bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Sistemas de gestión de seguridad y salud en el trabajo como herramienta de prevención de riesgos laborales en las pymes
Authors: Guzmán Toasa Francisco
Published: October 2023

En la actualidad la gestión de la seguridad y salud en las pymes es muy deficiente, debido a que poseen menos recursos que las grandes empresas, lo cual incide en la baja prevención de los riesgos laborales. El objetivo de la investigación fue conocer la importancia y uso de los estándares de gestión de seguridad y salud en las pymes como herramienta de prevención de los riesgos laborales, para esto se realizó una revisión sistemática de 24 artículos científicos en idioma inglés y español con un alcance descriptivo y exploratorio. En síntesis, es necesario destacar que existen pocos estudios en pymes sobre sistemas de gestión de seguridad y salud; que los estándares ISO son pocos utilizados; y la evaluación de estos sistemas de gestión son específicos para cada tipo de actividad. Por esas razones es indispensable el desarrollo de estándares de gestión adaptados a la realidad de estas organizaciones.
Dreaming with Awareness: Exploring Lucid Dreaming as a Bridge Between Reality and Meditation
Authors: Kukharenko Sergei
Published: October 2023

The article examines the phenomenon of lucid dreaming. The author assumes that lucid dreamers share the experiences typical of meditation practice and lucid dreaming is certainly more than becoming ‘awake’ in a dream state. Most lucid dreamers experience in lucid dreams more intense sense of presence, stillness and peace, joy, compassion and love. it is worthwhile mentioning that lucid dreaming is also different from just being mindful in the dream state as well. The most commonly experienced sensations during a lucid dream run as following: desire to control, desire to fly (most commonly experienced), joy, stillness and peace, euphoria, more intense sense of presence (commonly experienced), compassion, and love (quite commonly experienced). This shows lucid dreaming state is different from the state that ‘dream yoga’ or similar states in other religious traditions try to achieve.
The Embodiments of View: Simultaneous and Gradual Approaches in the Contemplative Typology of the Great Perfection
Authors: Laish Eran
Published: October 2023

The assertion of a state which is unconditioned and beyond temporal change creates unavoidable tensions for any Buddhist account that concerns the shift from worldly experience to a liberated one. The presence of such tensions can be found in the controversy between simultaneous (cig char; yugapad) and gradual (rim gyis; krameṇa) conceptions of the contemplative path and the state of liberation itself. This controversy found its early Tibetan expression in the so-called bSam yas debate, in which representative figures of both approaches argued about basic contemplative and soteriological issues. Later on, Klong chen pa, the renowned 14th century Tibetan teacher, explicated several contemplative typologies that included elements from both approaches. This research belongs to qualitative research using two interpretative perspectives, namely the Pragmatic attitude that focuses on the actual results of the scheme and the Transcendental point of view. The results showed that by examining the typologies and their presuppositions it becomes clear how the efficacy of each approach is closely related to individual capacities of practitioners. As such, the tension between simultaneous and gradual models is revealed as deeply contextual and not binary.
Changing Political Scenario of Manipur: With special reference to Caste Violence
Authors: Jajoriya Avdhesh Kumar
Published: October 2023

Violence had started in Manipur from 3rd May. Violence started in Manipur on May 3 between the Meitei (valley-dominated community) and the Kuki tribe (hill-dominated community). In fact, the Meitei community in Manipur is demanding that they should be given the status of Scheduled Tribe in the state like the Kukis. Tension escalated in Manipur when the Kuki community started protesting against the demand for granting official tribal status to the Meitei community. The Kukis argued that this would further strengthen their influence on the government and society, allowing them to purchase land or settle in predominantly Kuki areas. The Kukis say the war on drugs waged by the Meitei-led government is an excuse to uproot their community. The changing political scenario of Manipur due to ethnic violence remains a matter of concern for the government.

 

Abstract in Hindi Language:

मणिपुर में 3 मई से हिंसा की शुरुआत हो चुकी थी। मणिपुर में तीन मई को मैतेई (घाटी बहुल समुदाय) और कुकी जनजाति (पहाड़ी बहुल समुदाय) के बीच हिंसा शुरू हुई थी। दरअसल, मणिपुर में मैतेई समाज की मांग है कि उसको कुकी की तरह राज्य में शेड्यूल ट्राइब का दर्जा दिया जाए। मणिपुर में तनाव तब और बढ़ गया जब कुकी समुदाय ने मैतेई समुदाय को आधिकारिक जनजातीय दर्जा दिए जाने की मांग का विरोध करना शुरू कर दिया। इसे लेकर कुकियों ने तर्क दिया कि इससे सरकार और समाज पर उनका प्रभाव और अधिक मजबूत होगा, जिससे उन्हें जमीन खरीदने या मुख्य रूप से कुकी क्षेत्रों में बसने की अनुमति मिल जाएगी। कुकियों का कहना है कि मैतेई के नेतृत्व वाली सरकार द्वारा छेड़ा गया नशीली दवाओं के खिलाफ युद्ध उनके समुदाय को उखाड़ने का एक बहाना है। जातीय हिंसा के कारण मणिपुर का बदलता राजनीतिक परिदृश्य सरकार के लिए चिंता का विषय बना हुआ हैं।

Keywords: पूर्वोत्तर, मणिपुर, नागा, मैतेई, कुकी जनजाति, शेड्यूल ट्राइब
Family Relations in Shashi Deshpande’s The Dark Holds No Terrors
Authors: Patel Kavan R.
Published: October 2023

