bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Dissolved organic matter fosters core mercury-methylating microbiome for methylmercury production in paddy soils
Authors: Pu Qiang , Meng Bo , Huang Jen-How , Zhang Kun , Liu Jiang , Liu Yurong , Abdelhafiz Mahmoud A. , Feng Xinbin
Published: June 2024

Abstract. Methylmercury (MeHg), accumulated in rice grain, is highly toxic for human. Its production is largely driven by microbial methylation in paddy soils; however, dissolved organic matter (DOM) represents a hotspot for soil biogeochemistry, resulting in MeHg production, remain poorly understood. Here, we conducted hgcA gene sequencing and genome-resolved metagenomic analysis to identify core Hg-methylating microbiome and investigate the effect of DOM on core Hg-methylating microbiome in paddy soils across a Hg contamination gradient. In general, the Hg-methylating microbial communities varied largely with the degree of Hg contamination in soils. Surprisingly, a core Hg-methylating microbiome was identified exclusively associated with MeHg concentration. The partial Mantel test revealed strong linkages among core Hg-methylating microbiome composition, DOM and MeHg concentration. Structural equation model further indicated that core Hg-methylating microbiome composition significantly impacted soil MeHg concentration (accounting for 89 %); while DOM was crucial in determining core Hg-methylating microbiome composition (65 %). These results suggested that DOM regulates MeHg production by altering the composition of core Hg-methylating microbiome. The presence of various genes associated with carbon metabolism in the metagenome-assembled genome of core Hg-methylating microorganisms suggests that different DOMs stimulate the activity of core Hg-methylating microorganisms to methylate Hg, which was confirmed by pure incubation experiment with Geobacter sulfurreducens PCA (core Hg-methylating microorganism) amended with natural DOM solution extracted from investigated soils. Overall, DOM simultaneously changes core Hg-methylating microbiome composition and functional activity and thus enhances MeHg production in paddy soils.
Solving crustal heat transfer for thermochronology using physics-informed neural networks
Authors: Jiao Ruohong , Cai Shengze , Braun Jean
Published: June 2024

Abstract. We present a deep-learning approach based on the physics-informed neural networks (PINNs) for estimating thermal evolution of the crust during tectonic uplift with a changing landscape. The approach approximates the temperature field of the crust with a deep neural network, which is trained by optimizing the heat advection–diffusion equation, assuming initial and boundary temperature conditions that follow a prescribed topographic history. From the trained neural network of temperature field and the prescribed velocity field, one can predict the temperature history of a given rock particle that can be used to compute the cooling ages of thermochronology. For the inverse problem, the forward model can be combined with a global optimization algorithm that minimizes the misfit between predicted and observed thermochronological data, in order to constrain unknown parameters in the rock uplift history or boundary conditions. We demonstrate the approach with solutions of one- and three-dimensional forward and inverse models of the crustal thermal evolution, which are consistent with results of the finite-element method. As an example, the three-dimensional model simulates the exhumation and post-orogenic topographic decay of the Dabie Shan, eastern China, whose post-orogenic evolution has been constrained by previous thermochronological data and models. This approach takes advantage of the computational power of machine learning algorithms, offering a valuable alternative to existing analytical and numerical methods, with great adaptability to diverse boundary conditions and easy integration with various optimization schemes.
Evaluating the Tea Bag Index approach for different management practices in agroecosystems using long-term field experiments in Austria and Sweden
Authors: Gmach Maria Regina , Bolinder Martin Anders , Menichetti Lorenzo , Kätterer Thomas , Spiegel Heide , Åkesson Olle , Friedel Jürgen Kurt , Surböck Andreas , Schweinzer Agnes , Sandén Taru
Published: June 2024

Abstract. Litter decomposition is an important factor affecting local and global C cycles. It is known that decomposition through soil microbial activity in ecosystems is mainly influenced by soil type and climatic conditions. However, for agroecosystems, there remains a need for a better understanding of how management practices influence litter decomposition. This study examined the effect of different management practices on decomposition at 29 sites with long-term (mean duration of 38 years) field experiments (LTEs) using the Tea Bag Index (TBI) protocol with standard litter (rooibos and green tea) developed by Keuskamp et al. (2013). The objective was to determine if the TBI decomposition rate (k) and stabilization factor (S) are sensitive enough to detect differences in litter decomposition between management practices as well as how they interact with edaphic factors, crop type and local climatic conditions. Tea bags were buried and collected after ∼90 d at 16 Austrian and 13 Swedish sites. The treatments in the Austrian LTEs focused on mineral and organic fertilizer application, tillage systems and crop residue management, whereas those in Sweden addressed cropping systems, mineral fertilizer application and tillage systems. The results for Austria showed that the incorporation of crop residue and high-N fertilizer application increased k, compared with crop residue removal and low or no N application, respectively. Minimum tillage had significantly higher k compared with reduced and conventional tillage. In Sweden, fertilized plots showed higher S than non-fertilized plots and high-N fertilizer had the highest k. Growing spring cereal led to higher k than forage crops. Random forest regressions for Austria and Sweden jointly showed that k and S were mainly governed by climatic conditions, which explained more than 70 % of their variation. However, under similar climatic conditions, management practices strongly influenced decomposition dynamics. It would be appropriate to apply the TBI approach to a more large-scale network using LTEs for agroecosystems, in order to improve the index's usefulness as an indicator of the effect of management practices on litter decomposition dynamics, particularly linking it with the potential for C storage.
SUBJETIVIDADE DO JUIZ E PROVA DE OFÍCIO: QUEBRA DA IMPARCIALIDADE
Authors: REGINA BARCELLOS PEGINI ADRIANA
Published: June 2024

