bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Effect of incorporating food-grade lactic acid in minced beef on storage stability and sensory evaluation of the produced patties
Authors: Abd Elgadir M. , Mariod A. A.
Published: January 2024

The objective of this research is to evaluate quality properties and storage stability of beef patties formulated from fresh beef incorporated with food-grade lactic acid (LA). Fresh beef was purchased from the local market immediately after slaughter, minced and formulated using water incorporated with food-grade lactic acid in concentrations of 0.0% (control); 0.5%; 0.75% and 1.00%. The LA-incorporated formulations were used in the preparation of the patties. The prepared patties were stored at a refrigeration temperature of 5 ºC for 12 days. pH, instrumental color, texture profile analysis (TPA), water activity and total viable count (TVC) were investigated. At the end of the storage period, the patties were cooked and sensory evaluated. The results revealed a significant (p ≤ 0.05) decrease in pH of the control patties from 6.2 ± 0.1 to 5.1 ± 0.2–5.4 ± 0.2 from day 8 to day 12 of the storage time. The same trend was observed in the LA-incorporated patties. The LA-incorporated patties did not show any significant differences (p ≥ 0.05) in the water activity values through all storage time. At the end of the storage time, the control had the TVC value of almost near the spoilage limit, while all LA-incorporated patties had significantly (p ≤ 0.05) lower TVC compared with the control. The results revealed high stability in the physicochemical properties as well as total microbial growth during the storage period. The hardness of the LA-incorporated patties was significantly (p ≤ 0.05) lower than that of the control sample. There was no significant (p ≥ 0.05) difference in overall sensory acceptability of the patties made from beef incorporated with food-grade lactic acid compared to the control. This study suggests that incorporating fresh beef with food-grade lactic acid in the mentioned concentrations could result in great benefits of increasing the storage life of fresh beef products with no effect on sensory quality attributes.
Strategies for replacing saturated fat in meat products: A review
Authors: Son E. , Kwon K. H.
Published: January 2024

This paper aims to provide a better understanding of how to replace saturated fat in meat products due to concerns about its high amounts as health consciousness improves and consumers look for changes. In particular, we focused on various approaches and technologies to replace saturated fat in meat products. A systematic literature review was conducted using Web of Science, Google Scholar, and Scopus based on existing papers. The use of vegetable oils in meat products, oleogel and emulsion gel technologies, as well as application of protein substitutes were reviewed. The results show that the mentioned methods are potentially effective techniques for reducing the saturated fat content of meat products. As research on new approaches to fat substitutes continues to attract interest, we would like to highlight the research needs for the development of healthy meat products in the long term.
Comparative analysis of local pig breeds in China and Russia
Authors: Zhao K. , Lisitsyn A. B. , Zhang J. , Chernukha I. M. , Li H. H. , Lunina O. I. , Tang H. G. , Fedulova L. V. , Chen L. H.
Published: January 2024

Pork is a favorite type of meat with a large share in the structure of consumption worlwide, including China and Russia. Pork production in China and Russia has been constantly growing over the last years. This type of meat remains to be in high demand due to its sensory properties despite consumer attitude to pork fat content. This review presents the short history of pig farming in China and Russia, as well as the modern trends in the development of this industry. The data on the pork production and consumption in two countries over the last years are compared. Characteristics that consumers consider important when buying pork and negative factors influencing consumer choice are described. Consumer properties of meat products from pork depend on keeping conditions and feeding of animals. Meat composition and functional properties depend greatly on pig breed. Information about pig breeds that are raised in China (depending on a region) and Russia, as well as indicators of productivity of pigs of certain breeds, are presented.
EVALUATIONS DE LA BIOMASSE FOURRAGERE FOLIAIRE ET DE LA COMPOSITION CHIMIQUE DES FEUILLES DUN LIGNEUXFOURRAGER SAHELIEN :MAERUA.CRASSIFOLIAFORSSK
Authors:   Universite Dan DickoDankoulodo de Maradi, BP 465, Maradi, Niger., Bounou Madja Rabiou , Kamal Abdou Habou Maman ,   Universite de Diffa, BP 78, Diffa, Niger., Idrissa Issoufa ,   Universite de Diffa, BP 78, Diffa, Niger., Djibo Moussa Ibrahim ,   Universite Dan DickoDankoulodo de Maradi, BP 465, Maradi, Niger., Morou Boube ,   Universite Dan DickoDankoulodo de Maradi, BP 465, Maradi, Niger., Mahamane Ali ,   Universite Abdou Moumouni de Niamey, BP 10662, Niamey, Niger.
Published: January 2024

