bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Children with medical complexity and paediatric palliative care: data by a respiratory intermediate care unit
Authors: Caggiano Serena , Pavone Martino , Cherchi Claudio , Paglietti Maria Giovanna , Schiavino Alessandra , Petreschi Francesca , Testa Beatrice Chiarini , Cutrera Renato
Published: May 2021

Pediatric palliative care (PPC) is an active and total approach to the
care of children with life-limiting conditions and to their families.
PPC programs provide ongoing care for children with medical complexity
(CMC), many of whom will reach adulthood. The aim of the study is to
describe a population of CMC afferent in 4 months to the Intermediate
Care Unit of a tertiary referral hospital for southern and central
Italy. We enrolled all CMC patients admitted at our unit in 4 randomized
months. We registered pathologies and different categories of childhood
diseases, devices and needs, hospitalization and home care plan. Among
195 admitted to our unit, 87 CMC were included. Median age was 9 (0.1 –
35.7) years. The main pathologies recorded were neuromuscular,
neurological, respiratory, metabolic, malformative, genetic syndromes
and outcomes of prematurity. Comorbidity made by respiratory, digestive,
neurological, cardiac and urological involvement was present in a high
percentage of cases. Among our patients, only 24 hadn’t any devices. The
average length of hospitalization was 7.0 (1.0 – 270.0) days with 2
(1.0 – 7.0) admissions per year for patient. Home care activation was
not required for only 24 of 87 patients. Children eligible for CPP are
increasing and their survival results in a rise in comorbidities and
special needs demanding multi-level interventions. Respiratory symptoms
are the most recurrent observed demonstrating the need for an expert in
CPP to have respiratory skills. Sharing data and knowledge of CMC needs
may help to improve care coordination and interventions.
EFFECT OF CENTRALLY AND PERIPHERALLY ACTING GABAB AGONISM ON THE COUGH REFLEX
Authors: Badri Huda , Gibbard Carmen , Denton Dimitra , Satia Imran , Dockry Rachel , Holt Kimberley , Wilkinson Graeme , Holt Alison , Canning Brendan , Smith Jaclyn A.
Published: May 2021

Background: Currently there are no effective licensed anti-tussive
therapies. Understanding how the neuronal mechanisms mediating the cough
reflex in animal models translate to humans is important for the
development of effective therapies. Pre-clinical studies suggest that
the activation of GABAB receptors in both the peripheral and central
nervous systems inhibit cough. Objective: To compare the effect of
central and peripherally acting GABAB agonists (lesogaberan and
baclofen) on the cough reflex in healthy volunteers. Methods: We
performed a single center, double-blind, double-dummy, three-way
crossover trial in healthy controls comparing single doses of
lesogaberan (120mg MR), with baclofen (40mg) and placebos. Cough
responses to inhaled capsaicin were assessed at screening and 2h
post-dose on each study day. The primary endpoint was the maximum number
of coughs evoked at any concentration of capsaicin (Emax) and the
secondary endpoint was the concentration evoking 50% of the maximal
response (ED50). Results: Fifteen patients enrolled onto the study
(median age 29 (IQR 25-44) years; 7 females, mean BMI 24.6(±3.0).
Lesogaberan treatment produced a small, statistically significant
increase in Emax compared with placebo [mean 13.4coughs (95%CI
10.1-17.9) vs. 11.8coughs (8.8-15.9), p=0.04], but had no effect on
ED50 [geometric mean 47.4µM (95%CI 24.4-91.7) vs 37.6 µM (95%CI
19.2-73.5), p=0.37]. In contrast, baclofen had no significant effect
on Emax (11.1, 95%CI 8.1-15.4) (p=0.23), but significantly increased
ED50 compared with placebo (geometric mean 75.2µM (95%CI 37.2-151.8),
p=0.002). Conclusion: This data suggests the anti-tussive actions of
GABAB agonists, in healthy volunteers, occur in the central rather than
the peripheral nervous system.
Introducing an Innovative Spatial Interpolation Methodology for Precipitation
Authors: Zare Mohammad , Schumann Guy , Teferle Norman , Giustarini Laura
Published: May 2021

The development of precise and simple spatial interpolation methods to
estimate rainfall data in ungauged locations provides not only better
understating and new insights into the predictive hydrological models
but also improves the accuracy of these models. In this Scientific
Briefing a new approach for rainfall spatial interpolation in
Luxembourgian case study has been introduced. The method used here is
based on a Fuzzy C-Means (FCM) clustering method. In the normal FCM
procedure, there are a lot of available data and each data point belongs
to a cluster, with a membership degree [0 1], i.e. the data points
clustered in an iterative process, whereas in our methodology the center
of clusters has been determined first and then random data will be
generated around cluster centers. Therefore, this approach is called
inverse FCM (i-FCM) from here on. In order to calibrate and validate the
new spatial interpolation method four rain gauges in Luxembourg (3 for
calibration and one for validation) with 10 years of measured data were
used and consequently the rainfall for ungauged locations were
estimated. The results show that the i-FCM method can be applied with
acceptable accuracy in validation rain gauge with values for R2 and RMSE
of 0.92 and 12 mm, respectively, on monthly time scale and 0.84 and 1.8
mm on daily time scale.
Transapical mitral valve repair procedures: primetime for microinvasive mitral valve surgery
Authors: D'Onofrio Augusto , Fiocco Alessandro , Nadali Matteo , Gerosa Gino
Published: May 2021

