bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Adjuvant radiation therapy in breast cancer
Authors: Chakraborty Santam , Chatterjee Sanjoy
Published: April 2024

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in India, and adjuvant radiotherapy is an integral part of curative treatment in most patients. The recent decades have witnessed several advances in radiation therapy delivery. Several advances in radiation oncology have been identified which include technological advances, change in fractionation used, use of cardiac-sparing radiotherapy as well as efforts to personalize radiotherapy using accelerated partial breast irradiation or avoidance of radiotherapy in certain subpopulations. Indian data are available in most areas which have been summarized. However, increasing emphasis on research in these areas is needed so that effectiveness and safety in our setting can be established. Advances in breast cancer radiotherapy have resulted in improved outcomes. Data published from India suggest that these improved outcomes can be replicated in patients when appropriate treatment protocols are followed.
A comparative study of fractional CO2 laser with topical triamcinolone acetonide versus intralesional triamcinolone acetonide in the treatment of alopecia areata
Authors: Prasanna Harish , Srinivas Rajashekar Talari , Kuppuswamy Suresh Kumar , Keloji Hanumanthayya , Ravikumar Pavithra Thotta
Published: April 2024

Introduction:

Alopecia areata (AA) is a non-scarring alopecia of chronic autoimmune etiology with heterogenous severity against the anagen hair follicle over the scalp, beard, or any part of the body and is associated with a significant psychological morbidity in the mental status of the patients leading the patients to seek treatment for cosmetic reasons. The management of AA is very unpredictable and is associated with various cosmetic adverse effects. This study aimed at comparing the efficacy and safety of a novel procedure of laser-assisted drug delivery system of steroids with the first-line procedure of intralesional steroids (ILS) for the treatment of patchy AA.

Aims and Objectives:

To assess and compare the efficacy and safety of fractional CO2 laser in combination with topical triamcinolone acetonide aqueous solution and intralesional triamcinolone acetonide as a monotherapy and in the treatment of AA.

Materials and Methods:

A total of 60 patchy AA patients were included in this study. Patients were randomized into two equal groups: Group A and Group B with 30 patients in each group using a computer-generated block randomization. Patients in Group A received fractional CO2 laser with topical triamcinolone acetonide aqueous solution and Group B received ILS. Both groups received treatment for five settings with each setting a gap of 3 weeks. The efficacy and safety of treatment modalities in both groups were assessed using global photograph assessment (GPA)-scale, lesional area density score percentage of improvement (LAD score improvement %), visual discomfort scale (VDS), visual analogue scale, and documentation of adverse effects in each setting.

Results:

Efficacy of treatment modality-assessed using means score of GPA-scale and LAD score improvement % suggests quicker results to patients in Group B in initial settings but drastic improvement happens to patients in Group A in subsequent settings. At the end of 5th setting, GPA-scale and LAD score improvement % suggest maximum efficacy in patients in Group A and they are statistically significant (P-value < 0.001). The mean VDS in both groups suggests maximum discomfort in Group A, yet the patient satisfaction at the end of 5th setting was maximum with patients in Group A and they are statistically significant (P-value < 0.001). Cosmetic notable adverse effect of atrophy of skin was documented in 30% of patients in Group B.

Conclusion:

This study showed that fractional CO2 laser with topical triamcinolone acetonide is a better treatment modality than the intralesional triamcinolone acetonide for the treatment of AA with respect to efficacy, safety, and adverse events.
Patterns of quality assurance and treatment planning for stereotactic body radiation therapy in India – A survey
Authors: Sharma Smriti , Upreti Ritu Raj , Kinhikar Rajesh A. , Sahani G. , Dash Sharma P. K.
Published: April 2024

Aim:

The use of stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) is an increasing trend in the country. The aim of this study is to gain knowledge on patterns of quality assurance (QA) and treatment planning (TP) aspects with respect to SBRT.

Materials and Methods:

A questionnaire with multiple choice was designed to determine practices of SBRT covering areas such as years of experience, type of linear accelerator, tumor-motion strategies, calculation algorithm used in the TP system (TPS), the protocol used for small field dosimetry, the detector used for small field dosimetry and QA, respiratory management during delivery. The survey was sent to all radiotherapy institutes in the country having a minimum of one linear accelerator, and responses were analyzed.

Results:

From June 2022 to December 2022, 265 responses to the SBRT survey were received with response rate as 60.4%. The most common reason for not adopting SBRT was reported as a lack of capability of treatment machines to deliver SBRT (61.6%). Lung (81.1%) was the most practiced site. The most common delivery unit was a conventional linear accelerator (83%); 6 MV FFF (85.7%) was mostly used energy; volumetric-modulated arc radiotherapy (VMAT) (91.5%) was mostly used delivery technique; most of the equipment (more than 91.5%) used multileaf collimator (MLC) leaf width ≤5 mm. The most popular methods used for motion strategies during computed tomography (CT) were motion-encompassing and breath-hold techniques used by 65 (62.5%) and 62 (59.6%) respondents, respectively. The most popular method used for respiratory management during delivery was breath-hold by 55 (52.4%) respondents. Most TPS are equipped with either Type-C or Type-B algorithms. Heterogeneity was observed in the QA protocol and acceptance criteria for analysis of patient-specific QA.

