bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Inclusion of the Environmental Dimension of Sustainability in Studying Informal Settlements Using the INDI System
Authors: Lamdjad I. , Khalfallah B.
Published: June 2022

The phenomenon of informal settlements is considered one of the most common global issues that have negative effects on several life aspects. All Algerian cities face this problem, including the city of Bousaada and the neighborhood of Sidi Slimane, which is considered one of the largest informal settlements in the city. Although the neighborhood has benefited from the Vulnerable Housing Absorption Program funded by the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development, the latter did not achieve the set goals. Therefore, it has become necessary to think about the use of modern and effective criteria for assessing the environmental dimension of sustainability, such as the INDI system of impact indicators built into EcoQuartierGrid2011 in order to contribute to the development of these neighborhoods, to ensure a better quality of life for the residents, and achieve sustainable development in light of the environmental dimension. On this basis, the present study aims to use the INDI system to integrate the environmental dimension of sustainability in informal settlements and to investigate the environmental shortcomings that the neighborhood Sidi Slimane suffers from in order to suggest possible solutions to develop it and improve the quality of life for the residents. In pursuance of this aim, the approach of the current research is descriptive-analytical in order to design an approach that deals with the criteria of the INDI System in environmental studies. The research concludes that both INDI and EcoquatierGrid 2011 will help improve the quality of life of the population for millions of individuals and residents in Algeria and in developing countries that suffer from the problem of informal housing. A guideline based on INDI and EcoquatierGrid 2011 indicators is recommended and incorporated into environmental studies as a reference. The novelty of the current research lies in finding practical and technical solutions to the problem of squatter housing through the use of the INDI indicator system and its integration with EcoQuartierGrid2011 based on 40 topics and 318 indicators covering the economic, social, and environmental dimensions.
Influence of Membrane Type on Some Electrical Properties of a Single Microbial Fuel Cell
Authors: Bouzidi H. , Otmani L. , Doufnoune R. , Zerroual L. , Benachour D.
Published: June 2022

The effects of different parameters on the electric output of air-cathode microbial fuel cells were investigated in this work. The single microbial fuel cell was equipped by modifying Proton Exchange Membranes (PEM). Two membrane types were prepared: first by using the combination of Poly Vinyl Alcohol (PVA) with Polystyrene Sulfonate (PSSNa), while the second membrane was elaborated by mixing Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC) with Methyl Tri-Octyl Ammonium (MTOA) chloride. The PEMs were incorporated into the air-cathode to form a Membrane Electrode Assembly (MEA) to promote electricity generation. PVA/PSSNa and PVC-MTOA membranes were synthesized by solution casting method. Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), Ultraviolet (UV) Visible spectroscopy, Scanning Electronique Microscope (SEM), Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), and water Contact Angle (CA) were used as characterization techniques to explore the membrane structure and properties. The performance and the electric capacity of the microbial fuel cell in real time were operated using an external resistance of 5kΩ. Impedance and resistance capacity were determined using the polarization method. It was found that the internal resistance of the PVA/PSSNa and PVC-MTOA membranes were 50 and 350Ω respectively. The voltage values at open circuit of the cells using PVA/PSSNa and PVC-MTOA membranes were 600mV and 150mV respectively. The values of power, current, and power density, are quite interesting. Cells with PVA/PSSNa and PVC-MTOA membranes gave values of 18.24 and 9.64mW.cm-2 respectively.
The Iconic Language in Reading and Interpretation of the Cognitive Map
Authors: Omari A. , Bousnina M.
Published: June 2022

The graphic representation of the "vision" of the land planner in identifying rural communities entails several cognitive mechanisms. This first step of establishing a basic degree of environmental awareness is critical. The assignment requires the capacity to embody a complex visual world and convey it graphically in a simple and illustrated manner. This article examines an intervention in a rural agglomeration's space. It is a set of ordered functions endowed with meaning. The article aims to scientifically explain the process of creating a participatory habitat and investigate the experience of the occupants by developing a scientific language with graphomotor capabilities around the concepts of vision, space, and representations. The method used is the collection and interpretation of twelve cognitive maps created by the designer and residents of Douar Lemzara, Setif, Algeria. The concepts and models of cognitive mapping point to the conclusion that the cognitive map is an effective method for reading the environment's actual information. Cognitive map analysis enables a better understanding of the most prominent physical characteristics of urban areas. Based on the analysis of respondents' cognitive maps, it is recommended to prioritize the treatment of Algeria's urban environment and engage residents in land use and planning. This opportunity to investigate and approach cognitive representations of space represents a novel mode of investigation and enrichment of the toolkits of various stakeholders in space, as well as an opportunity to improve inhabitants' experience.
Performance Analysis of a Hybrid Microgrid with Energy Management
Authors: Khlifi M. A. , Alkassem A. , Draou A.
Published: June 2022

In a hybrid microgrid system, various renewable energy resources may be integrated and modeled on-site, in such a way as to provide an optimal, consistent, and sustainable energy production at a cost-effective rate throughout the year. In this paper, a microgrid prototype consisting of a wind turbine and a photovoltaic (PV) panel is modeled and thoroughly investigated through various changes in inputs. The long-term goal of this work in IUM is to develop a concise and complete microgrid system model that can be used to simulate and fully understand its behavior and operation. The proposed model including power sources, power electronic converters, and load has been modeled in MATLAB/Simulink.
JAYA Algorithm-Optimized Load Frequency Control of a Four-Area Interconnected Power System Tuning Using PID Controller
Authors: Pahadasingh S. , Jena C. , Panigrahi C. K. , Ganthia B. P.
Published: June 2022

