bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Avoid falling into the depths of the insular trap
Authors: Ryvlin Philippe
Published: March 2024

Recent data have demonstrated that insular seizures can mimic those encountered in temporal lobe epilepsy (TLE), as well as nocturnal hypermotor attacks suggestive of nocturnal frontal lobe epilepsy (NFLE). To illustrate some of the issues raised by these observations, we report our first two patients with suspected TLE and NFLE, respectively, in whom we originally demonstrated an insular ictal onset zone. Patient 1 suffered from daytime seizures characterised by a rising and distressing epigastric sensation rapidly followed by oro‐alimentary automatisms, associated with right temporal scalp‐EEG ictal discharge. Neuroimaging showed consistent right temporal abnormalities, including MRI signs of hippocampal sclerosis, anterior and mesial glucose hypometabolism, and mesial decrease of benzodiazepine receptors. Intracerebral EEG investigation was primarily performed because of several ictal signs and symptoms suggesting a rapid involvement of the perisylvian region, and showed that the patient suffered two types of seizure, one of which arose from the mesial temporal structures, the other was sleep‐related and originated in the posterior‐inferior portion of the insula. Anterior temporal lobectomy failed to control this second type of seizure. Patient 2 suffered from brief, nocturnal, hypermotor seizures characterised by an indefinable aura followed by agitation, body rolling, scream and pelvic thrust. Interictal and ictal scalp‐EEG failed to detect epileptiform discharges, whereas neuroimaging showed left mesial frontal, glucose hypometabolism and decreased benzodiazepine receptors associated with a left fronto‐basal arachnoidal cyst. Invasive EEG monitoring was performed with the aim of identifying an orbital or mesial frontal ictal onset, but eventually demonstrated that the seizure originated in the anterior‐superior portion of the left insula. The patient did not undergo surgery and died of SUDEP two years later. We discuss the heterogeneity of insular seizure semiology according to functional anatomy, the clinical signs and symptoms that might suggest an insular ictal onset, the indications and types of invasive EEG monitoring that are needed to identify an insular epileptogenic zone definitively, as well as potential surgical treatment.
Video‐EEG analysis of ictal repetitive grasping in “frontal‐hyperkinetic” seizures
Authors: Gardella Elena , Rubboli Guido , Tassinari Carlo Alberto
Published: March 2024

The aim of this study was to obtain a qualitative and quantitative description of the phenomenon of forced prehension during epileptic seizures (ictal grasping‐ IG) with hyperkinetic semiology. We analysed retrospectively the presurgical, video‐EEG recordings of 35 “frontal hyperkinetic” seizures (FHS) in 14 patients (age range: 9‐48 years) evaluating the features of ictal grasping by means of off‐line, frame‐by‐frame video‐analysis. Ictal grasping was observed in 97.1% of the frontal hyperkinetic seizures in 100% of the patients, with a mean latency of 3.2 seconds with respect to seizure‐onset; a mean number of 7.7 IG per seizure were detected. During the same FHS, both arms could perform IG in an alternating fashion. Grasping was usually preceded by a reaching movement and followed by holding or pulling. The sites of prehension were restricted to relatively few sectors, either on the patient's body (45.5%) or the peri‐personal space (54.5%). In some cases, the grasping was elicited by hand touching. We did not find a consistent relationship between side of hand grasping and side of ictal EEG discharge or MRI lesion. In conclusion, ictal grasping is an extremely frequent clinical manifestation during FHS. It was an early, forced and repetitive motor behavior, without a clear lateralizing value. Ictal grasping appeared with consistent semiological features, similar to voluntary prehension, suggesting a probable ictal release of physiological grasping behavior.

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Impacts of direction and morphological locus of control on learnability of sibilant harmony
Authors: Conklin Jenna , Stork Elliot , Bastimar Ruken , He Xueqi
Published: March 2024

A notable cross-linguistic gap exists in the typology of consonant harmony: Stem-controlled and suffix-controlled systems are known, but prefix-controlled consonant harmony remains unattested. To explore this gap, an artificial grammar learning (AGL) study was conducted, in which participants were passively trained and then tested on one of four possible sibilant harmony patterns, differing by direction and morphological locus of control. The effect of target-trigger distance was also tested by varying the stem length from one to four syllables. Statistical analysis found significant main effects of Direction and Target-Trigger Distance, with the progressive group outperforming the regressive one and shorter target-trigger distances yielding better performance than longer ones. Affix-controlled groups also learned the pattern more slowly than stem-controlled groups, although overall performance did not differ between affix-controlled and stem-controlled groups. Overall, the results indicate that the typological lack of prefix-controlled consonant harmony is not due to a lack of learnability, as there was no statistically significant difference in ultimate achievement between the four groups.
THE EFFECT OF DIFFERENT DIELECTRIC MATERIALS ON RADIATION FEATURES OF SLOTTED PATCH ANTENNAS FOR 6G COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS
Authors: Hakanoğlu Barış Gürcan
Published: March 2024

