bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Colector Solar Autocontenido
Authors: Gálvez Bohórquez Melisa , Pérez Ibarra Sebastián , Torres Montano Brian Leonardo
Published: October 2024

El colector solar consiste en un sistema de calentamiento de agua por acción pasiva con el aprovechamiento del calor obtenido por la radiación solar ejercida sobre las superficies, que para el prototipo desarrollado se compone por un tanque plástico con la doble función de almacenar agua a la vez que permite la recirculación de este líquido, que fluye a través de un conjunto de mangueras con base en el principio de convección. El sistema se conforma por un tanque recubierto por: películas de aislamiento térmico, sistema de mangueras para el calentamiento y recirculación de agua, accesorios hidráulicos, y envolvente en material traslúcido (para generar la captación del calor y rayos solares al interior del sistema). Este colector tiene como innovación, el tanque integrado que funciona como estructura para el sistema de circulación, ahorrando espacio en la instalación y traslado; la fabricación se desarrolló con materiales de reutilización y bajo presupuesto.
Cartilla sobre las fuentes del Derecho
Authors: Jiménez William-Guillermo
Published: October 2024

El vocablo procede del latín fons, fontis que tiene al menos dos significados: a) El lugar donde fluye un líquido; b) El principio, la causa u origen de una cosa. Como es lógico, es el segundo significado el que interesa a la ciencia jurídica. La noción de fuente del derecho implica lo siguiente: • El origen del derecho. Las causas que lo originaron y originan • La manifestación del derecho. Es decir, su expresión concreta y visible • La autoridad de la que emana. Ya sea el legislador, las cortes, el ejecutivo o la propia comunidad como en el caso de la costumbre jurídica • El fundamento de validez. Se refiere a si cumple con los procedimientos de elaboración En sentido general, la fuente última o suprema del derecho está constituida por la vida en sociedad: el derecho es un producto social dado que proviene de las relaciones humanas, y también de las relaciones de humanos con no humanos, lo que exige que la conducta del hombre se sujete a ciertas reglas de observancia para la convivencia social y el respeto de los grandes valores y principios de la vida.
Un análisis del comportamiento del sector de calzado en Colombia en el periodo 2010-2018
Authors: Torres Medina Fernando , Márquez Lozano Fredy José
Published: October 2024

El presente documento realiza un análisis del comportamiento del sector de calzada en el periodo 2010-2018. Este consta del estudio del sector en lo referente a producción comercio exterior y otra en la que se desarrolla todo el componente financiero. La finalidad es mostrar la contribución del sector a la generación de empleo y producto. Además, determinar la capacidad de permanencia en el tiempo tanto de las empresas que pertenecen a él, como del sector en general.
Gestión sostenible del recurso hídrico: estudio de caso sobre la contaminación por cromo del río Tunjuelo, Bogotá D.C., Colombia
Authors: Borda Prada Olga Lucia , Guerrero Rodríguez Ariel Fabricio
Published: October 2024

Se presenta aquí un documento relacionado con la gestión sostenible del recurso hídrico, la cual se relaciona con el aprovechamiento, control de calidad y suministro de agua segura a las comunidades. En este sentido, se describen algunos aspectos del objetivo de desarrollo sostenible (ODS) 6 y se presenta una descripción sobre los avances de esta gestión en Colombia. Seguidamente, se presenta un estudio de caso sobre la reducción de niveles de cromo en el rio Tunjuelo con el que se logra impactar de manera importante el ODS mencionado.
Humanismo cristiano
Authors: Torres-Torres Néstor Hugo
Published: October 2024

Tras la Reforma Protestante de Martín Lutero, el cristianismo católico entra en una notable crisis de poder que le exige tomar medidas para intentar mantener el statu quo que había logrado consolidar y mantener durante el periodo medieval. Esta escueta reflexión tiene el propósito de mostrar las bases filosóficas del Humanismo cristiano, entendido como el movimiento que teorizó sobre el cristianismo durante el periodo reformador, con el fin de recuperar los valores y los principios de esta religión durante sus primeros siglos de existencia, de manera que se pudieran presentar como la verdadera doctrina cristiana. La definición que se consiguió con esta corriente humanística estableció los argumentos de lo que fue la Contrarreforma o Reforma católica, materializada en el Concilio de Trento (1545-1563). Desde un enfoque cualitativo y a partir del análisis hermenéutico, se discurre sobre el pensamiento de los tres grandes representantes del Humanismo cristiano: Erasmo de Rotterdam, Tomas Moro y Juan Luis Vives, para establecer los principios teóricos del cristianismo del siglo XVI y analizar el papel sociológico que comenzó a ostentar a partir de entonces. Tomando como referencia los postulados expuestos, se puede inferir que el cristianismo es más que una mera creencia religiosa, supone un modelo sociológico basado en el principio de la dignidad y en el valor de la solidaridad. La aplicación de este modelo, por tanto, puede considerarse una alternativa viable para la construcción y estructuración de la sociedad.
What’s New in the New Europe? Redefining Culture, Politics, Identity
Authors: Rosenthal Edna , Höjelid Stefan , Blaya Fernando , Nuere Silvia , Islán Manuel , Egea Denise , Mănescu Iolanda , Grande Per Bjørnar , Castellani Victor , Sriratana Verita , Barczewska Shala , Hugoson Rolf , Planková Veronika , Walden Jennifer , Dipla Anthi , Rindisbacher Hans , Maj Dorota , Pomarański Marcin , Ziętara Wojciech , Nyeck S. N. , Hinchliffe Geoffrey , Kataliakos Giorgos , Weiner Richard R. , López Iván , Kiss Endre , Debono Mark , Visone Tommaso , Pia Paternò Maria , Drousioti Kalli , Papastephanou Marianna , Senigaglia Cristiana , Rouette Alexandre , Schmal Daniel , Marrama Oberto , Proios William , Marega Stella , Barańska Paulina
Published: October 2024

