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Drug Use, Recovery, and Maternal Instinct Bias
Authors: Placek Caitlyn D.
Published: September 2024

Drug Use, Recovery, and Maternal Instinct Bias: A Biocultural and Social-Ecological Approach draws upon theoretical perspectives in anthropology and public health to provide insight into the barriers women experience when seeking treatment for substance use disorders. In both theoretical perspectives in biological anthropology and social discourse within the United States, there is an emphasis on explaining why women avoid (or should avoid) using psychoactive substances during their reproductive years, especially during pregnancy. Theories of women's drug avoidance during the childbearing years rely on statistics to show that women are less likely to use all types of illicit drugs than their male counterparts. This gender gap, however, is closing in high-income countries (HICs), calling for more research on the biocultural and social-ecological factors contributing to women's drug use and the barriers to their recovery. The book uses qualitative data from participants in Indiana to illustrate women's struggles along the pathway to recovery. The overarching conclusion is that internalized models of “maternal instinct,” a topic inherent in theoretical and public discourse, can often impede efforts for women seeking treatment, and recovery is only possible when proper social and structural supports are in place.
Use of Social Networking Technology in Sex Trafficking
Authors: Sarkar Siddhartha
Published: September 2024

The rise of the Internet and mobile phone usage can work in support of traffickers, helping them to keep a low profile and facilitating human trafficking rings on a global scale—especially for commercial sex exploitation, where traffickers use the Internet as a tool to target vulnerable women and children. Based on the theoretical and empirical evidence from Northeast India, Use of Social Networking Technology in Sex Trafficking leads the way to comprehending the need for further research on technology security to combat sex trafficking.
Reading and Writing Place
Authors: Bass Erika L. , Price Azano Amy
Published: September 2024

In Reading and Writing Place: Connecting Rural Schools and Communities Erika L. Bass and Amy Price Azano suggest there is a need to add nuance to the ways we consider and engage with place in the classroom. Using a narrative writing project completed with two rural schools in two states, the authors provide an explanation of critical placed education and how students' explorations of place through writing led the authors to develop a concept of place (Big "P" and small "p" place). Students' explorations of place highlighted the how internalizations and externalizations of place impact identity formation and sense of belonging.
Israel’s Lord
Authors: Wilhite David E. , Winn Adam
Published: September 2024

Israel’s Lord addresses the nature of Jewish monotheism in the Second Temple period, especially in relation to a concept known as "two powers" in heaven. Wilhite and Winn review the various figures that were depicted as the second power in heaven, such as God's Word, God’s Wisdom, the Angel of the Lord, the Son of Man, and others. By establishing a set of criteria by which to evaluate whether ancient Jews from this period would consider a certain figure divine, the authors re-assess the various candidates, finding some, but not all, to be rightly described as the second power in heaven – that is, the figure who appeared in Israel’s scriptures and was also called YHWH. This two powers paradigm provides a way forward for studying this period in general and the rise of Christianity in particular. The debate about Jesus' divinity depends in large part on what options were available for the earliest Christians when considering his titles and status. Since a second power figure is found in a wide array of sources, the authors contend that this should inform any reading of New Testament texts and their varying depictions of Jesus as the "Lord" of Israel.
Synergistic Role of Aerobic Training and Resveratrol on AMPK/PGC1-α/SIRT1 Pathway in the Hippocampus of Rats with Alzheimer's Disease
Authors: Rashet Ammar , Abdi Ahmad , Barari Alireza
Published: September 2024

Background: Alzheimer's disease symptoms indicate that increased Aβ leads to central nervous system dysfunction. Exercise reduces Aβ deposition through the AMPK signaling pathway. Additionally, resveratrol (RSV) has neuroprotective effects related to cognitive decline. Objectives: This study investigated the effects of aerobic training and RSV on the AMPK/PGC-1α/SIRT1 pathway in the hippocampus of Alzheimer's rats. Methods: Thirty-five male Wistar rats were divided into five groups: Normal (NO), Alzheimer's (AD), Alzheimer's-training (ADT), Alzheimer's-resveratrol (ADRSV), and Alzheimer's-training-resveratrol (ADTRSV). The supplement groups received 20 mg of RSV (per kg of body weight) orally during the intervention period. The aerobic exercise program, which included running on a treadmill at speeds of 6 - 18 meters per minute, was performed 5 days a week for eight weeks. Results: Alzheimer's induction caused a significant decrease in the expression of AMPK/PGC-1α/SIRT1 (P = 0.0001). Exercise and RSV significantly increased the expression of AMPK/PGC-1α/SIRT1 in AD rats (P < 0.05). Additionally, significant increases in the expression of AMPK, PGC-1α, and SIRT1 were observed in the ADTRSV group compared to the ADT group (P = 0.034, P = 0.020, and P = 0.038, respectively) and ADRSV (P = 0.026, P = 0.021, and P = 0.021). Conclusions: AD induction was associated with decreased AMPK/PGC-1α/SIRT1 expression. Aerobic exercise and RSV consumption can reverse this decrease. Given the crucial role of this signaling pathway in hippocampal function, alterations in these indicators following physical activity and RSV use may partially mitigate Alzheimer's disease complications.
DERMOSCOPIC FEATURES OF BASAL CELL CARCINOMA: SYSTEMATIC REVIEW
Authors: Khachikyan Khachik , Hovhannisyan Hovhannes , Topchyan Anahit
Published: September 2024

