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The Level of Self-Perceived Stress among International School Teachers During Post-Pandemic Period

This study aimed to identify the level of self-perceived stress among teachers in international schools. A total of 146 from three international school teachers participated in this study. The teachers were selected to collect the data through the online interview session via google form and disseminated to participants to evaluate the perceived stress level of international schoolteachers in their day-to-day 1. during the post-pandemic period. In addition, the researcher showed a significant difference in self-perceived stress between male and female teachers in international schools. This study used a quantitative approach design to explore the teachers' self-perceived stress levels during the post-pandemic period. The data collected had also been analysed using the SPSS as it can answer the research questions. The findings indicate that teachers' self-perceived stress is at a moderate level. The result was also found to be statistically non-significant of self-perceived stress for males (M=2.54, SD=1.11) and females (M=2.73, SD=0.93) in the personal domain; t (144) =-1.069, p = 0.287. Using the Pearson correlation, there is a positive relationship between the dependent variable "factors that contribute to stress," and the independent variable, "self-perceived stress. " Hopefully, this research will help the stress symptoms that school teachers experience to be better understood.
Suprathermal particle energization in dipolarization fronts: Particle‐in‐cell simulations

Within dipolarization fronts (DFs) in the Earth's magnetotail, significant magnetic energy is converted to plasma energy, and a significant portion of the electrons and ions therein are accelerated to suprathermal energies. The mechanism that produces these suprathermal particles while simultaneously reducing magnetic field energy is poorly understood, however. We use two‐dimensional particle‐in‐cell simulations to explore this process in conventional flux bundle‐type DFs, which are formed by single X line reconnection and connected to the Earth, and in newly proposed flux rope‐type DFs, which are formed and bracketed by two X lines. In flux bundle‐type DFs, electrons are betatron accelerated near the Bz peak, and ions are energized through reflection at the front. In flux rope‐type DFs, most suprathermal electrons and ions are confined to the flux rope's magnetic structure and are accelerated through repeated reflections at the structure's two ends.
Profile and predictors of babies admitted to SNCUs of two tribal districts of Chhattisgarh

Background: The neonatal period is the crucial and vulnerable period of the human life cycle. Various research has been conducted worldwide that provide the baseline data on clinical profiles and predictors of outcomes of babies admitted to sick newborn care units (SNCUs). Nonetheless, studies on tribal areas and community outreach areas are rare. In the present study, predictors and profiles of patients admitted to SNCU, in the Dantewada and Bijapur districts of Chhattisgarh, India, were evaluated which shall help prioritize patient care and preventive approaches. Methods: This retrospective study was undertaken from January 2019 to December 2020 in the SNCUs of Dantewada and Bijapur. Neonatal and maternal characteristics, course during labor, treatment given to the neonates, and outcome data were obtained and analysed. Results: In total, 1,531 neonates were enrolled in the study. Mothers had a mean age of 25.6 years (standard deviation [SD] ±4.9) with birth spacing less than 2 years (60.3%) and antenatal care (ANC) visits less than 4 (50.4%). Neonates were low birth weight (43.75%) and were home-delivered (15.8%). One hundred forty-nine neonates died. In the multivariate regression model, extremely low birth weight babies, less than 1 kg (odds ratio [OR]: 11.59 confidence interval [CI] 4.625–31.58), gestational age less than 34 weeks (OR: 2.13 CI 1.291–3.532), central cyanosis (OR: 10.40 CI: 3.269–32.35), duration of IV fluid > 3 days (OR: 2.16 CI 0.793–0.880), duration of antibiotic >3 days (OR 0.63 CI 0.408–0.979) were found to be independent predictors of mortality among neonates. Conclusion: The prevalence of newborns aged less than 12 h is higher among the study population. Birth asphyxia, prematurity, neonatal jaundice, and sepsis were fundamental and leading causes of morbidity. Preterm birth and low birth weight babies had significantly high mortality. The government needs to focus on marginalized communities with target-based interventions and policies.
Band-structure based electrostatics model for ultra-thin-body double-gate silicon-on-insulator MOS devices

