Abstract Purpose: To identify the challenges faced by nanomedicine in Mexico, according to the opinion of experts in the field. Methodological design: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with Mexican researchers in the field of nanomedicine. The participants were selected through purposive sampling. Interviews were both online and face-to-face. The information was processed with ATLAS.ti software. Results: Challenges were identified in different areas: financing, social benefit, human resources, infrastructure, nanotoxicology, patenting, preclinical and clinical research, academia-industry linkage, regulation, scientific policy and multidisciplinary work. Research limitations: Interviews included researchers only. It would be necessary to interview other agents involved in the nanomedicine chain of value, such as entrepreneurs and health sector managers. Findings: The main challenges facing nanomedical research in Mexico are the following: reduced funding, research with little impact on society, lack of specific educational programs in nanomedicine, low patenting activity, weak links between academia and industry, and lack of regulation. Some proposals to address these challenges are analyzed in this paper.

Resumen Objetivo: Identificar los desafíos que enfrenta la investigación en nanomedicina en México según la opinión de expertos en la materia. Diseño metodológico: Se realizaron entrevistas semiestructuradas a investigadores mexicanos del área de nanomedicina. Los entrevistados fueron seleccionados a través de un muestreo intencional. Las entrevistas se llevaron a cabo de manera presencial y a distancia. El procesamiento de la información se realizó con el software ATLAS.ti. Resultados: Se identificaron desafíos en distintos rubros: financiamiento, beneficio social, recursos humanos, infraestructura, nanotoxicología, patentamiento, investigación preclínica y clínica, vinculación academia-industria, regulación, política científica y trabajo multidisciplinario. Limitaciones de la investigación: Las entrevistas se realizaron únicamente a investigadores. Sería necesario entrevistar a otros agentes involucrados en la cadena de valor de la nanomedicina tales como empresarios y funcionarios del sector salud. Hallazgos: Los principales desafíos que enfrenta la investigación nanomédica en México son el financiamiento reducido, investigaciones con poca incidencia en la sociedad, inexistencia de programas educativos específicos en nanomedicina, escaso patentamiento, nula vinculación con empresas y falta de regulación. Algunas propuestas para encarar estos desafíos se analizan en el presente trabajo.

RESUMEN El contexto de pandemia ha evidenciado dificultades en la salud física y mental, donde han emergido emociones como la angustia, ansiedad, miedo e irritabilidad. A partir de este escenario, se considera importante analizar la experiencia de padres y madres desde la perspectiva del burnout parental, ya que se han evidenciado cambios abruptos en la dinámica familiar que representaron un importante y vertiginoso desafío de adaptación. Debido a que se carece de estudios con aproximaciones cualitativas que describan las experiencias en este ámbito, el objetivo del estudio es describir la experiencia de padres y madres desde la perspectiva del burnout parental en contexto de pandemia por COVID-19 en la región del Biobío, Chile. Se utiliza una metodología cualitativa, orientada desde un diseño fenomenológico. Los participantes fueron tres madres y tres padres chilenos, entre 20 y 50 años. Se utiliza la entrevista semi-estructurada para recolectar la información y el análisis de contenido temático para la construcción de categorías. Los resultados muestran que los padres y madres perciben un agotamiento asociado a un desajuste entre las demandas relacionadas con la crianza de los hijos, incluidas las expectativas de sí mismos y sus responsabilidades, y la disponibilidad de recursos para satisfacer esas demandas y expectativas. Se concluye una experiencia parental basada en sentimientos desadaptativos como el agobio y adaptativos como la cercanía parental, además de un carácter mayoritariamente íntimo en las actividades familiares, sociales y de ocio.

