bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Adaptación y validación española del autoinforme “Comportamientos de la pareja como contexto social” (PBSC)
Authors: Fuertes Antonio , Orgaz Begoña , Fuertes-Hernández Amanda , Sánchez-Porro David G. , Vicario-Molina Isabel , González Eva
Published: September 2024

La teoría de las necesidades psicológicas básicas (Deci y Ryan, 2000) ofrece un interesante enfoque para comprender la dinámica de las relaciones de pareja. Contar con instrumentos válidos y fiables permitirá la evaluación de las relaciones de pareja desde esta perspectiva. En este artículo, se presenta el desarrollo de la versión en español del autoinforme “Comportamientos de la pareja como contexto social” (Partner Behaviours as Social Context, PBSC; Ducat y Zimmer-Gembeck, 2010). A través de dos estudios, se analiza la estructura factorial original, determinando la fiabilidad y validez de la escala. Los resultados confirman la estructura factorial, aunque con ligeras diferencias. Las dimensiones obtenidas muestran buena fiabilidad y validez, por lo que se puede concluir que la adaptación española de la PBSC es un instrumento especialmente interesante para el estudio de las relaciones en jóvenes hispanohablantes.
Gaming, executive functioning and mindfulness: a comparative exploratory study between League of Legends gamers and non-gamers
Authors: Valiente-Barroso Carlos , Vázquez-Peña Anna , Martínez-Vicente Marta
Published: September 2024

Previous studies have shown that playing League of Legends (LoL) improves certain abilities and trainable skills. The aim of this study was to analyze the relationship and predictive value of executive functioning in dispositional mindfulness in a sample composed of LoL gamers and non-gamers. The results revealed that the gamers had less ability to focus on present-moment activities in their daily lives, were more judgmental in their inner experience, and were less disposed to proceed with mindfulness than were the non-gamers. The gamers showed greater tendency toward presenting problems related to emotional control, executive control, and a possible development of prefrontal symptoms. We concluded that the video game LoL requires the use of many cognitive abilities, including a high demand on the user's executive functions, a factor that seems to interfere with one’s capacity for mindfulness away from the screen. Gamers may therefore experience a possible vulnerability to presenting prefrontal symptoms, and greater likelihood of their development.
PENGARUH PERTUMBUHAN ASET DAN STRUKTUR MODAL TERHADAP PROFITABILITAS
Authors: Angraeni Erni , Burhanuddin  , Anwar  , Anwar  , Budiyanti Hety , Aslam Annisa Paramaswary
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh pertumbuhan aset dan struktur modal terhadap profitabilitas pada perusahaan sektor properti dan real estate yang terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia Periode 2018-2022. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif yang bersifat asosiatif. Sumber data dalam penelitian ini adalah laporan keuangan tahunan perusahaan. Populasi mencakup 86 perusahaan dan sampel sebanyak 13 perusahaan yang dipilih dengan menggunakan teknik purposive sampling. Analisis data dilakukan melalui metode regresi linier berganda menggunakan software Economic Views (EViews) 12 Student Version Lite. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa pertumbuhan aset berpengaruh positif tidak signifikan terhadap profitabilitas, struktur modal berpengaruh negatif signifikan terhadap profitabilitas, pertumbuhan aset dan struktur modal secara simultan berpengaruh signifikan terhadap profitabilitas.
Respiratory failure in a tofacitinib treated patient with ulcerative colitis
Authors: Bosteels C , Truyens M , Vande Weygaerde Y , Malfait T , Libbrecht S , Ferdinande L , Geldof J , Lobaton T
Published: September 2024

Tofacitinib is an oral Janus Kinase (JAK) inhibitor recently approved for the management of moderate to severe ulcerative colitis (UC). Safety data on tofacitinib has suggested a moderately increased risk for venous thromboembolism (VTE) as well as non-opportunistic infections and non-infectious drug-related lung disease. We faced a diagnostic dilemma between an infectious and non-infectious cause of acute respiratory insufficiency in a patient on recent tofacitinib therapy. A lung CT scan showed bilateral interstitial pneumonic infiltrates and a PCR on bronchoalveolar lavage fluid was positive for cytomegalovirus (CMV). The patient’s condition improved after discontinuation of tofacitinib and treatment with anti-viral drugs and high dose corticosteroids. A CMV primary infection was suspected, however a drug-induced interstitial lung disease cannot be excluded in the differential diagnosis of patients with autoimmune disorders under tofacitinib therapy who present with fever, hypoxia and pulmonary infiltrates.
CYP2D6 polymorphism may contribute to Trazodone-induced hepatotoxicity: a rare case of drug-drug-gene induced liver injury
Authors: Ferdinande K , Declerck L , Melis C , Missiaen L , Seynhaeve L , De Vloo C , Decaestecker J
Published: September 2024

A 46-year-old female with a history of type I diabetes, alopecia areata and autoimmune hypothyroidism presented with a significant hepatocellular hepatitis. The top 3 differential diagnoses were drug-induced liver injury, autoimmune hepatitis and drug-induced autoimmune hepatitis. Considering the predisposition for immune-mediated conditions, we performed a liver biopsy to exclude an autoimmune hepatitis. A temporal relationship between the onset of liver injury and the start of Trazodone and Escitalopram was observed. We report a case of Trazodone-induced liver injury in which pharmacogenomic testing identified a CYP2D6 gene polymorphism leading to CYP2D6 dysfunction and accumulation of Trazodone’s potential hepatotoxic metabolite m-CPP, which elucidates the underlying pathogenesis. This case also presents an example of a drug-drug-gene interaction between Trazodone and the not-so-innocent bystander Escitalopram leading to an additional component of CYP2D6 inhibition. This case highlights the potential benefit of targeted pharma-cogenomic testing to minimise the risk of drug-induced liver injury.
Outcomes of endoscopic treatment for acute duodenal ectopic variceal bleeding: a single-center retrospective case series
Authors: Tang T , Yang L , Yang D , Li X , Zhang W , Xu H , Chen Geng
Published: September 2024

