bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Fixity and Fluidity: Embodiment of Multicultural Ethos in Damien O’Donnell’s Movie East is East (1999)
Authors: Panta Shiva Raj , Regmi Laxmi
Published: January 2025

This article is an examination of multicultural ethos in the movie East is East. Multiculturalism, in this, article stands for the policy of embracing of differing viewpoints and perspectives when two or more cultures come into contact. Through qualitative methodological mode and multiculturalism as a theoretical framework, this study utilizes the research methods such as within case analysis, comparative analysis and archival studies Within case analysis lends the ground for the intense consideration of the instances selected; comparative analysis is a mode of reasoning to segregate the attributes; archival studies offer a situation in which earlier critiques and judgments are considered for an intended conclusion. The analytical framework constitutes twofold conceptual strings: familial lynchpin’s fluidity and against bigotry. These two strings yield the analytical advancement as they contain the dialogues of the characters. Such advancement substantiates the usefulness of the multicultural attitude: the respect for all cultures, if not in the absolute sense. The implications and significance of this study can be summed up as the addition of a perspective, through the artistic means such as cinematographic representation. The added perspective in the domain of cultural studies is that multiculturalism can neither be taken to its celebratory mode nor the denigrating mode. Striking the middle math, multiculturalism is a useful notion that can help embrace the panoply of customs, values and norms. East is East, the movie as the corpus of the study renders the evidences to prove that fluidity, not fixity, in the border situations is a better option.
Effect of Social Media on Academic Performance of University Students in Nepal
Authors: Adhikari Shreedhar
Published: January 2025

This study aims to explore the impact of social media on the academic performance of University students in Nepal. Through a comprehensive analysis of survey data and academic records, the research investigates the correlation between social media usage patterns and students' grades. Factors such as frequency of social media engagement, types of platforms utilized, and time allocation for academic tasks are examined. The findings shed light on the nuanced relationship between social media activity and academic achievement, providing insights for educators, policy makers, and students in navigating the challenges posed by digital distractions in the academic setting.
Unraveling The Barriers to Effective Waste Management in The Ethiopian Construction Industry: A Multi-Method Qualitative Approach
Authors: Hailu Henok
Published: January 2025

There are various obstacles in Ethiopia's construction industry when managing construction and demolition waste. This paper aims to investigate the main barriers to managing construction and demolition waste in Ethiopia's construction industry. The diffusion of innovations theory and institutional theory served as the paper's theoretical foundations. A Delphi procedure was used after a systematic literature review as part of a multi-method qualitative strategy. Twenty-three documents were selected for additional review through a systematic literature review. A thematic analysis of the various barriers in the screened publications was conducted using ATLASti23. After that, a Delphi was held with 15 panelists with sufficient construction industry experience and knowledge. After every three rounds, Kendall's coefficient of concordance was calculated to assess the experts' agreement on the barriers. The absence of commitment and interest by project stakeholders, lack of integration among stakeholders, Inadequate waste disposal procedures, lack of government support and incentives, and insufficient planning on waste management were among the top ten major barriers explored. Addressing the highlighted barriers is vital to moving closer to a future with a more environmentally conscious construction industry.
Software Skills Identification: A Multi-Class Classification on Source Code Using Machine Learning
Authors: Bamidis Dimitris , Kalouptsoglou Ilias , Ampatzoglou Apostolos , Chatzigeorgiou Alexandros
Published: January 2025

In the ever-evolving tech industry, accurately assessing the software skills of developers is critical for effective workforce management. This study presents a machine learning approach to classify software development knowledge through source code analysis, focusing on Java-based technologies. A dataset of several source code files from multiple domains of software development was compiled from public repositories and labeled for classification. The high performance achieved in this study, by applying transfer learning, underlines the suitability of pre-trained CodeBERT models for the classification of software skills.
The methodology combined both non-pretrained neural networks and pretrained models to enhance classification accuracy. Results validate the feasibility of using machine learning to identify developers' programming proficiencies, providing a foundation for sophisticated assessment tools. Future work aims to refine classification by incorporating functional task identification and commit-based analysis for a more comprehensive evaluation of coding skills. This study showcases the transformative potential of machine learning in streamlining developer assessments and advancing software engineering methodologies.
The CAPE will Influence the Angiogenesis in Traumatic Brain Injury
Authors: Nasution Rizha Anshori , Wangi Harakati , Islam Andi Asadul , Hatta Mochammad , Turchan Agus , Nasution Khairul Ihsan , Faruk Muhammad
Published: January 2025