The effect of quantum confinement has become significant in terms of its impact on the scalability and electrostatics of ultra-thin-body double-gate MOSFETs. In this paper, we present a simplified model to account for the effect of quantum confinement, considering the contribution of the ground-state and the first excited state of the conduction band, on the electron carrier concentration, which when incorporated into the 1-D Poisson’s equation, enables the determination of the electrostatic potential. We establish the accuracy of the proposed model, over a wide range of process and electrical parameters, through aggressively benchmarking the electrostatics parameters obtained from the proposed model with results from the sp 3 d 5 s∗ tight-binding method (TBM), over a wide range of device temperatures. Furthermore, a simplified model for the integrated channel charge density is shown in the form of a diffusion layer charge where the thickness and potential of this layer, while being gate voltage dependent, enables the channel charge density obtained from the model to agree well with results from TBM. Through this physics based and accurate model for the integrated charge, a simplified understanding of the gate capacitance is shown as a series combination of the diffusion layer capacitance, strong-inversion capacitance and oxide capacitance, which includes the effects of structural confinement as well as charge confinement at low and high gate voltages, respectively.
Physicochemical and microstructural characteristics of Frafra potato (Solenostemon rotundifolius) starch

ABSTRACT Frafra potato (Solenostemon rotundifolius) is an underutilized climate-resilient tuber crop commonly cultivated in the tropics. Different accessions have been identified and bred to broaden its application in food. This study characterized the starches extracted from ten accessions, from Ghana (released) and Burkina Faso (unreleased), in terms of yield, physicochemical, and microstructural characteristics. The starches did not differ significantly (p < .05) in color (L*) and amount (35 to 39% dry matter basis). Furthermore, there were no significant differences (p < .05) among them in amylose/amylopectin ratio, syneresis %, granule types and shapes, except for one of the unreleased accessions (E82), which had a significantly (p < .05) smaller granule size. There were, however, significant differences (p < .05) in paste clarity of the starch gels, ranging from 51 to 63% of the starch gels, as well as in the thermal properties of the starches. The XRD and FTIR spectra showed the starches to be A-type, typical of tuber starches, with relative crystallinities ranging between 30.5 to 33.5%. The ten Frafra potato cultivars were clustered into two groups using PCA procedures; one group (Maa-Lana and Nutsugah) clustering on thermal properties of starch, while the other group (E82, E111, E132, E134, E145, Manga, Naachem-Tiir, and WAAPP) on paste clarity and change in temperature. The variations in granule size and thermal characteristics of the starches could impact the performance, cooking and textural properties, of these Frafra potato accessions in food applications.
Experimental Validation of the EnergyPius Low-Temperature Radiant Simulation

The EnergyPlus low temperature radiant model was experimentally validated by comparing measured data with results predicted by the model for radiantly heated and cooled residence. The measured data were obtained from an instrumented house located in Carefree, Arizona, and monitored by Arizona State University. The study showed that that the low temperature radiant model is sensitive to both the construction parameters, including specification of the thermal mass, and the system parameters. Interaction of the complex thermal processes that result in a given thermal comfort level can be accurately predicted by a carefully tuned EnergyPlus model. On the other hand, a high degree of uncertainty in either the building specification or the system specification can lead to significant errors in the predicted space comfort and energy consumption.
A Simple Equation to Estimate Maximal Oxygen Uptake in Older Adults Using the 6 min Walk Test, Sex, Age and Body Mass Index

Purpose: The 6 min walk test (6MWT) is used in clinical and epidemiological practice as a simple tool to evaluate the maximal aerobic exercise capacity (VO2max). To date, little evidence has been provided regarding regression equation models to predict VO2max in older adults. Therefore, the main purpose of the study was to develop a reference equation to estimate objectively measured VO2max, based on the 6MWT, sex, age and body mass index (BMI). Patients and Methods: In this observational prospective study, we collected the data from 233 asymptomatic participants aged 60–80 years (52.4% women). VO2max and the 6MWT were measured using standardized protocols. BMI was calculated as weight (kg) divided by height squared (m2). To be able to develop the predictive equation for VO2max, we used linear generalized estimating equations (GEE). Results: Older men performed better in VO2max (30.9 ± 8.8 vs. 26.3 ± 6.3 mL/kg/min, p < 0.001) and the 6MWT (673.9 ± 58.7 vs. 642.3 ± 48.0 m, p < 0.001), compared to women. VO2max was correlated with the 6MWT (r = 0.71, p < 0.001), sex (r = −0.29, p < 0.001), age (r = −0.62, p < 0.001) and BMI (r = −0.38, p < 0.001). The model to predict VO2max included: VO2max (mL/kg/min) = 59.44 − 3.83 *, sex (1—men; 2—women) − 0.56 *, age (years) − 0.48 *, BMI (kg/m2) + 0.04 *, and the 6MWT (m) (R = 0.85; R2 = 72.3%, SEE = 3.99 mL/kg/min, p < 0.001). Conclusion: The newly developed regression equation can be a guideline in clinical and epidemiological practice to predict the VO2max in apparently healthy older adults.
Photothermal therapy combined with dinitrophenyl hapten for the treatment of late stage malignant melanoma

