bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The role of foreign language anxiety and task complexity on fluency in German learners of Dutch
Authors: Reitsma Foekje , Ruigendijk Esther
Published: December 2024

This study investigated which aspects of fluency are related to foreign language anxiety and proficiency, and how this interacts with task complexity during a non-exam situation. Sixty-one low-intermediate German learners of Dutch completed a foreign language anxiety questionnaire, a proficiency test and two speech production tasks. Correlational analyses showed that anxiety was negatively related to number of mid-clause pauses in a complex task. Proficiency was positively related to numerous speed and breakdown fluency measures in a simple task. Mixed-effects models demonstrated that proficiency predicted two fluency measures. Task type positively predicted speed fluency. Anxiety was not a significant predictor of any fluency measure, which may be related to participants’ relatively low anxiety level. This finding suggests that anxiety may not have a strong influence during speaking tasks that are not part of formal assessments.
AS NOVAS TECNOLOGIAS E OS CENÁRIOS DE DEFESA DA AMAZÔNIA LEGAL
Authors: Eduardo de Araújo Laércio
Published: December 2024

A guerra convencional como ocorreu até a Segunda Guerra Mundial mudou totalmente. Novos rumos ditados pela tecnologia conduziram os teatros de operações a novos patamares, em particular após o fim da Guerra Fria, e, consideravelmente, após os ataques do 11 de setembro aos Estados Unidos da América (EUA). O conceito de troops on the ground foi totalmente revisto, trazendo a reboque o ciberterrorismo, uso massivo de drones e outras inovações. No Brasil, após a década de 1990, a hipótese de conflito migrou da Bacia do Prata para o Arco Norte, visualizando a invasão da Amazônia como principal ameaça. Em adendo, o crime organizado e a violência urbana aumentaram o grau de insegurança e suscitaram no emprego do Exército, da situação de coadjuvante à protagonista, nas questões de operações tipo polícia; Na Amazônia, outras questões socioeconômicas merecem atenção pela dimensão daquele ambiente operacional. Neste contexto, o Objetivo principal do presente trabalho é analisar os rumos dos conflitos nos próximos vinte anos, coerente com a Estratégia Nacional de Defesa (END) e o Sumário Executivo, com cenário prospectivo até 2039. A metodologia é qualitativa baseada em investigação de documentos oficiais e trabalhos acadêmicos. O trabalho se divide em Introdução, três seções que balizam os três objetivos intermediários que são: 1) apresentar a Amazônia Legal e a Guerra do Futuro; 2) identificar algumas Inovações Tecnológicas e 3) elencar os Cenários Prospectivos que envolvem a Amazônia, de forma sucinta o mapeamento da guerra do futuro e as hipóteses de conflito para a Região Amazônica. Por fim, a Conclusão aborda aspectos a respeito do que se espera no longo prazo.
DESENVOLVIMENTO DE COMPETÊNCIAS PARA O SÉCULO XXI: A INFLUÊNCIA DA IA E DAS TECNOLOGIAS NO CURRÍCULO EDUCACIONAL
Authors: Rodrigues Cícero Alexandro Diniz , Mendes Aldemiro Dantas , Wanderley Alexandra Alves , Cardoso Glaucia Donna , Fernandes Marcelle Dutra França , Barbosa Tatiane Oliveira , Muniz Tiago Cordeiro de , Demuner Jocelino Antonio
Published: December 2024

Esta capítulo analisou o desenvolvimento de competências para o século XXI e a influência da Inteligência Artificial (IA) e das tecnologias emergentes no currículo educacional. O problema central investigado foi identificar como as tecnologias e a IA estão moldando as competências necessárias para o futuro e seu impacto na estruturação curricular. O objetivo geral foi analisar a integração de competências do século XXI nos currículos educacionais, destacando o papel da IA e das tecnologias nesse processo. A metodologia utilizada foi a revisão bibliográfica, com uma abordagem qualitativa, incluindo a análise de materiais publicados recentemente. Os resultados indicaram que a IA e as tecnologias emergentes estão impulsionando uma reformulação significativa dos currículos, enfatizando competências como pensamento crítico, criatividade, colaboração e alfabetização digital. As práticas de integração dessas competências variam, envolvendo aprendizagem baseada em projetos, uso de ferramentas digitais avançadas e desenvolvimento de habilidades de programação. A pesquisa destacou a importância de uma abordagem equilibrada que considere tanto as habilidades técnicas quanto as socioemocionais. As considerações finais apontaram que, apesar dos avanços, a implementação efetiva dessas competências no currículo ainda enfrenta desafios significativos. Investimentos em formação de educadores, infraestrutura tecnológica e políticas educacionais inovadoras são essenciais para preparar os alunos para as demandas do século XXI. A necessidade de estudos futuros foi ressaltada para explorar metodologias eficazes de avaliação dessas competências e seu impacto a longo prazo.
PODCASTS EDUCACIONAIS: POTENCIALIZANDO O ENSINO E APRENDIZADO
Authors: Campanha Lisandra Silva Camargo , Carari Bárbara Martins Kuster , Barbosa Claudinesia de Azevedo , Fejoli Doraínes Pinão , Dalbem Joana D'arc Fernandes Ferreira , Ribeiro Rosilene , Faco Valéria de Oliveira
Published: December 2024

