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Este libro de Chartier, publicado por primera vez en 1996, se organiza a partir de la recopilación de cuatro ensayos del autor presentados como ponencias en las Universidades de Buenos Aires y Mar del Plata. Los propósitos centrales que ligan a cada uno de estos trabajos consisten, por una parte, en dilucidar dimensiones de la relación entre discurso (discursos) y prácticas sociales; por otra, en  contribuir a la actualización del oficio del historiador como una práctica de construcción de relatos en diálogo con otros saberes. Particularmente, este autor busca analizar como se desarrolla la “construcción social de los discursos” y la “construcción discursiva del mundo social”; contribuir a complejizar la perspectiva de análisis de la dominación y los mecanismos de resistencia y; ampliar, mediante el estudio de las obras de Foucault, de Certeau y Marin, los límites de la disciplina histórica.

En relación con la crítica que Maximialiano Salinas hace de mi libro Misticismo e Inquisición en el virreinato peruano. Los procesos a los alumbrados de Santiago de Chile 1710-1736, debo indicar que ella deja en evidencia una actitud bastante especial de parte de su autor. En el fondo, hace caso omiso de la tesis central del libro y se limita a señalar algunas obras que se habrían omitido y a reiterar su propia interpretación del fenómeno estudiado, que había expuesto de manera sucinta hace algún tiempo.

This bibliometric study seeks to quantitatively analyze scientific articles on Leadership Styles with a focus on Transformational Business Leadership. Using the VOSWiever program, an analysis was performed on 838 articles published in Scopus journals from 2000 to May 2024. The results show the top five contributing countries: United States, Australia, United Kingdom, China and Pakistan. In addition, records of studies in Latin America are found in countries such as Colombia, Chile, Ecuador and Mexico and that 2020 was the year with the highest scientific production. Using Lotka, Price, Bradford's Law, prolific authors, country and journal productivity were identified. With the Hirsch index, the productivity of countries and journals. Using Zipf's law, the most frequent keywords related to innovation, knowledge management, management, gender, change management, job satisfaction and organizational culture, among others, were revealed. The article seeks to contribute to knowledge management by suggesting the development of lines of research little studied, evaluating the scientific work of authors, institutions and even countries, also with the eighth goal of sustainable development (SDG) with the study of the phenomenon of transformational leadership that models practices that favor economic growth, labor welfare and organizational sustainability. For future research, it is suggested to examine measurement models and concrete effects produced by this transformational leadership style, as a mediator related to work performance.

i) Introduction. In the ecosystem of importing SMEs, initiating a digital transformation with basic infrastructure is far from simple. This article reflects on the experience of Or Design, a company based in Medellín, Colombia, specializing in the import and distribution of ergonomic chairs, which aimed to digitize its processes without compromising the stability of its logistics operations. ii) Objective. The objective was to analyze how an SME can adopt WMS-type technologies through frugal operational models, avoiding costly and overly complex solutions. iii) Methodology. The methodology combined a PRISMA-based review of recent literature with a case study supported by semi-structured interviews and direct field observation. iv) Results. Five key tensions were identified: non-integrated tools, fragile traceability, a non-systematized culture of continuous improvement, leadership sensitive to digital risk, and active learning from peer experiences. v) Conclusions. These findings suggest that digital transformation in such companies may not begin with technology itself, but rather with a revision of organizational logic and decision-making criteria. In this context, digital strategy advances not through speed, but through prudence.

This study is a systematic analysis of scientific articles in the field of Ethical Leadership, Positive Leadership, dominant definitions, background of ethical conduct, thematic trends such as work engagement and its measurement, as a theoretical foundation that contributes to the development, strengthening and promotion of ethical conduct in each of the processes of business management. The analysis of a corpus of articles published in high impact journals is described, offering an analysis of the subject that allows a greater understanding of the changes it has undergone over time. The results show the advances in the field of Ethical Leadership and gaps for research. The article seeks to contribute to the eighth Sustainable Development Goal (SDG), that is, to the study of the phenomenon of Ethical Leadership and its development to strengthen the topic so that scholars and organizational leaders can contribute to economic growth, wellbeing and organizational sustainability. For future research it is suggested to consider the background of the ethical behavior of ethical leaders for its development, as well as concrete effects produced by their influence as a mediator related to different work performance behaviors.

