Introduction: in our country  has been created the  respective legislation and control bodies  that regulate the work of the  Water Management Boards responsible for the management of water resources, the same ones that must manage elements of infrastructure of the drinking water system (catchments, conduction networks, distribution networks, control valves,   household connections), economic information on charges for water consumption, registration of  users (new and change  of beneficiaries), failure data, repairs, infrastructure expansions; however, due to the limited economic resources managed by these organizations, it is difficult for them to provide quality services, efficiently take advantage of water resources,  Guarantee  the conservation  of water sources and the provision of drinking water service to all the inhabitants of the community.   Objectives: to support the fulfillment of the sixth objective of the 2030 Agenda on Sustainable Development approved by the UN in 2015 Clean Water and Sanitation, has been a concern of several organizations worldwide, including FAO, UNESCO WWAP, UNDP, UNECE and UNEP, who have proposed to help achieve efficient management of water resources   for the benefit of users; Digital technologies are used for this purpose.  Methodology: this research is of applied type, with a mixed approach, field, and documentary and descriptive, for which a methodology was established for   collecting technical data on the behavior of water resources and distribution networks of the drinking water system. Results: methodology to collect information for a drinking water system, maps of the existing infrastructure, updated lists of users and the geoportal using free software with information obtained from the JAAP-S Santa Fé Centro. Conclusions:  the JAAP-S has a geoportal, in which managers will be able to visualize the changes that occur in the elements of the physical infrastructure of the drinking water system over time. General area of study: Software. Specific area of study:  Geographic Information Systems.

Introduction: Primary forests maintain virgin areas in which there is much unknown biological diversity. Objective: The purpose of this study is to isolate unknown species of lactic acid bacteria (LAB), fermentative yeasts, and aerobic fermentative bacteria from primary forest soils, to verify their potential use in agroindustry. Methodology. In the case of lactic acid bacteria, soil samples from the primary forest of Cañi were planted in an acid medium with MRS and anaerobiosis with 13.3 x10^5 CFU/mL present at 35°C, the isolated species degraded the lactose and acidified the substrate. Yeasts were sown from soil samples using 12 x10^5 CFU/mL present, in a neutral YPD medium with the presence of dextrose in the presence of oxygen and a bacterial growth inhibitor at 30°C, then the species were selected. resistant to 8% alcohol, glucose and fructose fermented well except lactose and fermentation was conducted in citrus juice for 45 days, eliminating pathogens and ethanol and CO2 production was obtained. Fermentative bacteria were planted from of primary forest soil samples with 12 x10^5 CFU/mL present, on GYC agar under aerobic conditions at 30°C. Results. The microorganisms, especially lactic acid bacteria, of which only two isolated species fermented lactose very easily, C3R2 and the sample C3R1, which metabolized lactose very quickly in yeasts, were characterized. Sample 001 BC1 was the one that could generate the greatest gas production and passed the SH2 test, which is not harmful for its use to degrade biomass. In fermentative bacteria, samples 009C2 and 007C1' were the ones that survived alcohol and those that they fermented in a better way and in the SH2 test negative results were presented, with which it can also be inferred that it does not affect human use, finally the yeasts isolated after 45 days metabolizing the citrus juice with the release of ethanol being a fermentation of agro-industrial interest. Conclusion. With this work, lactic acid bacteria isolated from the soil of primary forests with fermentative capacities against lactose are obtained, in addition to their application to degrade biomass. Finally, the isolated yeasts metabolize the citrus juice with the release of ethanol, being a fermentation of agro-industrial interest

