bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Proposta para um laboratório de iluminação cênica: uma experiência de ensino online
Authors: Machado Renato
Published: May 2022

Este artigo busca, mediante uma experiência de ensino online vivida por mim como professor da Universidade de Évora, Portugal, pensar, dialogando com alternativas pedagógicas que partem do que é chamado por Andrea Di Sessa de “conhecimento intuitivo”, a possibilidade de edificação de um laboratório na área de iluminação cênica, baseado na utilização de ferramentas da tecnologia como a câmera de filmar e o simulador tridimensional de iluminação. Tal laboratório pode permitir o estudo de processos da construção narrativa com a luz mesmo em ambientes em que não é possível a partilha do espaço entre as partes, porém seu uso também pode se conjugar a experiências da prática cotidiana, tornando-o uma ferramenta útil em qualquer tipo de processo criativo com luz.
À luz da criação: a iluminação cênica como instigador da criação do curta-metragem “janelas da alma”
Authors: Gomes Jonas Estevão Ferreira , Oliveira Leticia Mendes de
Published: May 2022

Este artigo faz uma análise técnica e estética do processo criativo da criação do curta-metragem “janelas da alma” do diretor Jonas Estevão, desenvolvido no segundo semestre letivo remoto de 2020 na Universidade Federal de Ouro Preto, sob a orientação da Profª Dr.ª Letícia Andrade, professora de Iluminação Teatral e Encenação do Departamento de Artes do Instituto de Filosofia e Artes da mesma Universidade, citada acima. O texto descreve como a iluminação natural e artificial foram definidores da construção estética e da homofobia como gatilho da criação narrativa do trabalho final.
O sinal está fechado? Perspectivas acerca da iluminação cênica durante a pandemia e estratégias utilizadas para o teatro remoto
Authors: Correia Neto Otavio José
Published: May 2022

O presente artigo busca discutir as perspectivas acerca da iluminação cênica durante a pandemia de covid-19 e as possíveis estratégias utilizadas em sua concepção e execução. A partir do conceito de cibercultura, desenvolvido por Pierre Lévy, buscou-se discutir a relação entre o teatro e os novos meios de consumo a partir do uso das tecnologias e virtualidades, com ênfase no trabalho do iluminador. Para isto foram analisadas a elaboração e execução do projeto de iluminação de três espetáculos realizados durante a pandemia em 2020 e 2021, que são: Ânsia, Pensamentos de paz durante um ataque aéreo e O tigre. Foi observado na análise dos processos quais estratégias foram utilizadas de acordo com as condições impostas pela pandemia. Após as análises foi possível concluir que apesar de diferentes meios e equipamentos, o que prevalece na elaboração da iluminação é o conceito de idioma-luz e o que se deseja comunicar.
Projeto de extensão Caix'adentro: relato sobre o ensino virtual de iluminação cênica no Curso de Licenciatura em Teatro da UNIFAP
Authors: Fonseca José Flávio Gonçalves da , Silva Suzan Monteiro
Published: May 2022

Este relato apresenta o processo de desenvolvimento de um material didático online e interativo para o ensino de teatro na educação básica que está sendo realizado como ação de extensão do Curso de Licenciatura em Teatro da Universidade Federal do Amapá. No decorrer do processo, o foco do material em desenvolvimento se voltou para os conteúdos de iluminação cênica, buscando criar um ambiente virtual 3D que seja possível a experimentação das diversas possibilidades criativas no âmbito da iluminação. Como o projeto, ainda se encontra em desenvolvimento, neste texto serão apresentados alguns pressupostos que estão norteando a construção, bem como alguns resultados parciais obtidos.
Borrando as fronteiras: entrevista com a iluminadora Marisa Bentivegna
Authors: Turbiani Francisco
Published: May 2022

Com quase 30 anos de experiência como iluminação, a iluminadora e cenógrafa Marisa Bentivegna reflete sobre suas experiências de criação com trabalhos cênico-remotos durante a pandemia de Covid-19. Nesse período, a entrevistada esteve envolvida em uma variedade de produções teatrais com distintas condições e formas de produção. Em seu relato, ela narra os desafios e descobertas que vivenciou, onde os limites entre iluminação, cenografia, direção de arte e fotografia se flexibilizam.
Raimundo Nonato: um conhecimento técnico construído na prática e no amor ao Teatro Amazonas
Authors: Godois Ivo , Melo Tabbatha
Published: May 2022

Com uma experiência de 48 anos de trabalho no Teatro Amazonas, seu Raimundo Nonato relata, nesta entrevista, sua trajetória de trabalho e aprendizagem técnica junto a equipe de palco de uma das mais renomadas casas de espetáculos brasileiro. Suas experiências práticas diárias, dedicação plena as funções exercidas e um grande amor ao espaço de trabalho o levaram a receber inúmeras condecorações, homenagens e entrevistas vindas não do seu Estado, o Amazonas, mas também além das fronteiras brasileiras com reconhecimentos internacionais.
Néologismes en discours spécialisé. Analyse comparée des noms de stades de football dans quatre pays europeens
Authors: Bach Matthieu , Fernández-Cruz Javier , Gautier Laurent , Koch Florian , Llorca Matthieu
Published: May 2022

The present contribution intends to innovate in neology and onomastic analysis, by relying on an empirical study of soccer stadium names in France, Germany, England and Spain, in order to validate on corpus a holistic, discursive, cognitive, and interdisciplinary approach of neology. For this purpose, we will establish a theoretical framework, based on the recognition of the limits of formal models of neology, in order to integrate discursive variables, and also to capture the totality of the social mechanisms governing the displayed use of linguistic structures. These structures are characterized by non-compositionality and specialized informational linearization. In fact, the soccer stadium names, result of the naming process, related to the commodification of the soccer sector, deploy a new neologic structure such as <[SPONSOR]+ [GENERIC TOPONYM]>, which gives birth to results such as Allianz Arena or Emirates Stadium. This analysis of stadium names is part of a larger project focused on specialized discourses.

