bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Role of Program and Project Management in Increasing the Competitiveness of Russian Universities: A Comparative Analysis Including China and India
Authors: Sorokin M. Yu. , Yu Luyao
Published: November 2024

As the worldwide economic paradigm changes, higher education becomes an extremely important factor in ensuring a country’s scientific and technological sovereignty. This article compares the state of higher education in the Russian Federation (RF), the Republic of India (RI), and the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and ranks the development of their respective higher education systems in order to derive a model for advancing the innovative competitiveness of the RF’s institutions of higher education and to identify the components required to make them more competitive. Study of statistical data and regulations along with retrospective and systemic structural analysis indicate that program and process management is an innovative way to increase the competitiveness of universities. This result is grounded in a descriptive analysis of previous scientific studies, which substantiated the authors’ definition of what makes universities competitive. Comparison of the programs and projects implemented in the three countries examined leads to the conclusion that the RF should accelerate the creation of a wide network of program and project initiatives in higher education. Although a comparative analysis of the RF’s nationwide Project 5–100 and Priority 2030 program reveals certain problems in university management, it also establishes that applying existing regulations for strategic planning as well as for program project management in order to develop universities can assist in reaching the targets of Presidential Decree No. 145 dated 28 February 2024, entitled “Strategy for Scientific and Technological Development of the RF” (SSTD).
Export Tariffs in Commodity Markets
Authors: Borodin K. G.
Published: November 2024

This paper develops a partial equilibrium model and employs it to analyze the immediate consequences of introducing an export duty. Published materials confirm that the general premise of duopoly models is that external and internal sales markets are segmented and that this segmentation determines the long-term orientation of models in which production is a variable. In contrast to existing theoretical approaches, the relationship between domestic and foreign sales markets assuming fixed production volumes makes it possible to arrive at short-term estimates of the consequences of introducing an export duty. Such a duty will impact the domestic market price of the exporting country, the volumes of its exports and its export prices, and the price and volume of foreign supplies from global export (the totality of other exporting countries that supply to the foreign sales market of a given exporting country), etc. The results of the study indicate that the increase in welfare for an exporting country (the total increase in producers’ profits, government revenues, and consumer gains) from an export duty depends directly on the ratio between the supply of products on the domestic market before introducing the duty and the increase in domestic supply (decrease in export volumes) after its introduction. The finding is that welfare will increase only under specific conditions. The possibility of imposing an export duty without loss of welfare depends in fact on what share exports have in production volumes prior to the introduction of the duty. For quite realistic estimates of the coefficients of inverse demand functions, the conclusion is that welfare will increase for any value of the export duty if the production volume in the exporting country prior to imposing the duty was approximately twice (2.25 times) higher than the volume of exports. Estimates of the distribution of gains and losses from the introduction of export duties were arrived at for three main groups — producers, consumers, and the state budget in all sales markets. To illustrate how the theoretical constructs of the model operate, the effects of introducing an export tariff on the Russian wheat market in 2021 were analyzed.
The Economic Life of Sevastopol During the Late 18th and Early 19th Centuries
Authors: Baranov A. G. , Garmashova E. P. , Lopatina T. A. , Punga D. V.
Published: November 2024

This article examines aspects Sevastopol’s economy from its founding in 1783 through the beginning of the nineteenth century in order to identify the main components in the city’s economic development during that period. Five key patterns in Sevastopol’s economic development emerged from this analysis. First, the city’s economic development was influenced by a policy that favored integration by making the local population loyal to Russia, settling farmers in the surrounding territory, declaring the city open to friendly nations, and undertaking ambitious civil and military construction. Second, over 95 percent of the population in Sevastopol at the end of the eighteenth century was military, and for the purposes of this study that fact justifies designating the urban population military oriented. Third, the inadequate development of agriculture around Sevastopol ensured high prices but also contributed to increased trade. Fourth, there was a rather narrow sectoral specialization of industry, which was dominated by state-owned enterprises in ship repair, construction, food, and building material. The resulting shortage of industrial products in the city was partially offset by handicraft production and home industry. Fifth, the fast pace of trade development was essentially a way of compensating for the deficits in agriculture and industry; that is, Sevastopol’s specialization as a trading center helped it overcome the shortage of agricultural and industrial goods in the city.
Caracterização Epidemiológica da Tuberculose na Região de Integração Lago de Tucuruí, Amazônia Brasileira no período 2011 – 2020.
Authors: Pimentel Joane de Jesus , Borba Pinheiro Claudio Joaquim , Da Luz Borges Samuel , Sarkis Müller da Silva Mariana , Lima Vale Joyce Karen
Published: November 2024

Objetivo: caracterizar a epidemiologia da Tuberculose (TB) na Região de integração Lago de Tucuruí (RILT), estado do Pará, Brasil, no período de 2011 a 2020. Materiais e Métodos: Estudo epidemiológico de corte transversal dos casos confirmados de tuberculose notificados no Sistema de Informação de Agravos de Notificação (SINAN). Realizou-se análise estatística, assumindo-se o nível de significância de 5% (p < 0,05). Resultados: Foram notificados 1080 casos de TB na RILT. Houve predomínio do gênero masculino (66,7%), pardos (67,1%) idade entre 15-39 anos (52,3%), baixa escolaridade e residentes na zona urbana (75,5%). Quanto às variáveis clínicas, foram notificados 917 casos novos de TB (84,9%). A forma pulmonar foi mais prevalente (88,6%) e 716 casos (66,3%) foram encerrados por cura. Conclusão: A tuberculose ainda constitui um sério problema de saúde pública, com número crescente de notificações na região estudada.
Avaliação diafragmática através da ultrassonografia em pacientes ventilados mecanicamente: Revisão sistemática
Authors: Da Silva Victória Duquia , Gonçalves Tauana Bandeira , Forgiarini Junior Luiz Alberto
Published: November 2024

