bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Desafíos éticos de la Inteligencia Artificial en la personalización del aprendizaje
Authors: Aparicio-Gómez Oscar-Yecid , Cortés Gallego Mauricio Antonio
Published: July 2024

La Inteligencia Artificial (IA) ha emergido como una fuerza transformadora en múltiples aspectos de la sociedad contemporánea, incluyendo la educación. A pesar de sus promesas de personalizar el aprendizaje y mejorar los resultados educativos, su implementación plantea desafíos éticos significativos. Este artículo explora tales desafíos, focalizándose en la equidad educativa, el empoderamiento del estudiante, la construcción de confianza en los sistemas de IA, la protección de datos personales y la preservación de la diversidad educativa. Aunque la IA ofrece la capacidad de adaptar la enseñanza a las necesidades personales, existe el riesgo de amplificar desigualdades preexistentes debido a disparidades en el acceso a la tecnología y recursos educativos, o de una dependencia excesiva de la tecnología. La reflexión ética y la implementación de políticas adecuadas son fundamentales para maximizar los beneficios de la IA mientras se mitigan sus posibles repercusiones negativas en el ámbito educativo.
Prácticas de Creación de conocimiento y los diferentes tipos de “ba” en el programa de “Aprende en Casa con Maloka”
Authors: Blanco-Valbuena Carlos
Published: July 2024

En la búsqueda de certezas sobre el comportamiento del Centro Interactivo-Maloka en Bogotá, Colombia, en relación con la creación de conocimiento desde el enfoque de “ba” como espacio de conocimiento, nuestra intención es identificar los diferentes tipos de “ba” teniendo en cuenta la frecuencia y las estrategias que los reafirman en el diseño, desarrollo y contextualización del programa “Aprende en casa con Maloka”, en el cual participaron los investigadores del Centro de Ciencia, los empleados de la Secretaría de Educación, docentes, rectores, niños, niñas y familias de varias localidades de Bogotá. La importancia de este proyecto radica en las evidencias sobre las brechas de acceso a recursos educativos de calidad que fortalezcan y complementen los ambientes de aprendizaje, ya que estas brechas continúan siendo una necesidad latente en nuestro sistema educativo. Esta brecha se debe a que en Colombia se destina solo el 1,7% del gasto a la renovación y mejoramiento de la infraestructura, incluidos los recursos educativos para los ambientes de aprendizaje, mientras que en los demás países miembros de la OCDE se destina el 7%. Para la obtención de la información y los conocimientos, hemos utilizado entrevistas cualitativas y semiestructuradas en profundidad con los diferentes actores que participaron en todo el proceso. La operacionalización de la investigación se llevó a cabo sobre la base de la sistematización entre los elementos conceptuales, los aportes de los autores y las variables correspondientes que se presentan en la metodología. Según los hallazgos, encontramos diferentes tipos de “ba”, por ejemplo: Tipos y cantidad de ba originadores: reuniones cara a cara, formación y capacitación, reuniones sociales y espacios electrónicos informales; Tipos y cantidad de ba dialogantes: encuentros formales, comités, toma de decisiones estratégicas y desarrollo de estrategias; Tipos y cantidad de ba sistemáticos: espacios de comunicación electrónica; Tipos y cantidad de ba ejercidos: diseño para fortalecer las prácticas pedagógicas para la internalización y el aprendizaje, desarrollo de nuevos conceptos y recursos educativos, sistematización del proceso del programa Aprende en Casa con Maloka y desarrollo de actividades con los niños, niñas y familias.
Semilleros de educación de lenguas:
Authors: Bonilla Medina Ximena , Martínez Bohórquez Yiny Marcela
Published: July 2024

El campo educativo en lenguas ha sido dominado por perspectivas eurocéntricas que perpetúan desigualdades y discriminación, afectando tanto políticas como prácticas educativas. Se propone una investigación para examinar los semilleros de lenguas en una universidad pública, buscando entender cómo influyen en la formación investigativa desde una óptica de justicia social. Entrevistas a profesores y estudiantes revelaron tres categorías: la co-construcción formativa y la horizontalidad en las prácticas de los semilleros, la manifestación de injusticia social en estas prácticas, y cómo algunos miembros contrarrestan estas dinámicas con una visión esperanzadora de transformación. Este estudio destaca la necesidad de repensar y reformar las prácticas educativas en lenguas para promover la equidad y la inclusión, reconociendo la diversidad cultural y lingüística en el proceso de enseñanza-aprendizaje.
Association between vitamin D deficiency and serum lipid levels in a group of Romanian patients
Authors: Frențușcă Claudia , Babeș Katalin
Published: July 2024

