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The Contribution of BaTiO3 to the Stability Improvement of Ethylene–Propylene–Diene Rubber: Part II—Doped Filler
Authors: Zaharescu Traian , Dumitru Alina , Borbath Tunde , Ionescu Ioana , Borbath Istvan , Boros Tiberiu Francisc
Published: August 2023

The thermal and radiation stabilities of the formulations based on ethylene–propylene–diene rubber (EPDM), which contain barium titanate (BaTiO3) doped with lanthanum and cerium oxides, were investigated by chemiluminescence and mechanical testing. The contributions of these doped fillers are related to the surface interaction between the structural defects (doping atoms, i.e., lanthanum and cerium) implanted in the filler lattice and the molecular fragments formed during the progress of degradation. These composite materials present extended durabilities with respect to the references; the oxidation periods are a minimum of three times longer than the corresponding times for pristine polymers. This behavior is associated with the scavenging activity of dopants. Mechanical testing has demonstrated the contributions of doped filler to the improvement of tensile strength and elongation at break by the restructuration of the polymer phase. Scanning electron microscopy images revealed the densification of materials in the presence of doped barium titanates. All the investigations constitute valid proof for the qualification of BaTiO3 doped with Ce as the more efficient stabilizer compared to the same inorganic filler doped with La.
Diaconia and Interreligious Cooperation in Switzerland
Authors: Sigrist Christoph
Published: August 2023

One of the most important areas of tension for diaconia in the Western European, German-speaking context is the demands of an interreligious and plural society. The social challenges to churches with their congregations and parishes, diaconal organizations, and the state with its social institutions are complex. This article deals with religious layers of social transformations that shape helping actions. It focuses on innovative projects in the field of spiritual care and diaconia that created new spaces of diaconal practice in the last ten years in the Canton of Zurich and Switzerland. Specifically, the process of accrediting the first imam at the University Hospital in Zurich, the employment of chaplains of Muslim and Jewish faith in the Swiss Army, and the training of Muslim chaplains in the Canton of Zurich are presented. On the one hand, the aim is to adequately define the relationship between diaconia and spiritual care in a pluralistic society. On the other hand, interreligious cooperation is analyzed as a process of intercultural communication and transcultural practice. From this, theses for prospective, innovative, and well-founded interreligious cooperation in diaconia can be gained, which can be further developed and discussed in other European and global contexts.
Gender Policing in Girls’ and Women’s Sports
Authors: Blazer Annie
Published: August 2023

This paper will show that sporting institutions that police the boundaries of women’s sports do so to keep sportswomen constrained in ways that men’s sports and male athletes are not. This paper explores three methods that sporting establishments have used to police and constrain women’s sports and sportswomen: the exclusion of women and the creation of different rules for men’s and women’s sports, the policing of international sporting administrations of which women can compete in women’s sports by invoking the specter of “gender fraud”, and the exclusion of trans women from sports by relying on conservative Christian notions of a gender binary motivated by a similar strain of homophobia that animated previous efforts to prevent the legalization of same-sex marriage. Taken together, these three threads reveal that gender policing in women’s sports is not and has never been about “fairness” but about preserving heteropatriarchal systems of power that position women as weak and inherently less athletic than men.
Examining the Adoption of Sustainable eMobility-Sharing in Smart Communities: Diffusion of Innovation Theory Perspective
Authors: Bokolo Anthony Jnr.
Published: August 2023

The transport sector is undergoing disruption due to trends such as tightening environmental targets, digitalization, and servitization, contributing to low-carbon mobility and offering citizen-oriented services. As a response, various initiatives, such as electric mobility (eMobility), have emerged that promote sustainable road transport and active mobility in the last few years. However, irrespective of the potential of eMobility, there are still few studies that examine individuals’ intention and adoption of eMobility-sharing services in smart communities. Accordingly, this study aims to develop a model grounded on the Diffusion of Innovation (DoI) theory to investigate the factors that impact individuals’ adoption of eMobility-sharing service and how to improve the adoption of eMobility-sharing service. A mixed-mode methodology was employed; quantitative data from survey questionnaires were used to gather data, and Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) was used to analyze the data. Additionally, qualitative data via interview was collected to demonstrate in ArchiMate modeling language how eMobility-sharing services are practically implemented as a use case study within smart communities. Findings from this study offer a model that focuses on eMobility-sharing adoption from the perspective of smart communities. Additionally, the findings offer a better understanding of how such integrated, multimodal systems fit with the sustainable mobility needs of citizens. More importantly, general recommendations to policymakers and practitioners to increase the uptake of shared eMobility are provided.
Bronchoalveolar Lavage Cytology in Severe Equine Asthma: Cytocentrifugated versus Sediment Smear Preparations
Authors: Morini Maria , Gobbo Francesca , Rinnovati Riccardo , Romagnoli Noemi , Peli Angelo , Massarenti Chiara , Spadari Alessandro , Pietra Marco
Published: August 2023

