bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Patients’ Perceptions and Success Rate of Temporary Anchorage Devices After the Immediate and Delayed Loading of Orthodontic Mini-Implants-Randomized Clinical Trial
Authors: Sahoo Subhrajeet Narayan , Pattanaik Snigdha , Nanda Smruti Bhusan , Mohammad Noorjahan , Khan Azuvi , Pani Saibalini
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACT

Background:

The search for an ideal anchorage during orthodontic treatment resulted in the invention of Orthodontic Mini Implants (OMIs) that do not require patient’s cooperation. In spite of their common use in orthodontics, there is a lack of studies regarding patients’ perceptions of OMIs after their immediate and delayed loading.

Aim:

The aim of this study was to compare the pain and discomfort experienced by patients following the placement of orthodontic mini-implants and immediate loading with delayed loading, and to evaluate their success rate to formulate a definite clinical protocol for loading of the orthodontic mini-implants.

Material and Methods:

Totally, 32 adult Orthodontic patients who required the extraction of the maxillary first premolars were recruited for the study. The use of OMIs as anchorage were randomized to immediate and delayed loading groups. A visual analogue scale questionnaire was used to seek patients’ perception about use of OMIs at different times. Success rate was also assessed using mobility and signs of inflammation around the OMIs.

Results:

In general, pain, swelling, bleeding, and discomfort were reported by patients more with the immediate loading group than the delayed loading group. Also, patients experienced difficulty during speech and brushing in the immediate loading group.

Conclusions:

From this study, it is evident that the delayed loading of the OMIs created less pain and discomfort to patients. Furthermore, the success rate of OMIs was approximately 100% in both groups.
Cytotoxicity of Dhanwantharaarishtam on hiPSC Cells – An In vitro Study
Authors: Devi Barri Indira , Kalaivannan J. , Jones Sumathi , Janaki C.S. , Sheriff Dhastagir , Prabhu K. , Balakrishnan Deepalakkshmi , Sambasivam Shyamala
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACT

Background:

Dhanwantharaarishtam is a traditional Ayurvedic herbal tonic used to improve digestion, promote lactation, and balance the Vata dosha.

Aim:

The study investigates the effects of Dhanwantharaarishtam, a traditional Ayurvedic tonic, on cell viability and cytotoxicity in human induced pluripotent stem cell (hiPSC) cultures.

Methods:

The impact of Dhanwantharaarishtam on hiPSC cells was analyzed over a 24 hour period.

Results:

Our results reveal significantly less cytotoxicity, with 80.1 ± 6.7% cell viability observed at 500 µg concentrations. Conversely, cell viability was reduced to 50.3 ± 4.15% at 1000 µg concentration.

Conclusion:

These findings suggest that while Dhanwantharaarishtam exhibits potent biological effects, including potential therapeutic benefits, its unsubstantial cytotoxic profile in hiPSC cells necessitates further investigation to elucidate its safety and potential applications in clinical settings. This study underscores the importance of rigorous evaluation of traditional herbal remedies for their efficacy and safety in modern biomedical research.
Association Between Maternal Dietary Patterns and Birthweight: A Cross-Sectional Study from South India
Authors: Sam Rajani Merlin , Naganandini Raju , John Esther , Periasamy Panneerselvam
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACT

Background:

This study explores the link between a mother’s dietary variety score and her prenatal eating patterns, focusing on the potential impact on her health and the likelihood of a low-birth-weight baby.

Methods:

Mothers at the Ganga Medical Centre and Hospitals in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, were interviewed to measure bio-social variables, including pre-pregnancy weight, height, BMI, total weight gain, and birth weight. Low birth weight was the main measure of interest.

Results:

The study found that 63.33% of neonates had a low birth weight, with 68% preterm and 32% late due to IUGR. 45% of mothers had a low BMI during pregnancy and pregnancies.

Conclusion:

Nutrition programs should prioritize screening and treating at-risk women, reducing the low-birth-weight infant burden, and promoting better maternal protein intake to improve baby birth weight.
Assessment of Expression of Mast Cells Density in Oral Premalignant and Malignant Lesions by Histochemical Analysis
Authors: Abidullah Mohammed , Anjum Bushra , Saudagar Shaikh Mohammed Imran , Jahagirdar Swathi , Mallik Peddisetty Govind Raj Pankaj , Shivaratna Mediconda
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACT

Aim:

Assessment of mast cells density expression in oral premalignant and malignant lesions by histochemical analysis.

Materials and Methods:

The study used a total of 120 tissue blocks that were formalin-fixed and paraffin-embedded. These blocks consisted of 40 cases of oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC), 40 cases of oral epithelial dysplasia, and 40 cases of normal oral mucosa (NOM).

Results:

In the current investigation, a comparison was made between toluidine blue stained sections of normal oral mucosa, oral epithelial dysplasia and OSCC. The resultant P value was determined to be statistically insignificant in all three categories, namely, oral epithelial dysplasia, oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC), and normal oral mucosa. The resultant P values, calculated using an unpaired t-test, were shown to be extremely significant (P = 0.001).

