bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Klippel[FIGURE DASH]Feil syndrome associated with mirror movements
Authors: Mittal Atul , Chamoli Ankit
Published: July 2022

Klippel[FIGURE DASH]Feil syndrome, is a congenital disorder characterized by congenital fusion of two or more cervical vertebrae. Classically, there is triad of short neck, a low posterior hairline, and a limited range of neck movements. Less than half patients present with all three classical features. The presence of other anomalies may be associated with increased morbidity so complete evaluation and further management are critical in every case. Here, we are reporting a case with all clinical triad with associated mirror movements.
A retrospective analysis of characteristics and perioperative outcomes of rhino-orbital-cerebral mucormycosis in COVID-19 patients posted for surgical debridement under general anaesthesia in a tertiary care hospital
Authors: Sreehari K. G. , Jamuna T. , Gouripeddi Sreenivas , Sunil N. , Venkataramanaiah C.
Published: July 2022

Background:

Rhino-orbital-cerebral mucormycosis (ROCM) has increasingly been reported in patients with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS CoV-2) disease-2019 (COVID-19) from India.

Methods:

A retrospective study was done to analyse the demographic and clinical characteristics, treatment received for COVID-19 during the hospital stay, perioperative outcomes in ROCM patients posted for surgical debridement under general anaesthesia from May 2021 to July 2021 at our tertiary care teaching hospital in Tirupati, southern India.

Results:

Overall, 350 patients with ROCM and COVID-19 had undergone surgical debridement under general anaesthesia Mucormycosis was predominantly seen in males (65.7%). Majority of the cases (40%) were in the age group between 41-50 years. Common comorbidities were: pre-existing diabetes mellitus (DM) (70%), hypertension (32%), new-onset DM/hyperglycaemia (22%) and cardiac disease (8%). The most common sites involved in mucormycosis were the nose and paranasal sinuses (100%) followed by rhino-orbital (63.1%). A history of hospital admission for COVID-19 management was evident in 89.7%; 40.7% of the patients had received oxygen therapy during their hospital stay. The use of corticosteroids for the treatment of COVID-19 was noted in 73.2%. The types of surgical procedures done were: functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) (98.5%) and neurosurgery procedures (3.4%). Revision surgery was performed in 18.5% of the cases. Perioperative complications observed were anticipated difficult intubation during pre-operative airway assessment 35.7%, intraoperative hypertension 8.5%. A patient had developed intraoperative cardiac arrest, post-operative-delayed recovery and needed ventilator requirement. Outcomes of ROCM patients associated with COVID-19 were: discharged 91.7%, death 8.3%.

Conclusions:

Diabetes mellitus, rampant use of corticosteroids in the treatment of COVID-19 appear to have contributed to the development of ROCM. Early diagnosis, a thorough pre-operative evaluation, surgical debridement are likely to result in better prognosis in COVID-19 patients with ROCM.
Chondrosarcoma of the Rib
Authors: Dantis Klein , Kashyap Nitin Kumar , Thakur Shiva , Hussain Nighat , Singha Subrata Kumar
Published: July 2022

Chondrosarcoma is an uncommon malignant tumor of the rib and can have an atypical presentation based on age, gender, and clinical manifestation with differential diagnosis of intrathoracic mass. Management is surgical as the tumor is resistant to chemoradiation. Access to chest wall reconstruction is limited in many low-income countries and forms a barrier to patient compliance. We report an atypical presentation and describe a simple, easy, and cost-effective chest wall reconstruction method for chondrosarcoma of the rib in any resource-constrained setting.
Orthodontic Treatment Needs of Adolescents in North-Western Nigeria Using the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Needs
Authors: Adeyemi T. E. , Aikins E. A. , Yemitan T. A.
Published: July 2022

Introduction:

Orthodontic treatment planning within a public health system needs information on the need for orthodontic treatment within the population. It is imperative to have epidemiological data from which the need for orthodontic care in any region can be estimated. The present study, therefore, aimed to determine the orthodontic treatment need of adolescents in North-Western Nigeria.

Materials and Methods:

A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted of 200, 12–15-year-old schoolchildren in Northern Nigeria using the Dental Health Component (DHC) and Aesthetic Component (AC) of the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN). A structured interview and clinical examination were used to assess the subjects. Descriptive statistics and χ2 tests were used for data analysis with statistical significance set at P < 0.05.

Results:

There were 19.5% with definite need (DHC 4 or 5) for orthodontic treatment and 15.5% borderline need (DHC 3). The AC scores demonstrated that 1% of the studied subjects had a definite need (AC 8–10) for orthodontic treatment and 24% borderline need (AC 5–7). A statistically significant relationship between AC and DHC of IOTN among the study population (P < 0.05) was observed.

Conclusion:

Using the DHC of the IOTN, the proportion of subjects estimated to have great and very great treatment needs (grades 4 and 5) was 19.5%. However, only 1% of individuals were in need (grades 8–10) of orthodontic treatment according to the AC. Awareness about orthodontic treatment should be a part of public health planning for this region.
Burden and Management of Urolithiasis in a Newly Established Urology Unit of a Tertiary Hospital
Authors: Abdullahi Muzzammil , Kura Muhammed Mustapha , Salihu Makama Baje
Published: July 2022

Background:

Urolithiasis is the third most common affliction of the urinary tract that constitutes a significant burden on the practice of urology. The incidence and prevalence of urolithiasis are increasing globally.

