bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
PENERAPAN LOGIKA FUZZY TSUKAMOTO BERBASIS WEB UNTUK KLASIFIKASI DAERAH RAWAN KECELAKAAN DI KOTA JAMBI
Authors: Suana Irma , Surya Junaidi
Published: July 2024

This study aims to apply web-based Tsukamoto fuzzy logic in the classification of accident areas in Jambi City. This method was developed by researchers at POLSERSTA Jambi city with the aim of increasing understanding of the risks of traffic accidents and helping make more effective decisions. Tsukamoto's fuzzy logic was chosen because of its ability to deal with uncertainty in the context of a classification involving various factors. The proposed system is able to take input data such as traffic levels, weather conditions, and road types, and convert them into a risk classification using fuzzy logic. The results of this system can provide guidance for traffic security officers and related agencies in managing potential accident areas. This research shows that web-based Tsukamoto fuzzy logic has the potential to be a useful tool in identifying traffic accident risk areas. However, improvements in data validation, optimization of fuzzy models, and collaboration with related parties need to be made to ensure the accuracy and usefulness of this system in improving traffic safety in Jambi City
Pedagogical and educational management innovations and the opportunity to study the SDGs with intentionality
Authors: Souza Jackson Francisco Almeida de , Melo Fagner José Coutinho de , Sobral Eryka Fernanda Miranda , Barbosa Aline Amaral Leal
Published: July 2024

The article seeks to identify the main educational tools in current educational approaches that promote the intentional study of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), based on pedagogical and educational management innovations that focus on the comprehensive and interdimensional development of the student. It is expected that the paper will support results capable of identifying incentives in basic education for access to knowledge and accountability for the goals established by the 2030 agenda.
Tratamiento con microdosis de hongos con psilocibina en trastorno depresivo mayor: reporte de un caso
Authors: Zarankin Mariana , Pellegrini María S. , Zenteno Francisco
Published: July 2024

La depresión mayor es una enfermedad de gran prevalencia e impacto mundial. Los tratamientos actuales presentan una tasa de no respuesta del 15 al 30 %, mientras que en casos de eficacia se suelen observar efectos adversos como el síndrome de apatía y la falta de respuesta emocional. Se postula que el tratamiento con hongos psilocibios genera la posibilidad de reducción de dosis y suspensión de psicofármacos clásicos y ocasiona cambios a nivel emocional y comportamental benéficos en pacientes con trastorno depresivo mayor. Este es un caso de un paciente no binario de 19 años de edad con diagnóstico de trastorno depresivo mayor. Se realizó unacompañamiento y asesoramiento del paciente apelando al derecho de autonomía, en el proceso de autoadministración de microdosis de psilocibina, para disminución de riesgos en salud y potenciar efectos benéficos probables, con evaluación semanal, durante un periodo de 7 meses; utilizando la anamnesis clínica, análisis de laboratorio y la escala validada de depresión de Hamilton. Como resultado de esta intervención se evidenció una remisión completa sintomática, la suspensión del tratamiento farmacológico convencional, sin síntomas de discontinuación y mejorías a nivel comunicacional, de interacción social y bienestar general. Estos hallazgos apoyan la idea de que los tratamientos con microdosis de psilocibina son una herramienta prometedora en los tratamientos de depresión. Se necesitan más estudios que aporten evidencia científica para comprobar dichos hallazgos.
Nuevas tecnologías y atención en Salud Mental. Encuesta a psiquiatras y psicólogos de Argentina sobre el uso del WhatsApp
Authors: Agrest Martín , Matusevich Daniel , Nemirovsky Martín , Wikinski Silvia
Published: July 2024

Objetivos: La comunicación entre pacientes y profesionales de la salud mental mediante plataformas de mensa- jería en el intervalo entre encuentros presenciales o virtuales se convirtió en una modalidad de teleconsulta asincrónica (TA) cuya utilidad y efecto en la carga de trabajo de los profesionales de salud mental no se han explorado. Método: Profesionales del campo de la salud mental que trabajan en Argentina fueron invitados a responder a una encuesta que exploraba la intensidad y utilidad de la TA, y la sobrecarga resultante. Resultados: Se recibieron un total de 527 respuestas de profesionales que trabajan en todo el país. El 69 % de los encuestados mensajes con un promedio de 1-10 pacientes/día y el 31 % con más de 10 pacientes/día; el 75 % respondió mensajes por teléfono móvil los fines de semana. Mientras que el 68 % calificó estas interacciones como positivas para  el seguimiento clínico, el 47 % las consideró una fuente de sobrecarga laboral. Conclusiones: La adopción generalizada de la TA puede requerir una autorregulación adicional por parte de los profesionales y un seguimiento regular de los niveles de sobrecarga (especialmente, entre los psiquiatras) para que su práctica clínica diaria sea eficiente y sostenible.
Prescripción ambulatoria de clozapina en Colombia: factores relacionados con el uso de dosis inferiores a 100 mg/día
Authors: González-Díaz Jairo M. , Lozano Lesmes Lina , Duarte Niño María L. , Zamora Diana C. , Bioque Miguel
Published: July 2024

