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Average condition and seasonal variability of the structure and dynamics of transitional waters in the Dnieper-Bug estuary region
Authors: Ilyin Yu. P.
Published: December 2023

Based on the data of long-term coastal and expeditionary observations, the structure and dynamics of transitional waters in the system of the Dnieper-Bug estuary (the DBE) before the destruction of the Kakhovka HPP are considered as the basis for the future description of changes in the hydrological regime. Average annual and seasonal maps and vertical sections of temperature and salinity are drafted. The article analyzes the main factors of formation and distribution of transitional waters such as river runoff, salinity (density) contrast and surface wind. A number of dimensional and dimensionless criteria and indicators of the transitional water dynamics within and outside the DBE are calculated and analyzed.

The analysis of previous studies of river water transformation in the North-Western part of the Black Sea (NWBS) and dynamics of floating plumes in other areas of the World Ocean's coastal zone allows us to establish a 14 P.S.U. isohaline as the outer limit for transitional waters of the NWBS.

According to the monitoring data of 1992-2020, the highest degree of desalination of the DBE and output of transition water from the Kinburn Strait was observed in spring, under the conditions of increasing volume of river runoff and predominant wind from the east. At the same time, the increasing repeatability of the south wind contributed to pushing the plume towards the coastal area outside the estuary. In summer, the influence of open sea waters on the DBE increased due to decreasing river runoff and increasing frequency of westerly winds.

According to theoretical criteria, under low-wind conditions, the estuary produces a surface-advective plume affected by buoyancy and Coriolis force, with no effect of friction in the bottom boundary layer. The distance over which such plume spreads, even in summer, does not exceed half way from the Kinburn Strait to the Odesa Bay. The ingress thereto of transitional waters of the DBE in spring and autumn can be facilitated by accompanying wind currents.

The main factor of the plume's summer dynamics includes both westerly wind and the currents it generates. The latter prevent the spread of transitional waters to the west along the coast, pushing them towards the estuary and to the south off it. This does not negate the possibility of a different plume behavior due to the increasing volume of river runoff and synoptic variability of the wind field during certain years and months.
Biogeochemical lichen indication study of formation and temporal changes of Oleksandriia Arboretum atmospheric pollution
Authors: Shabatura O. V. , Tyutyunnyk Yu. H. , Blum O. B.
Published: December 2023

Using the method of biogeochemical lichen indication the levels of the average long-term content of K, Ca, Al, Fe, Mg, Na, Mn, Zn, Sr, Ti, Ba Cu, B, Pb, Ni, V, Cr, Co, Cd, Se, Sb in surface air were measured on the territory of Olexandriia Arboretum and adjacent territories (Bila Tserkva, Kyiv Region, Ukraine). The purpose of the study is to determine the state and dynamics of the atmospheric geochemical field on the territory of Olexandriia Arboretum and its surroundings. The method of biogeochemical lichen indication based on the values of micro- and macroelements content in epiphytic lichens was used as a research tool. Application of the ICP-OES spectroscopy method allowed the analysis for chemical elements content of the samples of epiphytic deciduous Parmelia sulcata, Xanthoria parietina and bushy Evernia prunastri lichens collected in 2009 (20 points) and 2021 (23 points).

In order to identify possible sources of entering of certain elements into lichens the researchers used the factor analysis method, i.e. a method of principal components with Varimax factors rotation. Six obtained factors represent: the impact of land cover (the most significant factors F1–F3) and man-made components (minor polygenetic, factors F4–F6). As a factor's number decreases, its partial explanatory variance decreases too. Factor F1 represents a common dust loading on the atmosphere with a predominance of the terrigenous component (mostly coarse-dispersed particles). Factor F1 is responsible for the dust-aerosol loading that is largely caused by the microclimatic circulation of the city breeze type thus forming a peculiar atmospheric and geochemical association that consists of chemical elements related to the building industry and building materials production. Powerful, however, local (impactful) atmospheric man-made influences manifest themselves through factor F3. Minor factors' discrimination ability reduces if a source of atmospheric pollution is less significant. Both division of factors into subfactors and noticeable temporal dynamics are observed more often. For instance, factor F4 has two geochemical sub-associations affected by the impact on the Olexandriia's landscapes of the 1990s' ecological disaster (fall-out of oil products, geochemical marker – V) and galvanic waste causing soil pollution (Zn, Mg, Cr, Ni and Ti), as well as discharges of agricultural enterprises (K). One of the peculiarities of F4 is a gradual decrease in its intensity over time. Factor F5 should be interpreted as the only load on the environment associated with galvanic pollution with cobalt being replaced by copper as a leading pollution marker. We suggest considering Factor F6 as a factor associated with oil pollution only.
УСПЕНСЬКИЙ КОСТЕЛ – ХУДОЖНІЙ МУЗЕЙ: ВІХИ ІСТОРІЇ, ПОДІЇ, ЛЮДИ
Authors: Тетяна Кузнець , Присяжнюк Юлія
Published: December 2023

У статті синтезована різнопланова інформація про Успенський костел в Умані, будівля якого використовується як Картинна галерея – Художній музей (відділ Уманського краєзнавчого музею). Звернення до історії Луцько-Житомирської – Житомирської – Києво-Житомирської дієцезії дало можливість виправити наявну у багатьох публікаціях про костел помилку про його освячення. У статті систематизована інформація про ксьондзів, які правили у костелі.