A woodyfodderspecies, M. crassifoliaisparticularlysoughtafter by animals, especiallyduringthe dryseason. The overall objective of thisstudyis to evaluate the leaf production and the chemical composition of M. crassifolialeaves in the rural commune ofOurafane in the southernsahelianarea.Leaf production wasestimated using the standard branchmethodcombiningallometricequationswithdendrometricparameters. The phytochemicalstudy of the leaveswascarried out through the collection of 10 leafsamples of 50g each, takenfrom 10 individuals. Thesesampleswereanalyzedat the InternationlCropsResearch Institute for the Semi-AridTropics (ICRISAT)SoilAnalysislaboratory. Thus, leaf production wasestimatedusing the exponentialprediction model from the circumference of the trunk of the shrub:Pf = 0.0599e15.802CT (Pf, Leaf production in KgMS and CT, trunkcircumference in m). Leaf production is 23.65Kg DM/ha. The leaves are essentially made up of organicmatter (68.76Â±1.77%) and are rich in crudeproteins (26.63Â±1.66% MAT on average). Theyalsocontainminerals, the main onesbeing potassium (0.45Â±0.56) and phosphorus (0.13Â±0.02). The results of thisstudywill not onlycontribute to better management of the species but also and above all, theycanbeused by the livestock service for a rapid and reliableassessment of woodyfodder production.
MODES DUTILISATION DE LA MAIN-DEUVRE AGRICOLE ET TEMPS DE TRAVAIL DES MEMBRES DES MENAGES DANS LA REGION DE TAHOUA AU NIGER
Authors:   Departement dAgriculture en Zones Arides, Universite dAgadez, Institut Universitaire de Technologie, Agadez, Niger., Dit Kalamou Mahamadou Moussa , Boubacar Soumana ,   Departement dEconomie et Sociologie Rurale, Universite Abdou Moumouni, Faculte dAgronomie, Niamey, Niger., Fougou Hadiza Kiari ,   Departement Eau et Ressources Halieutiques, Institut Superieur en Environnement et Ecologie de luniversite de Diffa, Niger., Boubacar Yamba ,   Departement de Geographie, Universite, Abdou Moumouni, Faculte des Lettres et Sciences Humaines BP: 419 Niamey, Niger.
Published: January 2024

The article deals with the modes of use of agricultural labor and working time in agricultural production. The analysis of the labor force which is presented in two forms the family and extra-family labor force. The latter provide employment followed by working time divided according to activities. The heads of the households decide on the execution of the various cultivation operations and off-farm activities. The study is based on a stratified, reasoned sample of 420 heads of household, drawn according to the demographic weight of the localities in this region. It is based on a diagnosis aimed at studying the impact of land dynamics in the fight against land insecurity and household poverty in the study region. The analysis shows that the average number of agricultural workers per household is 6. The extra-familial labor force consists of salaried workers and mutual aid. Also, 30% of heads of household use salaried labor, the number of which varies from 1 to 5 and concerns all sexes. Thus, 83% of households use salaried labor, 8% use mutual aid, and 6% use mixed labor. Only 2% of the working population work full time, 39% half time and 1% part time.
AN ATTAINMENT OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS: A CASE STUDY ON SANGAMA
Authors:   Research Scholar, Institute of Management & Commerce, Srinivas University, Mangalore, Karnataka, India., a Harinakshi ,   Senior Lecturer, PG Dept. of Business Administration, St Aloysius Institute of Management and Information Technology (AIMIT), St Aloysius College (Autonomous), Beeri, Mangalore., Goveas Carmelita ,   Research Professor, Institute of Management & Commerce, Srinivas University, Mangalore, Karnataka, India.
Published: January 2024

Background/Purpose: The pursuit of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) has become a global imperative, requiring greater scrutiny of initiatives and organizations that actively contribute to these goals. In this context, Sangama, a non-profit organization that defends the rights of sexual and gender minorities, emerges as a compelling case. The purpose of this study is to comprehensively analyse the achievement status of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) using the case of Sangama. Methodology: This study uses secondary data analysis using data from Sangamas website, various academic papers, and web articles to explore the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through a case study focused on Sangama. It presents a comprehensive analysis. Findings/Result: Sangama plays a pivotal role in advocating for the rights and welfare of sexual minorities, transgender individuals, sex workers, and the urban poor. Sangamas dynamic approach to promoting sustainable development and social justice manifested through grassroots-level initiatives, innovative projects, and advocacy efforts, showcases a noteworthy impact. Originality/Value: By leveraging information available on Sangamas website, this study aims to provide valuable insights into the effectiveness of grassroots organizations in achieving the SDGs. The results are expected to inform policymakers, researchers, and practitioners about the role of community-based initiatives in promoting sustainable development and promoting inclusiveness.
INFLAMMATORY MARKER PROFILING IN COVID-19: UNRAVELING COMORBIDITY AND GENDER INFLUENCES
Authors: Lamar Christina , G. Vishalakshi , Shenoy Rajesh , Mukthayakka G. , T. Sanyuktha
Published: January 2024

