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SAÚDE MENTAL: Desafios da Prevenção, Diagnóstico, Tratamento e Cuidado na Sociedade Moderna - Edição XIX
Authors: Barroso L. De Freitas Guilherme , Astrês Fernandes Márcia , Tomal Grace , da Silva Roberta
Published: October 2024

A Editora Pasteur tem a honra de apresentar mais uma edição composta por valiosa coletânea de trabalhos científicos na área da Saúde Mental. Trata-se de uma área que desperta interesse da humanidade desde os primórdios. A curiosidade pelo tema lev
Lifestyle Interventions for Managing Diabetes and Hypertension: A Holistic Approach
Authors:   Faculty of Biological Sciences Kampala International University Uganda, Thalia Odile Patrick
Published: October 2024

Diabetes and hypertension were two of the most prevalent chronic conditions globally, often occurring together and significantly increasing the risk of cardiovascular diseases. While traditional management strategies have focused on pharmacological treatments, there was a growing recognition of the need for lifestyle interventions to address the underlying risk factors such as obesity, physical inactivity, and poor diet. This review explored the scientific basis for lifestyle interventions including dietary modifications, physical activity, stress management, and behavioral changes in managing diabetes and hypertension. Evidence from landmark clinical studies demonstrated the effectiveness of these interventions in improving blood glucose control and reducing blood pressure, often rivaling or complementing medication. The integration of lifestyle interventions into clinical practice, however, presented challenges such as time constraints, patient adherence, and healthcare system limitations. Despite these challenges, opportunities existed to enhance patient outcomes through personalized care, technological advancements, and public health initiatives. The methodology utilized in this review involved a comprehensive analysis of current literature, synthesizing evidence from clinical studies and expert guidelines to provide a holistic approach to managing these chronic conditions. By embedding lifestyle interventions into standard care, healthcare providers can offer a more effective, sustainable, and patient-centered path to better health. Keywords: Diabetes Management, Hypertension, Lifestyle Interventions, Cardiovascular Health, Patient-Centered Care.
Various Diabetes Management Activities: A Comprehensive Overview
Authors:   School of Natural and Applied Sciences Kampala International University Uganda, Kamanzi Ntakirutimana G.
Published: October 2024

Diabetes management is a multifaceted process crucial for preventing complications and improving the quality of life for individuals with diabetes. This comprehensive review explores various aspects of diabetes management, including education, self-monitoring, medication adherence, dietary management, physical activity, psychological support, and technological innovations. Diabetes self-management education (DSME) forms the foundation of effective care, equipping patients with the knowledge and skills necessary for optimal self-care. Self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) and continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) are essential for tracking and adjusting treatment plans. Medication management, including insulin therapy and oral medications, is vital for maintaining glycemic control, while personalized dietary plans and regular physical activity contribute to overall health. Psychological support and motivational strategies are crucial for addressing the emotional burden of diabetes and sustaining long-term self-care. Technological advancements, such as digital health tools and artificial pancreas systems, enhance diabetes management by providing real-time data and facilitating remote consultations. This review underscores the importance of an integrated approach to diabetes care, combining education, self-monitoring, medication management, lifestyle modifications, psychological support, and technological innovations to achieve better health outcomes and improve patient well-being. Keywords: Diabetes Management, Diabetes Self-Management Education, Insulin Therapy, Oral Medications.
THAY ĐỔI CƠ CẤU BỆNH LÍ VÀ MỨC ĐỘ THÍCH ỨNG TÂM LÍ NGHỀ NGHIỆP CỦA 250 CÁN BỘ, CHIẾN SĨ CÔNG TÁC TRÊN MỘT SỐ ĐẢO XA BỜ
Authors: Lê Văn Quang , Nguyễn Hồng Quang , Hoàng Văn Huấn
Published: October 2024

Mục tiêu: Đánh giá sự thay đổi cơ cấu bệnh lí và mức độ thích ứng tâm lí nghề nghiệp của cán bộ, chiến sĩ công tác trên một số đảo xa bờ.
Đối tượng và phương pháp: Nghiên cứu mô tả cắt ngang có phân tích trên 250 cán bộ, chiến sĩ công tác trên một số đảo xa bờ, từ tháng 02/2018 đến tháng 01/2020; gồm nhóm 1 (140 người, công tác trên đảo từ 8-17 tháng) và nhóm 2 (110 người, công tác trên đảo ít nhất 18 tháng). Phân loại cơ cấu bệnh lí theo ICD-10. Đánh giá tình trạng căng thẳng cảm xúc bằng bảng câu hỏi Spielberger. Đánh giá khả năng thích ứng tâm lí nghề nghiệp bằng trắc nghiệm OSI-R.
Kết quả: Trên nhóm 1, sự thay đổi cơ cấu bệnh lí trước và sau khi ra đảo không có ý nghĩa thống kê (p > 0,05). Trên nhóm 2, tỉ lệ mắc các bệnh hệ tuần hoàn trước khi ra đảo (7,3%) thấp hơn có ý nghĩa thống kê so với sau khi ra đảo (30,9%), khác biệt với p < 0,05; các bệnh lí khác có sự thay đổi, nhưng khác biệt không có ý nghĩa thống kê (p > 0,05). Mức độ lo âu trước và sau khi ra đảo có sự thay đổi ở cả nhóm 1 (tỉ lệ lo âu mức độ vừa tăng từ 12,86% lên 25,00%, với p < 0,01; tỉ lệ lo âu mức độ cao tăng từ 0% lên 3,57%) và nhóm 2 (tỉ lệ lo âu mức độ vừa tăng từ 14,55% lên 43,64%, với p < 0,01; tỉ lệ lo âu mức độ cao tăng từ 0% lên 6,36%; xu hướng bệnh lí tăng từ 0% lên 2,73%). Về khả năng và kĩ năng thích ứng tâm lí nghề nghiệp: người có thời gian công tác trên đảo từ 8-17 tháng thì có sự suy giảm về khả năng và kĩ năng thích ứng tâm lí với các yếu tố nghề nghiệp và cá nhân, khác biệt với p < 0,05; người có thời gian công tác trên đảo ≥ 18 tháng thì có khả năng và kĩ năng thích ứng tâm lí với các yếu tố nghề nghiệp và cá nhân không khác biệt so với trước khi ra đảo (p > 0,05).
MỘT SỐ ĐẶC ĐIỂM CỦA HỘI CHỨNG CHUYỂN HÓA VÀ CÁC YẾU TỐ LIÊN QUAN Ở PHI CÔNG QUÂN SỰ GIÁM ĐỊNH SỨC KHỎE TẠI VIỆN Y HỌC PHÒNG KHÔNG - KHÔNG QUÂN
Authors: Bùi Đức Long , Nguyễn Hồng Phong
Published: October 2024

