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Cuentos Breves, Víctor Manuel Agüero Mollinedo

Cuaderna Vía

No abstract provided.

Full Issue, Cuaderna Vía Editors

Cuaderna Vía

No abstract provided.

Concentration Of Media Ownership

Communication Research Trends

Multi-channel cable, direct broadcast satellite and immediate access to computer data banks promise an immense variety ofinformation at our finger tips. But many are questioning whether this will mean real diversity of public access or simply many more channels in the hands of fewer and fewer industrial giants. Tne rapid introduction of new communication technologies is bringing to the fore all of the old policy dilemmas regarding concentration of economic power in the mass media. In the background are the perennial concerns to guarantee the right to communicate and to encourage diversity of opinion in the debate of public decisions. …

Secrecy, Privacy And The Right To Information

Communication Research Trends

George Orwell's 1984 is the vision of the ultimate totalitarian state. The citizens ruled by Big Brother surrender all control over their lives, their personal privacy is abolished, and government surveillance is ubiquitous and inescapable. Meanwhile, impenetrable secrecy protects and enhances the power of the rulers and their agents.

Many people find disturbing echoes of Orwell's nightmare in present-day democratic societies. They point to growing control of all aspects of everyday life by governments and large corporations, to the storage of more and more sensitive personal information in ever larger data banks, and to continuing 'Watergate type' revelations of abuse …

Video Discovery Api For Cross-Platform Content Recommendation, Salman Raza, Abhay Kumar Gupta, Hailin Wu, Weitong Liu, Trung Nguyen, Harshita Kasera, Venkata Kottapalli, Vivek Yadav, Jason Robertson, Vighnesh Raut, Vineet Kumar

Defensive Publications Series

Existing content discovery systems often require complex account linking processes or rely on device-specific data, creating fragmented user experiences across different platforms. Disclosed herein is a system and method for cross-platform content recommendation utilizing a Video Discovery API. This technology enables applications to securely transmit user activity data and content state information to a central service. The core operation involves inferring a relationship between third-party user identities and a platform’s internal user identity using device associations. This facilitates the seamless exchange and propagation of user data across various devices and platforms without explicit account linking. The primary purpose is to …

We Have Lost The Fluoride Battle..., Richard A. Mufson

SFDDA Newsletter

Editorial feature from lead editor, Dr. Richard Mufson

President's Message

SFDDA Newsletter

Monthly update from Dr. Tim Franklin, DDS with details of recent events, upcoming activities and news from the association.

Sfdda Newsletter Spring 2023

SFDDA Newsletter

SFDDA Newsletter includes regular columns with regional news impacting the South Florida District membership including: columns from the President and editor, feature articles relating to the field of dentistry, association events and upcoming activities, component news, continuing education opportunities, and classifieds.

Sfdda Newsletter Fall 2022

SFDDA Newsletter

SFDDA Newsletter includes regular columns with regional news impacting the South Florida District membership including: columns from the President and editor, feature articles relating to the field of dentistry, association events and upcoming activities, component news, continuing education opportunities, and classifieds.

Sfdda Newsletter Summer 2022

SFDDA Newsletter

SFDDA Newsletter includes regular columns with regional news impacting the South Florida District membership including: columns from the President and editor, feature articles relating to the field of dentistry, association events and upcoming activities, component news, continuing education opportunities, and classifieds.

Sfdda Newsletter Spring 2022

SFDDA Newsletter

SFDDA Newsletter includes regular columns with regional news impacting the South Florida District membership including: columns from the President and editor, feature articles relating to the field of dentistry, association events and upcoming activities, component news, continuing education opportunities, and classifieds.

Sfdda Newsletter Summer 2023

SFDDA Newsletter

SFDDA Newsletter includes regular columns with regional news impacting the South Florida District membership including: columns from the President and editor, feature articles relating to the field of dentistry, association events and upcoming activities, component news, continuing education opportunities, and classifieds.

The Role Of Sglt2 Inhibitors In Atherosclerosis: A Systematic Review, Mohammad Hamza Bin Abdul Maik, Muhammad Ibtisam, Sarah Sheikh, Muhammad Awais Bin Abdul Malik, Ayesha Ihsan, Muhammad Arham, Usman Haq, Abida Parveen

Journal of Community Hospital Internal Medicine Perspectives

Background

Atherosclerosis, a major cause of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality, involves lipid accumulation, endothelial dysfunction, inflammation, and oxidative stress. Sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitors, initially developed for type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), have demonstrated cardiovascular benefits beyond glycemic control. Emerging evidence suggests their potential role in slowing atherosclerosis progression and enhancing plaque stability.

Methods

A systematic review of PubMed, Scopus, Embase, and Cochrane Library databases was conducted to identify preclinical and clinical studies on SGLT2 inhibitors and atherosclerosis. Studies published in English up to December 2024 were screened using predefined criteria. Data on mechanisms, lipid metabolism, endothelial function, vascular inflammation, and …

Los Pelirrojos, Gabriella Mayer

INTI: Revista de literatura hispánica

No abstract provided.

Anatomía De Un Violonchelo [O Análisis Forense], Fernando Díaz San Miguel

INTI: Revista de literatura hispánica

No abstract provided.

Del Corazón Todavía, Silda Cordoliani

INTI: Revista de literatura hispánica

No abstract provided.

El Agua Y La Sombra O La Eternidad Fugaz Del Esplendor: La Poesía De Enrique Servín Herrera, Lilvia Soto

INTI: Revista de literatura hispánica

No abstract provided.

Artificial Intelligence Policies In Bioethics And Health Humanities: A Comparative Analysis Of Publishers And Journals, Christopher Bobier, Daniel Rodger, Daniel Hurst

Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine Departmental Research

INTRODUCTION: Rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) pose novel ethical and practical challenges for scholarly publishing. Although AI-related policies are emerging in many disciplines, little is known about the extent and clarity of AI guidance in bioethics and health humanities journals.

