bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
ОБ ОДНОЙ ОДНОРОДНОЙ НЕЛОКАЛЬНОЙ ЗАДАЧЕ ДЛЯ ИНТЕГРО-ДИФФЕРЕНЦИАЛЬНОГО УРАВНЕНИЯ ФРЕДГОЛЬМА ВТОРОГО ПОРЯДКА
Authors: Юлдашев Турсун , Артыкова Жылдыз
Published: October 2023

Рассмотрены вопросы существования и построения нетривиальных решений одной однородной нелокальной краевой задачи для однородного интегро-дифференциального уравнения Фредгольма второго порядка с вырожденным ядром и двумя действительными параметрами. Был развит метод вырожденного ядра. Изучены особенности, возникшие при построении решений и связанные с определением коэффициентов интегрирования. Вычислены значения спектральных параметров, для которых устанавливаются разрешимость краевой задачи и строятся соответствующие решения.
ГЕОМЕТРИЯ В ПОЛУЕВКЛИДОВЫХ ПРОСТРАНСТВАХ
Authors: Артикбаев Абдуллаазиз , Исмоилов Шерзодбек
Published: October 2023

Геометрия полуевклидовых пространств является интенсивно развывшейся частью неевклидовой геометрии. В работе изложены основные результаты полученные за последний тридцать лет, по геометрии трехмерных полуевклидовых пространств. Трехмерными полуевклидовыми пространствами являются изотропное и галилеева пространства. В конце работе приведены несколько нерешенных задачи в галилеевом и изотропном пространстве.
ОБ ОДНОЙ ОБРАТНОЙ ЗАДАЧЕ ТИПА БИЦАДЗЕ-САМАРСКОГО ДЛЯ ПАРАБОЛИЧЕСКОГО УРАВНЕНИЯ ДРОБНОГО ПОРЯДКА
Authors: Кадиркулов Бахтиёр , Эргашев Окилжон
Published: October 2023

В данной работе для вырождающегося параболического уравнения дробного порядка с оператором Герасимова-Капуто изучается нелокальная обратная задача типа Бицадзе-Самарского. Для решения задачи используется спектральный метод, с помощью которого рассматриваемая задача сводится к исследованию спектральной краевой задачи для обыкновенного дифференциального уравнения второго порядка относительно пространственной переменной. Исследованы спектральные вопросы полученной, а также сопряженной задачи, при этом дифференциальный оператор, соответствующий сопряженной задаче, получается разрывным. Найдены собственные числа, а также собственные функции задач, доказана полнота, а также базисность Рисса полученных систем. Далее, при определенных условиях на заданные функции, доказаны теоремы о единственности и существования решения поставленной задачи. При доказательстве единственности решения задачи используется полнота системы собственных функций, соответствующей спектральной задачи, а решение задачи представляется в виде абсолютно и равномерно сходящего ряда.
КОНСТИТУЦИОННО-ПРАВОВЫЕ ОСНОВЫ СЕМЬИ
Authors: Дадабоева Жумагул
Published: October 2023

Статья посвящена сравнительно-правовому исследованию закрепления института семьи в конституционном праве некоторых современных государств. В ходе исследования автор считает, что в конституционном законодательстве большинства стран мира отражена норма о приоритетной защите интересов семьи. Конституционные положения определяют ориентиры для действующего законодательства и основные приоритеты семейной политики государства, что, безусловно, окажет положительное влияние на общее правоприменение и правоприменительную практику.
Structural power composites - the route to more electric aircraft
Authors: Greenhalgh Emile S
Published: October 2023

Electrification of aircraft is recognised as a key aspiration for mitigating the impact of aviation on the climate emergency. However, the slow pace of battery development, particularly the elevation of energy and power densities, and the immaturity of emerging battery technologies, is hindering the move towards more electric aircraft. An alternative strategy is to reduce the energy demands of future vehicles through adoption of multifunctional materials: these offer tremendous opportunities for light weighting and innovative design. In particular, the emergence of structural composites imbued with electrochemical functions (e.g. structural batteries) presents compelling opportunities for efficient energy storage by negating the parasitic weight associated with conventional devices. This presentation will introduce structural power composites and the motivation for their development, illustrating the potential applications for this technology. The hurdles to maturing structural power composites will be presented, and the presentation will culminate in outlining potential adoption routes for this exciting technology.
Trapiche y esclavitud en Santa Cruz de Pacairigua y Valle de Guatire (Estado Miranda-Venezuela)
Authors: Ortega Miguel
Published: October 2023

Trapiche y esclavitud en Santa Cruz de Pacairigua y Valle de Guatire (Estado Miranda-Venezuela), es el resultado de una investigación documental y de campo con el afán de reconstruir el proceso histórico de la población esclava de origen africano de Santa Cruz de Pacairigua y el Valle de Guatire desde sus orígenes hasta su abolición del sistema esclavista y su posterior evolución hasta bien entrado el siglo XX, recurriendo a la metodología de la micro y etnohistoria para indagar el surgimiento de una cultura que tuvo como escenario las haciendas trapicheras y como protagonistas a los sectores populares afrovenezolanos, entre quienes brota La Parranda de San Pedro, la Parranda de San Juan y los festejos a la Santa Cruz de Mayo, cuyos sus respectivos y peculiares procesos de producción, circulación y consumo se analizan desde una perspectiva histórica - antropológica para rastrear los mecanismos de control cultural que han permitido su resistencia y permanencia en su tránsito desde el mundo rural-agrícola al urbano-industrial.
RESENHA - PESQUISA EM POLÍTICA EDUCACIONAL: PERSPECTIVAS METODOLÓGICAS
Authors: MARSCHALL MARIA MARGARETE , TREVISOL MÁRCIO GIUSTI
Published: October 2023