Mục tiêu: Xác định tỉ lệ, đặc điểm của hội chứng chuyển hóa và các yếu tố liên quan ở phi công quân sự giám định sức khỏe tại Viện Y học Phòng không - Không quân, năm 2023.
Đối tượng và phương pháp: Nghiên cứu 292 phi công, đang thực hiện nhiệm vụ bay thường xuyên trên các loại máy bay quân sự, giám định sức khỏe tại Viện Y học Phòng không - Không quân, từ tháng 01/2023 đến hết tháng 12/2023. Chẩn đoán hội chứng chuyển hóa theo tiêu chuẩn NCEP - ATP III (2005).
Kết quả: Tỉ lệ mắc hội chứng chuyển hóa trên các phi công là 3,8% (11 người); trong đó, 3,4% đối tượng mắc 3 tiêu chí, 0,4% đối tượng mắc 4 tiêu chí, không đối tượng nào mắc 5 tiêu chí. Hội chứng chuyển hóa phân bố đều ở các nhóm đối tượng phi công: phản lực trên siêu âm (4,6%), phản lực dưới siêu âm (2,7%) và trực thăng (7,7%). Hội chứng chuyển hóa ở nhóm tuổi nghề trên 30 năm chiếm tỉ lệ cao nhất (12,5%), tỉ lệ mắc thấp nhất ở nhóm tuổi nghề từ 21-30 năm (1,8%), ở nhóm tuổi nghề 11-20 năm là 3%, dưới 11 năm là 4,2%, sự khác biệt có ý nghĩa thống kê với p < 0,05. Giá trị trung bình của BMI, huyết áp và triglyceride ở phi công có hội chứng chuyển hóa tăng cao hơn các phi công không có hội chứng chuyển hóa, sự khác biệt có ý nghĩa thống kê với p < 0,05.
Kết luận: Có sự liên quan giữa hội chứng chuyển hóa và tuổi nghề ở phi công quân sự. Có sự khác biệt về BMI, huyết áp và triglycerid giữa các phi công quân sự có và không có hội chứng chuyển hóa.
ĐÁNH GIÁ MỨC ĐỘ TỔN THƯƠNG MÔ BỆNH HỌC GAN Ở 211 CÔNG NHÂN TIẾP XÚC NGHỀ NGHIỆP VỚI TNT
Authors: Hà Văn Quang  , Nguyễn Văn Hoá  , Đinh Thị Phương Liên
Published: October 2024

Mục tiêu: Đánh giá mức độ tổn thương mô bệnh học gan và mối liên quan của nó với một số chỉ tiêu lâm sàng, cận lâm sàng ở các công nhân tiếp xúc nghề nghiệp với TNT.
Đối tượng, phương pháp: Nghiên cứu mô tả cắt ngang 211 bệnh nhân viêm gan mạn tính do tiếp xúc nghề nghiệp với TNT, điều trị tại Bộ môn - Trung tâm Nội Dã chiến, Bệnh viện Quân y 103, từ tháng 3/2018 đến tháng 3/2021. Phân loại giai đoạn xơ hóa gan theo Metavir.
Kết quả: Tỉ lệ BN phân bố theo giai đoạn xơ hóa gan: F0 chiếm 36,0%; F1 chiếm 41,2%; F2 chiếm 20,9%; F3 chiếm 1,4% và F4 chiếm 0,5%. Tỉ lệ bệnh nhân phân bố theo mức độ xơ hóa gan: có xơ hóa gan (F ≥ 1) chiếm 64%; xơ hóa gan đáng kể (F ≥ 2) chiếm 22,7%; xơ hóa gan nặng (F ≥ 3) chiếm 1,9%; xơ gan thực thụ chiếm 0,5%. Có mối liên quan giữa tuổi nghề với mức độ xơ hóa gan. Nam giới có nguy cơ xơ hóa gan cao hơn nữ giới khoảng 1,96 lần. Có TNT trong máu làm tăng nguy cơ xơ hóa gan lên 2,648 lần và tăng nguy cơ xơ hóa gan đáng kể lên 3,118 lần.
Indian Startups: Catalysts for Employment Generation
Authors: Kadakia Mitesh , Malkhed Veena
Published: October 2024

