bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
An Exploration of Factors Influencing Oversharing on Facebook Groups
Authors: Dupuis Marc , Powell Breanna , Lanphere Margaret , Duarte Manual , Hao Billy
Published: February 2024

Social media usage is extremely prevalent and so is the oversharing of personal information online. This paper aims to examine the factors that influence information disclosure on Facebook and how participation in groups may affect sharing behaviors. Groups can provide a more intimate and supportive environment, which may lead to excessive information sharing. An online survey was conducted on Amazon’s Mechanical Turk platform with 373 accepted responses from self-reported Facebook users. The data was analyzed to determine which demographic and personality factors are correlated with oversharing behaviors on user profiles and within Facebook groups. This work has implications for understanding how individuals seek support online and what information they feel comfortable disclosing. Oversharing may increase user feelings of social support but also may make users vulnerable to cyberbullying and social engineering attacks.
Creating a Practical Education in Space Cybersecurity Through Antenna Design and Implementation
Authors: Duncan Clark , Joyce Randall , Bugg Spencer , Marquardt Jason , Combs Marcia
Published: February 2024

With the increasing concerns over cybersecurity and space systems preparing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals is critical. In this research, undergraduate and graduate students were exposed to cybersecurity and space systems through practical antenna design and implementation in hopes of capturing pirate communication signals while in the Western Kentucky area. Students designed and built turnstile and helical antennas that focused on the 255 MHz and 318 MHz frequencies that interfaced with software-defined radios. With these systems, students were able to capture a limited range of low earth orbiting (LEO) satellite communications while ascertaining an understanding of satellite communication fundamentals. Overall, students were able to gain an understanding of antenna design, the importance of radio frequency, and satellite communications.
Nghiên cứu đặc điểm phát triển mô học của tuyến sinh dục đực tôm rảo (Metapenaeus ensis de Haan, 1850) ở đầm phá Tam Giang-Cầu Hai, tỉnh Thừa Thiên Huế
Authors: Lê Thế Lươn  , Lê Thế Thắng
Published: February 2024

Nghiên cứu thực hiện trên tôm rảo (Metapenaeus ensis de Haan, 1850) ở đầm phá Tam Giang-Cầu Hai, tỉnh Thừa Thiên Huế từ tháng 12/2013 đến tháng 07/2014 với mục đích xác định cấu trúc mô học sự phát triển của tuyến sinh dục đực sau khoảng thời gian nghiên cứu, qua đó cung cấp các dẫn liệu nhằm cải thiện nguồn giống và chất lượng giống, nâng cao hiệu quả trong nhân giống nhân tạo. Kết quả nghiên cứu này công bố được đặc điểm hình thái và cấu trúc mô học sự phát triển của tuyến sinh dục tôm rảo đực. Tôm rảo đực trưởng thành là tôm đã có đầy đủ phần phụ sinh dục đực (Petasma), chiều dài lớn nhất là 147,0 mm, chiều dài nhỏ nhất là 108,0 mm, chiều dài trung bình 127,5±2,5 mm; khối lượng lớn nhất là 25,0 g, khối lượng nhỏ nhất là 10,5 g, khối lượng trung bình 17,75±1,3 g. Tuyến sinh dục tôm rảo đực trưởng thành cùng tồn tại các tế bào sinh dục đực như: các tinh nguyên bào, tinh bào 1, tinh bào 2, các tinh tử (tiền tinh trùng) và tinh trùng. Tinh nguyên bào có số lượng nhiều; Tinh bào 1 có kích thước lớn nhất (12,3±0,5 μm), có dạng bầu dục; Tinh bào 2 có kích thước (9,8±0,5 μm) nhỏ hơn các Tinh bào 1 nhưng lớn hơn các Tinh nguyên bào (11,7±0,5 μm), các Tinh tử và Tinh trùng; Tinh tử có đường kính 4,5±0,5 μm và có hình bầu dục; Tinh trùng có đường kính 3,7±0,5 μm và đuôi có chiều dài 2,5±0,3 μm nhưng không di động được. Quá trình sinh tinh diễn ra liên tục.

Từ khóa: Tôm rảo, mô học, sinh sản, Metapenaeus ensis, Tam Giang-Cầu Hai.
Ảnh hưởng của nhiệt độ lên sự phát triển và sinh sản của loài copepoda Pseudodiaptomus annandalei
Authors: Đoàn Xuân Nam  , Bùi Văn Cảnh  , Phạm Quốc Hùng  , Đinh Văn Khương
Published: February 2024

Ba thí nghiệm được thực hiện để đánh giá ảnh hưởng của nhiệt độ (25, 30 và 34ºC) lên sự phát triển, tỷ lệ sống, sức sinh sản, tỷ lệ nở thành công, khả năng sinh sản và tuổi thọ của loài giáp xác chân chèo Pseudodiaptomus annandalei. Ở thí nghiệm 1, naupli mới nở F1 được nuôi trong các bình 5 lít nước (độ mặn 20 ppt), hàng ngày thu 300 ml xác định thành phần và kích thước các giai đoạn phát triển khác nhau. Ở thí nghiệm 2, 500 naupli mới nở F1 được nuôi trong mỗi cốc nhựa 1 lít (lặp lại 4 lần) cho tới khi quần thể trưởng thành 100%. Tỷ lệ sống, sức sinh sản và tỷ lệ nở thành công, số naupli nở ra/copepoda được xác định. Thí nghiệm 3 sử dụng những con đực, con cái trưởng thành ở thí nghiệm 2, bố trí mỗi nhiệt độ với 50 đực và 50 cái cho 5 đơn vị thí nghiệm, số naupli sinh ra được đánh giá trong 10 ngày và số copepoda đực, cái chết được xác định hàng ngày cho tới khi toàn bộ copepoda chết hết để đánh giá tuổi thọ. Kết quả cho thấy, yếu tố nhiệt độ nước ảnh hưởng đến tỷ lệ sống, sự phát triển, sinh sản và tuổi thọ của copepoda P.annandalei. Nhiệt độ 30 ºC là nhiệt độ thích hợp nuôi sinh sản loài copepoda P. annandalei.