Objective:

To assess the burden, presentation, and management of urolithiasis in our hospital.

Materials and Methods:

It was a retrospective descriptive study of patients who were managed for urolithiasis at the urology unit of our hospital between January 2015 and December 2019. Ethical approval was obtained. Patients' bio-data, clinical features, treatment, and complications were extracted from their medical records and entered into the proforma. The generated data were analyzed using SPSS version 21.0.

Results:

Complete medical records of 68 patients were retrieved. This constituted about 40.6% of urologic patients managed within the period. Their age ranged from 9 to 86 years with the mean age of 43.2 years ± 8.8 standard deviation (SD). The M F was 1.8:1. Students were predominant (29.4%). Others were traders, housewives, civil servants, and farmers. The majority of the patients presented with flank pain (64.7%) and mostly had renal pelvis stone (35.3%). Others had bladder stone (16.2%) and stag horn calculus (11.8%). Nearly all our patients were treated by open surgeries (98.5%) and most (72.1%) did not have any postoperative complication.

Conclusion:

Urolithiasis constitutes significant workload for urologists in our environment predominantly affecting young and middle-age males. The stones were predominantly in the upper urinary tract with a significant number of stag horn calculi. Despite the non-availability of uroendoscopic facilities, the majority of our patients had good outcome.
Competencia oral y ansiedad: entrenamiento y eficacia en estudiantes universitarios
Authors: Maldonado Miguel A. , García García Andrés , Armada Crespo José Manuel , Alós Francisco José , Moreno Osella Eliana M.
Published: July 2022

Introducción: la importancia de las competencias comunicativas y el manejo de la expresión oral en la formación Universitaria viene recogida en distintos planes de estudios y asignaturas dentro del Espacio Europeo de Educación Superior. Estas competencias son prioritarias para el desarrollo profesional en distintos campos e implican el aprendizaje de una serie de habilidades que van desde el manejo de vocabulario adecuado, la organización del discurso y de la información, hasta la regulación de la ansiedad que suele provocar el hecho de hablar en público. Los objetivos del presente estudio son; 1 favorecer el aprendizaje de competencias orales y disminuir la ansiedad a hablar en público en estudiantes universitarios; 2. comprobar y comparar los efectos de las estrategias educativas y psicoeducativas aplicadas. Metodología:  para ello se aplicó un experimento (pre-post) en el que se implementaron tres estrategias diferentes en una muestra de 51 participantes divididos en tres grupos, (grupo de intervención mediante taller; grupo de intervención mediante debate; grupo control). Resultados: se observan resultados positivos y eficaces en la mejora de competencias orales y confianza para hablar en público, así como una reducción de la ansiedad tras las distintas intervenciones. Discusión: estos hallazgos son relevantes para su implementación en programas específicos de mejora de las competencias comunicativas en el alumnado. Conclusiones: las intervenciones educativas y psicoeducativas mejoran la competencia oral y la ansiedad, siendo la aplicación de un taller de comunicación más efectiva que otras estrategias, consiguiendo generar un clima de participación activa en el aula.
»Tistega dne sem sklenil, da postanem rešitelj kanarčkov«
Authors: Badalič Tanja
Published: July 2022

Based on critical animal studies, the article discusses the representations of non-human animals, especially Jonko’s canaries and his horse Sinko, in Matej Bor’s novella Jonko. The analysis shows how representations of animals indicate their subjectivities and draw attention to their figurative meaning, which is reflected through metaphors. The subjectivities of the canaries and the horse are manifested through their experience of their surroundings and by acknowledging their feelings, emotions and intelligence. On a metaphorical level, the canaries represent the idea of a nation under a foreign yoke, while their liberation symbolises the struggle for national liberation. Emphasis is also placed on passages where the anthropocentric human-animal divide is established.
Prostor v romanu Marjana Tomšiča Óštrigéca
Authors: Tucovič Sturman Vladka
Published: July 2022

The article uses the insights of the spatial turn and so-called spatial literary studies to answer questions regarding the Istrian setting in Marjan Tomšič’s Novel Óštrigéca, the micro-locations into which it is divided, how they are represented or what determines them, and how the literary space determines the regionality of this novel. The setting of Óštrigéca is parallel – real and imaginary –  while the central literary micro-location is a road in the Istrian countryside. The real Istrian literary space is directly defined by the geographical names for the places, the hills and the river, and indirectly defined by so-called spatial fragments, which are not geographical names but other linguistic elements that complete the notion of the literary space: dialectal vocabulary, recognisable local names for creatures, and the introduction of typically local features and elements of nature. The imaginary space is defined, among other things, by mythological creatures, elements of traditional medicine and rare natural phenomena.
Osrednji simboli v Cankarjevem romanu Hiša Marije Pomočnice
Authors: Zupan Sosič Alojzija
Published: July 2022

The article explores Cankar’s central symbols in the novel The Ward of Our Lady of Mercy, which have not yet been taken into account systematically. The interweaving of several literary directions and styles, i.e., realism, naturalism, decadence and symbolism, is referred to as syncretic symbolism, while the term for symbolistic correspondences of different perceptions and sensory and emotional impressions directed towards the spiritual experience of the world is symbolistic symbols. The following symbols are discussed: a hospital, a children’s collective, a door, white, Christ, eyes. These symbols are polyvalent; for example, in Christ as the entrance symbol to the novel, the large still eyes are exposed as a mirror of the soul, whereas Christ the Reformer at the end of the novel draws attention to the injustice of social conditions. Injustice is also criticised by pathological sexuality in the form of rape, paedophilia, incest and forced voyeurism, which is only characteristic of wealthy citizens.
Kratični termini in priporočila za njihovo uporabo
Authors: Tonin Gašper
Published: July 2022