Equine asthma is a common respiratory disease that may affect horses of any age. The diagnosis of severe equine asthma (SEA) (historically referred as recurrent airway obstruction or RAO) is based mainly on the history of the animal and clinical signs, which are further supported by the cytological examination of the bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL). This can also be helpful in monitoring the inflammation of the lower airways in response to environmental management and medication. The cytocentrifugated preparation is usually considered the method of choice for BAL cytological interpretation. The aim of this study was to compare the results in terms of differential cell counts (DCC) in BAL cytology performed on sedimented smears and cytocentrifugated preparations. To carry this out, 48 BAL samples were collected from six horses with SEA that were subjected to a process of exacerbation of the disease by environmental stimuli, which was later followed by the appropriate treatment. Each collected BAL fluid was equally divided into duplicate portions: one processed by cytocentrifugation and one by sediment smear from simple centrifugation. Cytologic examination of all BAL by both methods showed poor concordance in DCC, although it was still able to allow diagnostic recognition of severe lung neutrophilic disorders. These results suggest that sediment smear preparation, although remaining a useful method in general equine practice associated with clinical assessments in the diagnosis of SEA under conditions where there is no possibility of using a cytocentrifuge, cannot be considered a comparable alternative.
Are Indicator Microorganisms Predictive of Pathogens in Water?
Authors: Richiardi Lisa , Pignata Cristina , Fea Elisabetta , Bonetta Silvia , Carraro Elisabetta
Published: August 2023

The microbiological quality assessment of drinking water (DW) and drinking water sources (DWSs) is based on the detection of indicator microorganisms (IMs). However, the relationship between IMs and pathogens has been questioned, as pathogens have been detected even in the absence of IMs, and vice versa. Therefore, the aim of this review was to evaluate the reliability of IMs by analysing the correlation between the presence of IMs and pathogens in water. This review focused on studies that reported statistical analyses of the relationship between traditional and alternative IMs and enteric pathogens in DWSs (groundwater, surface water, and rainwater) and in DW. Additionally, the main DW guidelines and regulations, along with a focus on the application of Quantitative Microbial Risk Assessment (QMRA), were also reported. The overall analysis of publications revealed a controversial correlation, characterised by high spatiotemporal variability, indicating the impossibility of identifying a reliable IM for any specific pathogen or water type. The association was also influenced by numerous factors, such as intrinsic characteristics of microorganisms, seasonal variations, sample number, water sample volume, and the detection method used. In conclusion, the detection of IMs should be considered complementary to, rather than a substitute for, the detection of pathogens.
Arctic climate warming: discrepancies between global climate
models and observations and possible causes
Authors: Alekseev Genrikh
Published: August 2023

Global climate models are used to predict anthropogenic climate change and to plan social and economic activities under changing climatic conditions. At the same time, there are discrepancies between model projections and observed climate changes, especially in low latitudes and polar regions. One reason for the discrepancy may be insufficient attention to natural forcings on the climate system. Therefore, studies of the role of natural factors in the development of modern warming are relevant for

improving the reliability of forecasts for the development of the climatic situation on Earth. Particular attention is paid to the impact of climate change in low latitudes on the Arctic. A significant contribution to these changes can be made by a long-term increase in low-latitude insolation. Most of the low latitudes

are occupied by the ocean, which absorbs the bulk of the incoming solar radiation. The contribution of the increase in insolation to the increase in ocean surface temperature at low latitudes is estimated from the available data on insolation of the upper boundary of the atmosphere. The changes in SST at low latitudes are compared according to reanalysis data and calculations of global climate models. Comparison of climate changes in low latitudes and in the Arctic is made. The influence from low latitudes on the reduction in the area of sea ice and the increase in water temperature in the Arctic basin is estimated. Changes in the characteristics of the atmosphere and ocean at low latitudes, associated with an increase in insolation, after

3 years are manifested in changes in the characteristics of the climate and sea ice in the Arctic. This indicates the potential for improved global modeling of warming in the Arctic and at low latitudes when taking into account slow changes in radiative forcing at the upper boundary of the atmosphere due to the Earth’s orbital dynamics. Insolation trends at low latitudes are maximum in spring, i.e., in the vicinity of the vernal equinox in the Earth’s orbit. This indicates the influence of precession — a slow shift of the equinox point, when the influx of solar radiation to low latitudes is maximum, to the perihelion, where it will be 3 W/m2more.
Improvement of research methodology mesostructures of atmospheric fronts on the basis of ground­based microwave radiometry
Authors: Efremenko Alexander , Karavaev Dmitry , Lebedev Andrey , Moiseeva Natalya , Schukin Georgy
Published: August 2023

The paper considers the some results of experimental studies of the mesoscale structure of atmospheric fronts using a ground-based microwave water vapor radiometer. A methodology for studying the mesoscale structure of atmospheric fronts is described, which includes two stages: the stage of syn- optic (frontological) analysis and the stage of mesoscale analysis based on measurements of atmospheric moisture and cloud liquid water content using a microwave water vapor radiometer. The application of the methodology is demonstrated by the example of the analysis of the results of observation of the case of the passage of warm and cold fronts through the Leningrad region on September 9—14, 2020. Based on the analysis of the results of previous studies, the features of changes in the characteristics of moisture content during the passage of atmospheric fronts are generalized. The growth of the atmospheric water vapor and cloud liquid water content is delayed relative to the appearance of harbingers of a warm cloud front of the upper tier. The growth of moisture content characteristics has a wave-like character, which can be explained by the manifestation of the strip mesostructure of the front. Estimates of the characteristic scales of spatial heterogeneities in the structure of atmospheric fronts for the area under consideration differ from similar characteristics obtained by P. Hobbs for the northeastern coast of North America. In the course of mesoscale analysis, the type of atmospheric front crossing the observation point can be clarified. The results obtained determine the prospects for improving the methods of diagnostics and current forecasting of dangerous weather phenomena during the passage of atmospheric fronts using ground-based microwave radiometers
Forecasting water discharges of the river Marmarik (Armenia) according to the kinematic wave equation
Authors: Gaidukova Ekaterina , Margaryan Varduhi , Vinokurov Igor , Misakyan Amalia , Kuleshova Marta
Published: August 2023