Sob organização de Altair Alberto Fávero, Carina Tonieto, Chaiane Bukowski e Junior Bufon Centenaro, o livro Pesquisa em Política Educacional: perspectivas metodológicas emergiu dos estudos e pesquisas realizadas no Grupo de Pesquisa em Educação Superior da Universidade de Passo Fundo (GEPES/UPF) durante o ano de 2022. A coletânea aborda questões relacionadas aos elementos metodológicos que constituem a pesquisa em política educacional, que se pautam pela atenção de produzir conhecimentos que atendam à relevância acadêmica e social, aos princípios éticos, aos fundamentos teóricos e metodológicos. Por isso, a presente obra disponibiliza um conjunto de textos que se unem no objetivo de apresentar contribuições às pesquisas em políticas educacionais, notadamente, pela observância rigorosa do referencial teórico, método e caracterização da pesquisa quanto à sua natureza, problema, objetivos e procedimentos técnicos. Nesse contexto, a coletânea é composta por dezesseis capítulos, assinados por pesquisadores da área com experiência nacional e internacional que contribuem para a fundamentação da pesquisa no campo educacional.
THE CHALLENGES OF VILLAGE COURTS TO OPERATIONALIZE AT THE LOCAL LEVEL: A CASE STUDY IN THE SOUTHWEST REGION OF BANGLADESH
Authors: Masud Md. Mahedi Al , Chowdhury Sajib , Moni Nurun Nahar
Published: October 2023

The village court and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) promised to resolve civil cases instead of regular court proceedings in rural areas, as it takes less time and is a more cost-saving process. Village courts are a useful pattern of dispute resolution in the local community by avoiding formal judicial mechanisms. This study examines the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) of village courts in rural Bangladesh. Additionally, it identifies the challenges of village court to operationalization at the local level. To do that, by employing multistage sampling technique, nine unions from rural communities in Bangladesh's southwestern districts of Bagerhat, Khulna, and Sathkhria were selected as study areas. Mixed method approach was adopted, where 141 households were surveyed by using a semi-structured questionnaire for quantitative data, and three focus group discussions (FGD) and key informant interviews (KII) were applied to collect qualitative information. Descriptive statistics and SWOT analysis were carried out to address the research objective. The study result demonstrates that the middle-aged (31-40 year) group, secondary level of education, and lower middle-income (10,001-20,000 BDT/month) people are the main stakeholders in reporting disputes to the village court. The findings from qualitative part show that the main challenges of village court are the lack of manpower, logistic support, infrastructure, and lack of training for village court personnel. Other challenges are the lack of awareness of local people regarding the law relating to village courts and their limited pecuniary jurisdiction (up to 75,000 BDT). However, village courts have several strengths, including fair trials, the existence of rules and regulations, a well-accepted body, easy access to justice, and less paperwork. This study demonstrates that resolving the present problems will increase the efficacy of village courts, allowing them to provide cost-effective, timely, and harassment-free justice to local communities. Therefore, the study recommends that the government should take the necessary action and amend the law relating to village courts to overcome the existing challenges and fully functionalize them for the greater wellbeing of local communities in Bangladesh.
MEALTIME CHALLENGES AND MATERNAL HEALTH HISTORY OF CHILDREN WITH AUTISM: A CROSS-SECTIONAL INVESTIGATION
Authors: Jui Ismot Johora , Mahazabin Maliha , Akter Mousumi
Published: October 2023

Food behaviors in children with autism are poorly understood but tend to be more severe and long-lasting. However, there have been few studies on the subject in Asian countries. The main objective of this study was to identify the various mealtime issues (extensive choking, coughing, or gagging while eating, tantrums and meltdowns at mealtimes, swallowing problems, chewing problems, etc.) faced by children with autism. In addition, this study explores how factors like family history (parents' blood type incompatibility, inheritance), the length of the pregnancy, the mother's mental health, and her age at the time of conception may affect the baby's development and increase the risk of autism. Participants in this study were 120, including 58 children with autism and 62 children without autism. We survey parents with children aged 2–12 years. Children with autism were selected from two different autistic organizations. Data were analyzed through univariate methods, descriptive statistics, and Pearson’s Chi-square (χ2) test. Also, an unadjusted odds ratio with a 95% confidence interval (CI) was used to define the various predictors of mealtime challenges. In the autism group, approximately 60% of children have different types of mealtime challenges; around 77% of mothers experienced mental health issues (depression, anxiety) during pregnancy. Almost 32% of the children in the autism group had family members who also had autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Children with autism (OR=6.864, CI=2.924-16.112, p <0.001) became more hyper when consuming carbohydrates compared to children without autism. Study results indicated that children with autism face noticeably greater difficulties during meals than children without autism.
DATA JOURNALISM IN HEALTH REPORTING IN BANGLADESH: PATTERN OF PRACTICES, IMPEDIMENTS AND PREPARATIONS FOR JOURNALISTS
Authors: Biswas Anirudha , Talukder Md. Uzzal
Published: October 2023

