bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Políticas Criminais em Tempos de Covid-19
Authors: Luiz Faisting André , Bisharat George , Lobo Toledo Lima Michel , Mario Iorio Filho Rafael , Kant de Lima Roberto
Published: February 2024

O texto discute as diferentes práticas e representações das políticas criminais no contexto da pandemia da COVID-19, considerando os contrastes entre as experiências empiricamente descritas no Rio de Janeiro, Mato Grosso do Sul e San Francisco – EUA. No caso estadunidense pode-se perceber as oscilações nos ideais da política criminal na cidade e no condado de São Francisco, Califórnia, em que, apesar de certo clamor público por um endurecimento penal durante a pandemia em função de novas configurações locais da criminalidade, a promotoria progressista se manteve focada em políticas de desencarceramento, com populações carcerárias reduzidas por questões sanitárias de saúde, mesmo que a custos políticos do representante Chesa Bouldin que foi destituído do seu cargo de promotor-chefe com sua posição contra uma onda conservadora de recrudescimento penal. Já no caso brasileiro, descrevemos como se deu a atuação dos sistemas de Justiça Criminal e penitenciário frente ao cenário da Pandemia do COVID-19 a partir da (in)aplicabilidade da Recomendação 62 do CNJ de 2020, destinada aos juízes e tribunais no sentido da “adoção de medidas preventivas à propagação da infecção pelo novo Coronavírus no âmbito dos sistemas de justiça penal e socioeducativo”, inclusive no sentido de reavaliar as prisões provisórias nesse contexto - e seus efeitos perante suas finalidades propostas. Enquanto vimos uma política criminal progressista no caso dos EUA, apesar dos embates políticos sobre a questão; no Brasil, não houve de fato uma ruptura das práticas tradicionais punitivas sobre os encarcerados, mesmo com a referida Recomendação perante os Tribunais.
Ativismo e controle judicial: uma distinção à luz da segurança jurídica
Authors: Cademartori Luiz Henrique Urquhart , Carvalho Camila Fernandes , Appelt Paulo Vinícios , Souza Pedro Serpa de
Published: February 2024

O artigo analisa o ativismo judicial como resultado da desnaturação das funções típicas do Executivo e Legislativo, somado à crise de legitimidade, representatividade e funcionalidade que sensibiliza o equilíbrio dos Poderes. Para isso, utiliza-se o método bibliográfico qualitativo, aplicado à Constituição da República Federativa do Brasil, doutrina e legislação brasileira, a fim de questionar o uso abusivo do controle jurisdicional do Poder Judiciário, repercutido pela postura ativista, que se coloca em dissonância ao controle judicial em tempos de instabilidade democrática. Nesse sentido, explora-se a configuração do ativismo judicial no sistema judicial brasileiro, com destaque para as decisões do Supremo Tribunal Federal, considerando as intromissões na atuação do Poder Legislativo, como no caso da (in)fidelidade partidária e da relativização da coisa julgada em matéria tributária. Ademais, busca-se a comparação entre o cenário enfrentado e o que prevê o ordenamento jurídico a título de procedimento, instrumento fundamental para a consolidação da segurança jurídica como pilar indissociável do Estado Democrático de Direito. Por fim, apura-se a possibilidade de aceitar o ativismo judicial em um caráter de exceção e contrastá-lo com o controle judicial, cuja assimetria com o ativismo muitas vezes é desconsiderada, posto que se tratam de condutas dessemelhantes.
Implementasi metode cramer menggunakan microsoft excel dalam penyelesaian rangkaian listrik arus searah
Authors: Aida Nur , Verawati Nenengsih , Pratiwi Indra , Muttaqin Khairul
Published: February 2024

Direct current electrical circuits are one of the materials studied by students majoring in electrical engineering. To solve electrical circuit problems, students must understand the material on systems of linear equations and matrices. The purpose of this study is to find out what percentage of students apply the Cramer method with the help of Microsoft excel in solving problems of systems of linear equations in direct current electric circuits. This research is qualitative descriptive study. Data collection technique used is the documentation of test results. The subjects of this study were 52 students. First semester of the 2022/2023 academic year, majoring in electrical engineering. The instrument used is a description test of 5 questions, and the results of interviews. Data analysis technique by looking at the effectiveness of using Microsoft Excel in learning a system of linear equations with the Cramer rule method, the results are in the moderate category. To solve the problem of a system of linear equations in direct current circuits as much 62,2% of students it is easier to use the Cramer method and can quickly use Microsoft Excel assistance in calculations, even for many n variabels.
Pengaruh gaya kognitif FI-FD dan minat belajar terhadap pemahaman konsep matematika pada materi segitiga dan segiempat
Authors: Akhiroh Mazro'atul , Zawawi Irwani , Khikmiyah Fatimatul
Published: February 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine whether the field dependent-field independent cognitive style and interest in learning partially or simultaneously affect the understanding of mathematical concepts. This type of research is a quantitative study with a population of all class VII SMP Muhammadiyah 4 Kebomas, namely as many as 57 students, a sample of 30 respondents was taken utilizing corresponding arbitrary inspecting strategy. Information assortment procedures are by survey and test. Information examination method utilizing various direct relapse investigation. In light of the aftereffects of the relapse test, the results show that: 1) There is a significant influence of cognitive style and interest in learning simultaneously on the understanding of mathematical concepts. 2) There is a significant influence of cognitive style on the understanding of mathematical concepts. 3) There is a massive impact of interest in learning on the understanding of mathematical concepts. Based on data analysis, it can be interpreted that field dependent-field independent cognitive style and interest in learning partially or simultaneously have a significant effect on the understanding of mathematical concepts.
Analisis kontribusi konsep matematis pada sawah lodok khas kearifan lokal masyarakat manggarai
Authors: Lana Sugiarti  , Ali Ferdinandus Ardian
Published: February 2024