Conclusion:

Research indicates that mast cells could be a significant marker for increased angiogenesis, which in turn could be used to predict carcinogenesis, its progression, and the prognosis of malignant lesions.
Evaluation of Stress Among Undergraduate Students While Treating Pediatric Patients – A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Swetha R K , Ananthan Vasanthakumari , Shanthi S Dhivya , Shailanathan R , Sriram K L Mohana , Keerthana V
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACT

Background:

Dentistry, particularly pediatric dentistry, is highly stressful. Studies indicate that dental students experience significant stress during their training period. Our study aimed to evaluate the stress experienced by undergraduate students, and identify to aspects in which they become stressed, and design methods to overcome it.

Aim:

Evaluation of stress among undergraduate students in Pediatric dental practice.

Methods:

A Cross-sectional study survey was conducted among 254 participants. A self-designed study Questionnaire was used comprising 17 questions. A pilot study was also performed. Student’s self-reported stress was recorded using a 5-point Likert stress scale, and stress level was calculated. Data were then statically analyzed using a two-way ANOVA test, with a significant difference kept as ≤0.05.

Results:

The mean age of the participants was 19–25 years. 29.5% were male and 70.5% were female participants. 35% final-year students, 34% compulsory rotatory residential internship (CRRI)’S, and 31% third-year students. 53% of female participants felt stressful than male participants.

Conclusions:

This study reveals that students feel a considerable amount of stress while treating pediatric patients, which is highly subject to intervention to combat the stress.
Effects of Chemical and Herbal Disinfection Methods on the Color Stability of Maxillofacial Silicone: An In Vitro Study
Authors: Srivastava Himanshu , Mempally Hari K. , Qureshi Sameera , Aysha Rumiya , Pathan Fatima L. , Mahajan Apeksha B.
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACT

Introduction:

Maxillofacial prostheses used in rehabilitation of patients are fabricated with medical grade silicone and are tinted corresponding to the patients natural skin color. However, exposure to environment and disinfectants can affect the color stability. Due to rising microorganism resistance and fewer adverse effects of chemical agents, phytoextracts appear to be a viable option. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of two different disinfection methods one containing the leaf extracts of Mangifera indica (M. indica) and another containing 2% chlorhexidine solution on the color stability of precolored and hand-colored maxillofacial silicones.

Material and Methods:

Twenty specimens each of precolored and hand-colored silicone were randomly divided into four groups (n = 10) and cleansed with two different disinfection methods. Disinfection was carried out six times/day for 60 days, simulating once-a-day disinfection for a year. Color evaluation was carried out at day 0 and day 60 using a UV-vis spectrophotometer. Color alterations were calculated by the CIE L*a*b* system. Data were analyzed by two-way ANOVA with post hoc Tukey HSD and t-tests (α = 0.05).

Result and Conclusion:

In our study, 2% chlorhexidine solution resulted in the higher color change as compared to M.indica extract. Precolored silicone showed higher color stability than its hand-colored counterpart.
Effect of Micro Osteoperforation with Mini Implant on Rate of Tooth Movement During Maxillary Arch En-Masse Retraction in Class I Malocclusion Cases-A Split Mouth Study
Authors: Krishnajith J. K. , Manjusha K. K. , Nishad A. , Mohammed Abin , Aparna M. A. , Roy Praveen
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACT

Aims:

Extended orthodontic treatment leads to a number of negative outcomes, including a higher chance of dental cavities, gingival recession, open gingival embrasure gaps, and root resorption. It has been stated that micro osteoperforations (MOPs) use the biology of the body to speed up tooth movement. Our objective was to investigate how MOPs with micro implants affected the tooth movement rate.

Methods:

A parallel arm clinical trial at Noorul Islam College of Dental Sciences involved 36 maxillary quadrants from 18 patients aged 14–20 with class I malocclusion requiring maxillary first premolar extraction. The left quadrant served as a control, and the right as the experimental side. Following alignment with the MBT bracket system, MOPs with mini implants were conducted on the experimental side before retraction. This process was repeated every 28 days for three months. Tooth movement on both sides was measured and analyzed using SPSS 26.0.

Result:

The rate of retraction did not differ statistically significantly between the experimental and control groups. In the experimental group, the mean rate of retraction was 5.77 ± 0.71 mm, while in the control group, it was 5.71 ± 0.73 mm.

Conclusion:

Micro osteoperforations (MOPs) used in the study didn’t facilitate an enhanced retraction rate.
The Efficacy of Nurse-Led Bundle Care in Preventing Post-Acute Complications and Enhancing Quality of Life in Stroke Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Authors: Muniyandi Anjali Devi , Raju Naganandini , Vibha Deepti
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACT

Background:

Stroke causes long-term disability, affecting physical, cognitive, and psychological aspects. A nurse-led bundle care approach is proposed to provide comprehensive post-acute care, enhancing recovery and quality of life for stroke patients and their caregivers.

Methods:

The study conducted a thorough literature search in major databases, identifying relevant studies that met eligibility criteria. The PICO framework was used to guide the review, and the included studies were evaluated for bias risk and evidence quality.

Results:

The final analysis of 12 studies revealed that nurse-led bundle care interventions significantly reduced post-acute stroke complications, including functional decline (P < 0.05), cognitive impairment (P < 0.01), and psychosocial distress (P < 0.001), compared to standard care.

