bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
SPSTNet: Image Super-Resolution Using Spatial Pyramid Swin Transformer Network
Authors: Sun Yemei , Wang Jiao , Yang Yue , Zhang Yan
Published: November 2024

Recent research on enhancing image resolution using convolutional neural networks (CNNs) have shown encouraging outcomes. While due to the intrinsic locality of the convolution operator, CNN-based methods limit the capacity to obtain contextual information and long-range dependency. To address this problem, we propose a hybrid network by integrating CNN and Transformer which show impressive performance to learn long-range contextual information for image SR. Specifically, by introducing a spatial pyramid pooling (SPP) module into the multi-head attention (MHA), the Spatial Pyramid Swin Transformer (SPST) module achieves linear computational complexity and integrates multi-scale features. This enables the model to learn a wider range of multi-scale features and enhances the capabilities of the attention matrix. Moreover, the gated convolution (GC) module employs the abundant low-frequency information from low-resolution to assist reconstruction and provides a learnable dynamic feature selection mechanism to further constrain the training to improve performance. Extensive experiments were carried out to assess the efficacy of our approach utilizing a benchmark dataset. The results of indicate that our method surpasses alternative approaches in terms of parameter count and computational efficiency. Especially, the proposed method increases PSNR by 0.05 dB and uses 1.6M fewer parameters than SwinIR, resulting in a shorter inference time.
Alexithymia, emotion regulation and autistic traits in Familial adenomatous polyposis
Authors: Vieira Anaís Virginie Olívia , Martins Ana Filipa Santos , Sousa Fabiana Filipa Silva , Balsinha Maria Manuela Baptista , Grangeia Rosa Maria Loureiro Sousa Lopes , Machado Ana Sofia Monteiro
Published: November 2024

Familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) and Lynch Syndrome (LS) are both associated with colorectal cancer, but FAP patients tend to have lower adherence to regular endoscopic surveillance, possibly due to lower emotional distress levels. This study aimed to compare alexithymia, autistic traits, and emotion regulation strategies in patients with FAP and LS. In a cross-sectional design, we assessed 20 patients (10 FAP, 10 LS) using the Toronto Alexithymia Scale (TAS-20), Autism-Spectrum Quotient (AQ), and Emotion Regulation Questionnaire (ERQ). Statistical analyses were conducted using SPSS vs. 29 and R vs. 4.4.0. Results showed a high prevalence of alexithymia, present in 80% of FAP patients compared to 50% in LS patients, with a higher mean TAS-20 score in FAP (70.5 vs. 61.5; p = 0.14), though not statistically significant. Autistic traits were noted in 25% of all participants, with higher mean AQ scores in FAP patients (23.4) than in LS (20.2), but the difference was not significant (p = 0.192). Regarding emotion regulation, most participants (70%) used Expressive Suppression. LS patients scored higher than FAP patients in Cognitive Reappraisal (4.42 vs. 4.25) and Expressive Suppression (5.50 vs. 4.38). These findings suggest that FAP patients may exhibit greater alexithymia and autistic traits compared to LS patients, potentially impacting their approach to healthcare and surveillance adherence.
Novel genomic approaches support Xenacoelomorpha as sister to all Bilateria
Authors: Álvarez-Presas Marta , Ruiz-Trillo Iñaki , Paps Jordi
Published: November 2024

One of the most contentious debates in animal evolution is whether the first bilaterian animal was simple or complex. At the centre of this debate is the phylogenetic placement of the enigmatic lineage known as Xenacoelomorpha. For the last 25 years, different phylogenies have shown Xenacoelomorpha to be either a sister group to the rest of the bilaterians or inside the deuterostomes, with some analyses challenging the monophyly of deuterostomes. To solve this conundrum, we mined thousands of gene families from 91 complete genomes and analysed them using various alignment-free genome-wide evolutionary processes. We also applied these approaches to inform the construction of a novel metazoan gene matrix 15 times larger than previous datasets. This dataset was also used to reconstruct the protein complement present in the genome of the last common ancestor of bilaterians. These datasets were thoroughly analysed with approaches and evolutionary models to reduce systematic artifacts. Our results strongly support Xenacoelomorpha as the sister group to all other bilaterians and the monophyly of deuterostomes, pointing to a simple bilaterian, while illustrating the phylogenetic potential of genomic-level approaches.
Prevalence of tick infestation among domestic animals in Sargodha, Khushab and Attock districts of Punjab, Pakistan
Authors: Hussain Imtiaz , Faheem Kiran , Mehmood Sundas , Ahmad Muhammad Zeeshan
Published: November 2024

