bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Determinants of Poor Diet Quality among Elderly with Low Socioeconomic Status
Authors: Nazri Nurul Syahidah , Vanoh Divya , Leng Soo Kah
Published: December 2023

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the factors that contribute to the elderly with low socioeconomic status eating poor-quality diets. Two hundreds and ninety three (293) senior citizens, including 136 men and 157 women, were sought out from five districts in Kelantan. Data on socio-demography, medical history, empty nest, depressive symptoms and diet history were obtained through an interview-administered method. Anthropometry measurement including height, weight and circumferences (waist, hip, calf and mid-upper arm) were measured. Body composition were measured using body composition monitor to obtain muscle mass and fat mass. Blood pressure were measured using blood pressure monitor. The Asian Working Group for Sarcopenia (AWGS) algorithm was used to determine the diagnosis of sarcopenia. 48.8% of the participants were underweight. The majority of participants fell short of the suggested daily calorie consumption. 42% of the participants had poor diet quality according to Healthy Eating Index (HEI) score. Hypercholesterolemia and poor Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB) score were found to be risk factors of poor diet quality. Therefore, nutrition interventions are important to help low-income families especially with older adults to improve their nutritional status for reducing risk of sarcopenia and chronic diseases.
Nutrient Profiling Model Towards Recommendation of A Healthy Diet: A Scoping Review
Authors: Salleh Ruhaya , Rajikan Roslee , Shahar Suzana , Shahril Mohd Razif , Elias Siti Masitah , Ahmad Noor Ani
Published: December 2023

The objective of this study is to identify the availability of Nutrient Profiling (NP) models worldwide and discuss their application. This scoping review is based on the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analyses Extension for the Scoping Review (PRISMA-ScR) and the Arksey and O’Malley framework. Articles related to NP among adults published from 2012 to 2022, written in English, were retrieved from the Web of Science, Science Direct, Scopus, and Pubmed databases. Mendeley software was used for database acquisition and MS Excel for the syntesis process. Only 17 articles out of 2,019 article titles identified met the inclusion criteria for the review. This review discovers that the applications of NP in nutrition policies include food labelling, Front-Of-Pack (FOP), and regulations on food marketing, health, and nutrition. Fibre is the nutrient that needs to be included in the NP application compared to saturated fats, fatty acids, sodium, and total sugar. This scoping review demonstrates the scientific basis of the NP model’s development in public health policy, leading to advocacy and the recommendation of healthy diets.
Escala de avaliação de enfermagem para o paciente na sala de recuperação pós-anestésica: construção e validação
Authors: Mendes Fiama Chagas Nunes , Mattia Ana Lúcia De
Published: December 2023

Objetivo: Construir e validar a Escala de Avaliação do Paciente na Sala de Recuperação Pós Anestésica, denominada AEPRA. Método: Pesquisa metodológica conduzida em duas etapas: construção e validação aparente e de conteúdo da AEPRA, por meio de juízes (n=10) e; pesquisa de campo as validações de critério concorrente e preditivo da AEPRA com 86 pacientes e o teste de confiabilidade (n=1) por meio de dois interobservadores. Resultados: A AEPRA sofreu modificações após sugestões dos juízes e sua versão final apresenta 10 itens para avaliação do paciente na Sala de Recuperação Pós-Anestésica. O Índice de Validade de Conteúdo foi de 89%. Foi validada quanto ao critério concorrente quando comparada à Escala de Aldrete e Kroulik para todos os parâmetros, exceto o item ventilação. Validada quanto ao critério preditivo para o desfecho “presença de complicação”, apresentando significância estatística com temperatura, pressão arterial sistólica, saturação periférica de oxigênio e mobilidade. É uma escala confiável, com Índice de Correlação Interclasse de 0,91. Conclusão: A AEPRA é um instrumento válido e confiável para avaliação de pacientes adultos e idosos na Sala de Recuperação Pós-Anestésica.
Desafios e benefícios da cirurgia robótica no mundo moderno
Authors: Kezan Raul Dias , Chiavegatto Marcella Adorno , Marco Danyelle Celli Bedendo
Published: December 2023

Objetivo: Realizar uma revisão sobre os desafios, riscos e benefícios da utilização da cirurgia robótica na prática médica contemporânea. Revisão bibliográfica: A cirurgia robótica é uma forma avançada de procedimento cirúrgico que utiliza tecnologia robótica para auxiliar os cirurgiões durante intervenções. Ela oferece vantagens como maior precisão, menor invasividade, menor perda de sangue e tempos de recuperação mais rápidos em comparação com as técnicas tradicionais. Além disso, a cirurgia robótica permite que os médicos realizem procedimentos complexos com maior destreza e alcance, especialmente em áreas de difícil acesso. Considerações finais: A cirurgia robótica apresenta desafios e benefícios significativos no mundo moderno. Embora os custos e a necessidade de treinamento especializado sejam obstáculos a serem superados, a utilização dessa tecnologia pode levar a melhores resultados clínicos para os pacientes. É essencial continuar a pesquisa e o desenvolvimento da cirurgia robótica, a fim de aprimorar suas técnicas, expandir sua aplicação e torná-la mais acessível a um número maior de pacientes.
Prevalência das anomalias congênitas no estado do Espírito Santo: um estudo observacional descritivo
Authors: Mischiatti Jamily de Souza , Ferreira Filipe de Carvalho Emery , Fedeszen Estêvão Kubit , Rocha Leonardo Dias Flor , Loss Humberto Moreira , Quintela-Castro Fernanda Cristina de Abreu , Schuler-Faccini Lavinia , Enríquez-Martinez Oscar , Rossoni Junior Joamyr , Marcolongo-Pereira Clairton
Published: December 2023