Abstract
Background: Basal cell carcinoma is one of the most common cancers worldwide, it is a locally destructive and slowly spreading tumor arising from the epidermis or hair follicles, in which the peripheral cells are similar to the cells of the basal layer of the epidermis and which rarely metastasize. Despite its slow growth and low potential for metastasis, basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is one of the most pressing problems in dermato-oncology due to its high incidence rates, variety of clinical forms and frequent relapses after any treatment methods. Currently, the most accessible non-invasive method for examining skin tumors is dermatoscopy.
Aim: The purpose of this review is to highlight the dermoscopic features encountered in basal cell carcinoma and to outline the role of dermoscopy for diagnosis this cancer.
Methodology: The systematic review included articles from Google Scholar, Medline, Scopus, Web Of Sciences, PubMed was conducted. For the search, the following keywords were included: dermoscopy of pigmented form of basal cell carcinoma; dermoscopy of nonpigmented form of basal cell carcinoma.
Results: Conducted a preliminary search and reviewed 62 titles and abstracts in this review and 27 full-text articles were selected of high methodological quality.
Dermoscopy is a non-invasive technique, which allows early diagnosis based on the presence of typical vascular structures, pigmented structures, and ulceration and the absence of specific melanocytic structures. However, the use of dermoscopic technique is limited by the lack of prognostically significant dermatoscopic criteria confirming the different morphological nature of tumor growth.
Conclusion: The current systematic review demonstrated, based on the observed features, this method allows for differential diagnosis of malignant and benign, as well as melanocytic and non-melanocytic skin neoplasms, as well as diagnosis of tumors at the earliest stage of their development.
Solidarity
Authors: Klocek David M. ,   Society of Catholic Social Scientists
Published: September 2024

The natural human virtue of solidarity, in the thought of St. John Paul II, is one of the means by which human persons, citizens in democratic political systems, can act politically to advance the common good of their societies. Solidarity is closely connected to Christian charity. It should not lead to conflict, but to respectful dialogue, when there are differences. Dialogue has to be based on truth, not ideologies. There can be no genuine and lasting solidarity in the service of a human ideology, which only puts forth a partial understanding of the human good.
PERANCANGAN DAN PEMBUATAN SEPEDA LISTRIK PENGISIAN DAYA OTOMATIS DENGAN MENGGUNAKAN MOTOR DC SEBAGAI SUMBER ENERGI ALTERNATOR
Authors: Ismail Normansyah
Published: September 2024

Dengan semakin berkembangnya teknologi pada kendaraan bermotor roda dua, terutama pada sistem penggerak atau transmisi, yang saat ini lebih didominasi transmisi otomatis (Automatic Transmition), perlahan, mulai menggantikan transmisi manual (Manual Transmition). Dari sisi motor penggerak, inovasi penggunaan energi alternatif terus berkembang, dimana penggunaan mesin pembakaran dalam (Internal Combustion Engine) berbahan bakar minyak (BBM), lambat laun akan tergantikan oleh motor listrik sebagai penggerak utama dengan memanfaatkan sumber energi listrik yang tersimpan dalam Baterai.
Beranjak dari pemikiran diatas, penulis mencoba mengaplikasikan cara kerja “Motor Listrik DC sebagai Sumber Utama Penggerak Sepeda dengan Memanfaatkan Energi Baterai sebagai Sumber Energi”, dimana kendaraan atau sepeda listrik ini dapat digunakan sebagai kendaraan alternatif jarak dekat, dan ramah lingkungan, dalam usaha menciptakan dan mengkampanyekan Green Energy.
Pada penelitian ini akan dilakukan perencanaan dan perancangan secara nyata, mulai pemilihan model kendaraan, jenis motor dan accumulator yang digunakan, serta unjuk kerja kendaraan tersebut serta rencana anggaran biaya, pemilihan motor listrik yang tepat yang tepat berdasarkan fungsi, yang merupakan kebaruan dari teknologi yang akan dihasilkan dari penelitian ini.
Kendaraan listrik ini dirancang dapat membawa beban maksimal 150 Kg, dengan daya motor sebesar 1000 Watt 48 Volt, kapasitas baterai 48 volt 12 Ah, waktu pengosongan arus selama 0,25 menit (Full throtle) dengan kecepatan maksimal 60km/jam, atau 17m/detik.  jarak tempuh 30 Km/charge.
Pemanfaatan energi baterai sebagai sumber energi penggerak kendaraan sangat berpotensi  sebagai energi alternatif untuk menggantikan penggunaan bahan bakar fosil, dimana pemanfaatan energi baterai ramah lingkungan tanpa polusi udara maupun suara, sehingga sangat mendukung untuk perlindungan lingkungan hidup.
Rancang Bangun Prototype Pemotong Rumput Berbasis Arduino Uno Dengan Kendali Smarphone Android
Authors: Novita Tria , Chandra Yudi , Rozie Fachrul
Published: September 2024

