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Enhancing Ecological Education: Utilizing Agent-Based Modeling to Simplify the Impacts of Deforestation on Amphibians
Authors: Otálora-Low Martín , Urbina-Cardona Nicolás , González-Méndez Mauricio
Published: November 2024

Understanding how deforestation and changes in habitat boundaries affect biodiversity is essential for developing conservation solutions. These topics are central to biology and ecology programs, where students learn to apply their knowledge in real-world conservation efforts. Higher education plays a crucial role in strengthening this understanding, particularly in life sciences programs. Given the complexity of ecological processes in altered landscapes, agent-based modeling provides an interactive and engaging way to simplify and visualize the effects of land use changes. In this study, we integrate Amazonian anurans, highly sensitive to temperature and humidity fluctuations, with an Agent-based model to simulate the impacts of deforestation, habitat restoration, and land abandonment on species survival and movement. Their ectothermic nature and dependence on pulmocutaneous respiration make them especially vulnerable to the drier and more variable conditions caused by deforestation. Integrating this model into conservation biology courses has enhanced learning by encouraging independent exploration, both in and out of the classroom. This tool, an agent-based model, is particularly suited for university-level ecology and conservation courses, and can also serve as an effective awareness tool in environmental education and decision-making workshops, highlighting the negative effects of human-made habitat changes on biodiversity.
5-6 Yaş Çocuklarının Okula Hazırlık Becerileri ile Sosyal Yetkinlik ve Duygu Düzenleme Becerileri Arasındaki İlişkinin İncelenmesi
Authors: Sezgin Acar Şeyda , Sezer Türker
Published: November 2024

Bu araştırmanın amacı, küçük çocukların okula hazırlık becerileri ile sosyal yetkinlik ve duygu düzenlemeleri arasındaki ilişkiyi incelemektir. 5-6 yaşında toplam 183 çocuğun katılımıyla gerçekleştirilen araştırma, ilişkisel tarama modelinde tasarlanmıştır. Veri toplama sürecinde "Kişisel Bilgi Formu", "Marmara İlköğretime Hazır Oluş Ölçeği", "Duygu Düzenleme Ölçeği" ve "Sosyal Yetkinlik ve Davranış Değerlendirme-30 Ölçeği" kullanılmıştır. Elde edilen verilerin dağılımı incelenmiş ve normal dağılımdan sapan verilerin analizi için non-parametrik testlerden yararlanılmıştır. Bulgular, okula hazırbulunuşluk ile sosyal yetkinlik ve duygu düzenleme arasında pozitif ve anlamlı bir ilişki olduğunu göstermiştir. Ayrıca, okula hazırlık becerilerine en fazla katkı sağlayan değişkenin sosyal yetkinlik ve duygu düzenleme becerisi olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Diğer yandan, anksiyete/içe dönüklük ve değişkenlik/olumsuzluk değişkenleri okula hazırlık için risk oluşturan faktörler olarak belirlenmiştir. Araştırma, yaş değişkeninin okula hazırlık, sosyal yetkinlik ve duygu düzenleme becerilerini etkilemediğini göstermiştir. Ancak, kız çocuklarının okula hazırlık, duygu düzenleme ve sosyal yetkinlik düzeylerinin erkek çocuklardan daha yüksek olduğu bulunmuştur. Elde edilen sonuçlar, mevcut literatür bağlamında detaylı bir şekilde tartışılmıştır.
Bibliometric Analysis of Scientific Studies Performed with Mathematical Modelling
Authors: Boran Elif , Korkmaz Güler Nezihe , Tarım Kamuran
Published: November 2024

This bibliometric study analyzes scientific publications in mathematical modeling to identify trends and key contributors. While research showed an upward trajectory over the past decade, a decline since 2018 was noted, primarily in English publications. Internationally recognized institutions lead in contributions, often published by major publishers. The study offers a broad overview, potentially guiding future research. Distribution analysis considers contributions and country trends, with the United States leading but notable input from China, Indonesia, and Spain. Citation networks among authors and their affiliated institutions demonstrate frequent collaboration. In conclusion, this study illuminates research dynamics in mathematical modeling, laying groundwork for future endeavors.
Postnatal Outcomes in Cases of Prenatally Detected Dilated Fetal Bladder
Authors: Jack Bocock , Panicos Shangaris , Massimo Garriboli , Srividhya Sankaran
Published: November 2024

Objectives: To explore the long-term outcomes in foetuses presenting with an enlarged bladder antenatally. Methods - Design: A retrospective cohort study was conducted over a 15-year period between 2003 and 2018. Setting and participants: Foetuses suspected to have enlarged bladders antenatally were included. Outcome measurements and statistical analysis: Analyses were done based on the trimester the enlarged bladder was detected, live births, terminations, surgical interventions, creatinine levels and bladder measurements post-delivery, and subsequent health outcomes. Results: From the 50 foetuses identified prenatally, detections were as follows: first trimester (9 cases), second trimester (30 cases), and third trimester (11 cases). There were 14 terminations (28%), 5 stillbirths (10%), and 31 live births (62%). Among the terminated and stillbirth/neonatal death cases, the most frequent diagnosis in males was PUV (57%). Two female foetuses were terminated due to lumbosacral spina bifida and sacrococcygeal teratoma obstructing the ureters, respectively. In surviving males, PUV was predominant (48.3% of 29 males). In five cases megacystis had resolved by birth, including one following in-utero surgery. Among the two female cases, one issue was resolved by birth, and the second had bilateral ureteroceles. Post-birth, surgical intervention was needed in 61% of males and 50% of females. The commonest surgery was ablation of posterior urethral valves. The median age for surgery was 1.5 months with a median follow-up of 4 years and the longest follow-up of fourteen years. Six children had no postnatal renal or urological follow-up. The mean peak creatinine level was 132, dropping to 47 in the latest measurement. Half of the patients with pathology evident at birth exhibited abnormal bladder function. There was one neonatal death. Three patients necessitated a kidney transplant due to chronic kidney disease. Conclusion: Foetuses diagnosed with an enlarged bladder in the second trimester most frequently had the posterior urethral valve as the underlying cause. For patients continuing the pregnancy, most had live births. About 1 in 10 posterior urethral valve survivors developed chronic kidney conditions, leading to a renal transplant.
Stereotaxic Injection by Iontophoresis v2
Authors: Institute for Brain Science Allen
Published: November 2024