La présente contribution entend innover dans l’analyse néologique et onomastique, en partant d’une étude empirique de noms de stades de football en France, Allemagne, Angleterre et Espagne, pour valider sur corpus une approche holistique, discursive, cognitive et interdisciplinaire de la néologie. En effet, à cette fin, nous déployons un cadre théorique reposant sur la reconnaissance des limites des modèles formels de néologie, afin d’intégrer les variables discursives, dans le but saisir la totalité des mécanismes sociaux régissant l’usage attesté de structures linguistiques. Lesdites structures se caractérisent par une non-compositionnalité et une linéarisation informationnelle spécialisée. En effet, les noms de stade, issus du processus de naming, relatif à la commodification du secteur du football, déploient un schéma néologique nouveau tel que <[SPONSOR]+[TOPONYME GENERIQUE]>, permettant de générer des réalisations, tels que Allianz Arena ou Emirates Stadium. Cette analyse des noms de stade s’insère dans un projet plus vaste d’étude des discours de spécialité.

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Sodoma y el barón Haussman: Por una deslocalización queer
Authors: Pérez Navarro Pablo
Published: May 2022

La discusión de las políticas culturales del duelo ofrecida por Judith Butler tras los atentados del 11 de septiembre servirá aquí para cuestionar las fracturas sexuales, genéricas y raciales, entre otras, que rigen la inteligibilidad cultural de la vulnerabilidad compartida en contextos pandémicos. Esta revisión de la idea de comunidad se pondrá en relación con el desarrollo de la medicina social urbana explorado por Michel Foucault para deslocalizar la resistencia a los procesos de estigmatización y normalización puestos en marcha por la pandemia del sida para pensar, hoy, las biopolíticas emergentes en nombre del cuidado de la salud colectiva.
Irmãos mais velhos de adultos com síndrome de Down: percepções sobre a relação fraternal
Authors: Nazario Mateus Cava , Reis Emily Aiumi Buraseska , Da Silva Ingrid Lohane , Portes João Rodrigo Maciel
Published: May 2022

Esta pesquisa teve como objetivo compreender a percepção do irmão mais velho de um adulto com Síndrome de Down (SD) sobre a relação fraternal, investigando elementos como os sentimentos presentes na relação entre irmãos, os cuidados realizados, e o papel atribuído ao irmão mais velho na relação com o irmão com SD. A pesquisa foi de caráter qualitativo, tratando-se de um estudo descritivo-exploratório. Os sujeitos da pesquisa foram sete irmãos mais velhos de adultos com SD frequentando uma ONG do sul do Brasil. Os dados foram coletados através de uma entrevista semiestruturada e um questionário sociodemográfico. A análise de dados foi realizada através do método de análise categorial-temática de Bardin. Os resultados revelam que o papel dos irmãos mais velhos de um adulto com SD é a de fornecer apoio, ajuda, estar presente, participar e ser responsável, tendo como perspectiva futura assumir a função de cuidador principal quando os atuais cuidadores estiverem impossibilitados de exercerem a função parental.
Proximal CA1 20–40 Hz power dynamics reflect trial-specific information processing supporting nonspatial sequence memory
Authors: Gattas Sandra , Elias Gabriel A , Janecek John , Yassa Michael A , Fortin Norbert J
Published: May 2022

The hippocampus is known to play a critical role in processing information about temporal context. However, it remains unclear how hippocampal oscillations are involved, and how their functional organization is influenced by connectivity gradients. We examined local field potential activity in CA1 as rats performed a nonspatial odor sequence memory task. We found that odor sequence processing epochs were characterized by distinct spectral profiles and proximodistal CA1 gradients of theta and 20–40 Hz power than track running epochs. We also discovered that 20–40 Hz power was predictive of sequence memory performance, particularly in proximal CA1 and during the plateau of high power observed in trials in which animals had to maintain their decision until instructed to respond. Altogether, these results provide evidence that dynamics of 20–40 Hz power along the CA1 axis are linked to trial-specific processing of nonspatial information critical to order judgments and are consistent with a role for 20–40 Hz power in gating information processing.
TUBA1A tubulinopathy mutants disrupt neuron morphogenesis and override XMAP215/Stu2 regulation of microtubule dynamics
Authors: Hoff Katelyn J , Aiken Jayne E , Gutierrez Mark A , Franco Santos J , Moore Jeffrey K
Published: May 2022