Conclusion:

The nurse-led bundle approach, which is coordinated and comprehensive, has shown positive outcomes in stroke patients transitioning from acute to post-acute settings, indicating potential benefits.
Profinite rigidity of fibring
Authors: Hughes Sam , Kielak Dawid
Published: January 2025

We introduce the classes of TAP groups, in which various types of algebraic fibring are detected by the non-vanishing of twisted Alexander polynomials. We show that finite products of finitely presented LERF groups lie in the class

\mathsf{TAP}_{1}(R)

for every integral domain

R

, and deduce that algebraic fibring is a profinite property for such groups. We offer stronger results for algebraic fibring of products of limit groups, as well as applications to profinite rigidity of Poincaré duality groups in dimension 3 and RFRS groups.
The Red Book: The Political Foundation of the Ethiopian National Defence Forces under the EPRDF
Authors: Yonas Tariku
Published: January 2025

Based on a thorough review and analysis of a document that has hitherto been kept secret, this article elucidates the political foundation of the Ethiopian National Defence Forces (ENDF) the Ethiopian Peoples' Revolutionary Democratic Front (EPRDF) aimed to build. In doing so, the article demonstrates how the EPRDF, contrary to the country's legal framework and socio-political context, attempted to create a partisan national army. The document outlines three things: firstly, the ultimate objective of the ENDF is to be the bastion of 'revolutionary democracy'—EPRDF's ideology. Secondly, in the absence of revolutionary democracy's hegemony within Ethiopian society, ENDF's loyalty to it should be attained through the political indoctrination of its members. Thirdly, since indoctrination alone may not be sufficient, there must be a systematic and integrated implementation scheme. This was expected to ensure the building of a revolutionary democratic army. The effect of these was that, despite the ENDF's image as a force of regional peace and stability outside the country, it dwarfed the possibility of it becoming a politically neutral and professional national army. In the context of a divided society where major political contestations are far from settled, building a partisan national defence force was a recipe for disaster, as attested by the ongoing politico-military crisis in Ethiopia (2020-2022).
Structured Deliberative Gossip and Nigerian Government in the Digital Era
Authors: Okocha Desmond Onyemechi , Jesse Ishaku
Published: January 2025

Active citizen participation in governance, openness and prompt provision of adequate information for the public to make informed decision is crucial for any meaningful development to be achieved. Unfortunately, governance in Nigeria is shrouded in secrecy, lies, half-truths, gossips and rumours which negate some of the cardinal precepts of democracy generally. Since such opportunities for citizen engagement are lacking, it is common for Nigerians to resort to social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter (X), WhatsApp and Blogs to access and share information which may result in cyber-gossip or cyber-rumour peddling especially on burning national issues. This research therefore, examines structured deliberative gossip and Nigerian government in the digital era. Anchored on structured deliberative gossip theory, the study uses simple random sampling technique and 385 sample size which was drawn from Taraba state for analysis and discussion using tables and simple percentage. Findings reveal that, Nigerian government engage in gossips and rumours as ways of gauging public opinion and testing their popularity or otherwise before they are implemented thereby serving as precursor for policy formation. However, this research recommends among other things that, citizen participation and adequate information provision, openness and transparency can help to reduce the propagation of gossips by the government. Also, since gossips and rumours can affect the government negatively, there is a need for the government to control rumour propagation by releasing official Rumor-Refuting Information (ORI).
Artificial Blood Substitutes: An Update on Strategies ForBlood Transfusion Alternatives
Authors: Moore-Igwe B.W. , Wenah-Emmanuel J.E.
Published: January 2025

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Effects of Aqueous Leaf Extract of Moringa oleifera on Spray Paint-Induced Lung Damage in WistarRats
Authors: Ehi-Omosun Mabel B. , Ajufoh Zion C
Published: January 2025

No Abstract
Uma definição de Estado Democrático de Direito para o direito penal: democracia combativa e crimes contra as instituições democráticas
Authors: Góes Guilherme de Toledo , Santin Janice
Published: January 2025

This paper offers initial outlines of a meaning for the concept of “Democratic State Ruled by Law” in criminal law. To this end, we first explore the differentiation between the protection of the state and the protection of the constitution outlined by the concept of militant democracy. Next, we analyse the decisions of the German Constitutional Court regarding party bans in order to find a constitutional definition of the term. We then comment on the precautions needed when importing constitutional concepts into criminal law and on the need to develop a doctrine specific to offences against democratic institutions. Finally, we present a suggested definition based on three facets: the state, fundamental rights and the democratic principle. The definition presented has as its central object the analysis of the normative element provided for in art. 359-L of the Penal Code.
Əhməd Bəy Ağaoğlu-Cəmiyyətin Həyatında Jurnalistikanın Yeri və Rolu Haqqında
Authors: Kəsəmənli Rəhilə
Published: January 2025

