bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Risk assessment of heavy metals and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in ground water samples around the vicinity of an asphalt plant in north central, Nigeria
Authors: Mohammed A.A. , Orosun M.M. , Okeola F.O. , Raji M.A. , Tesi G.O. , Yusuph O.J. 
Published: September 2023

ABSTRACT. In this study, the concentration and risk of heavy metals and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in 9 composite samples around the vicinity of an Asphalt plant in North Central, Nigeria, was evaluated. Aqua-regia wet digestion was used for heavy metals extraction in the water samples while atomic absorption spectrometry was used quantification. For PAHs, liquid-liquid extraction was used for extraction while gas chromatography-mass spectrometry was used for quantification of PAHs in the extracts. The risk assessment was estimated using the hazard index (HI) and incremental lifetime cancer risk (ILCR) in all the samples studied. The results showed that Cd and Cr were present in concentrations higher than their permissible limits in water set by World Health Organization, while Pb was not detected. Total concentration of 14 PAHs ranged between 6.47–390 mg L-1 and were within the WHO permissible limits. High molecular weight PAHs were dominant (71.54%) relative to low molecular weight PAHs (28.46%). The risk assessment results revealed that 100% ILCRtotal values recorded for heavy metals were higher than the recommended limit. While 37.5% of ILCRtotal values recorded for PAHs were higher than the recommended values, implying that residents are exposed to health risks from both metals and PAHs.
KEY WORDS: Asphalt plant, Heavy metals, Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons,Water, Risk assessment
Bull. Chem. Soc. Ethiop. 2023, 37(6), 1337-1349. DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.4314/bcse.v37i6.4
Health Literacy, General Health, and Lifestyle among Infertile Men and Women in the Southeastern Iran
Authors: Kakhki Fatemeh Govahi , Pakdaman Fatemeh , Khaleghi Nasimeh , Seraji Maryam 
Published: September 2023

Background: Infertility is a growing social problem, and health literacy is one of the factors that affects infertility, thereby affecting life quality. On the other hand, lifestyle factors exert a considerable impact on reproductive capacity and general health. Against this backdrop, this study aims to determine health literacy, general health, and lifestyle in infertile people in Zahedan, Iran.
Methods: In this descriptive cross-sectional study, 86 male and 181 female participants who referred to Molod Infertility center (AliIbnAbiTalib Hospital) in Zahedan were randomly selected. Health Literacy Standard Questionnaires (HELIA), the General Health Questionnaire (GHQ), and the Miller-Smith Lifestyle Assessment Inventory (LSI) were used to collect data. In addition, data were analyzed by SPSS V.22.
Results: The participants' mean age was 30.87±7.5. Besides, 39% and 70% of the participations did not have enough health literacy and had a moderate lifestyle, respectively. In addition, the general health of 68.9% was exposed to damage. Moreover, there was a significant relationship between the three aforementioned factors, with the participants of higher levels of health literacy having had higher levels of general health and lifestyle.
Conclusion: According to the findings of this study, the infertile people's health literacy was not enough, and most of them had a moderate lifestyle. In addition, their general health was exposed to damage in most cases. Thus, it is necessary to pay attention to providing proper education and health services to infertile men and women to improve their level of health literacy and healthy fertility in order to support childbearing in the society.
Determinant Causes of Limb Amputation in Ethiopia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Authors: Sume Bickes Wube , Geneti Soressa Abebe 
Published: September 2023

