In order to extract hesperidin from Citrus aurantium L. through green and efficient ways, a novel method based on deep eutectic solvent (DES) assisted extraction has been developed. Compared to known alkali extraction and acid precipitation or organic solvent (ethanol, methanol) extraction, this new DES system of choline chloride/diethanolamine (DES-14) method exhibited excellent extraction efficiency for hesperidin. Under optimal conditions, the extraction yield of hesperidin reached 6.26 ± 0.05%. Further studies with infrared spectroscopy, 1H nuclear magnetic resonance, and density functional theory showed the DES-14 was formed mainly through the interaction of H-bond and van der Waals forces. In addition, scanning electron microscopy and density functional theory revealed the strong dissolving capacity, and the H-bond formation between DES-14 and hesperidin, as well as van der Waals forces all contributed to efficient extraction of hesperidin. The results provide a new strategy for efficient extraction and utilization of hesperidin in Citrus. L ways (DES developed ethanol, ethanol (ethanol methanol chloridediethanolamine chloride diethanolamine DES14 14 (DES-14 conditions 626 6 26 6.2 005 0 05 0.05% spectroscopy H resonance DES-1 Hbond bond addition capacity DES1 1 (DES-1 62 2 6. 00 0.05 DES- (DES- 0.0 0.

Resumo: Este artigo apresenta uma reflexão sobre como o conhecimento explícito e tácito teve impacto no desenvolvimento de inovações em sete empresas do setor alimentar costarriquenho pertencentes à Câmara Costarriquenha da Indústria Alimentar (CACIA). O que foi dito acima é do interesse de derivar implicações para o sistema educativo costarriquenho. A investigação realizada baseouse em um enfoque qualitativo, através da aplicação de entrevistas semiestruturadas a agentes de cada uma das empresas. Os resultados mostram que ambas as formas de conhecimento desempenharam um papel central na consecução de diversas inovações em cada uma das organizações. Ao mesmo tempo, derivam seis implicações para o sistema educativo, na sua condição de instituição socializadora e construtora de conhecimentos e capacidades, para uma sociedade que exige pessoas inovadoras.

Resumen: En este artículo, se presenta una reflexión sobre cómo el conocimiento explícito y tácito tuvo incidencia en el desarrollo de innovaciones en siete empresas del sector alimentario costarricense pertenecientes a la Cámara Costarricense de la Industria Alimentaria (CACIA). Lo anterior con el interés de derivar implicaciones para el sistema educativo costarricense. La investigación realizada se sustentó en un enfoque cualitativo, por medio de la aplicación de entrevistas semiestructuradas a agentes en cada una de las empresas. En los resultados, se constata que ambas formas de conocimiento jugaron un papel central en la consecución de diversas innovaciones, en cada una de las organizaciones. A la vez que derivan seis implicaciones para el sistema educativo, en su condición de institución socializadora y constructora de conocimientos y capacidades, para una sociedad que demanda personas innovadoras.

Abstract: This article offers a reflection on the impact of explicit and tacit knowledge on the development of innovations in seven Costa Rican food industry companies that are members of the Costa Rican Chamber of Food Industry (CACIA, in Spanish). This was done with the purpose of deriving implications for the Costa Rican educational system. The research was a qualitative approach, based on the application of semi-structured interviews with officers in each of the companies. The results show that both forms of knowledge play a central role in the achievement of various innovations in each of the organizations. The results also suggest six implications for the education system as a socializing institution and a builder of knowledge and skills for a society that demands innovative people.

ABSTRACT. The essay addresses the contemporary problem of the sources of obligation in light of the development of law that has given rise to obligations of protection-subspecie of obligations in the classical sense-. In particular, the article 1173 of the Italian Civil Code, by providing that sources of obligations can also be facts or acts capable of producing them in accordance with the legal system, opens itself to a progressive typicality: the judge, although he cannot create atypical obligations in the strict sense, can recognize new ones by applying general principles and rules of the legal system. From this perspective, pre-contractual liability based on the obligation of good faith and other provisions of the civil code establish a principle of protection of reliance, especially when it comes to professional activities. Hence an important innovation that adds to contracts and illicit acts the reliance arising from qualified social contacts, as sources of a liability that can be called relational.