Background and aims. Vitamin D deficiency is widespread across the globe. Numerous reports have linked vitamin D deficiency to certain non-skeletal diseases such as cardiovascular diseases. According to recent studies, there is evidence indicating a possible link between 25-hydroxyvitamin D deficiency and dyslipidemia. The main aim of this study is to investigate the relationship between vitamin D levels and lipid profile and to identify people who may benefit from vitamin D supplementation.
Methods. In this observational study, a total of 154 patients were included, 98 women and 56 men, aged between 19 and 82 years, in which serum vitamin D levels, total cholesterol, high density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), low density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), triglycerides (TG) and blood sugar were analyzed.
Results. The serum levels of vitamin D showed some differences, being lower in patients with dyslipidemia, with a positive correlation between vitamin D levels and total cholesterol (F ratio = 7.3247, p=0.008), and also with LDL cholesterol (F ratio = 5.0023, p=0.027). The HDL-C fraction and triglycerides showed no significant correlation with the serum levels of vitamin D. Further on, we divided the patients according to the fraction that had pathological values and compared the levels of vitamin D between these categories. We observed that the lowest levels of vitamin D were present in patients with all lipid parameters modified (HIGH-TC/ LOW-HDL/HIGH-LDL/HIGH-TG), and also the highest levels of low HDL-C and high LDL-C.
Conclusion. Our research provides additional evidence to the unfavorable lipid profile found in people with vitamin D deficiency.
Clinical-statistical study on oral rehabilitation methods using dental implants
Authors: Micula Cociuban Cornelia Liana , Maghiar Teodor Traian , Olariu Iustin , Vasca Elisabeta Maria , Berari Adelina Ramona , Pasca Ciprian , Flueras Razvan , Popovici Ramona Amina , Matichescu Anamaria , Marian Diana
Published: July 2024

Background and aims.  The development of dental implantology is based on a thorough examination of the interaction of implants with surrounding tissues, as well as methods of stimulating osteogenesis around implants. Consequently, the most common approach to restore lost function in terms of function and aesthetics is now treating partially edentulous individuals with implants. The study's objective was to assess how effectively implant prosthetic treatments performed only on implants reconstruction  and on implants in conjunction with abutment teeth.
Methods. A total of seven years (2016–2023) were dedicated to this study, with evaluation  at one, two, three, and five years. For this analysis, MedCalc® version 12.5.0.0 (MedCalc® Software, Mariakerke, Belgium) was utilised as the medical statistics software.
Results and conclusions. When using dental implants and natural teeth abutments for prosthodontic reconstruction, the failure rates rise  approximately 43 times when compared to dental implant rehabilitation; similarly, osteoporosis and diabetes mellitus increase failure rates by 32 and 20 times, respectively. Gingival inflammation is a frequent event (almost 50% frequency) observed during follow-up in patients who had prosthetic restoration using dental implants alone as well as implants and abutment teeth. For both groups, difficulties usually arise two years later.
The supervision gap in peer support workforce: implications for developing effective peer support programs in Native American communities
Authors: Maviglia, MD, MPH Marcello , J Cooeyate, MCRP Norman , Hume Donald
Published: July 2024

The article addresses the critical role of peer support programs in the delivery of behavioral health services. Peer support is instrumental in fostering mental health and overall wellness. Its efficacy is widely recognized in the broader population, including minority groups and communities. Peer support programs also offer distinct benefits for the health of Native American communities. When specifically tailored to these communities' needs, they address individuals' unique cultural, historical, and social challenges during their recovery journey. However, the persistent supervision gap in the peer support workforce poses a significant challenge to implementing these programs. This gap not only hampers the effectiveness of the programs but also limits their potential benefits. The paper conducts a comprehensive exploration of the causes and consequences of this supervision gap, underscoring the urgent need to address it and its implications for the mental health of Native American communities. The urgency of addressing this supervision gap is paramount, as it directly impacts the mental health and wellness of Native American communities. Also, it identifies and advocates for best practices in supervising peer support workers, explicitly focusing on Native American individuals and communities. In this vein, it raises awareness for more culturally sensitive, effective, and impactful peer support programs for Native American communities. The main objective is to improve Native communities' mental health and wellness by harnessing the power of peer support and ensuring its effective implementation through adequate supervision.
The primary nutritional approach in pediatric celiac disease: a mini-review
Authors: Carlos Machado Nilton , Koester Weber Thabata , Tedesco Dias Juliana , Nascimento Hercos Gabriela , Dias Ferreira de Jesus Carine , de Assis Carvalho Mary
Published: July 2024

Background: Celiac disease (CD) is chronic small bowel inflammation with villous atrophy, consequently, an immune-mediated disorder triggered by ingesting Gluten in wheat, barley, and rye in genetically susceptible individuals. Aims: Summarize the fundamental principles for managing the diet of patients with CD. This Mini-Review using relevant articles in PubMed's online databases followed the medical keywords Celiac Disease, Gluten, gluten-free diet, nutritional approach, and diet adherence. The institution's Ethics Committee has waived the need to review the ethical aspects of this text. The cornerstone of the treatment is the lifelong adherence to a Gluten-Free Diet (GFD). This dietary regimen, which forms the basis of the patient's treatment, requires eliminating all food components containing Gluten and its derivatives from the diet. However, the treatment approach has changed from focusing on food avoidance to a wide-ranging evaluation of the various factors influencing the dietary choices in the patient's life. The Global Approach to the Follow-up of Celiac Disease is based on 1) control of symptomatology and dietary adherence; 2) improving emotional and social wellness in treating CD patients, with the active involvement of a psychologist; and 3) ensuring successful education of both the child and the family about its management. Indeed, the impact of CD extends beyond the patient and affects the well-being of caregivers and 4) evaluate socioeconomic burden, considering that Gluten-free food products remain significantly more expensive than gluten-containing equivalents with variable availability. So, the GFD is the primary treatment for CD, and difficulties in managing the Disease can lead to impaired Quality of Life. In conclusion, strict adherence to the GFD is imperative, requiring a multidisciplinary team involving physicians, dietitians, and psychologists on a regular visit schedule to assess dietary adherence and avoid long-term complications.
Effect of the solar radiation pressure on the motion of satellites in almost circular Earth orbits
Authors: Maslova A.I. ,   Institute of Technical Mechanics of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine and the State Space Agency of Ukraine, Pirozhenko A.V. , Pirozhenko O.O. ,   Institute of Technical Mechanics of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine and the State Space Agency of Ukraine,   Atlas Industry, Ltd.
Published: July 2024