This study aims to find out the contribution of mathematical concepts to lodok rice fields (ricefield spider net) in Manggarai Regency. The main instrument is the researcher himself, and the supporting instruments are observation and interview guidelines. Data was collected by means of field observations and interviews with manggarai traditional leaders, where the selection of traditional leaders used a purposive sampling technique. To obtain valid and reliable data, the researchers used technique triangulation and source triangulation. Data analysis used is reducing data, presenting data, and drawing conclusions or verification. The results of the study found that the shape of lodok rice fields in Manggarai Regency was made by applying the concept of ''Circle Center Point'' at the meeting point (node point) of the land of all residents, which is referred to as Lodok and the concept of  ''Juring Circle'' on the shape and size of the land area of each resident as well as a barrier to land ownership rights between one resident and another, known as Langang or Lance.
Pengembangan LKPD berbasis problem based instruction (PBI) untuk kemampuan pemecahan masalah matematika siswa
Authors: Puspita Sari Della , Desniarti
Published: February 2024

This research aims to develop LKPD based on Problem Based Instruction (PBI) for students' mathematical problem solving abilities. This type of research is the research and development (R&D) ADDIE development model. Validity, practicality and effectiveness are the three kinds of instruments to be analyzed. The research subjects for the validity test are lecturers as media experts and teachers as material experts. While the practical and effectiveness test subjects were thirty eighth graders. The research instruments used are questionnaires and tests. The data analysis techniques used are qualitative data analysis from validator comments and suggestions and quantitative data analysis in the form of scoring the percentage of validity, practicality and effectiveness of LKPD. Research conclusions: (1) Problem Based Instruction (PBI)-based LKPD on opportunity material meets the criteria, is very valid, very practical and very effective and can be used in the student learning process (2) Student learning outcomes after participating in learning using Problem Based Instruction (PBI)-based LKPD have met the expected problem-solving ability indicators.
Matematika anak usia dini: Analisis kegiatan berhitung terhadap standar pendidikan matematika NCTM
Authors: Lestari Ririn Hunafa , Aprianti Ema , Hartini Hartini
Published: February 2024

Many academics and practitioners do research and teaching to develop early childhood numeracy skills by involving various learning elements such as teaching methods and learning media. The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) is the largest mathematics teacher organization in the world to explain mathematics education into two standards, namely content standards and process standards. Therefore, this research aims to examine numeracy activities against NCTM mathematics education standards. To discuss this objective, the research method used is a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) of 21 research articles which can be accessed on the Google Scholar website for the year 2022-2023. After the data was obtained, the data was analyzed using thematic data analysis. The research results show that learning elements which include teaching methods and learning media to introduce and develop numeracy skills in early childhood can be used to introduce and develop mathematical abilities in the NCTM mathematics education content standards, namely algebra, geometry, measurement data analysis, and probability.
Analisis kemampuan literasi numerasi mahasiswa pada implementasi program kampus mengajar
Authors: Yuwono Muhammad Ridlo , Zudha Ferryka Putri , Setyandari Ana , Munif Fika Aisyah
Published: February 2024

The aim of this research is obtain a profile of the numeracy literacy abilities of students who have participated in the Teaching Campus program through analysis of the problem solving. This type of research is a case study. The subjects of this research were alumni of the Class 3 Teaching Campus at Widya Dharma University. Research data collection uses test methods and interview methods. The research instruments are the main instrument (researcher) and auxiliary instrument (numeracy literacy test). This research uses triangulation techniques to obtain valid data. The results of this research are (1) in text type questions students mention important information, do not formulate the problem, do not write down strategies, solve the problem correctly, check again without alternative solutions; (2) on text and image type questions, students mention important information and formulate problems, convey strategies, implement strategies with wrong image patterns, recheck answers; and (3) on text and table type questions, students mention important information and formulate the problem briefly, do not convey strategies, solve problems by paying attention to tables, and are less careful in analyzing text and table.
Kemampuan penalaran matematis konten PLSV ditinjau dari gaya belajar siswa di SMP
Authors: Kurniawati Sindi , Machromah Isnaeni Umi
Published: February 2024

