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VIOLAÇÕES ESTRUTURAIS NO SISTEMA INTERAMERICANO DE DIREITOS HUMANOS: UMA ANÁLISE A PARTIR DO CASO FAVELA NOVA BRASÍLIA VS. BRASIL
Authors: França Eduarda Peixoto da Cunha , Pedrosa Tomás Araújo , Nóbrega Flavianne Fernanda Bitencourt
Published: May 2023

Objetivos: O presente trabalho tem como objetivo central compreender se a condenação brasileira pela Corte Interamericana de Direitos Humanos (Corte IDH), no caso Favela Nova Brasília vs. Brasil, provocou efeitos materiais e simbólicos capazes de auxiliar no enfrentamento de um litígio estrutural provocado pelo mau funcionamento do sistema de segurança pública no estado do Rio de Janeiro.Metodologia: Adota-se o método dedutivo e pesquisa de cunho bibliográfico-documental, com abordagem qualitativa.Resultados: Não obstante a importância do Sistema Interamericano de Direitos Humanos, o descumprimento quase que integral das penalidades apresentadas na decisão que condena o Brasil pelas atrocidades cometidas no caso em questão demonstra o descaso do país com a efetivação dos direitos humanos, bem como uma evidente violação de obrigações internacionais. Destaca-se, ainda nesse sentido, que nenhuma das três medidas integralmente adotadas pelo Brasil, visando à superação do problema relativo ao sistema de segurança pública do estado do Rio de Janeiro, têm caráter estrutural. Diante desse cenário, vislumbra-se que, até o presente momento, a sentença não provocou os efeitos materiais ou simbólicos pretendidos.Contribuições: A condenação brasileira no caso Favela Nova Brasília vs. Brasil, apesar de não ter surtido todos os resultados objetivados, teve um efeito material inesperado: serviu como força motriz para a propositura da ADPF 635, conhecida como “ADPF das Favelas”. A referida Ação mostrou-se um importante instrumento de enfrentamento às nefastas violações a direitos humanos e fundamentais provocadas pela política de segurança pública do estado do Rio de Janeiro, bem como um marco no que concerne ao empoderamento das vítimas, que enxergaram no STF um foro de deliberação política e um locus no qual suas demandas poderiam ser atendidas. Ainda nesse sentido, a Ação aborda diretamente o fato de que a violência policial atinge, sobretudo, a população preta que habita as favelas, aspecto importante na luta contra o racismo estrutural. Essa realidade reforça a capacidade do Sistema Interamericano de Direitos Humanos de provocar impactos transformadores, bem como destaca a relevância do trabalho realizado pela Corte IDH, sobretudo em cenários de extrema desigualdade, exclusão e violência como o brasileiro.
A ENCRUZILHADA DOS NANOFOODS NO BRASIL: ENTRE A EMERGÊNCIA DE UMA ARTICULAÇÃO POLÍTICA E AS DIFICULDADES NA COORDENAÇÃO DE AÇÕES PARA O SETOR
Authors: Fernandes Rafael Gonçalves , Varella Marcelo Dias
Published: May 2023

Objetivo: Este artigo científico tem como objetivo central abordar a temática da necessidade de uma articulação política em nanoalimentação no Brasil, que indique os caminhos seguros na comercialização dos produtos alimentícios com nanotecnologia. Principalmente diante dos potenciais riscos à ingestão de algumas substâncias em nanoescala. Metodologia: É importante esclarecer que inexiste regulamentação específica para a nanotecnologia no Brasil e que alguns desses nanoalimentos já estão sendo comercializados no mercado de consumo. Diante desse cenário, o método a ser utilizado é o hipotético-dedutivo, tendo como fio condutor a pesquisa bibliográfica e a coleta de informações junto aos órgãos competentes, com base na Lei de Acesso à Informação.Resultados: Identificou-se que uma futura coordenação de ações perpassa pela união de esforços de algumas organizações públicas ligadas à segurança alimentar, bem como da iniciativa privada responsável pela industrialização desses produtos. Assim, defendeu-se que cabe ao Sistema Nacional de Segurança Alimentar e Nutricional (Sisan) a formulação de políticas públicas direcionadas ao setor, por meio da coordenação de ações interministeriais e da participação comunitária dos conselhos e dos órgãos responsáveis. Em contrapartida, compete à Anvisa a análise técnica dos riscos e da regulamentação dessa novel food, em diálogo com o setor privado.Contribuições: Estudos científicos indicam que, no nível nano, a toxidade dessas substâncias pode ser diferenciada e prejudicial à saúde de seres vivos e ao meio ambiente. Assim, a principal contribuição da presente pesquisa está em identificar quais são os agentes responsáveis pela regulação e pela formulação de políticas públicas dos nanofoods no cenário brasileiro. Tal abordagem também auxilia no esclarecimento sobre os potenciais riscos e adverte sobre a emergência do desenvolvimento seguro e sustentável dessa nova tecnologia.
DIRETRIZES CURRICULARES NACIONAIS DOS CURSOS DE DIREITO: A INSERÇÃO DOS MÉTODOS CONSENSUAIS DE SOLUÇÃO DE CONFLITOS E A CONSTRUÇÃO DE UMA CULTURA DO DIÁLOGO
Authors: Rodrigues Horácio Wanderlei , Ottoboni Maria Fernanda Stocco , Santos Ricardo Soares Stersi dos
Published: May 2023

