bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The use of Pilates for pain control in patients with fibromyalgia
Authors: Jesus Daniel Xavier Gomes de , Pacheco Crislaini da Rocha , Rezende Rafael Marins
Published: July 2022

Abstract Introduction: Although the Pilates method is commonly used to treat fibromyalgia (FM) in clinical practice, research is scarce, and little is known about its real effectiveness in pain management. Objective: Systematically review the literature to determine whether Pilates affects pain control in FM patients. Methods: The PubMed, Science Direct, PEDro and Cochrane databases were searched to identify randomized controlled trials that investigated the effects of Pilates in individuals diagnosed with FM. The descriptors used were: “pilates based exercise” OR “pilates training” OR “pilates exercise” OR “pilates” AND “fibromyalgia.” Independent reviewers performed abstract/full-text screening, data extraction, and methodological quality assessments using the PEDro scale. Results: The search identified 646 potential articles, four of which were used in the analysis. The Pilates method had positive effects on pain control, physical function, quality of life and biopsychosocial factors such as stress and depression in individuals with FM in four studies. However, improvement in these parameters did not differ between intervention groups in three studies. Additionally, the control group showed no significant improvement for the same parameters in one study. The PEDro scale scores of the studies ranged from 6 to 8 points. Conclusion: Evidence suggests that Pilates influences pain control in individuals with FM, and is more effective than no intervention or minimal intervention in the treatment of FM.
Social protection in schooling policies: some theoretical-political digressions
Authors: Dentz Marta von
Published: July 2022

ABSTRACT This article aims to examine the ways in which relevant formulators of schooling policies operate under a concept of social protection that is associated with and produced under the neoliberal gendarme. By enrolling in the field of schooling policies, it analyzes how social protection is dimensioned and intensified based on the logic of the school’s expanded social responsibility. Firstly, it places policymakers in a broader scope. Secondly, it deepens reflection about the Brazilian reality and offers some provocations. Methodologically, the article is based mainly on theoretical-political digressions from a critical perspective of analysis. The concepts of social protection presented here refer to the school as a place of welcome and protection, with creative spaces both inside and outside formal systems and the development of adaptable and flexible programs.
O ensino de biologia por investigação: um estudo de caso contextualizado no ensino de jovens e adultos
Authors: Santos Monique Cesnik Martins dos , Batista Jefferson de Barros , Camarotti Maria de Fátima , Batista Anabelle Camarotti de Lima
Published: July 2022

RESUMO O ensino por investigação caracteriza-se como uma prática que visa estimular o protagonismo, o pensamento crítico e a autonomia do aluno. A abordagem metodológica foi quantitativo-qualitativa, descritiva e fez uso de observação participante. Os dados, coletados por meio de questionários, resultaram na análise qualitativa dos alunos, que demonstraram motivação, liderança e autonomia na construção do conhecimento. Isso resultou em uma afirmação medida quantitativamente pelo aumento significativo no número de alunos que declararam, no questionário, que “entendem sem dificuldade” os temas abordados. Esses resultados apontaram para a avaliação positiva do tema e da abordagem metodológica utilizada. Ao fim, revelaram, por meio de suas percepções e atitudes, o desenvolvimento de aprendizagens significativas e o potencial de multiplicar os conhecimentos construídos, atuando como transformadores de sua realidade.
El impacto de la cultura académica en la formación de pregrado y postgrado: propuesta de un modelo conceptual
Authors: Pedraja-Rejas Liliana , Rodríguez-Ponce Emilio , Labraña Julio
Published: July 2022

RESUMEN La cultura académica ha recibido creciente atención en la literatura. Sin embargo, se ha prestado menor atención a los efectos de la cultura académica en la docencia de pregrado y postgrado. Este artículo propone un modelo conceptual, a partir de la inducción analítica, el cual identifica tres planos de cultura académica: cultura de la educación superior, cultura profesional y disciplinar y cultura institucional. Se argumenta que las creencias de estudiantes, académicos y equipos directivos sobre el rol de la investigación y la extensión resultan fundamentales para la enseñanza universitaria. Con base a la anterior revisión, se releva el propósito de comprender el impacto de la cultura académica en la formación de pregrado y postgrado ejemplificando su potencial para las instituciones latinoamericanas.
Development of colonies of uruçu stingless bees fed a vitamin-amino acid supplement
Authors: CASTAGNINO Guido Laércio Bragança , CUTULI DE SIMÓN Maria Teresa , MEANA Aránzazu , PINTO Luís Fernando Batista
Published: July 2022

ABSTRACT This study proposes to investigate the influence of a vitamin-amino acid supplement on the weight of colonies of uruçu stingless bees (Melipona scutellaris). The experiment was carried out with 24 colonies and three treatments, which consisted of a solution of different proportions of supplement (0, 3, and 5 mL) diluted in syrup (water and sugar). Although this supplement is effective and indicated for other species of domestic animals, analysis of variance with repeated measures over time did not reveal a significant effect (P > 0.05) of its dose on the weight of the hives, showing that the supply of the vitamin-amino acid supplement does not meet the nutritional requirements of the colony. The use of this product did not have a positive effect on the development of the uruçu bee colonies, so it should not be employed as a major source of amino acids and vitamins in the diet of bees. Beekeepers are suggested to provide uruçu bees with an abundant diversity of plants so that they have access to different types of pollen as a source of nutrients.
EDUCAÇÃO PARA A SUSTENTABILIDADE EM TRABALHOS DE CONCLUSÃO DE CURSO DE LICENCIATURA EM BIOLOGIA NA REGIÃO AMAZÔNICA PARAENSE
Authors: Silva Natanael Charles da , Araújo Magnólia Fernandes Florêncio de
Published: July 2022