Heterozygous, missense mutations in α- or β-tubulin genes are associated with a wide range of human brain malformations, known as tubulinopathies. We seek to understand whether a mutation’s impact at the molecular and cellular levels scale with the severity of brain malformation. Here, we focus on two mutations at the valine 409 residue of TUBA1A, V409I, and V409A, identified in patients with pachygyria or lissencephaly, respectively. We find that ectopic expression of TUBA1A-V409I/A mutants disrupt neuronal migration in mice and promote excessive neurite branching and a decrease in the number of neurite retraction events in primary rat neuronal cultures. These neuronal phenotypes are accompanied by increased microtubule acetylation and polymerization rates. To determine the molecular mechanisms, we modeled the V409I/A mutants in budding yeast and found that they promote intrinsically faster microtubule polymerization rates in cells and in reconstitution experiments with purified tubulin. In addition, V409I/A mutants decrease the recruitment of XMAP215/Stu2 to plus ends in budding yeast and ablate tubulin binding to TOG (tumor overexpressed gene) domains. In each assay tested, the TUBA1A-V409I mutant exhibits an intermediate phenotype between wild type and the more severe TUBA1A-V409A, reflecting the severity observed in brain malformations. Together, our data support a model in which the V409I/A mutations disrupt microtubule regulation typically conferred by XMAP215 proteins during neuronal morphogenesis and migration, and this impact on tubulin activity at the molecular level scales with the impact at the cellular and tissue levels.
Anatomical and functional connectivity support the existence of a salience network node within the caudal ventrolateral prefrontal cortex
Authors: Trambaiolli Lucas R , Peng Xiaolong , Lehman Julia F , Linn Gary , Russ Brian E , Schroeder Charles E , Liu Hesheng , Haber Suzanne N
Published: May 2022

Three large-scale networks are considered essential to cognitive flexibility: the ventral and dorsal attention (VANet and DANet) and salience (SNet) networks. The ventrolateral prefrontal cortex (vlPFC) is a known component of the VANet and DANet, but there is a gap in the current knowledge regarding its involvement in the SNet. Herein, we used a translational and multimodal approach to demonstrate the existence of a SNet node within the vlPFC. First, we used tract-tracing methods in non-human primates (NHP) to quantify the anatomical connectivity strength between different vlPFC areas and the frontal and insular cortices. The strongest connections were with the dorsal anterior cingulate cortex (dACC) and anterior insula (AI) – the main cortical SNet nodes. These inputs converged in the caudal area 47/12, an area that has strong projections to subcortical structures associated with the SNet. Second, we used resting-state functional MRI (rsfMRI) in NHP data to validate this SNet node. Third, we used rsfMRI in the human to identify a homologous caudal 47/12 region that also showed strong connections with the SNet cortical nodes. Taken together, these data confirm a SNet node in the vlPFC, demonstrating that the vlPFC contains nodes for all three cognitive networks: VANet, DANet, and SNet. Thus, the vlPFC is in a position to switch between these three networks, pointing to its key role as an attentional hub. Its additional connections to the orbitofrontal, dorsolateral, and premotor cortices, place the vlPFC at the center for switching behaviors based on environmental stimuli, computing value, and cognitive control.
Clinical Profile and Treatment Response in Section Tuberculous Meningitis- A Comparison between HIV Positive and HIV Negative Patients
Authors: Pandey Nirja Ghanshyam , Yadav Dhirendra Shivprasad , Chavan Swati Arvind , Padhiyar Rupal Nilesh , Karnik Niteen Dattatray
Published: May 2022

Introduction: Tuberculous Meningitis (TBM) is a common infection in patients with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and it shows significant differences in clinical profile, treatment response, and outcome compared to patients without HIV infection. Aim: To describe the clinical presentation, laboratory parameters, and radiological findings of TBM patients with and without HIV co-infection and to observe differences between them in treatment response, complications, and mortality. Materials and Methods: This was a prospective observational study, conducted on 80 TBM patients with (n=40) and without (n=40) HIV co-infection. Demographic, clinical, laboratory data, and various imaging findings were noted at the start of the study and at three and six months follow-up, for any changes from baseline to know the treatment response. Appropriate statistical tests were applied, and p-value less than 0.05 were considered statistically significant. Results: Mean age of HIV patients was 36.75 years and that of the non HIV patients was 29.35 years (p<0.05). Altered sensorium (90% in HIV and 72.5% in non HIV), seizures (50% in HIV and 20% in non HIV) were common in HIV patients, and weight loss (95% in non HIV and 87.5% in HIV) was common in non HIV patients. Common signs noted were nuchal rigidity (90% in HIV and 87.5% in the non HIV group), focal neurological deficit (50% in HIV and 22.5% in non HIV), and cranial nerve palsy (37.5% in HIV and 12.5% in non HIV). Anaemia was seen in 56.3% (87.5% in HIV and 25% in non HIV) and raised Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) was seen in 56.3% (25% in HIV and 87.5% in non HIV) patients. Tuberculoma was the most common (32.5%) Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) brain finding. Adverse drugs reactions due to ATT (other causes ruled out) were seen in 22.5% of HIV patients (none in non HIV), and Antiretroviral Therapy (ART)-induced Adverse Drugs Effects (ADE) was noted in 10% of patients. Patient survival was better among non HIV (65%) compared to HIV (55%) patients. Multidrug-resistant Tuberculosis (MDR-TB) was more prevalent in HIV (7.5%) than non HIV (2.5%) cases. Conclusion: TBM involves a younger population, has a worse prognosis in HIV co-infection patients with more adverse reactions to treatment.
Effects of Packaging on Proximate and Mineral Compositions of Ndop Rice (Tox Variety) During Storage
Authors: Mbemngong F. B. , Ndam L. M. , Njilar R. M. , Tongwa Q. M. , Sama V. , Tening A. S.
Published: May 2022

