bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Determinación de Balance Hídrico en la Cuenca Sulloma Caranguilla
Authors: Loayza Aguilar Juan , Mendoza Mamani Jaqueline , Gutierrez Ramírez Luis Quintin 
Published: March 2024

El estudio se realizó en la cuenca Sulloma Caranguilla, departamento de Oruro Bolivia, el objetivo conocer el balance hídrico de la cuenca para tomar acciones de prevención respecto al manejo sostenible del agua y proporcionar información básica del potencial hídrico (disponibilidad y escases), el balance hídrico (disponibilidad vs. demanda) existente en época seca, estimar las lluvias máximas para períodos de retorno de 10, 25, 50 y 100 años. La metodología consideró productores a quienes se les entrevisto mediante una encuesta, y como protagonista central fueron las comunidades y ayllus que forman parte de la Cuenca Sulloma Caranguilla, para la identificación y posterior inventariación de fuentes de agua con presencia de recurso hídrico. El estudio logró identificar zonas potenciales de disponibilidad y escases de agua en cada Municipio y mediante el inventariado de fuentes de agua se encontró un balance positivo de 533516,44 m³ en el Municipio de Curahuara de Carangas y 556780,72 m³ en el Municipio de San Pedro de Totora y con un balance de 1090297,13 m³ en ambos Municipios de la Cuenca Sulloma Caranguilla. Mediante el análisis de periodo de retorno se estimó las lluvias máximas esperadas en 10, 25, 50 y 100 años, lo cual resulta útil para un análisis del riesgo cuando se trata de estimar la probabilidad de que el valor de una variable extrema sea superado. En conclusión es importante contar con información actualizada respecto al agua y adoptar nuevas técnicas de riego y almacenamiento para el uso eficiente de este bien.
Biodiversité, paysage et cadre de vie
Authors: Laborde Julien , Bertrand Étienne , Menozzi Marie-Jo , Laborde Julien , Geisler Élise , Robin Sophie 
Published: March 2024

Cet article explore les modalités de mise en œuvre des valeurs du développement durable à partir de l’élaboration, puis de la mise en place d’un document cadre axé sur le paysage : le schéma de cohérence et d’orientation paysagère (Scop) du Val-Maubuée, (secteur 2 de la ville nouvelle de Marne-la-Vallée). Deux dimensions sont observées : les conditions de la mise en place d’une gestion écologique et l’implication des différentes catégories d’acteurs concernées, autant ceux qui utilisent ces espaces (usagers), que ceux qui les formulent (concepteurs et élus), ou les entretiennent (techniciens et jardiniers). Cette analyse se base sur la présentation des approches participatives réalisées avec les jardiniers et des habitants de deux lisières boisées. Cela permet de questionner la manière dont la ville nouvelle, lieu d’affirmation du paysage et du métier de paysagiste dans la conception de la ville s’empare de ces nouvelles dimensions, à partir d’une approche transversale, mais aussi d’envisager ces changements au prisme des échelles d’appréhension du paysage : globale pour le paysagiste, locale pour l’usager ? Enfin, qu’est-ce que le fait de faire appel à la capacité d’expertise des habitants et des jardiniers induit comme changement d’approche pour le paysagiste ?
Biodiversité, paysage et cadre de vie
Authors: Montembault David , Davodeau Hervé , Geisler Élise , Guttinger Philippe , Leconte Louise , Luginbühl Antoine , Romain Fanny , Toublanc Monique , Luginbühl Yves 
Published: March 2024