O presente artigo tem como objetivo apresentar reflexões acerca da prova de ofício e quebra do dever de imparcialidade judicial a partir de uma abordagem teórica interdisciplinar das ciências da psicologia e do direito, atualmente conhecida como psicologia jurídica. Inicialmente realizou-se uma breve explanação sobre imparcialidade como dever do Juiz e garantia fundamental das partes prevista na ordem constitucional. Posteriormente contextualizou-se a subjetividade humana na sua dimensão pessoal e social visando demonstrar que o Juiz dotado de universo psíquico decide influenciado por fatores externos e internos os quais não tem controle, afastando-se a ideia de julgamentos puramente racionais, cumprindo-lhe, assim, o dever de autocontenção. Por fim, tratou-se da prova como direito das partes que não exercido perde-se no tempo, restando ao Juiz, para não se desvirtuar parcial, julgar com os elementos por elas trazidos ao processo.
O ÔNUS PROBATÓRIO E A TEORIA DA VEROSSIMILHANÇA PREPONDERANTE
Authors: Valladão Nogueira Luiz Fernando
Published: June 2024

A pretensão do presente estudo é, a partir da fixação de certas premissas, mostrar que há base legal para que se evite injustiças diante de um quadro inconclusivo sob a ótica probatória. Trata-se, em última análise, da teoria da verossimilhança preponderante, a qual permite que o magistrado, valendo-se daquilo que ordinariamente acontece e de uma análise das probabilidades, sobretudo se assimiladas as posturas das partes no curso do processo, julgue a demanda a favor de quem não conseguiu se desincumbir do seu encargo probatório.
A dupla magia do processo
Authors: Brêtas de Carvalho Dias Ronaldo
Published: June 2024

O artigo discute o conceito de "dupla magia" no processo judicial, conforme descrito por Michele Spinelli. O autor argumenta que a prova no processo civil não busca a verdade absoluta dos fatos, mas sim a verossimilhança ou verosimilitude. A partir das contribuições de Piero Calamandrei, Francesco Carnelutti e Santiago Sentis Melendo, o texto critica a ideia tradicional de que a prova deve demonstrar a verdade dos fatos. O artigo explora as implicações da subjetividade das partes e do juiz na avaliação das provas e destaca a importância do contraditório na reconstrução dos fatos. Conclui-se que a busca pela verdade no processo é limitada pelas influências subjetivas e pela estrutura dialética do procedimento judicial, sendo mais apropriado focar na verossimilhança dos fatos apresentados.
PROVA E VERDADE entre certeza e expectativa
Authors: Pereira Leal Rosemiro
Published: June 2024

a verdade é um tropo de linguagem que, como busca inacabada, equivale a um entimema cujo explicans é sintético a priori e o explicandum ganha sentido, na dogmática jurídica, pelos juízos de conveniência e equidade da auctoritas. Assim, o elemento, o meio e instrumento da prova assumem significados tópico-retóricos pelas endoxas jurisprudenciais que estipulam sua incidência e validade jurisdicional. É este o problema a enfrentar ante o que dispõe o CPC em vigor.
De la alteridad al sosiego eterno: un análisis de la maternidad social y moral en Sœurette (1902), de Gyp
Authors: García Fuentes Raquel
Published: June 2024

Aun no estando considerada como feminista, en este estudio, analizaremos el trasfondo de género que encierra Sœurette (1902), novela de la dramaturga francesa Gyp. Con este fin, ahondaremos en el mensaje de protesta que esgrimió en torno a la maternidad social y moral. Unas prácticas femeninas que, si bien no emergieron hasta 1920, la novelista bretona ya esbozaba desde el ocaso decimonónico. Gracias a Sœurette, la condesa de Martel convertirá a su heroína más virtuosa en un contra modelo de referencia, que abraza los parámetros conductuales de ambas concepciones de maternidad para ir adoptando, progresivamente, una conducta antagónica a la pautada por el discurso patriarcal. Mediante esta toma de concienciación, que sería objeto de censura en su versión cinematográfica, escudriñaremos cómo Gyp invierte el principio moralizador de la obra, demostrando a sus lectoras que el alterocentrismo no debía ser el eje vertebrador de sus vidas.
Les singularités de l’œuvre de Maryse Condé et sa réception en Espagne
Authors: Cremades Cano Isaac David
Published: June 2024

Un caractère certainement inclassable semble définir l’œuvre de l’écrivaine et intellectuelle francophone d’origine guadeloupéenne Maryse Condé. Face à cette complexité, nous prétendons d’abord répondre à la question : pouvons-nous considérer Maryse Condé comme médiatrice d’une certaine littérature africaine en Espagne ? Ce travail parte donc d’une réflexion autour de cette ambigüité Afrique/Antilles, pour ainsi introduire une analyse de la réception de ce corpus singulier en Espagne. Avec l’objectif principal donc de déterminer les phases et les modalités de circulation liées à ce transfert culturel particulier, nous avons encadré nos recherches dans un domaine essentiellement scientifique. Cette délimitation de l’étude nous a permis finalement de nous interroger sur les limitations et les perspectives de réception de son œuvre en Espagne, ainsi que de constater le rôle joué par Maryse Condé dans le transfert transnational de la littérature africaine dans ce pays européen et hispanophone.
Géopoétiques transcontinentales et vitales dans la littérature leclézienne
Authors: Sueza Espejo María José
Published: June 2024

