bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Kur Muji fliste me kalin turqisht
Authors: Hatibi Elton
Published: February 2025

Atmosfera e kulturës osmane është e pranishme në tekstet e Eposit të Kreshnikëve. Kjo vërehet, jo vetëm në sajë të fjalorit të pasur me turqizma, por edhe në aspekte të tjera të sjelljes dhe të gjendjes materiale të botës ku jetojnë kreshnikët. Më i dukshëm ky ndikim shfaqet në kulturën e trajnimit dhe të përdorimit të kuajve, që reflekton një aspekt të historisë ushtarake osmane, ku shqiptarët dhe popuj të tjerë të Ballkanit ishin aktivisht pjesmarrës. Mbarështimi dhe trajnimi i kuajve për qëllime ushtarake ishte një domosdoshmëri në rrethet ushtarake osmane, të paktën në periudhën klasike të kësaj perandorie. Në shumë këngë të Eposit të Kreshnikëve dëshmohet ky replikim, ku heronj të ndryshëm komunikojnë në gjuhën turke me kuajt e tyre të trajnuar, për të realizuar veprime konkrete të ndikuar nga rrethanat. Këtë lloj komunikim e kemi konsideruar si tipologji “realiste”, kundrejt një tjetër lloji komunikimi, që e kemi konsideruar “fantastike”. Ky lloj i dytë komunikimi konsiston më tepër në përmasën legjendare të Eposit. Ndikim tjetër nga kultura osmane është dhe trajtimi veterinar i kuajve, që e gjejme si reflektim të traktateve të mirënjohura të kohës, me prejardhje nga abasitët dhe mamlukët. Në Epos është i pranishëm dhe klasifikimi i kuajve, kryesisht përmes ngjyrave të tyre, ngjashëm si në kulturat turkike, arabe dhe osmane. Nuk mungojnë dhe të dhëna për ndikime legjendash dhe mitesh të kulturave myslimane, me përfshirjen e figurave simbolike si Dyldyli, apo dhe ai i kalit fluturues.
Orientalizmi dhe Orientalizmi i Kthyer Mbrapsht
Authors: Al-’Azm Sadik Jalal
Published: February 2025

Në librin[1] e tij të debatuar ashpër, Edward Saidi na njofton me temën e “Orientalizmit” përmes një këndvështrimi gjerësisht historik, i cili e vendos interesimin Evropian me Orientin brenda kontekstit të ekspansionit historik të përgjithshëm të Evropës borgjeze moderne jashtë kufijve të saj tradicionale dhe në kurriz të pjesës tjetër të botës në formë të nënshtrimit, plaçkitjes dhe eksploatimit të saj. Në këtë kuptim, Orientalizmi mund të jetë i konsideruar si një fenomen kompleks dhe në rritje, që rrjedh nga trendi i përgjithshëm historik të ekspansionit Evropian dhe përfshin: një set të tërë institucionesh në zgjerim, një trup të krijuar dhe kumulativ të teorisë dhe praktikës, një superstrukturë ideologjike e përshtatshme me aparatin e supozimeve, bindjeve, imazheve, produkteve letrare të komplikuara, si dhe racionalizime (për të mos përmendur themelin e interesave komerciale, ekonomike dhe strategjike me rëndësi jetike). Unë do ta quaj këtë fenomen Orientalizmi Institucional.
Implementation of the Talking Stick Method in Islamic Education Learning as an Effort to Improve Student Learning Outcomes in Elementary Schools
Authors: Jailani
Published: February 2025

This study aims to improve student learning outcomes by applying the talking stick method. This study is a classroom action research. The subjects of this study were elementary school students. Data collection techniques used were observation and tests. The data obtained were then analyzed using descriptive statistical techniques. The results of the study indicate that the talking stick method can improve elementary school students' learning outcomes. This can be seen from the increase in the average student learning which experienced an average increase with details of the first cycle 70.35, the second cycle 79.61 and the third cycle 87.03. Furthermore, the percentage of student completion also increased in each cycle with details of the first cycle 69.33%, the second cycle 76.57% and the third cycle 92.67%. Therefore, the talking stick method can be used as an alternative learning method for elementary school students.
Islamic Education Teachers' Strategies in Fostering the Morals of Vocational High School Students
Authors: Syafruddin
Published: February 2025

The process of guidance and moral development for students is a momentum to overcome all kinds of student actions that lead to behavior that is not in accordance with norms, so that guidance and counseling provide solutions and alternatives for all kinds of problems faced by students. In order to develop their morals, Islamic Religious Education teachers need to use special strategies so that they are expected to have a positive impact on improving their religious beliefs and developing their morals. This research aims to: (1) examine in depth the strategies used by Islamic Religious Education (PAI) teachers in developing students' morals at SMK in Aceh, (2) analyzing the moral development patterns implemented, (3) identifying supporting factors and obstacles in the process of moral development. This research uses a descriptive qualitative approach, with data collection techniques through observation, interviews and documentation. The results of this research show that PAI teachers at SMK in Aceh use various strategies to develop students' morals, including example, habituation, advice, punishment and training. The moral development pattern implemented at SMK Aceh includes various routine activities such as reading prayers and the Koran before starting learning and special programs such as recitations and lectures once a week. Supporting factors in moral development at SMK in Aceh  include commitment and good cooperation between teachers, parents and students, as well as a school environment that supports moral development through various positive activities. Apart from that, support from the school in providing programs that support moral development is also an important factor. Several inhibiting factors include the lack of supporting facilities and infrastructure such as special rooms for religious activities and the negative influence of the environment outside the school which can influence student behavior.
Kant, o suprassensível e o surrealismo
Authors: Kangussu Imaculada
Published: February 2025

