bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A case report on Phaeochromocytoma in a young girl; A great masquerader hidden among many clinical clues
Authors: Dissanayake P. , Pathirana N. , Jayawardana I. U. , Pathmanathan S. , Sumanatilleke M.
Published: July 2023

Introduction: Phaeochromocytomas and paragangliomas (PPGLs) are rare neuroendocrine tumors that can be lethal if left undiagnosed. But the variability in the clinical presentation can make the diagnosis challenging even to the most experienced clinician.
Case Description: We describe a case of a phaeochromocytoma in an 18-year-old girl who had had a multitude of non-specific symptoms over 3 years without apparent hypertension but with persistent tachycardia. Despite having had classic symptoms of PPGLs at times (episodic flushing, palpitations, and headaches), a phaeochromocytoma was not suspected as she was labeled with panic attacks due to her social circumstances at the time of presentation. A large adrenal mass was detected incidentally and further evaluation revealed elevated metanephrine levels. She underwent curative surgery successfully and remains symptoms free to date. She will be under lifelong surveillance for a recurrence as the possibility of an underlying genetic defect is high considering her young age.
Conclusion: PPGLs can have a very diverse presentation, evading early detection. A high degree of suspicion is needed to diagnose during the early course of illnes.
Menopause: A multidimensional approach to optimal Endocrine health
Authors: Pathmanathan S. , Abhayaratna S. A.
Published: July 2023

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EQUINOIDES DA FORMAÇÃO JANDAÍRA, CRETÁCEO SUPERIOR DA BACIA POTIGUAR, NORDESTE DO BRASIL: ESTADO DA ARTE
Authors: Xavier Juan Henrique Bueno , Scheffler Sandro Marcelo , Ghilardi Aline Marcele , Manso Cynthia Lara de Castro , Santos Claude Luiz de Aguilar
Published: July 2023

Echinoids from Jandaíra Formation, Upper Cretaceous, Potiguar Basin, Northeastern Brazil. The present paper analyzes the studies about fossil echinoids from the Jandaíra Formation, Upper Cretaceous, Potiguar Basin, Northeastern Brazil, with the purpose of showing the current knowledge about the species of the geological unit. The bibliography was obtained by searching websites such as Scholar Google, Memória da Biblioteca Nacional, Biodiversity Heritage Library, and Periódicos Capes. Furthermore, we contacted several researchers in the area of study, looking for access to any missing bibliography. We surveyed 32 studies, including monographs, dissertations, abstracts, papers in scientific journals, and book chapters. A timeline was produced for each species. We concluded that are fourteen valid species for the formation: Petalobrissus lehugeurae Alves; Petalobrissus setifensis Cotteau; Petalobrissus cubensis Weisbord; Mecaster texanus Roemer; Mecaster fourneli Agassiz & Desor; Hemiaster cearensis Brito; Hemiaster catandubensis Maury; Mecaster sp.; Rosadosoma riograndensis (Maury); Phymosoma major Coquand; Goniopygus durandi Perón & Gauthier; Coenholectypus upanemensis Beurlenou, Coenholectypus serialis sp.?; Phymosoma sp.; and Pygorhynchus sp.?. A considerable diversity. However, apart from taxonomy, few studies address other subjects such as paleoecology, taphonomy, biogeography, and stratigraphy. The observations raised, help to understand the taxonomic history of the echinoid species. Accordingly, they might indicate the direction of future studies about echinoids of the Jandaíra Formation. Keywords: Echinodermata, Echinoidea, Taxonomy, Upper Cretaceous.
QUINZE ANOS DO LABORATÓRIO DE PALEONTOLOGIA DE MACROINVERTEBRADOS (LAPALMA) DA UNESP/BAURU: PRINCÍPIO, ESTABILIDADE E CONTRIBUIÇÕES À PALEONTOLOGIA NACIONAL
Authors: Ghilardi Renato Pirani , Baumann-Di Lábio Débora Eliza Henriques , Martins Henrique Bazzo , Sousa Felipe Nascimento , Limeira Junior Silvio Cesar Marqui , Ribeiro Victor Rodrigues
Published: July 2023

Fifteen years of the Macroinvertebrate Paleontology Laboratory (LAPALMA) at Unesp/Bauru: principle, stability, and contributions to national paleontology. The Macroinvertebrate Paleontology Laboratory (LAPALMA) celebrates its 15th anniversary in 2022, and since then has been actively contributing to the development of Brazilian paleontology. Founded by Prof. Dr. Renato Pirani Ghilardi at Universidade Estadual Paulista “Júlio de Mesquita Filho” (UNESP) on the Bauru campus, with Actuopaleontology and the study of Paleoinvertebrates (Taxonomy, Taphonomy and Paleobiogeography) as the main lines of research. LAPALMA’s productivity has been growing exponentially, as well as participation in scientific events (PALEOs, Symposiums, Congresses, etc.). Finally, since 2007, the Laboratory has been developing several field works, which allow the construction of a scientific collection of extreme importance for the studies on paleoinvertebrates, mainly the Devonians. Keywords: Historical paleontology, scientometry, paleoinvertebrates, museology.
Bombay Blood Group for Pediatric Cardiac Surgery in the Era of a Pandemic: Newer Challenges Call for Desperate Measures!
Authors: Narula Jitin , Saxena Rachit , Bindal Sonia
Published: July 2023

