bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Correlation of SARS-Cov2 viral load with severity of COVID-19 disease in pregnant women at term: an observational study
Authors: Batra Sapna , Malhotra Anuradha , Oberoi Loveena , Singh Kamal Deep , Mohindroo Babica
Published: September 2023

Background: COVID-19 disease raised global health concerns especially for the pregnant women who are more susceptible to respiratory viral illnesses due to their bodily immunological and physiological changes to accommodate the foetus. The aim of the study is to evaluate the relationship between the SARS-CoV 2 specific RdRp gene Ct values ​​and the severity of the COVID-19 disease in SARS-CoV2 positive pregnant women at term.
Methods: A retrospective cohort study was conducted in the Department of Microbiology, Government Medical College, Amritsar on a subset of 46 COVID-19 positive, ante natal mothers, who presented in the labour room for delivery from August 2020 to January 2022.
Results: A cohort of 4.8% (46/949) women tested positive in the RT-PCR test for viral RNA. Average age of the group was 25.5years and 89.1% were asymptomatic. 10.9% women reported mild symptoms and 95% had no pre-existing co morbidities. Obstetric complications like premature rupture of membranes were 4.3%, pre-term births 17.33%. Miscarriage and IUD was recorded in 4.34% and 2.17% patients respectively. When compared to values seen in symptomatic women with fever (Ct 25.8), dyspnoea (Ct 28.7), and respiratory distress (Ct 29.1), the mean Ct value reported in asymptomatic women (27.49 SD+5.4) was identical. SARS-CoV2 was not present in any newborns. Despite 24% having low birth weights for their gestational ages, 93% of babies were asymptomatic.
Conclusions: The severity of the COVID-19 illness did not correspond with the SARS CoV2 virus RdRp gene Ct levels. The presence of SARS-CoV2 did not appear to independently cause poor maternal and new-born outcomes.
Paediatric hereditary coproporphyria: a diagnostic challenge
Authors: Doshi Anoushka A. , Nelekar Shruti B.
Published: September 2023

Hereditary coproporphyria (HCP) is a hepatic porphyria, presenting with acute attacks of neurovisceral symptoms. We present a case of a young girl presenting with abdominal pain and vomiting episodes starting with menses. She also had severe hyponatremia and seizures. Laboratory investigations including urine and fecal protoporphyrin were negative, 10% dextrose solution and sodium level correction with supportive treatment was given. With this treatment her condition significantly improved but she presented again after a month with similar complaints at the time of her menses. Genetic testing was done and diagnosis of HCP was made. It can be concluded that considering Porphyrias in the differential diagnosis for repeat episodes of unexplained abdominal pain can help initiate early treatment and prevent complications.
Chwasty w polskiej kulturze ludowej
Authors: Prorok Katarzyna
Published: September 2023

Celem artykułu jest zrekonstruowanie językowo-kulturowego obrazu chwastów w polskiej tradycji ludowej. Analiza bogatego materiału źródłowego zgromadzonego w kartotece Słownika stereotypów i symboli ludowych pokazuje, że obraz chwastów jest niejednorodny. Z jednej strony jako rośliny dzikie, zagłuszające rośliny uprawne były symbolami bezużyteczności, szkodliwości, przypisywano im pochodzenie diabelskie i na różne sposoby starano się je zlikwidować. Z drugiej strony miały też pewne zastosowania praktyczne, obrzędowe, magiczne i lecznicze, np. chaber, mak, kąkol czy powój wykorzystywano jako ozdoby, pleciono z nich wianki, robiono bukiety; lebioda, pokrzywa i młode liście ostu stanowiły pożywienie głodowe; herbatą z perzu leczono żółtaczkę, a kłujący oset i parzące pokrzywy kładziono na progu, by zabezpieczyć się przed czarownicami. Ta wielość funkcji znalazła odzwierciedlenie w kategoryzacji wymienionych roślin – dana roślina uznawana przez rolnika za szkodliwy chwast mogła być równocześnie uznawana za kwiat i wykorzystywana w celach ozdobnych lub też za zioło, gdy stosowano ją w praktykach leczniczych czy magicznych.
Émergence de sens multiples dans le discours : sur l’exemple des structures lexico-syntaxiques des slogans
Authors: Hajok Alicja , Miladi Lidia
Published: September 2023

Cette étude se situe à l’interface entre l’analyse du discours, la pragmatique et la syntaxe. Elle a pour objectif de montrer l’existence de multiples interprétations du signifiant linguistique dans les slogans. L’analyse des slogans dans notre étude fait ressortir d’une part, le caractère intensif des structures lexico-syntaxiques partagées par les slogans relevant de la publicité verte et sociale, et d’autre part, l’existence du potentiel interprétatif du signifiant linguistique, en corrélation avec le signifiant iconique dans les slogans. Outre la modalité, le choix de certains éléments linguistiques ainsi que les effacements en surface sont source d’implicite et font émerger l’apparition de sens multiples, et donc de la face cachée du slogan, comparable à celle d’un iceberg.
The Psychological Basis of Shaping the Mathematical Competences of Students (9th Grade) in Education Ukrainian Language
Authors: Artemenko Liubov
Published: September 2023

The article examines the psychological foundations of Ukrainian language learning. The psychological components that ensure students master a dynamic combination of mathematical and communicative skills, ways of thinking and a number of characteristics (memory, attention, perception, imagination, self-improvement, decision-making) for comprehensive personal development are outlined. The main skills (analysis, argumentation, comparison, generalization, abstraction, specification, etc.) that influence the success of basic education students in learning the Ukrainian language are highlighted.
Znaczenie uczenia się w codzienności (przed)szkolnej „z” innymi i „od” innych dla profesjonalnej samorealizacji nauczyciela
Authors: Szymczak Joanna
Published: September 2023

