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Laser Application in Surgical Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Authors: Wang Ruoyu , Gong Xiaoyong , Shu Tiehuan , Yang Sen
Published: October 2024

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a prevalent condition among middle-aged and elderly men, often causing lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). Current treatment options encompass watchful waiting, pharmacological therapy, and surgical intervention. Among these, surgical treatment rapidly alleviates LUTS and enhances quality of life, making it the most effective approach for moderate to severe BPH. In recent years, with the rapid development and clinical application of various laser technologies, transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP), once considered the "gold standard," has faced controversies due to its higher surgical morbidity and limitations in treating large prostate volumes. Laser technologies, with their remarkable surgical efficacy, safety, and reduced morbidity, have increasingly gained favor among clinicians. This article primarily delves into the clinical advancements of diode laser minimally invasive technology in BPH treatment, aiming to provide a theoretical basis for clinicians in addressing clinical challenges.
Advances in Lycium Barbarum Polysaccharide in the Prevention and Treatment of Ophthalmic Diseases
Authors: Zhao Lei , Wang Weiwei
Published: October 2024

Lycium barbarum is the dried mature fruit of Ningxia wolfberry, family Solanaceae. Chinese medicine believes that wolfberry has the effect of nourishing the liver and kidney, benefiting the essence and brightening the eyes. Lycium barbarum polysaccharide (LBP) is a proteoglycan isolated from Chinese medicine goji berry, which is the most important active ingredient in goji berry extract, with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-aging, anti-tumor, protection of the nervous system, protection of the retina, hypoglycemia, hypolipidemia, enhancement of immunity and other effects. In recent years, research results about LBP in the prevention and treatment of ophthalmic diseases have been emerging, such as cataract, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration has a certain preventive and therapeutic effects. This paper analyzes and reviews the relevant literature on LBP in the prevention and treatment of ophthalmic diseases.
Clinical Research Progress of Acupuncture in the Treatment of Non-motor Symptoms of Parkinson's Disease
Authors: Yuan Xiaoyang , Feng Weixing
Published: October 2024

In recent years, the incidence of Parkinson's disease has increased year by year, because its motor symptoms have a clear diagnostic value has been valued, with the deepening of research, non-motor symptoms gradually into the field of vision of researchers. The onset of non-motor symptoms usually precedes motor symptoms, runs through the entire process of Parkinson's disease, and even promotes the progression of Parkinson's disease. In the treatment of non-motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease, the improvement effect of Western medicine treatment is not obvious. A number of studies have shown that acupuncture has a positive effect on slowing down the progression of Parkinson's disease, and the literature research at home and abroad in recent years has been sorted out as follows.
Research Progress on Luteinizing Hormone and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Authors: Li Jianlei , Wang Wenyi , Zhang Danli , Zhou Lifei , Cui Ruoyue , Zhang Pingping , Li Yali
Published: October 2024

Polycystic ovary syndrome is a common endocrine disease in women of childbearing age, with an incidence of about 6% to 10%, which is the main cause of anovulatory infertility. With the development of assisted reproductive technology, up to 60% of patients with polycystic ovary syndrome need to be pregnant successfully through in vitro fertilization and embryo transfer. Ovarian controlled ovulation induction is an important process in assisted reproductive therapy. Luteinizing hormone plays an important role in the development and maturation of follicles in the ovary, and high levels of luteinizing hormone have a negative effect on pregnancy outcome. at present, it is still controversial that the appropriate level of luteinizing hormone will improve the pregnancy outcome, and the mechanism of how luteinizing hormone affects the pregnancy outcome is still unclear. This article will mainly review the above two aspects in order to provide reference for clinical research in the future.
Research Progress of Traditional Chinese Medicine in the Treatment of Sepsis Gastrointestinal Dysfunction
Authors: Li Huimi , Wang Yu , Zhang Xuanguo
Published: October 2024

Sepsis is a systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS) caused by infection. Further development can lead to severe sepsis, septic shock and multiple organ dysfunction or failure. Gastrointestinal dysfunction is one of the common complications. Reviewing the domestic literature, it is found that in recent years, traditional Chinese medicine has accumulated a large number of clinical research data in the treatment of sepsis gastrointestinal dysfunction, and has achieved good results. This article briefly summarizes the etiology and pathogenesis of gastrointestinal dysfunction in sepsis and the treatment of traditional Chinese medicine, in order to provide reference for further clinical research in the future.
Comparative Study on the Anti Sliding Performance of Circular and Rectangular Cross-section Anti-Sliding Piles
Authors: Li Xian , Xu Zemin , Li Xiang
Published: October 2024

Anti-slide pile is a retaining structure commonly used in large-scale landslide reinforcement. It usually adopts large cross-section rectangle pile by artificial excavation, but the defects of this pile are long work cycle, large excavation disturbances and personnel safety of builders in hole can't get effective guarantee in the rainy season and stratum saturated by water. However, the circle section pile has advantages of applying rotary pile drill into holes, high efficiency pore-forming, small excavation disturbances, and the option of aperture convenient and flexible. The circle section pile has obvious superiority to large cross-section rectangle pile. But the mechanism and design calculation of anti-slide pile group with the space frame structure of circle section has not the existing specification to adopt. This study aims to contrast and discuss the anti-sliding effectiveness between circle and rectangle section anti-pile through experiment.
The Role of Human Resource Management in African Construction Companies
Authors: Mallik Bipini Chandra
Published: October 2024

