bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Students' Attitudes towards the LMD Assessment System and its Impact on their Performance
Authors: Guessar Souad
Published: July 2024

Student assessment is considered one of the most important parts of the learning and teaching process. In education, knowing how much students have achieved during their studies can be easily determined through the evaluation process. The present work investigates the LMD evaluation through first year students' attitudes.
The Use of Observation in the Humanities and Social Sciences: Two Examples of Observation Networks for Child Behavior
Authors: KHARKHACHE Asma
Published: July 2024

The paper highlights the significance of scientific observation in the humanities and social sciences. It shows that observation has grown from being simple to becoming more scientific, thus gaining credibility. Among other functions, the primary work of observation at the initial stages of research is to help researchers change problems into scientific problematic and suggest tentative answers or hypotheses.
The level of work performance of employees at Top Gloves in A in Temouchen
Authors: Demouche Mebarka
Published: July 2024

This study aimed to identify the level of job performance and to reveal the differences in it according to the variable of professional experience. The study was conducted on a sample of employees of a medical glove manufacturing company in Ain Temouchent. The job performance questionnaire adopted in the study by Zeribi Ahlam (2017) was used and applied to a sample of 80 employees, following the descriptive approach. The study revealed a high level of job performance, and the absence of differences in the level of job performance according to the variable of work experience.
The Dialectic of the Centrality of the Western Ego and the Other in the Concept of Orientalism
Authors: Fatiha Belakroum
Published: July 2024

The curiosity of Europe during the European Crusades was driven to explore the scientific, political and Renaissance East, with the logic of binaries as a rooted element in Western philosophy, considering that the entire universe is built on two opposing, conflicting sides, just like the relationship between man and nature in Greek thought, where man is the centre and nature is the object of this centre, the ego.
Quality of Life in Children with Autism
Authors: Dalila Adda
Published: July 2024

Researchers have increasingly focused on the concept of quality of life since the beginning of the second half of the 20 th century. This term intersects with several other concepts such as happiness, well-being, and wellness, which refers to the individual's freedom from abnormal behavioral patterns, psychological and mental disorders, and illnesses.
A Together Apart Corporeality: The Representation of the Female Body in Hanane El-Sheikh’s the Occasional Virgin and Sylvia Plath’s the Bell Jar
Authors: Kahina Ghediri Zineb
Published: July 2024

This paper is concerned with the conceptualization of the female body in samples from Arab and American literatures, by virtue of the analysis of Hanane El Sheikh’s The Occasional Virgin(2015), and Sylvia Plath’s The Bell Jar(1963) respectively. The present investigation relies on feminist criticism traced by Simone De Beauvoirand Julia Kristeva, in addition to Michel Foucault’s theory of docility.
The Impact of Fake News on Virtual Public Sphere
Authors: Abderrahim Benbouziane
Published: July 2024

This research paper seeks to understand the impact of the phenomenon of fake news on the virtual public sphere. This is done through a review of a wide range of theoretical works and empirical research. In addition to reviewing the concept of fake news and the virtual public sphere.
The process of developing an advertising poster within a communication agency: practical case of open communication and advertising
Authors: Berkoune Kahina
Published: July 2024

Our research aims to tack stock of the creation of advertising posters in the open communication and advertising agency of the wilaya of Batna , in order to determine the importance of good relationships between the imployees of the advertising agency and its clients.
Studying the Effect of Recreational Sports Activity in Reducing Social Anxiety among Secondary School Students A Field Study on Secondary School Students
Authors: Benmisra Abderrahmane
Published: July 2024

The study aims to identify the importance of recreational activity in reducing social anxiety for secondary school students, as well as to know the differences in social anxiety between students who practice recreational activity and those who do not practice recreational activity , we used In this study the experimental method as the most appropriate method y, the researcher used also the social anxiety scale as tool.
Methodological Obstacles Facing the Anthropologist in the Field A Field Study on a Sample of Master's and Doctoral Students in the Department of Sociology -Tebessa
Authors: Farah Ramzi
Published: July 2024

This research paper aims to delve into a systematic epistemological topic in the field of anthropological studies;since the field is an anthropological laboratory we chose the field research and the obstacles facing the field researcher as the subject of our study, with a focus on the anthropological field research methodology.
Representaciones de la extensión territorial en la obra de Domingo Faustino Sarmiento
Authors: Furlan Adriano
Published: July 2024

La idea de que “la extensión es un mal que aqueja a la Argentina” es reconocida como la tesis estándar de Sarmiento sobre la cuestión territorial nacional, aunque en sus abundantes escritos existe una pluralidad de significados al respecto. El artículo indaga en las obras completas del autor con el objetivo de identificar y analizar distintos usos y representaciones de la extensión territorial. Incluyendo la tesis estándar, se propone un esquema interpretativo basado en seis tesis sobre la extensión. La estrategia de investigación siguió procedimientos básicos del análisis de contenido cualitativo. Se concluye que la extensión ha sido un tema recurrente en la vasta obra de Sarmiento, que cada tesis se enmarca en una configuración discursiva propia, que dichas tesis pueden resultar convergentes-complementarias o divergentes-contradictorias, que la dicotomía civilización/barbarie es una matriz ideológica que ordena el contenido de las tesis y que conocer esta pluralidad de significados es de interés para apreciar las complejidades del ideario sarmientino.
La población y el territorio en Tucumán durante el siglo XIX
Authors: Paolazzo Pablo
Published: July 2024

