bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Needs Assessment of Senior High School Teachers in Mathematics Instruction
Authors: De Leon Sonny
Published: January 2024

This study attempted to assess the needs of Senior High School Teachers in Mathematics instruction at the Schools Division Office of Cabanatuan City. Specifically, it sought to describe the following; the professional qualification, the familiarity with Mathematics essential knowledge, the pedagogical strategies employed; and the significant relationship between the profile of the respondents with familiarity with Mathematics essential knowledge and pedagogical strategies employed, the educational infrastructure in terms of teacher’s guide and adequacy of Mathematics materials in terms of instruction. As an output, the identified needs of the SHS Mathematics teachers were collected for future use. The study utilized descriptive-correlational research as it describes and examines the relationship between variables without making any causal claims. Based on the results of the study, the following conclusions are drawn: the majority of the respondents have Master’s Degrees in Education with a specialization in Mathematics, have 1 to 10 years of teaching experience, attended 5 to 7 various seminars in their field of self-identified specialization, all of the respondents teach Mathematics subjects and some of them are also teaching non-mathematics subjects. No respondents are freed from Non-Teaching Assignments; the familiarity of the respondents with essential knowledge in Mathematics Instruction is EXCELLENT, pedagogical strategy most employed by the respondents is Assessment; there is no significant relationship between the profile of the respondents and their competence on General Mathematics essential knowledge; the DepEd – issued Teacher’s Guide is generally rated by respondents as strongly agree or Excellent,  the availability and sufficiency of Mathematics Materials inside the classroom is SATISFACTORY. Based on the study conducted, the needs of SHS Mathematics teachers in the public secondary schools of Cabanatuan City must be concentrated on provision of more usable and sufficient Mathematics tools and materials. Mathematics-related seminars focusing on content are also found to be a necessity among teachers.
Assessing Energy Potential in Maize and Paper Agroindustrial Waste Through Recycling and Bioenergy Transformation
Authors: Moreira Jhonatan Willian , Milagres Vitor Augusto Cordeiro , Godoi Luiza Catarina Lobo de , Ribeiro Renata Santos , Nogueira Jordana Cristhina Ribeiro Gomes , Lemes Leandro Teles e , Silva Macksuel Fernandes da , Sette Jr Carlos Robertto
Published: January 2024

In view of the production rate and use of paper and agricultural waste, it has become imperative to develop ways of treating their residues through recycling, reuse and transformation into value-added products. The aim of the study was to evaluate the potential of agro-industrial waste in natura from paper and corn for producing bioenergy. Analyses to characterize the waste were performed on the particle size profile (mesh); moisture content (%); ash content (%); volatile materials (%); fixed carbon (%); bulk density (kg.m-3); upper calorific value (kcal.kg-1); lower calorific value (kcal.kg-1); useful calorific value (kcal.kg-1) and energy density (MJ.m-3). All the tests were carried out in accordance with the ABNT and ASTM technical standards. The results obtained for each biomass were subjected to ANOVA analysis of variance and the means were compared using the Tukey’s test at the 5% probability of error level. Most of the waste was classified as fine, up to 1mm. Paper waste had the highest ash and volatile content (4.2% and 85.1%), while corn had the highest fixed carbon content (15.2%). The higher calorific values observed for corn and paper waste were 4,367.0 and 4,101.3 kcal.kg-¹. The moisture content of the corn and paper waste was 83.1 and 61%, respectively. The corn and paper waste had suitable physical and energy characteristics in view of their potential for use as bioenergy products. The paper had the best properties for energy use.
Estudio comparativo de las desigualdades en el tecnoestrés entre instituciones de educación superior en América Latina y Europa
Authors: Herrera-Sánchez Maybelline Jaqueline , Casanova-Villalba César Iván , Bravo Bravo Idilia Fernanda , Barba Mosquera Angela Elena
Published: January 2024

El tecnoestrés, definido como la dificultad de adaptarse a las tecnologías, ha cobrado relevancia en el ámbito de la educación superior, intensificándose con la pandemia de COVID-19. Afecta tanto a estudiantes como a docentes, alterando el bienestar mental y la calidad de la educación. Este estudio examina el tecnoestrés en universidades de América Latina y Europa, enfocándose en cómo las diferencias regionales, infraestructurales y culturales influyen en su impacto. El objetivo central de este estudio es investigar el fenómeno del tecnoestrés en la educación superior, utilizando un marco de desajuste multidimensional persona-entorno. Se busca comprender cómo diferentes dimensiones del ajuste persona-entorno, como persona-organización, persona-tecnología y persona-personas, contribuyen conjuntamente al tecnoestrés. Se adoptó un enfoque cualitativo, utilizando entrevistas semiestructuradas y grupos focales con profesores y estudiantes de universidades en América Latina y Europa. El estudio es de naturaleza exploratoria y descriptiva, enfocado en describir y comprender las experiencias y percepciones de los participantes, sin establecer relaciones causales. Los resultados muestran una alta incidencia de tecnoestrés entre profesores y estudiantes, con diferencias significativas entre regiones. En América Latina se reportaron niveles más altos de tecnoestrés, posiblemente debido a diferencias en infraestructura tecnológica y acceso a recursos de capacitación. El tecnoestrés se relaciona con consecuencias psicológicas y físicas adversas, y afecta negativamente el rendimiento académico y la productividad docente. El estudio resalta la creciente incidencia y las implicaciones multifacéticas del tecnoestrés en la educación superior. Se sugiere la importancia de desarrollar enfoques integrales para su gestión, considerando factores individuales, contextuales y culturales. Las instituciones educativas deben reconocer el tecnoestrés como un aspecto crítico que impacta la calidad de la enseñanza y el aprendizaje, promoviendo un uso equilibrado y saludable de la tecnología.
As plantas na constituição de professores: formação e prática docente em Biologia
Authors: Oliveira Diana Nunes de , Oda Welton Yudi
Published: January 2024