African countries have been heavily investing in construction projects, both infrastructure and superstructure. The construction industry is one the rapidly growing sectors in the continent and it greatly contributes to employment. The population increase and the urbanization in the continent, the strong growth of the construction sector is inevitable. However, there are still many crucial challenges to overcome, financing, available electrical grids, transportation, procurement, and skilled employees. Human Resources Management plays an important role within a Construction Organizations, Institutions, Associations or Companies in terms of work distribution. It is also the principal nerve otherwise the skeleton of any business that we want to achieve an efficient and effective goal in short, medium and long run time. Our case of study, GUICOPRESS - Guinea shows the real situation of building construction in Africa in general and Guinea in particular. Guinea is a large open work place which needs to be well - structured and organized, because of the lack of modern facilities around the country. Conakry the capital city has poor architecture and infrastructures. Shanties are sharing the same zone or space with luxurious buildings here and there so that it is difficult to see the beauty of the city although it is the largest city in Guinea. According to the business local magazine “Gniouma, 2020”, GUICOPRESS employs more than 10, 000 employees in Guinea and stays the leader of small and medium size companies in Guinea. This strong capacity of that enterprise is due to the strong policy implemented by its General Management Director, who likes innovating his works, by investing some huge amount of money in manpower and machinery purchasing. Beyond its financial contribution, GUICOPRESS - Guinea contributes a lot in the charity’s field through its social unit called “KPC for Humanity” assisting beggars, building schools in remote areas for poor communities.
Effective Strategies for Working with Children with Autism in Mainstream Classrooms
Authors: Hande Yogita
Published: October 2024

In this study the education is identified as one of the key performance areas in the occupational therapy practice framework. The occupation of education includes academic (math, reading , writing), non-academic (recess, lunch, self-help skills), extracurricular (sports, band, cheerleading, clubs), and prevocational and vocational activities. The objective of this study is to assess out the effectiveness of classroom strategies for children with autism in mainstream classroom. The methodology adopted under this study is 20 children with autism and 24 teachers were included in the control group(N=10,12) and experimental group(N=10,12). Canadian Occupational Performance Scale, Teachers Attitude Towards Inclusion Scale, and Behaviour Rating Scale were used before and after the use of classroom strategies. The results of this study are experimental group, COPM, there was a significant difference in the pretest and post-test of the performance (p=0.005) and satisfaction (p=0.013) component of COPM. When goals addressed in the control and experiment groups were compared between groups, it showed significant difference in the post tests of both the groups in performance (u=0.005) and satisfaction (u=0.005) component of COPM. The pre-test and post-test of the POS (attitude towards student with disability in inclusive setting) and total component showed significant difference (p= 0.003 and 0.004) whereas there is no significant difference in the control group. The classroom strategies have a positive effect on the occupational performance for children with autism in mainstream classroom. It is effective in bringing positive attitude among teachers towards inclusion. It also improves the classroom behaviours of the children.
Opportunities and Challenges in the Construction of Digital English Courses in Higher Vocational Colleges
Authors: Hu Xiaoli
Published: October 2024

The integration of digital technologies into English language education in higher vocational colleges presents both significant opportunities and formidable challenges. This paper explores the current landscape of digital English course construction in higher vocational colleges, assessing the potential for enhanced learning experiences and the obstacles that must be overcome to realize these advancements.
Research and Practice on the Design of Online Learning Activities for Distance Education Oriented Towards Deep Learning
Authors: Luo Xiaobo
Published: October 2024

Based on Five-stage model, Deeper Learning Cycle (DELC), and other related theories, This study focused on the design of online learning activities. It explored and implemented a framework for designing online learning activities aimed at deep learning. The learning process was divided into four stages: preparation, information exchange, knowledge construction, and knowledge development. The activity design was driven by tasks, problems, or projects, with difficulty progressing in stages. It emphasized feedback and reflection, providing necessary learning support to help students in distance education optimize their learning experience, gain a deep understanding of knowledge, and improve higher-order thinking skills. Ultimately, this could enhance the teaching quality of online courses.
The Value, Connotation, and Influencing Factors of the Regional Adaptability of Publicly-funded Normal Students
Authors: Li Jingjing , Li Shuiqing
Published: October 2024

As education talents trained under specific conditions, the regional adaptability of public-funded normal students directly affects the balanced distribution of education resources and the improvement of education quality. This article aims to explore the connotation of regional adaptability of publicly-funded normal students, analyze its influencing factors, and propose corresponding improvement strategies, in order to provide theoretical support and practical guidance for the cultivation of publicly-funded normal students and the optimization of regional education.
The Preferential Protection of Incomplete Labor Relations and Its Future Legislative Approach
Authors: Li Yifei
Published: October 2024