Background: The 2020 WHO-declared COVID-19 pandemic has left a profound global imprint. Notably, inflammatory markers have gained prominence in predicting disease severity, especially concerning the characteristic cytokine storm in severe cases. Alongside, comorbidities and gender have emerged as influential factors in disease outcomes. Thus, unraveling the intricate relationships between inflammatory markers, comorbidities, and gender is pivotal for optimal patient care. This study examines inflammatory marker roles in COVID-19, focusing on comorbidity presence and gender impacts. Methods: Conducted retrospectively at Bengalurus Abhaya Hospital from March 2020 to September 2021, this observational study examined C-reactive protein (CRP), lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), D-Dimer, creatine phosphokinase (CPK), Interleukin-6 (IL-6) and serum ferritin as inflammatory markers in COVID-19 patients. Patient cohorts with and without comorbidities, as well as male and female patients, underwent comparisons. Descriptive statistics, Kruskal-Wallis tests, and t-tests were used for data analysis. Results & Discussion: Among patients with and without comorbidities, no statistically significant differences in inflammatory markers were identified. This finding suggests a complex, indirect relationship between comorbidities and distinct inflammatory responses, as measured by these markers. In contrast, gender-based analysis demonstrated significant variations in CRP, IL-6, CPK, and Ferritin levels among male and female COVID-19 patients. Hormonal, genetic, and immunological variations potentially underlie these disparities, impacting disease severity. This study underscores the intricate interplay between inflammatory markers, comorbidities, and gender within the COVID-19 context. Conclusion: In conclusion, this study advances the comprehension of inflammatory markers in COVID-19 patients. While comorbidities did not exhibit marker-specific links, significant gender-based differences in CRP, IL-6, CPK, and Ferritin levels emerged. This underscores the need for gender-specific investigations in disease progression. Continued research is pivotal to unveil underlying mechanisms and to tailor treatment strategies based on these gender-specific disparities.
PEMPHIGUS VULGARIS COMPLICATED BY KELOID SCARS
Authors:   From the Department of Dermatology., Jihane MD Belcadi , Ali Sara MD Oulad ,   From the Department of Dermatology., Dounia MD Benaich ,   Department of Histopathology, Mohammed V University in Rabat, Ibn Sina University Hospital, Morocco., Kaoutar MD Znati ,   Department of Histopathology, Mohammed V University in Rabat, Ibn Sina University Hospital, Morocco., Nadia MD Ismaili ,   From the Department of Dermatology., Laila MD Benzekri ,   From the Department of Dermatology., Karima MD Senouci ,   From the Department of Dermatology., Marieme MD Meziane ,   From the Department of Dermatology.
Published: January 2024

Pemphigus vulgaris is an autoimmune bullous disease characterized by the formation of intraepidermal bullae5. These bullae eventually rupture, leaving erosions that rapidly re-epithelialize, sometimes into hyperpigmented macules and exceptionally into keloid scars. We report the case of a patient with pemphigus vulgaris who developed keloid scars.
A STUDY TO ASSESS KNOWLEDGE OF MOTHERS REGARDING CHILD ABUSE IN THE SELECTED RURAL AND URBAN AREAS IN LUCKNOW WITH A VIEW TO DEVELOP INFORMATION BY PROVIDING BOOKLET
Authors:   Assistant Professor, College of Nursing, Kanpur, G.S.V.M. Medical College Campus, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh., Anand Manisha
Published: January 2024

Background : Child abuse is significant global problem with a serious impact on victim through their lives. According to WHO (2013) stated that the international level of prevalence in child abuse and neglect was approximately 50500 children were at the risk of child abuse right now. The union ministry of women and child development survey on 12500 children across 13 states including Uttar Pradesh revealed that 56% children were abused sexually,of those sexually abused, 57% were boys. Aim: To assess knowledge of mothers regarding child abuse in the selected rural and urban areas in Lucknow with a view to develop information by providing booklet. Material and Method : Descriptive comparative research carried out among mothers residing in selected urban and rural area selected by convenient sampling technique. Selection of participants was done on the basis of inclusion and exclusion criteria and then informed consent was taken. A self-structured questionnaire was given among 100 sample out of which 50 sample were from the population of urban area and 50 sample were from population of rural area and then the data was analyzed by using descriptive and inferential statistics. Result: The study finding concluded that out of 100 subjects 24(24%) mothers had good knowledge,64(64%)mothers had average knowledge and only 12(12%) mothers had poor knowledge. Whereas majority of the case showed average level of knowledge (64%) followed by the good knowledge (23%) and 12% cases showed poor knowledge in rural area. In Urban area, majority of the cases showed average level of knowledge (47.8%) followed by the good knowledge (39.1%) while 13.0% cases showed poor knowledge. The significant association was found in proportion of various knowledge levels among various age groups . Conclusion: In the current study, it was revealed that majority of the subjects have average knowledge regarding child abuse in selected rural and urban areas of Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. The study proved that the information booklet provided by the researchers was effective to increase the knowledge regarding child abuse among mothers. Hence, it is necessary for the health care providers to take an initiative in providing adequate knowledge and education to enhance knowledge of mothers regarding child abuse.
Regenerative effects of immobilized hyaluronidase and subtilisin enzymes on experimental models of chemical and mechanical corneal trauma
Authors: Zabanova V. E. , Ershov K. I. , Leonov N. P. , Fursova A. Zh. , Madonov P. G.
Published: January 2024

Purpose: to study the regenerative potential of immobilized hyaluronidase and subtilisin enzymes preparations in experimental models of chemical and mechanical corneal trauma.

Material and methods. The study involved 28 mongrel rabbits weighing 3.5 to 4 kg, divided into 4 groups for separate studies of repair models according to different types of injury (chemical vs. mechanical), and different drugs and the methods of administration thereof. Hyaluronidase (PEG-hyaluronidase) and subtilisin (PEG-subtilisin) pegylated by electron beam synthesis technology were used. The condition of the cornea was assessed 24 hours after the injury had been inflicted, whereupon the eyes were enucleated and histologically examined.