Objetivos: O presente trabalho tem por objetivos promover uma reflexão sobre a inclusão dos Métodos Consensuais de Solução de Conflitos nas Diretrizes Curriculares Nacionais (DCNs) dos Cursos de Graduação em Direito – Resolução CNE/CES nº 5/2018, com as alterações introduzidas pela Resolução CNE/CES nº 2/2021 –, como conteúdo e prática obrigatórios, visando à construção de uma Cultura do Diálogo.Metodologia: A pesquisa foi documental e bibliográfica, de caráter qualitativa, com natureza exploratória, trabalhando com raciocínio dedutivo. A questão que buscou ser respondida diz respeito ao grau de inserção dos Métodos Consensuais de Solução de Conflitos nas atuais DCNs dos Cursos de Direito e ao possível impacto que tal medida poderá ter na construção da Cultura do Diálogo.Resultado: Conclui-se que, com a implementação das atuais DCNs, passa a haver a exigência legal de que os acadêmicos de Direito passem a estudar, com maior destaque, teórico e prático, os Métodos Consensuais de Solução de Conflitos, ensejando a modificação da cultura de administração dos conflitos jurídicos de uma perspectiva da sentença para uma perspectiva do consenso.Contribuições: A pesquisa demonstrou que o tema é de grande relevância acadêmica e profissional e que, a partir da edição das novas DCNs, os, Métodos Consensuais de Solução de Conflitos, que já se caracterizavam como política pública do estado brasileiro, passam agora a integrar, obrigatoriamente, também a formação de todos os futuros profissionais da área de Direito.
A PRETENSÃO INDEMNIZATÓRIA EM AÇÕES POPULARES DE PRIVATE ENFORCEMENT
Authors: Melro Ana
Published: May 2023

Contextualização: O artigo aborda a satisfação indemnizatória por facto ocorrido em violação do direito da concorrência, concretamente, a Lei n.º 23/2018, de 5 de junho (Lei de Private Enforcement). A tutela da pretensão indemnizatória ao abrigo da lei de private enforcement é realizada através da Lei da Ação Popular (Lei n.º 83/95, de 31 de agosto), combinando as regras do Código Civil, se o facto for decorrente de uma relação interindividual; ou do Código do Processo nos Tribunais Administrativos, se a relação envolver a Administração.Objetivo: O objetivo deste artigo é esclarecer ao leitor relativamente ao papel da lei de private enforcement e da tutela por via da ação popular quando a finalidade é a obtenção de uma indemnização por violação do direito da concorrência.Método: Para o efeito, recorreu-se à pesquisa bibliográfica, à análise legislativa e jurisprudencial nacional.Resultados: Um dos resultados extraídos foi a possibilidade existente de recorrer ao instituto da ação popular como forma de tutelar indemnizatórias no direito da concorrência.Conclusões: Para que tal seja possível, há a necessidade de conjugar diversos diplomas legais nacionais e europeus. Ademais, será relevante ter em consideração as partes intervenientes no processo, a saber: a autora (associação ou empresa que se apresenta a juízo), a parte (representada em juízo pela autora) e o (eventual) terceiro financiador.
A INVOCAÇÃO DAS EXPECTATIVAS DO INVESTIDOR PARA DETERMINAR UMA DESAPROPRIAÇÃO INDIRETA NA ARBITRAGEM INTERNACIONAL DOS INVESTIMENTOS
Authors: Monebhurrun Nitish
Published: May 2023

Objetivo: O presente artigo examina a função das expectativas dos investidores estrangeiros na determinação de uma desapropriação indireta em arbitragens de investimentos internacionais. A desapropriação indireta ocorre quando uma medida regulatória do Estado que tem o objetivo de reger uma determinada política pública projeta efeitos que são equiparados a uma desapropriação. O impacto da medida no investimento estrangeiro é de natureza a neutralizá-lo e a torná-lo inoperante. Na prática do Direito Internacional dos Investimentos, os acordos de proteção dos investimentos bem como a jurisprudência arbitral têm se referido às expectativas inequívocas e razoáveis dos investidores para analisar os efeitos desapropriatórios das medidas regulatórias do Estado. Contudo, os contornos dessas expectativas ainda não estão nitidamente delimitados, de forma a dificultar a busca da legitimidade e da razoabilidade das expectativas dos investidores. O artigo aborda essa problemática.Metodologia: A pesquisa foi realizada de forma qualitativa com base em fontes primárias e secundárias. Uma amostra de acordos de proteção de investimentos e da jurisprudência arbitral foi, para tanto, estudada. Utilizou-se, outrossim, um método indutivo, partindo de casos concretos para compreender e para explicar a legitimidade e a razoabilidade das expectativas do investidor.Resultados: Conclui-se que o uso das expectativas legítimas para identificar uma desapropriação indireta deve ser embasado em representações objetivas, claras e inequívocas feitas pelo Estado ao investidor de formar a legitimar as suas expectativas. Demonstra-se também que a delimitação das expectativas depende obrigatoriamente do comportamento adotado pelo investidor durante as suas operações.Contribuições: O artigo apresenta uma reflexão para racionalizar o uso das expectativas do investidor no Direito Internacional dos Investimentos e, mais especificamente, na arbitragem internacional entre investidor e Estado. Contribui-se com uma metodologia para justificar em quais casos, sob quais condições e com quais limites as expectativas podem ou não ser consideradas para identificar uma desapropriação indireta.
Συμβολή στη μελέτη της ιστορίας και των μορφών του ελευθερωμένου στίχου στη νεοελληνική ποίηση (1884-1930)
Authors: Χορταριάς Γεώργιος
Published: May 2023

