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Are Financial Markets at all Times Rational?
Authors: Zheng Jingyuan
Published: August 2023

This paper discusses various reasons why financial markets are sometimes irrational. Rationality implies a cold and calculating approach to choosing investments based on risk versus reward characteristics. A rational market would display a positive correlation between risk and return. However, human beings are subject to various behavioral idiosyncrasies that may be termed “irrational.” This paper will discuss irrational behaviors in the financial market with examples. In conclusion, this researcher finds that financial markets are prone to be affected by short run irrationality.
Optimization Countermeasure of Ginlong Technologies Cost Management Based on Strategic Perspective
Authors: Huang Jincong , Zeng Xiangfeng
Published: August 2023

Consolidating and enhancing global competitive advantages is an important strategic goal for inverter companies, and strategic cost management is a vital means to improve cost control capabilities and enhance competitive advantages. Based on the theory of strategic cost management, a study was conducted on Ginlong Technologies to explore its strategic positioning, value chain, and cost drivers. It was found that the company faced issues such as unclear strategic positioning and incomplete value chain. Improvement suggestions were proposed, thereby providing valuable insights for both company development and academic research.
The Impact of Fintech on Economic Growth in Singapore
Authors: Huang Jiarong , Jie Yinggang , Wu Song
Published: August 2023

The study examines the impact of financial technology on economic growth in Singapore. Using time-series data on Singapore's financial technology from 2010 to 2022, The study constructs a financial technology index based on a comprehensive set of indicators. Through VAR modeling, the study assesses the effects of financial technology on the interest rate market, consumer market, and investment market, as well as its role in driving economic growth. The results indicate that financial technology has a positive impact on Singapore's economic growth. The calculation of the Fintech Index reveals a continuous improvement in Singapore's level of financial technology. The VAR analysis demonstrates that the development of financial technology has significant impacts on the interest rate market, consumer market, and investment market in Singapore. This suggests that the advancement of financial technology helps lower market interest rates, enhances the experiences of consumers and investors, and promotes consumption and investment growth. These findings highlight the significant role of financial technology in driving economic growth in Singapore.
Research on Marketing Strategy of China Heavy Duty VGV Based on 4P Theory
Authors: Xiao Mingna
Published: August 2023

China National Heavy Duty Truck (CNHTC) is a famous brand in China. China National Heavy Duty Truck (CNHTC) is a well-known domestic automobile brand, which occupies a certain market share in the automobile market and is recognized and supported by many consumers. However, China National Heavy Duty Truck Corporation (CNHTC) mainly focuses on heavy-duty truck products, and the development of its VGV light-duty vehicle has not been very good in the past decade, which needs to readjust its marketing strategy. This study takes China National Heavy Duty Truck Corporation (CNHTC) VGV as the research object, and explores its marketing market environment, competitive environment, etc., to find out the current marketing status of the company, and the dilemmas that appear in marketing: slow product updating, solidified brand image, lack of effective supervision and flexibility in price positioning, lack of on-line channels, inadequate management of dealers, single means of promotion, and lack of innovation in advertisement. Targeted to put forward to speed up the product update speed, pay attention to brand building, pricing and product positioning, strengthen the effective supervision of product price, online and offline channels combined, reasonable planning product channel layout and other countermeasures.
Study on the Judicial Application of the Short Video Platform Safe Harbour Rule
Authors: He Jie
Published: August 2023

The development of short videos has been overwhelming, bringing huge economic benefits to platforms. However, as the market sinks, the quality of short video content is more and more difficult to guarantee, and the phenomenon of copyright infringement such as video porting among users is becoming more and more serious. The safe harbour rule is the core system for determining online infringement, in addition to being a balance between the interests of right holders, platforms and users. However, in practice, right holders believe that the duty of care of platforms should be increased, so that they cannot enjoy the traffic dividend brought by short videos while using the "notice-and-takedown" procedure to easily enter the "safe harbour". On the other hand, short video platforms often refuse to assume the responsibility triggered by the uploading of infringing short videos by users on the grounds that they do not have the obligation to review the legality of the copyright. In view of the conflict of interests between the two parties, how to apply the principle of "safe harbour" to better reconcile the demands of the two parties has become a problem that needs to be solved urgently.
Study on Consumption Demand of Aquatic Prepared Dishes Based on SEM and IPA Models
Authors: Zhu Yingxu
Published: August 2023

The aquatic prepared dishes industry is developing rapidly, and it is an urgent research problem to find out the problems from the consumption side so as to provide the improvement direction for production and sales. In this paper, from the perspective of consumers' purchase intention and consumption satisfaction, we constructed the evaluation index system and evaluation model of aquatic prepared dishes' consumption demand, took Guangxi (China) as a case study to do empirical research, fitted the evaluation model of aquatic prepared dishes' purchase intention with SEM model, and used IPA analysis to measure the importance of each index and satisfaction. The study found that: the SEM model empirical analysis verified that consumers' cognition, economy, edibility and appearance of aquatic prepared dishes have significant positive effects on purchase intention; IPA analysis empirically found that there is a large difference between the importance of each index and satisfaction.
Phase III Failures for a Lack of Efficacy can be, in Significant Part, Recovered (Introducing Success Probability Estimation Quantitatively)
Authors: De Martini Daniele
Published: August 2023