Este capítulo investigou o uso de podcasts na educação, abordando a questão das suas contribuições e desafios na implementação. O objetivo geral foi analisar as potencialidades e os obstáculos dessa ferramenta no contexto educacional, utilizando a metodologia da pesquisa bibliográfica. A revisão da literatura evidenciou que os podcasts promovem flexibilidade e autonomia aos alunos, facilitando o acesso ao conteúdo de forma interativa. Contudo, foram identificados desafios, como a necessidade de infraestrutura tecnológica adequada e a capacitação de educadores. As considerações finais ressaltaram que, apesar das dificuldades, os benefícios do uso de podcasts superam os obstáculos, permitindo que os alunos desenvolvam habilidades críticas e reflexivas. Por fim, indicou-se a necessidade de novos estudos para aprofundar a compreensão sobre a eficácia dos podcasts na educação, visando explorar diferentes contextos e públicos.
EFEITOS INSIDIOSOS DOS OPIOIDES EM PACIENTES COM INFARTO: UMA REVISÃO INTEGRATIVA
Authors: Duarte  Tallita Lougon , Silva Ana Beatriz Ferreira da , Santos Thiago Mendes dos , Cunha Alysson Alvarenga Souto , Almeida Gabriel Caetano de , Villagra Lahis Werneck
Published: December 2024

Este artigo aborda os efeitos do uso da morfina no tratamento da síndrome coronariana aguda (SCA), uma condição que continua sendo uma das principais causas de morbimortalidade em adultos. O objetivo foi investigar se a morfina oferece benefícios ou prejudica pacientes com infarto agudo do miocárdio com supradesnivelamento do segmento ST (IAMCSST), especialmente em relação à interação com inibidores de receptores plaquetários P2Y12. A metodologia incluiu uma revisão integrativa de literatura, utilizando as bases de dados PubMed e LILACS. Após aplicar critérios de inclusão e exclusão, foram selecionados 27 artigos relevantes. O estudo constatou que a morfina, ao aliviar a dor e a ansiedade, pode reduzir a atividade simpática e o trabalho cardíaco, mostrando efeitos cardioprotetores. Contudo, foram observados efeitos adversos significativos, como a diminuição da absorção gastrointestinal dos antiplaquetários, o que compromete sua eficácia e pode aumentar o risco de eventos isquêmicos e mortalidade. As conclusões indicam que, apesar dos benefícios na analgesia, a morfina apresenta interações medicamentosas preocupantes com antiplaquetários, levando à necessidade de explorar alternativas terapêuticas. Isso ressalta a importância de revisar o uso de morfina em pacientes com IAMCSST para minimizar riscos e melhorar os desfechos clínicos.
GRAVIDEZ E DEPRESSÃO: ASSISTÊNCIA DE ENFERMAGEM NO PRÉ-NATAL DE ALTO RISCO
Authors: Aquino Anna Luíza Alencar Rodrigues de , Inácio Lucas Entony de Almeida , Lima Tamires Monteiro , Medeiros Renata Lívia Silva Fônseca Moreira de , Silva Macerlane de Lira
Published: December 2024

Introdução: A maternidade é uma jornada profundamente transformadora na vida de uma mulher, marcada por um turbilhão de emoções, expectativas e desafios. No entanto, para algumas mulheres, essa fase tão especial pode ser ofuscada pela presença indesejada da depressão perinatal, uma condição que afeta significativamente a saúde mental e emocional das mulheres durante a gravidez e no período pós-parto. A depressão perinatal é uma manifestação complexa e multifacetada da saúde mental, que não só impacta a própria mãe, mas também pode ter consequências adversas para o desenvolvimento e bem-estar emocional do bebê, assim como para a dinâmica familiar como um todo. Objetivo: Examinar artigos científicos que abordam os fatores que contribuem para a depressão durante a gravidez e o pós-parto, e investigar as intervenções e estratégias disponíveis para promover o bem-estar emocional das gestantes e das mulheres no pós-parto. Metodologia: A pesquisa foi uma revisão integrativa da literatura, realizada nas bases de dados BVS, Scielo, Lilacs e BDenf, utilizando os descritores controlados em saúde: Gravidez, Saúde Mental, Depressão, Puerpério e Assistência de Enfermagem. A amostra foi composta por artigos que atendem aos critérios de inclusão: estudos que abordaram o tema proposto, com texto completo disponível nos idiomas português, inglês e espanhol, e publicados entre os anos de 2020 e 2024. Os artigos foram apresentados nas seguintes formas: Título, Autor, Ano, Periodico, Objetivo e Resultados. Para se tratar de um estudo de revisão, não foi necessária a aprovação pelo comitê de ética e pesquisa. Resultados e discussão: É essencial levar em conta as características físicas, genéticas, emocionais e sociais da mulher, além de compreender seus sentimentos e pensamentos durante o período gestacional. O enfermeiro, devido à natureza de sua profissão, é frequentemente o primeiro a estabelecer contato com a gestante, tornando-se crucial para a detecção precoce da depressão. Para isso, é necessário construir uma relação de confiança, observar e registrar comportamentos suspeitos, e, ao identificar sinais de depressão, incentivar atividades benéficas, oferecer acolhimento, assistência, encaminhamento adequado, além de monitorar a presença de ideação suicida e orientar sobre o acompanhamento psicológico. CONCLUSÃO: O pré-natal é essencial para identificar e apoiar gestantes com ansiedade e depressão, mas muitas vezes cuidados com estratégias adequadas. Profissionais de saúde se preparam para oferecer um cuidado integral.
ESTUDO SOBRE A IMPORTÂNCIA DA GESTÃO DA QUALIDADE NOS PROCESSOS DA ESCOLA PÚBLICA CAIC DARCY RIBEIRO NO MUNICÍPIO DE ILHÉUS – BA
Authors: Alves Maria Clara Souza , Santos Cristiane Nunes dos
Published: December 2024