Aunque se utiliza comúnmente en la práctica clínica, la literatura científica sobre los patrones de prescripción de clozapina en Colombia es escasa. Se realizó un estudio observacional transversal en el servicio ambulatorio de una clínica de referencia en Bogotá, Colombia. Entre 2016 y 2018, se recetó clozapina a 2603 pacientes, principalmente para esquizofrenia y trastornos relacionados, trastorno afectivo bipolar y trastornos depresivos, a una dosis media de 100 mg/día. Después de controlar otras variables, la edad avanzada fue la única variable que explicó el uso de dosis inferiores a 100 mg/día. La clozapina no se utilizó sólo para la esquizofrenia resistente al tratamiento, y se necesitan estudios adicionales para explicar estas diferencias.
A web application for post-processing seismic hazard assessment results
Authors: Alvarez Leonardo , Lindholm Conrad
Published: July 2024

A web application for post-processing of PSHA results in order to obtain a variety of maps and graphics for user-defined needs is discussed. It was developed for using the results from the R-CRISIS software main calculations, but its principles are universal and may be adapted for any other PSHA software. The process is performed in two steps: the first is to prepare files to be used as input for the web application, and the second step consists of processing these files for new results and plots (trough the execution of programs and scripts). The work is organized in a server-client scheme, where the server side has all the required software together with the results and input files from the PSHA calculation. The software is accessed through a Web-Portal on the server side. We present examples of requests and results.
Gomero manchado producido en Brasil para madera maciza estructural: una caracterización física y mecánica
Authors: Nogueira M.C.J.A. , De Araujo V.A. , Vasconcelos J.S. , Gutiérrez-Aguilar C.M. , Christoforo A.L. , Lahr F.A.R.
Published: July 2024

Numerosas especies maderables requieren una caracterización detallada para comprender su potencial estructural. La madera maciza de gomero manchado se encuentra entre tales especies en las que también se requiere conocer sus propiedades para la construcción. En el presente estudio se buscó examinar 16 propiedades físico-mecánicas de la madera del gomero manchado (Corymbia maculata) para promover su uso en la producción de construcciones bio-basadas más sostenibles. Utilizando la norma técnica brasileña NBR7190, se evaluaron dos niveles de humedad estable para averiguar el comportamiento de la madera, el primero en el punto de saturación al 30 % y el segundo en punto seco estandarizado al 12 %. 13 árboles del gomero manchado con diferentes edades fueron extraídos de diferentes bosques plantados en Brasil para obtener muestras de sus troncos. Así, se analizaron 1959 determinaciones para evaluar los resultados mediante la prueba de t con un nivel de significancia del 5 %. A partir de nuestros análisis representativos, estadísticos y comparativos, se confirmó que el gomero manchado es adecuado para usos estructurales, siendo una madera potencial en las regiones tropicales y subtropicales de América Latina.
Monitoring land use/land cover change using remote sensing and GIS techniques in Phu Quoc Island, Kien Giang Province, Vietnam
Authors: Thien Bui B. , Kuznetsov Andrey N. , Phuong Vu T.
Published: July 2024

The changes in land use and land cover (LULC) are among the primary drivers of global environmental changes in many developing countries. In this study, LULC changes were assessed on Phu Quoc Island, located in Kien Giang province, Vietnam, from 2001 to 2022. The study utilized remote sensing and Geographic Information System (GIS) technology using Landsat images for the years 2001, 2009, and 2022. Image classification for each year was conducted through supervised classification using a maximum likelihood classifier, with the main LULC classes being forests, bare land, agricultural areas, water bodies, and built-up areas. The accuracy of the classification was evaluated using the kappa coefficient, achieving values consistently above 0.8 for all three images. Over the 20-year period (2001-2022), the area of forest, agriculture, and water bodies decreased by 14.90 km2, 30.96 km2, and 0.64 km2, respectively. Meanwhile, the areas of bare land and built-up areas increased by 22.22 km2 and 24.28 km2, respectively. Additionally, this study employed the Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI) and the Normalized Difference Built-up Index (NDBI) to quickly assess LULC changes, obtaining results consistent with the supervised classification. The findings underscore the importance of closely monitoring LULC changes to facilitate effective natural resource management and maintain a sustainable environment.
Caracterización de almidones nativos y efecto sobre propiedades físicas de fluidos de perforación base agua
Authors: Vega-Mejía Rubén
Published: July 2024

La investigación tuvo como propósito comparar las propiedades funcionales de cinco almidones (ocumo, yuca, mapuey, ñame congo y caña agría) desarrollados en la universidad y conocer su efecto al ser usados como controladores de filtrado sobre las propiedades físicas de un fluido base agua. Durante el estudio de las propiedades funcionales se detectó en los almidones buen contenido de amilosa, necesaria para el buen desempeño de los fluidos de perforación, pH ácido característico de los almidones naturales y buen rendimiento para la adsorción de agua. Los fluidos formulados presentaron buena reología y filtrado menor a diez para los almidones de ocumo, yuca y caña agría. Caso opuesto los almidones de mapuey y ñame congo cuyo valor fueron superiores a diez. El diseño factorial evidenció diferencias estadísticas significativas entre los almidones (bloques) con respecto al comercial, más no entre este y almidón de caña agria. Igualmente, hubo diferencias estadísticas entre las propiedades físicas de los almidones con el comercial, excepto el almidón de caña agría que solo difirió en el filtrado respecto al comercial. A pesar de los resultados, no se descartan los otros fluidos, porque su uso depende de las condiciones operativas de perforación.
TCPD: Design-Based Implementation Research Cycle 2 Recommendations
Authors: Chachage Kristeen , Koomar Saalim , Swai Calvin , Massam Winston , Hennessy Sara , Masonda Jonathan Paskali , Anthony Gervace , Mrope Winifrida Jacob , Malibiche Mustafa , Mutura Emmanuel , Mtenzi Frederick , Komba Aneth , Mwakabungu Fika , Nkya Henry , Adam Taskeen , Proctor Jamie , Barretto Johnpaul , Simmons Hannah
Published: July 2024

