bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
ОБОСНОВАНИЕ ПОКАЗАТЕЛЕЙ АНТРОПОГЕННОЙ НАГРУЗКИ И ПРЕОБРАЗОВАННОСТИ ЛАНДШАФТОВ ЗАПОРОЖСКОЙ ОБЛАСТИ
Authors: Чебанова Ю.В.
Published: November 2024

The article presents the results of calculations and analysis of the anthropogenic transformation and the landscapes load of Zaporizhizhia Region. Calculation of the coefficient of the anthropogenic transformation allowed classifying the landscape areas in a highly transformed with an average coefficient in the administrative area 6.6. Within the landscape areas, the degree of the anthropogenic load varies from 0.132 to 0.429 units that is one of the highest in Ukraine.
ԵՐԿՐԱՖԻԶԻԿԱԿԱՆ ՄԵԹՈԴՆԵՐԻ ՀԱՄԱԼԻՐ ՏՎՅԱԼՆԵՐՈՎ ԹԹՈՒՋՈՒՐ–ՃԱՄԲԱՐԱԿ ՊՂՆՁԻ ԵՐԵՎԱԿՄԱՆ ՏԵՂԱՄԱՍՈՒՄ ՀԱՆՔԱՅՆԱՑՄԱՄԲ ՊԱՅՄԱՆԱՎՈՐՎԱԾ ԹՈՒՅԼ ԱՆՈՄԱԼԻԱՆԵՐԻ ԲԱՑԱՀԱՅՏՈՒՄԸ
Authors: Մարկոսյան Գ․Վ․ , Սիմոնյան Ս․Ն․
Published: November 2024

The paper presents a comprehensive analysis of weak anomalies identified by various geophysical methods: using statistical methods and identifying their relationships with mineralization. The data, obtained from the studies of the T'Tjujur–Chambarak copper ore deposit on the methods of magnetic prospecting, natural electric field and vertical electrical sounding, are considered in the form of a group of random variables that obey the laws of normal and lognormal rules. On the results of statistical analysis, those areas of the survey are considered as anomalies, where points are regularly accumulated, for which the detected values are most impossible for a given distribution. At the same site, the presence of weak anomalies identified by various methods makes it possible to speak with confidence about the existence of ore bodies that cause these anomalies.
ՍՈՂԱՆՔԱՅԻՆ ԵՐԵՎՈՒՅԹՆԵՐԻ ՈՒՍՈՒՄՆԱՍԻՐՄԱՆ ԵՐԿՐԱՖԻԶԻԿԱԿԱՆ ՄԵԹՈԴՆԵՐԻ ԱՐԴՅՈՒՆԱՎԵՏ ՀԱՄԱԼԻՐԻ ԸՆՏՐՈՒԹՅՈՒՆԸ
Authors: Գրիգորյան Մ․Ա․ , Մարկոսյան Գ․Վ․ , Մանուկյան Ե․Ս․
Published: November 2024

The article deals with the selection of geophysical methods associated with advancing the effectiveness of landslide processes, both with the description of spatial boundaries and mapping, and with the purpose of monitoring the dynamics of slip in time and forecasting.
ԱՐԱՐԱՏՅԱՆ ԴԱՇՏԻ ՍՏՈՐԵՐԿՐՅԱ ՃՆՇՈՒՄԱՅԻՆ ՋՐԵՐԻ ՈՐԱԿԱԿԱՆ ԵՎ ՔԱՆԱԿԱԿԱՆ ՓՈՓՈԽՈՒԹՅՈՒՆՆԵՐԻ ԳՆԱՀԱՏՈՒՄԸ
Authors: Հակոբյան Ա․Ա․
Published: November 2024

Based on the results of the research, the processes of groundwater resources pollution and depletion were revealed in the Ararat Valley. To avoid the mentioned processes, it is necessary not only to prohibit digging new boreholes in the Ararat Artesian Basin, but also urgently define the limits of the current groundwater abstraction. At present the digging of new boreholes are prohibited in the Ararat Valley. In addition, currently such activities as well ceasing, conservation and regulation of the operational wells by valves take place in the Ararat Valley. In order to achieve the positive result, mentioned activities should be performed in continuous manner.
ВЫДЕЛЕНИЕ ТЕКТОНИЧЕСКИ АКТИВНЫХ БЛОКОВ И ОЦЕНКА СЕЙСМОТЕКТОНИЧЕСКОГО ПОТЕНЦИАЛА РАЗЛОМОВ ТЕРРИТОРИИ АРМЕНИИ ПО КОМПЛЕКСУ ТЕКТОНО- ГЕОМОРФОЛОГИЧЕСКИХ И СЕЙСМОЛОГИЧЕСКИХ ДАННЫХ
Authors: Саргсян Р.С. , Казарян К.С.
Published: November 2024

In the article tectonic-geomorphological analyses were done with the aim of tectonic activity observation of blocks of the territory of Armenia. By analyses the most active and passive block units were highlighted. The relations between blocks tectonic activity and seismicity were observed, in the result of which general regularities of confinement of seismic events (with different strength) to certain interblock tectonic situations were revealed. On the bases of block tectonic activity differences the qualitative assessment of seismotectonic potential of fault different segments was done.
5-й Международный форум «Селевые потоки: катастрофы, риски, прогноз, защита»
Authors: Бойнагрян В.Р.
Published: November 2024

A report on the work of the 5th International Conference "Mudflows: Disasters, Risks, Forecast, Protection" is presented.
ОСОБЕННОСТИ ФОРМИРОВАНИЯ, ДИНАМИКИ, РАЗГРУЗКИ И ВОДООТБОРА ПОДЗЕМНЫХ ВОД НА ВЫСОКИХ ОТМЕТКАХ
Authors: Варданян В.П.
Published: November 2024

