bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Extended UTAUT Model for Mobile Learning Adoption Studies
Authors: Chand Sailesh Saras , Kumar Bimal aklesh , Goundar Munil Shiva , Narayan Anupriya
Published: October 2022

Mobile learning has seen tremendous growth in recent years, and the future seems promising with the mass integration of mobile devices in the teaching and learning process. The adoption of mobile learning technology is one of the widely researched areas. In this paper, the unified theory of acceptance and use of technology (UTAUT) model was extended to study mobile learning adoption. Seventy-seven different mobile learning adoption studies were analyzed, and seven new constructs (interaction, self-efficacy, innovation and motivation, satisfaction, attitude, literacy and readiness, and non-functional requirements) were added to the UTAUT model. Validation of the extended model was conducted, and the results indicate that it can positively contribute to the study of mobile learning adoption.
The Indirect Effect of Theory of Mind on the Relationship of Smartphone Addiction and Autism Quotient
Authors: Lee Soon Li , Pereira Jacqueline Thomas , Khasbullah Siti Noor Amyah
Published: October 2022

This research investigated the relationship between smartphone addiction (SA) and autism quotient, considering the indirect effect of theory of mind (ToM). This research successfully recruited 399 smartphone users to complete self-reported measures for SA, ToM, and autism quotient. Initial results with Pearson's correlation revealed a significant negative relationship between excessive smartphone use and ToM. A significant negative correlation was observed between ToM and the gauged autism quotient. However, the measured SA did not correlate significantly with the autism quotient. From the path analysis, the measured SA did not predict autism quotient and ToM significantly, whereas the measured ToM significantly predicted autism quotient. The negative relationship supports that individuals with established ToM are less likely to develop characteristics of autism. The estimated indirect effect was not significant, implying that ToM did not mediate the direct effect of SA on autism quotient. Implications and limitations are further discussed in this manuscript.
A New Information-Based Heuristic for Distributed DDoS Detection and Mitigation
Authors: Nafir Abdenacer , Mazouzi Smaine , Chikhi Salim
Published: October 2022

In this paper a novel collective method for DDoS detection is introduced. The method is distributed and implemented as a multi-agent system, and where local decision is based on an information-based heuristic, namely the entropy. According the calculated entropy a router exchange data with its neighbors aiming at collectively decide if a DDoS is ongoing or not. Most of the works of the literature that are based on the entropy they have used source addresses. The authors' method is based on the entropy of the distances traveled by the packets, so spoofing IP packets will be hard to perform by hackers. Each router combines its decision with those of its neighbors. Such a collective detection allows to apply defense against the attack despite the victim is out of service or cannot perform DDoS mitigation because the traffic is congested in its neighborhood. Conducted experiments using the platform OMNet++ show the potential of the new method for efficient collaborative and distributed detection and mitigation of DDoS attacks.
Image-to-Image Steganography Using Encoder-Decoder Network
Authors: Kumar Vijay , Choudhary Ashish , Vardhan Harsh
Published: October 2022

In this paper, a convolution neural network is utilized for image-to-image steganography using encoder decoder architecture. A new loss function is designed to improve the invisibility of payload image. The encoder-decoder architecture is used for the image-to-image steganography. The developed architecture is evaluated on the well-known image dataset and compared with the recently developed models. The proposed model was able to withstand the stegoanalyzer attack and better visual quality of stego image. It is able to achieve great imperceptibility.
Understanding Top Management Teams' Characteristics for Effective Turnaround Management
Authors: Dzingirai Mufaro , Baporikar Neeta
Published: October 2022

The recently witnessed economic downturn prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic rekindled the interests of management professionals, policymakers, academicians, and researchers in corporate turnaround management. Hence, this study aims to ascertain the top management teams' characteristics for an effective turnaround in the manufacturing sector. Exploratory research design supported this study whereby 16 key informants were recruited for interviews. Adopting thematic analysis, the qualitative results showed the key five top management teams' characteristics for effective turnaround management, namely gender, personal features, educational qualifications, age, and experience. With these results, the study concludes that the heterogeneity of top management teams has a direct bearing on the successful turnaround attempts in the manufacturing sector during an economic crisis. As such, the study recommends the appointment of senior executives based on experience, age, gender, personal features, and educational qualifications.
Reasons for Adolescents' Social Media Use
Authors: Barry Christopher T. , Briggs Jacob Matthew , Briggs Shanelle M. , Sidoti Chloe L.
Published: October 2022

Previous research has documented a relation between social media use and adolescent well-being. However, little is known about whether this connection is based on the reasons why adolescents use social media. Adolescent uses of social media, along with how such factors correlate with parent-reported mental health concerns and adolescent-reported self-perception, were assessed in 202 parent-adolescent dyads (with adolescents ranging in age from 14-17). Higher reported social media engagement (i.e., higher number of accounts, greater frequency of checking) were associated with parent-reported mental health concerns, as well as adolescent-reported loneliness, fear of missing out (FoMO), narcissism, and lower self-esteem. However, these relations were most applicable to using social media to cope with stress or to express emotions. These findings are further discussed in terms of ways in which social media use may be adaptive or maladaptive for youth.
A Formal Statistical Data Modeling for Knowledge Discovery and Prognostic Reasoning of Arecanut Crop using Data Analytics
Authors: Rithesh Pakkala Permanki Guthu  , Shamantha Rai Bellipady
Published: October 2022