This study examined the design of a Load Frequency Control (LFC) component in a four-area interconnected power system. LFC maintains the frequency of a power system within a prescribed limit. Various controllers for the LFC of a power system have been proposed. The PID controller is a classical approach to LFC. A PID controller that uses a filter in the derivative part amplifies and smooths out the high-frequency noise. The selection of the appropriate optimization method to tune controller gains plays a vital role for LFC. In this work, the PID controller was optimized using the Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) and the JAYA optimization methods and was simulated in Matlab-Simulink. After studying and comparing the results, it was concluded that the PID controller using the JAYA algorithm provided better LFC in terms of system settling time, overshoot, undershoot, and performance index compared to other optimization methods.
Household Waste Management Challenges
Authors: Naghel M. , Farhi A. , Redjem A.
Published: June 2022

Household waste and uncontrolled urbanization management are considered major problems in African countries. In the Hodna region, the phenomenon seems to be more important in urban centers because of the huge amount of household waste generated by domestic and commercial activities. In most Algerian cities, solid waste is piled up in huge quantities in dumps and is dumped indiscriminately in waterways and public spaces. Uncontrolled urbanization, industrial development, and the evolution of lifestyle lead to increased production of waste, whereas the waste management techniques used in urban areas should be reconsidered. From this perspective, this paper studies and analyses in a spatio-temporal approach, the practices of household waste management in the city of M’sila in order to evaluate the state of such management and identify the key elements of integrated planning of waste management.
Flash Flood Risk Assessment for Girne Region, Northern Cyprus
Authors: Kassem Y. , Gökçekuş H. , Alijl N.
Published: June 2022

Girne region is in the northern part of Northern Cyprus which is environmentally fragile and susceptible to natural disasters. Flash floods are a major problem in the region due to the heavy and torrential rainfalls in its urban environment. Therefore, this study aims to assess the flash flood risk for the Girne region, using the Geographic Information System (GIS). A mitigation flood risk plan is proposed and applied to the case study of the Girne region. The flood risk matrix is proposed based on the occurrence probability of the flood and the associated inundation depth. The risk matrix criterion was classified according to the degree of risks as high, moderate, and low. Five thematic maps affecting flood occurrences, including slope, elevation, land use, peak discharge, and flow accumulation, were classified to generate flood hazard maps. The results of the estimation of the magnitude of the inundation areas that can assess the degree of damage and its economic aspects are presented graphically. The developed flood risk matrix tool is a quantitative tool to assess damage and is essential for decision-makers.
An Improved Denoising Algorithm for Removing Noise in Color Images
Authors: Rani S. , Chabrra Y. , Malik K.
Published: June 2022

Noise has a significant impact on image quality in a variety of applications, including machine vision and object recognition. Denoising is crucial for successful image processing since noisy pictures lead to erroneous findings and segmentation and enhancement mistakes. Existing methods were primarily developed for grayscale image denoising and are unable to detect all damaged pixels in an image effectively. This paper proposes a sequential ROAD-TGM-HT method to suppress impulsive noise in color image denoising. The noisy pixel location is detected using the consecutive method in the first step, and the distorted value of the damaged pixel is reconstructed in the second stage, followed by the Hough transform for the remaining undetected pixels. Peak Signal-to-Noise Ratio (PSNR) and Structural Similarity Index (SSIM) were used to analyze the qualitative and quantitative performance. ROAD-TGM-HT excels on color images with noise levels ranging from 0.10 to 0.70, as per PSNR and SSIM qualitative data.
Stepwise molecular-genetic examination in aborted fetuses
Authors:   Center for Medical Genetics and Reproductive Medicine, Gennet, Prague, Czech Republic, Trková Marie , Prokopcová Lenka , Bakardjieva-Mihaylova Violeta , Němec Michael , Borgulová Irena , Vilímová Zuzana , Dohnalová Lucie , Bečvářová Věra , Bittóová Martina , Horáček Jiří , Stejskal David , Koudová Monika
Published: June 2022

Objective: The evaluation of quantitative fluorescence PCR (QF-PCR) and single nucleotide polymorphism array (SNP array) analysis for the identification of chromosomal abnormalities in products of conception (POC). Materials and methods: A total of 1,094 POC samples were processed at Gennet in the years 2018–2020. Chromosomal aneuploidies were tested by QF-PCR using a Omnibor set (STR markers 13, 18, 21, X a Y), SAB-I set (STR markers 2, 7, 15, 16, 22), SAB-II set (from November 2019, STR markers 4, 6, 14) followed by SNP array analysis (Illumina) on samples with a negative QF-PCR result. All POC samples were tested for maternal contamination. Results: After exclusion of maternal contamination (32% samples) the total number of 742 POC samples were tested by QF-PCR. Chromosomal aneuploidies were found in 273 POC samples (36.8%). Then, 469 QF-PCR negative POC samples were tested by SNP array analysis. Normal female/ male profi le was confirmed in 402 samples (85.7%) and chromosomal aneuploidies and chromosomal aberrations (deletion/ duplication > 10 Mb) in 51 samples (10.9%). Microdeletion/ microduplication was found in 16 POC samples (3.4%), two were classified as pathogenic variants and 14 as variants of unknown significance. In a group of women > 35 years of age, statistically significant increase of the chromosomal abnormalities was confirmed. No statistically significant difference between the in vitro fertilization group and the group of spontaneous conception was found. Conclusion: The application of the molecular work-up based on the stepwise use of QF-PCR and SNP array clarifies the cause of the abortion in 43% POC samples. The overall detection rate in the I. trimester was 50.4%. Key words: aborted fetus – QF-PCR – SNP-array – chromosomal aberration – aneuploidy
SARS-CoV-2 placentitis – report of two cases and review of the literature
Authors:   Šikl Institute of Pathology, Charles University Medical Faculty and University Hospital Plzeň, Czech Republic, Daumová Magdaléna , Hadravská Šárka , Straková Peteříková Andrea , Vaněček Tomáš , Matas Martin , Korečko Vladimír
Published: June 2022

