bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Detection of avian Influenza Virus H5N1 with a Real time PCR kit v1
Authors: Bhatia Sudhir , Baersch Gudrun
Published: May 2024

Avian Influenza virus H5N1 has caused a number of outbreaks in human beings in recent years. Recently it has caused outbreak in human and cows in USA. Therefore it is essential to detect the presence of this virus as early as possible in order to monitor the presence of this virus, hence we have developed a number of ready to use PCR kits to detect this virus. Highly pathogenic strains are reponsible for such outbreak. It spreads also in poultry with very fatal consequences. The kit double- and triple-checks the presence of this virus, therefore it makes possible to detect the H5N1 strains circulating in different countries worldwide, moreover mutated versions are likely to be detected with double and triple check method. The cross reaction panel has done with related and non related pathogens like Influenza virus strains: H3N2, H1N1, H7N3, HIN1 (California strain); RSV, Enterovirus, CMV, Influenza B, Mycoplasma etc.
Qubit4 Fluorometer Protocol: Invitrogen dsDNA HS Assay Kit (REF 32854) v1
Authors: Brown Jenna , Marcelino Barros Mirayana , Pereira Tiago , Powell Hunter
Published: May 2024

Qubit4 Fluorometer Protocol: Invitrogen dsDNA HS Assay Kit (REF 32854); Qubit4 protocol used to test dsDNA concentrations in samples.
Differentiation between different soft hammers stigmats, quantitative and traceological approach v1
Authors: Vie Jean-Thomas
Published: May 2024

Many studies in archaeology focus on the traces associated with stone knapping during prehistory, debating their correlation with the techniques used (Clément, 2021; Pelegrin, 2000). However, it is important to note that these traces are intimately linked to the physical qualities of the rock, as well as its response to the gesture, force, and experience of the knapper. These criteria can lead to a diversity of marks but can also introduce biases into the analysis, especially as the sensitivity of some rocks varies when struck. Thus, the complexity of interpreting knapping traces intensifies when adopting a qualitative approach, highlighting the multitude of factors to consider for precise analysis. Furthermore, the historical approach to the analysis of soft percussion use has primarily focused on specific regions such as Europe (Roussel et al., 2009), North Africa (Sari, 2016), the Middle East (Pelegrin and Inizan, 2013), and the United States. These analyses have largely relied on locally available materials, such as limestone, deer antler, or boxwood. Consequently, they offer a limited perspective and may not necessarily generalize results to other geographical or ecological contexts. Additionally, while the use of different soft percussors and their identity have been established in areas where deer are found, many questions remain regarding the identity of the soft percussor in historically deer-free ecological zones. Acquiring soft percussors from animal wood is not possible, but the use of other materials such as hard vegetal wood may have played a similar role. Through experimental flake production and the traceological study of marks on the platforms of these productions resulting from soft percussion, it would be possible to determine specific traces associated with vegetal soft percussion. Therefore, we try to compare knapping by different percussors (three soft hammers and one hard hammer) on different raw materials, and observe their dimensional data and technical characteristics.
TERMS OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS IN THE CONTENTS OF THE MARRIAGE AGREEMENT
Authors:   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine, Radchenko Liliya
Published: May 2024

The article addresses the study of the legal regulation of conditions on intellectual property rights in the content of the marriage contract, including the participation of a foreign element and taking into account the modern trends of the genesis of family relations in the law of Ukraine and certain foreign countries; the latest trends in the regulation of family relations are highlighted and the patterns of their further development normative consolidation in family law of Ukraine and the formulation of conclusions as well as proposals aiming at harmonizing national legislation with EU law are outlined. In recent years, in Ukraine, the question of ownership of intellectual property rights to objects acquired or created during the marriage has arisen at the level of judicial practice. At the same time, there are no direct norms in the Civil and Family Codes of Ukraine indicating that rights to intellectual property belong to the common property of spouses. The approach recognized by US jurisprudence assumes that not only income received from intellectual property rights (copyrights, royalties, payments under the contract on the transfer of rights, etc.), but also the objects of intellectual property rights created or acquired during marriage. Another mode of ownership of intellectual property objects may be stipulated in the marriage contract or other agreement concluded by the spouses. Based on the study of the peculiarities of the legal regulation intellectual property rights in the content of the marriage contract in the law and judicial practice of foreign countries and the law of Ukraine, it was established that the legislation of Ukraine does not directly refer objects of intellectual property rights created during marriage to the joint property of the spouses (on in contrast to the income received from the realization of intellectual property rights). However, the parties to a marriage contract concluded with the participation of a foreign element may subordinate its content to the law of the state, which recognizes the regime of joint property of the spouses for the results of intellectual and creative activity created during the marriage. To regulate their rights and obligations under the marriage contract, the parties may decide for the personal law of the spouses or the law of the state in which one of the spouses has a habitual residence. Therefore, there is a possibility to extend the relations with the participation of a foreign element to the legal regime of joint property of spouses to objects of intellectual property rights acquired during marriage.
EVOLUTION OF THE EUROPEAN UNION'S APPROACHES TO ENERGY POLICY-MAKING (2014-2023)
Authors:   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine, Andrushchenko S. V. , Buiak M. B. ,   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine
Published: May 2024

