bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
NATIONALITY AND CITIZENSHIP : FROM THE HUNGARIAN MINORITY SYSTEM TO THE ADOPTION OF RWANDOPHONES IN THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO / NATIONALITE ET CITOYENNETE : DU SYSTEME MINORITAIRE HONGROIS A L’ADOPTION DES RWANDOPHONES EN REPUBLIQUE DEMOCRATIQUE DU
Authors: MISI MUNGALA Junior
Published: July 2023

At the dawn of the third decade of inter-communal, inter-ethnic and inter-tribal wars opposing different armed groups to the exhaustion of the public form, the Democratic Republic of Congo has cried out on the roof of the world to denounce the pullers of the strings, without finding the slightest echo of its cries of distress. On the other hand, under the ashes of thousands of deaths and the rape of women and children, the appetites of politicians ready to do anything to satisfy their fantasies flourish. Perhaps it is time to come to our senses and understand that there is no lack of solutions. It is the choices and priorities that come first. We are convinced that peace as an option in the Great Lakes region can be reconciled with the interests of the various decision-makers. The study of the Hungarian minority system serves as a model for designing the conditions or possibilities for a lasting peace in the Congo. If Hungarian solutions have enabled Hungary to solve its internal problems, they could in one way or another be the basis for peace in the DRC. We rely on Hungary's recognition of the national and ethnic minorities existing within its nation and state, on the one hand, and on the other, on the responsibility clauses that commit the Hungarian government to the protection of its various nations outside the borders of the motherland. We must be aware of the national minorities living in the DRC and the need for agreements between their home state and the DRC on the limit of responsibility of the latter. Hoping to obtain results similar to our intentions, we dare to believe that it is possible to reproduce the Hungarian solutions in the Congo.
Defining growth requirements of microgreens in space cultivation via biomass production, morpho-anatomical and nutritional traits analysis
Authors: Amitrano Chiara , Paglialunga Gabriele , Battistelli Alberto , De Micco Veronica , Del Bianco Marta , Liuzzi Greta , Moscatello Stefano , Paradiso Roberta , Proietti Simona , Rouphael Youssef , De Pascale Stefania
Published: July 2023

During long-term manned missions to the Moon or Mars, the integration of astronauts’ diet with fresh food rich in functional compounds, like microgreens, could strengthen their physiological defenses against the oxidative stress induced by the exposure to space factors. Therefore, the development of targeted cultivation practices for microgreens in space is mandatory, since the cultivation in small, closed facilities may alter plant anatomy, physiology, and resource utilization with species-specific responses. Here, the combined effect of two vapor pressure deficit levels (VPD: 0.14 and 1.71 kPa) and two light intensities (150 and 300 µmol photons m−2 s−1 PPFD) on two species for microgreen production (Brassica oleracea var. capitata f. sabauda ‘Vertus’ and Raphanus raphanistrum subsp. sativus ‘Saxa’), was tested on biomass production per square meter, morpho-anatomical development, nutritional and nutraceutical properties. Microgreens were grown in fully controlled conditions under air temperature of 18/24°C, on coconut fiber mats, RGB light spectrum and 12 h photoperiod, till they reached the stage of first true leaves. At this stage microgreens were samples, for growth and morpho-anatomical analyses, and to investigate the biochemical composition in terms of ascorbic acid, phenols, anthocyanin, carotenoids, carbohydrates, as well as of anti-nutritional compounds, such as nitrate, sulfate, and phosphate. Major differences in growth were mostly driven by the species with ‘Saxa’ always presenting the highest fresh and dry weight as well as the highest elongation; however light intensity and VPDs influenced the anatomical development of microgreens, and the accumulation of ascorbic acid, carbohydrates, nitrate, and phosphate. Both ‘Saxa’ and ‘Vertus’ at low VPD (LV) and 150 PPFD increased the tissue thickness and synthetized high β-carotene and photosynthetic pigments. Moreover, ‘Vertus’ LV 150, produced the highest content of ascorbate, fundamental for nutritional properties in space environment. The differences among the treatments and their interaction suggested a relevant difference in resource use efficiency. In the light of the above, microgreens can be considered suitable for cultivation in limited-volume growth modules directly onboard, provided that all the environmental factors are combined and modulated according to the species requirements to enhance their growth and biomass production, and to achieve specific nutritional traits.
PECULIARITIES OF FORMATION OF CADETS’ PSYCHOLOGICAL RESILIENCE AND PHYSICAL READINESS FOR COMBAT STRESS
Authors: Prontenko Kostiantyn V. , Okhrimenko Ivan М. , Yevdokimova Olena O. , Mannapova Kateryna R. , Filonenko Volodymyr M. , Tverdokhvalova Iuliia L. , Bondarenko Liliia O.
Published: July 2023

The aim: To investigate the impact of special physical training sessions on the formation of cadets’ psychological resilience and physical readiness for the stress factors of future professional and combat activities.
Materials and methods: The research involved 96 cadets (men) in the 2nd training year of S. P. Koroliov Zhytomyr Military Institute (Ukraine) aged 18-20 years, who were divided into two groups: the experimental (E, n = 47) and the control (C, n = 49). The cadets of the E group studied according to the authors’ program, and the C group cadets – according to the existing program. Cadets’ psychological resilience was studied using psycho-diagnostic methods aimed at assessing their volitional qualities. Cadets’ physical fitness was assessed by the tests of general and special physical training.
Results: It was found that the level of general physical training of the E and the C group cadets was significantly the same (p > 0.05) at the end of the research but in terms of special physical training and psychological readiness, the E group cadets had all indicators significantly (p < 0.05-0.001) better than those of the C group.
Conclusions: It has been proved that the special physical training sessions conducted according to the authors’ program were more effective than the existing program in forming cadets’ physical readiness and psychological resilience for stress factors of future professional and combat activities.
Dissimulation et sensualité sur une pyxide d’Al-Andalus
Authors: Bauer Doron
Published: July 2023

