bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Psychological Impact of COVID-19 pandemic on Adult Patients pre and post receiving COVID-19 vaccine at KAMC Vaccination center, Riyadh, April 2021
Authors:   Residents of the Saudi Board Family Medicine, Department of Family Medicine - King Abdulaziz Medical Cit, Alshehri Dr Wejdan
Published: December 2023

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic was declared by the WHO on March 11, 2020. To limit the spread of theSARS-CoV-2 virus that caused the pandemic, Saudi Arabia took precautionary steps like many other countries.COVID-19 symptoms typically resemble those of a cold and include a cough, fever, dyspnea, anosmia, ageusia, and headache. Not only did the COVID-19 have an impact on physical health, but also on mental health. Numerous factors, regardless of age, including work-related stress, lockdowns, social isolation, and quarantine in response to contain SARS-CoV-2 have a negative impact on the mental health of large populations. Individuals and communities have been impacted by public health emergencies, which have led to strong emotions and unhealthy behaviors. The most common manifestations of psychological problems are disorders of anxiety, depression, and panic. Due to the rapid spread of the disease, persistent efforts were put into developing a vaccine as soon as possible. Despite the fact that vaccines have been widely disseminated and given to large populations, there is still vaccine hesitancy, which may be brought on by concerns about the effectiveness of the vaccines, early trials, and related side effects. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia started the vaccination process in December 2020. BioNTech/Pfizer and AstraZeneca are the vaccines that are being used in Saudi Arabia. The most common side effect of the COVID-19 vaccines is mild to moderate pain at the injection site. Fatigue, headache, fever, chills, and myalgia have also been reported. The side effects are reported to last for one day. This study aims to assess the psychological impact of the COVID-19 vaccine on the adult population of Saudi Arabia.
Paramedic Using Tourniquet in War
Authors:   Emergency Medical Services – Paramedic, Alshehri Sultan Hassan
Published: December 2023

This research paper delves into the critical role of paramedics in utilizing tourniquets during wartime scenarios. The application of tourniquets by paramedics in war zones has gained substantial attention due to its life-saving potential. This paper highlights the problem statement concerning the challenges paramedics face while using tourniquets in high-stress combat environments. The purpose of this study is to explore the effectiveness, limitations, and advancements in tourniquet usage by paramedics during wartime, aiming to enhance the overall understanding of emergency medical interventions in such situations. By analyzing existing literature and drawing insights from real-world cases, this paper emphasizes the significance of proper tourniquet application by paramedics, ultimately contributing to improved casualty outcomes on the battlefield.
Una exploración del pluralismo jurídico intercultural en la jurisprudencia de Bolivia, Colombia y Ecuador
Authors: Bagni Silvia , Rodríguez Caguana Adriana , Castro León Felipe
Published: December 2023

Los procesos constituyentes instaurados en Bolivia y Ecuador (2008-2009) contaron con la participación representativa de distintos movimientos sociales, entre ellos el movimiento indígena. Estas constituciones proclamaron al Estado como intercultural y plurinacional, reconociendo un pluralismo jurídico promotor de la igualdad y el diálogo democrático. Mientras Colombia fue pionera en el desarrollo de una jurisprudencia constitucional que incluye conceptos como pluralismo jurídico e interculturalidad, pese a las limitaciones constitucionales. Han pasado cerca de quince años de estos avances constitucionales; no obstante, el monismo jurídico continúa siendo una tensión y obstáculo para la concreción del pluralismo jurídico intercultural; esto ocurre aun cuando existen sentencias en la jurisprudencia de las altas Cortes de los tres países, que promueven nuevas luces en la justicia. Este estudio de las sentencias de las altas cortes en perspectiva comparada tiene como objetivo demostrar sus aportes en el desarrollo de la perspectiva pluralista en el derecho. Va más allá de la descripción de los marcos normativos; sino que busca analizar de forma contextual las estrategias para construir una hermenéutica intercultural en favor de los derechos constitucionales de los pueblos indígenas.
RESPONSABILIDADE SOCIAL DAS EMPRESAS E DIREITOS HUMANOS
Authors: Da Silva Veiga Fábio , Domingos Isabela
Published: December 2023

Este artigo tem como objetivo o estudo da responsabilidade social corporativa em relação aos direitos humanos dos stakeholders. Examina a relação entre o direito público e o privado e o que tem sido feito para que as transações empresariais protejam os interesses dos stakeholders, em particular, os direitos humanos. Utilizando o método hipotético-dedutivo e a pesquisa bibliográfica, são analisados os pactos internacionais e a legislação interna, demonstrando-se que há um movimento na comunidade internacional que visa regulamentar o tema, caminhando para a criação de um instrumento internacional que vincule as operações transnacionais aos direitos humanos, visto que alguns países, recentemente, tomaram iniciativas internas para tornar sua aplicação e proteção mais eficazes, visando agregar valores e princípios universais à responsabilidade corporativa.
LICENCIAMENTO AMBIENTAL NA ÓTICA DO CONSTITUCIONALISMO CONTEMPORÂNEO
Authors: De Oliveira Pinto Coelho Saulo , Ducatti de Oliveira e Silva Tiago , Haun de Araújo Serafim Daniele
Published: December 2023