Los espacios que conforman el universo vital e imaginario de J.M.G. Le Clézio (1940) están llenos de diversidad (Nigeria, México, Marruecos, Mauricio...), y están vinculados a sus experiencias, felices o terribles, ocurridas por casualidad o libremente elegidas, pero sentidas profundamente desde su más tierna infancia. Las coordenadas geográficas intercontinentales, e incluso transoceánicas, que forman parte de su existencia, a través de vínculos familiares o intereses personales, quedan incluidas en su literatura autobiográfica y su autoficción. Por ello, la literatura lecleziana ofrece numerosas recreaciones muy cuidadas y poéticas de su topografía, su orografía, su flora y su fauna…, además de la de los elementos indisociables de las descripciones leclezianas: el sol, el mar, el viento, el cielo, la noche.  La geopoética lecleziana vivida, disfrutada y transmitida a través de la prosa poética de sus historias nos servirá igualmente para argumentar el compromiso ecológico y humanista del autor que se desprende de ellas.
Plano Nacional de Educação e universalização do Ensino Médio: direito protelado
Authors: Machado Costa Gilvan Luiz , Vitoreti Geraldi Deivid
Published: June 2024

Este artigo problematiza elementos do acesso e da permanência com qualidade social no Ensino Médio no Brasil para os jovens de 15 a 17 anos. Adota-se o método dialético com ênfase na categoria metodológica contradição e nas categorias de conteúdo, negação do acesso à escola e protelação do acesso ao Ensino Médio. Abordam-se, mormente, os seguintes indicadores educacionais: Matrícula no Ensino Médio; Taxa de Atendimento Escolar; População de 16 anos sem Ensino Fundamental completo; Taxa Líquida de Matrícula; e População de 19 anos sem Ensino Médio. Os dados dos indicadores educacionais contemplam o período de 2013-2023. As análises revelam uma política educacional que secundarizou o Plano Nacional de Educação (2014-2024) e, consequentemente, a urgência de ter todos os jovens de 15 a 17 anos na última etapa da Educação Básica. A universalização do Ensino Médio com qualidade social não pode ser mais protelada.
Analysis of Impact of Motivational Bollywood Films on Minds of Youth
Authors: Rafiq Khushboo , Hussain Nosheen , Lashari Ajab Ali
Published: June 2024

Psychologists believe that adopting various learning methods and strategies can positively influence an individual's motivation. The role of educational films in deliberately diffusing motivational thoughts cannot be ignored. Cinema has been an influential medium for over a century, building public opinion, influencing thoughts, and impacting narratives. In this context, this experimental study aims to investigate the influence of motivational-themed Bollywood films on the motivational thoughts of students. Two groups of students from Karachi were examined using a quasi-experimental method. These groups were selected through a convenient sampling technique. Three Hindi films, Taare Zameen Per, 3 Idiots, and Dangal, were selected based on their themes. The experimental group was shown these films, each with a gap of one week, while the control group did not watch any films. Both groups' motivations were analyzed through a validated questionnaire after each session. Results revealed significant differences among both groups. Motivation was relatively higher in students exposed to motivational content than in students who lacked exposure to any such content before responding to the questionnaire. Thus, our findings suggest that motivation can be positively influenced by increasing exposure to cinema based on the theme of motivation.
A Comprehensive Analysis of Armenia's Innovation Input and Output
Authors: TADEVOSYAN RUZANNA
Published: June 2024

The article explores the intricate landscape of Armenia's innovation ecosystem,
thoroughly examining its strengths and weaknesses. The study using the Global
Innovation Index (GII) as a benchmark reveals a complex narrative. While Armenia
exhibits impressive performance in innovation output, securing the 62nd position
globally in 2023, challenges prevail in innovation input, where Armenia ranks 83rd.
The article emphasizes the imperative for targeted policies addressing institutional,
educational, scientific, and economic dimensions. It advocates for a systematic
approach, positioning the Department of Innovative, Knowledge-Based Economy of the
Ministry of Economy of the RA as a crucial actor, collaborating with diverse spheres of
policymakers to optimize Armenia's innovative potential. Amid global dynamics, the
article delves into external and internal influences, presenting a roadmap for
improvements. The article could serve as a guide for policymakers interested in leading
Armenia to a more innovative route.
Integration of Mind Maps and Cue Cards in the Process of Teaching Business English in Blended Learning Settings
Authors: TORGOMYAN KRISTINA
Published: June 2024

The paper investigates the issues of teaching Business English vocabulary through
the integration of online tools, such as mind maps and cue cards, its impact on the
acquisition of new business vocabulary by learners of foreign languages, as well as
suggested online tools, resources, and platforms to be thoroughly used by educators
through mutual efforts of teachers and learners.
The research carried out by prominent scientists and educators have been
investigated and introduced in the paper. The purpose of the paper is to reveal online
tools, platforms, and technologies to envision the efficiency of embedding technology in
the process of teaching English in a blended learning modality. The urgent shift from
offline to online or blended settings has urged educators to rise to the challenge,
investigate, and later introduce novel methods of teaching Business vocabulary to
students by entering a new learning environment. All the online platforms, tools,
resources, websites, and ready works presented in the paper have been extensively used
during our teaching process by proving their efficacy in the blended learning
environment.
Assessing Monetary Policy Effects on Capital Markets: Evidence from the Euro Area
Authors: TERYAN DIANA
Published: June 2024