A pesquisa tem como objetivo analisar os currículos das Licenciaturas de Ciências Biológicas, a fim de verificar de que modo se dispõem os saberes relacionados às plantas, bem como verificar sua adequação para a formação e prática dos professores de Biologia na região metropolitana de Manaus, no sentido da valorização dos saberes populares amazônicos sobre as plantas. Trata-se de uma pesquisa com abordagem qualitativa, baseada na análise das entrevistas e questionários de professores de Biologia da cidade de Manaus, bem como por meio da análise de documentos oficiais. Os dados foram analisados por meio da Análise Textual Discursiva. Com base nas análises realizadas, foi possível compreender como está ocorrendo o ensino de conteúdos associados às plantas na formação dos professores e, consequentemente, na formação dos estudantes da educação básica. Com base na Análise Textual Discursiva, obtivemos quatro categorias que emergiram das falas dos professores: Ensino voltado para a sala de aula, espaços e estruturas nas escolas, relações dos professores com as plantas e Ensino de Botânica. Foi possível verificar que durante a formação inicial dos professores, as disciplinas que abordam conteúdos associados às plantas são muito específicas, no que chamamos de "Botânica pura" (Taxonomia, Sistemática, Anatomia e Fisiologia), não havendo nessas disciplinas, uma relação de contexto com a futura prática docente dos licenciandos. Além disso, o próprio conteúdo programático do ensino médio não fortalece a prática do ensino destes conteúdos, já que não consta no conteúdo obrigatório. Dessa forma, de acordo com sua constituição docente, o que envolve os saberes e as experiências de cada professor, alguns desenvolveram habilidades na prática de ensino de Botânica, outros por sua vez, realizam atividades superficiais. Com base nesses resultados, incentivamos uma reflexão e também uma reformulação dos currículos da graduação para que incluam, nos documentos oficiais, uma relação entre as disciplinas específicas de Botânica e a prática do futuro docente, para que, ao formar os docentes, esses sejam capacitados para promover uma aprendizagem de conteúdos associados às plantas com práticas que considerem o universo temático do estudante como elemento estruturador de suas práticas, pois o conhecimento dessa área é essencial na formação de amazônidas que compreendam a relevância de seus saberes para a preservação de sua memória biocultural.
Análise do consumo de energia elétrica no setor industrial brasileiro
Authors: Manzato Leonardo Contieri , Coiado Lorenzo Campos , Francato Alberto Luiz
Published: January 2024

Neste artigo, foi realizada uma análise dos dados de consumo de eletricidade no Brasil, de 2016 a 2021, para compreender as diferentes demandas de eletricidade no cenário pré-pandêmico, cenário pandêmico e também previsões de consumo para os próximos anos. O estudo foi realizado com base em dados divulgados pela Empresa de Pesquisa Energética (EPE), prestadora de serviços do Ministério de Minas e Energia (MME). Esses dados analisados referem-se ao consumo total de energia elétrica no Brasil e ao consumo total de energia elétrica pelo setor industrial brasileiro, dividido por regiões geográficas e subsistemas elétricos, além do consumo por Unidade Federativa. Com base na determinação da taxa de evolução do consumo de energia elétrica, as previsões foram feitas para os próximos anos (até 2030) e comparadas com os resultados das perspectivas de expansão da capacidade de produção, lançados pela EPE no Plano Decenal de Expansão de Energia 2030.
Atividade larvicida de espécies vegetais da família Scrophulariaceae e seus principais constituintes químicos frente Aedes aegypti L.: uma revisão
Authors: Ferreira Jouberth Vieira , Luz Tássio Rômulo Silva Araújo , Serejo Ana Paula Muniz , Do Amaral Flavia Maria Mendonça , Coutinho Denise Fernandes
Published: January 2024

Introdução: Em função dos problemas de saúde pública causados por arboviroses transmitidas pelo A. aegypti, além da contínua necessidade de se descobrir novos fármacos com atividade larvicida para o controle do vetor dessas doenças, associado ao fato de Scrophulariaceae ser uma família de espécies vegetais popular, de grande e fácil disponibilidade e baixo custo, o estudo dessas espécies pode representar uma alternativa para o desenvolvimento de novos produtos larvicida. Objetivos: O presente trabalho teve por objetivo analisar em literatura, trabalhos realizados com plantas pertencentes à família Scrophulariaceae que apresentaram atividade larvicida frente A. aegypti e seus principais constituintes químicos.  Trata-se de uma revisão sistemática da literatura realizada através de pesquisas nas bases de dados Biblioteca Virtual em Saúde, Google Scholar e Periódico CAPES, rastreados de acordo com critérios de elegibilidade especificados. Resultados e discussão: Com base no total de 05 artigos analisados nesta revisão, observou-se que a família Scrophulariaceae dispõe de espécies vegetais que possuem compostos bioativos, como terpenos, em sua maioria, e sendo o óxido de cariofileno e fitol apontados como ativos promissores no combate de larvas de A. aegypti e que podem representar uma alternativa viável e sustentável em relação aos produtos sintéticos utilizados atualmente. Considerações finais: Este tipo de pesquisa abre portas para se estudar novos compostos que possam promover uma produção sustentável de compostos larvicida e controle de A. aegypti, principal vetor de arboviroses.
Metodologias ativas e tecnologia: uma análise do impacto do design thinking na educação contemporânea
Authors: Da Silva Micael Campos , Freires Kevin Cristian Paulino , Maia Lucas Emanuel de Oliveira , Cavalcante Antônio Almeida , Perin Ticiane Antunes , Meda Micheli Pires de Oliveira , Moreira Glaudistonia Chaves dos Santos , Pielechowski Sonia Soares , Lima Francisco Felipe Ramos Rodrigues , Guerra Álvaro Raphá Lemos , De Sousa Raimundo Neto , De Araújo Lusilange Maria , Henschel Renata Paula do Nascimento Silva , Dos Anjos Sonia Maria , Da Silva Adriana Maria
Published: January 2024

