bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Análisis de la política pública para la regularización del sector informal en Guayaquil, periodo 2010-2020
Authors: Toral Mejía Sergio Anibal , Zavala Luzriaga Ilona Bethsabe
Published: May 2024

La actividad informal de vendedores es un problema estructural y multifactorial en la sociedad que se ha venido agravando con la migración, la crisis económica, la delincuencia, la corrupción y los procesos políticos, incrementando la incertidumbre del desarrollo laboral y económico del Ecuador. El objetivo es evaluar la política pública orientada hacia el sector de vendedores informales en Guayaquil, periodo 2010-2020. La metodología de investigación posee un enfoque mixto (cualitativo y cuantitativo), de tipo descriptivo y bibliográfico, para las encuestas se consideró como población a 400.000 vendedores informales de Guayaquil y como muestra a 384, entrevistas a dirigentes y líderes municipales. Como resultados, de la revisión documental existe la carencia de planes, programas y proyectos orientados hacia el mercado de venta informal, debido a que las ordenanzas municipales permiten y prohíben dicho acto en diversos lugares, siendo una forma de discriminación; de las encuestas y entrevistas se determinó que la falta de un empleo seguro los impulso a optar por realizar esta labor. Como conclusiones se puede establecer que las ordenanzas municipales deben adaptarse al mercado y a la realidad social, garantizando el goce efectivo del derecho al trabajo determinados en la Constitución y en los tratados y convenios internacionales.
Sistemas de Gestión Documental: Una implementación adecuada en las empresas públicas y privadas de nuestro país. Resultados de Investigación.
Authors: Avilés Noles Andrés
Published: May 2024

El presente artículo muestra un estudio sobre la implementación adecuada de un Sistema de Gestión Documental en las empresas, que actualmente son herramientas que han sido adoptadas para preservar y llevar la trazabilidad de la documentación que generan cada una de las áreas de una estructura organizacional. El trabajo muestra un estudio minucioso de los diferentes conceptos, fundamentos, modelos y sobre todo la experiencia aportada por el suscrito en la implementación de una empresa ecuatoriana en este tipo de software. Es importante mencionar que la metodología detallada a continuación es diseñada y perfeccionada en base a la experiencia adquirida, más estudios realizados por varios autores en el campo, lo cual será un aporte a ser utilizado para las empresas ecuatorianas que están por embarcarse en este nuevo mundo de la administración documental digital, complemento necesario para cumplir exigencias generadas por entidades externas como el SRI en nuestro país.
Diagnóstico de la formación y desarrollo de competencias profesionales en los estudiantes de danza clásica
Authors: Vélez Celaa Enrique , González Acosta Ada
Published: May 2024

La formación en competencias profesionales constituye uno de los objetivos fundamentales en las universidades del Ecuador, y en la Universidad de Especialidades Espiritu Santo (UESS) para el fortalecimiento del plan académico. Este estudio tiene como objetivo diagnosticar el nivel de desarrollo y formación de competencias profesionales en los estudiantes de la especialidad de danza clásica de la UEES de Guayaquil. Para esta investigación, participaron estudiantes y docentes de la especialidad objeto de estudio, lo que permitió obtener la información requerida para cumplir con los objetivos establecidos en el estudio- El tipo de diseño fue descriptiva, explicativa, de campo, transversal, con enfoque cuantitativo.
La población correspondió a los alumnos de la carrera de danza clásica de la UEES que se encuentran matriculados desde 4to a 10 semestres, siendo estudiados en su totalidad conformada por 25 personas y docentes de la carrera. Fue diseñado y aplicado un cuestionario, guías de observación de clases de ballet y entrevistas a docentes, que acorde a los resultados, se pudo detectar la presencia de limitaciones en el desarrollo y formación y desarrollo de competencias metodológicas y técnicas.
Como conclusiones se pudo detectar un deficiente dominio en los conocimientos metodológicos de los pasos, con falta de vocabularios danzarios y presencia de dificultades en la ejecución de giros, en los grandes saltos, las combinaciones que requieren de las puntas y la coordinación de movimientos de brazos, piernas y cabeza, se pudo corroborar las limitaciones de competencias investigativas y las de tipos metodológicas como parte del perfil de egresado.
University Students’ Attitude towards the Use of Botox in Cosmetic Surgeries
Authors:   Prof, PhD. College of Nursing / University of Mosul/IRAQ, Younis Nasir Muwfaq , Ismail Yasein Hasan ,   Salih Assist. Lecturer .University of Al-Kitab /College of Nursing
Published: May 2024