У частині про Уманську картинну галерею використано спогади Лариси Цимбровської про формування фондової колекції, про співробітників, про виставку малюнків Наді Рушевої.

Вперше публікуються записані зі слів директорки галереї Тамари Гай матеріали про організацію роботи закладу, про поповнення колекції творів мистецтва, про спробу представників католицької громади Умані повернути будівлю костелу. Відображене толерантне ставлення католицького духовенства до проблеми повернення костелу.

Ключові слова: Успенський костел в Умані, Уманська картинна галерея, Умань, Житомирська дієцезія, конфесійна толерантність, Художній музей.
INFORMATION AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES FOR PROVIDING SOCIAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL SUPPORT TO CHILDREN AND YOUTH IN REMOTE ACCESS
Authors: Petrenko Serhiy
Published: December 2023

Family members, parents and caregivers are an important source of protection and emotional support for children. Children separated from their loved ones, during a crisis event, find themselves in an unfamiliar place, surrounded by unfamiliar people. They are often very frightened and unable to correctly assess the risk and dangers around them. Reuniting unaccompanied children, including teenagers, with their loved ones is an important first step. If the children are with their parents, you should try to support the adults in taking care of the children. People who may face discrimination and violence in a crisis situation. This category includes women or members of certain ethnic groups, in relation to whom there is an increased risk of discrimination or violence.

Svitlana Roiz explains that during the sound of sirens, the child’s auditory channel of perception is under a special load, so it needs to be «occupied» with something. To do this, you can sing in chorus, shout slogans against Utiputin and the Russian army, listen to audio fairy tales and music with headphones, take a guitar with you and arrange a concert for everyone.In order to provide psychological support to citizens of Ukraine who suffer from the consequences of russia’s armed aggression, the free online psychological help platform «Tell me» works around the clock. The project is implemented with the support of the Office of the President of Ukraine, the Ministry of Health and the Institute of Cognitive Modeling.In addition, the team of the Institute of Cognitive Modeling in cooperation with the Department of Medical Psychology, Psychosomatic Medicine and Psychotherapy of the Bogomolets National Medical University and specialists of the «Friend» project developed a psychological first aid bot. The bot also contains recommendations for maintaining psychological health.
Information Resources of Ukrainian Terminography: Kharkiv Terminological
Authors: Komova М. , Petrushka A. , Ludanov I.
Published: December 2023

The relevance of the research. The study of terminological processes that take place at a certain stage of the development of society is of permanent scientific importance both in the linguistic aspect and in any other aspect of the development of technology or culture. The issue of national term creation and term usage in priority positions is conditioned by the processes of consolidation of the scientific community’s forces to consider science, technology, and culture as an integral national phenomenon.

The purpose of the research is to study the role of the Kharkiv scientific community in the development of Ukrainian terminology during 1940–2020.

The methodology. The statistical method and the method of generalization provide empirical material regarding the facts of the publication of terminological dictionaries in Kharkiv. The use of analytical-synthetic, logical, comparative methods allows to describe the results of the research, to establish the role of the Kharkiv scientific community in the formation, normalization and codification of the modern Ukrainian scientific language. The visualization method allows to graphically present the results of the analysis of terminographic activity.

The results. The terminographic activity of scientific and educational institutions operating in Kharkiv unfolds in line with the nationwide processes of formation of terminological lexicography. The sectoral spectrum of terminographic works testifies to the breadth of scientific and technical, socio-economic, educational, and cultural priorities of Kharkiv region. Ukrainian terminology is represented by a wide variety of lexicographic works. Kharkiv institutions of higher education are the leading centers of terminographic work.

The scientific novelty. Modern terminology requires studying of the achievements of the leading scientific centers of Ukraine. The study of the state of publishing activity lies in the context of evaluating the general processes of formation of scientific schools in Ukrainian terminology. Scientific and educational institutions, professional centers, creative teams, Kharkiv scientists made a significant contribution to the development of the national terminological school. The modern level of normalization and codification of special vocabulary is formed by the consolidated efforts of all scientific centers of Ukraine.

The practical significance. The research popularizes the terminographic achievements of Kharkiv scientific schools, introduces into scientific circulation a set of dictionaries and encyclopedias describing modern scientific language.

The conclusion. The study of the temporality of terminographic processes, the sectoral composition of terminographic works testifies to the formation of powerful scientific schools in the city universities, the innovative positions of scientific teams, the interest of university management, as well as the civic attitude, professionalism, language training, and enthusiasm of the authors.
The Current State of Ukrainian Bibliography: Prospects for Overcoming the Crisis Situation
Authors: Markova V.
Published: December 2023

The relevance of the research. Experts ascertain the crisis state of modern book study. We consider it necessary to understand the essence of the crisis as a phenomenon and to understand whether it really is fraught with danger, or vice versa, it can breathe new life into book study in the context of the transformation of book industries in the digital environment.