Background: Most amputees suffered from lack of rehabilitation services and went on streets as glorified beggars. However, there is a paucity of information about determinant causes of amputation in Ethiopia. Therefore, this systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted to estimate pooled prevalence of limb amputation and its determinant causes in Ethiopian population.
Methods: Worldwide databases such as PubMed/MedLine, Web of Science, CINAHL, Embase, Scopus, and Science Direct were searched to retrieve pertinent articles. Grey literatures were also looked in local and national repositories. Microsoft excel was used to extract data which were exported to stata version 14.0 for analysis. Cochrane Q and I2 tests were used to assess heterogeneity. Egger's and Begg's tests were employed to assess reporting biases. Random effect meta-analysis model was applied to estimate pooled prevalence.
Results: Twenty-one qualified studies with 18,900 study participants were reviewed. Pooled prevalence of limb amputation was 31.69%. Lower extremity amputation (LEA) accounted for 14.41%, and upper extremity amputation (UEA) took 10.53% (6.50, 14.53). Above knee amputations (2.50 %) were common orthopedic operations whereas ray amputations (0.03%) were the least orthopedic procedures of LEA. Above elbow amputations (2.46%) were common from UEA while shoulder disarticulations (0.02%) were the least orthopedic surgical procedures. The major causes of limb amputations were trauma (11.05%), diabetic foot ulcer (9.93 %), traditional bone setters (24.10%) and burn (10.63%).
Conclusion: Lower extremity amputations were common orthopedic surgical procedures. Major determinant causes were trauma, diabetic foot ulcer, traditional bone setters and burn.
Pilot Implementation of a Community-based, eHealth-enabled Service Delivery Model for Newborn Hearing Screening and Intervention in the Philippines
Authors: Amoranto Abegail Jayne , Fullante Philip , Yarza Talitha Karisse , Santos Abby Dariel , Tulisana Mark Lenon , Sunga Monica , Capco Cayleen , Domingo Janielle , Racal Marco , Marcin James , Sison Luis , Chiong Charlotte , Marcelo Portia Grace 
Published: September 2023

Objectives. This study explores the potential of the HeLe Service Delivery Model, a community-based newborn hearing screening (NHS) program supported by a web-based referral system, in improving provision of hearing care services.Methods. This prospective observational study evaluated the HeLe Service Delivery Model based on records review and user perspectives. We collected system usage logs from July to October 2018 and data on patient outcomes. Semi-structured interviews and review of field reports were conducted to identify implementation challenges and facilitating factors. Descriptive statistics and content analysis were used to analyze quantitative and qualitative data, respectively.Results. Six hundred ninety-two (692) babies were screened: 110 in the RHUs and 582 in the Category A NHS hospital. Mean age at screening was 1.4±1.05 months for those screened in the RHU and 0.46±0.74 month for those in the Category A site. 47.3% of babies screened at the RHU were ≤1 month old in contrast to 86.6% in the Category A hospital. A total of 10 babies (1.4%) received a positive NHS result. Eight of these ten patients were referred via the NHS Appointment and Referral System; seven were confirmed to have bilateral profound hearing loss, while one patient missed his confirmatory testing appointment. The average wait time between screening and confirmatory testing was 17.1±14.5 days. Facilitating factors for NHS implementation include the presence of champions, early technologyadopters, legislations, and capacity-building programs. Challenges identified include perceived inconvenience in using information systems, cost concerns for the patients, costly hearing screening equipment, and unstable internet connectivity. The lack of nearby facilities providing NHS diagnostic and intervention services remains a major block in ensuring early diagnosis and management of hearing loss in the community.Conclusion. The eHealth-enabled HeLe Service Delivery Model for NHS is promising. It addresses the challenges and needs of community-based NHS by establishing a healthcare provider network for NHS in the locale, providing a capacity-building program to train NHS screeners, and deploying health information systems that allows for documentation, web-based referral and tracking of NHS patients. The model has the potential to be implemented on a larger scale — a deliberate step towards universal hearing health for all Filipinos.
A Educação de Jovens e Adultos: reafirmando sua função social para além das reparações sociais
Authors: Cerqueira José Paulo Almeida , Almeida Ricardo Santos de 
Published: September 2023

RESUMO: Este estudo consubstanciado a partir de revisão integrative está voltado ao contexto da Educação de Jovens e Adultos (EJA) seu processo histórico, a importância e a necessidade das atenções a essa modalidade. A história educacional brasileira se funde com essa modalidade. Desde a catequização feita pelos jesuítas até os dias atuais faz-se necessárias atenção sobre os jovens e adultos que ainda não foram alfabetizados e não tiveram a oportunidade de frequentar a escola na idade certa. Por isso, o objetivo dessa pesquisa é chamar a atenção sobre a importância dessa modalidade de ensino, bem como, a necessidade de investimentos na formação de professores e estudantes, para qualificação, o mundo do trabalho, e qualidade das atividades desenvolvidas no entremeio dos componentes curriculares. Também pretende-se trazer para o estudo o processo histórico e a lei que a ampara. Levando em consideração os desafios e dificuldades enfrentadas pelas discentes, reafirmamosa importância de formação para os professores nessa empreitada. Portanto, foi necessário embasamento bibliográfico e documental em fontes diversas que trataram sobre o assunto e observações de uma realidade próxima. O corpo desse estudo demonstrará a evolução do processo histórico da EJA, bem como as dificuldades encontradas por estudantes e profissionais que nela vivenciam.
Palavras-chave: EJA; Luta por direitos; Perspectivas Pedagógicas.

