bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Sharia Financing Marketing Strategy in The Framework Of Spin-Off Preparations at Bank “P”
Authors: Felicia Felicia , Haque Marissa Grace , Simatupang Batara Maju
Published: April 2024

This research is expected to be able to see and analyze the types of strategies currently being implemented by the Sharia Business Unit of Bank "P" in preparation for the spin-off in accordance with applicable regulations. This research used a mixed methods approach, complemented by descriptive analysis. The method chosen is a SWOT analysis to determine internal and external factors and their importance by determining the IE Matrix test. By examining the position in the IE and SWOT matrix quadrants, the following are identified: (1) the company's position and its ability to compete, (2) strength, (3) weakness, (4) opportunity, and (5) threats. As a result, several alternative strategies were obtained that could be implemented by UUS (Sharia business unit) Bank "P", namely (1) establishing cooperation and partnerships with other Sharia financial institutions or non-bank financial institutions; (2) creating a diversified sharia product portfolio; (3) expand its customer base by introducing products and services; (4) improving the quality of human resources; (5) Investment in technology infrastructure.
Sympathectomy in the treatment of hyperhidrosis: Is it an effective solution?
Authors: Katrancıoğlu Özgür , Karadayı Şule , Karabacak Merve
Published: April 2024

Background: Primary hyperhidrosis affects 1-3% of the general population and occurs equally in both genders. It significantly affects the quality of life. In recent years, endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy (ETS), especially with a single-port approach, has gained popularity in the treatment of primary hyperhidrosis. This study aims to assess the efficacy and clinical outcomes of ETS surgery for primary hyperhidrosis.
Materials and Methods: The data of 30 patients who underwent bilateral ETS due to primary hyperhidrosis were examined retrospectively. 25 patients treated with a single port approach were included in the study, and 5 patients treated with a double port approach were excluded from the study. Preoperative evaluations and routine tests were performed. Patients were evaluated in terms of age, gender, complications, satisfaction, compensatory sweating, and relapse. Patients' satisfaction levels were determined by telephone interviews.
Results: The mean patient age was 24.16 ± 6.01 years; 56% were men and 44% were women. As complications, compensatory hyperhidrosis was observed in 12% of the patients, and mild pneumothorax was observed in 12%. No operative mortality occurred. No recurrence was observed during the long-term follow-up. In telephone surveys, 88% of patients reported satisfaction. Three patients with compensatory sweating were partially satisfied. No patient reported regret.
Conclusions: We believe that ETS is an effective option in the treatment of primary hyperhidrosis, with low morbidity and high patient satisfaction rates, despite the risk of compensatory sweating.
The role of kisspeptin in female and male reproduction
Authors: Korkmaz Oya
Published: April 2024

Kisspeptin is a neuropeptide responsible for controlling the synthesis of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH), luteinizing hormone (LH), and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH). The G-protein-coupled receptor 54/kisspeptin 1 receptor (GPR54/KISS1R) is involved in its action. The comprehension of kisspeptin and its actions represents a significant breakthrough in the field of reproductive biology. Kisspeptins play a crucial role in the development and optimal functioning of the reproductive system in both female and male. Additionally, it contributes to the onset of puberty, regulating feedback processes, and influencing sexual desire and arousal. It regulates a number of reproductive functions in women, including ovulation, lactation, ovarian development, follicle development, oocyte maturation, and pregnancy via the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal (HPG) axis. Spermatogenesis, sperm function, Leydig cells, and reproductive behaviour are all impacted by it in men. Infertility and polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) are among the diseases linked to kisspeptin dysregulation, according to the research. For potential future use in diagnosing and treating problems, it may be helpful to understand the mechanisms behind kisspeptin's effects on the reproductive system. This review focuses on the regulatory function of kisspeptin on the HPG axis and the impact of kisspeptin on reproductive processes in both female and male.
Compact design of circularly polarized microstrip patch antenna with double slip ring resonator for vehicle-to-vehicle communication
Authors: Zaw Ko Ko , Khin Ei Ei , Oo Thandar , Pradhan Devasis , Tun Hla Myo
Published: April 2024

The paper mainly focuses on the compact design of circularly polarized microstrip patch antenna for vehicle-to-vehicle communication. The charging time of electric vehicle is longer waiting time than compared to traditional gasoline-based vehicles. The charging is done at the public charging stations. When the vehicles need charging while driving, they communicate with Dedicated Short Range Communications (DSRC) band to send the information to the nearest vehicles and receive information from the charging station. Moreover, DSRC band is used in many applications area such as Intelligent Transportation System (ITS), Electronic Toll Collection (ETC), Collision Avoidance, and connected vehicles. The research problem in this study is that when installing an antenna on a vehicle, it is important to have a compact size and achieve circular polarization. The research solution for the problem statement in this study is emphasized on 45? inclined slot and corner trimmed is added in rectangular patch to make the current part longer and the impedance matching better, and to get circular polarization. After that, Swiss roll structure CSRR is added in ground plane to improve bandwidth. Finally, outer SRR is added in the ground plane to improve S11. The proposed design has been validated for car-to-car (5.85-5.925 GHZ) communication.
The Influence of Discipline, Motivation, and Compensation on Teachers' Self-Perception of Performance
Authors: Rahayu Gita , Santoso Joko Bagio , Akhmadi Ali , Nafisah Siti , Mustika Maya
Published: April 2024

