bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Fungal Infections among Teledermatology Consultations in Dermatology Department of a Tertiary Care Hospital: A Descriptive Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Jha Sagar Mani , Dangol Anil Kumar Singh , Suwal Bhabendra , Yadav Jyotshna
Published: November 2021

Introduction: Teledermatology provides virtual consultation to patients using telecommunication technology. Using this method dermatologists can diagnose a condition with the help of pictures of the lesions and short history. During the COVID-19 pandemic, practicing this method has become more relevant. Providing teleconsultations to patients with fungal skin infections can prevent inadvertent use of topical corticosteroids. The objective of this study was to find the prevalence of fungal infections among teledermatology consultations done in a tertiary care hospital.
Methods: It was a descriptive cross-sectional study where the store and forward and real-time methods were used between February 2020 to July 2020. Ethical clearance was taken from the institutional review board (reference number: 245). Data of those patients who wanted consultations from this department were sent by medical officers deployed in military hospitals that are under the central army hospital located in Kathmandu. Convenient sampling was used. The collected data was entered and analyzed in the Statistical Package of Social Sciences version 20. Point estimate at 95% Confidence Interval was calculated along with frequency and percentage for binary data.
Results: A total of 451 (33.45%) (30.93-35.97 at 95% Confidence Interval) were diagnosed with fungal infections out of 1348 patients who were enrolled for the study. About 361 (80%) of the patients suffering from fungal infections belonged to the Terai region and 90 (20%) belonged to mountainous areas.
Conclusions: The prevalence of fungal infection among teledermatology consultation was lower than the findings from a similar international study.
Circ-CHFR modulates the proliferation, migration, and invasion of ox-LDL-induced human aorta vascular smooth muscle cells through the miR-214-3p/PAPPA axis
Authors: Lu Qianqian , Li Ying , Lou Jiaping , Li Pingzhen , Gu Yi , Wang Xianghai
Published: November 2021

Circular RNAs (circRNAs) are associated with the pathogenesis of human diseases, including atherosclerosis. Here, we undertook to investigate the biological role and mechanism of circRNA E3 ubiquitin-protein ligase (circ-CHFR) in atherosclerosis. The expression levels of circ-CHFR, miR-214-3p, and pregnancy-associated plasma protein A (PAPPA) were measured by real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction (RT-qPCR) and western blot in human aorta vascular smooth muscle cells (HA-VSMCs) exposed to oxidized low-density lipoprotein (ox-LDL). Cell proliferation, migration, and invasion capabilities were assessed by 3-(4, 5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2, 5-diphenyl-2H-tetrazol-3-ium bromide (MTT), and transwell assays, respectively. The relationship between miR-214-3p and circ-CHFR or PAPPA was confirmed by dual-luciferase reporter and RNA immunoprecipitation (RIP) assays. Our data showed that circ-CHFR was upregulated in HA-VSMCs after stimulation with ox-LDL. Downregulation of circ-CHFR inhibited the proliferation, migration, and invasion of HA-VSMCs exposed to ox-LDL. Mechanistically, circ-CHFR acted as a miR-214-3p sponge, and miR-214-3p was a molecular mediator of circ-CHFR regulation in ox-LDL-stimulated HA-VSMCs. PAPPA was a miR-214-3p target, and circ-CHFR regulated the expression of PAPPA by sponging miR-214-3p. Moreover, overexpression of miR-214-3p repressed the proliferation, migration, and invasion of ox-LDL-induced HA-VSMCs by decreasing PAPPA expression. Our findings suggest that the circ-CHFR/miR-214-3p/PAPPA axis regulates ox-LDL-induced proliferation, migration, and invasion in HA-VSMCs.
The association between conventional ultrasound and contrast-enhanced ultrasound appearances and pathological features in small breast cancer
Authors: Chen Jing , Li Chun-xiao , Shao Si-hui , Yao Ming-hua , Su Yi-jin , Wu Rong
Published: November 2021

OBJECTIVE: To investigate the association between ultrasound appearances and pathological features in small breast cancer. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A total of 186 small breast cancers in 186 patients were analyzed in this retrospective study from January 2015 to December 2019 according to pathological results. Forty-seven cases of axillary lymph node metastasis were found. All patients underwent radical axillary surgery following conventional ultrasound (US) and contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) examinations. The association between ultrasound appearances and pathological features was analyzed using univariate distributions and multivariate analysis. Then, a logistic regression model was established using the pathological diagnosis of lymph node metastasis and biochemical indicators as the dependent variable and the ultrasound appearances as independent variables. RESULTS: In small breast cancer, risk factors of axillary lymph node metastasis were crab claw-like enhancement on CEUS and abnormal axillary lymph nodes on US. The logistic regression model was established as follows: (axillary lymph node metastasis) = 1.100×(crab claw-like enhancement of CEUS) + 2.749×(abnormal axillary lymph nodes of US) –5.790. In addition, irregular shape on CEUS and posterior echo attenuation on US were risk factors for both positive estrogen receptor and progesterone receptor expression, whereas calcification on US was a risk factor for positive Her-2 expression. A specific relationship could be found using the following logistic models: (positive ER expression) = 1.367×(irregular shape of CEUS) + 1.441×(posterior echo attenuation of US) –5.668; (positive PR expression) = 1.265×(irregular shape of CEUS) + 1.136×(posterior echo attenuation of US) –4.320; (positive Her-2 expression) = 1.658×(calcification of US) –0.896. CONCLUSION: Logistic models were established to provide significant value for the prediction of pre-operative lymph node metastasis and positive biochemical indicators, which may guide clinical treatment.
The Hubei Memory and Aging Cohort Study: Study Design, Baseline Characteristics, and Prevalence of Cognitive Impairments
Authors: Li Lin , Cheng Gui-Rong , Liu Dan , Hu Fei-Fei , Gan Xu-Guang , Zhang Bo , An Lina , Chen Cong , Zou Ming-Jun , Xu Lang , Ou Yang-Ming , Chen Yu-Shan , Li Jin-Quan , Wei Zhen , Wu Qiong , Chen Xing-Xing , Guo Man-Qing , Wu Qing-Ming , Wang Ru , Zeng Yan
Published: November 2021

