Physalis peruviana L. is a tropical fruit that is nutritionally valuable due to its rich content of health-promoting compounds, including flavonoids, tocopherols, and carotenoids. This study aimed to examine the variation in the concentration of five functional metabolites: epicatechin, α-tocopherol, δ-tocopherol, γ-tocopherol, and β-carotene, throughout immature and mature fruit developmental stages; and to evaluate the incidence of soil physicochemical factors (SPF), and the exogenous methyl jasmonate (MeJA) application on the accumulation of these metabolites in mature fruits. Targeted metabolite quantification was performed using high-performance liquid chromatography coupled with diode-array and fluorescence detection (HPLC-DAD/FLD). The results showed stage-dependent fluctuations in metabolite levels, with a marked increase in tocopherols and β-carotene during the ripening stage. Spearman’s correlation was observed among metabolites and some SPF analyzed in sampling 0, for immature and mature fruits. No statistically significant differences were observed with MeJA treatments, except for α-tocopherol. These findings provide novel insights into the developmental stage, SPF correlations, and elicitor-mediated regulation of bioactive metabolites in P. peruviana fruits, supporting their use in functional food development.
This study aims to identify trends, gaps and opportunities related to curricular flexibility in virtual environments through a bibliometric analysis, focusing on how curricula and teaching methods adapt to students' needs and changes in the educational landscape. A bibliometric analysis was conducted following the PRISMA 2020 guidelines, using the Scopus and Web of Science databases. The study examined growth patterns, most-cited sources and thematic evolution. Results show quadratic polynomial growth in publications, with 2021 standing out as the most productive year. The most cited authors were Harden and Hart in the Medical Teacher Journal, published in the United States and the United Kingdom. Future research should address educational contexts in developing countries, particularly focusing on academic performance in virtual learning environments. It is also recommended to explore further the role of inclusion and digital technologies in higher education. This study offers an updated and structured overview of the research landscape on curricular flexibility in virtual settings. It highlights a thematic shift from early focuses such as volcanoes and volcanism to more current topics like remote learning, stakeholder engagement and blended learning, demonstrating a significant evolution in academic interests.
Tourism development planning is defined as a strategic process that aims to organise and manage the growth of tourism activities in a given territory. This is achieved by integrating economic development with the conservation of environmental, cultural and social resources. Within this framework, tourism planning is connected to sustainable management of destinations, territorial competitiveness, and coordination among public and private stakeholders. Analytical and technological tools are incorporated to support decision-making. Despite the growing academic interest in this field, the extant literature reveals conceptual and methodological dispersion stemming from the diversity of theoretical approaches, planning models, and institutional contexts from which the phenomenon is analysed. In light of the prevailing circumstances, the objective of this study is to identify and analyse the predominant conceptual approaches, planning models and applications that are extant in the scientific literature pertaining to tourism development planning. A systematic literature review was conducted in accordance with the PRISMA 2020 guidelines. This approach facilitated the organisation and rigorous examination of the extant scientific evidence, and provided a basis for reflection on tourism planning as a relational, multidimensional and contextualised process. It was concluded that such planning requires territorial governance, the participation of relevant actors, and the use of analytical tools to promote sustainable and balanced tourist destinations.
PurposeThis study synthesises evidence on peace education curricula implemented in territories affected by armed violence, examining their contribution to social reconstruction, reconciliation, civic competencies and social cohesion. This study aims to identify dominant pedagogical approaches, curricular components, evaluation strategies, key actors and documented outcomes, addressing the theoretical and methodological dispersion that limits cumulative knowledge and long-term impact assessment. Design/methodology/approachA systematic literature review was conducted following PRISMA 2020 guidelines. Searches in Scopus and Web of Science produced 234 records, from which 40 studies met predefined eligibility and quality criteria. A qualitative synthesis was applied to analyse pedagogical models, curricular integration strategies, methodological designs and stakeholder participation across peace education initiatives in violence-affected contexts. FindingsThe review shows a predominance of civic education, peacebuilding and cross-curricular integration approaches. Qualitative methods, especially interviews and case studies, are most common. Teachers, students, families and communities play central roles, while curriculum fragmentation and limited longitudinal evaluation constrain evidence on sustained educational and social impact. Originality/valueThis study offers an integrative synthesis of a fragmented research field by articulating pedagogy, curriculum, assessment and social participation. It provides a coherent analytical framework that supports more systematic design and evaluation of peace education initiatives in conflict-affected territories.
This chapter per the authors examined the challenge of cyber fraud in vulnerable populations with limited digital literacy, such as older adults and rural communities in Latin America. Existing cybersecurity tools were found to be difficult to adopt due to complex interfaces and technical language. To address this gap, ProtecTIC was designed as an educational mobile application built with inclusive UX/UI principles and preventive digital literacy. The methodology followed an agile and iterative process, combining qualitative and quantitative techniques through interviews, surveys, and usability tests with participants in Colombia and Mexico. Pilot testing with older adults demonstrated improved recognition of phishing and fraudulent scenarios and increased confidence in navigating digital environments. This chapter per the authors concluded that ProtecTIC represents an effective strategy to reduce digital inequalities and reframes cybersecurity as both an educational and social challenge, contributing to empowerment and resilience in vulnerable communities.
