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VERTIENTES ACTUALES DE INVESTIGACIÓN EN GÉNERO Y TALENTO EN MATEMÁTICA S
Authors: SIMÓN-RAMOS María Guadalupe
Published: February 2025

En el pasado gran variedad de investigaciones aseguraban que las chicas eran menos capaces que los chicos en matemáticas, situación que al parecer se volvía más notoria dentro del grupo de estudiantes que mostraban altas capacidades.
Actualmente las investigaciones tienen nuevas vertientes. Una de ellas ha considerado que, si bien, no se pueden atribuir las diferencias entre géneros a las diferencias biológicas, no se puede negar su existencia y se propone que éstas son producto de la socialización en roles de género Hérbert y Reis et al., 2008). Otros han ido más allá al considerar no sólo las diferencias de género en el proceso de desarrollo de las altas capacidades, sino también las diferencias culturales (Freeman, 2003). Otros más han considerado la influencia de la matemática como una herramienta de segregación intelectual (Simón, 2015). En este artículo se analizan todas estas visiones desde una postura que pone su atención en el uso del conocimiento matemático más que en la aplicación de conceptos y algoritmos.
DESIGUALDADES EDUCATIVAS: EL PANORAMA DE LA EDUCACIÓN SECUNDARIA EN TAMAULIPAS
Authors: SÁENZ-RANGEL José Rafael , GARCÍA-CANTÚ Arcadio Alejandro
Published: February 2025

Los temas de desigualdad social han ocupado la atención de los investigadores sociales en los últimos años y se han convertido en un tema candente. La desigualdad y la justicia social presentan retos relacionados con la sostenibilidad de las economías, la estabilidad política, social, cultural, medioambiental y, particularmente, la educativa.
Este trabajo aborda las desigualdades sociales y su relación con el desarrollo educativo del estado de Tamaulipas. Propiamente, se sitúa en el nivel básico de secundaria. En este nivel educativo, a través de los exámenes nacionales de Evaluación Nacional de Logro Académico en Centros Escolares (ENLACE) y el Examen para la Calidad y el Logro Educativo (Excale), se observa la situación académica de los estudiantes y las diferencias existentes entre escuelas públicas y privadas, así como entre las rurales y urbanas. Se describe, además, la relación que guarda la entidad con el resto de los estados del país en materia educativa.
ABANDONO ESCOLAR: MIRADA DESDE UNA PERSPECTIVA DIFERENTE AL PROCESO DE FORMACIÓN
Authors: LÓPEZ-RODRÍGUEZ Iván
Published: February 2025

Esta investigación pretende hacer reflexionar, en primer lugar, sobre posibles explicaciones a partir de conocimientos ya aprendidos en el mismo proceso y con base en las mismas ciencias que se imparten, para dar causa lógica y explicaciones. En segundo, sobre una correcta gestión de la cadena del valor del conocimiento a lo largo de cada etapa educacional de la sociedad. El objetivo es llegar a la raíz de los problemas que enfrenta la educación en cuanto al abandono o deserción escolar, tomando como base uno de los descubrimientos que cambiaron en algún momento el mundo.
LOS INDICADORES DE GÉNERO. LA RUTA HACIA LA IGUALDAD
Authors: GUZMÁN-ACUÑA Josefina
Published: February 2025

Las mujeres, a nivel mundial, presentan diferencias significativas de desarrollo económico, político y social en comparación con los hombres. Al realizar estudios sobre estas brechas, muchos organismos internacionales –como la Organización de Naciones Unidas (ONU)– han determinado que estas diferencias se deben principalmente a cuestiones culturales que han impedido que las mujeres accedan más fácilmente a su desarrollo pleno. Las políticas mundiales han establecido una serie de plataformas de acción, conferencias y acuerdos enfocados a mejorar las condiciones de vida de mujeres y niñas.
Para medir este avance ha sido necesario contar con una serie de indicadores de género que permitan medir y evaluar adecuadamente estas políticas y acciones. A lo largo de este trabajo se abordará –desde una perspectiva teórica– la importancia de las estadísticas de género como factor determinante en la medición y evaluación de la situación de las mujeres, como un instrumento para visibilizar, construir políticas y avanzar hacia la igualdad de géneros.
La primera parte de este documento aborda la definición de la estadística de género y su estudio; la segunda hace referencia a los indicadores base sobre los cuales se comenzaron a construir las estadísticas de género. En la última parte del trabajo se analizarán las estadísticas de género en la educación superior, principalmente en México.
EL DESARROLLO MARÍTIMO MEXICANO DESDE LA PERSPECTIVA DE LA SEGURIDAD NACIONAL
Authors: VARGAS-SUÁREZ Rubén Alfonso
Published: February 2025

México cuenta con intereses marítimos que no han sido aprovechados convenientemente para el desarrollo del país, presentando diversos niveles de desarrollo y explotación que no están acordes con su capacidad, economía y estatus político internacional. Se estudia determinar el porqué de esta situación y lo que tendría que hacer el Gobierno para conseguir un crecimiento económico más acelerado y continuo en este sector productivo.
El trabajo consistió en una investigación mixta secuencial, empleando para la recolección de información, una entrevista a participantes clave e investigación documental.
Como resultado de la investigación se demostró que, al aprovechar los recursos marítimos de forma estratégica con el poder y seguridad nacionales, se puede propiciar favorablemente el desarrollo de los intereses marítimos de México.
PROSPECTIVA DE DESARROLLO EN H. MATAMOROS, TAMAULIPAS. UN ESTUDIO NARRATIVO
Authors: CONTRERAS-VILLARREAL Ma. del Rosario , RUIZ-CANSINO Marcia Leticia , GUZMAN-CONTRERAS Anabel
Published: February 2025

