bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Mesenchymal stem cell licensing: enhancing MSC function as a translational approach for the treatment of tendon injury
Authors: Koch Drew W. , Schnabel Lauren V. 
Published: September 2023

Abstract
Tendon injuries are common in both veterinary and human clinical patients and result in morbidity, pain, and lost athletic performance. Consequently, utilizing naturally occurring injuries in veterinary patients as a comparative model could inform the development of novel therapies and increase translation for the treatment of human tendon injuries. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) have shown considerable efficacy for the treatment of experimental and clinical superficial digital flexor tendon injury in the horse; however, the reinjury rate following treatment can remain high and MSC efficacy in treating other tendons is less well known. Additionally, the translation of MSC therapy to human tendon injury has remained poor. Recent evidence indicates that naïve MSC function can be enhanced through exogenous stimulation or manipulation of their environment. This stimulation or activation, herein termed MSC licensing, markedly alters MSC functions associated with immunomodulation, extracellular matrix remodeling, vascular development, bioactive factor production, and endogenous stromal/progenitor cell support. Additionally, a variety of licensing strategies has proven to influence MSC-secreted factors that have positively influenced outcome parameters in both in vitro and in vivo disease models separate from musculoskeletal tissues. Therefore, identifying the optimal licensing strategy for MSCs could ultimately provide an avenue for reliable and repeatable treatment of a broad range of tendon injuries of both veterinary and human clinical patients. This article details current evidence on the effects of licensed MSCs in both in vitro and in vivo disease models of different species and provides commentary on how those effector functions identified may be translated to the treatment of tendon injuries.
Diseño y validación de una escala de ciberodio (ECO) en población universitaria colombiana
Authors: Castaño Pulgarín Sergio Andrés , Castilla Tang Jose Filadelfo , Tilano Vega Luz Magnolia , Herrera López Harvey Mauricio 
Published: September 2023

Introducción.El Internet y las redes sociales se han convertido en espacios de interacción digital en los que la participación de personas de todas las edades ha conllevado a una serie de intercambios que pueden ser reconocidos por sus contenidos de odio en relación con ideologías políticas, religiosas, de género y origen étnico. A este fenómeno se le ha denominado ciberodio.
Método. Esta investigación se propuso diseñar y validar la primera escala de ciberodio en español, en población colombiana. La muestra final estuvo conformada por 1984 estudiantes universitarios entre 18 y 61 años (M=23.25; DE=5.06), provenientes de 23 universidades y 14 departamentos de Colombia.
Resultados. La escala final de ciberodio quedó compuesta por 32 ítems, distribuidos en tres dimensiones: victimización, perpetración y observación de ciberodio político, religioso, de género y origen étnico. Se realizó validez de contenido con el apoyo de nueve jueces expertos, validez comparada con la prueba ECIPQ (ciberacoso) y validez de constructo, a través de Análisis Factorial Exploratorio y Análisis Factorial Confirmatorio.
Discusión y conclusiones. La prueba construida presenta óptimas cualidades psicométricas. Su índice de confiabilidad es α=0.939 y ɷ = 0.96 con Omega MacDonald, lo cual indica un nivel adecuado de consistencia interna. Adicionalmente, se reporta una correlación moderada positiva con la ECIP-Q, que comprueba la especificidad y robustez del constructo ciberodio, diferenciándolo del cyberbullying. En conclusión, la ECO es válida y confiable para la medición de ciberodio en la población de referencia.
The Role of Oxybutynin Chloride in the Management of Patientswith Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Authors: N. Helal Nehad , A. Salih Rabei , M. Abdul-Azizr Mohammed 
Published: September 2023