A lo largo del siglo XIX la provincia de Tucumán atravesó diferentes transformaciones demográficas y territoriales. En ese lapso la población se multiplicó casi 10 veces y se caracterizó por un importante proceso de redistribución espacial, lo cual implicó, a su vez, diferentes procesos de destrucción/construcción del territorio. En el plano económico se produjo el pasaje de una economía mercantil a una capitalista, sobre la base del desarrollo de la agroindustria azucarera en el último cuarto del siglo. De ese modo, al finalizar el siglo, la provincia se convirtió en una de las más pujantes del país. En este artículo se describen y analizan esas transformaciones durante el siglo XIX.
Imaginarios del ambiente y la geografía
Authors: Falconer Marianel , Ortiz Martín Federico
Published: July 2024

Este artículo se enmarca en la Geografía Histórica. Analizamos el fondo documental Revista Agua producido por el Departamento General de Irrigación de Mendoza entre los años 1959 y 1975. Identificamos en su interior una serie de narrativas en torno a los imaginarios ambientales y geográficos que permitieron construir cuatro etapas: 1) los inicios de la Revista Agua, 2) la etapa clásica, 3) la internacionalización de los contenidos y 4) el regreso de la revista. El análisis de este tipo de fondo documental bajo el prisma de los imaginarios ambientales y geográficos permitió constatar ciertas narrativas generales (dicotomía oasis-desierto, lucha contra la naturaleza, producción económica para el progreso) en el territorio provincial que en primera instancia inferimos. Identificamos puntos transversales en estas discusiones (por ejemplo, la aridez como condición del territorio a la que debe aplicarse la racionalidad técnica), así como algunos matices específicos (el agua como fuente de riqueza de diversos tipos).
Imagen de la mujer otomana en la novela Udi, de Fatma Aliye
Authors: Karavar Nesrin
Published: July 2024

En este trabajo analizo la representación de la mujer otomana durante las transformaciones y cambios de finales del siglo XIX a través de la novela Udi de Fatma Aliye, considerada la primera novelista y traductora turca otomana. Las mujeres independientes que pueblan sus novelas desafían los códigos de conducta de la época. La autora elabora la psicología de nuevos y modernos arquetipos literarios femeninos como Bedia y Helvila a partir de la música, la moda y la ética.
Hab Mut zum Glück! (¡Ten valor para la Felicidad!): Otras aproximaciones a la obra de Livia Neumann
Authors: Schierenbeck Tomás
Published: July 2024

El artículo tiene como objetivo analizar la obra Hab Mut zum Glück! (1942)publicada por Livia Neumann en la editorial Cosmopolita de la ciudad deBuenos Aires. Nos proponemos, por un lado, conocer cómo esta obrapromocionó una serie de comportamientos y representaciones sexogenéricasante sus lectores germano hablantes en Argentina. Por otro lado,interpelar este libro como una fuente histórica capaz de exhibirparticularidades y problemáticas de la comunidad en torno a la experienciadel exilio durante la Segunda Guerra Mundial. Por último, nos proponemosreflexionar sobre la inserción de este libro dentro del proyecto editorial apartir de la hipótesis de que esta obra fue un emprendimiento comercialparticular dentro del programa general de una editorial, destinada al públicogermanohablante y antinazi de la Argentina.
La ensoñación como estilo en Sylvie de Nerval y en “Primero de enero” de Lermontov
Authors: Ferranti Castellano Malena Brenda
Published: July 2024

La ensoñación, elemento particularmente vinculado al romanticismo, no aparece simplemente como un tema en el poema “Primero de enero” de Lermontov y en la nouvelle Sylvie de Nerval, lejos de ello, conforma un estilo particular. Desde un abordaje estético-hermenéutico y con una metodología comparada, proponemos que la ensoñación envuelve la totalidad de los textos y aparece entonces en tanto estilo: se construye en la disposición del lenguaje, la construcción de las imágenes y la estructura de las obras.Formulamos así el concepto “estilo de la ensoñación” para aproximarnos a los textos seleccionados. A su vez, todo ello nos conduce a establecer una relación con particularidades del movimiento impresionista y nos posibilita realizar una conexión con determinados procesos de autonomización del arte.
“Uno de esos héroes medio locos de Hoffmann”. Balzac, Hoffmann y el fundamento metafísico de La comedia humana
Authors: Bernini Emilio
Published: July 2024

Este artículo estudia la centralidad de la literatura fantástica de E. T. A. Hoffmann en la poética de Honoré de Balzac, y en particular, en la constitución del sistema de La comedia humana. Plantea que la literatura de Hoffmann, traducida y reformulada en el mercado literario francés, se articula como fundamentación metafísica del sistema de La comedia, en la categoría de los “Estudios  filosóficos”. Para desarrollar la proposición el artículo trabaja la recepción de los cuentos fantásticos de Hoffmann en Francia en la década de 1830; la lectura materialista de Balzac de esos textos; y sobre la base de esa recepción y esa lectura, la constitución de una metafísica que Balzac denomina Teoría de la Voluntad.
Data Symbion Environmental Intelligence: da gênese a reestruturação
Authors: Lucca Giancarlo , Nunes Borges Eduardo , Huszcza Rafael , Lopes Jeferson , Perin Hugo Alberto , Pereira Leandro Angelo , Metri Rafael , Borges Guilherme Pablo Damian
Published: July 2024

Uma das metas da década para as Organizações das Nações Unidas (ONU) abrange a prevenção e conservação dos oceanos e mares. Nesse sentido, foi inicialmente proposto o projeto Data Symbion, o qual visava a organização e armazenamento de dados relacionados a biomas marinhos. Tendo isso em consideração, este artigo apresenta a reestruturação deste projeto, para consideração de uso de técnicas de mineração de dados, propondo então o Data Symbion Environmental Intelligence. O artigo mostra o desenvolvimento em níveis do sistema, suas políticas de uso, de dados e perfis de usuário. Atualmente o nível zero do Data Symbion EI está disponível para qualquer usuário da internet.
Asociatividad, adaptabilidad y pluriactividad en el hábitat campesino colombiano
Authors: Ramos Calonge Helmuth
Published: July 2024