Background: Patients seek cosmetic surgery in order to enhance their appearance. It is a type of surgery that uses surgical expertise to correct or improve body imperfections. Objective:To assess the University students’ attitude towards the use of Botox in Cosmetic Surgeries Methods: a descriptive cross-sectional study carried out at the University of Mosul in the Nineveh Governorate between January 1, 2024, and January 3, 2024. Chance A multi-stage sample was chosen for this investigation. 100 students make up the sample of students at Mosul University. The were split up into four colleges: science, medicine, engineering, and hospitality. A specific consent form was used to obtain the subject's consent to participate in the study. Results: The results of this study indicate that the majority of the sample consisted of 100 students, that 51% of the sample was between the ages of 18 and 23, that the percentage of the sample that was single was higher than the percentage of married individuals (71%), that 78% of the sample lived in an urban area, and that the sample was distributed among medical, engineering, humanities, and scientific colleges. Conclusion: The results of this study showed that university students' attitudes and perceptions about plastic surgery were reasonable and moderate, and that the media is a valuable source of information
Genotype Factors and Mineral Status for the Expression of Prostate Cancer among Whites and Blacks Races
Authors:   Pharm D Intern, Department of Pharmacy Practice, Sri Adichunchanagiri Hospital and Research Centre, Mandya, India, N S Pallavi , B Manisha. ,   Pharm D Intern, Department of Pharmacy Practice, Swami Vivekananda College of Pharmacy, Elaiyampalayam, T.N, India, George Robin ,   Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmacy Practice, Sri Adichunchanagiri College of Pharmacy, Mandya, Karnataka, India
Published: May 2024

Prostate cancer are more in number nowadays its third most frequently occurred cancer in the world. So prevalence of PC is necessary to reduce risk, mortality and morbidity. It has so many pre-disposing factors in that genetical variation are most important because genetical variation can be caused by may be due to chemical agents, hereditary, X -rays and etc… some essential vitamin can causes the prostate cancer and insulin induced factor are also involved .But in another way vitamin can cure the cancer at early stages of cancer.selenium is the one trace element induced the prostate cancer.
Identification of Formalin in Meatball Sold at Palopo City Food stalls using Schryver Method Approach
Authors:   Bachelor of Pharmacy Program, Bhakti Pertiwi Luwu Raya Palopo Health Sciences College Pharmacy, Nurvianthi Riska Yuli , Delta Delta ,   Diploma Program, Bhakti Pertiwi Luwu Raya Palopo Health Sciences, Jehanam Tonsisius ,   College Bachelor of Nursing Program, Bhakti Pertiwi Luwu Raya Palopo Health Science, Djafar Tanwir ,   College Bachelor of Nutrition Program, Bhakti Pertiwi Luwu Raya Palopo Health Sciences, Nirwan Nirwan ,   College Bachelor of Nursing Program, Bhakti Pertiwi Luwu Raya Palopo Health Sciences, Aulia Aulia ,   College Student of Pharmacy Bachelor Program, Bhakti Pertiwi Luwu Raya Palopo Health Science
Published: May 2024

Formalin, a solution containing 30-50% formaldehyde gas (CH2O), finds applications in various sectors such as corpse preservation, disinfection, and the production of plastics and anti-foaming agents. Despite its industrial benefits, formalin is often misused as a preservative in the food industry, particularly in perishable items like meatballs. This research employs a descriptive method to provide an overview of formaldehyde identification in meatballs. Ten meatball samples were collected from permanent stalls in Palopo City for analysis. Laboratory tests conducted qualitatively using the Test Kit method revealed negative results (-) for formalin content in all samples. No color changes were observed in the tested meatballs, indicating the absence of formalin.
Students’ Perception toward the Use of Instructional Media by the English Teacher
Authors:   University of Lampung, Indonesia, Puspita Adelia
Published: May 2024

This qualitative research which uses descriptive methods aims to find out students’ perception toward the use of instructional media in the teaching and learning process by the teacher. This research was conducted at MTs Negeri 2 Pesawaran. The population of this research is the eighth-grade students, and the subject is chosen purposively in order to find out their perception toward the utilization of instructional media by their English teacher. A checklist observation for the English teacher as a means to find out kinds of instructional media used by the teacher, and an open-ended questionnaire for the students which consisted of several questions regarding the utilization of instructional media by the English teacher during the teaching and learning process are used as the instruments. The result showed that the English teacher employs several instructional media during the teaching and learning process, and the students have positive perceptions on the use of instructional media by the English teacher during the teaching and learning process.
Indigenous Communities: Human Rights and Right to Development Exploring the Indian Context
Authors: Apoorva A
Published: May 2024

Adivasi homelands are shaped by the social dynamics of resistance and oppression. Longstanding issues like poverty, marginalization and discrimination remain entrenched in their lives. The urgent need for development has to ensure that the differentiated and diverse views of the communities are considered and that no rights are hindered in the process. The communities must be adequately equipped and empowered to seek their own developmental needs. The study aimed to understand indigenous communities, their power to exercise rights and their aspirations for development. The paper shed light on the gap that still exists after 75 years of independence between the developmental aspirations of the indigenous communities and the consistent violation of their rights. There were certain dilemmas that one faces in understanding the developmental discourse of the states, rights fulfilled and unfulfilled and how indigenous communities resist and survive. While evaluating the social and economic rights of the Indian tribal communities, the paper attempted to outline the problems, and possible sustainable future options, relying on primary and secondary sources for its analysis.
Status competition or Conflict of interest: Understanding China-India Asymmetrical rivalry in the Indian Ocean region
Authors: Kumar Ravi
Published: May 2024