Data journalism, with its ability to provide macro and micro-scale perspectives on health care, redefined health reporting during the global COVID-19 pandemic. Under these circumstances, health has taken the place of high significance. Consequently, the curiosity to see how data journalism is exercised while covering health issues in Bangladesh led to the idea of this study. This investigation aimed to shed light on how data journalism was applied while reporting on health in Bangladeshi media. The study was conducted following a mixed-method approach; quantitative data through content analysis and qualitative data through key informant interviews. The news published in August and September of 2022 in online editions of The Business Standard, the Prothom Alo, the Daily Star and the Ittefaq; was taken for content analysis. Additionally, four key informant interviews with academicians, journalism trainers and media development experts were conducted. The study concluded that data journalism practices in Bangladesh are not up to the standard. The scenario is also severely poor in terms of the number of published data stories; only 24 reports among 736 health-related news were data-driven stories. The Business Standard published 19 health-related data stories, which is the highest among the four news outlets. On the other hand, the Prothom Alo and the Ittefaq did not publish any health-related data story. Even the data-driven stories published in these four news outlets focused only on urban areas. Additionally, the data-driven stories were mainly reported based on government sources. Besides, among 25 data visuals, 84% were pictographs. However, the interviewees identified not having an Optical Character Recognition (OCR) tool for the Bengali language as a significant impediment to the flourishment of data journalism in Bangladesh. They also marked that, journalists in our newsrooms often do not possess the technical skills to carry out the data-driven story. Nevertheless, they proposed that, to improve the scenario of data journalism in Bangladesh, news industry and the universities should work together. Media development organizations should advocate the concept of data journalism in the newsrooms. Furthermore, they have to introduce workshops and training programs on data journalism.
Enhancing US Software Companies' Competitive Edge with Agile Project Management
Authors:   George Washington University, Kotler Christensen. K.
Published: October 2023

The primary purpose of this study was to examine how the adoption of Agile Project Management practices can help US-based software companies gain a competitive advantage in the rapidly evolving global marketplace. With ever-increasing customer demands and changing technology landscapes, it was crucial to assess whether agile methodologies could effectively address these challenges. The software industry in the USA faced challenges related to project delays, cost overruns, and difficulties in responding to changing customer requirements. Traditional project management approaches often proved inadequate in such dynamic environments. The study aimed to determine whether Agile Project Management could mitigate these issues and improve competitiveness. The research employed a mixed-methods approach. Quantitative data were collected through surveys distributed to software companies implementing agile practices. Qualitative insights were gathered through in-depth interviews with industry experts. Data analysis involved statistical techniques for quantitative data and thematic analysis for qualitative data. The findings revealed that Agile Project Management significantly improved software development processes. Agile adoption also fostered better collaboration among cross-functional teams. Moreover, Agile practices positively impacted software quality and customer satisfaction, ultimately contributing to a competitive edge. Based on the research findings, it can be concluded that Agile Project Management has a substantial positive impact on the competitiveness of US-based software companies. To enhance competitiveness, it is recommended that US software companies consider the adoption of Agile Project Management practices. Additionally, organizations should invest in training and cultural changes to facilitate a smooth transition to agile methodologies. Continuous improvement and alignment with agile principles are essential for sustained competitiveness. Keywords. Agile Project Management, Software Development, Competitiveness, Customer-Centric, US Software Companies
Training the Trainees: A Multilingual Community Health Workers’ led Breast Health Project at Faith-based Centers in Milwaukee, WI.
Authors: Kamaraju Sailaja , DeNomie Melissa , Qureshi Fauzia , Tahir Arman , Sahr Natasha , Phillips Lisa , Harris Carla , Sehgal Shubhi , Banerjee Anjishnu , Olson Jessica
Published: October 2023

Introduction

Preventive cancer screening rates are suboptimal among underserved populations, including immigrants and refugees. Factors contributing to low cancer screening rates span the spectrum of social determinants of health, including cultural aspects, language, and access to transportation.

Methods

In an attempt to address these, in the city of Milwaukee, WI, we conducted a patient navigation project with multilingual community workers (CHWs) who functioned as liaisons and successfully coordinated monthly breast health workshops that promoted the uptake of screening mammograms.

#Results

The program reached 188 women with no prior mammogram in the past 2-5 years, with a screening uptake of 100% among the insured and 80% among the uninsured. The CHW-led program also provided job training to at least six CHWs, three of whom continue to work/volunteer at organizations and others are in higher education.

