bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Nivel de actividad física en estudiantes universitarios: un estudio comparativo España-Chile (Physical activity level in university students: a Spain-Chile comparative study)
Authors: Moral Moreno Luis , Flores Ferro Elizabeth , Maureira Cid Fernando
Published: April 2024

El estudio, de corte transversal, cuantitativo, observacional y comparativo, examinó los niveles de actividad física (AF) entre estudiantes universitarios de España y Chile en postpandemia, así como su correlación con variables individuales, sociales y culturales. Un total de 320 estudiantes (163 chilenos y 157 españoles; 21.9±2.6 años; 49.1% mujeres) completaron el cuestionario online utilizado siendo categorizados según los niveles de AF definidos por la Organización Mundial de la Salud (OMS) a partir de los resultados del IPAQ. Los hallazgos revelan que más del 90% de los estudiantes cumplen con las recomendaciones de AF de la OMS, con una mayor adhesión en hombres y en la muestra chilena. Además, se observa que una proporción significativamente mayor de estudiantes chilenos reportaron haber incrementado su AF tras la pandemia en comparación con los españoles. Asimismo, se identificó que los participantes chilenos, con un índice de masa corporal más elevado y un NSE más bajo que sus contrapartes españolas, exhiben mayores niveles de AF. A pesar de las limitaciones, el estudio ofrece una visión comprensiva de la AF entre estudiantes universitarios en los contextos español y chileno, destacando áreas de intervención para fomentar hábitos saludables en grupos vulnerables.
Palabras clave: postpandemia de COVID-19, recomendaciones OMS, factores individuales, sociales y culturales.
Abstract. The present study, a cross-sectional, quantitative, observational, and comparative examination, explored post-pandemic levels of physical activity (PA) among university students in Spain and Chile, as well as the influence of individual, social, and cultural variables. A total of 320 students (163 Chilean and 157 Spanish; aged 21.9±2.6 years; 49.1% female) completed the online questionnaire used and were categorized according to PA levels defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) based on the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) results. Findings reveal that over 90% of students meet WHO PA recommendations, with higher adherence among males and in the Chilean sample. Additionally, a significantly greater proportion of Chilean students reported increasing their PA post-pandemic compared to Spanish students. Furthermore, it was identified that Chilean participants, with a higher body mass index and lower socioeconomic status (SES) than their Spanish counterparts, exhibit higher levels of PA. Despite the limitations, the study provides a comprehensive view of PA among university students in Spanish and Chilean contexts, highlighting areas for intervention to promote healthy habits in vulnerable groups.
Keywords: COVID-19 post-pandemic, WHO recommendations, individual, social, and cultural factors.
Effect of the Aquatic Program on Strength and Indicators of Sarcopenia in Elderly
Authors: Aboarrage junior Antonio Michel , Rodrigues Scartoni Fabiana , Fernandes Machado Alexandre , Sales Bocalini Danilo , Giovanetti Yazigi Flavia
Published: April 2024

The present study investigated the effect of implementing the Hidrotreinamento® aquatic program on strength and sarcopenia indicators in older people who have already practiced aquatic exercises. Methods: 51 Volunteers were organized into two groups. The experimental Hidrotreinamento® (HTG) followed a new periodized program with controlled load progression, and the Aquatic Exercise Community (AEC) control group maintained the community aquatic program they had previously carried out, a non-periodized program without controlled load progression. Both groups were subjected to the same battery of tests at the baseline and after 16 weeks of the aquatic program. Handgrip, Time Up and Go (TUG), Chair Stand Test (CST), Chair Sit and Reach Test (CSRT), Back Scratch Test (BST), body composition, and the questionnaires SARC-F and IPAQ. ANCOVA was used to compare differences between groups. Results: A significant correlation was found between age and Sarc-F (p > 0.05), age and TUG (p > 0.05), BMI and TUG (p > 0.05), BMI and Handgrip (p > 0.05), Fat mass and all strength variables (p > 0.05) and between IPAQ sitting time and handgrip (p > 0.05). Regarding physical tests, a significant group effect was found for handgrip and the BST (p > 0.05). Relative results for changes within each group HTG and AEC, respectively, after the aquatic program were: handgrip (11.75%; 0.04%); TUG (117.2%; 12.06%); CST (21.6%; 2.96%); BSTR (21.7%; 2.5%); BSTL (12.2%; 13.6); CSRTR (6.6%; 2%); CSRTL (1.9%; 1.2%) Conclusion: The Hidrotreinamento® aquatic program appears to be effective in combating sarcopenia and increasing strength in older adults.
Keywords: Muscle strength, older adults, sarcopenia, physical fitness, aging.
Both High-Intensity Interval and Moderate-Intensity Continuous Training Decrease Fetuin-A Levels in High Fat Diet Fed Male Rats
Authors: Dewi Citranggana Prajnya , Qurnianingsih Ema , Lukitasari Lina , Setiawan Hayuris Kinandita , Othman Zulhabri , Herawati Lilik
Published: April 2024

