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Child rights: International standards and their implementation in the legal system of Republic of Serbia
Authors: Golić Darko , Logarušić Dejan
Published: June 2023

As a necessary consequence of the strengthening of human rights, there appears the idea and movement of the existence of the child rights separated from the human rights. These are the rights which will pull out the child from the grip of the powers not only of the state, but also of the parents, and will allow the child to be viewed as a separate human being, with his/her own rights, his/her own identity, integrity and dignity. This idea will be spread so much by the end of the twentieth century that it will lead to significant phenomena and changes at the international level. Normative activity within the United Nations has never produced such a result as the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. An almost universally accepted legally binding document has, in an extremely short period of time, set fairly high uniform standards of children's rights at the global level. We will see that the domestic legislator did not follow the tendencies of the international community to a sufficient extent, so it was only in 2019 he took certain political steps to correct the given situation, but without sincere desire or strong will enough to complete the procedure. In contrast to the universal level where the child rights de facto codified in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, at the national level they remain fragmented, with many gaps recognized by the domestic public authorities.
Current problems of trademark exhaustion in foreign court practice
Authors: Lučić Sonja
Published: June 2023

The author analyzes the principle of trademark exhaustion in the European Union. The institution of trademark exhaustion is a form of legal limitation of the subjective right of the trademark owner. EU member states have a national trademark protection system. On the other hand, a supranational trademark protection system was established in the EU, through which, among other things, there was introduced a system of regional trademark exhaustion. In the paper, the Institute of trademark exhaustion will be analyzed through the latest practice of the EU Court of Justice. Namely, when the owner of the trademark or a third party, with his consent, puts the goods marked with the trademark on the market in the European Economic Area, the exhaustion of the trademark occurs. This means that the owner of the trademark cannot prevent the further circulation of these goods. However, it often happens that the goods are purchased in one country, where the goods were first sold by the trademark owner, and then being sold in another country. According to the significant differences in the prices of medical and pharmaceutical products in different EU countries, there is a significant market for the so-called parallel import of such goods. Recent case law of the Court of Justice of the European Union has clarified how the provisions relating to the packaging and repackaging of medicinal products should be interpreted and applied in the context of parallel trade in pharmaceutical products within the EU.
Climate changes in the practice of the UN committee on the rights of a child
Authors: Staparski Tamara
Published: June 2023

Environmental degradation and climate changes have been the focus of the international community for decades. The impossibility of full and effective enjoyment of human rights caused by climate changes has been a constant reminder of the fact that an urgent reaction is required. However, what about the rights of those who depend on us and whose voices we have avoided hearing? What about the youngest among us, about whose future we selfishly and without any right decide? The latest research shows that children suffer more than adults from the consequences of climate changes. In the paper, the author highlights the lack of the child's rights protection by the UNCRC, violated by side effects of climate changes, and the dedication of the CRC to provide the protection of these rights through the General comment no. 26. Analyzing the process of creating the General comment no. 26 and its content, it was shown how the joint participation of both children and adults can lead to results giving hope for the future. Nonetheless, in concluding remarks the author expresses her doubt regarding the abidance of stipulated obligations for the States, because of the non-committal nature of the CRC's General comments, calling into question the significance of the General comment no. 26 itself.
Strategies relevant for positioning the organization as the employer of a choice: A case study of PWC
Authors: Štokić Vanja , Gardašević-Živanov Jovana
Published: June 2023

Research has demonstrated that a strong employer brand has a significant positive impact on the organization, including an influence on talent attraction and retention, gaining a competitive advantage by building a positive impact in public and enhancement of the employee engagement and consequently organizational performance. The purpose of this paper is to support organizations in developing a structural approach towards building an employer brand in order to attract, engage and retain the best employees and thus increase their performance. The paper will present the existing research regarding the employer branding strategies and via a case study analyse the practical implication these strategies have. A case study included a qualitative research done on PWC, a consulting and audit company operating on Serbian market. The study utilized the structured interviews in order to analyse the starting position of the organization, the challenges it was facing, and the desirable outcomes. The interviews also examined the strategies and actions taken to achieve these outcomes, as well as the results of the process. The results of the study demonstrated that the impact the strategies had was positive. But, what proved to be lacking was the structural approach towards the strategy implementation as well as clear measurements of the impact the strategies had on the overall organizational performance.
Criminal analysis of the offense: Abuse in the privatization process
Authors: Filić Miloš
Published: June 2023

Compatibility with the standards of the European Union in terms of the criminal law regulation of all offenses that disrupt economic flows and values in a country, greatly affects, among the other things, the stability of economy as a basic social activity. The consequences of all individual criminal acts can have a very strong impact on certain aspects of economic relations. Comprehensive criminal regulation does a lot in the field of economic stability. Bearing in mind the topic of this paper, after a brief theoretical overview of the concept of privatization, the paper provides a criminological overview of the causes and forms of criminal behavior in the privatization process, as well as a criminal law analysis of the criminal act of Abuse in the privatization process. Abuse in the privatization process is a criminal offense regulated by the Article 228a of the Criminal Code of Republic of Serbia (2005), and it is classified in the twenty-second chapter entitled "Criminal offenses against economy". The criminal act of Abuse in the privatization process belongs to criminal acts violating the rules of legal business operations.
An integrated OVAT-RSM design to gaps-filling in the study of phosphate sorption process onto cationic modified bottle gourd shell
Authors: Nikolić Goran , Simonović Nataša , Nikolić Ljubiša , Durmišević Miloš , Marković-Nikolić Dragana , Ristić Nebojša , Bojić Aleksandar
Published: June 2023