ABSTRACT The context of the pandemic has evidenced difficulties in physical and mental health, where emotions such as anguish, anxiety, fear, and irritability have emerged. Based on this scenario, it is considered important to analyze the experience of fathers and mothers from the perspective of parental burnout, since abrupt changes in family dynamics have been evidenced, which represented an important and dizzying adaptation challenge. Due to the lack of studies with qualitative approaches that describe the experiences in this area, the aim of the study is to describe the experience of fathers and mothers from the perspective of parental burnout in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic in the Biobío Region, Chile. A qualitative methodology is used, oriented from a phenomenological design. The participants were three Chilean mothers and three fathers, between 20 and 50 years old. The semi-structured interview is used to collect the information and the thematic content analysis for the construction of categories. The results show that fathers and mothers perceive exhaustion associated with a mismatch between the demands related to raising children, including expectations of themselves and their responsibilities, and the availability of resources to meet those demands and expectations. A parental experience based on maladaptive feelings such as overwhelm and adaptive feelings such as parental closeness is concluded, as well as a most intimate character in family, social, and leisure activities.

Abstract Background: The Myrtaceae family represents one of the most diverse groups in South America. Yet, there are few studies on their reproductive characteristics. Among the species with limited information on their reproductive behavior are Myrceugenia euosma (O. Berg) D. Legrand and Siphoneugena reitzii D. Legrand. Questions: What are the floral attractions and resources of M. euosma and S. reitzii for pollinators? Who are the pollinators of these species? What is the predominant reproductive system in both species? Studied species: M. euosma and S. reitzii, two sympatric Myrtaceae from southern Brazil. Study site and dates: Urubici, Painel, and Rio Rufino, Santa Catarina state, southern Brazil. November 2021 - February 2022. Methods: Information was obtained on morphological aspects, anthesis time, stigmatic viability, floral resources, structures attractive to visitors, olfactory testing, observation and identification of floral visitors, and reproductive system testing. Results: The flowers of M. euosma opens between 11 am and 17 pm (- 20 pm), with full opening occurring mostly at night; S. reitzii flowers open between 4 a.m. and 6 a.m., with a highest peak by 8 a.m. Flowers of both species have receptive stigmas until senescence. Pollen is the primary floral reward and the scent coming from the anthers combined with the floral display attract native bees and Apis mellifera, legitimate pollinators of both species. The lack of fruit development in the self-pollination tests support cross reproduction in both taxa. Conclusions: Both species exhibit traits consistent with melittophily syndrome and potential self-incompatibility. These results are essential for conservation efforts.

Resumen Antecedentes: La familia Myrtaceae es una de las más diversas en América del Sur, pero sus características reproductivas están poco estudiadas. Myrceugenia euosma (O. Berg) D. Legrand y Siphoneugena reitzii D. Legrand son dos especies con información limitada sobre su comportamiento reproductivo. Preguntas: ¿Cuáles son las atracciones florales y los recursos de M. euosma y S. reitzii para los polinizadores? ¿Quiénes son los polinizadores de estas especies? ¿Cuál es el sistema reproductivo predominante en ambas especies? Especies estudiadas: M. euosma y S. reitzii, dos Myrtaceae simpátricas del sur de Brasil. Sitio y años de estudio: Urubici, Painel y Río Rufino, Santa Catarina, Sur de Brasil. Noviembre de 2021 - febrero de 2022. Métodos: Se analizaron aspectos morfológicos, tiempo de antesis, viabilidad estigmática, recursos florales, estructuras atractivas para visitantes florales, pruebas olfativas, identificación de visitantes florales y ensayos del sistema reproductivo. Resultados: Las flores de M. euosma se abren entre las 11 am y las 5 pm (completamente durante la noche), y las de S. reitzii entre las 4 am y las 8 am. Ambas especies tienen estigmas receptivos hasta la senescencia. El polen es la principal recompensa floral, y el aroma de las anteras, junto con la visualización floral, atrae a abejas nativas y Apis mellifera, sus polinizadores legítimos. La autopolinización no resultó en frutos, lo que sugiere la predominancia de la reproducción cruzada en ambas especies. Conclusiones: M. euosma y S. reitzii muestran características de melitofilia y potencial autoincompatibilidad, lo que es crucial para su conservación.

