bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Positive mental health and quality of life among students with disabilities and diabetes. Unraveling the role of physical fitness
Authors: Ayad Tamer Hamdy , Moustafa Mohamed Ali , Alshayeb Hoda Hosny , Elrayah Musaddag , Zayed Mohamed Abdelhamid
Published: December 2024

This study aims at exploring the direct impact of positive mental health through 6 factors on quality of life among students with disabilities and diabetes at Saudi universities, as well as the moderating impact of physical fitness on all direct relationships among all variables of the study. Employing a quantitative research methodology, using self-administered surveys distributed to a sample of students with disabilities and diabetes at numerous Saudi Arabian universities. 468 completed surveys were received and subjected to statistical analysis, using PLS-SEM, and the study uncovered significant positive direct relationships between all positive mental health sub factors and quality of life among students. Additionally, the study revealed that physical fitness acts as a moderator in all direct relationships These findings offer valuable insights for universities, in order to develop and implement psychological support and academic adjustments policies ensuring students have access to health and wellness programs, and engage local communities in the creation of policies that can help students with disabilities.
Niger River Water Conflicts: Explanations and Forecasts
Authors: Guner Serdar , Yüksel Selcen
Published: December 2024

The Niger River basin home to more than 100 million people invites rigorous techniques to evaluate water conflicts among riparian areas. Conflict categories of trigger, casualty, and weapon in the interval of 2000-2022 are associated with riparian areas, revealing alternative results. The correspondence analysis reveals a relationship between riparian areas and conflicts depending on whether Benin and Niger are involved in no conflicts in the basin. The inclusion of some riparian areas in the same category implies that riparian areas with different domestic traits, such as population size, political regime, political stability, the number and length of shared borders, and the intensity of scarcity of water are similar in terms of conflicts. Future extensions of the analysis will include alternative factors, such as the destruction of nature, water pollution, and population growth, to assess water conflicts in the Niger River basin. Adding dimensions would help assess the future risks of water conflicts.
Efeitos da confissão quando do descumprimento do acordo de não persecução penal
Authors: Gonçalves Gabrieli Gravi , Taporosky Filho Paulo Silas
Published: December 2024

O presente trabalho visa analisar o Acordo de Não Persecução Penal, instituto efetivamente introduzido no ordenamento jurídico brasileiro por meio da Lei n.º 13.964/2019, tendo como objetivo verificar os efeitos da confissão do investigado no processo quando da hipótese de descumprimento do acordo. São explanados os requisitos, as condições e os impedimentos para a celebração do acordo, nos termos da lei processual penal. Além disso, discute-se acerca da revogação do acordo nas situações que houver o descumprimento insignificante das condições impostas por parte do investigado, considerando a possibilidade da utilização da Teoria do Adimplemento Substancial com o intuito de extinguir a punibilidade do investigado como medida adequada a ser adotada ao invés da revogação e posterior oferecimento da denúncia. O problema de pesquisa pode ser apontado a partir da seguinte pergunta: é possível a utilização da confissão do investigado obtida no acordo de não persecução penal como elemento probatório no processo caso o acordo seja rescindido devido ao descumprimento das medidas impostas? A metodologia utilizada é de natureza exploratória e amparada por revisão bibliográfica, pelo que foi possível depreender que a confissão obtida durante a celebração do acordo não pode ser utilizada como uma ferramenta pelo órgão acusador contra o investigado em caso de descumprimento das medidas impostas.
A (in)coerência no sistema de nomeação para ministros do Supremo Tribunal Federal
Authors: Gonçalves Pedro Henrique de Morais , Rockemback Ana Claudia
Published: December 2024

O artigo explora o sistema de indicação e nomeação dos ministros do Supremo Tribunal Federal (STF) no Brasil. Inicia com um histórico do tribunal e, em seguida, compara com os sistemas adotados nos EUA e na Alemanha. Além disso, aborda projetos de emenda constitucional que buscam reformar o atual processo brasileiro. O questionamento central é se existe um modelo adequado para a seleção dos ministros, tendo como base a análise crítica e a busca por aprimoramento, que são essenciais para garantir a independência e a eficiência do STF. A metodologia envolveu pesquisa documental e análise doutrinária, bem como revisão de projetos de emenda constitucional relacionados à reforma do processo atualmente vigente no país. Na discussão, são apresentadas questões como a independência do tribunal, a transparência do processo de escolha e a necessidade de aprimoramento. Concluiu-se que a busca por um modelo adequado deve considerar a eficiência e a imparcialidade da Corte.
Málaga Paradise. La Exposición
Authors: Vázquez de la Rosa Héctor , González Palomino Lucía
Published: December 2024

Málaga Paradise es un proyecto crítico en torno a las prácticas de hacer ciudad llevadas a cabo por la administración local malagueña, un ejercicio de transferencia a la opinión pública sobre las problemáticas que experimenta la ciudad, en donde entroncamos desde la arrejuntaera colectiva algunos conocimientos teóricos de la investigación académica con las prácticas de artivismo y militancia urbana. La nominación de este Fanzine colaborativo, Málaga Paradise, alude al célebre poema de Vicente Aleixandre: Ciudad del Paraíso, epígrafe del que se ha servido la ciudad para sus claims turísticos. Pero también, precisamente, su título es concebido por nosotres como un intento de localización y posicionamiento malaguita a través de la recuperación del particular seseo/ceceo característico de la provincia: Málaga/para/dise/. Málaga dice PARA.