India’s burgeoning startup ecosystem has emerged as a pivotal driver of economic growth and job creation. This research explores into the comprehensive impact of startups on employment generation within the Indian context. The study aims to rigorously assess both direct and indirect employment effects attributable to startups, examining the sectoral distribution of job creation across diverse industries. Furthermore, it seeks to evaluate how startups influence employment dynamics among various demographic groups, including youth, women, and skilled labour. A critical aspect of this investigation involves examining the role played by government policies and initiatives in nurturing employment growth through startups. By employing a mixed methods approach, integrating quantitative analysis of startup data with qualitative insights gathered from interviews with entrepreneurs and employees, the research aims to substantiate its findings with empirical evidence. The anticipated outcomes of this study are poised to deepen our understanding of the intricate relationship between startups and employment, offering valuable insights for policymakers and investors alike. By uncovering the employment multiplier effect of startups, the research aims to underscore the potential of startups as pivotal drivers of job creation and economic development in India. This knowledge is crucial for shaping effective policies that can further stimulate the startup ecosystem, thereby fostering sustainable economic growth and inclusive employment opportunities across the country.
Optimal Design of Electric Vehicles using Deep Convolutional Neural Network
Authors: MA Cassia Jemi , T Dharma Raj , L Nisha Evangelin
Published: October 2024

This paper proposes the importance of energy storage systems (ESS) in electric vehicles (EVs) and the challenges associated with them, such as size, cost, and weight, which limit the vehicle’s capabilities. It highlights how fuel cells (FCs) can work in conjunction with ESS to handle rapid power changes, contributing to performance and dependability. It proposes a solution using a Honey Badger Algorithm (HBA) integrated with Deep CNN technology to enhance EV power efficiency. The goal is to optimize several factors in the EV charging process, including Orderly charging efficiency, Load fluctuation management, User cost satisfaction, User convenience. The HBA method reportedly outperforms other algorithms in terms of accuracy and power optimization. To manage the power flow between different energy sources, including supercapacitors, multiple control mechanisms are suggested. This approach likely aims to address the real-time dynamic nature of power demand in EVs.
Effects of Exercise on Cartilage Thickness and Chondrocytes Count: A Meta-Analysis of Pre-Clinical Randomized Controlled Trials Conducted on Rats
Authors: Yameen Kiran , Borges Dr. Kevin Joseph Jerome , Khan Dr. Amna Aamir , Shah Dr. Syed Nudrat Nawaid
Published: October 2024

Background: The evidence regarding the effects of exercises on cartilage is enormous, but the literature on improving cartilage thickness and the number of chondrocytes is limited. To determine the cumulative effects of exercises on cartilage thickness and chondrocyte number by combining results from different randomized controlled trials.

Methods: Using MeSH terms like "cartilage thicknesses", "exercises", "chondrocytes", and "physical training", among others, multiple searches are conducted on exercise-based management approaches on cartilage thicknesses using search engines like Google Scholar, PEDro, MEDLINE, Cochrane Library, EMBASE, and Web of Science.

Results: The risk of bias assessment was performed based on the SYRCLE guidelines. The author-based judgment was performed on selection, performance, detection, attrition, reporting, and other biases. The quantitative analysis revealed that femoral cartilage thickness had increased in the exercise group (SMD=1.039, CI%= -0.64 to 2.72, p=0.225) while chondrocyte count had shown a mild increase in response to excises (SMD= -0.147, CI%= -2.161 to 1.866, p=0.883).

Conclusion: It has been concluded that although exercises have a potential impact on cartilage morphology, they must be performed within adaptive threshold limits.

Keywords: Exercises, Cartilage, Chondrocytes, Animal Physical Conditioning.
Resistance Exercise for Patients with COPD: A Systematic Review of Existing Literature
Authors: Hashmi Muhammad Ather , Kumar Sagar , Rajar Huzaifa Ather , Javeria Hafiza , Faisal Muhammad , Ali Saima
Published: October 2024

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has not only been the third leading cause of death worldwide, but also causes a very high morbidity rate while treatment strategies are applied under the theme of prescribed practices according to its research and innovation. Accordingly, a systematic review was conducted to determine the effectiveness of various resistance trainings in patients with COPD. Cochrane, PeDro, Embase, CINAHL, PubMed, and Google Scholar databases were searched for relevant research articles. After screening, 9 articles including 8 RCTs and 1 phase were included in the review according to the criteria. The characteristics and findings of all studies were tabulated and assessed for risk of bias using the Cochrane risk of bias checklist.

Keywords: COPD, FEV1, Exercise capacity, Functional capacity, Health status, Quality of life, Resistance, Strength training.
Evidence Synthesis on Gait and Balance Training: Meta-Analysis of Physical Therapy Intervention in Parkinson’s Patients
Authors: Ayaz Paras , Raza Qasim , Tabba Misbah Anis , Baig Muhammad Umer
Published: October 2024

Background: Parkinson Disease is considered to be posing a significant impact worldwide. According to the Global Burden of Disease study (GBD), there has been 1.02 million incident cases recorded in 2017 and 6.1 million cases worldwide in 2016. Between 1990 and 2016, the standardized rate of age among Parkinson's disease prevalence rose by 21.7%.

Methods: Studies examining the effects of physiotherapy on balance, gait and other pertinent outcomes among individuals with PD undergoing rehabilitation program were included in the inclusion criteria. Studies performed between 2015 and 2023 were taken into account for inclusion. Studies conducted in languages other than English, or those that did not have readily available open access or for which open access could not receive after contacting corresponding authors were all excluded.