La prospectiva, inscrita en la planeación estratégica, es una posibilidad en la construcción de alternativas para el futuro y en la aportación de elementos para la toma de decisiones y el trabajo.
Se presenta una investigación realizada por entrevista a diez expertos en el tema de frontera que, a partir de narrativa, expresan las posibilidades de desarrollo que se tiene en la región.
Los resultados señalados en escenarios muestran la existencia de oportunidades de desarrollo a partir de relaciones funcionales y dialécticas entre actividad, modos de discurso y percepciones de vida de sujetos habitantes de frontera. Se visualizan ventajas, desventajas, diferencias y características de interacción presente y futura en las sociedades y culturas que conforman la frontera estudiada. Se destaca la importancia de la producción de uno o más futuros deseados.
EVALUACIÓN INSTITUCIONAL CON ENFOQUE DE LA MEJORA EDUCATIVA
Authors: ARRATIA-ARRATIA JUAN ANTONIO
Published: February 2025

Hoy en día la educación es pieza clave para el desarrollo social, económico y humano. En México, el sistema educativo brinda educación a niños y jóvenes de todo el país de manera gratuita y debe ser de calidad. En este sentido, la evaluación educativa se ha convertido en un foco de atención en la búsqueda de la calidad de las instituciones, realizando esfuerzos para mejorar el servicio que éstas ofrecen a la sociedad.
En este trabajo de investigación de índole descriptivo se realizó una evaluación institucional a la Escuela Secundaria Técnica N° 1 Álvaro Obregón, ubicada en Ciudad Victoria, Tamaulipas, con la intención de evaluar el desempeño de profesores y alumnos, así como los recursos materiales con que cuenta.
ESTUDIO EXPLORATORIO SOBRE LAS CARACTERÍSTICAS DEL EMPRENDEDOR EN VICTORIA, TAMAULIPAS, MÉXICO
Authors: ECHAVARRÍA-SÁNCHEZ ANABELL , GONZÁLEZ-GARCÍA GUADALUPE AGUSTIN , HERNÁNDEZ-RODRÍGUEZ ABIGAIL , DE-LA-CRUZ-BORREGO JOSÉ GUADALUPE
Published: February 2025

Esta investigación es de carácter mixto; expone características relacionadas con la personalidad del emprendedor y su comportamiento. En el aspecto empírico, se aplicó un cuestionario a emprendedores del municipio de Victoria, Tamaulipas, México.
En conclusión, entre las características sobresalientes de los emprendedores a los que se les aplicó el cuestionario de investigación, encontramos las siguientes: les gusta el trabajo en equipo, pero les cuesta mucho comunicarse con eficiencia; evalúan siempre los pros y los contras de una decisión; se consideran con espíritu emprendedor; piensan en el negocio como una inversión, con el propósito de obtener beneficios futuros y consideran valioso trabajar para ellos mismos.
ESTRÉS Y MALESTAR EMOCIONAL EN UNIVERSITARIOS MEXICANOS DURANTE EL CONFINAMIENTO
Authors: MEZA-PEÑA CECILIA , LÓPEZ-LUNA YARESI A. , RETA-MORENO YESENIA L. , TREVIÑO-CORDERO SAMANTHA
Published: February 2025

El confinamiento por COVID-19 ha comprometido la salud mental de la población estudiantil ante el cierre de espacios escolares. El objetivo del estudio fue identificar la prevalencia de estrés percibido y malestar emocional en estudiantes universitarios, las relaciones entre variables y diferencias por género.
Participaron 1369 estudiantes; se utilizaron las escalas de Estrés Percibido y Malestar Emocional. Los resultados indican que el estrés se relaciona con el malestar emocional; se encontraron diferencias significativas por género y en quienes han tenido pérdidas cercanas por COVID-19. Los participantes identificados como bigénero y género no binario presentan un alto y significativo nivel de estrés.
Se concluye que es necesario desarrollar estrategias de intervención en grupos de género vulnerables y en quienes han vivido pérdidas asociadas con el COVID.
LA COMPLEJIDAD DEL LIDERAZGO ESTRATÉGICO
Authors: ANTÚNEZ-MONROY JOSÉ XAVIER
Published: February 2025

El liderazgo, entendido como un fenómeno social, visto en un nivel básico, puede ser observado desde la simplicidad, ya que se reduce a sólo hacer cumplir objetivos planteados a un grupo de personas en específico.
Pero si lo que se busca es liderar a un grupo de organizaciones, fijar metas y objetivos para mantenerlo a través del tiempo y hacerlo ser exitoso, deja de ser, por mucho, un asunto que se pueda observar desde la simplicidad. En este caso, debemos ubicarnos en la complejidad que representa, para poderlo entender y estar en capacidad de reproducir lo que funcione y evitar lo que fracase.
INFLUENCIA DE LA GEOPOLÍTICA EN LA INDUSTRIA AERONÁUTICA MEXICANA. UNA APROXIMACIÓN DESDE LA SEGURIDAD NACIONAL
Authors: MUÑOZ-GURMILÁN HOMERO
Published: February 2025