Ces deux articles proposent un retour sur deux expérimentations de renouvellement des pratiques paysagistes utilisant des méthodes de participation et de médiation testées en vraie grandeur sur le terrain. L’article de David Montembault et coll . décrit une expérimentation d’esquisse d’aménagement participatif sur la commune de Villandry, dans le Val de Loire. Celui de Rémi Bercovitz et Serge Briffaud dépeint la théorisation de la médiation environnementale par le paysage dans la haute vallée de la Sèvre niortaise. Les deux recherches ont choisi des paysages riverains d’un fleuve et d’une rivière pour expérimenter avec des concepts théoriques, des méthodes et des outils distincts, mais appartenant à la même sphère de l’exercice participatif pour la prise de décision politique. Dans les deux cas, le paysage est perçu à la fois comme un objet concret - lié à l’étude des cas concernés – et comme un « support de médiation » commun à tous les acteurs ayant pour but d’aboutir à« une mise en projet du territoire ».
Michel del Castillo
Authors: Gazier Michèle 
Published: March 2024

Résumé « Quand je dis que je ne suis rien d’autre que mes livres, on pense qu’il s’agit d’une formule. Pourtant il est exact que, hors des mots, je ne suis rien », écrit Michel del Castillo dans L’Adieu au siècle . Il est ce qu’il écrit, et ses livres sont ses pièces d’identité. Ecriture déchirée, déchirante, âpre. Michel del Castillo écrit pour comprendre, pour que les mots apportent cette cohérence que la vie a refusée.
Les contrats internes d’objectifs et de moyens à l’université : un outil habilitant et facilitant
Authors: Hasrouri Larbi 
Published: March 2024

L’article aborde le thème de la contractualisation au sein des universités qui est bien au cœur de la doctrine en Management Public caractérisée par Hood (1995). Une récente littérature (Bollecker, 2013 ; Châtelain et al. , 2013 ; Fabre, 2005) s’est intéressée aux contrats d’objectifs dans le champ du contrôle de gestion. Nous nous focalisons sur l’impact de l’internalisation d’une telle contractualisation en termes d’outil de contrôle. Le contexte étudié est celui d’une université de taille moyenne ayant connu une situation critique et dont la gouvernance et la présidence ont mis en place des outils avec pour objectif la sortie de cette situation. Notre problématique est de voir dans quelle mesure une telle internalisation de contrats d’objectifs au sein de l’université étudiée constitue un outil de contrôle. Pour ce faire, l’article vise caractériser les contrats internes d’objectifs et de moyens (CIOM) en tant que technologie de contrôle au sein d’une université moyenne du point de vue des composantes. Sur le plan théorique nous mobilisons la grille conceptuelle de Adler et Borys (1996) sur le contrôle dit capacitant ( enabling ) selon trois dimensions possibles à laquelle nous ajoutons le cadre conceptuel de Simons (1995) ainsi que celui d’objet-frontière (Trompette et Winck, 2009 ; Zeiss et Groenewegen, 2009) pour caractériser le rôle du CIOM en termes de dialogue entre les composantes et la présidence de l’université. L’école française des outils de gestion est aussi évoquée pour analyser la philosophie gestionnaire du déploiement des CIOM. La méthodologie est basée sur une analyse textuelle des neuf CIOM entre l’université étudiée et ses composantes à l’aide d’un logiciel ad hoc permettant dans un premier temps de faire émerger des proximités issues de la grille conceptuelle mobilisée. L’étude est complétée dans un second temps par des entretiens auprès de 3 directeurs de composantes dont les résultats de l’analyse textuelle préliminaire montrent une forte proximité. Les principaux résultats de l’analyse textuelle des CIOM montrent qu’un contrôle habilitant prédomine et s’explique selon les entretiens par une meilleure connaissance de soi lors du contrôle interactif, notamment en choisissant ses propres indicateurs pour la composante. La dimension facilitante de l’ enabling s’explique principalement par la diffusion des indicateurs du CIOM au plus près des équipes dans les composantes. On retrouve enfin une vertu contraignante (Ragaigne et al. , 2014) du CIOM en tant qu’outil sans qu’il y ait prescription toutefois dans son adoption ou son déploiement.
Management des services
Authors: Abramovici Marianne , Chevrier Sylvie 
Published: March 2024

