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Morte digna como direito: visibilidade jurídica da finitude
Authors: Gonzaga Álvaro de Azevedo , Falleiros Lucia Alonso , Labruna Felipe
Published: June 2024

Resumo O direito à morte digna é majoritariamente ignorado pelo ordenamento brasileiro. Essa invisibilidade do processo de finitude e suas consequências são tema deste estudo, que objetiva realizar um levantamento exploratório para identificar pontos relevantes que devem ser desenvolvidos para garantir um processo de finitude digno. Foram analisadas 50 publicações, mediante levantamento online e físico de obras publicadas até março de 2023. Os estudos analisados expressam preocupação com dilemas éticos do cuidar do ser humano em finitude, mas não analisam formas existentes de tutela da finitude nem quais searas ainda são carentes de normatização para dar eficácia a esse cuidado. Espera-se que esta pesquisa contribua para fortalecer o olhar crítico ao tema, considerando as atuais tutelas da finitude, os limites legais do Estado e os potenciais passos futuros para fazer avançar os estudos aplicados à atualização prática do ordenamento brasileiro.
Unconstitutionality of criminalizing physicians for the practice of euthanasia
Authors: Araújo Paulo Roberto Lemos de
Published: June 2024

Abstract This study aimed to show the unconstitutionality of applying arts. 121 and 122 of the Brazilian Penal Code to the practice of euthanasia. To this end, we carried out a critical analysis of these articles, considering the constitutional foundations and cases of patients with severe and incurable diseases affected by unbearable suffering. It was based on the Brazilian Federal Constitution, the doctrine of constitutional law, and the Direct Action for the Declaration of Unconstitutionality 3,510-DF/2008. After the analysis, we found incompatibility of these articles with the constitutional framework, concluding that the application of these legal provisions to the practice of euthanasia usurps citizen autonomy to protect only one dimension of life, at the expense of violating fundamental rights: dignity of the human person, freedom, inviolability of private life, and not being subjected to torture or inhuman or degrading treatment.
Ethical reasoning in medical decisions: the physician-patient dilemma
Authors: Andrade Guilherme de Souza Almeida , Alves Gustavo Pires , Melo Tauá Alves , Santos Vitória Amaro dos , Oliveira Adailson Henrique Miranda de
Published: June 2024

Abstract Ethics is essential to ensure responsible medical practice, committed to the well-being of patients and society. Hence, understanding patient autonomy and their active participation in decisions about treatments and medical procedures is paramount. A systematic literature review was conducted on articles published between December 2008 and May 2023 to assist in the ethical debate and professional conduct about what should be considered in a conflict between the medical decision and the patient’s wishes, and thus provide perspectives on how to manage this issue. The 18 articles selected address ethical issues related to physician-patient relations, highlighting the importance of advance directives, honest communication and respect for patient autonomy. We aim to provide perspectives and guidelines for managing ethical conflicts in medical practice.
Razonamiento ético en las decisiones médicas: dilema médico-paciente
Authors: Andrade Guilherme de Souza Almeida , Alves Gustavo Pires , Melo Tauá Alves , Santos Vitória Amaro dos , Oliveira Adailson Henrique Miranda de
Published: June 2024

Resumen La ética es esencial para garantizar una práctica médica responsable y comprometida con el bienestar de los pacientes y la sociedad. Así, es fundamental comprender la autonomía del paciente y su participación activa en las decisiones sobre tratamientos y procedimientos médicos. Se realizó una revisión sistemática de la literatura entre diciembre de 2018 y mayo de 2023, con el objetivo de aportar al debate ético y la conducta profesional sobre lo que debe considerarse en una situación de conflicto entre la decisión médica y la voluntad del paciente, y así proporcionar perspectivas sobre la gestión de este tema. Los 18 artículos seleccionados abordan cuestiones éticas sobre la relación médico-paciente, destacando la importancia de las voluntades anticipadas, la comunicación honesta y el respeto a la autonomía del paciente. Así, se espera ofrecer perspectivas y directrices para gestionar los conflictos éticos en la práctica médica.
Consentimento e esclarecimento: dever e direito à informação em odontologia
Authors: Farias Zilda Betânia Barbosa Medeiros de , Silveira Márcia Maria Fonseca da , Silva Richardson , Santos Rebeka Thiara Nascimento dos , Sobral Ana Paula Veras
Published: June 2024

Resumo Estudos acerca do consentimento informado de paciente no âmbito da odontologia são escassos e apresentam divergências, evidenciando a necessidade de aprofundar o conhecimento sobre definições, dinâmica, atos normativos, jurisprudência e limites de responsabilidade diante de fatores diversos e riscos inerentes à profissão. Por meio de revisão bibliográfica que incluiu estudos indexados nas bases de dados SciELO e LILACS, bem como livros-texto, buscou-se definir o que se entende por consentimento livre e esclarecido do paciente, distinguir diferentes tipos e destacar a denominada “escolha esclarecida”, considerando que a atividade do cirurgião-dentista é classificada como serviço e é regulamentada pela Constituição Federal de 1988, Código de Defesa do Consumidor, Código Civil e leis especiais. Diante disso, busca-se verificar se é possível melhorar a obtenção do consentimento informado do paciente, transformando-a em processo de escolha esclarecida que considere tratamentos adequadamente indicados cuja finalidade principal é a saúde.
Espiritualidade e religiosidade na prática médica em um hospital universitário
Authors: Nogueira Eduarda Fileto , Fernandes João Paulo Moreira , Camargo Gabriel David , Assis Vitor Tavares de , Scalia Luana Araújo Macedo
Published: June 2024