This study was conducted to investigate the pre and postharvest activities of rice stakeholders and to evaluate the influence of packaging on the proximate and mineral compositions of Ndop rice (TOX rice variety). A survey involving rice stakeholders was conducted in Ndop using a semi-structured questionnaire to gather information on the production, preparation, storage and handling practices of rice. It was found after the survey that, Ndop rice samples from UNVDA were stored in different packaging materials viz; polypropylene, nylon, rubber containers and paper bags at room temperature for two months. It was documented that 55% male and 45% female with the majority (63%) within the age category of 31-50 years are involved in Ndop rice postharvest management practices. Results also revealed that a majority (71%) of the respondents use polypropylene woven bags as packaging materials while 38% of respondents store rice for six months. Mice and weevils were reported as the key biotic factors affecting Ndop rice during storage. Furthermore, the results also showed that the moisture content (MC), fat, carbohydrate, ash and crude fiber contents decreased while protein increased across all the treatments during storage. Rice packed in paper bags had the lowest MC (10.17%), while rice in rubber containers had the highest MC (14.67%), at the end of the two months storage period. Rice packed in nylon bag had the highest protein content (14.11±0.71%). The mineral contents of Ndop rice decrease across all treatments after the second month of storage. The highest mineral retention (214.22±5.64 mg/100g for potassium) was observed in rice packed in paper bags. To maintain quality, paper bags or plastic buckets could be recommended as the best packaging materials for Ndop rice at the end of the second-month storage duration. This study contributes to food sufficiency and security by curbing postharvest food loss in Cameroon.
Tax Sustainability: The Influence of the Tourism Industry Tax and Tourist Object Retribution on Regional Original Revenue in the Tanimbar Islands, Maluku, Indonesia
Authors: Dari Wulan , Astuti Wuku , Batsera Yunita Wihelmina
Published: May 2022

In underdeveloped countries, tourism is the primary economic engine. Numerous tourists visit the tourism sector, including ecotourism and rural tourism (Ridwan et al., 2016). Additionally, the growth of this industry results in an increase in regional income; additionally, the tourist sector can inspire new infrastructure investment to ensure the area's tourism sustainability. To boost regional revenue, the government must develop and support tourism destinations, allowing the industry to contribute to economic development. The purpose of this study is to examine the impact of the tourism industry tax and the tourist object retribution on regional original income in the Tanimbar Islands Regency between 2018 and 2020. The population studied in this study is the Tanimbar Islands Regency's government. The sampling technique employed was sample research, in which a subset of the population was used to conduct the research. This study gathered data from 2018 to 2020. The research data used in this study are secondary data gathered from the Tanimbar Islands Regency's Regional Revenue Service, Culture and Tourism Office. Data analysis techniques utilizing descriptive statistics, the classical assumption test, the multiple linear regression model, hypothesis testing, and measuring the coefficient of determination R2 using SPSS. The study's findings indicate that the Tourism Industry Tax and the Retribution on Tourist Objects have a favorable and considerable effect on regional original income.
Analysis of Timber Marketing in Lokoja Metropolis, Kogi State, Nigeria
Authors: Sambe L. N. , Ancha P. U. , Jacob D. O.
Published: May 2022

Inadequate marketing information about timber species, their sources, market structure and performance has greatly hampered the effectiveness of the business and has hindered investment in the forestry sector. The dearth of market information on market performance and activities have hindered investments in to forest industry and limited its capacity to contribute to economic growth and development of the country. This study therefore analysed timber marketing in Lokoja Metropolis, Kogi State, Nigeria. A semi-structured questionnaire was administered to collect relevant information. Purposive and systematic sampling were applied to determine the study sample which was drawn from three timber markets; Ganaja, Felele and Zango daji. Applying 30% sampling intensity except in markets where the traders were less than ten, 40 timber traders were systematically sampled and interviewed on timber marketing activities. The study identified seven (7) most marketed timber species namely: Daniellia oliveri, Gmelina arborea, Milicia excelsa, Ficus exasperata, Prosopis africana, Triplochiton scleroxylon and Khaya grandifoliola. The major source of timber was from the open forest (92.5%), while supply within the state (27.5%) accounted as the highest, followed by Abuja (20%). The Gini-correlation co-efficient analysis for the study was 0.1552, and this implies that the timber market is imperfectly competitive with the market structure tending towards monopoly. Timber income analysis per truck of the seven species revealed that Daniellia oliveri recorded the highest mean return of 517, 005.99 per month while Ficus exasperata had the least mean monthly gross margin of 35,336.56. The mean gross margin of Khaya grandifoliola, Milicia excels, Prosopis africana, Gmelina arborea and Triplochiton scleroxylon had the same mean returns of 466,270 per month. Low patronage, scarcity of demanded wood species, lack of supply of wood species and high tax were identified as the major challenges facing timber market in the study area. Provision of adequate market education, proper examination and checking of excess associations will improve market efficiency and performance. Therefore, investment into forest development should be encouraged to ensure sustainable supply of raw materials for an efficient market system.
The Effect of Encapsulated Probiotic to Performance of Vannamei Shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei Boone, 1931)
Authors: Andriani Yuli , Pratama Rusky I. , Safitri Ratu
Published: May 2022

Feed is a very important factor in vannamei shrimp culture. The initial stage of stocking is the cultivation stage requiring a higher percentage of feed. The application of probiotics in intensive shrimp culture is known to have a significant effect on the survival of vannamei shrimp. Encapsulation can increase the viability of probiotic bacteria compared to free cells without encapsulation. Research has been carried out on the provision of encapsulated probiotic consortia in vannamei shrimp culture. The purpose of this study was to observe the effect of the selected probiotic consortium on the performance of vannamei shrimp. The research method used is the experimental method and the data obtained were analyzed descriptively. The observed parameters in this study were specific growth rate, survival rate and feed conversion ratio. The results showed that the fifth consortium of Bacillus and Lactobacillus bacteria could increase the growth rate of weight and length of vannamei shrimp (0.62% and 9.81%), survival rate (85.42%) and feed conversion ratio (1.08).
Assesment of Sawmill and other Associated Wastes on the Water Quality of Ilo-abuchi Creek, Rivers State, Niger Delta
Authors: Akankali J. A. , Davies I. C. , Blessing D. I.
Published: May 2022