Le présent article est consacré à un poème inscrit sur une pyxide andalousienne du xe s. (aujourd’hui conservée à l’Hispanic Society of America). Comportant des descriptions et des métaphores du registre de la sensorialité, il met en œuvre un langage qui ressortit à l’univers de la qasida – une forme classique de poésie lyrique arabe. Si les descriptions et métaphores sensuelles semblent se référer à la pyxide elle-même, une étude plus approfondie révèle des références subtilement dissimulées à une femme aimée. Bien plus, les particularités du portrait sensuel de l’aimée associées au décor végétal luxuriant de la pyxide évoquent à la fois les jardins terrestres et le Paradis.
Une pensée visuelle originale : Le décor peint du chevet de l’église de Saint-Macaire (fin du XIIIe siècle)
Authors: Voyer Cécile
Published: July 2023

Réalisées à la fin du xiiie s., les images peintes du chevet de l’église Saint-Sauveur du monastère de Saint-Macaire (Gironde) sont exceptionnelles car elles témoignent de l’aboutissement d’une pensée sur le temps et l’histoire qui, progressivement, s’est trouvé une expression graphique. Or, cette réflexion a été majoritairement menée, à partir du xiie s., dans les centres urbains et intellectuels pour appréhender l’Œuvre divine et tenter d’en approcher le Mystère grâce à l’histoire. En premier lieu, elle a donc fait l’objet de livres à destination pédagogique, ouvrages par la suite largement diffusés au xiiie s. À Saint-Macaire, cette pensée, forgée au xiie s., s’exprime singulièrement, et à notre connaissance sans équivalent, dans un décor monumental associé à la célébration liturgique. Trois mandorles se détachent sur le fond rouge de la conque absidale comme autant d’apparitions. La mandorle centrale qui est entourée des symboles de la quaternité évangélique et de quatre anges musiciens articule les deux autres représentations, la vision de l’Agneau sur l’autel tenant le Livre aux sept sceaux (Ap 5-8) et une image évoquant la fin des Temps. Le dévoilement du dessein divin à travers l’histoire et le temps est ici étroitement lié au temps sacré du rituel, nœud de toutes les temporalités.
The roles of macrophage migration inhibitory factor in retinal diseases
Authors: Zhang Hongbing , Zhang Xianjiao , Li Hongsong , Wang Bing , Chen Pei , Meng Jiamin
Published: July 2023

Macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF), a multifunctional cytokine, is secreted by various cells and participates in inflammatory reactions, including innate and adaptive immunity. There are some evidences that MIF is involved in many vitreoretinal diseases. For example, MIF can exacerbate many types of uveitis; measurements of MIF levels can be used to monitor the effectiveness of uveitis treatment. MIF also alleviates trauma-induced and glaucoma-induced optic nerve damage. Furthermore, MIF is critical for retinal/choroidal neovascularization, especially complex neovascularization. MIF exacerbates retinal degeneration; thus, anti-MIF therapy may help to mitigate retinal degeneration. MIF protects uveal melanoma from attacks by natural killer cells. The mechanism underlying the effects of MIF in these diseases has been demonstrated: it binds to cluster of differentiation 74, inhibits the c-Jun N-terminal kinase pathway, and triggers mitogen-activated protein kinases, extracellular signal-regulated kinase-1/2, and the phosphoinositide-3-kinase/Akt pathway. MIF also upregulates Toll-like receptor 4 and activates the nuclear factor kappa-B signaling pathway. This review focuses on the structure and function of MIF and its receptors, including the effects of MIF on uveal inflammation, retinal degeneration, optic neuropathy, retinal/choroidal neovascularization, and uveal melanoma.
Prevalence and determinants of oral potentially malignant disorders in rural areas of South India
Authors: Jose Christa , Medappa B. K. Akash , Fareed Nusrath , Afshana T. A. , Battur Hemanth , Praveena Jaseela
Published: July 2023

Purpose:

Oral potentially malignant disorders are associated with a risk of undergoing malignant transformation and a concomitant increase in morbidity and mortality. Moreover, epidemiological studies, especially from rural areas, are important in assessing their prevalence and the identification of determinants of these disorders so that preventive strategies can be employed in tackling them.

Methods:

Cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted based on guidelines of the World Health Organization’s Guide Epidemiology and Diagnosis of Oral Mucosal Disease and Conditions 1995 in rural areas of south India.

Results:

Prevalence of oral potentially malignant disorders (OPMDs) in the studied population was 13.28%, with oral submucous fibrosis (OSMF) accounting to 6.21% and erythroplakia at 1.3%. Regression analysis revealed, age 40–54 years (odds ratio [OR] = 3.8, confidence interval [CI] at 95%–1.5–4.0, P < 0.05), lower socioeconomic groups (OR = 2.1, CI at 95%–1.4–3.1, P < 0.05), habits (OR = 3.2, CI at 95%–1.9–3.8, P < 0.05), smoke form of tobacco-beedi (OR = 2.5, CI at 95%–1.6–2.8, P < 0.05), smokeless form of tobacco-areca nut lime and leaf and tobacco (OR = 3.1, CI at 95%–1.9–3.4, P < 0.05) to be the possible determinants for OPMDs.