The purpose of our scientific research is to analyze the state of modern book study in Ukraine and outline ways out of the crisis.

The methodology. The study was conducted using the method of analyzing.

The results. The status of modern as a scientific and educational discipline is considered. The following activities are proposed: revision of the object of bibliography, expansion of the scope of scientific research of bibliography due to the “return” of the figures of the author and reader, consideration of book communication and the processes taking place in it in a new communicative reality in integrity and interconnection, without breaking it into separate branches, parallel use as synchrony and diachrony in the analysis of the processes taking place in the book industry, the active involvement of comparative methods of analysis, as well as the productive involvement of the methodological apparatus of other sciences, the return to the socio-communicative approach as the main one in bibliography, the unification of the efforts of all those who in one way or another are involved in book industry, regardless of how they pose themselves in the scientific community.

The scientific topicality. An analysis of the current state of bibliography and the outlined prospects for overcoming the crisis can become a methodological basis for the further transformation of bibliography in the context of digital reality.

The practical significance. The results of the study can be used in the formation of a strategy for the development of bibliography.
Inclusive Library as an Agent of Changes in Society
Authors: Tiurkedzhy N. , Marina O.
Published: December 2023

The relevance of the article: In the aftermath of the full-scale Russian-Ukrainian war, Ukraine faces a critical juncture in its societal evolution. The need for inclusivity and the role of libraries in fostering it have become central issues. The urgent demand to analyze the impact of this conflict on the formation of an inclusive society in Ukraine needs to be studied.

The purpose of the article. This article aims to scrutinize the influence of the Russian-Ukrainian war on the processes involved in shaping an inclusive society in Ukraine. It focuses particularly on shifts in the perception of inclusivity, the significance of barrier-free environments, and the role of libraries in facilitating these changes.

Presentation of the main topic. The article delves into the transformation of Ukraine’s societal landscape in the wake of the war. It highlights how the conflict has influenced the conceptualization of inclusivity, emphasizing the importance of creating accessible environments and highlights the pivotal role of libraries as agents of changes in this context.

Conclusions. The analysis reveals a profound impact of the war on Ukraine’s approach to inclusivity. It elucidates how societal perceptions have shifted, placing a newfound emphasis on the creation of barrier-free spaces. Furthermore, the study underscores the instrumental role that libraries have played and continue to play in fostering inclusive communities.

The practical significance. This article offers insights into the evolving dynamics of inclusivity in post-war Ukraine. Policymakers, librarians, and community leaders can draw upon these findings to implement strategies that promote inclusivity and develop barrier-free environments. Libraries, as vital community hubs, can take the lead in this transformation, bridging gaps and facilitating social integration in the midst of conflict.
Big Data in the Book Industry of the PRC: Current State and Development Prospects
Authors: Wan Shuaitian
Published: December 2023

The relevance. With the introduction of electronic book publishing and electronic distribution in the book industry, a large amount of both structured and unstructured data is accumulating, the compilation of which has significant potential for the effective development of both individual market entities and the industry as a whole. In the PRC, the issue of implementing Big Data has been studied since 2012. To date, experience has been gained in using this technology that requires generalization.

The purpose of the scientific research is to analyze the current state and prospects for the development of Big Data technology in the Chinese book industry.

The methodology. The study was conducted using the method of analyzing.

The results. The analysis showed that Big Data technology has been actively used in almost all processes of the book industry over the past decade. Its implementation significantly simplifies the management of the industry, individual business entities, content, demand, consumer behavior, thanks to the possibility of forecasting based on reliable data, quickly collected and processed from numerous sources in various formats.

The scientific topicality. An analysis of the current state and prospects for the introduction of Big Data technology can become a methodological basis for the further transformation of the book industry in the context of digital reality.

The practical significance. The results of the study can be used in the formation of a strategy for the development of book industry in the context of digital transformation.
Inspiration Sources of Art Historian Liudmyla Sokoliuk
Authors: Machulin L.
Published: December 2023

A review of the book: L. D. Sokoliuk. Kharkiv Higher School of Art: from Modernism to Transformation (1921–1962). — Kharkiv: Publisher Oleksandr Savchuk, 2023. — 150 p., 140 illus.
Health Services Place Construction Design Based on Android and ISO/TEC 25010
Authors: Susanto Edy , Wahyu Wijaya Widiyanto
Published: December 2023

