bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Validity and Reliability of the Tunisian Arabic Functioning Assessment Short Test (FAST) and Functional Outcome Factors in a Sample of Patients with Bipolar Disorder
Authors: Jemli Hend , Ouali Uta , Maatouk Ons , Hajri Ahlem , Ahmed Azza Ben Cheikh , Aissa Amina , Jomli Rabaa
Published: February 2025

Background

Bipolar disorders negatively impact functional outcomes and, consequently, prognosis. The Functioning Assessment Short Test is a reliable tool to evaluate functional outcomes in people with bipolar disorders.

Aim

The aim of the study was to conduct a cross-cultural validation of the Functioning Assessment Short Test (FAST) and to explore correlations between functional impairment and sociodemographic and clinical variables.

Methods

A cross-sectional study was carried out in a population of 60 bipolar patients and 60 healthy controls. The scales administered were the Global Functioning Assessment (GAF), the World Health Organization Quality Of Life-Bref (WHOQOL-BREF), the FAST, and a questionnaire containing sociodemographic and clinical variables. The validation study was based on face and content validity, reliability, and construct validity.

Results

The face and content validity were satisfactory. The internal consistency obtained was high, with a Cronbach’s alpha of 0.785. All six FAST domains had significant correlations with each other and with the total score. The FAST assessment at baseline and week 2 were highly correlated (p>0.05), and the intraclass correlation coefficient was 0.998, indicating high test-retest reliability. The FAST total score was negatively and significantly associated with GAF (rho=-0.788, p<0.001) and WHOQOL-BREF scores, suggesting good concurrent validity. The total FAST scores were significantly lower in controls as compared with bipolar patients (p<0.001), with a cut-off at 26. Functional impairment was significantly associated with the following variables: low educational level, living alone, early age at onset, number of depressive episodes, and treatment associations (mood stabilizers and antipsychotics).

Conclusion

The Tunisian Arabic version of the FAST demonstrated satisfactory psychometric properties and could be used to assess specific domains of functional impairment in people living with bipolar disorders and may be instrumental in implementing psychosocial and rehabilitation interventions.
Effect of Levothyroxine Therapy on Gestational Hypertension and Pre-Eclampsia in Pregnant Women with Subclinical Hypothyroidism, Hypothyroidism, and Thyroid Autoimmunity: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Authors: Goodarzi-Khoigani Masoomeh , Aminorroaya Ashraf , Mohammadi Raziyeh
Published: February 2025

Background:

Gestational hypertension (GH) and preeclampsia (PE) are two
important complications of pregnancy. Considering the U-shaped association between thyroidstimulating
hormone (TSH) and hypertensive disorders of pregnancy in some reports, we decided
to investigate the effect of levothyroxine treatment on GH and PE in pregnant women
with subclinical hypothyroidism (SGH), overt hypothyroidism (OH), and autoimmune thyroid
diseases.

Methods:

Google Scholar and databases, such as ProQuest, Medline, Cochrane Library, ScienceDirect,
and Scopus were searched electronically for clinical trials and observational studies
using the following search terms: (("levothyroxine" OR "LT4" OR "thyroxine supplementation")
AND ("subclinical hypothyroidism" OR "SCH" OR "thyroid peroxidase antibodies" OR "autoimmune
thyroid disease") AND ("pregnancy outcomes" OR "preeclampsia" OR "gestational hypertension"
OR "PIH")). Further, we investigated the impact of levothyroxine on the incidence
of GH and/or PE compared with control or placebo groups from April 4 to November 1, 2022.

Results:

After treatment with levothyroxine, the odd ratios (ORs) of GH and PE in subclinical
[OR = 1.03, 95% CI: (0.85, 1.25), I2 = 35.25%, P =0.78, OR = 1.02, 95% CI: (0.66,1.58), I2 =
46.86%, P =0.94, respectively] and overt hypothyroidism [OR=1.10, 95% CI: (0.70,1.71),
I2=38.44%, P =0.69, OR=1.32, 95% CI: (0.83, 2.09), I2=0.00%, P =0.24, respectively] were not
different from controls. Furthermore, this result was observed in studies that recruited women
with SCH and OH [OR=1.12, 95% CI: (0.58, 2.14), I2=92.74%, P =0.74, OR=0.51, 95% CI:
(0.15, 1.72), I2=97.30%, P =0.28, respectively]. Also, these studies compared thyroperoxidase
antibodies between TPOAb-positive participants with TPOAb-negative controls (OR=1.01, 95%
CI: (0.80, 1.28), I2=0.00%, P =0.90). However, LT4 reduced the risk of GH in TPOAb+ women
compared with untreated TPOAb+ (OR=0.43, 95% CI: (0.30, 0.62), I2=0.00%, P =0.00).

Conclusion:

After LT4 therapy, the incidence rates of GH and PE in any form of hypothyroidism
were not significantly different from controls. However, the reduction of GH in women with
TPOAb+ who used levothyroxine needs further consideration.
A Comparative Analysis of COVID-19-Associated and Non-COVID-19-Associated Mucormycosis
Authors: Kömür Süheyla , Candevira Aslıhan , İnala Ayşe Seza , Kuşcua Ferit , Kurtarana Behice , Memişoğlub Funda , Karaoğlanc İlkay , Taşovaa Yeşim
Published: February 2025

Background:

COVID-19-associated Mucormycosis (CAM) has emerged as a significant
complication during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, there is a lack of comprehensive
comparative studies with non-COVID-associated mucormycosis (NCM).

Objective:

This study aims to compare the clinical characteristics, risk factors, and outcomes of
CAM and NCM to enhance the understanding and management of these infections, particularly
during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Method:

A retrospective multicenter study was conducted at Cukurova University, Malatya İnönü
University, and Gaziantep University. We analyzed and compared cases of CAM and NCM diagnosed
between January 2018 and February 2022. Data were collected from the infectious diseases
and clinical microbiology departments, including demographic details, underlying conditions,
treatment regimens, and outcomes.