Due to the increase of entrepreneurs with initiatives and ideas to start their own business who do not have a financial culture, lack of knowledge about sources of financing, how to manage credit, among others, the objective of this research is to determine through a documentary review, the existence of a direct relationship between financial inclusion and profitability in Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Honduras, using a qualitative methodology of documentary research with a descriptive non-experimental approach, emphasizing the results of the articles that relate our study variables, and from a review of fifty-four (54) documents including articles, theses and studies, a direct relationship was determined between the profitability of the SME with the level of financial inclusion to which their owners have access, having access to different financial instruments, as well as having knowledge of the proper use of these, tend to be that their small businesses are more profitable, likewise, it was evidenced that for Honduras no scientific articles were found that relate the variables of financial inclusion and profitability in the SME, which makes it possible to do future research in the country.

This article examines the relationship between public debt and the main macroeconomic variables for the period 2014-2022, using vector autoregressive (VAR) models. The methodology focused on the analysis of some impulse-response functions to evaluate the dynamic impact of certain random perturbations on the system variables. The results obtained show that a positive shock on the net debt/Gross Domestic Product (GDP) ratio would have a positive and short effect on economic growth, on the real interest rate, the real exchange rate (RER) and the primary deficit/GDP ratio. Instead, prices would decrease in response to innovation in the net debt/GDP. Economic growth has a more persistent impact on the interest rate and the RER, while the effect on the debt/GDP ratio dissipates in the second period. The real interest rate would briefly affect the net debt/GDP and primary deficit/GDP ratios. On the primary deficit/GDP side, it was found that net debt/GDP and economic growth would increase in the short term, the RER would appreciate, and inflation would increase. Given a positive shock to the RER, net debt/GDP and inflation would increase. Finally, innovations in inflation would increase net debt/GDP, while economic growth and the real RER decrease.

The Covid-19 pandemic has put unprecedented pressure on business resilience, as it has once again put companies, highlighting the importance of agilely adapting to operational and technological changes such as accelerated digitalization, and remote work. This article examines how companies, especially micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) have faced post-pandemic challenges in Honduras, a country of constant economic and social challenges. Despite the fall in the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in the first years of the pandemic, the MSME sector has been fundamental in the recovery of the economy, contributing a considerable percentage to the country's GDP.  However, the formalization and structuring of companies in this sector continues to be a challenge despite the response of the State and the support of international organizations, which has been crucial, with initiatives that include financial support and measures to strengthen the banking system and promote financial inclusion.  The study identifies the importance of preparation and strengthening of capacities in the management of MSMEs, essential for Honduras to move towards economic recovery; Furthermore, the analysis highlights the need for policies and strategies that strengthen business resilience and promote sustainable growth in Honduras and other emerging economies.

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Introduction: Hallux rigidus is the most common degenerative condition affecting the foot. This study aims to present the outcomes of a percutaneous surgical technique designed to improve range of motion and relieve pain in active patients. Materials and Methods: We conducted a retrospective review of all patients diagnosed with mild to moderate hallux rigidus who underwent minimally invasive/percutaneous surgery, involving dorsal cheilectomy of the first metatarsal combined with a dorsal wedge osteotomy of the first metatarsal and proximal phalanx of the hallux, between June 2019 and June 2022. The minimum follow-up period was 12 months, with a maximum of 36 months. Results: A total of 15 patients (19 feet) were included, with a mean age of 54 years (range: 38–71). The visual analog scale (VAS) score decreased from 7 preoperatively to 0.7 postoperatively (p < 0.05). Mean dorsiflexion increased from 30° to 49° (p < 0.05), while plantarflexion improved from 14° to 20° (p < 0.05). The mean AOFAS score increased from 60 (range: 52–68) preoperatively to 85 (range: 81–89) at the final follow-up (p < 0.001). Conclusions: The minimally invasive approach—dorsal cheilectomy combined with dorsiflexion osteotomy of the distal metatarsal and proximal phalanx—appears to be a reliable long-term treatment for grade I/II hallux rigidus. This technique offers a safe and effective alternative for active patients, achieving optimal functional outcomes with minimal pain and only minor, common complications.