bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Second localization of a lymphoma affecting the nasopharynx
Authors: MS Diouf , M Ndiaye , F Fall , A Thiam , A Diop , R Deguenonvo
Published: January 2024

Non-Hodgkin lymphomas are lymphoid malignant neoplasms with diverse biological and clinical behavior. They rarely affect the nasopharynx. Most patients respond well to chemotherapy, which may be combined with radiotherapy but relapses are frequent. We report the case of a 52-year-old female patient first treated for abdominal B lymphoma which recurred 13 years later in the nasopharynx after a complete response to initial treatment. The patient complained of rhinolalia and bilateral purulent rhinorrhea. Chemotherapy controlled the lesion. Thus we must consider a second nasopharyngeal location of NHML in cases of nasopharyngeal signs with associated cervical lymph nodes.
Morphology of the inferior laryngeal nerve (recurrent nerve) in the anterior cervical region: A report of 30 thyroidectomies
Authors: Mame Sanou Diouf , Moustapha Ndiaye , Jean Marc Ndiaga Ndoye , Magaye Gaye , Malick Ndiaye , Abdoulaye Ndiaye , Raymond Diouf
Published: January 2024

Objective: To study the morphological peculiarities of the left and right Inferior Laryngeal Nerves (ILN) in the anterior cervical region and their variations induced by thyroid pathology. Materials and methods: The study concerned 30 patients who underwent thyroidectomy at the ENT and cervico-facial surgery department of Idrissa POUYE general hospital (HOGIP) from June 1st, 2018 to June 30, 2019. Age, sex, morphotype, operative indication, type of thyroidectomy, route, morphometry, and mode of termination of the ILN were studied. Results: The mean age was 42 years. There were 29 women and one man. Eleven patients (36.7%) were brevilinear, 8 patients (26.6%) were longilinear and 11 patients (36.7%) were of intermediate morphotype. Multinodular goiter was the indication for surgery in 18 cases. A total of 53 ILNs were studied (29 left and 24 right). Path variations concerned 8 left recurrent nerves (28%). The mean diameter of the ILN was 2mm. Longilinear patients and those with intermediate morphotypes had the longest recurrent nerves, while brevilinear patients had the thickest nerves. On the right, the ILN was bifid in 10 cases (41.6%), trifurcated in 3 cases (12.5%), and fan-shaped in 1 case (4.1%). On the left, it was bifid in 23 cases (79.3%) and trifurcated in 2 cases (6.8%). Conclusion: The caliber of the recurrent nerve is relatively large, and can sometimes be spindly, especially on the right. Morphotype may predict ILN dimensions. Extra-laryngeal division of the ILN is a common situation.
Infecção de sítio cirúrgico e o telemonitoramento pelo enfermeiro no pós-operatório: uma revisão de escopo
Authors: Santos Janessa Vieira , Flores Paula Vanessa Peclat , Ferreira Marcus Vinícius da Cunha , Pinto Vitória Viana Gomes , De Sá Lorrayne Valério , Silva Juliana Santos da
Published: January 2024

Objetivo: mapear evidências científicas sobre a prevenção e o manejo precoce de infecção de sítio cirúrgico por telemonitoramento em pacientes cirúrgicos após alta hospitalar. Método: revisão de escopo desenvolvida conforme proposto pelo Instituto Joanna Briggs (JBI). Foi realizada a pesquisa nas bases de dados PubMed, Literatura Latino-americana e do Caribe em Ciências da Saúde (LILACS), Cochrane Collaboration, Scopus, CINAHL, MEDLINE, Web of Science e Embase. Os estudos foram adicionados ao gerenciador Endnote Basic e Rayyan por três pesquisadores independentes. Resultados: foram identificados 1.386 estudos e incluídos 31, os quais apresentaram relevância em relação a sinais de alerta precoce e tardio da infecção de sítio cirúrgico, complicações, fatores de risco, prevenção e utilização do telemonitoramento. Conclusão: observou-se que, embora os estudos abordem a infecção de sítio cirúrgico e o telemonitoramento, faz-se necessário a formulação dos instrumentos utilizados nas consultas telefônicas, contemplando com maior especificidade os critérios indispensáveis a serem abordados.
Navigating Generative Artificial Intelligence Promises and Perils for Knowledge and Creative Work
Authors: Benbya Hind ,   Deakin University, Strich Franz ,   Deakin University, Tamm Toomas ,   Deakin University
Published: January 2024

Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is rapidly becoming a viable tool to enhance productivity and act as a catalyst for innovation across various sectors. Its ability to perform tasks that have traditionally required human judgment and creativity is transforming knowledge and creative work. Yet it also raises concerns and implications that could reshape the very landscape of knowledge and creative work. In this editorial, we undertake an in-depth examination of both the opportunities and challenges presented by GenAI for future IS research.
Comparison of tree-based machine learning algorithms in price prediction of residential real estate
Authors: YAVUZ ÖZALP Ayşe , AKINCI Halil
Published: January 2024