Results:

A total of 38 cases were analyzed, with 21 cases of COVID-19-associated mucormycosis
(CAM) and 17 cases of non-COVID-19-associated mucormycosis (NCM). The key findings of the
study were as follows: CAM was strongly associated with corticosteroid use (p<0.001) and diabetes
(p=0.001), while NCM cases were more frequently linked to malignancy and neutropenia
(p<0.05). Clinically, CAM cases had a higher incidence of cavernous sinus involvement and bone
destruction (p=0.003) compared to NCM cases. However, there was no significant difference in
overall survival between the CAM and NCM groups (p=0.201).

Conclusion:

The study highlights the critical role of corticosteroid use and diabetes as prominent
risk factors for CAM. Timely diagnosis and intervention are essential to prevent severe complications,
such as cavernous sinus involvement and bone destruction. These findings emphasize the
need for tailored management strategies for CAM in the context of COVID-19, with particular attention
to these risk factors.
COVID-19 Lockdown and Mental Health Consequences among Farming Households in Nigeria
Authors: Olowogbon Toyin Samuel , Yoder Aaron Moses , Adebisi Luke Oloruntoba
Published: February 2025

Aims

This study examined the mental health consequences of the COVID-19 lockdown among farming households in rural Nigeria.

Method

A structured questionnaire was utilised to elicit information from 585 crop farmers across four States in Nigeria. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and binary logistic regression.

Result

The mean age of respondents was 44 years, with an average farming experience of 21 years. The average farm size was found to be 2.4 hectares. About 56% of the respondents were able to identify COVID-19-induced farm business stress. About 70% reported they had experienced income loss due to the COVID-19 lockdown. About 54% of the respondents self-reported COVID-19-induced mental health stress. About 74% reported experiencing mental health effects in the form of headaches, 48% said anxiety, 44% reported worry, and 41% reported depression. Self-reported mental health coping strategies include rest (63%), social gathering (57%), religious gathering (52%), and the use of drugs (40%). Males were 3.7 times more likely to experience COVID-19-induced mental health issues from their farm business than their female counterparts. Single respondents were 2.44 times more likely to experience COVID-19-induced mental health issues from their farm business than their married counterparts. We also documented that households with larger family sizes had lower mental health stress. We also found that respondents with higher incomes had lower mental health stress.

Conclusion

We concluded that most farming households experienced COVID-19-induced mental health stress. Targeted mental health campaigns, support, and intervention are recommended to help farmers address mental health stressors.
MicroRNA-Mediated Regulation of Cancer Stem Cells: Implications for Radioresistance and Chemoresistance in Cancer Treatment
Authors: Loganathbabu Vasanth Kanth Thasma , Ganesh Harin N , Gor Ravi , Aruljothi Kandasamy Nagarajan , Ramalingam Satish
Published: February 2025

MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are a class of noncoding RNAs that regulate gene expression in
cancer cells and Cancer Stem Cells (CSCs), and play an indispensable role in the development of
resistance to radiotherapy and chemotherapy in cancer treatment. The dysregulation of miRNAs in
CSCs plays a vital role in influencing the features of CSCs and their resistance mechanisms in
different forms of cancer. These miRNAs are also engaged in regulating important signaling pathways,
such as Notch and Wnt, which have an impact on the behavior of CSCs and their response to
treatment. The intricate network of miRNAs and their interactions with essential proteins and major
pathways highlight their potential as therapeutic targets for controlling cancer stem cell behavior
and improving the outcomes of cancer therapy by understanding their effects. Comprehending the
complex relationship among the production of microRNA, the environment surrounding the tumor,
and the processes by which cells communicate can provide vital knowledge for developing successful
treatments to overcome resistance to chemotherapy and radiation in cancer therapy.
An Overview of the Phytopharmacological Characteristics of Urochloa Distachya (L.) and Selected Forage Grasses (Poaceae)
Authors: Dash Smrutiranjan , S Rajasekaran , Hota Raghunandan , Mohanty Arnabaditya , Das Chandan
Published: February 2025

Background:

The Poaceae families make up the majority of crops and animal feed. We
address a comprehensive analysis of the phytopharmacological characteristics of a few species
from the Poaceae family, including Urochloa distachya, Brachiaria decumbens, Brachiaria brizantha,
Eleusine indica, and others.

Objective:

The primary objective of this study was to offer detailed information on the phytocompounds
found in different parts of the plant and their pharmacological activities. Additionally, we
explored the previous pharmacological activity of these plants.

Methods:

A literature review was carried out up to 2023 using various academic databases including
Google Scholar, Scopus, Web of Science, Science Direct, Research Gate, PubMed, and
Springer.

Results:

All of the plants discussed above share the same morphological characteristics, such as
the presence of spikelets, racemes, lemma, and glume. The GC-MS analysis revealed that
petroleum ether of U. distachya contains 15 phytoconstituents. Methanolic leave extract of U. distachya
disclosed 26 phytoconstituents by GC-MS analysis. The cold extraction of the whole plant
of U. distachya exhibited 18 compounds from GC-MS analysis. The root exudates of B. humidicola
contain phytoconstituents which are collected hydroponically from root exudates by semi-preparative
HPLC method. Methanolic extract of B. brizantha, A. hybridus, and P. maximum grains
were found in Caffeic acid, Ferulic acid, p-coumaric acid, p-hydroxybenzoic acid, and Protocatechuic
acid. D. sanguinalis contains three isolated phytoconstituents veratric acid, maltol, and (-)-
loliolide. Chemical analyses of D. insularis extract fractions by LC-MS revealed the presence of
the flavones tricin and diosmetin. Megathyrsus maximus, B. brizantha, Urochloa ramosa, and D.
abyssinica contain the presence of secondary phytoconstituents.