The focus of the paper is the influence the European Central Bank’s monetary
policy has on the European capital market. The aim of this research is to investigate the
relationship between monetary policy indicators and different segments of the capital
market in the Euro area, particularly government, corporate bond and stock markets.
We have used a standard structural vector autoregressive (SVAR) modelling
methodology based on monthly dataset to evaluate the interrelations between observed
six European variables. Impulse response functions and variance decomposition
analysis have contributed to the model interpretation. Based on our estimations, we can
conclude that each of the observed sectors of the European capital market is interrelated
with ECB monetary indicators. The interest rate positive impulses’ impact on bond and
stock markets’ volatility evolved mainly within a short period of time. Government,
corporate and stock markets, in general, reacted positively to tight monetary policy,
although each segment had its own behaviour throughout projection horizon. The
outcome of variance decomposition analysis revealed that the fluctuations of the
variables could more widely be explained by the shocks directed to themselves.
PENGEMBANGAN DESAIN MOTIF BATIK PADA UKM BATIK METHA SEMBAGI DENGAN MENGANGKAT POTENSI UNGGULAN DESA PANDANREJO
Authors: Kusumawati Toyibah , Hatta Atika Jauharia , Marwanta Y Yohakim , Sabandi Muhammad
Published: June 2024

This community service aims to improve the batik group SME in Kaligesing District, namely the Metha Sembagi Pandanrejo Batik Group SMEs, which is chaired by Kanthi Widiyati. The Metha Sembagi Pandanrejo Batik Group has problems in the production sector, namely batik motif designs that are still monotonous and less attractive. The solution provided by the service to overcome the problem of designs that are still monotonous, the service will train and provide assistance to create newly and innovative batik motif designs to increase buyer interest. The theme for developing the motif design is to highlight the superior potential of Pandanrejo village, including the Kaligesing breed of etawa goats and the natural environment of Pandanrejo village. The method used in this activity is a participatory training and supervision method, partners will always be involved in every stage of the activity. The results that have been achieved in this community service include designs for the Rangkang Menda motif, Pandanrejo motif, and Ramban motif. With this batik motif design development training, SMEs have been able to create more attractive batik designs.
Keywords: Batik Design, Community Service Program, Pandanrejo Village, Stamped Batik.
 
Abstrak
Kegiatan pengabdian ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan UKM kelompok batik di Kecamatan Kaligesing, yaitu UKM Kelompok Batik Metha Sembagi Pandanrejo. Kelompok Batik Metha Sembagi Pandanrejo memiliki permasalahan dalam bidang produksi, yaitu desain motif batik yang masih monoton dan kurang menarik. Solusi yang diberikan tim program untuk mengatasi masalah desain yang masih monoton, tim program akan melatih dan melakukan pendampingan membuat desain motif batik baru yang inovatif untuk meningkatkan minat pembeli. Tema pengembangan desain motif adalah dengan mengangkat potensi unggulan desa Pandanrejo diantaranya yaitu kambing peranakan etawa ras Kaligesing dan lingkungan alam desa Pandanrejo, sehingga dengan demikian tercipta batik khas desa Pandanrejo, yaitu batik dengan tema motif kambing peranakan etawa ras Kaligesing dan lingkungan alam desa Pandanrejo. Batik ini nantinya diharapkan menjadi salah satu produk unggulan desa yang dapat mendukung keberadaan desa Pandanrejo sebagai desa wisata, dan diproduksi oleh warga desa Pandanrejo sendiri sebagai upaya untuk meningkatkan ekonomi warga desa. Metode yang digunakan dalam kegiatan ini adalah pelatihan bottom-up atau partisipatif, artinya mitra akan selalu dilibatkan dalam setiap tahapan kegiatan. Hasil yang telah dicapai dalam pengabdian ini antara lain desain motif Rangkang Menda, motif Pandanrejo, dan motif Ramban. Dengan adanya pelatihan pengembangan desain motif batik ini, UKM telah mampu membuat desain batik yang lebih menarik.
Kata kunci: Desain Motif Batik, Program Kemitraan Masyarakat, Desa Pandanrejo, Batik Cap.
Dalbavancin, a Second Generation Lipoglycopeptide is a New Addition to Therapy Armamentarium
Authors: M. Gunjikar Bhagyashree , Manickam Jawahar , Ghude Dilip
Published: June 2024

Gram-positive infections with widespread developing resistance have posed considerable challenges to the long stay of antimicrobials in the market. Also, there has been a dearth in the provision of a suitable antimicrobial to treat the evolving resistance. Dalbavancin a 2nd generation lipoglycopeptide has shown its activity against gram-positive and multidrug resistant isolates. Owing to a favorable pharmacokinetic profile and supporting evidence this drug moiety has been used as long-term therapy for various indications. These indications include infective endocarditis (IE), osteomyelitis, bloodstream infections, and prosthetic joint infections. However, it is approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the European Medicines Agency (EMA) only for acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections (ABSSSIs). Dalbavancin can be a valuable alternative to daily in-hospital intravenous or outpatient antimicrobial regimens in the treatment of long-term Gram-positive infections and ‘niche’ but important indications. This systematic review demonstrates comparative microbiology, chemistry, in vitro susceptibility, pharmacokinetics, clinical efficacy, safety, tolerability, dosage, and administration of dalbavancin. Additionally, it highlights past, present, and upcoming evidence of real-world use of dalbavancin alone or in combination with different indications.