Covid-19 disease caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome 2 coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) continues to be a global public health problem. Since the pandemic outbreak in early 2020, a number of cases have been reported in pregnant women whose infection has led to severe complications including preterm birth, miscarriage, intrauterine growth restriction or intrauterine fetal demise. The results of the current studies suggest that the transplacental transmission of infection from mother to fetus is a rare event and that the complications listed above are more likely due to damage of placental tissue. In this article, we describe two cases of SARS-CoV-2 placentitis with special consideration to the morphology and differential dia gnosis of this newly defined entity. Key words: placenta – covid-19 – SARS-CoV-2 – placentitis – histiocytic intervillositis
Hymenal atresia – a rare congenital anomaly with the risk of late diagnosis
Authors:   Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, 2nd Medical Faculty, Charles University and University Hospital Motol, Prague, Czech Republic, Chubanovová Nikoleta , Chmel Roman , Kelčík Roland , Nováková Jana , Nováčková Marta
Published: June 2022

Objective: Comprehensive analysis of causes, clinical signs, diagnostic process, differential diagnosis and therapy of hymenal atresia. Methods: Literature search using the Web of Science, Google Scholar and PubMed databases with keywords and analysis of articles published in high impact and reviewed journals. Results: Hymenal atresia is a congenital malformation of a woman's genitals, which is manifested by complete obstruction of the vaginal introitus by a closed hymen. It should be diagnosed in the neonatal period, but clinically it usually manifests itself only during puberty as a result of menstrual blood retention (cryptomenorrhea) with the cyclic abdominal pain at monthly intervals. The therapy is based on optimally timed surgical creation of communication in the hymen (hymenotomy, hymenectomy) enabling free evacuation of menstrual contents. The aim of this simple treatment method is immediate subjective relief from pain and a permanent solution to this congenital anomaly. Conclusion: Knowledge of all types of congenital malformations of the female genitalia is a basic condition for an early and effective diagnostic process in adolescent girls with abdominal pain. The girl who has not yet menstruated and has cyclic lower abdominal pain and a tumor behind the pubic symphysis should be examined by a specialist in pediatric and adolescent gynecology who will confirm hymenal atresia according to a bluish and closed hymen, and suggest prompt and effective therapy. Key words: hymenal atresia – hematocolpos – hymen – hymenectomy – hymenotomy
Motives of patients crossing borders to pursue assisted reproduction – why the Czech Republic is a frequent choice for egg donation treatment
Authors:   Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, University of South Bohemia in České Budějovice, Czech Republic, Dostálová Anna , Güell Francisco
Published: June 2022

Cross-border reproductive care is undoubtedly a current phenomenon. The number of people interested in receiving reproductive care abroad is increasing every year. This new context needs a political solution that would respond to the definition of standard care within the circumstances of providing healthcare to the citizens of another country. Patients that undergo reproductive treatment abroad very often face complications such as language problems, insufficient information, separation from family members, cultural differences and customs, potential unrealistic expectations, and also restrictions by law. This work is descriptive in nature and aims to illustrate the variables that come into play when choosing the Czech Republic over other destinations as a country to receive infertility treatment. We analyze the phenomenon by selecting documents used as sources of data. In our research, we focused on infertility treatment and justified the reasons why foreign citizens choose the Czech Republic over other destinations for infertility treatment. The variables that lead to the selection of cross-border infertility treatment in the Czech Republic include no waiting time, anonymous donations, international departments in various languages, and affordable prices compared to other destinations. Key words: infertility – medical tourism – in vitro techniques – fertility clinics – ovum donors
The role and current status of heme iron preparations in people with iron depletion
Authors:   Department of Pharmacology, 3rd Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic, Slíva Jiří
Published: June 2022

Iron deficiency is a common but underestimated condition in the population. Its correlate is far from only sideropenic anemia, but is due to the variety of involvement of this element in a number of bio chemical reactions; several other possible clinical manifestations can be expected. Appropriately selected oral supplementation is often necessary. Here, we should carefully consider the possible ratio of expected benefits and potential risks of side effects, or interaction with dietary components or concomitant medications. The available preparations are not equivalent; they diff er not only in atomically different amounts of iron but also, above all, in the form that determines the way in which the iron will be absorbed. This ultimately defines the rate of adjustment for depletion and the tolerability of a particular product. Key words: iron – depletion – supplementation – heme – anemia – adverse effects – tolerance
NARRATİVE RESEARCH: THE PROCESS OF CREATİNG A VİDEO CLİP MY COMPOSİTİON MEHMET ÂKİF ERSOY’A İTHAFEN WİTH REMOTE PARTİCİPANTS
Authors: URHAN Ömer Zeki
Published: June 2022