Este artículo expone resultados de la aproximación exploratoria que identificó el comportamiento de la adaptabilidad, la pluriactividad y la asociatividad en dos contextos rurales en Colombia, los municipios de Caparrapí en Cundinamarca y Yopal en Casanare. El trabajo hace parte de la investigación doctoral planificación del hábitat campesino y desarrollo local rural, que parte de la pregunta problema ¿cómo contribuir al desarrollo local rural desde la planificación del hábitat campesino? y tiene como hipótesis: para contribuir al desarrollo local rural a partir de la planificación del hábitat campesino esta deberá favorecer la adaptabilidad, la pluriactividad y la participación asociativa. La metodología es de tipo cualitativa con alcance exploratorio y se adelantó bajo la técnica de observación directa y entrevista semiestructurada. La exploración evidencia que en ambos contextos las familias campesinas se han adaptado a las condiciones territoriales, a las dinámicas productivas y a cambios en el entorno sociofamiliar, han logrado diversificar sus actividades productivas e involucrarse en grupos de base asociativa. Se concluye que las variables investigadas son determinantes para que las familias campesinas, en ambos contextos, avancen en procesos sociales y productivos que contribuyen a la mejora de su calidad de vida.
Diversidad y servicios ecosistémicos de la ciudad de Corrientes
Authors: Luna Claudia , Fontana María Laura , Ortiz Nicolás Leandro , Talavera Gonzalo , Poupard Magalí , Bertolo Darío , Cristiá Alejandro Javier
Published: July 2024

Aportando al diseño de políticas públicas para el manejo del arbolado urbano, se identificó y evaluó la diversidad y los servicios ecosistémicos del dosel arbóreo urbano costero de la ciudad de Corrientes; mediante un inventario forestal, se calcularon índices clásicos y de diversidad funcional; se realizó una caracterización dendrométrica. Con esta información se probarán hipótesis referidas a la distribución espacial de la provisión de los servicios ecosistémicos del arbolado público. De allí la Costanera Norte presenta mayor riqueza especifica; número de familias y géneros taxonómicos; y el Parque Mitre se destaca por la mayor edad promedio del arbolado. Los índices clásicos expresan diversidad baja y valores normales de biodiversidad urbana. La distribución de especies en la ciudad se encuentra excedida en todos sus parámetros. El Parque Mitre es el mayor sumidero de carbono, y el sector de mayor liberación de oxígeno. La vegetación actual logra captar las emisiones anuales de una baja proporción de la población total del área. El dosel arbóreo evaluado libera oxígeno suficiente para asegurar la calidad de vida de la mitad de los contribuyentes circundantes. Los resultados demuestran la necesidad de continuar reforestando la ciudad de Corrientes como estrategia de adaptación y mitigación al cambio climático.
Defining Graduate Academic Yiddish Proficiency: Results of an Evidence-Based Study
Authors: Kirzane Jessica Anne
Published: July 2024

In the field of second language pedagogy, it has become increasingly common to consider the real-world usage for language when strategizing goals and curriculum development for language instruction. Emerging from a reverse design perspective, which prioritizes desired outcomes as a starting place for curricular design, language instructors identify and define the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) they aim for their students to acquire. In cases in which existing proficiency guidelines are not well aligned with the real-world language use that a particular course is targeting, it is becoming increasingly common for instructors to design Languages for Special Purposes (LSP) courses that reflect the unique uses certain bodies of students may have for the language. This paper considers one such case, that of Yiddish for Academic Purposes. Using domain analysis, a multidimensional research framework that supports and undergirds the development of new LSP courses in an assessment-driven proficiency-oriented reverse design framework and evidence-centered design (ECD), this study presents a series of target KSAs for Yiddish for Academic Purposes, on the basis of which curriculum developers could build assessments and subsequently curricula aligned with one another and with the specific language usage unique to the real-world language use domain of graduate academic Yiddish. This process of domain analysis could be replicated for other languages when academic usage is considered as a specific purpose for which an LSP course could be developed. This study is particularly relevant to the development of LSP courses for less commonly taught languages (LCTLs), which tend to be under-resourced and under-researched. Examining academic applications of LCTLs is particularly essential for those languages for which there are fewer, or more constrained, other “real world” applications for the language outside of academic use than there are for more commonly spoken languages.
-Ricci Solitons On Sasakian Manifolds Admitting General Connection
Authors: Bhatt Pawan , Chanyal SK
Published: July 2024

In this paper we study -Ricci soliton on Sasakian manifolds admitting general connection and obtain some conditions for the soliton to be shrinking, steady and expanding.
MSC 2020: 53C15, 53C25, 53D15.
The Effects of Consumption of Cashew Nut (Anacardium Occidentale) Diet on Scopolamine Induced Depression and Anxiety in CD1 Mice.
Authors: Uket Johnbull Martins , Gekpe Christiana Godwin , Ikem Helyn Andonimye , Agbo Peter Cecilia , Oge Nkwa
Published: July 2024