The rate of phase III trials failures is approximately 42-45%, and most of them are due to a lack of efficacy. Some of the failures for a lack of efficacy are expected, due to type I errors in phase II and type II errors in phase III. However, the rate of these failures is far from saturating the global failure rate due to a lack of efficacy.In this work, the probability of unexpected failure for a lack of efficacy in phase III trials is estimated to be about 14%, with credibility interval (9%, 18%). These failures can be recovered through an adequate planning/empowering of phase II, and by adopting conservative estimation for the sample size of phase III. The software SP4CT (a free web application available at www.sp4ct.com) allows these computations. This 14% rate of unexpected failures gives that every year approximately 270,000 patients uselessly undergo a phase III trial with a large damage in individual ethics; moreover, the unavailability of many effective treatments is a considerable damage for collective ethics. The 14% of unexpected failures also produces more than $11bn of pure waste, and generates a much higher lack of revenue given by drugs’ marketing.
Navigating food access and distribution during the pandemic
Authors: Groves Angela , Roche-Dean Maria , Mars Dell , Ndiwane Abraham
Published: August 2023

COVID-19 increased food insecurity among African Americans. However, little is known about the impact of COVID-19 on food access and delivery for this population in Cuyahoga County. The objective of this study was to collect insights into the facilitators of and barriers to food access and delivery from community stakeholders. Methods: A total of 10 in-depth individual interviews with community stakeholders were conducted. Content analysis was used to analyze the interviews. Results: COVID-19 led to immediate and necessary changes to food access and distribution practices. Additionally, the increased utilization of food pantries, limited food supply, and lack of transportation to food pantries were identified as challenges to food access and distribution. However, community stakeholders were able to continue serving the community despite food supply and distribution challenges. Conclusion: This study provided novel insights into the challenges faced by community stakeholders and strategies that can be used to overcome these food dissemination challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. Nurses can play a key role in addressing food insecurities in African American communities through nursing assessments and advocacy.
Assessment of Sleeplessness Among Pregnant Women of Third Trimester
Authors: Ghafoor Fozia , Saddique Humaira , Tasneem Syeda Sidra
Published: August 2023

The study aim was to assess the sleeplessness among pregnant women of third trimester. Method: A descriptive cross sectional research study design was used to assess the sleeplessness among 131 pregnant women at Jinnah Hospital, Lahore. The purposive sampling technique was used. The population that is targeted was pregnant women of third trimester. Results: The study result showed that sleeplessness affect the health of pregnant women of third trimester. Descriptive analysis was done.  Frequency and percentage was calculated. Bar charts are formed for quantitative values. The Cronbach Alpha, Bartlett’s and KMO values have been checked to insure the validity and reliability in our context .The values shows positive and significant results and tools were consider as reliable and valid for performing statistical analysis. Conclusion: Current study investigated a high rate of sleeplessness among pregnant women. The sleeplessness is one of the indications of high risk pregnancies and maternal and infant mortality. The majority of the pregnant women which was 95% reported that they are feeling unrested during the day. The majority of pregnant women which was 65% reported that they having trouble during falling asleep
Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Breast Self-Examination among University Students
Authors: Gul Arsh E , Saddique Humaira , Batool Sajida , Sabir Mehreen , Ullah Kalim
Published: August 2023

The leading cause of cancer among women is breast cancer. Almost 9 out of 10 women are suffering from breast cancer. Objective: To access the knowledge, attitude and practice of self-breast examination among university students. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study design was used to access the KAP of breast self-examination among university students by adopted and modified questionnaire and was conducted among 133 female students of superior university (nursing department). The convenient sampling technique was used. The population that is targeted was students of Superior University (Nursing Department) Lahore. Results: The overall results of the study show that the students have sufficient knowledge of breast cancer and BSE were 88(60.2%) with moderate attitude were 107(80.5%) with poor practice were 82(61.7%). Conclusions: The current study concluded that the many students of university (nursing department) have knowledge about breast self-examination with moderate attitude regarding self-breast examination but many have poor practice towards breast self-examination due to moderate attitude, lack of interest and clinical exposure or considered it not necessary.
Prevalence of Gestational Diabetes and Associated Maternal Factor
Authors: Siddique Esha , Saddique Humaira , Batool Sajida
Published: August 2023

The prevalence of gestational diabetes is rising all over the world. Maternal and neonatal complications are associated with gestational diabetes Mellitus. Objective: To investigate the prevalence of gestational diabetes and associated maternal factors in outpatients of Jinnah Hospital Lahore. Methods: The descriptive cross-sectional study design was used to assess the prevalence of gestational diabetes and associated maternal factors with a 200-population size that is deliberated from Slovin’s formula for the pregnant women of the Gynae outpatient’s department at Jinnah Hospital Lahore. The convenient sampling technique is used to collect the data from pregnant women. The study took approximately 9 months. The questionnaire asked about sociodemographic factors, family history, and medical history. Results: The prevalence of gestational diabetes mellitus was 36.8% in Pakistan. Positive family history (41.4%), increased BMI (46.6%), parity (83.5%), and obesity (59.2%) were determinants of gestational diabetes mellitus. Maternal complications like pre-eclampsia (8.3%), pregnancy-induced hypertension (20.1%), cesarean (48.9%), and antepartum hemorrhage (20.2%) were higher in GDM women. Conclusions: The study finding reveals that gestational diabetes mellitus was discovered to be highly prevalent in Pakistani women and they were at higher risk of developing maternal complications. Women with advanced maternal age, low monthly income, obesity, a family history of diabetes, parity number, and increased BMI are risk factors for Gestational diabetes mellitus.
Acceptance of Telemedicine: A Perspective from the Doctors Working in the Tertiary Care Hospitals of Quetta
Authors: Achakzai Asif , Masood Sumaira , Khan Javeria
Published: August 2023