The papers presented here are the result of the conference “What’s New in the New Europe? Redefining Culture, Politics, Identity” which took place July 11–15, 2016. The conference was organized by ISSEI (The International Society for the Study of European Ideas) and the Faculty of International and Political Studies, University of Lodz, Poland. It was an honor for the Faculty of International and Political Studies to be invited by ISSEI to host its 2016 biennial international conference. Previous hosts of the prestigious conference include Amsterdam (1988); Leuven (1990); Aalborg (1992); Graz (1994); Utrecht (1996); Haifa (1998); Bergen (2000); Aberystwyth (2002); Pamplona (2004); Malta (2006); Helsinki (2008); Ankara (2010); Cyprus (2012); Porto (2014).
Novel Approaches in HIV-1 Cure: Genetic Editing and Gene Repression Techniques. Topic Review
Authors: Castilla Salcedo Nicolas Alejandro
Published: October 2024

Introduction: The worldwide challenge presented by human immunodeficiency virus type 1, affecting 39 million individuals, endures despite the highly active antiretroviral therapy. Limitations of it, including insufficiently addressing viral reservoirs leading to prolonged drug toxicity, resistance concerns, and economic burdens, have fueled exploration into alternative approaches. Gene editing and gene repression techniques have emerged as potential solutions. Objective: Conduct a comprehensive analysis of recent research following Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines, focusing on genetic modification and gene repression in HIV-1-infected samples. Methods: A meticulous search identified 413 articles, of which 76 met strict criteria. Inclusion criteria involved studies on gene editing and HIV-1 expression (2019–2023), emphasizing CCR5 repression. Exclusions targeted weak evidence, lacking practical efficacy, and non-relevance to HIV-1 or genetic tools. Duplicates and non-open-access articles were also excluded. Results: The identified strategies show promise in their ability to mitigate the chronicity of the infection. However, challenges such as off-target effects, ethical considerations surrounding in vivo, ex vivo, and germline editing, and variable efficacy across studies are evident. The imperative for continued evaluation, refinement of techniques, and the development of effective administration methods is underscored. Conclusions: This topic review provides a nuanced exploration of recent advancements in gene editing and gene repression techniques for managing HIV-1. While the findings suggest promising avenues, the identified challenges necessitate ongoing research and innovation in order to harness the full potential of these strategies in the quest for an effective HIV-1 solution.
Monographie de Gmelina arborea
Authors: Boulet-Gercourt M.
Published: October 2024

Gmelina arborea est une espèce d'origine asiatique, largement plantée en Inde, en Malaisie et ailleurs. Elle a été introduite dans un grand nombre de pays africains et en Amérique. C'est un arbre rustique à feuilles caduques, à croissance rapide, dont les plantations sont couronnées de succès.Le bois de Gmelina peut être utilisé pour de nombreux usages (menuiserie légère, bois de mine, poteaux, placage, etc.) mais son intérêt principal réside dans son utilisation pour la production de pâte à papier.Dans cette monographie, l'auteur a regroupé et synthétisé tous les documents publiés, qu'ils soient d'origine anglaise ou française, sur cette excellente essence. Il indique également les résultats des différents essais effectués sur Gmelina dans les laboratoires du Centre Technique Forestier Tropical.
Le pouvoir calorifique des bois tropicaux
Authors: Doat Jacqueline
Published: October 2024

Pour considérer le bois comme une source d'énergie, il faut connaître son pouvoir calorifique. Le laboratoire de chimie du Centre Technique Forestier Tropical a effectué des tests sur 111 essences tropicales d'Afrique, d'Asie et d'Amérique du Sud, ainsi que sur 4 essences tempérées servant de référence. Il a été constaté qu'il n'y avait pas de corrélation entre le pouvoir calorifique d'un bois et sa densité. La relation entre le pouvoir calorifique et la composition chimique a été étudiée. Des corrélations simples ont été établies et, au moyen de corrélations multiples, il a été possible de calculer, à un degré d'approximation satisfaisant, le pouvoir calorifique à partir de la composition chimique.
Vérification des théories sur la stabilité des lames de scies circulaires
Authors: Mote C.D.
Published: October 2024