Keywords: Dalbavancin, Acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections, Gram-positive, Long-term, and pharmacokinetics.
Capítulo 1. Documentar un proyecto sonoro: hablan los profesionales
Authors: Afuera Ángeles
Published: June 2024

La llegada de nuevos formatos sonoros ha convertido a España en uno de los países donde se consume el mayor número de audiolibros y podcasts. Como ya lo hicieran en la llamada Edad de Oro de la Radio, los profesionales afrontan producciones complejas, con elementos como la música, los efectos de sonido, la propia voz humana. En este capítulo les damos voz para conocer sus problemas y aportamos las soluciones que les brinda el mundo de la documentación.
Capítulo 8. Experiencias de investigación y producción para crear un pódcast documental en Iberoamérica. Entre la realidad y el arte
Authors: López-Villafranca Paloma , Rodríguez-Ortiz Raúl
Published: June 2024

El pódcast narrativo de no ficción encuentra su máxima expresión en el documental sonoro, mezclando una variedad de géneros, elementos sonoros y expresivos con una narrativa muy particular. En este texto se recogen las voces de profesionales y especialistas en el género que, junto a los autores, narran sus experiencias del proceso creativo y de la producción del pódcast documental. Se pone en valor la investigación de los hechos reales, un diseño sonoro muy cuidado, el papel del narrador y/o anfitrión, y la experimentación con narrativas inmersivas muy diversas, que se han visto favorecidas por la innovación tecnológica y la creatividad de sus autores.
Adsorption of Fluoride from Aqueous Solution by Zirconium-Modified Artificial Zeolites: Kinetics, Thermodynamics and Mechanism
Authors: Zanen Wu Zanen Wu , Xia Chen and Shibiao Wu Xia Chen and Shibiao Wu
Published: June 2024

Artificial zeolites (AZ) and AZ modified with zirconium cation (AZZ) were fabricated in this work. AZ and AZZ, which were characterized by SEM and XRD, showed that AZZ was the composite of AZ and ZrO2. The adsorption kinetics and isotherms of AZ and AZZ towards fluoride removal in water were consistent with the Langmuir and pseudo-second-order models, respectively. AZZ had better fluoride adsorption capacity than AZ. The maximal adsorption capacity of fluoride onto AZZ reached up to 128.2 mg/g. Moreover, the thermodynamic studies illustrated that the adsorption procedure was spontaneous and endothermic. The effect of solution pH on AZZ fluoride adsorption was also investigated, and the results showed that the more acidic the fluoride solution, the better the fluoride adsorption capacity. After five cycles of regeneration, the adsorption capacity of AZZ was maintained at 78 %. Based on zeta potential measurements, this work proposed that the electrostatic attraction between AZZ and fluoride ions (F-) should be the mechanism for F- adsorption onto AZZ in water.
Carbon Paste Electrode Modified with PMBP: A Sensitive Sensor for Electrochemical Detection of Acetaminophen
Authors: Emi Norzehan Emi Norzehan , Mohamad Mahbob Mohamad Mahbob , Mohamad Syahrizal Ahmad Mohamad Syahrizal Ahmad , Illyas Md Isa Illyas Md Isa , Norhayati Hashim Norhayati Hashim , Anwar Ul Hamid Anwar Ul Hamid , Mohamad Idris Saidin and Suyanta M Si Mohamad Idris Saidin and Suyanta M Si
Published: June 2024

In this present work, a sensitive electrocatalytic modified electrode based on 1-phenyl-3-methyl-4-benzoyl-5-pyrazolone (PMBP)/multiwalled carbon nanotubes (MWCNT) modified carbon paste electrode (CPE) was successfully developed. Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, square wave voltammetry, chronocoulometry and cyclic voltammetry were used in prompt to evaluate the PMBP/MWCNT/CPE electrochemical capacity in detecting acetaminophen (APAP) in 0.1 M PBS pH 6.4. Under optimized conditions, PMBP/MWCNT/CPE displayed a well-defined electrocatalytic activity towards APAP oxidation in the linear responses which range from 1 μM to 1 mM (R2 = 0.991) with the LOD obtained at 0.245 μM while LOQ 0.816 μM. The presence of excess (10-fold and 25-fold) interferents such as sucrose, fructose, glucose, sodium chloride, sodium sulphate, potassium nitrate, lysine, potassium chloride and magnesium chloride as interferents was insignificant. The results presented in this study provide new perspectives on PMBP as a potential nanomaterial in the development of APAP sensors. As a conclusion, the PMBP/MWCNT/CPE revealed good stability, reproducibility, and repeatability, and was discovered to be relevant for usage in the pharmaceutical samples with satisfactory performance.
Technical and economic efficiency measurement of African commercial banks using data envelopment analysis (DEA)
Authors: Darko Evans , Saghi-Zedek Nadia , Thenet Gervais
Published: June 2024

The paper aims to analyze the Technical Efficiency of 70 Commercial banks from 19 African countries from 2009-2020. Using the Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) method of the two main approaches, Variable Return to Scale (VRS) and Constant Return to Scale (CRS) technique on a Panel Data. We find that African banks have a higher efficacy assessment with the VRS than the CRS technique, thus, with a Pure Technical Efficiency (PTE) score than Technical Efficiency (TE) . Our findings show that the majority of the banks are operating at very low levels of efficiency (not technically efficient), and inability to optimize the conversion of bank assets and liabilities into loan production for customers. Furthermore, the banks are operating inefficiently in scale, economic, and allocative manner due to mismatches in scale of production. Considering these findings, the implications of these inefficiencies extend to the overall economic development and financial stability of the region.
A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Informational Booklet on Knowledge regarding Home Care Management of Arteriovenous-Fistula among the patients undergoing Hemodialysis in selected Hospitals of Dharwad District
Authors: Buddannavar Sajeera , M Peerapur Sanjay , G. S Manjunath
Published: June 2024