The article provides an overview of methods for short-term forecasting of water flow in mountain rivers based on physical-statistical and regression equations, conceptual approaches. Requirements for forecast models for the Armenian rivers are noted, which correspond to the kinematic wave model, but so far there are no forecast results for the Armenian rivers using this model. The purpose of the study was to test a mathematical model of a kinematic wave for a short-term forecast of water discharges on the mountainous Armenian river Marmarik. The model of a kinematic wave can be obtained after simplifying

the model of channel runoff in a general form, i.e., after excluding from consideration deformations, local constant and variable backwaters from narrowing of channels, confluence of rivers, surge phenomena, and also after excluding the influence of the lower boundary condition, which is responsible for the characteristic of the diffusion spreading of the flood wave.

A kinematic wave model was tested on the Marmarik River, which is an important water body in Armenia. We used series of observations of urgent water discharges during the spring flood from April 1 to June 30 for 2015—2018 at the top of the river Marmarik — Hankavan settlement, lower alignment — Aghavnadzor settlement and at the alignment on the main tributary of the river Gomraget — Meghradzor village. It was found that in the dynamic parametrization of the model, the anthropogenic impact should be introduced as an additional parameter. The obtained values of water discharges when making verification forecasts in the aggregate characterize the kinematic wave model as an effective approach according to

the criteria for assessing the quality of forecast methods of the Hydrometeorological Center and Nash—Sutcliffe. The kinematic wave model is easy to use with a small amount of initial information without meteorological data, which will facilitate its implementation for practical applications.
Pulse Electrodeposition of Polycrystalline Si Film in Molten CaCl2 Containing SiO2 Nanoparticles
Authors: Lim Taeho , Yoon Yeosol
Published: August 2023

The high cost of Si-based solar cells remains a substantial challenge to their widespread adoption. To address this issue, it is essential to reduce the production cost of solar-grade Si, which is used as raw material. One approach to achieve this is Si electrodeposition in molten salts containing Si sources, such as SiO2. In this study, we present the pulse electrode-position of Si in molten CaCl2 containing SiO2 nanoparticles. Theoretically, SiO2 nanoparticles with a diameter of less than 20 nm in molten CaCl2 at 850°C have a comparable diffusion coefficient with that of ions in aqueous solutions at room temperature. However, we observed a slower-than-expected diffusion of the SiO2 nanoparticles, probably because of their tendency to aggregate in the molten CaCl2. This led to the formation of a non-uniform Si film with low current efficiency during direct current electrodeposition. We overcome this issue using pulse electrodeposition, which enabled the facile supplementation of SiO2 nanoparticles to the substrate. This approach produced a uniform and thick electrodeposited Si film. Our results demonstrate an efficient method for Si electrodeposition in molten CaCl2 containing SiO2 nanoparticles, which can contribute to a reduction in production cost of solar-grade Si.
Proactive familial cancer risk assessment: a service development study in UK primary care
Authors: Badran Abdul Rahman , Youngs Alice , Forman Andrea , Elms Marisa , Chang Lai-Lai , Lebbe Fiyaz , Reekie Adam , Short John , Hlaing Min Theik , Watts Emma , Hipps Deborah , Snape Katie
Published: August 2023

Background

Family history assessment can identify individuals above population-risk for cancer to enable targeted Screening, Prevention, and Early Detection (SPED). Family History Questionnaire Service (FHQS) is a resource-efficient patient-facing online tool to facilitate this. In the UK, cancer risk assessment is usually only offered to concerned individuals proactively self-presenting to their GP, leading to inequity in accessing SPED in the community.

Aim

To improve access to community cancer genetic risk assessment and explore barriers to uptake.

Design & setting

Service development project of a digital pathway using the FHQS for cancer risk assessment across four general practices within the clinical remit of the South West Thames Centre for Genomics (SWTCG).

Method

3100 individuals aged 38–50 years were invited to complete the FHQS through either text message or email. A random selection of 100 non-responders were contacted to determine barriers to uptake.

Results

In total,n= 304/3100 (10%) registered for the FHQS. Responders were more likely to be British (63% vs 47%,P<0.001), speak English as their main language (92% vs 76%,P<0.001), and not require an interpreter (99.6% vs 94.9%,P= 0.001). Of 304 responders, 158 (52%) were automatically identified as at population-risk without full family history review. Of the remaining 146 responders, 52 (36%) required either additional screening referral (n= 23), genetics referral (n= 15), and/or advice to relatives (n = 18). Of 100 non-responders contacted, eight had incorrect contact details and 53 were contactable. Reasons for not responding included not receiving invitation details (n= 26), losing the invitation (n= 5), or forgetting (n= 4).

