bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
COVID-19 management in the emergency ward
Authors: Ahmadi Omid , Nasr-Esfahani Mohammad , Azimi Meibody Azita , Ebrahimi Mehdi , Maghami-Mehr Asieh
Published: August 2023

The confirmed and suspected cases of the 2019 novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) have increased in the entire world. There is still no vaccine or definitive treatment for this virus due to its unknown pathogenesis and proliferation pathways. Optimized supportive care remains the main therapy, and the clinical efficacy for the subsequent agents is still under investigation. Enormous demand for handling the COVID-19 outbreak challenged both the health-care personnel and medical supply system. As outbreaks of COVID-19 develop, prehospital workers, emergency medical services personnel, and other emergency responders are potentially asked to follow specific practice guidelines to mitigate the effects of an escalating pandemic. In this article, we have summarized the current guidance on potential COVID-19 management options. The recent experience with COVID-19 provided lessons on strategy and policymaking that the government and ministry of health should be on the alert and concentrate more on capacity to manage an outbreak like COVID-19. It is important to consider the new data that emerge daily regarding clinical characteristics, treatment options, and outcomes for COVID-19.
Molecular basis of acute coronary syndrome
Authors: Balashkevich Natalya , Kazymov Maxut , Syzdykbayev Marat , Adylova Aima
Published: August 2023

Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) comprise of various heart and blood vessels-related diseases. Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) is one of them. Basic researchers and cardiologists have witnessed landmark developments related to ACS and despite rapid refinement in our understanding; scientists are seeking answers for more questions. Scientists have mapped wide ranging proteins and intricate protein networks which play central role in the pathogenesis in ACS. In this review, we have attempted to summarize underlying causes of ACS. Better understanding of the disease pathology will enable us to get a step closer to an effective clinical management.
The associations of low birth weight with primary hypertension in later life
Authors: Sabri Mohammad Reza , Habibi Danial , Ramezaninezhad Davood , Ghazavi Roghaieh , Gheissari Alaleh , Mohammadifard Noushin , Mansourian Marjan , Sarrafzadegan Nizal
Published: August 2023

Background:

The purpose of this study was to evaluate of the study the role of LBW on EH in children and by studying the existing published literature.

Materials and Methods:

A comprehensive literature search for original studies was conducted in Clarivate Analytics Web of Science, PubMed, Scopus, and Embase until July 2019. The search used all of the main keywords and its synonyms include essential hypertension, primary hypertension, essential arterial hypertension, idiopathic hypertension, spontaneous hypertension; child, childhood, children, pediatric, pediatrics, infant, infancy, newborn, neonatal, adolescence, teenagers; and BW, newborn weight, neonatal weight, BW.

Results:

Twelve articles were eligible for the final evaluation. Due to the difference among studies in the report, studies were divided into two-part. The first part, articles were reported in the LBW and NBW groups (interested outcome were SBP and DBP), and the second part was composed as the EH and NR groups (interested outcome were LBW and NBW). In the first part, SMD for SBP was -1.09 with 95% CI (-1.91,-0.26), and was statistically significant (Z=2.58, P=0.010). As well, SMD for DBP was -0.68 with 95% CI (-1.32,-0.05) statistically significant (Z=2.10, P=0.036). In the second part, SMD for SBP was 0.77 with 95% CI (-0.85, 2.39), and was statistically significant (Z=0.93, P=0.352). Subgroup analysis was performed on the pre-term and full- term babies. SMD for SBP was -0.08 with 95% CI (-0.51, 0.35) in the pre-term, and the full-term was -2.07 with 95% CI (-3.47, -0.67). As well, SMD for DBP was -0.02 with 95% CI (-0.20, 0.17) in the preterm, and the term was -1.35 with 95% CI (-1.57, -1.13).

Conclusion:

Although findings of the correlation between BW and EHTN have conflicted. To our knowledge, this is the first report that attempts to a conclusion.
Role of Augmenter of Liver Regeneration on Testicular Ischemia and Ischemia/Reperfusion Injury: An Experimental Study
Authors: Kavak N , Güler İ , Akcan G , Sürel AA , Güngörer B , Abatay K , Abatay MP , Balcı N , Kavak RP , Döger C
Published: August 2023

ABSTRACT

Background:

Testicular torsion causes ischemic injury, and torsion causes reperfusion injury.

Aim:

Evaluating the role of augmenter of liver regeneration (ALR) in testicular ischemia and ischemia/reperfusion injury.

Materials and Method(s):

Seventy-eight (78) healthy Wistar albino male rats were randomly divided into four groups; control (C) (n = 6), sham (S) (n = 24), torsion (T) (n = 24), and torsion/detorsion (T/D) (n = 24). S, T, and T/D groups were divided into four subgroups (n = 6) as 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th hours. Blood, tissue ALR, and histology analyses were performed between groups and subgroups.