Results: The risk of bias assessment was performed based on the guidelines of SYRCLE. The author-The findings of this meta-analysis examining the effectiveness of rehabilitation on balance across different trials. Results of fixed-effects model analysis indicated that physical therapy showed a statistically significant favorable influence on balance among individuals with Parkinson's disease, with an overall affect size (Standardized Mean Difference, SMD) of 0.511 (95% CI: 0.255 to 0.766). A somewhat greater impact size of 0.654 (95% CI: 0.0441 to 1.264) was seen in the model of the random-effects. Noticeable heterogeneity was detected in the test (Q = 32.8633, DF = 6, p < 0.0001), indicating a highest degree of variability among included studies.

Conclusion: In conclusion, a thorough meta-analysis of research on the influence of physical therapy treatments on gait, balance among people with Parkinson's disease found positive findings.

Keywords: Gait, Risk of Fall, Parkinson Disease, Postural Balance.
Wage Growth and Labor Market Tightness
Authors: Heise Sebastian , Pearce Jeremy , Weber Jacob P.
Published: October 2024

Good measures of labor market tightness are essential to predict wage inflation and to calibrate monetary policy. This paper highlights the importance of two measures of labor market tightness in determining wage growth: the quits rate, and vacancies per effective searcher (V/ES)—where searchers include both employed and non-employed job seekers. Amongst a broad set of indicators of labor market tightness, we find that these two measures are independently the most strongly correlated with wage inflation and also predict wage growth well in out-of-sample forecasting exercises. Conversely, transitory shocks to productivity have little impact on wage growth. Finally, we find little evidence of a nonlinearity in the relationship between wage growth and labor market tightness. These results are generally consistent with the predictions of a New Keynesian DSGE model where firms have the power to set wages and workers search on the job (Bloesch, Lee, and Weber, 2024).
Multilayered politicized constructions of COVID-19 vaccines: A global south view of Pfizer and Sinovac
Authors: Bulilan Ed Joseph B. , Uyheng Joshua , Montiel Cristina J.
Published: October 2024

Despite their overwhelming public health benefits for pandemic response, Covid-19 vaccines have been subject to political controversy around the world. Multidisciplinary scholarship in the health and social sciences points to a wide range of factors that influence the public’s divided views of vaccines. But these factors have largely been considered in relative isolation from each other as independent influences on vaccine beliefs. In this paper, we propose a multilayered politico-psychological model of collective constructions of the Covid-19 vaccines. Borrowing from Montiel and Christie’s (2007) theoretical framework, we examine how the Covid-19 vaccines are holistically constructed in relation to interdependent social meanings across micro-level, meso-level, and macro-level socio-ecological layers. Harnessing a mixed methods research design, we apply this framework to analyze a large corpus of Filipino tweets (N = 229,236) about the Pfizer and Sinovac vaccines. Micro-level discourses feature competing individual emotions which construct Pfizer as an object of desire and Sinovac as an object of fear. Meso-level constructions invoke collective contexts of information and resource scarcity within which Pfizer is a serendipitous prize while Sinovac is a mandated responsibility. Finally, macro-level constructions embed the Covid-19 vaccines within national and international structures, framing Pfizer as a symbol of political integrity and Sinovac as an instrument of political corruption for government leaders. In conclusion, these multilayered discourses around the Covid-19 vaccines illuminate complex negotiations of agency among a Global South public during the pandemic. We discuss multilevel interventions and politico-psychological implications for public health campaigns more broadly.
Evaluation of the Out-of-School Time Initiative: Report on the First Year
Authors: Russell Christina A. , Vile Juliet Diehl , Reisner Elizabeth R. , Simko Christina E. , Mielke Monica B. , Pechman Ellen
Published: October 2024

A report on the first year of the Out-of-School Time Initiative
La influencia de las adaptaciones basadas en el diseño universal para el aprendizaje (DUA) en el rendimiento académico en el ámbito de la educación superior
Authors: García Calle Diana Flor , Ponce Alencastro Jhon Alexander , Yampara Vilca Abdon Anibal , Briones Suárez Karen Belén
Published: October 2024

El Diseño Universal para el Aprendizaje (DUA) se consolida como un enfoque pedagógico fundamental para promover la inclusión y la equidad en el ámbito académico, particularmente en la educación superior, donde la diversidad de estilos de aprendizaje y necesidades es más pronunciada. El DUA articula principios que buscan ofrecer múltiples vías de representación, expresión y participación, facilitando a los estudiantes el acceso al contenido y la demostración de su aprendizaje de acuerdo con sus capacidades individuales. El objetivo de esta investigación es analizar el impacto de las adaptaciones basadas en el Diseño Universal para el Aprendizaje (DUA) en el rendimiento académico de los estudiantes en el ámbito de la educación superior. A través de la evaluación de diversas estrategias pedagógicas inclusivas implementadas bajo los principios del DUA, se busca determinar su efectividad en la mejora del acceso, la participación y el éxito académico de los estudiantes con diferentes estilos de aprendizaje y necesidades educativas. La implementación del (DUA) en la educación superior fue analizada en profundidad mediante una revisión exhaustiva de la literatura existente sobre sus principios y su efecto en el rendimiento académico. En conclusión, el Diseño Universal para el Aprendizaje (DUA) se ha consolidado como un enfoque eficaz para promover la inclusión y mejorar el rendimiento académico en la educación superior. Al ofrecer múltiples formas de representación, expresión y compromiso, este enfoque permite que los estudiantes con diversas habilidades y estilos de aprendizaje tengan acceso equitativo al contenido educativo.
Management Guidelines for Listed Companies on the Stock Exchange of Thailand for Moving Towards Sustainability
Authors: Silpcharu Thanin , Sittichanbuncha Siriroj , Wattanakomol Sunee
Published: October 2024

