bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
«Fish in the ears». Paolo Mantegazza, Percy Bysshe Shelley and us in San Terenzo 1822-2022
Authors: Fagioli Simone
Published: December 2023

On July 8, 1822, the English poet Percy Bysshe Shelley drowned in front of Viareggio due to the shipwreck of his beloved boat Ariel. From that moment, amplified by the cremation of the body on the beach of the village on August 16, «mythology» expands dramatically, swallowing up its artistic value in many cases. Paolo Mantegazza did not escape the charm of the poet. Mantegazza shared, in an ideal way, San Terenzo, Shelley’s last home and the doctor’s village. In 1885, in fact, in a short article he searched the country for the «relics» of the Englishman, on behalf of Edward Dowden, who was working at that time on a biography of the poet. Starting from these ideas, on January 7, 2022, I made a visit to San Terenzo, reflecting on the construction of memory, measured by secular relics, also given by commemorative plagues and urban writings
Introduzione agli Atti
Authors: Di Vincenzo Fabio
Published: December 2023

Il contributo costituisce l'Introduzione agli Atti "1871: Firenze capitale...dell'Antropologia Italiana", redatti a seguito della giornata di celebrazioni dei 150 anni dalla fondazione della Società Italiana di Antropologia e Etnologia  - Firenze, 15 Febbraio 2022
The postmortem fate of osteometric measurements: taphonomic alteration of landmarks and its implication for biological profiling
Authors: Borrini Matteo , Mannucci Piero , Valoriani Satu , Scalia Tomba GianPaolo
Published: December 2023

The aim of this research was to identify the measurements that are most frequently retrieved from buried skeletal remains to create the most applicable discriminant functions for osteometric assessments. The study sample was composed of 644 adult skeletons from IV-III BC Italy (Pontecagnano). All burials were in the supine position and individuals were buried either directly in the ground or in large stone coffins. The burial context did not present any environmental conditions that could have a detrimental effect on bonepreservation either in general or differentially between anatomical regions. Due to its complexity, the skull was divided in different regions (two macro areas and five regions, plus the mandible), while the long bones and scapula were examined as anatomical units. The results show that cranial measurements cannot be reliably used for anthropological analyses, as main landmarks are frequently affected by taphonomic factors. Given the higher frequency of their preservation, postcranial measurements are more appropriate for the creation of usable discriminant functions for the construction of biological profiles.
Chiesa e Media in dialogo
Authors: La Rocca Michele
Published: December 2023

The advent of digital media has produced changes in both communicative and anthropological perspectives: digital media are, in fact, an integral part of man's daily life as they embrace the social, cultural, political and economic dimension of the contemporaryworld in which man acts. The Catholic Church has not remained impassive in this process. Indeed the response of the catholic church has evolved over and with the times. It has often sought to integrate these changes by proposing a cultural approach which allows us to understand the digital environment as a public space. This digital forum is amendable to a faith base Christian approach and can be seen as a public square. This public square, the Agorà represents an occasion for authentic relational encounters between individuals.
Prospezione speleologica, archeologica e antropologica della costa orientale della penisola di San Vito lo Capo (TP)
Authors: Mannino† Giovanni , Catalano† Eliodoro , Zava Bruno , Sineo Luca
Published: December 2023

Two years after the death of Giovanni Mannino, researcher and talented speleologist, we present here unpublished research results of the group of researchers he led. This contribution adds additional information to that previously published in 2022 by Mannino et al. The results presented here deal with the speleological register in an area of the eastern coast of the peninsula of San Vito lo Capo (Trapani), which is very rich in prehistoric and palaeoanthropologicalfindings. The results are formulated within a multidisciplinary approach to this area and are correlated with topographical information and maps. In many cases, the surveyed cave sites, although they are a clear testimony of human occupation in the Palaeo- Mesolithic period, have not yet received the attention they deserve. This lack of attention may be partly due to the paucity of knowledge of such a complex territory. In other cases, such as the Grotta dell'Uzzo, perhaps the most representative Mesolithic site in the Italian panorama, intensely studied since the 1970s, we have limited ourselves to the original treatment by Mannino.
Analisi antropologica dei reperti osteologici tardo-antichi provenienti dal contesto ipogeico di Licata. L'ipogeo Zirafi-settore G ‒ Licata (Sicilia)
Authors: Cangialosi Emanuele Orazio , Lauria Gabriele , Toscano Raffa Alessio , Meli Francesca
Published: December 2023

From the third century BC until late antiquity, the settlement of the ancient Finziade (Licata) was characterized by intense socio- cultural dynamics that significantly changed the social and economic assets of central-southern Sicily. The Zirafi hypogeum with its an architectural funerary unicum of the time was part of this multiform scenario. Its complex and the articulated depositional plan reflects a long phase of sepulchral use. Here we report on the anthropological analysis of human skeletal remains, found during the systematic excavation campaigns of the University of Messina in collaboration with the Anthropology Laboratory of the University of Palermo. The study aims to combine the evaluations of the human findings with the previous historical and archaeological literature. We defined the use (intensity and typology) of the tombs, placed inside the hypogeum. Our results support previous assumptions about the status of the city during late antiquity.
Gli Archivi Digitali e l'Antropologia Virtuale. Ricostruzione 3D di un cranio umano mediante la moderna tecnica della Fotogrammetria
Authors: Ficarra Salvatore , Lauria Gabriele
Published: December 2023