Trata-se de uma releitura do licenciamento ambiental, como um dos principais instrumentos da Política Nacional do Meio Ambiente (Lei n. 6.938/1981), à luz do constitucionalismo contemporâneo, considerando o objetivo de harmonização na utilização dos bens ambientais com o desenvolvimento socioeconômico e a proteção à dignidade da vida humana. A partir da revisão da literatura, realizam-se inferências que permitem defender aplicar-se ao tratamento dogmático e prático do licenciamento a necessidade de adaptação da Administração Pública ao contexto de efetivação de direitos fundamentais, em razão da força normativa da Constituição, com o desenvolvimento e/ou aprimoramento dos instrumentos legais colocados a sua disposição para o cumprimento de seu desiderato. O desenho do licenciamento ambiental brasileiro permite que a tomada de decisão pública seja baseada em evidência científica e possibilita a participação dialógica entre todos os atores envolvidos e/ou atingidos pelo objeto do licenciamento. Tal potencial de complementaridade entre fazer técnico e diálogo democrático, somando-se ao caráter estruturante de arranjos socioeconômicos complexos, alça esse licenciamento a uma posição paradigmática quanto ao desenho institucional do instrumento. Não obstante, há falhas procedurais em sua utilização na praxe brasileira, que precisam ser mais bem estudadas, de modo a que o licenciamento possa coadunar-se a seu desiderato constitucional.
ESPAÇO DE EDUCAÇÃO AMBIENTAL NÃO FORMAL EM MANAUS
Authors: Badr Eid , Arruda de Sá e Brito Annie Mara
Published: December 2023

Este estudo analisa o projeto “Oca do Conhecimento Ambiental”, atividade de Educação Ambiental (EA) não formal, que enfatiza a proteção e a preservação da fauna e flora silvestres da região amazônica, cujo espaço de práticas pedagógicas funciona no Centro de Instrução de Guerra na Selva (CIGS), em Manaus, Amazonas. Trata-se de projeto idealizado pelo Judiciário amazonense como um substitutivo de penas por crimes ambientais, com gestão compartilhada pelo Exército Brasileiro e a Secretaria Municipal de Educação (SEMED). A pesquisa teve como objetivo investigar se o projeto se amolda aos princípios, objetivos e diretrizes da Lei n. 9.795/1999, que dispõe sobre a EA e instituiu a Política Nacional de Educação Ambiental (PNEA), além de investigar sua relevância social para a comunidade local. Utilizou-se, para o desenvolvimento da pesquisa, a modalidade estudo de caso, que conciliou a coleta de dados bibliográfico, histórico e documental, com as informações obtidas nas visitas in loco. Concluiu-se que embora ainda existam melhorias a serem implementadas, o projeto está em harmonia com a PNEA e contribui de modo social e educacional positivo entre a população de faixas etárias e classes sociais diversas, em prol da cidadania ambiental e de um meio ambiente equilibrado.
Espiritualidad, Religiosidad y Personalidad como Predictores del Florecimiento
Authors: Vera Alejandro , Olivera Mercedes , Prozzillo Paola , Simkin Hugo
Published: December 2023

Este estudio tiene como objetivo explorar el impacto de la religiosidad y la espiritualidad como potencial modulador entre los factores de la personalidad y el florecimiento. La muestra estuvo compuesta por 359 participantes con edades que oscilan entre los 18 y 68 años (M = 46.9, DE = 15.88), de ambos sexos (74% mujeres, 26% hombres), residentes de CABA. Los resultados muestran que, al analizar los efectos sobre el florecimiento y sus dimensiones, los factores de la personalidad, la religiosidad y la espiritualidad se presentan como las variables explicativas más relevantes dentro de los modelos. Sin embargo, contrariamente a la literatura, la apertura a la experiencia reporta una lábil vinculación y carente en la explicación del florecimiento. A su vez, los estudios realizados muestran que la extraversión no proporciona un vínculo mayor del que la amabilidad o la responsabilidad podrían procurar. En conclusión, la espiritualidad y la religiosidad podrían considerarse una característica fundamental para el florecer.
Adaptación del Inventario de Crecimiento Postraumático en personas con VIH de Buenos Aires, Argentina
Authors: Radusky Pablo David , Mikulic Isabel María
Published: December 2023

El crecimiento postraumático (CPT) involucra cambios psicológicos positivos resultantes de enfrentarse con circunstancias altamente desafiantes. El Inventario de Crecimiento Postraumático (ICPT) es el instrumento más difundido para su medición. Una proporción considerable de las personas con VIH experimenta algún grado de CPT como consecuencia del diagnóstico, lo que se asocia a una mejor salud mental y física. El objetivo fue adaptar el ICPT para su uso en personas con VIH del Área Metropolitana de Buenos Aires (AMBA), Argentina. Una versión preliminar, lingüística y conceptualmente equivalente a la original fue administrada a una muestra de 100 personas con VIH adultas del AMBA. El análisis factorial confirmatorio demostró que el modelo original de cinco dimensiones es el que muestra un mejor ajuste. De manera consistente con la evidencia internacional, las participantes de género femenino exhibieron puntuaciones significativamente más elevadas de CPT, lo que puede interpretarse como evidencia externa de validez. Se verificó la confiabilidad por consistencia interna de la escala y sus dimensiones mediante los coeficientes alfa y omega ordinal, obteniendo valores entre aceptables y excelentes. Esta versión del ICPT demostró adecuadas propiedades psicométricas y ajuste cultural para su uso en personas con VIH del AMBA.
O uso da câmera operacional portátil (COP) na polícia militar do estado de São Paulo: um diálogo entre segurança, privacidade e cidadania
Authors: Barberato Genghini Marco Aurélio , Wagner Silveira Esteves de Oliveira Diogenes , Barrionuevo Fabretti Humberto
Published: December 2023