RESUMEN Este artículo presenta las principales características de las metodologías indígenas que vienen incursionado en las instituciones educativas occidentales. Estas metodologías, basadas en el conocimiento y las tradiciones de las comunidades indígenas, se están haciendo cada vez más populares por su enfoque holístico, respeto ambiental y participación comunitaria. El presente texto sugiere que las metodologías son útiles para abordar los problemas de las comunidades y sus contextos, ya que permiten la generación de conocimiento relevante, su participación en la toma de decisiones y el fomento del cambio social desde una perspectiva descolonizadora. Sin embargo, pese a su potencia, se encuentran desafíos como la falta de recursos, el escaso apoyo institucional y el limitado reconocimiento del conocimiento propio. A pesar de estos obstáculos, las metodologías indígenas poseen un potencial significativo para enriquecer la investigación científica y la educación intercultural.

RESUMO Este artigo apresenta as principais características das metodologias indígenas que estão entrando nas instituições educacionais ocidentais. Essas metodologias, baseadas no conhecimento e nas tradições das comunidades indígenas, estão se tornando cada vez mais populares devido à sua abordagem holística, ao respeito ao meio ambiente e à participação da comunidade. Este texto sugere que as metodologias são úteis para abordar os problemas das comunidades e seus contextos, pois permitem a geração de conhecimento relevante, sua participação na tomada de decisões e a promoção de mudanças sociais a partir de uma perspectiva descolonizadora. Entretanto, apesar de seu potencial, elas enfrentam desafios como a falta de recursos, o apoio institucional limitado e o reconhecimento limitado de seu próprio conhecimento. Apesar desses obstáculos, as metodologias indígenas têm um potencial significativo para enriquecer a pesquisa científica e a educação intercultural.

ABSTRACT This article presents the main characteristics of indigenous methodologies that are entering Western educational institutions. These methodologies, based on the knowledge and traditions of Indigenous communities, are becoming increasingly popular and stand out for their holistic approach, environmental respect, and community participation. The findings suggest that these methodologies are a useful tool for addressing the problems of these communities, as they allow the generation of relevant knowledge, participation in decision-making, and the promotion of social change. However they face challenges such as a lack of resources, limited institutional support, and limited recognition of non-Western knowledge. Despite these obstacles, indigenous methodologies have a significant potential to enrich scientific research and intercultural education.

ABSTRACT Streamflow data from gauging stations are essential for effective water resources management. However, some regions in Brazil lack the necessary data. Hydrological regionalization is an alternative technique for obtaining data such regions. However, not all regions in Brazil have defined hydrological regionalization models, including the state of Goiás and the Brazilian Federal District. The objective of this study was to develop a hydrological regionalization methodology based on the separation of hydrologically homogeneous regions and multiple linear regression, using a Geographic Information System (GIS) program. Historical series data were used to calculate reference flows with 90 or 95% duration over time in the watercourse (Q90 and Q95) and the mean flow (Ǭ). Rain gauge station data were used to calculate the mean annual rainfall in each watershed through spatial interpolation by ordinary kriging. Subsequently, the physiographic characteristics of each watershed were calculated. The hydrologically homogeneous regions were delimited based on these data using cluster analysis, which identified seven hydrologically homogeneous regions in Goiás, two of them belonging to the Federal District. Multiple regression allowed the development of seven regionalization models. Models for regions 1, 3, 4, 5, and 7 showed better performance. management However models District GIS (GIS program 9 95 Q90 Q (Q9 Q95 Ǭ. Ǭ . (Ǭ) kriging Subsequently calculated analysis 1 3 4 5 performance Q9 (Q (Ǭ

