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Research carried out in 2007 and 2008 in Sub-Saharan Africa - Great Lakes Region, deposited in local university libraries and in the library of the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (Kigali), distributed to certain senior governmental and non-governmental officials; This book highlights the obstacles encountered by unaccompanied children during armed conflicts, both national and international, and proposes a legal framework and other remedies with which parties to the conflict should comply in order to be on good terms with international humanitarian law. The author also proposes remedies that can be applied even in peacetime. Finally, the author realises that armed conflicts are part of the history of international relations and are only a transitional period in those relations, and therefore should not be conducted in such a way as to make peace impossible.

The Brazilian construction industry has undergone countless transformations, making the sector one of the most important in the country, both for the economy and for labour. In proportion to the increase in the labour force, the number of accidents has grown significantly. The aim of this study was therefore to identify and prevent risks to the health and safety of workers on the construction site of the Social Service for Industry (SESI) in Marília, São Paulo, Brazil. To this end, a bibliographical review was carried out based on the principles and concepts of risks, the Regulatory Standard governing Civil Construction, NR-18. An analysis methodology was then set up in order to classify the risks found in each work sector. So a risk analysis was carried out, which made it possible to establish the risks found in each sector of the construction process, thus being able to assess and propose accident improvements in each sector assessed. The analysis proposed a study that serves as the basis for a review of the current practice and policy of worker health care, opening up space for new studies and discussions.

"Exploring the New Bidding and Tendering Law: Your Complete Guide to Winning in Public ProcurementThis book is your passport to exploring the intricate world of public tenders with fearlessness and mastery. Get an in-depth understanding of Brazil's recent Law on Tenders and Administrative Contracts, mastering the challenges and opportunities it presents. Written by an internationally renowned author, this book is the indispensable roadmap to success in public procurement. Open the door to a new era in public management and achieve exceptional results!"

It is important to consider the solutions that can be taken using the expertise of the readers: Creative thinking, Creative training, Evaluation of ideas, Getting an implementation plan ready, Presentation of the decision and the consultancy, Clear expertise, Commitments by obtaining the material to be used and the activities to be implemented and defining the deliverables to be given at the end of the consultancy.

This book expresses some of the factors that influence the participation of the teachers in the construction of the curricular design by competences to the university level, it is an experience lived by a study of investigation carried out in the dean's office of Sciences of the Health of the UCLA in Barquisimeto Venezuela. This is a quantitative study in the form of field research, descriptive and transversal, with the aim of determining the factors associated with the participation of teachers in the construction of the competency-based curriculum design of the UCLA Nursing Programme. The population consisted of 72 teachers from the Nursing Programme, which allowed a sample of 36 teachers to be selected, to whom a questionnaire with Likert scale response options was applied. The results showed: in relation to the affective factors, an attitude that favoured the participation of teachers in the construction of the new curriculum design. In the cognitive factors, it was found that the teachers know about nursing competences, curricula and professional profile, however, they have a weak knowledge of competences.

The theme developed focuses on the globalisation of the accountant and transformational leadership, showing the importance of this and its evolution over the years. To understand the importance of transformational leadership in the field of accounting, we start from the concept of leadership from different authors in different fields and areas, which highlights the entrepreneurial vision and teamwork to make solvent and recognised companies. It also seeks to raise awareness of the public accounting professional who not only performs his or her own work, but also generates warm working environments where everyone cooperates and feels motivated to achieve both personal and group goals.

This book on Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) is an in-depth exploration of the principles and techniques of computer-aided design, covering both the theoretical and practical aspects of creating digital drawings and models. Students are introduced to CAD software such as ArchiCAD and learn how to manipulate this tool to create technical drawings, 3D models and photorealistic renderings. The module covers in detail the fundamental concepts involved in creating plans and technical drawings, as well as managing layers and views in CAD software. Practical work in this module takes students through the process of designing buildings, creating detailed plans, 3D assemblies and animations, and producing virtual models of their projects.

This book studies the effects of the demographic dividend on economic growth in the ECOWAS region over the period 1990-2020. Using an ARDL model on panel data estimated by the Mean Group (MG) technique, the main results show that the demographic dividend has a negative effect in the short term and a positive effect on growth in the ECOWAS zone in the long term. This paper concludes that the demographic dividend and access to education are the driving determinants of economic growth in the ECOWAS zone. Our findings suggest that the governments of ECOWAS member countries need to take practical steps to better orient their skilled labor training policies. They should also propose a course of action that involves relying on local traditional leaders to provide civic education, particularly in the area of procreation. Given the ethnic and cultural diversity of most of the countries in the zone, this type of program needs to be developed from the ground up, in order to change cultural norms relating to fertility.