Status competition in world politics always played a greater role, especially the developing powers who strive for greater status in world politics, and so do both India and China. This article tries to examine the nature of the conflict between India and China through the framework of Status competition while at the same time comparatively examining it with other conflict models such as Conflict of interest, Zero-sum game, and Status Dilemma. The article demonstrates that India-China relations in general and in the IOR (Indian Ocean region) should not always be scrutinized through the zero-sum game concept. The status competition model differs from other conflict models in many ways. The status competition model can accommodate the asymmetrical power gap between India and China in IOR. Also, the model provides policymakers in Beijing and New Delhi to avoid conflict-ridden zero-sum game thinking.
Great Power Competition in the Gulf of Guinea
Authors: Singh Arushi
Published: May 2024

The erosion of unipolarity in conjunction with the rise of new as well as great powers who are “near peer competitors” in an increasingly multipolar world has contributed to the changing conceptualization of war. This development coupled with an increasingly uncertain international milieu, has brought significant changes in strategic thinking as new modes of warfare, new technologies and new adversaries in different places have come to the fore. These places of strategic consequence include the Gulf of Guinea which has the potential to become an important theatre for great power rivalry as a major hydrocarbon hub, an important trading route and also a source of economic diversification. The Gulf of Guinea has likewise seen increased securitisation as great powers increase their defence engagements across the globe. Moreover, the intensification of great power competition is likely to make each theatre more consequential as a competitive edge may be gained from greater engagement. The research has endeavoured to analyse the geopolitical background of the great power competition in the Gulf of Guinea; to assess the current nuances and dimensions of great power competition in the Gulf of Guinea; to examine the potential challenges and prospects that accompany great power competition and their implications for countries in the region; and to consider the long-drawnout ramifications and implications of great power competition in the Gulf of Guinea.
Local Governance: History of Panchayati Raj System and women in PRIs
Authors: Tripathi Jyoti
Published: May 2024

Women are one of the biggest assets in our society. Women are perfectionists and have power to create, nurture and transform. Women’s education, marital status, family structure and political affiliation of family affect their participation. Women are becoming more active and responsible in their duties outside the home. Still, they need more active participation to achieve democracy at grass root level. It is, undoubtedly, as much a challenge as it is a welcome change. Political Participation simply means participation or involvement in political activities. The development of society will be incomplete without the contribution of women. They are one of the most important part of the society by constituting half of the population. Women have to be active participants in administrative responsibilities and take leadership roles. Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) have opened the door of opportunities for women at various fronts. Through their active participation in these institutions, they are showing their decision-making capabilities in the field of comprehensive development of rural society viz. financial, cultural, social and educational development etc. This Paper will discuss about the history of Local governance, the role of women in politics and their behaviour in Politics by focusing on how PRIs is a tool to uplift the women in all the sphere of their lives. This paper includes primary and secondary data in descriptive methods.
The Role of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in the Management of Multiple Sclerosis: A Review of the Literature
Authors:   Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine Department, Mohammed V Military Hospital, Rabat, Morocco, Khalfaoui S
Published: May 2024

The progression of multiple sclerosis, whether treated or not, can sooner or later lead to the onset of disability that is not limited to locomotor disorders alone, despite therapeutic advances. Generated by years of relapses, followed by the insidious but continuous onset of motor, sensory, cerebellar, sensory or cognitive deficits, the consequences are physical, psychological and even socio-economic, and include functional rehabilitation, the efficacy of which now seems to be well established. Various types of treatment are available, involving a wide range of healthcare professionals (physiotherapists, occupational therapists, nurses, psychomotor therapists, orthoprosthetists, speech therapists, etc.), coordinated by a doctor specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation. Programs are usually multidisciplinary, including rehabilitation techniques, functional exercises and even exercise training
Self-Regulated Learning, Online Learning Self-Efficacy, and Satisfaction Among Accounting Matriculation Students in Flipped Learning Environment
Authors: Abd Rahman Abd Hafiz , Mat Norwani Norlia , Yahaya Rusliza
Published: May 2024