Modern digital archives mainly thanks to recent developments in 3D modelling by TAC, Laser Scanner and Photogrammetry are highy useful for easily storing and exchanging large amounts of data for both qualitative and quantitative studies. Photogrammetry is a versatile and inexpensive technique that starting from one or more sets of 2D digital images allows for high-resolution 3D models to be built. The protocol reported here allows users with different backgrounds to easily and quickly built accurate models of human skulls using minimal and inexpensive equipment by simply modifying only some of the default settings of the Agisoft-Metashape software. The photo acquisition and the workflow of the software (fundamental steps of photogrammetry) are treated separately to provide a systematic method. The main advantages of this method are: the low number of images needed for a total coverage of the skull, the processing speed and the model accuracy by using only four markers positioned on the skull, as a reference to join the two sets of photos.
Mumbai e le trasformazioni del suo habitat urbano. Una prospettiva storica sulle problematiche dell'abitare
Authors: Testi Andrea
Published: December 2023

The research reported here examines, from a historical perspective, the urban transformations that characterized the city of Mumbai since its foundation. First, a brief historical overview of the Indian peninsula, which is distinguished by a multitude of climates, contexts, ethnic groups, cultures, languages, and religions, is outlined. Second, the report focuses on the twentieth century migration patterns in order to better delve into the urbanization processes and features. The Indian urban dimension has grown rapidly and currently the country is the second most populated in the world. Its metropolises show many critical issues and poor housing conditions stand out. Urban informality and precarious housing are common, and they are particularly relevant in the most inhabited urban agglomerations. Mumbai developed on a small group of islands under Portuguese and British control and transformed into a megalopolis in a relatively short time span. Although public authorities became gradually aware of the housing shortage problem, the policies and interventions implemented proved to be inadequate to tackle the issue. The city’s historical and geographical specificities have negatively affected urban development, raising land values and ultimately, jeopardizing social housing interventions. The Slum Rehabilitation Schemes case serves as an example to describe the Mumbai urban habitat and the extreme character that distinguishes it. This analysis also stimulates reflections on the housing issue and its possible developments in similar contexts.
The Effect of Marketing Mix on Outpatients Loyalty in Hajj Hospital Jakarta, Indonesia
Authors: Wulandari R. R. Sonya Dewi , Khatibi Ali , Azam S. M. Ferdous , Tham Jacquline , Widiyaningsih Cicilia
Published: December 2023

Since 2018, are still disparities in the research results on items, prices, locations, promotions, people, processes, and physical evidence associated with customer loyalty based on the marketing mix and customer or patient loyalty. This study’s compares the theory and practice concerning the effect of marketing mix to outpatients’ loyalty. Hajj Hospital is currently experiencing a drop in the number of patients though numerous promotional efforts have been made, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. It is anticipated that the marketing mix will enhance consumer views of a product’s quality, as measured by consumers’ evaluations of the product. If the consumer perceives that the hospital provides high-quality services, the hospital’s image will be positive; this condition might boost customer or patient satisfaction. This study aims to determine which element of the marketing mix has the most significant impact on patient loyalty at Hajj Hospital. This study used a quantitative cross-sectional design approach, with 100 outpatient samples, and was analysed using SPSS. It was discovered that additional studies incorporated planning, control, monitoring, and evaluation into the marketing mix, utilising longitudinal studies or interventions for healthcare professionals that provide services to patients.
Diversity Index and Phenotypic Character Analysis for Important Qualitative Traits of Sunflower [Helianthus annuus L] Genotypes in Central Highlands of Ethiopia
Authors: Mola Tilahun
Published: December 2023

Sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.) is an important oilseed crop. It is grown for vegetable and industrial oils in the world. Sunflower oil is considered to be of supreme quality. The Production, productivity and area coverage of sunflower in Ethiopia is low and below the world average due to different reasons. Sunflower can contribute a big share in improving local edible oil production due to its short interval for maturity, high oil contents, better fitting in the cropping pattern, tolerance to drought and its high yield potential. Therefore, this study was conducted to quantify genetic variability of fourteen qualitative traits using Shannon-waver diversity index. A total of 220 genotypes including checks varieties were evaluated in 2020/21 main cropping season at Holeta, Ethiopia. Alpha lattice design was used with two replications and eleven blocks were nested within a replication. Based on fourteen qualitative traits significant variability or dissimilarity was observed among Sunflower genotypes. Analysis of Shannon-waver diversity index shows that H' values ranges from ~0.075 for leaf arrangement to ~0.99 for bract shape at the back of sunflower head. This shows that there is considerable diversity among the studied genotypes for the qualitative traits which can have good indications and amplification during selections of genotypes in sunflower improvement either ornamental type, confectionery or oil type sunflower.
The Impact of Health Informatics on Radiologist, Laboratory Technician, Pharmacist-Physician Collaboration, and Patient Outcomes
Authors: Alkhtrah Ali Mohmmed Jaber , Motlaq Mohmmed Mohmmed Marzoq Al , Alnaeli Hussain Omar Ali , Sarihf Hameis Nassir , Alyami Ali Mohammad Ali , Sharif Salem Nasser , Shraif Basem Nasser , Mansour Mohmmed Hamad Al , Mohmmed Hadi Mohmmed Al , Farhan Abdulaziz Salem Samran Al
Published: December 2023