The pandemic of COVID-19 forced the world to reduce the social interactions and push the world toward keeping destinations. During the pandemic, the need for online health services was profoundly felt also in Pakistan. Online health services saw a boost all around the country; however, there are still many challenges in the acceptance of the online services in Pakistan yet. Objective: To assess the acceptance and adaption of telemedicine services in three public sector hospitals of district Quetta during the pandemic of COVID-19. Methods: Questionnaire was designed and distributed among 385 physicians from Civil Hospital, Bolan Medical College and Fatima Jinnah Hospital and the results were interpreted with the help of the SPSS. Results: A total of 385 respondents were selected for the given purpose. 231 were male and 154 were female. 250 of the respondents said that only the urban areas were taking advantage of the telemedicine services while due to lack of internet facilities, the people from rural areas were devoid of the online services. The results also showed that 111 doctors had started telemedicine services since the pandemic. 235 of the respondents said that the youth were more inclined toward accepting telemedicine as compared to elderly. Conclusions: Telemedicine has not seen a large-scale acceptance and yet the people are relying on conventional methods of treatment and not switching to telemedicine as largely as they should have so had the doctors.
Control strategies for LA-MRSA in Swedish pig production: A disease modelling approach
Authors: Tuominen Krista
Published: August 2023

Antimicrobial resistance is a threat to global health. Livestock-associated methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (LA-MRSA) is a category of multiresistant bacteria that primarily colonises livestock animals. While pigs are considered its main reservoir, LA-MRSA is zoonotic and causes an occupational risk to those working with livestock. However, LA-MRSA is also capable of spreading to humans without livestock contact. Although LA-MRSA carriers are usually asymptomatic, LA-MRSA can cause a wide range of infections in humans. The aim of this thesis was to use disease modelling to study the spread of LAMRSA and assess possible control strategies in a Swedish farrow-to-finish pig herd—additionally, the thesis aimed to fill knowledge gaps regarding the survival of LA-MRSA in the farm environment. The modelling studies concluded that eradicating LA-MRSA is challenging. Early detection and introduction of control measures were considerably more effective in lowering the within-herd prevalence than measures that were implemented when LA-MRSA had become established in the herd. The time to disease elimination was at least 300 days even with the most effective control measures that were introduced early at the outbreak phase of disease spread. In an experimental study, the survival of LA-MRSA strains belonging to the clonal complex (CC) 398 varied on different surface materials (concrete, polypropylene plastic and stainless steel). This finding can be beneficial when planning efficient cleaning and disinfection routines in pig farms. In conclusion, investing in early detection and intensive early control measures may be justified if a low LA-MRSA prevalence country aims to have LA-MRSAfree pig herds.
Kaynak Temelli Görüş ve Kaynak Bağımlılığı Kuramının Birlikte Kullanıldığı Çalışmalar Üzerine Sistematik Bir Literatür İncelemesi
Authors: YILDIRIM Mustafa , ÖZTÜRK Oğuzhan
Published: August 2023

Bu çalışma, Kaynak Temelli Görüş (KTG) ve Kaynak Bağımlılığı Kuramının (KBK) birlikte kullanıldığı çalışmalara ilişkin genel durumu ortaya koymayı amaçlamaktadır. Bu doğrultuda, çalışma, iki yaklaşımın bir arada kullanıldığı çalışmalar üzerine yürütülen sistematik bir literatür incelemesi olarak tasarlanmıştır. Çalışmada incelenmek üzere Scopus veri tabanından 97 çalışma belirlenmiştir. Bu çalışmalar “sadece KTG ve KBK’nin kullanıldığı derleme çalışmalar”, “sadece KTG ve KBK’nın kullanıldığı ampirik çalışmalar”, “çoklu yaklaşımın kullanıldığı derleme çalışmalar” ve “çoklu yaklaşımın kullanıldığı ampirik çalışmalar” şeklindeki dört kategori altında incelenmiştir. İnceleme kapsamındaki çalışmalar, araştırmanın olgusu, bağlamı ve yöntemi (ve çoklu yaklaşım kullanan çalışmalarda ek olarak kullanılan teoriler) açısından değerlendirilmiştir. Ayrıca, sonuç ve tartışma bölümünde, yaklaşımların çalışmalardaki kullanılma biçimleri üzerine genel olarak şu tespitler yapılmıştır: Yaklaşımların, kendi ana kavram/olgularına odaklanmaktan ziyade, kendi açıklama çerçeveleri dışında kalan diğer kavram/olguların anlaşılması için kullanıldıkları görülmüştür. Diğer kavram/olgular üzerine olan çalışmalarda da, yaklaşımların argümanlarının ele alınan olgu ile ilgili hipotez ya da önermelerin geliştirilmesinde operasyonel olarak kullanılmasından ziyade çalışmaların teorik arkaplanlarının verildiği kısımlarda daha yardımcı bir rolde kullanıldıkları tespit edilmiştir. Ayrıca, çalışmalarda yaklaşımların argümanlarının ele alınan olgunun açıklanması noktasında bağımsız/ayrıksı bir biçimde kullanıldıkları sonucuna varılmıştır.
SPATIALIZATION OF PHYSICAL, MECHANICAL AND CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF SOILS IN DIFFERENT MODELS OF SLOPES IN PORTO VELHO – BRAZILIAN AMAZON
Authors: Dos Santos Salem Leandro Moura , Da Silva Filho Eliomar Pereira
Published: August 2023

