bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Faktor-Faktor Yang Mempengaruhi Kualitas Hidup Pasien Gagal Ginjal Kronik Yang Mendapatkan Hemodialisis Di Rumah Sakit Pekanbaru Medical Center
Authors: Galaresa Achmad Vindo
Published: October 2023

Hemodialysis can extend life without a clear limit, this action will not change the natural course of kidney disease and also will not restore all kidney function. This study aims to determine the factors that influence the quality of life of patients with chronic renal failure who get hemodialysis at Pekanbaru Medical Center Hospital. The design of this study was cross-sectional design. This study was conducted in a hemodialysis room with 30 respondents. The sampling method used was purposive sampling. The measuring instrument used is a questionnaire that has been tested for validity. The analysis used is the Chi-square test. The results showed that the underlying disease factors affected the quality of life of patients receiving hemodialysis (p-value = 0,003), comorbid conditions (p-value = 0,002), medical management factors (p-value = 0,014), and distance to health facilities (p-value = 0,003). The results of this study are expected to be used as input for the hospital to pay more attention to patients' quality of life with chronic renal failure which can improve the quality of service that is caring and facilitate patient comfort in therapy.
COMPARISON OF GROWTH AND YIELD PERFORMANCE OF RICE VARIETIES UNDER THREE AGRO ECOLOGICAL ZONE
Authors: Khanum Tanjania , Monira Serajam , Hoque Md. Aminul , Rai Prabesh , Shifa Mahadia Faiza
Published: October 2023

The experiment was conducted to study “COMPARISON OF GROWTH AND YIELD PERFORMANCE OF RICE VARIETIES UNDER THREE AGR0ECOLOGICAL ZONE”. The experiment consisted of five varieties viz, two inbred variety; BRRI dhan-28, BRRI dhan-29 and three hybrid variety: Surma-2, BRRI hybrid dhan-2, Hira-5; three regions viz. Rajshahi, Rangpur and Bogra. The experiment was laid out in a randomized complete block design with three replications. Among the tested varieties BRRI dhan-29 produced highest grain yield (7.97 t ha-1) which was significantly superior to all other varieties and lowest grain yield (5.21 t ha-1) was produced Surma-2 in Rajshahi region. Hira-5 produced highest grain yield (8.81 t ha-1) which was significantly superior to all other varieties and lowest grain yield (6.40 t ha-1) was produced BRRI dhan-28 in Rangpur region. Surma-2 produced highest grain yield (9.48 tha-1) which was significantly superior to all other varieties and BRRI dhan-28 produced the lowest grain yield (6.79 t ha-1) in Bogra region. All the yield contributing measurements of rice varieties showed variability in different region. The result summarized that hybrid variety showed superior performance in comparison with inbred variety (2010-2011).
USE OF HERVICIDES FOR WEED CONTROL AND THEIR EFFECTS ON YIELD PERFORMANCE OF WHEAT (Triticum aestivum L)
Authors: Hoque Md. Aminul , Islam Md. Mazharul , Khanum Tanjania , Monira Serajam , Rai Prabesh , Shifa Mahadia Faiza
Published: October 2023

This experiment was carried out in the research farm of the Regional Wheat Research Institute, Shampur, Rajshahi during the period from November last week 2019 to April first week 2020 in order to the find out “USE OF HERVICIDES FOR WEED CONTROL AND THEIR EFFECTS ON YIELD PERFORMANCE OF WHEAT (Triticum aestivum L) .’’ Wheat sown both conventional and strip method. In this research yield and yield contributing characters were found and maximum wheat production observed by under strip tillage method (4.48 t/ha). In randomized complete block design (RCBD) with three replications in both tillage systems with some herbicides were tested for weed control treatment. The maximum number of effective and total tiller per meter square, 1000 grain weight, were observed in T4(Affinity, BD.) herbicides for weed control treatment. As a result, maximum grain yield was obtained in T4 treatment. The 2nd maximum yield was recorded in T6 (Axial + Affinity, India) herbicides for weed control treatment. The lowest grain and other yield contributing characters were found in T9 (Weedy check) condition. The effect of interaction between different method of cultivation and weed control treatment were insignificant for all yield and yield contributing characters except plant height, grain yield and straw yield.
DETERMINANTS OF CONSISTENT CONDOM USE AMONG FEMALE SEX WORKERS IN KIGALI, RWANDA
Authors: Nadege UMUHOZA , Nsanzabera Charles , Uwimana Lucie
Published: October 2023

In 2020, between 6% and 11% of women were recorded to be living with HIV/AIDS, against 3% to 6% of men in sub-Saharan Africa. The use of condom is a suitable mean of helping them to prevent the pandemic. The researcher adopted a cross sectional design and quantitative approach to conduct the study. This study involved 376 female sex workers living in Kigali city calculated by Yamane’s sample size formula. The snowball technique was used to reach the sex workers on prostitution sites or in their respective homes across the city of Kigali. The findings on the condom use within female sex workers in Kigali City revealed that 68.9% have been using consistently the condom in the previous 30 days while 31.1% do not use it constantly. 77.4% used the condom during their last sex while 22.6% did not use it. Multivariate analysis showed that sex workers being married was 3.74 times more likely associated with consistent condom use with AOR 3.74 95% CI (1.81-7.75), p<=0.01. Also, being new in the profession of sex working with a working experience of less than one year was four times more likely than having an experience of more than 1 year associated to consistent condom use, Adjusted OR 4.28 95% CI (2.10-8.73), p<=0.01. As recommendation, the government should put in place a program helping to sensitize the female sex workers to constantly use the condom as it was found that 31.1% do not use it despite its benefits in preventing HIV, STIs and unwanted pregnancies and in partnership with NGOs, the government should seek the effective manner of making the condom more affordable because 35.4% of sex workers have no financial means to buy the condom when they need it.
Design and Development of Student Attendance Maintenance System by using Face Recognition and Open-Source Computer Library
Authors: Nagamani S. , Musavvir Md. Abdul , Suresh K. , Vignatha N. , Manasa T.
Published: October 2023