Em carta, de 20-08-1954, à conhecida escritora norte-americana, sua amiga Mary McCarthy, Hannah Arendt escreveu que o crucial, na filosofia de Kant, é que, para ele, a mais elevada das faculdades humanas é a de julgar (e não a de raciocinar, como em Descartes, ou a de estabelecer conclusões uma após a outra, como em Hegel). É sobre o ato de ajuizar que discorreremos neste texto, seguindo o desenrolar do pensamento kantiano, para nos aproximarmos do surrealista.
Strategije smanjenja otpada od hrane i njihov učinak na očuvanje okoliša
Authors: Jež Rogelj Mateja , Kurahović Maida , Kovačićek Tihana , Hadelan Lari , Zrakić Sušac Magdalena , Mikuš Ornella
Published: February 2025

Analizom sadržaja sekundarnih izvora podataka objedinjeni su rezultati prethodnih studija u kojima su istražene različite strategije za smanjenje otpada od hrane. Cilj je rada identificirati učinkovite strategije te politike, zakonske propise za smanjenje otpada i njihov potencijalni doprinos očuvanju okoliša. Rezultati pokazuju da strategije poput prevencije otpada, redistribucije viška hrane i recikliranja pružaju korisne smjernice za djelovanje u borbi protiv prehrambenog otpada i zaštiti okoliša za buduće generacije kroz stvaranje održivijeg i otpornijeg prehrambenog sustava.
Factores de desarrollo municipal
Authors:   Economista, Varela José Antonio
Published: February 2025

Este trabajo se presenta como una fuente de información más a utilizar en el diseño de bases geográficas para el uso de los instrumentos de política de desarrollo regional Consiste en un Análisis de Componentes Principales realizado sobre la base territorial de los municipios de la CAPV. Las variables empleadas aluden fundamentalmente a la evolución económica entre los años 1975 y 1986 y se refieren al mercado de trabajo, población y variables de equípamíento de nivel de vida o recursos para «el bienestar». El objetivo del análisis es la extracción e identificación de factores que sintetizan y resumen la información. Se completa el trabajo con una proyección de los resultados sobre algunas agrupaciones municipales que han sido o son el soporte territorial de actuaciones en política regional.
El mercado de la madera y la industria transformadora del pino insignis del País Vasco
Authors:   ZTB, Eizmendi Cialceta Jesús Mª
Published: February 2025

Estamos asistiendo a un momento interesante de cambio y desarrollo en este sector. La menor utilización de nuestra madera para pastas papeleras, el crecimiento de nuestra industria de aserrío y la orientación de la madera de insignis a usos de mayor valor ha generado un fuerte problema en el sector transformador. Los aserradores se han enfrentado a esta situación con dos estrategias diferentes. Por un lado han mejorado su equipamiento y técnicas y, por otro, ofrecen transformados de mayor calidad. En pocos años el pino insignis ha pasado de ser un producto de baja calidad a incorporarse a la lista de materiales apreciados y utilizarse en la industria del mueble y la construcción como ornamento y estructura especializada.
'Comercio-Industria agroalimentaria: situación y perspectivas
Authors:   EROSKI, S. Coop., Ormaza Landabaso Iñaki
Published: February 2025

La concentración en el comercio y la dinámica empresarial del mismo vienen influyendo sustancialmente en el sector agroalimentario. El presente artículo repasa inicialmente ambas vertientes para poner de relieve, seguidamente, los rendimientos para el distribuidor de los distintos tipos de productos. A continuación, se anticipan las orientaciones que adoptará el distribuidor en relación a los artículos agroalimentaríos, en el horizonte del año 2000, sobresaliendo el papel otorgado a los productos de marca de distribuidor y a las Eurocentrales de compra. Finalmente, se presentan algunas opciones estratégicas para responder mejor al escenario apuntado.
The Analysis Study of Relationship of Breast Arterial Calcifications on Mammography to Predict Elevated Risk of Coronary Artery Disease: A Comprehensive Systematic Review
Authors: Rendi Rafsanjani  , Bintara Ayu Putri  , Mutiara Nurul Mahabbah
Published: February 2025

Background: Breast arterial calcifications (BAC) are medial arterial calcifications visualized as linear "tram-track" deposits in the breast vasculature on mammograms. Women with BAC have been found to have higher coronary artery calcium (CAC) scores and increased prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors such as diabetes, hypertension, and chronic kidney disease. This systematic review aims to comprehensively evaluate the current evidence on the relationship between BAC and CAD risk.  Methods: The study followed PRISMA 2020 guidelines, reviewing English-language publications from 2015 to 2025. Editorials, duplicate reviews from the same journal, and papers lacking a DOI were excluded. The literature search was conducted using PubMed, SagePub, SpringerLink, and Google Scholar. Result: A total of 2,172 articles were initially identified through online databases (PubMed, SagePub, SpringerLink, and Google Scholar). After three rounds of screening, eight relevant studies were selected for full-text analysis. Conclusion: The relationship between BAC and CAD is well-supported by retrospective studies, demonstrating significant associations with coronary calcification, cardiovascular risk factors, and disease severity. While BAC may not serve as a standalone diagnostic tool, its potential as an adjunct marker for CAD risk stratification is promising.
The Analysis Study of Effect of Vitamin D Supplementation to Cognition in Older Adults : A Comprehensive Systematic Review
Authors: Intan Ayuningtyas  , Radiasti Maharani  , Risca Hijrianti  , Charles Sanjaya Seikka
Published: February 2025