Bombay blood group is one of the rarest blood types with a prevalence of 1 per 10,000 population in India. Children and adults of this blood group can receive autologous blood or blood from an individual with a Bombay phenotype only. Children with grown-up uncorrected cyanotic heart disease are associated with a high risk of perioperative hemorrhagic diathesis and may require multiple blood transfusions. Arrangement of adequate Bombay blood group units for pediatric cardiac surgery is a unique challenge. The COVID-19 pandemic brought about additional difficulties in the procurement of blood components due to donor hostility. Despite the associated risks, pre-operative multi-session autologous blood harvest under monitored anesthesia care was planned in a 16-year-old child and four units of autologous blood were harvested and preserved for performing total correction surgery.
Comparative Efficacy of Serratus Anterior Plane Block (SAPB) and Fentanyl for Postoperative Pain Management and Stress Response in Patients Undergoing Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (MICS)
Authors: Saikat Sengupta , Shweta Singh , Somalia Mukherjee , Dibyendu Khan , Sushan Mukhopadhyay
Published: July 2023

Background:

Fast-tracking plays a significant role in reducing perioperative morbidity and postoperative hospital stay by facilitating early extubation and optimal pain control. Attenuating the stress response to surgery also has a crucial function in enhancing recovery. Serratus anterior plane block (SAPB) is a recently described technique for chest wall analgesia. More data is required to find out the effectiveness of analgesia by SAPB for minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS).

Aim:

The study aimed to assess the efficacy and safety of ultrasound-guided SAPB compared to fentanyl for controlling post-thoracotomy pain and stress response in patients undergoing MICS.

Setting and Design:

Time framed comparative, prospective, and observational study.

Materials and Methods:

Patients undergoing MICS for coronary artery bypass grafting under general anesthesia were randomly assigned into two groups. SAPB group (Group A) patients were given 0.2% of 20 ml ropivacaine followed by catheter insertion for continuous infiltration at the end of the procedure. Fentanyl group (Group B) patients were given fentanyl infusion for postoperative analgesia. The primary outcome measured changes in visual analog scale (VAS) score (pain) and cortisol levels (for stress response) in both groups.

Results:

VAS score was significantly low in Group A when compared to Group B (P < 0.0001). Cortisol levels were also lower in the SAPB group. Hemodynamic parameters (systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure, pulse rate, and oxygen saturation) were more stable in Group A with a lesser requirement of top-up analgesics.

Conclusion:

SAPB was more effective than fentanyl in managing post-thoracotomy pain after MICS. Cortisol level was lower in the group that received SAPB.
Eyelid metastasis after rectal adenocarcinoma
Authors: Nivean Pratheeba D , Madhivanan Nivean , Chelladurai Vimala , Priya Shanmuga Devi
Published: July 2023

Colorectal carcinoma being one of the most common gastrointestinal carcinomas in humans has few metastatic sites. An unusual presentation of eyelid metastasis in a patient with rectal adenocarcinoma has been discussed in this case report. The patient presented with eyelid secondaries with no other secondaries elsewhere in the body.
Sectoral, tongue-shaped inflammatory posterior corneal stromal debris with adjacent scleritis and episcleritis of infectious etiologies
Authors: Babu Kalpana , Nagaraj Kavya , Konana Vinaya Kumar
Published: July 2023

We report an interesting corneal finding of sectoral, tongue-shaped posterior corneal stromal debris with adjacent episcleral inflammation in one case and scleral inflammation in the other case. With appropriate antibiotic treatment, the stromal debris consolidated, organized, and resulted in posterior corneal stromal scarring. The etiology was Pseudomonas scleritis in the first case and Mycobacterium tuberculosis–associated episcleritis in the second case. This case report highlights an atypical corneal finding and its clinical course. The need to rule out infections as a cause in such presentations, especially in the developing world, is emphasized through this report.
Off-label use of intravitreal brolucizumab injection for fibrinous central serous chorioretinopathy
Authors: Chakraborty Somnath , Sheth Jay U
Published: July 2023

The authors describe the first case report of management of central serous chorioretinopathy (CSCR) associated with subretinal fibrin deposition by intravitreal injection (IVI) of brolucizumab in a 45-year-old male. At 3 months, his best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA) improved from 20/200 to 20/80. On fundus evaluation, there was complete resolution of the subretinal fluid (SRF) and fibrin, which was confirmed on spectral-domain optical coherence tomography (SD-OCT). There were no reports of ocular or systemic adverse effects. Increased flux and permeability of the retinal pigment epithelium secondary to anti-vascular endothelial factor (anti-VEGF) injection agent can explain the migration of the fibrin toward the choroid and its resolution. Further molecular and clinical studies are warranted to better understand the role of brolucizumab in the management of fibrinous CSCR.
Triple trouble
Authors: Balasubramaniam Anand , Nandan Bhavna R , Gowda Nayana V
Published: July 2023

A middle-aged female with previous history of being treated as herpes keratitis, presented with a central deep stromal ulceration and overlying neurotrophic epithelium. On re-scraping, the culture grew Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Aspergillus flavus. Due to the aggressive nature of the organisms, during follow up, a central perforation was noted, for which emergency therapeutic keratoplasty was done and post-operatively medicated with topical eye drops as per culture and sensitivity. Hence, we are presenting this rare case report of Pseudomonas aeruginosa in a non-contact lens user, along with a co-infection of Aspergillus flavus in a previously compromised cornea with herpetic keratitis.
Myopia in retinopathy of prematurity
Authors: Banerjee Mousumi , Sharma Akshat , Azad Shorya Vardhan , Rao Siddhartha
Published: July 2023