The rapidly evolving agronomic conditions and the cost of investing in agriculture are significant obstacles for farmers. The production of plantation crops must be increased to improve the farmers' financial state, and thus, there is a need to identify the various factors resulting in increased productivity. The proposed research aims to build a prognostic reasoning model that identifies and analyses the various optimal features influencing survival rate, flowering time, and crop yield of the areca nut crop using a data analytics technique. The optimal features are obtained by applying chi square test on the real dataset collected from the farmers. The resultant features are evaluated using different classifiers: naïve bayes, random forest, logistic regression, and decision tree. It has been found that the random forest performs better than other classifiers for the survival rate with a prediction accuracy of 99.33% and crop yield with a prediction accuracy of 99.67%. In contrast, the logistic regression gives a good result for the flowering time with a prediction accuracy of 95.33%.
A Core Industrial Maintenance Ontology Development Process
Authors: Zemmouchi-Ghomari Leila , Midoune Badreddine , Djamiai Nadhir
Published: October 2022

Operational safety is at the center of all companies' concerns because increasing productivity is the top priority. Moreover, the high cost of breakdowns invests in a maintenance strategy, one of the most critical aspects of a manufacturing system. In the digital age, e-maintenance platforms can interoperate technically but fail to achieve semantic interoperability. The results are ambiguities and misunderstandings that can lead to equipment shutdowns or inefficient use of material resources. However, as formal knowledge specifications, ontologies have successfully integrated heterogeneous systems for some time. Therefore, the authors developed a core industrial maintenance ontology that is both generic and capable of extending and refining to meet semantic information repository requirements. Ontologies can unite and merge different datasets without adapting new ontologies. Only the core ontology needs to be modified according to the new semantics. A detailed description of the development process is provided, beginning with the definition of requirements and ending with the evaluation.
Differences in the Rate and Yield of Genetic Testing in Patients With Brugada Syndrome
Authors: Chung Cheuk To , Bazoukis George , Matusik Paweł T. , Zaklyazminskaya Elena , Radford Danny , Rajan Rajesh , Liu Tong , Mok Ngai Shing , Lee Sharen , Tse Gary
Published: October 2022

Genetic testing is used for the diagnosis and risk stratification of Brugada syndrome (BrS), but few studies have systematically evaluated regional differences and variations of its use worldwide. This study investigated the rates and yields of genetic testing reported by various BrS cohorts. PubMed was searched systematically for cohort studies on BrS patients between January 2002 and April 2022. Of the 60 studies identified, 20 studies contained relevant information. In total, the rate of genetic testing is 59.4% with a yield of 26.3%. The highest rate of genetic testing of 100% was achieved by some centers in China, Japan, France, and Spain, while the lowest rate of genetic testing of 10% was observed in Hong Kong, China. The highest yield of 67% was reported in a Belgium center, while the lowest yield of 10% was reported by centers from Japan. Together this study highlights the variations in both the percentage of patients undergoing genetic testing and its percentage yield.
Izbris stalnih prebivalcev in njihov 30-letni boj
Authors: Samaluk Barbara , Lihtenvalner Katja
Published: October 2022

On the 30th anniversary of the erasure of permanent residents, which is still without an epilogue, this article addresses the consequences of the erasure, the responses of the wider community and the struggle of the erased. Drawing on the broader concept of integration, the analysis of secondary data and participant observation at events staged by the erased during the traditional Week of the Erased, this article finds that the ethnonationalist erasure excluded specific permanent residents from the history of the community and its solidarity compromise, and triggered either prolonged control or hidden solidarity from members of the wider community. Consequently, a community of struggle developed relatively late and is still fighting violations and demanding restitution today. With the choice of specific methodology, the article also highlights the important role played by the public efforts of the erased and the role marginalised groups play in the conscientization of the wider community about the need to address and fight structural inequalities.
Synergistic decolorization and detoxication of reactive dye Navy Blue 250 (NB250) and dye wastewater by the UV/Chlorine process
Authors: Detjob Aniwat , Boonnorat Jarungwit , Phattarapattamawong Songkeart
Published: October 2022

The research aims for the simultaneous use of chlorine and UV irradiation (UV/Chlorine) to decolorize and detoxify Navy Blue 250 (NB250) and raw dye wastewater. The UV/Chlorine was the most effective in removing NB250 and color intensity (American Dye Manufacturers Institute, ADMI unit). The UV/Chlorine removed NB250 approximately 1.47–1.50 times faster than chlorination alone. The degradation constants in UV/Chlorine were 0.3317 mM-1min-1 and 0.3384 mM-1min-1 for NB250 and its ADMI color intensity, respectively. The optimum pH for decolorization was between 6 and 7. The UV/Chlorine with a chlorine dose of 1.0–2.0 mM was recommended for decolorization to meet the industrial discharge standard (300 ADMI). Reactive chlorine species (RCS) were more significant oxidants for NB250 removal than HO•. The presence of NB250 inhibited the germination of morning glory (Ipomoea aquatica) seeds, and exposure to raw dye wastewater (color = 6,658 ± 227 ADMI) completely inhibited seed germination. However, the samples treated by the UV/Chlorine were less toxic to seed germination and root growth. Therefore, the UV/Chlorine has a high potential in the decolorization and detoxification of dye wastewater. This is the first study to use the UV/Chlorine to treat industrial dye wastewater.
Kết quả điều trị u xơ cơ tử cung bằng cắt tử cung nội soi và đường âm đạo tại Bệnh viện Phụ sản Thanh Hóa
Authors: Nguyễn Anh Tuấn
Published: October 2022