Cəmiyyətin həyatında jurnalistikanın mühüm rol oynadığını görən Əhməd bəy Ağaoğlu özü də bu sahədə çox böyük işlər görür. Mənsub olduğu cəmiyyətin insanlarını maarifləndirən böyük mütəfəkkir bunun üçün daim jurnalistikanın, qəzetlərin, jurnalların imkanlarından geniş istifadə edir. O vaxt Çar Rusiyasında hansısa bir mətbu orqanı təsis etmək demək olar ki, mümkünsüz bir iş idi. Lakin Avropada ali təhsil almış bir şəxsin orada qalmaq imkanları ola-ola Vətənə qayıtmasını əldə əsas tutaraq bütün çətinlikləri göz önünə aldığını və onları dəf etməyə hazır oldğunu görürük. Əhməd bəy Ağaoğlu jurnalistika ilə bütün ömrü boyu məşğul oldu. Daim bu tribunadan istifadə etdi. Əhməd bəy Ağaoğlunun hadisələrə münasibət tərzi də özünəməxsus idi. O, dövrün bir sıra jurnalistləri və publisistləri kimi yalnız cəmiyyətin eybəcərliyini açıb göstərmirdi. Eyni zamanda bundan çıxış yollarını da göstərirdi. Real mübarizə metodlarını, ondan istifadə üsullarını dönə-dönə öz məqalələrində əks etdirən Əhməd bəy gələcək nəsillərin bundan istifadə edəcəyi qənaətində idi. Həqiqətən də Əli bəy Hüseynzadə və onun tərəfindən əsası qoyulan, inkişaf etdirilən “türkləşmək, müasirləşmək, islamlaşmaq” fikri həm o zamankı, həm də bu günkü Azərbaycan, o cümlədən digər Türk dövlətləri üçün inkisaf və tərəqqi şüarına çevrildi.
Pengaruh Bystander Effect dan Whitleblowing terhadap Academic Fraud Intention pada Mata Pelajaran Dasar-Dasar Akuntansi di SMK Negeri Surakarta
Authors: Syafana Rekhana Riska Nur , Hamidi Nurhasan
Published: January 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui: (1) Pengaruh bystander effect terhadap academic fraud intention pada mata pelajaran dasar-dasar akuntansi di SMKN Surakarta. (2) Pengaruh whistleblowing terhadap academic fraud intention pada mata pelajaran dasar-dasar akuntansi di SMKN Surakarta. (3) Interaksi pengaruh bystander effect dan whistleblowing terhadap academic fraud intention pada mata pelajaran dasar-dasar akuntansi di SMKN Surakarta. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah penelitian kuantitatif. Data diperoleh dari penyebaran kuesioner. Sampel yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah peserta didik jurusan akuntansi kelas X pada SMK Negeri di Surakarta yang berjumlah 167 peserta didik. Data dalam penelitian ini diolah menggunakan uji regresi linear berganda dengan bantuan program SPSS versi 23. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa: (1) Terdapat pengaruh signifikan pada variabel bystander effect terhadap academic fraud intention pada mata pelajaran dasar-dasar akuntansi di SMKN Surakarta. (2) Terdapat pengaruh signifikan pada variabel whistleblowing terhadap academic fraud intention pada mata pelajaran dasar-dasar akuntansi di SMKN Surakarta. (3) Terdapat pengaruh yang signifikan secara simultan pada variabel bystander effect dan variabel whistleblowing terhadap academic fraud intention pada mata pelajaran dasar-dasar akuntansi di SMKN Surakarta.
Antisocial Personality Disorder in Offenders: Two Case Studies in the Personal Construct Psychology
Authors: Drndarević Nikola
Published: January 2025

This study explores the subjective worlds of offenders with Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD) using Personal Construct Psychology (PCP) and repertory grid methodology to provide an alternative perspective on antisocial behavior. Given the high prevalence of ASPD in correctional settings and its association with elevated risk behaviors and treatment resistance, exploring alternative frameworks may contribute to addressing existing challenges in treatment outcomes. Two case studies were presented, employing content and structural analysis to illustrate the heterogeneity within ASPD and its overlap with other personality disorders. Case 1’s personality structure is stable and permeable, defined by dominance and criminogenic constructs that position aggression as an
extension of his antisocial role. In contrast, Case 2 is marked by instability between incompatible constructs of cruelty and empathy, generating internal tension that leads to impulsive aggression. Case 1 resembles ASPD with narcissistic traits, while Case 2 suggests ASPD with borderline
traits, potentially situating them along primary and secondary psychopathy dimensions. The findings suggest that an integrated approach, combining categorical approach and PCP perspective, offers a more comprehensive understanding of ASPD's complexities. This idiographic study offers implications for risk assessments and treatment strategies based on individual ASPD profiles.
Unveiling High Commitment Management Effect on Entrepreneurial Performance a Growth Catalyst in Regional Development Project Companies in Karbala
Authors: Alkhattabi Nassif J. , Younis Joumana A. , Al-guboori Hayder
Published: January 2025

Objectives: This study aims to evaluate the correlation between high-commitment management and entrepreneurial performance in Karbala. It specifically focuses on the role of career path management, education, training, and performance management in improving entrepreneurial outcomes.
 
Methods: A quantitative approach was adopted in a descriptive study using a hypothetico-deductive methodology. Data were collected through a face-validated questionnaire, and the basic random sampling technique was used to determine the sample size. To enhance accuracy and reduce error rates, the sample size was extended to 500 participants.
 