Resumo A religiosidade e a espiritualidade desempenham papéis cruciais na medicina, especialmente na abordagem centrada no paciente, melhorando a relação médico-paciente. Apesar disso, muitos médicos ainda subutilizam esses recursos, muitas vezes devido a insegurança ao lidar com a esfera pessoal da vida dos pacientes. Para abordar essa questão, conduziu-se pesquisa com 128 médicos, incluindo residentes, em um hospital universitário de Minas Gerais, entre agosto e dezembro de 2021, mediante aplicação dos questionários Inventário de Religiosidade de Duke e Escala Multidimensional de Reatividade Interpessoal, além de questões levantadas em estudos anteriores sobre saúde e espiritualidade. Com isso, buscou-se avaliar de que forma profissionais percebem a importância da religiosidade e da espiritualidade na prática clínica e sua relação com posturas éticas e humanistas. Os resultados revelaram correlação significativa entre as duas escalas, indicando associação positiva entre religiosidade e espiritualidade e empatia.
O filantrocapitalismo e a terceira geração da privatização da educação paulista
Authors: Adrião Theresa , Drabach Nadia , Garcia Teise , Santos Maria José Masé B. dos
Published: June 2024

Resumo Este artigo caracteriza a terceira geração da privatização da educação paulista, compreendida como resultado da incidência articulada de atores privados de base empresarial, organizados de forma sistêmica e institucional O sentido do processo apoia-se em Belfield e Levin ( 2002 ) e pressupõe a transferência de atividades e responsabilidades do governo estadual paulista para organizações privadas sobre três dimensões da política da educação: currículo, oferta educacional e gestão educativa (Adrião, 2018 ). O artigo compreende o período correspondente à vigência do formato original do Programa Compromisso São Paulo pela Educação, de 2011 a 2018, e analisa longitudinalmente as consequências do Programa Educação Integral (PEI) em dezesseis escolas piloto. Os dados derivam de pesquisa documental em páginas da web, documentos oficiais e bancos de dados. Os resultados indicam que: não há dados públicos sobre os programas analisados; o PEI não alterou condições de oferta ou impactou profundamente escolas que, em sua maioria, já estavam acima da média das demais; e a instalação da gestão corporativa da educação exercida por associações privadas foi capitaneada por filantrocapitalistas, que passaram a exigir retornos e evidências dos resultados de seus investimentos privados, condição que se contrapõe à gestão democrática da educação.
A escuta de imagens na pesquisa narrativa com jovens
Authors: Brenner Ana Karina , Carrano Paulo Cesar Rodrigues
Published: June 2024

Resumo Neste artigo apresentamos um conjunto de ferramentas metodológicas qualitativas utilizadas em pesquisa desenvolvida realizando escuta de jovens estudantes de ensino médio na cidade do Rio de Janeiro. Realizamos entrevistas narrativas utilizando dispositivos fotográficos com estilo dialógico e reflexivo de interação entre entrevistadores e jovens entrevistados. Foi realizado um grupo de discussão para sondar representações coletivas sobre temas-chave da pesquisa para o qual utilizou-se de um varal de fotos para animar a discussão. Três jovens receberam máquina fotográfica digital para a produção de fotografias expressivas sobre seus percursos de vida. Também produziram vídeos que compuseram o filme de pesquisa lançado em 2018. As fotografias produzidas e interpretadas pelos jovens permitiram a compreensão sobre processos de subjetivação e interações realizadas em seus contextos sociais de referência, tais como aqueles relacionados com a vida familiar, o trabalho e a escola.
Ethnopharmacology, genetic diversity, phytochemistry and pharmacological effects of Panax vietnamensis Ha et Grushv.: A review
Authors: Ngau Tran Hoang , Dieu Chau Phan Kim , Hue Chau Phan Kim , Huynh Duyen Thi Ngoc , Do Bich Hang , Huynh Luong Do
Published: June 2024

Ginseng is considered as a beneficial herbal remedy and over recent years its efficacy and safety have been verified in clinical therapy. There are two typical species of ginseng including Asian and American ginseng. The varieties of both species have been applied for commercialized materials in different stages of processing from raw to processed products. Panax vietnamensis Ha et Grushv. (P. vietnamensis) belongs to Asian ginseng and has been utilized as effective herbal remedy. P. vietnamensis is believed to improve immune response, longevity and consequent health. There are more than 300 bioactive compounds have been isolated from P. vietnamensis and classified in various groups, such as ginsenosides, flavonoids, phenolics.... These biological activities consist of anti-tumor, anti-inflammatory, neu-roprotective and anti-stress, which are validated by in vitro and in vivo studies. In this review, we systematize the literatures about ethnopharmacology, major bioactive constituents, and toxicology of P. vietnamensis, which were certified by various studies. Furthermore, we also summarize the current method to micro-propagate and lists of extracting sources of bioactive compounds (root, leave, stem.) and the solvents deployed during extraction process. Therefore, this review would provide the firm-evidences and premise for the therapeutic potentials of P. vietnamensis in the future.
PENTAGONAL MICROSTRIP ANTENNA WITH FREQUENCY RECONFIGURABILITY USING PIN DIODE FOR WIRELESS NETWORKS
Authors: Mohammed Belhadj Khouloud , Ferouani Souheyla , Ziani-Kerarti Djalal , Moulfi Bouchra
Published: June 2024