Introdução - O uso de ventiladores mecânicos em pacientes críticos internados em Unidade de Terapia Intensiva acarreta em disfunções diafragmáticas, aumentando o tempo de internação e a mortalidade. Objetivo - revisar a literatura sobre a técnica de avaliação diafragmática utilizando o ultrassom em doentes críticos ventilados mecanicamente. Materiais e métodos - revisão sistemática realizada de acordo com a Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses Guidelines (PRISMA) entre os dias 06 e 12 de Janeiro de 2020 na base de dados Pubmed. Os termos MESH indexados foram "ventilation" AND "diaphragm" AND “ultrasonography”. Resultados - as buscas nas bases de dados resultaram 308 artigos, após avaliação criteriosa foram incluídos no estudo 23 artigos. Por meio da revisão acerca da avaliação diafragmática através da ultrassonografia, observamos que em poucas horas de ventilação mecânica já é possível observar comprometimento diafragmático, a avaliação da fração de espessamento e excursão diafragmática podem predizer sucesso ou falha no desmame e o uso da ventilação no modo ventilação em pressão de suporte (PSV) diminui a perda de espessura diafragmática e, até aumenta a espessura muscular. Conclusão - a ultrassonografia diafragmática é um método que fornece informações importantes para avaliação, e diagnóstico das disfunções diafragmáticas, contribuindo para o melhor desfecho clínico.
Получение композиционных волокон методом электроспиннинга с применением отходов растительного сырья
Authors: Кайдар Б.Б. , Имаш А.А. , Азат С. , Тыныштыққызы Э.Е. , Смагулова Г.Т. , Сеитов Б.Х. , Мансуров З.А.
Published: November 2024

Активированный уголь (АУ) и диоксид кремния SiO2 являются одними из важных и доступных фильтрующих материалов для газов и жидкостей благодаря их высокопористой структуре и удельной площади поверхности. Активированный уголь производится в различных формах, а именно в виде порошка, гранул и, в последнее время, в виде волокон или волокнистых матриц. Диоксид кремния синтезируют в виде порошка из различных растительных материалов. В целом уменьшение размера частиц активированных углей и диоксида кремния до наноразмеров приводит к резкому изменению характеристик в результате увеличения удельной поверхности. Поэтому в данной работе рассматривается синтез композиционных волокон на основе поликрилонитрила (ПАН) с добавлением АУ-компонентов и диоксида кремния SiO2 методом электроспиннинга. Кроме того, изучалась их пористая структура. Полученные композиционные волокна ПАН/SiO2 и ПАН/АУ имеют сорбционную емкость 0,822 мг/г и 1,93 мг/г, соответственно. Таким образом, ПАН/АУ имеют более высокую адсорбционную способность, чем ПАН/SiO2. Морфология поверхности и структурные характеристики композиционных волокон ПАН/AУ и ПАН/SiO2 исследовались с помощью сканирующей электронной микроскопии (СЭМ) и энергодисперсионной рентгеновской спектроскопии (ЕДРС). Также были проведены испытания на сорбционные характеристики методом атомно-абсорбционной спектроскопии относительно ионов марганца (II).
Исследование термических свойств углеродсодержащих огнеупорных материалов, полученных из отходов металлургических производств в режиме СВС
Authors: Фоменко С.М. , Акишев А. , Толендиулы С. , Рахым Н.Т. , Нурадинов Б.А.
Published: November 2024

Данная работа посвящена технологии получения СВС-методом углеродсодержащих огнеупоров с максимальной трансформацией легкоплавких фаз в тугоплавкие с использованием отходов металлургии ферросплавного производства, а также исследованию теплофизических свойств, состава и влияния удельных тепловых потоков на температурные напряжения в условных гипотетических слоях полученных углеродсодержащих СВС-огнеупорных изделий. В качестве сырья использовали шлаки рудотермических печей и кеки, получаемые мокрым улавливанием и фильтрацией осадка пыли. Предложена и опробована технология самораспространяющегося высокотемпературного синтеза (СВС), по которой в процессе окислительно–восстановительной реакции алюмотермического горения восстановленные металлы, взаимодействуя с углеродом, образуют тугоплавкие карбиды. Легкоплавкие силикаты (фаялит, оливин, монтичеллит и др.) распадаются и оксиды кремния различной модификации вступают в реакцию с оксидом магния, образуя тугоплавкий форстерит, а с оксидами железа, образуя магнезиовюстит (MgOFeO) и магнезиоферрит (MgOFe2O3), тем самым минимизируя количество плавней в материале. Установлено, что в процессе СВ-синтеза количество силикатов монтичеллита, фаялита) снижается до 0,8-1,5% и увеличивается количество огнеупорных компонентов, в том числе карбида кремния. Рассчитаны температурные напряжения и удельные тепловые потоки при скорости нагрева рабочей поверхности от 4,3 до 55 оС/мин с изотермической выдержкой изделий при 1300 оС, установлена термическая стойкость.
Continuous professional education in midwifery: Addressing obstetric and neonatal emergencies in the era of advanced technologies
Authors: Tigka Maria
Published: November 2024