Health informatics has revolutionized the way healthcare professionals collaborate and deliver care, with significant implications for patient outcomes. This abstract explores the impact of health informatics on the collaboration between radiologists, laboratory technicians, pharmacists, and physicians, and its influence on patient outcomes. The abstract provides an overview of the role of health informatics in facilitating communication, information sharing, and decision-making among these healthcare professionals. It also discusses the potential benefits and challenges associated with integration of health informatics in collaborative care, and highlight the importance of leveraging technology to improve patient safety, treatment efficacy, and overall healthcare quality. The review concludes that, the professions of radiologists, laboratory technicians, chemists, doctors, and patient outcomes have all been significantly impacted by health informatics. Healthcare practitioners are now able to make better decisions thanks to the increased efficiency and accuracy of diagnostic imaging and laboratory tests brought about by the integration of technology and data management systems. Electronic prescribing and medication management systems have improved collaboration between chemists and doctors, guaranteeing safe and efficient pharmaceutical use. The application of health informatics has also helped patients receive more individualized care, better communication, and access to health information. All things considered, the use of health informatics has changed the way that healthcare is delivered and may continue to enhance patient outcomes in the future.
Radiographic Evaluation of a Single Visit Non-Surgical Root Canal Treatment of Infected Anterior Teeth: Report of two Cases
Authors: Illah Mohammed J Abu , Thubab Abdulaziz Yahya , Huthan Halah Mohammed , Juraybi Asayil Khalid , Baggash The-Anoon Abdo , Moaleem Mohammed M Al
Published: December 2023

This case report describes the non-surgical root canal treatment (RCT) of two cases with a periapical lesion associated with maxillary and mandibular anterior teeth of male patients who complained of swelling associated with pus drainage and pain. The obturation of both maxillary and mandibular central incisors was done by using lateral condensation and epoxy resin-based sealer, followed by composite resin filling as a permanent restoration. Clinical and radiographic re-evaluations at 4 months and 7 months for maxillary and mandibular teeth respectively revealed progressing bone healing, particularly in a maxillary region. This case report shows that an appropriate diagnosis in combination with RCT as a conservative non-surgical approach can lead to the complete healing of a large lesion without invasive treatments.
The Effect of Diabetes on Implanted Dentures, A Systematic Review
Authors: Almutairi Rawan Nasser , Alamri Fahad Shami , Alshagha Rawan Ahmed , Aljuhani Waad Alaa , Alsabi Manal Ali Ahmed , Alabsi Aljawharah Ali , Almagati Nouf Faleh , Alunizan Moneerah Hassan , Alanazi Dalya Mahmoud , AlJumah Tahani M.
Published: December 2023

Background: Dentures are removably inserted dental prosthetics that fill up tooth gaps. There are many types of dentures, including complete, partial and implant-supported dentures. As long-term supports for tooth replacements, dental implants have significantly changed the treatment philosophies of conventional prosthodontics. However, the success and durability of these prosthetic devices may be impacted if a person seeking denture implants has diabetes. Diabetes affects the body in many ways, including the mouth's oral health. Immediate dentures have many benefits, including better oral functions, preservation of lower facial height, preservation of tooth sockets, improvement of aesthetics, and replication of natural teeth's shape, form, and location by artificial teeth. Diabetes mellitus has been reported to be associated strongly with the oral health. The higher glucose microenvironment prolongs healing of tooth extraction sockets. Thus, encouraging the healing of tooth extraction sockets is crucial from a therapeutic perspective for people with diabetes mellitus. Methods: An electronic search of English peer-reviewed dental literature on PubMed, Science Direct and Google Scholar was conducted to identify all publications reporting on how diabetes affect dentures until August 2023. Overall, 977 publications were found through an electronic and manual search, out of which 130 articles were selected after screening based on title and abstract. A total of 52 publications passed the second review phase after assessment for eligibility, from which 24 studies were excluded after full-text screening. Finally, a total of 28 studies were selected. A total of 10 articles were found to match our eligibility criteria to the full and were included in the final systematic review. Conclusion: Diabetes negatively impacts implanted dentures' success and longevity, leading to complications like Candida infection, poor bone integration, peri-implantitis, and compromised healing. Larger clinical trials are needed to understand diabetes's impact on implant therapy outcomes. Clinicians should assess patients' overall health, monitor glycemic control, maintain oral hygiene, and perform regular maintenance for optimal outcomes.
Farmers’ Knowledge and Perception of the Pest Status and Management Options for Termites in Buikwe District, Central Uganda
Authors: Kagezi Godfrey H. , Twesigye Veronica , Musasizi Janet K. , Ssebugenyi Israel , Namara Eunice , Ssenoga Gyavira , Sseremba Godfrey , Kobusinge Judith , Kyalo Gerald , Arinaitwe Geofrey
Published: December 2023