Residential real estate is regarded as a safe and profitable investment tool while also meeting the basic human right to housing. The fact that there exists a large number of parameters both affecting the value of a house and varying based on place, person, and time makes the valuation process difficult. In this regard, accurate and realistic price prediction is critical for all stakeholders, particularly purchasers. Machine learning algorithms as an alternative to classical mathematical modeling methods offer great prospects for boosting the efficacy and success rate of price estimating models. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to investigate the applicability and prediction performance of the tree-based ML algorithms -Random Forest (RF), Gradient Boosting Machine (GBM), AdaBoost, and Extreme Gradient Boosting (XGBoost)- in house valuation for Artvin City Center. As a result of the study, the XGBoost and RF algorithms performed the best in estimating house value (0.705 and 0.701, respectively) as determined by the Correlation Coefficients (R2), Mean Absolute Error (MAE), and Root Mean Squared Error (RMSE) metrics. Thus, it can be said that ML algorithms, particularly XGBoost and RF, perform satisfactorily in residential real estate appraisal even with modest amounts of data and that the success rate grows as the amount of data increases.
A Blockchain Framework for Preserving Music Intellectual Property Rights
Authors: Zhang Shiyi , Wang Song
Published: January 2024

The continuous strengthening of intellectual property protection has made the analysis of music intellectual property framework a research hotspot, and also promoted the integration of blockchain and intellectual property. The original IP protection framework could not solve the problem of music IP protection, and IP protection was ineffective. Therefore, this paper proposes a framework based on blockchain technology to analyze the protection of music intellectual property rights. Firstly, the blockchain server is used to store the music intellectual property rights, and the continuity judgment is made according to the characteristics of the intellectual property data to form the block data of the time series. Then, according to the intellectual property results stored in each server, the blockchain framework with different protection levels is compared with the intellectual property protection requirements. After simulation test and analysis, the framework based on blockchain technology can improve the security of music intellectual property data, reduce the tampering rate of property rights data, remove the centralization of intellectual property rights, and simplify the intellectual property protection process.
Detection of Distributed Denial of Service Attacks in Software Defined Networks by Using Machine Learning
Authors: Musmuharam Musmuharam , Suharjito Suharjito
Published: January 2024

Within the sphere of Software-Defined Networking (SDN) — an innovative architectural paradigm that segregates the control plane from the data plane — a paramount concern is the defense against Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) assaults. These attacks pose a significant threat to the integrity and operational sustainability of SDN infrastructures, potentially leading to extensive system disruptions and financial losses.To address this challenge, our study introduces an innovative approach utilizing machine learning strategies to enhance the detection of DDoS threats. We employed a trio of classification algorithms: Random Forest (RF), Support Vector Machine (SVM), and K-Nearest Neighbors (KNN), applied to a publicly available SDN dataset specific to DDoS attacks. Our methodology integrates a blend of feature selection techniques, including Recursive Feature Elimination (RFE), Principal Component Analysis (PCA), and t-Distributed Stochastic Neighbor Embedding (t-SNE), with the aim of refining the accuracy of our classifications.In a comparative analysis with existing models, our innovative application of KNN in conjunction with RFE demonstrated exceptional performance, achieving an accuracy of 99.97%, a precision of 99.98%, a recall of 99.96%, and an F1-score of 99.97%. This breakthrough indicates a significant advancement in the field of SDN security.
Constructing a Multilingual E-Learning Ontology through Web Crawling and Scraping
Authors: Barwary Mohammed Jameel , Jacksi Karwan , Al-Zebari Adel
Published: January 2024

The emergence of digital technologies has transformed the landscape of education, driving the exploration of innovative methods to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of university e- learning. This study focuses on leveraging network management principles in combination with web crawling trends to propose a novel approach: a web crawling and scraping-driven method for constructing a multilingual ontology tailored specifically for university e-learning. The primary goal of this research is to create a comprehensive and continuously updated knowledge repository by systematically gathering and extracting information from a wide range of online sources. By incorporating multilingual capabilities into the proposed ontology, the aim is to transcend language barriers and establish a globally accessible and inclusive e-learning environment. This approach recognizes the intricate relationship between technology and education, highlighting the potential of automated data retrieval and ontology construction in reshaping the future of university e-learning. This research contributes significantly to the rapidly growing field of educational technology by introducing a forward-thinking paradigm. It empowers both educators and learners with a versatile and personalized learning experience that transcends cultural and linguistic boundaries. As the digital era continues to evolve, this approach serves as a beacon of innovation, exemplifying the transformative power of integrating cutting-edge technology with pedagogical efforts. In essence, this study presents a groundbreaking approach to enhance university e- learning by harnessing the capabilities of web crawling, scraping, and multilingual ontology construction. It emphasizes the importance of adapting to the ever-evolving digital landscape to provide an inclusive and accessible education experience for learners worldwide. Ultimately, this research represents a significant step forward in the ongoing effort to revolutionize education through the integration of advanced technology and pedagogical innovation.
Video Semantic Segmentation Network with Low Latency Based on Deep Learning
Authors: Gowda D V Channappa , Kanagavalli R.
Published: January 2024