A gestão da qualidade tem deixado de ser um tema restrito ao universo corporativo e vem ganhando cada vez mais relevância no ambiente escolar, principalmente em instituições públicas. Este artigo tem como objetivo mapear as percepções dos gestores da escola CAIC Darcy Ribeiro, destacando a importância de práticas que promovam melhorias contínuas no processo educacional. A metodologia empregada incluiu uma pesquisa bibliográfica e a aplicação de um questionário, através da plataforma Google Formulários, com 11 perguntas, visando avaliar o cenário atual da gestão escolar, os fatores que impactam a qualidade do ensino e a capacitação dos gestores. A pesquisa contou com 3 respondentes, sendo estas as gestoras. A análise das respostas demonstrou que uma gestão da qualidade eficiente é fundamental para otimizar os processos administrativos e pedagógicos, além de potencializar os resultados educacionais. Observou-se também que a qualificação dos gestores escolares é um fator crucial para a melhoria dos processos diários, uma vez que eles desempenham papel central na tomada de decisões e na liderança das equipes. Diante dos dados coletados, foi possível concluir que a adoção de um sistema de gestão da qualidade na escola CAIC Darcy Ribeiro contribuiria significativamente para a melhoria dos índices educacionais e para a satisfação de toda a comunidade escolar. A proposta apresentada alinha-se às necessidades identificadas na pesquisa e está em conformidade com a teoria, demonstrando que a capacitação dos gestores e a adoção de boas práticas de gestão são essenciais para o sucesso dessa iniciativa.
O PAPEL DO ENFERMEIRO NA ATENÇÃO PRIMÁRIA À SAÚDE NO MANEJO DE TRANSTORNOS ALIMENTARES EM ADOLESCENTES
Authors: Cardoso Iara Kelly Soares , Andrade Robson Vidal de , Marques Roberta Messias
Published: December 2024

No Brasil, o SUS oferece um modelo de Atenção Primária à Saúde (APS) que permite o primeiro contato com adolescentes em risco de transtornos alimentares, promovendo uma abordagem humanizada e integral. Nesse contexto, o enfermeiro desempenha um papel essencial na identificação precoce, educação em saúde e acompanhamento desses jovens. O presente trabalho tem como objetivo analisar a atuação do enfermeiro na atenção primária à saúde no manejo de transtornos alimentares em adolescentes. A metodologia utilizada consistiu em uma pesquisa qualitativa de caráter descritivo. Os dados foram obtidos a partir de fontes confiáveis como Scielo, PubMed, LILACS, MEDLINE e Biblioteca Virtual em Saúde (BVS). Foram incluídos artigos publicados entre os anos de 2014 a 2024. Foram encontrados 80 artigos que atendiam aos critérios de busca pré-estabelecidos. Foram excluídos 64 artigos que não atendiam aos critérios específicos do estudo. Após a aplicação desses critérios, restaram 15 artigos que foram analisados e discutidos em profundidade. Por fim, concluiu-se que o enfermeiro desempenha um papel central e multifacetado no manejo de transtornos alimentares na atenção primária, atuando como educador, cuidador e facilitador de processos de saúde que impactam diretamente na qualidade de vida dos adolescentes. A atuação estratégica do enfermeiro na atenção primária contribui para uma abordagem proativa e eficaz no enfrentamento desses transtornos.
A PALAVRA DA VÍTIMA NO ESTUPRO: REFLEXÕES SOBRE A VALORAÇÃO NOS CRIMES SEXUAIS NO CONTEXTO JURÍDICO BRASILEIRO
Authors: Feitosa Renan Arêa , Xerez Rogério Saraiva
Published: December 2024

O objetivo deste estudo é analisar como a palavra da vítima de estupro é valorada no contexto jurídico brasileiro, identificar os fatores que influenciam essa prática e discutir os desafios enfrentados pelas vítimas na busca por justiça em casos de crimes sexuais. A metodologia utilizada é qualitativa e exploratória, baseada em uma revisão bibliográfica de obras doutrinárias, legislações, jurisprudências e estudos empíricos relacionados ao tema. Os principais resultados indicam que, embora a palavra da vítima seja frequentemente central em casos de estupro, devido à ausência de evidências físicas ou testemunhas, sua utilização como único elemento de prova pode comprometer a justiça. Observou-se que a palavra da vítima deve ser acompanhada por outros meios probatórios, como exames periciais e testemunhos, para garantir a robustez das decisões judiciais. Além disso, a pesquisa destaca os desafios emocionais e psicológicos enfrentados pelas vítimas, que podem impactar a linearidade e a credibilidade de seus relatos. Na conclusão, o estudo reafirma a importância de uma abordagem equilibrada e crítica no tratamento dos depoimentos das vítimas, garantindo tanto a proteção e a voz destas quanto os direitos fundamentais dos acusados.
The Legal Liability: Judgment and Judges. A Psychological, Legal and Religious Point of View
Authors:   Faculty of Navigation and Naval Transport, Maritime University Constanta, Romania, Daneci-Patrau Daniel , Tanasescu Eugen ,   Faculty of Navigation and Naval Transport,
Maritime University Constanta,
Romania, Jenaru Andreea ,   Faculty of Navigation and Naval
Transport, Maritime University
Constanta, Romania
Published: December 2024

The paper, grounded in creative current educational thinking and legal research, will focus on legal liability, taking into account both the legal institutions and the judicial act itself against a religious and earthly background. The ambition of the paper is to prove that those who break the law will be sentenced to three forums on run: 1. the self-awareness of wrongdoing 2. the human judgment 3. the absolute judgment of God. The current direction of modernity, which the legal mechanisms of law making have entered, bring with them new challenges. For example, the challenges in the legal field brought by the new technologies of artificial intelligence. Recently, humanity has felt the need to shelter itself from the uncertain future of AI evolution by passing AI laws. Under these conditions, the risks and difficulties of legal framing become greater than the benefits. In the present paper we want to investigate the relationship between divinity and the moral laws of justice.
Legal pedagogy and popular legal culture in Poland. Problems, challenges, analysis of the state of research
Authors:   Institute of Educational Sciences; Faculty of Philosophy and Social Sciences; Nicolaus Copernicus University in Torun. Poland, Dejna Dagna
Published: December 2024