The conventional approach to researching the phosphate sorption process using a modified bottle gourd sorbent (the quaternary ammonium Lagenaria vulgaris shell), regardless of a large number of conducted experiments, indicated certain shortcomings in the prediction of the optimal process conditions. To fill the gaps in previous research, a design study involving conventional (comparative kinetic, thermodynamic and equilibrium) and "One-Variable-At-a-Time" (OVAT) experimental approaches integrated with "Design of Experiments" (DoE) methodology was carried out. The integrated experimental design is implemented in the phosphate sorption process optimization to evaluate significant factors (optimal sorption conditions), and their influence on the response (sorption efficiency), and to predict the maximum sorbent capacity in accordance with the sorption mechanism. The critical factors of the sorption process were determined through the OVAT method. The evaluation of factors' interactive effects was realized using a central composite design (CCD) method within response surface methodology (RSM). A statistical software (JMP Pro16) was applied for planning the experiments , data processing and statistical analysis of the obtained results, which randomly generated a CCD matrix with 4 factors (initial concentration-C o , pH value, temperature-T, time-t) on three levels (-1, 0, +1). The derived second-order polynomial model of phosphate sorption proved to be highly significant (p<0.0001). A statistically significant factor interaction is between the pH value and the initial concentration of phosphate ions. The experimental maximum sorption capacity (17.48 mg/g), very close to the predicted value (17.58 mg/g), indicated the capability and applicability of the regression model. The model finds a potential application in the optimization of the phosphate-contaminated wastewater treatment processes using the environmentally friendly cationic bottle gourd shell.
Biodiesel production from strawberry pomace seed oil
Authors: Stanković Miona , Kravić Snežana , Stanojević Nebojša , Tasić Marija , Veljković Vlada
Published: June 2023

Strawberry pomace is the beverage industry waste and should be utilized as circular economy feedstock, animal feed, or a fertilizer following environmental regulations. This work aimed to characterize and implement strawberry pomace oil in the biodiesel industry. Oil was extracted from the strawberry seed by a maceration method for physicochemical characterization. Two seed/solvent ratios were used to achieve the maximum oil yield. The yield of strawberry seed oil by n-hexane extraction at the seed/solvent ratio of 1:3 was 0.11 g/g. Extracted strawberry oil was used for biodiesel production by a two-step process that included the acid (H 2 SO 4)-catalyzed pre-esterification of strawberry oil, followed by the base (KOH)-catalyzed transesterification of the pre-esterified strawberry oil. Further, the methanolysis ensured a biodiesel content of 97.2% in 30 min. However, the low yield of this technology's final product and physicochemical characterization showed that strawberry oil should be used in a mixture with other oils (hybrid oil) for biodiesel production, or in the cosmetics and food industry.
A simple solution for boscalid selectivity issue in GC/MS analysis of apples
Authors: Anđelković Darko , Branković Milica
Published: June 2023

Gas chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry (GC/MS) is commonly applied in pesticide residue analysis in fruit samples. Sample extracts with a high quantity of co-extractives represent a standing problem in such analysis. Co-extractives mainly affect the GC inlet and the chromatographic column performance. Waxes, identified as the main co-extractives from the apple matrix, represent a significant problem in GC/MS analysis due to low volatility and non-polarity. The purpose of this investigation was to develop and evaluate a simplified method for the analysis of boscalid in apples, with the removal of wax compounds as the main outcome. The waxes herein represented a problem not only for the performance of the instrument but directly for the determination of the boscalid since they co-eluted with the pesticide. The applied method included a combination of solvent exchange and low-temperature precipitation and resulted in complete wax removal.
Prevalence of nutraceutical use in younger population of North India and the association between gender and community in its usage: Cross-sectional study
Authors: Saran Divya , Bansal Alka , Agrawal Ashish , Sharma Lokendra , Jain Smita , Jakhar Punam
Published: June 2023

Background/Aim: Nutraceuticals or dietary supplements have been recognised as a fundamental part of the holistic approach to achieve complete wellness and health. Their usage is continuously increasing due to lifestyle and sport-style requirements. The present study was designed to estimate the use of nutraceuticals in the younger population and find the association between gender and community in their usage. Methods: An observational cross-sectional study was carried out on the younger population (between 15 and 30 years of age) of North India over a period of two weeks in October 2022. The data regarding the demographic profile and nutraceutical use among participants was collected per predesigned and pre-validated questionnaire. The collected data were analysed to determine the outcomes. Results: The study included 575 participants, with 272 males and 303 females. Out of them, 321 were from the urban background. It was found in the study that a total of 275 (47.82 %) study subjects were using nutraceuticals, with 163 (59.27 %) and 112 (40.73 %) from the urban and rural dwellings, respectively. Among the users, 122 (44.36 %) were men and 153 (55.64 %) were women. Thus, overall, 153 (50.49 %) of females and 122 (44.85 %) of males in survey were consuming dietary supplements. The study further added that 189 (68.72 %) users believed that nutraceuticals improved their health, two-thirds of participants were using nutraceuticals for lifestyle reasons and 239 (86.90 %) of consumers were using single nutraceuticals. There was no association between gender and community in nutraceuticals usage (Chi-square test, p > 0.05). Conclusion: Almost half of the younger population was using nutraceuticals and there was no association between gender and community while using them.
Role of cryopreserved placenta extract in prevention and treatment of paracetamol-induced hepatotoxicity in rats
Authors: Koshurba Illia , Chyzh Mykola , Hladkykh Fedir , Komorovsky Roman , Marchenko Mykhailo
Published: June 2023