RESUMEN. El ensayo aborda el problema contemporáneo de las fuentes de la obligación a la luz del desarrollo del derecho que ha hecho emerger las obligaciones de protección -subespecie de obligaciones en el sentido clásico-. En particular, el artículo 1173 del Código Civil italiano, al prever como fuentes de las obligaciones los hechos o actos capaces de producirlas de conformidad con el ordenamiento jurídico, se abre a una tipicidad progresiva: el juez, aunque no pueda crear obligaciones atípicas en sentido estricto, puede reconocer otras nuevas aplicando principios y normas generales del ordenamiento jurídico. Desde esta perspectiva, la responsabilidad precontractual basada en la obligación de buena fe y otras disposiciones del código civil establecen un principio de protección de la confianza especialmente cuando se trata de actividades profesionales. De ahí una importante innovación que suma a los contratos y hechos ilícitos la confianza surgida de contactos sociales calificados, como fuentes de una responsabilidad que puede denominarse relacional.

Abstract Over the last few years, a context of poverty and uncertainty has been looming over the future of Brazil, bringing an increase in cost of living and unemployment along with it. In the face of this scenario, it is necessary to look for other opportunities for work and remuneration. As such, entrepreneurship appears as a possibility to generate an income source. Entrepreneurs do not always start businesses following conventional management theories, as they are subjects just looking for an opportunity to help them survive. This study looks for a possible characterization of the social innovator in a crossroads through the theories of three authors: Souza Neto, Sarasvathy and Carrieri, who focus on the entrepreneur performing social innovation, generating income for themselves and, most times, solving issues that have not been yet solved by the State in their territory. This study compares the aforementioned theories through an integrational literature review performed in 2022, with field observations of the researchers with entrepreneurs in peripheral areas as of 15 years ago. The objective is to characterize the social innovator in a crossroads in an attempt to extend the field of view to the small entrepreneur using gaps in the system, without systematic knowledge of management to perform their entrepreneurial activities.

Resumen Un contexto de pobreza e incertidumbre sobre el futuro azota a la población brasileña en los últimos años, trayendo consigo aumento del costo de vida y desempleo. En este escenario, es necesario buscar otras oportunidades de trabajo y remuneración. El emprendimiento por necesidad surge entonces como una opción posible para generar ingresos. Y estos emprendedores no siempre inician sus negocios de acuerdo con las teorías administrativas convencionales, ya que son individuos que buscan oportunidades de supervivencia. Este trabajo busca una posible caracterización del innovador social encrucijada, a través de la teoría de tres autores: Souza Neto, Sarasvathy y Carrieri, quien es el emprendedor que innova socialmente generando ingresos para sí mismo y la mayor parte del tiempo resolviendo problemas que aún no han sido resueltos por el Estado en sus territorios. Buscamos caracterizar al innovador social en la encrucijada en un intento de ampliar la mirada de este pequeño empresario que aprovecha los vacíos del sistema sin un conocimiento sistemático de la administración para llevar a cabo su forma de emprender.

Resumo Há um contexto de pobreza e incerteza perante o futuro no Brasil dos últimos anos, trazendo consigo o aumento do custo de vida e o desemprego. Nesse cenário faz-se necessária a busca por outras oportunidades de trabalho e remuneração. O empreendedorismo por necessidade surge, então, como uma opção possível para gerar renda. Estes empreendedores nem sempre começam os seus negócios de acordo com as teorias administrativas convencionais, pois são sujeitos que buscam oportunidades de sobrevivência. Este trabalho busca uma possível caracterização do inovador social de encruzilhada, através da teoria de três autores: Souza Neto, Sa-rasvathy e Carrieri, que focam no empreendedor que inova socialmente gerando renda para si e, na maior parte das vezes, resolvendo questões que ainda não foram resolvidas pelo Estado em seus territórios. Este trabalho compara estas teorias por meio de uma revisão integrativa de literatura realizada em 2022, com as observações de campo das pesquisadoras com empreendedores periféricos, há 15 anos. Buscamos caracterizar o inovador social de encruzilhada na tentativa de ampliar o olhar para esse pequeno empreendedor que utiliza as brechas do sistema sem um conhecimento sistemático de administração para realizar a sua forma de empreender.