Η παρούσα διδακτορική διατριβή, η οποία αποτελείται από πέντε σπονδυλωτά κεφάλαια, περιλαμβάνει τη σχολαστική μελέτη του ελευθερωμένου στίχου στις αυτοτελείς εκδόσεις πενήντα τεσσάρων λογοτεχνών, οι οποίοι εμφανίστηκαν στο λογοτεχνικό προσκήνιο στα τέλη του 19ου και στις αρχές του 20ού αιώνα. Δηλαδή την περίοδο εμφάνισης του ελευθερωμένου στίχου στην Ελλάδα. Μέσα από την επισκόπηση της εξέλιξης του ελευθερωμένου στίχου στη νεοελληνική ποίηση αυτή την περίοδο δίνεται τελικά η ευκαιρία να παρακολουθήσουμε σε ποιους ποιητές παρατηρείται αυξητική τάση καλλιέργειας και σε ποιους έλλειψη ενδιαφέροντος ή ύφεση ως προς τη χρήση του ελευθερωμένου στίχου. Δηλαδή ποιοι ποιητές επιδίδονται περισσότερο στον ελευθερωμένο στίχο και ποιοι τον μεταχειρίζονται λιγότερο, με ποσοτικά δεδομένα. Η μετρικολογική έρευνα του ελευθερωμένου στίχου δίνει ακόμη απάντηση στα ακόλουθα ερευνητικά ερωτήματα. Πρώτον, ποιο είναι το χρονικό σημείο έναρξης της στιχουργικής νεωτερικότητας όλων των ποιητών, οι οποίοι εξετάστηκαν στο πλαίσιο αυτής της μελέτης. Δεύτερον, με ποια μορφή (ανισοσύλλαβα, ομοιόμετρα ή ετερόμετρα, ομοιοκατάληκτα ή ανομοιοκατάληκτα σχήματα, κ.ο.κ.) εκδηλώνεται κάθε φορά, στο λογοτεχνικό έργο αυτών των ποιητών. Περιγράφοντας τα μετρικορυθμικά χαρακτηριστικά (μετρικά φαινόμενα και ομοιοκαταληξία) των ποιημάτων τους σχηματίζουμε μια πληρέστερη εικόνα για το στοιχείο εκείνο, το οποίο καθιστά σημαντική την ποίησή τους στην ιστορία της νεοελληνικής μετρικής υπό το πρίσμα της καλλιέργειας του ελευθερωμένου στίχου.Η μελέτη αυτή παρουσιάζει ειδικό ερευνητικό ενδιαφέρον αφενός, επειδή μια συνολική ιστορική και μετρική μελέτη του ελευθερωμένου στίχου της ποίησης αυτής της περιόδου παρέμενε μέχρι σήμερα φιλολογικό ζητούμενο και αφετέρου, λόγω της ιδιαίτερης ποιότητας του έργου των ποιητών αυτής της περιόδου, το οποίο, κατά κανόνα, ακολουθεί τις αρχές του γαλλικού συμβολισμού, λογοτεχνικού ρεύματος που ως γνωστόν άσκησε μεγάλη επίδραση στα νεοελληνικά γράμματα.
Ιστολογική μελέτη βρογχικών βιοψιών σε παιδιά με εμμένουσα βακτηριακή βρογχίτιδα
Authors: Ντέσου Δέσποινα
Published: May 2023

Τα τελευταία χρόνια παρατηρείται έντονο ερευνητικό ενδιαφέρον για την μελέτη του ανοσολογικού μικροπεριβάλλοντος των βρόγχων προκειμένου να διαλευκανθούν οι παθογενετικοί μηχανισμοί της εμμένουσας βακτηριακής βρογχίτιδας. Σκοπός της παρούσας διατριβής ήταν ο ποιοτικός και ποσοτικός προσδιορισμός των φλεγμονωδών κυττάρων που διηθούν το επιθήλιο των βρόγχων και ο υπολογισμός του πάχους της βασικής μεμβράνης.Για τους σκοπούς αυτούς συλλέχθηκαν 97 ενδοβρογχικές βιοψίες από παιδία με χρόνιο (> 8 εβδομάδες) υγρό/παραγωγικό βήχα. Ακολούθησε χρώση Αιματοξυλίνης-Ηωσίνης και στη συνέχεια χρησιμοποιώντας κατάλληλο πρόγραμμα ανάλυσης εικόνων πραγματοποιήθηκε ο προσδιορισμός του τύπου και των αριθμό των κυττάρων που διηθούν το επιθήλιο καθώς και του πάχους της βασικής μεμβράνης. Τέλος, έγινε πλήρης καταγραφή των μετρικών χαρακτηριστικών και στατιστική ανάλυση των δεδομένων για την εξαγωγή των αποτελεσμάτων.Σύμφωνα με την στατιστική μελέτη, τα κορίτσια είχαν αυξημένα επίπεδα των ηωσινοφίλων (p = 0.021) και των λεμφοκυττάρων (p = 0.044) σε σχέση με τα αγόρια. Επιπλέον, βρέθηκε αρνητική συσχέτιση ανάμεσα στο πάχος της μεμβράνης και τον αριθμό των ηωσινοφίλων (p < 0.0001), των ουδετερόφιλων (p = 0.023) και των λεμφοκυττάρων (p = 0.024). Τέλος, η κατά ζεύγη σύγκριση των επιπέδων των ηωσινοφίλων, των λεμφοκυττάρων και άλλων κυτταρικών τύπων αποκάλυψε σημαντικές θετικές συσχετίσεις (p < 0.05).Από τα αποτελέσματα της παρούσας μελέτης φαίνεται ότι η εμμένουσα βακτηριακή βρογχίτιδα πιθανά ενεργοποιεί μηχανισμούς της έμφυτης ανοσίας, ενώ ταυτόχρονα προκαλεί αύξηση του πάχους της βασικής μεμβράνης, μία μεταβολή που είναι τυπικό χαρακτηριστικό πολλών πνευμονολογικών παθήσεων, μεταξύ των οποίων περιλαμβάνεται και το άσθμα.
Wage mobility patterns in Europe
Authors: Παυλόπουλος Δημήτριος
Published: May 2023