Cashew nut (Anacardium occidentale) contain vitamin B6, essential amino acids (tryptophan) a precursor of serotonin and omega-3 fatty acid which had been known to affect mood. However, whether consumption of cashew nut diet which contains vitamin B6, tryptophan and omega-3 fatty acid will affect mood notably, anxiety and depression in mice has not been previously ascertained. Therefore, the effects of consumption of cashew nut (Anacardium occidentale) diets on scopolamine induced anxiety and depression in CD1 mice was studied. Twenty-eight (28) experimental mice were randomly assigned into 4 groups namely; control, cashew nut diet only, cashew nut diet + scopolamine and scopolamine only group. Forced swim test was used to assess for depression in the animals and open field maize, light/dark transition box and elevated plus maze was used to access anxiety. Results from force swim test showed that, depressive symptoms were decreased in scopolamine only treated group compared to control and other experimental groups (p<0.05). Anxiolytic behaviors were also decreased in scopolamine only treated group compared to control and other experimental groups (p<0.05). In conclusion, consumption of cashew nut diets improved depression and anxiety in mice. The anxiolytic and anti-depressive effects observed may be attributed to tryptophan, omega-3 fatty acid and vitamin B6 present in cashew nut diet.
Service Quality and Brand Switching Behaviour of Flour Users in Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria.
Authors: EZENTA Ogemdi Nneoma , ODEH Joseph
Published: July 2024

This study examined the association between service quality and brand switching behaviour of flour users in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nigeria. In line with the objectives of the study, two hypotheses were formulated. The survey research design was adopted for the study. The study population comprised all the bakers in FCT, Nigeria with a sample size of sixty (60) which was conveniently drawn from the population. The questionnaire was the instrument for data collection. Kendall tau_b was employed in testing the hypotheses formulated. The findings revealed a significant positive relationship between value-added service; promotion activities and brand switching behaviour. The study concludes that excellent service quality attracts customers to the company’s brand. The study recommends, amongst others, that Firms should prioritize the integration of special pricing, free trials, and gifts strategies to stimulate large-volume sales. Flour milling firms should consider employees’ training to enhance their capacities in effectively managing customer interactions and mitigating unnecessary customer turnover.
A STUDY OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN INTERNAL PSYCHOLOGICAL FACTORS AND ACHIEVEMENT MOTIVATION IN STUDENTS
Authors: Nazarli Rovshan
Published: July 2024

The article is devoted to internal psychological factors and directions of its research. In this article, internal psychological factors are clarified, directions of problem research are investigated, including mechanisms of influence of internal psychological factors on success motivation. the internal psychological factors that determine the success motivation of students are investigated. Here, the influence levels of internal factors on success motivation are studied, including the mechanisms of success psychology and the factors that play a fundamental role in personality success. The research showed that students at medium and high levels tend to succeed and prefer medium risk levels. Those who are afraid of failure either prefer small or, on the contrary, a very high level of risk. It was determined that the higher the student’s motivation to succeed, the stronger the desire to achieve the goal and take risks. At the same time, hope for success is more important than weak motivation to succeed. It has been found that people who are motivated and have high hopes for success tend to avoid high risks.
Exploring the Aesthetic Applications of Expanded Polystyrene: An Interdisciplinary Review
Authors: Awodi Ene , Adewumi Kehinde
Published: July 2024

Some researchers contend that repurposing and reuse of EPS for artistic and aesthetic purposes represents a meaningful step in addressing the environmental challenges associated with its widespread commercial and single-use applications. It is in line with this thought that this review paper seeks to explore the wide range of creative and aesthetic applications of polystyrene across various disciplines, shedding light on its versatility, aesthetics, and functional qualities. The purpose of the review is to ascertain the contribution of the creative field to environmental sustainability through the (re)use of EPS. Taking a qualitative route, this review of literature is guided by the following research questions: (a) What are the inherent properties and characteristics of EPS? (b) In what myriad aesthetic contexts have EPS found utility and application? (c) What are the key challenges associated with employing this material for artistic purposes? Given the difficulty that accompanies the recycling options for EPS, its use in art has become another avenue for extending the material’s end-of-life use. However, the paper found that while some artists contribute to the development of a green society by using discarded EPS in their art, others contribute to the problem by choosing to use virgin EPS for their art because of benefits such as the material’s lightweight, ease of carving, and cheapness. Therefore, this paper recommends that if artists must use EPS, then they should make it a point of duty to go for discarded EPS and other plastic wastes to help the environment.
Bariatrik ve Metabolik Cerrahi Genel Prensipler ve Yenilikler I
Authors: TAŞKIN Mustafa , TAŞKIN Halit Eren , ZENGİN Seniyye Ülgen , Türkçapar Ahmet Gökhan , Uzunköy Ali , Çingi Asım , Kavlakoğlu Burak , Kırkıl Cüneyt , Özelgün Özsu Demet , Yazıcı Dilek , Salih Emad , Şahin Enes , Yardımcı Erkan , Vural Erol , Avşar Fatih Mehmet , Uzun Hafize , Artaş Hakan , Coşkun Halil , Taşkın Halit Eren , Khwaja Haris , Sinan Hüseyin , Tekin Koray , Avtan Levent , Akgün Tepeli Mehmet , Görgün Mehmet , Yiğit Mehmet Volkan , Orhon Ergün Meliha , Uygur Meliha Melin , Küçük Yetgin Meral , İris Merve Sertenay , Aykota Muhammed Raşid , Şahin Mustafa , Taşkın Mustafa , Erdem Nihal Zekiye , Banlı Oktay , Sevim Özgür , Özışık Seçil , Zengin Seniyye Ülgen , Işıklı Şevval , Kıvılcım Uprak Tevfik , Çoskun Mümin , Uçar Yasin
Published: July 2024