SUMMARY: In current study, we used Nissl staining to examine the histological structure of the juvenile Chinese alligator brain, and immunohistochemistry (IHC) staining to detail the serotonin (5-hydroxytryptamine, 5-HT) localization and morphology of neurons belonging to the serotonergic system. Nissl staining revealed that the Chinese alligator brain was divided into four regions (telencephalon, diencephalon, brainstem, and cerebellum) and a connected ventricular system (containing the pair of lateral ventricles, third ventricle, fourth ventricle and the aqueduct). According to the IHC results, 5-HT immunoreactive (5-HT-IR) neurons were primarily observed in the cerebral cortex, the hypothalamic paraventricular nucleus (PH), tectum and tegmentum of the optic lobes, the medial longitudinal fasciculus (Flm) of medulla oblongata and the cerebellar cortex. 5-HT-IR fibers were mostly located lateral to the hypothalamic paraventricular nucleus (PH), in the medial vestibular nucleus (MVe) of the medulla oblongata, and in the choroid plexus (CP) of the lateral ventricles. Additionally, our findings paralleled those results of other reptiles; nevertheless, some distinctions in terms of both histological architecture and function were identified. The layering of the cerebral cortex and tectum, as well as the arrangement of Purkinje cells, differed between reptile brains. The distribution of 5-HT-IR neurons varied in the layer of cerebral and cerebellar cortex when compared to other reptiles. Within the diencephalon, 5-HT-IR neurons formed distinct nuclei in the hypothalamic paraventricular nucleus (PH), but few in the infundibular recess.

RESUMEN: Utilizamos la tinción de Nissl para examinar la estructura histológica del cerebro juvenil del caimán chino y la tinción inmunohistoquímica (IHC) para detallar la localización y morfología de la serotonina (5-hidroxitriptamina, 5-HT) de las neuronas que pertenecen al sistema serotoninérgico. La tinción de Nissl reveló que el cerebro del caimán chino estaba dividido en cuatro regiones (telencéfalo, diencéfalo, tronco encefálico y cerebelo) y un sistema ventricular conectado (que contiene el par de ventrículos laterales, el tercer ventrículo, el cuarto ventrículo y el acueducto). Según los resultados de IHC, las neuronas inmunorreactivas 5-HT (5-HT-IR) se observaron principalmente en la corteza cerebral, el núcleo paraventricular (PH) hipotalámico, el tectum y tegmento de los lóbulos ópticos, el fascículo longitudinal medial (Flm) de médula oblonga y la corteza cerebelosa. Las fibras 5-HT-IR se ubicaron principalmente lateral al núcleo paraventricular (PH) hipotalámico, en el núcleo vestibular medial (MVe) de la médula oblonga y en el plexo coroideo (CP) de los ventrículos laterales. Además, nuestros hallazgos fueron semejantes a los resultados obtenidos de otros reptiles; sin embargo, se identificaron algunas distinciones en términos tanto de arquitectura histológica como de función. Las capas de la corteza cerebral y el tectum, así como la disposición de las neuronas purkinjenses, diferían entre los cerebros de los reptiles. La distribución de las neuronas 5-HT-IR varió en la capa de la corteza cerebral y cerebelosa en comparación con otros reptiles. Dentro del diencéfalo, las neuronas 5-HT-IR formaron núcleos distintos en el núcleo paraventricular (PH) hipotalámico, pero pocos en el receso infundibular.

This article is located within current debates on engaged science and learning in higher education, with emphasis on types of learning emerging from engaged sustainability science, and associated contributions to debates on decoloniality in higher education. In particular, the article deliberates how a focus on sustainability science practised as place-based transgressive learning can add to debates on decoloniality in higher education. Through analysis of two case studies, we propose that co-engaged place-based research and learning emerges as a form of multi-loop, transgressive learning that offers possibilities for advancing understanding of decolonising learning processes, at least in those parts of the higher education system where the learning and sustainability sciences meet. This is offered as an approach to deepen science engagement in contemporary African contexts. SIGNIFICANCE: The article offers insight into how science engagement practised as place-based, transgressive learning can contribute to decolonisation of higher education, especially through learning processes. It draws on insight from the learning sciences (notably Bateson's work on single, double and triple loop learning, but also theory from decolonial, expansive and transgressive learning) and shows how this can deepen understandings of science engagement practised as place-based transgressive learning.