Conclusions:

The overall prevalence of OPMDs in the studied population was 13.28%. The most common OPMDs were OSMF. Identified determinants were age, socioeconomic group, ethnicity, diet, body mass index, and associated harmful habits.
Safety and efficacy of oral pilocarpine in radiation-induced xerostomia in oropharyngeal carcinoma patients
Authors: Kaur Harkirat , Banipal Raja Paramjeet Singh , Singh Harminder , Sonik Yasmeen Atwal , Sandhu Snehpreet Kaur
Published: July 2023

Context:

Patients with head-and-neck cancers can develop salivary gland hypofunction after radiotherapy. Oral pilocarpine has been shown to be effective treatment for radiation-induced xerostomia, although its usefulness is being discussed.

Aims:

We aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety profile of oral pilocarpine in radiation-induced xerostomia.

Materials and Methods:

Sixty patients with oropharyngeal carcinoma were planned for radiotherapy and divided into two arms randomly: Arm A (30 patients) received oral pilocarpine and Arm B (30 patients) received placebo tablets for 12 weeks after 3 months of completion of radiotherapy. Salivary gland scintigraphy and xerostomia questionnaire (XQ) were obtained from each patient at baseline and at 3 and 6 months of completion of radiotherapy.

Results:

There was a marked decrease in uptake ratio (UR) and excretion fraction (EF) after 3 months of completion of radiotherapy. There was a statistically significant difference between both the arms in relation to UR, but no significant difference was observed between the two arms in relation to EF after 6 months of completion of radiotherapy. A statistically significant difference was found comparing the XQ results in both the arms. The XQ results did not correlate with salivary gland dysfunction observed by means of salivary scintigraphy. Adverse effects due to xerostomia were generally mild and occasionally of moderate severity.

Conclusion:

The use of oral pilocarpine did not significantly improve salivary gland excretory function, despite better results on salivary uptake at 6 months. However, oral pilocarpine significantly improved symptoms of xerostomia with minor side effects that were predominantly limited to sweating.
Burns Depression Scale Today (BDST): A validation study of BDST against the reference standard of PHQ-9
Authors: Matthew Carolyn , Dahle Nina , Roskvist Rachel , Moir Fiona , Arroll Bruce
Published: July 2023

ABSTRACT

Background:

Case finding for low mood is essential in primary care, but it is time-consuming using current depression inventories. The Burns Depression Scale Today (BDST) is a short, simple inventory which assesses mood for today, and we aimed to validate it in this study.

Materials and Methods:

Consecutive patients with emotional distress seen in a single primary care clinic by one of the authors over 22 months were eligible for this retrospective audit (N = 160). Multiple visits (N = 421) from the same patient were included in the study. The index test was BDST, which assesses the patient’s mood for today. The reference standard was the 9-item Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9), which assesses mood over the past 2 weeks. PHQ-9 had a cut-off point of ≥10 and BDST had a cut-off point of ≥6 for a significant mood issue.

Results:

The median age of patients was 35 years, and 63% of the cohort were women. The median BDST score was 8, indicative of moderately low mood, and the median PHQ-9 score was 15, indicative of moderately severe depression. For patients with a BDST score ≥6, the likelihood ratio of a positive test was 2.67. The sensitivity was 85% (95% confidence interval [CI]: 89%–96%) and the specificity was 68% (95% CI: 60%–76%). The area under the curve was 84% (95% CI: 80%–87%).

Conclusion:

This audit validates BDST against PHQ-9 and finds it an excellent case-finding tool compared to PHQ-9. This is the first validation study of BDST.
How frequently do healthcare workers touch the front of their masks: An observational study during COVID times
Authors: Singh Charu , Bhankhur Dimpi , Kaur Rupinder , Kaur Harpreet , Kaur Harinder , Kaur Kulbeer , Kaur Manjinder , Singh Shubh Mohan , Biswal Manisha
Published: July 2023

Wearing a facemask is essential to prevent respiratory infections, especially in the COVID scenario. However, the front of a mask gets frequently contaminated. We observed that there is a tendency in our healthcare workers (HCWs) to touch the front of masks they were wearing. A prospective study to document and improve this behaviour was conducted. The study was undertaken in two phases (June and September 2020). Training classes emphasising the danger of this were conducted. Details such as area of posting, category of HCW and number of times the mask or face were touched as well as the total number of times it was touched were noted. Out of 357 HCWs observed in two phases, mask touching decreased from 58.3% (3.1 times in the observation period) to 39% (2.4 times) in June and September, respectively (P < 0.0003). Mask touching behaviours are common and can be reduced in HCWs by training and awareness sessions.
Robot
Authors: Johny Joseph , Sreedharan Sinitha , Alex Timy S. , Kuniyedathchalil Jyothisree , Sunil Radhika V.
Published: July 2023

Robotics: a looming invasion in dentistry, is an upcoming big deal that will swap the current protocols in dental medicine. Joseph F. Engelberger is widely known as the 'Father of Robotics' for making the world's first industrial robot. The technological development in robotics and artificial intelligence has computerized a myriad of tasks. Robots have set foot in Dentistry promising multiple opportunities in Periodontology, Orthodontics, Prosthodontics, Endodontics, Oral Radiology, Dental Education, Dental assistance, and Dental materials. This article reviews on contemporary and impending evolution based on evaluation of works published so far.
Immediate loaded mini-implant in children and its effect on quality of life
Authors: Abozena Nora I. , Elhendawy Fatma A. , El Dein Ahmed M. Alam
Published: July 2023

Introduction

Missing anterior teeth due to trauma or congenital missing is a dental handicap affecting child aesthetic, phonetics, function and quality of life (QoL). Traditional management includes removable partial denture, resin bonded bridge, auto-transplant, and closure of the space orthodontically. Implants are the ideal solution for missing teeth but we have to wait until the end of growth. Mini-implant gives a promising future for these cases as they guard to loss of bone and space, restore function and aesthetic and improves QoL.