A study was conducted on physicochemical parameters water from Ilo-abuchi, creek Niger Delta, Nigeria. The study aimed at evaluating the impact of sawmills and other associated wastes on water quality of the creek. The physicochemical parameters investigated were from February to July 2020 and the samples were analysed for pH, Temperature, Salinity, Conductivity, Total Suspended Solid (TSS), Total Dissolved Solids (TDS), and Total alkalinity using an in-situ Handheld Multimeter (Milwaukee Model pH600 and Laboratory Benchtop meter 860033-model. The Dissolved Oxygen (DO) was measured using Winkler’s method. Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) was determined by the 5-day BOD test (APHA, 2005). Turbidity was measured using a 20cm diameter Secchi disc. Total alkalinity was determined by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM D 1067B) Nitrate, Chloride, Phosphate, and Sulphate were determined using the method recommended by APHA 2340C (1995) standard. Water Temperature ranges between 27.7 -27.8 OC, pH 6.65 - 6.73, Conductivity 438.2 - 494.2 μS/cm, Salinity 2.8 -3.23ppt, TDS 77 – 87.27 mg/l, TSS 30.7 - 37.66 mg/l, DO 3.19 – 3.46 mg/l, BOD 2.05 - 3.38 mg/l, Turbidity 5.41- 5.98 NTU, Nitrate 8.78 - 10.02 mg/l, Hardness 31.77 - 33.98 mg/l, Chloride 23.03 -25.7 mg/l, Phosphorus 0.31 - 0.51 mg/l, Sulphate 13.27 - 16.60 mg/l. Alterations in water quality were more pronounced in the wet season (May, June, and July) compared to the dry season (February and March, and April). The nature of the effluents discharged into the creek were found to be essentially within the acceptable limits prescribed by law except for TSD and turbidity. These two parameters were slightly above the WHO standards. It is therefore recommended that environmental regulatory agencies such as NESREA and the Ministry of Environment should devise mechanisms to enforce existing environmental regulations concerning the discharge of effluents from different sources into the Ilo-abuchi Creek, which will aid in reducing the dumping of untreated wastes from the sawmills/other associated wastes and by extension conserve the aquatic life therein.
Assessment of Tubewell Water Quality used for Irrigation in Kebbi State, North-Western, Nigeria
Authors: Augie M. A. , Adegbite M. A.
Published: May 2022

Water is vital to the existence of all living organisms, but this valued resource is increasingly being threatened as human populations grow and demand for more water of high quality for domestic, agricultural and other economic activities like transportation and recreation increases. A field experiment was conducted with the aim of assessing the tubewell water quality used for irrigation in four (4) selected local Government Area of Kebbi State, North-Western Nigeria. From each local government area, water samples in triplicates were collected from in clean 2liter plastic bottles. Each water sample was analyzed for pH, electrical conductivity (Ec), total dissolved solid (TDS), sodium adsorption ratio (SAR), residual sodium concentration (RSC), calcium (Ca), magnesium (Mg), potassium (K). Sodium (Na), chloride (Cl-) and (P) using standard procedures. Result obtained showed that overall mean of pH, SAR, Ca, Mg, K, Na, P and Cl were 6.3, 1.5mg/l, 165.17mg/l, 128.0mg/l, 1.20, 7.47, 0.16 and 3.75 mg/l, respectively. However, Ca (165.17mg/l), and Mg (128.00mg/l) were observed to high concentration in almost all the selected local government areas. Furthermore, result obtained also revealed that tubewell water were high for the parameters considered and therefore special attention must be given to Bunza tubewell to avoid becoming saline or sodic which could have detrimental effects on growing crops.
Linear Estimation in the Type II Generalized Logistic Distribution under Progressive Censoring
Authors: Rimawi Rana , Baklizi Ayman
Published: May 2022

Generalized distributions have become increasingly popular in applications. They are highly flexible in data analysis, especially with skewed data, which are common in many applications. The Generalized Logistic Distribution (GLD) and its special cases have recently received a lot of interest in the literature. We derived estimators of the unknown parameters of type II Generalized Logistic Distribution (Type II GLD) based on progressively type II censored data. A variety of point estimation methods is employed. We considered the best linear unbiased estimator (BLUE) and the best (affine) linear equivariant estimator (BLEE). In addition, we considered Bayesian estimation. Simulation approaches were used to study the estimators and compare them with the maximum likelihood estimator (MLE) in a range of progressive censoring schemes. The mean squared error (MSE) and bias were employed as comparison criteria. An example based on real data is presented.
Analysis of the Anti-inflammatory and Antioxidant Potential of the Fractions Obtained From the Ethyl Acetate Partition of the Leaves of Diplopterys Pubipetala
Authors: Almeida Clarice Avelar , Franca Flavia Dayrell , Chaves Miriam Martins , Santos Kamylla Teixiera , Santos Maria Clara Ferreira , Menezes Elytania Veiga , Araujo Sandra de Sousa , Araujo Cleiber Lucan Alves , Royo Vanessa de Andrade
Published: May 2022

Aims: The objective of this work was to analyze the anti-inflammatory, cytotoxic and antioxidant activity of the fractions of ethyl acetate from the leaves of D. pubipetala.

Methodology: Liquid-liquid partitioning was performed, the ethyl acetate partition was eluted in classical liquid chromatography, followed by thin layer chromatography. Antioxidant activity was performed by the DPPH photochlorimetric method and the levels of interleukin (IL‑6), tumor necrosis factor α (TNF‑α), interleukin-10 (IL-10) and nitric oxide (NO) were identified in supernatants of cell cultures.