Recently, new advances in deep learning algorithms have yielded some fascinating results in the field of computer vision technology. As a result, it can now perform activities that formerly required the use of human vision and the brain. Classification, object identification, and semantic segmentation have all seen substantial advancements in deep learning architecture in the last few years. For still images and movies, there has been a major advancement in the field of semantic segmentation. In practical uses like autonomous vehicles, segmenting semantic video continues to be difficult due to high-performance standards, the high cost of convolutional neural networks (CNNs), and the significant need for low latency. An effective machine-learning environment will be developed to meet the performance and latency challenges outlined above. The use of deep learning architectures like SegNet and FlowNet2.0 on the CamVid dataset enables this environment to conduct pixel-wise semantic segmentation of video properties while maintaining low latency. As a result, it is ideally suited for real-world applications since it takes advantage of both SegNet and FlowNet topologies. The decision network determines whether an image frame should be processed by a segmentation network or an optical flow network based on the expected confidence score. In conjunction with adaptive scheduling of the key frame approach, this technique for decision-making can help to speed up the procedure. Using the ResNet50 SegNet model, a mean Intersection on Union (IoU) of "54.27 percent" and an average frame per second of "19.57" were observed. Aside from decision network and adaptive key frame sequencing, it was discovered that FlowNet2.0 increased the frames processed per second9(fps) to "30.19" on GPU with a mean IoU of "47.65%". Because the GPU was utilized "47.65%" of the time, this resulted. There has been an increase in the speed of the Video semantic segmentation network without sacrificing quality, as demonstrated by this improvement in performance.
Clustering Based Energy Efficient Routing for Wireless Sensor Network Using Particle Swarm Optimization
Authors: G Prakasha , K N Sunil Kumar , Murthy A S R
Published: January 2024

The clustering strategy is the most effective and efficient way to preserve energy in the Wireless Sensor Network (WSN). However, the cluster heads in the hierarchical clustering approach use the majority of the energy that is required to carry out the operations. These operations include receiving the data from the sensor nodes, aggregating it, and then eventually transmitting it to the base station. When choosing the appropriate cluster head, you can play a significant part in reducing the amount of energy that is consumed by the WSN and, as a result, extending its lifespan. A technique for the selection of energy-efficient cluster heads that is based on the particle swarm optimization method is proposed in this study (PSO-EECH). For the method that has been proposed to measure the amount of energy used, we need to take into account the cluster distance, the distance between each sensor node and the nodes that are nearby, and the amount of residual energy that is left in sensor nodes. The aforementioned structure is also capable of doing cluster building, in which the non-cluster head node can follow its CH based on the determined weight function. The proposed PSO-EECH approach has been put through extensive testing, and the results have shown that it possesses a high degree of accuracy in every scenario. The outputs of the proposed algorithm are compared with those of other clustering-based algorithms already in existence, and the conclusions of this comparison have reported that our method outperforms the other existing methods.
Bivariate Spatial Pattern Based on The Characteristics of Women Smokers in Indonesia
Authors: Putri Diana Rohmandani , Safarudin Rudi , Khokar Ammad , Tayab Konain , Kashif Muhammad Taaha , Astutik Erni
Published: January 2024

The increasing prevalence of smoking among women globally has become a critical public health issue. World Health Organization (WHO) data shows 20 percent of women use tobacco. Women smokers face an increased risk of various diseases. Spatial studies need to be conducted as a basis for planning and providing targeted interventions to reduce the spread of diseases caused by smoking. The study aimed to determine the spatial description of smoking among women in Indonesia. This study analyzed the 2017 IDHS data and used an ecological study design with a descriptive approach and a spatial analysis model. The results are Papua was the province with the highest percentage of women smoking with no education and with the lowest de jure wealth quintile. Provinces using the Internet almost daily were Banten and East Java, and the province with women unemployed in the past 12 months before the survey was North Sulawesi. Based on the results, there are five provinces in Indonesia with a high percentage of smoking among women, assessed by education, internet access, wealth quintile, and non-working women. This study concludes that there is a need to implement smoke-free zones (SFZs), also conduct communication, information, and education (IEC) through mass media.
Las lenguas extranjeras y la internacionalización de la universidad: representaciones desde los cursos de inglés
Authors: Carabelli Patricia
Published: January 2024

La intensificación del proceso de internacionalización en la enseñanza superior promovido desde la Declaración de Bolonia ha implicado la instauración de un sistema de créditos universitarios que procura fomentar el intercambio de saberes y la movilidad académica. Como este proceso conlleva inherentemente el uso de diversas lenguas, muchas universidades ofrecen cursos de lenguas extranjeras. Una de las lenguas que se enseña es el inglés debido a su vitalidad y el gran número de funciones que cumple a nivel mundial. En esta investigación se analizó una posible relación entre los procesos de internacionalización y las funciones del inglés que son promovidas en la principal universidad pública de Uruguay, la Universidad de la República. Entre 2019 y 2022 se ofrecieron veintitrés cursos de inglés en la universidad y se profundizó en el estudio de un curso de inglés por área de conocimiento de la universidad. A partir de un enfoque etnográfico y técnicas provenientes del Análisis del Discurso (entrevistas semi-estructuradas a los distintos actores, encuestas y observaciones de aula), se analizaron las representaciones sociales en torno a las funciones del inglés a las que se apela durante su enseñanza en la universidad y la relación que pueden tener estas con los procesos de internacionalización. Se concluyó que las funciones del inglés que se promocionan en esta universidad difieren de las promovidas en enseñanza secundaria y en instituciones de enseñanza de lenguas privadas dado que en la Universidad de la República están ligadas a la democratización del conocimiento.
El perfil de la institutriz y la educación femenina victoriana en Agnes Grey de Anne Brontë
Authors: Rodríguez Garabatos Blanca Paula
Published: January 2024

