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Reliability Analysis of Energy Networks
Authors: Rana Rachna , Bhambri Pankaj
Published: February 2025

This chapter tells about the reliability of energy networks is imperative for making sure a consistent and nonstop power make available across regions and facilitating the shift to renewable energy integration. This chapter gives a complete methodology for assessing and improving the dependability of energy networks, with an emphasis on power production, transmission and distribution. The main trustworthiness metrics, such as SAIDI and SAIFI, are talked about, as well as methodologies for estimating and forecasting network presentation in a diversity of state of affairs, including component failures, load variations, and severe weather events. Probabilistic methods, including as Monte Carlo simulations and fault-tree analysis, are used to simulate doubts and estimate the power of network redundancies and energy storage chances on system flexibility.
Aqua Mediated Multicomponent Synthesis of N, O-Heterocycles and Biological Activity of Fused Isoxazole Derivatives
Authors: Jaiswal Shalini
Published: February 2025

In the literature, several Drugs substituted with isoxazole ring shows various biological activities. The various drugs available in the market like sulfamethoxazole A, muscimol-B, ibotenic acid C, parecoxib-D, and leounomide contain the core structure of isoxazole. The use of water and phase transfer catalyst combined acted as a green attribute for the current approach. The current methodology has several benefits, such as a single-pot reaction, environmental friendliness, economic viability, wide substrate range, ease of operation, quick reaction time, simple workup process, and elevated yields. This chapter concentrates on the many antimicrobial characteristics of isoxazole derivatives, such as their analgesic, antitubercular, anticancer, and antibacterial qualities. We also report the synthesis of isoxazole derivatives using the aqua-mediated reaction of Chalcone hydroxylamine hydrochloride, and p-toluene sulfonic acid as catalyst.
The Integration of Green HRM
Authors: Iqbal Muhammad Nawaz
Published: February 2025

In this chapter, we center around another area alluded to as Green Human resource management (Green HRM) and accentuate its significance on employee recruitment and retention. The requirement for organization to be friendly to the ecosystem in their tasks has provoked this shift towards Green HRM as one of the major techniques for attracting and retaining comparative upsides of employees. The chapter delivers different elements of this concept, for example, approaches on eco-accommodating working environments, sustainable leadership approach that help green training and development programs, and improving knowledge among employees about the environment. Moreover, it brings up that these actions improve retention of employee, organizational responsibility, and job fulfillment levels. When integrated into the center technique of an organization, green human resource management makes a workforce that is committed and spurred in this way limiting turnover rates consequently making them reputable organizations, during unpredictable work economic situations.
Turkey's Energy Landscape
Authors: Çakaloğlu Mısra
Published: February 2025

Energy resources are the driving force of economic development for the sustainability of national economies. In order to ensure the access of countries to these resources and security of supply, geostrategic transition points and countries where energy transit routes are important are working intensively. In this direction, the optimal use of the energy economy of globalising economies can only be possible by enabling a sustainable environment. On the other hand, ensuring energy efficiency requires global transformation by increasing production and minimising costs. Technological advances, climate change, cyclical fluctuations in energy prices and issues related to supply security constitute the focal points of energy efficiency (Hardcastle & Waterman-Hoey, 2009: 39).
Featuring Wave and Tidal Energy Transformation With Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Urban Growth and Living
Authors: Singh Bhupinder
Published: February 2025

Harnessing raw energy from the sea for sustainable urban living, driven by Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML), through wave and tidal energy conversion could be a paradigm-shifting breakthrough. These renewable energy sources are able to utilize the non-stop movement of oceans and tides, which will work in decreasing carbon footprints for cities. Through AI and ML algorithms, the energy capture, storage, and distribution process is made way efficient by predicting patterns or enhancing grid integration. Together, these technologies provide fast online decisions, enhancing the dependability and scalability of wave and tidal energy units. AI-based solutions in waves and tidal energy conversion, therefore, can become a key signaling point to addressing an ever-increasing energy demand of most modern-day urban infrastructural platforms as well as a means by which forces for global climate change mitigation could consider their way toward providing smarter and greener futures for our urban communities.
Urbanization and Energy
Authors: Johri Shiva , Selvakumar P. , Satyanarayana Pamarthi , Das Abhijeet , Gupta Sandeep , Bhattacharya Sumanta
Published: February 2025

Urbanization and energy are intricately linked phenomena that shape the modern world. Urbanization, the process of population migration from rural to urban areas, has accelerated rapidly over the past century, driven by economic opportunities, technological advancements, and societal changes. This demographic shift has profound implications for energy consumption and sustainability. Cities, as the focal points of economic and social activity, are significant consumers of energy. The convergence of urban growth and energy demand underscores a complex nexus that influences environmental, economic, and social dynamics.The growth of urban areas often leads to increased energy needs due to the concentration of infrastructure, industries, transportation, and residential activities. Urban environments are characterized by high density, which necessitates substantial energy for heating, cooling, lighting, and powering various systems.
Eco-Friendly Practices Impact on Organizational Climate
Authors: Swathi A. , Johnpaul M.
Published: February 2025