The present study was designed primarily for the investigation of tick infestation in three districts (Sargodha, Khushab and Attock) of Punjab, Pakistan. Ticks are arachnids responsible for major economic losses in livestock industry. Anemia, abortion, anorexia, irritation and depression due to tick infestation is not only a problem for livestock sector but ticks are also responsible for the spread of various bacterial, protozoal and viral diseases. Tick infestation in animals have also public health significance as many zoonotic diseases are also spread by ticks. Ticks can act both mechanical and biological vectors. Main objective of the present study was the isolation and identification of different tick species infesting domestic animals in Sargodha, Khushab and Attock districts. Ticks were collected from 2148 animals including cows, buffaloes, sheep, goats, horses and dogs out of total 4950 animals inspected from three districts. Overall prevalence of tick infestation among these animals was calculated to be 43.39%. Highest prevalence of tick infestation with 44.18% was observed in Attock. Cattle with the prevalence of 54.13% were the most infested animals in all three districts whereas lowest prevalence of tick infestation was observed in horses with prevalence rate of 10.67%. Sheep and goats showed almost similar prevalence rates of 44.90% and 45.97% respectively. 11.65% of dogs were found to be infested with ticks in present study. Five species of ticks namely, Hyalomma anatolicum, Rhiphicephalus (Boophilus) microplus, Riphicephalus (Boophilus) annulatus, Rhiphicephalus sanguneus and Hemaphysalis spp. were identified morphologically. Most prevalent specie among these five was the Hyalomma anatolicum with the prevalence of 42.18%. High prevalence of Hyalomma anatolicumwas observed in Sargodha. Lowest identification rate of Hemaphysalis spp. was observed in all three districts with the prevalence of 4.59% in Attock and 4.00% in both Sargodha and Khushab districts. Data of tick infestation can be very handy while making control strategies for ticks. Many pandemics can be avoided by making policies keeping in view of the prevalence of ticks which are responsible for the spread of many pathogens including, protozoa, bacteria and viruses in animals and humans.
Aziz Gardi's world view of Kurdish culture and literature
Authors: Rzgar Umer Fattah  , Sakar Akram Hama Saleh
Published: November 2024

Aziz Gardi's world view of Kurdish culture and literature
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Impact of Control Strategies for Wind-Assisted Ships on Energy Consumption
Authors:   Department of Systems Innovation, School of Engineering, The University of Tokyo, Japan, Guzelbulut Cem , Badalotti Timoteo ,   Monohakobi Technology Institute, Tokyo, Japan, Suzuki Katsuyuki ,   Department of Systems Innovation, School of Engineering, The University of Tokyo, Japan
Published: November 2024

Wind-assisted ship propulsion is one of the solutions for reducing greenhouse gas emissions by generating additional thrust using renewable wind power. Various technologies utilizing wind power to generate thrust are being developed and adopted by the industry. In addition to the thrust, side forces are also generated as secondary outputs, and they significantly affect ship motion. Although many studies have been conducted on the effects of sails on ship dynamics and energy consumption, the impact of control strategies of wind-assisted ships on energy consumption has not been clearly identified. This study aimed to determine the bearings of different control strategies on ships in terms of motion and energy. When the heading control strategy is adopted, rotor sails can reduce energy consumption by up to 10%. However, course- and speed-controlled ships without any wind-assistance devices can reduce energy consumption by 15%, and a further reduction of up to 30% can be achieved through rotor sails depending on the wind direction. When the control of the rotor sails was changed from a stand-alone controller to a ship dynamics-integrated controller, the energy consumption can be reduced by approximately 1-2% for course- and speed-controlled ships.
Effects analysis of higher flexural additives to increase crack resistance in rigid pavements
Authors: Dewanto Dewanto , Djakfar Ludfi , Wisnumurti Wisnumurti , Wicaksono Achmad
Published: November 2024

Road pavements basically must be able to serve traffic properly without any damage conditions that can endanger road users. The condition of road damage still occurs a lot starting with damage in the form of cracks. To overcome road damage, research needs to be done either in the form of selecting the right design material or design to reduce the risk of premature damage to road pavement. Therefore, there is a need for an approach where additives are needed that can increase the resistance to cracking in concrete pavement. With these background conditions, this study was conducted with the aim of looking for a mixture of materials and types of road pavements that can reduce the condition of cracks in concrete road pavements. The method used in conducting this research is by conducting laboratory testing by making test objects in the form of concrete with the addition of flekson material so as to make obtain flexibility properties. The test is carried out by assessing the crack pattern of the specimen with different levels of flekson. The analysis method used in this study is the analysis of the variant method, while to determine the difference in cracks in the material added to the flekson additive using the regression method. The results of the study found that with the addition of flekson additives, the value of cracks in the concrete road pavement will decrease. Flekson levels that have a good influence on the condition of concrete road pavements. The optimum flekson content in the concrete mixture is 1.5 %, if the flekson content mixed exceeds that it will further reduce the flexural strength of the concrete. Regression modeling results of flekson content and crack width relationship y=0.6x+5 with R2 equal to 0.9529
Drying of andrographis paniculata with hot air controlled with artificial intelligence
Authors: Nramat Wichai , Traiphat Wasakorn , Sukruan Phuachat , Utaprom Prachum , Phatedoung Luedate , Piamboriboon Pitichon , Nramat Sutep
Published: November 2024

This article presents the development of drying Andrographis paniculata with hot air controlled by artificial intelligence system together with infrared rays. The tools used in the research are Andrographis paniculata drying cabinet with hot air controlled by artificial intelligence system together with infrared rays. The part consists of an oven with a width of 1204 millimeters and a length of 380 millimeters. A 65-watt blower fan serves to blow air to move heat evenly into the dryer. The source of heat release uses a heating coil, Fin Heater/fin heater. Voltage size 220 V 1,000 W, length 450 mm, metal weave size 11 mm, fin size 31 mm. Heat with a thermocouple was checked to compare with the temperature set. In the event that the temperature in the Andrographis paniculata dryer has not decreased, the thermal camera will turn on the ventilation fan to carry the heat outside. and ordered to reduce the temperature of the heater. The measured temperature data will be saved to the Raspberry Pi server. Research found that the machine can dry Andrographis paniculata according to the machine's operating conditions. And can dry Andrographis paniculata at a temperature of 40 °C according to the value specified in drying. The humidity before drying was 100 % and after drying – 0.73 %. The weight before drying was – 30g and after drying – 8.1g. The drying rate was 1.37 and the average temperature – 60 °C according to the value specified in drying. Moisture before drying was 100 % and after drying – 0.79 %. Weight before drying was 60g and after drying – 12.6g. Drying rate was 1.27. The system also uses a low heat source with a power of 1 kW. Electrical voltage – 220 V
Boas práticas para elaboração de relatos de experiência da Educação Profissional e Tecnológica: oficina formativa
Authors: Milhomens David Matos , Gruber Crislaine , Mendonça Igor Thiago Marques , Silva Michelsch João da
Published: November 2024

