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Mental Spaces of Science Diplomacy
Authors: Zabotkina Vera
Published: May 2024

The article addresses the concept of science diplomacy within the framework of cognitive paradigm of knowledge. We analyze the mental spaces of science diplomacy, specifically in the process of intercognitive, intercultural communication. Science diplomacy is considered as a tool for building a multidimensional space of dialogue between different poles and civilizations in the context of the emergence of a new multipolar world. We argue that science diplomacy is an integrated concept based on the multi-level conceptual mappings between various mental spaces of science and diplomacy. We prove that mental spaces of science diplomacy are structured by the frames of “trust”, “balance”, and “control”.
Scientific Acculturation in Russian Turkestan: from Collecting Antiquities to the Practice of Scientific Research
Authors: Pugovkina Oksana
Published: May 2024

In this article an attempt is made to comprehend the possibilities of applying acculturation approaches to the description of the history of scientific work, scientific societies in Turkestan, as well as joint activities of Russian orientalists and local local historians — “antiquity lovers” in the study of history, archaeology, ethnography, numismatics, cultural heritage of the peoples of Central Asia in the late 19th — early 20th centuries. The article deals with how the traditions of collecting and gathering antiquities among the local population of Turkestan under the influence of the emerging socio-cultural and scientific environment, represented by Russian orientalists, gradually acquired its scientific form. In particular, this contributed to the involvement of local local historians in the scientific study of the region, their mastering of techniques and methods of scientific work with sources and archaeological artifacts, their participation in one of the first and significant scientific societies of Turkestan — Turkestan Circle of Amateurs of Archaeology (TKLA). Involvement of scientific literature and rethinking of archival sources allow us to trace how under the influence of Russian orientalists and “big science” the attitude of local local local historians to antiquities changed, and they came to realize the necessity of its study, careful preservation and the importance of preserving the cultural heritage of the peoples of Central Asia. At the same time, using acculturation approaches, one can see that communication and contacts between representatives of two different ethno-cultural and social groups had a great influence on each other, contributing to scientific and moral transformations. What moved local local historians when they participated in scientific activities? How significant was the influence of acculturation and do acculturation approaches to the history of Turkestan “work” in the study and development of this problem? Local local historians, cooperating with Russian orientalists in the socio-cultural field, contributed to laying the foundations of national archeology, establishment of archeological research, formation of the first numismatic and manuscript collections, provided invaluable assistance to Russian orientalists in the study of local topography, ethnography, history and culture of the peoples of Central Asia. Methodological basis of the study is the concept of acculturation.
Crimean Tatars and Kazakhs: a Comparative Analysis of the Imperial Policy of Acculturation in the Management System, Social, Military and Educational Spheres
Authors: Dmitriev Vladislav
Published: May 2024

The article examines the acculturation policy pursued by the tsarist government and regional authorities in relation to nomadic, semi-nomadic and sedentary peoples living in the Black Sea and Central Asian regions. Crimean Tatars and Kazakhs were selected for comparative analysis. The study analyzes the main directions of state policy pursued to integrate the Crimean Tatars and Kazakhs into Russia. These areas of work define the management system, social, military and educational spheres. The article also raises the question of whether the tsarist government had a unified program according to which the integration of nomadic, semi-nomadic and sedentary peoples took place in the southern and south-eastern outskirts of Russia. The chronological framework of the work is determined by the end of the 18th — beginning of the 20th centuries, since it was during this period that the Russian authorities carried out the main activities aimed at integrating the Crimean Tatars and Kazakhs into the empire. Archival documents, legislative acts, statistical data and scientific publications were used to cover this topic. The article indicates that this topic has not previously been the subject of special study. The study showed that the tsarist government did not have a single program in accordance with which the integration of the newly annexed peoples living in the southern and southeastern outskirts of Russia took place. In each individual case there were regional peculiarities. It is noted that the acculturation of the Crimean Tatars and Kazakhs in the management system, social, military and educational spheres cannot be assessed unambiguously. Administrative acculturation led to the gradual replacement of traditional institutions of power and the introduction of a general imperial system of management. Legislative consolidation of the rights of new subjects representing different class groups contributed to their rapid incorporation into Russian society. Acculturation in the educational sphere cannot be viewed unambiguously. The main task of the tsarist government in creating Russian-foreign schools was the gradual Russification of new subjects. At the same time, Crimean Tatars and Kazakhs, studying the Russian language and Russian literature, became familiar with the achievements of European civilization.
Myrcia coquiensis (Myrtaceae), una nueva especie de los bosques húmedos tropicales del Chocó, Colombia
Authors: Parra-O Carlos , Daguer Gian Paolo , Moreno Bonilla Fausto
Published: May 2024

Se describe e ilustra una nueva especie de Myrcia sect. Calyptranthes de Colombia. Se discuten las afinidades taxonómicas de la nueva especie, algunas de sus particularidades morfológicas, los hábitats en donde crece y se incluye una evaluación de su estado de conservación.
Analysis of Finance--Growth Nexus in Developing Economies: Does the Quality of Leadership and Technology Matter?
Authors: Salisu Mannir
Published: May 2024

