Salud, Ciencia y Tecnología (Journal)
Not a member yet
1715 research outputs found
Sort by
Humanized care in patients deprived of liberty, ethical dilemmas, impact and intervention strategies
Full text linkIntroduction: prison health care faces several challenges, such as insufficient resources, inadequate infrastructure and social stigmatization, which negatively affect the treatment of persons deprived of liberty, these factors limit prisoners\u27 access to basic services and impair their physical and mental health in this context, humane and ethical care is essential, which requires inclusive policies and adequate professional training.Methods: a qualitative and descriptive study was conducted based on a literature review of the last five years, and 30 articles in English, Spanish and Portuguese were selected from 65 initial studies repositories such as SCOPUS, SCIELO and PUBMED were used, and keywords and Boolean operators were employed the data were analyzed using inductive methods to identify relevant trends.Results: ethical dilemmas regarding dignity and medical care in prisons were identified these problems are aggravated by factors such as overcrowding, discrimination and poor training of health professionals. The implementation of promotion, prevention and empathy training programs has shown improvements in the wellbeing of inmates, emphasizing the importance of the interdisciplinary approach and the strengthening of family relationships.Conclusions: humane care is essential to meet the needs of all inmates and ensure that they are treated with dignity. Creating a more just and humane prison system requires inclusive public policies, ongoing staff training and educational programs that promote social reintegration
Study on calligraphy templates in ancient Chinese private schools
Full text linkThe historical and educational importance of calligraphy templates applied in ancient Chinese private schools, especially inside the context of cultural transmission and pedagogical practices. Calligraphy, a critical factor of Chinese education, performed a key role in shaping students\u27 literacy, creative expression, and cultural identity. Study examines the evolution of calligraphy templates, which served as an essential tool in teaching proper writing techniques, stroke formation, and aesthetic concepts. By analyzing diverse historical periods, which encompass the Tang and Song Dynasties , that highlight how those templates, often based on the works of skilled calligraphers, guided students in studying exceptional scripts. historical documents and educational sources were examined to recognize how the templates facilitated learning and their evolution over time. This similarly explores how present-day training frameworks can integrate those conventional templates with innovative teaching strategies, making the continuing relevance and cultural maintenance of Chinese calligraphy inside the globalized instructional landscape. The method of traditional calligraphy templates in modern-day Chinese calligraphy training explores how those ancient tools had been incorporated into cutting-edge teaching practices and their persistent relevance in keeping cultural heritage and advancing artistic innovation. It concludes with practical advice for calligraphy teachers, advocating for the continuing use of traditional templates along with progressive techniques to bridge the gap between ancient calligraphy practices and contemporary educational requirements
Management of Pre-Infiltration Anxiety with Local Anesthetic in Pediatric Dental Treatments: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials
Full text linkDental anxiety is one of the main reasons why children fear visiting the dentist, making it essential to have a variety of methods to properly manage the patient. One of the procedures that generates the highest anxiety in children is the infiltration of local anesthetic prior to any dental treatment. The aim of this study was to evaluate the management of anxiety in pediatric patients before the infiltration of local anesthetics. A systematic review of randomized clinical trials published between 2017 and 2024 was conducted in the Medline/PubMed, Europe PMC, Scopus, and Web of Science databases using the search strategy: “Pediatric dentistry AND Dental Anxieties AND Local Anesthesia AND Pain AND Management.” A total of 93 studies were identified, and after applying eligibility criteria, 4 studies were analyzed. The results showed that distraction techniques using virtual reality and psychological therapies were more effective in managing anxiety in children both in the short and long term. In conclusion, virtual reality stands out for its immersive capacity and immediate effectiveness, while cognitive-behavioral therapy offers a more sustained approach over time to reduce dental fear. These interventions provide valuable tools for optimizing anxiety management in pediatric dentistry and improving the pediatric patient’s experience