To solve the problems of catchment of groundwater at high elevations, it is practically important to know the course of the perennial change in various average monthly discharge of the springs. In general, changes in the discharge of springs of the investigated territory (especially volcanic areas) are subject to the law of vertical zonality. The proposed task allows to identify perspective areas for targeted field research. Among the field research method we recommend geophysical ones, which have been successfully used in the search for groundwater at high elevations in a number of volcanic areas.
ГЕОМОРФОЛОГИЧЕСКИЙ АНАЛИЗ БАССЕЙНА Р. МАРМАРИК. ЭКЗОГЕННЫЕ ПРОЦЕССЫ
Authors: Бойнагрян В.Р.
Published: November 2024

The conditions and causes of formation of exogenic processes that are wide spread in the basin of the Marmarik River are considered. The composition of weathering rocks, their filtration ability, considerable daily fluctuation in air temperature, high partition of mountain slopes, their gradient and shape, large altitudes of the relief and existence of vertical differentiation, nature of plant cover and erosion stability of soils, as well as a breach of nature by humans provoking the formation of dangerous exogenic processes are discussed.
ՀՀ ԳՅՈՒՂԱԿԱՆ ՏԱՐԱԾՔՆԵՐԻ ԲՆՈՐՈՇ ԳԾԵՐԸ ԵՎ ԶԱՐԳԱՑՄԱՆ ՀՐԱՏԱՊ ՀԻՄՆԱԽՆԴԻՐՆԵՐԸ
Authors: Պոտոսյան Ա․Հ․
Published: November 2024

Due to the diversity of natural complex and focal nature urbanization, rural areas of RA stand out with characteristic lines and have an essential role in the development of regions. In the article, based on the generalization of factual data the features of RA rural areas are presented, and actual problems of rural settlements as elements of rural areas are revealed.
ГЕОЛОГО-ГЕОМОРФОЛОГИЧЕСКИЕ ОСОБЕННОСТИ БАССЕЙНА РЕКИ МАРМАРИК
Authors: Бойнагрян В.Р.
Published: November 2024

Definite regularities have been revealed in the intensity of the dismemberment of the right-bank and left-bank slopes of the Marmarik River Valley by tributaries and ravines, in the ratio of the length and width of the basis of tributaries of the 2nd and 3rd order. The Marmarik River is one of the sixth order. The left tributaries have the most high orders. This ring of partition is explained by with the geological structure of the right-bank and left-bank slopes, the nature of their vegetation cover, as well as the steepness.
"ԶՈՆԴՈՒՄ ԴԱՇՏԻ ԿԱՅՈՒՆԱՑՄԱՆ" ՄԵԹՈԴԻ ԿԻՐԱՌՈՒՄԸ ՍՏՈՐԵՐԿՐՅԱ ՋՐԵՐԻ ՏԵՂԱԴՐՄԱՆ ԽՈՐՈՒԹՅՈՒՆԸ ՈՐՈՇԵԼՈՒ ՆՊԱՏԱԿՈՎ
Authors: Վարդանյան Վ․Պ․ , Գրիգորյան Մ․Ա․
Published: November 2024

Groundwater flows forming in the south-western slopes of the Geghama Ridge are mostly transported and unloaded in the well-known groundwater basin of Katnaghbyur in Kotayk Marz of the Republic of Armenia. The article presents the results of electrical exploration studies. The depths of groundwater were determined by "Field Sustainability Sounding" method. The "PODBOR-4" computer program was used for interpretation of aforecited FSS field data.
ОСНОВНЫЕ КРИТЕРИИ И МЕТОДИКА ОБНАРУЖЕНИЯ ПОДЗЕМНЫХ ВОД С ПОМОЩЬЮ ЭЛЕКТРОРАЗВЕДКИ
Authors: Варданян В.П.
Published: November 2024

Under the regularities of formation of groundwater, we understand the steady spatial, temporal and genetic relationships of groundwater with the geological and hydrogeological conditions and natural-territorial complexes of the region. As water-control criteria, increased fracturing, it's mainstream, lithological, geomorphological, geobotanical and other features should be noted. The presence of the above criteria allows you to identify promising areas for targeted field research. The presence of the above mentioned criteria allows to identify promising areas for targeted field research. Among these methods, one of the main ones we recommend is geophysical, which are successfully used in the search for groundwater in a number of volcanic areas.
СХЕМА МОРФОСТРУКТУРНОГО РАЙОНИРОВАНИЯ ТЕРРИТОРИИ РА
Authors: Саргсян Р.С. , Бойнагрян В.Р.
Published: November 2024

In the article the morphostructural zoning scheme of the territory of RA is suggested based on quantitative analysis of relief of topographic maps of territory. In the result morphostructural blocks and lineaments of observed territory were highlighted. Juxtaposition of gained results with geological and tectonic data was performed.
ՀՀ ՏՆՏԵՍԱԿԱՆ ԶԱՐԳԱՑՄԱՆ ՀՆԱՐԱՎՈՐՈՒԹՅՈՒՆՆԵՐՆ ԵԱՏՄ ՇՐՋԱՆԱԿՆԵՐՈՒՄ
Authors: Ղամբարյան Գ․Գ․
Published: November 2024

Based on the need to create a favorable economic conditions and increase competitiveness of country in the conditions of market relations, Armenia joined various regional integrational associations. After joining the EAEU there were many geopolitical changes in Armenia. Today, the consequences of these changes are mainly assessed based on the analysis of statistical data of foreign trade and foreign investment. Meanwhile, due attention is not paid to assessing the created situation, analyzing the opportunities that have arisen and using competitive advantages. The article describes the influence of geopolitical changes on the economic development and investment opportunities of the Republic of Armenia.
ՍԵՐՎԻՍԸ ՈՐՊԵՍ ՀԱՍԱՐԱԿԱԿԱՆ ԿՅԱՆՔԻ ՏԱՐԱԾՔԱՅԻՆ ԿԱԶՄԱԿԵՐՊՄԱՆ ԳՈՐԾՈՆ
Authors: Ավագյան Ա․Ռ․
Published: November 2024

