bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Plantas medicinais e cuidado em saúde na comunidade
Authors: Cock Nayara Rudeck Oliveira Sthel , Carletto Amanda Firme , Soares Gabriella Barreto , Silva Fábio Hebert da
Published: May 2024

O uso de plantas medicinais convoca perspectivas amplas de saúde das quais emergem práticas de cuidado singulares. Ao afirmar tais práticas como dispositivos coletivos de análise, assevera a dimensão pública do Sistema Único de Saúde (SUS). Nesta proposta, parte-se da necessidade de investir na comunicação entre gestores, trabalhadores e usuários, para assim, abrir diálogo sobre o uso de plantas medicinais na comunidade de Patrimônio da Penha/ES. Relata-se a experiência de uma roda de conversa que produziu questionamentos sobre a gestão dos processos de trabalho. A educação popular e o método da roda foram ferramentas utilizadas para conduzir a troca de saberes. As plantas medicinais serviram como catalisadoras para perspectivas mais amplas de saúde, revelando diferentes relações com o corpo, o bem-estar e a vida. A experiência da roda de conversa demonstrou como a abordagem colaborativa e inclusiva pode redefinir as dinâmicas de cuidado na Atenção Primária à Saúde (APS), aproximando profissionais e comunidade em um espaço de aprendizado mútuo. A iniciativa destaca a relevância de criar espaços de diálogo que integrem diferentes perspectivas e saberes para uma abordagem mais ampla da saúde, estimulando a transformação dos serviços e a formação de redes no SUS.
Extelar
Authors: Brutscher Volmir José , Melo Neto José Francisco de
Published: May 2024

Os grupos de pesquisa, vinculados ou não à institucionalidade, objetivam uma efetiva produção de conhecimento em algum campo específico e em um certo tempo. Incentivam o aprofundamento das escolhas epistemológicas dos membros participantes e, necessariamente, enfatizam ou desenvolvem uma ou várias metodologias, acompanhadas de métodos e técnicas para levarem a cabo os desafios da produção teórica e material. Então, cabe a pergunta: que metodologia(as) há nas ações de ensino, pesquisa e extensão do Grupo de Pesquisa em Extensão Popular (Extelar) que podem constituir a sua marca? A resposta é que há uma metodologia específica no desenvolvimento das atividades, orientada pelas categorias teóricas: movimento, contradição e crítica, na busca dialética de avanços civilizatórios à sociedade. A partir das ações práticas e estudos teóricos do grupo, este texto objetiva apresentar e especificar essa metodologia e refletir sobre seus componentes.
O novo ensino médio no Espírito Santo: a implantação realizada nas escolas-piloto
Authors: Lyrio Anderson Santos , Silva Erineusa Maria da , Tartaglia Leonara Margotto , Ferreira Eliza Bartolozzi
Published: May 2024

Este artigo analisa a implantação do Novo Ensino Médio (NEM) em oito escolas-piloto do sistema estadual de ensino do Espírito Santo (ES). O estudo utiliza documentos legislativos e entrevistas realizadas com os/as diretores/as e os/as pedagogos/as das escolas-piloto, submetidas à análise de conteúdo. Conclui-se que a implantação no ES está em consonância com os princípios da reforma articulada aos mecanismos próprios da nova governamentabilidade neoliberal em ação, pois produz: responsabilização individualizada dos/as estudantes na sua trajetória escolar e adaptação ao novo modelo por meio do Projeto de Vida; redução da autonomia docente; flexibilização e desvalorização do trabalho docente transformando o fazer pedagógico em fazer administrativo e altruísmo dos/as gestores/as aos moldes do sistema privado.
Conscientização: teoria e prática da libertação: uma introdução ao pensamento de Paulo Freire
Authors: Faria Patricia Moreira Caldeira , Xavier Maura Heloisa , Martins Adriano Eurípedes Medeiros
Published: May 2024

O livro de Paulo Freire, Conscientização, escrito em 1979, trata da temática da liberdade e libertação. A educação como ferramenta libertadora, é capaz de conscientizar o sujeito de sua realidade opressiva e marginalizada. É preciso refletir sobre os avanços necessários na educação para a construção de uma educação emancipadora.
Banco Mundial e OCDE como profetas de internacionalização da Educação Básica
Authors: Silva Maria Abádia da , Pimenta Alexandre Marinho
Published: May 2024

O presente artigo situa o Banco Mundial e a Organização para a Cooperação e Desenvolvimento Econômico como profetas de um tipo de internacionalização e busca evidenciar as convergências com as políticas para a educação básica pública no Brasil. Tem como objetivo contribuir com as discussões sobre formas de internacionalização da educação básica, com o propósito de destacar suas manifestações e expressões no ensino médio, à luz do materialismo histórico e dialético. Parte-se da análise documental para apreender na produção científica, na legislação educacional e no empréstimo aprovado entre Banco Mundial e Brasil para implementação do Novo Ensino Médio – Lei nº 13.415/2017, os artifícios que encobrem os interesses dos governos e agentes externos. Constatam-se alinhamentos e estreita vinculação entre proposições dos organismos internacionais e do governo federal para a educação básica, e que a atuação de empresas, fundações e institutos privados ocultam formas de privatização, diluem direitos sociais e favorecem os imperativos da acumulação capitalista.
A internacionalização da educação superior no Brasil: o programa CAPES-PrInt e a cooperação acadêmica internacional
Authors: Morosini Marília Costa , Marcelino Jocelia Martins , Mentges Manuir José , Woicolesco Vanessa Gabrielle
Published: May 2024

