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Comparative Study of 3T3 Fibroblast cells grown in the normal and increased glucose conditions under the influence of Aloe vera and Costus pictus
Authors: Krishnamurthy Rukmani , Rajagopal Anitha , Subashini R , v Harshni , P.S Shruthi
Published: January 2024

The drugs developed from medicinal plants are to be examined for its positive and negative impact on the human body and the cell culture plays a major role. The elevated glucose levels in diabetic patient leads to complications in wound healing and currently, several research studies have been focused to treat this condition using scratch wound assay which is commonly performed to study the cell migration activity. Aloe vera is very aware of its wound healing property and Costus pictus is orally consumed to control the blood glucose levels. The present study is aimed at comparing the scratch closure rate of cells that were grown under optimum and increased glucose conditions when treated with the extracts of Aloe vera / Costus pictus. The aqueous extracts of Costus pictus and Aloe vera were prepared and characterized spectroscopically using Fourier Transform Infra-Red (FTIR) and UV-Vis spectroscopy. In vitro activities of both the plant extracts were revealed and the cytotoxicity of extracts on 3T3 fibroblast cells were tested by MTT assay. The treated 3T3 fibroblast cells were subjected to wound scratch assay under normal and increased glucose levels and the scratch closure rate was calculated at the intervals of 24, 48 and 72 hrs. The treated 3T3 fibroblast cells under increased glucose conditions exhibited a scratch closure rate of 99.09 % at 72 hours whereas that of the same cells grown under optimum glucose conditions displayed a scratch closure rate of 99.58 %.
Detection of Species Diversity in Oral Fungi Colonization and Anti-Fungal susceptibility among Non-Oral Habit adult patients
Authors: A. G. Ramadan Mohamed , S. Mustafa Lojaine , A. Jaber Mohamed , S. Ingafou Mohamed
Published: January 2024

Background: The fluctuating spectrum of Candida species in the oral environment and their antifungal susceptibility pattern, especially among the immunocompromised individuals, have made the identification of Candida species and the detection of their drug resistance is important for quality patient care. The aims of this study are to identify and specify oral fungal species among dental patients and to assess their susceptibility to the commonly used antifungal drugs. Oral rinses were collected randomly from 120 consecutive patients who made routine check-ups at 3 different dental clinics during the year 2021. Included patients are adults, aged 18 years or above, not receiving chemotherapy or radiotherapy, and not currently taking any antifungal drugs or antibiotics. Oral rinses were collected using standard methods from each patient. Species identification and antifungal susceptibility tests of Candida isolates were performed using a semi-automated microbial identification system: “Integral System Yeasts Plus” (ISYP). A total of 59(49.1%) cases were found to have positive growth in yeasts. Out of these cases, Candida albicans was the most predominantly isolated yeast in 39 cases (66%), followed by Candida tropicalis in 8(13.6%), Candida dubliniensis in 3(5.1%), Rhodotorula rubra in 2(3.4%), and 1 case from each of the other species. The overall resistance rates for the tested antifungals were as follows: nystatin (6.8%), amphotericin B(6.8%), flucytosine (3.4%), econazole (10.2%), ketoconazole (1.7%), clotrimazole (13.6%), miconazole (10.2%), itraconazole (8.5%), voriconazole (8.5%), and fluconazole (11.9%). Most fungal species in this study are either sensitive or intermediately sensitive to most antifungal agents, except Candida stellatoidea, which was resistant to all the tested antifungals, and Candida catenulata, which was sensitive only to ketoconazole and voriconazole. Rhodotorula rubra was resistant to 50% of the tested antifungals. The outcome of this study recognized that oral fungi species are predominated by Candida albicans with variable antifungal susceptibility; however, most are sensitive to the commonly available antifungals. The combination of identification ability and drug susceptibility testing is helpful, especially from the clinical point of view.
Design, Synthesis and Evaluation of Schiff base derivatives of Isatin as Antibacterial agents
Authors: Sainy Jitendra , Sharma Poonam , Yadav Vinita
Published: January 2024

A novel series of Schiff bases derivatives of isatin has been designed, synthesized, and evaluated for antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) and Escherichia coli (E. coli). The binding mode of the designed compounds was investigated in the active site of enzyme peptide deformylase of E.coli and S. aureus respectively. Eighteen compounds were designed based on a literature review and docked against peptide deformylase catalytic cavity. All new compounds were tested for in vitro antibacterial activity against a variety of Gram positive and Gram-negative bacterial strains, such as S. aureus and E. coli, using the broth dilution method standard using actinonin and quercetin as references. The compound-14 and 5 showed the highest mol dock score in the docking study as well as good in vitro antibacterial activity minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) against S. aureus and E. coli at 50µg/ml than standard drug quercetin. The minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) determination revealed that the molecules were more active against Gram positive bacteria than Gram negative bacteria. The compounds demonstrated promising antibacterial properties, with MICs ranging from 25 to 50µg/ml.
Platelet Derived Growth Factor Expression after Administration of Okra Fruit Extract on Diabetic Wistar rats
Authors: Luthfi Muhammad , Tantiana Tantiana , Ekasari Rachmawati Aisyah , Binti Abdul Razak Fathilah
Published: January 2024