The United Nations introduced “Transforming our World: the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development” as a global action plan with 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and 169 targets. In alignment with this agenda, the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) launched the Thailand Sustainability Investment Index (THSI) in 2015 to promote Environ­mental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors. However, the number of sustainable companies has decreased, and Thailand’s economic competitiveness and foreign direct investment (FDI) have declined. This research thus aimed to develop guidelines for becoming a sustainable company using a mixed-methodology approach, including qualitative interviews, survey study, and focus group discussions. Quantitative data came from a survey of 500 sustainable companies listed on SET. The findings indicated that guidelines for SET-listed companies to achieve sustainability should consist of four latent variables, arranged in order of importance: organizational support, environmental protection, social responsibility, and corporate good governance. The most critical factor identified is the accurate and transparent reporting of financial performance. Additionally, the tested hypothesis indicated differences in market capitalization with overall aspects significantly different at the 0.05 level. These insights provide valuable strategies for businesses, policymakers, and educational institutions dedicated to advancing sustainable development and improving economic competitiveness in Thailand.
The Political Terrorism: Sociological Analytical Study
Authors: AlSayegh Mohammed
Published: October 2024

Violence has roots that go deep into antiquity, and its use began with the second generation of humanity, when Cain killed his brother Abel, thus committing the first crime in human history. This prompted thinkers, psychologists, and sociologists to say that violence is an instinct inherent in the human self and associated with human nature in its tendency to control and impose influence and domination. There have been many studies that have dealt with the subject of violence and that have come to addressing the subject of terrorism, and we find many of these studies that have defined it, and we also find that some of these studies and some governments, organizations and political figures intentionally and unintentionally confuse in many cases the phenomenon of terrorism with other human phenomena and problems. Other violent forms, such as national resistance, armed liberation movements, political crime, war, and the crime of genocide. In this analytical study, we will determine when terrorism transforms and acquires a political character? By analyzing political terrorism sociologically. We take into consideration two basic elements of this problem. The first is the subject of the phenomenon of political terrorism, or to whom the violent act of political terrorism occurs, and the second is the goal or objectives of practicing the act of political terrorism.
Transformational Leadership of Educational Institution Administrators under the Office of the Vocational Education Commission Sa Kaeo Province
Authors: Kulchottananon Chutidej , Waikhuntod Samak
Published: October 2024

Background and Aims: Transformational leadership is essential because it inspires and motivates people to exceed their expectations, thereby encouraging innovation and personal growth. This leadership style promotes organizational change by fostering a shared vision and empowering team members to take ownership of their roles. The goals of this research are to: 1) investigate the level of transformational leadership among educational institution administrators. Sa Kaeo Province is administered by the Office of the Vocational Education Commission. 2) Compare the transformational leadership of educational institution administrators under the Office of the Vocational Education Commission, Sa Kaeo Province. Positions are classified based on their level of education and experience. 3) Investigate guidelines for fostering transformational leadership among school administrators. Sa Kaeo Province is administered by the Office of the Vocational Education Commission.
Methodology: This study used a sample of 86 school administrators and teachers. The sample size was calculated using Krejci and Morgan's table and divided randomly into groups. The research instrument was a 5-level rating scale questionnaire with a consistency index ranging from 0.80 to 1.00, and the overall reliability was 0.84. Data analysis statistics include frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, T-value, and F-value tests.
Results: The study found that: (1) transformational leadership of educational institution administrators under the Office of the Vocational Education Commission Sa Kaeo Province. Overall, it is of a high standard. When each aspect was examined, it was discovered that the aspect with the highest average was influenced by ideology, followed by stimulating the use of intelligence. In terms of individuality, the inspiration aspect has the lowest average. (2) A comparison of school administrators' perspectives on transformational leadership. Sa Kaeo Province's Office of the Vocational Education Commission classifies jobs based on position, education level, and experience. It was discovered that the overall and individual aspects were not different.  (3) Guidelines for encouraging the development of Transformational leadership of educational institution administrators under the Office of the Vocational Education Commission include four aspects: 1) Ideology-based influence, 2) Inspiration, 3) Intelligence-based stimulation, and 4) Individuality consideration.
Conclusion: According to the research, transformational leadership is prevalent among Sa Kaeo Province administrators, with ideological influence being the strongest and inspiration being the lowest. There were no differences based on position, education, or experience, and development is centered on four key areas: influence, inspiration, intellectual stimulation, and individualized consideration.
Arranging pages
Authors: Egger Willi
Published: October 2024

Même lorsque le contenu est définitif, il reste encore beaucoup de travail avant de tenir entre ses mains un livre fini. Une description des principaux systèmes de distribution des pages est présenté dans cet article. Bien que ConTeXt ait déjà une quantité astronomique de possibilités en la matière, d’autres seront ajoutées dans le futur, pour couvrir plus de situations.
Enhancing road safety with the infrastructure-adaptable NDBA 2.0 concrete median barrier: An Italian experience
Authors: Grana Anna , Dinnella Nicola , Chiappone Sandro
Published: October 2024