In this study, it sought to spatialize the mechanical, physical and chemical soil parameters in 3 different slope models (Convex, Rectilinear and Concave) in Oxisols under the Tabular relief of the Belmont basin stream in Porto Velho city, Rondônia state - Brazil. For analysis of the slopes, topographic plots of the soil in the top, middle and bottom up to 1.5 m in depth were used in auger and trenches,spatialized by interpolation. It was observed that the Convex slopes followed by the Rectilinear slopes presented higher clay content in the soils, with an increase in sand to the foothills. The organic matter in the slopes indicated that the Concave format presents the greatest amount of these, followed by Rectilinear and Convex. The infiltration revealed that the Convex and Rectilinear are similar, with greater infiltration at the top, however, the Concave slope showed the least infiltration at the top. The middle of the slopes stands out, which registered the lowest pH values. The justification would be that in the middle of the slopes there is a greater slope and greater water flow, which contributes to a greater circulation of organic acids from organic matter in the superficial layers and upstream.
INVESTIGAÇÃO DO MÉTODO TRADICIONAL E DO MÉTODO SISTÊMICO NAS ESCOLAS PRIVADAS DO MUNICIPIO DE CAICÓ NO DESENVOLVIMENTO DO FUTSAL
Authors: De Farias Alvaro Luis Pessoa , Alves Walgrênio de Medeiros , Maia Divanalmi Ferreira , Do Nascimento Marcos Antonio Medeiros , Souto Filho José Morais , Leano Emmanuel José Marques , Sátiro Filho Nalfranio de Queiroz , De Oliveira Marcos Antonio Torquato
Published: August 2023

A aprendizagem consiste na alteração de um comportamento. No contexto das modalidades esportivas coletivas, isso implica tanto em mudanças nos aspectos motores quanto em aspectos cognitivos do desempenho. No processo de ensino-aprendizagem dos Jogos Desportivos Coletivos, um grande dilema dos profissionais da área de Educação Física e Esporte está na definição da metodologia a ser seguida. Os estudos neste assunto avançaram significativamente nos últimos anos, buscando estabelecer métodos mais eficazes e que não causem prejuízos ao desenvolvimento dos jovens atletas. O objetivo deste estudo foi investigar duas das metodologias utilizadas nas equipes de futsal das escolas privadas do município de Caicó-RN, procurando auxiliar o profissional da área de Educação Física na seleção da metodologia mais adequada a ser trabalhada com jovens alunos/atletas de futsal. A presente pesquisa foi realizada com 10 professores de Educação Física do ensino privado do município de Caicó-RN, o estudo do tipo descritivo-exploratório quati-qualitativo utilizou-se um instrumento para as avaliações. Acredito que esses princípios possam legitimar a palavra “educacional". Referente a esse conceito podemos nos deleitar sobre a conclusão deste estudo, que trouxe em suas variantes, um olhar bem crítico das metodologias desenvolvida na formação dos alunos/atletas de Futsal na rede privada de ensino do município de Caicó, que traduz a metodologia de treinamento analítica, como metodologia aplicada nas sessões de treinamentos, uma pedagogia totalmente fragmentada e desprovida de conceitos em sua plenitude para categorias de ensino a modalidade de esporte de invasão
QUALIDADE DE VIDA E SÍNDROME DE BURNOUT NOS PROFISSIONAIS DE SAÚDE DA ATENÇÃO BÁSICA DE SERRA TALHADA - PE
Authors: Hirschheiter Caroline Ângela , Brasileiro Diego Bernard Wanderlindem , Torres Ana Beatriz de Oliveira , Galvão Pauliana Valéria Machado , Leite Marcelo Ferreira
Published: August 2023

Introdução: A Síndrome de Burnout é um transtorno de esgotamento mental decorrente de atividades laborais extenuantes psicologicamente para o trabalhador, frequente entre profissionais de saúde, especialmente os da Atenção Básica (AB). Objetivo: avaliar a qualidade de vida e esgotamento físico de profissionais da AB de um município. Métodos: Estudo transversal, descritivo, quantitativo, realizado com profissionais de saúde da Atenção Básica da cidade Serra Talhada – PE, entre dezembro de 2019 e outubro de 2020. A coleta dos dados foi feita por meio de formulário via on-line e aplicados um questionário sociodemográfico, o instrumento WHOQOL-BREF, que avalia a qualidade de vida; e o instrumento Maslach Burnout Inventory, que caracteriza o esgotamento profissional. O estudo foi aprovado pelo Comitê de Ética em Pesquisa sob CAAE nº 24200419.3.0000. Resultados: A amostra apresentou 18 participantes. A maioria do sexo feminino (66,7%), casada (66,7%), branca (44,4%) e com ensino superior completo (72,2%). A idade média foi 36,1 anos. Participaram principalmente médicos, enfermeiros e agentes comunitários de saúde (27,5% cada). Quanto aos domínios avaliados, a qualidade de vida foi avaliada como “Regular” (72,2%) e as Relações Sociais como “Boas” ou “Muito boas” (38,9%). O ambiente de trabalho (5,6%), a qualidade de sono e repouso (11,1%) e nível de estresse (16,7%) foi o item com menor classificação como “Bom”. Metade (50,0%) dos entrevistados apresentam alto nível de exaustão e 88,9% apresentam alta despersonalização. Quanto à insatisfação com o trabalho, o desejo de abandono foi unânime, evidenciando a presença de Burnout. Conclusões: A Síndrome de Burnout é bem relatada entre profissionais que se dedicam a Atenção Básica, entretanto é possível que a pandemia do COVID-19 tenha agravado a exaustão e diminuído a qualidade de vida dos envolvidos em tal linha de cuidado.
ʟ-Asparaginases and Their Potential in Biotechnology and Medicine
Authors: Pejšková Lucie , Loužecká Karolína , Podzimek Tomáš , Benešová Eva
Published: August 2023