The text operationalizes the main research categories selected during the implementation of a research project of a social innovation nature: legal pedagogy and popular legal culture. The aim of the study is to establish the meanings of the concepts and provide a concise description of the project activities carried out. The text is one of a series of scientific publications presenting and documenting each stage of work on the project financed and organized by the Center for Academic Entrepreneurship and Technology Transfer of Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń. Problems with identifying the identity of the concept of legal pedagogy have been highlighted (it is assigned legal, sociological and pedagogical identity). In addition, a thread showing the relationship between legal culture and religion and morality has been included. The text is an introduction to in-depth analyses.
Enhancing family dynamics with a focus on fatherhood: An empirical and practical theological study in South Africa using the Fatherhood Training Manual
Authors:   North-West University. Potchefstroom, South Africa, Freeks Fazel Ebrihiam
Published: December 2024

Over time, fatherhood has evolved, leading to significant challenges, repercussions, and difficulties for families in their local communities. The issue of fatherhood is a major challenge facing families today, as many fathers encounter serious obstacles, and often are not present during this period of reconceptualization. The fatherhood issue has disastrous ramifications, as struggles faced by men adversely affect families, society, and eventually the entire world. Family dynamics, encompassing the patterns of interactions between relatives, their roles and relationships, and the factors influencing these interactions, are indispensable. Family members are primary sources of relationship security, relying on one another for emotional, physical, and financial support. However, families are increasingly fading from our society, along with God's intended purpose for them. The fatherhood conundrum in many South African communities suggests that the fundamental problem lies in fathers failing to fulfill their essential roles. Therefore, from a biblical standpoint, the Fatherhood Training and Equipping Program (FTEP) is crucial for salvaging the male role and restoring a healthy and sane family and society. Research has shown that the FTEP not only addresses a major gap in the lives of families but also harnesses the strengths of fathers, enabling them to make significant contributions to their homes and communities. Its primary goals are to enhance family life and address the fatherhood issue. The curriculum consists of a well-defined set of fundamental exercises and activities designed to facilitate learning, foster interpersonal skills through interaction and sharing, and develop critical thinking, decision-making, coping mechanisms, motivation, and commitment to action.
Reactive oxygen species build-up in photochemically aged iron-and copper-doped secondary organic aerosol proxy
Authors: Kilchhofer Kevin , Barth Alexandre , Utinger Battist , Kalberer Markus , Ammann Markus
Published: December 2024

Abstract. The toxicity of particulate matter (PM) is highly related to the concentration of particle-bound reactive oxygen species (ROS). Chemical properties, including metal dissolution and the sources of PM, influence ROS production and its oxidative potential. Here, the photochemical aging of a secondary organic aerosol proxy (citric acid, CA) with metal complexes (iron-citrate, FeIIICit) is assessed toward the production of particle-bound ROS with an online instrument (OPROSI). We studied the photochemically induced redox chemistry in iron/copper-citrate particles experimentally mimicked with an aerosol flow tube (AFT) in which UV-aging was probed. Different atmospheric conditions were tested, influencing the physicochemical properties of the particles. We found that UV-aged CA aerosol containing 10 mole% FeIIICit generated ROS concentrations on the order of 0.1 nmol H2O2 eq μg−1, indicating the photochemically driven formation of peroxides. An increase in relative humidity (RH) leads to only a slight but overall lower concentration of ROS, possibly due to a loss of volatile HO2 and H2O2 in the gas phase in the less viscous particles. The RH effect is enhanced in nitrogen sheath flow, but in air and compared to the FeIIICit/CA particles, the iron/copper-citrate samples show a uniformly decreased ROS level. Interestingly, in the high humid nitrogen experiment with copper, we found a much more pronounced decline of the ROS concentration down to 2×10−2 nmol H2O2 eq μg−1 compared to all other irradiation experiments. We suggest that copper may suppress radical redox reactions and therefore consume ROS in an anoxic regime.
Permafrost-wildfire interactions: Active layer thickness estimates for paired burned and unburned sites in northern high-latitudes
Authors: Talucci Anna , Loranty Michael M. , Holloway Jean E. , Rogers Brendan M. , Alexander Heather D. , Baillargeon Natalie , Baltzer Jennifer L. , Berner Logan T. , Breen Amy , Brodt Leya , Buma Brian , Dean Jacqueline , Delcourt Clement J. F. , Diaz Lucas R. , Dieleman Catherine M. , Douglas Thomas A. , Frost Gerald V. , Gaglioti Benjamin V. , Hewitt Rebecca E. , Hollingsworth Teresa , Jorgenson M. Torre , Lara Mark J. , Loehman Rachel A. , Mack Michelle C. , Manies Kristen L. , Minions Christina , Natali Susan M. , O'Donnell Jonathan A. , Olefeldt David , Paulson Alison K. , Rocha Adrian V. , Saperstein Lisa B. , Shestakova Tatiana A. , Sistla Seeta , Sizov Oleg , Soromotin Andrey , Turetsky Merritt R. , Veraverbeke Sander , Walvoord Michelle A.
Published: December 2024