Conclusion

The FHQS can be used as part of a low-resource primary care pathway to identify individuals in the community above population-risk for cancer requiring action. This study highlighted barriers to uptake requiring consideration to maximise impact and minimise inequity.
Relato de caso: Isquemia da Artéria de Percheron
Authors: Verazani de Souza Marcelino , Souza Ana Clara Moreira de , Laender Beatriz Rodrigues , Rios César Henrique de Miranda Lana , Bernardes Lorena Pires , Alfenas Taynara Perim , Fófano Gisele Aparecida , Rivelli Álvaro Moreira , Soares Túlio Ravel Nunes
Published: August 2023

Introdução. A artéria de Percheron é uma variante anatômica da irrigação do sistema nervoso central, sendo especificamente um tronco único que se origina na artéria cerebral posterior e irriga o território talâmico através de seus ramos em ambos os hemisférios. O infarto dessa artéria constitui-se como uma apresentação atípica de acidente vascular cerebral isquêmico, cujas principais manifestações clínicas estão relacionadas à hipóxia do tálamo, embora não haja um padrão. O presente relato demonstra um infarto de artéria de Percheron em uma paciente jovem do sexo feminino, sem comorbidades, admitida na emergência com queixas de sonolência excessiva, visão turva e vertigem, evoluindo com piora na intensidade dos sintomas. A paciente foi medicada com diferentes esquemas de antiagregação plaquetária/anticoagulação ao longo da sua hospitalização, tendo melhora completa dos sintomas após 2 dias. Objetivo. Relatar um caso do Infarto de Percheron de uma paciente jovem do sexo feminino. Método. Estudo de caso de paciente jovem com quadro prévio de sintomas neurológicos agudos. Foi realizada análise de dados e informações através de prontuário e exames de imagem. Resultados. Paciente evoluiu com melhora ao longo do atendimento e foi encaminhada para avaliação secundária para investigação etiológica. Conclusão. Observou-se desfecho positivo diante do uso de ressonância nuclear magnética para o diagnóstico e de terapêutica com anticoagulação plena.
WOWnet: A Communication and Networking Model for Women
Authors: Redmore Lauren , Tynon Joanne
Published: August 2023

We interviewed members of Women Owning Woodlands network (WOWnet), an Extension program in Western Oregon and an ideal community to study how women communicate and network. We found that WOWnet women are involved in a variety of natural resource-based organizations. However, WOWnet is unusual because of its small-group, praxis-based approach. If more Extension and forestry organizations followed the WOWnet example of supporting women new to forestry and focusing more on women-centric knowledge, they can become more inclusive of women with diverse interests and backgrounds. Programming that incorporates women-centric knowledge has implications for Extension programs throughout the U.S. and elsewhere.
When the Quick Fix Doesn't Work: Evaluating the Effect of Parent Education on Child Abuse
Authors: DeBord Karen , Jakes Susan , Guin Autumn
Published: August 2023

The article outlines an evaluation in which multiple attempts were made to negotiate a more powerful program design. Results of a parent education intervention are briefly reported. Lasting change in human behavior requires the application of intense program dosages across ecological systems. Despite these recommendations from behavior change literature, many programs seek quick fixes with low dosage, uni-level interventions. What role should scholars and program evaluators play in informing clients about the duration and intensity required for effective parent education interventions? Implications and questions are presented for others involved in creating powerful behavior change interventions to address complex social issues.
Equivalence: A Crucial Financial Concept for Extension, Consumer, and Investor Education
Authors: Straka Thomas
Published: August 2023

Equivalence is a fundamental concept that is the basis of personal financial planning. Any Extension consumer financial education program would need the concept to explain financial products that involve a series of payments over some length of time (pensions, fixed annuities, and mortgages). A table of annuity factors is presented that can be used in financial planning situations to explain the impact of interest rate and time length on the cash received from these financial products. A set of examples is included to illustrate use of the table.
ANALISIS PENGARUH MOTIVASI, LINGKUNGAN DAN SEMANGAT KERJA TERHADAP KINERJA KARYAWAN PADA PT. PDAM
Authors: Idris M. Abduh , Naim Muh. Rezky
Published: August 2023

The author conducted a study entitled The Influence of Motivation, Environment and Work Morale on Employee Performance at PT. PDAM Majene Regency In this study, the authors proposed a construction problem related to the influence of work motivation on employee performance at PT. PDAM Majene Regency, How the Work Environment Affects Employee Performance at PT. PDAM Majene Regency, How Workplace Morale Affects Employee Performance at PT. PDAM Majene Regency and what motivational, environmental, and moral factors have the most influence on employee performance at PT. PDAM. The population is not too large, so the sampling technique that will be used in this study is a saturated sampling technique with a sample of 20 respondents, while the sampling technique using the tools used in the study must be tested for reliability and validation. And multiple linear regression, partial significance test (t-test), and concurrent significance test (f test) were included simultaneously in the regression model for the dependent variable tested at an average significance level of 0.05. Regarding the results that the author can convey after researching the effect of motivation, environment, and morale on employee performance, the following conclusions can be drawn: employees influence employee performance, influence employee morale on employee performance and motivation, employee environment and enthusiasm simultaneously or jointly affect the performance of f employees at PT. PDAM Majene Regency.

