bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Promoting Developmental Outcomes of Premature Infants by Creating Opportunities for Parent Empowerment (COPE)
Authors:   Department of Occupational Therapy, School of Rehabilitation, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Shafaroodi Narges , Askary Kachoosangy Reihaneh ,   Department of Occupational Therapy, School of Rehabilitation, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Heidarzadeh Mohammad ,   Department of Neonatology, School of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran., Qorbani Mostafa ,   Non-communicable Diseases Research Center, Alborz University of Medical Sciences, Karaj, Iran., Shojaei Seyed Hossein ,   Department of Occupational Therapy, School of Rehabilitation, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Beheshti Seyede Zeinab ,   Department of Occupational Therapy, School of Rehabilitation, Arak University of Medical Sciences, Arak, Iran.
Published: July 2022

Objectives: Premature neonates are at greater risk of developmental problems such as cerebral palsy, developmental delays, and hearing and vision problems. The challenge of healthcare professionals who support preterm neonates and their parents is not only ensuring neonates’ survival but also optimizing infant development. Interventions to reduce adverse health outcomes are very important. The present study was focused on exploring the effect of the Creating Opportunities for Parent Empowerment (COPE) schedule on the developmental outcomes of premature infants Methods: The randomization process was done using a randomized block design, and neonates were assigned randomly to the treatment (n=20) and control (n=20) groups. Neonates in two groups were matched in gestational age, birth height, head circumference at birth, birth weight, Apgar scores (1 min, 5 min), prematurity, and new Ballard score. So, there was not a significant difference between them at the baseline. In the intervention group, the parents received a COPE schedule in a set of CD’s in conjunction with written instruction and supplemental activities (guidebook). COPE schedule was performed in 5 steps. In the control group, neonates received only routine services and interventions, and the research therapist performed no additional interventions. New Ballard examination was done in all neonates at the time of enrollment, followed by administration of Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ) by an occupational therapist, who was double-blinded for the study, to any available parent (mostly mothers) at 6 months of corrected age. Results: The results showed more maturity in “communication”, “gross motor”, “problem-solving”, and “personal-social” in the intervention group, and the observed differences between the two groups in these outcomes were statistically significant (P<0.05). Discussion: This educational-behavioral intervention program could promote mothers’ knowledge about their neonates and improve the developmental aspects of premature infants during their first months of life.
Influence of feeding level on the formation of milk productivity of dry cows
Authors: Pivtorak Ia. І. , Mil О. О.
Published: July 2022

The materials of the publication demonstrate the results of scientific research conducted on Simmental cattle in the farm “Pchany-Denkovych” Stryy district of the Lviv region. The research is based on optimizing the normalized feeding of cows during the start-up period. The diets of experimental animals include low, medium, and high levels of energy nutrition according to detailed standards. The study was conducted on three groups of Simmental cows with eight heads each. The analysis of the obtained results showed that the different levels of energy nutrition of experimental animals did not significantly affect the hematological parameters; their level was within physiological norms for healthy animals. Estimating the intensity of metabolic processes in the body of dry cows was carried out based on the contents of the scar. There was a probable increase in the number of amylo- and cellulolytic bacteria, the number of which prevailed (the second and third groups) in comparison with the control by 1.42–2.32 and 2.32–2.53 million/ml. A similar pattern was observed for the number of proteolytic bacteria. The increase in these populations of microorganisms contributed to their enzymatic activity, which led to a probable increase in the number of LVH, which are precursors of milk fat. According to the indicators of live weight gain during the dry season, animals of the second and third groups had an advantage. Physicochemical parameters of milk were also better in these groups of cows; the higher the level of nutrition, the higher the fat, protein content in milk. A similar analogy is observed for the dynamics of the live weight of calves, which is directly proportional to the level of feeding cows during the dry season. For four months, the calves of the experimental groups had higher growth energy (6.7–10.5 % compared to the control). The control over the level of milk productivity of cows after calving was carried out according to control milk yields, which showed that the hopes for lactation in the experimental groups were 7.2–8.0 % higher than in the control group. This is because the animals of the experimental groups, due to the higher level of feeding according to detailed standards in the dry season, deposited more nutrients in the body and thus provided a higher level of milk productivity. Therefore, the conducted research gives grounds to recommend the farm to use high and medium levels of energy nutrition for cows during the dry season.
Influence of heterosis on honey productivity of Carpathian bees
Authors: Kovalskyi I. , Kerek S. , Fedak V. , Kovalska L. , Druzhbiak A. , Vovkun Y. , Klym O. , Golovach P.
Published: July 2022