MEWAKA (Mafunzo Endelevu kwa Walimu Kazini, or teacher continuous professional development [TCPD]) is a landmark teacher professional development programme being implemented by the Government of Tanzania. The research project, 'The Impact of a Tech-Supported, School-Based TPD Model on Learning Outcomes in Tanzania, using Design-Based Implementation Research (DBIR)', closely aligns with the Tanzania National TCPD implementation plan, to evaluate the implementation of MEWAKA at school level. This policy brief presents a summary of the key findings and recommendations from the second cycle of the DBIR carried out between September and November 2023.
Keywords: TCPD; teacher professional development; design-based implementation research; primary education; Tanzania; communities of learningAn output of the EdTech Hub, https://edtechhub.org/
An IoT-assisted Intelligent Monitoring System
Authors: Afzaal Rabia , Hussain Sadaf
Published: July 2024

Objective: The usage of power and automated control systems can save energy, but creating an intelligent control system via the Internet of Things (IoT) is an advanced technique because it provides remote access and control through the Internet, especially for those who are facing issues with monitoring their home’s smart gears remotely. In this sense, NodeMcu is an internet-enabled device that operates under different conditions to monitor smart home gear securely. Methods: Therefore, this research has been conducted to provide a solid platform for remote home control and monitoring, together with a complete solution. In this research, we have built a small model by integrating hardware components and connecting online to Google Firebase, allowing the end-user to monitor and control their online home environment efficiently. Results: The online interface helps end-users care for their home equipment, lock doors, and install all intelligent gear inside smart homes. This interface ensures efficient and seamless interaction with all integrated smart home devices, enhancing the user experience and providing a higher level of convenience and security. Through this platform, end-users can perform a wide range of tasks such as adjusting lighting, regulating temperature, monitoring security cameras, and managing energy consumption. The system’s user-friendly design and reliable connectivity ensure that users can maintain control over their home environment from any location with internet access. Conclusion: The proposed model is Cost effective, making it accessible to a boarder demographic. This advancement in home automation enhances security and improves the overall management of smart home system.
Trincas longitudinais longas em pavimentos assentes sobre solos expansivos no município de Cabo de Santo Agostinho, Pernambuco, Brasil
Authors: Coutinho Roberto Quental , Silva Betânia Queiroz da , Maia Ivana Gomes , Cavalcante Fabiano Pereira
Published: July 2024

A ocorrência de solos expansivos, sobre os quais diversas estruturas de Engenharia podem ser assentadas e, consequentemente, podem apresentar danos estruturais sérios é um problema constante no nordeste brasileiro.  Problemas com estes solos são comuns globalmente e podem causar grandes danos. Os trincamentos constituem o fator preponderante para queda de desempenho dos pavimentos asfálticos nacionais. As trincas podem ser decorrentes da aplicação de cargas repetidas, efeitos climáticos, dosagem inadequada, não compatibilidade das deformabilidades das camadas etc. Trincas longitudinais em pavimentos sobre solos expansivos resultam das tensões de tração induzidas pela flexão do pavimento durante as secas. Estudos geotécnicos mostram que a camada de sub-base e as camadas de material selecionado apresentaram altos valores de expansão e grau de contração, indicando a origem das trincas. A pesquisa foca no comportamento expansivo dos solos em rodovias de Cabo de Santo Agostinho/PE, Brasil, utilizando análises geoespaciais e geotécnicas. Solos expansivos contêm minerais como montmorilonita e vermiculita, que absorvem água, expandem e causam tensões. O potencial expansivo se manifesta com variações de umidade, afetando a durabilidade das obras. Para averiguar a gênese do problema foram realizados ensaios de caracterização, mineralogia, retroanálise e poços de inspeção. Os estudos indicaram que as trincas são oriundas da camada de aterro do pavimento. A técnica de geoprocessamento foi utilizada, através de ferramentas de Sistema de Informação Geográfica – SIG, para planejar, monitorar, organizar, compatibilizar e sobrepor dados de pedologia, geologia e geomorfologia, com a localização das trincas na rodovia, ajudando na gestão eficiente de dados geológicos e geotécnicos. Estudos de caso na rodovia PE-09 confirmaram que trincas prematuras se originam da camada de sub-base devido à presença de minerais expansivos. Análises geotécnicas e estruturais, como o uso do FWD para medir a capacidade estrutural dos pavimentos, confirmaram a associação entre os defeitos observados e as características mineralógicas dos materiais. A integração de dados geotécnicos em ambiente SIG contribui para uma gestão mais eficaz e segura das obras sobre solos expansivos.
Formação docente para o trabalho interdisciplinar no ensino superior: uma revisão sistemática
Authors: Oliveira Rose Alves de , Santos José Leonardo Diniz de Melo , Melo Junior Madson Fernandes de , Teixeira Shearley Lima , Gomes Antonio Jose Ferreira , Silva Mario Luíz Amorim da , Almeida Frairon Cesar Gomes , Damaceno Shester Cardoso , Silva Caio Vinicius da , Junqueira Marina da Silva , Costa Gelda Gonçalves , Nogueira Neto José Maria , Silva Antônio Veimar da
Published: July 2024