This chapter looks at how incorporating eco-friendly business practices into daily operations has a significant impact on the internal climate of the company and fosters a sustainable work culture. Prioritizing sustainability raises moral standards, encourages cooperative effort, and orients workers toward a goal. Businesses that place a high priority on environmental stewardship frequently foster a corporate culture that reflects individual beliefs and moral business practices, encouraging honesty and involvement from staff members. Cross-functional cooperation is promoted by sustainability programs, which also foster creativity, transparent communication, and employee empowerment to make significant contributions. Furthermore, linking sustainability initiatives to more general societal objectives improves employee satisfaction and retention. By taking a long-term, sustainable approach, companies can draw in like-minded investors and customers, increasing their ability to withstand changes in the market and in regulations.
Green Human Resource Management and Environmental Sustainability in Higher Education Institutions
Authors: Tunio Samreen
Published: February 2025

The fast-changing organizational landscape in the modern world fosters a new trend toward environmental performance. The poor and ineffective environmental performance of higher education institutions (HEIs) shifts scholars focus toward sustainable practices over relying solely on technological improvements. This chapter explores the influence of green human resources management (GHRM) practices on sustainability in HEIs in Karachi, Pakistan through the lens of a Resource-Based View (RBV). Using a qualitative research design, data were collected through semi-structured interviews with 56 HEIs employees, analyzed via thematic analysis. This study enriches the limited body of literature on GHRM by exploring its role in fostering sustainability in HIEs. Additionally, it highlights the challenges HEIs face when adopting GHRM practices to promote sustainability, discusses managerial implications and provides insights for policymakers. Findings revealed that GHRM practices encourage eco-friendly behaviors, emphasizing the need for sustainable strategies within Pakistani's HIEs workforce.
Navigating the Nexus of Universal and Private Human Rights
Authors: Mishra Prateek , Mitra Ananyo , Nande Shashank , Sharma Paridhi
Published: February 2025

This paper explores the tension between universal and private human rights within the European context, particularly focusing on how the European Court of Justice and the European Convention on Human Rights address these issues. It scrutinizes the role of civil society organizations, such as the European Roma Rights Centre, in using strategic litigation to advocate for Roma rights. By employing descriptive analysis of legal texts, the study identifies shifts in judicial perspectives toward recognizing the constitutionality of discrimination against Roma. The findings suggest that recent rulings by the European Court of Justice acknowledge such discrimination, marking a significant shift from its earlier stance on the universality of human rights. The effectiveness of strategic litigation in alleviating the conflict between universal and private human rights in Europe is also assessed, highlighting its potential long-term impact on the protection of minority rights.
Revitalizing Theory and Practice Through Relational and Processual Perspectives of Feminist New Materialism
Authors: Yıldız Ilgın
Published: February 2025

This chapter aims to explore key feminist new materialist (FNM) concepts and frameworks and their application in the analyses of environmental and health crises with a focus on the relational and processual characteristics of FNM. In this context, it engages with Nancy Tuana's concepts of “interactionism” and “viscous porosity” which Tuana utilizes in her analysis of Hurricane Katrina, as well as Stacy Alaimo's concept of “trans-corporeality”, explored here in relation with public health crises such as Flint Water Crisis. This work maintains that these analyses and explorations reveal the dynamic relational and processual character of FNM sphere of thought as it engages with the complex interrelations between agents, bodies, and environments. This work maintains that the relational and processual framework of new materialism can significantly enrich the field of IR in a world marked by complex webs of interdependencies and agential interactions.
MUC5AC and P53 immunohistochemical expression in endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration of pancreatic tumors
Authors: Sabry Rania M. , Amal Abeer M. , Muhammad Maha E. E.
Published: February 2025

Background

Pancreatic cancer ranks seventh in the world for cancer-related deaths in both sexes and causes. An accurate and timely diagnosis is necessary to maximize the treatment efficacy of pancreatic tumors. This benefit has been established by endoscopic ultrasonography-fine needle aspiration cytology. Immunohistochemical staining is a useful method for diagnosis that can speed up diagnosis and improve the precision of distinguishing between pancreatic lesions.

Patients and methods

Our research’s objective is to determine the benefits of adding MUC5AC, P53 immunohistochemical analysis for sensitivity and specificity of the endoscopic ultrasonography-fine needle aspiration cytology (EUS-FNAC) diagnosis of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC).

Results

The results of 141 EUS-FNAC specimens of pancreatic lesions using the Papanicolaou reporting system were as follows: 12 cases were classified as (I) nondiagnostic, 63 cases as (II) negative for malignancy, eight cases as (III) atypical, six cases as (IV) neoplastic: benign, 16 cases as (V) suspicious for malignancy, and 36 as (VI) malignant. Fifty-eight cases were identified as (III), (V), and (VI) and were subjected to further immunohistochemical staining of their cell blocks. Compared to the 68, 90, 97, and 37% of the EUS-FNAC analysis alone for the detection of PDAC, the sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value, and negative predictive value of the combination of EUS-FNAC analysis with both P53 and MUC5AC were 86, 100, 100, and 59%.

Conclusions

The sensitivity and specificity of the EUS-FNAC analysis combined with both P53 and MUC5AC were significantly greater than those of the cytological analysis alone, especially in indeterminate cases; it could help enhance PDAC’s tissue diagnostic capabilities using EUS-FNAC.
Significance of sex-determining region Y box family members (SOX6 and SOX9) in clear cell renal cell carcinoma: immunohistochemical study
Authors: Saad Eman A. , Abdalla Rana M. , Aboelkheir Mona A.
Published: February 2025

Background

Renal cell carcinoma (RCC) ranks as the third most common urological malignancy worldwide, comprising ~2.2% of all cancers. The clear cell subtype, which accounts for 80–90% of RCC cases, is characterized by a wide spectrum of survival outcomes. The sex-determining region Y box (SOX) family of proteins, expressed in multiple cell types, plays a crucial role in regulating cell differentiation and fate in various physiological contexts. Among them, SOX6 and SOX9 have been implicated in the regulation of carcinogenesis in several human cancers.