Termites are known to be serious pests, particularly in tropical and sub-tropical countries, causing damage to crops, forestry and structures/buildings. To design and implement effective and environmentally-friendly termite management strategies, there is a need to consider farmers’ knowledge and experience in defining and setting priorities. We therefore conducted a survey in the coffee agro-ecology of Buikwe district, central Uganda to determine farmers’ knowledge on the damage caused and control options for termites. Farmers were aware of the damaged caused by the termites, with 85.8% of them mentioning damage to crops in the field as the most important. However, 43.4% of them were of the view that the proportion of the whole coffee garden damaged by termites was generally low (1-25%). More than half of the farmers mentioned that they first observed termites in their gardens in the last 15 years and maize was the most (97.1%) damaged crop. In addition to crops, farmers mentioned that termites were also attacking mulching material, particularly maize stover (47.2%) and buildings (66%). Most farmers mentioned that they observed highest termite damage in the dry season (30.2%), at hill top (35.8%) and in reddish soils (55.7%). Also, >70% of the farmers mentioned that termite damage was generally decreasing in their coffee gardens, mainly due to destruction of termite mounds and bushes (39.6%). Furthermore, 83% of the farmers mentioned that they had attempted to manage termites, with most of them (>70%) acknowledging using chemicals. In addition to chemicals, farmers also mentioned that they were using cultural-based options such as destroying termite nests or mounds (68.7%), queen removal (34.9%) and weeding (30.2%), among others to control termites. Furthermore, in attempting to manage the termites, farmers mentioned that they faced several challenges, with most (36.8%) of them claiming that termites are impossible to control. In conclusion therefore, farmers had k
Antioxidant Activity, Phenolic and Flavonoid Contents of Abrus precatorius Leaf in four Different Extracts
Authors: Farhana Fahima , Ray Gorungo , Islam Md. Ashraful , Chakraborty Dipankar , Bhattacharjee Sreebash Chandra , Das Suman
Published: December 2023

This research aimed to assess the antioxidant capabilities against DPPH, as well as determine the overall phenolic and flavonoid contents in extracts of abrus precatorius leaves. Different extracts of abrus precatorius leaves were successively prepared using methanol, ethanol, petroleum ether, and distilled water. The DPPH antioxidant capacity of methanol extracts was highest with a low IC50 value of 62.86±0.68µg/mL. Ethanol, water, and petroleum ether extracts also showed significant antioxidant activity with IC50 values of 89.66±0.51, 78.67±0.35, 142±4.26 μg/mL. We observed a significantly higher total phenolic content of 34.67± 2.52 gallic acid equivalent ⁄ g dry extract and total flavonoid content of 27.55±1.84 mg quercetin equivalent/g dry extract for methanolic leaves extract than others. The phenolic content of ethanol and water extract is close enough (22.19±1.45, 26.35±1.65 gallic acid equivalent ⁄ g dry extract). The flavonoid content of ethanol, water, and petroleum ether extract was found as 14.43±1.35, 20.84±1.97, 1.6±0.41 mg quercetin equivalent/g dry extract. These findings will aid in future studies attempting to explore medicinal agents from the abrus precatorius plants of Bangladesh.
Comparative Study of Topical Steroids Vs Non steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs to Control Post-Cataract Surgery Macular Edema
Authors: Hafiz Muhammad Jahan Zaib  , Nazir Fahmina , Khan Nida Armoghan , Khalid Amina , Khan Maha Izzat
Published: December 2023

Purpose:  To compare the efficacy of topical steroids with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in controlling post-cataract surgery macular edema.
Study Design:  Quasi experimental study.
Place and Duration of Study:  “Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), Islamabad, Pakistan” from 1st July 2022 to 31st December 2022.
Methods:  Forty patients who had undergone cataract surgery were selected for this study by convenient sampling. After informed consent, patients were divided into two groups: Group S (n = 20) was given 1% prednisone eye drops for 14 days while group N (n = 20) was given 0.1% nepafenac acid eye drops for 14 days. 30 days after surgery, central macular thickness (CMT), using OCT, was assessed and documented in both groups. Data was analyzed by SPSS 21.
Results:  Mean age of patients was 44.02 ± 6.08 years. There were 60% (24) males and 40% females. Mean pre-operative CMT difference between two groups was statistically insignificant. Post-operative CMT was significantly lower in group N as compared to group S [243.00 ± 21.71 µm vs 223.90 ± 17.52 µm; p = 0.004]. Frequency of post-operative ME was lower in group N as compared to group S [35% (7) vs 15% (3); p = 0.144].
Conclusion: Topical eye drops containing NSAIDs and steroids are useful to control post-cataract surgery macular edema but NSAIDs drops have better efficacy in controlling post-cataract surgery macular edema.
Latent Convergent Strabismus Clinical Features and Management in Sudanese Patients
Authors: Aisha Hassan Osman  , Al-Rasheed Saif Hassan
Published: December 2023