This study aims to determine the effect of the variables of discipline, work motivation and compensation on the performance of state junior high school teachers in the Koja area of North Jakarta. The research was conducted at SMP Negeri 30, SMP Negeri 277 and SMP Negeri 151. The sampling technique in this study used a saturated sampling technique. Saturated sampling technique is a sampling technique when all members of the population are sampled and are relatively small. The results of the study show that the variable of discipline has an effect on teacher performance, motivation has an effect on teacher performance and compensation has had an effect on teacher performance. The results of hypothesis testing show that the variables of discipline, motivation and compensation together have a significant effect on teacher performance.
Mikrobiyolojik Olarak Test Edilmiş Bitkisel Ekstraktlar ve Esansiyel Yağlar ile Saç Dökülmesine Karşı Doğal Şampuan Formülasyon Geliştirilmesi
Authors: Ibrahım Bashar , Kurt Ahmet Arif
Published: April 2024

Amaç: Şampuan en sık kullanılan kozmetik üründür. Saç sağlığı için temizliğe verilen önem nedeniyle saç güzelliğine ve bakımına verilen önem de giderek artmaktadır. Sentetik şampuanlar düzenli kullanıldığında saçlara zarar verir. Bu kapsamda Urtica dioica (ısırgan otu), buğday tohumu yağı, Rosa damascena Mill (Isparta gülü) ve Allium sativum (sarımsak) kullanılarak doğal bir şampuan üretilmesi ve antimikrobiyal analizlerin yapılması amaçlandı.

Gereç ve Yöntem: Ürün paketlenip nihai ürün haline gelinceye kadar gerekli tüm süreçler (formülasyon tasarımı, karakterizasyon ve son ürün testleri) çalışma kapsamında gerçekleştirildi. Geliştirilen formülasyon üzerinde fizikokimyasal testler (pH, viskozite, kepek etkisi, mikrobiyolojik testler) ve stabilite testleri (renk, koku, görünüm ve pH kontrolü) yapıldı.

Bulgular: Analiz sonucunda formülasyonların pH değerinin cilde uygun olan 5,5’e yakın olduğu belirlendi. Seçilen NI-S-7, tüm formülasyonlar arasında yüksek viskozite (26,43± 0,75), köpüklenme indeksi (250) ve yüksek temizleme verimliliği gösterdi. Saçı besleyen ve onaran bitkisel etken maddeler içeren bir şampuan elde edildi. Ayrıca ortaya çıkan formülasyon ürününün mikrobiyolojik analizi yapılmış ve Türkiye İlaç ve Tibbi Cihaz Kurumu (TITCK) tarafından yayınlanan kozmetik ürünlerde güvenlilik kılavuzına göre sınır değerlere uygun olduğu görülmüştür.

Sonuç: Ülkemizde yetiştirilen ürünlerin ticari ürüne dönüştürülmesi ekonomiye destek olacaktır. Geliştirilecek şampuan, gül bitkisinin tipik kokusunu koruduğu için Türkiye’de yetişen doğal kaynaklı bitkilerden elde edilecek ve aromaterapi etkisiyle tıbbi rahatsızlıklarda kullanılması beklenmektedir.
Anti-Corruption and Compliance Control: Identifying and Evaluating Corruption Risks and preventing them in State Governance
Authors: Ahmadjonov Murodullo
Published: April 2024

In the interconnected world, corruption is the pervasive threat that has been resulting in dire consequences in terms of boosting the economy, development, public infrastructure, and transparency, just to name a few. This article provides first-hand information about many states that have been suffering from the catastrophic effects of corruption-based practices that are being committed by people who hold special entrusted power in a particular position. This means that more violations came about due to the people who abuse entrusted power in state governance across the globe. Furthermore, the given article gives insights into the hands-on practice and pragmatic approaches of developed countries where there is a low corruption-based crime rate. Additionally, this article emphasizes the importance of raising legal literacy among individuals and offers the practical approaches of the aforementioned countries to prevent, identify, and evaluate corruption risks in state governance.
Copyright for Computer Programs and Databases
Authors: Ubaydullaeva Anna
Published: April 2024

In the digital age, computer programs and databases have emerged as invaluable intellectual properties, driving technological advancements and innovation across industries. As these works become increasingly critical to modern society, ensuring adequate legal protection through copyright law is paramount. This article explores the intricate legal landscape surrounding copyright protection for computer programs and databases. Focusing on the international and national legal frameworks, the article examines the requirements for copyright eligibility, such as originality, fixation, and authorship. It delves into the scope of protection, encompassing source code, object code, user interfaces for computer programs, and the structure, arrangement, and data content of databases. The article also addresses the exceptions and limitations to copyright protection, balancing the rights of creators with the legitimate interests of users and the public. Fair use, reverse engineering, and the creation of backup copies are among the key exceptions discussed. Additionally, the article highlights the challenges of enforcing copyright protection in the digital realm, including digital piracy, transnational infringement, and the complexities surrounding technological protection measures. By providing a comprehensive overview of this intricate legal domain, the article aims to foster a deeper understanding of the critical role copyright plays in incentivizing innovation and creativity in the digital age, while also acknowledging the need for a balanced approach that promotes access and legitimate use of these invaluable works
Most Known Citrus L. Species and Breast Cancer Relationship
Authors: Yakıncı Ömer Faruk , Süntar İpek
Published: April 2024

The genus Citrus L. belongs to the Rutaceae family of flowering plants and shrubs. Citrus genus has valuable edible fruits such as oranges, lemons, grapefruits, pomelos, and limes. Australia, Melanesia, Southeast Asia, East Asia, and South Asia are the native habitats of the genus Citrus. Indigenous societies in these regions have long utilized and tamed various Citrus species. Citrus fruits and their secondary metabolites have been reported to be useful agents in numerous studies to possess anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anticancer properties. This review gives an overview of Citrus species and background information on the potential anticancer properties of the compounds identified, along with the related in vitro and in vivo research. Studies from the past have revealed a variety of biological functions that Citrus compounds can regulate, such as angiogenesis, apoptosis, metastasis, cell cycle regulation, and cell proliferation. These promising data call for more investigation into the chemopreventative activity of Citrus and phytoconstituents.
Las TIC como herramientas de soporte para la implementación de metodologías pedagógicas innovadoras.
Authors: Ramón Pucurucu Luisa Patricia
Published: April 2024