Background: Despite the improved access to health services in China, inadequate diagnosis and management of dementia are common issues, especially in rural regions. Objective: The Hubei Memory & Aging Cohort Study was designed as a prospective study in Central China to determine the prevalence, incidence, and risk factors for dementia and mild cognitive impairment (MCI) among urban and rural older adults. Methods: From 2018–2020, participants aged ≥65 years were screened, and data regarding their life behaviors, families, socio-economic status, physical and mental health, social and psychological factors, and cognition were collected. Diagnoses of MCI and dementia were made via consensus diagnosis using the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders fourth edition criteria. Results: Of 8,221 individuals who completed their baseline clinical evaluation, 4,449 (54.1%) were women and 3,164 (38.4%) were from remote rural areas (average age: 71.96 years; mean education period: 7.58 years). At baseline, 25.98%(95%confidence interval [CI]: 24.99–26.96) and 7.24%(95%CI: 6.68–7.80) of the participants were diagnosed with MCI and dementia, respectively. Prevalence showed a strong relationship with age. The substantial disparities between rural and urban regions in MCI and dementia prevalence and multiple dementia-related risk factors were revealed. Especially for dementia, the prevalence rate in rural areas was 2.65 times higher than that in urban regions. Conclusion: Our results suggested that public health interventions are urgently needed to achieve equitable diagnosis and management for people living with dementia in the communities across urban and rural areas.
Epileptic Seizures in Alzheimer’s Disease: What Are the Implications of SANAD II?
Authors: Larner Andrew J. , Marson Anthony G.
Published: November 2021

Epileptic seizures are increasingly recognized as part of the clinical phenotype of patients with Alzheimer’s disease (AD). However, the evidence base on which to make treatment decisions for such patients is slim, there being no clear recommendation based on systematic review of the few existing studies of anti-seizure drugs in AD patients. Here the authors examine the potential implications for the treatment of seizures in AD of the results of the recently published SANAD II pragmatic study, which examined the effectiveness of levetiracetam, zonisamide, or lamotrigine in newly diagnosed focal epilepsy, and of valproate and levetiracetam in generalized and unclassifiable epilepsy.
Peptidylarginine Deiminase and Alzheimer’s Disease
Authors: Wang Lai , Chen Hongyang , Tang Jing , Guo Zhengwei , Wang Yanming
Published: November 2021

Peptidylarginine deiminases (PADs) are indispensable enzymes for post-translational modification of proteins, which can convert Arg residues on the surface of proteins to citrulline residues. The PAD family has five isozymes, PAD1, 2, 3, 4, and 6, which have been found in multiple tissues and organs. PAD2 and PAD4 were detected in cerebral cortex and hippocampus from human and rodent brain. In the central nervous system, abnormal expression and activation of PADs are involved in the pathological changes and pathogenesis of Alzheimer’s disease (AD). This article reviews the classification, distribution, and function of PADs, with an emphasis on the relationship between the abnormal activation of PADs and AD pathogenesis, diagnosis, and the therapeutic potential of PADs as drug targets for AD.
Community detection in complex network by network embedding and density clustering
Authors: Sheng JinFang , Zuo Huaiyu , Wang Bin , Li Qiong
Published: November 2021

In a complex network system, the structure of the network is an extremely important element for the analysis of the system, and the study of community detection algorithms is key to exploring the structure of the complex network. Traditional community detection algorithms would represent the network using an adjacency matrix based on observations, which may contain redundant information or noise that interferes with the detection results. In this paper, we propose a community detection algorithm based on density clustering. In order to improve the performance of density clustering, we consider an algorithmic framework for learning the continuous representation of network nodes in a low-dimensional space. The network structure is effectively preserved through network embedding, and density clustering is applied in the embedded low-dimensional space to compute the similarity of nodes in the network, which in turn reveals the implied structure in a given network. Experiments show that the algorithm has superior performance compared to other advanced community detection algorithms for real-world networks in multiple domains as well as synthetic networks, especially when the network data chaos is high.
Information structures and entropy measurement for a fuzzy probabilistic information system
Authors: He Yanling , Yao Chunji
Published: November 2021

An information system (IS), an important model in the field of artificial intelligence, takes information structure as the basic structure. A fuzzy probabilistic information system (FPIS) is the combination of some fuzzy relations in the same universe that satisfy probability distribution. A FPIS as an IS with fuzzy relations includes three types of uncertainties (i.e., roughness, fuzziness and probability). This paper studies information structures in a FPIS from the perspective of granular computing (GrC). Firstly, two types of information structures in a FPIS are defined by set vectors. Then, equality, dependence and independence between information structures in a FPIS are proposed, and they are depicted by means of the inclusion degree. Next, information distance between information structures in a FPIS is presented. Finally, entropy measurement for a FPIS is investigated based on the proposed information structures. These results may be helpful for understanding the nature of structures and uncertainty in a FPIS.
Treatment and provider choice in worker injury rehabilitation: A systematic literature review
Authors: Anderson Olwen , McLennan Vanette , Randall Christine
Published: November 2021