Mục tiêu: So sánh kết quả cắt tử cung nội soi (CTCNS) và cắt tử cung đường âm đạo (CTCĐAĐ) trong điều trị u xơ cơ tử cung tại Bệnh viện Phụ sản Thanh Hóa.

Đối tượng và phương pháp nghiên cứu: Nghiên cứu mô tả cắt ngang, có so sánh gồm 134 trường hợp có chỉ định cắt tử cung nội soi và 53 trường hợp có chỉ định cắt tử cung đường qua đường âm đạo từ tháng 1 năm 2021 đến hết tháng 5 năm 2022.

Kết quả: Thời gian phẫu thuật trung bình ở nhóm CTCĐAĐ là 68,6 ± 17,3 (phút) ngắn hơn so với CTCNS là 80 ± 14,5 (phút). Trọng lượng tử cung sau mổ trong CTCNS 277 ± 59,5 (gr) nặng hơn so với CTCĐAĐ là 200,7 ± 58,9 (gr). Có mối tương quan tuyến tính thuận giữa thời gian phẫu thuật và trọng lượng tử cung sau mổ ở cả 2 phương pháp. Lượng máu mất (đánh giá qua sự sụt giảm Hb sau mổ 24h) trong CTCĐAĐ là 11,1 ± 2,3 (g/l) nhiều hơn so với CTCNS là 9,5 ± 2,9 (g/l). Mức độ đau (VAS) sau mổ ngày thứ nhất ở những bệnh nhân CTCĐAĐ cao hơn so với những bệnh nhân CTCNS. Phục hồi sau mổ ở những bệnh nhân CTCNS ngày thứ nhất tốt hơn so với CTCĐAĐ. Ba ca CTCNS có tổn thương hệ tiết niệu trong khi CTCĐAĐ không có ca tai biến tiết niệu , 2 ca CTCĐAĐ có tụ máu mỏm cắt.

Kết luận: CTCNS cho thấy ưu thế hơn về nhiều mặt: tiến hành trên bệnh nhân có tiền sử phẫu thuật ổ bụng, có tổn thương phần phụ kèm theo (u buồng trứng, viêm phần phụ), tiến hành trên các tử cung có trọng lượng và kích thước lớn, mức độ đau sau mổ ít hơn và hồi phục sau mổ tốt hơn. Tuy nhiên so với CTCĐAĐ thì thời gian thực hiện lâu hơn và dễ bị tổn thương hệ tiết niệu.
Kualitas Pelayanan Publik Melalui Pendekatan Model Demokrasi pada Era Otonomi Daerah
Authors: Nurmandi Achmad , Muhammad Lutfi  , Sumardi Sumardi , Zuly Qodir
Published: October 2022

This paper aims to analyze how regional autonomy policies can provide improving the quality and effectiveness of public services in accordance with the ideals of reform. Use descriptive analysis of the literature review. Effectiveness and benchmarks for the quality of public services largely determined by the substance of the existence of transparency and accountability through capacity good public communication, Management commitment to implementing Standard Operations More fair and democratic procedures, Then ensure the ability of the bureaucracy in provide public services and ensure public control in carrying out complaints on the fulfillment of their rights run optimally. Although on the other hand regional cooperation In the era of regional autonomy, the interests of certain elites and groups are still full of excitement. However does not mean ignoring community control as a control that is able to ensure the existence of democratic culture in the public service system.
Opini Digital #PERMEDIKBUD30 pada Media Sosial Tiwitter
Authors: Ramadhan Rafli , Andika Rian , Filanti Wa Ode Sapnano
Published: October 2022

This paper aims to determine the perception or opinion formed in the community on the hashtag #permendikbud30 on social media twitter. The research method used is mixed methods by combining quantitative methods for statistical calculation of communication networks with a sample of 67 tweet data, 5 actors and 62 relations using netlytic and gephi, with a qualitative method for analyzing text using Digital Movement of Opinion which describes and explains the network. social network and structure. The results of this study show that #permendikbud30 is able to create the ability of netizens' opinions in a communication network with the help of the role of @sumntra_14 popular actor. Another finding is that the Minister of Education and Culture No. 30 of 2021 has support. Warganet gives a new hashtag #supportPermendikbud30.
Efektivitas Fungsi Koordinasi Dinas Satuan Polisi Pamong Praja dan Pemadam Kebakaran dengan Camat Di Kabupaten Sinjai dalam Penegakan Peraturan Daerah Nomor 4 Tahun 2015
Authors: Mulawangsa M  , Nawir Adi , Sapriadi Sapriadi
Published: October 2022

