bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Impact of Periodontal Health on the Risk of Cardiac Conditions: Common Factors and Preventive Strategies
Authors: Yanza Freire Jonathan Armando , Peñarreta Quezada Santiago Xavier , Criollo Proaño María Gracia , Paredes Cabezas Deysi Paulina
Published: December 2024

The study investigated the relationship between oral diseases, particularly periodontal diseases, and cardiovascular diseases. A literature review was conducted using the PRISMA method, analyzing 15 articles published between 2018 and 2023 in databases such as PubMed, Scielo, and Scopus. The results highlighted a significant correlation between chronic periodontal disease and an increase in cardiovascular risk factors, such as systemic inflammation. Additionally, six fundamental causes of oral diseases were identified and evaluated using Fuzzy Cognitive Maps, which established causal relationships between these causes and cardiovascular complications. The study concluded that effective management and treatment of oral health could reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases, emphasizing the importance of prevention in high-risk patients. It was recommended to implement a preventive and early intervention plan to improve oral health and thus mitigate associated cardiovascular complications
Internal and external factors driving the evolution of the Bacterial Resistance Landscape
Authors: Moscoso Silva Mónica Viviana , Culqui Molina Washington Paúl , Chacón Llagla Heidy Elena , Landeta Valladares Steven Luis
Published: December 2024

Bacterial resistance to antibiotics is a growing public health challenge, influenced by mechanisms such as the production of hydrolytic enzymes, modification of active sites and decreased permeability in bacteria. Based on a SWOT analysis, significant internal deficiencies in the training of health professionals and the lack of adequate technologies to diagnose resistance were identified, contributing to the prevalence of resistant infections. Additionally, lax policies on antibiotic use exacerbate the problem. On the other hand, there are strengths such as the presence of advanced surveillance and diagnostic systems, along with educational initiatives and laboratories dedicated to research. Opportunities include access to rapid diagnostic technologies and research funding that can accelerate the response to this crisis. However, threats such as self-medication and the use of counterfeit antibiotics persist due to distribution problems. It was concluded that it is crucial to implement strategies that enhance continuous training, promote the use of advanced diagnostic technologies, and strengthen research for the development of new treatments. The success of these strategies will depend on a combination of educational policies, technological improvements and stricter controls on the distribution of antibiotics to minimize the risks associated with bacterial resistance
The Role of the Volksraad in the Dutch East Indies Period
Authors: Simarmata Diva Nancy Audissa , Simanjuntak Duana Angel , Simarmata Rendi Rianto , Sinaga Rosmaida
Published: December 2024

This article reviews the role of the Volksraad, the people’s representative body during the Dutch East Indies government.  Through a historical overview, this article discusses how the Volksraad influenced Dutch colonial policy and its relationship with political dynamics and aspirations of indigenous people.  Analysis was carried out on the role of the Volksraad in the context of colonial politics and social changes at that time.  By understanding the role of the Volksraad, this article aims to provide insight into the political and social dynamics of the Dutch East Indies.  The method used is literature with collect research materials in the form of books and relevant scientific articles.  The results of the research show how the Volksraad was born and its role in the Dutch East Indies government in Indonesia
Development of Individual Language Ability in View of Self-Ability in Early Childhood
Authors: Lesmana Gusman , Ramadhani Layla Suci , Farhan Irfan , Deliati Deliati , Rahayu Eni
Published: December 2024

The purpose of this article is to provide information related to the topic of development in children which includes physical and mental aspects. One aspect of mental development in children is language development. From an early age, children's language skills must be trained and honed properly because when used as a tool, it is basically an expression of thoughts and feelings that are carried out well, because with language people can know their needs well. Children learn language like they learn other things, namely by imitating and repeating the words used by adults. The research technique used in writing this article is literature study, namely by researching and understanding books, documents or other written sources that are relevant and support the study of language development which is supported by clarification of survey results and random field observations in Medan City. Language development in early childhood must be stimulated from an early age because the role of language is very important for human life in interacting with each other. Factors that influence language development: 1) Health, 2) Intelligence, 3) Social status, 4) Gender, 5) Family relationships.
Analysis of the Use of Toba Batak Traditional Games as BIPA Learning Media
Authors: Simanjuntak Citra Riskya , Putri Najwa Sabrina , Sitorus Intan Sri Devi , Banawati Natasya , Silalahi Joy Firdaus , Harahap Safinatul Hasanah
Published: December 2024

Media is not only a tool to convey material, but also a means that facilitates a more interactive and interesting learning process. Many learning media provided can be applied by educators, one of which is learning media based on traditional Batak Toba games. Therefore, this study discusses the use of traditional Batak Toba games as a BIPA learning medium. The problem in this study is the type of game found in the Batak Toba community, how to use games in the Batak Toba community and the types of games of the Batak Toba community. This study aims to find out the benefits of the traditional game of Batak Toba as well as the types of games in traditional games in Batak Toba. The method used in analyzing this research problem is a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. The types of traditional Toba Batak games are, Mardideng, Pocak Piring, Marsigala, Marroda (hide and seek), and Marsitukkel (engrang). Based on the research conducted, it can be concluded that the traditional Batak Toba game can be used as a learning medium for BIPA teaching. The benefits found from the game from the Batak Toba community are increasing learning motivation, increasing understanding of the material, and interactive learning.
The Influence of Interpersonal Intelligence on PPKN Learning Outcomes of Grade X Students of SMA Negeri 2 Pangkatan, Labuhanbatu Regency
Authors: Fitriani Nur , Adi Panggih Nur , Saragih Siti Zahara , Rohana Rohana
Published: December 2024