Results: Fractions F4, F5 and F10 showed antioxidant activity. The F10 fraction indicated efficient anti-inflammatory activity by the production of IL-10 and nitric oxides. Fractions F4, F5 and F9 stimulated the production of IL-6 and TNF-α.

Conclusion: These results indicate a possible synergistic action of the extract and the partition of ethyl acetate, since after fractionation the potential presented in previous studies was lower.
Influence of Biofertilizers and Foliar Application of Seaweed (Kappaphycus alvarezii) Extract on Growth of Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor L.)
Authors: Dalwale Mohammed Ali , Singh Rajesh , Singh Geshu
Published: May 2022

In the Kharif season 2021, the field trial was conducted at Crop Research Farm, Department of Agronomy, SHUATS, Prayagraj (UP), India. The experiment aims to reduce the impact of harmful chemical amendments in agro-ecosystems. The experiment was conducted in Randomized Block Design with ten treatments, including control with different biofertilizers, viz., Azospirillum sp. 25 g/kg seeds + 5% seaweed, Azospirillum sp. 25 g/kg seeds + 10% seaweed, Azospirillum sp. 25 g/kg seeds + 15% seaweed, PSB 25 g/kg seeds + 5% seaweed, PSB 25 g/kg seeds + 10% seaweed, PSB 25 g/kg seeds + 15% seaweed, Azospirillum sp., PSB: 25, 25 g/kg seeds + 5% seaweed, Azospirillum sp., PSB: 25, 25 g/kg seeds + 10% seaweed, Azospirillum sp., PSB: 25, 25 g/kg seeds + 15% seaweed including control i.e., application of 80: 40:40 kg NPK (farmer’s practice) were replicated thrice. The results revealed dual inoculation by Azospirillum sp. 25 g/kg seeds and PSB 25 g/kg seeds, along with the foliar application of 10% seaweed at 30-50-70 DAS, significantly increased the growth parameters of sorghum viz., plant height (164.07 cm), number of leaves (12.47) dry matter accumulation (116.59 g), absolute growth rate (1.21 g/plant/day), crop growth rate (40.33 g/m2/day) and leaf area (332.33 cm2).
Effect of Potassium and Spacing on Yield and Economics of Baby corn (Zea mays L.)
Authors: Ashwini Muthe , Singh Rajesh , Indu Thakur
Published: May 2022

The Crop Research Farm of the Department of Agronomy, SHUATS at Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) was the experimental area for the present study. The present study was about a field experiment performed during Zaid 2021. The texture of the experimental area’s soil was sandy loam. It is neutral in reaction and have lower content of organic carbon (0.72%). Moreover, rich in available N (278.48 kg/ha), available P (27.80 kg/ha) and available K (233.24 kg/ha). The experiment was designed using Randomized Block Design having nine treatments, replicated thrice for a time of one year experimentation. The treatments which are T1: 30 kg/ha K2O + 30cm x 15 cm, T2: 30 kg/ha K2O + 40cm x 15 cm, T3: 30 kg/ha K2O + 50cm x 15 cm, T4: 40 kg/ha K2O + 30cm x 15 cm, T5: 40 kg/ha K2O + 40cm x 15 cm, T6: 40 kg/ha K2O + 50cm x 15 cm, T7: 50 kg/ha K2O + 30cm x 15 cm, T8: 50 kg/ha K2O + 40cm x 15 cm, T9: 50 kg/ha K2O + 50cm x 15 cm used.  The results revealed that the application of 50 kg/ha K2O + 50cm x 15 cm had maximum number of plants (2.74), larger plant height (16.28 cm), utmost cob weight with husk (43.14 g), and cob weight without husk (16.91 g). However, applying 50 kg/ha K2O + 30cm x 15 cm resulted in higher cob yield with husk (6.52 t/ha), cob yield without husk (3.85 t/ha) and green fodder yield (34.63 t/ha).  Moreover, it also gives maximum gross profit (Rs. 1,54,000.00 /ha), net returns (Rs. 1,01,421.10 /ha) and benefit cost ratio (1.92).
Study on the Effect of Auxin in In vitro Root Regeneration and Survival of Dendrobium cv. Sonia Earsakul
Authors: Sabastian K. S. , Hemanta Laishram , Mathukmi Khamrang
Published: May 2022

The investigation was carried out during 2017-2019 at the Tissue Culture Laboratory, Department of Horticulture, NU: SASRD, Nagaland to study the influence of different auxins in varied doses on in vitro root regeneration of Dendrobium cv. Sonia Earsakul. The different treatments used are IBA, NAA and IAA @ 0, 0.5, 1, 1.5 and 2 mgL-1 respectively. The study revealed that among the different treatments IBA @1 mg/l resulted in the longest root length (5.97 cm), longest shoot length (7.8 cm), highest survivability during primary hardening (34.30%) and secondary hardening (94.29%).
Finding the Gaps: Patients' Satisfaction with Structure, Process and Outcome Dimensions of Tuberculosis Care in Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Authors: N. Ojule Inumanye , D. Sunday O.
Published: May 2022

Background: Tuberculosis (TB) is the tenth leading cause of death and is the leading cause of death from a single infectious agent. Quality of tuberculosis care and patients satisfaction of care received varies and remains a concern to all stakeholders.. The study aimed to assess patients satisfaction with structure, process and outcome dimensions of tuberculosis care in south-south Nigeria.