En las novelas victorianas, el personaje de la institutriz (“governess”) es muy interesante debido a la singularidad de su propia educación y a las particularidades que rodean el ejercicio de su profesión. En Agnes Grey de Anne Brontë, la autora dibuja un perfil laboral, social y psicológico de la protagonista que viene determinado por la exclusión social y la alienación. La governess es una mujer que se aleja de los arquetipos femeninos aceptables por la sociedad. Nos referimos a una fémina culta y lectora a la que se critica por sus aficiones, una figura que roza lo maternal, pero cuyo cariño y autoridad se desdeñan porque no es madre, una soltera joven cuya pulsión sexual y posible atractivo deben ser reprimidos, un ejemplo de virtudes cristianas imprescindibles para guiar a sus pupilos, quienes, no obstante, desoyen sus consejos. La historia de Agnes Grey nos permite trazar un panorama general sobre la personalidad y desempeño de sus colegas de profesión y nos ofrece una imagen poco halagüeña de un oficio que, en principio, podría resultar enormemente gratificante.
EFL University students' perception of immediate oral corrective feedback in two Costa Rican private institutions
Authors: Ferreiro Santamaría Graciela
Published: January 2024

In recent years there has been extensive research focusing on oral corrective feedback (OCF), a key aspect of English as a second/foreign language (ESL/EFL) learning mostly focused on the linguists’ and teachers’ perspective. On the other hand, very little has been done to know the learners’ perspective. The aim of this investigation was to gather students’ point of view of oral corrective feedback given by teachers in EFL courses at two private universities from San Jose, Costa Rica. This research is descriptive, cross-sectional, and quantitative in nature. For the data collection, an on-line questionnaire was created which was answered voluntarily by 160 adult students from the levels 1 and 2 (corresponding to A1/A2 CEFR classification) the EFL program from these universities. Participants were interrogated on their general attitude towards corrective feedback and whether they considered it to be important for their learning process, the frequency with which they like to receive feedback, which type of errors they consider should be corrected and the preference of error correction type.  The obtained results demonstrate positive perceptions regarding the feedback received from teachers on all types of errors. Learners expect to receive immediate CF as they consider this to be an important part of the learning process. The participants expressed a desire to be corrected in all grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation deviances. The preferred method of corrective feedback was explicit correction, followed by recast and clarification; metalinguistic correction and non-verbal cues were the least liked.
Índice
Authors: Rivadulla Costa Diego
Published: January 2024

Índice do volume 24
Formas de tratamento: usos e desusos do Nordeste Trasmontano
Authors: João Pires Manuel Duarte
Published: January 2024

As formas de tratamento permitem-nos descortinar através de uma situação de comunicação os papéis sociais que cada indivíduo representa na comunidade. As particularidades das formas de tratamento veiculam conhecimentos sobre as relações sociais de cada época, bem como as suas mutabilidades ao longo do tempo. O presente estudo tem como objetivo pesquisar as formas de tratamento características do Nordeste Trasmontano, fomentando uma análise diacrónica destes fenómenos sociolinguísticos. A metodologia usada baseia-se em entrevistas a indivíduos de diferentes grupos etários da aldeia raiana de Avelanoso, concelho de Vimioso, distrito de Bragança. Os principais resultados indicam que o número de formas de tratamento utilizadas é atualmente reduzido e que muitas realizações peculiares do Nordeste Transmontano se esvaeceram durante as últimas décadas. Verifica-se, também, uma diferença significativa entre as gerações mais seniores habituadas a evidenciar as diferenças sociais através da recursividade das formas de tratamento e as gerações mais novas, cujas democráticas interações nas relações informais se resumem à igualdade do tu e à menor intimidade do você.
Da Italorromania dos séculos IX-X á Iberromania do século XII: escritura e reescritura do motivo Fui eo, madre... na cantiga de amigo
Authors: Arbor Aldea Mariña
Published: January 2024

Neste traballo celébrase o artigo publicado en 2022 por Vittorio Formentin e Antonio Ciaralli en que se edita e se estuda con gran coidado o que até agora é o primeiro e único fragmento coñecido da lírica das orixes (séculos IX-X): Fui eo, madre, in civitate, vidi onesti iovene, / c̻al̻ced̻u̻r̻. A partir deste ensaio, e seguindo o camiño que marcan os dous filólogos italianos, analízanse varias mostras do xénero de amigo que conteñen o segmento inicial da canción procedente da Italorromania, mostrando como emerxe naquelas o motivo do ir, ver e, posteriormente, referir á madre as propias inquedanzas amorosas. Ademais, abórdase a cronoloxía e o estatuto social dos trobadores que empregaron o tema, indicándose como este coñece diversas fases no seu cultivo na área galego-portuguesa, que poden pasar por, primeiro, a súa “escritura”, o seu cultivo “per se”, e, despois, por un proceso de “reescritura” en que converxe con outros elementos temático-retóricos e léxicos característicos dun grupo moi selecto de autores, que fican, así, vinculados entre si.
Presentación: A Educación Social como relato histórico de amplas avenidas pedagóxicas e sociais
Authors: Caride Gómez José Antonio , Das Neves Vieira Ricardo Manuel
Published: January 2024