Introduction: In the forensic field, after the discovery of a corpse in an aquatic environment, the question arises about the cause of death since it must be determined if it is suffocation by submersion or if the medico-legal etiology is another. and the victim's body was placed in this post-mortem environment. This is why the need arises to know the value of the study of Diatoms in corpses that have had a presumptive diagnosis of suffocation by submersion. Objective:  Establish through bibliographic review how diatoms can help determine the legal medical etiology of asphyxia by submersion. Methodology:  The present investigation is descriptive, qualitative, and theoretical with a retrospective chronology that allows us to conduct an analysis, synthesis and a correct organization of the information collected to provide true information on the subject in question. Results: A detailed analysis of the relationship between the presence of diatoms in samples obtained from corpses and their diagnosis of suffocation by submersion is conducted. Conclusion: It was possible to determine that the diatom test has an auxiliary importance when giving a legal medical diagnosis of suffocation by submersion, in addition, several factors must be considered prior to the diagnosis. This test should not be used as the only method to give a forensic medical diagnosis of suffocation due to submersion, since depending on the circumstances, false positive results may occur.

Introduction: the analysis and study of public policies is based on their existence and their application or not by those who must do so, analyze current problems and their origin or cause, as well as the effects they generate on people or population groups. or vulnerable, for the case study, the most logical thing to do is to start with processes of socialization and familiarization of people with the current reality that they live in and with the standards set by the governing bodies of these policies, to establish mechanisms that make it possible to reach the level desired (or as close as possible). Objectives: this scientific article focuses on the evaluation of public policies implemented in the Guaranda canton, Bolívar province, Ecuador, with the aim of favoring the incorporation of women in leadership positions. Gender equality and the empowerment of women in decision-making are fundamental aspects to promote sustainable development and equity in society. Methodology: in the investigation, mixed methods were applied that allowed reaching a set of systematic, empirical and critical processes that involved the collection and analysis of quantitative and qualitative data, generating an integration and joint discussion that made it possible to make inferences about all the information collected, to achieve a greater understanding of the phenomenon under study, the reason why more researchers opt for these types of research is because both qualitative and quantitative data are simultaneous in their collection, analysis and interpretation. Results: characterization of the public administration institutions of the Guaranda canton, execution of introductory workshops that made it possible to sensitize and engage government officials, execution of a public awareness campaign to publicize the 2030 Agenda and the SDGs to the general public and deliver to the involved inside and outside the Public Administration the lines of work that enable their commitment to strengthen and support the application of public policies based on the full and effective participation of women and equal opportunities for leadership at all levels of the decision-making in political life at the level of government and local institutions. Conclusions: changes in attitude and social behavior start from the awareness, commitment and improvement of action policies and treatment of women by local authorities, based on extensive knowledge of the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), specifically No. 5 concerning gender equality in that ending all forms of discrimination against women and girls is not only a basic human right, but is also crucial for sustainable development. General study area: public policies. Specific area of ​​study: women's Leadership.

Introduction. PROVELEC is an Ambateña company that was born with the purpose of providing products related to the electric field used in the domestic and commercial area, at the beginning of its economic activity it had a great reception due to the few competitors that existed in the market. And it needs an analysis through the methodology of the Balanced Scorecard to improve its administrative, productive, and financial processes. Methodology: in the design of the present research work, the quantitative analysis of the calculation of metrics based on the mathematical model of the Balanced Scorecard can be evidenced. The type of field research, obtaining the primary information from the same company. Applying a type of exploratory research, the same that will determine the measurement parameters of this. Results: the metrics or better known as indicators are useful parameters within the CMI to measure the performance of proposed activities, which will show the problems at all levels within the company and thus identify potential problems and seek solutions for the optimization of processes, as well as the environment of this. Conclusions: the diagnosis shows that the current situation of the company requires the use of administrative tools to achieve the vision and objectives proposed, therefore, the economic-financial and administrative aspects will be integrated into the general strategy.

Introduction: Child labor has been a frequent practice in many parts of the world, including the Las Mercedes neighborhood of the Huaquillas Canton. Objective: This article aims to identify the consequences of child labor in the integral development of children and adolescents in this neighborhood. Methodology: to achieve this objective, a field research methodology was used, in which 5 in-depth interviews were applied to the officials of the ETI-MENDI project. Results: The results of the research indicated that child labor has grave consequences on the integral development of children and adolescents, including a greater probability of suffering occupational accidents and being exposed to health risks, poor school performance and less access to health services. Conclusions: it was identified that child labor has had serious emotional effects such as stress, anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem, inferring cognitive development and causing isolation and difficulties in trusting others. It has also generated situations of labour exploitation and violence, which can have long-term negative effects on adult life, such as reduced job opportunities, risk of poverty and social exclusion.