INTRODUCTION: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a frequent and highly heterogeneous neurological disorder which has the potential to cause major social and economic consequences. However, Caffeic Acid Phenethyl Ester (CAPE), obtained from propolis through extraction from honey bees, has long been known as a folk medicine. This study identifies the predictor factors for angiogenesis in a TBI rat model following the provision of CAPE. MATERIALS AND METHODS: This experimental control treatment and randomization study used fifteen male Sprague-Dawley rats with surgically induced brain injury. The rats were treated with CAPE. We measured vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) levels as an indicator and Myeloperoxidase (MPO) as a polymorphonuclear activity marker. The gauges for brain edema and oxidative stress were mRNA, AQP4, and F2 Isoprostane, respectively. The correlation test of TBI parameters in the form of MPO, mRNA AQP4, and F2 isoprostane against VEGF as an angiogenesis process indicator was performed to identify the factors associated with post-TBI angiogenesis. RESULTS: Mean values were obtained using a descriptive tests, while the correlation test results were VEGF (938274.352), AQP4 mRNA (10099.00), MPO (9284222.028), and F2-Isoprostane (307346.562). The findings suggested a strong correlation between all TBI parameters and VEGF as an angiogenesis indicator (p<0.001). In addition, polymorphonuclear activity (MPO) and the presence of brain edema, as indicated by mRNA AQP4 expression, were identified as the most significant influences. CONCLUSION: The post-TBI angiogenesis (VEGF) process, conducted by administering CAPE, was influenced by polymorphonuclear activity (MPO) and increased water content in the brain (mRNA AQP4).
The Clinical Characteristics and Outcomes of JAK2/ CALR/MPL Mutation Related Myeloproliferative Neoplasms - A Single Centre Study from Malaysia
Authors: Zolkafli Nur Baizura , Cheong Chin Sum , Anuar Nur Adila , Nadarajan Veera Sekaran , Bee Ping Chong , Chin Edmund Fui Min , Khairullah Shasha , Liong Chee Chiat , Zamri Mohd Yazid , Gan Gin Gin
Published: January 2025

INTRODUCTION: The pathogenesis of classical myeloproliferative neoplasm (MPN) driven by JAK2, CALR and MPL gene mutations affects the clinical course and survival. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of driver mutations in MPN patients and their association with clinical presentations and outcomes. MATERIALS AND METHODS: We conducted a retrospective study involving patients with classical MPN diagnosed from 2002 to 2019. The patient's clinical and laboratory information, as well as outcomes, were collected and reviewed. RESULTS: 267 patients with classical MPN were recruited into the study. Majority of these patients were Chinese (46.5%), followed by Malay (40.1%) and Indian (12.7%). Most of the patients had essential lthrombocythaemia (ET) (57.3%), followed by polycythaemia vera (PV) (30.0%) and primary myelofibrosis (PMF) (12.7%). JAK2V617F mutation was detected in PV (87.5%), ET (68.0%), and PMF (67.6%) patients whereas CALR mutation was present in 15.0% of ET and 8.8% of PMF patients and MPL mutation was present in 0.7% and 5.9% of ET and PMF patients respectively. CALR-mutated ET patients were less likely to develop vascular events compared to JAK2V617F mutated patients (Odds ratio 0.301, 95% confidence interval 0.097–0.939, p=0.039). As for clinical outcomes, triple negative PMF patients had shorter median overall survival than those with JAK2V617F mutation (24.0 months vs. 161.0 months, p=0.017). CONCLUSION: Majority of classical MPN patients were Chinese with ET being the most common MPN subtype. The mutation profiles, clinical features, and survival outcomes were comparable to previous reports. Mutation studies are therefore important for prognostication and should be performed routinely.
Evaluating the Resilience Level among Medical and Health Science Lecturers in Higher Education
Authors: Archie Reiniatie  , Ahmad Rahman Nurul Husna , Ab Rahman Mardhati , Yaman Mohamad Nurman
Published: January 2025

INTRODUCTION: The use of resilience in higher education involves recognizing and implementing adaptive mechanisms during periods of adversity or transition. The present study aims to conduct an evaluation of the resilience levels of lecturers and investigate the association between socio-demographic factors that are linked to resilience among medical and health science lecturers in Malaysia. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A cross-sectional online questionnaire was conducted between October and November 2023. This study employed the validated Medical Professionals Resilience Scale (MeRS) for all lecturers in medical and health science fields at Malaysian institutions, which consists of 37 items designed to assess the resilience level of the lecturers. Socio-demographic data were also collected to identify resilience characteristics. The independent sample T-test, Pearson correlation, and one-way ANOVA were used to analyze the data. RESULTS: The study encompassed a collective of 127 lecturers. A mean score of 123.66 and a standard deviation of 16.7 show that the lecturers have a high level of resilience. Resilience was observed more in lecturers with a non-clinical background compared to fellow clinical background (p=0.018). The other socio-demographic factors, including gender, age, marital status, years of experience as an educator, and designation of administration role, were not shown to have a significant impact. CONCLUSION: This study has the potential to yield valuable insights and may improve the effectiveness of university management frameworks in supporting lecturers during difficult times; this could be accomplished by advocating for leisure and sports activities and instituting healthy habits.
Prevalence of Chronic Kidney Disease and Its Associated Factors among Type-2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients at Kuantan Primary Health Clinics
Authors: Abdulllah Fa'iza , A. Rahman Nor Azlina , Kamaluzaman Qamarul Azwan , Md. Aris Mohd Aznan , Mohd Basri Muhammad Arif Mustaqim
Published: January 2025