To evaluate the efficacy and safety of photothermal with dinitrophenyl hapten (DNP) for patients with malignant melanoma (MM), Patients with pathology confirmed stage III or IV MM were enrolled. Seventy-two patients were randomized into two groups, DNP alone group (n=36) and DNP plus photothermal therapy group (n=36). The results showed that the patients in the combination treatment group had longer median progression-free survival time (19.0m vs. 12.0m, p=0.007). No severe adverse events were observed in both groups. Thus, the combination of photothermal therapy and DNP maybe a new therapeutic strategy for patients with advanced MM.
OFFI CIAL JOURNAL OF THE TRANSPLANTATION SOCIETY

Survival of primates following orthotopic cardiac transplantation treated with total lymphoid irradiation and chemical immune suppression. J. L PENNOCK, B. A. REITZ, C. P. BIEBER, S. AZIZ, P. E. OYER, S. STROBER, R. HOPPE, H. S. KAPLAN, E. B. STINSON, AND N. E. SHUMWAY 467 Cyclosporin A in experimental lung transplantation. F. J. VEITH, A . J. NORIN, C. M . MONTEFUSCO, K. l. PINSKER, S. L KAMHOLZ, M. l . GLIEDMAN, AND E. EMESON 474
Empagliflozin Reduces Interleukin-6 Levels in Patients with Heart Failure

Background: The inhibition of sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT-2) has been shown to be beneficial in the treatment of diabetic and non-diabetic patients with heart failure. The underlying mechanisms are incompletely understood. The present prospective study investigates for the first time the effect of empagliflozin on various soluble markers of inflammation in patients with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF). Methods: We included 50 inpatients with HFrEF and diabetes mellitus type 2. A total of 25 patients received a therapy with the SGLT-2-inhibitor empagliflozin in addition to standard medication; the other 25 patients did not receive empagliflozin and were considered the control group. Quality of life, functional status and soluble immunological parameters in serum were assessed at baseline and after 3 months. Results: The baseline characteristics of both groups revealed no significant differences. Patients on empagliflozin demonstrated a significant improvement in the Minnesota living with heart failure questionnaire (baseline 44.2 ± 20.2 vs. 24 ± 17.7; p < 0.001), in distance in the 6-min walk test (baseline 343 ± 145 m vs. 450 ± 115 m; p < 0.001) and in soluble interleukin-6 level (baseline 21.7 ± 21.8 pg/mL vs. 13.7 ± 15.8 pg/mL; p = 0.008). There was no significant change of these or other parameters in the control group (p > 0.05 each). Conclusions: The empagliflozin-induced improvement of quality of life and functional capacity in patients with HFrEF and type 2 diabetes mellitus is accompanied by a substantial reduction of interleukin-6 levels. Thus, anti-inflammatory effects may contribute to the benefits of SGLT-2-inhibitors in heart failure.
Comparison of analgesic efficacy of ultrasound-guided erector spinae block with port site infiltration following laparoscopic cholecystectomy