Keywords: Motivation, Environment, Morale, Employee Performance
ПОРІВНЯЛЬНИЙ ЦЕФАЛОМЕТРИЧНИЙ АНАЛІЗ РОЗМІРІВ ВЕРХНІХ ДИХАЛЬНИХ ШЛЯХІВ З ВИКОРИСТАННЯМ ЗДВОЄНИХ БЛОКІВ І МОДИФІКОВАНИХ ФУНКЦІОНАЛЬНИХ ПРИСТОСУВАНЬ У ПАЦІЄНТІВ З АНОМАЛІЯМИ ПРИКУСУ II КЛАСУ ЗІ ЗВУЖЕННЯМ ВЕРХНІХ ДИХАЛЬНИХ ШЛЯХІВ
Authors: Дрогомирецька М.С. , Садек Абу Сулейман Мохаммед
Published: August 2023

Вступ. Дистальний прикус є однією з найчастіших проблем у практиці ортодонтії. У випадках дистального прикусу та ретрогнатичного положення нижньої щелепи, функціональні пристрої часто використовуються для стимуляції росту нижньої щелепи під час ортодонтичного лікування. Один з найпопулярніших функціональних пристроїв для лікування дистального прикусу – це Твін-блок. Однак, ефект його застосування на розміри верхніх дихальних шляхів залишається невизначеним. Мета. Порівняння результатів ефективності впливу запропонованого модифікованого функціонального апарату та Твін-блоку на зміни показників ТРГ у динаміці ортодонтичного лікування пацієнтів із селективними формами дистального прикусу, ретрогнатичною нижньою щелепою та звуженням верхніх дихальних шляхів. Методи дослідження. Нами проведено аналіз цефалометричних рентгенограм у 104 дітей із скелетними формами дистального прикусу та звуженням верхніх дихальних шляхів у періоді змінного прикусу, на піку зростання (CS3 і CS4 – пубертальні стадії) віком від 7 до 13 років на кафедрі ортодонтії Національного університету охорони здоров’я України імені П. Л. Шупика. Результати. Запропонований модифікований функціональний пристрій (МФП) дозволяє усунути морфологічні порушення, відновити функцію жувальної системи, нормалізувати положення під’язикової кістки, нахил м’якого піднебіння, адаптацію шийного хребця і корекцію нахилу голови, а також розширити верхні дихальні шляхи (ротоглотки, гортаноглотки) та забезпечити естетичні результати лікування у коротші терміни порівняно з застосуванням твінблоку. Висновки. Застосування функціональної апаратури у дітей із скелетними формами дистального прикусу є обов’язковою складовою ортодонтичного втручання, оскільки усуває патологію прикусу та відновлює функціонування зубо-щелепової системи.
БІОФІЗИЧНІ ПОКАЗНИКИ ТВЕРДИХ ТКАНИН ЗУБІВ ТА ЯКОСТІ КІСТОК У ДІТЕЙ ПРИДУНАВ’Я В ПРОЦЕСІ КОМПЛЕКСНОГО СТОМАТОЛОГІЧНОГО ЛІКУВАННЯ
Authors: Веліков М.І. , Дєньга А.Е. , Почтар В.М. , Шнайдер С.А. , Непряхина О.В. , Коновалов М.Ф. , Пришко З.Р.
Published: August 2023

Протягом тривалого періоду в Придунав’ї існує недостатність якісної води для пиття, недостатній розвиток системи первинної медичної та санітарної допомоги, включаючи мережу закладів, що надають стоматологічну допомогу дитячому населенню. Несприятлива екологічна ситуація в регіоні стає чинником розвитку численних патологічних процесів у дитячому організмі. Органи та тканини ротової порожнини, зокрема пародонт, також втягуються в патологічний процес. Мета роботи. Оцінка впливу комплексного стоматологічного лікування на біофізичні характеристики твердих тканин зубів та якість кісткової тканини у дітей Придунав'я. Матеріали і методи. В даних дослідженнях приймало участь 93 дитини Придунав’я віком 6-12 років. Дітям групи порівняння проводилася санація порожнини рота і професійна гігієна. Діти основної групи додатково отримували розроблений комплекс адаптогенів, протизапальних, антиоксидантних, мембраностабілізуючих та ремінералізуючих препаратів, який містив наступні компоненти: «Кверцетин-гранули з пектином» (ПАТ НВЦ «Борщагівський ХФЗ», Україна) 1 таблетка на добу; комплекс вітамінів і мінералів «Алфавіт-школяр» (Вітаміни АОА, Україна) 1 таблетка на добу; чистка зубів пастою R.O.C.S. Ефективність проведення нами профілактики стоматологічної захворюваності у дітей віком 6–12 років регіону, оцінювалась за спектроколориметричною оцінкою кислоторезистентності та проникності емалі зубів, її електрометричного показника, денситометричною оцінкою якості кісток. Результати та їх обговорення. Згідно з отриманими даними, в основних групах дітей Придунав’я вже за 6 місяців після застосування лікувально-профілактичних заходів колірна інтенсивність забарвлення зубів метиленовою синню (S) знизилась у порівнянні з вихідним станом на 1,38 рази, а за 1 рік – на 1,81 рази. В контрольній групі колірна інтенсивність забарвлення зубів за тестом резистентності за цей період не зазнала значних змін (незначне збільшення). Висновки. У дітей Придунав’я, які отримували лікувально-профілактичний комплекс в процесі стоматологічного лікування, спостерігалося підвищення швидкості розповсюдженості УЗ-хвилі в кісткових тканинах (SOS) і покращення їх структури (BUA);
Decision-making in a family microenterprise in La Estancia, San Juan del Rio, Qro.
Authors: CORTÉS-ALVAREZ Yolanda , CORTES-ALVAREZ Alfredo , GONZALEZ-NERI Aarón Iván , QUEZADA-MORENO Maribel
Published: August 2023