Road safety is a crucial global concern because of the high number of fatalities and injuries resulting from road crashes each year. Median crossover collisions are among the most dangerous crashes that happen on highways, frequently leading to serious or fatal injuries. The main approach to decreasing the occurrence of these types of crashes is the installation of median barriers. When the need for such installations arises, road agencies must choose from various options, including concrete barriers, cable barriers, or metal-beam guardrails. This paper is dedicated to the New Dynamic Barrier for Highways (NDBA 2.0), an innovative technology for median barriers developed by the Italian National Road Agency (ANAS), emphasizing its pivotal role in enhancing road safety. It incorporates high-tensile steel and advanced composites, offering robust protection while maintaining a lightweight profile. What distinguishes the NDBA 2.0 is its dynamic nature, featuring an intelligent system that seamlessly adapts to the road infrastructure. Its modular construction, with sections of only 200 cm, allows for easy installation and ensures compatibility across successive road segments. This adaptability reduces construction time while maintaining the highest standards of performance. From a road safety perspective, the NDBA 2.0 offers substantial advantages. Its design contributes to minimizing crash-related costs by reducing the severity of crashes, particularly in the transition zones. The barrier's design allows it to adapt to varying road conditions and traffic volumes, effectively addressing common installation challenges on existing roadways as well. Its ability to be directly supported on the road surface wear layer eliminates the need for costly foundation structures, facilitating quick installation and reducing maintenance expenses. The NDBA 2.0 barrier was designed to eliminate the need for future simulations in the design and verification of transitions between different barriers. For this reason, the NDBA 2.0 barrier has been tested in real-world conditions in class H4 and, consequently, is equipped with CE marking. This study offers a comprehensive analysis of the NDBA 2.0 barrier, whose implementation may provide significant benefits for road safety. Continued research, collaboration, and widespread adoption of the NDBA 2.0 barrier can further enhance road safety on a global scale.
Gansu, Qinghai and Ningxia regions of the new western land and sea corridor Freight network optimization
Authors: Ma Yaling , Yang Xiangfei
Published: October 2024

The new western land and sea corridor makes use of a variety of transport modes to reach major ASEAN countries such as Singapore to the south, connects Southeast Asia and North America to the east, and connects Chongqing, Lanzhou and Xinjiang to the north with the China-European Union (CEU) liner train, which is a composite opening-up corridor in the western region for realising the regional linkage and international co-operation with ASEAN and other countries, and organically connecting with the "One Belt, One Road". In order to explore the regional freight network of Gan-Qing-Ning region of the new western land and sea corridor, we establish the model of node socio-economic attractiveness, topological charisma and comprehensive utility maximization, and analyze the index factors by using entropy weighting, Delphi and comprehensive evaluation methods through the Matlab Genetic Algorithm Toolbox to study the influence of node socio-economic attractiveness, topological charisma, node freight volume, logistics and transportation costs and construction costs on the utility of nodes of the new western land and sea corridor. The influence of the regional node utility of Gansu, Qinghai and Ningxia in the corridor. Analyze the problems and factors affecting the selection of nodes in the existing freight transport corridors in the three provinces. Completing the site selection of Gan-Qing-Ning regional node of the new western land and sea corridor and combining the import and export cargo volume of the three provinces to propose the construction of the South-Middle East three-lane freight corridor, and completing the optimization plan of the freight network. The results show that: scientific optimization and improvement of Gan-Qing-Ning regional freight network can promote the construction of freight network in the northwest region of the new western land and sea corridor, to meet the demand for freight transportation in the corridor, and to promote the development of the corridor industry and economic growth. Thus, it provides reference for the development of Gansu, Qinghai and Ningxia region and freight network optimization.
Short term road network Macroscopic Fundamental Diagram parameters and traffic state prediction based on LSTM
Authors: Xuanhua Lin  , Chaojian TAN  , Xiaohui LIN
Published: October 2024

Macroscopic Fundamental Diagram (MFD) is widely used in traffic state evaluation due to its description of the macro level of urban road network. This study focuses on the discrimination and short-term prediction of macro traffic states in urban road networks, using MFD combined with FCM clustering for state partitioning to characterize different macro states of the road network. To predict the MFD state, this paper builds two LSTMs to perform short-term predictions on two important parameters in MFD: road network weighted flow qw and road network weighted density kw. The parameters of the first three statistical intervals and the predicted time period are used as inputs to output the MFD parameters for the predicted time period. To ensure that the two LSTM structures and hyper-parameters settings can achieve the best prediction performance for MFD, the parameter optimization process of both should be included in the same search framework for hyper-parameters search. Therefore, this paper uses GA algorithm combined with multi-objective particle swarm optimization algorithm as the solving algorithm, with the accuracy of solving two MFD parameters and the accuracy of MFD point positioning as the hyper-parameters solving objectives. The study was validated using actual road network data from Hong Kong, and the results showed that the method proposed in this paper has an MRE prediction error of less than 7.8% for the two parameters of MFD, and can predict the future temporal trend of the two parameters, demonstrating the feasibility of MFD related predictions. The model's prediction of the overall shape and change trajectory trend of MFD is consistent with reality, and some test sets in MFD state prediction show high accuracy, the overall accuracy is 81.45%. To verify the effectiveness of the multi-objective search algorithm, typical LSTM models and RNN models were used for comparison. The experiment proved that the model used in this study performed better in error control and state prediction. This study explores and practices a short-term prediction method for road network MFD parameters, MFD status, and their changing trends. Provided path reference for urban road network prediction, traffic control status, and MFD related research.
Informality, Productivity, and Financial Inaccessibility: A Study of Selected APO Members
Authors: Joshi Dr. Seema
Published: October 2024

This study explores the dual role of the informal sector in selected APO member economies, highlighting its importance in providing livelihoods and the challenges to productivity and financial inclusion. By analyzing the impact of recent economic shocks such as COVID-19, which worsened financial inaccessibility, the report emphasizes the need to address it. The research offers insights and policy recommendations to transform the vulnerabilities of informal enterprises into strengths, aiming for inclusive and sustainable economic growth in the region.
The Assessment Of The Relationship Between Organizational Performance And Innovation Management Capacity
Authors: Savitri Primasari Niken , Wasik Zainul , Saiful Ulum Achmad , Wahyu Pradana Dominicus
Published: October 2024