The main goal of this project is to create a face recognition-based offline attendance system for an educational institution to replace the current system in which teachers must call students and keep a record for future use. This was when attendance data could be easily erased or stolen physically, and it was being misused more frequently. The current system has a lot of ambiguity that causes inaccurate and inefficient attendance. And the teacher’s job is very hectic. That, the attendance is given the top priority by the administrations of the educational institutions, so to ease the position of the teachers, the new offline attendance system is being used with the technology face recognition system. The human face is one of the natural traits that can uniquely identify an individual. Therefore, it is used to trace identity as the possibility for a look to deviate or be duplicated is low. The proposed project is a new way of taking attendance where the students need to come before the camera. The designed system will automatically check the current student's database in front of the camera and save the student's data in an excel sheet with the serial number, student name, date, and time using the JSON (JavaScript Object Notation).
PHARMACOGNOSTICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL EVALUATION OF OXALIS CARNICULATA LINN. FOR ANTI-DIPSOTROPIC AND ANTI-PYRETIC ACTIVITY
Authors: Abbas Manzar , Mishra Amrita , Alka Alka , Kumar Rohit , Viswas Amrita
Published: October 2023

Ayurveda is an ancient system of health care that is native to the Indian subcontinent. The present study was based on the pharmacognostic and pharmacological evaluation of Oxalis carniculata linn. for anti-dipsotropic and anti-pyretic activity. Oxalis corniculata Linn. (Family: Oxalidaceae) is a well-known plant in India and is one of the most versatile medicinal plants having a wide spectrum of biological activity. All the chemicals with specifications were issued from the departmental store. The whole plant of Oxalis carniculata was collected from Moradabad area in the month of June & July. The whole plant was collected and washed with water. The whole plant was dried under the shade. The dried material was stored in air tight container. The whole plant was authenticated by Dr. G.P. Sinha Scientist-E & Head Botanical Survey of India Central Regional Centre 10, Chatham Line, Allahabad-211002, UP, India. Macroscopy, microscopy and physicochemical evaluation of Oxalis carniculata. The extraction was performed using Soxhlet apparatus then pharmacognostic and analytical evaluation of the herb were done. The extract was also used for acute toxicity to determine the dose. The anti-dipsotropic potential was evaluated through withdrawal anxiety and alcohol consumption model, however antipyretic activity was evaluated through brewer’s yeast inducted pyrexia model. In aqueous extract treated animals, the rectal temperature was estimated as 38.63±0.14#ºC and 38.18±0.13#ºC at the dose of 200mg/kg and 400mg/kg, respectively that showed for its anti-pyretic action. In our study on day 11, the ethanol-treated animals spent significantly more time in the ethanol-paired chamber as compared to the saline-paired chamber (P<0.001). EE (200 and 400 mg/kg) administration led to a dose-dependent reversal of withdrawal anxiety as evidenced by significant increase in time spent in the open arm (P < 0.01). In concluded that in anti-dipsotropic activity, EE200 and EE400 showed significant increase in the time spent in open arm of plus maze indicating the reduction in anxiety after alcohol withdrawal and reduction in the total ethanol consumption. This indicates that Oxalis corniculata Linn. have significant anti-dipsotropic and anti-pyretic activity.
Composition, formation conditions, distribution patterns and zoning of gold mineralization in the Stadukhinsky ore-placer region (Western Chukotka)
Authors: Nikolaev Yuri , Balykova Irina , Kuzin Sergei , Baksheev Ivan , Apletalin Andrey , Prokofiev Vsevolod , Vlasov Evgeni , Kalko Ildar , Kosyatov Valery
Published: October 2023

Gold deposits associated with granitoid intrusions have long been known. Recently, a class of deposits was identified among them, called intrusion-related granite systems, IRGS (gold-rare metal formation). The standards of the geological prospecting model for them are the deposits of the Tintin metallogenic belt (Alaska, Canada). In Russia, this type has been studied less; IRGS includes the Shkolnoye and Butarnoye (Magadan region) and Kekura (Chukotka) deposits. Based on field and laboratory studies, generalization of prospecting geological and geochemical data, the characteristics and localization features of gold mineralization associated with granitoids of a large igneous uplift in the South Anyui structural-formational zone (Western Chukotka) were determined. The mineral composition of ores, the sequence of their formation were studied, homogenization temperatures and salt concentrations in gas-liquid inclusions were determined. The geochemical and mineralogical zoning of the ore-magmatic system has been identified, and criteria have been developed for assessing erosion and predicting gold mineralization to depth.
Management Practices and Perceived Training needs of Small Ruminant Farmers in Terengganu, Malaysia
Authors: Hayuni M , Lukman Z.M. , Norshahira O
Published: October 2023