Shashi Deshpande's novel, "The Dark Holds No Terrors," offers a profound exploration of family relations within the context of Indian society. The narrative centers on Sarita, the protagonist, as she grapples with the complexities of familial bonds, gender roles, and societal expectations. This abstract examines the multifaceted dimensions of family relationships depicted in the novel, shedding light on the traditional roles, expectations, and challenges faced by individuals, particularly women, within the family structure. The narrative unfolds as Sarita confronts her own inner conflicts and familial tensions, prompting a deeper reflection on the intricate web of family relations and the quest for self-identity within a society deeply influenced by tradition.
Passing the torch: An examination of Ancestor Veneration and its role in cultural heritage
Authors: Mathew Gladis S
Published: October 2023

Ancestor veneration is a phenomenon that can be observed in various cultures around the world, where individuals honor and pay tribute to their deceased ancestors. This practice has been recognized as a significant aspect of cultural heritage in the Birhor tribal society too, as it embodies the beliefs and values of a community, and helps to preserve their cultural identity over time. This paper aims to examine the role of ancestor veneration in cultural heritage from an anthropological perspective. It explores the ways in which ancestor veneration is practiced in Birhor tribal society, the cultural meanings and symbols associated with this practice, and its impact on the transmission of cultural knowledge from generation to generation. The paper argues that ancestor veneration serves as a mechanism for passing the torch of cultural heritage from one generation to the next, by connecting individuals to their cultural past and providing them with a sense of continuity and belonging. Furthermore, the paper highlights the ways in which ancestor veneration has adapted to changing social and cultural contexts, such as urbanization, and how it continues to evolve as a dynamic aspect of cultural heritage. Overall, the paper emphasizes the importance of understanding ancestor veneration as a critical component of cultural heritage and highlights the need for further research and documentation of this practice to ensure its preservation for future generations.
History of Valam Village
Authors: Mevada Jayshree
Published: October 2023

To know the history of any village or city can be known from the knowledge of its geographical location, the history of Valam village is found in the historical evidence of Prague historical period. This was a prosperous village at that time, about 8 km away from present-day Visanagar, there was 'Hatdia Bazar', the surrounding villages came here to 'Hatayanu', people of Baghaj caste live here. Valam has a beautiful garden and carved temples, monasteries, monasteries. The dilapidated 'Varaha idol in the Krishna temple here attracts the students of history'. Thus, the name of Valam village is derived from the name of Munishree 'Valkhilp' as per the ancient Aghar evidence. Today even here in the month of Chaitra, the festival of 'Elephant' and 'Thathu' is celebrated all over the world.

Abstract in Gujarat Language:

કોઇ૫ણ ગામ કે શહેરનો ઇતિહાસ જાણવા માટે તેની ભૌગોલિક સ્થિતીની જાણકારી થી જાણી શકાય છે, વાલમ ગામનો ઇતિહાસ પ્રાગ ઐતિહાસિક કાળનો હોવાના ઐતિહાસિક પુરાવાઓ મળે છે. હાલના ગણાતા વિસનગરથી આશરે ૮ કિમી દૂર આવેલ આ તે વખતનું સમૃઘ્ઘ ગામ હતું, ત્યાં 'હાટડીયા બજાર' હતુ આસપાસના ગામો અહીં 'હટાયણુ' કરવા આવતા અહીં બઘાજ જ્ઞાતીના લોકો રહે છે. વાલમમાં એક સુંદર વાવ તથા કોતરણીવાળા મંદિરો, મઠ, મઢી આવેલા છે. અહીંના કૃષ્ણ મંદિરમાં ભગ્નાવસ્થામાં ૫ડેલી 'વરાહની મૂર્તિ ઇતિહાસના અભ્યાસીઓને આકર્ષે' છે. આમ વાલમ ગામનું નામ પ્રાચીન આઘાર પુરાવા જોતા મુનીશ્રી 'વાલખિલ્ય' ના નામ પરથી ૫ડયું છે. આજે ૫ણ અહીં ચૈત્ર મહિનામાં 'હાથિયા' અને 'ઠાઠું' નો ઉત્સવ આખા ગામની અનેરી છા૫ વિશ્વભરમાં પ્રસિઘ્ઘ છે.

Keywords: પ્રાગ ઐતિહાસિક, સુલેશ્વરી માતા, વસાહત, નાગરવાડા, સાયબા, વરાહ મંદિર, ઉ૫લેશ્વર મહાદેવ
An Analytical Study of Female Identity in the Chosen Novels of Kamala Markandaya
Authors: Brahmbhatt Archana
Published: October 2023

The notion of Indian literature in English has been expanded by the contributions of a variety of different female authors. books written by Kamala Markandaya, which aims to investigate hitherto unexamined facets of her female characters. It exhibits the shift in women's identity, emphasises the new image via an analysis into her works, and ultimately demonstrates Markandaya's feminist moral concern through an in-depth research of sexual and family connection dynamics. Her ladies do not engage in acts of defiance, but they do succeed in bringing the society around to the idea that they are "persons," not only "possessions."
The Theme of Feminism in Caryl Churchill's Top Girls
Authors: Sumbad Jigar
Published: October 2023

The feminist theory is a movement best generally to encourage empower and to establish women’s on individuality based on the equality and rights to live independently without any support in the society one of the best word Simone De Beauvoir states that, “One is not born but rather becomes a woman”. In our society still in the modern era in which we are living and generalising woman as equally but they are being oppressed in some areas in their life. Caryl Churchill depicts the best position of a woman in the play top girls. It reflects the independent, strong and powerful image of a woman in the modern era society.
Exploring Social Media Use Integration Based on Educational Level Among Emerging Adults
Authors: Ardelia Vania , Jaro'ah Siti
Published: October 2023

