bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Caracterização, gênese e evolução de depressões fechadas no município de João Pessoa (PB)
Authors: Lima dos Santos Caio , Girão da Silva Osvaldo , Roberto de Oliveira Vital Saulo
Published: December 2023

O presente manuscrito tem por objetivo caracterizar, bem como compreender, os fatores genéticos e evolutivos de depressões fechadas localizadas no município de João Pessoa, estado da Paraíba, Brasil. Para tanto foram considerados aspectos estruturais, morfológicos e morfométricos que se relacionam a esse relevo. Foram adotados os procedimentos metodológicos propostos por Williams (1972), no que se refere a análise morfométrica das depressões fechadas. Para tanto, foi utilizado MDE elaborado com dados do laser LiDAR, com resolução espacial de 2 metros. Conforme as condições estruturais observadas na área de estudo, identificou-se que as depressões fechadas mapeadas apresentam padrão de forma, estando alinhadas e tendendo a evoluir para formar cabeceira de drenagem em anfiteatros, conectando-se com a drenagem fluvial local.
Palavras-chave: João Pessoa (PB); Depressões fechadas; Cárste subjacente.
Informal gastronomy: food, territory and resistance in the plazoleta of San Victorino, Bogotá Colombia
Authors: Mora Forero Jorge Alexander , Nieto Alvelayis , Araque Elizabeth
Published: December 2023

This article analyzes street food and its relationship with the tensions and resistance associated with the dynamics of social inequality derived from labor informality in the Plazoleta de San Victorino in the city of Bogotá. The methodological horizon is oriented from a qualitative approach according to Páramo (2013) and as a method the ethnography of the places was achieved according to Vergara (2013). The information was systematized and analyzed using the qualitative analysis software ATLAS.ti. The findings indicate that the sale of street food fulfills a social function by supplying food to an important sector of the Bogota population, which survives with very limited economic resources, understanding that the informal economy covers a good part of the city's inhabitants. It is concluded that informal gastronomy fulfills a role of social resistance in the context of the urban economy, since in the face of disabilities and abandonment by the state, it emerges as a possibility of employment and relief of food security for the most disadvantaged of the society.
Keywords: Street food. Informality. Unemployment. Resistance. Conflicts.
Mutation Screening for Molecular Pathogenicity of MSX1 gene in Human Cleft lip Subjects from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Authors: Amin Jan  , Susan Kakakhel  , Seher Obaid  , Tehmeed Ullah  , SAIFULLAH KHALIL  , Musharraf Jelani
Published: December 2023

Background: Cleft lip palate is a genetically heterogeneous group of diseases. Cleft lip-palate can cause deleterious effects during growth on the appearance, language and hearing abilities. Multidisciplinary approach to the care for children born with these defects is required. Objective: To investigate a selected MSX1gene for the molecular pathogenicity in the two families of cleft lip and palate segregating disease phenotype in autosomal recessive fashion.Material and Methods: After getting informed written consent and approved from the Institutional Review Board, KMU Peshawar, clinical Investigations of the selected two families were performed in the HMC, Peshawar. Blood Sampling was done in EDTA tubes and DNA was extruded through standard procedure. PCR was performed. Primers were designed using Primers 3 Software and DNA Sequencing done. Sequencing was performed. Bioedit Software and ClustalW were used for Sequence Alignment. Mutation analysis of the pathogenic variant in families A and B demonstrating autosomal recessive non-syndromic cleft lip palate phenotype was performed.Results: while analyzing bidirectional sequencing of MSX1 gene including all coding exons and intron-exons boundaries in two affected individuals of family A and an affected individual of family B, the affected individuals in each family did not reveal any pathogenic variant. Thus pathogenicity of MSX1 gene in the patients of families A and B exhibiting autosomal recessive non-syndromic cleft lip palate phenotype was excluded.Conclusion: Mutations screening for molecular pathogenicity of MSX1 gene in affected individuals of families with cleft lip palate phenotypes were investigated and revealed that MSX1gene is not the culprit pathogenic variant in the two families understudy. Keywords: Autosomal recessive, Heterogeneous group, Non-syndromic, Pathogenic variants, Phenotype,
Prevention of Neonatal Respiratory Distress Syndrome by Antenatal Steroid Administration
Authors: Rabeea Sadaf  , Ghazala Shams  , Bushra Rauf  , Nasreen Kishwar  , Umaiyma Farhad  , Samreen
Published: December 2023

Background: Exposure to antenatal steroids (A.N.S.) decreases the incidence of neonatal respiratory distress syndrome and other morbidities in premature infants. If left untreated, death may occur from progressive hypoxia and respiratory failure. In survivors, resolution begins between 2 to 4 days.Objective: To determine the efficacy of antenatal steroids in preventing respiratory distress syndrome in premature neonates. Material and Methods: A randomized trial, analytical study with a sample size of 152 was conducted in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hayatabad Medical Complex, Peshawar. The study duration was from 16th July 2022 to 18th June 2023. The study included neonates born at 24 to 34 weeks of gestation. Neonates born at fewer than 34 (24 to 34 weeks) weeks gestation were given 3 or 4 mL of surfactant from lipids taken from calf lung lavage. The proteins were decreased from more than 10% to less than 1% of the phospholipid weight using the lipid extraction procedure. The chi-square test was used.Results: Analysis was performed for the 152 VLBW infants the infants who received antenatal corticosteroids was 37 to 45% were gestational age 2434 weeks. While infants who received surfactant decreased gradually as gestational age increased. A significant decrease in surfactant used in the late period, with a 510% reduction in each gestational group.Conclusion: This study reaffirms the value of administering antenatal steroids to premature neonates. This study showed the potential use of ante natal steroids has effectively mitigated respiratory distress syndrome. These findings underscore the significance of antenatal corticosteroid therapy in reducing respiratory morbidity in preterm neonates and emphasize its role in enhancing lung maturation and neonatal outcomes.Keywords: Antenatal corticosteroids, Preterm infants, Respiratory distress syndrome, Surfactant, Very low birth weight.
Effectiveness of Nifedipine in the Treatment of Threathened Preterm Labour
Authors: Sadia Ali  , Rabeea Sadaf  , Bushra Rauf  , Kulsoom Iqbal  , Umaiyma Farhad  , Nasreen Kishwar
Published: December 2023