Este estudo tem como propósito investigar a interação entre tecnologia, metodologias ativas e o Design Thinking, com foco na promoção de uma educação mais envolvente e centrada no aluno. A pesquisa explora a aplicação e o impacto desses componentes no contexto educacional, adotando uma abordagem metodológica baseada em revisão bibliográfica. Os resultados destacam que a integração estratégica de tecnologia e metodologias ativas, aliada à implementação do Design Thinking, pode catalisar a criatividade, o pensamento crítico e a capacidade de resolução de problemas entre os alunos. A abordagem centrada no aluno, facilitada pelas sinergias entre tecnologia e metodologias ativas, revela um potencial substancial para aprimorar significativamente o processo educacional, preparando os estudantes para os desafios multifacetados do mundo contemporâneo. No entanto, é essencial considerar desafios adicionais, como o desenvolvimento profissional dos professores e a infraestrutura tecnológica, a fim de viabilizar uma implementação abrangente e eficaz dessas abordagens inovadoras.
Da teoria à prática: aplicação bem-sucedida da regressão logística politômica na previsão do risco de violência em eventos futebolísticos em Salvador
Authors: De Oliveira Anderson Ubiratan Farias , Guizzo Camila de Souza Pereira , De Senna Valter
Published: January 2024

A investigação buscou verificar a eficácia das equações apresentadas pela Regressão Logística Politômica na classificação do risco de violência em eventos futebolísticos em Salvador. Para tanto, adotou como critérios a “facilidade na explicação” do resultado e a “robustez estatística”. Do ponto de vista metodológico, recorreu ao desenvolvimento descritivo dos dados, análise de significância, análises de correlação, além do desenvolvimento e avaliação dos modelos propriamente ditos por meio do uso do programa de computador (software) Statistical Package for Social Sciences (IBM SPSS) versão 20. O desempenho do modelo pós-validação chegou ao percentual de 70,2% de acertos, muito próximo do encontrado pelo modelo na fase de classificação 70,7%, por isso, pode ser classificado como bom. Os resultados apontam como eficazes as equações apresentadas pela Regressão Logística Politômica na classificação do risco de violência em eventos futebolísticos em Salvador. Isso possibilitou sanar uma lacuna existente na literatura de métodos aplicados a este fim.
Ação de saúde interprofissional: relato de experiência em uma unidade de referência especializada
Authors: Da Silva Ellen Mara Fernandes , Ribeiro Luhedja da Rocha , Valentim Livia Aguiar , Lima Yara Macambira Santana , De Souza Adjanny Estela Santos
Published: January 2024

O presente trabalho tem como objetivo relatar a experiência interprofissional vivenciada por bolsistas do Programa de Educação pelo Trabalho para Saúde (PET-Saúde) em uma ação ocorrida em uma Unidade de Referência Especializada no Município de Santarém no estado do Pará. A aplicação da prática interprofissional possibilitou aos alunos o exercício de competências colaborativas numa abordagem abrangente, individualizada e especializada em saúde, assim como, a realização de atividades de educação e intervenção em saúde preconizadas pelo projeto no cenário de atuação. Ademais, a dinâmica proposta para a ação além de representar a aplicação real das atividades teórico-práticas, também se configurou na aquisição de novos conhecimentos e no aprimoramento das habilidades e das práticas em grupos interprofissionais. Com isso, tornou-se evidente a relevância da interprofissionalidade para a formação de profissionais aptos ao trabalho colaborativo. Logo, a função primordial do atendimento e cuidado em saúde integral, humanizado, ao indivíduo foi posto em prática com êxito somando tanto ao cenário da prática quanto ao processo de aprendizagem dos discentes.
Representação da educação social no bairro Pirambu, em Fortaleza-CE: uma observação do Movimento Emaús Amor e Justiça
Authors: Pordeus Marcel Pereira , Caetano Wildeson de Sousa , Josino Josivan Rocha , Fonteles José Célio Pessoa , Pordeus Caio Leonam Vieira , Alves Sidrack Rack Moraes , Do Amaral Marijane Serpa , Da Silva Janaina Oliveira , Nunes Katianne Jamilia Oliveira , Da Silva Helane Diogo Marques , Rocha Daniele Eduardo , Santos Marcelo Davi , Silva Fábia Geisa Amaral , De Castro Janevane Silva , Xavier Rafael Alencar , Teixeira Dirlandia da Silva , Monteiro Fátima Roselia , Paulino Felipe Wesley de Vasconcelos
Published: January 2024