BACKGROUND: In the face of significant costs for injured worker rehabilitation and its impact on society, ongoing examination of how rehabilitation is carried out is warranted. OBJECTIVE: To review recent studies that explored the impact of the worker’s choice in terms of provider and treatment on the outcome for the worker in injury rehabilitation. METHOD: A systematic literature review was conducted using searches through electronic databases, with studies retrieved then subjected to a quality appraisal. RESULTS: Nineteen studies were eligible for inclusion. Studies reviewed found that choice of provider or treatment generated more positive outcomes for workers, and workers preferred a treatment provider familiar with their care. The worker’s ability to exercise choice was affected by conflict with other stakeholders and misalignment of expectations. The relationship between choice and costs was unclear, sometimes conflicting. CONCLUSIONS: The impact of treatment and provider choice on outcomes for workers remains unclear. The worker’s ability to choose may be hampered by systemic constraints, access to preferred providers, misalignment of stakeholder expectations, and the worker’s ability to engage in decision making. Greater worker engagement in their rehabilitation could potentially reduce costs as well as improve psychosocial outcomes.
Does a brief work-stress intervention prevent sick-leave during the following 24 months? A randomized controlled trial in Swedish primary care
Authors: Hultqvist Jenny , Bjerkeli Pernilla , Hensing Gunnel , Holmgren Kristina
Published: November 2021

BACKGROUND: Work-related stress (WRS) presents a risk for sick leave. However, effective methods to identify people at risk for sick leave due to WRS at an early stage are lacking in primary health care. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate whether a systematic early identification of WRS can prevent sick leave over 24 months after the intervention. METHODS: Study participants (n = 132 intervention; n = 139 control) were employed, non-sick-listed persons seeking care at primary health care centres. The intervention included early identification of WRS by a validated instrument, general practitioner (GP) awareness supported by a brief training session, patients’ self-reflection by instrument completion, GP giving the patient feedback at consultation and GP identifying preventive measures. The control group received treatment as usual. Outcome data were retrieved from the Swedish Social Insurance Agency. RESULTS: The intervention group had less registered median sick leave days (n = 56) than the control group (n = 65) but the difference was not statistically significant. CONCLUSIONS: The brief intervention was not proven effective in preventing sick leave in the following 24 months compared to treatment as usual. Further research on how to identify, advice and treat those at high risk for sick leave in primary health care is needed.
Ergonomic design and evaluation of a novel laptop desk for wheelchair users
Authors: Naeini Bita B. , Tabatabai Ghomsheh Farhad , Divani Razieh , Danesh Mojtaba K. , Garosi Ehsan
Published: November 2021

BACKGROUND: Nowadays, although using laptops to perform many routine activities is inevitable, many wheelchair users are not able to efficiently use their laptops due to their movement limitations and inappropriate workstations. OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to design and evaluate a novel ergonomic laptop desk for wheelchair users by considering their movement limitations. METHODS: In this experimental study, we ergonomically designed and assessed a novel laptop desk in two phases in a laboratory. In the first phase of the study, design specifications were identified by an expert panel; accordingly, a new laptop desk was designed and prototyped for the wheelchair users. In the second phase, in order to evaluate the laptop desk, 14 wheelchair users were asked to complete a typing task within 20 minutes, both with and without using the laptop desk. Postural risk level, perceived discomfort, and task performance were evaluated using the Rapid Upper Limb Assessment (RULA) technique, Local Perceived Discomfort (LPD) questionnaire, and the number of letters typed and typing errors, respectively. RESULTS: The postures of the wrist, arm, and neck regions were corrected from RULA action level 3 to 2 when the designed laptop desk was used. In addition, the average perceived discomfort of the participants significantly decreased in the neck, shoulder, and wrist regions. Furthermore, typing accuracy was improved significantly when novel laptop desk was used. CONCLUSIONS: Accommodating wheelchair user’s workstation with the novel designed laptop desk could reduce musculoskeletal disorders risk factors and help wheelchair users to perform their work more efficiently.
A primary care team approach to secondary prevention of work-related musculoskeletal disorders: Physical therapy perspectives
Authors: Dropkin Jonathan , Roy Asha , Szeinuk Jaime , Moline Jacqueline , Baker Robert
Published: November 2021

BACKGROUND: Among work-related conditions in the United States, musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) account for about thirty-four percent of work absences. Primary care physicians (PCPs) play an essential role in the management of work-related MSDs. For conditions diagnosed as work-related, up to seventeen percent of cases are PCP managed; within these conditions, up to fifty-nine percent are diagnosed as musculoskeletal. Negative factors in treatment success confronting PCPs include time constraints and unfamiliarity with work-related MSDs. A multidimensional team approach to secondary prevention, where PCPs can leverage the expertise of allied health professionals, might provide a useful alternative to current PCP practices for the treatment of work-related MSDs. OBJECTIVE: Provide the structure of and rationale for an “extended care team” within primary care for the management of work-related MSDs. METHODS: A systematic literature search, combining medical subject headings and keywords, were used to examine eight peer-reviewed literature databases. Gray literature, such as government documents, were also used. RESULTS: An extended care team would likely consist of at least nine stakeholders within primary care. Among these stakeholders, advanced practice orthopedic physical therapists can offer particularly focused guidance to PCPs on the evaluation and treatment of work-related MSDs. CONCLUSIONS: A multidimensional approach has the potential to accelerate access and improve quality of work-related outcomes, while maintaining patient safety.
Evaluation of a natural workspace intervention with active design features on movement, interaction and health
Authors: Munir Fehmidah , Yarker Joanna , Duckworth Jennifer , Chen Yu-Ling , Brinkley Andrew , Varela-Mato Veronica , Lewis Rachel , Clemes Stacy
Published: November 2021