This study was motivated by the low mathematical reasoning ability of students. This happens because students cannot fulfill the indicators of mathematical reasoning. This study aims to describe students' mathematical reasoning ability on the material of linear equation one variable based on students' learning style. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative. The subjects of this study were three students consisting of one visual learning style student, one audiotorial learning style student, and one kinesthetic learning style student of class VIII A SMP Negeri 1 Kemusu. Data collection techniques in this study used questionnaires, tests, and interviews. Questionnaires were used to categorize students' learning styles. While the test was conducted to determine the mathematical reasoning ability of students and interviews were conducted to strengthen the answers to the test questions that had been done. The results of this study indicate that visual learning style and kinesthetic learning style students have high mathematical reasoning and audiotorial learning style has low mathematical reasoning.
Peningkatan literasi numerasi melalui model pembelajaran dan hubungannya dengan kemampuan self-efficacy: Systematic literatur review
Authors: Moh Slamet Sutrimo  , Sajdah Siti Nurul , Sinambela Yohana Veronica Feibe , Bagas Rooskartiko
Published: February 2024

This study aims to describe the improvement of numeracy literacy through learning models and its correlation with self-efficacy capabilities.. The research method employed is a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) comprising three stages: planning, conducting, and reporting. Data collection involved identifying relevant articles based on predetermined criteria. The study examined 19 articles retrieved through a Google Scholar database search, facilitated by the Publish Or Perish software. Data synthesis was presented through tabulation and reinforced with a narrative format. The findings indicate that the improvement of numeracy literacy in elementary and secondary schools from 2020 to 2023 is predominantly pursued through the implementation of problem-based learning (PBL) models. Additionally, students' self-efficacy capabilities influence their success in learning. Furthermore, students' numeracy literacy correlates positively with self-efficacy, evidenced by higher self-efficacy correlating with higher numeracy literacy skills.
Stratospheric chlorine processing after the unprecedented Hunga Tonga eruption
Authors: Zhang Jun , Wang Peidong , Kinnison Douglas Edward , Solomon Susan , Guan Jian , Zhu Yunqian
Published: February 2024

Following the Hunga Tonga–Hunga Ha’apai (HTHH) eruption in January
2022, a significant reduction in stratospheric hydrochloric acid (HCl)
was observed in the Southern Hemisphere mid-latitudes during the latter
half of 2022, suggesting potential chlorine activation. The objective of
this study is to comprehensively understand the substantial loss of HCl
in the aftermath of HTHH. Satellite measurements along with a global
chemistry-climate model are employed for the analysis. We find strong
agreement of 2022 anomalies between the modeled and the measured data.
The observed tracer-tracer relations between N2O and HCl indicate a
significant role of chemical processing in the observed HCl reduction,
especially during the austral winter of 2022. Further examining the
roles of chlorine gas-phase and heterogeneous chemistry, we find that
heterogeneous chemistry emerges as the primary driver for the chemical
loss of HCl, with the reaction between HOBr and HCl on sulfate aerosols
identified as the dominant loss process.
Unique Temperature Trend Pattern Associated with Internally Driven Global Cooling and Arctic Warming during 1980-2022
Authors: Sweeney Aodhan John , Fu Qiang , Po-Chedley Stephen , Wang Hailong , Wang Muyin
Published: February 2024

Diagnosing the role of internal variability over recent decades is
critically important for both model validation and projections of future
warming. Recent research suggests that for 1980-2022 internal
variability manifested as Global Cooling and Arctic Warming (i-GCAW),
leading to enhanced Arctic Amplification (AA) and suppressed global
warming over this period. Here we show that the observationally derived
i-GCAW is rare in CMIP6 large ensembles, but simulations that do produce
similar i-GCAW exhibit a unique and robust internally driven global
surface air temperature (SAT) trend pattern. This unique pattern of SAT
change features enhanced warming in Barents and Kara Sea and cooling in
the tropical Eastern Pacific and Southern Ocean. Given that these
features are imprinted in the observed record over recent decades, this
work suggests that internal variability makes a crucial contribution to
the discrepancy between model-simulated forced SAT trend pattern and
observations.
Detecting vegetation stress in mixed forest ecosystems through the joint use of tree-water monitoring and land surface modeling
Authors: Jimenez-Rodriguez César Dionisio , Fabiani Ginevra , Schoppach Rémy , Mallick Kaniska , Schymanski Stan , Sulis Mauro
Published: February 2024

Recent European heatwaves have significantly impacted forest ecosystems,
leading to increased plant water stress. Advances in land surface models
aim to improve the representation of vegetation drought responses by
incorporating plant hydraulics into the plant functional type (PFT)
classification system. However, reliance on PFTs may inadequately
capture the diverse plant hydraulic traits (PHTs), potentially biasing
transpiration and vegetation water stress representations. The detection
of vegetation drought stress is further complicated by the mixing of
different tree species and forest patches. This study uses the Community
Land Model version 5.0 to simulate an experimental mixed-forest
catchment with configurations representing standalone, patched mixed,
and fully mixed forests. Biome-generic, PFT-specific, or
species-specific PHTs are employed. Results emphasize the crucial role
of accurately representing mixed forests in reproducing observed
vegetation water stress and transpiration fluxes for both broadleaf and
needleleaf tree species. The dominant vegetation fraction is a key
determinant, influencing aggregated vegetation response patterns.
Segregation level in PHT parameterizations shapes differences between
observed and simulated transpiration fluxes. Simulated root water
potential emerges as a potential metric for detecting vegetation stress
periods. However, the model’s plant hydraulic system has limitations in
reproducing the long-term effects of extreme weather events on
needleleaf tree species. These findings highlight the complexity of
modeling mixed forests and underscore the need for improved
representation of plant diversity in land surface models to enhance the
understanding of vegetation water stress under changing climate
conditions.
Prevalence and Predictive Factors for Celiac Disease in Children With Type 1 Diabetes: Whom and When to Screen? A Nationwide Longitudinal Cohort Study of Swedish Children
Authors: Lindgren Marie , Norström Fredrik , Persson Martina , Elding Larsson Helena , Forsander Gun , Åkesson Karin , Samuelsson Ulf , Ludvigsson Johnny , Carlsson Annelie
Published: February 2024