Considera-se que a educação para a sustentabilidade no ensino superior é um desafio que requer a incorporação de uma formação pautada em valores, atitudes e princípios que reflitam na formação profissional. Isto posto, esta pesquisa objetivou analisar a abordagem que discentes de cursos superiores de licenciatura em Biologia, da Região Amazônica Paraense, fazem sobre a educação para a sustentabilidade em seus TCC. O estudo exploratório com análise documental considerou os TCC produzidos por alunos de cinco IES diferentes, elaborados entre os anos de 2017 e 2021, utilizando um instrumento de análise pautado em sete categorias que investigam a abordagem dos princípios da Educação para a Sustentabilidade em três fases. Ao analisar 145 trabalhos, foi verificado que os princípios mais abordados estão relacionados com o direito à educação e o direito à biodiversidade. O estudo apresenta contribuições de caráter teórico-científico, prático-instrumental e social, evidenciando princípios formativos que as IES devem considerar na formação de seus alunos para que tenhamos profissionais preocupados com os problemas socioambientais.
Prevalência de depressão autorreferida no Brasil: Pesquisa Nacional de Saúde 2019 e 2013
Authors: Brito Valéria Cristina de Albuquerque , Bello-Corassa Rafael , Stopa Sheila Rizzato , Sardinha Luciana Monteiro Vasconcelos , Dahl Catarina Magalhães , Viana Maria Carmen
Published: July 2022

Resumo Objetivo: Descrever a prevalência de depressão autorreferida na população brasileira adulta a partir da Pesquisa Nacional de Saúde (PNS) 2019, e comparar com a PNS 2013. Métodos: Estudo transversal descritivo no qual se calcularam prevalências de diagnóstico autorreferido de depressão, segundo localidade e variáveis demográficas, e intervalos de confiança de 95% (IC95%). Análises bivariadas foram realizadas com teste qui-quadrado. Resultados: Participaram 90.846 indivíduos com idade ≥ 18 anos, na PNS 2019, e 60.202, na PNS 2013. Entre 2013 e 2019, as prevalências de depressão autorreferida aumentaram de 7,6% (IC95% 7,2;8,1) para 10,2% (IC95% 9,9;10,6), e de busca por atendimento nos últimos 12 meses anteriores à entrevista, de 46,4% (IC95% 43,75;49,1) para 52,8% (IC95% 50,7;55,0). Consultórios privados foram o principal local de assistência. Conclusão: A depressão é um transtorno altamente prevalente. O diagnóstico de depressão e a busca por atendimento aumentaram no período. Entretanto, o predomínio de atendimentos em consultórios privados sugere desigualdades na melhoria da cobertura assistencial.
Investigating the physical and chemical contribution of ground low-quality fly ash particles to cementitious composites
Authors: Sharma Meenakshi , Bhushan Rohit , Medepalli Satya , Bishnoi Shashank
Published: July 2022

This work investigates grinding as a potential solution to improve the utilisation of low-quality fly ashes in concrete. Factors contributing to the performance of ground fly ash in cementitious composites were investigated. It was found that grinding significantly crushed large cenosphere particles and increased the specific gravity and surface area of fly ash, which led to a higher filler effect and improved the rate of cement hydration, contributing to strength development. The comparison of strength of quartz-blended pastes and fly ash-blended pastes showed that the pozzolanic reaction of fly ash marginally contributes to strength development. The major influence of ground particles was seen in the region near aggregates. Ground fly ash significantly increased the microhardness of the interfacial transition zone near aggregates. Since this zone has a direct influence on the failure of mortars and concrete, its improvement resulted in a comparable strength of fly ash-blended mortars to the reference ordinary Portland cement mortar.
Fate and impact of nano/microplastic in the geoenvironment — ecotoxicological perspective
Authors: O’Kelly Brendan C , Pantos Olga , Weaver Louise , Sarris Theo S , Goli Venkata Siva Naga Sai , Mohammad Arif , Singh Prithvendra , Singh Devendra Narain
Published: July 2022

Plastic pollution in the terrestrial environment is emerging as another significant human-made threat to ecosystem function and health. Plastic contamination can range from the macro- to the nanoscale, and environmental impacts are evident at each level. Although significant knowledge gaps remain regarding the interactions between the natural environment and nano- and microplastics (NMPs), there is an increasing body of evidence concerning detrimental effects on a wide range of taxa. The surface properties of NMPs lead to the adsorption of heavy metals, endocrine-disrupting chemicals, antibiotics and other persistent organic pollutants, which, therefore, can result in their co-migration in the terrestrial environment. Although airborne and dietary transmission routes of NMPs have been observed, their effects on human health are still not fully understood, which is of concern to the scientific community. This state-of-the-art review paper firstly examines available evidence for, and knowledge of, various sources of NMP contamination to the terrestrial environment. Attention then focuses on (a) the biological processes from the source to soils and plants, (b) potential impacts of NMPs on soil and subsurface ecosystems, (c) trophic interactions and function and (d) implications for environmental and human health. This paper concludes by identifying knowledge gaps and presents recommendations on prioritised research needs.
Sala de aula invertida como ferramenta complementar para o processo de ensino-aprendizagem do ciclo de Krebs e cadeia respiratória
Authors: Nascimento Jéssica Oliveira de Souza , Santana Carolina Souza , Andrade Felipe de Oliveira , De Oliveira Jéssica Santos , Maciel Rebeca Gabrielle Almeida , Barreto Fernanda Khouri
Published: July 2022