Myopic changes in the fundus have been known to have a protective role in vasculopathy. The reduced metabolic demands prevent the progression of vascular disorders in myopic eyes. However, this theory might not be applicable for myopia in retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) babies. An increased retinal surface area in an eye with a longer axial length might aggravate the progression of ROP. We discuss two cases of unilateral progression of ROP in a longer axial length eye.
Orbital metastasis of choriocarcinoma from a testicular malignant germ cell tumor
Authors: Kiratli Hayyam , Ağın Abdullah , Koç İrem , Akman Orkun , Söylemezoğlu Figen
Published: July 2023

A 43-year-old man presented with a painful left proptosis 6 years after he had had orchiectomy for a mixed germ cell tumor. He also previously developed pulmonary and brain metastases, which were treated with chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Magnetic resonance imaging studies revealed an irregular mass confined to the left superior orbit. The neoplastic cells stained positive for human placental lactogen and sal-like protein 4 but negative for Alpha fetoprotein (AFP), CD30, and octamer binding transcription factor 3/4, compatible with metastatic choriocarcinoma. A painful mass located in the superior orbit in a young man must arouse the suspicion for a metastatic testicular carcinoma.
Deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty in advanced secondary lipid keratopathy
Authors: Kalwad Anupama , Agraharam Satish G , Polisetty Sowmya
Published: July 2023

A 33-year-old male presented with progressive diminution of vision in his right eye for the past ten years following an alkali injury. Examination revealed diffuse, central, advanced, secondary lipid keratopathy (LK) with best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA) of counting fingers-one meter (CF-1 m). Anterior segment optical coherence tomography (AS-OCT) revealed a thin and scarred cornea. Due to the advanced stage of the condition, a manual deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty (DALK) with argon laser photocoagulation (ALPC) to feeder vessels (500 m, 200 ms, 300 mv) combined with intraoperative needle thermal cautery was performed. A reasonably clear cornea with a good visual outcome with complete surface epithelization was achieved postoperatively and documented on AS-OCT at follow-up.
Spinal Instrumentation in the Setting of Nontuberculous Spondylodiscitis: A Prospective Analysis
Authors: Prasad Himanshu , Murthy P. V. Satyanarayana , Varma Vamsi K , Reddy A. V. Gurava
Published: July 2023

Study Design:

This was a prospective cohort study.

Purpose:

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of surgical treatment in nontuberculous spondylodiscitis and its effects on the functional and radiological outcomes and define a treatment algorithm.

Overview of Literature:

Most of the available literature on surgical management of nontuberculous spondylodiscitis is retrospective in nature. A prospective study analyzing functional (Oswestry Disability Index [ODI] and Visual Analog Scale [VAS]) and radiological outcomes of surgical intervention is scanty in the literature.

Materials and Methods:

A prospective analysis of 22 patients was performed who underwent surgical intervention for biopsy-proven nontuberculous spondylodiscitis. Preoperative ODI and VAS scores were compared with that at 1-year postoperative follow-up. Microbiological details of each patient were noted. Radiological evidence of healing was reported at the final 1-year follow-up.

Results:

Of 22 patients, 12 were male and the remaining were female, with a ratio of 1.2:1. The average age was 58 years. The most common region of involvement was lumbosacral followed by dorsal and cervical. All the patients underwent single-stage surgery. Microbiological studies showed growth in only 16 patients (72.7%). Staphylococcus aureus was the most common organism isolated. The mean VAS score before surgery was 8.9 which improved to 2.05 at 1-year follow-up. Similarly, the mean ODI score improved from 86.64% to 20.65% at 1-year follow-up with significant P < 0.01. Two patients needed revision for implant loosening. At the final follow-up, all patients had radiological evidence of bony consolidation.

Conclusions:

The study highlights improved outcomes with surgical intervention combined with appropriate antibiotics. With minimal complication rates, increased stability achieved following surgery alludes to good pain control and hence early mobilization. However, there is a grave concern about culture-negative spondylodiscitis which can lead to poor outcomes. Hence there is a need for further multicentre studies to strategize management of these cases.
New Composite Indexes through Factor Analysis Simplifying the Interpretation of Health-Related Quality of Life Outcomes of Surgical Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Patients Completing both Scoliosis Research Society-22 and SAQ Questionnaires Longitudinally
Authors: Chau Wai-Wang , Ng Bobby Kin-Wah
Published: July 2023

Background:

Both Scoliosis Research Society-22 (SRS-22) questionnaire (on patients’ outcome) and Scoliosis Appearance Questionnaire (SAQ) (on patients’ appearance) were well-accepted and well-validated patient-reported outcome measures. Our center administered both to severe adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) patients who underwent spinal correction. In view of a total of 14 (9 + 5) major domain scores from both questionnaires, this study attempted to develop new composite indexes using factor analysis. Materials and

Methods:

All operated AIS patients within the years 2014 and 2016 were recruited. Patients were administered both SRS-22 questionnaire and SAQ before surgery, before discharge after surgery, 1 year after surgery, and 2 years after surgery. Factor analysis without rotation was carried out and identified a total of 12 factorable domains. Factor analysis with rotation on the 12 domains was followed. Descriptive statistics and reliability analysis on the loaded factors (composite indexes) were calculated.