Las Tecnologías de la Información y la Comunicación (TIC) son un recurso que facilita el desarrollo de una serie de actividades, entre ellas la gestión e intercambio de datos; aplicadas en el campo educativo, tienen como principal propósito el de optimizar, enriquecer y transformar los procesos de enseñanza y aprendizaje, ya que por medio del uso de estas herramientas es posible facilitar el acceso a nuevos conocimientos gracias a la conectividad que ofrece, lo que favorece al aprendizaje colaborativo y autónomo. El presente artículo se llevó a cabo con el objetivo de analizar el uso de las TIC como herramientas de soporte para la implementación de metodologías pedagógicas innovadoras. La metodología de investigación aplicada se basó en un diseño no experimental de enfoque cualitativo; en cuanto al tipo de estudio fue de nivel descriptivo y de carácter empírico. Para el levantamiento de la información, se seleccionó una muestra de participantes conformada por 14 docentes de bachillerato y de instituciones universitarias de la ciudad de Azogues, Ecuador con quienes se realizó un grupo de discusión. Los resultados reflejaron que la implementación de las TIC ha sido un factor fundamental para impulsar la implementación de nuevas metodologías pedagógicas en las que se les atribuye a los estudiantes un rol más activo sobre su aprendizaje, no obstante aún existen retos que se deben afrontar como la falta de competencias por parte de los docentes sobre el uso de estas herramientas y una posible renuencia a dejar de lado enfoques de enseñanza más tradicionales.
Financial Inclusion as a Veritable Tool for the Performance of Small and Medium Enterprises: Empirical Evidences from Osun State, Nigeria
Authors: Oyewale Israel Oludele , Alabi Ezekiel
Published: April 2024

Policymakers, researchers, and other stakeholders globally have been discussing the success and failure of small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Financial inclusion has been considered a fresh way to expand the distribution of cheap financing to low-income and disadvantaged groups in society, thereby facilitating the operation of commercial activities. Therefore, the aim of this study is to investigate how financial inclusion affects the performance of SMEs in Osun State, Nigeria. The study made use of primary data. Data from the respondents were gathered using a structured questionnaire. 8,923 Osun State-registered SMEs are the study's population. Through the use of a simple random sampling technique, 450 respondents made up the study's sample size. The performance of SMEs (sales growth) and the independent variable, financial inclusion dimensions (proximity, payment infrastructure, store of value, and information storage), were examined using multiple regression analysis on the data. The results showed that financial inclusion as a whole had a 71.4% significant impact on SMEs' performance. The findings also revealed that proximity (0.987), payment infrastructure (0871), stores of value (0.784), and information storage (0.691) all significantly impacted the performance of SMEs. The study came to the conclusion that the growth of these financial inclusion dimensions has an impact on SME performance in Osun State, Nigeria. Accordingly, the study recommended that the government, financial institutions, and other stakeholders continue to enhance their delivery of financial inclusion dimensions and educate the general public about the range of financial services that are accessible beyond credit services, which are well-known and widely used.
In-Service Science Teachers’ Views of the Empirical and Tentative Nature of Science
Authors: Ayilimba Alberta , Tindan Thomas Nipielim , Dorsah Philip
Published: April 2024

According to research, teachers' views about the nature of science influence their students' views, as well as how they teach science. The goal of this study was to ascertain in-service science teachers' views on the empirical and tentative nature of science. A mixed-methods approach was adopted. The sample comprised of ten in-service senior high school science teachers (7 males and 3 females) who were purposefully selected. In-service science instructors exhibited naive views of science (M = 2.81, SD = 0.33). Majority of the in-service science teachers (80%) held naive views, and 20% held informed views of the nature of science. The study revealed that in-service science instructors held a naive understanding of the empirical nature of science (M = 2.60, SD = 0.31). They did, however, held informed views about the tentative character of science (M = 3.77, SD = 0.79). The study recommends that research and professional development activities be directed toward assisting science teachers in developing a deep, comprehensive, and integrated grasp of science. Nature of science should be explicitly taught at the teacher education institutions to help prospective teachers understand the nature of science.
Bankruptcy Prediction Model in Service Companies during the Covid 19 Pandemic: A Comparative Analysis
Authors: Candera Mister
Published: April 2024

This research aims to analyze differences in bankruptcy prediction models for service companies carried out in hotel, restaurant and tourism companies in Indonesia. This is very interesting to study considering the importance of companies predicting early the possibility of bankruptcy. The number of samples in this research was 20 service companies that were included in the sampling technique criteria. The data analysis used to test the hypothesis is the difference test using the analysis of variance (ANOVA) method. The results of the analysis show that there are differences in bankruptcy prediction models for service companies during the Covid-19 pandemic. The results of this research can be used as a reference for service companies to be able to choose the most appropriate prediction model in order to minimize the risk of bankruptcy.
Geology and Hydrogeophysical Investigation of Gurum and Environs, Lere Sheet 147SE, Bassa-Plateau, North-Central Nigeria
Authors: Mohammed Y. B. , Yerima Ilyasu Abdullahi , Sani Aishatu , Gazali A. K. , Mshelia Samaila B.
Published: April 2024