A Educação Social é um âmbito de trabalho que desenvolve capacidades às pessoas destituídas de recursos, e incluí-las num sistema que discrimina e suprime o ser humano, é uma tarefa que incita ao fomento da cidadania e direitos humanos. Nesse contexto, buscamos adentrar nossa pesquisa na conjuntura do bairro Pirambu, por este possuir inúmeras organizações sociais às quais podemos explanar as potencialidades e necessidades da população no contexto da Educação Social. Com efeito, embasamo-nos no contexto da Associação Emaús, localizada em citado bairro, para tomarmos como exemplo o trabalho social desenvolvido na localidade, por ser uma Organização Não Governamental (ONG) destinada à prestação de serviços e programas socioassistenciais de proteção social básica às crianças e adultos. Por metodologia, embasamo-nos na abordagem qualitativa, com bibliografia atinente ao tema e documentos que chancelam a Educação Social no universo do trabalho. Em suma, conclui-se que a representação da Educação social se torna essencial para a identificação da problemática real à qual enfrentam as pessoas que moram no bairro Pirambu, tais como a pobreza, a violência, o desemprego e discriminação pela localidade. Nesse sentido, percebe-se a necessidade em acrescer os índices das condições sociais das pessoas para possíveis melhorias por meio de políticas públicas educacionais, de emprego e renda, saúde e segurança aos moradores do bairro, haja vista ter apenas o Movimento Emaús para atender as demandas sociais, e, ainda assim, não dissipa as mazelas sociais enfrentadas pela população do grande Pirambu.
Epifania ecocrítica na vida e obra de Marie Bonaparte
Authors: Ribeiro Sarug Dagir
Published: January 2024

Reuni-se como meta uma análise influenciada pela ecocrítica intermidiática à respeito de três trabalhos de Bonaparte: Les forêts de Paris menacées (1933), La légende des eaux sans fond ([1948] 1952) e Topsy, les raisons d'un amour ([1936] 2004). Buscar-se-á através dessas diferentes mídias, texto jornalístico, conferência e poesia, descrever e analisar as asseverações da autora a respeito da dilapidação da paisagem natural, o fascínio pelos mistérios da natureza e o amor aos animais. Nossos resultados apontam para as diferentes formas de envolvimento ambiental e ecológico de uma psicanalista amante e defensora da natureza. As mudanças climáticas em decorrência da destruição da natureza e da poluição global são uma ameaça para o presente e o futuro da humanidade. E para enfrentá-las, é preciso referências que orientem a luta contra tal situação e não se pode ignorar o discernimento da autora acerca das questões que tão de perto se referem aos destinos da humanidade.
Educação para a paz: cuidar, educar e brincar
Authors: Narciso Rodi , De Oliveira Elineide Cavalcanti , De Carvalho Ianan Eugênia , Machado João Carlos , Bertolazzi João Carlos , Da Silva Liliane Inácia , Cunha Matias Rebouças , Meroto Monique Bolonha das Neves
Published: January 2024

Este estudo, por meio de uma pesquisa bibliográfica, aborda a relevância do Ensino Religioso no processo de aprendizagem na educação infantil, uma questão importante no contexto educacional brasileiro, marcado pela diversidade cultural e religiosa. O objetivo principal foi compreender as implicações deste ensino na formação integral da criança e os desafios de sua implementação em escolas públicas laicas. A metodologia empregada foi a revisão sistemática de literatura, permitindo a análise de estudos relevantes no campo. Os resultados revelaram um cenário complexo. Por um lado, evidencia-se o potencial do ensino religioso em contribuir para o desenvolvimento ético, moral e social das crianças, ressaltando a importância do respeito à diversidade religiosa. Por outro, emergem desafios relacionados à natureza e implementação do ensino religioso em um contexto laico, com estudos apontando para tensões entre a abordagem confessional e o princípio de laicidade do Estado. A conclusão do estudo sublinha a necessidade de uma abordagem pedagógica cuidadosa e reflexiva, que equilibre o respeito à pluralidade religiosa e o princípio de laicidade. O ensino religioso, quando implementado de maneira inclusiva e informativa, pode ser uma ferramenta valiosa para o desenvolvimento integral da criança, promovendo uma compreensão empática das diversas crenças e práticas religiosas. Assim, ele pode contribuir significativamente para a formação de cidadãos conscientes, tolerantes e aptos a viver em uma sociedade diversificada e multicultural.
The Role of Employees’ Attitude Towards Quality Improvement Through the Mediating Effect of Leadership
Authors: Alhammadi Abdulaziz
Published: January 2024

Purpose: This study investigates the intricate relationships among employee attitude, leadership, and quality improvement within organizational contexts. Leveraging a robust analytical framework, the research examines the mediating effect of leadership between employee attitudes and quality improvement.
 
Theoretical reference: The resource-based view serves as a managerial framework employed to identify the strategic resources that a company can leverage to attain a lasting competitive advantage.
 
Methods: Applying a cross-sectional survey methodology, structured questionnaires were distributed to employees within the private sector of Saudi Arabia. The data analysis was conducted utilizing the PLS-based structural equation modeling method.
 
Results and conclusion: The findings affirm the hypothesis that positive employee attitudes significantly shape effective leadership. Moreover, the study illuminates the influential role of employee attitudes in steering quality improvement initiatives. The interconnectedness of these constructs underscores the importance of cultivating a positive workplace culture to foster both effective leadership and continuous quality enhancement.
 
Implications of research: This study contributes valuable insights to the understanding of organizational dynamics, emphasizing the pivotal role of positive employee attitudes in shaping effective leadership and driving quality improvement efforts. Practical implications extend to human resource management, leadership development, and organizational policy formulation.
 