O objetivo deste trabalho é analisar como as estratégias de cooperação acadêmica estabelecidas pelas universidades que participam do programa CAPES PrInt podem contribuir para a consolidação da Internacionalização da Educação Superior no Brasil. A análise dos resultados mostra que as redes de cooperação com os países do Norte Global têm maior prevalência; no entanto,  já se constata uma nova configuração com ênfase para a regionalização a partir de redes entre países da América Latina, o que favorece  a disseminação do conhecimento não hegemônico e reafirma a importância do trabalho coletivo e solidário para o fortalecimento tanto da pesquisa quanto da internacionalização no Brasil, contribuindo, desse modo, para a diminuição da assimetria deste processo no país.
Function and Form in Territorial Planning: The Case of Lens in the Mining Basin in Nord and Pas-de-Calais – France
Authors: Policarpo Mauricio Aquilante , Souza Rita de Cassia Martins de
Published: May 2024

This article purposes to engage in a discussion regarding the transformations and restructuring of the city of Lens, located in the department of Pas-de-Calais, in the administrative region of Hauts-de-France, northern France. This discussion pertains to the spatial transformations of the categories of form and function during the evolution of industrial capitalism and, subsequently, globalization. The process of "Territorial Reconversion" implemented in the area, through state planning, from the 1960s to 1990 (the year of the closure of the last coal mine), aimed to alter the region's specialization in response to the serious issues of unemployment and economic recession. Thus, through the establishment of infrastructure and urban remodeling, the French state, in association with policies from the European Union, involving private companies and civil organizations in the region, organized itself to transform the area by changing the economic profile linked to mining and textile production to more dynamic and productive activities. These strategies influenced the transformations of the urban space of the city of Lens, reshaping it towards cultural activities (especially music and cinema workshops) and tourist activities. Among the latter, the installation of a branch of the Louvre Museum stands out. This article aims to reflect on these transformations in Lens, based on the analysis of the introduction of new forms and functions, as well as the re-signification of old forms enveloped by new functions.
communication écrite à l’université, un enseignement polymorphe à la croisée de la réussite étudiante et de la professionnalisation
Authors: Crétin Raphaëlle , Miguet Mathilde , Pirolli Fabrice
Published: May 2024

Le paysage de l’enseignement supérieur français connaît depuis quelques années une transformation profonde résultant de la généralisation progressive d’une approche par compétences (APC). Cette transition amène notamment les institutions à réorganiser, transformer et enrichir leurs offres de formation. Des compétences dites « transversales » peuvent ainsi être valorisées au côté des compétences techniques ou disciplinaires. Si certaines de ces compétences étaient déjà travaillées dans les curriculums de formation antérieurs, d’autres bénéficient ainsi d’une reconnaissance et d’une mise en lumière nouvelle. L’enseignement de la communication écrite à destination de l’intégralité des publics de niveau Licence en est un cas particulier. En nous appuyant sur le travail mené dans le cadre d’un projet pédagogique national, dont nous présentons les principaux éléments, nous questionnons, au moyen d’une approche quantitative et qualitative, le caractère polymorphe de ces enseignements qui peinent à lutter contre un présupposé défaut de légitimité, aussi bien auprès des étudiants que des enseignants. Nous insistons particulièrement sur la mise en tension des logiques relatives à l’insertion professionnelle et à la réussite universitaire qui s’expriment à travers les représentations des acteurs tout en apparaissant intrinsèquement liées à la mise en œuvre de l’APC.
HUBUNGAN JOB DEMAND, JOB CONTROL, DUKUNGAN SOSIAL DAN FAKTOR INDIVIDU TERHADAP STRES KERJA PADA PENDAMPING SOSIAL PKH KOTA BEKASI
Authors: Kusuma Aditya Maula , Wahyuni Ida , Widjasena Baju
Published: May 2024

Stress can be described when there is a gap between individual needs and capabilities which resulted in individual stress. Work stress can be caused by high workload. The purpose of this research is to analyze the relationship between job control, job demand, sosial support, and individual factors on work stress in the Sosial Assistance Program Keluarga Harapan (PKH) in Bekasi The method of this research is descriptive observational with a cross-sectional study design. The dependant variable is work stress, whereas the independent variables are age, marital status, self-efficacy, number of children, job demand, job control, and sosial support. The population of this study is 117 workers and the number of samples is 60 women. Measurement of work stress used the General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-12). The statistical analysis used the Chi-Square test. he results indicate that there are variables related to work stress, namely the number of children (p = 0.006), self-efficacy (p = 0.003), job demand (p = 0.006), and job control (p = 0.047). However, age (p-value = 0.366), marital status (p = 0.260), and sosial support (p = 0.156) are not related to work stress. Based on the result of the study, the institution should do applicable and impactful efforts to deal with work stress events, for example the institution can arrange a special event for sharing between institution, coordinators, and workers regarding the number of work demands and submission deadlines.
ANALYSIS OF FATIGUE RISK FACTORS ON WORKERS IN X TOFU FACTORY, SEMARANG
Authors: Zakaria Amirul Afif , Lestantyo Daru , Jayanti Siswi
Published: May 2024