Relato de uma oficina desenvolvida para orientar os pesquisadores da Educação Profissional e Tecnológica (EPT) sobre “Boas práticas para elaboração de relatos de experiência da EPT”, incluindo reflexões teóricas, exemplos práticos e atividades interativas. Participaram da oficina 40 pesquisadores de forma online síncrona. Os resultados apontam que a oficina proposta é uma ferramenta conceitual, didático-pedagógica, comunicacional e estético e funcional, promovendo a participação ativa dos sujeitos no processo de aprendizagem e disseminação de conhecimento da EPT. Permite aos pesquisadores a facilitação da criação de relatos de experiências. Por fim, indica que são necessárias diretrizes claras e capacitações específicas para fortalecer as publicações científicas na EPT.
Diversidade geográfica institucional nos periódicos científicos vinculados ao Portal de Periódicos Udesc
Authors: Souza Marcela Reinhardt de , Souza Estefany Gualdes , Ramos Ester de Oliveira , Dornelles Dayane
Published: November 2024

Objetivou-se analisar a diversidade geográfica nos conselhos editoriais e autorias dos periódicos da Udesc entre 2021 e 2023. Os resultados indicam um predomínio de pessoas do Brasil, com maior concentração nas regiões Sudeste e Sul, destacando-se Santa Catarina com maior representatividade. Podemos atribuir a desigualdades no acesso à pesquisa e infraestrutura, barreiras linguísticas e de divulgação. Os achados ressaltam a necessidade de políticas inclusivas que fomentem a participação de pesquisadores(as) de diferentes regiões e países, em consonância com os princípios de Diversidade, Equidade, Inclusão e Acessibilidade (DEIA). A ampliação da diversidade geográfica nos periódicos da Udesc contribuirá para uma produção científica mais representativa e diversificada.
A prática da preservação de periódicos eletrônicos: o caso do Diretorium. Preserve BR
Authors: Santos Gildenir Carolino , Damasio Edilson , Andrada Danielle Del Giudice de
Published: November 2024

Na preservação de documentos digitais, é fundamental a adoção de estratégias e metodologias eficazes para sua gestão, bem como ferramentas que assegurem a sua manutenção a longo prazo. Este trabalho tem como objetivo relatar a experiência da criação do Diretorium.Preserve BR por meio de uma pesquisa exploratória e descritiva. O estudo detalha o propósito do diretório, apresentando o número de títulos, as áreas do conhecimento, as subáreas e as regiões, além de expor a metodologia e a implementação do plugin LOCKSS pela Rede Cariniana, empregado como boa prática na preservação de periódicos. É cada vez mais imprescindível garantir que os periódicos estejam disponíveis e acessíveis às futuras gerações e que continuem a contribuir para o avanço da pesquisa científica.
Questões técnicas e éticas para citações sem plágio em tempos de inteligência artificial
Authors: Silva Eli Lopes da , Werlang Elisabete
Published: November 2024

Este relato de experiências tem como objetivo orientar a comunidade acadêmica sobre questões técnicas (de norma) e sobretudo éticas (de respeito à autoria) na redação de citações sem plágio. Tão potencializado ou facilitado pelo uso da inteligência artificial, o plágio tem sido negligenciado por alguns autores. Por essa razão, este relato de experiências procura mostrar o que parece ser óbvio, mas não é: o conceito e uso de citações diretas e indiretas, bem como o problema ético do uso da inteligência artificial. Os autores, por meio da experiência que obtiveram como professores e editores de periódico científico, mostram como tanto o desconhecimento de normas técnicas, quanto o conhecimento equivocado do que é uma citação, leva os autores a cometerem plágio.
Boas práticas editoriais para metadados em periódicos científicos utilizando o OJS
Authors: Silveira Sophia Dalla Costa da , Silva Kamilla Pereira , Silva Igor Moura Danieleviz e
Published: November 2024

Este artigo investigou como as recomendações de boas práticas editoriais podem aprimorar a qualidade dos metadados em periódicos científicos que utilizam o Open Journal Systems (OJS). Metodologicamente, apresenta-se uma análise qualitativa exploratória e descritiva das práticas de preenchimento de metadados em 15 revistas científicas. A pesquisa envolveu a revisão da literatura e observação da utilização dos metadados nas revistas selecionadas. Por resultado, categorizou-se os campos de metadados no OJS, as práticas identificadas e suas contra indicações. A interpretação comparada entre a literatura encontrada e a prática editorial permitiu identificar desafios e oportunidades para otimizar o uso dos metadados e, consequentemente, aumentar a visibilidade da produção científica.
Uma década de avaliação por pares: em busca da equidade e diversidade
Authors: Heringer Tiago Antonio , Carli Ana Laura Oliveira De , Machado Bruna Danyelle Duarte , Back Daiane Raquel Kist , Valim Andreia Rosane de Moura , Possuelo Lia Gonçalves
Published: November 2024