This study aims to explore how capability to manage innovation affects the functioning of organizations. This study explores the question, How much do emotional and intellectual resources affect marketing management competence, which directly affects an organization's performance? using the resource-advantage theory as its foundation. Fifty managers and academics from different multinational organizations participated in in-depth interviews to gather data for the research objectives, and fresh empirical insights were provided. Digital technology, skill, and knowledge are among the constituents of intellectual and emotional assets were identified in this study along with their effects on business performance. The study's ability to be broadly applied is restricted by its emphasis on small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs). Future studies in different sectors and countries should be carried out to examine the relationships reported in this study. This work contributes to the body of knowledge on sustainability by creating a conceptual model that explains how innovation management evolved, its function in the market, and the results that sustainability management produces in tandem. The findings are significant to policymakers as well as SMEs. There is a definite need to look into how organizations might use these talents to their advantage in order to grow.
TÜRKİYE’DE HALKLA İLİŞKİLER ALANINDA YAZILAN YÜKSEK LİSANS VE DOKTORA TEZLERİNİN ARAŞTIRMA EĞİLİMLERİ:2010-2022
Authors: Erdoğan Mehmet Ferhat , Boran Tuğçe
Published: October 2024

Halkla ilişkiler, geçmişten günümüze faaliyet alanı giderek artan ve toplumu etkileme potansiyeline sahip bir uzmanlık alanıdır. Bu anlamda halkla ilişkiler alanına yönelik yapılan akademik çalışmalar hem alana önemli bir katkı sağlamakta hem de uygulama yönü güçlü olan bu alandaki araştırma eğilimlerini ortaya koymaktadır. Bu çalışmada, Türkiye’de faaliyet gösteren üniversitelerde tamamlanan doktora ve yüksek lisans tezlerinde başlığında ‘halkla ilişkiler’ kavramını içeren çalışmalar incelenmiştir. Bu çalışmanın amacını; literatürde yer alan tezlerin hakla ilişkiler alanındaki araştırma eğilimlerinin belirlenmesi oluşturmaktadır. Belirlenen amaç doğrultusunda 2010 ve 2022 yılları arasında tamamlanmış; Yüksek Öğretim Kurumu Tez Veri Sistemi’ne kaydı bulunan tüm lisansüstü çalışmalar, belirlenen kategoriler ışığında incelenerek ayrıştırılmıştır. Bu çalışma için içerik analizi yöntemi kullanılmıştır. Çalışma kapsamında YÖK sistemine kayıtlı 435 lisansüstü çalışmaya ulaşılmış ancak 420 çalışmaya erişim izni verilmiştir. Araştırmada elde edilen veriler doğrultusunda; kadınların daha yüksek oranda tez çalışmaları tamamladığı, en çok nitel analiz yöntemleri ile beraber içerik analizi yönteminin de kullanıldığı ve en yoğun anket kullanılarak veri toplandığı saptanmıştır.
Venenos de animales como fuente de medicamentos: Más allá del peligro
Authors: Ordaz-Hernández A. , Corona-Ramírez M. , Herrera-Martínez M. , González-Vázquez M.
Published: October 2024

En la naturaleza encontramos animales que han desarrollado la capacidad de producir sustancias tóxicas para inmovilizar a sus presas o para defenderse de los depredadores. Estas sustancias, conocidas como “venenos”, también representan un riesgo para los mamíferos, incluyendo al humano, ya que contienen toxinas y enzimas que afectan el funcionamiento normal del sistema respiratorio, inmune, cardiovascular y nervioso. No obstante, gracias a los avances científicos el concepto de los venenos ha cambiado de ser sustancias peligrosas a ser tesoros naturales para la medicina. Hasta ahora se ha descubierto que las toxinas y otros componentes poseen propiedades antimicrobianas, antitumorales, hipoglucemiantes, hipotensoras, analgésicas, anticoagulantes, y otras más, que han permitido el desarrollo de medicamentos e impulsado la aplicación innovadora de los componentes del veneno en el diagnóstico clínico y la cosmética. Se espera que en el futuro se desarrollen más medicamentos, y surjan nuevas aplicaciones para los componentes del veneno de animales. Al respecto, la diversidad de animales venenosos que existe en nuestro país podría ser clave para descubrir nuevos compuestos bioactivos.
Utilisation des antipaludéens dans la prise en charge du paludisme dans la Zone de Santé de Kamalondo
Authors: Belinda Kitambo , Nzanza Ilunga U. , Emmanuel Mumba Wa M. , Kibango Maloba L. , Lenge Balthazar N. , Kabongo Napoléon N.
Published: October 2024