INTRODUCTION: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) in type-2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) patients leads to end-stage renal failure and cardiovascular complications. This study aims to determine the prevalence of CKD and its associated factors at primary health clinics in Kuantan. MATERIALS AND METHODS: 304 T2DM patients’ records aged 18 years and above were retrospectively selected by systematic random sampling in four health clinics, analyzed using descriptive statistics and multiple logistic regression. CKD is defined as positive proteinuria, or microalbuminuria in at least two of three consecutive urine specimens or calculated eGFR <60ml/min/1.73 m2 for more than three months. RESULTS: The mean age was 59.1 +8.89 years, 69.1% (n=210) Malay and 57.6% (n=175) females. The prevalence of CKD among T2DM was 55.3% (n=168) (95% CI=54.8 to 55.9%). Out of 168 T2DM with CKD, 87.5% (n=147) had diabetes for ≥ five years, 90.5% (n=152) had at least two comorbidities, and 54.2% (n=91) were on insulin. Glycaemic(HbA1c<7%) and blood pressure(<130/80) among T2DM with CKD achieved targets were 28% (n=64) and 38.1% (n=47) respectively. Multivariable analysis showed higher odds of having CKD among T2DM with poor blood pressure (AOR=2.634, p-value=0.001) and glycaemic control (AOR=4.178, pvalue=<0.001) compared to those with good control and among those with retinopathy (mild NPDR AOR=7.472, p-value=<0.001; moderate NPDR AOR=13.594, p-value=<0.001) compared to no retinopathy. CONCLUSION: CKD present in half of T2DM. It's associated with poor blood pressure, glycaemic control and retinopathy. Early detection of retinopathy and CKD, and aggressive diabetic intervention are vital to curbing CKD progression.
Silent Storm: Ventricular Standstill Masquerading as Seizure in Adams-Stokes Syndrome
Authors: Mogan Keethan , Wai Lynn Chan , Shomesh Raj Selva Raj , Girishraj Rajandran
Published: January 2025

Paroxysmal ventricular standstill is one of the rarest but life-threatening cause of Adams-Stokes (A-S) syndrome. We present the case of an elderly female who experienced recurrent episodes of convulsions, described as tonic movements of all limbs followed by brief loss of consciousness, due to paroxysmal ventricular standstill. The diagnosis was confirmed when an episode of convulsions coincided with an ECG strip showing ventricular standstill, and the convulsions stopped once the arrhythmia resolved, as observed on the cardiac monitor. The diagnosis was further supported by the absence of additional convulsive episodes after the insertion of a temporary transvenous pacemaker, which corrected the arrhythmia. Adams-Stokes syndrome refers to a lack of brain perfusion caused by inadequate or inefficient cardiac contractility due to a cardiac arrhythmia. This can result in abnormal brain activity, leading to convulsions or syncope.
“Glossofibrolipoma” : An Unusual Presentation of Multiple Fibrolipomas on the Tongue
Authors: Subramanian Shalini , Subramaniam Pram Kumar
Published: January 2025

Lipomas are slow-developing benign tumours composed of adipose cells depicted as “yellow epulis” by Roux in 1848. Lipoma occurrence is uncommon in oral cavity but even more rare in the tongue region. They present as yellowish, painless mass that may occasionally lead to functional and aesthetic complications. This paper describes a 55-year-old female having multiple tongue lumps that causes mastication difficulties. The lumps were excised in total from its base. The postoperative recovery was uneventful, and no complications were noted. The lumps were histopathologically identified as fibrolipoma which is a variant of lipoma. Histologically fibrolipoma shows infiltrative feature onto adjacent tissue, creating confusion in differential diagnosis. Thus, it is imperative that a careful histological assessment coupled with regular follow-ups are done especially considering the unusual development of fibrolipoma on the tongue.
Lessons from Live Project: A Case Study on a Landscape Project of An Institution
Authors: Othman Jamilah
Published: January 2025

This paper evaluates the authorsâ€™ experiences in supervising a construction of a landscape project of an institution. The works involved an upgrading of the landscape and hardscape of the main entrance, while the supervision was originally devised by several lecturers. The live project provided good impacts to both students and lecturers. For instance, live project with real problems and client has strengthened studentsâ€™ practical knowledge. Secondly, live project has provided experience and knowledge for better teaching/learning of built environment subjects. It was an urgent project and thus, dateline was highly important. Though the construction had completed on time, there were complaints received; e.g. issues on the quality and project cost. These unsuccessful parts of the construction were perhaps related to several reasons such as Coordination Meetings (CMs), professionalism and ethics, and Statement Needs (SNs). This paper uses evidences drawn from site supervisions and discussion with expert/colleagues in reviewing the factors that would link to the issues. Review presents several findings, which are leading towards that; lack of skilled workers, ineffective coordination and lack of responsibility and commitment and etc. The paper suggests that good Construction Practices (CPs) can be achieved through good coordination among construction teams, organised CMs, and definite SNs. The ideas can perhaps be considered for future construction with similar nature of work. Further, the insights may also contribute significant implications to several individuals and organisations, namely stakeholder, Superintendent Officer (SO), academicians, students, contract workers, project cost, quality of works, project dateline and many more.
Optimization of Cleaning Condition of Historic Textiles Based on Iranian Ancient Texts
Authors: Mehrnaz Azadi Boyaghchi
Published: January 2025

This paper studies the fourth principle of Allama Shirazi Kendi treatise related to the Hegira 11th century about use of two materials of Arabic gum and plant Seidlitziarosmarinus in order to remove pomegranate juice stains from textiles. The investigation with the aim of reviving the traditions is focused on realizing how and why the use of the mentioned materials in removing juice stains from cotton textiles is discussed. Since removing the pomegranate juice on cellulosic fibers because of chemical bond establishing with the fiber is difficult, materials used such as Arabic gum (Acacia Senegal) and Seidlitziarosmarinus (Chenopodiaceae) in terms of composition and effectiveness of the method has been studied experimentally. To simulate the experimental sample, parts of cellulosic fabrics was used and impregnated and stained with pomegranate juice. Highlights of this recipe are conditions and the execution of the mentioned process which by the CCD (Central Composite Design) is capable simultaneously design and optimize the independent variables such as temperature, time and other interfering factors in the cleaning operation. Evaluation of performance of materials used was done by a Reflection Spectrophotometer that while confirming the effectiveness of the material being presented, results in achieving optimal conditions on using materials with a high degree of desirability.
The civic education of young people in the education system: a review of the normative and legal acts of the Republic of Kazakhstan
Authors:   Karagandy University of the name of academician E.A. Buketov, Myrzakhmetova A.Zh. , Khlebnikov I.D. , Momosheva N.K. ,   Kyrgyz National University named after Zh. J. Balasagyn
Published: January 2025

