Diseño de un módulo de capacitación sobre el estrés laboral en personal comercial operativo del sector financiero

Curso de Especial Interés: Management de Gestión HumanaEl objetivo del presente trabajo es diseñar un programa de identificación para la prevención primaria del estrés laboral en la población de adultos que trabajan en las áreas administrativas y operativas comerciales del sector financiero, en la ciudad de Bogotá, zona sur occidente. Para esto se hizo una exhaustiva revisión teórica, la cual permitió identificar las variables que se ven afectadas con el estrés laboral específico para estos cargos. Para el desarrollo del programa se tuvo en cuenta el modelo demanda-control de Vega (2001) en el que afirma que el estrés surge de las demandas psicológicas laborales y las características del trabajo, versus la toma de decisiones y las habilidades para hacerle frente a estas demandas. El programa fue diseñado para aprender a identificar signos y síntomas propios del estrés laboral que tienen mayor impacto en este tipo de cargos laborales, en el que se enseñan las generalidades del estrés, el estrés laboral, signos y síntomas, factores de riesgos, factores protectores y una serie de recomendaciones que se le hacen a los participantes del programa para que la primera intervención ante la presencia de estos signos y síntomas sea realizada por ellos mismos y por la empresa de la que hacen parte.El estrés, el detonante de las enfermedades en el siglo XXI. Objetivos. Estudio de mercadeo. Resultados. Conclusiones. Referencias. Apéndices.PregradoPsicólog

Cluster Analysis of Smart Metering Data - An Implementation in Practice

The introduction of smart meter technology is a great challenge for the German energy industry. It requires not only large investments in the communication and metering infrastructure, but also a redesign of traditional business processes. The newly incurring costs cannot be fully passed on to the end customers. One option to counterbalance these expenses is to exploit the newly generated smart metering data for the creation of new services and improved processes. For instance, performing a cluster analysis of smart metering data focused on the customers’ time-based consumption behavior allows for a detailed customer segmentation. In the article we present a cluster analysis performed on real-world consumption data from a smart meter project conducted by a German regional utilities company. We show how to integrate a cluster analysis approach into a business intelligence environment and evaluate this artifact as defined by design science. We discuss the results of the cluster analysis and highlight options to apply them to segment-specific tariff design

Financial toxicity in cancer patients treated with radiotherapy in Germany-a cross-sectional study

Purpose Financial toxicity arises in cancer patients from subjective financial distress due to objective financial burden from the disease or treatment. Financial toxicity associates with worse outcomes. It has not been described in cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy in Germany and its publicly funded health system. In this context, we therefore investigated the prevalence of financial toxicity, associated risk factors, and patient preferences on communication of financial burden. Methods We conducted a preregistered ( https://doi.org/10.17605/OSF.IO/KH6VX ) cross-sectional study surveying patients at the end of their course of radiotherapy in two institutions. Objective financial burden was assessed by direct costs and loss of income. Financial toxicity was measured by subjective financial distress per EORTC QLQ-C30. We used Spearman's correlation and Fisher's exact test for univariate analysis, an ordinal regression for multivariate analysis. A p-value < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results Of the 100 patients participating in the study, 68% reported direct costs, 25% loss of income, and 31% subjective financial distress. Per univariate analysis, higher subjective financial distress was significantly associated with active employment, lower quality of life, lower household income, higher direct costs, and higher loss of income. The latter three factors remained statistically significant in the multivariate analysis. A relative majority of the patients welcomed communication regarding financial burden with their radiation oncologist. Conclusion Financial toxicity is prevalent in cancer patients treated with radiotherapy in Germany. The reported risk factors may help to identify patients at risk. Future studies should validate these results and investigate interventions for financial toxicity to potentially improve outcomes

The role of trunk training for physical fitness and sport-specific performance. Protocol for a Meta-Analysis.