Results:

There were 135 severe AIS patients recruited in this study, of which 74.1% were female, and the mean age at operation was 15.97. Two factors were yielded after factor analysis (KMO = 0.633 and Bartlett’s Test of Sphericity < 0.001) with orthogonal rotation. “Trunk symmetry and health-related quality of life (HRQOL)” loaded with 2 SAQ and all 5 SRS-22 scores, and 5 SAQ scores in “Body appearance.” Reliability tests showed very strong internal consistency. Skewness and kurtosis showed data in both indexes were normally distributed.

Conclusions:

Two composite indexes “Trunk symmetry and HRQOL” and “Body appearance” were loaded after factor analysis of 12 domains from SRS-22 and SAQ. Both composite scores were reliable and normally distributed. The development of the new composite indexes “Trunk symmetry and HRQOL” and “Body appearance” simplifies result interpretation without losing the characteristics of SRS-22 and SAQ. Results can be interpreted in the same direction.
Gold Returns Prediction
Authors: Yavuz Ahmet , Eken Süleyman
Published: July 2023

INTRODUCTION: Major events such as economic crises, inflation, geopolitical tensions, and interest rates can have a significant impact on the price and returns of gold.
OBJECTIVES: In this work, we focus on gold return prediction in five major events that occurred in Turkey.
METHODS: We work on two data, one of which is text-based and the other is financial data. In the financial part, many algorithms are tested and it is found that Extra Trees Regressor gives the best results in most metrics. In text-based part, we first create a new dataset and then implement sentiment analysis and topic modelling.
RESULTS: Working on data with two different modes (numeric and text) offers different perspectives.
CONCLUSION: The use of sentiment analysis alone to forecast gold returns is not advised, it should be noted. To produce a more precise and trustworthy estimate of gold returns, additional fundamental and technical elements including interest rates, inflation, geopolitical concerns, and supply and demand should also be taken into account.
Compatibility of theta lifts and tempered condition
Authors: Li Zhe , Wang Shanwen
Published: July 2023

In this note, assuming the nonvanishing result of explicit theta correspondence for the symplectic–orthogonal dual pair over quaternion algebra
$\mathbb {H}$
, we show that, for metapletic–orthogonal dual pair over
$\mathbb {R}$
and the symplectic–orthogonal dual pair over quaternion algebra
$\mathbb {H}$
, the theta correspondence is compatible with tempered condition by directly estimating the matrix coefficients, without using the classification theorem.
Interseccionalidad. Un dispositivo teórico-metodológico para el estudio de las migraciones
Authors: Cubillos-Almendra Javiera , González-Pavicich Consuelo , Contreras-Hernández Paola
Published: July 2023

Las contribuciones epistemológicas feministas evidencian la necesidad de resignificar y reinventar los dispositivos metodológicos de las ciencias sociales. En este escenario, el artículo propone abordar la interseccionalidad –desde la noción de Colonialidad de género— como un dispositivo teórico-metodológico beneficioso para el estudio de las migraciones. Dicha aproximación permite ahondar en los factores históricos y coyunturales que acentúan dinámicas de desigualdad, exclusión y vulnerabilidad en el colectivo migrante. Para ilustrar el potencial analítico de la interseccionalidad, analizamos cuatro entrevistas a mujeres inmigrantes en la Región del Maule (Chile). Los resultados evidencian que la interseccionalidad enriquece el análisis, reparando en la imbricación de factores identitarios, experiencias migr torias y condicionantes político-institucionales.
Development of Secondary Forest Succession Based on Estimation of Forest Carbon Stocks Ten Years Post-Merapi Volcano Eruption
Authors: Utami Inggita , Sakti Anjar Dimara , Yusuf Febriant Isabella , Husna Fahmiatul , Susanto Denni
Published: July 2023

The eruption of the most active volcano in Indonesia, Mount Merapi, has resulted in a very dynamic landscape as a form of ecosystem succession. This study aimed to analyze the carbon stock and vegetation composition in the secondary forest with variations in the level of disturbance after the 2010 eruption of Mount Merapi. Data collection was carried out in January 2020, in which biomass, necromass, and soil organic carbon data were taken in plot transect and Geographic Information Systems carbon stock products compared field data. The results showed that secondary forests at stations A and B with low and medium disturbance levels had carbon stocks in the high category. In contrast, station C at Cangkringan Resort, with high disturbance levels, still had carbon stock with a low category. Furthermore, the comparison of 2020 field data with GIS carbon stock products concluded a similar pattern between carbon stock from aboveground biomass WHRC 2010 and belowground biomass NASA 2010. This research concludes that the disturbance affected forest carbon stocks ten years after the 2010 Merapi eruption. Therefore, monitoring the vegetation community needs to be carried out annually through a combination of spatial and direct checks in the field.
Fermentation of Gracilaria verrucosa to Reduce Insoluble Non-Starch Polysaccharide (iNSP) Using Cellulolytic Bacteria Pseudomonas stutzeri (ISO2) for a Dietary Ingredient of Golden Rabbitfish, Siganus guttatus
Authors: Mulyaningrum Sri Redjeki Hesti , Haryati  , Aslamyah Siti , Laining Asda , Suwoyo Hidayat Suryanto
Published: July 2023

