bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Pelatihan Teknik Merangkai Hantaran Busana Lingerie Bagi Pengusaha Muda
Authors: Romadhona Chusna Tsani  , Arina Haq
Published: February 2025

Training on techniques for assembling lingerie clothing gifts is one of the training in assembling gifts given to young entrepreneurs at community service activities at SKB Ungaran. This training aims to provide skills to young entrepreneurs who are starting a business in the field of delivery manufacturing. The skills provided include training in basic techniques for folding gifts, assembling lingerie gifts, creating gift accessories. The training method used is the Service Learning method, where the trainer will provide examples in each training, which will then be followed by the training participants. Indicators of the success of training in techniques for assembling lingerie delivery for young entrepreneurs can be seen from four aspects, namely 1) Accuracy in implementing the training; 2) Percentage of attendance of training participants; 3) The enthusiasm of the training participants; and 4) Training results. From these four indicators of success, it is known that the training was carried out according to the specified time, The attendance of training participants reached 90% which can be concluded that the participants were enthusiastic during the training. This training activity also produced a product in the form of a set of lingerie and accessories. The results of interviews with training participants also show that this training can broaden participants' insight and skills in the field of delivery
Strategi Membangun Reputasi Karier Sebagai Pengusaha Salon Melalui Personal Branding Bagi Anggota Tiara Kusuma Kota Semarang
Authors: Sofia Daniati  , Argiska Oca Sugiyanto  , Amalia Dika Brilianti  , Aulia Romadona
Published: February 2025

Salon entrepreneurship can be a promising profession if supported by good personal branding. A salon entrepreneur must have a characteristic that differentiates them from others in terms of appearance, communication style or expertise. Personal branding can support career reputation if the application is good, if personal branding is applied poorly it will form a bad image in the community. Therefore, the purpose of carrying out community service activities at Tiara Kusuma DPC Members in Semarang City is to provide understanding to the participants so that they can apply personal branding to themselves so that they have a better self-image and can support the sustainability of the salon business they are working on.  This service activity begins by analyzing the needs of the participants and then compiling the material presented according to the results of the analysis. Furthermore, the implementation of activities is to deliver some material related to the understanding of personal branding, the purpose of personal branding and how to create personal branding to improve career reputation as a salon entrepreneur. After the material is delivered, it is continued with a joint discussion and evaluation through questions and answers related to the material presented. The enthusiasm of the training participants can be seen from the many questions asked related to the problems and obstacles experienced so that they can become material for discussion.
Fintech and the Future of Financial Services: A Study of the Impact of Fintech on Traditional Financial Institutions
Authors: Shanbhag Dr. Latika Vaishak
Published: February 2025

Key words: Fintech, Financial Services, Financial Inclusion, Regulatory Frameworks, Cybersecurity Risks, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Blockchain, Digital Payments, Financial Stability, Consumer Protection, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs), Financial Literacy, Sustainable Finance, Digital Transformation, Financial Technology, Innovation, Disruption, Traditional Financial Institutions, Emerging Markets

Abstract

The rapid growth of fintech has transformed the financial services industry, offering new opportunities for innovation, efficiency, and accessibility. However, it also raises important questions about the impact of fintech on financial inclusion, regulatory frameworks, cybersecurity risks, and consumer protection. To address these questions, further research is needed in several key areas.

Research is needed to understand the impact of fintech on financial inclusion, particularly in underserved markets. This includes studies on the use of fintech to increase access to financial services, such as mobile banking and digital payments. Additionally, research is needed to develop regulatory frameworks that balance the need to promote innovation with the need to protect consumers.
Riesgos bancarios y tipos de interés
Authors:   Banesto, Laiseca Ricardo
Published: February 2025

El propósito de este trabajo es el análisis del riesgo de tipo de interés al que se ven expuestas las entidades financieras españolas. Para ello, siguiendo a la teoría de gestión de carteras se desarrolla un marco teórico que relaciona este riesgo con la diferencia de duraciones de los activos y pasivos bancarios. Dada la dificultad de medida de las duraciones anteriores, se propone una aproximación de las mismas a través de un modelo de ajuste parcial. Los resultados obtenidos para la banca española señalan el reducido nivel de este riesgo como consecuencia de la gran estabilidad que han tenido sus pasivos hasta fechas recientes.
Panorámica mundical del sector bancario. Nuevas tendencias y desafíos
Authors:   BBV, Pizarro Jesús
Published: February 2025

Durante los últimos diez años, el sector bancario ha debido hacer frente en todo el mundo a numerosas e importantes transformaciones. La generalizada liberalización de sus respectivos marcos regulatorios y la globalizacíón de la actividad financiera, se han convertido en las principales fuerzas catalizadoras de estos cambios. El nuevo escenario de actuación está determinando una creciente diferencia entre los resultados obtenidos por aquellas entidades correctamente gestionadas, y aquellas otras que se han equivocado en su estrategia. Ante esta evidencia, los bancos están orientando sus actividades hacía aquellos negocios que mejor conocen, en el convencimiento de que sólo sí son capaces de generar valor para el cliente, podrán, en última instancia, crearlo para el accionista.
Posición de las cajas de ahorros del País Vasco en la actual situación económica
Authors:   Economista, Beristain Etxabe Iñaki , Martínez de Alegría Pinedo Pedro ,   Economista
Published: February 2025