This article investigates the effects of national leadership and telecommunication technology on the finance–growth nexus using balanced panel data from 50 developing countries for the 1997–2017. The study employs a set of nonstationary panel data approaches to investigate the long-run relationships between the variables of interest. The findings show that there is a long-term relationship between the variables wherein financial development, telecommunication technology, and quality of national leadership were found to have significant positive impact on economic growth in developing countries. This implies that financial development, telecommunication technology, and the quality of national leadership are important factors for promoting growth. Moreover, the results suggest that the effects of financial development on economic growth is contingent on the quality of national leadership and the sophistication of telecommunication technology in developing countries. The interaction term and marginal effects computed are positive and significant at all levels of telecommunication technology as well as on the quality of national leadership. This means that both the quality of national leadership and telecommunication technology have large direct and indirect positive impacts on economic growth in developing countries, and that financial development contributes more significantly and robustly to economic growth when telecommunication technology is sophisticated and national leadership is of high quality.
Keywords: economic growth, financial development, ICT, panel data
Identifying the Influence of Foreign Direct Investment Toward the ASEAN Economic Community 2025
Authors: Darmawan Arif , Yuliawan Dedy , Aida Neli , Husain Fakhri Rizal
Published: May 2024

ASEAN as a region has a great economic potential, which explains the large interest in terms of investment in the region. The ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) cooperation program is also a milestone in increasing foreign investment in ASEAN. This study uses a quantitative approach, with the subject of this research being 10 ASEAN countries in 2015–2021. The dependent variable used in this study is foreign direct investment, and the independent variables are government effectiveness, political stability, trade openness, and the workforce. The data in this study comes from the world bank. The analytical method applied in this study is the panel data regression analysis method. Based on the research results, it can be concluded that trade openness and labor force had a positive and significant impact on foreign direct investment in 10 ASEAN countries in 2015–2021. At the same time, government effectiveness and political stability had a positive but insignificant effect. The results of simultaneous testing show that government effectiveness, political stability, trade openness, and the workforce influenced foreign direct investment in 10 ASEAN countries in 2015–2021. The government can use this study in determining foreign investment policies, especially those related to maintaining a stable investment climate.
Keywords: ASEAN, foreign direct investment, government effectiveness, labor force, political stability, trade openness
The Effectiveness of Fiscal Transfer of South Sumatra Province: Initiation of Ecological Fiscal Transfer Concept
Authors: Zainal Rabin Ibnu , Taufik Akhmad , Kiemas Giri Ramanda
Published: May 2024

This study identifies the effectiveness of South Sumatra Provincial Government’s financial assistance budget transfer on Poverty Levels and the Human Development Index. This fiscal transfer from the Provincial Government is to assist and support the Regency/City Governments’ budget for their development program. The problem of this study is to identify the effect of this fiscal transfer to support the Regency/City Government in reducing poverty level and increasing Human Development Index. A coefficient of determination analysis is applied to assess the effect of the provincial financial assistance to reduce poverty rates and increase the Human Development Index. Analysis is also conducted to identify opportunities for the implementation of Ecological Fiscal Transfer model for the allocation of financial assistance budget. The study analyzes data from the Regional Budget of South Sumatra Province for the last 10 years. Coefficient of determination analysis shows that the fiscal transfer in the form of financial assistance fails to explain the variation of poverty rates and the Human Development Index in the area. Following that, the study also adopted an Ecological Fiscal Transfer model to simulate the allocation of Provincial Financial Assistance.
Keywords: financial assistance, ecological fiscal transfer, poverty, Human Development Index
The Impact of Monetary Policy and Macroeconomic Indicators on the Current Account in Developing ASEAN
Authors: Andini Sofi Tri , Zahara Vadilla Mutia , Suci Stannia Cahaya
Published: May 2024

The current account balance is a component of the balance of payments, in which a surplus or deficit is a form of a country’s external balance or imbalance. Since the 2008 financial crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic, several countries, especially developing countries, have experienced external imbalances, which is related to a continuous pattern of transactions with the rest of the world. Developing countries in the ASEAN region are often vulnerable to experiencing external imbalances which are reflected in their current account balance, which every year the country continues to fluctuate and tends to decrease until it experiences a current account deficit. This research was conducted to analyze the impact of monetary policy and macroeconomic indicators on the current account situation of developing countries in the ASEAN region during the 15 year period of 2007–2021. The Current Account Balance as the dependent variable and the independent variable uses Interest Rates in explaining monetary policy and macroeconomic variables including Exchange Rate, Inflation, Gross Domestic Product, Foreign Direct Investment, and Trade Openness. This study analyzes long-term and short-term effects using the VECM panel model. The results show that Interest Rates in the short term has no effect, but in the longer term has a significant negative effect. The Exchange Rate in the short term and long term have a significant positive effect. Inflation and GDP have no effect in the short term but have a significant negative effect in the long term. FDI has a significant positive effect in the short term and the long term. And finally, Trade Openness in the short term has a significant positive and in the long term has a significant negative effect.
Keywords: current account balance, interest rate, macroeconomic, VECM panel
Factors Affecting Millennials and Gen Z Preferences in Using Cashless Payment Systems in DKI Jakarta
Authors: Azzahra Sabrina Nurintan , Arintoko ‎ , Gunawan Ratna Setyawati
Published: May 2024