The utilisation of online platform Blackboard Learn for Teaching and Learning (T & L) has become an essential and obligatory component of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). This study research aims to examine the difficulties and potential of its implementation at a Historically Disadvantaged Institution (HDI) like University of Limpopo (UL), with a focus on the Bachelor of Arts (BA) programme in Criminology and Psychology (Crim & Psych) as guided by University of Limpopo Faculty of Humanities Multimodal Teaching and Learning Plan (UL FHMTLP). This qualitative study employed an empirical research design, selecting Twelve (12) permanent Academics/Lecturers from the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice at UL for interview purposes. The verbatim responses from the interviews were analysed to identify the key themes and sub-themes of the study using the inductive Thematic Content Analysis (TCA) method. This study revealed that there is a lack of utilisation of Blackboard Learn at UL, as well as ineffective adaptation of current strategies and UL FHMTLP implementations. Many Lecturers still depend on contact T & L and the use of Blackboard Learn to connect the operations of this programme is currently unsuccessful. Recommendations consist of regular training and refreshment courses on the application of this technology, such as the Learning Management System (LMS) provided by the Information and Communications Technology [ICT]-electronic-(e)-Learning Unit. This could potentially facilitate collaborations between Natural Sciences (Technology - Blackboard Learn) and Human Sciences (Crim & Psych) to generate new knowledge, while also clearly providing the advantages of technology utilisation for T & L at UL. This kind of innovation could accommodate "economical, educational, technical, and social transformations" to address the mentioned challenges and opportunities, while making contributions to the field of professorship, with a focus on the South African Future Professors Programme (FPP) Phase 2 Cohort 1 2022-2023, utilising Blackboard Learn for T & L in a HDI to outline the existing challenges and possibilities.

The National Development Plan (NDP) advocates for the elimination of poverty, and the reduction of inequality by 2030. These goals can only be achieved if we harness the energies of the people, build an inclusive economy, develop skills, improve the capacity of the state and promote leadership and partnerships across society. This is to be achieved through transforming society more equitably and at the same time making the country more competitive in the global economic system. The article seeks to explore how institutions of higher learning can be transformed through the production of future professors with a developmental agenda. Therefore, the NDP advocates continuous professional development, lifelong learning and knowledge production, and innovation as a focus for building the capacity of individuals and society. The article employed the modernisation theory as a vehicle to drive social change and transformation in higher education. The article employed a systematic review of the literature on transformation and social change in higher education as advocated in the NDP. The findings of the article show that universal human development can be achieved by respecting human rights, promoting equality and empowering people to exercise the opportunities and choices they value in higher education. The article recommends that a structured interaction between lecturers and students within the context of transformative change and social justice should be prioritised in higher education. This can only be achieved through preparing the future professor with a developmental agenda to assist in shaping higher education by designing a curriculum that responds to the needs of the current cohort of students.

Resumen Este artículo analiza, a través de la simulación, dos sistemas de desarrollo regional en dos regiones de Chile (Antofagasta y Coquimbo), para contrastar su potencial para promover el desarrollo endógeno. Los modelos se elaboraron con la plataforma de simulación Social SocLab, la cual se basa en la teoría de los sistemas de acción organizada. El modelo se nutre de información proveniente de entrevistas con las partes interesadas, estrechamente relacionadas con la toma de decisiones en la asignación de fondos públicos para la innovación y el desarrollo productivo. Comparando los modelos con un enfoque cualitativo, los resultados muestran que el modelo descentralizado de Antofagasta tiene mayor potencia para promover el desarrollo endógeno, al permitir un alto grado de influencia y coordinación entre los actores locales y presentar un mejor estado de recursos críticos para este propósito, mientras que el modelo centralizado de Coquimbo presenta un gran dominio y autonomía de un solo actor (gobierno central) sobre otros actores locales, que de esta manera corren el riesgo de desvincularse del interés regional. Este documento es original y es pionero porque aplica con éxito una plataforma de simulación basada en una teoría social bien conocida (sistema de acción organizado) para modelar y simular dos sistemas de actores responsables del desarrollo endógeno regional, a fin de comprenderlos mejor, compararlos a la luz de algunos atributos para el desarrollo endógeno y luego elaborar algunas políticas de mejora en este sentido.

Abstract This paper analyses, through simulations, two regional development models to contrast their potential to promote endogenous development in two Chilean regions (Antofagasta and Coquimbo). The models were developed with the SocLab social simulation platform, which is based on the theory of Organized Action Systems. The models' input was generated by interviews with stakeholders closely involved in the allocation of public funds for innovation and productive development. The results show that Antofagasta's decentralised model promotes endogenous development by permitting a high degree of influence and coordination among local actors, while presenting a better state of critical resources for this purpose. For the Coquimbo region, the centralised model presents greater dominance and autonomy of a single actor (central government) over other actors who should respond to the local interest. The models were compared by using a qualitative approach. The novelty of the paper relies on the application of a simulation platform based on the Organized Action System theory to model and simulate two systems of actors responsible for regional endogenous development. The proposed approach helps to better understand and compare different development models which contribute to policy making.