Ce chapitre propose une conception multidimensionnelle de la performance dans le secteur des services. Il présente dans un premier temps un cadrage théorique qui précise les questions à se poser lorsque l’on veut conduire une évaluation : à quelle échelle se place-t-on pour évaluer la performance ? À qui profite la performance de l’entreprise de services ? À quel horizon temporel évaluer la performance ? Avec quels indicateurs évaluer la performance ? La seconde partie présente une recherche qui a consisté à définir et évaluer la performance dans le secteur de la formation à la conduite et à la sécurité routière. La complexité de la question de l’évaluation est également illustrée par ce cas dans lequel certaines évaluations n’ont pas pu être conduites alors qu’elles intéresseraient des parties prenantes nombreuses mais pas suffisamment constituées en acteurs sur la scène publique.
Prevalence of orthorexia nervosa among medical students of South India
Authors: Chandana Akkidasu , Vinnakota Archana , Mopidevi Vijayagopal , Arpitha B. , Sravani A. , Tejesh M. 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

Introduction:
Orthorexia nervosa (ON) is characterized by a relentless, uncomfortable intrusive thought pattern, stereotyped behavior, and an extreme worry about maintaining a healthy diet that pulls all consideration to food. This compulsive behavior may affect daily functioning. Medical complications of orthorexic behavior include malnutrition, anemia, digestion problems, electrolyte, hormonal imbalance, severe weight loss and excessive anxiety. Like other eating disorders, this condition causes many psychological and medical complications, and research in this area is limited. Therefore, the reason for conducting this research was to determine the prevalence and severity of ON in medical students.

Aims and Objectives:
To determine the prevalence of ON in the 263 research samples, to compare prevalence among undergraduates and postgraduates, and to determine the association between demographic variables and a 15 item questionnare for diagnosis of orthorexia nervosa ORTO-15 scores.

Materials and Methods:
A cross-sectional study was carried out to determine the prevalence of ON on the ORTO-15 scale among medical students. Sociodemographic details such as age, gender, body mass index, and level of physical activity were obtained from the study sample.

Results:
ON was prevalent in 29.86% of the study population (ORTO-15 score ≥40). Females had more tendency than males. ON was more prevalent in postgraduates and undergraduates, with a prevalence of 26.7% and 26.98%, respectively. Eating habits and ORTO-15 scores had a significant association.

Conclusion:
The propensity for ON is widespread among medical students. Increased knowledge of nutritious eating will aid in problem prevention.
Effect of a Nano-hydroxyapatite Toothpaste on Enamel Erosive Lesions of Third Molars Induced by Exposure to Orange Juice
Authors: Mehrjoo Marzieh , Haghgoo Roza , Ahmadvand Motahare 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

Objectives:
This study aimed to assess the effect of a nano-hydroxyapatite (nano-HA) toothpaste on erosive enamel lesions of third molars induced by exposure to orange juice.

Materials and Methods:
In this in vitro, experimental study, the microhardness of 24 sound-extracted third molars was measured by a Vickers tester. The teeth were then randomly assigned to three groups (n = 8) of nano-HA toothpaste (Pharmed), 1.23% sodium fluoride gel, and artificial saliva. The teeth were exposed to orange juice for 5 min daily for 7 days and were then exposed to nano-HA toothpaste, fluoride gel, or artificial saliva (depending on their group allocation) for 10 min a day. The microhardness of the teeth was measured again after 7 days. Data were analyzed using paired t-test, analysis of variance, and Bonferroni test (alpha = 0.05).

Results:
Within-group comparisons showed a significant reduction in microhardness of the teeth after the intervention in artificial saliva (P = 0.000), and fluoride gel (P = 0.002) groups. However, no significant reduction occurred in the microhardness of the nano-HA group, compared with the baseline (P = 0.132). Between-group comparisons revealed no significant difference in the microhardness of the three groups at baseline (P > 0.05). However, after the intervention, the microhardness of the nano-HA group was significantly higher than that of other groups (P < 0.05). However, the difference in secondary microhardness between fluoride gel and artificial saliva groups was not significant (P = 1.00).