Background: Preterm birth is one of the most important and major causes of perinatal morbidity and mortality wordwide. Strategies should be adopted to decrease the incidence of pre-term labour and delivery to avoid the associated drastic fetal and neonatal consequences. Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of Nifedipine in the treatment of spontaneous preterm labour. Material and Methods: This is a Randomised control trial which was conducted in the department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hayatabad Medical Complex, from 1st June 2022 to 30th November 2022. Total 50 pregnant women with singleton pregnancy with threatened preterm labor between 28 and 34 weeks of pregnancy on LMP were included.Results: Total 10 (20.0%) patients had a delay in delivery up to < 2 days while 40 (80.0%) patients had a delay in their deliveries for > 2 days, therefore, effectiveness of Nifedipine in the treatment of spontaneous threatened preterm labor was achieved in 40 (80%) patients in terms of delay in their deliveries. Conclusion: This study demonstrated that Nifedipine successfully delayed spontaneous preterm labor for > 48 hours and thus gave sufficient time for in utero transfer and corticosteroid effect.Keywords: Nifedipine, Preterm labor, Tocolysis.
Even Young Healthy Looking Adults are not Spared
Authors: Abdul Hadi
Published: December 2023

Every year 29th September is observed as World Heart Day. The purpose of observing this day on yearly basis is to create awareness among the general population regarding the preventive aspects of ischemic heart diseases (IHD), and motivate them to seek early medical care.
Maternal Outcomes in Placenta Accreta Spectrum: Experience at Lady Reading Hospital Peshawar, Pakistan
Authors: Wajeeha Syed  , Liaqat Nazia , Shafqat Tanveer , Farrukh Hina
Published: December 2023

Background: Placenta accrete spectrum includes placenta accreta, increta and percreta and results in failure of placental separation from uterine wall after delivery. It can cause massive hemorrhage and is one of the major cause of maternal mortality.Objectives: To determine maternal outcomes in placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) at Lady Reading hospital PeshawarMaterial and Methods: This cross-sectional study was carried in OBGYN department of Lady Reading hospital Peshawar from January 1st 2022 till 31st December2022. Patients with placenta accreta spectrum were included for study. These cases were recruited from antenatal OPD and from obstetric emergency unit. Mode of delivery in all cases was cesarean section. All included patients were followed till discharge to determine maternal and fetal outcomes. Information was gathered on pre designed proformas.Results: The mean age of sample of 35 cases was 33 +-3.5 years. Mean gestational age at delivery was 34+-1.01. Sixty eight percent cases of placenta percreta spectrum had emergency cesarean delivery. Thirty four percent cases received multidisciplinary intra operative care. Hemorrhage needing blood and blood products transfusion was the commonest intra operative complication accounting for 68.6% cases. Surgical wound infection was the commonest post operative complication occurring in 31.4% cases. Two mothers died during the study period.Conclusion: Hemorrhage is the most common complication of placenta percreta spectrum.Keywords: placenta percreta, obstetric hemorrhage, surgical wound infection
Genetic Characterization of Wild-Type Measles Viruses Isolated in Peshawar Pakistan
Authors: Zubeda Irshad  , Zainab Irshad Khan
Published: December 2023

Background: Measles is a highly contagious disease, caused by the Measles Virus (MV). Knowledge of genotypes prevalent in any region is important in effective measles surveillance; by mapping distribution of prevalent MV genotypes at different points of time, in a region, gives an idea about the success of measles control through vaccination programs, by documenting the interruption of transmission of the endemic viral genotype. Objectives: To detect genotypes of wild type measles virus isolated from the samples collected of measles patients in Peshawar valley of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) province, Pakistan.Material and Methods: This was a cross-sectional descriptive study. Nasopharyngeal and/or throat swab samples were collected during a measles outbreak, from February to March 2014, from clinically diagnosed measles patients (cases who met the clinical case definition of WHO). Collection and processing were done according to the standard protocols. RNA (Ribo-Nucleic Acid) was extracted directly from samples; cDNA (Complimentary Deoxy-Ribonucleic Acid) was synthesized, amplification and sequencing of 528bp of carboxy-terminal of N gene was carried out. Sequences were analyzed and data were compared with the standard reference strains of measles virus.Results: A total of nine sequences obtained were of good quality and enough in length to meet WHO criteria for genotype assignment. It was found that all the nine strains of measles virus belonged to clade B, genotype B3 and cluster B3.1. The rest of the 13 sequences which were shorter in length for genotype assignment also showed close resemblance to Genotype B3.Conclusion: Wild type measles virus strains, isolated from the samples of measles patients, in Peshawar valley of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan were found to be genotype B3. It shows that genotype B3 may be the predominate genotype prevalent in Peshawar region at the time of this study.Keywords: B3 genotype, Genotyping of measles, Measles Virus, Molecular epidemiology.
Sleep Pattern in Undergraduate Dental Students Undergoing Clinical Summative Assessment in a Public Sector Dental Institute of Peshawar
Authors: Iqbal Haider  , Nayab Munib  , Khan Muhammad Tariq , Suleman Elahi Malik
Published: December 2023