The trunk (core) muscles are involved in daily functions (i. e., stabilizing the body in everyday tasks) and force generation of the limbs during athletic tasks such as kicking, throwing, or running. Even though trunk training is a popular means for improving physical fitness and athletic performance, the direct relationship of improved trunk function (i.e., stability, strength, or endurance), fitness and sport-specific performance is not conclusive. The aim of this proposed review is to evaluate the effects of trunk training on physical fitness and sport-specific performance, and to examine potential subject-related (e.g., age, sex) and trunk training-related moderator variables (e.g., training period, training frequency) for performance changes. We will conduct a systematic literature search in Web of Science, MEDLINE (via EBSCO) and SportDiscus. Relevant papers will be screened independently by two reviewers in two stages: (1) title and abstracts and (2) the full text of the remaining papers. A third reviewer will resolve possible disagreements. Data extraction and risk of bias of the included studies will be performed in addition to the PEDro scoring to judge the quality of the studies. A meta-analysis will be conducted to determine the efficacy of trunk training to increase physical fitness and sport-specific performance measures. In addition, subgroup univariate analyses were computed for subject-related (i.e., age, sex, performance level) and training-related moderator variables (i.e., training period, training frequency, training sessions, session duration). The results of this proposed systematic review and meta-analysis will assess the effects of trunk training on physical fitness and sport-specific and identify which subject-related and training-related moderate variables of trunk training modality might be beneficial for performance gains. This knowledge has potential importance for athletes and coaches in sports.publishedVersio

OSPAR-metodikk og plastanalyse av strandsøppel fra Nordre Langåra og Akerøya

Prosjektleder Inger Lise Nerland BråteMer strandsøppel ble registrert på Akerøya (fra 2018) fra Ytre Hvaler, enn Nordre Langåra (fra 2019) fra Indre Oslofjord, men det er usikkert om disse tallene er robuste nok til å konkludere med at Akerøya har større plastbelastning enn Nordre Langåra. Mesteparten av avfallet, målt i antall, som ble funnet i både indre og ytre Oslofjord var fiskerirelatert, og mye av dette var såkalte «dollyropes». Den nest mest vanlige kategorien var uidentifiserbare plastbiter som trolig har mange diffuse kilder. Det var polyetylen (PE) og polypropylen (PP) som dominerte på begge strendene. Dette kan skyldes at disse polymertypene er de mest produserte og brukte plasttypene, samt at de som oftest flyter i sjøvann. Mesteparten av søpla fra ytre Hvaler ble antatt å ha norsk opphav, men av det utenlandske avfallet antas det å være bidrag fra 43 land. OSPAR-metodikken er svært verdifull og på nåværende tidspunkt det beste verktøyet vi har for å registrere strandsøppel for å se på mengde og komposisjon av strandsøppel i Nordøst-Atlanteren. Det er likevel flere forbedringspunkter ved OSPAR-metodikken; blant annet foreslås det å inkludere vekt for de ulike kategoriene, samt inter-kalibrere rydding mellom strender for å harmonisere metoden.Handelens MiljøfondpublishedVersio

Análisis mediante elementos finitos de cargas de impacto sobre el irradiador de Cobalto 60 de la Escuela Politécnica Nacional del Ecuador.

En el presente trabajo se determinó el posible agrietamiento en los muros estructurales y efectos en el funcionamiento del Irradiador Gamma Panorámico Categoría IV con Fuente de Cobalto 60 que se encuentra en el interior del Edificio n.º 7 de la Escuela Politécnica Nacional (EPN), en Quito. El estudio consistió en analizar el impacto de una parte del techo que está sobre el irradiador de la instalación denominada “CASAMATA”, puesto que gracias a un estudio previo de esta estructura se demostró que es vulnerable debido a sus características, construcción y deterioro a lo largo del tiempo. El estudio se realizó en función de requisitos de normas de análisis y evaluación de estructuras existentes, mediante la utilización del software denominado “SAP2000” para la modelación del irradiador. Se realizaron seis modelaciones con diferentes características en cuanto a hormigón y acero de refuerzo para determinar el comportamiento de la estructura bajo los casos asumidos. De los resultados obtenidos mediante SAP2000 se observó que en algunos lugares del irradiador se tienen valores mayores a los máximos permitidos en el American Concrete Institute 349 (ACI 349), correspondientes a la deformación unitaria del hormigón el cual es de 0.003 m/m. Además, los requisitos de resistencia señalados en la misma norma, no cumplieron con los parámetros establecidos, lo cual provoca que exista un peligro radiológico debido a que la cámara de radiación no cumpliría con el blindaje para la cual fue diseñada y liberaría una tasa de dosis mínima de 1.13x106 [mSv/año]The present work determines the possible cracking in the structural walls and effects on the operation of the Category IV Panoramic Gamma Irradiator with Cobalt 60 Source, which is located inside Building No. 7 of the National Polytechnic School (EPN) in Quito. The analysis consisted of an alleged (supposed) impact of a roof section that is on the irradiator in the facility called “CASAMATA”, since a previous study of this structure showed that it is vulnerable due to its characteristics, construction, and deterioration throughout the time. The study was carried out based on the requirements of analysis and evaluation standards of existing structures by using the software called SAP2000 for modeling the irradiator. Six models with different characteristics in terms of concrete and reinforcing steel were made to determine the behavior of the structure under the assumed cases. From the results obtained through SAP2000, it was observed that in some places of the irradiator there are values greater than the maximum allowed in the American Concrete Institute 349 (ACI 349) corresponding to the unitary deformation of the concrete, which is 0.003 m/m. In addition, the resistance requirements indicated in the same standard did not meet the established parameters, which causes a radiological hazard because the radiation chamber would not comply with the shielding for which it was designed and would release a minimum dose rate of 1.13x106 [mSv/year]