ABSTRACT This research analyzes the level of satisfaction of public financing programs for the strengthening of Technological Innovation processes in Paraguayan companies: Case of the DETIEC Program (Technological Development, Innovation and Conformity) Assessment of Council National Science and Technology (CONACYT). This study is descriptive and not experimental, a mixed methodology has been used, which combines a qualitative and quantitative analysis. Likert scale surveys have been used, as well as questionnaire guides for the interview with technicians from the DETIEC program, where among the most important results it has been observed that the beneficiary companies have been able to train their Human Capital, as well as link up with foreign companies. and improve its production on the other hand, among the weaknesses, the lack of trained collaborators to submit proposals to government entities to compete for public funds stands out.

RESUMEN Este trabajo de investigación tiene por finalidad analizar el nivel de satisfacción de los programas públicos de financiamiento para el fortalecimiento de los procesos de Innovación Tecnológica en las empresas paraguayas: Caso del Programa DETIEC (Desarrollo Tecnológico, Innovación y Evaluación de la Conformidad), del Consejo Nacional de Ciencia y Tecnología (CONACYT). Este estudio es de carácter descriptivo y no experimental, se ha utilizado una metodología mixta, la cual combina un análisis cualitativo y cuantitativo. Se han utilizado encuestas en escala Likert, y también cuestionario guías para la entrevista a técnicos del programa DETIEC, donde se han observado entre los resultados más importantes se destacan que las empresas beneficiarias han podido capacitar a su Capital Humano, así como vincularse con empresas extranjeras y mejorar su producción, por otra parte, entre las debilidades se resalta la falta de colaboradores capacitados para postular propuestas a entes del Gobierno para concursar a fondos públicos.

Abstract In this article, we present a case study whose objective was to analyze the regional management of state higher education institutions by conducting a theoretical review of innovation systems approaches. We carried out a qualitative interpretive study and qualitative data analysis, with a case study design. The information collection techniques used were diverse: documentary analysis and interviews. The results indicate that regional management in state higher education institutions has evolved since their inception, following the governance guidelines established by the educational institutions for their development and regional innovation systems. However, the results show regional challenges in terms of financial sustainability, branch management, academic offerings, inter-university articulation, and governance. At the regional level, there are a series of actors in Costa Rica who participate in the dynamics of regional governance, among them are state universities playing a fundamental role as promoters of social, economic, and environmental development in localities. We face significant challenges in the realm of territorial planning and governance, which include coordination between multiple levels of planning and diverse actors, as well as the alignment of various territorial development strategies. These intricately related elements require meticulous management to ensure cohesive and sustainable regional development. Academic interest in regional innovation systems has been on the rise, particularly concerning the generation and diffusion of knowledge. Within this field, the concepts of proximity and concentration become especially relevant, enhancing regional approaches. Formulating effective policies to drive regional innovation is crucial not only to understand the innovation and learning capacity of companies but also the performance of the sectoral innovation system.

Resumen En el presente artículo presentamos un estudio de caso cuyo objetivo fue analizar la gestión regional de las instituciones de educación superior estatal realizando una revisión teórica de los enfoques de sistemas de innovación. Realizamos un estudio cualitativo de corte interpretativo y cualitativo de análisis de datos, con un diseño de estudio de caso. Las técnicas de recolección de información fueron diversas: análisis documental y entrevistas. Los resultados indican que la gestión regional en las instituciones de educación superior estatal ha evolucionado desde su creación, siguiendo la pauta de la gobernanza establecida por las casas de enseñanza para su desarrollo y los sistemas de innovación regional, sin embargo, los resultados muestran desafíos regionales en materia de: sostenibilidad financiera, gestión de sedes, oferta académica, articulación interuniversitaria y gobernanza. A nivel regional existen una serie de actores en Costa Rica que participan de la dinámica de gobernanza regional, dentro de estas están las universidades estatales desempeñando un papel fundamental como promotor del desarrollo social, económico y ambiental de las localidades. Nos enfrentamos a desafíos significativos en la esfera de la planificación y gobernanza territorial, que incluyen la coordinación entre múltiples niveles de planificación y diversos actores y la alineación de variadas estrategias de desarrollo territorial. Estos elementos, intrincadamente relacionados, requieren una gestión meticulosa para asegurar un desarrollo cohesivo y sostenible de las regiones. El interés académico en los sistemas regionales de innovación ha ido en ascenso, particularmente en lo que respecta a la generación y difusión del conocimiento. Dentro de este campo, los conceptos de proximidad y concentración adquieren especial relevancia, potenciando los enfoques regionales. Para formular políticas efectivas que impulsen la innovación regional es crucial comprender no solo la capacidad de innovación y aprendizaje de las empresas, sino también el rendimiento del sistema sectorial de innovación.