As primeiras referencias documentadas sobre a Educación Social sitúanse cronoloxicamente nos inicios do século XIX. Dende entón, en converxencia coa crecente relevancia que irán adquirindo as Ciencias Sociais e a súa énfase na consideración da educación como un feito ou unha práctica social, suscitará novas lecturas do quefacer educativo; en particular os que aspiran a dar resposta ás múltiples necesidades que emerxen da vida cotiá, como son a atención á infancia e á mocidade en situación de inadaptación e risco social, a educación das persoas adultas, ou a animación sociocultural. En todo caso, sen que poidan obviarse os importantes avances que se rexistran nas Ciencias da Educación (en particular da Pedagoxía Social), na acción-Intervención social e o Traballo Social. A democratización das sociedades, o auxe das políticas educativas, sociais e culturais, en conxunción co desenvolvemento da formación académica nas Universidades, xunto coa incesante profesionalización destes ámbitos, marcará decisivamente o seu percorrido histórico en Europa e no mundo. Así se reflicte neste monográfico ao salientar o importante recoñecemento que están adquirindo a Pedagoxía Social e a Educación Social no espazo iberoamericano, con alusións explícitas ás realidades galega, española, portuguesa e latinoamericana, focalizando a mirada histórica en catro dimensións principais: a contextual, a teórico-epistemolóxica, a formativa-académica e a profesional.
Da Educação e Intervenção Comunitária para a Educação Social
Authors: Barros Rosanna
Published: January 2024

Dado que a Pedagogia-Educação Social marca atualmente uma presença cons-tante no âmbito da Rede Portuguesa de Ensino Superior, este artigo propõe um olhar his-tórico sobre a formação dos Técnicos Superiores de Educação Social (TSES), circunscrito ao contexto do sul de Portugal e ao caso da Universidade do Algarve. Com este objetivo, mobilizamos um quadro teórico-conceptual que nos permitiu refletir acerca das tendên-cias nos processos de formação académica e a sua influência na emergência de tipos e perfis de educadores sociais. Assim, o texto destaca aspetos da formação ministrada aos TSES no enquadramento institucional escolhido e discute as principais características em presença, ethos prevalecente como referencial de formação, bem como particularidades e contradições encontradas na trajetória percorrida e que permitem uma nota epistemológica e prospetiva, visando mapear indícios de novas direções pertinentes e globais para desen-volver os caminhos institucionais e de formação até aqui traçados.
La profesionalización de la Educación Social en España, una perspectiva histórica en primera persona
Authors: Fernández de Sanmamed Santos Alberto , Gonzálvez Huguet Norma , Menacho Vega Lourdes , Sánchez-Valverde Visus Carlos
Published: January 2024

En esta colaboración se presenta, desde la mirada y vivencia de las y los propios profesionales, el camino que la Educación Social ha recorrido en España como profesión desde los años 70 del siglo XX hasta la actualidad. Desde una perspectiva histórica, se pre-sentan por un lado los procesos externos o sociales de articulación como sujeto colectivo, la consecución de la formación universitaria de grado medio y el reconocimiento de la utilidad de nuestra acción y su regulación como profesión Y por otro, los recorridos internos de construcción de identidad desde la constitución de los documentos profesionalizadores (de-finición de Educación Social, Código Deontológico, y Catálogo de Funciones y Competencias de las Educadores y Educadores Sociales). También se hace referencia a la necesidad de seguir comprometidos con la mejora de las condiciones sociolaborales y de la dignidad en el ejercicio de nuestra profesión para conseguir unas condiciones dignas. Y se recogen algu-nos de los retos, en clave prospectiva, que la Educación Social tiene para los próximos años.
As Escolas móveis em Vila Nova de Gaia
Authors: Baptista Eva
Published: January 2024

Este trabalho, que teve por base o estudo doutoral intitulado “A Educação em Vila Nova de Gaia, entre 1880 e 1930: Associações, Escolas e Personalidades”, consiste no estudo das Escolas Móveis pelo Método de João de Deus e das Escolas Móveis Oficiais criadas em Vila Nova de Gaia na viragem para o século XX. Através do cruzamento de fontes hemerográficas e documentais, sitas no Museu João de Deus, procurou-se aferir o contribu-to desta experiência pedagógica no processo de alfabetização do concelho mais extenso do distrito Porto e o terceiro mais populoso de Portugal.
A revista “A pérola” do centro infantil Helen Keller: reflexo de um gesto pedagógico inclusivo no Portugal dos anos 60
Authors: Romeiras Amado Maria
Published: January 2024

Este estudo dedica-se ao Centro Infantil Helen Keller, ímpar para estudo da história pedagógica da deficiência de meados do século XX. Integrado no Movimento da Escola Mo-derna, ali se encontram crianças com diversas características no campo da aptidão visual. Será focada em particular a revista A Pérola, produzida por trabalhos dos alunos, reflexo do espírito cooperativo entre docentes e discentes. Este periódico é muito mais que uma leitura do quotidiano escolar produzida em grafismos a tinta e em Braille, é uma forma de divulgar os objetivos pedagógicos da escola: a inclusão do outro, a harmonização da diferença e a celebração da diversidade pedagógica, preparando cada aluno para a integração social, aca-démica e laboral, enfim, para a capitalização de uma escolaridade integradora nas suas vidas.
FERREIRA, Nuno Martins (2022) Internato de São João de Lisboa -160 anos (1862-2022). Lisboa: Internato de São João; 308 pp. - ISBN 978-989-33- 3855-1
Authors: Mogarro Maria João
Published: January 2024