Menjaga kebersihan lingkungan sudah menjadi tanggung jawab dimulai dari pribadi masing-masing, tetapi dalam pemeliharaan nya memerlukan waktu, tenaga dan biaya yang lebih banyak. Dalam penelitian ini bertujuan untuk merancang prototype pemotong rumput berbasis arduino uno dengan kendali jarak jauh menggunakan smartphone android dengan koneksi Bluetooth untuk menghindari risiko kecelakaan yang dapat terjadi.  Pada proses rancang bangun prototype pemotong rumput berbaisis arduino uno dengan kendali smarphone android adalah identifikasi masalah, pengumpulan data, perancangan alat, pembuatan alat, uji coba, pembahasan dan kesimpulan. Pada proses rancang bangun prototype pemotong rumput berbaisis arduino uno dengan kendali smarphone android ini melakukan pemilihan komponen-komponen yang diperlukan, kemudian melakukan perhitungan komponen-komponen yang diperlukan. Setelah komponen-komponen diketahui tipe dan spesifikasi, selanjutnya baru dilakukan perhitungan pembuatan prototype pemotong rumput berbaisis arduino uno untuk mengetahui Rancangan Anggaran Biaya (RAB) yang direkomendasikan padam prototype pemotong rumput berbaisis arduino uno dengan kendali smarphone android.Hasil pengujian menunjukkan bahwa sistem ini dapat beroperasi dengan baik, mampu mendeteksi, serta memberikan performa pemotongan rumput yang efektif dan modul bluetooth yang digunakan sebagai koneksi kontroler ini berfungsi dengan jarak kontrol 1 meter hingga 20 meter. Ukuran tinggi rumput yang dapat dipotong oleh prototype pemotong rumput 5 cm hingga 15 cm. Adapun hasil uji coba konsumsi baterai dalam 1 menit ketika prototype pemotong rumput beroperasi adalah 0,8 Volt, selanjutnya setelah digunakan selama 5 menit terjadi pengurangan tegangan baterai yang semula 15,05 Volt menjadi 11,05 Volt, artinya pengunaan 5 menit terjadi konsumsi arus sebesar 4 Volt dan sistem akan berhenti beroperasi ketika tegangan turun di bawah 12 V.
 
Kata Kunci : Prototype, Pemotong Rumput, Arduino Uno, Smarphone Android, Bluetooth HC-06.
The Prospects and Challenges of Internet of Things (IoT)-based Public Healthcare System in Bangladesh
Authors:   East West University, Rahman Mohammad Masudur , Alam Nayyab ,   East West University, Ullah Sumiya Barkat ,   East West University, Rahman Muhammad Ataur ,   East West University
Published: September 2024

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to discern the prospects and challenges of integrating Internet of Things (IoT) into the public healthcare sector of Bangladesh. This is timely because the present public healthcare status of the country needs dire improvement. Hence, this study explores the future scope of IoT-based public healthcare systems to be introduced to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) of Bangladesh henceforth recommends how the country can integrate the implementation of this technology to deliver better public healthcare services to its population. Methodology: The authors reviewed extensively literature from several reputed sources to identify the current public healthcare conditions, as well as the benefits and impediments of IoT-based public healthcare system in Bangladesh. Based on the searches pertaining to the data base, this study then outlines appropriate future scopes of IoT in the public healthcare of Bangladesh. Findings: This research identified major impediments such as lack of infrastructure, low motivation, awareness and acceptance as well as poor healthcare startups prevalent in the public health services of Bangladesh. To surmount the inefficiencies of the current services, the authors deliberated how IoT based public healthcare system could foster better monitoring; management and rehabilitation thereby improve the overall Bangladesh’s public healthcare system. Practical Implications: IoT healthcare organizations can also use technology to improve patient outcomes and increase efficiencies, which will lower the cost of treatment, reduce death rates and make it possible to give public healthcare to people who live in rural areas. Originality/Value: The researchers of this study are confident that the findings of this study will benefit other researchers, policymakers, healthcare service providers/designers and professionals to realize the potentials of IoT-based public healthcare system that could overcome the challenges faced and finally could deliver sound public healthcare facilities and services for Bangladeshis in the near future. Limitations: In the future, we plan to develop the Central Repository of patient database system using blockchain technology.
NUMERICAL SIMULATION OF ROTATIONAL FLOW IN HYDROCEPHALIC HYDRO-ELASTIC MODELS
Authors: Balasundaram Hemalatha , Sathyamoorthi Senthamilselvi , Prabhu R Ambrose , Santra Shyam Sundar
Published: September 2024

Computational models of the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) flow and brain tissue are presented for evaluation of their hydrodynamic conditions before and after shunting for several patients with non communicating hydrocephalus. We have developed a mathematical model of the fluid flow in cerebral ventricles during hydrocephalus is presented. The fluid-solid interaction simulation shows the CSF mean pressure is five times greater than normal subject. We present a brief overview of the clinical problems that are being addressed. This suggests that functional deficits observed in hydrocephalic patients could therefore be more related to the damage to periventricular white matter.
The Effectiveness of Aloe Vera in Multiple Moist Spray Products as a Hair Tonic to Reduce Students Scalp Irritation
Authors: Setiawan Mochammad Agung Dhani
Published: September 2024

Skin irritation on the scalp is often experienced by men. This happens due to the high increase in sebum production and frequent use of excessive products like pomade. For men with sensitive scalp, this causes hair problems such as dandruff. Proper hair care can help manage dandruff, including the use of a hair tonic containing aloe vera. This research aims to investigate the influence of aloe vera content on dandruff treatment. The study design employed pre-experimental research with a pre-post test group, involving a population of 23 respondents and a sample of 23 respondents selected through total sampling. Statistical analysis utilized paired t-tests with significance set at <0.05. Results from 23 respondents indicated that 19 respondents (82.6%) experienced a decrease in scores, while 4 respondents (17.4%) showed an increase. Statistical analysis revealed significant results with a p-value of 0.000 < 0.05. The conclusion drawn is that the aloe vera content in Multiple Moist Spray has a beneficial effect on treating dry dandruff. Therefore, individuals with dandruff are encouraged to be selective in choosing scalp treatments.
القراءات الشاذة المرويَّة عن عيسى بن عمر الثقفي رحمة الله (ت ١٥٠هـ ) في سورة البقرة (جمعًا ودراسة)
Authors: الباحثة / أثير بنت عبد الواحد الجخيدب  , الدكتور/ محمود بن كابر بن عيسى
Published: September 2024