A qualidade dos periódicos científicos está intimamente ligada à revisão por pares, essencial para a validação das publicações. A Revista de Epidemiologia e Controle de Infecção (Reci) destaca-se pelo compromisso com a qualidade e ampla participação de revisores qualificados. Entre 2014 e 2023, a Reci teve 617 revisores, com média anual de 62, predominando mulheres (73%). Apesar dos esforços para manutenção da diversidade de origem dos pareceristas, a região Centro-Oeste não foi representada. A alta concentração de instituições no Sudeste influencia a distribuição e a falta de representatividade regional pode afetar a diversidade de perspectivas e a qualidade da revisão. A Reci deve implementar estratégias para engajar avaliadores internacionais e das regiões menos representadas, promovendo revisão mais diversificada e inclusiva.
Inserção de estudante de graduação e pós-graduação em enfermagem em atividades editoriais: relato de experiência
Authors: Gallasch Cristiane Helena , Folly Juliana Rodrigues Silva , Santos Naomi Araújo dos , Lira Alexa Luiza Morais Lopes de , Silva Renata Flavia Abreu da
Published: November 2024

Considerando a relevância da compreensão do processo de produção e disseminação de evidências científicas por discentes em formação profissional, assim como o potencial de atuação de pós-graduandos de programas stricto sensu em atividades de revisões por pares e equipes editoriais, tem-se como objetivo relatar a experiência de inserção de graduandos pós-graduandos em enfermagem nas atividades do processo editorial da Revista Enfermagem UERJ. São apresentadas as ações desenvolvidas junto a estudantes de graduação e pós-graduação, dos cursos de mestrado e doutorado, envolvendo o fluxo de avaliação e publicação de artigos, além da divulgação científica por canais virtuais, configurando-se como atividade inovadora, de complementação na formação e que desperta o interesse pela leitura de artigos científicos pela comunicação científica à sociedade.
Rare disease in neonatology: Ectodermal dysplasia as Christ – Siemens – Touraine syndrome
Authors: Vaganova V. S. , Gordiychuk S. N. , Kireu A. Z. , Malinina E. I. , Khramova E. B.
Published: November 2024

Christ – Siemens – Touraine syndrome is a genetically determined disease, mainly of males, the female is carriers of the pathogenic gene. The incidence of the disease has not been precisely established, according to modern data 1 case on 5 000–10 000 newborns, in female carriers 17 cases 100 000. Usually, the syndrome is inherited linked to gender, but autosomal and spontaneous forms are possible. There is a mutation of the EDA1 gene encoding the synthesis of ectodysplasin-A. As a result, epithelial and mesenchymal interactions are disrupted, leading to a lack of regulation of the formation of epithelial appendages. There are phenotypic specific features: thick lips, triangular lower jaw, wide saddle-shaped bridge of the nose and deformed low-set ear, wide cheekbones, fine wrinkled and hyperpigmented skin around the eyes, agenesis of the mammary glands in women. A clinical triad of signs is characteristic: hypotrichosis/atrichosis (thin, light, dry hair); hypodontia/anodontia (conical teeth); hypohidrosis/anhidrosis (a condition that threatens the death of a child due to hyperthermia). The authors presented a clinical case of hereditary Christ – Siemens – Touraine syndrome in a newborn child. The documentation was used when writing the article, we was used the medical history of the department of pathology of newborn children and young children of Tyumen regional clinical hospital No. 2 and was analyzed scientific articles about this theme in the open scientific databases, such as PubMed, Elsiver, Springer and Russian scientific electronic library. The presence of specific phenotypic and clinical signs makes it possible to diagnose the syndrome immediately after birth. Based on the datas of medical history, a burdened genealogical history, the initial the patient examination allowed to identify numerous stigmas of dysembriogenesis and malformations that confirmed the rare hereditary Christ – Siemens – Touraine syndrome. Christ-Siemens-Touraine syndrome is a risk factor for skin diseases, respiratory system and teeth, which must be taken into account for early diagnosis and determination of further patient management tactics by a pediatrician, dermatologist and dentist.
Comorbid conditions in phthisiology: The basis of interdisciplinary collaboration between pediatricians and phthisiologists (literature review and commentaries)
Authors: Ovsyankina E. S. , Panova L. V. , Zakharova I. N. , Piskunova O. A.
Published: November 2024

Comorbid conditions in pediatric and adolescent phthisiology determine the need for interdisciplinary collaboration between healthcare professionals in different areas of expertise both at the stage of disease diagnosis and during tuberculosis treatment. This review is aimed to systematize the knowledge of pediatricians in different areas of expertise about comorbid conditions in tuberculosis (causes, risk factors for their development, options for timely diagnosis, impact of forced polypharmacy on the development of drug complications). The data of available methodological documents and published articles on the issue are systematized. The article presents groups at high risk for developing TB disease among patients with somatic pathology, the possibilities of modern diagnostic techniques based on a comprehensive medical examination with due account for the diagnostic algorithm and treatment regimen for a particular disease. If there is a reason to suspect tuberculosis in primary health care facilities and prior to prescribing immunosuppressive drugs, the minimum mandatory diagnostic examination in risk groups is set forth. The importance of key techniques for the detection and diagnosis of tuberculosis in children and adolescents including those with immunocompromised diseases is emphasized: Mantoux test using 5 tuberculin units (TU) of purified protein derivative (PPD)-L, a test with recombinant tuberculosis allergen (RTA), diagnostic tests assessing release of interferon gamma by T-lymphocytes in vitro during selective screening), computed tomography, detection of Mycobacterium tuberculosis in any diagnostic samples. Attention is paid to the impact of forced polypharmacy on the drug complications and treatment failures in patients with comorbidities, which requires collaboration between healthcare professionals in different areas of expertise to provide adequate selection of anti-tuberculosis therapy taking into account comorbidities. This approach to the management of patients with chronic somatic pathology allows for the prevention or early detection of tuberculosis.
Management of childhood asthma: What is new?
Authors: Kolosova N. G. , Denisova V. D. , Shatalina S. I.
Published: November 2024