Na comemoração dos 160 anos da sua existência, o Asylo de São João (mais tarde designado Internato de São João) é objeto de um retrato marcante, traçado por Nuno Ferreira sobre a instituição dedicada à educação de meninas, às suas formas de vida em regime de internato, às dificuldades de financiamento e gestão e à natureza da missão benemérita e educativa, de raiz maçónica, que o asilo representava.
DO PICO ORJAIS, José Luis (Coord.) (2023) A música represaliada. Unha foliada de memoria. Pontevedra: Deputación de Pontevedra; 303pp. ISBN: 978-84-8457-538-2
Authors: Bolaño Amigo María Eugenia
Published: January 2024

A obra A música represaliada. Unha foliada de memoria, coordinado baixo a batuta do investigador, mestre e músico arousán José Luis do Pico Orjais, e promovido pola Área de Memoria Histórica do Servizo de Patrimonio Documental e Bibliográfico da Deputación de Pontevedra, compila vinte e catro artigos que rescatan do esquecemento diferentes entidades e persoas relacionadas coa música que padeceron a represión franquista. Esta “partitura da memoria” ven acompañada de pezas musicais ás que se pode acceder a través do código QR incorporado na publicación. O libro procura recuperar a memoria de biografías que reflicten crimes do franquismo e poñer en valor o legado que estas persoas deixaron no exercicio do seu oficio, “porque cada composición recuperada é unha luz acendida na escuridade franquista” (Do Pico Orjais, 2023, p. 14).
Barriers and facilitators to implement e-mental health for depression and anxiety in patients with macular oedema: a qualitative interview study among stakeholders
Authors: Aa van , F van , S.C.A. Rozemeijer , W. Schakel , G.H.M.B van , R.M.A. van
Published: January 2024

Purpose: Mental health problems are common in patients with macular oedema, who receive repeated intravitreal injections with anti-vascular endothelial growth factor. A guided internet-based self-help intervention, called E-PsEYE, was developed to reduce these problems. Patients were referred by their ophthalmologist to follow E-PsEYE individually at home, guided by a social worker from low vision services. Since e-mental health is new in this setting and professionals were collaborating in a novel way, barriers and facilitators during implementation and for future scale-up were evaluated. Methods: Semi-structured interviews were performed with patients (n=8), ophthalmologists (n=4), heads of ophthalmology departments (n=2), doctor’s assistants (n=3), social workers (n=6) and managers from low vision services (n=2), and representatives from a health insurer (n=2). Data were analyzed using a thematic approach. Results: Both patients and professionals were satisfied with the potential efficiency and added value of the intervention. They indicated that sufficient digital skills in patients and social workers, information technology (IT) support and adding personalized face-to-face contacts, could facilitate implementation. However, a high workload within the different settings (i.e., hospital and low vision services) and the reluctance of both patients and professionals in focusing on mental health problems could hinder implementation. Moreover, evidence on cost-effectiveness and incorporation in current guidelines were expected to be important for reimbursement and scale-up. Conclusions: Both on the individual level and in the interaction between stakeholders and their context, different important barriers and facilitators were expressed. To facilitate the use of E-PsEYE in practice, strategies that focus on these aspects could be implemented, e.g. healthcare providers could discuss and normalize mental health complaints and their digital skills could be supported.
Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience at Libyan International Medical University during COVID-19 Era: PharmD Preceptors’ and Students’ Perception toward Virtual Training
Authors: A Alshami Hiba , Hussein Maryam , Habib Hana , Al-Mahdawi Rafik , A. Bukhatwa Salma
Published: January 2024

Introduction: As the COVID-19 pandemic continued, pharmacy experiential training shifted dramatically, including healthcare facilities-oriented training. The curriculum development committee at the Faculty of Pharmacy at Libyan International Medical University put a proposal to facilitate virtual case discussions and to create teaching materials that could be utilized for virtual clinical rotations during Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience. Aim: This study aimed to investigate the Pharm-D preceptors’ and students’ perception toward the virtual training experience during the Covid-19 era. Method: Curriculum Development Committee members and preceptors at the Faculty of Pharmacy met regularly to develop a training strategy that covers intended training skills and competencies. Cases were collected from Benghazi hospitals with all filed investigations and management information. Cases manuals and specifications were created for each rotation; preceptor guide and reference guidelines were developed for each case; and case-based discussion session guide and evaluation forms were announced to students. Accordingly, cases were implemented in virtual training as case-based discussion session, via MOODLE. During the session, each student shares his/her knowledge and information with colleagues and preceptor by answering the guiding questions structured in the patient data care form to cover six aspects including; problem identification, desired outcome, therapeutic alternatives, optimal plan, outcome evaluation, and patient education. At the end of the session, the preceptor summarises the discussion and evaluates the students using a predesigned evaluation form noting that oral feedback is provided by all parties. Results: Motivation, performance, and outcomes gained by students during the virtual training experience reflect its success. Conclusion: The adaptability of the virtual training package by the Faculty of Pharmacy, is well established in terms of available scenario creation and simulation training. The next step is to include these virtual cases -collected from real-life situations- within MyDispense in its new version.
Exploring heterogeneity in hospital length of stay post emergency abdominal surgery in Ireland: A quantile regression approach
Authors: Valentelyte Gintare
Published: January 2024