The aim of this research is to determine the influence of interpersonal intelligence on PPKn learning outcomes for class X students at SMA Negeri 2 Pangkatan Kab. Labuhanbatu. The type of research used in this research is quantitative research. Quantitative data was used to see how much influence interpersonal intelligence has on the PPKn learning outcomes of class X students at SMA Negeri 2 Pangkatan Kab. Labuhanbatu. The total population is all class X students of SMA Negeri 2 Pangkatan Kab. Labuhanbatu as many as 157 people. The sampling technique uses a formula from Slovin. Based on the Slovin formula, for a population of 157, and a degree of error d of 0.05, the research sample size was 113 people. Based on the results of data analysis, it can be seen that the correlation coefficient (r) is 0.536 and the determination coefficient (r2) is 0.288. Based on the results of data calculations, it is known that the correlation coefficient is 0.536, this means that the interpersonal intelligence variable (X) has a positive effect on the PPKn learning outcomes of class X students. The better the interpersonal intelligence, the better the PPKn learning outcomes of class Regency. Labuhanbatu
Efficiency of Newton Polynomial Interpolation Method in Determining Stock Price Movements in a Certain Time
Authors: Tampubolon Bungaria , Tarigan Febry Vista Kristen , Daulay Nurfitri Humayro , Hani Aulia
Published: December 2024

This research evaluates the efficiency of the Newton polynomial interpolation method in predicting stock price trends from historical data. The study was conducted using Microsoft stock price data according to Nasdaq for the period 4 November to 29 November 2024. This method creates an example of a polynomial based on divided disparities to describe patterns stock price convoy. The calculation results show that Newton interpolation is able to form stock price predictions with good accuracy, for example the stock price prediction in the 20 off index is $417.05, which is close to the historical data trend. The graph obtained also illustrates the mathematical interaction between the free index and stock prices visually. However, the accuracy of predictions is largely determined by the amount and quality of data used. Therefore, Newton's interpolation can be used as a a simple and efficient analytical tool, especially when applied in conjunction with other methods to deal with the complexity of the stock market.
A Well-Written Analytical Procedure for Regulated HPLC Testing
Authors: Dong Michael W.
Published: December 2024

This paper describes the content of a well-written analytical procedure for regulated high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) testing. A stability-indicating HPLC assay for a drug product illustrates the required components for regulatory compliance, including additional parameters to expedite a laboratory analyst’s execution.
What’s New in Reversed-Phase Liquid Chromatography Selectivity? An Update from the Perspective of the Hydrophobic Subtraction Model
Authors: Stoll Dwight R.
Published: December 2024

It has been more than five years since the last update in this column on the evolution of the Hydrophobic Subtraction Model (HSM) of reversed-phase selectivity and characteristics of new stationary phases recently characterized using the model. In this time, nearly 50 new columns have been added to the public HSM database, and new perspectives on the limitations and use of the model have been published. In this installment, I discuss the continuing evolution of the model, and characteristics of the recently added columns, with an eye toward use of this information for troubleshooting and method development.
LITERATURA, MEMÓRIA DA DITADURA E O FANTASMA DO AUTORITARISMO
Authors: Freire José Carlos
Published: December 2024

O artigo tem como objetivo apresentar os traços gerais sobre a literatura de memória da ditadura no contexto de 2010 a 2016, momento em que se realizam os trabalhos da Comissão Nacional da Verdade. O percurso metodológico consiste em partir de uma abordagem conceitual, seguida de um levantamento geral de romances mais relevantes do período proposto para que, por fim, analisemos uma obra em particular. Dessa forma, faremos, no primeiro tópico, uma discussão conceitual sobre memória, articulando trabalhos teóricos sobre o tema; no segundo tópico, apresentaremos um conjunto de romances escritos entre 2010 e 2016 e que tratam sobre o tema da ditadura; no terceiro tópico destacaremos, como obra referencial do período analisado, o romance K. Relato de uma busca (2011), de Bernardo Kucinski. No último tópico apontaremos algumas notas sobre o contexto contemporâneo a partir da discussão feita nas partes anteriores, concluindo a nossa discussão pela importância da literatura como exercício de memória da ditadura, sobretudo em tempos nos quais o fantasma do autoritarismo insiste em nos assombrar.
PENGARUH KARAKTERISTIK PENGGUNA JASA PELAYANAN KESEHATAN TERHADAP PERSEPSI MUTU PELAYANAN KESEHATAN DI RUMAH SAKIT
Authors: Agustiningsih Ida , Andriani Ririn
Published: December 2024