Objetivo: Analisar a prevalência das anomalias congênitas no estado do Espírito Santo entre 2010 e 2021. Métodos: Foram analisados dados epidemiológicos da plataforma DATASUS sobre anomalias congênitas correspondente aos anos de 2010-2021, no estado do Espírito Santo. Foram computados os tipos de anomalias recomendadas internacionalmente para a vigilância, bem como a microcefalia e as cardiopatias congênitas, levando em consideração faixa etária, cor/raça, grau de escolaridade, duração da gestação e realização de pré-natal. Resultados: A prevalência das anomalias no Espírito Santo foi de 0,70% período de 2010 a 2021. O sistema osteomuscular foi o que apresentou maior prevalência de anomalias (25,65%). Em relação ao sexo houve maior prevalência em indivíduos do sexo masculino (0,75%). Com relação as variáveis sociodemográficas, a maior frequência de ACs ocorreu em filhos de mulheres na faixa etária de 20-29 anos (44,01%), casadas (43,11%), de cor parda, com 8 a 11 anos de estudos (57,20%), com mais de seis consultas pré-natais (44,25%) e com duração de gestação de 37 a 41 semanas (18,25%). Conclusão: Este estudo possibilitou a compreensão das características epidemiológicas das anomalias congênitas no estado do Espírito Santo, fornecendo informações valiosas para o planejamento de ações direcionadas a esse grupo.
Heading underground with cold atoms
Authors: Vovrosh Jamie , Hedges Sam , Hayati Farzad
Published: December 2023

Sensors deployed down boreholes offer a glimpse into Earth's subsurface properties. This article presents the first step towards a new generation of borehole deployable quantum gravity sensors based on cold atoms. Sensors, which once developed, have the potential to reveal Earth's hidden depths with unparalleled precision.
Literary Circle of Yunkers of the Nikolaev Engineering School (1906–1912)
Authors: Panchenko Anatoly M.
Published: December 2023

Due to the lack of studies on the history of the literary circle of the Nikolaev Engineering School, this article is the first to examine its creation and functioning. The aim is to analyze the main forms of activity of the literary circle of this military-educational institution. In order to achieve this goal, data from the annual reports of the Nikolaev Engineering Academy and the school for the academic years 1906—1912 and other pre-revolutionary printed sources were collected. The results obtained show that a positive role in the organisational, library, publishing and methodological assistance to the circle was played by the command of the academy and the school, teaching, administrative and drill staff (N.A. Kryukov, F.I. Zubarev, V.V. Yakovlev, N.N. Polilov, V.F. Naidenov, etc.). This study has expanded the idea of the pedagogical activity of the famous Russian literary scholar, bibliographer, pedagogue F.A. Vitberg, who created the Literary Circle for the Junkers of the Nikolaev Engineering School, revealing for the first time this new page of its life, about the musical creativity of C.A. Cui, who wrote music on the poems of the cadets and successfully combined the composition of musical works with the teaching of military engineering. The names of the pupils of the school who took an active part in its fruitful activity during the mentioned period are established. The beginning of the literary activity of cadet B.V. Zhirkovich, who later connected his fate with literature and became famous as a satirical writer under the pseudonym I.K. Prutkov, is outlined. A brief characteristic of some works published in the “Collection of Literary Circle” No. 1 (St. Petersburg, 1907) and No. 2 (St. Petersburg, 1909) is given. The contents of both issues are presented.
Understanding AI Image Generator and Exploring Educational Possibilities in Art Education
Authors:   Society for Art Education of Korea, CHANG Yoonkyung , YOON Inhwa , PARK Jiwon , JEGAL Yujin , LEE Jiyeon
Published: December 2023

This study identified the current status of artificial intelligence research in the field of art education at a time when the use of AI is expanding to the area of art creation. This study also analyzed image generation AI that can be used in school art education. In addition, based on the class activities, the possibility of using image generation AI in art education was explored. Artificial intelligence technology, which is rapidly developing, is being used as a tool to express visual artists' views on art, and in particular, text-based im-age creation AI has been able to discover its potential as a facilitator for teachers and students in the art classroom. Through the case of first-year middle school art classes using image-generating AI, this study shows that image-generating AI can help increase learners' immersion in art classes, and expand imagi-nation and expression. This study is significant in that it derived ways to use image-generating AI as a teaching and learning tool in art classes, as well as positive aspects and points to keep in mind.
Meanings of Questioning in Art Appreciation Education: A National Art Curriculum Content Analysis Study
Authors:   Society for Art Education of Korea, KIM Sujin
Published: December 2023

This study investigates the changes in content related to ‘questioning’ within the development process of the national level art curriculum. It also assesses the significance of recently introduced question-related contents within the domain of art appreciation. Through a comprehensive literature review, this study delves into the nuances and implications of ‘questioning’ in school art appreciation classes. Furthermore, a content analysis was conducted to compare the meanings of ‘questioning’ in the 2022 revised national art curricu-lum with those of the previous curricular. Consequently, this study reveals several key findings. First, teach-ers are encouraged to incorporate questioning strategies given the transformation of students’ emotional responses to a work of art from passive to active appreciation. Second, the concept of ‘understanding’ within the 2022 curriculum provides the basis for introducing ‘essential questions’ in art appreciation classes. Third, the notion of ‘inquiry’ may be linked to students’ authentic curiosity, yet it necessitates fur-ther scholarly discourse to clarify its meaning. Fourth, teacher-initiated questions can help students ‘explain’ a work of art. Fifth, the 2022 curriculum assumes that a work of art serves catalysts for inspiring students’ new inquiries with the expectation that a diverse range of student-generated questions during art apprecia-tion classes will enhance their learning experience.
A Study on the Analysis of a Extra-curricular Programs in Universities for the Promotion of Culture and Arts Education: Focusing on four-year universites in Seoul and Gyeonggi Province
Authors:   Society for Art Education of Korea, CHOI Dawon
Published: December 2023