Background/Aim: Drug-induced liver injury is one of the major causes of acute liver failure. Under current circumstances of the pandemic of COVID-19, the use of paracetamol which has a proven hepatotoxic effect has increased. This prompts the search for novel agents with hepatoprotective properties. The purpose of this article was to evaluate the hepatoprotective activity of cryoextract of the placenta (CEP) on the model of paracetamol-induced hepatitis. Methods: The study was performed on 28 male rats. Acute drug liver damage was modelled by intragastric administration of paracetamol twice at a dose of 1250 mg/kg. Results: The development of paracetamol-induced hepatitis in rats was accompanied by a 71.3 % increase (p < 0.001) in the content of active products of thiobarbituric acid (TBA-AP) in liver homogenates as compared with intact animals. Besides, there was a 2.1-fold (p < 0.001) increase of ALT activity, a 58.8 % increase (p < 0.001) of AST activity and a 4.2-fold (p < 0.001) increase of the concentration of total bilirubin as compared with intact rats. The use of cryopreserved placenta extract showed significant hepatoprotection in a rat model of paracetamol-induced hepatitis. This was demonstrated by a 2.3-fold (p < 0.01) increase of the antioxidant-prooxidant index, a significant (p < 0.001) decrease of activity of ALT (by 44.0 %) and AST (by 29.6 %), as well as by a decrease of direct bilirubin level by 52.5 % (p < 0.001) in animals treated with CEP as compared with rats without treatment. Conclusion: The development of acute paracetamol-induced hepatitis in rats was associated with activation of lipid peroxidation processes in liver tissues, while CEP showed marked hepatoprotective activity in paracetamol-induced hepatitis in rats.
The systematic approach to creating the proper motivation of young researchers in scientific institutions
Authors: Alekseevna Romanovicha , Safaieb Nasser , Kazem Shirazi
Published: June 2023

The study aimed to find out how to develop an optimal and effective motivation model considering the preferences and requests of young researchers, in view of the fact that scientific specific of building and organising an internal work system, its scientific potential and resources, which provides a valuable fundamental insight. The task of the study was to develop and propose a mechanism that would be specially adapted for scientific institutions and universities. That was based on an in-depth analysis of the existing approaches of scientists regarding the specifics of the work of these organisations. The developed method is relevant to modern literature, where the definition of a motivational approach eliminates the dichotomy between existing studies. The data were collected by interviewing responders from Russian and Iranian universities. The study results show the subjective aspects of the perception of research activities by students and researchers and the shortcomings in constructing motivation systems. As a result of implementing the proposed optimal and effective "Model of proper motivation system", scientific institutions can strengthen their positions and establish sustainable activities to attract talented scientists and innovators to develop scientific progress and compete in the market knowledge-intensive services.
Industry 4.0 implementation factors for agri-food and manufacturing SMEs in Central and Eastern Europe
Authors: Varbanovaa Monika , Dutra de , Kirovac Milena , de Steura , Gellyncka Xavier
Published: June 2023

In partnership with the project "Possibilities and barriers for Industry 4.0 implementation in SMEs in V4 countries and Serbia" - funded by the Visegrad Fund, the authors conducted a survey with 124 small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Central and Eastern Europe. Respondents (middle and top managers) from Bulgaria, Serbia, Hungary, Poland, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic were questioned about strategic factors affecting digitalization. We analyze theoretical factors based on literature review and if they are valid in the managerial context, not only for manufacturing, but also for the agri-food sector, where digital transformation (Agriculture 4.0) is considered to be in its infancy. Results indicate 21 variables that were aggregated to form five (5) strategic factors (Leadership, Management Strategy, Organizational culture, Business environment and Circular economy) with key importance for Industry 4.0 implementation in the organizations. The comparison based on Exploratory Factor Analysis between the manufacturing and agri-food sector results in statistical differences for all five factors. This study contributes to the management literature, and the identified factors can guide companies to develop a business model to be implemented in SMEs companies in their digital transition.
Towards a circular economy: Evaluation of waste management performance in European Union countries
Authors: Marković Milan , Popović Zoran , Marjanović Ivana
Published: June 2023

Achieving the goals of the circular economy implies taking actions aimed at waste reduction which can be implemented through suitable waste management principles. The idea of the paper is to evaluate and compare the performance of waste management at the level of the European Union (EU). The paper aims to construct a composite index based on selected indicators from the Eurostat database using multi-criteria analysis methods. The CRITIC method was used as a method for determining weight coefficients, while Grey Relational Analysis (GRA) was used as a method for calculating the composite index of waste management performance. The results indicate that the countries of Western and Central Europe record the best results in creating adequate waste management practices (Belgium, the Netherlands, Slovenia, Luxembourg and Austria). It is also noticeable that the countries that joined the EU much later have the lowest values of the index that measures waste management performance, such as Bulgaria, Romania, Cyprus, Slovakia, Croatia, Malta and Poland, respectively. In the coming period, policymakers must pay more attention to respect for the principles of waste management in the newer member states of the EU, in order to reach convergence in the future.
I want it all and I want it now: Irrational beliefs and dark tetrad traits in men
Authors: Volarov Marija , Velimirović Mina , Kovač Jovana , Baić Valentina , Tovilović Snežana
Published: June 2023