Aim

Evaluate clinically and radiographically mini-implant in a group of children, and evaluate the effect of the mini-implant on the QoL for those children.

Patients and methods

Fifteen children aged from 11–13 with missing anterior teeth were selected for the study, mini-implants were inserted by the flapless technique, immediately loaded with ceramic fused to metal crown. Evaluation was made by Modified Gingival Index, probing depth, periotest mobility and marginal bone loss by standardized periapical radiograph every 6 months for 2 years and oral health impact profile questioner was taken before and after insertion of the mini-implant.

Results

There was no statistically significant difference in the Modified Gingival Index, probing depth, periotest mobility and marginal bone loss along 24 months follow up, while the QoL questioner revealed statistically significant difference before and after insertion of the mini-implant.

Conclusion

Mini-implant is a successful promising solution for missing anterior teeth in children up to 11 years, but careful study of the case and follow up until the end of growth to re-evaluate the case to either maintain the mini-implant or change it to an implant of appropriate size.
Prevalence of sleep bruxism and associated factors in Tanta preschool children
Authors: Hafeza Salma A.S. , El-Bayoumi Mohamed H. , Abu Hamila Nahed A.M.
Published: July 2023

Introduction

Bruxism is a common condition in the pediatric dentistry clinics; it is reported more frequently in children than in adults and has different effects on a person's quality of life.

Objectives

The aim of this study was to assess the prevalence of sleep bruxism and associated factors among 4–6-year-old preschool children of Tanta city.

Patients and methods

The work was cross-sectional observational design. The sample consisted of 1000 children aged 4–6-year-old in public and private kindergarten of Tanta city. Data were collected through parents/guardians-based questionnaire and clinical inspection of participating children that was done by the same inspector.

Results

The results of the work revealed that the prevalence of sleep bruxism among the sample children was 17.6%. There were significant differences regarding family history of sleep bruxism, presence of newborn and gastrointestinal disorders. A relationship between bruxism and nail/tongue biting, mouth breathing and sleep with hand on face was found in addition to TMJ disorders. Also, by doing regression test analysis gastrointestinal disorders, family history of sleep bruxism and molar relation as distal relation was found to be the most affecting variable to bruxism.

Conclusions

The prevalence of sleep bruxism among the study sample of preschool children was 17.6%. There was no significant difference between sex, age, and bruxism, but there was a significant relationship between the presences of newborn, gastrointestinal disorder, and bruxism. The feeding way either normal or artificial had no relation to sleep bruxism. There was a relationship between sleep bruxism and nail-biting habit, mouth breathing, tongue biting, and sleep with a hand on the face. There was no significant correlation between bruxism and occlusion except with molar relation. TMD had significant correlation with bruxism.
„Die abrupte Veränderung hat uns überrascht“
Authors: Hofmann Janine
Published: July 2023

Das Geschäft der Fachhandelssparte der Hagebau-Kooperation ist eingebrochen. Das belastet die Gruppe. Immerhin sinken die Kosten für Rohstoffe und Energie.
Improving The Middle School STEM Education in Rural China Through Virtual Reality
Authors: Mo Jiayun
Published: July 2023

Left-behind children in rural China are troubled by educational inequalities and a lack of effective education; STEM education implemented by VR might be an answer to the problems they face. This article discusses the application of VR specifically targeting middle school STEM education in rural China. VR is characterized by its immersive, interactive, multimedia, multisensorial, engaging, authentic, spatial, and social affordances, possessing abilities to offer enhanced learning experiences different than other educational technologies. Specifically, case studies evaluated in this article show how VR can help better deliver STEM content by providing opportunities for practical, collaborative, and problem-based learning essential in effectively conveying the abstract and complicated theoretical knowledge of STEM. Learners are more motivated and achieved better learning outcomes, proving the effectiveness of VR in STEM education. Applying the insights in rural China, the creative and hands-on aspects of STEM education can bring out the left-behind children’s motivations and incentives for learning. Among all available technologies, VR is a suitable media choice to implement STEM, given its additional utilities of providing help for the personal and emotional challenges faced by the left-behind children, including their lack of incentives, positive attitudes, and company from parenting figures.
تحضير وتشخيص بعض مركبات5,3 –نافثو-1-سلينوهكسان الحلقية غير المتجانسة
Authors: الهزام حنان عبد الجليل راضي , ألفيلي نعيم تقي , الوائلي احمد علي , حسن عطارد فاضل
Published: July 2023