La théorie de la vitesse critique pour les scies circulaires prévoit des conditions de stabilité lorsqu'une scie reste plane et coupe une trajectoire droite, et des conditions d'instabilité lorsque la scie n'est plus plane et ne produit plus de coupes précises. Cet article présente les résultats d'un programme expérimental sur un processus de production qui montre une correspondance presque parfaite entre la prédiction théorique de la vitesse critique et la précision mesurée du produit. Le calcul de la vitesse critique a nécessité la mesure de la température de la lame de production à l'aide d'un thermomètre à rayonnement et la précision du produit a été évaluée indépendamment comme l'écart type de l'épaisseur du produit. La théorie de la vitesse critique est directement applicable à la conception et au fonctionnement optimaux des scies circulaires.
Intra-rater and test-retest reliability of videography observation method to check diversion time in Fukuda step test among college going students
Authors: Kumar Amit , Upmanyu Aditi
Published: October 2024

[Purpose] The Fukuda step test is a valuable tool for identifying vestibular dysfunction in humans. This study evaluated the intra-rater and test-retest reliabilities of videograph observations to determine the diversion time while performing the Fukuda test. This study aimed to determine the use of videographic observation as a beneficial tool for recording real-time assessment procedures in clinical settings.[Methods] Fifty college students who were selected based on the inclusion criteria performed three consecutive sessions of the Fukuda step test. Intra-rater and test-retest reliabilities of the videograph observations were identified using the intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC).[Results] We noted both, good intra-rater (ICC= 0.78) and moderate-to-good test-retest reliabilities (ICC= 0.69) of the videograph observations.[Conclusion] Videographic observation can be used in clinical settings to identify diversion times while performing the Fukuda step test.
Effects of wearing a KF94 face mask on performance, perceptual parameters, and physiological responses during resistance exercise
Authors: Ji Minje , Lee Dohyeon , Lee Sewon
Published: October 2024

[Purpose] Wearing face masks in indoor public places, including fitness centers, is an effective strategy for preventing the airborne transmission of viruses. Despite this, limited research has addressed the effects of wearing a mask during resistance exercise, which is primarily performed in indoor fitness centers. This study investigated the effects of wearing a KF94 face mask on exercise volume, perceptual parameters, and cardiorespiratory and cardiovascular responses during resistance exercise.[Methods] Twenty young men (23.8 ± 0.5 years old) participated in this randomized crossover trial. The participants performed moderate-intensity resistance exercise (60% of 1RM) sessions under two different conditions (KF94 mask vs. no mask). Cardiorespiratory parameters, exercise volume, rating of perceived exertion (RPE), and dyspnea were measured. Blood lactate concentration, blood pressure, arterial stiffness, and perceptual parameters were measured pre- and post-exercise.[Results] Wearing the KF94 mask significantly reduced exercise volume, ventilation volume, and ventilation efficiency compared to exercising without a mask (p < 0.05). Although blood lactate concentration remained unchanged between the two conditions, RPE and dyspnea were significantly higher with the KF94 mask (p < 0.01). Central arterial stiffness post-exercise was significantly higher with the KF94 mask than without it (p < 0.01).[Conclusion] Wearing a KF94 face mask during resistance exercise affected exercise volume, perceptual parameters, and cardiorespiratory and cardiovascular responses. These findings suggest that coaches and trainers should consider the individual characteristics when designing exercise prescriptions and modifying resistance exercise variables while wearing KF94 masks.
Physical activity and nutrient intake levels according to grip strength among single-household elderly in Korea: data from 2014 and 2019 Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (KNHANES)
Authors: Park Mi-Young , Chung Nana
Published: October 2024

[Purpose] We analyzed the differences in physical activity (PA) levels and nutrient intake based on grip strength among elderly men and women in single-person households (ESH) in Korea.[Methods] Data were obtained from 1,581 ESH individuals (aged ≥65 years) from the Korean National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (2014–2019). PA levels (occupational and recreational moderate-intensity activities, travel to and from places, walking, and strength training) and nutrient intake (including, total energy, carbohydrates, protein, and fat) were analyzed.[Results] Men exhibited no differences in PA related to grip strength, except for the number of strength training days (p=0.000). Women with higher grip strength engaged more in recreational activities, travel, and strength training (all, p=0.000). Men with higher grip strength consumed more protein, while women consumed greater amounts of total fat (p=0.030), monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFA) (p=0.024), and polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) (p=0.011). Both sexes had increased Vitamin C intake (men: p=0.023, women: p=0.020).[Conclusion] Sex-related differences in PA levels and nutrient intake based on grip strength were observed among older individuals in ESH. Women require programs to enhance diverse PA and balance fat intake, while men need interventions focused on strength training and protein intake.
Relationship between fat-free mass index and nutrient intake in protein supplement user among Japanese collegiate soccer athletes
Authors: Takahashi Ryunosuke , Kobayashi Yukiko , Fujii Takako , Kuwabara Shino , Segawa-Yoshimoto Yuko , Aoi Wataru , Kuwahata Masashi
Published: October 2024