In this study, patch antenna structures with rhombic shaped slots have been investigated for 6G communication systems. Four different dielectric materials, such as arlon, polyamide, polyimide, and silicon, have been selected for antennas with the same design procedure. In this way, the effects of slots on frequency responses for different dielectric substrates have been searched. The slots are parametrically analyzed in terms of edge size and location, and the designs are completed for values with the lowest return loss levels. The amount of return loss reduction in slotted antennas is 38% and 42% for arlon and polyamide, respectively, while the reduction is 28% and 8% for polyimide and silicon, respectively. In addition, bandwidth increases in slotted antennas vary according to the dielectric substrate material. The bandwidth increases have been 0.05 GHz, 0.426 GHz, 0.839 GHz, and 0.475 GHz for arlon, polyamide, polyimide, and silicon substrates, respectively. With these results, the study will give an insight to the researchers who will design antennas in 6G bands in terms of the effects of materials on antenna characteristics and will give inspiration for new designs.
INVESTİGATİON AND ANALYSİS OF NEW FİBER FROM ALLİUM FİSTULOSUM L. (SCALLİON) PLANT’S TASSEL AND İTS SUİTABİLİTY FOR FİBER-REİNFORCED COMPOSİTES
Authors: Eryılmaz Oğuz , Ovalı Sabih
Published: March 2024

Eco-friendly materials receive more attention due to the necessity of addressing pollution and resource depletion in the face of exponential industrial expansion. Natural fibers provide a sustainable substitution, especially in green composites. This study investigated the feasibility of Allium fistulosum L. (Scallion) as a fiber resource for composite applications by using its tassel. Allium fistulosum L. is derived from a widely available plant and its waste tassels of the plant provide fiber properties and have the potential to be a reinforcing component in composites. The investigation involves characterizing Allium fistulosum L. (AfL) fibers through various analyses. The density of the AfL was determined approximately 1.35 – 1.45 g/ cm3. The percentages of lignin, hemicellulose, and cellulose were found to be 24.31%, 29.73%, and 38.36%, respectively. FTIR and XRD analysis affirm AfL's cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin presence. SEM images indicate a rough surface, necessitating modification for better matrix compatibility. TGA shows suitable thermal stability, majorly degrading beyond 267°C. Tensile testing demonstrates a tensile strength of 22.19 ±3.75 MPa and 0.87 ±0.16 GPa modulus, exceeding some natural fibers like aerial banyan tree roots and Cordia dichotoma. Results show promising features, indicating the viability of AfL fibers in composites with reduced environmental impact and economic benefits.
MARMARA BÖLGESİ’NDE 2013-2022 YILLARI ARASINDAKİ ÇİFTLİK HAYVANLARI TARAFINDAN ÜRETİLEN GÜBRE KAYNAKLI KİRLİLİK YÜKÜNÜN BELİRLENMESİ
Authors: Yaylı Büşra , Aydoğdu Merve , Kılıç İlker
Published: March 2024

Gelişen ve gelişmekte olan ülkelerde hayvancılık yetiştiriciliği küçük aile işletmeciliğinden ziyade daha fazla kapasiteyle yetiştiricilik yapılan ticari işletmelerde gerçekleştirilmektedir. Marmara bölgesinde hayvansal kaynaklı besinlerin talebi karşılayabilmesi için daha çok yoğun üretim yapılan entansif işletmelerde yetiştiricilik yapılmaktadır. Ancak işletmelerde kontrolsüz atık yönetimi, ortaya çıkan büyük miktardaki gübrenin doğru ve etkin kullanılamaması ekosistemde bozulmalara neden olarak çevre kirliliğine ve doğal kaynak deformasyonuna neden olur. Ayrıca insan sağlığını da dolaylı olarak olumsuz etkilemektedir. Tarımsal kaynaklı kirliliğin tespiti ve önlenmesi zor ve zaman alıcı olduğu için en etkili yöntem kirlilik oluşmadan tedbirlerin kaynağında alınmasıdır. Yapılan çalışmanın sonucuna göre; Marmara bölgesinin son on yıllık hayvansal kaynaklı gübreden oluşan kirlilik yükü 25497,5 ton’dur. Bunun %90,6’sı azot kirliliğinden kaynaklanırken % 9,4’üne ise fosfor kirleticisi neden olmuştur. Azot ve fosfor kirliliğine en fazla katkı yapan şehir Balıkesir olurken en az kirlilik Yalova’da oluşmuştur. Kirlilik yükü hayvan sayısıyla doğru orantılı olarak seyir göstermiştir. Büyükbaş hayvanların yayılı kirliliğe en fazla neden olan hayvan türü olduğu ortaya konulurken azot kirliliğine en az kümes hayvanı, fosfor kirliliğine ise en az küçükbaş hayvan neden olmuştur.
Basic pipet technique training v1
Authors: Hu Ying-Yu
Published: March 2024

Here we adopt the molybdate colorimetric reaction from our Total particulate phosphorus (TPP) measurement as a training material for our new lab members to learn basic pipetting technique.
The culture-independent Bcc NAD methodfor the rapid detection and quantification of Bcc in water v2
Authors: Thu Duong Huong
Published: March 2024

Here we present a rapid (<4 hours from sample in to result out) culture-independent Bcc NAD method, incorporating a quantitative real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction (qPCR) assay. This method can be used to detect and simultaneously identify the Bcc species directly from water samples. This culture-independent Bcc NAD method is validated to the testing method equivalent of the ISO/TS 12869:2019 standard (a widely used rapid culture-independent NAD method for detecting Gram-negative Legionella species in water) in terms of specificity, sensitivity, accuracy and turnaround time to result compared to Bcc microbial culture diagnostic methodologies. We propose that the rapid culture-independent Bcc NAD method presented could gain widespread acceptance and be applied as a valuable diagnostic tool supporting a water risk management strategy in the pharmaceutical sector to assure the safety and quality of these water systems and water used for manufacturing. The development and validation of this culture-independent Bcc NAD method has been published in:
SigRecover: Recovering Signal from Noise in Distributed Acoustic Sensing Data Processing
Authors: Chen Yangkang
Published: March 2024