Este artigo apresenta uma revisão sistemática da literatura sobre a formação docente voltada para o trabalho interdisciplinar no ensino superior. O objetivo é identificar as principais abordagens, desafios e estratégias descritas na literatura acadêmica. A revisão abrange artigos publicados entre 2014 e 2024, selecionados a partir de bases de dados como Scopus e Web of Science. Os resultados revelam a importância de políticas educacionais bem estruturadas e programas de formação contínua que incentivem a colaboração interdisciplinar. Além disso, a integração de metodologias ativas de aprendizagem e a implementação de projetos interdisciplinares são destacadas como estratégias cruciais para promover a interdisciplinaridade. A revisão também identifica a necessidade de mais pesquisas de longo prazo e estudos empíricos para explorar a eficácia dessas abordagens na prática docente e no desempenho dos estudantes.
Criação de índice de desempenho socioambiental para uma região de mananciais
Authors: Dutra Flavio Galio Araujo , Pereira Raquel da Silva , Costa Esdras da Silva
Published: July 2024

Objetivo: O presente artigo apresenta estudo realizado para a formulação e criação de um índice para mensurar o desenvolvimento regional de um agrupamento de bairros localizados no município de São Bernardo do Campo (SP). Método: Foi adotada a abordagem quantitativa e a pesquisa é classificada como descritiva, fazendo uso de Análise Multivariada de Dados, sob o uso da técnica de Análise Fatorial Exploratória. Marco Teórico: O direcionamento da pesquisa e da proposta final foi apoiado nas Teorias do Desenvolvimento Regional. Resultado: Os resultados mostram que a proposta de criação de um índice, mesmo que de forma preliminar, já possui uma robustez estatística, necessitando de testes in loco para adequar a sua estrutura, a fim de incrementar mudanças e melhorias no modelo proposto, assim como em suas dimensões resultantes: a social, a cultural e a urbana. Conclusão: O modelo criado possibilita sua replicação, a partir dos ajustes nos dados, em outras localidades com características socioambientais semelhantes.
L’idea di una legge generale sulla libertà religiosa: prospettiva pericolosa e di dubbia utilità
Authors: Canonico Marco
Published: July 2024

Il contributo è destinato alla pubblicazione nella Rivista "Il diritto di famiglia e delle persone", edita da Giuffrè.
SOMMARIO: 1. La ricorrente tentazione di confezionare una legge sulla libertà religiosa - 2. Le proposte di legge Boato e Spini della XV legislatura - 3. La proposta di legge Zaccaria ed altri n. 448 - 4. La proposta di legge Zaccaria ed altri n. 2186 in materia di edifici di culto - 5. Considerazioni conclusive.
La questione del velo nella legislazione dei Länder tedeschi a seguito del “caso Ludin”
Authors: Betti Leonardo
Published: July 2024

Il contributo, segnalato dal Prof. Silvio Ferrari, è destinato alla pubblicazione in versione ridotta sul prossimo numero della rivista “Veritas et Jus” dell’Università Teologica di Lugano.
SOMMARIO: 1. La sentenza del Tribunale Costituzionale federale del 24 settembre 2003 - 2. Neutralität e Bekentnissfreiheit; brevi considerazioni a partire dal caso Ludin - 3. Le prospettive di attuazione dei principi costituzionali: il ruolo dei Länder - 4. Le singole risposte legislative dei Länder - 5. Conclusioni.
La formazione dell’istituto giuridico dell’usura nella Chiesa latina nel XIII secolo
Authors: Bucci Alessandro
Published: July 2024

SOMMARIO: 1. Il nuovo clima socio–economico – 2. Gli interventi papali, fino alla svolta di Bonifacio VII e le decretali fino a Clemente V – 3. Usura ecclesiastica e usura commerciale – 4. L’usura nei decretisti: la connessione tra usura e mutuo – 5. Alcune eccezioni proposte dal Teutonico – 6. Alcuni contratti parausurari – 7. L’obbligo della restituzione della sors – 8. “Si quis usuram acceperit, rapinam facit vitam non vivit” (C. XIV, Q. IV, can. 10 Decretum Gratiani) – 9. Contrasto tra norme civili e canoniche in tema d’usura – 10. La condanna di Gregorio IX, Bonifacio VIII e Clemente V: Premessa – 10.1. L’obbligo di restituzione – 10.2. Norme penali e processuali – 10.3. I particolari rapporti con gli ebrei – 10.4. La presa di posizione del Liber Sextus – 10.5. L’istituto dell’usura nelle Clementinae.
I nuovi confini del diritto matrimoniale tra istanze religiose e secolarizzazione: la giurisdizione
Authors: Colaianni Nicola
Published: July 2024