Obtaining the maximum number of products depends on the effectiveness of selection and breeding work on the improvement of existing and creation of new types and lines, as well as on the rational use of the gene pool of bees in regional breeding systems hybridization. Using inbred hybrids for this purpose makes it possible, along with increasing productivity, to preserve the purity of the bee breed, which is also extremely important. Along with this, there is no danger of the manifestation of an adverse effect of splitting traits in the offspring of subsequent generations, which is often observed when using interbreed crosses. Therefore, the purpose of the work was to study the laws and mechanisms of heterosis for breeding honey bees and obtaining the maximum amount of products. Breeding of queens that gave hybrid offspring of different origins was carried out in the conditions of the Carpathian zone of Transcarpathia in the apiaries of the Carpathian bee selection and reproduction department of the National Research Center “Institute of Beekeeping named after P. I. Prokopovich”. Based on experimental studies, a comprehensive assessment of combinations of honey bees was carried out using the example of the “Vuchkiv” and “Kolochav” types and their initial forms under different climatic conditions. Morphological, biological features and quantitative characteristics of honey productivity intertype hybrids of Carpathian bees were studied. The theoretical value of the work lies in the fact that the breeding of interbreeding types based on the developed methodology and the introduction of effective breeding technology for bee families ensures the preservation and reproduction of the Carpathian bee population. The phenomenon of heterosis was investigated as a result of crossing different types of Carpathian bees based on a comparative evaluation of the “Vuchkiv” and “Kolochav” types. At the same time, the data on their use, value, and natural resistance in different climatic conditions have been expanded. At the same time, the offspring, relative to the parents, differ in increased honey productivity by 40.1–45.2 %. The production of queens, intertype purebred Carpathian bees is a significant reserve for increasing the productivity of apiaries, primarily in the area of their purebred breeding and, unlike interbreed hybrids, does not pose a threat to crossbreeding of the breed.
The content of saturated fatty acids in the blood plasma of cows in the winter period depends on autonomic nervous regulation
Authors: Hryshchuk I. А. , Karpovskiy V. I. , Zhurenko O. V. , Kryvoruchko D. I. , Gutyj B. V.
Published: July 2022

The tone of the autonomic nervous system is one of the key systems of the nervous system in regulating homeostasis. In turn, this can affect the metabolism of organic substances in the animal's body, which is reflected in physiological indicators. The aim of the study was to determine the influence of the tone of the autonomic nervous system on the content of saturated fatty acids. Groups of animals were formed according to Baesky’s method, according to which they were divided into three groups: normotonic, sympathotonic, and vagotonic. Blood was collected in winter. Chromatographic research revealed the following: caproic acid in normotonic (1.19 ± 0.01) is 0.15 % less compared to sympathotonic (P ≤ 0.01) and 0.15 % more compared to vagotonic (P ≤ 0.001). Caprylic acid is 0.28 % more in normotonic (1.19 ± 0.05) compared to sympathotonic (P ≤ 0.001) and, comparing the indicators with the third group, 0.37 % more than vagotonic (P ≤ 0.001). Lauric acid in normotonic (0.54 ± 0.03) is higher than vagotonic by 0.13 % (P ≤ 0.01). Myristic acid has a lower percentage ratio in normotonic (2.62 ± 0.08) compared to sympathotonic by 0.30 % (P ≤ 0.001). Palmitic acid is 2.95 % less in normotonic (17.59 ± 0.46) compared to vagotonic (P ≤ 0.001). Arachidic acid has a lower percentage ratio in normotonic (0.21 ± 0.01) compared to sympathotonic by 0.08 % less (P ≤ 0.001). Cows belonging to the normotonic group have the most saturated fatty acids: capric (1.19 ± 0.05), lauric (0.54 ± 0.03); and the least myristic (2.62 ± 0.08) and arachidic (0.21 ± 0.01). Animals belonging to the group of sympathotonic have the most saturated fatty acids: caproic (1.18 ± 0.04), myristic (2.92 ± 0.03) and arachidic (0.29 ± 0.01). Cows belonging to the group of vagotonic have the least saturated fatty acids: caproic (0.88 ± 0.01), capric (0.82 ± 0.03) and lauric (0.41 ± 0.01); the most palmitic acid (20.54 ± 0.16). Considering all factors, we can conclude that the tone of the autonomic nervous system in the body of cows plays an indirect role in the metabolism of saturated fatty acids in blood plasma. This can be facilitated by the influence of the departments of this nervous system, namely the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems, which, depending on the peculiarities of the animal's physiological state, affect the body as a whole.
Slaughter condition, safety and quality of slaughter products of turkeys of meat productivity in the use of prebiotic drug Аctigen
Authors: Konopelko A. V. , Lyasota V. P.
Published: July 2022

Ukraine's food security is due to the production of a sufficient number of high-quality, environmentally friendly, high-quality food products of animal origin, including poultry products. The purpose and objectives of the study. To analyze the slaughter condition, safety, and quality of slaughter products of meat turkeys in the direction of productivity when using the prebiotic drug actigen. The object of study was turkeys of the BIG-6 breed. The prebiotic Actigen was added to the essential diet of turkeys in the following doses: from the 1st to the 21st day: 0.4; 0.8 and 1 g/kg of feed; from the 22nd to the 42nd day: 0.4; 0.6 and 0.8 g/kg of feed; from the 42nd to the 120th day: 0.2; 0.4 and 0.7 g/kg of feed. Mixing prebiotics with compound feed was performed with a feed mixer on the farm for compound feed production. The bird had free access to food and water throughout the fattening. According to DSTU 3143:2013, carcasses of broiler turkeys of experimental groups belong to the first category of fattening. The macrostructural characteristics of the organs of broiler turkeys in the experimental groups correspond to the age norm of the bird. Organomacroscopic characteristics of slaughter products of broiler turkeys of all experimental groups do not differ significantly. When determining the organoleptic characteristics of broiler turkey meat after using the prebiotic Actigen, it was established that Volodar LLC, Kyiv region, sells quality products that meet the requirements of the current National Standard. In the study of microbiological and microscopic indicators of broiler turkey meat after the use of the prebiotic Actigen, it was found that the microbiological indicators of MAFANM content in broiler turkey meat of Volodar LLC of the experimental group were 2.12 ± 0.25 × 103 and control groups 2.98 ± 1.07 × 103 according to the norms 1×106 CFU/g – fresh turkey, i.e., met the requirements of the current National Standard. It was found that the broiler turkeys' meat after using the prebiotic Actigen had a higher relative biological value – 100.0 %, compared with the control group of 95.0 % (P < 0.05). The number of Tetrahymena pyriformis cells grown on a nutrient medium with broiler turkey meat after three hours of incubation in the experimental group was 100.0 ± 5.3 – due only to motile cell forms. A similar trend remained after six hours of incubation. Infusoria had the shape of a regular shoe; they are mobile. Therefore, no adverse effect of samples of the meat of turkey broilers of Volodar LLC on the morphophysiological parameters of ciliates of Tetrahymena pyriformis was found, which indicates that the studied meat of the experimental groups is not toxic.
Relação entre dor lombar crônica inespecífica e rigidez de quadril em adultos
Authors: Rosa Dayane Silva , Felício Diogo Carvalho
Published: July 2022