Because of the harsh deployment environment of the fibers, distributed acoustic sensing (DAS) data usually suffer from the low signal-to-noise ratio issue. Many methods, whether simple but efficient or sophisticated but effective, have been proposed for dealing with noise and recovering signals from DAS data. However, no matter what methods we apply, we will inevitably damage the signals, more or less, resulting in coherent signal leakage in the removed noise. Here, we present a method (SigRecover) for minimizing signal leakage by recovering useful signals from removed noise and its open-source package (see Data and Resources). We apply a robust dictionary learning framework to retrieve the coherent signals from removed noise that can be captured by a pretrained library of atoms (features). The atoms are obtained by a fast dictionary-learning approach from the initially denoised data. The proposed framework is a self-learning methodology, which does not require additional training datasets and thus is conveniently applicable to any input data. We use three well-processed examples from the literature to demonstrate the generic performance of the proposed method. The idea behind this article is inspired by similar methods widely used in the exploration seismology community for retrieving signal leakage and is promising not only for DAS data processing, but also for all other multichannel seismological datasets.
The emergence of the synergistically complex power in digital era: challenges to human capital
Authors: Kravchenko S.A.
Published: March 2024

The article examines the dynamics of power in the context of the specifics of digital discourse from the industrial modernity up to the modern times. This is determined by the transition from one episteme of knowledge and thinking to another, the emergence of a network society, as well as digitalization processes. The author substantiates the claim that under the influence of these factors, the nature of power is permanently becoming more complex, acquiring an increasingly hybrid character amd also pays special attention to the analysis of the ambivalent consequences of the nonlinear transformations of power for the formation of human capital: on the one hand, newly created power resources are used for the benefit of people, however, like all complex innovation processes, the development of power is accompanied by unintentional “collateral damage” (Z. Bauman), which takes the form of challenges to irrational rationality, dehumanization, on which both those in power and the governed are forced to reflect, displaying their social responsibility. The factors contributing to the formation of a synergistically complex power are specifically revealed, including: speed, network realities, symbolic codes, “digital revolution” and “digital metamorphosis” (U. Beck). In conclusion, the author suggests some possible government responses to the challenges that have arisen: strengthening the social responsibility component of the human capital; taking into account the specifics of national realities, historical memory, and the established value realities in the life-worlds of Russians; the formation of “bridges” connecting peoples in line with the emergence of a multipolar world, with the aim to codevelop global and national-local human capital, sustainable development of the country and the world.
The notion of transformism in Gramscian theories and its application to social movements studies
Authors: Kulaev M.A.
Published: March 2024

The current article examines the notion of transformism within the framework of Gramscian theories. This term was initially used to describe parliamentary politics in Italy and meant the cooptation of radical parties into the government under the leadership of moderate parties and the subsequent moderation of radical parties. Antonio Gramsci rethinks transformism and defines it as the strengthening of the ruling class through the absorption of active elements from other classes. Although this can be found in works of some scholars utilizing different Gramscian approaches, it still requires some concretization. The article examines the development of this notion in Gramsci's texts as well as its usage in the Gramscian political economy and Ernesto Laclau's theory. The article demonstrates that the notion of transformism can be applied to social movements studies. Under conditions of transformism separate achievements of social movements turn into strategic failures. The functioning of transformism is based mainly on trade-offs between upper and lower classes. Upper classes satisfy some demands from below and lower classes constrain their discontent to cooperate with upper classes. Transformism amounts to the absence of independence of social movements, their readiness for trade-offs, cooperation with the authorities and parliamentary mechanisms as well as organizational weakness.
Politics of France for obtaining European strategic autonomy in outer-space exploration
Authors: Klinova M.V. , Nikitin A.I.
Published: March 2024

The development of such an immense strategic domain as an outer-space is based upon two pillars – civil and military. Space is a subject of competition between the most inﬂuential world powers, with the participation of state and inter-state structures, as well as private companies. Areas of panEuropean cooperation in the space sector are analyzed, including the participation of France and the EU and ESA, and the key and in some cases the leading role of France in these processes. The geopolitical significance of the outer-space in global competition and the evolution of the position of European powers and specifically of France in relation to the military component of space exploration are studied. Outer-space and cyber-space now are interpreted in Western military strategies as the fourth and the fifth “domains” of military operations, together with land-, sea- and air-domains. Western powers are coordinating and integrating their military-space activities. France and the governing structures of the European Union place an emphasis on assuring the strategic independence of Europe from the USA and from the technologies of “third countries” in space exploration, the military exploration of space included. The EU pays great attention to the formation and development of the “space economy” and the links between the state space programs with the private sector and private investments. The outer- space in the third decade of the XXI century has become a domain of everyday and constant activities of “space powers”, and because of the role of space technologies in the areas of communications, internet and cell communications, geo-positioning, TV-broadcasting, etc. widely interfere in the life of all other states on the planet. The militarization of the outer-space in different formats is actively progressing and requires active political efforts to ensure its peaceful use.
Analysis of lower limb during squat activity using surface electromyography
Authors: Purnomo Ardhi Mardiyanto Indra , Qiang Lu Jian , Supriyanto Catur
Published: March 2024