This study presents a design for a frequency-reconfigurable pentagonal patch antenna for wireless networks, operating at 10 different frequencies by utilizing the switching states of PIN diodes. The size of our proposed antenna is 26.31 × 20.24 × 1.5 mm3. The insertion of four PIN diodes in the patch offers frequencies of 3.5 and 5.81 GHz in M1 mode, 2.438, 5.855, and 7.805 GHz in M2 mode, 2.715, 4.775, and 6.305 GHz in M3 mode, and 4.7375 and 6.2975 GHz in M4 mode. Therefore, the suggested design accommodates various applications as well as 4G/5G bands, WiFi, WiFi 6E, ISM band, radar, radio relay systems and communication systems, etc. This design shows good return loss across all resonant frequencies. Additionally, the structure shows satisfactory performance in terms of gain, directivity, VSWR, and bandwidth.
Mechanical characterisation of stone masonry of Batticaloa fortress, Sri Lanka
Authors: Thamboo Julian , Niroshan Ramachandran , Vijayathasan Sivajathurshana , Corradi Marco
Published: June 2024

Historical fortresses, traditionally constructed with stone masonry, require careful preservation to uphold their cultural significance. Understanding the material and mechanical characteristics of the stone masonry assemblies used in these fortresses is crucial for their conservation. Hence, an inclusive approach was taken to analyse the mechanical attributes of stone masonry utilised in a specific historical fortress in Sri Lanka. This comprehensive method involved two main steps: (a) expert evaluation and (b) non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques. This study incorporated well-established expert evaluation methods tailored for historical masonry, such as the masonry quality index, the geometric index and mechanical characterisation based on the Italian code for construction specifications. Additionally, two NDT methods – rebound hammer and ultrasonic pulse velocity testing – were employed alongside expert evaluations to understand thoroughly the mechanical properties of the stone masonry assemblies. The investigation focused on stone walls in ten different areas of the fortress, all of which were constructed using irregular and pebble stone masonry. The results obtained through NDT methods were then cross-referenced with the expert evaluations. This integrated approach effectively outlined the properties of the stone masonry assemblies, including compressive strength, Young’s modulus and shear modulus, providing a comprehensive characterisation of the structures.
A Detailed Comparison of Two New Heuristic Algorithms Based on Gazelles Behavior
Authors: Baş Emine
Published: June 2024

In this study, Mountain Gazelle Optimization (MGO) and Gazelle Optimization Algorithm (GOA) algorithms, which have been newly proposed in recent years, were examined. Although MGO and GOA are different heuristic algorithms, they are often considered the same algorithms by researchers. This study was conducted to resolve this confusion and demonstrate the discovery and exploitation success of both algorithms. While MGO developed the exploration and exploitation ability by being inspired by the behavior of gazelles living in different groups, GOA model was developed by being inspired by the behavior of gazelles in escaping from predators, reaching safe environments and grazing in safe environments. MGO and GOA were tested on 13 classical benchmark functions in seven different dimensions and their success was compared. According to the results, MGO is more successful than GOA in all dimensions. GOA, on the other hand, works faster than MGO. Additionally, MGO and GOA were tested on three different engineering design problems. While MGO was more successful in the tension/compression spring design problem and welded beam design problems, GOA achieved better results in the pressure vessel design problem. The results show that MGO improves the ability to explore and avoid local traps better than GOA. MGO and GOA are also compared with three different heuristic algorithms selected from the literature (GSO, COA, and ZOA). According to the results, MGO has shown that it can compete with new algorithms in the literature. GOA, on the other hand, lags behind comparison algorithms.
Investigation of Alkali Activated Ferrochromium Slag Composites Including Waste Marble Powder
Authors: Koç Keskinkılınç Merve , Yıldız Servet , Sekin Eronat Şule , Emiroğlu Mehmet
Published: June 2024

This study investigates the potential of alkali-activated ferrochrome slag (AAFS) as a sustainable building material in combination with waste marble powder. Na2SiO3 and various molarity levels of NaOH, were evaluated to create AAFS. The study encompasses a comprehensive analysis, including SEM, XRD, and XRF, to understand the microstructure and chemical composition of the resulting composites. Consistency tests showed that an increase in molarity of the alkali activator decreased setting times, indicating that higher NaOH concentrations led to the earlier setting of the samples. XRD analysis revealed the presence of forsterite, spinel, and other crystal phases in the alkali-activated dough samples, suggesting incomplete activation of the ferrochrome slag. Higher molarity values improved compressive strength, while the inclusion of more waste marble powder reduced due to increased porosity. Additional tests, such as density measurements, capillarity experiments, and ultrasonic pulse velocity tests, provided valuable insights into the material's physical and mechanical properties. The results showed that temperature, molarity, and presence of waste marble influenced these properties. The compressive strength achievement of approximately 15 MPa at a modest temperature of 60°C during alkaline activation expresses the exceptional performance of the mixture, with marble powder utilized at the highest proportion (30%). This not only represents an energy-efficient solution but also showcases a sustainable approach that efficiently repurposes waste materials. As a result, this study demonstrates that AAFS, when properly activated and blended with waste marble powder, can yield alkali-activated composites with promising compressive strength and potential as a sustainable building material.
Особенности трудовой мотивации работников поколения Z
Authors: Дашкова Екатерина Сергеевна , Трубникова Ольга Михайловна , Хромов Николай Иванович
Published: June 2024