Asthma is the most common chronic respiratory disease of childhood worldwide with around 10% of children and young adults affected. Despite the high prevalence, paediatric asthma treatment outcomes are inadequate, and there are several avoidable deaths each year. Uncontrolled asthma in the paediatric population remains a major challenge worldwide, continues to impose a significant economic burden, and has a negative impact on the quality of life (QOL) of patients and their families. Effective asthma management involves a holistic approach addressing both pharmacological and non-pharmacological management, as well as education and self-management aspects. Working in partnership with children and families is key in promoting good outcomes. Education on how to take treatment effectively, trigger avoidance, modify risk factors and actions to take during acute attacks via personalised asthma action plans is essential. There is uncertainty about the best treatment option for children/ adolescents with uncontrolled asthma despite the fact that inhaled corticosteroids are the treatment of choice. This article presents clinical case reports that consider therapies reducing asthma exacerbations and symptoms in patients with uncontrolled asthma aged < 6 years, who receive inhaled corticosteroids. The first case is the treatment of a 5-year-old child with a hereditary loading from the mother: bronchial asthma; allergic anamnesis: sensitization to food products (cow’s milk protein), household (house dust mites, cat hair) and pollen (birch) allergens was identified. The second case is a 4-year-old child with a history of recurrent bronchitis and bronchial obstruction due to acute respiratory infections since the age of 2 and a diagnosis of bronchial asthma established at the age of 2.5 years.
Legal framework for immunodiagnosis of tuberculosis in pediatric practice
Authors: Baryshnikova L. A. , Kudlay D. A. , Doktorova N. P.
Published: November 2024

Creation of a legal framework for immunodiagnosis of tuberculosis in paediatric practice in our country began in 1923, when the 2nd All-Russian Tuberculosis Congress and the 2nd All-Union Congress of Paediatricians were held. These congresses were known to approve the medicinal product label for the first tuberculosis diagnostic product Koch's alt-tuberculin. The product continued to improve; hence the method of tuberculin diagnosis has changed overtime. Starting from 2017, medical screening for TB in the paediatric population has been determined in Russia. TB is identified using various tuberculosis allergens according to the age group: a) immunodiagnostic examination of children aged 1–7 years is performed using a bacterial allergen with 2 tuberculin units of purified protein derivative-standard solution; b) immunodiagnostic examination of children aged 8–14 years is performed using the recombinant tuberculosis allergen derivative-standard solution; c) immunodiagnostic examination of children aged 15 through 17 years is performed using recombinant tuberculosis allergen derivative-standard solution or chest X-ray fluoroscopy. This review describes in detail the formation and development of the legal framework for screening for TB in the paediatric population in Russia. Detailed information on the current requirements for immunodiagnosis of TB in children and adolescents in accordance with the current legislation of the Russian Federation is presented. Issues of sanitary legislation, interdisciplinary interaction between primary health care facilities and anti-tuberculosis institutions are highlighted. Answers to the most frequently asked questions on the screening for TB in paediatric practice are provided.
Otorhinogenic intracranial complications in children: Optimization of diagnostics and treatment
Authors: Kuznetsova N. E. , Zakharov S. D.
Published: November 2024

Introduction. Intracranial complications (IC) of sinusitis and acute otitis media (AOM) in children are rare but life-threatening phenomena. Both intracranial and extracranial complications require early diagnosis and timely interdisciplinary approach to treatment. The article considers data on the prevalence of otorhinogenic complications in children, the possibilities of their early diagnosis, treatment and prognosis at the present stage.

Aim. To study the prevalence of otolaryngogenic complications, the possibility of their early diagnosis and prediction of the occurrence of complications in children.

Materials and methods. A retrospective analysis of medical records of patients aged ≤ 18 years who were treated in the pediatric otolaryngology department of the Tyumen Regional Clinical Hospital No. 2 from 2013–2023 was performed. A patient database was created, the prevalence of intracranial complications was studied, the significance of clinical, laboratory parameters, and integral blood indices was assessed, and a model for predicting otolaryngogenic intracranial complications was created based on the logistic regression method.

Results. A total of 21 495 people were treated over the past period, 233 (1.1%) had verified otogenic complications, 55 (0.3%) had intracranial complications, and 178 (0.8%) had extracranial complications. The average age of children with otogenic intracranial complications (OIC) was 6.3 ± 4.1 years, and rhinogenic intracranial complications (RIC) was 11.3 ± 4.5 years. With Ht ≤ 34.2 and ISL ≥ 3.98, OIC is diagnosed, and with ISL ≥ 4.75, RIC is diagnosed, requiring surgical treatment by an ENT doctor and a neurosurgeon. Using logistic regression, a model for predicting complications was created, the sensitivity of which was 97.6%, specificity – 94.0%, and efficiency – 95.6%. The first-line antibiotic therapy used was penicillin group drugs, including combination drugs with clavulanic acid, as well as cephalosporins.