‘Bariatrik ve Metabolik Cerrahi Genel Prensipler ve Yenilikler’ isimli bu kitabımız bariatrik cerrahi alanında var olan temel prensiplerle beraber yeni tedavi protokolleri ve obezite cerrahisinde oluşabilecek komplikasyonlar ve uzun dönemde oluşabilecek sorunları kapsamaktadır. Bariatrik Cerrahi sadece Cerrahları değil birçok branştan hekimleri de ilgilendiren multi disipliner bir tedavi ve takip gerektiren bir cerrahi branştır. Kitabımızda beraber çalıştığımız tüm branşların tedavi ve takip protokollerine yer vermeye çalıştık. Bu eser multidisipliner ve klinik pratiklerde yaşanılan komplikasyonlara kılavuzluk edecek ilk Ulusal kitap olma özelliğini taşımaktadır. Ayrıca okuyucularına teorik eğitimin yanı sıra içerdiği vaka resimleri ile de pratik bir yol gösterici olacaktır. Bu esere katıda bulunan Obezite Cerrahisi Derneğinin üyelerine teşekkür ederiz.
Obezitenin Patofizyolojisi
Authors: UZUNKÖY Ali
Published: July 2024

Obezitenin fizyopatolojisi son derece karmaşıktır. Enerji (kalori) alımı ve harcaması arasındaki denge ve vücut ağırlığı değişimi, iştah, metabolizma ve fiziksel aktivite ile ilişkilidir. Bu dengenin düzenlenmesinde hormonlar, sinirsel yolaklar, gastrointestinal sistem, yağ dokusu ve santral sinir sistemi arasındaki iletişim rol oynar. Enerji alınımının artması veya kullanımının azalması ve artan enerjinin yağ olarak depolanması sonucu obezite (şişmanlık) ortaya çıkar. İştah merkezi hipotalamusta bulunur. Ventromedial hipotalamusta tokluk merkezi, lateral hipotalamusta da açlık merkezi bulunur. Hipotalamusa kan dolaşımıyla gelen hormonal uyarılar, periferal otonom sinir sisteminden gelen vagal uyarılar ve serebral korteksten gelen uyarılar değerlendirilip, burada bulunan arkuat nükleustan merkezi sinir sistemine ve çevreye açlığı uyaran veya baskılayan, metabolizmayı düzenleyen ve fiziksel aktiviteyi etkileyen sinyaller gönderir. Arkuat nükleus, gelen sinyallere bağlı olarak, nöropeptide Y ve agouti-related peptid salınımı yoluyla besin alımını arttırırken, cocaine-amphetamine-related transcript ve proopiomelanocortin peptitlerin salınımı yoluyla besin alınımı azaltır. Aynı zamanda, besin maddelerinin metabolizması ve beslenmeyle ilgili kognitif süreçler ve orta beyindeki mezolimbik dopamin ödül sistemi de iştahı ve beslenmeyi etkiler. Yağ dokusundan salgılanan leptin, pankreastan salgılanan insülin ve gastrointestinal sistemden salgılanan kolesistokinin, glukagon like peptid-1, peptide YY3-36 ve ghrelin gibi hormonlar açlık ve tokluk sinyalleri vererek iştahı etkiler. Ayrıca, yağ dokusundan salgılanan adipokinlerin de enerji metabolizması ile ilgili etkileri vardır. Sonuç olarak, enerji alınımını ve harcamasını etkileyen çok sayıda santral ve periferik mekanizma iletişim halinde bulunur. Bu dengenin enerji fazlalığı şeklinde değişmesi sonucu obezite ortaya çıkar
Bariatrik Cerrahi Kilo Kaybının Hormonal ve Endokrinolojik Mekanizmaları
Authors: ÖZIŞIK Seçil , UYGUR Melin , YAZICI Dilek
Published: July 2024

Bariatrik cerrahi obezite tedavisinde uzun dönemli kilo kaybı sağlamada en etkili yöntemdir. Bariatrik cerrahi sonucunda sağlanan kilo kaybını birkaç değişik mekanizma ile açıklanabilmektedir. Kilo kaybında etkili olan mekanizmalar bağırsak anatomisinin değişmesi ve bununla ilişkili olarak bağırsaktan salgılanan hormonların miktarındaki farklılıklar gibi görünmektedir. Bunlar sonucunda enerji alımında azalma, malabzorbsiyon, kalori kısıtlanması, yemek tercihlerinde farklılıklar, nöral etkiler ön planda görülmektedir. Kilo kaybından sorumlu hormonlar ve maddeler arasındaysa ghrelin, glukagon-like peptide 1, peptid YY, Glukoz-bağımlı insulinotropik polipeptid ve safra asitleri yer almaktadır. Ayrıca bağırsak mikrobiyotasındaki değişikliklerin de kilo kaybıyla ilişkili olduğu gösterilmiştir. Sonuç olarak, bariyatrik cerrahi sonrası kilo kaybı genel olarak kalori alımının azalması, çeşitli hormonların etkisiyle iştahın azalması ve yeme davranışının değişmesi suretiyle gerçekleşmektedir.
Bariyatrik Cerrahi Hastasının Preoperatif Hazırlanması ve Güncel Endikasyonlar
Authors: AVŞAR Fatih Mehmet
Published: July 2024

Obezite crerahisi obezite ve yandaş hastalıklarının tedavisinde en etkili metodlardan birisi olarak kabul görmekredir. Obez hastalar normal kilolu hastalara göre hem cerrahi hemde anestezi açısından daha riskli hastalardır. Riski minimum düzye ingirgeyebilmek için obez hastanın preoperatif değerlendirilmesi çok önemlidir. Ayrıca hastalara uygulanacak cerrahi tipinin belirlenebilmesi ve hastanın yeni yaşamanı uyum sağlamasını kolaylaştırmak için birçok preoperatif test ve Psikiyatri, Beslenme ve diyet, Endokrinoloji, Kardioloji, anesteziyoloji bilim dallarıyla beraber değerlendirilmenin yapılması önerilmektedir.
Laparoskopik Roux-en-Y Gastrik Baypas Uygulamasında Linear Stapler Gastrojejunostomi Tekniği
Authors: GÖRGÜN Mehmet , TEPELI Mehmet Akgün
Published: July 2024