Historicamente os métodos tradicionais de ensino se consolidaram tendo o professor como a figura central do conhecimento. No entanto, pesquisas mostram que para que o aprendizado seja bem-sucedido é necessário mais do que apenas ouvir. Nesse sentido, a sala de aula invertida é um tipo de metodologia ativa que torna o aluno protagonista do seu aprendizado. Diante disso, esse trabalho visa demonstrar a aplicação da sala de aula invertida como uma metodologia adequada para o melhor entendimento da bioquímica, demonstrando os benefícios de sua utilização dentro do campo das áreas biomédicas. Essa metodologia foi aplicada em uma turma do curso de medicina da Universidade Federal da Bahia, para abordagem do tema “Ciclo de Krebs e Cadeia Respiratória”. A turma foi dividida em grupos para apresentação de instrumentos lúdicos sobre a temática, com preenchimento de questionário individual ao final do encontro. Foi possível observar que essa estratégia de abordagem proporcionou um maior aprendizado, já que 59,5% dos alunos classificou a metodologia como excelente e 56,8% declarou nota máxima na autoavaliação sobre a participação no desenvolvimento do trabalho. Além disso, foi constatado que essa metodologia consegue estimular no estudante o senso crítico, solução de conflitos, interação com os colegas e participação ativa do indivíduo na busca por conhecimento; características importantes para o estudante durante a formação médica.
Altered fecal microbial and metabolic profile reveals potential mechanisms underlying iron deficiency anemia in pregnant women in China
Authors: Chen Haixia , Wu Weigang , Tang Shuming , Fu Rong , Gong Xia , Hou Hu , Xu Junfa
Published: July 2022

The gut microbiome and its metabolism may provide crucial insight into the cause of iron deficiency anemia (IDA) in pregnant women. This study aimed to investigate the effect of the gut microbiome and its related metabolites on pregnant women with iron deficiency (ID) and IDA. Maternal cubital venous blood and stool samples were collected from healthy control pregnant women (HC, non-anemic, n=10), pregnant women with ID non-anemia (ID, n=10), and IDA (n=10). All groups were subjected to fecal metagenomics and metabolomics. The composition and function of the gut microbiome were then compared in pregnant women with ID and IDA with HC after excluding the possibility of inflammation and insufficient iron absorption capacity. Whole-genome shotgun libraries were prepared by quantifying metagenomic DNA samples with Quant-iT PicoGreen dsDNA Assay. The levels of 41 microbial species, including 21 Streptococci and ten metabolites (catechol), which could serve as siderophores, were increased. In contrast, 3 Bacteroides and six metabolites were decreased in pregnant women with IDA (p<0.05). The Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) pathway analysis indicated that the bio-pathways, including biosynthesis of siderophore group non-ribosomal peptides (p<0.01), ABC transporters (p<0.05) and membrane transport of the gut microbiota (p<0.01) in IDA patients were expressed differently compared with HC. Correlation analysis also indicates that these increased bacteria formed strong co-occurring relationships with metabolites in the occurrence and development of IDA in pregnant women. The current study identified that streptococci and catechol (fecal metabolite) were significantly increased in pregnant women with IDA. Therefore, adjusting the intestinal homeostasis using long-term living and eating habits on oral Streptococcus in pregnant women with IDA before iron supplementation may be more conducive to iron supplementation, thus providing novel therapies for IDA.
How Teachers Implement Online Physical Education Learning during Covid-19 Pandemic
Authors: Lubay Lukmannul Haqim , Shavira Annisa , Putri Wulandari
Published: July 2022

Various obstacles caused by the COVID-19 pandemic occur in different sectors, including in education where teachers are challenged to carry out different learning forms to achieve learning objectives. Therefore, a study on the implementation of online Physical Education learning, especially to find out whether the implementation is relevant to the learning objective achievement or not, is essential. For this reason, this study was aimed at finding out how the teachers implemented Physical Education online learning during COVID-19 pandemic. The samples of this research were 15 Physical Education, Sports, and Health teachers at Public Elementary Schools in Bandung City. The survey method was carried out by distributing questionnaires in digital form to each teacher with the help of Google Forms. The analysis of this study was administered using a univariate descriptive analysis to explain each sub-indicator. The findings showed that the teachers prepared the Lesson Plan and delivered learning activities based on the Lesson Plan, even though the learning process was carried out online. The scope of learning materials and motivation were conveyed by the majority of the teachers. Furthermore, almost every teacher provided feedback and assignments to students. The assessment was also considered important and carried out by the teachers.
Sedentary Behavior in Elementary School Children Associated with Body Mass Index
Authors: Salmatunisa Nazela , Wibowo Ricky , Stephani Mesa Rahmi
Published: July 2022

Technological advances are increasingly sophisticated to make lifestyle patterns easy and sedentary, especially for elementary school-age children. Just spend their daily time like watching television, playing computer and also playing video games. So reluctant to move and result in lazy to move as well as lack of activity. And cause obesity or overweight. However, not all of them show the prevalence of obesity. Therefore, the researcher aims to determine between sedentary behavior and body mass index in elementary school children. The survey method was carried out by distributing digital questionnaires to students with a total sample of 96 people and the help of Google Forms. The instrument used was the Adolescent Sedentary Activity Questionnaire (ASAQ). Descriptive analysis of the correlation between the two variables. The results show that sedentary behavior is 96.9%, body mass index is 38.5%, and there is no relationship between sedentary behavior and body mass index in elementary school students. In the future, it is hoped that there will be further research with a better research design on sedentary behavior, body mass index, and its influence.
Kendala Ruang dan Alat Mahasiswa Pendidikan Jasmani Sekolah Dasar dalam Mengikuti Pembelajaran Praktik Daring
Authors: Yasri Kharisma Akbar , Sari Trie Maylita , Fauziah Rifa Hijra , Zulfany Qistina , Putri Wulandari
Published: July 2022