Results: The findings indicate that high-commitment management practices, particularly career path management, significantly enhance entrepreneurial performance. Additionally, education, training, and performance management contribute to improving entrepreneurial outcomes. Functional managers play a crucial role in maintaining high commitment levels and fostering workplace unity to explore new opportunities. Organizations that adopt effective commitment management strategies are more likely to achieve creativity and strategic goals.
 
Conclusion: The study concludes that creating a work environment that promotes transparency and effective communication is essential for enhancing entrepreneurial performance. Organizations should implement commitment management strategies to drive innovation and ensure long-term success.
Desarrollo de una aplicación web para la administración de inventario de hardware y licencias en empresas de productos de cuidado personal y belleza
Authors: Montaño Zapata Jesús David , Mejía Rodríguez Carlos Alberto , Arévalo Vergel Lina Marcela , Ramírez Camargo Erney Alberto
Published: January 2025

Las tecnologías web son el compendio de métodos y herramientas que apoyan la creación y el despliegue de aplicaciones, páginas y servicios ofrecidos a través de la World Wide Web. La liberación y publicación de estas tecnologías ha experimentado variaciones en su desarrollo y evolución a lo largo de los últimos veinte años. El objetivo de este estudio fue diseñar y desarrollar una aplicación web para mejorar la gestión de inventarios, así como la administración de licencias y garantías en una empresa dedicada a la fabricación de productos de cuidado personal y belleza. El proyecto se llevó a cabo utilizando Python y el framework Django, apoyándose en la metodología ágil Scrum y el sistema de control de versiones Git. Como resultado, se creó una herramienta tecnológica escalable, segura y adaptable, que simplifica de manera significativa la gestión de activos y el control de su préstamo. La elección de Django permitió estructurar eficientemente las rutas y gestionar peticiones HTTP, además de facilitar el uso del ORM (Object-Relational Mapping) para la modelación y consultas en la base de datos.
El cultivo de vainilla como detonador de agroturismo en el municipio de Papantla, Veracruz
Authors:   Instituto Politécnico Nacional, Mendoza López Karla Jocelyn , Sáenz Pardo Jerónimo Ramos ,   Instituto Politécnico Nacional, Oliva Aguilar Víctor Ramón ,   Instituto Politécnico Nacional
Published: January 2025

Al fusionar la participación comunitaria con el turismo en áreas agrícolas, ofrece una vía para generar ingresos adicionales en las comunidades y sumergir a los visitantes en la vida rural. En Papantla, Veracruz, conocido por su producción de vainilla, se realizó esta investigación mediante una metodología cualitativa, utilizando el método etnográfico y un análisis sistemático e inductivo. El objetivo fue destacar el valor cultural y económico de la vainilla, donde se considere al agroturismo como una fuente adicional de ingresos mediante el diseño de estrategias que permitan a la comunidad incursionar en el agroturismo. El municipio de Papantla cuenta con una actividad agrícola destacada y una producción sobresaliente de vainilla, donde se aprovechó este patrimonio para estimular el turismo local. Además, cuenta con un rico legado cultural, como el centro ceremonial de El Tajín y las tradiciones de los Voladores de Papantla, lo que ha contribuido a su inclusión en el programa "Pueblos Mágicos" desde 2012. Este reconocimiento atrae principalmente a turistas nacionales, con iniciativas para integrar a la comunidad agrícola en la oferta turística.
Multiparentalidad: rompiendo paradigmas binarios de la filiación registral en Colombia: una comparación jurídica con Brasil
Authors:   Universidad Católica Luis Amigó, Castañeda Tabares Claudia Milena
Published: January 2025

Esta investigación toca el tema de la multiparentalidad registral en Colombia, entendida como la existencia de varias figuras parentales reconocidas legalmente, conocer sus consecuencias y efectos jurídicos. Para comprender cómo podría llegar a existir esta nueva organización familiar en Colombia y que sea registral, se realizó una comparación jurídica con Brasil que tiene amplia evolución y desarrollo del tema. La investigación tuvo como objetivo comprender la multiparentalidad en Colombia, realizando una comparación de índole jurídica con Brasil, sus consecuencias y efectos jurídicos al ser registrada. Así las cosas, el diseño epistémico metodológico de la investigación fue a través del enfoque histórico-hermenéutico basado en los principios hermenéuticos de Gadamer (1999) de comprensión, corrección y sensibilización y autores como Botero (2001) y Ortiz (2016) que se convirtieron en referentes complementarios para el desarrollo de la propuesta. A partir de lo anterior, los resultados establecen que esta filiación romperá paradigmas en Colombia, donde el principio de afectividad tendrá relevancia e importancia. Esto último, se centró especialmente dentro del tema principal objeto de análisis, a partir del cual se han encontrado situaciones casuísticas, que giran en torno a las organizaciones familiares, dadas por el deseo, la afectividad y la voluntad de las personas, que abrieron el camino para desarrollar este proyecto.
Remediación de suelos agrícolas mediante la gestión de la vinaza como desecho contaminante: etapa I. Caracterización del suelo de caña de azúcar
Authors:   Tecnológico Nacional de México, Montiel-Rosales Aarón , Montalvo-Romero Nayeli ,   Tecnológico Nacional de México, Murillo Cuevas Félix David ,   Tecnológico Nacional de México, Fernández Lambert Gregorio ,   Tecnológico Nacional de México
Published: January 2025