Duodenal ectopic variceal hemorrhage is a rare portal hypertension complication that can easily be clinically missed. Once hemorrhage occurs, the rebleeding and fatality rates are high. There is no unified standard for its treatment, we reported the endoscopic treatment of eight patients admitted to our department between January 2014 and May 2021, Endoscopic band ligation and endoscopic cyanoacrylate injection were performed in five and three cases, respectively. The hemostasis success rate was 100%, no postoperative bleeding occurred, and there were no serious complications. Duodenal varices disappeared in four cases after 2-12 months. In conclusion, Endoscopic therapy is an ideal treatment method for acute duodenal ectopic variceal hemorrhage.
Exploring parental thoughts and clinical experiences on blended food in a paediatric population, a qualitative study
Authors: Verheije R , Carbone F , Bosmans T , Van Scheppingen L , van Hoeve K , Hoffman I
Published: September 2024

Background: There’s a growing interest in blended food (BF) as an alternative to commercial food (CF) for tube-fed children. Thus, we investigated parental and medical experiences with BF as an option for tube feeding in children.

Methods: In this cross-sectional study, all patients were already using BF, chosen by parents. In March 2022, all patients using BF provided consent and completed a questionnaire assessing their experiences. Medical data were collected retrospectively from patient charts, including biometric changes, dietary adjustments, and nutritional status. A non-validated parent satisfaction score was computed from 17 questions, rated on a scale from one to five. A score of ≥ 51 points, indicating an average score of > 3 per question, was deemed indicative of a positive parental experience with BF.

Results: Nine children receiving BF were identified (median age: 4.7 years; weight: 14.9 kg; 66% male). All parents were satisfied with BF, reflected in the parent satisfaction score. Parents cited reduced feeding-related discomforts as the main reason for switching to BF. Weight (+0.3 SD) and length (+0.5 SD) showed positive changes. None discontinued BF, though modifications were made for five patients by the dietician. Nutritional deficiencies, mainly iron with or without zinc deficiency, were observed in four patients, with uncertain onset due to lack of pre-BF laboratory testing.

Conclusions: In this small BF cohort overseen by an experienced multidisciplinary team, BF was well tolerated, resulting in high parental satisfaction and maintaining good nutritional status.
Diagnosing and managing irritable bowel syndrome with predominant diarrhoea in clinical practice: online survey among gastroenterologists and general practitioners
Authors: Casteels Ph. , Kindt S
Published: September 2024

Introduction: Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) represents the most common disorder of gut-brain interaction encountered in clinical practice. The Rome IV criteria define the disorder. Over the years, many guidelines proposed guidance during the diagnostic and therapeutic approach of patients with presumed IBS.

Aim: This study investigates the management of IBS with predominant diarrhoea (IBS-D) by Belgian gastroenterologists (GE) and general practitioners (GP) in daily practice.

Methods: An online vignette-based survey was conducted exploring the diagnostic and therapeutic approach of patients suffering from IBS with predominant diarrhoea (IBS-D) in primary and secondary care.

Results: 64 GE and 31 GP completed the survey. Abdominal pain and discomfort led to an IBS diagnosis in 88% and 84% of cases, respectively. The diagnosis rate dropped to 58.3% with diarrhoea as main presentation and 26.8% for patients aged 65. Additional tests were ordered by 89.5% of physicians, including biochemistry (77.9%), stool culture and parasites (59.3%), iFOBT (60.5%), breath testing (17.4%), imaging (12.8%), and endoscopy (9.3%). Upon normal results, 57% of physicians did not order further investigations. Both GP and GE preferred spasmolytics (64.3%) and dietary interventions (23.9%) as first-line treatment for IBS. Second-line treatment options included referral to a specialist or colleague (19.4%), dietary intervention (22.6%), neuromodulators (19.4%), and spasmolytics (14.5%). No GP initiated neuromodulators.

Conclusion: In Belgium, abdominal pain or discomfort are equivalent cardinal symptoms when diagnosing IBS. During the further diagnostic and therapeutic approach most physicians order only limited additional non-invasive testing. Spasmolytics and dietary interventions are favoured in first-line. Upon failure, only GE prescribe neuromodulators, while GP opt for referral. These findings are consistent with the general principles and recommendations outlined in the recently published Belgian guideline for IBS.
Post-colonoscopy appendicitis: a thought-provoking unresolved entity
Authors: Karam A , Hittelet A , Journe S , Flamme F
Published: September 2024