Este acto de apropiacionismo intencionado se intersecciona de inmediato con las genealogías queer —en ese ya característico apropiarse del insulto tan propio del movimiento—; nosotres nos atribuimos nuestras hablas sureñas, hartes ya de risas, ofensas y ultrajes, con un radical y brillante orgullo en “andalûh”. Nuestra voluntad y empeño en llevar el fanzine a un espacio museístico a modo de exposición se ve justificada en la prolífica participación de artistas jóvenes locales que, con sus obras, han participado en los dos números publicados del Fanzine Málaga Paradise. La amplia variedad de formatos supone un valor añadido para la concreción de esta línea argumentativa curatorial. Este potencial creativo viene a confirmarnos que el paraíso, por tanto, se hace en colectivo. Troncando con una producción netamente surgida del panorama sociocultural de Málaga, el discurso artístico se concreta tanto en soportes físicos, como el collage, la acuarela, el óleo, la fotografía, el souvenir, la escultura, la imaginería o las artes textiles; como en soportes digitales, como el diseño gráfico, la ilustración, el video-documental o la video-performance.
The Earth’s Oldest Colonizers
Authors: Kartawik Natalia , Behnke-Borowczyk Jolanta
Published: December 2024

Fungi – organisms that were the first to appear on land – still remain largely unknown. What insights have we gained into their history and evolution?
From Artificial Intelligence to the Stars
Authors: Biały Filip
Published: December 2024

Scientific and technological progress is not ideologically neutral. It is driven not only by a desire to understand reality but also by an ambition to bring specific ideological visions to fruition via new technologies.
Mechanical heart valves between myths and new evidence: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Santarpino Giuseppe , Serraino Giuseppe F. , Cardetta Francesco , Di Mauro Michele , De Feo Marisa , Menicanti Lorenzo , Paparella Domenico , Mastroroberto Pasquale , Sorrentino Sabato , Speziale Giuseppe , Pollari Francesco , Mauro Marianna , Torella Michele , Coscioni Enrico , Chello Massimo , Barili Fabio , Parolari Alessandro ,   Italian Group of Research for Outcome in Cardiac Surgery (GIROC)
Published: December 2024

Aims

The use of mechanical valve prostheses in cardiac surgery remains a necessary and indicated intervention in a large number of patients. However, predicted results associated with their use, on which current guideline recommendations have been developed, are based on dated studies at risk of bias (e.g. use of old generation models, very high international normalized ratio regimes).

Methods

A comprehensive search in multiple electronic databases was conducted from January 1995 to January 2024 using predefined criteria. The primary outcomes included all-cause death, bleeding events and thromboembolic events (i.e. stroke) at follow-up.

Results

Overall, 38 studies were included in the meta-analysis. Cumulative meta-analysis results for mortality, thromboembolic events and bleeding events were initially extremely variable and tended to become more consistent over time. A meta-regression for the impact of age and sex on mortality showed no difference, whereas a meta-regression for the impact of age and sex on thromboembolic events and on bleeding events showed a higher risk in the elderly and in female patients, respectively.

Conclusion

The lack of fundamental information on the type of anticoagulant treatment (e.g. dosage, monitoring method) in the studies published to date does not allow us to draw any definitive conclusions on the outcomes of mechanical valve prostheses. The most recent studies have provided more consistent results, which in the past were highly variable, probably due to overcoming the bias in the use of prosthetic models of different generations.
Variability of secondary metabolism and morphogenesis of Ligustrum vulgare L. under different growing conditions in an urban environment
Authors: Derii Andrii , Pinchuk Andrii , Babyn Oleksandr , Sovakov Oleksandr , Likhanov Artur
Published: December 2024

Assessing the condition of plants in an urban landscaping is a necessary component of monitoring urban ecosystems. Studying how the sensitivity of plants to stressful conditions and the influence of many factors on their growth and development is important for determining the suitability of using plants for urban improvement.

The purpose of this study was to identify the impact of stress factors on the growth and development of Ligustrum vulgare L. (commonly called privet). The research was conducted in the city of Kyiv, where the plants are affected by significant vehicle traffic, intense insolation or excessive shade, and mechanical traumatization of plants due to plant trimming. Shoots of Ligustrum vulgare L. of different ages and under different growing conditions were used for the analysis.

The research used methods of morphometry, chromatographic profiling of secondary metabolites, and statistical data processing. To analyze the morphogenesis of annual shoots, the Gaussian model was used, which accurately (R2 > 0.90) describes their growth processes. The model coefficients were used for a comparative assessment of the growth dynamics of Ligustrum vulgare L. shoots depending on the growing conditions and plant care. Correlation analysis also allowed for the identification of potential connections between the growth model coefficients and certain phenolic synthesis products. It was found that the plant trimming leads to an increase in the length of the shoots and accelerated growth of the side shoots. The obtained results may indicate that phenolic compounds, in particular chlorogenic acid, directly or indirectly affect the regulation of growth and development of shoots of Ligustrum vulgare L. in response to stress factors, such as mechanical injury. The content of chlorogenic acid positively correlates with the increase in the length of internodes, which indicates its possible role in morphogenesis. It has been established that the profiles of phenolic substances allow identification of Ligustrum plants at the species level. Principal component analysis (PCA) and cluster analyses showed that the phenolic profiles of plants depend on their growing conditions and the urban environment. The study confirms the importance of plant trimming for stimulating plant growth. The significant adaptation potential of Ligustrum vulgare L. plants confirmed the suitability of their use in urban environments.
Fuel models for forest soil cover plant
Authors: Tyburski Łukasz , Czubak Damian , Szczygieł Ryszard , Kwiatkowski Mirosław
Published: December 2024