Resumo No presente artigo, apresentamos um estudo de caso cujo objetivo foi analisar a gestão regional das instituições de ensino superior estatais realizando uma revisão teórica dos enfoques de sistemas de inovação. Realizamos um estudo qualitativo de corte interpretativo e análise de dados qualitativa, com um design de estudo de caso. As técnicas de coleta de informações foram diversas: análise documental e entrevistas. Os resultados indicam que a gestão regional nas instituições de ensino superior estatais evoluiu desde a sua criação, seguindo as diretrizes de governança estabelecidas pelas instituições educacionais para seu desenvolvimento e os sistemas de inovação regional. No entanto, os resultados mostram desafios regionais em termos de: sustentabilidade financeira, gestão de campi, oferta acadêmica, articulação interuniversitária e governança. A nível regional, existem uma série de atores na Costa Rica que participam da dinâmica de governança regional, entre eles as universidades estatais desempenhando um papel fundamental como promotoras do desenvolvimento social, econômico e ambiental das localidades. Enfrentamos desafios significativos na esfera do planejamento e governança territorial, que incluem a coordenação entre múltiplos níveis de planejamento e diversos atores, bem como a alinhamento de diversas estratégias de desenvolvimento territorial. Esses elementos, intrinsecamente relacionados, requerem uma gestão cuidadosa para garantir um desenvolvimento coeso e sustentável das regiões. O interesse acadêmico nos sistemas regionais de inovação tem aumentado, especialmente no que diz respeito à geração e difusão do conhecimento. Dentro deste campo, os conceitos de proximidade e concentração adquirem especial relevância, fortalecendo as abordagens regionais. Para formular políticas eficazes que impulsionem a inovação regional, é crucial compreender não apenas a capacidade de inovação e aprendizado das empresas, mas também o desempenho do sistema setorial de inovação.

Abstract The article presents an analysis of the Incorporation of Disaster Risk Management (DRM) in the curricula of the teaching of Social Studies (ES) in Costa Rica and its treatment in a series of textbooks for secondary school during the period 1991-2016. The objective of the research was to analyze the evolution of the topic, to recognize its didactic and curricular changes during the study period. This article arises from a research project that was developed at the National University of Costa Rica during the period 2017-2020 and which took as its central axes DRM in Costa Rica, public policies in relation to the subject and the development of materials. for teaching. Methodologically, the proposal is qualitative and was based on documentary research for the collection and analysis of data. It is an exploratory study, since there is no other similar research in the field of ES. The units of analysis are made up of two groups of information that are the basis for collecting information. The first are the ES programs between 1991-2016 that included the topic of DRM and the second are the textbooks of both disciplines that included information regarding the research problem. The information comes from the study plans of the Ministry of Public Education (MEP) developed for the study period and from different libraries where the textbooks proposed by various publishers were located. As a result, it was obtained that DRM had political will for its incorporation into the educational system, but the curricular proposals were monotonous and with little innovation. The same results were obtained from the analysis of textbooks, where the activities showed little didactic effort on the part of the publishing houses. Being an exploratory study, it opens the possibility that other proposals can be proposed with different approaches from research in ES.

Resumen El artículo presenta un análisis sobre la incorporación de la Gestión del Riesgo de Desastres (GRD) en las mallas curriculares de la enseñanza de los Estudios Sociales (ES) en Costa Rica y su tratamiento en una serie de libros de texto para secundaria durante el período 1991-2016. El objetivo de la investigación fue analizar la evolución del tema para reconocer sus cambios didácticos y curriculares durante el período de estudio. Este artículo se desprende de un proyecto de investigación que se desarrolló en la Universidad Nacional de Costa Rica durante el período 2017-2020 y que tomó como ejes centrales la GRD en Costa Rica, las políticas públicas en relación con la temática y la elaboración de materiales para la docencia. Metodológicamente, el trabajo es de corte cualitativo y se basó en la investigación documental para la recolección y análisis de los datos. Es un estudio de corte exploratorio, pues no se cuenta con otra investigación similar en el campo de los ES. Se presentan dos unidades de análisis que fueron la base para la recolección de la información. La primera corresponde a los programas de ES comprendidos entre 1991-2016 que incluyeron el tema de las GRD, y la segunda, los libros de texto de ambas disciplinas que incluyeron información referente al problema de investigación. La información proviene de los planes de estudio del Ministerio de Educación Pública (MEP) desarrollados para el período de estudio y de diferentes bibliotecas donde se logró ubicar los libros de texto. Como resultado se obtuvo que la GRD contó con voluntad política para su incorporación en el sistema educativo, pero las propuestas curriculares fueron monótonas y con poca innovación. Los mismos resultados se obtuvieron del análisis de libros de texto, pues las actividades mostraron poco empeño didáctico por parte de las casas editoriales. Al ser un estudio exploratorio abre la posibilidad para plantear otras iniciativas con diferentes enfoques desde la investigación en ES.