Background Emergency Abdominal Surgery (EAS) refers to a range of complex intra-abdominal surgical procedures associated with high mortality risk and long length of hospital stay (LOS). LOS is often used as a proxy measure for hospital resource utilisation in hospital capacity management and planning. Our objective was to explore the heterogeneity in LOS among EAS patients admitted at publicly funded hospitals in Ireland. Methods We analysed national hospital inpatient data (2014 – 2022) for adults discharged following EAS. We used Quantile Regression (QR) methods to explore the heterogeneous effects along the LOS distribution between 10 th - 90 th percentiles. We compared QR with Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) estimates, and identified from which point in the LOS distribution heterogeneous effects were different from OLS estimates. Results From the National Healthcare Quality Reporting System (NHQRS) records for 15,408 EAS adult inpatient episodes were obtained for analysis. We observed significant (p < 0.001) heterogeneous effects across most quantiles of the LOS distribution. LOS was longer for patients with Charlson comorbidity indices of 4 or higher, American Society of Anaesthesiologists physical status scores of 2 and higher, admissions to critical care units, hospital readmissions within 30-days, discharges to nursing home and other hospital, and for patients treated in Model 4 hospitals. LOS was shorter for patients with a cancer diagnosis and patients who died during admission. Across these factors, statistically significant heterogeneous effects above OLS estimates were observed at the 70 th to the 90 th quantile. Conclusions The QR methods identified the presence of significant heterogeneity across the entire LOS distribution. Relative to OLS mean estimates, QR is a better method for identifying heterogeneous effects by exploring the entire LOS distribution. Our results highlight the importance of using appropriate methods for estimating skewed outcomes. This is important to provide valid and relevant empirical analysis to inform policy.
Digital Potency Measurement: A New Approach Methodology for Antisera Effective Dose Assessments
Authors: Dasari Vasanthi , Bolimera Paparao , Shukla Swati , Ganar Rahul , Elwell Timothy , Goyal Rajat , Dravida Subhadra
Published: January 2024

Polyvalent antivenom potency tested for every batch and at four different stages of production is a regulatory requirement to be followed by the industry. Antivenom manufacturers have been following the gold standard test methodology for estimating median effective dose in mice for ages. Here, we report a non-animal New Approach Methodology that aligns with 3Rs in animal testing agenda, leveraging in vitro human stem cell technology for recreating microphysiological system complemented with process automation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning digital workers’ effective utilization in the assay system to measure Naja naja snake antivenom potency. In vitro neutralization performed on specially configured human Microphysiological System acquired phenotype data sets at 20X magnification were analyzed against benchmark panels in the trained prediction model while the Artificial Intelligence predicted median effective dose value of venom-antivenom mixture was 3.9μL, showing a potency value of 2.04 mg recorded as the readout. This method adopted in the antivenom producer’s workflow will reduce reliance on mice-based testing and showcases potential for acceptance of robust alternative strategy to traditionally practiced protocols.
Lesion sterilization and tissue repair - A non-instrumental procedure: A systematic review
Authors: Kashyap Nilotpol , Singh Nishi , Mallick Ramiz Raja , Patel Supreeya , Seth Sreyashi , Jaya
Published: January 2024

A primary tooth affected by dental caries involving the pulp tissues along with periradicular tissues need conventional endodontic treatment. Due to certain factors these treatments may be contraindicated. In that case Lesion Sterilization and Tissue Repair (LSTR) therapy is the better option to be preferred. The process of LSTR is to increase the longevity of the primary tooth. This procedure eliminates, sterilizes the canal system, repairs and regenerates the tissue. It needs minimal instrumentation and includes placement of an antibiotic mixture in the pulp chamber to disinfect the root canals. It is also known as Non-instrumental endodontic treatment (NIET).
Oral lichen planus: An overview
Authors: Devi Mutum Sangeeta , Sophia Khumukcham , Anupriya CH
Published: January 2024

Oral lichen planus (OLP) is an immune-related disorder with an exact etiology unknown. It is a chronic inflammatory disease characterized by relapses and remission. Regular follow-up and keeping under observation are required as this lesion poses a chance for malignant transformation. In this article, we will discuss the various treatment modalities available for Oral Lichen Planus.
Rare cases of (SMMCI) solitary median maxillary central incisor syndrome: Identification and management
Authors: Kamboj Ashish , Angrish Paras , Chopra SS , Rathore Mrinalini , Sharma Aarti
Published: January 2024