A dor lombar está presente em 60 a 85% dos indivíduos e em 90% dos casos é inespecífica. A associação de lombalgia com rigidez dos rotadores laterais de quadril deve ser considerada e avaliada pelo fisioterapeuta, uma vez que a literatura sobre o tema indica que pode haver envolvimento da dor lombar inespecífica com a função do quadril. Considerando as lacunas ainda presentes no conhecimento acerca da associação entre dor lombar e rigidez de quadril, este estudo apresenta a seguinte pergunta norteadora: indivíduos com dor lombar inespecífica apresentam alterações no grau de rotação interna do quadril? O objetivo deste estudo foi verificar se adultos que apresentam dor lombar inespecífica possuem alteração no grau de rotação interna de quadril, quantificando e qualificando esses resultados. Foi realizado um estudo observacional, do tipo transversal, qualitativo e quantitativo. A amostra foi composta por 30 indivíduos do sexo masculino e feminino que apresentavam dor lombar inespecífica. A versão brasileira resumida do questionário McGill de Dor foi usada para identificar a dor do paciente e classificá-la quantitativa e qualitativamente, de forma afetiva e sensorial. Foi aplicado o teste de rigidez passiva dos rotadores laterais do quadril utilizando o aplicativo Goniômetro Clinometer. Dentre os pacientes avaliados, 63,3% apresentaram dor de moderada a forte. Pacientes que relataram dor apresentaram maior frequência de alta rigidez dos rotadores laterais de quadril. Entre os pacientes que apresentaram dor, houve maior presença de assimetria do grau de rigidez dos rotadores laterais de quadril em relação aos pacientes com ausência de dor. Não houve ocorrência de baixa rigidez entre os avaliados que relataram presença de dor. Os resultados deste estudo indicam que os indivíduos com dor lombar inespecífica apresentaram alta rigidez e assimetria de rotadores laterais de quadril. Dadas as limitações do desenho do estudo, não é possível afirmar uma relação de causalidade. No entanto, os achados desse estudo ensejam a realização de novos estudos com desenhos específicos, a fim de identificar a possibilidade de causalidade entre rigidez de quadril e dor lombar inespecífica.
The Role of Nuclear Small Modular Reactors for the Resilience of Integrated Energy Systems
Authors: Di Maio Francesco , Zio Enrico
Published: July 2022

Integrated Energy Systems (IESs) can provide resilience to energy supply. Nuclear Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) have design features that can add resilience to IESs. In this work, such features are qualitatively analyzed with respect to a case study of a typical IES of literature.
Justicia alternativa e identidades múltiples del abogado. Impacto de un currículo.
Authors:   Universidad de Guadalajara, Cruz Barba Evangelina
Published: July 2022

El objetivo es presentar una reflexión sobre la identidad profesional del abogado ante la Justicia Alternativa. Se toma como punto de partida la revisión de literatura que expone características del abogado, destacando un punto de inflexión en los atributos de este profesional a principios del siglo XXI, dentro del marco de la Justicia Alternativa. A partir de los postulados sobre la racionalidad del individuo, y como una forma de significar un currículo académico, se presenta un modelo que refiere las posibilidades de “identidades múltiples” en esta profesión, bajo la elección de tipos ideales weberianos. Todo esto se sustenta en roles de actuación acorde a su entender del contexto, las normas y el discurrir acerca del ser y hacer en su área de actuación profesional. Finalmente, se ofrece una perspectiva de currículo transdisciplinar para hacer frente a algunos desafíos que crea la Justicia Alternativa en la práctica de la abogacía, y que marcan áreas para cultivar un paradigma educativo que involucre conocimientos de la psicología y la economía conductual, con el cual se fomente en el abogado la aplicación de Métodos Alternos de Solución de Conflictos.
El propósito de las marcas: ¿Publicidad homogeneizada en la educación superior peruana?
Authors: Contreras-Morales Diego
Published: July 2022

Simon Sinek (2009) propone un nuevo concepto para la dirección empresarial, que ha tenido un impacto en la construcción discursiva publicitaria, lo que en los años sucesivos se ha venido llamando el propósito de las marcas . El presente artículo analiza cualitativamente cómo se ha manifestado este concepto en las narrativas publicitarias de ciertas instituciones educativas de educación superior en el Perú. A grandes rasgos, las piezas audiovisuales publicitarias comparten muchos elementos en común, protagonistas ideales, objetivos futuros, discursos ético morales, entre otros. Esto es aparentemente contradictorio, ya que parece producir un efecto contrario a otras herramientas publicitarias como el posicionamiento (Ries y Trout, 1981), cuyo objetivo es destacar la diferencia de determinada marca con otras. El argumento central del artículo es que este propósito en el Perú termina produciendo un efecto homogeneizador en la comunicación publicitaria y que responde no a un marco delimitado por el producto, servicio o marca, sino a una percepción ideológica del mundo, basada en valores que Ronald Inglehart (1977) llama post-materiales y a la percepción de un emprendedor neoliberal, dando forma a un nuevo discurso de eficiencia publicitaria.
El propósito de las marcas: ¿Publicidad homogeneizada en la educación superior peruana?
Authors: Contreras-Morales Diego
Published: July 2022