Methods: The descriptive cross-sectional study design was adopted for the study. Data collection was done using the Patient Satisfaction Questionnaire for measuring satisfaction with Quality of Care. A total of 102 patients participate. Convenience sampling of total population attending the TB cinic during the period of study was used. Data were analyzed using SPSS version- 21.

Results: Among 102 participants, 96.08% were found to be satisfied in structure dimension, 86.63% had good satisfaction with the process and 91.99% had were satisfied with their outcome.

Conclusion: Majority of the respondents had good satisfaction with the structure, process and outcome of care at the DOTS Clinic of the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital.
A Narrative Review on Neuromyelitis Optica
Authors: Alugba Gabriel , Urhi Alexsandra , Anugwom Gibson O. , Ilikannu Samuel O. , Akinade Omotola , Ogedegbe Oboseh J. , Ojo Tioluwani K. , Johnson Ayodeji D. , Nwadi Kingsley C.
Published: May 2022

Neuromyelitis Optica, also known as Devic's disease, is a central nervous system (CNS) autoimmune inflammatory disease that primarily affects the optic nerve and spinal cord. The mechanism of the disease is given by the generation of IgG antibodies, whose major target is the aquaporin channel 4 (AQP4), causing an inflammatory and demyelinating process in the aforementioned tissues. In this study, we discussed extensively this disease entity by describing the epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical features, management, and prognosis.
Study the Role of Pro-Inflammatory Cytokines (Interleukin 1-Beta, Interleukin 6) and High Sensitivity C-reactive protein in Children with Refractory Epilepsy
Authors: El-Kammah Dalia Mohammed , El-Srogy Hisham Ahmed , El-Gohary Tarek Mohammed , Abdel-Aziz Sahar Abdel-Azim
Published: May 2022

Background: The International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE) has defined epilepsy as a condition in which at least two unprovoked (or reflex) seizures happening for more than 24 hours part, or it can involve one unprovoked seizure if there is a recurrence possibility over the subsequent 10 years, or if the patient has been diagnosed with epilepsy syndrome. A failure of seizures controlling with at least 2 or more antiepileptic drugs for at least 2 years with good compliance and adequate serum therapeutic drug levels with a minimum frequency of seizures with no more than 3 months of free seizures is the definition of refractory epilepsy.

Methods: This case control research was conducted on 130 children selected from the outpatient clinic of pediatric neurology. They were divided into three groups: group I with refractory epilepsy, group II with controlled idiopathic epilepsy and group III were healthy children. All children enrolled in the study were subjected to the following: routine laboratory investigations (serum antiepileptic drugs, complete blood count and liver and renal function tests) and specific laboratory investigations (estimation of serum interleukin-6, IL-1β and hs-CRP) electroencephalography (EEG), brain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

Results: Interleukin -6, interleukin -1 beta and high sensitivity C-reactive protein serum levels were significantly higher in refractory epilepsy children, than in those with controlled epilepsy and the control children (P<0.001). IL-6, IL-1β and hs-CRP serum levels showed no significant difference in children with controlled epilepsy in comparison to healthy control children (P>0.05).

Conclusions: The production of IL-1β, IL-6 and hs-CRP has been increased in the serum of refractory epilepsy children. Our findings suggest that this systemic inflammatory reaction with increasing IL-6, IL-1β and hs-CRP mean serum levels are effective biomarkers for epileptogenesis in the children and may contribute to refractory epilepsy and potentially can be correlated with the severity and prognosis of the disease.
Maintenance Management Practices in Electricity Industry in Arab World: Case Study in Jordan
Authors: Alamri Wesam , Emar Walid , Al-Omari Zakaria , Alnsour Moawiah
Published: May 2022

Nowadays, power plants, generators, substations, and equipment are becoming technologically more sophisticated and difficult to control besides that any interruption in power supply will cause losses to the industry and economy. Therefore, the importance of maintenance with enhancing availability, performance efficiency, on-time deliveries, safety necessities, and overall plant productivity become more necessary.

In this context, the electricity industry in Arab countries is increasingly realizing the importance of the maintenance role. The main objective of this paper is to assess the maintenance management (MM) practices, operational performance, and issues faced by maintenance functions in Jordanian power companies as a representative case study for all Arab countries.

A comprehensive survey methodology was developed, implemented, and presented to collect data in this study.

To achieve this goal, a questionnaire was developed to analyze the requirements, and service difficulties, namely, maintenance planning, automation implementation, maintenance barriers, productivity measurements, staff training needs, and assessment. We then distributed the questionnaire to a selected sample of Jordanian electricity companies which has been filled out mainly through text surveys and personal interviews.

The main obtained results of this study, related to maintenance practices and procedures that promote equipment availability, are summarized as increased use of predictive, intensive maintenance, computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), and maintenance troubleshooting techniques. Additionally, more understanding of the company's development strategy and maintenance automation.