Предмет: совокупность социально-трудовых и организационно-экономических отношений по поводу трудовой мотивации работников. Цель: выявление особенностей трудовой мотивации работников поколения Z и разработка направлений совершенствования систем стимулирования персонала. Дизайн исследования: теоретикометодологический базис исследования составили труды зарубежных и отечественных ученых в области трудовой мотивации и теории поколений. Инструментарий исследования представлен такими общенаучными и частными методами, как: историко-логический, системный и функциональный анализ, эмпирические исследования и обобщения, контент-анализ, сравнение. Исследование построено на изучении актуальной научной литературы по вопросам трудовой мотивации работников разных поколений. Результаты: сделан вывод о наличии у работников, относящихся к поколению Z, специфических личностных особенностей, а именно предпочтение интернета как канала общения, высокая скорость восприятия информации при клиповости мышления, гибкость, инновационность. На основе этого сформирован мотивационный профиль работников этого поколения, включающий в качестве основных факторов трудовой мотивации возможность профессионального развития, материальное стимулирование (базовый оклад, соцпакет), интересные задачи, комфортный рабочий коллектив, гибкий график работы, карьерный рост. Полученные результаты позволили сформулировать предложения по совершенствованию кадровой политики в области стимулирования персонала для современных российских предприятий.
Ключевые характеристики инвестиционной активности Воронежской области
Authors: Сотникова Людмила Николаевна , Лавлинская Анна Левоновна
Published: June 2024

Предмет: предметом данного исследования является инвестиционная активность Воронежской области в сопоставлении с инвестиционной активностью России. Цель: оценка ключевых характеристик инвестиционной активности Воронежской области и выработка мероприятий для дальнейшего ее повышения. Дизайн исследования: инвестиционный анализ прямых (инвестиции в основной капитал, в том числе на душу населения) и косвенных (валовой продукт, в том числе на душу населения, среднедушевые доходы населения, стоимость основных производственных фондов, численность предприятий и организаций) показателей инвестиционной активности страны и области, проведенный по выборке их основных характеристик, позволил выявить уровень инвестиционной активности региона и разработать мероприятия ее роста на перспективу в новых геополитических условиях. Результаты: установленный в ходе проведенного исследования состав сильных и слабых сторон инвестиционной активности Воронежской области может составить информационную базу для обоснования практических мер по ее повышению.
Декомпозиция деятельности аудируемого лица до уровня предпосылок
Authors: Панина Ирина Викторовна
Published: June 2024

Предмет: исходя из требований Международных стандартов аудита 315 (пересмотренного, 2019 г.) «Выявление и оценка рисков существенного искажения» и 330 «Аудиторские процедуры в ответ на оцененные риски», аудитор должен оценивать риски существенного искажения финансовой отчетности клиента и выполнять дальнейшие процедуры проверки, сообразные выявленным рискам, на уровне финансовой отчетности в целом и на уровне предпосылок – аспектов исследования сальдо, оборотов по счетам и раскрытий в отчетности. В силу разнообразия концепций подготовки финансовой отчетности и функционирования различных экономических субъектов Международные стандарты аудита не содержат указаний по декомпозиции деятельности аудируемого лица до уровня предпосылок. Кроме того, в стандартах предложены перечни предпосылок для сальдо и операций, но нет такого перечня для раскрытий в финансовой отчетности, непосредственно не связанных с остатками и оборотами по счетам. Предметом исследования является возможность рекомендации универсального подхода к фрагментации деятельности аудируемых лиц разных масштабов деятельности и отраслевой принадлежности до уровня предпосылок. Цель: предложить перечень предпосылок для раскрытий в финансовой отчетности, непосредственно не связанных с оборотами и сальдо по счетам; рекомендовать подход к детализации деятельности экономического субъекта до уровня предпосылок в целях аудита полного его финансовой отчетности общего назначения. Дизайн исследования: исследование проводилось на основе принципов системности, комплексности, рациональности, методов анализа, синтеза, моделирования, дедукции и индукции путем систематизации требований Международных стандартов аудита, анализа и развития имеющихся научно-практических отечественных и зарубежных разработок в области планирования аудита. Результаты: на основе комплексного анализа достоинств и недостатков существующих разработок по выделению сегментов аудита, а также дополнения принятых в Международных стандартах аудита переченей предпосылок рекомендован комплексный подход к декомпозиции деятельности экономического субъекта до уровня предпосылок в целях аудита полного комплекта его финансовой отчетности общего назначения.
Особенности и перспективы инновационного развития молочного скотоводства в России
Authors: Сабетова Татьяна Владиславовна , Артемьева Виктория Станиславовна
Published: June 2024