[Purpose] Protein supplements are widely used by athletes, prompting the scrutiny of their impact on low energy availability. This study investigated whether habitual protein supplement use is linked to physical characteristics and nutrient intake in Japanese university soccer athletes. In addition, an attempt was made to examine the differences in physical characteristics and nutrient intake according to muscle mass in protein supplement users using the fat-free mass index (FFMI), which reflects muscle mass.[Methods] A dietary survey, physical activity survey, and measurement of the physical characteristics of 38 Japanese collegiate soccer players were conducted.[Results] The habitual protein supplement utilization rate among the participants was 50%, and the participants exhibited an FFMI of 19.2 ± 1.3 kg/m2. Significant disparities between the two groups were noted in exercise energy expenditure (p = 0.023); carbohydrates (p = 0.039); copper (p = 0.003); and vitamins B1 (p = 0.016), B2 (p = 0.040), B6 (p = 0.003), C (p = 0.012), and D (p = 0.033), with higher levels observed in the protein-consuming cohort compared to the non-consuming cohort. Protein supplement users (n = 15) were stratified into two groups based on the median FFMI of the entire population (18.9 kg/m2). While the energy balance ratios were comparable between the groups, the high FFMI group tended to exhibit elevated energy intake (p = 0.169), consumption (p = 0.076), and carbohydrate consumption (p = 0.092), compared to the low FFMI group.[Conclusion] These findings suggest that adequate carbohydrate and protein intakes are crucial for preserving or augmenting muscle mass in young Japanese soccer athletes, including those consuming protein supplements.
Effects of fermented oyster extract supplementation on free fatty acid and liver enzymes in older women with obesity
Authors: Son Woo Hyeon , Park Hyun Tae , Jeon Byeong Hwan , Ha Min-Seong
Published: October 2024

[Purpose] This study aimed to investigate the effects of a 12-week intake of fermented oyster extract on free fatty acids and liver enzymes in older women with obesity and to provide basic data for improving liver function in older individuals with obesity.[Methods] A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial aimed to confirm the effects of fermented oyster extract intake on free fatty acid (FFA) levels and liver function in older women with obesity. The study included 40 older women with obesity with a body mass index ≥ 25 kg/m2. Participants were divided into a fermented oyster intake group (n = 20) and control group (n = 20). Serum FFA, aspartate aminotransferase (AST), alanine aminotransferase (ALT), alkaline phosphatase (ALP), and gamma-glutamyl transferase (GGT) levels were measured at weeks 0 and 12.[Results] Our results showed an interaction effect between the two groups in terms of serum FFA levels (p<0.05), with a post-intervention decrease in the FSO group (p<0.05). AST, ALT, and GGT levels also showed an interaction effect between the two groups (p<0.05), with a significant postintervention decrease in the FSO group (p<0.05).[Conclusion] The intake of fermented oyster extract significantly reduced FFA, ALT, AST, and GGT levels. These results suggested that the consumption of fermented oyster extract may improve liver function. However, the findings of this study were limited to elderly women with obesity, and the relatively short intake period and small sample size may limit the generalization of the results.
Sex differences in upper and lower strength and their association with body composition among university students
Authors: Pérez Miguel A. , Urrejola-Contreras Gabriela P. , Hernández Judith , Silva Pamela , Torres-Banduc Maximiliano
Published: October 2024

[Purpose] Sex strongly influences physical performance throughout adolescence, and excess fat mass is associated with several health and performance impairments. This study aimed to evaluate whether variations in strength between men and women dependent on lean mass and body fat content.[Methods] This cross-sectional, quasi-experimental, non-probabilistic study involved 44 university students (22 men and 22 women, aged 19–29). Handgrip strength (HGS) was measured using an adjustable handgrip dynamometer, body composition was assessed using bioimpedance, and countermovement jumps (CMJ) were measured using a force platform. Data were analyzed using ANOVA to compare HGS and CMJ based on body mass, and the Pearson correlation coefficient was applied to examine the relationships between grip strength, body composition, and jump test performance.[Results] Strength is significantly higher in men compared to women, as is countermovement jump. The strength of women corresponded to over 50% of that of men, whereas the quantity of lean mass in women corresponded to 55% of that of men. We found a significant relationship between strength and lean mass.[Conclusion] This study supports the idea that both upper- and lower-body strengths are strongly influenced by lean mass, thereby contributing to sex differences. The primary factor in body composition that explains the disparities in HGS and CMJ between sexes is the proportion of fat mass to lean mass. Finally, the sex disparities observed between body composition and strength depend on lean mass content.
THE EFFECT OF PNEUMOCOCCAL CONJUGATE VACCINE PENTABIO, AND MULTI-INJECTION IMMUNIZATION EDUCATION ON KNOWLEDGE AND ACCEPTANCE OF MULTI-INJECTION IMMUNIZATION
Authors: Ayu Wulansari  , Puspitasari Dwiyanti , Ningtyas Woro Setia
Published: October 2024