This paper considers the effect of the solar radiation pressure on the motion of a satellite in an almostcircular low-Earth orbit. The formulation of the problem is due to the need to determine the effect of solar radiation pressure forces on the motion of light commercial Earth remote sensing (ERS) satellites with large surface areas (solar batteries and antennas). The goal is to determine the main regularities of this effect, construct reasonably simple and accurate estimates of changes in orbital parameters for the orbits under consideration, and clarify their physics (cause-and-effect relations) The novelty of this study also lies in the use of variables specially introduced to describe a motion in almost circular orbits. The study assumes that the solar radiation pressure force is constant throughout the entire orbit, and it is concerned with dawn-dusk orbits, which are often used for ERS satellites with radar observation systems. The paper presents simple analytical expressions that describe the main regularities of short-term (several days) changes in orbital parameters. It is shown that the change in the orientation of the orbital plane is determined by the action of the gyroscopic moment. This moment balances the effect of the moment of external forces aimed at changing the orientation and the change in the orientation perpendicular to the direction of the applied moment of the external forces. The main effect of the solar radiation pressure is the excitation of forced oscillations of the orbital radius, whose amplitude linearly increases with time. The maximums of these oscillations (apogee) are at the point where the light pressure forces maximally slow down the motion of the satellite (directed oppositely to the velocity), and the minimums (perigee) are at the point of the maximum motion acceleration. It is shown that the annual movement of the Sun can qualitatively change the picture of the evolution of orbital parameters. For sun-synchronous dawn-dusk orbits, compact analytical solutions for changes in orbital parameters are constructed, and it is shown that the annual movement of the Sun’s declination reverses the direction of evolution of the orbital shape. The calculations showed a reasonably high accuracy of the analytical solutions at the initial stage. The obtained numerical estimates make it possible to evaluate the effect of the solar pressure on changes in orbital parameters.
Цифрова трансформація системи охорони здоров’я: фактори впливу на якість життя населення
Authors: Квітка Сергій , Миргородська Марія
Published: July 2024

Одним із вагомих аспектів процесу цифрової трансформації є впровадження цифрових технологій в систему охорони здоров’я, що вже стало повсюдним явищем у розвинених країнах. Цифрова трансформація системи охорони здоров’я створила можливості для виникнення і бурхливого розвитку цифрової медицина, цифрових методів лікування і профілактики хвороб. Метою дослідження є визначення основних факторів розвитку та системних проблем цифрової трансформації системи охорони здоров’я в контексті їх впливу на якість життя населення. Визначені основні вектори цифровізації медицини та інноваційні медичні послуги, що надаються у цифровому форматі. Розглянуто актуальні проблемні питання цифрової трансформації системи охорони здоров’я, в тому числі аспекти впровадження телемедицини та формування якостей «цифрового пацієнта». Пандемія виявила гостру потребу у нових формах надання медичних послуг, що знайшло відображення у помітному зростанні частки дистанційного надання медичної допомоги та активному зростанню частки телемедицини в загальному обсязі медичних послу.
Робиться висновок, що в умовах цифрового суспільства, в якому внаслідок ослаблення дії соціальних інститутів та формування альтернативних цифрових мережевих структур перестають виконуватися традиційні рольові очікування та зростає значення довіри, у тому числі у сфері піклування про здоров'я. Тому забезпечення ефективних і більш довірчих відносин між лікарем та пацієнтом може розглядатись як одна з цілей цифровізації охорони здоров'я задля створення комфортного середовища та забезпечення підвищення якості життя населення в цифровому світі.
Особливості формування множинної ідентичності в умовах російсько-української війни
Authors: Дияк Вадим , Тушко Клавдія , Волобуєв Владислав
Published: July 2024

Актуальність теми обумовлена тим, що війна для будь-якого суспільства є точкою біфуркації, в якій соціум змінюється на різних рівнях. Ці зміни виразно проявляються в аспекті трансформації ідентичностей. Проблема стала гостроактуальною для українського суспільства, частина якого до 2014 року мала дифузну ідентичність.
Мета статті ‒ дослідити особливості конструювання множинної ідентичності в умовах сучасної російсько-української війни, враховуючи її  екзистенційний вимір і важливість цивілізаційного вибору нашої країни.
Результати дослідження спрямовані на те, аби розглянути проблему ідентичності в її конфліктній проекції, починаючи з ідентифікації особистості як члена якоїсь певної спільноти та її особистої самоідентифікації. Автор ставить на меті як визначення ідентичності, так і гармонізацію різних її ракурсів (національного, релігійного, мовного тощо), особливо акцентуючи функціонування цієї категорії в контексті воєнної агресії росії проти України, що надає проблемі особливої екзистенціальної значущості.
Висновки. В українському суспільстві під впливом російської агресії  зникає розмита ідентичність, притаманна раніше частині соціуму. Зміни ідентичності найбільш репрезентативно виявляються на рівні національної ідентичності. Тут виразно проявляється українська колективна ідентичність (причому мається на увазі не етнічна спільнота, а політична нація), що фіксують результати опитування, особливо після повномасштабного вторгнення 2022 року. Українська національна ідентичність представлена і через віртуальну ідентичність, про що свідчать відповідні маркери. Щодо культурної ідентичності, то тут також фіксуються позитивні зміни (перехід на українську мову як основну мову спілкування, відмова від російського культурного продукту та відвідування храмів Української Православної Церкви (Московського патріархату). Водночас швидкі зміни на рівні самоідентифікації індивіда нерідко призводять до фрагментованої ідентичності, різні аспекти якої є неузгодженими (або навіть конфліктними), що руйнує цілісність особистості й загрожує конфліктами для соціуму.
Towards an ethical existence
Authors: De Freitas Massuno Tatiana
Published: July 2024