Originality/value: The study offers actionable insights for creating a workplace environment conducive to organizational excellence.
The Potential and Opportunity to Establish a Community Market for Sustainability Development
Authors: Theerabunchorn Thamonwan , Janjamsai Monton , Saengsri Surangrad , Rojanasiri Panwadee
Published: January 2024

Objectives: This research article aims to analyze the factors which are necessary to establish a riverside retail market in the communities in terms of potential and opportunities. The study has conduct in the community along Lat Phrao Canal of Bangkok Thailand. Finding will make an aware of the factors affecting the establishment of a community market which bring sustainability to the member of the community because this is beneficial in creating the potential to attract people to shop and travel while reflecting the identity and generating income for the community.

 

Methods: The research tools include an interview form with a sample group representing 5 areas, 8 samples per area, using content analysis and a survey with a sample group of 400 consumers using descriptive statistical analysis. Then the qualitative and quantitative data were analyzed with SWOT analysis.

 

Results: The research results found that factors that should be present in establishing a market with potential and having the opportunity to attract customers consist of 11 factors including a savory shop, sweet shop, fruit shop, beverage shop, consumer goods shop transportation services, procedures and tour services, entertainment and performing arts services, travel and activity services, facilities and location.
Analysis of State Civil Apparatus Understanding of Zakat as a Deduction for Taxable Income
Authors: Handayani Desi , Ananto Rangga Putra , Qodri Chelvin
Published: January 2024

There are still many people who do not know the role and position of zakat in income tax, that zakat can actually reduce taxable income provided that payments are made to zakat recipient institutions that have been determined and authorized by the government as stipulated in Government Regulation Number 60 of 2010. This study aims to determine how State Civil Apparatus (ASN) lecturers in the Politeknik Negeri Padang (PNP) understand zakat as a reduction in taxable income. The research method used is a survey with a qualitative approach. The population in this study were ASN lecturers at PNP. The sampling technique was carried out using the quota sampling method with 83 respondents. The data collection in this study was to conduct open interviews directly to ASN lecturers at PNP. The data was processed with a qualitative descriptive approach. The results showed that the majority of respondents did not know and understand about zakat as a deduction for taxable income and most respondents paid zakat not to official state institutions. It is hoped that the results of this study can be used by respondents in managing their zakat and taxes, and for policy makers to consider zakat not only as a deduction from taxable income but as a deduction from gross income in the calculation of personal tax and socialize the regulations that have been set.
A Study on the Types of Individual Religious Latent Profiles and Predictors of The Deaths of Despair
Authors:   Theological Research Institute of Sahmyook University, Yoon Jiyeon , Kwon Jin , Min Hyeyoung
Published: January 2024

This study reinterprets the deaths of Nadab and Abihu in Leviticus 10 within the context of the narrative of Leviticus 8-10. In Leviticus 8-9, the mediators serve as a connection between God and the priests and between God and the people. The requirement of the mediators is that they perform their work “as the LORD has commanded.” The text emphasizes it by repeatedly stating that each of the mediators’ actions was “as the LORD had commanded.” (8:9, 13, 17, 21, 29, 36; 9:6, 10, 21) However, there are two people who did something that “he had not commanded them”: Nadab and Abihu. Their judgment was the result of their disobedience to LORD's command, which disqualified them as mediators. Thus, through immediate judgment, God prevented them from participating in the second phase of the eighth-day sacrifice, the sacrifice for the people.
The Limits of Ontological Veganism and the Political Implications of Contextual Veganism
Authors:   Theological Research Institute of Sahmyook University, Hwang Joo Young
Published: January 2024

This article explores a political framework within ecofeminism that aims to eradicate exploitation and violence against animals. Adams critiques carnivorous cultures in terms of the intersectionality between speciesism and patriarchy, arguing that veganism is a feminist practice. Adams' argument was criticized for failing to consider physiological, economic, and cultural differences by universalizing veganism as an ethical norm. In particular, Plumwood labelled Adams' position as ontological veganism, criticizing it for being incompatible with feminism and ecology because it presupposes a dualistic perspective. Instead, Plumwood proposed contextual veganism, grounded in embodiment and reciprocity. Plumwood's framework dismantled the dualistic master identity, focusing on practices centered on capitalism, which is most responsible for animal abuse and exploitation, and on the politics of solidarity among marginalized others. This model integrates veganism into ecofeminism as a politically radical and collective form of ecological action.
Christians’ Intrinsic Religiosity and Happiness - A Multiple Mediating Effect of Grateful Disposition, Commitment, and Religious Well-being -
Authors:   Theological Research Institute of Sahmyook University, Suh Kyung Hyun
Published: January 2024

This study aimed to identify the relationship between Christians’ intrinsic religiosity and happiness and examine the multiple mediating effects of grateful disposition, commitment, and religious wellbeing on this relationship. The participants were 312 Christian Koreans (151 men and 161 women) with ages ranging from 20 to 69 years. PROCESS Macro 3.5 Model 4 was used to analyze the multiple mediating effects. Correlation analysis revealed positive correlations between intrinsic religiosity, grateful disposition, commitment, religious wellbeing, and happiness. In a multiple regression model for Christians’ happiness, intrinsic religiosity, grateful disposition, commitment, and religious wellbeing were significant predictors, and these four variables accounted for 56.3% of variance in happiness. In the stepwise regression
model, religious wellbeing was the most important determinant of Christians’ happiness. In the multiple mediating model, all indirect pathways through grateful disposition, commitment, and religious wellbeing were significant. In this model, the direct pathway from intrinsic religiosity to happiness was negative. These findings suggest that Christians' intrinsic religiosity negatively influences happiness, but not through these three variables.
Peak Cardiorespiratory Performance can be Achieved during a Maximal 60-sec Effort as Compared to Traditional Exercise Tests in Healthy Individuals
Authors: Perrotta Andrew S. , Herzog Rona , Held Nicholas , Gnatiuk Elizabeth
Published: January 2024