The purpose of this research is to discuss and analyze the extent of the influence of using the bosu ball for squat activities on the lower limb. This research will use a quantitative and descriptive research approach. Surface electromyography will be used to measure different squat positions between 900 and 1400. The measurement compares the squat position without a bosu ball with the squat position using a bosu ball. The results of the surface electromyography recording on muscle activity at 900 on the four muscles indicate that the Rectus Femoris (RF) muscle experienced an increase in the percentage of 18.33%, the Vastus Medialis Oblique (VMO) was 77.92%, the Biceps Femoris (BF) was 24.88%, and the Semitendinosus was 79.63%. Meanwhile, on the 1400 muscle activity, the Rectus Femoris (RF) muscle increased by 31.58%, the Vastus Medialis Oblique (VMO) by 20.19%, the Biceps Femoris (BF) by 28.07%, and the Semitendinosus by 42.93%. This study concludes is that differences in muscles will certainly provide different results as well. In the squat activity at an angle of 900, it shows that the most dominant muscle is the Semitendinosus and the Vastus Medialis Oblique (VMO), while in the squat activity at an angle of 1400, it shows that the most dominant muscle is the Semitendinosus and the Rectus Femoris (RF). So, from the squat angle position, some muscles have their own roles and functions, with the Vastus Medialis Oblique (VMO) muscle having the most dominant result.
Aprendizaje cooperativo y actitud hacia la investigación en estudiantes universitarios de ciencias empresariales
Authors: Loza Ticona Renzi Marilu
Published: March 2024

El propósito de este estudio fue examinar la relación entre el aprendizaje cooperativo y la actitud hacia la investigación en estudiantes universitarios de ciencias empresariales en Tacna, Perú. Basándose en la literatura existente, se identificaron las dimensiones de estas variables, utilizando como marco conceptual la Teoría Constructivista del Aprendizaje y la Teoría del Reforzamiento de Actitudes, con el fin de proponer un modelo de relaciones hipotéticas entre ellas. Para validar este modelo, se empleó un enfoque de ecuaciones estructurales, utilizando una muestra probabilística de 614 estudiantes universitarios. Los hallazgos revelaron una correlación positiva significativa entre el aprendizaje cooperativo y la actitud hacia la investigación (rs=.663), indicando además un alto nivel de ajuste entre los datos empíricos y el modelo teórico propuesto, fundamentado en ecuaciones estructurales, para explicar la relación entre el aprendizaje cooperativo y la actitud hacia la investigación. Estos resultados poseen implicaciones prácticas relevantes tanto para los estudiantes universitarios como para los educadores de las instituciones de educación superior en Tacna.
Case-based EBM instruction for Osteopathic Medical Students: A Case Report
Authors: Lipke Laura
Published: March 2024

Background: Evidence-based medicine (EBM) is an important part of graduate medical education and a learning outcome necessary for preparing students to become effective residents. However, many medical educators and librarians struggle to offer EBM instruction that is contextualized, relevant, and engaging. Case-based learning (CBL) can establish the relevance of EBM instruction sessions by using clinical scenarios that link theory to practice.
 
Experience: This case report describes how a college of osteopathic medicine (COM) liaison librarian redesigned a large cohort, lecture-based learning approach to EBM instruction into interactive, relevant, and contextualized CBL labs. CBL labs with smaller student groups were designed to provide an active learning environment and encourage peer-to-peer learning. The CBL format has been previously applied to EBM instruction but not quantifiably evaluated. A modified rubric was created to provide a quantifiable measurement of student performance in future evaluations.
 
Discussion: First-year osteopathic medical students participated in CBL sessions, integrating EBM into their curriculum. The small groups facilitated personalized guidance, peer-to-peer learning, and critical thinking. Clinical scenarios that were mapped to the students’ curriculum provided relevance to the learning experience.
 
The CBL format allowed the librarian to support students individually and increased engagement compared to lecture-based learning. Challenges included assessing the students’ prior EBM knowledge and the time commitment for a solo librarian. However, group assignments and a grading rubric helped to minimize the challenge.
 
Conclusion: The initial pilot testing of this instructional design format and rubric has shown promise in reaching the objectives of providing a relevant and active learning platform with quantifiable results. A future randomized controlled trial is planned to provide quantifiable evidence supporting CBL labs for EBM instruction when compared to lecture-based learning
Historia de la sororidad en las aulas de la ESO
Authors: Jiménez Sáenz de Tejada Marta
Published: March 2024

La siguiente propuesta didáctica pretende integrar la presencia de la mujer en la historia y, concretamente, trasladar a la ESO el estudio de las expresiones históricas de sororidad en la Edad Moderna. Para ello se propone el empleo de diferentes metodologías y recursos didácticos activos que buscan crear escenarios de aprendizaje atractivos para el alumnado y que les ayuden a comprender mejor el oficio del historiador, como la dramatización, el uso de fuentes primarias o el trabajo colaborativo. Se espera que todo ello permita integrar mejor la historia de la mujer en la asignatura de Geografía e Historia, ya que los resultados de otras iniciativas siguen siendo limitados. Asimismo, se pretende que los temas trabajados durante las tres sesiones propuestas puedan ser trasladados a la actualidad por los estudiantes, mejorando su comprensión de la sociedad, animándolos a luchar contra las injusticias y desigualdades de cualquier tipo.
A mismanaged case of post herpetic nasal stenosis: a salvage story
Authors: Shetti Preeti S. , E. V. Manishaa , Rai Akash
Published: March 2024