The transition of face-to-face learning to online learning during Covid-19 pandemic brings challenges for Physical Education students, especially in practice-based courses. In online learning, the students are required to provide the space and equipment themselves. Therefore, this study was aimed at determining the constraints related to space and tools faced by Physical Education students in attending online practice-based lectures during the Covid-19 pandemic. This research is qualitative exploratory research using a questionnaire constructed based on Student Survey guidelines of Shape America 2020. The questionnaire was created in Google Form and distributed via WhatsApp. The participants were 93 Physical Education students of a University in Indonesia. The results showed that most students had a limited size of room. The solution taken was mostly looking for other places, usually a field. Most students also had limited tools. For unavailable equipment, the majority of students modified the simple tools available. It indicates that online learning brought challenges for PE students in practice-based course related to the availability of tools and space. It is recommended that lecturers give directions for creating safe and efficient equipment.
Validitas dan Reliabilitas Rubrik Penilaian Tes Hasil Belajar Keterampilan High Service Untuk Siswa Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Hambali Burhan , Ma'mun Amung , Susetyo Budi , Hidayat Yusuf , Gumilar Agus
Published: July 2022

Rubrik penilaian dalam tes hasil belajar keterampilan high service sudah selayaknya mempunyai kriteria validitas dan reliabilitas yang memadai sebagai alat ukur yang handal. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji tingkat validitas dan reliabilitas rubrik penilaian tes hasil belajar keterampilan high service untuk siswa sekolah dasar. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah deskriptif kuantitatif. 50 siswa-siswi sekolah dasar dengan rentang usia 11-12 tahun dijadikan sebagai partisipan dalam penelitian ini. Rubrik penilaian yang disusun merujuk pada instrumen tes performance dengan model individual performance assessment. Analisis yang dilakukan yaitu estimasi validitas isi (Lawshe’s CVR),  reliabilitas test-retest, reliabilitas antar penilai (Interclass Coefficient Correlation) serta analisis meta rubrik. Hasil analisis menunjukan besaran reliabilitas dan validitas instrumen penilaian sudah menunjukan kriteria baik dengan signifikan (p_value 0,05). Berdasarkan hasil pengujian reliabilitas dan validitas dapat disimpulkan bahwa Rubrik penilaian yang disusun dapat digunakan untuk menilai tes hasil belajar keterampilan high service dalam pembelajaran bulutangkis siswa sekolah dasar
Diagnostic and treatment of secondary chondrosarcoma of the femur with multiple recurrences. Case report
Authors: Fedorova A. V. , Sushentsov E. A. , Agaev D. K. , Kochergina N. V. , Bludov A. B. , Shchipakhina Y. A. , Batyrova G. S.
Published: July 2022

Chondrosarcoma is one of the most common tumors in adults. Resectable chondrosarcomas requires surgical treatment, and tend to local recurrence, often repeatedly.A case report of a 38 years old female patient with secondary chondrosarcoma of femur is presented. The role of multidisciplinary team in tactic choice of primary treatment and recurrence treatment is shown.
Peningkatan Range of Motion (ROM) Pada Lansia Dengan Kasus Knee Osteoarthitis Dengan Menggunakan Latihan Retrowalking di Puskesmas Kendal Kerep
Authors: Wardojo Sri Sunaringish Ika
Published: July 2022

Latar Belakang: Nyeri  sendi atau arthritis merupakan  penyakit  yang  umum terjadi  pada  lansia dan paling banyak menyebabkan kecacatan. Intervensi Fisioterapi yang ada hingga saat ini hanya berfungsi untuk mengurangi nyeri dan mempertahankan fungsi dari sendi yang terkena. Retrowalking atau yang dikenal dengan jalan mundur merupakan salah satu terapi yang dapat digunakan untuk lansia dengan osteoarthritis knee. Metode: Penelitian ini menggunakan desain pre eksperimental dengan rancangan pre dan post test bertujuan untuk mengetahui efektifitas retrowalking untuk peningkatan ROM pada lansia dengan osteoarthritis knee. Populasi penelitian ini adalah lansia di puskesmas Kendal Kerep dengan jumlah sampel 13 orang. Tehnik pengambilan sampel menggunakan purposive sampling dengan protokol intervensi menggunakan standart operating procedure. Data yang diperoleh akan dianalisis menggunakan uji T berpasangan (α = 0,05).Hasil: Hasil analisis uji T berpasangang didapatkan hasil nilai P = 0,001 dapat ditarik kesimpulan bahwa terdapat efektifitas retrowalking terhadap peningkatan ROM lansia dengan osteoarthritis knee  di puskesmas Kendal Kerep.Kesimpulan: Retrowalking memberikan manfaat latihan serta rehabilitasi yang unik. Pada saat berjalan mundur, pada fase swing fleksi lutut cenderung lebih kecil dari pada saat berjalan biasa, hal tersebut mengurangi gerakan lutut saat retrowalking. Penelitian ini diharapkan menambah pengetahuan tenaga kesehatan mengenai manfaat retrowalking untuk knee osteoarthritis. Sehingga dapat dimanfaatkan sebagai home program.
PENGARUH LATIHAN SHUTTLE RUN DAN SKIPPING ROPE TERHADAP KELINCAHAN SHADOW 6 TITIK CABOR BULUTANGKIS UKM BADMINTON UM
Authors: Berdhika Numero Uno Amaranaya , Adi Sapto , Yunus Mahmud
Published: July 2022