This protocol describes the delivery of a neuronal tracer using the iontophoretic method. The surgery uses a stereotaxic system to target specific brain coordinates in the mouse. Note: Research reported in this publication was supported by the National Institute Of Mental Health of the National Institutes of Health under Award Number U19MH114830. The content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of the National Institutes of Health.
Stereotaxic Injection by Nanoject Protocol v2
Authors: Institute for Brain Science Allen
Published: November 2024

This protocol describes the delivery of a neuronal tracer using the Nanoject II. The surgery uses a stereotaxic system to target specific brain coordinates in the mouse. Note: Research reported in this publication was supported by the National Institute Of Mental Health of the National Institutes of Health under Award Number U19MH114830. The content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of the National Institutes of Health.
shifting identity of a first-year class in Practical Theology
Authors: Nell Ian
Published: November 2024

I started 2020 with 130 first-year students enrolled for Practical Theology and Missiology at the Faculty of Theology, Stellenbosch University, South Africa. The students represent twenty different denominations, 75 percent of the students are black, coloured, and Indian (BCI) and 25 percent are white. Ten years ago, the same first-year class consisted of thirty students, of whom 95 percent were white and almost all were part of the Reformed tradition. The shifting identity of the class over a decade inevitably led me to reflect deeply on what I teach them (curriculum) and how I facilitate the learning process (pedagogy). I also had to pay close attention to decolonization and contextualization because of the #feesmustfall-movement. The basic research question of this contribution is therefore: How does one reflect on the shifting identity of a first-year class and how does one decolonize a first-year module in Practical Theology and Missiology in South Africa? In order to answer the research question, the article takes the following steps: first, aspects of the changed context and shifting identity will be discussed and second, attention will be given to what is meant by decolonization, with specific reference to the curriculum. Third, the focus will be on a proposed curriculum that uses a theo-dramatic approach in conversation with the movie Son of Man. Fourth, I reflect on the learning process (pedagogy) and how it also contributed to a shift in my own identity.
STYLISTIC DIFFERENTIATION OF UKRAINIAN-LANGUAGE TEXTS BY PARTS OF SPEECH (EXPERIMENTAL LINGUISTIC AND STATISTICAL STUDY)
Authors:   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine, Darchuk Nataliia , Zuban Oкsana ,   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine
Published: November 2024

Вackground. The article describes an experimental linguistic and statistical study of the functional and authorial styles of the Ukrainian language, the formation of a statistical apparatus, and the application of statistical methods in establishing style-distinguishing features of Ukrainian-language media texts based on frequency dictionaries of parts of speech from the Ukrainian Language Corpus and the results of the TextAttributor 1.0 system (http://ta.mova.info). The article's authors are members of the development team of both information systems. Methods. The study used the method of modeling the stylometric structure of the text, the Student's t-test, comparative analysis of empirical data with a confidence interval for the mean square deviation, and the method of graphical representation of the stylometric model. Results. Using the automated tools of the Ukrainian Language Corpus, we calculated absolute and relative frequencies of parts of speech in Ukrainian-language texts, and the statistical behavior of parts of speech was analyzed in terms of relative frequency in functional styles (fictional prose (~ 55 million word usages); media style (~ 40 million word usages)), as well as in 8 text samples of media texts from authorial Telegram channels. The Student's t-test demonstrated that the statistical characteristics of parts of speech could serve as differential probabilities of an author's style. Additionally, the article characterizes a dynamic stylometric model implemented in the TextAttributor 1.0 system. This model attributes media texts based on 18 statistical parameters, 8 of which distinguish the part-of-speech statistical structure of the text. The obtained results indicate that the empirical statistical data of parts of speech, compared with the confidence intervals of the Ukrainian language media style, determine the individual stylistic manner of the author. Conclusions. The linguistic and statistical experiment convincingly shows that parts of speech form the statistical structure of the text, which varies depending on the functional or authorial style. The multi-parameter part-of-speech model substantiated in the study allows each examined text to determine which statistical parameters are neutral and which are differential stylometric probabilities. This model can be a benchmark for linguistic and statistical analysis of texts in other languages.
The potential utility of synovial C-reactive protein, interleukin-6, and presepsin in diagnostics of periprosthetic joint infection
Authors: Lyubimova Lyudmila V. , Pavlova Svetlana I. , Nikolaev Nikolay S. , Lyubimov Evgeniy A. , Pchelova Nadezhda N. , Emelianov Vladimir Y.
Published: November 2024