OBJECTIVE

To examine the prevalence and predictive factors for celiac disease (CD) after a diagnosis of type 1 diabetes (T1D) in children and adolescents, to improve the current screening guidelines.

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS

The association between sex, age at T1D diagnosis, HLA, and diabetes autoantibodies, and a diagnosis of CD was examined in 5,295 children with T1D from the Better Diabetes Diagnosis study in Sweden.

RESULTS

The prevalence of biopsy-proven CD was 9.8%, of which 58.2% already had a CD diagnosis before or at T1D onset. Almost all, 95.9%, were diagnosed with CD within 5 years after the T1D diagnosis. Younger age at the T1D diagnosis and being homozygote for DQ2 increased the risk of CD after T1D, but neither sex nor diabetes-related autoantibodies were associated with the risk.

CONCLUSIONS

Age at and time after diabetes diagnosis should be considered in screening guidelines for CD in children with T1D.
Maternal Serum Biomarkers for the Early Prediction of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
Authors: V Sathya
Published: February 2024

The prevalence of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is increasing because of the worldwide obesity/diabetes epidemic. The complications of untreated GDM affect both the mother and baby and include complications during pregnancy as well as increased risk of subsequent type-2 Diabetes in mother and offspring. Screening for glucose intolerance during pregnancy provides an opportunity to offer management to those women diagnosed with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). Standard tests for hyperglycemia in diabetes, such as fasting glucose and glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) are not currently recommended for GDM screening. Instead, an oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) is specified, which is invasive, time-consuming, and not easily accessible to many at-risk populations. In this article, we describe a multianalyte maternal serum profile test that incorporates novel glycoprotein biomarkers include endocrine and metabolic hormones like Myokines & cytokines (Adiponectin, Irisin, HCG, Insulin, Ferritin, PAPP-A, Resistin, CRP, Fibronectin, Leptin and SHBG). Further studies are warranted to determine the Reliability of these markers.
Association between Hypothyroidism and Chronic Kidney Disease in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Saudi Community b based Hospital- A Retrospective Single Centre Study
Authors: SJ Aljabri Khalid
Published: February 2024

Background and objective: The association between type 2 diabetes (T2DM) complicated with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and hypothyroidisms were not well studied. To estimate retrospectively the prevalence of hypothyroidism in patients with T2DM complicated with CKD in Saudi community based hospital. Design: We analyzed retrospectively 1364 participants with T2DM whom are between the ages 20 to 96 years. All patients were from the population of the Primary health centre at King Fahad Armed Forces Hospital, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. All data were collected on the basis of a review of electronic medical data. Patients with Thyrotropin level (TSH) above the normal range of TSH for our laboratory reference, history of hypothyroidism and taking thyroid replacement therapy were included. Patient who are pregnant were excluded. All patients in the present study fulfilled the revised National Kidney Foundation criteria for the diagnosis of CKD. Results: Out of 1286 subjects with T2DM, there were 346 cases (26.9%) male and 940 cases (73.1%) were female with mean age 55.4±12.3 and body mass index 31.8±6.3 kg/m2. There were 53 cases (4.1%), 736 cases (57.2%) and 346 cases (26.9%) with CKD, hypertension and hypothyroidism respectively. The mean TSH and FT4 value was 4.2±8.0 mIU/l and 15.1±2.9 pmol/l respectively. Among cases of T2DM and CKD, there were 21 cases (39.6 %) with hypothyroidism, p=0.04. Regression analysis of odd ratio of risk factors for patients with T2DM and CKD with hypothyroidism showed that male gender, age, presence of hypothyroidism and HbA1c were associated with higher likely hood of CKD, (OR=11.5; 95% confidence interval [CI]=5.2, 25.6), p<0.0001), (OR=1.1; 95% CI=1.04, 1.1), p=0.004), (OR=4.4; 95% CI=2.1, 9.1), p<0.0001) and (OR=1.2; 95% CI=1.04, 1.4), p=0.01) respectively. Hypothyroidism with CKD was more prevalent in the seventh decade (17%). Prevalence of hypothyroidism was more prevalent across all age groups and significantly more prevalent in males as compared to females in the sixth (1.7% vs. 0.3%) and seventh (0.9% vs. 0.2%) decades. Conclusion: We conclude that despite the limitations of this hospital-based retrospective study, hypothyroidism is highly prevalent in cohort of Saudis with CKD and T2DM. The majority of our patients with primary hypothyroidism in our finding were predominantly males. These two observations remain to be validated by population-based studies. In the absence of registry data, larger cooperative studies involving diverse population samples from multiple centers could help to provide further information on the true frequency nationally
Digital Media, Social Bubbles, Extremism and Challenges Implicated in the Construction of Identity and Respect for Diversity and Cultural Pluralism
Authors: ARDC Pizolati
Published: February 2024