Pelayanan kesehatan yang berkualitas adalah pelayanan kesehatan yang peduli dan terpusat pada kebutuhan, harapan, serta niai-nilai pelanggan sebagai titik tolak penyediaan pelayanan kesehatan dan menjadi persyaratan yang harus dapat dipenuhi agar dapat memberikan kepuasan kepada masyarakat sebagai pengguna jasa pelayanan. Rumah sakit sebagai salah satu fasilitas pelayanan kesehatan, harus mampu memberikan pelayanan kesehatan yang bermutu kepada setiap pengguna jasa pelayanan kesehatan. Ketika kondisi ini terjadi, maka secara tidak langsung persepsi mutu pelayanan kesehatan yang dimiliki oleh pengguna jasa pelayanan kesehatan juga akan mengalami peningkatan. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh karakteristik pengguna jasa pelayanan kesehatan terhadap persepsi mutu pelayanan kesehatan di Rumah Sakit Siti Khodijah Muhammadiyah Cabang Sepanjang Sidoarjo. Desain penelitian yang digunakan adalah metode kuantitatif dengan pendekatan cross sectional. Pengumpulan data penelitian dilakukan menggunakan survei analitik. Variabel dalam penelitian ini adalah karakteristik pengguna jasa pelayanan kesehatan dan mutu pelayanan kesehatan rumah sakit. Analisis data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah analisis univariat, bivariat dan multivariat dengan regresi logistik berganda. Dari hasil penelitian yang dilakukan menunjukkan bahwasanya usia pengguna jasa pelayanan kesehatan (p value; 0,023), jenis kelamin pengguna jasa pelayanan kesehatan (p value; 0,039), kepesertaan jaminan kesehatan pengguna jasa pelayanan kesehatan (p value; 0,019), dan aktivitas pekerjaan pengguna jasa pelayanan kesehatan (p value; 0,021) memiliki pengaruh terhadap persepsi mutu pelayanan kesehatan di Rumah Sakit Siti Khodijah Muhammadiyah Cabang Sepanjang Sidoarjo. Mutu pelayanan kesehatan yang ditampilkan oleh petugas kesehatan dan petugas non kesehatan di rumah sakit, pada dasarnya mencerminkan kualitas pelayanan yang dimiliki oleh rumah sakit. Semakin tinggi kualitas pelayanan yang dimiliki oleh rumah sakit, maka secara tidak langsung persepsi positif akan terbangun pada setiap pengguna jasa pelayanan kesehatan rumah sakit itu sendiri
EFEKTIVITAS PEMBERIAN AIR SEDUHAN TEH HIJAU (Camellia Sinensis) DAN AIR REBUSAN JAHE PUTIH TERHADAP PERUBAHAN TEKANAN DARAH PADA LANSIA PENDERITA HIPERTENSI
Authors: Sulistyani Anis , Widyaningrum Dian Anisia
Published: December 2024

Penatalaksanaan hipertensi pada lansia secara prinsip tidak berbeda dengan hipertensi pada umumnya. Terapi nonfarmakologi menjadi alternatif menurunkan tekanan darah dengan mengonsusi seduhan jahe hijau dan rebusan jahe putih. Tujuan penelitian untuk mengetahui Efektivitas Pemberian Air Seduhan Teh Hijau Dan Air Rebusan Jahe Putih Terhadap Perubahan Tekanan Darah Pada Lansia Penderita Hipertensi. Penelitian ini menggunakan jenis kuantitatif dengan rancangan. Quasy experiment (Two Group Pre Test-Post Test Design) Jumlah sampel 36 dengan tehnik sampling yang di gunakan adalah Purposive Sampling, Dibagi menjadi kelompok seduhan teh hijau dan rebusan jahe putih. Analisis data menggunakan Uji Wilcoxon dan Uji Mann-Whitney. Hasil uji Wilcoxon pada seduhan teh hijau diperoleh ρ-value 0,000 untuk tekanan sistolik dan tekanan diastolik 0,000 (< 0,05), sedangkan pada rebusan jahe putih diperoleh ρ-value 0,000 dan tekanan diastolik 0,001 (< 0,05), berarti ada pengaruh pemberian air seduhan teh hijau dan air rebusan jahe putih terhadap perubahan tekanan darah pada lansia penderita hipertensi. Hasil uji Mann-Whitey diperoleh ρ-value tekanan sistolik sebesar 0,095 dan tekanan darah diastolik di peroleh ρ-value 0,106, berarti tidak ada perbedaan efektifitas seduhan teh hijau dan rebusan jahe putih dalam menurunkan tekanan darah sisitolik dan diastolik. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian menunjukkan pemberian teh hijau dan jahe putih berpengaruh terhadap penurunan tekanan darah, namun tidak terdapat perbedaan tekanan darah antara kedua kelompok
Overweight Divisible Loads: Permit Administration and Impact on Indiana’s Road Infrastructure and Safety
Authors: Labi Samuel , Dunlop Steven R. , Brady Jr. Thomas F. , Mwamba Isaiah C. , Thakkar Dutt J. , Ramachandran Sandeep , Edwards Burklund , Cherian Rohan , Chung Li Maria Alicia
Published: December 2024