Artykuł przedstawia model rozwijania refleksyjności nauczycieli w odniesieniu do codzienności (przed)szkolnej jako konstrukt teoretyczny, sprzyjający projektowaniu spotkań w ramach sieci współpracy i samokształcenia. Ukazuje go jako  przestrzeń kulturową dla rozmyślania, rozważania połączonego z analizą, wyjaśnianiem, tłumaczeniem czy przewidywaniem. Akcentuje również jego znaczenie dla rozwijania zdolności uczenia się transformatywnego, którego określone aspekty zostały odkryte w poddanym analizie materiale empirycznym. Codzienność (przed)szkolną ujmuje on jako źródło sytuacji edukacyjnych, motywujących nauczyciela do budowania świadomości bycia profesjonalistą. Inspiracją do stworzenia ramy konstrukcyjnej tekstu była samorealizacja rozumiana przez pryzmat założeń racjonalności emancypacyjnej.
Poszukiwanie informacji w hierarchii ważności działań dzieci i młodzieży w świecie ICT – w opinii uczniów i nauczycieli (raport z badań)
Authors: Baron-Polańczyk Eunika
Published: September 2023

Artykuł przedstawia fragment badań diagnostyczno-korelacyjnych o charakterze ilościowo-‑jakościowym, ustalających kompetencje informacyjne uczniów w zakresie wykorzystywania metod i narzędzi ICT (Information and Communication Technology). Poszukuje odpowiedzi na pytanie określające częstość korzystania przez dzieci i młodzież z ICT (hierarchię ważności działań) w obszarze poszukiwania informacji. Zastosowano metodę sondażu diagnostycznego (ankietę i wywiad) oraz metody statystyczne. Zbadano 2510 uczniów i 1110 nauczycieli. Ustalono, że: 1) według zagregowanej hierarchii ważności działań, uczniowie nadali bardzo dużą wagę poszukiwaniu informacji (miejsce drugie), a nauczyciele dużą wagę (miejsce trzecie); 2) istnieje związek (korelacja: słaba, ujemna, negatywna – r @ -0,06) pomiędzy opinią uczniów a spostrzeżeniami nauczycieli, co do częstości korzystania przez dzieci i młodzież z instrumentów ICT w celu poszukiwania informacji; 3) obliczenia wykazały istotne różnice statystyczne pomiędzy częstością korzystania przez dzieci i młodzież z ICT w obszarze poszukiwania informacji a płcią i etapem kształcenia uczniów; 4) zauważalny jest niewielki rozdźwięk między opinią uczniów a nauczycieli, niepokojące „odseparowanie” świata dzieci i młodzieży („My”) od świata nauczycieli („Oni”).
3D Lomax rays and its application for acoustic wavefield simulation in complex media
Authors: Neklyudov D. A. , Protasov M. I.
Published: September 2023

We present a simple and robust approach for calculating frequency-dependent rays in three dimensional media. The proposed method simulates propagation of locally plane fragment of a wavefront. Ray properties depends on velocity distribution in some sub-volume around the ray and on wavelength in each point. Numerical experiment demonstrates the applicability of the proposed method to calculate travel-times and ray-based acoustic wavefields in complex 3D environments with the presence of slat intrusion.
Driving factors for the installation of mini and micro rural distributed generation systems: economic analysis – a case study in Piauí, Brazil
Authors: Silva Osvaldo Augusto Vasconcelos de Oliveira Lopes da , Morais Fabrício Higo Monturil de , Lopes Wilza Gomes Reis , Lira Marcos Antônio Tavares
Published: September 2023

The agricultural sector has a low representation in the Brazilian energy mix and in terms of distributed generation systems installed in rural areas. However, this sector represents a large portion of the gross domestic product. This work proposes an approach for identifying the driving factors for inserting mini and micro distributed generation systems in the agricultural sector. A methodology was developed based on a territorial approach, using indicators in Piauí to determine the major factors that drive its installation. It is observed that the main driving factor for rural microsystems is the total irrigated area of agricultural establishments. As for mini rural systems, the main driving factor is the average area of agricultural enterprises. In addition, it is reasonable to state that the proposed methodology applies to other states, from a regional and national perspective, as well as to other types of consumers.
Bringing to light a new energy path: the case of the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil
Authors: Ribeiro Ana Pimenta
Published: September 2023

In Brazil, more than 55% of the energy comes from hydroelectricity, making the system highly vulnerable in the context of global climate change, with precipitation and temperature shifts over the years. Characterised by its multiple opportunities in sources and conversion technologies for energy, biomass has a high potential to become responsible for a relevant share of the renewable energy supply. Previous studies on biomass energy production in Brazil confirm promising results. This paper highlights possibilities for biomass power generation in Minas Gerais State. To estimate energy productivity, a Sustainable Technical Coefficient was adopted: a conservative index that considers the portion of residues that could be used to maintain the integrity of the soil. This index was applied with the data on silviculture and selected crop yields. The local energy demand was also calculated and compared to the potential energy production. Results show that 78% of the municipalities could have their basic energy needs and 18% of the demand for productive uses met by crop residues and silviculture production. For the state of Minas Gerais, with its tradition of agriculture, biomass residual energy is viable and should be considered by policymakers.
Recognizing Early Warning Signs of Acute Hypertensive Crisis of the Postpartum Mother: An Important Role for Neonatal Nurses
Authors: Fant Melanie , Rhoads Sarah , Tucker Janet
Published: September 2023