Geology and hydrogeophysical investigation of Gurum and its environs was undertaken within Lere Sheet 147 SE. The geological studies revealed the presence of Precambrian rocks (undifferentiated migmatites and Older Granites) and Jurassic rocks (Younger Granite) of different varieties belonging to the Buji Complex. The Buji Complex is composed of two (2) super imposed ring complexes, the earlier volcanic and high- level hyperbyssal intrusion dominated by granitic rocks. Hydrogeophysical results showed depth to various geo-electric layers and the range of apparent resistivity values with lithological units and their water yielding potentials. The studies clearly show the aquifer thickness is sufficient and the resistivity value falls within the range of good water yield. Additionally, it can also be said that the aquifers in the study area including both weathered overburden and fractured crystalline rocks are capable of yielding significant amount of water to wells. The aquifer thickness appears to increase towards the north eastern part of Gurum.
Evaluation of the Level of Food Security in Households in the Health Area of Lwiro, Health Zone of MITI-MURHESA in 2022
Authors: Ngabe Prudent Mituga , Sangara Juliette Nsimire , Jenny Laurette Fokoung Mantho , Mirindi Victor Buhendwa
Published: April 2024

Study framework: health area of Lwiro in the health zone of Miti-Murhesa, in DR Congo. General objective: The general objective of the present work was to contribute in ameliorating household food security in order to reduce sanitary risks linked to food insecurity in the health area of Lwiro, health zone of Miti-Murhesa in Democratic Republic of Congo. Material and method: In order to fulfill the specific objectives of this work, we appealed to the technique of simple random sampling on 358 households. Sampling was done using a questionnaire. MS Excel and SPSS were used for data analyses and treatment. Results: After data analyses and treatment it was observed that, most of those who were investigated had no level of instruction, that is 31,2% with the size of the household less that 7 people, and 17,3% had a low food diversification score that is ¼, that means haven consumed a group of food amongst the 4 main groups of food during the week that preceded the investigations. Conclusion: Food insecurity is at its best in the health zone of Miti-Murhesa. This is a reason to recommend to the population of this health zone to diversify their feeding, in order to ameliorate their level of food security and their nutritional state.
Ecological Influence of Organic Pollution on the Distribution of Benthic Macroinvertebrates in Some Control Forest Watercourses in Cameroon
Authors: Biram à Ngon Eric Belmond , Ndjama Josephine , Chinche Belenfe Sylvie , Dzavi Jean , Nwaha Mathias , Nyame Mbia Donald L’or , Melle Epoundi Carine , Betsi Wilfried Christiane , Foto Menbohan Samuel
Published: April 2024

Monitoring of water quality and distribution of some benthic macroinvertebrates was carried out in a few control watercourses in the Mefou watershed, from August 2022 to June 2023 with the aim of identifying some ecological factors that influence the distribution of benthic organisms in forest areas. The evaluation of granulometric and physicochemical quality was carried out following the appropriate methods and the collection of benthic organisms following the multihabitat approach. The analysis of the particle size parameters shows that the coarse fraction dominates all the points explored, although the beginning of siltation was observed in the middle part of the Abouda and Fam rivers. Physico-chemical analyses revealed a relatively stable environment with well-oxygenated water, low values of organic pollution indicator parameters and low and constant temperatures throughout the watersheds. The analysis of the biological structure shows a total of 8483 individuals collected, all belonging to the arthropod phylum and the insect class. From the orders obtained, Hemiptera dominate the benthic fauna with 6 identified families. The organisational structure of the benthic community was analysed through the calculation of diversity and fairness indices and allows us to affirm that the benthic macroinvertebrate community is diverse and well organised.
A Comprehensive Review of General Characteristics of Peptides of Serum Immunoglobulins and Their Health Benefits
Authors: Ghafoori Eidi Mohammad , Narmuratova Meiramkul , Mohammadi Mohammad Hamid , Narmuratova Zhanar
Published: April 2024

As we know Immunoglobulin or antibodies are kind of protein which is produced by the immune system and fight against microbes or germs. Immunoglobulins are: IgM, IgG and IgA which supply long-term and short-term defense against contamination or infection. Several studies had found that the milk immunoglobulins are able to improve immune defense system response against germs and make available passive immunity, specially, in infants and young animals. The existence of immunologic agents in milk, like lactoferrin and lysozyme, can assist more to its protective effects. And also by incorporation of immunoglobulins and other immune improving materials to the formula milk, we can supply or make ready for the infants the same immunologic benefits like those which got from breastfeeding. We can say that this approach is beneficial for all infants specially it is beneficial for babies that are not able to feed from breast or have compromised Immune Systems.
Extension and Revision of Monetary Policy Transmission Mechanisms and Domestic Real Investment in Nigeria: A Time Series Study Between 1981-2015 by Lucky Anyike Lucky & Uzah Cheta Kingsley
Authors: Rotimi-Ojo Tonimi , Kilbane Michael
Published: April 2024

The study by Lucky Anyike and Uzah Cheta Kingsley examines the impact of monetary policy on domestic real investment in Nigeria, using Gross Fixed Capital Formation to Gross Domestic Product ratio as a proxy for domestic real investment. The study uses various independent variables, including the maximum lending rate, credit to private sector as a percentage of GDP, naira to US dollar exchange rate, savings rate, monetary policy rate, prime lending rate, and Treasury bill rate. The authors conclude that monetary policy has a significant effect on the domestic real investment rate. The extension of this paper examines the impact of both monetary and fiscal policy on domestic real investment in Nigeria, while also considering the influence of political biases and the fact that a significant portion of fiscal policy spending may be allocated to current expenditures rather than capital expenditures. While mainstream economic theory suggests that fiscal policy should have a positive effect on real investment rate, this theory may be challenged in Nigeria due to the specific context and allocation of fiscal resources. We also examine the effect of monetary policy on domestic real investment rate in Nigeria by incorporating additional variables in our analysis.
Once More Into the Fire of Academia
Authors: Fix Blair
Published: April 2024