En un entorno cambiante y de des equilibrios económicos generalizados, los mecanismos de interconexión entre el ámbito financieo y real, en particular aquellos referidos a las entidades financieras, cobran una creciente relevancia. Por ello, se analiza el grado de adecuación del sistema financiero vasco a través del repaso de la estrategia, organización y resultados de un grupo específico de entidades financieras, las Cajas de Ahorros, concluyendo que su solvencia, posición de mercado, marcado vínculo territorial y carácter social, las permite cumplir adecuadamente con el papel de interconexión y arrastre del desarrollo económico que se espera de ellas.
VIOLÊNCIA OBSTÉTRICA E SEU IMPACTO NA SAÚDE MATERNA: REVISÃO DE LITERATURA
Authors: Albuquerque Werley Sebastião Lima de , Conceição Glaucia Railane de Oliveira da Penha , Souza Andréa Portes de , Silva Luiziane de Oliveira Geraldo da
Published: February 2025

Introdução: A violência obstétrica é uma violação dos direitos humanos que compromete a integridade física e emocional das mulheres, afetando diretamente a qualidade da assistência materna. Apesar dos avanços nas políticas de humanização do parto, esse problema persiste em diversas instituições de saúde, perpetuando práticas que desrespeitam a autonomia feminina e contribuem para a perpetuação da violência. Objetivo: O objetivo deste estudo é analisar a percepção das parturientes sobre a violência obstétrica e suas repercussões na saúde materna, destacando a necessidade de práticas obstétricas mais humanizadas e respeitosas. Método: Trata-se de uma revisão integrativa da literatura, realizada por meio da consulta às bases de dados SCIELO, BVS e LILACS. Foram utilizados descritores e operadores booleanos para refinar as buscas, selecionando artigos publicados entre 2020 e 2024, que permitiram uma visão atualizada sobre as práticas obstétricas e suas consequências. Resultados: A violência obstétrica se manifesta por meio de intervenções médicas desnecessárias, desrespeito e negligência durante o parto, afetando a saúde física e psicológica das mulheres. Os resultados indicam que essas práticas geram traumas duradouros, o que resulta no afastamento de muitas mulheres dos serviços de saúde, além de comprometerem a confiança no sistema de assistência obstétrica. Considerações finais: A persistência da violência obstétrica revela falhas estruturais e um modelo assistencial autoritário que desrespeita os direitos das mulheres. Superar essas práticas exige mais do que capacitação de profissionais e responsabilização das instituições. A mudança depende de mobilização social que garanta um parto digno, seguro e conforme a Lei Federal nº 11.108/2005.
PERCEPÇÃO DO USUÁRIO NO AUTOCUIDADO DE LESÕES POR PRESSÃO: REVISÃO DE LITERATURA
Authors: Oliveira Ozeias Pereira De , Candido Gabriella de Abreu , Morais Leonice dos Santos , Barros Luciana Tavares de Carvalho , Lopes Eduarda Maria Ferreira , Evangelista Jossiane Santana , Lima Carlos Vinicius Moreira , Borges Shura Do Prado Farias , Silva José Nairton Coelho Da , Meneses Luzianne Clemente De , Alves Tonny Medeiros , Silva Cicera Simoni da , Franco Lucas Pereira de Oliveira , Oliveira Francisco Wellington Sousa
Published: February 2025

O presente estudo visa relatar a percepção do usuário e cuidadores sobre os cuidados e manejo da equipe de enfermagem sobre as lesões por pressão sendo está um fator crucial no processo de autocuidado. O estudo teve como objetivo analisar as orientações da equipe de enfermagem, relatar as principais orientações, identificar a importância do autocuidado e manejo do usuário e cuidadores. Métodos: Trata-se de uma revisão da literatura busca de dados realizada pelos estudos nas bases de dados eletrônicas PubMed, BVS e SciELO sendo iniciada no mês de dezembro de 2022, e encerrada em fevereiro de 2023. Utilizou os descritores: Autocuidado (Self care); Lesão por Pressão (Pressure Injury) e Cuidados de Enfermagem (Nursing care) em português e em inglês usando o booleano AND. Resultados: A busca resultou em um total de 194 artigos, foram excluídos do estudo artigos superiores a 5 anos de publicação resultando em 105 artigos, artigos duplicados em bases de dados foram excluídos 10, artigos sem acesso ou pago 11 e artigos que não abordavam a temática do estudo 55 estudos totalizando 181 artigos excluídos e apenas 13 artigos abordavam especificamente o tema e se enquadraram nos critérios de inclusão/exclusão do estudo, encontravam disponíveis na íntegra em português, inglês ou espanhol de forma gratuita. Os 13 artigos trouxeram informações pertinentes e foram incluídos nesta revisão. Conclusão: Os resultados apontaram que a percepção do usuário pode ser influenciada por diversos fatores, tais como o conhecimento prévio sobre a lesão, a experiência com o autocuidado, o apoio de profissionais de saúde, a disponibilidade de recursos materiais e financeiros, entre outros.
Estrés Académico y Pruebas de Admisión: Retos del Acceso a la Educación Superior en Ecuador
Authors: Jarrín-García Gabriela Haidee , Álvarez-Maldonado Mateo Alberto
Published: February 2025