Предмет: предметом данного исследования являются направления, перспективы и трудности в инновационном развитии отечественного молочного скотоводства. Цель: выявление наиболее перспективных направлений инноваций в скотоводстве, оценка преград на их пути и отбор методов управления инновационным развитием отрасли. Дизайн исследования: анализ региональных, отраслевых, функциональных, технологических и организационных особенностей, влияющих на инновационные процессы в отрасли, и формирование целевых направлений ее инновационного развития. Результаты: обобщены условия, формирующие основные направления, специфику и сложность инновационного развития сельского хозяйства, и в частности – молочного скотоводства. Выделены конкретные инновационные направления развития молочного скотоводства. Инновационные достижения классифицированы на технологические, экологические и организационно-экономические. Сделан вывод о решающем значении активной позиции государства в поддержке, финансировании и управлении инновационными процессами в аграрной сфере.
Ключевые аспекты управления цифровой инновационной экосистемой экономики региона
Authors: Бессонова Елена Анатольевна , Бабичев Алексей Олегович
Published: June 2024

Предмет: в статье рассматриваются перспективы формирования и развития цифровых инновационных экосистем экономики регионов. В современных реалиях на основе цифровых технологий формируются кооперации нового типа – инновационные экосистемы, объединяющие предприятия реального сектора экономики, научные и образовательные организации, органы власти. Цель: заключается в обосновании наиболее эффективных инструментов управления региональным развитием, направленных на формирование цифровой инновационной экосистемы экономики территориального образования. Дизайн исследования: методы, применяемые для исследования цифровых инновационных экосистем экономики региона, включают в себя сравнительный системный и библиографический анализы, инструменты системного анализа. Исследование опирается на современные труды ведущих отечественных и зарубежных экономистов. Нами были рассмотрены существующие представления об «инновационных экосистемах», «цифровых экосистемах», об их характерных особенностях, элементах, на основе коллаборации вышеназванных понятий сформулировано авторское определение «цифровой инновационной экосистемы экономики региона», а также выявлены ее структурные элементы и взаимосвязи между ними. С целью обоснования перспективных направлений формирования и развития цифровой инновационной экосистемы экономики региона нами обобщены наиболее эффективные инструменты управления региональным развитием, направленные на повсеместное внедрение инновационных технологичных решений, которые способствуют переходу экономик регионов на новый, цифровой уклад. Результаты: построение инновационных экосистем в условиях цифровизации целесообразно осуществлять на уровне субъектов Российской Федерации. Практическая целесообразность построения цифровых инновационных экосистем в конкретных регионах и территориях основана на положительном влиянии таких экосистем на общее состояние, функционирование и дальнейшее социально-экономическое развитие.
Возможности и ограничения развития птицеводства в регионах дальнего востока: экологические и экономические аспекты
Authors: Бардаханова Таисия Борисовна , Иванова Сембрика Нимаевна , Сангадиева Ираида Гомбоевна , Ванчикова Елена Николаевна , Итыгилова Елена Юрьевна
Published: June 2024

Предмет: птицеводство, по мнению специалистов, можно развивать повсеместно. Однако не во всех регионах в достаточной мере развивается птицеводство и население обеспечено соответствующими продуктами, особенно в регионах Дальнего Востока. В этой связи исследование возможностей и ограничений развития птицеводства в регионах РФ является актуальным. Цель: определение места ДФО в развитии птицеводства в РФ, идентификация экономических и экологических факторов, препятствующих или способствующих развитию птицеводства в макрорегионе. Дизайн исследования: обзорное исследование параметров уровня развития отрасли птицеводства по федеральным округам в разрезе категорий хозяйств, количества и направлений деятельности птицефабрик, включая оценку уровня и дальнейших перспектив производства яиц и мяса птицы в ДФО в сравнении с другими федеральными округами. Для оценки параметров развития птицеводства использовались данные Единой межведомственной информационно-статистической системы (ЕМИСС), методы сравнительного и логического анализа. Результаты: выявлены тренды развития ДФО по отрасли птицеводства, оценены показатели макрорегиональной структуры поголовья птиц по округам, структуры поголовья птиц по категориям хозяйств, специализации птицеводческой отрасли и объема производства по округам, а также произведено сопоставление полученных результатов с объемами потребления населением продукции птицеводства. Для развития птицеводства на Дальнем Востоке необходимо проведение комплексных мероприятий. Для развития птицеводства важно инвестирование в модернизацию и улучшение инфраструктуры птицекомплексов, обучение и привлечение квалифицированных специалистов, развитие экологически безопасных технологий и учет экологических рисков
Understanding Lorentz Utilizing Galilei: The Emergence of a Friendly Extended Special Relativity Theory that Admits Relativistic Multi-Particle Entanglement
Authors: Abraham A Ungar
Published: June 2024