O presente ensaio tem por seu escopo examinar os reflexos do uso, conservação e regulação dos dados de áudio e filmagem da Câmera Operacional Portátil (COP) utilizada por policiais militares do Estado de São Paulo, durante todo o período de serviço, propondo uma abordagem do tema com viés pragmático, a partir da análise dos atos administrativos vigentes na Polícia Militar do Estado de São Paulo (PMESP), das construções doutrinárias e acadêmicas modernas, especialmente aquelas que estabelecem como base fundamental a cidadania e a dignidade humana como fundamentos de quaisquer outros direitos. Neste caminho, o encontro entre os interesses do Estado e do cidadão serão objetos de investigação, mormente acerca da supressão de liberdades individuais em prol de uma política criminal de segurança, fato predominante nas sociedades de risco. A averiguação correrá pela exploração geral do procedimento de uso do equipamento pelos policiais militares, coleta de dados e imagens, armazenamento e distribuição de dados ao cidadão, quando requerida. Então, sob o prisma da dogmática processual penal, será apreciada a natureza jurídica da prova obtida por meio da coleta de imagens por câmeras corporais. Finalmente, será estudada a problemática envolvendo a coleta de dados pessoais do cidadão e dos profissionais de segurança pública por meio de tais equipamentos, especialmente à luz da legislação vigente no Brasil (LGPD) e do recém constitucionalizado direito fundamental à proteção de dados pessoais, constatando-se, ao final, que a questão não é sistematizada e deve ser apreciada quando da edição da legislação de proteção dados em edição no Congresso Nacional.
Palavras-chave: Polícia Militar. Câmera Operacional Portátil. Garantias Individuais.
As complexidades expressivas da igualdade constitucional
Authors: Ginsburg Tom
Published: December 2023

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Editorial: Inquiring into northern Australian society
Authors:   Charles Darwin University, Verran Helen
Published: December 2023

This edition of the Learning Communities Journal features the work of research higher degree students at Charles Darwin University. We gather together five papers written by doctoral students as they neared the end of their candidature. All the papers focus on aspects of northern Australian society.
Räl-manapanmirr djämaw - Collaboration in action
Authors:   Charles Darwin University, Armstrong Emily , Maypilama Ḻäwurrpa ,   Charles Darwin University, Bukulatjpi Yuŋgirrŋa ,   Yalu Aboriginal Corporation, Gapany Dorothy ,   Charles Darwin University, Fasoli Lyn ,   Charles Darwin University, Baker Rachel ,   Rachel Baker Consultancy, Ireland Sarah ,   Charles Darwin University, Lowell Anne ,   Charles Darwin University
Published: December 2023

We are an intercultural research team studying intercultural communication. This article shares some of the research practices we used in a doctoral research project conducted collaboratively at all stages from planning to dissemination. We discuss how räl-manapanmirr djäma (collaborative work) supports researchers to connect and succeed in developing deeper, shared understandings of intercultural communication. We have been working to find a research pathway that connects partners from different knowledge systems while recognising, celebrating and learning from our differences.
De Bosques Nacionales a Concesiones Forestales: estudio del Bosque Nacional Alexander von Humboldt desde una dimensión geohistórica (1960-2017)
Authors: Dunin Borkwski Ana Sabogal , Tavera Medina Tarik , Seoane Byrne Cristóbal , Pastor Sánchez Pamela , Suarez Balcázar Odalys , Arones Pariona Melcy
Published: December 2023

El artículo revisa la historia reciente de lo que fuera el Bosque Nacional Alexander von Humboldt, sometido a presión antrópica desde hace más de un siglo. La creación del bosque en el año 1965 coincide con las primeras leyes forestales de 1963. El objetivo principal es analizar los efectos de las actividades económicas y su relación con la pérdida de cobertura boscosa. La finalidad es comprender la relación directa entre los flujos migratorios asociados a las demandas políticas y de las actividades económicas y el uso del suelo. Se revisan las dinámicas espaciales, económicas y sociales. Además, se analiza la deforestación desde una perspectiva multidisciplinar que incluye, el análisis de los cambios políticos (marco normativo forestal, creación de ejes viales), la evolución demográfica que de esta se deriva y la consiguiente deforestación del bosque mediante el uso de Sistemas de Información Geográfica. A partir de este análisis se propone un modelo futuro de deforestación que implica un cambio y uso de suelo.
Anthelmintic Activity of Artemisia monosperma Methanol Extracts against Eisenia fetida in vitro Study
Authors: Saleh N. M. , Rewaida A.G. , Afaf A. , Sarah A.A. , Saleh Al-Q. , Esam M.A.
Published: December 2023