This book deals with the importance of water, which is one of the natural resources essential to human life and the balance of ecosystems, as well as the economy in the primary and secondary sectors. However, the decline and quality of water has become a global problem that jeopardises human survival, requiring monitoring by the competent bodies and the population in general, since water sources are subject to contamination by pathogenic micro-organisms, responsible for the transmission of waterborne diseases. With this in mind, the aim is to carry out a microbiological analysis (coliforms) of the water distributed from the underground water supply microsystem to homes in the Urumari II neighbourhood in Santarém-PA, where samples were sampled, collected and analysed using the Most Probable Number (MPN) technique using the multiple tube method. In view of the irregularities found, the presence of total coliforms and thermotolerant coliforms does not comply with the maximum legal limits permitted by ordinance 2.914/2011.

This book is the result of student Leticia Mirielle Gonçalves de França Costa's Final Course Work in Social Work (PUCPR), supervised by Professor Dr Solange Fernandes, and is the fruit of joint reflections and shared concerns about the condition of animals in our society. Based on the understanding that the phenomenon of exploitation and domination of non-human animals does not happen in isolation, but is directly related to the major structures that shape society and generate inequalities and oppression, namely: patriarchy, racism, capitalism and speciesism, we sought in this work, through a bibliographical study, to analyse the human-animal relationship from a critical perspective, involving the ethical, environmental, political and economic issues present in this relationship. Finally, we set out to understand how the animal issue relates to the Ethical-Political Project of Social Work, bringing arguments in defence of including the debate around the animal cause in professional struggles for a free, fair and equal society.

In ancient times, the horse was used to transport people, tools, weapons, and in some cases, even as a shield against Indian arrows. Nowadays there are several functions for the horse such as sport horses used for racing, rodeo, jumping, polo, riding, work, shooting, among others. In the events that use sport horses, they usually use the teeth as an indicator to calculate their ages. The age of the horse is also relevant in the purchase and sale of horses, however, most buyers or sellers do not know how to calculate their age. The objective of this project was to elaborate a manual for estimating the age of equines through their teeth. This manual aims to facilitate the determination of the age of horses with the sole purpose of serving as a tool for sporting events, producers, technicians and the general public.

This book, entitled "Learning in innovation policies: the case of the Porter report and cluster policy in Portugal", focuses on the dynamics and evolution of innovation policies in the Portuguese context, with particular emphasis on the proposals put forward by Michael Porter's report.Using a methodology that combines in-depth interviews with experts and analysis of secondary documentation, this study seeks to uncover the mechanisms underlying the different "filters" in the process of learning public policies. These filters, it turns out, have played a crucial role in shaping and influencing public policies associated with clusters in Portugal.The work is also dedicated to tracing a detailed timeline, allowing us to understand the evolution and adaptation of cluster policy from its conception, inspired by the ideas of the Porter report, to its most recent manifestations and implementations on the national scene.The results obtained in this research are revealing, highlighting not only the trajectory and metamorphosis of innovation policies in Portugal, but also the role of the Porter report and the idea of "clusters".

Cartilaginous bone tumors are a heterogeneous group of benign and malignant tumors: chondroblastomas, chondromas, osteochondromas, chondromyxoid fibromas and chondrosarcomas. The characterization of these tumors is based on a combination of clinical, radiological and anatomopathological elements. This pedagogical and didactic book provides a radiological description of the various cartilage tumors, illustrating their different presentations and the main diagnostic imaging features. The book also covers the main differential diagnoses and treatment decisions for cartilage tumors. This book is intended for radiology interns and practicing physicians.

Our investigations were conducted with Hope in Action employees in Goma, from January 1st to April 30th 2023.The overall objective was to assess the socio-economic impact of Hope in Action on improving the conditions of its agents in Goma.The methodological approach that facilitated this study was based on survey questionnaires and direct observation, as well as descriptive and analytical statistical methods.

To think and propose that a machine can replace the work of a teacher is an insult to life itself, the most fundamental purpose of education is to humanize, under no circumstances can a machine do that, to achieve the human "common-union".But the new tools demand the mastery of these, otherwise we will be condemning ourselves to eternal underdevelopment, we must do it with responsibility, ethics and humanism, otherwise we will create dystopias, this, therefore, is not a call to technique and conscience, it is a revolutionary cry to action, we must be the teachers that the world needs, we must continue to be the transformers of reality, we are the fundamental axis of a better future, so, as I always say: Innovate or die!