This paper provides a research the specifics of strategic planning for energy security within the European Union (EU) during the period from 2014 to 2023. The analysis of adopted strategies, the identification of problems and challenges encountered during their implementation, and the determination of opportunities and prospects for forming a unified concept to ensure sustainable and reliable energy security in the EU are highly relevant for the European community today, aimed at further risk mitigation. The impact of geopolitical factors, climate change, and energy dependence on the formation of the EU's energy security strategy is examined. The research findings make a significant contribution to understanding contemporary challenges and the prospects for the development of EU energy policy.
GREEN FINANCE STRATEGIES FOR POST-WAR UKRAINE: A GLOBAL REVIEW
Authors:   Taras  Shevchenko  National  University  of  Kyiv, Humeniuk Y. M.
Published: May 2024

In an era defined by pressing environmental and social challenges, environmental finance has become a key force in the global economy. This paradigm shift in financial practice goes beyond the profit motive, expanding its reach to environmental sustainability and social responsibility. The urgency of climate change, biodiversity loss and other global environmental crises has highlighted the need to reassess the consequences of human efforts for the planet and future generations. The article considers both developed economies and developing countries. The purpose of the article is to find insights and strategic approaches that can catalyze investment opportunities in Ukraine during the post-war transition phase, a key period that precedes long-term stability. The global relevance of green finance cannot be overstated, as it connects financial sectors, countries and societies to a common mission of sustainable development. The transformation from conventional financial norms is undeniable as businesses, governments and international organizations recognize the inextricable link between environmental stewardship and long-term prosperity. In addition, green finance serves as a channel for reallocating resources, directing capital to initiatives aimed at limiting carbon emissions, improving energy efficiency and using renewable energy sources. This paradigm shift not only guarantees the future of the planet, but also opens up new avenues for innovation and economic growth in various sectors. This article explores the intersection of finance, sustainable development, and global cooperation, offering insights that can guide Ukraine's post-war recovery toward a resilient and sustainable future.
Empathic Potential in Preschool Children with Mental Retardation
Authors: Ignatova E.S. , Ushakova L.L. , Kusheva E.V.
Published: May 2024

The work is aims to study the features of empathic potential in children with mental retardation. The materials of empirical research obtained from a sample of preschool children are presented. The study involved respondents aged 5 to 6 years (N=32; M=5.19; SD=0.37) with an average level of intelligence. Pictures from the children's educational game “ABC of Emotions” (N.L. Belopolskaya), the drawing technique “Draw yourself”, the technique “Plot pictures” (R.R. Kalinina), the technique “Unfinished stories” (T.P. Gavrilova) and the Wexler’s test (children's version) were used. Mathematical processing methods include: χ2 (chi-squared) Pearson, Mann-Whitney U-test, cluster regression analysis. The results obtained make it possible to say that children with mental retardation do not differ from children without this status in terms of emotional awareness, the nature of emotional response and the moral component of empathic potential in general. At the same time, children with mental retardation find it difficult to choose the nature of their emotional response. This is a fact that can be used as a marker to determine the status of mental retardation. The results can be used in developing psychocorrection programs.
Karakteristik fisikokimia petis bubuk dari rebusan udang dengan jenis bahan pengisi yang berbeda
Authors: Sumardianto Sumardianto , Romadhon Romadhon , Hauzan Arifin Muhammad , Dinaryadi Rico , Muryaning Charimah Intan
Published: May 2024

Petis bubuk merupakan petis pasta yang dikeringkan dan dihaluskan. Petis ditambahkan bahan pengisi untuk mempercepat proses pemasakan dan menambah kuantitas petis, sehingga diperlukan jenis bahan pengisi yang tepat agar petis memiliki kualitas yang baik. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menentukan bahan pengisi terbaik terhadap karakteristik kimia dan fisik petis bubuk. Penelitian ini menggunakan Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL) dengan 3 perlakuan dan 3 kali ulangan. Perlakuan yang dilakukan menggunakan bahan pengisi tepung terigu, tepung beras, dan tepung ubi jalar ungu. Parameter yang diuji yaitu uji hedonik, kadar air, protein, abu, lemak, aw, pH, waktu alir, sudut diam, daya serap air, warna, dan ketampakan pada scanning electron mcroscope (SEM). Bahan pengisi yang berbeda memberikan pengaruh yang berbeda nyata (p<0,05) terhadap parameter penentuan kualitas yang telah diujikan. Jenis bahan pengisi terbaik adalah tepung terigu karena memliki tingkat rehidrasi paling tinggi (81%). Pembubukan dan pengeringan petis dapat menjadi alternatif untuk memperpanjang umur simpan produk dengan mempertahankan mutu petis.
Karakterisasi nori-like product berbasis rumput laut lokal Indonesia dengan variasi penyalut
Authors: Anggraeni Saputri Sindi , Sinurat Ellya , Prasetiyo Himawan , Setyo Sasongko Agung , Fateha Fateha , Dwi Cahyadi Ferry , Beni Rouf Ahmad , Yulda Yulda , Sihono Sihono , Choerun Nissa Rossy , Hidayat Hidayat
Published: May 2024