The scientific mechanism of the service, developed on the idea of noosphere, creates conditions through its differentiated approaches for the following: reconstruction and greater sustainability oecumene's social life space structures, creation of social life's sustainable space systems through "service hubs" in wildlife. For the purpose of addressing these issues, it is necessary to use scientifically grounded mechanisms for creation and improvement of the forms of social life through Services sector activity.
ГИДРОГЕОЛОГИЧЕСКИЕ УСЛОВИЯ ВЕРХНЕГО ТЕЧЕНИЯ РЕКИ ВЕДИ И ОЦЕНКА ЕСТЕСТВЕННЫХ РЕСУРСОВ ВОДОСБОРНОГО БАССЕЙНА ДЖЕРМАНИССКИХ РОДНИКОВ
Authors: Агинян Арташес О. , Саргсян Ованес А. , Мкртчян Тируи Г.
Published: November 2024

The work is devoted to assessment of components of groundwater runoff on the example of the Jermanis springs located in the upper streams of the Vedi River. The strictly changeable nature of the flow of springs is envisaged by the close proximity of recharge and discharge zones. The cartographic materials used in work were analyzed in the same geographic coordinate system, as well as a comparison of chemical analyzes of groundwater with archival data has been conducted. An assessment of the geoecological conditions and evaluation of natural resources of groundwater has been accomplished. It is recommended to apply the described method to assess groundwater run-off in river basins with similar natural and climatic conditions, for example, for the river basins of the Azat, Argichi, Vorotan, etc.
ОСОБЕННОСТИ СЕЙСМИЧЕСКОГО РИСКА ЗОНЫ РАЗРУШИТЕЛЬНОГО ЗЕМЛЕТРЯСЕНИЯ С 7,5>M>7,0
Authors: Мирзоян Люба Б. , Назаретян Сергей Н.
Published: November 2024

The features of changes in the seismic risk of a zone of a strong earthquake, associated with both its destructive consequences and the processes of recovery of the earthquake zone, are considered. This problem has not been studied enough despite its importance for risk assessment and mitigation. To achieve the main goal, the problem is considered on the basis of the change in the risk of the 1988 Spitak Earthquake zone. It is proposed to divide the earthquake zone into subzones, taking into account the scale of destruction of buildings, which makes it possible to more reliably establish general and local peculiarities of risk changes. It is concluded that for various reasons, the risk of the territory of the cities in the subzone of strong destruction is significantly reduced, and vice versa, it will increase in the subzones of medium and weak destruction.
SUBJECTIVE ASSESSMENT OF AESTHETIC FEATURES OF THE LANDSCAPES OF SYUNIK REGION
Authors: Yeghiazaryan Armenuhi A. , Muradyan Vahagn S. , Grigoryan Arsen T.
Published: November 2024

The aesthetic assessment of the landscape is one of the important problems of aesthetics. The analysis of the work accomplished in different periods shows that there are two directions of the methodology of aesthetic assessment of landscapes in science: physical-geographic, which is based on the "objective" approach of aesthetic assessment of landscapes, and socio-geographic, in which the "subjective" approach is dominant. Combining subjective and objective approaches an attempt was made to estimate the aesthetics of the landscape of Syunik Region. In case of a subjective approach, the researcher relies on the subjective opinion of people on the impressions received from a particular landscape of the aesthetic attractiveness. The was carried out with a social survey through questionnaires prepared by M.Yu. Frolova. In order to obtain the most reliable results, the principles of selecting pictures and survey participants have been developed. Most of the pictures were taken during our tours. The survey involved 80 people, where more than 40 pictures were presented. The respondents highly appreciated those landscapes, where there is a combination of different components of the given landscape. Autumn landscapes of forested areas were rated higher than spring ones. The results of the subjective correspond to the results of the objective made by us for the landscapes of Syunik Region by 83%. Comparing the average results of the subjective with the results of the objective, we have obtained a map of the aesthetic attractiveness of the Syunik Region. The most attractive and attractive areas occupy 9.5% and 22.4% of the Syunik Region territory, respectively, unattractive areas occupy 0.2%. Obtaining a reliable result, it is recommended to use the methods of objective and subjective estimations together.
ՀԱՅԱՍՏԱՆԻ ՏԱՐԱԲՆԱԿԵՑՄԱՆ ՓՈԽԱԿԵՐՊՄԱՆ ՄԻՏՈՒՄՆԵՐԸ ՀԵՏԽՈՐՀՐԴԱՅԻՆ ՏԱՐԻՆԵՐԻՆ
Authors: Ղամբարյան Գոհար Գ․
Published: November 2024

During the Soviet years a well-established unified settlement network had been formed in the Republic of Armenia (RA), with a multilevel settlement system and equalization trends. However, the landmark events that occurred in the last years of the Soviet period, as well as the geopolitical and socio-economic conditions shaped after gaining independence have initiated a powerful wave of emigration, a demographic crisis and, as a result, depopulation of the country. Under the conditions of the new realities, the settlement pattern of the RA has undergone significant transformations. The article is dedicated to the study of its specifics, trends, problems, as well as territorial differences. The research revealed that the problems of depopulation, migration and the demographic crisis have different manifestations and transformations in different types of settlements and territorial zones of Armenia.Vulnerable territories of the RA (mountainous and high-altitude areas, territories with unfavorable natural-geographical and socio-economic conditions, with problems related to border security and life support, territories outside the zones of influence of the settlement system) react more acutely to negative and undesirable processes, resulting even to total depopulation. At the same time, a number of settlement areas in Armenia with competitive comparative advantages are becoming to hubs of population growth and economic development, rather than depopulation centers. As a result of the ongoing processes, there is a sharp polarization of the settlement patterns in the RA. It has become an existential problem and requires comprehensive solutions in regional policy.
РОЛЬ НАУЧНО ОБОСНОВАННОГО ПРОГНОЗИРОВАНИЯ В УЗНАВАЕМОСТИ ТУРИСТИЧЕСКОЙ ДЕСТИНАЦИИ
Authors: Варданян Рена Р. , Суварян Сейран Р. , Оганисян Ашхен Г.
Published: November 2024