Dalam penelitian ini memiliki tujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh latihan shuttle run dan skipping rope terhadap shadow 6 titik cabor bulutangkis UKM Badminton UM. Metode dalam penelitian ini yaitu pre-experimental two group pretest-posttest design. Subjek pada penelitian ini berjumlah 14 atlet. Teknik pengambilan data menggunakan instrumen tes olah kaki. Data di uji dengan normality test, homogeneity of variance test, dan t test dibantu dengan aplikasi SPSS 25. Hasil dari penelitian menunjukan bahwa terdapat pengaruh latihan shuttle run dan  skipping rope terhadap kelincahan shadow 6 titik, dibuktikan dengan diperoleh nilai sig 0,000<0.05 pada latihan shuttle run dan nilai sig 0,003<0.05 pada latihan skipping rope. Latihan shuttle run memiliki kelebihan dalam efektivitas untuk meningkatkan kelincahan shadow 6 titik dengan diperoleh nilai mean 2.29>1.43 dari latihan skipping rope.
SURVEI TINGKAT KEBUGARAN JASMANI PEMAIN SSB KARLOS MALANG USIA 15 TAHUN
Authors: Shofan Nailahya Arriza , Adi Sapto , Raharjo Slamet
Published: July 2022

Peneliti mempunyai tujuan menilai tingkat kebugaran jasmani para pemain sekolah sepak bola SSB Karlos Malang yang berusia 15 tahun dengan instrumen tes TKJI kategori umur 13-15 tahun. Peneliti menggunakan jenis penelitian deskriptif kuantitatif mrnggunakan teknik survei. Hasil dari tes TKJI yang dilakukan pada 15 subjek menunjukkan bahwa terdapat 0 (0%) subjek yang masuk dalam kategori “Kurang Sekali”, 10 (67%) pemain masuk dalam kategori “Kurang”, 5 (53%) pemain masuk dalam kategori “Sedang”, 0 (0%) pemain masuk dalam kategori “Baik”, 0 (0%) pemain masuk dalam kategori “Baik Sekali”. Peneliti menyimpulkan tingkat kebugaran jasmani para pemain SSB Karlos yang berusia 15 tahun masuk kategori “Kurang” dan memiliki rata-rata nilai sebesar 13,7
6th Symposium Formal Methods in Architecture - Book of Abstracts
Authors: Lizancos Mora Plácido , Leite Viana David , Morais Fraknlim , Vieira Vaz Jorge
Published: July 2022

The lnternational Symposium Formal Methods in Architecture searches to contribute to the debate in the fields of Architecture and Urbanism on the application of new formal methods to emerging societal and technical questions. lt focuses on methodological advanees based on new developments emerging from collaborative work with the Mathematics and Computer Sciences, applied to Architecture and Urbanism with various levels of abstraction and formalisation. The aim of the symposium is to discuss, disseminate and promote the use of formal methods in the creation of new explicit languages far problem-solving in Architecture and Urbanism. The symposium is meant far architects, urban planners, landscape designers, civil engineers, computer scientists and students of these fields.
The effect of community-based empowerment program for young adults on social networks, sense of community, and subjective well-being
Authors:   center for social welfare research yonsei university, Park Jung Min , Lee Hwiyoung , Choi Sungsook , Lee Youjin
Published: July 2022

This study aims to examine the effect of community-based empowerment program for young adults on their social networks, sense of community, and subjective well-being. A mixed-methods approach was used to answer the research questions. A difference-in-differences design was applied to analyze survey data of 635 cases collected in 2019 and 2021. A qualitative study was based on 15 in-depth interviews of program participants and a focus group of staff in various community-based agencies. The results of a difference-in-differences method demonstrate that program has significantly increased young adults’ sense of community and subjective well-being. The effect was greater for those residing in the community where the program was implemented than those commuting from nearby communities. Qualitative analyses of in-depth interviews show that program participation has contributed to enriching young adults’ social networks, increasing affection and the sense of belonging to the community, and strengthening community empowerment. Policy and practice implications of the findings were discussed
The Improvement of Growth, Water Relations, and Oxidative Reduction of Pistachio Rootstock in Drought Stress Conditions with Beta-Aminobutyric Acid Pretreatment
Authors: Karimi Soheil , Shokri Maryam
Published: July 2022

Environmental stresses are inevitable during the plant growth. The β-aminobutyric acid (BABA) induces systemic resistance in plants. The efficiency of BABA pretreatments (0.5 and 10 mM) in inducing drought tolerance in the ‘Akbari’ pistachio rootstock in controlled environmental conditions was investigated. The BABA solutions were sprayed three times every two days on pistachio seedlings at the 15-leaf stage. Subsequently, the irrigation of plants was withheld for 25 days, and the effects of BABA pretreatments on the growth, water relations, and oxidative damage indices in plants were investigated. The BABA pretreatments prevented the reduction of shoot dry and fresh mass under a drought stress by inhibiting the leaf abscission and maintaining the relative water content. Owing to the leaf abscission, leaf water potential and turgidity of drought-stressed plants were similar to the control plants. However, the measurement of osmotic potential indicated that the BABA pretreatments improved turgor potential in leaves of the drought-stressed plants by inducing osmotic regulation. A declined membrane stability index and chlorophylls, as well as the malondialdehyde accumulation in line with the hydrogen peroxide accumulation in the leaves, indicated the development of oxidative damage under drought. Still, the BABA pretreatment restricted the severity of oxidative damages. In this regard, a 5 mM BABA pretreatment was the most effective one in the anti-drought plant protection.
Intercropping in Walnut Orchards – Assessing the Toxicity of Walnut Leaf Litter on Barley and Maize Germination and Seedlings Growth
Authors: Žalac Helena , Herman Goran , Lisjak Miroslav , Teklić Tihana , Ivezić Vladimir
Published: July 2022