Indiana’s House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1190-2021 was implemented in January 2022 to address concerns regarding the overweight (OW) loading behavior of the freight transportation industry and OW permitting. The Act required the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) to adopt emergency rules and a fee structure for the interim period. At the start of the interim period (which is still ongoing at the time of this writing), the permit fee was increased from 7 cents/Equivalent Single Axle Load (ESAL)-mile to 25 cents/ESAL-mile. INDOT commissioned the current study to provide specific information about the effects of the Act on OW permit and revenue trends, infrastructure, and safety. The study results suggest that the Act caused an increase in the number of permits issued and permit revenue; a decline in the average Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) and ESALs; but no significant impact on pavement and bridge damage or safety at the permitted routes. The Act helped to close the gap between OW-induced infrastructure consumption and revenues from OW-induced fuel-tax revenue overall. It also closed the gap between OW-induced infrastructure consumption and permitting revenues for non-interstate OW operations. Feedback from freight transportation industry representatives indicated a strong propensity to help protect the infrastructure via axle addition, particularly with incentives. Overall, the Act’s evaluation indicated no significant adverse impact on permit volumes and revenues, and most importantly, on infrastructure and safety. As such, the study results suggest that there is no need for any further adjustments in the OW divisible load permitting fee structure. In addition, efforts to further encourage responsible loading behavior—such as fee discounts or credits to encourage ESAL addition and travel at specific road classes at certain times of the year—could be pursued.
Addressing the Demographic Crisis in a Collective Fashion
Authors: Biazon Rodolfo
Published: December 2024

The population of the Philippines, at an annual growth rate of 2.36%, reached 80 million in 2003 and is expected to double within 29 years if this rate does not decline. While the model of demographic transition predicts that all countries will, over time, go through the four demographic transition stages, it is recognized that the Philippines is now in a demographic crisis that needs urgent solutions to ensure the survival of future generations. The paper describes the current realities regarding population pressures in terms of poverty, unemployment, malnutrition, environmental degradation, land conversion, urbanization, low economic growth, and increasing overseas employment of Filipinos. The need for a relevant population policy that integrates the variables of population, health, and environment is underscored. The paper also describes the proposed Integrated Population and Development Act filed in the Congress of the Philippines.
Using the Capabilities Approach to Analyze Access to Information and Communication Technologies by the Poor
Authors: Alampay Erwin
Published: December 2024

The capabilities approach has been utilized to analyze access to information and communication technologies (ICTs) such as radio, telephone (both landline and mobile), computer, and email in Puerto Princesa City, Palawan. This study showed that radio and TV are still the most accessible, although access to cellular or mobile phones is rapidly increasing. The young, the highly educated people in urban areas, and those with higher incomes are the most likely beneficiaries of access to ICTs. The study also revealed no significant difference between women and men’s use of cell phones and computers, and knowledge about email. The use of ICT was shown to be influenced largely by perceptions of how relevant they are in the users’ lives. Further, educational attainment influences positive perceptions on their need and usefulness. Lastly, the study showed that people set priorities based on their own set of values and understanding of what is important in their day-to-day lives.
Women, Migration, and Reintegration
Authors: Dizon-Añonuevo Estrella , Añonuevo Augustus
Published: December 2024

The paper reports on the action research on the Social Cost of Migration and Possibilities for Reintegration conducted by Atikha-Balikabayani. The research was conducted among migrant women in Hong Kong and Italy and their families in San Pablo City, Laguna, and Mabini, Batangas.
The objectives of the action research were: 1) to assess the impact of migration on migrants, their families, and communities, and 2) to mobilize the various stakeholders to work together and craft a comprehensive OFW Reintegration Program.
The research showed that despite years of hard work, the majority of the migrant women do not have substantial savings and have no immediate plans of returning home for good. It was also noted that husbands of migrant women are unable to take on the "feminine responsibility" of managing the household. Migrant returnees had difficulty in adjusting to the estranged relations with their children and husbands and the lack of economic opportunities in the Philippines.
To enable the OFWs to rejoin their families and maximize the gains from migration, the various stakeholders must provide community-based assistance. The psychosocial and economic preparation of the OFWs for their eventual return must be addressed.
VULNERABILIDADE NATURAL E AMBIENTAL NO MUNICÍPIO DE ASSÚ/RN
Authors: Araújo João Paulo Rodrigues , Grigio Alfredo Marcelo , Pereira Neto Manoel Ciricio
Published: December 2024

Nas últimas décadas, a exploração contínua e intensiva dos recursos naturais do semiárido brasileiro tem levado à extensa degradação ambiental. A avaliação da vulnerabilidade ambiental surge como uma abordagem valiosa para compreender o potencial e as limitações das regiões naturais. Neste contexto, o objetivo deste estudo é analisar a vulnerabilidade natural e ambiental do município de Assú, no Rio Grande do Norte, identificando áreas com diferentes graus de instabilidade ecodinâmica. A metodologia empregada tem como base a Teoria Ecodinâmica de Tricart (1977), e a sua adaptação por Crepani (2001) e Grigio (2008), para a avaliação e levantamento das áreas no município de Assú. A maior parte do território apresenta vulnerabilidade natural média (84,2%), seguida por áreas de alta vulnerabilidade (12,3%) e baixa vulnerabilidade (3,5%). Em relação à vulnerabilidade ambiental, predominam áreas de média vulnerabilidade (49,4%), seguidas por áreas de alta vulnerabilidade (35,4%) e baixa vulnerabilidade (15,1%). A aplicação desta metodologia, por meio do uso de indicadores, demonstrou ser eficaz para a compreensão das questões relacionadas à vulnerabilidade natural e ambiental na área de estudo. A análise das áreas naturais e sua respectiva vulnerabilidade é essencial para a promoção de estratégias de conservação e manejo sustentável dos recursos.
CONEXÕES GEOGRÁFICAS
Authors: Soares Rafael Santiago , Teixeira Rodrigo Corrêa
Published: December 2024