Results:

The increase in plasma ALR values at the 3rd and 4th hours compared to the 1st hour in the T group were significant (P < 0.01, P < 0.001, respectively). In the T/D group, a significant increase was observed in plasma ALR values at the 3rd and 4th hours compared to the 1st hour (P < 0.05, P < 0.001, respectively). Plasma ALR values at the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th hours were higher in the T and T/D groups than in the C group (P < 0.001, P < 0.05, respectively). Plasma ALR values were higher in the T group at the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th hours than in the S group (P < 0.05). A significant increase was observed in tissue ALR at the 3rd and 4th hours than at the 1st hour in the T group (P < 0.05, P < 0.001, respectively). A significant increase was observed in tissue ALR at the 3rd and 4th hours than in the 1st hour in the T/D group (P < 0.05, P < 0.001, respectively).

Discussion:

ALR in plasma and testicular tissue has a potential role in the early diagnosis of testicular torsion and in predicting the prognosis of T and T/D.
The Efficacy of Nurse-Led Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Improving the Quality of Life in Patients with Sudden Hearing Loss
Authors: Açikgöz GG , Su S
Published: August 2023

ABSTRACT

Background:

The quality of life decreases in patients with sudden hearing loss due to hearing problems. In addition, complications due to hyperbaric oxygen therapy can reduce the quality of life.

Aim:

This study was conducted to examine the efficacy of nurse-led hyperbaric oxygen therapy in improving the quality of life in patients with sudden hearing loss.

Subjects and Methods:

This one-group pretest-posttest design study was conducted with 34 patients with Sudden Hearing Loss who applied to a university hospital for Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy between November 2018 and February 2019. The data were collected using the Patient Information Form, World Health Organization Quality of Life Scale (WHOQOL-BREF), and Pure Tone Threshold Audiogram.

Results:

WHOQOL-BREF’s quality of life rating (2.59 ± 0.86–3.68 ± 0.59), satisfaction with health status (2.65 ± 0.69–3.62 ± 0.60), physical domain (11.58 ± 2.08–14.84 ± 2.38), psychological domain (12.80 ± 2.21–15.82 ± 2.26), social domain (14.63 ± 3.09–16.78 ± 2.67) and environmental domain (14.25 ± 2.55–16.34 ± 2.60) mean scores significantly increased compared to the pre-treatment scores (p < 0.001). The presence of an acute illness in the last month, the persistence of sudden hearing loss symptoms, level of hearing loss, presence of chronic illness, and smoking were found to affect the quality of life.

Conclusions:

At the end of the nurse-led hyperbaric oxygen therapy in patients with sudden hearing loss, the quality of life increased and the hearing loss decreased. The most important factor affecting the quality of life was the persistence of symptoms of sudden hearing loss.
Severe Thrombocytopenia with Acute Cerebral Infarction: A Case Report and Literature Review
Authors: Li C , Xu BF , Zhang M , Song YM , Liu R
Published: August 2023

ABSTRACT

Common causes of thrombocytopenia include pseudo-thrombocytopenia, splenomegaly, decreased bone marrow production, and increased platelet destruction or depletion. The main clinical manifestation is bleeding, and thrombosis-related complications are rare. This article reports an 87-year-old woman with severe thrombocytopenia for more than 7 years. On day 6 in the hospital, the patient suddenly fell into a coma, and emergency head computed tomography (CT) displayed acute cerebral infarction of the left cerebellar hemisphere, brainstem, and left thalamus. Although thrombocytopenia is often associated with bleeding, there is still a need for vigilance against ischemic diseases. We analyzed the possible causes of acute cerebral infarction with thrombocytopenia and reviewed the literature. Our case is different from the causes of cerebral infarction reported in previous articles, so the relationship between thrombocytopenia and acute cerebral infarction needs further study. The patient, in this case, was not given anticoagulant or antiplatelet therapy but recovered well. It shows that individualized treatment is effective.
Job stress among a sample of Nigerian immigration officers: The influence of sociodemographics, job commitment, and personality traits
Authors: Koleoso Olaide N. , Akanni Oluyemi O.
Published: August 2023

BACKGROUND:

Workplace stress is often cited as a cause of occupational illness and related organizational consequences.

OBJECTIVES:

This study examined the determinants of work-related stress among Nigerian immigration officers considering the influence of sociodemographics, job commitment, and personality traits.

METHODS:

A cross-sectional design was adopted. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire which contained the 44-item Big Five Inventory, Job Stress Scale, and Organizational Commitment Scale from a sample of Nigerian immigration officers in Lagos, Nigeria. The responses were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics.

RESULTS:

Findings from this study showed that marital status and ethnicity significantly predicted stress at work. The single and Yoruba tribe participants experienced greater job stress compared to others. Further, age, ethnicity, marital status, affective commitment, conscientiousness, and openness traits jointly predicted job stress, with only age made an independent effect on job stress.