Objectives: To determine the efficacy and tolerability of Oxybutynin chloride in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) in which previous a-blocker therapy had failed. :
Materials and Methods: A total of 38 consecutive men with BPH complaining of LUTS in whom a mean of 6.3 months of a-blocker therapy had failed received Oxybutynin (5 mg twice daily orally) for 3 months in addition to the usual a-blocker medication. Primary efficacy end points were American Urological Association symptom score, and mean daytime and nighttime micturition frequency. Secondary end points were the peak urinary flow rate, post-void residual volume, the incidence of urinary retention, and adverse events. Statistical analysis was used when needed.
Results: A total of 33 men (87%) with a mean age of 59 years completed the 3-month trial. Mean 24- hour micturition frequency decreased from 11.2 to 6.5 voids and nocturia decreased from 5.1 to 2.4 episodes nightly. Significant changes in mean American Urological Association symptom scores (- 5.31), the peak urinary flow rate (1.8 ml per second) and post-void residual volume (=21 ml) were also observed. Five men (13%) discontinued therapy because of intolerable dry mouth. There were no reports of urinary retention.
Conclusions: Treatment with Oxybutynin in carefully selected men with BPH and moderate LUTS may be a reasonable therapeutic option after failed treatment with a-blockers.
Resetting the Human Resource strategy for organizational performance in Zimbabwe Urban Councils
Authors: Sixpence Samuel , Tapera Julius , Ukpere Wilfred , Adekanmbi Foluso 
Published: September 2023

While literature is awash with evidence that links strategic human resource management to organizational performance, little is known on sustaining the relationship dynamics within a public sector context that is operating under polarized conditions. This study explores the challenges faced in implementing the human resource strategy within urban councils in Zimbabwe to unearth solutions that are sensitive to a polarized work environment. A case study approach was used to collect data from the 32 urban councils in Zimbabwe, which are classified into four categories namely, cities, municipalities, towns and local boards. Stratified sampling was used to identify nine urban local authorities for data collection and purposive sampling identified the participants for interviews. The point of saturation was reached after interviewing 18 participants and the data was analysed using the atlas.ti. This study revealed, a misalignment of the human resource function and the organizational goals, a serious financial resource crisis and a lack of trust between key stakeholders. The study contributes to the development of human resource competencies that respond to the organizational needs in a polarized environment. Further, it incorporates the adoption of technology in the human resource strategy and the need to foster a culture of supporting soft skills such as teamwork and collaboration from the level of elected officials down to the entire workforce.
THE IMPACT OF EMPLOYER BRANDING ON ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE: A COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS
Authors: Gurgu Elena , Kuleto Valentin 
Published: September 2023

This article investigates the relationship between employer branding and organisational performance, identifying the underlying mechanisms contributing to enhanced performance. Next, we analyse various aspects of employer branding, including its influence on talent attraction, employee engagement, retention, and overall productivity. Finally, we provide insights on how organisations can strengthen their employer brand to optimise performance.
In the competitive labour market, employer branding plays a crucial role in an organisation's ability to attract and retain top talent, directly influencing organisational performance. This article examines the relationship between employer branding and organisational performance by exploring its effects on talent attraction, employee engagement, retention, and overall productivity. It also offers insights on strengthening an organisation's employer brand to optimise performance.
Employer branding, an organisation's reputation as an employer, can provide a competitive advantage by creating a motivated, engaged, and productive workforce. A strong employer brand attracts high-quality candidates, reducing recruitment time and cost and ensuring a diverse and talented candidate pool. Organisational culture, work environment, compensation and benefits, growth opportunities, and corporate social responsibility contribute to developing a strong employer brand. Effective employer brand communication across multiple channels, such as corporate websites, social media, and job advertisements, is essential to attract top talent. Employer branding events and employee advocacy can further strengthen the brand. Assessing the employer brand's strength can help organisations identify areas of improvement and gauge their attractiveness in the job market.
Employee engagement and satisfaction are closely linked to an organisation's employer brand. Factors such as leadership, job design, recognition and rewards, work environment, and opportunities for growth and development contribute to employee engagement and satisfaction. Assessing employee engagement and satisfaction can provide valuable insights into their perceptions of the organisation and commitment to its goals. Engaged and satisfied employees exhibit higher performance, productivity, and innovation levels, leading to improved organisational outcomes.
Capital Expenditure, Social Expenditure and Economic Growth Versus Poverty Level: A Study in North Maluku, Indonesia
Authors: Runtunuwu Prince Charles Heston , Husen Amran , Rajasekera Jay 
Published: September 2023

Purpose: The following were the objectives of this study: 1. To determine the effects of capital expenditures on the poverty rate in Ternate City; 2. To determine the effects of social spending on the poverty rate in Ternate City; 3. To determine the effects of economic expansion on the poverty rate in the town of Ternate; and 4. To determine the combined effects of social spending, economic expansion, and capital expenditure on the poverty rate in the town of Ternate.