Results. The chemical trauma groups treated by PEG-hyaluronidase revealed a decrease in the wound area by an average of 36.6 mm2, while those given a subconjunctival injection showed a 36.08 mm2 decrease. If PEG-subtilisin was applied, the area of the corneal defect revealed an average increase of 11.63 mm2 (with a case of perforation registered). In subconjunctival injection of PEG-subtilisin, the wound area decreased by 27.42 mm2. In the mechanical trauma groups, a similar pattern was observed: with the instillation of PEG-subtilisin, the wound area averaged 53.63 mm2 and 1 case of perforation was registered, whilst with subconjunctival administration, the wound area decreased to 28.76 mm2. With PEG-hyaluronidase instillations, a significant wound area decrease of 36 mm2 was noted, and with subconjunctival administration, the wound area decreased by 70.3%. A higher corneal transparency in the optical zone and a weaker inflammatory reaction with the use of PEG hyaluronidase were revealed by histological testing.

Conclusion. A positive effect of PEG-hyaluronidase, specifically concerning the enhancement of regenerative processes in the wound in chemical and mechanical wounds could be seen. PEG-subtilisin showed no positive effects, which may be associated with high fibrinolytic activity.
Results of treatment of optic disc pit maculopathy in children
Authors: Katargina L. A. , Denisova E. V. , Osipova N. A. , Kiseleva Ya. A.
Published: January 2024

Purpose: to analyze the anatomical and functional results of the differentiated treatment of optic disc pit maculopathy in children.

Material and methods. We examined 23 children aged 5–17 years with an o ptic disc pit maculopathy. 10 children underwent retinal laser coagulation (LC) along the borders of the optic disc pit (1–3 sessions), 13 children underwent pars plana vitrectomy with gas tamponade (C2F6) in combination with retinal LC. In addition to the standard ophthalmological examination, all children underwent optical coherence tomography of the macular area of the retina before treatment and at different times after it.

Results. In the group of children who underwent LC, the initial value of the maximum retina elevation averaged 525 ± 140 μm (from 346 to 882 μm). After laser treatment, all children showed a decrease in retinal elevation by 32 to 602 μm. 3 children had complete resorption of subretinal fluid during follow-up periods from 5 to 13 months. Best corrected visual acuity (BCVA) remained stable in 5 children, increased by 0.04–0.6 in 4 children, and decreased by 0.1 in one child. In the group of surgically treated children, the elevation of the retina before the intervention averaged 919 ± 143 μm (from 614 to 1420 μm) (p < 0.05). After the intervention, this parameter decreased in all children by 91 to 811 μm, complete resorption of subretinal fluid was observed in 4 children during follow-up periods from 4 to 6 months. BCVA remained stable in 5 children, increased in 7 children by 0.1–0.7, and decreased by 0.4 in one child due to the progression of the cataract.

Conclusion. The differentiated approach to the treatment of optic disc pit maculopathy in children proved to be highly efficient, depending on the height of retinal elevation in the macular zone before the start of treatment.
A new approach to the treatment of central retinal detachment with a macular hole in patients with extreme myopia and scleral staphyloma
Authors: Arsyutov D. G.
Published: January 2024

Purpose. To develop a methodology of surgical treatment of central retinal detachment with macular holes of various diameters in patients with high myopia and scleral staphyloma using autologous conditioned plasma (ACP) as a rupture blocking composite and pneumoretinopexy as the final tamponade, and analyze the results of this treatment.

Material and methods. The surgery included subtotal vitrectomy 25+, 27G, peeling of the inner limiting membrane, pneumoretinopexy, introduction of ACP into the area of scleral staphyloma through the macular hole, and, upon the formation of a plasma seal at the base, applying ACP to the retinal surface in the area of the hole in 2–3 layers until a stable ACP film could be formed. The operation was completed seamlessly, blocking the sclero-conjunctival access by applying 2–3 layers of ACP to the scleral surface and the conjunctiva. Using this technique, we operated 25 patients aged 29–69 with central retinal detachment and macular hole with a width of 700–2200 μm who had high myopia and severe scleral staphyloma.

Results. In the early (on days 2 and 4) and the late postoperative period, the retina was completely attached, and the macular hole was blocked in all patients.

Conclusion. This technique is maximally sparing and highly effective. It allows achieving full anatomical retinal reattachment and closure of the macular hole, eliminates the need for silicone tamponade, minimizes the risk of postoperative complications in patients with central retinal detachment, macular holes of various diameters, high myopia and scleral staphyloma.
PdAg/CoFe2O4 Bimetallic Catalyst with High Selectivity for Glyceraldehyde in Glycerol Selective Oxidation Reaction
Authors: Falcão Milton , de Moura Edmilson , Costa Jean , Melo Antonio , Paz Gilvan , do Nascimento Ronaldo , do Nascimento Hélio , Montoro Luciano
Published: January 2024

The catalytic oxidation of glycerol was investigated in assays with palladium-silver bimetallic nanoparticles (Pd-Ag) immobilized on cobalt ferrite (CoFe2O4). Bimetallic nanoparticles were prepared by the galvanic replacement method, immobilized on CoFe2O4 by wet impregnation. Bimetallic Pd-Ag nanoparticles with 35 wt.% Pd content effectively catalyzed the selective oxidation reaction of glycerol to glyceraldehyde. Catalytic oxidation was carried out at 60-80 °C for 2-4 h in an aqueous NaOH solution (NaOH:glycerol ratio = 4 mol:mol) under O2 pressure of 4 bar; the selectivity of glyceraldehyde reached 99.35% and the conversion of glycerol of 49.07% at a temperature of 60 °C and a reaction time of 2 h. Glyceric acid and traces of tartronic acid and mesoxalic acid were also detected. The catalyst was also very stable, showing activity up to 4 runs without significant loss of activity and selectivity.
Polskie zwyczaje związane z umieraniem, a kształtowanie tożsamości w świetle życia i twórczości Zofii Kossak
Authors: Bachanek Grzegorz
Published: January 2024