Background: Increased AGEs in diabetics promote a protracted inflammatory response and macrophage malfunction in growth factor release, one of which being Platelet Derived Growth Factor (PDGF). The disruption of proliferation and angiogenesis is influenced by a reduction in PDGF expression. Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) fruit extract possesses antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-diabetic properties. This extract aids in the inflammatory process, macrophage proliferation, and immunomodulatory macrophage roles in the production of growth factors. Purpose: The goal of this study was to observed if giving an okra fruit extract to a diabetic Wistar rat will improve the expression of PDGF in the wound healing process following tooth extraction. Methods: 24 Wistar rats were divided into 2 groups: Control Group (Streptozotocin-induced), and Treatment Group (Streptozotocin-induced and treated with okra fruit extract 250mg/kgB Woral sonde once a day after extraction). Extraction was performed on the lower jaw left incisor. Four rats from each group were sacrificed on day 3, 5, and 7 after the extraction. To evaluate the number of PDGF expression, the socket on the left lower jaw was cut open and immunohistochemistry was performed. Results: There was a significant difference between the number of PDGF expressions on the treatment group on day 3 (10.92245±0.80934), day 5 (15.71875±1.31646) day 7(17.71875±1.24506) with control group on day 3(3.71875±1.65004), 5(7.94791± 0.51637), and 7(7.89062±0.61740). Conclusion: On diabetic Wistar rats, okra fruit extract modulates the increase in PDGF expression in wounds after tooth extraction.
Diabetes type 1 øker risiko for selvmord: Hva kan psykologen gjøre?
Authors: Wilhelmsen-Langeland Ane , Handelsby Nina , Wisting Line , Winje Eirin
Published: January 2024

People with type 1 diabetes (T1D) have an elevated risk of suicidal ideation and death by suicide compared with the general population. The aim of the present article is to provide updated and evidence-based knowledge about the association between T1D and suicide. A further aim is to discuss how specific psychological aspects of T1D may contribute to a heightened risk of suicide. We emphasize the importance of closeness to death, responsibility, stigmatisation, loneliness, shame, burnout, unpredictability and lack of control. Daily self-management is highly demanding. The illness is associated with a risk of severe somatic complications such as visual impairment, dementia, cardiovascular disease, impaired renal function and premature death. Type 1 diabetes also increases the risk of neuropathy, other types of painful conditions and fatigue. Finally, we suggest approaches that may help psychologists address these issues.

Keywords: type 1 Diabetes Mellitus, suicide, mental health issues, health psychology
LUS-TLBO Optimized Load Frequency Control for EV-Thermal-Hydro System Using Cascaded 3DOFPID-FOPID-FOPD-TID Controller
Authors: Pahadasingh S. Et al.
Published: January 2024

This study unveils the application of cascaded-three degree of freedom proportional integral derivative -fractional order proportional integral derivative-fractional order proportional derivative-tilted integral derivative (CC-3DOFPID-FOPID-FOPD-TID) controller optimized by local unimodal sampling –teaching learning based optimization (Lus-TLBO) algorithm for frequency stability. Conventional controller under reformed operating situations, are not giving reasonable performances as compared to cascaded controller in terms of robustness towards system non-linearities. Hence, a novel optimal 3DOFPID-FOPID-FOPD-TID controller is exploited for 4-area hydro thermal power systems considering system non lineraities. Further batteries of electric vehicles (EVs) are conformed here in the control areas to speedily incarcerated frequency oscillations following load demands to improve the stability of the system. Frequent simulations are directed to substantiate the robustness and superiority of EVs and the recommended control strategy over prevailing approaches. A hybrid Lus-TLBO algorithm is introduced here to optimize the controller parameters. The supremacy of dynamic performances of Lus-TLBO optimized controller is accomplished with teaching learning based optimization (TLBO) based for EV with system and without system through extensive simulations. Moreover the preeminence of cascade 3DOFPID-FOPID-FOPD-TID controller is executed in comparison with 3DOFPID-FOPID-TID, 3DOFPID-FOPID and 3DOFPID-TID controllers. Finally the robustness of this cascade is performed under random load fluctuation.
Blockchain-Backed Verification Systems for Enhanced Interoperability and Trust in Managing Legal Documents across Multi-Cloud Environments
Authors: Akula .V.S. Siva Rama Rao Et al.
Published: January 2024