The article gives an overview of the state policy in the sphere of civic education and education of the Repub-lic of Kazakhstan. The normative-legal basis in the sphere of civic education of youth is analyzed, the main directions, forms and projects are defined. Civic education of youth plays a key role in the formation of active and responsible citizens capable of participating in the public and political life of the country. In the Republic of Kazakhstan, the issues of civic education occupy an important place in the educational system, which is re-flected in several normative and legal acts aimed at the development and implementation of relevant pro-grammes and activities. The article is devoted to a review of normative-legal acts of the Republic of Kazakh-stan regulating the issues of civic education of young people. It analyses the main laws and regulations that define the goals, objectives and methods of civic education, as well as the mechanisms of their implementa-tion in educational institutions. Special attention is paid to programmes and initiatives aimed at the formation of civic responsibility and legal culture of Kazakh youth. The purpose of the article is to identify the main di-rections and approaches to civic education in the educational system of the Republic of Kazakhstan, as well as to assess the effectiveness of existing normative and legal acts in this area.
On the origin of the animal style in the Kazakh steppe
Authors:   UNESCO 2nd category Centre for the Rapprochement of Cultures, Novozhenov V.A.
Published: January 2025

The Scythian-Saka animal style, its bizarre, phantasmagoric images and their territorial distribution in syn-chronous monuments on the vast territory of the Eurasian continent are clear evidence of the developed trans-continental visual, and in fact, symbolic and figurative communications of the Early nomads during this peri-od. The phenomenon of the origin of this style and its geographical distribution, the decoding of images and communicative messages obviously finds its origins in Kazakh figurative monuments, clearly demonstrating its continuity, originality and origins in the local pictorial traditions of the Bronze Age.
Problems of east-west interaction in the context of the historical development of Egypt and the politics of european countries (first half of the 19th century)
Authors:   M. Auezov   South   Kazakhstan   University, Zhuldyz Turekulova , Madiyar Zhumabekov , Elmira Taukebaeva
Published: January 2025

This article examines the main directions of the policies of European countries in Egypt in the context of its historical development in the first half of the 19th century. Modern political processes taking place in the Middle East were mainly formed during the era of colonialism, therefore, the study of the policies of European powers, including France and Great Britain policy in Arab countries in the 19th century is of particular importance in understanding the historical background of political conflicts in the Middle East region. The issues caused by the colonial policies of European countries in Egypt have been the subject of a wide array of studies from historical, economic and political perspectives. In scientific works devoted to this topic, the interests of France and Great Britain in Egypt are considered primarily as a part of political-economic or political-strategic direction. At the same time, research in the context of mutual influences between the West and the East, within the framework of colonial modernization and orientalism is a controversial and multifaceted area that requires careful study. In this connection, the article analyzes the main reasons and directions of the policies of France and Great Britain in Egypt. The article considers various colonial policy instruments along with propaganda in scientific and political circles, used by European countries, and by virtue of which the respective political and ideological processes were formed. The main reasons of Great Britain occupation of Egypt are revealed in this article. New methodological approaches are applied in order to scrutinise the correlation of colonial policy and modernisation processes in the East.
Bronze belts with zoomorphic images in the Koban culture
Authors:   nstitute of Archaeology Ukrainian Academy of Sciences, .Makhortykh S. , Kotova N. ,   Institute of Archaeology Ukrainian Academy of Sciences, Stadler P. ,   Natural History Museum Vienna
Published: January 2025

The bronze belts represent one of the most notable artefacts left by the ancient cultures of the Caucasus, and indeed the most striking ones from an artistic point of view. These belts represent the development of various artistic styles and are remarkable expressions of the advanced metalworking that developed in the mountain-ous highlands of the region at the beginning of the Early Iron Age.An article is devoted to the consideration of sheet bronze belts decorated with various zoomorphic images that were found in graves of the Сentral Caucasus region, mostly in Tli and Koban cemeteries (North and South Ossetia). Belts accompanied male or female individuals were essentially personal objects. Many of them have highly distinctive incised designs featuring animal and less often human figures. There are two main groups among them— belts decorated with zoomorphic images, made in the local Koban art style and belts executed in the southern, Transcaucasian traditions. Statistical analysis of numerous funerary objects found with decorated belts al-lowed us to clarify their chronological position between the 9th and 7th century BC. The gender correlation of finds also revealed certain regularities in their distribution.
Images of a deer on the slabs of the Chemurchek ritual enclosures (Mongolian Altai) and its peculiarities
Authors:   Western  Regional School of National University of Mongolia,, Boroldoy Munkhbayar , Alexey Kovalev ,   Institute of Archaeology of the Russian Academy of Sciences
Published: January 2025