Se analiza la influencia de la geopolítica de las grandes potencias y de las potencias emergentes en la industria aeronáutica en México, partiendo de una perspectiva de la seguridad nacional, mediante una metodología cualitativa, bajo el diseño del estudio de caso.
Para el estudio de la geopolítica se emplearon los fundamentos teóricos de la geopolítica clásica y la geopolítica crítica, seleccionando como potencias globales con influencia en México a los Estados Unidos, la Unión Europea, Rusia y China; las potencias emergentes o regionales elegidas fueron Brasil, India y Turquía.
Ambas categorías fueron señaladas por su influencia en México, ya sea por la proyección de sus intereses con base en su industria aeronáutica, o por sus potencialidades y similitudes con el Estado mexicano para el desarrollo de su industria aeronáutica nacional, bajo una aproximación de la seguridad nacional.
GESTIÓN ESTRATÉGICA DE LA CIBERSEGURIDAD EN INFRAESTRUCTURAS CRÍTICAS NACIONALES
Authors: RAMOS-TOXTLE ALBERTO
Published: February 2025

La ciberseguridad es un factor primordial de la seguridad nacional, ya que de su buena implementación y gestión depende el nivel de protección de las infraestructuras críticas nacionales.
La gestión de la ciberseguridad en estas infraestructuras debe llevarse al nivel estratégico y otorgarle la relevancia apropiada. Asimismo, deben considerarse los diversos factores que originan las vulnerabilidades de los sistemas, ya que en caso de ser afectadas por un ataque, se perdería la continuidad de los servicios que prestan, ya sea energéticos, económicos, de telecomunicaciones, financieros o militares.
De la univocidad a la plurivocidad, prácticas letradas durante la formación inicial docente.
Authors: HERNÁNDEZ-YEPEZ MA. ANTONIA , SALINAS-QUINTANILLA ALMA MA. DEL AMPARO
Published: February 2025

Las prácticas letradas durante la formación inicial del profesorado es un tema que actualmente ha recuperado importancia en debates nacionales e internacionales acerca de la naturaleza de los saberes docentes. Con el propósito de interpretarlas y comprenderlas  se recurrió a las metodologías fenomenológicas y hermenéuticas para analizar las narrativas de seis estudiantes de una escuela normal oficial para la prefiguración, configuración y refiguración del proceso constructivo de prácticas letradas. Los resultados permitieron identificar, desde el triángulo autor-texto-lector, la plurivocidad del lenguaje que las conforma y la mediación dialogante emanada de la lectura e interpretación de diversos textos producidos por los estudiantes normalistas.
Spectroscopic and Kinetic Analysis of the Oxidation of Unsaturated Alcohols by N-Chloro Saccharin in Micellar Media
Authors: Agnihotri Mamta , Tiwari Saras
Published: February 2025

The oxidation of unsaturated alcohols by N-chloro saccharin (NCS) in micellar medium was methodically examined utilising spectroscopic and kinetic methods to elucidate the reaction process and identify the rate-determining phases. The investigation indicated that the reaction kinetics conformed to pseudo-first-order dynamics concerning NCS, illustrating the oxidant's efficacy under regulated settings. Micelles functioned as nanoreactors, greatly accelerating reaction rates by solubilising substrates and concentrating reactants inside the hydrophobic micellar core. The effects of different surfactants, the structural characteristics of the alcohols, and further reaction parameters were analysed, yielding a thorough comprehension of their influence on the reaction's advancement. Moreover, temperature-dependent analyses facilitated the computation of activation energy and thermodynamic parameters, elucidating the energetic characteristics of the oxidation process. This study provides significant insights into the molecular routes of alcohol oxidation in micellar systems, establishing a solid foundation for optimising these processes for commercial applications and synthetic techniques.
Violencia institucional hacia los jóvenes y prácticas de cuidado y memoria en la revuelta social chilena
Authors: Castillo Gallardo Patricia , Palma Flores Evelyn , Hernández del Solar Claudia , Bustos Lillo Gonzalo
Published: February 2025

El 18 de octubre de 2019 en diversas ciudades de Chile comenzó la “revuelta social”, una serie de movilizaciones que exigían el reconocimiento de derechos sociales y económicos tras 17 años de dictadura cívico-militar y treinta años de transición democrática. Durante estas movilizaciones se documentaron numerosas violaciones de derechos humanos por parte del Estado, afectando principalmente a jóvenes. Este estudio cualitativo realizado en 2024 explora las experiencias de once profesionales que brindaron atención a jóvenes afectados por la violencia policial. El artículo caracteriza la violencia estatal contra la juventud, o juvenicidio, como una estrategia de contrainsurgencia y como continuidad de un proceso represivo iniciado durante la dictadura cívico-militar. Además, sistematiza sus consecuencias y describe prácticas de cuidado y memoria surgidas durante y después de la revuelta social.
Bibliografía especializada Juvenicidio. La experiencia abismal en América Latina: guía de inmersión
Authors: Guzmán Ramírez Gezabel , Erazo Ordaz Alma Rosa
Published: February 2025

Bibliografía especializada Juvenicidio. La experiencia abismal en América Latina: guía de inmersión
ENVIRONMENTAL THINKING IN THE FOLKLORE OF MIZORAM
Authors: Verma Nidhi
Published: February 2025