This study presents the development and application of forest fuel models to predict fire behaviour in different forest habitats, focusing on biomass distribution, moisture variability and the calorific value of soil cover components. On analysing forest fire data from 2007 to 2013, we identified high-risk habitats, especially in younger stands and in stands dominated by Scots pine. The variability of moisture in the different soil cover components, including litter and deadwood, was statistically analysed; it revealed significant dependencies on litter moisture and rain-free intervals. These dependencies allowed the creation of equations to accurately predict fuel load and moisture content based on stand age, habitat type and environmental conditions.

Using the calorific value measurements with an average calorific value of 18,920 kJ/kg for dry soil cover materials, fuel models were developed to estimate the potential intensity of fires. The models categorise the biomass into decayed, dead and live components and take into account key variables such as bulk density and moisture content that influence fire spread. Data-driven categorisation enables fire risk assessments at the compartment level, which increases accuracy compared to more comprehensive district-level assessments.

Applications of fuel models include mapping the spatial distribution of biomass by fuel type, creating fire hazard maps and optimising firefighting infrastructure. These models support planning and operations by enabling forest managers to visualise high-risk areas and predict fire behaviour based on real-time meteorological data. The models are a critical step towards a more effective firefighting system that provides fine-grained, actionable insights into fire risk at the local level.
The first report of Quercus brantii dieback caused by Lelliottia nimipressuralis in Zagros forests, Iran
Authors: Zolfaghari Roghayeh , Fayyaz Payam , Dalvand Forough , Rezaei Rasool
Published: December 2024

In recent years, the decline of Brant’s oak, the main and most important tree of Zagros, is widespread. Considering the importance of oak trees, this study aims to identify the causal agent of the oak decline. Eight bacterial strains were isolated from infected tissues of oak trees, and these eight isolates have been identified by phenotypic characteristics. Three of eight isolates induced typical hypersensitive reactions on tobacco leaves, suggesting that they were pathogenic. Also, they were characterized as circular, gram-negative, facultatively anaerobic, oxidase negative, and catalase positive. The phenotypic and biochemical tests suggested that they belonged to the genus Entrobacter spp. One isolate (isolate Q1) exhibited amplification by PCR and was selected for the 16S rRNA gene sequence. The sequencing and phylogenetic analysis of this isolate showed ≥ 93% similarity to the Enterobacter cloacae complex. While a combination of biochemical and physiological characteristics in combination with DNA sequence analysis revealed that the isolate Q1 is Lelliottia nimipressuralis. Pathogenicity test and Koch’s postulates on the healthy seedlings and observing the symptoms confirmed that the isolate Q1 was the causal agent of the wetwood disease on Quercus brantii. This is the first report of oak dieback caused by Lelliottia nimipressuralis in Iran.
Selected aspects of the impact of energy wood harvesting on the forest environment
Authors: Młynarski Wojciech
Published: December 2024

Global demand for energy, including renewable energy, continues to rise. As a result, the proportion of woody biomass used for energy purposes is also increasing. The article focuses on a literature review of selected natural consequences of forest biomass utilisation for the forest environment. The impacts of harvesting forest biomass for energy purposes consider three harvesting systems: conventional harvesting (CH), whole-tree harvesting (WTH) and whole-tree harvesting with stump removal (WTH + S). The results of the literature review show that harvesting for energy affects the forest environment, including soil productivity, forest water and biodiversity. The impacts are mostly negative and largely depend on the harvesting system. This literature review shows that the more intensive the timber harvesting system (WTH, WTH + S) is, the greater the impact on the natural environment. Of all systems, conventional timber harvesting (CH) has the best impact on the natural environment.
Biomass as an energy source and carbon stock
Authors: Gheorghe Iuliana Florentina
Published: December 2024

The present study demonstrates the importance of biomass as a renewable energy source; the forest ecosystems with high-energy potential have a high carbon storage capacity and the key factor being the amount of biomass stored.

The study area was Romania, located in Europe, where the author selected 90 forest ecosystems spread along an altitudinal gradient from the lower Danube floodplain (15 m asl.) to the Carpathian Mountains (2100 m asl.).

In each ecosystem type, five circular areas of 500 m2 were selected, where the following parameters were measured and estimated: tree species composition, average age, total timber volume (m3/ha) and annual productivity (m3/ha/year), and wood density (g/cm3). The calorific capacity of the wood was determined by calorimetric methods using the Bomb Calorimeter (Model-IKA C2000), the carbon content was measured with a CE InstrumentsEA-1110 CHNS-O dispositive, and the carbon stock was calculated using CO2FIX31EXE based on woody biomass carbon stocks.

From the point of view of standing crop biomass, the most valuable are pure forests, 130-year-old (355 t/ha); mixed beech forests where beech dominates, 110-year-old (300.8 t/ha); and the planted forest, the 35-year-old poplar plantation was the most productive (199.5 t/ha). The highest productivity was in the 10-year-old planted poplar forest (7.14 t/ha/year), followed by the 110-year-old sessile oak forest (2.35 t/ha/year), and 110-year-old mixed beech forests, where 50% beech in composition. In natural forests, in terms of energy, the most efficient are pure beech forests and those mixed with fir and spruce, and for the planted forest, it is the poplar forest.