Incomplete labor relations are not a definite legal relationship, but a spectrum of relationships between labor relations and civil relations. The concept of incomplete labor relations was proposed in official documents by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security and other departments, but it still leaves many issues such as the path, principles, content, and measures of preferential protection to be further studied and explored. The article argues that the preferential protection of incomplete labor relations should choose the "Civil Law +" approach, focusing on protecting the rights related to the basic survival of workers and their basic social rights. At the same time, the content of the preferential protection is not one-size-fits-all, and should reflect differentiation according to specific situations. In the long run, the trend of incomplete labor relations is bound to grow, and it is inevitable that the dichotomy of labor relations will be broken. At the same time, the bundling of social security and labor relations also needs to be dismantled, and the social security system should be transformed into a public service that everyone can enjoy.
Practice and Research on College English Teaching from an Interdisciplinary Perspective
Authors: Yue Shuzhen
Published: October 2024

With the deepening of globalization, English, as the main language of international communication, is no longer limited to the teaching of language knowledge, but pays more attention to the cultivation of comprehensive application ability from an interdisciplinary perspective. This paper aims to explore the practice and research of college English teaching from an interdisciplinary perspective. By analyzing the current status and shortcomings of college English teaching, combined with multidisciplinary perspectives such as philosophy, culture, and politics, this paper proposes strategies and methods to improve college English teaching. Through practical teaching and case analysis, this paper verifies the effectiveness of college English teaching from an interdisciplinary perspective and looks forward to its future development direction.
EVALUATION OF PROTEASE ACTIVITY IN THE SOIL OF MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE DUMPING SITES IN BALASORE DISTRICT OF ODISHA, INDIA
Authors: PANIGRAHY BIBHUTI RANJAN , PRADHAN S. C. , DASH A.K. , MISHRA P.C.
Published: October 2024

The dumping of waste poses various detrimental effects on the soil quality i.e., mostly soil microbial and biochemical properties. In the present study the soil protease activity was evaluated in various sites of Balasore District such as Balasore Sadar, Soro NAC, Nilagiri NAC and Jaleswar NAC. For each dumping site there was a control site. The maximum protease activity found in Balasore Sadar was 6.78±0.05 µg tyrosine g-1 of soil hr-1 and minimum was 3.62±0.14 µg tyrosine g1 of soil hr-1. In Soro NAC the highest protease activity was 6.62±0.74 µg tyrosine g-1 of soil hr-1 whereas lowest was 2.98±0.14 µg tyrosine g-1 of soil hr-1. Similarly in case of Nilagiri NAC the major protease activity was recorded to be 6.71±0.15 µg tyrosine g-1 of soil hr-1 however lower protease activity was found 4.02±0.013 µg tyrosine g-1 of soil hr-1. It was found in that Jaleswar NAC that the protease activity was maximum in dumping site (6.75±0.034 µg tyrosine g-1 of soil hr-1) and minimum in control site (3.68±0.019 µg tyrosine g-1 of soil hr-1). The present experiment showed that dumping of waste on open land field increases the soil protease activity as compared to their control site soil.
WASTE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES IN IDENTIFIED PACKHOUSES FOR GRAPES AT NASHIK DISTRICT, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA
Authors: KAMBLE BANDU RAMKRUSHNA , IMMANUEL GENITHA
Published: October 2024

This research work was conducted on “Waste Management Practices in identified packhouses for grapes at Nashik District, Maharashtra”. The pack house plays a crucial role in the export of grapes (Vitis vinifera), and several operations were carried out to preserve the grapes quality. Different wastes generated in the packhouses were surveyed and their utility was analyzed. A total of nine packhouses were included in the survey. Plant managers, executive officers in charge of quality control, and production executives were interviewed. A standard questionnaire was created for data collection. Various parameters to fulfill the objectives were included in the questionnaire. Observations showed 4 pack houses showing damage and no loss during transportation in 5 packhouse from farm to packhouse. Upon reception, the weight of the grapes was recorded and the waste generated by each of the eight packhouses was noted that ranged from 26.23% (packhouse 4) to 37.6% (packhouse 3) over the period of ten days. The different packhouses utilize their waste as raisins and animal feed (44%) and vinery (6%) etc. Wastes were also utilized as by-products such as manure (21%), animal feed (21%) and new product development, (NPD) (58%). This data can be beneficial to the packhouse to review their process and to reduce the waste thereby increasing the economic return of the packhouse and reducing the pollution to the environment.
ABUNDANCE AND DIVERSITY OF ANURANS IN RESIDENTIAL AREAS OF LUDHIANA AND PANCHKULA
Authors: SHELLY  , SINGH RAJWINDER
Published: October 2024