Background. Diagnostics of infectious complications in joint replacement surgery remains a significant challenge, particularly when microbiological analysis of biological material fails to reveal pathogen growth.
The aim of the study was to determine threshold values for C-reactive protein, interleukin-6, and presepsin levels, and to assess their diagnostic value in detecting periprosthetic joint infection.
Methods. A prospective cohort single-center blinded study was conducted involving cases of revision arthroplasty for periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) and aseptic prosthetic loosening. The study included 66 patients divided into two groups: Group I (n = 17), with confirmed PJI using the 2018 ICM criteria, and Group II (n = 49), with aseptic prosthetic loosening. Synovial fluid samples were subjected to bacteriological and cytological analysis, measuring levels of C-reactive protein (CRP), presepsin, and interleukin-6 (IL-6). ROC analysis, sensitivity, specificity, accuracy, and threshold values were determined for laboratory data.
Results. The highest diagnostic accuracy in distinguishing between PJI and aseptic loosening was observed in the leukocyte count in synovial fluid (AUC 0.928; 95% CI: 0.837-0.977, p0.0001). Elevated synovial CRP levels were associated with infection, with an AUC of 0.776 (95% CI: 0.656-0.870, p = 0.0004), and IL-6 had an AUC of 0.712 (95% CI: 0.583-0.820; p = 0.0048). Presepsin levels, however, showed no significant difference between groups (AUC 0.582; 95% CI: 0.453-0.703; p = 0.3344). Threshold values were set at 5.6 mg/l for CRP, 1212.0 pg/ml for presepsin, and 988.5 pg/ml for IL-6. Sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy for PJI diagnosis were determined for CRP at 62.5%, 85.7%, and 80.0%; for IL-6 at 87.5%, 63.0%, and 69.4%; and for presepsin at 43.8%, 79.6%, and 70.8%, respectively.
Conclusion. In cases where synovial leukocyte counts are at borderline levels, the additional assessment of synovial fluid cellular composition and simple, cost-effective markers such as synovial CRP and IL-6 may be recommended to confirm PJI.
Potential use of radiation methods for diagnosing bone metastases of castration-resistant prostate cancer: a literature review
Authors: Karpova Anastasia A. , Sergeev Nikolay I. , Borisova Olga A. , Nikitin Pavel A. , Fomin Dmitriy K. , Solodkiy Vladimir A.
Published: November 2024

Metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC) is the tumor progression with the development of resistance to androgen deprivation therapy. The incidence of bone metastases in these patients reaches 90%. Radiology is widely used to diagnose mCRPC. Computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are beneficial in anatomic imaging, but have some limitations in evaluating effectiveness of disease treatment. Scintigraphy is used to screen for bone metastases, but is poorly suited for assessing disease progression. Positron emission tomography (PET) combined with CT and single-photon emission CT are used for early detection of local or systemic spread of prostate cancer. PET of prostate-specific membrane antigen is used to predict the effectiveness of anti-tumor therapy based on the absorbed dose of a radiopharmaceutical (RP). The introduction of RPs (177Lu-PSMA) opens up new perspectives for radionuclide therapy with simultaneous evaluation of its efficacy using hybrid visualization. The potential use of radiology in the diagnosis of bone metastases is of particular interest for the analysis and systematization of the data obtained and for the development of indications for radioligand therapy and the evaluation of its efficacy.
Published data indicate that radiologic modalities for the diagnosis of mCRPC vary in sensitivity and specificity and have their own advantages and limitations, so these modalities should be combined.
The development and improvement of methods to quantitatively assess treatment efficacy and identify prognostic markers will enable more informed selection of treatment strategies and radiopharmaceuticals, leading to improved overall survival.
Ultrasound in in vitro fertilization programs
Authors: Kirakosyan Evgeniya V.
Published: November 2024

Currently, increasing attention is being paid to the value of ultrasound as an integral part of in vitro fertilization programs, which determines the relevance of the topic of this review. This review analyzes the main studies published in recent years and attempts to identify the leading method for assessing ovarian reserve and predicting in vitro fertilization outcome, which remains controversial. The paper evaluates advantages and limitations of two-dimensional and three-dimensional transvaginal ultrasound methods for counting ovarian follicles. Ultrasound characteristics of the endometrium and blood flow parameters in the uterine arteries are presented as possible predictors of the outcome of in vitro fertilization programs. The current options for transabdominal oocyte aspiration for in vitro fertilization programs are presented. The analysis of literature data concluded the high informational value of ultrasound for in vitro fertilization programs.
Digital stethoscope: a new era of auscultation
Authors: Garanin Andrey A. , Aydumova Olesya Y. , Rubanenko Anatoly O. , Bibikova Elena G.
Published: November 2024

The article reviews modern electronic and digital stethoscopes. The publications of the last 10 years were analyzed using eLIBRARY.ru, PubMed, Google Scholar with “аускультация” (“auscultation”), “электронный стетоскоп” (“electronic stethoscope”), “цифровой стетоскоп” (“digital stethoscope”), and “телемедицина” (“telemedicine”) keywords. New ways to auscultate using digital stethoscopes were considered. Products from the most popular manufacturers were briefly characterized. Improved functionality and versatility of a digital stethoscope (ability to evaluate heart, lung, bowel, and other organ sounds), noise reduction and sound filtering make digital stethoscopes an even more attractive tool. If these challenges are met, a digital stethoscope will undoubtedly become an indispensable tool in the diagnosis, monitoring and treatment of diseases and in patient self-monitoring. Telemonitoring of patients with cardiovascular and respiratory diseases is a promising area of application for modern models of digital stethoscopes. Auscultation is especially important to evaluate changes during long-term follow-up, for early detection of complications and decompensated chronic non-infectious diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asthma, myocardial infarction, etc.
OPTIMIZATION OF LIGHTING FOR TRUCK WITH LIFTING PLATFORM MP13
Authors:   Technical university of Kosice, Faculty of Manufacturing Technologies, The Department of Automobile and Manufacturing Technologies, Ropovik R. , Hatala M. ,   Technical university of Kosice, Faculty of Manufacturing Technologies, The Department of Automobile and Manufacturing Technologies, Dobransky J. ,   Technical university of Kosice, Faculty of Manufacturing Technologies, The Department of Automobile and Manufacturing Technologies
Published: November 2024