In 2015–2019, the Russian-Mongolian archaeological expedition led by A.A. Kovalev and Ch. Munkhbayar in the basin of the upper reaches of the Khovd River, near Lake Dayan-Nuur (Bayan-Ulgi aimag of Mongo-lia) carried out complete excavations of two ritual enclosures of the Chemurchek culture — Khar Chuluut and Hulagash (in plan, 25x35 and 18x31 m, respectively), and excavation has also begun on the third fence —Chuluut Bulag (in plan, about 40x60 m). Excavations have shown that these structures are rectangular fences of latitudinal orientation made of vertically installed, mostly well-processed, stone slabs, entirely decorated on the outside with images of fantastic anthropomorphic creatures, animals, as well as symbolic images. Petrogliphs were also applied to massive stones laid in the center of the Khar Chuluut fence. The excavated structures were built and used as sanctuaries in one period — the second half of the 3rd millennium BC. The article examines images of deer on the slabs of these Chemurchek fences. These drawings, made in a “realis-tic” manner, silhouette technique with a contour groove, find analogies at the sites of Mongolain and Russian Altai, however, most of similar figures of deer in Altai mountains have only partial filling, in contrast to the Chemurchek petroglyphs, covered with entire filling. Filling of the body with entire piquetage is traced on some figures of deer from the Kalbak-Tash I site, which can be explained by the Chemurchek influence. Here there are two cases of overlapping figures of deer with partial filling with figures with entire filling and one case of the reverse sequence, which emphasizes the synchronicity of the existence of both traditions at a cer-tain stage. Both on the slabs of the Chemurchek sanctuaries and on the rocks of Kalbak-Tash, images of deer (in Kalbak-Tash — with partial filling) are included in compositions with figures of supernatural creatures:
PRÁTICAS AUTOGESTIONÁRIAS EM UM EMPREENDIMENTO DE ECONOMIA SOLIDÁRIA (EES) NO SUL DO BRASIL
Authors: Nascimento Carlos Alberto Sarmento do , Melo João Eduardo Branco de , Ikeda Júnior Riyuzo
Published: January 2025

Este artigo tem como objetivo, em um primeiro momento, apresentar alguns conceitos teóricos sobre autogestão, suas vantagens, benefícios e desdobramentos, fazendo uma análise sobre as diferenças entre a autogestão e a heterogestão e também caracterizando que na autogestão deve haver um ciclo onde a responsabilidade e a autonomia devem ter bases sólidas para que haja pleno desenvolvimento. Em um segundo momento é apresentado o empreendimento econômico solidário (EES) das “Morenas do Divino” que fica localizado na cidade de Rio Rufino, interior do Estado de Santa Catarina e que faz da prática autogestionária um dos seus pilares aliando a teoria à prática e podendo destacar dentre essas práticas do EES a identidade do grupo, a participação e o envolvimento com a comunidade e seu entorno, dentre outras práticas. Quanto à metodologia trata-se de um trabalho qualitativo, descritivo e bibliográfico. Espera-se que este trabalho sirva de inspiração para a popularização da prática autogestionária aliada à teoria para a cooperação e fortalecimento da economia solidária.
FLORA VASCULAR DE UM FRAGMENTO URBANO DE FLORESTA ESTACIONAL SEMIDECÍDUA: HÁBITO, ENDEMISMO, STATUS DE CONSERVAÇÃO E SÍNDROMES DE DISPERSÃO
Authors: Morais Isa Lucia de , Costa Núbia Aparecida Alves , Ferreira Vitória Aparecida de Oliveira , Abreu Igor Manoel Paulo Goulart de
Published: January 2025

As áreas verdes urbanas constituem espaços de proteção ambiental, como é o caso daquelas constituídas como Unidades de Conservação. Assim, como parte do estudo técnico para subsidiar a criação de uma Unidade de Conservação, esta pesquisa teve como objetivo realizar um levantamento florístico da flora vascular de uma floresta estacional semidecídua na área urbana de São Simão, Goiás, destacando aspectos das espécies em termos de hábito, endemismo, status de conservação e síndromes de dispersão de diásporos. Utilizando o método do “caminhamento”, o levantamento florístico ocorreu entre março de 2020 e janeiro de 2021. Foram registradas uma espécie de samambaia e 225 espécies de Angiospermas, pertencentes a 158 gêneros e 54 famílias. As famílias mais ricas em espécies foram Fabaceae, Malvaceae, Asteraceae, Euphorbiaceae, Apocynaceae, Rubiaceae, Bignoniaceae, Myrtaceae e Poaceae. A maioria dos gêneros foi representada por uma ou duas espécies, o que valida a existência de uma alta riqueza de gêneros. Sida (Malvaceae), Solanum (Solanaceae), Cyperus (Cyperaceae), Dioscorea (Dioscoreaceae), Eugenia e Myrcia (Myrtaceae) foram as espécies mais ricas. A maioria das espécies é zoocórica, o que reforça a relevância dessa fitofisionomia para abrigar e alimentar a fauna. Trinta espécies são endêmicas do Brasil. Onze novos registros foram encontrados para Goiás, dois para a Região Centro-Oeste e três para o Cerrado, e a ocorrência de três novas espécies. A maioria das espécies tem um estado de conservação que não foi avaliado quanto à ameaça, o que valida a necessidade de expandir a pesquisa.
ELABORAÇÃO DA EMPADINHA SEM GLÚTEN À BASE DE TRIGO SARRACENO
Authors: Cardoso Simone do Nascimento , Schmitt Vania , Pinheiro Débora Fernandes
Published: January 2025