Prediction of the tourist demand can be carried out through the usage of regression model. There have been surveys conducted among tourists (non-ethnic Armenians) who have visited Armenia over the past 3 years. It was necessary to find out whether the gender and age composition of potential tourists influences the choice of a particular media channel, as well as to identify those media channels that, having a certain potential, can influence the picture of the tourism market of Armenia. Based on the compiled model, it is possible to come to conclusions: the indicators of the regression model make it possible to navigate quite clearly by age groups.
НЕОБХОДИМОСТЬ АТЛАСНО-КАРТОГРАФИЧЕСКОГО ОБОСНОВАНИЯ ДЛЯ ОРГАНИЗАЦИИ ТУРИЗМА И РЕКРЕАЦИИ, ЕГО ПРАГМАТИЧЕСКОЕ ЗНАЧЕНИЕ И ПРИНЦИПЫ СОСТАВЛЕНИЯ
Authors: Карапетян Геворг М. , Варданян Рена Р.
Published: November 2024

The paper considers the role of atlas cartographic justification of tourism and recreation organization in the context of rational use of natural resources of regional territorial units. Cartographic justification of the use of these resources is currently relevant especially in mountainous and densely populated geosystems, where, along with natural factors, anthropogenic factors are most actively manifested in various parts of these territorial units. Based on the atlas cartographic database, it will be possible to document the availability of conditions for potential prerequisites for recreational and tourist resources, both in large and smaller territorial units. When forming the structure of the atlas content, it is necessary to classify its data according to their importance in this region, according to the possibilities and nature of their use. It is also necessary to take into account the possible environmental problems of the regions and draw up specific maps and schemes of environmental action projects.
СЕЙСМИЧЕСКИЙ РИСК ИНФРАСТРУКТУРЫ ТЕРРИТОРИИ АРМЕНИИ
Authors: Назаретян Сергей Н. , Арутюнян Рубен А. , Мирзоян Люба Б.
Published: November 2024

The main goal of this article is to develop methodological approaches and assess the seismic risk of the infrastructure of the territory of Armenia. The risk is assessed taking into account: seismic hazard, structural features of the infrastructure lines (high-voltage power supply lines, high-pressure gas supply pipelines, main water pipelines, railways and highways, telecommunication cables) and the impact factors of the strong earthquake. These influencing factors are conditionally divided by genesis into two groups: direct and secondary (indirect). Direct factors are formed as a result of only ground vibrations of a certain strength (in the territory of Armenia with an intensity of 9–10 points on the EMS-98 scale), regardless of local geological and geomorphological conditions. Secondary factors are activated or formed as a result of seismic vibrations (not necessarily strong) of the ground, but in territories where dangerous seismic-gravitational geological phenomena are developed (landslides, collapses, rockfalls, etc.) and where there are certain favorable conditions for the movement of rocks masses along the slope. In the second case, an earthquake can serve as a "trigger" for their activation or formation. These factors include faults and ruptures, landslides, collapses, rockfalls, liquefaction etc. When assessing the vulnerability of the infrastructure line, particular attention is paid to regional faults, surface ruptures, landslides and collapses, which are widespread in the territory of Armenia and significantly damage both surface and underground infrastructure lines. When assessing the seismic vulnerability of an infrastructure line, the leading place is given to statistical data on damage to main lines depending on the intensity of the 1988 Spitak earthquake. As a result of the research, new elements of methodological approaches were developed and, on their basis, the first seismic risk map of the infrastructure of the territory of Armenia was compiled.
HERITAGE AND CULTURE-BASED EXPERIENTIAL TOURISM IN THE REPUBLIC OF ARMENIA։ NEEDS, PROBLEMS AND DEVELOPMENT PERSPECTIVES
Authors: Aleksanyan Gor P. , Suvaryan Seyran R.
Published: November 2024

Heritage and Culture-based Experiential Tourism (HCBET) development in the RA is discussed in this article, as well as its background, current situation, sectoral and territorial structure, and factors contributing to its development. This article identifies the major needs of this tourism and possible directions for development based on expert surveys and case studies of similar tourism companies. The article answers the following questions: what are the drivers of heritage and culture-based experiential tourism in the RA, and are there any specific needs that make this approach viable for sustainable tourism development in the RA? Culture tourism in Armenia can be traced back to the 1960s when Armenians living abroad visited their homeland to re-experience, enjoy, and interpret it. The visits consisted mainly of cognitive excursions to tangible historical and cultural monuments. Upon independence, the same image was preserved in the RA, but in recent decades, the country has started using its intangible cultural heritage for touristic purposes, laying the foundation for the development of HCBET. Based on the research, the following conclusions can be drawn: a) as a result of the investment programs of international organizations, HCBET is already developing in the RA; b) HCBET has developed mainly in the regions, especially in rural communities in the RA; c) a major component of HCBET is based on Armenian cuisine, arts, and crafts; d) HCBET does not yet have a widespread perception or interpretation in the RA; e) The RA has almost no public-private-educational/ scientific cooperation in HCBET; f) Several problems hinder the development of HCBET, including service quality problems in enterprises, low qualification of human resources, imperfect legal regulations (within the framework of standardization-licensing), low or no cooperation between enterprises, and the lack of inclusion of these tourism offers in tour packages offered by tour operators; g) There is a lack of educational programs on HCBET in the universities of the RA; h) people involved in HCBET need specialized training; i) Marketing strategies for HCBET companies need to be improved.
A FIRST APPROACH TO MAP THE SPATIOTEMPORAL FEATURES OF SPREAD FOR TWO INVASIVE FISH SPECIES IN ARMENIA
Authors: Hambardzumyan Knarik S. , Asatryan Vardan L. , Pipoyan Samvel Kh.
Published: November 2024