Background: Pneumonia is the main caused of morbidity and mortality in children under five years of worldwide. According to the Health Profile Data (2021), the province with the highest coverage of pneumonia among under-fives was in East Java (50%) and in Blitar Regency at 40%. Indonesia was tried to control pneumonia by increasing PCV immunization efforts. PCV immunization is first given at the age of two months along with pentabio immunization or known as multi injectable immunization. Based on the results of a preliminary study conducted at the Talun Primary Health Care in Blitar Regency on pregnant women in the 3rd trimester and mothers who have babies aged 0-2 months, it was found that 71% of mothers did not know about the existence of multiple immunization injections between pcv and pentabio. Knowledge about one's health can be done by providing health education. This study aims to analyze the effect of health education on knowledge of PCV immunization, pentabio and multi-injection immunization and acceptance of multi-injection immunization in respondents. Methods: This study used pre-experimental design with a one group pretest-posttest. The number of samples was 40 respondents with sampling techniques used purposive sampling. The independent variable was health education which was given once with lecture method. The dependent variable was knowledge and acceptance of multi-injection immunization. The instrument used was a questionnaire. Data analysis used Wilcoxon signed rank test and Mc Nemar test. Results: After providing education showed that the knowledge of respondents in the good category increased from 25% to 95%, in the sufficient category 5% and there were no respondents in the poor category. Acceptance of multiple immunization injections after providing education showed that respondents receiving multiple immunization injections increased from 30% to 97.5%. Wilcoxon signed rank test results p = ≤0.01 and Mc nemar test results p = ≤0.01, indicating  significant effect of pneumococcal conjugated vaccine, pentabio, and multi-injection immunization  education on knowledge and acceptance of multi-injection immunization. Conclusion: There is an effect of providing education on  pneumococcal conjugated vaccine, pentabio, and multi-injection immunization  on knowledge and acceptance of multi-injection immunization
HUSBANDS' PERCEPTIONS AND EXPERIENCES IN CARING FOR WIFE WITH CERVICAL CANCER: A QUALITATIVE PHENOMENOLOGICAL STUDY
Authors: Komariyah Siti Nurul , Fitriana Farida , Lestari Pudji
Published: October 2024

Background: Cervical cancer ranks fourth for cancer that is often experienced by women worldwide and all ages with an estimated 604,127 new cases (6.5%), 342,000 deaths and about 90% of these cases occurred in low- and middle-income countries in 2020. In terms of psychoneuroimmunology, physical and emotional stress can have an impact on the immune system. Husband support with anxiety levels in cervical cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, data was obtained that 7 out of 12 cervical cancer patients experience lower levels of anxiety when getting support from their husbands because patients feel more comfortable, calm and happy. This study aims to explore the perceptions and experiences of husbands while caring for their wives suffering from cervical cancer. Method: This research was conducted using qualitative methods with a phenomenological approach. The research subjects or informants in this study are husbands who treat wives with cervical cancer at Dr. Soetomo Surabaya Hospital who meet the inclusion and exclusion criteria From the results of semi-structured interviews, the researcher took the following steps, organizing and preparing the data to be analyzed, reading and viewing all the data, coding all the data, using the coding as material for creating descriptions, connecting between themes, and providing interpretation and meaning about the theme.Result: In this study, researchers found four dominant perceptions of husbands caring for their wives who had cervical cancer. These perceptions are most participants did not know about cervical cancer, all participants felt negative emotions when they learned about the complaints experienced by wives, various forms of support were given by participants to wives, all participants hoped for the recovery of wives. In the section on husbands' experiences in caring for wives with cervical cancer, researchers found five experiences experienced by husbands. These experiences include: all participants' wives experienced bleeding complaints, all participants experienced changes in terms of conjugal sexual relations, most participants had bad concerns about wife disease, the majority of participants never used poly palliative or pain-free services, most participants hoped that administrative services at Dr. Soetomo Surabaya Hospital would be faster. Conclusion: Cervical cancer affects and changes all aspects of women's lives and their families including for husbands of patients, therefore the care given to cervical cancer patients should be carried out holistically
STRESS, PHYSICAL ACTIVITY, AND DIETARY INTAKE ARE ASSOCIATED WITH DYSMENORRHEA AMONG FEMALE STUDENTS
Authors: Syamsudi Nur Anindya , Mayasari Noor Rohmah , Solihah Lini Anisfatus
Published: October 2024

Background: The estimated prevalence of dysmenorrhea ranges from 45% to 93% of women of reproductive age. Approximately 10–15% of women complain about severe pain, resulting in a negative impact on their daily activities. Factors that cause dysmenorrhea are physical activity, nutritional status, dietary intake, stress, and body mass index. This study explores the prevalence of dysmenorrhea and investigates its correlation with physical activity, stress, and Dietary Intake among female students studying nutrition in Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia. Method: This research was cross sectional analytic descriptive study with minimum sample size of 114 female students. Primary data was collected using a set of questionnaires. Dysmenorrhea pain was assessed using the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS). Stress  levels were measured by employing  the Depression  Anxiety  Stress  Scales 42 (DASS 42). Physical activity using The International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ). Dietary data including intakes of energy, iron, folate, and B12 was assessed using non-consecutive 3x24 hours food records, representing 2 weekdays and a weekend. The data were analyzed using chi-square for category data and one-way anova for continuous data. Result: Dietary intake especially vitamin B12 (p=0.02) were associated to the level of dysmenorrhea, whereas stress (p=0.36) and physical activity (p=0.82) was not associated of dysmenorrhea. Conclusion: This study emphasized the high prevalence of dysmenorrhea among female college students studying Nutrition, revealing important connections between stress, physical activity and dietary intake. Additionally, the research revealed a significant relationship between dietary intake (vitamin B12) and dysmenorrhea.
DIFFERENCES IN CHANGES IN KNOWLEDGE OF WOMEN ABOUT EARLY DETECTION OF CERVICAL CANCER BETWEEN USING PRESENTATION MEDIA COUNSELING AND LEAFLET COUNSELING
Authors: Yuliana Baiq Ade Herna , Purwanto Bambang , Euvanggelia Dwilda Ferdinandus  , Mulawardhana Pungky
Published: October 2024