A series of experiments were conducted to optimize P. stutzeri (ISO2) fermentation in reducing the non-starch polysaccharide (NSP) of G. verrucosa as golden rabbitfish feed ingredient. A completely randomized experimental design in triplicates was used to optimize the pH of CMC media and the duration of fermentation. Using a 3 × 3 factorial design with two factors and triplicates, the optimum substrate-inoculum interaction was determined. Nine levels combination of G. verrucosa (G1 = 50 g; G2 = 100 g; G3 = 150 g) and P. stutzeri inoculum (P1 = 5%; P2 = 10%; P3 = 15%) were investigated. Cellulolytic activity (CA) of P. stutzeri was measured using UV-vis spectrophotometer, meanwhile chemical compound and physical characteristics of fermented G. verrucosa were evaluated using Fourier Transform Infra Red (FTIR) and Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) respectively. Data on fermentation optimization were analyzed statistically using ANOVA. The result indicated pH, duration of fermentation and substrate-inoculum ratio had a significant effect on bacteria growth and CA (P<0.05). P. stutzeri grew well at pH 8, the fermentation process was ideally running in four days with (150 g-10%) G:P level. Hemicellulose was the most biodegradable NSP compared to cellulose and lignin. Fermented G. verrucosa (FG) had FTIR vibrations which indicated the conversion of the cell wall to reducing sugar. The fermentation process resulted in surface structure changes of G. verrucosa based on SEM photos.
Macroarthropod Diversity, Distribution, and Community Structure in Cikarae Cave of the Klapanunggal Karst, West Java
Authors: Kurniawan Isma Dwi , Rahmadi Cahyo , Akbar Rahmat Taufiq Mustahiq , Omar Calva  , Ameliee Fezaa Ashelia Zakia , Ependi Ahmad Zaenal
Published: July 2023

Arthropods are the most dominant fauna in cave realms. Ecological studies of cave-dwelling arthropods are essential for cave ecosystem conservation. This study was conducted to determine the ecological aspects of macroarthropods in Cikarae Cave, West Java, focusing on their diversity, distribution, and community structure. The cave passage was divided into three zones based on environmental disparities. Data collection was carried out through direct search and counting methods. Data were analyzed using non-metric multidimensional scaling (NMDS) and several ecological indices (diversity, evenness, and dominance). Nineteen macroarthropod morphospecies were recorded and distributed among 5 classes, 11 orders, and 18 families. Most of these morphospecies were troglophiles. A new troglobitic species (Isopoda: Philosciidae) with a high degree of troglomorphy and exclusive microhabitat was registered. Most morphospecies were collected in Zone 1 (17), followed by Zone 3 (9) and Zone 2 (8). Collected macroarthropods preferred cave walls over floors and ceilings. Overall, Cikarae showed a low diversity index (0.782) and evenness (0.265), while dominance was relatively high (0.692). Trachyjulus tjampeanus, Rhaphidophora sp., and Theridiosomatidae sp. were the most dominant taxa.
Germany’s Attitude Vis-à-vis International Crime and its Prosecution by Domestic Courts
Authors: Dauster Manferd
Published: July 2023

International and national immunities prevent prosecution. They must therefore be observed ex officio. In the case of a subordinate Afghan military officer and his acts relevant under international criminal law, the highest German criminal court, by ruling of 28 January 2021, found that customary international law does not contain such immunities, if the accused officer committed Rome Statute offences abroad against non-German victims. The finding reinforces the principle of global jurisdiction according the Rome Statute. The court defined the legal war crimes element of torture. Torture does not necessarily require the use of physical force; injuries suffered are therefore an indicator. The concept of torture is also satisfied if an atmosphere of violence is created that may influence the victim’s right to self-determination in the intention of the torturer. An additional crime element consisted in the violation of post-mortem dignity of human beings, which demands respectful treatment of dead opponents. A public display of dead adversaries for the purpose of propaganda runs counter this.
Sharm el-Sheikh Climate Change Conference
Authors: Bakošová Lucia
Published: July 2023

The year 2022 offered the international community an opportunity to take concrete steps in reducing the impacts of climate change. In November 2022, the State Parties of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and the Paris Agreement, as well as representatives of international organizations, corporations, civil society and activists met in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt to discuss the current state of climate change and measures that are capable to protect future generations from adverse effects of climate change, mitigate or adapt to them. The paper comments on the outcome documents and key issues that were discussed at the Sharm el-Sheikh Climate Change Conference (COP27), as well as measures that were adopted. Particular attention is focused on the Sharm el-Sheikh Implementation Plan. The key issues that are addressed in this paper are related to the rising amount of emissions, failure to move away from fossil fuels, and the newly established loss and damage fund.
Šoltys, Dominik: The H(andb)ook of Legal Feminism: The Concept, Nature, Features, Development and Forms of Legal Feminism
Authors: Majer Sára
Published: July 2023

JUDr. Dominik Šoltys's, PhD monograph on the topic of feminism, a resonant theme in recent decades, is, as the title alludes to, more than a handbook of legal feminism. The author critiques the foundations of contemporary patriarchal society from the perspective of social, political, and economic gender inequality, arguing in favours of the power of legal feminism as a determined pursuit and popularization of women's rights in a world constantly dominated by the malaise of gender inequality.
Report from the Public Debates on the Draft Amendment to the Criminal Code
Authors: Turay Lukáš , Mihálik Stanislav
Published: July 2023