Justificación: los procesos de admisión a la universidad en Ecuador exponen a los estudiantes a los efectos negativos del estrés en la salud mental y el desempeño académico, siendo imperativo identificar los elementos implicados. Objetivo: determinar la prevalencia de los niveles de estrés académico en una muestra de aspirantes a la educación superior, centrándose en identificar factores estresantes, síntomas, estrategias de afrontamiento y diferencias en función del género. Metodología: estudio no experimental, cuantitativo, descriptivo-comparativo y transversal, realizado con una muestra representativa de 386 sujetos de una población de 366.000 estudiantes de la primera convocatoria de 2023, seleccionados mediante un muestreo por conglomerados y aleatorio simple. Los participantes, de 16 a 19 años, incluyeron 268 mujeres y 118 hombres. La medición se realizó con el Inventario de Estrés Académico SISCO SV-21 previo análisis de validez y confiabilidad. Resultados: El 22% de participantes experimentó niveles severos de estrés, principalmente debido al tiempo limitado para prepararse. Predominaron síntomas de ansiedad y angustia psicológica. Las estrategias de afrontamiento comunes incluyeron el análisis de soluciones y el recuerdo de situaciones similares. Las participantes mostraron mayor susceptibilidad a los estresores y síntomas emocionales. Conclusión: existe la necesidad de programas de gestión del estrés y apoyo psicológico para reducir el impacto de las presiones de las pruebas de admisión en los estudiantes
Leadership in Action: Lessons from Panasonic
Authors: Sayyadi Mostafa , Provitera Michael
Published: February 2025

A great CEO and industrial leader, the Japanese Kōnosuke Matsushita CEO of Panasonic created
a 200-year strategic plan that was carried out by his successors at Panasonic efficiently and
effectively. In this article, we aim to decode how Matsushita’s leadership grew the Panasonic
company and present his big leadership lessons at this Japanese multinational electronics
company for executives and senior executives across the globe. This article particularly
addresses the current research gap on Panasonic’s unexplored and mysterious leadership by
recounting the experience of Matsushita’s victories and failures and showing how he has
controlled events and turned threats into opportunities at Panasonic. The how of decoding the
DNA of leadership secrets at Panasonic company mostly comes from our consulting work and
observations with its headquarters in Sydney Australia, and Torrance California.
Diskursus Teologis Mengenai Hakikat Kehadiran dan Tugas Sekolah Kristen
Authors: Marde Christian Stenly Mawikere  , Hura Sudiria , Jean Calvin Riedel Mawikere  , Daniella Beauty Melanesia Mawikere
Published: February 2025

Artikel ini mengeksplorasi hakikat kehadiran dan tugas sekolah Kristen sebagai institusi pendidikan berbasis iman dalam perspektif teologis. Melalui pendekatan kualitatif menggunakan metode studi literatur, penelitian ini menganalisis sumber-sumber Alkitabiah, literatur teologis, dan pedagogi modern. Temuan menunjukkan bahwa sekolah Kristen berperan sebagai agen pembentukan karakter holistik, pembangun tanggung jawab sosial, dan pusat transformasi spiritual. Novelty penelitian ini terletak pada integrasi prinsip-prinsip teologis dengan teori pendidikan kontemporer, menciptakan kerangka konseptual baru yang menegaskan relevansi sekolah Kristen dalam menjawab tantangan zaman. Artikel ini menyimpulkan pentingnya pendidikan Kristen dalam mewujudkan visi Kerajaan Allah di dunia.
Pendampingan Pastoral Konseling Bagi Mahasiswa GMIM Efrata Tandengan Dalam Menghadapi Tantangan Akademik
Authors: Worang Tesalonika Cindy
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi peran pendampingan pastoral konseling bagi mahasiswa GMIM Efrata Tandengan dalam menghadapi tantangan akademik. Melalui wawancara mendalam, observasi, dan diskusi dengan mahasiswa serta orang tua, ditemukan bahwa mahasiswa mengalami tekanan akademik berupa tuntutan tugas, ujian, dan harapan keluarga yang tinggi. Selain itu, tantangan emosional seperti stres, kecemasan, dan keadaan sosial turut memengaruhi kesejahteraan mereka. Pendampingan pastoral konseling terbukti efektif dalam membantu mahasiswa mengelola tekanan ini melalui pendekatan empatik dan dukungan rohani, yang memberikan ketenangan, pemahaman baru, serta penguatan karakter. Temuan ini menegaskan pentingnya penguatan program konseling pastoral di kampus untuk mendukung keseimbangan akademik dan emosional mahasiswa.
Predictive AI Models for Food Spoilage and Shelf-Life Estimation
Authors: Shehzad Khuram
Published: February 2025

Food spoilage is a global problem which causes food waste, economic loss and foodborne illness. The shelf life and spoilage estimation of food is traditionally done with fixed expiration dates and this leads to disposal of still eatable food or eating spoiled food. Recently, with the development of the Artificial Intelligence (AI), the predictive models have been developed to better evaluate the food spoilage based on such factors as temperature, humidity, microbial activities and gas emissions. This paper discusses the part played by AI in the prediction of food spoilage, while also outlining various machine learning and deep learning models (regression, classification, convolutional neural network – CNN and hybrid AI). Food spoilage estimation powered by AI relies on multiple sources of data including IoT enabled sensors, Spectroscopy as well as real time environmental monitoring. The practical use in the food industry of such data driven models is in the context of real life applications as smart packaging, AI powered quality in supply chains, retail inventory product optimization. However, the adoption of AI in this field is limited as the data is scarce and of low quality, the models have limited accuracy, ethical concerns exist, and implementation is expensive. In this review, potential for AI in transforming food spoilage estimation is highlighted and this could be achieved by working on obtaining greater accuracy, scalability, and adoption of the model in different food sectors. The role of AI in enhancing food security, sustainability and efficient use of resources, waste reduction and increasing accessibility of good quality perishables to every consumer will gain increasing feasibility with the improvement in AI.
L'apothéose d'Arlequin. La Comédie-Italienne de Paris : un théâtre de l’expérimentation dramatique au XVIIIe siècle
Authors: De Luca Emanuele , Fabiano Andrea
Published: February 2025