Background: Encouraging early detection and prompt treatment of precancerous lesions is the key to preventing cervical cancer in women who are fertile. IVA examinations are used to detect precancerous lesions early on. Thus far, both nationally and at Mojo Health Center, the IVA examination has been achieved. Women of reproductive age may not be as aware of early diagnosis of precancerous lesions as they should be, which could contribute to the low IVA examination achievement. Due to a lack of understanding regarding the early diagnosis of precancerous lesions, women of reproductive age have low awareness. Method: A lecture and leafleting approach were used to conduct this health counseling. This kind of study uses a quasi-experimental pretest-posttest one group design, which is experimental in nature. carried out in Surabaya City at the Mojo Health Center. A straightforward random sampling methodology was used to choose the sample of 84 WUS, who were then split into two groups: the treatment group, which received an intervention counseling lecture style, and the control group, which received a leaflet intervention. A questionnaire was utilized to collect the data, and the Wilcoxon signed rank test was used to evaluate it. Independent Samples Test (p<0.05) and Wilcoxon signed Rank test. Results: The test results showing variations in both groups' knowledge levels produced the result p = 0.000 (p <0.05). P = 0.268 (p>0.05) was the outcome of the test to determine the value of differences in knowledge factors between the treatment group and the control group. Conclusion: There is no difference in WUS knowledge between the lecture method and leaflet media distribution when it comes to counseling, but there is a shift in the outcomes of WUS knowledge about early detection of cervical cancer before and after receiving counseling.
Risk Factors for Central Nervous System Infection After Craniotomy for Gliomas: The 8-Year Experience from a Tertiary Medical Center
Authors: Zhang Xin , Zheng Zhiyao , Guo Xiaopeng , Wang Hai , Gong Le , Wang Yu , Guo Fuping , Ma Wenbin
Published: October 2024

Object: Due to the fact that glioma surgery requires manipulation of the brain parenchyma and the expression of inflammatory mediators, there is often a possibility of central nervous system (CNS) infection occurring after surgery. Previous studies on CNS infections related to neurosurgery have uniformly explored the risk factors for CNS infections in all neurosurgery surgeries that require craniotomy, but have not explored the risk factors and clinical characteristics of CNS infections after glioma resection.
Methods: We included patients who underwent glioma resection from January 2015 to March 2023, systematically recorded population characteristics, clinical, surgical, laboratory and survival data, analyzed high-risk factors for postoperative CNS infections, summarized cerebrospinal fluid characteristics, antibiotic use, and explored whether CNS infections affects the long-term prognosis of glioma patients after surgery.
Results:All 337 patients underwent glioma resection, and 61 patients (18.1%) developed CNS infections after surgery. Ventricle Opening, post-op other systemic infections, post-op maximum cavity diameter, and peripheral blood Monocyte% are independent risk factors for postoperative CNS infections. The median protein content in cerebrospinal fluid of patients with CNS infections is 1.73g/L ([IQR] 1.03-3.06), the median glucose content is 2.7mmol/L ([IQR] 1.90-3.70), and the median WBC is 1478×106cells/L ([IQR] 467-4204.25×106), with a median percentage of multinucleated cells of 84.1% ([IQR] 74.55% -90.83%). Meropenem and Vancomycin are the most commonly used antibiotics, with an average usage time of 7.79 days and 8.41 days, respectively. Survival analysis suggests that the occurrence of CNS infections does not affect the long-term prognosis of glioma patients after surgery.
Conclusions: This study separately explored the risk factors for CNS infections in patients with glioma after surgery, instead of all diseases which need craniotomy，and summarized their cerebrospinal fluid characteristics and antibiotic use. Although CNS infection is only one of the possible complications during the treatment of gliomas, we believe that this will make a certain contribution to neurosurgeons' individualized prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of patients in the diagnosis and treatment of gliomas.
The Risk Factor Associated with Leprosy Cases in Children under Fifteen Years Old, in Dili, Liquica, Manatuto, Baucau, Raeoa Timor Leste 2014-2023
Authors: da Silva Pascuela Apriani , Barreto Aniceto Cardoso , da Silva Valente , Martins Nelson
Published: October 2024

