make the process of knowledge creation more democratic, some political dilemmas and limitations are being taken into consideration as well.
Influence of convective amplification on aeroacoustics oscillations in main gas pipeline
Authors: Yamkin Alexander V. , Yamkin Maxim A. , Bubenchikov Mikhail A.
Published: November 2023

The relevance. Increasing requirements for reliability and safety of gas pipelines. One of the promising methods to ensure compliance with these requirements is to equip gas pipelines with aeroacoustics monitoring systems. These systems make it possible to detect leaks and mechanical impacts on a pipe by registering aeroacoustics oscillations, propagating in the transported gas. At the same time, the issue of improving the accuracy of such systems remains relevant. It can be achieved by better consideration of a gas flow impact on aeroacoustics oscillations, taking into account the effect of convective amplification. This effect was revealed in studies of propagation of aeroacoustics oscillations in air ducts, turbines, as well as in studies of sound propagation from moving aircraft and high-speed trains. But it has not been described in relation to gas pipelines. This article presents experimental data confirming the convective amplification impact on the amplitude of aeroacoustics oscillations in the main gas pipeline, quantitative description of influence of this effect. The paper demonstrates the possibility of improving the accuracy of aeroacoustics monitoring systems, taking into account the convective amplification. The main aim. Confirm the presence of the convective amplification effect while the aeroacoustics oscillations propagating in the main gas pipeline. Object. A linear part of the main gas pipeline. Methods. Use of the aeroacoustics monitoring system for registration of aeroacoustics oscillations in the gas pipeline during the movement of a cleaning gauge and at leaks simulation; comparison of the amplitude of aeroacoustics oscillations, propagating up and down the transported gas. Results. The authors confirmed in field experiments the presence of the convective amplification effect during the cleaning gauge movement and leaks simulating. They carried out a quantitative assessment of the convective amplification influence on the aeroacoustics oscillations amplitude. The paper introduces the example of the convective amplification impact on the accuracy of the source of acoustic oscillations location in a gas pipeline. Conclusions. When propagating upstream of the gas the aeroacoustics oscillations amplitude is higher than when propagating downstream of the gas at the same distance from the source. The value in the amplitude difference is comparable to the value of the convective amplification in quantitative terms. Taking into consideration of the convective amplification effect improves the accuracy of determining the linear coordinate of the acoustic oscillations source in the gas pipeline.
Procesos de intervención y estado de conservación del conjunto edificatorio del Museo Nacional de Costa Rica
Authors: Porras-Alfaro David , Méndez-Álvarez Dawa , García-Baltodano Kenia
Published: November 2023

A través de la patología de la construcción es posible definir el estado de conservación de las edificaciones. Por ello, en el marco del proyecto de investigación ‘Implementación de técnicas no invasivas para el estudio patológico en edificaciones patrimoniales’, se eligió como caso de estudio el Museo Nacional de Costa Rica, por ser un conjunto de edificaciones patrimoniales emblemáticas y protegidas por ley, en las cuales se analizaron lesiones en diversos tipos de materiales y variados sistemas constructivos del siglo XIX y XX utilizados comúnmente en el país. Además, en el cual se han desarrollado una serie de intervenciones, al menos durante los últimos 15 años para conservar y refuncionalizar el conjunto. 

Como parte del trabajo realizado, se llevó a cabo un proceso de documentación de las intervenciones previas en los inmuebles y se identificaron las lesiones mecánicas, químicas y físicas actuales, mediante levantamiento en campo. Esta información se sistematizó a través de 27 fichas detalladas y planos arquitectónicos con la respectiva localización de las lesiones conforme a su clasificación. 

Con la información obtenida se desarrolló un expediente digital que sistematiza estos procesos. Esta documentación permitirá mejorar los métodos de conservación preventiva y contar con un registro histórico de este conjunto edificatorio.
Influencia estilística-constructiva de la arquitectura caribeña costarricense no residencial del Centro Histórico de la ciudad de Limón
Authors: Valerín-Víquez Ariel , Hernández-Salazar Ileana , Bulgarelli-Bolaños Jose Pablo
Published: November 2023