This study is a basic survey to develop culture and arts education programs using comparison programs conducted by universities. The purpose is to provide basic data for culture and arts education for college students by analyzing the results of surveys of perceptions and preferences for each program. The ques-tions were organized by referring to the questions of previous research and existing in-university surveys, and an online survey link was distributed to adults attending college or experiencing college life. The sur-vey period was from December 3, 2022 to January 2, 2023, and a total of 226 copies were used for final statistical processing using SPSS Statistics. According to the results derived from this study, participation and satisfaction in comparison programs were quite high, but there were complaints about similar programs and topics every year. On the other hand, there was a desire to participate in culture and arts education programs, but most of the respondents were dissatisfied with high costs and low accessibility. Based on these results, the researcher intends to develop future culture and arts education programs using com-parative programs with good accessibility.
π-Radical Cascade to a Chiral Saddle-Shaped Peropyrene
Authors: Bernhardt Annika , Čavlović Daniel , Mayländer Maximilian , Blacque Olivier , Moreno Cruz Carlos , Richert Sabine , Juríček Michal
Published: December 2023

Reactions of open-shell molecular graphene fragments are typically thought of as undesired decomposition processes because they lead to the loss of desired features like π-magnetism. Oxidative dimerization of phenalenyl to peropyrene shows, however, that these transformations hold promise as a synthetic tool for making complex structures via formation of multiple bonds and rings in a single step. Here, we explore the feasibility of using this “undesired” reaction of phenalenyl to build up strain and provide access to non-planar polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. To this end, we designed and synthesized a diradical system with two phenalenyl units linked via a biphenylene backbone. The design facilitates an intramolecular cascade reaction to a helically twisted saddle-shaped product, where the key transformations—ring-closure and ring-fusion—occur within one reaction. The negative curvature of the final peropyrene product, resulting from the presence of an eight-membered ring, was confirmed by single-crystal X-ray diffraction analysis and the helical twist was validated via resolution of the product’s enantiomers that display circularly polarized luminescence.
From Local Topology to Molecular Geometries via Minimizing the Total Energy: The Pyrolysis of Cubane
Authors: Ayarde Henríquez Leandro , Guerra Cristian , Chamorro Eduardo
Published: December 2023

This work gauges a recent methodical approach to elucidate an intimate multi-correlation between electron reorganizations, most stable molecular configurations, and the topographical description of relevant chemical processes through an in-depth reevaluation of the chemical bonding analysis underpinning the cubane pyrolysis mechanism reported by Seif et al. [RSC Adv., 2020, 10, 32730-32739]. Within the original version of the bonding evolution theory, both the single scissions and double formations/breakages of carbon-carbon bonds featuring the elementary reactions of such a mechanism were mischaracterized in terms of the cusp unfolding. However, no flag of this polynomial was detected in the first step (i.e., cubane bicyclo[4.2.0]octa-2,4,7-triene) as evidenced by the determinant of the Hessian matrix at all potentially degenerate critical points of the electron localization function along the intrinsic reaction coordinate. The crucial transannular ring opening featuring the second reaction, bicyclo[4.2.0]octa-2,4,7-triene 1,3,5,7-cyclooctatetraene, is the only chemical process exhibiting cusp characteristics. This striking finding underscores the significance of the density symmetry’s persistency near the topographical bifurcation, which serves as a predictive tool for correctly assigning the unfoldings characterizing key chemical changes along a pathway, a priori, i.e., by visually inspecting the molecular geometry. Our results reveal that both functions constitute a sophisticated model for assessing the electronegativity in reacting systems as they give an image of bonds’ polarity that consistently aligns with chemists’ expectations. The computed thermochemical dataset closely matches the experimental values, demonstrating the robustness and accuracy of the derived insights.
Emergence of molecular structures from self-supervised learning on mass spectra
Authors: Bushuiev Roman , Bushuiev Anton , Samusevich Raman , Šivic Josef , Pluskal Tomáš
Published: December 2023

Mass spectrometry (MS) is the primary method for characterizing biological and environmental samples at a molecular level. Despite this, the interpretation of mass spectra remains a challenge to overcome. Existing methods heavily rely on limited spectral libraries and human expertise, so we have taken an orthogonal approach. Here, we introduce a foundation transformer-based model pre-trained in a self-supervised way on millions of unlabeled mass spectra from our new GeMS (GNPS Experimental Mass Spectra) dataset. We show that by learning to predict masked spectral peaks and chromatographic retention orders, our model discovers rich molecular representations, which we name DreaMS (Deep Representations Empowering the Annotation of Mass Spectra). Fine-tuning the neural network for predicting spectral similarity, molecular fingerprints, chemical properties, and the presence of fluorine from mass spectra yields state-of-the-art performance across all tasks. This underscores the practical utility of DreaMS across diverse spectrum interpretation tasks and establishes it as a foundation for future advances in the field.
“This is Not A Song, It’s An Outburst”
Authors: O'Neill Alexander
Published: December 2023