A delay in detecting acute hypertensive crisis in postpartum mothers can exacerbate complications in the mother. Neonatal nurses are uniquely qualified to identify postpartum warning signs in mothers while they are in the NICU with their infants. Few research studies have explored the use of neonatal nurse screenings for acute hypertensive crisis in postpartum mothers. NICU nurses screening mothers for postpartum depression has yielded success in improving outcomes, and this model could be translated into screening for acute hypertensive crisis. Further education should be implemented for NICU nurses that include a review of adult blood pressure monitoring, early warning signs, and symptoms of preeclampsia that the mother should report. This article discusses the importance of the neonatal nurse’s role in identifying early warning signs of maternal postpartum hypertensive crisis.
The Impact of Saltwater Intrusion on Rice Cultivation and Aquaculture in Ham Tan Commune, Tra Cu District, Tra Vinh Province, Mekong Delta, Vietnam
Authors: Hoa Le Thi
Published: September 2023

This article discusses the impact of saltwater intrusion on rice cultivation and aquaculture in Ham Tan commune, Tra Cu District, Tra Vinh Province, Mekong Delta, Vietnam. Based on 15 in-depth interviews and sociological surveys conducted in Ham Tan commune, Tra Cu District, Tra Vinh Province, the article highlights the main findings. Firstly, rice cultivation and aquaculture in Ham Tan are multidimensionally affected by the negative impacts of saltwater intrusion. Secondly, saltwater intrusion reduces crop yields and decreases the area available for rice cultivation. It also increases labor days and investment costs in rice production. Thirdly, saltwater intrusion decreases the productivity of aquaculture. In fact, a significant number of households engaged in aquaculture experienced complete losses due to saltwater intrusion.
Language, Religion and Culture as Tools for Peaceful Co-Existence: A Case Study of South-Western Nigeria
Authors: Ajibade Mufuliat Iyabode , Komolafe-Johnson Comfort Bukola , Issah Jimoh Atolagbe
Published: September 2023

Nigeria and the world at large has experienced series of conflicts which have led to killing of innocent citizens and wanton destruction of valuable properties. Despite all efforts made at proffering solutions to conflicts and violence, Nigeria is yet to achieve the intended resolution. This paper focuses on investigating the use of language, religion and culture in generating a peaceful co-existence among the people of south-western Nigeria. In this research article, it was uncovered that the intended peak of conflict resolution in Nigeria is yet unattained. The research article was based on social exclusion theory and adopted a survey research design. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data from a total of 180 respondents. Data were analyzed with the use of descriptive statistics. It is expected that the research article will help Nigerians to resolve their internal conflict through the appropriate use of language, culture and religion.
Petrographic and Geochemical Characteristics of the Djabatoure Massif Metamagmatites from the Pan-African Orogen in Central Togo, West Africa
Authors: Malibida Kpanzou Sarakawa Abalo , Alayi Gnanwasou , Agbossoumondé Yao , Tairou Mahaman Sani , González-Jiménez José María , Garcia-Casco Antonio
Published: September 2023

The Dahomeyide orogen, in Togo and adjoining parts of southeast Ghana and Benin, represents the suture of West Africa Craton (WAC) into northwest Gondwana. The suture zone corresponds to a narrow and lithologically diverse area with high pressure granulite complexes. The Djabatoure massif, located in the central part of Togo, belongs to the suture zone. The aim of this paper is to present the petrographic and geochemical characteristics of the Djabatoure massif in order to better understand the geodynamic evolution of the Dahomeyide belt in Togo. The methodology implemented is based on a synthesis of previous works, a petrographic study of 20 thin sections, and a geochemical study through discrimination diagrams of 15 rock samples. Results show that the Djabatoure massif is composed of granulites, pyroxenites, amphibolites, talcschists and gneisses. These rocks were equilibrated under granulite facies conditions and subsequently partially retrogressed to the amphibolite facies. The Djabatoure massif rocks also display tholeiitic affinity, enriched LREE, and negative anomalies in Nb, Zr and Ti; all these characteristics indicate subduction zone magmtism. These features are consistent with protoliths of tholeiites, N-MORB, and volcanic arc basalts affinities. The Djabatoure massif rocks were emplaced in an oceanic environment and likely originated  from a metasomatized mantle.
Production du Mil [Pennisetum glaucum (L.) R. Br.] sur des Sols Enrichis par la Boue Résiduaire, la Fumure Bovine et l’Engrais Chimique NPK
Authors: Siddo Ibrahim Soumaïla , Adamou Mahaman Moustapha , Guisso Maïga Djibril Idrissa , Barage Moussa , Kourido Mahamadou Boubacar
Published: September 2023

La croissance rapide de la population, l’augmentation des besoins en aliment et la perte de la fertilité des sols agricoles amènent à réfléchir sur les moyens alternatifs de production durable. La boue résiduaire issue de l’usine de traitement d’eau potable de Goudel (Niamey), eu égard à sa richesse en élément fertilisant, a été testée sur la culture de mil [Pennisetum glaucum (L.) R. Br.]. Le dispositif expérimental utilisé est un bloc complet randomisé composé de trois répétitions et huit traitements. Cinq traitements avec des doses croissantes de boues, un traitement de fumure bovine, un traitement d’engrais chimique (NPK_15-15-15) et un traitement témoin sans apport. Les paramètres mesurés sont la Hauteur des tiges, la longueur des épis, le diamètre des tiges et des épis, la biomasse, le nombre d’épis et le rendement en graines. Les résultats de cette étude comparative montrent que les rendements en grains obtenus avec la boue comme matière fertilisante sont supérieurs (66,87%) à ceux obtenus sur les sols non amendés. Ils montrent également que la dose de boue B3 a permis de concilier les meilleurs rendements en grain et en biomasse de mil, il est de ce fait considérer comme le meilleur traitement dans le cadre d’une valorisation de ces boues en culture pluviale. 