Background: Cognitive decline is a significant public health concern among older adults, affecting memory, executive function, and overall quality of life. This systematic review aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the current evidence on the effects of vitamin D supplementation on cognition in older adults. Methods: The study followed PRISMA 2020 guidelines, reviewing English-language publications from 2015 to 2025. Editorials, duplicate reviews from the same journal, and papers lacking a DOI were excluded. The literature search was conducted using PubMed, SagePub, SpringerLink, and Google Scholar. Result: A total of 2,172 articles were initially identified through online databases (PubMed, SagePub, SpringerLink, and Google Scholar). After three rounds of screening, eight relevant studies were selected for full-text analysis. Conclusion: Vitamin D supplementation shows potential in improving cognitive function in older adults, especially those with insufficiency or impairments. However, further research with larger, long-term trials is needed to define optimal doses, timing, and cognitive domains for supplementation benefits.
ASSESSMENT OF KNOWLEDGE ON BASIC LIFE SUPPORT (BLS) AMONG LAY PERSON IN TIRUVALLUR DISTRICT
Authors: B Pandian , Sarathi Sathiyalatha , Hemavathy V. , H Hema V , M Parameswari , A Jenifar Monisha , Nightingale Florence , J Ebin Samuel
Published: February 2025

Introduction: Basic life support (BLS) refers to the provision of fundamental life-saving interventions to individuals experiencing a medical emergency. The study aimed at assessing the knowledge of Basic Life Support (BLS) among laypersons in Tiruvallur District.Methods: The present study adopted a cross-sectional descriptive study. The sample is estimated as 100 by using power analysis. The inclusion criteria for the sample were residents of Tiruvallur district, layperson with no formal medical training and Individual who were available during the study period. Health care professional and individuals with prior formal training in BLS or advanced life support were excluded from the study. Ethical approval was obtained from the college authorities prior to data collection.Results: The results show that the majority of participants (70%) have inadequate knowledge of BLS, with critical gaps in CPR techniques and AED use. Significant associations were found between knowledge levels and age, education, occupation, and prior BLS awareness, while gender and residence showed no impact. These findings highlight the need for targeted BLS education and awareness programs.Conclusions: The study concluded that the there is a significant lack of BLS knowledge among laypersons, with most participants showing inadequate understanding and 80% unaware of BLS.The study highlights the sustained efforts are needed to improve BLS education and training, targeting both healthcare professionals and the general public, to enhance the community's ability to respond to cardiac emergencies and improve survival rates.
INCIDENCE OF ASCENDING URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS IN ELDERLY PATIENTS ADMITTED TO THE MEDICAL ICU
Authors: Minarey Meeth , Minarey Naikey , Makwana Deepak , Bharadwaj Shwetanjali
Published: February 2025

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are among the most common nosocomial infections, particularly in elderly patients admitted to the Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU). These infections, often ascending in nature, can lead to severe complications such as sepsis and multi-organ failure.
This study investigates the incidence, risk factors, microbiological profile, and clinical outcomes of ascending UTIs in elderly ICU patients. A retrospective cohort study was conducted on 500 elderly MICU patients over a two-year period (2022–2023). The incidence of ascending UTIs was 28%, with Escherichia coli (55%) and Klebsiella pneumoniae (25%) being the predominant pathogens. Prolonged catheterization, diabetes, and immunosuppression were identified as major risk factors. 32% of affected patients developed sepsis, and the mortality rate was 12%.
Our findings highlight the urgent need for improved infection control measures, judicious catheter use, and antibiotic stewardship programs to reduce the burden of UTIs in critically ill elderly patients.
Análise comparativa de implantes faciais mais utilizados para rejuvenescimento facial
Authors: Rocha Jorge Henrique Fernandes da , Xavier Melissa Gomes Vieira
Published: February 2025

Atualmente, sabe-se que o rejuvenescimento facial é constituído por características tridimensionais, envolvendo a perda da textura cutânea, da  gordura facial e ósseas devido à remodelação e redistribuição dos elementos. O presente trabalho almeja, através de uma revisão integrativa da literatura, compreender o melhor método definitivo para o rejuvenescimento facial, comparando as complicações, durabilidade e sucessos alcançados. Ao fim do trabalho, temos a confirmação de que o uso do polietileno poroso apresenta uma maior vantagem de adaptação e, consequentemente, uma menor taxa de intercorrências, sendo a principal delas as infecções. Conclui-se assim que o polietileno poroso proporciona um resultado bom resultado quanto ao rejuvenescimento, com bom contorno facial, menor taxas de intercorrências e de de abordagens, além de uma maior segurança ao logo prazo.
LAS RELACIONES DE PAREJA EN EL CONTEXTO ACTUAL. EL PAPEL DE LA COMUNICACIÓN Y LA SATISFACCIÓN MARITAL
Authors: Baldi López Graciela , Lucero Mariela Cristina
Published: February 2025