Health services are places where health efforts are carried out. The study found several problems with health care information, such as the County's official website providing information on only a few major hospitals, not all locations, and if using the Google Maps application, there are still medical service locations that are not registered, so this application can add data that is not registered in the Google Maps application so that people can know more and find medical places easily. The design method used is a prototype and the testing technique used is ISO/TEC 25010. The results of this research are that the Android-based health service location mapping application in the district can display a list of information on hospitals, health centers, main clinics and google maps. Apart from that, the system testing carried out is the conformity aspect in terms of functionality and usability. Based on the functional suitability test, usability results were obtained with results of 81.6%. The conclusion from the test results using ISO/TEC 25010 testing shows that this application can help the community and can be said to be successful
Model in Orthesis in Elbow for Rehabilitation in Rigidity Articulate
Authors: Martins Granja Cavalcanti Alisson
Published: December 2023

Introduction: Joint stiffness is the most common complication in elbow injuries and may have several etiologies and pathophysiological mechanisms, affecting treatment and prognosis. The measures for prevention and treatment of joint contracture are based on the cause of stiffness, and early intervention should modify the course of this complication, bringing better results; Such methods may be conservative or surgical, isolated or combined, depending on each individual situation. Objective: To develop a device for use by patients in rehabilitation of elbow injuries. Method: The development of the device was approached through "Design Thinking", divided into four phases: "Discover", "Define", "Develop" and "Deliver". In the “Discover” phase, interviews were conducted with patients with elbow joint stiffness and professionals about the problem. Literature review and search for anteriority data collection was performed. In the “Define” stage, the anomaly to be included in the study was determined. In the stage “Develop”, search was held for ideas and prototypes and models. “Brainstorming” meetings on the topic were scheduled. In the “Deliver” stage, adjustments and refinements and prototype production were performed, as well as testing for improvements and corrections to the project. Results: In the "Discover" phase, collected questionnaire responses from patients. In the "Define" phase, it was established that joint stiffness was the complaint to be treated. In the “Develop” phase, answers were collected from the questionnaires of the professional groups and “brainstorming” was performed among these collaborators. In the "Deliver" phase, creation of the virtual orthotic model ready for three-dimensional printing. Conclusion: A device was developed for individualized use and management, molded to each patient, to be used in the rehabilitation of elbow joint injuries.
Case Report: Incidental Littoral Cell Angioma of The Spleen [Benign Splenic Tumor]
Authors: Marko LEMI Louis
Published: December 2023

littoral cell angioma is an unusual benign tumor of the spleen and is primary splenic vascular tumor arises from the normal littoral cells lining the sinus channels of the splenic red pulp we are report a case of 17 years male boy have history of abdomen pain for 2day with fever and he was managed with laparotomy and splenectomy and Postoperative pathology biopsy examination confirmed the final diagnosis of LCA of spleen.
G20 Summit in India Focuses on One Health and AMR
Authors: Kumar Sudesh
Published: December 2023

The 18th Heads of State and Government Summit of the Group of 20 (G20) is scheduled for September 9th and 10th, 2023, in New Delhi, India. Under India's presidency, the 2023 G20 summit adopts the theme "One Earth, One Family, One Future," rooted in the Sanskrit phrase "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam" from the Maha Upanishad. This theme underscores the intrinsic value of humans, animals, plants, and microorganisms and their interconnectedness within Earth's ecosystem and the broader universe.
The concept of war of the Russian Federation. Military instruments in the Russian power policy in 2014
Authors: Kaszuba Malina
Published: December 2023

The “Russian world” concept is constantly employed in political and media discourse. Despite its active use, no single comprehensive definition exists in scientific literature. In this study, a brief version of the “Russian world” term conceptualization was presented, including two categorical series of semantic formations (social groups and value systems) and three axiological conceptual functions of the “Russian world”. In addition, newly formed narratives in connection with the Russian-Ukrainian war encountered only within the framework of Ukrainian discourse were identified. As research material, Russian and Ukrainian-language texts from the Ukrainian media reflecting the consequences of Russia’s military actions on the territory of Ukraine through the prism of the “Russian world” concept were adopted. The work was conducted applying semantic analysis, contextual analysis, and the substitution method.
Ogólnorosyjski Front Ludowy w systemie politycznym Federacji Rosyjskiej w latach 2011-2022
Authors: Czachor Rafał
Published: December 2023

In recent years, the Russian concept of war has evolved significantly. Its aim is to seek a change in the global balance of power. The subject of discussion in this article is the issue of war in the Russian military doctrine, the specificity of the hybrid war, the probability of Russian military intervention, and the question of building strategic independence. The author used a complementary cognition paradigm that allows combining the process of cognition with the functions of science. The considerations focused on the activities related to the annexation of Crimea in 2014.The research presents the Russian perspective of contemporary armed conflict which examines the experience of the Russian armed forces and the particularity of modern military operations. The key elements of the hybrid war were identified and the basis of Russian strategic independence which the ruling elite, in fact, was striving to achieve, was indicated. From the Russian point of view with regard to the armed conflict, there is a conviction that it is necessary to comprehensively use military, political and economic information as well as asymmetric actions. Russia is systematically rebuilding its armed forces since it has ambitions to play a significant role in the international environment; and the armed forces facilitate: articulating its opinions, deterring, and demonstrating its importance.
Wojsko Polskie w składzie Zjednoczonych Sił Zbrojnych Układu Warszawskiego w końcowym okresie jego funkcjonowania
Authors: Łach Wiesław
Published: December 2023

