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Item type: Ítem , Access status: Embargo , Inteligencia Emocional y su influencia en el desempeño laboral en el Sector Público de la ciudad Cañar(Universidad Católica de Cuenca., 2026) Quindi Pichasaca, Cristian FabricioEmotional intelligence (EI) is an important construct for understanding its relationship with various aspects of job performance in public organizations. The objective was to determine the relationship between emotional intelligence and job performance among public employees in the city of Cañar. A quantitative, descriptive-correlational, non-experimental, cross-sectional study was conducted. The population consisted of 936 public employees, and the sample consisted of 273 participants, distributed proportionally among the institutions with individual random selection. Contextualized 12-item versions based on the Wong and Law Emotional Intelligence Scale (WLEIS) and the Individual Work Performance Questionnaire (IWPQ) were administered. Internal consistency was estimated; the measurement structure was examined using confirmatory factor analysis, and associations were analyzed using Spearman’s rho, 5,000 bootstrap resamples, and multivariate models adjusted for sociodemographic variables. Overall EI was positively associated with corrected overall performance (ρ = 0.631; p < 0.001; 95% CI: 0.538–0.710), and the association remained after multivariate adjustment (β = 0.603; p < 0.001). Multidimensional factor models showed better fit than unidimensional solutions. The dimensional pattern revealed distinct associations between emotional abilities and performance facets. In conclusion, EI is significantly associated with job performance in the study population, and that relationship has a multidimensional configuration, although the study design does not allow for the establishment of causality. Keywords: emotional intelligence, job performance, contextual performance, counterproductive behaviors, public administration.Item type: Ítem , Access status: Acceso Abierto , Análisis de la eficiencia operativa en los procesos de extracción de materiales pétreos y su relación con la productividad: Estudio de caso en la empresa Buenos(Universidad Católica de Cuenca., 2026) Caguana Balvoa, Juan PabloThe limited ability to optimize the use of operational resources is a common problem among small-scale mining companies, given its direct impact on productivity levels and economic sustainability. In this context, the objective of the research was to analyze the operational efficiency of the Buenos Hermanos mining company and its relationship to productivity during the 2021–2025 period. The methodology was based on a quantitative approach, with a descriptive and correlational scope, using a longitudinal analysis of operational and production records related to fuel consumption, operating costs, production volume, and revenue. The results showed significant monthly variations in each of the indicators for the variables analyzed: Notable characteristics for a given month included a peak energy productivity of 30.23 m³/gal in June 2021, a peak production of 800 m³ in November 2021, and a peak revenue of USD 5,357.00 in the same month. Likewise, Spearman’s correlation coefficient indicated a significant positive relationship between energy productivity and production volume (ρ = 0.814; p < 0.01), as well as between energy productivity and revenue (ρ = 0.781; p < 0.01). In conclusion, operational efficiency directly influences a company’s productivity and economic performance, making it a key determinant of the competitiveness and sustainability of extractive operations. Keywords: operational efficiency, productivity, production processes, stone materials, longitudinal analysis.Item type: Ítem , Access status: Embargo , Inversión de remesas y las condiciones económicas de los hogares del Cantón Suscal(Universidad Católica de Cuenca., 2026) Loja Tamay, Jorge LuiInternational migration and remittances are significant phenomena due to their impact on the livelihood, savings, and investment strategies of recipient families. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between remittance investment and the economic conditions of recipient households in the Suscal canton, Cañar province, Ecuador. A quantitative, correlational, non-experimental, cross-sectional study was conducted with 308 households selected through random probability sampling. Data were collected using a 42-question questionnaire, including 32 statements on a five-point Likert scale. The instrument showed high overall internal consistency (α = 0.917), as well as high internal consistency for remittance investment (α = 0.874) and economic conditions (α = 0.914). The analysis included descriptive statistics, 95% confidence intervals, and Spearman’s rho correlations. A positive, moderate, and statistically significant association was identified between the variables (ρ = 0.455; p < 0.001). Consumption had the highest mean (M = 4.19; 95% CI [4.06; 4.32]), followed by investment in assets (M = 4.04; 95% CI [3.92; 4.17]); productive investment had the lowest value (M = 2.62; 95% CI [2.46; 2.77]). The strongest relationship was observed between investment in assets and economic stability (ρ = 0.485), followed by productive investment and household wealth (ρ = 0.326). It is concluded that diversification in the use of remittances is associated with better economic conditions, although their limited focus on productive activities restricts the generation of sustainable income. Keywords: migration, remittances, economic conditions, investment, consumption.Item type: Ítem , Access status: Acceso Abierto , Evaluación de la eficacia antiparasitaria de semillas de Carica Papaya en caninos positivos a Toxacara Canis(Universidad Católica de Cuenca., 2026) Quezada Barzola, Johnny AlexanderToxocara canis gastrointestinal infection is one of the most common parasitic diseases affecting dogs and represents an important zoonotic concern. This study compared the antiparasitic efficacy of conventional praziquantel plus pyrantel treatment with Carica papaya seeds in naturally infected dogs. An experimental study was conducted using twenty dogs older than six months, randomly assigned to two groups of ten animals each. Coprological diagnosis and parasite burden were assessed using the Sheather flotation technique on days 0 and 16. Data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon signed-rank test for within-group comparisons and the Mann-Whitney U test for between-group comparisons, considering p < 0.05. Both treatments eliminated all cases classified as having high parasite burden by the end of the study. Praziquantel plus pyrantel achieved a greater reduction in parasite burden, showing differences between baseline and day 16 (p = 0.013) and when compared with the C. papaya group at the end of treatment (p = 0.044). Although C. seeds reduced parasite burden and eliminated severe infections, their therapeutic effect was lower than that of conventional treatment. These findings support the use of C. papaya seeds as a complementary option within integrated parasite control programs for dogs. Keywords Natural antiparasitic; Carica papaya; toxocariasis; canines; Toxocara canis; helminthsItem type: Ítem , Access status: Embargo , Redes sociales y preferencia de compra en la generación Z del Cantón Cañar: Mediación del engagement y la confianza digital(Universidad Católica de Cuenca., 2026) Castillo Falcon , Jessica PriscilaThe growth of e-commerce and the adoption of digital technologies have transformed consumer behavior, fostering interaction between physical and digital channels during the purchasing process. The objective was to analyze the behavior of consumers in the Cañar Canton regarding their purchasing decisions in e-commerce and brick-and-mortar stores and to determine whether these channels exhibit a substitutive or complementary relationship. The study was conducted using a quantitative approach with a descriptive and correlational focus, a non-experimental design, and a cross-sectional design. Data were collected through a structured survey administered to adult consumers in the Cañar Canton and analyzed using descriptive statistics, tests of association, and binary logistic regression. The results show that e-commerce is used primarily for its variety of products, ease of price comparison, and convenience, while brick-and-mortar stores are preferred for the trust they inspire, the ability to inspect products in person, and personalized service. In addition, a higher prevalence of webrooming (38.6%) was identified compared to showrooming (29.9%), highlighting the integration of both channels in the purchasing decision. In conclusion, consumer behavior follows a model of complementarity between e-commerce and brick-and-mortar stores, as 75.6% of costumers intend to continue shopping online. Therefore, organizations must implement omnichannel strategies that integrate the strengths of both channels to optimize the customer experience, strengthen trust, and increase their competitiveness in a more digitized business environment. Keywords: e-commerce, brick-and-mortar stores, consumer behavior, purchasing decisions, digital technologies.