Từ khóa: Nhiệt độ, Pseudodiaptomus annandalei, phát triển, sinh sản, tỷ lệ sống.
Ảnh hưởng kết hợp của nhiệt độ và đồng đến tỷ lệ sống, tốc độ tăng trưởng, bắt mồi và hô hấp của ấu trùng cá chẽm mõm nhọn (Psammoperca waigiensis)
Authors: Võ Thị Xuân  , Lê Minh Hoàng  , Đinh Văn Khương
Published: February 2024

Mục tiêu của nghiên cứu này nhằm đánh giá ảnh hưởng của nhiệt độ và đồng đến sinh trưởng, bắt mồi và hô hấp của ấu trùng cá chẽm mõm nhọn Psammoperca waigiensis. Ấu trùng cá chẽm mõm nhọn (khối lượng: 0,16 ± 0,01 g; chiều dài: 2,53 ± 0,11 cm) được phơi nhiễm một trong số các nồng độ Cu: 0, 50, 100, 150, 200, 250, 300, μg/L ở nhiệt độ là 28 ºC hoặc 32 ºC trong 72 giờ. Mật độ cá bắt đầu thí nghiệm là 10 ấu trùng/L. Cá được nuôi trong các lọ thủy tinh có thể tích 1L. Mỗi nghiệm thức được lặp lại 3 lần. Tỷ lệ sống, bắt mồi, hô hấp và tốc độ sinh trưởng được xác định ở các mức 24, 48 hoặc 72h sau khi kết hợp ảnh hưởng của nhiệt độ và đồng. Sau giai đoạn phơi nhiễm, ấu trùng được nuôi phục hồi ở nước sạch (không có Cu) và nhiệt độ 28 ºC trong 10 ngày. Kết quả cho thấy nhiệt độ cao và đồng làm giảm tỷ lệ sống, tốc độ bắt mồi, tăng trưởng và hô hấp của ấu trùng cá chẽm mõm nhọn. Quan trọng hơn, ảnh hưởng của đồng lên các thông số sinh trưởng và sinh lý của ấu trùng cá tăng mạnh ở nhiệt độ cao (32ºC), cho thấy sự tương tác cộng hưởng của hai yếu tố này. Ảnh hưởng của đồng và nhiệt độ cao còn kéo dài ít nhất 10 ngày sau giai đoạn phơi nhiễm, làm giảm đáng kể tỷ lệ sống, bắt mồi, tăng trưởng và hô hấp của ấu trùng cá chẽm mõm nhọn.

Từ khóa: Cá chẽm mõm nhọn, Psammoperca waigiensis, nhiệt độ, đồng, tăng trưởng, hô hấp
State Financial Losses as a Result of Environmental Damage
Authors: Sari Retno Dewi Pulung , Nurjaya I Nyoman , Puspitawati Dhiana , Monteiro Sequito
Published: February 2024

Indeed, corporations serve as the primary consumers of resources and the primary contributors to environmental damage. Indonesia incurs substantial economic losses as a consequence of environmental damage. Corruption frequently contributes to the deterioration of these conditions, resulting in fiscal ramifications for the government that are attributable to environmental damage. This study aims to examine the state financial losses incurred by states as a result of environmental damage. This is normative-jurisprudential research. This research shows that environmental damage ultimately results in a financial loss for the state and must be recouped by the violating corporation. The deterioration of this circumstance is frequently correlated with corruption, leading to financial losses for the government due to environmental damage. Therefore, a comprehensive legal framework is required to maximize the recovery of this damage. Enhancing regulatory transparency concerning the distribution of state funds and calculating losses will ensure the legal validity of efforts to enforce environmental legislation in response to corporate violations. Furthermore, environmental damage affects the populace's well-being, resulting in economic and health repercussions and reduced state revenue. To promote sustainability, the government must regulate financial impacts through education and a greater focus on MSME business lines.
Judges' Philosophical Orientation in Resolving Anti-SLAPP Disputes
Authors: Rachmawaty Rachmawaty , Hartiwiningsih Hartiwiningsih , Rachmi Handayani I Gusti Ayu Ketut , Danendra Ravi
Published: February 2024

The Anti-SLAPP mechanism in Indonesia still needs to fulfill the four fundamental dimensions of effective Anti-SLAPP. Deciding on Anti-SLAPP in an interim decision is a progressive step because it is a translation of the Anti-SLAPP mechanism in the form of a case dismissal procedure as early as possible. Because no complete rules govern it, this creates confusion for judges. This research aims to analyze the philosophical orientation of judges in resolving disputes for anti-strategic lawsuits against public participation fighters based on Pancasila justice. This research is normative legal research employing two approaches—a philosophical approach and a conceptual approach—and collects and obtains data through direct interviews with judges. This research shows that the Judge's decision in resolving anti-SLAPP disputes based on Pancasila values still needs to be stronger. So, development that damages the environment and benefits the government and corporations will continue. Based on these facts, it is known that the regulation and implementation of anti-SLAPP in Indonesia still do not provide justice for all elements of it because one of the causes is the limitations of the existing anti-SLAPP rules in Indonesia. The factors that caused the Judge's decision not to be based on Pancasila justice can be seen from the lack of legal protection for environmental fighters in Indonesia. Then, the Judge's philosophical orientation in resolving Anti-SLAPP disputes with Pancasila justice refers to the five principles of Pancasila.
Acompanhamento de pacientes com HAS e DM no ambulatório de saúde coletiva da família
Authors: Da Silva Eduardo Valdemar , Galvão Thaiz Ferreira , Correia Leonardo Temóteo Wanderley de Jesus , Holanda Nadia Karyne de Lima , Silva Sthefanie de Souza , De Alcantara Carlos Henrique Leite , Falcão Sara Tenório de Albuquerque , Ribeiro Guilherme Costa , Brasdil Junior Jose Edvilson Castro
Published: February 2024