Objective : Children < 15 years old are thought to be the most vulnerable group to contracting the infection than adults due to their immature or developing immunity. We investigated whether index patient child leprosy are associated with parental education, parental unemployment, parental income, household crowding, inadequate ventilation household contacts, neighbours contact and nutritional deficiency in Dili, Liquica, Manatuto, Baucau, RAEOA. Methods: We designed matched case-control study. Cases were fathers of children with leprosy under 15 years old while controls were non random sample of children without leprosy who live in the same household and neighbourhood with child leprosy < 15 years who have the same age and gender with child leprosy. The case-to-control ratio was 1:2. We identified the factors that significantly differed between the cases and controls in a multivariable binary logistic regression analysis and reported the odds ratio (OR) and 95% confidence interval (CI)Results: We found similar demographic among the 40 cases and 80 controls. The research results indicated that out of the 8 variables examined, 4 variables household contacts, household crowding, inadequate ventilation, and nutritional deficiency were significant risk factors (P value < 0.005). In a multivariate analysis, household contact was identified as a significant factor in the occurrence of leprosy in children under 15 years old (P value = 0.003, AOR = 3.788, 95% CI: 1.593–9.003)Conclusion: Considering that household contacts consist of a recognizable group of individuals under 15 years old with a high risk of disease, as they live in close proximity to a source of infection, it is essential to focus on education, routine screening, and the application of chemoprophylactic protocols towards leprosy prevention among household contacts, especially blood relatives.
Isotherm Maps of Extreme Temperature Actions for Steel-Concrete Composite Girder in Plateau and Cold Area
Authors: Liu Yujuan , Ma Zhiyuan , Liu Jiang
Published: October 2024

In order to accurately assess the temperature action and effect of steel-concrete composite girder bridges in plateau and cold area, this paper investigated nearly 50 years of historical meteorological data from 26 meteorological observation stations in the Tibet region of China, and numerical simulation of the temperature field of the composite girder was carried out by using the most unfavorable extreme meteorological conditions of each meteorological station as the boundary, respectively. The most unfavorable values of effective temperature and positive and negative vertical temperature gradients were obtained. The geographical variability of the temperature actions at different meteorological stations was analyzed, and the contour maps of the extreme values of the effective temperature and temperature gradient actions were further obtained by using the spatial interpolation method. The study shows that the effective temperature of the composite girder is significantly affected by the climatic environment, and the isotherm map can visualize the geographical distribution law of the effective temperature extremes of the concrete box girder. The maximum and minimum effective temperatures in Tibet range from 18.28 ℃ to 42.27 ℃ and from -41.07 ℃ to 4.71 ℃ respectively, with a geographic variability of 23.99 ℃ and 45.78 ℃ respectively. The maximum regional difference of positive and negative temperature gradient reaches 11.32 ℃ and 7.69 ℃ respectively. Referring to the Chinese specification and the European specification of the composite girder's temperature role in the value, the highest effective temperature and positive temperature gradient in most of the areas in Tibet is too conservative, and the lowest effective temperature and negative temperature gradient is not safe enough, which may lead to the composite girder bridges with cracking of the concrete deck slabs and the disease of the bearings and expansion joints.
Between Populism and Emotion: How Social Media Shapes Youth Politics
Authors: Ferreira Gil Baptista
Published: October 2024

Is the existence of populist sentiments linked to greater affective polarization? Is there a relationship between these two factors (populist sentiments and affective polarization) and the endorsement of far-right ideologies? Are there differences in the types of media prioritized by individuals with varying levels of affective polarization? This exploratory study, conducted in the context of the early legislative elections in Portugal in April 2024, analyzes data from a sample of 130 first-time young voters. It suggests an association between the defense of far-right arguments, the possession of populist sentiments, and levels of affective polarization. The study also found variations in affective polarization among young people who prioritized different types of social media to inform themselves on political issues.
A Survey of Generative Adversarial Network on Next Generation Network
Authors: Mousa Ramin , Masoudi Babak , Jafari Razia
Published: October 2024

Generative adversarial networks consisting of two parts, generator and discriminator, have obtained acceptable results in classification, prediction and generation of new samples in the discussion of 4G, 5G and 6G. In this article, the aim is to review a comprehensive study in relation to these networks. At the beginning of this research, different topics such as network training, network error checking and types of GAN's are investigated. In the following, the applications of GAN will be discussed separately.
Evaluation of the Effects of Sedation and Anesthesia on Total Lung Volume and Attenuation in Rabbit Lung CT Exams
Authors: Sargo Roberto , Tomé Inês , Silva Filipe , Ginja Mário
Published: October 2024

Respiratory diseases are common in rabbits, but subclinical conditions can be challenging to diagnose and may cause respiratory problems during anesthesia. CT is the preferred method for diagnosing lung diseases, but anesthesia can alter lung volume and cause lung lobe collapse. In this study, seventeen healthy 5-month-old male New Zealand white rabbits underwent thoracic CT scans under different conditions. Rabbits were sedated with midazolam and butorphanol and scanned in a sphinx position they were then anesthetized with dexmedetomidine and ketamine and scanned again in sternal recumbency during spontaneous breathing. Lastly, apnea was induced using intermittent positive pressure ventilation (IPPV) for a final scan. Lung volume and density were measured using the 3D Slicer software, with thresholds set between -1050 and -100 Hounsfield Units (HU). Sedated animals had significantly higher total lung volume (69.39±10.04 cm³) than anesthetized (47.10±9.28 cm³) and anesthetized in apnea rabbits (48.60±7.40cm³). Mean lung attenuation during sedation was -611.26 HU (right) and -636.00 HU (left). After anesthesia induction, values increased to -552.75 HU (right) and -561.90 HU (left). Following apnea induction, attenuation slightly decreased to -569.40 HU (right) and -579.94 HU (left). The results indicate that sedation may be preferable for rabbit lung CT to minimize anesthesia-related changes.
Young Versus Experienced Surgeons in Endoscopic Treatment of Pilonidal Sinus Disease
Authors: D'Amore Anna , Quarto Gennaro , Manigrasso Michele , Anoldo Pietro , Mazzeo Mario , Chini Alessia , Maione Rosa , Sosa Fernandez Loredana Maria , Iacovazzo Carmine , Servillo Giuseppe , Benassai Giacomo , De Palma Giovanni Domenico , Milone Marco
Published: October 2024