ʟ-Asparaginase (EC 3.5.1.1) is a key enzyme that hydrolyzes ʟ-asparagine to ʟ-aspartic acid and ammonia. This feature of ʟ-asparaginase is used in anti‑cancer therapy to inhibit protein synthesis in cancer cells. Therefore, ʟ-asparaginase is used as a basis for chemotherapy to treat patients with acute lymphoblastic leukemia in pediatrics. Commercial ʟ-asparaginases for healthcare applications are mainly obtained from Escherichia coli and Erwinia chrysanthemi (renamed to Dickeya dadantii). However, the high prevalence of adverse effects complicates the long‑term clinical use of ʟ-asparaginase, and therefore current research focuses on the search for new enzymes or on modifying the properties of enzymes already known. At the same time, ʟ-asparaginase has become indispensable for the food industry in recent years, when it had been recognized as one of the possible tools for removing ʟ-asparagine from foods that are at risk of acrylamide formation during thermal processing. This review provides an overview of the current use of ʟ-asparaginase and its pitfalls.
Diagnosis of Yersinia enterocolitica serovar O:9 in a commercial 2400-sow farm with false-positive Brucella suis serology using western blot, competitive ELISA, bacterial isolation, and whole genome sequencing
Authors: Free Ross , Ladd Mark , Capsel Randy , Cox Linda , Hicks Jessica , Lantz Kristina , Neault Michael , Kittrell James , Meade Barry
Published: August 2023

Despite eradication of swine brucellosis from US commercial swine, Brucella suis still exists in feral swine. Therefore, brucellosis surveillance occurs to detect and eliminate any disease introduction from feral swine to domestic swine. As serology for swine brucellosis has imperfect specificity, false-positive serological reactions (FPSRs) occur and true brucellosis infection must be ruled out. In this case report, we detail a process to rule out B suis infection in a commercial sow herd using additional diagnostics including bacterial culture, whole genome sequencing, western blot, and competitive enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. It was determined Yersinia enterocolitica serovar O:9 caused the FPSRs.
Calculating breeding herd feed usage and cost in commercial production systems
Authors: Thomas Lori , Goodband Robert , Dritz Steve , Tokach Mike , Woodworth Jason , DeRouchey Joel
Published: August 2023

The objective of this paper is to describe a production tool for swine producers, veterinarians, and nutritionists to benchmark feed usage and feed cost within gestation, lactation, and gilt development phases of a production system. The model was developed using Microsoft Excel (version 16.0.11328.20438) and includes key variables within the breeding herd affecting feed usage. Data from a commercial production system was used to determine model accuracy as well as demonstrate its use. The results from this production tool provide estimates for feed usage and feed cost within each subpopulation of animals in the breeding herd.
Inactivation of porcine epidemic diarrhea virus in contaminated swine feed through inclusion of a dry lactic acid-based product
Authors: Dee Scott , DeJong Jon , Neill Casey , Ratliff Brent , Singrey Aaron , Hansen Ernie , Nelson Eric , Keegan Jason , Gaines Aaron
Published: August 2023

Survivability and infectivity of porcine epidemic diarrhea virus within complete feed was tested in the presence or absence of a dry lactic acid-based feed acidifier product (Guardicate) at levels of 0.75%, 1.0%, or 1.5%. The virus was inactivated, and contaminated feed did not cause infection at all three inclusion rates.
Evaluation of Sow Caliper for body condition measurement of gestating sows
Authors: Li Yuzhi , Cui Shiquan , Baidoo Samuel , Johnston Lee
Published: August 2023

Objectives: To evaluate correlation between Sow Caliper measurement and backfat depth (BFD), and to determine the ideal caliper measurement that predicts optimal BFD prefarrowing to support performance of lactating sows. Materials and methods: Multiparous sows (n = 928, Parity 1-9) were group housed in pens from day 35 to 109 of gestation. Caliper measurements, BFD, visual body condition scores (BCS), and body weight were recorded upon sows’ entry and exit of gestation pens. Subsequent farrowing performance was recorded. Caliper measurements were classified into five categories: category 1 = 4.0 to 8.0 units, category 2 = 8.5 to 10.0 units, category 3 = 10.5 to 12.0 units, category 4 = 12.5 to 14.0 units, and category 5 = 14.5 to 18.0 units. Results: Caliper measurement was correlated positively with BFD (r = 0.71-0.75; P < .001) and BCS (r = 0.67-0.75; P < .001) on days 35 and 109 of gestation. Based on sow performance over one reproduction cycle and BFD recommendations, caliper category 4 on day 109 of gestation was deemed ideal for prefarrowing sows. The estimated lower and upper limits of BFD for prefarrowing sows in caliper category 4 were 15.6 and 18.0 mm, respectively. Caliper measurements explained about 55% of variation in BFD of gestating sows prefarrowing. Implications: The Sow Caliper can be used to evaluate body condition of gestating sows. To maintain body condition and reproductive performance, caliper measurements of 12.5 to 14.0 units are recommended for prefarrowing sows across parities, excluding gilts.
V Congresso Brasileiro de Alfabetização – CONBAlf: uma análise a partir dos comentários publicados pelos congressistas e espectadores do canal da ABAlf
Authors: De Freitas Mafra Priscilla , José Martins Filho Lourival
Published: August 2023