Fatigue is a condition where there is a decrease in the capacity or performance of workers who usually appears with feelings of weakness caused by physical and psychological factors. Fatigue in Tofu X factory workers can lead to decreased productivity and/or preparedness which can result in work accidents. The purpose of this study was to analyze work fatigue and the factors that influence work fatigue at Tofu X factory. The data collection process was carried out from November to December 2022, data was taken from 10 (ten) informants (workers). This study used a descriptive qualitative design with observation and in-depth interviews to obtain the characteristics of the informants, physical workload, length of service, and hot work climate. The results of the study showed that workers with a mild underweight nutritional status had the highest fatigue scores compared to normal nutritional status and mildly obese nutritional status. Workers with the female gender, even though they have a lighter workload, still experience work fatigue. Work fatigue in workers with the shortest tenure has a higher fatigue score compared to workers with long tenure. The physical workload felt by workers based on measurements of the working pulse is quite heavy so that complaints arise from workers. Measurements of the hot working climate show that several soybean processing posts have a Wet Bulb Globe Temperature Index above the Threshold Value. Workers experience medium category work fatigue, and symptoms of fatigue are felt in the form of complaints such as dizziness, weakness, aches in several parts of the body, and difficulty controlling emotions
Utilizing chitosan and titanium dioxide nanomaterials and their nanocomposites for improving the growth and biochemical responses of Sorghum bicolor (L.)
Authors: Rani Neelam , Kumari Kusum , Hooda Vinita
Published: May 2024

It is imperative to comprehensively assess the impact of nano-based technologies on plants and ensure their safety before integrating them into agricultural practices. In this context, the present study demonstrates the effect of nanosized chitosan (CS), titanium dioxide (TiO2), and CS/TiO2 nanocomposites (NCPs) on Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench, the fifth most important grain crop globally. The nanomaterials were chemically synthesized and characterized in terms of size, surface morphology, structure, functional groups, and hydrodynamic diameter. S. bicolor plants were cultivated in soil spiked with these nanomaterials at two different concentrations (100 and 200 ppm) for up to 30 days. Compared to control plants, all three nanomaterials stimulated the growth of S. bicolor by 3-23% and enhancednutrient uptake. Additionally, they increased the concentrations of chlorophyll (35-94%), starch (13-19%), cellulose (12-56%), and protein (3-119%) in the shoots, while reducing the malondialdehyde (MDA) content. However, elevated MDA levels in the roots of plants treated with TiO2 nanoparticles and CS/TiO2 NCPs indicated that mild oxidative stress had occurred, which the plant managed to counteract by enhancing antioxidant enzyme activities. The findings of this study confirm the safety of using these nanomaterials and provide a foundation for future research aimed at enhancing the growth, adaptability, and yield of S. bicolor.
Incorporating Malay Communicative and Cultural Values in Discourse: An Analysis of Mahathir Mohamed’s Orations
Authors: Alkhirbash Abdulrahman
Published: May 2024

The cultural values and beliefs of the Malaysian community play a substantial role in shaping their communication approach and strategies. This study was to investigate how Malay values and beliefs were incorporated in communication in one of the most effective speeches of Mahathir Mohamed as a prominent leader in the Southern East of Asia and how these values were employed to influence his audience. The thematic analysis was used to analyse the selected speech and identify key themes, ideas, and topics that reflected Malay communicative and cultural values including indirectness, politeness, and Islamic beliefs. The findings demonstrated a notable contrast between the way Mahathir communicates and the discourse of indirectness commonly associated with Malay discourse. They showed that Mahathir employed direct language and assertive communicative approach to convey his messages and to avoid confusing his audience. This departure from traditional norms suggests that Mahathir recognizes the importance of clarity and precision in persuasive communication, prioritizing audience comprehension over conformity to cultural expectations. While Mahathir is unlike Malays in terms of indirectness, he employed other Malay communicative values such as referring to Islam principles, rationality and emotionality. He incorporated rationality (akal budi) with emotion (hati budi) to work together to influence his audience.
Wenn Wissen geht …wie lässt sich wertvolles Erfahrungswissen langfristig sichern?
Authors: Reaper Monika
Published: May 2024

Seit einigen Jahren kämpfen Informationseinrichtungen verstärkt mit dem Ausscheiden von Mitarbeitenden mit sehr viel Erfahrungswissen aus dem Berufsleben. Die Gefahr ist sehr groß, dass diese Berufsexperten ihr Wissen mit in den Ruhestand oder in andere Einrichtungen nehmen, und somit ihr Wissen für die Organisationen unwiderruflich verloren ist. Beschrieben wird die Methode der Wissensstafette, die es ermöglicht, insbesondere Erfahrungswissen effektiv zu externalisieren. Um diese Methode sinnvoll anzuwenden, ist es wichtig den Unterschied zwischen Erfahrungswissen, dem sogenannten implizitem Wissen, und dem expliziten Wissen zu verstehen. Dazu werden die Eigenschaften von implizitem und explizitem Wissen näher beleuchtet. Weiterhin wird eine Abgrenzung zu den Begriffen Information und Wissen vorgenommen, um zu verdeutlichen, dass es hier grundlegende Unterschiede gibt, die einen Einfluss auf eine effektive Implementierung von Wissensmanagement und den Wissenstransfer haben.
Polizeiliche Beschuldigtenvernehmung: Vernehmungspraxis aus der Sicht von Polizeibeamtinnen und -beamten in Deutschland
Authors: Schell-Leugers Jennifer Maria , Hittmeyer Natalie , Volbert Renate , Tamm Anett , Kassin Saul
Published: May 2024