هدف هذا البحث إلى دراسة القراءات الشاذة المروية عن الإمام عيسى بن عمر الثقفي (ت: هـ١٥٠) من مظانها، مع دراستها وتوجيهها وبيان علاقتها بالمتواتر منها، وبيان من وافقه فيها.
وقد اشتمل هذا البحث على مقدمة، وفصلين:
فالأول: (القسم النظري) تم فيه التعريف بالإمام عيسى بن عمر مع بيان مكانته العلمية، وتعريف الاختيار في القراءات ومراحله ونشأته وتطوره.
والثاني: (القسم التطبيقي) وفيه تم جمع ودراسة القراءات الشاذة المرويّة عن عيسى بن عمر الثقفي، وخُتِم البحث بخاتمة تضمنت أهمّ النتائج والتوصيات، وذُّيِّل بالفهارس اللازمة.
الكلمات المفتاحية: القراءات، الشذوذ، التوجيه، عيسى بن عمر الثقفي.
African ecologies: the value and politics of indigenous knowledges—introduction
Authors: van Klinken Adriaan , Manda Simon , Parsitau Damaris , Ugba Abel
Published: September 2024

This article offers an introduction to the special section about the theme of ‘African ecologies and indigenous knowledges’. It explores the interest of scholars, policy makers and activists in indigenous knowledges as a resource for addressing global challenges, particularly the challenges in relation to the environment and climate change in contemporary Africa. Reviewing current literature and discourse on the subject, this Introduction foregrounds the considerable political, epistemological and methodological significance of indigenous knowledges, especially in the light of ongoing debates about decolonisation, and it highlights their relevance for understanding African ecologies. It further introduces the three articles included in this special section, embedding them in broader fields of scholarship. (This article is published in the thematic collection ‘African ecologies: the value and politics of indigenous knowledges’, edited by Adriaan van Klinken, Simon Manda, Damaris Parsitau and Abel Ugba.)
24 segundos no Brasil: o projeto de lei n. 1904/2024
Authors: Sabbatine Neves Luciana
Published: September 2024

Trata-se de estudo jurídico do processo legislativo do Projeto de Lei Federal n 1904/2024, que em 24 segundos aprovou a urgência legislativa ao projeto, projeto de lei que tem como objetivo retirar a atual excludente de ilicitude aos casos de aborto, hipóteses de aborto legal, após 22 semanas do início da gestação, equiparando-as ao homicídio, ao adicionar dois parágrafos ao artigo 124; parágrafo único ao artigo 125, acrescer um segundo parágrafo ao artigo 126, e acrescentar um parágrafo único ao artigo 128 do Código Penal Brasileiro, o que implica a revitimização e tipificação de vítimas de estupro (ou responsáveis legais) à homicidas em caso de aborto realizado em lapso temporal ulterior a 22 semanas, tais quais o lapso temporal de 22 semanas e um dia, como exemplo. O estudo demonstra que a questão invoca problema complexo e controverso, regulado por diretrizes constitucionalmente estabelecidas incompatíveis com o rito adotado: regime de urgência e propõe uma proposta de metodologia para resolução de tais questões. A metodologia utilizada resulta da combinação de revisão bibliográfica, descritiva e hipotético-dedutiva e o estudo justifica-se na medida que aborda questões fulcrais relativas ao Devido processo legal; Direitos humanos e fundamentais e processo legislativo.
Procedimento para geração de populações sintéticas com base em dados disponíveis no Brasil
Authors: Ajauskas Rodrigo , Strambi Orlando
Published: September 2024

Este trabalho apresenta um gerador de populações sintéticas adaptado para o Brasil e sua aplicação para a Região Metropolitana de São Paulo (RMSP). Populações sintéticas são utilizadas em modelos desagregados de previsão de demanda; resultam da estimação de informações desconhecidas em escalas geográficas desagregadas, tendo como base informações agregadas conhecidas e (uma amostra de) microdados, ambos disponibilizados pelos Censos. Considerando as diferentes abordagens teóricas e a disponibilidade de códigos, selecionou-se o gerador PopulationSim, pertencente à categoria de procedimentos de reconstrução sintética. Desenvolveu-se uma extensão, chamada de PopulationSimBR, para facilitar a aplicação do gerador em regiões no Brasil. Na aplicação realizada para a RMSP foram também utilizados dados da Pesquisa OD de São Paulo. Os resultados apresentam indicadores de qualidade superior aos encontrados na literatura, o que sugere que o PopulationSim pode ser utilizado no Brasil, assim como a base de dados gerada para a RMSP.
1º Premio: Modelo de simulación de clipado de aneurismas cerebrales de bajo costo, validez aparente y de contenido.
Authors: Morales Acosta Nadia , Guevara María , Costa Carla , Targa García Aylen , Feldman Santiago , Gallardo Federico
Published: September 2024

Objetivo: Presentar un modelo de entrenamiento realista en clipado microquirúrgico de aneurisma cerebral con flujo pulsátil, artificial, accesible y de bajo costo. Evaluar su validez aparente y de contenido.Introducción: La tendencia actual hacia el tratamiento endovascular de aneurismas cerebrales puede reducir la exposición de neurocirujanos jóvenes al tratamiento quirúrgico de estas lesiones durante su formación, afectando la adquisición de habilidades quirúrgicas en este campo. Presentamos un modelo de simulación fácilmente reproducible para clipado de aneurismas cerebrales verificando su validez como herramienta de entrenamiento.Material y métodos: Se utilizó cerebro bovino como alternativa al cerebro humano para simular apertura de surcos. Para la confección de aneurismas se utilizaron arteria y vena femoral de muslo de pollo. Como sistema de micro flujo se utilizó una mini bomba sumergible.Discusión: La simulación con animales vivos se considera entre los modelos más realistas para el entrenamiento en microcirugía, pero las restricciones y su costo limitan su uso, tal como ocurre con los especímenes cadavéricos humanos. Con el propósito de resolver estas dificultades, desarrollamos un modelo de bajo costo y lo usamos para similar el clipado de aneurismas cerebrales. Diez neurocirujanos experimentados utilizaron el mismo y luego completaron una encuesta para evaluar su potencial beneficio.Conclusión: Hemos presentado un nuevo modelo de simulación para el clipado microquirúrgico de aneurismas cerebrales utilizando materiales accesibles y económicos. Creemos que el mismo resulta útil y fácilmente reproducible para la práctica y el aprendizaje de la técnica microquirúrgica para neurocirujanos en formación.
“Este caso me desorientó”
Authors: Delfina C. Mazza Elizalde
Published: September 2024