Fuel economy and improved vehicle safety are key to the modernisation of cars. With more vehicles on the road, efficient lighting is essential. LED vehicle lighting technology offers energy savings, improves fuel consumption, extends service life and reduces service costs, making it a popular choice for higher-end vehicles. Improved brightness in low visibility reduces driver reaction times. This study investigates a lighting retrofit for an MP13 lift truck and its effect on alternator loads. The results show significant improvements in brightness, energy consumption and lifetime compared to conventional bulbs. Strategically placed LED lights improve safety and reduce engine load, especially when the platform is stationary.
Prácticas docentes en materia de competencia comunicativa que facilitan la inclusión de niños y niñas en situación de vulnerabilidad
Authors: Castillo-Mardones Pamela Soledad , Villalobos-Muñoz Katherine , Gràcia-Garcia Marta
Published: November 2024

Classroom diversity, as a space oriented to the full development of its learners requires various inclusive practices that bridge gaps and favor collaborative and respectful work, thus promoting a democratic and dialogic space. This article seeks to describe the communicative teaching practices that favor inclusion in elementary classrooms in Chile, by identifying their effect on the students from the perspective of teachers. To achieve this objective, a two-phase study was carried out: 123 teachers from different regions of Chile participated in the first phase responding to a quantitative instrument; 21 teachers participated in the second phase through a semi-structured interview. The main findings are related to teaching strategies, not very intentional although systematic, but which comply with the diversity, evaluation and self-evaluation components, and also favored the students’ protagonism in their learning process.
situación laboral en Colombia según orientación sexual de las personas ocupadas
Authors: Ramoni Perazzi Josefa , Guerrero Rincón Isaac , Ruiz Herrera Freddy Jesús
Published: November 2024

Este estudio busca analizar cómo la orientación sexual incide en la probabilidad de empleo de las personas en Colombia haciendo uso de la Gran Encuesta Integrada de Hogares 2022. A fin de determinar la porción de la brecha atribuible a discriminación por orientación sexual, la probabilidad de empleo previamente estimada a partir de modelos probit se descompone usando los métodos de Oaxaca-Ransom y Yun. La incidencia de empleo informal es mayor entre personas con sexualidad diversa. En promedio, las remuneraciones son mayores y menos dispersas entre hombres cis heterosexuales, mientras que en mujeres cis no se observan diferencias con respecto a su contraparte homosexual. La tasa de desempleo entre heterosexuales es 4 puntos porcentuales inferior, excepto en mujeres. El diferencial a favor de los heterosexuales podría ser incluso peor de no existir cierta ventaja en algunas características laborales en el grupo de personas sexualmente diversas, como por ejemplo la educación. La población con sexualidad diversa se enfrenta a espacios con conductas que crean una estructura de mercado laboral excluyente. En términos generales, las diferencias observadas en la probabilidad de acceso al mercado laboral tienen un importante componente atribuible a factores no observados, incluyendo la discriminación. No se encuentra evidencia de doble discriminación por origen, etnia o condición de campesino. Esta situación se da en Colombia no obstante la existencia de políticas públicas destinadas a disminuir las brechas de desigualdad por discriminación en todos los ámbitos, incluyendo el laboral.
Changing Workplace Relations and Sites of Belonging in Swedish University Administration
Authors: Öborn David Regin
Published: November 2024

Based on a mixed-methods case study, this article explores the impact of formal affiliations and informal associations in professional organizations, relating these questions of belonging to workplace dynamics and collectives. Using the experience of departmental administrators within a Swedish university as an ideal case to investigate the formal and informal connections at work, this article argues that a multiplicity of belongings within organizations brings strain and opportunities, altering the relations at work. The study contributes to discussions on belonging and social relationships at the workplace level by applying the concept of belonging to different sites in the organization. It suggests that sites of belongings within organizations can serve as a discrete concept, useful for adding insights into the dynamics of work organizations.
Çoklu acil olaylarda elektronik olay yönetim sisteminin kullanılması ne kadar etkin?
Authors: Türe Eda , Oruç Muhammet Ali , Görgün Selim , Özgen Emre , Güzel Murat
Published: November 2024