Aim

The primary objective of this study is to investigate the immunohistochemical expression of SOX6 and SOX9 in clear cell RCC, with a focus on their potential role in tumor progression and as predictors of patient prognosis and survival.

This retrospective analysis included 50 cases of clear cell RCC. Immunostaining for SOX6 and SOX9 was performed, and the results were correlated with clinicopathological features.

Results

SOX6 and SOX9 expression was significantly altered in RCC compared with normal renal tissue (P<0.001). SOX9 expression showed a strong positive association with key clinicopathological factors such as tumor size, Fuhrman grade, tumor, nodal, metastasis (TNM) stage, and lymphovascular invasion (P<0.05). Conversely, SOX6 expression exhibited a significant negative correlation with these same parameters (P<0.05).

Conclusion

SOX9 and SOX6 are potentially involved in the progression of clear cell RCC and may serve as useful biomarkers for this malignancy.
The long-term surgical outcomes of the Aurolab aqueous drainage implant versus the Ahmed glaucoma valve for refractory pediatric glaucoma in Saudi children
Authors: Khan Abdullah M , Ahmad Khabir , Alarfaj Motazz , Alotaibi Humoud , Malik Rizwan , Schargel Konrad
Published: February 2025

Introduction:

Glaucoma drainage devices (GDDs) play a crucial role in managing refractory pediatric glaucoma. The Aurolab aqueous drainage implant (AADI) is a promising option, especially in regions where cost-effective interventions are essential. We aimed to assess the long-term outcomes of AADI compared to the Ahmed glaucoma valve (AGV) in Saudi children.

Methods:

A cohort study was conducted at a tertiary eye care center in Riyadh, including patients ≤18 years who underwent AADI or AGV implantation between July 2014 and November 2019. Primary outcomes were intraocular pressure (IOP) control, anti-glaucoma medication (AGM) usage, the need for additional glaucoma surgery, and complications. Factors associated with treatment failure were examined using Cox proportion hazard modeling.

Results:

Among 126 eyes (AADI = 56, AGV = 70), the mean follow-up was 55.52 ± 14.47 and 53.02 ± 21.85 months for AADI and AGV, respectively. AADI demonstrated comparable IOP control and AGM reduction to AGV over five years. The AADI group exhibited higher success rates than AGV (76.8% vs. 47%). AGV showed a significantly higher risk of failure compared to AADI (adjusted hazard ratio 2.75, P = 0.041).

Conclusion:

AADI proves to be a safe and effective option for refractory pediatric glaucoma. The long-term outcomes of AADI were not inferior to AGV. Despite consistently lower IOP and AGM usage in the AADI group from the 3rd to the 60th month, statistical significance was not achieved.
Indocyanine Green Fluorescence Imaging for Intraoperative Confirmation of Bile Flow from Hilar Microbile Ducts during Kasai Portoenterostomy
Authors: Jaseel Muhammed , Vasudevan Anu K. , Sihag Abhinav , Shanmugam Naresh , Sankaranarayanan Srinivas , Rela Mohamed , Ramachandran Priya
Published: February 2025

ABSTRACT

Aim:

We studied the usefulness of indocyanine green (ICG) fluorescence imaging in identifying bile flow from hilar microbile ducts during Kasai portoenterostomy (KPE).

Materials and Methods:

We reviewed the records of all the children who underwent KPE over 10 months and reviewed the operation notes of those who received ICG. ICG (0.1 mg/kg) was injected into a peripheral vein 12 h before the incision. We noted the surgeon’s observation on bile flow after hilar dissection using ICG camera (KARL STORZ). The outcome of KPE (jaundice clearance with direct bilirubin of <2 mg/dL) was correlated with the bile flow identified by the surgeon and results were computed.

Results:

Fifteen children underwent KPE during this period, out of which 11 children received ICG. After dissection of the hilar plate, good bile drainage was observed from the right and left corners of the portal plate in seven children. Six of these children with good bile flow have been observed to be clearing jaundice. One child despite having good bile flow did not clear jaundice. All four children who had poor bile flow failed to clear jaundice. In children who had received ICG, we were able to predict jaundice clearance with an accuracy of 91% (10 out of 11 children).

Conclusion:

ICG can be used effectively to identify bile flow during KPE and good bile flow observed during surgery correlates with jaundice clearance.
A Hospital-Based Study to Assess Caregiver’s Burden among Caregivers of Stroke Survivors
Authors: Chakrabarty Jyothi , Naik Ashwini
Published: February 2025

ABSTRACT

Background:

Stroke is a significant health concern worldwide, often resulting in long-term disabilities that require ongoing care and support. Although much attention has been given to survivors of stroke, the role and challenges faced by caregivers in providing this support are often underestimated. This study aimed to examine the burden among stroke survivors’ caregivers.

Objectives:

To identify the caregiver burden among caregivers of stroke survivors admitted to our hospital.

Materials and Methods:

In this study, 300 primary caregivers of 300 first-ever stroke patients who consented to participate were administered the Zarit burden interview scale at the 90-day follow-up visit. The clinical and demographic information of the stroke patients and caregivers were gathered along with the modified Rankin scale (mRS) score at 90 days. The study used descriptive statistical methods, frequencies, and percentages.