Background: This study compared peak cardiorespiratory performance when performing either a 1-min or 3-min stage graded maximal exercise test (GXT) to a 60-sec Wingate test (WGT). Materials and Methods: healthy college students were randomly assigned to perform either a 1-min stage or a 3-min stage GXT before completing a 60-sec WGT within 21-days. Results: Differences (%) in VO2 peak (Lmin-1) were insignificant between the WGT and both the 1-min protocol (-0.61%, ES = -0.03, p = 0.80) and the 3-min protocol (0.85%, ES = 0.04, p = 0.65). Bland–Altman analysis revealed a mean bias (SD) in VO2 peak of -0.02 0.25 between the 1-min GXT and WGT, and a mean bias of 0.03 0.20 between the 3-min GXT and WGT. There were no significant differences in minute ventilation (Lmin-1) between the WGT and both the 1-min (-2.10%, p = 0.73) and 3-min protocols (-7.91%, p = 0.10). A similar O2 pulse (mL·beat) was observed between the WGT and both the 1-min protocol (-1.73%, p = 0.44), and 3-min protocol (0.00%, p = 0.97). Max heart rate (bpm) was comparable between the WGT and both the 1-min (1.00%, p = 0.52) and 3-min protocol (1.01%, p = 0.53). A significant reduction in the respiratory exchange ratio was observed in both the 1-min (-11.00%, p = 0.008) and 3-min (-22.70%, p = 0.0002) protocol compared to the WGT. Conclusion: This study suggests peak cardiorespiratory performance can be achieved using a brief, 60-sec maximal effort, as compared to traditional graded exercise tests in health individuals.
Tool for supporting the migration of organizational information systems to „Zero Trust Architecture”
Authors: Buras Weronika
Published: January 2024

The paper presents basic information on the „Zero Trust Architecture” concept and a project involving a tool designed to support the migration of information systems to this architecture. Initially, the Zero Trust concept is briefly described, followed by the presentation of steps based on NSC 800-207 necessary for migrating information systems to this architecture. Subsequently, the procedure for practically using this list is outlined. Finally, the implementation of this procedure into a migration support tool is described.
Enfermedad Renal Crónica como primera manifestación de Mieloma Múltiple a propósito de un caso
Authors: Lituma-Jumbo Rosalina de Lourdes , Criollo-Ulloa Edgar Patricio , López-Galarza Tatiana Elizabeth
Published: January 2024

El Mieloma Múltiple (MM) es una neoplasia de la  médula ósea  que involucra a las células B y se caracteriza por una proliferación acelerada de células plasmáticas atípicas que producen una paraproteina monoclonal  (IgA o IgG) conocida como proteína M (PM),  y   cadenas ligeras libres de inmunoglobulinas (CLL) Kappa y lambda  que se detectan en sangre y orina, a quienes se atribuye son causantes del daño renal, su sintomatología está  relacionada con la infiltración de las mismas en hueso u otros órganos o al daño producido por el exceso de cadenas ligeras,  las mismas que se engloban en el acrónimo CRAB. (Calcio, renal, anemia, Bone) además de síntomas relacionados a la carga tumoral. Una complicación común del MM y que se asocia con mayor mortalidad es la enfermedad renal aguda o crónica, la misma que se presenta hasta en el 50% de pacientes  al momento del diagnóstico  considerándose como la primera manifestación de esta neoplasia, pero también puede presentarse en el transcurso de la misma. Presentamos el caso de un paciente con antecedentes de enfermedad renal crónica  de dos años de evolución acompañada de anemia que no se correlaciona con el grado de enfermedad renal y que no responde al tratamiento con agentes estimulantes de la eritropoyesis,  asociado a una disproteinemia, llegando al diagnóstico de  MM por biopsia de médula ósea, en quien se inició tratamiento con Bortezomib – talidomida - dexametasona logrando una remisión completa,  al momento en espera de trasplante de médula ósea.
Andamios en Endodoncia Regenerativa: Un Análisis de las Tendencias, Desafíos y Futuras Direcciones.
Authors: Vallejo-Freire Lissette Samantha
Published: January 2024

Esta revisión destaca la importancia de equilibrar la ingeniería de tejidos con las demandas biológicas en la endodoncia regenerativa. Se prefiere el uso de coágulos sanguíneos y concentrados de plaquetas como andamios. La variabilidad en los resultados resalta la necesidad de enfoques personalizados. Aunque se han logrado avances notables, la falta de un andamio ideal subraya la complejidad y la necesidad de investigaciones futuras. La inclusión de estudios clínicos y metaanálisis proporciona una visión completa, pero se destaca la importancia de investigaciones más rigurosas para fortalecer la evidencia científica.

La endodoncia regenerativa busca preservar la función dental mediante la revitalización pulpar. La ingeniería de tejidos, con células mesenquimáticas, factores de crecimiento y andamios, es crucial. Estos andamios, ya sean porosos o acelulares, pueden prepararse con polímeros, materiales naturales o matriz extracelular. El diseño cuidadoso del andamiaje es crucial para la adhesión, migración y diferenciación celular.

La revisión de la literatura analiza tendencias, desafíos y avances en andamios de endodoncia regenerativa. Se realizaron búsquedas en PubMed, identificando 487 artículos, de los cuales 11 fueron revisados detalladamente.