Este trabajo surge a partir del interés por investigar la relación entre la satisfacción y calidad con el vínculo de pareja y el tipo de comunicación que tienen. Se implementa un estudio empírico con metodología cuantitativa, transversal y descriptiva de poblaciones mediante encuestas.La muestra es no probabilística accidental, de 211 participantes con edades comprendidas entre los 21 y los 68 años (media: 38,88; DE: 9,64). Se administran de manera online la Escala de Ajuste Diádico (adaptación de Cáceres, 1982), la Escala de Comunicación Autopercibida en la Relación de Pareja (Iglesias García et al., 2019) y una encuesta ad hoc, teniendo en cuenta las pertinentes consideraciones éticas que rigen las prácticas investigativas.Los resultados informan un estilo comunicacional positivo se asocia con la percepción de un funcionamiento más armónico y cohesión con la pareja y viceversa. Además, en las parejas en donde uno de sus integrantes tiene una visión idealizada de la unión, hay predominio de un estilo de comunicación positiva. También, quienes han pensado en separarse manifiestan menor satisfacción con la pareja y la presencia de un estilo comunicacional negativo. Los datos revelan la importancia de la comunicación en el buen funcionamiento de la pareja como predictor de la armonía familiar.
GEREJA YANG TERLIHAT DAN GEREJA YANG TAK TERLIHAT: Analisis Eklesiologi di GPSDI Alfa Omega Kalasey
Authors: Dalonto Chriswandy Ledarora , Lengkong Nadia , Aalang Christivani , Lintong Aprilia
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi integrasi antara aspek gereja yang terlihat dan yang tak terlihat di GPSDI Alfa Omega Kalasey Dua serta mengatasi tantangan yang muncul. Penelitian ini diharapkan memberikan manfaat dengan meningkatkan pemahaman tentang keseimbangan antara struktur fisik gereja dan dimensi spiritual dalam konteks pelayanan gereja modern. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah observasi dan wawancara dengan pemimpin gereja serta jemaat untuk memahami bagaimana kedua aspek ini diterapkan dalam kehidupan gereja sehari-hari. Temuan penelitian menunjukkan bahwa GPSDI Alfa Omega Kalasey Dua memiliki struktur organisasi yang teratur dan melaksanakan kegiatan rutin seperti ibadah, pertemuan kelompok kecil, dan pelayanan sosial secara konsisten. Namun, beberapa jemaat melihat gereja hanya sebagai formalitas, yang menunjukkan adanya tantangan dalam mengintegrasikan kegiatan fisik dengan kebutuhan spiritual yang mendalam. Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini adalah bahwa keseimbangan antara gereja yang terlihat dan tak terlihat sangat penting untuk menciptakan komunitas yang harmonis dan mendukung pertumbuhan rohani jemaat. Pendekatan holistik yang menggabungkan aktivitas terorganisir dengan dukungan spiritual dapat meningkatkan efektivitas pelayanan dan memperkuat kehidupan gereja secara keseluruhan.
MISIOLOGI DALAM MENGUPAYAKAN KELESTARIAN EKOLOGI
Authors: Harefa Desetina , Tantu Centuria Iwanda , Mamarodia Laidy Tirsa , Mangawa Silfrida
Published: February 2025

Ekologi merupakan suatu masalahs sosial lingkungan atau disebut sebagai kerusakan alam, sehingga Teologi hadirdalam ekologi, guna memberikan suatu pertautan sumbangsi bagimana manusia memandang firman Allah sebagiperintah bahkan tanggungjawab yang diberikan Allah sejak awal mula manusia diciptakan; agar menjaga danmemlihara alam. Disebutlah ekoteologi, agar dari ilmu ini memberikan kesadaran pada manusia untuk tetap berelasidengan ciptaan Allah yang lain. Sehingga terjadilah suatu tatanan keadilan antar ciptaan dan bukan sikapmendenominasi atau antroposentris. Sehingga dari hal ini juga gereja berperan penting guna menyalurkan danmengubah paradigma terhadap cara pandang manusia terhadap alam. Dalam penulisan ini, peneliti menggunakanmetode kualitatif deskriptif juga menggunakan literartur yang mendukung.
Análisis de la relación entre el uso de tecnologías móviles y el rendimiento académico.
Authors: Castillo Escobar Diego Fabricio , Medina Freire Evelyn Aracelly
Published: February 2025

El presente estudio tuvo como objetivo analizar la relación entre el uso de tecnologías móviles, como smartphones, tabletas y computadoras portátiles, y el rendimiento académico de los estudiantes, en el entorno educativo. La metodología incluyó una revisión sistemática de estudios recientes, mediante el modelo PRISMA, que conlleva al análisis de datos sobre el impacto de las tecnologías móviles en el rendimiento académico, y la identificación de factores que influencian esta relación. En donde los resultados indicaron que el uso de tecnologías móviles puede tener un impacto positivo en el rendimiento académico cuando se integra de manera efectiva en el proceso educativo. Los dispositivos móviles proporcionan acceso a recursos y herramientas que pueden enriquecer el aprendizaje y fomentar la autonomía estudiantil. Sin embargo, también se observaron desafíos, como la preferencia por usar estos dispositivos para actividades recreativas en lugar de académicas, lo que puede reducir el rendimiento académico. Además, las limitaciones tecnológicas y la falta de formación en el uso de estas herramientas fueron identificadas como barreras importantes y se concluyó que, para optimizar los beneficios de las tecnologías móviles en la educación, es fundamental desarrollar estrategias que incluyan una adecuada capacitación para los docentes y políticas que promuevan el uso efectivo de estos dispositivos. La gestión equilibrada del tiempo y la motivación estudiantil son claves para mejorar el rendimiento académico. Implementar estas medidas puede ayudar a superar los desafíos y aprovechar al máximo las oportunidades que ofrecen las tecnologías móviles en el ámbito educativo.
Análisis de indicadores financieros en Cooperativas de Ahorro y Crédito del segmento 2 de la Economía Popular y Solidaria en Ecuador: Evolución y tendencias 2012-2019
Authors: Vallejo Mogrovejo Andrea
Published: February 2025