Objective: Social media has become integral to everyday life, including among emerging adults. Surveys showed that Instagram has become one of emerging adults' most popular social media. Social media could facilitate emerging adult developmental tasks, such as identity exploration. Further, social media uses integration concepts to explore how individuals build emotional connections and involve social media in their daily social routines. Additionally, it is essential to view social media use integration based on educational background. This study explored differences in social media use integration among emerging adults based on education level. Method: A cross-sectional study design was conducted among 305 men and women emerging adults. Participants completed a self-administered questionnaire comprising demographic characteristics and a Social Media Use Integration scale. Data were analyzed using descriptive analysis and one-way ANOVA statistic technique. Results:  Descriptive analysis results showed that individuals with a high school education level had the highest social media use integration scores compared to groups from other education levels. Further, education level notably contributed to the score difference in social media use integration among emerging adults. Novelty: This study contributed to exploring further the social media use integration among emerging adults, specifically in the context of educational background.
Sequelas do COVID-19: uma abordagem na avaliação fisioterapêutica cardiorrespiratória
Authors: Da Matta Michele , Aparecida Amaral Francielle , Carraro Emerson , Maria Althaus Zavelinski Elisabeth
Published: October 2023

A doença do Coronavírus (Covid-19), causada pelo vírus SARS-CoV-2, é uma infecção respiratória aguda que pode resultar em sequelas persistentes. O objetivo do presente estudo foi identificar as principais sequelas pós-covid-19 de indivíduos que procuraram reabilitação. A pesquisa é caráter descritiva, retrospectiva e quantitativa, realizada com dados de prontuários de indivíduos atendidos entre os meses de janeiro a dezembro de 2021. Dos 121 prontuários analisados, 77 prontuários foram recrutados para pesquisa. Os meses com maior procura por atendimentos foram junho (n=24), agosto (n=16) e julho (n=12), sendo 58,40% do sexo feminino, e a idade média de 56,75 ± 14,31 anos e o índice de massa corporal de 27,92. A Hipertensão Arterial Sistêmica e a Diabetes Mellitus foram as comorbidades mais presentes. A dispneia se mostrou presente em 67,5% dos indivíduos. Conhecer o perfil de pacientes atendidos em diferentes áreas se faz necessário de forma a se desenvolver novas estratégias de educação em saúde, além de instigar na busca de tratamentos mais eficazes.
Aproveitamento do rejeito de pescado para produção de biodiesel
Authors: Silva Vasconcelos Yanka , Rocha Castro Douglas Alberto , Duvoisin Junior Sergio , Gomes dos Santos Wenderson
Published: October 2023

As indústrias de beneficiamento de pescado geram grandes quantidades de resíduos durante o processo de produção. Nesse sentido, nota-se a importância do gerenciamento desses rejeitos, visto que, o descarte inadequado acarreta grande impacto ambiental. O objetivo do presente trabalho foi realizar a extração do óleo do resíduo de pescado e usá-lo como matéria-prima na produção de biodiesel por meio da rota de transesterificação. A partir disso, as amostras do óleo de pescado e do biodiesel foram submetidas as análises de acidez, massa específica, viscosidade cinemática, índice de refração e cromatografia. Os resultados mostraram que a acidez do biodiesel obtido foi de 2,64 KOH/g, porém a ANP estabelece o limite de acidez do biodiesel de 0,5 mg KOH/g. A composição de ácidos graxos do biodiesel evidenciou que o éster de ácido oleico (C18:1) é o ácido majoritário presente no biodiesel com valor de 38,658 (% área). Através do resultado da transesterificação foi possível transformar o óleo residual de pescado em 98,633(%) em éster, tornando-se uma alternativa válida para a matriz energética do Brasil.
Metaverso na educação: uma análise conceitual e crítica
Authors: Kochhann Andréa , Lemos Ilza Martins Peixoto , Lima Jades Daniel Nogalha de , Oliveira Rodrigo Rodrigues de , Silva Wilton Bernardes da
Published: October 2023

O presente artigo tem por objetivo analisar o uso da tecnologia do metaverso na educação. Por intermédio de uma análise conceitual e crítica considerar-se-á as possíveis vantagens e desvantagens do uso do metaverso na educação. Dessa indagação, a pesquisa parte do seguinte problema: Quais as vantagens e desvantagens do uso do metaverso na educação? Deste modo, elegem-se os seguintes objetivos específicos: i) conceituar a tecnologia do metaverso; ii) discutir o ambiente imersivo, a realidade virtual e o metaverso na educação; iii) criticar as vantagens e desvantagens do uso do metaverso na educação e iv) realizar o estado da arte da temática. No tocante ao estado da arte, foram utilizados os descritores “metaverse” AND “education”, os mapeamentos foram realizados na plataforma Google Scholar, no período de 2018 a 2022 com a finalidade de apresentar as colaborações dos pesquisadores sobre a temática e apresentar sugestões de temáticas para futuras pesquisas. Metodologicamente, trata-se de uma investigação qualitativa, de natureza experimental. Quanto aos procedimentos, caracterizada como bibliográfica e documental. Para a análise documental adotou-se o software Iramuteq. Os resultados preliminares apontam que o metaverso tem mudado e mudará, mais ainda, a educação levando-a a um novo patamar no que diz respeito à participação e envolvimento dos estudantes o que pode oportunizar uma aprendizagem, eminentemente, significativa.
Fertilidade do solo na camada superficial em diferentes agroecossistemas no Sudeste paraense
Authors: Pereira Gleidson , Ferreira Juliana , Pinto Rosângela , Morais Rafael , Trindade Rubert , Barbosa Rita de Cássia
Published: October 2023