Im Rahmen eines europäischen Forschungsprojekts gaben 321 deutsche Polizeibeamtinnen und -beamte der Schutz- und Kriminalpolizei Auskunft über ihre Perspektive und Praxis bei der Durchführung von Beschuldigtenvernehmungen. Mittels Onlinefragebogen wurden sie zu situativen Aspekten von Vernehmungen sowie personalen Faktoren der Beschuldigten und über sich selbst als Vernehmungsperson befragt. Ein Schwerpunkt der Befragung lag auf der Einschätzung der Anwendungshäufigkeit von Vernehmungstechniken. Insgesamt wurde vor allem der Einsatz informationssammelnder Techniken berichtet. So gaben fast alle Befragten (97,8 %) an, Beschuldigte mit Respekt zu behandeln. Daneben werden aber auch einige geständnisorientierte Techniken verwendet. Des Weiteren zeigen die Ergebnisse, dass die Mehrheit der Befragten (77,3 %) Vernehmungen nicht technisch aufzeichnet, obwohl sie dies eigentlich befürwortet. Beschuldigte werden im Durchschnitt 1–2 mal zur selben Tat vernommen und die Dauer einer Vernehmung beträgt durchschnittlich weniger als 1.5 Stunden. Mehr als die Hälfte der Beschuldigten (54,6 %) macht von ihrem Aussageverweigerungsrecht Gebrauch. Es wurde geschätzt, dass über die Hälfte der Beschuldigten (57,2 %) kein Geständnis ablegt und ein Drittel der Befragten gab an, schon einmal ein falsches Geständnis eines Beschuldigten erlebt zu haben. In der Diskussion wurden die Ergebnisse zu denen anderer europäischer Staaten und der initialen US-amerikanischen Untersuchung in Beziehung gesetzt, wobei nationale Unterschiede deutlich wurden.
Likelihood-based inferences for active-arm trial with counterfactual incidence based on recency assay
Authors: Shao Yongwu , Gao Fei
Published: May 2024

Objectives

The approach of using HIV recency assay to estimate the counterfactual incidence rate is being used as the primary efficacy method in a few ongoing large-scale HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) trials, and the current available approach for the inference is based on the Wald method that leverages the asymptotic distribution of the estimators. One issue with the Wald test is that it does not work well when the number of HIV infections are small in the active arm, and it fails to work when there are zero HIV infections. As future long-acting PrEP products are becoming more efficacious, it is very likely that a small or zero number of infections will be observed in HIV prevention trials, especially for subgroup analyses or interim analyses, hence there is a pressing need to develop inference methods that work under such scenarios.

Methods

It is well known that when the sample size is small to moderate, likelihood ratio tests are more reliable than Wald tests in terms of actual error probabilities coming close to matching nominal levels. In this manuscript we derive the likelihood ratio test and the likelihood-based confidence intervals for HIV prevention trials based on recency assays.

Results

Compared with the Wald test, the proposed method works when there are zero infections. Additionally, unlike the Wald test, the p-value from the likelihood ratio test is an increasing function with respect to the number of infections, which is a desirable property as otherwise it will cause confusions.

Conclusions

For HIV PrEP trials based on recency assay, the likelihood-based p-value and confidence interval can be preferable to the Wald based inference methods when the number of HIV infections is expected to be small.
No Initial Elevation on Personality Self-Reports in an Online Convenience Sample
Authors: Anvari Farid , Arslan Ruben C. , Efendić Emir , Elson Malte , Schneider Iris K.
Published: May 2024

Research shows that people’s self-reports may be biased by an initial elevation phenomenon in which ratings are higher the first time that people take a survey as compared to the second and subsequent times. Apart from the fact that this phenomenon exists, and that it might bias ratings for negative subjective experiences more strongly than positive ones, little else is known. In the present study, we examined whether the initial elevation phenomenon occurs for commonly used trait measures, such as ratings on personality inventories and life satisfaction. We hypothesized that the initial elevation phenomenon may be associated with the (un)desirability of the content of the self-report items such that scores for undesirable facets would show initial elevation and scores for desirable facets would show the reverse. We tested this in an online convenience sample (N = 3,329) using 5 facets of a personality inventory and a single item measure of life satisfaction. Our hypotheses were not supported. Our findings suggest that at least for online convenience samples, ratings on personality inventories and life satisfaction are not strongly impacted by initial elevation.
Scripting Suicide in Japan
Authors: Cather Kirsten
Published: May 2024