W twórczości Zofii Kossak spotykamy liczne opisy polskich zwyczajów związanych z umieraniem. Ukazuje ona między innymi znaczenie obecności przy umierającym, umierania jako czasu pojednania, śmierci we własnym domu, czuwania przy ciele zmarłego, obrzędów pogrzebu, stypy, Dnia Zadusznego i innych form pamięci o zmarłym. W perspektywie autorki te zwyczaje wypływają z rozumienia człowieka jako osoby żyjącej we wspólnocie. Pomagają człowiekowi odkrywać związek z żyjącymi wcześniej pokoleniami, z rodziną, sąsiadami, regionem i krajem. Chronią przed poczuciem wyobcowania, cynizmem, chronicznym lękiem, pragnieniem zemsty, rozpaczą. Zofia Kossak z szacunkiem odnosi się do zwyczajów chrześcijańskich, ale także wcześniejszych, z których wiele jest nośnikami trwałych wartości. Tym niemniej zwyczaje ludności chłopskiej są ukazywane w niewielkim stopniu.
Kongres Katolików i Katoliczek jako głos w synodalnej debacie o współczesnym polskim Kościele katolickim
Authors: Pokorna-Ignatowicz Katarzyna
Published: January 2024

Celem artykułu jest przedstawienie fenomenu ponad dwuleniej działalności Kongresu Katoliczek i Katolików uwzględniające przyczyny jego powstania, sposób działania, cele i sposoby ich realizacji. Szczególna uwaga poświęcona zostanie  wypracowanym przez Kongres dziesięciu postulatom, które w ramach procesu synodalnego przekazane zostały władzom polskiego Kościoła. Dowodzona będzie w nim teza, że w odpowiedzi na apel papieża Franciszka o budowanie Kościoła synodalnego, rozproszone dotychczas środowiska polskich katoliczek i katolików przekonanych o potrzebie zmian w Kościele, stworzyły wirtualną platformę debaty oraz podjęły działania, które ich zdaniem są drogą do budowania Kościoła synodalnego w Polsce.
The Eschatology of Jesus and the Hellenistic View of History
Authors:   The Society of Theology and Thought, Song Chang Hyun
Published: January 2024

The purpose of this study is to examine the eschatology of Jesus and the Hellenistic view of history. Through this examination we would like to question the existing proposition that the Bible's view of time has a linear structure, and that the Hellenistic view of time has a cyclical structure. This research begins by examining the history and issues of historical Jesus research. This is because historical review is essential for understanding the background of our research topic and applying strict methodology.
This study analyzes the works of several writers from the Hellenistic, namely Greco-Roman, world. Specifically, we examine the texts of Hesiod, Polybius, Sura, Ovid, and Virgil. This reveals that the Hellenistic view of time not only has a cyclical structure, but also a linear structure. In particular, Virgil presents the reign of Augustus, the second coming of the Golden Age, as the end realized within the present. This eschatological and teleological view of history has a linear structure. Here we discover ‘realized eschatology’ in Virgil.
And this study critically analyzes Jesus' words and actions related to the Kingdom of God. Jesus is located in continuity with the Old Testament and the apocalyptic tradition of the Second Temple Judaism. At the same time, Jesus's originality is presented in his eschatological thoughts. Through this analysis, we suggest that Jesus' main concern and emphasis is on ‘realizing eschatology’ in the present. If the ‘realized eschatology’ in the present of Virgil is static, the ‘realizing eschatology’ in the present of Jesus is dynamic.
Unsupervised Imbalanced Registration for Enhancing Accuracy and Stability in
Medical Image Registration
Authors: Chen Peizhi , Lin Jiacheng , Guo Yifan , Pei Xuan
Published: January 2024

Background:

Medical image registration plays an important role in several applications. Existing approaches using unsupervised learning encounter issues due to
the data imbalance problem, as their target is usually a continuous variable.

Objective::

In this study, we introduce a novel approach known as Unsupervised Imbalanced Registration, to address the challenge of data imbalance and
prevent overconfidence while increasing the accuracy and stability of 4D image registration.

Methods::

Our approach involves performing unsupervised image mixtures to smooth the input space, followed by unsupervised image registration to learn
the continual target. We evaluated our method on 4D-Lung using two widely used unsupervised methods, namely VoxelMorph and ViT-V-Net.

Results::

Our findings demonstrate that our proposed method significantly enhances the mean accuracy of registration by 3%-10% on a small dataset while
also reducing the accuracy variance by 10%.