Small ruminant farming, encompassing goat and sheep production, is a cornerstone of global food security and rural livelihoods. This study delves into the perceived training needs and management approaches of small ruminant farming from a farmer perspective. The study’s aim is to unravel the intricacies of this practice, bridging traditional wisdom and modern innovation to foster sustainable development. A questionnaire was used for data collection from 613 small ruminants farmers and analyzed with descriptive statistic socio-economic characteristics, such as gender, age, marital status, and educational level, provide a vivid portrait of the farming community. The majority of farmers was about (66.2%) are men, aged between 21-40 years, with varying levels of formal education. This diversity underlines the intricate tapestry of small ruminant farming practitioners. This study illuminates the interconnection between small ruminant farming, cultural heritage, and sustainable development. It underscores the significance of integrating traditional knowledge and modern insights to fortify the sector against challenges. The findings contribute actionable recommendations for targeted interventions, empowering farmers and shaping the future trajectory of small ruminant farming.
MOHAMMAD HAKKI SUCHIN TRANSLATOR
Authors: ALŞİBLİ İbrahim
Published: October 2023

Turks and Arabs had a common historical heritage after the collapse of the Ottoman empire and the formation of national states. The cultural uniqueness of the Arab and Turkish people was revealed. Translation is one of the most effective tools that requires establishing a communication and interaction bridge between them. This research aims to focus on Muhammat Hakki Sucin's translation of Arabic-Turkish languages and present his translated works. It also focuses on the academic and vocational training of the translator and aims at the developmental impact on his/her experience. This experience was based on his mastery of the Arabic language and direct translation from it. The first topic dealt with the cognitive and professional formation of the translator. The second topic deals with his translations from Arabic to Turkish. The third issue deals with the translations from Turkish to Arabic. This research adopts an open method evaluated by analysis and comparison. Finally, this research ends with the most important results
THE EMIGRATION OF MOROCCAN DOCTORS TO EUROPE
Authors: BENABDALLAH Zaynab , CHEKROUNI Djamila
Published: October 2023

In Morocco, the debates on the emigration of Moroccan doctors to developed countries constitute one of the major concerns of political decision-makers. Every year, a large number of Moroccan doctors leave Morocco with no intention of returning. This leak therefore exacerbates the difficulties faced by the Moroccan health system. Thus, if extensive measures are not taken to limit the flight of Moroccan doctors and motivate them to stay and invest their efficiency in Morocco, the Moroccan health system will experience a shortage in terms of medical staff and a structural imbalance. Few studies have addressed the issue of the emigration of Moroccan doctors abroad due to the lack of statistical data. The objective of this study is to describe the situation of the flight of Moroccan doctors and to identify the reasons that push them to migrate to other countries. This is a cross-sectional study collected from January to April 2022 by an anonymous questionnaire, which was sent electronically to Moroccan doctors practicing abroad. This questionnaire, developed for the study, explored the reasons for expatriation, as well as the level of satisfaction with the new living conditions
DIAGNOSING THE REALITY OF FOREIGN RESERVES IN ALGERIA DURING THE PERIOD (2000-2021)
Authors: SALHI Asma , BAAISSA Halima
Published: October 2023

This research paper aims to highlight the reality of Foreign reserves in Algeria light of economic development and openness to the world, and keep them for purpose of achieving import goals of economic stability, this study concluded that the Algerian economy is attached to hydrocarbons which is associated with the rise in oil wich led to the accumulation of the volume of foreign exchange significantly. The study started with a theoretical part on the most import concepts related to the foreign exchange reserve, we also devoted the second part to the study of the foreign exchange reserve in Algeria during the period (2010_2021). The study ended with a set of results and recommendations that serve in this study
Evaluation of Some Heavy Metals and Microbial Contamination in Some Imported Food Sauce
Authors: Kh Hassan Miyada
Published: October 2023

Canning, as a preservation technique, is extensively used to extend the shelf life and to maintain the quality of perishable foods. This study was conducted to assess the microbial contamination and give information about the concentration of the heavy metals (Zn, Cu, Pb and Cd) in canned sauce (Pasta sauce, basil sauce, Garlic sauce, Pizza sauce, Wing sauce, macaroni souse, mixed pickle, Mayonez, Tahin sauce, Pure Pomegranate syrup, Classical Sauce, Ketchup sauce, and Hot sauce) that collected from locally markets in Baghdad city during the period 1/9/2022 to 1/2/2023. The results indicated there was no bacterial contamination in all samples but there was a fungal contamination (mold and yeast) in (Pasta sauce, Garlic sauce, Mixed Pickle and Sesame sauce). Detection of investigated heavy metals including zinc, copper lead and cadmium, revealed the presence of Zinc and Copper in acceptable levels depending on the Iraqi standard specification, while Lead and Cadmium surpassed the permissible safe limits with concentration 0.25 ppm in Tahin sauce for Lead, and with concentrations 0.08, 0.07 and 0.11 ppm in canned Pesto basil sauce, Psti macaroni souse and Tahin sauce, respectively, for Cadmium
The Effect of Moringa Oleifera Powder On the Ability of Fusarium Spp Isolates to Produce Toxic Metabolites On Wild Eggplant, Atropa Belladonna
Authors: F. Merjan Ali , Jumaah Asree Hala , Ali Kareem Hanan
Published: October 2023