Meaningful coincidences exist in our daily medical practice, awaiting recognition by those who possess keen observation. While post-colonoscopy appendicitis is a rare entity that is merely reported in the literature, there are many pathophysiological explanations that could make it more than just a coincidence. At our center, we came across two documented instances of post-colonoscopy appendicitis.
ANALISIS PENGARUH PELATIHAN DAN PENGEMBANGAN KARIR TERHADAP KINERJA PEGAWAI PADA KANTOR KEMENTRIAN AGAMA KOTA SINGKAWANG
Authors: Sudarso Erik
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mengetahui seberapa besar pengaruh Pelatihan dan Pengembangan Karir terhadap Kinerja Pegawai pada Kantor Kementerian Agama Kota Singkawang. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah penelitian kuantitatif dengan teknik pengumpulan datamenggunakan kuisioner dan menggunakanteknik probability sampilng simple random sampling dalam mengambil sampel. Data yang digunakan, yaitu data profil Kantor Kementerian Agama Kota Singkawang,data kuisioner, data olahan primer, dan data olahan SPSS Versi 25. Berdasarkan hasil uji T atau uji parsial menunjukan nilai signifikan Pelatihan dan Pengembangan Karir berpengaruh positifterhadap Kinerja Pegawai.Uji F diketahuinilai signifikan 0,000 lebih kecil dari 0,05 makaPelatihan dan Pengembangan Karir secara simultan berpengaruh terhadap Kinerja Pegawai.Berdasarkan Hasil Uji Determinasi (R2) diperoleh nilai R2 sebesar 0,361 atau 36,1 persen. Saran yang disampaikan penulis, yaitu Kantor Kementerian Agama Kota Singkawang sebaiknya bisa menggunakan hasil dari penelitian pengaruh Pelatihan dan Pengembangan karir ini dapat dijadikan informasi dalam melihat kinerja Pegawai yang dapat digunakan untuk membantu meningkatkan Pelatihan dan mengembangkan karir pegawai sehingga bisa meningkatkan motivasi dalam bekerja dan meningkatkan kinerja pegawai.
Remembering Sidney Hook
Authors: Shapiro Edward S.
Published: September 2024

A review of "The Disputed Legacy of Sidney Hook," by Gary Bullert, Lexington Books, 2022, pp. 339, $95.28 hardcover.
The Enlightenment: From Primary Sources
Authors: Groothuis Douglas
Published: September 2024

A review of "The Enlightenment: The Pursuit of Happiness: 1680-1790," by Richie Robertson, Harper, 2021, pp. 1008, $45.
An Optimist Leads by Example
Authors: Wood Peter W.
Published: September 2024

A review of "An Optimist Leads by Example," by John Agresto, Encounter, 2022, pp. 256, $27.99 hardbound.
The Bard’s God
Authors: Beauchamp Gorman
Published: September 2024

A review of "The Bard's God," by Gideon Rappaport, One Mind Good Press, 2022, pp. 514, $32 hardbound.
Does the West Hate Itself?
Authors: Howard William L.
Published: September 2024

A review of "Does the West Hate Itself?," by Benedict Beckeld, Northern Illinois Press, an imprint of Cornell University Press, 2022, pp. 264, $25.80 hardcover.
O RASTREAMENTO DA ESTEATOSE HEPÁTICA NO DIABETES MELLITUS TIPO 2
Authors: Silva Marina Corrêa da , Carneiro Christiane Guedes , Vieira Louise Moreira , França Marina Kengen , Cerqueira Peter Allison Soares , Ferraz Adriana Rodrigues
Published: September 2024

O objetivo desse estudo foi analisar a alta prevalência entre esteatose hepática e diabetes mellitus tipo 2, o aumento da morbimortalidade pela associação dos dois quadros clínicos, identificar fármacos que fossem eficazes e acessíveis para o tratamento e elucidar um método diagnóstico também acessível e de baixo custo à saúde pública. Foi realizada uma busca por trabalhos preexistentes nas plataformas SciELO e BVS e um total de 28 artigos científicos foram incluídos após a aplicação de critérios de inclusão e exclusão. Através dos estudos analisados, foi observada a alta prevalência entre as duas patologias e o aumento da morbimortalidade pelos riscos representados e somados pelos dois quadros clínicos, sendo os cardiovasculares os principais. A classe farmacológica com melhor ação terapêutica e profilática no manejo das duas patologias foi a dos inibidores do cotransportador de sódio-glicose-2 (iSGLT2). Os exames complementares utilizados para o diagnóstico da DHGNA em DM2 foram os exames laboratoriais de hemograma e lipidograma associados ao exame de imagem por ultrassonografia ou tomografia computadorizada de abdome comprovando algum grau de esteatose hepática, tornando o diagnóstico mais barato e mais acessível à saúde pública. Em suma, é importante que os profissionais de saúde saibam a necessidade do rastreamento da DHGNA no manejo do diabetes mellitus tipo 2, a fim de que esses pacientes sejam abordados de forma precoce e correta e tenham sua morbimortalidade alterada.
MANEJO DE TAQUIARRITMIAS NO DEPARTAMENTO DE EMERGÊNCIA: UMA REVISÃO PRÁTICA
Authors: Rocha Rafael Sampaio , Sampaio Lara Ventura , Nogueira André Marinho Paiva , Obara Andrew Shigueioshi , Rocha João Victor de Holanda , Vieira Luís Eduardo Matoso , Krufk Aquila Ronaldi Moraes , Araruna Filho Luiz Márcio de Almeida , Farias Neto Raimundo Coelho Bezerra de , Braga José Roberto de Oliveira
Published: September 2024