In recent decades, the number of abbreviations in the natural sciences has risen sharply. Abroad, experts have already pointed out the problems of their use, as abbreviations are subject to unwanted terminological homonymy and terminological synonymy due to the economy of expression and unsystematic formation. In this paper, we describe the relationship between an abbreviation, the full form of an abbreviation and a concept, and present some dangers associated with the use of abbreviations. We advise against the creation of abbreviations by shortening translated full forms of abbreviations and suggest that internationally established abbreviations be used in Slovenian scientific texts as well. It is also important to use abbreviations in their non-determinologised form in specialised language. Moreover, when forming occasional abbreviations in scientific texts, we must ensure that they do not correspond to already existing established abbreviations. Each new abbreviation must be explained in its full form when mentioned for the first time. When translating the full form of an abbreviation, we must be careful to always originate from the concept. Moreover, one must always consider the terminological principles and the principles of both language systems.
Kroatizmi v jeziku pridigarja Jožefa Horvata
Authors: Horvat Nina
Published: July 2022

The article deals with the language of sixteen sermons from 1905, written in the Parish of Črenšovci by Jožef Horvat, a Burgenland Croat from Velika Narda who was the chaplain there at the time (1905– 1912). These are his first sermons, which he wrote (or attempted to write) in the Prekmurje (literary) language, and they largely show elements of his mother tongue, i.e., Burgenland Croatian, which is based on Chakavian, but also has Shtokavian and Kajkavian features. The language is analysed at the phonetic, morphological and verbal level, focusing on elements that are not common to the Prekmurje and Croatian language areas.
Branje mladinskih leposlovno-informativnih knjig pri različnih predmetih v osnovni šoli
Authors: Haramija Dragica
Published: July 2022

The article references some components of reading literacy (reading motivation, comprehending the concept of reading material, vocabulary) by emphasising that developing reading literacy in all school classes (not just in Slovenian classes) is the basis of these components. It presents the possibility of reading in all primary school classes. Creative nonfiction spans various works that share subjects with specific fields of science. The article establishes criteria for quality fiction and creative nonfiction that could guide teachers when choosing the right books, and offers guidelines for educational periods (based on the pupils’ age), book formats (picture books, illustrated books) and subjects (natural sciences, social sciences, humanities). Examples of quality texts that thematically refer to various scientific disciplines are also presented, with reference to reading ability in primary school.
Nemška književnost na Slovenskem od 11. do 16. stoletja
Authors: Javor Briški Marija
Published: July 2022

After an introductory historical outline of the Slovenian ethnic territory and the formation of the northern German-Slovenian linguistic border as well as the role that the German language played in Slovenia, the article focuses on a literary-historical overview of a selection of works written from the Middle Ages to the sixteenth century by domestic or foreign authors in the Slovenian ethnic lands of Carinthia, Styria and Carniola, as well as authors originating from these lands. When presenting individual texts, we consider content, stylistic characteristics, genre definition and function, as well as the cultural-historical context of their origin and reception. In addition to a systematic presentation of the most important works of these periods, the article also attempts to evaluate them in the context of German literary history.
Proximate Analysis, Sensory Evaluation and Production of Bread from Finger Millet and Wheat Flour
Authors: Ibrahim A. , Bashir M. , Idi A. , Buhari H.H.
Published: July 2022

Finger millet, is a unique cereal with high nutritional quality, particularly in African countries such as Ethiopia, Zimbabwe, and South Asian country. This study is aimed to determine the nutritional composition and sensory evaluation of Bread made from finger millet and wheat composite flours. The proximate analysis of wheat, finger millet flours and bread produced by combination of the two flours at ratio of 95:5, 90:10 and 80:20 were conducted, the results revealed improved nutritional quality of the product as the moisture contain was significantly different (p<0.05) at ration of 95:5 while at other ratios there was no difference (p<0.05) compared to the 100% finger millet bread, there were also significant improvement (p<0.05) on protein content of the bread produced at ratio of 80:20, however the fat, fiber, Ash, carbohydrate and calories of the product were also higher compared to 100% finger millet bread. The mean scores of sensory evaluation showed that all the extruded products prepared from composite flours were within the acceptable range. Therefore it can be concluded that products of combined mixture of finger millet and wheat flours are more nutritious than products of 100% finger millet products. And consumption of such products are highly encouraged and less course effective.
Comparing the Prediction Accuracy of Ridge, Lasso and Elastic Net Regression Models with Linear Regression Using Breast Cancer Data
Authors: Usman M. , Doguwa S.I.S. , Alhaji B.B.
Published: July 2022

Regularised regression methods have been developed in the past to overcome the shortcomings of ordinarily least squares (OLS) regression of not performing well with respect to both prediction accuracy and model complexity. OLS method may fail or produce regression estimates with high variance in the presence of multi-collinearity or when the predictor variables are greater than the number of observations. This study compares the predictive performance and additional information gained of Ridge, Lasso and Elastic net regularised methods with the classical OLS method using data of breast cancer patients. The findings have shown that using all the predictor variables, the OLS method failed because of the presence of multiple collinearity, while regularised Ridge, Lasso and Elastic net methods produced results that showed the predictor variables mostly significant. Using the training data, the Elastic net and Lasso seemed to indicate more significant predictor variables than the Ridge method. The result also indicated that breast cancer patients in age groups 30-39, those that are married and in stage1 of the disease, have longer survival times, while patients that are in stage2 and stage3 have shorter survival times. The OLS regression produced results only when four of the predictor variables were excluded; even then, the regularised methods still outperformed the OLS regression in terms of prediction accuracy.
Analysis of Phytocomponents in the n-Hexane Extract from the Stem Bark of Parinari polyandra (Benth) using FTIR and GC-MS
Authors: Isah Y. , Ibrahim M.P.
Published: July 2022