Amaç: Olay Yönetim Sistemi (OYS), olağanüstü durumlarında sağlık hizmetlerinin koordinasyonunu sağlamak amacıyla acil servislere müracaat eden/nakledilenlere ait verilerin anlık olarak Sağlık Afet ve Koordinasyon Merkezinde (SAKOM) toplanması amacıyla kurulan veri akış sistemidir. Bu çalışmada amacımız, çoklu acil olaylarda OYS’nin sağlık hizmetlerine etkisi, acil durumlardaki veri akışını ve toplu can kaybı olayları ile ilgili verileri analiz etmektir.
Gereç ve Yöntemler: Çalışmamızda 2018-2023 yılları arasında acil servise başvurup SAKOM tarafından olay afet bilgisi oluşturulması sonucu OYS’ye kaydedilen 313 hastanın verileri retrospektif olarak incelendi.
Bulgular: Hastaların ortalama yaşı 29,7±17,6 idi, %57.8 i erkek hasta idi, %50,5’i 18-44 yaş aralığındaydı ve %31,3’ü 18 yaş altı idi. %88,5’i sivil vatandaştı ve %9,3’ü yabancı uyrukluydu.
Başvuruların %60,1’i Nisan–Eylül dönemi içindeydi, %35,8’i saat 08-16 diliminde yapılmıştı. Hastaların en sık başvuru nedenleri trafik kazası (%32,9), gıda zehirlenmesi (%22,4), karbonmonoksit (CO) zehirlenmesi (%19,2), Trafik kazası dışı yaralanma olayı (%14,8), sivil çatışma ve silahlı saldırı olayı (%2,6) idi ve bu beş neden tüm nedenlerin %91,9’unu oluşturmaktaydı. Olguların beşi (%1,6) ölümle sonuçlandı. Gıda zehirlenmesi nedeniyle başvuranların oranları 12-17 ile 18-44 yaş gruplarında diğer yaş gruplarına göre anlamlı yüksek bulundu (p
Patient-based outcomes of slipped capital femoral epiphysis after treatment with in-situ percutaneous fixation
Authors: Tshepang Phiri , Anthony Robertson , Dina Simmons
Published: November 2024

Introduction: Percutaneous in situ fixation with a single screw is regarded as safe and remains the gold standard of treatment for slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE). However, reliance is based on subsequent remodeling of the femoral neck. Healing in a non-anatomic position may predispose the patient to femoral-acetabular impingement (FAI) and degenerative arthritis of the hip. Consequently, some surgeons advocate for surgical hip dislocation and reduction of severe SCFE. This study aimed to assess patient-based outcomes after in situ pinning.

Methods: Twenty-six patients (36 hips) with SCFE treated at our institution between 2011 and 2016 were included in this retrospective study. Patients with less than two years’ follow-up and those without prior radiographs were excluded. Hips were radiologically classified into three groups: mild, moderate, and severe SCFE. Outcome measures included a modified Harris Hip Score and Visual Analogue Pain Score.

Results: There were no cases of avascular necrosis in both mild and moderate slips treated with in situ pinning. Only one avascular necrosis (AVN) was reported out of eleven severe slips (9.1%). This is significantly lower than previous studies that evaluated in situ pinning in severe slips. In addition, one FAI case developed in eleven severe slips (9.1%).

Conclusion: Our results suggest that in situ percutaneous pinning is safe and has a low complication rate. High patient satisfaction in pain and function suggests that remodeling is effective regardless of the severity of the slip.
Relations Between the Holy See and Lithuania: A 100-Year History
Authors: Šinkūnas Haroldas , Isokaitė-Valužė Indrė
Published: November 2024

The Article provides the analysis of the relations of the Holy See and the Republic of Lithuania from the beginning of the State’s independence until the current period. At the outset, the authors give an overview of different stages and key legal issues of the development of the said relations. Further, the research deals with typical provisions and specific features of a concordat as an international agreement. The following part of the article is devoted to the analysis of the provisions of current four agreements between the Holy See and Lithuania, adding comparison with the treaties concluded by the Holy See with other two Baltic States, namely Latvia and Estonia. The research focuses on key legal issues of the cooperation between the Holy See and Lithuania with minor aspects of the intersection of the historical, political, international, and religious context. The authors conclude that in the complex international political landscape, the Holy See has remained one of the most credible partners for Lithuania and a moral authority for the nation, dominated by Catholics. The recognition of Lithuania as a State shortly after its Independence Declaration of 1918 as well as non-recognition of its 50-year occupation significantly contributed to the restoration of the State’s independence in 1990. Although the reestablishment of the independent State of Lithuania being based on the continuation of the State’s identity opened door for securing the validity of the Concordat concluded by the Holy See and the Republic of Lithuania in 1927, it was no longer capable of reflecting new realities, and new fundamental changes required the conclusion of new treaties between the parties. In 2000, the Agreement concerning Juridical Aspects of the Relations between the Catholic Church and the State, the Agreement on Cooperation in Education and Culture, and the Agreement concerning the Pastoral Care of Catholics Serving in the Army were concluded between the Holy See and the Republic of Lithuania, while in 2012, the Agreement on the Recognition of Qualifications Concerning Higher Education occurred. These bilateral agreements reflect typical provisions of concordats arising from their unique nature of combining both political (legal) and ecclesiastical matters and securing autonomy of both parties: they regulate the legal status of the Catholic Church and numerous issues, encompassing institutional matters, religious freedom, religious education, family life, cultural heritage, pastoral care, and many others. These provisions are also similar in the agreements concluded by the Holy See and other two Baltic States, all having no state religion. However, the treaties of the Holy See concluded with Lithuania and Latvia have more common and more elaborated provisions than the agreement with Estonia, while some issues are relevant and, therefore, regulated in respect of merely a particular state.
Rekonstrukcja historyczna
Authors: Daszyńska Jolanta A.
Published: November 2024