Considerando que não há muitas publicações sobre o assunto e com o intuito de contribuir para o destaque da importância de um congresso brasileiro de alfabetização para a formação de professores e pesquisadores da temática no país, este artigo objetiva apresentar uma análise do V CONBAlf, demonstrando a importância da discussão e reflexão dos temas relacionados a alfabetização. O V CONBAlf, realizado de forma online, em um cenário pandêmico, teve como objetivo congregar professores, pesquisadores e interessados na temática. Para a pesquisa foram analisados os comentários publicados pelos congressistas e espectadores do canal da ABAlf, deixados nos vídeos dos encontros realizados em agosto de 2021, na plataforma do Youtube. Dentre os principais resultados destacam-se: a participação expressiva dos interessados; o entusiasmo dos congressistas; e a importância do congresso como momento de reflexão e aprendizado sobre a alfabetização.
Assessing the Impact of Covid-19 in Mozambique in 2020
Authors:   University of Copenhagen, Tarp Finn , Salvucci Vincenzo
Published: August 2023

Taking advantage of the 2019/20 Mozambican household budget survey, which was ongoing both before and during the first phases of the Covid-19 pandemic, we assess the impact of Covid-19 on welfare in 2020.
Nghiên cứu nhân nhanh in vitro cây hoa hồng đổi màu (Rosa asagumo)
Authors: Hương Bùi Thị Thu , Giới Đồng Huy
Published: August 2023

Nghiên cứu này đã tiến hành đánh giá khả năng tạo mẫu sạch in vitro cây hoa hồng đổi màu (Rosa asagumo) và đánh giá ảnh hưởng của các chất điều tiết sinh trưởng như BAP, Kinetin, α-NAA đến khả năng nhân nhanh in vitro cây hoa hồng đổi màu. Kết quả thu được cho thấy: (i) 80% các đoạn thân mang mắt ngủ sống sạch khi được khử trùng lần lượt với Javel 5% trong 10 phút, Johnson 2,5% trong 10 phút và HgCl2 0,1% trong 2 phút; (ii) Hơn 90% đoạn thân mang mắt ngủ hoa hồng đổi màu tái sinh chồi in vitro khi nuôi cấy trên môi trường MS bổ sung 1,5 mg/l BAP và 1,0 mg/l Kinetin với hệ số tái sinh là 2,71 lần; (iii) Môi trường nhân nhanh chồi hoa hồng đổi màu in vitro thích hợp nhất là môi trường MS bổ sung 1,5 mg/l BAP, 1,0 mg/l Kinetin với hệ số nhân chồi là 2,79 lần; (iv) Chồi in vitro hoa hồng đổi màu nuôi trên môi trường ¼ MS cho tỉ lệ ra rễ đạt 96,64%, số rễ trung bình đạt 3,1 rễ/chồi, rễ mập, chiều dài trung bình là 2,91 cm.
L52306 Guidelines for Interpretation and Application of API 1104
Authors: Bruce  , Amend  , Wang
Published: August 2023

The application of requirements contained in many industry codes and standards requires some interpretation by the user and by the regulator who is called upon to enforce their use. There are often differences in the way requirements are interpreted because of unclear rationale behind the requirements or novel or non-traditional applications. Some industry codes and standards contain guidance in the form of commentary sections or companion documents. This is not the case for API Standard 1104 - Welding of Pipelines and Related Facilities, where requests for interpretation are common because of unclear requirements or an absence of information pertaining to rationale. Since API 1104 is written in the form of a specification, it cannot present background information or discuss the intent of the API 1104 committee.

The result of this project was the development of interpretation and guidance material for API 1104.
L52334 Curved Wide Plate Test Results and Transferability of Test Specimens
Authors: Wang  , Zhou
Published: August 2023

The work described in this report focuses on the development of data processing routines for curved-wide-plate (CWP) tests, the presentation of test results in a consistent and unified format, generation of fracture resistance curves from, and the examination of transferability between CWP and SENT (single-edge-notched tension) test specimens. The results of this work can be used for:

Drafting and implementing consistent test procedures for CWP tests,
Formulating test data for consistent presentation and comparison,
Understanding the differences and limitations of test specimens of different scales,
Making the best selection of test specimens for a given set of objectives, and
Making correct interpretation of test data and their relevance to girth weld performance.
PR-218-094510-R01 Procedure for Evaluating the Effects of Blasting on Pipelines - Phase 1 Summary Report
Authors: Francini  , Zand
Published: August 2023

This report contains a state of the art review of current methods for evaluating the effects of close in blasting on pipelines. The report includes a comparison of current methods for determining the stress resulting from blasting with available experimental results. It also covers the subject of block movement as a result of delayed gas pressure, methods to determine the likelihood of ground movement and procedures for evaluating if movement has occurred. More accurate methods to determine blasting stresses are investigated. A procedure to be followed to evaluate the effects of blasting is proposed. Finally, recent developments in blasting technology that are relevant to blasting near pipelines are reviewed.
Modeling of the Fresh Fruit Bunches Collection and Transportation System with Agent-Based Simulation in Optimizing the Mode of Transportation on Oil Palm Industry
Authors: Rizkha Rida
Published: August 2023