Η μισθολογική κινητικότητα βρίσκεται στο επίκεντρο της οικονομικής έρευνας και της πολιτικής διαμάχης σχετικά με το μέλλον των ευρωπαϊκών αγορών εργασίας. Η διατριβή ασχολείται με οικονομικά και μεθοδολογικά ζητήματα που αφορούν την κινητικότητα των μισθών. Κινείται στο πεδίο των οικονομικών της εργασίας που μελετούν την αποδοτικότητα των αποδόσεων των επενδύσεων σε ανθρώπινο κεφάλαιο και τη σχέση μεταξύ παραγωγικότητας και μισθών. Εν συντομία, η παρούσα διατριβή ερευνά το ρόλο των πιο σημαντικών ατομικών και θεσμικών παραγόντων της μισθολογικής κινητικότητας. Η επίδραση του ανθρώπινου κεφαλαίου καθώς και άλλων προσωπικών και εργασιακών χαρακτηριστικών στη δυναμική των μισθών μελετάται χρησιμοποιώντας διαχρονικά δεδομένα για διάφορες ευρωπαϊκές χώρες. Η σύγκριση των αποτελεσμάτων μεταξύ των χωρών, μας δίνει τη δυνατότητα να ελέγξουμε σε ποιο βαθμό η κινητικότητα των μισθών εξαρτάται από το θεσμικό πλαίσιο. Η διατριβή δείχνει ότι η μισθολογική κινητικότητα είναι υψηλότερη σε χώρες που συνδυάζουν την ευελιξία της αγοράς εργασίας με την εισοδηματική ασφάλεια. Υπογραμμίζει περαιτέρω τη σημασία του ανθρώπινου κεφαλαίου για τον καθορισμό της κινητικότητας των μισθών. Ωστόσο, τα επίπεδα κινητικότητας εξαρτώνται από το επίπεδο του μισθού. Οι χαμηλόμισθοι και οι υψηλά αμειβόμενοι εργαζόμενοι αντιμετωπίζουν διαφορετικά επίπεδα μισθολογικής κινητικότητας. Η διατριβή δείχνει επίσης ότι υπάρχει ανάγκη διόρθωσης του σφάλματος μέτρησης κατά τη μελέτη της κινητικότητας των μισθών, καθώς αυτό το σφάλμα υπερεκτιμά σε μεγάλο βαθμό τις μισθολογικές αλλαγές. Η μισθολογική κινητικότητα των χαμηλόμισθων στην αυστηρά ρυθμιζόμενη αγορά εργασίας της Γερμανίας είναι υψηλότερη από ό,τι στην απορυθμισμένη αγορά εργασίας του Ηνωμένου Βασιλείου και στη σχετικά ευέλικτη αγορά εργασίας της Ολλανδίας.
Investigating the possible existence of hyper-heavy nuclei in a neutron-star environment
Authors: Moustakidis Charalampos
Published: May 2023

The synthesis of hyper-heavy elements is investigated under conditions simulating neutron star environment. The constrained molecular dynamics approach is used to simulate low energy collisions of extremely n-rich nuclei. A new type of the fusion barrier due to a “neutron wind” is observed when the effect of neutron star environment (screening of Coulomb interaction) is introduced implicitly. When introducing also a background of surrounding nuclei, the nuclear fusion becomes possible down to temperatures of 108  K and synthesis of extremely heavy and n-rich nuclei appears feasible. A possible existence of hyper-heavy nuclei in a neutron star environment could provide a mechanism of extra coherent neutrino scattering or an additional mechanism, resulting in x-ray burst or a gravitational wave signal and, thus, becoming another crucial process adding new information to the suggested models on neutron star evolution. These proceedings are part of a paper  that has already been published and the relevant reference is: M. Veselský  et al., PRC 106, L012802 (2022).
Momentum Distribution Studies of Projectile Fragments from Peripheral Collisions Below the Fermi Energy
Authors: Fasoula Olga , Souliotis George A. , Koulouris Stergios , Palli Konstantina , Veselsky Martin , Jenello Sherry J. , Bonasera Aldo
Published: May 2023

This paper presents our recent studies of multinucleon transfer in peripheral collisions in reactions below the Fermi regime. Our current focus is the study of the mass, angular and momentum distributions of the projectile-like fragments from the reaction of an 86Kr beam at 15 MeV/nucleon with a target of 64Ni. Experimental data from our previous work with the MARS spectrometer at the Cyclotron Institute of Texas A&M University were compared with model calculations. The dynamical stage of the reaction is described with either the Deep-Inelastic Transfer Model (DIT) or with the microscopic Constrained Molecular Dynamics model (CoMD). The de-excitation of the hot projectile-like fragments is performed with the GEMINI model. The momentum distributions are characterized by a quasi-elastic peak and a deep-inelastic peak. Two-body kinematics was employed to extract the total excitation energies of these regions. Through the thorough study of peripheral reactions in the Fermi energy regime we expect to gain valuable information that could lead to the understanding of how the rare isotopes in regions such as the r-process path and the neutron drip line are formed and the reaction mechanism(s) that take place.
Microscopic analysis of octupole shape phase transitions and critical points in neutron rich actinides
Authors: Prassa Vaia
Published: May 2023

Octupole constrained energy surfaces, and spectroscopic observables of four isotopic chains of: Cm, Cf, Fm and No with neutron numbers 186 N200 are analysed using a collective quadrupole - octupole Hamiltonian (QOCH). The parameters of the Hamiltonian are determined by axially reflection-asymmetric relativistic Hartree-Bogoliubov calculations based on the energy density functional DD-PC1, and a finite-range pairing interaction. The theoretical results suggest quantum phase transitions from non-octupole to octupole deformed shapes and to octupole vibrations with increasing neutron number.  288Cm is possibly close to the critical point of a simultaneous  phase transition from spherical to prolate deformed and from non-octupole to stable octupole deformed configurations.
Nuclear power as part of the Greek energy mix: Far better to be cost effectively proactive than unconditionally inactive
Authors: Petropoulos Nikolaos , Mitrakos Dimitrios
Published: May 2023

This position paper advocates preparatory actions for the incorporation of fission energy into the Greek mix, should this be necessary within the foreseeable future. To this end, and first of all, a concise understanding of the current Greek energy mix and its perspectives is essential in connection to the potential problems due to the expansion of renewable energy. Present and future inefficiencies could be avoided to a manageable extend, mainly by energy savings, mostly applicable for buildings consumption and also by upgrades towards a much denser grid, capable of reversing flows, along with energy storage facilities. In parallel, an assessment of the introduction potential of nuclear power could be examined. The assessment could involve political parties, scientists and other stakeholders, pro and against, and might reasonably result to justified arguments capable of raising public awareness. The country's preparedness to go nuclear could depend more or less on the degree of local energy market regulation framework, on the local and broader investment and financial environment, on the power plant construction and operation insurance possibilities, on the review and introduction of applicable law for licensing and regulating nuclear power and on the local scientific potential in the nuclear engineering field. Parameters like construction of related major engineering parts locally should also be examined along with compensatory benefits to the domestic economy and the local societies in the vicinity of the reactor sites. It is proposed that this work could be accomplished by an adequate task force without particular costs and within reasonable time.
Τheoretical study of the 13C + d system, in the framework of the R-Matrix model
Authors: Kyritsis Nikolaos , Kokkoris Michalis
Published: May 2023