Challenging traditionally-conceived narratives surrounding the dialectic of Apartheid, many Afrikaners became facilitators of in-state resistance alongside their black peers after becoming disillusioned with the South African regime’s foreign policy initiatives during the 1970s and 1980s. Afrikaner men were conscripted to fight in their country’s dirty wars in Rhodesia and Angola, which destabilized the regime’s legally-enshrined white privilege and fueled resistance expressed through musical movement. This idea connects to tactics used by the American government to assert racialist sovereignty as a tenet of stratifying South Africa’s domestic society through soft power. This paper demonstrates through semantic and musical deconstructions how and why Paul Simon’s “Graceland” project and the Voëlvry punk movement worked to dismantle tenets of racial governance at the grassroots level in South Africa. From the usage of the English language to the usage of Western instrumentation with “reclaimed” rhythm, these cases show a broader yet calculated transgression from mediatic expressions of Apartheid through moral entrepreneurship.
Women in leftist rebel movements
Authors: Mouchel Solene
Published: December 2023

In the late twentieth century, women’s significant involvement in leftist rebel movements in Nicaragua and El Salvador challenged traditional gender roles in the male-dominated sphere of guerrilla warfare. This research paper examines the driving forces behind this surge in women’s participation in the Sandinista National Liberation Front (FSLN) and the Farabundo Marti Front for National Liberation (FMLN). Structural changes, including shifts in land ownership and economic disparities, created opportunities for women to escape traditional domestic roles and engage in revolutionary activities. Decades of repressive dictatorships and increasing inequality further motivated women to join these movements.
МЕТОДИКА ТЕСТИРОВАНИЯ МНОГОКАНАЛЬНОГО ЧЕЛОВЕКО-МАШИННОГО ИНТЕРФЕЙСА
Authors: Возненко Т. И.
Published: December 2023

В настоящее время актуальными задачами являются исследование и разработка эффективного человеко-машинного интерфейса для робототехнических комплексов. Для повышения эффективности управления робототехническим комплексом могут быть использованы несколько интерфейсов, работающие в параллельном режиме. В частности, существует многоканальный человеко-машинный интерфейс, который подразумевает взаимодействие нескольких интерфейсов. Существуют различные алгоритмы взаимодействия нескольких интерфейсов, направленные на выбор команды, которую необходимо передать на робототехнический комплекс в данный момент времени. Для обоснования целесообразности использования алгоритмов взаимодействия необходимо применять методику тестирования многоканального человеко-машинного интерфейса. В данной статье рассматриваются различные подходы к реализации данной методики: на основе метода статистических испытаний и на основе моделирования результатов. По результатам сбора статистики формируются матрицы ошибок. В данной статье рассмотрены различные виды матриц ошибок, а также метрики, которые могут быть использованы для оценки эффективности работы человеко-машинного интерфейса с учетом ошибок 1-го и 2-го рода. В случае моделирования результатов, в данной статье были рассмотрены моделирование на основе выбора вида распределения и моделирование на основе генерирования матрицы ошибок. Моделирование результатов может быть использовано при невозможности сбора большой статистики, для проверки целесообразности использования алгоритмов взаимодействия.
ЧИСЛЕННОЕ МОДЕЛИРОВАНИЕ ТРАНСЗВУКОВЫХ СВЕРХАЛЬФВЕНОВСКИХ МГД-ТЕЧЕНИЙ С УСКОРЕНИЕМ В УЗКИХ КОАКСИАЛЬНЫХ КАНАЛАХ В ПРИСУТСТВИИ ПРОДОЛЬНОГО МАГНИТНОГО ПОЛЯ
Authors: Калимуллин Т. Р. , Стёпин Е. В.
Published: December 2023

Статья посвящена численным исследованиям течений плотной горячей плазмы в коаксиальных каналах плазменных ускорителей. Плазма рассматривается как сплошная электропроводящая среда, поведение которой описывается в терминах магнитной газодинамики (МГД). В работе используется математическая модель с нестационарными уравнениями «идеальной» одножидкостной магнитной газодинамики, полученная в квазиодномерном приближении. Целью работы является исследование влияния геометрии канала ускорителя в форме сопла и внешнего продольного магнитного поля на параметры установившихся во времени трансзвуковых сверхальфвеновских ускорительных МГД-течений, представляющих наибольший прикладной интерес в разработке плазменных двигателей. Продемонстрировано, что продольное магнитное поле вызывает вращение потока и незначительно снижает ускорительные характеристики канала. Установлено, что расположение «перетяжки», где достигается минимальное сечение канала, практически не влияет на входные и выходные значения потока, но существенным образом сказывается на параметрах потока внутри области канала. Показано, что геометрия канала влияет на величину критического продольного магнитного поля, соответствующего границе сверхальфвеновского режима течения.
Which Tests Predict 6-Month Isokinetic Quadriceps Strength After ACL Reconstruction? An Examination of Isometric Quadriceps Strength and Functional Tests at 3 Months
Authors: Giampetruzzi Nicholas , Weaver Adam P , Roman Dylan P , Cleland Joshua A , Ness Brandon M
Published: December 2023

Background

Restoration of quadriceps strength after anterior ligament reconstruction (ACLR) is a persistent challenge for patients and clinicians. Inadequate recovery of quadriceps strength has been linked to increase risk of re-injury. Developing methods of early identification of strength deficits is essential to allow clinicians to provide more individualized interventions early in the rehabilitation process.

Purpose

To determine whether 3-month isometric quadriceps strength, the Y-Balance Test (YBT), and the anterior step-down test are predictive of isokinetic quadriceps strength at six months in adolescents after ACLR.