Abstract Introduction: Higher education plays a crucial role in the innovation system of the K-economy by generating substantial scientific and technical advancements and fostering innovative individuals. It is essential to investigate the K-economy readiness of the education sector, as past studies have mostly focused on this topic in the industrial sector. Objective: To determine the effect of entrepreneurial thinking, ICT skills, social and cross-cultural skills, and career readiness on the K-economy readiness of undergraduate students. Methods: This research question was answered using multiple regression analysis of survey data collected from 578 undergraduate students of Economics Education at six teacher-based universities on the island of Java, Indonesia. Results: This study found that entrepreneurial thinking, ICT skills, social and cross-cultural skills, and career readiness all positively and significantly affect the K-economy readiness of undergraduate students. Conclusion: Implementing education policy adjustments based on this study's findings can enhance student knowledge and skill development in higher education to increase competitiveness in the K-economy. Higher education needs to rely on information and innovation to effectively contribute to economic and social growth sustainably through the K-economy.

Resumo Introdução: O ensino superior desempenha um papel crucial no sistema de inovação da K-economia, gerando avanços científicos e técnicos substanciais e promovendo indivíduos inovadores. É essencial investigar a prontidão para a K-economia no setor educacional, uma vez que estudos anteriores se concentraram principalmente neste tópico no setor industrial. Objetivo: Determinar o efeito do pensamento empreendedor, habilidades em TIC, habilidades sociais e interculturais, e preparação para a carreira na preparação para a K-economia em estudantes de graduação. Métodos: Esta questão de pesquisa foi respondida por meio de análise de regressão múltipla de dados de pesquisas coletados de 578 estudantes de graduação em Educação Econômica em seis universidades com professores na ilha de Java, Indonésia. Resultados: Este estudo descobriu que o pensamento empreendedor, habilidades em TIC, habilidades sociais e interculturais, e preparação para a carreira afetam positiva e significativamente a preparação para a K-economia dos estudantes de graduação. Conclusão: A implementação de ajustes nas políticas educativas com base nas conclusões deste estudo pode melhorar o conhecimento dos alunos e o desenvolvimento de competências no ensino superior para aumentar a competitividade na K-economia. O ensino superior precisa contar com a informação e a inovação para contribuir eficazmente para o crescimento económico e social de forma sustentável através da K-economia.

Resumen Introducción: La educación superior desempeña un papel crucial en el sistema de innovación de la K-economía al generar avances científicos y técnicos sustanciales y fomentar individuos innovadores. Es esencial investigar la preparación para la K-economía en sector educativo, ya que estudios anteriores se han centrado principalmente en este tema en el sector industrial. Objetivo: Determinar el efecto del pensamiento empresarial, habilidades en TIC, habilidades sociales y transculturales, y la preparación profesional en la preparación para la K-economía de los estudiantes universitarios. Métodos: Esta pregunta de investigación se respondió mediante un análisis de regresión múltiple de datos de encuestas recopilados de 578 estudiantes universitarios de Educación Económica en seis universidades basadas en docentes en la isla de Java, Indonesia. Resultados: Este estudio encontró que el pensamiento empresarial, habilidades TIC, habilidades sociales y transculturales, y la preparación profesional afectan positiva y significativamente la preparación para la K-economía de los estudiantes universitarios. Conclusión: La implementación de ajustes en la política educativa basados en los hallazgos de este estudio puede mejorar el conocimiento y el desarrollo de habilidades de los estudiantes en la educación superior para aumentar la competitividad en la K-economía. La enseñanza superior debe apoyarse en la información y la innovación para contribuir eficazmente al crecimiento económico y social de forma sostenible a través de la K-economía.

