bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Environmental Modeling for Watershed-based Territorial Planning
Authors: Sperandio Huezer Viganô , Alvarenga Almeida Rafael , Piuzana Mucida Danielle , Bastos Gorgens Eric , Dos Santos Silva Anthoinny Vittoria , Roldi Guariz Hugo , Dias dos Santos Jussiara , Ribeiro Aguiar Guilherme , Soares de Moura Maíse , Brasil Ferreira Pinto Daniel
Published: February 2025

Environmental modeling of watersheds as part of environmental planning is a basic tool for decision-making in public management. In this study, we carried out the modeling of conservation agricultural suitability combined with soil losses for the Ribeirão Santana Watershed (BHRS) in Felício dos Santos, MG. The agricultural use potential (PUC) was determined based on lithologies, soil classes and terrain slope. Soil loss was obtained from the Universal Soil Loss Equation (USLE) which considers the processes of erosivity, erodibility, topographic factor, land use and cover and conservation practices. BHRS has 76% of its area with medium to higher potential for agricultural use, and more than 85% of its area has mild to moderate soil losses (below 10 t.ha‑1.year‑1) . The area has high potential for agricultural use, however it has areas with high rates of soil loss. Thus, it is necessary to implement conservation practices for soil and environment management. The USLE and PUC provided the spatialization and identification of areas with the greatest weaknesses in the basin, demonstrating their efficiency in studies of this nature.
Dimensões Biofísicas e Socioculturais do Riacho do Cavouco
Authors: Lima Marcos Vinícius da Silva Alves de , Silva Joelmir Marques da , Duarte Gabriely Miranda
Published: February 2025

Na perspectiva de correlacionar a estrutura ambiental do Riacho do Cavouco e suas características socioculturais, objetivou-se, com este artigo, realizar a caracterização da infraestrutura verde ao longo de um trecho canalizado do referido corpo hídrico, bem como reunir dados socioculturais associados à área. Para uma compreensão holística do espaço, sucedeu-se uma análise bibliográfica e bibliométrica de análises socioculturais e do nível de degradação ambiental do mesmo. Em seguida, foi realizado o inventário da arborização ao longo de um trecho canalizado do Riacho do Cavouco, permitindo a avaliação da provisão de serviços ecossistêmicos associados à vegetação, com o auxílio do software i-Tree Eco v.6. Este trabalho soma-se a outros, de forma a contribuir para a compreensão da arborização viária do Riacho do Cavouco proporcionando insights valiosos para a gestão pública, oferecendo subsídios que podem orientar a melhoria da arborização da cidade. Foram registradas 30 espécies, distribuídas em 26 gêneros e 12 famílias botânicas. As espécies com maior capacidade de sequestro de carbono na área de estudo são: Handroanthus impetiginosus, Cocos nucifera e Roystonea oleracea, que apresentam os maiores valores monetários associados a esse e outros serviços ecossistêmicos. Entre as forças identificadas para a área, destaca-se a intensa apropriação e uso do espaço pela população, mesmo diante de sua evidente degradação ambiental. Assim, a resiliência como patrimônio cultural sobressai ao natural, mesmo esse sendo valorado como importante para a qualidade de vida e, inclusive, monetariamente.
Avaliação da Acurácia Posicional de Sensor LiDAR Incorporado em Smartphones
Authors: Moreira Gonçalves Enrico , Luiz Albarici Fabio
Published: February 2025

Recentemente, foram introduzidos, pela Apple Inc. dispositivos móveis com sensor LiDAR incorporado. Esses dispositivos podem oferecer uma alternativa econômica e versátil, superando algumas das limitações dos sistemas tradicionais baseados em LiDAR. Nesse contexto, este trabalho avaliou a precisão de nuvens de pontos gerados por smartphones com a tecnologia LiDAR incorporada. A metodologia empregada envolveu a análise das coordenadas tridimensionais de pontos de interesse na nuvem de pontos com  coordenadas tridimensionais dos mesmos pontos levantadas por meio de uma estação total.  Os testes numéricos demonstraram consistência nas coordenadas, com discrepâncias absolutas abaixo de 8,5 cm e uma distribuição normal das discrepâncias em torno da média. A acurácia média dos pontos foi de 2 cm, com a maioria dos pontos apresentando precisão entre 1,6 cm e 2,5 cm. Esses resultados indicam que os dispositivos móveis equipados com LiDAR são capazes de produzir modelos digitais de terreno com precisão suficiente para aplicações na maioria dos trabalhos em engenharia e geociências, fornecendo uma alternativa acessível e conveniente em relação aos levantamentos com laser scanner topográfico.
Dinâmica espaço temporal: variações na composição e configuração da vegetação
Authors: Gonçalves Marques Rita de Cassia , Humberto Vancine Maurício , Rondon Súarez Yzel , Gonçalves Pereira Joelson , Doria Domingos Joab , Beatriz Barros da Silva Ana , Valdivina Pereira Zefa
Published: February 2025