The extensive use of digital platforms has presented considerable challenges to democracy, particularly in the realms of politics and ideology in Brazil. The emergence of digital echo chambers and the rise of extreme viewpoints pose threats to social cohesion, informed decision-making, and the development of individual identities. This analysis focuses specifically on identity formation, the creation and dissemination of information, emphasizing its repercussions on social identity and cultural diversity. Consequently, the influence of these echo chambers in promoting extremist views in this context is just one facet of the broader ideological, racial, and class polarization facing the nation. To face these challenges, it is imperative to defend critical and reflective education on the role and use of social networks, both in the educational system and in the daily lives of young people and society
Sexual Dysfunction
Authors: Haider Rehan
Published: February 2024

Sexual disorder refers to a wide variety of problems that may affect a man’s or woman’s ability to enjoy intercourse and make healthy sexual connections. It consists of miscellaneous problems that have connections with lust, arousal, appearance, and vindication and can deeply impact an individual’s standard satisfaction of boom and intellectual fitness. There are various normal forms of sexual disorder. Erectile dysfunction (ED), as an example, is the failure to acquire or uphold enough erection to make love, typically shifting partners. On the other hand, wives can also enjoy environments such as girl intercourse choice disease (FSAD) or hypoactive sexual preference ailment (HSDD), which may bring about dwindling intercourse hobbies or trouble, turning into sexual excitement. Mental determinants, including pressure, fear, depression, and dating questions, play a significant role in the occurrence and persistence of sexual dysfunction. Additionally, recuperation environments such as diabetes, heart failure, hormonal imbalances, and certain tablets can have an impact on intercourse questions, and lifestyle determinants such as substance abuse, warmth, and motionless behaviour can further inflame these issues. Sex disorders are treatable conditions. A comprehensive approach to conditions concedes opportunities, together with an analysis of individuals and couples, to address psychological issues and enhance thoughts. Medications, such as Viagra, for EDD or delivery may be recommended when vital. Nevertheless, lifestyle adjustments, including adopting an extra-energetic weight loss program and making workouts habitual, can have a beneficial effect. Sexual disorders are complex and difficult cases, and pursuing expert assistance from a healthcare worker or counsellor is vital for those experiencing these difficulties. Open thoughts and auxiliary surroundings are vital in forwarding and dealing with sex disorder, subsequently reconstructing an individual’s standard intercourse energy and well-being. consumer-key conversation Sexual disorder dysfunction kinds Erectile disorder (ED) lady sex tickling ailment (FSAD) Hypo active lust disease (HSDD) mental determinants pressure tension despair courting troubles medical environments Diabetes is a cardiovascular ailment Hormonal imbalances medicinal drugs Viagra Hormone medicinal drug way of life determinants Substance abuse Smoking Sedentary behaviour remedy therapy and couples medication medicinal drugs and lifestyle modifications verbal exchange Healthcare provider Supportive environment Sexual well-being
Rudimentary and Incipient-Yolk Sac Tumour- Testis
Authors: Bajaj Anubha
Published: February 2024

Yolk sac tumour of testis configures as a germ cell neoplasm comprised of cellular articulations or structures simulating embryonic or foetal yolk sac, allantois and extra-embryonal mesenchyme. Testicular yolk sac tumour is pre-eminently comprised of prepubertal subtype which is non-concordant to germ cell neoplasia in situ, emerges as a ‘pure’ neoplasm and demonstrates multiple gains within chromosome 1q, 20q or 22 and losses within chromosomes 1p, 4 or 6q. Postpubertal subtype is concurrent to germ cell neoplasia in situ (GCNIS), preponderantly configures as a component of ‘mixed tumour’ and occurs due to testicular dysgenesis syndrome, subfertility or as single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) variants within KITLG, SPRY4 or DMRT1 genes and expounds gain of isochromosome 12p. Upon microscopy, neoplasm may configure distinctive configurations as microcystic or reticular pattern, macrocystic pattern, myxomatous pattern, sarcomatoid or spindle shaped cellular pattern, solid pattern, glandular or alveolar pattern, endodermal sinus or perivascular pattern, hepatoid pattern, papillary pattern, parietal pattern or poly-vesicular vitelline pattern. Yolk sac tumour appears immune reactive to alpha fetoprotein (AFP), glypican 3, SALL4, pancytokeratin, villin or CK7. Neoplastic cells appear immune non-reactive to OCT3/4, CD30, CD117, placental alkaline phosphatase (PLAP), podoplanin (D2-40), inhibin, GATA3 or p63. Testicular yolk sac tumour requires segregation from neoplasms as teratoma, seminoma, embryonal carcinoma, rete testis with hyaline globules and microcystic leydig cell tumour. Tumefaction preponderantly depicts elevated levels of serum alpha fetoprotein (AFP). Testicular yolk sac tumour may be optimally subjected to surgical manoeuvers as orchiectomy.
Metoclopramide Versus Hyosine Butyl-Bromide in Shortening Duration of First Stage of Labour Among Nulliparous Women in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State
Authors: UWAKWE Emmanuel Chijioke , DARLINTON-PETER CHIBUZOR UGOJI , ORTUANYA Kelvin Emeka , OKOYE Paschal Chijioke , ENEMMA Enemma Christian , ELOM Chukwuma , MARCEL-ONWUDIWE Chinomnso Stella
Published: February 2024