Introduction: Nowadays micro-invasive procedures (off-pump, beating
heart) for mitral valve repair (MVRe) are abruptly expanding with the
potential to be adopted as a valuable alternative to surgery. In the
present manuscript, the Authors review the available technologies
intended to treat mitral regurgitation (MR) through transapical
approach, including annuloplasty and chordal repair options.
Annuloplasty: To date, Valcare Amend is the only transapical mitral
valve (MV) ring to have been implanted in patients. The device allows
for stabilization of the annulus through a complete semirigid D-shaped
ring. The first-in-human successful procedure was performed in 2016 by
our Group and subsequent clinical experience included a total of 14
implanted patients. Currently the technology is under clinical trial
evaluation to validate the efficacy and safety profile of the device.
Chordal Repair: Beating heart chordal implantation via trans-apical
approach is a current feasible, safe and reproducible option. Neochord
DS1000 is the most widely used technology in the field, with a solid
procedural experience and good results in well-selected patients. Its
clinical use has been validated in Europe since 2012, while it is still
under clinical investigation in the United States. Harpoon TDS-5 system
is a novel technology, recently CE mark approved for clinical use.
Conclusions: Transapical micro-invasive technologies are current viable
therapies to treat MR in selected patients. Embracing transcatheter MVRe
therapies should guide the cardiac surgeon through the new revolution of
micro-invasive MV tailored repair.
A Comparison of L-Dopa and Clonidine Growth Hormone Stimulation Tests in Children with Short Stature
Authors: Bolu Semih , Aşık Abdulvahit
Published: May 2021

Background: Growth hormone (GH) release is pulsatile, and daytime GH
levels are low. GH stimulation tests are therefore needed in cases
requiring GH level investigation. The purpose of this study was to
compare the results of L-dopa and clonidine GH stimulation tests applied
in children with short stature and to identify which of these tests
should be primarily selected. Methods: The records of 68 patients aged
between 2.5 and 16.6 years presenting to the pediatric endocrinology
clinic with short stature and undergoing GH stimulation tests between
September 2016 and February 2021 were evaluated retrospectively. Cases
with GH levels <10 ng/dl following the first GH stimulation
test then underwent the other GH stimulation test. Thirty-four (50%) of
the cases in the study consisted of individuals beginning with the
clonidine test, while the other 34 (50%) started with the L-dopa test.
Results: Seventeen (50%) individuals in whom clonidine was employed in
the first test had low GH responses, while a low GH response was
determined at the second, L-dopa test, in 15 (88.2%) of these
individuals, significant variation being observed between the groups
(p< 0.001). Conclusion: GH stimulation tests performed to
investigate GHD are laborious and time-consuming. The first stimulation
test to be applied to differentiate GHD from ISS must therefore be well
selected. The clonidine stimulation test, with higher sensitivity than
but similar specificity to the L-dopa test, can be employed as the first
test.
An Econometric Analysis of Trade, Culture and Healthcare Cooperation between China and Africa
Authors:   School of Economics, Shandong University, Jinan, China, Christ Mariel EFFANGOU OTAMBOU
Published: May 2021

China has continuously strengthened and expanded its cooperation with Africa, its areas of intervention in the African continent are many and varied throughout the 2000's. After working hard to build strong bilateral relations by attributing political, trade and economic priorities, both partners have established strategic objectives with a view to promote the culture and healthcare cooperation. This paper examined the trade, culture and healthcare cooperation between China and Africa through the econometric analysis while taking into consideration all the African countries. The research used panel data and utilized the econometric model in assessing the impact of trade, culture and healthcare cooperation on African countries’ economic growth. The panel data will cover 16 years (2003-2018). The secondary data was collected from the 54 African countries independently then made aggregates of the variable to represent Africa. The data were analyzed using SPSS software to get the descriptive statistics and regression of the economic growth (GDP) and (Imports, Exports, FDI, Culture and Healthcare). From the regression analysis, it can be affirmed that imports and exports have a positive and significant impact on the GDP. Then FDI has a negative and insignificant effect on economic growth; on the other hand, the culture and healthcare have a positive influence on African economy but insignificant and significant respectively. It can be affirmed that the econometric analysis of the Trade cooperation between China and Africa has affirmed that Imports and exports enhance the growth of African countries’ economies. On the contrary, foreign direct investments have resulted in the exploitation of African human and capital resources for the benefit of a foreign country, which has a negative impact on economic growth.
Trends in STEM Teaching and Learning within the Context of National Education Reform
Authors:   University of Latvia, Birzina Rita , Pigozne Tamara ,   University of Latvia, Lapina Sandra ,   Agenskalns State Gymnasium
Published: May 2021

STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education nowadays is considered priority. To implement it successfully, students must acquire not only STEM “hard” skills, but also “soft” skills, therefore the choice of teaching/learning methods is essential. Problem-based (PrBL) and projectbased learning (PjBL) aim both at the acquisition of science content using real life examples and the improvement of IT skills, critical thinking, decision-making, civil responsibility and cooperation skills. The aim of the research is to find out the use of PrBL and PjBL in the teaching/ learning of STEM in the context of national reform of Latvia. The design of mixed methods was used in the research. The correlative research was performed using QuestionPro e-platform and surveyed 128 STEM teachers and 257 secondary school students to collect quantitative data. As Latvia now is implementing the education reform, the case study for qualitative and quantitative analysis has been carried out using the AQUAD data processing programme and researching the secondary education biology basic course curriculum. This research identified that it was advisable to use practical cases, real everyday examples and project work that would increase students’ interest in science subjects to enable them to solve problems creatively by integrating the content of all STEM subjects. The biology curriculum mainly stresses students’ reproductive than productive work with information, the development of critical thinking by participating in discussions and cooperating, while not enough attention was paid to the use of problem solving in the teaching/ learning process and the implementation of the interdisciplinary project. The use of sensors, practical laboratory works and field study as specific methods of biology are little represented in the curriculum, which is a serious disadvantage. This means that the basic curriculum of biology in the context of national education reform is more oriented to the acquisition of transversal skills, not the development of competent science literacy.
Red colobus (Piliocolobus) conservation action plan 2021-2026
Authors: Linder J.M. , Cronin D.T. , Ting N. , Abwe E.E. , Davenport T. , Detwiler K.M. , Galat G. , Galat-Luong A. , Hart J.A. , Ikema R.A. , Kivai S.M. , Koné I. , Kujirakwinja D. , Maisels F. , Oates J.F. , Struhsaker T.T.
Published: May 2021

Ranging from forests in Senegal to the Zanzibar Archipelago, red colobus monkeys (Piliocolobus spp.) are the most threatened group of African monkeys. According to the IUCN Red List of Threatened SpeciesTM in 2020, every form of red colobus monkey is threatened with extinction, and 14 of the 18 taxa (>75%) are listed as Critically Endangered or Endangered. Despite their conservation status, only a few populations have been studied in any detail and the general public is largely unaware of these monkeys and their plight. Following over two decades of calls to prioritise red colobus conservation efforts, this publication finally brings together the knowledge of experts on these monkeys and African wildlife conservation to identify the populations in most urgent need of conservation and to develop priority conservation actions for each taxon and across the red colobus’ geographic range.
Metformin Perturbs Pancreatic Differentiation From Human Embryonic Stem Cells
Authors: Nguyen Linh , Lim Lillian Yuxian , Ding Shirley Suet Lee , Amirruddin Nur Shabrina , Hoon Shawn , Chan Shiao-Yng , Teo Adrian Kee Keong
Published: May 2021

Metformin is becoming a popular treatment before and during pregnancy, but current literature on in utero exposure to metformin lacks long-term clinical trials and mechanistic studies. Current literature on the effects of metformin on mature pancreatic β-cells highlights its dual, opposing, protective, or inhibitory effects, depending on metabolic environment. However, the impact of metformin on developing human pancreatic β-cells remains unknown. In this study, we investigated the potential effects of metformin exposure on human pancreatic β-cell development and function in vitro. In the absence of metabolic challenges such as high levels of glucose and fatty acids, metformin exposure impaired the development and function of pancreatic β-cells, with downregulation of pancreatic genes and dysfunctional mitochondrial respiration. It also affected the insulin secretion function of pancreatic β-cells. These findings call for further in-depth evaluation of the exposure of human embryonic and fetal tissue during pregnancy to metformin and its implications for long-term offspring health.
Metformin Perturbs Pancreatic Differentiation from Human Embryonic Stem Cells
Authors: Nguyen Linh , Lim Lillian Yuxian , Ding Shirley Suet Lee , Amirruddin Nur Shabrina , Hoon Shawn , Chan Shiao-Yng , Teo Adrian Kee Keong
Published: May 2021

Metformin is becoming a popular treatment
before and during pregnancy but current literature on in utero exposure to metformin lacks long-term clinical
trials and mechanistic studies. Current literature on the effects of metformin
on mature pancreatic β cells highlighted its dual, opposing, protective or inhibitory,
effects depending on metabolic environments. However, the impact of metformin
on developing human pancreatic β cells remains unknown. Here, we investigated
the potential effects of metformin exposure on human pancreatic β cell development
and function in vitro. In the absence
of metabolic challenges such as high levels of glucose and fatty acids, metformin
exposure impaired the development and function of pancreatic β cells, with
downregulation of pancreatic genes and dysfunctional mitochondrial respiration.
It also affected the insulin secretion function of pancreatic β cells. These findings
call for further in-depth evaluation of the exposure of human embryonic and
fetal tissue during pregnancy to metformin, and its implications on long-term
offspring health.
Structural, thermal and morphological characterization of UV-graft polymerization of acrylated-epoxidized soybean oil onto goat leather
Authors:   Laboratorio de Investigacion y Desarrollo de Materiales Avanzados (LIDMA), Facultad de Quimica- UAEM, Paseo Colon esquina con Paseo Tollocan, Toluca, Estado de Mexico. C.P. 50000, Mexico, Urena-Nunez Fernando ,   Instituto Nacional de Investigaciones Nucleares, Km 36.5 carretera Mexico-Toluca, Salazar Estado de Mexico, CP 52045, Vigueras-Santiago Enrique ,   Laboratorio de Investigacion y Desarrollo de Materiales Avanzados (LIDMA), Facultad de Quimica- UAEM, Paseo Colon esquina con Paseo Tollocan, Toluca, Estado de Mexico. C.P. 50000, Mexico, Hernandez-Lopez Susana ,   Laboratorio de Investigacion y Desarrollo de Materiales Avanzados (LIDMA), Facultad de Quimica- UAEM, Paseo Colon esquina con Paseo Tollocan, Toluca, Estado de Mexico. C.P. 50000, Mexico, Linares-Hernandez Karla ,   Laboratorio de Investigacion y Desarrollo de Materiales Avanzados (LIDMA), Facultad de Quimica- UAEM, Paseo Colon esquina con Paseo Tollocan, Toluca, Estado de Mexico. C.P. 50000, Mexico, Linares-Hernandez Isabel ,   Laboratorio de Investigacion y Desarrollo de Materiales Avanzados (LIDMA), Facultad de Quimica- UAEM, Paseo Colon esquina con Paseo Tollocan, Toluca, Estado de Mexico. C.P. 50000, Mexico
Published: May 2021