Nori merupakan makanan kering berbahan baku rumput laut Porphyra sp. Ketertarikan masyarakat terhadap nori berdampak pada nilai impor produk nori yang meningkat setiap tahunnya. Ketersediaan rumput laut Porphyra sp. sebagai bahan baku nori terbatas. Oleh karena itu, diperlukan bahan baku alternatif pengganti Porphyra sp. dalam pembuatan nori. Rumput laut yang melimpah di perairan Indonesia dan berpotensi sebagai bahan baku nori, di antaranya Ulva lactuca, Gracilaria sp., dan Euchema spinosum. Pemanfaatan rumput laut lokal menjadi produk nori memerlukan tambahan bahan sebagai penyalut. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah menentukan penyalut terbaik dalam pembuatan nori berdasarkan karakteristik sifat sensori dan nilai proksimat. Penelitian menggunakan metode eksperimen dengan rancangan acak lengkap (RAL) dengan perbedaan variasi penyalut nori-like product. Penelitian dilakukan tiga tahap, yaitu preparasi rumput laut, pembuatan nori, dan proses penyalutan nori. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan nilai organoleptik produk nori dengan penyalut 100% tapioka (F2) lebih disukai panelis dengan nilai rata-rata organoleptik warna 7,89%, tekstur 7,27%, ketampakan 8,42%, aroma 8,02%, rasa 7,84%, dan keseluruhan 7,89%. Variasi penyalut meningkatkan nilai sensori kerenyahan produk nori berbahan rumput laut lokal. Hasil analisis karakteristik kimia menunjukkan bahwa produk nori U. lactuca, Gracilaria sp., dan Eucheuma spinosum dengan variasi penyalut berbeda mempunyai nilai yang berbeda pula. Nori F2 memiliki kandungan protein 8,82%, lemak 20,16%, air 10,31%, abu 12,43%, dan karbohidrat 48,28%. Produk nori rumput laut U. lactuca, Gracilaria sp. dan Eucheuma spinosum dengan variasi penyalut layak untuk dikembangkan lebih lanjut sebagai produk komersial dari rumput laut lokal.
Aktivitas antioksidan dan tingkat penerimaan konsumen yoghurt yang diperkaya rumput laut Caulerpa lentillifera
Authors: Setiadi May Khoirunnisa , Husni Amir
Published: May 2024

Rumput laut Caulerpa lentillifera mengandung berbagai senyawa bioaktif yang bermanfaat bagi kesehatan sehingga dapat diaplikasikan untuk produk pangan salah satunya adalah yoghurt. Penambahan rumput laut diharapkan dapat memberikan cita rasa dan meningkatkan aktivitas antioksidan pada yoghurt. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menentukan perlakuan terbaik penambahan rumput laut C. lentillifera pada yoghurt berdasarkan parameter kimia, mikrobiologi, aktivitas antioksidan, dan tingkat penerimaan konsumen. Yoghurt rumput laut dibuat dengan cara menambahkan rumput laut C. lentillifera dengan konsentrasi 0, 5, 10, dan 15% (v/v), kemudian dilakukan uji pH, asam laktat, bakteri asam laktat, total fenol, aktivitas antioksidan metode DPPH, dan tingkat penerimaan konsumen. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa perbedaan konsentrasi rumput laut C. lentillifera berpengaruh terhadap karakteristik kimia dan mikrobiologi, total fenol, aktivitas antioksidan, dan tingkat penerimaan konsumen yoghurt. Perlakuan terbaik diperoleh pada penambahan rumput laut 5% dengan nilai pH 3,97±0,035, kadar asam laktat 1,08±0,09%, jumlah bakteri asam laktat 1,74x108 cfu/mL, total fenol 39,62±0,49 mg GAE/g, aktivitas antioksidan 39,32±0,45%, dan nilai hedonik warna (3,64±0,98), aroma (3,59±0,83), tekstur (3,44±0,91), dan rasa (3,45±1,16). Hasil uji proksimat yang meliputi kadar air, protein, lemak, dan abu pada yoghurt rumput laut telah sesuai dengan SNI 2981:2009. Penambahan rumput laut C. lentillifera pada pembuatan yoghurt dapat meningkatkan cita rasa dan aktivitas antioksidan.
Follow the Trace: Becoming a Seismo-Detective with a Campus-Based Raspberry Shake Seismometer
Authors: Löberich Eric , Long Maureen D.
Published: May 2024

Seismic signals, whether caused by earthquakes, other natural phenomena, or artificial noise sources, have specific characteristics in the time and frequency domains that contain crucial information reflecting their source. The analysis of seismic time series is an essential part of every seismology-oriented study program. Enabling students to work with data collected from their own campus, including signals from both anthropogenic and natural seismic sources, can provide vivid, practical examples to make abstract concepts communicated in classes more concrete and relevant. Data from research-grade broadband seismometers enable us to record time series of vibrations at a broad range of frequencies; however, these sensors are costly and are often deployed in remote places. Participation in the Raspberry Shake citizen science network enables seismology educators to record seismic signals on our own campuses and use these recordings in our classrooms and for public outreach. Yale University installed a Raspberry Shake three-component, low-cost seismometer in the Earth and Planetary Sciences department building in Summer 2022, enabling the detection of local, regional, and teleseismic earthquakes, microseismic noise, and anthropogenic noise sources from building construction, an explosive event in a steam tunnel, and general building use. Here, we discuss and illustrate the use of data from our Raspberry Shake in outreach and education activities at Yale. In particular, we highlight a series of ObsPy-based exercises that will be used in courses taught in our department, including our upper-level Introduction to Seismology course and our undergraduate classes on Natural Disasters and Forensic Geoscience.
Landslide Warning Area Delineation through Seismic Signals and Landslide Characteristics: Insights from the Silabaku Landslide in Southern Taiwan
Authors: Chang Jui-Ming , Kuo Yu-Ting , Chao Wei-An , Lin Che-Min , Lan Hao-Wei , Yang Che-Ming , Chen Hongey
Published: May 2024