This paper aims to find out the Coordination Function of the Civil Service Police Unit and firefighters with the Camat in Sinjai Regency in the Enforcement of Regional Regulation Number 4 of 2015. The type of research is qualitative. The results of the study indicate that the effectiveness in enforcing the Regional Regulation through two coordination methods, First, Horizontal Coordination is quite effective, optimizing the Coordination Function of the Civil Service Police Unit and Firefighters with the Camat in Sinjai Regency. Second, Vertical Coordination shows quite effective results. This is because the cooperation between officials even though they are at different hierarchical levels in the organizational structure can be responsible for the peace and order of society.
Nonparametric Estimation of Error Variance under Simple Random Sampling without Replacement
Authors:   Department of M athematics and Acturial Science , The Catholic University of Eastern  Africa, Nairobi - Kenya, Vincent Odhiambo , Waititu Hellen , Cornelious Nyakundi Omwando ,   Department of M athematics and Acturial Science , The Catholic University of Eastern  Africa, Nairobi - Kenya,   Department of M athematics and Acturial Science , The Catholic University of Eastern  Africa, Nairobi - Kenya
Published: October 2022

This study adopts a nonparametric approach in the estimation of a finite population error variance in the setting where the variance is a constant (homoscedastic) using a model-based technique under simple random sampling without replacement (SRSWOR). A mean square analysis of the estimator has been conducted, including the asymptotic behaviour of the estimator and the results show that the asymptotic distribution in a homoscedastic setting is asymptotically unbiased and consistent. The performance of the developed estimator is compared to that of other existing estimators using real data. R statistical software was utilized to analyze data and numerical results presented graphically for selected models.
Association of Genetic Factors in the Occurrence of Acne Vulgaris and its Implication in the Development of Severe Acne
Authors:   Departamento de Cirugía, Unidad Médica de Alta Especialidad (UMAE), Hospital de Especialidades (HE), Centro Médico Nacional de Occidente (CMNO), IMSS, Guadalajara, Jalisco, México, Gazcón Héctor Zúñiga-
Published: October 2022

Acne is an inflammatory disease that usually affects the pilosebaceous unit. It is a very common disease worldwide and its onset during puberty is common. Multiple studies have shown that up to 95% of adolescents will be affected to some degree during their lifetime, being the female sex the most affected. It is frequently associated with monogenic diseases such as Apert syndrome; comedonal nevus; Frank-ter Haar syndrome, among others. The pathogenesis is multifactorial, however, it has been demonstrated that there are four interrelated factors, being these the increase of sebum production, hyperkeratinization of the follicular infundibulum, inflammation and microbial infection. Some genes frequently involved in affected patients are SELL, DBB2 and TP53, whose function is the regulation of hemostasis and cutaneous inflammation; the regulation of apoptosis of damaged DNA and the formation of scars associated with severe acne, respectively. It is common to observe comedones, pustules, papules and cysts as characteristic lesions, face and thorax are the most frequent location. It has been shown that the incidence decreases between the fourth and fifth decades of life, also, generally in affected individuals the lesions resolve spontaneously leaving scars in severe cases.
Dispositivos tecnológicos na coleta e separação de pedidos: Revisão bibliográfica
Authors: Barreto Clarice Gonçalves , Machado Ricardo Luiz
Published: October 2022

Devido à mudança de comportamento dos consumidores, o armazém tem recebido uma grande demanda de pedidos. A atividade de escolha e coleta de pedidos é considerada a mais crítica. Sendo que essas são atividades que apresentam o maior custo e a que requer um maior tempo. Para trazer um melhor desempenho nessas atividades, muitos especialistas têm recorrido a dispositivos tecnológicos. Este artigo traz uma revisão literária com o objetivo de identificar quais são os dispositivos encontrados nos estudos científicos para a finalidade de atender a demanda da coleta de pedido, e identificar os fatores estudados para cada uma, bem como identificar insights e lacunas para futuras pesquisas ou desenvolvimento de novos dispositivos. Para isso foram analisados 101 artigos que apresentavam algum dispositivo na coleta de pedido. Esses artigos foram separados e categorizados conforme seu uso e características. Como resultado é possível que pesquisadores e tomadores de decisão conheça os dispositivos estudados e compreender como eles se comportam. Através dessa pesquisa pode-se concluir que o interesse pelo assunto cresceu de forma considerada nos últimos dois anos, e que é preciso levar em consideração alguns fatores antes de escolher o dispositivo são eles: layout, SKU, modelo de implantação e implementação.
Relación del intervalo QT corregido con la escala GRACE en pacientes con infarto de miocardio sin elevación del segmento ST
Authors: Cruz-Aragón Guillermo , Márquez Manlio F. , Cueva Parra Angel David , González-Pacheco Héctor , Iturralde Pedro , Nava Santiago
Published: October 2022