In the present work, a theoretical study of the 13C + d system is carried out in the framework of the R-Matrix model. The experimental data used were taken from the IBANDL library. The cross-section measurements for the reactions have been carried out in the energy range of 0.49-1.65 MeV for three backscattering angles of 135°, 150° and 165°. The R-Matrix calculations were performed with the use of the AZURE2 code and involved the simultaneous analysis of the 13C (d, p0)14C, 13C (d, t0)12C 13C (d, a0)11B, 13C(d,a1)11B reaction channels with one, coherent set of parameters.
Ion Traps for Nuclear Decay Studies: a design for a handheld Electron Beam Ion Trap (EBIT)
Authors: Musumarra Agatino , Massimi Cristian , Pellegriti Maria Grazia , Leone Francesco
Published: May 2023

Nuclear decay studies of ionized species are of paramount importance in many astrophysical scenarios: from Big-Bang Nucleosynthesis to cosmochronometer. Recently, new facilities, able to investigate nuclear decay in hot plasma, have been conceived and their design is in progress. Anyhow, the use of hot plasma in ECR traps intrinsically exhibits limitation due the high level of background and, on the other side, the necessity to push at the limit the ECR technology to get large plasma density and temperature. Here we report about a different approach, involving the design of an ultra-compact Electron Beam Ion Trap (m-EBIT) able to perform nuclear decay studies for high charge-state ions confined in cold plasma. A preliminary design of the trap, assembly and magnetic field characterization is presented.
True coincidence summing corrections in HPGe detectors
Authors: Milioni Anastasia , Vasilopoulou Theodora , Savva Marilia , Anagnostakis Marios , Stamatelatos Ion-Evangelos
Published: May 2023

The true coincidence effect is studied in two High Purity Germanium (HPGe) detectors for a variety of isotopes, source geometries and source to detector configurations, via computational tools based on Monte–Carlo simulations. Τhe upgraded patch of MCNP code MCNP–CP and the 2018 version of PENELOPE, which take into account the decay scheme of each cascade emitter, are used to calculate the Full Energy Peak Efficiency (FEPE) for the corresponding gamma-ray energies. The true coincidence correction (TCC) factor is calculated as the ratio of the FEPE derived for each nuclide taking into consideration the true coincidence effect, to the FEPE estimated without considering the phenomenon. In all cases, a satisfactory agreement is observed between the TCC factors calculated using MCNP–CP and PENELOPE 2018. Moreover, the results of the calculations are compared against experimentally derived efficiency values. The correction factors obtained using the TrueCoinc software are applied on experimentally determined FEPE curves, based on measurements performed using reference sources, and consequently the corrected data are compared against the simulations for the "non-coincidence" case. The results of this work contribute to the validation of the computational tools and codes used to study the true coincidence effect and determine the corresponding correction factors, providing useful data for gamma–spectrometry studies of cascade emitters.
Charged particles’ detection at n_TOF/CERN: The new annular Double-Sided Silicon Strip Detector
Authors: Goula Styliani
Published: May 2023

Studies of (n, cp) reactions are important for a variety of fields, such as Nuclear Astrophysics, Nuclear Medicine, and nuclear energy applications. Accordingly, towards the development of innovative detection systems that could address these needs, within this contribution, the proposed validation of a new annular neutron-Transmutation Doped (nTD) double-sided silicon strip detector (DSSSD) will be overviewed. The most important characteristics will be given along with the expected performance and abilities within the n_TOF facility at CERN. Furthermore, the adopted particle identification technique based on pulse shape discrimination will be outlined. Finally, some preliminary experimental results will be discussed.
Operation-Time Prolonging Method for IoTBased Outdoor Environment Monitoring System
Authors: Komuro Nobuyoshi , Mochizuki Sorato
Published: May 2023

It is important to analyze and comprehend outdoor environmental conditions to address air pollution problems. Accordingly, while remote sensing is suitable for analyzing global environment data, the Internet of Things (IoT) technique can help us analyze and comprehend local environment data. Moreover, considering how IoT-based outdoor environmental monitoring can operate for long periods in environments is necessary during difficulties in securing a power supply. Therefore, this study proposes an operation time-prolonging method for an IoT-based outdoor environment monitoring system by combining solar power, storage devices, and intermittent operation for stable operations in outdoor environments. With our proposed method, while solar panels provides power during the day, storage batteries provides power after sunset, with the sensor devices operating intermittently during this period. Furthermore, because the energy supplied depends on daylight hours, the proposed system has a sleep period that considers daylight hours when prolonging the system’s operation time. Consequently, the operation time of the sensor node during the adaptive sleep period control becomes 6.0 times longer than that without sleep period control, showing the effectiveness of the developed system. Hence, our results establish the effectiveness of the proposed adaptive sleep period control for prolonging the operation time of IoT network-based systems, indicating this finding’s usefulness for future research approaches.
Delineation of Spring Potential Zones using Geospatial Techniques: Arunachal Pradesh, India
Authors: Ranjan Prem , Pandey Pankaj Kumar , Pandey Vanita
Published: May 2023

In the current climate change scenario, natural spring in the region is drying or vanishing, increasing water scarcity. So, to protect this vital resource, spring rejuvenation and protection activities are needed. Thus, the region spring potential zones (SPZ) must be identified to execute the project successfully. The current study used remote sensing (RS) and geographical information system (GIS) techniques to determine an SPZ based on multicriteria decision-making (MCDM) and an analytic hierarchy process (AHP). The SPZ map was created using eight spring-influencing parameters and showed that the medium potential zone had the highest area (55.6%), followed by high (24.3%), poor (18.804%), and very high (1.3%). The AUC validation score was 0.714, indicating good prediction accuracy. The study recommended implementing artificial rainwater harvesting structures and protection measures to rejuvenate springs for long-term sustainable water supply in very high to medium potential zones, representing 63.73% and 29.67% of the identified spring locations, respectively.
Case study: providing Botox treatment for a patient with pre-existing conditions
Authors: Sharp Chelsea
Published: May 2023