Purpose:  To describe the clinical features and management of latent convergent strabismus among Sudanese patients.
Study Design:  Descriptive observational study.
Place and Duration of Study:  Makkah Eye Complex, Khartoum, Sudan, from December 2018 to August 2020.
Methods:  The study included 137 patients, diagnosed with latent convergent strabismus (esophoria). Demographic data and ocular examination findings including visual acuity, refractive error, and degree of esophoria was collected. Esophoria was assessed by prism cover test (PCT) at near and distance.
Results:  Esophoria was more common among females (n = 107, 78.1%) and in age group 15 to 25 years. Headache was the most common complaint (n = 64, 46.7%). Most of the patients (n = 114, 83.2%) had 1 to 5 ∆ of esophoria with a mean of 4.17 ± 2.99∆. Majority of the patients (n = 132, 96.3%) had normal near point of convergence (NPC) 6.98 ± 3.10 cm. Positive fusional vergence (PFV) was high at 24.06 ± 9.01∆, whereas negative fusional vergence (NFV) was low at 5.0 ± 0.21∆D, P = 0.001. Majority of the patients (76.6%) responded well to the refractive correction, 11.7% patients to vision therapy and remaining 11.7% to both refractive correction and vision therapy. Correlation coefficients revealed that there was a positive correlation between, refraction, NPC, and PFV (P ˃ 0.05).
Conclusion:  Sophoria was more common among females and young adults. Most of the esophoric patients had uncorrected hyperopia, good PFV and relatively poor NFV amplitude. Early detection and management of young esophoric patients is essential to improve vision and binocular functions.
Early Postoperative Complications of Trabeculectomy and Their Management: A Hospital Based Study
Authors: Iftikhar Bano Norin , Sidrah Riaz  , Khan Tariq , Qureshi Tariq , Shakil Muhammad
Published: December 2023

Purpose:  To study the early post operative complications of trabeculectomy, Phaco trabeculectomy and their management in a tertiary care center.
Study Design:  Interventional case series.
Place and Duration of Study:  Al-Ehsan Welfare Eye Hospital from 1st November 2020 to 30th January 2022.
Methods:  One hundred and two patients who underwent glaucoma filtration surgery were selected through convenient sampling. The patients were followed up for 12 weeks and early post-operative complications, if any, were noted and managed.
Results:  There were 58 (56.86%) males and 44 (43.14%) females. The age ranged from 35 to 70 years. There were 48 (47.06%) pseudophakic and 54 (52.94%) phakic patients. Mean pre-operative IOP was (31.99 ± 5.66 mm Hg) which reduced to 12.35 ± 4.30 mm Hg one month after surgery. Trabeculectomy with 5-Fluorouracil (5-FU) was performed in 48 patients (47.06%) while trabeculectomy combined with phacoemulsification and IOL implantation was performed in 54 patients (52.94%). Primary open angle glaucoma (POAG) was present in 94 patients (92.16%) while 8 patients (7.84%) had chronic angle closure glaucoma. The early postoperative complications were shallow anterior chamber in 17.6%, pupillary membrane in 2.9% and choroidal detachment in 2.9%. Six patients (5.9%) were steroid responder and these patients were shifted to topical Loteprednol from topical prednisolone.
Conclusion:  Majority of early post operative complications of trabeculectomy are transient and settled in first two to three weeks without any surgical intervention. Anticipation, timely diagnosis and early intervention is the key to success in management of complications of trabeculectomy.
Celebrating the 40th volume of Pakistan Journal of Ophthalmology with a glimpse from the past
Authors: Chaudhry Lateef , Gul Malik Tayyaba
Published: December 2023

Year 2024 marks the 40th volume of Pakistan Journal of Ophthalmology and I take this opportunity to congratulate the Ophthalmological Society of Pakistan for this milestone.On this occasion let us turn back the time wheel and get a glimpse at the dawn of this journey as it is said, “Learn from History – Follow the Science – Listen to the Experts”.
Urological disorders in adrenoleukodystrophy / adrenomyeloneuropathy
Authors: Khudyakova N. V. , Pchelin I. Yu. , Shishkin A. N. , Mazurenko S. O. , Volovnikova V. A. , Ivanov N. V. , Smirnov V. V. , Vasilkova V. N.
Published: December 2023

Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD) is the most common peroxisomal disease of X-linked recessive inheritance caused by a mutation in the ABCD 1 gene located on chromosome Xq28. A characteristic feature of ALD is the lack of correlation between genotype and phenotype. Depending on the time of onset, the main manifestations, and the rate of symptom progression, there are 6 main forms of the disease, but the most common is adrenomyeloneuropathy (AMN). When carefully examining patients with AMI, in most cases it is possible to identify urological pathology manifested by overactive bladder in both sexes and hypogonadism in men, which are hidden behind other numerous neurological symptoms and often remain undiagnosed. To date, there are few works devoted to the peculiarities of pathogenesis, clinical course, diagnosis and treatment of this pathology in ALD. In this article, we reviewed the current literature data on neurogenic bladder dysfunction and hypogonadism in ALD.
The role of advanced glycation end products in sarcopenia in CKD patients
Authors: Boriskina O. L. , Tsigan V. N. , Rumyantsev A. S. , Yakovenko A. A.
Published: December 2023