في هذه الدراسة  تم تحضير سلسلتين من مشتقات مركب5,3 – نافثو-1-سلينو هكسان الحلقي ، وأعطت هاتين السلسلتين الصيغة  C12H10SeRX ( حيث I    (R = CH3 ,X= والصيغة C12H10SeX (حيث (X=Cl , Br , I  . وقد تم فحص هذه المركبات والتعرف عليها باستخدام عدة تقنيات مثل التحليل الكمي الدقيق لعنصري الكربون والهيدروجين، طيف الأشعة تحت الحمراء (IR)، طيف الرنين النووي المغناطيسي للبروتون (1H-NMR)، بالاضافة إلى قياس التوصيل الالكتروليتي لهذه المركبات . ولقد أثبتت النتائج المتحصل عليها في هذه الدراسة صحة التركيب البنائي المقترح لهذه المركبات ، كما إن قياسات التوصيل أثيتت أن هذه المركبات تعتبر  ألكتروليتات ضعيفة .
OUTCOME NEUROLÓGICO: CONSTRUÇÃO DE UM GUIA DE ORIENTAÇÃO DE BOAS PRÁTICAS DE CUIDADOS DE ENFERMAGEM À PESSOA EM SITUAÇÃO CRÍTICA COM STATUS NEUROLOGICO COMPROMETIDO
Authors: Barreto Licinia , Barreto Otília , Santos Luísa
Published: July 2023

Introdução: O outcome neurológico do doente neurocrítico está associado a cuidados de enfermagem prestados durante o seu período crítico em cuidados intensivos, pelo que os enfermeiros devem nortear a sua atuação profissional em práticas recomendadas. Sendo fundamental que os enfermeiros que prestam cuidados à pessoa em situação crítica com status neurológico comprometido, tenham conhecimento e adotem intervenções preventivas da hipertensão intracraniana e promotoras de perfusão cerebral, entre outras, advogamos que um guia orientador de boas práticas se mostre pertinente à qualidade dos cuidados e ao melhor outcome do doente. Objetivo: Elaborar um guia de boas práticas a fim de uniformizar os cuidados de enfermagem prestados à pessoa em situação crítica com status neurológico comprometido. Metodologia: Procedeu-se à construção dum guia orientador segundo as recomendações da Ordem dos Enfermeiros. Para a otimização e validação em coerência com uma prática baseada na evidência, a pertinência do guia orientador em contexto de Serviço de Urgência, Bloco operatório e Serviço de Medicina Intensiva foi avaliado num painel de Delphi construído para o efeito. Conclusão: Os resultados revelaram que o guia orientador de boas práticas, é muito pertinente e um referencial teórico, para os cuidados à pessoa em situação crítica com status neurológico comprometido. A sistematização da intervenção baseada na evidência científica, mostra-se com potencial para a qualidade dos cuidados e o melhor outcome neurológico da pessoa em situação neurocítica.
ATIVAÇÃO DA VIA VERDE CORONÁRIA NA REGIÃO AUTÓNOMA DA MADEIRA: ESTUDO DE COORTE
Authors: Camacho Silvia , Patrícia Fernandes Abreu Lara , do Vale Sandra , Pestana Cristina
Published: July 2023

Introdução: As doenças cardiovasculares afetam cerca de 60 milhões de cidadãos na União Europeia, correspondendo a cerca de 20% do número de mortes até aos 65 anos (Koo, M.2023). A Intervenção Coronária Percutânea Primaria (ICPp) é a forma de tratamento mais eficaz para a redução da mortalidade e complicações (Soleimani et al., 2020). Objetivo: caracterizar a população da RAM, submetida a ICPp, sob ativação da Via Verde Coronária (VVC), por um enfermeiro desde o pré-hospitalar até ao serviço de hemodinâmica. Metodologia: Estudo exploratório de coorte analítico retrospetivo, com os seguintes critérios de inclusão: adultos submetidos a ICPp, com ativação da VVC, desde janeiro de 2020 a dezembro de 2022. Resultados/discussão: A afluência ao SU nos últimos três anos aumentou paulatinamente, 81 168 entradas no ano de 2020, 100 636 em 2021 e 121 576 em 2022, sendo proporcional a ativação das VCC. Esta, é ativada, em média, 1,59% do número total de doentes; contudo não se traduz no aumento de doentes submetidos a ICPp. Identificou-se os turnos da manhã como sendo os de maior número de ativações, tendo como principal sintoma a dor torácica; do total de ativações, 73% foram homens, sendo estes mais jovens que a média de idade das mulheres em 7,5 anos.
Murdering our promising babies: The Pan-African historical theatre festival (Panafest) factor
Authors: Owusu Xornam Atta , Nyatuame Promise Nyatepeh
Published: July 2023

International cultural festivals have attracted researchers and tourists globally for their role in impacting understanding and appreciation of societies and cultures worldwide. Regardless of this recent emphasis, in Ghana, there is paucity of literature on one of the most historically celebrated international historical and cultural festivals of unique significance to the global Pan-African family, the Pan-African Historical Theatre Festival (PANAFEST). Yankah (2012) critiques the Ghanaian PANAFEST by examining the chequered history behind its evolution from a small-scale, culturally local vision to a grandiose event more appealing to tourists than to local citizens. So, deploying the interpretive paradigm and narrative design and with a SWOT analysis, we explored PANAFEST in perspective, seeking to critically examine its genesis, state of affairs for its prime periods, from 1990s to 2010, to expose challenges shackling its sustainability by the Citizens. The findings revealed that a lack of funding, mismanagement, negative perceptions and misgivings, poor planning and organisation, and partisan politics defeat the purpose for which PANAFEST was established. We opine that PANAFEST represents geopolitical, public memory, cultural space and theatrical event, and that it has come to stay and all governments, private individuals, tourists, African diasporans, Pan-Africanists, slave descendants and other corporate institutions should put their shoulders to the wheel in making it a monumental festival for generations yet unborn.
HERRAMIENTAS TECNOLÓGICAS EN LA ENSEÑANZA EN EL CENTRO REGIONAL UNIVERSITARIO DE BOCAS DEL TORO
Authors: Cáceres Dilka
Published: July 2023