This research aims to determine the effect of perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, perceived security, income, education level and generation on Millennials and Gen Z preferences in using cashless payment systems and to find out which factors have the most influence. This research is a quantitative research with analytical technique using linear multiple regression. The research uses primary data obtained through the distribution of questionnaires to a sample of 100 respondents. The sampling technique used is purposive sampling with the sample criteria being cashless payment users aged 15–40 years. The research shows that perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, income, and generation have a positive and significant effect on Millennials and Gen Z preferences in using a cashless payment system. Whereas, perceived security and education level have no effect on Millennials and Gen Z preferences in using a cashless payment system. Perceived usefulness is the factor that most influences Millennials and Gen Z preferences in using a cashless payment system. To increase perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use, providers can improve the service quality of the cashless payment system so that users can access it more easily. To increase the perception of security, Bank Indonesia and the Financial Services Authority (Otoritas Jasa Keuangan) made stricter regulations related to the protection of users’ personal data. To increase the use of the cashless payment system, the providers carry out promotions more often to attract the public’s attention and also carry out socialization to increase public understanding of the cashless payment system.
Keywords: preference, payment systems, cashless, millennials, gen Z
Determinants of Investment Intentions in Millennial Generation
Authors: Saputri Nyimas Dewi Murnila , Raneo Agung Putra , Muthia Fida
Published: May 2024

Investment intention is inseparable from the information and literacy obtained so that it creates a perception because investing, in addition to generating returns, will also raise risks. For this reason, this study aims to look at the determinants of investment intention in the millennial generation. The related factors selected were financial literacy and risk perception. This research was conducted using a survey method through an online questionnaire. The sample in this study is the millennial generation with at least one type of investment (gold, stocks, bonds, savings, mutual funds, time deposits, forex, crypto assets, property, and others). Data were analyzed using regression analysis. The results of the study show that risk perception and financial literacy have a significant effect on investment intention.
Keywords: investment intention, millennial generation, financial literacy, risk perception
Analysis of the Soundness of Government-owned Islamic Banks Before and After a Merger
Authors: Oktaviony Nadya , Taufik ‎ , Saputri Nyimas Dewi Murnila
Published: May 2024

This paper analyzes the soundness of government-owned Islamic banks before and after a merger. The research variables consist of Risk Profile as measured by Non-Performing Financing (NPF) and Financing to Deposit Ratio (FDR), Good Corporate Governance as measured by Net Open Position (NOP), Earnings as measured by Return on Assets (ROA), Return on Equity (ROE) ) and Operational Efficiency Ratio (OER), and Capital as measured by the Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR). Three government-owned Islamic banks before merger, namely Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI) Sharia, Bank Negara Indonesia (BNI) Sharia, Bank Sharia Mandiri (BSM) and one bank after merger namely Bank Sharia Indonesia (BSI) were selected as research objects. The study uses secondary data for the first quarter of 2019 to the third quarter of 2022. The hypothesis was tested with the Paired Sample T-Test and the Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test. The results show that the ratios of NPF, NOP, ROA, ROE, and OER have significant differences before and after the merger. Meanwhile, the ratios of FDR and CAR have no significant difference before and after the merger. This condition indicates that the ability of Islamic banks to manage FDR and CAR is quite good and remain in the soundness category before and after the merger. This study concludes that some of the soundness ratios of government-owned sharia banks are better after the merger. However, there are two ratios that are not significantly different either before or after the merger. The implication of this research is that the ability of the manager of a government-owned Islamic bank in managing the soundness of a bank greatly determines the sustainability of an Islamic bank. For further research, it is suggested to add the timeframe of the research.
Keywords: risk profile, good corporate governance, earning, capital, merger, government owned Islamic banks
The Influence of AKHLAK Culture (Trustworthy, Competent, Harmonious, Loyal, Adaptive, Collaborative) on the Performance of PT Kilang Pertamina Internasional Refinery Unit III Employees
Authors: Fitriadin Rizki , Farla Wita , H Ichan
Published: May 2024

This study aimed to test or analyze how the influence of AKHLAK culture on the performance of employees of PT Kilang Pertamina International Refinery Unit III. The population in this study were 920 employees of PT Pertamina International Refinery Unit III. The sampling technique in this study used a Stratified random sampling technique. Thus, the respondents of this study were 91 respondents from all functions/sections in PT Pertamina International Refinery Unit III. This study used primary data obtained through questionnaires and simple linear regression analysis methods as data analysis techniques. The results showed that organizational culture had a positive and significant effect on employee performance variables of PT Pertamina International Refinery Unit III.
Keywords: AKHLAK culture, organizational culture, employee performance
Factors Influencing Purchasing Decisions For Garnier Facial Foam Products in South Tangerang City
Authors: Syaifulloh Bagus , Lailla Nor
Published: May 2024