Parinari polyandra belongs to the family chrysobalanaceae which is made up of 115 genera and with about 3200 species distributed all over the world. Parinari polyandra also known as Maranthes is a savannah tree with very conspicuous whitish or pinkish flowers in dense and flattened panicles at the end of the branches. Parinari polyandra is about 8m high with a gnarled and twisted bore. Leaves are 6-13cm long by 3-8cm broad; usually round at both ends and sometimes with a very short pointed tip, leathery dark green and glossy on its top. This present study is aimed at investigating the phytochemicals present in n-hexane extract of the stem bark using FTIR and GCMS spectroscopy. The phytochemical analysis reveals the presence of alkaloids, cardiac glycosides, flavonoids, terpenoid, steroids, tannins and saponins. The Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) result reveals the presence of aldehydes, ketones, alcohols, amines, phenols, alkenes, anhydride, aliphatic and aromatic compounds. The Gas Chromatography- Mass spectrometry (GC-MS) chromatogram indicated that the n-hexane extracts contain 20 compounds as indicated that could be associated with their pharmacological properties. This study justifies the ethno medicinal uses of the plants stem bark for the treatment of various ailment due to the presence of some phytochemical constituents that found uses in pharmacology.
Effects of Aqueous Extract of Petroselinum crispum on Liver and Hematological Parameters in Carbon Tetrachloride (CCl4) - Induced Hepatotoxicity in Male Wistar Rats
Authors: Ismail M. , Mohamed M.E. , Ismail MK.A. , Abbas S.
Published: July 2022

In recent years, focus on plant research has increased to show the potential of some medicinal plants in discovery of novel compounds which could be used in treatment of some diseases. Petroselinum crispum is widely used traditionally as a food additive and herbal remedy for many ailments. This study is aimed to assess the effects of Petroselinum crispum on some liver enzymes and some haematological parameters in Carbon tetrachloride (CCL4) - induced hepatotoxicity in male wistar rats. A total of 25 wistar rats were used, which were divided into 5 groups of 5 rats each. Group 1: (control); Group 2: received IP injection of 120mg/kg mixture of CCL4 and olive oil (1:1), Groups 3, 4 and 5 were orally administered 250, 500 and 1000mg/kg extract + IP injection of 120mg/kg mixture of CCL4 and olive oil for 21 days respectively. On the 22nd day, the animals were sacrifice using chloroform anesthesia and the effects of the aqueous extract were assessed by quantifying liver enzymes such as serum aspartate amino transferase (AST), alanine amino transferase (ALT), alkaline phosphatase (ALP) and total serum protein (TP). The haematological parameters were assessed by analysis of parked cell volume (PCV), red blood cell count (RBC), white blood cells (WBC), haemoglobin (Hb) concentrations and platelet count (PLT) and followed by histopathological studies of the liver tissues. The three doses of the plant extract used in this study, showed some level of protective effect on CCL4-induced hepatotoxicity as evident by the significant reduction (P < 0.05) in serum levels of AST, ALT, and ALP along with the improved histopathological liver sections compared to CCL4 -treated animals. However the extract is more effective in the 500mg/kg compared to the 250mg/kg and 1000mg/kg. Also the results obtained for all the haematological parameters used in the study showed no significant difference among all the groups (P > 0.05).
Molecular Detection of Hepatitis B Virus Among Blood Donors from National Blood Transfusion Service Centre in Kaduna, Nigeria.
Authors: Butt A.Q. , Suleiman A.B. , Musa F.M.
Published: July 2022

The survey was carried out to determine the molecular detection of Hepatitis B virus markers among blood donors between the age of 18-65 years from National Blood Transfusion Service (NBTS) centre in Kaduna, Nigeria. Blood samples were screened for Hepatitis B virus (HBV) using Diagnostic kit for HBV infection marker in whole blood. Hepatitis B serological markers were determined using polymerase chain reaction and confirmed. The socio-demographic factors associated with HBV infection were determined using structured questionnaires. The total prevalence rates of the five (5) HBV markers were: HBsAg 12(7.3%), HBsAb 5(3.0%), HBeAb 12(7.3%), HBcAb 18(10.9%), and all blood samples were negative for HBeAg. HBVDNA was detected in 3 out of 10 samples. Two out of the three samples were positive for HBsAg, HBeAb and HBcAb whereas one sample was positive for HBsAg, HBsAb and HBcAb. The high prevalence of HBcAb (10.9%) among HBsAg+ (7.3%) and (3.6%) among HBsAg- in this survey indicates that the virus is actively replicating in chronic HBV carriers and consistently increasing the spread within the population in the areas that are targeted.
Effects of the parasite Argulus ambloplites (Wilson, 1920) on welfare and mouthbreeding eggs capacity of Oreochromis niloticus (Linnaeus, 1758) females
Authors: Kone Mamadou , Sylla Idrissa , Djirieoulou Claver Kémomadjèhi , Burducea Marian , Miron Dan-Liviu
Published: July 2022