This study investigates the theme of crossings in literature, whether it involves trespassing boundaries or limitations, or crossings that enable hybridizations. The concept of crossing is linked to its ethical potential in our geo-historical time, the Anthropocene, a period that calls for a reexamination of the foundations of ethics. To achieve this, well-known literary works such as Os Lusíadas by Luís de Camões, Paradise Lost by John Milton, and Oryx and Crake by Margaret Atwood are examined. The analysis is based on Jane Bennett's concept of enchantment. Additionally, authors who adhere to the Object-Oriented Ontology (OOO) perspective, such as Graham Harman and Timothy Morton, will be brought into the discussion. The primary goal of this paper is to investigate the role literature and art (in general) play in a time when the rational foundation of ethics is being questioned. The Anthropocene is understood here as a new geological epoch that begs for a revisiting of certain concepts and dichotomies that shape modernity. Thus, there is an acknowledgment of the need to reconsider the foundation of ethics given the rupture provoked by the Anthropocene. This paper provides an examination of the complex interplay between literature, ethics, and the Anthropocene, emphasizing enchantment as a conceptual tool to unravel the ethical dimensions presented by the selected literary works. Furthermore, the works of Camões, Milton, and Atwood expose some of the implications of the enchantment/disenchantment dichotomy that characterizes modernity. The study, therefore, aims to contribute to how literature and art can help cultivate affects that aid in navigating contemporary ethical challenges in a world marked by significant climate transformations.
¿Están preparados los Consejos de Administración para los nuevos cambios en el gobierno de los Derechos Humanos, previsibles en la UE?
Authors: Sánchez-Ramos Begoña , Camacho-Ibáñez Javier , Fernández-Fernández José-Luis
Published: July 2024

La administración adecuada de los Derechos Humanos (DDHH) en las empresas presenta dificultades Los Principios Rectores sobre Empresa y Derechos Humanos (UNGPs) constituyen la herramienta clave para su buen gobierno. Su aprobación en 2011 por Naciones Unidas constituyó un hito histórico.
El núcleo de la actuación de la empresa en los UNGPs es el proceso de Debida Diligencia y para su implementación es crítico el papel del Consejo de Administración (CA). En 2020 la Unión Europea (UE) inició los trabajos sobre una Directiva que hará obligatoria la Debida Diligencia. Este artículo investiga, a través de entrevistas a miembros de Consejos de Administración su situación de partida ante el nuevo escenario normativo, en España, Portugal, Francia y Malta.
O vazio e a “comunidade que vem”: reflexões político-teológicas desde a pandemia da COVID-19
Authors: Souza Daniel Santos
Published: July 2024

Esse artigo tem a comunidade no contexto da pandemia da COVID-19 como um conceito organizador. Com os cenários de isolamento social, as perguntas pelo “viver junto” e o “viver só” tornam-se latentes. Para ensaiar possibilidades prático-teóricas para o problema do viver comum, organizei esse artigo a partir das seguintes temáticas: i) a aproximação entre a comunidade e o imaginário da trindade, com novas possibilidades de leitura a partir das noções de “makom” e de “pericórese”; ii) a reflexão sobre a “comunidade que vem” e as propostas de dessubjetivação e esvaziamento de uma noção ideal e colonial de humanidade; e iii) as leituras teológicas sobre a graça e as “brechas” possíveis para a constituição de arranjos éticos comuns. O movimento do texto, portanto, nos coloca diante do dilema da vida na pandemia e, nesse cenário de insegurança, ensaia estratégias imaginativas que assumem o vazio (de deus e do humano) para nos arriscarmos em uma (im)possibilidade da vida em relação.
A Septuaginta em língua portuguesa na tradução de Frederico Lourenço
Authors: Lima Anderson de Oliveira
Published: July 2024

As páginas a seguir apresentam aos leitores uma breve introdução à Septuaginta (LXX), a Bíblia em língua grego que foi produzida no século II a.C. e que era a versão mais lida nos dias de Jesus, tendo determinado fortemente o desenvolvimento dos primeiros cristianismos. Nossa pesquisa celebra a publicação inédita dessa importante obra em língua portuguesa pela editora Companhia das Letras, uma nova versão bíblica com a tradução completa da Septuaginta que constitui o enorme projeto do linguista português Frederico Lourenço, que está traduzindo e publicando gradualmente toda a coleção em oito volumes. Ao estudá-la, nosso objetivo é analisar a obra a partir de sua materialidade, sempre considerando seus paratextos e as características singulares dessa obra em sua versão brasileira.
Ecclesia Martyrum versus permixta Ecclesia: notas histórico-conceituais a partir da eclesiologia antidonatista de Agostinho de Hipona
Authors: Gomes Tiago de Fraga , Lorenzetti Darlan Paulo
Published: July 2024