Introduction. Le paludisme est une maladie évitable dont on guérit et les efforts supplémentaires déployés permettent de réduire considérablement la charge de la maladie à des nombreux endroits. L’objectif de cette étude est d’évaluer l’utilisation des antipaludéens dans le système de santé à Lubumbashi. Matériel et méthodes. il s’agit d’une étude rétrospective réalisée dans la zone de santé de Kamalondo, dans la ville de Lubumbashi, durant la période de décembre 2020 à mai 2021. La collecte des informations a été facilitée par l’analyse des dossiers des patients reçus, consultés et traités au cours de cette période. Résultats. L’étude a démontré que le paludisme persiste dans la zone de santé à 75,4% pour le paludisme simple, 22,3% pour le paludisme grave et 2,39% pour le paludisme sur grossesse. Les antipaludiques les plus utilisés sont la quinine (22,1%), l’AS-AQ (43,6%) et l'ART-L (20,6%) avec un taux élevé de personnel formé dans la prise en charge du paludisme. Les médicaments sont administrés à 95,5% en se basant sur les données cliniques. Conclusion. Le renforcement des capacités en formation du personnel dans l’utilisation des antipaludéens reste un défi, mais le surmonter améliorera la qualité des soins. Mots-clés : Utilisation, Antipaludéens, Paludisme, Zone de Santé, Kamalondo.
Convulsions fébriles chez les enfants de 0 à 5 ans : Etat de lieu à Lubumbashi
Authors: Nkombo Magloire N. , Mazono Pierre M.
Published: October 2024

Introduction. Les convulsions fébriles constituent le problème le plus fréquent en Neuropédiatrie. Elles sont surtout retrouvées chez les enfants de moins de 5 ans hors période néonatale, rattachées ou non à une affection du SNC dans notre milieu. A Lubumbashi comme en République Démocratique du Congo, la littérature y afférente est quasi-inexistante. Le but de cette étude est d’établir un état de lieu de cette entité pathologique dans notre milieu, mettant alors en place une base des données pouvant servir à leur guise, différents chercheurs. Matériel et méthodes. Il s’agit d’une étude descriptive transversale à mode de collecte des données rétrospectif sur un échantillon aléatoire exhaustif de 352 enfants de 0 à 5 ans ayant présenté une convulsion fébrile et reçus aux services de Pédiatrie des Cliniques Universitaires de Lubumbashi et de l’Hôpital Général de Référence Jason Sendwe de janvier 2015 à Décembre 2020. Résultats. Durant notre période d’étude, 4095 enfants de 0 à 5 ans ont consulté les services de Pédiatrie dans nos sites, dont 352 cas de convulsions fébriles ayant constitué la taille de notre échantillon, représentant ainsi une fréquence de 8,6%. Les enfants de moins d’un an ont été majoritaires dans l’échantillon, représentant 55,4% des cas, avec une moyenne d’âge de 1,48 ± 1,22 ans, pour un sex-ratio de 1,59 filles/garçons. Dans 58,5% des cas, les crises fébriles étaient généralisées ou mixtes, avec une durée de moins de 15 minutes dans 90,1% des cas, et une association avec un trouble de conscience dans 12,8% des cas. Le Paludisme grave (forme neurologique/Neuropaludisme), le sepsis et la méningoencéphalite ont été respectivement responsables de 56,5%, 18,8% et 15,9% des crises fébriles. Ces dernières ont été prises en charge à 78,7% avec du Diazépam et à 52% avec du Phénobarbital, aboutissant à une guérison dans 76,4% des cas. Conclusion. les convulsions fébriles chez les enfants de moins de 5 ans sont un problème de santé fréquent à Lubumbashi et en République Démocratique du Congo. La prévention et une prise en charge adéquate des maladies endémiques de notre région, combinées à la vaccination, pourraient grandement contribuer à la lutte contre les convulsions fébriles et la morbi-mortalité infantile qui en découle. Mots-clés : Convulsions, fébriles, enfants de 0 – 5 ans, Etat de lieu, Lubumbashi.
Lésions traumatiques du genou à Lubumbashi : Prospection de 36 cas
Authors: Nkombo Magloire N. , Ntanga Michel N. , Mulunda Didier Y. , Bukasa Placide C. , Nkumisongo Serge , Lutumba Odon M. , Mazono Pierre M.
Published: October 2024

Introduction. La vague de la modernisation dans les pays en développement est aussi facteur des violences tant accidentelles qu’intentionnelles, à la base notamment des lésions traumatiques du genou. L’objectif est de ressortir les différents facteurs associés aux lésions traumatiques du genou. Matériel et méthodes. Il s’agit d’une étude descriptive à mode de collecte des données prospectif sur un échantillon aléatoire exhaustif de 36 patients hospitalisés aux Cliniques Universitaires de Lubumbashi du 1er février au 31 décembre 2014. Résultats. La moyenne d’âge s’est révélée être de 39,6±18,6 ans (extrêmes : 12 et 72 ans). Le sexe masculin était le plus touché, représentant 69% avec un sexe ratio de 1,8. Les élèves/étudiants étaient les plus représentés (19,4%), suivis des ouvriers (16,7%) et des commerçants (16,7%). Les principales étiologies étaient les accidents de la circulation (36,1%) et les accidents domestiques (30,6%). Les principaux engins impliqués étaient les motocyclettes (53,8%) et les véhicules à quatre roues (30,8%). Environ 25,0% des patients présentaient une boiterie et 25,0% marchaient avec un support. Les principales lésions étaient des contusions des parties molles (25,0%) et des entorses (22,2%). En ce qui concerne le traitement, 25% des patients ont reçu un traitement médicamenteux comprenant un antibiotique, un antalgique et du sérum antitétanique, tandis que 50% ont bénéficié d’une contention plâtrée. Des suites favorables ont été observées chez 66,7% des patients, tandis que 100% des cas de suites compliquées ont été marqués par la raideur du genou. Dans 58,3% des cas, les patients ont été hospitalisés pendant une période n’excédant pas 7 jours. Conclusion. Pour conclure, les lésions traumatiques du genou sont une conséquence significative des accidents de la circulation à Lubumbashi, principalement causés par des motocyclettes. Par conséquent, il est essentiel de sensibiliser sur le code de la route. Mots-clés : Lésions; Traumatiques; Genou.