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Screening of marcescin producing isolates from Serratia marcescens
Authors: Ali Zainab 
Published: November 2024

The current study intends to investigate the production of bacteriocin from S. marcescens, a Gram-negative bacterium, is a human pathogen and the reason why hospital medical equipment becomes contaminated. Various samples from patients about 220 samples which include blood,urine,abscess and sputum, twenty -three isolates of S.marcescens was performed as per standard laboratory procedure and confirmed by using VITEK-2 systems. The isolates of S.marcescens which produced marcescin detected by four methods : spot –on-the –lawn method , Cup-assay method ,Well-diffusion method and Agar cross streaking assay , the production of bacteriocin was produced by adding mitomycin-c to the bacterial broth to increase the amount of bacteriocin.
Fall risk-increasing drugs and associated health outcomes among community-dwelling older patients: A cross-sectional study in Croatian cohort of the EuroAgeism H2020 project
Authors: Paar Elizabeta , De Lai Eleonora , Držaić Margita , Kummer Ingrid , Bužančić Iva , Hadžiabdić Maja Ortner , Brkic Jovana , Fialová Daniela 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
Our study aimed to assess the prevalence of fall risk-increasing drugs (FRIDs) in a sample of community-residing older patients in Croatia and its association with negative health outcomes. An observational, cross-sectional study was conducted on older patients (65+) visiting community pharmacies in three regionally different study sites in Croatia. Data were collected using a questionnaire developed for that purpose and included components of comprehensive geriatric assessment. Prevalence of FRIDs was identified using the “Screening Tool of Older Persons Prescriptions in older adults with high fall risk” (STOPPFall). In the sample of 407 participants (median age 73 (IQR 69–70) years; 63.9 % females), 79.1 % used at least one FRID. The most common drug classes were diuretics, benzodiazepines, and opioids (in 51.1 %, 38.1 %, and 17.2 % participants, respectively). More FRIDs were prescribed to the oldest old patients (85+) and participants from poorer regions of Croatia (Slavonia) (p < 0.05). Exposition to FRIDs was identified as the significant risk factor associated with falls (OR = 1.24 (1.04–1.50); p = 0.020) and higher health-care utilization (OR = 1.29 (1.10–1.51); p = 0.001). Our study highlights the need for rationalization of FRID use. To reduce the unnecessary exposure to FRIDs in older adults, health-care professionals must consider high individualization of medication schemes regarding selection, dosing, and combinations of only necessary FRIDs.
Importance of Inflammatory Markers in the Evolution of Parkinson Disease Patients with Device Aided Therapies (Mini-Series of Cases)
Authors: Tase Cristina Ramona , Axelerad Any , Suceveanu Andra-Iulia 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
Parkinson disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative movement disorder. Beginning with Braak’s theory that hypothesized a connection between gut, inflammation, and substantia nigra degeneration, many studies were made to put a link between inflammatory bowel disease and P D. We studied several patients with advanced PD, submitted in our Neurology Center, between July and September 2022 for initiation of device aided therapy with intestinal gel that fulfilled the admission criteria. We took under consideration the demographic data, UPDRS motor part III, ADL and IADL scales at day 1, after discharge and after 3 months. We provided biological analysis for D-Dimers, Fibrinogen, C Reactive Protein, ESR, and we compared the values from the 1st day of hospitalization and after 3 months; fecal samples were collected to evaluate the presence and the levels of fecal calprotectin (FC). In more than 60% of the cases, fecal calprotectin was higher than 100 ug/g (5 times normal), 80% more than 400, 20% more than 1000 ug/g, associating with modified inflammatory marks and clinical evaluation scores with no significant improvement in motor abilities in 3 months after discharge. In only 2 cases where calprotectin was below 22, there was a positive evolution in UPDRS motor part III score from 52 to 36 and from 29 to 21(from day 1 and after 3 months), alongside with 2 points in ADL, IADL scales. Inflammation biomarkers and fecal calprotectin in high ranges seem to associate difficulties in obtaining a good therapeutical response in advanced PD stages.
A Sustainable Approach to Teacher Professional Development on Self-Regulated Learning (SRL) Implementation
Authors: Taranto Daniella 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
Self-Regulated Learning (SRL) is widely acknowledged as essential for educational achievement and fostering continuous learning skills (Taranto & Buchanan, 2020). As a result, there has been a marked escalation in embedding SRL criteria within academic curriculums, including primary education (De Smul et al., 2020; Heirweg et al., 2021). However, implementing SRL poses a significant challenge for educators, as it requires them to focus not just on delivering content but also on guiding students through the process of strategic learning. Teachers require specialised knowledge and expertise in effectively teaching SRL (De Smul et al.,2019). Understanding how to offer teachers support for effectively implementing SRL into classroom settings represents a vital area for future research (Dignath, 2021; Greene, 2021; Karlen et al., 2020). To this end, the current study investigated teachers’ understanding of acquiring professional expertise in implementing SRL within Grades 5 and 6 classrooms. The research was conducted in a Catholic primary school in Victoria, Australia, employing a comprehensive SRL approach to teaching and learning practices. To gather insights from the participants, unstructured interviews were conducted. The methodology of Classic Grounded Theory (Glaser & Strauss in 1967) was applied to identify, conceptualise, and examine the participating teachers’ perspectives. This study demonstrated the preference among teachers towards a multifaceted approach to SRL-focused professional development (PD) for enhancing critical aspects of teacher knowledge they deemed vital for SRL implementation. Furthermore, the findings emphasised the significance of teachers participating in training sessions to enhance their SRL content knowledge, team teaching opportunities centred on SRL pedagogical content knowledge and teacher coaching that emphasised teachers’ experiences with practising SRL. The research underscored professional expertise in SRL implementation as an incremental process of cultivating specific areas of professional knowledge that relied on diverse approaches to PD and required a sustained approach.
The Linking of the Fama French Five Factor and Environmental Performance on Market Value
Authors: Siagian Pariang 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