Background. The Global Registry of Acute Coronary Events (GRACE) prediction model stratifies patients with non-ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI). Corrected QT interval (QTc) is not considered in this model. Objective. To evaluate the relationship between the QTc interval and the GRACE score in patients with NSTEMI. Materials and methods. An observational, retrospective study was carried between 2016 and 2019. We included patients with diagnosis of NSTEMI, QTc intervals were calculated with Bazett’s formula, and they were classified into 2 groups: a normal QTc interval (<440 ms) and prolonged (≥440 ms). According to the GRACE score they were classified in three ranges: low risk (≤109 points), intermedium (110 - 139 points) and high (≥140 points), we determined if there were a correlation between QTc interval and the GRACE score. Results. A total of 940 patients with a diagnosis of NSTEMI were admitted in our institution, 634 met the inclusion criteria, there were 390 patients with normal QTc interval and 244 with a prolonged QTc interval. Patients with prolonged QTc were older (65.5 vs 61, p=0.001) with a lower proportion of males (71.7% vs 82.8%, p=0.001). An association was found between the GRACE score and the QTC interval, subjects with a normal QTc had a greater proportion of low and intermediate risk than those with a prolonged QTc (p=0.001). Conclusions. In NSTEMI patients, a normal QTc interval (<440 ms) is associated with a GRACE risk score of low or intermediate risk.
Masa fúngica intracardiaca en un paciente prematuro extremo
Authors: Diaz Rojas Milagros C. , Peralta Rodríguez Julio E. , Soto Béjar Oscar A.
Published: October 2022

There are few reports on intracardiac fungal masses, especially in the pediatric population. We present the case of an extremely premature patient who, after being hospitalized since birth in an intensive care unit, developed fungal masses in the right atrium, which, due to their size, location and resistance to medical treatment, required surgical excision. For this reason, at the slightest suspicion of systemic candidiasis in pediatric patients, it is mandatory to include an echocardiogram in the defocalization examinations to rule out endocarditis and thus avoid the development of intracardiac fungal masses. Therefore, early detection for timely medical management may avoid the surgical approach associated with a high risk of morbidity and mortality in extremely premature patients.
Características clínicas y angiográficas de pacientes con ectasia coronaria en un hospital de referencia
Authors: Rodríguez Falla David Alejandro , Rafael-Horna Eliana Alejandra , Quiroz Burgos José , Lévano-Pachas Gerald , Meneses Giovanni
Published: October 2022

Objective: To analyze the clinical and angiographic characteristics of patients with coronary ectasia found on coronary angiography. Materials and methods: Descriptive study of patients admitted to the cardiac catheterization laboratory of the Hospital Guillermo Almenara with coronary ectasia, during the years 2012 to 2020. The frequency of coronary ectasia, clinical, angiographic and coronary flow characteristics were determined. Results: 7504 catheterizations were reviewed, and 91 patients were found to have coronary ectasia (1.21%). Of these patients, 71 cases were male (78%), and the mean age was 67.74 ± 9.9 years. The 38.5% of cases were obese or overweight; 39.6% were hypertensive; 11% diabetic; 13.2% smoked; 3.3% had chronic kidney disease and 3.3% had polyglobulia. Sixty-one percent of cases had a diagnosis of acute coronary syndrome, and 24% of cases had high-risk stable angina. The artery most frequently involved by ectasia was the right coronary artery (70%). The average diameter of the ectatic artery was 5.7 mm. Occlusive thrombus was found in 19.8% of cases. There was a significant association between TIMI flow and diameter of the ectatic artery (p=0.000), and there was also an association between coronary ectasia and acute coronary syndrome among patients living at an altitude of more than 2500 m (p=0.000). Conclusions: coronary ectasia was an infrequent entity among patients who underwent coronary angiography, was predominantly male, mainly involved the right coronary artery, was associated with lower TIMI flow, and acute coronary syndrome among residents above 2500 m of altitude.
Percepciones de los médicos residentes sobre el desarrollo del programa de residentado de cardiología durante la pandemia por COVID-19 en Lima, Perú
Authors: Olortegui Yzu Adriel , Fernández Coronado Rosalía
Published: October 2022

Objective. To describe the perceptions of resident doctors about the development of their training program during the pandemic in the city of Lima - Peru. Materials and methods. Through a cross- sectional study, a questionnaire was applied to seventy-eight cardiology residents in the last two years of training in the specialty. The perceptions about the accompaniment and support of the universities in the educational venues, for the development of the training program in cardiology during the pandemic, were evaluated. Results. Regarding the support provided for their training, the items evaluated showed shortcomings above 60%, where permanent supervision was lacking in 90.0% of the residents. Regarding compliance with the rotations, the residents only received supervision in 24.4%, observing that they did not manage to carry out adequate rotations in 80.8% of the cases. The courses of the curricular plan were adequately developed in 92.5% of the cases, and the actions for the health of the resident were very low, highlighting that only in 9.0% of the cases did the university inquire about the state of health of the resident. Conclusions. The development of the cardiology residency training program during the pandemic presented important shortcomings, showing that the deficiencies were accentuated compared to previous studies.
A HPTLC method for the quantitative determination of Piperine and Capsaicin in Rasam, A South Indian spice soup
Authors: Sharma Ayush , M K Mohan Maruga Raja
Published: October 2022