Abstract. As the northern high latitude permafrost zone experiences accelerated warming, permafrost has become vulnerable to widespread thaw. Simultaneously, wildfire activity across northern boreal forest and Arctic/subarctic tundra regions impact permafrost stability through the combustion of insulating organic matter, vegetation and post-fire changes in albedo. Efforts to synthesise the impacts of wildfire on permafrost are limited and are typically reliant on antecedent pre-fire conditions. To address this, we created the FireALT dataset by soliciting data contributions that included thaw depth measurements, site conditions, and fire event details with paired measurements at environmentally comparable burned and unburned sites. The solicitation resulted in 52,466 thaw depth measurements from 18 contributors across North America and Russia. Because thaw depths were taken at various times throughout the thawing season, we also estimated end of season active layer thickness (ALT) for each measurement using a modified version of the Stefan equation. Here, we describe our methods for collecting and quality checking the data, estimating ALT, the data structure, strengths and limitations, and future research opportunities. The final dataset includes 47,952 ALT estimates (27,747 burned, 20,205 unburned) with 32 attributes. There are 193 unique paired burned/unburned sites spread across 12 ecozones that span Canada, Russia, and the United States. The data span fire events from 1900 to 2022. Time since fire ranges from zero to 114 years. The FireALT dataset addresses a key challenge: the ability to assess impacts of wildfire on ALT when measurements are taken at various times throughout the thaw season depending on the time of field campaigns (typically June through August) by estimating ALT at the end of season maximum. This dataset can be used to address understudied research areas particularly algorithm development, calibration, and validation for evolving process-based models as well as extrapolating across space and time, which could elucidate permafrost-wildfire interactions under accelerated warming across the high northern latitude permafrost zone. The FireALT dataset is available through the Arctic Data Center.
The Possibility of Impossibility: Reading The Watermelon Woman with Derrida and Adorno
Authors: Morris Christopher
Published: December 2024

Hermeneutic criticism of The Watermelon Woman has been unable to reconcile the film’s closing affirmation of identity and possibility with the narrative that precedes it and especially with the acknowledgement that Fae Richards is not real. An approach derived from the commonality Derrida saw between his work and Adorno’s can show how the film narrates the fiction of identity and the possibility of impossibility.
Confronting Existential Dilemmas: An In-Depth Analysis of Vicky Cristina Barcelona through the Philosophies of Sartre and Camus
Authors: Das Debarath
Published: December 2024

In this paper, the author analyzes Woody Allen's film Vicky Cristina Barcelona through an existential lens, drawing parallels with the philosophies of Jean-Paul Sartre and Albert Camus. The characters Vicky, Cristina, Juan Antonio, and María Elena embody existential dilemmas, exploring themes of individual freedom, choice, and the search for meaning in an indifferent world. The analysis delves into Sartrean concepts of bad faith and radical freedom, contrasting Vicky's societal conformity with Cristina's Camusian pursuit of meaning through experiences. The characters' interactions reflect the unpredictable and absurd nature of human relationships, echoing Camus's exploration of the absurdity of emotions. The non-linear narrative structure aligns with existential themes, emphasizing life's unpredictability, and Barcelona serves as a metaphor for the complexities of existence. Woody Allen's narrative and artistic choices invite viewers to reflect on the intricate interplay of love, desire, and chance encounters in the context of existentialism.
Social Construct of Nollywood Films and Ethnocentrism in Southern Nigeria
Authors: Vitalis Perpetua Ogechi , Amadi Richard N. , Harcourt Whyte Dike
Published: December 2024

In this paper, the study engages the post nationality of Nollywood, which is manifest in its traveling patterns and its transgression of cartographic boundaries to engage diasporic communities around the world. Of particular interest of the study are how Nollywood has emerged as the third biggest film industry in the world, after Hollywood and Bollywood, from its humble Nigerian beginnings and how this post national character has been acquired and sustained.
Green Border: Cinematic Storytelling as History of the Present
Authors: Yakalı Dikmen , Erdoğan Zahide
Published: December 2024

This article analyzes Agnieszka Holland’s film Green Border, which addresses the migrant crisis at the Belarus-Poland border, exploring how Foucault’s concept of “history of the present” applies to migration cinema. We argue that Green Border functions as a cinematic intervention that challenges audience perceptions of power structures and their resistance. The study also establishes criteria for analyzing films as “history of the present,” focusing on characteristics such as the immediate relevance of depicted events, the documentation of social issues, the film’s influence on public perception, and a multifaceted narrative construction. Ultimately, the framework shows how cinema reflects and shapes social, political, and cultural realities in real time.
Analyzing Feminist Discourse in a Pakistani Screenplay
Authors: Mansoor Zahida , Khalid Maryam
Published: December 2024

The study explores the feminist discourse in a Pakistani screenplay, highlighting attitudes towards women's emancipation. Using a qualitative lens, it investigates the language of the screenplay and the linguistic features that reinforce the impression of empowered Pakistani women. The thematic analysis reveals that the prevailing patriarchal cultural narratives are challenged in the screenplay, offering a departure from the predictability of the earlier storylines. The findings also indicate that changes in the way women are viewed is strengthened by the screenplay’s language choices, highlighting the acceptance of women in non-traditional roles. Defying stereotypes, through strong and capable roles, overturning the traditionally limited mindsets, the screenplay determines that women are crucial to a more inclusive society. The study concludes that in a supportive environment, with opportunities for training and development, their achievements acknowledged, and their voices heard, women thrive. There is a need for screenplays with suitable language that scaffolds an understanding for creating stories that foster a deeper comprehension of the feminine competence and abilities.
Reducing the Issues of Implements in the Human Body by Applying Hydroxyapatite (HAP) in Modern Biomedicine: Review
Authors:   Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Selangor, Malaysia, Al-Khafaji Z , Kazem M ,   Al-Zahraa University for women, Karbala, Iraq, Radhi N ,   4University of Babylon/ Materials Engineering College/ Babil. Babylon, Iraq, Falah M ,   College of Engineering and Engineering Techniques, AL-Mustaqbal University, Babylon, Iraq, Hadi Z ,   University of Babylon chemistry sciences, Babylon, Iraq
Published: December 2024