Introdução: a hipertensão arterial sistêmica (HAS) é uma doença crônica não transmissível definida por níveis pressóricos elevados, em que os benefícios do tratamento superam os riscos. Trata-se de uma condição influenciada por fatores genéticos/epigenéticos, ambientais e sociais, caracterizada por elevação persistente da pressão arterial sistólica (PAS) maior ou igual a 140 mmHg e/ou pressão arterial diastólica (PAD) maior ou igual a 90 mmHg, aferida em pelo menos duas ocasiões diferentes, na ausência de medicação anti-hipertensivo, Objetivo: discorrer sobre a avaliação e o acompanhamento de consultas com pacientes de porta de entrada, durante atendimentos realizados no ambulatório. Metodologia trata-se de um estudo experimental referente ao processo de acompanhamento e à realização de consultas com pacientes no dia a dia de um consultório de atenção primária. Resultados/Discussão: durante as consultas realizadas, foram computados um total de 85 pacientes, sendo 50 do sexo feminino e 35 masculino, representando 58,82% e 41,18% feminino e masculino respectivamente. Tais valores são compatíveis com estatísticas existentes no referente a prevalência por sexo, tendo em vista que de acordo com a Pesquisa Nacional de Saúde (PNS) de 2019, a prevalência de HAS em mulheres (27,3%) foi maior do que em homens (21,2%). Isso significa que, em 2019, 27,3% das mulheres e 21,2% dos homens brasileiros com 18 anos ou mais tinham diagnóstico de HAS. Conclusão: A avaliação do grupo amostral se mostrou compatível com dados estatísticos pré existentes em estudos quando a prevalência e fatores de risco mais comumente encontrados na atenção primária em saúde, reforçando a importância do conhecimento destas variáveis na avaliação de pacientes que possam ser portadores ou possíveis candidatos a desenvolver HAS para que seja feita a melhor conduta terapêutica. É essencial ainda ter em mente tais dados para a realização de programas e campanhas educativas que chamem a atenção para os fatores modificáveis, que possuem impacto significativo na prevenção e alteração do curso da doença, resultando em um saldo positivo no referente a ganhos de qualidade de vida para os pacientes.
Clinical profile during the first and second pandemic waves in children and adolescents with COVID-19 at pediatric public hospital, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Authors: Oliveira Jeferson Tobias da Silva de Oliveira de , Portela Luciana Fernandes , Vieira Marcelo Carvalho , Almeida Mariana Cristina Mendes , Sangenis Luiz Henrique Conde , Siviero Ivonete , Gonçalves Tatiana Rehder , Mediano Mauro Felippe Felix
Published: February 2024

Background: COVID-19 is usually milder in children and adolescents, leading to lower hospital admission rates than adults. This study evaluated clinical manifestations in children (< 10 years) and adolescents (10 to < 18 years) with COVID-19 admitted to a tertiary municipal hospital in Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) during the first (February to November 2020) and second pandemic waves (November 2020 to April 2021). Methods: this retrospective observational study considered patients in the pediatric age group (<18 years old) with confirmed diagnosis of COVID-19 using RT-PCR. Descriptive and bivariate analysis were performed assuming a p-value<0.05 level of significance for all analyses. Results: among the 34 included patients (50% boys; 73.5% children), the most prevalent symptom was fever (88.2%), followed by asthenia (85.3%), and cough associated with dyspnea (50%); 29.4% were admitted to the ICU, and 5.9% needed invasive mechanical ventilation. All patients were treated with antibiotics, 88.2% with antivirals, and 52.9% with corticosteroids. Asthenia was more frequent among children than adolescents (96.0% vs. 55.6%; p < 0.01). Tuberculosis was observed in none of the children, but 33.3% of the adolescents (p-value = 0.003). The percentage of hospitalized patients with family members infected with SARS-CoV-2 was smaller among children than adolescents (8.0% vs. 44.0%; p-value = 0.01). Other variables that differed between children and adolescents were C-reactive protein, creatinine, and need for non-invasive mechanical ventilation. There were no deaths among participants. Conclusion: in our hospital, COVID-19 was most often not severe in children and adolescents. Overall, children were hospitalized more frequently by COVID-19 than adolescents, with some differences for clinical characteristics.
Obscuring Reason
Authors: Noller Jörg
Published: February 2024

This paper argues that Kant and Fichte develop a conception of “obscuring reason.” This conception allows us to explain our reasons for immoral actions although we are not able to cognize the original ground of evil. The paper analyzes Kant's conception of rationalizing (Vernünfteln) as obscuring reason. By rationalizing, we imputably misuse our faculty of reason in order to construct a viewpoint from which we are no longer bound to the absolute demand of the moral law. Fichte draws on Kant and distinguishes three kinds of operations to obscure the moral law, namely (i) abstraction, (ii) delaying, and (iii) downgrading.
Adoption of UPI and Implementation of UPI-ATM in India: A Logit Analysis
Authors:   Assistant Professor, Department of Economics, Krishna Chandra College, Hetampur, Birbhum (West Bengal), India., Mandal Dr. Tirthankar
Published: February 2024