Conclusion:

This study found and investigated the phytopharmacological properties of Poaceae
species. The Poaceae family is rich in bioactive compounds which exhibit significant pharmacological
activity like antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial properties. These findings
show that Poaceae plants can be used to provide new drugs and natural health products. Further research
is needed to determine these compounds' precise biological activities and mechanisms of
action.
Cancer Trends in the U.S. (2001–2024): Progress and Persistent Challenges in Incidence and Mortality with Insights into Future Prevention and
Treatment
Authors: Hussain Afzal , Hussain Ashfaq
Published: February 2025

This editorial explores the trends in incidence and mortality for cancer for the years
2001-2024, with special emphasis laid on some of the key public health as well as social implications.
It has been observed that new cases of cancer have been on the increase in the early years of
the 2000s, but the turnaround of the trend in mortality can be explained by major strides in the
field of diagnostics as well as treatment modalities, including immunotherapies and targeted therapies.
Even though the trend of increasing obesity-related cancers and persistent disparities in outcome
by race and socioeconomic status poses an ongoing challenge, projections for 2023 and
2024 show that the trend of incidence increases but stabilizes mortality. Such trends point to an
urgent need for an all-inclusive approach to prevention, early detection, and equitable access to
healthcare to prevent further burden of cancer on diverse populations.
Blessed Jerzy Popiełuszko as an Authority and Role Model for Contemporary Youth: A Reflection on the 40th Anniversary of His Martyrdom
Authors: Gocko Jerzy
Published: February 2025

This article explores the figure of Blessed Jerzy Popiełuszko as an authority and personal role model for contemporary youth, especially in the context of the fortieth anniversary of his martyrdom. The analysis employs an interdisciplinary methodology at the intersection of moral theology, pedagogy, and values sociology. The first section outlines the theoretical framework of authority, personal model, and imitation, focusing on their biblical, historical, and axiological underpinnings. It then discusses the main currents and socio-cultural transformations that have contributed to the contemporary crisis of authority. The central part of the study focuses on the biographical profile of Father Jerzy Popiełuszko, highlighting the key values in his teaching (truth, freedom, solidarity, human dignity, love, and courage) in the socio-political context of Poland in the 1980s. A comparative analysis of the axiological preferences of Polish youth and the values promulgated by the “Solidarity” chaplain confirms the hypothesis regarding the compatibility of these stances. In conclusion, the article argues that Father Popiełuszko’s example can provide an important reference point for the younger generation in shaping their identity and seeking authentic role models grounded in Christian values.
Jak kształtować tożsamość młodzieży, realizując projekt edukacyjny? Śladami zaginionej ciżemki po dawnym i współczesnym Krakowie
Authors: Pławecka Katarzyna
Published: February 2025

Publikacja została podporządkowana problematyce skupionej wokół propozycji czytania twórczości Antoniny Domańskiej w szkole podstawowej. Widoczna jest tutaj kontynuacja badań nad znaczącą rolą polonistycznej edukacji regionalnej, domagającej się odpowiedzi na pytanie: jak w wielokulturowym, globalnym świecie pomagać młodzieży szkolnej w „zakorzenianiu” się w konkretnej rzeczywistości topograficznej i społeczno-kulturowej? Potencjał dziedzictwa kulturowego regionu ukazany został na przykładzie powieści Historia żółtej ciżemki Antoniny Domańskiej, która, opierając się na faktach, opowiada dzieje złotego trzewika znalezionego za ołtarzem w kościele Mariackim. Literacki obraz Krakowa dopełniają wybitne postaci historyczne i jednocześnie wzorce osobowe dla współczesnych uczniów, tj.: król Kazimierz Jagiellończyk w otoczeniu rodziny królewskiej, Jan Długosz – słynny kronikarz, Szymon z Lipnicy – zakonnik oo. bernardynów – przyszły święty, Wit Stwosz – wielki artysta, rzeźbiarz monumentalnego ołtarza w kościele Mariackim. Opisane działania projektowe, realizowane w klasie i w ramach wycieczki polonistycznej po Krakowie, stanowią propozycję „czytania” Krakowa jako miejsca szczególnie wartościowego, symbolu polskości utrwalonego w literaturze i kulturze, widzianego także z perspektywy współczesnej młodzieży szkolnej i akademickiej.
Authors’ Reply: “Adolescent Cocreation in Digital Health: From Passive Subjects to Active Stakeholders” (Preprint)
Authors: Lewis Callum C , Taba Melody , Allen Tiffany B , Caldwell Patrina H.Y , Skinner S Rachel , Kang Melissa , Henderson Hamish , Bray Liam , Borthwick Madeleine , Collin Philippa , McCaffery Kirsten , Scott Karen M
Published: February 2025

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Identifikasi Praktik Ecolodge di Indonesia Berdasarkan Prinsip Ekowisata: Studi Literatur
Authors: Azzahra Puteri Raysa , E. Nabilah Rizka , P. Ismarini Pratami , A. Nadya Karina , Khairiyah Yulistighasatil , Furqan Alhilal
Published: February 2025

The increase in ecotourism destinations encourages the growth of ecolodge practices, which are a form of lodging accommodation offered to tourists. As an important component of ecotourism, ecolodge practices must also comply with ecotourism principles. Therefore, the identification of ecolodge practices needs to be done to be able to assess their suitability with ecotourism principles which include nature-based, sustainability, education and research, and moral imperatives. This identification was carried out on four ecolodges under the auspices of Ecolodge Indonesia qualitatively through website searches and literature studies. The basis for the assessment used in this identification is by looking at the performance of the best ecolodges in the world, hereinafter referred to as best practices. Based on the identification results, in general the four ecolodges under Ecolodge Indonesia have implemented best practices in accordance with ecotourism principles. Even so, there are still improvements that need to be made to increase the suitability of ecolodge practices with ecotourism principles, such as the use of environmentally friendly raw materials and the transparency of profit sharing with local communities. The identification results also show that differences in social, cultural, and ecological conditions of the four ecolodges are the cause of differences in the implementation of the ecotourism principles applied.
Problemas psicológicos internalizados y externalizados en adultos jóvenes de Quito, Ecuador
Authors: Díaz-Mosquera Elena , Merlyn MarieFrance , Latorre Grace , Orbe Cristina
Published: February 2025