The pharmaceutical industries are crucial for the nation’s health and economy; therefore, their performance must be maintained. When they obtain the more successful performance indicators that can sway investors to raise their confidence as well as market value. This study aims to examine the effect of the Fama-French five factors and environmental performance on share returns. This was conducted on pharmaceutical industries listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange, and all data was obtained from annual-quarterly reports in the period 2017–2023. A total of 196 panel data observations have been conducted, and the analysis technique has employed quantitative approaches, notably autoregressive distributed lag analysis, of time series data. The results showed that market risk premium (MRP), firm size (SMB), profitability (RMW), and environment performance (EP) have a significant impact on share returns (SR), while firm size (SMB) and book value to equity (CMA) have not been significant statistically. The study is important for a variety of stakeholders, including managers, investors, and policymakers, who are interested in resolving the financial and environmental performance of pharmaceutical companies and preserving market prices by establishing mitigation strategies related to the specific factors. However, this study has limited relevance to the presence of F-F five factors and environmental performance that cannot maximally encourage the disclosure of market value.
With Job Satisfaction or Not? The Role of Job Satisfaction in the Relationship Between Training and Rewards on Employee Productivity
Authors: Ariani Misna , Tamara Dwinda , Malik Adera Rosviliana , Darma Dio Caisar 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
With a harmonious pattern between the workforce and the company, job satisfaction will result. East Kalimantan is very popular for its abundant natural resources, including mining. Referring to the terminology above, this paper focuses on the causality between training and rewards on employee productivity by involving job satisfaction as a mediator. The focus of this paper is one of the largest companies operating in the mining sector located in the Balikapan area. The assessment was carried out by distributing an open questionnaire to 346 employees who worked at the company. The quantitative approach is implemented in Smart-PLS, where the output is two schemes (outer model and inner model). In general, the statistic analysis finds that training and rewards have direct implications for employee job satisfaction and productivity. At the same time, job satisfaction does not have direct implications for employee productivity. Unfortunately, job satisfaction is unable to mediate the relationship between training and rewards on employee productivity. In essence, although training and rewards function in stimulating job satisfaction and employee productivity, they have not been proven optimal in encouraging employee productivity which is mediated by job satisfaction. Therefore, companies need to prioritize job satisfaction with more comprehensive proportions.
The Impact of the Circular Economy on Mitigating the Consequences of Climate Change in the Regions of Ukraine
Authors: Kobylynska Tetiana , Hrynchak Nataliia , Motuzka Olena 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
Climate change and its impact on the economic and social welfare is a vitally important problem explored everywhere in the modern world. The objective of this research is to determine a correlation between the amount of carbon dioxide emissions in Ukrainian regions and their economic and demographic indicators: gross regional product, turnover of business entities and population density. The study is focused on CO2 emissions from stationary pollution source. The article provides evidence-based arguments that circular economy is the model integrating two central objectives: economic growth and mitigation of effects from climate change. The study revealed a strong correlation between the implementation of circular economy practices and objectives of Sustained Development Goas, in particular with respect to minimization of СО2 emissions. A statistical analysis of the relationship between СО2 emissions and gross regional product (GRP), turnover of business entities and population density at the level of Ukrainian regions was made. It was revealed that all the Ukrainian regions with high rates of per capita GRP growth there is no tendency to increase CO2 emissions. This complies with circular economy priorities: minimization of resource extraction through processing and re-production. The regions with a higher population density were revealed to have lower СО2 emissions, which can be attributed to the fact that a higher population density often entails a more compact urban habitat. The regions with the largest turnover of business entities include regions with their highest population density. Economically developed regions often push technological innovations with breakthrough effects for energy technologies, transport and industrial processes, which help reduce CO2 emissions.
Fostering factors for perspective taking in students on the Zurich clinical interprofessional training ward ZIPAS®. First Results of the Evaluation / Fördernde Faktoren für die Perspektivenübernahme bei Studierenden auf der Zürcher klinischen interprofessionellen Ausbildungsstation ZIPAS®. Erste Ergebnisse der Evaluation
Authors: Moira Trüb , Anja Kucera , Patricia Schwärzler , Matthew Kerry-Krause , David Stamm , Marion Huber 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
Interprofessional collaboration (IPC) is important for shaping healthcare to meet the increasing demands of the health care system. Interprofessional (IP) training approaches are increasingly being pursued in the education of healthcare professionals (HCPs). The Zurich interprofessional clinical training ward (ZIPAS®) is implementing this approach in HCP’s education. This study is part of the evaluation and explores fostering factors for perspective taking among students during ZIPAS®-internships.
84 HCP-students who participated in the ZIPAS®-program between 2018 and 2022 took part in this study. Semi-structured focus group interviews with the students and their facilitators were conducted and analyzed thematically. This study focuses on the category “benefits” and its subcode “perspective taking”.
In the coding of perspective taking, getting to know the competences of others was mentioned the most by students, followed by work shadowing and understanding others. This was promoted through willingness to learn, communication, openness of the students, and spatial proximity.
ZIPAS® created a safe space for students to learn IPC. A shared office is a strong fostering factor of perspective taking and IP information sharing. Positive expectations promote perspective taking and therefore are a learning benefit. The ZIPAS®-program provides learners with valuable experiences and enhances interprofessionality. IP clinical education in real settings should become an educational standard for HCP-students.
Value Added Tax Collection Efficiency and Economic Activity
Authors: Liko Elida 
Published: November 2024