Unified Payments Interface (UPI) is a real-time payment system developed by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI). It was introduced to facilitate easy, quick, and secure online payments between banks. The Government of India is going to introduce UPI-ATM services after successful progress of UPI transaction. While challenges exist, such as limited digital literacy and connectivity issues, several factors have contributed to the adoption of UPI transactions. The present work finds the gap between rural and urban, male and female and technological knowledge and awareness in performing digital transactions. With the help of logit analysis, it has been observed a successful future of UPI-ATM services though there exists differences in many dimensions.
Developing a Robust Process for Design Margin Calculation Through Modal Scaling and Harmonic Analysis of Engine Mounted After Treatment System
Authors:   MTech- CAD/CAM & Automation, V.J.T.I Mumbai (M.H), India., Shaikh Zubair , Gajre Sudarshan ,   M. Tech, Assistant Professor, V.J.T.I Mumbai (M.H), India., Deshmukh Kishor ,   M. Tech, Department of Automobile Engineering, Applied Mechanics Engineering – Technical specialist Cummins India., Shete Jotiprasad ,   MTech- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Applied Mechanics Engineering at Cummins India.
Published: February 2024

The last few years have seen an increase in the complexity of emission standards. This has caused OEMs to start using Exhaust Gas Processors (EGP) or Exhaust After Treatment Systems (EATS)in complex integration. These systems are usually mounted on vehicle chassis or engine body with the help of mounting straps or brackets. The arrangement of the system leads to road loads and/or engine vibrations being transferred and causing damage to its components. New BS VI engines need some AT (After treatment) components to be mounted directly on the engine and others to chassis. The components that are directly mounted on engine are called close couple AT system which are subjected to engine harmonic vibrations which falls under forced vibration criteria. Most of the AT system are subjected to random vibrations and industry has a well-defined procedure to address the problem, but for harmonic vibrations there is no specific approach. In order to optimize the structural durability of close couple AT system against HCF (high cycle fatigue) fatigue harmonic vibration, there is a need for well-defined test analysis correlation procedure. The objective of this work is defining and documenting a robust process for design margin through calculation modal scaling and harmonic analysis of close couple AT system through test analysis correlation activity. Analytical, numerical and testing data were compared and conclusions are drawn. More case studies can be added to this work in order to validate the test analysis correlation activity and boost the degree of confidence. Future study may include recording additional failure modes in addition to the harmonic HCF failure mode.
Quality of Life, Fatigue and Social Support Among Healthcare Professionals During the COVID 19 Pandemic: A Systematic Review
Authors:   Hellenic Open University, School of Social Sciences, Patra, Greece, Theofilou Paraskevi , Moschopoulos A ,   Hellenic Open University, School of Social Sciences, Patra, Greece
Published: February 2024

Background: With the demanding nature of their work, healthcare professionals often face challenges that can affect their overall well-being. Understanding the factors that affect their quality of life is crucial to developing effective interventions and support systems. Aim: The present systematic review investigated the relationship between quality of life, fatigue, and social support among healthcare professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: The search for studies included in the study was performed using four online databases: PubMed, Embase, Scopus, and Web of Science. The search was limited to articles published in English between January 1, 2020 and March 31, 2023. In total, 14 articles were included in the systematic review. Results: The findings of this work showed a negative correlation between fatigue and quality of life in health professionals, as well as a positive correlation between social support and quality of life. Furthermore, it was found that the increased social support of healthcare professionals during the period of COVID-19 is associated with a better quality of professional life. Conclusion: It seems that higher levels of social support are associated with lower levels of anxiety and depression among health professionals.
Healing Gardens from the Perspective of Oriental Gardens Therapeutic Landscapes
Authors: Liu Laiyi
Published: February 2024

Healing gardens, originating from developed Western countries such as the United States, play a crucial role in enhancing both physiological and psychological well-being, as well as rehabilitation. Classical Chinese gardens inherently embody profound elements conducive to health, yet unlike Western Healing gardens, they have not formed a scientific research system. This paper delves into the literature and imagery to comprehensively understand the therapeutic concepts embedded in traditional Chinese gardens. Building upon the existing Western frameworks and the foundation of Chinese culture, it constructs a relatively comprehensive perspective of Healing gardens from the standpoint of Oriental gardens. Furthermore, the paper summarizes and anticipates the research on Healing gardens in China within this context.
Does Modernization of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) Enhance Sustainability in China
Authors: Li Chuqiu
Published: February 2024

This essay examines the challenges and strategies associated with the preservation of intangible cultural heritage (ICH) in the rapidly modernizing context of China. This study is aimed to provide practical guidance for safeguarding ICH by utilizing the sustainable development theory. The research methodology involves conducting comprehensive investigations, analyzing case studies, and examining the social, environmental, and economic dimensions of ICH preservation. Final findings indicate that the modernization of ICH can enhance its sustainability by striking a balance between market demands and the preservation of its intrinsic essence. However, it is crucial to avoid inappropriate modernization that may dilute or commodify ICH, thereby jeopardizing its cultural sustainability. The originality of this study lies in its emphasis on the importance of innovative approaches that consider the perspectives of local communities in promoting and preserving ICH. Overall, this research contributes to the understanding of ICH preservation and provides valuable insights into the development of effective strategies and policies for ensuring its long-term sustainability.
Nostalgia in Life Writing: Tracing the Uses of Nostalgia in Select Holocaust Trauma Memoirs
Authors: Sabu Naina A. , Radhakrishnan Vineeth
Published: February 2024