O manejo de taquiarritmias no departamento de emergência é crucial devido ao risco de vida dessas condições. As taquiarritmias, como taquicardia supraventricular, fibrilação atrial e taquicardia ventricular, exigem avaliação rápida e precisa. Pacientes instáveis devem ser imediatamente submetidos à cardioversão elétrica sincronizada. Para pacientes estáveis, o tratamento varia conforme o tipo de arritmia: manobras vagais e adenosina para taquicardia supraventricular, controle da frequência cardíaca com bloqueadores para fibrilação atrial, e amiodarona intravenosa para taquicardia ventricular. Em casos de parada cardíaca por taquicardia ou fibrilação ventricular, a desfibrilação imediata é essencial. Além do tratamento agudo, o acompanhamento a longo prazo, incluindo possíveis intervenções definitivas como ablação por cateter ou CDI, é fundamental. Este texto revisa as melhores práticas para o manejo dessas condições críticas no ambiente de emergência.
RABDOMIÓLISE EQUINA: RELATO DE CASO
Authors: Fiorenza Lavínia Cristina de Alcântara , Gomiero Rennê Leonardo Sant'Ana , Silva Paula dos Santos Farias da
Published: September 2024

A rabdomiólise equina é uma síndrome clínica e laboratorial que resulta na lise das células musculares esqueléticas, levando à liberação de substâncias intracelulares na circulação. Esta condição possui uma origem multifatorial e é a alteração muscular mais comum em equinos, frequentemente resultando em queda de desempenho em diversas raças. O objetivo do trabalho é relatar e discutir um caso de rabdomiólise equina em um cavalo jovem, de seis anos, atendido a campo. O animal apresentou desconforto, rigidez muscular, tremores musculares, desidratação, sudorese, dor severa, sensibilidade musculoesquelética, dificuldade de micção e mioglobinúria. Diante dos achados laboratoriais, sinais clínicos, criteriosa anamnese e histórico do animal, foi estabelecido o diagnóstico presuntivo de rabdomiólise. Referente ao tratamento foram aplicados métodos referidos na literatura, e ao longo do atendimento o animal obteve uma positiva evolução. O paciente apresentou função renal preservada, porém, com sequelas de atrofia no músculo bíceps femoral do membro posterior direito. Ademais, é fundamental adotar medidas preventivas e um manejo adequado dos animais, para prevenir e reduzir os riscos de complicações graves ou evolução fatal.
RESPONSABILIDADE OBJETIVA DO EMPREGADOR E VULNERABILIDADE DO TRABALHADOR: ACIDENTES DE TRABALHO E DOENÇAS OCUPACIONAIS
Authors: Souza Edmar Rocha de , Honorato Jaqueline Santos , Oliveira Demerson Souza de , Morais Uerlei Magalhaes de
Published: September 2024

Este estudo tem como objetivo examinar a viabilidade de estabelecer a responsabilidade objetiva do empregador em casos de acidentes de trabalho e doenças ocupacionais, considerando a vulnerabilidade do trabalhador. Os números de acidentes e doenças profissionais registrados no Brasil, conforme dados do site do Ministério da Previdência Social, são preocupantes. O trabalho apresenta as definições legais e doutrinárias pertinentes ao tema, abordando conceitos de acidentes e doenças profissionais, suas definições, características, equiparações e distinções mais relevantes. Além disso, inclui uma análise da jurisprudência trabalhista regional sobre a evolução da responsabilização civil do empregador nesses casos. O objetivo é apresentar exemplos de fixação da responsabilidade civil, tanto subjetiva quanto objetiva, do empregador com base em casos concretos. O estudo também examina os impactos da reforma trabalhista na determinação da responsabilidade civil do empregador, bem como explora os conceitos, distinções e aplicações do conceito de vulnerabilidade nas relações de trabalho. Por fim, demonstra-se como o reconhecimento da vulnerabilidade do trabalhador pode ser utilizado para fundamentar a responsabilidade objetiva do empregador em casos de infortúnios laborais.
Alongshore sediment transport analysis for a semi-enclosed basin: a case study of the Gulf of Riga, the Baltic Sea
Authors: Soomere Tarmo , Jankowski Mikolaj Zbiegniew , Eelsalu Maris , Parnell Kevin Ellis , Viška Maija
Published: September 2024

Abstract. The properties of wave-driven sediment transport and the dimensions of single sedimentary compartments are often radically different in different parts of semi-enclosed water bodies with an anisotropic wind climate. The western, southern and eastern shores of the Gulf of Riga are a remote part of the more than 700 km long interconnected sedimentary coastal system of the eastern Baltic Sea from Samland in Kaliningrad District, Russia, to Pärnu Bay, Estonia. Even though shores of the gulf are generally straight or gently curved, the presence of small headlands and variations in the orientation of the coastline give rise to numerous fully or partially separated sedimentary compartments. We decompose sedimentary shores of this gulf into single compartments and cells based on the analysis of wave-driven potential sediment transport using high-resolution wave time series and the Coastal Engineering Research Centre (CERC) approach. The western shores of the Gulf of Riga form a large interconnected sedimentary system with intense sediment transport that is largely fed by sand transported from the Baltic proper. The southern shores have much less intense sediment transport and mostly accumulation areas. The south-eastern sector of the gulf is an end station of counter-clockwise sand transport. The eastern shore consists of several almost isolated sedimentary cells and contains a longer segment where clockwise transport predominates. The transport rates along different shore segments show extensive interannual variations but no explicit trends in the period 1990–2022.
Scalable Machine Learning Methods and Datasets for Software Vulnerability Detection
Authors:   , Connor McLaughlin
Published: September 2024