O artigo aborda a necessidade de repensar o conceito de região diante dos processos de totalização social e da mobilidade geográfica em meio à reestruturação produtiva. Destaca-se a importância de analisar as redes urbanas como organizadoras das regiões e a complementaridade das conexões geográficas nesse contexto. A globalização econômica desafia a interpretação dos estudos regionais, exigindo uma abordagem que considere a mobilidade e os fluxos entre lugares. A redefinição da continuidade e contiguidade espacial é essencial para compreender as interações entre diferentes escalas e dimensões do espaço. A proposta de conceber as regiões como conectores por meio de redes inter-regionais amplia a compreensão das relações espaciais contemporâneas. O artigo busca avançar no entendimento dos fenômenos regionais, valorizando as diversidades territoriais e as relações de poder na construção social das regiões, contribuindo para uma visão mais abrangente e dinâmica da organização espacial.
CARACTERIZAÇÃO ESPAÇO-TEMPORAL DOS EXTREMOS PLUVIOMÉTRICOS EM MINAS GERAIS
Authors: Matsuoka Jaqueline Vicente , Ferreira Vanderlei de Oliveira , Rofatto Vinicius Francisco
Published: December 2024

Eventos climáticos extremos têm causado as principais catástrofes naturais dos últimos anos, como temperaturas extremas, secas e inundações. Esta pesquisa visa avaliar o desempenho de dois métodos estatísticos para caracterizar a distribuição espaço-temporal da frequência e intensidade de extremos de precipitação em Minas Gerais: a técnica do percentil convencional e a técnica de Block Maxima (BM). A pesquisa mostrou que os percentis diários convencionais revelam padrões sazonais e tendências climáticas, fornecendo uma análise granular, mas podem subestimar a frequência de eventos extremos mais intensos. Em contraste, os percentis com base nos BM focaram nos blocos de máximos mensais e anuais dos dados diários, destacando mudanças na intensidade e frequência de eventos extremos, eliminando ruídos de dias sem chuva e capturando anos e meses com maior sensibilidade. Na análise espacial, os percentis de BM destacam regiões com precipitação de grandes magnitudes superiores ao que já se considera extrema e que podem causar desastres ainda mais graves em relação à técnica convencional. Ou seja, a técnica do BM mostrou uma sensibilidade superior na identificação de extremos de grandes magnitudes, essencial para o planejamento de infraestrutura e na mitigação de desastres. A combinação de ambos os métodos oferece uma análise mais robusta e consistente na identificação de locais com potencial de grandes desastres, além de servir como base para estudos mais aprofundados em relação ao tempo de recorrência e análise de tendências com maior precisão e consistência. Esses resultados são cruciais para desenvolver estratégias eficazes de mitigação e adaptação.
QUAIS OS LIMITES DA SEGREGAÇÃO SOCIOESPACIAL?
Authors: Simões Matheus Batista , Anjos Kainara Lira dos , Barros Filho Mauro Normando Macêdo
Published: December 2024

Este artigo busca investigar a diferenciação socioespacial em Zonas Especiais de Interesse Social (ZEIS) com relação ao seu entorno, considerando inserções em áreas centrais e periféricas. O estudo contemplou Campina Grande, segunda cidade mais populosa da Paraíba. A análise introduz contribuições metodológicas quanto à obtenção, sistematização de dados espaciais e a associação espacial desses a uma grade de células quadrangulares. Análises discriminantes foram realizadas para identificar quais variáveis são mais capazes de diferenciar as ZEIS entre si e entre os seus entornos. Os resultados apontaram que a segregação socioespacial se manifesta em múltiplas dimensões. Concluiu-se que a relação das ZEIS com a cidade que o cerca é fundamental no processo de compreender possíveis formas de segregação na microescala, além de subsidiar políticas de planejamento.
PANORAMA DAS OUTORGAS DE USO DE ÁGUAS SUBTERRÂNEAS NA ÁREA DE ABRANGÊNCIA DA SUPRAM CENTRAL METROPOLITANA, MINAS GERAIS
Authors: Silva Marcos Vinícius Gomes da , Lopes Frederico Azevedo , Cota Guilherme Eduardo Macêdo , Magalhães Junior Antônio Pereira
Published: December 2024

O estudo sobre as implicações ambientais dos usos das águas subterrâneas é, ao mesmo tempo, essencial e desafiador em função, dentre outros, das dificuldades de monitoramento em relação às águas superficiais. O principal mecanismo de gerenciamento da extração de recursos hídricos subterrâneos é a outorga de direito de uso das águas, abrangendo as dimensões quantitativa e qualitativa dos recursos. Neste contexto, este trabalho buscou avaliar a evolução do número de outorgas no período entre 2001 e 2021, com o objetivo de verificar se a frequência de pedidos de outorgas subterrâneas tem aumentado, especialmente em reconhecidos períodos de escassez hídrica superficial, na área de abrangência da SUPRAM Central Metropolitana. A pesquisa foi baseada a partir de dados das outorgas subterrâneas, disponíveis na plataforma IDE – SISEMA. Para a identificação de períodos de escassez hídrica, foram utilizados dados extraídos da plataforma de Banco de dados meteorológicos do INMET, bem como publicações correlatas acerca da situação de escassez hídrica superficial no referido período. Os resultados mostram que houve um aparente aumento na procura por águas subterrâneas entre os anos de 2015 e 2021, período que conteve vários anos de reconhecida redução da disponibilidade hídrica superficial. O setor que proporcionalmente mais demandou águas subterrâneas no período foi a agropecuária, com um aumento de 16,64% para 20,34% no número de pedidos de outorga.
BREVE REFLEXÃO SOBRE AS DINÂMICAS SOCIOECONÔMICAS DOS CATADORES DE MATERIAIS RECICLÁVEIS EM UM BRASIL NO CENÁRIO PÓS-PANDEMIA
Authors: Cruz Uilmer Rodrigues Xavier da , Garcia Ricardo Alexandrino
Published: December 2024