O presente artigo aborda o pensamento eclesiológico de Agostinho de Hipona, sobretudo, nos escritos antidonatistas, mediante três seções: o donatismo como fenômeno histórico, seu contexto epocal, as razões de sua gênese enquanto acontecimento e suas linhas teológico-doutrinais; as formulações por meio das quais Agostinho discutiu a inconsistência teórica da tese cismática donatista da Ecclesia Martyrum, propondo o paradigma inclusivo da permixta Ecclesia como uma espécie de eclesiologia de comunhão que permite que santos e pecadores convivam na mesma Igreja; por fim, tomando o ideal de comunhão como pressuposto basilar, se adentra no núcleo duro da reflexão agostiniana quanto à Igreja, Corpo de Cristo.
A relação entre repetição e religião em Søren Kierkegaard
Authors: Martins Presley H. , Kirchner Renato
Published: July 2024

Nosso objetivo é analisar o conceito de repetição nas obras de Kierkegaard, assim como demonstrar o significado da repetição em sua perspectiva religiosa. É esse sentido religioso que o presente texto pretende investigar, contribuindo, assim, para uma compreensão da religião a partir da experiência da repetição enquanto busca de sentido. Desse modo, o texto apresenta a seguinte estrutura argumentativa: num primeiro momento faremos uma breve apresentação da obra A Repetição, sendo a obra aporética – o conceito de repetição não é explicado pelo autor, propositalmente, em seu sentido mais profundo –, analisaremos nos tópicos seguintes a relação entre a repetição e outros conceitos do autor. A repetição não pode ser compreendida isolada de outros conceitos fundamentais, sendo eles, a saber: fé, instante e amor. Portanto, trataremos de pensar a repetição em articulação com esses conceitos, de tal modo que seja possível compreendermos a repetição na perspectiva religiosa.
Apresentação do Dossiê
Authors: Rodrigues da Conceição Douglas , Nogueira Paulo Augusto de Souza
Published: July 2024

A Teologia e as Ciências da Religião possuem uma origem comum na história do mundo acadêmico; compartilham caminhos semelhantes e contém, no interior de suas reflexões, um mesmo objeto de reflexão, a saber, o fenômeno sagrado.
Entre espelhos fantásticos: ficcionalização, religião e literatura
Authors: Lopes Marcio Cappelli Aló , Nogueira Paulo
Published: July 2024

O presente artigo tem como objetivo precípuo mostrar, de maneira interdisciplinar, como a teoria da literatura pode contribuir para o campo das Linguagens da Religião. De maneira mais específica pretendemos evidenciar de que maneira a noção de ficcionalização (mais ou menos consciente) é um procedimento compartilhado pela religião e pela literatura, tendo inclusive bases antropológicas, se constituindo em uma forma fundamental de conhecimento. No entanto, ainda que consideremos tais afinidades, não ignoramos as diferenças existentes entre religião e literatura. Portanto, no percurso argumentativo, propomos a reflexão através dos seguintes passos: 1) ficcionalização, conhecimento e realidade – onde buscaremos mostrar a ficção na realidade (i.e. a ficcionalização como elemento básico da comunicação, do conhecimento e das ações) e a realidade na ficção (i.e. os mecanismos do procedimento ficcional); 2) ficcionalização e religião – em que o foco será indicar o que há de ficcionalização na religião e o que há de religioso na ficção; e, por fim, 3) aventar algumas interpelações da ficção literária à religião – quando, então, pretendemos colocar a questão do horizonte humanístico. Dessa forma, esperamos contribuir para um renovado olhar em relação aos textos religiosos e sua recepção na literatura.
Tensions, struggles and forbidden sexual relations in Noah’s Ark: The narrative of the “uncalm ark” in the Aggadic homilies
Authors: Shemesh Abraham Ofir
Published: July 2024

The biblical text does not mention any events that occurred in the ark during the flood. The impression formed by the verses is that life in the ark involved no problems and everything seems to have proceeded smoothly (7:15–8:19). The creatures in the ark, apparently, existed harmoniously side by side with no territorial boundaries, tensions, or rivalries. The current study discusses three midrashim that refute the impression formed by the text. The midrash portrays negative occurrences within the ark. One deals with forbidden sexual relations in the ark, the second relates to the rivalry and confrontation between the cat and the mouse, and the third is about the lion that injures Noah and renders him disabled. The midrashim relating that which occurred within the ark strengthen the insight whereby the evil urges of the creatures, and first and foremost of humankind, did not change, and the attempt to create a new ideal and sinless system did not meet with success.
A luta entre o sagrado e o santo na globalização capitalista: um debate ético-epistemológico a partir das ciências da religião
Authors: Sung Jung Mo
Published: July 2024

Nos últimos 40 anos vivemos as grandes transformações da globalização, o surgimento das lutas de identidade e um novo papel sociopolítico da religião, e ao mesmo tempo novidades no campo das ciências da religião – por ex., a religião como uma invenção do mundo moderno e o capitalismo como religião. O objetivo desse artigo é, a partir das ciências da religião, analisar a possibilidade e a necessidade de discernir ética e religiosamente o sagrado que move e fundamenta a atual globalização capitalista. Para isso, na primeira seção vamos discutir algumas questões epistemológicas sobre a relação entre a religião e a modernidade; na segunda, a questão colocada por Max Weber sobre “as guerras dos deuses”; e na terceira, a diferença entre a noção de sagrado e o santo como um caminho para o discernimento da qualidade ética do sagrado.
Kant e a Bíblia: fundamento e princípios de uma hermenêutica crítica
Authors: Freire Francisco das Chagas de Oliveira
Published: July 2024