Design/methodology/approach: The data used in this study are secondary data relevant to this study, including poverty and economic growth data obtained from the Agency. Central statistics for the city of Ternate and APBD data obtained from the BPKAD Office. And the data used in the PDBA is public expenditure data under the framework of capital expenditure and social spending officially published by the agency. The relationship between two or more variables is examined in this study using the well-established method of regression analysis. The dependent variable (poverty) and the independent variable (capital expenditure, social expenditure, and economic growth) are the two groups that comprise the studied variables.

Findings: According to the findings of this study, negative behavior has a significant and negative impact on poverty. Partially capital expenditure has a positive but insignificant effect; social spending has a negative but insignificant effect; and economic growth has a negative effect. .Additionally, social spending, economic expansion, and capital expenditure alone have no effect on the poverty rate in Ternate City.

Research, Practical & Social implications: It was found that the capital expenditure factor has an effect on the level of poverty, social spending has an effect on the level of poverty and the poverty rate in the city of Ternate is influenced by economic growth.

Originality/value: This article is an academic contribution that enables understanding of the research developed and focuses on capital spending, social spending and poverty rates on economic growth, considering data from several reference research databases.
Designing Research-Based Teacher-Appraisal Forms: A Case Of Effective EAP Lecturers in Swaziland
Authors: Arfa-Kaboodvand Mandana 
Published: September 2023

The main aim of this article is to introduce the steps followed in designing effective teacher-appraisal forms to be completed by the students, and teacher-self-reflection forms to be completed by the teachers. After explaining the steps and the reasons behind taking them, we will report on the findings of the study we have conducted following the same procedures to design the forms. The findings have identified the characteristics of effective EAP lecturers according to the 196 students who participated in the study. for EAP lecturers have also provided their input about the characteristics of effective EAP teachers. The collected data suggest the students seem not to differentiate between the competencies required for teaching and learning general English and EAP. The students considered communicative competence the most essential asset of their EAP lecturers. Accurate interpretation of the data emerging from the ratings is another issue addressed in this article. This can guide the teachers to make better decisions.
Integrating Multiple Intelligence Learning Approach to Upgrade Students’ English Writing Skills
Authors: Hasbullah Hasbullah , Wahidah Nur , Nanning Nanning 
Published: September 2023

The educational curriculum’s current challenge is to use appropriate approaches during the Covid-19 days. This study aimed to investigate the multiple intelligence learning approaches (MILA) which were used to provide students’ competence in English writing skills in an institute of IAIN Sorong, West Papua Province, Indonesia. In terms of it the multiple intelligence learning approaches introduced interactive, analytic, and introspective domains which cover elements of linguistics, mathematics, visual, kinesthetic, music, intra-personal, interpersonal, naturalistic, and existential or spiritual. Those elements would be appropriately implemented to upgrade students’ English writing skills. This study employed a survey method using lists of questionnaires to obtain qualified data which were collected through eight English lecturers, four staff curriculum developers, and eighty students. The findings conclude that most respondents felt contented and interested in developing and upgrading English writing skills using the Multiple Intelligence Learning Approaches. The results of this research claimed that the lecturers require the MILA to be more widely used to upgrade students’ writing skills. Also, the practitioners on campus should make together the strategies to be included in MILA for teaching English writing skills as recommended by the national education curriculum.
Effective or Impractical? Discussing Students' Perceptions toward Learning Management Systems in English Language Learning
Authors: Suriaman Aminah , Manurung Konder , Mukrim Mukrim , Apridayani Aisah , Agussatriana Agussatriana 
Published: September 2023