This study aims to identify the levels of Self-Regulated Learning (SRL), Online Learning Self-Efficacy (OLSE), and student satisfaction in the Flipped learning environment among Accounting matriculation program students. A total of 415 students participated as respondents in this study. The data were analysed using descriptive statistics and t-tests with the SPSS software. The overall analysis indicated that the average minimum scores for SRL among Accounting matriculation students were at a high level. The level of OLSE among Accounting matriculation students was also at a high level. Additionally, the level of student satisfaction among Accounting matriculation students in the Flipped learning environment was high. The t-test results revealed significant differences in the levels of SRL skills and OLSE among Accounting matriculation students in the Flipped learning environment based on students' gender, but no significant differences were found in the level of student satisfaction. Furthermore, the study revealed higher levels of SRL and self-efficacy among male students. Overall, this study emphasizes the need to enhance technology usage and flexibility while recognizing the importance of fostering effective SRL skills and online learning self-efficacy. The findings of this study are expected to provide valuable information, particularly in improving the implementation of Accounting learning in matriculation programs.
Development of a competency model for corporate-level public administration personnel in the context of digital transformation
Authors: Булатецкая А.Ю.
Published: May 2024

В статье рассматриваются различные подходы к определению понятия «цифровые компетенции», приведена их классификация по видам, предложены мероприятия, направленные на развитие цифровых компетенций персонала. Предложены методика и инструментарий оценки сформированности цифровых компетенций персонала в органах публичного управления корпоративного уровня, основанные на совокупности индикаторов NDS-skills специалистов и матрицы тестовых заданий. Сформирована модель системы управления персоналом в органах публичного управления на основе современного профиля цифровых и надпрофессиональных компетенций.

The article discusses various approaches to defining the concept of “digital competencies”, provides their classification by type, and proposes measures aimed at developing the digital competencies of personnel. A methodology and tools for assessing the maturity of digital competencies of personnel in corporate-level public administration bodies, based on a set of NDS-skills indicators of specialists and a matrix of test tasks, have been developed and proposed. A model of the personnel management system in public administration bodies has been formed based on the modern profile of digital and supra-professional competencies.
On the problems of countering youth extremism in the context of the information war
Authors: Далелов М.Л.
Published: May 2024

В статье анализируются проблемы противодействия молодежному экстремизму в условиях информационной войны. Преступники распространяют фейки, занимаются агитационно-пропагандистской деятельностью с целью внесения в общество смуты, разжигания межнациональной розни. Наибольшему влиянию подобной информации подвержена молодежь. Молодежный экстремизм – это те идеологии, которые больше всего захватывают молодежь, они могут основываться на культе агрессии, силы, призывать к насилию и убийствам тех, кто не разделяет их взгляды или является идеологическим противником. Молодежь, охваченная экстремистскими идеями, имеет целью навязать традиционному обществу свои взгляды, применяя для этого силу.

The article analyzes the problems of countering youth extremism in the context of information warfare. Criminals spread fakes, engage in agitation and propaganda activities in order to bring unrest into society, incite ethnic hatred. Young people are most affected by such information. Youth extremism are the ideologies that most capture young people, they can be based on the cult of aggression, force, call for violence and murder of those who do not share their views or are an ideological opponent. Young people caught up in extremist ideas aim to impose their views on traditional society by using force to do so.
Role of Bilingual Education on Literacy Rates in Algeria
Authors: Khaled Ahmed
Published: May 2024

Purpose: The aim of the study was to investigate the role of bilingual education on literacy rates in Algeria.
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: Bilingual education in Algeria, involving Arabic and French, has positively impacted literacy rates. Students in bilingual programs generally achieve higher literacy in both languages compared to monolingual peers. The success varies based on teaching quality and available resources, but overall, bilingual education promotes better literacy and educational outcomes.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Cummins' threshold hypothesis, vygotsky’s sociocultural theory & baker’s theory may be used to anchor future studies on the role of bilingual education on literacy rates in Algeria. Practitioners should prioritize the development and implementation of culturally responsive bilingual education curricula tailored to the linguistic diversity present in Algeria. Policymakers should enact policies that promote the expansion and sustainability of bilingual education initiatives across Algeria.
Influence of Teacher Training Programs on Quality of Education in South Africa
Authors: Ngubane Thabo
Published: May 2024

Purpose: The aim of the study was to investigate the influence of teacher training programs on quality of education in South Africa.
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: Enhanced teacher training programs in South Africa significantly improve educational outcomes, particularly in math and science. However, disparities in training quality across regions impact effectiveness. Standardizing high-quality training is crucial for boosting educational standards nationwide.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Pedagogical content knowledge (PCK), transformative learning theory & social constructivism may be used to anchor future studies on influence of teacher training programs on quality of education in South Africa. Facilitates the development of teaching materials that reflect local realities, which can improve student comprehension and retention. Promotes policies that require teacher training programs to include a significant component of local content, ensuring education is contextually relevant.
The formation of linguistic competence of future foreign language specialists by improving academic skills
Authors: Турлыбеков Бердибай , Айару Дуйсенбек
Published: May 2024

The term academic skills in Western pedagogy combines ancient and traditionally competencies of academic reading, academic writing and general education, which include a wide range of components whose chain is constantly updated due to changing educational conditions. General academic competence includes academic oral presentation
Feyildiń passiv (belgisiz) kategorĺyasiniń jasaliniwi
Authors: Реймова Гульнур
Published: May 2024