BACKGROUND: There is increasing focus on designing workspaces that promote less sitting, more movement and interaction to improve physical and mental health. OBJECTIVE: This study evaluates a natural intervention of a new workplace with active design features and its relocation to a greener and open space. METHODS: An ecological model was used to understand how organisations implement change. Pre and post survey data from 221 matched cases of workers and accelerometery data (n = 50) were analysed. RESULTS: Results show a decrease in occupational sitting (-20.65 mins/workday, p = 0.001) and an increase in workplace walking (+5.61 mins/workday, p = 0.001) using survey data, and accelerometery data (occupational sitting time: –31.0 mins/workday, p = 0.035, standing time: +22.0 mins/workday, p = 0.022, stepping time: +11.0 mins/workday, p = 0.001). Improvements in interaction, musculoskeletal pain and mental health were reported. CONCLUSIONS: Application of the ecological model shows that the organisation understands how to target the built environment and social/cultural environment but not how to target behaviour change at the individual level.
A social-healthcare pathway to facilitate return to work of cancer survivors in Italy: The UNAMANO project
Authors: Paltrinieri Sara , Ricchi Elena , Mazzini Elisa , Cervi Elena , Sandri Elisa , Fugazzaro Stefania , Costi Stefania
Published: November 2021

BACKGROUND: Return to work (RTW) is a major goal to promote cancer survivors’ social participation. OBJECTIVE: This study describes the multidisciplinary social-healthcare pathway called UNAMANO, conceived to support RTW in this population. METHODS: UNAMANO was developed by the Azienda USL-IRCCS di Reggio Emilia, in partnership with the local branch of the Italian Medical Association, nonprofit associations, vocational training institutions, social cooperatives, a labour union, and a chartered accounting firm. RESULTS: UNAMANO is directed towards employed individuals diagnosed with cancer living in the province of RE. It was developed through four actions: A) training healthcare professionals on work-related occupational rehabilitation; B) dissemination among community and stakeholders; C) recruitment and training of volunteers; D) cancer survivor engagement and provision of a personalized comprehensive intervention. This consists in providing information and either occupational therapy to overcome barriers and facilitate RTW or social support through re-training and tailored job search strategies based on individual risk of job loss. CONCLUSIONS: UNAMANO is the first Italian multidisciplinary social-healthcare pathway supporting RTW of cancer survivors. Addressing a wide area of cancer survivors’ needs, it provides personalized intervention to resolve work-related issues. We propose this patient-centred RTW model to promote an easier transition from hospital to community.
Perception and practices of Operative and Endodontic specialists in Pakistan towards the use of dental magnification
Authors: Adnan Samira , Tabassum Sadia
Published: November 2021

BACKGROUND: The perceptions and trends of magnification use in dentistry need to be determined since magnification significantly enhances clinical practice. OBJECTIVE: To assess perception and practices of Operative and Endodontic specialists currently working in Pakistan, regarding use of magnification. METHODS: A structured questionnaire administered for this analytical cross-sectional study recorded demographics, trends of magnification devices used in practice and their perceived advantages and disadvantages by the specialists with close-ended questions and three-point Likert scale. RESULTS: Out of 91 forms, 77 responses were received (response rate of 84%). Most participants had 1–4 years of practical experience, were employed at both faculty and clinical positions, were more interested in operative/restorative procedures and used TLL (through the lens loupes) at low magnification. Use of magnification devices was learnt mostly during post-graduate training and was used daily or weekly for complicated cases. Noteworthy perceptions included improved treatment quality and standard of care. However, they were also perceived as irritating, increasing treatment time, with adverse effect on eyesight with prolonged use. No statistically significant correlation was found between the variables recorded (p > 0.05). CONCLUSIONS: Most specialists used magnification devices in some form and were abreast with their advantages. Proper training and continued dental education courses can help dispel any observed misapprehensions.
Investigating the compliance of COVID-19 protocols in the workplaces of Ardabil, Iran
Authors: Lotfollahzadeh Asghar , Rastgoo Leila , Shirinzadeh Islam , Kharghani Moghadam Seyedeh Melika , Ebrahimi Hossein
Published: November 2021

BACKGROUND: Workplaces are prone to the current outbreak- of COVID-19. Despite the production of the COVID-19 vaccine, due to some challenges in vaccinating all people worldwide, adherence to health protocols is still one of the ways to prevent infection. OBJECTIVE: This study was conducted with the purpose of investigating the compliance of COVID-19 protocols in the workplaces of Ardabil, Iran. METHODS: This was a cross-sectional research conducted on the workplaces affiliated to Ardabil University of Medical Sciences between August and September, 2020. A researcher-designed checklist was completed once in early August and once at the end of September for the workplaces. Accordingly, these workplaces were inspected for any compliance with the COVID-19 prevention protocols by health centers during August and September. In addition, the number of patients with COVID-19 was determined for each one of the workplaces. RESULTS: The results showed that the highest increase was related to screening (57.8%) and the lowest change was related to personal hygiene (1.3%). The rates of increase in performance for small workshops, offices and industries were 35.4%, 33.1%and 12.4%, respectively. Moreover, a linear and inverse relationship was found between the incidence of COVID-19 and the level of observance of the OVID-19 prevention protocols. CONCLUSIONS: Based on the results of this study, the inspection made by legal authorities led to the increased commitment of workplace managers to implement prevention programs, thereby increasing the observation level of these protocols in the workplace and reducing the incidence of COVID-19.
The association between moral distress and mental health among nurses working at selected hospitals in Iran during the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Nemati Reza , Moradi Ainaz , Marzban Maryam , Farhadi Akram
Published: November 2021