A vegetação em Mato Grosso do Sul sofreu grandes mudanças devido à expansão agropecuária desde 1985, que resultou na perda de 1,2 milhões de hectares de vegetação. Embora existam estudos sobre a modificação da paisagem, eles geralmente se concentram em biomas específicos ou usam diferentes métodos de análise, dificultando comparações abrangentes.Investigamos como as mudanças no uso da terra em áreas de transição no Mato Grosso do Sul afetaram a estrutura vegetal ao longo do tempo. Para tal investigação, utilizamos dados do MAPBIOMAS, para os períodos de 2003, 2006, 2012 e 2021, processados no QGIS, para em seguida realizar as análises multitemporais utilizando quatro métricas de paisagem. Descobrimos que houve uma notável mudança de pastagens para agricultura entre 2003 e 2021, com a porcentagem de pastagem reduzindo de 51% para 36%, enquanto a área destinada à agricultura aumentou de 38% para 50%. Entretanto, tal processo não teve impacto nos fragmentos de vegetação das nossas paisagens. Ademais, notamos que a estrutura da vegetação como sua densidade de borda, forma e distância média entre fragmentos atingiram seus valores médios mais altos em 2012, devido a retrocessos ambientais na lei de proteção de vegetação nativa (LPVN) e à predominância da pecuária nesse período. Sugerimos que futuras pesquisas de restauração ecológica e monitoramento ambiental se concentrem nas áreas limítrofes dos fragmentos e nos efeitos da intensificação da pecuária sobre comunidades vegetais.
Avaliação das Condições de Recarga dos Aquíferos e Análise da Eficiência de Estruturas de Contenção de Sistemas de Drenagem Urbana na Região do Parque Ecológico Veredinha, Brazlândia, Distrito Federal
Authors: Borges Geovane de Barros , Campos José Eloi Guimarães , Souza Rodrigues Drielly
Published: February 2025

O estudo comparou duas áreas com padrões de ocupação distintos: a sub-bacia do Córrego Veredinha (com ampla urbanização das áreas de contribuição) e a sub-bacia do Córrego Pulador (representadas majoritariamente por áreas rurais), ambas no alto curso da Bacia do Rio Descoberto, Distrito Federal. As medidas de vazões mostram que as áreas em que os cursos d’água são alimentados por aquíferos freáticos vinculados a latossolos permanecem perenes com maiores vazões específicas. Os trechos fluviais alimentados por aquíferos rasos associados a cambissolos são intermitentes e mostram vazões específicas menores. O padrão de ocupação urbana desempenha um importante papel na mudança na dinâmica dos recursos hídricos da região, principalmente diminuição da infiltração e aumento do escoamento superficial. A mudança do ciclo hidrológico na área urbana resulta em erosão do leito e margens do curso d’água receptor do excedente de escoamento pluvial. Dessa maneira, é possível afirmar que as bacias de contenção apresentam importante função de limitação dos processos erosivos e de promoção da infiltração e recarga dos aquíferos, contribuindo para a efetiva mitigação dos efeitos da ocupação urbana nas áreas à montante. Neste sentido, a instalação de um sistema de três bacias de contenção foi responsável pelo estabelecimento de um exutório denominado de “Nascente Recente”, não observado antes da implantação deste sistema de gerenciamento do escoamento superficial.
Phenology and production of guava tree cultivars, under two vegetative propagation methods, subjected to fruiting pruning periods in the Brazilian Semiarid
Authors: Ferreira de Souza Filho Júlio , Alves Perreira Gustavo , Gomes da Cunha Jenilton , Missenna Zanon de Andrade Kauany , Ghilardi de Almeida Matheus Hamilton , Albuquerque de Oliveira Ribeiro Taylor Victor , Macedo de Almeida Maria Grasiele , De Sousa Almeida Murilo , Lima Evangelista Thamyres Yara , Sousa dos Santos Adaniel , Carvalho Soares Lucas , Lima Fonseca Weverson , Mário Zuffo Alan
Published: February 2025

Guava (Psidium guajava L.) is known for its wide adaptation to different soil and climate conditions. However, the climatic seasonality of the growing regions exposes the plants to different environmental conditions, capable of influencing their phenology and production. Therefore, determining the behavior of cultivars at different fruiting pruning times is an important tool for crop planning. Thus, the present study aims to evaluate the phenological and productive behavior of guava cultivars, propagated vegetatively at different fruiting pruning times in the semiarid region. The experiment was conducted in randomized blocks, during the period from 2022 to 2023, in a 3 x 6 double factorial arrangement, the factors corresponded to: i) pruning season (rainy-dry, dry-rainy and dry) and, ii) cultivar + propagation method ('Paluma' grafted, 'Paluma' cutting, 'Tailandesa Vermelha' grafted, 'Tailandesa Vermelha' cutting, 'Tailandesa Branca' grafted and 'Tailandesa Branca' cutting). The phenological cycle and productive attributes were evaluated. The results revealed that the propagation methods do not alter the phenological cycle of the cultivars, which was 184 to 196 days. The grafting method provided better productive indices (number of fruits, production, average fruit weight) in the 'Paluma' and 'Tailandesa Branca' cultivars, in the 3 pruning seasons. The cultivars showed a reduced cycle between pruning and harvesting in the dry season. The productive potential of guava is greater in the dry-rainy season. The cultivar 'Tailandesa Branca' propagated by grafting with pruning in the dry-rainy season proved to be more promising in the semiarid region.
Valores de referência de qualidade de radionuclídeos em solos derivados de basalto de áreas de conservação florestal
Authors: Bergamin Bocardi Juliane Maria , Lowe Pletsch Adelmo , Oliveira Bastos Rodrigo , Gil Rodríguez Duvan , Pércio Quinaia Sueli
Published: February 2025