Background: The present investigation was designed to investigate the protective effect of a natural product to control Anthelmintic in earthworm Eisenia fetida. We investigated the effectiveness of dried Artemisia monosperma leaves as an anthelmintic. Methods: Five groups (50, 100, 200 and mg/mL) of the AMLE extract were utilized in this study. Negative and positive controls consisted of distilled water and mebendazole (10 mg/ml). Five worms that were around the same size were placed to each Petri plate along with the test solution (20 mL) of the extract. Artemisia monosperma leaves methanolic extract was prepared and evaluated its ability in vitro as anthelmintic activity against earthworms (Eisenia fetida). The ABTS, FRPA and DPPH techniques were used to calculate the antioxidant activity. Also, the phytochemical investigation of methanolic extract was performed on GC-MS equipment. Result: Fourteen different biomolecules are predicted using GC-MS spectrum. Also, the AMLE had a greater percentage value of ABTS, FRPA and DPPH radical inhibition (94.5±0.03 trolox/gFW, 0.8±0.005 µmol/ gFW and 92.6±0.3%) respectively. Moreover, IC50 of AMLE was obtained at 20.5±0.9 µg/mL for the A549 and 24.3±0.9 µg/mL for MCF-7 cell lines. In comparison to AMLE, Mebendazole (10 mg/mL) produced paralysis and earthworm death by 13.91±0.007 and 18.2±0.980 min, respectively, while, AMLE (200 mg/mL) showed 3.860±0.320 and 5.464±0.422 min, respectively. The treated worms’ surface architecture also had noticeable abnormalities, according to the histological study. The result of present study revealed that AMLE leaves can serve as a good natural source of potent antioxidants and anthelminthiasis medicines. Which promotes the conduct of numerous in vivo researches to discover an efficient treatment.
Estrategia de acompañamiento para la apropiación social de nuevas tecnologías en comunidades productoras de gulupas en Colombia
Authors: De-Armas-Costa Ricardo Joaquín , Martín-Gómez Pedro Fernando , Rangel-Díaz Jorge Eliecer
Published: December 2023

En este artículo se presenta una propuesta de estrategia de acompañamiento para la apropiación social de nuevas tecnologías en comunidades agrícolas. Estrategia que surge y se desarrolla en el enfoque de procesos lineales, en los cuales los actores tradicionales (academia, Estado, empresa) crean una tecnología para solucionar un problema y luego transferirla a los usuarios. La estrategia se basa en los conceptos de práctica social, apropiación social de la ciencia y la tecnología débil (ASCyTD) y apropiación social de la ciencia y la tecnología fuerte (ASCyTF), y se ilustra con un ejemplo sobre cómo podría ser aplicada en la apropiación de una tecnología para determinar tres estados de maduración de la fruta gulupa (Passifloras edulis Sims). Para obtener la información requerida en el ejemplo, sobre los saberes tradicionales, los conocimientos científicos y las posibles tecnologías que guían las acciones humanas en la práctica agrícola de cosechar las gulupas que hacen parte de la cultura de los agentes receptores de la tecnología citada, se entrevistaron 52 campesinos y campesinas en algunos municipios de Cundinamarca, Colombia. Las entrevistas mostraron, entre otras cosas, que a pesar de que el 83 % está a favor del uso de las tecnologías en la práctica de cosechar, la tarea sigue siendo guiada por el “tanteo” (dureza, peso y tamaño) y la “vista” (colores de la cáscara). Con este trabajo se espera contribuir en las comunidades agrícolas con las iniciativas de transferencia social de las nuevas tecnologías propuestas específicamente desde la academia.
Bajo nivel de asociatividad de la agroindustria panelera: caso de estudio Santana, Colombia
Authors: Fino-Hernández Fredy Fernando , Munevar-Romero Melisa Daniela , Ulloa-Torres Sergio
Published: December 2023

El objetivo de este artículo es describir la percepción sobre las características sociodemográficas, productivas y económicas de la asociatividad de los productores paneleros en el municipio de Santana (Colombia) en el año 2022. Se realizó un estudio exploratorio, encuestando a 50 miembros de cinco asociaciones paneleras sobre características sociodemográficas, productivas y económicas. Se encontró que la mayoría de los encuestados tienen educación media; además, consideran que la falta de formación en economía solidaria y trabajo en equipo son una causa de retiro de los miembros. La mayoría de los encuestados participan en la producción y comercialización de caña panelera y creen que el propósito de las organizaciones debería ser la producción y comercialización de la panela. Tienen entre 5 y 10 ha de caña en producción, cosechan de 2 a 4 veces al año y producen menos de 12.000 kg de caña a la semana. La mayoría cree que un precio por debajo de 3.000 pesos colombianos por kilogramo de panela no cubre los costos de producción (2.500 a 3.500 COP). Se concluye que la asociatividad es esencial para el éxito de la agroindustria, pero es necesario abordar las causas de retiro de los miembros. La gestión efectiva de precios y costos es crucial para garantizar la sostenibilidad y el crecimiento del sector. Estos hallazgos proporcionan información valiosa para el diseño de políticas y programas mediante asociaciones.
AN INVESTIGATION INTO THE INTERVENTION STRATEGIES IMPLEMENTED BY EDUCATORS IN ENHANCING LEARNERS’ UNDERSTANDING OF NUMBER SENSE
Authors: Hove Netsai , Hendricks Winston , Olawale Babawande Emmanuel
Published: December 2023