Simon Sinek (2009) propone un nuevo concepto para la dirección empresarial, que ha tenido un impacto en la construcción discursiva publicitaria, lo que en los años sucesivos se ha venido llamando el propósito de las marcas. El presente artículo analiza cualitativamente cómo se ha manifestado este concepto en las narrativas publicitarias de ciertas instituciones educativas de educación superior en el Perú. A grandes rasgos, las piezas audiovisuales publicitarias comparten muchos elementos en común, protagonistas ideales, objetivos futuros, discursos ético morales, entre otros. Esto es aparentemente contradictorio, ya que parece producir un efecto contrario a otras herramientas publicitarias como el posicionamiento (Ries y Trout, 1981), cuyo objetivo es destacar la diferencia de determinada marca con otras. El argumento central del artículo es que este propósito en el Perú termina produciendo un efecto homogeneizador en la comunicación publicitaria y que responde no a un marco delimitado por el producto, servicio o marca, sino a una percepción ideológica del mundo, basada en valores que Ronald Inglehart (1977) llama post-materiales y a la percepción de un emprendedor neoliberal, dando forma a un nuevo discurso de eficiencia publicitaria.
Contemporary Study: Acquisition of a New Language and its Impacts on a Learner’s Lifestyle
Authors: Gul Owais
Published: July 2022

This research paper deals with the influence of acquiring a new language on the learner’s lifestyle. Keeping in view the Pakistani folks, this paper explores how the acquisition of a new language, particularly the English language, influences the people in shaping their future by making them communicative with people across the world. While talking about the acquisition of a new language in general, the paper explores the influence of learning the English language on the people of Pakistan in the context of their academic and financial careers, improvement of communication skills, enhancement of understanding, and endless opportunities to shape the future inside and outside the country.
Early Indicators of Student Success
Authors: Attewell Paul , Maggio Christopher , Tucker Frederick , Brooks Jay , Giani Matt , Hu Xiaodan , Massa Tod , Raoking Feng , Walling David , Wilson Nathan
Published: July 2022

This paper reports the results of a four-state collaboration––Texas, New York, Virginia, and Illinois––that uses Student Unit Record Database Systems that track students from high school into college. The goal is to determine whether it is possible to accurately predict whether individual students will not graduate using very early indicators available at college entry or during the first semester. Using similar statistical models across four state university systems, we identify individual students at greatest risk of non-completion quite accurately at early stages, allowing college staff to prioritize interventions and supports aimed at improving completion for those at greatest risk. Our logistic regression models rely on variables available to university administrators at student entry, including high school GPA, standardized test scores, parental income, remediation requirements, declared major, and college credits attempted in the first semester. Our models do not use gender, race, or ethnicity in determining probability of non-completion, making them useful for public university administrators. The fact that the same factors accurately predict graduation and non-completion in four very different state contexts suggests that similar dynamics are at play across the country. Our findings suggest that current commercial products that require extensive effort from faculty to input data on student progress, to act as an early warning system, may be unnecessary. More easily obtainable data can accurately predict students at risk of non-completion.
НОРМАТИВНО-ПРАВОВЕ ЗАБЕЗПЕЧЕННЯ УМОВ ФУНКЦІОНУВАННЯ ТРАНСПОРТНИХ СИСТЕМ ТА НАПРЯМИ ЙОГО ВДОСКОНАЛЕННЯ
Authors: Chorna O.V. , Falovych N.M. , Shevchuk O.S. , Popovich P.V. , Buryak M.V.
Published: July 2022

Вступ. Нормативно-правове забезпечення є важливим фактором розвитку транспортних систем. В умовах динамічних змін воно має відігравати не тільки регулюючу, а й стимулюючу роль за рахунок швидкої адаптації правових норм до викликів, які постають перед транспортною системою. Мета. Стаття пропонує напрями вдосконалення нормативно-правового забезпечення функціонування транспортних систем відповідно до зміни середовища їх існування. Результати. У роботі акцентовано на необхідності постійного вдосконалення нормативно-правового забезпечення функціонування транспортних систем відповідно до обставин, що змінюються. Охарактеризовано систему правового забезпечення функціонування транспорту, встановлено її ієрархічний характер. Визначено та згруповано стратегічні завдання державного управління в галузі транспорту. Встановлено, що в сьогоднішніх умовах важливим інструментом удосконалення правових норм регулювання транспортного сектору є міжнародні акти, які формують вимоги щодо відповідності глобальним цілям розвитку, посилення ступеня інтегрованості транспортної мережі і її високої логістичної ефективності, а також забезпечення інноваційного розвитку галузі на засадах декарбонізації та сталості. Проаналізовано реалізацію окреслених завдань у чинних нормативно-правових актах, а також визначено перспективні напрями їх удосконалення. У межах окреслених перспектив сформовано підхід до запровадження дворівневої системи обговорення законодавчих ініціатив, які охоплюють близьку й віддалену перспективу. У випадку близької перспективи запропоновано обговорювати нормативне врегулювання викликів, які вже стоять перед транспортною галуззю, з використанням успішного досвіду передових країн. У випадку обговорення норм віддаленої перспективи запропоновано долучатися до обговорення концептуальних положень та інновацій на етапах їх розроблення з метою впливу на цей процес, а також підготовки до їх упровадження у правове поле в майбутньому. Висновки. Сьогодні нормативно-правове забезпечення функціонування транспортних систем в Україні перебуває у стані трансформації, причому здебільшого під впливом міжнародних норм. У цьому контексті важливо, щоб упровадження та адаптація змін до чинного законодавства відбувалися оперативно або з випередженням ситуації, що дасть змогу підвищити рівень розвитку транспортної галузі.
The Current Perspectives in Clinical Research: Computer-Assisted Drug Designing, Ethics, and Good Clinical Practice
Authors: Kandi Venkataramana , Vundecode Anusha , Godalwar Tanmai Reddy , Dasari Sindhusree , Vadakedath Sabitha , Godishala Vikram
Published: July 2022