This study was conducted to estimate Fusarium spp ability to produce toxin metabolite, and evaluatethem by using Atropa belladonna leaf as detcror plant, F. graminearum was the most significantly isolate who effect in phytotoxicitly to Atropa belladonna leaf plants 67 %, also to evaluate efficiency of Moringa oleifera powder plant in inhibition radial growth Fusarium spp in agar plates, F. verticillioides, F. moniliforme were the biggest isolates affected by of Moringa oleifera powder plant 67 %. Results revealed that Moringa oleifera had significant effect in inhibiting phytotoxicity metabolites of Fusarium spp., F. verticillioides, F. moniliforme were the biggest isolates affected by of Moringa oleifera powder plant in inhibition of the ability to producing phytotoxicity reformulate
Cyanobacteria and Microalgae Microcystin-LR of the Reverse Osmosis House Filter Drinking Water in Babel Province, Iraq
Authors: Hilal Hadi Sabaa , H. Raheema Rana , A. Al-Khafaji M. , . Hassooni Abdulazeez A
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this work is to identify the light-darkness conditions of containers and the location (over or under the sink) of the house water filtration system, water cooler tank transparency that favor to growth of cyanobacteria and microalgae in the internals' parts. The culture results were Cyanobacterium cyclotella atomus, C. meneghiniana, microalgae chlorella vulgaris and scenedesmus arcuastus. These are identifying from group A and B of drinking water samples. A water HPLC system analyzer uses the Microcystin-LR standard was applied and present in moderate quantity in group A samples (0.84 mg/L), While low concentration in group B samples (0.46 mg/L), and absent in group C samples (control group). The aim of this study is creating a plan to serve the community by identifying ways of safe drinking water, this can be accomplished successfully
Security Challenges and Threats in Wireless Sensor Networks: A Review
Authors: S. Jabor Maytham , Salman Azez Aqeel , Hasan Nsaif Azhar , Sabah Abdulaziz Azhar , Mahdi Saleh Worud
Published: October 2023

Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs) have gained increasing popularity in recent years due to their diverse range of applications. However, owing to their distinctive characteristics—such as limited computational power, energy resources, and a dynamic nature—these networks present unique challenges. Comprising numerous small, lowpower sensor nodes, WSNs are deployed in specific areas to gather and transmit data to a base station or sink node. Nevertheless, they remain susceptible to various security threats. A significant concern in WSNs involves attacks compromising data confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Adversaries can intercept and modify transmitted data before forwarding it, thereby undermining its integrity. Additionally, attackers can compromise sensor nodes themselves, thereby gaining unauthorized network access, data manipulation abilities, and the potential to launch subsequent attacks. This paper comprehensively addresses security challenges in WSNs, encompassing attacks on data confidentiality, integrity, availability, and network vulnerabilities. Furthermore, it delves into various attack types against WSNs, such as node compromise, denial-of-service attacks, and network topology breaches. The document provides a thorough review of existing security solutions and protocols proposed to counter these attacks, including encryption, access control, and intrusion detection systems. Lastly, the paper identifies ongoing research challenges and outlines future strategies for enhancing WSN security
Effect of Toxoplasmosis On Zinc and Thyroid Hormones Levels with Pregnant Women
Authors: Abduwahab Alheany Aya R. , Abd. Mohammed Ammer
Published: October 2023

This study included 115 pregnant women, the case group consisted of 65 women who were infected with toxoplasmosis, while the control group involved 50 pregnant women who were not infected with toxoplasmosis. All the studied women attended Baghdad teaching hospital during the period from 1st February 2021 to 1st March 2022. The results in the current study revealed NS. between the mean ages between the case group (41.84±15.88) years and the control group (40.85±15.48) years. There was HS. (P<0.01) in mean Toxoplasma IgM levels between the case group (2.00±1.17) and the control group (0.09±0.17), and there was also HS. (p<0.01) in mean Toxoplasma IgG levels between the case group (14.20±7.06) and the control group (0.06±0.11). The findings showed HS. (p<0.01) in serum zinc levels between the patients group (56.84±18.87) and the control group (88.09±14.85). The result also showed HS. (p<0.01) between the mean levels of T3 and TSH (3.16±1.44) and (2.63±1.06) respectively and the control groups (1.37±0.80) and (1.14±0.98) respectively, while NS. (p>0.05) was found between the levels of T4 (3.65±0.97) and the control group (4.02±1.60). There was a correlation between Toxoplasma IgM and serum zinc (22.515), T3 (4.753), T4 (9.261), and TSH (2.795) with HS. (P<0.01), and a correlation between Toxoplasma IgG and serum zinc (17.505), T3 (11.736), T4 (11.377) and TSH (12.878) with HS. (P<0.01)
Study The Microbial Content About Different Types Of Bread, Pastries and Sweets Sold in Local Market
Authors: Sabeeh George Sahar
Published: October 2023