 

Rapid population growth, increasing food requirements, and the loss of fertility in agricultural soils are prompting reflection on alternative means of sustainable production. Waste sludge from the Goudel drinking water treatment plant (Niamey) was tested on millet [Pennisetum glaucum (L.) R. Br.], given its richness in fertilizing elements. The experimental set-up used was a randomized complete block with three replicates and eight treatments. Five treatments with increasing doses of sludge, one treatment of bovine manure, one treatment of chemical fertilizer (NPK_15-15-15), and one control treatment with no input. The parameters measured were stem height, ear length, stem and ear diameter, biomass, number of ears, and seed yield. The results of this comparative study show that grain yields obtained with sludge as fertilizer are higher (66.87%) than those obtained on unamended soils. They also show that the B3 sludge dose was able to reconcile the best grain and millet biomass yields, and is therefore considered the best treatment for rainfed sludge utilization.
“Hablar no es declarar"
Authors: Eilbaum Lucia
Published: September 2023

En este artículo busco, a partir de observaciones de audiencias referidas a la declaración del imputado y de entrevistas con defensores públicos, abogados, fiscales y jueces, analizar las representaciones y explicaciones de los agentes judiciales sobre la decisión de declarar o de permanecer en silencio en la etapa de investigación penal. A partir de ese material busco evidenciar cómo la decisión de declarar, o no, refleja evaluaciones por parte de los agentes judiciales y de los abogados sobre la naturaleza inquisitiva del proceso, sobre el papel de la defensa y sobre la clasificación y percepción acerca de los propios imputados. A partir de esas dimensiones, mi argumento es que la verdad en una causa penal se produce en gran parte a partir de la convicción de los agentes sobre ciertas versiones que pasan a ser consideradas por ellos como verosímiles. En ese contexto, verdad y mentira se revelan en el quehacer judicial como categorías instrumentales y relativas.
FORMAÇÃO DOCENTE
Authors: Torres Maria Cecilia de Araujo Rodrigues
Published: September 2023

Este relato de experiência tem o objetivo de apresentar narrativas de si de bolsistas de um subprojeto PIBID/Música e de dialogar com colegas da área que atuaram e atuam como professores e/ou coordenadores de subprojetos PIBID em diferentes contextos escolares, no sentido de pensarmos as práticas pedagógicas musicais planejadas e realizadas nestes espaços no processo de formação docente. Foram selecionadas narrativas de Edelvais, Erva-doce e Azaléia, três bolsistas de iniciação à docência, que vão compondo uma teia de narrativas imbricadas com vivências/experiências docentes. O referencial teórico que subsidia estas reflexões está ancorado em autores dos campos da pesquisa (auto)biográfica, educação e educação musical tais como Passeggi, Bragança, Larrosa, Abreu, dentre outros.
O INFRAORDINÁRIO COMO MÉTODO INVESTIGATIVO EM ARTES VISUAIS
Authors: De Andrade Campos Bruno , Silva da Silva Mariana
Published: September 2023

Resumo: A pesquisa O infraordinário como método investigativo em artes visuais: o jardim como ateliê foi elaborada a partir do conceito criado pelo autor francês Georges Perec, infraordinário. Este artigo articula-se enquanto um relato da investigação e tem como objetivo apresentar as práticas investigativas em artes visuais baseadas no cotidiano envolvidas no processo. A proposta metodológica enfocou uma pesquisa acadêmica no campo das Poéticas Visuais, consistindo, assim, em leituras centradas nos campos das artes visuais, da filosofia e da sociologia, embasadas em práticas artísticas desenvolvidas por cada integrante da pesquisa, destacando-se como alicerce teórico, além de Perec, os estudos de Emanuele Coccia. O artigo agora apresentado, parte de anotações, fotografias, desenhos e mapas mentais, que relatam o desenvolvimento do processo poético, que acaba por realizar um olhar sobre o jardim como ateliê. As experiências artísticas foram produzidas em dois jardins específicos, em Cidade Anônima e em Cidade Anônima.

Palavras-chave: Infra-ordinário. Jardim. Ateliê.
PERFORMANCES E PLATAFORMAS
Authors: Sanguine Larissa
Published: September 2023

Este artigo discute a ideia de produção de conhecimento e legitimação científica das produções de performances artísticas feministas como produções de conhecimento outros, apoiados em vivências artísticas realizadas pela autora. A produção textual para essa reflexão propõe-se a um breve questionamento sobre as maneiras masculinizadas prenunciadas pelos balizamentos científicos do patriarcado.
CANTANDO PARA O BEBÊ ANTES DE SEU NASCIMENTO
Authors: Chaves Fabiane Araujo , Wolffenbüttel Cristina Rolim
Published: September 2023