RESUMO Para gerenciar os recursos hídricos de forma eficaz, os dados de vazão das estações hidrométricas são cruciais. No entanto, no Brasil, algumas regiões não dispõem dos dados necessários. A regionalização hidrológica é uma técnica alternativa para obter dados para essas regiões. Infelizmente, nem todas as regiões do Brasil têm modelos de regionalização hidrológica definidos, incluindo Goiás e o Distrito Federal. O objetivo deste estudo foi desenvolver uma metodologia de regionalização hidrológica, baseada na separação de regiões hidrologicamente homogêneas e na regressão multivariada, utilizando o programa Sistema de Informações Geográficas (SIG). Com base na série histórica, foram calculadas as vazões de referência com 90 ou 95% de permanência ao longo do tempo no curso d’água (Q90 e Q95) e a vazão média (Ǭ). Com os dados das estações pluviométricas, foi calculada a precipitação média anual de cada uma das bacias hidrográficas fluviométricas, por meio de interpolação espacial por krigagem ordinária. Posteriormente, foram calculadas as características fisiográficas de cada bacia. Com esses dados, as regiões hidrologicamente homogêneas foram delimitadas por meio da análise de agrupamento. A análise de cluster identificou sete regiões hidrologicamente homogêneas em Goiás, sendo que duas delas pertencem ao Distrito Federal. A regressão multivariada levou ao desenvolvimento de sete modelos de regionalização. Os modelos para as regiões 1, 3, 4, 5 e 7 apresentaram melhor desempenho. eficaz cruciais entanto necessários Infelizmente definidos Federal SIG. SIG . (SIG) histórica 9 95 dágua d água Q90 Q (Q9 Q95 Ǭ. Ǭ (Ǭ) pluviométricas fluviométricas ordinária Posteriormente bacia agrupamento 1 3 4 desempenho (SIG Q9 (Q (Ǭ

The water resources within the lower section of the Upper Vaal catchment, where the Vaal Barrage is situated, are highly utilised and developed, and water quality regulation has become a contested space between resource users and the regulators. The credibility and scientific defensibility of discharge standards in water-use licences (WULs), the relationship between upstream and downstream waste loads, the relationship between flows and water quality standards in WUL, and the water quality components of the resource quality objectives (RQOs) are being contested. This study explores the perceptions and motivations underlying these contestations as a contribution to scientific understanding of water quality management in a highly developed system. Perceived unrealistic RQOs, perceived lack of scientific credibility of the methods for deriving water quality standards in WUL, data inadequacy, as well as poor institutional capacity were identified as the top motivations for contesting applicable regulatory instruments in the catchment. Punitive measures, incentives, and education and awareness-raising were identified as key to accelerating compliance. Overall, this paper contributes to our general understanding of the intricacies of water quality management within a contested space. SIGNIFICANCE: Water quality management in South Africa is increasingly becoming a contested space, particularly in catchments that are highly developed and utilised. The findings in this study imply that (1) there is a need for a multi-pronged approach to increase water quality compliance, (2) there is a need for trust within the regulatory system to foster confidence among actors and stakeholders, and (3) transparent, open processes and scientifically credible and defensible methods, and data are needed for deriving standards in water-use licences (WULs).

Abstract Introduction. The flow of migrants between different countries is a reality in Portugal, Spain and Belgium. As a consequence, one of the main concerns is the care of migrants in health services. This healthcare is not systematised in the good practice manuals that are available. There is no training in this area, neither in educational curricula nor in the continuous training of health professionals. Objectives. To find out migrants' perceptions of the health care they receive in the three countries. Method(s). Cross-sectional descriptive study in which we adopted a qualitative approach based on Grounded Theory carried out through focus groups and semi-structured telephone interviews. For the analysis process, the main dimensions around which the discourse is articulated were identified, differentiating the most relevant aspects of each topic, grouping the data around the categories related to the objective of the study. The software Atlas-ti 8 and N-Vivo were used for the analysis. Results. The main difficulties faced by migrants in health care are: poor access to the health care system; barriers to healthcare, mainly communication barriers; frequent discriminatory behaviours; poor structural cultural competence, especially due to the lack of translation and intercultural mediation resources; poor health system flexibility and biomedical orientation; and insufficient professional cultural competence. Conclusions. Difficulties of access to the health system are evident: lack of language skills, ignorance of the care itinerary and the perception of discriminatory treatment by health professionals. In addition, the improvement of the competence and cultural sensitivity of health professionals and system improvement strategies, such as translation and intercultural mediation, are proposed.