ABSTRACT Background One of the foremost common medical reasons for delayed discharge following ambulatory surgery is pain. Erector spinae plane block (ESPB) is a comparatively new technique utilized for intra‑ and post‑operative analgesia. We aimed to compare the analgesic efficacy of ESPB with port site infiltration in laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) patients. Methods Forty-four patients 18–60 years old with body mass index (BMI) of 18–35 kg/m2 who were scheduled for laparoscopic cholecystectomy were randomized into two groups (22 patients each) either to obtain an ultrasound‑guided Bilateral ESPB (group A) or port‑site infiltration of local anesthetic (group B) after anesthesia induction. The primary outcome was the total postoperative nalbuphine consumption in the first 24 h. Results The overall amount of rescue analgesia was significantly lower in group A (8.27 ± 1.12 mg for nalbuphine as first-line rescue analgesic and 10 patients needed ketorolac as second line rescue analgesic) than in group B (15.92 ± 2.11 mg for nalbuphine as first-line rescue analgesic and 22 patients needed ketorolac as second-line rescue analgesic) during the first 24 h postoperatively. The time to first analgesic request showed statistically significant difference between the two groups with longer time in group A (p value < 0.001). The numerical rate score at rest and when coughing was significantly lower in group A than group B. Conclusion Erector spinae plane block was superior to port site infiltration regarding decrease in analgesic consumption and prolongation in time of postoperative rescue analgesia in patients undergoing laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
Evaluation of Total Hydrocarbon Contents in the Leaves of Selected Crops Grown on Crude Oil Polluted Agricultural Soil

Aim: The Total Hydrocarbon Content (THC) levels in the leaves of three edible plants (Allium cepa, Telfairia occidentalis and Zea mays) grown on soil polluted with 100 ml of crude oil were examined. Study Design: This experiment was conducted in two groups where the soil samples were polluted before planting (PB) and polluted 2 weeks after planting (PA). Place and Duration of Study: The research was carried out at the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), Imo State, Nigeria, within a period of 4 weeks based on each group’s pollution time. Methodology: The tests for total hydrocarbon content (THC) were analyzed at different wavelengths for polluted soil and leaf samples using UV-Vis spectrophotometric method. Soil THC tests were determined on days 0, 14 and 28 respectively while THC tests on leaves of study plants were assessed on day 14 and 28. Results: The total hydrocarbon content values of the unpolluted soil (UPS) and the non-planted polluted soil (PS) subjected to this analysis on day zero were (UPS = 96.38 mg/kg; PS = 1082.80 mg/kg). However, results obtained on day 14 and 28 showed significant difference (P < 0.05) between the unpolluted soil sample (UPS) and all the planted polluted soil for Telfairia occidentalis (TOPB, TOPA), Allium cepa (ACPB, ACPA), Zea mays (ZMPB, ZMPA) as well as, the non-planted polluted soil (PS). For the leaf samples, TOPB had the highest THC value of 14.47mg/kg and 36.73 mg/kg for day 14 and 28 respectively while ZMPB had the lowest value of 5.38mg/kg at day 14 and ZMPA, the least THC value of 7.76mg/kg at day 28. Conclusion: Based on the varying THC levels observed in the leaves of crops used for this study; it was connoted that, bioaccumulation of hydrocarbons depends on the plants phytoremediation capability and the mode of pollution as observed in TOPB.
Effect of Video Games Compared to Storytelling on Preoperative Anxiety and Fear among Children undergoing Surgery

Background: Hospitalization and surgery are traumatic experiences for children. Children might lessen their preoperative anxiety and worry through play activities. The aim of the study: is to evaluate the effect of video games compared to storytelling on preoperative anxiety and fear among children undergoing surgery. Design: a quasi-experimental research design was used. Sample: 150 preschool-age children (3-6years) were equally and randomly divided into three groups: two study groups (video games and storytelling group) and control group (fifty children in each group), Setting: The current research was applied to the inpatient Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) department at Minia University Hospital, and the Pediatric surgical hospital which is affiliated with Minia University Hospital. Tools: Three tools were utilized in the current study; a structured interview questionnaire, the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory for Children (STAIC), and the Glasses Fear Scale (GFS). Results: Preoperative fear and anxiety were lower among studied groups after video games and storytelling than before. The lowest scores of STAIC and GFS were in the video games group, followed by the storytelling group, and finally the control group . A highly statistically significant difference (P=0.000) was detected between the total mean score of STAIC and GFS before and after the test . Conclusion: Compared to children in the control group who just received regular medical care, playing video games and using storytelling as a distraction tactic for children facing surgery is an excellent method for easing their preoperative anxiety and worry. Recommendations: nurses should work together with medical staff to routinely utilize non-pharmacological methods such as video games and storytelling techniques to reduce the fear of surgery and anxiety among children undergoing surgery
The Influence of The Relationship Marketing, Influencer Marketing and Features on Purchasing Decisions in Zalora E-Commerce Users in Badung Regency