Declines in the reproduction performance of Oreochromis niloicus fish have been observed for two decades in the fish farms located on the edge of the Aby lagoon. Research on the causes of these reproductive drops has led to a series of experiments with pathogens harvested from these spawners in a preliminary study in 2012 that found the parasite Argulus ambloplites in abundance. Thus, the aim of this study was to know the effects of the two forms of the parasites A. ambloplites on the welfare and mouthbrooding eggs capacity of the fish O. niloticus. As a method, fish spawners were exposed to an artificial infestation with naupli parasites as treatment one and adult parasites as treatment two in a total randomised design experiment containing three groups triplicated. Fulton’s condition factor K, mouth infestation intensity, number of mouthbrooding eggs, and the relationship between mouth infestation intensity and number of mouthbrooding eggs were biological parameters followed and determined. K values were lower in infested fish. Females of control group presented inside their mouth 601 eggs for incubating per female, against 0 egg inside the mouth of females parasitised fish. A strong nonlinear and negative correlation has been established between the absence of eggs in incubation in females and the intensity of mouth parasite infestation. The welfare and eggs mouthbrooding capacity of O. niloticus females were negatively affected by the parasite A. ambloplites infestation.
Biodiversité urbaine : micromammifères terrestres de la commune de Man, Ouest de la Côte d’Ivoire
Authors: Bohoussou Kouakou Hilaire , Brou N'nan Ajoua Matie Josée , Bogui Elie Bandama , Akpatou Bertin Kouamé , N'Goran Kouakou Eliézer , Acapovi-Yao Geneviève Lydie
Published: July 2022

Les communautés de micromammifères terrestres des milieux urbains sont très peu connues en Côte d’Ivoire, en particulier celles de la ville de Man. Cette étude visait à déterminer la diversité et l’abondance relative des micromammifères terrestres dans la commune de Man. Pour ce faire, un inventaire des micromammifères terrestres a été réalisé dans trois quartiers (Babadjan, Dioulabougou et Zélé) de ladite commune. Dans chaque quartier, les micromammifères terrestres ont été échantillonnés dans 20 maisons avec des pièges conventionnels de type Sherman. Au total, 171 individus appartenant à deux familles (Muridés et Soricidés) ont été collectés en 2 100 nuits-pièges. Ils sont répartis en six espèces dont deux espèces invasives (Mus musculus et Rattus rattus) et quatre espèces indigènes (Crocidura olivieri, Mastomys natalensis, Hylomyscus simus et Praomys rostratus). La richesse spécifique la plus élevée a été enregistrée à Zélé avec cinq espèces. Babadjan et Dioulabougou ont enregistré quatre espèces chacun. Dans l’ensemble, l’espèce Mastomys natalensis (39,76%) a été la plus dominante, suivie de Mus musculus (35,67%). Les indices de diversité de Simpson (IS), de Shannon (H’) et d’équitabilité (J) les plus élevés ont été enregistrés à Babadjan.
Effets de l’alimentation sur les performances de croissance et le sex-ratio de la mouche soldat noire Hermetia illucens (Diptera: Stratiomyidae)
Authors: Gbetnkom Mbansie Louhd , Ngo Libong Sipora Glwadys , Mamno Totuom Clarette Sidoine , Taya Saah Bertrant James , Makon Samuel Didier , Mbenoun Masse Paul Serge
Published: July 2022

Dans la recherche de nouvelles sources d’aliment écologiquement durable, de nombreux travaux de recherche ont montré le rôle alternatif que les larves de la mouche soldat noire Hermetia illucens pourraient apporter dans l'alimentation animale. C’est dans cette optique que notre étude a été menée avec pour objectif de rechercher, au sein des matières organiques végétales locales (MOVL), des potentielles diètes de forte valeur nutritionnelle et de tester leurs effets sur les performances de croissances des différents stades de développement de la mouche Hermetia illucens. Pour ce faire, cinq types de diètes à base des MOVL ont été formulés, additionnés aux larves âgées de deux jours et répliqués cinq fois. Il ressort de cette étude que la diète constituée du mélange des tourteaux et de la Drêche de maïs a permis d’obtenir de meilleures performances de croissance larvaire (gain de poids, taux de croissance spécifique et croissance journalière) suivie de la diète composée de la Drêche et de la levure de maïs. Ces deux diètes ont également permis aux larves de boucler tous les stades de développement en seulement 8 jours de suivi et d’obtenir un sex-ratio des sexués équilibré comparativement aux autres diètes à la fin de l’expérimentation. Ces résultats ont montré que des diètes à base de MOVL pourraient optimiser les élevages ainsi que les performances de croissance des larves de H. illucens en vue de leur utilisation ultérieure dans l’alimentation animale.
Etude comparative des effets du COVID-19 sur les activités des pêcheurs dans deux pêcheries au Burkina Faso
Authors: Compaore Inoussa , Sanogo Souleymane , Djerma Armel , Zongo Bilassé , Nacro Hassan Bismark , Kabre T. André
Published: July 2022