The accumulation of glycation end products (AGEs) is closely related to chronic inflammation, oxidative stress and can affect muscle function. An increase of the concentration of AGEs in the serum can be observed in patients already at the initial stages of the formation of chronic kidney disease (CKD). At the same time, there is no need for a violation of carbohydrate tolerance or diabetes mellitus. Sarcopenia is one of the complications of CKD. Its development in CKD can be considered not only as a result of endogenous intoxication, but also as one of the variants of premature aging. This literature review is devoted to the analysis of the mechanisms of the influence of AGEs on the occurrence and progression of sarcopenia in CKD.
REPORT OF A BICARPELLARY FLOWER FROM THE DECCAN INTERTRAPPEAN SERIES OF MOHGAONKALAN, INDIA.
Authors: P.  Patil Sharadkumar
Published: December 2023

The present flower from its oblique transverse section appears to be the smaller in size among the flowers reported from the Deccan Intertrappean series. It is 1.00 X 1.22 mm in diameter. Swollen at middle and tapering at its ends indicate its companulate shape. The flower is actinomorphic, hermaphrodite, pentamerous and hypogynous. The perianth lobes are ten in numbers arranged in two whorls of 5+5 each. The outer whorl contains five tepals may be termed as calyx while the inner five may be as corolla. Stamens are five in number, polyandrous giving pentamerous appearance to the flower. Pollen grains are tricolpate and psilate without any external outgrowth. The anther is basifixed. Gynoecium is bicarpellary, syncarpous with superior, bilocular ovary. Each locule contains single ovule in it with axile placentation. Ovary wall is multilayered and smooth. The present flower is totally different from the reported fossil flowers and living genera of modern families. Hence it is kept under separate form genus Mohgaoanthus deccanii gen. et sp. nov.
Model for evaluating the efficiency of a socially responsible business entity
Authors: Andrusiv Uliana , Zelinska Halyna , Lagodiienko Volodymyr
Published: December 2023

The aggravation of transformational contradictions under the influence of globalization and integration processes actualized the need to form a new social development paradigm. Achieving quantitative growth is giving way to ensuring sustainable development within the global economy, which can be implemented using the corporate social responsibility strategy. In Ukraine, the problem of socially responsible behavior of business entities, particularly the education system, which is expressed primarily through training a modern specialist, has become actualized. Even before Russia started the war in February 2022, positive processes toward expanding social responsibility among business structures were observed in the state, expressed in joint projects, educational, and grant activities. At the same time, corporate social responsibility was primarily declarative. In hostilities and the presence of an economic crisis, most domestic business entities were quickly, forcibly, or gradually forced to curtail their charitable and social projects. In contrast to existing research on the social responsibility of business entities, it is proposed to evaluate the effectiveness of their functioning by individual components, considering the educational component. The work uses the toolkit of economic analysis, which made it possible to assess the effectiveness of the socially responsible behavior of the business entity. The practical value of the research consists of establishing the relationship between various participants in market relations, considering each participant's social responsibility for the results of their activities. Social responsibility is helpful for everyone - the state, society, and business, because, as a result, the standard of living of the population increases, the infrastructure develops, the socially conscious attitude of citizens toward the environment takes place, and a corporate culture of management and interpersonal communication is formed.
Keywords: corporate social responsibility, business entity, Ukraine, business structures, education.
Strengthening energy security through community energy planning in Churchill, Manitoba
Authors:   , Kvern Michael
Published: December 2023

Imagine that it costs you $100 to fill your car’s gas tank, and no one outside your isolated community is working to improve things. This scenario is a reality for many northern remote communities like Churchill, Manitoba, where traditional energy security definitions and centralized systems have left them with unaffordable, unsustainable power. This thesis begins the process of community energy planning in Churchill by creating a community energy profile, and vision statements to guide a future energy plan. It also examines, from a Northern perspective, energy security definitions, and their effectiveness in remote communities. Twenty-three semi-structured snowball interviews and a workshop (n=12) identified community priorities for an energy vision statement and future energy plan. The energy profile was constructed in Microsoft Excel with data from utility companies and government and visualized using ArcGIS 10.7.1. Interview and workshop data were analysed using Nvivo12 to identify common themes. Being a remote community, Churchill has limited diversity in its energy sources. 75% of Churchill’s energy consumption is fossil fuels, including 5.4 million litres of jet fuel. Consequently, residents consume 35%more fossil fuel than the average Canadian. A significant portion of this can be attributed to the community’s remoteness, but also the high rates of tourism with a reliance on air travel. Such high rates of fossil fuel consumption are viewed negatively in the community. All workshop participants and twenty-one interviewees mention a strong desire for Churchill to utilize more renewable energy sources. Increasing renewable energy is a seen as crucial to reducing greenhouse gases and improving sustainability in the community. Opportunities to increase the efficiency of the energy system through upgrades to building conditions, improved technology, and energy efficiency programs are also identified and viewed favourably by participants. Energy generation occurs largely outside of the control of the community. Manitoba unique monopolistic electricity market, and government ownership of a significant portion of housing in the community results in most decisions being made outside of the community with little opportunity for input. Fourteen interview participants and all workshop participants identified increased agency as crucial to the future of the energy system. Draft vison statements for Churchill’s future community energy plan, and a reconceptualized definition of energy security included the identified elements of agency and efficiency. Churchill’s energy profile also provides the foundation to an energy plan as energy consumption is more precisely known and visualized. This research illustrates an example of energy planning to other northern communities, and in partnership with the CASES project provides ongoing support for the development and implementation of the plan.
Hubungan Pola Makan Dan Aktivitas Fisik Dengan Kejadian Overweight Pada Remaja
Authors: Andrini Putri , Aisah  , Ariyanto
Published: December 2023