Conclusion::

Unsupervised Imbalanced Registration is a promising approach that is compatible with current unsupervised image registration methods applied to
4D images.
The ‘Golryeonggol-valley' in Daejeon Reproduced in Oral Testimony and the Necessity for a Korean War Map
Authors:   Korean Language & Literature, Kim Jeong-sook
Published: January 2024

This study attempts to examine the reality of the Korean War Appearing in the Daejeon region based on the oral experiences of the generation that experienced the Korean War. In particular, by paying attention to 'Golryeonggol-valley' in the Daejeon region, through the meaning and imaginative geographies contained in a specific place that is narrated and reproduced through memory, this study explores the necessity and possibilities of Korean War topographic maps.
Common elements of war experience stories that appear in oral narratives are as follows: 1) While you were studying, eating, or working at school, you suddenly heard that there was a war and that you had to evacuate, and you had to evacuate. 2) The North Korean People's Army that came first was not bad, and actually did well for the civilians. 3) Later, the North Korean People's Army ordered people to cook in private homes and plundered all household items and food, including all kinds of food and livestock. 4) That the North Korean People's Army brutally massacred soldiers' families, police families, village heads, district heads, etc. 5) Like farmhand laborers, people who suffered sadness in the neighborhood, walked around wearing red armbands, tyrannized the people in the neighborhood by telling them who in the neighborhood were family members of soldiers or police officers, or who served as village heads or district heads. 6) In Daejeon, they heard that the military and police killed many civilians. In particular, the well massacre of Daejeon Prison and the civilian massacre of Golryeonggol-valley (Sannae) related to the Bodo League are mentioned most heavily.
The Korean War is not the same in all regions. Not describing the war situation uniformly can be said to be an effective approach in that it does not 'only' attribute the war to a single event. That is the reason the works of 'recording' the stories of people who directly experienced the Korean War through oral records, and reproducing and talking about the 'truth' of it through literary imagination are more necessary.
The tendency of desire in Squid Game: Focusing on the sainthoms of O Il-nam
Authors:   Korean Language & Literature, Lee Gang-rok
Published: January 2024

This paper analyzes the tendency of desire in Squid Game.
The dystopian world of Squid Game is a world of regression that arises from the boredom of the game's designer, Oh Il-nam, and the VIPs. From a psychoanalytic perspective, Squid Game can be seen as the emergence of the real as a metaphorical signifier of sainthome, caused by the depletion of jouissance. They are trying to recover the problem of loss of being as a stimulus by constructing a distorted world, socializing objects, and indulging in enjoyment from them. A series of attempts follow the logical structure of the Discourse of the Master. In particular, the way the game participants come to desire the game world is by destroying their humanity to cultivate ruthless competitive abilities and resocializing them by engaging in predatory gambling. Gambling is like a symptom that is forced on the weak in a polarized world. The tendency of desire itself is a criticism of this game world, which reflects the world, and at the same time a criticism of the polarized reality.
O Il-nam, who makes people desire this world, is actually a person who is skeptical of the world's powerlessness. In contrast, Gi-hun eventually denies the position and achievement of the world created by O Il-nam. O Il-nam, who was a strong man in a polarized world and a transcendent other in a created world, but was struggling with the desire for stimulation, ended his life by asking Gi-hun, who did not give up his own existence, the value of human existence. This drama tried to avoid the hackneyed social participation stories through a symbolic and allegorical reflection of the polarized world, and attempted an ethical question about the problem of human desire that has reached an existential limit. This deserves to be evaluated as one of the merits of the Squid Game narrative.
A review of Naebanggasa works of the Kim no-heon family of the Gwangsan Kim clan
Authors:   Korean Language & Literature, Kim ki-young
Published: January 2024

The fact that women in the Kim no-heon family have been creating Naebanggasa for generations is significant in that it led to the creation of modern Naebanggasa. Kim no-heon, whose pen name was Songseok, left behind a collection of works called 『Songseokyugo』. With his wife, Jeonju Yoo, he gave birth to four sons and two daughters. His wife, Jeonju Yoo, wrote Susimtan, his second daughter, Kim gi-rye, wrote Hoehongyeongchukga, and his granddaughter, Kim Seong-jong, wrote Susindonggyeongga.
Susimtan is a work with a total of 114 lines and 231 phrases written by Jeonju Yoo in late spring of 1921 when she was 70 years old, lamenting the worries that settled in her heart. The root of her anxiety was, among other things, due to the fact that she had suffered from a disease in one of her legs, making my daily life become inconvenient. The work consists of 7 paragraphs. What is noteworthy in terms of the author's consciousness is that the location of her parents' house is conveyed from the perspective of aspect of geomantic theory of feng shui theory, and conveyed that his parents' family members are leading a comfortable life in a famous place. In terms of expression, it can be seen that various rhetorical techniques are used, including exclamatory endings.
Hoehongyeongchukga is a song with a total of 106 lines and 201 phrases containing the contents of congratulating the party, when Kim no-heon and his wife held the wedding feast on March 17, 1927, their 60th wedding anniversary. The work consists of five paragraphs. Looking through her works, the author is identified as a woman with very high self-esteem, bright and energetic, and with a sense of honoring her family. In terms of her expression, she uses various rhetorical techniques alone or in combination to enhance her literary beauty. In addition, looking at the narrative of her work, it can be seen that she was influenced by Susimtan in the way she developed the poetic sentiment.
Susindonggyeongga is a work of 98 lines and 191 phrases written by the author in 1912 celebrating the birthday party of her grandparents who celebrated their 60th birthday at the same age. The entire work consists of eight paragraphs. The author has a good sense of humor, and is a woman having a sense of honoring her family. In particular, through her works, the author's taoist consciousness is brought into focus. In terms of expression, it can be seen that she is enhancing her literary beauty through the use of various rhetorical techniques and word play. In addition, it is noticeable that she appropriately uses various poetic words cheering the atmosphere up throughout her work to convey the excitement of the party.
Het primaat van primogenituur?
Authors: Geevers Liesbeth
Published: January 2024