Los resultados destacan tendencias en el uso de andamios naturales como coágulos sanguíneos y concentrados de plaquetas, así como avances con biocerámicos y polímeros sintéticos. La revisión discute investigaciones clínicas, metaanálisis y estudios prospectivos que evalúan la eficacia de diversos andamios en la regeneración dentino-pulpar.

La conclusión resalta la importancia de los coágulos sanguíneos y andamios basados en plasma sanguíneo en endodoncia regenerativa, aunque señala la necesidad de más investigaciones para consolidar estos avances prometedores en el campo.
Serogroup detection, antibiotic resistance patterns and virulence gene profile of Escherichia coli isolated from diarrheic sheep
Authors: GAZAL SABAHAT , TAKU A K , BHAT M A , KUMAR BABLU , BADROO G A
Published: January 2024

Escherichia coli isolates (115) were obtained from faecal samples collected from diarrheic sheep in Jammu, J&K. All the isolates were subjected to virulence characterization by multiplex PCR using primers for stx1, stx2, eae and ehxA genes. A total of 19 (16.5%) isolates were found to harbour toxic genes, out of which 12 isolates carried stx1, 3 carried eae whereas 3 were detected positive for both stx1 and exhA genes. Only 1 of these 19 isolates was found to carry 3 genes (stx1, stx2 and eae). Upon serogrouping of all the isolates O69 was found to be the predominant serogroup (present in 30 of 115 isolates). In this study 12 serogroups were found. In vitro sensitivity test was also carried out to determine antibiotic resistance patterns of the isolates to various drugs. Maximum resistance was noted against antibiotics like polymixin and nitrofurantoin (38.46%) whereas maximum sensitivity was noted to chloramphenicol, ciprofloxacin and gentamicin (92%). Thus, these drugs can be recommended to treat diarrhoea in ovines.
Immunomodulatory and antioxidant potential of Asparagus racemosus Wild and Terminalia chebula Retz and their corresponding homeopathic mother tincture against canine demodicosis
Authors: SARKAR TARUN KUMAR , DIMRI UMESH , SHARMA MAHESH CHANDRA
Published: January 2024

A study was conducted to carry out the immunomodulatory and antioxidant potential of Asparagus racemosus and Terminalia chebula extracts and their corresponding homeopathic mother tincture (MT) on clinical cases of canine demodicosis. Alopecia, erythema, pustule/papules/vesicles, scale/excoriation/crust, hyperkeratinization and general appearance were the clinical manifestations of scoring demodicosed canine. The mean clinical scores were significantly higher in demodicosed canine than healthy dogs. The oral Asparagus racemosus extract or its homeopathy MT, in combination with amitraz dipping responded better in respect with the cellular and humoral immunities in demodicosed canine as compared with only amitraz dipping. In demodicosed canine there was increase in the level of lipid peroxidation in terms of malondialdehyde and the activity of superoxide dismutase and decrease in the activities of catalase and reduced glutathione in erythrocytes. The oral Terminalia chebula extract along with amitraz dipping exhibited maximum antioxidant activity in terms of reduced level of lipid peroxidation and activity of superoxide dismutase and increase activities of catalase and reduced glutathione in erythrocyte as compared with the decreasing orders of antioxidant activities of Asparagus racemosus extract, homeopathy Terminalia chebula MT and homeopathy Asparagus racemosus MT. In conclusion, demodicosis produced immunosuppression and oxidative stress in canine and for the treatment, amitraz dipping in combination with oral Asparagus racemosus extract responded better recovery.
Electrophoretic profile of bull sperm membrane proteins as a tool for selection of breeding bull
Authors: KARUNAKARAN M , DEVANATHAN T G , JAWAHAR TILAK PON , MANIMARAN K , CHITRA ANAND , DHALI A , SELVARAJU S
Published: January 2024

Proteins present in the seminal plasma and sperm influence sperm function and fertilization. The present study was carried out to characterize the electrophoretic profile of bull sperm membrane proteins and to correlate with bull fertility. Semen samples were collected from 20 breeding bulls (10 Jersey and 10 Jersey crossbred) and the sperm membrane proteins were extracted by Triton X. Heparin binding proteins were eluted with heparin column, and the molecular weight of the proteins was assessed by discontinuous sodium dodecyl sulphate polyacrylamide gel elecrophoresis (SDS- PAGE). To assess the field fertility of the bulls, 50 frozen semen straws/bull were used for insemination. Results indicated that only 50 % of the bulls screened had 28– 30 kDa heparin binding proteins in their sperm and these bulls had 12 % higher conception than the bulls lack the protein. So, it can be concluded that the bulls positive for of 28– 30 kDa heparin binding proteins in sperm membrane protein had higher chance of fertility and screening for its presence can be used as a tool in addition to routine criteria for selecting bulls.
Effect of platelet activating factor (PAF) on protein tyrosine phosphorylation during acrosome reaction of buffalo spermatozoa
Authors: GARG MONIKA , VEDANTAM SIVARAM , MOHANARAO G JAGAN , ATREJA S K
Published: January 2024