As cloud computing continues to evolve, the imperative for secure and interoperable legal document management becomes increasingly critical. This research paper introduces a blockchain-backed verification system designed to enhance security, interoperability, and trust in managing legal documents across multi-cloud environments. We present a decentralized framework that leverages blockchain technology for authenticating documents, ensuring their integrity and authenticity across different cloud platforms. Our multi-cloud framework facilitates seamless interoperability and flexible workflow management, while smart-contract-driven verification processes streamline validation and minimize security vulnerabilities. The implementation of this system has led to a notable improvement in document security, with a 100% reduction in security breach incidents and a 90% decrease in unauthorized access attempts. Audit processes have been optimized as well, achieving a 100% complete audit trail and reducing audit times by 80%. Moreover, the system has significantly enhanced user trust, demonstrated by a 50% increase in user satisfaction and a 300% rise in adoption rates. These advancements establish a resilient infrastructure for legal document management, promising a higher degree of security, operational efficiency, and trust, which are pivotal for the widespread acceptance and integration of cloud-based services in the legal domain.
Automated Glaucoma Detection in Retinal Fundus Images Using Machine Learning Models
Authors: Nagaratna P Hegde Et al.
Published: January 2024

Glaucoma, a neurodegenerative eye disorder, stands as a major global health concern, ranking second in causing blindness. The urgency for early detection is paramount to mitigate its irreversible effects on vision. This research presents an innovative model adept at analyzing retinal fundus images, aiming to assist ophthalmologists in early diagnosis. By harnessing the capabilities of Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN), Support Vector Machines (SVM), and k-Nearest Neighbors (KNN), our model demonstrated an impressive 86% accuracy in identifying diabetic retinopathy from retinal images. Focusing on glaucoma detection, we utilized the RIGA dataset, comprising 2,664 images, which are categorized into non-glaucoma (1,488 images) and glaucoma (1,176 images). Our model showcased a commendable testing accuracy of 94%. This endeavor not only amplifies the potential of machine learning in glaucoma prediction but also signifies a step forward in creating a user-centric, efficient diagnostic tool. Such innovations are pivotal in enhancing global eye care and reducing the prevalence of vision impairment due to glaucoma.
Enhanced Speech Emotion Recognition Using the Cognitive Emotion Fusion Network for PTSD Detection with a Novel Hybrid Approach
Authors: Chappidi Suneetha Et al.
Published: January 2024

In the evolving field of Speech Emotion Recognition (SER), essential for understanding and addressing mental health issues, conventional models often falter in interpreting complex emotional states, particularly those related to mental health conditions like PTSD. This study introduces the Cognitive Emotion Fusion Network (CEFNet), a novel hybrid SER model integrating Improved and Faster Region-based Convolutional Neural Networks (IFR-CNN), Deep Convolutional Neural Networks (DCNNs), Deep Belief Networks (DBNs), and the Bird's Nest Learning Analogy (BNLA). Aimed at surpassing the limitations of traditional models, CEFNet focuses on accurately interpreting nuanced emotional expressions, employing advanced machine learning techniques and comprehensive feature extraction. Evaluated using the EMODB and RAVDESS datasets, CEFNet demonstrated superior performance, achieving an accuracy of 98.11% and 91.17% on these datasets, respectively, outperforming existing models in precision and F1 scores. This research marks a significant contribution to SER, particularly in mental health applications, offering a robust framework for emotion recognition in speech. It opens avenues for future enhancements, including broader applicability across languages and cultural contexts, optimization for resource-limited environments, and integration with other modalities for more holistic emotion recognition.
Federated Learning in Real-Time Medical IoT: Optimizing Privacy and Accuracy for Chronic Disease Monitoring
Authors: Dhairyashil Patil Et al.
Published: January 2024

The rising occurrence of long-term illnesses requires inventive and effective healthcare solutions, and the incorporation of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies holds significant potential in revolutionizing conventional medical monitoring. This study presents an innovative method called Adaptive Federated Learning for Chronic Disease Prediction (AFL-CDP), which is specifically designed for real-time medical Internet of Things (IoT) applications. The main objective is to enhance both privacy and accuracy in the surveillance of chronic diseases. AFL-CDP utilizes federated learning, a decentralized approach to machine learning that allows for model training on multiple edge devices without the need to transfer raw data to a central server. This not only mitigates privacy concerns related to sensitive medical data but also improves the precision of predictive models by assimilating information from various data sources. The AFL-CDP adaptability enables the ongoing improvement of the predictive model using changing patient data, resulting in personalized and timely forecasts for chronic diseases. In order to improve privacy in IoT devices with limited resources, the study integrates the utilization of SPECK, an advanced technique for preserving privacy. SPECK utilizes secure aggregation and encryption mechanisms to safeguard patient data throughout the federated learning process, guaranteeing confidentiality while preserving the integrity of the model. Ensuring data security and patient privacy are of utmost importance, particularly in the field of medical IoT. The proposed methodology is assessed using a dataset that consists of real-time medical Internet of Things (IoT) data for the purpose of monitoring chronic diseases. The model's performance is evaluated using the Area Under the Curve (AUC) accuracy metric, and AFL-CDP achieves an impressive AUC accuracy of 94.37%. This showcases the efficacy of the federated learning framework in capturing the fundamental patterns in varied and decentralized healthcare data. To summarize, this study presents an innovative and strong approach for real-time medical Internet of Things (IoT) applications, highlighting the significance of privacy and precision in monitoring chronic diseases. The combination of AFL-CDP and SPECK offers a thorough method that not only satisfies the strict privacy demands of healthcare data but also achieves a high level of predictive precision, establishing the basis for enhanced patient results and personalized healthcare interventions.
LEAFLET: A Web-Based Leaf Classification System Using Convolutional Neural Networks
Authors: Paul Genre O. Lobaton Et al.
Published: January 2024