: O objetivo do estudo foi desenvolver empadinha sem glúten à base de trigo sarraceno. Foi elaborado uma formulação da receita contendo farinha de trigo sarraceno (19,88%), farinha de milho (6,18%), farinha de linhaça (6,18%), iogurte natural (9,27%), milho verde enlatado (12,9%), peito de frango (37,83%), óleo de soja (7,56%), sal e temperos (0,2%). Perfil de atributos, intenção de compras e aceitação global foram analisados para determinar o perfil sensorial da amostra, a partir de escalas hedônicas. Além disso, foram analisados o custo da receita e a rotulagem nutricional para analisarmos a qualidade nutricional do produto. As análises da pesquisa bem como a elaboração dos gráficos foram realizadas pelo software estatístico R. 57 provadores foram inclusos na pesquisa. Em relação ao perfil de atributos a aceitação global foi de 78,4%, intenção de compras de 56,14 % comprariam sempre o alimento, 28,07% comprariam muito frequentemente, 14,03 % frequentemente e 5,7% compraria ocasionalmente, não tendo reprovação na intenção de compras, em que todos os comensais comprariam em algum momento o produto, e ao analisarmos o perfil de atributos (cor, aroma, sabor, textura e aparência) todos obtiveram nota maior que 4, demonstrando alto índice de qualidade organoléptica do alimento. Verificou-se um custo baixo de R$ 1,80 por unidade e de boa qualidade nutricional, sendo predominante em proteínas com 24,4 g por unidade e alto em fibras 6,55 g. A elaboração da empadinha de frango à base de trigo sarraceno obteve alta qualidade organoléptica e sensorial.
A CULTURA DE COBERTURA DE INVERNO E SEU PERÍODO DE MANEJO INTERFEREM NA NODULAÇÃO E CRESCIMENTO DA SOJA COINOCULADA
Authors: Martin Thomas , Ferreira Matheus Martins , Fulaneti Fernando Sintra , Vey Rosana Taschetto
Published: January 2025

Os resíduos das culturas de cobertura do solo e a inoculação da soja com Bradyrhizobium e Azospirillum brasilense podem melhorar a nodulação e o crescimento da cultura. Depende da interação dos resíduos das culturas de cobertura e das bactérias. As coberturas do solo e o período de manejo da biomassa tem influência nessa interação. O objetivo da pesquisa foi avaliar o efeito das culturas de cobertura de inverno, do período de manejo da biomassa da planta de cobertura na nodulação e crescimento da soja coinoculada. O Experimento foi conduzido em vasos com os tratamentos envolveram três plantas de cobertura: TG, trigo (Triticum aestivum L.), NB, nabo forrageiro (Raphanus sativus L.), EV, ervilhaca (Vicia sativa L.) e TS, testemunha, três períodos de manejo da biomassa: 60, 45 e 30 dias e dois tipos de inoculação: inoculação com Bradyrhizobium (inoculação) e inoculação mista de A. brasilense e Bradyrhizobium (coinoculação). Foram avaliados o número e massa seca de nódulos, massa seca da raiz e parte aérea no estádio R1. O número e massa seca de nódulos, massa seca de raiz e parte aérea foram beneficiados com o cultivo do TG, NB e EV, principalmente, na biomassa manejada aos 30 dias antes da semeadura da soja. No entanto, o número de nódulos da soja foi 23% superior para TG e a coinoculação em relação ao NB. O tipo de inoculação e o período de manejo da biomassa causaram menor alteração na nodulação e crescimento da soja quando o TG foi utilizado.
PRODUTO EDUCACIONAL EM FORMATO DE MÍDIA DIGITAL
Authors: Valões Maria Rita , Lima Andreza Maria de
Published: January 2025

O Produto Educacional é uma das exigências para a conclusão dos Mestrados Profissionais na Área de Ensino. Neste artigo, apresentamos o Produto Educacional desenvolvido a partir dos resultados de uma pesquisa de Mestrado Profissional em Educação Profissional e Tecnológica (EPT). Trata-se do blog intitulado “O Assistente Social na EPT”, cujo objetivo é socializar informações sobre a atuação do Setor de Serviço Social e ações que o Assistente Social desenvolve na EPT em um Instituto Federal (IF). Como referência para a elaboração desse material, buscamos as orientações de kaplún (2003). A avaliação do Produto foi realizada por três estudantes participantes do estudo. Para a coleta da avaliação, utilizamos um questionário on-line com perguntas abertas sobre o conteúdo e à estrutura do blog. Para analisar as respostas dos estudantes, utilizamos a Técnica de Análise de Conteúdo Categorial Temática. Os resultados mostraram que o blog ampliou os espaços para discussão e diálogo, trazendo subsídios que auxiliaram nas estratégias de comunicação com os(as) discentes. Buscou também disponibilizar conteúdos para a construção do conhecimento, a aprendizagem, o aprofundamento nos temas e a promoção das mais diversas perspectivas e visões. Ressaltamos a importância do Produto como ferramenta de divulgação sobre a atuação profissional do Assistente Social, facilitando e promovendo ações na EPT. Esperamos que o blog contribua para a (in)formação e participação da comunidade escolar.
MODELAGEM MATEMÁTICA DA OSCILAÇÃO AMORTECIDA DE PÊNDULOS ACOPLADOS UTILIZANDO VIDEOANÁLISE: UMA PRÁTICA PEDAGÓGICA
Authors: Sausen Airam Teresa Zago Romcy , Kretschmer Eduardo Henrique , Santos Júnior Bolivar Oliveira dos , Backes Marcos Ricardo
Published: January 2025