Background: Fetuin-A is a hepatokine that increases in obesity, and a high-fat diet (HFD) contributes to this condition. Obesity is characterized by increased body mass index (BMI) and is correlated to insulin resistance. This study aims to analyze the difference between High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) and Moderate-Intensity Continuous Training (MICT) on fetuin-A, insulin, fasting blood glucose (FBG) levels, and BMI in HFD-fed rats. Methods: Twenty-four male Wistar rats were divided into four groups: CD (standard diet), HFD (HFD only), HFD-IT (HFD and HIIT), and HFD-CT (HFD and MICT). HFD consisted of a standard diet with an additional 2 mL/200-gram body weight of lard oil daily. In the HFD-IT group, swimming was performed with a 9% body weight load with short duration and intermittent rest periods, while the HFD-CT group was given a 6% body weight load and continuous swimming. Swimming was conducted five days a week for four weeks. Fetuin-A and insulin levels were measured using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) method, and FBG levels were measured using a glucometer. Results: Fetuin-A levels were significantly lower in the HFD-IT and HFD-CT groups compared to the HFD group (p<0.05). The HFD-CT group had a significant decrease in FBG levels (p<0.05), but the HFD-IT group did not. There were no differences in BMI and insulin levels between groups after four weeks of treatment (p>0.05). Conclusion: HIIT and MICT have similar effectiveness in reducing fetuin-A levels. In addition, MICT also managed to reduce FBG levels.
Keywords: interval training, continuous training, high-fat diet, fetuin-A, insulin, healthy lifestyle.
La construcción de la imagen corporal y los videojuegos en red (Body image development and online videogames)
Authors: Muros Ruíz Beatriz , López de la Varga Sergio , Navia Manzano José Antonio
Published: April 2024

El objetivo de este estudio fue conocer cómo influyen los juegos en red en el desarrollo de la imagen corporal en adolescentes. Se utilizó para ello una metodología de estudio de caso múltiple, analizando los significados que tres jóvenes con distinto origen cultural asignan a sus experiencias colectivas en el uso de los videojuegos en línea con un alto componente físico. Los resultados de las entrevistas muestran grandes diferencias entre los participantes en cuanto al acceso y práctica de videojuegos (deportivos), la práctica de deporte y la influencia entre estos juegos y su vivencia corporal. Mientras que los chicos (participantes 1 y 3) juegan mucho a videojuegos online deportivos, eligen avatares atléticos y practican deporte para lograr su cuerpo ideal, la participante 2 tiene restringido el acceso a los videojuegos, no practica deporte y se centra más en un plano más emotivo de vivencia corporal. La discusión la centramos en la conexión entre las experiencias vividas on-line y las actitudes y respuestas frente a la vida real. Tal binomio condiciona las conductas en relación con su percepción de la imagen corporal.
Palabras clave: Imagen corporal; adolescencia; juegos en red; desarrollo físico; conductas.
Abstract. The aim of the of this study was to know the influence of online videogames in the construction of the body image among adolescents. For this study, multiple case study methodology has been used, analyzing the meanings that three young people assigned to their collective experiences in the use of online videogames with high physical component. Results from the interviews showed clear differences among participants in term of access and game time of (sport) videogames, sport activities and the influence of the videogames in the embodiment. Whilst the boys (participants 1 and 3) employed a considerable amount of time to online videogames, they choose athletic avatars and practices sports in order to achieve an ideal body shape, participant 2 (girl) showed a restricted use of videogames, she do not practice any sport and focus her embodiment in a more emotive aspect. Connection between the experiences lived on-line and the decision making in the game is discussed. This duality makes conditional in such experiences, which lead to behaviors in relation to their perception of the corporal image.
Keywords: Corporal image; adolescence; internet games; physical development; behaviors.
Proses Shooting Pembuatan Film “Sabda Rindu” Sebagai Asisten Produser Pada Tim Produksi
Authors: Fernanda Kurnia , Edlina Ria
Published: April 2024

Film is a part of communication that utilizes technology in several tools such as color and sound which are recommended to convey messages through moving images. In the production process, a short film must go through stages, namely pre-production, production and post-production for the film Sabda Rindu. The process results from those obtained at the pre-production stage, at the production stage the director conducts research to look for ideas for the film to be produced with the team to carry out planning both in determining production time, talent casting, contracts, permits, correspondence and logistics. At the production stage, namely the implementation of shooting, the director and the team work together, where working together here is how individuals can do their work optimally, functionally, well and professionally to realize what is planned in the script into an arrangement of words which then create a picture that tells a story. The post-production stage is recording or rearranging all shooting results based on shooting notes and images. And also the code numbers in the production in the form of digits, frames, seconds, minutes and hours that appear on the image and the results of each shoot are recorded. If anything needs to be added or edited again, revisions will be made as desired until the results are satisfactory.
Analisis Proses Komunikasi POLRESTA Padang dalam Upaya Pencegahan PUNGLI di Pantai Padang Untuk Meningkatkan Transparansi Pelayanan Publik
Authors: Oktaviardi Nadia , Eriend Dion
Published: April 2024