Background: Administering antispasmodics during labour could lead to faster and more effective dilatation of the cervix preventing prolonged labour. However, due to scarce information on it, with no generally agreed protocol for its use in labour. This study is aimed to see if we can have more positive findings to support the existing literature for probable consideration as a protocol in labour management. Methodology: This was equivalence, open label; placebo controlled randomized trial among nulliparous women over a six months period. Eligible participants were randomized to receive a slow intravenous medication of one of these three medications-Metoclopramide (10mg), Hyoscine Bromide (20mg) or placebo. They were managed according to the institutional intrapartum protocol. Primary outcome was the duration of first stage of labour. Secondary outcome includes the rate of cervical dilatation, total duration of labour, route of delivery and Apgar score at 5th minute. Data was analysed with SPSS, version 25.0 (2017, SPSS Inc., Chicago IL, USA) and by the concept of intention to treat protocol. P-value of less than 0.05 was taken as significant. Results: Sixty women were included in the metoclopramide group, 59 women in the hyoscine bromide group and 61 women in the placebo group. There was statistically significant difference in the mean reduction of the first stage of labour (263.84±139.44mins=Metoclopramide), (Hyoscine Bromide=241.33±121.56mins) and (placebo = 318.43±203.44mins). The total mean duration of labour was significantly significant different among the groups (P<0.05), (295.86±138.7 = Metoclopramide, (271.69±122.35 = hyoscine butyl bromide) and (350.24±201.48 = placebo). There are no statistically significant differences among other variables studied. Conclusion: Metoclopramide is as effective as hyoscine butyl bromide in shortening duration of first stage of labour in nulliparous women with no recorded adverse effect. I recommend that they should be introduced as part of the protocol in active management of labour.
Clinical Trial.gov: NCT05222646
A Deep Learning-Based Embedded System for Pest Bird Sound Detection and Proximity Estimation
Authors: Aman Euhid , Wang Hwang-Cheng
Published: February 2024

Cultivating crops is vital for driving economies, and maintaining agricultural fields is crucial for sustaining food production. This initiative centers on addressing the issue of pest birds, specifically starlings, within vineyards. The proposed strategy employs sound signals to detect and distinguish starling birds within the vineyard environment. Through an analysis of audio inputs from the surroundings, the system can effectively recognize unique sound patterns associated with starling birds, utilizing deep learning techniques. Furthermore, this project incorporates ultrasonic sensors for distance estimation, enabling the calculation of the bird’s proximity from a fixed point within the vineyard. All of these detection and estimation processes are executed on a RP2040 microcontroller, specifically the Cortex-M0+ 133 MHz variant. Following the detection phase, an autonomous vehicle equipped with red diode lasers can be dispatched to the designated location to deter the pest birds and safeguard the vineyards from unwanted disruptions and crop losses.
Spatial Tumor Heterogeneity in a Young Female with Lung Adenocarcinoma and Brain Metastasis
Authors: Krēsliņa Ieva , Gašenko Evita , Hegmane Alinta , Zvirbule Zanete , Plāte Signe , Maksimova Santa
Published: February 2024

Small cell lung cancer (SCLC) and non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) are the two different forms of lung cancer, the latter subtype accounts for approximately 85% of cases. Lung cancer is estimated to be the main cause of all cancer deaths, accounting for nearly 1,800,000 deaths globally in 2020.
In this clinical case, we describe a female patient with non-specific symptoms over an approximate duration of one and a half years. Metastatic lung adenocarcinoma was diagnosed after the onset of severe neurological symptoms, brain surgery, and historical analysis of the large pathological brain mass. Following this, the tumor in the lung, which was small in size and the sole metabolically active site of the disease, was surgically removed. The recurrence in the brain and the onset of new neurological symptoms occurred rapidly—within three months, necessitating a second operation. Histological examination of the primary tumor and metastasis unveiled significant disparities–the primary tumor was moderately differentiated with PD-L1 expression (programmed death-ligand 1) within the range of 1 to 49%, while metastasis was poorly differentiated and PD-L1 negative, both absent of EGFR mutations (epidermal growth factor receptor) and ALK fusion (anaplastic lymphoma kinase). Following two brain operations, the patient underwent three-dimensional conformal radiation therapy (3DCRT). Subsequently, the initiation of systemic therapy was postponed by a two-month interval due to the activation of chronic hepatitis C virus infection.
This case study contributes to the growing body of knowledge aimed at enhancing our grasp of tumor heterogeneity and dynamics of progression.
Determining the diagnostic value of the markers of congenital metabolic disorders by chromatography–mass spectrometry
Authors: Mamedov IS , Zolkina IV , Sukhorukov VS , Krapivkin AI
Published: February 2024