Mizoram is made up of two words. 'Mizo' literally means mountain dweller. This word is made up of the combination of 'Mi', 'Zo' and 'Ram'. 'Mi' means 'people', 'Zo' means mountain and 'Ram' means land. That is, the land where mountain people live. According to the second belief, the word 'Mizoram' is made up of the combination of 'Mizo' and 'Ram'. 'Mizo' means 'Mizo community' and 'Ram' means 'land'.Mizoram is situated in a beautiful environmental area. It is a state full of natural wealth and very close to the environment. The Mizo people have a very close and deep relationship with the environment. The place where the Mizo tribe is currently settled used to be a dense forest. The Mizo people started a new society and culture by cutting down these dense forests of the mountains. Their ancestors lived in harmony with nature and environment. Their civilization was born and grew up in the lap of this environment. The main focus of Mizo folklore is nature and environment. Mizo society and culture originated and developed with the environment. This is the reason why the concept of Mizo folklore is built around the environment.Mizoram is situated in the mountains and very good sources of water are found at the foot of these mountains, so there are many small and big rivers here. The story based on the formation of mountains and rivers is expressed in Mizo folklore.
CONCENTRATION AND EMISSION OF CARBON DIOXIDE (CO2) GAS IN MANGROVE ECOSYSTEM SEDIMENTS OF NANIA VILLAGE, AMBON CITY
Authors: Dhandi  , Tuahatu Juliana W. , Krisye  , Rahman
Published: February 2025

Mangrove ecosystem is a type of coastal ecosystem that has many benefits from both ecological, social and economic aspects. The role of mangroves in absorbing carbon reaches 965 tons C/ha. The ability to store carbon is four times more than other ecosystems. Besides absorbing and storing carbon, mangroves also release carbon through litter production. The production of mangrove litter will then experience decomposition resulting in a flux of greenhouse gases. One of the greenhouse gases that triggers climate change is carbon dioxide (CO2). The aim of this research was to determine the concentration and emission values of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the sediments of the mangrove ecosystem of Nania Village, Ambon City. Gas sampling using a syringe through a syringe mounted on a hood. Analysis of gas concentrations used the gas chromatography method. Sediment sampling is carried out using a small shovel on the surface of the substrate under the mangrove canopy. Sediment samples will be analyzed using a sieving process. The results showed that the average concentration of CO2 gas with the highest value in the sandy mud substrate with a value of 701.61 ppm and the lowest in the sand substrate with a value of 561.48 ppm. The largest CO2 gas emission in the mangrove ecosystem sediments of Nania Village was found in the sand sediment type of 75.0535 mg/m2/hour with an emission value, and the lowest was found in mud sediments, namely 30.1899 mg/m2/hour.
CHALLENGES OF IMPROVING LISTENING SKILLS IN TEACHING ROMANIAN AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE. A CASE STUDY
Authors:   Petroleum-Gas University of Ploiești, Badea Mihaela , Iridon Cristina ,   Petroleum-Gas University of Ploiești
Published: February 2025

Abstract

Efficient communication involves not only transmitting and receiving a message, but mainly the ability of properly decoding it, whether the message is written or spoken.
In case of decoding a spoken message, the listening skills become major. Listening is an important skill not only when learning a new language, but also when you have to face a daily and regular conversation. Speaking and listening are interrelated. When someone speaks, the auditory have to listen, also without listening, speaking cannot be normal; these are two sides of oral speech. (Rashidova 2019: 39) Furthemore, listening is the core for all the other communicative skills: speaking, reading or writing.
When teaching Romanian for foreign citizens we have observed many difficulties students encounter when they have to face listening tasks or tests of A1-A2 level in language acquisition and even more when they have to pass from this level to B1-B2 level. The need and the anxiety to know all the words at the first stage is replaced when reaching the B1-B2 level with the lack of attention in catching the subtleties of the language, even if the vocabulary and the grammar are well known. The best way to become a proficient Romanian speaker as second language is to listen to all sorts of materials, or to be exposed to different listening activities each day.
The aim of the paper is to highlight the challenges we have experienced and the solutions we have put into practice to improve the listening skills of our students. Among the challenges we can mention the students’ fear to not understand the form or the meaning of all the words they hear, their heterogeneous and different levelled background information or their cultural shock which put them many times in the position to not be very attentive. As concerns the solutions, we have appealed to their prior knowledge, to bottom-up and top-down processing skills, to “pre”, “while” and “post” activities, but we have also tried to develop students’ awareness of necessity to mingle the instrumental motivation with the integrative motivation in order to improve the foreign students’ abilities to become better listeners as well as better users of Romanian language.

Keywords: Communication; Listening; Difficulties; Challenges; Solutions.
EXPLORING THE PEDAGOGICAL SIGNIFICANCE OF TEACHING IMPOLITE LANGUAGE IN KOREAN LANGUAGE EDUCATION
Authors:   Babeș-Bolyai University of Cluj-Napoca, Romania, BÎJA Alexandra
Published: February 2025

Abstract

This paper addresses a critical aspect often overlooked in Korean language education, that is the teaching of “impolite” language. While traditional language instruction predominantly focuses on polite and formal expressions, this study advocates for the inclusion of impolite language to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of Korean communication. We try to highlight the nuanced nature of Korean language and its cultural implications. The paper argues that an exclusive emphasis on polite language restricts learners’ communicative competence, hindering their ability to comprehend and navigate real-world interactions effectively. By incorporating impolite language into the curriculum, educators can equip learners with the necessary linguistic tools to navigate diverse social contexts. This study extends its implications beyond linguistic proficiency, emphasising the role of impolite language in deciphering social hierarchies and fostering a nuanced understanding of interpersonal relationships in Korean society, as Korean is a language with a highly sophisticated system of deference that is used to mark social status, roles, relationships, affective and epistemic stances within a conversation.