Conclusion:

The survey resulted in heterogeneity in QA and TP aspects among users of SBRT and demands for harmonizing the dosimetric aspects of SBRT in the country.
Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices toward the Novel Coronavirus Infection in Dental Laboratories in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Alsadon Omar , Alayadi Haya , Alageel Omar , Vellappally Sajith , Almansour Haitham , Alsarani Majed
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACT

This study aimed to assess dental technologists/technicians knowledge, attitudes, and practice during the COVID-19 pandemic in Saudi Arabia. This cross-sectional study was conducted among workers in dental laboratories in Saudi Arabia. A validated questionnaire was developed based on previous literature and distributed online. The questionnaire assessed the study population’s knowledge, attitude, and practice regarding infection control protocol for COVID-19. Descriptive statistics of categorical variables were conducted. The response rate was 58.3%, where most respondents are male at a rate of 97%. Most of the participants (82%) were aware of the various infection control measures for COVID-19 in a dental laboratory. Forty-eight participants showed a level of knowledge range between 80 and 100%, while 27 and 30 participants reported moderate and low level of knowledge, respectively. Only 67% of the participants strongly agree that dental cast and fabricated/repaired restorations should be transferred in a very close and protective package to control infection. About 70% of participants indicated they always wear protective gear/goggles and should be warned while working in the dental laboratory. As the pumice slurry was utilized frequently to clean and polish the prostheses, 66% of participants agreed that pumice slurry should be always changed regularly. Regarding COVID-19 infection control procedures, dental technologists/technicians showed good knowledge, attitude, and practice; however, considering how infectious the virus is, more measures should be taken into consideration. Effective communication and collaboration between the laboratory and the dental clinic are essential for infection control.
Exploring the Effectiveness of Hydrophobic Glass Surface on Touch-Enabled Digital Device to Reduce Microbial Adhesion and Propagation
Authors: Premkumar Sowmya Vithya , Manimuthu Mani Sankar
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACT

This study investigates the effectiveness of hydrophobic glass surfaces in reducing microbial populations on touch-enabled digital devices. Hydrophobic coatings have been proposed as a potential solution to minimize microbial adhesion and growth on device surfaces. Here, we intended to investigate the effect of hydrophobic spray on microbial load. The results were quantitatively analyzed using microbiological techniques. the nonhydrophobic surface harbors gradual microbial buildup upon time, such as threefold increase from 2 to 4 h and fivefold increase to 6 h post initial sampling with 143.6 ± 33.89 cfu/ml increase up to 264.7 ± 28.53 cfu/ml, whereas the hydrophobic surface had an overall build-up from 16.6 ± 1.2 to 50.45 ± 11.12 cfu/ml with P < 0.0001 significance. This research provides valuable insights into the potential application of hydrophobic glass coatings to mitigate microbial contamination on touch-enabled digital devices, enhancing their hygienic properties and minimizing the risk of infectious disease transmission.
Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of the Interns About Exfoliative Cytology in a Tertiary Care Dental Hospital in Bhubaneswar City: A Questionnaire-Based Survey
Authors: Chakraborty Sankha S. , Bhuvaneshwari S , Manohar Balaji , Shroff Yashshwini , Mahapatra Niva , Kaur Awneet
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACT

The most significant accomplishment of dentists is the early detection of oral dysplasia or the rapid diagnosis of potentially malignant lesions. An additional test that assists in the diagnosis of numerous oral illnesses is exfoliative cytology. This study was conducted among dental professionals in the city of Bhubaneswar to assess their exfoliative cytology knowledge, attitudes, and practices. Fifty-eight dental interns participated in a cross-sectional, descriptive, Web-based questionnaire study. The findings reveal that while some interns were knowledgeable about some components of exfoliative cytology in oral cancer (OC) screening, they lacked a thorough understanding of other crucial elements. To enhance early diagnosis and lessen the prevalence of OC, it is critical that dental practitioners increase their understanding of and use of exfoliative cytology. To address the misconcepts found in the study, it draws attention to the necessity of patient education and public awareness campaigns. The study recommends more awareness and education among dental practitioners and emphasizes the need of tackling OC through preventive measures and appropriate diagnostic techniques such as exfoliative cytology.
An Unusual Presentation of Glucose Six Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency in a Toddler: A Case Report
Authors: Mehta Nishi , Kaur Gurpreet , John Biju M. , Sen Arijit
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACT

Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency is the most common worldwide inherited red cell enzymopathy which may have a varied presentation. It usually comes to attention when exposed to oxidative agents leads to an acute hemolytic crisis with a sudden dip in hemoglobin levels. G6PD deficiency may also present as neonatal jaundice. Respiratory distress is an unusual presentation of G6PD deficiency especially when a respiratory infection is ruled out. We hereby present a case of G6PD deficiency in an 18-month-old toddler who presented with an acute hemolytic crisis with respiratory distress. The myriad of symptoms of G6PD deficiency must be kept in mind, and it is important that caution be exercised while prescribing oxidative drugs to patients with G6PD deficiency.
Coronal pulpal height changes in type 2 diabetics: A cross-sectional pilot study utilizing panoramic radiographs
Authors: Kumaravel Nisha , Fenn Saramma Mathew , Jacob Mathew
Published: April 2024

Background:

Type 2 diabetes mellitus can significantly affect oral health, potentially leading to morphological changes in the dental pulp.

Aim:

The study aims to assess and compare the coronal pulpal height of the maxillary canine and mandibular first molar between type 2 diabetics and nondiabetics by utilizing panoramic radiographs. The coronal pulpal height of the maxillary canine and mandibular first molar between individuals with type 2 diabetes and those without diabetes using panoramic radiographs.

Settings and Design:

The study was conducted as a retrospective cross-sectional study in the Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology.

Materials and Methods:

Coronal pulp heights of the maxillary canine and mandibular first molar were measured in 100 orthopantomograms (OPGs) from the diabetic and nondiabetic groups, along with the corresponding same-day random blood glucose levels in the diabetic group.