To explore radiochemical differences and similarities between contaminated, intact, and disturbed soils, specially for decision making and regulating norms, it is important to establish Quality Reference Values (QRV) related to natural radionuclides. In this work the 232Th, 238U, and 40K contents and their respective QRV were determined for soils originated from basaltic lithology in an area of approximately 22,851 km² located in the State of Paraná, Brazil. Sampling comprised seventy-two soil samples collected from horizon A in Environmental Conservation Areas, and all of them were analyzed by laboratory gamma ray spectrometry. The results showed total QRV (including all sampled soils) for 232Th, 238U, and 40K, at the 75th percentile, of 57.34 Bq.kg-1 (14.1 ppm of eTh), 36.63 Bq.kg-1 (3.0 ppm of eU) and 56.28 Bq.kg-1 (0.18% K). It was observed a tendency to higher values of 232Th and 238U, and lower values of 40K, according to the soil maturation (Entisol, Ultisol, Oxisol). The same tendency is observed with the increasing of clay content. These appointments were particularly cleared by Principal Component Analysis (PCA). The QRV were also obtained by soil classes, which helps verify their differences in concentrations to avoid erroneous conclusions related to possible contamination of disturbed soils and to provide subsidies for the comparative study of soils with similar characteristics.
Schwarz Algorithms for Stokes-Stokes Coupling
Authors: Kyriakis Alexandros
Published: February 2025

In this article, we exhibit the behavior of the Schwarz algorithms for the Steady Stokes equation in the case of two unbounded subdomains at the continuous level. The Schwarz methods have received a lot of attention during the last decades with the vast development of parallel computing devices. Hermann Amandus Schwarz, a German analyst, is considered to be the pioneer of the Domain Decomposition methods. We will closely observe how the overlapping and non overlapping Schwarz methods work for the steady Stokes problem. This problem has immediate practical application, modeling the flow of an incompressible fluid. For the analysis, we rely on Fourier analysis techniques and we provide comparison of the exhibited methods.
THE ESSENCE OF THE CONCEPT OF “STRATEGIC CULTURE” AND ITS ROLE IN THE FOREIGN POLICY OF THE PRC
Authors:   Russian State University for the Humanities, Romanova Ekaterina A.
Published: February 2025

The article deals with the traditional strategic culture of China, which is considered within the framework of Alastair Johnston’s theory.
Understanding it as a broad context, against the background of which and
under the influence of which the formation of value orientations and basic
character traits of the Chinese nation takes place, which in turn become the
basis for the formation of security concepts and theories of the Chinese nation’s foreign policy strategy, the author emphasizes that China’s strategic
culture is the key to understanding the current issues in the People’s Republic
of China’s outward-looking activity. In particular, as the author emphasizes,
the characteristic features of Chinese strategic culture are the rejection of
hegemony and violence, the orientation toward friendliness and fairness in
building diplomatic relations, and the peaceful resolution of international
conflicts. Chinese strategic culture, being deeply traditional in nature, is
highly adaptable, which allows national political elites, who are the key bearers of strategic culture, to build a flexible course that determines the relationship of the People’s Republic of China with its partners and rivals and is the
key to the growth of Chinese foreign policy influence and economic power of
Celestial Empire (the People’s Republic of China).
ON THE ORGANIZATION OF ORIENTAL LANGUAGES COURSES IN THE PRACTICAL ORIENTAL ACADEMY AT THE IMPERIAL SOCIETY OF ORIENTAL STUDIES AT THE BEGINNING OF THE 20TH CENTURY
Authors:   S.I.Vavilov Institute for the History of Science and Technology of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Zakirova Margarita Kh.
Published: February 2025

The article deals with the creation and work of Oriental languages courses within the framework of the Practical Oriental Academy at
the Imperial Society of Oriental Studies in the early 20th century. Based on
archival materials deposited in the Russian State Military History Archive
and the Russian State Historical Archive, the author considers in detail the
educational policy of the Practical Oriental Academy, paying special attention to the issue of organizing a “military department” there. Separately, the
author analyzes the draft Statute of the Practical Oriental Academy, which
was considered in governmental and scientific circles in 1911–1916, and with
the adoption of which the Academy would have received the status of a higher educational institution and additional opportunities to regulate internal
administrative and educational issues. Having considered those subjects, the
author comes to the conclusion that the main task of the Practical Oriental
Academy was the training of officers and officials preparing for service in
the East, in connection with which the Council of the Society of Oriental
Studies founded a special “military department” engaged in the training of
military specialists with knowledge of Oriental languages, geography and
history, which was necessary for conducting the intelligence. In addition,
the Academy trained students of higher educational institutions willing to
devote themselves to diplomatic and commercial service in the East.
SOCIAL ENTERPRISES AND SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP. NATIONAL AND FOREIGN EXPERIENCE
Authors:   Russian State University for the Humanities, Plyukhina Anastasiya A.
Published: February 2025

The article concludes that social entrepreneurship as a comprehensive driving force of scientific and technological progress, a mechanism for
ensuring innovative development of socio-economic systems, plays a leading role in the public welfare process. The author analyzes the process of formation
and development of social entrepreneurship, the prerequisites for its emergence
in international practice and reveals the features of the creation of a social entrepreneurial system in Russia as a socially oriented state, taking into account
the possible solution to the issues of forming sustainable socio-economic effects
THE DIGITAL DIVIDE AND THE APPROACHES TO ITS ASSESSMENT. INTERNATIONAL DIMENSION
Authors:   St. Petersburg University, Bogomaz Ekaterina V.
Published: February 2025