Este artigo apresenta os resultados da pesquisa que investigou as práticas musicais na gestação, a partir dos relatos de mães participantes do projeto “Vivências Musicais para Bebês e Famílias”, ocorrido na Universidade Estadual do Rio Grande do Sul. Teve a abordagem qualitativa como metodologia e a pesquisa documental como método, sendo analisados os relatos das mães participantes. Os fundamentos teóricos incluíram conceitos de Educação e Educação Musical, com ênfase na cognição e na percepção musical na infância, particularmente com bebês. Como resultados, identificou-se que as principais canções entoadas durante a gestação foram infantis e religiosas. Percebeu-se que os bebês, no ventre materno, reagiram às canções, e que não são passivos a essas práticas, realizadas principalmente antes do adormecimento.
CONTEÚDOS SOBRE A DEFICIÊNCIA INTELECTUAL DISPONÍVEIS NA INTERNET
Authors: Caetano Mafezoni Andressa , Dambrozio Lourenço Nathasha , Santana Painaud Keyla
Published: September 2023

Este artigo apresenta conteúdos que se encontram na internet que tratam da deficiência intelectual. A pesquisa foi realizada nos sites Google Buscas e YouTube em âmbito brasileiro. Por meio de critérios prévios, foram selecionados conteúdos definidos como produções escritas e audiovisuais, respectivamente, que constituíram duas categorias de análise. Constatou-se que existe um tensionamento dos conteúdos e discursos online entre o modelo médico e o modelo social da deficiência, o que traz consequências sobre a compreensão, a prática pedagógica desenvolvida nas escolas e as experiências acadêmicas desses estudantes, apesar dos avanços legais em prol dos direitos educacionais e sociais das pessoas com deficiência intelectual.
EDITORIAL
Authors: Dal Bello Márcia Pessoa
Published: September 2023

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Knowledge Enhancement about Preventive Orthodontic Treatment for Malocclusion and Stunting in Elementary School Children after Community Empowerment
Authors: Nugraha Alexander Patera , Narmada Ida Bagus , Noor Tengku Natasha Eleena binti Tengku Ahmad
Published: September 2023

Background:  Nutritional insufficiency and stunting during infant growth and development also causes a delay in the ossification centers and may lead to poor skeletal and dental forms resulted in malocclusion. Early interceptive orthodontics can eliminate or reduce the severity of a developing malocclusion, the complexity of orthodontic treatment, the overall treatment time, and the cost. Proper oral and dental health knowledge and a favorable attitude toward oral and dental health are critical in preventing numerous dental issues such as malocclusion. Purpose: the aim of this community empowerment is to enhance the knowledge of preventive orthodontic treatment for malocclusion and stunting in elementary school children. Methods:  The data was collected at Miftahul Ulum Melirang's Madrasah Ibtidaiyah, or elementary school, in Melirang Village, Bungah District, Gresik, East Java. For the community empowerment program assessment, participants were requested to fill out a Google form for the pre- and post-test to identify the enhancement of knowledge about or preventative orthodontic treatment for malocclusion and stunting in primary school children. Results: The majority of the community empowerment participants understood the presentation on oral and dental health empowerment. The post-test percentage was greater (91.5%) than the pre-test rate (53.75%). Conclusion:  The dental and oral health empowerment program about preventive orthodontics, malocclusion, and stunting was effectively completed, enhancing the knowledge level of elementary school children.
Combination Calcium Hydroxide and Epigallocatechin-3-gallate in Dentistry: A Narrative Review
Authors: Hanifah Faza Aidah , Dian Pertiwi Nabila , Agustantina Titien Hary
Published: September 2023

Background: Pulp capping and pulpotomy are treatments for exposed pulp due to injury. Calcium hydroxide is the gold standard material in pulp capping and pulpotomy because it stimulates reparative dentin formation in exposed pulp. Calcium hydroxide has the disadvantage of causing chronic inflammation, cell necrosis, the formation of tunnel defects, and weak antibacterial properties against certain bacteria. Epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) is the main catechin component of green tea and has potent anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties against both gram-negative and positive bacteria. The addition of EGCG to calcium hydroxide has the potential to prevent chronic inflammation and improve the antibacterial properties of calcium hydroxide. Purpose: This review aims to explain the potential of the combination of calcium hydroxide and EGCG in dentistry. Review(s): EGCG has potent anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects against Enterococcus faecalis. The addition of EGCG to calcium hydroxide has the potential to reduce the inflammatory effect and improve the antibacterial properties of calcium hydroxide. Conclusion: This review concludes that the combination of calcium hydroxide and EGCG has the potential to reduce the inflammatory effect and promote the antibacterial effect of calcium hydroxide. Further research is needed to prove the potential of the combination of calcium hydroxide and EGCG in dentistry as a material for pulp capping and pulpotomy.
Factors relating to the low interest in intrauterine device contraceptive methods
Authors: Fatimatuzzahra Aza , Kurniawati Dini , Rahmawati Ira
Published: September 2023

Introduction: A contraceptive with a modern design, the device is implanted in the uterine cavity to prevent fertility and the egg from implanting in the uterus, called intrauterine devices (IUD). It's emphasizing maternal mortality and controlling the rate of population growth causing. This study aimed to determine the factors associated with the low interest in the IUD contraceptive method in Jambesari District, Bondowoso Regency.
Methods: This study used a descriptive quantitative approach with random sampling for cross-sectional analysis. Primary data were gathered through questionnaires and analyzed using univariate and bivariate methods supplemented by secondary data. The study focused on 6,677 mothers using family planning, with a 99-participant sample determined by the Slovin formula. The analysis involved the Chi-square test at a 95% confidence level based on categorical and ordinal data.
Results: There is a relationship between the level of knowledge of acceptors, education level, and attitude towards the low number of IUD users in Jambesari Bondowoso District (p=0.00). Conclusion: Based on the research results that have been described, it can be concluded that in Jambesari District, there are 7 factors, 3 factors (knowledge, education, attitude) related to poor knowledge due to low education, resulting in acceptors having a bad attitude or agreeing to IUD contraception. Health workers should be more active in providing counselling and education.
Keywords: childbearing age; influenced factor; intrauterine devices (IUD)
CA-CLIL: TEACHERS' AND STUDENTS' PERCEPTIONS OF IMPLEMENTING CLIL IN TERTIARY EDUCATION
Authors: Štefková Jaroslava , Danihelova Zuzana
Published: September 2023