La pêche artisanale au Burkina Faso déjà fragile a été fortement touchée suite aux mesures gouvernementales entreprises pour endiguer la propagation du COVID-19. Les pêcheurs ont été les premiers acteurs à ressentir l’onde de la crise. Cette étude a été entreprise pour évaluer l’impact de cette pandémie sur leurs activités dans deux pêcheries au Burkina Faso. Pour ce faire, une enquête a été menée dans les pêcheries de Samendéni et du Sourou. Au total, 86 pêcheurs ont été interviewés. Les variables collectées sont : le taux de chômage, la réduction du temps de pêche, la variation du prix de poisson, pertes de revenus, l’inaccessibilité du matériel de pêche. Les résultats révèlent que 31,4% des pêcheurs se sont retrouvés sans emploi dont 41,2% sont issus de Samendéni et 17,1% au Sourou. Une réduction de temps de pêche de 1 à 6 mois a été constatée chez 53,49%. La perception des pêcheurs sur les captures montre que 2,32% ont réalisé des gains de captures, 27,91% n’ont pas constaté une variation de leur capture et 69,77% ont noté une baisse des quantités prises. Ils ont perdu respectivement à Samendéni et au Sourou en moyenne 30,3% et 22,16% de leur de revenus. Cette étude a pu révéler les difficultés que les pêcheurs ont vécues lors des mesures restrictives pour endiguer le COVID-19.
Importance socio-culturelle du bois de vène, Pterocarpus erinaceus Poir (Fabaceae), une espèce en voie de disparition, du centre-nord de la Côte d’Ivoire
Authors: Nanan Kouassi Kouman Noël , Gouli Gnanazan Zinsi Roseline , Akaffou Sopie Vanessa Elvire , Pagny Franck Placide Junior , Mevanly Ouattara , Tiébré Marie-Solange , Ouattara Djakalia
Published: July 2022

Pterocarpus erinaceus (P. erinaceus) est une espèce éminemment utile aux populations. La présente étude visait à contribuer à une meilleure connaissance du bois de vène en Côte d’Ivoire. Pour ce faire, des enquêtes ethnobotaniques ont été conduites auprès des populations de dix localités dans la zone rurale de Béoumi et la périphérie de la réserve de faune et de flore du Haut Bandama. Le profil des enquêtés et les pourcentages de réponses sur P. erinaceus ont été analysés à travers des histogrammes et des indices de diversité. Quatre catégories d’usages ont été relevées, médicinale, artisanale, fourrage et bois d’oeuvre. La connaissance des usages de l’espèce est inégalement répartie entre les populations. Les feuilles, l’écorce et les racines sont les organes les plus utilisés. Les populations locales ont une bonne connaissance des causes de régression des peuplements naturels de P. erinaceus. Selon elles, la pratique du charbon de bois, le défrichement des terres pour l’installation des cultures, l’abattage des arbres par les scieurs, les feux de végétation et le non-respect des mesures gouvernementales, constituent les causes de disparition de l’espèce. A cet effet, il devient urgent de mettre en place une stratégie de gestion durable en intégrant les besoins des populations locales.
Dermatophytosis caused by Trichophyton Mentagrophytes in an 8-month-old Friesian-Bunaji cross-breed Calf in Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria
Authors: James Dalis J. , Haruna Haruna H. , Jacob Kwaga J. , Clara Kwanashie C.
Published: July 2022

Dermatophytosis is a contagious, zoonotic skin disease affecting a variety of domestic and wild animals including man. It is caused by a group of morphologically and physiologically related fungi in the Genera Trichophyton, Microsporum and Epidermophyton-Trichophyton mentagrophytes was responsible for dermatophytosis on an 8-month-old Friesian-Bunaji cross bred calf in Jos, Nigeria. The diagnosis was based on clinical signs, direct microscopy and isolation of aetiologic agent on Sabouraud’s dextrose agar supplemented with chloramphenicol and cycloheximide. The lesions involving the face, muzzle and jaw were circular, alopecic, thickly crusted, and grayish-white raised above the skin. Direct microscopic examination of skin scrapings and hair pullouts in 10%KOH revealed chains of arthroconidia on the surface of infected hairs. Colonies were flat, white, and granular to fluffy with yellow reverse side. The isolate was urease test positive when inoculated on to Christensen’s urea agar. Microscopically, many spherical microconidia arranged in dense grape-like clusters with few multiseptate, thin and smooth walled macroconidia, typical of Trichophyton mentagrophytes were observed. Bovine dermatophytosis is economically important both in the livestock and leather industries as well as in public health. The need for prompt diagnosis and treatment of infected animals as preventive and control measures was emphasized.
Recrudescence of a Suspected Case of Contagious Bovine Pleuropneumonia in a Friesian Bull: Clinicopathological Report
Authors: Sani N.A. , Abalaka S.E. , Tenuche O.Z. , Idoko I.S. , Saleh A. , Olayemi D. , Akinbobola J. , Ayeh M.O. , Zachariya E.
Published: July 2022

Contagious bovine pleuropneumonia (CBPP) is an endemic disease in Nigeria (Cadmus and Adesokan, 2009; Alawa et al., 2011; Musa et al., 2016; Francis et al., 2018), caused by the small colony variant of Mycoplasma mycoides subsp. mycoides (Mmm Sc) mainly affecting cattle (Musa et al., 2016). It is characterized clinically by respiratory distress, and pathologically by fibrinous pneumonia and pleurisy (Swai et al., 2013). Outbreaks of CBPP in Nigeria, especially Abuja, have been underreported despite the huge economic losses incurred by owners of affected cattle (Hajara, M., personal communication, December, 2019), and the disease being among the reportable diseases of cattle as listed by OIE (2020). This clinicopathological report therefore describes a case of recrudescence CBPP in a Friesian bull from a cattle ranch in Giri, Abuja, Nigeria.
Effect of Newcastle Disease Virus (Kudu 113) Infection on Calcium Metabolism in Response to Endocrinological Changes in Commercial Layers
Authors: Adekunle L.A. , Idris S. Y. , Enam S. J. , Adamu S. , Esievo K.A.N. , Jubril J.A.
Published: July 2022