Los problemas psicológicos involucran un amplio espectro de conductas internalizadas y externalizadas que afectan a la población. Los problemas internalizados aluden a alteraciones emocionales, mientras que los externalizados hacen referencia al ámbito conductual. En función de ello, el objetivo del presente estudio fue explorar el tipo de problemas psicológicos internalizados y externalizados que se presentan en mujeres y hombres universitarios que se encuentran cursando sus estudios en dos instituciones de educación superior de Quito, Ecuador. Participaron 553 universitarios, 42 % hombres y 58 % mujeres de 18 a 25 años (M = 20.79; DE = 2.07). Como instrumento, se utilizó la versión en español del Adult Self Report (ASR). Los resultados demostraron que los problemas internalizados reportados por las mujeres eran significativamente mayores que los de los varones y que los problemas externalizados se presentaban en ambos sexos, con conductas asociadas a estereotipos de género. En referencia al consumo de sustancias, no hubo diferencia en el reporte de ambos sexos en el uso de drogas, pero sí en cuanto a alcohol y tabaco, cuya incidencia fue mayor entre los hombres. Estos resultados demuestran la necesidad de implementar programas de promoción, prevención e intervención contextualizados al medio dirigidos a adultos jóvenes.
“Mayores en red”: integración digital de personas mayores. El caso de Santa Fe, Argentina (2021-2023)
Authors: Billoud Lucía Viviana
Published: February 2025

El presente artículo tiene como objetivo analizar el contexto de surgimiento e implementación de la política pública denominada “Mayores en red”, orientada a brindar capacitaciones en el uso de las tecnologías de la comunicación y la información (TIC) para reducir la brecha digital, social y generacional que atraviesa a las vejeces. Dicho programa fue desarrollado por la Dirección de Personas Mayores de la Provincia de Santa Fe, Argentina, durante el período 2021-2023 en el contexto de pandemia mundial por COVID-19, momento en el cual la presencia física y social se encontró profundamente restringida debido a la posibilidad del contagio, lo que significó en las personas mayores un sólido impacto en su vida cotidiana. Las conclusiones muestran que estos espacios educativos son necesarios para la inclusión digital de las vejeces, sin embargo, es preciso implementar un diseño y planificación de evaluación continua que permita el desarrollo de un plan estratégico global.
LA SUBESTIMACIÓN DEL TAMAÑO DE LA ECONOMÍA INFORMAL EN REGIONES DE COLOMBIA
Authors: Rodríguez Soto Julián Ricardo , Acevedo Amorocho Alejandro , Restrepo Sierra Luis Hernando
Published: February 2025

La economía informal, considerada una problemática global, genera distorsiones significativas en el desarrollo económico, especialmente en regiones menos desarrolladas. Esta investigación se centra en explorar elementos cruciales para estimar el tamaño de este fenómeno en regiones no capitales de Colombia, identificando rasgos de subestimación. La metodología abarca un alcance exploratorio basado en revisión teórica, utilizando herramientas como la OIT, el Método Mimic, y métodos de medición con indicadores conexos, aplicados en México y Europa y que, aunque adoptados en algunos países latinoamericanos, los resultados han sido limitados. El estudio culmina con un enfoque cuantitativo y evaluativo, generando nuevos indicadores para mejorar la estimación de la economía informal y comprender el comportamiento de este sector en las regiones colombianas. Las métricas actuales no logran precisar la dinámica de dicho sector, y este enfoque cuantitativo aporta a la comprensión más profunda de su comportamiento. Este trabajo contribuye a la discusión sobre cómo abordar y medir la economía informal, proporcionando una base más sólida para la formulación de políticas y estrategias económicas en contextos específicos.
A ATUAÇÃO DO BANCO CENTRAL BRASILEIRO E DO BNDES DURANTE A PANDEMIA DE COVID-19
Authors: De Oliveira Alberto
Published: February 2025

O objetivo deste trabalho foi avaliar as medidas adotadas pelo Banco Central e pelo Banco Nacional de Desenvolvimento Econômico e Social (BNDES) para atenuar os efeitos decorrentes da crise da covid-19, com base na discussão sobre a importância dos bancos públicos, não apenas como instrumentos para a correção de falhas de mercado, mas, igualmente, como condutores do desenvolvimento econômico. A metodologia está baseada na análise dos programas governamentais e nos desembolsos dos bancos públicos, sobretudo do BNDES, além da atuação do Banco Central, tendo como pano de fundo as transformações em curso no mercado financeiro, no contexto macroeconômico e no equilíbrio das forças no governo federal. O estudo mostrou o papel relevante dos bancos públicos para o aumento de crédito para empresas financeiras e não-financeiras e no suporte para entidades de saúde, a despeito do adverso contexto econômico e político.
RESPUESTA DEL MERCADO BURSÁTIL PERUANO A EFECTOS DEL CONTAGIO FINANCIERO DURANTE LA PANDEMIA COVID-19
Authors: Chambi Condori Pedro Pablo , Chambi Vásquez Miriam
Published: February 2025