Fish farming in Armenia leads to the introduction of alien fish species such as Prussian carp (Carassius gibelio) and Stone moroko (Pseudorasbora parva). Given their rapid spread throughout Armenia, it became necessary to investigate their spatio-temporal distribution patterns to develop some monitoring tools and conservation strategies for the stocks of native species. Thus, we created a comprehensive database through literature reviews, structured interviews with scientists, and open-source data. Our analysis revealed an increasing frequency of records as ichthyological studies intensified. These invasive species are now encountered in nearly all regions of Armenia, with altitude being the only limiting factor, probably due to water temperature.
МЕТОДИКА ОПРЕДЕЛЕНИЯ МАКСИМАЛЬНЫХ УРОВНЕЙ ОЗЕР ПРИ ОТСУТСТВИИ ДАННЫХ НАБЛЮДЕНИЙ
Authors: Головань Екатерина В.
Published: November 2024

In the article the methodology for calculating the maximum water levels of unexplored lakes is considered, based on the generalization of all available information on the regime of the lakes of the studied area. Recommendations are given for calculating the parameters of the distribution of the maximum levels of unexplored lakes in the North-West of the Russian Federation and the southern part of the Kola Peninsula.
ПРИМЕНЕНИЕ ДРОНОВ ДЛЯ ГИДРОЛОГИЧЕСКИХ ИССЛЕДОВАНИЙ
Authors: Исаев Дмитрий И. , Лагай Надежда В.
Published: November 2024

The results of using drones to perform hydrometric work are presented, for example: channel reconnaissance, assessment of channel processes, and measurement of flow velocities. The active use of drones in such areas as construction, geological and geodetic surveys suggests the prospects of introducing new equipment into hydrological field work.
Lung Cancer Detection from CT Images using SVM Classifier and RBF Network
Authors: Rose Anju , Nair Devi , M S Binu , Sreeja K  , Reshmi S.L.
Published: November 2024

In order to address the change in volume of growths after therapy when they are being imaged, volumetric separation of lung cancer is performed as well as detailed longitudinal shading of volumes from CT images. Thus, we elaborate a hybrid model construction of adaptive superpixels with RBFN and SVM. Our networks work temporally on different scales of the images and utilize connections between the scales in order to identify and capitalize lung growths. The degree of precision of segmentation in relation to expert delineations was determined by means of bone similarity index, Hausdorff distance, perceptual ability, and excellency metrics. The adaptive hybrid superpixel system with RBFN and SVM possesses the ability to volumetrically segment lung growths allowing precise automated assessment and routine monitoring of lung growths volume. It became possible to carry out automatic quantitative measurements. Furthermore, contribute work between the brains, the clinicians and data scientists has resulted in the emergence of highly accurate network programs in the field of medicine. In order to analyze coffin CT images, first it is crucial to perform lung segmentation which is also the first step for any other quantitative analysis related with the lung. For instance, even if lung protrusions are present and lung segmentation is performed, lung boundary definition is inaccurate, thus, ‘nodules’ within the defined boundary will be lost. Yet, most techniques still stratify inadequately the surrounding pleura from the parenchyma pleural based nodules. Sometimes, the values of the nodules are identical to those of the surrounding pleura. A juxtapleural protrusion therefore is one of the more laborious challenges that one can face while segmenting the lungs.
Gender dysphoria in children and adolescents: A retrospective analysis of cases in Singapore
Authors: Goh Tze Jui , Chua Dana Kaitlyn , Vasudevan Kirthana , Fung Daniel Shuen Sheng
Published: November 2024

Introduction: The understanding of gender dysphoria (GD) in children and adolescents is limited in Singapore. This study aims to review the presentation of GD in an outpatient psychiatric clinic, to gain insights into its prevalence and associated factors.

Method: We conducted a retrospective review of medical records for patients diagnosed with GD according to criteria from the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth and Fifth editions, at the clinic between 1 January 2017 and 31 December 2021. We collected and analysed demographic, medical and other GD-specific clinical variables.

Results: The study included 107 participants (mean age 16.6 years), comprising 47 natal males and 60 natal females. The prevalence of GD was found to be 1:5434 (0.019%). Incidence rates increased from 2.17 to 5.85 per 100,000 population between 2017 and 2021. The mean age of diagnosis was 15.6 years, with an average delay of 5 years between experiencing gender identity-related concerns and seeking formal assistance. Approximately 45% of participants reported social and physical transitions, and 20.6% reported self-harm or suicidal thoughts.

Conclusion: The study highlights the presentation of GD in an under-researched Asian setting. Supporting individuals with GD in Asia requires sensitivity to cultural and societal factors with a holistic approach to individual well-being.
Transformative Narratives: Unveiling Sexual Violence Survivors' Stories Through Educational Theatre in Kosovo
Authors: Ferati Marigona Bekteshi
Published: November 2024

Objective: The doctoral thesis presents educational theatre as a therapeutic and awareness-raising approach for supporting female survivors of wartime sexual violence in Kosovo. It promotes social acceptance, educates survivors' families, and helps them come to terms with the traumatic experiences of their loved ones.
 