The Communication Process is a set of rules and stages in conveying information so that the message meets the target. Communication is one of the most important efforts in making policies and regulations as well as efforts to prevent illegal levies that occur on Padang Beach. The prevention efforts carried out by the Padang POLRESTA in dealing with cases of illegal levies (PUNGLI) which continuously occur along the Padang coast are a rule and a form of method or policy that is carried out to direct energy and thoughts to achieve a goal. The case of illegal levies has been one of the cases that has been quite difficult to handle from the past until now, this is because there have not been any witnesses who can incriminate the perpetrator enough to feel the deterrent effect of the act committed. In this prevention effort, the Padang POLRESTA is the main person responsible for the Padang City Government, assisted by the Satpol PP when there are field raid activities. Efforts were made such as raising awareness about the prohibition of illegal levies (PUNGLI) both in print and online media and also carried out directly by car using TOA as a loudspeaker to inform about the prohibition of illegal levies (PUNGLI). This direct appeal was made along the Padang coast because apart from providing information on the prohibition of illegal levies (PUNGLI), it also educated the public. The research method used in this research is qualitative with a descriptive approach and uses Joseph Devito's theory. The results of this research are to see how the communication process is carried out by the Padang POLRESTA in an effort to prevent extortion cases that occur on Padang Beach to increase the transparency of public services.
Upaya Komunikasi Bhabinkamtibmas Kelurahan Limau Manis Kota Padang Dalam Pembinaan Peraturan Lalu Lintas Di Sma Negeri 15 Padang
Authors: Rayskia Muhammad Iqbal , Edlina Ria
Published: April 2024

This study aims to explore the communication efforts carried out by Bhabinkamtibmas in Limau Manis Sub-district, Padang City, in fostering traffic regulations at 15 Senior High School State of Padang City. This study uses a qualitative method to understand the approaches used by Bhabinkamtibmas in fostering traffic regulations among students. The Theory that will be used is the Communication Campaign Components Model. The research findings show that Bhabinkamtibmas in Limau Manis implements three efforts in fostering traffic regulations, namely preventive, persuasive, and repressive. During the fostering activities at 15 Senior High School State of Padang City, Bhabinkamtibmas in Limau Manis delivers important messages to students, such as the importance of wearing helmets, using rearview mirrors, having non-noisy exhaust pipes, and not riding with more than two people. The fostering activities conducted by Bhabinkamtibmas have proven to be quite effective with changes in students' behavior and good cooperation between the school and Bhabinkamtibmas. (Times New Roman 9, single spaced and italicized), up to 1 page.
Analisis Penggunaan Clickbait pada Judul Berita Media Online Tribun Padang
Authors: Putri Maisa , Eriend Dion
Published: April 2024

The purpose of the study was to determine the use of clickbait in news titles in Tribun Padang's online media without violating the journalistic code of ethics but being able to attract audiences to read the news presented by Tribun Padang's online media. The data is in the form of title sentences that publish certain criteria that are appropriate to the reasearch problem. This reasearch uses mass communication theory. The research method uses descriptive qualitative research with a case study type of research. Data was collected by interviewing sources. Data analysis uses collection, data reduction, data presentation, verification and drawing conclusions. The results of this research show that in general the use of clickbait titles is wideley uses on the subjects of celebrities, lifestyle, entertainment, health and others. The use of clickbait provides benefits to the media throughtthe number of visitor or reader traffic. The reader’s response is positive because it matches the reader’s expectations when clicking on the news title that uses the clickbait. The main purpose of using clickbait titles is to increase reader visits.
Upaya Komunikasi Angel Perias Wajah Dalam Promosi Melalui Media Sosial
Authors: Revolver Angeline , Edlina Ria
Published: April 2024

This final report was written to find out the communication efforts of makeup artists in Instagram social media promotions. In business, communication usually requires effective communication, one of which is promotion to face competition in selling products/services in order to create success in achieving business goals. Angel Makeup is a business operating in the field of make-up services which is domiciled in the city of Padang. Angel makeup artist provides women's makeup services, with various types of makeup looks to suit consumer needs. Therefore, in writing this final assignment, the researcher describes how Angel makes up her efforts in using Instagram social media as a means of promotion for the community, especially in the city of Padang. Makeup is one way to beautify yourself. Makeup is a market that has a high level of competition, this can be seen from the many types of makeup products that are produced domestically and imported from abroad. The high public interest in makeup has become a reference for other people to become a business field, and not just a product business, but makeup can also be a service business, one of which is a makeup artist. In 2016, a survey proved that there were 6000 MUA (Makeup Artists), and in 2021 there were more than 10,000 beauty service providers including makeup services in 35 cities in Indonesia.
Screen Time and Psychosocial Health Conditions Amongst University Students
Authors: Alshareh Hamza , Waseem Asad , Sreedharan Jayadevan , Parmoodeh Ameneh , Ali Sarah
Published: April 2024

Abstract

University students, predominantly young adults, spend vast periods of the day utilizing technology and looking at screens to complete assignments, study and relax. These students also commonly complain of several mental health disorders. The aim of this study is to determine how neurological stress, such as anxiety, depression and more, affects average screen time and to assess the weekly fluctuations in neurological stress and their influence on screen use. Additional factors (gender, quality of sleep, alcohol, etc.) were also considered with regards to their relation to screen time. The data collection was conducted in 2022, targeting university students of ages 18-24 in Ajman, UAE, via a self-administered questionnaire. 425 responses were collected and crosstabulation, using the Chi square test (p <0.05), was performed to assess statistical significance. Significant statistical association was found between depression and other psychological states (mood swings, insomnia, addictive tendencies) with screen time during the week and weekend. No other associations were identified. Overall, this study affirms the relation between negative mental health and its effects on the average user screen time amongst university students in Ajman. Additional studies are needed to clarify what specific contents and types of screens are more impactful on mental health.