The modern economy is characterized by is characterized by increased role of the new technologies based on Industry 4.0 which significantly
improve the efficiency of production. The rise in the level of informatisation, digitalisation of society and digital skills is essential for states in their internal policies, since in combination those factors are creating the digital environment that
is necessary for the exploitation of more and more complex technologies and the
creation of new ones, improving the country’s competitive position on the world
stage. The purpose of the article is to study the existing approaches to the assessment of the digital divide, analyze and define a set of criteria for the economic
analysis of the digital divide, which to the right extent reflects the economic aspect
of such phenomenon for inter-country comparisons. The methodological basis of
the research is based on the structural-functional method, which made it possible
to identify the main elements defining the essence of the digital divide; historical
and logical methods, which were used for analyzing the development of theories
forming the conceptual basis for the digital divide. The conducted analysis in the
development of theoretical concepts related to the information society, technological gap and digital divide leads to the conclusion that the current approaches
to the assessment of the digital divide are based to a greater extent on the instruments of sociological research. The author suggests an approach to the analysis
of the digital divide that combines indicators of the digital environment, digital
economy and digital sovereignty and is based on the four groups of indicators:
access to the Internet, the readiness of the population to use digital technologies
effectively, the level of business digitalisation, digital potential.
The Imperium of Fate and Coincidence in Thomas Hardy
Authors: Sharma Vivek
Published: February 2025

This study examines the theme of fate and coincidence in the works of Thomas Hardy, focusing on how these elements influence the lives of his characters and shape the narrative. Through a comprehensive analysis of secondary sources, the study aims to shed light on Hardy's portrayal of the imperium of fate and coincidence in his novels and poems, highlighting the philosophical and existential questions raised by these themes in his literary works.
Artificial intelligence in road construction: prospects and challenges
Authors:   Kharkiv National Automobile and Highway University, Department of Automation and Computer-Aided Technologies, Gurko Oleksandr , Miroshnyk Vladyslav ,   Kharkiv National Automobile and Highway University, Department of Automation and Computer-Aided Technologies
Published: February 2025

Purpose: Artificial Intelligence (AI), along with other technologies associated with Industry
4.0, has had an expanding impact on all sectors of the economy. Implementing AI technologies
in road construction promises a number of benefits, including increased safety and productivity,
improved quality of work performed, and reduced costs. The paper reviews various applications
of AI in road construction. Additionally, it analyses the potential challenges and risks that
hinder the rapid adoption of AI in this industry.
Design/methodology/approach: In total, 54 references were analysed to determine what AI is,
its main technologies, how and where these technologies are used in the road construction
industry, and the challenges faced in implementing AI.
Findings: The most significant applications of AI in road construction were recognised,
covering the entire life cycle of a road, from planning to maintenance. The main challenges to
be overcome for further AI implementation in road construction were also identified.
Research limitations/implications: The paper is limited to technological processes related to
road construction and operation and does not examine other related areas, such as intelligent
transport systems.
Originality/value: The paper informs society and professionals in road construction about
current trends in the use of AI technologies; it will facilitate their further adoption and address
existing challenges.
Keywords: artificial intelligence, road construction, review.
Category of the paper: Literature review, viewpoint.
A project to improve the production process using lean manufacturing tools
Authors:   Silesian University of Technology, Gliwice, Poland, Koper Bartosz , Fornalczyk Agnieszka ,   Silesian University of Technology, Gliwice
Published: February 2025

Purpose: This study investigates the production process of the selected product, aiming to
identify and implement improvements. The objective is to analyze various stages of the
production process to pinpoint areas that can be optimized for enhanced efficiency and quality.
By focusing on the selected product, the study will evaluate current methodologies, employ
advanced techniques, and propose actionable solutions to improve overall production
outcomes.
Design/methodology/approach: The core methodologies employed in this project were Value
Stream Mapping (VSM) and the 5S framework. VSM was utilized to visualize the current state
of the production process, identify inefficiencies, and design an optimized future state.
Concurrently, the 5S methodology was applied to organize the workspace, enhance efficiency,
and maintain discipline in operations. These methodologies were chosen for their proven
effectiveness in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
Findings: The study meticulously documented the state of the production process before the
implementation of these improvements, providing a baseline for comparison. After the
application of VSM and 5S, the production process was re-evaluated to measure the impact of
the improvements. The results demonstrated significant enhancements in efficiency,
organization, and overall productivity.
Practical implications: The findings of this research underscore the importance of structured
project management and the strategic application of lean methodologies in manufacturing. The
improvements observed in the production process of selected product serve as a testament to
the effectiveness of VSM and 5S in driving process optimization. This study provides valuable
insights for manufacturing professionals seeking to implement similar improvements in their
own production processes.
Originality/value: The originality and value of this research lie in its practical application and
comprehensive analysis of Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and the 5S framework,
demonstrating their combined effectiveness in significantly enhancing efficiency, organization,
and productivity in the production process of the selected product.
Keywords: Lean Manufacturing, Visual Management, Standardization, Value Stream
Mapping.
Category of the paper: Case study.
The future of man in a world of artificial intelligence
Authors:   Silesian University of Technology, Marszałek-Kotzur Izabela
Published: February 2025