BACKGROUND: In the event of an epidemic outbreak, the mental health of medical staff, including nurses who serve on the frontlines of hospitals, can be affected; thus, the identification of factors affecting nurses’ mental health is of importance. OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to examine the association between moral distress and the mental health of nurses working at four selected hospitals in Iran during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. METHODS: A cross-sectional questionnaire survey was conducted on 296 nurses working at the selected hospitals in Bushehr and Shiraz (south of Iran) at the time of the COVID-19 outbreak. The collected data were analyzed via logistic regression analysis. RESULTS: The mean scores for nurses’ moral distress were low (54.31±24.84). The results of this study indicated more symptoms of mental issues among nurses (73.60%). Moreover, a significant association was observed between mental health and moral distress. Among the examined demographic variables, only gender had a significant association with mental health (p-value = 0.014). CONCLUSION: The results of this study indicated that an increase in moral distress would lead to a significant increase in mental health issues of the examined nurses. Nurse managers and hospital policymakers should develop strategies to enhance nurses’ level of mental health, as well as providing adequate emotional and family support for nurses. Considering the intensifying role of gender in this association, timely interventions are necessary to reduce the negative effects of workplace pressure/stress on female nurses.
PERSPECTIVE LINES FOR EXPLOITATION OF CULTURAL HERITAGE SITES LOCATED WITHIN THE FRAMES OF PROTECTED ZONES IN THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION
Authors:   Likhachov Russian Research Institute for Cultural and Natiral Heritage, Putrik Yuri , Solovyov, Andrei
Published: November 2021

The paper briefly outlines legal framework of activities run by the modern Russian state for physical safekeeping cultural heritage sites, one of key form of which is making zones of protected natural landscape. The authors trace a graduately process of mainstreaming issues concerning preservation historical and cultural heritage sites and integration of these constructions into a structure of economic, social and cultural development of regions of the country. Researchers analyze a set of current problems in sphere of preservation and state protection of cultural heritage sites (such as lack of monetary funds and skilled workforce for repair and restoration, fulfilling research tasks, etc. Also, the article reviews ongoing programs for preservation cultural heritage sites located in the Russian capital, Moscow.
AN ETHNOGRAPHIC MONUMENT AS AN INTANGIBLE HERITAGE BRINGER
Authors:   Altai State Institute of Culture, Kupriianova Irina
Published: November 2021

The article takes an attempt to argue primariness of intangible heritage toward tangible one exhibited in ethnographic collections of museums using the example of semantic analysis of key (on the author's view) monuments of East-Slavic ethnic culture. The researcher shows hierarchic relation between both components of culture in which museum monuments are materialized ideas that reflected traditional views on world structure, ethic and aesthetic notions and preferences. The possibilities of revealing the features of the ethnic worldview through a thing are considered.
IMAGE OF A REGION AND INTERNAL MIGRATION MOTIVATION ON THE PART OF STUDENTS OF REGIONAL UNIVERSITIES (A CASE OF KUZBASS, RUSSIA)
Authors:   Kemerovo State Institute of Culture, Markov Viktor , Volkova Tatyana , Akhmetgaleeva Zulfiia ,   Kemerovo State Institute of Culture
Published: November 2021

The paper gives sociological assessment for influence of “raw materials supplier” image of a Siberian region (Kemerovo Oblast, Russia) on motives and dynamics of indicators of internal migration of students of local educational institutions of higher education. Results of authors' study of set and level of satisfaction of social and cultural needs of student youth from Kemerovo Oblast are outlined. On the authors' opinion, the capital of Kuzbass territory, which is one of four Russian cities that should become centers of cultural development of the country up to 2023, is, in youth's view, a place in little-attractive industrial region with weak cultural infrastructure.
INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES IN ORGANISING EXHIBITION OF NATURE SECTOR IN KUZBASS STATE MUSEUM OF LOCAL HISTORY (KEMEROVO, RUSSIA) AND PECULIARITIES OF THEIR USE IN EXCURSION WORK
Authors:   Kuzbass State Museum of Local History, Silev Aleksandr , Rodionova Daria ,   Kemerovo State Institute of Culture
Published: November 2021

The paper analyses digital transformation of traditional technology of exhibiting museum items, methods of excursion service to museum audience. An experience of integration of information and telecommunication technologies (such as mapping, holographic projection, typhlokommentation, augmented reality, etc.) into activities run by Kuzbass State Museum of Local History (Kemerovo, Russia) is outlined. The authors reveal a few problems of carrying on excursion work in modernized exhibition areas of a museum.
CULTURAL DIVERSITY AND UNITY OF APPROACHES TO CONSIDERING THEM
Authors:   Altai State Institute of Culture, Tiurenkova Liudmila
Published: November 2021