Morbid obezite cerrahisi teknolojideki gelişmeler sonucunda başarılı, etkili ve kalıcı sonuçlarla uygulanmaktadır. En sık yapılan Laparoskopik uygulamalar tüp mide şeklinde gastrektomi ve Roux-en-Y Gastrik Baypas (RYGB) yöntemleridir. RYGB’deki gastrojejunostomi (GJ) uygulaması düz cerrahi zımbalama (DCZ) cihazları, dairesel zımbalama (DZ) cihazları ya da elle dikiş (ED) atılması şeklinde yapılmaktadır. Bu bölümde laparoskopik yöntemle DCZ cihazları kullanılarak yapılan GJ tekniği anlatılmaktadır.
Laparoskopik Tek Anastamozlu Sleeve İleal Bypass
Authors: SALIH Emad
Published: July 2024

Obezite oranları dünyada artmaktadır. Öbez bireyler, kalp hastalığı, inme, tip 2 diyabete, hipertansiyon, gastroözofageal reflü hastalığı (GERD) ve kanserler dahil olmak üzere birçok sağlık sorunun artan risk altındadır. Şişmanlık Cerrahisi günümüzde morbid obezite tedavisinde kanıtlanmış en etkili tedavidir. Çeşitli standart bariatrik ve metabolik prosedürlerin varlığına rağmen, belirli koşullar için yeni yaklaşımlar gerekli olabilir, Mevcut prosedürlerden bazıları bazı durumlarda uygun olmayabilir. Tek Anastamoz Sleeveileal bypass (SASI), Mahdy ve meslektaşları tarafından popüler hale getirilen Gastrektomi-Transit Bipartisyonunun (SG-TB) bir modifikasyonudur. Bu bölümde öncelikle SASI'nin tarihine odaklanacağız ve çalışma mekanizmasını açıklayacağız. SASI ameliyatı geçiren hastanın ameliyat öncesi değerlendirmesi tartışılacaktır. SASI’nın avantajları ve dezavantajları ve Daha sonra ameliyat tekniği ile ilgili bazı teknik konuları anlatacağız. SASI sonrası en sık karşılaşılan sorunları ve yan etkileri ve bunların yönetimini ele alınacak.
Bariatrik ve Metabolik Cerrahi Hastasinin Ameliyat Sonrasi Egzersiz Reçetesi
Authors: KÜÇÜK YETGİN Meral
Published: July 2024

Bariatrik cerrahi hastalarında egzersiz, toplam günlük enerji harcamasını, yağ oksidasyonunu, kardiyorespiratuar zindeliği, kas kuvveti ve dayanıklılığını, fonksiyonel hareketliliği ve insülin duyarlılığını arttırmak suretiyle tedaviye katkı sağlamaktadır. Bu hastalara bariatrik cerrahi öncesi ve sonrası dönemde aerobik, direnç ve esneklik egzersizleri ve bu egzersizlerin kombinasyonu tavsiye edilmektedir. Bariatrik cerrahi öncesi aerobik egzersizler, haftada 2-3 gün, tek bir seansta 20-45 dakika aralığında, maksimum kalp atım hızının %45–55 aralığında ya da 10–11 Borg RPE’ye (Borg algılanan zorluk derecesi) karşılık gelecek şekilde dizayn edilmelidir. Bariatrik cerrahi sonrasında; haftalık toplam egzersiz süresi 250-400 dakika, orta şiddetli (% 55–70 HRRmax, 12–14 Borg RPE), haftada 3-5 gün olarak devam etmelidir. Direnç egzersizlerinde ise; ameliyat öncesinde haftada 2-3 gün, 1RM < % 60, 12-15 tekrar, 3 set olacak şekilde planlanmalı ve en az 6 büyük kas grubu hedef alınmalıdır. Ameliyat sonrasında; egzersiz şiddeti orta-yüksek (1RM ≥%70) olacak şekilde kademeli olarak arttırılmalıdır. İlerleyen zamanlarda yüksek şiddetli aralıklı antrenman modeli uygulanabilir.
Bariyatrik Cerrahi Hastasının Beslenmesi
Authors: ERDEM Nihal Zekiye
Published: July 2024

Bariyatrik cerrahi tokluğa neden olarak, yiyeceklerin alımını kısıtlayarak, enerji harcamasını artırarak etkili kilo kaybı oluştururken, besin ögeleri emiliminin bozulmasına, istenmeyen durumlardan olan dumping, steatöre ve kusmaya da neden olmaktadır. Diyetisyen, beslenme programı oluştururken; beslenme alışkanlığının değiştirilmesini, düşük enerjili yiyeceklerin tüketilmesini; yiyecek çeşidinin değiştirilmesini, uyumunu, yoğunluğunu, hacmini; vitamin-mineral desteklerini; protein alımını (özellikle peynir altı suyu proteinleri) ve fiziksel aktiviteyi göz önünde bulundurmalıdır. Hastanın, doğru beslenme alışkanlığı kazanabilmesi için, ömür boyu diyetisyen tarafından diyetinin kontrolü gereklidir. Beslenme danışmanlığı, hastaya ve ailesine; cerrahi öncesinde, hastane sürecinde ve taburculuk sonrası sürdürülmelidir. Cerrahi sonrası beslenme tedavisinin amacı doku iyileşmesi, fazla kiloların kaybı ve yağsız vücut kütlesinin korunmasıdır. Amaç için, hidrasyonunun sağlanması, hastaların yiyecek toleranslarına göre enerji, makro-mikro besin ögelerinin karşılanması, biyokimyasal parametreler ve protein düzeylerinin sürekli olarak izlenmesi gerekmektedir. Bunların başarılmasında, ekip ile hareket edilmelidir. Cerrahi sonrası, beslenme alışkanlıkları ve fiziksel aktivite ile ilgili, davranış değişikliği yapılmadığında, ilerleyen yıllarda kilo alınmaktadır.
Roux En Y Gastrik Bypass Revizyonları
Authors: TEKIN Koray
Published: July 2024