Uncertainty number of harvests per day causes the allocation of transportation modes are less optimal in collecting fruit from plantations to palm oil mills causing a shortage of trucks in some afdeling and some are unemployed in some afdeling causing large transportation costs. The use of Agent-Based Simulations can help to identify the factors that cause the number of trucks that are not optimal by looking at the behavior and interaction between the agent actors involved in the tbs collection and transportation process. The results showed the utilization rate of transportation modes increased from 27% to 40% by reducing the number of truck units rented from 177 trucks to 118 trucks and reducing transportation collection costs by 0.225% of the total cost value. With the reduced journey time, the quality of the oil palm is better with the reduction of free fatty acids (FFA) and the average weight loss of fruit.
Existence of Fatwa of the National Sharia Council of the Indonesian Ulema Council (DSN-MUI) No. 108/DSN-MUI/X/2016 Concerning Guidelines for Organizing Tourism Based on Sharia Principles: Between Spiritual and Regulatory
Authors: Wardhani Novea Elysa
Published: August 2023

The halal tourism industry, a significant sector in Indonesia, hinges on a harmonious blend of sharia principles and national legislation. This dual regulatory framework plays a pivotal role in ensuring the industry's robust growth while adhering to cultural values and legal safeguards. Sharia law, represented by fatwas (Islamic rulings), is a foundational element in halal tourism. These principles encompass various aspects, such as halal food, modest dress codes, and ethical behavior, aligning with the cultural and religious expectations of Muslim travelers. To fortify this alignment with the legal structure, it's crucial to integrate these fatwas into positive law, the national legal framework. This integration achieves several vital objectives. First, it establishes a legal foundation for the halal tourism industry, giving it a solid footing within the broader legal context of the country. Second, it enhances transparency, ensuring that halal tourism operators and tourists alike understand the rules and expectations, thereby fostering trust and credibility. Third, it ensures that the industry remains compliant with both Sharia values and national regulations, leading to a more sustainable and inclusive sector. The ultimate goal is to create a halal tourism industry that not only caters to the needs of Muslim travelers but also upholds legal standards, protects consumer rights and contributes positively to the nation's economy and cultural heritage. By synergizing Sharia principles with national legislation, Indonesia can pave the way for a dynamic and legally secure halal tourism industry that benefits both its people and its image on the global stage.
The Kasultanan and Kadipaten Land (SG/PAG) After the YSL Enactment: Strengthening of The Patrimonial Culture and Counter Agrarian Reform
Authors: Budiadji Angger , Purwadi Hari , Novianto Widodo Tresno
Published: August 2023

The purpose of this article is to identify some issues arising from the revival of the SG/PAG after the enactment of the Yogyakarta Speciality Law (YSL). This article seeks to identify three issues arising from re-emerging the SG/PAG after the enactment of the YSL. First, the strengthening of patrimonial culture in Yogyakarta. Second, the SG/PAG impact on the common people in Yogyakarta. We will answer two research questions: (1) How relation between SG/PAG revival and the strengthening of Patrimonial Culture and (2) What is the impact of the revival of SG on the prosperity of the People? The results of the research. The results showed that the patrimonial culture in Yogyakarta strengthened after the YSL was enacted and also land grabbing informal land and village land, on the other hand, patrimonialism cloaked as a 'Speciality of Yogyakarta' actually weakened state control over land in Yogyakarta.
Investigation of the Effect of 12-Week Kinesthetic Intelligence Training Program on the Aggression Levels of Students with Intellectual Disabilities
Authors: TAŞKIN Ali Kemal
Published: August 2023

This study aims to examine the effects of Mind Sports (chess and mancala) and Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence Training on the aggression levels of students with mild intellectual disabilities. The sample of the study consisted of a total of 60 students with mild intellectual disabilities (30 in the experimental group and 30 in the control group) who study at schools affiliated with the Gaziantep Provincial Directorate of National Education. While Buss–Perry Aggression Questionnaire (1992) was applied as a pre-test and post-test to both groups, three hours of Mind Sports and Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence training was given to the experimental group three days a week for twelve weeks. (Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 1,5 saat Mind Sports and 1,5 saat Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence training) The data obtained were analyzed by conducting frequency and percentage analyses, while dependent and independent t-tests were conducted to analyze the pre-test and post-test data using the statistical software of SPSS 24.0. According to the pre-test scores, a significant result could not be found between the experimental and control groups (p>.05). According to the evaluation between the experimental group and the control group, a significant result was found in the post-test scores in favor of the experimental group (p>.05). Based on the data obtained, we can conclude that Mind Sports and Kinesthetic Intelligence Training positively reduce the aggression levels of children with mild intellectual disabilities.
Conceitos matemáticos relacionados ao pensamento metacognitivo no ensino de biologia: percepções e vivências de professores
Authors: Reis Erisnaldo Francisco , Strohschoen Andreia Aparecida Guimarães
Published: August 2023