Esta investigación tuvo como objetivo analizar el efecto de la pandemia ocasionada por la COVID-19 en la presencia de contagio financiero y la respuesta del mercado bursátil peruano ante los impulsos ocurridos en los mercados bursátiles de varios países emergentes como respuesta a la crisis sanitaria por la COVID-19. También realiza un análisis comparativo de los efectos de la volatilidad en tiempos de pre- y post- pandemia. La metodología utilizada aplicó modelos de correlación dinámica y de vectores autorregresivos sobre las series de tiempo diarias de índices bursátiles entre enero de 2005 y diciembre 2022. Se estimaron correlaciones dinámicas condicionadas y el sentido de causalidad de Granger. Como resultado, se evidenció el incremento significativo del índice de correlación dinámica en el periodo de crisis respecto a periodos prepandemia e, incluso, superiores al periodo de la crisis financiera americana de 2008. Además, se estimó la causalidad a niveles óptimos de rezagos y las respuestas del mercado bursátil peruano como evidencias empíricas de contagio financiero. Esta investigación es importante para la política monetaria en el Perú, para la fijación de precios en el mercado de acciones y la diversidad de opciones en la estructuración de portafolios de inversión con activos financieros internacionales que buscan eficiencia en la gestión de riesgos y retornos.
VIABILIDAD ECONÓMICA DE LOS SISTEMAS AGRIVOLTAICOS EN COLOMBIA
Authors: Salamanca Falla Carlos Harvey , Babativa Torres Juan Sebastian , Bahamon Sáenz Andrés David
Published: February 2025

Un sistema agrivoltaico es un enfoque estratégico e innovador para combinar la energía renovable con la producción agrícola. En la literatura, muchos estudios describen las ventajas de los sistemas agrivoltaicos desde diferentes puntos de vista. Sin embargo, se necesita un análisis más profundo de estos sistemas para comprender su viabilidad económica y su compatibilidad con los principales cultivos agrícolas en Colombia, como por ejemplo el cultivo de café. Es por esta razón que se realizó una revisión literaria con el fin de determinar el estado actual de esta tecnología en Colombia y determinar su viabilidad, así como definir los principales beneficios que genera este sistema. Se realizó un análisis de la implementación en otros países y posterior a eso se realizaron los supuestos para determinar costos y estimar la rentabilidad de este basados en la simulación de un caso de estudio. Como resultados de la investigación se obtiene que en los diseños propuestos para el sistema agrivoltaico, la rentabilidad esperada es positiva de hasta 9 %, con una recuperación de la inversión a mediano plazo. Esto presenta una gran aproximación a la implementación de sistemas agrivoltaicos en el Huila y su compatibilidad con el cultivo de café.
NÍVEL DE EMPREGO FORMAL E TRÁFICO DE DROGAS NO ESTADO DE MINAS GERAIS, BRASIL
Authors: Nascimento Augusto Silva , Camargos Teixeira Evandro
Published: February 2025

O tráfico de drogas é uma modalidade criminal com elevada incidência no Brasil, contribuindo para o elevado sentimento de insegurança por parte da população, sendo objeto de estudo de diversas Ciências, dentre elas as Ciências Econômicas. Nesse contexto, o presente estudo analisou a relação entre o nível de emprego no setor formal e o tráfico de drogas, considerando o período 2013-2017 no estado de Minas Gerais, segundo estado mais populoso do país e cuja diversidade regional ilustra a realidade dos diferentes estados brasileiros. Para tal fim, utilizou-se um modelo econométrico com dados em painel dinâmico, cuja fonte de dados foi o Índice Mineiro de Responsabilidade Social (IMRS). Como principal resultado, verificou-se que a elevação da taxa de emprego no setor formal reduz a taxa de tráfico de drogas em Minas Gerais, dada a estabilidade dessa forma de trabalho e a consequente garantia do recebimento de renda.
VENTAJAS PERCIBIDAS Y FACTORES INFLUYENTES DE LA IMPLEMENTACIÓN DEL COMERCIO ELECTRÓNICO EN EMPRESAS COLOMBIANAS
Authors: Corrales-Liévano Juan David , Camargo Mayorga David Andrés
Published: February 2025

El objetivo del presente artículo es explorar la relación existente entre las ventajas percibidas y los factores influyentes de la implementación del comercio electrónico (EC). Para tal propósito se trabajó con una muestra de 68 empresas de Colombia que hacen EC. A estas se les aplicó un cuestionario en línea con veinte ítems que fueron agrupados en dos constructos: factores influyentes y ventajas percibidas. El análisis de los datos se hizo mediante la modelación de ecuaciones estructurales con el uso del método de mínimos cuadrados parciales (pls-sem), con la cual se comprobó la hipótesis de que los factores influyentes para la decisión de implementar EC están relacionados de forma directa con las ventajas percibidas. Además, se probó que los dos constructos son consistentes con la teoría y con las mediciones del modelo estructural. Los hallazgos obtenidos sirven para robustecer el acervo teórico de la investigación sobre EC, y tienen implicaciones en el campo empresarial.
CICLO ECONÓMICO Y LUCHA DE CLASES EN PARAGUAY. APROXIMACIONES PARA UNA DISCUSIÓN DESDE EL MARXISMO
Authors: González Cáceres Alhelí , Yampey Díaz Omar Thadeo
Published: February 2025

Este artículo analiza la relación entre las fluctuaciones en el ciclo de la economía paraguaya, sus expresiones en el terreno de la lucha de clases y las diferentes formas de la acción política de la clase obrera. Se inicia caracterizando la formación social paraguaya como un espacio nacional de acumulación en el que el ciclo de los capitales que operan en el territorio constituye un patrón de reproducción primario exportador que expresa características propias de las economías dependientes. Para la realización del estudio se definió el periodo que, si bien abarca desde los años 2000 a 2023, también incorpora brevemente los aspectos socioeconómicos y políticas de la primera década de transición democrática para explicar la base del despliegue del agronegocio considerando el boom de las commodities para pasar a comprender el proceso actual de ralentización y reconfiguración en el patrón agroexportador en un contexto de endeudamiento sostenido y aplicación de políticas de ajuste estructural.
CRECIMIENTO DEL EMPLEO Y CAÍDA DE LOS SALARIOS EN LA ARGENTINA: ¿COYUNTURA POST-COVID O EXPRESIÓN DE VIEJOS PROBLEMAS ESTRUCTURALES?
Authors: Fernández Massi Mariana , Pérez Pablo Ernesto
Published: February 2025