CONCLUSION:

Stress at work is one of the most common problems faced by Nigerian immigration officers. Therefore, the human resources departments in such agencies of government should pay more attention to psychosocial variables found in this study when implementing stress management programs to improve performance. This will aid in achieving the set goals of the establishment of the immigration force.
Exploring the complex relationship between obesity and mental health: A narrative review
Authors: Kar Nilamadhab , Kar Sneha
Published: August 2023

Obesity is a major public health problem worldwide. Its association with multiple physical morbidities is well known. Although there is a massive impact of obesity on mental health, these areas are not adequately highlighted. Following a comprehensive literature search, this narrative review describes the complex relationship of obesity and mental health, reflecting on its clinical relevance. Obesity is a psychologically stressful factor in itself; it is also associated with stigma, discrimination, abuse, social ridicule, isolation, and various other challenges. Obesity affects body image perception, self-esteem, and mood, along with social and occupational activities. Obesity is associated with many psychiatric illnesses, e.g., depression, anxiety, stress-related disorders, psychoses, bulimia nervosa, binge eating, cognitive impairment, and dementia, in various ways, as a risk factor or clinical feature. Weight gain and obesity are also common side effects of different psychiatric drugs. Along with its impact on mental health, obesity impairs quality of life. It is essential to improve awareness about the relationship of obesity and mental health, and to take necessary steps to prevent, manage, and reduce the impact of obesity.
A Mid-fidelity Model in the Loop Feasibility Study for Implementation
of Regenerative Antilock Braking System in Electric Vehicles
Authors: Ghanami Nastaran , Nikzadfar Kamyar , Mohammadi Daniali Hamid Reza
Published: August 2023

The tailpipe zero-emission legislation has pushed the automotive industry toward
more electrification. Regenerative braking is the capability of electric
machines to provide brake torque. So far, the regenerative braking feature is
primarily considered due to its effect on energy efficiency. However, using
individual e-machines for each wheel makes it possible to apply the antilock
braking function due to the fast torque-tracking characteristics of permanent
magnet synchronous motors (PMSM). Due to its considerable cost reduction, in
this article, a feasibility study is carried out to investigate if the ABS
function can be done purely through regenerative braking using a mid-fidelity
model-based approach. An uni-tire model of the vehicle with a surface-mount PMSM
(SPMSM) model is used to verify the idea. The proposed ABS control system has a
hierarchical structure containing a high-level longitudinal slip controller and
a low-level SPMSM torque controller. Given the uncertainties of the tire–road
dynamics, a sliding mode control method is designed and employed as a high-level
slip controller. Also, a PID vector control method is used to keep the SPMSM
braking torque at the optimal value requested by the high-level controller.
Moreover, in order to estimate the tire longitudinal slip and vehicle velocity,
an extended Kalman filter (EKF) is developed that estimates both parameters at
the same time. The results show that the proposed hierarchical control and
estimators can keep the tire longitudinal slip at the optimal value and prevent
the wheel from locking in a variety of road conditions.
Prediction and Control of Connected Mixed Traffic under Different
Information Flow Topologies
Authors: Guo Longxiang , Jia Yunyi
Published: July 2023

Different platoon controls of connected automated vehicles have been studied to
improve the entire fleet’s overall energy efficiency and driving safety. The
platoons can be used during highway cruising to reduce unnecessary braking,
shorten required headway, and thus improve traffic capacity and fuel economy.
They can also be used in urban driving to improve traffic efficiency at
intersections. However, there remain two problems that prevent the technology
from achieving maximum benefit. First, the presence of human-driven vehicles
will change the behavior of the fleet and platoon control of connected mixed
traffic. Second, the communication uncertainties impose negative impacts on the
dynamics of the platoon. A high-performance state predictor for surrounding
vehicles can reduce the human-driven vehicle’s influence and help handle
communication uncertainties better. This article proposes a novel inverse model
predictive control (IMPC)-based approach to capture and predict longitudinal
human driving behaviors. It is also leveraged to formulate an efficient ego
vehicle model predictive control (MPC) approach to handle random communication
delays and packet losses in three different communication topologies: the
predecessor following, the predecessor–leader following, and the
multi-predecessor following. The proposed approach is compared with several
prediction approaches in simulation to demonstrate its effectiveness and find
the appropriate communication topology for mixed traffic platoon control. The
results show that the predecessor–leader following topology can enhance the
benefits of the integrated model predictive control strategy. Specifically, it
can lower the average control errors of the following connected and automated
vehicles by more than 50% and decrease the control efforts by 10%.
Modern interpretation of the essential characteristics of strategic management of the development of labor potential
Authors: Shevchenko Inna , Petryk Anastasiia , Stohul Kira
Published: August 2023

The article is devoted to generating a modern interpretation of the essential characteristic of strategic management of the development of labor potential. A comparative analysis of the evolution of scientists' approaches to the interpretation of the essential characteristics of the categories "strategic management" and "labor potential" in the period 2003-2018 was carried out. According to the results of the content analysis, the key features of the definitions of the categories "strategic management" and "labor potential" available in the scientific literature were identified, in particular: for the category "strategic management" – dynamism, openness, flexibility (adaptability), purposefulness, predictability (orientation towards the future), systematicity, cyclicality, complexity, long-term, attainability, effectiveness, availability of resources, compliance with the mission (visions, concepts); for the category "labor potential" – the unity of realized potential and unrealized potential, the unity of quantitative characteristics and qualitative characteristics, complex structure, multilevel, multifactor, turbulence, orientation towards achieving a goal (plan, result). On the basis of the synthesis of the identified key features of the definitions of the categories "strategic management" and "labor potential" available in the scientific literature, a modern interpretation of the essential characteristics of strategic management of the development of labor potential was generated as: strategic management of the development of labor potential is a dynamic systemic process of complex purposeful influence on the quantitative and qualitative characteristics of labor potential carriers with the aim of ensuring the most effective realization of all components of labor potential and achieving long-term goals at the micro-, meso- and macro- levels in accordance with the mission (vision, concept) in conditions of turbulence of the external and internal environment and limited resources. The interpretation of the essential characteristics of strategic management of the development of labor potential offered by the authors is modern, because it takes into account the key features of the definitions of the categories "strategic management" and "labor potential". The modern interpretation of the essential characteristics of strategic management of the development of labor potential harmoniously complements the theoretical and scientific basis of the strategic management of the development of labor potential.
Hydrocarbon Potential and Depositional Environment of the Shiranish Formation in Northern Iraq
Authors: Ahmed Mohamed , Al-Rashidi Mohamed , Alkhafaji Mohamed
Published: August 2023