ABSTRACT: This study, based on an integrative review, is focused on the context of Educação de Jovens e Adultos (EJA), its historical process, the importance and need for attention to this modality. Brazilian educational history merges with this modality. From the catechization carried out by the Jesuits to the present day, attention is needed on young people and adults who have not yet been literate and have not had the opportunity to attend school at the right age. Therefore, the objective of this research is to draw attention to the importance of this teaching modality, as well as the need for investments in the training of teachers and students, for qualification, the world of work, and the quality of the activities developed in between the components curricula. It is also intended to bring to the study the historical process and the law that supports it. Taking into account the challenges and difficulties faced by the students, we reaffirm the importance of teacher training in this endeavor. Therefore, it was necessary bibliographical and documentary basis in different sources that dealt with the subject and observations of a close reality. The body of this study will demonstrate the evolution of the historical process of EJA, as well as the difficulties encountered by students and professionals who experience it.
Keywords: EJA; Fight for rights; Pedagogical Perspectives.
Emociones en la enseñanza de la filosofía: un estudio exploratorio sobre la diversidad de autores, temas y estrategias.
Authors: Manchini Nigel 
Published: September 2023

Introducción. La experiencia emocional se ha propuesto como un fenómeno que puede ser tratado en la enseñanza de la filosofía. En este artículo, tras una breve revisión teórica, se establece una distinción conceptual relevante y se reporta un estudio al respecto. Metodología. Se utilizó un diseño exploratorio, utilizando una encuesta cualitativa donde docentes de filosofía (n= 45) escribieron respuestas abiertas sobre autores/as, temas y estrategias/metodologías para abordar la experiencia y el vocabulario emocional. Para las estrategias/metodologías las respuestas se codificaron inductivamente, mientras que los/as autores/as y temas se analizaron con categorías pre-estructuradas. Resultados/Discusión. La metodología utilizada es útil para explorar la diversidad. Esta es muy amplia en las respuestas sobre autores/as que pueden utilizarse para abordar la experiencia y el vocabulario emocional en el aula (117). Aunque el universo de “temas filosóficos-emocionales” que pueden ser tratados también es diverso, se observa una cierta convergencia en temas típicamente filosóficos, como “felicidad”, “amor”, “miedo” “libertad”, “angustia”, etc. Al respecto de las metodologías y estrategias, la diversidad es menor, presentándose el diálogo como el recurso central, en conjunto con la lectoescritura, el uso de recursos artísticos y metodologías activas/corporizadas. Conclusión. La enseñanza de la filosofía aparece como un territorio fértil para el abordaje de la experiencia emocional; sin embargo, definir su deseabilidad implica tanto más investigación como la discusión filosófica acerca de cuáles son los objetivos de la enseñanza de la filosofía.
“MODUS 1 MR. HOLMES”, UMA FERRAMENTA DE AUXÍLIO AO ESTUDANTE/PESQUISADOR NA FASE DE BUSCA DO REFERENCIAL TEÓRICO
Authors: Aragão Theresa Christine Filgueiras Russo , Costa Antônio Wellington de Souza , Russo Francisco Jose Filgueiras , Albuquerque Márcia Régia Ximenes , Aragão Filho João Martins 
Published: September 2023