En este artículo, se comunican los resultados del primer objetivo específico del Trabajo Final de Graduación (TFG) titulado “Conservación de las estructuras en madera de la arquitectura caribeña costarricense no residencial con declaratoria patrimonial”, para optar por el grado de Licenciatura en Arquitectura en la Escuela de Arquitectura y Urbanismo del Instituto Tecnológico de Costa Rica (TEC). Dicho objetivo es identificar los sistemas constructivos de los inmuebles en estudio: la Casa Misionera de la Iglesia Bautista y la Antigua Capitanía de Puerto Limón; así como las particularidades que presentan, mediante el trabajo de campo y la investigación documental. Actualmente, existe un deterioro en los inmuebles no residenciales construidos con madera en el Centro Histórico de Limón producto, entre otras razones, por la pérdida del oficio y, por ende, del conocimiento técnico y constructivo aplicado en este tipo de edificaciones. Por tanto, se propuso llevar a cabo el análisis de los componentes estructurales que conforman estos inmuebles, para identificar el dimensionamiento de piezas, las distancias entre dichos elementos y la configuración formal de cada componente. El producto fue la identificación de un sistema de entramado al cual se denominó como un Híbrido Costarricense de sistemas de entramado liviano en la Casa Misionera y un Platform Frame Adaptado en la Antigua Capitanía; además, se identificaron las particularidades de ambos casos analizados, especialmente sus uniones características.
Sustainability lessons in traditional Bengali proverbs
Authors: Bhattacherjee Monalisa , Sinha Sweta
Published: November 2023

By employing an exploratory sequential mixed method, the present article examined the traditional ecological knowledge (TEK) and the ecological components of traditional Bengali proverbs (Khanar bacan), which is almost on the verge of extinction. Subsequently, we surveyed the current generation to assess their familiarity with these proverbs and explore connections between their understanding and eco-literacy. Our investigation encompassed 150 ecological proverbs, illustrating an understanding of ecological patterns and sustainability. The qualitative examination of the proverbs revealed the ecological component of scientific understanding of environmental patterns and cosmology. The proverbs are embedded with an ecosophy that appreciates the interconnectedness between the social systems and the surrounding ecology. The survey pointed out that participants whose residences belong to urban areas are not very familiar with the Khanar bacan. In contrast, the rural participants performed better in identifying the proverbs. Notably, the findings also indicated that the participants who were familiar with the proverbs demonstrated accuracy in responding to questions with TEK-based perspectives. The study underscores the efficacy of proverbs in cultivating ecoliteracy among the Bengali folk. Again, it presented a grim picture of the Bengal youth who are obscuring the indigenous knowledge in their minds and are becoming more susceptible to ecological catastrophe. In fact, the well-being of both humans and the environment is interconnected. Therefore, there is a dire need to protect indigenous knowledge because it provides a novel way to reduce the human-nature divide.
As experiências de xenofobia e saúde entre imigrantes venezuelanos refugiados nas reportagens jornalísticas no Brasil
Authors: Quinelato Fernanda de Souza , Moreira Adriano de Lavor , Welch James Robert
Published: November 2023

Buscamos compreender as condições de saúde e as experiências de xenofobia entre imigrantes refugiados venezuelanos em reportagens jornalísticas no Brasil, no período de junho a setembro de 2018. Avaliamos a descrição das percepções de xenofobia e o acesso aos serviços em saúde, assim como a responsabilização dos venezuelanos pelo retorno do sarampo ao Brasil. Através de uma investigação qualitativa e bibliográfica, interpretamos as narrativas selecionadas nos veículos de comunicação: O Estado de S. Paulo, Folha de S. Paulo, O Globo e G1. A interseção das narrativas com a verificação teórica e as opiniões dos leitores indicou práticas xenofóbicas que repercutem na qualidade de vida destas pessoas, bem como a difusão social da migração venezuelana como um problema que afetou o bem-estar destes indivíduos. Concluímos que a xenofobia interferiu nos cuidados à saúde de imigrantes no Brasil e o jornalismo reforçou essa condição.
Paisagem da Produção
Authors: Costa Helena Sales Nogueira , Oliveira Eduardo Romero de
Published: November 2023

Este ensaio oferece uma visão geral do processo de industrialização em São Paulo, Brasil, durante o início do século XX, com foco particular na indústria têxtil e na produção de óleo de caroço de algodão. Destaca-se o desenvolvimento histórico de fábricas e indústrias em diferentes regiões do estado, evidenciando alguns fatores, como a expansão da cafeicultura, que impulsionaram a industrialização no setor algodoeiro. Discute-se também a subsequente mudança do cultivo do café para o algodão, observando o impacto econômico da produção de óleos comestíveis até 1950, especialmente o óleo de semente de algodão, que impulsionou ainda mais a urbanização das cidades, influenciada pelas atividades industriais. Os resultados foram apresentados em cartografias elaboradas com técnicas de georreferenciamento pelo software Quantum Gis (QGIS) e análises da distribuição espacial da paisagem industrial no estado de São Paulo.