O presente artigo analisa o papel crucial dos catadores de materiais recicláveis na dinâmica da reciclagem de resíduos sólidos no Brasil. A partir de uma revisão bibliográfica, destaca-se a complexidade das relações entre os catadores, as políticas ambientais e a indústria de reciclagem. Examina-se como esses trabalhadores enfrentam estigmatização e condições precárias, enquanto desempenham um papel fundamental na coleta seletiva, triagem e comercialização de resíduos. Além disso, discute-se o impacto da Política Nacional de Resíduos Sólidos e seu papel na integração dos catadores na gestão compartilhada. Buscou-se compreender as características socioeconômicas, condições de trabalho e acesso a benefícios desses profissionais. A pergunta-problema que orienta o estudo é: "Qual é o perfil atual dos catadores de materiais recicláveis no Brasil?". Os objetivos incluem a identificação de características, a avaliação de condições de trabalho, a quantificação da renda e a análise geográfica da representatividade dos catadores. Este trabalho é relevante para orientar políticas públicas e promover o reconhecimento da importância dos catadores na construção de uma sociedade mais sustentável.
Mapping Land Use and Assessing Coastal Urbanization Impacts: A Case Study in Tangier Northern Morocco
Authors: Hadek Ali , Wahbi Miriam , Sebbah Boutaina , Maatouk Mustapha , Boulaassal Hakim , El Kharki Omar , Alaoui Otman Yazid
Published: December 2024

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Tangier, one of Morocco’s largest coastal cities strategically located between two maritime boundaries, has undergone significant transformations, particularly through the revitalization of its port area, leading to the establishment of a coastal path and waterfront. Given this context, conducting large-scale, precise spatiotemporal analysis and land-use classification is crucial for fostering Tangier’s sustainable development. In this paper, a random forest algorithm was utilized to map land use changes in Tangier city using Landsat images, which has led to the generation of land use maps of the city from 2000 to 2023. The results show high accuracy in identifying land-use classes with an overall accuracy of 96% and a kappa coefficient exceeding 0.96. Moreover, the spatiotemporal analysis revealed notable changes:  built-up land and forested areas increased by 124.55% and 41.11%, respectively, while maritime water areas decreased by 5%, and vegetation areas experienced a 30% decrease, on the other hand. The techniques presented in this study contribute to enhancing the precision of land-use classification within the complex environment of Tangier. They provide valuable technical support for conducting natural resource surveys and promoting sustainable regional development in the city.
Criminal Law Protection as a Component of Environmental Security: A Modern Dimension
Authors: Anisimova Hanna , Haltsova Viktoriia , Volodina Oksana , Orobets Kostiantyn , Osadcha Anna
Published: December 2024

Ensuring a stable environmental situation and safety is an important task for many countries. And Ukraine is no exception. Prior to the full-scale invasion, active steps were being taken to improve the legal mechanisms for regulating the environmental and legal relations, including criminal law enforcement. The armed conflict between Russia and Ukraine made its own adjustments, not only bringing detrimental consequences for the entire population and threatening the existence of the statehood, but also halting the processes of improving the environmental situation. This is the reason for the relevance of this article, as the impact of hostilities on the environmental situation is difficult to assess given the number of weapons, vehicle exhausts, and the use of chemicals thattogether pollute water resources, soil, and air, as well as cause massive forest fires, destroy natural ecosystems, landscape and biodiversity and threaten nuclear safety. Thus, the purpose of the study is to analyze the state of modern environmental threats and their impact on ecosystems, citizens and public environmental interests, to study the existing legal framework for criminal liability for environmental offences and to identify priority areas for improving the situation with environmental safety and criminal law protection as its component. To achieve this purpose, the following methods of scientific knowledge were used: the method of system analysis, the method of synthesis, formal legal and dialectical methods, as well as methods of analysis of legal documents. As a result, scientifically significant conclusions were drawn on the issues outlined, and recommendations were made for potential improvement of the current environmental situation..
Advancing Chemical Safety, Climate Resilience, and Circularity in Construction Sector
Authors: Tonderski Andrzej , Frammler Heidrun , Schmitz Lucas
Published: December 2024

The construction industry is a major contributor to na­tional gross domestic product (GDP) in the Baltic Sea Region, but at the same time it contributes to en­vironmental degradation due to hazardous chemicals, carbon emissions, and excessive waste. Many studies indicate that indoor air pollution, caused by chemicals in building materials, is a significant health.
Project "Reducing hazardous substances in construction to safeguard the aquatic environment, protect human health and achieve more sustainable building" (Non­HazCity 3) integrates efforts to reduce these impacts by promoting non-toxic, climate-resilient, and circular prac­tices throughout the building lifecycle, aligning with the goals of the European Green Deal. Central to NonHazCity 3’s approach is the strategic development of criteria for “tox-free, circular, and climate-friendly build­ings” tailored to decision-making processes at public authority levels. The project particularly focuses on pro­curement as a key instrument, helping municipalities de­fine and enforce criteria for selecting safer materials and products in construction and renovation projects.
Cultural Heritage vs. National Heritage: The Case of the Ethnographic Museum in a Culturally Diverse Society
Authors: Yafa Markovich Dalya
Published: December 2024