This study was conducted in the microbiology laboratories of the College of Agriculture, University of Basra for the year 2021. Modern techniques (Petri film slides) were used to count (total aerobic bacteria, total coliform bacteria, faecal coliform bacteria, Staphylococcus aureus, yeasts, and moulds) as they were collected from five different regions of Basra Governorate, which are (Abi al-Khasib, Old Basra, Algeria, Karma, and al-Ashar) from the shops scattered in these areas, and samples of some sweets, bread, and pastries (cakes with sesame, dumplings, date crumbs, local data, bread, and jerk). Specificity. The highest contamination was observed for the bread sample of the Old Basra region, as the logarithm of the microbial numbers reached (6,1, 1.8, 1, 1.2 and 1) cfu/g for each of (total aerobic bacteria, total coliform bacteria, faecal coliform bacteria, Staphylococcus aurous, yeasts and moulds) on Respectively, while the highest contamination of jerk was observed for the regions of Abi al-Khasib and Karma about the total number of bacteria, and faecal coliform bacteria were found, while there were no growth was found (for faecal coliform bacteria, Staphylococcus aurous, yeasts, and moulds) for the rest of the studied areas below. While the sweets were observed, the highest contamination was in the Abu al-Khasib area and for samples (sesame cakes, dumplings, date stalks, and local data). The average logarithm of the total number of bacteria was (4, 4.6, 5 and 5.3) cfu\g, respectively, while the lowest logarithm averages for the total number of bacteria for the Algeria region were (1, 2.2, 1.2, and 1.2) cfu\g, respectively, according to the above dessert arrangement. Also, no growth of faecal coliform bacteria, yeasts, and moulds was observed for all the sweets selected in the study. However, growth of Staphylococcus aurous bacteria was observed for the dumplings of the Karma region, with an average logarithm of 2.47 cfu/g. And the results obtained fell within the hygiene conditions that make them acceptable and palatable to the consumer
Antioxidant Activity of Whey Proteins Isolated from Enzymatically Hydrolyzed Camel's Milk and Their Using in Extending the Shelf Life of Oils
Authors: T. AL-Ibresam Orass , M. AL-Ali Rawdah , A. AL-Hilifi Sawsan
Published: October 2023

Camel milk is an important source of nutrients such as proteins and vitamins, including whey proteins, which make inhibition of oil oxidation and microbial growth. The proteolytic have high antioxidant activity due to their amino acid content. The antioxidant properties of camel milk are also attributed to the structural composition of whey proteins upon hydrolysis and their content of bioactive peptides that have antioxidant activities. According to the study, the decomposers showed a high activity in their ability to capture the DPPH radical and bind the ferric ion amounted to 53.19% and 62.88%, respectively, at a concentration of 20 mg/ml, in addition to having a high reducing capacity of 77.199% at the same concentration, and their amino acid content was estimated. The hydrolysates’ contribution for enhancing the storage capacity of the oils was studied by decreasing the peroxide number values of sesame seed oil stored at laboratory temperature for 60 days
The Effect of Alcoholic Extract of Infected Ceratonia Fruits Infected with Some Fungi on Some Histological Characteristics of White Male Swiss Ratus Rattus Ratus
Authors: Jawad Naki Al-Busaid Zainab , Abd Al -Ameer Mohammed Zainab , Shnewer Mahdi Al-Turfi Zainab , Kamal Noor Shalan Al-Qraawy Wijdan
Published: October 2023

The present study was aimed to evaluate the effect of carob alcoholic extract which is infected with Pencillium and three other species belonging to the species Aspergillus, Aspergillus niger, Aspergillus flavus, and Aspergillus terrus due to poor storage, in order to investigate the effect of this extract on the testes tissue of Swiss rats Rattus ratus. The current study was conducted in the animal house belonging to the Department of Life Sciences /College of Education for Girls/ University of Kufa, this study began in March until June 2017 Laboratory animals were divided into three main groups. The first group was treated with low concentration 100 mg / kg. The second group was treated with a high concentration 300 mg / kg of the alcoholic extract. The third group was a control group injected with normal saline 0.9 % NaCl2 tissue samples were taken from the three groups for the purpose of conducting tissue tests after one month of intra peritoneal injection. The results showed that the low concentration 100mg / kg had a somatic effect on the testicular tissue, some changes were observed in the tissue including the dissociation of the epithelial tissue ,expansion of blood vessels and accumulation of red blood cells inside it also there were Edema in the interstitial tissues and expansion in the diameter of the Seminal tubules and it was also observed that there was congestion in the Seminal tubules , decrease in the number of sperm within the cavity. High concentrations of alcoholic extract (300mg / kg showed that the changes on the tissues were higher than what observed for the lowest concentration, the most prominent of these changes is the breakdown of the Seminal tubules and Interstitial tissue There were also a marked decrease in sperm count in addition to an expansion in the diameter of the Seminal tubules, separation in the lining of the Seminal tubules, as the histological sections showed a large expansion in the diameter of blood vessels and aggregation of large numbers of red blood cells inside them
Introducing Systematic Patent Analysis as an Innovative Pedagogy Tool/Experiential Learning Project in HE Institutes and Universities to Boost Awareness of Patent-based IPR
Authors: Aithal P. S. , Aithal Shubhrajyotsna
Published: October 2023