In the present study, abundance and diversity of anurans was recorded from residential areas of Ludhiana (Punjab) and Panchkula (Haryana) for 2021 and 2022. From both locations, three anuran species were recorded which included Duttaphrynus melanostictus, D. stomaticus and Hoplobatrachus tigerinus, belonged to order anura, families bufonidae and dicroglossidae. Among district Ludhiana, residential areas of village Barewal Dogran (4.90 individuals) showed maximum anuran abundance as compared to Sherpur (4.14 individuals) and Ladhowal (3.90 individuals). However, in Panchkula, village Maheshpur (4.87 individuals) showed the maximum abundance as compared to villages Railly (4.06 individuals) and Sector-26 Extension (4.32 individuals). Interestingly, 7.95% and 6.30% increase in anuran population was recorded from residential areas of district Ludhiana and Panchkula, respectively during 2022 as compared to previous year. Overall, residential areas of district Panchkula were recorded to be 2.32% more abundant as compared to district Ludhiana. Among three species, H. tigerinus was found to be heaviest in body weight (226.2-272.2 g), whereas D. melanostictus was lightest one (7.24-7.93 g). The mean body weight of D. melanostictus, D. stomaticus and H. tigerinus males and females recorded ranged from 7.24-7.93, 7.91-8.67 and 226.2-272.2 g, respectively. A positive correlation was found between anuran population with atmospheric temperature (ˆC), relative humidity (%) and rainfall (mm) r = (+0.28 to +0.91) among both districts. However, among all weather parameters, a strong correlation was found between anuran population and relative humidity (+0.82 to +0.91). This data may be used by researchers or researchers for the benefit of anuran conservation programmes.
Endometriosis: causes, diagnosis, and treatment options-review article for healthcare providers
Authors: Albogamy Sahar Adi , AlZaher ‏Mohammed Abdullah , Aljawad ‏Hussain Mahdi , Al Aloula ‏Ali Suliman , Alazmiy ‏Barakat Shumailan , Bahaidarah ‏Fahad Abdulaziz , Alharbi Mohammad Shabib , Aljehani Mohammad Raja , Alamri Fouad Hamed
Published: October 2024

Background: Endometriosis is characterized by the presence of functional, estrogen-responsive endometrial-like tissue outside the uterine cavity, leading to chronic inflammation and significant impairment of quality of life. Its economic burden in the United States exceeds $49 billion, driven largely by healthcare costs and productivity losses for affected individuals. Aim: This review aims to provide healthcare providers with a comprehensive understanding of endometriosis, including its causes, epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and treatment options. Methods: A review of current literature was conducted to gather information on the various aspects of endometriosis, including genetic, environmental, and epidemiological factors, along with its mechanisms of pain and subfertility. Results: Endometriosis affects approximately 6–10% of reproductive-aged women and is associated with risk factors such as early menarche and nulliparity. The condition presents with diverse symptoms, including dysmenorrhea and subfertility. Diagnosis is confirmed through surgical visualization and biopsy of lesions. The pathophysiology includes aberrant immune responses and hormonal dysregulation, contributing to chronic pain and infertility. Conclusion: Understanding the complexities of endometriosis is crucial for effective diagnosis and treatment. Given its multifactorial nature and significant impact on women's health, ongoing research is essential to improve treatment strategies and patient outcomes.
The importance of health information technicians in the transformation of digital health
Authors: Alharbi Alhumaidi Mohammed , Alhafy Waleed Khalaf , Alharbi ‏‎‏Mohammed Biday , Almohesen ‏Sultan Abdullah , Alharbi ‏Faleh Shaman Ayad , Alharbi ‏Nader Mahli Mohammed , Almutairi ‏Osamah Musa , Al-Subaie Nasser Gaed‏ , Alharbi Abdullah Alhumaidi
Published: October 2024

Background: The "digital health" or "Healthcare 4.0 (H4.0)" movement has grown, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic. Digitalization promises better data processing and decision-making for efficiency, effectiveness, and patient care, yet research shows limitations. Many studies concentrate on individual digital technology or conceptual assessments, ignoring the larger influence of digital transformation on hospital administration and support workers. A few studies have examined the drivers and challenges to digital technology adoption in non-clinical professions like management and administration, which are essential for healthcare efficiency. This article aims to examine the impact of digital technologies on healthcare administration and highlight the essential role of health information. Methods: This literature review examined health information technicians in healthcare's digital revolution. Out of 150 papers found in PubMed, Scopus, and IEEE Xplore, 70 satisfied the inclusion criteria. Key data elements such study methodology, sample size, and noteworthy health information technician outcomes in digital health were extracted. Thematic analysis was used to discover themes and patterns in data management, patient information security, health information technicians in healthcare technology, and administrative efficiency. Results: Health information technicians are crucial to digital health's problems and prospects, according to the report.
Quitina y quitosano: materiales del pasado para el presente y el futuro
Authors: Lárez Cristóbal
Published: October 2024

El presente trabajo muestra de una manera clara y sencilla la facilidad de producir y aplicar dos polímeros naturales muy antiguos en lo que se refiere a su aparición en la tierra pero muy actuales en cuanto a sus posibilidades de aplicación: la quitina y el quitosano. Las aplicaciones que se describen son solamente algunas de la amplia gama posible, mostrándose éstas debido a la utilidad que pudieran tener en el desarrollo de áreas vitales en el país como: agricultura (protección de semillas, liberación controlada de fertilizantes, funguicidas, etc.), tratamiento de aguas (floculantes, coagulantes, agentes de desmetalización, atrapamiento de colorantes, pesticidas, etc.) medicina (producción de glucosamina, cremas cicatrizantes, terapia genética, etc.), cosméticos (adelgazantes, agente hidratante, aditivo bactericida en jabones, champúes, etc.) y biosensores (para agentes patógenos en alimentos, para especies tóxicas en aguas residuales, etc.).
Transformando la catálisis homogénea. Cincuenta años del catalizador de Wilkinson
Authors: Contreras Ricardo , Cardozo Eduardo , García Luis
Published: October 2024