Special relativity theory stems from the Lorentz transformation of signature (1,3). The incorporation into special relativity of the Lorentz transformations of signature (m,n) for all m,n∈ℕ (n = 3 in physical applications) enriches the theory. The resulting enriched special relativity is a friendly extended special relativity that admits multi-particle entanglement, as demanded by relativistic quantum mechanics. The Lorentz transformation of signature (m,n) admits a novel physical interpretation induced by the intuitively clear interpretation of the Galilei transformation of signature (m,n) for all m,n > 1. In this sense we understand Lorentz utilizing Galilei in m temporal and n spatial dimensions, resulting in the emergence of multi-particle entanglement that the enriched special theory of relativity admits. Remarkably, it turns out that, for any m,n∈ℕ, the group of Lorentz transformations of signature (m,n) is the symmetry group that underlies any multi-particle system that consists of m n - dimensional entangled particles.
Different roles of sex hormones in inflammation may lead to sex-disaggregation of COVID-19 pathology
Authors: Hua Li , Tengfei Zhang , Chaofeng Han
Published: June 2024

Severe acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS‐CoV‐2), the single strain RNA virus, infection causes the global pandemic coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID‐19), in which the immune escape ability of SARS‐CoV‐2 has an important role by inhibiting antiviral innate immunity. Pattern-Recognition Receptors (PRRs), such as Retinoic acid-Inducible Gene I (RIG-I), induce antiviral innate immune responses by sensing viral nucleotides and producing type I interferons. Epidemiological investigation reveals there is sex disaggregation in that males experience more severe symptoms and suffer higher mortality from COVID‐19 than females. This review discusses the different roles of sex hormones in the immune response to SARS‐CoV‐2 infection to explain the mechanism of sex disaggregation and explore novel preventive strategies.
Cryopreservation of stem cell derived ventral midbrain neural progenitors v1
Authors: Fraser Tyra , Thompson Lachlan
Published: June 2024

This protocol outlines the cryopreservation procedure for stem cell derived neural progenitors. It can be used for the cryopreservation and long-term storage of ventral midbrain dopamine neuron progenitors at Day 13 or Day 17 of differentiation in liquid nitrogen tanks.
Immune Saturation Genome Editing (Immune SGE): Variant Analysis in T cells v1
Authors: Camp Nathan , Dawson Sam
Published: June 2024

This protocol details immune saturation genome editing (Immune SGE) and variant analysis in T cells. In brief, primary T cells are isolated from donor PBMCs, edited with a variant library centered around a guide cut site, and variants are scored based on how they affect T cell proliferation in response to T cell receptor (TCR) stimulation. This method works well for genes that regulate the response to TCR activation.
The Impact of World Pandemics on Health Services Management: The Covid 19 Experience in Nigeria and Australia v1
Authors: C Okonkwo Charles , Khanam Rasheda , Beccaria Gavin , Uba Nwose Ezekiel
Published: June 2024

This research aims to evaluate the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on health services management using the COVID-19 experiences as the major means of measure. Secondary data would be used to compare the Low and Medium-Income Countries (LMIC) and the High-Income Countries (HIC), focusing on health systems in Nigeria as a LMIC and Australia as a HIC. The research will also develop and operationalise the concept of health care workers’ experiences during pandemicsand investigate how the Covid-19 pandemic affected the health workplace, including its long- and short-term impact on HCWs health and wellbeing. This is with a view to exploring the key issues to this phenomenon and developing a theoretical framework for development of future service management intervention policies and strategies in the increasingly volatile health-care climate and workplace.
Purification of recombinant Tau Repeat Domain (TauRD) from Escherichia coli v1
Authors: Yuste-Checa Patricia
Published: June 2024

This protocol details how to efficiently purify the recombinant Tau repeat domain from Escherichia coli.
Regionális sajátosságok a felelősségteljes kutatás és innováció gyakorlatában : posztszocialista innovációs környezet hatásának vizsgálata hét Közép-Kelet Európai országban
Authors: Nádas Nikoletta
Published: June 2024

Az elmúlt évtizedben a felelősségteljes kutatás és innováció (Responsible Research and Innovation: RRI) koncepcióját sikeresen alkalmazták néhány fejlett országban. Nagyon keveset tudunk ugyanakkor az RRI alkalmazási lehetőségeiről és hatékonyságáról a kevésbé fejlett posztszocialista országokban. Az RRI gyakorlati bevezetésére szolgáló egyik módszer, a Társadalmi-Technikai Integrációs Kutatás (Socio-Technical Integration Research: STIR) hozzájárulhat a kutatás-fejlesztési és innovációs folyamatok lehetséges negatív következményeinek hatékony kezeléséhez, elősegítve ezzel a felelősségteljes innováció érvényre jutását. Hazai STIR pilot kutatások rámutattak arra, hogy az innovációs közeg jelentős hatással lehet a STIR hatékonyságára. Ezért kutatásomban a posztszocialista innovációs környezet sajátosságaihoz igazított STIR folyamatot hét posztszocialista országban teszteltem. Az adaptált megközelítést öt akadémiai hét üzleti kutatási szervezetben alkalmaztam.
Tanulmányomban arra a kérdésre keresem a választ, hogy a STIR módszertan segítségével miként mozdítható elő a felelősségteljes innováció tudatos és széles körű alkalmazása posztszocialista innovációs környezetben, az akadémiai és az üzleti szektorban egyaránt. Kutatásom rávilágít arra, hogy az adaptált STIR folyamat sikeresen alkalmazható posztszocialista innovációs környezetben. A kutatás során javultak az együttműködés feltételei a résztvevők körében. Növekedett továbbá a résztvevők tudatossága, alternatív döntési lehetőségeket mérlegelő képessége. Végezetül, számos pozitív változást azonosítottam a döntéshozatal gyakorlatában. Ugyanakkor az is világossá vált, hogy a módszertan további finomításra szorul a szélesebb körű alkalmazhatóság és a nagyobb hatás elérése érdekében.
Use of the body-oriented therapy "balls" method in the psychological recovery of military personnel
Authors:   The National Defense University of Ukraine, Kyiv, Ukraine, Kulakevich Maksym
Published: June 2024