El presente artículo tiene como objetivo analizar la paradoja observada en el período Post-pandemia, donde se evidencia un crecimiento del empleo y la actividad económica, pero una caída de los salarios y un empobrecimiento de los trabajadores. Para ello, se examina la evolución del empleo y los salarios entre 2011 y 2023, y se destacan las características estructurales del funcionamiento de la economía argentina. La metodología empleada incluye un análisis de las estadísticas laborales y macroeconómicas disponibles, así como una revisión de los estudios clásicos sobre la relación entre el nivel de empleo, los salarios y el equilibrio externo, y un análisis contemporáneo sobre la dinámica reciente de la economía argentina. Se concluye que, a pesar del crecimiento del empleo, las tensiones estructurales latentes y su combinación con transformaciones en el mundo del trabajo redundan en un empeoramiento de la calidad de vida de las y los trabajadores argentinos.
EXPANSIÓN DEL TURISMO: VALORIZACIÓN INMOBILIARIA Y RENTA PERIURBANA EN LA QUEBRADA DE HUMAHUACA. JUJUY, ARGENTINA
Authors: Braticevic Sergio
Published: February 2025

La compleja dinámica del mercado inmobiliario puede entenderse a partir del estudio de la renta de la tierra, a través de sus diferentes modalidades. Así, los distintos tipos de renta se constituyen como herramientas fundamentales para la compresión del avance de la frontera inmobiliaria. Para el caso de la Quebrada de Humahuaca, la declaración de patrimonio por la unesco en 2003 aceleró el proceso de valorización de la tierra en el plano espacio-temporal, situación que facilitó beneficios para el turismo y para quienes poseían bienes inmuebles. De este modo, el principal propósito del texto es identificar la articulación entre las ganancias obtenidas por medio de las rentas periurbanas, respecto del crecimiento de los servicios turísticos y el incremento de los valores de la tierra. Para ello, se reconstruyeron series de precios a lo largo de veinte años, a efectos de documentar los aumentos de los valores en dólares, que superan a las sucesivas devaluaciones y al creciente proceso inflacionario. En este sentido, se verificaron dos resultados: las enormes brechas generadas en ámbitos de transición periurbanos, que se tradujeron en rentas periurbanas; proceso estimulado por el notable crecimiento de los precios inmobiliarios que, a su vez, se retroalimentó con la expansión del turismo.
SUPEREXPLOTACIÓN DE LA FUERZA DE TRABAJO EN EL CAPITALISMO DEPENDIENTE: EL CASO DE BRASIL
Authors: Nogueira Camilla
Published: February 2025

Este estudio analiza el uso de la fuerza de trabajo en Brasil entre 2010 y 2023, centrándose en los mecanismos de superexplotación, que son: prolongación de la jornada de trabajo, aumento de la intensidad del trabajo y expropiación de parte del trabajo necesario al obrero para reponer su fuerza de trabajo. El análisis se basa en las categorías analizadas por Ruy Mauro Marini, quien relaciona las condiciones de trabajo en los países dependientes con su posición subordinada en la economía mundial y la transferencia de plusvalía e indicadores sociales y económicos, para evaluar las condiciones de trabajo. De esta manera, el presente artículo demuestra cómo los mecanismos de superexplotación conducen al acentuado agotamiento de los/las trabajadores/as, por medio de la remuneración por debajo de su valor, e indica que la Reforma Laboral (2017) ha contribuido a aumentar la superexplotación, permitiendo un aumento de la jornada laboral a través de contratos intermitentes, reduciendo la remuneración de los trabajos a tiempo parcial e intensificando el ritmo de trabajo con reducción de intervalos. Finalmente, la investigación concluye que la superexplotación en Brasil no es solo consecuencia de las crisis económicas internas, sino también resultado de presiones impuestas por el mercado mundial.
Digital Fencing for Farms: Enhancing Object Detection through Multi-Dataset Integration
Authors: Quintiliano de Oliveira Ferreira Juliana , Silva Lucas , L. Gomes Thiago , Melo Silva Michel
Published: February 2025

Security in farm areas is a critical concern due to the risks posed by wild animal invasions, farm animals straying, and unauthorized human entry. Conventional object detection models, often trained on urban or context-specific datasets, frequently underperform in farm settings. To address this, our study investigates the integration of multi-datasets to enhance object detection for digital fences, thereby improving farm security. We propose a method to effectively utilize multi-datasets, even when they do not have the same classes, ensuring comprehensive coverage of all required categories. The proposed SmartClass methodology achieved more robust and adaptable detection approaches, suitable for agricultural environments, with considerable increases in recall, mAP50, and mAP50-95 metrics compared to models trained without the methodology. The code and data are available at github.com/MaVILab-UFV/Digital-Fencing-WVC-2024.
Aplicación Del Modelo Speaking De Dell Hymes Para El Fortalecimiento De Las Competencias Comunicativas En El Enfoque De Escuela Nueva
Authors: Cáceres-Ramón Dayra Silvana , Cáceres-Cortés Henry José , Ramón-Durán Rosmira del Rosario
Published: February 2025