This research project shows how a family in the community of La Estancia, San Juan del Río, Qro. with a small food business, with decisions made by the owner have been a livelihood for many years and this can be considered by all people who wish to start a business.
Caracterización de eventos microsísmicos: procesamiento y algoritmos
Authors:   , Brunini García Germán Ismael
Published: August 2023

La microsísmica comprende al conjunto de técnicas y métodos orientados al procesamiento de las señales registradas durante un tratamiento de estimulación hidráulica de un reservorio de hidrocarburos. El objetivo principal de este procesamiento es el de extraer, de las trazas sísmicas registradas durante el monitoreo, la información necesaria para comprender las propiedades del yacimiento que está siendo estimulado. En este sentido, resulta imprescindible contar con técnicas modernas y eficientes destinadas a extraer la mayor cantidad de información posible de estas trazas. En esta Tesis se presentan un conjunto de estrategias diseñadas específicamente para el procesamiento de datos microsísmicos de pozo. Para comenzar, se introduce un método que permite comparar diferentes estrategias de filtrado de ruido obteniendo medidas cuantitativas sobre su desempeño. Para ello, se construyen histogramas de polarización a partir de las señales antes y después del filtrado, y se analizan sus diferencias. Los resultados encontrados indican que el método constituye una estrategia viable para cuantificar el impacto de diferentes algoritmos de filtrado. Luego, se presenta un método heurístico (differential evolution) para la determinación de las coordenadas espaciales de los eventos microsísmicos registrados durante una fractura hidráulica. El mismo está basado en un procedimiento no-determinístico, desarrollado específicamente para resolver problemas de tipo no-lineal. Además, se compara su desempeño con el que logran otros algoritmos de localización, tales como particle swarm optimization y very fast simulated annealing. La aplicación de dicho método resulta en localizaciones con precisiones satisfactorias. Por último, se muestra el diseño e implementación de una red neuronal en el problema de la inversión del tensor momento. Se encuentra que utilizando únicamente la posición del evento y las amplitudes relativas de la señal, la red es capaz de recuperar el tensor momento del mismo con altos niveles de confianza. Todas las herramientas utilizadas para obtener los resultados presentados en este documento fueron mayormente desarrolladas y/o implementadas por códigos en lenguaje Julia, Python y, en menor medida, Fortran. El objetivo final de los algoritmos presentados es, por un lado, brindar alternativas útiles para el procesamiento de las señales microsísmicas con aplicación al monitoreo de los procesos fracturación hidráulica, y por otro, contribuir en la evaluación de la calidad de los resultados de métodos ya existentes.
The modern Ichthyofauna of the Moscow River
Authors: Bykov A. D.
Published: August 2023

Based on the results of ichthyological monitoring, the structure of the catches of fixed, ring and smooth nets, as well as the fry seine for sections of the upper and lower reaches of the Moscow River in 2010–2018 is presented. There were no significant changes in the composition of the ichthyofauna of the Moscow River above the capital compared to the 80–90s of the twentieth century. In the middle and lower reaches of the river, limnophile fish dominate in number and biomass. The share of invasive and previously not accounted for in catches of species in the fish population of the Moscow River by the 20s of the XXI century is already 38 % (17 species), although the occurrence in catches does not exceed 1.3 %.

   The aim of the work is to analyze the dynamics of the ichthyofauna and determine the fish productivity of various sections of the Moscow River according to the results of ichthyological monitoring of the freshwater fish laboratory of the VNIRO Federal State Budgetary Institution for 2010–2018.

   Methods used: the collection of ichthyological material was carried out by active and passive net fishing gear. The estimation of the number and biomass of fish was carried out according to traditional methods of direct accounting using smooth and ring nets, as well as a fry seine.

   Novelty: for the first time during the period of ichthyological research, information is provided on the structure of catches for various sections of the Moscow River according to the hydrological regime. The indicators of fish biomass calculated on the basis of fishing with various tools are presented. The presence of new alien species in the ichthyofauna of the Moscow River at the present stage of its ecosystem existence has been revealed.