Results:

The mean age of the patients was 65.7 ± 14.21 years, and 60% of the patients had hypertension. During follow-up, 97.7% of patients maintained a GCS score ranging from 12 to 15. During the data collection, 3.3% of the participants were receiving NG, 4.3% exhibited urinary incontinence, and 1.0% had severe disability. A total of 17.7% used insurance services. The mean age of the caregivers was 44.8 (±23.7), 16.6% had experience caring for stroke patients, and 45.3% had given 3–4 hours of patient care. The data regarding caregiver burden assessed from the Zarit burden interview scale revealed that 170 (56.1%) of the caregivers felt that they did not have enough money to care for their relatives or the remainder of their expenses. Most participants, 168 (55.44%), felt uncomfortable about having friends over because of their relatives. Most participants (166 (54.78)) felt uncertain about what to do with their relatives.

Conclusions:

Supporting individuals who have had a stroke places a significant burden on those providing care, with many experiencing a significant burden ranging from moderate to severe. The study suggested that stroke rehabilitation services must address caregivers’ concerns while comprehensively focusing on patients’ recovery.
Teaching and Learning Pathology: A Change in Approach can make the Difference
Authors: Vimal Shruti , Viswanathan Vidya , Nair Rahul
Published: February 2025

ABSTRACT

Background:

Pathology has been known as a bridging subject in the medical curriculum. However, in view of the post-coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) era the significance of general physician and primary caregiver cannot be denied. So, a basic change is a curriculum, and making the subject more clinically and practice oriented is a necessity we must oblige. With advanced planning, we bought a few changes in the teaching and learning methodologies of pathology.

Materials and Methods:

The study was a cross-sectional study. It was conducted to understand the importance of pathology, its significance as a bridging subject from the perspective of students, and the impact the change in teaching and learning methods can bring. We planned and adopted newer teaching and learning methods in various headings, and an extensive questionnaire was prepared, which was pre-validated. The internal consistency was measured by Cronbach’s alpha coefficient.

Results:

The students had a mixed perception of pathology, and they found it difficult (51%), lengthy (70%), and interesting (67%). The integration and alignment of the subjects helped the students. The various tools of blended learning incorporated by us with didactic lectures also got a positive response from the students. Small group teaching and skills training have taken a new dynamism in current trends. The students could relate well to exercises of hematology, blood banking, and papanicolaou stain (PAP) smear conduct and assessment. We created a virtual museum, which was appreciated by 95% of the students.

Conclusion:

The study emphasized the fact that with advances in technology and changing trends a more comprehensive approach to teaching and learning is the need of the hour. Blended learning, small group, and interactive teaching will help make the undergraduate medical student of today a sound clinician of tomorrow.
Psychological Distress, Domestic Violence, and Coping Mechanism of Wives of Patients with Alcohol Dependence Syndrome During Coronavirus Disease (Covid-19) in India: A Cross-sectional and Institutional-based Study
Authors: Gaga Jatwinder Kaur , Paul Fayaz Ahmad
Published: February 2025

ABSTRACT

Introduction:

Alcohol dependence specifically leads to intimate partner violence and it is associated with a variety of outcomes including phobias, depression, anxiety, substance dependence, somatization, and suicidal ideation. The aim of this study is to assess the psychological distress, domestic violence, and coping mechanisms of wives of patients with alcohol dependence syndrome (ADS) during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).

Material and Methods:

The study was cross-sectional in nature and was conducted at the Department of Psychiatry, Government Medical College and Hospital Sector 32, Chandigarh. Sixty wives whose husbands were diagnosed with alcohol dependence syndrome as per the ICD-10 criteria were selected using a consecutive sampling technique. The researcher used the Socio-demographics Performa, Questionnaire for Spouse (Wife) Responses on alcohol use by husband, the Kessler Psychological Distress Scale (K10), the Domestic Violence Questionnaire (DVQ), and the Brief-COPE (Coping Orientation to Problems Experienced) Inventory.

Results:

The results of the study highlight that 18.3% of participants are having mild distress, 28.3% are living under moderate distress, and 46.7% of participants are having severe distress. A significant difference between psychological violence before lockdown (3.42 ± 1.84) and during lockdown (5.11 ± 3.27), physical violence before lockdown (4.71 ± 2.15) and during lockdown (5.37 ± 3.30), sexual violence before lockdown (3.25 ± 1.95) and during lockdown (5.63 ± 2.13), all the three responses come significant at P < 0.001 level.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, the study underscores the profound impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and associated lockdown measures on the well-being of wives grappling with the dual challenges of navigating a public health crisis and coping with a husband suffering from alcohol dependence syndrome. The identified distress among these individuals highlights the urgent need for comprehensive mental health and psychosocial interventions. By implementing targeted strategies and support systems, healthcare professionals and policymakers can contribute to alleviating the burden faced by these wives, fostering resilience, and promoting overall family well-being during these unprecedented times.
Simulating the effects of reducing transfer latency from the intensive care unit on intensive care unit bed utilization in a Korean Tertiary Hospital
Authors: Choi Jaeyoung , Kim Song-Hee , Ko Ryoung-Eun , Suh Gee Young , Yang Jeong Hoon , Park Chi-Min , Cho Joongbum , Chung Chi Ryang
Published: February 2025