Keywords: Korean language education; Impolite language; Communicative competence; Cultural competence; Language curriculum; Intercultural communication.
Unveiling the spice of life: Exploring the impact of spicy food consumption on breast cancer risk through a comparative study
Authors: Merdawati Leni , Chin Wei-Shan , Gusty Reni Prima , Huang Hui-Chuan
Published: February 2025

Purpose: To examine the association between spicy food consumption and the risk of breast cancer in females.

Methods: A cross-sectional comparative study was conducted, involving 84 females diagnosed with breast cancer and 84 age-matched females without the disease. Data collection included measurements of demographic characteristics, reproductive factors, lifestyle, and dietary habits. To assess the association between spicy food consumption and the risk of breast cancer, a logistic regression model was employed.

Results: Spicy food consumption of more than six days/week resulted in a high risk for the occurrence of breast cancer (odds ratio = 2.72; 95% confidence interval, 1.06~6.98). The partial correlation test confirmed a significant positive correlation between frequent spicy food consumption and breast cancer risk.

Conclusions: Spicy food consumption more than six days a week poses a higher risk of breast cancer risk. Education and health management strategies may help reduce the risk of breast cancer.
Ai-driven CRM systems in insurance: Personalization at scale
Authors: Julker Nain
Published: February 2025

The purpose of this research paper investigates artificial intelligence and data analytics phenomena which impact the financial services industry specifically in Customer Relationship Management systems implementation. This document examines contemporary CRM system development together with artificial intelligences in customer analytics and their practical and complex implementation challenges. This research explores how artificial intelligence enhances both personalization operations and customer information and decision-making through natural language processing and machine learning and predictive analysis study. The proof of AI-CRM system performance needs additional clarification based on current evidence from retail banking, wealth management businesses and insurance industries showing positive results. Data privacy aspects along with ethical AI utilization in finance and compliance requirements form essential points studied in the research. The research provides financial service providers with both present-time trends analysis and literature-validated guidelines about implementing AI into the CRM system to generate possibilities for future applications.
Redefining drug development: Analytics driving quality and compliance
Authors: M Manivardhan Reddy  , K Ramadevi
Published: February 2025

Drug substance development is a cornerstone of pharmaceutical manufacturing, serving as the basis for producing safe, effective, and compliant drug products. Central to this process is the integration of analytical support, which ensures adherence to stringent quality and regulatory standards. Analytical techniques, such as chromatography, spectroscopy, and dissolution testing, are pivotal in assessing the purity, potency, and stability of drug substances, enabling the establishment and maintenance of predefined test parameters and specifications throughout the product lifecycle.

Key to this process is the identification and control of critical quality attributes (CQAs), including impurity profiles, particle size, and dissolution rates, to ensure batch-to-batch consistency. Regulatory bodies such as the FDA, EMA, and ICH require the use of validated analytical methods, which provide accurate, precise, and reproducible results essential for regulatory submissions and market approval.

This article examines the indispensable role of analytical methods in drug substance development, focusing on their contribution to quality control, assurance, and regulatory compliance. It also explores the interplay between analytical method development and evolving regulatory landscapes. Emerging trends, such as Quality by Design (QbD) and green chemistry principles, are highlighted for their potential to enhance efficiency and sustainability in the development process. By bridging quality and compliance, analytical support not only ensures the safety and efficacy of drug substances but also contributes to the advancement of pharmaceutical innovation.
The Effect of Medication Therapy Management (MTM) on Adherence and Quality of Life of Hypertension Patients in Puskesmas Banyumas Regency
Authors: Anggraeni Dossy Susan Anggraeni , Hapsari Indri , Raharjo Budi Raharjo
Published: February 2025

Background: Hypertension is one of the most common cardiovascular diseases in Indonesia and in the world. Hypertension requires a long-term treatment process, and compliance in taking medication is needed for blood and to improve patients' quality of life. Medication Therapy Management (MTM) is a pharmaceutical service method that can enhance individual hypertension patient compliance. This study aims to determine the effect of pharmaceutical services based on Medication Therapy Management (MTM) on hypertensive patients' adherence and quality of life at the Health Center in Banyumas Regency.
Methods: This research is an experimental method used in Randomized Controlled Trials (RCT). The variable measured was patient compliance with pill counts, while the quality of life was measured with the EQ-5D-5L questionnaire. Data collection will take place one month after the first data collection. Data were analyzed statistically using the Wilcoxon test to determine differences in results before and after the intervention.
Results: This study was attended by 180 people. Most of the respondents were female (90%), the average age was 55-64 years (44.4%), the average education was an elementary school (70%), and the length of time the patient had suffered from hypertension was 3 years at most (33,3%). The highest number of drugs received by respondents was one type of drug (43.3%), more respondents were without comorbidities (84.4%), and more respondents were working (60%). Pharmaceutical services based on Medication Therapy Management (MTM) at the Health Center in Banyumas Regency have been proven to be able to increase the compliance level of hypertensive patients, namely 0.54 ± -0.353 with a p-value of 0.000 and have been proven to improve the quality of life of hypertensive patients, namely 5.38 ± 2.962 with a p-value of 0.000.
Conclusion: Medication Therapy Management (MTM) has a significant influence on increasing hypertensive patients’ adherence and quality of life.
Keywords: Adherence, Hypertension, Medication Therapy Management, Quality of Life.
The Bulgarian-Macedonian Dispute and Historical Fiction
Authors: Drzewiecka Ewelina
Published: February 2025