This research aims to examine the influence of brand image, brand trust and word of mouth on product purchasing decisions. The population in this study is users of Garnier facial foam products in South Tangerang City and aged 17 years and over. The technique used for sample collection is the Side Purposive sampling technique, thus the sample used isin this study is 140. This research uses SmartPLS. The results of this study showed that brand image, brand trust and word of mouth has a significant positive effect on the purchase decision of Garnier facial foam products in South Tangerang City. The results of this research provide benefits for Garnier to improve its existing brand image to increase product sales and maintain environmental damage with a green beauty strategy. Furthermore companies can increase brand trust (trust) for the purpose of increasing consumer trust in the company, by building communication. other benefits are companies can increase word of mouth by providing something interesting. Companies need to find ways to make customers talk about the products they sell.
Keywords: brand image, brand trust word of mouth, and purchase decision
An Effective Solution for Investing Funds Through the Robo Advisor Bibit Application
Authors: Prasha Mutiara Fajrin Azzahra , Rimenda Tetty
Published: May 2024

Investment regulates finance such that its value can grow and generate future profits. In Indonesia, investment is increasing yearly. The increase is supported by millennials who have adapted to technology that makes it easier to make digital mutual investments. Although the increase in mutual investment in Indonesia is quite rapid, it does not preclude the possibility that there are still many people who have not invested. The reason people have not invested is that they are afraid to take risks, and their income is low. These reasons can be minimized with the use of technology. Innovation in investing has given rise to modern technological advances such as fintech or financial technology like Robo Advisor. The method used in this study was the Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling analysis technique, which was operated using SmartPLSver. 3 software. Data were collected through questionnaires. The study used quantitative methods and a sample of 200 respondents who had or would have invested through the Bibit application with the use of the Robo Advisor feature. The results of this study found that Robo Advisor can affect millennials’ investing through risk profiling, financial planning, and rebalancing.
Keywords: decision making, financial planning, investment, risk profiling, rebalancing, Robo Advisor
Factors That Affect Rural Financial Inclusion: A Case of Gambella Town, Gambell Peoples National Regional State, Ethiopia
Authors: Ruey Chuol Jock
Published: May 2024

The significance of an inclusive financial system is widely acknowledged in the policy community, and it is now a top priority in many nations, including Ethiopia. This study aimed to analyze the elements that affect financial inclusion in rural areas and how to increase it among customers and residents of Gambella People’s National Regional State in Ethiopia. The population was condensed to include only the staff of the Gambella Saving and Credit Institution in Gambella town. The study employed primary data, and STATA 13 and the Statistical Package of Social Science (SPSS) 23 were used to analyze the data. Data were collected in the form of descriptive and inferential statistics. The study discovered that characteristics that affect financial inclusion had statistically significant and positive relationships with sex, marital status, religion, degree of education, service quality, income, and trust in financial services. However, the proximity to a financial institution’s branch and a resident’s ID card had a detrimental impact on the characteristics that influence financial inclusion. The report also suggests managers and decision-makers at the Oromia Credit and Saving Association should take great care in how they carry out their duties and consistently seek to inspire and raise awareness among the people by emphasizing the value and benefits of being financially integrated.
Keywords: credit and saving institution, factors, financial inclusion, gambella, logit model
Optimal Portfolio Analysis of Listed Companies in IDX 30
Authors: Saputra Keysha Salsabila , Rizal Nora Amelda , Krisnawati Astire
Published: May 2024

Investors face the dual considerations of return and risk when making investment decisions. Therefore, proper analysis is crucial, especially during the COVID-19 crisis, to achieve maximum returns while minimizing risk. This research used three portfolio optimization models, the Mean-Variance Model, the Mean-Absolute Deviation Model and the Value-at-Risk Model, to construct a stock portfolio. The findings indicated that the Mean-Variance Model can yield an expected return of 16.55% and a portfolio risk of 258.66%. The result from the Mean-Absolute Deviation Model was that the target return is 16%, along with a portfolio risk of 282.43%.
Keywords: Portfolio Optimization, Mean-Variance, Mean Absolute Deviation, Value at Risk, R Language, IDX30
The Moderator Effect of Cyberloafing on Workload and Employee Performance
Authors: Leovani Ega , Yakuputri Aurelia Tiffani
Published: May 2024