The article seeks to develop a theoretical analysis and interpretation of the role of nostalgia in German Holocaust memoirs. The intervention of advertising by appropriating nostalgia into marketing has led to an effacement of ‘algia’ or the pain that nostalgia implicates. The modern perception of nostalgia as a positive emotion has affected the idea of yoking nostalgia to traumatic experiences. The current paper analyses whether nostalgia plays a conspicuous role in the trauma narratives of Holocaust survivors. The paper is divided into three sections: first, an overview of the term ‘nostalgia’ through the ages is attempted to comprehend the problem of attaching nostalgia to trauma narratives. Second, textual analysis of The Boy on the Wooden Box (2013) by Leon Leyson and I will Plant you a Lilac Tree (2005) by Laura Hillman is undertaken to establish the presence of nostalgia in the narratives. Third, the major uses of nostalgia in the select texts are condensed into five categories: nostalgia functions as a tool of Ideological State Apparatus (ISA), relieves survival anxiety, improves resolute decisions, aids in preserving nostalgic objects and operates as an intermediary between individual and collective memories in the primary texts. Svetlana Boym’s binary classification of nostalgia is applied to the texts to provide an insight into the nature of nostalgia invoked. The study concludes that restorative nostalgia disrupts progress but augments the nostalgic individual’s determination to survive and recreate the perfect past. Reflective nostalgia provides the awareness that the past is irrevocable, and that change is inevitable.
Mitotane-Driven Apoptosis in Adrenocortical Carcinoma: A Molecular Insight
Authors: Akkus Armagan , ONAL Muge
Published: February 2024

Objective: This study aimed to investigate the responses of antiapoptotic BCL-2 and proapoptotic BID genes to Mitotane and other chemotherapy drugs in Adrenocortical Carcinoma (ACC) cells. The objective was to understand the impact of these drugs on apoptosis-related genes in ACC, shedding light on potential treatment pathways.
Materials and Methods: The study involved the use of ACC cells to assess gene expressions in response to Mitotane, Etoposide, and Cisplatin treatment. Gene expression levels of BCL-2 and BID were measured after drug exposure, providing insights into the modulation of apoptosis pathways by Rt-qPCR.
Results: The results demonstrated that Mitotane notably affected the expression of the proapoptotic BID gene in ACC cells, promoting apoptosis. In contrast, Etoposide and Cisplatin exhibited less consistent effects, with Cisplatin increasing the antiapoptotic BCL-2 gene and decreasing the proapoptotic BID gene compared to Mitotane.
Conclusion: This study revealed that Mitotane, as well as other chemotherapy drugs, influences the expression of key apoptosis-related genes in ACC cells. Mitotane showed a significant effect on the proapoptotic BID gene, indicating its potential as a treatment option for ACC. The findings suggest that Mitotane impacts ACC cells through multiple apoptosis pathways, highlighting its significance in ACC therapy.
Does Total Biopsy Core Length In Prostate Fusion Biopsy Affect The Diagnosis Of Clinically Significant Prostate Cancer?
Authors: Yakut Emrah , k Bahri
Published: February 2024

Objective: The aim of our study was to determine the optimal total core length for multiparametric magnetic resonance imaging (MpMRI)-guided prostate fusion biopsy (PFB) that would standardize clinical practice and maximize the detection rate of clinically significant prostate cancer (csPC) while reducing procedural complications, overdiagnosis, and cost.
Materials and Methods: A total of 212 patients with at least 1 lesion with Prostate Imaging Reporting and Data System score of ≥3 were evaluated retrospectively. Biopsy core lengths from the lesions were summed, and total core lengths (TCL) were calculated. Multiple logistic regression analyses were conducted for PIRADS 3, 4, and 5 lesions and the effects of TCL on the detection of csPC were analyzed separately.
Results: A total of 365 lesions were detected by MPMRI in 212 men included in the study. The mean TCL was 43.66 ± 12.91 mm in PIRADS 3 lesions, 47.71 ± 11.78 mm in PIRADS 4 lesions, and 60.36 ± 14.64 mm in PIRADS 5 lesions. As TCL increased, the probability of detecting both csPC (1.26-fold per unit increase in TCL) and clinically insignificant prostate cancer (cIPC)(1.25-fold per unit increase in TCL) increased for PIRADS 3 lesions at a statistically significant level,while for PIRADS 4 lesions, only the probability of detecting csPC (1.13-fold for each unit increase in TCL) increased.
Conclusion: This study has shown that the frequency of PCa detection rises with increasing TCL. For PI-RADS 3, both csPC and cIPC rise with increasing TCL, whereas for PI-RADS 4 only the frequency of csPC rises.
Efficacy of Pelvic Floor and Core Stabilization Exercises on Urinary Incontinence in the PostPartum Period
Authors: kaya ay , menek merve
Published: February 2024