In this study, the story of the emergence and recording process of my composition that I dedicated to the precious memory of Mehmet Âkif Ersoy is explained. The research has the feature of "personal narrative" within the scope of autobiography, which is one of the "narrative research" types of qualitative research method (Büyüköztürk et al. 2018: 285). Notes were taken during the preparation process of the video clip, which was published on the 100th anniversary of the approval of the National Anthem, and the information obtained through these notes is stated in the "stages and control" table in the findings section of the study. The video clip, contributed by 14 students and 6 artists from 12 provinces, was completed in 5 stages in 20 days and published on March 12, 2021.
Mehmet Akif Ersoy’un Çanakkale Şehitleri Şiiri: İngiliz Savaş Şairlerine Kıyasla Birinci Dünya Savaşı’na Türklerin Bakışı
Authors: AYDIN ÖZTÜRK Özlem
Published: June 2022

This paper is concerned with the Turkish view of the First World War as reflected through Mehmet Akif Ersoy’s ‘Çanakkale Şehitleri’ (To the Martyrs of Dardanelles) in comparison to the English war poets and argues that the Turkish attitude to the First World War is very different from that of the English war poets in terms of patriotism and sacrifice for one’s country. The most important feature of the English war poets who wrote during the First World War is that all of them, except Rupert Brooke, who died of malaria, participated in the war personally and reflected their personal war experiences and perspectives in their poems. The Ottoman Empire, which participated in the First World War as an ally of Germany, fought with the British in Çanakkale. There are many poems written by professional poets about the Dardanelles wars, in which the Turks won a decisive victory, but there is no known soldier-poet in Turkish poetry who participated in this war. Considering the poems written on the battles of Çanakkale, the first ones that come to mind are ""To the Martyrs of Dardanelles”, and Mehmet Akif Ersoy. The epic poem "To the Martyrs of Dardanelles", written by Mehmet Akif for the heroic martyrs who sacrificed themselves for the salvation of their country, is the poem that best reflects the Turks' perspective on this war. This article focuses on the difference between the Turkish side's view of the war, which is reflected in Mehmet Akif Ersoy's poem "To the Martyrs of Dardanelles”, from the British war poets in terms of patriotism and self-sacrifice ideas for the homeland. The perspective reflected by the English war poets was initially treated as a romantic ideal adorned with the propaganda of democracy, freedom and protection of Western civilization. However, after it was understood that the war had nothing to do with national security for England, it was just an environment of hell where millions of young politicians died in vain for the power struggle, it gave way to protest and disappointment. For the Turks, since this war meant the occupation of their lands in case of defeat, they defended their lands at the cost of their lives and did not allow Gallipoli passed by.
“Women” in the Context of Social Problems in Mehmet Akif Ersoy’s Safahat
Authors: DEMİR SARI Safa
Published: June 2022

İstiklâl şairimiz Mehmet Âkif Ersoy Osmanlı Devleti’nin dağılma sürecinde yaşamış, eserleri ve Anadolu’nun çeşitli şehirlerindeki vaazları ile Milli Mücadele’ ye destek vermiş, kişiliği ve sanatını benimsediği değerler ile bütünleştirmiş büyük bir mütefekkirdir. Yedi ayrı şiir kitabının toplandığı Safahat adlı eserinde döneminin tarihi ve dini konuları ile birlikte, toplumsal sorunları da farklı yönleriyle işlemiştir.

Bu makalede şairin Safahat adlı eserinde, toplumsal sorunlar bağlamında kadın konusu ele alınmıştır. Şair, şiirlerinde savaş ortamında yoksulluk çeken, çocuklarını ve eşlerini şehit veren, çocuklarının hastalıkları ile mücadele eden kadınlar ile birlikte, eşleri tarafından şiddet gören, eşlerinin kötü alışkanlıkları sebebiyle aile içi geçimsizlik yaşayan kadınların yaşadıklarını da duyarlı bir biçimde aktarmıştır. Aile ortamında kadınların yaşadığı sorunların sebebinin cahillik olduğunu, erkeklerdeki içki ve kumar gibi kötü alışkanlıkların aile kurumuna ve dolayısıyla topluma zarar verdiğini dile getirmiştir. Evlenme ve boşanma konusundaki dini emirlerin yanlış yorumlandığı, evlilik kurumunun ve anneliğin kutsal olduğu, sağlıklı bir toplumun sağlıklı bir aile hayatı ile mümkün olduğu düşüncesini savunarak sadece kendi dönemine değil, günümüzdeki benzer sorunlara da ışık tutmuştur.
Cross-Section Measurement of In-coherent Scattering from Annular 241Am Gamma Ray Source
Authors: Richa Agrawal
Published: June 2022

Compton scattering of gamma- rays has been carried out with the aluminum target at a fixed angle of 650± 2.50. 241Am gamma ray source, having 59.57 KeV energy and a long half-life of 432.2 years has been used to carry out the scattering. The strength of the source is 1000 mCi and it has an annular geometry. Scintillation detector NaI (Tl) of type 708 having a crystal size 1 3^"/4 × 2^" connected to a Multichannel Analyzer (MCA) has been used for this study. MCA was calibrated using 133Ba, and 137Cs sources through ACCUSPEC software. The data accumulated was used to estimate the energy of the backscattered peak of the said sources and compared with their respective theoretical value. Spectrums were accumulated directly from 241Am and the shift in the photo-peak of 241Am with the aluminum scatterer. Data was used to calculate the scattering cross-section and compared with its theoretical value using Kline and Nishina’s equation. A good agreement is found in theoretical and experimental values.
Conversion of Bagasse Fibre into Non-Woven Disposable Medical Textiles
Authors: M. Malini Devi  , V. S. Karpagavalli
Published: June 2022