The Warsaw Pact (UW) was an instrument of the Soviet Union’s military influence on the so-called Eastern Bloc during the confrontation of the East with the West. The purpose of this article is to present the activity of the Polish Armed Forces in the composition of the United Forces of the Warsaw Pact in the 1980s (in the final period of its operation). The most important fact was the lack of operational independence of Poland, which was limited by the Soviet Union. Due to the changing political and economic situation, the Polish authorities saw no point in further participation in the “Allied” organization, which was dissolved on July 1, 1991. The most complete study on the subject is a publication by J. Pałka (2022) which presents the operational participation of the Polish Army in the Warsaw Pact based on the archival sources of the Central Archives of the Military Historical Bureau.
Polityczne konteksty twórczości Tadeusza Micińskiego. Sprawa polska a Rosja w dobie Wielkiej Wojny
Authors: Sobieraj Sławomir
Published: December 2023

The general purpose of the article is to show Tadeusz Miciński’s attitude to Polish – Russian relations during the First World War, with a particular emphasis on Polish independence issues. After a detailed analysis of Miciński’s literary and journalistic works from that period, the evolution of his views is identified in this range. The article shows that his favorable attitude towards Russia in the first two years of the war resulted from his belief that the tsar`s empire was able to guarantee Polish autonomy. Miciński shared the idea of a Slavic community to defeat the German enemy. He put his faith in the feasibility of Russian promises included in the statement of Grand Duke Nikolay from 1914. Moreover, Miciński relied on the Triple Entente of the UK, France and Russia, which was supposed to be the guarantor of defeating the Central Powers, and above all, Germany. Additionally, there is a description of Miciński’s attitude to post-revolutionary Russia, his hope for the democratization of the country and later disappointment that was caused by the Bolshevik coup. Miciński warned his compatriots of succumbing to ideas spread by Lenin. It has been shown that Miciński, in his views, was always a supporter of independent Poland over party divisions
Nadchodzący świat 1923-2123 Jakowa Okuniewa w kontekście tradycji utopii literackiej
Authors: Witczak Patryk
Published: December 2023

This article analyzes the novel The Coming World 1923-2123 by the Soviet fantasy writer Yakov Okuniev in the context of the tradition of literary utopia. Referring to the classic texts of Plato, More and Russian utopians, it has been shown that the world created by Okuniev has all the basic features of a typical utopia: symmetry and harmoniousness of architecture, lack of private property, equality before the law, and the cult of work. Although the citizens of the future world are ostensibly free, in practice they are tightly controlled and must act for the good of the collective. Such ideas appeared in socialist realist literature. Okuniev’s work can be treated as a communist utopia which praises the ideas promoted by the Bolsheviks. Okuniev believed in the possibility of making his project a reality, hoping to spread communist ideas throughout the world.
Текстоспецифические способы словообразования в русском и немецком языках (сравнение фикциональных и фактуальных текстов)
Authors: Kotorova Elizaveta
Published: December 2023

This article seeks to determine whether different kinds of word formation can serve as a criterion for the classification and characterization of different text types and to what extent this criterion is dependent on a particular language. In order to demonstrate the role of word formation, the study analyzes fictional texts (fairy tales) and factual texts (instruction manuals) with respect to what kinds and types of word formation are specific for these types of texts in Russian and German. The analysis shows that although the text-distinguishing function of kinds of word formation is manifested in both languages, in Russian it is expressed to a lesser extent than in German. The reason for this is that the basic kinds of word formation are less evenly distributed in the Russian language than in German.
Analiza statystyczna polsko-ukraińskiego interjęzyka – najtrudniejsze miejsca polskiej fleksji dla osób ukraińskojęzycznych
Authors: Izdebska-Długosz Dominika
Published: December 2023

This paper presents part of a statistical analysis (SPSS) of the Polish-Ukrainian interlanguage which is currently being conducted. The presented part of the research pertains to the most difficult forms from the morphological level of the Polish language for speakers of Ukrainian who learn Polish as a foreign language, regardless of their declared level of language proficiency (A1+ ‒ B2+). The analyses presented in the article are of a qualitative nature. The questionnaire for the research into the interlanguage contained both correct and wrong forms (i.e. interferential forms extracted from the previous author’s corpus-based error analyses) – the respondent had to decide which form was correct. Therefore, the study concerns language intuition. The results of the research are convergent with the analyses of actual errors made by Ukrainians in their written assignments, which constitutes a motivation for further statistical analyses of the interlanguage with the use of the same research tool.
Success Rate of Hysteroscopy and Endometrial Scratching in Repeated Implantation Failure: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial
Authors: Sarrafzadeh Yasaman , Zahiri Ziba , Kazem Nejad Leili Ehsan , Sheibani Alireza
Published: December 2023