Objective: Revenue enhancement through improving the tax efficiency generates more income for the government without increasing the tax burden, and sustain economic growth. The objective of this study is to investigate the relationship between value added tax collection efficiency and growth.

Theoretical Framework: Endogenous economic growth model allows for investigating the effects of fiscal policy on growth. In tax literature, indirect taxes are considered close to growth because they do not discourage saving and investment. The study decomposes the VAT revenues and use the VAT C efficiency to estimate the impact on growth.

Method: The methodology adopted for this research is based on structural vector autoregressive SVAR. SVAR allows us to impose structural restrictions according to economic theory and to analyze the impact that an individual shock has on other variables included in the model.

Results and Discussion: The study found that value added C -efficiency has a small and positive impact on growth, only in the short term. The maximum effect is in the third quarter, when one percentage point improvement in collection efficiency, increase the real per capita GDP, about 0.3 percent. Further improvements in collection efficiency are needed to generate more tax revenues and sustain growth. The study also found that total tax to GDP has a positive impact on growth, that is significant only in the short time. Government expenses have supported economic growth. An increase in government expenses as a percentage of GDP, is followed by an improvement in real per capita GDP with about 1.05 percent, average impact.

Research Implications: The present research uses four fiscal variables, and only inflation rate based on GDP deflator as a control variable. Further research could be extended by including other control variables.

Originality/Value: This study contributes to the tax literature in developing countries by estimating the impact of VAT on growth using C -efficiency ratio.
Balancing Retention: the Role of Co-Worker’s Relationship and Professional Development in Shaping Job Satisfaction Among Young Workers in Medellín
Authors: Cortés Alejandro Silva , Casadiego-Alzate Rodolfo , Enciso Eliana María Villa , Gómez Luisa Fernada López 
Published: November 2024

Purpose: Job satisfaction among young employees is crucial for organizations, as it positively influences productivity and well-being. This study explores the factors associated with job satisfaction among employees aged 20 to 30 in organizations in Medellín-Colombia.

Design/methodology/approach: Data was collected from 400 young employees across various organizations in Medellín, a pilot test ensured the reliability of the instrument using Cronbach’s Alpha. A CUB model was used to identify key factors affecting job satisfaction.

Findings: Professional development (PD) and workload (WL) appeared as significant factors influencing both job satisfaction and the intention to stay, while Leadership quality persepction of superiors (LQ) lacked individual statistical significance, they contributed to the overall model's significance.

Practical implications: Organizations should foster professional development and manage workloads effectively to reduce turnover among employees aged 20 to 30.