O presente artigo apesenta análise quantitativa de solos da porção sudeste do Estado do Pará. A pesquisa realizada teve como objetivo fazer um diagnóstico e avaliar o efeito da finalidade de uso das áreas sobre a fertilidade do solo em porções de agricultura familiar. A localização da área de estudo é no Projeto de Desenvolvimento Sustentável Porto Seguro, no município de Marabá (SE do Pará), sob as coordenadas geográficas 5°28'39.55"S e 49°2'41.86"O, a 138m de altitude, é constituído por Latossolo. Consideraram-se duas áreas para aplicação do experimento: Sistema Agroflorestal (SAF’s) e uma parte da área de Capoeira Secundária (CS) para servir de padrão de comparação dos teores naturais dos atributos químicos do solo do local em estudo. Buscou-se avaliar a qualidade química do solo nos distintos agroecossistemas. Em relação à metodologia aplicada as análises químicas foram realizadas de acordo com Embrapa (2017) e determinados: pH em CaCl2, matéria orgânica, fósforo assimilável, cátions trocáveis; K e P (método de Mehlich1). O estudo comparativo realizado entre os tratamentos aplicados aportou informações relevantes sobre o solo e a sustentabilidade de seu agroecossistema.
Construção de tecnologia móvel para monitoramento da depressão do idoso trabalhador: relato de experiência
Authors: Barbosa Maria do Socorro Alécio , Nascimento Kelly Cristina do , Silva Karla Naiara França , Nascimento Sanderson Mendes do , Lima Tereza Natália Bezerra de , Gomes Betânia Mata Ribeiro , Silva Felicialle Pereira da , Lima Fabia Maria de
Published: October 2023

As tecnologias de comunicação vêm crescendo na área de saúde como um todo, em especial na enfermagem. Com o reconhecimento e aplicabilidade digitais de informação e comunicação utilizadas nas diversas áreas do conhecimento. Relatar a experiência das autoras na construção de um aplicativo para monitorar a depressão em idosos trabalhadores, desenvolvido baseado na pesquisa metodológica bem como ressaltar a importância do papel da enfermagem nesse tipo de pesquisa.Trata-se de um estudo descritivo tipo relato de experiência com abordagem teórico-prática, o qual faz parte do recorte da tese de doutorado de uma das autoras realizada no Programa da associado a Universidade de Pernambuco com a Universidade Estadual da Paraíba. O conhecimento adquirido nesta experiência impulsiona as pesquisadoras a prosseguirem neste caminho e a enfrentarem novos desafios, em prol da saúde dos idosos trabalhadores do futuro. Além de que abre um leque de possibilidades para a enfermagem mesmo não tendo formação específica em tecnologia, no entanto a disposição e estar aberta a novas formas de cuidar foram fundamentais mesmo tendo que enfrentar novas situações expostas, como a falta de capacitação para o uso dessas tecnologias o objetivo foi alcançado.
Construindo pontes para o estudante com paralisia cerebral: tessituras entre o atendimento educacional especializado e a educação física
Authors: Canal Sandra , Souza dos Santos Maria , Wunder da Silva Karla Fernanda , Mendes dos Santos Andreia
Published: October 2023

Este estudo teve como objetivo descrever a intervenção da professora do Atendimento Educacional Especializado com um estudante com Paralisia Cerebral (PC) matriculado no primeiro ano do Ensino Fundamental nas aulas de Educação Física em parceria com o educador, pois se percebeu que as atividades ministradas não estavam adaptadas para incluir o estudante com PC. Trata-se de uma pesquisa qualitativa, de cunho exploratório, apresentando a observação participante e um questionário realizado com o professor de Educação Física. Como resultado das observações contatou-se que o estudante com PC raramente participava as aulas de Educação Física, desse modo, foi realizado todo um planejamento com o professor e a equipe pedagógica para assim construiratividades inclusivas possibilitando a participação do estudante. Mediante o planejamento conjunto, o professor empregou estratégias diversificadas para a participação do estudante nas aulas, resultando em uma participação ativa.
Análises de microestrutura e microdureza das ligas de alumínio A356 e AC2B após tratamento térmico por envelhecimento artificial
Authors: Silva da Cunha Joziane , Bruno de Oliveira Josiel , Andrade Araújo Andresa , De Macêdo Neto José Costa , Gomes de Miranda Adalberto
Published: October 2023

O alumínio é o terceiro metal mais abundante no planeta, sendo amplamente utilizado em indústrias desde pequenos componentes a grandes materiais, sendo utilizados nas indústrias automobilísticas e aeroespaciais, bem como em pesquisas científicas e tecnológicas. Neste trabalho o objetivo foi de realizar uma análise comparativa de amostras, após processo de tratamento térmico de envelhecimento artificial (T6), nas microestruturas das ligas de A356 e AC2B. Os métodos utilizados foram de caracterização dos materiais, como ensaios de metalografia, macroestrutura, microestrutura, microdureza e técnica de microscopia óptica. As amostras de A356 e AC2B foram submetidas ao processo de solubilização à 400 ± 5 °C, durante 6h e ao processo de envelhecimento artificial (T6) à 140 e 160 ± 5 °C, em diferentes tempos. Em ambos os processos as peças foram resfriadas à temperatura ambiente. Conforme observações gráficas e dados apresentados, a variação de tempo e temperatura no envelhecimento artificial das ligas A356 e AC2B, apresentaram respectivamente, resultados com alterações diretamente proporcionais na microdureza das ligas, atingindo o envelhecimento na evolução das propriedades mecânicas das ligas analisadas.
"Uma Vitória Leva à Outra”: práticas de letramento e empoderamento para meninas e jovens mulheres da Cidade de Deus
Authors: Borges Novais Mariana Cristina , Mourão Ludmila , Cadilhe Alexandre José , Lovisi Ayra , Maroun Kalyla , Duarte e Silva Fabiana , Bepler Pires Bárbara Aparecida
Published: October 2023