In present era materials which extracted from renewable sources, eco-friendly, biodegradable etc. are preferred by everyone to save earth from future problems. Bagasse is one of the most eco-friendly resources suitable for various applications, Bagasse is the fibrous residue which remains after sugarcane stalks are crushed to extract their juice. It is mainly used as a burning raw material in the sugar mill furnaces. Also, the sugarcane mill management encounters problems regarding regulations of clean air from the Environmental Protection Agency, due to the quality of the smoke released in the atmosphere The low caloric power of bagasse makes this a low efficiency process baggase fiber is extracted from sugar cane rind in two different steps: mechanical separation and chemical extraction. .When appropriate modifications and manufacturing procedures are applied; bagasse displays improved mechanical properties such as tensile strength, flexural strength, flexural modulus, hardness, and impact strength. A composite material is made by combining two or more materials to give a unique combination of properties, one of which is made up of stiff, long fibers and the other, a binder or 'matrix' which holds the fibers in place. Further nonwoven fabric & composite sheets are manufactured from extracted fibers alone or blending it with cotton and viscose. After blending This review discusses the use of bagasse fibre and its current status of research. Many references to the latest work on properties, processing and application have been cited in this review. It also satisfies the greening requirements by being biodegradable, recyclable and reusable.
A Study to Assess the Knowledge Regarding “Prevention of Puerperal Sepsis” in Early Puerperium among Postnatal Mothers Admitted in the Maternity Unit of NMCH, Jamuhar, Rohtas
Authors: Chandan Kumar  , Vikarant Kumar  , Neha Kumari
Published: June 2022

Introduction: According to survey conducted by World Health Organization (WHO) in 1998 only a small proportion of women in developing countries i.e. less than 30% receive adequate postpartum care and in very poor countries and regions only 5% of women receive such care where as in developed countries 90% of mothers receive postpartum care. World health organization reported about 358000 maternal deaths occurring during labour and childbirth and 15% were related with puerperal sepsis in 2019.
Background: Postpartum period or puerperium is the period following childbirth and of great importance for both mother and baby as it is an aspect of maternity care which receives less attention compared to pregnancy and delivery. Also, the others are less aware of their health while taking care of newborn baby and also many alarming complications can arise due to lack of knowledge in preventive measures. So it is necessary to assess the knowledge of postnatal mothers regarding the prevention of puerperal sepsis, in a selected hospital. It was conducted at selected hospital in NMCH jamuhar, Rohtas among 60 postnatal mothers selected by using convenient sampling technique and who met the inclusion criteria.
Objectives: To assess the level of knowledge of postnatal mothers regarding prevention of puerperal sepsis in early puerperium. To find out the association between the knowledge of postnatal mothers regarding prevention of puerperal sepsis in early puerperium with selected demographic variables. The population of sample consists of postnatal mothers in NMCH, jamuhar, Rohtas.
Methodology: A non-experimental descriptive approach is using for this study as it is considered as suitable one to assess the knowledge regarding prevention of puerperal sepsis among postnatal mothers. The research design for present study is descriptive Design.
Results: In order to collect the scientific data we used self structured questionnaire index. According to the Majority of sample (8.33%) postnatal mothers were having poor knowledge change, (88.33%) postnatal mothers were having average knowledge change and (3.33%) postnatal mothers were having good knowledge change. With the help of self structure questionnaire knowledge has been assess that majority of the participant average knowledge about puerperal sepsis.
Conclusion: the study concluded that assess the level of knowledge of postnatal mothers regarding prevention of puerperal sepsis in early puerprium. The level of knowledge significantly different between postnatal mothers.
Psychological Factors Predicting Functional Ability and Participation After Hip Fracture
Authors: Segev-Jacubovski Orit , Magen Hagit , Maeir Adina
Published: June 2022

Importance: Positive psychological factors have been related to better outcomes among adults with various health conditions.

Objective: To predict functional ability and participation in older adults who had experienced a hip fracture on the basis of data at admission to acute (inpatient) rehabilitation. We measured physical factors, as well as positive and negative psychological factors, at three time points.

Design: Prospective and cross-sectional cohort study. Data collection occurred during admission, at discharge, and 6 mo after rehabilitation.

Setting: Inpatient geriatric rehabilitation center and follow-up at home.

Participants: Seventy-one older adults (M age = 78.58 yr, SD = 6.09) who had sustained a hip fracture because of a fall and who attended acute rehabilitation; 55 completed follow-up assessments 6 mo after discharge from rehabilitation.

Measures: Participants completed the Adult Hope Scale, Life Orientation Test, Positive Affect Questionnaire, Geriatric Depression Scale (at admission only), hand-grip strength measures, Numeric Pain Rating Scale, and FIM® Motor domain (mFIM) before and after acute rehabilitation and after 6 mo. The Activity Card Sort (ACS) was administered only at follow-up. Outcome measures were the mFIM and ACS.

Results: At 6-mo follow-up, functional ability was correlated more with optimism than with age, gender, or hand-grip strength measured at admission. Participation was predicted by age, the hope–agency component, and pain in walking at admission; however, the hope–agency component was only marginally significant. At discharge, functional ability was strongly predicted by age, hand-grip strength, and mFIM scores at admission.