El objetivo de este estudio es analizar el Segmento 2 de La Economía Popular y Solidaria (EPS) en Ecuador, definido en el Art. 283 de la Constitución (2008). Desde entonces, este modelo económico ha crecido, destacando la cooperación sobre la individualidad. Utilizando un enfoque cuantitativo y una metodología analítica, el estudio busca determinar si el Segmento 2 ha experimentado crecimiento durante los años analizados.
El análisis se basa en datos de 41 cooperativas pertenecientes a este segmento. Para la parte estadística, se empleó una base de datos simplificada en Power BI, que resume los promedios anuales de los índices de las cooperativas, facilitando así el análisis con 8 observaciones. Además, se utilizó una base de datos más extensa para generar gráficos y realizar análisis de regresión sobre las variables estudiadas.
Se observaron similitudes en las gráficas, especialmente a partir de 2014. Esto lleva a la pregunta central del estudio: ¿Ha demostrado algún crecimiento La Economía Popular y Solidaria en el periodo 2012-2019?
Este enfoque cuantitativo permite evaluar de manera precisa el impacto y la evolución del Segmento 2 dentro de la EPS, proporcionando una visión clara de su desarrollo a lo largo de los años
A Taxa Da Blusinha E Seu Efeito Extrafiscal De Mecanismo Anti-Dumping Social
Authors: Tavares dos Santos Daniel
Published: February 2025

O presente trabalho aborda na sua primeira parte o conceito do Dumping e sua classificação, em especial o Dumping Social interno e Internacional. Em seguida, discorre-se sobre a Organização Internacional do Trabalho (OIT), seus tratados, convenções internacionais e recomendações sobre o Dumping Social e os principais mecanismos de direito internacional do trabalho de combate a essa prática. Após, disserta-se sobre a cláusula social e o conjunto normativo e de diretrizes da OIT que geram o dever dos países signatários de internamente enfrentarem o Dumping Social e o reflexo dessa obrigação no Brasil, trazendo exemplos do uso medidas administrativas, judiciais e legislativas como medidas internas do Brasil em oposição a essa prática ilícita. Em conclusão, explica-se sobre a recente extinção da isenção no Brasil do imposto de importação para compras no exterior de até US$ 50 e que a taxação feita pelo governo brasileiro, embora impopular, atua como mecanismo extrafiscal de combate ao Dumping Social Internacional, coadunando-se com os compromissos das normas internacionais de direito do trabalho anti-dumping do qual o Brasil é signatário.
OS MARCADORES CARDÍACOS: Uma Revisão de Literatura.
Authors: Lemos da Silva Kelly Cristina
Published: February 2025

Biomarcadores são parâmetros biológicos que podem ser medidos e quantificados objetivamente como indicadores de processos biológicos normais, processos patogênicos ou respostas a uma intervenção terapêutica. Normalmente considerados como ferramentas de rastreamento, diagnóstico ou monitoramento do processo da doença, os biomarcadores também podem ser usados para determinar a suscetibilidade à doença e a elegibilidade para terapias específicas. Os biomarcadores cardíacos são componentes proteicos de estruturas celulares que são liberados na circulação quando ocorre lesão miocárdica. Eles desempenham um papel fundamental no diagnóstico, estratificação de risco e tratamento de pacientes com dor no peito e suspeita de síndrome coronariana aguda e aqueles com exacerbações agudas de insuficiência cardíaca. Os marcadores cardíacos são centrais para a nova definição de infarto agudo do miocárdio apresentada pelo American College of Cardiology e pela European Society of Cardiology. A investigação ativa apresentou um número cada vez maior de novos marcadores candidatos, mas poucos resistiram ao teste do tempo e se tornaram integrados ao tratamento clínico contemporâneo por causa de sua utilidade diagnóstica, prognóstica ou terapêutica prontamente aparente.
Effectiveness of professional development on teacher performance in primary schools in Bungokho Sub- County, Mbale District-Uganda10.
Authors:   ,   Uganda Martyrs University, Kakai Agnes
Published: February 2025

The main objective of this study was to examine the effectiveness of professional development on teacher performance in Bungokho sub-county, Mbale District, Uganda. The specific objectives of the study were: to find out how teacher professional development programmes are provided in primary schools; to establish the key indicators of teacher performance and to establish the Relationship between teachers’ professional development and teacher performance in primary schools in Bungokho Sub County, Mbale district. The study employed both qualitative and quantitative research designs. The population of the study consisted of; classroom teachers, deputy head teachers, directors of studies and head teachers which totals to 150 all drawn from 13 schools. The study sampled these through, purposive and simple random sampling techniques guided by Morgan (1970) which gave the study sample of respondents to 108 from the 13 schools. The instruments used were Questionnaires, documentary review and interview guide for teachers and head teachers respectively. Results indicated that teacher professional development programmes contributed to 30.6% towards teachers’ performance. The study also revealed that as much 90.3% of the teachers were efficient, the level of effectiveness was low (at 7.8%). The study recommended that teachers’ professional development gaps be identified through a needs assessment to ensure that real professional development needs are addressed and adhered to; that the directorate of education standards to reduce the number of schools under CCTs and work out a way of recruiting more CCTs to reduce a burden to a manageable level. Head teachers should play their role of professionally supporting the teachers in their schools; Peer support among teachers be encouraged in all schools.
Life History of Common Cutworm, Spodoptera Litura Fabricius (Moctuidae: Lepidoptera) in Benguet
Authors: Cardona Eulogio V. , Ligat Casmir S. , Subang M. P.
Published: February 2025