The Dark Tetrad (DT) - an umbrella term for four socially aversive traits (Machiavellianism, narcissism, psychopathy, and sadism) gained a lot of research interest. However, little is known about how these traits are related to cognitive constructs such as hostile interpretation bias (HIB) and low frustration tolerance (LFT). In an attempt to explain what could contribute to understanding the development of DT, the present study aimed to combine two different theoretical perspectives: a theory underlying CBT and a trait-based model of personality. The study used a community sample of men (N = 612) to test whether LFT (a) predicts HIB and the expression of DT traits and (b) has an indirect, mediated by HIB, effect on DT traits. Results showed a significant direct effect of LFT on all four DT traits. Also, the indirect effect was significant in all four tested models. It might be that, by seeking schema confirmation, individuals gradually develop a stable pattern of behavioral, emotional, motivational reactions, labeled as (DT) traits. HIB seems to be an integral part of the assimilation process, by mediating the relationship between LFT and all four DT traits.
Legalización del homicidio piadoso y el derecho a una muerte digna: Una revisión sistemática
Authors: Ramos Herrera Rocío Aurora
Published: June 2023

El objetivo de la investigación es, identificar e inspeccionar la mejor evidencia científica respecto a la despenalización del homicidio piadoso y el derecho a una muerte digna, realizándolo en la base de datos Scopus, Scielo, Redalyc, Dialnet, Google Académico y ScienceDirect de forma gratuita y en español de los últimos 6 años. El método utilizado es la exploración y revisión de producción científica filtrando los términos: despenalización, muerte digna, eutanasia, dignidad, autonomía y derecho fundamental, eliminándose artículos que no estén en español, que hayan sido transmitidos en el 2016 o antes, y que no estén disponibles para su descarga gratuita. El diseño empleado es transversal y de alcance descriptivo. En los resultados, se evidenció la importancia de los derechos donde uno de ellos es decidir sobre la muerte cuando se encuentre con enfermedades terminales en los cuales no hay esperanza de recuperación y de la responsabilidad del Estado que habiliten mecanismos idóneos, eficaces y seguros para morir con dignidad y de esta manera despenalizar el homicidio piadoso para lograr que los especialistas en la salud intervengan de una manera efectiva terminando con la vida de los enfermos en estado terminal.
Bicycle handling quality perception: mixed effect of stability and manoeuvrability
Authors: Ronné Jules , Dubuis Laura , Robert Thomas
Published: June 2023

The sudden resurgence in bicycle popularity is pushing their design towards new features. However, the link between the design variables of a bicycle and its handling quality is poorly established. This experimental study illustrates that the perception of handling quality is affected by a lack of stability at low speeds and by poor manoeuvrability at higher speeds.
Aves de un Parque Regional en los límites de Bogotá: comparación entre diferentes coberturas urbanas y áreas en proceso de restauración ecológica
Authors: Zuluaga-Carrero Juliana
Published: June 2023

Los ecosistemas nativos de la sabana de Bogotá se han transformado como consecuencia de las dinámicas de ocupación de la ciudad, encontrando hoy en día diferentes tipos de vegetación que brindan un marco comparativo para entender algunos de los requerimientos de hábitat de las aves en las ciudades. Al occidente de la ciudad de Bogotá se encuentra el Parque Regional La Florida, un área de alta importancia para la conservación de avifauna y una oportunidad para usar las aves como indicador del éxito del proceso de restauración. Actualmente, el parque tiene seis coberturas, dos en proceso de restauración de alrededor de diez años (establecidas mediante implantación de especies nativas), dos sin restauración (plantación forestal mixta y área recreativa), un humedal y un lago. En cada una de ellas se establecieron estaciones de monitoreo en las cuales se muestrearon aves y plantas, también, se tomó la información disponible de diferentes censos realizados mediante ciencia participativa. En total se registran 180 especies de aves incluyendo especies de importancia en conservación. La mayor riqueza se observó en las coberturas en proceso de restauración que puede explicarse por variables estructurales de la vegetación como el número de hábitos, altura, número de estratos, y las formas de crecimiento. Se encontró que las coberturas sin restauración a pesar de contar con una estructura similar a la de las áreas en restauración, tienen menor diversidad de especies de plantas y aves. Los resultados exponen algunas variables que podrían ser consideradas para plantear estrategias de conservación, en particular, aquellas relacionadas con la vegetación, resaltando la importancia del monitoreo en proceso de restauración ecológica y sus implicaciones en acciones para la conservación de avifauna en Bogotá y la región.
Ampliación del ámbito de distribución del Loro orejiamarillo (Ognorhynchus icterotis) en el municipio de Miraflores al sur oriente de Boyacá
Authors: Peña-Ramírez Lina , Vargas-Leguizamo Myriam Amina , Cufiño Leguizamo Cristian Yamid
Published: June 2023