Conclusion:
Pharmed toothpaste containing nano-HA has optimal efficacy for remineralization of enamel erosive lesions induced by exposure to orange juice.
Bridging the Gap between Endodontic Failure and Success: A Case Report on Intentional Replantation
Authors: Kumar Gaurav , Biswas Krishna Prasad , Mishra Navin 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
This case report describes a case of intention replantation in a 15-year-old patient with a mandibular permanent right second molar that had undergone root canal treatment previously. The tooth was tender on percussion. Radiographic evaluation showed the presence of a separated instrument and periapical radiolucency. The surgical procedure was performed under local anesthesia, and the tooth was extracted. After cleaning and disinfecting the root canal system, the tooth was reimplanted, and the socket was filled with a mixture of bone graft material and a growth factor. A stainless steel crown was then placed to protect the tooth. A follow-up examination was performed after 12 months. The clinical and radiographic examinations revealed a well-healing periapical lesion with no signs of infection. The patient was asymptomatic, and the tooth was functional. The results of this case indicate that intentional replantation can lead to a favorable outcome.
Traumatic Pediatric Buccal Fat Pad Herniation: A Report of Two Cases
Authors: Sharma Divya , Deo Jaspreet Kaur , Loshali Akanshya , Mehra Pravesh Nath 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
The buccal fat pad (BFP) is a specialized encapsulated adipose tissue, located intimately between the buccinator muscle and oral mucous membrane. A small perforation of buccinator muscle can lead to herniation of BFP into the oral cavity, which can be readily mistaken with a pathological entity. In general, the size of herniated BFP is larger than the perforation. The treatment options for BFP are excision or repositioning in its anatomical position if noticed early. This article reports two such cases presenting with herniation of the BFP, following trauma to buccal mucosa and its surgical management.
Ethical Issues in the Planning and the Conduct of Escape Rooms in Medical Education
Authors: Shrivastava Saurabh RamBihariLal , Wanjari Mayur 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
Escape rooms in medical education are relatively a novel approach to facilitate critical thinking and decision-making in simulated realistic clinical scenarios among the medical students. The success of escape rooms in the attainment of specified competencies depends on several factors that must be given due consideration for optimizing the overall outcome. Further, there might be multiple ethical concerns that must be given due attention before, during, and after the conduct of such sessions. There is an immense need to integrate ethical considerations while designing and implementing escape rooms in medical schools, as it will aid in the creation of a respectful and encouraging learning atmosphere for the students. In conclusion, escape rooms provide a great learning opportunity for medical students to critically think, engage in teamwork, and learn the art of adaptation depending on the given clinical scenario. However, the successful conduct of such sessions is determined by a wide range of factors, including ethical considerations, and all of them need to be systematically analyzed and measures should be taken to reduce their impact on students.
EFFECTIVENESS OF POWERPOINT PRESENTATION ON VOCABULARY RETENTION OF EFL FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS’ READING COMPREHENSION
Authors: Mai Pham Thi Ngoc , Dan Thai Cong , Han Thai Phan Bao 
Published: March 2024

Vocabulary learning plays an important role in language learning. To many language learners, lack of vocabulary is one of the biggest obstacles that prevent them from mastering the language. Moreover, there have been a lot of studies conducted to find out the way to help language learners acquire and retain learned vocabulary. Among them, PowerPoint is suggested by many researchers as one good way to help learners learn vocabulary retention through reading comprehension. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of PowerPoint on vocabulary retention in reading comprehension of EFL (English as a Foreign Language) first-year students at Long An University of Economics and Industry (DLA), Long An Province, Vietnam. Besides, this study investigates learners’ attitudes towards the use of PowerPoint in learning vocabulary. The participants were 60 non-English major students at DLA. Two instruments were (1) the tests on English vocabulary, (2) the questionnaire on the participants’ attitudes towards the use of PowerPoint in teaching and learning vocabulary, were investigated. The results demonstrated a significant difference in learners’ vocabulary retention: the participants in the experimental group remembered vocabulary longer than those in the control group. The study showed that the learners had positive attitudes towards the use of PPT (PowerPoint Presentation) in learning vocabulary retention.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0053/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
THE EFFECTS OF PRACTICING KET LISTENING TESTS ON PREPARATION FOR VSTEP LEVEL 2 LISTENING TESTS
Authors: Ngoc Duong Dinh Mai Thi Huynh , Hong Nguyen Thi Phuong 
Published: March 2024