Abstract
Aim: This study aims to compare the effectiveness of pelvic floor exercises and core stabilization exercises in the treatment of urinary incontinence in women.
Material and Methods: Forty women 1 to 6 months postpartum was recruited. The postpartum women were randomly divided into three groups: 1) pelvic floor exercises group (PFE); 2) core stabilization group (CS), 3) control group (C). Pelvic floor muscle exercises were performed 3 times a day (morning, noon, evening) in 3 different positions (lying on your back, sitting and standing) in PFE group. Participants performed core stabilization exercises 3 days a week for 6 weeks in CS group. Participants did not receive any exercise therapy and continued their routine. Urogenital Distress Inventory (UDI-6), Incontinence Impact Questionnaire (IIQ7) and Incontinence Severity Index (ISI) were used as outcome measurements.
Results: Statistically significant difference was observed in all outcome measures in the PFE and CS group (p<0.05). Also, there was no statistically significant change in outcomes measures in the control group (p>0.05). There was no significant difference between the outcome measures of the PFE and CS groups except for ISI values (p>0.17). UDI-6 and IIQ7 results in the PFE group improved more than in the CS group. When the PFE and control groups were compared, the PFE group was found to be more effective than the control group in terms of all results (p<0.017).
Conclusion: Pelvic floor exercises and core stabilization exercises are effective methods for reducing incontinence symptoms in the postpartum period. Pelvic floor muscle training caused more significant changes than core stabilization exercises in postpartum women.
Adrenal venous sampling (AVS): Success of catheterization and concordance of imaging lateralization with AVS lateralization
Authors: ay Ferdi , Eldem Fatma , lu Bora
Published: February 2024

Objective: Primary hyperaldosteronism (PA) is an important cause of secondary hypertension. One of the most crucial steps in the management of patients with PA is the determination of the laterality of aldosterone production (unilateral or bilateral disease). This study aimed to determine the success rate of adrenal venous sampling (AVS) and the concordance between imaging and AVS laterality.
Material and Methods: The procedural, radiological, and laboratory data of the patients who underwent AVS were evaluated retrospectively. The Selectivity Index (SI) and Lateralization Index (LI) were used for catheterization success and laterality determination, respectively. The Contralateral Suppression Index (CSI) was used for laterality determination in cases of unilaterally failed AVS. Abdominal CT scans were evaluated for adrenal nodules and hyperplasia.
Results: This study included 36 patients for catheterization success and 28 patients for laterality evaluation. The mean age was 56.08±9.01 years. The overall success rate was 88.9% (32 of 36 patients). The bilateral and unilateral successful catheterization rates were 52.8% and 36.2%, respectively. Unilateral disease was present in 15 (53.6%) patients based on AVS, right-sided in 9 (32.1%), and left-sided in 6 (21.4%) patients. Unilateral disease was present in 18 (64.3%) patients based on imaging, right-sided in 11 (39.3%), and left-sided in 7 (25%) patients. The proportion of agreement between imaging and AVS lateralization was 50% (14 of 28 patients).
Conclusion: The overall success rate of AVS was high when unilateral success was included. In half of the patients with PA in this study, CT showed discordant disease laterality compared to AVS.
Our Experience in Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) from the Anesthesiologist's Perspective: A Single-Center Retrospective Study
Authors: lmaz Nuray , Erel Selin , l Asl
Published: February 2024

Objectives
This study is aimed to review the perioperative complications, morbidity, and mortality rates of patients undergoing TAVI at our tertiary care hospital.
Material and Methods
The data for this retrospective study including 34 patients was collected from medical records of the patients. Statistical analyses were performed using SPSS 26 programme. The results were considered statistically significant at p<0.05.
Results
The study cohort, predominantly the elderly population (mean age 77.3 years), underwent TAVI under local anesthesia and sedation. Anesthetic induction involved fentanyl, ketamine and midazolam, with adjustments using propofol as needed. Hypotension emerged as the most common anesthesia-related complication. Importantly, the procedure was completed with conscious sedation in all cases that are not complicated by surgery, with no instances of respiratory complications. The most frequent procedure-related complication was atrioventricular bundle branch block.
Postoperative outcomes demonstrated a significant reduction in aortic valve parameters, validating the efficacy of the procedure. Notably, the 30- and 90-day mortality rates were 0%, indicating favorable short-term survival. The study highlighted the importance of maintaining hemodynamic stability through vasopressors, with noradrenaline being the preferred choice.
While the overall length of hospital stay averaged six days, the study emphasized the evolving landscape of TAVI, with shorter hospitalizations attributed to increasing procedural experience and refined anesthetic approaches. The need for permanent pacemaker was observed in 20% of cases.
Conclusion
This comprehensive analysis contributes valuable insights into the evolving field of TAVI, emphasizing the role of experienced anesthesiologists in optimizing patient outcomes. The study underscores the importance of refining anesthesia protocols, staying abreast of emerging guidelines and developing solution algorithms for emergency scenarios, ultimately enhancing the safety and efficacy of TAVI procedures in a rapidly expanding patient population.
Application of Simple Foot Shape Measuring Device in the Process of Shoe Selection
Authors: Dong Xiaotong , Sun Tianshe
Published: February 2024

Foot shape measurement is a key technology to obtain foot shape and size data, which is crucial for footwear design, production, and the comfort and health of consumers wearing shoes. The purpose of this paper is to discuss the method and technique of foot shape measurement and its application in footwear design and comfort evaluation. Combined with the simple foot shape measuring device designed and developed by the author, a foot shape measuring device with simple structure design and its application in the process of shoe selection are discussed. Through the comparison of different measuring equipment and the analysis of the relationship between foot shape data and footwear design, it provides a useful reference and guidance for footwear industry.
Remote Serial Port Virtualization Management System based on Brotli Compression Algorithm
Authors: Wu Longshan , Yao Chunlong , Qu Ying
Published: February 2024