Some exciting personal news. In July, I will be starting a postdoctoral fellowship at York University. I’ll be studying the hierarchical origins of income inequality. Some of you might be asking — what’s a ‘postdoc’? Well, it’s a position that universities invented in the 1970s to give PhD graduates a job while they waited for professorial positions.
Essentialism and Traditionalism in Academic Research
Authors: Fix Blair
Published: April 2024

 Ryan Kyger  1  and Blair Fix   Philosophy of science is about as useful to scientists as ornithology is to birds.  — attributed to Richard Feynman  2  Most scientists don’t worry much about philosophy; they just get on with doing ‘science’. They run experiments, analyze data, and report results. And by so doing, they fall repeatedly into known philosophical pitfalls.
When Stocks Go Up, Who Benefits?
Authors: Fix Blair
Published: April 2024

Download: PDF | EPUB  Cui bono  ? For whose benefit? Think of this question as a sword — a sharp piece of steel that cuts through bullshit. In this post, we’ll use it to slice through business-press bullshit about the stock market. You know the stuff — the ubiquitous puff pieces that gush about rising stock prices, as though they benefit everyone.
The Voldemort Index
Authors: Fix Blair
Published: April 2024

A few days ago, I received the attached essay, sent to me in error by a Dr. Tom Riddle. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the elite worldview. (Cover image: Elodie Tihange, altered)  There is no good and evil. There is only power and those too weak to seek it.  — Lord Voldemort For centuries, philosophers have sought to understand concepts such as ‘equity’, ‘fairness’, and ‘justice’. The result has been widespread confusion.
A Blind Leap
Authors: Fix Blair
Published: April 2024

And with that, my postdoc is done. Backing up a bit, for the last two years I’ve had a wonderful research position at York University supervised by political economist Jonathan Nitzan. It was the rare kind of postdoc that allowed me to work on my own research. (What I did with my time? Look at the last two years of writing on this blog!) Anyway, the job’s been a blast, but the position is over at the end of the month. So what comes next?
Impact of vitamin E on different organ systems
Authors: Koprivica Marko , Miljković Ana
Published: April 2024

Vitamin E, present in both plant and animal-based foods, is a lipophilic compound with multifaceted biochemical functions. Its deficiency can lead to severe health consequences, while excessive intake may result in hypervitaminosis. Among tocopherols, Alpha-tocopherol stands out for its pharmacokinetic properties and potent antioxidant effects. It exerts significant influence on the immune, nervous, and cardiovascular systems, as well as on skin health. Notably, it plays a crucial role in preventing carcinogenesis. While Alpha-tocopherol garners attention, other tocopherol group members should not be overlooked, as advancements in science uncover their diverse biological impacts. In recent years, tocotrienols have emerged with distinct biochemical properties that profoundly affect human health.
Sustainable synthesis of chromene derivatives catalysed by magnetite nanoparticle cored polyamine dendrimer
Authors: Lakshmi Kannappan  , Rangasamy Rajmohan
Published: April 2024

Chromene derivatives are naturally occurring heterocyclic compounds used as cosmetic agents, food additives, and potential biodegradable agrochemicals. Normally, its synthesis is carried out with three component/substrates with a suitable base. Dendrimer with amine functionality has several applications in catalysis, more specifically, dendrimers having enriched amino groups with accessible void makes a significant impact in base catalysis. Moreover, polar periphery of the dendrimers may enhance the solubility of material in the reaction medium. Therefore, herein we report the base catalytic efficiency of magnetite nanoparticle supported polyamine dendrimer with enriched amine groups and peripheral carboxyl groups. Actually, magnetite supported polyamine dendrimer synthesis involves the synthesis of PAMAM G3 on magnetite nanoparticle core, followed by reduction of amide group with subsequent functionalization of carboxylic acid terminals. Further, it is used as versatile polyvalent base for the synthesis of chromene derivatives. The magnetite supported dendritic scaffold has accessible voids and polar periphery which enables them dispersible in the reaction medium. The recycle efficiency study confirms, the competency of the material to work in industrial catalysis.
THE POTENTIAL OF CARDAMOM LEAF IN THE AGROFORESTRY SYSTEM: ESSENTIAL OIL YIELD AND 1.8-CINEOL CONTENT
Authors: Octavia Dona , Wijayanto Nurheni , Budi Sri Wilarso , Batubara Irmanida , Suharti Sri
Published: April 2024

Cardamom (Amomum cardamomum), the ‘Queen of spices’, is a native Indonesian spice, a type of potential biopharmaceutical currently prospective because of its high selling value, especially for its fruit, with various benefits and its wide use. So far, cardamom essential oil comes from the utilization of its fruit, but the production is more limited, unlike the sustainably produced leaves, therefore, its leaves have the potential to be developed. This study aims to analyze the essential oil yield and 1.8-cineol content of cardamom leaves essential oil (CLEO) grown in agroforestry systems. The CLEO was obtained by steam-water distillation, while the 1.8-cineol content was analyzed by gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC-MS). The experimental design employed was a Randomized Complete Block Design with three cropping patterns as a treatment and three doses of bokashi fertilizer as blocks. The results showed that the highest yield of CLEO was generated in the sengon + cardamom agroforestry pattern of 3.16%, and the highest content of 1,8-cineol in CLEO was generated in the sengon + cardamom + arrowroot agroforestry pattern of 47.23%, while the lowest yield of CLEO and the 1,8-cineol content were found in the monoculture pattern of 2,02% and 43.16% respectively. Agroforestry practices have the potential to increase 1,8-cineol content and the yield of essential oil in cardamom leaf, which will be prospective in forest management to support forestry multi-business and social forestry programs.
CULTURABLE ENDOSYMBIOTIC BACTERIA FROM THE INDIAN LAC INSECT, KERRIA LACCA (KERR)
Authors: Verma Sweta , Ramani Ranganathan , Chandra Ramesh , Kumar Hemant
Published: April 2024