Design

Retrospective cohort

Methods

Thirty-six adolescent patients with primary ACLR (58% female, 36% with concomitant meniscal repair, age: 15.7 ± 1.6 years). At three months post-operative, isometric quadriceps strength via isokinetic dynamometer, YBT-Lower Quarter, and anterior step-down tests were completed. At six months post-operative, an isokinetic knee strength assessment was completed. Regression analysis was used to evaluate the predictive relationship between 3-month isometric tests and 6-month isokinetic knee extension tests.

Results

Three-month post operative isometric quadriceps peak torque predicted isokinetic quadriceps peak torque at 6 months, F(1,34) = 19.61, p <0.001. Three-month isometric quadriceps peak torque accounted for 36.6% of the variance in normalized isokinetic quadriceps peak torque at 6 months with adjusted R2 = 34.7%. Including YBT anterior reach (β = 0.157, p = 0.318) in regression added 1.9% of variance when predicting 6-month isokinetic quadriceps peak torque, F (2,33) = 10.32, p <0.001, R2 = 0.385, ΔR2 = 0.019.

Conclusion

At three months post-ACLR, isometric strength testing appears more optimal than other functional tests in predicting isokinetic quadriceps peak torque in later stages of rehabilitation for adolescents. Clinicians should use tests at three months that measure quadriceps strength if aiming to predict isokinetic quadriceps peak torque at six months post-ACLR, rather than using functional tests such as the YBT-LQ or anterior step-down.

Level of Evidence

Level 3
Is There an Association Between Injury History and Lower Extremity Joint Injury During Canada Games Competition?
Authors: Yousufy Umar , Chimera Nicole J.
Published: December 2023

Background

Injuries during elite level competition like the Canada Games, occur frequently and injury history is one of the strongest predictors of future injury; however, this association is unknown in the Canada Games.

Purpose

To determine the association between injury history and incidence of lower extremity joint injury during Canada Games competition.

Methods

Data from the 2009 – 2019 Canada Games (8710 male and 8391 female athletes) competitions were de-identified by the Canada Games Council for analysis. Injury data were cleaned and categorized for previous injury and injury type and location. Injury history was self-reported and included concussion, major surgical procedure, neck and back, trauma to joint or bone, and trauma to ligament or tendon. Injury from the Canada Games competitions were categorized to include ankle, knee, hip, and patellofemoral joint injuries. Chi-Square (χ2 ) test of independence determined association between injury history and incidence of lower extremity joint injury during Canada Games competition. IBM SPSS (Version 26) was used for statistical analysis (p-value < 0.05).

Results

Four hundred and seventy-five ankle, 503 knee, 253 hip, and 106 patellofemoral joint injuries were reported during 10 years of Canada Games competitions. There were significant associations between history of neck and back injuries with ankle injuries and knee injuries, history of trauma and overuse of ligament or tendon with hip injuries and history of trauma or overuse of joint or bone with patellofemoral joint injuries.

Conclusion

These findings support previous literature suggesting that injury history is associated with future injury.

Level of Evidence

3
Comparison of Intervention Programs to Improve Trunk Stability for Active Females
Authors: Schwartzkopf-Phifer Kate , Whetstone Katie , Marchino Mark , Brown Kevin , Matsel Kyle
Published: December 2023

Background

Current literature illustrates a disparity in trunk stability push up performance (TSPU), as measured by the Functional Movement Screen (FMSTM), in females throughout the lifespan when compared to their male counterparts.

Hypothesis/Purpose

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of a novel exercise approach to a trunk stability (NEATS) program compared to a standard Pilates program on TSPU performance in active females aged 18-45 years. It was hypothesized that subjects in the NEATS program would have greater improvements on outcomes related to trunk stability than subjects in the Pilates program.

Study Design

Randomized controlled trial

Methods

All subjects were tested at baseline on Beighton criteria, the FMSTM, Y-Balance Test Upper Quarter and Lower Quarter, and grip strength by an evaluator blinded to group allocation. Subjects were randomized into the NEATS (n=17) or the Pilates group (n=19). The intervention period lasted eight weeks, with exercise progression at weeks two, four, and six.

Results

The main outcome was between-group pass rates on the TSPU. At posttest, 41% (n=7) of the NEATS group and 42% (n=8) of the Pilates group passed the TSPU, though there was no difference between groups (p=0.97). Significant differences were noted on the TSPU (Pilates, NEATS p=0.01) and composite scores (Pilates p=0.01; NEATS p=0.03). No within-group improvements were noted on the individual scores of the FMSTM (p=0.05-0.66). Within-group differences were noted on the posterolateral reach on the Y-Balance Test Lower Quarter (p=0.03) in the Pilates group. Between-group posttest continuous measures were not significantly different (p=0.17-0.96).

Conclusion

Improvements in trunk stability were comparable between the multi-planar NEATS program and a standard Pilates program suggesting that both can be used to improve trunk stability performance in active females.

Level of Evidence

2
Training Load and Current Soreness Predict Future Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness in Collegiate Female Soccer Athletes
Authors: Pexa Brett S. , Johnston Christopher J. , Taylor Jeffrey B , Ford Kevin R.
Published: December 2023

Background

Delayed onset muscles soreness (DOMS) is an indication of muscle stress and trauma that develops from excessive musculoskeletal loads. Musculoskeletal loads can be measured with wearable devices, but there is limited research on specific training load metrics that most correlate with DOMS after activity.

Purpose

To determine the predictive capabilities of training load variables on the development of lower extremity DOMS in female collegiate soccer athletes throughout an entire season.