A direct correlation is between the capacity to produce and store energy of the forest ecosystems and the capacity to fix and store the carbon through photosynthesis, and the biomass is a key factor that proves this.
Apple Cultivation in Nontraditional Areas: Novel Perspectives and Advances A review
Authors: Thakur Praveen , Paul Ayush , Raj Yog , Kumar Rakesh
Published: December 2024

Low-chilling apple genotypes have become a viable alternative for cultivation in regions with moderate to mild winters due to concerns about the impact of global climate change. Although the cultivation of low-chilling apples has been known since the last century, there is little research on their propagation and cultural operations, which creates an urgent need for structured information collection. This work presents a comprehensive review of agrotechnological practices aimed at successfully cultivating low-chilling apple cultivars in nontraditional, warmer regions in order to regulate apple prices in local markets and reduce the carbon footprint associated with transportation. By providing comprehensive insights into various agro-technological practices and recent advances in low-chilling apple cultivation, this review can serve as a valuable resource for researchers, growers, and practitioners interested in the successful cultivation of apples in nontraditional areas throughout the globe.
THE EFFECT OF THE READ, ANSWER, DISCUSS, EXPLAIN, AND CREATE (RADEC) LEARNING MODEL ON STUDENTS' CHEMICAL LITERACY SKILLS IN THE INDEPENDENT CURRICULUM
Authors: Aufa Rofiki Lubis Maulida , Alvina Sirry , Muliaman Agus , Rezkia Lukman Isna , Fakhrah Fakhrah
Published: December 2024

This research aims to determine the influence of the Read, Answer, Discuss, Explain, and Create (RADEC) model on the chemical literacy abilities of class XI students at SMA Negeri 7 Lhokseumawe through aspects of chemical literacy, namely aspects of context, knowledge, and competence. This research is Pre-Experimental Design research, carried out in the odd semester of the 2023/2024 academic year at SMA Negeri 7 Lhokseumawe. The subjects in this study consisted of 2 classes that took cross-interest chemistry lessons, namely classes XI-1 and XI-2, with 55 students. Sampling was carried out by purposive sampling. The data collection techniques and instruments used in this research were essay questions in the form of stories or literacy, totaling nine questions about reaction rate. The research results show that the t-test data on students' chemical literacy test learning outcomes has a sig. value. (2-tailed) 0.000 0.05, so H0 is rejected, and Ha is accepted. The conclusion is that the RADEC learning model influences the scientific literacy abilities of class XI students at SMAN 7 Lhokseumawe on the reaction rate material. The average value of the students' chemical literacy aspects is that the average value of the context aspect in the experimental class is 79.01, the knowledge aspect is 87.65, and the competency aspect is 60.49. The average value of the context aspect in the control class is 69.04, the knowledge aspect is 35.11, and the competency aspect is 45.83. The influence of chemical literacy abilities can be seen from the average value of students who use the RADEC learning model 76, with the good criterion being higher than students who use the conventional learning model, which is 50 with sufficient criteria.
FUZZY DELPHI METHOD FOR DESIGNING AND DEVELOPING ACID BASE Et-PBL MODULE TO IMPROVE PROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLS
Authors: Khaira Kuntum , Ibrahim Mohd Mokhzani
Published: December 2024

Innovative and creative techniques and materials for teaching and learning are required to stay up with the advancements of globalization. The purpose of this study is to reach expert consensus on the precise and relevant components that should be used while designing and developing an acid-base Et-PBL module to improve problem-solving skills.This study's design is quantitative and employs the  Fuzzy Delphi method.Thirty-three items made up the questionnaire instrument used to gather research data. Twelve experts from 10 different colleges who specialize in chemistry education and Islamic education participated in the study.Based on the expert consensus value over 75%, the fuzzy score (A) α - cut value = 0.5, and the threshold value (d) 0.2, the data analysis results indicated that the experts accepted all these items. Consequently, it demonstrates that these components have been agreed upon by experts and are required for the design and development of the acid-based Et-PBL module
META-ANALYSIS: THE GUIDED INQUIRY LEARNING MODEL’S EFFECT ON STUDENTS’ LEARNING OUTCOMES IN CHEMICAL LEARNING
Authors: Rindiany Nindy Aprillia , Aini Faizah Qurrata
Published: December 2024

The guided inquiry learning model is an appropriate pedagogical approach for teaching chemistry, as it engages students directly in the learning process. The objective of this research was to analyze and determine the effect of the guided inquiry learning model on students' learning outcomes in chemistry. This research is a literature study that employs a meta-analysis approach, adapted from the PRISMA methodology. A total of 200 articles published on Google Scholar between 2020 and 2024 were collected using the Publish or Perish application with the keywords "the effect of guided inquiry model," "learning outcomes," and "chemistry." The screening process, which involved adhering to specific inclusion criteria, resulted in the identification of five articles. Subsequently, the ES value was calculated. The data analysis indicates that the guided inquiry model has the potential to enhance student learning outcomes in chemistry, with an average ES value of 1.42, which falls within the high category.
EFFECTIVENESS OF A PROBLEM-BASED LEARNING MODULE ON SALT HYDROLYSIS IN IMPROVING STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
Authors: Batu Bara Humairoh Azhari , Mawardi Mawardi , Akmar Reza , Ulianas Alizar , Suryani Okta , Aini Faiza Qurrata , Mulyanti Mulyanti
Published: December 2024