Hydroxyapatite (HAP) is a naturally occurring mineral that has received increasing attention as a
biomaterial for use in biomedical applications. HAP is biocompatible and has excellent osteoconductivity and bonebonding properties, making it a promising candidate for use in a range of medical applications, including bone
regeneration, dental implants, and drug delivery. This comprehensive review provides an overview of the current state
of knowledge on the use of HAP in biomedical applications. The review covers the basic chemistry and properties of
HAP, as well as its synthesis and processing techniques. It also discusses the different forms in which HAP can be
used, including powders, coatings, and composites, and their respective advantages and limitations. The review goes
on to discuss the various biomedical applications of HAP, including bone regeneration, dental implants, and drug
delivery. For each application, the review examines the specific properties of HAP that make it suitable for the given
purpose, as well as the challenges associated with its use. The review also addresses some of the limitations and
challenges associated with the use of HAP in biomedical applications. These include the relatively low mechanical
strength of HAP compared to other materials, its susceptibility to degradation over time, and its potential to elicit an
immune response in some patients. Overall, this review demonstrates the potential of HAP as a building block for better health and highlights the need for continued research and development in this field to fully realize its potential in biomedical applications.
Weight Reduction of a Speed Reducer using Modified Particle Swarm Optimization and Shuffled Frog Leaping Algorithm
Authors:   Symbiosis Institute of Technology, Pune, India, Dalavi A , Gomes A ,   Symbiosis Institute of Technology, Pune, India, Husain A ,   Symbiosis Institute of Technology, Pune, India
Published: December 2024

Gear drives are extremely critical elements of transmission systems. Designing gears that satisfy the
application's requirements like load carrying capacity and strength whilst also being compact, lightweight, and
economical is quite a challenging task. In recent times, a lot of research has been dedicated to optimizing speed
reducers by making use of metaheuristic nature-inspired algorithms. The present work optimizes the weight of a spur
speed reducer by employing two modified nature-inspired algorithms: Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) and
Shuffled Frog Leaping Algorithm (SFLA). Parameter optimization was carried out to select the best combination of
c1, c2 and 𝜔 for the selected case study. It was found that there was a 1.1619% and 13.41% decrease in the cost function evaluation, as compared to the Crude Monte-Carlo and Stray Process methods used in the original case study, and around an 11% decrease as compared to results in published literature.
Risk factors for viral hepatitis in pulmonary tuberculosis patients undergoing treatment: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Ilham Ahmad F. , Andini Salsabila R. , Afladhia Hanna L. , Rakasiwi Muhammad ID. , Burhan Erlina
Published: December 2024

Liver injury in tuberculosis patients, associated with noncompliance with treatment, is further exacerbated by viral hepatitis, which not only directly harms the liver but also increases susceptibility to drug-induced liver injury. The aim of this study was to analyze the associated risk factors for viral hepatitis in tuberculosis patients. This systematic review and meta-analysis adhere to the PRISMA 2020 statement, and the protocol has been registered with PROSPERO (CRD42023477241). Screening and selection of articles were carried out according to predetermined inclusion and exclusion criteria, utilizing four databases: Embase, Medline, Scopus, and ProQuest. Baseline characteristics and patient-related risk factors from each included study were extracted, followed by a meta-analysis of factors that potentially had significance, with the heterogeneities also being analyzed. Of the 21 included studies out of 6,415 identified records, 12 potential risk factors for hepatitis B and 15 for hepatitis C were subjected to meta-analysis. Some key risk factors included for hepatitis B and C were HIV infection (OR: 3.42; 95%CI: 2.19–5.34 and OR: 6.99; 95%CI: 5.09–9.61, respectively), smoking (OR: 1.55; 95%CI: 1.19–2.02 and OR: 3.06; 95%CI: 1.63–5.75, respectively) and alcohol consumption (OR: 2.38; 95%CI: 1.06–5.37 and OR: 4.32; 95%CI: 2.76–6.78, respectively). Furthermore, meta-analysis indicated that other significant risk factors for hepatitis B and/or C include injecting and non-injecting drug use, multiple sexual partners, tattooing, ear-nose piercing, blood transfusion, dental interventions, homelessness, incarceration, living with prisoners, sexually transmitted diseases, and diabetes mellitus. In conclusion, patients with tuberculosis who have risk factors such as smoking, HIV, or alcohol consumption should be screened for hepatitis B and C to prevent liver injury.
Antioxidant, anti-collagenase, and antibacterial activities of Fucus vesiculosus silver nanoparticles
Authors: Savitri Evika S. , Rahmawaty Annisa E. , Minarno Eko B.
Published: December 2024

Fucus vesiculosus is an alga with high fucoxanthin, phlorotannin, fucoidan, sterol, and astaxanthin. The silver nanoparticles of F. vesiculosus (AgNPs-Fv) are expected to have high antioxidant, anti-collagenase, and antibacterial activities. The aim of this study was to characterize the distribution and size of AgNPs-Fv and determine their antioxidant, anti-collagenase, and antibacterial activities. The distribution and size of AgNPs-Fv were measured using particle size analyzer (PSA) analysis. The nanoparticle compound and their functional groups were characterized using a scanning electron microscope (SEM) and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), respectively. The antioxidant activity of AgNPs-Fv was determined using a 1.1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) assay, while the anti-collagenase activity was examined using the spectrophotometric method. The antibacterial activity was assessed using an inhibition zone test, minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC), and minimum bactericidal concentration (MBC). Results indicated that the AgNPs-Fv had a dominant volume of about 86.3% with a diameter of 113.3 nm. SEM analysis revealed the spherical AgNPs with sizes between 27 and 54 nm. The FTIR analysis of the AgNPs-Fv absorption band at 1,046 cm-1 demonstrated the bond between the Ag metal and the O-H hydroxyl group. The antioxidant activity of AgNPs-Fv was higher than F. vesiculosus extract (24.23±3.55 mg/L vs 47.45±3.16 mg/L). AgNPs-Fv also had a higher anti-collagenase activity compared to F. vesiculosus extract (66.74±6.352 mg/L vs 145.1±6.326 mg/L). The inhibition zone diameter of AgNPs-Fv was greater than F. vesiculosus extract. The MIC and MBC of AgNPs-Fv were 18.75 and 18.75 ppm, while F. vesiculosus extract was 37.5 and 75 ppm, respectively. These results suggested that AgNPs of F. vesiculosus had higher antioxidant, anti-collagenase, and antibacterial activities than F. vesiculosus extract alone.
Notificación de absceso cerebral por Morganella morganii productor de KPC: descripción microbiológica y clínica
Authors: Vargas Juan Martín , Moreno Mochi María Paula , Jure María
Published: December 2024