Purpose: The aim of this article is to provide an overview of some of the problems arising from
the rapid development and elevation of the status of machines and the increasing disregard for
human rights in the context of the use of advanced artificial intelligence. The considerations
carried out lead to the conclusion that the pace of development of modern technologies,
outstripping the human capacity to comprehend them, poses the danger of machines' actions
escaping human control.
Design/methodology/approach: The study is theoretical in nature and based on a critical
analysis of the literature on the subject. The literature has been limited to some of the literature
on artificial intelligence and related issues.
Findings: The research shows that the pace of development of modern technologies is far ahead
of human competence in their control and use. There is also a lack of sufficient reflection on
the dangers of surrendering decision-making to machines, for example, or placing responsibility
on them.
Originality/value: The technological reality requires the development of new ethics, ethics
adapted to the development of artificial intelligence, taking into account the increasingly
complex ethical challenges. The article can serve as a starting point for a detailed study of the
work of developing proposals for new ethics in this field.
Keywords: humans, artificial intelligence, threats.
Category of the paper: Conceptual paper.
Integration of ESG and incentive systems dedicated to management in the mining industry
Authors:   Silesian University of Technology, Faculty of Organization and Management, Michalak Aneta , Zochorek Michał ,   Jastrzębska Spółka Węglowa SA
Published: February 2025

Purpose: The aim of the article is to examine and evaluate how ESG practices can be
effectively integrated with incentive systems for management in the mining industry and what
possibilities they offer in achieving sustainable development goals while simultaneously
increasing the engagement and efficiency of management through appropriate incentive
systems.
Design/methodology/approach: The article is exploratory in nature, focusing on the analysis
of the relevant literature. The methodology includes an in-depth review of national and
international literature on incentive systems and sustainable development. This analysis allows
for an understanding of how the integration of ESG and incentive systems impacts corporate
governance.
Findings: The conducted research provides important conclusions for management in the
mining sector, indicating that incentive systems integrating ESG goals can be more engaging
and valuable than traditional incentive systems focused solely on financial or operational
outcomes.
Research limitations/implications: The research presented in the article may contribute to
further empirical studies, particularly in the context of the long-term impact of these systems
on financial results, sustainable development of companies, and the risks and opportunities of
sustainable development in business.
Practical implications: The practical implications of the conducted research enable their
application in restructuring incentive systems in mining enterprises, with greater consideration
of ESG aspects.
Originality/value: The research results indicate the need for a comprehensive reconstruction
of incentive systems in mining enterprises to better integrate ESG goals and respond to the
requirements of the European Green Deal.
Keywords: ESG, incentive systems, mining, corporate responsibility, sustainable
development, motivation.
Category of the paper: Research Article, General Overview.
Evolution of solid and gas fuel reactors in the municipal economy
Authors:   Silesian University of Technology, Wójcik Juliusz
Published: February 2025

Purpose: The aim of this article is to show the evolution of reaction chambers for solid and
gaseous fuels and to propose a new design solution that intensifies the heat exchange process
and increases the efficiency of the heating device.
Design/methodology/approach: Previous designs of reaction chambers in boiler devices are
mainly based on convective heat exchange. New solutions proposed in this work make the heat
exchange process mainly through radiation more effective. These solutions have been patented
in the Polish Patent Office.
Findings: New designs of combustion chambers, in which mainly radiative heat flow is
realized, allow for increased power of the boiler device and low emission of pollutants.
They eliminate the disadvantages of conventional solutions, which are often burdensome in
operation.
Research limitations/implications: The new type of reaction chambers based on radiative heat
flow will certainly be the subject of energy and emission research, as a result of which it will
be possible to carry out a possible correction of the design parameters to optimize the energy
conversion process, taking into account different types of fuel burned.
Practical implications: The article presents a practical solution for the construction of reaction
chambers realizing radiative heat flow between the combustion zone and the heat exchanger
walls. The increase in the power of heating devices with their relatively small dimensions and
friendly use will stimulate their common use in the municipal economy.
Social implications: Correct implementation of the projects included in the article may
contribute to the satisfaction of users with improved living conditions, generated savings and
contact with modern construction solutions.
Originality/value: This paper presents new and patented designs of reaction chambers of boiler
devices in which mainly radiative heat exchange is carried out.
Keywords: reaction chambers, combustion, gas boilers, coal boilers, heat exchange.
Category of the paper: Research paper.
QUEST FOR SOCIAL, POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC IDENTITIES OF WOMEN IN SHASHI DESHPANDE’S THAT LONG SILENCE
Authors: Shamurailatpam Geeta Devi
Published: February 2025

The important step to women’s emancipation is the financial independence of women. The novel That Long Silence shows the need to have one’s income confined to both this elite class of women as well as women of lower class who do not have the opportunity to learn and educate themselves. The protagonist, Jaya could earn both fame and money by her regular column called “Seeta”. Maid servant Jeeja earns money and maintains her family when her husband gets remarried to another woman as she is barren. She is a thorough professional and dignity of labour. She feels proud of her work and manages to earn more than the other maids because of her “reputation of reliability”. Financial independence on women’s amelioration really helps to free them from their total dependence syndrome to a certain extent for achieving their goal in quest for Social, Political and the Economic identities.
STUDY OF THE IMPACT OF FAMILY BACKGROUND OF ADOLESCENTS ON THEIR INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL PERSONALITY AND EDUCATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT
Authors: Kashyap Reena , Sharma Kavita
Published: February 2025