La cadena productiva de la caña de azúcar, a lo largo de su transformación en bienes, e.g., azúcar, etanol; genera desechos, e.g., residuos de cosecha, melaza, vinaza. Siendo esta última, generada como desecho de la columna de destilación del etanol; la vinaza, generalmente es depositada directamente en los cañales ocasionando daño al suelo. Por lo que, considerando un modelo de Economía Circular; en este estudio se caracteriza el suelo de caña de azúcar a ser considerado como testigo para ser tratado de forma amigable con vinaza de etanol de caña de azúcar. Conociendo las características del suelo testigo, es posible determinar el impacto que se tendría sobre su estructura y sobre la flora y fauna edáfica. Es necesario conocer las características del suelo, para el desarrollo de un sistema inteligente de suministro de vinaza que mejore el rendimiento del cultivo de la caña de azúcar, sin afectar la composición del suelo, además regenerar y fortalecer la fertilidad del suelo. Para la determinación de la influencia de los factores se empleó, un diseño experimental con dos replicas soportado en la norma NOM-021-RECNAT-2000. Los resultados obtenidos del estudio consideran el análisis de tres variedades de caña: ITB1, 290 y ATEMEX, siendo el tipo de suelo “arena migajosa”, se obtuvieron valores de pH, densidad aparente y, de K, Ca, Mg. Los valores de los parámetros de las tres variedades estudiadas oscilan para K entre 0.10645-0.18915, para Ca 19.790375-56.01125, y para Mg 5.52585-7.382875, DA 1.18-1.4 g/cm2, pH 7.02-7.77. En función a estos valores, se deriva que la “arena migajosa” por sus propiedades naturales no es adecuada para el cultivo; sin embargo, bajo un tratamiento de vinaza se vuelve un suelo idóneo para el cultivo. Debido a que la carga organiza de la vinaza, se transfiere al suelo.
Apreciaciones jurídicas y financieras ambientales en el caso Hidroituango-EPM
Authors:   Corporación Universitaria Americana, Castellanos Polo Orlando Carmelo , Velásquez Ochoa José Alexander ,   Corporación Universitaria Americana, Corrales Mosquera Bresman ,   Corporación Universitaria Americana, Galviz Cataño Diego Fernando ,   Corporación Universitaria Americana, Rico Buitrago Jesús Daniel ,   Tecnológico de Antioquia Institución Universitaria
Published: January 2025

La investigación se llevó a cabo mediante la revisión de documentos e interpretación de las normas aplicables desde el punto de vista del derecho ambiental y financiero. El objetivo fue estudiar las posturas jurídicas generadas por la construcción de Hidroituango, a cargo de EPM. Este megaproyecto tiene Como objetivo principal generar energía, pero también genera tensiones con otros actores. Estas tensiones se han documentado en la aplicación de diversos mecanismos jurídicos. Por lo tanto, el estudio analizó las posturas jurídicas, desde un enfoque cualitativo, proporcionando un contexto del derecho ambiental en Colombia y examinó la Sentencia 038 del 17 de junio de 2019, que declaró al río Cauca, su cuenca y afluentes como “una entidad sujeta de derechos a la protección, conservación, mantenimiento y restauración”. Esta sentencia jurídica generó la necesidad de contar con un insumo académico que brindara elementos a la comunidad académica para comprender de manera más concreta las consecuencias jurídicas de esta situación, los resultados demuestran la aplicación de las Normas de contabilidad y la estabilidad jurídica de la entidad.
The Role of Corporate Governance Mechanism and Sustainability Reporting in Firm Performance: Evidence on Resource Based Sectors
Authors: Naibaho Eduard Ary Binsar , Shahab Amirah Mahdi
Published: January 2025

Abstract

In this study, a firm's performance is investigated in relation to the impact of corporate governance mechanisms and sustainability reporting. Content analysis is employed to evaluate and calculate a company's sustainability reporting by utilizing the disclosure of SDGs and external assurance in its sustainability report. CEO Duality, Insider Ownership, Board Size, Remuneration Committee, and Nomination Committee are the metrics used to evaluate corporate governance. In this study, the performance of 100 firms listed in the Fortune 500 in the industrials, materials, and energy sectors is evaluated over a five-year period (2019-2023) using Tobin's Q and return on assets. The effect of corporate governance mechanisms and sustainability reporting is determined through regression analysis, and the purposive sampling method is employed in this investigation. The findings of this study indicate that ROA and Tobin's Q are significantly and positively influenced by ownership concentration. The disclosure of SDGs has a detrimental impact on ROA. Still, it does not substantially impact Tobin's Q. The use of external assurance on a sustainability report, the CEO Duality, the Nomination committee, and the Remuneration committee have no impact on Tobin's Q or ROA. This study contributes to understanding corporate governance and sustainability's nuanced effects on firm performance, highlighting ownership concentration as a key driver and revealing contrasting impacts of sustainability disclosure.