Fondée par des comédiens italiens sous le règne de Louis XIV et réouverte en 1716, la Comédie-Italienne de Paris représente un cas unique dans le système rigide des théâtres parisiens sous l’Ancien Régime.
Le présent volume est l’aboutissement d’un long parcours de recherche pluriannuel sur la présence des Italiens à Paris. L’approche interdisciplinaire et pluridisciplinaire des contributions permet de mieux appréhender les éléments administratifs du théâtre, les liens avec la politique culturelle française et l’apport des comédiens, des dramaturges et des musiciens italiens et français de la Comédie-Italienne. Celle-ci est envisagée ainsi dans son ensemble, en tant que théâtre binational pluri-spectaculaire, redevable d’un système précis de fonctionnement artistique, corporatif et artisanal : la commedia dell’arte comme production spectaculaire propre au théâtre professionnel italien qui englobe des champs performatifs extrêmement variés en suivant le goût du public pour les nouveautés et en dialoguant avec la tradition théâtrale française. De Riccoboni à Veronese, de Marivaux à Goldoni, de Favart à Piis, de Duni à Grétry, de Lelio le fils à Diderot, le volume trace le cheminement unique de la Comédie-Italienne dans le paysage de la création théâtrale d’Ancien Régime.
艺术类高职院校与博士教师共同体的建构与磨合
Authors: 倪诗云
Published: February 2025

党的二十届三中全会提出，高质量发展是全面建设社会主义现代化国家的首要任务。博士教师是艺术类高职院校高层次人才队伍重要组成部分，对于培养高素质专业化教师队伍具有重要意义。艺术类高职院校与博士教师共同体的建构直接关系到现代艺术职业教育的高质量发展，但由于学术资源匮乏、团队支撑不足、教学任务繁重和职业认知偏差等诸多现实因素的存在，共同体的建构面临着严峻挑战。因此要从实践出发，着眼师生福祉，优化资源配置，增强职业认同；坚持“四位一体”人才工作，拓宽引进渠道，科学规划发展；勇于先行先试，探索艺术类高职院校与博士教师共同体发展新模式，促进艺术职业教育的高质量发展。
THE EFFECTS OF BLUE LIGHT-BLOCKING GLASSES VERSUS STANDARD LENSES ON CONTRAST SENSITIVITY AND VISUAL FATIGUE IN MYOPIC AND NON-MYOPIC ADULTS
Authors: Saleem Sidra , Ambreen Fariha , Shafique Ummara , Ahmed Mansoor , Bashir Sheeraz , Arif Kinza , Mohsin Ayesha
Published: February 2025

Background: Increased screen time has raised concerns about the effects of prolonged blue light exposure on visual health. Blue light, emitted by digital devices, has been linked to digital eye strain, visual fatigue, and potential retinal damage. With growing reliance on screens, the effectiveness of blue light-blocking glasses in alleviating these symptoms remains a subject of debate. This study evaluates the impact of blue light-blocking lenses on contrast sensitivity and visual fatigue in both myopic and non-myopic adults.
Objective: To assess the effects of blue light-blocking glasses on contrast sensitivity and visual fatigue in myopic and non-myopic individuals and determine their efficacy in reducing digital eye strain compared to standard lenses.
Methods: A double-blinded, randomized controlled trial was conducted with 64 participants, equally assigned to either blue light-blocking or standard lens groups. Participants underwent visual assessments at baseline, 2 weeks, and 4 weeks. Contrast sensitivity was measured using the Pelli-Robson chart, digital eye strain was evaluated using the Computer Vision Syndrome Questionnaire (CVS-Q), and visual fatigue was assessed using the Visual Fatigue Questionnaire (VFQ). Data were analyzed using Mann-Whitney U, Wilcoxon Signed-Rank, and Friedman tests.
Results: Contrast sensitivity in the blue light-blocking group improved significantly, increasing by 0.15 log units at 2 weeks (p = 0.03) and 0.12 log units at 4 weeks (p = 0.02). CVS-Q scores decreased by 5.6 points at 2 weeks (p = 0.04) and 8.3 points at 4 weeks (p = 0.01), indicating reduced digital eye strain. VFQ scores also showed a significant decline, with a 6.1-point reduction at 2 weeks (p = 0.03) and 5.8 points at 4 weeks (p = 0.02).
Conclusion: The findings suggest that blue light-blocking glasses significantly reduce visual fatigue and digital eye strain but do not enhance contrast sensitivity beyond standard lenses. Further studies with larger samples and longer follow-up periods are recommended to validate these results and guide clinical recommendations.
Discrimination of Research Object in Academic Papers
Authors: Xia Wenyue
Published: February 2025

By mainly employing the literature review method, this study analyzes the research objects in academic papers. The results indicate that, unlike the meanings in academic disciplines (or courses) or in the process of solving physics problems, the use of the term “research object” in academic papers exhibits the following characteristics: (1) Except in medical papers — where the term is clearly defined (primarily referring to humans and animals) — in general academic papers and in some research methods textbooks the term is commonly used without a strict definition, seemingly established by convention. (2) Although there is occasional mixing with terms related to samples (such as sampling groups and observation objects), the research object is generally considered relative to the overall population. (3) Differences in the limitations or focal points of the research content may lead to changes in the research object. (4) In social research methods, the unit of analysis replaces the research object and can express the complex meaning of the research object more accurately. (5) A lack of clear understanding of the research object may lead to “elevation errors” and “degradation errors” in research.
Peran Kearifan Lokal dalam Meningkatkan Pemahaman Geografi dan Sejarah dalam Pembelajaran IPS: Studi Literatur di Gresik dan Lamongan
Authors: Octavian Hendra P  , Ilham Galih Pambudi
Published: February 2025