O Programa “Uma Vitória Leva à Outra” (UVLO) usa o esporte e outras linguagens como ferramentas para empoderar meninas e jovens mulheres em vulnerabilidade social, com ênfase na prevenção e eliminação da violência de gênero. Este estudo relaciona a diversidade de recursos utilizados no UVLO à pedagogia dos multiletramentos e aos letramentos de reexistência; também descreve como essas práticas subjetivam as participantes no tocante ao empoderamento. As sessões do UVLO se configuram como práticas de letramento de reexistência em contexto não escolar, e os conhecimentos ali produzidos e socializados em diferentes linguagens contribuem para o empoderamento das participantes. Contudo, é necessária a discussão sobre a urgência da implementação de políticas públicas voltadas à garantia de direitos constitucionais da população de mulheres negras moradoras de favela, como a Cidade de Deus.
Integração de sistemas fotovoltaicos em elementos construtivos das envoltórias de edificações: estudo de caso em coberturas
Authors: Francato Alberto Luiz , Hirata Raquel Pose , Pinheiro Vinícius de Carvalho Neiva , Carra Caio Batista , Camargo William Jonathan Cearlini
Published: October 2023

A evolução da tecnologia fotovoltaica impulsiona o lançamento de novos produtos que expandem o horizonte de aplicação da geração desta energia para lugares antes não explorados. Neste cenário, surgem os Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPVs), elementos integrados à construção, que cumprem tanto função de envoltória quanto de geradores fotovoltaicos. A localização, extensão territorial e incidência de radiação solar brasileiros trazem bom potencial para a energia solar fotovoltaica, mas o uso de BIPVs ainda está defasado em relação ao EUA, Europa e China. Esta pesquisa apresenta diferentes formas de se inserir sistemas fotovoltaicos nas edificações e explorar a aplicação de (BIPVs) na cobertura de edificações residenciais.
Padronização da coleta de regiões gástricas por biópsia endoscópica para identificação de H. pylori
Authors: Menezes Filho William Borges de , Gomes Pabliny Stefany de Lima , Marciano Ricardo Duarte , Gomes Lianna Ghisi , Ribeiro Alexandre Pinto , Martini Andresa de Cássia
Published: October 2023

Helicobacter pylori é uma bactéria que coloniza as mucosas gástricas estando diretamente relacionada com as úlceras, gastrites e câncer de estômago. Esse estudo teve como objetivo correlacionar os resultados de biópsias endoscópicas das diferentes partes do estômago, associando a presença de H. pylori, reduzindo a falta de dados relacionados a prevalência dos locais de maior ocorrência dessa bactéria. Foram analisados 270 resultados de biopsias gástricas, por via endoscópica, realizadas por dois cirurgiões distintos (A e B), de um serviço de endoscopia privado. O examinador A adotou a ressecção de dois fragmentos, o antro e corpo gástrico, de 135 pacientes, enquanto o cirurgião B realizou a ressecção apenas do antro gástrico, também em 135 pacientes. Ainda foi possível levantar dados acerca do sexo dos pacientes submetidos ao exame endoscópico. Para análise estatística, foi utilizada a tabela de contingência para variáveis qualitativas positivas e negativas e adotado o teste Exato de Fisher para comparação das variáveis de amostras independentes, com valor de p<0,05. Quando comparados os resultados de biópsias endoscópicas das diferentes partes anatômicas do estômago, com a presença de H. pylori, esse estudo não demonstrou diferença estatística, sendo valor de p= 0,11. Quando comparado mulheres negativas e positivas (p<0,0001) esse estudo evidenciou um maior número de mulheres com resultados negativos para H. pylori, nos dados analisados. A partir do exposto, esse estudo demonstrou que apenas a coleta de um fragmento na região antral é suficiente para o diagnóstico de H. pylori, possibilitando uma maior rapidez na realização do exame endoscópico e redução de gastos e tempo com a realização das análises histopatológicas. Este estudo espera denotar dados assertivos e conclusivos, visando a padronização de regiões gástricas para realização de biópsia endoscópica, a fim de aumentar a especificidade e sensibilidade para o diagnóstico histopatológico da presença de H. pylori.
INDIGENOUS RURAL HOUSING AND ITS INDOOR THERMAL PERFORMANCES BESIDE THE PADMA RIVER BANK AREAS
Authors: Shahjahan Amreen
Published: October 2023

A unique geographic location, coupled with climate change impacts, has made Bangladesh one of the worst victims of natural disasters. 'Living with disasters' is a cruel reality for the people of Bangladesh, and rural housing is one of the major sectors which is badly affected almost every year. This study focuses on one of the primary problems of traditional vernacular dwellings beside the Padma riverbank areas, which is the overheating of indoor spaces due to changing demand of building materials as well as harsh, barren landscapes. This empirical research was conducted by doing surveys and analyses about the available building materials, housing characteristics, homestead layouts, space- use patterns, and environmental conditions on the northern side of the Padma riverbank areas, at Munshigonj, Dhaka. Again a quantitative method of analysis was carried out for assessing indoor thermal environments of a few randomly selected houses with the help of a pocket weather meter. The surveys reveal that these houses were vulnerable to recurrent natural hazards, and their indoor environment was relatively uncomfortable. But in terms of affordability and availability, they are clearly optimum and sustainable. It may be possible to suggest ways and means of improvement of the physical environment of rural housing in such a way as to improve their indoor thermal performance and reduce vulnerabilities. Key words: rural housing, vernacular dwelling, indoor environment, thermal comfort, natural hazards, riverbank areas, vulnerabilities.
CONTRASTING HOUSING TRANSFORMATION IN CORE DHAKA AND PERI-URBAN ABUJA
Authors: Mai Moukhtar M. , Rahman Mahbubur
Published: October 2023