The following research work was based on different educational experiences in the context of continuing education and training at different formal and non-formal educational levels. In this way a communication has been developed with the main ideas developed during the study stays and research work involved. Thus, it has a message and reflection in a multi-disciplinary context in different domains of science. Although it has a solid structure based on the exact sciences, the approach of the topics addressed is also related to the Social Sciences, which are currently starting a modeling towards a context of prediction and optimization in order to predict future events that affect the society involved.

The hemophilia patient is influenced in his development not only by purely physiological aspects but also by the emotional states, worries and motivations available to him. This makes it possible to determine to a large extent the subjective well-being and the possibility of living to the fullest potential, both psychically and socially. Characterizing the quality of life perceived by a group of pediatric patients with hemophilia from the state of Guerrero in Mexico is necessary and essential.

In these pages, the author poses a profound reflection on the connection between educators and students, questioning the effectiveness of our explanations and our ability to understand their perspectives. Through an innovative research in primary education, she discovers how music can enhance academic performance in mathematics.In addition, he presents a unique didactic proposal, a Learning Situation designed to cultivate emotional self-awareness, an essential element in the formation of our elementary students. This book not only invites reflection, but also offers practical tools to enrich the educational experience.

Metabolic syndrome is a problem of concern to clinicians and many physicians and researchers. It is not a single disease, but an association of several health problems such as hypertension, obesity, dyslipidemia and diabetes mellitus that can appear simultaneously or sequentially in the same individual. To describe the prevalence of metabolic syndrome and its components in the adult population, as well as the clinical and evolutionary characteristics of this disease in patients discharged from the "Saturnino Lora" Provincial Hospital of Santiago de Cuba.

It all started at home playing, that is, in those first moments when for pleasure and almost by necessity a child enjoys playing, in this case imagining to be a teacher, children his age played other things, so their games were almost always alone; playing at being a teacher was not very striking for other children his age. He felt and believed himself to be a teacher. From an early age he would turn the rooms in his house into makeshift classrooms and the doors into writing boards to write on. He usually took the chalk from school and hid it in his suitcase to take it home so he could write down (as a self-respecting teacher) all the topics and explanations that his imaginary students had to know and memorize. Admittedly, he assumed the role of a rather traditional teacher, not very flexible, orthodox and very demanding.

In the town of Les Cayes, small traders selling food products are suffering the negative impacts of the gourde's depreciation against the dollar. This study was carried out with a view to understanding the extent to which this problem has affected their socio-economic conditions. To achieve this, we analyzed the data available on the websites of the Banque de la République d'Haïti and the Conseil National de Sécurité Alimentaire. On the other hand, we conducted a field survey through which fifty (50) small traders were interviewed.The results show that the dollar has risen sharply against the gourde, adversely affecting the socio-economic conditions of small traders. Between 2019 and 2022, the gourde lost an average of almost 30% of its value to the dollar. According to CNSA data, the price of the household food basket doubled over the period.

The game that is performed constantly manages to develop good habits while sharing moments of joy and excitement, that power must be cared for and used wisely, the role of each facilitator or instructor is to create a learning environment, through an order, process, variations that create memory and apply in adult, professional and family life.Both fathers, mothers and teachers can prevent more people with Talent from living without fulfilling their purpose and die without having known the pleasure of depending on God's will.

This book explores labor law issues related to other branches of law, in the foreground with greater emphasis on the interdisciplinary study with Corporate Law, in the secondary dimension some relevant and current connections of Labor Law with Sports. The book is organized into four main topics, the first of which deals with the (im)possibility of accumulating subordinate work and the position of director of a public limited company. The next topic is the liability of corporate groups for labor claims, and the third is sports ethics as a duty (obligation) in the employment relationship of sports players and coaches. Lastly, the phenomenon of temporary assignment in the employment contract of sports players. The aim is to provide the reader with new reflections and perspectives to help them in their professional and academic work on such complex legal issues.

Three essays to get in touch with the most innovative literature of the Southern Cone. Four of the most interesting authors from Chile, Argentina and Uruguay are analyzed in their highly explosive and brilliant aesthetics. In this text we review the pulsional origins of the act of narrating in Juan José Saer and the materialization of this speculative impulse in one of his detective novels; the neo-baroque as the symbolic realm of the mutilated body in Copi, a writer who imitates the baroque retruecano in the faralados of the freak costume; and the instrumentalization of female corporeality in two novels by Felisberto Hernández and Jorge Baradit, the former a Uruguayan artist with a unique style and the latter a representative of Chilean freak power.The three texts included focus on contemporary and avant-garde aesthetic themes as diverse as the Nouveau Roman, the Baroque and its aspects, as well as Latin American fantasy and science fiction.