Conclusions

Herein, we report the development of CHW training, focusing on various teaching methods and learning styles of multilingual women in collaboration with faith-based centers.
Advancing Equity in Oncology: Innovative Approaches and Robust Frameworks to Address Cancer Health Disparities
Authors: LaPelusa Michael , Khan Hiba , Deville Curtiland , Washington Samuel L , Borno Hala T
Published: October 2023

The 2023 Summit on Cancer Health Disparities took place from April 28 through April 30, 2023. This manuscript summarizes three pivotal talks that underscored significant discussions on cancer inequities. Dr. Hiba Khan’s session, “Rising Tide of Biomarker Selected Studies – How Genomic Testing is Key to Unlocking Inequities in Oncology Clinical Trial Access,” delved into the vital role genomic testing plays in eliminating disparities within oncology clinical trials. The next session by Dr. Curtiland Deville, titled “Advanced Imaging and Stage Migration – How Findings More Diseases May Lead to More Opportunities,” explored how advanced imaging and disease stage migration can unearth further opportunities for equitable treatment access. Lastly, Dr. Samuel Washington’s presentation, “Applying a Social Determinant of Health Framework to Address Clinical Trial Inequities,” offered a thorough exploration into the use of social determinants of health as a strategy to rectify clinical trial inequities. Under the guidance of the session’s chair, Dr. Hala Borno, these presentations foster a nuanced understanding of cancer disparities, emphasizing the importance of innovative approaches and robust frameworks to bridge the gap in cancer care and research. This summary is an essential reference point for practitioners, policymakers, and stakeholders invested in overcoming the profound challenge of cancer disparities.
Learning and Living Our Elders’ Wisdom: Youth Power for Land, Forests, and Territories in Asia
Authors:   Aliansi Masyarakat Adat Nusantara,   Asia Indigenous Peoples Pact,   Asia Indigenous Youth Platform,   Asia Young Indigenous Peoples Network,   Barisan Pemuda Adat Nusantara,   Cambodia Indigenous Peoples Alliance,   Cambodia Indigenous Youth Association,   Center for Indigenous Peoples’ Research and Development,   Federation of Community Forestry Users Nepal,   Kaum Muda Tanah Air (KATA) Indonesia,   Konsorsium Pembaruan Agraria,   RECOFTC,   Rights and Resources Initiative,   RMI-The Indonesian Institute for Forest and Environment,   Youth Federation of Indigenous Nationalities
Published: October 2023

Co-authored with 15 organizations across Asia—spanning youth groups, Indigenous networks, and ally organizations—this new report brings to the fore the experiences and leadership of youth activists into a Call to Action. Indigenous and local community youth in Asia, and around the world more broadly, often straddle what seem like impossible compromises. They navigate the delicate balance between forces of modernization and their intergenerational connection to home and community. This report shows how by building a strong intergenerational bond with their communities, culture, and ecological context, youth become self-motivated defenders of their collective rights. Mentors and movements energize their growth, and solidarity from allies strengthens their struggles.
Mempelajari dan Menjalani Kebijaksanaan Leluhur: Kekuatan Pemuda untuk Tanah, Hutan, dan Wilayah di Asia
Authors:   Asia Indigenous Youth Platform,   Asia Young Indigenous Peoples Network,   Barisan Pemuda Adat Nusantara,   Kaum Muda Tanah Air (KATA) Indonesia,   Rights and Resources Initiative,   Aliansi Masyarakat Adat Nusantara,   Asia Indigenous Peoples Pact,   Cambodia Indigenous Peoples Alliance,   Cambodia Indigenous Youth Association,   Center for Indigenous Peoples’ Research and Development,   Federation of Community Forestry Users Nepal,   Konsorsium Pembaruan Agraria,   RECOFTC,   RMI-The Indonesian Institute for Forest and Environment,   Youth Federation of Indigenous Nationalities
Published: October 2023

Ditulis bersama oleh 16 organisasi dari seluruh Asia — meliputi kelompok pemuda, jaringan Masyarakat Adat, dan organisasi mitra – laporan terbaru ini mengumpulkan dan mengedepankan pengalaman dan kepemimpinan para aktivis pemuda dari Asia dalam sebuah ajakan untuk bertindak. Pemuda dari Masyarakat Adat dan Masyarakat Lokal di Asia, dan di seluruh dunia secara lebih luasnya, sering kali berada di tengah-tengah kompromi yang tampak mustahil. Mereka menavigasi keseimbangan yang sulit antara kekuatan “modernisasi” dan hubungan antar generasi mereka dengan keluarga dan komunitasnya. Laporan ini menunjukkan bagaimana dengan membangun ikatan antar generasi yang kuat dengan komunitas, budaya, dan konteks ekologi, pemuda menjadi pembela hak-hak kolektif yang termotivasi secara mandiri. Mentor dan gerakan memberikan energi bagi perkembangan mereka, dan solidaritas dari para mitra memperkuat perjuangan mereka.
Xangô
Authors: Adalberto Antonio Batista Arcelo  , Freitas Joaquim Leonardo Lopes Louzada de
Published: October 2023

Este trabalho propõe uma análise da estrutura de conhecimento moderno-colonial, materializada na teoria da justiça de John Rawls, vez que esta atualiza o paradigma da consciência como condição de possibilidade da ordem do discurso, redimensionando a linha abissal entre o ser e o não ser, transformando-a em vala comum para o depósito, a subalternização e a eliminação de corpos e de existências não brancas. Neste cenário, a teoria da justiça de Rawls repercute como uma teoria racializada, contribuindo para a exclusão de corpos orientados por outras cosmovisões — não ocidentais — do acesso a um pretenso sistema racional de justiça. Trata-se de uma imparcialidade farsante, operacionalizada através da abstração das relações sociopolíticas e raciais. Percebe-se que a aplicação desse sistema simbólico no contexto brasileiro, fortemente marcado pelo hibridismo cultural constitutivo de nossa genealogia, redunda na atualização de tradições subalternizantes e subalternizadas — daí a urgência em se atentar para possibilidades de deliberação por justiças pluriversais. Subsídios fornecidos pela filosofia social crítica e decolonial são empregados para impulsionar a visibilização de tradições pretas ancestrais e, especificamente, de saberes e poderes dos Orixás Exu e Xangô. Promove-se, assim, concepções transculturais de justiça, habilitadas a superar a perversa linha abissal subjacente a narrativas de justiça desumanizantes.
Eventum: A Journal of Medieval Arts and Rituals and its First Issue
Authors: Constantinou Stavroula
Published: October 2023