Acquired nasal stenosis is due to loss of vestibular lining because of scar contracture or direct injury to the lobule-ala-columella complex. We present a patient of Herpes zoster mismanagement with scarring of the right nasal cavity who was treated by placing a stent to achieve nasal patency.  A 47-year-old male, previously diagnosed to have Herpes zoster, presented with complaints of right nasal obstruction, discolouration of skin and burning sensation over the right cheek and nose. He had applied an herbal paste given by quacks which led to scarring and hypopigmentation over the face. He tried peeling the scab off which resulted in a skin contracture and right nasal obstruction. Local examination revealed multiple erythematous hypopigmented plaques over the right maxillary region, scarring over the right lateral aspect of the dorsum, ala and tip and a skin contracture causing stenosis of the right anterior nares. The stenosed area was excised and diagnostic nasal endoscopy showed collapse of the ala and the vestibular region in the right nasal cavity. A red rubber catheter was used as a stent and sutured in place at the ala. Postoperatively, nasal cavity patency was maintained. Herpes zoster is usually self-limiting and treatment with analgesics suffices. Antiviral medication and corticosteroids may alleviate severe pain. However, mismanagement of the lesions by taking local herbal paste and medicines can lead to exacerbation of the lesions and complications like nasal stenosis.
الصحة العامة في الإمارات العربية المتحدة ورأس الخيمة
Authors: مؤسسة القاسمي
Published: March 2024

منذ الاستقلال واكتشاف النفط وبداية التطور السريع، نظرت الإمارات العربية المتحدة إلى البلدان المتقدمة كنماذج يحتذى بها في الإدارة العامة، بما في ذلك نظام الرعاية الصحية العامة. وعلى الرغم من كونها دولة حديثة النشأة وكون نظام الرعاية الصحية فيها حديث العهد، فإنها تملك واحداً من أكثر أنظمة الرعاية الصحية تقدماً في منطقة الخليج العربي، كما أنها اتبعت استجابة فعالة وتقدمية ومركزة على الوقاية من كوفيد-19، وقامت بتوسيع مرافق الرعاية الصحية ونطاق التغطية ليصل إلى الجزء الأكبر من سكانها. ومع ذلك، كان لديها تحديات وطنية فريدة تشاركها مع دول أخرى في منطقة الخليج. وتسعى ورقة الاسترشاد هذه إلى معالجة ندرة المصادر المعرفية التي تحدد الوضع الحالي والاتجاهات المستقبلية للرعاية الصحية في دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة.
Emirati Perceptions of Aging and Aged Care in the United Arab Emirates
Authors: Almarabta Shahed , Smith Tiffany , Ridge Natasha
Published: March 2024

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is facing a significant challenge regarding accessible high-quality aged care and service provisions for its growing senior population. While only accounting for two percent of the current population (165,000 people), the population of Emiratis aged 60 and older is estimated to increase twelvefold by the year 2050. This demographic shift will have major financial, social, and cultural consequences. To provide a knowledge base on seniors in the UAE and expectations about aged care, this policy paper discusses the findings of a recent study about the perceptions, knowledge, and attitudes of Emiratis on aging and senior care in the context of the UAE.

Our findings suggest that younger Emiratis have a limited understanding of aging and their future physical and financial well-being. Moreover, while younger Emiratis prefer family as primary caregivers, younger Emiratis also want to receive secondary support from friends. Older Emiratis prefer to live in their homes or reside in aged care facilities and hospitals to receive care, whereas younger Emiratis tend to prefer living near family and friends for support and care. Overall, this study reveals that amongst both younger and older Emiratis, perceptions about care and support are highly influenced by their existing close relationships and connections with Senior Emiratis.
Special Education Policy in the United Arab Emirates: Knowledge and Implementation in Ras Al Khaimah
Authors: Jean Tecce DeCarlo Mary , Ammar Alia
Published: March 2024

The United Arab Emirates has a bold and progressive special education policy that supports the inclusion of special education students, referred to in this paper as the determined ones and students of determination. The General Rules for the Provision of Special Education Programs and Services, an important policy document for educating students of determination, advocates that the “determined ones” remain in the regular classroom setting whenever possible.

This policy paper examines teachers’ knowledge of this inclusion policy as well as their perceptions of other school level inclusion policies. The research undertaken found no significant differences in knowledge or perceptions between and among Ras Al Khaimah teachers placed at government, international, and private schools. However, knowledge about the inclusion policy was low. Additionally, teachers expressed limited confidence that their schools could meet the needs of the “determined ones” in inclusive classrooms.

To bridge this gap, the authors discuss recommendations centered on teacher training and how such programs could impact field experiences in inclusive classrooms. Furthermore, suggestions are offered for school-based inclusion policies that can be developed by teams of teachers and school leaders to build teacher knowledge, the national policy, and teacher capacity to meet the educational needs of the “determined ones”.
Mapping the Growth of Mangrove Forests in the United Arab Emirates from 2010 to 2020
Authors: Killilea Mary , Burt John
Published: March 2024

Mangroves have a long rich history in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Over time they have served as an important cultural, economic and ecological resource. To fully conserve these important ecosystems, it is essential to have accurate maps of their current and historical extent. Remote sensing is an excellent tool for the creation of this type of data. This paper tests the use of the Google Earth Engine Mangrove Mapping Methodology (GEEMMM) (Yancho et al., 2020) to monitor mangrove change in the UAE from 2010 to 2020. The maps developed are consistent with other research and show mangroves in the UAE have expanded to a total area of 169 km2, which is an increase of 34 km2 over the ten years included in this study. It further proposes that Ras Al Khaimah could utilize this approach to continue monitoring mangrove change in order to improve conservation and better understand how environmental conditions impact mangrove ecosystem health.
Is it All About the Money? Motivations and Preferences for Work Across Emirati and Non-Emirati Youth in the UAE
Authors: Lee Seungah , Farhat Janaan , Supi Aitidal
Published: March 2024