Background: Sleep is one of the most important determinants of human health. The quality of sleep has significant effects on academic performance and is influenced by multiple factors.Objectives: To determine the association between sleep patterns / Quality and academic performance of dental undergraduates during their summative clinical examination by using an objective measure.Material and Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted at the Department of Medicine, Khyber Teaching Hospital Peshawar, from February 1, 2023, to June 30, 2023. A sample size of 82 was calculated by the Open Epi calculator. A validated questionnaire of the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) was used in this study. The study participants were selected by convenience based consecutive sampling technique and were 3rd BDS Students appearing in annual General Medicine Examination. After data collection, these variables were analyzed by SPSS version 26 software.Results: This study comprised 43(52.4%) female and 39(47.6%) male participants, and amongst them, 34.1% of females and 20.7% of males rendered their sleep quality bad, whereas 18.3% of females and 26.8% of males responded otherwise. The findings were positively associated with bad sleep quality (47.6%). Measures of sleep quality were significantly deranged among poor sleepers compared to normal sleepers. On average, the academic performance of poor-quality sleepers was good compared to good-quality sleepers. Still, this finding is not statistically significant, as evidenced by the t-test (Mean 574 ± SD 62.156 vs. 581 ± 79.769) and p-value of 0.640.Conclusion: Poor sleep quality was common among our students. The academic performance of these students was not statistically significant in comparison to that of good quality sleepers. Keywords: Academic performance, Dental undergraduates, PSQI, Sleep quality
Drug Resistance Pattern of Salmonella Typhi in Patients Suffering from Enteric Fever - Experience from Tertiary Care Hospital of Peshawar.
Authors: Wajeeha  Qayyum  , Zaland Ahmed Yousafzai  , Malghalara Afridi  , Muhammad Fozan Khan  , Rizwan Amin Kundi  , Bilal Iqbal
Published: December 2023

Background: Enteric fever is one of the most common infections in Southeast Asia. Over the last decade, increasing drug resistance against salmonella has been documented. Objectives: This study aimed to determine the drug resistance pattern of salmonella typhi at a tertiary care hospital in Peshawar.Material and Methods: A cross-sectional observational study was conducted at Rehman Medical Institute, Peshawar over one year, from June 2022 to June 2023. All the patients who had culture-proven typhoid were included in the study. Antibiotic sensitivity was determined against conventional and latest antibiotics used for typhoid fever. Data was analyzed through SPSS24.Results: Out of 284 patients, 60.6% (n=172) were males and the mean age was 24.07±11.65 years. Only 11.3% (n=32) had non-resistant typhoid fever. Extended Spectrum Beta lactamase resistance was noted in 43.3 % (n=123), Extensive drug resistance (XDR) in 37.3% (n=106), and multidrug resistance (MDR) in 8.1% (n=23) of total cases. Salmonella typhi was sensitive to Azithromycin and Meropenem in 100% and 99.6% of cases respectively. Its sensitivity to cotrimoxazole, Chloramphenicol, and Ampicillin was 48.9%, 17.6%, and 7.70% respectively. Only 2.5% of typhoid cases were sensitive to Ciprofloxacin.Conclusion: Drug-resistant typhoid has shown a rising trend. Conventional antibiotic therapy has developed significant resistance. Azithromycin and Meropenem have shown good sensitivity to Salmonella.Keywords: Drug Resistance, Sensitivity, Typhoid
Factors Affecting the Birth Outcome Among Women with Eclampsia at Mardan Medical Complex, Mardan, Pakistan.
Authors: Naila  , Gul Seema , Rehman Fatima , Iffat Irshad  , Nuzhat Amin  , Akhtar Nasim , Sami Ullah
Published: December 2023

Background: Eclampsia is a life-threatening complication of pregnancy. Identifying the factors affecting birth outcome in eclamptic patients allows for targeted interventions to enhance maternal and fetal well-being.Objectives: To identify the risk factors that adversely affect birth outcomes among women with eclampsia.Material and Methods: This Cross-Sectional Descriptive study was conducted at Gynae Unit in Mardan Medical Complex, Mardan, from 1st January to 31st Dec 2018. A total of 157 antenatal patients who presented with eclampsia and live fetuses were enrolled for the study through non probability sampling technique. The data on their demographic variables, gestational age at presentation, mode of delivery, and birth outcome were recorded.The logistic regression model was used to investigate the dependence of birth outcome on maternal age, gestational age, mode of delivery, Parity and Booking Status. Results: Our analyses indicate that maternal age, mode of delivery, and parity significantly affect the birth outcome in women suffering from eclampsia. These three factors had a significantly negative impact on the birth outcome as their estimates are less than 1 at 5% level of significance indicating the probability of live birth decreases for the Normal Vaginal Delivery, Parity (multigravida), and advanced maternal age.Conclusion: Increased maternal age, normal vaginal delivery and multiparity increased the probability of still births in patients with eclampsia. Compared to the Cesarean section mode, normal vaginal delivery had a lower probability of live birth. Multigravida had a lower probability of live birth in eclampsia patients. Keywords: Cesarean Section, Eclampsia, Live birth, Normal vaginal delivery, Stillbirth.
Comparison between Ferrum Phosphoricum and Sterile Gauze Pack after Dental Extraction
Authors: Mansoor Ahmed Rahoojo  , Shahzad Muhammad , Ali Baloch Munawar , Faiza Hasan  , Hussain Siyal Zahid , Salman Preesa , Shams Salman
Published: December 2023