Background. In solving the psychological challenges of today, related to the consequences of hostilities, body-oriented methods are a number step in the direction of psychological recovery of Ukrainian military personnel. These psychotechniques not only help relieve emotional stress through physical activity, but also help restore harmony between body and soul. This deep and balanced approach supports mental resilience and adapts the military personnel to difficult situations. The article is aimed at presenting the author's method of body-oriented therapy "Balls" (V.G. Shevchenko) to the wider scientific community and its use in the psychological recovery of military personnel – participants in the russianUkrainian war. It is also important to substantiate the expediency of using this technique as one of the tools for comprehensive psychological recovery of combatants who have survived combat stress. Methods. The research used such theoretical methods as analysis, systematization and generalization of psychological data on the research problem. An analysis of scientific sources on psychological assistance to military personnel using body-oriented approaches was carried out, as well as a synthesis of this information for a better understanding of modern theoretical aspects of psychological recovery using the "Balls" technique. Results. Primarily effective – the five-level training technique "Balls" as a complex of thirteen basic exercises with constantly increasing tasks was decoded within the framework of pilot projects of medical and psychological rehabilitation of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine (2018) on the basis of the Military Medical Clinical Center of the Southern Region in the Odesa region and the base of winter sports "Tysovets" in the Lviv region, which covered about 700 of military personnel – participants in hostilities. Conclusions. A military personnel, after participating in training using the body-oriented "Balls" method, will experience positive changes in the perception and overcoming of stress, will gain new knowledge and skills in psychological self-regulation and will improve the quality of sleep, restore psychological balance, strengthen his internal resources and improve the general well-being It has been established that, in addition to the body-oriented effect, the "Balls" technique develops both simple and complex locomotion, promotes the development of psychomotor grace and contains both preventive and therapeutic effects in overcoming the effects of stress.
Forecasting methods for financial support of military capability during the democratisation
Authors:   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine, Syzov Alim , Koval Oles ,   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine, Khomych Denys ,   The National Defense University of Ukraine, Kyiv, Ukraine, Paslavskyi Mykola ,   The National Defense University of Ukraine, Kyiv, Ukraine
Published: June 2024

Background . The progressive exhaustion of Ukraine's economy due to the war, which, among other things, led to industrial, demographic, and environmental crises, forced the Government to look for reliable external sources of financial borrowing and material and humanitarian support as well as implementing efficient mechanisms of internal financial sources. During the first year of the Russian-Ukrainian war, international financial support, together with the monetary policy of the National Bank of Ukraine in terms of the emission of funds, was crucial to stabilising the stagnating economy. However, in the following years, the Government pursued an exceptional external and internal borrowing policy, which led us to identify the main bases for verification of the impact of financial support on the development and maintenance of an adequate level of Ukraine's military capability in the context of democratisation, – an essential requirement for Euro-Atlantic integration. The purpose of the article is to make predictions and provide practical recommendations for continuing the relatively successful policy of the Government of Ukraine and the National Bank of Ukraine to attract external and internal borrowing to fill the state budget, allocate funds for the needs of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine and use financial resources efficiently to ensure national and economic security. The object of the study is the financial support of military capability, i. e. trust funds and Western aid. Methods . To achieve the research objective, we used the method of analysis and hypothesis formulation based on observations of the phenomena that most accurately describe military and economic indicators. The hypothesis was confirmed and established on regression analysis, trends, and forecasts. Results . The indicator of financial support to the state budget from democratic governments is highlighted as well as national trust funds. The variance indicators of democratisation, economic growth and military expenditures are determined. The data of the above indicators are analysed using the double-squared method, and their forecasting was made. Conclusions . It has been found that financial support, due to the appropriate democratisation of public administration processes, is the primary basis for developing Ukraine's military capability.
Administrative and legal regulation of social protection of military personnel and their families: swiss model
Authors:   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine, Petkov Sergey , Makarova Tetiana ,   Tavriysk National University named after V.I. Vernadskyi, Ukraine
Published: June 2024