A child is helpless at the time of birth, the task of strengthening that helpless child is done by his parents. Parents are the trainers and helpers of the child. If the environment of the house is favorable to the child, then the parents are successful in shaping the child. According to Prof. Lister Smith - A school should not only be a place to impart theoretical knowledge, but a school should be a place to impart permanent knowledge to the children and the environment of the school should enhance the teaching ability of the teachers and help in the development of the personality of the learners. Students are provided a strong foundation in the family by the parents. And on this foundation, the educational achievement of the students is enhanced in the form of a palace in the schools and the student in the form of a palace is decorated with battlements by the people. By acquiring knowledge, a student who was helpless, weak at the time of birth and his mind was like a blank slate, gets educated and achieves the peak of achievements due to which he gets the position of an officer, this is his educational achievement.
Dendrimer multifunctional complexes for genetic therapy of cancer
Authors: Stanovaya A. , Terekhova M. , Abashkin V. , Ulashchik E. , Shcherbin D.
Published: February 2025

Every year there is a rapid increase in cancer, which is one of the main causes of death. Methods used to treat cancer often do not produce the desired results and can cause various side effects. Therefore, to effectively combat cancer, it is necessary to find new solutions. The use of nanotechnology opens up new opportunities in the diagnosis and treatment of human malignant tumors. Nanoparticles used in antitumor therapy can act as carriers of drugs and nucleic acids,  and also reduce the toxicity of anticancer drugs. This review is devoted to the analysis of the interaction of various nanomaterials with small anticancer RNAs.  Data are presented on the use of some non-toxic and effective multifunctional nanoconjugates in gene therapy for the treatment and diagnosis of cancer.
ASSISTÊNCIA DE ENFERMAGEM AO IDOSO COM DESNUTRIÇÃO GRAVE: UMA REVISÃO INTEGRATIVA
Authors: Silva Denison Leandro da , OLIVEIRA CAMILE EMANUELE SILVA , Castilho Ana Paula Garcia , Souza Flavia Dos Santos Lugão De
Published: February 2025

Neste artigo, exploramos a desnutrição em idosos, suas causas, sintomas e cuidados de enfermagem. Com o envelhecimento da população, o cuidado com a saúde dos idosos torna-se essencial. A desnutrição, comum nessa faixa etária, pode resultar em complicações sérias. A assistência de enfermagem desempenha um papel crucial na identificação, prevenção e tratamento da desnutrição, envolvendo uma abordagem multidisciplinar. Este estudo busca conscientizar sobre a importância do cuidado nutricional no envelhecimento saudável e instruir os profissionais de enfermagem nessa área. A revisão integrativa destaca a necessidade de estratégias sistemáticas para prevenir a desnutrição em idosos e a importância da abordagem holística e humanizada no cuidado.
Relações Humanas na Sociedade, no Empreendedorismo e no Varejo
Authors: Mouta Ivan
Published: February 2025

Reflexões sobre as relações humanas nos diversos ambientes e da importância de se valorizar verdadeiramente as pessoas, respeitando suas escolhas e entendendo suas particularidades.
Etnobotânica: Plantas Medicinais do Município de Açailândia - MA
Authors: azevedo Suellen alves de , Bueno Rayssa Gabrielle Pereira de Castro , Nunes Ana Luiza Correia , Silva Débora Oliveira Da , Vale Denise Pereira do , Xavier Driele Souza , Nabarro Júnior Edmar Zimerer , Sousa Ellen Caroline Tavares , Felix Eduarda Regina Silva , Silva Gustavo Barbosa Sobreira Passos , Oliveira Gustavo Saymon Amaral de , Mesquita Gustavo Silva , Sousa Hanna Mércia Dias , Leite Hernan Teixeira , Sousa Neto Henrique Saraiva de , Teixeira Isabelle Sousa , Fernandes Júnior João de Deus , Hora Júlio César Silva da , Alencar Ketly , Andrade Lauany Carvalho de , Soares Leander Motta Wessellenns , Alberto Mário , Souza Mikelly Silva de , Cardoso Nayane Araújo , Alencar Rebeca , Alencar Rairon Mota de , Carvalho Rhamon Galletti Gava de , Rocha Tatiany Sousa , Silva Tasso Lucas Morais , Silva Tietri Antônio Farias Da
Published: February 2025

O presente livro é uma valiosa contribuição para o campo da Etnobotânica e da medicina, desenvolvido por acadêmicos de medicina com o objetivo de aprofundar o conhecimento sobre as práticas fitoterápicas tradicionais no município de Açailândia, no estado do Maranhão. Com um estudo detalhado sobre os termos populares e os usos de plantas medicinais na região, esta obra apresenta uma fusão entre os saberes tradicionais e as abordagens científicas contemporâneas.

A pesquisa realizada pelos discentes tem como base as fontes tradicionais da comunidade local, com um olhar atento para a forma como as plantas são utilizadas na medicina popular. Além disso, a obra propõe uma integração desses conhecimentos com os avanços da medicina moderna, mostrando como as práticas fitoterápicas podem complementar e enriquecer os tratamentos contemporâneos.

Ao resgatar e documentar esse saber ancestral, o livro não apenas valoriza a medicina tradicional, mas também abre um espaço para a reflexão sobre a importância de preservar e integrar diferentes formas de conhecimento no cuidado à saúde. É uma obra que promete ser um referencial tanto para acadêmicos quanto para profissionais da saúde e para aqueles interessados na riqueza cultural e medicinal das comunidades do Maranhão.