Background: Exodontia is the process of removing a tooth from its socket within the alveolar bone. Pain, bleeding, and non-healing are common complications associated with exodontias.Objectives: To compare bleeding time, pain, and healing after dental extraction using Ferrum Phosphoricum (FP) and a sterile gauze pack (SGP).Material and Methods: This randomized controlled trial included 236 patients selected through consecutive sampling. Medically healthy individuals aged 15 to 60 were included while unwilling participants, those with medical complications, substance abuse history, fractures, or pregnancy were excluded. Patient data, including age, gender, and intervention details, were documented. Participants were randomly divided into two groups: FP tablets and pressure pack. Hemostasis achievement time, healing, and pain were recorded for both groups. Chi-square and Student t-tests were employed for comparisons.Results: The SGP group had a longer bleeding time (6.09±1.41 min) than the FP group (2.37±0.95 min) (p<0.001). Abnormal bleeding was observed in 55.9% of the SGP group but not in the FP group (p<0.001). Regarding pain scores, on Day 3 and Day 7 post-operation, the FP group reported significantly lower pain scores than the SGP group (p<0.001). However, by Day 14, both groups had no reported pain (0.0±0.0). Moderate and severe pain were more prevalent in the SGP group than in the FP group on Day 3 and Day 7, with statistically significant differences (p<0.001). The healing score was significantly lower in the FP compared to the Gauze pack group on Day 3, 7, and 14 (p<0.001).Conclusion: Ferrum Phosphoricum is superior in controlling post-extraction bleeding, pain management, and wound healing compared to a sterile gauze pack.Keywords: Bleeding, Dental Extraction, Hemorrhage, Socket, Sterile.
Accompagner au changement des pratiques de médecins généralistes en formation en santé : Une approche orientée par l’activité et l’acceptabilité des usages du numérique en contexte de crise
Authors: Ciavaldini-Cartaut Solange , Jouët-Robba Aurélie
Published: December 2023

Les conditions de travail des étudiants internes de médecine générale lors de leurs stages en secteur hospitalier sont souvent dégradées par des horaires surchargés, un nombre important d’astreintes mensuelles et un suivi tutoral insuffisant augmentant leur peur de l’erreur médicale et leurs risques psychosociaux. Ce constat a conduit certaines facultés de médecine à améliorer le potentiel d’apprentissage de ces stages tels que conçus en alternance avec les périodes consacrées à leur formation à l’université. Cet article rend compte d’un accompagnement au changement des pratiques de médecins enseignants en poste, diplômés de leur thèse de doctorat et chargés de cette formation universitaire, en tension entre la nécessité d’innover en pédagogie et la réalité d’un travail à flux tendu avant et pendant la crise sanitaire de COVID-19. Son objet est une formation hybride (blended-learning) articulant des cours en présentiel, distanciel synchrone et asynchrone fondée sur des usages variés du numérique susceptibles de limiter les facteurs de risques psychosociaux des étudiants. Notre analyse mobilise deux modèles conceptuels complémentaires : le premier est la théorie unifiée de l’acceptation et de l’utilisation du numérique (Venkatesh, Thong et Xu, 2012) et le second, le modèle des phases de préoccupation de Bareil (2004, 2009). Nous avons récolté des données mixtes dans une perspective à la fois compréhensive et explicative des variables agissantes sur ce processus de changement et l’acceptabilité du numérique. L’originalité de nos résultats est d’éclairer ce processus à partir d’une approche orientée « activité du sujet et acceptabilité des usages ». Nous concluons sur le rôle des ingénieurs pédagogiques dans le soutien des équipes de professionnels de la santé vers l’innovation et le développement de leurs compétences en enseignement universitaire, en nous appuyant sur les travaux de la recherche en éducation et en formation.
La diversité des pratiques interactives à distance des étudiants : enjeu ou menace pour l’institution universitaire?
Authors: Baudrit Alain
Published: December 2023

Dans l’enseignement supérieur, les dispositifs et les outils numériques utilisés par les étudiants peuvent les amener à s’organiser sous forme de communautés de pairs et, ce faisant, à interagir en toute autonomie. Ils sont alors susceptibles de prendre quelque distance par rapport aux attentes et aux modes de fonctionnement propres à leur université, d’être tentés par des voies plus ou moins parallèles à celle-ci, à moins que les pratiques interactives à distance ne leur offrent des opportunités d’apprentissage ou d’investigation accrues. Dans cet article, plusieurs travaux sont examinés en ce sens afin de voir si de telles pratiques constituent un enjeu ou une menace pour l’institution universitaire. L’utilisation simultanée des outils officiels (comme les forums propres aux universités) et des moyens officieux dont disposent les étudiants (en l’occurrence les réseaux sociaux) est de nature à introduire un certain brouillage dans leurs interactions, cependant il peut y avoir là des opportunités d’échanges à caractère exploratoire ou des collaborations inédites. L’hybridation ainsi à l’œuvre est alors susceptible de se présenter comme un atout pour l’institution comme pour les étudiants.
The Relationship Between Lack of Sleep and Excessive Weight
Authors: Djojosaputro Mulyadi , Rahmawati Fri
Published: December 2023