Multi-finance companies require technology to carry out their business activities. However, its employees are prone to cyberloafing. In addition, a high workload can also affect the performance of employees. This study aimed to analyze the impact of cyberloafing and workload on the performance of multi-finance companies in Palembang. Data were collected through questionnaires. The sample in this study was company employees at multi-finance companies in Palembang. The data was analyzed using multiple linear regression statistical methods. The results of this study were expected to provide a broader understanding of the impact of cyberloafing and workload on the performance of multi-finance company employees in Palembang. The results of this study were also expected to provide insight to managers and organizational leaders in developing effective strategies to overcome cyberloafing problems and minimize employee workload to improve their performance. This research can also provide input to companies to optimize the use of technology and efficient division of workload in the workplace to increase employee productivity.
Keywords: cyber loading, financing growth, workload, performance
Review of Musharakah Islamic Finance Articles in Indonesia-Malaysia Database and Scopus Bibliometrics
Authors: Buana Mohamad Torik Langlang , Dali Nuradli Ridzwan Shah Mohd , Makmun Abu Hassan , Firmansyah ‎ , Akbar Taufik
Published: May 2024

Musharakah is an Islamic financing contract. This study analyzed articles on musharakah using bibliometrics and a literature review on articles from Indonesia and Malaysia. While bibliometric analysis of Islamic economics and finance has been previously conducted, it has not been carried out on musharakah in particular. The analysis began by using musharakah as the initial keyword and analyzing other keywords which are part of Islamic economics research from the specified databases. This study found that Indonesian and Malaysian scholars authored many articles on musharakah. Relatively less research on musharakah has been published in Scopus-indexed journals. The earliest articles on musharakah in Scopus-indexed journals were published in 1999. In the past 10 years, musharakah articles in Scopus-indexed journals were authored mainly by Malaysian and Indonesian academics.
Keywords: musharakah, bibliography, financing
Correlation of blood glucose with lactate dehydrogenase in diabetic and non diabetic patients with viral infection
Authors:   Department of Biochemistry Pacific Medical College & Hospital Udaipur Rajasthan, Saxena Santosh
Published: May 2024

ntroduction The patients having diabetes and are also infected by viruses are more likely to develop the morbidity symptoms in contrast to the non-diabetic virus affected patients. Diabetes mellitus in viral affected patients stimulates the susceptible complicated side effects with side by side lowering of the immunity of the body and the immune system. (5) Diabetes mellitus is a challenging disease in the way of virus affected population of patients. This disease has the ability to interfere with host and viral activities and interactions along with host and immunity via many principles and mechanisms which would result in quite poor results and outcomes. Patients of diabetes mellitus along with complications like high blood pressure and grade two obesity (BMI ≥ 40 kg/m2) might get high symptoms and are at a increasing risk for side effects and even death. (6) Aims and Objectives To study the correlation between LDH and serum glucose in diabetic and non diabetic patients with viral infection
Study on the Effect of Maternal Haemoglobin on Birth Weight of Newborn Babies
Authors:   Department of Paediatrics, Grant Government Medical College and Sir J.J. Group of Hospitals, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India – 400008, Dhale Dr Shruti
Published: May 2024

Background: Anemia is a very common condition found in pregnant women, which has a deleterious effect on foetal wellbeing including weight gain of fetus. Studies indicate that anemia in pregnancy is a risk factor low birth weight and possibly for inferior neonatal health. The present study is done to determine the effect of the maternal hemoglobin on birth weight. Methods: An observational cross-sectional study was carried out at a tertiary care hospital in Mumbai. All pregnant females with single live pregnancy were included in this study. After the selection criteria was satisfied, all term babies born to pregnant females with single live pregnancy were examined and birth weight was recovered on a digital weighing scale. Results: Among the anemic mothers, 39 (27.3%) had mild anemia (Hb: 10 – 10.9), 32 (22.4%) had moderate anemia (Hb: 7 – 9.9) and 9 (6.3%) had severe anemia (Hb: <7). Of the 143 newborns born to those mothers, 74 (51.7%) weighed between 2500 – 3500 grams, 56 (39.2%) were low birth weight (<2500g) babies and only 13 (9.1%) were above 3500 grams. Conclusions: According to our study, anemic mothers delivered babies with low birth weight than nonanemic mothers. Present study showed prevalence of low-birth-weight babies to be 39.2%. Interventions to reduce low birth weight should be specific for specific populations. Approaches to improve the health of the women are needed to reduce the low-birth-weight problem in India. Keywords: Maternal haemoglobin, Anemia, Low birth weight.
Comparison of the Adjunctive Effect of Tranexamic Acid and Infusion Oxytocin on Blood Loss at Caesarean Section - A Randomised Study
Authors:   Dept of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital Zaria, Nigeria, Dogbanya Gabriel
Published: May 2024