The Convolutional Neural Network (CNN), a crucial component of deep learning neural networks, is a network model frequently used in the classification of images, target recognition, and other applications. Utilizing this network model, this study aims to find the best CNN model compatible for the web-based application that can identify endemic trees found locally at FAITH College’s Serenity and Labyrinth Garden with 90% accuracy rate. Similar to this study, Salem et al. (2019) tested different classifiers with both Flavia and their own dataset and found that K-Nearest Neighbors (KNN) displayed the highest precision among all. The study focuses on a web application utilizing the five pre-trained models namely VGG-16, ResNet50, Inception V3, Xception and Sequential, and it was found that the best performing among those is the VGG-16 which was then used for leaf classification, achieving a remarkable 94% accuracy, surpassing the 90% objective. The application allows users to scan leaves of specific trees in a designated area, with accuracy not guaranteed beyond this zone. The application's performance is influenced by the user's device, internet connection, and image quality.
Donor Clonal Hematopoiesis and Recipient Outcomes After Transplantation
Authors: Gibson Chris
Published: January 2024

Clonal hematopoiesis (CH) can be transmitted from a donor to a recipient during allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplantation. Exclusion of candidate donors with CH is controversial since its impact on recipient outcomes and graft alloimmune function is uncertain. We performed targeted error-corrected sequencing on samples from 1,727 donors age 40 years or older and assessed the effect of donor CH on recipient clinical outcomes. We measured long-term engraftment of 102 donor clones and cytokine levels in 256 recipients at 3 and 12 months after transplant. We found that donor CH is closely associated with clinical outcomes in transplant recipients, with differential impact on graft alloimmune function and potential for leukemic transformation related to mutated gene and somatic clonal abundance. Donor DNMT3A-CH is associated with improved recipient survival because of reduced relapse risk and with an augmented network of inflammatory cytokines in recipients. Risk of donor cell leukemia in allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplantation is driven by somatic myelodysplastic syndrome–associated mutations or germline predisposition in donors.
Exploring the Role of Masculine Role Norms, Medical Mistrust, and Normative Support on Colorectal Cancer Screening Uptake among African-American Men
Authors: Rogers Charles R.
Published: January 2024

Among all racial and ethnic groups, African-American men are the most likely to get colorectal cancer (CRC) and to die of it. Screening can prevent CRC and save lives, but few African-American men receive a CRC screening test. This study recruited English-speaking African-American men aged 45 to 75 into focus groups to examine how their attitudes, beliefs, and life circumstances affected their likelihood of getting a CRC screening test. These focus groups revealed two important barriers for these African-American men to getting screened for CRC: the way they thought about the social expectations of being a man and their mistrust of doctors. The researchers concluded that healthcare professionals need to find ways to address these barriers when they develop programs aimed at encouraging African-American men to get screened for CRC.
The Spatial Landscape of Progression and Immunoediting in Primary Melanoma at Single-Cell Resolution
Authors: Nirmal Ajit Johnson
Published: January 2024

Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that can be cured if caught early but can be life-threatening if it spreads. In this study, we used a combination of imaging and sequencing technology to study how melanoma interacts with its microenvironment. We found that the organization of cancer cells, immune cells, and other cells in the body changes as melanoma progresses. In early stages, there are signs that the immune system is being suppressed. When melanoma becomes invasive, specific areas form where the immune system is suppressed, and cancer cells can grow and spread. However, a short distance away, there are also areas where the immune system fights cancer. This shows that cancer and the immune system can coexist and evolve together. This type of study helps understand how cancer can avoid being destroyed by the immune system.
Modeling epigenetic lesions that cause gliomas
Authors: Rahme Gilbert J.
Published: January 2024