Background: Latency in transferring patients from intensive care units (ICUs) to general wards impedes the optimal allocation of ICU resources, underscoring the urgency of initiatives to reduce it. This study evaluates the extent of ICU transfer latency and assesses the potential benefits of minimizing it.Methods: Transfer latency was measured as the time between the first transfer request and the actual ICU discharge at a single-center tertiary hospital in 2021. Computer-based simulations and cost analyses were performed to examine how reducing transfer latency could affect average hourly ICU bed occupancy, the proportion of time ICU occupancy exceeds 80%, and hospital costs. The first analysis evaluated all ICU admissions, and the second analysis targeted a subset of ICU admissions with longer transfer latency, those requiring infectious precautions.Results: A total of 7,623 ICU admissions were analyzed, and the median transfer latency was 5.7 hours. Eliminating transfer latency for all ICU admissions would have resulted in a 32.8% point decrease in the proportion of time ICU occupancy exceeded 80%, and a potential annual savings of $6.18 million. Eliminating transfer latency for patients under infectious precautions would have decreased the time ICU occupancy exceeded 80% by 13.5% points, and reduced annual costs by a potential $1.26 million.Conclusions: Transfer latency from ICUs to general wards might contribute to high ICU occupancy. Efforts to minimize latency for all admissions, or even for a subset of admissions with particularly long transfer latency, could enable more efficient use of ICU resources.
CARCINOMA ESPINOCELULAR: A IMPORTÂNCIA DO DIAGNÓSTICO PRECOCE
Authors: GAETTI-JARDIM ELLEN CRISTINA , ROSSI ANA CLÁUDIA , SANTIAGO-JUNIOR JOEL FERREIRA , SHINOHARA ELIO HITOSHI , CASTRO ALVIMAR LIMA , MIYAHARA GLAUCO ISSAMU , SOUBHIA ANA MARIA PIRES
Published: February 2025

O câncer bucal está entre as principais causas de óbito por neoplasias, uma vez quemais de 50% dos casos são diagnosticados em estádios avançados da doença. Acomete ogênero masculino de forma mais intensa e 70% dos casos são em indivíduos acima dos 50anos de idade. Localiza-se, geralmente, em assoalho da boca e língua. Diante disso, oobjetivo deste estudo é relatar um caso clínico de paciente do gênero masculino, 69 anos deidade, leucoderma que procurou atendimento a fim de confeccionar uma prótese total.Relatou fumo e alcoolismo freqüente. No exame físico extrabucal, verificou-se a presençade nódulo linfático fixo, indolor de 2cm de diâmetro em região submandibular. Ao examefísico intrabucal constatou-se lesão ulcerada com cerca de 3cm em sua maior extensão,localizada em assoalho bucal direito, coloração avermelhada, bordas endurecidas,superfície corrugada e base cartonada de evolução de 3 meses. O diagnóstico diferencialsugerido foi úlcera traumática, paracoccidioidomicose e carcinoma espinocelular. Aconduta realizada foi biópsia incisional e a peça obtida enviada à análise histopatológica,confirmando se tratar de carcinoma espinocelular. O tratamento consistiu no esclarecimentodo paciente a cerca da doença e da necessidade de procura por um centro de oncologia.Conclui-se que o exame clínico bucal cuidadoso é importante em todas as consultas,mesmo que a queixa principal não se concentre nesta topografia. Nos indivíduos de maiorrisco o exame deve ser sistemático e indivíduos com lesões suspeitas devem serencaminhados à consulta especializada.
EFEITO DA MICROCORRENTE GALVÂNICA NO TRATAMENTO DE ESTRIAS: RELATO DE CASO
Authors: BATISTA JOYCE CRISTIANE , LIMA WELLINGTON SILVA , OGNIBENI LUCIANA CRISTINA RAFAEL
Published: February 2025

As estrias são caracterizadas pelo rompimento das fibras elásticas que promovem asustentação da camada intermediária da pele, elas afetam homens e mulheres em idade adultaou durante a adolescência. Sua formação está intrinsecamente ligada ao aumento daquantidade de glicocorticóides, influenciando diretamente no aparecimento das mesmas emcasos como gravidez, obesidade, adolescência e na síndrome de Cushing. Sendo assim, oestudo teve como objetivo avaliar a ação da microcorrente galvânica no tratamento de estrias.O trabalho foi realizado na Clínica Escola de Fisioterapia da UNINGÁ, com a participação deuma voluntária de 24 anos, portadora de estrias gestacionais, no qual foram realizados 6sessões utilizando a microcorrente galvânica. O resultado do tratamento prestado seevidenciou pelo estreitamento das estrias que a paciente apresenta. Diante disto, pode-seconcluir que houve reparação da pele após a realização do tratamento utilizando amicrocorrente galvânica, com conseqüente redução da espessura das estrias trabalhadas.
O ENFOQUE AMBIENTAL DE TEXTOS PRESENTES EM LIVROS DIDÁTICOS DE QUÍMICA E BIOLOGIA NO ENSINO MÉDIO
Authors: ANDRADE CID MARCOS GONÇALVES , BROIETTI FABIELE CRISTIANE DIAS , STIVAL NEY
Published: February 2025