Graft of acrylated-epoxidized soybean oil onto goat leather was achieved using UV-radiation. Graft percentage, structural, morphological and thermal characterizations are discussed in terms of: morphology of the leather grafted face and the UV-radiation dosage. The obtained results are of importance since an environmental friendly monomer could be used to change or improve some properties of leather articles.
The influence of pressure and dissolved gases in petroleum on the efficiency of wax deposition inhibitors
Authors:   Institute of Macromolecules, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Ilha do Fundao, 21945-970, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Vieira Lenise ,   PETROBRAS Research Center, Ilha do Fundao, Q7, 21949-900, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Buchuid Maria ,   Gorceix Foundation, Ilha do Fundao, Q7, 21949-900, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Lucas Elizabete ,   Institute of Macromolecules, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Ilha do Fundao, 21945-970, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Published: May 2021

Evaluations of wax inhibitors carried out in laboratories are generally performed on stabilized oil samples, that is, without the presence of natural gas and at atmospheric pressure. Therefore, the effects of two important factors that influence wax solubility – the light fractions and temperature – are not considered, and the results may not reflect what really happens in production lines and facilities. This work evaluates the efficiency of two wax inhibitors based on ethylene copolymer and vinyl acetate, at four concentrations, in a sample of paraffinic oil in the presence of light fractions and under pressure. The parameter employed in the evaluation was the wax appearance temperature (WAT), or the cloud point, determined by high-pressure differential scanning calorimetry. The gas used was a mixture of eight components and the tests were run at three pressures. In general, the inhibitors had little influence on the cloud point and a pronounced effect on the pour point and viscosity. In this case it was possible to observe changes in the WAT with both wax inhibitors in the tests conducted at atmospheric pressure up to 150 bar and in the presence of the multi-component gas mixture, suggesting that one of the mechanisms through which wax deposition inhibitors work is polynucleation.
A circuit design of a cyclic voltage generator
Authors:   Electronic Sc. Department, H.P.T. Arts and R.Y.K. Sc. College, Nasik –422 005, Bhupatprasad Chourasia Ashish , Shrikant Kelkar Deepali ,   Physics Department., Institute of Science, Nagpur – 440 001
Published: May 2021

The present paper describes a simple circuit for construction of a cyclic voltage generator, which can be used in electrochemical synthesis of conducting polymer films like polyaniline(PANI), polythiophene, polypyrrol etc. The circuit consists of a clock generator; its frequency is converted into digital voltage which is further converted to analog form using digital to analog converter (DAC). This analog voltage, after boosting, is used as a source of voltage in the synthesis of conducting polymer. Since the oxidation potential for a polymer is unknown, the circuit developed has a facility to change output in cyclic fashion from initial to final value at a rate of 45 mV/s and return back to the initial position. The designed circuit can also hold the potential at any desired value and hence can also be used in the potentiostatic configuration as a potentiostat for synthesizing a conducting polymer.
Analisis Rugi-Rugi (Losses) Transformator Daya 150/20 KV di PT. PLN (Persero) Gardu Induk Sutami ULTG Tarahan
Authors: Elnizar Hendri , Gusmedi Herri , Zebua Osea
Published: May 2021

In general, in the distribution of electrical energy, there will always be losses. In a transformer, there are two types of losses, namely technical losses and non-technical losses. Non-technical losses are caused by things outside of system performance, such as accidents, natural disasters, human negligence, and so on. Meanwhile, technical losses are caused by two things, namely copper losses and core losses. Technical losses in the transformer cause the efficiency of the electricity supply to be low. Therefore the author will make a thesis entitled "Analysis of Losses Power Transformer 150/20 KV in PT PLN (PERSERO) Substation Sutami ULTG Tarahan" The analysis was carried out in July 2019, which aims to determine the amount of losses - losses on the transformer every day within a month, as well as calculating the percentage increase in losses due to changes in normal load current to peak load current. The calculation results show that the highest Losses on Transformer 1 falls on July 23, 2019, amounting to 4,588,204 kw. The highest loss on Transformer 2 falls on July 11, 2019, amounting to 16,246,884 kw. Then the magnitude of the change in the increase in current from normal load current to peak load current on Transformer 1, will cause losses to increase by 3.66%, and the amount of change in the increase in current from normal load current to peak load current on Transformer 2, will cause losses to increase by 2,38%.