El objetivo de este trabajo fue identificar cuáles fueron las herramientas digitales mayormente utilizadas por los profesores del Centro Regional Universitario de Bocas del Toro (CRUBO) durante la pandemia causada por el COVID-19. Esta investigación tiene un enfoque cuantitativo y alcance descriptivo, analizando la siguiente pregunta: ¿Cuáles fueron las herramientas tecnológicas mayormente utilizadas por los profesores del CRUBO en sus procesos de enseñanza aprendizaje durante la pandemia Covid-19? Se desarrolló un instrumento de investigación compuesto de una escala estimativa dividido en cuatro clases, el cual se aplicó a una muestra de 121 profesores de todas las áreas de conocimiento en el CRUBO, durante los meses de agosto a diciembre de 2022. Los resultados encontrados en las cuatro clases demostraron que los profesores consideran que la utilización de las herramientas digitales favorece el proceso de enseñanza, WhatsApp es la herramienta de comunicación principal; Moodle y Classroom se utilizan para el seguimiento docente; Google Meet presentó mayor demanda para videoconferencias y Classroomscreen y Quizizz resultaron las herramientas más colaborativas con los estudiantes. Además, las limitaciones más presentadas en la virtualidad fueron el problema de conexión a internet y falta de dispositivo por algunos estudiantes.
How a Simple Tort Claim is Transformed into an Exposition of the Implications of Artificial Intelligence on the American Legal System
Authors: Hunter Richard J. , Shannon John H.
Published: July 2023

This article discusses issues relating to artificial intelligence (AI) in the context of a lawsuit essentially alleging negligence. The case, however, quickly turned to a discussion relating to how the plaintiff’s attorneys, with the aid of ChatGPT, fabricated as series of precedents that would have permitted their case to go forward on the basis of the application of a statute of limitations found in the Montreal Convention. The article discusses AI as it applies to the Rules of Professional Conduct and Rule 11 of the Federal Rule of Civil Procedure relating to the duties and responsibilities of attorneys. All of the quotations and factual representations are taken from the Case Documentations.
Health Risk Management Practices in Flood-Prone Public Elementary Schools in Caraga Region, Philippines
Authors: Cubillas Ariel U.
Published: July 2023

This study aimed to profile the flood-prone public elementary schools in Caraga region and identify their health and safety risk management practices. It utilized a descriptive research design whereby interview and survey techniques were employed to gather the data. The flood-prone public elementary schools in the region near Agusan River were the target locales of the study. Aside from surveys, a non-probability sampling design was also utilized particularly purposive sampling in determining the participants of the interviews. The school principals as the SDDR chairpersons, SDDR coordinators, School-Based Feeding Program (SBFP) coordinators, Wash in Schools (WINs), and school health officers were the participants in each FPPES. Butuan City, Bayugan City, Cabadbaran City, Agusan del Norte, and Agusan del Sur school divisions were included as division participants of the study. The data were gathered using a checklist developed based on the Health and Safety Induction Checklist by Safety Culture Staff (2017). Frequency distribution was utilized in identifying the demographic profile of the participants and in determining the health risk management practices of schools. Based on the interviews, three challenges were identified by the informants, and they include diseases acquired during and after the flood, pest infestations during and after the flood and lack of comfort rooms with clean water supply. The spread of diseases such as respiratory, skin, mosquito-causing, and parasitic worm illnesses was among the health issues mentioned by the informants.
Doctor of Technical Sciences, Professor, Chief Researcher at ISP RAS, Professor at the Departments of System Programming of MSU, MIPT, and HSE
Authors: Kuznetsov Sergey Dmitrievich
Published: July 2023

The state of affairs in the area of missing information management in relational databases leaves much to be desired. The SQL standard uses the universal null value to represent missing data, and the control is based on three-valued logic, in which the null value is identified with a third boolean value. This solution is conceptually inconsistent and often results in DBMS behavior that is not intuitive. An alternative approach using typed special values leaves all handling of missing data to users. In this article, we analyze the long history of research and development that led to this situation. We come to the conclusion that no other solution could have appeared in the SQL standard due to the choice of the mechanism of the universal null value more than 50 years ago, and the alternative mechanism cannot provide system support for special values due to the use of two-valued logic. We propose a combined approach using typed special values based on three-valued logic. This approach allows you to use the semantics of data types when processing queries with conditions that include unknown data. In addition, our approach allows us to define a full-fledged three-valued logic in which a special value of a Boolean type is the third boolean value.
Design technique co-optimization approach to GAA FETs for inverter design at advanced technology node
Authors: Mohapatra Eleena , Jena Jhansirani , Jena Devika , Das Sanghamitra , Dash Taraprasanna
Published: July 2023

Gate-all-around Nanosheet field-effect transistor (GAA-NSFET) is a potential replacement for the state-of-art FinFET devices at advanced technology nodes. In this article, the impact of process-induced variability such as gate work function variation (WFV) on NSFETs using 3D TCAD numerical device simulation is studied. The WFV of NSFETs and NWFETs using multiple stack channels are also analyzed. The fluctuation in the threshold voltage (σVTH) and on-current (σION) of NSFETs is mainly affected by the WFV of the metal gate. It is investigated that single and 3-stacked NSFET shows superior immunity to WFV compared to NWFET. Furthermore, a layout-based NSFET inverter design using the DTCO technique is followed and the advantages of the stacked NSFET in terms of delay, power dissipation and switching energy are also reported.
Determination of unknown parameters of a piecewise linear risk function by the method of mixed estimation
Authors: Noskov Sergey I.
Published: July 2023

Subject of study: the problem of determining the parameters of a piecewise linear risk function.