Intercropping arable crops between tree rows has proven to be a great alternative to conventional agriculture in terms of food production sustainability and climate change adaptation. However, close interactions between species in these systems sometimes yield adverse allelopathic effects. In this study, the possibility of intercropping barley and maize in the walnut orchard was investigated in terms of walnut leaf litter toxicity. Leaves from 15 and 30 years old walnut trees were used to prepare water extracts out of freshly fallen leaves and soil with leaves decomposed within. Barley and maize seeds were germinated in these extracts using between paper towels method. Fresh leaf litter extracts slightly reduced barley germination but significantly inhibited both barley and maize seedlings’ growth. The extract from older walnut tree leaves had the most severe toxic effect, and seedlings shoot was more sensitive than root for both species. A significant correlation was observed between extracts pH and seedlings lengths, suggesting the hydrogen-induced injury to the root, which consequently influenced growth. Decomposed leaf litter extract had a promotional effect on barley and maize germination and growth, which shows that appropriate walnut litter management could improve the performance of intercropped walnut systems.
Two years of COVID-19: Challenges, opportunities and the way forward
Authors: Sharma Parul , Chauhan Gopal
Published: July 2022

Coronavirus has caused many outbreaks in the past. Two major outbreaks reported are SARS-CoV in China in the year 2003 and MERS-CoV in 2012 in the Middle East. The present outbreak of SARS-CoV-2 originated from a seafood market in Wuhan city of China in December 2019 with most common manifestation of atypical pneumonia. WHO declared it as a pandemic on 11th March 2020. Many newer strains of the virus have been identified so far and multiple diagnostic and therapeutic interventions have been tried to contain the spread. This virus is mutating very fast and causing huge loss of human lives and economy. Keeping in view the limited knowledge of the disease, it becomes necessary to take all protective measures to overcome the current pandemic and to prepare strategies to mitigate the future challenges.
MLVSS / MLSS ratio’s standard value obtained from different aeration tank samples of different capacity sewage treatment plant - A case study
Authors: Govindaraju Ranadive Ananth , Parivallal Gayathri , Nagalingam Arun , Devarajan Sumitha
Published: July 2022

Waste water treatment system plays a vital role in controlling pollution of natural water bodies like lake, pond, river etc., by Municipal and Industrial effluents. Different industrial effluents play its own role in contaminating the water bodies which in turn creates huge impact for aquatic and terrestrial life. From past studies we understood that, all the sewage treatment systems have a secondary treatment step which are mainly driven by Bacterial oxidation or in other terms can be pronounced as Biological augmentation, Biological calcification etc., In environmental engineering term this bacterial growth will be pronounced as MLSS (Mixed Liquor Suspended Solids) and MLVSS (Mixed Liquor Volatile Suspended Solids). MLVSS will be an inclusive part of the MLSS and also can be sorted as live bacterial cells which can really does the oxidation process in the secondary treatment step of Sewage treatment plant. Hence, this study was performed to evaluate the percentage or concentration of MLVSS available in the total value of MLSS. For this study aeration tank water samples were collected from 6 different STP capacities from 6 different areas. All the samples were tested for MLSS and MLVSS concentration with the available standard method of drying. Drying with 105° C in oven gives the value of MLSS and drying with 550° C in furnace gives the value of MLVSS. With all the tested samples the concentration of MLVSS from the total MLSS was evaluated and standardized.
Algunas reflexiones, desde las humanidades, sobre el consumo de sustancias psicoactivas
Authors: Botero Bernal Andrés
Published: July 2022

En este ensayo se sostienen tres puntos. El primero es que el tema de las drogas merece una reflexión más allá de lo que nos dicen la sociedad telemática y los empresarios morales. En este sentido, se recuerda que en todas las culturas han existido drogas, que en ciertas culturas algunas drogas son prohibidas y que sobre dichas drogas y sus consumidores recae una doble estigmatización: adicción y (auto)destrucción. El segundo punto es nuestra propuesta concreta para reducir la violencia criminal en Latinoamérica, que consiste en (i) despenalizar el consumo y el tráfico (por lo menos el menor) de drogas; (ii) eliminar la prohibición legal del consumo y el tráfico (por lo menos el menor) de drogas, salvo casos donde el consumo o el tráfico puedan afectar derechos legítimos de terceros; y (iii) suprimir la doble estigmatización que recae sobre el consumo en general y sobre los adictos en especial, lo que supone una sociedad civil más reflexiva sobre las drogas, principalmente sobre lo que hay detrás de la famosa lucha contra las drogas, etcétera. El tercer punto gira en torno a cómo las propuestas de eliminar la prohibición deben enfrentarse al discurso hegemónico de los empresarios morales, para lo cual se pone como ejemplo lo que sucedió en Colombia con la Sentencia C-221 de 1994, mediante la cual la Corte Constitucional dio un paso importante en el camino hacia la despenalización del consumo de drogas; esta Sentencia originó reacciones aireadas de los empresarios morales al punto de reformar la Constitución para mantener vivo el régimen de la prohibición.
Estado del arte: formación democrática en Colombia desde la enseñanza de la Filosofía
Authors: Berrio Peña Arlex
Published: July 2022