O objetivo deste artigo é descrever as percepções e vivências de professores do Ensino Médio (EM) relacionadas à aplicação de conceitos matemáticos no ensino de conteúdos de Biologia, buscando estabelecer conexão com evocação do pensamento metacognitivo. Constitui em um recorte de uma pesquisa qualitativa de doutoramento, nos princípios da Design-Based Reseach, por meio da qual se estudou aplicações de conceitos matemáticos para o ensino de Biologia no EM. Os resultados apontam que quando o professor reflete o processo de aprender, cria-se possibilidade de fazer uma mediação, de maneira que os estudantes percebam a finalidade da ciência e ampliem o saber. Apontam ainda que, da forma como a Matemática está apresentada no estudo da Biologia em questão, leva o estudante a gerar novos significados para a sua aprendizagem, de modo a conseguir perceber a aplicação de conceitos matemáticos em outra área do conhecimento e a pensar nos processos da sua aprendizagem.
Ocorrência de genes de resistência metalo-beta-lactamases em isolados de Pseudomonas aeruginosa MDR de otites de cão, Brasil
Authors: Costa Jackeliny dos Santos , Da Cruz Thalita Priscila Peres Seabra , Da Costa Larissa Viera , Stering Augusto Cesar dos Santos , Caldeira Ana Carolina Lemos , De Almeida Arleana do Bom Parto Ferreira , Nakazato Luciana , Dutra Valéria
Published: August 2023

A Pseudomonas aeruginosa é uma bactéria oportunista, considerada um dos principais agentes de infecção nosocomial em hospitais associada múltipla resistência a antimicrobianos. Em animais, principalmente cães, a otite é uma enfermidade de grande incidência associado a P. aeruginosa. A ocorrência de isolados multirresistentes a metalo beta lactamase com presença de genes blaIMP-1, blaVIM-2, blaSPM-1 e blaNDM-1 tem sido bem descrita em isolados humanos entretanto a ocorrência em animais são escassos. O objetivo deste trabalho foi a detecção dos genes de metalo-beta-lactamses em isolados de P. aeruginosa de otite em caninos por meio da técnica de Reação em Cadeia da Polimerase (PCR). Isolados compatíveis com P. aeroginosa (n=50) foram caracterizados e analisados por sequenciamento do 16S rDNA, sendo 44 confirmado como P. aeruginosa. Entre os isolados, 4,54% (2/44) apresentaram resultado positivo para blaNDM-1 e em nenhuma das amostras foram detectados os genes blaIMP-1, blaVIM-2 e blaSPM-1. Neste estudo observou-se o primeiro relato de P. aeruginosa com o gene blaNDM-1 em animais no Brasil. A detecção do presente gene de resistência, e a possibilidade já relatada de transmissão, torna cada vez mais importante as pesquisas moleculares para detecção dos genes de resistência MBL em P. aeruginosa em pets devida estreita convivência com humanos.
Práticas de cuidado à mulher em situação de violência doméstica e COVID-19 no serviço de emergência
Authors: Gomes Renara Meira , Gomes Amanda de Alencar Pereira , Suto Cleuma Sueli Santos , Boery Rita Narriman Silva de Oliveira , Machado Juliana Costa , Rodrigues Vanda Palmarella
Published: August 2023

Objetivou-se compreender as representações sociais de enfermeiras emergencistas sobre as práticas de cuidado à mulher em situação de violência doméstica durante a pandemia da COVID-19. Estudo exploratório, descritivo, de abordagem qualitativa embasado na abordagem processual da Teoria das Representações Sociais, desenvolvido com 22 enfermeiras que atuam na unidade de Urgência e Emergência de um hospital público de alta complexidade. A produção de dados foi baseada na entrevista semiestruturada e utilizada a técnica do Discurso do Sujeito Coletivo para sua análise. A conformação dos núcleos de sentido culminou na construção de cinco discursos sínteses, que remetem aos agravos e danos decorrentes da violência doméstica, vivenciados pela mulher durante a pandemia da COVID-19, além de fazer alusão às práticas de cuidado implementadas. Em suas representações, enfermeiras emergencistas verbalizam que o ato de acolher deve ser a conduta inicial na receptividade da mulher em situação de violência doméstica, por meio da empatia, do processo de escuta atenta e de se reconhecerem como protagonistas no processo de cuidar e enfrentamento da violência doméstica.
Aplicativos móveis em saúde baseados no método Design Instrucional Contextualizado: revisão integrativa
Authors: Silveira Marcela Amoreli , Nóbrega Marcela Souza , Goyatá Sueli Leiko Takamatsu , Ribeiro Patrícia Mônica , Giacomelli Bruna , Moreira Dênis da Silva
Published: August 2023

Com o avanço da tecnologia, aperfeiçoam-se os métodos para o desenvolvimento de aplicativos em saúde. Dentre eles, pode-se destacar o Design Instrucional Contextualizado (DIC), que compreende a atuação humana como essencial, de maneira a equilibrar a porção automotiva dos processos. O presente trabalho objetiva identificar na literatura quais aplicativos móveis em saúde utilizaram o método Design Instrucional Contextualizado no seu desenvolvimento por meio de uma revisão integrativa. Foi elaborada a questão de pesquisa seguindo a estratégia PICO, após, foi realizada a busca dos artigos a partir das bases de dados PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus e LILACS. Foram incluídos estudos primários publicados em inglês, espanhol e português, entre os anos de 2017 e 2022, que abordem sobre os aplicativos móveis em saúde que utilizam o Design Instrucional Contextualizado no seu desenvolvimento. Despois de levantados os estudos, obteve-se 99 resultados, e após a remoção das duplicatas, totalizaram-se 67 artigos. Foram oito trabalhos incluídos na revisão, sendo que todos foram classificados com nível de evidência IV. Os resultados obtidos foram analisados e divididos em duas categorias: paciente/cliente e sua rede de apoio e enfermeiros/estudantes de enfermagem. Percebe-se que o estudo contribui para a identificação de lacunas no âmbito da pesquisa em tecnologias em saúde, de modo a favorecer o cuidado e o serviço de enfermagem com recursos tecnológicos a serem desenvolvidos e implementados.