This study aimed to analyze the effectiveness of the problem-based learning module on students' learning outcomes at SMAN 1 Bukittinggi. This study employed Plomp's development model. The research applies a quasi-experimental type with a non-equivalent control group design. The population includes phase F students of Class XI of SMAN 1 Bukittinggi who are studying chemistry in the 2023/2024 academic year as many as six classes. The sample was taken with a purposive sampling technique, and the selected classes XI F9 and XI F10.  The test instrument was 20 multiple-choice questions. The data obtained were analyzed using the n-gain and hypothesis testing with the Mann-Whitney test. The results of data analysis obtained the n-gain value of the experimental class and control class, respectively, namely 0.74 with a high category and 0.58 with a medium category. As for hypothesis testing, the calculation of Asymps. Sig 0.05, then the learning outcomes of experimental class students are higher than those of the control class. The results showed that problem-based learning module learning on is effective in improving student learning outcomes at SMAN 1 Bukittingi.
DESCRIPTION OF STUDENTS' MENTAL MODELS ON BUFFER SOLUTION MATERIALS USING FOUR-TIER DIAGNOSTIC TESTS
Authors: Ramadhani Fajri , Azra Fajriah
Published: December 2024

Mental models are very important to know because they can describe the level of students' understanding of chemical phenomena related to certain materials, one of which is a buffer solution that emphasizes the interconnection understanding of the three levels of chemical representation. This study aims to describe the mental model of students in buffer solution materials. The research method used is quantitative descriptive. The sampling technique was purposive sampling, with a sample of 35 students. The research instruments used were a four-tier multiple choice diagnostic test based on mulltire, chemical presentations, and interviews.The results showed that the mental models of students on the buffer solution material were diverse, namely: Scientific Model with a percentage of 18.05%, Synthesis-Partial Understanding A of 5.35%, Synthesis-Partial Understanding B of 32.34%, Synthesis-Misconception of 26.27%, and Initial Model of 21.54%. The percentage of agreement between the test answers and the interview answers was 75% which showed that the answers given in the test and the interview were correct from the students' own understanding.
Review Essay: The Chinese Brother in Africa, Christina Seyfried, African Bargaining Power with China: Foreign Investment and Rising Influence. Abingdon: Routledge, 2023.
Authors: Tofiño Iñaki
Published: December 2024

In the context of an often-polarized debate on the Western fear of Chinese presence in Africa, the research presented in this book has interesting and important implications for the future economic development strategies of African countries and the foreign investors who want to work with them. This 227-page book, the result of the author’s 301-page Ph.D. dissertation at Yale University, directed by Professor Ian Shapiro at the Department of Political Science, provides a detailed account of the political economy around investment deal negotiations between African governments and private Chinese investors.
India’s Efforts towards Biodiversity Conservation: Ratifying International Commitments as a Way to Bridge the North-South Divide
Authors: Basu Aditi
Published: December 2024

Since ancient times, India’s rich biodiversity has been a feather in its cap. Thus, housing a rich and diverse ecosystem, India has placed biodiversity as the foundation of its climate politics. Being a signatory to many international conventions and protocols for wildlife protection, many laws, missions, projects and initiatives have been undertaken both on national and international levels for the preservation of rich biodiversity of India. The recent legislations have been proposed by the government in accordance with international agreements on biodiversity conservation to which India is a partner. Also, as a highly populated tropical nation, India runs the risk of protecting biodiversity because of change in land use pattern and other anthropocentric activities. The paper answers a popular question: How far has India’s ratification of international agreements towards biodiversity conservation bridged the North-South divide? Henceforth, the central argument of the paper is to analyse the two ways by which India sets an example of bridging the highly debated North-South divide: by insisting on financing the GS’ (Global South) biodiversity conservation initiatives at the international level while at the national level, promoting tourism, traditional medicine and preserving the habitats of the indigenous communities which are essential for a GS nation inhabited by diverse communities living near the dense tropical forests.
Distribution of Green Areas and Socioeconomic Inequalities in Cachoeiro de Itapemirim - ES: Analysis of Correlations in A Smart City Approach
Authors: Santos Elton Souza dos , Almeida Kayrone Marvila de , Campos Adriana Fiorotti
Published: December 2024

Objective: To analyze the distribution of green areas in Cachoeiro de Itapemirim and its relationship with socioeconomic indicators to understand the impact of urbanization and sustainable management on environmental and social inequalities.
 
Theoretical Framework: The inclusion of green spaces is discussed as essential for reducing pollution and promoting health, but their unequal distribution reflects existing socioeconomic disparities, especially in low-income regions.
 
Method: Google Earth satellite images and ArcGIS 10.8 software were used to map land use, classifying it into arboreal, low-lying, urban, and exposed soil vegetation, using the Maximum Similarity Classification technique. The most recent socioeconomic data were analyzed using Pearson's correlation coefficient to identify the relationship between the presence of vegetation and socioeconomic indicators.
 
Results and Discussion: The results show that green areas, although important for the environment and well-being, are not determinants for socioeconomic improvements, highlighting the complex relationship influenced by factors such as public policies and urban infrastructure.
 
Research Implications: The research highlights the need for multifaceted approaches to sustainable urban management, considering not only the distribution of green areas, but also the implementation of effective public policies and improvements in urban infrastructure to reduce socioeconomic inequalities.
 