This first introductory article presents the brand new, interdisciplinary, and diamond open access journal Eventum, along with the specific theme of Issue 1: “The Arts and Rituals of Pilgrimage”. It describes the rationale and scope of the journal in association with the three key terms of its subtitle, in reverse order: ‘rituals’, ‘arts’, and ‘medieval’. As for the topic of the present issue, which explores the arts and rituals of the medieval and postmedieval practice of pilgrimage, some important points are noted in relation to the issue’s five subsequent articles.
DISCOVERING THE POTENTIAL IMPACT OF SELENIUM TO ALLEVIATE DROUGHT STRESS IN BARLEY (HORDEUM VULGARE L.) VIA PHYSIOLOGICAL INTERFERENCES
Authors: ALI MF , SHAH AUH , ALVI MH , NAWAZ A , KHAN OU , IQBAL N , MAHMOOD A , SHAH MT , RAMZAN HN , SARWAR MA
Published: October 2023

Drought stress is a significant environmental issue that directly impacts plant growth and development by limiting water availability and affecting the overall health of plants. However, innovative solutions are needed to protect plant health and productivity against this significant environmental issue by using all available techniques. By considering this major issue, the pot study aimed to check the potential of foliar application of selenium @ 10mM on various morphological, physiological, and yield aspects of two barley cultivars viz. Jau-17 and Sultan-17 under three different field capacities, including 100%, 75%, and 50% FC, respectively. The results showed maximum plant growth reduction was noticed at 50% FC in both barley cultivars. Interestingly, selenium helped to boost proline content, relative water content (RWC), SPAD chlorophyll, leaf area index (LAI) while it helped to decrease excised leaf water lose (ELWL), membrane thermostability index (MTSI) under drought stress conditions. In addition, various plant morphological and yield-related components were improved by selenium application under drought conditions. Among cultivars, Jau-17 gave the best results in stress tolerance. Conclusively, it is suggested to check the potential of selenium in field conditions under drought stress, especially in rainfed areas.
EFFICACY AND SAFETY OF DRUG-ELUTING BALLOONS (DEB) IN THE TREATMENT OF PATIENTS PRESENTED WITH ACUTE STEMI
Authors: JAN MW , KHAN SA , AKBAR F , KHAN N , RAHMAN G , NASRULLAH .
Published: October 2023

Drug-eluting balloons (DEB) have emerged as a promising strategy for coronary revascularization, offering the capability to deliver anti-proliferative medicines directly to coronary arteries. Nevertheless, the exploration of their role in the acute STEMI context is now underway. Objective: To assess the efficacy of DEB in mitigating major adverse cardiac events (MACE) among individuals diagnosed with Acute ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) at the Peshawar Institute of Cardiology. The present study employed various methodologies to investigate the research question. A prospective cohort study was undertaken during a period spanning from September 2022 to June 2023, encompassing a sample size of 100 eligible participants. The study gathered data on the baseline characteristics of the participants, as well as the details of the DEB intervention. Additionally, safety outcomes were assessed and recorded. The study included statistical analyses to evaluate alterations in troponin and CK-MB levels following DEB intervention. During the follow-up period, many patient outcomes were documented, including MACE, occurrences of bleeding episodes, and instances of restenosis. The study's findings demonstrated noteworthy decreases in troponin and CK-MB levels following the DEB intervention, suggesting effective restoration of blood flow to the heart muscle. The study observed a significant decrease in troponin levels, from an initial mean of 12.7 ng/mL (±4.6) to a final mean of 5.3 ng/mL (±2.1) (p < 0.001). Similarly, CK-MB levels showed a significant reduction, with an initial mean of 42.3 U/L (±12.8) decreasing to a final mean of 20.5 U/L (±8.3) (p < 0.001). Nevertheless, there was a notable rise in MACE rates after the DEB intervention, as 38% of the individuals observed encountered MACE throughout the follow-up period. The safety concerns encompass hemorrhagic episodes, occurring in 10% of cases, and restenosis observed in 14% of cases. In conclusion, DEB has shown effectiveness in attaining myocardial reperfusion. However, the observed rise in MACE rates and safety concerns emphasize the intricate nature of DEB utilization in cases of acute STEMI. Additional investigation is required to enhance the process of selecting patients and refining procedure approaches within this particular environment.
The Role of Veterinarians in Forensic Science: A Review
Authors: Kulnides Narong , Lorsirigool Athip
Published: October 2023