JEL classification numbers: I12, I19.
Keywords: Screen time, Depression, Stress, University Students.
Energy and Economic Growth Nexus: A Long-run Relationship in Indonesia
Authors:   Department of Business Economics, Universitas Prasetiya Mulya, Darrian Kelvan , Scholastica Patricia ,   Department of Business Economics, Universitas Prasetiya Mulya, Kadarusman Yohanes B. ,   Department of Business Economics, Universitas Prasetiya Mulya, Rafitrandi Dandy ,   Department of Economics, Centre for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS)
Published: April 2024

Energy plays an important role in economic growth in which it affects total factor productivity (TFP). Energy conservation efforts to address global climate change may adversely affect economic growth, particularly in the long run. This study analyses the short- and long-run relationship between energy consumption (both non-renewable (NREC) and renewable (REC)) and economic growth in Indonesia within the period of 1985 to 2019. Using the vector-error correction model (VECM), the paper discovered a short-run unidirectional causality from NREC and REC to economic growth. Economic growth in Indonesia is dependent on energy consumption. The finding proves the growth hypothesis in the energy and economic growth nexus (EGN). In the long run, only NREC has a unidirectional causality to economic growth, while REC is independent. REC supports the neutrality hypothesis rather than the growth hypothesis. The neutrality of REC in promoting economic growth in the long run indicates that Indonesia remains highly dependent on NREC to generate economic growth. Consequently, lowering NREC will adversely affect economic growth both in the short and long run. Nevertheless, Indonesia has signed a commitment to reduce carbon emissions vis a vis NREC in the context of climate change. The findings suggest that Indonesia should conduct energy transition toward REC, while conserving NREC in addition to accumulating physical and human capital to sustain high economic growth in the long run.
Evaluation of Chemotherapy-Related Mania in Cancer Patients
Authors: İNCİ FATİH , İNCİ HABİBE
Published: April 2024

Objective: This study aims to evaluate chemotherapy-related mania in cancer patients. Methods: The mania status of 153 cancer patients who received chemotherapy was compared by applying the Young Mania Rating Scale before starting chemotherapy and after one session of the chemotherapy regimen. Results: When the mania total scores before and after treatment were compared according to the chemotherapeutic agents, it was seen that the post-treatment mania total scores increased in those using Fluorouracil-Folinic Acid-Oxaliplatin (Folfox) (p=0.014) and paclitaxel (p=0.036) chemotherapy regimens. In 8 (5.2%) patients who received the Folfox regimen, the mild mania score exceeded 20 points. Conclusions: Although the blood-brain barrier protects the central nervous system from the toxicity of many drugs, it is known that the stress of cancer diagnosis and some chemotherapeutics used in treatment cause disorders such as acute confusion, depression, and mania. In our study, as in case-based publications in the literature, a statistically significant increase in the total mania score was found in the Folfox regimen due to 5-fluorouracil's ability to cross the blood-brain barrier easily. According to published case reports in the literature, the possibility of mania symptoms appearing in the second, third, and sometimes subsequent sessions should be taken into consideration due to cumulative or delayed side effects of the drugs
Hipertansiyon Tanılı Hastalarda Trigliserit/Glukoz İndeksinin İnsülin Direncini Belirlemede Rolü
Authors: YILDIZ MUHAMMED , İNCİ HABİBE , KORKUT BURCU , KALEM PINAR , ERTINMAZ ÖZKAN AYŞEGÜL
Published: April 2024

Amaç: Bu çalışmada; kan insülin düzeyine bakılamayan merkezlerde özellikle birinci basamakta takip edilen hipertansiyon (HT) hastalarında insülin direncini tespit etmede Trigliserit-Glukoz İndeksinin (TyG) rolünün belirlenmesi amaçlandı. Gereç ve Yöntem: Bu çalışma kesitsel özelliktedir. Ocak 2020-Ocak 2022 tarihleri arasında üniversite hastanesi iç hastalıkları polikliniklerine başvurmuş, 18-65 yaş arasındaki 458 kişi ile çalışma yapıldı. Bireylerin 285’ i hasta grubunu, 173’ ü kontrol grubunu oluşturdu. Hipertansiyon dışında kronik hastalık tanısı alan ve insülin direnci nedeniyle medikal tedavi alan katılımcılar çalışma dışı bırakıldı. Bireylerin sosyodemografik özellikleri, açlık kan şekeri, trigliserit (TG), alanin aminotransferaz testi (ALT), aspartat aminotransferaz testi (AST), kreatinin, glikozillenmiş hemoglobin (HbA1c), insülin ve tiroit stimülan hormon (TSH) değerleri ile antropometrik ölçümleri hastane otomasyon sisteminden alındı. Bulgular: Çalışmada 285/kişi HT hastasının yaş ortalaması; 52,82±12,60, 173/kişi kontrol grubunun 50,65±13,04’tü. HT hasta grubunun %60,4’ü, kontrol grubunun %59,5’i kadındı. HOMA-IR değeri ≥2,5 olan HT hastalarında TyG değeri için kesim noktası ≥4,78 olarak saptanmış olup duyarlılık %69,1, özgüllük %74,7, ROC eğrisi altındaki alan ± standart hata (AUC±SE)= 0,759±0,030 (p<0,001) olarak bulundu. Yapılan tek değişkenli regresyon analizlerinde TyG değerindeki 1 birimlik artışın hipertansiyon riskini 7,21 kat arttırdığı ve bu artışın istatistiksel olarak anlamlı olduğu tespit edildi (p<0,001). Sonuç: Bu çalışmada TyG indeksinin hipertansiyon tanısı almış hastalarda prognozu etkileyecek bir parametre olarak insülin direncini hesaplamada kullanılabileceği saptandı. Çalışma TyG’nin özellikle aile sağlığı merkezlerinde HOMA-IR’ye alternatif olarak kullanılabileceğine dikkat çeken önemli bir araştırmadır.
Avrupa Meme Görüntüleme Diploması Çoktan Seçmeli Örnek Soruları: Büyük Dil Modellerinin Yeteneklerinin Değerlendirilmesi
Authors: beşler muhammed said
Published: April 2024