Statistical Analysis:

A t-test was used to compare blood glucose and coronal pulpal height between the two groups and Pearson correlation coefficients to assess relationships between blood sugar level and coronal pulpal height.

Results:

In the maxillary canine, the diabetic group had a coronal pulpal height of 3.50 mm, while the nondiabetic group had 2.55 mm, with P = 0.002 and 0.047, respectively. Positive correlations between blood glucose levels and the maxillary canine’s coronal pulpal height (1.000), with a weaker correlation with the mandibular first molar’s height (0.116), were also observed. A negative correlation (−0.256) was observed between the coronal pulpal heights of the maxillary canine and mandibular first molar.

Conclusions:

The diabetic group showed increased coronal pulpal height in the maxillary canine compared to the nondiabetic group. There was a positive correlation between blood glucose levels and the pulpal height of the maxillary canine, with a weaker correlation for the mandibular first molar.

Clinical Significance:

This study highlights the critical role of early oral health monitoring for individuals with type 2 diabetes, enabling dental professionals to detect potential signs of undiagnosed diabetes through radiographic assessments.
Nitrogen and phosphorus removal from synthetic aquaculture water through electrocoagulation
Authors: Visconcin Kiane Cristina Leal , Meneghel Bruno Lodovico , Silva Ariovaldo José da , Dias Carlos Tadeu dos Santos
Published: April 2024

In this research, we utilized multivariate analysis to evaluate the efficient removal of nitrogen and phosphorus from synthetic aquaculture water using the electrocoagulation process. The elimination of nitrogen and phosphorus is a critical issue in various wastewater treatment plants and aquaculture systems, especially in instances of intensive or super-intensive cultivation. To avert the buildup of pollutants in the water, be it within internal recirculation systems or bodies of water receiving effluents from rearing tanks, it is imperative to employ treatment methodologies designed to effectively eliminate nitrogen and phosphorus nutrients. These nutrients have the potential to induce eutrophication in aquatic ecosystems. However, conventional biological treatment technologies can be ineffective, as they often only remove one pollutant or the other. Furthermore, the individual operations for these systems are complex and require substantial space. Electrocoagulation is a compact and promising technology for treating aquaculture water and effluents for raw nutrient removal. In this context, our findings showcase the simultaneous removal of both nitrogen and phosphorus through the electrocoagulation method. The best treatment was verified for the highest electrical current density (74 A. m-2), the shortest distance between electrodes (4 cm), and the lowest electrolysis time (50 min). In these conditions, the efficiency removal in ammonia nitrogen and total phosphorus were 30.5% and 100% respectively.
Keywords: electrochemical treatment, eutrophication, water pollution control.
Eine besondere Lage dreier Kegelschnitte bei speziellen Sechsecken
Authors: Bickel Klaus
Published: April 2024

Die Seiten eines Sechsecks, dessen Diagonalen sich in einem Punkt schneiden, legen zwei Kegelschnitte fest: einen durch die Schnittpunkte von Seiten, die weder benachbart noch gegenüberliegend sind, und einen zweiten, den alle Seiten berühren. Liegen jetzt zudem noch die Ecken des Sechsecks auf einem Kegelschnitt, so hat man ein Ensemble von drei Kegelschnitten, deren Mittelpunkte – sofern sie keine Parabeln sind – auf einer gemeinsamen Geraden liegen. Ist nur ein Kegelschnitt eine Parabel, so ist die Verbindungsgerade der Mittelpunkte der beiden anderen eine Nebenachse der Parabel. In vorliegender Note wird ein Beweis dieser Aussage geführt.
A synthetic proof of the Morley trisector theorem using congruent and similar triangles
Authors: Tran Quang Hung
Published: April 2024

This note presents a synthetic proof of Morley’s trisector theorem, using only congruent and similar triangles.
Wave equations in the Kerr–de Sitter spacetime: The full subextremal range
Authors: Petersen Oliver , Vasy András
Published: April 2024

We prove that solutions to linear wave equations in a subextremal Kerr–de Sitter spacetime have asymptotic expansions in quasinormal modes up to a decay order given by the normally hyperbolic trapping, extending the result of the second named author (2013). The main novelties are a different way of obtaining a Fredholm setup that defines the quasinormal modes and a new analysis of the trapping of lightlike geodesics in the Kerr–de Sitter spacetime, both of which apply in the full subextremal range. In particular, this reduces the question of decay for solutions to wave equations to the question of mode stability.
The Weyl law for algebraic tori
Authors: Petrow Ian
Published: April 2024

We give an asymptotic evaluation for the number of automorphic characters of an algebraic torus

T

with bounded analytic conductor. The analytic conductor is defined via the local Langlands correspondence for tori by choosing a finite-dimensional complex algebraic representation of the

L

-group of

T

. Our results therefore fit into a general framework of counting automorphic representations on reductive groups by analytic conductor.
Barycenters and a law of large numbers in Gromov hyperbolic spaces
Authors: Ohta Shin-ichi
Published: April 2024

We investigate barycenters of probability measures on Gromov hyperbolic spaces, toward development of convex optimization in this class of metric spaces. We establish a contraction property (the Wasserstein distance between probability measures provides an upper bound of the distance between their barycenters), a deterministic approximation of barycenters of uniform distributions on finite points, and a kind of law of large numbers. These generalize the corresponding results on CAT(0)-spaces, up to additional terms depending on the hyperbolicity constant.
The Willows by Algernon Blackwood, das Unheimliche and sociology: Horror literature in the dispute on what is recognized as real
Authors: Kasperek Andrzej
Published: April 2024