Global and country-specific mathematics performance constitutes a major challenge, both for educators and policymakers. Realisation of the African Union Agenda 2013 hinges significantly upon transformation of education. In this regard, mathematics and science education, specifically, are instruments for scientific and technological development to position Africa on the same level as the global league of continents in the future. It is, therefore, important to develop amongst learners a good understanding of a mathematical concept such as number sense from an early age, given that students who have a good sense of numbers can manipulate figures to simplify calculations and have the confidence to approach problems in a variety of ways. It is for this reason that the present study investigates the intervention strategies implemented by educators in enhancing learners’ understanding of number sense in the Ekurhuleni North District schools, Gauteng Province, South Africa. The study used a case study design and a qualitative research approach, both of which were supported by an interpretivist paradigm. The study made use of a semi-structured interview to gather data from mathematics teachers, learners, and a principal in the selected school. Research findings revealed that although mental computation, use of concrete props, use of the number line, and a counting strategy are some of the various strategies employed to enhance learners’ understanding of number sense, teachers need to develop a sound understanding of number sense and be flexible in their approaches in order to assist learners. Based on the findings, it was recommended that curriculum designers and teachers concentrate on teaching methods to help students develop learners’ number sense, as this can lead to potential mathematics success.
Pengaruh Upah Minimum, Indeks Pembangunan Manusia dan Pengangguran terhadap Jumlah Penduduk Miskin di Provinsi Jawa Tengah Tahun 2010-2021
Authors: Hutabarat Theresia Ayu Sani , Fathorrazi Mohammad , Nasir M. Abd
Published: December 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui bagaimana pengaruh upah minimum indeks pembangunan manusia dan pengangguran terhadap jumlah penduduk miskin di Provinsi Jawa Tengah. Penelitian ini menggunakan datasekunder dalam bentuk data panel, dengan data time series (2010 – 2021) dan data cross section (15 kabupaten/kota di Provinsi Jawa Tengah). Metode analisis estimasi model regresi linear berganda dengan metode Fixed Effect Model (FEM). Uji statistik menggunakan uji simultan (uji F), uji parsial (uji t), dan koefisien determinasi (R2). Uji asumsi klasik menggunakan uji multikolinearitas, uji heteroskedastisitas, dan uji normalitas. Penelitan inidiolah menggunakan alat bantu software Eviews 9. Hasil penelitian menyimpulkan bahwa secara simultan upah minimum, indeks pembangunan manusia dan pengangguran berpengaruh signifikan terhadap jumlahpenduduk misikin. Secara parsial, upah minimum dan indeks pembangunan manusia berpengaruh negatif dan signifikan terhadap jumlah penduduk miskin, sedangkan pengangguran berpengaruh positif dan signifikanterhadap jumlah penduduk miskin.
Women, Ethics of Care, Domestic Role And Islamic Teachings (Classical Fiqih) and Local Culture
Authors: Saiddaeni Saiddaeni , Zulfandika Achfan Aziz
Published: December 2023

Islam and Feminism, both are perceived as incompatible. However, this view is sadly only generated by the Western when they see Islam in the Middle Eastern. It even misleads when the Western has been only looking for particular countries which practice conservative and textual Islam. In reality, Islam put women in a respectful position, and though Islam has different points of view from some points in feminism, it does not mean they are against each other. Here in this paper, I tried to analyse a comparative study between how our Indonesian culture and how Islamic teachings perceive the role of women in their domestic reality and how women can participate in every day life. Interestingly, the role of women fits into the role of women from the perspective of Ethics of Care. In Ethics of care, it is believed that women’s power on taking care of other people is the key to their strength and somehow when we learn Islam deeper, we will find it is connected and this paper proves it.  Here we make structure our paper starting with an introduction, later we talk about classical Fiqih. The reason why we choose classical Fiqih is that we want to understand the root of Islamic teachings on the blatant reality so we can understand how Islam sees a woman in reality. Later, we will discuss a comparison between our culture in general and Islamic Teaching so we will have insight into which one is part of our culture and which one is purely Islamic teachings. From our findings, we found that our culture and Islamic teaching have relatively similar points of view on women’s role in domestic reality. However, the conservative approach is coming from misunderstanding and, people's attitudes to mixing Islamic teachings with their Khawarij culture which is not a real Islam yet because people from outside of the Islamic world do not understand, they tend to think it is a real Islam which is giving Islam a bad reputation.
THE STRUCTURE OF THE ANTERIOR CORNEA EPITHELIUM OF THE SUS SCROFA DOMESTICUS AT THE CRYOPHIXATION
Authors: Khomyakova Nataliya V. , Koloskova Eleonora L. , Sidorov Ivan I.
Published: December 2023

The classic histological picture of the anterior corneal epithelium, known from the results of standard histological techniques and light microscopy of preparations of chemically fixed material, describes the presence of three cell layers: basal - germinative, middle and superficial. On preparations of cryofixed material, another homogeneous layer is identified above the cells of the third layer, which is usually identified as the precorneal tear film, that is, a layer of liquid. Analysis and comparison of known data allows us to identify a scientific problem, which is as follows. The structure of the homogeneous layer has not been previously studied, its structure is unknown, therefore, the identification of the homogeneous layer with the precorneal tear film is not justified. We assume that the histological picture of the anterior epithelium on preparations of chemically fixed material is incomplete, and the homogeneous layer is a structural component of the anterior epithelium. Purpose of the study: the structure of the anterior epithelium and homogeneous layer on preparations of cryofixed material. The material for the study was preparations of the eyes of the domestic pig Sus scrofa domesticus, the research method was light microscopy. As a result of the study, it was established for the first time that the homogeneous layer is a structural component of the anterior corneal epithelium. Between the homogeneous layer and the layer of flat cells of the anterior epithelium, another layer is determined in the form of a microscopically detectable thin strip. Taking into account the established fact, it should be concluded that the anterior epithelium of the cornea consists of five layers. The cells in the layers are in a compacted state, the degree of which increases from the basement membrane to the frontal surface of the epithelium, reaching a maximum at the level of the homogeneous layer. The cells of the surface layer are anucleate, filled with an oxyphilic mass, presumably keratin, which indicates the process of keratinization of epithelial cells. The results of the study confirmed the assumption that the histological picture on preparations of chemically fixed material is incomplete. The identification of a homogeneous layer with the precorneal tear film is unfounded.
THE LINEAR LENGTH OF MODERN POPULATION'S YOUNG PEOPLE HANDS PHALANGES ACCORDING TO X-RAY OSTEOMETRY AND THEIR CORRELATIONS
Authors: Gal'chin Andrey V.
Published: December 2023