This article raises the question of the Bulgarian-Macedonian dispute by addressing the related notions and interpretive patterns which are captured and manifested in literature during socialism. The object of attention is the legacy of Stt. Cyril and Methodius as one of the most important components of the (non-)shared past. The comparative reading of historical fiction about their most famous disciple, St. Clement of Ohrid, aims to address the differences between the Bulgarian and Macedonian understanding of the Cyrillo-Methodian tradition, as well as the national idiom under communist ideology. The article contributes to research on the Bulgarian-Macedonian dispute by engaging with two epistemologically marginalized perspectives of literary fiction and the Cyrillo-Methodian foundation of both cultures.
Transitional Kindergarten: The New Kid on the Early Learning Block
Authors: Berne Jordan , García Katia Córdoba , Jacob Brian A. , Musaddiq Tareena , Owusu Samuel , Shapiro Anna , Weiland Christina
Published: February 2025

In recent years, several states have expanded a new publicly funded learning option: Transitional Kindergarten (TK). TK bridges prekindergarten and kindergarten in its eligibility, requirements, and design. Using Michigan as a case study, we examine TK’s fit in the early learning landscape. Broadly, we find TK in Michigan reduces some socioeconomic gaps in early program enrollment while exacerbating others. Specifically, districts with more White and fewer economically disadvantaged students are more likely to offer TK. Among preschool-age children, noneconomically disadvantaged children are more likely to enroll in TK; among kindergarten-age children, take-up is similar by family income. Finally, some children enroll in TK instead of other public options, but there is no evidence that public slots decline overall.
Leadership and hegemonic control in Nigeria: an examination of the End-Bad-Governance protests
Authors: Ugbudu Martin
Published: February 2025

This discourse is an insightful examination of the End-Bad-Governance protests in Nigeria and the strategic use of political language to maintain hegemonic control. Specifically, the study addresses the language of deception, blame-shifting, coercion and manipulation carefully crafted by the ruling class under the Tinubu administration in the wake of the protests to stifle dissent and maintain the status quo. The official rhetoric is analyzed within the framework of a peripheral capitalist economy, its deepening contradictions and the mechanisms worked out by the Tinubu administration to manipulate the masses to accept poverty and starvation in the midst of affluence, perpetuate inequality and maintain the status quo during the End-Bad-Governance protests. Anchored on the Marxist Political Economy perspective, the study which is analytical, made use of content analysis and relied on secondary data sources. The study unveils that rather than embark of transformative change, government was evasive and political language became an alibi to misinform the masses, justify government actions, criminalize opponents and stifle dissent in order to maintain existing power relations in the wake of the protests. The study suggests amongst other things, demand for social accountability and a robust civil society engagement to conscientize the citizens of their socio-economic and political rights.
A IMUNIDADE TRIBUTÁRIA DAS IGREJAS E A QUESTÃO DA RETENÇÃO DO IMPOSTO DE RENDA NA FONTE DOS PADRES E PASTORES
Authors: Silva José Antonio Da , Oliveira Radamese Lima De
Published: February 2025

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ANTROPOLOGIA DA EDUCAÇÃO NOS TEMPOS DA INTELIGENCIA ARTIFICIAL - IA
Authors: Valeriano Luiz Claudio Hipólito
Published: February 2025

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Developing a Sustainable Integration Model for Sectoral State-Owned Holdings: A Conceptual Framework
Authors: Grisanto Raden Gerald Setiawan , Wiryono Sudarso Kaderi , Sunitiyoso Yos
Published: February 2025

This paper develops a comprehensive conceptual framework aimed at integrating and synergizing Sectoral State-Owned Holdings (SOHs) to significantly enhance their competitiveness and sustainability. The framework is designed to fill critical gaps in the existing literature by addressing key areas, such as value creation, innovation, and strategic alignment, which are essential for the long-term success of SOHs. One of the primary contributions of this framework is its emphasis on the incorporation of non-economic factors, such as customer satisfaction, community engagement, and environmental stewardship, which are increasingly recognized as vital components of sustainable business practices. The framework also delves into the nuanced impact of government intervention on the performance and strategic orientation of SOHs, exploring how state policies and regulations can either enable or hinder their growth and competitive positioning. By providing a structured approach, this framework enables SOHs to leverage their unique resources and capabilities more effectively, ensuring that they achieve sustainable competitive advantages. Furthermore, the framework underscores the importance of aligning SOH strategies with national economic and social objectives, thereby positioning these entities not only as key drivers of economic growth but also as contributors to broader societal well-being. Ultimately, this paper offers a valuable tool for policymakers, managers, and researchers interested in optimizing the performance and strategic impact of SOHs in a dynamic global economy.
Age-Related Changes in Speech Rhythm of Typically-Developing Children
Authors: Gervino Grace Elizabeth , Boecher Janina , Chow Ho Ming , Garnett Emily , Chang Soo-Eun , Usler Evan Richard
Published: February 2025