Dear editor,
In pursuit of a fresh outlook, my objective was to gauge the abilities of a multimodal large language model (LLM) against sample questions from the European Diploma in Breast Imaging (EDBI) test, an initiative by the European Society of Breast Imaging.
Large language models are pushing the potential in radiology, from interpreting text and medical images to generating reports (Bhayana, 2024). Generative Pre-trained Transformer 4 (GPT-4) has notably passed a national mammography board exam with clarity (Almeida et al, 2024). As the latest version among multimodal LLM types, GPT-4 is capable of answering questions requiring both lower-order and higher-order thinking. Three written sample questions, where multiple choices could be correct, were evaluated. It was noted that there was no negative marking for incorrect answers (https://www.eusobi.org/european-diploma-in-breast-imaging-edbi/). The scoring system was adapted from the European Diploma in Radiology scoring guidelines (https://www.myebr.org/edir-scoring-faqs). Data was obtained from Google Gemini, GPT-3.5, and GPT-4 in March 2024. When assigning a value of 1 point to each question, GPT-4 reached an accuracy of 78%, GPT-3.5 achieved 50%, and Google Gemini scored 22.2%. This notable success in the sample questions from the EDBI particularly emphasizes GPT-4's potential in aiding clinical decision-making. Future studies may assess its performance in questions requiring medical image analysis, such as mammography, breast ultrasound, or breast magnetic resonance imaging.
Strategi Pemasaran dan Inovasi Produk dalam Keberlanjutan Bisnis: Studi Kasus UMKM di Masa Pandemi
Authors: Inayah Fikamalina Aghisyna Dwi , Puspitayani Dhea Fitri , Mei Shella Devira Elsa , Nugroho Rusdi Hidayat , Ikaningtyas Maharani
Published: April 2024

Marketing and innovation strategies are the key to success inining a business, success determined by victory in the face of competition using established strategies to innovate with their business. Innovation in UMKM can be seen through three dimensions: process innovation, product innovation, and management system innovation. In this case product innovation becomes the most important part to improve UMKM performance. In its implementation, paying attention to the ideal time and how to innovate is an important thing when the entrepreneur will implement the necessary marketing strategy. Marketing startups and product innovations are the key to success inining a business, success is determined by victory in the face of competition using established strategies to innovate with the business. In the implementation of marketing strategies as well as product innovation should pay attention to the ideal time and how things innovate is important when the entrepreneur will implement the necessary marketing strategy. keywords : strategy UMKM, marketing, inovation
Role of Non-Coding RNAs in Gene Regulation in Brazil
Authors: Laula Joyce
Published: April 2024

Purpose: The aim of the study was to examine the role of non-coding RNAs in gene regulation in Brazil
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: The study found that non-coding RNAs (ncRNAs) play diverse and pivotal roles in gene regulation across various biological processes. From microRNAs (miRNAs) and long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) to circular RNAs (circRNAs) and transfer RNA-derived fragments (tRFs), ncRNAs participate in fine-tuning gene expression at multiple levels, including transcriptional and post-transcriptional regulation. These molecules act as crucial regulators of cellular homeostasis, development and disease pathogenesis.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Central dogma of molecular biology & competitive endogenous rna (cerna) hypothesis may be used to anchor future studies on role of non-coding RNAs in gene regulation in Brazil. Leveraging the dysregulated expression of non-coding RNAs as diagnostic and prognostic biomarkers will facilitate the development of personalized therapeutic strategies. By targeting specific non-coding RNAs associated with disease states, clinicians can tailor treatment regimens to individual patients, improving efficacy and minimizing adverse effects. Policymakers should prioritize funding for non-coding RNA research, recognizing its significance in advancing biomedical knowledge and improving healthcare outcomes. Educational institutions and professional organizations should incorporate non-coding RNA biology into undergraduate and graduate curricula, as well as continuing education programs for healthcare professionals.
Antibiotic Resistance Mechanisms and Strategies for Combating Resistance in Germany
Authors: Carl Felix
Published: April 2024