Keywords: Transformer, losses, copper losses, core losses
GIS-Based Area Suitability Analysis for Development Planning Purposes Campus: Case Study Banyuwangi State Polytechnic
Authors: Farisqi Panduardi Endi Sailul Haq,
Published: May 2021

In the context of the ecological relationship between humans and the academic environment, success in obtaining high-quality graduations influenced by the quality of the building's space system and other supporting facilities as a place for students to study. So the construction site's design becomes an essential factor to consider in the educational environment.  Banyuwangi state polytechnic has not implemented and developed SIG to determine the construction site. Hence, it causes campus spatial planning problems for the future, like puddles, floods, noisy classrooms, and difficult access to each building. Banyuwangi State Polytechnic, as a twelve-year-old college in Banyuwangi, is in desperate need of regional development planning as one of the efforts to ensure the continuity of academic activities that are adequate and comfortable for students. This study aims to ?nd out the area suitability for determining Banyuwangi State Polytechnic development's best location choice. Banyuwangi State Polytechnic, located in the middle of the public road on the east side and the railway in the west to the north, causes noise levels to be a critical issue to consider to achieve a fair learning process. Area suitability assessment is a critical determinant in campus planning development. The suitability assessment is carried out through the AHP (analytical hierarchy process) model covering all land, buildings, noise levels, soil slope, road access, and availability of irrigation channels. The data obtained mapped into the Geographic Information System using Quantum GIS (QGIS) software. Land-use suitability is calculated based on criteria in the form of noise level (NL), land elevation (EL), ease of access (RA), and irrigation channel (ICA). There are 4 points obtained after discussions with the development planning unit management for alternative locations for development sites. The highest weight of the best criteria for determining location is the NL criteria of 0.566 and PSI of 0.283. The best location for development is in the second alternative location with a weight of 0,20176, followed by the third alternative location with a weight of 0,12028.
The Level of Religion Radicalism Understanding Among University Students in Banyumas Region
Authors: Widyaningsih Rindha , Kuntarto Kuntarto , Chamadi Muhamad Riza
Published: May 2021

Students as the nationâ€™s next-generation and the academic community should have a global understanding of religious radicalism danger. However, recently, many national mass media have reported about the radical ideological infiltration targeting university students. The understanding level of religious radicalism among university students can be a consideration in mapping the potential for the spread of radical ideology. However, there are indications that many students understand religious radicalism. This study aims to determine and analyse the level of understanding of re- religious radicalism among university students in the Banyumas region. Research respondents totalled 350 people from four universities in the Banyumas region. The data collection method was through a closed questionnaire. The basis of the composition of the questionnaire question items is Bloomâ€™s Taxonomy levels C1 and C2. The correct answer point is four, and the wrong answer is 0. The researcher divided the respondentsâ€™ understanding level into three categories: high, medium, and low. The results showed that understanding religious radicalism in students studying exact sciences was 67.54%. The understanding stage of religious radicalism in students studying social science was in the range of 67.89%. University students in the Banyumas region have an average of 67.71% or are in the medium category with a low threshold score.
As falas sobre a fraude: análise das notícias sobre casos de fraudes nas cotas raciais em universidades em Minas Gerais
Authors: Freitas Matheus , Sarmento Rayza
Published: May 2021

Este artigo apresenta uma pesquisa empírica com o objetivo de compreender como os casos de fraudes nas cotas para negros(as) – pretos(as) e pardos(as) – e indígenas foram veiculados nos sites dos grandes jornais de Minas Gerais. Utilizamos análise de conteúdo (Bauer, 2002) como ferramenta metodológica e buscamos identificar as fontes mobilizadas e os discursos que circularam nos textos midiáticos sobre a infringência à legislação. Para entender os argumentos que circularam por meio das notícias analisadas, examinamos literatura acerca do debate sobre formação da identidade (Taylor; Gutmann, 1998) e ações afirmativas no Brasil (Daflon; Feres Júnior, 2012; Santos, 2015), bem como a ideia de dispositivo midiático (Antunes; Vaz, 2006). Agrupamos as fontes ouvidas pelos jornais em sete categorias: movimento negro e denunciantes, advogados, entidades estudantis, governo federal, especialistas, suspeitos(as) de fraudes e universidades. Como resultado, observamos que as pessoas suspeitas de fraude justificam a autodeclaração como pardas devido à origem/ ascendência familiar, enquanto especialistas e ativistas apontam que a aparência étnico-racial (resumidamente o conjunto de características fenotípicas) é o indicativo para a classificação racial, dada a vivência do racismo no Brasil.
Identidade docente e formação continuada: um estudo à luz das teorias de Zygmunt Bauman e Claude Dubar
Authors: Rossi Fernanda , Hunger Dagmar
Published: May 2021