Bizge belgili til biliminde feyil grammatikahq kategoriyalarga bay bohp tabiladi. Har bir grammatikliq kategoriya feyildin ol yamasa bul tarepin ilyreniwge tiykarlangan bohp, bul katcgoriyalar arqali tigiz baylanishliq bar ckcnligi korincdi. Bunday baylanisiw formal-grammatikaliq ham logikaliq aynqshaliqqa iye bohp, ajiraltnas tiirde bir sistemani quraydi, usi belgili bir s6z topan boyinsha amawh bir pikir bildiriwgc mumkinshilik jaratadi. Misah, nemis tilinde feyildin mahal katergoriyasi menen, passiv kategoriyasi awispah ham awispasiz kategoriyasi menen bekkem baylamshliqti talap etedi.
National Prohibition in the United States: A Cognitive-Behavioral Perspective: Part 1: 19th Century Temperance and Prohibition
Authors:   Department of Psychiatry, Washington University in St. Louis, USA, Lewis Collins
Published: May 2024

Aim: This is the first of a two part paper that illustrates how cognitive-behavioral factors, the disregard of prior epidemiological data, and misfortunate timing contributed to the failure of National Prohibition in the United States. Methods: This first paper gives a detailed historical and cultural review of the early colonial, the post-revolutionary war, pre-civil war, and post-Civil-War, drinking patterns in the United States. It addresses the origins of the temperance movement, its evolution into a prohibition movement, and the post–civil war, prohibition in Kansas. Findings: Attribution theory shows a cognitive bias in the early 19th century temperance and late 19th century prohibition thinking. Scapegoat theory pointed out that the 19th century reformers targeted alcohol itself as the main source of social suffering and, by and large, neglected the context in which it was consumed. Conclusion: Nineteenth century attribution bias, cognitive errors, and failure to evaluate prior experience set the stage for 20th century, National Prohibition, a disastrous, preventive intervention.
Verification of a Mathematical Model of Mitral Chordae Length in Echocardiography as a Function of Their Manual Measurement
Authors:   Department of Cardiology, Amiens Picardie University Hospital Center, France, Mesut Mesut , BARRY Misbaou ,   Department of Cardiac Surgery, Amiens Picardie University Hospital Center, France
Published: May 2024

Aim: In this study, we sought to verify a mathematical model, ME = 0.87 * MM + 4, by performing tests on a sample of individuals with known chordae length by echographic measurement. Patients & methods: This report presents a retrospective analysis of 191 patients who underwent mitral valve repair. This validation analysis was carried out with the same sample of participants that we previously published in the “Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery” under the name “Modeling of mitral chordae’s length in echocardiography as a function of their manual measurement in the operating room”. The entire sample (N = 191) was randomly divided into two subsamples: → Learning data: 70% (134) of the total sample and was used to train and develop the mathematical model. → Test data: 30% (57) of the total sample and was used to evaluate the performance of the predictive mathematical model. Results: In our analysis, we obtained an RMSE of 1.108, indicating good model performance and validity. We demonstrated by Student’s t-test that the model accurately predicts echographic mitral chordae length, and that there is no statistically significant difference between predicted and actual echographic values. We also visually demonstrated a linear relationship with no significant outliers, indicating good alignment between predicted and actual values of echographically measured mitral chordae length. Conclusions: The results of this validation not only improve the applicability of the model, but also provide clinicians with a valuable tool for making informed decisions about patients’ cardiac health.
Increased Lysophosphatidyleth-anolamine and Diacylglycerol levels in Alzheimer’s Disease Plasma
Authors:   Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, Lincoln Memorial University, USA, L Wood Paul , Phillipps Aaron ,   Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, Lincoln Memorial University, USA, L Woltjer Randall ,   Department of Neurology, Oregon Health Science University, USA, A Kaye Jeffrey ,   Department of Neurology, Oregon Health Science University, USA, F Quinn Joseph ,   Department of Neurology, Oregon Health Science University, USA
Published: May 2024

Background: Previous studies have demonstrated deficits in biosynthesis of plasmalogens and sphingolipids in Alzheimer ’s Disease (AD). Objective: We undertook an analysis of alternate biomarkers of lipid synthesis, metabolism, and remodeling “Lands” cycle in the plasma of control and cognitively impaired patients based upon their Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) scores. Methods: Plasma levels of 600 lipids were measured utilizing a high-resolution mass spectrometric shotgun analysis platform. Results: The lyso metabolites of phosphatidylethanolamines and phosphatidylglycerols, along with diacyglycerols were all elevated in the plasma of patients with cognitive impairment.There were no significant differences in the plasma levels of fatty acids metabolized by peroxisomes. Conclusion: The increased levels of lysolipids and diacylglycerols in theplasma of all patient groups suggest that lipid remodeling is dysfunctional early in the AD disease process. It remains to be determined if this involves increased phospholipase A2 activity, decreased acyltransferase activity, or decreased cellular uptake of lysophospholipids for subsequent acylation.
Fisheries and Aquaculture in Bangladesh:Challenges and Opportunities
Authors:   Institute of Nutrition and Food Science, University of Dhaka, Ramna 1000, Dhaka,  Bangladesh, Ghose Bishwajit
Published: May 2024