Informal settlements constitute the bulk of urban housing stock. Culture specific dwelling units in the developing countries are transforming fast to commercial style housing due to drastic urbanization, globalization and their attendant acculturation. This paper focuses on establishing commonalities and disparities of the situations in Abuja, Nigeria, and Dhaka, Bangladesh, in terms of the transformation process, the predicating denominator, and the driving force. It will make comparative analysis of the changing residential patterns in these two developing world cities in Africa and Asia over a period of several decades. This research qualitatively contrast physical, social and psychological adjustments observed in traditional family compounds typical of Abuja; and the commercial subdivision of old Dhaka houses. In line with the post positivists' epistemology, an emergent- grounded theory triangulates with quantitative evidence and field observation. The findings suggest a fusion of isolated Gbagyi housing units into hollowed-out structure physically; and fission of the tribal group socially. Individualism replaces communal responsibility, with Islam and Christianity as moderators in Abuja, while the core Dhaka housing transformation pattern emphasizes on spatial economization through subdivision, addition-subtraction, conversion and reconstruction, motivated by convenient fraternity of respective socio-economic classes that are united in housing themselves. These findings give evidence of economic precedence over cultural sustainability in the process of housing transformation. However, the capitalist tendency of the twenty first century for income first, jeopardizes local identity, rhythm and modernity. This could have a global implication on cultural sustainability of vernacular housing in the urban environment. Key words: Informal settlements, cultural sustainability, housing transformation, informal delivery.
USER COMFORT AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY IN PUBLIC BUILDINGS OF HOT COMPOSITE CLIMATE OF MULTAN, PAKISTAN
Authors: Kazmi Nazar Abass , Anjum Nomana , Iftikhar Nazia , Qureshi Shakeel
Published: October 2023

The close connection between energy use in buildings and environmental damage arises because energy - intensive solutions sought to construct a building and meet its demands for heating, cooling, ventilation and lighting, cause severe depletion of invaluable environmental resources. Buildings designed with efficient use of energy with low operating cost as well as comfortable for users can contribute to the successful environment friendly design. The paper is an attempt to investigate and evaluate the thermal and energy efficiency of public buildings with reference to its user comfort level. To study the passive design elements of energy efficiency, twelve public buildings have been selected as case studies from colonial and contemporary period in which at least one of the energy efficient means has been used. Paper reviews the data collected for the four hottest months from summer season, of monitoring the buildings located in the hot composite climate of Multan, Pakistan and analyzed against mean temperature and relative humidity values for this season. A questionnaire survey is also conducted from the users to know the desired comfort level of these buildings. Key words: Energy Efficiency, Environmental Design, User Comfort, Public Buildings
REINVENTING TRADITIONAL SYSTEM FOR SUSTAINABLE BUILT ENVIRONMENT: AN OVERVIEW OF PASSIVE DOWNDRAUGHT EVAPORTAIVE COOLING (PDEC) TECHNIQUE FOR ENERGY CONSERVATION
Authors: Kamal Mohammad Arif
Published: October 2023

There has been a drastic increase in the use of air conditioning system for cooling the buildings all around the world. Interest in reducing emission of greenhouse gases, caused by fossil fuels to power the cooling requirements of the buildings has stimulated the enthusiasm towards adoption of passive cooling techniques for buildings. Passive systems use non-mechanical methods to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature and are a key factor in mitigating the negative impact of buildings on the environment. Of the different methods to reduce the cooling load, passive cooling of houses and buildings is the most suitable and sustainable method. Passive downdraught evaporative cooling (PDEC) is a passive cooling technique which involves spraying of controlled volumes of microscopic water droplets into hot, dry ambient air, thereby causing it to cool and descend into a required capture zone within a building. This paper is a review paper in which a study of Passive Downdraught Evaporative Cooling (PDEC) as a passive cooling technique for providing thermal comfort and its significance in energy conservation in buildings has been done. The interrelationship between sustainability and cooling needs of buildings has also been discussed. Further two applications of PDEC in contemporary architecture (Torrent Research Centre, Ahmedabad, India and New office building at Catania, Italy) have also been analyzed. Finally a critical analysis of using PDEC system in the buildings has also been done. Key Words: Passive, downdraught, evaporative, cooling, energy conservation.
Diagnosing advanced dementia mandate (DiADeM) pilot project: Increasing dementia diagnosis rates among care home residents
Authors: Soni Amisha
Published: October 2023

Estimates show that approximately 70% of care home residents have pre-existing dementia, yet many remain undiagnosed throughout their stay. Given the unique care requirements of people with dementia, a timely diagnosis is hugely beneficial as it enables healthcare professionals to understand the person’s care needs and develop tailored care plans. To address this, a pilot project was conducted in East Berkshire care homes from 2022 to 2023. The initiative employed an abbreviated memory assessment model based on the Diagnosing Advanced Dementia Mandate (DiADeM) tool, targeting residents exhibiting signs of cognitive impairment without a formal dementia diagnosis. Of the 23 residents assessed under DiADeM, 16 were diagnosed with dementia, showcasing promising outcomes for increasing diagnosis rates in the older adult population.
Service users’ experience of a Cognitive Stimulation Therapy group on a dementia acute inpatient ward
Authors: Tanney Shaun , Richardson Shauni , Maisey Paula
Published: October 2023

Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) aims to stimulate and support cognitive abilities, as well as engage people living with dementia in a fun and inclusive activity. CST also has a growing evidence base in improving cognitive functioning and quality of life for people living with dementia. A CST group was set up on a dementia inpatient ward to explore if the benefits in previous research could be replicated in an inpatient setting. The CST group ran once a week for approximately one hour which was facilitated by the ward assistant psychologist and activity facilitator. The evaluation of the group indicates services users found the sessions to be inclusive, thought provoking, cognitively stimulating and enjoyable.
Stress, Anxiety, and Coping with Late Side Effects of Radiation Therapy among Cervical Cancer Patients and Survivors Receiving Care at Cancer Diseases Hospital-Lusaka Zambia
Authors: Celestin Mukomenje
Published: October 2023

Background: Cervical cancer treatment by radiation therapy causes both acute and late effects. Some of the late physical side effects include menopausal symptoms, poor body image, sexual and or vaginal dysfunction, dyspareunia, vaginal narrowing and bleeding. These side effects are a major source of stress and anxiety among cervical cancer patients and survivors because they influence the emotional, psychosocial, and sexual well-being of the patients.
Chemo stratigraphic Profile of a Reservoir in Well “X” of Field “Y” Offshore Southern Gabon
Authors: Takyi Botwe
Published: October 2023

In a bid to evaluate the elemental and mineralogical content of reservoir samples from the “X” well in the “Y” oil field offshore Southern Gabon, analyses were performed using XRD and XRF. The log view profile of the result inferred that Na, Mg, and Calcite were absent in the shallower series of the reservoir sandstones studied, this observation implies that they are soluble ions that had eroded and refer to warm and humid paleoclimate and a depositional environment that is arid, which corresponds to the continental crust as their source. The plot of Ti and FeO+Mg discriminate the deeper series of the reservoir sandstone samples from the shallower samples. The lower series showed heavier values which implies their origin from Oceanic Crust. These are also the pre-salt facies while the shallower series were more of continental origin and represent the post-salt facies.
MACBETH-MAIRCA Plithogenic Decision-Making on Feasible Strategies of Extended Producer's Responsibility towards Environmental Sustainability
Authors:   Research Scholar, School of Mathematics, Madurai Kamaraj University and Assistant Professor,  Department of Mathematics, SSM Institute of Engineering and Technology, Dindigul, Tamil Nadu, India., Sudha S. ,   Department of Mathematics, Arul Ananda College(Autonomous),Karumathur, India.,   Department of Mathematics, Mount Carmel College (Autonomous), Bengaluru, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, India.,   Department of Mathematics, Erode Sengunthar Engineering College, Perundurai, Tamil Nadu, India.,   Ph.D Research Scholar, Department of Mathematics, Dr. N.G.P Arts and Science College, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India.,   Sree Vidyanikethan Engineering College, Chitoor, Andra Predesh, India., Martin Nivetha , .. M. Clement Joe , Palanimani P. G. , Thirunamakkani T. , Ranjitha B.
Published: October 2023

The environmental disarray caused by plastic usage alarms the world leaders to join hands in making coordinated efforts in creating a green globe to support environment for the future generation. The responsibility of promoting environmental sustainability is not confined to government alone as all the producer companies have equal share in mitigating the plastic waste. One of the ideal strategies of environmental conservation practiced by many of the nations at recent times is extended producer’s responsibility (EPR). This research work purposes in building a multi-criteria decision-making model integrating the methods of MACBETH (Measuring attractiveness through a categorical-based evaluation technique) and MAIRCA (Multi Attributive Ideal-Real Comparative Analysis) in plithogenic environment to make optimal decisions on the plastic recycling methods subjected to four core criteria in EPR context. The efficiency of the newly developed integrated model is determined by comparing the model with other models integrating MAIRCA with the methods of CRITIC (CRiteria Importance Through Intercriteria Correlation) FUCOM (Full Consistency Method). The sensitivity analysis helps in listing the merits and limitations of the proposed integrated model and also the consistency of the criterion weights and the ranking of the alternatives are checked.
A study on some dynamical aspects of Uttarakhand heavy rainfall events
Authors: PATIL CHETANA , DUTTA SOMENATH , SAWAISARJE G. K. , YADAV POOJA
Published: October 2023

In recent years, heavy rainfall events have been increasing over the Uttarakhand region. Improvement in the prediction of such events crucially dependent on the inclusion of the physical & dynamical processes responsible for such events, in the NWP model. This again, in turn depends on the understanding of such processes.  In this study an attempt has been made to understand parts of these processes and some of the dynamical aspects of these heavy rainfall events. For this different important derived NWP products, viz., differential vorticity advection (DVA), differential thermal advection (DTA), Differential moisture advection (DMA), Precipitable water (PW), non-dimensional stability index (NDSI) have been computed using ECMWF high-resolution gridded reanalysis data sets.  Heavy rainfall events are defined using IMD high resolution gridded daily rainfall data set. Preliminary analysis revealed that there was a steady increase in DVA, decrease in DTA, increase in PW and decrease in DMA before the heavy rainfall event. An enhanced DVA results in an enhancement in LLC, a decrease in DTA along with a decrease in DMA results in an enhancement of lapse rate. Combined effect of these results in the increase in the low-level convergence at Uttarakhand region along with the rising motion are the major dynamical processes resulted in the heavy rainfall event.
Numerical Modelling of tsunami wave to assess the possible impacts along western coasts of India
Authors: DANI BABITA , SRIVASTAVA VAIBHAVA , SINGH A. P. , BHATLA RAJEEV
Published: October 2023