This study examines the role of local wisdom in enhancing the understanding of geography and history concepts in social studies (IPS) education in Gresik and Lamongan. Through a literature review, it was found that local wisdom, such as traditional navigation systems, shipbuilding techniques, and environmental conservation practices, can serve as effective contextual learning resources. The findings indicate that integrating local wisdom improves students' comprehension, spatial thinking skills, and cultural awareness. However, the implementation of this model faces challenges, including a lack of systematic documentation and limited teacher competence. Therefore, training for educators and collaboration with local communities are necessary. This study recommends the development of a flexible curriculum and the utilization of digital technology to enrich learning experiences. With this approach, social studies education is expected to become more contextual, relevant, and meaningful for students.
TƏHSİL SƏVİYYƏSİNİN ATMOSFERƏ KARBON QAZIBURAXILIŞINA TƏSİRİNİN EKONOMETRİKQİYMƏTLƏNDİRİLMƏSİ: AZƏRBAYCANNÜMUNƏSİNDƏ
Authors: YADULLA HƏSƏNLİ  , SƏRDAR ŞABANOV  , Mənsur BƏRXUDAROV
Published: February 2025

Məqalədə Azərbaycan nümunəsində təhsil səviyyəsinin atmosferə karbon qazı buraxılışına təsiri AR DSK-nın 1997–2022-ci illər üzrə rəsmi statistik məlumatları əsasında ekonometrik qiymətləndirilmişdir. Müəyyən edilmişdir ki, əhalinin hər 10 min nəfərinə düşən tam orta məktəb və ali məktəb məzunlarının, habelə fəlsəfə doktorlarının sayı karbon qazı buraxılışına müvafiq olaraq 6, 13 və 6 illik gecikmə ilə mənfi, hər nəfərə düşən gəlirlər isə müsbət təsir edir. Azərbaycan üzrə alınmış nəticələr bu qənaətə gəlməyə əsas verir ki, təhsil səviyyəsinin ekologiyaya təsiri önəmli və uzunmüddətlidir. COVİD-19 pandemiyasının məhdudiyyətləri karbon qazı buraxılışını 2020-ci ildə əvvəlki ilə nəzərən müqayisədə 26,84% azaltmışdır. Qurulmuş ekonometrik model vasitəsilə müəyyən edilmişdir ki, inkişaf etmiş ölkələr üçün ətraf mühit üzrə doğru olduğu qəbul edilən Kuznets (EKC) əyrisi Azərbaycan üçün keçərli deyil. Baxılan illər üzrə Azərbaycanda ətraf mühitin korlanma dərəcəsinin artım sürətinin gəlirin artım sürətindən geri qaldığı müəyyən edən trend modelləri qurulmuşdur. Ətraf mühit üzrə Kuznets əyrisinin Azərbaycan üçün doğru olması üçün tarazlıq şərti formula edilmişdir. Onu da qeyd edək ki, bu tarazlıq şərti zəruri şərt olsa da, kafi şərt deyil. Qeyd edək ki, təhsil səviyyəsinin atmosferə karbon qazı buraxılışına təsiri Azərbaycan nümunəsində ilk dəfə həyata keçirilmişdir. Ekoloji təzyiqi azaltmaq baxımından təhsil səviyyəsinin təsiri ali təhsillilər, doktorantlar və tam orta təhsilli məzunlar kimi sıralana bilər. Bu isə Azərbaycan üzrə təhsil səviyyəsinin ekologiyaya təsirinin önəmli olduğunu göstərir. Və ekoloji kəsimdə dayanıqlı inkişaf baxımından təhsilin səviyyəsinin Azərbaycan üçün önəmliyini qabarıq şəkildə göstərir. Məqalədə əldə edilmiş nəticələrdən təhsil və iqtisadi siyasət sahələrində qərar qəbul edən şəxslər istifadəedə bilərlər.
Le syndicalisme axé sur le recrutement des adhérents est-il efficace ? Une réponse camerounaise
Authors: Njib Boumsong Thomas Junior , Fomba Kamga Benjamin
Published: February 2025

Dans un contexte de déclin continu des taux de syndicalisation aussi bien dans les pays développés que dans les pays en développement, l’organizing model – « politiques actives de syndicalisation » ou « syndicalisme axé sur le recrutement » − est apparu au coeur de la littérature sur la revitalisation syndicale comme la stratégie la plus adéquate pour contrer la baisse des effectifs syndicaux. Devant un tel constat, et pour la première fois au Cameroun, cet article examine la relation entre l’organizing model et le recrutement des adhérents à partir des données d’une enquête par questionnaire menée auprès de 187 responsables syndicaux. Les résultats des estimations du modèle probit ordonné généralisé montrent que l’utilisation de l’organizing model par les responsables syndicaux n’a pas eu d’effet significatif sur l’évolution du nombre total de membres ainsi que sur l’évolution du nombre de nouveaux membres entre 2019 et 2021. Ces résultats, bien que conditionnés par la taille de l’échantillon et la mesure de l’organizing model, n’apportent aucun soutien aux partisans de cette stratégie de revitalisation syndicale qui la considèrent comme la plus adéquate pour recruter et retenir les adhérents. Dès lors, et afin d’obtenir les résultats escomptés, il est de l’intérêt des responsables syndicaux enquêtés de renforcer leurs méthodes d’organisation et de recrutement des adhérents et de considérer l’organizing model comme un outil qui doit être appris, systématisé et pratiqué de manière routinière.
El derecho a las prestaciones de asistencia sanitaria y farmacéuticas de extranjeros en España afectados por el VIH
Authors: Tatay Puchades (tutora) Carmen , Dallí Maria , Gandia Ferrero Lluís Xavier , Enguídanos Lázaro Verónica , Pascual Alcayde Ana , Linuesa Blasco Pilar
Published: February 2025