El presente estudio analizó las dinámicas emergentes de la aplicación del modelo SPEAKING de Dell Hymes para le mejora de las competencias comunicativas de los estudiantes de la Escuela "La Paradita" del Municipio de Mutiscua, Norte de Santander, bajo el Enfoque de Escuela Multigrado. Para el cumplimiento del objetivo, se diseñaron actividades referentes a los aspectos de la comunicación en el aula, secuenciados a través de una serie de micro didácticas para aplicar actividades relacionadas con cada una de los elementos que contiene el modelo SPEAKING (SITUACIÓN, PARTICIPANTES, FINES, SECUENCIAS DE ACTOS, CLAVE, INSTRUMENTOS Y NORMAS). Se desarrollaron una serie de actividades específicas articuladas con los fundamentos del modelo, con el fin de proporcionar herramientas prácticas y contextualizadas para afianzar las habilidades comunicativas en el entorno educativo mencionado. La metodología se basó en el paradigma cualitativo, utilizando instrumentos de recolección de la información propios de este enfoque.Los resultados obtenidos en la investigación posibilitaron nuevas condiciones comunicacionales como consecuencia del desarrollo de las actividades contenidos en las micro-didácticas.
Memórias da imoralidade
Authors: Dias Gabriela Maciel , Junqueira João Francisco Pereira Nunes , Silva Rafaela Ribeiro Almada da
Published: February 2025

O presente trabalho busca explicitar as nuances de obras permeadas pela temática LGBTQIA+ e fornecer novos olhares sobre romances de alta literatura que sofrem com a negação, censura e rejeição de possuírem qualquer teor do tema. Ao analisar O Imoralista de André Gide e O Retrato de Dorian Gray de Oscar Wilde, sob vieses científicos e sociais, além de realizar uma leitura sob perspectivas sincrônicas e diacrônicas, pretende-se não apenas prover uma discussão teórico-analítica, mas também levar o produto da análise adiante para um lugar de informação acessível e torná-lo objeto de conscientização sobre todo o pânico que envolveu esta literatura.
TRANSGRESSÃO DE ALBA VALDEZ AO SOCIALMENTE IMPOSTO E SUA LUTA PELA LIBERDADE E PELOS DIREITOS DAS MULHERES
Authors: Lopes Brenda Lima dos Santos , Rabelo Câmara Yls
Published: February 2025

Alba Valdez, uma intelectual cearense vanguardista, ergueu-se como uma das vozes mais proeminentes na luta pelos direitos das mulheres em seu contexto oitocentista e novecentista. Suas lutas, aliadas à sua profusa contribuição literária em tempos mais misóginos do cenário cultural nordestino, resultaram em desaprovação por parte de seus pares masculinos e na subsequente obnubilação de sua figura e importância. Contudo, com as incansáveis e constantes batalhas por igualdade de direitos e liberdade femininas, seu nome foi sendo trazido à luz, a partir dos porões do esquecimento onde se encontrava, e inspirando novas conquistas no campo do feminismo e da Literatura Produzida por Mulheres. Baseando-nos em teóricos basilares como Carvalho (2008), Duarte (2018) e Souza (2021), analisamos Alba Valdez neste artigo tendo por foco suas transgressões em prol da liberdade e da igualdade de direitos de suas congêneres. Concluímos que estudá-la é cada vez mais necessário, especialmente em tempos de intolerância violenta para com o elemento feminino, como é esse que hoje, infelizmente, vivenciamos.
“A ESCADA”, DE NATÉRCIA CAMPOS
Authors: Magalhães Neto Francisco Roque , Câmara Yls Rabelo
Published: February 2025

Esta revisão de bibliografia é uma pesquisa básica, exploratória e de abordagem qualitativa que tem como escopo analisar a importância do espaço e objeto escada na construção de “A Escada”, o conto inaugural dessa escritora que apenas se permitiu explorar o universo das letras no outono de seus dias. Seus escritos espelham uma dimensão espiritual que a conectam com sua ancestralidade e com as histórias que ouviu e que leu desde a infância. Mesmo apresentando características sui generis em seu fazer literário, Natércia Campos sofreu certa dose de apagamento se a comparamos com seu pai, Moreira Campos, e com outras escritoras contemporâneas a ela, mas que pertenciam ao âmbito do Sudeste-Sul do país, sendo mais visibilizadas do que ela e, portanto, sendo mais conhecidas e reconhecidas. Para tratar dos temas aqui trazidos, amparamo-nos em estudiosas e estudiosos basilares da área e concluímos que esse artigo, juntamente aos outros deste dossiê, soma esforços no sentido de trazer à luz escritoras grandiosas do cenário nordestino, mas que, por desventura, foram silenciadas, apagadas ou ostracizadas pelo Cânone Literário Brasileiro, permanecendo ou não neste limbo/entrelugar. No caso de Natércia Campos, por pouco tempo, mas o suficiente para prejudicar sua trajetória literária em ascensão.
FETICHISMO COMO O POSSÍVEL DO DESEJO NO AROMA INCESTUOSO DE "O PERFUME DE ROBERTA", DE RINALDO DE FERNANDES
Authors: Silva Frederico de Lima , Rodrigues Hermano de França
Published: February 2025

Embora a noção de fetiche já se encontrasse presente no itinerário humano desde a Idade Média, ligada ao adjetivo em latim facticius, “fabricado” ou “coisa feita”, a associação enquanto termo é creditada ao escritor francês Charles De Brosses, a partir da observação de práticas religiosas comuns nas costas da África Ocidental, comumente denominadas pelos viajantes europeus dos séculos XVI e XVIII como feitiço, ganhando a conotação degenerescente após o seu resgate, em 1887, pelo psicólogo francês Alfred Binet (1857-1911) e, posteriormente, pela sexologia do século XIX. Apropriado por Sigmund Freud desde os momentos iniciais de sua teoria da mente, o fetichismo permanece sendo um componente das perversões e parafilias sexuais, mas também é reconhecido como um aspecto multifacetado e presente na dinâmica “normal” da sexualidade humana. Em seu conto “O Perfume de Roberta”, publicado em uma coletânea de mesmo nome, Rinaldo de Fernandes nos apresenta um protagonista que faz do fetiche um argumento para viabilização do seu desejo incestuoso. Tendo como baldrame teórico a teoria psicanalítica, o presente artigo busca elucidar o itinerário perverso do personagem de Fernandes, de modo que a análise dos códigos nos permita observar como o fetichismo aponta para a plasticidade no modo como lidamos com a angústia, a sexualidade e a busca incessante pelo prazer.
SOB O SIGNO DE EROS
Authors: Silva Zenil Josefa da
Published: February 2025