More than a sufficient number of works are devoted to X-ray studies of the bones of the hand, its phalanges, and only a few works are devoted to the issues of the relationship of their parameters in the context of the general patterns of organization of the structural elements of the autopodia. The data of these studies do not create a unified idea of the correlation patterns of the metric parameters of the bones that form the human hand skeleton, while the study of this issue is of great theoretical and practical importance. The purpose of the study is the establish of the variability of X-ray steometric indicators of the length of the phalanxes of boys aged 17-21 and girls aged 16-20. The material of the study was 146 radiographs of the right and left hands of boys and girls obtained for diagnostic purposes when applying for trauma care. X-rays of both hands of patients with scanning also of the wrist joints were performed under conventional radiation protection conditions on a mobile X-ray unit MobileDaRt (Shimadzu, Japan). The distance from the X-ray source to the object of study corresponded to the generally accepted recommendations in X-ray osteometry. The images were automatically saved in the computer memory in the standard DICOM format. It was established that the average values of the radiographic linear lengths of the phalanges of the fingers and the overall average in boys were statistically significantly higher than those in girls. Finger-wise comparison of indicators between two sex-different populations also showed their highly significant differences in all phalanges without exception. Among the studied osteometric parameters, according to the results obtained, the smallest variability is inherent in the length of the proximal phalanges in girls. The general image established using the method of indirect X-ray osteometry of the I–V fingers phalanges length correlation values, showed their differences with the few data of other authors. It was concluded that the analysis of the limits of anatomical variability, due not only to various external and internal factors, but also methodological approaches and their comparison are of no less scientific importance than the analysis of the influence of only the different conditions and biological characteristics of the analyzed populations.
Shifts in Mental Health Needs in Portugal during the COVID-19 Pandemic: What Do Mental Health Warrants Tell Us?
Authors: Martinho Filipe , Cabral Ana Sofia
Published: December 2023

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Efectos de los sismos en terrenos no consolidados
Authors: Sellés-Martínez José
Published: December 2023

Esta contribución introduce los conceptos teóricos vinculados al comportamiento mecánico de los materiales sólidos particulados y sus diferencias más importantes con el de los materiales sólidos contínuos y con los fluidos. Describe y analiza a continuación las diferentes propuestas de modelos didácticos escolares para la visualización y enseñanza de los fenómenos de licuefacción y fluidización que pueden afectar a los terrenos compuestos por suelos, sedimentos sueltos o pobremente consolidados en caso de ser afectados por las ondas sísmicas y cuyo colapso puede provocar severos daños aún en edificios construidos de acuerdo a las normas correspondientes a la prevención del riesgo sísmico en la zona
Antioxidant Face Cream Formulation of Ethanol Extract from Soursop leaves (Annona muricata L)
Authors: Rahman Alief Putriana , Liana  , H Syaifiyatul , Alrosyidi Ach Faruk
Published: December 2023

Face cream is a treatment cream used to treat facial skin. One of the natural plant ingredients that can be used as an active substance in cream preparations is soursop leaves (Annona muricata L.) which have antioxidant activity. The purpose of this study was to formulate cream preparations from soursop leaf ethanol extract as well as the antioxidant activity of face cream preparations. Soursop leaves were extracted by maceration using a 96% ethanol solvent. Cream preparations in physical quality evaluation include organoleptic, pH, homogeneity, viscosity, spread power, sticking power, centrifugation, determination of emulsion type, and antioxidant activity test with DPPH method at 𝜆 511,5 nm using UV-Vis spectrophotometry. The results that organoleptic cream preparations had color differences. The pH of FI, FII, and FIII creams had an average yield of 6,0-6,6 and were homogeneous. All creams had a viscosity value of 49950 cPs and scatter power at 5,2-5,7 cm. FI, FII, and FIII creams fixed power test with an average value of 26,5-46,5 and physically stable at centrifugation tests with cream emulsion type of O/W. Based on the antioxidant activity, the facial creams of ethanol extract from soursop leaves of FI (3%), FII (5%), and FIII (7%) had IC50 values of 80,64, 46,06, and 10,91 ppm respectively. So this study concluded that the facial cream of ethanol extract from soursop leaves at FI, FII, and FIII meet the physical stability requirements based on organoleptic, pH, homogeneity, viscosity, scatter power, clinging power, centrifugation, and emulsion type tests. FI cream had strong antioxidant activity (IC50 value of 80,64 ppm), then FII and FIII had very strong antioxidant activity (IC50 value of 46,06 and 10,91 ppm.
Keywords: Cream, Formulation, Antioxidant, Ethanol extract, Soursop leaves
Validation of Analytical Method of Testing Cefotaxime Sodium in Injection Powder Preparation by High-Performance Liquid Chromatography
Authors: Aryani Aneu
Published: December 2023