Sleep is necessary for the body to function properly, so the duration and quality of sleep are significant for human health. Several studies have found that sleep is vital in regulating physiological functions such as energy balance, appetite, and body weight. Several studies also show increased appetite due to decreased leptin levels and increased ghrelin levels due to lack of sleep. Poor sleep quality reduces activity and results in excess body weight. The aim of this research was to see the relationship between lack of sleep and the incidence of excess body weight at Junior High School of Bakti Mulya 400, South Jakarta, Indonesia. The method used in this research was a correlational descriptive method. The research was conducted on 72 students of Bakti Mulya 400 Middle School. Body height was measured using a microtome and body weight was measured using a weight scale. Body Mass Index is calculated using the formula according to WHO. Respondents were asked to fill out a questionnaire. Data entry and analysis continued using spss 23 program. Based on the results of research on 36 people with a Body Mass Index of 18.5-22.9, 12 people didn’t get enough sleep, and 24 people got enough sleep. Meanwhile, of 36 people with a Body Mass Index > 23, there were 21 people didn't get enough sleep, and 15 got enough sleep. The conclusion from the research results is that sleep duration has a significant relationship with excess body weight, but sleep quality does not have a substantial relationship with excess body weight.

Keywords: Appetite, Excess body weight, Ghrelin, Lack of sleep, Leptin
Changes in the gas composition of umbilical cord blood of newborns after cesarean section using various protocols of general anesthesia in dogs
Authors: Sadovedov K. P. , Nechaev A. J. , Plemyashov K. V.
Published: December 2023

Cesarean section, being one of the most common  operations  in  veterinary  surgery, requires  a  special  anesthetic  protocol  that provides adequate anesthesia for the mother and has minimal effect on puppies. The aim of  the  study  was  to  evaluate  the  effect  of various non-inhalation and inhaled anesthetics on newborn puppies during cesarean section,  based  on  the  analysis  of  cord  blood gases.  3  groups  of  experimental  animals were formed, which used one of the studied anesthetic protocols. In the first experimental group, propofol at a dose of 4-6 mg/kg was used to maintain general anesthesia. Inhaled halogen-containing anesthetics were used in the  second  and  third  experimental  groups. Isoflurane 0.5 – 2.0 vol% was  used  in  the second  group,  and  sevoflurane  1.0  –  2.0 vol%  was  used  in  the  third  group.  When using  all  the  studied  anesthetics,  an  acidbase imbalance in the form of moderate acidosis was detected in the puppies after delivery, however, acidosis was less pronounced in the groups where halogen-containing anesthetics were used. The use of inhaled halogen-containing anesthetics had a lesser effect on puppies compared to non-inhalation ones. There were no significant differences in the effect  of  isoflurane  and  sevoflurane  from inhaled anesthetics.
Subconjunctival administration of "Actilize" for the treatment of small hemorrhages in the anterior chamber of the eye in cats with arterial hypertension
Authors: Argunov M. N.
Published: December 2023

Systemic arterial hypertension can occur in  cats  for  a number of  reasons.  The  most common causes of hypertension in cats include  kidney  disease  (chronic  kidney  disease, chronic interstitial nephritis, amyloidosis, glomerulonephritis, pyelonephritis, polycystic  kidney  disease,  renal  dysplasia,  as well  as  acute  renal  failure),  chronic  heart failure,  endocrinopathy  (diabetes  mellitus, hyperthyroidism,  etc.),  obesity (hyperlipidemia), chronic anemia, polycythemia, fever, arteriovenous fistula, the use of food with a high salt content, idiopathic factors. Taking into account the above, we set a goal –  to  introduce  into  veterinary  clinical practice  an  effective  fibrinolytic  "Actilize"; to establish its effectiveness in lysis of small hemorrhages in the anterior chamber of the eye with arterial hypertension of cats, as well as prevention and treatment of synechiae; to work  out  a  subconjunctival  method  of  administration of "Actilize" at the entrance of long  ciliary  arteries.  The  basis  of  the  research  methodology  was  a  scientifically based formulation of the problem, methods and means of lysis of small blood clots in the anterior chamber of the eye, prevention and treatment  of  synechiae  in  cats  with  arterial hypertension,  ensuring  maximum  effectiveness by improving existing treatment protocols,  as  well  as  testing  "Actilize"  and  the subconjunctival method of its introduction in the area of the entrance of long ciliary arteries  for  treatment  small  hemorrhages  in  the anterior  chamber  of  the  eye  with  arterial hypertension  of  cats  in  veterinary  ophthalmology. Thanks to the experiments, we were able  to  introduce  into  veterinary  clinical practice an  effective fibrinolytic "Actilize"; to establish its effectiveness in lysis of small blood  clots  in  the  anterior  chamber  of  the eye  with  arterial  hypertension  of  cats,  prevention and treatment of synechiae; to work out  a  minimally  invasive  subconjunctival method of administration of "Actilize" at the entrance of long ciliary arteries. In the case of extensive hyphema with arterial hypertension  of  cats,  followed  by  the  formation  of large blood clots, we recommended an intracameral  method  of  introducing  "Actilize" into the anterior chamber of the eye.
Towards the creation of a Digital Paretymology Dictionary (ΗΛΕΠΑ) of the +MorPhoSe Laboratory
Authors: Καραδημούλα Ε. , Κλωναράς Α. , Λουμπόνια Κ. , Φλιάτουρας Α.
Published: December 2023