Książka dotyczy coraz bardziej popularnego zjawiska, jakim jest rekonstrukcja historyczna. Jest to przypominanie historii, najczęściej lokalnej przez ludzi zwanymi rekonstruktorami w sposób atrakcyjny, przybierający postać pokazu na żywo i odgrywany przed zgromadzonymi widzami. To najczęstsze oblicze rekonstrukcji historycznej. Ma ona jednak inne “twarze”, do których możemy zaliczyć lekcje żywej historii, parady rocznicowe, marsze i biegi historyczne, upamiętnianie. Rekonstrukcja dotyczy każdej epoki, którą chcą przypominać i ukazywać rekonstruktorzy, nie ma też ograniczonego lokalnego zasięgu. W książce zawarte zostały spostrzeżenia własne, jako że autorka jest zarówno historykiem, jak i rekonstruktorem.
Arabic Panegyrics On The Prophet In Tamil Nadu State Of India Cultural Reverence
Authors: Zubair K M A Ahamed , Ali M.Yasar Arafath , Lebbai Nahvi Muhiyadeen , Hameed A. Ahamed Shahul , Naina K. Seyad Ahmed
Published: November 2024

This research article explores the significance of panegyrics in Arabic on the Prophet in the Arabic literature of Tamil Nadu, India. Panegyrics, known as al-Madaih al-Nabawiyyah, are prominent in Islamic culture and express profound love, respect, and loyalty towards the Prophet. The article examines the historical background of panegyrics and their decline during the emergence of Islam. It discusses the poets who composed panegyrics in the presence of the Prophet and their alignment with the decline of pagan poetry. Additionally, the article highlights the relationship between panegyrics and Sira (biography), their formalization, and their association with Islamic mysticism. It focuses on notable panegyric compositions by scholars from Tamil Nadu, discussing their themes and contributions to Arabic literature. The article concludes by emphasizing the diversity of styles and meanings in prophetic panegyrics and their integration and cultural reverence into Sufism.
Assessment Of Textbook Published By Ministry of Religion Republic Indonesia: HOTS, MOTS, or LOTS?
Authors: Rahmawati Rahmawati , Febriani Suci Ramadhanti , Yasmadi Yasmadi
Published: November 2024

This study aims to analyze the assessment of Arabic language skills and linguistic elements in the book published by the Minister of Religion in 2020 for mapping assessments based on HOTS, MOTS, or LOTS. The research method used is descriptive qualitative based on content analysis techniques on assessment items listed in class X Madrasah Aliyah textbooks. Data was obtained through written sources, namely textbooks, as many as 392 assessment items, and other secondary sources, such as papers, articles, and books. The results of this study show that the percentage of assessments in the class X Arabic textbooks issued by the Decree of the Minister of Religion (KMA) of the Republic of Indonesia in 2020 leads to the following competencies: as much as 35% of the assessment items fall into the C2 category (understanding); 54% in category C3 (apply); and 9% fall into category C4 (analyze). The research findings identify that the form of assessment in the Arabic language textbook for class X KMA 2020 leads to the middle-order thinking skills level (MOTS), which is more dominant at the C3 (applying) level. The researchers recommend further research to develop Arabic teaching materials that lead to higher-order thinking skills (HOTS) through Bloom's Taxonomy framework.
Animals as Covictims and More-Than-Property: The Inclusion of Companion Animals in Protection Order Statutes at the State Level in the United States
Authors: Fitzgerald Amy
Published: November 2024

This article analyzes statutes in 37 U.S. states and Washington, DC amended to include companion animals in definitions of domestic violence and to enable their inclusion in protection orders (POs). The findings indicate that while the inclusion of animal abuse in definitions of domestic violence tends to frame their maltreatment in anthropocentric terms—as a vehicle for harming people—the language and consequences of their inclusion in some PO statutes position them as more-than-property, that is, more as subjects than objects. The analysis documents a temporal trend toward offering greater protections over time, greater bipartisan support for the amendments, and a shift from animals-as-property toward sociolegal recognition of their social membership and the ways their well-being is interconnected with that of the people who care for them.
Változások kapujában. Az ipari termelékenység elméleti és hazai vizsgálata
Authors: Kocziszky György , Kincses Áron , Ádám Dénes , Vinogradov Szergej
Published: November 2024

Az ipar története és kibocsátása szorosan kapcsolódik a termelékenység fogalmához. A gazdaságtörténészek elemzései szerint az egymást követő ipari forradalmak mindig ugrásszerű termelékenységnövekedést generáltak. Ez a növekedés azonban a következő ipari forradalomig volatilisen alakult: hullámhegyek és -völgyek követték egymást. A 2000-es évek végétől az ipari munkatermelékenység a fejlett országokban ismét csökken, annak ellenére, hogy új technikai és technológiai korszakba (ipar 4.0) léptünk. A statisztikai hivatalok, gazdaságkutató intézetek, jegybankok megkülönböztetett figyelmet fordítanak a munkatermelékenység változására, mérési lehetőségeire, különös tekintettel a gazdasági struktúra változásában bekövetkező hatásokra. Tanulmányunkban az ipari termelékenységre fókuszálunk az adekvát területeken, kiegészítve a munkatermelékenység aspektusával. A téma rövid és hosszú távú elemzése során az alkalmazott módszereket, a befolyásoló tényezőket, a gazdasági kibocsátás fenntarthatóságához fűződő kapcsolatát vizsgáljuk, illetve elemezzük a hazai tapasztalatokat.
Gender pay gap a hazai termék-külkereskedelemben
Authors: Morva Attila , Ilyésné Molnár Emese , Kovalszky Zsolt , Komjáti Zoltán
Published: November 2024