Publishing timely warnings of areas potentially affected by landslides and subsequent events remains challenging in hazard assessment. Recently, seismic monitoring has emerged as a promising technique for landslide detection and location determination. However, the effectiveness of this approach is limited by location errors. To overcome this problem, we propose a hybrid method (a three-step process) through seismic analysis and consideration of prior geomorphological characteristics of areas and aspects in a landslide inventory to constrain the potential landslide locations. The first analysis entails a grid-based single-force inversion of 0.02–0.05 Hz seismic signals by spatial grid spacings of 0.2° and 0.05° to retrieve the single-force direction, the estimated landslide area, and a wide search range for a given source. The second analysis involves two location methods for high-frequency seismic signals (>1 Hz) with a finer spatial grid spacing of 0.01°, gradually reducing the landslide search region. By integrating seismology-determined information with a landslide inventory, potential landslide locations and warning areas could be identified effectively. Then we apply the proposed the three-step analysis method to the 2021 Silabaku landslide in southern Taiwan. The results showed that the seismic techniques we used progressively condensed the initial search range from 1831 to 770  km2, converging to a small area of 99  km2. The estimated landslide area was 0.80±0.04  km2, and the force direction was 154.09° ± 6.76°. Subsequently, according to the earlier information, we identified three possible landslide source locations from the 2020 landslide inventory. These findings have implications for warning for two road sections, one of which was subsequently damaged by debris flow after the Silabaku landslide. This study highlights the effectiveness of the hybrid three-step algorithm in constraining areas potentially affected by landslides, facilitating timely assessments for warnings in southern Taiwan.
IMPACT OF DIFFERENT TPMS TESSELATION APPROACHES ON MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF PARTS
Authors:   Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, faculty of Materials Science and Technology in Trnava, DOBROVSZKY PATRIK , MACHAC TOMAS ,   Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, faculty of Materials Science and Technology in Trnava, DUBNICKA MAROS ,   Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, faculty of Materials Science and Technology in Trnava, PASAK MATEJ ,   Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, faculty of Materials Science and Technology in Trnava, BILIK JOZEF ,   Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, faculty of Materials Science and Technology in Trnava, POKORNY PETER ,   Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, faculty of Materials Science and Technology in Trnava
Published: May 2024

In the paper influence of several factors on shape accuracy and compressive strength of parts is analysed. First simulation software is used for prediction. Parts are cylindrical with 20 mm diameter, manufactured via SLA additive manufacturing technology. 1mm thick Gyroid TPMS structure is generated in cylinders with different volume % (30,40,50 %). Thanks to drainage holes it was possible to create parts that are hollowed, but have solid shell around and TPMS inside. Different tesselation approaches are tried (cylindrical and rectangural). Different radius of roundness is also tried on the surfaces joining tpms and shell of cylinder (0, 0.5, 1mm) Compression tests are then conducted and results are analysed in the form of graphs and colour map of deviations. Results are also compared with solid and fully hollow cylinders. Study finds that the maximum strength of the bodies is influenced by tessellation method, infill percentage, and blend radius. Higher infill percentages generally result in increased strength due to greater material volume transmitting loading force. While tessellation affects samples without shells, its impact is negligible on samples with shells.
AFM-BASED MACHINE DESIGN FOR FINISHING INJECTION MOLDING TOOLS
Authors:   Department of Production Engineering, Faculty of Technology, Tomas Bata University in Zlin, HANZLIK JAN , VANEK JIRI ,   Department of Production Engineering, Faculty of Technology, Tomas Bata University in Zlin, KOTLANOVA BARBORA ,   Department of Production Engineering, Faculty of Technology, Tomas Bata University in Zlin, KOCAK MICHAL ,   Department of Production Engineering, Faculty of Technology, Tomas Bata University in Zlin, OVSIK MARTIN ,   Department of Production Engineering, Faculty of Technology, Tomas Bata University in Zlin, BEDNARIK MARTIN ,   Department of Production Engineering, Faculty of Technology, Tomas Bata University in Zlin
Published: May 2024

This research delves into challenges within injection molding, particularly the struggle to maintain uniform cooling in complex product shapes. Additive manufacturing, like conformal cooling, is explored as a potential solution but faces surface quality issues. The study investigates Abrasive Flow Machining (AFM) as a means to refine surfaces within cooling channels, crucial for injection molds. The research presents the design and assembly of an AFM-based machine and its potential in addressing the requirements for machining internal surfaces created through additive technologies, highlighting its universality and potential applications in future research on conformal cooling within injection molding technology.
EXPERTISE OF A SPECIALISED FIXTURE WITH A VARIABLE VERTICAL PUSHING EFFECT FOR DIAGNOSTICS OF MEASURING DEVICES
Authors:   Slovak Technical University in Bratislava, Faculty of Materials Science and Technology in Trnava, ZELNIK ROMAN , MICHAL DAVID ,   Slovak Technical University in Bratislava, Faculty of Materials Science and Technology in Trnava
Published: May 2024

Sensor diagnostics is an increasingly hot topic nowadays. It helps to improve their operational accuracy, analyze and evaluate their lifetime and monitor wear rates. A diagnostic laboratory has been constructed for force-measuring sensors with the ambition of future experiments. A current topic is the monitoring of the influence of deformation of progressive materials in the measurement and diagnostic process. The deformation and elasticity of these materials is evaluated by measuring the forces in the diagnostics laboratory. To perform the experiment, a specialized jig was made in which measurement segments of different materials were implemented. The main objective of the experiment is the expertise of the influence of elastic material in diagnostics. The expected logical negative factor of using flexible segments is the reduction of the measurable range due to the deformation of the flexible element. An expected important conclusion of the experiment is the increase of the sensitivity and especially the stability of the measurement. The aim of the expertise is to quantify the percentage values of the measurement deviations.
CEMENTITIOUS MATERIAL DEVELOPMENT FOR ADDITIVE FABRICATION
Authors:   Klokner Institute, CTU in Prague, CITEK DAVID , HURTIG KAREL ,   Klokner Institute, CTU in Prague, KOLISKO JIRI ,   Klokner Institute, CTU in Prague, KOTES PETER ,   University of Zilina
Published: May 2024