Japan is a nation saddled with centuries of accumulated stereotypes and loaded assumptions about suicide. Many pronouncements have been made about those who have died by their own hand, without careful attention to the words of the dead themselves. Drawing upon far-ranging creations by famous twentieth- and twenty-first-century Japanese writers and little-known amateurs alike, Kirsten Cather interrogates how suicide is scripted and to what end. Entering the orbit of suicidal writers and readers with care, she shows that through close contextualized readings these works can reveal fundamental beliefs about suicide and, just as crucially, about acts of writing. These are not scripts set in stone but graven images and words nonetheless that serve to mourn the dead, straddling two impulses: to put the dead to rest and to keep them alive forever. These words reach out to us to initiate a dialogue with the dead, one that can reveal why it matters to write into and from the void.
GPX4 overexpression does not alter atherosclerotic plaque development in ApoE knock-out mice
Authors: Coornaert Isabelle , Breynaert Annelies , Hermans Nina , De Meyer Guido R Y , Martinet Wim
Published: May 2024

Ferroptosis is a type of regulated necrosis that is associated with iron-dependent accumulation of lipid hydroperoxides. Given that iron deposition and lipid peroxidation initiate ferroptosis in atherosclerosis and contribute to further plaque development, we hypothesized that inhibition of ferroptosis could be of value in the treatment of atherosclerosis. Glutathione peroxidase 4 (GPX4) is the only enzyme known capable of reducing lipid hydroperoxides. Previous studies have demonstrated that inactivation of GPX4 results in ferroptosis, while overexpression of GPX4 confers resistance to ferroptosis. In the present study, we examined the impact of GPX4 overexpression on the development of atherosclerotic plaques. GPX4-overexpressing mice (GPX4Tg/+) were crossbred with ApoE−/− mice and fed a western-type diet for 16 weeks. Atherosclerotic plaques of GPX4Tg/+ ApoE−/− mice showed increased GPX4 expression and a reduced amount of lipid hydroperoxides. However, plaque size and composition were not different as compared to control animals. Similarly, GPX4-overexpressing vascular smooth muscle cells and bone marrow-derived macrophages were not protected against lipid peroxidation and cell death triggered by the ferroptosis inducers erastin and 1S,3R-RSL3. We concluded that GPX4 overexpression reduces lipid peroxidation in plaques of ApoE−/− mice, yet GPX4 overexpression is not sufficiently powerful to change plaque size or composition.
A Novel RSS Fingerprint to Locate User Equipment UE in Remote Area
Authors: Shober Mustafa Abbas , Tawil Prof. Rami
Published: May 2024

Location determination algorithms are widely used in cellular networks, especially in the long-term evolution (LTE) network, to enable the provision of location-based services (LBS). The increasing global demand for cellular networks has resulted in the creation of new user equipment (UE) positioning systems that align with the network's momentum. Regrettably, all of these technologies are hindered by their incapacity to ascertain the location of the UE in distant regions. This article introduces a novel method utilizing Radio Frequency (RF) fingerprinting to precisely locate UEs in remote areas. The approach entails employing a proposed partitioning model with a high level of precision, incorporating artificial intelligence and machine learning AI/ML in its fundamental state to reduce the search area.  Furthermore, two algorithms are suggested: The first aims to enhance the efficiency of the battery with limited capacity by decreasing the frequency of measurements transmission. The second utilizes Jaccard similarity and incorporates the prefix filtering technique to determine matches. The algorithm is used to speed up the process of matching the fingerprint recorded in the fingerprint database with the fingerprint captured in real time. The results shows that it can reduces the transmission rate by 77.08% and achieves the lowest error rate of 35.34 m. Additionally, it exhibits a response time of 8 seconds.
Estimación de la fuente sísmica del terremoto y tsunami de Arica de 1868
Authors: Cobeñas Angel
Published: May 2024

The purpose of this work is to estimate the seismic source parameters which result in the Arica's earthquake in 1868 (9.0 Mw) and to simulate the coseismic efects. Seismicity, seismic gaps are assessed to identify borders which not allow the earthquakes propagation (10° - 25° S y 62° - 84° W). Besides, the deformation is calculated by Okada deformation in the same region to determine  the uplift and subsidence produced by the earthquake at the tsunami generation stage. The TUNAMI-F1 model is used  which use the shallow water equations that describe the tsunami propagation. It is important to gather and review some reports, which give in very detail the severe damages in Arica (south of Peru and north of Chile), and New Zealand and Antarctica to correlate what was simulated and reported. As a result, it is obtained that the seismic source had a 12.5 m of slip, 570 km of length and 140 km of wide with angles of rake (90°), strike (309°) and dip (16°); these parametres are introduced in TUNAMI-F1 model which reproduce the tsunami in Arica with the maximun height of wave (16 m) that destroyed the Arica port and its propagation in the Pacific with direction of New Zealand and Antarctica.
Sea Barley (Hordeum Marinum) Seed Germination Ecology and Seedling Emergence
Authors: Taheri M. , Gherekhloo J. , Sohrabi S. , Siahmarguee A. , Hassanpour-bourkheili S.
Published: May 2024