This policy paper examines the values and preferences of United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) youth regarding work and the workplace. Drawing on interviews with non-Emirati and Emirati youth, the study reveals key factors influencing their employment decisions. Flexibility in the workplace, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment emerge as critical considerations. Additionally, the desire for meaningful, purposeful work transcends financial compensation. Emirati and non-Emirati youth exhibit nuanced differences in their priorities for work and the work environment. While both value supportive environments, the study finds that Emirati youth are more likely to prefer work closer to home and work environments where there is lenience and flexibility in terms of management style compared to their non-Emirati counterparts. It also finds that non-Emirati youth value supportive environments for goals of career advancement and financial stability as opposed to Emirati youth who value nurturing environments for reasons of personal development and purposeful work. Understanding these distinct motivators is essential for organizations seeking to attract, engage, and retain young talent in the UAE's rapidly growing economy.
Through the Looking Glass: Applying a Gender Lens to Unemployment in Ras Al Khaimah
Authors: Farhat Janaan , Al Malki Saqr , Maluch Jessica
Published: March 2024

The government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has actively pursued Emiratization in the private sector, exemplified by the 2021 Nafis Program, aiming to connect unemployed Emiratis with private organizations through monetary incentives. While the program has surpassed its national target, approximately 5,000 Emiratis remain unemployed in Ras Al Khaimah.

This paper examines existing gender disparities in employment through adopting a gender lens. By utilizing data obtained from the Ras Al Khaimah Government and drawing on insights from Al Malki and Pretorius (2023), our analysis prompts a reflection on the potential of targeted, gender-specific policies to alleviate the unemployment rates among Emirati men and women.

We begin by outlining the Nafis Program, followed by an exploration of gendered aspects in education and employment within the Gulf and the UAE. Our analysis identifies key challenges, shaping subsequent discussions. This culminates in strategic recommendations designed to enhance labor market participation for Emirati men and women in Ras Al Khaimah.
Atividades Circenses na Escola: o que dizem os estudos acadêmicos?
Authors: Yonamine Mariana Harue , Rossi Fernanda
Published: March 2024

O objetivo deste estudo consistiu em analisar o estado da arte da produção acadêmica recente no campo das atividades circenses no ambiente escolar, mediante revisão sistemática da literatura, e identificar a potencialidade desta manifestação corporal na Educação Básica. Foram encontradas 12 publicações no período de 2014 a 2019. Na maioria dos estudos levantados, as atividades circenses se constituem enquanto tempo-espaço-vivência que possibilitam as criações e recriações, a fantasia, a liberdade expressiva e o alargamento dos significados em relação a esta prática corporal. Com isso, se aproxima da perspectiva da corporeidade, possibilitando uma educação íntegra, criativa e entusiasmada, que valoriza o ser corporal por inteiro.
PANDEMIA E O ENSINO REMOTO NOS ANOS INICIAIS DO ENSINO FUNDAMENTAL: UMA ANÁLISE NO MUNICÍPIO DE LONDRINA – PR
Authors: Grossi Silva Maria Fernanda , Vaitiekunas Pizarro Mariana
Published: March 2024

A pandemia de COVID-19 impactou diferentes esferas da sociedade. Na Educação, as mudança necessárias foram acompanhadas de desafios para escolas e professores, e dentre eles estava a carência de formação específica para a utilização das Tecnologias de Informação e Comunicação - TIC 's no contexto de urgência. Este trabalho, de cunho qualitativo, objetiva caracterizar desafios e adaptações das práticas de ensino vividos pelos professores dos anos iniciais da rede municipal em Londrina-PR, durante o ensino remoto. A pesquisa deu voz a treze docentes por meio da aplicação de questionário semiestruturado. Como resultados, pôde-se destacar a angústia gerada pela doença, carga excessiva de trabalho e a dificuldade em conciliar a rotina de casa com a profissional. Por outro lado, as professoras apontam a sensação de superação e dever cumprido ao passar por este momento e retomar a vida presencial.
AVALIAÇÃO DO CONHECIMENTO DOS PROFESSORES DAS SÉRIES INICIAIS DE UMA ESCOLA DE EDUCAÇÃO BÁSICA SOBRE DISCALCULIA
Authors: Da Silva Sipriano Érica , Madeira Kristian
Published: March 2024

Partindo do entendimento da importância de verificar o conhecimento dos professores de matemática sobre discalculia, visto que é o professor quem convive semanalmente com o estudante, sendo capaz de oportunizar o encaminhamento a profissionais que possam realizar esse diagnóstico e promover orientações para a realização de uma intervenção pedagógica adequada, este estudo teve como objetivo identificar o conhecimento de professores das séries iniciais de uma escola de educação básica sobre discalculia. A pesquisa foi realizada por meio da aplicação de questionário, que foi aplicado a professores atuantes nas séries iniciais de uma escola pública da cidade de Urussanga/SC. O presente estudo, mostra que o tema não é suficientemente abordado na formação dos professores, muito embora todos os pesquisados afirmaram ter conhecimento sobre o distúrbio.
O PROEJA EM INSTITUTOS FEDERAIS: UMA ANÁLISE DAS POSSIBILIDADES, DESAFIOS E PERSPECTIVAS
Authors: Ferreira Aurélio Secundo , Da Rocha Gabriel Kafure
Published: March 2024