Diffuse gliomas are the most common malignant primary brain tumors and remain incurable despite aggressive multimodal therapies. Understanding the mechanisms by which gliomas arise is a critical step towards improved therapies. Missense mutations in the metabolic enzyme Isocitrate Dehydrogenase 1 (IDH1) drive a subtype of diffuse gliomas with genome-wide DNA hypermethylation, termed the G-CIMP hypermethylator profile. This profile is caused by mutant IDH1 (IDH1mut) enzyme, which produces 2-hydroxyglutarate (2-HG), an oncometabolite inhibitor of the ten-eleven translocation (TET) demethylases. DNA hypermethylation may promote gliomagenesis by silencing tumor suppressor genes or, alternatively, by activating proto-oncogenes through disruption of CCCTC-binding factor (CTCF) insulators. CTCF insulator sites define the three-dimensional shape of the genome by dictating the boundaries of topologically associating domains (TADs). Enhancers and promoters can interact when located in the same TAD but are restricted from interacting across different TADs. In IDH1mut gliomas, CpG dinucleotides around CTCF binding sites are frequently methylated, effectively compromising CTCF binding and thus TAD organization. Importantly, the effects of TAD reorganization on gene expression are contingent on enhancers, which are cell-type specific.
To determine the epigenetic changes that fuel gliomagenesis, we employed a multi-omic approach on clinical IDH1mut glioma samples, leveraging methylation, transcription factor DNA binding, and gene expression analyses. We found a CTCF insulator near the Platelet-derived Growth Factor Receptor A (PDGFRA) proto-oncogene that is recurrently disrupted by methylation. We demonstrate that disruption of the syntenic insulator in mouse oligodendrocyte progenitor cells (OPCs) allows an OPC-specific enhancer to contact and induce Pdgfra, thereby increasing proliferation. We show that a second lesion, methylation-dependent silencing of the Cyclin-dependent Kinase Inhibitor 2A (Cdkn2a) tumor suppressor, cooperates with insulator loss in OPCs. Coordinate inactivation of the Pdgfra insulator and Cdkn2a drives gliomagenesis in vivo. Our study demonstrates the capacity of recurrent epigenetic lesions to drive gliomagenesis.
AL MATIN ADAPTIVE CAPABILITY: PENDEKATAN BARU DALAM TEORI DYNAMIC CAPABILITY
Authors: S. Anggraeni Fadjar
Published: January 2024

Buku ini sangat menarik disimak karena mengulas kapabilitas adaptif tidak secara konvensional. Penerapan adaptabilitas yang keliru akan mengakibatkan organisasi memiliki sifat arogan dan sewenang-wenang sehingga mematikan organisasi lain yang anggap sebagai pesaing. Dalam buku ini penulis berhasil mengintegrasikan "adaptive capability" dengan saslah satu asmaul husna yang luar biasa yaitu Al Matin. Sifat Al Matin yang diturunkan ke dalam indikator-indikator yang representatif akan mudah diimplementasikan olehh para pemangku jabatan di organisasi manapun. Oleh karena itu penting bagi mereka para pemangku jabatan untuk mengetahui secara lebih mendalam, konsep Al Matin Adaptive Capability (MACa) ini. Karena buku ini based on empirical research, maka sangat mungkin untuk diimplementasikan oleh semua organisasi. Selamat membaca!!
Prior offending among family violence perpetrators: A Tasmanian sample
Authors: Boxall Hayley , Payne Jason , Rosevear Lisa
Published: January 2024

It is common practice to assess the risk of family violence recidivism and the efficacy of perpetrator treatment outcomes by taking into account the offending histories of offenders. However, the relationship between the frequency of family violence offending and other types of offending has not been fully explored. This study provides a snapshot of the six year offending histories of a cohort of Tasmanian family violence perpetrators. What emerges is a clear association between the frequency of family violence incidents and a history of other offending. That is, a group of family violence perpetrators engaged in high levels of family violence offending were identified as committing a range of other types of violence, traffic offences and the breach of violence orders. The findings from this study have implications for policy and practice, including the treatment and identification of family violence perpetrators.
Recovery, return and reintegration of Indonesian victims of human trafficking
Authors: Lyneham Samantha
Published: January 2024

Once a trafficked person has exited an exploitative situation, they may require support to return and reintegrate into their chosen community. Using data contained in the International Organization for Migration Counter Trafficking Module, the recovery, return and reintegration experiences of Indonesian victims of human trafficking are examined in this paper. Understanding these experiences has important benefits in developing a better understanding of what assists returnees to recover and may decrease the likelihood of re-trafficking. Better monitoring and evaluation of return and reintegration programs will ensure that the most effective options are developed to assist victims based on the articulated needs and wants of trafficked people.
Responding to organised crime through intervention in recruitment pathways
Authors: Smith Russell
Published: January 2024

A multifaceted strategy is required to effectively combat organised crime. A key element of preventing and responding to organised criminal activity is to target how individuals become involved in illicit activities and to develop effective methods of preventing their recruitment. Using prior research into the methods used by organised crime groups to identify potential targets or confederates, and individuals’ motivations to seek or agree to participate in criminal activity, a framework is presented that identified key recruitment pathways together with some strategies that would make recruitment and engagement less effective.
Experiences of exploitation and human trafficking among a sample of Indonesian migrant domestic workers
Authors: Andrevski Hannah , Lyneham Samantha
Published: January 2024