Nurse Chelsea Sharp describes her experience managing a medically complicated case of a patient seeking Botox treatment
Setting the record straight : the next steps for licensing in England's aesthetics sector
Authors: Sines David
Published: May 2023

In a continuous effort to ensure adequate licensing of aesthetic practice in England, the JCCP reports their communications with the Government and comments on what should be expected in the future
Fathers at work: a discussion of paternal rights in the workplace
Authors: Bernstein Adam
Published: May 2023

Matters of paternity leave should be given as much attention as maternity leave. But are there any overlooked insights into paternal rights at work? Adam Bernstein explains
Just start: ending procrastination
Authors: Ratcliffe Jason
Published: May 2023

Jason Ratcliffe discusses some strategies to overcome a common issue when growing your brand–procrastination
Management of Bilateral Horizontally Impacted and Dilacerated Maxillary Central Incisors at the Nasal Floor: A Multidisciplinary Specialist Approach
Authors: Sinnott Paula Mairéad , Parker Kate , Noar Joseph
Published: May 2023

In cases of horizontally impacted and dilacerated maxillary central incisors where alignment is attempted, treatment is often prolonged, and achieving an optimal result can be uncertain. We present a case of bilateral horizontally impacted maxillary central incisors lying against the nasal floor, associated with supernumerary teeth, further complicated by a dilaceration, where alignment of the impacted incisors was completed efficiently.

CPD/Clinical Relevance: To demonstrate an orthodontic case of how impacted dilacerated central incisors at the nasal floor were efficiently aligned.
Management of Lower Incisor Extraction Cases. Part 1: Case Selection and Planning
Authors: Scholey John , Visram Semina , Patel Yatisha A
Published: May 2023

Extraction of a lower incisor as part of an orthodontic treatment plan is still considered one of the more unusual choices in contemporary clinical practice. There are, however, situations where this treatment choice may be either enforced, or it provides an additional option that can both simplify treatment and increase efficiency. This article examines clinical situations where extraction of a lower incisor is necessary for reasons of poor pathology, position, or when actively choosing this incisor for extraction and maintaining the equivalent of three lower incisors is of benefit to the patient. In the first part of this series, we focus on appropriate case selection and aids to planning. The second part of this series concentrates on problems encountered when extracting a lower incisor, and how these are managed.

CPD/Clinical Relevance: This two-part series guides clinicians on case selection and management of patients where the final occlusion will result in three lower incisors. It will look at case selection, treatment planning, problems that may be encountered and potential solutions.
Unusual Case Report: Ectopic Canines, Resorption and Hypodontia in Monozygotic Twins
Authors: Rosenthal Dayna , Mistry Paroo
Published: May 2023

Ectopic maxillary canines are present in 1–3% of the population and may consequentially cause root resorption in 66.7% of lateral incisors. Ectopic canines are thought to be of polygenic and multifactorial origin, although Msx1 and Pax9 are suggested genetic candidates. Hypodontia is present in up to 11.3% of the population and is associated with mutations in Msx1, Pax9 and Axin2. Previous studies have separately demonstrated similarities in hypodontia and ectopic canines in monozygotic twins. This report discusses similarities clinically and using cone beam computed tomography in 14-year-old male genetically identical twins. While hypodontia and ectopic canines have both previously been linked with a genetic origin, this report suggests there is also a genetic predisposition to root resorption. The association between hypodontia and ectopic canines is usually associated with the guidance theory and hypodontia of upper lateral incisors; however, this report highlights the occurrence of ectopic canines and hypodontia of premolar teeth. It also presents the sequelae of severe root resorption associated with ectopic canines and idiopathically in areas of non-impacted canines

CPD/Clinical Relevance: The role of the general dental practitioner in early recognition of hypodontia and ectopic canines and the importance of referral for an orthodontic opinion is emphasized.
Clinical Psychology and its role in the Orthognathic Surgical Pathway
Authors: Taloumtzi Matoula , Devine Ciarán P , Priestley Charlotte , Millwaters Michael
Published: May 2023

Orthognathic surgery is a major elective procedure that can pose a significant amount of psychological distress to patients before, during and after surgery. These patients tend to have higher levels of state anxiety and a poor (facial) body image of themselves. Patients less satisfied by their outcomes tend to have had particularly high expectations of surgery beforehand. Therefore, it is important to ensure that there are effective and supportive psychology services in place. Here, we assess the utility and the role of clinical psychology in modern, holistic orthognathic surgery and the tools used to assess patients for further psychological intervention.

CPD/Clinical Relevance: Clinicians should be aware of the services available to patients who are transitioning through the orthognathic surgery pathway.
Diagnostic Dilemmas: Case Presentation
Authors: Oliver Graham , Atack Nikki
Published: May 2023

This article reports on a case presenting to a university dental hospital. We encourage readers to assess and develop their own management plan. Potential options and the treatment carried out are discussed.