A modelagem matemática é um conjunto de procedimentos utilizados para solucionar problemas do mundo real, destacando-se tanto como método científico de pesquisa, quanto estratégia de ensino e aprendizagem. O estudo do pêndulo possui uma significativa importância histórica, evidenciando o papel crucial do pêndulo simples como modelo matemático para a compreensão de diversos fenômenos oscilatórios. Já os pêndulos acoplados apresentam complexidade e desafios intrínsecos, contribuindo para diversas áreas científicas, desde a física até as ciências aeroespaciais. Este artigo explora a aplicação da modelagem matemática no ensino de Engenharias, focando na prática pedagógica da modelagem matemática de um sistema de pêndulos acoplados com amortecimento. Um experimento é montado utilizando materiais simples, em seguida o movimento dos pêndulos é registrado e analisado no software Tracker. Duas abordagens de modelagem, fenomenológica e empírica, são empregadas, utilizando Equações Diferenciais Ordinárias e ajuste de curvas no Matlab®. A prática pedagógica revela-se eficaz, validando os modelos desenvolvidos com sucesso e demonstrando uma boa acurácia, evidenciada pelos coeficientes de determinação 2 aproximando-se de 1. Este estudo ressalta o papel crucial da modelagem matemática na compreensão do comportamento dinâmico de sistemas complexos, com ênfase nos pêndulos acoplados com amortecimento, e também destaca a eficácia da prática pedagógica no contexto educacional.
EFEITO DA ADIÇÃO DE ZEÍNA E COLÁGENO HIDROLISADO NAS CARACTERÍSTICAS FÍSICAS DE PÃO SEM GLÚTEN
Authors: Costa Raissa Ingrid Santana Araújo , Moura Ane Rafaele Silva , Gagliardi Paulo Roberto , Constant Patricia Beltrão Lessa
Published: January 2025

O pão com boas características de qualidade requer o desenvolvimento adequado da massa e bom aspecto físico que são dependentes do glúten. Na produção de pães sem glúten é necessário estudar substitutos adequados de maneira a manter as características de elasticidade e extensibilidade necessárias a formação do produto. O presente trabalho objetivou desenvolver pães isentos de glúten elaborados com farinha de arroz, com a adição de zeína e colágeno hidrolisado em diferentes proporções, avaliando e avalia seus efeitos no produto final. O delineamento usado foi fatorial 2x2 inteiramente casualizado e submetidos a análises físicas, os quais passaram por análise de variância (ANOVA) e Teste de médias de Tukey (p≤0,05) utilizando o software Statistical Analysis System (SAS®) Studio, e microscopia digital. De acordo com os resultados a coloração da crosta e do miolo dos pães tiveram influência da zeína e dos pigmentos do milho tornando-os pães amarelados. A adição do colágeno hidrolisado e zeína isolada tiveram influência significava (p≤0,05) quanto ao volume específico, perda de peso ao assar e firmeza, tornado os pães com maior volume específico (2,19±0,05 cm3/g), menor percentual de perda de peso (10,16±0,02%) e menor firmeza da crosta (5668 gf) em comparação com o controle. A microscopia digital comprovou visualmente o aumento da porosidade da crosta e do número de células do miolo, os tornando menos firmes. Portanto, a adição da zeína isolada e do colágeno hidrolisado teve um efeito positivo nos pães sem glúten, contudo, não apresentaram o mesmo comportamento que as proteínas do glúten.
ASPALATHUS LINEARIS: ANÁLISE SENSORIAL DA INFUSÃO DO CHÁ DE ROOIBOS EM UMA CIDADE DO MEIO OESTE CATARINENSE
Authors: Silva Carolina Azeredo , Souza Gabriel de Oliveira , Moro Ana Claudia Lunelli , Pinheiro Débora Fernandes
Published: January 2025

O chá é a bebida milenar que faz parte do nosso dia a dia, porém percebeu-se a falta de conhecimento de uma infusão africana, que apesar do potencial comercial, ainda é desconhecida por muitos: o Rooibos. Diante disso, o objetivo deste trabalho foi avaliar o conhecimento da sociedade sobre este chá. Foi utilizado o chá de Aspalathus linearis oxidado (vermelho), tipo a granel, adquirido em local especializado e preparado de acordo com a bibliografia encontrada. Para a análise sensorial, 30 participantes, discentes e docentes da universidade. A análise foi composta da prova do chá e um questionário que possuía perguntas sobre percepção de aroma e sabor, conhecimento sobre o chá e intenção de compra. Em relação ao perfil dos participantes, 63% pertencentes ao sexo feminino e 36% masculino, quase em sua totalidade não conheciam o chá de Rooibos e 100% relataram não conhecer nenhum benefício. Pode-se concluir que o chá de A. linearis apresentou boa aceitação pelos participantes mesmo havendo falta de conhecimento sobre o mesmo.
RELATO DE EXPERIÊNCIA: AULAS DE LÍNGUA PORTUGUESA PARA ESTRANGEIROS EM JOINVILLE (SC)
Authors: Fossile Dieysa  Kanyela
Published: January 2025