Speech production displays characteristics of rhythm, including the hierarchical and nested sequencing of smaller elements, such as phonemes and syllables. Recent findings have revealed associations between deficits in rhythm and several neurodevelopmental and speech-language disorders. A better understanding of speech rhythm, including how speech rhythm may change across the school-age years and between the sexes may shed light on potential clinical markers of speech rhythm for the potential identification of speech-language disorders in children. Given the current lack of knowledge pertaining to age related changes in speech rhythm, in this study we used two different quantitative approaches to measure speech rhythm across the school-aged years with a particular focus on potential differences in speech rhythm between males and females. Speech rhythm was quantified using interval metrics, which measure the duration and variability of vocalic and consonantal utterances, as well as spectral metrics, which conceptualize rhythm as periodicity in the speech envelope. Protracted changes in numerous interval metrics and spectral metrics suggest that the speech of children generally becomes more rhythmic during the school-age years, particularly at the rate of syllable production.
What is the Internal Point of View?
Authors: Shapiro Scott
Published: February 2025

John Austin famously claimed that the idea of sanctions is “the key to the science[] of jurisprudence.” Thus, he held legal rules to be threats backed by sanctions and statements of legal obligations as predictions that the threatened sanctions will be carried out. And before The Concept of Law was published in 1961, the concept of sanctions was central to every other positivistic theory of law as well. Although Hans Kelsen sought to explain legal rules and obligations in terms of norms, he understood these norms to be directives to courts requiring that sanctions be applied. Splitting the difference between Austin and Kelsen, Alf Ross conceived of legal rules as norms addressed to courts directing the use of sanctions and statements of legal validity as predictions that these norms will be followed.
Fractal and Quantum Corrections to Black Hole Entropy: Unified Theoretical Framework, Numerical Simulations, and Multi-Messenger Observational Validation
Authors: zhou changzheng , zhou ZIQING
Published: February 2025

Black hole entropy, as a central concept linking thermodynamics, quantummechanics, and general relativity, is classically described by the Bekenstein?Hawking formula SBH =A4G, which assumes a smooth spacetime. However,at the Planck scale, quantum fluctuations and spacetime discreteness mayintroduce fractal geometric structures. In this paper, we propose a modifiedblack hole entropy formula by integrating fractal measures dkHx, higher-ordercurvature correction terms R(k), and a generalized gravitational constantGH:SBH =14GHZ∂HfR(k) dkHx,where the fractal dimension k and GH are rigorously derived from field the?ory and dynamically evolve under renormalization group (RG) flow. Themodel is further extended to the early universe, predicting a local-type non?Gaussianity parameter fNL ∝ k2induced by scalar perturbations. By com?bining numerical simulations (box-counting methods, correlation dimensionanalysis) and multi-messenger observations (Event Horizon Telescope, gravi?tational waves, CMB anisotropies), the physical effects of fractal correctionsare validated. Comparisons with loop quantum gravity and string landscapetheories highlight the unique advantages of this model in continuously tun?ing degrees of freedom and directly linking to macroscopic observations. Thisstudy offers new perspectives on the black hole information paradox, the na?ture of spacetime, and the unification of quantum gravit
AI-Driven Clearinghouse of Preventive Interventions Supporting Healthy Youth Development to Facilitate Evidence-Based Decision-Making
Authors: Fishbein Diana , Buckley Pamela , Wollman Neil
Published: February 2025

Evidence-based decision-making applies empirical evidence to inform policies and involves integrating relevant information from various sources, such as scientific studies, experimental data, expert opinions, and community feedback. Online clearinghouses support evidence-based decision-making by synthesizing evidence on what works, though manually updating the literature is inefficient and incomplete. In addition, passively summarizing evaluations is insufficient for end-users to implement preventive solutions that achieve population impacts. A responsive, user-friendly platform and a dissemination plan are needed to encourage the uptake of innovative and culturally relevant preventive interventions grounded in transparency and rigorous evidence of effectiveness. The design of clearinghouses can significantly enhance evidence-based decision-making by building in stepwise, interactive, artificial intelligence (AI)-driven capabilities that harness machine learning for increased efficiency, reliability and comprehensiveness of evidence synthesis. AI algorithms with built-in safeguards to avoid unintended negative consequences such as biases and inaccuracies can make recommendations for up-to-date information on (1) the provision of all available evidence-based preventive interventions (EBPIs) and their key activities, (2) the equitability of EBPIs amenable to broad implementation and shown to achieve equitably distributed outcomes, (3) cultural relevance, including EBPIs that align with and respect the cultural beliefs, values, practices, and needs of a target population, (4) implementation support, such as materials, training, and fidelity measures, and (5) costs associated with delivery. The resulting platform will ethically expedite the translational process of identifying and scaling EBPIs, leading to a more complete, comprehensive and accessible body of evidence on effective preventive strategies.
Theoretical Investigation of Temperature-Dependent Resistivity in Metallic Conductors
Authors: Zhang Shuxiang
Published: February 2025