Esse estudo revela, portanto, o potencial das plantas medicinais da região de Açailândia e reforça a relevância do diálogo entre a ciência e os saberes populares, propondo um olhar mais holístico e integrado para a medicina.
Entre passado e presente e as heranças que ainda restam: a prática do desaparecimento forçado mediante uma análise dos casos Gomes Lund e Almir Muniz submetidos à CIDH
Authors: Pereira Fernanda Maria de Oliveira
Published: February 2025

O presente artigo busca analisar os casos Gomes Lund e outros vs Brasil e Muniz da Silva vs Brasil e o desaparecimento forçado de pessoas. Ambos os casos envolvem o Estado brasileiro como parte, foram submetidos à apreciação da Corte Interamericana de Direitos Humanos e tratam do desaparecimento forçado de pessoas. O objetivo do trabalho é descritivo, vez que se estudam os conceitos, o teor das normas que serão apresentadas e os documentos produzidos no teor da tramitação dos casos, bem como o contexto em que estas informações se inserem. Desta forma, passa-se primeiro a analisar os sistemas de proteção dos direitos humanos, principalmente o sistema interamericano, do qual o Brasil faz parte, e os dois principais órgãos do sistema: a Comissão e a Corte Interamericana de Direitos Humanos. Em seguida, passa-se à análise da construção normativa do delito de desaparecimento forçado no âmbito internacional e a jurisprudência da própria Corte Interamericana produzida quando da análise de outros casos que também envolvem o delito de desaparecimento forçado. Por fim, chega-se à análise concreta dos casos retromencionados – Gomes Lund e Muniz da Silva – por meio da tramitação destes na Comissão e na Corte Interamericana e dos documentos produzidos quando desta tramitação. A abordagem da pesquisa será qualitativa e bibliográfica, realizada por meio do levantamento de material já publicado. A utilização de resultados, por sua vez, será pura e de aplicabilidade imediata, buscando contribuir para conhecimento já existente através do acúmulo de informações.
O DESAFIO DA SAÚDE MENTAL
Authors: Soares Dulcilene Ribeiro
Published: February 2025

As políticas públicas de saúde no Brasil e mais especificamente as de saúde mental surgem no contexto do capitalismo liberal e não podem ser entendidas fora do contexto do surgimento da política do Estado bem-estar social. A ideologia democrática que envolve essas políticas, faz-nos acreditar na sua eficácia e eficiência, obstruindo-nos por vezes a visão real do que acontece no país, onde planejamento e iniciativa no sentido de implementá-las esbarra na questão gritante da desigualdade social, epidemia, que assola o país de norte sul. Esse estudo é uma reflexão acerca dessas políticas, de sua gênese e da forma como são gestadas, buscando além de uma avaliação técnica e teórica, uma avaliação de nossas possibilidades enquanto profissionais no sentido de fazer “a nossa parte.”, tendo a perspectiva humanista e humanitária como caminho como caminho. O recorte aqui escolhido, a saúde mental, tendo como de fundo a atuação de um Centro de Atenção Psicossocial em seu tratamento a pacientes esquizofrênicos, mostra como é possível aliar ao imprescindível tratamento medicamentoso, acompanhamento psicoterápico, atividade educacional (lúdica e física), de forma contínua e ininterrupta ultrapassando de forma quase ininteligível os empecilhos da gestão pública.
A Importância dos Dados Abertos na Educação: um estudo de caso dos dados abertos da CAPES
Authors: Marques Francis Bento , Marques Yuri Bento , Maculan Benildes Coura Moreira dos Santos , Souza Renato Rocha
Published: February 2025

Este capítulo discute a importância dos dados abertos no contexto educacional e
científico, com ênfase na transparência, inovação e participação cidadã.
Inicialmente, abordam-se os conceitos de dados abertos e visualização de dados,
destacando como esses elementos promovem uma comunicação mais clara e
acessível dos resultados de pesquisa, impulsionada pela necessidade crescente de
transparência e pela capacidade das tecnologias modernas de lidar com grandes
volumes de dados. No ambiente acadêmico, especialmente em áreas como a
Ciência da Informação, a visualização de dados é fundamental para comunicar
padrões, tendências e relações entre dados científicos. Ainda, este capítulo traz um
estudo de caso baseado nos dados abertos da CAPES, analisando a produção
acadêmica em programas de pós-graduação em Ciência da Informação no Brasil.
Essa análise permite identificar tendências geográficas e institucionais, além de
evidenciar desafios e oportunidades para o desenvolvimento da área. Ao final, o
capítulo destaca como a disponibilização de dados abertos e o uso de ferramentas
de visualização podem subsidiar políticas educacionais, estimular novas pesquisas
e fortalecer o conhecimento científico.
Educação Financeira: abordagens integradas e qualidade educacional
Authors: Lima Nilton Cesar , Souza Gustavo Henrique Silva de
Published: February 2025