The purpose of this paper is to review the performance of fisheries sector in Bangladesh and the challenges it is facing. Data and information were sourced from the publication of the Department of Fisheries (DoF) and related non-published grey literature. Bangladesh is predominantly an agrarian economy and is naturally endowed with a huge sweet water resources and the world’s longest continuous sea beach. With the world’s largest flooded wetland, the third largest aquatic biodiversity in Asia behind only to China and India, Bangladesh is considered as one the most suitable region for aquaculture and fisheries in the world. The country has an inland water area of about 45,000 km2 and about 710 km long coastal belt. Given this extensive water resource, it is evident that fisheries play an important role in the economy and the diet of the population. Fish and fish products supply 60 percent of animal protein and around three percents of total export earnings. In recent years, however, the fisheries sector is confronted with challenges posed by numerous natural and anthropogenic causes such as climate change, natural disasters, unbalanced urbanization and industrialization, overfishing and environmental pollution. The combined effect of these factors is posing significant threat to the income and food security of the population and urges for immediate actions by government and policymakers.
Neurofibromatosis with Atypical Phenotypic and Imaging Features
Authors:   AIIMS, Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India, Singh Prashant , Sharma Raghavendra ,   AIIMS, Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India, Nehete Lokesh ,   AIIMS, Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India
Published: May 2024

An 8-year-old boy presented with a history of progressive left hemiparesis for 3 weeks associated with mild headache but with normal vision and have no familial history of neurofibromatosis.
Modelling the Unit Property Prices in Türkiye Employing Deep Learning Methods
Authors: Tuncsiper Cagatay
Published: May 2024

The real estate market in Türkiye has witnessed significant growth and complexity in recent years necessitating advanced modelling techniques for accurate property price predictions. This paper presents a comprehensive study on the application of deep learning networks to model unit property prices across Türkiye, with a specific emphasis on its three major cities: Istanbul, Ankara, and Izmir. The unit property prices in the overall country and its three major cities are taken from the official resources and then the square meter unit property prices in USD are obtained. Then, a deep learning network is developed in Python programming language which accepts the lagged values of the unit property prices as input values. Then, the deep learning network is trained using the datasets separately for Türkiye and the three major cities. The loss curves of the deep learning network show a rapid convergence indicating the suitability of the developed deep learning network for the unit property price modelling. The actual and the modelled data are plotted indicating the accuracy of the developed model. Finally, the performance indicators of the developed deep learning model namely the coefficient of determination, mean absolute error, root mean square error and the mean absolute percentage error are computed verifying the high accuracy with R2 values greater than 0.95 for all four modelling cases. The alternative utilization opportunities of the proposed deep learning model are also discussed in the conclusions section.
Acute coronary syndrome in elderly and senile diabetic patients
Authors: Boliuk Mariana , Halushko Oleksandr
Published: May 2024

Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) remains a common cause of hospitalization in diabetes mellitus (DM) patients. It is believed that diabetic neuropathy patients have a high atypical course incidence of acute coronary syndrome, because of the frequent neuropathy development in diabetes patients, but the data on this are quite contradictory.
Aim: The study aimed to determine the features of the pain syndrome and its severity in ACS and concomitant diabetes patients.
Materials and Methods: The study involved 36 diabetes patients (22 men and 14 women) aged 62-86 years, hospitalized urgently for ACS. Pain syndrome was assessed during hospitalization and immediately after coronary artery revascularization using the following criteria: visual analogue scale (VAS), Numerical Rating Scale (NRS), clinical data, and biochemical markers.
Results: Most of the patients (91.67%) complained of chest pain at the time of hospitalization, the rest were not bothered by any pain. Patients described pain as “burning” (30.56 %), “squeezing” (30.56 %), “tightness” (25.0 %), and “tingling” (5.56 %). There were also complaints of difficulty breathing (13.89 %), shortness of breath (11.1 %), and palpitations (41.67 %). The appearance of excessive sweating was noticed by 16.67% of patients. There was no statistically significant difference between the results of VAS and NRS pain scores (p > 0.1). The mean blood glucose level at hospitalization was 8.19±3.45 mmol/l (in men – 8.17±3.61 mmol/l, in women – 8.28±3.13 mmol/L). Glycemia level higher than 10.0 mmol/l was detected in 8 patients, which accounted for 22.22% of all patients. Severe pain syndrome patients dominated in this category (62.5 %).
Conclusions: In patients with myocardial infarction and diabetes, the typical clinical picture of ACS prevailed (91.67% of patients) over the painless form. Before revascularization, moderate to severe pain occurred with equal frequency; there were no statistical differences between blood pressure, heart rate, and blood glucose level (p> 0.1) in patients with severe and moderate pain. Hyperglycemia (≥10.0 mmol/l) was detected in 22.22% of patients, among whom severe pain syndrome patients prevailed.
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Keywords: elderly patients; diabetes mellitus; acute coronary syndrome; pain syndrome
Gambaran Tingkat Kecemasan Keluarga Dalam Merawat Pasien Dengan Skizofrenia
Authors: Antara I Nengah , Sanjiwani Anak Agung Sri , Prihatiningsih Diah , Lisnawati Ketut , Anggraini Ria , Wati Ni Made Nopita
Published: May 2024