Review of: Andrej Kokkoken, Jørgen Møller en Anders Sundell, The Politics of Succession. Forging Stable Monarchies in Europe, AD 1000–1800 (Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2022, viii + 256 p., index).
Islamic Financial Literacy, Islamic Financial Inclusion and Micro-Business Performance
Authors: Elfi Barus Elida , Syahrial Murah , Hamzah Muchtar Evan , Trianto Budi
Published: January 2024

This research aims to look at the role of Islamic financial literacy component in creating financial inclusion and developing micro-businesses in Indonesia. Cross sectional research design was employed in this study and data were collected from 138 micro-business located in Pekanbaru, Indonesia. The data was analyzed using path analysis and IBM SPSS 26 was adopted to testing the hypotesis. This study revealed that only two of Islamic financial literacy components positively and significant influences Islamic financial inclusion. This study also found that only one component of Islamic financial literacy positively and significantly influences micro-business performance. Other findings show a positive and significant relationship between Islamic financial inclusion and micro-business performance. This study indicates that component of Islamic financial literacy play an important role in promoting Islamic financial inclution which is necessary for growth of micro-business in Indonesia. Owner or manager of micro-business should increase their Islamic financial literacy through various training programs. This is the first study in Indonesia in investigating the role of Islamic financial litaracy on financial inclusion and micro-business development . This study has limitations in sample size and research location.
Assessment of summer vegetable resistance to Meloidogyne incognita and the possibility of the inoculum
Authors: Shakeel Qaiser , Mubeen , Mustansar , You , Jiaqi
Published: January 2024

Seven vegetable genotypes, including tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum L), eggplant (Solanum melongena linn), cucumber (Cucumis sativus L), and okra (Hibiscus esculentus L), planted at significant vegetable production areas, were the subject of a systemic survey to determine the association of plant parasitic nematodes and to evaluate the losses. Twenty locations around the vegetable growing region were used to gather 130 samples. The findings indicated that plant parasitic nematodes were present in 85% of the vegetable fields. In decreasing frequency, the plant parasitic nematodes discovered infecting vegetables were Helicotylenchus spp. (Steiner) (3.2%), Xiphinema spp. (Cobb) (5.1%), Meloidogyne javanica (Treub) (6.0%), Pratylenchus spp. (Thorne) (15.2%), and M. incognita (Kofoid & White) Chit. (85.0%) The average prevalence of plant parasitic nematodes was 47.19%, ranging from 0 to 85.0%. In the majority of the examined vegetable crops, Pratylenchus spp. and M. incognita population concentrations were possibly hazardous. We found yield losses of 32.5% for four commercially cultivated vegetables, greater than those in industrialized nations. Increased losses might result from growers' ignorance of these plant parasitic nematodes. Experiments were conducted in the greenhouse at a temperature of 25°C to test seven summer vegetables for Meloidogyne incognita infection. Cucumber roots had much more galls and egg masses at harvest than the other genotypes' roots. M. incognita's invasion and growth were tested on cucumbers. The way each therapy responded to the M. incognita infection varied. Maximum nematode invasion and growth were seen across all treatments. Relationship between root weight and the quantity of M. incognita growing. Keywords: Cucumber, Nematode, association, vegetable, Tomato, okra, eggplant
ISSR-based DNA profiling of the Skimmia laureola population in Pakistan
Authors: Farid Maham , Nasir Bukhtawer
Published: January 2024

This study aimed to analyze the genetic diversity of Skimmia laureola population in Pakistan and determine the population pattern of this endangered species. Skimmia laureola is a medicinal plant that has been utilized successfully for treatments. The essential oil present in their leaves is used in scenting soap. In Pakistan, it is widespread in Swat, Kashmir hills and Hazara region. Many plants are designated as endangered in IUCN red list. This plant is considered endangered because its population size has shrunk. Population size has shrunk up to 81 percent. The preservation and protection of biodiversity is a current study and conversation hot-button worldwide. Germplasm of Skimmia is taken from different regions of Pakistan. Different DNA markers have been used in agriculture, crop genetics and breeding. ISSR is a dominant marker used in genetic study and analysis. Ten ISSR primers were used and different bioinformatics tools were applied to check the diversity and analyze the phylogenetic analysis. The results showed that the total bands or alleles were identified as 1507 and that the number of bands per locus was 91.69. PIC ranges from 0.29435 (ISSR-8) to 0.34830 (ISSR-5). The PCoA showed the clustering of the genotypes with overlapping, indicating possible sisters. UPGMA-based dendrogram studied 15 genotypes into four clusters. The findings of this study contributed to the protection of this threatened plant and helped stop its future extinction. Keywords: IUCN, Phylogenetic Tree, genetic structure, genetic diversity, dendrogram
Load-Bot- Automatic System for Goods Loading and Unloading
Authors: B S Shruthi
Published: January 2024