Sea barley is weedy grass in agricultural landscapes and infrastructure habitats (roads, railroads, etc.) in Golestan province (the northern part of Iran). This study investigated the germination of sea barley in response to temperature, water potentials, salinity, pH levels, waterlogging, heat stress and also seedling emergence in response to burial depth. Results showed that sea barley seeds germinated over a wide range of temperatures from 5 to 35 °C, with the highest germination at 25 °C. Seed germination was rapidly reduced with increasing osmotic potential so that germination declined by 36% at –0.2 MPa. This was also the case for the salinity stress, and germination declined by 30% at 40 mM NaCl. Seed germination was the highest (> 65%) in 6 to 7 pHs and no germination was observed at alkali levels. Heat stress completely inhibited the germination of seeds at all tested temperatures and durations. Sea barley seed germination was higher than 50% after being waterlogged for 45 days, and some germination (12%) still occurred 60 days after waterlogging. The highest seedling growth occurred at 1–2 cm soil depth and was negligible at ≥5 cm soil depths. The results of this study indicate that deep tillage or flamethrower may be good options to mitigate the negative impacts of this weed.
Horseshoe kidney presenting as recurrent urinary tract infections with severe hydronephrosis in a 10-month-old baby: a case report
Authors: Dewi Felicia , Nilawati Gusti Ayu Putu , Mahakrishna Bagus Ngurah , Setiyawan I Made Karma , Duarsa Gede Wirya Kusuma , Margiani Ni Nyoman , Anandasari Pande Putu Yuli
Published: May 2024

Introduction : Horseshoe kidney (HSK) is type of congenital anomalies of the kidneys and urinary tracts (CAKUT), which fusion anomalies happened in early embryonic period partially. One-third of the patients with horseshoe kidney are usually asymptomatic and diagnosed incidentally. It can be presented with other renal and extrarenal abnormalities. Here we report a case of horseshoe kidney in infant presenting as recurrent urinary tract infections with severe hydronephrosis.
Case Presentation: A 10-months old boy with multiple congenital anomalies admitted with a history of recurrent urinary tract infection for 3-month and progressive abdominal enlargement. His physical examination revealed an abdominal distention, no-tender, dullness on percussion, a palpable mass on the right flank, and normal bowel sound. The genitalia examination revealed penile-type hypospadia and bilateral undescended testis. Further examination with a contrast computed tomography scan showed HSK with severe right hydronephrosis with thin parenchyma due to UPJO. The heminephrectomy procedure was performed successfully. There is no recurrent UTI and no deterioration in renal function after 3 years of evaluation.
Conclusion: It is important to investigate renal abnormalities in patients with recurrent UTI. HSK is one of the prevalent findings. Therefore, proper diagnostic investigation tailored to the clinical presentation in a stepwise approach aiming for prompt and optimal patient care is essential.
Axilofemoral bypass in aortoiliac diseases: a case report
Authors: Adriani Tom Christy , Ahmadi Alwi  , Herwen  , Erwin Hadi Chandra
Published: May 2024

Introduction: In patients presenting with severe comorbid conditions and infra-renal aortic occlusion, an extra-anatomic bypass stands as one of the viable revascularization options for limb preservation. Axillofemoral bypass offers a valuable alternative in cases involving hostile abdominal environments or infectious aortic aneurysms. To our knowledge, this is the first report from Indonesia of a case of Aortoiliac Occlusive Disease (AIOD). This case report presents a 39-year-old female patient with complaints of left leg pain persisting for the past seven months.
Case Description: A 39-year-old female patient sought care at our hospital, reporting left leg pain persisting for the past seven months. The pain worsened during physical activity and subsided during rest. She had a history of hypertension for the last eight years but no diabetes or smoking history. The previous hospital had diagnosed her with peripheral arterial disease, prescribing cilostazol and rivaroxaban, which provided only temporary relief. A computed tomography (CT) angiogram revealed occlusion of the abdominal aorta at the level of L2, extending to the left common iliac and right iliac arteries. We elected to perform an axilla-femoral bypass using a polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) graft, which yielded satisfactory results. The patient's progress was monitored for three months postoperatively. This report details the case of a female patient with aortoiliac occlusive disease. Given the absence of insurance coverage for endovascular treatment at our facility, we opted for an axilla-femoral bypass using a PTFE graft, which produced satisfactory outcomes during a three-month follow-up period.
Conclusion: The axillofemoral bypass procedure is fairly safe and easy, especially in patients with a high risk of direct aortofemoral bypass and difficult anatomy. The number of collateral vessels in our patients based on CT scans and endovascular procedures that have not been supported by insurance in our hospital makes us choose the axillofemoral bypass option is the action we decided.
Overview of findings in patients with ectopic pregnancy: case report
Authors: Utama Putu Cahya Budi , Putu Utami Dewi  , Pande Putu Yuli Anandasari
Published: May 2024

Background: Ectopic pregnancy is the implantation of a fertilized egg outside the endometrial cavity of the uterus. Ectopic pregnancy is the leading cause of pregnancy-related death in the first trimester, accounting for 75% of maternal deaths in the first trimester and 9% to 13% of all pregnancy-related deaths. In the diagnosis of ectopic pregnancy, elevated serum levels of human chorionic gonadotropin (Beta-HCG) and uterine changes at early sonography are early indications for diagnostics. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) plays an important role in diagnosing and managing cases where ultrasound is inconclusive or when more accurate information is needed to make a proper diagnosis or to guide clinical management.
Case Description: There was a 30-year-old female patient with a diagnosis of G1P1A0 at 10-11 weeks gestation who came with complaints of bleeding from the vagina. In these patients, physical examination and laboratory were examined, followed by radiological examinations with transvaginal ultrasound (TVUS) and MRI, and confirmed by histopathology study.
Conclusion: MRI is not used conventionally in the diagnosis of ectopic pregnancy but can be an additional imaging modality for ultrasound. MRI is an effective diagnostic imaging alternative in cases where sonography is inconclusive or when more precise information is needed to diagnose properly or guide clinical and surgical management.
Pulmonary tuberculoma, to resect or not to resect: a systematic review
Authors: Rahayu Devi Agustini , Yazid Keyshia N , Burhan Bermansyah
Published: May 2024