Este capítulo apresentou a interseção entre educação financeira, qualidade
educacional e inclusão financeira ao viés socioeconômico. O elenco das discussões
enfatizou não apenas a preocupação em lidar com o dinheiro como objeto fim às
decisões de investimentos, mas também destacou a importância de um uso
assertivo dos recursos para o consumo. Isso se reflete na aplicação racional e
informada nas escolhas financeiras dos indivíduos, com ênfase na educação
financeira das crianças, que desempenham um papel central no processo de
aprendizado sobre o uso do dinheiro. As abordagens encontradas dividem-se em
dois fatores: o educacional e o socioeconômico, como elementos passíveis de
melhor conduzir as decisões informadas, de modo que, representem um canal
perceptivo para a educação. Apesar de a educação financeira estar presente de
forma transversal nos currículos escolares desde 2020, é fundamental integrar essa
temática de maneira mais efetiva para avaliar seu impacto no nível de
endividamento e nas decisões de consumo, sobretudo às famílias mais vulneráveis.
Portanto, este capítulo abordou a influência dos fatores educacional e
socioeconômico na educação financeira de famílias de baixa renda, destacando a
importância das decisões informadas dos recursos e a necessidade de integrar a
educação financeira de forma mais efetiva nas escolas.
Competências Digitais em Contextos Educacionais: abordagens inovadoras e desafios contemporâneos
Authors: Souza Wanise Sidália Sanguinete Santos , Santos Aline Patrícia Sobral dos , Silva Danilo Pereira da , Vieira Fábia Magali Santos
Published: February 2025

Este capítulo discutiu sobre as competências digitais (CD) e as tecnologias digitais
(TD) no contexto educacional. São discutidos os conceitos de CD e de TD, refletindo
sobre as implicações das TD para o desenvolvimento de CD em docentes. Analisa-
se, ainda, os impactos dessas tecnologias no âmbito educacional, em conformidade
com as diretrizes legais, como a Lei de Diretrizes e Bases da Educação (LDB), que
prevê a integração dessas competências no currículo escolar. Enfatiza-se a
importância da adoção de uma abordagem integrada e crítica na utilização de
tecnologias no contexto educacional. Também, verifica-se a necessidade de
formação de educadores em competências digitais para criar ambientes de
aprendizagem colaborativos. Além disso, aborda-se a avaliação de CD em
diferentes níveis de proficiência, buscando compreender as habilidades,
conhecimentos e atitudes dos indivíduos em relação à integração das tecnologias
digitais em suas práticas diárias e profissionais.
Is Anecdotal Evidence Science?
Authors: Gupta Anoop
Published: February 2025

It is asked how, if at all, can anecdotal evidence help us understand human thinking and behavior? First, the early views about anecdotal evidence are charted. Second, specific ways anecdotal evidence is used or could be, in conjunction with quantitative studies, independently, or for fields that require subjective self-understanding, running the gamut from economics to teaching, to medicine, to literature, are delved into. Finally, the ways in which anecdotal evidence can be used in scientific inquiry are summarized.
Clinical and therapeutic aspects in skin cancer: Clinical study in a tertiary center from Romania
Authors: Craescu Mihaela , Bobeica Carmen , Niculet Elena , Musat Carmina , Mihailov Raul , Bujoreanu Florin Ciprian , Bujoreanu-Bezman Laura , Murariu Gabriel , Dobre Andreea-Georgiana , Nicolescu Alin Codrut , Tatu Alin Laurentiu
Published: February 2025

Introduction: Skin cancer registers worldwide high morbidity and mortality rates, with costly medical services, its major histopathology subtypes being basal and squamous cell carcinoma, melanoma.

Materials and method: This 5-year retrospective study included 84 patients admitted to the “Sfântul Apostol Andrei” Emergency Clinical Hospital of Galați in the oncology and radiotherapy clinic during January 2018-October 2022.

Results: Skin malignancies represented 3.56% of the oncological cases admitted from January 2018 to October 2022. The most prevalent etiological factors were sun exposure and light-colored skin (84.52%). Most cases registered discomfort due to local and persistent itching (59.52%). Histopathologically, most cases were squamous cell carcinomas (51.19%). The most frequent treatment methods were surgical intervention (100%), radiotherapy (100%), chemotherapy (7.14%), immunotherapy (7.14%), with a 5-year survival rate of 95.23%.

Conclusions: The available screening programs help with skin cancer early diagnosis, leading to favorable outcomes and reducing complication risks.
Balanitis with palmoplantar erythrodysesthesia: A case report and review of literature
Authors: Al-Husain Khalid , Alsindi Zahra , Al-Faraidy Nadya , Qudaih Ahmad , Mohammad Gamil
Published: February 2025

Capecitabine a pro-drug of 5-fluorouracil is a commonly used chemotherapeutic agent for the treatment of many cancers. A common side effect of this agent is palmar-plantar erythrodysesthesia. However, genital ulceration is an unusual side effect reported only a few times in the literature. Herein, we present a patient with unusual genital ulceration and palmoplantar erythrodysesthesia following capecitabine chemotherapy and review similar cases from the literature and review their pathophysiology and management strategies.
Aspecto Eclesiológico dos Sacramentos
Authors: Lorscheider Aloísio
Published: February 2025

Meios vitais de nossa santificação, ou então instrumentos pelos quais o tesouro dos méritos de Cristo a ser distribuído pela Igreja chega às nossas almas, constituem os sacramentos o cerne da vida eclesiástica, uma vez que o fim da Igreja é tornar perene a obra redentora, cujo escopo é a “recapitulação” total em Cristo (Ef 1, 10). Este aspecto eclesiológico dos sacramentos merece mais e mais focalizado na teologia por ser forte estímulo para uma vida católica mais intensa e luz para uma compreensão mais perfeita de muitas exigências morais e jurídicas.
Desenvolvendo o tema, examinaremos o conceito de Igreja, para em seguida tratar sumariamente de cada sacramento.