El Loro orejiamarillo (Ognorhynchus icterotis), es una especie casi endémica y en peligro de extinción (EN) para Colombia, esto a causa de la afectación a sus ecosistemas generada por la alta demanda de palma de cera (Ceroxylon quindiuense), que ha mermado considerablemente su población. Sin embargo, en los últimos años se ha reportado un aumento de la población de Loro orejiamarillo en el país. El presente informe está acorde con esta tendencia pues en el año 2022 se reportó la especie en cuatro oportunidades; un primer grupo el 15 abr de 31 individuos, un segundo grupo el 30 jun de 53 individuos y un tercer grupo el 13 ago de 10 individuos y un cuarto grupo con dos parejas anidando, siendo este el primer registro para Boyacá. Se observó que la especie utiliza como recurso alimenticio la planta Ficus cf. insípida o higuerón lechoso. Sin embargo, la observación de anidación se reportó en un tronco de palma, lo que implica un aporte para el conocimiento de la distribución de la especie y sugiere a la vez una movilidad entre corredores y relictos de bosque que favorece su dispersión.
Observaciones de aves especialistas de hábitats fluviales en el río Meta de Colombia y Venezuela
Authors: Orjuela-Ducuara Daniel Camilo , Naranjo Luis Germán , Santiago Fernando José , Castiblanco Javier
Published: June 2023

Entre el 25 nov y el 1 dic 2022, llevamos a cabo observaciones ornitológicas oportunistas en 13 sitios diferentes a lo largo de 550 km del río Meta, desde su desembocadura en el Orinoco hasta la localidad de Puerto Gaitán, en el departamento del Meta (Colombia), registrando todas las especies de aves vistas y oídas en distintos hábitats ribereños. De las 156 especies registradas, 37 fueron especies acuáticas, 38 han sido consideradas en la literatura como residentes de hábitats ribereños, 17 son especialistas de hábitats de origen fluvial y cinco de ellos son especialistas de islas. Dos de nuestros registros, el Chamicero del Orinoco (Synallaxis beverlyae) y el Tiranuelo coludo (Stigmatura napensis), representan extensiones significativas de distribución. Con base en nuestras observaciones, discutimos la importancia de los hábitats ribereños efímeros para la avifauna de la cuenca del Orinoco.
Efficacy of Tui-na for Treatment of Osteoarthritis: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Authors: Sczypiorski Nicole
Published: June 2023

Osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the most common causes for chronic joint pain in canine patients. The objective of this systematic review and meta-analysis study was to determine whether Tui-na can be an effective treatment for osteoarthritis when performed alone or part of a multi-modal approach. All studies using Tui-na as a treatment for OA published in peer-reviewed journals were considered in initial search results. To be included in the meta-analysis, the study must have reported statistical results associated with one of the following endpoints: 1) relief of pain; 2) improvement of mobility; 3) improved quality of life. There were 10 articles in experimental OA animal models and 18 in human clinical studies that met inclusion criteria. Overall p-value on experimental OA animal model studies was 4.47×10-11, suggesting that Tui-na treatments were significantly effective when compared to model control animals not receiving treatments. Overall p-value on human studies was 6.74×10-13, also suggesting that Tui-na treatments can be effective for treating OA-related diseases in human patients. With treatment effective rate available in 14 human studies, meta-analysis performed with effect size model revealed a significant overall group effect (p = 6.72×10-10), suggesting patients treated with Tui-na can have a higher effective rate than those treated without receiving Tui-na. The positive results on experimental model and human clinical studies indicate that Tui-na treatments have potential to be an effective treatment option for veterinary patients with OA conditions.
Integrative Management of Poorly Responsive Canine Spinal Pain and Paresis Using Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine and Conventional Drugs: A Case Series
Authors: Velasco Kristin
Published: June 2023

This case series reports data on an integrative treatment (IVM) combining a Chinese herbal medicine (modified Da Huo Luo Dan), acupuncture, and conventional anti-inflammatory pharmaceuticals (CT) in relieving pain and restoring mobility in dogs with neck or back pain and paresis. A total of 11 dogs with acute neck or back pain (<30 days) unresponsive to CT therapy were evaluated for pain reduction and neurological improvement associated with IVM treatment. Two pain scores, Colorado State University (CSUPS) and Glasgow Composite (GCPS) along with a neurologic deficit score (NDGS), were assessed on Days 0, 7, 14, 21, and 28. The CSUPS (Mean±SD) on Day 0 was 3.27±0.61, which reduced to 1.59±1.07, 1.00±0.87, 0.80±0.75, and 0.50±0.67 on Days 7, 14, 21, 28, respectively, with all assessments statistically significant (p<0.01). For GCPS, Day 0 pain scores were 14.9±4.04, reduced to 9.09±5.19, 6.45±5.24, 4.90±5.02, and 3.50±4.09 on Days 7, 14, 21, 28, respectively (all statistically significant, p<0.01). The Day 0 NDGS was 1.86±0.78 which reduced to 1.46±0.82, 1.23±0.90, 0.97±0.94, and 1.03±1.00 on Day 7, 14, 21 and 28, respectively (all statistically significant with p<0.05). The IVM cases were compared to 15 concurrent CT cases (smaller, younger dogs with uncomplicated disease) and demonstrated more rapid pain relief and similar neurological improvement. The statistically significant clinical improvements observed for IVM cases suggest that integrating Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture with CT can be effective in providing rapid pain relief and improved mobility in dogs that have failed to respond adequately to conventional therapy (NSAID/corticosteroid) only.
Correlation of Acupuncture Point Sensitivity and Lesion Location in 259 Horses
Authors: Alfaro Antonio
Published: June 2023