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From Cord to Cure: Repurposing Biological Waste for UAE's Health Revolution with Umbilical Cord Stem Cell Therapy
Authors: Barragán Joaquín Villarreal , Mousa Mira , Kohli Nupur
Published: November 2024

In the UAE, current hospital policies mandate the disposal of biological waste, such as umbilical cords. However, this tissue represents a valuable source of therapeutic material like mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) and their secretome. The disposal of this valuable therapeutic material imposes a significant burden on public health. In the United States alone, approximately 18,000 people per year are diagnosed with diseases that could be ameliorated with stem cell therapy. These individuals often remain untreated due to the lack of available stem cells, as current methods for MSC obtention, such as Bone Marrow-MSCs, require an invasive bone marrow aspirate procedure, which is painful and can pose risks to donors, including infection and prolonged recovery times. This paper advocates for policy reform to facilitate the collection, storage, and utilization of umbilical cords. By addressing regulatory barriers and implementing standardized protocols, hospitals in the UAE can not only contribute to advancements in regenerative medicine but also solidify the nation’s position as a leader in this emerging field, ultimately improving patient outcomes and reducing the disease burden both locally and regionally. This is particularly relevant given the significant burden of cardiovascular diseases and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) in the UAE, where 17.3% of the population aged 20 to 79 is affected with T2DM. Cardiovascular diseases and T2DM are few of the many disorders that can benefit from MSC therapy. Utilizing umbilical cord biowaste for such diseases can further build the UAE’s status as a hub for medical tourism and accentuate it’s growing prominence in the field of regenerative medicine.
Editorial - Navigating the Intersection of Sustainability, Localization, and Education Policy in the Gulf
Authors: Al’Abri Khalaf
Published: November 2024

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Student’s Regional Potential-based Project: TEFA for Schools in Low Industrial Areas
Authors: Syahril  , Wulansari Rizky Ema , Nabawi Rahmat Azis , Safitri Dian , Kassymova Gulzhaina Kuralbayevna , Abishev Assylkhan Rahimzhanovich , Kiong Tee Tze , Heong Yee Mei
Published: November 2024

One of the ways to get a link and match between Vocational High School graduates and the working world is by implementing a teaching factory (TEFA). Teaching Factory aims at aligning teaching and training in schools with the needs of modern industrial practices. However, not all schools can implement it optimally, especially those in low-industrial areas. This is one of the reasons why many Vocational High School graduates are not able to compete in the labor market. One of the solutions is to get students’ project assignments based on the potential of their region. Therefore, this study aims to develop a teaching factory model integrated with student’s regional potential-based project (SRPP). This research and development (R&D) employs the Borg and Gall model, which consists of four main stages: need analysis, model development, model validation by experts through a focus group discussion and a pilot study, and model evaluation. The results show that the teaching factory model for vocational schools in low-industrial areas is valid and can be widely tested.
Fine-tuning GAN Models with Unpaired Aerial Images for RGB to NDVI Translation in Vegetation Index Estimation
Authors: Darmawan Hendri , Yuliana Mike , Hadi Moch. Zen Samsono , Sudibyo Rahardhita Widyatra
Published: November 2024

Calculating the Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI) requires expensive multispectral cameras, posing challenges such as high costs and the need for technical expertise. This research aims to develop a method to transform RGB images obtained from Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) into NDVI images. Our proposed method leverages the CycleGAN model, an unsupervised image-to-image translation framework, to learn the intricate mapping between RGB values and NDVI. The model was trained on unpaired datasets of RGB and NDVI images, sourced from paddy fields located in Gresik and Yogyakarta, Indonesia. This process successfully encapsulated the complex correlation between these two modalities. Various training strategies were systematically investigated, including weight initialization schemes, fine-tuning procedures, and learning rate policies, to optimize the model's performance. The fine-tuned CycleGAN demonstrated superior performance in creating synthetic NDVI images from unpaired dataset, surpassing other methods in terms of fidelity, quality, and structural coherence. The results were impressive, with a Normalized Root Mean Square Error (NRMSE) of 0.327, a Peak Signal-to-Noise Ratio (PSNR) of 16.330, an Oriented FAST and Rotated BRIEF (ORB) score of 0.859, and a Structural Similarity Index (SSIM) of 0.757. The best performing CycleGAN model was then deployed on a low-spec microcomputer device, specifically the Raspberry Pi 4B with an average computation time of 21.0077 seconds. Raspberry Pi 4B was chosen for its lightweight, compact dimensions, and compatibility with efficient battery power connections, making it suitable for drone deployment.
Phytochemical Content towards Weak Antioxidants Activity of Traditional Fermented VCO as the Basic Ingredient for Ear Drops
Authors: Suryani Suryani , Arief Syukri , Suryati Suryati , Dafriani Putri , Agustin Diana , Putra Adewirli , Mardhatillah Mardhatillah , Ramadani Silmi Yusri , Sariani Sariani
Published: November 2024