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Entrevista: Professor David A. Steven, MD, MPH, FRCSC, FACS
Authors: Juan Santiago Bottán
Published: September 2024

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Manejo quirúrgico de los meningiomas de la región petroclival: resultados y elección de una vía de abordaje
Authors: Abdala-Vargas Nadin J. , Villalonga Juan F. , Baldoncini Matias , Campero Alvaro
Published: September 2024

Introducción: Los Meningiomas de la Región Petroclival (MRPC) son tumores benignos que crecen circunscritos en una región anatómica de difícil acceso quirúrgico comprendida, entre el clivus superior y medio, y la cara posterior del hueso petroso medial al conducto auditivo interno. El manejo quirúrgico de estos tumores representa un desafío en la neurocirugía moderna. El objetivo del presente trabajo es describir los resultados quirúrgicos en una serie de casos y orientar al lector a la selección del abordaje quirúrgico adecuado desde nuestra experiencia.
 
Materiales y Métodos:  Se incluyeron 30 pacientes intervenidos con MRPC desde junio del 2005 hasta septiembre del 2022.
 
Resultados: De los 30 MRPC tratados, la edad promedio fue 52,7 años y el sexo predominante fue el femenino en un 83,3% de los casos. La zona implantación más común fue la fisura petroclival en un 66% de los casos. El abordaje quirúrgico más utilizado fue el retrosigmoideo en un 44% de las veces seguido del presigmoideo en un 23%. Se consiguió una resección superior o igual al 95% en el 73% de los casos intervenidos. Finalmente presentamos nueve casos clínicos relevantes.
 
Conclusiones: Los resultados de esta serie, coinciden con la percepción de la literatura sobre el manejo de esta patología. La elección de una vía de abordaje es un factor determinante para lograr un resultado quirúrgico prometedor.
Utilidad práctica de la dinámica cuantitativa de LCR en la malformación de Chiari tipo I y la siringomielia. Reporte de 5 casos.
Authors: Mezzadri Juan Jose , Miñarro Diego
Published: September 2024

Introducción: el tratamiento de la malformación de Chiari I (MCI) y/o la siringomielia (SM) es controversial. La dinámica cuantitativa del LCR a nivel cráneo espinal es una alternativa que podría orientar la terapéutica. El objetivo de esta publicación es describir 5 casos en donde la utilización de la dinámica de LCR permitió guiar el tratamiento.
Material y método: se revisaron las historias clínicas de 5 casos (edad media: 39 años / 3 mujeres y 2 varones). Todos fueron estudiados con RM en contraste de fase. El diagnóstico fue de MCI (1 caso) y SM (3 casos) o solo SM (1 caso). Sólo 2 casos con MCI+SM fueron intervenidos (descompresión + duraplastia). Todos fueron seguidos entre 1,5 y 6 años.
Resultados: caso 1 (MCI) la velocidad del LCR fue normal por lo que su cefalea fue tratada médicamente con buenos resultados; caso 2 (MCI+SM) la velocidad estuvo aumentada por lo que fue intervenida controlándose los síntomas y la SM; caso 3 (MCI +SM) la velocidad fue normal siendo su diagnóstico compatible con síndrome postsiringomiélico; caso 4 (SM) la velocidad estuvo aumentada a nivel C5-C6 siendo su diagnóstico compatible con una SM espinal primaria; caso 5 (CMI + SM) luego de la intervención se observó que las velocidades y la SM tardaron 16 meses en normalizarse.
Conclusión: En los casos descriptos la dinámica de LCR permitió realizar el diagnóstico correcto, determinar la conveniencia de realizar la cirugía, encontrar la causa y controlar la evolución postoperatoria.
The Stand Of Electronic Evidence In Cyber Crime Law Enforcement In Indonesia
Authors: Ratnaning Dhumillah Dewic Sri
Published: September 2024

Crime in the cyber world certainly has a significant impact. People think that Indonesia has a Criminal Code that cannot cover crimes in cyberspace, which is a new crime. This is what makes the government have to issue regulations regarding cyber crime or cyber crime. With regard to enforcing cybercrime law, of course, a regulation is needed in positive law. It also regulates the punishment and how the evidence for cyber crimes and the position of electronic evidence are. This research method uses the normative method. The existence of electronic evidence in proving cybercrime has been alluded to in Law Number 19 of 2016 concerning Amendments to Law Number 11 of 2008 concerning Information and Electronic Transactions. In Article 5 of Law Number 11 of 2008, it explicitly mandates that "Electronic Information and/or Electronic Documents and/or their printouts are valid legal evidence". This can be interpreted that electronic documents are considered legally valid according to positive law in Indonesia. However, in the amendment to the elucidation of Article 5 paragraph (1) regulated in Law Number 19 of 2016, it is explained that the existence of Electronic Information and/or Electronic Documents is binding and recognized as valid evidence to provide legal certainty for the Implementation of Electronic Systems and Transactions Electronic, especially in proving and matters relating to legal actions carried out through Electronic Systems.
Malaria Prevalence Rates among Pregnant Women in East Africa: National and Regional Perspectives
Authors:   Faculty of Biological Sciences Kampala International University Uganda, Mukamwiza Nyirabashitsi H.
Published: September 2024