The effect of experimental Newcastle disease virus (NDV) infection on some aspects relating to endocrinology of calcium metabolism, which affects eggshell quality and production, was studied. Twenty 22-week-old ISA brown layers vaccinated against Newcastle disease (ND) were allocated to infected and uninfected groups of 10 chickens each. The chickens in the infected group were inoculated intranasally with 0.1 ml of NDV (Kudu 113 strain). Blood samples were collected every other day for the first week, weekly for 5 weeks and analysed for haematology and serum chemistry. Clinical signs such as anorexia, ruffled feathers, greenish diarrhoea, misshapen, small-sized and white-shelled eggs were observed in the infected chickens from day 3 post infection (pi). The eggshell abnormalities were observed in the 2nd and 3rd week pi, which subsequently normalized. The mean packed cell volume (PCV) in the infected chickens on day 6 pi was significantly lower (P<0.05) than that of the uninfected. There was a significant difference in plasma calcium levels between both groups. There were significant decreases in the concentrations of calcium and phosphorus from onset to day 18 and then an increase in phosphorus on day 25. Plasma oestrogen activity showed a significant increase (P<0.05) from onset to day 18 and then decreased on day 25 pi. The activity of parathormone also increased progressively until day 32 pi. From this study, ND induced decline in plasma calcium and phosphorus levels which triggered an increase in oestrogen and parathormone activity with a consequent rise in plasma calcium and phosphorus levels.

Key words: Newcastle Disease, Calcium, Oestrogen, Parathormone
Determination of Factors that Contribute to the Prevalence of Diarrhoea among Children Under Five Years of Age in Association with the Status of Drinking Water Sources at Bububu, Zanzibar
Authors: Ali Wahida M. , Kigadye Emmanuel S.
Published: July 2022

This study aimed to determine the contributing factors for diarrhoea prevalence among children under-five years at Bububu, Zanzibar. The study applied a cross-sectional research design that used quantitative methods. Data were collected from 97 mothers/caregivers of the children. Structured questionnaires were used for assessing socio-economic factors contributing to diarrhoea. Laboratory experiments were carried out to assess the quality of drinking water sources. Most Probable Number (MPN) count per 100 ml was measured from drinking water sources. Multivariate logistic analysis was computed to assess independent factors of childhood diarrhoea. The prevalence of diarrhoea was significantly associated with; the caregiver’s level of education, large family size, nature of toilet used, drinking water storage, drinking water sources, belief that water is safe, household waste disposal, poor storage of baby’s food and washing hands with soap (p < 0.05). Pathogenic bacterial contamination was found to be high in borehole water sources and harvested rainwater compared to piped water sources (p < 0.05). Health education, drinking water treatment, improved sanitation and hygiene could have significant importance in the reduction of diarrhoea prevalence among under-five children in the study area.

Keywords:    Prevalence of diarrhoea, Social-economic factors, Bacteriological contamination, Drinking water, Under-five children.
Identification and Larvicidal Efficacy of Mosquito-Repelling Plants Used in Malaria Vector Control in South-East Benin
Authors: Tante Camille O , Djenontin Armel , Chitou Saïd , Sewade Wilfried , Agbani Pierre , Akogbeto Martin , Chougourou Daniel C
Published: July 2022

After identifying issues posed by some synthetic insecticides, the scientific community is now looking for other natural products with insecticidal and/or insect repellent characteristics. This study aimed to identify the plants of the Beninese flora known for their insecticidal and/or insect repellent effects and the indigenous techniques of their use and to evaluate the combined efficacy of extracts of a few on mosquito larvae for the control of malaria vectors in the South-East of Benin. A survey was conducted and the insecticidal effects of three combinations made from Azadirachta indica, Cymbopogon nardus and Hyptis suaveolens oils on Anopheles gambiae larvae were studied. The data were analyzed using R software, and Chi-square test was used to compare death rates. Twelve (12) plant species were identified. The combinations of C. nardus and H. suaveolens oils induced the highest mortality rates (90 ± 4.15% and 68 ± 9.14% with stages 2 and 3 larvae, respectively). The application of extracts from these plants to control the malaria vectors population would reduce the use of chemical pesticides, hence the need to promote and enhance the formulations of biopesticides based on plant extracts.

Keywords:    Plant species, biopesticides, mosquito-repelling plants, vectors.
Neoplasias en trabajadores expuestos a radiación cósmica: Una Revisión Sistemática
Authors: Alberto Martín Lucía del Mar , Cortes Pérez Marjorie , Álvarez Galván Jennifer Karen , Ayllón Jiménez Daniel Luis
Published: July 2022

Introducción: La radiación cósmica, como tipo de radiación ionizante, se asocia con la inducción de cáncer en las personas expuestas. Dado que el nivel de exposición está relacionado con la altitud, los trabajadores expuestos a mayor radiación cósmica (pilotos de aerolínea, auxiliares de vuelo, astronautas) podrían estar expuestos a mayor riesgo de neoplasias.

Objetivo: Identificar el riesgo de neoplasias en trabajadores expuestos a radiación cósmica.