Mevcut bilgiler, Roux en Y gastrik bypass (RYGB) sonrası yetersiz kilo verimi ya da tekrar kilo alımı nedeniyle uygulanan revizyon amaçlı endoskopik yöntemlerin etkisiz olduğuna işaret etmektedir. Bununla birlikte endoskopik yöntemler, geliştirilebilmeleri amacıyla, özel merkezlerde yapılmaya devam edilebilir sadece. Gastrik poşun, silikon mide bandı ile çevrelenmesi, kısa dönemde umut vadeden bir yöntem olmasına rağmen, gastrik bandın uzun dönemdeki kötü sonuçları hatırlanarak, bu revizyon değerlendirilmelidir. Gastrik poşun ve gastrojejunostominin tekrar oluşturulması umut vadedici gözükmekle birlikte, uzun dönem sonuçlar elimizde olmadığı için yine de bu yönteme dikkatle yaklaşılmalıdır. RYGB’nin biliopankreatik diversion – duodenal switch’e (BPD-DS) çevrilmesi en etkili yöntem olmakla birlikte, komplikasyonların yüksekliği, ciddi malabsorbsiyona yol açması ve teknik olarak çok zor olması nedeniyle yaygın kullanılamamaktadır. Sonuç olarak elimizde RYGB’nin Distal RYGB’ye çevrimi en uygulanabilir ve etkin yöntem olarak kalmaktadır. Distalizasyon safranın değil ama gıdanın geçtiği barsak boyunu kısaltarak yapılmalıdır ve asla alimenter bacak ve ortak kanal toplamı 210 cm’in altında olmamalıdır. Distalizasyona, gerekirse gastrik poşun küçültülmesi eklenebilir.
Molecular markers of pathogen resistance for assisted breeding of tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.)
Authors: Facundo-Angel Placido ,   Universidad Autónoma Chapingo, Sahagún-Castellanos Jaime , Rodríguez-Pérez Juan Enrique , Leyva-Mir Santos Gerardo ,   Universidad Autónoma Chapingo,   Universidad Autónoma Chapingo
Published: July 2024

Tomato is infected by more than 100 pathogens that affect its production; therefore, it is crucial that commercial varieties integrate resistance genes. In this context, molecular markers improve the efficiency of the selection process. This study aimed to validate the efficacy of molecular markers in identifying genes resistant to six pathogens: Meloidogyne sp. (Mi-1 and Mi-1.2), Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. lycopersici (I-1 and I-2), Stemphyllium sp. (Sm), Phytophthora infestans (Ph3), tomato yellow leaf curl virus (Ty-2 and Ty-3) and spotted wilt virus (Sw5b). Protocols for 10 pairs of markers associated with resistance genes were adapted and tested on 20 genotypes. Pathogen resistance genes were identified in 17 advanced lines and three commercial hybrids of tomato. Molecular markers distinguished lines with resistance genes to six important diseases in tomato cultivation, which could therefore be used for the development of new varieties.
Objetos que emocionan
Authors: Forero Ángel Ana María , Góngora Andrés
Published: July 2024

Diversos objetos han sido testigos materiales de las experiencias de violencia y conflicto en América Latina. En este libro, aquello que está conservado en museos, en lugares ruinosos, en paisajes, en archivos, en cuerpos de agua o en cuerpos humanos ayuda a entender las adversidades ocurridas en nuestro continente. En Objetos que emocionan, investigadores e investigadoras de Argentina, Brasil, Chile, Colombia y México estudian el vínculo indisoluble entre materialidades, emociones y conflictos, lo que permite una lectura novedosa de procesos históricos, políticos y sociales que han marcado el destino de nuestros países.
Economic and social impact of affordable housing policies: A comparative review
Authors: Adetola Adewale Akinsulire  , Courage Idemudia  , Azubuike Chukwudi Okwandu  , Obinna Iwuanyanwu
Published: July 2024

Affordable housing policies play a pivotal role in shaping the economic and social landscapes of nations, especially in the context of growing urbanization and income inequality. This comparative review examines the economic and social impacts of various affordable housing policies across different countries, providing a comprehensive analysis of their effectiveness and broader implications. Economic impacts of affordable housing policies are multifaceted, influencing job creation, economic growth, and household stability. By increasing the supply of affordable housing, these policies can stimulate construction and related industries, leading to significant job creation and economic activity. Affordable housing also enhances household stability by reducing housing costs, allowing for greater disposable income and increased consumer spending. This review explores how policies such as tax incentives, subsidies, and inclusionary zoning have been utilized to promote affordable housing development and their resultant economic benefits. Social impacts of affordable housing policies are equally significant, affecting community cohesion, health outcomes, and educational attainment. Stable and affordable housing contributes to improved mental and physical health by reducing stress and exposure to poor living conditions. Furthermore, it enhances educational outcomes for children by providing a stable home environment conducive to learning. This review discusses policies such as rent control, public housing initiatives, and housing vouchers, highlighting their role in fostering social inclusion and reducing disparities. Case studies from diverse regions, including the United States, Singapore, and Brazil, illustrate the varied approaches and outcomes of affordable housing policies. In the United States, the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program has been instrumental in increasing affordable housing supply and promoting economic development in underserved areas. Singapore's Housing and Development Board (HDB) has successfully provided high-quality, affordable housing to a majority of its population, significantly enhancing social stability. Brazil's Minha Casa Minha Vida program showcases how large-scale public housing initiatives can address housing deficits and improve living standards for low-income families. The review concludes that while affordable housing policies have distinct economic and social impacts, their success largely depends on contextual factors such as policy design, implementation strategies, and local economic conditions. Policymakers must consider these factors to create effective and sustainable housing solutions that promote both economic prosperity and social well-being.
Keywords: Economic, Social: Impact, Affordable Housing, Policies.
Leveraging technology for improved contract management in the energy sector
Authors: Michael Osinakachukwu Ezeh  , Adindu Donatus Ogbu  , Augusta Heavens Ikevuje  , Emmanuel Paul-Emeka George
Published: July 2024