Purpose: Research on Patent Analysis as an Innovative Pedagogy Tool/Experiential Learning Project in HE Institutes and Universities to Boost Awareness of Patent-based IPR" is being done to determine whether or not using patent analysis as a novel pedagogical strategy in higher education institutions is effective. Through hands-on interaction with actual patent data, this study seeks to determine how incorporating patent analysis into the academic curriculum can improve experiential learning and promote a deeper understanding of intellectual property rights (IPR). This study aims to contribute valuable insights that can guide educational practices, equip students with the necessary skills for the knowledge-based economy, and ultimately encourage innovation and entrepreneurship within the classroom by examining the effect of this novel pedagogy on students' awareness and comprehension of patent-related IPR. Method: An exploratory research method is used. The relevant information for exploring our idea of systematic patent analysis as an innovative pedagogy tool and experiential learning project in higher education institutions and universities are collected from scholarly articles using the Google search engine, Google Scholar search engine, and AI-based GPTs. Result and Discussion: The procedure for systematic patent analysis as an innovative pedagogy tool in the classroom and as a method of experiential learning for the students to create awareness, to convert their ideas into product or process-based patents during their studies in higher education institutions. The advantages, benefits, constraints, and disadvantages of adopting systematic patent analysis are analysed. The future implications and impact of systematic patent analysis as a pedagogical tool or experiential learning method are discussed. Originality/Value: Implementing a structured approach to patent analysis within higher education institutions facilitates the enhancement of meaningful contributions to the creation of innovative products or processes, thereby advancing the generation of new intellectual property rights (IPR) both for the institution and the nation. Type of the Research: Exploratory Research.
Role of Competitive Edge, Marketing Facilities, Financial and Government Supports on Small Entrepreneurship Development in Bangladesh
Authors: Sadekin M d Nazmus
Published: October 2023

Industrialization is the main field for sustainable economic development and achievement of social progress of a nation. Considering this, entrepreneurship is the key to the creation of new enterprises that energize and revitalize the economy. Notably, in Bangladesh, the role of Bangladesh Small and Cottage Industry Corporation (BSCIC) is the main catalyst for developing sustainable entrepreneurship. However, there are criticism that the standpoints of small and medium-sized businesses of the BSCIC entrepreneurs are under the assistance of the Government. Therefore, it is essential to see the impacts of other factors on the performance of the BSCIC Entrepreneurs. Therefore, this study aims at investigating the impacts of four factors, i.e., Competitive edge with large-scale industry, financial technical support, Marketing initiatives, and Government initiatives, on the performance of BSCIC Entrepreneurs. This study collected 65 sample data based on a questionnaire survey and the date were analyzed based on structural equation modelling. The result shows that marketing initiatives has positive impact, but competitive edge with large-scale industry as well as government support has negative impacts. Whereas the financial support does not show any impact on entrepreneurs’ performance. This study will help the entrepreneur and policy makers to improve the entrepreneurial development in Bangladesh.
Covid 19 Stress and Teaching Performance of Social StudiesTeachers in Public Higher Educational Institutions in Zambales
Authors: Decena Venzeil F
Published: October 2023

This study sought to establish a baseline for a faculty stress management program by assessing the COVID 19 stress levels of social studies teachers at public higher education institutions in Zambales in relation to their teach performance throughout the pandemic. The results showed that there were 34-year-old female Social Studies teachers who were single, earns a Salary Grade 11 to 13, and have 0 to 3 years of experience in the field. According to the respondent's self-evaluation, they have high levels of COVID 19 Stress and rank the subscale COVID Danger and Contamination Fear as their top stressor. However, they are less likely to experience COVID Traumatic Stress Symptoms, which only cause moderate stress. The responders' performance throughout the academic year 2020–2021 was Very Satisfactory. However, there is no correlation between respondents' COVID 19 stress levels and their teaching performance. Moreover, there is no significant difference between the COVID 19 stress level of the respondents when grouped according to their age, gender, civil status and number of years in service. However, there is significant difference between the COVID 19 stress levels of the respondents when grouped according to their economic status. Given the study's preceding findings, these must be verified and further explored in future studies involving a younger and larger population due to exposure to social media. Additionally, it is urged that these workers from various fields incorporate mental health promotion as a follow-up service after the outbreak of the COVID 19 epidemic.
Características de la realidad financiera producida por la crisis sanitaria (COVID-19) de los estudiantes de la Facultad de Economía del Centro Regional Universitario de Coclé. Año 2021
Authors: Harari L. Emilio J. , Ortega Aranda Boris A.
Published: October 2023

Un hecho evidenciable es que las consecuencias de la Pandemia producto de la COVID-19 van desde: económicas, financieras, educativas, políticas, sociales, culturales, entre otras; y no fueron ajenas a estados y corporaciones privadas, mucho menos a las personas y sus familias.  Para constatar en nuestros estudiantes estos efectos, se realizó la investigación tipo descriptiva sobre las características de la realidad financiera producida por la crisis sanitaria (Covid 19) de los estudiantes de la Facultad de Economía del Centro Regional Universitario de Coclé, año 2021 y cuyo objetivo principal era describir estas características. Se aplicó un instrumento tipo encuesta el cual fue desarrollado por 103 estudiantes de los cuales el 87% (90 estudiantes) indican que si hubo algún cambio en las finanzas personales.  El 40% (41) de los estudiantes manifestó reducción de ingresos en menos del 25%, 26% (27) que su situación económica se vio muy afectada por una reducción entre el 50% y un 75% de sus ingresos. El covid19 afectó directamente las fuentes de ingreso por la pérdida de trabajo, reducción salarial y reducción de horas laborables entre otras cosas, en el 79% de los estudiantes. El estudio sirve de base para promover algún tipo de ayuda para los estudiantes afectados en sus ingresos familiares para que el acceso de los mismo a la educación no se vea afectado.
ruta de tránsito y su incidencia en la construcción de la nacionalidad panameña
Authors: Rodríguez B. Keila Mabel
Published: October 2023