With the rapid development of information technology, data communication and management systems are becoming more and more important in various industries. Especially in remote device management and data center operations, effective data processing and transmission mechanisms are crucial to ensuring system performance and reliability. In this context, serial port virtualization technology is particularly important because it allows remote devices to be controlled and monitored over the network, so that physical location constraints are no longer an obstacle to efficiency and effectiveness. However, as the amount of data increases, the efficiency of data transmission and storage becomes a key issue. Although traditional compression algorithms solve this problem to a certain extent, they often fail to provide ideal compression ratios and processing speeds when processing large amounts of data, especially in environments with limited bandwidth or limited computing resources. Therefore, finding an efficient compression algorithm has become the key to improving the performance of the remote serial port virtualization management system. This article adopts the method of integrating the Brotli algorithm into the system to solve the data compression and transmission efficiency problems faced in the traditional serial port virtualization system, thereby improving the overall performance and user experience.
The Discussion of Communicative Language Teaching in Language Classrooms
Authors: Bai Jiaying
Published: February 2024

Communicative Language Teaching (CLT), also known as communicative approach, has witnessed a tremendous growth of research since it was developed by British applied linguists, as an effective approach to L2 learning and teaching. The basic idea of CLT is that language instruction should focus on communicative proficiency instead of on mere mastery of structures. With the guidance of five interconnected principles summarized by Richards and Rodgers, various implementations are realized. However, the implementation of CLT in Asia still encounter a number of difficulties due to some conceptual and contextual mismatches. In the short discussion of CLT, its background, definition, main characteristics as well as its strengths and limitations are contained. The article aims to help foreign language teachers to acquire a comprehensive understanding of CLT and adapt their teaching beliefs to cope with the challenges in practical teaching.
A Review of English Learners’ Writing Self-efficacy
Authors: Zhang Yuting
Published: February 2024

English writing is a crucial skill for students to learn alongside listening, speaking, reading, writing, and viewing. It involves expressing information, ideas, thoughts, and emotions in written English form. Self-efficacy in English writing is an important factor that affects students’ writing achievement and strategy use. Many scholars have researched the factors that influence it. This paper reviews recent studies on self-efficacy in English writing from both home and abroad by referring to relevant literature. Firstly, it introduces the development trend of existing research through data. Then, it analyzes and summarizes the main contents of current research on writing self-efficacy in detail. Finally, it analyzes the shortcomings of the existing research and provides suggestions. The paper concludes that writing self-efficacy research mainly focuses on five aspects: investigating the level of writing self-efficacy, the relationship between self-efficacy and writing anxiety, writing strategies and academic performance, scale development, and the influence of wisdom teaching on writing efficacy. Despite this, there are still shortcomings in the research content, research methods, and research object diversity of writing self-efficacy, so the researchers provide suggestions for future efforts.
Research on the Optimization Path of Agricultural Factor Endowment Structure under the Perspective of Rural Revitalization
Authors: Meng Hao , Chen Xiwang , Li Kejia , Li Deyu
Published: February 2024

The strategy of rural revitalization is to adhere to the priority development of agriculture and rural areas, further adjust the urban-rural relationship between agriculture and industry, and accelerate the development of agriculture and rural economy, while optimizing the structure of China's agricultural factor endowment is the key to achieve rapid agricultural development and rural revitalization. Through the perspective of new structural economics, this paper discusses the relationship between agricultural factor endowment structure and agricultural institutional arrangement, agricultural industrialization and upgrading of agricultural factor endowment structure, as well as changes in agricultural factor prices and changes in agricultural factor inputs, and specifically researches how to optimize the existing structure of agricultural factor endowment and puts forward relevant suggestions.
MÃOS À OBRA! O ENCONTRO ENTRE TEORIA E PRÁTICA
Authors: Rabelo Maiara Thaisa Oliveira , Holtz Vandoir , Zarpellon Cayttano Saul de Sá , Silva Weverton Dyone Vieira
Published: February 2024

Este trabalho tem como objetivo apresentar o projeto de extensão denominado “Mão à Obra” em que, sob a supervisão de professores do curso de Engenharia Civil, foram apresentados aos alunos a correlação entre os conhecimentos teóricos obtidos no ambiente acadêmico com a prática da execução de um serviço da construção civil. A partir desta interação, é possível observar o acréscimo de conhecimentos específicos e práticos bem como o amadurecimento dos alunos, ambos com a concepção da responsabilidade técnica e social que cabe ao engenheiro civil. Os estudantes realizaram atividades de reforma e construção em ambientes do campus universitário e, posteriormente, junto à comunidade em uma obra social, estimulando nos acadêmicos o sentimento de pertencimento junto a instituição e contribuindo com a comunidade interna e externa na melhoria dos espaços. Os alunos detectaram falhas e problemas construtivos existentes na obra, demonstrando que já estavam identificando e reconhecendo a teoria na prática. Nesses momentos, além de distinguir as patologias, os professores instigavam os alunos a pensarem em soluções. Esse processo de reconhecer um problema, uma patologia e encontrar uma solução, gera experiência para os alunos, auxiliando o futuro profissional quando forem responsáveis por uma obra. Com a entrega da primeira obra, duas bancadas do laboratório de Materiais, diversas aulas passaram a ser realizadas naquele espaço, favorecendo os componentes práticos das disciplinas, além de exaltar a importância dessas ações na comunidade acadêmica.
SEXUALIDADE E GRAVIDEZ NA ADOLESCÊNCIA – UM FENÔMENO PERPASSADO DE COMPLEXIDADE E CONTINUIDADE
Authors: Mocelin Amanda Tadiane , Rissotti Arthur Bezerra , Nunes Gabriela de Souza Farias Brandão , De Oliveira Thiago Rodrigues
Published: February 2024