A expressão “teologia kantiana” é considerada um oximoro para numerosos intérpretes. No entanto, a teologia e a religião têm lugar central no sistema kantiano e o cristianismo é reconhecido como a única fé racional. Este artigo visa a delinear o fundamento e os princípios hermenêuticos da teologia bíblica no corpus kantiano. A teologia kantiana radica-se na racionalidade prático-teleológica, enraizada numa necessidade moral inabdicável. A teologia é uma disciplina autônoma, regida pelos princípios do pensamento, entendido por oposição a conhecimento. Os princípios exegéticos de Kant sugerem uma revolução que visa a resgatar a plena harmonia entre fé e razão, posta em questão pela revolução científica e consolidada pela imagem mecanicista do mundo, que tendia a reduzir a fé à irracionalidade.
Fundamentalismo e Ensino religioso: por uma espiritualidade do encontro
Authors: Lopes Antonio de Lisboa Lustosa , Xavier Magno Carvalho
Published: July 2024

Neste texto, propomos uma reflexão acerca do fenômeno do fundamentalismo religioso contemporâneo e a necessidade de um Ensino Religioso plural e aberto, como é sugerido pela BNCC. Para isso, nosso trabalho terá três momentos: primeiro, analisaremos a origem do termo “fundamentalista” na modernidade e seus desdobramentos; em seguida, discorreremos sobre a proposta de Ensino Religioso contida na Base Nacional Comum Curricular (BNCC); e, por fim, apresentaremos a espiritualidade do encontro, isto é, o modo de vida pautado pelo diálogo e a abertura ao outro, como caminho de construção de uma sociedade mais fraterna. Em tempos de intolerância e fundamentalismo religioso, infelizmente tão comuns em nosso país e que se converte em vários tipos de violência dentro e fora da escola, o Ensino Religioso deve estar comprometido com uma espiritualidade do encontro, que aproxime as pessoas, independentemente dos seus credos e modos de vida.
O drama da Apoteose Imperial Romana: croquis do processo
Authors: Guerra Danilo Dourado
Published: July 2024

Nesse artigo, fruto de nossa tese doutoral, a partir de fontes historiográficas e arqueológicas coletadas em nosso estágio doutoral no Departamento de História e Ciências Geográficas da Antiguidade, da Università Degli Studi di Padova/Itália, trataremos das dinâmicas que envolvem o drama da apoteose imperial romana. Através de um mapeamento dos elementos constituintes do ideário ritual divinizante dos governantes da Roma antiga, objetivamos fornecer substratos simbólicos para a compreensão da práxis apoteótica em suas nuances e efeitos (retro)interpretativos.
Economia e ética religiosa: afinidades eletivas entre a Ética da Libertação e a Economia Solidária
Authors: Souza Josué de , Schiochet Valmor
Published: July 2024

O presente artigo é parte da tese realizada no Programa de Pós-Graduação em Desenvolvimento Regional da Universidade Regional de Blumenau. Objetiva compreender a influência da ética religiosa em relação ao espírito da economia solidária. Especificamente procura sistematizar as contribuições teóricas sobre a relação entre religião e economia; identificar as características e os princípios normativos da economia solidária; analisar as contribuições da ética da libertação para a crítica do capitalismo na América Latina; relacionar as afinidades entre a ética religiosa de libertação e a economia solidária. Do ponto e vista empírico é uma análise de textos e documentos pertencentes à chamada Teologia da Libertação e dos escritos do economista Paul Singer.
Waste solution of acrylic-based emulsion with low solid content for cement concrete curing: a lab-scale study
Authors: Tran Anh Tu  , Nguyen Minh Khang  , Le Minh Son  , Nguyen Ngoc Tri Huynh  , Nguyen Khanh Son
Published: July 2024

In this study, we investigate using acrylic and acrylic-styrene emulsions as curing solution to enhance water resistance and prevent cracking in cement concrete surfaces. Our main objective is to investigate the possibilities of utilizing washing waste generated during the Rhomn & Haas factory - Dow Chemical Vietnam production process. This waste is currently being treated as solid even though it contains anywhere from 10-45% solid content. Through laboratory-scale experiments and analysis, we aim to assess the feasibility of employing this waste material as a cost-effective, technically sound, and environmentally sustainable solution for curing compound of concrete. The findings of this research have the potential to contribute to the advancement of eco-friendly waste management techniques while improving the durability and effectiveness of cement structures.
Expression of soluble recombinant human SUMO protease’s active region fused with thioredoxin in Escherichia coli
Authors: Hong Le Thi Thu , Giang Le Ngoc , Huyen Do Thi
Published: July 2024