Sir Geoffrey Wilkinson es uno de los más famosos químicos inorgánicos y precursor en el área de la catálisis homogénea con metales de transición. Fue miembro de la Sociedad Real de Londres a título de FRS (en inglés, Fellow of the Royal Society) y recibió el premio Nobel de química en 1973 por su trabajo como pionero de la química de los compuestos organometálicos, especialmente los compuestos tipo sándwich derivados del ligando ciclopentadienilo. El trabajo científico de Wilkinson cubre muchos aspectos, pero es recordado especialmente por sus aportes al campo de la síntesis, caracterización, estudio de las propiedades estructurales y reactividad química de los compuestos organometálicos, incluyendo el ferroceno, Fe(C5H5), y el catalizador que lleva su nombre, el clorotris(trifenilfosfina) rodio(I), RhCl(PPh3) (Ph = fenilo, C6H5). Las aplicaciones que ha tenido el RhCl(PPh3)3 en la hidrogenación de alquenos y alquinos, desde que entre 1965 y 1967 fue reportada su síntesis y caracterización, han sido extraordinarias, marcando un antes y un después en la historia de la catálisis homogénea. El presente artículo persigue colocar en perspectiva cincuenta años de historia del catalizador de Wilkinson y destacar, además de su importancia, otros aspectos fundamentales, así como las nuevas aplicaciones de este versátil compuesto.
Obtención de bioplásticos a partir de desechos agrícolas. Una revisión de las potencialidades en Ecuador
Authors: Riera María , Palma Ricardo
Published: October 2024

Luego de un repaso del estado del arte de los artículos recientes más destacados, se analizan las posibles alternativas que los polímeros biodegradables aportarían al problema ambiental generado por sus parientes sintéticos. Se parte de estudios donde se han obtenido bioplásticos de almidón, pudiendo ser una experiencia replicable. Se finaliza con una discusión sobre los métodos de toma de decisión con los que es posible seleccionar el desecho agrícola más adecuado para obtener bioplásticos. Este estudio sirve de partida para generar un debate posterior que pueda beneficiar a los sistemas productivos locales y el ámbito académico que lo sostiene.
Dirección de Malariología y sus épocas a los 86 años de su creación
Authors: Contreras Lisbeth
Published: October 2024

A los ochenta y seis años de la creación de la institución llamada en sus inicios Dirección de Malariología (1936) y actualmente Dirección de Salud Ambiental (2023) este artículo va dirigido al reconocimiento de sus logros en el siglo XX y al mismo tiempo una evaluación de su evolución, para la cual se clasificó en cuatro épocas a saber: oro, plata, bronce y finalmente hierro, basadas en el escalafón dado para las competencias deportivas, aunque es importante resaltar que el cuarto lugar nunca se premia pero en este caso se hizo una semejanza con el hierro para darle ese llamado de atención de cómo se encuentra en la actualidad la organización. El objetivo de esta reseña va más allá de una crítica constructiva dirigida no solo para reconocer las estrategias que dieron sus frutos como fue la erradicación de la malaria en Venezuela sino que además la reestructuración de dicha institución trajo consigo un detrimento de esos logros obtenidos en sus inicios o época de oro.
Feminist perspectives on lesbian parenting: A review of the literature 1972–2002
Authors: Clarke Victoria
Published: October 2024

This paper reviews the feminist literature on lesbian parenting published between 1972 and 2002. The paper provides a conventional survey of the themes and topics that inform the literature, as well as exploring – from a lesbian feminist perspective – what the literature reveals about the social/political history of lesbian parenting. Central themes include child custody and the politics of parenting as a lesbian: whether it constitutes a radical rebellion against patriarchy or a retrograde collusion with compulsory motherhood. The paper concludes by exploring how lesbian feminist writing on parenting has prioritised politics.
Effeminate ‘fudge nudgers’ and tomboyish‘lettuce lickers’: Language and the construction of sexualities in diversity training
Authors: Peel Elizabeth
Published: October 2024

Since the ‘turn to language’ in the social sciences in the 1960s there has been growing recognition in social, feminist and lesbian and gay psychology that language constructs rather than reflects the social world. This paper explores how sexualities are socially constructed through slang words and phrases. Slang terms were collected in a naturalistic setting – an exercise within diversity training sessions – with eight groups of professionals, containing 96 participants in total. Three-hundred-and-twenty-eight words or phases were generated in total – 115 terms for gay men (35 per cent), 114 terms for lesbians (35 per cent), 77 terms for bisexuals (23 per cent) and 22 terms for heterosexuals. Only seven per cent of the terms related to heterosexuals. Qualitative content analysis revealed two main categories in the language, relating to gender roles and sexual practices. These categories, the training context in which they were produced, and their implications for cultural conceptions of sexualities are discussed.
Psychology of Women in the UK: Toxin or Tonic – our contribution to ‘the admirable transformation of opportunities for women’
Authors: Burns Jan
Published: October 2024