Método: Revisión sistemática de la literatura científica recogida en diferentes bases de datos hasta noviembre de 2021. Los términos utilizados como descriptores fueron: “Neoplasms”, “Occupational Exposure” y “Cosmic Radiation”. La búsqueda se completó con otros términos en texto libre y no se emplearon filtros (límites). Se incluyeron artículos originales de estudios observacionales y revisiones sistemáticas, cuya calidad fue evaluada a través de las guías STROBE y AMSTAR-2, respectivamente. 

Resultados: Se recuperaron 597 referencias, de las que se pudieron obtener a texto completo 10 artículos tras aplicar los criterios de inclusión y exclusión. En algunos de ellos se describe un aumento de riesgo de cáncer en trabajadores expuestos a la radiación cósmica, especialmente a cáncer de piel y a cáncer de mama, mientras que en otros no se evidenció una relación significativa entre la exposición a la radiación cósmica y el desarrollo de neoplasias. 

Conclusiones: No existe evidencia suficiente que demuestre el riesgo de neoplasias entre pilotos, auxiliares de vuelo y astronautas, por estar expuestos a la radiación cósmica.
What may be causing the observed increase in profits, margins and concentration in the US and the EU?
Authors: Padilla Jorge
Published: July 2022

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Noncompliant Purchasing Behaviour in the Bavarian Manufacturing Sector - exploring issues of organisational maturity, alignment and information asymmetry.
Authors:   , Rüdiger Hans Michael
Published: July 2022

This thesis explores the phenomenon of noncompliant work behaviour in business-to-business purchasing in German manufacturing businesses and specifically examines business-to-business maverick buying. The intent of the work is to explain the phenomenon of noncompliance in purchasing and provide companies as well as academics a new perspective from which to understand and proactively address this issue. To accomplish these goals, a systematic literature review was conducted to examine noncompliant work behaviour in general as well as noncompliant purchasing behaviour in particular, including maverick buying. Several propositions and research questions were formulated and a theoretic framework for the understanding of the phenomenon was constructed based on the review. The current literature appears to identify three categories according to which one can conceptualise noncompliance in purchasing: 1) from a behavioural science perspective, it can be viewed as ‘deviant behaviour contrary to universal norms’ or ‘noncompliant’, antisocial and counterproductive behaviour; 2) in this specific case, the behaviour can also be caused by an inadequate purchasing maturity level and 3) the behaviour can be related to incentive issues. Based on the three identified categories, three constructs were identified to enhance a greater understanding of the phenomenon of maverick buying behaviour, namely process maturity, alignment issues, and information asymmetry. Based on further literature analysis, several items were identified to further explain the previously mentioned constructs. Using a phenomenological research methodology, the constructs and items were then further explored by conducting in-depth personal interviews with people who have personally engaged in noncompliant purchasing behaviour. The empirical research highlighted several significant and previously unrevealed findings. Firstly, the results show that the three identified constructs all contribute to the phenomenon of noncompliant maverick buying. Although they have been predominantly seen as separate and independent approaches to understand the research object, the presented empirical analysis seems to indicate that the constructs are in fact interacting and interdependent. Secondly, the research found that noncompliance in purchasing occurs both before (ex-ante) and after (ex-post) the signing of a purchasing framework agreement. Previous works have thus far not explored the former forms. Finally, the research demonstrates that a qualitative, phenomenological research approach can yield valuable new insights into the topic of noncompliance, thus generating meaningful and novel avenues to understanding an existing business phenomenon. Practitioners as well as academics can use this work to further their understanding of noncompliant behaviours and use it as a basis for using a qualitative research methodology to explore the findings in more depth.
Comparative analysis of peptides and proteins in two congeneric (Leiurus abdullahbayrami; Buthidae ) scorpion venoms by MALDI-TOFMS
Authors: NUMANOĞLU ÇEVİK Yasemin , KANAT Mehmet Ali
Published: July 2022

In this study, two Leiurus abdullahbayrami scorpion venoms were analyzed wif MALDI-TOFMS for teh first time and their peptide and protein distributions were compared. Teh total protein amount of teh venoms was measured wif teh Nano Ready Touch device at a wavelength of 280 and was prepared to be equal to 2mg/mL concentration. Afterwards, teh supernatants were separated by centrifugation at +4 ºC for 15 minutes at 15,000 rpm, and 250 µL of matrix solution (18 mg/mL α-CHCA, 1:1; v/v) was added and scorpion venom matrix (AVMx) samples were added. has been prepared. For analysis wif MALDI-TOFMS (Microflex-LT), parallel spots (1µL) from AVMx samples of both scorpion venoms were placed on teh steel plate, and loaded into teh device after drying at room temperature. Teh system was operated in linear positive ion mode in teh mass range of 1-50 kDa, and a 60 Hz nitrogen laser at 337 nm was used as teh ion source. Mass spectra were generated using teh flexAnalysis software (version 3.4). All data were generated virtual gel images containing teh projection of teh peaks in teh venom spectra using teh filo-proteomic TEMPprincipal component analysis (PCA) method supported by teh built-in MATLAB software integrated into teh MALDI Biotyper software (version 3.1). As a result, it has been experimentally determined dat teh relative ratios of peptide and protein molecules and venoms may vary in scorpions belonging to teh same species. On teh other hand, it has been observed dat some basic peptide structures (3555; 3772, 3996, 6780, 6820 Da; m/z) of these creatures, which preserve their species characteristics against evolution, remain teh same.