Learning Management System (LMS) platform is currently popularly used by universities or institutions as an e-learning platform based. Currently, it may be utilized successfully as a platform to engage students in a classroom context. This study aims to determine the use of the learning management system (LMS) in English language learning based on the analysis of students' perceptions and to establish whether the platforms used contributed to the learning goals in the English Department at Tadulako University. The research design utilizes the descriptive qualitative research method. The finding of the study indicated that learners expressed both sides of the usage of the LMS platform in English language learning; effective and impractical perception. It is effective because the LMS platform improved their comprehension, promoted independent learning, inspired students to complete all tasks and quizzes, and eventually allowed students to achieve good learning outcomes. Meanwhile, for impractical usage, the LMS platform has network instability and limited opportunity for real-time discussion and gets immediate feedback from lecturers. However, the benefits of the LMS platform outweigh its drawbacks.
Analisis Tingkat Kepuasan Konsumen Terhadap Kualitas Pelayanan Fipper Ngagel Surabaya Metode CSI dan IPA
Authors: Sari Bella Wati Novita , Iriani Iriani 
Published: September 2023

Fipper adalah salah satu brand terkenal sandal di Indonesia. Namun seiring banyaknya cabang yang ada seringkali tidak memperhatikan kualitas pelayanan yang diduga berdampak pada kepuasan konsumen. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui dan menganalisis tingkat kepuasan konsumen pada kualitas pelayanan yang dirasakan konsumen. Jenis penelitian Kuantitatif. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan purposive sampling. Kuesioner disebarkan sebanyak 100 kuisioner dan 97 responden sebagai sampel. SPSS 17 digunakan dalam pengujian validitas. Skala likert digunakan mengukur jawaban responden. Hasilnya Kategorisasi CSI atau Customer Satisfaction Index ada rentang presentase kepuasan yaitu 100% - 81% sangat puas, 80,99% - 66% puas, 65,99% - 51% cukup puas, 50,99% - 35% kurang puas, 35,99% - 0% tidak puas. Pada penelitian ini data menghasilkan CSI 65,598% pada pelayanan Fipper Ngagel Surabaya yang artinya cukup puas tetapi perusahaan dapat memaksimalkan lagi agar menjadi sangat puas dengan mengecek elemen perusahaan yang berhubungan dengan pelayanan. Dalam analisis Importance Performance Analysis (IPA) untuk dijadikan patokan perbaikan system perusahaan maka dapat memperioritaskan hal ini yaitu Atribut yang ada pada kuadran C. Atribut yang ada pada kuadran C adalah Menyediakan tempat duduk yang memadai, Penampilan staff Fipper Ngagel yang rapi dan berseragam , Fipper Ngagel mempunyai ketersediaan stock yang lengkap , Penataan display yang tertata rapi dan mudah dijangkau.
La educación compensatoria y el trabajo con migrantes y refugiados
Authors: Batista da Silva Junior Aldenor , José Rebordinos Hernando Francisco 
Published: September 2023

Los flujos migratorios están presentes en la sociedad y consecuentemente aparecen en la escuela, de este modo es necesario estudiar las condiciones de acceso y permanencia en las instituciones educativas en el escenario internacional. Se cree que este trabajo pueda contribuir al estudio de las políticas educacionales para migrantes y refugiados visto los esfuerzos y propuestas de la Organización de las Naciones Unidas para la Educación, la Ciencia y la Cultura (UNESCO), la Comisión Europea para la Integración de Refugiados y Migrantes en los Sistemas de Educación y Formación y su “Plan de Acción de Integración e Inclusión 2021-2027”, las actividades del Ministerio de Educación y Formación profesional y el trabajo del profesorado a este público orientados por la Ley Orgánica 3/2020, de 29 de diciembre, por la que se modifica la Ley Orgánica 2/2006, de 3 de mayo, de Educación. El estudio reporta una investigación de carácter bibliográfico-documental y de campo sobre las políticas públicas educativas, además de referentes que abordan la legislación educativa española, el trabajo del profesor y la educación compensatoria como apuesta en la educación inclusiva de migrantes y refugiados. Encontramos actividades de acogida y evaluación de las necesidades educativas y nivelamiento, planes y programas de adaptación lingüística y social, acciones de orientación educativa, formación permanente del profesorado, relación familia y escuela, trabajo en red socioasistencial y tecnologías de información y comunicación como políticas educativas actuales para lidiar con esta realidad educativa. En términos de políticas educacionales, tenemos que avanzar en términos de garantizar las necesidades educativas y sociales oriundas de la desigualdad social y producir más estudios sobre las diferentes realidades migratorias, los sistemas educativos de los diferentes países, el trabajo de los profesores y de los problemas que demandan las diferentes necesidades individuales en la educación.
Patrones de distribución espacial de la pobreza urbana en la parroquia de Calderón
Authors: Álvarez Ochoa Jhonny , Granja Alencastro Pablo 
Published: September 2023