Η παρετυμολογία είναι ένας αναλογικός μηχανισμός γλωσσικής αλλαγής που οδηγεί στην εσφαλμένη ετυμολογική σύνδεση μιας λεξικής μονάδας με άλλη με αποτέλεσμα φωνολογική, μορφολογική, σημασιολογική και ενίοτε ορθογραφική αλλαγή. Η παρετυμολογία περιλαμβάνει τρεις βασικές κατηγορίες: ρυθμιστική και παικτική ως συνειδητή παρετυμολογία και λαϊκή ως μη συνειδητή παρετυμολογία. Η λαϊκή παρετυμολογία είναι μια αυθόρμητη ψυχογλωσσολογική / γνωστική διαδικασία, η ρυθμιστική παρετυμολογία αποτελεί απόρροια των προσωπικών ιδεολογικών και πολιτικών απόψεων περί «καθαρισμού» της ελληνικής γλώσσας από «ξένα» στοιχεία, ενώ η παικτική παρετυμολογία αποτελεί μια διαδικασία παραλλαγής των λέξεων σε μη κωδικοποιημένους τύπους με κωμικό ή ειρωνικό αποτέλεσμα. Η παρούσα εργασία παρουσιάζει τη μεθοδολογία σύνταξης, τη χρησιμότητα και δειγματοληπτικά λήμματα ενός ειδικού ψηφιακού λεξικού ανοικτής πρόσβασης στην ιστοσελίδα του εργαστηρίου +ΜόρΦωΣη του Τ.Ε.Φ./Δ.Π.Θ. με τίτλο Ηλεκτρονικό Λεξικό Παρετυμολογίας (ΗΛΕΠΑ). Σημειώνουμε ότι το ΗΛΕΠΑ είναι το πρώτο αμιγές ειδικό ηλεκτρονικό λεξικό παρετυμολογίας στην ελληνική και διεθνώς με πλήρη τυπολογική ταξινόμηση, το οποίο θα εμπεριέχει πληθώρα παραδειγμάτων και πρωτογενές υλικό.

Paretymology is an analogical mechanism of language change that leads to the incorrect etymological connection of one lexical unit with another. As a result of this mechanism, the word is subject to a process of phonological, morphological, orthographical and/or semantic change. This study presents the creation of a specialized, open-access and digital dictionary of the +MorPhoSe website, entitled Digital Dictionary of Paretymology (ΗΛΕΠΑ), which will list the paretymologies of Μodern Greek (Standard Greek and dialects) in three types: regulatory and ludic as conscious paretymology and folk etymology as non-conscious paretymology. Folk etymology is a spontaneous psycholinguistic / cognitive process, regulatory paretymology results from personal ideological and political opinions about the “clearing” of the Greek language from “foreign” elements, while ludic paretymology involves incorporated types with comic or ironic effect. ΗΛΕΠΑ is therefore going to be the first special digital dictionary of paretymology in Greek, which will contain a multitude of examples and will include primary material.
Zηνὸς νόος and “the birth of the author” in Hesiod’s poem “Works and Days”
Authors: Шиловский Д.П.
Published: December 2023

Проблема авторства Гесиода может быть представлена как выделение «автора, обусловленного» (natura naturata) внешними тексту основаниями; на этих основаниях текст конструируется, правится и атрибутируется. Наряду с этим, появляющийся «автор обуславливающий» (natura naturans) обладает некоторыми признаками позднейшего самодовлеющего автора-демиурга, которые достались ему от причастности к божественному νόος — уму-замыслу-промыслу.

The problem of Hesiod’s authorship can be presented as the allocation of the “author conditioned” (natura naturata) by external text grounds; on these grounds the text is constructed, corrected and attributed. Along with this, the emerging “conditioning author” (natura naturans) has some signs of a later self-sufficient author-demiurge. He got these signs as a result of his involvement in the divine vόος — mind-plan-providence.
Benefits, Safety, and Considerations of Water Birth: A Comprehensive Review
Authors: S Sarawad Shivaleela
Published: December 2023

A water birth is a type of delivery when the mother labours and delivers the baby in a warm pool or bathtub. This review article seeks to present a thorough overview of water birth, covering its potential advantages, potential risks, and the body of existing research. We examine the physiological mechanics underlying water birth, the benefits it provides to both the mother and the newborn, as well as the potential drawbacks and ethical dilemmas surrounding this method. To assist medical professionals and expectant parents in making knowledgeable decisions about water birth, a critical analysis of the pertinent literature is offered1.
Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS): A Brief Overview
Authors: G Mendagudli Veerabhadrappa
Published: December 2023

Computer vision syndrome (CVS), also known as digital eye strain, is a current health issue brought on by the increased usage of digital devices like computers, smartphones, tablets, and e-readers. The pressure on the eyes and visual system brought on by prolonged screen use is the main cause of these symptoms. In order to give readers a general understanding of CVS, this review article will discuss its prevalence, risk factors, symptoms, and potential treatment options.
Predictive Maintenance in IoT Devices using Time Series Analysis and Deep Learning
Authors: Mohan Raparthy Et al.
Published: December 2023