The paper gives a review of theoretical points for philosophical understanding of a phenomenon of integration and unification processes flow in sphere of global social and cultural dynamics. Etymological description of a concept “culture” is outlined, key versions of explanation of the definition in the today's academic literature is presented. The author sums up views of outstanding cultural anthropologists and philosophers of culture on influence that world-wide tendencies of internationalization of cultural values and commercialization of cultural sectors of national economies have on local cultural organisms. Also, the paper states critical analysis of ideas of multiculturalism, cross-cultural tolerance in the context of preservation cultural diversity and harmonization of inter-ethnic relations in multi-ethnic areas.
MENTORING AS AN ELEMENT OF TRAINING OF SPECIALISTS IN AN INSTITUTION OF TECHNICAL AND VOCATIONAL EDUCATION
Authors:   Kemerovo State Institute of Culture, Grigoreva Anatasia , Chernyak Elena ,   Kemerovo State Institute of Culture
Published: November 2021

The paper considers peculiarities of mentoring of students who is studying according to programs of technical and vocational education as a technique of arranging individual educating process, passing social and cultural experience, professionally significant knowledge, skills. The authors argue a need in revision of types and methods of mentoring caused by a demand of adaptation of its components to current psychological and pedagogical conditions in the system of Russian technical and vocational education.
Characteristics of cows’ cicatricial metabolism of different linearity
Authors: Razhina E.
Published: November 2021

Abstract. The aim of this work is to investigate the relationship between indicators of cicatricial digestion and linearity of cows. Methods. The research was carried out in the breeding enterprises of the Sverdlovsk region on the livestock of Ural-type cows. Cicatricial fluid was collected with an oropharyngeal rubber probe, and a wooden yaw was also used. Cicatricial content was assessed at the Chelyabinsk Interregional Veterinary Laboratory. The pH value was determined by the electrometric method, VFA – in the Markgam apparatus, ammonia – by the microdiffusion method. Ciliates – in Goryaev’s chamber and under a microscope, bacteria – under a microscope with the addition of sodium chloride solution. Statistical data processing was carried out in the Microsoft Office Excel 2010 program. Results. In terms of the number of ciliates and bacteria in the rumen fluid, the Montwick Chieftain cows, characterized by high productive qualities, had an advantage. In terms of pH and VFA, the Vis Back Ideal line was the best. There were no significant differences between the groups in terms of the amount of ammonia in the rumen. The best animals from the point of view of influence on cicatricial metabolism were the animals of the Vis Back Ideal and Montwick Chieftain lineage. Scientific novelty. Studies have shown that linearity is associated with cicatricial digestion in cows. The relationship of bull lines with indicators of cicatricial metabolism of cows has been determined for the first time. The food in the rumen is digested due to the action of bacteria, ciliates, and fungi. An environment has been created in the rumen for the active development of microflora. Bacteria are able to synthesize amino acids and vitamins. The proventriculus can contain up to 50 species of ciliates.
Assessing and Simulating Impacts of Land Use Land Cover Changes on Land Surface Temperature in Mymensingh City, Bangladesh
Authors:   Department of Geography and Environment, Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, Sylhet-3114, Bangladesh, Chowdhury Tahmid Anam , Islam Md. Saiful ,   EQMS Consulting Limited, House 53, Road 04, Block-C, Banani, Dhaka-1213, Bangladesh
Published: November 2021

Urban developments in the cities of Bangladesh are causing the depletion of natural land covers over the past several decades. One of the significant implications of the developments is a change in Land Surface Temperature (LST). Through LST distribution in different Land Use Land Cover (LULC) and a statistical association among LST and biophysical indices, i.e., Urban Index (UI), Bare Soil Index (BI), Normalized Difference Builtup Index (NDBI), Normalized Difference Bareness Index (NDBaI), Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI), and Modified Normalized Difference Water Index (MNDWI), this paper studied the implications of LULC change on the LST in Mymensingh city. Landsat TM and OLI/TIRS satellite images were used to study LULC through the maximum likelihood classification method and LSTs for 1989, 2004, and 2019. The accuracy of LULC classifications was 84.50, 89.50, and 91.00 for three sampling years, respectively. From 1989 to 2019, the area and average LST of the built-up category has been increased by 24.99% and 7.6ºC, respectively. Compared to vegetation and water bodies, built-up and barren soil regions have a greater LST each year. A different machine learning method was applied to simulate LULC and LST in 2034. A remarkable change in both LULC and LST was found through this simulation. If the current changing rate of LULC continues, the built-up area will be 59.42% of the total area, and LST will be 30.05ºC on average in 2034. The LST in 2034 will be more than 29ºC and 31ºC in 59.64% and 23.55% areas of the city, respectively.
МЕТОДИЧНІ ЗАСАДИ РОЗВИТКУ ЗВ’ЯЗНОГО МОВЛЕННЯ ДІТЕЙ ДОШКІЛЬНОГО ВІКУ ІЗ ПОРУШЕННЯМИ ПСИХОФІЗИЧНОГО РОЗВИТКУ
Authors: БРУШНЕВСЬКА Ірина
Published: November 2021