Background. The relevance of studying the experience of administrative and legal regulation of social protection of military personnel in the leading democratic countries of the world is of great importance for its consideration and implementation in the period of formation of modern social rights of military personnel and members of their families in the context of a full-scale war in Ukraine. This paper examines the Swiss model of military service, which is based on the absolute unity of the people and the army, the citizen and the State, and the purposeful work of the administrative and legal mechanism for the comprehensive protection of human rights, including those of military personnel. The purpose of the article is to study the experience of leading democratic countries, in particular, the Swiss model of military service, with a view to creating a modern administrative and legal regulation of social protection of military personnel and their families in the context of a full-scale war in Ukraine, and to formulate practical proposals for the introduction of a fair and transparent mechanism of social guarantees for military personnel and their families based on the national traditions of the Cossacks and democratic achievements. Methods. The research was conducted using general scientific methods of analysis, synthesis and formal legal method. The use of the above methodological tools made it possible to analyze and highlight the information from the sources and legal acts, to clarify the content of the legal provisions of these acts and to obtain new knowledge reflected in the material presented. Results. The analysis resulted in the identification of information on the administrative and legal regulation of social protection of military personnel and their families in the Swiss model of military service, which is based on the police principle, as well as the issue of fulfillment of civil duty by members of Swiss society regarding compulsory military service, the basis of which is a comprehensive, fair and understandable mechanism of administrative and legal support by the state for the social rights of military personnel. Conclusions. Several conclusions and proposals aimed at improving the regulation of administrative and legal support for the social rights of military personnel and their families in Ukraine have been developed. In the context of a full-scale war, Ukraine needs to create an army that will become an integral and essential part of Ukrainian society.
Improving Patient Satisfaction through Bedside Shift Report
Authors:   , Freed Kaitlyn , Poyss Alicemarie R.
Published: June 2024

Effective communication between healthcare providers and providers to patients is crucial in the delivery of quality healthcare. Miscommunication between healthcare providers is one of the largest causes of medical errors, as high as 80% (Jaber et al., 2022) and a large barrier to patient satisfaction. Bedside shift report (BSR) is an evidence-based practice that enables nurses to engage patients and family members during nurse-to-nurse handoff. It also supports and promotes important safety measures during handoff. Competency and compliance to bedside shift report is a challenge many microsystems face. This capstone project seeks to discover the gaps in quality bedside shift report of a specific microsystem to improve patient satisfaction. The study design is a gap analysis of current bedside shift report practice compared to the hospital policy. Data collection for this project is a self-administered survey of performance. A data collection survey tool is created and analysis of the results evaluates what aspects of the BSR policy that nurses are or are not following. The results of this project highlighted several practice gaps in each overarching aspect of BSR: patient engagement, safety measures, and information handoff. Interventions, such as simulation experience and formal annual education, to standardize and hardwire quality BSR are recommended. These strategies lead toward financial, quality, and safety benefits for the microsystem as well as the larger organization.
Efficient Selection and Evaluation of Suppliers: A Model for a Microenterprise in the Textile Sector in Lima, Peru
Authors:   Ingenieria de Gestion Empresarial, Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas, Lima, Peru, Muñoz-Corales Ninuzka Alondra
Published: June 2024

In Peru, the textile sector has experienced a decline in recent years and generates a significant number of direct and indirect jobs. One of the main causes of this is a destabilized supply chain, and supplier management is one of the main obstacles. To improve the fulfillment of the orders of the companies with their final customers, be competitive and to establish a balance and good agreements with their suppliers in a situation of uncertainty, with this study a supplier management model has been developed. It is based on Supply Chain Reference Model and Supplier Potential Matrix which give the framework to evaluate those suppliers who can help to streamline the supply chain. The success of the study is reflected on savings and time reduction for the procurement process.
Optimization Studies for Extraction of Copper from Rocks
Authors: Walke Santosh , Manappallil Joy Varghese , Al Saadi Abeer , Al Khusaibi Manahil
Published: June 2024

This study investigates the optimization of quantitative analysis and extraction of copper from rocks in Oman. The focus is on enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of these processes for sustainable mining operations. The research employs Response Surface Methodology (RSM) to identify the optimal conditions for extracting copper using phosphoric acid boiling and thermite mixture methods. X-Ray Diffraction (XRD) is employed to characterize the extracted samples and understand the mineralogical compositions. The RSM analysis revealed the optimal conditions for copper extraction using phosphoric acid boiling. X-ray diffraction analysis of the extracted copper samples showed that the majority of the copper was extracted as metallic Copper (Cu). The optimization of these processes is crucial for improving the efficiency and sustainability of mining operations in the country. X-ray diffraction analysis provides valuable insights into the mineralogical composition of the extracted samples, which can be used to optimize the extraction processes further.
Drilling of a Directional Exploration Well in Turkmenistan in the Waters of the Caspian Sea
Authors: Deryaev Annaguly
Published: June 2024

The purpose of this study was to optimise directional drilling of exploration wells in the Caspian Sea area of Turkmenistan to improve efficiency and reduce environmental impact. The methods employed include the analytical method, classification method, functional method, statistical method, and synthesis method. The study analysed the experience of drilling a directional exploration well in the North Goturdepe field in South-West Turkmenistan with a bottom hole offset of more than 1000 m from the wellhead under anticentral intracavity pressure conditions. The findings of the study confirmed the effectiveness of the new methods to increase hydrocarbon production, reduce time costs, and mitigate the negative impact on the natural environment. This study emphasised not only the significance of modern technological solutions in the energy industry but also their substantial contribution to the sustainable development of the region and energy security.