These days, languages at non-philological universities are becoming an important tool of internationalization. However, language classes seem to be an additional subject to the obligatory technical subjects, and they are not given enough space in the technical study portfolios. Therefore, CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning), which focuses on technical content, can be applied to expand students' language exposure. CLIL activities might be carried out by content teachers and language teachers. The content teachers not achieving B2 level in English need some support introducing the foreign language into the instruction. The use of English during classes can be encouraged by Internet applications where the language input from the content teachers is limited, however, the application-based teaching activities still achieve the task of the target language learning. The paper deals with the perceptions of Internet applications tailored to teachers' needs, providing students with content and language practice. It discusses the role and use of CA-CLIL (Computer Assisted-CLIL) applied intensively after the COVID-19 pandemic. Internet applications used in the class include Learningapps, Kahoot, Mentimeter, and Youtube. The views are supported by action research based on the questionnaire survey of the 65-student sample and interviews with content teachers. The interviews with content teachers suggest that regardless of their foreign language mastery, they can manage to use English via applications. In addition, the students also praise such an instruction method. The results show that the CA-CLIL is perceived well and brings additional benefits such as perceptions of fun and competitiveness to university education.
EXPLORING THE DEVELOPMENT OF STUDENTS’ KNOWLEDGE OF CONVENTIONALISED SIMILES IN ENGLISH LEXICOLOGY AND PHRASEOLOGY: A COMPARATIVE STUDY
Authors: Hrdličková Zuzana
Published: September 2023

Idioms are a colourful and fascinating aspect of English which are commonly used in all types of language, formal and informal, spoken and written. Despite the emerging theoretical accounts of idioms up to now, little attention has been paid to teaching and learning idiomatic expressions in English as a Foreign Language, English for Specific Purposes or English for Academic Purposes classroom. Developing idiomatic competence among English language learners in Slovakia remains a formidable challenge. Second-year undergraduates of the study programmes ‘Teacher Training of English Language and Literature’ (single major study) and ‘Teacher Training of English Language and Literature (double major study) need to master different types of idioms within one-term course in ‘English Lexicology and Phraseology’. Their language skills will increase rapidly if they can understand and use them confidently and correctly. The communication role of idiomatic comparisons is often neglected, as well. The aim of the paper is to find out their level of knowledge of standard idiomatic comparisons at the beginning and the end of the course. The paper intends to reveal how students of different nationalities – Slovak, Hungarian, Russian and Ukrainian – are able to explain the meaning of similes used in example sentences in English or their mother tongue. Altogether 51 students are tested twice via tests focused on similes, and their results are compared via a statistical t-Test. The results from the initial test show that their knowledge of idiomatic comparisons was not very wide. However, the results from the final test prove that they were motivated to learn idioms, and thus they extended their knowledge of idiomatic comparisons significantly. In addition, the paper suggests some implications for teaching and learning similes and phraseological units in general.
Corpus-based Critical Discourse Analysis on AI Policy: A Comparison Between North America and Developing Countries in East Asia
Authors: Gu Feng
Published: September 2023

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has undergone a global transformative impact on people’s lives. However, the realm of empirical research focused on AI within applied linguistics remains limited, predominantly dwelling on qualitative rhetoric and narrative analysis. This research aims to fill this gap by shedding light on the discursive constructions of AI policies between North America and developing countries in East Asia based on corpus data. Two corpora are constructed for quantitative study, utilizing keywords, collocates, and concordance analysis, and two dimensions of dialectical-relational approach are adopted to delve into the results. The findings reveals that both EA and NA prioritize AI-related efforts, but EA emphasizes more on economic and societal applications, while NA highlights governmental sectors’ efforts, cooperation with allies, and national security in AI deployment. The results are closely associated with their social context. This nuanced understanding of AI policy research holds significant implications for policymakers, stakeholders, and scholars actively involved in shaping responsible AI regulations and governance practices on an international scale.
PROGRAMA RESIDÊNCIA PEDAGÓGICA E GEOGRAFIA: INICIAÇÃO À DOCÊNCIA EM MEIO A PRÁTICAS DE ENSINO REMOTO E VIRTUAL
Authors: Queiroz Antônia Márcia Duarte , Araújo Silvania Reis , Martins Liane de Sousa , Mota Wanessa Lorenna de Sousa Miranda Costa Mota
Published: September 2023