What a state we are in – feminism is being blamed as the single biggest factor for the lack of social mobility in Britain today. Whilst also being told we have experienced ‘an admirable transformation of opportunities’ we are also being accused of taking the jobs and university places of working-class men, and through ‘assortative mating’ well-educated women only marry well-educated men and by making such choices we take away the lower rungs of the stepladder to material succession for young working men. In such high profile public and political, androcentric, heteronormative discourse we see a narrative being laid down that feminism has succeeded and, as we were always warned, it does have dark consequences. In this keynote I wanted to ‘check in’ with how women were really doing, choosing to focus on the three fundamental platforms of power, health and education. The story, contrary the political sheen, is still one of gross inequality. Within this context I wanted to consider the role of POWS and offer some possible responses.
The cool stuff!: Gender, dance and masculinity
Authors: Clegg Helen , Owton Helen , Allen-Collinson Jacquelyn
Published: October 2024

Within the dance world, gender (as a binary concept) appears to be central to lived experience. Whilst dance is known as a feminine activity, males tend to be even more in the minority in more ‘feminised’ genres, such as ballet. However, in other genres, such as street dance, which allows them to conform to a more traditionally masculine identity, they are in the majority. Regardless of genre, however, males are more often found in positions of power within the dance-performer’s world compared to their female counterparts. Dance teachers clearly have an important role to play in dance students’ perceptions of gendered (inequalities within the dance world, where the majority of dance teachers are female. To date, however, their perceptions have been under-researched. To address this research gap, 10 female professional dance teachers, ranging in age from 24 to 71 years, were interviewed. Data were analysed using thematic analysis through the theoretical lens of symbolic interactionism. Two salient themes were identified: coolness and masculinity, and male privilege. Participants perceived that gender inequalities did exist within dance genres and in the opportunities afforded to male and female dancers. These inequalities appeared to lead to a greater valorisation of male dancers in terms of physical and psychological characteristics. The perceptions of female dance teachers in general are important in relation to the socialisation of future dance professionals.
Reflecting on qualitative research, feminist methodologies and feminist psychology: In conversation with Virginia Braun and Victoria Clarke
Authors: Jankowski Glen
Published: October 2024

Virginia Braun and Victoria Clarke met as PhD students at Loughborough University where their research was supervised by pioneering feminist psychologists Professors Sue Wilkinson and Celia Kitzinger. They began writing collaboratively about qualitative methods in 2006. Their first output was a paper on thematic analysis that has proved rather popular (25,000 citations and counting on Google Scholar), and they have subsequently written numerous chapters on thematic analysis and qualitative methods, a prize-winning textbook Successful Qualitative Research (Sage, 2013), they have edited (with Debra Gray) Collecting Qualitative Data (Cambridge University Press, 2017), and have books on thematic analysis and story completion (the latter with Naomi Moller) in progress (both for Sage). They were invited to give a joint keynote address at the 2016 POWS Conference and speak to the conference theme of feminist methodologies. Their talk was entitled ‘We can do it!’ Feminist qualitative research and methodological innovation and ended with everyone in the room flexing their biceps Rosie the Riveter style (you may have seen the pictures on Twitter)! Glen Jankowski met Virginia and Victoria at Victoria’s home in Gloucestershire in early November 2016 to discuss and reflect on their POWS keynote and feminist methodologies, qualitative research and feminist psychology more broadly. Glen audio recorded and transcribed the conversation, and all three have edited the transcript for clarity, including adding references where relevant for interested readers.
Review of Blockchain Technology on Data Security and Privacy: Recommendations for Advancing Tanzania's ICT Sector
Authors: Kumbo Lazaro Inon , Mahuwi Deogratias Tasilo , Hayuma Bernad Joseph , Nkwera Victor Simon , Ntyangiri Christopher Denis , Mushi Martin Ludovick
Published: October 2024

The rapid growth of the ICT sector has led to increased global data exchange and innovation opportunities. The increased use of technology has brought about concerns regarding data security and privacy which triggered a rising interest in blockchain technology as a potential solution to security challenges. This research endeavours to comprehensively examine the influence of blockchain on data security and privacy inside and outside Tanzanian, filling the gap that exists. The blended approach was used to analyse blockchain's effects while focusing on ethical considerations. The review emphasizes the benefits of blockchain in enhancing data security, trust, and transparency, along with its various applications. The research highlights blockchain technology's potential to offer robust data protection and improve transparency while identifying the challenges that must be addressed for successful implementation. The study investigates the role of blockchain in securing information systems in global and Tanzanian settings, focusing on sectors such as healthcare, banking, education, and land registration. The study emphasises the significant potential of blockchain technology to impact various industries in Tanzania profoundly. It offers valuable insights for professionals, policymakers, and researchers, highlighting the need to investigate how blockchain can be applied explicitly within different sectors. Additionally, it suggests practical strategies for seamlessly integrating this technology, considering the unique challenges the Tanzanian ICT sector encounters.
ANATOMICAL VARIATIONS IN RECURRENT LARYNGEAL NERVES IN THYROID SURGERY
Authors: NAEEM MM , ANWAR MI , KHAWAR A , AFSAR B , SIKANDAR S , GHAFFAR H
Published: October 2024