Morganella morganii es un bacilo anaerobio facultativo gramnegativo, que pertenece a la microbiota comensal intestinal humana que puede adquirir resistencia a múltiples antibiotcs. Presentamos aquí el aislamiento de la cepa de Morganella morganii positiva para blaKPC de un solo paciente y el abordaje clínico y la descripción concomitantes. Presentamos la caracterización clínica, microbiológica y molecular de un absceso cerebral por Morganella morganii productora de KPC y el tratamiento aplicado.
Infecciones asociadas a dispositivos de líquido cefalorraquídeo ¿Cómo estamos?
Authors: Flores Laura , Rivero Cynthia , Cabral Myrna , Martínez Ríos Melisa , Maria Laura Maria Laura
Published: December 2024

La infección es la complicación más frecuente de los dispositivos de líquido cefalorraquídeo (LCR). Los organismos se adhieren a la superficie del mismo y forman un biofilm, lo que dificulta el diagnóstico clínico,  laboratorio y tratamiento. OBJETIVOS: Incidencia de infección, microorganismos aislados, factores de riesgo, tasa reinfección y mortalidad en hospital de referencia neuroquirúrgico. MATERIAL Y MÉTODOS: Estudio de cohorte retrospectivo, analítico, observacional. Criterios de inclusión: mayores de 15 años, con dispositivos de derivación de LCR: DVE y DVI. Período: 1 junio de 2020 hasta 1 junio de 2022. p< 0,05. Se realizó análisis multivariado. Epi Info 7. RESULTADOS: 104 procedimientos quirúrgicos (57 pacientes); 62% hombres. Edad promedio: 37 años. Motivo de colocación dispositivo: 57% hemorragia ventricular, 43% traumatismo encefalocraneano, 24% fístula LCR. 20% episodios de infección: 15% ventriculitis (incidencia: 17.33/1000 días dispositivo) y 5% infecciones asociadas a DVP. Factores de riesgo más frecuentes: fístula LCR (OR 4,75), hemorragia ventricular (OR 3,65), permanencia dispositivo mayor a 5 días (OR 3,76), recambio de dispositivo (OR 2,76), revisión DVP (OR 3,15). Gérmenes más frecuentes Staphylococcus epidermidis meticilino resistente (19%) y MOMR 24%. Reinfección: 28%. Mortalidad  10%. CONCLUSIÓN: Tasa de infección del 20% (valores de referencia según literatura van de 0 a 22%). Informes de Argentina escasos. Factores de riesgo y mortalidad similares a lo reportado. Es importante implementar medidas de prevención e intervención a fin de minimizar el riesgo de infección para disminuir la morbimortalidad y el uso inadecuado de antimicrobianos. Es fundamental el conocimiento de datos locales.
Биотопические предпочтения для гнездования черного аиста (Ciconia nigra) в Белорусском Полесье
Authors: Пакуль Павел Александрович , Дмитренок Марина Григорьевна
Published: December 2024

Во введении указан объект исследования – редкий, включенный в Красную книгу вид – черный аист (Ciconia nigra). Целью исследования является установление факторов, влияющих на выбор черным аистом мест для гнездования в условиях Белорусского Полесья. Научная новизна работы заключена в анализе фактических данных, полученных современными методами и выявление биотопических предпочтений черного аиста в условиях Белорусского Полесья. В основной части приведены результаты анализа выбора черным аистом как гнездового участка (макроуровень), так и гнездового дерева в границах выбранного участка (микроуровень). В условиях Белорусского Полесья при выборе гнездового участка черным аистом выявлено предпочтение дубрав и прочих широколиственных лесов. Выявлена достоверно меньшая доля открытых болот и мелколиственных лесов на гнездовых участках черного аиста, в общем пуле биотопов в пределах обследуемой территории. Выбор гнездового дерева детерминируется как размерами дерева,
достоверно превышающего средний показатель в пределах гнездового участка, так и средним размером остальных деревьев вокруг гнезда, по сравнению с контролем и на удалении от гнезда. Показано наличие различий между проективным покрытием подроста и подлеска непосредственно вблизи гнездового дерева и контрольными деревьями. Влияние наличия просек, полян, дорог на выбор гнездового дерева не выявлено. В заключении сделаны основные выводы по выбору черным аистом гнездового участка и гнездового дерева в условиях Белорусского Полесья. Область применения полученных результатов исследования – актуализация природоохранного законодательства, изменения в техническом кодексе установившейся практики правил проведения работ по установлению специального режима охраны и использования мест обитания диких животных, относящихся к видам, включенным в Красную книгу
Республики Беларусь.
DOES QURAN HARBOR HATRED TOWARDS JEWS?
Authors: Akbar Irwan Ahmad
Published: December 2024