Este trabalho traz as ações realizadas no Programa de Residência Pedagógica do curso de licenciatura em Geografia, por meio da parceria entre Universidade Federal do Tocantins, CAPES e a unidade educacional Escola Estadual Jardim Paulista, em Araguaína-TO. As atividades detalhadas correspondem à edição 2020-2022, cujo desenvolvimento aconteceu de forma remota, com duração de 18 meses, o que coincidiu com o período de ocorrência de uma pandemia planetária da covid-19, que impactou todas as instituições de ensino, provocando mudanças em todo o sistema educacional. Nessa seara, o trabalho faz alguns apontamentos de mudanças ocorridas no campo educacional entre estudantes e professores na execução de atividades durante o distanciamento social. Assim, as atividades foram desenvolvidas sob um modelo de aulas remotas/on-line, mediadas pelo uso das tecnologias digitais, as quais possibilitaram a continuação de inúmeras ações coletivas e individuais, como a participação em eventos (palestras, cursos, congressos), a regência, as pesquisas e a criação de materiais didático-pedagógicos, sendo executadas em momentos síncronos e assíncronos, com o intuito de fortalecer a prática pedagógica e o aperfeiçoamento da formação acadêmica.
CONSTRUINDO SENTIDOS A PARTIR DA LEITURA DE TEXTOS MULTIMODAIS: UMA EXPERIÊNCIA COM O GÊNERO CHARGE NA SALA DE AULA
Authors: Fonseca Vilma Nunes da Silva , Lima Maria Eduarda Neves
Published: September 2023

Este artigo visa a relatar uma experiência de leitura do gênero textual charge em sala de aula, realizada como estratégia de multiletramento para o Ensino Médio. Atualmente, há vários tipos de configurações de textos que circulam na sociedade, principalmente, a partir da expansão dos ambientes de comunicação digital, os quais requerem novos letramentos por parte de leitores e produtores. Desse modo, torna-se cada vez mais evidente a importância de que as práticas escolares de letramento precisam ser repensadas continuamente com enfoque nos usos sociais da linguagem. Nesse sentido, este texto objetiva narrar e discutir, a partir de uma reflexão sobre a prática, as fases vivenciadas por nós ao longo da experiência de sala de aula mencionada, considerando: os estudos teóricos preparatórios, o planejamento e a regência de aula com aplicação de atividades direcionadas à leitura e à interpretação do gênero charge. Para isso, utilizamos o aporte teórico da Semiótica Social da Gramática do Design Visual (GDV), de Kress e van Leeuwen ([1996] 2006), em interlocução com a abordagem teórica da Linguística Sistêmico-Funcional (HALLIDAY; MATTHIESSEN, 2014). A partir da proposta de leitura baseada na GDV, podemos mensurar como diferentes perspectivas de análise semiótica podem contribuir para a geração de sentido de textos imagéticos.

Palavras-chave: Gramática do Design Visual; ensino de leitura de textos multimodais; charge.
ENSINO DE QUÍMICA E FORMAÇÃO DE PROFESSORES: ANÁLISE DE UMA ATIVIDADE EXPERIMENTAL INVESTIGATIVA NO CONTEXTO DO RESIDÊNCIA PEDAGÓGICA
Authors: SILVA NOGUEIRA JOSILANA , GOMES DOS SANTOS WÁDILA MICHELE , GOMES SILVA KARINA TATILLA , NASCIMENTO LIRA LAUANDA , FERREIRA RODRIGUES LANCASTER , ROCHA COSTA FERNANDO
Published: September 2023

O Residência Pedagógica é um programa que auxilia na formação de licenciandos em Química, de maneira que sejam comprometidos com uma educação problematizadora da realidade, e articulada com diferentes estratégias e recursos de ensino e aprendizagem. Nesse contexto, no âmbito do Programa foi desenvolvida uma atividade de produção de roteiro de estudo, tendo o processo de elaboração e aplicação sido investigado com o intuito de analisar o planejamento e a concretização de uma atividade experimental na perspectiva investigativa. Como resultados, foi possível perceber dificuldades relacionadas ao ensino remoto, assim como questões relevantes sobre a formação de professores em Química.
Analysis of pharmaceutical service quality and satisfaction level of healthcare and social security agency patients at Hadji Boejasin Pelaihari Hospital
Authors: Akbar Depy Oktapian , Fitriah Rahmayanti , Aditya Muhammad Luthfi , Marliadi Reny , Wahyudi Wahyudi , Rahayu Aesty
Published: September 2023

Background: Pharmaceutical services are services that are provided directly and responsibly to patients, related to medicines, to achieve accurate results that enhance patient quality of life. Hospitals are required to provide health services that meet optimal service standards. The quality of service in the hospital is very important because, with good service, patient satisfaction will also have a positive impact on the hospital. Objective: The purpose of this research is to analyze the quality of pharmaceutical services and the level of satisfaction of BPJS patients at Hadji Boejasin Pelaihari Hospital. Method: A cross-sectional survey design with a targeted sampling design was used in this study. The research method was a questionnaire containing structured questions to quantify each variable studied. Results: According to the quality survey results, pharmaceutical services were 85.96% (according) and 14.03% (not appropriate), while patient satisfaction had a reliability dimension of 78.63% (very satisfied), responsiveness of 77.82% (very satisfied), assurance of 83.01% (very satisfied), empathy of 80.47% (very satisfied), and tangible of 82.53% (very satisfied). Conclusion: From the average of the five dimensions, a result of 547.4 was obtained with an average patient satisfaction index of 80.49%
Comparison of plasma glucose and hba1c levels with glargine and detemir insulin in diabetes mellitus 2 patients at Ulin Regional Public Hospital, Banjarmasin
Authors: Wati Helmina , Astuti Karunita Ika , Ramadhani Syahrizal , Kurniawan Guntur , Rahmadina Aprilia , Wahyunita Sari
Published: September 2023