Shiranish Formation at three localities in Northern Iraq (Pulkana, Dokan, and Sufaya) was studied to determine hydrocarbon generation potential and conditions of the depositional environment. For this purpose, 15 rock samples were collected from subsurface sections (Pulkana and Sufaya oil fields) and 5 surface samples from the Shiranish outcrop in the Dokan area. These samples were subjected to Rock-Eval pyrolysis analysis, in addition to biomarker analysis of the bitumen extract of one sample. Total organic carbon, S2, and hydrogen index values of the Formation samples from the Sufaya oil field, and the Dokan outcrop were generally low; indicating that Shiranish Formation is non-hydrocarbon source rocks. On the other hand, the Total organic carbon, S2, and HI of the Shiranish Formation for Pulkana oilfield samples are generally high; indicating that Shiranish Formation can be regarded as a fair source of rocks. Tmax and biomarker data indicate that the organic matter of the Shiranish Formation is immature-early mature. Moreover, the hydrogen index, oxygen index, and biomarker data indicate that the Shiranish Formation contains type II and II/III and was deposited under an anoxic depositional environment at Pulkana. At Sufaya and Dokan, Shiranish Formation contains type III and IV kerogen deposited in a more oxic environment.
Springs Water Quality Assessment for Drinking Purposes: A Case Study of Bsaira, Jordan
Authors: Al-Hamaiedeh Husam , Al-Rfo’u Faten , Al-Hamaideh Khawla , El-Hasan Tayel , Alakayleh Zuhier
Published: August 2023

Water scarcity is one of the biggest challenges to Jordan. Jordan is considered one of the poorest countries in the world in terms of freshwater availability. The protection of freshwater springs from pollution is among the possible solutions that can help in mitigating the water scarcity problem. In this study, the quality and quantity of water flowing from three springs namely Um Sarab, Dana, and Gharandl within Bsaira area that is located in Tafilah governorate in Jordan were evaluated as potential drinking water sources. During the spring period (March to June 2021), several water samples from the springs were collected and tested for biological, physical, and chemical parameters. Spring water samples were tested for (Ni, Co, Cr, Cu, Fe, Pb, Mn, Zn, Na+, K+, Mg2+, Ca2+), pH, total dissolved solids, chemical oxygen demand, turbidity, total solids, total coliforms, and E-coli. Results indicated that all the physical and chemical parameters of water in the three springs are within the acceptable standard limits according to Jordanian standards for drinking water. However, the biological parameters (i.e. total coliforms and E-coli) exceeded the permissible limits, and this is more significant in Gharandl spring. The field investigation of the study area showed that the main sources of pollution are the presence of many septic tanks and agricultural activities in the surrounding areas of the springs. Therefore, applying Jordanian regulations for the protection of groundwater resources can significantly improve the quality of water in these springs. The total quantity of water from these springs exceeds 1300 m3/day which is considered a significant source of drinking water after local treatment and disinfection.
IMPLEMENTATION OF THE MINIMUM SERVICE STANDARD POLICY FOR TRANSPORTATION OF PEOPLE BY TRAIN ON THE YOGYAKARTA-SOLO ELECTRIC RAIL TRAIN
Authors: Churniawan Erifendi , Priyanto Sapto
Published: July 2023

The Minister of Transportation of the Republic of Indonesia has issued Regulation of the Minister of Transportation Number PM 63 of 2019 concerning Minimum Service Standards for Transportation of People by Train which is a reference for infrastructure operators and / or operators of railway facilities in providing services to service users. Tidak terkecuali bagi PT. Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) DAOP VI Yogyakarta which is the organizer of the Yogyakarta-Solo Electric Rail Train.This research is about the Implementation of the Regulation of the Minister of Transportation of the Republic of Indonesia Number 63 of 2019 concerning Minimum Service Standards for Transportation of People by Train, by taking place at PT. Indonesian Railway DAOP VI Yogyakarta. This research method is normative legal research, which uses key informants as research subjects, to analyze the development of information and its sources, then the sampling technique used is purposive sampling. The population in the study was all management and employees at PT. Kereta Api Indonesia DAOP VI Yogyakarta, while the sample used was only partly from the management and employees of PT. Indonesian Railway DAOP VI Yogyakarta dimulai dari arahan key informan. The results of the study are expected to inform that the implementation of the Ministerial Regulation has been implemented by the railway operator, namely PT. Kereta Api Indonesia DAOP VI Yogyakarta properly and correctly as stated in the provisions of the Regulation of the Minister of Transportation of the Republic of Indonesia Number 63 of 2019.
Comparative Exploration of Traditional versus Improved Cultivation Practices vis-à-vis Return on Investment of Jute Production System in lower Gangetic Plain of India
Authors: Lal Sudhanand Prasad
Published: July 2023