The recurrent laryngeal nerve (RLN) is a critical structure encountered during thyroid surgery, with its injury posing risks of complications such as vocal cord paralysis and hoarseness. Anatomical variations in the RLN are known to occur, making it crucial for surgeons to understand and anticipate these variations to avoid inadvertent nerve injury. This study aims to identify and document the anatomical variations in RLNs in patients undergoing thyroid surgery to enhance surgical safety and outcomes.
Objective: To identify the anatomical variations of the recurrent laryngeal nerves (RLNs) in patients undergoing thyroid surgery and assess their clinical relevance in preventing postoperative complications. Methods: A prospective observational study was conducted in the General Surgery Department of Sheikh Zayed Hospital, Lahore, from August 2023 to August 2024. A total of 100 patients undergoing total or subtotal thyroidectomy or right/left lobectomy for conditions including thyroid cancer, multinodular goiter, and solitary adenoma were included. Macroscopic examination of the RLN's original structure, bifurcations, and directional variations was performed during surgery. Lateral, inferior, and superior dissection of the RLNs was conducted under general anesthesia. The study's primary outcomes were the incidence of different anatomical variations in the RLN and their bifurcations to the larynx. Postoperative complications such as dyspnea and hoarseness were also monitored. Results: Of the 100 patients studied, 107 RLNs were identified, with variations categorized into six types. Type I RLNs were observed in 66.9% of cases, with 50.5% on the right side and 49.5% on the left. Type II RLNs were noted in 26.3% of cases, evenly distributed between right and left sides (50% each). Type III nerves were predominantly left-sided (62.5%) compared to right-sided (37.5%). Types IV, V, and VI were only observed on the right side. No significant difference in variation patterns was observed between the right and left sides (p>0.05). Importantly, none of the patients developed postoperative complications such as dyspnea or hoarseness. Conclusion: The study identified six distinct types of anatomical variations in the recurrent laryngeal nerve during thyroid surgery, with variations involving one or more branches. Awareness of these variations is crucial for surgeons to avoid nerve injury and ensure better surgical outcomes. Vigilance during dissection, particularly in recognizing these variants, is essential in preventing postoperative complications.
Manajemen Keuangan Sekolah dalam Pemenuhan Sarana Prasarana Pendidikan
Authors: Hasnida Hasnida , Astuti Rini
Published: October 2024

Research to analyze and gain insights into the financial management of Public Middle School 22 Sijunjung, West Sumatra, in meeting the educational infrastructure needs. A qualitative approach using phenomenology was employed. Informants included the school principal, secretary, and treasurer. Data collection involved interviews, participatory observation, and document analysis. Data analysis included data condensation, presentation, and conclusion drawing. This study shows that the financial management of the school to meet educational infrastructure needs encompasses school budgeting, budget allocation, financial recording, and financial accountability. This study highlights the importance of financial management in providing educational facilities and infrastructure by involving internal and external stakeholders in the evaluation, analysis, monitoring, and fulfilling various school needs.
Discovery of a new species of allied cowry (Gastropoda: Ovulidae) from the Miocene of Victoria, Southeastern Australia
Authors: Celzard Alain
Published: October 2024

A new species of Ovulidae J. Fleming, 1822 from the Middle Miocene of Victoria, Australia, is reported. The species is provisionally placed in the genus Cuspivolva Cate, 1973, which, if confirmed, will be the first record of this genus in the fossil record of this part of the world.
Clinical epigenetics of Mendelian neurodevelopmental disorders
Authors: Rots Dmitrijs
Published: October 2024

Neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs) constitute a broad spectrum of rare conditions arising from various genetic and environmental factors. A subset of NDDs are caused by pathogenic variants in a single gene or locus and are termed Mendelian NDDs. These disorders present with diverse symptoms and exhibit significant clinical heterogeneity. In recent years, advancements in genetic technologies and transitioning from phenotype-first to genotype-first approaches have driven a surge in novel gene and Mendelian NDD discoveries, identifying the epigenetic machinery encoding genes as one of the major gene groups associated with Mendelian NDDs. This highlighted that the epigenetic gene regulation is essential for the normal neurodevelopment and can result in Mendelian NDD, when disrupted by a pathogenic genetic variant. Despite technological advancements, interpreting genetic data remains challenging, so a large proportion of the variants are being classified as variants of uncertain significance (VUS). Because of the rarity of these conditions and diagnostic challenges, the true clinical and molecular spectrum of the most Mendelian NDDs largely remain unknown, despite increasing application of the next-generation sequencing. As result, this complicates 1) genetic variant interpretation, as well as 2) diagnosed patient care, requiring further research to characterize these conditions. Therefore, this thesis is aimed to comprehensively characterize the clinical, molecular, and DNA methylation spectrum and features of several Mendelian NDDs, focusing on the disorders of the epigenetic machinery.
Biological spectrum of the flora of sand bars (Chapories) of Brahmaputra river
Authors: Baruah P.
Published: October 2024