The pervasive integration of Internet of Things (IoT) devices across industries has ushered in a new era of data-driven operational efficiency. However, the reliability and uninterrupted functionality of these interconnected devices necessitate innovative approaches to maintenance. This research focuses on the development and implementation of a predictive maintenance framework for IoT devices, leveraging the synergies between Time Series Analysis (TSA) and Deep Learning (DL) techniques. The primary objective of this study is to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of predictive maintenance processes, ultimately minimizing downtime and optimizing resource utilization. The research methodology involves the collection of diverse data types from IoT devices, encompassing sensor readings, error logs, and historical maintenance records. A meticulous data preprocessing stage follows, involving cleaning, normalization, and feature extraction to prepare the dataset for analysis. The core analytical components of the proposed framework include Time Series Analysis for uncovering temporal patterns in the IoT data. Statistical methods and time series decomposition are applied to identify trends and seasonality, providing valuable insights into the device's performance over time. Concurrently, Deep Learning models, specifically recurrent neural networks (RNNs) and long short-term memory networks (LSTMs), are employed to predict maintenance needs based on historical patterns. Results obtained from the application of the predictive maintenance framework to real-world IoT datasets demonstrate promising accuracy and efficiency in anticipating maintenance requirements. The paper identifies existing challenges in predictive maintenance for IoT devices and suggests future research directions. These include the exploration of edge computing, federated learning, and the integration of explainable AI to enhance model interpretability. In conclusion, the study underscores the significance of predictive maintenance in ensuring the reliability of IoT devices, offering a roadmap for industries seeking to harness the full potential of data analytics and artificial intelligence for operational excellence.
Control Concept for a Molten Salt Receiver in Star Design
Authors: Schulte Jonas , Schwager Christian , Frantz Cathy , Schloms Felix , Teixeira Boura Cristiano J. , Herrmann Ulf
Published: December 2023

A promising approach to reduce the system costs of molten salt solar receivers is to enable the irradiation of the absorber tubes on both sides. The star design is an innovative receiver design, pursuing this approach. The unconventional design leads to new challenges in controlling the system. This paper presents a control concept for a molten salt receiver system in star design. The control parameters are optimized in a defined test cycle by minimizing a cost function. The control concept is tested in realistic cloud passage scenarios based on real weather data. During these tests, the control system showed no sign of unstable behavior, but to perform sufficiently in every scenario further research and development like integrating Model Predictive Controls (MPCs) need to be done. The presented concept is a starting point to do so.
HEMATOMA EPIDURAL ESPONTÂNEO EM UM PACIENTE COM ANEMIA FALCIFORME – RELATO DE CASO
Authors: Tenório Luiz Eduardo Mendonça , Menezes Cleiton Onofre de , Calado João Victor Franco de Oliveira , Silva Luiz Felipe Gomes Rosa , Duarte Gustavo Zatta , Pavelegini Lara Dandolini
Published: December 2023

Os hematomas epidurais (HE) são comuns no contexto de um trauma. Raramente podem ser de ocorrência espontânea e associar-se à doença falciforme. Apresentamos neste artigo um relato de hematoma epidural espontâneo em paciente de 14 anos de idade. O paciente foi admitido com crise de cefaleia e progrediu ao longo de 96 horas com piora clínica e diagnóstico tardio com a cirurgia realizada já com o paciente comprometido neurologicamente. Progrediu de maneira insatisfatória com óbito no 3 dia pós cirúrgico. A doença falciforme possui diversos relatos na literatura com relação ao hematoma epidural espontâneo. Os principais mecanismos envolvem o infarto ósseo, a expansão da medula óssea hematopoiética e congestão venosa. O diagnóstico precoce e intervenção são cruciais no atendimento destes pacientes e são fator determinante na sobrevida e resultado.

Palavras-chave: Anemia falciforme; Hematoma epidural craneano; coagulopatias.
Inseparability and customisation degree as determinants of service firms' internationalization
Authors:   Universidad de Valencia, Sánchez Peinado Esther , Pla Barber Jose ,   Universidad de Valencia
Published: December 2023

The vast majority of theoretical approaches in internationalisation have emerged from manufacturing sector and, thus, some explanations may not be true in the whole service sector. This paper analyses the importance of sector characteristics in the entry mode choice and shows that there are different behaviours patterns not only among the service and manufacturing sectors but also among service firms. In this paper, we propose two characteristics of services, inseparability and customisation degree, as key dimensions to classify services because of their importance in the international arena. From a cluster analysis in a sample of 113 Spanish service firms, this paper identifies four groups of services and it provides evidence about the existence of some differences in the entry mode choice patterns according to the nature of the group being analysed.
The Internationalization of the Firm and the Multinational Enterprise: a Contemporary Conceptual Review
Authors:   Universidad del País Vasco (UPV/EHU), Villarreal Larrinaga Oskar
Published: December 2023

The growing phenomenon of globalization is generating a new and more complex economic environment. It influence in the management of companies, which has to introduced new variables of management. Therefore it implies to redefine some terms and concepts that seems to be sufficiently consolidated in the science of the economy. They are numerous problems for delimiting ancient concepts in actual environment. From this perspective, we will define an updated concept of internationalization and multinational company. Both of them are complex and, sometimes, ambiguous phenomenon with a high grade of heterogeneity, so they are difficult to define. To resolve the problem, we will propose a new terminology to enumerate the variety of implantations or foreign branches.
Taxation of cooperatives. A model that strengthens equity
Authors:   Eraginkor, S. Coop, Polanco Beldarrain Joseba
Published: December 2023