Background: Postpartum haemorrhage is a major complication at caesarean section. Tranexamic acid and oxytocin infusion have been used for prophylaxis. Aim: To compare the effectiveness of prophylactic adjunctive use of Tranexamic acid and oxytocin infusion at caesarean section to reduce blood loss. Method: A randomised study at ABUTH, Zaria, in which 144 women, scheduled for elective or emergency caesarean section at term, were sequentially randomised into two groups of 72 each. The Tranexamic acid group received 1g intravenous and 500ml of Normal saline as placebo while the oxytocin group received placebo and 500ml of Normal saline containing 20IU of oxytocin after delivery of the neonate. Both adjunctive groups received 10IU Oxytocin as part of AMTSL. Trial registry: PACTR 202004568331645. Ethical approval: ABUTHZ/HREC/D37/2018. Result: There was no significant difference in parity, gestational age and indication for caesarean section in both groups p<0.287, 0.270 and 0.095 respectively. There was no significant difference in primary outcome with mean blood loss 561.06 ± 209.23ml versus 567.78 ± 205.91ml in the Tranexamic acid and oxytocin group respectively, p<0.847. Need for additional uterotonic agent and side effect profile were significantly reduced in the Tranexamic acid group. There was no significant difference in need for blood transfusion and haemodynamic status of parturient in both groups. There was no significant difference in mean blood loss at emergency versus elective caeserean section, 565.83± 205.51ml versus 567.97± 217.42ml respectively, p<0.921.Blood loss in those with 1 previous CS was comparable in both groups 537.75± 209.69ml versus 522.05± 176.43ml respectively, p<0.374, however, for those with 2 or more CS, while there was a clinical (reduction) difference of 80ml in the Tranexamic acid group, it was not statistically significant. 594.55± 0.91ml versus 674.06± 1.99ml respectively, p<0.476. Conclusion: There is comparative adjunctive efficacy of Tranexamic acid and oxytocin infusion at caesarean section. Keywords: Caesarean delivery, Oxytocin infusion, Tranexamic acid, Postpartum haemorrhage
Post Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA) Coronary Aneurysm- A Case Report
Authors:   Consultant Interventional Cardiologist, Department of Cardiology, AMRI Hospitals, Saltlake Kolkata, Ray Dr Sandipta
Published: May 2024

Introduction Coronary aneurysm defined angiographically as luminal dilation 50% larger than that of the adjacent reference segment. (1) Drug-eluting stents (DES), which locally elute antiproliferative drugs, can dramatically inhibit neointimal growth. However, several pathological studies have indicated that DES may delay healing after vascular injury, and DES implantation may be theoretically associated with a risk of coronary artery aneurysm formation. Coronary aneurysms have been reported from 3 days to up to 4 years after DES implantation procedures, with varying clinical presentations. The incidence of coronary artery aneurysms after DES implantation is low within the first 9 months, with a reported incidence of 0.2% to 2.3%, a rate similar to that reported after bare-metal stent (BMS) implantation (0.3% to 3.9%) in the DES versus BMS randomized trials.(2) However, the true incidence of coronary aneurysms in an unselected patient population is still largely unknown. It can be congenital, or secondary to vasculitis (Kawasaki disease) or after percutaneous coronary intervention. Drug-eluting stents (DES), which locally elute antiproliferative drugs, can dramatically inhibit neointimal growth has become standard of care for routine coronary angioplasty. However, several pathological studies have indicated that DES may delay endothelial healing after vascular injury, and DES implantation may be theoretically associated with a risk of coronary artery aneurysm formation (3)
Grape pomace on the growth performance and intestinal microbiota of finishing pigs
Authors: Avilés Peterson Kevin Alberto , Montalvo Corral Maricela , González Ríos Humberto , Parra Sánchez Hector , Barrera Silva Miguel Angel , Pinelli Saavedra Araceli
Published: May 2024

El objetivo del trabajo fue evaluar el efecto de la suplementación de orujo de uva (OU) sobre la microbiota intestinal (MI) y desempeño productivo de cerdos finalizadores. Se utilizaron 20 cerdos finalizadores machos (Duroc x Yorkshire, peso vivo inicial de 80 kg), alojados individualmente en corraletas provistas de bebedero y comedero. Se asignaron aleatoriamente a uno de dos tratamientos (n = 10): Testigo (dieta comercial, (DB) sin OU) y OU (DB + 25 g OU/ kg). La prueba de alimentación fue de 31 d. El comportamiento productivo se evaluó mediante la ganancia de peso diaria, el consumo de alimento diario y la conversión del alimento. Los cambios en la composición y abundancia en MI se evaluaron mediante qPCR en muestras de heces. La suplementación con OU incrementó significativamente (p < 0.05) el consumo de alimento y la ganancia de peso, pero no mostró efecto en la conversión alimenticia (p > 0.05). En la MI, la suplementación con OU no tuvo efecto (p > 0.05) en la abundancia de los géneros Lactobacillus spp, Faecalibacterium praustnitzi y E. coli, pero Campylobacter spp. incrementó (p < 0.05). Si bien, no se observó el comportamiento esperado en MI, su efecto positivo en la ganancia de peso podría permitir acortar los tiempos de producción.
Recreational Therapists' Usability Perceptions of the Meta Quest 2 VR System
Authors: Romoser Chad , Nelson Rhonda , Ferrill Thomas
Published: May 2024