Resúmen Introducción. El flujo de migrantes entre los diferentes países es una realidad en Portugal, España y Bélgica. Como consecuencia, una de las principales preocupaciones es la atención a personas migrantes en los servicios de salud. Esta atención no está sistematizada en los manuales de buenas prácticas que se encuentran disponibles. No se dispone de formación en esta área, ni en los currículos educativos ni en la formación continua de profesionales de la salud. Objetivos. Conocer la percepción de las personas migrantes sobre la atención sanitaria que reciben en los tres países. Método/s. Estudio descriptivo transversal en el que adoptamos un enfoque cualitativo basado en la Teoría Fundamentada realizado mediante grupos focales y entrevistas telefónicas semiestructuradas. Para el proceso de análisis se identificaron las dimensiones principales en torno a las cuales se articula el discurso, diferenciándose los aspectos más relevantes de cada tema, agrupando los datos en torno a las categorías relacionadas con el objetivo del estudio. Para el análisis se utilizaron los programas informáticos Atlas-ti 8 y N-Vivo Resultado/s. Las principales dificultades a las que se enfrentan las personas migrantes en la atención sanitaria son: déficit de acceso al sistema sanitario; las barreras en la atención, sobre todo la de la comunicación; el frecuente trato discriminatorio: la escasa competencia cultural estructural, sobre todo con la carencia de recursos de traducción y mediación intercultural, la escasa flexibilidad del sistema y su orientación biomédica y la insuficiente competencia cultural profesional. Conclusiones. Se evidencian dificultades de acceso al sistema sanitario: no manejo del idioma, desconocimiento del itinerario asistencial y percepción de un trato discriminatorio por parte de profesionales de la salud. Además, las personas migrantes proponen la mejora de la competencia y la sensibilidad cultural de profesionales de la salud y estrategias de mejora del sistema, como la traducción y la mediación intercultural.

Abstract Introduction/Frame: Treatment courts (TCs) were developed in the 1980s to address challenges facing individuals with a substance use disorder (SUD) involved in the criminal justice (CJ) system. TCs are an alternative to the punitive nature of the CJ system by joining SUD treatment with the accountability of the judicial system. By design, treatment court (TC) implementations are highly varied. Each implementation adopts the National Association of Drug Court Professionals (NADCP) key components that are consistent with yet bound by their community resources, values, and political realities. Research Questions/Objective: Using qualitative community-based participatory research, two case studies and one phenomenological study were conducted with treatment courts in a mid-Atlantic state in the USA to examine successful TC operations. Methodology: Using purposive sampling, the analytic plan included individual semi-structured interviews with judges, TC team members, program graduates, and community stakeholders. Interviews were professionally transcribed and coded consistent with thematic analysis procedures. Results: Analysis revealed themes of judicial sovereignty juxtaposed with a lack of knowledge of SUDs, the importance of a fully dedicated coordinator to serve as an extension of the judge, and purposeful courtroom set-up and norms conducive to a therapeutic rather than punitive approach. Final Considerations: Transferable recommendations to other specialty docket evaluators and teams which can be adopted to fit a variety of dockets, including mental health court, veterans court, and juvenile court include mandatory judicial training, evolving operations norms, values alignment among the TC team, and a TC coordinator to oversee day-to-day operations. In addition, stakeholder engagement to drive an iterative evaluation process converges with the traditions of action research in community settings.

ABSTRACT This article aims to analyze the perceptions of language teachers about the facilitating and hindering elements to work oral communication from a collaborative approach. The methodological design was qualitative with a descriptive approach. An intentional non-probabilistic sample was used. The study participants were 40 Chilean language teachers. The data collection instrument was a questionnaire with open questions, the analysis of which was carried out through the emerging textual corpus of open responses. The main results highlight the importance of feedback in a face-to-face modality, unlike what happens in a virtual teaching modality. Likewise, the face-to-face context facilitates the development of communication skills and their implementation under a collaborative methodology. The role of the teacher as a guide for the generation of an ideal climate in the classroom is also highlighted. As impeding aspects, there are the negative self-perception of the student, the lack of resources and the difficulties of the teaching body to establish relationships of closeness and trust with the students in a virtual context.