Rasam is a popular spice soup of South Indian traditional food. Rasam is prepared traditionally by incorporating spcies such as turmeric, coriander, black pepper, garlic, chili pepper, curry leaves, cumin, mustard, and asafoetida in tamarind juice. All ingredients used in the preparation of rasam are known for various medicinal uses which, makes rasam a traditional food with a lot of functional ingredients. There are reports to suggests that a regular chronic consumption of traditional foods with functional ingredients may prevent numerous diseases. There was no scientific literature available on the phytochemical composition of rasam. We, herein aim to estimate the quantity of piperine and capsaicin present in the standardized rasam by HPTLC method. Rasam was prepared as per reported method and the sample solution was prepared by extracting rasam with diethyl ether. The mobile phase used was toluene: ethyl acetate (7:3, v/v). Densitometric scanning was performed in absorption-reflection mode at at 527 nm. Linear range was 1 to 5 μg for both piperine and capsaicin. The amount of piperine and capsaicin from the standardized rasam was found to be 0.234 and 0.335 % w/v respectively. This TLC procedure may be used effectively for identity, quality evaluation as well as quantitative determination for piperine and capsaicin in rasam.
Pharmacognostic and phytochemical studies on leaves of Launaea sarmentosa (Willd.) Schultz - Bip. Ex Kuntze
Authors: Gunde Mahendra C , Wani Jagdish S , Pethe Anil M
Published: October 2022

Launaea sarmentosa (Willd.) schultz-bip.ex Kuntze (Family Asteraceae) commonly known as Sagar Pathari by several tribal communities in Maharashtra. The plant leaves used by traditional healers for Anti-inflammatory activity, rheumatoid arthritis, skin disorders etc. This plant has never been scientifically documented. Natives and traditional medical practitioners are the sole sources of information available. The information on leaves in terms of pharmacognostic and phytochemical identification will be provided in this study. Upper epidermis, lower epidermis, vascular bundles, mesophyll, palisade, and cuticle are visible on a microscopic level in the leaves. Qualitative analysis was carried out, including ash value, sulphated ash value, water insoluble value, and so on. Flavonoids, glycosides, tannins and phenolic compounds, proteins, amino acids and other chemicals have been detected in preliminary phytochemical screening.
A Confirmatory Study of Relationships in Ayurveda: Deha Prakritis, Agnis, Koshtas, and their Association to Cardiovascular Risk Factors
Authors: Fergusson Lee , Palakurthi Manohar , Dornala Sathya Narayana
Published: October 2022

Background and Objectives: Ayurvedic theory proposes a person’s mind-body type (Deha Prakriti) is related to the condition of their digestive system (Agni) and to the responsiveness of their alimentary canal (Koshta). However, these relationships have never been statistically verified. Evidence also suggests the condition of a person’s digestive system and gut responsiveness are related to cardiovascular risk factors, but the relationships between them, too, have also not been statistically tested. Methods: One hundred and sixty patients underwent pulse diagnosis for general health assessment, including measurements of weight, Body Mass Index (BMI), blood pressure, and diet. Results: Results suggest each Deha Prakriti was related to its respective Agni and Kostha. For example, a Vata-dominant Deha Prakriti was correlated to Vishamagni and to Krura Koshta. Results also indicate Deha Prakriti, Agni, and Koshta were generally associated to weight, BMI, and diet, but not to hypertension, a finding also advanced by Ayurvedic theory. Discussion: These data suggest for the first time that Ayurvedic assessment of mind-body type and gastrointestinal conditions are related to each other and somewhat to cardiovascular risk factors, and provide confirmatory insights into fundamental Ayurvedic principles, a topic yet to be empirically examined despite its importance for health.
Simultaneous quantification of Curcumin, Piperine and Capsaicin by HPTLC in Rasam, a polyherbal soup
Authors: Panseriya Nehal , MK Mohan Maruga Raja
Published: October 2022

Traditionally rasam is consumed for the treatment of cold and cough. The major chemical constituents present in the spices required to prepare the rasam are known but, the chemical composition of the prepared rasam are unknown. The preparation involves, boiling the spices in water and oil, this may create an opportunity for an altered chemical profile of the prepared rasam. As a part of our chemical investigation in rasam, curcumin, piperine and capsaicin were chosen as marker compounds based on their literature for exhibiting potent activity against upper and lower respiratory tract infections (URTI & LRTI). The current work was planned to identify and quantify curcumin, piperine and capsaicin simultaneously by HPTLC in rasam. Silica gel 60F254 TLC plates were used for the study. The optimized mobile phase used was toluene and ethyl acetate (7:3, v/v) and the densiometric scanning was done at 254 nm. The Rf values of curcumin, piperine and capsaicin were found to be 0.26, 0.40 and 0.47 respectively. The calibration graph of peak area versus concentration graph of curcumin, piperine and capsaicin was found to be linear in the range of 2 to 7 μg spot-1. The amount of curcumin, piperine and capsaicin in 100 mL of rasam was found to be 0.49, 0.66 and 0.41% w/v respectively. The developed method was validated as per ICH guideline parameters. The current study shows that the developed TLC method is simple, precise, specific, robust and accurate. This method will also be useful to identify or quantity any polyherbal formulation containing curcumin, piperine and capsaicin as chemical constituents.
A Novel Physical Therapy Approach for Grade 2 Degenerative Arthritis A Case Report
Authors: Fokmare Pranali Sunil , Phansopkar Pratik Arun
Published: October 2022