For the 3D STAR project and 3D printing purposes, a special fine-grained cement mixture from locally available raw materials was developed. The reason for the development of the custom mixture was the possibility of arbitrary optimization of the developed mixture at any stage of the project and for any type of application. Mix design, printing head and the entire system from mixing to extrusion was the subject of research and development for this project. It was therefore necessary to address both issues in parallel and to respond in both sectors to the realities arising from the partial results of the different groups involved in the development.
Renal diseases in children at the university of Gondar hospital, Ethiopia: pattern and outcome
Authors: Alemu Mehretie K. , Dubie Addisu G.
Published: May 2024

Background: In developing countries, renal diseases in children are becoming common causes of morbidity and mortality. In Ethiopia, there are no adequate data about patterns and outcome of these disorders. We conducted this study to provide evidences on patterns and outcome of renal diseases in children admitted to a tertiary hospital in Gondar, Ethiopia.
Methods: A retrospective record review of all pediatric patients admitted with renal diseases over a period of two-years (January 2022-December 2023) to the university of Gondar hospital (UoGH), was conducted.
Results: A total of 456, comprising 231 (50.7%) females and 225 (49.3%) males, patients were studied. Majority (37.7%) of patients were below 5 years of age. Renal diseases accounted for 3.6% of all admissions during the 2-years period. Common renal problems were urinary tract infection (UTI) (29%), acute glomerulonephritis (AGN) (24.1%), nephrotic syndrome (18.6%), acute kidney injury (AKI) (14.3%), nephroblastoma (9%) and chronic kidney diseases (CKD) (2.4%). Finally; 71.9% were discharged improved and 10.5% died. The highest case fatality rates were in patients with rapidly progressive glomerulonephritis (36.7%) followed by CKD (36.4%), and AKI (21.5%).
Conclusions: This study revealed high prevalence and mortality rate of renal diseases in children. The major causes of death were AGN/RPGN, CKD and AKI. All the above evidences clearly disclosed that establishment of a pediatric nephrology unit and get a trained pediatric nephrologist in our university hospital is critical.
Storytelling using self-designed image-based storybook as tools for reducing dental anxiety in 5 to 12-years-old children: a narrative therapy
Authors: Krishnadasan Amritha , Setty Jyothsna V. , Mohan Ashwani , Krishna Aparna Jai , Srinivasan Ila
Published: May 2024

Background: Children commonly experience dental anxiety, marked by a general feeling of fear when they have not encountered the situation before. By incorporating positive dental information through storytelling or engaging dental activity books, children can be effectively reassured and mentally prepared for their initial dental appointments. Storytelling and storybooks in healthcare serves multiple functions such as educating patients and their families, promoting specific qualities, and enhancing behaviors.
Methods: A randomized clinical study involving 240 children aged 5 to 12 years was conducted. The children were randomly assigned to three groups of 80 each: group 1 (received storytelling with image-based storybook), group 2 (received only storytelling), and the control group (received neither). Pulse rate and anxiety assessment using animated emoji scale measurements were taken at the start of the appointment, after the intervention before treatment, and after dental treatment.
Results: The interventional groups 1 and 2 showed a significant difference compared to the control group for pulse rate and animated emoji scale. Group 1 exhibited the highest reduction in anxiety as measured using the animated emoji scale and pulse rate.
Conclusions: In conclusion, providing children with a dental storybook before dental treatment can decrease dental anxiety and improve their behavior during the dental treatment.
AS REPRESENTAÇÕES SOCIAIS COMO TEORIA E COMO PRÁTICA
Authors: Alves dos Santos Elismar , Faria Campos Pedro Humberto
Published: May 2024

O artigo destaca que as representações sociais são, ao mesmo tempo, uma teoria e uma prática. Como teoria, necessitam de conceitos próprios, como a ancoragem e a objetivação, para que se possa compreender o processo de construção do objeto da representação social. Porém, as representações sociais não são apenas conceitos e ideias, são também vivências e experiências traduzidas pelo saber das pessoas. As representações sociais se referem tanto a uma teoria como a um fenômeno. Elas são uma teoria que oferece um conjunto de conceitos articulados que buscam explicar como os saberes sociais são produzidos e transformados em processo de comunicação e interação social. A conclusão a que chegamos é que as representações sociais não são apenas ideias filosóficas, mas especialmente práticas vivenciais transmitidas por meio da comunicação. Palavras-chave: Representações sociais. Teoria. Prática. Ancoragem. Objetivação.
DIALOGANDO ACERCA DAS POSSIBILIDADES DE CONSTRUÇÃO DO PARADIDÁTICO: OLHARES INSURGENTES E SINGULARIDADES
Authors: De Araujo Raiane Cordeiro , De Amorim Ivonete Barreto
Published: May 2024