Conclusions. The prevalence of otorhinogenic intracranial complications in children of the Tyumen region was 0.3%. Early diagnostics, prognosis, otorhinogenic complications using integral blood indices and logistic regression is a modern and informative method in pediatric practice. The use of amoxicillin in the form of dispersible tablets as a starting antibacterial therapy in children with uncomplicated acute otorhinolaryngitis has good efficiency due to high bioavailability.
Ensino remoto em tempos de pandemia: Uma análise das dificuldades enfrentadas pelos estudantes de graduação
Authors: Silva Rafael Felix da , Zapszalka Franklin , Razzolini Filho Edelvino
Published: November 2024

Essa pesquisa teve por objetivo identificar as dificuldades enfrentadas pelos estudantes de graduação da Universidade Federal do Paraná, em relação ao ensino remoto. Os dados foram coletados através de questionário, e tratados por meio de estatística descritiva, teste qui-quadrado e V de Cramer, além de  análise de conteúdo. Os resultados apontaram que as principais dificuldades enfrentadas pelos estudantes se referem à: conexão com a internet, local inadequado para os estudos; falta de tempo; excesso de conteúdo; dispositivos digitais; professores; saúde mental, e ao próprio ensino remoto.
Divisão Sexual do Trabalho na Gestão Educacional: O perfil dos (as) Secretários (as) Estaduais de Educação no Brasil
Authors: Bernardes Carliene Freitas da Silva , Guimarães Selva , Marques Lidiana Simões , Pereira Marco Antônio Maciel
Published: November 2024

Investigou-se o perfil dos (as) secretários (as) estaduais de educação que assumiram a função entre janeiro de 2019 a abril de 2021, sob a perspectiva da Divisão Sexual do Trabalho. Características como sexo, idade, estado civil, parentalidade, cor/raça, escolarização, experiência profissional e salários foram coletados nas mídias digitais. Aferiu-se o perfil do (as) 27 secretários (as) investigados com outros indicadores do trabalho docente e constatou-se a reprodução da divisão sexual do trabalho na função de gestão das Secretarias Estaduais de Educação, conexa a outros marcadores sociais.
Diálogos com gestores escolares: Desafios e oportunidades no contexto pandêmico
Authors: Martins Angela Maria , Machado Cristiane , Passone Eric
Published: November 2024

Explorar elementos desvelados por diretores escolares em rodas de conversa sobre os desafios e as oportunidades vivenciadas no contexto pandêmico em uma rede municipal de ensino é o objetivo deste artigo. Utilizou-se a metodologia da roda de conversa que propicia espaços dialógicos que ressignificam sentidos e saberes dos sujeitos envolvidos. Apreendeu-se, dentre outros elementos, que diretores municipais expressaram desafios enfrentados para implementar o ensino remoto, assim como oportunidades construídas de forma singular, considerando a ausência de diretrizes claras em âmbito federal e estadual, que poderiam mitigar a descoordenação das redes de ensino durante a pandemia.
Inserção de Egressos do Ensino Técnico Federal no Mercado de Trabalho Local
Authors: Carvalho Junior José Roberto Abreu de , Coelho Junior Thalmo de Paiva
Published: November 2024

O objetivo do artigo foi caracterizar a inserção dos egressos de cursos técnicos de nível médio do Instituto Federal de Educação, Ciência e Tecnologia do Espírito Santo (Ifes) – Campus Guarapari no mercado de trabalho local. 122 egressos responderam a um questionário eletrônico, aplicado em 2018. Os resultados sugerem uma baixa inserção dos egressos no mercado de trabalho local e não atuação na sua área de formação técnica. Os resultados também indicam que o Ifes de Guarapari não acompanha seus egressos após os estudos e não lhes fornece apoio para inserção profissional.
Vulnerabilidades sociais e educacionais associadas ao efeito território em escolas do Ceará
Authors: Galvão Willana Nogueira Medeiros , Sousa Maria Eliane Maia , Lima Ana Léa Bastos , Vieira Sofia Lerche , Vidal Eloisa Maia
Published: November 2024

O artigo investiga o impacto do efeito território nas ofertas educacionais de quatro escolas situadas no centro e na periferia dos municípios de Caucaia e Maracanaú. A metodologia adotada é de natureza quanti-qualitativa, com uso de entrevistas semiestruturadas, observação de campo, revisão de literatura e estudo de dados do Inep e IBGE. As análises apontam que aspectos inerentes ao território, como localização (centro x periferia), vulnerabilidades sociais e guetificação podem interferir na oferta e nos resultados educacionais.
Transformation of digital da'wah as an instrument for enhancing social welfare
Authors: Purwatiningsih Aris Puji , Wibowo Mochammad Eric Suryakencana , Aryani Alvita Tyas Dwi
Published: November 2024