Objetivou-se analisar o processo de constituição da identidade docente no cenário contemporâneo, problematizando: as mudanças sociais que impactam na identidade docente; as percepções de professoras da educação básica concernentes aos significados do exercício da docência atualmente; e as possíveis influências da formação continuada institucionalizada na reflexão e (re)construção identitária de professores(as). Participaram da pesquisa, de abordagem qualitativa, 19 professoras da educação infantil e do ensino fundamental, das áreas de Educação Física, Pedagogia e Artes. As estratégias de geração de dados incluíram grupo focal e observação de campo. Os dados foram analisados à luz das teorias de Zygmunt Bauman e Claude Dubar. Constatou-se que a formação continuada é uma dimensão da profissão estreitamente relacionada à constituição da identidade docente, pois possibilita acompanhar as rápidas mudanças sociais em curso e, assim, fortalecer ou reconfigurar o reconhecimento social de sua função. Outro elemento integrador da formação com a identidade se revelou em espaço e tempo proporcionados pela formação para refletir e (re)construir coletivamente saberes e reinterpretações referentes ao que é ser professor(a). Evidenciou-se a urgência de ações educacionais/políticas públicas para fortalecer os laços profissionais, consolidando o coletivo docente e a noção de pertença a um grupo específico na sociedade, com uma identidade própria.
Autoeficácia, satisfação no trabalho, aspectos sociodemográficos e condições de trabalho de docentes-alunos do Parfor
Authors: Andrade Ferreira Enizete , Ferreira Holanda Ramos Maely , Leal Soares Ramos Edson Marcos , Lobato Couto Andréa
Published: May 2021

Este artigo discute os conceitos de autoeficácia e satisfação no trabalho com o objetivo de verificar a relação entre eles, além dos aspectos sociodemográficos e das condições de trabalho na docência. Os dados foram obtidos por meio do uso de instrumentos como: 1) questionário de caracterização e 2) escalas do tipo Likert de autoeficácia e satisfação no trabalho, aplicados a 87 professores em formação, em nível de graduação, pelo Programa Nacional de Formação de Professores da Educação Básica (Parfor) da Universidade Federal do Pará (UFPA), os quais atuam na rede pública de ensino em escolas localizadas nesse estado. O estudo é do tipo quantitativo, exploratório e descritivo e apresenta técnicas de análise fatorial e de correspondência. Os resultados mostraram três grupos distintos de escores fatoriais dos índices de autoeficácia e satisfação: baixa (grupo de professores com os 25% menores escores), moderada (grupo com os 50% medianos escores) e alta (grupo com os 25% maiores escores). Quanto à estatística aplicada à análise de correspondência, os resultados apontaram que houve variação em relação ao nível de autoeficácia e satisfação e que as condições de trabalho podem influenciar a satisfação no trabalho docente. Conclui-se que há associação moderada entre autoeficácia e satisfação no trabalho dos docentes investigados e que essas, ao serem cada vez mais estudadas, podem contribuir para o desenvolvimento da educação.
A influência das emoções no aprendizado de escolares
Authors: Carvalho Souza Joelson , Hickmann Adolfo Antonio , Asinelli-Luz Araci , Moura Hickmann Girlane
Published: May 2021

Trata-se de artigo de revisão de literatura que apresenta análises sobre o tema das emoções e da aprendizagem no desenvolvimento humano de escolares. O objetivo deste trabalho é contribuir para a discussão teórica sobre como as emoções influenciam processos de aprendizagem dos estudantes, levando-se em consideração os contextos nos quais estão inseridos. Parte-se do pressuposto de que a compreensão de fatores e de ambientes ecológicos que influenciam os escolares, de forma emocional, pode colaborar para a reflexão sobre o processo de aprendizagem. Para o método, utilizou-se a pesquisa de cunho teórico. Foram compilados artigos das bases de dados do Portal de Periódicos Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior (Capes), além de literaturas referentes à Teoria Histórico-Cultural e à abordagem da Teoria Bioecológica do Desenvolvimento Humano. As análises das literaturas ocorreram devido à aproximação da temática das emoções e da aprendizagem. Pelos documentos selecionados, foram examinadas as relações familiares, as relações professor-estudante, as relações entre pares e situações ligadas às emoções nos ambientes ecológicos família e escola. Os resultados revelam que as relações familiares, entre professor e estudante e entre escolares exercem potencial influência sobre a aprendizagem dos estudantes. Além disso, dois conceitos mostraram-se relevantes para as discussões: a Zona de Desenvolvimento Proximal (ZDP), proposto por Vygotsky, e o modelo Pessoa, Processo, Contexto e Tempo (PPCT), desenvolvido por Bronfenbrenner.
Os espaços experimentais das escolas públicas de Arquitetura do Brasil: realidade ou utopia?
Authors: Laverde Albenise , Oliveira Cláudia Terezinha de Andrade
Published: May 2021

Este trabalho está inserido no debate sobre a utilização da experimentação construtiva ao longo da concepção projetual e seu o papel como recurso pedagógico. Trata, mais especificamente, dos espaços e práticas experimentais no contexto acadêmico nacional, objetivando compreender o processo de configuração dos espaços da área técnicoconstrutiva instituídos nas escolas públicas de Arquitetura e Urbanismo, de acordo com as particularidades advindas de diferentes contextos do País, das políticas educacionais e das ações dos atores envolvidos, com a identificação das condições essenciais para que essas práticas sejam implantadas e potencializadas no contexto acadêmico. O trabalho foi desenvolvido com base em pesquisas documentais e por meio de visitas técnicas realizadas em 21 escolas públicas de Arquitetura localizadas em diferentes regiões do País, com entrevistas direcionadas aos principais atores que, atualmente, estão à frente da área estudada. Os dados obtidos possibilitaram contextualizar os desafios enfrentados no ensino da Tecnologia da Construção, que não se resumem ao arranjo físico laboratorial, mas a uma dimensão mais ampla, abrangendo aspectos político-educacionais, estruturais e socioeconômicos, além de questões de fundo, como as relações interpessoais e burocráticas.
A disciplina Educação Moral e Cívica no Grupo Escolar Dom Benevides em Mariana/MG (1969-1975)
Authors: Areal Carvalho Rosana , Rodrigues Silva Fernanda Aparecida , Jesus Evangelista Raquel
Published: May 2021