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative disease of the joint characterized by reduced joint space, osteophyte formation, and subchondral sclerosis of bone. Due to a sedentary lifestyle, the incidence of osteoarthritis is increasing. In the initial stages of OA, a mild reduction in joint space with or without osteophyte formation is seen on X-ray. Pain and stiffness are the main findings in this stage. In this case report, we presented a case of 60 years female patient having pain in the right knee for since2 years which was intermittent. One month back, her pain got aggravated. Because of this, she was not able to do her household work. Came to AVBRH for treatment. Physiotherapy assessment was done according to her x-ray correlating with Kallgren and Lawrence classification; she was having grade 2 osteoarthritis of the knee. Physiotherapy treatment using contrast bath therapy and the Otago exercise program was started showing significant improvement in her symptoms.
Relation of spice consumption with COVID-19 first wave statistics (infection, recovery and mortality) across India
Authors: Bhapkar Vedvati , Bhalerao Supriya
Published: October 2022

Background & Objectives: The recovery and mortality statistics for COVID-19 first wave considerably differed in different states & Union territories (UT) of India. Spices are an essential part of Indian cuisine. Apart from adding flavors and colors to the food, their importance is traditionally known in disease prevention and cure. Thus, present study was carried out to assess relation of spice consumption with COVID-19 first wave statistics in India. Methods: The spice consumption data of ginger, garlic, cumin, coriander, turmeric, black pepper, chili, tamarind and ‘other spices’ were retrieved from ‘Household Consumption of Various Goods and Services in India’ from 68th round (2011-12) of survey conducted by National Sample Survey Organization (NSSO). The first wave data for individual states and UTs were retrieved as total number of cases, number of cured/discharged/migrated cases and total number of deaths, in a cumulative normalized form. The correlation of these was analyzed.  Results and Conclusions: Spices were consumed across India with a varied range. The highest consumed spice was ginger. The highest consumption of ‘Other spices’ were observed in Lakshadweep (149 gm/30 days), which incidentally reported zero cases. Tamarind had positive correlation (r = 0.4724) with total number of cases and recovered/migrated/cured cases (r = 0.4948). Cumin consumption exhibited weak positive correlation (r = 0.5011) with total deaths per million population. However, most of these correlations were statistically insignificant. These findings can help to predict preventive/ mitigating or curative usage of these spices. The unspecified and under-explored ‘Other spices’ category showed promising correlation.
USO DE GEOTECNOLOGIAS PARA O MANEJO DA FERTILIDADE DO NEOSSOLO LITÓLICO EM AGROECOSSISTEMA FAMILIAR, NO SEMIÁRIDO PARAIBANO
Authors: Vendruscolo Jhony , Aparecida da Silva Barbosa Maria , Gonçalves de Abrantes Ewerton , Francisco da Silva Souza Renato , Ruiz Ferreira Karoline , Martin Perez Marin Aldrin , Maia de Souza Emanuel Fernando
Published: October 2022

A fertilidade do solo em agroecossistemas familiares localizados no semiárido paraibano apresenta grande variabilidade devido à presença de muitos subsistemas, dificultando o manejo do solo e, consequentemente, o desenvolvimento sustentável de propriedades rurais. Assim, constata-se o potencial do uso das geotecnologias para a avaliação da fertilidade do solo e seleção de práticas conservacionistas. Objetivou-se avaliar a distribuição espacial dos atributos químicos e físicos em Neossolo Litólico com agroecossistema familiar, no semiárido paraibano. O trabalho foi desenvolvido em agroecossistema familiar de 12 ha e 10 anos de implantação, no Município de Remígio-PB, Brasil. Inicialmente, realizou-se o levantamento dos subsistemas e a coleta de 7 amostras de solo na camada de 0-20 cm de profundidade, para análises químicas e físicas do solo. Posteriormente, efetuou-se a interpolação dos valores dos atributos, para estimar os valores para a área do agroecossistema, e para cada subsistema. Os atributos mais limitantes do agroecossistema são os baixos teores de P e matéria orgânica do solo, sendo recomendada a adoção de práticas que promovam a elevação dos teores destes atributos. Os baixos teores de Ca2+ limitam a produtividade nos subsistemas de pastagem e palma, sendo recomendada a aplicação de calcário ou farinha de osso.
A Review: Requirements Prioritization Criteria Within Collaboration Perspective
Authors: Amelia Tan , Mohamed Rozlina
Published: October 2022