O artigo tem como objetivo construir de forma dialogada um paradidático tendo como base as vivências e representações em comunidade que ecoam nos desenhos das crianças do 4° e 5° ano (turma multisseriada) do Ensino Fundamental, Anos Iniciais. O referencial teórico inclui Gomes (2003), Freire (2013), Laguna (2001), Lopes e Macedo (2011), Menezes (2001), Sacristán (2013) e Ribeiro (2019), entre outros autores/as que colaboraram para a confecção desse texto. Este estudo é de cunho qualitativo, utilizando como método a pesquisa-ação e tendo como instrumento de coleta das informações as entrevistas narrativas e a observação durante a efetivação das oficinas e Círculos de Cultura virtuais. Entre os resultados esperados, destacamos a efetivação da construção dialógica e participativa do paradidático intitulado “A riqueza do lugar: história da Comunidade Quilombola do Maracujá”, servindo como documento de emancipação, visibilidade e orgulho para as crianças e moradores da localidade.
SISTEMA DE PESAGEM EM MOVIMENTO – WIM: INSTALAÇÃO E CALIBRAÇÃO EM PISTA EXPERIMENTAL PARA MONITORAMENTO E CLASSIFICAÇÃO DO ESPECTRO DE CARGAS RODANTES DA BR-290/RS - FREEWAY
Authors: Brito Lelio , Bock André Luiz , Ceratti Jorge Augusto Pereira , Núñez Washington Peres
Published: May 2024

O tráfego de veículos representa um dos importantes papéis no dimensionamento de pavimentos bem como no desempenho da sua vida útil. Métodos empíricos, como o atualmente vigente no Brasil, especificado pelo IPR-719 do DNIT consideram o tráfego de projeto a partir de um “eixo padrão rodoviário”, no qual as configurações e magnitudes de cargas de eixo são convertidas em um número equivalente de solicitações de carga padrão – hoje um eixo simples de rodas duplas (ESRD) com 80kN, através de fatores de equivalência de carga. Métodos de dimensionamento mais atuais, como AASHTO 2002, caracterizam o trafego através de espectros de carga por eixo; para isto é necessário que sejam determinados os vários tipos de carregamentos e suas magnitudes para caracterização do tráfego rodante. O uso de sistema de pesagem em movimento, conhecidos como “Weigh-in-motion”, são equipamentos que permitem a determinação do peso dos eixos rodantes em vias em serviço a velocidade operacional da via; estes equipamentos associados a classificadores de tráfego, permitem a completa classificação do espectro de cargas nas rodovias. Este estudo investigou a sensibilidade de um sistema de pesagem em movimento através de sua implantação em uma pista experimental através do Simulador de Tráfego DAER/UFRGS na Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul para avaliar a acurácia deste sistema e suas limitações com vistas à implantação posterior em uma via em serviço na BR-290/RS. Com os resultados obtidos foi possível estabelecer um protocolo de instalação e coleta de dados para futura instalação em campo e verificar a sensibilidade dos sistemas em condições características do estado. Os resultados mostraram uma variação de até 57% nas leituras de carga para variação uma variação de 17°C na temperatura do pavimento e também sensibilidade da carga em função do posicionamento do rodado na seção transversal do pavimento.
Normas de competencia laboral en diseño y confección: un análisis comparativo entre Asia y Colombia
Authors: Velásquez Restrepo Sandra Milena , Giraldo V´ásquez Diego Hernán
Published: May 2024

El mejoramiento de competencias laborales cumple un papel protagónico en el mejoramiento de la competitividad de un sector económico y el personal que emplea. La cadena productiva diseño y confección de prendas de vestir hace parte de esa tendencia, por lo cual en este estudio se recopilaron las normas de competencia laboral usadas en Colombia y en países asiáticos referentes a nivel mundial en dicho sector económico, con el objetivo primordial de investigar fortalezas y aspectos para mejorar la competitividad colombiana en lo relacionado con las capacidades del talento humano. El estudio utilizó una metodología descriptiva con un enfoque analítico, tomando como fuentes de información publicaciones académicas, reportes de entidades gremiales y documentos oficiales emitidos por autoridades responsables por la normalización de competencias laborales. Se identificaron normas de competencia laboral en toda la cadena productiva estableciendo similitudes principalmente en procesos de diseño y manufactura, pero se identificaron diferencias significativas en la gestión administrativa de cadenas de abastecimiento, criterios de sostenibilidad, servicio postventa y mercadeo, así como la relevancia otorgada a competencias blandas. Se evidenció también la pertinencia de contar con un marco nacional de cualificaciones para que empleadores y centros educativos gestionen de forma articulada las competencias del personal.
Leader ‘leadership’ perceptions within a luxury hotel environment
Authors: Marinotti Greta , Johnston Alan
Published: May 2024

This study considers the role of leadership within the hospitality sector as a key tool in raising performance levels. Hospitality is unique in its service-based approach, which relies on employees to ensure effective service. Post-COVID-19 and Brexit, the hospitality sector has seen a shift in reliance towards a home workforce, and as such, retention has become an area of greater importance. This case study investigation adopted a qualitative approach to consider the perceptions of six managers within a UK-based luxury hotel. Semi-structured interviews were used to draw out their experience of approaches used to ensure effective delivery in their areas of responsibility. The research concludes that a shift in leadership approach (from autocratic to democratic) is a necessity to retain staff, particularly as the shift to a greater reliance on a home workforce due to COVID-19 and Brexit starts to impact the sector. There does, however, remain a need to be more autocratic in certain situations to ensure the quality of service. Subsequently, communication becomes critical in the building of relationships. The research considers leadership approaches from a managerial perspective and is based on individual perceptions. Traditionally, research has been conducted from an employee perspective.
Izby rolnicze w modelu społecznej gospodarki rynkowej
Authors: Jeżyńska Beata , Król Monika A.
Published: May 2024