Chronic Suppurative Media Otitis is caused by pathogenic bacteria, which, if the growth is not controlled, will cause meningitis and can lead to death. Virgin Coconut Oil is an oil made through the traditional fermentation process of coconut milk and can inhibit the growth of pathogenic bacteria that cause Chronic Suppurative Media Otitis. So far, pathogenic bacteria can be controlled using ear drops made from artificial chemicals, which can cause resistance. Only a few have studied the manufacture of natural-based ear drops from VCO. The purpose of this study is to study the potential of VCO as a natural essential ingredient for ear drops for patients with OMSK by analyzing its antioxidant content using the DPPH method and its phytochemical content using Ultraviolet-Visible Spectroscopy (UV-Vis) and Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS). Its antioxidants in the IC50 (ppm) region are 583.92mg/L.  The types of fatty acids contained in VCO consist of Medium-Chain Fatty Acid (MCFA), Long-Chain Fatty Acid (LCFA) and Very Long Chain Fatty Acid (VLCFA), the most of which is lauric acid (MCFA), as much as 49.28%. Conventional analysis of secondary metabolites showed the presence of Alkaloids, Terpenoids, Ascorbic Acid, and Saponins. It can be concluded that the chemical content of Virgin Coconut Oil made from fermentation can be used in the health field as a primary ingredient for making ear drops for CSOM patients.
Psychoemotional disorders and burnout in nurses working in rehabilitation departments for patients with impaired neuromuscular, skeletal or movement-related functions
Authors: Khokhlova O. I. , Vasilchenko E. M. , Versh V. A. , Zhestikova M. G.
Published: November 2024

Aim of the study was to assess the frequency of the symptoms of professional burnout, depression, anxiety and stress in nurses working in departments providing medical and rehabilitation services to patients with impaired functions of support and movement. Material and methods. We carried out an anonymous survey among the nurses working in two medical institutions in Novokuznetsk that provide medical rehabilitation services to patients with impaired neuromuscular, skeletal or movement-related functions. In order to detect the symptoms of burnout and to determine their severity we used the Maslach Burnout Inventory adapted by N.E. Vodopyanova. The extent of depression, anxiety and stress were assessed with the DASS-21. Results. The majority of the nurses showed symptoms of burnout varying from moderate to extremely high; psychoemotional exhaustion was present in 57.7 %, depersonalization in 76.9 % and reduced personal accomplishment in 57.7 %. The integral burnout index was moderate and high or extremely high in 69.3 % of the nurses. At the same time almost half (45.4 %) of the respondents had symptoms of depression and/or anxiety (stress) and their severity correlated with the extent of burnout. Conclusions. The nurses working in departments specializing in providing medical and rehabilitation services to patients with impaired neuromuscular, skeletal or movement-related functions belong to the groups of medical persons vulnerable to professional burnout, depression, anxiety and stress.
Como ensinar a História? As histórias didáticas de Liu Xiang na Dinastia Han
Authors: Bueno André
Published: November 2024

O período da Dinastia Han (206 AEC-221EC) foi marcante para a renovação da escrita historiográfica chinesa. O surgimento do Shiji de Sima Qian serviu de base para uma nova forma de produção histórica, dando origem às histórias dinásticas oficiais; mas com Liu Xiang, uma história didática, voltada para a educação, alcançou grande sucesso e colocou em questão as teorias e formas de redação desse gênero. Em nosso texto, iremos analisar como uma das produções literárias de Liu, o Zhanguoce, tornou-se um importante manual de ensino de valores morais e ideias, sendo até os dias de hoje uma referência em temas éticos e de estratégia.
Ensino de história, quadrinhos e a mobilização social – um estudo de caso da HQ Democracia
Authors: Bantim de Assumpção Luis Filipe
Published: November 2024

O presente artigo analisa as possibilidades de utilizarmos a HQ Democracia em sala de aula. Discutimos a importância de empregarmos linguagens alternativas junto aos estudantes, com o intuito de se fomentar o processo de ensino-aprendizagem. Nesse sentido, o conceito de lugar social se mostrou relevante, uma vez que exprime as variáveis inerentes ao contexto histórico dos autores desta HQ, chegando a explicitar as suas possíveis intencionalidades com essa obra.
O debate sobre o feminino por meio da personagem Helena de Troia: propostas para o espaço escolar
Authors: Schneider Ferreira Letícia
Published: November 2024

A abordagem dos conteúdos de História Antiga ainda geram diferentes posicionamentos por parte dos docentes: para alguns é uma temática tratada a título de curiosidade ou se erudição, enquanto para outros desnecessária e há os que pleiteiam sua remoção da grade curricular. O presente estudo tem por finalidade demonstrar que a História Antiga pode ser um veículo de promoção do debate sobre temas pertinentes na atualidade, como questões do feminino e a opressão de gênero. Assim, este artigo propõe a reflexão sobre o feminismo e a emancipação das mulheres por meio da reflexão de personagens como Helena de Troia, rainha espartana conhecida por sua beleza e que carregava uma série de estereótipos ainda hoje associado às mulheres. Assim, a análise desta personagem permite vislumbrar o caráter histórico dos discursos sobre o feminino e os tensionamentos e rupturas provocadas pelas mulheres que encontravam lacunas para atuarem em espaços que não lhes eram reservados. A abordagem da História Antiga pode, deste modo, possibilitar o exercício da crítica e o incentivo à autoestima, a partir da concepção de que elementos como a beleza, não passam de construções históricas e culturais.
A HISTÓRIA DAS MINHAS CALAMIDADES DE PEDRO ABELARDO E O UNIVERSO INTELECTUAL PARISIENSE DA PRIMEIRA METADE DO SÉCULO XII
Authors: Bosch Rafael
Published: November 2024