In the era of emerging microbial and non-communicable diseases and re-emerging microbial infections, the medical fraternity and the public are plagued by under-preparedness. It is evident by the severity of the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic that novel microbial diseases are a challenge and are challenging to control. This is mainly attributed to the lack of complete knowledge of the novel microbe’s biology and pathogenesis and the unavailability of therapeutic drugs and vaccines to treat and control the disease. Clinical research is the only answer utilizing which can handle most of these circumstances. In this review, we highlight the importance of computer-assisted drug designing (CADD) and the aspects of molecular docking, molecular superimposition, 3D-pharmacophore technology, ethics, and good clinical practice (GCP) for the development of therapeutic drugs, devices, and vaccines.
Pharmacognosy, Phytochemical, and Pharmacology of Wijaya Kusuma (Epiphyllum oxypetalum (DC.) Haw.) – An Update Review
Authors: Lesmana Chandra Adam , Hikmawanti Ni Putu Ermi , Yumita Agustin
Published: July 2022

In Indonesia, Epiphyllum oxypetalum (DC.) Haw. is known as Wijaya Kusuma. The plant is grown for home decorating and used widely as medicine in some areas. This narrative review discusses the pharmacognosy, phytochemical, and pharmacology aspects of E. oxypetalum. The review is limited to original articles and abstracts available in Science Direct, PubMed, and Google Scholar. The keyword used to search the articles was “Epiphyllum oxypetalum”. The plant contains proteins, amino acids, alkaloids, saponins, terpenoids, steroids, flavonoids, tannins, glycosides, and resins. The plant has pharmacological activities such as anti-inflammatory, antimicrobials, antidiabetic, and antioxidant properties. Researchers interested in developing E. oxypetalum as a medicinal plant might use this review as a reference.
GONDANG SITOLUPULUTOLU PADA UPACARA ADAT SAUR MATUA MASYARAKAT BATAK TOBA SILAHISABUNGAN
Authors: Manurung Sopandu , Lono Lastoro Simatupang Gabriel Roosmargo , Mulyana Aton Rustandi
Published: July 2022

Gondang Sitolupulutolu is a gondang ensemble that can only be found in the Toba Batak community. They are Silalahisabungan clan group. Gondang sitolupulutolu is very important in the Silahisabungan community because it can not be separeted from the traditional ceremonies. This study aims to determine how the use and function of the gondang sitolupulutolu in one of the traditional ceremonies of the Silahisabungan community, namely saur matua. This study use a qualitative method. Alan P. Meriam’s (1964) theory of use and function was chosen to see the use and function of the gondang sitolupulutolu. The results showed that the Gondang Sitolupulutolu was used at the opening ceremony during the manortor (ceremonial dance) and at the end of ceremony (closing ceremony). While the function of the gondang sitolupulutolu at the traditional ceremony of Saur Matua is as an expression of joy and sorrow, as entertainment, as a means of communication to convey prayers to God, as a symbol, and as a validation of the Saur Matua traditional ceremony.
SAPTONO DALAM MELESTARIKAN DAN MENGEMBANGAN KARAWITAN TRADISI SURAKARTA
Authors: Ciptaningsih Utami , Mistortoify Zulkarnain
Published: July 2022

This qualitative research is about the figure of Saptono in the world of classical Surakarta-style karawitan. Saptono is a skilled musician in mastering the repertoire of gendhing and ricikan in all types of Javanese Surakarta-style gamelan. Apart from being a former lecturer at ISI Yogyakarta, he also serves as a gamelan musician at the Surakarta Kasunanan Palace. High loyalty and musical virtuosity made Saptono appointed Kanjeng Raden Riyo Aryo (K.R.R.A) Saptonodiningrat and given a special task as tindhih of gamelan musicians at the Surakarta Kasunanan Palace. Two basic questions arise about how Saptono creative activities maintain the continuity of the Surakarta style musical and what reasons encourage him to do these activities. Based on these two questions, it is known that all forms of loyalty to the Surakarta Kasunanan Palace are shown by Saptono by utilizing all of his musical potential in creating classical Surakarta style gendhing, which is specifically dedicated to King Paku Buwana XIII. Saptono dedication to the development of karawitan to the wider community is shown through his willingness to become a music teacher at home and abroad, become a courtier of musicians at the Kasunanan Surakarta Palace, and become a driving force for the Muryoraras art community as a meditation association with Javanese gamelan instruments.
Validación de la punción aspiración con aguja fina guiada por ecografía en el diagnóstico de cáncer de tiroides
Authors: Fernández Morocho Jhoana Elizabeth , García Rivera Maria Emilia , Álvarez Orellana Paula Belén , Gordón Reyes Katherine Lucía , Jadan Sumba Nataly Alexandra
Published: July 2022