Introduction: Pulmonary tuberculomas usually present as a solitary pulmonary nodule. Pulmonary tuberculoma is difficult to differentiate from lung cancer. The treatment should follow the multiple disciplinary teams.
Method: This systematic review aims to summarize the effectiveness of pulmonary tuberculoma treatment, including the response to anti-tuberculosis treatment or surgical resection. PubMed, Wiley, Cochrane, ProQuest, and ScienceDirect were searched for any design study that showed the cure rate of pulmonary tuberculoma treatment, with surgical resection or the used of anti-tuberculosis treatment.
Result: Four studies were identified and analyzed from 288 initial articles. Data were then extracted from the studies and summarized descriptively. Two hundred eighty-eight articles were screened, and four studies were identified and eventually selected. The cure rate of pulmonary tuberculoma increased in patients with surgical procedures compared with medical treatment (only anti-tuberculosis treatment). Pulmonary tuberculoma responds poorly to anti-tuberculosis treatment and often requires long-term treatment.
Conclusion: The treatment of tuberculoma with surgical resection works effectively, with better short- and long-term effects for tuberculoma. Surgical resection was effective in increasing the cure rate of pulmonary tuberculoma. Pulmonary resection in combination with post-operative anti-tuberculosis treatment results in excellent cure rate.
Changes in creatine kinase serum in patient after total hip arthroplasty
Authors: Dewabratha Bhisma
Published: May 2024

Background: Some studies reported that measuring serum creatine kinase (CK) level is an objective method with which to determine the relative invasiveness of surgery. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the change in post-operative serum CK levels as a measure of whether the direct anterior approach (DAA) is less invasive than the posterior approach (PA) regarding postoperative rehabilitation.
Methods: This study design was a descriptive research with a qualitative approach, systematic literature review study. ResearchGate, Google Scholar and ScienceDirect searches reviewed changes in serum creatine kinase in patients after total hip arthroplasty. A total of 5 studies conducted between 2019-2023 were included in this review to present a literature review regarding changes in serum creatine kinase in patients after total hip arthroplasty.
Results: We analyzed biochemical markers of muscle damage in patients treated with total hip arthroplasty with minimally invasive and standard posterolateral approach to providing objective evidence of the local soft-tissue injury at the time of arthroplasty. A total of 42,890 titles were identified and 5 studies that met the requirements/criteria which discussed changes in serum creatine kinase in patients after total hip arthroplasty.
Conclusion: The objective measurement of muscle damage markers provides an unbiased way of determining the immediate effects of surgical intervention in patients treated with total hip arthroplasty.
Identification of the effect of electric pulse discharges on the recycling of household glass
Authors: Khassenov Ayanbergen , Karabekova Dana , Bolatbekova Madina , Nussupbekov Bekbolat , Kudussov Arystan , Chirkova Lyubov , Kissabekova Perizat
Published: May 2024

The work was devoted to the study of the recycling of household glass waste by the electric pulse method. Cullet and glass containers were considered as the object of research. Cullet and used glass containers are considered suitable for recycling among solid household waste.
The treatment of solid household waste was carried out with the formation of electrical discharges in an inhomogeneous environment (glass fragments and glass products in an aqueous environment). The experiments were carried out at different values of pulse discharge voltage (from 12 kV to 37 kV), capacitor bank capacity (from 0.4 to 1.2 µF), number of pulse discharges (from 250 to 1,000) and frequency (from 0.3 Hz to 2 Hz). The dependence of the output of the finished product on the parameters of electric pulse discharges has been revealed from the research results.  According to the main results of the research work, it was found that as the parameters of electric pulse discharges increase, the yield of the finished product increases. The data made it possible to assign effective parameters for processing cullet and glass products using the electric pulse method. The granulometric composition of the powder material obtained by this method has been determined. A product with a diameter of the largest fraction of 5-8 mm and a diameter of a small fraction of 0.4 mm and 0.7 mm was obtained.
The results of the experiment can be used in research on saving natural resources, energy conservation and solving environmental problems of solid waste recycling. Powdered glass is used as a thermal insulator and decorative material in construction. In addition, crushed glass is used in the production of concrete as an additional raw material.
Improving environmental indicators of the wheeled tractor diesel engine by using biofuels
Authors: Zakharchuk Victor , Zakharchuk Oleh , Skalyga Mykola , Kuts Nadiia , Yaroschuk Viktor
Published: May 2024