Forensic science plays an important role in solving lawsuits involving human beings, such as assault, homicide, or poisoning cases. It combines scientific principles and techniques with legal procedures. Regarding past and present animal cruelty issues, many countries have passed stringent legislation to penalize individuals who abuse animals. Such animal cruelty protection acts are practiced in many countries, including Thailand, the United States, and Australia. Therefore, forensic science has been applied in the veterinary field, classified as a branch called veterinary forensic science. This field of study examines abnormalities in unnatural death in animals, collecting evidence from animals according to the chain of custody (crucial for documenting evidence) and the laws related to crimes against animals. This article gathers information by searching international databases (Scopus and Pubmed). The results of the search revealed the role of veterinarians in forensic science, the types of animal abuse that have led to legal actions (such as physical abuse and poisoning), and the laws seeking to prevent animal cruelty, each with its unique set of penalties, as implemented by different countries. The results revealed that veterinarians play a crucial role in animal forensic science by examining abused animals and ensuring the precise collection of samples, which serves as essential support for legal cases. It is important to involve specialized experts in these examinations, as their involvement substantially enhances the reliability of the results. Countries with laws to prevent animal cruelty, such as Malaysia, Thailand, Turkey, and Australia, punish animal abusers with varying fines and imprisonment. However, some countries still do not have practical laws to prevent animal cruelty directly, such as China and Iran. In this context, veterinarians should know the animal cruelty prevention laws in their area and educate animal owners to be aware of appropriate animal welfare management and reduce the incidence of animal cruelty.
Influence of fruit size on seed quality of Amla (Emblica officinalis Gaertn.)
Authors: Srimathi P. , Malarkodi K. , Karivaratharaju T. , Sundaralingam K.
Published: October 2023

Studies on physical and physiological qualities of seeds of Emblica officinalis as influenced by year of collection and fruit grading was conducted at Department of Seed Technology, TNAU, Coimbatore-3. The results revealed that seed quality varied with year of collection. The importance of grading of fruits based on size, was confirmed in all the three years of study. Larger fruits recorded a per cent increase of 10, 17, 17, 20 and 25 in germination (%), root length (cm), shoot length (cm), dry matter production (mg/10 seedling) and vigour index over bulk fruits.
Contratação pública: o programa de integridade como requisito no estado do Rio Grande do Sul
Authors: Boff Salete Oro , Leal Dionis Janner
Published: October 2023

O presente artigo analisa os contornos da Lei nº 12.846, de 2013, comumente conhecida como Lei Anticorrupção Empresarial, que estabelece o programa de integridade como requisito para contratação de serviços e aquisição de produtos com o Poder Público, a partir da sua regulamentação pelo Decreto nº 8.420, de 2015, e outros regulamentos estaduais e municipais, a exemplo da Lei Estadual nº 15.228, de 2018, do Estado do Rio Grande do Sul, os efeitos jurídicos de tal exigência e sua constitucionalidade como requisito de habilitação ou não, a fim de atenuar os efeitos de atos corruptivos perante a Administração Pública por intermédio de contratos públicos. Buscou-se pelo método dialético, com base na doutrina, na lei e artigos, abordar a regulamentação dos programas de integridade de acordo com a nova Lei Anticorrupção (Lei 12.846/2013) e seu decreto regulamentador. O estudo permitiu verificar que a exigibilidade na contratação pública de mecanismos de integridade pelas corporações privadas tem viés constitucional e não vai de encontro a lei geral de contratação pública, permitindo que o Poder Público tenha maior segurança na concepção de vínculos contratuais com a iniciativa privada.
Schleswig – a region of longitudinal language contact
Authors: Fredsted Elin
Published: October 2023

The topic of this article is the structural similarity of neighbouring language varieties belonging to two different branches of the Germanic languages. The German-Danish border region (Schleswig/Sønderjylland) is characterized by longitudinal language contact between West and North Germanic varieties, which have developed common features not to be found in other varieties of these languages spoken outside the contact area. These shared features are the results of regional multilingualism, language contact, and/or of language shift(s). This paper focuses on syntactical convergences. Examples of different aspects of convergences are presented, covering mainly convergences from the North Germanic regional language of South Jutish to West Germanic varieties (Low German, North Frisian, and Standard German regiolect), and from Standard German to the Standard Danish variety spoken by members of the Danish minority on the German side of the border since 1920.
Dialect divergence at the state border: the case of Alsatian and German Alemannic
Authors: Auer Peter
Published: October 2023

This paper summarizes recent research on the German/French border in the Upper Rhine Region, where the state border cuts across a traditional Alemannic dialect area. It is argued that the present-day divergence of the dialects is due to different repertoire types and different language ideologies in France and Germany, which counteract the positive effects of border permeability. Despite this general tendency for the dialects to diverge at the state border, it is also shown that traditional regional affiliations with and orientations to Alsace continue to impact the speed of dialect levelling on the German side.
Negotiating local in-group norms in times of globalization. Adnominal gender variation in two urban youth varieties in the Netherlands
Authors: Doreleijers Kristel , Mourigh Khalid , Swanenberg Jos
Published: October 2023