Pesquisadores/estudante necessitam de boas estratégias didáticas para organizar as etapas de uma pesquisa quer seja no âmbito escolar ou no âmbito acadêmico. A escolha do tema, o desenvolvimento do problema e os modos de busca da base teórica, entre outras etapas metodológicas inerentes à pesquisa científica são ações que requerem destreza, disciplina e tempo hábil. Nesse sentido, ferramentas que venham a colaborar com esse labor, de forma que facilitem e melhorem a eficácia dos procedimentos em pesquisa são bastante significantes. O presente artigo comunica e apresenta uma ferramenta denominada “Modus 1 Mr. Holms” (desenvolvida pelos autores), tendo por objetivo facilitar o processo do trabalho de um pesquisador que faz uso do método científico. A “Modus 1 Mr. Holmes” se apresenta no formato de uma ferramenta simples e de fácil acesso, capaz de auxiliar o estudante/investigador na busca e seleção de livros, artigos, documentos, sites e outros instrumentos na fase da busca da base teórica. Dessa forma, a referida ferramenta consiste em um primeiro plano em uma ferramenta de busca, seleção, coleta e organização de informações contidas em bancos incubadores de referências. Conceitos de pesquisa, problema/tema, hipótese, pesquisa qualitativa, pesquisa quantitativa e referencial teórico foram explanados em Ezequiel Ander-Egg (1977); Asti Vera (1979); Rodrigues (2007); Lakatos e Marconi (2000) e Gil (2002), entre outros.
Analisis Kinerja Pembangunan Infrastruktur Terhadap Pengelolaan Kawasan Ekonomi Khusus (KEK) (KEK) di Kabupaten Sorong
Authors: Kennedy Yoenoes Ahmad 
Published: September 2023

Pengembangan Kawasan Industri di Wilayah Timur Indonesia pada periode awal Pemerintahan Jokowi-Jusuf Kalla telah dicanangkan salah satunya di Wilayah Provinsi Papua Barat yaitu di Kabupaten Sorong, pada tanggal 1 Agustus 2016 telah diterbitkan Peraturan Pemerintah (PP) nomor 31 Tahun 2016 tentang Kawasan Ekonomi Khusus (KEK) (KEK) Sorong di Kabupaten Sorong Distrik Mayamuk dengan Luas Kawasan 523,7 Ha, yang memiliki kegiatan utama berupa Industri Pengolahan Pertambangan, logistik dan Agroindustri. Dalam hal menindaklanjuti implementasi PP tersebut maka perlu direalisasikan program-program pembangunan KEK Sorong dengan sumber pendanaan dari berbagai pihak (Pemerintah Daerah, Pemerintah Pusat dan pihak swasta). Pada tahun 2016 hingga 2019 dilakukan Pembangunan Infrastruktur utama dan penunjang Kawasan dalam rangka penyiapan kawasan yang memiliki keunggulan ekonomi dan geo strategis (dari sisi letak Kabupaten Sorong Strategis sebagai pintu gerbang Pulau Papua). Pemerintah Pusat melalui Menteri Koordinator Bidang Perekonomian meresmikan pengoperasian berjalannya KEK Sorong di tahun 2019. Dari sisi infrastruktur, selama tiga tahun terakhir, Kementerian Pekerjaaan Umum dan Perumahan Rakyat (PUPR) bersama PEMDA Kabupaten Sorong telah membangun akses jalan utama beserta saluran drainase sepanjang 3,5 km dan jalanlingkungan sepanjang 6,5 km. Telah terbangun pula Pembangkit Listrik Tenaga Mesin Gas (PLTMG) oleh PT. Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PT.PLN) untuk memasok kebutuhan listrik di Kawasan Ekonomi Khusus (KEK) dan wilayah Sorong Raya, yang terdiridari 5 kabupaten dan 1 Kota sehingga saat ini telah tersedia Daya Listrik sebesar 46 MW dengan cadangan sebesar 9 MW. Selain itu untuk jangka pendek, pemenuhan kebutuhan terhadap air bersih untuk Pelabuhan Arar dan industri existing akan menggunakan sumur bor dengan kapasitas 5 liter/detik dan Penampung Air Hujan (PAH). Sementara untuk jangka panjang akan dibangun Sistem Penyediaan Air Baku yang menggunakan sumber air dari Sungai Klasafet (Klamono) dengan memenuhi kebutuhan air industri. Tujuan Penelitian;1) Menganalisis Kinerja Infrastruktur pada kawasan terhadap Dukungan Pengelolaan Kawasan Ekonomi Khusus (KEK) (KEK) Kabupaten Sorong ke 2) Menganalisis Faktor yang berpengaruh dominan pada Kinerja Infrastruktur Terhadap Pengelolaan Kawasan Ekonomi Khusus (KEK) di Kabupaten Sorong Metode Penelitian Menggunakan analisis deskriftif kualitatif melalui Statistic package for Sicial Sciens (SPSS;Ver 21), melibatkan empat variabel, hasil yang diperoleh; X1: Waktu Pembangunan angka kofisien 0,092; X2: kualitas Pembangunan angka koefisien 0,597; X3: Biaya Pembangunan angka koefisien 0,088 dan X4 Kuantitas Pembangunan angka koefisien pengaruh sebesar 0,299
Polyglossie und Mehrsprachigkeit in Algerien: Eine Herausforderung für die Zielsprache Deutsch
Authors: Seddiki Aoussine 
Published: September 2023