Thorough investigation of metabolome by mass spectrometry is of great importance for personalized and preventive medicine. It is only timely laboratory diagnosis involving the use of high-tech chromatographic analysis methods that can help identify the patients with disorders of amino acid and acylcarnitine metabolism. The study was aimed to determine the efficacy of conventional and additional markers of metabolic disorders of amino acids and acylcarnitines detected by chromatography–mass spectrometry for the diagnosis of congenital metabolic disorders in children, as well as to create specific panels of the most effective indicators and determine the potential diagnostic efficacy of indentification of the relationships between the levels of amino acids and acylcarnitines in pediatric patients with congenital metabolic disorders. We assessed amino acid and acylcarnitine profiles in blood spots by high-performance liquid chromatography–tandem mass spectrometry in patients aged 6 months to 16 years (48 boys and 32 girls) with suspected aminoacidopathy and organic aciduria/acidemia. The comparison group consisted of 35 children with suspected peroxisomal metabolic disorders, the control group included 40 generally healthy children of various age groups. The data obtained were used to conduct the analysis of correlations between the groups of markers. Strong correlation was revealed for the levels of metabolically most closely related compounds (r < 0.8, р < 0.001). However, a similar relationship between metabolically not closely related compounds (correlation coefficient 0.45–0.73 (р < 0.001)) was revealed for some groups of compounds. Thus, the acylcarnitine profile can be proposed as an additional potential marker to be used in cases of borderline phenylalanine levels, and the sum of normalized acylcarnitine levels (С12+С16) can be a potential secondary marker of phenylketonuria.
Digital Innovation Hubs and portfolio of their services across European economies
Authors: Gavkalova Nataliia , Gładysz Bartłomiej , Quadrini Walter , Sassanelli Claudio , Asplund Fredrik , Ramli Muhammad Rusyadi , Detzner Peter , Deville Jane , Dragic Miroslav , Van Erp Tim , Georgescu Amalia , Price Liz , Robertsone Galina , Terzi Sergio
Published: February 2024

Research background: Digital ecosystems in Europe are heterogenous organizations involving different economies, industries, and contexts. Among them, Digital Innovation Hubs (DIHs) are considered a policy-driven organization fostered by the European Commission to push companies’ digital transition through a wide portfolio of supporting services.
Purpose of the article: There are DIHs existing in all European economies, but literature needs more precise indications about their status and nature. The purpose is to study a distribution of DIHs and differences in portfolios of DIHs’ services across European economies. Therefore, the paper wants to deliver more precise data on effects on national and European policies. This is required to define their final role and scope in the complex dynamics of the digital transition, depending on regional context and heterogeneity of industries.
Methods: Data on 38 economies was collected from the S3 platform (on both existing and in preparation DIHs) and further verified by native speaking researchers using manual web scrapping of websites of DIHs identified from S3. To find potential similarities of digital ecosystems in different economies as emanated by the existence of DIHs, clusterization (Ward’s method and Euclidean distances) was applied according to the services offered. Economies were clustered according to the number of DIHs and the spread of DIHs intensity in different cities. The results were further analyzed according to the scope of the provided services.
Findings & value added:  The applied clustering classified European economies in four different sets, according to the types of services offered by the DIHs. These sets are expression of the different digitalization statuses and strategies of the selected economies and, as such, the services a company can benefit from in a specific economy. Potential development-related reasons behind the data-driven clustering are then conjectured and reported, to guide companies and policy makers in their digitalization strategies.
Subcutaneous Emphysema as a Complication of Laparoscopic thyroidectomy
Authors: Shin Ki Young , Bae Jangho , Goh Daehun , Kang Seungsik
Published: February 2024

Laparoscopic surgery requires some anesthetic considerations and has complications that we must to know. One of them is subcutaneous emphysema. In this report we present a case of occurring subcutaneous emphysema during elective laparoscopic total thyroidectomy(BABA, Bilateral Axillo-Breast approach). The patient was treated conservatively and recovered completely. She was discharged from the Hospital without any complication.
Phonology and Maharah Kalam in Scopus Publications: Content Analysis and Development Trends
Authors: Ardianingtyas Nurani Tri , Nurrohman Taufik
Published: February 2024

This study explores the relationship between phonology and Arabic language learning by analyzing document publications indexed in Scopus from 1980 to 2022. Focusing on maharah kalam (speaking skills) phonology, this study investigates its integration into Arabic education, the prominent affiliations, and researchers' search approaches. Using bibliometric analysis, the findings reveal an irregular annual publication pattern, mostly articles (181 document articles). The University of Haifa leads with 19 articles, and Amayreh MM. is the most prolific author (five articles). Sub-content trends vary over the decade. Recommendations include increased publications, exploring the University of Haifa's role, and encouraging Indonesian researchers. The study concludes with future research avenues, emphasizing expanded publications and exploring the University of Haifa's impact. In summary, it provides insights into phonology and maharah kalam studies, identifies contributors, and suggests future directions within Scopus publications from 1980 to 2022.
Library Users’ Intention to Continue Using USULib Mobile Post the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Himma Dewiyana  , Darmayana Dean Muhammad
Published: February 2024