This thesis presents two novel methods that utilize machine learning models to identify the presence and types of security vulnerabilities in computer programs. To address the scarcity of high-quality datasets in this domain, a new dataset was created based on real-world, open-source software covering a wide range of vulnerability types labelled by humans. The machine learning models were trained and evaluated on this dataset, with our method achieving higher detection rates when compared to other published work and static analysis techniques, demonstrating an improvement in vulnerability detection systems.
Investigation of Electroactive Organic Species for Redox Flow Battery Applications
Authors:   , Herd Tenille
Published: September 2024

Organic redox flow batteries are a type of energy storage technology that uses organic molecules in a pumped organic solvent system to operate. The use of organic materials reduces our reliance on metals and disturbing the environment. Additionally, this technology could aid the widespread adoption of renewable energy technologies as part of an approach to address the climate change crisis through the use of cheap feedstock. In this work, a number of studies were conducted to assess organic compounds for their suitability for use as catholyte material within an organic redox flow battery.
PENGARUH DISIPLIN KERJA TERHADAP KINERJA KARYAWAN DI PT ALAM JAYA GRAHA
Authors: Abdullah Aliah , Army Widya Lelisa , Rahayu Tutik
Published: September 2024

Work discipline is a crucial factor in achieving a company's goals. This study aims to determine the impact of work discipline on employee performance in the Logistics Division of PT Alam Jaya Graha. The company operates in the transportation sector and is based in Bekasi, West Java. The research was conducted using arithmetic mean and simple linear regression methods, with a sample size of 71 respondents and census is adapted. The findings indicate that the average work discipline score is 3.55, which falls into the "Good" category, and the average employee performance score is 3.56, also categorized as "Good." Furthermore, the simple linear regression analysis shows that work discipline has a positive and significant effect on employee performance (0.00 0.05). The coefficient of determination obtained is 97%, indicating that work discipline has a substantial contribution to influencing employee performance. Future research is recommended to use different methods and a combination of more independent variables
PENGARUH KETERSEDIAAN FITUR, KEAMANAN DAN KEMUDAHAN TERHADAP KENYAMANAN PENGGUNAAN MOBILE BANKING
Authors: K Felicia Chandra , Dian Wulandari Oryz Agnu
Published: September 2024

The widespread use of mobile banking in every transaction leads to high user expectations for mobile banking services. This poses a significant challenge for banks to focus on user comfort. This study aims to measure the impact of feature availability, security, and ease of use on the comfort of mobile banking users. The research sample was obtained using a random sampling technique from mobile banking users in Cirebon City, with a total of 100 respondents, and data collection was conducted through a Google Form questionnaire. This study employs quantitative analysis, including outer loading analysis, inner model analysis, discriminant validity test, reliability test, determination coefficient test (R Square), effect size test (F Square), and predictive relevance test (Q Predict).Key words:features, security, userfriendly, comfort, mobile banking.
EFEKTIFITAS IMPLEMENTASI PENGEMBANGAN SDM PADA PRODUKTIVITAS KARYAWAN BAGIAN PENJUALAN
Authors: Fitriana Ayu Lestari Ni Wayan , Suwandi Suwandi , Turini Turini , Dewansyah Bilal
Published: September 2024

This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the implementation of human resource development (HR) on the productivity of sales employees at PT. Sophie Cosmetic Cirebon. HR development includes various training programs, skills improvement and competency development aimed at improving employee capabilities and performance. The research method used is qualitative with a case study approach. Data was obtained through in-depth interviews with 20 sales employees and 1 HR manager at PT. Sophie Cosmetic Cirebon. The research results show that the implementation of HR development at PT. Sophie Cosmetic Cirebon is generally effective in increasing the productivity of sales employees. Employees involved in HR development programs report significant improvements in sales skills, communication and product understanding. The implications of this research highlight the importance of planning and implementing a structured and sustainable HR development program to achieve optimal results.Keywords: Effectiveness, HR Development, Employee Productivity, Sales.
The Effects of High-Intensity Interval Training on Cardiometabolic Health in Children and Adolescents: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Authors: Song Yuan , Lan Huihui
Published: September 2024

High-intensity interval training (HIIT) interventions are typically prescribed according to several laboratory-based parameters and fixed reference intensities to accurately calibrate exercise intensity. Repeated all-out printing efforts, or sprint interval training, is another form of HIIT that is prescribed without individual reference intensity as it is performed in maximal intensities. No previous study has performed a systematic review and meta-analysis to investigate the effect of HIIT and SIT on cardiometabolic health markers in children and adolescents. Moreover, previous studies have focused on single risk factors and exercise modalities, which may restrict their ability to capture a complete picture of the factors that could be affected by different interval interventions. The present study aimed to conduct a novel meta-analysis on the effects of HIIT and SIT on multiple cardiometabolic health markers in children and adolescents. An electronic search was conducted in three main online databases including PubMed, Web of Science, and Scopus were searched from inception to July 2024 to identify randomized and non-randomized control trials comparing HIIT and SIT versus the non-exercise control group in children and adolescents with mean age ranges from 6 to 18 years old on cardiometabolic health markers including fasting glucose and insulin, insulin resistance, triglyceride (TG), total cholesterol (TC), low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL), high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL), systolic blood (SBP) and diastolic blood (DBP) pressures. Standardized mean differences (SMD), weighted mean differences (WMD), and confidence were calculated using a random effect model. HIIT decreased insulin, insulin resistance, TG, TC, LDL, and SBP and increased HDL but did not decrease glucose and DBP. Furthermore, subgroup analyses show that insulin and insulin resistance were decreased by sprint interval training (SIT) and in those with obesity. Lipid profile mainly is improved by SIT and in those with obesity. Also, SBP was decreased by SIT and in those with obesity. Our results prove that HIIT is an effective intervention for improving cardiometabolic health in children and adolescents, mainly those with obesity. Specifically, SIT is an effective interval training mode in children and adolescents.
Analyzing the Intricate Nexus of Ecological Footprint, Urbanization & Economic Growth in South Asia: A Panel 2SLS Analysis
Authors: Ain Qurat ul , Awan Asma , Bashir Furrukh
Published: September 2024