Purpose: The aim of the study was to explore antibiotic resistance mechanisms and strategies for combating resistance in Germany
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: antibiotic resistance represents a complex and evolving challenge to public health in Germany. Mechanisms such as efflux pumps, mobile genetic elements, and enzymatic degradation contribute to the resilience of bacteria against antibiotics. However, strategic interventions have been identified to combat resistance effectively. Exploration of alternative therapies like bacteriophage therapy offers promising avenues for addressing antibiotic-resistant infections, especially in light of increasing resistance rates.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Evolutionary theory of antibiotic resistance & Game Theory in Antibiotic Stewardship may be used to anchor future studies on antibiotic resistance mechanisms and strategies for combating resistance in Germany. Implement antimicrobial stewardship programs across healthcare settings to optimize antibiotic use. These programs should involve prescriber education, antibiotic guidelines, and regular audits to promote appropriate prescribing practices and minimize unnecessary antibiotic exposure. Prioritize infection prevention measures, including hand hygiene, environmental cleaning, and infection control protocols, to reduce the spread of resistant pathogens within healthcare facilities and communities. Enact policies to regulate the use of antibiotics in human health, veterinary medicine, and agriculture. This includes restrictions on antibiotic use in food production, bans on over-the-counter antibiotic sales, and incentives for the development of new antibiotics.
Beethoven, Springsteen and the Music of Despair
Authors:   Department of Primary Care and Mental Health, University of Liverpool, UK, Dowrick Christopher
Published: April 2024

Using Ludwig van Beethoven and Bruce Springsteen as case studies, I argue that through a process of catharsis music can simultaneously express and transform severe psychosocial disability. Both musicians experienced an existential crisis around the age of 32, when already launched on successful musical careers. As well as providing written testaments to their distress, both expressed it in their contemporary musical compositions: La Malinconia and The Tempest; Born to Run, Darkness on the Edge of Town and Dancing in the Dark. Both were experiencing fundamental problems of identity: Beethoven’s anguish was precipitated by his encroaching deafness and its effect on his future abilities; Springsteen’s by his growing sense of alienation from his cultural base. Both had strong factors predisposing them to depression, centred around longstanding difficult relationships with their fathers, rendering them angry at the world and themselves. But for both, music was a means of sublimation, of channelling their aggression and their despair, of finding purpose beyond the self. Beethoven’s belief in his mission to express the full range of his art to the world gave him the strength to continue, while for Springsteen the key was a growing awareness of his mission to map the distance between the American dream and American reality. Both experienced further periods of turbulence later in life, but were able to use their musical outputs – for example La Cavatina and Long Time Comin’ - as forms of maintenance therapy. For their audiences, their music continues to provide powerful antidotes to despair.
Growth Trajectories among Toddlers in Rural Cambodia; Increased Risk for Severe Stunting in Poorer Communities
Authors:   Department of Public Health and Nursing, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Norway., Steinholt Margit , Xu Shanshan ,   Department of Global Public Health and Primary Care, University of Bergen, Norway., Ol Ha Sam ,   Trauma Care Foundation, Cambodia., Houy Chandy ,   Trauma Care Foundation, Cambodia., Odland Jon Øyvind ,   Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pretoria, South Africa, Odland Maria Lisa ,   Department of Public Health and Nursing, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Norway
Published: April 2024

Objectives: Previous studies of a Cambodian birth cohort showed significant differences in birth weight, ponderal index and head circumference between newborns from two rural communities. The differences were associated with maternal anthropometrics and socioeconomic background, and the smallest babies were born to the mothers from the poorest communities. To see if the differences persisted postnatally, we followed the birth cohort for 18 months to investigate the children’s physical growth and cognitive development.
Fordítható-e egy nemzeti trauma? A műfordító dilemmái a spanyol „emlékezet színháza” kapcsán
Authors:   Szegedi Tudományegyetem, KATONA Eszter
Published: April 2024

In recent years, I have translated eight Spanish contemporary dramas to Hungarian, all of them belonging to the theatre of memory movement (teatro de la memoria). During the translation process, I was confronted with the question of how a national trauma can be translated, transmitted, and “sold” in another language. The plays were a resounding success in their home country for all Spanish people are familiar with the two great national traumas of the 20th century: the Civil War and the Franco dictatorship. Spanish audiences have a visceral understanding of these texts: many have relatives who were murdered, buried in mass graves, imprisoned, or exiled. The interpretation of these plays by Spanish people is therefore supported and influenced not only by the historical and cultural knowledge they have learned in school but also by the emotional factors related to the past that they have personally experienced or inherited from their parents or grandparents. However, audiences of other nationalities who are situated outside the context that inspires the plays belonging to the theatre of memory do not have the same references and the same historical, social, and cultural knowledge as Spanish people. In this presentation, through the examples of eight plays translated to Hungarian, I would like to illustrate some of the dilemmas I have encountered in my translation work.
Traductibilitatea toponimelor. Problematica echivalenţei în traducerea toponimelor
Authors:   Alexandru Ioan Cuza Tudományegyetem, SALAMON Boróka-Emese
Published: April 2024