The human’s SUMO protease is commonly used in gene expression studies. However, it is challenging to extract this enzyme from its natural host due to degradation during extraction and high cost. Recombinant expression using Escherichia coli is considered for its high production from the fast growth rate and feasible manipulation. In this study, we aimed to express the human SUMO protease’s active region from the catalytic domain ranging from 364 to 589 amino acids (SENP2) in E. coli. The SENP2 gene sequence was optimized to improve the codon adaptation index from 0.63 to 0.88. It was artificially synthesized and cloned into both pET22b (+) and pET32a (+) expression vectors for the production of unfused SENP2 protein and thioredoxin fused SENP2 protein (Trx-SENP2) in E. coli BL21 (DE3). In the pET22b(+) vector, SENP2 was highly expressed at temperatures ranging from 20 to 37°C but accumulated insoluble fractions and did not exhibit activity. The fusion protein Trx-SENP2 was soluble in pET32a(+) and was overexpressed up to 75% of total recombinant proteins at 25°C. For soluble Trx-SENP2 production 0.3 mM of IPTG was used. Upon applying the soluble protein fusion Trx-SENP2 to the SUMO-IL11 complex, two fragments corresponding to the size of SUMO and IL-11 were obtained. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first report showing that the catalytic domain of humnan's SUMO protease was overexpressed in the fusion form with Trx in E. coli and exhibited high activity. The recombinant Trx-SENP2 will be purified and characterized for application of SUMO-fused protein research.
Investigation of the association between the polymorphism SLC2A9 rs2280205 and gout in Vietnamese population
Authors: Ha Do Thi Thu , Anh Nguyen Phuong , Ngoc Nguyen Thy , Duong Nguyen Thuy
Published: July 2024

Gout, a predominant form of inflammatory arthritis, is characterized by the deposition of uric acid crystals in joints and other tissues. Genome-wide association studies (GWAS) have established the association between gout and genetic variants of solute carrier family 2 member 9 (SLC2A9). In this study, we assessed the association of the single nucleotide polymorphism SLC2A9 rs2280205 with gout susceptibility in the Vietnamese population. Genomic DNA was extracted from the peripheral blood of 477 samples (160 gout patients and 317 healthy controls). The polymorphism rs2280205 of the SLC2A9 gene was genotyped using the PCR-RFLP method. Results indicated that the allele distribution of this variant was in accordance with Hardy-Weinberg Equilibrium, and the genotype frequencies of rs2280205 GG/GA/AA were 0.65, 0.33, and 0.02, respectively. However, no relation was identified between SLC2A9 rs2280205 and gout in this studied population. This research contributed a preliminary insight into the genetic factors in the development of gout in the Vietnamese population.
ENTRE DESAFÍOS Y LOGROS: MARÍA ELINA ZÚÑIGA VILLACRESES, PRIMERA MÉDICA DE RIOBAMBA
Authors: Bonilla Pulgar Gonzalo Edmundo
Published: July 2024

El artículo se centra en investigar y devolver a la memoria colectiva la vida y logros de María Elina Zúñiga Villacreses, nacida cerca de 1905, quien desafió los roles de género impuestos por la sociedad conservadora de su época para convertirse en la segunda bachiller y primera riobambeña en obtener los títulos de Licenciada en Medicina y Doctora en Medicina y Cirugía en la Universidad Central del Ecuador en 1932. Mediante el paradigma interpretativo y la metodología de investigación histórica, con una exhaustiva revisión y análisis crítico de fuentes se reconstruyó su trayectoria educativa secundaria y universitaria. Se destacó su determinación y perseverancia por sobresalir en una sociedad que limitaba las oportunidades educativas para las mujeres, reflejada en una resistencia para que mantuvieran un rol diferente al de esposas, madres y encargadas de la economía doméstica. Se realizó el abordaje de aspectos personales y familiares, y se revelaron las dificultades y desafíos que debió enfrentar durante su corta vida. En conclusión, se resalta el legado de María Elina Zúñiga como un ejemplo de superación y empoderamiento.
Effect of nano-silica@ chitosan phosphate ester on the mechanical properties and water resistance of magnesium oxychloride cement
Authors: Liu Qihao , Jia Qian , Chen Ruoyu
Published: July 2024

Nano-silica is used in various composite materials as a kind of filler with good performance. In this study, hydrogen peroxide was used to repair and activate the hydroxyl group on the surface of nano-silica, and chitosan phosphate ester was loaded onto the surface of nano-silica through intermolecular dehydration to prepare nano-silica@ chitosan phosphate ester, and nano-silica@ chitosan phosphate ester was added to the magnesium oxychloride cement for water resistance modification. The results showed that the addition of nano-silica@ chitosan phosphate ester increased the compressive strength of magnesium oxychloride cement at different ages, and the compressive strength of the modified magnesium oxychloride cement at 7 days and 28 days were 116 MPa and 127 MPa, respectively, which increased by 11.5% and 5.8% compared with the unmodified samples. The compressive strength of the modified magnesium oxychloride cement reached 102 MPa after 28 days of water immersion, which was 8.3% higher than that of the phosphoric acid modified sample under the same water immersion duration. At the same time, it was found that nano-silica@ chitosan phosphate ester can increase the fluidity of magnesium oxychloride cement slurry, accelerate the hydration reaction rate and refine the pores.
SHOULD A COMPANY’S DIGNITY BE PROTECTED UNDER SECTION 10 OF THE CONSTITUTION? THE QUESTION IN Reddell v Mineral Sands Resources (Pty) Limited [2022] ZACC 38
Authors: Minenhle Alfred Nzimande  , Razaana Denson  , Joanna Botha
Published: July 2024