Indonesia has one of the highest rates of workers seeking employment abroad, with the majority of these workers being females employed in domestic service. Due to the nature of recruitment, the process of migration and the location and characteristics of the work, Indonesian migrant domestic workers may in some instances be at risk of abuse, exploitation and human trafficking. Drawing on data contained in the International Organization for Migration’s Counter Trafficking Module, the experiences of Indonesian victims of human trafficking who were exploited as domestic workers in Malaysia are examined, as well as the risk factors that may have contributed to their exploitation. Understanding the nature of human trafficking and the risk factors for exploitation is crucial for developing domestic and regional responses that can effectively contribute to anti-human trafficking strategies in the southeast Asia region.
Nurse-Led Programs Focusing on Social Support for People with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Scoping Review
Authors: Santos Isabela Mendonça Rodrigues dos , Rolim Isaura Letícia Palmeira Tavares , D’Eça Júnior Aurean , Loureiro Maria Almira Bulcão , Silva Diogo Matheus Barros da , Lopes Geysa Santos Góis
Published: January 2024

Introduction: Nurse-led programs have a determinant role in the engagement of individuals in the self-management of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), as they contribute to improving quality of life. Self-management assisted by social support is vital, especially as it describes the importance of nurses in promoting health for people with T2DM, as this intervention can help reduce the consequences and progression of the disease. Objective: To map programs focused on nurse-led social support for people with T2DM. Materials and Methods: This is a scoping review in line with the methodological guidelines of the Joanna Briggs Institute. The search descriptors used were “autocuidado” (self-care), “intervenção liderada por enfermeiro” (nurse-led intervention), and “diabetes mellitus tipo 2” (type 2 diabetes mellitus), with searches in the Web of Science, Medline, CINAHL, Capes Theses and Dissertations Catalog, Scopus, JBI Evidence Synthesis, PsycINFO, and the Portuguese Open Access Scientific Repositories databases conducted between February and March 2022. The eligibility criteria were studies published within the last 10 years, in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, covering the individual’s experience in programs focused on self-management through nurse-led social support. Results: A total of 12 studies were included, all of which were published in the United States, England, and Iran, focusing on social support for self-management in people with T2DM, and centered on care facilities for people with chronic diseases. It was found that most nurse-led programs have been implemented in developed countries and that their main characteristic is their emphasis on social cognitive theory. The population was characterized by being mostly women, aged over 22, with a low level of education. Conclusions: The study met the proposed objective by demonstrating that, despite the low implementation cost with high social and economic returns, the development of these programs is still scarce. The need for further studies focusing on emotional levels, such as depression and anxiety, is highlighted.
The effect of exposure to vivo contraceptive ads on viewers' buying interest (survey of followers of the instagram account @vivo_id)
Authors: Yodian Vico , Salman Salman
Published: January 2024

Advertising is a form of persuasive communication with the aim of attracting consumers' buying interest in the advertised product. This research aims to determine whether there is an influence of exposure to Vivo contraceptive advertising on followers' buying interest from the Instagram account @vivo_id. This study uses a positivistic paradigm with a quantitative approach. Data was collected using a questionnaire to 100 @vivo_id followers. Based on the results of statistical tests, there is a strong, positive and significant relationship between exposure to Vivo contraceptive advertising and buying interest of @vivo_id followers. Besides that, the results of the coefficient of determination show that exposure to advertising for Vivo contraceptives has an influence of 89.49% on purchasing interest, while the remaining 10.51% is influenced by other factors.
Rezension von: Kirschmer, Heiner (Hrsg.), Backnanger Gschichdla Nr. 4
Authors: Tomski Cornelia , Kirschmer Heiner
Published: January 2024

Heiner Kirschmer (Hg.): Backnanger Gschichdla Nr. 4. Eigenverlag: Heiner Kirschmer 2019. 63 S., zahlr. Abb.
Belirlilik İlkesi Bakımından Terör ve Terör Suçları
Authors: Kangal Zeynel T.
Published: January 2024

The concept of terror, which is tried to be decribed in national and international legislation, has a wide range of definitions. However, a common definition of what exactly terror is has not been reached. It is also not entirely clear what should be understood by terror offenses. Although the Law on Fight Against Terror includes various terror offenses, it fails to provide a functional definition. The Law on Fight Against Terror has defined terror. Yet this definition is vague and inadequate, and the legislator did not consider itself bound by this definition in the creation of terror offenses and could search for other criteria. The subject of the presentation is how much the principle of certainty, which is one of the sub-elements of the principle of legality in crime and punishment, is taken into account in the definition of the concept of terror and the creation of terror offenses. The balance between security and liberty can be easily distorted in favor of security through unclear crime definitions. Vague wording allows legal practitioners to easily stretch the norms on terror offenses. Even some acts that are not organized or do not involve force or incitement to force can be considered as terror offences and many fundamental rights and freedoms, particularly freedom of expression, can be easily restricted. The ambiguity of the definitions regarding terror, terrorist organization and terror offences constitutes a departure from the principle of the rule of law.
Almanya’da PKK ve Bağlı Örgütlerin Terör Örgütü Olarak Kabulünün Hukuki Dayanak ve Sonuçları
Authors: Hakeri Hakan
Published: January 2024