Samorząd jako forma decentralizacji administracji publicznej wykonywany jest samodzielnie przez związki publiczno-prawne utworzone na mocy ustaw szczególnych. W tej formie obywatele sprawują administrację i mają możliwość rzeczywistego wpływania na bieg spraw publicznych. Obecność podmiotów samorządowych w wykonywaniu zadań publicznych jest cechą współczesnych ustrojów społeczno-gospodarczych opartych na zasadzie pomocniczości, przedsiębiorczości, decentralizacji i partycypacji obywatelskiej. Uczestnictwo przedsiębiorców w organizacjach samorządu zawodowego zostało uznane za źródło wiedzy o mechanizmach i stanie gospodarki oraz podstawę kształtowania rozwiązań normatywnych. Dla stosunków społeczno-gospodarczych w rolnictwie – tak historycznie, jak i obecnie – fundamentalne znaczenie przypisane zostało izbom rolniczym, uznając, że spójny rozwój rolnictwa wymaga aktywnego partnerstwa organizacji samorządu zawodowego z wyspecjalizowanymi publicznymi instytucjami i agendami rolnymi. Izby rolnicze są przez część przedstawicieli doktryny zaliczane do samorządu gospodarczego, ale często też określane są jako samorząd nietypowy, łączący cechy samorządu zawodowego i gospodarczego. W Polsce koncepcję samorządu gospodarczego rolników realizuje ustawa z dnia 14 grudnia 1995 r. o izbach rolniczych. Po upływie 25 lat obowiązywania przepisów należy podjąć próbę oceny statusu prawnego izb rolniczych, ich miejsca w strukturach administracji rolnej, znaczenia gospodarczego, społecznego i reprezentatywnego dla rolników, a także zakreślić dalszą perspektywę, która musi uwzględnić nowe okoliczności, w jakich funkcjonować będzie polskie rolnictwo.
Nivel de apropiación de Stakeholders a la RSU en un programa de Contaduría Pública colombiano
Authors: Reyes-Bastidas Carolina , Villarreal José Luis , Camargo-Mayorga David Andrés
Published: May 2024

El objetivo del presente artículo es analizar el nivel de apropiación de los stakeholders internos (estudiantes, docentes y directivos) adscritos al Programa de Contaduría Pública de la Universidad Mariana (Pasto, Colombia) a las dimensiones de la Responsabilidad Social Universitaria (RSU). Para tal fin se usó una muestra de 121 estudiantes, 28 docentes y 2 directivos (decano y director del programa) y se formularon tres hipótesis a partir de la revisión de la literatura que se comprobaron en dos fases: la primera exploratoria, mediante análisis factorial y, la segunda confirmatoria, con el modelo de ecuaciones estructurales. Los principales resultados muestran que los stakeholders internos de la Universidad Mariana perciben que la investigación con enfoque social está relacionada con la dimensión de proyección social, y que la RSU con enfoque educativo no está relacionada con la investigación con enfoque social, pero sí lo está con la dimensión de proyección social
Análisis de innovaciones y prácticas en el cultivo de arracacha en Cajamarca, Colombia
Authors: Navarro-Niño Diego Alberto , Jaramillo-Barrios Camilo Ignacio
Published: May 2024

El objetivo del estudio fue analizar el índice de adopción de innovaciones del cultivo de arracacha en el municipio de Cajamarca, Tolima, Colombia. Se utilizó un diseño de muestreo aleatorio simple para seleccionar una muestra de 104 productores a partir de una población conocida, con un nivel de confianza del 90% y un error máximo permisible del 10%. Se evaluaron 28 innovaciones relacionadas con el cultivo, además de una caracterización de productores. Se calculó el índice de adopción de innovaciones, la tasa de adopción de innovaciones, además de un análisis estadístico descriptivo univariado y el análisis multivariante de correspondencias múltiples. Se observó una tendencia hacia la adopción de prácticas destinadas a aumentar la productividad en el cultivo de arracacha, aunque se evidenció la falta de asistencia técnica y servicios de extensión rural, así como la necesidad de fortalecer los procesos de asociatividad y la participación de los agricultores en procesos de aprendizaje.
Conflict, Displacement, and Social Assistance in Three Districts of Ethiopia
Authors: Tefera Taye Mulugeta , Mogus Fekadu , Carter Becky , Lind Jeremy , Sabates-Wheeler Rachel
Published: May 2024

In the context of recurrent drought shocks and other climate stresses, and in the aftermath of conflict that has affected different parts of Ethiopia, the country is struggling to address a sizeable humanitarian challenge alongside the need to sustain support to those living in chronic and severe poverty. This study draws on a review of policy documentation, interviews with a range of government and donor officials working in and on Ethiopia, and primary qualitative fieldwork in conflict-affected districts to assess the responsiveness of social protection and humanitarian systems to conflict shocks in Ethiopia. The research was carried out in three woredas (districts) of Amhara, Oromiya, and Somali regions in 2022.
Consideratıon Of HPV Vaccination in Patients Applying to Ketem Outpatient Clinic. How Aware am I of the HPV Vaccine?
Authors: Doğan Tiryaki Hülya , Kaya Ferit , Tutar Eda Fulden
Published: May 2024