Purpose - Consumers before making a purchase will do a lot of evaluation by looking at the considerations that exist because there are indeed many factors that must be considered by consumers, so that the products purchased are really in accordance with their wants and needs. Because there are many factors that influence consumer purchasing decisions, including relationship marketing, influencer marketing and features. The formulation of the problem and the purpose of this research is to find out how the influence of relationship marketing, influencer marketing and features on purchasing decisions. Methodology – The location of this research was in Badung Regency and the sample used was 95 respondents. Research method used is quantitative. In this study the data analysis technique used is the Classical Assumption, Multiple Linear Regression, Coefficient of Determination, t test and F test Findings - Based on the results of the study, it can be seen that relationship marketing has a significant positive influence on purchasing decisions, influencer marketing has a significant positive influence on purchasing decisions, features has a significant positive influence on purchasing decisions and simultaneously relationship marketing , influencer marketing and features has a positive and significant influence on purchasing decisions. The magnitude of the influence of the independent variable on purchasing decisions is 53%. Originality – Application of relationship marketing, influencer marketing, and features on zalora e-commerce to purchasing decisions.
Glycosaminoglycans and fucoidan have a protective effect on experimental glomerulonephritis

Background: The glomerular endothelial glycocalyx is degraded during inflammation. The glycocalyx plays a pivotal role in endothelial function and is involved in many processes including binding of chemokines and cytokines, leukocyte trafficking, and preventing proteinuria. HS-based therapeutics are a promising novel class of anti-inflammatory drugs to restore a compromised endothelial glycocalyx under inflammatory conditions. Recently, we demonstrated that treatment with HS extracted from unstimulated glomerular endothelial glycocalyx (unstimulated HSglx) reduced albuminuria during anti-GBM induced glomerulonephritis. Since endothelial HS domains are distinct in unstimulated versus inflammatory conditions, we hypothesized that 1) unstimulated HSglx, 2) LPS-stimulated HSglx, 3) the HS-mimetic fucoidan and 4) the glycosaminoglycan preparation sulodexide, which is a mixture of low molecular weight heparin and dermatan sulfate, might have different beneficial effects in experimental glomerulonephritis. Methods: The effect of unstimulated HSglx, LPS HSglx, Laminaria japonica fucoidan, or sulodexide on experimental glomerulonephritis was tested in LPS-induced glomerulonephritis in mice. Analyses included urinary albumin creatinine measurement, cytokine expression in plasma and renal cortex, and renal influx of immune cells determined by flow cytometry and immunofluorescence staining. Furthermore, the observed in vivo effects were evaluated in cultured glomerular endothelial cells and peripheral blood mononuclear cells by measuring cytokine and ICAM-1 expression levels. The ability of the compounds to inhibit heparanase activity was assessed in a heparanase activity assay. Results: Treatment of mice with LPS HSglx or sulodexide near-significantly attenuated LPS-induced proteinuria. All treatments reduced plasma MCP-1 levels, whereas only fucoidan reduced IL-6 and IL-10 plasma levels. Moreover, all treatments reversed cortical ICAM-1 mRNA expression and both fucoidan and sulodexide reversed cortical IL-6 and nephrin mRNA expression. Sulodexide decreased renal influx of CD45+ immune cells whereas renal influx of macrophages and granulocytes remained unaltered for all treatments. Although all compounds inhibited HPSE activity, fucoidan and sulodexide were the most potent inhibitors. Notably, fucoidan and sulodexide decreased LPS-induced mRNA expression of ICAM-1 and IL-6 by cultured glomerular endothelial cells. Conclusion: Our data show a potentially protective effect of glycosaminoglycans and fucoidan in experimental glomerulonephritis. Future research should be aimed at the further identification of defined HS structures that have therapeutic potential in the treatment of glomerular diseases.