Background: Endometrial receptivity is one of the most important factors in vitro fertilization (IVF) success rate. Many different methods have been suggested to enhance the rate of implantation in IVF\ intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) cycles. Endometrial injury, as an intentional trauma aimed at improving the fertility results, has gained significant popularity among women seeking pregnancy. This study was conducted to determine the success rate of hysteroscopy and scratching before microinjection in cases of repeated implantation failure. Materials and Methods: This prospective, randomized controlled trial consist of 228 women who were referred to the Al-Zahra Infertility clinic for fertility treatment with the history of failure in at least two ICSI cycles. The patients were divided into two groups. The first group was treated by hysteroscopy without intervention, while the second group underwent hysteroscopy and scratching in the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle prior to microinjection cycle. The controlled ovarian stimulation (COS) was performed in all patients using the antagonist method. The success was considered based on the observation of the fetal heart activity in ultrasound. Results: The success rate of hysteroscopy and scratching (41.5%) was higher compared to hysteroscopy alone (34.3%), but this difference was not statistically significant based on the Chi-square test (P=0.280). The rate of miscarriage in hysteroscopy plus scratching and hysteroscopy alone were 5.7% and 12.4%, respectively which were not statistically different (P=888). Furthermore, the effect of hysteroscopy and scratching on visualizing the fetal heart activity was not statistically different compared to hysteroscopy alone (P=0.223). Conclusion: The results showed that the success rate in hysteroscopy plus endometrial scratching was not significantly different from hysteroscopy alone. [GMJ.2021;10:e1399]
Methamphetamine-Triggered Neurotoxicity in Human Dorsolateral Prefrontal Cortex
Authors: Zare Ali , Ghanbari Alireza , Hoseinpour Mohammad Javad , Eskandarian Boroujeni Mahdi , Alimohammadi Alimohammad , Abdollahifar Mohammad Amin , Aliaghaei Abbas , Mansouri Vahid , Zaferani Arani Hamid
Published: December 2023

Background: Methamphetamine (MA), is an extremely addictive stimulant that adversely affects the central nervous system. Accumulating evidence indicates that molecular mechanisms such as oxidative stress, apoptosis, and autophagy are involved in the toxicity of MA. Considering experimental animal studies exhibiting MA-induced neurotoxicity, the relevance of these findings needs to be evidently elucidated in human MA users. It is generally assumed that multiple chemical substances released in the brain following MA-induced metabolic activation are primary factors underlying damage of neural cells. Hence, this study aimed to investigate the role of autophagy and apoptosis as well as oxidative stress in the brain of postmortem MA-induced toxicity. Materials and Methods: In this study, we determine the gene expression of autophagy and apoptosis, including BECN1, MAP1ALC3, CASP8, TP53, and BAX genes in ten healthy controls and ten chronic users of MA postmortem dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (DLPFC) by real-time polymerase chain reaction. Also, we applied immunohistochemistry in formalin-fixed and paraffin-embedded human brain samples to analyze brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF). Also, spectrophotometry was performed to measure glutathione (GSH) content. Results: The expression level of apoptotic and autophagic genes (BECN1, MAP1ALC3, CASP8, TP53, and BAX) were significantly elevated, while GSH content and BDNF showed substantial reductions in DLPFC of chronic MA users. Conclusion: Our data showed that MA addiction provokes transduction pathways, namely apoptosis and autophagy, along with oxidative mechanisms in DLPFC. Also, MA induces multiple functional and structural perturbations in the brain, determining its toxicity and possibly contributing to neurotoxicity. [GMJ.2021;10:e2016]
Relationship Between the Journal Self-Citation and Author Self-Citation and the Impact Factor in Iranian, American, and European Institute for Scientific Information Indexed Medical Journals in 2014-2021
Authors: Jamalnia Sheida , Shokrpour Nasrin
Published: December 2023

Background: Author and journal self-citation contributes to the overall citation count of an article and the impact factor (IF) of the journal in which it appears. However, little is known about the extent of self-citation in the general clinical medicine literature. This study aimed to determine the effect of self-citation (journal and author) on the IF of Iranian, American, and European English medical journals. Materials and Methods: IF, IF without self-citations (corrected IF), journal self-citation rate, and author self-citation rate for medical journals were investigated from 2014â€“2021 by reviewing the Journal Citation Report (JCR). Twenty Iranian medical journals (published in English) in the web of science indexed were selected and compared with 20 American and 20 European medical journals. The correlation between the journal self-citation and author self-citation with IF was obtained. We used Spearmanâ€™s correlation coefficient for the correlation of self-citation and IF. Results: The overall journal citations were higher in the American and European journals compared to the Iranian ones between 2014 and 2021. There was a significant relationship between journal self-citation rates and IF (P<0.001). The findings demonstrated that the rate of author self-citation was higher in the European and American journals compared to the Iranian ones. Findings also showed a significant difference between the author's self-citation and IF in Iranian, American, and European medical journals that published in English (P<0.001). Conclusions: The self-citation rate positively affects the IF in medical journals. A high concentration of self-citation of some journals could distort the ranking among medical surgery journals in general.