Los principales hechos historiográficos de nuestro país giran en torno al transitismo, el cual se instaura durante la era colonial, continua en el periodo de Unión a Colombia, donde se empiezan a sentir la beligerancia de algunos grupos económicos criollos, en aras de su concreción. Al no ser atendidas sus demandas, este periodo se caracteriza por un recuento de intentos separatistas; hasta que finalmente se logra concretar  en la era Republicana donde los desafíos continuarán con matices diferentes, dadas las condiciones de la firma del Tratado Hay Bunau Varilla; es a partir de este hecho que la doctrina del nacionalismo se instaurará con mayor fuerza, siendo asociada a la ruta de tránsito en favor de la recuperación del canal de Panamá, aupado por el discurso de alcanzar la plena soberanía, siendo los principales protagonistas en esta cruzada los grupos populares.

El presente trabajo tiene como objetivo establecer a través de un breve repaso de la historiografía ístmica la incidencia de la ruta de tránsito como eje articulador de la nacionalidad panameña. La metodología utilizada consistió, en la revisión documental, desde la mirada de cientistas sociales los cuales desde diversas perspectivas y disciplinas han venido aportando sobre el tema.

En función de la documentación consultada se puede concluir que el nacionalismo surge, según Anderson aproximadamente en el siglo XVIII, con miras a proveer de significados los retos que debían enfrentar los nuevos Estados - nación. En lo que concierne a Panamá desde la era colonial, pero especialmente durante los periodos Departamental y Republicano, se observa como la ruta de tránsito se convierte en el eje articulador sobre el cual girará la conformación del Estado – nación, a instancias de grupos comerciales, tanto criollos como extranjeros, quienes se convierten en los principales beneficiarios de la función asignada a Panamá.
Activities of Daily Living Assessment Early in Hospitalization Is Associated With Key Outcomes
Authors: Lavezza Annette , Hoyer Erik , Friedman Lisa Aronson , Daley Kelly , Steele Amber , Rosen Stephanie , Young Daniel
Published: October 2023

Importance: Assessing patients’ activities of daily living (ADLs) function early in hospitalization may help identify patients at risk for poor outcomes.

Objective: To investigate the association between patients’ ADL function at hospital admission and length of stay, inpatient falls, hospital-acquired pressure injuries, and discharge disposition.

Design: Retrospective cohort study using scores collected on the Activity Measure for Post-Acute Care Inpatient Activity Short Form (AM-PAC IASF) in routine care at admission.

Setting: Two inpatient units at the Johns Hopkins Hospital.

Participants: Hospitalized patients with various diagnoses, including neurosurgical, stroke, and general neurology (N = 1,899).

Results: People with lower AM-PAC scores (every 10-point difference) had increased odds (odds ratio [OR] = 1.6; 95% confidence interval [CI] = 1.4–1.8) of being in the highest length-of-stay quartile (≥8 days), having an injurious fall (OR = 1.7; 95% CI = 1.3–2.2), acquiring a pressure injury (OR = 2.7; 95% CI = 1.5–5.3), and being discharged to a postacute care facility (OR = 3.02; 95% CI = 2.1–2.7).

Conclusions and Relevance: Greater functional impairments in ADLs, measured with the AM-PACS IASF, were significantly associated with worse outcomes. AM-PAC IASF scores may be useful in identifying patients with ADL deficits and targeting occupational therapy services for patients who are at higher risk for negative outcomes.

What This Article Adds: Early assessment of ADL function in routine care of hospitalized patients may aid in treatment and care plan decisions, particularly for inpatients who may be at higher risk for adverse outcomes.
When questions guide the work: Voices of passionate teachers
Authors: Wisehart Randall , Rickey Deborah
Published: October 2023

This study describes what the graduates of a teacher educator program continue to apply in their classrooms and schools up to fifteen years after they began teaching. The data for this study included focus group notes, interview notes, and questionnaire responses. Teacher educators analyzed the data in order to explore their inquiry about how the educator preparation program had impacted and continued to impact graduates. The voices of the graduates highlighted ways they continued to apply foundational ideas from the program in their classrooms.
Grades or No Grades? Promoting Deeper Learning in a Middle Level Mathematics Methods Course
Authors: Casler-Failing Shelli
Published: October 2023

This action research investigated pre-service teachers (PSTs) experiences with ungrading practices in a mathematics methods course designed for middle level PSTs (grades 4-8). This study analyzed archival data through the lenses of pedagogical content knowledge, growth mindset, and self-efficacy to investigate how PSTs’ experiences with the process of ungrading supported their development of pedagogical content knowledge. Throughout the course, verbal feedback was provided during class discourse and the interactive lectures and written feedback was provided for all submitted assignments. The feedback provided was both positive and constructive in nature. Based on the assignment or activity, constructive feedback was either provided to improve future work submissions or for a revise and resubmit of the current assignment. The findings provide evidence that the process of ungrading can be beneficial to learning. Ungrading supported PSTs by teaching them how to grow from the feedback provided and to reflect on their learning throughout the semester. The PSTs developed and improved their pedagogical content knowledge through the processes of revision and reflection. Ungrading is a process that takes more planning, support, and time, but the outcome is well worth the effort.
A study to reveal the effectiveness of taxifolin in sunitinib-induced oxidative muscle damage in rats
Authors: Yaşar Hasan , Tanoglu Ceyda , Gulapoglu Mine , Suleyman Halis , Yazıcı Gülce Naz , Arslan Yusuf Kemal
Published: October 2023

Introduction

The aim of this study is to examine the oxidative damage caused by sunitinib on skeletal muscle and whether taxifolin is effective against that oxidative damage.