Theoretical Framework: This research employs educational theater to spotlight female survivors of sexual violence post-Kosovo-Serbia war, aiming to reshape societal views and build empathy. With 20,000 estimated affected, it underscores urgent needs for mental health support and social integration.
 
Method: The dissertation employs observation, participatory observation, analysis, theatrical performance staging, and statistical data analysis. Conducted from 2020-2021, it centers on the original drama Queens without Crowns, directed by Marigona Bekteshi Ferati, as a key contribution to the research.
 
Results and Discussion: The 2020-2021 research led to the performance Queens without Crowns, exploring social exclusion, audience perception shifts, survivor support, and family perspective changes. Through educational theater, it documents survivors’ experiences, fostering empathy, understanding, and advocacy for female rape victims' rights and healing.
 
Research Implications: The theatrical performance aims to transform spectators' views on wartime rape victims, offering survivors emotional support by bringing their experiences to the stage. Families in Kosovo are encouraged to reconsider their perspectives on the traumatic experiences endured by their loved ones.
 
Originality/Value: This study pioneers the use of educational theater in Kosovo to help sexual violence survivors overcome trauma, reduce stigma, and support social integration. It aims to be part of therapeutic approaches for coping with wartime rape trauma among victims in Kosovo.
Local Regulations as Moderation in the Influence of Community Knowledge Sharing on the Business Performance of Traditional Medicine SMES
Authors: Artono  , Setiawan Margono , Surachman  , Prabandari Sri Palupi
Published: November 2024

Objective: This study aims to analyze the impact of community knowledge sharing (CKS) on the business performance (BP) of traditional medicine SMEs and to analyze the moderating role of local regulations (LR) in this relationship.
 
Theoretical Framework: The theoretical framework used focuses on the importance of CKS and regulations in supporting business performance through increasing shared knowledge and compliance with regulations.
 
Method: The research method used is a quantitative survey by distributing questionnaires to 184 owners and managers of traditional medicine SMEs in East Java. Data analysis was carried out using structural equation modeling (SEM).
 
Results and Discussion: The results of the study indicate that CKS does not have a significant effect on the business performance of SMEs. Likewise, the moderating role of local regulations is not significant in strengthening the relationship between CKS and business performance. However, these results highlight that increasing direct knowledge sharing may not be enough to drive the business performance of traditional medicine SMEs, which can be caused by resource constraints, local culture, and regulatory complexity.
 
Research Implications: The implications of this study suggest that to improve the performance of traditional medicine SMEs, local policies need to focus more on other factors such as product innovation, better regulatory compliance, and digital marketing.
 
Originality/Value: The originality of this study lies in the analysis of the combination of CKS and LR in the context of traditional medicine SMEs that have previously been rarely studied.
EPIDEMIOLOGIA DA OSTEOPOROSE E FRATURAS RELACIONADAS NO BRASIL: DESAFIOS DA SAÚDE PÚBLICA
Authors: Astolfo Helena Blaya Fernandes , Outi Hayani Yuri Ferreira , Melo Beatriz Luiza , Olazar Nathalia Gonzalez , Jales Izaías Jácome , Araújo Kleber Fernandes , Almeida Cassiano Coelho de , Pires Vinicius Borges
Published: November 2024

Introdução: A osteoporose é uma doença metabólica crônica caracterizada pela redução da densidade mineral óssea e alterações na microarquitetura óssea, levando ao aumento do risco de fraturas. No Brasil, com o envelhecimento populacional, essa condição representa um desafio crescente para a saúde pública, particularmente devido às fraturas por fragilidade, como as de quadril e coluna, que estão associadas a altas taxas de mortalidade, morbidade e custos significativos para o sistema de saúde. Métodos: Foi realizada uma revisão sistematizada em bases de dados como SciELO, PubMed e BVS, abrangendo estudos epidemiológicos, clínicos e de impacto econômico relacionados à osteoporose e suas complicações no Brasil. Foram incluídos artigos que abordassem prevalência, fatores de risco, mortalidade e estratégias de prevenção no contexto nacional. Resultados: A prevalência de osteoporose e fraturas por fragilidade é significativa, com fraturas de quadril apresentando aumento exponencial, estimado para triplicar até 2050. Estudos indicam que a mortalidade no primeiro ano após fraturas de fêmur pode atingir até 30%. Apesar disso, a taxa de diagnóstico precoce é baixa, e estratégias preventivas, como rastreio densitométrico e uso da ferramenta FRAX, ainda são subutilizadas. Dados regionais também revelam disparidades no acesso ao tratamento, refletindo desafios econômicos e sociais no manejo da doença. Conclusão: A osteoporose e as fraturas relacionadas são problemas relevantes de saúde pública no Brasil. É imperativo implementar políticas de saúde voltadas para a prevenção, diagnóstico precoce e tratamento adequado, além de campanhas educativas que sensibilizem a população e profissionais de saúde sobre a gravidade dessa condição.
Carcinoma escamoso de vulva. Hallazgos clínico patológicos. Vías de carciogénesis
Authors: Pérez Olga Gabriela
Published: November 2024

El carcinoma escamoso vulvar (CEV) se puede desarrollar asociado o no a la infección por el virus de papiloma humano (VPH). El objetivo del trabajo fue evaluar la concordancia entre la clínica, la histología, el inmunofenotipo, el tratamiento y la evolución de 17 casos estudiados en los Servicios de Patología, Ginecología y Dermatología del Hospital Penna de Buenos Aires. El estudio inmunohistoquímico mostró un patrón p16 +/p53 wild type (wt) (8/17), p16-/p53 mutado (7/17) y p16-/p53 wt (2/17). Los estadios (E) en el grupo p16+ fueron: E-I (4 pacientes [pac.]), E-II (1 pac.E-III (2 pac.) y E-IV (1 pac.); en el grupo p16- fueron: E-II (2 pac.), E-III (6 pac.) y E-IV (1 pac.). La subdivisión de los CEV en subgrupos clínicos de acuerdo con la expresión de p16 y p53 permite entender la evolución. Se recomienda implementar este estudio en la rutina del diagnóstico patológico de los CEV.
Dermatitis atópica en adultos: análisis observacional de 200 pacientes
Authors: Mónaco Marina , Luna Paula Carolina , Frare Cindy , Debernardi María Emilia , Tirelli Luciana Laura , Panizzardi Anabel , Larralde Margarita
Published: November 2024