Conclusions and Relevance: Optimism and hope played a role in explaining rehabilitation outcomes at 6-mo follow-up. Occupational therapy evaluation should address positive psychological factors, and intervention should aim to strengthen these factors as powerful aids in older adults' recovery from hip fractures.

What This Article Adds: This study reflects the philosophy of occupational therapy, which places great emphasis on the connection between clients' mind–body–spirit and their participation in daily life occupations.
Perceiving Therapeutic Communication: Client–Therapist Discrepancies
Authors: Fan Chia-Wei , Hazlett Jillian N. , Taylor Renée R.
Published: June 2022

Importance: Few studies have examined differences in clients’ and therapists’ perspectives on therapeutic communication; this article contributes to the knowledge base.

Objective: To examine clients’ and therapists’ real-time perceptions of therapeutic communication.

Design: Observational, quantitative, cross-sectional study.

Setting: Inpatient and outpatient units of a large urban teaching hospital.

Participants: Clients (n = 110) and rehabilitation therapists (n = 38; occupational, physical, and speech).

Outcomes and Measures: Demographic characteristics, Clinical Assessment of Modes (CAM).

Results: Clients perceived that therapists communicated by instructing more, and therapists reported empathizing more.

Conclusions and Relevance: The findings suggest that clients and therapists may perceive therapeutic communication differently.

What This Article Adds: This article supports therapists’ use of the CAM to examine multiple perspectives on their communication mode use, as described in the Intentional Relationship Model.
„Der LEH ist beim Checkout gefordert“
Authors: Giuri Maurizio
Published: June 2022

Der Handel muss mit einer neuen Vielfalt an Kassenlösungen umgehen. Ulrich Spaan vom EHI freut sich bei der Eurocis-Messe über „Technologie zum Anfassen“ und den persönlichen Austausch in Düsseldorf.
Bringman bremst
Authors: Stockburger Manfred
Published: June 2022

Nach einer gescheiterten Finanzierungsrunde orientiert sich der Lieferdienst Bringman neu. Märkte der Edeka-Schwergewichte Kohler, Hieber und Scheck tauchten im Verzeichnis der Partnermärkte nicht mehr auf. Edeka Südwest hält weiter 10 Prozent der Anteile.
Douglas erholt sich sukzessive
Authors: Müller Annette
Published: June 2022

Douglas arbeitet sich aus der Corona-Flaute und legt stationär im 1. Halbjahr um fast 50 Prozent zu. Der Online-Anteil sinkt damit, liegt aber über dem der Pandemie-Zeit.
Spar baut Vorsprung vor Billa aus
Authors: Hofmann Janine
Published: June 2022

Billa muss in Österreich auf die Wachablösung warten: Obwohl die Rewe-Tochter das Tempo erhöhen wollte, vergrößert Branchenprimus Spar noch seinen Abstand zum Rivalen. Insgesamt steht der Markt unter Druck.
Die Zuckerindustrie erholt sich
Authors: Varnholt Hendrik
Published: June 2022

Das Geschäft mit Zucker lohnt sich wieder: Der Preis für die Rohware ist auf den höchsten Wert seit rund sechs Jahren gestiegen. Ein weiterer Konjunktureinbruch aber könnte einen Rückschlag auslösen.
Achtung Aufnahme
Authors: Krost Heidrun
Published: June 2022

Likes, Reichweite und ein kräftiger Push für die Marke. So einfach wie es klingt, ist es mit Influencern nicht. Volumenmarktführer Cosnova geht den nächsten Schritt, produziert Videoclips künftig selbst und bildet Markenbotschafter aus. Heidrun Krost
Eurocis lockt live und mit digitalen Services
Authors: Giuri Maurizio
Published: June 2022

Die verschobene Eurocis-Messe findet nun nächste Woche statt. Für drei Tage strömt das Who is Who der internationalen Retail-Tech-Szene nach Düsseldorf. In diesem Jahr dreht sich alles um die Verschmelzung von On- und Offline, automatisierte Stores und passende Analyse-Tools für den Handel.
Kassenlose Geschäfte faszinieren Händler
Authors: Rode Jörg
Published: June 2022

Just-Walk-Out-Lösungen zeigen die Leistungsfähigkeit der heutigen IT. Nach Amazon haben auch Rewe, Netto, Aldi und Schwarz-Gruppe solche kassenlosen Filialen ohne jedes Scanning eröffnet.
Aldi Nord und Süd geben weniger aus
Authors: Rück Daniela
Published: June 2022

Die Werbekurve zeigt im April wieder leicht nach oben. Werbestärkster Händler bleibt Lidl, auch Procter und Ferrero steckten zuletzt wesentlich mehr in die Above-the-Line-Medien.
Rinder sind ein Naturschatz
Authors: Hillemeyer Judit
Published: June 2022

Weiderinder versorgen Menschen mit hochwertigem Fleisch. Die Tiere pflegen zudem eine Kulturlandschaft und verursachen weniger Emissionen. In Nordrhein-Westfalen soll die Fleischvermarktung der Weidetierhaltung auf Naturschutzflächen unter der Marke „Naturschatz Rind“ professionalisiert werden.
Schweinemast mit Stroh
Authors: Hillemeyer Judit
Published: June 2022

Der Hof Albersmeier arbeitet in Wirtschaftskreisläufen und integriert dabei Umweltschutz. Seit 2019 hält der Landwirtschaftsbetrieb Strohwohl-Schweine mit Auslauf. Dafür wurde umgebaut.
Ohne Gas kein süßes Gebäck
Authors: Hillemeyer Judit
Published: June 2022