The Indian lac insect, Kerria lacca (Kerr) (Coccoidea: Tachardiidae) is a commercially important phytosuccivorous and sessile scale insect. Lac insects are cultured on suitable host plants in India and some Southeast Asian countries to produce lac. The lac insect harbours a number of endosymbionts. Isolation of culturable microbial endosymbionts and their identification through 16S rRNA has revealed sex and host-related differences of microbial species. Bacillus boroniphilus, Enterobacter cloacae and Staphylococcus sp. were found only in the lac insects reared on the plant host Cajanus cajan, whereas Bacillus firmus, Lysinibacillus xylanilyticus, Bacillus horneckiae and Bacillus velezensis were recorded only from Flemingia macrophylla. B. firmus and L. xylanilyticus were female-specific and B. horneckiae and B. velezensis were male-specific with Flemingia macrophylla as host; E. cloacae was female-specific and Bacillus boroniphilus and Staphylococcus sp. were male specific with C. cajan. Biochemical characteristics of the isolates, their genetic relationship with their taxonomic kin and their probable role, based on the information available about these endosymbionts in other hosts, have been studied.
ESTUDO SOBRE HUMANIDADES DIGITAIS E OS DESAFIOS ASSOCIADOS AO RESPEITO À DIVERSIDADE E À PLURALIDADE DE IDEIAS
Authors: Pizolati Audrei Rodrigo da Conceição
Published: April 2024

O amplo uso das plataformas digitais tem apresentado desafios significativos para a democracia, especialmente durante as eleições presidenciais no Brasil. A formação de bolhas digitais e o aumento do extremismo de opiniões representam ameaças à coesão social, à tomada de decisões informadas e à construção identitária contrárias à diversidade sociocultural e à pluralidade de ideias. Assim, a análise se concentrou na formação de identidade, produção e disseminação de informações, destacando seus impactos na identidade social e pluralidade cultural. Para tanto, por meio de uma revisão bibliográfica e análise de conteúdo, observa-se que o papel dessas bolhas na formação de opiniões extremistas e a avaliação da inserção do bolsonarismo e do petismo nesse contexto representam apenas uma parte da polarização ideológica, racial e classista que o país enfrenta. Para mitigar esses desafios, é crucial promover uma educação crítica e reflexiva sobre a função e o uso das mídias sociais, tanto na escola quanto no cotidiano dos jovens e da sociedade como um todo.
NEOLIBERALISMO, CAPITALISMO DE PLATAFORMA, TRABALHO IMATERIAL E A EMERGÊNCIA DOS INFLUENCIADORES DIGITAIS E CRIADORES DE CONTEÚDO
Authors: Dias Kamyla Stanieski , Rocha Cristianne Maria Famer
Published: April 2024

Este artigo investiga as condições de possibilidade que levaram à emergência dos influenciadores digitais e criadores de conteúdo na sociedade contemporânea. Trata-se de uma reflexão, baseada em pesquisa bibliográfica sobre o tema, cuja estratégia analítica foi de inspiração genealógica, a partir de Michel Foucault. A análise abrange as transformações tecnológicas, mudanças políticas e econômicas, destacando a influência da racionalidade neoliberal, do Trabalho Imaterial e do Capitalismo de Plataforma na emergência destes sujeitos. Conclui-se que essas ocupações, agora profissionalizadas, refletem a lógica empresarial e características do homo oeconomicus – o empresário de si –, evidenciando a precarização inerente ao contexto do Capitalismo de Plataforma.
IMPACTO SOCIAL E CULTURAL NAS PLATAFORMAS DIGITAIS: CONSIDERAÇÕES PSICOLÓGICAS SOBRE INFLUENCIADORES DIGITAIS YOUTUBERS
Authors: Niederauer Rodolfo Cescon , Maggi Alice
Published: April 2024

Este estudo analisou, a partir das verbalizações de youtubers, suas percepções quanto seu ofício como influenciadores digitais, seu desempenho e interação com seguidores, e o impacto social de seus perfis virtuais. Foram entrevistados seis youtubers, abordando questões sobre subjetividade, o trabalho na plataforma YouTube, entre outros. Discutiram-se as respostas referentes à identidade on-line, seu processo de constituição e a participação do público na sua formação; as interações dos influenciadores digitais com seus inscritos; a responsabilidade e o compromisso social neste exercício; e os impactos pessoais e psicológicos das reações e cobranças dos espectadores. Ressalta-se a importância de mais estudos sobre os influenciadores digitais, os impactos sociais e psicológicos.
BIOMÍDIA EM SAÚDE: FERRAMENTA DE CONTRAINFORMAÇÃO PARA O CIGARRO ELETRÔNICO
Authors: Duarte Regiane Cristina , Gonçalves Milaini Lorena , Feitosa Jorge Alexandre Santos
Published: April 2024