Purpose - The purpose of this study was to examine how the community views digital da'wah in promoting social welfare and understanding Islamic values.Method - A purposive sampling technique will be employed to select a minimum of 200 respondents, representing diverse ages, genders, educational levels, and occupational backgrounds, to ensure representative data. The respondents will be aged 17-70 years, actively access the internet, and have education ranging from elementary school to tertiary level, using digital technology to access da'wah content.Result  -  The results showed that both digital and conventional da'wah play a crucial role in understanding Islamic values and enhancing social welfare.Implication – This Method suggest to to developing fresh strategies for disseminating religious messages, improving education on Islamic values, and proposing policy recommendations to enhance Muslim community involvement in digital platforms.Originality - This research exploration of the transformation of digital da'wah and its role in enhancing social welfare, as well as its influence on the perception and acceptance of the Muslim community towards digital platforms.***Tujuan - Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengkaji bagaimana masyarakat melihat dakwah digital dalam mempromosikan kesejahteraan sosial dan pemahaman nilai-nilai Islam.Metode - Teknik purposive sampling akan digunakan untuk memilih minimal 200 responden, yang mewakili berbagai usia, jenis kelamin, tingkat pendidikan, dan latar belakang pekerjaan, untuk memastikan data yang representatif. Responden tersebut berusia 17-70 tahun, aktif mengakses internet, dan memiliki pendidikan mulai dari sekolah dasar hingga tingkat perguruan tinggi, menggunakan teknologi digital untuk mengakses konten dakwah.Hasil - Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa baik dakwah digital maupun konvensional memainkan peran penting dalam pemahaman nilai-nilai Islam dan meningkatkan kesejahteraan sosial.Implikasi - Metode ini menyarankan pengembangan strategi baru untuk menyebarkan pesan-pesan agama, meningkatkan pendidikan tentang nilai-nilai Islam, dan mengusulkan rekomendasi kebijakan untuk meningkatkan keterlibatan masyarakat Muslim dalam platform digital.Orisinalitas/Nilai - Penelitian ini merupakan eksplorasi tentang transformasi dakwah digital dan perannya dalam meningkatkan kesejahteraan sosial, serta pengaruhnya terhadap persepsi dan penerimaan masyarakat Muslim terhadap platform digital.
RUSSIAN AGGLOMERATIONS WITH A METROPOLIS CORE: FEATURES OF GOVERNANCE AND IDENTITY POLITICS
Authors:   St. Petersburg State University, Popova Olga
Published: November 2024

The article presents information about various models of agglomerations, as well as the author’s view on the problems of managing agglomerations with a center in metropolitan cities, the feasibility and possibility of forming the identity of residents of such territories. 16 Russian agglomerations of this type have been identified. The current experience of identifying structural units in megacities and existing forms of managing them are generalized. Key debatable issues regarding the optimal form of management organization have been identified, and it has been shown that in our country, the tasks of coordinating the development of agglomerations are most often transferred to the management structures of the metropolis itself. In our country, the “mechanistic” approach dominates in understanding the essence of the development of agglomerations, which assigns the most important role specifically (and only) to the economic development of the territory. The author is convinced that it is inappropriate to pose the task of forming the territorial identity of the inhabitants of the agglomeration to the authorities at the moment, however, a policy of identity of the agglomeration should gradually be formed, including seven main directions: institutional and programmatic development of plans for the development of the agglomeration, polyvariant symbolic “marking” based on territory branding, inclusion of the involvement of the population in the agenda to determine their attitude to the development of the agglomeration, the formation of images of the agglomeration and residents in the eyes of the political and managerial elite and the population, the development of political and socio-cultural practices for the formation of territorial identity, monitoring the satisfaction of the population with the actions of the authorities, identifying the correlation in mass consciousness of various types of territorial identity.
A nonlinear mathematical model integrated with the CROPWAT decision support tool to optimize cropping patterns under different climate conditions
Authors: Biglari Negin , Sayari Nasrin , Bakhtiari Bahram , Madadi Mohamad Reza
Published: November 2024

A nonlinear programming model was developed for optimizing cropping patterns with two objectives: maximizing farming revenue and minimizing irrigation water consumption. After determination of dominant crops in the study area, the water requirement of each crop was calculated by CROPWAT. Next, the volume of water used by farmers to irrigate the crops was computed. Based on the costs of agricultural inputs and farming operations and the price of products, the profit earned by farmers was calculated. The calculations were carried out for current and future climate conditions. For the future periods, input data to CROPWAT was obtained by simulating the climate parameters in the general circulation model (Hadley Centre Coupled Model version 3) under three emission scenarios, namely, A2, B1, and A1B. Then, the Long Ashton Research Station Weather Generator statistical model was used for the downscaling of data from the general circulation model. Finally, an NLP optimization model was developed in LINGO-20 to optimize the cropping pattern. The results indicated that by optimizing the cropping pattern, the farming revenue increased up to 65% on average compared with the existing (nonoptimal) cropping pattern, while at the same time, the agricultural water consumption was reduced by 5%.
Novas fontes de resistência em meloeiro a Liriomyza sativae, Acidovorax avenae e Alternaria spp
Authors:   , Costa Jose Maria da
Published: November 2024

Os objetivos do presente trabalho foram: identificar fontes de resistência em acessos de meloeiro a Liriomyza sativae, Alternaria spp. e Acidovorax avenae. Dois experimentos foram realizados em casa de vegetação e no Laboratório de Entomologia Aplicada da (UFERSA) em delineamento inteiramente casualizado, com dez repetições, sendo cada planta uma parcela. No primeiro experimento foram avaliados 38 acessos e dois híbridos de meloeiro. A infestação foi realizada em gaiolas revestidas com tela antiafídica. O segundo experimento foi realizado com os acessos que se mostraram promissores e alguns suscetíveis no primeiro ensaio. Nas avaliações, determinou-se o número de minas, larvas, pupários e moscas adultas, em alguns materiais fez-se analise de colorimetria das folhas, número, tamanho de estômatos e tricomas. Os acessos AM 55 e Nantais Oblong bem como o híbrido Rutênio são resistentes a Liriomyza sativae. O número de minas, larvas e moscas adultas correlacionaram negativamente com o número de tricomas e positivamente com o tamanho dos estômatos. Com relação a mancha de alternaria, inicialmente foram avaliados 58 acesso sem delineamento em blocos casualizados (DBC) com três repetições em condições de campo. Em um segundo experimento, foram avaliados 12 acessos também em condições de campo, em ambos os ensaios as avaliações foram realizadas aos 50 dias pós o transplantio, quanto a severidade e incidência de plantas com alternariose.Concluiu-se que, existe variabilidade no germoplasma de meloeiro para reação a mancha de alternaria, sendo os acessos C-AC-04, C-AC-08, C-AC-26, C-AC-31, I 162, I 173 e MR-1 com menores médias de severidade e incidência de plantas doentes, sendo avaliados como promissores para uso em programas de melhoramento genético do meloeiro visando resistência ao patógeno. Para a reação a A. avenae, foram avaliados 50 acessos de meloeiro em estufa e em condições de campo. Realizou-se inoculações com suspensão bacteriana na concentração de1, 0 x 108 UFC ml-1.Avaliou-se folhas (em ambiente controlado), folhas e frutos (em campo) com os sintomas da bacteriose. O acesso C-AC-12 possui resistência intermediaria a Acidovorax avenae
Eficiência agroeconômica da associação beterraba x caupi-hortaliça sob quantidades de jitirana incorporadas ao solo
Authors:   , Sousa Daciano Miguel de
Published: November 2024