Malaria remains a critical public health issue in East Africa, with pregnant women particularly vulnerable to its severe consequences. This review examines the prevalence rates of malaria among pregnant women, providing a comprehensive analysis of national and regional perspectives as well as urban-rural and age-specific variations. By integrating national data with regional insights, the review highlights overarching trends and identifies specific hotspots where malaria transmission is most intense. The study reveals that while national data can guide broad resource allocation and policy decisions, regional data is crucial for pinpointing high-risk areas and tailoring localised interventions. We examine the impact of seasonal variations on pregnant women, including increased transmission during rainy seasons and the geographic distribution of high-risk areas and hotspots. The review also explores the influence of socioeconomic factors, education, housing conditions, and biological determinants on malaria risk among pregnant women. Additionally, it addresses the challenges associated with diagnosing malaria, including the limitations of conventional methods and the need for more sensitive diagnostic tools. The impact of malaria during different trimesters of pregnancy and the complications arising from coinfections, particularly with HIV, receive special attention. The review underscores the necessity of integrated care approaches, improved diagnostic infrastructure, and targeted interventions to mitigate the effects of malaria on maternal and foetal health. The findings advocate for a comprehensive strategy that encompasses geographic and seasonal variations, addresses risk factors, and integrates robust diagnostic and treatment approaches to reduce malaria prevalence and improve health outcomes for pregnant women in East Africa. Keywords: malaria, pregnant women, East Africa, national and regional perspectives
Evaluating the Effect of Cash Management and Profitability on Private Schools in Ntungamo District from the Lens of Parents Care Primary School, Uganda
Authors:   College of Economics, Kampala International University, Uganda, Frank Turyahabwe
Published: September 2024

The study explores the cash management and profitability of private schools in the Nntungamo district from the lens of Parents Care Primary School. A descriptive study design was adopted, and data were obtained using questionnaires and interviews. Findings revealed that given the size and complexity of the organization and the partnership as a whole, business without cash management is a serious threat. It is on this note that this article calls for an effective management of cash. Thus, the organization has to put into place controls to ensure that cash is safe. The school should encourage parents to even pay during holidays as a way of boasting the school collections which in turn will enable allocations to be made in the due time. More so, the school needs to invest money in projects that are beneficial to the school. The school should use more of the accrual basis of cash outflow than the cash basis to maintain the school liquidity at an optimal level. Finally, the relationship between cash management and profitability should be monitored all the time. This should be done through cash planning, cash collection, cash allocation, and cash budgeting. Keywords: Cash management, Cash planning, financial position, Organization, Profitability.
Progressive Approximations in Mass Modeling
Authors: McGaugh Stacy
Published: September 2024

I have said I wasn’t going to attempt to teach an entire graduate course on galaxy dynamics in this forum, and I’m not. But I can give some pointers for those who want to try it for themselves. It also provides some useful context for fans of Deur’s approach. The go-to textbook for this topic is

Galactic Dynamics

by Binney & Tremaine.
A Study on the Characteristic Elements of Light-transmitting Ceramics : Focusing on Lee In-hwa’s Works
Authors:   Art·Design Research Institute of Kyung-Hee University, Qu Jia Yi , Kim Seung Woog , Yeo Hwa Sun
Published: September 2024

Translucency refers to the property of transmitting light. With the development of decorative effects in ceramics, more artists are utilizing translucency as an expressive tool in their works, and the factors influencing translucent ceramics are continually evolving.This study aims to analyze and organize the characteristic elements of translucent ceramics through case studies of works that demonstrate the desired properties. Various decorative effects greatly contribute to the advancement of translucent ceramics.Ceramic artist Lee In-hwa first started working with translucent ceramics after observing the semi-transparent appearance of thin ceramics. Since graduating with a master's degree in 2011, her translucent works have developed rapidly over the past 13 years. Therefore, this study selected Lee In-hwa's translucent works to analyze the characteristics of translucent ceramics, categorizing them into three elements: wall thickness, material composition, and translucent glaze.The research results present the characteristics, strengths, and weaknesses of these three factors. This study examines the conceptual principles of translucency, the development process, and the current status of translucent ceramics, highlighting the characteristic elements through the evolution of Lee In-hwa's translucent ceramic works. From the perspective of the development of translucent ceramics, it provides more possibilities for future expression and advancement of translucent ceramic works.
A Study on Expressing Social Agenda in Hollywood Animation : Focusing on Brad Bird’s Film “The Iron Giant” (1999)
Authors:   Art·Design Research Institute of Kyung-Hee University, Park Jae Woo , Lee Tae hoon
Published: September 2024

Unlike Live-action Hollywood movies Hollywood animation movies have rarely expressed social agenda because they have been produced primarily for family audiences. In 1999, a feature animation directed by Brad Bird, “The Iron Giant” was released by a big studio, Warner Brothers. The director conveyed the strong message of humanity through the friendship between a lonely boy and a robot, created as a war machine and embodied it in beautifully animated images. This film expressing serious social agenda has been considered a classic masterpiece despite its box office failure. By studying the directing intention of this classic animation that emotionally expresses heavy social agenda, I hope to contribute to the advancement of the somewhat stagnant Korean feature animation industry for its the diversification of subject-matters.
Onthe geometry of an almost α-cosymplectic (k, µ, ν)-spaces
Authors: Uygun Pakize , Atçeken Mehmet , Mert Tugba
Published: September 2024