Considerando a educação de jovens e adultos e suas adaptações ao longo dos tempos. O presente artigo tem como objetivo identificar quais são os caminhos possíveis, as dificuldades enfrentadas e os aspectos positivos da efetivação da educação profissional com a educação básica na modalidade de educação de jovens e adultos, nos Institutos Federais. Para a construção do presente trabalho foi realizado uma pesquisa bibliográfica de caráter exploratória com abordagem qualitativa. Os principais resultados encontrados foram: o conhecimento histórico do categoria educativa analisada, as legislações pertinentes e sua implementação nos Institutos Federais. Esse estudo servirá de insights para o aprofundamento sobre os aspectos históricos, legislativos e teóricos sobre a EJA. Conclui-se afirmando que a educação de jovens e adultos é um direito como modalidade educativa.
USO DE FERRAMENTAS NO PLANEJAMENTO ESTRATÉGICO DE ATIVIDADES ESCOLARES
Authors: Moura Marx Rodrigues de
Published: March 2024

Este estudo fez parte dos resultados do Projeto de Intervenção Pedagógica na Educação Profissional no Curso de Especialização em Docência na Educação Profissional e Tecnológica (EPT) no Instituto Federal de Educação, Ciência e Tecnologia do Piauí (IFPI), no formato de Educação à Distância (EAD). Tem como base o estudo da abordagem da “Aprendizagem Baseada em Projetos” e o uso de ferramentas que auxiliam o planejamento estratégico numa atividade escolar. Apresenta a estrutura do Trabalho Final de Curso com Intervenção Pedagógica na Educação Profissional teve como objetivo a promoção e realização de uma palestra para alunos do IFPI, Campus Picos sobre as ferramentas que auxiliam o planejamento estratégico numa atividade escolar. Refere-se aos estudos do professor Marx Rodrigues de Moura do Polo do IFPI, no Campus Picos, no Eixo Tecnológico Gestão e Negócios do Curso Técnico no Ensino Médio Integrado em Administração com base na Disciplina: Planejamento Estratégico, tendo como tema “Experiências do uso de ferramentas no planejamento estratégico: (Ideação) Tempestade de Ideias, (Planejamento) 5W2H, (Acompanhamento e Execução) Trello, (Apresentação) e (Plano de Ação) Miro, MindMeister/Mapa Mental, Canva e JamBoard”. Em síntese, a descrição da atividade realizada foi objeto do Trabalho de Final de Curso (TFC) que teve como objetivo realizar um Projeto de Intervenção Pedagógica na Educação Profissional, na realização de uma palestra sobre experiências com as ferramentas que auxiliam no planejamento estratégico numa atividade escolar.
PROFESSOR E A FORMAÇÃO CIDADÃ: O USO DO ENSINO JURÍDICO-TRABALHISTA NO ENSINO MÉDIO INTEGRADO COMO FERRAMENTA DE EMANCIPAÇÃO
Authors: Silva Wicara Lima e , Nunes Cícero Barboza
Published: March 2024

A educação brasileira estabelece legislação e diretrizes curriculares que priorizam uma proposta de formação humana integral, especialmente no ensino médio. Todavia, para que esta realidade seja concretizada, os professores desta etapa da educação básica tem papel fundamental, uma vez que podem utilizar sua liberdade de atuação para inserir no dia-a-dia dos alunos conteúdos que sejam fundamentais para uma formação cidadã, crítica e reflexiva. Neste sentido, parte-se da premissa que o ensino médio quando integrado à educação profissional e tecnológica deve se preocupar especialmente com as futuras relações de trabalho que surgirão a partir dos conhecimentos nele adquiridos, consequentemente, o estudo em direito do trabalho mostra-se fundamental.  Para tanto, este estudo foi realizado a partir de revisões bibliográficas, as quais foram fundamentadas pela legislação em vigor, bem como por meio das reflexões de pesquisadores como Marise Ramos, Dante Moura, Arnaldo Antunes, Kuenzer e Saviani. Por fim, conclui-se que o professor do Ensino Médio Integrado deve desenvolver em seus alunos olhar crítico sobre a relação que envolve capital e trabalho, bem como refletir sobre o cenário de precarização e flexibilização que envolvem os trabalhadores. Ressalte-se que esta atuação docente sobre o conhecimento jurídico-trabalhista toma por base a liberdade curricular garantida pela própria BNCC, desde que de forma tranversal e integradora. Dessa forma, acredita-se que o ensino jurídico-trabalhista pode ser uma ferramenta capaz de auxiliar os professores a atingir os objetivos anteriormente mencionados, especialmente no contexto do Ensino Médio Integrado, última etapa de preparação para adentrar no mundo do trabalho.
"EI, VOCÊ NÃO TÁ MAIS DE CASTIGO!" - REFLEXÕES SOBRE INFÂNCIAS E DESAFIOS CONTÍNUOS DA DOCÊNCIA
Authors: Oliveira Marta Regina Furlan de , Batista de Oliveira Silva Luzia
Published: March 2024

Este artigo objetivou refletir a respeito das infâncias e os desafios da docência na educação das crianças, considerando-as sujeitos plurais, com vistas a uma humanização, possibilitada, também, no ensino escolar, num processo de formação geral das crianças e do ser humano. De maneira particular, caracterizou-se, brevemente, a sociedade e suas contradições. O estudou se pautou na noção de infância e das infâncias sob o olhar da pedagogia, da filosofia, da história, da sociologia e da psicanálise, colocando em cena, o tempo da infância entrelaçada ao novo, ao belo e ao diferente, ressaltando uma educação pautada nos sentidos das vivências e experiências humanizadoras da docência e seu ensino, num cenário demarcado por crises em diversas áreas da vida humana. Torna-se, por isso, crucial dirigirmos um olhar sobre as intencionalidades educacionais, especialmente, aquelas voltadas para o trabalho docente com as crianças, no intuito de compreender as infâncias de um sujeito plural, subjetivo, único e indivisível. A discussão se baseou nos fundamentos da Teoria Crítica da Sociedade e autores correlatos, que se debruçaram no estudo das infâncias, contemplando a criticidade e o processo de humanização, sendo fundamental estabelecer o diálogo entre as crianças, suas infâncias e as práticas educativas em tempos incertos. Isso permitirá mais entendimento crítico e sensível de alguns fenômenos atuais cotidianos, instituídos e vividos em espaços formativos, voltados à infância e contando com a possibilidade de desafiar os educadores para buscarem novos contornos em suas práticas docentes com as crianças, em prol de uma formação emancipadora e digna.
Bionomic modelling of hyperstable fish populations. The gulf corvina, Cynoscion othonopterus, fishery as case study
Authors: Urías-Sotomayor Ricardo , Aragón-Noriega Eugenio A. , Payán-Alejo Jorge , Cisneros Mata Miguel Angel , Rodríguez-Domínguez Guillermo
Published: March 2024