Testo, corredato con note essenziali, della relazione svolta al convegno “Nozze e tribunali ed are”. I nuovi confini del diritto matrimoniale tra istanze religiose e secolarizzazione, organizzato a Como (28-29 novembre 2008) dalla Facoltà di Giurisprudenza dell’Università dell’Insubria quale Prima giornata di studio “Edoardo Dieni”.
SOMMARIO: 1. Matrimonio religioso e giurisdizione - 2. Giurisdizioni alternative nelle società multiculturali? – 3. Spazi aperti dalle giurisprudenze europeee – 4. Arbitrato e globalizzazione – 5. Secolarizzazione e interposizioni religiose – 6. Rischi per i diritti fondamentali – 7. Sul retroterra multiculturalista - 8. Incursus: Kelsen e la Corte costituzionale austriaca – 9. Esperienza italiana e prospettive – 10. Conclusione: per un globalismo ben temperato
Il Tar Lazio e i docenti della religione cattolica. Osservazioni a prima lettura
Authors: Prisco Salvatore
Published: July 2024

SOMMARIO: 1. Il dispositivo della sentenza Tar Lazio, sezione III, n. 7076/2009 - 2. Il profilo essenziale della motivazione - 3. La decisione nei primi commenti emerodottrinali. Osservazioni critiche sul dibattito in corso
Nuovi razzismi e diritto interculturale. Dei principi generali e dei regolamenti condominiali nella società multiculturale
Authors: Consorti Pierluigi
Published: July 2024

Il presente lavoro è destinato ad essere pubblicato nel volume "Intercultura, nuovi razzismi e migrazioni", a cura di I. Possenti, Pisa, Plus- Pisa University press, 2009.
SOMMARIO: 1. Identità e multicultura - 2. Differenza tra multiculturalità e multiculturalismo - 3. L’ipotesi interculturale - 4. Diritto multiculturalista e diritto interculturale - 5. a) La legislazione sull’immigrazione; b) Le limitazioni al soggiorno dei cittadini comunitari; c) La Consulta per l’islam italiano; d) La «Carta dei valori della cittadinanza e dell’integrazione» e la «Dichiarazione d’intenti per la federazione dell’Islam italiano»; e) Il disegno di legge sulla libertà religiosa; f) Il divieto di mutilazioni dei genitali, solo femminili; g) delibere comunali e regolamenti condominiali - 6. Brevissima conclusione
Rapporto sui movimenti religiosi nella Repubblica Moldavia
Authors: Cojocaru Viorel
Published: July 2024

La traduzione dal rumeno è della Dott.ssa Casandra Cristea.
SOMMARIO: Premessa - 1. 1. Lo sviluppo delle nuove confessioni religiose nella Repubblica di Moldova dopo il 1992 - 2.1. Biserica Evanghelist-Baptistă (la Chiesa Evangelica Battista) della Repubblica moldava - 2.2. Bisererica Creştin Adventistă (la Chiesa Cristiana Avventista) - 2.3. I Testimoni di Geova - 2.4. I Pentecostali – Uniunea Bisericilor Creştinilor Credinţei Evanghelice (l’Unione delle Chiese dei Cristiani di Credo Evangelico) - 2.5. Neo-apostolicii - 2.6. Prezbiterienii (i Presbiteriani) – la Comunità “Biserica Păcii” (la Chiesa della Pace) - 2.7. I Biblici – Biserica Biblică (la Chiesa Biblica) - 2.8. I “Molocani” - 2.9. I “Visarionisti” – Biserica Ultimului Testament (La Chiesa dell’Ultimo Testamento) - 2.10. Armata Salvării (L’esercito della Salvezza) - 2.11. Movimenti orientali e neopaganesimo: Societatea Conştiinţei Crişna ( la Società della Coscienza Crişna) della Repubblica Moldavia - 2.12. Biserica Unificării (la Chiesa dell’Unificazione) della Repubblica Moldavia - 2.13. Biserica lui Isus Hristos a Sfintelor din Zilele din urmă (la Chiesa di Gesù Cristo e dei Santi dell'ultimo giorno) della Repubblica Moldavia (i mormoni) - 2.14. Il culto Bahai - 2.15. Movimenti esoterici e neognostici, o culto-magici e satanismi - 3. Alcune considerazioni conclusive
La Chiesa e gli altri culti
Authors: Tedeschi Mario
Published: July 2024

Relazione tenuta in occasione del Convegno sul tema “La Chiesa in Italia: oggi” organizzato dal Dipartimento di Scienze giuridiche, Facoltà di Giurisprudenza dell’Università degli Studi di Ferrara (16-17 ottobre 2009).
La Chiesa e la politica
Authors: Bellini Piero
Published: July 2024

Relazione tenuta alla Università di Ferrara il 16 ottobre 2009 in occasione del Convegno su "La Chiesa in Italia: oggi".
Armed Banditry and Challenges of National Development : Is Nigeria’s Governance System Failing?
Authors: Adegbami Adeleke , Kugbayi Oluwaseun
Published: July 2024

The incessant bandits’ activities vis-à-vis kidnapping of people for ransom, robbing them of their possessions, raping and even killing them at will by groups of people officially described as bandits in parts of Nigeria is worrisome. The study examines the nexus between governance and armed bandits’ activities, as well as its effects on the people and national development. The study relies on researchers’ observation of unfolding events in the study areas and secondary data. The study revealed that the poor quality of governance offered by the successive political leaders of Nigeria was the major inducing factor of these bandits’ activities. Other factors include political and economic reasons, a high unemployment rate, and a high level of poverty. The study concluded that bandits’ activities, if not quickly nipped in the bud will continue to inhibit the political, social, and economic development of the country, also, the activities are capable of truncating the evolving democratic governance and the corporate existence of Nigeria.
Polymorphism of growth hormone (GH/HaeIII) gene and its association with the performance of merino cross rams
Authors: Putra Widya Pintaka Bayu , Margawati Endang Tri , Raadsma Herman Willem , Tyasi Thobela Louis
Published: July 2024