Neste artigo, apresentam-se as ações de extensão vinculadas ao Projeto Língua Portuguesa para Estrangeiros em Joinville desenvolvidas no segundo semestre de 2023, na Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina (UFSC), no Campus Joinville. No projeto são oferecidas aulas de língua portuguesa para estrangeiros que possuam conhecimento básico, conhecimento intermediário ou conhecimento avançado do idioma. Como aporte teórico, adotaram-se os estudos da linguística aplicada ao ensino de português como língua estrangeira e os princípios da abordagem comunicativa. Concluiu-se que é imprescindível que o estrangeiro domine a língua portuguesa para que possa existir e ter uma vida digna no Brasil. O domínio da língua portuguesa é uma demanda indispensável a essas pessoas para que possam fazer parte da sociedade, ser inseridas no mercado de trabalho, ter acesso ao ambiente escolar, aos centros religiosos etc. Essa atividade de extensão atinge tanto a comunidade acadêmica da UFSC quanto a comunidade externa à instituição, contribuindo para que os estrangeiros residentes em Joinville (SC) possam adquirir proficiência em língua portuguesa, criando uma relação entre a comunidade joinvilense e a universidade, bem como possibilitando a troca de conhecimentos concernentes ao idioma, a questões históricas, sociais e culturais.
Barreras para el aprendizaje y la participación: Estudio de caso de un estudiante universitario con autismo de alto funcionamiento
Authors: Gutiérrez-Aceves Maria de Lourdes , Mendoza Balboa Alexa Paola , Díaz de la Garza Ana María Elisa , Zárate Moscoso Karla Paola
Published: January 2025

Se presenta un estudio de caso de un estudiante universitario diagnosticado con trastorno del espectro autista de alto funcionamiento (TEA de alto funcionamiento) para fomentar su inclusión en el aula. El objetivo del trabajo fue identificar y analizar las barreras para el aprendizaje y la participación, además de proponer estrategias para apoyar su integración. El participante pertenece a la Licenciatura en Enseñanza del Idioma Inglés (LEII) en la Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas, México. El estudio se centró principalmente en sus habilidades sociales, al considerarse que estas podían influir en su desempeño académico y su interacción con los demás en el aula. La investigación siguió un paradigma cualitativo y utilizó cuatro instrumentos de recolección de datos: entrevista, lista de verificación, diario del docente y diario del estudiante. Las principales barreras identificadas fueron desafíos emocionales, como la ansiedad y la depresión, que afectaban su capacidad de concentración, participación en las actividades de aprendizaje e interacción con sus compañeros. Además, el acoso y la discriminación constituyeron barreras significativas, al crear un ambiente hostil que obstaculizaba el aprendizaje y desalentaba la participación. También se observaron barreras metodológicas, como un currículo inflexible y la falta de apoyo individualizado. Se concluye que abordar estas barreras mediante estrategias personalizadas, capacitación docente y mayor sensibilización sobre prácticas inclusivas es fundamental para fomentar un entorno educativo inclusivo. Es esencial que las universidades respalden a los estudiantes con TEA de alto funcionamiento, ofreciendo adaptaciones académicas y creando un espacio seguro e inclusivo para su desarrollo académico y social
Comprehensive craniometry for sagittal synostosis
Authors: Ramsey Jason A. , Stevens Phillip M. , Coats Brittany , Dixon Timothy J. , Chaker Sara C. , Bonfield Christopher M. , Golinko Michael S.
Published: January 2025

OBJECTIVE

Sagittal synostosis is the most common type of craniosynostosis, resulting in deformity with distinctive morphological characteristics. These include occipital narrowing, parietal narrowing, anteriorly shifted vertex with parietal depression, and exaggerated frontal bossing. The traditional cephalic index affords limited reliability in quantifying initial severity and correction. The purpose of this study was to conceptualize and evaluate a set of novel metrics based on optical surface scanning (OSS) technology used for cranial remolding orthosis (CRO) treatment.

METHODS

The 25 most recent infants to receive CRO treatment for sagittal synostosis at a single center were reviewed retrospectively. All treated patients underwent the endoscope-assisted craniectomy technique without barrel staving. OSS representations of each patient’s head were acquired perioperatively and at cessation of CRO treatment. A novel set of metrics were developed, comprising the occipital contour angle to assess severity of occipital narrowing; the vertex proportionality index to assess the anterior vertex relative to the depressed posterior anatomy; the parietal-temporal index to assess proximal cranial narrowing; and the sellion-frontal index as a measure of frontal bossing. The pre- and posttreatment results for all indices were compared against each other and against a control group of 33 nonsynostotic infants with grossly normal head shapes.

RESULTS

Initial treatment group means for all 4 indices demonstrated significant variance against both the final treatment group means and the control group means. No statistically significant differences were observed in the group means for occipital contour angle, parietal-temporal index, and sellion-frontal index between the posttreatment and control cohorts, which was suggestive of mean correction to normative levels for these morphological considerations. Despite an appreciable mean correction of parietal depression in the final treatment group, the mean vertex proportionality index values remained statistically different from the control group.

CONCLUSIONS

Sagittal synostosis is characterized by several characteristic deviations from normocephaly. These are effectively improved by endoscope-assisted craniectomy with CRO intervention. Importantly, head shape abnormalities differ between patients, and the individual subject can present normatively for some deformational categories. Therefore, a multimetric approach is essential to quantify initial presentation and subsequent outcome. The introduction of novel OSS-enabled craniometry may facilitate more patient-centric management of this complex deformity. Specifically, features with the greatest deviation from normative standards can be identified, enabling creation of discrete treatment plans with respect to the focus and length of postoperative helmeting.