METHODS: A search of publicly available journal lists from the American Society for Bioethics and Humanities, Health Humanities Consortium, and Association for Medical Humanities was supplemented with Google Scholar's top 20 bioethics journals ranked by h5-index. This yielded 54 unique journals, of which 50 remained after excluding those without a functional website or recent publications. AI policies were reviewed …

Presentación: Ciudad Y Modernidad En La Novela Venezolana De Entre Milenios., Miguel Gomes

INTI: Revista de literatura hispánica

No abstract provided.

Las Ciudades Son Los Ríos: Urbes, Transfiguraciones Y Selva En La Narrativa De José Balza, Juan Carlos Chirinos

INTI: Revista de literatura hispánica

No abstract provided.

Los Fantasmas De La Modernidad En Muerte En El Guaire De Raquel Rivas Rojas, María Fernanda Lander

INTI: Revista de literatura hispánica

No abstract provided.

“La Historia Más Que Un Bello Bosque Es Un Bosque Sangrante”. Conversación Con La Escritora Elisa Lerner, Arturo Gutiérrez Plaza

INTI: Revista de literatura hispánica

No abstract provided.

Kira Nikanorova, Antonio López Ortega

INTI: Revista de literatura hispánica

No abstract provided.

Wrapped In The American Flag: Liberal Activism And Queer Political Organizing Post-1940s, Sam Markley

IdeaFest

By analyzing the United States Lavender Scare and immigration policy of the 1950s, this paper attempts to shed light on how the distinction between “American” and “Un-American” remains at the center of Queer rights advocacy. The heightened fear over the survival of the nation, along with the view of Queer immigrants as threats to the nation, was used to tighten immigration restrictions. This restriction, however, is complicated by existing prejudices against racial minorities and women. Queer rights groups began to rise to prominence during this time and mobilize against claims that they were anti-American or subversive deviants, working through the …

Third To Fifth-Grade Teachers’ Challenges When Teaching Reading Comprehension Skills To English Language Learners In Northern Virginia, Lorraine A. Wickham-Ellis

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Third to fifth-grade teachers in a Northern Virginia Title 1 elementary school faced challenges when teaching reading comprehension skills to English language learners (ELLs) which impacted ELLs’ performance on state-mandated tests. Framed by Cummins’s second language acquisition theory, the purpose of this basic qualitative study was to explore third to fifth-grade teachers’ challenges in teaching reading comprehension skills to ELLs and their suggestions for improved training and resources in a Northern Virginia Title 1 elementary school. Two research questions addressed the teachers’ challenges and suggestions for improved training and resources. Semistructured interviews were used to collect qualitative data from nine, …

Introduction To Sociology: Sociology - An Introduction, Dr. Marcia Morrison Ph.D.

Open Educational Resources

This comprehensive overview explores the foundational concepts, historical evolution, and seminal theorists of sociology, tracing its origins from the transformative revolutions of the 18th and 19th centuries to its modern-day significance. Central themes include the sociological imagination of C. Wright Mills, the complex interplay between individual experience and societal structure, and the pivotal roles of social structure, action, functional integration, power, and culture in shaping human relations. The discussion highlights the lasting contributions of early sociologists such as Auguste Comte, Adam Smith, Karl Marx, Émile Durkheim, Max Weber, and George Herbert Mead, examining how their theories continue to inform contemporary …

Introduction To Sociology: Interaction And Social Structure, Dr. Marcia Morrison Ph.D.

Open Educational Resources

Abstract

This paper explores the intricate interplay between micro- and macro-sociological perspectives on social interaction, identity, and structure. Through an examination of theoretical approaches such as symbolic interactionism, dramaturgy, and social exchange, it highlights how individuals construct and perform identities within complex webs of social expectations—particularly shaped by factors like race, status, and role dynamics. The discussion extends to the function of social networks in influencing opportunities, notably in the context of employment, underscoring the nuanced role of weak ties. The analysis further delves into the significance of social status, distinguishing between ascribed, achieved, master, and salient statuses, and examines …

Cuentos, Fragmentos, Aforismos Astronómicos E Imágenes, Fray Juan Antonio Navarrete

INTI: Revista de literatura hispánica

No abstract provided.

Introduction To Sociology: Sex And Gender, Dr. Marcia Morrison Ph.D.

Open Educational Resources

Abstract

This paper explores the complex interplay between sex and gender, focusing on how societal structures, historical contexts, and cultural norms shape gender roles and expectations. Drawing on the works of influential theorists such as Margaret Mead and researchers like Maccoby and Jacklin, the discussion distinguishes between biological sex differences and socially constructed gender distinctions. The analysis highlights the pervasive influence of gender socialization through agents such as family, peers, educational institutions, and media, which collectively reinforce stereotypes and stratify opportunities for individuals. The evolution of gender stratification is traced from the post-World War II era to the present, documenting …

Introduction To Sociology: Culture, Dr. Marcia Morrison Ph.D.

Open Educational Resources

Abstract

A Synthesis of Sociological Perspectives on Culture and Social Evolution This paper provides an in-depth exploration of culture as a foundational element in the study of sociology, dissecting its central components—knowledge, language, symbols, values, norms, and material objects—and their profound impact on society. Through the examination of cultural integration and diversity, the analysis foregrounds the dynamic tensions between assimilation and the preservation of subcultures, illustrating how these forces shape identities, relationships, and social cohesion in contemporary contexts. The discussion offers nuanced insights into the processes by which dominant and minority cultures interact, negotiate power, and navigate the challenges of …