Palpation of Channels and acupoints is part of the equine traditional Chinese veterinary medicine examination. Sensitivity

of acupoints and acupoint combinations have been used to localize disease to certain regions and structures in horses. The

objective of this clinical observational study was to scan and record sensitive acupoints of horses presented for lameness,

poor performance or pre-purchase examinations and then evaluate the anatomic sites previously suggested for problems,

using ultrasound, radiography or nerve blocks. Between January and April 2007, 259 horses, presented for examination,

had sensitive acupoints and were evaluated for lesions. Of these, 139/259 (53.7%) horses were presented for lameness and

pain, 91/259 (35.1%) horses were presented for general complaints about poor performance and 29/259 (11.2%) horses

were presented for pre-purchase examinations. Sensitive acupoints were associated with disorders of tendons (12.9%),

ligaments (19.4%), muscles (5.8%), bone (1.4%), joints (23%), hooves (7.2%) and sciatic nerves (10.8%), as well as back

pain (13.7%), metacarpal and metatarsal fractures (1.4%) and general poor performance issues (5.81%). Diagnosis was

confirmed with ultrasonography (44%), radiography (40%) and/or nerve blocks (16%). In this group of 259 horses, there

was 100% correlation with acupoint sensitivity and lesion location reported elsewhere. Integration of palpation of

acupoints into the routine conventional examination can be useful to localized lesions in horses with musculoskeletal and

performance problems and detect potential problems during pre-purchase examinations.
Traditional Chinese Medicine Interventions for Managing Cancer Treatment Induced Side Effects in Human Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis with Comments on Veterinary Medicine
Authors: Romsland Tracie , Shiau Deng-Shan
Published: June 2023

Cancer is one of the leading causes of mortality in humans as well as companion animals. Commonly used conventional medical treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation are associated with significant side effects such as vomiting, nausea, fatigue, bone marrow suppression and decreased quality of life. The objective of the current literature systematic review and meta-analysis was to answer the question: Can the adverse effects of conventional cancer therapies be ameliorated by the integration of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Given the lack of research in veterinary oncology in this area, the systematic review and meta-analysis reviewed human studies exclusively. A total of 15 studies met inclusion criteria for meta-analysis from the initial 57 articles obtained through an internet search engine. Statistical evaluation using Stouffer’s Zscores resulted in an overall p-value of 8.82×10-6 for reduction of adverse side-effects in patients receiving acupuncture treatments and 5.45×10-22 for patients receiving Chinese herbal medicine (CHM) treatment. The marked statistical significance strongly supported the hypothesis that patients receiving TCM therapy (acupuncture, CHM) along with conventional cancer treatment (chemotherapy and radiation therapy) have significantly fewer side effects than individuals who do not receive TCM treatment. The statistically significant results of the meta-analysis demonstrate the addition of TCM to standard conventional chemotherapeutic and radiotherapy protocols reduces adverse effects associated with treatment and suggest randomized controlled studies evaluating TCM in conventional cancer treatment are warranted in human and veterinary medicine.
Recortes de um rosto: a intervenção de um ideal estético do Instagram no envelhecer do século XXI
Authors: Machado Morgana de Melo , Almeida Francis Moraes de
Published: June 2023

Pensar a multidimensionalidade do envelhecimento enquanto fenômeno se torna fundamental ao se levar em consideração que, para além de todos os tempos, a humanidade sempre quer ter mais tempo, e para isso, precisa envelhecer. E, justamente com essa passagem do tempo, o processo de envelhecimento, que está intrínseco às vivências contextuais e aos estilos de vida, é modificado em suas facetas e situações, levando em consideração a forma como as pessoas passam a experienciar a própria velhice. A partir desse encadeamento de ideias e dentro de uma perspectiva que relaciona a estética e suas noções de beleza, bem como, a Internet e seus desdobramentos, com o “ficar velho”, esta proposta realiza uma reflexão socioantropológica sobre os modos como Instagram apresenta os processos interventivos faciais e, através das representações de um ideal recriado, afeta o olhar para o processo de envelhecimento no século XXI.
Laura Neack: Estudiar la política exterior comparativa: casos y análisis. AMEI - CIDE. México. 2022, 294 pp.
Authors: Gutiérrez Nieto Guillermo
Published: June 2023

Es claro que el estudio sobre cómo los diferentes protagonistas internacionales conviven y desarrollan sus actividades a nivel global se inició formalmente después de la primera conflagración mundial. Aunque previamente disciplinas como la Historia, el Derecho Internacional y la Diplomacia se ocuparon de estudiar los fenómenos internacionales, definitivamente fue a partir de 1919 cuando las relaciones internacionales (RI) emergieron como una disciplina que solventó la necesidad científica de la sociedad internacional. Un siglo después, la realidad internacional cuenta con una disciplina integral que explica y analiza el complejo contexto global, sugiriendo tendencias y soluciones en distintos campos de análisis, aunque siempre reconociendo a los Estados como actores omnipresentes. En el conglomerado de teorías paradigmas y modelos de análisis que comprenden las RI, el referente a la política exterior de los países representa una trinchera desde la cual académicos y especialistas explican acontecimientos y tendencias del devenir internacional. Todo lo anterior a propósito del libro Estudiar la política exterior comparativa: casos y análisis, de Laura Neack, traducido por Ricardo Villanueva y editado por la Asociación Mexicana de Estudios Internacionales (AMEI) y el Centro de Investigación y Docencia Económicas (CIDE).
THE INFLUENCE OF WORK DISCIPLINE AND WORK SPIRIT ON MEDICAL EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE IN THE WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT OFFICE OF POPULATION CONTROL AND FAMILY PLANNING IN THE CITY OF TEXAS
Authors: Arnaud Costinot  , Mohsen Bahmani-Oskooee
Published: June 2023