Background: Based on the International Diabetes Federation, the prevalence of diabetes in 2030 will be around 438 million people. In 2019, type 2 diabetes mellitus caused 4.2 million deaths in the world. Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder that requires long-term therapy. Insulin is one of the therapies for type 2 diabetes mellitus. Parameters for monitoring the success of therapy were plasma glucose levels and Hba1c values. Objective: This study aimed to compare the values of plasma glucose and glycosylated hemoglobin (Hba1c) in insulin glargine and detemir patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM) at Ulin Regional Public Hospital, Banjarmasin. Method: This study used a cross-sectional study design in March-May 2022 in 60 patients with type 2 DM at Ulin Regional Public Hospital, Banjarmasin. The data taken was in the form of fasting plasma glucose (FPG), 2-hour post-load plasma glucose (OGTT), and Hba1c values for 12 weeks. Statistical analysis was performed using the Mann-Whitney test with a confidence level of 95%. Results: The results showed that the average pre-post glargine FPG values were 212-139,6 mg/dL and the pre-post detemir FPG values were 224.6-159.8 mg/dL. Hba1c values in patients using glargine pre-post were 9.1% and 8.3%, and the average Hba1c values on insulin detemir pre-post were 9.28% and 8.29%. Conclusion: In therapy using insulin glargine compared to detemir, there was no significant difference between KGDP, KGD2PP, and Hba1C (p> 0.05).
Antioxidant activity test of 70% and 96% ethanol extract of tandui stem bark (Mangifera rufocostata Kosterm.) with DPPH method
Authors: Saputri Revita , Susiani Eka Fitri , Asvia Souva
Published: September 2023

Background: The genus Mangifera has been reported to have many activities as a natural antioxidant; one of them is the tandui plant (Mangifera rufucostata Kosterm). The study of 70% and 96% ethanol extracts of tandui leaves has shown potential as an antioxidant with the DPPH method, which is a strong category. The potential as an antioxidant in leaves is also possible in other parts, such as stem bark. Objective: This study is to determine the antioxidant potential of tandui stem bark in 70% and 96% ethanol solvents with the DPPH method. Methods: The tandui stem bark was extracted using the soxhletation method with 70% and 96% ethanol solvents. Potential antioxidant activity was measured using a UV-Vis spectrophotometer and the positive control, quercetin. Results: Antioxidant activity results showed that the IC50 of 70% ethanol extract of tandui stem bark (EE70%KBT) was 9.657 µg/mL, the IC50 of 96% ethanol extract of tandui stem bark (EE96% KBT) was 6.362 µg/mL and the IC50 of positive control quercetin was 3.441 µg/mL. Conclusion: The results showed that tandui stem bark extracted using 70% and 96% ethanol has a strong potential as a natural antioxidant (very strong category) using the DPPH method.
REVIEW: RANDOMIZED CLINICAL TRIAL STUDY OF INFLUENZA VACCINE IN CHILDREN AGE 6-35 MONTHS
Authors: Suhandi Cecep , Alodya Cheryl , Kristande Abednego , Sinuraya Rano Kurnia
Published: September 2023

AbstractBackground: Influenza is a contagious viral infection disease that causes acute disorders of the respiratory tract. The prevalence of infection due to influenza virus is higher in children than adults. Thus, it is very important to vaccinate children using the most effective type of vaccine.Tujuan: The purpose of this review was to investigate type of influenza vaccine with the highest effectiveness in children aged 6-35 months based on Randomized Control Trial study.Method: The review is carried out by collecting articles from Elsevier and Medline database using “Influenza Vaccine”, “Randomized Control Trial”, and “Children” as the keywords.Results: Based on the initial searching, it was found 6.261 articles and 9 articles that fulfill the review criteria. The results showed that the best vaccine efficacy has gotten by trivalent vaccines against the strains of viruses A (H1N1), A (H3N2), and B (Yamagata) with vaccine efficacy values of 94.1%; 100%; and 97.1%, respectively. While the use of quadrivalent vaccines against strain B (Victoria) virus with a vaccine efficacy value of 87.2%.Conclusion: Trivalent vaccine more effective for strain A and B (Yamagata) virus, moreover quadrivalent vaccine more effective for strain B (Victoria)Keyword: Influenza, Vaccine, Children, Trivalent, Quadrivalent AbstrakLatar Belakang: Influenza merupakan suatu penyakit infeksi virus menular yang mengakibatkan gangguan akut pada saluran pernapasan. Insidensi infeksi akibat virus influenza lebih tinggi terjadi pada anak-anak dibanding dewasa. Dengan demikian, sangat penting untuk memberikan vaksinasi pada anak-anak menggunakan jenis vaksin yang paling efektif.Tujuan: Tujuan dari review ini adalah untuk menentukan jenis vaksin influenza dengan efektivitas tertinggi terhadap anak usia 6-35 bulan berdasarkan hasil studi Randomized Control Trial.Metode: Review dilakukan dengan penelusuran pustaka pada database ELSEVIER dan MEDLINE dengan kata kunciInfluenza Vaccine Randomized Control Trial Children.Hasil: Berdasarkan hasil penelusuran, diperoleh 6.261 artikel dan 9 artikel yang memenuhi kriteria review. Hasil telaah menunjukkan efektivitas vaksin terbaik pada vaksin trivalent terhadap virus strain A (H1N1), A (H3N2), dan B (Yamagata) dengan nilai efikasi vaksin secara berurutan sebesar 94,1%; 100%; dan 97,1%. Sedangkan penggunaan vaksin quadrivalent terhadap virus strain B (Victoria) dengan nilai efikasi vaksin 87,2%.Kesimpulan: Vaksin trivalent lebih efektif pada virus strain A dan B (Yamagata), sedangkan vaksin quadrivalent lebih efektif pada strain B (Victoria)Kata kunci: Influenza, Vaksin, Anak-anak, Trivalent, Quadrivalent