Condition where there is agenesis of central maxillary incisor is unique and very rare with association of peculiar stomatognathic features is called (SMMCI) Solitary median maxillary central incisor syndrome which may or may not have systemic involvement, and the condition is found to affect 1:50,000 live births. SMMCI is a very rare abnormality in developing stage of fetus involving the tooth germs of central incisor. The most common systemic association is with holoprosencephaly, and diagnosis in early stage is of utmost importance for managing dental aesthetic issue patient generally suffers from the syndrome. The objective of current article is to discuss two cases of SMMCI syndrome; one with systemic involvement having esophageal Artesia, a rare entity with SMMCI syndrome and the other one without systemic involvement. In both cases, patient’s parents were not aware of the dental anomaly the child was suffering, and parents were highlighted on treatment options in managing such dental cases. As there are a significant number of SMMCI syndrome cases with systemic involvement and other developmental problems, it becomes prudent to have a quick and prompt diagnosis in initial stages of life and simultaneously the management approach becomes multidisciplinary.
The Effects of Tenure Security on Women's Empowerment and Food Security: Evidence From a Land Regularization Program in Ecuador
Authors: Schling Maja , Pazos Nicolás , Corral Leonardo , Inurritegui Marisol
Published: January 2024

This paper evaluates the impact of a rural land administration program in Ecuador on female empowerment and household food security. Using a double robust estimation that combines the difference-in-difference approach with inverse probability weighting, we explore whether receiving a georeferenced cadastral map of ones parcel provides women with increased bargaining power, empowering them to participate more actively in productive and consumption decision-making that leads to improved diversification of the production portfolio and the households food security. Although we find no significant effects on aggregate levels of empowerment, results show that female beneficiaries became more empowered with regards to access to resources, particularly in terms of applying for and receiving credit. Program participation also significantly affected womens time use, as beneficiary women spent more hours working in non-agricultural activities, investing in their own businesses, and generating off-farm wages. Households who received jointly titled cadastral maps also increased their food security and shifted their production portfolios towards crops and livestock products of both higher market and nutritional value. These results suggest that increasing informal tenure security through cadastral mapping may spur female empowerment, which enables women to increase their bargaining power within the household in order to improve their own and the family's overall welfare.
Navigating Centralized Admissions: The Role of Parental Preferences in School Segregation in Chile
Authors: Elacqua Gregory , Kutscher Macarena
Published: January 2024

In this paper, we aim to understand some of the mechanisms behind the low impact of a Chilean educational reform on socioeconomic integration within the school system. We focus on pre-kindergarden (pre-K) admissions, which account for the highest volume of applications since all students (except those applying to private schools) must seek admission through the centralized system. We employ a discrete choice model to analyze parents school preferences. Our analysis reveals that the school choices of low-SES families are more strongly influenced by a schools non-academic attributes which are often omitted from analyses of parental preferences due to data availability constraints rather than academic quality. For instance, low-SES parents tend to prefer schools with fewer reported violent incidents, schools where students report facing less discrimination and exclusion, and schools where students demonstrate higher levels of self-efficacy. Disadvantaged families also tend to favor schools that have a religious affiliation, offer more ”classical” sports (e.g. soccer), or have a foreign name. These results have significant implications for understanding the preferences of disadvantaged families and the impact of centralized admission systems on reducing segregation. By recognizing the non-academic factors driving school choices, policymakers can better design admission systems that truly foster school diversity and equality.
El mercado laboral de la República Dominicana antes y después de la pandemia: nuevas tendencias y viejos desafíos
Authors: Cruz Rodríguez Alexis , Fazio Maria Victoria , Oliveri María Laura
Published: January 2024

La creación de empleos de calidad es el núcleo para el desarrollo económico inclusivo de los países. Los mercados laborales de América Latina y el Caribe enfrentan retos estructurales en este sentido: la mayoría de los trabajos son informales, inestables y poco productivos. A esto se suman los efectos marcados de la pandemia que visibilizó aún más las vulnerabilidades de los mercados laborales de la región. En el caso de la República Dominicana, los retos en la creación de empleos de calidad han persistido en la última década, aun cuando el país ha presentado altos niveles de crecimiento y se ha recuperado rápidamente de la reciente crisis causada por la pandemia del COVID-19. El rápido progreso del país en materia de crecimiento lo ha posicionado como líder de la región (FMI, 2023), pero ha tenido la contracara de ser un crecimiento poco inclusivo y con escaso crecimiento del empleo formal. El comportamiento del mercado laboral está en el centro de los desafíos vinculados con la poca inclusión, los rezagos de productividad y las brechas en el desarrollo de capital humano.
Hacia un nuevo estándar de la prueba testimonial para personas con discapacidad mental en Colombia
Authors: Aristizábal Gómez Kelly Viviana , Guevara Guerrero Tami Tatiana , Ospino Avendaño Daniela de Jesús
Published: January 2024

Este artículo pretende revisar los estándares de la prueba testimonial para personas con discapacidad mental en Colombia a partir del modelo social enfocado en derechos. La investigación que soporta este texto tiene un alcance descriptivo. El método a usar es documental-descriptivo, en el cual se usaron fuentes primarias y secundarias, tales como normas jurídicas, jurisprudencia nacional y literatura nacional e internacional. A través de lo investigado, se ha podido mostrar la incidencia y las implicaciones jurídicas que acarrea el modelo social de la discapacidad en la autonomía de las personas con discapacidad y la implementación de los apoyos necesarios para garantizar la inclusión.