Study Design

Prospective Cohort

Methods

Twenty-seven collegiate female soccer athletes reported their lower extremity DOMS each day prior to all soccer activity. Participants wore Polar heart rate and global positioning monitors to capture training load measures. Pearson correlation coefficients were used to assess the relationships between the training load variables and change in DOMS when collapsed across dates. Separate linear mixed models were performed with the following day’s DOMS as the outcome variable, training load and the current day’s DOMS as predictor variables, and participants serving as random intercepts.

Results

All training load variables significantly predicted change in DOMS, with number of decelerations (ρ=0.72, p <0.001), minutes spent at greater than 80% of maximum heart rate (HRmax) (ρ=0.71 , p <0.001), and distance (ρ=0.70 , p <0.001) best correlating with change in DOMS. Linear mixed models revealed a significant interaction of all training load and current day’s DOMS on the following day’s DOMS (p<0.001), but number of decelerations, HRmax, and total number of accelerations demonstrated the highest coefficient of determination (R2 marginal=33.2% - 29.2% , R2 conditional= 46.9% - 44.8%).

Conclusions

Training load variables paired with the current day’s DOMS significantly predict lower extremity DOMS in the future, with number of decelerations, accelerations, and HRmax best predicting future DOMS. Although this demonstrates that training load variables predict lower extremity DOMS, future research should incorporate objective measures of strength or jump kinetics to identify if similar relationships exist.

Level of Evidence

Level 3
Neurocognitive and Reactive Return to Play Testing Protocol in Overhead Athletes Following Upper Extremity Injury
Authors: Wilk Kevin E , Thomas Zachary M , Mangine Robert E , Fuller Paul , Davies George J
Published: December 2023

The incidence of upper extremity (UE) injuries in sport, particularly with the shoulder and elbow in baseball/softball players, appears to be increasing yearly, especially in younger age athletes. Improving the objective criteria and testing methods used to determine return to play (RTP) readiness following non-operative or post-operative management of UE injuries is one aspect of the rehabilitation process that may significantly help in reducing reinjury rates. Currently, the majority of clinicians are still using post operative time frame and/or strength/range of motion as their main criteria for clearance to RTP following UE injury. This demonstrates an inadequate reflection of the actual unpredictable, dynamic environment athletes are returning to participate in. In our clinical experiences, objective testing to allow for clearance to sport participation should incorporate neurocognitive and reactive testing to promote improvements in the athlete’s ability to dual task and focus/concentrate on the multi-dimensional tasks at hand. We know that neuroplastic changes occur following UE injury resulting in decreased proprioception and increased motor activation with simple UE tasks. Currently the research on UE return to play testing is limited. The purpose of this clinical commentary was to describe the utilization and provide reference values for a series of reactive neurocognitive UE tests, to assist with RTP, in high school and collegiate overhead athletes (baseball and softball) utilizing the Blaze Pod light system. The use of a more dynamic reactive testing battery may decrease the reinjury rates when an athlete is cleared for participation by measuring readiness in chaotic circumstances that are more reflective of the sporting environment the athlete is working to return to resulting in a greater sense of confidence, performance and prevention of reinjuries.
Study of Spatial Characteristics of Streets and Alleys in Traditional Villages: Taking Pingtan Comprehensive Experimental Area as an Example
Authors: Tian Fuxue , Huang Jun , Yang Fang
Published: December 2023

Taking the traditional residential street space in Pingtan Comprehensive Experimental Area as an example, the factors influencing the formation and development of lane space and the distribution characteristics of lanes were analyzed in this paper. Subsequently, an analysis was conducted on the scale and proportion of street and lane space enclosed in the settlement, the experiential aspects of street and lane space, as well as the node space. Lastly, a systematic summary of the street space characteristics in the settlements of Pingtan Island and Dongxiang Island is presented.
Reliability Design for Longitudinal Slope Length of Expressway
Authors: Yang Yong , Ding Haonan
Published: December 2023

The significance and the strategies of applying the reliability design method of longitudinal slope length in expressway engineering were explored in this study. The objective is to offer insights that can be beneficial for designing longitudinal slope lengths in contemporary expressway projects, with a focus on enhancing their reliability and safety.
The Path and Value of Integrating Ecological Aesthetic Education into the Teaching of Environmental Art Design Major
Authors: Chen Ye
Published: December 2023

In the changing environment of rapid technological development, the country pays more attention to the field of education. In the process of daily education and teaching, it is also necessary to focus on the implementation of ecological aesthetic education for students and its integration into the teaching of other subjects. The major of environmental art design is a professional discipline that scientifically and rationally solves the coordinated development of man and nature at this stage. Establishing a close connection between the two is an important part of the education and teaching process of colleges and universities at this stage. Based on this, this article conducts an in-depth exploration and analysis of the teaching plan for integrating ecological aesthetic education into environmental art design teaching. Combining with the actual situation, abundant resources, etc., this paper provides new development directions and concepts for the construction of ecological aesthetic education, and effectively improves the quality and efficiency of classroom teaching.
TEM REMÉDIO PARA APRENDER? EXPERIÊNCIA COM DOCENTES DAS SALAS DE RECURSOS MULTIFUNCIONAIS
Authors: Barreto Maria da Apresentação , Lima Julie Isabelle Freitas Rodrigues
Published: December 2023

Este trabalho tem como princípio norteador a ideia de que as múltiplas denominações relativas ao conceito de normalidade vão sendo tecidas nas relações históricas ao longo do desenvolvimento das sociedades. Faremos o relato de uma experiência que objetivou ampliar o conhecimento dos professores sobre o fenômeno da medicalização da educação que consiste em patologizar e prescrever remédios para os desafios escolares. A ação foi desenvolvida com um grupo de 18 docentes que atuavam na educação básica nas Salas de Recursos Multifuncionais de um município da grande Natal. O recurso utilizado foi a roda de conversa para discutir, participativamente, o tema. No desenvolvimento da experiência utilizamo-nos de algumas referências teóricas da Psicologia Histórico-Cultural a fim de organizar a discussão e sistematização dos conhecimentos. O trabalho desenvolvido evidenciou a necessidade de investirmos em processos de formação permanente, posto que a patologização dos transtornos e das deficiências faz com que a discussão sobre os desafios dessa ordem, que acontecem na escola, distanciem-se do campo educacional e aproximem-se dos discursos médicos.