Corona, Krieg, Inflation, Kostenexplosion – das Aachener Traditionsunternehmen Lambertz sieht sich mit einer ganzen Palette von Hindernissen konfrontiert. Mit Ballung der Schwierigkeiten sieht sich das Süßwarenunternehmen schwer belastet.
Rewe baut Preiseinstieg aus
Authors: Mende Jan , Tewes Werner , Stockburger Manfred
Published: June 2022

Rewe stemmt sich mit „ja“ gegen den Verlust von Kunden und Umsätzen: Mit einer Stärkung des Preiseinstiegs wollen sich die Kölner als echte Alternative zum Discount positionieren. Der Ausbau des Sortiments geht zumindest teilweise auf Kosten der Mittelpreis-Marke „Rewe Beste Wahl“.
Tegut stärkt den Preiseinstieg bei Bio
Authors: Müller Annette
Published: June 2022

Der Bio-Boom bekommt einen Dämpfer: Der LEH und vor allem der Fachhandel verlieren im Zuge der steigenden Inflation Öko-Umsatz. Tegut baut deshalb den Preiseinstieg strategisch aus.
Eismann sucht Geschäftsfelder entlang der „letzten Meile“
Authors: Sachsenröder Delphine
Published: June 2022

Der Tiefkühl-Lieferdienst Eismann will neue Geschäftsfelder über seinen direkten Zugang zu den Haushalten erschließen. Das Unternehmen hat zu diesem Zweck schon die Tochtergesellschaft New Business Last Mile gegründet.
„Wenn nicht jetzt, wann dann?“
Authors: Hebben Miriam
Published: June 2022

Philipp Stradtmann ist Geschäftsführer beim Ingredients-Zulieferer Bösch Boden Spies – und Mit-Herausgeber der Studie.
Saatgut ist rar
Authors: Schaal René
Published: June 2022

Magdeburg. Weil Kapazitäten bei Produktion und Transport fehlen, müssen sich Landwirte in dieser Saison auf ein eingeschränktes Saatgutangebot vorbereiten. Sorgen bereiten den VO-Firmen auch die zunehmenden Auflagen.
Review on aerodynamic sizes and concentration of particulate matter emitted from various cooking styles in different households
Authors: Mosonik Bornes C.
Published: June 2022

This review seeks to find whether there is a correlation between the concentration of particulate matter and the cooking method. The study used various cooking techniques as employed in different households. Therefore, it has been noted that PM generated from roasting, grilling, and frying of food shows a high concentration of particulates. Multipath Particle Deposition (MPPD Ver. 3.04) model has been found to offer an alternative, affordable and fast method of understanding the deposition characteristics of particulate matter in the human respiratory tract. Generally, the profiling of particulate matter sizes and their concentrations have shown a strong relationship between the cooking method and particulate matter concentrations. This review, therefore, recommends methods such as boiling and steaming for cooking as opposed to deep-frying, stir-frying, grilling and roasting, which are commonly adopted by fast food hotels/ restaurants worldwide. Also, the use of a well-ventilated kitchen and fast particulate clearing hoods is much encouraged to avoid overexposure to this PM.
A perceptional study to investigate subject failure as an academic reason for delayed qualification in Masters Degree in Technology : Homoeopathy at Durban Institute of Technology
Authors:   , Courage Michelle
Published: June 2022

Technikon Natal introduced the first formal South African Homoeopathic education programme in 1989. Since its addition to the higher education degree choices offered by Technikon Natal, the course has produced some 10 years worth of homoeopathic graduates. In 2003, Technikon Natal merged with ML Sultan to become the Durban Institute of Technology, “A University of Technology”. The Homoeopathic qualification has also evolved from a Master’s Diploma to a Master’s Degree with much emphasis being placed on not only the academic aspect of education but also Master’s level research, and the course itself has been revised and re- curriculated numerous times (Ross, 2005). It has been recognised that subject failure within Homoeopathic education delays qualification of students. The implications of this phenomenon may be far reaching and investigations of the factors that may contribute to it are important in order to determine ways and means of controlling this phenomenon (DeMong, Lindgren and Perry, 1994). The study was limited to investigating the perceptions of subject failure by those individuals who had experienced subject failure but still proceeded to graduate from the course. This was done in an attempt to restrict the study to factors which were within the scope of the institution to change (i.e. eliminate life events etc. which are generally uncontrollable).
The perception of homoeopathy amongst grade 12 learners in Durban, South Africa
Authors:   , Small Deirdre
Published: June 2022

A perception amongst homoeopaths in South Africa that there is a great deal of ignorance and misunderstanding about homoeopathy required empirical evidence to ascertain its validity. A questionnaire was compiled and administered to a sample group of final level secondary education students at selected schools within the Durban metropolitan area of KwaZulu Natal. One school was selected from each of the twelve districts comprising the two regions within the greater Durban area in order to provide a cross section of the demography of the area. Each school was visited and the questionnaire was introduced to learners, who completed and returned it immediately. A short presentation on homoeopathy as a therapy and a career ensued. This method of administering the survey ensured a high return of completed questionnaires. The responses confirmed the initial perception that there is a large degree of ignorance within the population regarding homoeopathy. The great majority of respondents (76.0%) had never heard of homoeopathy, and only 3.7% had ever been treated homoeopathically. However, it is encouraging that more than 80% of those who had no experience of homoeopathy wished to learn more about it. As would be expected from this lack of knowledge of the subject, a large percentage of respondents were unable to provide an opinion on statements aimed at assessing their perceptions of homoeopathy. This trend is also evident with regard to statements on the safety and efficacy of homoeopathic remedies, where 57.7% and 64.4% respectively could not venture an opinion.
A retrospective survey of post-graduate career paths of Technikon Witwatersrand (TWR) homoeopathic graduates from 1998 to 2004
Authors:   , Sweidan Melanie Jill
Published: June 2022