Background: Schizophrenia is a complex and chronic mental health disorder, which requires family support in the recovery process. Schizophrenia patients who are cared for directly by their families have the potential to cause immediate anxiety for their families. Objective: to determine the level of family anxiety in caring for patients with schizophrenia. Method: The research design used in this research is descriptive with a cross-sectional approach model. Using a non-probability sampling technique, namely purposive sampling, with a sample size of 93 people. This research uses the Hamilton Rating Scale for Anxiety (HRS-A) questionnaire. Data analysis uses univariate analysis, namely analysis carried out on each research variable to look for frequency distributions, namely frequencies and percentages. Results: Based on age characteristics, it was found that the majority of respondents were in the 36-45 year range, 37 people (39.8%) with an elementary school education level of 35 people (37.6%), 52 people (55%) were male. .9%) and work as farmers as many as 39 people (41.9%). The results of the study showed that the level of family anxiety in caring for schizophrenic patients was mostly 35 people (37.60%) in the mild category. Conclusion: The anxiety level of the patient's family in caring for schizophrenic patients is in the mild category.
Discerning species among the foraminiferal “Rotalia skourensis” morphotypes of the Middle East
Authors: Consorti Lorenzo , Bagherpour Borhan , Soleimani Masoumeh
Published: May 2024

In the Upper Cretaceous of the Middle East, rotaliid Foraminifera have conventionally been attributed to Rotalia skourensis Pfender (= Rotorbinella skourensis), a key element of biozones #30 and #31 as commonly recognized in the Iranian Zagros. However, R. skourensis is a Paleocene species and is morphologically distinct from the rotaliid specimens present in the Upper Cretaceous of theMiddle East. Through detailed sampling of the Ilam Formation (Turonian?–Campanian) in the Zagros basin, two new species previously classified as R. skourensis have been described. Rotorbinella pachypila n. sp. andOrbitokathina parva n. sp. contribute to our understanding of the diversity of rotaliids during the Late Cretaceous of the Arabian Plate and highlight biogeographic connections with the western Tethys carbonate platform domains.
Participación en eventos durante el año 2010: VII Congreso Mundial de Estados Depresivos y Simposium Internacional de Desorden por Estrés Postraumático. Congreso Internacional de Psiquiatría Clínica y Psicofarmacología y III Congreso de Salud Mental, Adol
Authors: Cremaschi Fabián
Published: May 2024

Durante el año 2010, la Sociedad Argentina de Neuromodulación (SANE) estuvo representada en dos importantes congresos internacionales de psiquiatría realizados en la provincia de Mendoza, al pie de la Cordillera de los Andes, Argentina.
Understanding the Interplay of Race in the Criminal Justice System
Authors: Gesare Demtillah
Published: May 2024

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate and understand the interplay of race in the criminal justice system.
Methodology: The study adopted a desktop research methodology. Desk research refers to secondary data or that which can be collected without fieldwork. Desk research is basically involved in collecting data from existing resources hence it is often considered a low cost technique as compared to field research, as the main cost is involved in executive’s time, telephone charges and directories. Thus, the study relied on already published studies, reports and statistics. This secondary data was easily accessed through the online journals and library.
Findings: The findings reveal that there exists a contextual and methodological gap relating to the interplay of race, class and gender in the criminal justice system. Preliminary empirical review revealed that that pervasive racial disparities exist within this institution, as evidenced by disproportionate treatment of racial minorities at various stages of the criminal justice process. It found that despite efforts to promote fairness and equity, implicit biases and systemic racism continued to influence decision-making, leading to disparities in arrests, prosecutions, and sentencing. The study highlighted the interconnectedness of race with other social factors such as socioeconomic status and neighborhood characteristics and underscored the urgency of implementing evidence-based interventions and policy reforms to address racial disparities effectively. Recommendations included diversifying law enforcement agencies, implementing implicit bias training programs, and reforming sentencing guidelines to promote fairness and reduce disparities in incarceration rates.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: The Critical Race theory, Labeling theory and Structural Functionalism may be used to anchor future studies on the interplay between race and the outcomes within criminal justice. The study provided recommendations that contributed to theory, practice, and policy. It integrated critical race theory into the analysis to explore systemic racism's role in perpetuating racial disparities. Practically, evidence-based policing strategies and procedural justice principles were emphasized, alongside community policing initiatives and accountability measures to address bias and misconduct. Policy recommendations included reforming sentencing laws, investing in alternatives to incarceration, and addressing social determinants of crime. The study contributed to theory by examining intersecting identities' impact and advocated for community-driven interventions, trauma-informed approaches, and reforms to reduce racial bias and enhance accountability within the criminal justice system.
Reading motivations, strategies, and interventions of teachers in bridging learning gaps
Authors: Rosales Ma. Junithesmer
Published: May 2024