JEL classification numbers: L25, M14, Q56.
Keywords: Corporate Governance, Sustainability Reporting, SDGs, Firm Performance.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy for PTSD
Authors:   Eastern New Mexico University, New Mexico, Drake BSN, RN Charlene
Published: January 2025

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a debilitating condition that often requires specialized interventions to address its multifaceted impact on
emotional regulation, cognition, and interpersonal relationships. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy has emerged as a
transformative treatment for PTSD. This literature review explores the theoretical foundations, mechanisms, clinical efficacy, and broader applications of
EMDR Therapy, emphasizing its unique contributions to trauma-focused care.
Grounded in the Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) model, EMDR facilitates reprocessing fragmented traumatic memories through Bilateral
Stimulation (BLS) and an eight-phase protocol, enabling patients to achieve symptom relief and adaptive memory integration. Studies demonstrate EMDR’s
rapid and sustained effectiveness across diverse populations, including combat veterans and individuals with intellectual disabilities. Additionally, EMDR
Therapy enhances emotional regulation and recovery in social and occupational domains. Despite methodological challenges and limitations, EMDR
is recognized globally as one of the first-line treatments for PTSD, with potential applications in other psychiatric and somatic conditions. This review
highlights the need for continued research to refine EMDR’s protocols, expand its applications, and deepen understanding of its mechanisms, ensuring
broader access to this evidence-based intervention.
Why is it problematic for technicians to say they teach in higher education?
Authors: Savage Tim , Vere Kelly
Published: January 2025

This article challenges the popular misconception that technicians do not teach within higher education (HE). Writing from their experiences as technicians and educational researchers within the creative arts (Savage) and Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) (Vere), the authors question why many technicians feel unable to describe their teaching activities as teaching, calling for greater recognition of technicians’ pedagogic contribution to the sector, while also arguing that through the activities of teaching, the boundaries between academic and technical roles have become increasingly blurred.
 
Drawing on Whitchurch’s concept of a ‘Third Space’, the article highlights how political, economic, social and technological factors have transformed HE since the turn of the millennium to establish the conditions in which technical roles and teaching have become increasingly sophisticated and prevalent. The authors argue that academic roles have simultaneously been disaggregated during this same period, exacerbating complexities, tensions, and overlaps that further problematise what was once a straightforward binary between academic and technical roles, challenging orthodoxies, identities and dominant hegemonies.
 
The authors call upon the sector to formally acknowledge this valuable element of HE and to integrate it not just into the language but into the formal functions, structures, systems and strategies to create a unified space in which academic and technical educators integrate and collaborate to develop curricula and deliver pedagogies that enhance student learning and advance knowledge.
Third space professionals and academic collaboration to embed mental wellbeing in the curriculum
Authors: Allman Zoë , Davies Rachel
Published: January 2025

Collaboration between third space professionals and academics has facilitated the effective implementation of embedded mental wellbeing in the curriculum at a UK university. De Montfort University in Leicester aimed to achieve a whole provider approach to embedding mental wellbeing, bringing expertise, skills and knowledge from third space professionals and academics to the task.
 
A vital element of this activity was to develop face-to-face course-specific provision that had traditionally been delivered by third space professionals into a suite of downloadable teaching materials for academics to use in the classroom. This would facilitate the embedding of mental wellbeing content within the curriculum, aligned with taught academic content. This collaboration between colleagues developed a state of interdependence, with colleagues relying on one another to effectively implement embedded mental wellbeing. The benefits of mutual trust, a culture of collaboration, and empowerment developed across the teams (both academic and professional third space) who had hitherto not worked together.
Empowering professional identity and positive outcomes through Third Space collaboration: A subject lecturer and EAP practitioner case study
Authors: Toogood Claire , Hale Katy
Published: January 2025

English for Academic Purposes (EAP) staff frequently find themselves sidelined in higher education (HE), where they can be perceived as operating on the edge of academia, or even outside of it. Proactively claiming a role in the third space (Whitchurch, 2008) potentially supports recognition of their professional identity, value, and contribution. This case study reflects on a collaboration between a Lecturer with a professional services background, and an EAP Practitioner, incorporating perspectives from both staff members. The collaboration took place at all three levels identified by Dudley-Evans and St John (1998) for this type of shared work: cooperation, collaboration, and then team teaching. The third level of team teaching was achieved through a co-delivered assessment workshop. This was designed to allow the EAP Practitioner’s expertise to scaffold the students towards asking clear questions of the Lecturer, in a safe space, supporting understanding and assessment performance, while minimising concerns about inappropriate challenge or loss of face. Both staff members benefitted from this third space collaboration, building professional confidence, with the EAP Practitioner feeling empowered in their expertise and practice, which can be challenging for third-space professionals with previous negative experiences of attempted collaboration. The student outcomes appeared positive, and this collaboration led to other activities that further cemented the collaborative working relationship and demonstrated the value of activity within the third space.
The power of social capital: the significance of relationships in third space practice
Authors: Nutt Diane , McIntosh Emily
Published: January 2025