Common cutworm, Spodoptera litura Fabricius underwent the holometabolous type of development. The insect duration of development is: egg (5.0 + 0.00 days), larva (23.9 + 0.71 days), pupa (17.80 + 2.33 days),adult female (12.10 + 2.65 days) and male (7.45 + 1.31 days). The egg is round and dirty white. The body of the newly emerged larva is cylindrical; the size of the head is wider than the body while the abdomen is tapering to-wards the caudal region. But during the 2nd instar until pupation, the body turns wider than the head. The true legs and pro legs are distinct. The newly emerged larva is whitish, yellow green an hour after with a pattern of red, yellow, and green lines from the head to the anal region. As the larva grew bigger, the body turns brown with 3 thin yellow lines down the back. The newly emerged larva singled out the leaf veins during feeding while the big larva includes them. Bigger larva is an excellent feeder and active at night. The larva hides in the soil at day time and ceaseless when about to molt. The body length and width of the smallest and full grown larva, respectively are: 2.16 + 0.14 mm and 0.32 + 0.02 mm; 46.91 + 2.25 mm and 6.87 + 0.16 mm.
Pupation was in the soil. The pupa is elongated oval and shiny red. The body length and width measures 22.29 + 0.71 mm and 7.51 + 0.36 mm, respectively. The adult female and male are hairy. The female is palebrown while the male is darker. The female is bigger with a stout abdomen while the male is narrower and tapering towards the tip. Courting the female lasted for 10 to 20 minutes while mating was 2-3 hours at between 2:00AM to 5:00AM. The eggs are laid in mass of 2-3 layers on the lower surface of the leaves near the petiole. Egg mass of 8.7 are laid within 12 days egg laying as the shortest and 14 days as the longest. There are 874.9 individual eggs in one egg mass.
Participatory Evaluation of Clubroot Disesase Management Strategies on Crucifers (1) - Assessment for Level Change Consequent to Participation
Authors: Tad-awan Bernard S. , Basquial Darwin A.
Published: February 2025

In the search for sustainable clubroot disease management approach, this research involved three stages. The pre-assessment stage determined the initial knowledge level of the farmer-respondents on farm research and clubroot disease management in Atok and Buguias, Benguet via semi-structured interview. The participatory field research stage assessed the appropriate disease management based from the experiments conducted on-station and at the farmer-researchers’ field for two cropping seasons. At this stage, the farmer-respondents were given the opportunity to observe the experiments and gather data. Finally, the postassessment identified changes in knowledge levels on research stages by the farmer-respondents based on agreed criteria like growth depression, clubroot severity, yield and additional benefits in adopting a technology.
Farmers’ knowledge in the two locations positively changed on the cause of clubroot disease and management means using compost and radish bait crop. On research, positive significant changes on knowledge levels occurred on the reasons for conducting research and the parts earlier found to be very difficult to change is easiness identifying the problem, setting up plan to address the problem as well as gathering, analyzing and interpret-ing data for the farmer-respondents of Atok but not all cases for those of Buguias.
The extent of involving farmers in developing clubroot disease management technologies is greatly influenced by the farmers’ perceptions, values and aspirations particularly in their desire to gain more knowledge and skills in conducting research to solve a problem and manage clubroot disease and profit after knowing and trying a good treatment against clubroot disease.
All activities involved in the process necessitate having the farmer researchers as main experimenters, end-users and disseminators of technologies for developing sustainable technologies.
Clubroot disease, caused by Plasmodiophora brassicae, was chosen as an avenue for participatory problem solving, as it is one of the identi-fied problems in the Barangay Natural Resources Management Planning in Atok and Buguias, Benguet.
Balanced Fertilization Strategy for Semi-Temperate Vegetables In The Highlands, Philippines
Authors: Marquez Mario M. , Balaoing Jose G. , Fagyan Alexander W. , Mamaril Erma K. , Laurean Carlito P.
Published: February 2025

On station and on farm experiments in the highlands were conducted to come up with a balanced fertilization strategy for selected semi-temperate veg­etables. Cabbage, broccoli, carrots, bell pepper, and potato which are the major crops grown in the highlands were subjected to 24 fertilizer combinations. Ten best treatments were selected from initial experiments for verification and evalu­ation. Three trials for cabbage, broccoli, and potato while two trials for carrots and bell pepper were done.
On station results on cabbage showed that application rate of 250-100-100 kg NP2O5K2O/ha + 7 tons/ha chicken manure significantly produced the heaviest with bigger and more compact cabbage heads. Similar results were noted from on farm trial. Marketable tuber yield of potato was highest with the application of 140-140-140 kg NP205K20/ha + 5 t/ha formulated organic fertilizer + Boron. For broccoli, fertilizer rate of 240-60-60 kg NP205K20/ha + 5 tons/ha formu­lated compost + Boron produced the heaviest yield and biggest curds. Reducing the recommended rate by 25% with chicken manure and Boron supplementation gave comparable yields. Bell pepper produced the heaviest at a fertilizer rate of 100-200-100 kg NP205K20/ha + Boron. Application of the recommended rate of 100-200-100 kg NP205,K20/ha+ 5 tons/ha formulated organic fertilizer + Boron gave comparable yield. On carrots, the heaviest yield was noted from application of 90-170-90 kg NPK/ha + Boron though it did not differ significantly from other treated plants. Higher return on investments was realized in most treatments with reduced fertilizer application.
The effects of the treatments on soil properties differ from each area planted with the test crop. An improvement in soil organic matter was noted in most treatments involving organic fertilizer application. While a general decrease in soil pH were noted from those treated with higher rate of inorganic fertilizers. Results indicated that combined application of organic-inorganic fertilizer proved to be more effective in terms of crop responses and on soil properties.
Time Use Study
Authors: Batani Ruth S.
Published: February 2025