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Informe sobre permisos de salida en el medio penitenciario
Authors: Correcher Mira (Tutor) Jorge , Colás Turégano (Tutora) Asunción , Calabuig Gómez Alicia Tian , Martínez Cameros Carmen , Montoro Belmonte Celia , Nadal Soria Alicia , Torrent Zamora Natalia
Published: February 2025

El presente informe ha sido realizado por un grupo de estudiantes de la Clínica Jurídica por la Justicia Social, en colaboración con Iniciatives Solidàries. El trabajo trata de sintetizar el marco legal en materia penitenciaria para garantizar el acceso a los permisos de salida por parte de las personas presas.
The Satellitium siue symbola, or the Squadron of symbolic maxims
Authors: Vives Lluís
Published: February 2025

The Satellitium siue symbola, or the Squadron of symbolic maxims
The effects of aroma inhalation on the quality of sleep, professional quality of life, and near-misses in medication errors among emergency room nurses on night duty in Korea: a randomized controlled trial
Authors: Son Jungha , Kim Chul-Gyu
Published: February 2025

Purpose: This study investigated the effects of aroma inhalation on sleep quality, professional quality of life (QoL), and near-misses in medication errors during night shifts among emergency room nurses.Methods: A randomized crossover experimental design was used to determine the effects of this intervention. The research participants included 55 nurses (29 in group 1 and 26 in group 2) who worked as nurses in the emergency room at a tertiary general hospital in Chungcheongbuk-do, South Korea. Aroma inhalation was conducted on the night shift. Sleep quality, professional QoL, and near-misses in medication were measured before and after inhalation of the aroma. Data was analyzed using the independent t-test, the chi-square test, and a linear mixed-effects model.Results: The aroma treatment group had significantly better sleep quality than the non-treatment group (p < .010), and the sleep time on the third day of aroma treatment was longer than that of the non-treatment group (p = .008). However, there were no signs of improvement in professional QoL or near-misses in medication errors in response to aroma treatment.Conclusion: Aroma inhalation effectively improved sleep quality and increased sleep duration in emergency room nurses. Therefore, aroma inhalation is suggested as an intervention to improve the sleep quality of emergency room nurses who work night shifts. Follow-up studies are needed to build a more robust evidence base to inform strategies for improving nurses' professional QoL and patient safety during medication management.
Purification and characterization of detergent stable alkaline lipase from Bacillus safensis TKW3 isolated from Tso Kar brackish water lake
Authors: Devi Tishu , Sistla Srinivas , Khan Rabiya T. , Kailoo Swadha , Bhardwaj Mansavi , Rasool Shafaq
Published: February 2025

Extensive and escalating research has been directed towards halozymes derived from halophiles thriving in extreme hypersaline environments, owing to their myriad industrial applications. These extremophiles have evolved various physiological and metabolic adaptations to endure such extremes, enhancing their industrial potential. Being a potential source of lipases, halophiles of extreme niches have emerged as a emerging research area. This interest has been fueled by the recognition that extreme environments serve as rich reservoirs of diverse cold-active alkaliphilic enzymes.

Methods

Bacillus safensis TKW3, isolated from brackish Lake Tso Kar of the Ladakh region, India, produced cold-adapted haloalkaliphilic lipase halozyme. The current study focused on the purification and biochemical characterisation of lipase derived from halophilic bacteria.

Results

The lipase enzyme, purified to homogeneity, exhibited a molecular mass of 28 kDa as confirmed by SDS-PAGE analysis. The purification process yielded a purification fold of 12.01 and a final recovery rate of 29.9%. It demonstrated optimal activity at 30 °C and pH 9. The enzyme was evaluated and demonstrated to exhibit stability over a broad temperature range spanning from 5 °C to 55 °C, as well as a wide pH range of 7.0 to 9.0. Due to its stability across a diverse spectrum of pH values, surfactants, metal ions, and inhibitors, the enzyme appeared to hold significant promise for application within the leather and detergent sectors. Upon undergoing detergent compatibility tests spanning diverse temperature ranges, the lipase showcased compatibility with various commercial detergents, thereby presenting itself as an attractive candidate for inclusion in detergent formulations within the industry.

Conclusions

The lipase from B. safensis TKW3 exhibits promising attributes, including alkali stability, halophilicity, and a wide spectrum of substrate specificity, rendering it an attractive option for incorporation into detergent formulations within the detergent industry. As far as we are aware, this is the first report on the purification and characterization of lipase enzyme from bacterial halophiles in a Tso Kar brackish lake.
Effects of transcranial direct current stimulation combined with motor relearning program on strength and balance in stroke patients
Authors: Haleem Muhammad Hamad , Baig Mirza Obaid , Abualait Turki , Yoo Woo-Kyoung , Obaid Sumaiyah , Bashir Shahid
Published: February 2025

Background

A stroke is characterized by neurological deficits that result in compromised muscle strength and balance, impacting the overall wellbeing of the patient, including decreased quality of life, socialization and participation in daily activities. The aim of the study is to determine the effects of transcranial direct current stimulation combined with a motor relearning program on strength and balance in sub-acute stroke patients.

Methods

The randomized controlled trial involved 44 subacute stroke patients, randomly assigned to either the experimental group (n = 22) or control group (n = 22). The intervention included anodal transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) for the experimental group and sham stimulation with a motor relearning program for the control groups. Assessments were conducted using manual muscle testing for muscle strength and the Berg Balance Scale for balance at baseline, the fourth week, and the eighth week.