Relationships, and relational working, are key for third space professionals in higher education and their practice. This article considers the literature on third space working and social capital, explores findings from qualitative data collected during practice-based research, and examines in more detail the nature and significance of relationships in third space practice, and in particular the power of social capital (Bourdieu, e.g. 1990; Nahapiet and Ghosal, 1998; Lin 2001). It offers insights into the way that relationships are developed and harnessed and provides a steer on future scholarly investigation, which promotes the importance of high-quality relationships in realising the benefits that third space professionals bring to the academy. It also offers perspectives on how recognised affiliative networks of practitioners, such as academic developers (Staff Educational Development Association) and learning developers, via the Association for Learning Development in Higher Education Network (ALDinHE), are fundamental to supporting and nurturing this partnership working.
Embracing peer review of teaching: promoting the ‘why’ within third space education.
Authors: Buchanan Avril , Haley Kate , McDonald Chad
Published: January 2025

This case study explores how a Learning Development team has moved from a peer-observation to a peer-review process over the last five years, examining the rationale, development, and impact of the change in approach. The move to a peer-review process has emphasised a focus on holistic activity, through the connection of individual and group reflection on practice. We argue that the implementation of a peer-review process offers a way to recognise and ‘frame’ the complexity of career development for third-space educators (Veles and Carter, 2016). This is achieved by providing space in the process for individuals to develop their expertise, participate in peer discussions, share findings, and contribute to the shape of the team’s strategy. Importantly, the adopted peer-review process promotes ‘collegial conversations’ (Quinlan and Åkerlind, 2000, p.101) that are built on trust (O’Keeffe et al., 2021), rather than snap judgements about teaching. Consequently, we suggest that our peer-review process is an enabler for us as third-space educators to articulate the impact of our practice through both theoretical and practical lenses, helping us to influence positive change within contemporary higher education.
The third space professional: cultivating authentic learning experiences through collaborative practice
Authors: Murray Kate
Published: January 2025

We are witnessing a rise in collaboration between academics and third space professionals, which has resulted in a curriculum design that is far more focused on cultivating new authentic learning experiences and assessment opportunities for students in higher education. This collective approach to teaching and learning not only provides students with real-world experiences but also facilitates the development of student achievement across the designated learning outcomes as defined by Higher Education Institutions (HEI). In this opinion piece, I share my experience as a liaison librarian who is actively working as a third space professional across the subjects of Law, Sociology, Social Policy, and Criminology. Discussion is considered as a vital way for third space professionals to gain trust and credibility amongst academics, as well as the positive impact the introduction of hybrid working had in strengthening these alliances. Collaborative practice is explored in terms of how this can influence the design of authentic learning experiences and encourage innovative ways of assessing students. Research-connected teaching is viewed as a way for the third space professional to scaffold student learning and to develop an academic skills support offer that is robust and experiential.
Capturing the moment: facilitating learning from the margins. A photographic essay
Authors: Brazant Kevin J.
Published: January 2025

The author provides a case study of third space innovation, a professional's reflection on practice, focusing on a learning developer's approach to facilitating group learning from the margins. The author defines this as facilitated learning that prioritises the experiences, voices and needs of individuals or groups who are typically underrepresented, underserved or marginalised. It is an approach that shifts focus away from mainstream or dominant perspectives to ensure that diverse viewpoints and experiences are acknowledged and included in the learning process. It signals a new direction for research into the 'facilitation process' in learning development. The author uses photographic essay methodology to explore this as part of a meta-reflective account (Rianne and Huib, 2019). The approach enables the author to punctuate critical moments of group facilitation with visual illustrations to aid analysis and reflection. The themes of interdisciplinary approaches to group work and collaborative experiences in learning development are explored. Collaboration can create opportunities for third space individuals to gain professional and personal empowerment and agency (Abegglen, Burns and Sinfield, 2023).
The author identifies vital character proponents for personal empowerment and agency by modelling compassion as a humanistic endeavour. This shows vulnerability and congruence in facilitating learning within higher education's neoliberal, neo-colonial context. It demonstrates an awareness of the oppressive forces of higher education by exercising understanding of the student experience. It encourages experiential learning as a method to develop innovation in learning development.
Why aren’t we trusting one another? An autoethnography about third space leadership
Authors: Hains-Wesson Rachael
Published: January 2025

The emergence of blended professionals in higher education who encompass roles such as academic, teaching-focused, learning design, academic development, and professional staff has led to a growing presence of third spaces where traditional boundaries between roles are blurred. These spaces require novel approaches to collaboration, leadership, and role management. This article explores the author’s self-study reflections via autoethnography as a now senior leader, looking back on their experiences as an early career third space academic at an Australian university. Employing a retrospective autoethnography, the study delves into the challenges and opportunities of managing a diverse team of third space professionals for the first time. The author’s lived experience highlights strategies for building trust, clarifying roles, and improving communication among blended professionals operating in third spaces. Key findings identify some of the critical leadership requirements needed in third spaces, including trust-building, understanding of roles, resource and time management, effective communication, and recognition of individual and collective contributions. This study provides valuable insights into navigating third space leadership and offers guidance to enhance team dynamics in these increasingly prevalent roles.