The article is an attempt to analyze The Willows by Algernon Blackwood in terms of the sociological concept of multiple realities. Trying to answer the question of how people experience reality, due attention will be paid to the literary description of the situation in which a human being is confronted with a reality that terrifies and disturbs. Literature in general, including horror literature, is treated here as an important, from the cognitive standpoint, platform for discussion about human experiences, which, following Sigmund Freud, can be described as uncanny. I treat Blackwood’s The Willows as a reconstruction of the dispute over the legitimacy of knowledge and the sources of cognition in the conditions of a specific epistemological (categorical) chaos in the face of experiencing the uncanny.
The Effects of a Regional Currency on Cultural Identity in Kurdistan (1990-2003).
Authors:   , Subasi Rojda
Published: April 2024

Money and identity are two complex phenomena. However when considering stateless and conflictridden identities this complexity increases. Kurdistan is one such state. This research is focused on the relationship between ‘currency’ and ‘cultural identity’ of the Kurds. Concentrating upon the period circa 1990-2003, the possible formation of a collective identity amongst Kurds via the creation of currency will be examined. Until now there are many studies of Kurdish ethnic identity, Kurdish civilization, geography, national identity, natural resources, Kurdish diaspora and dis-unification of Kurdish political identity. However, there is currently no work examining the link between currency and Kurdish cultural identity. Interview data from Kurds collected from the Autonomous Region of Kurdistan Iraq, was analysed through the method of interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA). To examine the cultural, anthropological, sociological and economic aspects, this work is primarily based on the theoretical framework of Karl Polanyi and secondarily Émile Durkheim. The key issues: First the significance of the Swiss dinar as an episode in financial-monetary history, second, the effect of the Swiss dinar on Kurdish cultural identity and third, circa 1990-2003 illustrating a form of unified collective identity so far ignored from the existing literature. According to the research findings the period circa 1990-2003 is highly important for a number of reasons: 1) Even though this period was marked with aggressive conflict there is significant evidence that the Kurds created a new form of currency that expressed a collective identity. 2) Currency came to function as the pure and impure-sacred and kept separate by acts of symbolic boycotting 3) The possibility of an embedded Kurdish currency could lead the way for greater Kurdish growth/prosperity and economic independence as illustrated by the ‘Swiss dinar’ circa 1990-2003. There are also suggestions for further research investigating the links between various notions of money and the effects it has on identity formation, ideally with the aim of liberating cultural identity through the practices of cultural economics.
Inapproximability of Unique Games in Fixed-Point Logic with Counting
Authors: Tucker-Foltz Jamie
Published: April 2024

We study the extent to which it is possible to approximate the optimal value
of a Unique Games instance in Fixed-Point Logic with Counting (FPC). Formally,
we prove lower bounds against the accuracy of FPC-interpretations that map
Unique Games instances (encoded as relational structures) to rational numbers
giving the approximate fraction of constraints that can be satisfied. We prove
two new FPC-inexpressibility results for Unique Games: the existence of a
$(1/2, 1/3 + \delta)$-inapproximability gap, and inapproximability to within
any constant factor. Previous recent work has established similar
FPC-inapproximability results for a small handful of other problems. Our
construction builds upon some of these ideas, but contains a novel technique.
While most FPC-inexpressibility results are based on variants of the
CFI-construction, ours is significantly different. We start with a graph of
very large girth and label the edges with random affine vector spaces over
$\mathbb{F}_2$ that determine the constraints in the two structures.
Duplicator's strategy involves maintaining a partial isomorphism over a minimal
tree that spans the pebbled vertices of the graph.
GELECEĞİN ENERJİ DEPOLAMA TEKNOLOJİLERİ, SÜRDÜRÜLEBİLİRLİK VE ENERJİ DÖNÜŞÜMÜ
Authors: Taşkesen Edip , Alahmad Hamza , Bilen Elif Nur
Published: April 2024

Ülkemizde petrol, kömür ve doğal gaz gibi fosil yakıtların rezervlerinin sınırlı olması, çevresel ve sosyal kısıtlamalar yenilenebilir enerji kaynaklarına yönelimi artırmıştır. Sanayi ve teknoloji geliştikçe modern yaşamın sürdürülebilirliğini ve üretimin sürekliliğini sağlamak için enerji sürekliliği çok önemli olmaktadır. Yenilenebilir enerji kaynakları kullanılırken, enerji üretim kesintilerinin en aza indirilmesinde ve bu sistemlerin dağıtımında depolama teknolojileri çok önemli bir rol oynamaktadır. Enerji, ışıma enerjisi, kimyasal enerji, yerçekimi potansiyel enerjisi, elektrik potansiyel enerjisi, elektrik enerjisi, termal enerji, gizli ısı enerjisi ve kinetik enerji dahil olmak üzere birçok biçimde görünmektedir. Enerji depolamanın amacı, istenildiği zaman ve istenildiği yerde kullanılmaya hazır olmasıdır. Enerji depolama, enerjiyi depolaması zor olan formlardan depolaması daha kolay veya daha ucuz olan formlara dönüştürmeyi içermektedir. Enerji depolama ile gün boyunca farklı enerji gereksinimlerine hızlı ve güvenilir bir şekilde tepki vermesi sağlanılmaktadır. Enerji depolama teknolojisi; güç sistemlerini iyileştirmesi, yenilenebilir enerji üretimine katkı sağlaması ve petrol bazlı yakıtlara alternatif sunması nedeniyle büyük potansiyele sahip bir teknolojidir. Enerjinin bir çok farklı depolama yöntemleri bulunmaktadır. Enerji çok değişik formlarda depolama yöntemleri vardır. Örneğin biyolojik depolama, kimyasal depolama, ısıl depolama, elektriksel depolama, potansiyel enerji, yerçekimi potansiyel enerjisi, kinetik enerji vb. bu çalışmada bunlardan başlıca enerji depolama yöntemleri olan kimyasal, mekaniksel, elektrokimyasal, ısıl ve elektriksel enerji depolama yöntemleri ele alınmıştır. Bu çalışmanın daha önce yapılmış çalışmalar ve standartlar açısından, literatüre katkısı olacağı düşünülmektedir. Sonuç olarak yapılan araştırma neticesinde en yaygın olarak elektrokimyasal enerji depolama teknolojileri kullanıldığı görülmüştür.
Investigating the Climate Mitigation Performance of A Green Roof System in the Flint Hills Ecoregion, USA
Authors:   Department of Technology Systems, East Carolina University, NC, USA, Alam M. M. Lekhon , Skabelund Lee ,   Department of Landscape Architecture and Regional and Community Planning, Kansas State University, USA, Rice Charles ,   Department of Agronomy, Kansas State University, KS, USA, Lin James ,   Department of Earth Sciences, University of New Hampshire, NH, USA, Ha Jaeyoung ,   Landscape Architecture Program, Virginia Tech, VA, USA
Published: April 2024