The electrical resistivity of metallic conductors is a fundamental property that depends on temperature. This paper presents a theoretical investigation into the temperature-dependent resistivity of metallic conductors using both classical and quantum mechanical models. The derivation of resistivity as a function of temperature is provided, along with a discussion on electron-phonon interactions that contribute to scattering mechanisms. Furthermore, a simple experiment to measure resistivity variations with temperature is described. While classical models provide a general understanding, quantum mechanics further refines the predictions, particularly at low temperatures. This paper is written for high school and early university students, ensuring accessibility to fundamental concepts with a rigorous mathematical foundation.
Electrophysiological correlates of saliency and feature synergy
Authors: Hunt Cordula , Löffler Christoph , Hülsemann Mareike , Schubert Anna-Lena , Meinhardt Günter
Published: February 2025

For spatial frequency and orientation modulated textures, the cue combination advantage in target detection and discrimination is much stronger than expected from independent cue processing, known as "feature synergy". We explored the neural origin of this effect, having 38 observers perform target localization and more difficult shape identification, while simultaneously recording EEG. The results showed a strong feature synergy effect over a wide range of feature contrasts in both tasks, which was accompanied by a strongly reduced posterior P2 amplitude in a time window from 240 to 280 ms after stimulus onset (TOI-1) and to a lesser extent by a reduction of P3 in a later time window from 320 to 380 ms (TOI-2), both in a cluster of 13 adjacent electrodes from the left, central and right occipital and central parietal-occipital lobes. Only a subset of electrodes responded to increased target saliency due to higher feature contrasts, while all electrodes consistently showed the strongest amplitude reduction for the double-cue condition. In TOI-1, ERP amplitudes were lower for localization than for shape identification at the same feature contrasts, but the effect was reversed in TOI-2, where significant double-cue effects mainly concerned shape identification. The task dependence of the P2 reduction and the specificity of the P3 double-cue effects for the more demanding shape identification task indicate that fewer resources need to be allocated to a given task when features are combined. This suggests an origin in sites where features and shapes are processed under attentional control.
The Interplay of Attentional Load and Correlated Color Temperature in Scene Perception: An EEG Study
Authors: Kılıç Rabia Nur , Afacan Yasemin , Urgen Burcu A.
Published: February 2025

The built environment profoundly influences human cognition and behavior, with light playing a crucial role in modulating attentional processes. This study investigates the interplay between attentional load and correlated color temperature (CCT) on neural activity using electroencephalography (EEG) during scene perception. Twenty participants were exposed to combinations of three different CCTs (2000K, 6000K, 10000K) within a virtual coffee shop environment, presented from four different angles. During the experiment, participants completed a visual detection task under both low and high attentional load conditions. EEG data were analyzed using frequency analysis to assess alpha-band (8–13 Hz) oscillations, a key neural marker of attentional engagement. Results revealed that high attentional load led to significant alpha suppression, particularly in the right hemisphere, indicating increased cognitive demand. While a trend of greater alpha-band modulation was observed as a function of lighting (from blue-enriched to warm lighting), this effect did not reach statistical significance. These findings highlight the potential role of lighting conditions in shaping attentional processes and suggest that thoughtful lighting design may contribute to creating environments that support cognitive engagement. Optimizing lighting environments in spaces designed for both focus and relaxation could enhance productivity and well-being by accommodating diverse cognitive demands.
Task-Optimized Artificial Neural Networks Align with Human Brain Activity in a Visual Working Memory Task
Authors: Sainath Pravish
Published: February 2025

Brain encoding using Artificial Neural Networks (ANNs) has recently emerged as a powerful tool to uncover which features of complex stimuli drive brain activity in a fully data-driven manner. While previous research has primarily focused on perception (vision, audition), this study explores the application of recurrent neural networks (RNNs) to model visual working memory through a 2-back task. Participants viewed sequences of images and identified whether each image was seen two steps back in the sequence. We trained Long-Short Term Memory (LSTM) networks on this task using pixel-level representations of complex images from the ImageNet database and utilized the learned representations to predict functional brain activity recorded from subjects performing the 2-back task designed by the Human Connectome Project. Results demonstrate that ANNs can perform the 2-back task with high accuracy, and sparse attention mechanisms were beneficial for a fixed network capacity. The artificial representations of images effectively encoded individual brain activity during 2-back trials. High encoding accuracy was consistently observed in regions such as the dorsal and visual dorsal streams, and frontal cortices.
Racial Biases in Polygraphs and Their Legal Implications
Authors: Bradford Daniel E. , Whittaker Freya , DeFalco Angelica , Joyner Keanan
Published: February 2025

Increased attention to racial inequities catalyzed a surge in publications documenting racial biases in neuroscience with one recent article in Nature Neuroscience effectively drawing attention to how skin conductance response is less reliably detected for Black individuals than White. In this correspondence, we introduce pressing additional “real world” concerns in how polygraphs heavily rely on this measure. Despite well-documented issues of validity and reliability with polygraphs, they continue to be used in various stages of the legal system. With Black individuals already facing disproportionate incarceration rates, the reduced reliability for skin conductance used in polygraphs for Black individuals can further exacerbate legal system inequity. Furthermore, these biases accentuate existing challenges interpreting polygraph results given their subjectivity as well as the heightened police-related anxiety reported among Black individuals. We join calls for re-evaluation and possibly exclusion of polygraph evidence in legal settings, considering the amplified risks it poses to Black individuals.