Originality/Value: The study expands the literature by exploring the distribution of green areas in a medium-sized Brazilian city, analyzing the relationship between environmental sustainability and socioeconomic inequalities, and reinforces the importance of future research that considers multiple urban factors.
Estudo comparativo da qualidade de comprimidos de furosemida
Authors: Rozic Natali , Barboza Brenda  Maschietto , Bittiol Douglas de Abreu , Sousa Jéssica Menezes de , Araújo Jussara Marques de Souza , Testa Thales Vinicius , Fróes Bárbara Milani , Tescarollo Iara Lúcia
Published: December 2024

A furosemida tem sido amplamente utilizada devido a sua rápida ação diurética, em quadros agudos, sendo empregada no tratamento de edema associado a insuficiência cardíaca, doença hepática e renal, bem como na hipertensão. Devido às suas propriedades físico-químicas apresenta problemas de estabilidade e a qualidade de medicamentos produzidos com este fármaco precisa ser monitorada constantemente. O objetivo deste estudo consistiu em avaliar a qualidade físico-química e microbiológica de duas marcas distintas de comprimidos similares de furosemida. Os parâmetros de qualidade foram determinados por testes de identidade, aspecto, peso-médio, desintegração, dureza, friabilidade, dissolução, doseamento, uniformidade de doses unitárias e ensaios microbiológicos. Os resultados foram comparados com padrões da Farmacopeia Brasileira e permaneceram dentro das especificações estabelecidas.
»Mama sagte immer, mir sei da etwas falsch angewachsen gewesen, und das hätte man entfernen müssen«
Authors: Schwarz Laura
Published: December 2024

Bei etwa einem von 2.000 Kindern wird in Österreich die Intergeschlechtlichkeit bereits bei der Geburt festgestellt, andere erfahren davon erst später im Leben – oder auch gar nicht. Um diese Säuglinge rechtlich rasch einem eindeutig männlichen oder weiblichen Geschlecht zuordnen zu können, werden geschlechtszuweisende Operationen durchgeführt. Inwiefern hierbei die Gefahr besteht, dass durch die medizinisch vorgefertigten Lebensentwürfe für Inter*-Personen eine gesunde Persönlichkeitsentwicklung verhindert und physisches wie psychisches Leid verursacht wird, soll durch das Heranziehen von Entwicklungspsychologie und personzentrierter Theorie verdeutlicht werden. Abschließend wird in diesem Beitrag dargelegt, worauf personzentriert arbeitende Therapeut*innen bei der Zusammenarbeit mit intergeschlechtlichen Personen besonders achten sollten.
Göteborgin kirjamessut 40 vuotta – juhlavuoden teemoina Saamenmaa ja avaruus
Authors: Lahikainen Johanna
Published: December 2024

Suomen tiedekustantajien liiton ryhmämatka vei minut Göteborgin kirjamessuille, jotka järjestettiin 40. kertaa 26.–29. 9. 2024. Messuilla oli kaksi pääteemaa: Saamenmaa (Sápmi) ja avaruus.
Vuosi ihan e:nä – Humakin kokemuksia hankinnan painotuksesta sähköiseen aineistoon
Authors: Holappa Anne
Published: December 2024

Humanistinen ammattikorkeakoulu on lisännyt monimuoto- ja verkko-opetustarjontaansa. Ammattikorkeakoulun kirjasto on nyt vuoden ajan hankkinut ainoastaan sähköistä kurssimateriaalia opiskelijoilleen. Sähköisellä aineistolla on puolensa, mutta kaikille se ei sovi. Opiskelu verkossa muuttaa monia käytäntöjä, ja tuo myös uusia haasteita.
Fortalecimiento de la cadena de suministro de la base industrial de la defensa en Colombia basada en el adelanto de la I+D+i
Authors: Barrios Torres Sergio
Published: December 2024

El capítulo describe la importancia que tiene la interdependencia y el vínculo entre la base industrial de la defensa, el Gobierno Nacional y la sociedad civil para impulsar el desarrollo económico colombiano desde el sector defensa. Con este propósito, empleando un método de investigación cualitativo con alcance descriptivo, se presenta un contexto de cómo otros países han impulsado su aparato económico aprovechando los insumos que ofrece la industria de la defensa. De igual modo, se caracteriza el ámbito y los agentes que hacen posible que en Colombia, a través del sector defensa, se fomente el desarrollo eco-nómico. El estudio evidencia que la dinamización de la cadena de suministro en el sector defensa de Colombia impulsa la colaboración en Investigación y Desarrollo (I+D), fomenta la innovación tecnológica mediante la interacción entre universidades, industria y Gobierno. Además, fortalece la capacidad de adaptación y resiliencia del sector, facilita la integración de tecnologías emergentes y mejora la respuesta a cambios en el entorno global y tecno-lógico. Así, al ser una cadena de suministro eficiente y flexible, no solo optimiza recursos, sino que refuerza la seguridad nacional al garantizar el suministro oportuno de productos y servicios críticos para la defensa del país.
Caminho compartilhado: discurso feito na cerimônia de recebimento do título de professora emérita do Departamento de Ciência Política da USP
Authors: Tavares de Almeida Maria Hermínia
Published: December 2024