The depletion of natural resources, environmental degradation, and climate change are critical global concerns. In South Asia, rapid urbanization and economic growth have improved living standards, but they have also exerted significant pressure on the environment. It is crucial to determine interconnectedness and common determinants of these factors to address the environmental challenges effectively and promote sustainable development. This study explores the relationship between environmental degradation, urbanization, and economic growth in five South Asian countries—Bangladesh, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and India, over the period 1994 to 2022. To analyze these connections, this study develops indices for infrastructure and governance using Principal Component Analysis (PCA). Several tests, including the Im, Pesaran, and Shin test and the Fisher and Pesaran Augmented Dickey-Fuller unit root test, are applied to ensure the stationarity of the variables. The Variance Inflation Factor is used to check for multicollinearity, and the Wald coefficient restriction test confirms the presence of simultaneity. Findings from the Panel Two-Stage Least Squares (2SLS) regression indicate a significant one-way positive relationship between economic growth and ecological footprint, suggesting that economic growth leads to an increased environmental impact. Additionally, urbanization shows a direct positive link to both ecological footprint and economic growth, although the reverse effects are not statistically significant. The study also finds that industrialization and infrastructure development significantly contribute to urbanization and environmental degradation. Infrastructure, however, negatively impacts economic growth, while globalization encourages urbanization and reduces environmental harm. Education is found to have a strong negative relationship with urbanization. The study concludes that achieving environmentally conscious economic growth in South Asia requires focusing on sustainable development goals, investing in green infrastructure, adopting eco-friendly industrial practices, and improving the education system in the region.
The Role of Government Spending and Public Debt in Shaping Pakistan's Economic Growth: A Statistical Analysis
Authors: Mustafa Sadia , Ismail Suraya Binti , Shah Muhammad Zeeshan Mustafa
Published: September 2024

Pakistan has yet to gather enough funds to cover its budget. As a result, twin deficits emerged, forcing the government to rely on domestic and international debt to fund development projects. Current study investigates the link between government debt, expenditure and economic advancement in Pakistan. Several sources, including the World Bank database, International Financial Statistics, Pakistan Economic Survey, and others, offered statistics on public debt, government expenditure, inflation, GDP growth rate, and interest rates for 41 years from 1980 to 2020. Autoregressive distributed lag model was used for econometric research. Study used unit root (ADF and PP) tests to confirm the data's stationarity. Findings of the study revealed that public debt and interest rates had a substantial negative link with economic growth. However, expenditure on both development and non-development and inflation had a significant positive correlation with GDP growth. The findings show that all of the identified variables substantially influence government spending. Pakistan's economic development is driven mainly by governmental spending, interest rates and debt. The study recommends that to secure long-term economic growth, the government should responsibly manage debt stocks.
Accuracy of Anterior Shoulder Injections Without Image Guidance: A Prospective Controlled Study
Authors:   Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Italian Hospital of Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina, Dardanelli Pablo , Brandariz Rodrigo ,   Shoulder Unit, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Italian Hospital of Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina, Tanoira Ignacio ,   Shoulder Unit, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Italian Hospital of Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina, Rossi Luciano ,   Shoulder Unit, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Italian Hospital of Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina, Ranalletta Maximiliano ,   Shoulder Unit, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Italian Hospital of Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Published: September 2024

Introduction: This study aims to assess the accuracy of glenohumeral joint injections through an anterosuperior approach using anatomical landmarks as a guide and arthroscopic visualization as the control method and to evaluate whether there is any association between accuracy, the physicians training, and the patient’s pathology. Materials and Methods: A sample size of 124 patients was calculated. A prospective cohort study including 164 consecutive patients was conducted. All patients over 18 years of age who underwent shoulder arthroscopy during the study period were included. A needle was placed using an anterosuperior approach before the beginning of the surgery alternating between a shoulder surgeon and a resident. Direct visualization through a posterior arthroscopic view was used to verify correct needle placement. Each case was classified as success or failure based on the arthroscopic intra-articular visualization of the needle. Univariate and multivariate analyses were performed to evaluate the relationship between injection accuracy, operator experience, and patient pathology. A p-value less than 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: Of the 164 needles placed, 131 were intra-articular, giving a total correct placement rate of 80% (95% CI, 73–86%). Experts had an accuracy of 88%, compared to a precision rate of 72% for residents (p<0.001). A logistic regression was performed to evaluate which factors are independently associated with injection accuracy failure. Patients diagnosed with adhesive capsulitis had an OR of 6.15 for injection failure. Conclusions: This study shows that an anterior-superior approach shoulder injection technique performed by a shoulder specialist without image guidance has a high precision rate. However, in physicians with no experience in shoulder surgery, as well as in some pathologies such as adhesive capsulitis, the accuracy of the procedure decreases significantly and thus, in these cases, the use of some type of image guidance during the procedure may be recommended to achieve greater precision.
The Role of a New Hinged Total Knee Arthroplasty System for Use in a Variety of Complex Knee Scenarios: A Case Series
Authors:   The Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopaedics, Baltimore, MD, Hameed Daniel , Springer Bryan D. ,   Department of Orthopaedics, Mayo Clinic Florida, Jacksonville, Florida, Malkani Arthur L. ,   Department of Orthopaedics, University of Louisville, Louisville, Kentucky, Mont Michael A. ,   The Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopaedics, Baltimore, MD
Published: September 2024