   Practical significance: the results of the work allow us to assess the dynamics of the composition of the fish population and the structure of ichthyocenoses for different sections of the river according to the hydrological regime. The estimation of the number and biomass of fish is necessary to predict the recommended catch of the most significant objects of amateur fishing. Assessment of the state of populations of fish species uncharacteristic for the basin of the Moscow River makes it possible to understand the mechanism of invasive processes and the degree of adaptation of intruders in the conditions of the ecosystem of the Moscow River.
Estimation of long-term changes in thermal conditions and distribution of Atlantic and Subarctic water in the XXI Century in the Norwegian Sea on area surveys data
Authors: Sentyabov E. V.
Published: August 2023

Purpose of the work: assessing the spatial and temporal variability of thermal conditions in waters of various origins in the Norwegian Sea in the first decades of the 21st century.

   Materials: oceanographic data collected during the International Ecosystem Surveys in the Norwegian Sea in 2000–2021.

   Methods used: comparative data analysis, descriptive statistics methods, correlation analysis.

   Results: the “boxes”, temperature in which most fully describes the change in the temperature of the Atlantic and Subarctic waters of the Norwegian Sea, were identified. This is confirmed by the high correlation coefficients of temperature in the “boxes” with the water temperature over a wide area of distribution of waters of various origins. The interannual temperature variability in the “boxes” was studied with the separation of warm and cold periods. An assessment of the interannual variability of the distribution boundaries of the Atlantic and subarctic waters is made by the position of isotherms at different horizons. A statistically significant relationship is shown between changes in the temperature of Atlantic and Subarctic waters according to the “boxes” data and changes in the boundaries of the distribution of water masses and the position of the frontal zone between them.

   Practical significance: the results of the analysis of in situ data from annual areal surveys make it possible to estimate the interannual variability of the thermal state of waters of various origins in the Norwegian Sea in the absence of standard sections and can be used to predict the distribution of pelagic fish in the sea area depending on oceanographic conditions.
A REVIEW OF POST COVID19 PULMONARY FIBROSIS
Authors: Nallathambi Abirami , Sreekaanth S , Varghese Jereen
Published: August 2023

Background Infection by COVID- 19 can affect a range of clinical sequels, from asymptomatic to severe life-threatening course or death. The
development of pulmonary brosis is accounted one of the key concerns regarding COVID- 19 pulmonary sequelae as it's associated with
architectural deformation of the lung parenchyma and overall impairment of lung function resulting in reduced quality of life.Aim The purpose of
this review is to present the existing evidence-based literature on the association between Covid 19 and lung brosis. MethodsAn extensive search
of all materials related to the topic was carried out in the PubMed. Keywords used in the search include calcium and hypertension. Atotal of 2,563
articles were found, out of which a total of eleven studies similar to the current study objectives and publicly available for free were included in the
study and analyzed. Conclusion Most of the studies showed a positive correlation between Covid19 and lung brosis. The studies are sparse, and
the included studies had smaller sample sizes. Hence, more large-scale clinical studies are needed to determine the clinical signicance of Covid19
and lung brosis.
A STUDY TO ASSESS THE CAMBRIDGE BEHAVIOURAL INVENTORY REVISED TOOL IN SCREENING BEHAVIOURALABNORMALITIES AMONG ELDERLY POPULATION WITH DEMENTIAAT A TERTIARY CARE CENTRE IN KANYAKUMARI.
Authors: S Devisree. , Janardhan Apoorva
Published: August 2023

Background: Behavioural abnormalities and cognitive dysfunction are the major disease manifestation and its identication aids in early
diagnosis and management and it plays a vital role in improving the quality of life of people with dementia. Cambridge Behavioural Inventory
Revised Tool is an informant applied tool for screening behavioural abnormalities among dementia people. This study was conducted with an
objective to assess the utility of CBI-R in screening of behavioural abnormalities in dementia in elderly population. Methodology: Modied,
validated, self administered questionnaire of CBI-R was used. The questionnaire was translated to Tamil language and back translated to English.
It was administered to a group of patients with dementia and to a comparison group of individuals without dementia. The prevalence of each
behavioural abnormality among these 2 groups was compared. Result: The study shows that CBI-R (Tamil version) has good utility in screening
behavioural abnormalities in dementia and has equal efcacy when compared to CBI-R in other local languages in India, CBI-R in English and also
with NPI. Using CBI-R, it was observed that the 3 most common behavioural abnormalities in the study population with dementia were defects in
memory, every day skills and impairment in self-care. Least common abnormality detected was change in beliefs.
RING RETAINED SILICONE FINGER PROSTHESIS: A CASE REPORT
Authors: Kaur Puar Jasleen , Narang Vishwas , Kaur Jaswinder
Published: August 2023

Finger and partial nger amputations are some of the most frequently encountered forms of partial hand loss. The loss of a nger can produce
functional disturbances in one's life apart from the psychological trauma that one goes through. When surgical reconstruction is contraindicated,
prosthetic restoration of amputed nger with silicone materials is an alternative to eradicate the psychological, functional problems and thereby
improving the patient's quality of life. This case report describes the steps of prosthetic rehabilitation of partially amputated nger with silicone
prosthesis using room temperature vulcanized silicones.
A STUDY OF PLATELET INDICES IN ACUTE ISCHEMIC STROKE AND ITS CORRELATION WITH STROKE SEVERITY AND CAROTID DOPPLER STUDIES
Authors: D Dularijith. , A. Ravi L. , Chandramouleesw aran V. , Narasimhan Ranganathan Lakshmi
Published: August 2023