Rooftop green infrastructure enhances sustainable urban development by reducing atmospheric CO2 as carbon is sequestered in plants and substrates. However, it is uncertain what substrate types, depths, and plant combinations sequester the greatest amounts of carbon in green roofs across different ecoregions, including the U.S. Great Plains. This research sought to evaluate carbon sequestration potential of two experimental green roof beds of 10 cm (4 in) and 20 cm (8 in) and two substrate types in Manhattan, Kansas, USA. Microbial and root biomass and their interactions were measured as early indicators of changes in soil organic carbon (SOC). Soil and root biomass samples were taken from beds of two depths with two substrates (K and R) and three plant communities (all sedum, sedum and grass, and native grasses and forbs) for a total of 48 plots. Microbial biomass was measured by phospholipid fatty acids (PLFA) analysis in 2019 and root biomass in 2020. Root biomass and microbial biomass was greater in native grass in shallower beds. Shallower beds can partially offset the need for deeper beds and should perform well in mitigating climate change if beds are irrigated during very dry periods.
Deficiencia en los mecanismos para la aplicación de la reparación integral de la víctima en delitos de robo
Authors: Ayala Armijos Guadalupe , Flores Idrovo Luis Manuel
Published: April 2024

Ecuador enfrenta un alarmante aumento en los casos de robo, con 31,485 incidentes registrados en 2022, lo que marca un significativo incremento respecto al año anterior. A pesar de la abundante literatura sobre la reparación integral en contextos delictivos, el enfoque específico del robo sigue siendo poco explorado. Esta investigación busca identificar el impacto del robo en las víctimas en Ecuador y examinar la falta de descripción normativa sobre los mecanismos de reparación integral. Se empleó una metodología descriptiva con un diseño teórico, cualitativo y bibliográfico. El análisis reveló que la mayoría de las víctimas de robo no reciben una reparación integral debido a la falta de mecanismos adecuados para su ejecución, dejándolas en situación de desamparo y vulnerabilidad. Urge desarrollar mecanismos efectivos para garantizar la reparación integral de las víctimas del robo en Ecuador y mejorar la protección y el apoyo brindado, asegurando así la justicia y la equidad en el sistema de justicia penal del país.
The Influence of Product Quality, Brand Image, and Brand Trust on Avoskin Serum Purchasing Decisions in National University Students
Authors: Handayani Fitri , Elwisam Elwisam , Digdowiseiso Kumba
Published: April 2024

This study aims to determine the effect of Product Quality, Brand Image, and Brand Trust on the Purchase Decision of Avoskin Serum among female students at the National University. The sample in this study were 100 female students at the National University who had purchased avoskin serum products. This study uses primary data by collecting data through questionnaires distributed to 100 respondents, using a purposive sampling method. The data analysis technique uses the Partial Least Squares Path Modeling (PLS-SEM) 3.3.2 program. This shows that Product Quality (X1) has a positive and significant effect on Purchasing Decisions (Y), Brand Image (X2) has a positive and significant effect on Purchase Decisions (Y), Brand Trust (X3) has a positive and significant effect on Purchase Decisions (Y ). So it can be concluded that product quality, brand image, and brand trust have a positive and significant effect on purchasing decisions.
The Influence of Organizational Culture, Transformational Leadership, Organizational Support and Employee Competency on Employee Innovation, Organizational Commitment and Organizational Performance of Village-Owned Enterprises In Bali Province
Authors: Duwika Kadek , Brahmasari Ida Aju , Ratih Ida Aju Brahma
Published: April 2024

This study aims to determine the effect of organizational culture, transformational leadership, organizational support and employee competence on employee innovation, organizational commitment and organizational performance of Village-Owned Enterprises (Badan Usaha Milik Desa) in Bali Province. The study population was 583 employees. Using the Slovin formula with a tolerance of 5%, the number of samples was 273 respondents. Test the model with Generalized Least Square Estimation (GLS), structural equation model analysis (SEM). The test results show that the model (fit) can be seen from the values of GFI, AGFI, TLI, CFI, RMSEA and CMIN / DF, which are 0.928, 0.912, 0.958, 0.967, 0.067 and 0.514 all within the range of expected values so that the model can received. The results showed that: 1). Organizational culture influences innovation, organizational performance, and does not affect organizational commitment. 2). Transformational leadership influences innovation, organizational commitment, and organizational performance. 3). Organizational support influences innovation, organizational commitment, and organizational performance. 4). Competence affects organizational performance, and does not affect organizational commitment. 5). Innovation has no effect on organizational performance. 6). Organizational commitment influences the performance of Village-Owned Enterprises.
Hubungan Aromaterapi Frangipani terhadap Peningkatan Kualitas Tidur pada Remaja
Authors: Valerie Regina , Winaya I Made Niko , Tianing Ni Wayan
Published: April 2024