Results

There were no statistically significant effects in the experimental group for either strength or balance (p-value > 0.05) but there were time effects for both variables especially during the intervention period in both the experimental and control groups.

Conclusion

There does not appear to be any short term or long-term additional effects of anodal transcranial direct current stimulation on strength and balance in subacute stroke patients.
A new firefly genus from South America, with seven new species, a new combination, and notes on the phylogeny of Lampyrinae: Lucidotini (Coleoptera: Lampyridae)
Authors: Viana Jéssica Herzog , Roza André Silva , Vaz Stephanie , Powell Gareth , da Silveira Luiz Felipe Lima
Published: February 2025

Background

Lucidotini is a diverse tribe of lampyrine fireflies present throughout the New World, Europe, and Asia. Most of the over 30 genera have overlapping diagnoses, largely due to a lack of revisionary and phylogenetic studies. Widespread convergence in sensory morphology, traditionally used in genus-level diagnoses, further compounds the taxonomic issues surrounding the Lucidotini. Recent work has cast light on the value of terminalia and genitalic traits for Lucidotini taxonomy and called for a more thorough screening of morphological characters. Of special interest are basal outgrowths of the phallus (i.e., ventrobasal processes)—currently only known in Alychnus Kirsch and Photinus Laporte–that can be quite informative at the species level, but its variation within Lucidotini remains poorly studied. Most Lucidotini species remain only superficially described, while internal characters—including those of terminalia and genitalia—which could inform species identification and phylogenetic relatedness, remain unknown. Upon studying eight Lucidotini species superficially looking like Photinus and Photinoides McDermott—all of which bearing long ventrobasal processes–we raised the hypothesis that they belonged to a genus yet to be recognized.

Methods

Here, we analyzed 97 morphological characters of 32 lampyrid species spanning 17 of 30 Lucidotini genera under Bayesian Inference.

Results

We found evidence for the recognition and description of Saguassu gen. nov. to include seven new species (Saguassu acutum sp. nov., Saguassu grossii sp. nov., Saguassu manauara sp. nov., Saguassu rebellum sp nov., Saguassu roura sp. nov., Saguassu serratum sp. nov. and Saguassu sinuosum sp. nov.), in addition to Photinus dissidens Olivier ((transferred herein, thus generating Saguassu dissidens comb. nov.), for which we also designate a lectotype and two paralectotypes). This previously neglected lineage of Lucidotini spans four South American biomes: Amazon, Atlantic Rainforest, Cerrado, and Pampa. Interestingly, Saguassu species span a gradient of morphologies related to signaling: from Lampyris-style ventrally bulging eyes, tiny antennae and no lanterns; intermediate eyes and antennae, with complete lanterns as in Photinus; to small eyes and long antennae and small lanterns as in many Lucidota Laporte. Saguassu gen. nov. was consistently found closely related to the three other Lucidotini taxa with ventrobasal processes (i.e., Alychnus, Photinoides, and Photinus). We provide an occurrence map of and a dichotomous key to Saguassu species, thoroughly compare this genus with co-occurring Lucidotini genera, and suggest steps towards a revision of the Lucidotini tribe.
An Unusual Bilateral Membranous Variant of Triplicate Pitted Pectoralis Major Muscle: A Case Report
Authors: Susai Surraj , Chandrupatla Mrudula , Nayak Ansumaan , Gandicherla Deepika
Published: February 2025

The variations in the attachments of the pectoralis major not only affect its function but also reflect on its ability to be used as flaps. Membranous origins of this muscle not only add to its stress but also contribute to its inherent tears. The present report unravels the membranous as well as variant tri-muscular origins of this muscle bilaterally, with implications for its role in reconstructive procedures. Although varied classifications of this muscle exist in the literature, the present case finding is unique due to the gaps of separation that were found between the strata of this muscle, which is quite a rare phenomenon. Variations in the membranous and triplicate origins of the pectoralis major are indeed rare findings that warrant the need for larger, separate morphological typing studies in order to delineate its intricate patterns. Membranous variants of the pectoralis major are prone to shearing stress and internal tears, which pose threats to flap reconstruction procedures involving this muscle; thus, the present case report represents a significant finding.
Exploring Career Paths: The Role of Self-Efficacy and Outcome Expectations in Shaping Career Choices for Students with Disabilities
Authors: Jamwal AnuRadha , Gupta Swati
Published: February 2025

This study explored the role of self-efficacy and outcome expectations which are pivotal in shaping career aspirations, decisions, and readiness for professional pathways for adolescents with disabilities. The research employs a systematic review of studies, analyzing existing literature to explore the multidimensional factors influencing career decisions among adolescents with disabilities and how self-efficacy and outcome expectations interact with other critical factors. Data were gathered from five data bases: Scopus, Google Scholar, Web of Science, ProQuest, and ERIC. In total, 35 of 165 articles were selected from both quantitative and qualitative studies in English from 2015 to 2024. The findings highlighted the role of tailored career counselling services in enhancing            self-efficacy, refining outcome expectations, and equipping students with the skills necessary for successful transitions to employment or higher education. By bridging theoretical insights with practical interventions, this review offers actionable recommendations to improve career readiness and outcomes for students with disabilities, addressing a critical gap in supporting this underserved population.
Impact of Water Stress, Climate Change, and Adaptability Trials on Yield and Quality of Taramira Genotypes Across Diverse Locations
Authors: Ali Nadir , Ahmad Mukhtar , Ali Mansoor , Faraz Alvina , Rehman Abdul , Asim Muhammad , Arshad Usama , Usman Muhammad
Published: February 2025