Cefotaxime sodium is an antibiotic drug that is included in the third-generation cephalosporin group. The aims of this research is to validate the method used for the analysis of cefotaxime sodium injection powder using HPLC. Parameters performed in this study include system suitability, selectivity, linearity, accuracy, precision, robustness, Limit of Detection (LOD), and Limit of Quantitation (LOQ). In this study, the mobile phase used was phosphate buffer pH 6,25 with methanol in the ratio of (30:70), (40:60), (50:50), (60:40) and (70:30) v/v. The analysis was carried out using a 150 × 4,6 mm 5µm C18 column and phosphate buffer pH 6,25 with methanol (40:60) v/v as a mobile phase with a flow rate of 1 mL/min, detector at wavelength 235 nm. The results showed that the system suitability test results met the requirements, plate number of 2288, standard deviation 0,93% and tailing factor 1,3. The linearity results met the requirements of r ≥ 0,999 with LOD and LOQ value of 3,3894 ×10-4 mg/mL 1,0271 ×10-3 mg/mL respectively. The accuracy results obtained a recovery value 99,30%, RSD 0,48%, precision results of repeatability and intermediate with RSD 0,38% and 0,85%, respectively, robustness test results obtained a recovery value of 100,25% and RSD 0,85%. The results showed that the recovery values (98-102%) and RSD ≤ 1,5% were in accordance with the validation requirements. It can be concluded that the validation of the proposed method is recommended and can be used for routine analysis
Comparison between Celphane Taping and Skin Scrapping Method for KOH Examination In Dermatopohytosis Diagnosis
Authors: Wibowo Antonius , Nugrahaningrum Sulistya , Suryaningsih Betty Ekawati , Ramadhan Tiar , Tussqyah Nada , Rachmawaty Farida Juliantina
Published: December 2023

Background: Fungal skin infections are prevalent in developing countries, with dermatophytosis and tinea versicolor being the most prevalent. The KOH test is a practical and easy-to-do examination for diagnosing superficial fungal skin infections on an outpatient basis. Skin scraping is the most known method for collecting samples for KOH testing, but some studies have shown that cellophane tape is also used for a more patient-friendly approach. Purpose: This study is aimed at comparing KOH examinations using cellophane tape and skin scrapings. Methods: This research is a diagnostic test study with a cross-sectional approach. The research data were obtained from 51 medical records of skin patients at Dr. Soedirman Kebumen Municipal Hospital with the diagnosis of tinea cruris and tinea corporis who underwent KOH examination with cellophane tape and skin scrapings. Data correlation was analyzed using the Chi square test.  Result : From the research, it was found that there was no statistically significant difference between the use of cellophane tape and skin scrapings in the KOH test sampling for tinea cases (p = 0.153), which indicates that there was no significant difference between the use of the two methods for the diagnosis of dermatophytosis. Conclusion: The tapping method as an alternative method of skin scraping for KOH examination can be used to establish the diagnosis of dermatophytosis.
Epidemiologic Profile of Seborrheic Keratosis and Acrochordon at the National Referral Hospital in Indonesia
Authors: Purbasari Lusiana , Larasati Anindya , Paramitha Wibawa Larisa
Published: December 2023

Background: Seborrheic keratosis (SK) and acrochordon are common benign neoplasms of the skin thatan be diagnosed clinically.  Management of SK and acrochordon has a wide range of purposes, including aesthetic appearance and health concerns. Epidemiologic data for these entities is rare in Indonesia. Purpose: To determine the epidemiology of SK and acrochordon patients at the Dermatology & Venereology (DV) Clinic, dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo National Central General Hospital (RSCM). Method: Patient registry data at the DV Clinic, RSCM from 2014 to 2017 was collected retrospectively. Data was obtained by using the total sampling method and retrieving characteristics such as age, sex, and outpatient-based procedures. Result: In the four-year period, there were 1.202 SK patient visits with 447 new cases and 374 acrochordon patient visits with 169 new cases. The proportion of SK patients in this study was 2.2%; acrochordon was 1.8% of all patients at the DV Clinic of RSCM. The highest prevalence of SK was found in patients older than the 6th decade, while for acrochordon, it was within the 4th decade. Both SK and acrochordon were seen higher in women, with a male-to-female ratio of 1:2. Electrosurgery was the most common office procedure performed. Conclusion: Seborrheic keratosis and acrochordon proportion, respectively, are 2.2% and 1.8% at the DV Clinic, RSCM. Seborrheic keratosis and acrochordon are more frequent in women, with the peak occurring in 6th decade and 4th decade, respectively
Profile of Scabies in Surabaya Boarding School
Authors: Widyantari Septiana , Rozita Maharani Dinda , Muhammad Yulianto Listiawan
Published: December 2023

Background: Scabies is a skin infection caused by infection and susceptibility to the variant mite Sarcoptes scabiei hominis and its derivatives. Scabies disease can be transmitted through direct contact with mites and causes itching on the human body, which can develop into secondary infections. Purpose: to determine the characteristics of scabies according to age, location of lesions, and signs of lesions in students of Surabaya Boarding School on December 2021. Methods: This study is a cross-sectional descriptive study with data collection through interviews and clinical examinations. Results: Scabies included 40 cases out of 86 respondents. Scabies cases occurred in boys aged between 13 and 15 (37%). The largest proportion of lesions were found all over the body, including between the fingers (75%), between the fingers and arms (15%), between the toes and legs (7%), and underarms (3%). The most common lesions were erythema papules and crusts in 57%, erythema papules, pustules, and crusts in 28%, and erythematous macules only in 18%. Conclusion: The importance of education for children about scabies, personal hygiene behavior, environmental hygiene, and other variables that affect the incidence of scabies. It is important that all affected household members are treated and their living environment properly disinfected to ensure tick removal and ultimately prevent further transmission.
Activity-Based Costing (ABC) in the Manufacturing Industry: A Literature Review
Authors: Saeed Abdulmalek Marwan M. , Widyaningsih Aristanti , Khaled Amgad S. D.
Published: December 2023