O trabalho foi conduzido na Fazenda Experimental Rafael Fernandes, da Universidade
Federal Rural do Semi-Árido-UFERSA, localizada no distrito de Alagoinha, Mossoró-
RN, no período de setembro a dezembro de 2015. O objetivo desse trabalho foi avaliar a
eficiência agroeconômica da associação de beterraba e caupi-hortaliça em diferentes
quantidades de jitirana incorporadas ao solo. O delineamento experimental utilizado foi
em blocos completos casualizados com quatro tratamentos e cinco repetições. Os
tratamentos consistiram de quatro quantidades de jitirana incorporadas ao solo (10, 25,
40, 55 t ha-1 em base seca). O cultivo consorciado foi estabelecido em faixas alternadas
das culturas componentes na proporção de 50% da área para a beterraba e 50% da área
para o caupi-hortaliça, sendo a parcela constituída de quatro fileiras de beterraba
alternadas com quatro fileiras de caupi-hortaliça, ladeadas por duas fileiras bordaduras
da olerácea por um lado e por duas fileiras da outra olerácea pelo outro lado. Em cada
bloco foram plantadas duas parcelas com os cultivos solteiros da beterraba (adubada
com 45 t ha-1 de jitirana em base seca) e do caupi-hortaliça (adubado com 47 t ha-1 de
jitirana em base seca) para obtenção dos índices de eficiência da associação. As
características avaliadas na beterraba foram: altura de plantas, massa fresca e seca da
parte aérea, diâmetro de raízes, produtividades total, comercial e classificada de raízes e
massa seca de raízes. No caupi-hortaliça foram avaliados: comprimento de vagens
verdes, número de vagens por m², produtividade de vagens verdes, massa seca de
vagens verdes, número de grãos verdes por vagem, produtividade de grãos verdes e
massa seca de grãos verdes. Na avaliação do consórcio foram determinados os seguintes
índices e indicadores agroeconômicos: índice de uso eficiente da terra, índice de
eficiência produtiva, escore da variável canônica (Z), rendas bruta e líquida, taxa de
retorno e índice de lucratividade. A maior eficiência agronômica e econômica da
associação de beterraba com caupi-hortaliça foi obtida na quantidade de 55 t ha-1 de
jitirana incorporada ao solo. A jitirana é economicamente viável na produção de
beterraba e caupi-hortaliça em cultivo consorciado
Bushen Zhuyun Decoction Enhances Endometrial Receptivity via the IL-6/STAT3 Signaling Pathway in Rats
Authors: Ding Yinyin , Hong Yanli , Zou Yeting , Wang Xiaolan , Liu Xinyuan , Jiang Xiaoyue , Hu Minghui , Shan Jinjun , Liu Bei , Zhou Huifang
Published: November 2024

Background:

Reproductive endocrine disorder can impair endometrial receptivity,
preventing embryo implantation and increasing miscarriage risk. Impaired endometrial receptivity contributes significantly to female infertility. Inflammatory signaling pathways including
the IL-6/STAT3 pathway help embryos implant. Therefore, it is crucial to explore the relationship between the IL-6/STAT3 signaling pathway and endometrial receptivity.

Objective:

To investigate the mechanism by which Bushen Zhuyun decoction (BSZY) enhances endometrial receptivity in rats through the IL-6/STAT3 signaling pathway.

Methods:

Mifepristone-induced poor endometrial receptivity models of female SD rats were
established, followed by histopathological observation. ELISA was used to measure serum sex
hormones and VEGF. Western blotting or IHC was used to measure steroid receptors, IGFBP1,
and IL-6/STAT3 pathway activation in the uterus during each estrus cycle and early gestation
of normal rats. The Treg/Th17 balance was assessed using flow cytometry.

Results:

Significant differences were found in the protein expressions of steroid receptors, IL6, STAT3, and p-STAT3 during each estrus cycle and early gestation of normal rats. The protein expressions of STAT3 and PR were strongly correlated with each other. BSZY notably
improved uterine morphology increased the expression of implantation markers and raised the
serum concentrations of sex hormones and VEGF. BSZY enhanced the expressions of IL-6 and
its receptors and restored the expressions of STAT3 and p-STAT3 in the uterus of pregnant
rats. In addition, BSZY effectively restored the Treg/Th17 balance in the peripheral blood of
pregnant rats.

Conclusion:

BSZY enhances endometrial receptivity and promotes decidualization in SD rats
via the IL-6/STAT3 signaling pathway.