Adolescents are individuals who are in a period of purbetas where there will be many changes such as the way of behavior and lifestyle. Insomnia is a condition that is often experienced by teenagers. Based on the National Sleep Foundation, the prevalence of insomniacs in Indonesia reaches 70%. Aromatherapy frangipani is one therapy that can relax so that the body can fall asleep. Frangipani contains triterpenoid compounds, amyrin, geraniol, citronellol, and linalool which can provide a relaxing effect. This research study aims to determine the relationship between the use of aromatherapy frangipani to improve sleep quality in adolescents. Research in this study uses literature review studies or literature reviews compiled using secondary data in the form of studies of research journals obtained from various scientific journal databases on the internet related to the relationship of aromatherapy use to improve sleep quality. The results, from 4 articles discussing the benefits of aromatherapy on improving sleep quality all showed that there was a significant influence between aromatherapy and the incidence of insomnia or improved sleep quality in adolescents. Bottom Line: Aromatherapy has a significant relationship to improved sleep quality and may reduce insomnia. The quality of adolescent sleep can be disrupted can be caused by various factors such as lifestyle, drugs, smoking, and stress in anxiety disorders.
Analyzing the Impact of COVID-19 on Short-Term Investment Behavior through Stochastic Oscillator Indicators
Authors: Chou Hsien-Ming
Published: April 2024

Abstract

This research examines how the COVID-19 pandemic affects short-term investments, particularly focusing on the reliability of Stochastic Oscillator Indicators (SOI) used by investors. Utilizing an artificial intelligence learning prediction model, the study investigates the pandemic's impact on short-term investment strategies guided by SOI, comparing data from pre-pandemic and pandemic periods. The findings suggest that during the COVID-19 period, employing KD analysis with a nine-round turnover rate leads to higher forecast accuracy. Short-term investors tend to adopt a conservative approach, with higher turnover rates resulting in lower winning rates. Overall, the study challenges the notion that COVID-19 only affects medium and long-term investment habits, shedding light on its influence on daily investment profits and potentially increasing short-term profits for larger, conservative investors. Further research is warranted to explore the investor profile of conservative hedgers in more depth.

Keywords: COVID-19, Stochastic Oscillator Indicators, Artificial Intelligence, Short-term Investors, Conservative Approach
Introduction of Salicornia europaea L into in vitro culture
Authors: Koryazhkina M. F. , Dmitrieva N. A. , Trizno Е. V. , Sediki A. B. , Utesheva A. M. , Skorobogatova E. S.
Published: April 2024

The goal of the research was to develop a technology for introducing Salicornia europaea L.into in vitro culture. Methods of cultivating meristems and callus cultures were studied. To cultivate meristems, the tip of the apical bud were used as an explant. Fragments of stems and leaves were used toobtain callus tissue. To study the influence of various factors on germination, seeds were soaked in sterile tap water and in solutions of gibberellin, cytokinin, auxin and NaCl, and were also subjected to cold stratification (independently and with subsequent placement in Knop’s agarized medium). Salicornia seeds were sterilized with various antiseptics: 70% alcohol, 10% aqueous solution of sodium hypochlorite («Belizna»), amoxicillinand 3% hydrogen peroxide. The ability of the culture to form callus was studied in MS medium. As a result, it was determined that the highest germination of seeds was observed in Knop medium after treating theseeds with a suspension of green algae of the Scenedesmus genus, as well as after preliminary cold stratification, and slightly less after treating the seeds with a solution of NaCl and gibberellic acid. The most effective method of seed sterilization turned out to be treatment with alcohol followed by treatment with sodium hypochlorite. A comparative analysis of seed germination in filter paper in Petri dishes, Knop agar medium, Murashige and Skoog (hormone-free) was carried out. The ability of S. europaea L. to form callusin MS medium with phytohormones was assessed. Conclusion. To improve germination, it is recommended to subject the seeds to cold stratification. To obtain aseptic explants quickly, it is recommended to germinate the seeds in the Knop nutrient medium, having previously sterilized them with alcohol, then with sodiumhypochlorite, followed by washing with distilled water. The most suitable type of microclonal propagationfor S. europaea L. is the production of callus tissue followed by induction of organogenesis or embryogenesis.
The Composite Index of Anthropometric Failure: Empirical Applications
Authors:   Institute for International Economic Studies, Stockholm University, Sweden, Svedberg Peter
Published: April 2024

Child malnutrition is still one of the most serious problems facing many developing countries in the world
Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback in ACL Rehabilitation to Optimise Psychological Readiness for Successful Outcomes in Returning to Sport
Authors:   Nuffield Health, UK, Donnelly Daniel , Georgiadis Emmanouil ,   School of Social Sciences and Humanities, University of Suffolk, UK
Published: April 2024

The article briefly introduces the rationale behind ACL-Reconstruction (ACL-R) and discusses why commonly applied biomechanical approaches should be balanced with psychotherapeutic methods due to the relationship between poor psychological outcome measures and return to play. ACL-R poses significant and unique challenges for successful recovery and return to play for many athletes due to various psychological, cognitive, and social challenges. As a result, the article conceptualises a solution in the form of using heart rate variability biofeedback (HRVB) as a complementary technique to psychological interventions to improve outcomes in the RSI-11 and TSK-11 and encourages research in this area to confirm the positive impact of HRVB on the successful return to play in this population.
Intrapelvic Hematoma Following Low-Energy Osteoporotic Pubic Ramus Fracutre: A Rare Case Report
Authors:   Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Randers Regional Hospital, Denmark, Thorninger Rikke
Published: April 2024