The results of this study show. (1) It can be seen that the adjusted R square value is 0.774 or 77.4%. This shows that the Work Discipline Variable (X1) and Work Morale Variable (X2) can explain the Employee Performance Variable (Y) of 77.4% , the remaining 22.6% (100% - 77.4%) is explained by other variables outside this research model. (2) The results of the (Partial) t test show that tcount (6.481) > ttable (1.990), likewise with a significance value of 0.00 > 0.05, it can be concluded that the first hypothesis is rejected, meaning that the Work Discipline Variable (X1) has an effect not significant to Employee Performance Variable (Y). (3) The results of the t test (Partial) can be seen that the tcount (7.650) > ttable (1.990), and the significance value is 0.00 <0, 05, it can be concluded that the second hypothesis is accepted, meaning that the Morale Variable (X2) has a significant effect on the Employee Performance Variable (Y). (4) The results of the simultaneous test (F) can be seen that the Ftable value is 3.22. From this description it can be seen that Fcount (69.631) > Ftable (3.24), and a significance value of 0.00 <0.05, it can be concluded the third hypothesis is accepted, meaning that the Work Discipline Variable (X1), the Work Morale Variable (X2) have a significant simultaneous effect on the Employee Performance Variable (Y).
РOSSIBLE CAUSES OF CLIMATE CHANGE AND THE NECESSITY OF DECARBONIZATION OF ENERGY
Authors: Gunia D.P.
Published: June 2023

Some stages of the emergence and solution of issues of global warming on Earth and designated possible ways to counteraction this phenomenon are considered. The role of Kyoto protocol and the Paris agreement in resolving issues related to counteraction global warming was noted. The acceptance of an agreement about decarbonisation of the economy provided for a decrease and use hydrocarbons. Decarbonisation of the economy is not end in itself, but the necessity to reduce emissions into the atmosphere. The use of methane gas emitted into the atmosphere by coal industry enterprises is also one of the reduce greenhouse gas emissions into the atmosphere. Possible sources of hydrogen, ways of its exploration, extraction and use in energy are considered.
Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair Versus Open Surgery for Stanford Type B Aortic Dissection: A Meta-Analysis and Systematic Review
Authors: Yu Ying , Wang Ji'ao , Duan Bingchen , Wang Pengpeng
Published: June 2023

Background: Thoracic endovascular aortic repair is a relatively new technique relative to open surgery, and our aim was to assess whether there is a difference in the risk of common postoperative complications between thoracic endovascular aortic repair and open surgery. Methods: The PubMed, Web of Science, and Cochrane library were systematically searched for trials comparing thoracic endovascular aortic repair and open surgical repair from January 2000 to September 2022. Primary outcome was death, other outcomes included common associated complications. Data were combined using risk ratio or standardized mean difference with 95% confidence interval. Funnel plot and egger's test were used for assessing publication bias. The study protocol was registered prospectively with PROSPERO (CRD42022372324). Results: This trial included 11 controlled clinical studies with 3667 patients. Thoracic endovascular aortic repair had lower risk of death (risk ratio [RR], 0.59; 95% CI, 0.49 to 0.73; p < 0.00001; I2 = 0), dialysis (RR, 0.55; 95% CI, 0.47 to 0.65; p < 0.00001; I2 = 37%), stroke (RR, 0.71; 95% CI, 0.51 to 0.98; p = 0.03; I2 = 40%), bleeding (RR, 0.44; 95% CI, 0.23 to 0.83; p = 0.01; I2 = 56%), and respiratory complications (RR, 0.67; 95% CI, 0.60 to 0.76; p < 0.00001; I2 = 37%) compared with open surgical repair. In addition, the length of hospital stay was shorter in the thoracic endovascular aortic repair group (SMD, –0.84; 95% CI, –1.30 to –0.38; p = 0.0003; I2 = 80%). Conclusions: Thoracic endovascular aortic repair has significant advantages over open surgical repair, in terms of postoperative complications and survival in Stanford type B aortic dissection patients.
Clinical Characteristics of Acute Lower Extremity Ischemia Due to Left Atrial Myxoma: A Rare Case Report with Review of Literature
Authors: Zhou Haimeng , Yin Yanhuan , Sun Zhihuan
Published: June 2023

Emboli caused by cardiac myxomas mostly occur in the cardiovascular or cerebrovascular systems and rarely in the lower extremity vasculature. We introduce the rare case of a patient with left atrial myxoma (LAM) whose right lower extremity (RLE) suffered from acute ischemia due to tumor fragments, along with a review of the relevant literature, and highlight the clinical characteristics of LAM. An 81-year-old female presented with acute ischemia of RLE. Color Doppler ultrasound showed no blood flow signal far from the RLE femoral artery. Computed tomography angiography showed an occlusion of the right common femoral artery. A transthoracic echocardiogram revealed a left atrial mass. Femoral artery embolectomy was performed under local anesthesia, followed by thoracotomy with tumor resection under general anesthesia on postoperative day seven. The tumor was pathologically confirmed as an atrial myxoma. A literature search of the PubMed database returned 58 cases of limb ischemia due to LAM, and the conclusions drawn from the statistical analysis were that emboli from LAM occurred most commonly in the aortoiliac and bilateral lower limb vasculature and were rarely associated with upper extremity and atrial fibrillation. Multisystem embolism is characteristic of cardiac myxoma. The removed embolus should be examined pathologically for signs of a cardiac myxoma. Lower-limb embolisms should be promptly diagnosed and treated to avoid osteofascial compartment syndrome.
Analisis Persepsi Pelanggan Terhadap Harga Sewa, Kualitas, dan Kenyamanan Bermain di Chieng Leong Hua Futsal Singkawang
Authors: Theodorus Yanzens
Published: June 2023