"In the current study, an effort has been conferred to estimate the comparative return value per one-rupee investment for jute cultivation with traditional and improved practices. The research was carried out in four villages of two selected blocks of Murshidabad district in West Bengal and cost concepts were used for the estimation of the return on investment. In this inquiry, all calculations were done as per the land unit of acre (1 acre = 0.406 ha or 3.03 bigha). There were 35.85% savings in case of hired labour costs, while following improved practices over traditional practices. The Cost C2 for improved practices was almost 20% less than the Cost C2 incurred for traditional practices. Both the probability metric, B:C ratio and return on investment had been calculated in this manuscript. The benefit-cost (B:C) ratio over Cost C2 (includes all the production costs) and Cost B1 (total cost excluding the rental value of owned land and imputed value of family labour) for improved practices were 40.16% and 49.62% higher than that of traditional practices, respectively. The return on investment over both the Cost C2 and Cost B1 for improved practices were almost 100% than the traditional practices. That’s why the inclusion of improved technologies like multi-row seed drill, CRIJAF nail weeder, high-quality seeds like JRO 204, talc-based microbial consortium ‘CRIJAF SONA’, etc. are indispensable for jute production. So, it was evident that there was much more profitability in case of jute cultivation with improved practices for the marginal land-holding farmers."
Deriving Willingness to Pay: A Framework for Environmental Protection
Authors: Prakash Ujwal
Published: July 2023

"With the intensification of globalization and progressive strides towards fostering economic growth, environmental degradation in India has increased manifold with the development process amplifying it as a consequence of increased human consumption. This paper established quantitatively estimated conditional possibilities of willingness to pay by an individual as a measure to contain environmental degradation. Using logit regression, the study empirically validated the willingness to pay conditions by focusing on a primary data sample of 164 respondents from Ranchi district as the study area in Jharkhand. This study indicated that corrective actions by individuals to contain environmental degradation can be effectively induced by increased governmental interventions. This study is significant in the present context when the developmental process in India is manifested by increasing environmental degradation."
Composting of Natural Fibre Wastes for Preparation of Organic Manures and Bio-enhancers
Authors: Ray Deb Prasad
Published: July 2023

"Various agricultural and industrial activities produce natural fibre waste that can harm the environment if not disposed properly. These wastes contain valuable plant nutrients that need to be recycled to sustain soil quality and health, and reduce environmental pollution. Composting is an efficient, sustainable, and inexpensive way to treat solid wastes. This study focused on the preparation of composts from jute leaf waste, pineapple leaf wastes, banana pseudo stem waste along with retting liquors as bio-enhancers and to evaluate their quality. The quality of compost determines its ability to perform its projected function. The feedstocks are the main factor that affects the compost qualities, but the composting process also counts. The compost and retting liquors were tested in the laboratory for different parameters such as electrical conductivity, pH, organic carbon, total nitrogen, total phosphorus and potassium, micronutrients, heavy metals and C/N ratio. The results showed that compost made from natural fibre and bio-enhancer i.e. retting liquor can be a good source of plant nutrition and microbial activity. Pineapple leaf waste had a higher C: N ratio than jute leaf waste which resulted faster decomposition of jute leaves. Retting liquor had more bacteria than fungi. No actinomycetes were seen in the liquor. Waste wool had the highest nitrogen content among other fibre residues, so it can be a sustainable alternative to nitrogen source for crop nutrition. The quality evaluation will give us an insight on influence of compost produced from natural fibre waste in crop production."
Dynamics of Maize Production in Changing Climatic Scenario of Bihar: A Stochastic Frontier Approach
Authors: Rahaman S.M.
Published: July 2023

"The study attempted to capture the changing scenario of maize production and its efficiency in Bihar agriculture using an unbalanced panel stochastic frontier model in a dataset of all three agro-climatic zones over a period of 15 years (2006-2020). The findings indicated that increasing crop area, machinery used, and irrigation all had a significant impact on maize productivity. A random effect of the Tobit model for panel data is employed to identify the factors that affect technical efficiency. The technical efficiency of maize production has an influence on the maximum temperature, increasing the maximum temperature limit that is detrimental to maize production. The technical score of the current maize production technology is 0.83 indicates that Bihar’s maize production is 83% technically efficient when accounting for climatic factors like maximum and minimum temperatures and rainfall. Technical efficiency scores for Zones 1 and 2, which are well known for being intensely maize-producing regions, are 0.84 and 0.88, respectively. Since crop leftover is distinct from maize production and may be utilized to increase technical efficiency, crop residue is strongly related to maize’s technical efficiency. The highest levels of technical efficiency were seen in Bihar’s maize production from 2006 to 2020, with an average technical efficiency of 0.88. Bihar’s agricultural Zone 2 has a maximum technical efficiency of 0.97, making it the state’s top producer of maize."
Thematic Review Paper on Business Zakat from 2015 to 2020
Authors: Awang Nurul Fatma Aziz@
Published: July 2023