The processes of constructing the cultural heritages of non-hegemonic ethnic groups that form part of the modern nation state entail a dynamic negotiation that exists in an asymmetrical forcefield. In light of this ongoing “cultural work”, the chapter examines the case study of ethnographic museums representing non-hegemonic Jewish ethnic groups that emigrated to the state of Israel from Arab/Muslim countries (“Mizrahim”). In particular, the analysis follows the journey undertaken by Mizrahi ethnic communities to preserve their cultural heritage, as part of the national narrative and cultural heritage shaped by Jewish ethnic groups that emigrated to the state of Israel from Europe (“Ashkenazim”). The ways in which a non-hegemonic ethnic cultural heritage takes shape in the context of a hegemonic ethnic-national cultural heritage turn the spotlight on the tension between ethnicity and nationality, hegemony and margins, uniformity and multiplicity that are part of nation states in the late modern era.
ZnO Nanoparticles as a Catalyst for Water Purification
Authors: Basit Maryam , Aftab Akram Muhammad , Saleem Mohsin , Javed Sofia , Koh Jung-Hyuk
Published: December 2024

The organic pollutants in industrial water require an effective and environment friendly approach to degrade. The major concern of textile industry is the synthetic dyes. Dyes are carcinogenic persistent organic pollutants and pose a huge threat to the aquatic life, hence destroying the ecosystem. The transition metal oxides are used as the photocatalyst to degrade them effectively at low cost. ZnO NPs has outstanding properties such as cost effectiveness, non-toxicity, structural variations, and capability of complete mineralization of organic pollutant making them ideal candidate for the photocatalytic degradation. However, the limiting factor of ZnO is the constrained photocatalytic reduced in visible light. This chapter investigates conventional and modern synthesis techniques with their consequent effects on the crystal growth, band gap, surface area, particle size, morphology, and the effect on the photocatalytic activity. This chapter discusses in detail the impact of doping with different elements, semiconductors, and supporting materials with the insight of the photocatalytic mechanism. Moreover, the degradation of azo dyes under visible light is studied. The parameters such as catalyst dose, radiation source, dye concentration, redox reaction duration, rate of reaction, and kinetics of photocatalytic activity have been studied in detail. The chapter also gives the insight into the current challenges and future prospectives of ZnO as a photocatalyst.
Čeština pohledem jazykových influencerů
Authors: Láznička Helena , Láznička Michal
Published: December 2024

The emergence and spread of social media made it possible for a large number of language users to enter into various metalinguistic interactions, including those previously controlled predominantly by language experts. An example of this is what we call language influencers, i.e. users who write posts about the Czech language and its usage. While such users lack an institutional authority, their activity has a substantially large reach and they can thus interact with language users in lieu of traditional linguistic authorities. We present a first characterization of the activities and topics of such profiles. We analyzed 312 posts of the profiles Červená propiska (Instagram), Češtinářské špeky (Facebook), and Jazykovědma (Twitter/X) with regards to the topics of their posts and user engagement in terms of numbers of comments and likes. Whereas Červená propiska is concerned primarily with orthographic rules and the use of correct (i.e. standard Czech) variants, the other two profiles combine such language-management posts with edutainment in the form of fun facts, typically opaque etymologies. The most liked posts have such edutainment form, while the most commented posts discuss language problems which regular users have direct experience with. We interpret the activities of these profiles as representing an alternative to the official language regulator, while implicitly spreading and strengthening the standard language ideology.
Popularizační dialog českých bohemistů s jejich čtenáři v průběhu tří čtvrtin století
Authors: Hoffmannová Jana
Published: December 2024

The article builds on existing definitions of the popularizing style and investigates how the main features of this style are realized in short texts popularizing Czech linguistics and linguistic findings about Czech. The paper is based on texts by Czech linguists throughout the last 75 years: 23 books published since 1948 and 330 contemporary texts published by the scholars of the Czech Language Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences in various newspapers and magazines. It focuses on genre characteristics of these texts, most often referred to as “jazykové koutky” (literally “language corners”), but also as columns, glosses, feuilletons, reflections or essays – i.e., genres that are similar in their hybrid nature and informal expression. The stylistic analysis focuses on the dialogical nature of these texts, on the contact between the author and the reader, as projected into the texts. The results of a comparison between older popularization texts (roughly from the second half of the 20th century) and the most recent texts, from 2019–2024, are also presented: in the most recent texts, subjectivization, individualization, emphasized contact, and bringing authors closer to their intended readers come to the forefront significantly, while at same time the entertainment value, playfulness, and wittiness increase.
Krátké žánry (drobnosti, sloupky, koutky, "rady") v bulharské jazykovědné popularizační tradici
Authors: Tomov Milen
Published: December 2024