This research explores the verses related to Jews in the Quran, particularly in Surah al-Baqarah verse 120. Some groups claim this verse to be evidence that the Quran harbors hatred towards Jews. This research utilizes a historical and semantic approach to thoroughly examine the verses in the Quran that pertain to Jews. This is conducted to produce a definitive answer to the question: does the Quran indeed hate Jews? Using a qualitative approach with data from classical and modern Islamic literature, this research concludes that the Jews referred to in the Quran, especially in Surah al-Baqarah verse 120, are a prototype of an antagonistic character. Through a semantic-historical analysis, it is determined that the Jews referred to in the Quran do not represent all Jews, but specifically denote the Jewish groups in Medina. The Quran does not hate Jews; rather, it criticizes their behavior, not their race or religion. In summary, the Quran critiques bad behavior from any individual, regardless of who they are.
Analisis Kaidah Qashr dalam Surah Taha dan Penerapannya dalam Tafsir Ayat
Authors: Assajad Anas , Nugroho Kharis
Published: December 2024

Ma'ani science is a branch of balaghah science. One of the discussions in ma'ani science is qashr, namely specializing something from something else in a certain way. There are two main pillars in qashr, namely maqshur and maqshur 'alaih. Judging from its main pillars, qashr is divided into 2, namely qashr alam 'ala maushuf and qashr maushuf 'ala alam. Based on the nature and reality, qashr is divided into 2, namely qashr haqiqi and qashr idhafi. There are 4 adatul qashr, namely, Nafyi (Exclusion) and Istitsna' (Exception), Lafadz Innamaa (إنما), using 'Athaf (combined letters), namely the letters: لا (not), بل (but) or لكن (but), and prioritize the lafadz that should be finished. This research uses descriptive analysis methods and includes library research. This research analyzes the text of the verses in Surah TaHa which contain qashr rules in them. This research found 17 sentences containing qashr rules contained in the TaHa letter. The 17 rules are summarized in 15 verses. Of the 17 qashr, 4 qashr function as takhshis, 8 function as ta'kid, 2 function as hashr, 1 function as tasliyah and 1 function as mubalaghah.
Analisis Teori Keadilan John Rawls Dalam Penentuan Nafkah Madliyah Pada Perkara Cerai Talak di Pengadilan Agama Kabupaten Jombang
Authors: Nurcholis Moch. , Izzah Ayra Channifah Fahrun
Published: December 2024

Pada perkara cerai talak dalam putusan Pengadilan Agama Kabupaten Jombang, nominal nafkah madliyah yang terkandung dalam setiap putusan berbeda-beda, sedangkan hakim yang ditunjuk untuk menangani perkara tersebut sama. Hal ini menunjukkan ketidak konsisten-an hakim dalam menentukan besaran nafkah madliyah. Dari sinilah timbul dua permasalah yang akan dikaji dalam penelitian ini; pertama, Bagaimana pertimbangan hakim dalam menentukan besaran nafkah madliyah pada perkara cerai talak dalam putusan yang ditetapkan oleh hakim Pengadilan Agama Jombang? Kedua, Bagaimana pertimbangan hakim dalam menentukan besaran nafkah madliyah pada perkara cerai talak perspektif teori keadilan John Rawls? Metode penelitian yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah studi kepustakaan dengan menggunakan pendekatan studi kasus dan pendekatan konseptual. Data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah data primer dan data sekunder. Data yang didapat kemudian dianalisis dengan pola deduktif-induktif. Dari penelitian ini, penulis menyimpulkan bahwa hakim Pengadilan Agama Jombang dalam menentukan besaran nafkah madliyah pada perkara cerai talak menggunakan pertimbangan 1. Kesepakatan bersama dalam mediasi; 2. Melihat penghasilan pekerjaan suami; 3. Jumlah nominal kebiasaan yang sudah berjalan ketika memberikan nafkah kepada istri; 4. Kesediaan suami. Kedua, hakim pengadilan agama jombang dalam menentukan besaran nafkah madliyah pada perkara cerai talak dengan ketiga prinsip-prinsip keadilan John Rawls diantaranya Equal Liberty Of Principle (prinsip kebebasan yang sama), Difference Principle (prinsip perbedaan), dan Equal Opportunity Principle (prinsip persamaan kesempatan) sudah selaras dan berkesinambungan dalam masing-masing prinsip.
A Suspected case of COVID-19 Vaccine (Covishield) Induced Guillain Barre Syndrome - A Case Report
Authors: S Vikashini
Published: December 2024

The global effort to combat the COVID-19 pandemic has witnessed the rapid development and widespread distribution of various vaccines, including adenovirus-based vaccines such as COVISHIELD. While these vaccines have demonstrated safety and efficacy, rare adverse events have emerged, raising concerns about their use. We present a case report of a 45-year-old female patient who experienced Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) shortly after receiving the COVISHIELD vaccine. The patient's clinical presentation was characterized by the abrupt onset of symptoms within days of vaccination, including weakness, fatigue, and throat discomfort. Her condition deteriorated rapidly, leading to respiratory failure and paralysis, necessitating intensive care unit (ICU) admission. A comprehensive examination revealed cranial nerve involvement, cardiovascular symptoms, and progressive motor weakness. Nerve conduction studies confirmed the diagnosis of GBS, while cerebrospinal fluid analysis demonstrated elevated protein levels. This case report delves into the clinical course, diagnostic challenges, and treatments administered during the patient's hospitalization. We discuss the potential link between COVISHIELD vaccination and GBS, an autoimmune neurological disorder. While the pathophysiology of vaccine-induced GBS remains a subject of debate, this case highlights the importance of early diagnosis and prompt initiation of treatment. In conclusion, this case underscores the significance of vigilance regarding potential adverse events associated with COVID-19 vaccination, such as GBS. Timely recognition and comprehensive management are pivotal in mitigating the impact of such complications. The reporting and monitoring of vaccine-related adverse events continue to be vital components of the ongoing global vaccination campaign.