Palavras-chaves: Medicalização da educação; Psicologia Histórico-Cultural; Formação docente.
MODEL PEMBELAJARAN GUIDED NOTE TAKING PADA KETERAMPILAN MENYIMAK SISWA KELAS III SEKOLAH DASAR
Authors: Saadah Nailus , Irianto Apri , Rachmadtullah Reza , Suharni Suharni
Published: December 2023

This research is motivated by the current very condition of students in their listening skills.  Listening skills are not considered important compared to other skills. Therefore, this study aims to determine the effect of the Guided Note Taking learning model on elementary school students listening skills. This research is a quantitative research with quasi-experimental methods. The research design uses a Posttest-Only, Non-Equivalent Control Group Design. While the participants of this study were all students of class III. The data collection technique uses test in the form of essay questions. The results of the calculation of the hypothesis test using SPSS software. The results of the study show that there is an influence of the Guided Note Takung model on the Listening Skills of Class III Elementary School Students.
PENERAPAN MODEL PEMBELAJARAN BERDIFERENSIASI UNTUK MENINGKATKAN HASIL BELAJAR PESERTA DIDIK PADA MUATAN PELAJARAN IPS DI KELAS IV SD NEGERI 2 PISANG KABUPATEN NGANJUK
Authors: Ayu Retnani Orenta , Eka Anggraini Ade , Kumala Ningrum Dewi
Published: December 2023

Rendahnya hasil belajar peserta didik pada muatan pelajaran IPS di kelas IV SD Negeri 2 Pisang Kabupaten Nganjuk membuat peneliti berupaya untuk meningkatkan hasil belajar peserta didik agar tujuan pembelajaran dapat tercapai secara maksimal dan tujuan penulisan ini untuk mendiskripsikan aktivitas guru, aktivitas peserta didik, dan hasil belajar peserta didik. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah penelitian tindakan kelas. Pendekatan penumpulan informasi yang digunakan meliputi penggunaan lembar aktivitas guru dan peserta didik, serta lembar tes. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan adanya peningkatan aktivitas guru dari siklus I ke siklus 2 dengan taraf 73,75% pada siklus 1 dan 87% pada siklus 2. Aktivitas peserta didik sebesar 71% pada siklus 1 dan 86% pada siklus 2. Dari data hasil belajar peserta didik diperoleh ketuntasan sebesar 73,9% pada siklus 1 dan 100% pada siklus 2. Dari data hasil penelitian, jumlah rata-rata nilai hasil belajar peserta didik dengan menggunakan model pembelajaran berdiferensiasi mulai siklus I sampai siklus II diperoleh peningkatan ketuntasan hasil belajar klasikal yang signifikan yaitu 26,1%, sehingga di peroleh kesimpulan bahwa penerapan model pembelajaran berdiferensiasi berpengaruh terhadap peningkatan hasil belajar peserta didik pada muatan pelajaran IPS kelas IV SD Negeri 2 Pisang Kabupaten Nganjuk.
PENGARUH MODEL PEMBELAJARAN DISCOVERY LEARNING BERBASIS ISPRING SUITE TERHADAP KEMAMPUAN BERPIKIR KRITIS SISWA SEKOLAH DASAR
Authors: Hikmah Nurul , Nuriman Nuriman , Mahmudi Kendid
Published: December 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengukur pengaruh model discovery learning berbasis ispring suite terhadap kemampuan berpikir kritis siswa sekolah dasar. Jenis penelitian ini yaitu penelitian eksperimental menggunakan quasi experimental, dalam bentuk non equivalent control group. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan di SDN Kanigaran 3 Probolinggo. Subjek yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini yaitu siswa kelas VA yang terdiri dari 29 siswa dan kelas B terdiri dari 30 siswa. Hasil uji homogenitas menyatakan bahwa kedua kelas tersebut homogen dengan nilali sebesar diperoleh nilai sebesar 0,591 pada taraf signifikansi 0,05. Instrumen pada penelitian ini menggunakan soal pilihan ganda yang telah mengandung kemampuan berpikir kritis siswa. Hasil dari penelitian ini dilihat dari nilai perbedaan nilai pretest dan posttest. Pretest dilaksanakan sebelum pemberian perlakuan, sedangkan posttest dilaksanakan setelah pemberian perlakuan. Hasil dari penelitian ini diukur melalui uji-t, diperoleh nilai       yaitu 4,903  1,672.  Uji keefektifan relatifnya diperoleh nilai 52% masuk dalam kategori sedang. Berdasarkan data tersebut dapat disimpulkan bahwa terdapat pengaruh yang signifikan model discovery learning berbasis ispring suite terhadap kemampuan berpikir kritis siswa kelas V materi perubahan wujud benda.
PENGARUH MODEL PEMBELAJARAN INKUIRI TERHADAP NILAI KARAKTER KEBHINNEKAAN GLOBAL DALAM KURIKULUM MERDEKA MATA PELAJARAN PPKN UNIT 3 SISWA KELAS IV SDN SEKARPUTIH 2 BONDOWOSO
Authors: Alundra Amnala Kinanti , Zahroul Fitriyah Chumi , Ayu Puspitaningrum Dyah
Published: December 2023