Chronic Kidney Diseases (CKD) causes at least 2.4 million deaths per year and is now the 6th fastest leading cause of death. Over 2 million people worldwide currently receive treatment with dialysis. Hence the use of arteriovenous fistula is increasing day by day along with this the risk of complications are also increasing therefore enhancing the home care management of AV fistula is particularly important for patients undergoing hemodialysis with AV Fistula. An experimental: one group pre-test, post-test design study was conducted among 35 hemodialysis patients with arteriovenous fistula at KLES’ Suchirayu Hospital Nephro Care Health Service Centre, Hubballi. The samples were selected using non-probability; convenient Sampling Technique. Data was collected by structure knowledge questionnaire. Data analysis was done using descriptive and inferential statistics. Overall results of the study revealed that out of 35 subjects, distribution of level of knowledge regarding home care management of AV fistula in the pre-test 23(65.72%) had average knowledge, 07(20%) had poor knowledge and 05(14.28%) had good knowledge. Whereas, in post-test after administration of informational booklet 31(88.58%) had good knowledge and 04(11.42%) had average knowledge and none of them had poor knowledge regarding home care management of arteriovenous fistula. The study concluded that, informational booklet was effective in improving the knowledge regarding home care management of arteriovenous fistula among patients undergoing hemodialysis.
The Impella Device
Authors: Tupere Mayavati , Mane Lakshman
Published: June 2024

The Impella small catheter like 6 inch long device which works on principle of submersible water pump. It is inserted in to heart without any surgical procedure it provides 2.5- 5.5 litters/min blood flow. Impella device is available in various types according to their location, size and flow rate. There are some indications of Impella device implantation cardiac failure, high risk percutaneous intervention, risk of bleeding, left ventricular failure ect. This device is contraindicated in some disease conditions like Left Ventricular Thrombus, Ventricular Septal Defect, Severe Peripheral Arterial Disease, Aortic Stenosis and Regurgitation, Mechanical Haemolysis, Peripheral Vascular Ischemia. In this article we provide information about Impella device. There are total 57 cases has done till 2019 were Impella 5.0 inserted in 14 cases via axillaries access. In 36 cases Impella CP inserted via percutaneous Trans femoral approach, but one, in a young patient, who due to the small calibre of his femoral artery required inter positioning of a 6 mm Dacron graft on his common femoral artery. In 07 cases Impella RP were implanted percutaneously through the femoral accesses.
A retrospective validation of the effective and safe treatment of patients on general care wards with high velocity nasal insufflation therapy utilizing prognostic risk scores during COVID-19
Authors: Brenner Catherine , Good Josh , Pavlichko Heather , McDonald Susan , Gerich Kathy , Bergeski Amy , Pavlichko Matthew
Published: June 2024

Background Non-invasive positive pressure ventilation (NIPPV) has been a traditional therapy for acute respiratory failure (ARF). However, the use of NIPPV during the COVID-19 pandemic was challenging, while the use of invasive mechanical ventilation produced poor outcomes. An alternative to NIPPV, high velocity nasal insufflation (HVNI) has shown promise in treating ARF effectively. Objective This study evaluated whether HVNI can be used to treat ARF safely on the general care ward (GCW) during COVID-19 pandemic surges. Methods After introducing HVNI therapy to the facility, an evidence-based scoring system, Modified Early Warning Score (MEWS), was used to risk stratify patients and assist in assigning care level. Initial settings, demographic data, patient outcomes, and health care worker (HCW) virus conversion were measured throughout the study. Treatment failure was defined as the need for invasive mechanical ventilation (IMV) or NIPPV after HVNI therapy. MEWS and ROX index were compared retrospectively using the Pearson product-moment correlation coefficient to identify trends. The Welch two sample t-test (desired power of 90% with alpha=0.05) was used for demographic and outcome analysis. Results Two hundred thirty-four patients were treated with HVNI. The GCW failure rate of 18.56% (n=31/167) was lower than the ICU failure rate of 37.31% (n=25/67) but not statistically significant (P 0.175). No elevated risk to patients or HCW was observed. Respiratory rate (GCW 24.85 vs. ICU 30.14; P <0.001), MEWS (GCW 2.34 vs. ICU 3.09; p=0.002), and ROX index (GCW 5.49 vs. ICU 4.68; P 0.002) assessments appear to be adequate predictors of HVNI failure. The Pearson product-moment coefficient comparing MEWS and ROX index identified a moderate negative correlation (-0.434; P <0.001). Discussion HVNI therapy is an effective alternative to NIPPV for treating patients with COVID-19 associated ARF. Using measures such as MEWS and/or ROX, strict patient monitoring, and HCW surveillance, HVNI can be safely utilized on the GCW. This has a direct impact when dealing with patient surges where ICU beds and resources are limited. Additional studies are needed to further delineate these concepts. Keywords: COVID-19, Non-invasive Positive Pressure Ventilation, Acute Respiratory Failure, High Flow Nasal Oxygen, High Velocity Nasal Insufflation, ICU Admission, General Care Ward, MEWS, ROX
Direct anterior compared to posterior approach for hip hemiarthroplasty following femoral neck fractures
Authors: Wu Kevin A , Krez Alexandra N , Anastasio Albert T
Published: June 2024