O presente artigo tem como objeto central de sua análise a História das minhas calamidades, texto escrito por Pedro Abelardo (1079 – 1142) em 1131. Trata-se de uma epístola em tom autobiográfico na qual o autor, perpassando suas origens, relatou uma parcela considerável de sua trajetória, do início de sua formação até o momento da escrita do texto. O presente artigo busca refletir, por meio de uma leitura que considere aspectos de seu gênero textual e elementos da obra teológica de seu autor, a respeito dos objetivos que o autor da História das minhas calamidades buscava com ela alcançar. Ao contrário do que foi defendido por alguns historiadores, argumenta-se, aqui, que a História das minhas calamidades não pode ser entendida como uma autobiografia, mas sim um tratado de teologia prática que, além de expor os seus posicionamentos, Abelardo buscou, também, construir uma memória de si próprio com o intuito de se restabelecer como um mestre de escola em Paris após um longo período de hiato.
LA POLIVALENTE RECEPCIÓN DE JUAN DE SALISBURY DEL CORPUS ARISTOTÉLICO. UNA INTRODUCCIÓN
Authors: Jakubecki Natalia
Published: November 2024

Juan de Salisbury estudió a lo largo de más de una década con los más eminentes maestros parisinos de la primera mitad del siglo XII. Con toda justicia, pues, se lo puede considerar como el prototipo del alumno de este peculiar periodo. Sin embargo, una vez dejados atrás sus años de formación escolástica, inició su propia producción, en la cual se amalgaman lo aprendido, sus memorias más personales de su época de estudiante, y las inquietudes filosóficas y políticas propias del momento en el que escribe. Momento en el que, por otra parte, se estaba comenzando a recuperar para el mundo latinófono el resto del corpus aristotélico que el Occidente cristiano había perdido.
En este trabajo, entonces, se hará una revisión de carácter introductorio de la reacción de Juan de Salisbury a la llegada de ese maestro de maestros que fue –y sigue siendo– Aristóteles en sus tres escritos de carácter filosófico: el Entheticus, el Metalogicon y el Policraticus.
SOBRE A ESCOLHA DAS NUTRIZES: MEDICINA, DIETÉTICA E MORALIDADE NOS CUIDADOS DOS INFANTES ARAGONESES (1306-1318)
Authors: Toledo Silva Amatuzzi Renato
Published: November 2024

Garantir condições materiais e salutares para sobreviver à primeira infância era um tema de primeira ordem entre as monarquias do Ocidente medieval. Os primeiros anos de vida eram uma etapa crucial, pois os índices de mortalidade infantil atingiam patamares elevados. Na corte do rei Jaime II de Aragão foram imprescindíveis os cuidados e pessoas para zelarem, nutrirem e garantirem um desenvolvimento pleno para os dez filhos do monarca. Uma figura essencial nesse processo era a nutriz, incumbida de amamentar os recém-nascidos até os sete ou oito anos de idade. O presente artigo busca analisar o papel desenvolvido pelas nutrizes dentro da corte real aragonesa e as interferências dietéticas e médicas, assim como as pressões morais existentes sobre elas. Como objetos de análise serão utilizados um conjunto de cartas trocadas entre o rei Jaime II e as nutrizes dos seus filhos, dois tratados médicos, Sobre a doença das mulheres, de Trotula di Ruggiero e o Tratado das Crianças, de Bernardo de Gordon e as Partidas afonsinas. Essas fontes nos proporcionarão uma visão ampla acerca desse cargo essencial na criação dos futuros herdeiros da coroa.
MEMORIES FROM THE FRONTLINE: MEMORY AND JUSTIFICATION OF VIOLENCE IN JEAN DE WAURIN’S ACCOUNT OF THE BATTLE OF VERNEUIL (1424)
Authors: Barnett Jeffrey Ryan
Published: November 2024

This article uses an in-depth analysis of Jean de Waurin’s eyewitness account of the battle of Verneuil (1424) to argue that memory was used to defend violent conduct within warfare. Using the historical and literary context of the fifteenth-century Burgundian court and the medieval just war tradition the article discusses justice and chivalry within the retelling of a personal memory. Ultimately Waurin’s narrative demonstrated a belief that violence in pursuit of justice was not incompatible with Christian virtue. Waurin used his memory to defend his own personal conduct as well as the conduct of his comrades. The author demonstrated this argument through various “emplotting” techniques, placing various detailed vignettes within the overall narrative of the battle. The author then wrote the “ideal” memory of the English army and attempted to form the memory of the event in the minds of his audience.
“PERFORMANCES EMOCIONAIS” NA GRÉCIA: O LUTO ATRAVÉS DO CORPO (SÉCULOS VIII-V A.C.)
Authors: Alves Jourdan Camila
Published: November 2024