Antecedentes: la dermatitis atópica (DA) es una dermatosis inflamatoria crónica caracterizada por xerosis, prurito y eccema. El diagnóstico es clínico y el tratamiento depende de su gravedad; los casos leves suelen controlarse con medicación tópica, mientras que los moderados/severos requieren tratamiento sistémico. Afecta con mayor frecuencia a la edad pediátrica, por lo que son limitados los estudios en adultos.
Objetivos: describir las características epidemiológicas y clínicas, y los tratamientos en pacientes adultos ambulatorios con DA.
Diseño: se realizó un trabajo retrospectivo, observacional, descriptivo y analítico.
Materiales y métodos: se recolectaron las variables demográficas, clínicas y tratamientos de las historias clínicas de pacientes adultos mayores de 18 años con DA entre 2019 y 2023. Se compararon los antecedentes y los factores asociados entre los tipos de severidad: leve, moderado y severo.
Resultados: de los 200 pacientes, el 62,5% fue de sexo femenino. El 36% presentó asma y el 25,5% rinitis. Los pacientes severos tuvieron mayor frecuencia de asma y rinitis. El metotrexato se utilizó más frecuentemente en la enfermedad moderada y severa, y el 24,7% de los pacientes con enfermedad severa requirió dupilumab.
Conclusiones: en nuestro país son limitadas las investigaciones sobre los pacientes adultos con DA. La gravedad de la enfermedad se asocia con mayor frecuencia a comorbilidades. En las formas leves predominaron los tratamientos tópicos; la fototerapia se usó como un escalón intermedio entre las formas moderadas y graves, y las drogas innovadoras en las formas graves. Es necesario realizar más estudios de calidad que evalúen las diferencias en las comorbilidades y la evolución clínica según el espectro de gravedad.
Perlas
Authors: Ruiz Beguerie Julieta
Published: November 2024

El liquen plano oral (LPO) es una enfermedad inflamatoria crónica que afecta al 0,52% de la población, siendo más común en adultos de mediana edad y con una mayor prevalencia en las mujeres. Esta revisión sistemática y metaanálisis evaluó la eficacia de la cúrcuma en el tratamiento del LPO, tanto de manera oral (tabletas de 2000 y 6000 mg, y sina-curcumina de 80 mg) como tópica (gel de nano curcumina al 1% y curcumina en orabase). Se analizaron 10 estudios que involucraron a 355 pacientes, evaluando variables como el eritema, el tamaño de la lesión, el dolor, la duración del tratamiento y el tipo de estudio (randomizado o no). Los resultados mostraron que la cúrcuma no produjo una mejoría significativa en el eritema (SMD = -0,14; IC 95%, -0,68 a 0.40; p=0,61) ni en el tamaño de las lesiones (SMD = -0,15; IC 95%, -0,45 a 0,15; p=0,33). Sin embargo, se observó una reducción significativa del dolor en los tratamientos de más de 2 semanas (SMD = -1,21; IC 95%, -2,19 a -0,23; p=0,01) y en estudios no randomizados. En conclusión, aunque la cúrcuma no mejora el eritema ni el tamaño de las lesiones en el LPO, sí puede reducir el dolor en tratamientos prolongados de más de 2 semanas.
The Impending Global Challenge of Antimicrobial Resistance: A Call for Urgent Action
Authors: Giri Purushottam , Aikat Aditi
Published: November 2024

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a critical global health issue driven by antibiotic misuse and overuse in various sectors, leading to the emergence of resistant microorganisms and represents an impending pandemic. Against the backdrop of COVID-19 pandemic, conflicts, and the escalating impact of anthropogenic climate change, the emergence and rapid escalation of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) represent one of the most significant and imminent global public health threats of the 21st century.(1) As bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites increasingly evolve resistance to drugs that once treated infections effectively, the ‘superbugs’ such as Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and extremely drug-resistant tuberculosis, bacteria that are difficult to treat have emerged. This has brought humanity to the brink of a post-antibiotic era, where re-emergence of common infections is being noted. With resistance on the rise, surgical procedures like organ transplants and cesarean sections, cancer treatments where antibiotics are crucial, and management of life-threatening infectious diseases such as pneumonia, TB, HIV, and malaria are at risk of becoming dangerous due to the high potential for untreatable infections. (2)
Substance Addiction in Urban Adolescents of District Ghaziabad
Authors: Agrawal Deepika , Jetli Neha , Gupta Gajendra K , Singh Anupama , Zaidi Syed Nawaz
Published: November 2024

Background: Substance abuse is an important problem in today’s world as it causes considerable physical and mental suffering. In India, adolescents are considered as a pillar of the nation as they are responsible for its future progress. Therefore, substance abuse control among this age group becomes even more important. Objectives: To find the prevalence, patterns and gender association of substance abuse among adolescents in urban areas of district Ghaziabad. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in the schools of urban areas of district Ghaziabad. 750 adolescents including equal number of boys and girls were selected randomly from the co-education schools. A questionnaire was administered to assess the baseline information. MS Excel 2020 and SPSS were used to arrive at statistical conclusions. Results: Addicting substance was abused by 64.8% males and 33.9% females and this difference in proportions was statistically significant (p-value =0.001). The maximum number of study participants got encouragement to start the usage of addictive substances from their peers (33.0%). Four-fifths (80.3%), of the substance abusers had the desire to quit. Conclusion: In the present study, 33% of the participants started abusing addictive substances under peer pressure. School-based awareness, health education and motivation among the adolescents is the need of the hour. Role of student counsellors may prove fruitful and bring about the desired behavioural change.
Effect of health education intervention on personal hygiene Knowledge, attitudes, and practices among food handlers in a tertiary care hospital in New Delhi
Authors: Chauhan Saurabh , Parashar Mamata , Khandekar Jyoti
Published: November 2024