El presente artículo de revisión construye un estado del arte sobre el papel de la enseñanza de la filosofía y su incidencia en la formación democrática de la educación formal para niños en Colombia. El mismo se interesa por rastrear investigaciones y referentes nacionales e internacionales que se preocupan por conocer la realidad en la que se encuentra la enseñanza de la filosofía y sus aportes a la educación para la democracia. Se ha podido identificar que la filosofía permite cumplir el derecho fundamental que tiene toda persona a formarse para pensar libremente. Por otro lado, hay países que han desvinculado la filosofía de la formación, aunque hay otros que optan por mantenerla, porque reconocen sus beneficios en la constitución de sociedades democráticas. Para no repetir este panorama, se proponen cambios en las prácticas pedagógicas para su enseñanza y una mayor conexión con la realidad de los niños. En Colombia, la enseñanza de la filosofía ha quedado relegada al aprendizaje tradicional de conceptos, teorías, historia y lectoescritura. Frente a su incidencia en la formación democrática, existen prácticas pedagógicas que no permiten alcanzar los objetivos formativos que se pretenden desde la escuela.
Investigation of Dynamic Mechanical Behavior of Nanosilica Filled Carbon-Kevlar-Epoxy Polymer Hybrid Nanocomposite
Authors: Gopalakrishnamurthy Pranesh K , Sandur Channabasavaraj
Published: July 2022

Reinforcement of epoxy-carbon-Kevlar fabric composite with the addition of nanosilica has resulted in the evolution of new hybrid polymer nanocomposite, which results in the improved mechanical properties of polymer hybrid nanocomposite. The current investigation concentrated on the dynamic mechanical behavior of unfilled and nanosilica filled carbon-Kevlar-epoxy polymer composite with five and four layers of carbon and Kevlar woven fibers respectively with epoxy matrix (5C4K). Nanosilica was mixed into the epoxy at different weight percentages (wt.%) of 0, 0.5, 1.0, and 1.5. The laminates were fabricated using the vacuum-assisted resin infusion moulding (VARIM) technique. The dynamic mechanical properties, storage modulus, loss modulus, damping factor (tan delta), and glass transition temperature was investigated using a dynamic-mechanical analyzer at temperature ranging from 25 to 165 degrees Celsius. The test specimens were prepared in accordance with the ASTM D4065 standard to investigate dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) of the hybrid polymer nanocomposite. The results of the tested specimens for dynamic mechanical behaviors of carbon-Kevlar-epoxy hybrid nanocomposites are very much influenced by the presence of nanosilica. The storage modulus, loss modulus for nanosilica added hybrid polymer composites were more than the unfilled ones and the damping factor (tan delta) was observed more in an unfilled composite.
Valorisation of Industrial Soda-Lime Glass Waste and Its Effect on the Rheological Behavior, Physical-Mechanical and Structural Properties of Sanitary Ceramic Vitreous Bodies
Authors: Boulaiche Khaled , Boudeghdegh Kamel , Haddad Sofiane , Roula Abdelmalek , Alioui Hichem
Published: July 2022

In this study, the effect of substitution of feldspar by soda-lime glass waste (SLGW), on rheological behavior, thermal, physical-mechanical and structural properties of sanitary-ware vitreous china (VC) bodies, has been evaluated. The findings show a positive effect on the rheological behavior of the slip, to viscosity, thixotropy, density and casting process. Indeed, during the firing stage at 1230°C, the use of 20 wt. % of SLGW in the composition of VC bodies, improved Bulk density (2 to 2.52 g/cm3), reduced water absorption (0.35 to 0.02%), and increased flexural strength (33 to 51 MPa). The fired samples were characterized using X-ray diffraction, SEM and FTIR analysis; results indicate that Mullite and Quartz are the major phases, with a little presence of anorthite phase formed by SLGW additions. From TGA/DTG analysis, it was found that the use of SLGW (15 wt. %) reduces mass loss of VC bodies (8.83 to 8.53%). These positive results open new horizons for using this waste, as a sound environmental, technological and economic solution.
El proceso de globalización económica y los actuales movimientos populistas
Authors: Lascurain Fernández Mauricio
Published: July 2022

El artículo tiene como objetivo conocer las causas del resurgimiento global del populismo y su relación con el actual proceso de globalización económica. A través de un análisis de los textos más relevantes sobre el tema, se argumenta que el mundo ha experimentado cambios significativos en la forma en que se intercambian los bienes y servicios, en la gestión del sistema internacional y en las formas de gobernar. A partir de la caída del socialismo, se estableció el libre mercado y la democracia como sistema de gobierno en gran parte del mundo, quedando atrás los viejos sistemas de carácter populista. No obstante, conforme avanza la globalización, resurgen en todo el mundo movimientos y gobiernos populistas que cuestionan abiertamente al fenómeno globalizador y sus resultados. La actual globalización presenta una profunda crisis en tres niveles principales: la desigualdad en la distribución de la riqueza, el desgaste de la democracia representativa y el aumento de las brechas sociales. Lo que facilita el entorno social para la apropiación de discursos radicales y binarios propios del populismo. El presente artículo hace un análisis sobre las consecuencias inherentes que tiene la globalización económica en detrimento de la democracia.
Guidelines for Upgrading One Tambon One Product to Create Competitive Opportunities in the Digital Economy
Authors: Grodgangunt Sumalee , Lata Pannarai , Silpcharu Thanin
Published: July 2022