On March 30, 2023, Public Debates on the draft amendment to the Criminal Code were held in the premises of the Comenius University Bratislava, Faculty of Law, which was organized by the Ministry of Justice of the Slovak Republic in cooperation with the Comenius University Bratislava, Faculty of Law.
Extended commutator algebra for the $q$-oscillator and a related Askey-Wilson algebra
Authors: Cantuba Rafael Reno S.
Published: July 2023

Let $q$ be a nonzero complex number that is not a root of unity. In the
$q$-oscillator with commutation relation $ a a^+-qa^+ a =1$, it is known that
the smallest commutator algebra of operators containing the creation and
annihilation operators $a^+$ and $ a $ is the linear span of $a^+$ and $ a $,
together with all operators of the form ${a^+}^l{\left[a,a^+\right]}^k$, and
${\left[a,a^+\right]}^k a ^l$, where $l$ is a nonnegative integer and $k$ is a
positive integer. That is, linear combinations of operators of the form $ a ^h$
or $(a^+)^h$ with $h\geq 2$ or $h=0$ are outside the commutator algebra
generated by $ a $ and $a^+$. This is a solution to the Lie polynomial
characterization problem for the associative algebra generated by $a^+$ and $ a
$. In this work, we extend the Lie polynomial characterization into the
associative algebra $\mathcal{P}=\mathcal{P}(q)$ generated by $ a $, $a^+$, and
the operator $e^{\omega N}$ for some nonzero real parameter $\omega$, where $N$
is the number operator, and we relate this to a $q$-oscillator representation
of the Askey-Wilson algebra $AW(3)$.
НЕМАЧКИ ПОГЛЕД НА СРБИЈУ У 18. ВЕКУ
Authors: Ђорђевић Милош
Published: July 2023

Све врсте публикација у Светом Римском царству немачког народа представљале су део ширег утицаја на јавно мњење, које је сазревало у 18. веку. У функцији информисања становништва о широком спектру тема – политичких, културних и верских, зависиле су од неколико фактора: тренутка у којем се објављују, издавачке политике власника штампарије или притиска владара у виду цензуре. Издавач, односно власник штампарије, одлучи- вао је о темама које ће презентовати у публикацији, носећи са собом терет уобличавања јавног дискурса и покретања друштве- не дебате. Градови Светог римског царства, попут Нирнберга, Регенсбурга, Франкфурта, Лајпцига, Беча и других, били су се- дишта штампарија одакле су дела продавана широм царства. У зависности од града у којем се налазила штампарија, односно од утицаја царског двора, издавач је имао више или мање слободе у презентовању тема и садржаја прихватљивих владарима. Имајући у виду прогресију броја читалаца у земљама царства (око 25% крајем века), може се истаћи да је први пут дошло до сазревања свести милиона људи о територији и становништву на рубу југо- истока Европе. У овој књизи ће бити представљен велики број штампаних дела на немачком језику из 18. века, у којима су де- лимично или у потпуности објављиване ратне вести, путописни садржаји, занимљивости и појаве из Србије. С обзиром на то да су аутори и издавачи за своја дела црпили сазнања из званичних државних аката, ратних извештаја, дневника и других примар- них извора, њихова дела се могу сврстати у публиковане секун- дарне изворе. Уз критику појединих сегмената извора, аутори или издавачи (у делима непознатих аутора) износили су своја размишљања о темама и на тај начин учествовали у јавним рас- правама путем штампаних медија.
Method for detecting the source of radio interference affecting train radio communication in the band of 2.13 and 2.15 MHz
Authors: Kutsenko S. M. , Rukavishnikov N. I. , Evdokimova O. G. , Kurbanov J. F.
Published: July 2023

There are many factors that infl uence the process of organising train movements, quality radio communication being one of the most important. The intelligibility of the dispatcher’s commands to the driver is important in deciding what action to take, and in informing the dispatcher of the train situation on a particular section of the track. Sources of radio interference that have an interfering effect on the quality of the train radio signal are natural and artifi cial interference. The sources are mainly low-frequency interference. One of the constant sources of high-frequency emissions that affect stable operation of train radio communications refers to discharges generated in the high-voltage insulation of power lines, including discharges generated in the insulation of overhead wires. Spark discharges, the source of radio interference, occur both on the surface of the insulator (usually called surface partial discharges (SPD)) and inside the insulation (such discharges are called partial discharges (PD)). In the operation of high voltage insulation, those insulators that contain PD and PPD are called defective insulators. PD and PD diagnostics are carried out twice a year by means of a laboratory car. Discharge registration is performed in the visible and ultraviolet range. There are acoustic methods for registering PD and SPD. It is proposed to register discharges in the electromagnetic frequency range. For prompt detection radio interference, it is recommended to place antennas on the laboratory car, and combine measurements with current diagnostics of high-voltage insulation, that will allow increasing reliability of the results received in the course of diagnostics. To increase the accuracy of radio interference source detection, two antennas are considered to be placed on the laboratory car.
“An all-inclusive, user-friendly resource”: A Review of Taylor, Bogdan, and DeVault’s Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods: A Guidebook and Resource (4th Edition)
Authors: Worku Tegegn Mohammed , Alemayehu Wolde Haymanot , Ashebir Leta , Debela Kenenisa Lemi
Published: July 2023