Merino cross sheep (75% Merino × 25% Garut) are introduced by the government of Indonesia for meat production purposes. The present study aimed to determine the polymorphism in the exon 2 region of the growth hormone (GH) gene (422 bp) in Merino cross rams using the PCR-RFLP technique and to analyze its relationship with body weight and body measurements of the rams. A total of 145 rams aged one-year-old with an average body weight of 29.08 ± 7.96 kg from the breeding station in West Java, Indonesia were considered as the experimental animals. It was indicated that a missense mutation of c.55G > A (p.G19S) was detected in the target sequence of the GH gene in Merino cross rams. The PCR-RFLP analysis in the GH gene of Merino cross with HaeIII restriction enzyme (GH/HaeIII) was observed in a moderate category with a polymorphic informative content (PIC) value of 0.22. Therefore, the G allele was more frequent than the A allele (0.85 versus 0.15). Furthermore, the genotype AA was not present among the sheep that were part of the study. However, the polymorphism of p.G19S was found to have no significant association with birth weight and body measurements in one-year-old Merino cross sheep. However, the GH/HaeIII gene in Merino cross rams exhibited polymorphism, primarily with two genotypes: GG (wildtype) and GA (carrier). The G allele was identified as the dominant allele in the ovine GH gene, occurring with a frequency of 0.85. Importantly, the polymorphism of the GH/HaeIII gene was significantly linked to birth weight and chest depth in one-year-old Merino cross rams. These findings provide preliminary insights that could potentially aid in the early stages of molecular selection for Indonesian Merino cross sheep.
Impact of Fixation of Camel Lymph Node Cells on Marker Expression Stability in Flow Cytometry
Authors: Al-Sukruwah Mohammed Ali ,   Department of Microbiology, College of Veterinary Medicine, King Faisal University, Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia, Althagafi Hind , Al Abdulsalam Najla K , Hussen Jamal
Published: July 2024

Single cell immunophenotyping by flow cytometry has proven a useful and high sensitive method for the analysis of immune cell composition and phenotype in different lymphatic and non-lymphatic tissues. Fixation of stained cells is usually recommended when the cells need to be preserved for later analysis by flow cytometry to avoid changes in cell morphology and expression of the level of cellular antigens. In the present study, a stain-fix approach was used in combination with flow cytometry to investigate the impact of fixation of camel lymph node cell suspension (n = 5 camels) after labeling with monoclonal antibodies to some leukocyte antigens on their cellular composition and expression density of immune cell markers. The obtained results indicated that camel lymph node cell suspension stained with fluorochrome-conjugated mAbs to leukocyte antigens and fixed with paraformaldehyde (PFA) will keep stable values for their immune cell composition for at least six days when analyzed by flow cytometry. However, if cell subsets were to be identified, fixation may result in different values that were obtained when analyzing fresh stained unfixed cells. Especially the instability in the fluorescence intensity of CD14, CD172a, and MHCII will lead to significant changes in the frequency of monocyte subsets (classical versus intermediate or non-classical) and the identification of macrophage functional subtype (M1 versus M2). Similarly, the instability in CD44 expression may affect the identified phenotype of T cells with significantly lower frequency of activated T cells. In conclusion, flow cytometric data collected from stained and PFA-fixed cell suspension prepared from camel lymph nodes should be interpreted with care if the functional subtype of cells is to be identified based on surface molecule expression.
Pathogenic and Antibiotic-Resistance Genes of Pasteurella multocida Isolated from Goats in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam
Authors: Nguyen Thuong Thi , Nguyen Vy Ly Phuong , Truong Trung Thanh , Nguyen Chi Thi Hanh , Nguyen Thuan Khanh
Published: July 2024

Pasteurella multocida (P. multocida) is one of the predominant pathogens that mostly cause respiratory diseases in domestic animals, such as goats. To determine P. multocida serotypes and the prevalence of pathogenic and antibiotic-resistance genes the PCR method was used. A total of 143 isolated P. multocida strains were collected from 289 healthy hybrid Boer-Saanen goats’ nasal samples in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam, from March to June 2023. A total of 143 P. multocida strains, serotype B accounted for the highest proportion (51.05%), followed by serotype A (14.69%), and the lowest was serotype E (0.70%) while (39.86%) of strains could not be determined serotypes. Among the six virulence genes surveyed, the sodA gene (56.64%) had the highest presence, while the ompH gene (4.20%) had the lowest presence. Pathogenic genes were present mainly in serotypes A and B; tbpA was frequently detected in serotype A (66.67%), and sodA was commonly detected in serotype B (56.16%). There were 14 virulence gene combinations in 59/109 (54.13%) serotyped P. multocida strains, and the pattern of sodA + toxA + tbpA was prevalent at the highest rate (12.84%). Moreover, among the eight investigated antibiotic resistance genes, the sulII gene had the highest presence rate (74.13%), compared to the tetA gene with the lowest presence rate (13.29%). Gene sulII was mainly detected on strains belonging to serotypes A (80.95%), B (83.56%), and F (77.78%). A total of (77.98%) of serotyped P. multocida strains indicated multi-harbor from two to six antibiotic-resistance genes, and the most common pattern was aadB + sulII (10.09%). The prevalence of five pathogenic P. multocida serotypes harboring diverse antibiotic-resistance genes isolated from nasal samples could be a critical issue in treating and preventing the respiratory diseases caused by P. multocida in goats in the Mekong Delta.
Internal Conflict of Syria in The Construction of Al-Jazeera
Authors: Dermawan Windy , Nurrohman Nugrah , Akim
Published: July 2024