Este estudo tem como objetivo delinear a presença e as práticas da disciplina de Educação Moral e Cívica (EMC) no Grupo Escolar Dom Benevides, em Mariana/Minas Gerais (MG), em consonância com o Decreto- Lei nº 869, de 1969. Ao delinear a educação praticada no período da ditadura civil-militar, inserimos a trajetória legal da implantação da disciplina EMC como obrigatória no ensino primário e secundário. Privilegiamos a documentação existente no acervo do Grupo Escolar Dom Benevides, em especial o Livro de Ata de Reunião (1970-1975), no qual encontramos registros das práticas pedagógicas, do cotidiano escolar e das ações dirimidas pela direção em torno da disciplina. A fonte selecionada permitiu identificar trâmites e dificuldades na implementação desse conteúdo, considerando, de um lado, a propositura legal e, do outro, os limites da própria escola, tais como a (in)disposição do professorado diante de mais uma tarefa, gerando ora acomodação, ora resistência. Deduzimos que o cumprimento com a obrigatoriedade da disciplina de EMC, presente na legislação, se deu com a realização dos festejos de datas cívicas que extrapolavam o espaço escolar, permitindo ao civismo e patriotismo atingirem os marianenses. Os resultados da pesquisa fortalecem o princípio das singularidades institucionais, construídas pelas relações estabelecidas entre os sujeitos que compõem a instituição e a sociedade com a qual convivem.
Alteridade e interculturalidade na escola: um estudo etnográfico sobre estudantes bolivianos em São Paulo
Authors: Silva Gondin Janaina , Mosca Pinezi Ana Keila , De Menezes Marilda Aparecida
Published: May 2021

No início do século 21, a questão das migrações externas no Brasil voltou à cena. Na cidade de São Paulo, destaca-se a imigração boliviana, que tem mantido seu fluxo de entrada há algumas décadas e fomentado a matrícula de estrangeiros em escolas públicas da região. Considerando a importância da presença de alunos bolivianos na rede municipal de ensino de São Paulo, o objetivo deste artigo é analisar como ocorrem as relações entre estudantes bolivianos e educadores e entre aqueles e seus pares no ambiente de uma escola pública. Foi escolhida uma escola municipal de ensino fundamental situada no bairro da Mooca, zona leste da capital paulista, a qual contava com uma quantidade considerável de crianças bolivianas no ciclo de alfabetização. A metodologia utilizada foi o estudo etnográfico com observação participante. Também foram realizadas entrevistas com educadores da escola. Os principais pontos trabalhados neste estudo foram questões relacionadas à discriminação, ao preconceito e à essencialização de identidades em um espaço em que a interculturalidade não é promovida, apesar da diversidade cultural. A análise dos dados foi feita à luz da teoria social no que se refere à diversidade cultural, interculturalidade e alteridade. Ao final, conclui-se que a instituição escolar deve construir práticas de integração de diferentes matrizes culturais.
Skin manifestations in HIV/AIDS patients: Our experience
Authors: Đurović Milena , Andrić Bogdanka , Đurović Milica , Bojić Miloš
Published: May 2021

Objective: HIV/AIDS represents a significant public health issue since the number of cases is continuously on the rise. Even though contemporary medicine is rapidly developing, there is currently no effective cure for HIV. Mucocutaneous manifestations often represent the first recognized clinical manifestation. This study was carried out to note different presentations of HIV/AIDS on the skin. Material and Methods: The study included 150 patients who were hospitalized and have been confirmed as HIV positive either before the hospitalization or during the hospitalization. Results: Out of 150 patients, 50 of them had mucocutaneous presentations. Frequently, mucocutaneous lesions are the first manifestation of HIV/AIDS and a pointer toward setting up HIV/AIDS diagnosis. Moreover, the same patient was admitted more than once, because of a variety of skin manifestations. Conclusion: It was recognized that the greater the destruction of the immune system is, the more severe forms of mucocutaneous diseases occur. It is considered that cutaneous manifestations are rarely considered life-threatening in people living with HIV, but they can undoubtedly impair their quality of life.
High D-dimer values and post-discharge acute pulmonary embolism in young patients with COVID-19: A case series
Authors: Pop Calin , Ferenț Ionuț
Published: May 2021