Метою статті є аналіз та обґрунтування ефективності використання сучасних нетрадиційних методів і прийомів роботи у корекційній роботі із розвитку зв’язного мовлення дітей дошкільного віку із порушеннями психофізичного розвитку. Основний акцент зроблено на доцільності застосування ейдотехніки. Ейдетика – це особливий різновид образної пам’яті, здатність найбільш яскраво й точно відтворювати в усіх деталях наочні образи предметів, які в даний момент не діють на органи чуттів. Розглянуто основні засади становлення яви- ща ейдетизму як у психологічній, так і у педагогічних науках. Сьогодні ця ігрова методика популярна серед тих, хто прагне творчо ставитися до процесів пізнання та навчання. Особливої актуальності ця теорія набуває стосовно навчання дітей, які мають певні мовленнєві вади, що зумовлюють серйозні утруднення в опануванні основних програмових завдань. Це наочна уява про звук, яка є зразком для наслідування у вимові. Орієнтуючись на запропоновані символи, діти запам’ятовують не лише сам звук, а й образ, що виникає в їхній уяві, коли вони вимовляють цей звук. Проаналізовано особливості використання у процесі розвитку зв’язного мовлення дітей дошкільного віку різних типів асоціацій: вільні асоціації; асоціації з використанням кольору; асоціації на основі сприйняття форми; асоціації з використанням тактильних табличок; предметні асоціації; звукові асоціації; смакові та нюхові асоціації; використання друдлів. Використання методів ейдетики під час ігор-занять з дітьми з особливими освітніми потребами дасть можливість компенсувати недоліки у розвитку вищих психічних функ- цій, сприятиме корекції відчуттів і повноцінному розвитку мовленнєвої особистості.
ДИДАКТИЧНА ГРА ЯК ЗАСІБ ОЗНАЙОМЛЕННЯ ДІТЕЙ ІЗ ПРЕДМЕТНИМ ДОВКІЛЛЯМ
Authors: ТРОФАЇЛА Наталія
Published: November 2021

У статті представлено змістову характеристику дидактичної гри як засобу ознайомлення дітей із предмет- ним довкіллям. Це поняття проаналізовано з позицій різних наукових підходів. Схарактеризовано суть дидактич- ної гри, її функції та структуру, етапи проведення. Представлено погляди дослідників на класифікацію дидак- тичних ігор. Ознайомлення дітей дошкільного віку з предметним довкіллям передбачає не передачу емпіричних знань про властивості та способи дій із предметами, а узагальнений у науці та зафіксований у системі наукових понять досвід пізнання людством явищ дійсності: природи, суспільства, мислення. Масове охоплення дітей суспільним дошкільним вихованням дає змогу практично забезпечити наступність і неперервність у навчально-виховній роботі закладу дошкільної освіти та школи. Дошкільний вік – це період побудови базових взаємин дитини зі світом і її бажання впорядкувати свої знання про довкілля, а потім узагаль- нити їх у вигляді певної моделі світобудови. У період дошкільного дитинства виникають перші уявлення про довкілля, формується вміння встановлювати найпростіші взаємозв’язки і закономірності в явищах навколишнього світу, а також самостійно застосовувати отримані знання в практичній діяльності. Ознайомлення з предметним світом відіграє важливу роль у формуванні індивідуальної картини світу дити- ни. Через предмети розкриваються різні сторони життя людини: праця, побут, мистецтво. Пізнаючи предмет- ний світ, дитина дізнається про якості і властивості світу загалом: істотні та неістотні. Отже, дошкільний вік є періодом, який відіграє особливу роль у пізнанні дитиною світу загалом і предметного світу зокрема. У зв’язку з цим важливим є пошук принципово нового змісту, методів навчання для самостійної діяль- ності, що сприятиме розвитку в неї пізнавальної та практичної активності, розвиватиме початки творчості.
Trichoderma harzianum in vitro mycoparasitism on Peronospora belbahrii in basil (Ocimum basilicum)
Authors: Almirez Rojas Sergio , Pérez-González Jesús O. , Vázquez-Alvarado Jorge M. P. , Palacios-Talavera A. Alejandro
Published: November 2021

Objective: To describe the symptomatology and to identify the mildew causal agent in basil (Oscimum basilicum), as well as the Trichoderma harzianum-Peronospora belbahrii in vitro mycoparasitic activity.
Design/methodology/approach: Samples were taken from Nufar basil cultivars that had been naturally infected by mildew and, afterwards, the causal agent was isolated in order to carry out a pathogenicity test. The T. harzianum-P. belbahrii parasitism stages were observed in samples from the area in which both microorganisms interact.
Results: The disease symptoms that reveal the presence of a mildew causal agent on basil plants grown in pots and soil match Peronospora belbahrii. Subsequently, the Trichoderma hyphae rolled up and penetrated and vacuolated the conidiophores and the pathogen mycelium.
Study limitations/implications: This study was carried out using only one variety of basil.
Findings/conclusions: T. harzianum’s capacity to parasitize P. belbahrii in vitro was observed after 72 h. Once the conidium of the antagonist germinated, the hyphae directed their chemotropism growth towards P. belbahrii’s conidiophores and mycelium.
Determination of the point of zero charge of pineapple (Ananas comosus L.) peel and its application as copper adsorbent
Authors: Valerio Cárdenas Cintya , Martínez-Herrera Jorge , Velázquez-Vargas Diana Laura , De la Cruz-Burelo Patricia
Published: November 2021