The use of mobile phones has increased in various areas during the COVID-19 pandemic, including the adoption of mobile libraries. This research aims to understand users' intentions to continue using USULib Mobile after the pandemic. Using a quantitative descriptive approach, the study focused on the entire population of USU Library users who utilize USULib Mobile, with a research sample of 250 respondents. Data collection involved questionnaires, observations, and documentation studies covering eight UTAUT2 indicators, twenty-six variables, and forty-six questions. Descriptive methods were used for data analysis, and data validity was assessed using a rating scale. The results showed a generally strong inclination among users to persist in using USULib Mobile after the COVID-19 pandemic. The most influential factor was habit, particularly linked to the experience variable, indicating that the use of USULib Mobile had become a deeply ingrained habit during the pandemic. On the contrary, the least influential factor was hedonic motivation, specifically the variable related to fun or pleasure, which requires further investigation.
Dalla collaborazione alla confusione. Interferenze romanze nelle produzioni di studenti di italiano LX madrelingua cechi
Authors: Ripamonti Fabio
Published: February 2024

I rischi di inferenze ingannevoli e di una produzione linguistica di scarsa precisione da parte di studenti stranieri di italiano che conoscono una o più lingue romanze non sono stati ancora sufficientemente considerati nella prospettiva dell’intercomprensione romanza. Sulla base di testi scritti da studenti madrelingua cechi si osserva in quali modi si può manifestare questo tipo di interferenza e quali possano essere le possibili soluzioni da applicare.
Italianismi nella lingua giapponese contemporanea: studio semiotico di paesaggi linguistici a Kyoto
Authors: Causa Simone
Published: February 2024

Questo studio propone un’analisi semiotica degli italianismi a Kyoto focalizzandosi sui luoghi di apparizione fisica e la realizzazione grafica. Dopo aver introdotto gli studi precedenti in questo ambito, si presenterà un corpus di occorrenze fotografiche rappresentanti italianismi raccolte in maniera diretta nella città di Kyoto nel 2022. Infine, verrà avanzata un’analisi linguistica qualitativa e quantitativa del corpus che verrà poi confrontata con i risultati degli studi precedenti.
Diversi da chi? Plurilinguismo e interculturalità nella didattica dell’italiano L2: l’esempio della pluriclasse ad abilità differenziate
Authors: Zitelli Gloria
Published: February 2024

Il concetto di ‘diversità’ è insito nell’apprendimento e nell’insegnamento dell’italiano come lingua seconda ed emerge ormai sempre più frequentemente nella quotidianità scolastica. Attraverso la presentazione di un percorso didattico progettato e realizzato all’interno di un contesto di pluriclasse, il contributo intende mettere in luce come la valorizzazione dell’eterogeneità linguistica, in un gruppo multietnico e ad abilità differenziate, possa trasformarsi da problema a risorsa.
Ocular abnormalities in Whippets practicing lure coursing in Poland
Authors: Miazga K. , Tomkowicz J , Wilczak J , Cywińska A.
Published: February 2024

Coursing is a canine sport discipline invented for sighthounds. The dogs chase the mechanically operated lure on an open area at the track that consists of straight lines as well as turns. Thus, the dogs must rely mainly on their sight in order to chase the lure and to compete. Whippets are the most popular sighthound breed in Poland and more and more dogs practice lure coursing on professional level. Several ocular disorders are known or presumed to be inherited in Whippets, so we decided to check how often they occur amongst competing dogs and if they have any impact on the results during competitions. Forty-five regularly competing Whippets underwent complete ophthalmic examination, including evaluation of menace response, pupillary light reflex and dazzle reflex, biomicroscopic examination conducted before and after dilating pupils with topical tropicamide and fundus examination with indirect ophthalmoscopy. Refractive state of each eye was assessed via streak retinoscopy. Ocular abnormalities were identified in 24 dogs (53.3%). The most common finding was vitreous degeneration identified in 9 dogs (20%), five dogs presented multiple lesions. There were no statistically significant differences regarding sex, age, and ranking points between the dogs with and without lesions. However, some of the identified lesions are likely to progress, so we postulate that the ophthalmological examination should receive more attention in sport Whippets, to check if it has any impact on competing dogs at more advanced age.
Multi-criteria Scheduling in Parallel Environment with Learning Effect
Authors: Liu Xinbo , Feng Yue , Ding Ning , Li Rui , Chen Xin
Published: February 2024

This paper is devoted to the study of a multi-criteria scheduling problem on unrelated processors with machines’ learning effect, with the goal of minimizing makespan, machine cost and maximal flow-time simultaneously, which is an NP-hard problem. An improved particle swarm optimization algorithm equipped with the overloaded operators, as well as a procedure of Levy flight, is proposed to generate the Pareto-optimal solutions. The experimental results show that the Levy flight strategy can effectively improve the performance of the algorithm, which can generate more non-dominated solutions, and slightly reduce the execution time of the process.
Linguistic variation in the Pasticciaccio by Carlo Emilio Gadda: translation strategies in the two French versions
Authors: Vinci Serena
Published: February 2024

From the point of view of linguistic variation, this contribution compares the two translations of Quer pasticciaccio brutto de via Merulana by Carlo Emilio Gadda, made by Louis Bonalumi and Jean-Paul Manganaro. The comparison aims to highlight the differences between the two translations, dated 1963 and 2016, respectively, both published by Éditions du Seuil, in order to explore which version of the novel the French reader can access.