Introduction: The coronavirus disease (COVID-19), caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), is associated with an inflammatory and prothrombotic state that increases the risk of thromboembolic events. High levels of D-dimer are associated with the severity of the disease and acute pulmonary embolism (PE) is the most common thrombotic complication. Material and methods: We analyzed a series of four cases of COVID-19 in young patients (under 45 years) who developed PE with a delay of two to four weeks after hospital discharge. Results: These patients had elevated D-dimer (at least 10 times the upper limit of normal) at the initial admission and at the time of the PE diagnostic, while other parameters which involved inflammation and coagulation (C-reactive protein - CRP; lactate dehydrogenase - LDH; fibrinogen; international normalized ratio - INR) were normal. There were no pre-existing risk factors for PE and all the patients were anticoagulated with prophylactic intermediate doses of enoxaparin. Conclusions: PE is a complication of the COVID-19 disease which may occur later, especially in young patients with no other risk factors for the condition. The highly elevated levels of D-dimer at COVID-19 admission seem to be associated with the post-discharge apparition of PE. This data suggests the role of extended anticoagulation in selected COVID-19 patients and warrants further investigations.
Infectious mononucleosis and autoimmune hepatitis
Authors: Škorić Jasmina , Pavković Bojan
Published: May 2021

Introduction: The case report shows a sick nine-year-old girl whose disease initially manifested as infectious mononucleosis. Encountering infectious mononucleosis in pediatrics is quite common and it is estimated that as much as 50% of children are infected with the Epstein-Barr virus before the age of 5. Suspicion of mononucleosis emerges every time there is a patient with swollen neck lymph nodes, fever, painful and difficult swallowing. However, the laboratory findings in the second month of the onset of the disease raised suspicion for autoimmune disease. Case report: Based on the clinical manifestations, the patient underwent a series of examinations such as biochemical analyses, blood count, and Epstein-Barr virus serology, as well as abdominal ultrasound and testing of ceruloplasmin and Alpha-1 antitrypsin values. The autoimmune disorder was confirmed after detecting elevated IgG levels, the presence of anti-LKM antibodies, and interface hepatitis as a pathoanatomic substrate of liver bioptates. Conclusion: The case report presents the Epstein-Barr virus as a direct trigger of autoimmune hepatitis. This DNA virus known for its cytopathic effect on B lymphocytes induced the swelling of lymph nodes, liver, and spleen. Its overall impact on B lymphocytes and the liver led to producing specific autoantibodies and infiltrating hepatic nodes with lymphocytes.
COVID-19 triage among hospitalized neonates in Tuzla Canton
Authors: Hadžić Devleta , Skokić Fahrija , Brkić Selmira
Published: May 2021

Aim: To evaluate the incidence, characteristics, transmission, and outcomes of COVID-19 infection in hospitalized neonates in Tuzla Canton and to emphasize the importance of quality triage in the prevention and control of infection. Material and Methods: A retrospective cohort study, which included all consecutive neonates suspected of COVID-19 infection, and which required screening supervision in the triage department, from those who required hospital treatment at the Pediatric Clinic, University Clinical Center Tuzla for 12 months. (January 1 to December 31, 2020). Statistical analysis applied standard methods, and the research was approved by the Ethics Committee of the institution. Results: In the observed period, in the neonatal triage department, 111 neonates suspected to COVID-19 were treated, with no gender difference. Among them were 92 neonates of mothers suspected of COVID-19 (66 admitted immediately after birth, 26 readmitted after discharge home), and 19 neonates of mothers positive for COVID-19 (16 admitted immediately after birth, 3 readmitted). Cesarean delivery was a more common delivery option, and fever a more common symptom in COVID-19 positive mothers, but without statistical significance. The neonates from COVID-19 suspected mothers formed a heterogeneous group, with common perinatal problems, while neonates from COVID-19 positive mothers, hospitalized immediately after birth, were almost term neonates with appropriate birth weight, without need for a lot of treatment. All neonates hospitalized immediately after birth were negative for COVID-19. The only three COVID-19 positive neonates were readmitted after previous discharge home, and they had mild symptoms, mostly one-day fever, and they all recovered completely. All of these neonates are under further follow-up after discharge from the hospital, and all are, for now, in good general condition, and all have continued to breastfeed. Conclusion: Neonates born to mothers with positive COVID-19 infection generally have favorable outcomes, with no convincing case of vertical transmission. Neonatal COVID-19 is mostly asymptomatic, acquired postnatally, and associated with favorable outcomes. The importance of quality triage in the prevention and control of infection is crucial, with consistent implementation of safe practices including proper patient isolation and appropriate protective equipment.
“The Village as a Place of…”. Anchoring the Territorial Identity of the Countryside. Examples from Poland
Authors: WÓJCIK Marcin , TOBIASZ-LIS Paulina
Published: May 2021

The aim of this paper is to discuss how inhabitants of selected villages in Poland perceive their living space, what meanings they assign to it and what is important for them in their nearest neighbourhoods. The presented research is set within the cultural approach in rural geography, in which the notion of experienced and imagined rural spaces is central. We answer the question whether there are any general patterns referring to the process of transforming the space into a “place”, defined by the individual understanding of rurality, strengthening local identity and place attachment. Research was based on guided individual in-depth interviews in order to extract inhabitants’ narratives about the selected villages. Individual stories collected along the study reveal an image of the countryside as significant, often beloved, and close place, marked with a special meaning and value for interviewees, shaping their sense of self and place attachment. The interpretation of these narratives is structured into four categories of “anchors” and “magnets” focused on: 1) the village as a place of generational continuity, attachment, and rootedness; 2) the village as a place of cultivating local customs and remembrance of important historical events; 3) the village as an important, close, and familiar place; 4) the village as an attractive place to live and referred to the person-process-place framework of place attachment.