This study used survey methods to examine recreational therapists’ perceptions of the usability of the Meta Quest 2, a popular commercial virtual reality (VR) system, for recreational therapy (RT) practice. Participants (N = 22) completed the System Usability Scale (SUS) following attendance at a six-hour continuing education workshop that included didactic education and experiential learning with the Meta Quest 2 and eight different VR applications. The SUS scores ranged from 37.50–97.50 (M = 64.31, SD = 17.93) which corresponds with a “high marginal” acceptability rating, a letter grade of C-, and an adjective rating of “good” based on three separate SUS interpretation guidelines. There were no significant differences in SUS scores across several personal (age, gender, race) and professional (years of RT practice experience, primary service setting, client diagnostic characteristics, age of clients served) demographic groups. Findings add to the evidence-base in the emerging area of VR use in RT practice, and suggest opportunities for future research.
Testing the Validity of the Flourishing through Leisure Model: Relationship of Leisure to Well-Being
Authors: Anderson Lynn S. , Heyne Linda A. , Hsieh Pei-Chun
Published: May 2024

The Flourishing through Leisure Model (FTL) is a recently developed practice model in the field. Using a convenience sample of 210, this cross-sectional study aimed to test the model’s validity. Participants were recruited from seven different sites that provide therapeutic recreation services (both clinical and community settings). A 110-question online survey was used to collect data on the theoretical constructs of the FTL, including overall well-being, leisure, and other well-being domains (i.e., psychological, cognitive, social, physical, and spiritual well-being), as well as the ecological impact on well-being. The results of this study suggested that overall well-being is significantly correlated with all other well-being domains. Additionally, the regression model with the following predictors--psychological/emotional, environmental factors, leisure participation, social, and leisure experiences--successfully explained 71.3% of the variance in predicting overall well-being. The findings of this study supported the FTL as a sound model to guide recreational therapists in practice.
Exploring Therapeutic Nature-Based Programs for Individuals Who Have Experienced Trauma: A Scoping Review
Authors: Stevens Ashlyn , Truong Son
Published: May 2024

With the high prevalence of exposure to traumatic events, therapeutic programs that are focused on the recovery of individuals who have experienced trauma is necessary. Nature-based recreation and leisure programs have been found to be helpful for supporting mental health and wellbeing and are increasingly being used in therapeutic contexts. The purpose of this scoping review was to examine current research on the use of therapeutic nature-based activities being employed to support the recovery of individuals who have experienced trauma. This review utilized an established framework for conducting scoping reviews and a modified thematic analysis to gather and interpret relevant data. There were 25 studies included in this review, with three overarching themes being identified: nature experiences providing opportunities for respite and reprieve from trauma symptoms; building and improving connections and relationships to others; and supporting the development of positive intrapersonal outcomes. Gaps in the literature include a need for more diversity in the types of traumas being researched, the need to report more detailed information on the practitioner backgrounds and qualifications, as well as more descriptive information on program design and activities used to provide more insight into how interventions are delivered. Findings of this review are useful for practitioners to better understand the use of therapeutic nature-based programs for individuals who have experienced trauma.
La sociopragmática: una herramienta epistemológica para el análisis crítico del discurso
Authors: Flores Treviño María Eugenia
Published: May 2024

Objetivo: Este trabajo describe un taller de tipo interactivo basado en una aplicación del análisis crítico del discurso, enmarcado desde una posición enunciativo-pragmática que considera las condiciones de producción, circulación y recepción del discurso, para mostrar la utilidad de la Sociopragmática en esta área.
Originalidad/aporte:  La sociopragmática como una herramienta epistemológica para el análisis crítico del discurso.
Método y estrategias/recolección de información:La primera fase contiene un esbozo del campo conceptual de las áreas disciplinares implicadas. Las categorías cognitivas se refieren al concepto de acciones lingüísticas, a la ideología de género y a la ideología en el lenguaje que serán útiles para sustentar las posturas y prejuicios encontrados; se consideran los marcos sociales de referencia que generan la estigmatización resultante. Se emplea el concepto de imagen social, y otras aportaciones que lo  complementan, como el imaginario sociodiscursivo, la direccionalidad y el efecto de las actividades de imagen, elementos que, en amalgama ideológica, colaboran en la interpretación de las actividades de imagen y en aquella socialmente proyectada. En la segunda fase se desarrolla un trabajo grupal de examen, registro y documentación de las marcas indiciales, acciones, recursos y otros elementos discursivos, que facilitan el construir una aproximación. Apuesto por la utilidad heurística que posee la articulación de una mirada interdisciplinar en una muestra del discurso popular. La experiencia podrá extrapolarse a otros objetos de estudio de los talleristas.
Conclusiones:   En este trabajo se ha cumplido con el propósito previsto, que era ilustrar cómo un análisis crítico del discurso —que echa mano de algunas herramientas relacionadas con distintas disciplinas, entre ellas la sociopragmática— posibilita el acceso didáctico a varios niveles de análisis que facilitan la interpretación del sentido discursivo.
Enseñanzas y resistencias; la historia de Segunda Paz Copete Murillo una maestra afro
Authors: Cárdenas Forero Marco Tulio
Published: May 2024