This paper discusses variation in adnominal gender marking in two urban youth varieties in the Netherlands, i.e., Moroccan Dutch in the city of Gouda and leveled local dialect, Brabantish, in the city of Eindhoven. In both settings, linguistic practices are influenced by language contact with Standard Dutch, the dominant language in society, resulting in variation patterns such as omissions and overgeneralizations (i.e., hyperforms). Interestingly, we find overgeneralizations of common gender determiners in Moroccan Dutch, as described in previous research, but also of neuter gender determiners. This hypercorrect usage of the (neuter) prestige variant contrasts with the variation found in the Brabantish variety, as the Eindhoven speakers tend to overuse the local dialect form instead of the standard variant. However, we show that both variation patterns may well be driven by the same underlying mechanism of (re-)indexicalization. Data from speech recordings and online peer conversations as well as focus group discussions reveal that in both cases the gender feature acquires different indexical meanings, depending on the register and stylistic practices speakers are involved in. These indexical meanings are not fixed, but result from a dynamic process of negotiating in-group norms on the local level of peer interactions.
Palatalized/affricated plosives in Paris French. A sociophonetic production-perception study of a dynamic working-class and/or language contact phenomenon among middle-class speakers
Authors: Hansen Anita Berit
Published: October 2023

A long tradition of attracting work forces to Paris from outside countries has produced a high proportion of inhabitants using other languages than French (Gadet 2008). Geographically, most of the immigrants and their descendants are housed in cheap residential areas in the northern and eastern parts of the capital and its surrounding suburbs - zones that were historically the home of working-class Parisians. Recently, sociolinguists have observed that a specific way of speaking French in these areas has emerged (Fagyal 2010; Gadet 2017), and might be spreading. There is agreement that part of the lexical phenomena in this “multiethnolectal French” is due to language contact between French and the immigrant languages, but as for phonetic features, diverging claims exist. Are the palatalized and affricated plosives (qui [kji]), voiture [vwatʃyr]), the strongly articulated /r/’s, and the frequent drops of phonetic material an effect of contact with Arabic or are they features of working-class Parisian French that have been boosted through an identity-based process of reallocation? Regardless of the answer to this complex question, we seek here to grasp the potential of the palatalized/affricated plosives to spread socially upwards to non-multicultural, middle-class speakers outside the area in question. On the basis of our recordings with upper- and lower-middle-class Parisians (Hansen ms.) and of the attitudinal data we have gathered from a listening experiment among 235 predominantly middle-class French speakers (Hansen 2015, Hansen ms.), we conclude that the phenomenon in question does show signs of active adoption and social spread upwards, while being intriguingly little salient for our participants according to the perception results, as compared to other phonetic phenomena. Only when occurring with other features (in casu strongly articulated /r/’s, with which it shares the ambiguity of being both a popular French and a possible French-Arabic language contact feature), a few listeners comment overtly on its presence and associate its users to Maghreb and/or poor suburban descent.
Distribusi Buku pada Penerbit Prokreatif Media selaku Distributor dalam Menjangkau lebih Banyak Pembaca
Authors: Kumala Anggi , S Aulia Azmi , Rosari Hikmah , Amirah Ummi Afzah , Yusniah Yusniah
Published: October 2023

This study discusses the distribution of books to procreative media publishers as distributors in reaching more readers. This study aims to find out how the distribution of books to Prokreatif Media publishers as distributors reaches more readers. The research method used in this research is a descriptive qualitative approach. Data collection techniques carried out are by interview and observation. The results of this study indicate that the distribution of books to Prokreatif Media publishers is not only done for profit alone, but to broaden the horizons and knowledge of the Indonesian people by collaborating with many parties such as bookstores, libraries, book fairs, online sales, also cooperate with educational institutions. Prokrasi Media Publisher has succeeded in using several book distribution strategies that are effective in reaching more readers and also being able to spread more goodness and benefits through the books that have been published.
Effects of cannabidiol on metabolic modulation and improving sports performance: a systematic review
Authors: Conter Franciele da Silva , Ishikawa Vanessa Nishi , Gontijo Giovanna Maria , Ichikawa Aline Isabela Tiemi , Bubna Paula
Published: October 2023

Introduction: In the sports scenario, cannabidiol (CBD) is a phytocannabinoid that has been accumulating important scientific evidence in various metabolic and metabolomic effects. Δ9 tetrahydrocannabinol (Δ9-THC) may be responsible for some adverse effects on sports performance and this makes cannabis unattractive for athletes. Extracellular vesicles (exosomes and microRNAs) induced by exercise emerged as potential mediators of tissue crosstalk. Objective: It was to carry out a systematic review study to highlight the main outcomes of cannabidiol in metabolic modulation and microRNA signaling in increasing sports performance. Methods: The systematic review rules of the PRISMA Platform were followed. The research was carried out from March to May 2023 in Scopus, PubMed, Science Direct, Scielo, and Google Scholar databases. The quality of the studies was based on the GRADE instrument and the risk of bias was analyzed according to the Cochrane instrument. Results and Conclusion: A total of 127 articles were found. A total of 87 articles were evaluated in full and 62 were included and developed in this systematic review study. Considering the Cochrane tool for risk of bias, the overall assessment resulted in 5 studies with a high risk of bias and 11 studies that did not meet GRADE. It has been shown that cannabidiol exerts some physiological, biochemical, and psychological effects with the potential to benefit athletes. For example, there is preliminary supporting evidence for the anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, analgesic, and anxiolytic actions of cannabidiol and the possibility that it may protect against gastrointestinal damage associated with inflammation and promote healing of traumatic skeletal injuries. However, it is important to recognize that these findings are very preliminary, sometimes inconsistent, and largely derived from preclinical studies. These studies are limited in their generalizability to athletes and often administer high doses of cannabidiol. The central observation is that there is a lack of studies that directly investigate cannabidiol and sports performance. Furthermore, we identified a specific repertoire of microRNAs that are regulated by cannabinoids, at rest (vigilant), and in microglia activated by lipopolysaccharides. Modulated microRNAs and their target genes are controlled by TLR, Nrf2, and Notch cross-signaling and are involved in the immune response, cell cycle regulation, as well as cellular stress and redox homeostasis.
RANCANGAN PEMBANGKIT LISTRIK TENAGA SURYA DALAM KONTEKS PEMBANGUNAN BERKELANJUTAN DI DESA SABAL (Kab. Kepulauan Tanimbar Kec. Wermakatian)
Authors: Kuway Florentina , Prenata Giovanni Dimas
Published: October 2023