This study aimed to assess the perceptions and career choices made by Technikon Witwatersrand Homoeopathy graduates from 1998 to 2004. It is noted that Technikon Witwatersrand (TWR) is now known as University of Johannesburg; however as the name change did not occur at the time of this study, this study refers to this institution as TWR throughout. The study was designed to investigate their demographic composition as well as aspects concerning career choices, the status of their practices and the reality of Homoeopathy being a viable and satisfactory career choice.
An evaluation of the homoeopathic drug proving of Naja Mossambica in the light of a doctrine of signatures analysis and a comparison between the proving symptons and the venom toxicology
Authors:   , Taylor Liesel
Published: June 2022

This study was conducted by administering Naja mossambica 30CH (a homoeopathic remedy derived from the venom of the Mozambican spitting cobra) to healthy individuals in order to elicit and document the resulting mental and physical symptomology. These symptoms were compared to the toxicology of Naja mossambica venom as well as a doctrine of signatures analysis of the snake in order to expand and clarify the remedy picture. Existing knowledge of the venom toxicology gives a clear indication of the organs and body systems that the substance has an affinity for. Many poisonous substances used homoeopathically rely heavily on inferences made from the toxicology of the substance, as much of the gross pathology in the symptom picture cannot safely be elucidated in a proving. The aim of this study was to determine the sphere of action of Naja mossambica by utilising symptoms obtained from the proving and from the toxicology of the venom. This was done in order to determine the remedy's usefulness in a homoeopathic clinical setting by expanding our understanding of the substance and thereby facilitating the treatment of disease based on the law of similars.
The efficacy of nasosinus (hepar sulphuris calcareum D3, nux vomica D3 and pulsatilla pratensis D3) in the treatment of acute sinusitis
Authors:   , Main Shelley
Published: June 2022

The purpose of this double blind placebo-controlled study was to determine the efficacy of Natura Homoeopathic Laboratory’s Nasosinus (Hepar sulphuris calcareum D3, Nux vomica D3 and Pulsatilla pratensis D3) in the treatment of acute sinusitis, in terms of patients’ perception of response to treatment.
FISIOTERAPIA DESPORTIVA NA TERCEIRA IDADE: PILATES
Authors: Silva Valdineia Lourenço , Cabral Rodrigo Sebastião Cruvinel , Cabral Fernando Duarte , Ferreira Tairo Vieira , Donda Ana Carolina , Silva Renato Canevari Dutra da , Silva Tainara Gomes da , Veneziano Leonardo Squinello Nogueira
Published: June 2022

O envelhecimento é um processo degenerativo que traz alterações e desgastes aos sistemas funcionais. No entanto, é possível envelhecer de forma saudável com a prática da atividade física e uma alimentação adequada. Nesse contexto, o presente estudo tem por objetivo apresentar o Método Pilates como uma ferramenta eficaz para a prática de atividade física de idosos. Para isso, foi realizada uma pesquisa em bases de dados virtuais relacionadas à saúde: Biblioteca Virtual de Saúde (Bireme), Literatura Latino-Americana e do Caribe em Ciências da Saúde (LILACS), National Library of Medicine (MEDLINE) e Scientific Electronic Library Online (SciELO). Foram utilizados os seguintes descritores: pilates, qualidade de vida, terceira idade, idoso, fisioterapia desportiva. Além disso, foram incluídos artigos do tipo ensaio clínico, publicados entre os anos de 2012 e 2021, no idioma inglês e também em português. Foi possível concluir, através desta revisão da literatura, que o Método Pilates pode favorecer a forma física, mental, assim como a capacidade funcional da população idosa, minimizando dores e desconfortos e prevenindo desgastes.
TRABALHO INTERMITENTE E A PRECARIZAÇÃO DAS RELAÇÕES DE EMPREGO
Authors: Oliveira João Victor Maciel de , Duarte Icaro de Souza
Published: June 2022

O presente artigo primou pela análise dos efeitos da modalidade de trabalho intermitente na vida do trabalhador e nas relações de emprego em geral, considerando os aspectos positivos de flexibilidade e possibilidade de complementação de renda, contrapostos à precarização das relações de emprego, na medida em que as garantias trabalhistas inseridas no contrato de trabalho intermitente não se materializam do mesmo modo como ocorre em um contrato empregatício regular. Nesse sentido, a pesquisa tem como alvo apresentar as características do contrato de trabalho intermitente, compará-las com modalidades semelhantes previstas em legislações estrangeiras, e indicar as vantagens e desvantagens associadas ao contrato de serviço prestado em caráter intermitente. Os resultados obtidos a partir da revisão bibliográfica de legislação, jurisprudência e literatura científica apontam para a necessidade de aprimoramento da legislação voltada à regulamentação do trabalho intermitente, uma vez que há uma tendência de preferência pela contratação dessa modalidade em detrimento dos vínculos empregatícios com jornada e remuneração integral, hipótese que representa uma ameaça à estabilidade do trabalhador, bem como à integridade de suas garantias.