The study looked at the work and well-being of women and their households in selected communities in theCordillera Region, Northern Philippines. It employed gender analysis of paid and unpaid work using time use framework. Using time use diary and stylized time use questionnaire, coupled with focus group discussions and indepth interviews, findings show that households are continuously exposed to health and well-being risks and heightening ‘unpaid work’ scenarios which extends to the bigger community through rendering of voluntary service. A detailed picture of how members of a household spend their time during the day is revealing of gender disparity. Another area where gender difference is apparent is in terms of leisure time. Leisure for women also means doing simultaneous work. The ‘integrative’ roles played by women – is that they are to assume roles that are ‘voluntary’ to enable the continuity of survival inside and outside the homes. Women consistently figure in taking on the responsibility of community care. Overall, certain climatic changes poses constraints and limitations to households. Crops planted by these farming communities are highly vulnerable to climate changes. It is also an area where women’s resilience are negotiated but at the same time where women’s vulnerabilities are heightened. The understanding of these complexities of a ‘normalized’ and ignored situation calls for a framework that do not take out the women’s work in the farm in isolation from the work women perform at home and in the community. These findings unpack layers of unpaid work yet necessary activities to sustaining lives of households and communities.
Geographic Information System of Vegetable and Crop Production in Benguet
Authors: Lacea John B.
Published: February 2025

Commercial Geographic Information System(GIS) applications are expensive and difficult to understand because of their complex features, which are not always used or applicable in some research studies. Although there are open and free source GIS applications, they lack the most needed features in this undertaking. Customarily, application trims down the complexity features and contains proper solution to typical research study. This IT research tackled the prototype and framework for the development of GIS tool in gathering and presenting data that will direct solution to some problems of vegetable and crop production in Benguet. The methods and tools for data acquisition, analysis, and visualization are implemented in the software architecture model.
Awareness and Perceived Implementation of Barangay Micro-Business Enterprise Act of 2002 (Republic Act 9178) in La Trinidad, Benguet, Philippines
Authors: Garambas Cynthia D. , Pinos-an Jeftee Ben B.
Published: February 2025

Micro-business firms comprise more than 90% of the total micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the Philippines. In La Trinidad, Benguet, almost all businesses are considered micro-enterprises. One of the government's ways of assisting the microbusiness entrepreneurs is through the Barangay Micro- Business Enterprise (BMBE) Act of 2002 or R.A. 9178. This study determined the level of awareness and implementation of the BMBE Law in La Trinidad, Benguet, and the correlation between microbusiness owners' profile and their level of awareness of the said law. The study respondents are micro-business owners, barangay leaders, and implementers of the law. Results revealed that food micro-business owners and the barangay leaders were generally both unaware, while the implementing agencies were partially aware of the BMBE law. Micro-business profile variables were weakly correlated with the awareness level. Concerning the implementation level, micro-business owners and barangay leaders generally perceived that the BMBE law is not being implemented in La Trinidad. In contrast, the implementers perceived that the provisions in the said law are partially being implemented. The implementer’s concerns in fully executing the BMBE law are connected to the expected reduction of the municipality's revenue if every micro-business registers as BMBE. Hence, this study recommends a review of the BMBE law considering the types of enterprises in a municipality. Further, enhancements in entrepreneurial degree course curriculums may enhance awareness of the BMBE law.
Mastery Level of Chemistry Cognitive Competencies by Pre-Service Science Teachers of Benguet State University
Authors: Ely Luisita L.
Published: February 2025

Mastery level of cognitive competencies covers the understanding of facts imperative for science teaching and learning in the new science curriculum following the Spiral Progression Approach. The study assessed the status of mastery level of Chemistry cognitive competencies by pre-service science teachers of Benguet State University as the basis for instructional recommendations to the College of Teacher Education. The mastery level was studied using mean percentage scores (MPS) with their differences in the grade levels and specialization (Biology and Physical Science). The quantitative descriptive method was employed using a reliable and valid Chemistry Achievement Test (CAT). Results revealed that pre-service teachers of both Biology and Physical Science majors had an overall performance of Average Mastery (between 3565MPS). The mastery goal in basic education is 75MPS or better which was obtained only by the Physical science majors at the grade 7 level. The Physical science majors had significantly higher mastery levels on the chemistry cognitive competencies in grades 7 and 10 but had similar mastery levels with the biology majors in grades 8 and 9. In both majors, the grade 7 cognitive competencies were mastered best while the grade 9 chemistry cognitive competencies were least mastered.
Prospective Lifelong Learning Activities of Students and Faculty Members in Philippine HEI Centers of Excellence and Centers of Development in STEAM Programs
Authors: Mercado Felixberto M. , Tad-awan Belinda A. , Bonoy Han B. , Mauricio Joyce D.
Published: February 2025