Hoje é um daqueles dias muito raros em que sonho e realidade se confundem num mesmo sentimento de alegria plena. Entre o longo período de formação e os 41 anos como professora foram quase seis décadas vividas neste território livre que é a universidade. Treze anos na Universidade Estadual de Campinas (Unicamp), a maior parte do tempo aqui, na nossa Universidade de São Paulo (Usp), e em seus prolongamentos extramuros: o Instituto de Estudos Econômicos Sociais e Políticos de São Paulo (Idesp) e, especialmente, o Centro Brasileiro de Análise e Planejamento (Cebrap)...
Da estratégia individual à mobilização coletiva: construção do sujeito nas trajetórias profissionais de executivos negros
Authors: Jaime Pedro , dos Santos-Souza Humberto Reis , Silva Hein Audrey
Published: December 2024

Este artigo apresenta os resultados de uma pesquisa que procurou investigar como os contextos sociopolíticos relativos às relações raciais que emolduraram os percursos de carreira de representantes de duas gerações de executivos negros favoreceram ou inibiram os processos por meio dos quais eles realizaram o trabalho de produção de si mesmos como sujeitos, construindo ou não identidades negras positivamente afirmadas.
Variações da alma (quase) selvagem: uma leitura pós-colonial de Vidas secas, de Graciliano Ramos
Authors: Melo Alfredo
Published: December 2024

Neste artigo argumentamos, por meio da análise de Vidas secas, de Graciliano Ramos, que a crítica social frequentemente atribuída ao romance de 1930 precisa ser mais detalhadamente examinada, uma vez que apresenta um ataque frontal não apenas à estrutura social arcaica, mantida pelas oligarquias rurais, mas também a um suposto atraso cultural do povo brasileiro, que precisaria ser devidamente resgatado e civilizado.
Crónicas noveladas sobre Cali: siglo XIX-mitad del XX. Libro de apuntes
Authors: Fajardo Fajardo Carlos
Published: December 2024

Crónicas noveladas sobre Cali: siglo XIX-mitad del XX. libro de apuntes es un bello texto en el que confluyen la historia del país, la formación de la ciudad y los personajes que, a través de la tradición familiar, construyeron un legado.

Carlos Fajardo Fajardo, con su lente de cronista y de poeta, realiza un recorrido en la formación de una ciudad como Santiago de Cali, desde finales del siglo XIX hasta la mitad del XX.

El diario de Faustino —el antepasado cronista— da origen a la reconstrucción de la historia. Allí, la ciudad finisecular y la de las primeras décadas del XX aparece con su magia y esplendor: el primer carro, la llegada del cinematógrafo, el primer avión, el colegio público, las cantinas, los prostíbulos, el tranvía, el alumbrado, la biblioteca municipal, los teatros, el paso del cometa Halley, los barrios, las emisoras y la música escuchada en ese inolvidable radio Phillips hacen gala; junto a las crónicas de viajeros extranjeros y sus impresiones sobre esta ciudad en gestación.

Es la remembranza de la ciudad, con sus voces y personajes que, de tan familiares, se vuelven universales; así como de los movimientos sociales, las ideas libertarias y las eternas guerras civiles en Colombia.

Génesis de una sensibilidad colectiva que llega hasta los sucesos del 9 de abril; necesidad de reconstrucción de la memoria en esta época que parece olvidar el peso e importancia de la historia.

Germán Diego Castro Castelblanco
TRANSTORNOS MENTAIS COMUNS EM MULHERES QUE EXERCEM O TRABALHO SEXUAL EM BELO HORIZONTE, MINAS GERAIS
Authors: Campos Fernanda Thaís , Alves Victória Cardoso , De Camargos Eduardo Rodrigues Ferreira Gomes , De Souza Ana Clara Santana , Cecilio Samyra Giarola , Resende Thainá Richelli Oliveira , Cecilio Sumaya Giarola
Published: December 2024

Objetivo: avaliar a prevalência de Transtornos Mentais Comuns (TMC) entre mulheres que exercem o trabalho sexual e os seus fatores associados. Métodos: Se trata de um estudo quantitativo, de delineamento transversal, realizado com 52 mulheres que exercem o trabalho sexual em Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais. A coleta de dados ocorreu por meio da aplicação de questionários sobre as variáveis sociodemográficas, as características de trabalho e as respostas ao Self Report Questionnaire (SQR-20) – Traduzido. Resultados: Os achados demonstram que a prevalência de TMC na população estudada foi de 67,3% (IC95%; 55,7% - 78,9%). As variáveis sociodemográficas mais relacionadas foram a renda mensal e o número de horas trabalhadas. Em relação as categorias de saúde mental, todas tiveram diferença significativa (ps < 0,001 – 0,039) a saber: humor deprimido/ansioso, sintomas somáticos, decréscimo da energia vital (com exceção para “tem dificuldade de pensar com clareza”), pensamentos depressivos. Conclusão: Em suma, a aplicação do SQR-20 apontou alta prevalência de TMC em mulheres que exercem o trabalho sexual em Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais. Se mostrando ser um grupo em elevado estado de vulnerabilidade para o desenvolvimento de transtornos mentais, sendo importante que políticas públicas de assistência à saúde mental sejam desenvolvidas, com enfoque em abordar as particularidades dessas mulheres e a suas condições de trabalho.
AVALIAÇÃO DA CAMA NOVA E REUTILIZADA NA PRODUÇÃO DE FRANGOS DE CORTE: QUALIDADE DO MATERIAL E IMPACTOS PRODUTIVOS
Authors: Ferreira Ana Carolina Donofre , Bertolosi Gabriel Martini
Published: December 2024