Polyglossia and multilingualism in Algeria: A challenge for the target language English
The complex sociolinguistic profile of Algeria and the Maghreb states, characterized by multilingualism and polyglossia, has not found a 'research home' in the language-specific philologies involved (Arabic studies, Berber studies, Franco-Romance studies, ...). In multilingual and multicultural Algeria, polyglossy and multilingualism are a common tradition in everyday life. The language situation in this North African-Maghreb country is the result of historical facts. In everyday Algerian communication, depending on the situation, people switch flexibly and spontaneously from one language to another. It is often simply translated. The following languages are mostly used: Algerian, colloquial Arabic, various Berber languages, and French. In western Algeria, some Spanish dialect is often used among fishermen for historical and geographical reasons. Due to this language situation in Algeria, German learners are encouraged to compare the local languages used actively and the foreign languages they have already learned and to discuss language learning processes. Language and cultural mediation are closely related. For this intercultural reason, there is a need to include linguistic and cross-cultural reflection of the Algerian culture in class. The comparison of languages and cultures is constantly in the service of learning and the imparting of general knowledge about language as a systemic instrument.
Типы речевого поведения собеседников в диалогической речи на иностранном русском языке
Authors: Guenniche Fatiha 
Published: September 2023

Types of speech behavior of interlocutors in dialogic speeches in Russian as a foreign language
Dialogic speech is a process of interaction of multidirectional mental systems, the mode of speech functioning of which is determined by the general conditions of communication. The interaction of these can influence the communication process itself, for example, stimulate it or slow it down. Any conversation can consider a series of types of linguistic behaviour which together constitute a text, that is to say a dialogue produced collectively in a given context and situation. In this perspective, our analysis will consist in identifying not only syntactic and semantic sequence rules, but also psycholinguistic mechanisms in the context of learning a foreign language. The mechanism of generating speech in the form of initiative and reactive remarks has certain differences. These differences are primarily due to the different degree of severity of their motivation, as well as the formulating phases of generating a speech statement.
Traduction de presse et perceptions entre l'Occident et le Monde arabe post 9/11
Authors: Benaouda Adila 
Published: September 2023

Press Translation and perceptions between the West and the Arab world post 9/11
There is a striking difference between perceptions of Arabs by Westerners and vice versa, which can be attributed to differences in representation in the media, which can cause bias on one side or the other. Media translation became particularly important after the attacks of September 11, 2001 and since it is generally an element of dissemination that can sometimes have a positive and sometimes a negative impact, I would like to examine the perspectives on media translations and the resulting cultural perceptions.Our study focuses on a selection of translated Arabic-language press articles. Our goal is to shed light on the differences between the perspective of media translation and the resulting perceptions.We have come to deduce that what is presented in the Western press nuances what is presented in the Arabic-speaking press. This does not concern all the Western press, of course, because we are now aware that it bends to the visions and editorial lines of its owners.The translation theorists quoted in our study speak of the transfer of meaning, of conveying a message, or replacing a text with another equivalent text, but the founding element of the act of translation is communication. Also, and although error is human, the professional translator cannot use it to justify a deviation from the meaning produced in the target text unless he clearly specifies it. The reader does not distinguish between the original author and the translator. Indeed, the author fades, leaving his place to the translator, who has the task of rendering the authenticity of the original text in the target language. For that, he will have to solve the problems, if they exist, and look for the meaning in the background, and in the inability to do both, he will have to inform the reader. Without wanting to exaggerate the importance of translation in the modern world, but also without forgetting that it is indispensable in many fields other than literature: commercial, political, legal, military, etc. where the interests at stake are often conflicting and where incomprehension and misunderstanding are likely to have considerable repercussions, we cannot insist on the role that translation can play, depending on whether it transmits or hides the message. Understanding between peoples can only arise from dialogue; however, with rare exceptions where people master several languages and express themselves on their themes in these languages, dialogue today passes through translation.