The changes in the education landscape due to the pandemic allowed an agency for an understanding of a situation in elementary schools located in an urban poor area in the Philippines to strengthen literacy particularly in reading. While most studies on reading especially in the Philippines investigated on reading performance and ways to increase reading fluency of learners, it is important to investigate as well teachers’ motivations, strategies, and interventions. This qualitative study described teachers’ motivation, strategies and interventions to bridge learning gaps in reading. These teachers are from selected elementary schools located in the Division of San Juan City, Philippines Based on the results, teachers are motivated because they want to teach the content better and that their concern for students motivates them. Moreover, the use of various reading strategies like free reading choice, phonological activities and empathy to level with students are strengthened by interventions that are teacher, student, and community oriented.
The Outcome of Surgical Removal of Thyroglossal Cyst in Children; Experience of a Decade
Authors: Mumtaz H Khan  , Amna Khan  , Fahim Ahmed Subhani  , Naila Yaqub
Published: May 2024

Objective: To present postoperative outcome of surgical removal of thyroglossal cyst (TC) in children; single surgeon’s experience of a decade.
Methodology:  This is a retrospective study of 10 children admitted at Northern Area Armed Forces Hospital, Hafer Al Batin, Saudi Arabia, with the diagnosis of TC between period of June 2011 to October 2021. All the patients were managed by single surgeon by surgical removal with an average follow up of 5 years. There were six males and six females. The diagnosis was confirmed on clinical examination and supported by ultrasound evaluation of upper neck midline swelling. Surgical excision was done by Sistrunk procedure under general anesthesia. The outcome of surgical treatment of thyroglossal cyst is evaluated post operatively during an average regular follow up of 5 years.
Results: All the 10 children were operated by Sistrunk procedure during the period from June 2011 to October 2021 who were admitted with diagnosis of thyroglossal cyst. There were no associated anomalies. All the patients had excellent cosmetic outcome without any problem of wound infection. There is no recurrence of thyroglossal cyst in this series.
 Conclusion: Sistrunk surgical procedure to treat thyroglossal cyst in children is safe, effective and feasible with good cosmetic results. It avoids recurrence of thyroglossal cyst and morbidity. We recommend Sistrunk operation as gold standard to treat children with TC.
Deficiencia de factor VII: reporte de un caso
Authors: Beltrán Lima Jorge Martín , Bueso Contreras Oscar Joaquín , Alfaro Ictech Alejandra Andrea
Published: May 2024

Introducción: La deficiencia congénita de factor VII es una condición hereditaria extremadamente rara, con una prevalencia de 1 por cada 500,000 personas. Se estima que la verdadera prevalencia de deficiencia de FVII está subestimada, debido a que una parte considerable de los pacientes son asintomáticos. Los pacientes sintomáticos muestran manifestaciones como epistaxis, sangrado mucocutáneo, equimosis y menorragia. Caso clínico. Se presenta el caso de un paciente masculino de 33 años con historia de melena, adinamia y astenia. Niega patologías previas, pero refiere antecedentes de sangrado recurrente desde la infancia. Exámenes de laboratorio revelan anemia microcítica e hipocrómica y prolongación del tiempo de protrombina. Se realiza una prueba de mezcla debido a las alteraciones en los tiempos de coagulación y su correlación con antecedentes de sangrado. Se realizan niveles de actividad coagulante de FVIIa los cuales dan como resultado <1%, confirmando una oagulopatía hemorrágica por defecto congénito de FVII. Discusión. La deficiencia de FVII representa un trastorno congénito poco común y que, debido a su variabilidad clínica, pasa desapercibido. La sospecha clínica es necesaria para el diagnóstico y tratamiento oportunos de esta condición.
Impact of Digital Communication on Social Networks: A Review
Authors: Dr. S. Revathi
Published: May 2024

In recent years, technology has digitised various fields, making tasks easier and more efficient. Digital communication is an important aspect of technological advancements that have changed accessibility all over the world. Learning about unique examples of digital communications and how they work can help you discover how to use them and may allow you to explore various opportunities in the technology field. In this article, we explore what digital communication is, discuss some examples, outline the skills you may require and provide examples of careers in the field