Este estudo propõe fazer uma análise de trechos do romance Eu receberia as piores notícias de seus lindos lábios, de Marçal Aquino, seguindo a trajetória amorosa de Cauby e Lavínia, adotando a fundamentação teórica de Roland Barthes, em sua obra Fragmentos de um discurso amoroso (1981). Para esta finalidade, elegemos as seguintes figuras: o rapto, o encontro, a espera, e o corpo do outro; e, em seguida, selecionamos fragmentos do discurso do casal de enamorados, condizentes com as figuras barthesianas. Procuramos mesclar também a história de Eros e Psique ao discurso amoroso do casal romanesco.  Para tanto, confrontamos a condição de sujeito/objeto de Cauby e Lavínia com o mito de Eros e Psique para apontar que Marçal Aquino estabelece uma inversão do sujeito/objeto, estilhaçando a estrutura do mito tradicional. Este estudo teve como base teórica Barthes (1981, 2015), Bataille (1987), Brandão (2012), Bulfinch (2002), e outros.
Exploring the Impact of Board Composition, Ownership Structure and Dividend Policy on IDX80 Companies: A Study of the Indonesian Stock Exchange
Authors: Prawestri Adhelia Desi , Nurariska Novita
Published: February 2025

This study examines the influence of board composition (board size and frequency of board meetings) and ownership structure (state, institutional, managerial, family, and foreign ownership) on dividend policy. The independent variables include board size, frequency of board meetings, and various ownership structures, while the dependent variable is dividend policy. The sample comprises companies listed on the IDX80 index of the Indonesia Stock Exchange from 2019 to 2022. Using unbalanced panel data, the analysis spans four years and includes 117 companies. The data is secondary, sourced from the annual reports of these companies. Logistic regression analysis, conducted using Eviews 10, was applied to test the hypotheses. The findings reveal that board size has a positive impact on dividend policy, whereas the frequency of board meetings, state ownership, institutional ownership, managerial ownership, family ownership, and foreign ownership do not significantly affect dividend policy
Effect of Direct Fed Microbials on Body Weight, Nutreint Intake and Nutrient Digestibility in Sheep
Authors: Dangi Rahul K. , Shekh Makbul A. , Modi Rakesh J. , Patel Ashish C. , Agravat Priyam H. , Rathod Sunil V.
Published: February 2025

The present study was conducted during mid May to July, 2023 (70 days) at Animal Nutrition Research Station, College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Kamdhenu University, Anand, Gujarat (388001), India to investigate the effect of direct fed microbials on nutrient intake and digestibility in adult Sheep. Twenty adult sheep, which were apparently healthy, of nearly the same body weight were used. The experiment was conducted in two phases: in-vitro study to decide the level of DFM and in-vivo study. The results of in vitro study showed, significantly (p<0.05) higher IVDMD (49.55%) at 2% level of DFM. Thus, an additional in-vivo investigation was carried out at the 2% DFM level on DM basis. The sheep were allotted into two equal groups, both groups T1 and T2 were fed compound concentrate mixture and roughage in conventional farm feeding, additionally treatment group (T2) was supplemented with 2% DFM. During experimental period the animals were weighed at biweekly interval. The weight gain was not differed significantly in both the groups. The average daily DMI of experimental animals was significantly lower in T2 as compared to T1 group, respectively. The study revealed no adverse effect of DFM on dry matter and other nutrient intakes. The digestion trial was conducted on all the twenty experimental sheep once during the experimental period. The digestibility coefficient (%) of crude protein was significantly higher in treatment group T2 as compared to control T1 group. Digestibility of DM, OM, EE, CF, ADF, NDF and hemicellulose was not affected by 2% of DFM supplementation in feed over the control diet.
Screening of Wheat Genotypes with Heat Susceptibility Indices for Yield and it Attributing Characters under Different Sowing Conditions
Authors: Kumar V. Umesh , Hazra Soham , Gorai Shouvik , Maji Anirban , Ali Nasim , Pal Anjan Kumar
Published: February 2025

An experiment was conducted during rabi (November–April of 2017–2018, 2018–2019) at AB-Block Farm, Kalyani, Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya (B.C.K.V.), Nadia, and West Bengal, India to study the heat stress on wheat genotypes by identifying parents and its promising crosses on the basis of mean performance and heat susceptibility index. In the experiment, Heat susceptible indices (HSI) was used as criteria for evaluation and selection of genotypes under heat stress conditions and studied yield attributing characters of late sown (E2) in comparison of timely sown environment (E1) and very late sown (E3) in comparison of timely sown environment (E1). Screening of thirty genotypes were done in three different dates of sowing, among thirty genotypes four genotypes namely HTSBWYT-17-004, HTSBWYT-17-0020, HTSBWYT-17-0027 and HTSBWYT-17-0049 were identified as potential on the basis of maximum number of traits like pollen fertility, number of grains spike-1, yield plant-1, number of tillers plant-1, number tillers square meter-1 and 1000 grain weight that associated with HSI less than one (<1). These four selected parents and two checks DBW-39, K-1006 were crossed in 6×6 half diallel fashion. All parents and F1 were evaluated in three different dates of sowing, among Fifteen F1, four stable F1 for thermal stress across the three environments were HTSBWYT-17-004×HTSBWYT-17-0020, HTSBWYT-17-0020×K-1006, HTSBWYT-17-0020×HT49 and HTSBWYT-17-0027×HTSBWYT-17-0049 as these cross combinations recorded maximum number of traits associated with HSI less than one (<1).