Jelen kutatás hiánypótló elemzésként kívánja feltárni a hazai termék-külkereskedelemre vonatkozó gender pay gap jelenség sajátosságait. A 2019–2022 közötti adatokra támaszkodva rámutatunk arra, hogy az alapvető nemzetközi tendenciák a hazai termék-külkereskedelemben érintett vállalatok esetében is megfigyelhetők, azaz a vállalat méretének növekedésével, a magasabb beosztással egyértelműen növekszik a nemek közötti bérkülönbség. Az üvegplafon jelenléte a termék-külkereskedelemmel foglalkozó entitások esetén is jól azonosítható, így a női vezetők jellemzően kiszorulnak az 50 főnél több alkalmazottat foglalkoztató vállalatok menedzsmentjéből. Eredményoldalról vizsgálva azonban a férfiak által irányított vállalatok átlagosan ötször nagyobb egy főre jutó import- és közel nyolcszor nagyobb egy főre jutó exportteljesítménnyel járulnak hozzá a termék-külkereskedelmi forgalom alakulásához hazánkban, azaz a nők és a férfiak a termék-külkereskedelem terén szerzett átlagos jövedelme, valamint a termék-külkereskedelemhez való hozzájárulásuk között pozitív irányú kapcsolat azonosítható.
Az akadémiai karrierre ható tényezők vizsgálata a regionális tudományokat művelők magyarországi közösségében
Authors: Kosztyán Zsolt Tibor , Király Tünde , Barabás Bianka , Formádi Katalin , Obermayer Nóra , Sulyok Márta Judit , Michalkó Gábor
Published: November 2024

A tudományos utánpótlás-nevelés eredendően a mester-tanítvány viszonyban rejlő intellektuális és kapcsolati lehetőségek sikeres kiaknázásán alapul, amelyet bőséges szakirodalmi források támasztanak alá. Azonban ezen viszony doktori fokozatszerzést követő fenntartásának hozadéka meglehetősen alulkutatott téma. Ennek az űrnek a csökkentésére vállalkozik a jelen tanulmány, amely az MTA Regionális Tudományok Bizottságához bejelentkezett köztestületi tagok és doktoranduszaik vonatkozásában tárja fel a PhD-fokozat megszerzését követő életpálya mester-tanítvány viszonnyal öszszefüggő sajátosságait. A hálózatelemzés, a kétváltozós és parciális rangkorreláció, a modellredukciós, ordinális logisztikus és Cox-regresszióelemzések, valamint túléléselemzés alkalmazásával megállapítást nyert, hogy 1) a PhD-témavezetés egy-egy mesternél koncentrálódó volumene pozitívan befolyásolja az egykori doktoranduszok témavezetővé válását, végső soron a tudományos közösség fejlődését; 2) a mester-tanítvány viszony fenntartása pozitívan hat az érintettek tudományos teljesítménymutatóira (a diszciplína erősödésére) és az egyéni karrierút egyes állomásainak sikeres elérésére, ugyanakkor a doktoranduszokkal való foglalkozás meghosszabbítja az út megtételének idejét.
Lesión de derechos de la personalidad en internet y Derecho internacional privado
Authors: Caamiña Domínguez Celia M.
Published: November 2024

Este trabajo versa sobre la vulneración de derechos de la personalidad a través de Internet, desde la perspectiva del Derecho internacional privado. Se analizarán fundamentalmente los foros de competencia judicial internacional del Reglamento (UE) 1215/2012 y de la LOPJ, prestando especial atención al art. 7.2 del Reglamento. Atendiendo a la jurisprudencia del Tribunal de Justicia de la Unión Europea, la víctima puede optar por interponer su demanda en materia de responsabilidad civil ante los tribunales del lugar de su centro de intereses.
Reflexiones sobre el certificado de nacimiento a propósito de los casos Pancharevo y Rzecznik
Authors: Campuzano Díaz Beatriz
Published: November 2024

En los casos Pancharevo y Rzecznik se plantea un problema a propósito del certificado de nacimiento expedido por las autoridades españolas con respecto a sendas menores, hijas de parejas del mismo sexo, nacidas en nuestro país. Las consideraciones que realiza el TJUE en relación con la expedición de un nuevo certificado de nacimiento o su inscripción en el Estado miembro del que son nacionales las madres y los problemas asociados a la libertad de circulación y residencia, son objeto de análisis en este trabajo desde la perspectiva española. También se plantean las novedades que en relación con estas cuestiones puede aportar la propuesta de reglamento sobre filiación.
Cláusulas estatutarias sobre transmisión post mortem de acciones y participaciones y Derecho de sucesiones
Authors: Carrillo Pozo Luis F.
Published: November 2024

La exclusión por el RS de las cuestiones reguladas por normas societarias es clara al asignar a la lex societatis las modalidades de transmisión de acciones y participaciones, pero deja abierta la cuestión de cómo se relacionan unas previsiones estatutarias que restringen o condicionan el acceso a la condición de socio con una lex successionis que prevea la reserva imperativa de cuotas del caudal re­licto a un determinado grupo de personas. La respuesta parte de la imperatividad -y por ello prevalencia/intangibilidad- de la normativa sucesoria.
El impacto de la Ley de Inteligencia Artificial en la regulación europea sobre drones
Authors: Castellanos Ruiz Mª José
Published: November 2024

La multitud de aplicaciones y usos de los drones en los últimos años es un reflejo de la importancia que tiene este sector en la economía de los distintos países y de Europa especialmente. Pues bien, combinando los drones y la Inteligencia Artificial se pueden realizar actividades de mayor com­plejidad y por tanto de mayor riesgo, entre las que se encuentran las operaciones autónomas, que van a permitir transportar tanto de paquetería como de personas (taxis aéreos). En primer lugar, se abordará la regulación europea específica en materia de drones, relacionada con la navegación aérea, que todavía no ha avanzado mucho en este sentido, y las modificaciones que sufrirá a raíz de la entrada en vigor de Ley de Inteligencia Artificial.
El maltrato psicológico como causa de desheredación de hijos y descendientes
Authors: Díaz Alabart Silvia
Published: November 2024