Background: This study evaluates Endoscopic Sinusectomy procedures performed by young and experienced surgeons to compare outcomes achieved by young surgeons to those obtained by experienced surgeons.
Methods: From a prospectively maintained database, patients with chronic non recurrent pilonidal disease who underwent Endoscopic Sinusectomy since 1 September 2011 to 31 December 2021, were enrolled. After the propensity score analysis, 200 patients were involved and divided in the group of procedures performed by young surgeons and the group performed by experienced surgeons.
Results: About recurrence rate at 1-year follow up (7% vs. 10%, p=0.45) and 5-years follow-up (12.5% vs. 17.5%, p=0.53) and about time off from work (3.54±1.65 vs. 3.61±1.61, p=0.78) no significant results were found. About operative time (30.44±5.57 vs. 43.43±3.83, p=0.004), infection rate (4% vs. 14%, p = 0.013), time to healing of wound (27.89±11.06 vs. 42.22±13.63, p=0.002) and incomplete healing of wound rate (3% vs. 11%, p=0.027) statistically significant differences were found. The multivariate analysis demonstrated that being young surgeons influences the above-mentioned significant results and that the mean distance between lateral orifice and midline impacts on the recurrence rate at 1- and 5-years follow-up for both experienced surgeons’ (p=0.001 and p=0.009) and young surgeons’ procedures (p=0.001 and p=0.003).
Conclusions: The recurrence rate doesn’t increase during the training but an adequate training path to perform endoscopic technique is need. A call to perform high-quality randomized controlled studies for establishing how many surgeries are required to be proficient and to outline the ideal endoscopic technique training path.
Kant'ın Global Şüphecilikle Mücadelesi
Authors: Tuncel Kutlu
Published: October 2024

Kant Saf Aklın Eleştiri’sinde dış dünyanın var olduğunun sadece inanca bağlı olarak kabul edilmesinin ve bu konuda şüpheciye karşı tatmin edici bir kanıt sunamamamızı “felsefenin skandalı” olarak nitelendirir. Kant bu skandalı ortadan kaldırmak için Birinci Eleştiri’de iki ayrı kanıt öne sürmüştür. Ne var ki her iki kanıtın da başarısı tartışmalı ve en azından birtakım sorunlara gebe gibi gözükmektedir. İlk kanıt olan Dördüncü Paralojizmin temel sorunu Berkeleyci fenomenalizme cevaz verir görüntüsüdür. İkinci kanıt olan İdealizmin Çürütülmesinin ise birtakım varsayımları içermesi ve global şüpheciye karşı sonucu varsayma safsatasına başvurmaksızın nasıl çalışacağı açık olmadığı için sorguya açıktır. Buna binaen bazı akademisyenler Kant felsefesinin şüpheciye karşı başarılı bir argüman üretemeyeceğini iddia etmişlerdir. Ben ise bu makalede Kant’ın şüpheciye karşı başvurabileceği bir hamle olduğunu iddia edeceğim. Öncelikle Kantçı diskürsiflik ilkesine dayanarak Kant’ın epistemik bir anti-realizmi savunduğunu ve bu bağlamda bağdaşımcı olarak nitelendirilmesi gerektiğini savunacağım. Daha sonra ise bu temelde Kant’ın global şüpheciye cevap verebilir durumda olduğunu dolayısıyla epistemik anti-realizme dayanarak “güler yüzlü realizm” veya “hümanist ontik-realizm” dediğim şeyi savladığını öne süreceğim.
Inquiring Life span Impact of Mild and Moderate Hearing Impairment on Diverse Aspects of Development
Authors: Hadayat Ali Dr. Hina , Aftab Dr. Muhammad Javed
Published: October 2024

The current study was particularly designed to endeavor the effects of hearing impairment on the developmental dimensionsof persons with hearing impairment. Mild and moderate hearing impairment was assumed to be as independent factor having mild and moderate levels of losses. Multidimensional developmental dimensionsof persons with hearing impairment were taken to be as dependent variables such as cognition, physical, moral, social as well as economicdevelopments. The parents as well as relatives of the persons with hearing impairment from Faisalabad, Jhang and Chiniot citieswere chosen as the population of the study while sample was comprised ofn=208 participantschosen through purposive sampling technique. Effects were stronger among older n=51 with mean ages 69 years (65-74 years) than youngern=72 with mean ages 36 years (20-44 years) and middle aged n=77 with mean ages 58 years (45-64 years) manifesting long lasting effects of independent variable (hearing impairment) on dependent variables (developmental dimensions) of persons with mild and moderate hearing losses. The results of the study revealed monotonically increasing function of developmental dimensions that is affected by the level of disability as in the case of hearing impairment, the effects of disability on the person’s developmental dimensions always increase or remain constant and never decrease in any case or in any circumstances at any stage of life.