This study aims to analyze Al-Jazeera's contribution on the dynamics of the internal conflict in Syria. The method used in this study is qualitative descriptive method with Nicholas Onuf's constructivism approach. Researchers collected primary data by interviewing a number of relevant informants and secondary data through documentation studies, archival, document-based research, and internet-based research. This study found that the media not only functions as a monitor, but can also be used as a driving force by state actors. In addition, it was found that there were actions taken by al - Jazeera as an agent and information service provider which encourages the Syrian people to move and ultimately stimulates the internal conflict between the Syrian regime and the Syrian people. This study has limitation in concern to the dynamics of the conflict in the Middle East extensively, which also participate to provide settings to the internal conflict in Syria. However, this study is able to contribute to the development of the repertoire of International Relations Studies, especially in the understanding of the contribution of global media to the socio-political dynamics of a country.
Building hybrids between higher education and society
Authors: Jaldemark Jimmy , Håkansson Lindqvist Marcia , Mozelius Peter , Öhman Peter
Published: July 2024

In this study, the changed context for higher education institutions is analysed through the lens of various approaches to collaboration between higher education institutions and society. Three different approaches are discussed: the ivory tower, the factory, and the network. Although these approaches differ, higher education institutions are complex organisations and can embrace a mix of approaches. Nevertheless, depending on the approach applied, this impacts how collaboration between higher education institutions and organisations in society plays out. The study contextualised these approaches in a joint higher education-industry project focusing on developing work-integrated learning (WIL) in a Business Administration program. WIL should embrace practice-based pedagogical methods and strategies by integrating theoretical knowledge in the workplace. To achieve WIL, a network of stakeholders needs to be engaged actively in practice-based activities. The study aimed to report preliminary results from a higher education work-integrated learning project. The following research question was posed: How can higher education institutions, together with organisations in society, apply a networked approach to work-integrated learning? Thus, this paper contributes to knowledge regarding the networked aspects of the design and development of a preliminary framework, including the following themes: Exchanges of experiences and knowledge, Guest lecturers and Bring-Your-Own-Data (BYOD) assignments. These themes manifest a networked WIL framework as a hybrid between higher education and society. First, the networks of experiences and knowledge within academia merge with those of experiences and knowledge in society. Between these two, a hybrid networked work-integrated framework links higher education and society. Second, the same can be said to be true for guest lecturers. Here, guest lecturers became a link between higher education and society and therefore merge the two networks of learning through information and knowledge exchange. Third, BYOD assignments provided further manifestations of a networked WIL framework. Authentic data from the workplace meet the theories of higher education and a hybrid is created. When practice meets theory, they, too, become a link between higher education and society.
Enhancing online learning environments through real-time social presence dashboards
Authors: Norz Lisa-Maria , Schmelzer Dorothea , Ammenwerth Elske
Published: July 2024

Online learning is promoted to play a pivotal role in the future of education, necessitating a focus on student engagement and interactivity as essential components for successful online educational environments. Social presence, as a construct capturing these social aspects, is extensively recognized, and investigated within the realm of education and widely shaping the online learning experience. However, a crucial gap remains in the absence of a real-time measurement of social presence.Drawing from prior research, this study identifies indicators derived from social network analysis as promising metrics for assessing social presence in online learning environments. What remains unclear is the means to effectively convey this information to instructors, enabling them to enhance the educational online experience. To address this gap, we conducted focus groups involving seven experts in online education and pedagogical expertise.Our findings reveal that the development of a social presence dashboard holds immense potential for enriching the online teaching experiences through the utilization of these identified indicators. Furthermore, incorporating additional visualizations and graphical representations with such dashboards can equip online instructors with the necessary insights to foster social interactions and capture real-time social dynamics within online courses.However, the implementation of such dashboards necessitates a careful consideration of important ethical and practical considerations, including informed consent procedures, student monitoring practices, and adherence to ethical standards. This research contributes valuable insights into the ongoing discourse on improving online education by leveraging technology to enhance social presence and pedagogical effectiveness.
The transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence for Education
Authors: Bezzina Stephen , Dingli Alexiei
Published: July 2024