We reviewed Taylor, Bogdan, and DeVault’s book entitled, Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods: A Guidebook and Resource (4th ed., 2016), and found to be an all-inclusive guide, user-friendly, and resourceful for qualitative researchers. Its inclusion of selected studies as examples to align them with the narratives of the main body of the study makes its value greater.
Analysis Young Driver Behavior in “Z” Generation
Authors: Khotimah Khusnul , Yogi Arisandi
Published: July 2023

The magnitude of the cause of the accident due to driver error causes the need to do an analysis related to the characteristics of the driver and the factors that most influence the cause of the accident and then the road. At this time the young driver is in generation Z who has an age between 16-21 years. Then an analysis of the characteristics of the causes of traffic accidents, especially in the "Z" generation of drivers by using the driver simulator "Teknosim" and the results of the analysis of observations through crosstab models and chi square test to the influential variable. Obtained the characteristics of the generation driver "Z" in low traffic tend to move lane under the right conditions, brake suddenly with very minimal dexterity, this causes collisions with other vehicles with a very short reaction time without agility of 0.012 minutes, and not yet can improve how to drive and can not prevent wasteful consumption of fuel even in traffic that is not dense with Asymp.Sig values. (2-sided) in the amount of 0.010 - 0.014. In heavy traffic conditions, the "Z" Generation driver has the characteristic of tapping the horn and tends to brake suddenly with a very small braking distance or too close to the vehicle in front of him and very minimal dexterity with the Asymp.Sig value. (2-sided) in the amount of 0.014 - 0.017.
The Effect of Pre Order Online Sales to Company Profits on PT. Aventama Hervent Solusindo Bandung
Authors: Tiris Sudrartono
Published: July 2023

This research aims to find out how online pre order sales and profit earning on PT Aventama, also how big is the effect of pre order online sales towards the profit on PT Aventama, and to get to know about what are the efforts that could be able to do for increase the company profits through online pre order sales. Theory that supports in this research was revealed by Oki Pamungkas, 2018 who said that online sales is  conducting sales activities from looking for potential buyers to offering products or goods by utilizing the internet network that is supported by a set of electronic devices as a link to the internet network, while Toto Prihadi 2012 said that profit is a measure of company's performance obtained from the results of reduction results of sales minus production costs.

From conducted research, it can be obtained of the results of online pre order sales and company profits on PT Aventama, it's obtained results of 77.2% for online pre order sales and 35.7% for the profits and are categorized well. Then the correlation test is used for find out about the effect of online pre order sales with the results obtained at 84%, this value can be interpreted that the effect of online pre order sales to profits is very strong, while the other 16% is effected by other factors that it’s not examined by the author. Based on a simple linear regression analysis obtained Y '= 3.307 + 0.420X it means every online pre order sale is improved, it will be followed by an improve in company profit of 0.420 at a constant 3.037.

With this research, it's expected that there will be a change in the company's profit through increasing online pre-order sales by creating advertisements, providing more complete ready stock products, and adding new suppliers so that the ordering process of products is faster to consumers
Analysis Conextivity Sidewalk Desaign In Tasikmalaya School Area
Authors: Yogi Arisandi  , Khusnul Khotimah
Published: July 2023

In some areas of Tasikmalaya there is an education zone. Conditions in the zone, some students are forced to walk on the road because of the unavailability of sidewalks or dealing with traffic vehicles passing by and very unfriendly to school children. To improve the safety, comfort and safety of pedestrian users, it is necessary to plan the needs of integrated pedestrian facilities in Tasikmalaya Regency. In this study using pedestrian analysis method that is done on sidewalk and pedestrian way and method of alignment analysis. It was found that the volume of vehicles> 1000 vehicles / 12 hours and pedestrian volume> 300orang / 12 hours. Pedestrian facilities such as sidewalks and pedestrian facilities are indispensable in the education zone of Tasikmalaya Regency to minimize conflicts (vehicles and pedestrians). In one of the research sites, namely on Jl. K. H. Zaenal Musthafa requires pelican crossing because of the huge volume of vehicles and the very high volume of pedestrians. Integrated pedestrian concept is done by connecting Jl. Paledang with Jl. Garut-Tasikmalaya, Jl. Bantar Payung- Jl.Garut-Tasikmalaya.
Implementation of the Islamic Economics in the Traditional Market of Brebes Regency
Authors: Akbar Nuur Purnama Darma Wahana  , Syaifulloh Muhammad
Published: July 2023

The concept of Islamic Economics emphasizes that market Trading and pricing need to be regulated to uphold market balance and economic justice in view of interests of those involved in the market. This study aims to analyze the Islamic Economy’s observance in accordance with Islamic sharia in the traditional markets, the number of merchant populations used as samples was 138 people, the research method uses qualitative descriptive, data collection techniques by observation and structured interviews. The results showed that traders in the traditional market of Manis Kosambi Cikakak Village had practiced trade with Islamic Business Ethics. The Practice of Islamic Economy in the Traditional Market of Brebes Regency had been carried out by most traders almost 84.8%. The system of commerce with the islamic economy is rooted in and habutual practices with islamic business ethics, doing bussiness by selling clean products, honesty, openness, fair, and by backing out of riba, or loan shark has been accustomed by traditional merchants of Brebes Regency in Manis Kosambi market Cikakak Village of Brebes Regency