The differences in complication rates between the direct anterior and posterior approaches for hemiarthroplasty in elderly patients with femoral neck fractures are not yet fully understood. Dislocation, a severe complication associated with increased mortality and often requiring additional surgery, may occur less frequently with the direct anterior approach compared to the posterior approach. Careful consideration of patient demographics is essential when planning the surgical approach. Future research in this area should focus on robust randomized controlled trials involving elderly patients recovering from femoral neck fractures.
Performance Of Polyacrylate-Based Super Absorbent Polymers In Recycle Aggregate Concrete
Authors: Reddy C. Raja Gopa , B R Vinod , Wali Suchita , sunagar Prashant
Published: June 2024

This article presents the super absorbent polymer (SAP) performance in recycling aggregate concrete. In conventional concrete the coarse aggregate is replaced with recycle aggregate in the proportion varying from 0,25,50,75 and 100%. The mix with 0%RA is considered as reference or control concrete. The SAP was added as to all recycle aggregate concrete (RAC) mixes by weight of cement in the proportion ranging from 0.1,0.2,0.3,0.4 and 0.5%. The significance of the SAP in RAC was studied based on compressive strength of cube and its behaviour is studied at 7, 14 and 28 days and the analysis is supported with SEM images. At all stages the strengths are compared with control concrete, and it was found that 0.2% SAP is effective for all RAC mixes.
Investigating the Interplay of Self-Regulated Learning, School Types and Gender on Metacognitive Abilities among Senior Secondary Students
Authors: Verma Ravi Kant , Gupta Dr. Satyendra
Published: June 2024

In this study, the researcher is investigating the influence of self-regulated learning, school types (government vs. private), and gender (male vs. female) on metacognitive abilities among senior secondary students. Self-regulated learning is categorized into high and low effectiveness, while school types and gender are considered as independent factors. Metacognitive abilities serve as the dependent variable. A descriptive survey approach is being employed, utilizing a multi-stage stratified random selection to choose 750 students as the sample. For this study, the researcher solely uses a Punita Govil-developed Metacognition Inventory (MCI) questionnaire (2011), and Gupta and Mehtani's (2017) Self-Regulated Learning Scale to gather the information. The primary effect of self-regulated learning, school type, and gender on metacognitive abilities among senior secondary school students is being identified as significant using a three-way ANOVA with a 2×2×2 factorial design to evaluate the data. The study finds that the metacognitive abilities of senior secondary school students do not significantly vary based on self-regulated learning levels, school types (public and private), gender differences, or the interaction between self-regulated learning and school types. The interaction between gender and self-regulated learning does not significantly benefit students. The relationship between public and private school types and gender has a significant impact on metacognitive abilities. However, no significant combination effect is found for gender, school types, or self-regulated learning on metacognitive abilities among senior secondary school students. The study suggests that the relationship between self-regulated learning, school types, and gender does not significantly impact metacognitive abilities.
Configuration of Carbonatite Constrained in Preintrusion Transpositional Foliation in the Bayan Obo Giant Rare Earth Element Deposit, China
Authors: Zhang Ji’en , Fan Hongrui , Xiao Wenjiao , Xu Xingwang , Wakabayashi John , Zhang Lili , Zhao Yonggang , Wang Qiwei , Zhao Yulong , Wang Kaiyi
Published: June 2024

The Bayan Obo ore deposit is the largest rare earth element (REE) deposit in the world and has been assumed to be hosted in dolomite that was folded in a syncline. This has been challenged by results from drill holes and low-resistivity, controlled-source audio-frequency magnetotellurics (CSAMT) survey. In this paper, we present structural analysis of clastic sedimentary rocks from around the deposit, their relationship with carbonatite, and the orientations of the carbonatite bodies and dikes to constrain the possible configuration of carbonatite. Clastic sedimentary rocks underwent mylonitic deformation to slate, metasandstone, and metaconglomerate, displaying dramatic changes of thickness along strike. Slates locally preserve intrafolial folds and hook folds bounded by foliations; metasandstones have parallel layers of recrystallized and preferred-orientated quartz aggregations; metaconglomerates contain flattened pebbles with Flinn k values of 0.01 to 0.05 and 0. The above structures and foliations were crosscut and intruded by carbonatite and associated fenite, demonstrating preintrusion transposition of original bedding to steep foliation. Preintrusion foliation provides zones of weakness that were exploited by upwelling of carbonatite magma. Northeast-SW–striking left-stepping en echelon carbonatite dikes and E-W–striking carbonatite bodies indicate that the carbonatite was emplaced in a sinistral transtensional zone. The northern and southern segments of the carbonatite bodies are parallel to the steep foliation at shallow depths and merge together at depth, constraining a Y-shaped configuration, consistent with the low resistivity result of the CSAMT survey. The newly recognized Y-shaped morphology indicates that the carbonatite extends deeper than 1,775.4 m, more than twice the previously inferred maximum depth of the syncline model, and contributes to a significant >1.78 times increase in global potential RE2O3 resources than previously estimated in 2021.
Finitude da vida em pacientes sob cuidados paliativos: uma abordagem para além do saber tecnicista
Authors: Oliveira Silvia Ximenes , Flausino Juliana Marcela , Vasconcelos Fernanda da Silva , Alencar Auriane de Sousa , Mindelo Émille Caroline de Souza , Santana Eric Santos , Lima Wallber Moreno da Silva , Brandão Elma Galdino , Vasconcelos Eduarda Ellen Costa
Published: June 2024