Excess weight in adolescents is caused by energy intake that exceeds needs or insufficient energy consumption and is related to a history of eating habits and the frequency of intake of high-calorie foods. The diet that triggers overweight is consuming large portions of food, eating foods high in energy, high in fat, high in simple carbohydrates and low in fiber. Physical activity is a risk factor for obesity, where teenagers with light activity are more at risk of becoming obese. In 2018 basic health research, the incidence of overweight was 7.8%. Jambi City Health Service with the number of overweight cases in Jambi City, namely 174 cases. The aim of this study was to determine the relationship between eating patterns and physical activity with the incidence of overweight in adolescents at SMAN 8 Jambi City.
The design of this research is quantitative with a cross sectional approach. This research was carried out at SMAN 8 Jambi City in February-June 2023. The population in this research was 359 students of SMAN 8 Jambi City. The sample consisted of 79 respondents. The sampling technique is proportional sampling. The data analysis used is univariate and bivariate analysis using the Chi-Square statistical test.
The research results showed a relationship between eating patterns and the incidence of overweight in adolescents (0.000), and the relationship between physical activity and the incidence of overweight in adolescents (0.020).
The conclusion is that there is a relationship between eating patterns and physical activity with the incidence of overweight in adolescents at SMAN 8 Jambi City.
SCAN-TO-BIM method and analysis of measurement accuracy on the example of a historic church
Authors: LEŚNIAK Agnieszka , SKRZYPCZAK Izabela , KRUSZKA Leopold
Published: December 2023

Building information modeling (BIM) data for existing buildings based on scans and point clouds acquired from terrestrial laser scanning (TLS) is the basis of the Scan-to-BIM methodology and is becoming common practice. However, work on the accuracy of the resulting model is still desired. The article discusses the possibility of developing a BIM model of a historical building, based on data obtained by terrestrial laser scanning. The subject of the study was the church in Posada Rybotycka (Poland). The mapping reliability studies included PointCab and ReCap point cloud processing, 3D modeling of the object using Revit software, and analysis of the accuracy of distance measurements made by TLS with data obtained from measurements made with traditional methods: total station and laser rangefinder. Based on the conducted research, the possibility of using the BIM with TLS data in the process of reconstructing the geometry of a historic building was evaluated. The results of the study showed that the convergence of the 3D model geometry with the actual course of the structure depends on the development methodology, i.e. the accuracy of 3D data acquisition, the registration process, the filtering procedure, or the parametric structural modeling method used.
Modeling of chloride-induced corrosion in concrete bridge using the simplified and full probabilistic methods
Authors: SKRZYPCZAK Izabela , HALICKA Anna , SŁOWIK Marta
Published: December 2023

Concrete and reinforced concrete structures are subjected to chloride corrosion, which can shorten their service life and safety of use.  Reliability and safety prediction of concrete structures is a crucial task for optimizing their life cycle design and maintenance and for minimizing their life cycle costs. In the paper a probabilistic analysis of concrete durability in structural members is presented. Two methods: simplified-probabilistic and full-probabilistic have been applied for modelling chloride-induced corrosion in concrete structures. The uncertainty of the key parameters including surface chloride concentration, chloride threshold, cover depth and diffusion coefficient, which govern the chloride ingress into concrete and corrosion of reinforcing steel have been analyzed. A case study of a reinforced concrete bridge has been used to illustrate the capability and efficiency of these probabilistic methods in modeling the uncertainty and predicting the time-dependent probability of corrosion. FREeT-D and ProCAAT software have been used for the analysis.
Model Pengelolaan Agropark Berbasis Green Economy
Authors: Agustina Putri
Published: December 2023