RESUMEN Este artículo tiene como finalidad analizar las percepciones del profesorado de lenguaje sobre los elementos facilitadores y obstaculizadores para trabajar la comunicación oral desde un enfoque colaborativo. El diseño metodológico fue de tipo cualitativo con un enfoque descriptivo. La técnica de muestreo empleada fue de tipo probabilística intencionada. Los participantes del estudio fueron 40 docentes chilenos de lenguaje. El instrumento de recolección de datos fue un cuestionario con preguntas abiertas, cuyos análisis se llevaron a cabo a través del corpus textual emergente de las respuestas. El análisis implicó la identificación de unidades de significado y la agrupación en categorías relevantes. Los principales resultados destacan la importancia de la retroalimentación en una modalidad presencial, a diferencia de lo que ocurre en una modalidad de enseñanza virtual, el desarrollo de habilidades comunicativas y su puesta en práctica bajo una metodología colaborativa. Se releva también el rol del docente como guía para la generación de un clima idóneo en el aula. Como aspectos obstaculizadores, se encuentran la autopercepción negativa del estudiante, la falta de recursos y las dificultades del cuerpo docente para establecer relaciones de cercanía y confianza con los estudiantes en contexto virtual.

ABSTRACT Higher education institutions establish alliances in search of benefits for students by granting them student credit cards; However, this may involve a credit risk, consequently, unexpected financial results. Given this situation, the objective of this research is to analyze the financial risks with the use of this instrument and its impact on the portfolio of a higher education institution located in the city of Guayaquil in the period 2018 - 2020, whose name has been omitted by privacy policies. The methodology implemented has a descriptive-explanatory design, of a longitudinal non-experimental type with a mixed approach. A documentary analysis of the information provided by the institution is carried out and a survey is applied to the population made up of 9 officials from the credit and collections area. The results obtained show a binding relationship between the university and financial institutions in order to benefit students. However, the lack of strategies and policies to apply an adequate collection system has generated an overdue portfolio that negatively influences the budget; ergo, the loss of financial and non-financial resources affecting the fulfillment of institutional objectives.

RESUMEN Las instituciones de educación superior establecen alianzas en búsqueda de beneficios para los estudiantes al otorgarles la tarjeta de crédito estudiantil; no obstante, esto puede contemplar un riesgo crediticio, en consecuencia, resultados financieros no esperados. Ante esta situación, el objetivo de la presente investigación precisa analizar los riesgos financieros con el uso de este instrumento y su impacto en la cartera de una institución de educación superior ubicada en la ciudad de Guayaquil en el periodo 2018 - 2020, cuyo nombre se ha omitido por políticas de privacidad. La metodología implementada tiene un diseño descriptivo-explicativo, de tipo no experimental longitudinal con enfoque mixto. Se realiza un análisis documental de la información proporcionada por la institución y se aplica una encuesta dirigida a la población conformada por 9 funcionarios del área de crédito y cobranzas. Los resultados obtenidos evidencian una relación vinculante entre la universidad y las instituciones financieras en pos de beneficiar a los estudiantes. Sin embargo, la falta de estrategias y políticas para aplicar un sistema de recaudación adecuado ha generado una cartera vencida que influye negativamente en el presupuesto; ergo, la pérdida de recursos financieros y no financieros afectando el cumplimiento de los objetivos institucionales.

RESUMEN En este trabajo de investigación fue posible identificar los factores subyacentes que determinan la rentabilidad de los pequeños negocios del cantón Tulcán, esto fue posible mediante la implementación de un modelo factorial exploratorio, cuyos datos de entrada fueron de tipo secundario tomados del INEC, los resultados identifican tres factores que explican el 74.6 % de la variabilidad del análisis de 3944 negocios, el factor de mayor relevancia se identificó como la vida comercial, que está afectada por la falta de recursos humanos especializados y un deficiente acceso a la tecnología, lo cual se refleja principalmente en este factor por el monto de financiamiento, la cantidad de personal disponible por empresa y la contribución de sus activos fijos.