A dor e o processo de enlutar-se para homens e mulheres demanda uma transformação do corpo: choro, entoação da lamentação fúnebre, sujar-se e cortar os cabelos compõem parte de uma apresentação social do luto pelo/a falecido/a. Considerando tais questões, ao partirmos de uma História das Emoções, propomos refletir sobre uma “performance emocional” nos contextos funerários, com ênfase nos discursos e práticas de imputação do luto em esfera visual, isto é, a transformação de seus corpos diante da sociedade. Neste artigo analisamos os épicos homéricos e elencamos algumas tragédias a fim de compreendermos os comportamentos de luto de homens e mulheres na Hélade e suas relações com o corpo como vetor de uma “performance emocional”.
Comparative Analysis of Machine Learning Algorithms on Family Wellness Classification
Authors: Budiarti Retno , Hemarani Febri , Reza Mohammad , Mulyasari Rindi Melati
Published: November 2024

Family welfare is a state in which a family can experience happiness, have a decent quality of life, and be sufficient in meeting primary and secondary needs in family life. One factor that influences family welfare is the amount of per capita expenditure. This study aims to compare the performance of three machine learning algorithms, namely KNN (K-Nearest Neighbors), random forest, and naive Bayes, in classifying the status of families per province in Indonesia as prosperous or not prosperous. The data used in this study is demographic and social statistics data from the years 2017-2021, obtained from the bps.go.id website. The first statistical analysis conducted is principal component analysis (PCA) with 9 predictor variables. PCA produces four principal components which are then used in the KNN, random forest, and naive Bayes methods. The analysis results from the KNN, random forest, and naive Bayes methods each yield an F1-score of 65.46%, 68%, and 69.44%, respectively.
A Reconnection Protocol for Grief: When the Love Lives On
Authors: Sellick Danielle , Holt Christopher James
Published: November 2024

Drawing on the adaptive information processing model, symptoms of prolonged grief can be seen as the result of dysfunctionally held information. A griever can become consumed by the pain and unable to access existing positive memory networks of the loved one. This article details the first known scripted eye movement desensitization and reprocessing resource development installation (RDI) protocol for reconnecting to a lost loved one. This RDI protocol aims to help the griever proactively access positive memories of their loved one, which can facilitate an ongoing healthy emotional connection, providing attachment, security, and safety. Case examples are described.
Percepciones Sobre la Evaluación en Línea del Aprendizaje Universitario
Authors: Araneda Daniel Serey , Fiallos Peña Blanca Inés , González Consuelo Arce , Burgos Jorge Balladares
Published: November 2024

En el ámbito universitario la pandemia instalo como parte de la oferta académica el formato de clases online, como una manera de mejorar la cobertura en el posgrado. El objetivo de este estudio es examinar las percepciones de los docentes de posgrado en educación sobre los procesos de evaluación del aprendizaje universitario de programas en línea. El presente estudio adopta un enfoque cuantitativo, no experimental y de corte transversal, utilizando estadísticas y cuantificando aspectos observables. La muestra consistió en 125 docentes de posgrado en educación, a quienes se les administró un cuestionario diseñado ad hoc, que contó con índices adecuados de validez y confiabilidad. Los resultados indican que evaluar en formato online es particularmente desafiante. Al indagar sobre el impacto emocional en la evaluación, se percibe una variación de los niveles de ansiedad de los docentes de una universidad a otra. La evaluación en línea presenta desafíos según los docentes encuestados, quienes informan que tienen dificultades para evaluar la parte práctica, controlar las actividades de los estudiantes y atender consultas durante la prueba de evaluación. Además, los docentes experimentan más ansiedad al aumentar las horas en línea para atender a los alumnos.
 
At the university level, the pandemic installed the online class format as part of the academic offer, as a way to improve postgraduate coverage.The objective of this study is to examine the perceptions of graduate educators in the field of education regarding the assessment processes of online university learning programs. Method. The present study adopts a quantitative, non-experimental, cross-sectional approach, using statistics and quantifying observable aspects. The sample consisted of 125 graduate educators in education, who were administered a specifically designed questionnaire with appropriate indices of validity and reliability. The results indicate that evaluating in an online format is particularly challenging. When investigating the emotional impact on assessment, variations in anxiety levels among educators from one university to another are perceived. Conclusions. Online assessment poses challenges according to the surveyed educators, who report difficulties in evaluating the practical component, controlling student activities, and addressing inquiries during the assessment test. Additionally, educators experience increased anxiety as online hours for student support increase.
The Role of Individual Performance in the Effect of ICT Appropriation on Educational Performance of Students in Public Universities in the Casablanca-Settat Region, Morocco
Authors: Mdarbi Said , Simour Lhoussain , Boufarouj Chaimae , Belkebir Zineb , Stili Khadija , Ennadi Mouad
Published: November 2024

Over the past two decades, Moroccan higher education institutions have significantly invested in information and communication technologies (ICT). The integration of ICT in education (ICTE) and learning has led to major changes, including the implementation of digital strategies and programs that have enriched the educational system. Notable progress has been made, such as providing most institutions with computer equipment and expanded internet access, especially in universities. Despite these advancements, questions remain about the true impact of these technologies on student performance and the overall effectiveness of the educational system. While researchers have explored this issue both theoretically and empirically, they face challenges, including the complex observation of students' individual performance and the rapid evolution of ICT, which makes isolating their effects difficult. This study aims to examine the impact of students' appropriation of ICT on educational performance in public universities in the Casablanca-Settat region and to explore the role of individual performance in this relationship. Using structural equation modeling (SEM) with SMART PLS 4.0 software, data from 185 students revealed a significant positive relationship between ICT appropriation and educational performance, with individual performance serving as a mediator. By employing mediation analysis, as outlined by Baron and Kenny (1986) and MacKinnon et al. (2007, 2012), the study investigated how individual performance mediates the relationship between ICT appropriation and educational performance. This method enabled the identification of both direct and indirect effects, providing a more nuanced understanding of the mechanisms through which ICT impacts educational outcomes via individual performance. The findings suggest that ICT is a crucial factor in improving higher education performance and highlight the importance of platform quality and students' sense of self-determination in the effective integration of ICT in the educational process. Future research should continue to explore individual performance among Moroccan university students and its impact on educational outcomes.
Class, Power, and Social Change: A New Historicist Approach to August Strindberg’s Miss Julie and Anton Chekhov’s The Cherry Orchard
Authors: El Baba Salam , Hamadi Lutfi
Published: November 2024