CPD/Clinical Relevance: There is often more than one treatment option to manage a malocclusion; however, there may only be one option that is acceptable to the patient in addressing their concerns. Appreciation of alternative treatment plans and implications for patients is important to consider when discussing and consenting for treatment.
A MISE-EN-SCÈNE DIALÓGICA EM A TERRA DAS ALMAS ERRANTES, DE RITHY PANH
Authors: Costa Ito Tomyo
Published: May 2023

Analisamos o filme A terra das almas errantes (2000), de Rithy Panh, partindo da hipótese de que seus procedimentos esboçam uma forma de mise-en-scène que será, posteriormente, central ao dispositivo de S-21: a máquina de morte do Khmer Vermelho (2002). Nos dois filmes, Panh dá espaço para os filmados criarem a sua própria encenação e também intervém na cena, fazendo da relação entre filmador e filmado um campo de experimentação que produz questões e efeitos no interior da realização fílmica que tomarão a forma da mise-en-scène dialógica.
REPORTAGENS INVESTIGATIVAS E COBERTURA DIÁRIA: requisitos para a busca de qualidade no jornalismo ambiental
Authors: Del Vecchio de Lima Myrian Regina , Oliari Lira Arthur
Published: May 2023

Este trabalho de viés qualitativo buscou estabelecer as características recomendadas por diversos teóricos para as produções de jornalismo investigativo e de jornalismo ambiental, verificando suas similaridades. A aplicação da teoria foi feita pela análise interpretativa de três reportagens investigativas premiadas nacionalmente sobre temáticas ambientais e uma amostra de cobertura semanal sobre meio ambiente da Folha de S. Paulo. Ao final, apresentam-se sugestões para reduzir as fragilidades da cobertura ambiental verificada na cobertura diária, que poderia se inspirar nas reportagens investigativas sobre o tema, ainda que se considerem todas as diferenças entre coberturas em profundidade e coberturas diárias.
ENTREVISTANDO UM ROBÔ: notas sobre a aplicação experimental da metodologia EEAF usando a ferramenta ChatGPT de inteligência artificial.
Authors: Dos Santos Márcio Carneiro
Published: May 2023

Apresenta-se a metodologia EEAF - Entrevista Exploratória de Avaliação de Funcionalidades - a ser utilizada por pesquisadores da Comunicação, no estudo de características ou análise de material textual, criado por algoritmos de inteligência artificial. Neste trabalho usamos a ferramenta de conversação ChatGPT e propomos um conjunto de métricas: transparência, estruturação, precisão, variedade e atualização, para avaliação no experimento. No geral, os textos criados via código apresentaram a necessidade de revisão humana, principalmente em materiais que lidavam com fatos e dados objetivos.
Ecological status on the density of coral predator Acanthaster planci related to the condition of coral reefs in Tomia waters, Wakatobi National Park, Southeast Sulawesi
Authors: ASMARA ALFIAN , DAHLAN MUH. ARIFIN , RANI CHAIR
Published: May 2023

Abstract. Asmara A, Dahlan Ma, Rani C. 2013. Ecological status on the density of coral predator Acanthaster planci related to the condition of coral reefs in Tomia waters, Wakatobi National Park, Southeast Sulawesi. Bonorowo Wetlands 3: 1-11. Acanthaster planci, otherwise known as the Crown of Thorns Starfish, is a giant starfish with many thorns and a coral-eating animal. This animal is scattered in various waters, overgrown by several coral types. This study aimed to determine: (i) the ecological status of A. planci in Tomia waters, Wakatobi National Park, (ii) the ecological condition of coral reef in Tomia waters, Wakatobi National Park, and (iii) the relation between the density of A. planci with the coral reef condition (live coral cover and dead corals). The research was conducted by survey and location determination in five stations from nine villages in the Tomia sub-district. Field data sampling was conducted by assessing coral reef conditions based on the line intercept transect (LIT) method, calculating the number of A. planci at a transect line, and measuring environmental parameters such as water flow, temperature, salinity, turbidity, and depth. The results showed that the density of A. planci in Tomia waters in a threatening status was found at Waha Station with a depth of 3-5 m and a density of 0.132 individual/m2. In contrast, the status was still normal in other stations, with a density of A. planci ranging from 0.000 up to 0.012 individuals/m2. The condition of live coral cover in Tomia waters, at 3-5 m in depth at Waitii Barat and Patua 1 Stations were still in good condition, while in Waha (II), Waha (III), and Onemay Stations in a medium category (critical). The depth of 10-13 m at Waitii Barat and Waha (II) Stations were still in a good category, and in Waha (III) Station, Onemay and Wali were in a medium category (critical). The density of A. planci in Tomia waters was negatively correlated with live coral cover and positively related to dead coral cover, but not significantly. However, in the high-density conditions of A. planci, such as at Waha Station with a depth of 3-5 m, the high density of A. planci caused a relatively high decrease in live coral cover and dead coral elevation.
Contribution of organic material from white mangrove (Avicennia marina) to evaluate mangrove ecosystem management: Case Study of Labuhan Maringgai, East Lampung
Authors: YULMA YULMA , ADIWILAGA ENAN M. , WARDIATNO YUSLI
Published: May 2023

Abstract. Yulma, Adiwilaga EM, Wardiatno Y. 2013. Contribution of organic material from white mangrove (Avicennia marina) to evaluate mangrove ecosystem management: Case Study of Labuhan Maringgai, East Lampung. Bonorowo Wetlands 3: 12-29. The purpose of this study was to determine the potential contribution of organic matter (C, N, and P) of mangrove forest litter production in Labuhan Maringgai, East Lampung, to the marine environment, as well as evaluate the mangrove rehabilitation program conducted by the Lampung Mangrove Center program of the University of Lampung, Bandar Lampung. Lampung Mangrove Center (LMC) provides litter productivity of 4.53 g/m2/day with the most significant contributor from leaf litter and twigs, while flowers and fruit are not found. The dry weight of the remaining mangrove leaf litter on day 56 ranged between 5-2.5 g. LMC has the potential production of organic material that can be used litter amounted to 0.76164 GC/m2/day; 0.00628 GN/m2/day; 0.00331 GP/m2/day. Mangrove rehabilitation involving three parties, including the Government of East Lampung District, University of Lampung, and the community, is very effective in conserving mangrove forests in LMC within 1,000 ha of mangrove ranges.
Diversity of waterbird in mangrove forest at Sabar Miokre, Supiori Island, Papua
Authors: INDRIANTO ADHI PERMANA , BUDIHARJO AGUNG , SUGIYARTO SUGIYARTO
Published: May 2023