O artigo em tela versa sobre a sexualidade e a gravidez na adolescência na perspectiva de um fenômeno perpassado de complexidade e continuidade. A adolescência consiste em uma fase da vida criada historicamente pelo homem, como representação e como fato social e psicológico. Desta maneira, ela é edificada como significado na cultura e na linguagem que perpassa as relações sociais. O artigo tem por objetivo evidenciar o fenômeno relativo à gravidez na adolescência de forma a destacar sua complexidade e continuidade ao longo do tempo, mesmo diante do aumento das possibilidades do aumento de informação e conhecimento em função do célere desenvolvimento tecnológico da atualidade. Em se tratando da metodologia, o estudo refere-se a uma pesquisa bibliográfica cuja base teórica centra-se em autores que estudam a temática. A pesquisa aponta que o fenômeno relativo à questão da sexualidade e da gravidez na adolescência diz respeito  a carência de políticas públicas voltadas para pessoas nessa faixa etária, uma vez que é na adolescência que à pessoa dá inicio à elaboração de seu projeto de vida, que consiste em uma ação do indivíduo no sentido de escolher um, entre os futuros possíveis, de forma a transformar os desejos e as fantasias que lhe dão substância em objetivos passíveis de ser perseguidos, indicando desta forma uma orientação, um rumo de vida. Embora o projeto não se traduza em um resultado de um cálculo matemático, algo detalhadamente elaborado, ou de um processo linear, como em geral perpassa o pensamento do senso comum, certamente contribui para a construção de um plano de ação em que um individuo se propõe a realizar em relação a alguma esfera de sua vida seja ela profissional, escolar, afetivo, de forma a levá-lo a pensar na sua vida sexual e nas conseqüências das ações neste âmbito.
Relaciones laborales en fusiones y adquisiciones transnacionales. Una aproximación política
Authors: Ortiz Gervasi Luis , Coller Porta Xavier , Edwards Tony , Rees Chris , Wortmann Michael
Published: February 2024

Este artículo estudia la reestructuración que siguió a la fusión de dos multinacionales del sector farmacéutico. Los procesos de fusión y adquisición constituyen un buen escenario para la investigación de la capacidad de las multinacionales para difundir sus políticas y prácticas más allá de las fronteras de sus países de origen. Se seleccionaron cuatro plantas comparables en cuatro países suficientemente diversos por lo que se refiere a sus marcos institucionales de regulación de las relaciones de empleo: Reino Unido, Estados Unidos, Alemania y España. También se seleccionaron diversas políticas puestas en práctica globalmente por la central corporativa. Los resultados de la investigación demuestran que los marcos institucionales nacionales sólo constituyen una constricción relativa para la acción de la central corporativa. Incluso en países altamente regulados, como Alemania o (en menor grado) España, la compañía multinacional demostró su capacidad para difundir las políticas que quería implantar. Más allá de los factores institucionales tradicionales, la investigación demuestra la importancia de los factores políticos(en el plano corporativo, nacional e incluso de planta) para entender el éxito o el fracaso de la central corporativa en la difusión de ciertas prácticas.
La influencia del conocimiento político en las decisiones de voto
Authors: Fraile Maldonado Marta
Published: February 2024

Este trabajo discute y compara dos lógicas explicativas del comportamiento electoral: el voto por resultados y el voto ideológico. En concreto, el trabajo pone a prueba uno de los principales supuestos de ambas teorías: que las reglas que guían las decisiones de voto de los ciudadanos son las mismas independientemente de su nivel de interés, conocimiento e información sobre los temas políticos. Para ello se analiza material empírico proveniente de encuestas postelectorales en cuatro democracias: España, Portugal, Hungría y Polonia. Los datos pertenecen al segundo módulo del programa de Estudio Comparado de Sistemas Electorales (CSES, 2005), que contiene información sobre el comportamiento electoral y el conocimiento político de los ciudadanos. Los resultados apuntan a que mientras la influencia del conocimiento político en la lógica del voto por resultados es clara y contundente, resulta mucho menos concluyente en el caso del voto ideológico. Todo ello sugiere que el control democrático de los gobiernos a través de la sanción de su rendimiento requiere unos niveles mínimos de conocimiento e información sobre la política por parte de la ciudadanía.
Factores que aumentan la eficiencia de las encuestas postales
Authors: Díaz de Rada Igúzquiza Vidal
Published: February 2024

El objetivo de este trabajo es analizar los factores que intervienen en la mejora de la calidad y la tasa de respuesta de las encuestas postales. Una de las razones principales que nos anima a realizar este trabajo es el hecho que la colaboración en las entrevistas cara a cara y en las telefónicas está bajando en los últimos años, mientras que las postales permanecen estables. Así, en este artículo se sintetizan los factores que inciden en la eficiencia de las encuestas postales, planteando como hipótesis principal que la tasa de respuesta y la calidad de los datos recogidos utilizando encuestas postales es semejante —y en ciertos momentos superior— a los recogidos por la encuesta personal y telefónica, con un coste económico notablemente inferior.
Prevención del delito y futuro de la Policía
Authors: Torrente Robles Diego
Published: February 2024

Este artículo trata de la prevención de la delincuencia y del futuro de la Policía. Parte de unanálisis sobre cómo, a nivel de los países desarrollados, la preocupación social por una delincuencia creciente y el mito de una Policía antidelito ha puesto a ésta en una situación de encrucijada ante su propio futuro. El texto reproduce el debate que abrió David H. Bayley hace tres años yque todavía no está cerrado. La idea es que el futuro de la Policía depende de la respuesta a una pregunta. La de si está dispuesta a asumir la prevención de la delincuencia como una actividad central, y las consecuencias del cambio organizativo y cultural que ello comporta. El artículo discute las posibilidades de una respuesta negativa o afirmativa y las consecuencias que tendría para la Policía y la sociedad del futuro.