This paper conducts a new historicist analysis of Strindberg’s Miss Julie (2008) and Chekhov’s The Cherry Orchard (1951), exploring how these plays reflect and respond to the social, political, and cultural dynamics of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. By examining the interaction between literature and history, this study reveals how these works depict the tensions between old and new social orders, the shift of power dynamics, and the struggles of individuals caught in the midst of profound societal changes. Although both classic works have been the subject of a lot of critical studies, neither has been studied from a new historicist perspective. The shift in power dynamics at the very beginning of the twentieth century with the deterioration of the aristocratic sovereignty and the rise of the middle class is a prominent theme in both plays. This shift conveys the inevitability of change that disrupts routines, norms, and tradition. From a new historicist perspective, those who are marginalized do not necessarily match readers’ initial assumptions, as the measures used to exhume the stigmatized characters are never the same as those utilized in other theoretical frameworks. It is not a battle between two antagonistic groups; nor is it a Greek tragedy that instigates catharsis upon the heroes’ tragic falls, simply because there is no hero, only an antihero. While Strindberg focuses on the changing role of women and the emergence of feminism in addition to class struggle, a new historicist approach reads these radical social, political, and economic changes as a result of historical changes taking place in Europe during that era. Chekhov, in turn, depicts the historical fall of aristocrats who had started to lose power on behalf of wild capitalism during the same era.
Les concessions minières des compagnies industrielles à l’épreuve de l’exploitation artisanale clandestine: le cas de la mine d’or de Hiré, Côte d’Ivoire
Authors: Diakite Mory
Published: November 2024

L’économie ivoirienne régulièrement basée sur l’agriculture depuis son indépendance politique dans les années 1960 connait désormais une diversification grâce, entre autres, à l’exploitation minière. Cependant, dans certaines zones minières, les orpailleurs opèrent clandestinement sur les sites miniers industriels, ce qui entraîne le plus souvent des conflits d’intérêts entre les grandes industries et les artisans miniers. En nous appuyant sur le cas de la mine d’or de Hiré, cet article vise à comprendre les rapports conflictuels qu’entretiennent cette entreprise minière et les orpailleurs clandestins opérant sur ses permis miniers. Pour la collecte de données, ce travail a nécessité une recherche documentaire et une enquête de terrain guidée par des questionnaires auprès de 932 participants. Le traitement des données collectées a consisté en une description statistique des variables à l’aide du tableur Excel. Aussi, la théorie de Thomas-Kilmann sur la gestion des conflits a été utilisé pour analyser le type de rapport qu’entretiennent les acteurs miniers. Les résultats de cet article indiquent que l’exploitation minière industrielle et l’orpaillage constituent aujourd’hui une activité économique importante dans la sous-préfecture de Hiré. Ainsi, une rationalisation effective de l’orpaillage illégal pourrait permettre une coexistence et/ou une cohabitation durable entre mines industrielles et orpailleurs.
Côte d'Ivoire was predominantly reliant on an agricultural-based economy in the aftermath of its political independence in the 1960s which is now known as diversification thanks to mining, among others. However, in some mining settings, artisanal small-scale miners operate illegally on industrial mining sites, which often leads to conflicts of interest between large and small-scale miners. Based on a case study of the Hiré gold mine, this article aims to understand the conflictual relationship between this mining company and illegal artisanal operators at that licensed company concessions. To collect data, this research adopted desk review and field survey questionnaires involving a total of 932 participants. Dataset processing consisted of a statistical description of the variables using an Excel spreadsheet. Also, the Thomas-Kilmann conflict management theory was used to analyze the type of relationship between mining stakeholders. The study results indicate that large and artisanal-scale mining is an important economic activity in the sub-prefecture of Hiré today. Therefore, an effective formalization of illegal artisanal operations can enable a sustainable coexistence and/or cohabitation between large- and small-scale miners.
Bias correction of CORDEX-Africa regional climate model simulations for climate change projections in northeastern Lake Chad: Comparative analysis of three bias correction methods
Authors: Dingamadji Mardochee , Adounkpe Julien , Abderamane Hamit , Abdallah Mahamat Nour
Published: November 2024