The Philippine higher education institutions (PHEIs) adopted learning competency-based standards and outcome-based systems to develop graduates imbued with the positive attitude of continuous or lifelong learning necessary for this 21st century. Also, several HEI programs were awarded as centers of excellence (COE) or center of development (COD) in recognition of the excellent quality of education and development of students with positive attitudes toward lifelong learning in Science, Technology, Engineering, Agriculture-Fisheries, and Mathematics (STEAM) programs. This descriptive-correlational research study surveyed 24,172 students and 1,016 faculty members from 83 PHEIs awarded as COE/COD in STEAM programs to investigate their perceptions on the importance and possibility of engagement toward lifelong learning activities. Students’ possibility to engage in lifelong learning activities was correlated with their willingness to engage in lifelong learning. Faculty members’ engagement possibility was correlated with their agreement on the institution's expectation to acquire our update their background knowledge. Most STEAM students and faculty members regarded lifelong learning as important to very important and with moderate to high possibility of engagement. Unlike fisheries, mathematics, and technology programs, students under agriculture, engineering, and science programs were willing to engage in lifelong learning provided that their possibility of engagement is moderate or higher. Most faculty members expressed their willingness to engage in lifelong learning activities, be role models to their students, and be effective in their roles at work, in life, and the community. Faculty members engage in lifelong learning not only because it was expected of them by their institution.
Benguet State University-Buguias Campus in 17 Years (1998-2015): Graduate Employability and Student Satisfaction
Authors: Miranda Jayne B. , Lagadan Martha C. , Arceo Rio Ann B. , Reyes Samuel P. , Dominguez Julius B.
Published: February 2025

This paper presents the employment status, factors associated with the unemployment of graduates, employment performance of graduates from the employer, and satisfaction level of graduates. Out of 498 graduates from 1998 to 2015, 236 were traced using a qualitative survey-based design. Results showed that 38.14% were employed in public and private schools, 50.84% were underemployed, and 11.02% were unemployed. The underemployment and unemployment were associated with family concern, lack of job opportunity, lack of work experience, and lack of professional eligibility. The majority of unemployed graduates were females who married early and took care of the family, thus, prioritizing familial obligation over employment. Employers were very satisfied with the job knowledge, attendance, punctuality, diligence, and work ethics of the BSU-Buguias campus graduates. For the student satisfaction based on the educational training criteria, the overall mean is 3.49, described as very highly satisfied. The perceived extent to which competencies contributed to the development of graduates had an overall mean of 3.31, also described as very high. The study recommends aligning offered programs to changing job demands, conducting in-house reviews for the licensure examination, and evaluating program offerings to strengthen their quality and improve outcomes for students.
Development of Berry-Flavored Lemongrass Herbal Tea
Authors: Aragon Kathlyn P. , Somyden Jao-jao A.
Published: February 2025

Lemongrass abundantly grows in almost any area of Benguet with proper drainage and adequate sunlight. It is being used as an herbal tea but its pale- or light-yellow color may not be appealing, locally produced packaging is unavailable, and its commercialization in Benguet is limited. The study aimed to increase the market competitiveness of lemongrass herbal tea by adding berry flavors from locally available strawberries and mulberries and packaging them in tea bags. The study determined the most acceptable berry-flavored lemongrass herbal tea as regards: (1) sensory qualities; (2) formulation or percentage of freeze-dried strawberries and mulberries; (3) return on cash expense; and (4) nutrient content of the most acceptable formulation. Sensory evaluation involving 50 consumer-type panelists determined the sensory qualities and acceptability of the tea formulations. Modes and means were used to interpret the results of sensory evaluation. ANOVA with repeated measures determined if significant differences exist among samples. The most acceptable berry-flavored lemongrass herbal tea sample was subjected to the computation of return on cash expense and nutrient content analysis. Results revealed the potential marketability of the berry-flavored lemongrass herbal tea. Pilot commercialization of berry-flavored lemongrass herbal tea consisting of 50% dried lemongrass leaves, 25% freeze-dried strawberries, and 25% freeze-dried mulberries is recommended.
Direct or Inquiry? Science Teaching Orientations of Prospective Secondary Science Teachers
Authors: Bansiong Apler J.
Published: February 2025

Inquiry teaching is advocated in many science curriculum frameworks throughout the world, as it is believed to promote scientific literacy, the main goal of science education. This paper determined the science teaching orientations (STOs) of prospective secondary science teachers (PSSTs) at a Philippine State University, distinguished these STOs by science fields and lesson stages, and compared the STOs by specialization, sex, year level, scholarship, and academic standing. Data were gathered from 63 PSSTs using descriptive and causal-comparative procedures, and their STOs were gauged by their Pedagogy of Science Teaching Test (POSTT) scores. Results revealed that across all lesson stages, and in the two science fields, the PSSTs were significantly more oriented toward inquiry teaching than direct approach. This trend of results is consistent in all sub-groups. Guided inquiry emerged as their most dominant teaching orientation and the didactic direct orientation as the least. Only scholarship and academic standing influenced the PSSTs' STOs. The scholars, and those with high academic standings, were significantly more oriented toward inquiry teaching than their respective counterparts. Such results indicate a bright future for science education as the PSST respondents have manifested stronger inclinations toward the reform-based pedagogical approaches in science.