The aim of this paper is to treat the problem of traductibility of toponyms from the perspective of the possible equivalence between place names originally coined in Hungarian and their translation into Romanian. The linguistic corpus used for illustrating the methods and possibilities of translation contains the existent equivalents of toponyms in Transylvania, Romania. The study is based on exploring the possibilities of forming toponyms, both in source and target language, and their translations. Equivalence implies a correspondence between the two members of different sets, the source language and the target language; it is a relationship within which the terms considered to be equivalent are in a logical, semantic, and pragmatic correlation. However, this situation is not appliable in the case of toponyms, hence the interest in this particular domain of traductology. This paper intends to analyse the existent cases of equivalence regarding toponyms and the translation methods used to correspond the terms of source and target languages. To do so, we examine the toponyms from three perspectives: fully traductible, partially traductible, and untraductible ones. Apart from expecting interesting findings, one of the main objectives of this study is to fill a scientific void by creating an applicable precedent for upcoming similar studies in bi- or multilingual areas.
Profilul sociocultural şi lingvistic al unor zone bilingve din România: Harghita, Covasna şi Mureş
Authors:   Transilvania Tudományegyetem, SERE Andrea
Published: April 2024

The present study deals with certain sociocultural and linguistic aspects related to the counties of Harghita, Covasna, and Mureş. Several nationalities live in these counties, and in regions characterized by bilingualism there is a particular linguistic landscape, where speakers use structures from their mother tongue in the second language as well. Second language learning is a dynamic process, and the motivation underlying L2 acquisition is influenced by language learning biases. In general, the official language learning takes place implicitly, given the natural context of daily life. But for people from Harghita, Covasna, and some localities in Mureş County, where speakers rarely use Romanian, but also for students who use it only at school (3-4 hours/week), Romanian can be considered a foreign language. In this context, people who succeed in acquiring the language at a productive level use word-for-word translations from their mother tongue when communicating in Romanian. Socio-cultural contacts may reorganize the language system, thus interference, code switching, borrowings, and linguistic calques can be observed both in written and oral texts because the same person alternatively uses two languages – Hungarian and Romanian –, and linguistic interchanges among bilinguals may include elements of both spoken languages. Furthermore, certain extra-linguistic factors, such as ethnicity, race, social class, sex, or age play a major role in language and language contact research. At the same time, the effectiveness of successful interethnic communication also depends on the mutual knowledge of culture, traditions, and customs.
Automating ERP Applications for Taxation Compliance using Machine Learning at SAP Labs
Authors: Choppadandi Ashok , Kaur Jagbir , Chenchala Pradeep Kumar , Nakra Varun , Pandian Pandi Kirupa Kumari Gopalakrishna
Published: April 2024

Aim: The inspiration driving this study is to examine the feasibility benefits and challenges of automating ERP applications for charge consistence and to sort out the usage of gadgets in SAP research offices. Methods: Abstract discretionary investigation techniques, for instance, productive composing review content assessment effective examination and master conversation were used. Materials used consolidate educational records institutional disseminations context-oriented examinations and reports. Results: Key results recollect basic declines for work and taking care of time extended certain accuracy and consistency ordinary yearly money hold assets of $500000 and further created charge procedure consistence. Acknowledged issues integrate the complexity of merging quantifiable heterogeneity and stresses over algorithmic tendency. Conclusion: Planning gear fitness into ERP applications offers phenomenal potential for charge consistence by enabling relationship to achieve more essential adequacy accuracy and financial cost speculation reserves. Overseeing testing conditions requires strong legitimate plans and multidisciplinary joint effort. Future assessment should focus in on the flexibility and straightforwardness of electronic charge reporting courses of action.
Online Grading System
Authors: Concepcion Edelyn M. , Hugo Metzi , Soberano Kristine T.
Published: April 2024

Generally, the study aims to develop an Online Grading System that will promote awareness and transparency for the students, faculty, and school administrators to help improve the monitoring of the student’s grades. The purpose of this study is to address the need of school for a secure and fast system for Grading System. With the many students complaining about their grades, we have to come up with the idea for the students to save time. The system has a user- friendly interface, very straight forward and that makes it easy for the admin to navigate, despite the simple interface, we made sure to put all the important features in the system.
acoso sexual callejero en el marco jurídico Latinoamericano
Authors: Alca Gómez Américo , Lezama Reyes Nicole Antoinette
Published: April 2024

El acoso sexual callejero es una forma de interacción que ocurre en espacios públicos e implica una serie de comportamientos de connotación sexual, creando un ambiente hostil y generando repercusiones psicológicas. Estas conductas, que históricamente han sido normalizadas, representan una forma de violencia sexual arraigada en construcciones culturales de género. A pesar de los avances legales en algunos países de América Latina, como la tipificación de delitos de acoso sexual, el problema persiste en la sociedad, con cifras alarmantes de mujeres que han experimentado este tipo de violencia. Los esfuerzos por erradicar esta problemática son necesarios, pero la lucha continúa para lograr una sociedad más igualitaria y justa.
EFFECT OF CeO2 NANOPARTICLES ON THE STRUCTURAL AND OPTICAL PROPERTIES OF (SnO2:Pd) FILMS PREPARED BY PLD TECHNIQUE
Authors: MAHMOOD Ahmed Sh. , H.MOHAMMED Ghuson
Published: April 2024