Objetivo; El objetivo de la presente investigación es analizar la trayectoria pedagógica de la docente afrodescendiente Segunda Paz Copete Murillo, visibilizando su historia de vida, sus confrontaciones y resistencias que han impactado y transformado el campo socio educativo local y regional en Bogotá en la segunda mitad del siglo XX.
Originalidad; Destaca los aportes educativos de una maestra afrodescendiente en contextos de tensión y exclusión.
Método/estrategias de recolección de información; Esta investigación utiliza como metodología los relatos e historias de vida de sujetos que han incidido en transformaciones sociales y pedagógicas por medio su liderazgo docente. Como método se implementa el análisis de contenido articulado con estrategias de recolección de información como entrevistas no estructuradas, fuentes primarias (textos escolares, legislaciones, fotos, actas, entre otros), las cuales permiten describir una serie de acontecimientos que propiciaron cambios en el contexto donde desarrollo su labor a través de indicadores como experiencias pedagógicas, motivaciones, militancias, logros, aportes, tensiones y dificultades.
Conclusiones; Aporta a la construcción de conocimiento histórico – educativo al explorar y documentar la historia de vida de la docente, proporcionando una perspectiva sobre los aportes y diferencias en los contextos educativos donde desempeñó su labor.  Los resultados de la investigación evidencian la influencia de la trayectoria de una maestra afrodescendiente en la transformación de prácticas pedagógicas locales y regionales, destacando estrategias innovadoras y enfoques inclusivos.
El paso de la Universidad Jesuítica a la Republicana en Argentina
Authors: Vera de Flachs María Cristina
Published: May 2024

Objetivo: En este texto nos proponemos analizar el paso de una universidad jesuítica a la universidad republicana en  la República Argentina, a través de la Historia de la Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, primer centro de estudios superiores del país.
Originalidad/aporte: El aporte de este artículo es  resaltar la importancia de la Universidad Nacional de Córdoba desde su fundación hasta el traspaso a la Nación y la influencia de algunos movimientos filosóficos que influyeron para que esta alta casa de estudios pudiera dar la primera Reforma Universitaria que trascendió a Latinoamérica. Y analizar los cambios suscitados en los años subsiguientes.
Método: La metodología seguida en este trabajo  se enfoca en la historia de las universidades, analizando las  ideas vigentes en los distintos periodos abordados.
Estrategias/recolección de información Para realizar este articulo nos hemos valido de las fuentes documentales existentes en los repositorios universitarios, artículos periodísticos y la bibliografía especializada sobre el tema que se anexa  y mis propias investigaciones.
Conclusiones:  Al tratarse de un periodo tan extenso,  hemos tratado de sintetizar parte de la historia de la Universidad de Córdoba, una institución nacida en la época colonial, llena de imperfecciones  y un poco complicada  en algunos momentos de su vida que, ha vivido dentro y fuera de sus claustros  los acontecimientos políticos más importantes del país. Sin embargo, desde siempre ha sido una universidad inquieta. Su carácter incisivo, político e independiente que caracteriza al cordobés  constituyó una cierta unidad con la Universidad, donde sus virtudes y defectos alcanzan su plenitud.
Docentes de dos escuelas multigrado del área rural del municipio de Huehuetenango, Guatemala. Una realidad Educativa invisibilizada
Authors: Félix López Wilfido Bosbelí
Published: May 2024

Objetivo: El estudio tiene como objetivo analizar la realidad educativa en dos escuelas donde laboraron igual número de docentes que atienden más de un grado del área rural de Huehuetenango, uno de los municipios más grandes del país cuyas condiciones de pobreza, ruralidad e indigenismo se hacen presentes. Esta modalidad se presenta como alternativa para la niñez que habita en comunidades en condiciones de pobreza y con características demográficas y geográficas que dificultan el acceso a una mejor oferta educativa. 
Originalidad/aporte: Visibilizar la realidad común que realizan muchos docentes que se desempeñan en contextos rurales excluidos. Estos docentes han sido formados técnica y metodológicamente para área urbana con realidades contrarias a los contextos donde laboran. Hacer evidente los niveles de creatividad para encontrar alternativas metodológicas que facilitan su trabajo.
Método: Es una investigación con enfoque cualitativo, diseño descriptivo y alcance exploratorio realizado desde el contexto natural de los docentes, permitiendo explorar, comprender y describir su realidad educativa como tema poco estudiado.
Estrategias/recolección de información: se utilizó la entrevista en profundidad para docentes y la observación no participante para verificar el desempeño de los estudiantes.
Conclusiones: Se estableció que, la realidad educativa de los docentes de escuelas multigrado evidencia que, hacen su mayor esfuerzo para trabajar con los estudiantes, con precaria formación inicial y continua; creando alternativas metodológicas surgidas de la necesidad del contexto, con apoyo de estudiantes de grados superiores que se convierten en monitores. Presentan déficit de materiales y recursos educativos, así como ausencia de un currículum educativo específico.