"This paper examines the last five years of the literature trend on business zakat worldwide. Although, there have been numerous studies on zakat in the past years, studies on business zakat are scarce. The literatures mostly focuses on zakat institutions or zakat management (Sawmar & Mohammed, 2021b), or zakat on an individual basis (Bin-Nashwan et al. 2020). These past studies did not look at the zakat collection in the business sector and no other studies as far as this study concern have used the thematic analysis on the business zakat literature. This paper is the first to use thematic analysis approach introduced by Clarke and Braun (2013) using the software Atlas.ti version 9 (Zairul, 2020) to study business zakat. The literature search encompasses three databases: Scopus, WOS, and ScienceDirect. Four themes are found in this study which are the impact of business zakat, factors influencing the payment of business zakat, issues arising from the business zakat concept, and solutions proposed by some papers regarding the issues of business zakat. Since this study only focus on the business zakat owned by companies, the findings might not be suitable for business ownership owned by individuals. Nevertheless, the findings on business zakat issues are still significant enough to zakat scholars, which could be considered for future studies."
A Company’s Digital Goodwill: The Concept and Valuation Possibilities
Authors: Tiesheva Larysa
Published: July 2023

"The article shows that the development of digital economy provides opportunities for expanding the factors influencing the formation of goodwill. Approaches to understanding and formulating the concept of goodwill, its place and role in the landscape of intangible assets, as well as the features of calculation and reflection in accounting in general and in the conditions of the digital economy are considered. The phenomenon of a sharp increase in the market value of “digital companies” since the beginning of the 21st century, as well as a significant shift in the distribution of value factors towards intangible assets, is described. The need for further improvement of the regulatory and legislative support of accounting for intangible assets in the digital economy, including techniques and methods for evaluating intangible assets and goodwill in particular, is noted, which should ensure the introduction of the most rational of them into the regulatory and legislative framework for intangible assets accounting."
Pre-Hospital Practices Performed For Children With Burn Injuries
Authors: Aksu Çiğdem , Ülger İlhami
Published: August 2023

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the first aid practices that the mothers do in their burned children. The study was conducted as descriptive study in burn centers of a university hospital province, between August 2015 and May 2016. The study population consisted of inpatient children aged of 1–12 years who were treated in burn centers in related hospital during the study period, along with their mothers. The study was carried out with total 108 children and their mothers who met the research inclusion criteria. In our study, mothers were asked what kind of first-aid they apply when a burn has occurred and found that 48.1% of them spill water over the burn area. When the age of the participant children and the types of burns were examined, it was found that the burn rates of the 1-6 age group were higher in all types of burns than the other age groups.
Efficacy of Resin-Modified Glass Ionomer Cement Varnish and Sodium Fluoride Varnish in The Prevention of White Spot Lesions During Fixed Orthodontic Treatment- A Split Mouth Study
Authors: Kolge Neeraj Eknath
Published: July 2023

Objective: Evaluating efficacy of Resin-Modified Glass Ionomer Varnish and Sodium Fluoride Varnish in prevention of White Spot Lesions (WSLs) during early fixed orthodontic treatment; comparing the incidence of white spot lesions in control teeth and experiment teeth.

Methodology: Design: A Cross-sectional analytical split mouth study.

Setting: Orthodontic Department of Sinhgad Dental College and Hospital.

Participants: A sample size of 288 maxillary and mandibular anterior teeth (24 participants) with newly placed orthodontic brackets, allocated randomly into 4 subgroups, 2 experimental and 2 control.

Interventions: For each experimental quadrant in each patient, respective varnishes were applied on the labial surfaces of anterior teeth. WSLs were recorded before and after 3 months by direct visual inspection following International Caries Detection Assessment System II Criteria.

Results: There was significant difference between pre and post recordings of both the varnishes (p<0.05). The control groups showed higher incidence of (WSLs) as compared to the experimental groups (p<0.05).

Conclusion: The result obtained from the study suggested that both Sodium Fluoride Varnish (Embrace) and RMGI Varnish (Clinpro XT) will help to prevent WSLs in orthodontic treatments.

Study registration: Scientific advisory committee and institutional ethics committee.
An Examination of the Impact of the New Labour Codes on Shaping a New Paradigm for the Next Generation
Authors: Paul Souradypta , Adhikary Sudipta
Published: July 2023

More than 200 state laws and 40 central laws create collaborating jurisdictions; thus, reforms were necessary to put them all under a unified framework for the protection of a few of the mother law codes. Disputed termination of employment is addressed in several new sections added to the code. In a first in the history of labour law, social security rights have been extended to workers in the unorganised sector, including Migrant Workers, Platform Workers, etc. The Central Government would establish a "Social Security Fund" for Unorganised workers, as stated in this code. Workers from other states have also been given access to the benefits of the Public Distribution System. In addition, we must ensure that migrant workers have access to adequate housing and financial services. A statute that secures the employment rights of women in both the city and the country. As per the cultivation of the paper, it is explored that Labour Reform desperately needed. Working hours need to be changed, and a new work culture needs to be established in light of the current climate. Additional protections need to be defined for migrant workers, and particular legislation needs to be adopted to secure the safety and security of women in the workplace.
IN SILICO DESIGN OF B-CELL EPITOPE BASED PEPTIDE VACCINE FOR VARICELLA ZOSTER VIRUS
Authors: Khasana Anik Syaidatul Nur , Hartono Nur Lailieany Stellany , Permatasari Vanessya Oscar , Ramadhan Dian Laili , Sumadi Firasti Agung Nugrahening
Published: July 2023