Introduction: Food is critical determinant of health, nutritional status and longevity of population. Personal hygiene forms an important domain of food safety to prevent food-borne illnesses. Health education intervention is one of the most effective tools to improve personal hygiene practices to ensure that food is suitable for customers with food safety requirements. Material and methods: This before and after interventional study was conducted among 111 food handlers in food establishments in tertiary care hospital in Delhi. Data collection was done using an interview schedule and observational checklist on personal hygiene based on WHO 5 keys and FSSAI guidelines. Health education intervention included health talks using flipchart, audio-visual aids and demonstration. Endline assessment was done 2 months after intervention. Results: Mean scores regarding personal hygiene knowledge before and after the intervention were 2.69 ± 0.90 and 9.64 ± 0.47 (p=0.046), attitudes before and after the intervention were 2.80 ± 1.15 and 5.77 ± 0.41 (p=0.049) and practices before and after the intervention were 3.23 ± 0.74 and 7.21 ± 0.75 (p= 0.007) respectively with statistically significant changes. Conclusions: Personal hygiene practices of food handlers showed remarkable improvement after health education intervention. Thus, education on food safety in medical institutions needs to be meticulously planned and held at periodic intervals to achieve the desired change.
The unresolved urban dilemma of self-medication practices and its association with various socio demographic factors among adults in urban slum
Authors: Khandale Mrunali G , Deoke Aniruddha R , Hajare Shilpa , Golhar Hemant S
Published: November 2024

Background: Self-medication has grown increasingly in developing countries, such as India, perhaps causing drug addiction and microbial resistance. Without proper medical supervision, self-medication can cause ineffective or excessive treatment, a delay in treatment, misdiagnosis, resistance to antibiotics, medicine abuse, and an increase in morbidity. Methodology: The population-based cross-sectional analytical research done in urban slum. We questioned 400 individuals over the age of 18 at their homes. Data were acquired from individuals using a predesigned, pretested questionnaire as an interview tool. Objective: To determine self medication prevalence and its connection to various demographic risk factors. Results: Self-medication was prevalent, with 51% in selected urban slums. The most commonly self-administered drugs were analgesics (59.8%) and antacids (46.07%). Body discomfort (60.29%), Headaches (55.78%), feverish (53.43%), cough (41.01%), were among the most common conditions when participants used medication on their own. There was a significant relationship with self-prescribed medication use and healthcare professionals in the household (p = 0.00001) and among working participants (p = 0.009). Conclusion: Lower socioeconomic groups often use medications without consulting doctors, and chronic illnesses require continuous follow-up. Education on the dangers of self-medication is crucial.
Impact of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) on Quality of Life among adolescent girls of rural area of Gautam Buddh Nagar: A Cross sectional study
Authors: Chauhan Ambren , Juneja Khushboo , Tyagi Neha , Agarwal Vanshika
Published: November 2024

Background: PMS causes purposeful impairment in efficiency at school/work, impaired relations with friends, , poor social life activities and home responsibilities affecting quality of life. Aims &Objectives: This study was conducted to estimate the prevalence and symptoms of premenstrual syndrome in adolescent girls and to assess the impact of premenstrual syndrome on their quality of life. Methodology: A cross?sectional study was done among 380 adolescent girls using a pretested semi-structured questionnaire residing in rural field study areas of Department of Community Medicine of a medical college. Results: The prevalence of PMS was reported to be 65.7 % . Head ache (66%) was the most frequent symptom followed by acne (60%) and generalized body ache (57%). Only 37.8% of the girls take their quality of life to be good followed by 1.8% as very good when they were asked about experiencing any negative feelings prior to menses like blue mood, despair ,anxiety etc .Around one fourth (26%) of them reported that they never  experience any kind of negative feeling .Conclusion: The adolescent girls are in greatest need for physical , psychological support as they experience the most severe PMS symptoms.
A Cross Sectional Study to assess Beliefs, Behaviours, and Opinions about Blood Donation among visitors of admitted patients at tertiary Care Hospital, Ahmedabad
Authors: Patel Himadri , Prajapati Arpit , Modi Madhur , Chaudhari Sahilkumari
Published: November 2024

Background: A significant number of patients admitted to hospitals in low- and middle-income countries face the challenge of not having timely access to a safe and free blood supply and India is no exemption. Aims & Objectives: To assess beliefs, behaviours and the exploration of barriers about Blood Donation among visitors of admitted patients. Methodology: A cross section study was done among 356 visitors of admitted patients of tertiary care hospital of Ahmedabad city. Visitors were selected through non probability sampling technique from wards of hospital. Results: Average age was 39.1 ± 11.2 years and 53.9% were male. Only 21.3% people had done blood donation in the past ever. Male were significantly donated the blood (p<0.0001). 94.9% people found blood donation as an important act and 98.3% believed that it can save lives. 39.9% and 12.9% had a knowledge regarding minimum eligible age and weight for blood donor respectively. Donating blood would lead to weakness (37.8%), vertigo (13.3%), infection and HIV (17.8%). Conclusion: People may find blood donation as a significant step to prevent many deaths but very few of them had done blood donation in past ever. People are having fear and misconceptions that is preventing them from donating blood.