In organizations, the guidelines of upgrading One Tambon One Product (OTOP) can be applied by taking it on the action plan’s agenda in building steady and explicit operational targets, and to create a solid base in terms of creating competitive opportunities. A mixed method research design was adopted for this study. The quantitative data was collected by questionnaires from 500 small business entrepreneurs on four variables: resource preparation, alliance collaboration, product development, and competitive advantage. The qualitative research design used the In-depth interview technique to collect data from nine experts, identified through purposive sampling method, and divided into three groups of equal size comprising 3 members: a group of successful business entrepreneurs, a group of government leaders and related agencies and a group of academics The study found that the element of resource preparation created competitive opportunities in the digital economy through transparent leadership; alliance collaboration made a collaboration arrangement with other companies; product development expanded the idea to be concrete; and competitive advantage kept individuals with expertise and experience with the company. The study recommends improving the model by considering the Modification Indices obtained from the packaged program with theoretical academic principles and eliminating some improper observational variables.
Application of Suture Material Impregnated with Miramistin in Diffuse Peritonitis: Experimental-Clinical Justification
Authors: Sukovatykh Boris Semenovich , Mosolova Anastasia Viktorovna , Zatolokina Maria Alekseevna , Dubonos Alexandr Anatolyevich , Zhukovsky Valery Aleksandrovich , Anuschenko Tatiana Yurievna
Published: July 2022

Introduction. In diffuse peritonitis, the incidence of intestinal suture incompetence ranges from 5 to 15%, and suppuration of the surgical wound from 15% to 30%.
The aim of research was to study experimentally the course of the wound process in the intestinal wall in diffuse peritonitis using suture material impregnated with miramistin, and to evaluate the effect of this material on the incidence of intestinal suture failure and suppuration of surgical wounds in a surgical practice.
Materials and methods. The experimental study involved 192 male Wistar rats divided into 2 groups, 96 animals each; the clinical study involved 20 patients with traumatic intestinal tube wounds, who were also divided into 2 groups. Peritonitis was simulated by introducing 10% fecal suspension into the abdominal cavity. A laparotomy was performed in 24 hours, then the abdominal cavity was washed with sterile saline and a wound 1 cm long was performed in the colon wall. In animals of the first (control) group the wound was sutured with polyglycolide suture material without an antibacterial coating, in animals of the second (experimental) group the wound was sutured with polyglycolide suture material covered with polymer solution containing 20% Miramistin based on the polymer weight. In 10 patients of the first clinical group, intestinal wounds were sutured with similar suture materials without antibacterial coating, and the abdominal wall was sutured using interrupted stitches with lavsan suture materials. In 10 patients of the second group, wounds of the intestinal tube and the abdominal wall were sutured with suture materials impregnated with 20% Miramistin.
Results. In animals of the first group, the pronounced phase of inflammation of the intestinal wall lasted 7 days, inflammation subsided and start of the proliferative phase was recorded in 14 days, restriction of the intestinal suture by the connective tissue elements was registered in 21 days of the experiment. In animals of the second group, the phase of inflammation lasted 3 days, the proliferative phase ended in 7 days, restriction of the intestinal suture by the new connective tissue with complete restoration of the architectonics of the intestinal wall was recorded in 14 days. In patients of the first clinical group, intestinal suture failure developed in 2 patients (20%), and surgical wound suppuration - in 4 patients (40%) with one lethal outcome. Inpatients of the second clinical group, intestinal suture failure, deaths and suppuration of surgical wounds were not registered.
Conclusion. The use of suture material impregnated with polymer solution containing 20% miramistin by the polymer weight in peritonitis was pathogenetically justified to be effective.
An Infected Wound Simulation in Rats with Long-Term Diabetes Mellitus
Authors: Kulikova Anna Borisovna , Kochetova Lyudmila Viktorovna , Khapilina Elena Alekseevna
Published: July 2022

Introduction. The prevalence of infected wounds of the lower extremities combined with type II diabetes mellitus is 4-5 patients per 1000 population in industrialised countries. There is a steady trend towards an increase in this group of patients. It is necessary to study and evaluate the effectiveness of new treatment methods of purulent-necrotic complications in patients with diabetes mellitus complicated by diabetic foot syndrome (DFS). The aim of study was to simulate a long-term diabetes mellitus and an infected wound.Materials and methods. The article presents a technique for long-term diabetes mellitus (DM) and an infected wound simulation in long-term diabetes mellitus (DM) in Wistar rats. Long-term DM was simulated based on the technique described in the author's patent of the Russian Federation No. 2735708, 2020. Diabetes mellitus was simulated in 120 animals. The infected wound was simulated in 30 Wistar rats with alloxon-remaxol-induced long-term DM and in 5 healthy animals. Results. Blood sugar in animals with diabetes mellitus was significantly higher compared to animals in the control group. A consistently high level of sugars throughout the experiment evidenced presence of DM in animals of the second and third groups. In 7 days of the experiment, an infected wound with histological signs of an infected wound was formed in the rats.Conclusion. The effectiveness of remaxol application as a hepatoprotector and antioxidant in of alloxone DM simulation has been evidenced; this allows simulating the disorder with consistently high sugars and prolong life of experimental animals for the period necessary to fulfill scientific tasks set in the experiment.