Energi listrik adalah salah satu kebutuhan masyarakat moderen yang sangat penting dan vital. Ketiadaan energi listrik akan sangat mengganggu keberlaangsungan aktivitas manusia. Oleh karena itu keseimbangan dan ketersediaan energi lsitrik perlu dipertahankan setiap waktu. Rasio elektrifikasi indosensia saat ini 87%, hal tersebut menunjukkan 8,5 juta penduduk di indonesia atau setara dengan 2500 desa yang belum dialirkan listrik. Letak geografi indonesia merupakan salah satu penyebab masih banykanya daerah yang belum terjangkau Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PLN) seperti Pulau Sabal yang di ujung selatan Kabupaten Maluku Tenggara Barat. Maka pencarian salah satu bentu energi alternatif dalam rangka memenuhui ketidak merataan tersebut dibangunlah Pembangkit listrik tenaga surya. Karena indonesia merupakan salah satu negara tropis yang mempunyai potensi energi listrik surya menji sumber energi terbarukan yang potensial untuk perkembangan Indonesia. Letak geografis Indonesia merupakan salah satu penyebab masih banyaknya daerah yang belum terjangkau Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PLN) seperti pulau Selaru di ujung Selatan kabupaten Maluku Tenggara Barat. Indonesia merupakan negara tropis yang mempunyai potensi energi surya dengan insolasi harian rata – rata 4,5 – 4,8 kWh/m2 / hari. Sehingga energi surya menjadi sumber energi terbarukan yang potensial untuk dikembangkan di Indonesia.
La elección de instituciones electorales en un régimen autoritario. Una aplicación a México
Authors: Salazar Elena Rodrigo
Published: October 2023

El artículo discute los supuestos básicos de la teoría de la elección racional y su aplicación en el caso del diseño de las instituciones electorales del autoritarismo mexicano. Desde esta perspectiva se aborda la evolución histórica de las reformas electorales de México en el periodo comprendido entre 1963 y 1997 a través de distintos modelos de interacción delos actores políticos.
Las nulidades en el proceso federal del 2003
Authors: Medina Torres Luis Eduardo
Published: October 2023

En el proceso federal electoral del 2003 se presentaron 128 juicios de inconformidad en las Salas Regionales del Tribunal Electoral del Poder Judicial de la Federación (TEPJF) y 63 recursos de reconsideración en la Sala Superior del mismo Tribunal, de estos recursos 53 fueron contra las elecciones de diputados de mayoría relativa y 10 para impugnar la asignación de representación proporcional (Boletín de prensa núm. 047/2003 del 28 de agosto del 2003 de la Sala Superior).
Los estudios sobre el Partido Acción Nacional
Authors: Hernández Vicencio Tania
Published: October 2023

Este trabajo presenta una bibliografía comentada sobre el Partido Acción Nacional . El objetivo es proporcionar al lector una guía de los trabajos sobre ese partido, agrupándolos tal como fueron apareciendo a lo largo del tiempo y añadiendo un comentarioen el que se destacan los temas más relevantes que han sido abordados por los estudiosos del PAN. Como parte de la evaluación temática, se sugieren algunos tópicos que no han sido suficientemente tocados y que podrían llegar a constituir importantes lineas de investigación, que permitirán profundizar en el conocimiento sobre Acción Nacional.
Sistema de partidos en el nivel subnacional: una lectura sobre el número de partidos
Authors: Hernández Cortez Noé
Published: October 2023

Se presenta un ejercicio comparativo acerca de la evolución de la competencia electoral en México a partir de la medición del número de partidos que se identifican en cada estado. Se hace un estudio tomando en cuenta las ventajas y desventajas en el empleo de los principales índices electorales y se indican algunas posibles tendencias en dicha evolución.

The article presents a comparative study on the features of electoral competition held in México, by identifying and calculating the effective number of parties for each local state. This comparison takes into account both the advantages and limitations in the use of main electoral indexes as well as it is indicated some possible trends on such a path of evolution.
Género y poder. La masculinización de las mujeres en la política mexicana
Authors: Cazarín Martínez Angélica
Published: October 2023

En principio es necesario acercarnos a la comprensión de lo que hoy se denomina “género”. El uso de esta categoría se remonta a los años setenta que en principio fue impulsado por el aún incipiente movimiento feminista anglosajón, en donde se pretendía demostrar cómo las características femeninas se adquirían a través de un proceso cultural, social y político, y no sólo reducidas a la simple naturaleza del sexo; al contrario, estas características remitían a un proceso mucho más complejo que necesariamente tendría que derivar a favor de la equidad en términos de representación de las mujeres.