Hinged knee arthroplasties are commonly used in scenarios where there are major ligament deficiencies or bone loss around the knee. They are applicable in native knees with major deformities and during revisions. They can also be used as a salvage procedure after distal femoral resection. The new modular hinged device system, namely the Triathlon Hinge Knee (THK) System (Stryker, Mahwah, New Jersey), reflects the advancements of third-generation design and enhances surgical flexibility by allowing streamlined integration with the Triathlon Total Stabilized (TS) System (Stryker, Mahwah, New Jersey) and the Global Modular Replacement System (GMRS, Stryker, Mahwah, New Jersey). Additionally, the Triathlon Revision Tibial Baseplate (Stryker, Mahwah, New Jersey) has been launched as part of THK and is compatible with the Modular Rotating Hinge (MRH , Stryker, Mahwah, New Jersey) femur, which allows the Revision Baseplate to replace the existing tibial component while leaving the existing MRH Femoral Component in place. The Triathlon Revision Tibial Baseplate enables orthopaedic surgeons to use constrained or hinged prostheses, including both distal and total femoral replacement options, without changing the Tibial Baseplate. This is because the TS, MRH, THK, and GMRS femurs are compatible with the new Triathlon Revision Tibial Baseplate. Additionally, the system can be augmented with metaphyseal cone constructs to help provide a stable foundation for reconstruction. This report explores the application of a new modular hinged device system in various scenarios, starting with (1) complex primary hinged knee arthroplasty, followed by revision hinged knee arthroplasty cases including (2) failed TKA with medial collateral ligament (MCL) dysfunction, (3) severe arthrofibrosis post-TKA, (4) revisions for prosthetic joint infection, (5) extensor mechanism deficiency, and (6) arthrofibrosis with extensor mechanism disruption, concluding with a case of (7) distal femoral arthroplasty for periprosthetic fracture post-failed TKA.
“I’ve become more critical”: Development of Dutch elementary teachers’ beliefs about history and history teaching in an inquiry-based professional learning program
Authors:   University of Amsterdam, Netherlands, Potjer Yolande , Dobber Marjolein ,   Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Netherlands, van Boxtel Carla ,   University of Amsterdam, Netherlands
Published: September 2024

This study aims to explore how elementary school teachers’ beliefs about the nature of history and pedagogical beliefs about teaching history developed over the course of a two-year professional development (PD) program and which elements of the program stimulated this development. This PD program aimed to develop participants’ skills in historical reasoning and in designing inquiry-based history lessons that encourage students to reason historically. Teachers engaged in historical reasoning and developed and implemented activities for inquiry-based learning in their history lessons. In this qualitative study, we interviewed nine teachers before and after the program, and they completed the Beliefs about Learning and Teaching History questionnaire before, during and after the program. Thematic analysis of the data shows that elementary teachers participating in our PD program developed more nuanced beliefs about history. Both epistemic and pedagogical beliefs became more crystallized and more criterialist in nature, but it is especially participants’ pedagogical beliefs that became more oriented toward inquiry into historical sources and the importance of developing historical reasoning skills in students. Our findings also indicate that more naïve ideas remained in addition to more nuanced beliefs. Participants indicated that their pedagogical beliefs about teaching history and conducting historical inquiry changed because of the program. Based on the final interviews, we identified five elements that enhanced participants’ professional development toward teaching inquiry-based history lessons and influenced their epistemic beliefs. It was the combination of engaging in historical inquiry, modeling by the facilitator, participating in group discussions about historical inquiry, searching for historical sources themselves and developing and discussing their own lesson designs and putting them into practice that made participants see the possibilities of inquiry-based history learning and stimulated the development of their beliefs. The findings of this study imply that to prepare elementary teachers to teach history in a way that fosters inquiry into historical sources and historical reasoning, PD programs and teacher education should pay attention to the epistemology of history as a discipline and provide teachers with tools to do inquiry.
Podcasts as Teacher Talk in Historical Thinking
Authors:   University of Ottawa, Canada, Wallace-Casey Cynthia
Published: September 2024

One of the challenges associated with preparing teacher-candidates to teach historical thinking involves moving away from narrative practices that inhibit explicit use of historical thinking concepts. One belief is that if teachers are able to demonstrate out loud how historians work with primary sources—and thus model historical reasoning through the use of historical thinking strategies—they can better assist their students to arrive at more complex understandings about the constructed nature of history. Indeed, as van Boxtel and van Drie (2018) have argued, how teacher-candidates make sense of the past is key to how their future students will learn to make sense of the past. In this practice-oriented journal article, I explore the benefits and challenges of using podcasts as a pedagogy for preparing pre-service teachers to model historical thinking—and thus engage in dynamic conversations as teacher talk. Through a semester-long project that culminated in the development of “Unwritten Histories” podcasts, teacher-candidates were encouraged to work in groups to adopt a National History Day framework for historical inquiry. This involved the use of annotated bibliographies, inquiry questions, and storylines. Participants were also required to adopt a vocabulary for historical thinking, thus practising the strategy of modelling historical thinking out loud—as teacher talk. This pedagogy was found to be beneficial in supporting a criterialist stance in historical reasoning. What makes this inquiry unique is that while a great deal of research has been undertaken with regards to explicitly teaching historical reasoning through document-based writing (De La Paz et al., 2010; Monte-Sano, 2011; Nokes et al., 2007; Sendur et al., 2021), very little research has been undertaken with regards to creating dialogic podcasts for this purpose.
Weak vs Strong Knowledge Spillover Effects. Evidence from Geographic Distribution of Innovative Startup in Italy
Authors: Barboza Gustavo , Pede Valerien
Published: September 2024