Objective: Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) infection causes a wide range of diseases, from genital warts to cervical cancer. Since HPV infection often progresses without symptoms, early diagnosis is difficult. The aim of the study is to determine the frequency of HPV positivity among women applying to KETEM polyclinic in Adıyaman province
Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted through surveys among 273 women who applied to Adıyaman Central KETEM polyclinic. The applied questionnaire consists of 25 questions. Questionnaires were administered through face-to-face interviews. In addition to sociodemographic data, the questionnaires included questions about HPV vaccination. Chi-square, t-test and ANOVA tests were used as statistical analysis methods. p
Ubi aqua – ibi bene – Die Bäder von Baden im Aargau im Licht der archäologischen Untersuchungen 2009–2022
Authors: Schaer Andrea , Stäuble Jürg
Published: May 2024

Baden im Kanton Aargau ist eine Bäderstadt. Hier fördern die heißen Quellen seit Jahrtausenden das mineralreichste Thermalwasser der Schweiz zu Tage. Die im nahen römischen Legionslager von Vindonissa (heute Windisch, Kanton Aargau) stationierten Truppen erbauten erste Thermenanlagen, die bis in die Spätantike wiederholte Aus- und Umbauten erlebten. Einzelne Becken der römischen Thermalbäder blieben bis ins 19. Jahrhundert in Benutzung. Im Mittelalter und bis in die Frühe Neuzeit war Baden der bedeutendste Badeort im deutschsprachigen Europa. Ein Bedeutungsverlust im 18. Jahrhundert, wiederum internationale Beliebtheit im 19. Jahrhundert, Niedergang der Bäder in der zweiten Hälfte des 20. Jahrhunderts: Die Bädergeschichte ist wechselhaft. Erst kürzlich erfuhren die Thermalbäder von Baden eine Neugestaltung, die verschiedene Bauvorhaben auslöste und die Anlass für umfangreiche archäologische Grabungen und Bauuntersuchungen waren. Die vorliegende Publikation stellt die archäologische und historische Quellenlage sowie Geschichte der archäologischen Erforschung der Heilbäder von Baden vor. Im geplanten zweiten Band erfolgt die Publikation der Ergebnisse der archäologischen  Ausgrabungen 2009–2012 und 2018.
Monitoring Diseases in Water of Vannamei Shrimp (Litopenaeus Vannamei), Banyuwangi District
Authors: Ramadhan Andhika Putra , Ervina Wahyu Setyaningrum  , Mega Yuniartik
Published: May 2024

Banyuwangi Regency has high potential for vannamei shrimp farming. Vannamei shrimp farming is susceptible to disease attack. Disease monitoring serves to determine the distribution of disease in vannamei shrimp ponds. The purpose of this study was to monitor disease in vannamei shrimp pond waters of Banyuwangi Regency. This research method uses descriptive method. Monitoring of water quality parameters insitu and exitu. Disease monitoring using Real-Time PCR Quant studio 5 to detect AHPND, WSSV, EHP, and IMNV. The analysis used was descriptive analysis. The results showed that the water quality in vannamei shrimp ponds in Banyuwangi Regency was an average temperature of 25.8℃, average salinity of 33.9 g.L-1 , average dissolved oxygen (DO) 7.15 mg.L-1 , average pH 8.15, average ammonia 0.257 mg.L-1 , average nitrite 0.04 mg.L-1 , average nitrate 4.9 mg.L-1 . As for the disease, there are three types, namely AHPND, EHP, and IMNV.
The role of PD-1/PD-L1 signaling pathway in cancer pathogenesis and treatment: a systematic review
Authors: Sabaghian Amirhosein , Shamsabadi Shahnam , Momeni Saghar , Mohammadikia Mobina , Mohebbipour Kiarash , Sanami Samira , Ahmad Sajjad , Akhtar Nahid , Sharma Neeta Raj , Kushwah Raja Babu Singh , Gupta Yash , Prakash Ajit , Pazoki-Toroudi Hamidreza
Published: May 2024

Aim: Cancer as a complex disease poses significant challenges for both diagnosis and treatment. Researchers have been exploring various avenues to find effective therapeutic strategies, with a particular emphasis on cellular signaling pathways and immunotherapy. One such pathway that has recently been suggested is the PD-1/PD-L1 pathway, which is an immune checkpoint signaling system that plays an important role in regulating the immune system and maintaining tissue homeostasis. Cancer cells exploit this pathway by producing PD-L1, which attaches to PD-1 on T cells, thus inhibiting immune responses and enabling the cancer cells to escape detection by the immune system. This study aimed to evaluate the role of the PD-1/PD-L1 pathway in cancer pathogenesis and treatment. Method: This study was performed based on the principles of Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA). All in vitro , in vivo , and clinical studies that were published in English have been considered during a thorough search of the Scopus, Web of Science, and PubMed databases without date restriction until March 2024. Results: According to the studies reviewed, the PD-1/PD-L1 signaling axis suggests promising therapeutic effects on various types of cancers such as non-small cell lung cancer, melanoma, breast cancer, hepatocellular carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and colorectal cancer, among others. Additionally, research suggests that immune checkpoint inhibitors that block PD1/PD-L1, such as pembrolizumab, atezolizumab, nivolumab, durvalumab, cemiplimab, avelumab, etc. , can effectively prevent tumor cells from escaping the immune system. Moreover, there might be a possible interaction between microbiome, obesity, etc. on immune mechanisms and on the immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs). Conclusion: Although we have gained considerable knowledge about ICIs, we are still facing challenges in effectively prescribing the appropriate ICIs for individual patients. This is largely due to the complex interactions between different intracellular pathways, which need to be thoroughly studied. To resolve this issue, it is necessary to conduct more reliable clinical trials that can produce a scientific consensus.