Os cuidados paliativos são caracterizados por várias práticas fundamentais, como o alívio não apenas da dor, mas também de outros sintomas angustiantes que podem surgir no curso da doença. Reconhecendo a morte como um processo natural e normal, sem buscar acelerá-la, os cuidados paliativos também visam oferecer suporte ativo, permitindo que os pacientes vivam o mais plenamente possível até o fim de suas vidas. A abordagem da finitude da vida em pacientes sob cuidados paliativos vai além do saber tecnicista e envolve uma perspectiva holística que considera os aspectos físicos, emocionais, sociais e espirituais dos pacientes. Os cuidados paliativos buscam oferecer um cuidado integral que não se limita ao tratamento dos sintomas físicos, mas também aborda as necessidades emocionais, sociais e espirituais do paciente. Isso significa entender e respeitar os desejos, valores e crenças do paciente e da sua família. O objetivo é refletir sobre os cuidados paliativos e a terminalidade da vida. Trata-se de um estudo descritivo, que tem como objeto a comunicação como importante ferramenta nas orientações prestadas para profissionais de saúde de uma forma geral. Conclui-se que, vivenciar diariamente cenas que envolve a terminalidade/cuidados paliativos muitas vezes, a falha terapêutica ocorre, não pela incapacidade do homem em curar o outro, mas sim pela morbidade ser complexa e a resposta do paciente ser diferente da esperada, tudo levará a prática de cuidados proporcionais, sendo aliado dos cuidados paliativos. A comunicação aberta e empática é essencial. Os profissionais de saúde devem ser capazes de ouvir atentamente e dialogar com os pacientes e suas famílias sobre seus medos, expectativas e desejos em relação ao fim da vida. A empatia ajuda a construir uma relação de confiança e conforto.
Política Nacional de Cuidados Paliativos no Brasil: uma análise comparativa
Authors: Silva Luciano Cicero da , Coelho Alexandra Ribeiro , Malta Arlete do Monte Massela , Guedes Débora Bruna Barbosa , Appelt Filho Hustênio Abílio , Melo Juciane Lima do Nascimento , Silva Regirleide Pereira da , Santos Priscila Rocha , Martins Samuel Ribeiro , Machado Sergio Raimundo Ernesto
Published: June 2024

A formalização de políticas de cuidados paliativos é essencial para garantir qualidade de vida a pacientes com doenças graves e terminais. A Portaria GM/MS nº 3.681, de 7 de maio de 2024, introduz a Política Nacional de Cuidados Paliativos no Brasil. Este estudo compara essa política com as de Reino Unido, Irlanda, França e Austrália. Ao analisar a nova Política Nacional de Cuidados Paliativos do Brasil, buscou-se compará-la com políticas internacionais, identificando melhores práticas que possam ser adotadas para aprimorar a política brasileira. A pesquisa utilizou uma abordagem qualitativa comparativa, analisando documentos oficiais e literatura acadêmica sobre políticas de cuidados paliativos em cinco países. A política brasileira está alinhada com as melhores práticas internacionais, contemplando acesso universal, capacitação profissional, integração dos serviços, suporte às famílias e incentivo a pesquisa e inovação. Contudo, áreas como engajamento comunitário e redes integradas de cuidados podem ser aprimoradas. A Política Nacional de Cuidados Paliativos do Brasil é robusta e bem estruturada. A implementação de melhores práticas observadas em outros países pode fortalecer ainda mais a política brasileira, garantindo cuidados de alta qualidade.
Bulanık Ortamda Proje Yöneticisi Seçimi: Savunma Sanayi Firmasında Bir Uygulama
Authors: Tezcan Burcu , Eren Tamer
Published: June 2024

Türkiye’de savunma sanayi projeleri artmaktadır. Savunma sanayi projeleri yüksek maliyetli ve katma değeri yüksek proje grubundandır. Savunma sanayi projelerinin başarılı olmasının en önemli sebeplerinde biri proje ekibinin iyi bir şekilde oluşturulmasıdır. İyi bir proje ekibinin oluşturulması için iyi bir proje yöneticisinin seçilmesi gerekmektedir. Bu çalışmada savunma sanayisindeki bir firmada proje yöneticisi seçim problemi ele alınmıştır. Bu problemin çözümünde, gerçek hayatta uygulanan iş prosedürleri dikkate alınarak gerçekleştirilmiştir. Proje yöneticisi seçiminde ön eleme için on iki kriter dikkate alınmıştır. Ön eleme yapmak için Ağırlıklı Puanlama (AP) yöntemi kullanılmıştır. Ön elemeyi geçen adaylar için farklı yedi adet kriter belirlenmiştir. Bu kriterler altında beş adayın değerlendirilmesi amaçlanmıştır. Karar vericiye geniş değerlendirme ölçeği sunan Pisagor Bulanık (PB) kümeler kullanılmıştır. Savunma sanayi için belirlenen yedi kriterin ağırlıkları Pisagor Bulanık Analitik Hiyerarşi Yöntemi (PBAHP) ile hesaplanmıştır. Ön elemeden geçen beş aday Pisagor Bulanık Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (PBTOPSIS) yöntemi ile sıralaması belirlenmiştir. Yapılan bu çalışma proje yöneticisinin nasıl seçileceğine yol gösterecektir. Ayrıca çalışmada kullanılan yöntem kombinasyonu ve izlenen metodoloji literatürdeki diğer çalışmalardan farklılık göstermektedir.