Material and methods

Thirty albino Wistar male rats were used in the experiment. The rats were divided into 3 equal-sized groups: a sunitinib-only administered group (SUN), a sunitinib + taxifolin administered group (SUT), and a control group (CG) without treatment. Taxifolin and sunitinib were administered by oral gavage at a dose of 50 mg/kg for taxifolin and a dose of 25 mg/kg for sunitinib. Striated hind limb muscle tissue of rats was removed; malondialdehyde (MDA), reduced glutathione (GSH), and superoxide dismutase (SOD) levels were measured in muscle tissue; muscle tissue was examined histopathologically; creatine kinase (CK) levels were determined in the blood samples of rats; and the results were compared between the groups.

Results

In the SUN group, MDA and CK values were statistically significantly higher than in the SUT and CG groups, but SOD and GSH values were statistically significantly lower. The SUT and CG groups were similar when compared. Histopathologically, congested blood vessels, oedema, degeneration, inflammation, and rupture of muscle fibres in muscle tissue were detected in the SUN group. However, in the SUT group it was observed that blood vessels were normal, there were no degenerative findings, and inflammation was resolved.

Conclusions

Sunitinib causes oxidative damage to skeletal muscle tissue. Taxifolin prevents the toxic effect of sunitinib on skeletal muscle due to its antioxidant effects.
Prevalence and impact of fibromyalgia on disease activity in a sample of Iraqi patients with rheumatoid arthritis
Authors: Gorial Faiq Isho , Saloom Ahmad Wisam , Shakir Abbood Huda
Published: October 2023

Introduction

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic systemic autoimmune inflammatory disease. Fibromyalgia (FM) is a common diffuse pain syndrome in several rheumatic diseases. This study aimed to find the prevalence of FM in RA patients and to explore its impact on the disease activity of RA patients.

Material and methods

A total of 170 RA patients diagnosed according to the 2010 American College of Rheumatology/European League Against Rheumatism classification criteria for RA were enrolled in this cross-sectional study. Age, gender, body mass index, marital status, educational level, occupation, smoking history, disease duration, and medications used were reported. Fibromyalgia was diagnosed by using the fibromyalgia criteria 2016 revision. The disease activity of RA patients was measured by using the clinical disease activity index (CDAI) and disease activity score-28 (DAS28).

Results

The mean age of fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) patients was 51.263 ±11.531 years, and for non-FMS patients it was 48.469 ±13.932 years. FM was present in 57 (42.7%) RA patients, among whom the prevalence of FMS among female patients was 36.4%, which was significantly higher than that among male patients, at 6.3% (p = 0.015). FM significantly increased the disease activity measured by DAS28 ( = 0.241, p = 0.001) and by CDAI ( = 0.359, p < 0.001). Female gender and functional class of patients with RA positively increase the disease activity DAS28 ( = 0.142, p = 0.032;  = 0.396, p > 0.001), while only functional class increased the disease activity measured by CDAI ( = 0.373, p > 0.001).

Conclusions

The occurrence of FM in RA patients was common, and there was significant positive correlation between FMS severity and RA disease activity.
MATERNAL DIFFICULTIES IN THE PROCESS OF BREASTFEEDING PREMATURES IN THE NEONATAL ICU
Authors: Oliveira Galdino Adriana , Eduarda Almeida de Souza Cicera , Silva Oliveira Geane , De Lira Silva Macerlane , Barros de Quental Ocilma
Published: October 2023

Introduction: Breastfeeding is widely recognized as the gold standard for neonatal nutrition, providing not only essential nutrients but also antibodies and growth factors that are especially vital for premature babies, who often have immature immune systems. It is essential to understand and address these barriers holistically, recognizing the importance of offering adequate support to mothers of premature babies in the NICU, promoting a more positive and beneficial breastfeeding experience for all parties involved. Objective: To highlight the challenges of breastfeeding in the NICU. Methodology: this is an integrative review of the literature, carried out in scientific databases: LILACS, SCIELO and MEDLINE. Results and Discussions: the NICU environment, although crucial for the recovery of premature babies, can be frightening and stressful for mothers. The constant presence of machines and monitors, the strict control of visitors and the intense medical routine can generate anxiety and hinder the feeling of relaxation and intimacy necessary for breastfeeding. These emotional and psychological barriers can impair a mother’s ability to establish and maintain breastfeeding. Another significant set of challenges concerns the physical and technical aspects of breastfeeding in the NICU. Premature babies often do not have the strength or coordination needed to effectively suck breast milk directly from their mother’s breast. Therefore, expressing and administering breast milk through gastric tubes or other methods has become common practice. This can create an environment of discomfort and frustration for mothers, who want to experience breastfeeding in the traditional way. Conclusion: breastfeeding in the NICU is not just about nutrition; It is an act of love and care that strengthens the bond between mother and baby and provides a solid foundation for the child’s future development. Recognizing and addressing maternal difficulties is the first step to ensuring that all mothers of premature babies in the NICU have the opportunity to experience the transformative benefits of breastfeeding and thus promote a healthy and loving start to these precious premature lives.