This paper introduces the concepts of weak and strong knowledge spillover effects within the context of the Knowledge Spillover Theory of Entrepreneurship. In this context, the fundamental idea of our proposition is to provide a comprehensive analysis of the factors and conditions promoting and supporting entrepreneurship development at the regional and provincial level using a unique unbalanced panel database, consisting of 9242 Italian Innovative startups for the period 2008-2018. In general terms, we argue that the evidence from our unbalanced panel dataset indicates that these dynamics are as follows. First, spillover effects deriving from competition are initially strong at the province level, and later decay to weak spillover effects at the regional level. Second, in terms of specialization (intra-industry) spillover effects, they are initially strong at the provincial level, and later become weak at the regional level. Third, spillover effects deriving from diversity (inter-industry) are predominantly strong at the regional level, yet weak at the provincial level of aggregation. At the provincial level, higher levels of competition result in strong knowledge spillover effects leading to higher new firm formation, with weak knowledge spillover effects deriving from specialization. Furthermore, in line with the Knowledge Spillover Theory of Entrepreneurship, the existence of non-homogeneous distribution of opportunities and related knowledge spillover effects create heterogeneity of patterns of new firm formation across different units of geographic aggregation. These results provide evidence of constraint potential for growth that remains a puzzle and challenge for academics and policymakers.
Capítulo 4. Las audiencias digitales
Authors: Calvo Dafne , López-García Guillermo , Aguar-Torres Joaquín
Published: September 2024

El capítulo describe la transformación del ecosistema mediático ligada al uso de las plataformas comerciales más amplias. Los modelos de negocio basados en la recopilación de datos promueven el fomento de la interacción, la fragmentación de la comunicación y la polarización del debate. En el caso de los medios de comunicación, este contexto plantea nuevas prácticas productivas. La curación de contenidos propone formas de gestión de la información ante la sobreabundancia. El posicionamiento en buscadores resulta fundamental para la visibilidad mediática. En término generales, la interacción y participación de las audiencias en medios digitales redefine su rol, e implica el desarrollo de estrategias para captar y fidelizar usuarios.
Hand Rejuvenation with Novel Calcium Hydroxyapatite Dermal Filler (Stiim): a Case Report
Authors: Kasai Matheus , Viana Renata
Published: September 2024

The report investigates hand rejuvenation using a novel dermal filler based on calcium hydroxyapatite. Hands undergo aging due to environmental factors and age-related changes. We present a case report of a patient who received applications of the product on the dorsum of the hand, exhibiting visible improvement in volume and reduced visibility of veins and tendons. Aesthetic evaluation indicates a 'very much improved' outcome, both for the physician and the patient. This report highlights the promising application of the novel dermal filler for hand rejuvenation.
ОРУСИЯ ИМПЕРИЯСЫНЫН ТҮРКСТАНДАГЫ “МУСУЛМАНЧЫЛЫК МАСЕЛЕСИНЕ” КАРАТА МАМИЛЕСИ
Authors: Авазов Эрнис Абдыманапович
Published: September 2024

Макалада Россия империясынын мамлекеттик-конфессиялык саясатынын маанилүү аспектилеринин бири катары "мусулманчылык маселесинин" калыптануу жана өнүгүү тарыхына сереп салынды.  Аталган мамиленин алкагында Кафумандын “Исламга этабар бербөө” башкаруу курсунун маанисин жана анын ордун ачып берүүгө аракеттер жасалды. Падыша өкмөтүнун империянын мусулман калктарына карата саясаты көп жактуу болгондугу ачып берилди. Мындай саясат отурукташкан жана көчмөн калктын мусулмандык жана диний фанатизм деңгээлине жараша жүргөндүгү белгиленди. Элдик көтөрүлүштөрдүн жыйынтыгында дин саясатын, мусулманчылыкка карата кайра карап чыгуу аракеттери бир нече жолу болгондугу ачылып берилди. Автор падышачылыктын диний көтөрүмдүүлүк принцибине негизделген Түркстандагы мусулмандарга карата саясаты мусулман калкына динди таңуулоого жана ачык диний басмырлоону ишке ашырууга жол койбогон деген тыянакка келген.
БАЙЫРКЫ ТҮРКТӨРДҮН МАДАНИЯТЫ ЖАНА РУХАНИЙ ДҮЙНӨСҮ: (КОЧКОР ӨРӨӨНҮНДӨГҮ АРХЕОЛОГИЯЛЫК ТАБЫЛГАЛАРДЫН НЕГИЗИНДЕ)
Authors: Чолпонбек кызы Рахима
Published: September 2024

Макалада байыркы түрк элинин жана анын маданиятынын келип чыгышы жана калыптанышы археологиялык булактардын негизинде болот. Археологиялык эстеликтер боюнча кыргыз элинин калыптанышы узак жолду басып өткөн. Байыркылардын айрым каада-салттары, маданиятынын үлгүлөрү бүгүнкү күндө кыргыз маданиятында сакталып келе жатат.