Se examina la desheredación de hijos y descendientes por maltrato de obra o injurias (art.853, 2ª CC) con especial atención a la interpretación jurisprudencial del TS del artículo que deja atrás la interpretación restrictiva tradicional y incluye el maltrato psicológico como un tipo de maltrato de obra, y se entra en los requisitos que aquel debe cumplir para ser justa causa de desheredación.
Problemas de dispersión jurisdiccional del pleito en el Derecho internacional privado europeo de familia
Authors: Durán Ayago Antonia
Published: November 2024

Se analizan en el presente trabajo las fórmulas que se han utilizado en los distintos Reglamentos europeos de Derecho de familia para evitar la dispersión jurisdiccional del pleito: desde el artículo 10 Reglamento (UE) 2019/1111 (acumulación de la responsabilidad parental al forum divortii, siempre que los responsables parentales acepten); el artículo 3 apartados c) y d) Reglamento (CE) 4/2009 sobre alimentos, que prevén una concentración de oficio de la competencia sin dar entrada a la autonomía de la voluntad o los artículos 4 y 5 de los Reglamentos sobre regímenes económicos matrimoniales y efectos patrimoniales de las uniones registradas, respectivamente, en los que se otorga un papel determinante a la autonomía de la voluntad en cuestiones relacionadas con las crisis matrimoniales y la nulidad o disolución de las uniones registradas, frente a la no operatividad de la autonomía de la voluntad si la cuestión principal tiene carácter sucesorio.
La tecnología TRD y el derecho
Authors: Jiménez-Gómez Briseida Sofía
Published: November 2024

Este trabajo plantea la relación que debe existir entre la tecnología de registros distribuidos y el Derecho, entendido como ordenamiento jurídico. Para ello recorre cuál es la revolución que implica la tecnología de registros distribuidos, así como quienes están interesados en regularla. La TRD en sí misma permite solucionar determinados problemas de las transacciones. Sin embargo, se necesita tanto un desarrollo de la ley aplicable como del Derecho material que amparen la seguridad jurídica que necesita la tecnología. Como la TRD funciona naturalmente en contextos internacionales se estudian las diferencias y las similitudes que existen entre los activos digitales negociados dentro de la TRD con otro tipo de derechos intangibles, tales como los datos personales, los secretos comerciales o la propiedad intelectual. Además, se contrasta la actitud regulatoria de dos bloques, China y la Unión Europea, así como el papel que juegan los gigantes tecnológicos estadounidenses. Finalmente, se cierra el trabajo con unas reflexiones.
Soberanía estatal, inmuebles transfronterizos y litigación internacional
Authors: Lorente Martínez Isabel
Published: November 2024

En el contexto de inmuebles transfronterizos, el derecho internacional privado es relevante debido a los desafíos legales que surgen cuando una propiedad se encuentra situado en dos o más Estados diferentes. Si ese inmueble es contiguo o separado, si es para un arrendamiento de tipo profesional o no. Son múltiples los casos y supuestos que se pueden encontrar y en este trabajo se pretende delimitar algunos de ellos.
Machine learning driven design of high-performance Al alloys
Authors: Lu Ziliang , Kapoor Ishwar , Li Yixiang , Liu Yinghang , Zeng Xiaoqin , Wang Leyun
Published: November 2024

Aluminum (Al) alloys with both high strength and thermal conductivity (TC) are promising structural materials for wide application across different industries. Yet, design of such alloys is challenging, since strength and TC often share a trade-off. In this paper, we build prediction models for TC and ultimate tensile strength (UTS) of Al alloys using eXtreme gradient boosting (XGBoost) and support vector machine (SVM) algorithms, respectively. The models take physical descriptors from the alloy composition into account. Lasso and Gini Impurity algorithms were adopted for feature engineering. Guided by the models, an Al-2.64Si-0.43Mg-0.10Zn-0.03Cu alloy with TC over 190 W·m-1·K-1 and UTS over 220 MPa was designed. The alloy was fabricated and tested by experiment, and its UTS and TC are close to the model prediction. Microstructure characterization suggests that the fragmented and spherical Si phase, along with a few non-spherical Si phases, may be a key reason for the improved properties.
Hotel profitability in Spain: Impact of the location of tourist destinations
Authors: J. Sánchez-Sánchez Francisca , M. Sánchez-Sánchez Ana
Published: November 2024

Purpose - This paper evaluates the impact of the location of tourist destinations on Spanish hotel profitability. For this purpose, the factors that describe tourism profitability are identified and clusters of tourist destinations are developed. The model also analyses the determinants of profitability based on location models developed in the hotel sector, such as accessibility, agglomeration, and seasonality of the tourist destination. Methodology - Multivariate analysis techniques and non-parametric contrasts are applied. Findings - The results highlight the importance of the location of tourist destinations, the preferred tourist mode, and the level of seasonality on tourist profitability. There is an economic, labour and efficiency imbalance that benefits coastal vacation destinations with lower levels of seasonality, located in the Mediterranean strip, the Balearic Islands, and the Canary Islands. Originality - Special attention is paid to factors related to the location of tourist destinations from the perspective of both supply and demand, which makes it possible to isolate and quantify the effect of the tourist destination on profitability, which is essential for good planning and management.