Este trabalho teve como objetivo analisar e comparar as leituras presentes ao final doscapítulos de livros do Ensino Médio de Biologia e Química, com a finalidade de verificarquanto ao enfoque ambiental dado nestes textos, se há uma relação dos temas abordadosnas duas disciplinas e se estas leituras podem criar condições favoráveis de uma educaçãoambiental. No livro de Biologia foram encontradas cinco leituras relacionadas a estatemática e no de química 13 leituras. As leituras no livro de Biologia são sempre extraídasde revistas científicas ou de divulgação científica, já as do livro de Química não fazemmenção a nenhuma fonte. Na análise dessas leituras, observa-se a presença de textos comcaráter muito mais informativo do que questionador. Em ambos os textos existe umdiscurso que ressalta o impacto das atividades humanas sobre o ambiente e nos textos dequímica uma preocupação em associar as fórmulas/estruturas químicas aos compostosresponsáveis pelos problemas ambientais. Outra observação diz respeito à falta decorrelação entre as temáticas abordadas nas duas disciplinas, uma vez que temas comenfoque ambiental podem ser tratados, nas mais diversas áreas.
INDICAÇÕES E CONTRA INDICAÇÕES DO TREINAMENTO FÍSICO NO DIABETES TIPO 2: REVISÃO
Authors: BALBINOT ALEXANDRE DIDO
Published: February 2025

A diabetes é considerada uma doença crônica e que possui comocaracterística principal a elevação dos níveis de glicose circulante, evidenciando assim ahiperglicemia. A diabete causa complicações à longo prazo no sistema vascular à nívelmacrovascular tão quanto a microvascular, entretanto a atividade física é recomendadatambém neste casos, com a utilização de uma certa quantidade de cuidados devido aoagravante vascular assim como a idade e o tempo desenvolvimento da doença. Háatualmente uma relação bastante positiva entre exercício físico e diabetes, entretanto, háde se ponderar sobre a importância da proteção do corpo contra a hiperglicemia, poisesta acerbada ou aplicada de maneira imprópria pode ocasionar malefícios. Durante umasessão de treinamento aeróbico com exercícios intensos, o gasto energético totaldesencadeado no organismo pode elevar-se para valores entre quinze e vinte e cincovezes o gasto energético do mesmo individuo em repouso. Entretanto especula-se sermais interessante a utilização de treinamento de força devido ao fato que este obtém umcontrole significativo da glicemia devido à diminuição da resistência à insulina.
Importância ecológica e levantamento de informações sobre o lagarto Tropidurus torquatus
Authors: SANCHES FERNANDA DUENHAS , SCHWIND LEILANE TALITA FATORETO , PIASSA THIAGO , ANDRADE LUCIANA SEGURA
Published: February 2025

Os lagartos, de maneira geral são comuns em áreasneotropicais em diferentes localidades. Este trabalho teve como objetivolevantar informações sobre a auto-ecologia das espécies do gêneroTropidurus, que ainda são escassas, dando ênfase na espécie T. torquatusque se destaca por ser encontrada em áreas verdes e de fáceis localidades.Realizou-se uma busca bibliográfica em artigos científicos e materiaisliterários específicos, com dados obtidos através de observações.Tropidurs torquatus é uma espécie de lagarto pertencente à famíliaTropiduridae, que se distribui pela América do Sul. São animaiscaçadores do tipo senta-e-espera, que se alimentam basicamente devegetais, invertebrados e pequenos vertebrados. Possuem hábitos diurnos,e são ativos nas horas mais quentes do dia. Com base no levantamentobibliográfico, com os dados obtidos foi possível verificar em diferenteslocalidades do Brasil a abundância da espécie e sua importância noambiente em que se encontram, como o controle populacional de espécieslocais e ainda serem bioindicadores de áreas com degradação. O aspecto aser considerado é o local que a espécie se encontra, onde o ambienteinfluência diretamente o modo de vida, pois é nele que o animal obtém oseu alimento, refúgio, e local para sua reprodução e desova.
A prática pedagógica na Educação Profissional Técnica de Nível Médio em Enfermagem : estudo em uma escola privada do interior paulista.*
Authors: PADOVANI ORNELLA , NOGUEIRA MARIA SUELY
Published: February 2025

O presente estudo, fruto de questionamentos e vivências da autora, buscoucompreender como ocorre a prática pedagógica das enfermeiras docentes e dacoordenadora da Educação Profissional Técnica de Nível Médio em Enfermagem deuma instituição privada do interior paulista. Trata-se de um estudo descritivoexploratório,de natureza qualitativa. Foi utilizada a metodologia de Bogdan e Biklen (1994). A obtenção dos dados se deu por meio de entrevistas semi-estruturadas gravadas,no período de julho a dezembro de 2006, tendo como população cinco enfermeirasprofessoras e a coordenadora do curso. A análise dos dados possibilitou identificar oFenômeno Central: A prática pedagógica na Educação Profissional Técnica de NívelMédio em Enfermagem, emergindo três categorias: o professor na instituição escolaprofissional; o conhecimento para ser professor; o processo ensino-aprendizagem:planejamento, execução e avaliação. Dessas, foi possível repensar a prática pedagógica,como uma atividade baseada na práxis.
Estudo da relação estrutura química e atividade farmacológica dos antibióticos
Authors: PUTAROV NATHALIA BORTOLATO , GALENDE SHARIZE BETONI
Published: February 2025