The purpose of the study: apply the apparatus of linear-Boolean programming to solve this problem.

Methods and objects of research the object of the study is the formalization of a meaningful statement of the problem of minimizing the risk of undesirable consequences of the functioning of the analyzed system, the methods are regression analysis and the apparatus of mathematical programming.

The main results of the study an approach to determining estimates of the parameters of a piecewise linear risk function by using the mixed estimation method is described, which allows us to reduce this problem to a problem of linear Boolean programming. Numerical example solved.
About some approaches for converting test scores into grades
Authors: Korotkov Mikhail G. , Petrov Aleksey A.
Published: July 2023

Subject of research: Computer testing for evaluating the results of mastering an academic discipline in a higher educational institution.

Purpose of research: The problem of subjectivity in determining threshold values when translating test scores (from 0 to 100) into the usual five-point scale of marks.

Methods and objects of research: It is proposed to use methods of mathematical statistics for processing test results data in determining the threshold values of test scores.

Main results of research: The approaches currently used in practice are considered and evaluated. Variants of alternative approaches to solving the problem are proposed.
Quest as a gamified tool for developing students’ media competence in the post-truth era
Authors: Kurganova Ekaterina B. , Belenova Natalia N.
Published: July 2023

The current issue of the development of media literacy among modern students is considered. In the era of social networks and the intensification of “fake news”, teaching young people the rules of countering disinformation is the first step towards creating a safe information field. The subject of the research is a quest as a tool for the development of media competence. The purpose is to identify the potential of the quest as a tool for developing critical thinking. We consider the gamified format of media literacy development optimal for today’s students, representatives of generation Z, since it is the zoomers who appreciate the introduction of game elements into the learning process as a reference to their rich gaming experience. The stages of creating an educational quest are considered, the technology of its implementation based on the author’s case “Media-Compass” is described. The conclusion is made about the high potential of the quest as a dynamic, emotionally saturated tool for the development of media competence among the modern generation of students in the post-truth era.
Al-Usus Al-Ta’limiyah Li I’dadi Mawad Ta’lim Al-Lughah Al-’Arabiyah
Authors: Mukminin Amirul , Fu’adah Shofwatul , Hanun Aisyatul , Maskuri Maskuri , Hudatullah Ruwaida
Published: July 2023

Teaching Materials are an important component that must exist in learning, as well as in learning Arabic. Its existence is very helpful in achieving learning objectives. Therefore, the preparation and selection of teaching materials/materials is one of the important things that really must be prepared carefully. The process of compiling teaching materials must be based on principles, foundations or basis for compiling teaching materials, including the basics of education (al-usus al-tarbawiyah). This study discusses what are the principles and foundations of education that must be included in teaching materials, especially Arabic. The method used in this research is literature review. Researchers collect information data through documents, both written documents, and electronic documents about educational principles in the preparation of teaching materials. The educational principles in the preparation of teaching materials are divided into several areas, including the principles of organizing teaching materials, the principles of clarity of educational materials and their legibility, the principles of conformity of teaching materials and the possibility of teaching them. These educational principles are then discussed in detail and systematically as the basis for compiling quality Arabic language teaching materials.
Evaluation of the cost of residential buildings with environ-mentally friendly concepts
Authors: Yuni Ni Kadek Sri Ebtha , Sudiasa I Wayan , Sudiarta I Komang , Suhardiyani Putu Eny , Widyarsana I Putu , Sutapa I Ketut
Published: July 2023

The initial stages of construction implementation begin with planning, implementation, and operation. From each stage of the project must be with a green or environmentally friendly concept. Eco-friendly planning in residential buildings starts from the use of building materials, energy-efficient design concepts, and economical development costs. In addition, the construction of houses must also pay attention to health, such as ventilation, garbage disposal, and the provision of green environments for plants. The costs analyzed in this study refer to environmentally friendly concepts that can be applied to the construction of residential houses. Residential buildings in urban areas generally have narrow land, so that the 1st floor building built is with an area of 36 m2, 45 m2, or 60 m2. The object of research in this case is building housing built by developers in general. As for the results of field observations, that environmentally friendly concepts that can be used are land arrangement, energy saving, healthy homes, and the use of environmentally friendly materials. Design modifications from existing conditions are the addition of loster, glassblock, the use of red brick, mild steel, and modification of water taps.
The role of cholecalciferol deficiency in the development of latent autoimmune diabetes in adults
Authors: Tsaryk I.O. , Pashkovska N.V.
Published: July 2023