Objective: To determine the optimum pH at which the pineapple peel can adsorb the greatest amount of copper.
Design/methodology/approach: Sorbent material. The size of the pineapple peel was reduced to 0.250 mm; it was chemically modified with 0.2 M NaOH and 0.2 M CaCl2. Point of zero charge (PZC). Six solutions were prepared with 0.5 g of sorbent in an aqueous medium (with a 3-8 pH range), they were stirred at 225 rpm for 48 h. The derivative method was used to plot the initial pH versus final pH, in order to determine the PZC. Copper adsorption. CuSO4 solutions were prepared in 2, 4, 6, 8 10 mg/L concentrations; 0.1 g of pineapple biomass was added adjusting the pH to 5. The solutions had a contact time of 0 to 24 h.
Results: The pineapple peel had a 5.0 point of zero charge (PZC) value, which indicates that pH values higher than the PZC are required to obtain an adsorbent with a negatively charged surface and favor the copper adsorption. A 50% copper removal was obtained in all concentrations after a 1 h contact time.
Limitations on study/implications: This research had no limitations.
Findings/conclusions: The point of zero charge is a reliable parameter that allows the adsorption process to take place and provides a greater certainty to the metal adsorption process. Meanwhile, pineapple peel can be used as an adsorbent material, consequently reducing its accumulation in open dumps.
Canada : Good Ideas from Successful Cities : Municipal Leadership on Immigrant Integration
Authors: Turner Kim
Published: November 2021

In this report, Canada: Good Ideas from Successful Cities, you
will find a snapshot of municipal leadership and excellence
in Canada; each of the 12 city profiles includes a selection
of international comparators.
Kanada : Gute Ideen aus erfolgreichen Kommunen: Kommunale Führungskompetenz bei der Integration von Zuwanderern
Authors: Turner Kim
Published: November 2021

In diesem Bericht, Kanada: Gute Ideen aus erfolgreichen

Kommunen, finden Sie eine Momentaufnahme von

kommunaler Führungskompetenz und Exzellenz in

Kanada. Jedes der 12 Profile von Kommunen umfasst

zusätzlich Querverweise auf vergleichbare Initiativen

in anderen Ländern.
PENDAMPINGAN PEMBUATAN LAPORAN KEUANGAN CV MILIK PETANI JAGUNG DI KABUPATEN MALANG
Authors: Wilasittha Acynthia Ayu Wilasittha , SENSASI Sofie Yunida Putri
Published: November 2021

Petani jagung di kabupaten Malang selaku supplier suatu perusahaan bermodal asing mendirikan badan usaha berbentuk CV untuk memenuhi permintaan pelanggannya. CV tersebut memiliki Nomor Pokok Wajib Pajak sehingga memiliki kewajiban perpajakan. Kewajiban Wajib Pajak Badan adalah melaksanakan kewajiban perpajakan berupa pengisian Surat Pemberitahuan (SPT) dan melaporkannya ke kantor pajak tempat wajib pajak terdaftar. Para petani jagung ini tidak familiar dengan pembukuan dan pelaporan ke kantor pajak sehingga dilakukan pengabdian masyarakat berupa pendampingan pembuatan laporan keuangan CV. Pengabdian masyarakat ini dilakukan secara tatap muka dengan berkunjung ke kantor masing-masing CV untuk pengumpulan data dan sekaligus pelatihan penyusunan laporan keuangan. Hasil dari kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini antara lain petani jagung memahami proses pembuatan laporan keuangan, dimulai dengan permintaan cetak rekening koran ke bank, pencatatan sederhana atas biaya-biaya yang dikeluarkan untuk proses penanaman hingga panen jagung, cara penyusunan transaksi hingga terbentuk sebuah laporan keuangan. Selain pembuatan laporan keuangan, petani jagung juga mengetahui bagaimana proses pelaporan SPT ke kantor pajak secara online dan dokumen yang diperlukan untuk proses pelaporan SPT tersebut.
PELATIHAN DASAR ANALISIS INVESTASI DAN PENYUSUNAN PORTOFOLIO INVESTASI
Authors: SENSASI Sofie Yunida Putri , Wilasittha Acynthia Ayu Wilasittha
Published: November 2021

Pada kondisi perekonomian yang tidak pasti, khusunya ditengah pandemi seperti saat ini memiliki investasi tentunya akan memberikan keuntungan tersendiri. Investasi dapat berguna sebagai alternatif tambahan sumber pendapatan, bahkan jika dapat dikelola dengan baik investasi dapat dijadikan sebagai sumber pendapatan utama bagi investor selaku pemegang dari investasi tersebut. Literasi keuangan di Indonesia masih berada pada kisaran angka 38,03%. Literasi Keuangan di Indonesia yang masih belum terlampau tinggi tentunya juga cukup memberikan gambaran bahwa pengetahuan terkait bagaimana cara melakukan analisis investasi dan cara menyusun investasi tersebut ke dalam suatu portofolio juga masih relative rendah. Investasi harus dilakukan dengan baik dan tepat, sebab apabila salah melakukan investasi seorang investor tidak akan memperoleh keuntungan justru akan merugi. Mahasiswa selaku kalangan muda tentunya perlu ditanamkan pelatihan sejak dini berkaitan dengan pemahaman analisis investasi dan bagaimana cara menyusun kumpulan investasi yang mereka miliki menjadi suatu portofolio aset. Maka, dlilakukanlah pengabdian masyarakat secara daring selama 2 hari untuk memberikan pelatihan dasar berkaitan dengan Analisis Investasi dan Penyusunan Portofolio Investasi. Adapun hasil pada akhir kegiatan pengabdian berupa diperolehnya pemahaman para peserta berkaitan dengan apa itu investasi, jenis-jenis investasi, bagaimana cara menganalisisnya, faktor-faktor apa saja yang harus dipertimbangkan sebelum melakukan investasi, bahkan cara untuk menyusun kumpulan dari investasi yang mereka miliki menjadi suatu portofolio investasi.