The background of this research is seen from the increasingly promising development of the futsal business from time to time, where people are increasingly fond of playing futsal and making futsal a universal sport. Increasing competition among futsal business players requires business players to be able to innovate, improve the quality of facilities and the comfort of the playing area. The research objectives were (1) to find out the customer's perception of the rental price at Chieng Leong Hua Futsal Singkawang; (2) knowing the customer's perception of the quality of the facilities provided by Chieng Leong Hua Futsal Singkawang. (3) knowing the customer's perception of the comfort of playing at Chieng Leong Hua Futsal Singkawang. This research answers the problems raised. Overall, customer response is at a good level. However, there are things that need to be improved, such as facilities that respondents feel need to be developed and improved in quality.

Keywords: perception, price, quality, facilities, comfort, Singkawang
PENERAPAN TEMA ARSITEKTUR BIOKLIMATIK PADA RANCANGAN MUSEUM ARKEOLOGI GUA PAWON
Authors: Arofah Nur Muharomatul , Soewarno Nurtati Soewarno
Published: June 2023

Seiring dengan banyaknya pembangunan yang tidak memperhatikan hubungan dengan kondisi alam sekitar yang menyebabkan turunnya kualitas lingkungan hidup, maka diperlukan sebuah metode perancangan yang memperhatikan iklim dan dampaknya terhadap lingkungan sekitar. Arsitektur Bioklimatik adalah sebuah tema perancangan yang dinilai tepat untuk digunakan sebagai solusi permasalahan arsitektur dan lingkungan. Rancangan dengan konsep Arsitektur Bioklimatik mengacu pada iklim sekitar dengan tujuan memberikan kenyamanan visual dan kenyamanan termal bagi pengguna bangunan. Pada perancangan Museum Arkeologi Gua Pawon yang terletak di Kabupaten Bandung Barat tema ini diterapkan pada desain fasad dengan menggunakan curtain wall dan green secondary skin pada setiap ruang publik di lantai dua dan penggunaan skylight pada desain atap museum. Penggunaan tema Arsitektur Bioklimatik bertujuan untuk merencanakan sebuah Museum yang dapat memanfaatkan pencahayaan dan penghawaan alami secara optimal sehingga dapat mengurangi penggunaan pencahayaan dan penghawaan buatan. Diharapkan penerapan konsep ini dapat mengurangi pemborosan energi pada bangunan sehingga dapat menciptakan bangunan yang ramah lingkungan. Hal ini diharapkan dapat menjadi sebuah solusi untuk menjaga dan meningkatkan kualitas lingkungan hidup.  Diharapkan pula tema ini dapat diterapkan pada bangunan-bangunan lain sehingga permasalahan menurunnya kualitas lingkungan hidup secara perlahan tapi pasti dapat diatasi.
SIMULASI EVAKUASI KEBAKARAN PADA BANGUNAN KATEGORI HIGH-RISE MENGGUNAKAN OASYS MASSMOTION (Studi Kasus : Perencanaan Gedung Kampus PJJ IAIN Cirebon)
Authors: Hafi Murtaqi Muhammad , Yuniar Rahadian Erwin
Published: June 2023

Gedung bertingkat tinggi (High Rise Building) adalah bangunan yang memiliki jumlah lantai lebih dari 6 lantai dengan tinggi lebih dari 20 m (Mulyono, 2000). Bangunan bertingkat merupakan sebuah respon atas kebutuhan manusia yang tidak terbatas namun ketersediaan lahan yang terbatas. Sehingga memaksa manusia untuk melakukan pembangunan secara vertikal.Perlu direncanakan sirkulasi evakuasi ketika terjadi bencana kebakaran. Sarana proteksi kebakaran pasif khususnya tangga darurat kebakaran akan berperan aktif dalam upaya penyelamatan dalam proses evakuasi ketika terjadi kebakaran. Keberadaan dan kondisi tangga darurat kebakaran mempengaruhi kemudahan dalam proses evakuasi kebakaran serta mampu menjadi hambatan jika tidak adanya perencanaan yang matang. Perkembangan teknologi membuat manusia bisa lebih mudah dalam melakukan tes keilmuan. Oasys MassMotion adalah software simulasi sirkulasi pejalan kaki berbasis agen. Hal ini banyak digunakan dalam evakuasi, kemacetan pejalan kaki, analisis proses dan beberapa bidang lainnya. Oasys MassMotion memberikan arsitek sebuah alat penguji bagaimana respon desain arsitektur dalam sirkulasi yang terjadi didalamnya, termasuk evakuasi kebakaran. Oasys MassMotion ini digunakan penulis sebagai alat simulasi evakuasi kebakaran sebagai bahan penelitian.