Co-operatives are a type of business with their own special characteristics, including the distribution and manner of control, the way of sharing out dividends, the existence of obligatory funds, the self-regulation of work, the procedure for attributing economic funds when one member leaves and the fact that workers have a share in profit. In consequence, the institutional bodies in power in society have considered that this business formula should be fostered, and for this reason a series of regulations that offer tax benefits to these entities was developed, providing that certain requirements are fulfilled. Among the different requirements included are the contribution to Obligatory Reserve Funds (F.R.O) within the company as well as to specific expenses that remain under control of the Co-operative for social reasons, such as The Education and Promotion Fund. (F.E.P.C.)
The implicit models of the option valuation
Authors:   Universidad del País Vasco (UPV/EHU), Arregui Ayastuy Gerardo
Published: December 2023

Of the alternative approaches to the Black-Scholes options valuation model, the implied models have had the largest development in last years. In this approach there are different alternatives: implied trees, deterministic volatility function models and implied volatility function models. All of them are based on the estimation of the risk-neutral probability distribution of underlying asset future prices, that is congruent with the options market prices. Accordingly, implied models are found to provide an exact fit of reported structure of options prices. However, the pricing performance of implied models valuing out-of-sample options is not adequate, and its usefulness as predictive tool is not satisfactory. In this article we analyze to which extent the implied approach improve the option valuation theory, from both theoretical and practical point of view.
The Impact of Macroeconomic Factors on Current Account Deficit in ASEAN Countries
Authors: Ahmad Zuriyati , Jafre Nor Aziela , Kamarudin Wan Norsyakila Wan
Published: December 2023

In most ASEAN nations, a deficit in the current account balance began in 2018, sparking concerns among these countries. The deficit in the current account has led to various disadvantages in ASEAN countries, harming the nation’s economic health. Therefore, this paper analyzes the macroeconomic factors influencing the current account deficit in selected ASEAN countries. Data from eight ASEAN countries were analyzed using a panel static approach. Findings reveal that exchange rate (ER), Term of trade (TOT) and interest rate (IR) are the main factors that influence the deterioration of current account balances. Meanwhile, money supply (MS), and oil price (OILP) showed insignificant relationships towards current account balances. As ER, IR and TOT influence the current account significantly, it is suggested that the authorities in ASEAN countries have policy reforms and macroeconomic adjustments accordingly to improve the current account deterioration.
University Students’ Perception of Online Speaking Assessment
Authors: Alumalai Logeswary , Paramasivam Shamala
Published: December 2023

The objective of the study is to investigate students’ perception of online speaking assessment in terms of satisfaction, confidence, and use of technology. The study involved third-year Bachelor of English students from a public university in Malaysia. A descriptive case study methodology was employed to fulfill the research objectives. Data was primarily collected through a 5-point Likert scale questionnaire, complemented by semi-structured interviews. The study found that students had both positive and negative perceptions towards online speaking assessment. On the positive side, a majority of students reported that online speaking assessment gave them greater confidence and comfort, helping them towards improved performance. The findings demonstrate that the online environment can mitigate student anxiety and bolster language proficiency. Additionally, the study underscores the necessity for students to develop technical skills due to online assessment, thereby highlighting the direct impact of such assessment on students’ technological proficiency. Conversely, students’ negative perception centered on technical challenges such as poor internet connectivity and technical problems, both of which highlight practical obstacles in online education. The findings of the study have implications for Krashen's (1985) Affective Filter Hypothesis in understanding the impact of emotions on speaking performance. This study has significance for educators to improve methods of online speaking assessment by addressing challenges faced by learners. Improving the online mode of evaluation would help sustain the future of online education.
Pengaruh Promosi Penjualan dan Tagline Terhadap Keputusan Pembelian Konsumen Tokopedia
Authors: Djiepangestu Erfan , Iskandar Donant Alananto Iskandar
Published: December 2023

This research is aims to find out how the influence of sales marketing and taglines on consumer purchasing decisions at Tokopedia. By discussing how companies can attract people to use the Tokopedia application as a shopping application. This type of research is a causal conclusive research where this study aims to obtain evidence of a causal relationship between sales promotion variables and taglines on purchasing decisions on sales in the Tokopedia application. This research uses quantitative research. The results of this study indicate that sales promotions have a positive but not significant effect on Tokopedia's consumer purchasing decisions. The results also show that promotion has a positive and significant influence on purchasing decisions.
The evaluation of microbial air contamination in microbial pesticide manufacturing in bioreactors
Authors: Yaroshevsky Vladislav , Osipenko Tatyana , Yaroshevska Julia
Published: December 2023

The paper is dedicated to actual scientific and practical problem solutions for air treatment in microbial pesticide manufacturing. Experimental results of air filtration in series-link filters with 5 μm – 1 μm rating polypropylene cartridges are shown. Obtained microbial contamination level of filtered air 3.4 CFU·m–3 was low and air quality seemed to be sufficient for fermentation broth aeration in the bioreactor. The reasons for such results and prospects of filtration system simplification for pilot-scale microbial pesticide manufacturing are discussed.
Influenţa derivaţilor vinil-triazolici asupra creșterii fungului Fusarium avenaceum (FR.) SACC
Authors: Lupascu Galina , Gavzer Svetlana , Cristea Nicolae , Lupascu Lucian , Stingaci Eughenia , Zveaghintseva Marina , Pogrebnoi Serghei , Macaev Fliur
Published: December 2023

Testing of the fungus Fusarium avenaceum growth on nutrient medium (PDA) supplemented with the new vinyl-triazole derivatives in concentrations of 0.00125% - 0.01% demonstrated their high capacity to inhibit the pathogen, which offers chances of their use in the protection measures of common winter wheat.