Osteoporotic pelvic fractures are common in the elderly and most often treated with pain management and mobilization. Pelvic hemorrhage rarely occurs but can prove life-threatening. An 86-year-old woman was admitted in the emergency department due to a fall from own height and sustained a displaced fracture of the superior ramus of the pubic bone. The patient presented with decreasing low blood pressure and tachycardia, and a CT-scan revealed an intraperitoneal bleed and pelvic hematoma. She was treated with intravenous fluids, fibrinolytic inhibitors and monitoring in the intensive care unit. A renewed CT-scan showed no active bleeding.
Linkage between ACE2 Gene Polymorphisms and SARS-CoV-2 infection in Burkina Faso, sub-Saharan Africa
Authors: Yonli Albert , Simpore Jacques , Ouedraogo Henri , Djigma Wendkuuni Florencia , Zongo Dramane , Sagna Tani , Lougue Siaka , Zoure Abdou , Nikiema Abdoul , Dabire Charlemagne , Ouedraogo Oumarou , Compaore Tegwinde Rebeca , Kambire Dinanibe , Soulama Issiaka , Sanou Vera , Kanfon Richard , Zida Sylvie , Soubeiga Serge Theophile , Ouattara Abdoul Karim , Traore Lassina , Sawadogo Isidore
Published: April 2024

The ACE2 gene polymorphisms (rs143936283, rs146676783, and rs4646116) in infected and noninfected persons by SARS-CoV-2 in Burkina Faso. Our cross-sectional study population comprised 137 SARS-CoV-2 infected persons and 181 non-infected persons. Three ACE2 gene polymorphisms rs143936283, rs146676783, and rs4646116, were genotyped using the real-time PCR standard TaqMan allelic discrimination technique. The association between SARS-CoV-2 infection and the polymorphisms were evaluated by a binary logistic regression. There was no association between the polymorphisms rs143936283, rs4646116 haplotypes, and SARS-CoV-2 infection in our study population. However, in the female population, the heterozygous genotype CT of rs146676783 increased by two and half the risk (OR=2.58 95%CI (1.2-5.48), p= 0.014) of being infected by SARS-CoV-2. Additionally, carrying the homozygous minor allele (genotype TT) of rs146676783 increased by more than five and half the risk (OR=5.57 95%CI (1.64-18.78), p=0.006) of being infected by SARS-CoV-2 among females. This study showed that the ACE2 gene variant rs146676783 was associated with an increased risk of being infected by SARS-CoV-2 in females, suggesting a need for further investigation to contribute to a better understanding of the African COVID-19 enigma.
Edge Computing-Based Cardiac Monitoring and Detection System in the Internet of Medical Things
Authors: Murugesan Saranya , Naganathan Archana
Published: April 2024

Currently, cardiac disease becomes one of the major health issues in the world. The death due to cardiac arrests has been increasing day by day. The survival rate for the sudden cardiac arrest is low. It is possible to save 60% human life by continuously monitoring the fitness of the person. In recent times, the Internet of Things is emerging promising technology. If the doctor cannot monitor the patient face to face, the Internet of Things plays an important role in remotely monitoring the patient's condition. With the rise in the use of smart wearable gadgets, the contribution of IoT will be more. In this paper, about five predictor models are analyzed for a particular dataset and chosen the best as a Random forest algorithm. The proposed system integrates oxygen saturation level and heart rate sensor data from MAX30100 sensor for monitoring the patient’s vital signs. The remaining parametric data of the patient (AGE, GENDER, BLOOD SUGAR LEVEL, BLOOD PRESSURE LEVEL, GENETIC ISSUE and CHLOESTEROL LEVEL) are fed through the matrix keypad. The designed system monitors the online patient’s vitals continuously. The patient’s vitals will be stored in the edge server and also analyzed. The chosen predictor model checks the vital data for any abnormality and based on abnormality data detection in the heart rate, the warning message is conveyed to the nearby health care center via Thingspeak cloud. By tracking the patient’s GPS location, the server cloud sends alert notification along with the GPS location to the nearby health center and to the registered mobile numbers.
 
Received: 5 January 2024 | Revised: 18 February 2024 | Accepted: 29 March 2024
 
Conflicts of Interest
The authors declare that they have no conflicts of interest to this work.
 
Data Availability Statement
The data that support this work are available upon reasonable request to the corresponding author.
Yếu tố tác động tới hành vi lái xe buýt vượt đèn vàng ở Hà Nội
Authors: Bùi Trần Khánh Vân , Nguyễn Thanh Chương , Trần Thị Thảo , Hà Thị Ngọc , Nguyễn Thị Bích Ngọc , Ngô Minh Ngọc , Nguyễn Minh Hiếu
Published: April 2024