Water availability for irrigation as a key input in agricultural production is threatened by climate change and water scarcity as a major limitation to crop production in arid and semi-arid areas. Taramira (Eruca sativa) an oilseed crop appears to be promising under these conditions due to its high tolerance. However, little attempt has been made to assess its flexibility and efficiency across the various agro-climatic regions. The objective of this research was to assess the growth, yield, and quality of Taramira genotypes under water stress condition in five different agro-ecological zones of Pakistan. This experiment was carried out during two consecutive cropping seasons 2022-23 and 2023-24 with the ten genotypes supplied by the Pakistan Agricultural Research Council (PARC). Randomized complete block design having three replications was used in the research. Observations included phenotypic characteristics like, days to flowering (DTF) and days to maturity (DTM), plant height, branch, seed yield per plant, leaf area index (LAI), biomass and seed oil content were recorded. Data analysis was done using analysis of variance (ANOVA) and least significant difference (LSD) at P ≤ 0.05. The analysis revealed considerable G x E interactions for the variables that was measured. Out of 8 lines, genotype G8 gave the highest seed yield of 1925 kg/Ha combined with higher LAI of 3.3 and oil content of 41.2 at URF Koont while genotype G6 which was characterized by low seed yield of 1600 kg/Ha and 36.8% oil at BARI Chakwal. Harvest biomass also differed and G8 was the highest (2700 kg/ha). Therefore, the genotypes of Taramira are variable to a high degree with respect to their adaptability and production performance under varying environmental conditions. Thus, the genotype G8 was selected as the best for optimal yield and oil content favorable environment, but the genotype G6 is unsuitable for stress conditions. The results presented here suggest that this study provides useful information on the designed breeding programs to enhance Taramira adaptation to unfavorable climate conditions, thus being useful for its cultivation as an environment-friendly crop in water-deficit regions.
Evaluation of Antibacterial Activity and Cytotoxicity of Leaf Extracts from the Plant Diospyros mespiliformis
Authors: Diouf Ismaïla Bouré , Karé Moussa , Samb Issa , Carraz Maêlle , Gaye Mohamed Lamine
Published: February 2025

This study explores the plant Diospyros mespiliformis for its antibacterial and cytotoxic properties. This plant seems to have a well-documented history in traditional medicine. Diospyros mespiliformis is a plant used in traditional medicine for the treatment of many illnesses, particularly wounds. In this context, ethanolic (E.F), hydroethanolic (H.F) and aqueous (A.F) extracts of the plant's leaves were evaluated for their antimicrobial properties. The study was carried out on four species of bacteria, two Gram-positive (Staphylococcus aureus, Enterococcus faecalis) and two Gram-negative (Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Escherichia coli). The results show that, with the exception of Escherichia coli, the other strains showed sensitivity to the extracts. In addition, with the exception of Enterococcus faecalis, the crude ethanolic and aqueous extracts were more active than the hydro-ethanolic extracts against the microbial strains. Inhibition diameters for the Pseudomonas aeruginosa strain were 08 mm, 00 mm and 08 mm for the ethanolic, hydro-ethanolic and aqueous extracts, respectively. For the Enterococcus faecalis strain, they were 08 mm, 10 mm and 09 mm, respectively for the three extracts.  For the Staphylococcus aureus strain, the characteristic inhibition diameters were 11 mm, 09 mm and 10 mm, respectively for the different extracts. The minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) for Pseudomonas Aeruginosa was 9375 µg/mL for both ethanolic and aqueous extracts. For the Staphylococcus Aureus strain, it was 586 µg/mL for both ethanolic and aqueous extracts. For the Enterococcus Faecalis strain, it was 1171 µg/mL for all three extracts. The safety of the compounds present in these extracts was studied through toxicity tests on different categories of hepatocytic liver cells, notably Huh7, Hep3B and HepaRG. Comparative analysis of the IC50 of the extracts and controls, including the anti-cancer drug sorafenib and aflatoxin, revealed very low toxicity of the extracts towards the cells tested compared with the controls. The crude extract, which is usually distributed in the form of a mixture, may contain compounds that can affect the state of certain cells in the body. Thus, purification or isolation of the compounds responsible for the biological activities noted could make the use of plant extracts by humans for medicinal purposes even safer.
Financial Technology and Economic Growth in the United Kingdom (2007-2023): Econometric Descriptive Analysis
Authors: Emmanuel Eleje , Syed Zeeshan , Chuks Onu Calistus
Published: February 2025

This study examined the impact of financial technology on economic growth in the United Kingdom from the period 2007-2023. The study utilized the ARDL bound test approach to analyze the results using a time series technique. Point of sales, automated teller machines, and direct debit payment were adopted as measures of financial technology, while GDP per capita was used as the economic growth indicator. The study also controlled using population growth rate and regulatory quality. The findings showed that point of sales positively and significantly impacted GDP per capita in the United Kingdom. Further results revealed that both Automated teller machines and Direct debit payments negatively and non-significantly impacted GDP per capita in the United Kingdom. Based on the result, the study recommends that to ensure operational efficiency of the point of sales (POS) system, regulatory agencies (FCA) and digital financial service providers must continue to integrate newer innovations and prioritize the security of customer information which improves and enhances customer satisfaction. There is a need for regulatory policies that encourage investors and financial institutions to provide fee-free ATMs across the United Kingdom through tax breaks. The government must deliver regulations that encourage cardless policies as well as stimulate innovative competition within the fintech payment industry in the United Kingdom.