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Review On the Effects of Curcumin on Tumors of the Reproductive System
Authors: Tohidian Mostafa , Moradi Zahra , Hekmatnia Yasaman , Dalili Amin , Sadeghi Mostafa , Neshat Seyed Sina , Jamalnia Sheida , Reihani Elnaz
Published: December 2023

Curcumin, a polyphenolic derivative of Curcuma longa rhizome, has numerous beneficial effects, including antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antioxidant, antifungal, anti-ischemic, anti-cancer, hypoglycemic, nephroprotective, antirheumatic, hepato-protective, and antimutagenic. Curcumin has indicated the capability to exert anti-cancer activity by multifunctional mechanisms, such as induction of apoptosis, inhibition of cancer cell proliferation, cell cycle regulation, chemotherapeutic intestinal absorption, and modification of several cancer cell types signaling pathways. Several studies have shown that curcumin may have protective effects against tumors of the reproductive system. Reproductive system cancers may cause many undesirable physical and, especially, mental disorders. Infertility and its mental consequences, sexual problems, chemotherapy and surgery-related adverse effects, substantial economic burden, and death are the most common complications regarding the cancers of the reproductive system. By modulating several reproductive cancer hallmarks such as signaling pathways, multiple drug resistance, cancer cell growth and proliferation, tumor angiogenesis, and transcription factors, curcumin could be used as a safe, non-toxic, cheap, and easily accessible drug for treating different types of reproductive cancers. [GMJ.2021;10:e2178]
Impact of NiO2 Nanoparticles and Curcumin on Testis Torsion/Detorsion Injury: Role of miR-34 and circRNA 0001518
Authors: Hashemi Mehrdad , Zarei Moradi Shabnam , Angaji Seyed Abdolhamid , Salehi Mitra
Published: December 2023

Background: Testicular torsion is one cause of infertility without proper treatment. In this study, we investigate the effects of NiO2 nanoparticles (NPs) and curcumin on sperm parameters in rats and the expressions of genes involved in the apoptotic pathway, as well as expressions of miR-34 and circRNA 0001518. Materials and Methods: Forty-eight rats were randomly divided into eight groups: control (healthy rats), control rats that received NiO2-NPs, healthy rats that received curcumin, rats that received simultaneous NiO2-NPs and curcumin, untreated testicular ischemia/reperfusion (I/R) rats, testicular I/R rats that received NiO2-NPs, testicular I/R rats that received curcumin, and testicular I/R rats that received NiO2-NPs and curcumin. Then, sperms were extracted from the rats' epididymides to analyze concentration, viability, morphology, and motility. The cellular apoptosis level was studied using flow cytometry. Also, Bad and Bcl-X gene expressions and miR-34 and circRNA 0001518 levels were measured. Results: We observed improved sperm parameters in the testicular I/R) rats that received curcumin and NiO2-NPs. Administration of NiO2-NPs to healthy rats increased both apoptosis and the Bad/Bcl-X expression ratio. However, its administration to testicular I/R rats alone or with curcumin decreased apoptosis and the Bad/Bcl-X expression ratio and increased expressions of miR-34 and circRNA 0001518. Conclusion: Administration of NiO2-NPs and curcumin, alone or in combination, can have therapeutic effects in testicular I/R conditions by altering the expressions of genes in the mitochondrial apoptotic pathway and their regulatory elements. [GMJ.2021;10:e2342]
Epidemiology of Stroke in Iran
Authors: Ghandehari Kavian
Published: December 2023

Numerous hospital-based stroke registries have been developed in Iran during last decade. Khorasan Stroke Registry, Khorasan Posterior Circulation Stroke Registry, Khorasan Pediatric Stroke Registry and Khorasan Stroke in Young Adults Registry are among these published registries. Meanwhile, There is only one epidemiologic deigned study of stroke in Iran and Middle East. Based on this standard epidemiologic study; The crude annual incidence rate of First Ever Stroke (FES) is 139 (95% CI, 128 to 149) per 100 000; for men, 144 (95% CI, 128 to 159), and for women, 133 (95% CI, 118 to 148). The incidence rates increases significantly with each decade of life and is similar in men and women. Subtypes of FES in 81.9%Â  of patients is ischemic stroke,12.7% is intracerebral hemorrhage, and 2.4% have subarachnoid hemorrhage. The crude annual incidence rate per 100 000 inhabitants is 113 (95% CI, 104 to 123) for ischemic stroke, 18 (95% CI, 14 to 21) for intracerebral hemorrhage and 3 (95% CI, 2 to 5) for subarachnoid hemorrhage. Ischemic strokes are occurring approximately 1 decade earlier in Iran than in other countries.
Intracranial Stenting: A Review of the Literature and Recommended Remedies
Authors: Varavipour Bahman , Gheini Mohammad-Reza , Javanmardi Haniyeh
Published: December 2023