Phát triển vận tải hành khách công cộng (VTHKCC) ngày càng nhận được nhiều sự quan tâm đầu tư và phát triển của chính quyền thủ đô Hà Nội. Tuy nhiên, một trong các vấn đề hiện nay là dịch vụ buýt đang đánh mất đi cảm tình và sự yêu quý của người dân do các hành vi lái xe nguy hiểm của lái xe buýt. Với mục tiêu tìm hiểu nguyên nhân của việc vượt đèn vàng của lái xe buýt, chúng tôi thực hiện nghiên cứu này trên cơ sở dữ liệu từ 320 lái xe buýt đang làm việc cho Tổng công ty vận tải Hà Nội (Transerco). Kết quả nghiên cứu của chúng tôi chỉ ra rằng áp lực công việc từ thời gian biểu, tình trạng tắc đường và trên cabin xe là những yếu tố chính thúc đẩy hành vi này. Bên cạnh đó, các lái xe giàu kinh nghiệm và từng có hành vi vi phạm quy định của công ty sẽ có xu hướng thực hiện hành vi lái xe vượt đèn vàng nhiều hơn. Trên cơ sở kết quả các yếu tố ảnh hưởng, một số giải pháp đã được đề xuất để hạn chế tình trạng này
Xây dựng giải pháp tính chuyển tọa độ từ phép chiếu mercator sang UTM trong công tác trắc địa phục vụ xây dựng công trình biển tại Việt Nam
Authors: Nguyễn Thanh Lê , Trần Quang Học , Tống Thị Hạnh
Published: April 2024

Tính chuyển tọa độ giữa các hệ tọa độ trong cùng một hệ quy chiếu, giữa các hệ tọa độ thuộc các hệ quy chiếu khác nhau là một nhiệm vụ quan trọng của ngành trắc địa. Đặc biệt đối với các nhiệm vụ trên biển, dựa trên từng nhiệm vụ cụ thể, dữ liệu sử dụng có thể được xác định trong hệ tọa độ phẳng theo phép chiếu Mercator hoặc hệ tọa độ phẳng theo phép chiếu UTM. Bài báo đề xuất giải pháp tính chuyển tọa độ từ phép chiếu Mercator sang phép chiếu UTM và ngược lại. Trong nội dung bài báo, cơ sở lý thuyết toán học về phương pháp tính chuyển tọa độ giữa hai phép chiếu được trình bày lại một cách chi tiết, chặt chẽ và dể thực hiện. Ngoài ra, để thuận tiện cho công tác tính chuyển cũng như kiểm tra tính đúng đắn của phương pháp, nhóm tác giả đã xây dựng phần mềm Geotranfers. Kết quả tính toán thực nghiệm trên phần mềm cho độ lệch rất nhỏ 1,3 mm, điều đó chứng tỏ phương pháp và phần mềm mà nhóm tác giả xây dựng có độ chính xác và độ tin cậy cao. Do đó, giải pháp mà nhóm tác giả đưa ra hoàn toàn đáp ứng được bài toán trong thực tiễn khi tính chuyển tọa độ từ phép chiếu Mercator sang phép chiếu UTM và ngược lại
PERFIL DE TREINAMENTO DO PARA-POWERLIFTING BRASILEIRO NA PANDEMIA DE COVID-19
Authors:   Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Peixoto de Lucena Erick Guilherme , Lopes da Silva Valdecir ,   Comitê Paralímpico Brasileiro, Lima dos Santos Wéverton ,   Comitê Paralímpico Brasileiro, Rodrigues da Silva Carlos Williams ,   Comitê Paralímpico Brasileiro, Aida Felipe José ,   Universidade Federal de Sergipe, Grupo de Estudos e Pesquisa em Desempenho, Esporte, Saúde e Esporte Paralímpico,   Universidade Federal de Sergipe, Departamento de Educação Física, Arsenio Spina Murilo ,   Comitê Paralímpico Brasileiro, Steve Comtois Alain ,   University of Quebec in Montreal, Department of Physical Activity Sciences, Carlos Uchida Marco ,   Universidade Estadual de Campinas
Published: April 2024

Introdução: A pandemia do COVID-19 causou o fechamento de instalações de treinamento devido a restrições governamentais, distanciamento social, impactando amadores e atletas profissionais. Objetivo: O objetivo deste estudo foi descrever o perfil de treinamento dos Powerlifters Paralímpicos Brasileiros antes e durante a pandemia de COVID-19 e verificar as diferenças entre atletas de nível internacional e nacional. Desenho do estudo: O desenho utilizou um estudo transversal. Métodos: Os levantadores de peso paraolímpicos brasileiros (n=49) responderam a uma pesquisa online autorreferida relacionada às práticas de treinamento, antes e durante a pandemia de COVID-19, motivação, satisfação com o treinamento e percepção de autodesempenho. Resultados: Os Powerlifters paralímpicos têm 34±10,6 anos, 156,5±20,8 cm e 81,9±86,2 kg. O teste de Mann- -Whitney mostra que atletas de nível internacional (ou seja, Jogos Paralímpicos, Jogos Parapan-Americanos e Campeonato Mundial) tiveram significativamente mais experiência esportiva (anos) em comparação com atletas de nível nacional (U = 153,500; p = 0,009). 83,7% dos atletas relataram estar engajados em treinamento durante a pandemia de COVID-19 com mudanças no local de treinamento, equipamentos de treinamento e treinamento. Dos atletas que continuam treinando, 65,9% relataram sentir-se motivados para treinar, 34,1% relataram não se sentir motivados (=12.071; p<0,001). Encontrou-se uma associação significativa entre motivação para o treinamento (=13.359; p=0,001), satisfação com o treinamento (=13.435; p=0,001) com sua percepção de autodesempenho. Conclusão: A maioria dos atletas relatou estar engajado em treinamento durante a Pandemia do COVID-19 com mudanças significativas no local de treinamento, equipamentos de treinamento e treinamento. Compreender as mudanças nas práticas de treinamento durante os períodos de restrição, como a pandemia do COVID-19, subsidia estratégias para manter o engajamento do atleta no Powerlifting Paralímpico.