ABSTRACT In this research work it was possible to identify the underlying factors to determine the profitability of small businesses in the Tulcan canton, this was possible through the implementation of an exploratory factorial model, whose input data was of a secondary type taken from the INEC, The results identify three factors that explain 74.6% of the variability of 3944 businesses, the most relevant factor was identified as commercial life, which is affected by the lack of specialized human resources and poor access to technology, which is mainly reflected in this factor by the amount of financing, the number of personnel available per company and the contribution of its fixed assets.

There is growing recognition that climate change is a worldwide phenomenon with far-reaching effects and that it is linked to an increase in the frequency of extreme weather occurrences. In rural areas of most of the sub-Saharan countries and other developing countries in the world, the frequent occurrences of extreme weather events such as flooding, heat waves, and drought have significantly destroyed livelihood activities of poor communities. Unfavorable geographic characteristics, a lack of resources, and a higher reliance on climate-sensitive sources of income among many community members in poor nations all contribute to the impact. These include livelihood activities associated with land use and agricultural practices. Sadly, the population's capacity and incentive to stay in rural areas have been altered because of climate change and its detrimental impacts on agricultural output, income, and subsistence living; as a result, many rural dwellers are migrating to urban areas. Rural populations migrate to urban areas in search of economic opportunities to earn a living. It is evident that the expected opportunities in urban areas are not always available; thus, most of the rural migrants are stuck in informal settlements, shanty towns, and slums without access to services. Consequently, it is evident that climate change is somehow transferring poverty from rural to urban areas. This study adopted the push/pull theory as a theoretical framework to guide the discussion and analysis. Based on an extensive review of the existing literature using qualitative document analysis, the purpose of this article is to examine the role of climate change on rural-urban migration, which ultimately contributes to the increase in urban poverty. The article concludes by reviewing the current (limited) research on climate change and poverty and argues for a research agenda in the context of sub-Saharan Africa toward sustainable ways to respond to the challenges of climate-induced migration, urbanization, and poverty.

RESUMEN Introducción: En el presente artículo, abordamos los desafíos las micro, pequeñas y medianas empresas desde una óptica integral, basada en el concepto de la triple restricción, que comprende los factores de tiempo, costo y alcance, considerando las diferentes perspectivas plasmadas en la revisión de literatura, que reconoce los costos, voluntades y capacidades de gestión como limitaciones en materia de Seguridad y salud en el trabajo. Objetivo: Analizar las restricciones de las micro, pequeñas y medianas empresas en la gestión de la seguridad y salud en el trabajo desde la triple restricción de proyectos. Método: Se desarrolla desde la perspectiva cuantitativa no experimental, con un análisis descriptivo porcentual a 63 empresas vinculadas al consultorio itinerante en seguridad y salud en el trabajo, con 10 o menos trabajadores. Resultados: Los resultados destacan que adicional a las limitaciones expresadas por la Organización Internacional del Trabajo, las micro, pequeñas y medianas empresas enfrentan limitaciones relacionadas con el compromiso de la dirección y la falta de gestión adecuada del talento humano para promover una cultura de prevención y valorar la seguridad y salud en el trabajo como un aspecto integrado en la operación de la empresa. Conclusión: Más allá del cumplimiento documental se sugiere el intercambio de mejores prácticas entre empresas y el uso de tecnología para optimizar recursos y reducir costos.

ABSTRACT Introduction: In this article, we address the challenges faced by micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises from a comprehensive perspective, based on the concept of the triple constraint, which encompasses the factors of time, cost, and scope. This analysis considers various perspectives outlined in the literature review, recognizing costs, will, and management capabilities as limitations in the field of Occupational Health and Safety. Objective: To analyze the constraints of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises in Occupational Health and Safety management from the perspective of the triple constraint of projects. Methods: Methodologically, it is developed from the quantitative and non-experimental perspective, with a detailed percentage analysis applied to 63 companies that are attached to an itinerant office regarding safety and health at work; also, it was carried out and put in an application to 10 or less workers. Results: The results highlight that in addition to the mentioned limitations by International Labour Organization, small and medium enterprise face limitations that are related to the commitment shown by the management and the lack of adequate administration by the human talent to promote a caring culture and value Workplace Safety and Health as a comprehensive aspect when talking about the company’s guidance and operation. Conclusions: beyond documentation procedures, it is suggested the exchange of better practice between companies and the use of technology in order to enhance resources and reduce expenses.