Intracranial arterial stenosis (ICAS) is one of the main causes of ischemic stroke According to western epidemiological studies, 8-10% of ischemic strokes are attributable to intracranial stenosis. Three modalities of treatment considered for intracranial atherosclerotic disease include; aggressive medical therapy, endovascular revascularization with angioplasty and stent, and extracranial-intracranial bypass surgery. At present, medical management should be the first line of therapy for the most patients with symptomatic intracranial arterial stenosis. Angioplasty and stenting can be considered in some patients that are unstable or have multiple ischemic events in the territory despite aggressive medical management.
Teachers Evaluation Methods in Medical Education: Round Views of Faculty Members and Educational Experts
Authors: Bastani Peivand , Vatankhah Soudabeh , TaherNejad Ali , Ghasemi Afsaneh
Published: December 2023

Background: Since there is no agreement on the best approach of teachersâ€™ evaluation, this study was conducted to determine medical teachersâ€™ evaluation methods and clarify the viewpoints of Iranian faculty members toward them. Materials and Methods: A mix method study was conducted in two phases, systematic review and survey, in Tehran University of Medical Sciences on 400 faculty members. In phase one, 24 studies were analyzed among 1520 and based on that, the viewpoints of faculty members about 14 methods were assessed through a validated questionnaire. Independent t-test and one-way ANOVA were used for data analysis. Results: The participantsâ€™ age mean was 48.62+5.23 and most of them were assistant professors (121/36.01%). About 280 participants (83.3%) chose â€œmixed method ratingâ€ as the best way of evaluation; 68.7% of the participants though â€œstudent ratingâ€ cannot be an appropriate indicative for evaluating teachersâ€™ performance. The findings indicated statistical relationships between the average of some evaluation methods (student rating, peer evaluation, self-ratings, teaching scholarship, teaching awards) and the faculty membersâ€™ gender (P<0.05). There was also a significant relationship in average of student rating, peer evaluation, mentorâ€™s advice and self-ratings with participantsâ€™ age (P<0.05). Conclusion: None of the evaluation methods can be sufficient to show a correct status of teachersâ€™ performance. It is obvious that mix method evaluation as a combination of different measures and methods can be considered as a comprehensive approach; it is recommended to be applied in this university, and then compare teachersâ€™ satisfaction and performance before and after this transition.Â [GMJ.2017;6(3):233-239] DOI:10.22086/gmj.v0i0.725
Morphometric Study of Mitral Valve Annulus in Iran
Authors: Sazegar Ghassem , Mohtaj Tahereh , H. Aazami Mathias , Poorzand Hoorak , Hedjazi Aria , Morovatdar Negar , Toorabi Ahmad
Published: December 2023

Background: This study aimed to determine the normal dimensions of the mitral annulus (MA) in Iranian population. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted using 88 fresh hearts of male and female cadavers for six months in Mashhad, Iran. Normal data were determined by measuring the exact dimensions of the MA in fresh hearts of patients who had died of non-cardiac causes and considering some parameters such as age, gender, stature, and weight. Images of the valves and leaflets were prepared by marking the anterior (A2, midpoint of anterior) and posterior areas of P1, P2, and P3 using a needle. To analyze the data, SPSS version 16 was used. Results: The means of anatomic area, anatomic perimeter, inter-commissural distance, A2-P1, A2-P2, A2-P3, Base-P1, Base-P2, Base-P3, and Base-A were 14Â±1.28, 8.3Â±1, 2.7Â±0.42, 2.27Â±0.37, 2.3Â±0.43, 2.06Â±0.35, 1.66Â±0.43, 1.2Â±0.97, 1.5Â±0.66, and 3.2Â±0.52, respectively. Comparison of the age groups regarding valve leaflets showed that Strut-P1 and Base-P2 were significantly different. Comparison of the valve leaflets and sub-valve indicators between the two genders reflected no significant differences. Age groups differed significantly in terms of Strut-P1 and Base-P2 (P=0.004 and P=00.1, respectively). Conclusions: A2-P3, A2-P1, anatomic perimeter, and anatomic area were found to be related to gender. A2-P1 and A2-P2 and some leaflet indicators such as Strut-P1 and Base-P2 were associated with age, whereas Base-P2 was affected by body mass index. [GMJ.2018;7:e1078]
Chronic Dysuria Following Ginger (Zingiber officinale) Use: A Case Report
Authors: Jaladat Amir Mohammad , Akbarzadeh Elham , Heydari Mojtaba , Atarzadeh Fatemeh
Published: December 2023

Background: Although ginger is considered a harmless remedial substance for a wide range of medical complaints, according to Persian medicinal texts, its long-term or high-dose consumption is potentially harmful. Case Report: The case of a 43-year-old man, with a complaint of urinary stream interruption, dysuria, and flank pain, following a non-prescribed use of ginger was reported. The symptoms were reported to persist for four years, despite some medical referrals. Remarkably, the symptoms were attested to be shrinking eight weeks after ginger-intake cessation; besides, no further intervention was asserted. Conclusion: The history of herbal remedies use should be considered in patients with any unexplained urinary symptoms. [GMJ.2018;7:e1086]