In recent years, English has assumed a greater and greater significance in the teaching and learning of languages in Vietnam. Nowadays, most students want to find better jobs with a certificate in a foreign language. As a result, students enroll in the English Center to study VSTEP to reduce career competition. The fact is that teachers create their documents and employ a variety of resources. Nevertheless, the Cambridge Key English KET Test paper is more reliable because it has been accepted by the Ministry of Education and Training (2014) as being similar to the VSTEP level 2. Therefore, the current study intends to investigate whether using KET listening tests can improve listening performance in level 2 VSTEP. This is a quasi-experimental qualitative study with only post-test design. The survey was carried out on 30 non-English major students at a university in An Giang province. Data were then analyzed by using Descriptive Statistics Tests, One-way ANOVA, and One Samples T-Tests in the SPSS software, version 20. The findings showed that students have a positive perception of the effects of using the KET Listening Tests in preparation for VSTEP Level 2 Listening Test. Pedagogical implications and suggestions for further studies are also included.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0758/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
THE STATUS OF ENGLISH AS A MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION IN SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW OF NIGERIA AND TANZANIA (2002-2023)
Authors: Tom-Lawyer Oris , Thomas Michael 
Published: March 2024

While research has considered the effectiveness of language policies on English as a Medium of Instruction (EMI) in Nigeria and Tanzania, no comparative studies of both countries currently exist. To address this gap, this paper adopted a systematic review approach. One of the principles arising from the British Council Jubal Language-in-Education Conference (2012), a key point of reference for language policy in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), states that the transition from one language to another as a medium of instruction should be a gradual process and not a sudden one; the change should take place after learners have become competent in their mother tongue and proficient in the second language. Arising from this, the aim of this study was to determine why students in Tanzania, who spend a longer time learning in their mother tongue before transiting to English (Kumar, 2015), still face significant challenges with English compared to Nigerians who follow the early transition model (NPE, 2014). The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) approach was used to ensure a robust analysis was undertaken (Sarkis-Onofre, Catala-Lopez, Aromatris &amp; Lockwood, 2021). The paper concludes that the challenges in the Tanzanian context are not related to the policy but to its ineffective implementation. Recommendations for Nigeria’s use of the late exit model (NLP, 2022), stress that policymakers should draw lessons from the weaknesses of the Tanzanian case and develop strategies to implement the model effectively.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0601/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
ANALYSIS OF LANGUAGE BARRIERS OF GRADE 8 STUDENTS: INTERVENTION MATERIAL DEVELOPMENT
Authors: Reyes Jovelle M. , Espinosa Ronie B. , San Juan Rose Nannette J. 
Published: March 2024

Language barriers hinder students from mastering English fluency, ranking as the second most common global communication barrier, especially for learners in classrooms. Addressing these issues is a priority for the education system. Targeting these issues can help students achieve mastery of the language, especially since it is the medium of instruction in some subjects such as English, Science, and Mathematics. This descriptive research carefully examined the most common language barriers among Grade 8 students in their classroom communication, their causes and effects, and ways to cope with these, so the researchers could create an intervention material to address these issues. Sixty (60) Grade 8 Students from San Roque National High, and their English teacher, responded to this study. The analysis of their interview responses showed the most common language barrier, as well as its causes and effects. The results indicated that the most common barrier for Grade 8 students is their problem with grammar and its components due to a lack of exposure to the use of the English language, which causes them to have low self-confidence in using the language. They also stated that they love to read and view it as a way to cope with these problems. Based on these findings, it is recommended to use the intervention material made by the researchers that focuses on Grammar to help them become fluent in the English language. It is also recommended to add more grammar lessons if needed by the students.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/edu/0108/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>