More than 90% of the world's population has the varicella zoster virus (VZV) or better known as herpes zoster (snakepox/shingles) when they are exposed to chickenpox as children. The majority of children infected with chickenpox will recover. However, this virus can "sleep" for decades in the body and one-third of people with this virus can suddenly become active again in the form of herpes zoster or shingles. Herpes zoster or snake pox is a disease characterized by the appearance of a rash and water-filled nodules accompanied by pain on one side of the body. Herpes zoster can cause a painful rash as well as a wide spectrum of complications such as ischemic stroke which occurs when the blood supply to the brain is restricted by narrowed arteries or blocked by clots. Therefore, vaccines are needed as a preventive measure. Epitope-based peptide vaccines have advantages in terms of both selectivity and safety. The use of computational methods is a cost-effective way to develop vaccines. In this study the aim was to look at the ZVZ glycoprotein E protein sequence conservation areas using the in-silico method, to see the potential for the most immunogenic epitope of the protein sequence. Varicella zoster virus as a vaccine candidate through in-silico use. Some of the software and websites used are MEGA-X, IEDB, VaxiJen 2.0, BLASTp NCBI. Of the 7 sequences that have been collected, 3 candidate epitopes have antigenic properties and have also passed the similarity test so that they have the potential to develop peptide vaccines including: KGDLNPKPQGQ, PPATTKPKE, PAIQHICLKHTTCFQDVVVDVDCA
An Ayurvedic Approach to Paronychia w.s.r. to Kunakha: A Single Case Study
Authors: Tabassum Parveen  , Reetu Sharma
Published: July 2023

In Ayurveda all types of nail infections are referred as Kunakha. Word ‘Ku’ means ‘Bad’ and ‘Nakha’ means nail. In modern science, paronychia is one of the clinical conditions of nail bed infection. It induces ugliness to hands due to chronic recurrent infection, which is generally bacterial or fungal in nature. A single case study showing Kunakha condition, which had resistant to therapy in contemporary science, encouraging results after the administration of external and palliative Ayurvedic treatment (Shaman Chikitsa). Consecutive administration of Ayurvedic treatments (internal and external) for 60 days had shown positive outcomes in clinical symptoms as well as a notable change in appearance. The pathogenic characteristics of the nail were successfully diminished by the Shothahara, Rakta Prasadaka, and Strotoshodhaka action of the therapy, which was planned according to the fundamentals of Ayurveda.
An Observational Study on Graphical Presentation of Data - A Review
Authors: Rajiv Bansal  , Satender Khatri
Published: July 2023

The most effective means of disseminating scientific knowledge, influencing choices on the acceptance or rejection of a paper, and drawing the attention of the scientific community to study findings are figures and charts. Second, a low ink-to-data ratio (the avoidance of unnecessary shading, three dimensionality, gridlines, and what is commonly referred to as "chartjunk"), and third, clear and unambiguous axes labelling, are also important criteria. Histograms, bar charts (always with measurements of error), box-and-whiskers plots, scatter plots, and forest plots should all be included in the researcher's indispensable graphic toolkit. Methodology: The material of graphical presentation of data has been collected from different, articles, authentic literatures, manuscripts, and authentic net sources, like NCBI, PubMed etc. Conclusion: discovered the significance, practicality, and benefits of graphs. Finally, using examples, we covered the various graph kinds. The answer to the more difficult first question will be determined by your data. Do not let the sort of visual that will be utilized be determined by programme restrictions. If your programme is unable to create the sort of visual you want, alter the software, not the graphic.
A Critical Interpretation of Ethics in Research
Authors: Satender Khatri  , Rajiv Bansal
Published: July 2023

The moral standards that direct a person's behavior are known as ethics. Doing what is morally and legally correct in research is sometimes referred to as practicing research ethics. They are standards of behavior that set boundaries between what is morally correct and inappropriate. The article discusses the value of ethics in relation to organizing, carrying out, and disseminating research. Good Clinical Practice and several recommendations have been explored. The legal concerns that are pertinent to research procedures have been discussed in the essay. Researchers, ethics committees, and journal editors are just a few of the stakeholders who are very concerned about research misconduct and its consequences. The importance of research ethical awareness has been emphasized. Methodology: The material of research ethics has been collected from different, articles, authentic literatures, manuscripts, and authentic net sources, like NCBI, PubMed etc. Conclusion: For the researchers, a diligent mindset is crucial. To safeguard research participants from damage, it is crucial to uphold protocol compliance, informed consent processes, openness and integrity, confidentiality, and other standards.
Conceptual Study on Shiropichu and Its Role in Psychological Disorder
Authors: Gopesh Mangal  , Shalu Singhal  , Rajkumar Jha
Published: July 2023