Ejaculated spermatozoa must undergo 2 important preparatory changes namely capacitation and acrosome reaction to be able to fertilize an egg. Among the biochemical changes that take place during capacitation and acrosome reaction, protein tyrosine phosphorylation has been considered as an important event associated with different sperm functions. PAF (1-O-alkyl-2-acetyl-sn-glycero-3-phophocholine), a potent signaling phospholipid, also regulates different sperm maturational processes. This study was undertaken to determine the effect of different concentrations of PAF as well as its incubation time on protein tyrosine phosphorylation during acrosome reaction of buffalo spermatozoa. Number of protein substrates were tyrosine phosphorylated and their degree of phosphorylation increased with increase in concentrations of PAF. However at higher concentrations of PAF (500 nM) a significant decrease in the extent of tyrosine phosphorylation was observed with respect to 20, 25 and 40 kDa proteins. It was also observed that with the increase in PAF incubation time the degree of protein tyrosine phosphorylation increased during acrosome reaction of buffalo spermatozoa. In conclusion, the effect of PAF on the extent of tyrosine phosphorylation of sperm proteins appeared to be dose related and time dependent and this compound can be utilized for the induction of acrosome reaction in buffalo spermatozoa.
Effect of different activation protocol on generation of parthenogenetic embryos in caprine
Authors: PANKAJ R S , SATISHA K B , VENKATESH V , GUPTA R , KUMAR K , DAS B C , MAJUMDAR A C , BAG S , RANJAN R
Published: January 2024

The present study was carried out to compare the different activation protocol for generation of parthenogenetic embryos in caprine. For parthenogenetic embryo production, 6 activation protocols, viz. 7% ethanol in modified synthetic oviductal fluid (mSOF) for 5 min (P-1), 5µM ionomycin in mSOF for 5 min (P-II), 27 h maturation in maturation media containing 10 and 20 µg/ml cytochalacin B (CCB) followed by activation with (a) 7% ethanol in mSOF for 5 min (P-III, P-IV), or (b) 5µM ionomycin in mSOF for 5 min (P-V and P-VI). All these treatments were followed by 4 h incubation with 2mM 6-dimethylaminopurine (6-DMAP) in mSOF. The activated oocytes were further cultured in mSOF for embryo development. The cleavage rate was higher when oocytes were activated by ionomycin than ethanol but further embryo development was better in ethanol activated oocytes. When oocytes were matured in presence of CCB followed by ionomycin or ethanol activation, the cleavage rate and embryo development did not change significantly and was almost similar to when oocytes were activated simply by ethanol or ionomycin. The study indicated that ethanol and ionomycin alone or even in combination with cytochalacin B induced activation and parthenogenetic development of in vitro matured caprine oocytes.
Is there still a place for fenofibrate-statin combination therapy?
Authors: Farnier Michel , Vrablik Michal , Catapano Alberico L.
Published: January 2024

Although low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) is the main target for the prevention of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), hypertriglyceridaemia (HTG), a common condition characterised by elevated blood triglyceride (TG) levels, contributes to residual cardiovascular risk independently of LDL-C levels. Elevated TG levels are a feature of atherogenic dyslipidaemia, which also includes low HDL-C levels and high levels of atherogenic small, dense LDL, together with accumulation of atherogenic remnant particles. Treatment of HTG includes lifestyle interventions, but these are not always sufficient to significantly reduce TG levels in people at high cardiovascular risk. Current guidelines for the treatment of dyslipidaemias recommend the use of statins as the first choice in people with HTG (TG >200 mg/dL) and high CV risk, and consideration of the use of specific TG-lowering drugs, such as fenofibrate, bezafibrate or icosapent ethyl if HTG persists. Fenofibrate acts by activating the peroxisome proliferator receptor alpha (PPARα), a nuclear receptor that plays an important role in lipid and lipoprotein metabolism, glucose homeostasis and inflammation. Several clinical trials have shown that fibrates may reduce the incidence of major cardiovascular events only in patients with high TG levels and low HDL-C levels, a finding that was also observed with fenofibrate in combination with a statin compared to statin therapy alone. The recent failure of the PROMINENT trial with pemafibrate in combination with a statin highlighted the notion that treatment with fibrates provides a clinical benefit only if they lower apoB levels.
Preserving Cultural Identity of Angklung Paglak through Visual Identity-based Approach
Authors: Zihana Zzyafra Iomaski , Chaysalina Inne
Published: January 2024

Angklung Paglak, a traditional musical instrument rooted in the rich cultural heritage of Kemiren Village, Banyuwangi, East Java, Indonesia, has played a pivotal role in entertaining farmers and expressing gratitude during the Great Harvest ceremonies. However, with the gradual decline of traditional harvest practices and the advent of modernization, the once vibrant Angklung Paglak tradition faces the risk of extinction. This study used the endogenous development theory to investigate the historical existence of Angklung Paglak and its evolution under the influence of tourism, emphasizing the structure of awareness, social relations, and practical techniques. In summary, by employing an ethnographic approach, the research involved real-world observations and interactions with local participants for one year to gain first-hand insight into the complex interplay between Angklung Paglak as a cultural asset and tourist attraction. The envisioned visual identity plays a significant role in fostering cultural continuity and unity, thus revitalizing and preserving Angklung Paglak’s significance within the community’s collective memory.
Getting into the Race
Authors: Kaliss Gregory J.
Published: January 2024

This chapter analyzes women distance runners’ efforts to break through sex-based restrictions. Rising to fame in the early 1960s, black sprinters such as Wilma Rudolph paved the way for white women runners to challenge the limitations on competitive distance running. Public reactions to Bobbi Gibb and Kathrine Switzer, who each competed in the Boston Marathon in the late 1960s despite race rules prohibiting women runners, exposed a wide range of responses to second-wave feminism and women’s liberation. In the wake of their breakthrough, mainstream women’s magazines gradually expanded coverage of women’s sports, including the passage of Title IX in 1972. The tenor of that coverage, though, revealed the tenacity of traditional gender norms and the ongoing sexualization of women athletes.