O mundo globalizado passa por um dos maiores desafios contemporâneos que é a circulação de informação e/ou desinformação. Para tanto o objetivo deste artigo foi relatar conteúdos sobre o cigarro eletrônico relacionados às mídias sociais digitais para promover uma melhor compreensão por parte da população, além de aprovisionar de contrainformações as BIOmídias. A metodologia foi uma revisão integrativa da literatura desde a elaboração da questão central à apresentação da revisão/síntese do conhecimento. O artigo mostra o possível impacto social da contrainformação (BIOmídia) sobre o cigarro eletrônico como o construto multidimensional, sem o menor controle da informação técnico-científica. A contrainformação via BIOmídias para o cigarro eletrônico informará e contraporá a desinformação, permitindo assim uma reflexão crítica sobre toda e qualquer publicação em saúde.
ANTROPOFAGIA AFETIVA: A COLONIZAÇÃO DOS AFETOS COMPLEXOS
Authors: Torraca Lia Beatriz Teixeira
Published: April 2024

A crise pandêmica da covid-19 evidenciou não só uma vida desterritorializada, conforme Pierre Lévy entende o processo de virtualização de sujeitos e objetos, mas também revelou um fenômeno identificado como antropofagia afetiva. As experiências virtuais nas mídias sociais projetam esse fenômeno a partir da configuração perceptiva e afetiva do usuário através da mediação algorítmica. Experiências regidas por uma espécie de atualização da estética colonialista por meio do extrativismo de dados, nomeada por Nick Couldry e Ulises Mejias de data colonialism, responsável por colonizar os afetos manifestados no espaço virtual. Esta pesquisa busca investigar a atuação dos afetos na experiência estética algoritmicamente gerenciada na plataforma Instagram e a possibilidade de descolonizar esses afetos a partir da experiência fotográfica mediada por algoritmos. Uma proposta ancorada na Teoria dos Afetos de Silvan Tomkins, tanto como suporte teórico quanto referencial metodológico.
Pajubá: Justiça Estética e Patrimônio Imaterial
Authors: Leal Dodi Tavares Borges
Published: April 2024

O texto posiciona o Pajubá, socioleto de resistência trans latino-americana, no marco dos processos de reconhecimento cognitivo e justiça epistêmica. Tendo em vista os trabalhos conduzidos pelo Grupo de Pesquisa ‘Pedagogia da Performance: visualidades da cena e tecnologias críticas do corpo” (CNPq/UFSB) no sentido de inventariar o Pajubá, analisamos como os preceitos e processos da UNESCO para a preservação do patrimônio imaterial se aplicam neste caso. Tendo como chave as noções de injustiça testemunhal e injustiça hermenêutica (Fricker, 2023), avaliamos as dimensões anticoloniais do Pajubá enquanto formação de linguagem, perspectivando-o numa jornada de justiça estética.
Operárias da cena: a participação de mulheres no ofício cenotécnico teatral
Authors: Nascimento Priscila de Souza Chagas do
Published: April 2024

O presente artigo discute o apagamento e a exclusão de mulheres cenotécnicas nas produções teatrais brasileiras, assim como as divisões sexuais presentes nas etapas da linha de produção desse ofício. Para isso, dialogamos com conceitos teóricos e metodológicos de autoras do pensamento feminista que contribuem com os discursos pautados: Perrot (1998), Spivak (2010) e Kilomba (2019). Por meio de análise documental, apontamos a participação efetiva das mulheres cenotécnicas e a divisão do trabalho presente nas etapas da produção cenográfica.
Perspectivas sobre a cena acessível a partir da análise do espetáculo "Birita Procura-se"
Authors: Melo Junior Sidnei Mauro de , Berselli Marcia , Souza Vinicius Rodrigues de
Published: April 2024

O artigo apresenta a análise do espetáculo Birita Procura-se, criação de Ariadne Antico e Ésio Magalhães. Com enfoque na perspectiva da acessibilidade, o estudo busca observar como a atuação da palhaça, especialmente com o uso do flop, recurso específico da palhaçaria, favorece o estabelecimento de uma cena acessível, na qual os marcadores de deficiência são revisitados a partir do deslocamento do parâmetro de normalidade. Como abordagem metodológica, utiliza-se a audiodescrição (AD) e o questionário apresentado por Pavis na obra A análise dos espetáculos (2003). A AD, por operar transversalmente no estudo, é destacada e exemplificada.
Erosões no rosto da linguagem
Authors: Farias Junior Manoel Moacir Rocha
Published: April 2024

Esta resenha buscou mostrar as principais ideias do estudo de Uno sobre a poética de Artaud. Observou-se que Uno faz um intenso diálogo com conceitos de filosofia, como os de corpo sem órgãos e variação contínua, presentes sobretudo na obra de Deleuze e Guattari. Objetivou-se mostrar a atualidade do pensamento de Artaud, sua visão sobre uma política do corpo, seus ecos na cena artística e filosófica.
Separation of Powers and KlimaSeniorinnen

Authors: Blattner Charlotte
Published: April 2024

Especially in Switzerland, the KlimaSeniorinnen ruling has been met with sharp criticism. The rightwing Swiss People’s party (Schweizerische Volkspartei, SVP) (predictably) accused the Court of judicial overreach and demanded that Switzerland leave the Council of Europe. The ECtHR decision directly addresses separation of powers and the role of the judiciary in adjudicating human rights, specifically in the context of climate change. This post unpacks the decision and argues that concerns about ECtHR overreach are unwarranted. It shows how the judgment forms an integral part of democratic governance (particularly in Switzerland) whilst being conducive to better laws and policies.
Rezension - Jungwirth, Robert; Schmidt, Michael (Hrsg.): Hat Musikjournalismus noch eine Zukunft?, Würzburg: Königshausen und Neumann 2021.
Authors: Klein Florian
Published: April 2024