In Reddell v Mineral Sands Resources (Pty) Ltd ([2022] ZACC 38) (Reddell), the Constitutional Court considered whether section 10 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 (the Constitution), as read with section 8(4), should be interpreted to protect the dignity of juristic persons (in this case, mining companies). The majority and minority judgments arrived at conflicting decisions on the point. Unterhalter AJ, for the minority, held that juristic persons should be protected under section 10, while Majiedt J, for the majority, held otherwise. The majority also developed the common law of defamation to limit the circumstances in which a juristic person may succeed in a claim for general damages for non-patrimonial loss.The authors make two claims. First, it is argued that the minority judgment correctly interpreted the nature and purpose of section 10 (the guarantee of human dignity) when read with section 8(4) of the Constitution, which provides that juristic persons are entitled to bear the rights in the Bill of Rights as required by the nature of the right and the nature of the juristic person in issue. It is asserted that the two sections can be interpreted to entitle companies to rely on section 10 of the Constitution to protect their right to dignity, encompassing their good name and reputation. Secondly, it is argued that the majority’s development of the common law of defamation – to create a special exception for cases where a juristic person sues for general damages – was unnecessary, and has created legal uncertainty.The case note proceeds as follows. First, the authors introduce the facts of the case, and then explore the ratione decidendi of both judgments. Secondly, the note addresses the ambit and scope of human dignity as a constitutional right, followed by the applicable principles governing constitutional interpretation, including the role of the heading of a statutory provision. This is followed by a discussion of the law of defamation concerning whether a juristic person can claim damages for an infringement to its reputation under the actio iniuriarum. The legal position prior to the judgment in Reddell is compared to that which now applies. Finally, the decision is evaluated with reference both to the reasoning used by the majority and minority respectively and the significance of the outcome of the case for our law.A detailed discussion of the constitutionality of awarding general damages to corporations for defamation on the basis that such claims unjustifiably limit section 16 of the Constitution (the right to freedom of expression) falls outside the scope of this case note.
Improving Cytogenetic Surveillance in Radiology Workers Exposed to Low-Dose Radiation in Africa: A Call to Action
Authors: Daniel Gyingiri Achel , James Owusu , Agbenyegah Sandra
Published: July 2024

Radiation exposure is an occupational hazard for diagnostic and interventional radiology workers, potentially leading to chromosomal damage and increased cancer risk. This review explores the status of cytogenetic monitoring of radiation exposure among radiology workers in Africa. Monitoring of Radiation Exposure in Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology Workers in Ghana and Africa provides a crucial examination of radiation safety practices within the Ghanaian and Africa healthcare sector. We recovered existing literature on the cytogenetic surveillance conducted on radiology workers in Ghana and Africa stressing on the impact and/or significance of cytogenetic monitoring programmes. In these studies, mostly mathematical modeling and physical methods were used to estimate and extrapolate risks of exposure to ionizing radiation. Additionally, we discuss the challenges and opportunities for implementing cytogenetic monitoring programmes in Africa particularly Ghana and provide recommendations for future research and occupational health policies. This review attempts to bridge the gap between physical and biological dosimetry in surveillance studies. It addresses the significant gap in cytogenetic monitoring among diagnostic and interventional radiology workers in Africa. It highlights the importance of cytogenetic surveillance for early detection of radiation-induced genetic damage, assesses the current practices, and provides a recommendation and a roadmap for establishing robust monitoring programmes. This work would contribute significantly to the understanding of occupational radiation safety issues in the healthcare sector of Africa. It also offers a comprehensive examination of the challenges and opportunities in implementing cytogenetic monitoring programmes.
The Impact of Statistics and Probability on Educational Artificial Intelligence
Authors: Adriana Rodríguez Rosales
Published: July 2024

Artificial intelligence has transformed e-learning by enabling personalized and efficient teaching. This manuscript analyzes the importance of statistics and probability in educational AI. Statistical methodologies improve decision-making, personalize learning, and optimize educational outcomes. Challenges such as data privacy and ethics are addressed. Case studies demonstrate the practical applications of AI in diverse educational contexts. Future directions suggest a need for robust research to further understand and implement AI-driven educational strategies. The findings underscore the critical role of data-driven approaches in shaping the future of education. Statistics and probability are not only foundational to the development of AI but also essential for analyzing vast amounts of educational data. They allow for the creation of predictive models that can identify student needs and adapt instructional methods accordingly. This adaptability enhances the learning experience by providing targeted support and resources to students, thereby improving their academic performance. Ethical considerations are fundamental when using AI to handle educational data. Protecting student data with privacy and security is crucial to maintaining trust in AI applications. This manuscript examines how educators and policymakers can collaborate to create guidelines that safeguard student information while utilizing data to enhance education. Integrating statistics and probability into educational AI significantly impacts and improves e-learning. Educators can enhance learning by employing data-driven strategies that provide personalized and effective teaching. This approach not only benefits individual learners but also contributes to the overall advancement of educational practices. Embracing these data-driven methodologies is essential for the continued evolution of teaching and learning in the digital age.
Strategies to Minimize Variability Between Individual qPCR Reactions v1
Authors: Phillips Jonathan , Chen David , Blaha Gregor
Published: July 2024

Precise pipetting is paramount for generating precise and reliable qPCR results. Despite meticulous pipetting, significant variability can arise in qPCR, even between technical replicates. While some variability is expected in samples with low target concentrations, it is concerning in samples with high target concentrations. To maintain data integrity, it is generally recommended to discard data with a discrepancy of more than 0.2-0.5 Ct values between technical replicates, in particular when the Ct values are below 30 [Anonymous, 2019]. This protocol provides approaches to reduce this variability through an optimized pipetting strategy. Central to this strategy is the use of pipetting schemes and built-in redundancies in the workflow keeping track of individual pipetting steps.