En la ciudad de Quito se observa un crecimiento del área metropolitana, característico de las ciudades latinoamericanas, distanciando las funciones urbanas de las áreas residenciales, acrecentando las contradicciones tanto físicas como sociales. En este estudio se busca identificar los patrones de distribución de la pobreza urbana de la parroquia Calderón, considerando su proceso de urbanización y transformación a partir del fenómeno del “boom” petrolero en el Ecuador. Se ha planteado analizar las variables de habitabilidad urbana y segregación espacial, utilizando cartografía, imágenes aéreas y software como QGIS, a través de lo cual podemos conocer las realidades de la parroquia. Los resultados ponen en evidencia que la falta de planificación en el crecimiento de la población y la expansión urbana de la parroquia no ha facilitado la satisfacción de las necesidades y aspiraciones de los habitantes. Concentración de vivienda en propiedad horizontal formando “islas residenciales” dentro del espacio urbano, centralización de los equipamientos y servicios de la parroquia sobre los principales ejes viales, confirman esta hipótesis. Las condiciones de habitabilidad se relacionan con la calidad de vida dentro del espacio urbano, y aun presentan importantes deficiencias. Cabe mencionar que el acceso a los servicios básicos (agua, alcantarillado, energía eléctrica) prácticamente se encuentra garantizado.
Urinary Tract Infections in Children: Clinical and Antibiotic Susceptibility Data from a Tertiary Care Hospital
Authors: AKYOL ONDER Esra Nagehan , TÜRKEL Selçuk , KILIÇASLAN Cengizhan 
Published: September 2023

Aim: Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are among the most common bacterial infections in children.
Empirical antibiotic treatment is recommended until the antibiogram reports of urine culture are
available. It is essential to initiate local UTI agents and their antimicrobial susceptibility patterns in
specific geographical regions to choose the best empirical antibiotics. The current study aimed to
determine causative microorganisms and antibiotic resistance patterns in children diagnosed with UTI.
Material and Methods: The study was carried out retrospectively with 216 children diagnosed with
UTIs for the first time. The patients were categorized into two groups according to age (≤1 year and >1
year). Demographic data, presenting symptoms, imaging findings, and urine and culture analysis results
were collected and compared between these two groups.
Results: Cefazolin and nitrofurantoin use may be preferred in the empirical treatment of UTIs caused
by Escherichia coli and Enterococcus spp. Additionally, amoxicillin/clavulanate was recommended in
the empirical therapy of UTIs caused by Enterococcus spp., Klebsiella spp., and Proteus spp. The
trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole and nitrofurantoin resistance of E. coli was found to be statistically
significantly higher in the ≤1 year group (p=0.03 and p=0.01, respectively), while the nitrofurantoin
resistance of Klebsiella was statistically significantly higher in the >1 year group (p=0.01). The gentamicin
resistance of Klebsiella spp. was statistically significantly higher in the ≤1 year group (p=0.03).
Conclusion: It is important to detect regional antibiotic resistance patterns to manage UTIs and minimize
related complications. Antibiotic susceptibility studies are necessary to reduce improper antibiotic use
and resistance rates of antibiotics.