Keywords: Islamic Economic Traditional Market
Job Satisfaction and Work Motivation in Enhancing Generation Z’s Organizational Commitment
Authors: Nabahani Putri Rakhmatia , Setyo Riyanto
Published: July 2023

Generation Z is a generation with unique characteristics that makes them differ from their predecessor. With Generation Z entering the workplace, there are currently three generations (Gen X, Gen Y, and Gen Z) that must work together and coordinate within the company. However, Generation Z is known to be a “job hopper” generation. They like to switch between jobs for a certain reason. This behavior is surely associated with the concept of organizational commitment. Furthermore, both variables (motivation and satisfaction in work) presumed to have a great impact on organizational commitment. Therefore, the aim of this study is to observe on how to enhance Generation Z’s organizational commitment through job satisfaction and work motivation. This observation is to explain on what Generation Z expects and values the most in the workplace and how employers can meet those expectations. Research method used is desktop-based research which consists of secondary data collected from different research papers, journals, articles, and books.
The The Influence of Microfinance Programmes on Women Owned SME Development in Mashonaland West Province of Zimbabwe
Authors: Zvirikuzhe Comfort
Published: July 2023

Women have benefited greatly from financial support from a variety of sources, including MFIs, in their active participation and involvement in the expansion of the economy and the creation of employment possibilities in the small and medium firm sector. The prosperity of society is largely attributed to Women Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) development, which is also linked to economic growth and development, bettering living conditions, generating new employment opportunities, and technical advancement. This study sought to establish the Influence of Microfinance products on women-owned SMEs development in Mashonaland west province of Zimbabwe. . A pragmatist paradigm research philosophy was adopted. A mixed research approach was used. A cross sectional survey research design a self-constructed structured questionnaire and an interview guide was used to collect data. The study targeted women SMEs who have been receiving Microfinance services in Mashonaland West Province of Zimbabwe. Three hundred and seventy seven women SMEs were exposed to the questionnaire and 30 were exposed to interviews. Descriptive statistics such as mean and standard deviation were used for data analysis. To test the research hypothesis the researcher used structural equation modelling in AMOS and data collected was presented in tables and figures. Cronbach’s alpha (α) was used to determine reliability after data collection and the researcher tested for discriminant validity by comparing average variances extracted (AVE) against squared inter construct correlations. The study found out that the women SMEs are aware of the Microfinance products and services and are using some of the products. It was also found that there is a positive relationship between Microfinance products and women-owned SMEs development. However MFIs are not offering non-financial products to women SMEs and also Microfinance institutions are putting more societal pressure on poor women by extorting money from them with excessive interest rates. . Also lack of collateral was another barrier which hinders women from accessing MFIs products. These findings add something new to the body of existing knowledge. The government is argued to intervene so that MFIs would charge reasonable rates and also MFIs to provide the appropriate products that helps women-owned SMEs to develop. Finally, it is suggested that similar research be conducted with MFIs management and employers as responders. This could result in fresh contributions to the study.
RETAINED SURGICAL SPONGE IN A DOG: CLINICAL ASPECTS AND SURGICAL APPROACH
Authors: BURTAN Liviu Catalin , Ciubotariu Alexandra
Published: July 2023

Although retained surgical sponges are rarely reported, their clinical aspect can sometimes vary and therefore, the diagnosis can be challenging. An eight-year-old mixed breed dog was brought in for a skin lesion on the lateral abdominal wall that appeared nine weeks previously, which could not be treated even though both local and general therapy had been carried out. During antibiotic administration, the dog’s condition improved, but once the treatment was completed, the wound and secretions started to reappear. Diagnosis of a retained surgical gauze was based on history, clinical signs, radiological examination and confirmed by surgical exploration. This article aims to describe the clinical and surgical findings of this pathology, which appeared four years after the surgical procedure, in order to disseminate knowledge about the complications that may occur if negligence, disorganisation or lack of emergency protocols exists.
Drug Trafficking Problems and Approaches to Prevention in Armenia: Expert Opinions
Authors: Mkhitaryan Samson
Published: July 2023

Considering the detrimental impact of drugs and the prevailing issue in our country, the Scientific Research Center of Applied Problems in Criminology at the National Bureau of Expertise of the National Academy of Sciences of Armenia conducted an expert survey. The objective was to determine the extent of drug trafficking, factors influencing it, the social groups most affected, the common drugs used, sales mechanisms, and strategies employed to combat drug trafficking. The survey involved 16 experts representing the police, the Investigative Committee, and the prosecutor's office. The results of the study include risk analysis and methodology to prevent drug trafficking in Armenia within the regional context.
Applicability of Possible Models to Ensure Easy Access to Employment For RA Students
Authors: Yeghiazaryan Syuzanna
Published: July 2023

In this article, a number of issues of student employment are considered, related to solving the problems of interaction between universities and the labor market, ensuring unhindered access of students to the labor market, and also determining ways to prevent the negative impact of student employment on the quality of education.
  Thus, the informational model of interaction between the university and the labor market, the motivational model of student behavior, as well as the organization of employment of students according to their future profession or related professions are of great importance for increasing the level of professional training of students, professional adaptation and solving problems of social integration in the industrial environment.