Numerical modelling of tsunami waves has been made for the western coasts of India using TUNAMI N2 code. In this study the fault parameters are considered from earlier published literatures. Bathymetry data and possible tsunami generation locations have been obtained from the ETOPO2 (Global Relief Model) and General Bathymetric Chart of the Oceans (GEBCO) satellite data. For tsunami run-up the land topography data Shuttle Radar Topographic Mission (SRTM) is used. The present simulation consists of a duration of 6 hours (360 min). Possible arrival time with amplitude at various locations have been estimated. The paper also analyses the changes in the directivity of the generated tsunami waves towards western coasts of India by changing the dip and strike angles as different scenarios. Time series and height along the different parts of Gujarat coast and hourly travel-time chart of the tsunami wave are also discussed. After the earthquake and initial tsunami wave generation, it reaches at all the locations along the Gulf of Kachchh (Gujarat) in nearly 2 hrs to 5.30 hrs with amplitudes from 1 to 2.5 m, Mumbai in around 4.45 hrs with amplitude 2 m, Goa in around 3.08 hrs with amplitude 1 m, Karwar (Karnataka) in around 3.12 hrs and Mangalore in around 3.36 hrs with amplitudes 1 m each. The authenticity of the estimated tsunami phases of the 1945 tsunamigenic earthquake along the MSZ are corroborated with the available reports and published literatures.
Convective weather event monitoring with multispectral image analysis of INSAT-3D/3DR over Indian domain
Authors: TOMAR C. S. , BHATLA RAJIV , SONI V. K. , GIRI R. K.
Published: October 2023

Pre-monsoon season (March to May) is very challenging as convective activities prevails almost throughout the country. Most of the Rabi crops harvesting affected and sometimes suffer great losses due to sudden rain or high winds. INSAT-3D/3DR satellite images and derived products provides continuous support to the forecasters and end users in monitoring such events and thereafter significant value addition improves the prediction. This information was found to be very useful where actual ground based or upper air observations are limited or especially over data  sparse or difficult terrain regions.
 
In this work, we have examined three weather events at different Geographical locations (i) Rainfall over Bihar-24-26 June, 2020 (ii) Delhi & NCR region on 17 June, 2022 (iii) NE region activity in 16-18 June, 2022.
 
The Real Time Analysis of Products and Information Dissemination (RAPID) web based tool was utilized in monitoring and  diagnosing the convective weather events based on the brightness temperature & derived products like Outgoing longwave radiation, upper tropospheric humidity, insolation etc & RGB imagery composite in terms of  day & night time microphysics daily operational products. The time series of the wind derived products for Delhi NCR rainfall and NE rainfall products also generated through RAPID. The synoptic model analysis provides valuable inputs for these mesoscale convective weather events. The southerly wind flow (at 925 hPa) and velocity convergence (at 500 hPa) analysis of European Centre for Medium Range Weather Forecasting (ECMWF) supports the severity of NE event occurred on 16-18 June, 2022.
 
Therefore, utilization of near real time INSAT-3D/3DR products along with appropriate synoptic model analysis can help the forecasters to understand better about such mesoscale convective events & accurate forecast with sufficient lead time can save the life and property.
A comparative evaluation of dentinal defects after root canal preparation with different rotary and reciprocal systems
Authors: Yakın Ece , Aslan Berna , Odabaşı Tezer Emine
Published: October 2023

Aim: This study aimed to compare dentinal defects after root canal preparation with various reciprocating and continuous rotary files.Methods: 90 extracted human mandibular incisor teeth were used. 15 teeth left unprepared and the remaning teeth were randomly divided into 5 experimental groups (n=15). Root canals were prepared with WaveOne (Dentsply Maillefer, Ballaigues, Switzerland), WaveOne Gold (Dentsply Maillefer, Ballaigues, Switzerland), Hyflex EDM OneFile (Coltene/Whaledent, Altstätten, Switzerland), ProTaper Next (Dentsply Maillefer, Ballaigues, Switzerland), and ProTaper Universal (Dentsply Maillefer, Ballaigues, Switzerland) rotary files. Then roots were sectioned at 3, 6 and 9 mm from the apex and evaluated with a stereomicroscope. Statistical analysis was performed with chi-square and Fischer’s Exact test. The significance level was set at 5%.Results: No defects were observed in the unprepared control group. Dentin defect were observed in all the experimental groups, especially in the apical region (3 mm). WaveOne and Hyflex EDM showed more dentinal defects than the control group (p0.05). WaveOne caused significantly more dentinal defects than the ProTaper Universal, ProTaper Next, and WaveOne Gold groups (p
Fatigue life prediction of mistuned steam turbine blades subjected to deviations in blade geometry
Authors: Mashiachidi Makgwantsha , Desai Dawood
Published: October 2023

The blades of the steam turbine are subjected to bending of the steam flow, centrifugal loading, vibration response, and structural mistuning. These factors mentioned contribute significantly to the fatigue failure of steam turbine blades. Low pressure (LP) steam turbines experience premature blade and disk failures due to the stress concentrations in the root location of the blade of its bladed disk. This study of mistuned steam turbine blades subjected to variation in blade geometry will be of great significance to the electricity generation industry. A simplified, mistuned, scaled-down steam turbine bladed disk model was developed using ABAQUS finite element analysis (FEA) software. The acquisition of the vibration characteristics and steady-state stress response of the disk models was carried out through FEA. Such studies are very limited. Subsequently, numerical stress distributions were acquired and the model was subsequently exported to Fe-Safe software for fatigue life calculations based on centrifugal and harmonic sinusoidal pressure loading. Vibration characteristics and response of the variation of the geometric blade of the steam turbine were investigated. Natural FEA frequencies compared well with the published literature of real steam turbines, indicating the reliability of the developed FEA model. The study found that fatigue life is most sensitive to changes in blade length, followed by width and then thickness, in this order. Analytical life cycles and Fe-Safe software show a percentage difference of less than 4.86%. This concludes that the numerical methodology developed can be used for real-life mistuned steam turbine blades subjected to variations in blade geometry.