introducción: la punción aspiración con aguja fina ha desempeñado un papel esencial en la evaluación del paciente con nódulo tiroideo, siendo un método rápido, mínimamente invasivo, con reinserción rápida a sus actividades. Objetivo: determinar la validez de la Punción Aspiración con Aguja Fina (PAAF) guiada por ecografía en el diagnóstico de cáncer de tiroides en pacientes del Hospital José Carrasco Arteaga durante el año 2017. Metodología: estudio de validación de pruebas diagnósticas que comparó la punción aspiración con aguja fina guiada por ecografía con la histopatología (gold estándar). Participaron 236 pacientes que cumplieron los criterios de inclusión. Para el análisis se aplicaron frecuencias y porcentajes, desviación estándar y media, según variables cuantitativas y cualitativas respectivamente, para la validación de la PAAF se realizaron pruebas de sensibilidad, especificidad, valor predictivo positivo y negativo. Se aplicaron los procesos bioéticos respectivos. Resultados: el 73.78% de pacientes tuvieron más de 48 años (media de 56,52, DS +/- 13,51). Según la clasificación de Bethesda la mayoría de los pacientes presentaron atipía con 27,1%, seguido de 26,3% de neoplasia folicular. Por histopatología el 53,8% fueron benignos y el 43,2% corresponde a carcinomas papilares. La sensibilidad fue de 73,39%; especificidad del 57,48%, índice de validez 64,83%; valor predictivo positivo 59,7%; valor predictivo negativo 71,57%; razón de verosimilitud positivo 1,73, razón de verosimilitud negativo 0,46; índice de Youden 0,31. Conclusiones: la PAAF tuvo una mayor sensibilidad que especificidad, sin embargo, no podría ser determinante en el momento del diagnóstico y toma de decisiones.
Relación entre la educación superior y las demandas del mercado laboral caso ESPOCH
Authors: Niama Rivera Ligia Maricela , Moyano Tapia Ana Lourdes
Published: July 2022

Introducción: En un contexto social, en el que se demanda de la educación superior acciones inmediatas que contribuyan a mejorar las condiciones de vida de la población, pero con una academia que escasamente responde a las necesidades de la población, aislándose intencionalmente de la realidad, es necesario hacer un esfuerzo sustancial para evaluar la relación de la educación superior con las demandas del mercado laboral, pretendiendo descifrar de esta manera cual ha sido la contribución de la ESPOCH, como institución de educación superior, al desarrollo productivo, en un entorno que por su situación sociopolítica es altamente conflictivo. Objetivo: Determinar el grado de participación en la empresa de los graduados de la educación superior, para fomentar el adelanto económico, con la implementación de nuevos emprendimientos. Metodología: Para ello se propuso una investigación con enfoque cualitativo de tipo descriptivo y correlacional, se aplicó una encuesta abierta, vía online, a la cual respondieron 89 graduados de siete facultades, el instrumento fue validado con Alfa de Crombach. Resultados: Los datos obtenidos se correlacionaron utilizando el estadístico de Chi cuadrado, los indicadores: El género, la facultad de procedencia, el tiempo de graduación, el tiempo de existencia del negocio, la afinidad del negocio con la carrera, la forma en la que se realizó el emprendimiento, el respaldo del título profesional y la generación de empleo. Discusión: De forma general, se pudo establecer que no existe una correlación estadísticamente significativa entre los aspectos relacionados a la formación académica con el mercado laboral. Conclusión: Se concluyó que la evaluación de graduados se realiza como cumplimiento de formalismo y se requiere de un compromiso real de la academia con sus graduados para fomentar procesos de desarrollo productivo en que se generen sinergias reales entre las necesidades más emergentes de la población y los alcances formativos de la educación superior.
Globus pharyngeus
Authors: Tarafder Kamrul Hasan , Taous Ahmmad
Published: July 2022

Abstract not available
Bangladesh J Otorhinolaryngol 2022; 28(1): 1-5
Conventional Practice of use of Cotton Bud in External Auditory Canal and it’s Complications
Authors: Rashid Md Harun or , Uddin Md Mojib , Hossain Sheikh Md Rafiqul , Taous Ahmmad
Published: July 2022

Objectives: To find out the complications arise from use of cotton bud in external auditory canal.
Methods: This cross sectional study was carried out from January 2020- December 2020 in Pabna medical college hospital. About 100 patients with complications of cotton bud use were included in this study. Diagnosis was based on the history and otoscopic examination.
Results: In this study most of the cases were age group 0-10 years -30%, 10-50-years 30%, 50-60- years 10%, more than 60 years 40%. Common Complications were Infection of external auditory canal 50%, injury to external auditory canal 40% and injury to tympanic membrane 10%.
Conclusion: Injudicious use of Cotton bud has injurious effect for external auditory canal and should be avoided.
Bangladesh J Otorhinolaryngol 2022; 28(1): 91-95
Scaling up of livestock production for sustainable livelihood: An empirical study from Sirajganj district of Bangladesh
Authors: Rana Md Masud , Murshed Hasan Mohammad , Roy Debashis , Huda Md Nazmul
Published: July 2022