Impact Analysis of Phytometabolites on Oncogene Regulation and Tumor Suppression in Cancer Prevention
Full text linkPhytometabolites, which are beneficial substances that come from plants, have gotten a lot of attention lately because they might help avoid and treat cancer. Flavonoids, terpenoids, alkaloids, and polyphenols are some of these substances. They have many biological actions that change how oncogenes work and how tumors are stopped. This study looks at the molecular and cellular ways that phytometabolites affect important oncogenes and tumor suppressors, which could stop tumors from starting, spreading, and metastasizing. When phytometabolites affect oncogene regulation, they either turn off or on certain signaling pathways that manage cell growth, death, and sprouting. A lot of substances can change the production of oncogenes like c-Myc, K-Ras, and EGFR. These genes are very important in the development of many types of cancer. It is possible for these chemicals to stop the abnormal activity of oncogenes, which stops cells from multiplying and surviving. This could be a good way to avoid cancer. On the other hand, phytometabolites also raise the levels of tumor suppressors like p53, PTEN, and BRCA1/2. These proteins are very important for keeping cells healthy and stopping tumors from growing. Phytochemicals turn on these tumor suppressors, which helps cancer cells fix their DNA, stop the cell cycle, and die. Phytometabolites can also change epigenetic changes that are linked to cancer formation, such as DNA methylation, histone modification, and microRNA control. This may help their chemopreventive benefits even more. Also, the fact that natural goods contain a variety of phytometabolites may make them more effective by working together to target more than one biological process involved in cancer
Does the traditional game of Cublak Cublak Suweng teach educational values? An exploratory study
Full text linkIntroduction: Cublak Cublak Suweng (CCS) is one of the traditional games played by children in several regions of Indonesia, combining songs and dances. This game has a deep philosophy, but the educational values that emerged in the game have not been widely revealed.Aims: This study aims to explore the educational values that emerged in CCS.Methods: We conducted participant observation to obtain data in schools in the East Java province where students still played CCS. The collected data were combined with literature on the philosophy of CCS. Then, the data were used in expert discussions to reveal the educational values that emerged in CCS.Results: The findings showed that CCS lyrics have a philosophy of how to seek or find the path of truth. CCS has three domains of educational values: collaboration and cooperation, critical and strategic thinking, and moral education.Conclusions: The study suggests that developing CCS games for learning is necessary to preserve traditional games, and they can be designed to empower learners\u27 skills
Factor Loading in Pakistani Educational Blogs vs Native Educational Blogs: A Multidimensional Analysis
Full text linkThis study investigates Factor Loading between Pakistani and Native (British) English educational blogs using a corpus-based approach. In this study, co-occurring sets of linguistic traits will be identified through the use of factor analysis, a statistical technique. Drawing on the old and new multidimensional analysis frameworks proposed by Biber (1988, 2004), this study examines a corpus of 300 educational blogs, equally sourced from Pakistani and British contexts. The blogs were annotated for multidimensional analysis, with over 150 linguistic features analyzed to identify dimensions contributing to linguistic variation. stic approach. These insights contribute to a deeper understanding of digital educational discourse and its variations across cultures. So for as Involved and Informational dimensions of PEBS and NEBS is concerned, PEBS show that Pakistani bloggers use an informal tone while the Native bloggers use complex sentence structure in order to avoid informality. Moreover, PEBS use clear, concise and objective language in order to be formal and authoritative in tone while NEBS use descriptive and action oriented discourse. The interesting thing to mention is that in all other dimensions, both PEBS and NEBS have same discourse strategies. Both PEBS and NEBS use explicit discourse style for direct communication. Similarly, both PEBS and NEBS use overt persuasion as persuasion technique. Furthermore, both PEBS and NEBS use abstract language to communicate sophisticated ideas. Last and the least, both PEBS and NEBS use online information Elaboration to convey ideas clearly.