In this short study, the regulations on terrorist organizations and terrorist acts in German criminal law are discussed in general, and the type of crime is examined in terms of its historical development and elements. The study does not touch upon the practice; suggestions and criticisms regarding the type of crime are also discussed. In addition, administrative decisions and sanctions regarding the recognition of the PKK and its affiliated organizations as terrorist organizations and a decision of the German Federal Constitutional Court on the subject are also examined.
Yasama Dokunulmazlığının İstisnaları Bağlamında Anayasa’nın 14. Maddesinin Değerlendirilmesi
Authors: Karabulat Efe Can
Published: January 2024

Legislative immunity is one of the privileges granted to parliamentarians in order to fulfill their legislative duties. Immunity protects parliamentarians from a significant part of criminal proceedings during their term of office and thus prevents the ruling party from putting pressure on the parliamentarian through the judiciary. This protection is not without its limitations and is regulated with certain exceptions in every legal system. In Turkish law, two exceptions are specified in Article 83 of the Constitution: "state of flagrante delicto, for the acts which require grave punishment" and "situations in Article 14 of the Constitution". In the cited article 14, some fundamental characteristics of the Republic of Turkey are specified and the implementation of fundamental rights and freedoms in a way that would eliminate these characteristics or limit or eliminate fundamental rights and freedoms is prohibited. Unlike the flagrante delicto exception which seen in almost all democratic societies, there is no example where a regulation similar to the one in Article 14 of the Constitution is accepted as an exception to legislative immunity. This regulation, which is inherently problematic and violates the basic principles of both constitutional law and criminal law, also causes problems in practice. There is no consensus in the doctrine or judicial decisions on what should be understood from this provision and which crimes should be considered within this scope. As a matter of fact, in its recent decisions, the Constitutional Court accepted the current implementation of Article 14 as a violation of the right to be elected. In order to solve this problem, the existing exception must either be completely eliminated and a new regulation must be made, or legal regulations must be made in accordance with the principle of certainty and without violating the prohibition of analogy in order to clarify the scope of Article 14.
Terörizmin Finansmanında Şüpheli İşlem Bildirimi
Authors: Keçelioğlu Elvan
Published: January 2024

Suspicious transaction reporting, which is an effective instrument against the financing of terrorism, has gained more importance after the thoughts of developing a preventive legal system against terrorism financing became prominent. Since suspicious transaction reporting is not explicity regulated in the Law on Prevention of Financing of Terrorism, it is important to examine whether it has a legal basis or not, especially because it has an aspect that also affects criminal law. Article 16 of the Law on Prevention of Financing of Terorrism, which makes a general reference to another code, neither provides clarity on the code of conduct that must be followed nor satisfies the requirements of the principle of legality regarding the crime of disclosure of suspicious transaction reporting.
Kamu Görevinden Çıkarılan Kişilerin Tekrar Kamu Görevine Dönebilmeleri Meselesi Üzerine
Authors: Çağlayan Ramazan
Published: January 2024

The human element of public legal entities is called “public officer”. According to Article 70 of the Constitution every Turkish citizen the right to become a public official. This right includes, in addition to entering public service, not being dismissed from public office agains one’s will. Against, according to Article 128 of the Constitution, the rights and obligations of public officials must be regulated by law. Article 13 of the Constitution also orders this. Disciplinary rules are prescribed for public officials in order to ensure that public services are carried out properly and regularly. Some behaviors of officers are considered disciplinary offenses and disciplinary are applied for them. One of the disciplinary sanctions in question, and the most severe one, is dismissal from public office. As a rule, a person who is dismissed from public office cannot become a public official again for life. Dismissal from public office can occur in three ways. First, dismissal from public office only as a disciplinary punishment. Secondly, dismissal from public office as a result of a judicial investigation along with a disciplinary investigations. The third is dismissal from public office through a regulatory action (law, decree law). The subject of this study is whether a person who is dismissed from public office through of these procedures can return to public office again.
Advancements in Recommender Systems Through the Integration of Generative Adversarial Networks
Authors: MANAA Naouel , SERİDİ Hassina , MENDJEL Mohamed Said Mehdi
Published: January 2024

Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs) have become influential in reshaping artificial intelligence, spanning image generation, text synthesis, and music composition. As researchers increasingly integrate GANs into recommendation systems, the imperative to enhance recommendation quality propels this exploration. This article critically examines the current landscape of GAN incorporation in recommendation systems, identifying a fundamental problem: persistent challenges in training stability, mode collapse, scalability, and data privacy concerns. The central issue revolves around effectively utilizing GANs to craft personalized recommendations. Recognizing the significance of overcoming challenges like training instability and mode collapse, this study proposes a solution through the application of conditional GANs. Leveraging user demographics, browsing history, and item attributes, conditional GANs tailor recommendations to individual preferences, addressing the identified problems. To surmount these challenges, ongoing research endeavors diligently aim not only to overcome hurdles but also to enhance the stability and performance of GANs within recommendation systems. This article serves as a comprehensive guide, spotlighting the current state of GANs in recommendation systems, presenting potential solutions, and offering insights into the evolving landscape of research and development in this dynamic field.
Effect of Quality Parameters of Desi Cotton as Influenced by Different Nutrient Sources
Authors: Patil V.V. , Solanke A.V. , Mahajan R.V. , Wagh S.P. , Gajbe N.D.
Published: January 2024