Kurikulum pendidikan di Indonesia selalu mengalami perubahan dari waktu ke waktu. Perubahan ini didasari oleh perkembangan ilmu pengetahuan dan kondisi lingkungan serta siswa itu sendiri. Pada masa kurikulum ini, selain perlunya adaptasi, guru juga dituntut untuk menggunakan berbagai macam model pembelajaran. Pada penelitian ini, sekolah yang digunakan sebagai penelitian masih belum menerapkan model pembelajaran inkuiri. Penelitian ini menggunakan penelitian kuantitatif dengan desain penelitian eksperimen semu dengan pola desain Non Equivalent Control Group. Populasi dalam penelitian ini berjumlah 53 siswa kelas IV SDN Sekarputih 02 Bondowoso. Berdasarkan hasil uji Independent Sample t-test diketahui bahwa nilai thitung dengan taraf signifikan 5% diperoleh thitung > ttabel (6,175 > 1,675. Hasil ER sebesar 44%, sehingga terdapat pengaruh penggunaan model pembelajaran inkuiri terhadap nilai karakter kebhinnekaan global siswa kelas IV SDN Sekarputih 02 Bondowoso. Selain itu, juga didukung dengan hasil nilai rata-rata posttest yang diperoleh kelas eksperimen sebesar 77 dan kelas kontrol sebesar 74.
INVESTIGASI EFEK SOLIDITAS RUNNER TERHADAP PERFORMA TURBIN CROSSFLOW
Authors: Rifai Abdul Muis
Published: December 2023

The crossflow turbine is a popular type of hydropower generator used to convert water energy into electricity. It offers several advantages, including a simple design, reliable performance, and suitability for low-head water flows. This study investigates the effect of runner solidity on the performance of a crossflow turbine. The designed turbine will operate at a three-meter head with a flow rate of 41.55 litters and a runner speed of 300 rpm. The runner design is straightforward, using blades made from four-inch pipes for easy availability and simple manufacturing and repair processes. Variations in runner solidity are achieved by adjusting the number of blades. The investigation uses runners with 15, 20, 25, 30, and 33 blades, representing solidities of 11.7%, 14.6%, 17.5%, and 19.2%, respectively. The results show that the runner developed from a set of blades produced by four-inch pipes, operating under the designed conditions, achieves maximum performance with an efficiency of 81.42% at a solidity of 17.5%, or 30 blades
Bequeathing Buddha y Requesting Buddha, fotografía de plató y transformaciones urbanas
Authors: Manonelles Moner Laia
Published: December 2023

Wang Qingsong utiliza el lenguaje fotográfico para enfocar distintas problemáticas sociales relacionadas con la transformación urbana que ha experimentado China en las últimas décadas, señalando –en diversos de sus proyectos artísticos– el impacto de los nuevos planes urbanísticos iniciados a partir de la reforma económica de Deng Xiaoping implementada a partir de 1978. En el presente artículo se analizan varios trabajos de Qingsong en los que reflexiona sobre las consecuencias de los procesos de re-urbanización en las grandes metrópolis y la pérdida de los valores tradicionales. Se recogen las reflexiones del propio artista, expuestas en diversas entrevistas y las interpretaciones de diferentes historiadores del arte y curadores, para así ahondar en cómo evolucionan dichas temáticas en la trayectoria artística de Wang Qingsong desde finales de la década de los noventa hasta la actualidad.
Inovasi Pembelajaran Daring Pasca Pandemi Covid-19
Authors: Salim Muhammad
Published: December 2023

Pandemi Covid-19 telah membuat banyak perubahan dalam kehidupan masyarakat, termasuk dalam dunia Pendidikan. Pembelajaran yang awalnya konvensional tatap muka, berubah menjadi daring. Keadaan ini terus berlanjut pasca Pandemi Covid-19. Pembelajaran daring merupakan pembelajaran yang berlangsung di dalam jaringan internet, dan melalui platform. Pembelajaran daring dilakukan secara asinkron dan sinkron. Penelitian ini bertujuan memberikan deskripsi tentang inovasi pembelajaran daring Pasca Pandemi Covid-19.  Pandemi Covid-19 menyebabkan perubahan besar dalam kehidupan masyarakat.  Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah studi pustaka. Pada studi pustaka memanfaatkan sumber perpustakaan untuk memperoleh data penelitian. Sumber data bersumber dari data sekunder yang berasal dari laporan hasil penelitian, artikel, buku, prosiding dan artikel di website. Selanjutnya langkah penelitian kepustakaan adalah 1) menyiapkan alat perlengkapan yang diperlukan 2) menyiapkan bibliografi kerja. 3) mengorganisasikan waktu, dan akhirnya. 4) kegiatan membaca dan mencatat bahan penelitian. Adapun hasil penelitian, inovasi pembelajaran daring Pasca Pandemi Covid-19 bentuknya  semakin beragam yang  dilakukan melanjutkan inovasi pada saat pandemi Covid-19. Hal ini untuk menyeimbangkan pembelajar yang termasuk generasi Z. Inovasi pembelajaran daring dilakukan dengan kombinasi dari berbagai platform seperti google classroom, google meet dan lainnya, pembelajaran blended dan memanfaatka virtual reality.