Introduction: child begging is a social problem that grows day by day and this is due to the current socioeconomic and political situation of Ecuador. This problem is one of the main challenges for the Ministry of Social Economic Inclusion. Objective: this study aims to analyze the influence of the family environment on child begging in Huaquillas city. Methodology: the research is descriptive, exploratory, and correlational, with a quantitative methodological approach. Results: the study revealed that the factors of cohesion and expressiveness significantly influence the social development of families; however, the dimension of conflict influences an increase towards vulnerability and begging in children in Huaquillas city. Conclusions: therefore, the study contributes to the scientific and academic community as a contribution towards the development of recent studies in social matters and to the profession so that from the results they develop programs and plans that allow mitigating the growth of the child population in a situation of begging.

Drug and alcohol use in adolescence is a public health problem that requires attention and commitment from all social actors, including parents, educators, health professionals and authorities. The objective of this study is to identify the family factors that affect the consumption of alcohol and narcotic substances in adolescents from CETAD Amor y Vida, categorizing them into a range of prevalence where the main factors that originate can be glimpsed. The research used a non-experimental approach supported by quantitative and statistical methods, several techniques were used, such as documentary research; the bibliographic technique, which allowed the use of digital databases; and, finally, the field technique, which involved the application of previously designed surveys with twenty-two items that made it possible to collect quantitative data; A cross-sectional study was established, during the period March - May 2023. The results revealed that the majority of the population of the Amor y Vida Addiction Center consume due to constant social pressure, being the main factor of their addiction, represented by 45%. It is concluded that the most prevalent factors in patients admitted to the Rehabilitation Center were social pressure, family abandonment due to migration, and generational consumption.

Introduction.  Arachnoid cysts are a benign lesion filled with cerebrospinal fluid coated with an arachnoid membrane. Their association with head trauma is infrequently reported. Choi and Kim were the first to postulate that childhood head trauma may in some cases contribute to their pathogenesis. Objective.  Describe the case of a pediatric patient with a cranial deformity in the left temporal region that was evident after a head trauma in the same region, the surgical management and his evolution. Methodology. Case report performed by retrospective collection of information through access to the patient's physical and digital medical history with prior authorization of the legal representatives through informed consent. Results.  Pediatric patient 2 years 2 months old with left temporal cranial deformity that became evident after a head injury. The cranial tomography showed a cystic lesion of large size in the left temporal region that remodeled the adjacent calotte. The control tomography 3 months postoperatively showed significant reduction and a new report of a subdural hygroma. Conclusion.  Head trauma could be a determinant factor involved in the pathogenesis of arachnoid cyst, however, further discussion is required.

Hegemonic masculinities promulgate the subordination of women in relation to men, while emerging masculinities present subjectivities where different models are stressed. The objective of this study is to analyze the repercussions of hegemonic masculinities on sexual satisfaction and quality of life, versus emerging masculinities with equal categories, through a systematic review. For this, the PRISMA method was applied, finding eleven registries that show the sexual impact of hegemonic masculinity on women's virginity, sex for pay and the female method of HIV prevention; while the repercussions on quality of life correspond to self-esteem, mental health, suicide, diseases, physical activity and role conflict. On the other hand, emerging masculinities bring with them stereotypes and discrimination that affect the quality of life of those involved; and have an impact on women's sexual vindication. It is important to note that, with respect to the pertinent research of emerging masculinities, the original articles developed according to the search parameters are partially scarce, since the topic has been very little explored, and has even been associated with research variables that differ from those presented in this article, a criterion that has been considered. Science area: Psychology.