The attributes or criteria used in the requirements prioritization process become an essential reference in calculating priorities. Most of the techniques are used to increase the value impacting business success. On the contrary, there are limitations on cost, time, and resources for developing software. Therefore, the requirements prioritization process often requires collaboration from the perspectives involved. So far, the pattern and basis have not been seen in the criteria used in the requirements prioritization process. Consequently, there need to be other factors that become a reference so that the selection of criteria is appropriate. This study identifies criteria based on the categorized perspectives of requirements prioritization. A systematic literature review presents criteria for prioritizing requirements from multiple collaborative perspectives. Findings show that the criteria in requirements prioritization can be classified into beneficial and non-beneficial, where business value and development cost are the most frequently used criteria. Furthermore, the involvement of multiple perspectives in requirements prioritization focuses on the client’s and developer’s perspectives. The findings also reveal that some of the challenges in the requirements prioritization process are biases by stakeholders, reducing pairwise comparison, and scalability. In the future, it will be investigated whether the selection of criteria correlated with stakeholder perspectives will increase the accuracy of priorities. Thus, the contribution of this paper is to recommend criteria from stakeholders’ perspectives.
Development of Flood Hazard Index (FHI) of the Kelantan River Catchment Using Geographic Information System (GIS) Based Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP)
Authors: Hassan Zulkarnain , Kamarudzaman Ain Nihla
Published: October 2022

Kelantan has been facing several cases of catastrophic flooding, causing significant damage to this area. Heavy monsoon rainfall is believed to trigger those floods. This study aims to identify and classify the flood occurrence using the Kelantan River catchment’s flood hazard index (FHI) based on the analytical hierarchy process (AHP). This study developed the FHI using the AHP based on spatial analysis in the geographic information system (GIS) environment. Six physical parameters were selected: annual rainfall, slope, river density, land use and land cover (LULC); elevation; and soil permeability. According to the AHP model, the annual rainfall was the first ranked parameter in terms of importance weight score. Moreover, Tanah Merah and Jeli were the high-risk areas for floods. The present study suggests that the GIS-based AHP method can be highly effective for mapping flood hazards and benefit flood management decision-making.
Fetal Contour Extraction Using Level Set Image Segmentation Approach
Authors: Dr. R. S. Jaiswal
Published: October 2022

This paper deals with phase of designing a new hybrid approach of segmentation. The brief description of proposed scheme is presented, followed by the design. The chapter begins with the introduction followed by discussion of experimental results. The proposed segmentation approach is followed by its evaluation and comparisons with existing methods.
Old industrial architecture XXI: Two approaches
Authors: Nashchokina Maria
Published: October 2022

The article reviews projects of reconstruction of historical monuments of industrial architecture, which were worked out in Moscow during the last two decades. By the example of presented projects, the author considers two approaches to the problem of their preservation: restorative and radically reconstructive. The first one is the most compliant with the Russian legislation in the field of heritage, while the second one is hotly debated. The author gives examples of radical reconstruction from foreign practices, which show competent and rational methods of this approach, making it possible to achieve positive results. The author describes two examples of radical reconstruction in Moscow: the realized project Presnya-City and the project by Herzog & de Meuron which has not been implemented yet. Its discussion allows to develop alternative ways of reconstruction of old industrial buildings.
Principal Strategic Management In Improving The Quality Of Education
Authors: Palah Saepul , Wasliman Iim , Sauri Supyan , Andriana Gaffar M.
Published: October 2022

This research is motivated by the phenomenon that the quality of education is still low because there are still many principals who have not implemented strategic management. Therefore, the focus of this research is that it is known that there are still many principals who have not optimally carried out strategic management so that it affects the quality of education. Another thing is also known that there are principals who do not have adequate competence, coupled with the lack of infrastructure, lack of support from the community and government, or stakeholders. This research is generally to obtain an overview of analyzing the strategic management of school principals in improving the quality of education at three Vocational High Schools (SMK) in Sukabumi Regency, namely SMK Yasidik Parakansalak, SMK Terpadu Al-Ittihad Purabaya and SMK Hassina Sukaraja. Specifically to describe and analyze the principal's strategic management in improving the quality of education, which includes: strategic environmental analysis, formulation of strategic management, implementation of strategic management, supporting and inhibiting factors of strategic management, evaluation of strategic management. The theories and concepts used in this study are strategic management theory according to the theory of quality education, the concept of principals and learning. The method used is descriptive method with qualitative data types. Data was collected through observation, interviews, and documentation studies. Data analysis was carried out by collecting all information, reducing data, presenting data and drawing conclusions. The results showed that the principal's planning was developed on the basis of the results of the assessment or evaluation in the previous year and contained development priorities with targets for achievement in the short, medium and long term. The implementation of strategic management is carried out through a series of managerial decisions and actions to determine school performance within a certain time span which in general have been in synergy with the internal environment. The supporting factors for the principal's strategic management, namely: the competence of the principal and the involvement of internal school parties in every policy formulation, while the inhibiting factors for the principal's strategic management, namely: ineffective communication between the principal and teachers and education staff, with parents students, as well as a lack of discipline and responsibility for efforts to improve school quality. The evaluation of the strategic management of improving the quality of education is carried out by the principal for teachers through meetings and other meetings to review external and internal factors encountered, to measure the performance of teachers and education personnel, and to further develop corrective actions on deviations that occur in schools.