The basic concept of Ayurveda is to maintain people's health through disease prevention and treatment. Psychological illnesses are caused by stressful lives and irregular daily routines in both adults and children. Murdha Tailam is one of the most effective methods to deal with the different types of disease related to Urdwajatru Murdha Tailam includes Shiro pichus, Shiroabyanga, Shiro lepa and Shirovasti. In a healthy living organism,   Ayurveda postulates the unique notion of Dosha, Dhatu, and Mala harmony. Shiropichu is a procedure under which a sterilized piece of cloth or gauze dipped in medicated Taila is placed on Brahma Randhra (anterior fontenalle). Over the vertex or crown of the head, the moistened or soaked Pichu is placed. The Pichu is wrapped in sterile bandage fabric. Warm oil is poured into the centre until the cloth or gauge is thoroughly saturated. It easily penetrates Manovaha srotas, changing Manas Dosha vitiation (Raja & Tama). At the same period, all Maanasvikaras are corrected by Taila's Bhrimhana, Balya, Vaatashamana, and Medhya properties. It works through exploit on Tarpak Kapha, Sadhak Pitta and Pran Vayu
Effect of Brahmi (Bacopa Monnieri) in the Treatment of Alzheimer's Disease from Ayurvedic Perspective - A Systematic Review
Authors: Raut Disha Anil  , Meena Jaikishan  , Arti  , Anshul
Published: July 2023

Objectives: Treatment of Alzheimer’s disease is the worldwide problem as it is having major impact on the memory. Ayurveda science describes Brahmi (Bacopa Monnieri) as memory enhancing drug which can improve the memory power in the Alzheimer’s disease. Data Sources: Classical textbooks and published research studies were searched in the context of use of Brahmi (Bacopa Monnieri) in the Alzheimer’s disease. Online search engines namely J gate, Google scholar, PubMed, DHARA online and AYUSH research portal were used for data mining of published research works. Review Methods: References and studies including the effect of Brahmi (Bacopa Monnieri) in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease were reviewed and reported according to the PRISMA guidelines. We include randomized controlled trials with mild cognitive impairment in Alzheimer’s disease which involves Bacopa Monnieri, its extract or its active ingredients. Results and Discussion: 5 studies found eligible for the search. Two studies used extracts of Bacopa Monnieri extracts while three studies used other drugs in combination with the Bacopa Monnieri extract. The cognitive subscale scores of the Alzheimer’s disease Assessment scale found in one study, mini mental state examination scores were found in three studies. All the studies found a significant difference in statistics. Hence, Brahmi (Bacopa Monnieri) may find to be effective in Alzheimer’s disease and its equivalent disease in Ayurveda. Conclusion: The evidence obtained from the present systematic review is of very low certainty. The evidence from 5 trials suggests that there is a very little difference between Bacopa Monnieri and a placebo or donepezil in the treatment of Alzheimer disease or mild cognitive impairment which needs to find in further future studies No major safety issues were reported in the trials included in this review.
An Ayurvedic Regime in the Management of Necrotizing Fasciitis: A Case Study
Authors: Jitesh Bansal  , Balveer Singh  , Narinder Singh  , Ashok Kumar  , P Hemantha Kumar
Published: July 2023

Necrotizing fasciitis is a fulminant and life-threatening condition characterized by progressive gangrene of the soft tissues affecting commonly abdominal wall and perineal region cause of which is polymicrobial infection. Necrotising fasciitis is a rapidly spreading infection that produces necrosis of the subcutaneous tissues and overlying skin. It is a surgical emergency that, usually necessitates immediate surgical debridement. High mortality rates are seen in necrotizing fasciitis involving perineum and external genitals especially in males range from 6.3 to 50%, which indicates that the variable outcome of patients with the disease is multifactorial. Infective microorganisms involve in sepsis in anorectal region are difficult to control as antimicrobials used to treat such infections have little penetration in tissues in anorectal region. Panchavalkala decoction shows properties like antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, immune-modulatory, antioxidant, antibacterial, antimicrobial wound purifying and healing, astringent properties in Dustavrana. We are presenting here a case of 32-year-old gentleman who was initially diagnosed as ischiorectal abscess having no history of diabetes and any chronic illness and visited in anorectal OPD of our hospital with severe pain in perineal region and fever in the past 6-7 days. He was treated as a surgical emergency with proper wound debridement and post-operative wound management was done with cleaning with decoction of Panchvalakala, dressing with Jatyadi oil and oral Ayurvedic medications.
A Conceptual Study of Kandara Sharir from Ayurvedic Samhita
Authors: Mayuri U. Thakur  , Pravin D. Balutkar
Published: July 2023

Rachana sharir is an important subject in Ayurveda. To cure any disease basic knowledge of anatomical concept must be required. In Ayurveda many concepts like Kurcha, Jala, Snayu, Kandra were described under Paribhasha (Terminologies) Sharir. Kandara is one of the unique concept of Ayurveda which was very well explained by Aacharya Sushrata in Sharirsthana. These are 16 in number. Rounded type of Snayu is also known as Kandara. Prasaranam and Aakunchanm is function of Kandara. Kandara is also known as Updhatu of Rakta. In modern Science they can be correlated with tendon. According to Sushruta Nidansthana Vishwachi, Grudhrasi diseases were related with Kandara. Many other reference books like Bhavprakash, Sharangdhar, Ashtanag Sangraha also explained Kandara sharir.