The object of this study is the process of operation of a diesel engine in a wheeled tractor on methyl ether of spent frying sunflower oil. The task being solved is to improve the environmental performance of a diesel engine in a wheeled tractor during the operation of its diesel on such biodiesel fuel and its mixtures with mineral diesel fuel. The characteristics of the diesel D-243 were determined by the experimental method with the measurement of the toxicity of the waste gases during its operation on the methyl ether of the spent sunflower oil, mineral fuel, and their mixtures. A decrease in the content of soot in diesel exhaust gases and a slight increase in the types of nitrogen oxides was registered. The theoretical method using a mathematical model determined the indicators of a wheeled tractor during its movement with a trailer for the accepted driving cycle and the operation of its diesel on different fuels. To that end, the characteristics of a specific diesel engine were described by polynomial models. The adequacy of the mathematical model of the movement of a tractor with a trailer over  a driving cycle was tested. By means of a mathematical model, the total road emissions of harmful substances of a diesel engine were calculated when the tractor is running with a trailer over the accepted driving cycle. Calculations were performed for two types of fuel: mineral diesel fuel and biodiesel fuel. Biofuel consumption increases by almost 10 % compared to diesel fuel. The total emissions of harmful substances are 1.1 times lower in a diesel engine running on biofuel than when using mineral fuel. The results could be used in the operation of technological transport in the industry and agriculture provided there is a sufficient volume of raw materials for the production of biofuel
Analysis Of Power Quality Parameters and Devices for Their Measurement
Authors: Serdyuk T. M. , Serchenko M. S.
Published: May 2024

Purpose. The main objective of this study is to assess the phenomena that affect the parameters of power quality, to consider ways to counteract the deterioration of power quality, to assess the effect of electromagnetic interference on the human body, and to review the available devices for measuring the parameters of electric energy. Methodology. To obtain relevant data, the authors conducted a literature review on the topic of the work using full-text and abstract databases. The main causes of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) violations and ways to counteract these violations are considered. The main parameters of electricity quality, conditions for their measurement and permissible ranges according to the State Standards of Ukraine (SSU) are highlighted. A review of devices for measuring the parameters of electricity quality and the search for a suitable one that meets Ukrainian standards was carried out. Findings. The authors have proved: 1) the problem of measuring electricity quality parameters is relevant and important for its accurate accounting; 2) control of electricity quality parameters and compliance with state standards allows avoiding negative impact on the electricity supply system; 3) the use of modern digital measuring devices provides greater measurement accuracy than analog ones, and they are able to take into account more parameters in one measurement. Originality. The authors conducted a study in the field of electromagnetic compatibility in the field of electromagnetic compatibility using a digital device that gives more accurate and reliable results of power quality parameters. Practical value. Based on the results obtained, it is possible both to correct the personal research of individual scientists or teams of scientists and to predict further prospects for the development of the subject area «Electromagnetic Compatibility» in traction power supply systems in railway transport. The research can also be useful in the study of the disciplines «Electromagnetic Compatibility of Railway Automation Systems» and «Electrical Circuits and Lines of Railway Automation», organization of scientific and practical seminars, advanced training courses, etc.
Slurry Jet Erosion Resistance of Stainless Steel 304 Reinforced with High Entropy Alloys through Friction Stir Processing
Authors: Krishna S. Aravind , Radhika N. , Ragunath S.
Published: May 2024

The present work adopts friction stir processing to process stainless steel (SS304) with cobalt-chromium-iron-copper-titanium and aluminium-silicon-beryllium-titanium-vanadium high entropy alloy and analyse its erosion performance. The processed samples with cobalt-chromium-iron-copper-titanium and aluminium-silicon-beryllium-titanium-vanadium display refined grain structure with uniform distribution of the reinforced high entropy alloys. The microhardness for the sample with cobalt-chromium-iron-copper-titanium is 22.1% better than the aluminium-silicon-beryllium-titanium-vanadium. The slurry jet erosion test conducted through different process parameters revealed 90° impingement angle and 10 m s−1 impact velocity with 10 wt% slurry concentration on the processed sample with cobalt-chromium-iron-copper-titanium offered better erosion resistance. Oblique angle endured high erosion rate due to the ploughing effect of abrasive erodent than normal angle deforming the surface. Increasing velocity increased the erosion rate by increased material removal. Slurry concentration forms a cloud-like layer at higher concentrations lowering the erosion rate. The subsequent microstructural evaluation showed the failure mode through the formation of platelets, micro-cuts, ploughing and plastic deformation.
Leeds FAS2 FSR: environmental challenges for the design of an in-river control structure
Authors: Hale Emily
Published: May 2024

As flood-risk authorities look to counter increasing peak river flows due to a changing climate, traditional linear flood defences are in many cases proving to be an unsustainable method of managing flood risk. Full containment of flows in the river channel will require ever-increasing defence heights, cutting off communities from their rivers and natural heritage. Upstream flood storage provides a potential alternative means of flood management, allowing the peak of the flood to attenuate and downstream river levels to be kept within a tolerable range. The Leeds Flood Alleviation Scheme Phase 2 uses a combined approach: linear defences are constructed in urban reaches and complemented by an online flood storage reservoir (FSR) upstream of the city. The FSR halves the annual probability of defences overtopping within the city centre from 1 to 0.5%, achieved through active variable flow control at the FSR. This paper explores some of the challenges faced in the design and construction of the in-river flow control structure which is integral to the operation of the FSR. In particular this paper will consider some of the key environmental objectives for the scheme and offer considerations for working in a dynamic and environmentally sensitive fluvial environment.