Livestock is a vital component of the complex farming system in Bangladesh. This focuses towards he contribution of livestock farming in the livelihood of the farmers as well as the realization of the challenges in livestock farming as perceived by the farmers. A mixed-method research design was used to collect data from 100 livestock farmers of Kamarkhanda Upazila (sub-district) under Sirajganj district. According to the findings of the study, livestock farming has significant contributions in improving the status of livelihood tatus of farming households. It is evident from the findings that majority of the respondents (69%), faced medium level of challenges in livestock farming compared to high level of challenges faced by 28% respondents of the study area.  The socio-demographic characteristics of the respondents namely farm size, annual income, training received, subsidy received and extension media contact seem to have significant contributions with the challenges faced by the farmers in livestock farming. As the livestock sector of Bangladesh has great potential to flourish provided the challenges faced by the farmers are given due attention. Implementation of farmers’ friendly livestock policy and the collaborative efforts of public and private sectors are required to boost up livestock productivity in Bangladesh.
SAARC J. Agric., 20(1): 209-225 (2022)
Influence of transplanting date on performance of Boro rice varieties in Lalmai-hill area
Authors: Khan Md Nayeb Ali , Hossain Md Babu , Biswas Parimal Kanti , Amin AKM Ruhul , Rahman Anisur
Published: July 2022

A field experiment was conducted in Lalmai-Hill area of Cumilla with five high yielding varieties (HYV) of rice during Boro season (2018-2019) to evaluate their yield performance under different transplanting dates. Rice seedlings were transplanted on three different dates viz., January 15 (T1), January 30 (T2) and February 14 (T3). Five rice varieties viz., BRRI dhan67 (V1) BRRI dhan68 (V2), BRRI dhan74 (V3), BRRI dhan81 (V4) and BRRI dhan86 (V5) were transplanted. Results revealed that delaying of transplanting date decreased yield and return of Boro rice varieties. Transplanting of seedlings on February 14 decreased effective tiller hill–1, filled grain panicle–1, grain yield and biological yield by 13, 14, 24 and 9%, respectively, compared to seedlings transplanted on January 15. Significantly highest grain yield (5.95 t ha–1) and biological yield (14.33 t ha–1) were obtained from BRRI dhan74 compared with other varieties because of higher potential of its yield attributes. The highest grain yield (6.67 t ha–1) and return (Tk. 158,765 ha–1) were recorded from BRRI dhan74 when transplanted on January 15 as compared to other combinations. Transplanting of all other varieties on January 15 confirmed higher yield and yield return compared with delayed transplanted seedlings.
SAARC J. Agric., 20(1): 143-155 (2022)
Effect of post-shooting bunch spray of growth hormone and fertilizer on yield attributing characters of banana
Authors: Wagle Nitesh , Sharma Shaurav , Bhattarai Keshav , Khatri Deepak , Dutta Jay Prakash
Published: July 2022

An experiment was conducted at a commercial banana orchard in Chitwan to find out the best chemical to increase the yield and quality of banana during the fruit development stage. The research was laid out in a randomized complete block design (RCBD) with seven treatments and three replications. The treatment included plant growth hormones GA3 and Naphthalene acetic acid (NAA)@ 50 ppm and 100 ppm each. Similarly, Sulphate of Potash (SOP) was applied @ 1.5% and 2%. The first spray was applied soon after the bunch had completely opened, and the second spray was applied 15 days later. The effect of these chemicals on yield and quality parameters was observed. The result revealed that the application of GA3 @ 100 ppm increased the length, girth and weight of the bananas. Likewise, the highest weight of the third hand of the banana was also observed in GA3 @ 100 ppm, whereas minimum physiological loss in the weight of the finger and maximum pulp to peel ratio was observed in SOP @ 1.5%. Analyzing all these observed parameters, GA3 @ 100ppm was found to be the most suitable growth hormone to increase the overall yield while SOP @ 1.5%
SAARC J. Agric., 20(1): 157-169 (2022)
Formulation of value added chicken nuggets using carrot and ginger as a source of dietary fiber and natural antioxidant
Authors: Khatun MM , Hossain MA , Ali MS Ali , Rahman MM , Azad MAK , Hashem MA
Published: July 2022

The study was aimed to evaluate the effect of different levels of carrot with ginger on the quality attributes of chicken nuggets. For this purpose, chicken meat samples were divided into four treatment groups viz. T0 (Control), T1 (1% ginger and 4% carrot), T2 (1% ginger and 8% carrot) and T3 (1% ginger and 12% carrot). Days of intervals were 0, 15, 30 and 45th days. Samples were preserved at -20º C for 45 days. An ANOVA of a 4×4 factorial experiment in completely randomized design having three replications per treatment was used for analyses of data. Sensory, proximate, physicochemical, biochemical and microbiological analyses were determined. Color, flavor, juiciness, tenderness and overall acceptability increased significantly (p<0.05) among the different treatment groups but decreased at different days of intervals. Dry matter (DM) content decreased significantly (p<0.05) with different treatment levels and increased with days of intervals. Crude protein (CP), Ether extract (EE) and ash content of all treatments were decreased significantly (p<0.05) among different treatment groups. Free fatty acids (FFAs), peroxide value (POV) and thiobarbituric acid reactive substances (TBARS) values were decreased significantly (p<0.05) with different treatment levels and increased with days of intervals. Total viable count (TVC), total coliform count (TCC) and total yeast mold count (TYMC) decreased significantly (p<0.05) at different treatments. On the basis of sensory, physicochemical, biochemical and microbial properties indicate that T3 was the best among treatment groups. Hence, 12% carrots with 1% ginger extracts may be recommended for formulation of value added chicken nuggets as enriched dietary fiber and natural antioxidant.
SAARC J. Agric., 20(1): 185-196 (2022)
Pre-harvest application of inorganic sources of nutrient on yield and shelf life of broccoli
Authors: Tarafder Sushanta Kumar , Biswas Mrityunjoy , Mondal Asit Baran
Published: July 2022