Catch and fishing effort data are generally available, hence surplus production models are commonly used to conduct assessments. However, hyperstability resulting from spawning aggregations (SA) pose challenges to determine status and inform management of many fisheries resources. Using data from 1991 to 2019, we develop a method to study hyperstable fished stocks relaxing the assumption of constant catchability, hence direct dependence of catch-per-unit-effort and biomass. Information criterion was used to choose the best model including a Cobb-Douglas function for gulf corvina (Cynoscion othonopterus), a sciaenid fish endemic to the gulf of California managed through annual quotas. Bionomic stock-reduction models were fit using catch, effort, published natural mortality, virgin biomass, and economic structure. Models were solved using maximum likelihood and the best model chosen with Akaike information criterion. Current fishing effort is beyond bionomic optimum. This deserves a precautionary approach to protect this endemic species and sustain the fishery.
SÍNDROMES DE POLINIZAÇÃO E DISPERSÃO DE ESPÉCIES VEGETAIS NATIVAS UTILIZADAS POR COMUNIDADES TRADICIONAIS DO PARQUE NACIONAL DOS LENÇÓIS MARANHENSES
Authors: Martins Anna Kelly Pereira , Novaes Éville Karina Delgado Maciel Ribeiro
Published: March 2024

Esse estudo teve por objetivo descrever os atributos reprodutivos e as síndromes polinização e dispersão de espécies vegetais nativas que são utilizadas como alimento e medicamento por comunidades tradicionais do Parque Nacional dos Lençóis Maranhenses (PNLM). As observações e as coletas de flores e frutos das espécies foram realizadas quinzenalmente, entre agosto de 2018 a junho de 2019. Foram caracterizadas 40 espécies vegetais, sendo as famílias mais representativas a Fabaceae e a Myrtaceae. Os atributos florais mais frequentes foram flores em formato pincel (25%), disco (22,5%) e tubo (22,5%), flores pequenas (60%) e com coloração clara, incluindo branca, esverdeada, bege e creme, (57,5%). A maioria das flores apresentou odor (82,5%) e o sistema hermafroditismo (82,5%). As síndromes de polinização e dispersão predominantes foram melitofilia (52,5%) e zoocoria (77,5%). Essas estratégias reprodutivas representa um padrão importante para as espécies utilizadas popularmente pelas comunidades tradicionais do PNLM, havendo, portanto, maior necessidade de conservação.
Comparison of Grip Test and TFI parameters depending on the sex of patients eligible for TAVI treatment
Authors: Godek Piotr
Published: March 2024

Wstęp

Ciężkie zwężenie zastawki aortalnej to istotny problem kliniczny w starzejących się społeczeństwach. Jedną z opcji terapeutycznych dla pacjentów z taką diagnozą jest przezcewnikowe wszczepienie zastawki aortalnej (transcatheter aortic valve implantation – TAVI).

Materiał i metody

W grupie pacjentów (n = 92) leczonych z powodu zwężenia zastawki aortalnej w Górnośląskim Centrum Medycznym im. prof. Leszka Gieca SUM w Katowicach w latach 2018–2020, kwalifikowanych przez heart team do leczenia metodą TAVI, dokonano oceny siły mięśniowej oraz oceny prawdopodobieństwa występowania zespołu kruchości. Dodatkowo grupę badaną podzielono ze względu na płeć, aby porównać częstość występowania zespołu kruchości i rozkład wartości referencyjnych pomiarów siły mięśniowej w zależności od tego czynnika.

Wyniki

Mediana siły mięśniowej zmierzonej testem Grip wyniosła 26,8 kg. Wartości te, w połączeniu z danymi z Tilburg Frailty Indicator (TFI), wskazywały na istotną kruchość u badanej próby. Mediana wyników testu TFI wynosiła 8 pkt, co wskazywało na wysoki poziom kruchości. Funkcja serca, mierzona za pomocą frakcji wyrzutowej (ejection fraction – EF), wynosiła 55% – wartość ta była w granicach normy, co sugerowało umiarkowane funkcjonowanie serca. Wartość mediany przepływu kłębuszkowego (glomerular filtration rate – GFR) wynosiła 62,5 ml/min/1,73 m2, co również sugerowało umiarkowane funkcjonowanie nerek.

Wnioski

W odniesieniu do zespołu kruchości, określonego za pomocą testu TFI, prezentowane w pracy wyniki pokazują, że zdecydowana większość badanych (94,6%) ma symptomy zespołu kruchości. Głębsza analiza wyników TFI pokazała, że prawie 60% badanych uzyskało do 5 pkt (łagodny stopień kruchości), podczas gdy 27,5% powyżej 10 pkt (ciężki stopień kruchości).