A field investigation on “Nutrient management for organic cotton (Gossypium arboreum L.) production” was carried out at All India Coordinated Research Project, Cotton Improvement Project, Research Farm, Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri, Dist. Ahmednagar, Maharashtra (India) during kharif season of 2017 and 2018. The experiment was carried on the same site and same randomization of treatments during both the years. After these two year cycles, the quality parameters viz., ginning (%), micronaire value (mg inch-1), UHML (mm), bundle strength (g tex-1), uniformity index (%), elongation (%) were not much affected due to different organic and inorganic nutrient sources except the lint index. Significantly higher values of lint index were recorded with application of fertilizer through inorganic (80:40:40 N, P and K kg ha-1) to cotton. Among the organic nutrient sources, application of FYM based on P equivalent recorded maximum values of lint index followed by seed treatment with (Azotobactor + PSB) + soil application of Azotobacter + PSB) and foliar application of PPFM (1% spray at 45 and 65 DAS) + neem cake 250 kg ha-1 + raising of sunnhemp between two rows (1:1) and incorporation in soil at flowering stage during both the years.
Reproductive Potential of Entomopathogenic Nematode, Steinernema feltiae Against Cabbage Butterfly, Pieris brassicae (L.)
Authors: Rafiq Summira , Mantoo M. A. , Askary T. H. , Bhat M. Anwar , Jeelani Fehim , Anayat Rakshanda , Ganai Shabir Ahmad
Published: January 2024

The reproductive potential of native strain of Steinernema feltiae MN044868 at different concentrations (50, 100, 150 and 200%) was evaluated against 4th and 5th instar larvae of cabbage butterfly (P.brassicae). The results revealed that reproduction rate was highest at concentration of 50 IJs as compared to 100, 150 and 200IJs. Application of S. feltiae MN044868 @ 50 IJs/larvae resulted in the highest progeny production (0.403 x 106 ) in 5th instar larva followed by 100 IJs/larvae (0.390 x 106 ), 150 IJs/larvae(0.320 x 106 ) and 200 IJs/ larvae (0.317 x 106 ) whereas in case of 4th instar larvae, lowest progeny production0.365 x 106 was recorded at 50IJs/larvae, followed by100 IJs/larvae (0.334 x 106 ), 150 IJs/larvae(0.310 x 106 ) and 200 IJs/larvae (0.304 x 106 ), respectively
Impact of Biochar, Vermicompost and Microbial Inoculants on Productivity of Wheat (Triticum aestivum)
Authors: Meena Ajit Kumar , Meena R.H. , Meena S.C. , Sharma S. K. , Jain H.K. , Mahla M.K.
Published: January 2024

A field experiment was conducted for two consecutive years during Rabi season of the year 2020-21 and 2021-22 at the Instructional Farm, Rajasthan College of Agriculture, MPUAT, Udaipur. The experiment was done in a randomized block design with three replications and eleven treatments of different dose of biochar, vermicompost with microbial inoculants. The results showed that, biochar, vermicompost and seed inoculation with microbial inoculants (Azotobacter + Phosphorus solubilizing bacteria) significantly improved grain yield, straw yield and biological yield with the application of 10 t ha-1 Vermicompost + Azotobacter + PSB (T3 ) as compared to rest of the treatment. Furthermore, T3 also significantly improved the productivity of wheat. It is concluded that combined application of Vermicompost with Microbial Inoculants in Treatment (T3 ) caused considerable increase in productivity over all the treatments thus balanced nutrition under favourable environment might have helped in production of wheat.
The Indian Case for Ecotourism and Environmental Migrants
Authors: Sharma Ridhima , Kumar Sunil
Published: January 2024

Regardless of the reality the ecotourism has a substantial influence, particularly in developing nations like India, the actual circumstances of wildlife protection in India are exceedingly confusing. These conservation operations spread positive luck including adverse outcomes (for local tribal populations due to livelihood threats and displacement for conservation), making protected areas controversial despite their importance. Conservation refugees in India are people who have been compelled to leave their houses due to the development of designated areas; these people are the actual victims of environmental expropriation. The past history of conservation attempts excluding native populations in designated areas is one of the most significant barriers to conservation today. Tribal communities are paying a high price to expand safari, construct wildlife preserves, and attract visitors. Recent efforts in India to forcefully remove up to 9 million indigenous people with deep historical and spiritual ties to the land and environment have met with fierce opposition. Preserving biodiversity at the price of displacing local populations, on the other hand, could be counterproductive. The social and economic and political ramifications of India’s position as a developing country with a huge population hinder the country from embracing the concept of pure nature preservation schemes. Developing and sustaining successful multilayered rules for protected areas necessitates transparency regarding the expenses and advantages of these regulations, as well as an eagerness to communicate this knowledge with those who endure the consequences.