A study was conducted at Chanchra, Sadar Upazila, Jashore, Bangladesh during Rabi seasons of 2019-20 and 2020-21 to evaluate pre-harvest treatments of inorganic nutrient sources on yield and shelf life of broccoli through Randomized Complete Block Design (RCBD) with three replications and six treatments which were; T1= soil test based 50% NPK with blanket dose, T2=soil test based 75% NPK with blanket dose, T3= soil test based 100% NPK with blanket dose, T4=soil test based 125% NPK with blanket dose, T5=local farmers practice (N138 P75 K94 S27 Zn5 kg ha-1),T6 = control.Completely Randomized Design (CRD) was designed to determine the shelf life of broccoli with three replications considering three factors; (i) pre-harvest treatments of inorganic sources of nutrient; (ii) storage materials at room temperature and (iii) storage materials at cold storage condition.Findings revealed that the effects of different inorganic sources of nutrients significantly influenced on yield and shelf life of broccoli. The treatment T3 (soil test based 100% NPK with blanket dose) resulted in better marketable curd yield with maximum gross returns, net returns and Benefit Cost Ratio(BCR) as compared to other treatments. The treatment T1  (soil test based 50% dose of NPK with blanket dose) recorded the maximum shelf life  of 6.57 daysand 6.83 days at room temperature (14-240C with RH 60-65%) and 23.65 days and 24.25 days at cold storage (40C with RH 90-95%) condition using High -Density Polyethylene (HDP;15 micron) vacuum pack  during the years of 2019-20 and 2020-21 respectively.
SAARC J. Agric., 20(1): 131-141 (2022)
Prevalência da depressão em idosos não institucionalizados na cidade de Imperatriz-MA: Características e desafios
Authors: Barros Isadora Costa , Marques Natália Gennari da Costa , Bontempo Victoria Franco , Oliveira Karyne Gleyce Zemf
Published: July 2022

O Brasil tem 28 milhões de idosos, e prospecta-se que esse número dobre nas próximas décadas o que pode favorecer o aparecimento de doenças mentais, como a depressão. Essa patologia pode trazer consequências que interferem diretamente nas condições de saúde, influenciando na qualidade de vida de maneira negativa, sobretudo nas funções físicas e psicossociais. Objetivo : identificar a prevalência da depressão em idosos não institucionalizados que participam de atividades no Centro de Serviço de Convivência e Fortalecimento de Vínculos para Idosos na cidade de Imperatriz-MA. Metodologia: Trata-se de uma pesquisa de campo, exploratória, de abordagem quantitativa realizada em agosto de 2021 em um centro de serviço de convivência para idosos não institucionalizados na cidade de Imperatriz - MA. Os dados foram obtidos por meio de entrevistas com base nas condições sociodemográficas, socioeconômicas, atividades físicas, Mini exame do Estado Mental e pela Escala de Depressão Geriátrica. Resultados: Predomínio de mulheres (75,7%), com idade entre 70 -79 anos (50%), viúvez, (37,1%), baixa escolaridade (67,1%), frequência de realização em atividades na instituição (1 a 3 vezes na semana) (84,3%), preservação da cognição (58,6%) e suspeita de depressão (95,1%). Conclusão: Diante desse quadro, é visível as consequências dessa comorbidade sob a qualidade de vida dos idosos. Portanto, este trabalho mostra a evidencia da necessidade da atenção e do rastreamento para com os idosos não institucionalizados, devido a prevalência e as consequências expostas sobre a depressão.
Avaliação da qualidade de vida de pacientes portadores de doenças cardiovasculares internados em um hospital público estadual
Authors: Haber Claudia Dzimidas , Silva Marcos Valério Santos da , Carvalho Bruna Danielle Conde de
Published: July 2022

Introdução: Pacientes com doenças cardiovasculares podem ter a Qualidade de Vida alterada como consequência de sua saúde, seja em razão de suas deficiências físicas ou psicológicas. Objetivo: Avaliar a Qualidade de Vida de pacientes com doenças cardiovasculares internados em hospital de referência em cardiologia. Metodologia: Estudo prospectivo analítico transversal realizado no período de abril a maio de 2018 através da aplicação dos questionários do Perfil Sociodemográfico e Clínico e Escala SF-36 “Medical Outcomes Short-form Health Survey”. A amostra correspondeu a 70 pacientes entrevistados de forma aleatória e voluntária, internados na Clínica Cardiológica. Resultados: Dos 70 pacientes entrevistados, 70% (49/70) dos indivíduos era do sexo masculino, 32,8% (23/70) com idade acima de 70 anos, 44,3% (31/70) casados e 35,7% (25/70) com estudo até o ensino primário incompleto. Discussão: A saúde é aspecto primordial para que o indivíduo esteja bem consigo, com a vida e com a sociedade, reagindo aos problemas e controlando sua rotina. Conclusão: A avaliação da Qualidade de Vida dos pacientes verificou que os domínios Limitação por aspectos emocionais e Limitação por aspectos físicos foram os mais comprometidos seguidos da Limitação por aspectos sociais. Os indivíduos com menos de dois anos de diagnóstico da doença cardiovascular apresentaram melhor qualidade de vida do que os pacientes com diagnóstico maior que três anos.