Background. Platelets are an important linkage between inammation, thrombosis and atherogenesis. Platelet indices are markers of platelet
function and activation. Mean platelet volume (MPV) has been identied as an independent predictor of the risk of stroke among high-risk
individuals with a prior cerebrovascular disease history. Platelet indices may interpret the net pathophysiological effects of a number of
cerebrovascular disease risk factors and therefore represents as a broad biomarker of risk of stroke and carotid atherosclerosis. Platelet indices
panel is easily available in hemogram and hence can be used with cost effectiveness. Very few studies have looked into this association especially in
south Indian population. Aims and objectives: To study the association between platelet indices and acute ischemic stroke and its correlation with
clinical severity and carotid doppler studies in south Indian population. Methodology: This Case control study was done in the Institute of
neurology of madras medical college. Case group consisted of 152 willing consecutive patients admitted with acute ischemic stroke. Patient with
comorbidities likely to interfere with platelet function or morphology were excluded from the study. The control group consisted of age and sex
matched 152 controls. Detailed history taking, Modied Rankin score, clinical examination and CT/MRI imaging done. Carotid artery Doppler
study was used to measure the carotid intima media thickness. Results and conclusions: From our study we concluded that MPVand platelet count
is higher in patients with acute Ischemic stroke and it correlates with its clinical severity. By ROC curve analysis, when MPV level was taken as
11.3 femtoliter, a sensitivity of 80.3% and specicity of 80.3% were found in risk stratication of stroke. There was no association between platelet
indices and carotid intimal median thickness
Assessment of the Severity of Indoor Air Pollution Sources and Control Strategies in Printing Presses in Zaria Metropolis, Nigeria
Authors: Ayeni O. , Ibrahim E. C. , Danjuma J. Z. , Agada V. O. , Lawal F. M. , Stanley A. M..
Published: August 2023

The mitigation of indoor air pollution sources in printing facilities is crucial for ensuring healthy indoor environments and protecting the health and well-being of employees. This study assessed the severity of indoor air pollution sources and the different pollutant control strategies in use in 22 printing presses in Zaria metropolis, Kaduna State. The study adopted a quantitative method. A checklist was used to characterize the selected printing facilities and examine the severity of indoor air pollutant sources on a 5-point Likert severity scale. The instrument was also used to check the availability of Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) monitoring devices and Indoor Air Pollution (IAP) control technology/strategy currently in use in the printing facilities. Findings revealed 1 pollutant source (dust) with mean value of 3.55 to be severe, 9 others to be mild, and 11 to be non-severe. All the assessed printing presses have available compliant inks and coatings, while 100% unavailability of IAQ monitoring devices/equipment or capture systems were observed. The study concluded that by implementing effective control measures and monitoring of indoor air quality, the risk of negative health effects associated with exposure to indoor air pollutants can be minimized in the printing facilities. The study also recommended that Facility managers and policymakers must prioritize the implementation of effective control measures in printing facilities to reduce exposure to indoor air pollutants and improve IAQ, which ultimately promotes the health and well-being of press employees.
An Investigation of the Relationship between Phonetics and Phonology
Authors: Al-Hindawi Fareed , Al-Hassnawi Hussein Dhahi , Al-Ebadi Hani
Published: August 2023

This paper investigates the controversial issue of therelationship between Phonetics and Phonology. Throughout literature, there are different views and opinions that tackle this relationship, but none of them is adopted as the acceptable one. This is so because each has evidence as well as its merits and demerits. Generally, three main views about the relationship between phonetics and phonology can be introduced: they are the same, they are different but arbitrarily related , they are different but conditionally integrated.
The morphology of the village in the Abbasiya district, the village of Abu Gharb, as an example
Authors: العبدلي رحيم محمد
Published: August 2023

The geography of rural settlement is one of the types of human geography that appeared in the second half of the twentieth century. As for the morphology of the village, it is one of the most important topics that are studied within the subject (rural settlement) because it studies some important elements in the village such as (the village plan, land uses rural dwelling style). With regard to the study area, it is represented by the village of Abu Gharib, which is one of the most important villages of Al-Abbasiya district, which is one of the three agricultural districts belonging to the Kufa district with my two districts (Kufa district center and Al-Hurriya district). and barley rice). The research came with three topics, the first dealt with the village plan
An effective study of textual syntax and Arabic rhetoric in analyzing phonetic phenomena (an analytical comparison in the sermon “Al-Gharaa” and “Al-Ashbah” from Nahj Al-Balaghah)
Authors: زارع آفرين , کريمي راضية
Published: August 2023

This study aims to compare the effectiveness of grammar and Arabic rhetoric in analyzing phonetic phenomena, and to show the different ways that both rhetoricians and text scholars follow in analysis with a descriptive-analytical approach. In this field, the focus is on defining the phonetic phenomena common to Arabic rhetoric and the syntax of the text, and identifying the points of agreement and divergence between them when analyzing literary texts, within the framework of analyzing an eloquent literary text and a great book, Nahj al-Balaghah.