Abstract: The transportation of goods from one point to multiple other points can be carried out manually or automatically using load-bot. In the manual method, human labour is required to load and unload the goods, as well as operate the vehicle to transport them. In contrast, the automatic method involves the use of robotic or autonomous systems to handle the loading and unloading of goods and to drive the vehicle to the desired destinations. Both manual and automatic load-carrying vehicles have their advantages and disadvantages. Manual transportation may be more cost-effective in some cases, particularly for smallscale operations, while automatic transportation offers greater efficiency and speed, particularly for larger operations or those involving heavy loads. Additionally, automatic transportation reduces the need for human labour, potentially improving safety and reducing labour costs. The choice between manual and automatic load-carrying vehicles will depend on factors such as the size of the operation, the nature of the goods being transported, the available resources, and the desired level of efficiency and automation.
A Comprehensive Analysis of Financing Challenges and Strategies for Small-Scale Industries
Authors: Dubey Shrinkhla
Published: January 2024

Abstract: Small-scale industries (SSIs) constitute a vital sector in India's economic landscape, contributing significantly to employment and fostering entrepreneurship. However, SSIs face persistent challenges in accessing adequate financing, impacting their growth potential. This research investigates the financing landscape of SSIs in India, specifically focusing on Lucknow as a case study. Through a mixed-methods approach involving surveys and interviews, the study explores the challenges faced by SSIs, evaluates various financing mechanisms, and assesses the impact of government policies. Findings highlight high-interest rates, collateral requirements, and financial literacy as major challenges. Bank loans dominate as a financing source, while microfinance and government schemes play substantial roles. The Prime Minister's Employment Generation Programme receives positive feedback. The study contributes valuable insights to policymakers and stakeholders working towards enhancing financial inclusion for SSIs.
An Attempt to Design of High-Rise Structures Using ETABS
Authors: Khadake Sagar N.
Published: January 2024

Abstract: This paper aims to discuss about ETABS (i.e., Extended Three Dimensional Analysis of Building Systems) and its various stages of Design civil engineering structures. Designer will be able to specify the loads and perform the analysis all conveniently and quickly. It helps in understanding the overall behavior of the structure in terms of resulting bending moment, shear forces and deformations which can be viewed or plotted. Define the boundary conditions, assign material properties. Designer will be able to generate the geometry
The Effect of Negative Parenting Attitudes Perceived by Adolescents on Smartphone Overdependence: The Mediating Effect of Self-esteem and Aggression
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Park Hyun Been , Yang Ji Woong
Published: January 2024

Objectives The purposes of this study were to analyze the structural relationships among negative parenting atti-tudes perceived by adolescents, self-esteem, aggression, and smartphone overdependence and to investigate the mediating effect of self-esteem and aggression on the relationship between negative parenting attitudes and smartphone overdependence.
Methods For this purpose, 2,359 students(1,262 males and 1,097 females) in the third year of middle school were selected as subjects using data from the Korean Children and Youths Panel Survey(KCYPS) 2018. For the col-lected data, descriptive statistical analysis, Pearson's correlation analysis were performed using SPSS 23.0 and the structural model was verified through AMOS 21.0.
Results First, the correlation analysis of negative parenting attitudes, self-esteem, aggression, and smartphone overdependence showed significant correlations among all variables. Second, self-esteem and aggression each had a partial mediating effect on the relationship between negative parenting attitudes and smartphone over-dependence. Third, self-esteem and aggression sequentially influenced smartphone overdependence in the relationship between negative parenting attitudes and smartphone overdependence.
Conclusions This means that the higher the adolescents' perceived negative parenting, the lower their self-esteem, which in turn leads to higher aggression, which has a significant effect on increasing smartphone overdependence. In order to reduce smartphone overdependence among adolescents, education and counseling to improve self-esteem and reduce aggression are needed along with smartphone overdependence prevention education.
Music Therapy Intervention Research Trend Analysis Associated with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): Focusing on Domestic Academic Journals and Theses from 2000 to 2022
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Hwang Ji Seon , Lee Ji Kyung
Published: January 2024

Objectives This study aims to understand the overall flow of past research by analyzing trends in music therapy intervention research related to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in South Korea and to present data that will serve as a direction and basis for follow-up research.
Methods Initially, it was found 176 studies published between January 2000 and December 2022. A total of 19 papers were finally selected after 8 rounds of literature purification process. This was sequentially classified into research information, characteristics of study participants, and music therapy intervention-related information.
Results Among the final 19 studies, 8 were quantitative studies and 9 were qualitative studies. The number of papers published every five years was the highest from 2005 to 2009 and from 2015 to 2019, with 6 papers each. As for the number of research participants, 10 studies (52.63%) had less than 10 participants, and 3 papers (15.79%) had more than 50 participants. 119(28.81%) participants were aged between teens and 40s. The most common type of trauma experienced by participants was ‘repetitive trauma’, with 17 people (89.48%). Regarding music therapy intervention, the independent variable was ‘expressive music activity’, which was the most com-mon with 9 studies(47.37%), and the dependent variable was ‘composite’ variable with two or more areas estab-lished, which was the highest with 8 studies(42.11%). The type of intervention was ‘group’ in 10 cases (52.63%), and the number of sessions was 10 to 19 sessions, 8 cases (42.11%). The intervention time was 40 to 50 minutes in 4 cases (21.05%). Lastly, the location of music therapy intervention was often carried out in a ‘music practice room or music therapy room’. Except for four papers, treatment interventions were performed by professional music therapists.
Conclusions This study provided a comprehensive perspective on the characteristics of music therapy for pa-tients with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).