In this paper, pure and doped (SnO2:Pd ) films with CeO2 nanoparticles prepared by PLD technique using a highly intense Nd:YAG laser beam at 600 mJ with a frequency of second radiation at 1064 nm (pulse width 9 ns) repeating frequency (6 Hz) for 400 laser pulses incident on the intended surface has been performed. The stabilized (SnO2:Pd) doped with cerium oxide were used for deposition of the thin films on glass with thickness 200nm±05. Films of SnO2:pd were prepared with different doping concentrations of CeO2(0, 0.05, 0.10,0.15,0.20 and 0.25) wt. The FTIR and UV-Visible spectrophotometer were employed to investigate the structural, and optical characteristics of the films, respectively. FTIR spectra of (SnO2:Pd)1-xCeO2x thin films show seven peaks were assigned at wavenumber range from 2869.73 cm-1 belong to stretching bond CH2 to 492.98 cm-1 belong to N-O which can be indicated by the vibrations mode .The optical results show that transmittance decreased drastically by increasing the doping ratio. In contrast with absorbance, it increased by increasing of the doping ratio of cerium oxide. The optical energy gap was found to change systematic sequence with increasing of CeO2 concentration. Also the optical constant with different CeO2 contents were determined..
HOLISTIC ORAL CARE FOR CRITICALLY ILL CHILDREN: KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICES OF INTENSIVE CARE UNIT NURSES
Authors: A. AL-SHAMMARI Moustafa , Obayes Radhi AL-QAYYIM Sura
Published: April 2024

Objective: This research aims to assess the knowledge, perceptions, practices, and education of pediatric critical care nurses regarding oral care for critically ill children. The study addresses the existing gap in evidence-based oral care in this population and emphasizes the importance of understanding these factors for the development of effective oral hygiene practices in pediatric critical care settings. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted between October 2022 and March 2023 in Babylon Governorate. Four hospitals located in Hillah City, Babylon Province, were selected as the study sites. The sample included nurses working in specific critical care units within these hospitals, with a total of 170 nursing personnel participating. Data collection involved the distribution of questionnaires to the nurses, and statistical analysis was performed using SPSS software. The study obtained the necessary administrative and ethical approvals for data collection. Results: The sample consisted of 170 intensive care unit nurses, selected through stratified sampling based on gender (105 female and 65 male). Recruitment for the study commenced in February 2023. The mean score for oral health knowledge was moderate (2.14), However, the oral care practice score was good (2.02). No significant differences were observed in comprehensive mouth care scores based on age and educational qualification. Nevertheless, a significant difference was found in the mean score for complete oral care between male and female nurses (18.37 vs. 17.85, p = 0.021). Moreover, knowledge and practice scores varied significantly based on years of experience. Conclusions: This study provides valuable insights into the knowledge, perceptions, and practices of intensive care unit nurses regarding oral care. Implementation of standardized oral care protocols, along with adequate resources and support, can contribute to enhancing comprehensive mouth care in intensive care units.
Dirphia avia (Lepidoptera: Saturniidae: Hemileucinae) asociada a Erythrina fusca (Fabales: Fabaceae): un nuevo registro en Boquete, Chiriquí, Panamá
Authors: Collantes - González Rubén Darío , Santos-Murgas Alonso , Jerkovic Maricsa , González José A.
Published: April 2024

La subfamilia Hemileucinae (Lepidoptera: Saturniidae), comprende especies cuyas larvas urticantes pueden afectar la salud de las personas, cuando sus espinas conectadas a glándulas de veneno entran en contacto con la piel (erucismo). Los géneros Lonomia, Hylesia, Dirphia y Automeris están presentes en Panamá y son de importancia médica. Recientemente en áreas verdes de Boquete, provincia de Chiriquí, se observó en el tronco y follaje de un árbol de palo santo o pito (Erythrina fusca), la presencia numerosa de larvas gregarias provistas de espinas, por lo que el propósito del presente estudio fue identificar la especie de larva urticante asociada a esta leguminosa. Para ello, se recolectaron muestras de follaje y siete larvas con ayuda de recipientes plásticos, evitando el contacto directo con las mismas. Los especímenes fueron pasados por agua caliente para luego depositarlos en etanol al 70% para su observación e identificación en el laboratorio, con ayuda de literatura especializada. De acuerdo con los resultados, la especie corresponde a Dirphia avia (Stoll, 1780), presente en Centro y Suramérica y con reportes previos en otras cuatro localidades del país. Sin embargo, este hallazgo representa un nuevo reporte para el distrito de Boquete, provincia de Chiriquí. En conclusión, la especie de larva urticante asociada a E. fusca en áreas verdes de Boquete corresponde a D. avia, por lo que se recomienda a las personas evitar el contacto directo con el insecto y de ocurrir algún accidente por erucismo acudir a atención médica.
Editorial
Authors: Piedimonte Fabián
Published: April 2024

Estimados colegas, lectores, amigos:Es muy grato para NeuroTarget cumplir su cuarto año de vida acercando en forma periódica e ininterrumpida la cantidad de números previstos desde su comienzo. Pero particularmente nos gratifica en forma plena la aceptación que hemos observado por parte de la comunidad médica latinoamericana.