Effective contract management is critical for the energy sector, where complex agreements and regulatory requirements demand precision and oversight. Leveraging technology for improved contract management can transform how energy companies manage their contracts, enhancing efficiency, compliance, and strategic alignment. This paper explores the impact of technological advancements on contract management processes in the energy sector, emphasizing digital solutions and automation. The energy sector deals with multifaceted contracts involving various stakeholders, including suppliers, contractors, regulatory bodies, and customers. Traditional contract management methods, often characterized by manual processes and paper-based documentation, are prone to errors, delays, and inefficiencies. Technology, particularly contract lifecycle management (CLM) software, offers comprehensive solutions to these challenges by digitizing and automating contract management processes. CLM software facilitates the entire contract lifecycle, from drafting and negotiation to execution and renewal. These platforms provide centralized repositories for all contract documents, ensuring easy access and retrieval. Advanced features such as automated alerts and notifications for key dates and obligations help companies stay compliant with contractual and regulatory requirements, reducing the risk of penalties and legal disputes. Moreover, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) capabilities integrated into CLM solutions enable intelligent contract analysis and risk assessment. AI-driven tools can extract critical data from contracts, identify potential risks, and suggest mitigative actions. This predictive insight enhances decision-making, allowing energy companies to proactively address issues before they escalate. Blockchain technology also holds significant potential for contract management in the energy sector. Smart contracts, enabled by blockchain, offer a secure and transparent way to automate contractual obligations. These self-executing contracts reduce the need for intermediaries and enhance trust among parties, ensuring that terms are met efficiently and without dispute. In addition to these technologies, cloud-based platforms offer scalability and flexibility, allowing energy companies to manage contracts remotely and collaboratively. This is particularly beneficial in an industry where projects span multiple locations and jurisdictions. In conclusion, leveraging technology for contract management in the energy sector results in streamlined processes, improved compliance, and enhanced strategic alignment. By adopting digital solutions and automation, energy companies can mitigate risks, reduce costs, and drive operational efficiency, ultimately contributing to their sustainability and competitiveness in a rapidly evolving market.
Keywords: Leveraging, Technology, Energy Sector, Contract Management, Improved.
Multifaceted impact of renewable energy on achieving global climate targets: Technological innovations, policy frameworks, and international collaborations
Authors: Nwankwo Charles Uzondu  , Dominic Dummene Lele
Published: July 2024

This review comprehensively examines the multifaceted impact of renewable energy on achieving global climate targets, focusing on technological innovations, policy frameworks, and international collaborations. The study aims to highlight the critical role of renewable energy in mitigating climate change and promoting sustainable development. Methodologically, the paper synthesizes findings from the latest research and case studies to inform policymakers, industry stakeholders, and researchers. The main findings indicate significant advancements in renewable energy technologies, such as improvements in solar photovoltaics and wind turbines, which have enhanced efficiency and affordability. Energy storage solutions and smart grid technologies are crucial for integrating variable renewable energy sources into existing energy grids. Effective policy frameworks, including feed-in tariffs, tax incentives, and renewable portfolio standards, have been instrumental in driving renewable energy adoption. The role of international collaborations, facilitated by organizations like IRENA and agreements such as the Paris Agreement, is vital in promoting global renewable energy deployment. Conclusions drawn from the study emphasize that achieving global climate targets requires a multifaceted approach encompassing technological innovation, supportive policy frameworks, and robust international collaboration. Future research should focus on advancing renewable energy technologies, optimizing policy frameworks, enhancing international cooperation, and addressing socio-economic and environmental challenges. Recommendations include increased investment in renewable energy R&D, implementation of comprehensive policy measures that promote social equity, and strengthening international mechanisms for technology transfer and financial support. By addressing these areas, the global community can accelerate the transition to a sustainable and resilient energy system, ensuring a prosperous and climate-resilient future for all.
Keywords: Renewable Energy, Climate Targets, Technological Innovations, Policy Frameworks, International Collaborations, Sustainable Development.
AI Chatbot integration in SME marketing platforms: Improving customer interaction and service efficiency
Authors: Wagobera Edgar Kedi  , Chibundom Ejimuda  , Courage Idemudia  , Tochukwu Ignatius Ijomah
Published: July 2024

This review paper examines the integration of AI chatbots in small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) marketing platforms, focusing on their impact on customer interaction, service efficiency, and future implications. AI chatbots, powered by advancements in natural language processing and machine learning, have revolutionized customer service by automating routine tasks, providing 24/7 availability, and personalizing interactions based on user data. The paper explores historical developments, current trends, and applications of chatbots in SMEs, highlighting benefits such as cost efficiency and improved service processes. Furthermore, it discusses emerging technologies in chatbot development and outlines long-term benefits for SMEs, including enhanced customer satisfaction and operational efficiencies. Practical recommendations for SMEs considering chatbot integration are provided to optimize implementation and leverage this technology effectively in their marketing strategies.
Keywords:  AI Chatbots, SME Marketing, Customer Interaction, Service Efficiency, Automation, Future Trends.