Activity-based costing (ABC) is a way to figure out actual costs. It has become an essential part of both manufacturing and service organizations. This study aims to figure out the effect of the ABC on the manufacturing system. The data was collected from different countries. The method of this study is the systematic Literature Review of the last ten years, 2012-2022. Activities-based costing (ABC) is a good system because it was adopted by many manufacturing businesses to achieve several benefits, including cost ascertainment, which helped them make wise price decisions, cost reduction, which increased profitability, increased productivity, time and resource savings, and improved production quality. Lack of information and inadequate understanding of how to use the ABC system in their company were to blame for companies that did not accelerate its use. Using activity-based costing is effective.
South Africa’s Savings and Economic Development Linkage: Causal Relationship Examination
Authors: Soko Yohane
Published: December 2023

South Africa dreams of eradicating poverty and achieving equitable distribution of its scarce resources among its citizens by 2030. Economic growth sustained over time is crucial in achieving its developmental goals. Domestic savings provide a cheap source of resources for investment that would sustain economic growth. This study explored the relationship between South Africa’s aggregate national savings and aggregate national income from 1987 to 2021. The study utilized Solow’s bivariate model and error correction-centered causality to ensure the robustness of the study results while testing the relationship between saving and economic growth. The study confirmed that aggregate national saving was positively related to South Africa’s economic growth. In the short run, deviations from the long-run paths were partly corrected in the present period. In addition, the study found aggregate national saving Granger caused short- and long-term economic growth. The general policy recommendation is that the Government of South Africa should remove bottlenecks to aggregate national saving mobilization efforts by implementing pro-saving fiscal and monetary policies. High saving rates will stimulate income growth through investments in productive sectors, reducing poverty and inequality.
Urban Defense Index for City Branding: A Case Study of Five Cities in Kalimantan
Authors: Wadjdi Achmad Farid , Namora Yan , Rahardjo Eko , Holdun Moh Ibnu
Published: December 2023

This paper proposes a new model of urban security for city branding in Indonesia, which aims to address the gap in city branding indices lacking safety and security factors. The proposed model, the Urban Defense Index (UDI), measures a region’s ability to manage risks and handle security threats in urban areas. The UDI is calculated based on three sub-indices: Threats Disruptions- Obstacles- Challenges (TDOC), Posture, and Stability, which use objective and subjective measurements. A case study uses the proposed model to measure five Kalimantan cities’ urban defense readiness levels. The study found that Stability, Posture, and TDOC are essential factors in determining the level of urban defense readiness in the cities. Future research can address the limitations of the UDI model proposed in this study and expand the UDI model to include other factors that affect urban security.
Foreign Exchange Market Pressure, Exchange Rate and Trade Balance in Nigeria: Is There Evidence of the J-Curve Effect?
Authors: Akighir David Terfa
Published: December 2023

The paper examined the relationship between the pressure in the exchange market, exchange rate, and trade balance in Nigeria to ascertain whether or not the J-Curve effects exist. The investigation was anchored on the Marshal-Lerner and the J-Curve theories using annual time series data from 1986 to 2021. The Structural Vector Autoregressive (SVAR) technique was employed, and the findings revealed that the pressure in the exchange market exerts a strong contemporaneous positive effect on the exchange rate in the country. Also, the findings showed that the exchange rate has a strong contemporaneous negative effect on the trade balance. Furthermore, the long-run results indicated that the exchange rate has a positive but weak effect on the country’s trade balance. Based on these findings, it was concluded that the relationship that exists among foreign exchange market pressure, exchange rate, and balance of trade suggests the potentiality of the J-Curve effects in the economy. The study recommended that local production of goods and services in Nigeria should be strengthened so that the depreciation of the naira would improve the trade balance. In the event of naira depreciation, domestic consumers could redirect their demand to the consumption of locally produced goods and services. Also, local production, especially in manufacturing and agricultural processing, should be encouraged, and the quality of the products be enhanced for competitive exportation to improve the trade balance in the country. The policy implication is that policymakers can leverage naira depreciation as a policy tool to enhance Nigeria’s balance of trade.
Ethnic and Religious Tolerance in Indonesia
Authors: Wijaksono Agung
Published: December 2023

This research focuses on the factors that influence tolerance in Indonesia. In this study, tolerance is seen from a person's attitude towards religious and ethnic differences. Data used are the results of Sosial Ekonomi Nasional Modul Sosial Budaya dan Pendidikan (Susenas MSBP) survey in 2021 conducted by Badan Pusat Statistik (BPS). This study uses ordinal logistic regression analysis and the results show that demographic factors (residence area and age) and socio-economic factors (education, poverty status, working status, and interaction with others) are the main factors that influence tolerance attitudes in Indonesia. individuals who live in urban areas, are highly educated, and interact with others, are more tolerant in accepting leaders, friends, and activities from different religions and ethnic groups. Older people have a higher tolerance attitude than younger people in accepting leaders of different religions and ethnicities. Poor households are more likely to accept leaders and friends of different religions and ethnicities, but less likely to accept leaders and activities of different ethnicities. The results also show that working individuals are less likely to accept activities from different religions/ethnic groups.