Increasing national economic resilience is an important part in facing global competition which can have both positive and negative impacts. The existence of a green economy concept is expected to be able to become an economic system that provides efficient value, is environment riendly and is able to reduce the impact of climate change in the long term. The aim is to analyze what aspects can be implemented in a green economy model. Agropark Mabda Islam is one of the tourist attractions in Kp. Pasir Gede, Nyalindung Village, Nyalindung District, Sukabumi Regency. The type of data that were sed in this research is primary data. Primary data is data that will be obtained from the results of interviews and direct observations made to the managers of Agropark Mabda Islam. Agropark Mabda Islam has been able to implement a green economy model. All aspects have been fulfilled (economic, environmental, and social) Green economy can be done in various ways, including being able to carry out sustainable management which aims to create a green economy in the Mabda Islam Agropark, there are three sectors of agriculture, agriculture, and fisheries. These three sectors can help improve the welfare of the people in the area, especially the Nyalindung village, so that later they will be able to realize an economic system that is compatible with environment friendly sustainable agriculture.
The Future of Return of the African Artefacts: A Review of African Union (AU) Vision 2063 on Africa with a Strong Cultural Identity Common Heritage, Values and Ethics
Authors: Ogutu Wanyama
Published: December 2023

The successful return of African artefacts was absolutely echoed by the later Zairian President, Kukugbedu Zambanga Seseseko Mobuto, at the United Nations in New York. The parliaments' legislation, enactment of the national laws, and mutual agreement treaties in the joint International Council of Museums (ICOM) were implemented at a slow pace across Africa. The paper reviews discourse on "Africa with a Strong Cultural Identity Common Heritage, Values and Ethics" since unveiling the African Union (AU) Vision 2063 in the year 2021. It aims to unravel some issues that affect the return of African artefacts and its way forward. The paper has employed qualitative research design and historical methodologies. It has explored the desktop research framework by reviewing related literature on the restitution or return of African artefacts and formulation of the Africa Union's Vision 2063. The paper has analysed the experts' voices, reviewed relayed literature, and formulated government policies on the return of African art. It has randomly looked at some of the few African countries, such as the Federal Government of Nigeria, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and the Republic of Kenya, among others, as examples. The paper is cognisant that the artefacts that were returned and preserved at various local sites of Kenya and African Heritage Houses such as the Murumbi Collection, Koitalel Arap Samoei Museum, and Alan Donovan House of Heritage. It applauds the candid documentation done by the African governments through social media on African culture, arts, and heritage in modern times. The paper concludes by alluding that African leaders should champion the bringing back of remaining African artefacts still held in other countries
Improved UV-Visible Spectrophotometric Analytical Method Development and Validation for Precise, Efficient and Selective Quantification of Atorvastatin Calcium in Bulk Form
Authors: Bagade Om M , Doke Priyanka , Dhole Shashikant N , Chaudhari Praveen D
Published: December 2023

Introduction: The quantification of atorvastatin calcium in bulk form has been created using an Ultra Violet (UV) Spectrophotometric technique. 
Objective: In the present study, a novel UV-spectroscopic method for calcium quantification of atorvastatin in bulk form was developed and validated.
Method: Various ratios of methanol and distilled water were investigated during the development of the analytical procedure; nevertheless it was found that the drug/actives was soluble in methanol: water (50:50). Scanning in the 200-400 nm range revealed that the detection wavelength (max) with 10 μg/ml was 246 nm. 
Result: According to the validation results, excipients in the pharmaceutical dosage form had no impact on the analysis. The average content percentages were 97.95±1.66 per cent and 98.42±0.91 per cent, respectively. The percentage Assay determination of the marketed pill was 99.340.3361%. The recovery percentages were 99.94±0.076 per cent and 99.98±0.079 per cent, respectively. Furthermore, robustness was discovered to be 99.76±0.367 per cent to 98.88±0.305 per cent.
Conclusion: The method was evaluated for analytical solution stability, specificity, linearity, accuracy, range, precision, repeatability, and robustness. Statistics and specificity studies were used to validate the investigation's findings. This investigation demonstrated the method's applicability for routine atorvastatin calcium estimation in tablet and bulk dosage forms.
Innovative Approach of Spectral Efficiency Optimization over Various Pilot Reuse Factors
Authors: Patel Nirav , Patel Vijay
Published: December 2023

The Massive MIMO with TDD is breakthrough technology for spectral efficiency gains. The CSI is essential for spectral efficiency gains and CSI can be obtained by channel estimation methods. The channel estimation methods employ known pilot s sequences to estimate the channel before actual data transmission. However, the channel coherence is time and frequency limited, which reflects the trade-off between the resources available for pilots and those available for data in coherent block for transmission. The pilot sequences reuse in other cells can reduce pilot overhead, called pilot reuse. However potential interference is introduced, by pilot reuse, in the channel estimation phase, called pilot contamination. The aim is to determine optimum pilot reuse factor for better SE using low computational complexity estimation method. The sum averaged SE has been obtained for pilot reuse factor 1, 2, 4, 8 and 16 using MMSE, EW-MMSE and LS channel estimation methods. The obtained results reveals that the difference between values of SEs for f=1 to f=2 to f=4 is very low and performance difference between estimators decreases as pilot reuse factor increases, which allows to use LS estimator to get performance almost equal to MMSE with less computational complexity. Also, the pilot reuse factor f=4 found optimum among all for given constraint.