Eine Rezension zum Sammelband "Hat Musikjournalismus noch eine Zukunft?", der wichtige Fragen zu einem bei Musikwissenschaftsstudierenden oft sehr gefragten Berufsfeld darstellt.
Yaşlı Bireylerde Protein ve Egzersizin Önemi
Authors: Süt Kurt Cemaliye , Çetintaş Işıl
Published: April 2024

Yaşlılıkta yeterli protein alımı ve uygun direnç egzersiz programının uygulanması kemik sağlığı açısından ve sarkopeni riskini azaltmak veya önlemek için büyük önem taşımaktadır. Yaşlıların beslenme programlarında; yaşlının bireysel özelliklerine uygun enerji ve makro-mikro besin öğeleri gereksinimleri, beslenme alışkanlıkları, hastalıkları, yaşam tarzları, fiziksel aktivite düzeyleri ve kullandıkları ilaçlar göz önüne alınmalıdır. Malnütrisyon, yaşlılıkta en yaygın görülen sorunlardan biridir. Çünkü yaşlılıkta, besinlerin yetersiz tüketilmesi ve besinlerin vücutta kullanım oranın daha düşük olması sonucunda çoğu yaşlı, makro ve mikro besin öğeleri eksikliğine maruz kalabilmektedir. Enerji, karbonhidrat, yağ ve özellikle de proteinin yaşlının gereksinimine uygun şekilde verilmesi; malnütrisyon, sarkopeni gibi durumların önlenmesi açısından büyük önem taşımaktadır. Yaşlının mobilizasyonuna uygun direnç egzersiz programının verilmesi, egzersizine uygun olarak da beslenme programı verilmesi sonucunda kas kütlesinde artışların olduğu ve yaşam kalitesini arttığı görülmüştür. Bu derlemenin amacı, direnç egzersiz yapan yaşlı bireylerin yeterli protein tüketiminin yaşam kalitesine üzerindeki etkilerinin güncel literatür bilgileri ışığında değerlendirmektir.
Ahozko hizkera informalerako gaitasuna eta harreman-sare informaletako hizkuntza-erabilera: azterketa kuantitatibo bat unibertsitateko gazteen testuinguruan
Authors: Miren Artetxe Sarasola  , Garbiñe Bereziartua Etxebarria  , Naroa Burreso Pardo
Published: April 2024

Euskararen erabilera ezagutza bezainbeste igo ez izanak arreta berezia jarri die eremu informaleko hizkuntza ohiturei. Eremu informalean euskaraz aritzeko gaitasunarekin lotutako alderdiak aztertu dira ikerketa honetan. Zehazki, gaitasun horrekin zenbaterainoko erlazioa daukaten familiakoekin eta lagunekin hitz egiteko erabiltzen den hizkuntzak, unibertsitateko testuinguruan kokatzen diren gazteen artean. Horretarako, UPV/EHUko Donostiako campusean Lehen Hezkuntza ikasten ari diren 292 ikasleren erantzunak jaso dira galdetegi bidez. Emaitzetan ikusi denez, besteak beste, lagunen eragina handiagoa da familiarena baino. Ondorioz, erabileran ez ezik gaitasunean ere eragina izateko gune aproposa izan daitekeela unibertsitatea proposatzen da.
Adinaren araberako bariazio lexikoa Imozko hizkeran: inkesta linguistikoak
Authors: Alazne Fernandez de Muniain
Published: April 2024

Lan honek hiru belaunaldiren artean dagoen hizkuntza-aldakortasuna erakusten du. Adina faktore soziolinguistikoaren arabera, Imozko (Nafarroa) euskararen lexikoaren lagin bat aztertu dut. 60ko eta 80ko hamarkadetan egindako hainbat inkesta linguistikotatik abiatu naiz (Etxaide 1989, Pagola 1992 eta Huarte 2003) eta, gisa berean, zortzi hiztuni neronek doitutako galdeketa egin diet. Baiki, Imozko euskara etengabe aldatzen ari da, baina bereziki bizia izan da aldaketa azken mende erdion. Euskara batuaren eraginak aipamen berezia merezi du. Emaitzek ondoko ideia nagusi hauek dakartzate, besteak beste: (i) erdialdeko euskararen formek indarra hartu dute, nafarrerazko formen kaltetan; (ii) dialektoen berdintzera jo da eta tokian tokiko aldaki markatuak desagertzen ari dira, estandarraren alde eginez; eta (iii) zenbat eta lekukoa gazteago, hainbat eta hizkera hibridoago. Nolanahi ere den, elkarrizketaturiko gazteek, orokorki, bertako formei eusten diete.
Ergatiboaren erabilera euskara-gaztelania kode-alternantzian: kasu-azterketa bat
Authors: Endika Uriarte Orbañanos
Published: April 2024

Lan honen helburua ergatiboaren eta euskara-gaztelania kode-alternantziaren (KA) erabileraren arteko harremanetan sakontzea da, lehen hizkuntza (H1) euskara duen eta KA sarritan darabilen hiztun heldu baten kasu-azterketan oinarrituz. Ebidentzia enpirikoa lor-tzeko bi metodo baliatu dira: batetik, elkarrizketa glotobiografikoa; eta bestetik, onargarritasun-juzguak. Soziolinguistika-literaturan elkartu gabeko bi alor horietatik, emaitzek ergatiboaren erabilera euskara bigarren hizkuntza (H2) duten hiztunen erabilerara hurbiltzen dela iradoki digute. Hiztunaren hizkuntza-ibilbidea kontuan hartuta, beraz, ergatiboaren erabilera hizkuntza-higaduraren ondorioa izan daiteke.
Normativitat, (re)estandardització i glotopolítica
Authors: Andres M. Urrutia Badiola
Published: April 2024

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