Life forms of the vegetation and biological spectrum of the flora of sand bars (islands) of Brahmaputra River have been determined. Results show that the percentage of therophytes and cryptophytes in the newly developed sand bars is nearly three times higher than those of the same life forms in the normal biological spectrum of Raunkiaer (1934). Gradual sedimentation with annual recurrence of flood may be attributed for higher percentage value of therophytes. There is a general progression of plant species resulting from modification of the micro-environment by developing forest vegetation and changes in the soil characteristics with time, which resulted invasion of more phanerophytic plant species in the mature sand bars.
Using data to improve school climate: Insights from three California schools
Authors: Klevan Sarah , Leung-Gagné Melanie , Nakajima Tomoko
Published: October 2024

Though policymakers and researchers agree on the importance of positive school climates for learning and development, the field lacks a comprehensive understanding of how schools use climate data to inform improvement. This study addresses this gap by examining the processes used by three California middle schools to interpret and use climate data to inform practice and policy. These geographically diverse schools employ innovative data practices and use distinct districtwide climate surveys. Additionally, they operate in districts that systematically support climate data use, allowing for an examination of district-level conditions that enable data use at the school level.
Azerbaycan Türkçesinde Hayvan Adları (zoonim) Sözlerinin Vokatif Özellikleri
Authors: Zeynalova Turanə
Published: October 2024

Dilin sözlük sisteminde farklılığı ile bilinen söz gruplarından biri de hayvan adları birleşimlerdir. Hayvan adları sözlerinin bir kısmının mecazi anlamı yalın haline nazaran kısmen daha baskındır ve bu anlamsal alana ait sözler bir dil olayı olarak üslup yönünden belirli yerlerde çeşitli ifadelerin biçimlenmesine hizmet eder. Azerbaycan Türkçesi’nde hayvan adlarının metafor anlam kazanarak vokatif (Vokatif durum ismin hallerinden biri olup Türkçede yoktur. İnsan, hayvan veya herhangi bir eşyaya hitap ederken kullanılır ve bir noktada ünlem karakterlidir. Örnek: Gelme Hüseyin! Hüseyin burada vokatif durumdadır.) fonksiyonu icra etmesi ve konunun araştırılması makalenin bilimsel yeniliği olarak kabul edilmelidir. Makalede hem de vokatifler konusunda dile getirilen teorik düşünceler de yer almıştır.
Hayvan adlarının olumsuz ve olumlu anlamda çağırışımı onların üslup yönünden dilde çeşitli gayelerle kullanılmasına yardım eder. Bazı hayvan adları vokatiflerin durumlarını belirler. Konuşan şahsın karşı tarafa olan tavrından, hitabın gayesine uygun olarak vokatifler renkli sözlüksel anlam taşır ve çeşitli sözler, bileşik ifadelerle dile getirilir. Durum bildiren vokatifler kendiliğinden yalın (nominatif) anlam içeren söz öbeklerdir, ancak bu sözler ekler ve ifade yardımı ile metinde durumsal olarak vokatif özelliği kazanır.
Makalede Azerbaycan Türkçesi’ndeki hayvan ve kuş adlarının duygusal belirleyici söz öbekleri olarak seslenme biçimlerinin vokatiflerin oluşmasında oynadığı rol, diğer taraftan hitap ve estetik görev yüklenmesi üzerinde durulmuştur.
The Turkish Language in the Poetry Collection Compiled by Miho Martelini from Dubrovnik
Authors: Andrić Marta , Abadžić Navaey Azra
Published: October 2024

In the library of the National Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina in Sarajevo there is a manuscript poetry collection compiled by Miho Martelini from Dubrovnik. The collection was compiled in Dubrovnik in 1657 and consists of two volumes containing poems composed in Croatian, Turkish, and Italian. All of the poems were written down in Italian Latin script, except for one poem in both Croatian and Turkish, which was written down in Bosnian Cyrillic script. The eighteen Turkish poems in this collection all belong to the genre of Turkish folk poetry.
This paper analyses the characteristics of the Turkish language in the poems from Martelini's collection. Since the poems were compiled in Dubrovnik, which had strong and lively ties with the Ottoman Empire, three linguistic layers could be expected in them: (1) the Ottoman language, or the language of the upper, educated classes of society in the Ottoman Empire; (2) West Rumelian Turkish, or the dialect of Turkish that we may expect to have been present on the territory of Dubrovnik; and (3) the so-called Bosnian variety of the Turkish language, which had developed under the strong influence of a South Slavic substratum, and which may also be expected to have been present in Dubrovnik, due to its geographical proximity to Ottoman Bosnia.
This linguistic analysis of Turkish poems from Martelini’s collection complements the image we have of the linguistic, cultural, and societal conditions in the city of Dubrovnik, as well as the larger territory of southeastern Europe in the 17th century.