Background. Recently, a lot of information has appeared on the role of cholecalciferol deficiency in the development of the mechanisms of classical types of diabetes mellitus (DM) and its complications. However, there are currently almost no data regarding latent autoimmune diabetes in adults (LADA). The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of vitamin D deficiency on the compensation of carbohydrate metabolism in LADA. Materials and methods. The study included 56 patients with DM: 34 with LADA and 22 with classical type 1 DM (DM1), as well as 20 practically healthy individuals of the control group. According to the main phenotypes, patients with LADA were divided into 2 groups: LADA1 and LADA2. Cholecalciferol status was determined by the immunochemiluminescence method. Results. The fasting blood glucose level in LADA and DM1 group was significantly higher than in the controls, by 63.9 and 91.1 % (p < 0.001), respectively, and was also 16.6 % higher when comparing DM1/LADA groups (p < 0.05). The level of HbA1c in 66.1 % of patients of the experimental groups was more than 7 %, which indicates insufficient compensation of the disease. The content of vitamin D was significantly lower in the experimental groups compared to the controls; when comparing LADA/DM1 — by 43.7 % lower in case of classical DM1 (p < 0.05). Compensation of carbohydrate metabolism is worse in patients with LADA1 than in LADA2, and the lowest level of vitamin D was recorded in LADA1. According to the linear regression analysis of correlations in patients with LADA, negative correlations of medium strength were recorded between the level of cholecalciferol and fasting blood glucose (r = 0.487; p < 0.05), HbA1c (r = –0.593; p < 0.05); positive — between cholecalciferol and C-peptide (r = 0.412; p < 0.05). Conclusions. In patients with autoimmune diabetes, there is an insufficient supply of cholecalciferol. Low cholecalciferol content is observed in both groups of patients with LADA regardless of the disease phenotype and is associated with worse compensation of DM.
Pozycja krajów najsłabiej rozwiniętych w światowym handlu rolnym w latach 2000-2011
Authors: Białowąs Tomasz
Published: July 2023

Przedmiotem artykułu jest analiza pozycji krajów najsłabiej rozwiniętych w światowym handlu żywnością i surowcami rolnymi od roku 2000. Zasadniczą tendencją w rozwoju handlu międzynarodowego w okresie po II wojnie światowej był spadek udziału produktów rolnych oraz krajów najsłabiej rozwiniętych gospodarczo. Jednak ciągle dla wielu gospodarek o najniższym poziomie rozwoju handel rolny stanowi podstawę zysków z wymiany i jest szansą na podniesienie standardów życia.
Meer sollst du sein, und Wald werden. Über eine neue Ästhetik der Einswerdung
Authors: Zorn Johanna
Published: July 2023

Mit dem Begriff der Atmosphäre wird gemeinhin eine dyadische Wechselwirkung des Umgebenseins beschrieben, die durch Stimmung erzeugt wird. In dieser ökologischen Dimension widersetzt sich das ästhetische Konzept der Atmosphäre nicht nur seiner ontologischen Bestimmung, sondern steht paradigmatisch für ein egalitäres Denken in Relationen und Verstrickungen, wie es neumaterialistische und posthumanistische Ansätze entwerfen. Für das zeitgenössische Theater nun scheint eine Ästhetik des ‚Attunements‘ vor allem deshalb attraktiv zu sein, da sie intensives Erleben gegen ein klares Erkennen ausspielt. Ausgehend von Pınar Karabuluts Inszenierung La Mer Sombre (Münchner Kammerspiele, 2022) entwickelt der Beitrag eine kritische Perspektive auf die inklusive Atmosphäre eines umfassenden Erfahrens, die die Theoriefigur des ‚Entanglements‘ in Ästhetik übersetzt. An SIGNAs Die Ruhe (Schauspielhaus Hamburg, 2021/22) invertiert das Versprechen auf ein vollständiges ästhetisches Eintauchen schließlich in eine regelrechte Pathologie der Atmosphäre, mit der die quasi-mystische Praxis des Einswerdens als exzessive Mimesis thematisch wird.
TURİSTİK ÜRÜN, KONAKLAMA TİPİ MEMNUNİYETİ VE TEKRAR ZİYARET NİYETİ ARASINDAKİ İLİŞKİ: DOĞU ANTALYA BÖLGESİ ÖRNEĞİ
Authors: KAVACIK Mustafa , KURAR İhsan
Published: July 2023

Bu araştırmada turistik ürün, konaklama tipi memnuniyeti ve tekrar ziyaret niyeti arasındaki ilişkinin ortaya çıkarılması amaçlanmaktadır. Ayrıca turistlerin demografik özellikleri çerçevesinde turistik ürün, konaklama tipi memnuniyeti ve tekrar ziyaret niyeti faktörleri arasında farklılık içerip içermediği irdelenmiştir. Bu doğrultuda, Antalya’nın doğusunda yer alan turizm bölgelerinde anket çalışması ile veriler elde edilmiştir. İlgili alan yazın taranarak anket uyarlaması yapılmıştır. Veriler, kolayda örnekleme yöntemiyle iki çalışma grubundan farklı zamanlarda elde edilmiştir. Birinci gruptan sağlanan veriler ile AFA, ikinci gruptan sağlanan veriler ile DFA yapılmış ve YEM analizi gerçekleştirilmiştir. Netice itibariyle DFA modelinin ve faktörlerden önermelere giden yolların iyi bir uyum indeksine sahip olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Faktörler arasında anlamlı ve pozitif bir ilişki olduğu sonucuna ulaşılmıştır. Ortak alanlar ile fiziksel alanlar, hizmetler ile personel davranışı, hizmetler ile fiziksel alanlar, personel ile fiziksel alanlar arasında yüksek düzeyde bir ilişki; ortak alanlar ile hizmetler ve HD Sistemi ile Otel TZN arasında orta düzey bir ilişki olduğu saptanmıştır.