Introdução: A primeira penicilina (penicilina G) foi descoberta em 1928 por AlexanderFleming, quando por um acidente, este constatou que um fungo do gênero Penicilliumproduzia uma substância antibacteriana que inibia o crescimento de Staphylococcus.Com o decorrer do tempo foram feitas várias modificações na estrutura química dapenicilina G, surgindo assim as penicilinas semi-sintéticas. A adição de várias cadeiaslaterais à molécula de penicilina básica deram origem a várias classes de compostos,mas todas estas apresentam em comum o mecanismo de ação, a estrutura do ácido 6-amino-penicilânico e como efeitos adversos mais comuns, as reações dehipersensibilidade. Objetivo: Realizar um estudo das principais modificações feitas naestrutura química da penicilina e o reflexo destas na farmacologia. Metodologia: Para aelaboração deste estudo foi utilizada a pesquisa de revisão bibliográfica. Conclusão: Asmodificações químicas propostas desenvolveram novos antibióticos, melhoresfarmacologicamente, mais resistentes e que as penicilinas ainda continuam sendo muitoutilizadas e eficazes quando bem indicadas para o tratamento de muitas infecçõesbacterianas.
RELEVÂNCIA DA EQUIPE MULTIPROFISSIONAL À CIRUGIA BARIÁRICA
Authors: Lopes Larissa Alves de Lima , Caíres Ângela Cristina Ribeiro , Veiga Alessandro Gabriel Macedo
Published: February 2025

Este estudo tem como tema a cirurgia bariátrica, suas indicações, técnicas e as intervenções daequipe multidisciplinar desde a primeira consulta, como também durante o período cirúrgico e no pósoperatório. A escolha do tema emergiu da necessidade de se conhecer as importância das intervençõesda equipe multiprofissional e dos resultados dessa atuação nessa modalidade cirúrgica. Trata-se de umestudo eminentemente bibliográfico, utilizando-se de análise de literatura especializada. Objetivousaber os significados da cirurgia bariátrica, identificar o significado da cirurgia para os pacientes que aela se submetem e constatar atuação da equipe multiprofissional. O resultado da revisão de literaturadesvelou a motivação dos pacientes que passam por tal cirurgia, elucidando a atuação da equipemultiprofissional, e sua imprescindibilidade em todas as fases deste tipo de cirurgia. Percebeu-se que oespaço ainda não está devidamente explorado pelos profissionais, possibilitando-se uma atuação nosentido educativo quanto aos pacientes bariátricos. Evidenciou-se, a necessidade, por parte dosprofissionais da equipe multiprofissional, de maior divulgação da relevância por um comportamentoativo quanto às atividades físicas; de uma alimentação balanceada; as comorbidades e tudo o mais queestiver relacionado à cirurgia bariátrica, por tratar-se de cirurgia não cosmética e de máxima seriedade.
Bounds and Optimal Results for the Total Irregularity Measure
Authors:   Department of Mathematics, College of Science, University of Ha’il, Ha’il, Saudi Arabia, Ali Akbar , Dimitrov Darko ,   Faculty of Information Studies, Novo Mesto, Slovenia, Réti Tamás ,   Obuda University, Hungary, Albalahi Abeer M. ,   Department of Mathematics, College of Science, University of Ha’il, Ha’il, Saudi Arabia, Hamza Amjad E. ,   Department of Mathematics, College of Science, University of Ha’il, Ha’il, Saudi Arabia
Published: February 2025

A (molecular) graph in which all vertices have the same degree is known as a regular graph. According to Gutman, Hansen, and Mélot [J. Chem. Inf. Model. 45 (2005) 222-230], it is of interest to measure the irregularity of nonregular molecular graphs both for descriptive purposes and for QSAR/QSPR studies. The graph invariants that can be used to measure the irregularity of graphs are referred to as irregularity measures. One of the well-studied irregularity measures is the ``total irregularity'' measure, which was introduced about a decade ago. Bounds and optimization problems for this measure have already been extensively studied. A considerable number of existing results (concerning this measure) also hold for molecular graphs; particularly, the ones regarding lower bounds and minimum values of the mentioned measure. The primary objective of the present review article is to collect the existing bounds and optimal results concerning the total irregularity measure. Several open problems related to the existing results on the total irregularity measure are also given.
Hubungan Indeks Massa Tubuh (IMT) dan Rentang Gerak Articulatio Genus pada Wanita Dewasa di Jemaat Kalvari Kinaweruan
Authors: Lovely Momongan Injilia , Lintong Fransiska , Rumampuk Jimmy
Published: February 2025

Body Mass Index (BMI) is associated with the range of motion (ROM); individuals with excess weight tend to have reduced ROM. The ROM value is an indicator of joint flexibility. Previous studies have shown that individuals with obesity exhibit a greater reduction in ROM compared to non-obese populations. This study aims to determine the relationship between BMI and the range of motion of the knee joint in adult women at Kalvari Kinaweruan Church. The research employed an observational analytic method with a cross-sectional design. Three instruments were used: a digital scale for body weight, a stature meter for height, and a goniometer for ROM measurement. The study sample consisted of 81 adult women from Kalvari Kinaweruan Church, selected using simple random sampling with a 5% margin of error based on Slovin's formula. Data were analyzed using Spearman correlation. Among the 81 respondents, Spearman correlation analysis revealed a significant negative relationship between BMI and knee extension (p < 0.001, r = 0.626) as well as knee flexion (p < 0.001, r = -0.616). There is a relationship between Body Mass Index (BMI) and the range of motion of the knee joint in adult women at Kalvari Kinaweruan Church.
Literary Elements in the Poetry of Estrangement by Warrior’s Poets of the Pre-Islamic Era: An Analytical Study
Authors: Al-mobaideen Nadeem Yousef Mohammed
Published: February 2025

Objective: This research examines the concept of chivalry in Pre-Islamic poetry, where physical courage is harmonized with noble morals. It explores how chivalry extends beyond martial prowess to encompass Arab virtues such as generosity, bravery, protecting women and neighbors, and striving for self-realization apart from conflicts.
 