Resumo A relevância da investigação sobre a especificidade da composição ucraniana para piano, tanto a solo como em conjunto, é predefinida pela sua procura na sociedade moderna, bem como pelo conteúdo e significado desta esfera da arte musical. O objetivo deste estudo é investigar e elucidar de forma abrangente os meandros do fenómeno em análise, reconhecendo-o como um sistema multifacetado e intrincado. Para atingir o objetivo acima referido, foram utilizados os seguintes métodos: histórico, culturológico, análise, estruturação, síntese, caraterização comparativa e sistematização. A investigação analisa a complexidade do fenómeno. O estudo examinou vários componentes do fenómeno, nomeadamente os principais componentes da fundação da execução de piano na Ucrânia, os sectores de implementação do pianismo e a natureza do seu impacto sobre eles, a modernização das direcções da vida social sob a influência da música, a arte e a execução de piano ucraniano em diferentes épocas históricas, elementos da arte da execução de piano, funções de software na esfera do pianismo moderno. Os resultados da investigação iluminam os processos de integração da arte do piano nacional académico ucraniano na cultura criativa e performativa profissional mundial, bem como a singularidade da música ucraniana, que incorporou realizações estilísticas e técnicas do classicismo, do romantismo, das direcções do século XX e da modernidade, com base nas origens étnicas coloridas originais. O significado prático do estudo proposto consiste no facto de os seus materiais poderem ser utilizados nas actividades de concerto dos pianistas, na compilação de programas educativos de escolas de música secundárias e superiores em execução de piano, bem como na implementação de projectos de investigação destinados a encontrar descobertas no campo do pianismo, a sua especificidade, manifestada em diferentes áreas.

Abstract The research relevance on the specificity of Ukrainian piano composition, both solo and ensemble, is predefined by its demand for modern society, as well as in the content and significance of this sphere of musical art. The purpose of this study is to comprehensively investigate and elucidate the intricacies of the phenomenon under examination, recognizing it as a multifaceted and intricate system. To achieve the above objective, the following methods were used: historical, culturological, analysis, structuring, synthesis, comparative characterization, and systematization. The research analyses the complexity of the phenomenon. The study examined several components of the phenomenon, namely the leading components of the foundation of piano performance in Ukraine, the sectors of pianism implementation and the nature of its impact on them, the modernisation of social life directions under the influence of music, Ukrainian piano art and performance in different historical eras, elements of the art of piano performance, software functions in the sphere of modern pianism. The research results illuminate processes of Ukrainian academic national piano art integration into world professional creative and performing culture as well as the uniqueness of Ukrainian music which embodied stylistic and technical achievements of classicism, romanticism, directions of the twentieth century and modernity on the ground of original colourful ethnic origins. The practical significance of the proposed study consists in the fact that its materials can be used in the concert activities of pianists, in compiling educational programs of secondary and higher music schools in piano performance, as well as in the implementation of research projects aimed at finding discoveries in the field of pianism, its specificity, manifested in different areas.

Ortopediese toestelle bestaan uit 'n aansienlike deel van ingevoerde mediese toestelle na Suid-Afrika. Deur gevallestudies ondersoek ons die effek van kontekstuele faktore op kennisontwikkeling en -uitruiling in die ortopediese toestelinnovasiestelsel deur die tegnologiese innovasiestelsels-raamwerk te gebruik. Ons bevindinge toon dat dryfvere van kennisontwikkeling en -uitruiling intersektorale samewerking, beskikbaarheid van hulpbronne, bekostigbaarheid van beskikbare toestelle, die skep van legitimiteit vir toestelle en die positiewe eksternaliteite van verwante innovasiestelsels was. Die belangrikste struikelblokke wat geïdentifiseer is, was dié wat intersektorale samewerking belemmer het. Die kritieke rolle van die universiteit en gesondheidsorgakteurs is ook uitgelig. Hierdie bevindinge kan gebruik word om proaktief uitdagings in die innovasiestelsels aan te spreek en om beleid en institusionele meganismes te ontwikkel wat daarop gemik is om die huishoudelike mediese toestelbedryf te bou.

Orthopaedic devices comprise a significant portion of the medical devices that are imported into South Africa. Through case studies, we investigated the effect of contextual factors on knowledge development and exchange in the orthopaedic device innovation system, using the technological innovation systems framework. Our findings revealed that the drivers of knowledge development and exchange were inter-sectoral collaboration, availability of resources, affordability of available devices, creating legitimacy for devices, and the positive externalities of allied innovation systems. The main barriers identified were those that hindered inter-sectoral collaboration. The critical roles of the university and of healthcare actors were also highlighted. These findings may be used proactively to address problems in the innovation systems and to develop policy and institutional mechanisms that are aimed at building the domestic medical devices industry.