Climate model simulations are frequently affected by biases, which makes it difficult to incorporate them directly into analyses of the impact of climate change. It is therefore essential to use bias correction methods to minimize discrepancies between real data and that generated by Regional Climate Models (RCMs). This study aims to analyze the results of three bias correction methods (LS, MQE, and MQG) applied to the processing of mean rainfall and temperature data from CORDEX-Africa's Regional Climate Models (RCMs), specifically in the north-eastern region of Lake Chad. Four statistical measures (bias, RMSE, r2, and MEA) were used to assess the effectiveness of each bias correction method. In addition, adjusted Mann-Kendall analysis and the Sen slope estimation method were applied to study trends and their magnitude over the recent (1975-2020) and future (2021-2050) periods, using a 5% significance level. The results highlight the existence of significant biases between the uncorrected RCM outputs and the observed data. After applying the bias correction, significant reductions in bias and comparable performance between the different bias correction methods were observed, with the LS method performing slightly better in correcting biases in monthly mean precipitation and temperature. Consequently, the LS method was selectively applied to correct the biases in the RCM monthly mean precipitation and temperature projections for the 2021-2050 period under the RCP4.5 and RCP8.5 scenarios using the 1975-2004 reference period. The results of multi-model averaging of RCMs under the RCP4.5 and RCP8.5 scenarios indicate a significant increase in mean annual temperatures over the period 2021-2050. As far as annual precipitation is concerned, only an increase is forecast under the RCP4.5 scenario. Under the RCP8.5 scenario, the absence of a precipitation trend is predominant, with the exception of the south of the zone, where an increasing trend has been observed. In light of these results, it is clear that the impact of climate change will intensify in the study area in the future. It is imperative to develop strategies to adapt and reduce the impacts in order to manage the availability of water resources efficiently.
Lamiaceae Family Plants as Natural Solutions for Inflammation and Blood Sugar Management
Authors: Lagouri Vasiliki , Tebbi Sara Oumenoune , Caseiro Armando , Trapali Maria
Published: November 2024

The Lamiaceae family, including common herbs like rosemary and mint, is being investigated for its potential health benefits. In addition to numerous health benefits, research is looking into these plants' anti-inflammatory qualities and potential impacts on blood sugar regulation. More specifically, the Greek endemic Lamiaceae plants are proven to be of great importance, regarding their bioactive compounds and the antioxidant, antidiabetic and anti-inflammatory properties they have. The study's objective was to compile information from the literature regarding the anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, and antioxidant properties of Origanum rotundifolium, Rosmarinus officinalis, Lavendula angustifolia, and Thymus serpyllum. Lavender angustifolia is used for many traditional medical and cosmetic products. Several studies demonstrated strong anti-inflammatory mechanisms exhibited by Rosmarinus officinalis. Leukocyte migration was found to be significantly inhibited in vivo by rosemary essential oil and extract. Changes in the gut microbiota induced by essential oils rosemary as prebiotics in mice regulated cardiovascular and metabolic factors, which focus on the potential of these nutraceuticals for reducing Ischemic heart disease risk in patients affected by type-2 diabetes mellitus. A mixture of Origanum majorana and Origanum vulgare plants investigated antidiabetic activities in zebrafish. The Lamiaceae family provides a natural source of substances that may be used in functional foods. These functional meals have the potential to improve general health and help manage chronic illnesses. The precise mechanisms of action of these plants and the best doses for use in functional food applications require more investigation.
Évaluation du niveau de consommation des fruits et légumes chez les étudiants de l’Université Felix Houphouët-Boigny de Côte d’Ivoire en 2018
Authors: N’guessan Anon Franck-Donald , Yoboué N’da Mireille-Vanessa , Blé Digbé Matogoma Epse , Kamara Siaky Motihé , Kouakou Egnon Vivien , Ahoua Yapi , Ake-Tano Sassor Odile Purifine
Published: November 2024

Il s’agit d’une étude transversale à visée descriptive ayant pour objectif principal d’évaluer le niveau de la consommation des fruits et légumes dans l’alimentation des étudiants de l’Université Félix Houphouët-Boigny de Côte d’Ivoire. En effet, une enquête de consommation alimentaire a été réalisée du 06 Août au 06 Novembre 2018 dans une population de 992 étudiants volontaires, d’âge moyen de 22,1 ans, dominée par le sexe masculin. Elle a révélé une très faible consommation des fruits et des légumes dans la population. Les facteurs liés à ce faible niveau de consommation ont été identifiés. Il s’agit de l’inhabitude à la consommation, du coût élevé, de la mauvaise qualité des fruits et légumes vendus sur les marchés, des allergies alimentaires et des interdits culturels. Cette situation pourrait avoir de graves répercussions sur l’état de santé des apprenants à savoir, les carences en micronutriments et l’exposition aux maladies chroniques telles que le cancer, le diabète, l’hypertension artérielle, l’accident vasculaire cérébral, etc. Elle se présente comme un problème nutritionnel sérieux qui nécessite la mise en place de stratégies basées sur l’évidence en vue de trouver des solutions durables.
This is a cross-sectional study with a descriptive aim whose main objective is to evaluate the level of consumption of fruits and vegetables in the diet of students at the Felix Houphouët-Boigny University of Ivory Coast. Indeed, a food consumption survey was carried out from August 6 to November 6, 2018, in a population of 992 student volunteers, with an average age of 22.1 years, dominated by males. It revealed a very low consumption of fruits and vegetables in the population. The factors linked to this low level of consumption have been identified. These include unfamiliarity with consumption, high cost, poor quality of fruits and vegetables sold in markets, food allergies, and cultural prohibitions. This situation could have serious repercussions on the health status of learners, namely micronutrient deficiencies and exposure to chronic diseases such as cancer, diabetes, high blood pressure, stroke, etc. It presents a serious nutritional problem that requires the implementation of strategies based on evidence to find sustainable solutions.