Our study explores the quality of life (QoL) of patients with gonarthrosis, a global public health issue. Based on a quantitative approach and using the AMIQUAL scale, it involved 82 patients from the rheumatology department at the CHU Hédi Chaker in Sfax. The results show an average age of 60 years, an urban majority (72%), and a duration of evolution of [1-10[years for most (60.9%). The dimensions most affected were physical activities (61% with severe impairment), pain (73.2% with severe impairment), and social activities (54.9% with severe impairment). Factors influencing HRQOL included gender, age, geographic origin, BMI, duration of progression, site and type of gonarthrosis, knee deformity, and stage according to the Kellgren and Lawrence classification. The discussion highlights the significant impact of gonarthrosis on QOL, and proposes recommendations such as raising nurses' awareness and regularly informing patients about the importance of physical activity to improve QOL and prevent muscle atrophy.

"Evolution of Global Banking Governance" chronikalisiert die historische Reise und den Wandel der internationalen Bankstandards. From the establishment of the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) in 1930 to the post-World War II formation of the IMF and World Bank, the narrative delves into pivotal moments that shaped the global financial landscape. Die 1970er Jahre waren geprägt von wirtschaftlichen Turbulenzen, die 1974 zur Gründung des Basler Ausschusses für Bankenaufsicht führten, einem Katalysator für nachfolgende regulatorische Fortschritte.Das Buch bietet eine vergleichende Bewertung von Basel I, II und III und untersucht deren Stärken und Schwächen. Außerdem wird die Entwicklung der Risikomanagementpraktiken über diese Abkommen hinweg untersucht. Mit Blick nach vorne nimmt die Erzählung die zukünftige Entwicklung der internationalen Bankenregulierung vorweg, indem sie potenzielle Revisionen und die Integration neu aufkommender Technologien in Betracht zieht. "Evolution of Global Banking Governance" ist ein umfassender Leitfaden, der die gemeinschaftlichen Bemühungen beleuchtet, die die Governance-Praktiken beeinflusst und zur Stabilität des globalen Finanzsystems beigetragen haben.

Healthcare workers are more likely to be infected with SARS-CoV-2 than the general population.The objectives of our work were to describe the level of concern of healthcare professionals about COVID-19 within the CHU Hedi Chaker and CHU Habib Bourguiba in Sfax, to assess the perception of the risk of being infected by COVID-19 among this professional category, and to develop recommendations aimed at improving working conditions and reducing the risks associated with COVID-19 in order to guarantee the safety of care in our public hospitals. Our study was cross-sectional and descriptive. The target population was healthcare professionals working in the two CHUs "Hedi Chaker" and "Habib Bourguiba" in Sfax. Data were collected by means of a questionnaire including sections on the evaluation of concern related to the coronavirus pandemic and the risk of contagion by SARS-CoV-2, as well as the evaluation of the perceived risk of developing a severe or fatal form of coronavirus disease.

This book takes a deep dive into the complex world of the eye and contact lenses through four distinct chapters. The first explores ocular anatomy and ametropia correction, while comparing the effects of spectacle lenses to contact lenses. The second delves into the details of contact lens parameters, also detailing their indications, contraindications, and possible complications when fitting contact lenses. The third chapter unveils the secrets of contact lens fitting, providing in-depth training for optometrist contactologists to achieve accurate fittings. Finally, the fourth chapter focuses on specific cases, such as corneal deformities, requiring distinct adaptive approaches. Overall, this book offers a comprehensive journey from the structure of the eye to the nuances of contact lens fitting, covering a variety of situations to educate the reader in the complexities of contactology.

The historical, political and institutional importance that Peronism has had in Mendoza from the moment of its appearance in our province is unquestionable. Peronism as a political force, together with the Radical Civic Union and the Democratic Party, are the three party groupings which, in times of functioning and respect for the constitutional order, have dominated the provincial scene in the last 60 years. There are works by various authors on Radicalism and the Democratic Party, including their origins and subsequent development. However, this is not the case with Peronism. In our opinion, this debt of historical knowledge justifies the present study.

A pine forest plantation of the Pinus caribaea species was studied. The composition and structure of the forest plant formation present in the La Sabina management area, belonging to the Lomas de Banao Ecological Reserve, was determined using the standardized floristic method of sampling by census itinerary with transect bands. The physiognomic analysis of this plant formation was also carried out, using 30 species characteristic of the study area. It was found that in this anthracite plant formation the diversity is high, represented by 87 individuals of 52 species, 41 genera and 28 botanical families. The most diverse families were Bromeliaceae, Polypodiaceae, Mimosaceae, Orchidaceae and Fabaceae. The predominant tree species were Pinus caribaea, Guazuma ulmifolia, Roystonia regia and Bursera simaruba. This forest has high diversity values that demonstrate that it is a mature and structurally complex forest formation, with several vegetation strata.