Thus, a more comprehensive maintenance program has to be implemented, so that the enhancement of performance in the equipment availability can be attained.
Formation of Mountain Ranges: Described By Whole-Earth Decompression Dynamics
Authors: Herndon J. Marvin
Published: May 2022

Earth’s mountain ranges, characterized by folding and unique among Terrestrial planets, are inexplicable in plate tectonics, but are consequences of Earth’s initial formation as a Jupiter-like gas giant, as described by Whole-Earth Decompression Dynamics. The violent T-Tauri outbursts from thermonuclear ignition of the sun stripped away the primordial gases and ices leaving behind a cold, compressed rocky Earth, entirely covered by continental crust without ocean basins, but containing within it two powerful energy sources, the stored energy of protoplanetary compression and a nuclear fission georeactor. Over time heat added by nuclear fission and radioactive decay energy replaced the lost heat of protoplanetary compression making possible Earth’s decompression. As Earth decompresses two surface phenomena must necessarily occur: (1) more surface area is produced by the formation of and in-filling of decompression cracks, and (2) continental surface areas adjust to new surface curvature primarily by the surface buckling, breaking and falling over (thereby forming mountain ranges characterized by folding) and secondarily by tension tears at continental edges (thereby forming fjords and submarine canyons). The present continental surface area plus continental shelves provides a “first guess” estimate of the juvenile crustal surface area, but it is an underestimate due to not considering the surface area that had buckled, broken and fallen over to form mountains. Preliminary calculations provide relative estimates of the “excess” surface area during whole-Earth decompression that would form mountains. Currently, there is a dearth of reliable data on the ages of fold-mountain formation and on the amount of surface matter they contain, as well as on the initial time of decompression crack formation, especially those cracks that ultimately became ocean basins. The absence of fold-mountains on other Terrestrial planets may be understood as a consequence of their not having been compressed by massive shells of protoplanetary gases and ices.
Frequency of Immediate Post-operative Gynecologic and Obstetric Complications in a Tertiary Care Center in Karachi
Authors: Jamshed Saira , Khan Farah , Shahid Nida , Hussain Razia , Waleem Naureen , Saba Erum , Siddiqui Ahsan Ali
Published: May 2022

Objective: Postoperative complications are commonly observed during gynecologic and obstetric surgeries that could be controlled by timely management. The factors that involve in these complications could be related with patient or surgeon as well. Therefore, the aim of this study was to determine the frequency of immediately reported postoperative complications in gynecologic and obstetric surgeries in a tertiary care center.

Methodology: A retrospective study was conducted in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology of Hamdard hospital, Karachi. The duration of this study was 1 year from July 2018 – June 2019. A total of 200 adult female patients of 18 to 65 years having elective or emergency surgical procedure were included in the study. Data was analysed by using SPSS version-16. Mean standard deviation was calculated for age and hospitalization stay. Frequencies and percentages were calculated for presence of comorbidities such as obesity, anaemia and diabetes mellitus and postoperative complications.

Results: The study results showed the mean age was reported 32.04±7.79 years and mean hospital stay was observed 3.38±1.08 days. Comorbidities revealed that 26(13.0%) were obese, 89(44.5%) were anemic and 6(3.0%) had diabetes. Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting was the most common complication observed in 110(55.0%) women followed by fever that was reported in 69(34.5%) cases. Three patients (1.5%) were found to have Paralytic lleus, 23(11.5%) reported abdominal distention, postoperative gastritis was reported in 15(7.5%) cases, bleeding per vagina observed in 7(3.5%) women. Wound dehiscence was found in 2(1.0%) cases and Wound Infection in 10(5.0%) women.

Conclusion: The present study concluded that post-operative nausea and vomiting were observed in most of the patients followed by fever subsequent to gynecologic and obstetric surgeries. Additionally, the incidence of wound infection and wound dehiscence were observed low.
Developing and Writing the Thesis: Difficulty Perceived by Pharmacists to Graduate as Hospital Pharmacy Specialist
Authors: Uema S. A. N. , Olivera M. E. , Vega E. M.
Published: May 2022

Introduction: Hospital Pharmacy Specialization (HPS) is a postgraduate career for pharmacists at the National University of Córdoba and the first in Argentina. It is a six semester’s course organized by units.

Objective: To analyze and compare the difficulties perceived by the pharmacists for obtaining the specialist title, in two different moments of the HPS career.

Methodology: Investigational study of pharmacists’ perception using a nominal group technique in two different moments of the didactic curriculum.

Results: Nineteen hospital pharmacists participated in the first workshop identifying 16 barriers, while 15 professionals in the second meeting perceived 15 difficulties. All of them were HPS students.

Difficulties were grouped in six themes: research/thesis, time, data access, financing, knowledge, and others.

Conclusions: In both moments of the course, pharmacists prioritized the barriers related to the research necessary to develop the thesis. Minor barriers as English knowledge and Informatics were overcome from one year to another.
Study of Implication of Wbc and Platelet Count among Sickle Cell Disease Patients in Waghodia Region, Vadodara, Gujarat
Authors: Thakkar Charmi C. , Sailaja Inampudi
Published: May 2022

Introduction: Hematological parameters are very useful profiles in the effective management of the disease However, there is scarcity of studies on the hematological parameters of SCD in Gujarat.

Objective: The objective of the study was to changes in hematological finding in patients of sickle cell disease.

Materials and Methods: This Prospective studyincludes total 150 participants who suffering from sickle cell anemia and attending at our Institute Complete blood count (CBC) and sickling test was done from all participants Comparison of results was done between Sickle cell trait and Sickle cell disease Group.

Results: The mean age of the SCA patients was 25 54±10 years. Maximum participants are found to be from age group 25-30 yr(n=35) followed by 20-25 yr(n=30) of the 150 SCA patients, 89 (59 33%), and 61 (40 6%) were males and females, respectively. The Mean value of WBC count(/cumm) in SCT group is10611±3015 and SCD is 14427±3693 while the Mean value of Platelet count (lacs/cumm) is 3.75±1 i10 and 4 04±0 94 SCT and SCD Group.

Conclusions: The present study found elevated levels of WBC and PLT among the SCD patients, possibly reflecting spleen effect in these patientsi These hematological parameters present a more descriptive data on SCD patients in Gujarat and may as well provide a useful tool and assist clinicians in the management of SCD patients in india.