Keywords: Pakistani educational blogs, Multidimensional analysis (MDA), Factor Loadin
Impact of physical activity and body composition on cardio-vascular health post-COVID-19 in Guayaquil
Full text linkThe COVID-19 pandemic has left persistent health consequences among survivors, particularly cardiovascular complications. In this context, understanding the role of physical activity and body composition in recovery is crucial. This study aimed to analyze the impact of physical activity and body composition on cardiovascular health in COVID-19 survivors in Guayaquil, Ecuador. A cross-sectional, quantitative, and multivariate study was conducted with a sample of 200 health sciences students who had recovered from COVID-19. Data were collected through validated questionnaires and anthropometric measurements, including BMI, body fat percentage, and blood pressure. Statistical analyses included Principal Component Analysis (PCA) and K-means clustering to identify latent patterns and subgroups. The results showed that higher frequency and intensity of physical activity were significantly associated with better cardiovascular indicators and improved post-COVID-19 recovery. Individuals with unfavorable body composition, particularly high body fat, had increased cardiovascular risk. PCA identified two main components explaining 78.2% of the variance, while K-means revealed three distinct health profiles among participants. In conclusion, physical activity and body composition are critical factors influencing cardiovascular health in post-COVID-19 individuals. The findings highlight the need for tailored intervention strategies focused on promoting active lifestyles and body composition control to improve long-term cardiovascular outcomes. These insights are particularly relevant for vulnerable urban populations in Latin America
Butterfly diversity and habitat associations in a Montane ecosystem: A Case study of Mt. Ibot, Philippines
Full text linkButterflies help plants reproduce, and their caterpillars break down a lot of plant material into waste, which goes back into the ecosystem in different ways. This study aimed to identify butterfly species diversity, local and national distribution, endemism, conservation status, habitat association, and spatial distribution. Transect walks, sweep netting, and bait trapping were utilized during the collection of samples from June 21 to 26, 2024; July 23 to 28, 2024; and August 23 to 28, 2024. A total of 653 individual butterflies were recorded, representing 47 species and three identified at the genus level, across five families: Nymphalidae, Pieridae, Papilionidae, Lycaenidae, and Hesperiidae. Nymphalidae has the most abundant species (52 %). Site 2, the riparian area, exhibited the highest species recorded (N=46 spp), with a diversity index value of H\u27 = 3.694 and species evenness of E=0.873 . Site 1, agroforest, had 45 species (H’=3.543, E=768) with 294 individuals of butterflies. Site 3, the ecotourism area, recorded the fewest species, with only 44 (H\u27=3.598). Of the 47 identified species, 10 are endemic to the Philippines, while 5 are endemic to Mindanao. Discophora sondaica semperi stands out as a very rare species, both locally and nationally. Environmental factors such as temperature, humidity, canopy cover, and elevation have significantly influenced butterfly distribution. The observed floral associations suggest that the 21 plant families, especially Poaceae, Fabaceae, Moraceae, and Araceae, are potential butterfly host plants. The local distribution map was made to highlight butterflies’ habitat-specific characteristics that signify Mt. Ibot’s ecological value and the need for continuous monitoring for conservation efforts
Differentiation Learning, What Do Academics Say?
Full text linkDifferentiated learning is one of the hot topics in the world of Indonesian education today. The aim of this study is to examine the views of teachers and academics regarding their perspectives on differentiated learning. This study was conducted by distributing an online questionnaire to participants. Differentiated learning is viewed positively by teachers and academics in Indonesia and has been recognized as important to implement. Most of them have understood and implemented differentiated learning in the classroom. The challenges faced in designing and implementing differentiated learning are the lack of supporting facilities in the classroom, the existence of a zoning system that makes students homogeneous and contradicts the concept of differentiated learning, and the absence of systematic steps in implementing differentiated learning. Teachers and academics very support the concept of differentiated learning in the independent curriculum
SARIMA models for power evolution in photovoltaic systems
Full text linkIntroduction.- The increasing use of renewable energy in power generation systems has highlighted the need for efficient schemes to predict model parameters. In particular, photovoltaic systems require accurate tools to model and forecast solar energy generation behavior. Objective.-To formulate SARIMA models with high accuracy in fitting, explanation, and prediction of energy yields in solar photovoltaic systems, specifically focused on the plant located at Plaza del Duque de Béjar, Spain. Method.- A fitting strategy based on genetic algorithms was adopted to accelerate the estimation of the SARIMA model using hourly solar photovoltaic generation data. The auto.arima package in RStudio was employed as a methodological tool, enabling automatic selection and optimization of the best model parameters. Results.- The selected model was SARIMA (5,0,0)(2,1,0)242424, characterized by a stationary stochastic process with a clear seasonal component. The model showed remarkable estimation accuracy, with low standard errors in the autoregressive coefficients. Additionally, the model residuals were well-adjusted, displaying independence and absence of serial autocorrelation. Conclusions.- The proposed model demonstrated excellent predictive performance, supported by training error metrics (ME (Mean Error)= -1.344268 and MASE (Mean Absolute Scaled Error)= 0.7048786). Its sound mathematical structure and strong fit make it a reliable tool for forecasting photovoltaic solar energy in systems with similar characteristics