Mechanical properties and decohesion of sol-gel coatings on metallic and glass substrates

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A research framework for projecting ecosystem change in highly diverse tropical mountain ecosystems

Tropical mountain ecosystems are threatened by climate and land-use changes. Their diversity and complexity make projections how they respond to environmental changes challenging. A suitable way are trait-based approaches, by distinguishing between response traits that determine the resistance of species to environmental changes and effect traits that are relevant for species\u27 interactions, biotic processes, and ecosystem functions. The combination of those approaches with land surface models (LSM) linking the functional community composition to ecosystem functions provides new ways to project the response of ecosystems to environmental changes. With the interdisciplinary project RESPECT, we propose a research framework that uses a trait-based response-effect-framework (REF) to quantify relationships between abiotic conditions, the diversity of functional traits in communities, and associated biotic processes, informing a biodiversity-LSM. We apply the framework to a megadiverse tropical mountain forest. We use a plot design along an elevation and a land-use gradient to collect data on abiotic drivers, functional traits, and biotic processes. We integrate these data to build the biodiversity-LSM and illustrate how to test the model. REF results show that aboveground biomass production is not directly related to changing climatic conditions, but indirectly through associated changes in functional traits. Herbivory is directly related to changing abiotic conditions. The biodiversity-LSM informed by local functional trait and soil data improved the simulation of biomass production substantially. We conclude that local data, also derived from previous projects (platform Ecuador), are key elements of the research framework. We specify essential datasets to apply this framework to other mountain ecosystems

Innovative radiation oncology Together – Precise, Personalized, Human : Vision 2030 for radiotherapy & radiation oncology in Germany

Purpose Scientific and clinical achievements in radiation, medical, and surgical oncology are changing the landscape of interdisciplinary oncology. The German Society for Radiation Oncology (DEGRO) working group of young clinicians and scientists (yDEGRO) and the DEGRO representation of associate and full professors (AKRO) are aware of the essential role of radiation oncology in multidisciplinary treatment approaches. Together, yDEGRO and AKRO endorsed developing a German radiotherapy & radiation oncology vision 2030 to address future challenges in patient care, research, and education. The vision 2030 aims to identify priorities and goals for the next decade in the field of radiation oncology. Methods The vision development comprised three phases. During the first phase, areas of interest, objectives, and the process of vision development were defined jointly by the yDEGRO, AKRO, and the DEGRO board. In the second phase, a one-day strategy retreat was held to develop AKRO and yDEGRO representatives’ final vision from medicine, biology, and physics. The third phase was dedicated to vision interpretation and program development by yDEGRO representatives. Results The strategy retreat’s development process resulted in conception of the final vision “Innovative radiation oncology Together – Precise, Personalized, Human.” The first term “Innovative radiation oncology” comprises the promotion of preclinical research and clinical trials and highlights the development of a national committee for strategic development in radiation oncology research. The term “together” underpins collaborations within radiation oncology departments as well as with other partners in the clinical and scientific setting. “Precise” mainly covers technological precision in radiotherapy as well as targeted oncologic therapeutics. “Personalized” emphasizes biology-directed individualization of radiation treatment. Finally, “Human” underlines the patient-centered approach and points towards the need for individual longer-term career curricula for clinicians and researchers in the field. Conclusion The vision 2030 balances the ambition of physical, technological, and biological innovation as well as a comprehensive, patient-centered, and collaborative approach towards radiotherapy & radiation oncology in Germany