Abstract. Indrianto AP, Budiharjo A, Sugiyarto. 2013. Diversity of waterbird in mangrove forest at sabar miokre village supiori island Papua. Bonorowo Wetlands 3: 50-54. The diversity of waterbirds of an area is affected by habitat conditions. Supiori Island is a large forest area, and along its coastline is covered by mangrove forest vegetation. Supiori Island, located on the north of Papua island and directly adjacent to the Pacific Ocean, has a dense mangrove ecosystem. The purpose of this research was to know the diversity and relationship of waterbirds in Sabar Miokre harbor area, Koiryakam (Koryakam) Village, Supiori District, Papua. The study was conducted in the mangrove forest. The location of many waterbirds determines the observation station; there are four observation posts. The observation is done between 06.00-09.00 am and 03.00-6.00 pm. Species identification involves beak form, short-term beak, wing types, foot shape, and claw form. The observation of waterbirds is done by sampling method, which records all species of waterbirds found in the observation post. Numerical taxonomy determines the relationship. The results showed five species: Phalacrocorax melanoleucos, Egretta sacra, Clytoceyx rex, Egretta alba, and Limosa limosa. The closest relationship was found between E. sacra and E. alba with a 64.28% similarity index, whereas the farthest relationship was found in P. melanoleucos and L. limosa with a similarity index of 21.42%.
Production of potato (Solanum tuberosum) pre-basic seed through tissue culture in Katibougou, Mali
Authors: ABDOULAYE MOUSSA , BLAY ESSIE T. , Eleblu John S.Y.
Published: May 2023

Abstract. Abdoulaye M, Blay ET, Eleblu JSY. 2021. Production of potato (Solanum tuberosum) pre-basic seed through tissue culture in Katibougou, Mali. Cell Biol Dev 5: 90-104. In Mali, the main problem limiting the productivity and production of potatoes is the non-availability of quality seeds in adequate quantities and at affordable prices. This study proposes two experiments on the techniques adopted in Mali's IPR/IFRA plant biotechnology laboratory to meet quantity and quality improvements. That evaluation of the effects of 3 concentrations of coconut water and 2 of potassium nitrate on potato plantlets growth in vitro and of 2 physiological ages and 3 substrates on potato in vitro plants' establishment, post in vitro growth, and mini tubers production in vivo. The first experiment was a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) with 12 treatments replicated 4 times. The second was a factorial experiment with 2 factors (physiological ages: 2 levels and substrate: 3 levels) in a Randomized Complete Block Design (RCBD) with 6 treatments replicated 4 times. The first experiment showed that the culture medium M7 (MS+40 mL/L of coconut water +250 mg of potassium nitrate) had promoted all plant growth parameters (shoot emergence, plant height, number of nodes, leaves and roots, and plant fresh and dry weight) after 30 days of in vitro culturing. The lower concentrations of coconut water (40 mL) and potassium nitrate (250 mg) per liter of MS medium had significant and positive effects on all the in vitro growth parameters after 30 days. The second experiment showed that the plantlet weaning age of 25 days and the post-flask culture substrate S1 (only soil) provided the best plant survival percentage at 20 days after transplanting in vivo. The substrate S2 (soil and cow dung 2:1) positively affects plant stem length, stem diameter, fresh and dry biomass formation, tuber yield, tuber numbers per plant, and tuber grading size B (tubers with a diameter of less than 28 mm). The substrate composition S1 (only soil) has significantly affected the weight loss (12.50%) of tubers stored within 8 weeks. The weaning age was 45 days, and the substrates S2 (soil and cow dung 2:1) and S3 (soil and cow dung 1:1) significantly reduced the number of sprouts per tuber and sprouts number per eye on tubers. In addition, the results indicate that for the better and more rapid growth of potato plantlets in vitro culture, the coconut water concentration used as a supplement to MS medium should be 40 mL per liter of medium. The proportion of cow dung used in substrate composition should not exceed the soil and cow dung ratio 2:1 for maximum post-transplanting plant re-establishment rate in vivo and rapid maturity of mini-tubers.
The effect of various dosages of fishbone flour and tofu slurry on chemical characteristic of alfisol and yield of leaf cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. acephala)
Authors: SOETEDJO INP. , JANSARI E.A. , NDIWA A.S.S.
Published: May 2023

Abstract. Soetedjo INP, Jansari EA, Ndiwa ASS. 2020. The effect of various dosages of fishbone flour and tofu slurry on chemical characteristics of alfisol and yield of leaf cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. acephala). Trop Drylands 4: 58-61. Alfisol is a type of soil that has been going through intensive weathering and development, resulting in leaching of nutrients such as N, P, and K. These conditions might be improved by application of organic matters such as various kinds of waste. Fishbone flour and tofu slurry are potential organic waste that might be applied to improve chemical characteristics of alfisol. This research aimed to determine a proper dosage waste of fishbone and tofu slurry in improving chemical characteristics of alfisol and yield of leaf cabbage (kalian or kale) (Brassica oleracea var. acephala). Factorial experiment was conducted in a Randomized Complete Block Design (RCBD) with 3 replications. The research treatments were two factors, i.e., kinds of organic waste (fishbone flour and tofu slurry) and various dosage applications (300 g polybag-1, 400 g polybag-1, 500 g polybag-1). Observed data were subjected to Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) followed by a Duncan Multiple Range Test (DMRT) at 5%level. Observed variables included soil nutrient content (total nitrogen, available phosphorus, exchangeable potassium) and yield of leaf cabbage. Result of the research showed that there was no significant effect of either interaction of the two factors or the single factor treatment of organic waste on all observed data. However, dosage of organic waste application significantly affected nutrients content of alfisol that 500 g polybag-1 produced a higher content of N, P, and K compared to other treatments. Similarly, application 500 g polybag-1 of organic waste resulted in a higher fresh weight of leaf cabbage of 218.83 g polybag-1.
Scientific truth or myth
Authors: Glass Jonathan
Published: May 2023

Our Editor reflects on the previous 'truths' that the surgical community once held true, and how these evolve with progress and technology.
New Year's resolutions
Authors: Holloway Victoria
Published: May 2023

Our Political Editor discusses the promises that have been made by the government addressing the NHS backlogs and waiting times for the year ahead.
In support of nurses
Authors: Wheeler Robert
Published: May 2023

Our Legal editor looks at the role that nurses play in the long-term care of patients, and the challenges that they can endure during care.