Theoretical Framework: The study investigates the theme of exile and alienation in the poetry of warrior poets. It focuses on how these poets expressed humane and noble values, reflecting their deep aspirations and the collective ideals of Arab society at the time.
 
Method: The research employs a poetic and linguistic analysis approach to evaluate the impact of exile on poetic expression. The study delves into the vibrant and dynamic language of the poets, highlighting their profound connection to the land and their cultural identity.
 
Results and Discussion: The findings underscore the renown of a group of warriors who displayed extraordinary bravery in battles. Each tribe had knights skilled in horse riding and combat, symbolizing the influence of alienation on their character and emotions. This is vividly portrayed in the poetic meanings and themes explored in the study.
 
Research Implications: The research enhances understanding of how Pre-Islamic poetry served as a medium to preserve values and articulate individual and societal struggles. It bridges the concepts of chivalry and alienation, offering insights into how cultural identity was conveyed through poetic expression.
 
Originality/Value: This study provides a unique perspective on the synthesis of chivalry, alienation, and poetic language in Pre-Islamic Arabia. By analyzing the language and themes of warrior poets, it contributes to the broader understanding of Arab literary and cultural heritage.
Compensation of Coulomb Interaction of Nuclei in Low-Energy Nuclear Reactions
Authors:   State University of Management (Retired), Moscow, Russian Federation, Boldyreva Liudmila Borisovna
Published: February 2025

The aim of this article is to show that compensation of Coulomb interaction for subsequent implementation of
nuclear fusion (for example, between coaxial protons in nickel-hydrogen reactor) is a result of interaction of virtual
photons created by these protons.
Besides the compensation of Coulomb interaction, the concept of virtual photons can explain the following
properties of the Low-Energy Nuclear Reactions: the formation of so-called “nuclear molecules”; “mass defect”;
the radiation of electromagnetic oscillation and ball lightning; the generation of spin supercurrent. It is shown that
the properties of spin supercurrent are analogous to many properties of radiation of nuclear reactor.
PKM SOSIALISASI PERAN GENERASI MILENIAL DALAM MENGEMBANGKAN POTENSI BARUS MENJADI PUSAT WISATA RELIGI NASIONAL
Authors: Wardina Heni , Hutabarat Veronika , Hutabarat Indra Setiawan , Sipahutar Hadijah , Hutagalung Heriyawan
Published: February 2025

Abstrak
Tujuan pelaksanaan pengabdian program kemitraan masyarakat (PKM) ini adalah (1) pemahaman dalam pentingnya peran generasi milenial dalam mengembangkan potensi daerah khususnya potensi barus menjadi pusat wisata religi nasional. Metode pelaksanaan kegiatan sosialisasi Peran Generasi Milenial Dalam Mengembangkan Potensi Barus Menjadi Pusat Wisata Religi Nasional 3 tahapan, yaitu : (1) Tahap Persiapan Sosialisasi, (2) Tahap Pelaksanaan Sosialisasi, (3) Tahap Evaluasi Akhir. Mitra pengabdian masyarakat PKM adalah kecamatan Barus, Kabupaten Tapanuli Tengah. Program ini dilaksanakan salah satu upaya untuk menambah wawasan masyarakat terutama para generasi milenial kecamatan Barus dalam memahami pentingnya Mengembangkan Potensi Barus Menjadi Pusat Wisata Religi Nasional.
Kata kunci : Generasi Milenial, Potensi Barus, Wisata Religi Nasional
The Declaration of Independence of the Republic of Moldova in the broadcasts of Radio Free Europe
Authors: Musteață Sergiu
Published: February 2025

Based on the Hoover Archive, Stanford, USA documents, the article discusses how Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty presented the Declaration of Independence of the Republic of Moldova on August 27, 1991. In the introductory part, there is a short historical presentation of the events that led to the disintegration of the USSR and the independence of the Union republics. The second part highlights various reports from the microphone of Free Europe on the path to independence of the Republic of Moldova, comments on the statements of some leaders in Chisinau, the echo of the Declaration of Independence in international media, reactions of Romanians everywhere and some opinions on the prospects of the young state. The conclusions stated the role of RFE / RL in informing the world about the situation in the USSR, respectively, in the Republic of Moldova and the contribution of this radio station to the promotion of freedom, democracy and the defense of human rights.
Anxiety vs. Understanding: How Reading Stress Affects Language Learners' Comprehension?
Authors: Jannah Aniatul , Juniardi Yudi
Published: February 2025

This study examines the relationship between students' foreign language reading anxiety and their reading comprehension. It involved 28 eleventh-grade students from SMK Yarsi Medika in Kabupaten Tangerang. The research used a correlational design, with the English Foreign Language Reading Anxiety Inventory (EFLRAI) to measure reading anxiety and a reading comprehension test to evaluate students' abilities. The findings showed that most students experienced moderate levels of reading anxiety, with bottom-up anxiety (related to unfamiliar vocabulary) being the primary cause. The correlation analysis revealed a weak negative relationship between reading anxiety and reading comprehension (correlation coefficient = 0.053), which was not statistically significant (p = 0.788). These results suggest that reading anxiety does not have a significant impact on reading comprehension in this group of students. The study concludes that although students feel anxious during reading activities, this anxiety does not notably affect their ability to understand English texts.