Este trabalho teve como objetivo avaliar a cama de frangos de corte em dois ciclos de produção (cama nova e reutilizada), considerando parâmetros de qualidade do material e aspectos produtivos dos frangos. O experimento foi realizado em um galpão de frangos de corte com área de 1.470 m², mantendo uma densidade de aproximadamente 11,5 aves/m². O material utilizado para a cama foi Pinus, com 10 cm de espessura. Ambos os ciclos apresentaram resultados satisfatórios de ganho de peso, conforme o esperado para a linhagem. Observou-se um aumento significativo no pH da cama entre o início e o fim do ciclo de produção nos dois tratamentos. A umidade da cama aumentou no primeiro ciclo (cama reutilizada) e diminuiu no segundo (cama nova). As temperaturas superficiais da cama acompanharam as variações da temperatura ambiente, e as lesões no coxim plantar das aves foram observadas a partir da terceira semana, sendo percentualmente mais frequentes na cama reutilizada. Conclui-se que, apesar da cama reutilizada não comprometer o desenvolvimento produtivo das aves, ela está associada a uma maior incidência de lesões e a parâmetros de qualidade inferiores. A reutilização da cama pode ser uma alternativa econômica e sustentável para o avicultor, porém realizada com cautela.
Forensic Analysis of Images
Authors:   Florida International University, Fernández Corcobado Isabel , Maestre Gasteazi Alejandro , Tapia Unai
Published: December 2024

Forensic Image Analysis: Time of Death Diagnosis image analysis based.
Development of a Simple Differential Extraction Method for Analysis of Forensic Sexual Assault Evidence Using the RapidHIT IDTM
Authors: Gonzalez Tirado Daniella , Bass Brooke , Werking J. , Lagace R. , Ballantyne Jack , Hanson Erin
Published: December 2024

Rapid DNA represents a novel forensic technology, wherein the sample analysis process, from DNA extraction to capillary electrophoresis, is fully automated and carried out without the need for human intervention. This technology allows for short-tandem repeat (STR) DNA profiles to be generated in as little as 90 minutes, as opposed to the hours to days of sample preparation and extraction required in casework laboratories.
Lentil hypersensitivity pneumonitis as a masquerader in an infant with recurrent pneumonia
Authors: Balasubramania Sangeetha , Ganesh Vijay , Pathania Amit , Taneja Manish
Published: December 2024

Lentils appear to be the most frequent legume associated with childhood allergies in the Mediterranean and India. The prevalence of food-allergic diseases in childhood is around 3%, with a range between 1.4-4% for common allergens. The Papilionaceae family, which includes legumes such as lentils, chickpeas, green beans, peanuts, and soy, is a significant part of the European diet. These foods are among the top five causes of immunoglobulin E-mediated allergic reactions. These allergies often begin early, before the age of four. Hypersensitivity pneumonitis (HP) causes a different immune reaction in your body than pollen or pet allergies. Unlike common allergies that cause hay fever and asthma, repeated exposure to allergens that cause HP can lead to inflammation that can permanently damage your lungs. We report a case of an infant who developed HP after recurrent aspiration/inhalation of lentils.
Возрастные изменения толщины коры и слоев в правом и левом полушариях мозжечка у детей
Authors: Цехмистренко Т.А. , Обухов Д.К. , Мазлоев А.Б.
Published: December 2024

Исследование было проведено на 32 испытуемых в возрасте 1824 лет. Результаты показали, что у 7 из 32 исследуемых лиц при ожидании электрокожного раздражения наблюдалась инверсия фронтоокципитальной асимметрии бета1ритма, вследствие чего затылочные области коры оказались более активированы, чем лобные. В полосе бета1 выявляется функциональная неоднородность биопотенциалов. Ключевые слова: эмоции, асимметрия ЭЭГ, бета1ритм, функциональная неоднородность.

A study was run on 32 subjects, aged 1824. The subjects were to expect painful stimulation. Data obtained showed that 7 subjects of 32 had an inversion of frontaloccipital asymmetry beta1rythm when expecting electrical stimulation, owing to which the occipital cortical regions were more activated as compared to the frontal regions. It was revealed functional heterogeneity in the band beta1
КОГНИТИВНЫЕ ВЫЗВАННЫЕ ПОТЕНЦИАЛЫ, КАК ДОПОЛНИТЕЛЬНЫЙ КРИТЕРИЙ В ОЦЕНКЕ ФУНКЦИОНАЛЬНОЙ МЕЖПОЛУШАРНОЙ АСИММЕТРИИ
Authors: Баркар А.А. , Маркина Л.Д.
Published: December 2024

Для диагностики функциональной межполушарной асимметрии разработаны формулы расчета индекса латентности Р300 с анализом отдельно по полушариям. Выявлены достоверные различия между правшами и левшами по показателям индекса латентности и амплитуде Р300, которые больше на стороне доминирующего полушария (у правшей эти показатели больше в левом, а у левшей в правом полушарии).

Annotation. For the diagnosis of functional interhemispheric asymmetry, formulas have been developed for calculating the latency index P300 with analysis separately for hemispheres. Significant differences were found between righthanders and lefthanders in terms of latency index and P300 amplitude, which are more on the side of the dominant hemisphere (righthanders have more of these indicators in the left, and in lefthanders, in the right hemisphere).