The article examines collections of various short language genres published in Bulgaria from the second half of the 20th century to the present day. A chronological and typological classification of the collections is presented, and a formal and general content characterization is made of this type of published series in the Bulgarian linguistic literature. The dynamics is traced of the compilation and publication of collections, and it is found that collective volumes have been decreasing over time and currently only collections by individual authors continue to be published, while at the same time their publication is shifting towards the Internet. From the review of the published collections it can be concluded that the linguist with the greatest presence and influence as an author of short language genres and with published book collections of advice on language is currently Prof. Vladko Murdarov, who is a scholar of the older generation. The article provides material enabling comparative research in the field of language cultivation and linguistic popularization.
Dampak Kebijakan Keuangan Islam terhadap Stabilitas Sistem Keuangan Global
Authors: Judijanto Loso , Rizani Ahmad
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini menganalisis dampak kebijakan keuangan Islam terhadap stabilitas sistem keuangan global dengan pendekatan bibliometrik. Keuangan Islam, yang berlandaskan prinsip syariah seperti larangan riba, penghindaran gharar, dan berbagi risiko, menawarkan alternatif yang etis dan stabil dibandingkan sistem keuangan konvensional. Melalui analisis data dari basis data terkemuka, penelitian ini mengidentifikasi tren penelitian, kolaborasi antar-negara, dan fokus utama literatur, termasuk inovasi teknologi seperti Islamic fintech dan kontribusi terhadap keberlanjutan. Temuan menunjukkan bahwa instrumen keuangan Islam, seperti sukuk dan wakaf, memainkan peran penting dalam mendukung stabilitas dan keberlanjutan sistem keuangan. Negara-negara seperti Malaysia dan Indonesia menjadi pusat penelitian utama, dengan kolaborasi yang kuat secara internasional. Meskipun terdapat tantangan seperti harmonisasi regulasi dan literasi keuangan yang rendah, keuangan Islam tetap relevan sebagai solusi dalam menghadapi krisis global. Penelitian ini merekomendasikan penguatan regulasi global, peningkatan literasi keuangan Islam, dan eksplorasi lebih lanjut terkait inovasi teknologi untuk mendukung pengembangan keuangan Islam di masa depan.
Bibliometric Analysis on Environmentally Conscious Generation
Authors: Judijanto Loso , Nofirman Nofirman , Muhtadi Muhamad Ammar
Published: December 2024

The growing influence of environmentally conscious generations, particularly Generation Z, has become a pivotal area of research in the context of global sustainability. This study employs bibliometric analysis to systematically map the academic landscape surrounding this field, analyzing keywords, thematic clusters, and temporal trends from scholarly literature published between 2000 and 2023. The findings reveal that sustainability and environmental education are central themes, with strong connections to innovative approaches such as game-based learning and digital advocacy. Generation Z emerges as a key driver of environmental consciousness, leveraging digital platforms to amplify awareness and action. However, the analysis also identifies gaps, including the limited integration of technical solutions, such as renewable energy technologies, with behavioral and educational themes, and a lack of intersectional approaches to examining cultural and socioeconomic influences. This study underscores the need for interdisciplinary collaboration to advance the discourse on environmentally conscious generations and offers a roadmap for future research and practical applications in education, policy, and resource management.
Princípios para práticas educativas transmídia sob a perspectiva do modelo dos letramentos acadêmicos
Authors: Silva Alana Silveira da , Fischer Adriana , Pottmeier Sandra
Published: December 2024

Este artigo busca discutir princípios para práticas de letramentos com transmídia sob a perspectiva do modelo dos letramentos acadêmicos. Como práticas de letramentos envolvendo múltiplas linguagens (multimodais) podem contribuir com o desenvolvimento da leitura e da escrita de estudantes no Ensino Superior? Deste modo, realizou-se uma metanálise qualitativa de 20 artigos da base de dados Web of Science. Na plataforma, foram utilizados os seguintes critérios: data de publicação entre 2017 e 2021, artigos disponíveis na coleção principal, com acesso aberto, e os termos transmedia e education na busca dos assuntos para a seleção do corpus da pesquisa. Os dados demonstraram que para produzir práticas educativas com transmídia é necessário criar materiais didáticos que deem suporte aos professores, atividades que propiciem o diálogo com diferentes vozes e gêneros discursivos direcionados para o letramento acadêmico. Assim, considera-se que são necessárias formações continuadas para professores e produção de material didático, vislumbrando atividades pedagógicas com tecnologias, transmídia, plataformas de mídia, dentre outros, em contextos formais de ensino.
Notes on the ecological distribution of the myxomycete Arcyria globosa
Authors: Stephenson Steven L. , Rollins Adam W. , Win Ko Ko Thida , Darrah Randy G.
Published: December 2024

Prior to the virtual elimination of American chestnut (Castanea dentata) from the forests of eastern North America by the chestnut blight fungus, Arcyria globosa was commonly found on old chestnut burs that had fallen to the ground. The association of this myxomycete with chestnut burs was not absolute, but occurrences on other substrates appear to have been rare. During field collecting carried out in a forest in northern Thailand, it was noticed that old fallen cupules (burs) of Castanopsis indica often had scattered fruiting bodies of A. globosa present. Castanea and Castanopsis belong to the same family (Fagaceae) and produce spiky cupules that are rather similar morphologically. As such, A. globosa appears to display a particular affinity for the cupules of Castanopsis in the same manner as it does for Castanea. The basis for this seemingly remarkable ecological distribution is not known.