The object of the paper is to investigate almost α-cosymplectic (k,µ,ν)-spaces. Some results on almost cosymplectic (k,µ,ν)-spaces with certain conditions are obtained.
Guía general de estudio de la asignatura de Microcontroladores
Authors:   Instituto Superior Universitario Sucre, Tipantocta Pillajo Fabricio Manuel , Herrera Panchi Gladys del Rocío ,   Instituto Superior Universitario Sucre, Rivera Liger Carlos Germánico ,   Instituto Superior Universitario Sucre, Ortega Hidalgo Christian Andrés ,   Instituto Superior Universitario Sucre
Published: September 2024

La asignatura de microcontroladores es fundamental dentro del campo de la ingeniería electrónica y de sistemas, ya que proporciona a los estudiantes los conocimientos necesarios para comprender, diseñar y programar sistemas embebidos. Los microcontroladores son dispositivos electrónicos altamente integrados que incorporan una unidad de procesamiento, memoria, periféricos de entrada/salida y otros componentes, lo que los hace ideales para una amplia gama de aplicaciones en la industria, desde dispositivos domésticos hasta sistemas de control industrial avanzados. En esta asignatura, los estudiantes explorarán los principios fundamentales de los microcontroladores, aprenderán a programar en lenguaje como el C++, y desarrollarán habilidades prácticas para diseñar y prototipar sistemas electrónicos basados en microcontroladores.
Guía general de estudio de la asignatura de Electrónica Digital
Authors:   Instituto Superior Universitario Sucre, Cajs Oñas Edgar Javier , Oña Ñacata Alex Fabricio ,   Instituto Superior Universitario Sucre, Sarzosa Villarroel Mayra Alejandra ,   Instituto Superior Universitario Sucre, Lema Parco Robinson ,   Instituto Superior Universitario Sucre
Published: September 2024

La asignatura de electrónica digital tiene como objetivo introducir los elementos básicos y las técnicas necesarias para analizar y diseñar circuitos lógicos combinacionales y secuenciales. También se enfoca en el funcionamiento de diversos circuitos integrados MSI, que son utilizados en diseños de mayor complejidad para distintas aplicaciones.
Guía general de estudio de la asignatura de Contabilidad I
Authors:   Instituto Superior Universitario Sucre, Gordon Vergara Michelle Aymmé , Moreno Cruz Juan Iván ,   Instituto Superior Universitario Sucre, Aguas Ortiz María Cristina ,   Instituto Superior Universitario Sucre, Aldana Cruz Cristian Andrés ,   Instituto Superior Universitario Sucre
Published: September 2024

La asignatura de Contabilidad I es considerada el cimiento principal de la carrera, debido a que sus contenidos constituyen primeros pasos de los estudiantes en temas contables, es donde se aplica la contabilidad general y básica en empresas de servicios y comerciales, así como el proceso contable genérico, cuyos subprocesos son aplicados en cualquiera de las ramas de la contabilidad, en esta asignatura se conocen los grupos de cuentas contables que existen y su naturaleza, para conocer cómo es su comportamiento en los registros contables, como aumenta, como disminuye y cuál es su tipo de saldo, una vez que se aprenda este tema conocido como la teoría de la T, cualquier contabilidad es de sencilla aplicación.
The Impact of Soil Pollution on Human Health : Literature Review
Authors: Winangest Bisarda Kanira Permata Putri , Dzikro Mir Atudz , Asmoro Mauza Faradilla , Faras Jocelin Elfreda , Ningrum Kadek Ardhyani Widya , Najich Syah Ariq Zaidaan , Syahroni M. , Nugroho Muhammad Ismail , Haq Arif Zanjabiil , Wibowo Auberta Salsabila Ardi , Pratiwi Prasetyaning Estu , Durry Fara Disa , Susanto Hadi , Handayani Anung Sri
Published: September 2024

Soil is the earth's layer that is crucial for the life of all living creatures. Chemicals, like pesticides, can introduce pollutants that contaminate the soil and negatively impact human health. Direct exposure to pesticides can lead to acute or chronic poisoning risks. This study aims to investigate the effect of soil pollution from pesticide pollutants on human health issues. The method employed is a literature review, sourcing materials that discuss the impact of soil pollution due to pesticides. Literature sources were retrieved from Google Scholar, ResearchGate, and other journal platforms. The review included 18 national journals and 12 international journals, with 6 journals on relevant topics summarized in an analysis table. The study's findings indicate that soil pollution from chemicals, including pesticides, significantly affects human health.
Norteamérica: nueva geopolítica y geoeconomía. La ecuación china
Authors: Benítez Manaut Raúl
Published: September 2024

Las relaciones de China con América del Norte son tanto competitivas como conflictivas, pero predominan los compromisos y acuerdos internacionales. El propósito de este artículo es analizar la emergencia de China en su nuevo rol global en los reequilibrios entre las potencias a través de su creciente influencia económica, comercial política y geopolítica. En 1980, el peso de la economía de China en la generación del Producto Interno Bruto (PIB) Mundial era del 3.4%. En el año 2005, alcanzó el 15%. Según el Fondo Monetario Internacional, en 2022, la economía China representó casi un 19% del PIB mundial, tomando como indicador la paridad de poder adquisitivo (PPA). Gracias a ello, se posiciona después de Estados Unidos como la segunda economía del mundo. Así, se construye una interdependencia entre Estados Unidos y China que es imposible desmantelar sin consecuencias graves para los equilibrios globales de poder en el mundo. Esto ha tenido un impacto directo en las relaciones de Estados Unidos con México y Canadá. Por ejemplo, se volvió a negociar el tratado trilateral TLCAN durante 20107 y 2018. Y en noviembre de 2018 se firmó el Tratado México, Estados Unidos, Canadá (TMEC). Durante los 23 primeros años del siglo XXI, el crecimiento de China ha influido y afectado a todos los bloques económicos y geopolíticos del planeta, pero principalmente a América del Norte. Esto abrió el dilema de la interdependencia entre las superpotencias: son rivales en lo geopolítico, pero incrementan sus relaciones en lo económico, comercial e inversiones. Así, el comercio hace a los países vulnerables al devenir del mercado internacional, fuera de control de los Estados, transformando la relación de poder entre los países.
Del imperio a la política de las grandes potencias: alcances, contradicciones y peligros
Authors: Rodríguez Sumano Abelardo
Published: September 2024