Education today faces a range of challenges, but also unique opportunities, vis-à-vis the evolution of digital technologies. Traditional teaching methods struggle to meet the diverse needs of students, as classrooms comprise learners at different levels. The Education AI project represents an initiative aimed at integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the classroom to address the diversity of students and the challenges faced by traditional teaching methods. The project's core objective is to enhance student learning outcomes by providing an adaptive and personalised learning experience, thereby making education more equitable and effective. This paper evaluates the project's impact on student learning, teacher workload, and its broader applicability in education. The study's methodology combines quantitative and qualitative data, employing a mixed-methods approach to provide a comprehensive analysis of the Education AI system's effectiveness. Preliminary findings indicate a notable improvement in student performance, particularly among low and medium-performing students, with quantitative data revealing an average improvement of 23% in assessments for low-performing students. The system's user-friendly interface, gamified elements, and immediate feedback mechanisms have been well-received, with a majority of students reporting enhanced engagement and understanding of mathematical concepts. Teachers have also reported positive experiences, highlighting the system's role in reducing their workload and facilitating personalised and adaptive teaching and learning. Qualitative feedback from interviews with teachers and students provides further insights into the system's impact, emphasising its varied and engaging question types, adaptivity, and the shift from paper-based to digital learning. The feedback also reveals a desire for expansion to other subjects and enhancements in the system's analytics for more targeted support.The Education AI project demonstrates the transformative potential of AI in the classroom, with significant improvements in student performance and positive reception from both students and teachers. The study highlights the importance of addressing technical challenges and expanding the system's capabilities for broader application. The project offers valuable insights into the future of education, where technology and human expertise converge to create a more personalised, adaptive engaging, and effective learning experience for all students. This initiative, underpinned by the transformative potential of AI for education, aims and informing and guiding future innovations in educational technology.
Digital Inequalities and Student Engagement in Higher Education
Authors: Cheng Yutong
Published: July 2024

During the COVID-19 pandemic, education systems worldwide were forced to shut down and transition to online learning. While distance learning and digital technology offer a practical solution to mitigate the negative effects of university closure, there is also a risk of exacerbating the pre-existing digital disparities by reducing opportunities for those from less privileged backgrounds. China, as one of the first education systems to experience system-wide closure during the COVID-19 crisis, adopted emergency online learning, following a policy entitled Suspending Classes Without Stopping Learning. In the past three years, we have witnessed a growing number of studies on students’ online learning experiences. However, most of these studies have focused on a behavioural perspective which centres on student behaviour and effective institutional practices, thereby neglecting the exploration of broader sociocultural contexts that may influence student experiences. Moreover, the majority of empirical studies have laid particular emphasis on quantitative measures of student engagement through large-scale surveys, while very limited studies have explored in-depth factors that influence student engagement. This short paper offers a brief overview of an ongoing research project that focuses on exploring the day-to-day digital practice of students in two different types of universities in China. Adopting a digital ethnographic approach including visual methods, online observations, semi-structured interviews and comparative ethnographic analysis, this study aims to provide a detailed qualitative understanding of student experiences working with digital technologies in both research-oriented universities and teaching-oriented universities. Throughout the theoretical discussion of different approaches to digital inequalities, this paper hopes to stimulate thinking about the forms of the digital divide that might exist in higher education and ultimately contribute to both academic and policy debates on the subject. By exploring the different meanings of student engagement, this paper exhibits some of the challenges and issues relating to conceptualising and measuring student engagement in the digital age. It is hoped that this paper will bring insights into reframing and conceptualising student engagement from a socio-material perspective that moves away from the dominance of behavioural and quantitative studies. The finding of this study will contribute to providing a nuanced understanding of the relationship between initial socioeconomic inequalities, differences in student engagement and resulting inequalities in post-higher education, which will potentially inform future educational practitioners and scholars alike in developing effective strategies to enhance student learning experiences in the digital sphere.
Postcolonial Entry Points into Networked Learning
Authors: Oztok Murat
Published: July 2024

It would be overly simplistic to assume that these collaborative pedagogical approaches function uniformly across diverse student cohorts. Postcolonial theory can provide a framework to systematically investigate dynamics that potentially generate differentiated experiences or outcomes within networked learning spaces. This research delves into the pervasive influence of Western-centric discourse within online postgraduate education, shedding light on its dual impact of colonising both knowledge and identities. While networked learning promises a collaborative and inclusive educational paradigm, it becomes evident that the dominance of Western cultural norms acts as a powerful agent of colonisation, silencing non-Western perspectives and erasing their voices in the digital realm. This perpetuates historical colonial power imbalances, thus extending colonial legacies into the landscape of networked learning. The study unearths three critical entry points to this discourse, each of which amplifies the nuanced challenges posed by colonial dynamics in networked learning. First, it elucidates the reinforcement of dominant discourses, revealing how networked learning, when devoid of critical oversight, risks sustaining Western-centric narratives and structures, thereby overshadowing subaltern perspectives. This phenomenon mirrors the experiences of participants and exacerbates colonial knowledge hierarchies. Secondly, the research uncovers the marginalisation of subaltern voices within networked learning. Power imbalances within the network, if left unaddressed, can compel subaltern participants to conform to dominant discourse, leading to unequal engagement. These circumstances closely resemble the experiences reported by participants, highlighting the perils of marginalisation and the need for redress. Thirdly, the study illuminates the unsettling imbalance in knowledge sharing, reflecting the concerns raised by participants. Networked learning may inadvertently exhibit knowledge-sharing disparities, with subaltern voices contributing disproportionately while dominant discourses remain unchallenged. This dynamic impedes the network's potential to facilitate a diverse and enriched exchange of knowledge. The research underscores the pressing importance of explicitly addressing these challenges in networked learning practices. Failure to do so risks the unintentional perpetuation of colonial discourses, hindering the transformative potential of networked learning. By acknowledging these postcolonial entry points and enacting measures to rectify them, networked learning can overcome exclusionary dynamics and more effectively challenge and dismantle colonial legacies, thereby advancing a more inclusive, equitable educational landscape for all stakeholders and providing a comprehensive solution to the complex issue at hand.