Originality/value: Although job satisfaction has been widely studied, little attention has been given to young employees. This research bridges that gap by analyzing the social-psychological factors influencing their job satisfaction and intention to stay, offering insights for HR managers and organizational leaders.
Sex Workers’ Psychodynamics of Work
Authors: Sousa Juliana Carvalho de , Oliveira Agostinha Mafalda Barra de , Lima Lia Rodrigues Lessa de , Vale Aline Francilurdes Nery do 
Published: November 2024

Objective: The research aims to analyze the contextual dimensions that permeate the experiences of sex workers in nightclubs through the lens of Psychodynamics of Work.

Theoretical Framework: The choice of the Psychodynamics of Work aims to expand its application field by providing new insights into the relationship between the work context of sex workers and their health and/or illness perspectives. This approach views work as a central element in human life, recognizing its constitutive role in the identity of individuals, with a significant influence on their subjectivity.

Method: This is a descriptive and qualitative research, the semi-structured interview was the chosen tool for data collection. The research field was the work context of female workers in nightclubs. The data were analyzed using Bardin’s Content Analysis, with a specific focus on the enunciation analysis technique.

Results and Discussion: The results indicate variations in the quality of working conditions, work organization, and social relations within the work context of sex workers in nightclubs.

Research Implications: It is crucial to address these issues and give visibility to this work context, promoting a better understanding of the experiences surrounding this labor activity.

Originality/Value: This study also reinforces the connection between Business Administration and studies on human-work relationship in non-traditional sectors, demonstrating the potential of administrative science to broadly address issues of objectivity and subjectivity in work.
Evaluation of Water and Air Fluxes in Mixtures of Soil and Organic Compound for Oxidative Covering Layers
Authors: Almeida Alice Jadneiza Guilherme de Albuquerque , Lira Bruna Silveira , Gomes Guilherme José Correia , Jucá José Fernando Thomé , Mariano Maria Odete Holanda , Motta Sobrinho Maurício Alves da 
Published: November 2024

Objective: The aim of this study is to assess the air and water permeability of soil mixtures with organic compost in different proportions in order to determine the gas and liquid fluxes for use in landfill cover layers.

Method: The methodology adopted for this study includes laboratory tests to characterize the materials and the use of the flexible wall permeameter model Tri-flex 2 from Soil Test – ELE to determine the air and water permeability of the materials. Mixtures in proportions of 2:1 (soil:compost) and 1:1 (soil:compost) were used as materials for the oxidative covering layer.

Results and Discussion: Based on the results obtained, it is possible to conclude that the mixtures present permeabilities to air and water in accordance with the standards indicated by USEPA (2003) for covering layers in sanitary landfills, thus ensuring that there is no excess percolation of water from rain, as well as the emission of polluting gases into the atmosphere.

Research Implications: The studied material is potentially suitable for use in oxidative cover layers for sanitary landfills, proving to be a viable alternative for implementation in smaller municipalities with less purchasing power, reducing the need to use clay materials, without detriment to the operational efficiency of the landfill.

Originality/Value: One of the difficulties faced by municipalities in using sanitary landfills is the search for suitable materials, especially in municipalities with lower purchasing power or located in arid regions, where the use of conventional layers presents problems, with drying out and opening of fissures. The relevance and value of this research are evidenced by the feasibility of combining clay soils with organic compost to create oxidative cover layers, reducing the pollutant load of organic waste.
Sustainable Pathways in Education: a Journey Towards the Integration of Environmental Education Into Pedagogical Projects of the Instituto Federal de Sergipe (IFS)
Authors: Costa José Sérgio Filgueiras , Sousa Inajá Francisco de , Santos Márcio Eric Figueira dos , Cavalcanti Maralysa Correia de Souza , Fontes Millena Moreira , Alcantâra Amanda Pastana 
Published: November 2024

Objective: To analyze how Environmental Education for sustainability is approached and integrated into the pedagogical projects of courses at the Federal Institute of Sergipe (IFS), identifying effective practices, challenges and opportunities to strengthen this integration.

Theoretical Framework: It presents the main concepts that underpin the theme of sustainability and Environmental Education, as well as the legislation and official documents that support them. Discusses how Pedagogical Political Projects and Interdisciplinarity in Federal Institutes contribute to the insertion of values ​​into human experience, aiming for changes in relation to the environment by academic communities.

Method: This is an applied, descriptive study with a qualitative approach. It covers bibliographic and documentary research, with the purpose of analyzing how Environmental Education for sustainability is approached and integrated into IFS Course Pedagogical Project (PPC).

Results and Discussion: The results obtained revealed that the analysis of the PPC, on themes related to environmental sustainability issues, found that there were metrics focusing on environmental practices. Research Implications: Future research has the potential to significantly enrich society by exploring teaching, extension and research for actions and effectiveness in the educational dimension for the process of environmental sustainability. Originality/Value: This study contributes to the literature by presenting to the scientific community and society in general the importance of Pedagogical Projects being in unison in the interdisciplinary process for educational practices focused on environmental sustainability.