Students' research, interactivity, experiences, and exposure have increasingly become important indicators of quality in higher education, however these expectations declined during COVID-19 pandemic. While studies have been conducted on postgraduate students' experiences during their studies, there is lack of empirical evidence on their experiences during COVID-19 pandemic, specifically at open distance learning institutions (ODLs). To bridge this identified gap, qualitative exploratory research was conducted to explore the experiences of postgraduate students registered in master's and doctoral programmes at the Department of Health Studies, University of South Africa, during the pandemic. Non-probability purposive sampling was used. Online interviews via Microsoft Teams were used for data collection. The interviews were recorded and the data obtained were analysed thematically. Findings revealed both positive and negative experiences. Anxiety, exhaustion and frustration due to sickness, death of family members, poor communication from the university, inadequate resources and poor internet access affected students' studies. Some participants reported lack of supervisory communication and support, while others applauded the continuous support of their supervisors and the university's improvement of its electronic communication linkages. Microsoft Teams was newly adopted. Working from home also gave them an opportunity to accelerate their studies. In conclusion based on the findings the researcher recommended that the university continue to improve academic support and address the mental health of students to prepare them to accept current and future unforeseen circumstances positively. Strengthening collaboration with national and international partners to enhance continuous online communication between the university and the students should also be considered.

Resumen La experiencia narrada en este artículo intenta contribuir a una mayor inclusión educativa en instituciones de la ciudad de Santa Fe mediante la utilización de las Tecnologías de la Información y la Comunicación como herramientas útiles para el aprendizaje significativo de contenidos estructurantes de ciencias naturales en el nivel medio. Se trabaja junto al personal docente de instituciones socias del proyecto, que no disponen de materiales de laboratorio ni de una infraestructura edilicia adecuada, en el desarrollo de actividades experimentales simples mediadas por tecnologías digitales, que contribuyan a la enseñanza de temáticas relacionadas con la Química propuestas en el diseño curricular provincial. El trabajo sinérgico del equipo extensionista y del profesorado socio del proyecto facilitó la implementación de estrategias didácticas relevantes en contextos signados por la falta de recursos y en donde resulta dificultoso garantizar una educación de calidad para los y las estudiantes de sectores vulnerables.

Abstract The experience narrated in this article attempts to contribute to greater educational inclusion in certain educational sectors of the city of Santa Fe, through the use of Information and Communication Technologies as useful tools for meaningful learning of structuring content of natural sciences in the secondary level. We work together with the teaching staff of project partner institutions, which do not have laboratory materials or adequate building infrastructure, in the development of simple experimental activities mediated by digital technologies, which contribute to the teaching of proposed topics related to Chemistry in provincial curricular design. The synergistic work of the extension team and the project partner teachers facilitated the implementation of significant teaching strategies, in contexts marked by a lack of resources and where it is difficult to guarantee quality education for students from vulnerable sectors.

Resumo A experiência narrada neste artigo busca contribuir para uma maior inclusão educacional em instituições da cidade de Santa Fé através do uso das Tecnologias da Informação e Comunicação como ferramentas úteis para a aprendizagem significativa de conteúdos estruturantes de ciências naturais no ensino médio. Trabalhamos em conjunto com o corpo docente das instituições parceiras do projeto, que não dispõem de materiais laboratoriais ou infraestruturas prediais adequadas, no desenvolvimento de atividades experimentais simples mediadas por tecnologias digitais, que contribuam para o ensino dos temas relacionados com a Química propostos no plano curricular provincial. O trabalho sinérgico da equipe de extensão e dos professores parceiros do projeto facilitou a execução de estratégias didáticas relevantes em contextos marcados pela falta de recursos e onde é difícil garantir uma educação de qualidade para estudantes de setores vulneráveis.