La política de las grandes potencias aspira a colocarse en la cima del devenir del mundo. Sin embargo, examinamos en este trabajo que es en realidad también una de las principales fuentes de la inseguridad internacional a lo largo del tiempo. De esta manera, el texto se nutre de algunas de las aportaciones teórico-metodológicas más prominentes en el campo de la Historia, la Ciencia Política, la Teoría Política, las Relaciones Internacionales y los Estudios de Seguridad. Ahora bien, una aproximación general a la explicación de una gran superpotencia a partir de 1945 es el Estado que puede influir desde la supremacía nuclear y espacial hasta el poder económico con alcances globales, una política exterior proactiva con influencia regional y global. Y desde ahí buscar incidir en la construcción de una arquitectura del sistema internacional ad hoc a sus intereses de largo aliento. Por si lo anterior fuera poca cosa, aboga por la defensa de una cultura con dimensiones civilizatorias y puede situar a los “otros” como los enemigos. En efecto, su aspiración es global, sus alcances etnocéntricos y en esa pulsión, revela sus debilidades cuando sus elites rompen las reglas del pacto político interno para dirimir su futuro. Esa evolución avanza desde el Imperio Romano, la Corona Británica, dos Guerras Mundiales, la Guerra Fría y la unipolaridad.  En el siglo XXI, la República Popular China y la Federación de Rusia le disputan a Washington el liderazgo del orden liberal que nació tras el fin de la Segunda Guerra Mundial hoy en crisis. Por último, el lector encontrará en estas páginas matices que permiten comprender una mirada que supera el determinismo estructural: las superpotencias también pueden colaborar en ciertas coyunturas. No obstante, favorecen sus propios intereses que suelen ser disruptivos para la seguridad mundial y el Sur Global. Por lo tanto, México y América Latina requieren renovar su entendimiento sobre este proceso y participar en este debate de la mayor trascendencia estratégica para su futuro político.
La ciencia en el G-7 y el G-20: de la voluntad a la acción
Authors: Gutiérrez Nieto Guillermo
Published: September 2024

La importancia que se le ha dado a la ciencia en las reuniones del más alto nivel, como las del G-7 y las del G-20 es creciente. Desde 2008, en el primer caso, y desde  2017, en el segundo, se han instituido grupos especializados de científicos que se reúnen de manera paralela, o de forma autónoma, para discutir tanto los avances logrados en los más diversos campos de la ciencia, como para discutir políticas de cooperación que puedan apoyar dichos avances y hacerlos más viables en términos de beneficio para toda la humanidad. De este modo, la ciencia se ubica en la actualidad como una herramienta indispensable en el ejercicio de la diplomacia. Los Estados, y su representantes, en distintos niveles, han percibido que la colaboración y el intercambio de conocimientos es una forma muy útil de contar con un elemento fundamental en la atención de problemas que, de otro modo, tardarían más tiempo en encontrarles solución.
Crónica de una vida dedicada a la academia y a las Relaciones Internacionales: a propósito del perfil axiológico, ideológico y político del profesor Modesto Seara Vázquez
Authors: Martínez Puñal Antonio
Published: September 2024

Versión estenográfica de la ponencia presentada en el XXV Congreso de la Asociación Mexicana de Estudios Internacionales, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, 13-15 de octubre de 2011 que iniciaba así: “Permítaseme, en primer lugar, expresar mi agradecimiento a la Asociación Mexicana de Estudios Internacionales, personificada en su presidente, mi viejo amigo desde principios de los ochenta, el Profesor Dr. Manuel Martínez Justo, por la distinción con la que me han honrado invitándome a participar en el XXV Congreso de la Asociación Mexicana de Estudios Internacionales, en cuyas actividades no había intervenido desde el Congreso celebrado en Puebla, en el verano de 1989. Todo ello para formar parte de esta merecida mesa redonda en homenaje al Profesor Dr. Modesto Seara Vázquez, acompañando al Profesor Dr. Manuel López Quero, de la Universidad Politécnica de Madrid y al exgobernador del Estado de Oaxaca y actualmente Senador da República de México, Licenciado Sr. Eladio Ramírez López.”
El legado de Marx a Relaciones Internacionales
Authors: Villanueva Ricardo
Published: September 2024

El propósito de este escrito es explorar la relevancia de las ideas de Karl Marx en la disciplina de Relaciones Internacionales (RR. II.) más de tres décadas después del colapso de la Unión Soviética. Se trata de un análisis de sus obras para rescatar el marco teórico que dejó para comprender lo internacional, así como un rastreo del impacto de sus ideas en otras teorías de la disciplina. El estudio revela que es una falacia desechar los aportes de Marx como resultado del colapso del modelo soviético y que este intelectual contribuyó dejando un sustrato teórico original significativamente influyente en varias teorías contemporáneas de RI. El artículo concluye que, pese a que Marx no buscó construir una teoría de relaciones internacionales, su legado teórico es importante para RR. II., pues ofrece un enfoque ontológico, metodológico y normativo alternativo a las teorías dominantes y ha sido influyente en numerosos perspectivas teóricas de la disciplina.