bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Museu e frevo para todos: consultoria de terapia ocupacional na intersecção lazer e cultura
Authors: Queiroz Adriana Gonçalves , Falcão Ilka Veras , Mattos Ana Carolina Araújo , Silva Amanda Beatriz de Carvalho , Barros Luísa Inojosa Gonçalves de , Alves Maria Grazielle , Silva Mayara Dayane da
Published: February 2024

Contextualização: Relato de experiência de estudantes e docentes em projeto de extensão universitária com crianças com autismo, visitando o Museu Paço do Frevo, Recife, PE, Brasil. Considera-se o lazer como necessidade humana e dimensão cultural que inclui autonomia, prazer, pertencimento e consciência ocupacional, definido por quem o vivencia e não pelo espaço ou atividade. Processo de Intervenção: Realizadas observações guiadas pelo instrumento Sensory Profile 2 de crianças com Transtorno do Espectro Autista (TEA) em ocupação de lazer, com consequente consultoria para ajustes no Museu. Análise crítica da prática: Equipamentos culturais como museus podem adaptar-se às singularidades do público TEA para satisfatório engajamento nessa ocupação. Síntese das Considerações: Terapeutas ocupacionais têm a expertise para apoiar espaços diversos no acolhimento de pessoas com TEA em prol de uma vivência em lazer prazerosa que potencialize a autonomia e o pertencimento e contribua com a consciência ocupacional do indivíduo.
Palavras Chaves: “Lazer”. “Terapia Ocupacional”. “Cultura”. “Museus”. “Transtorno do Espectro Autista”.
Prejuízos da implementação do ensino remoto para os cursos de graduação em Terapia Ocupacional
Authors: Gomes Ana Beatriz dos Santos , Silva Gabriela Massaro Ribeiro da , Cardoso Gabriela Pissante , Pfeifer Luzia Iara
Published: February 2024

Introdução: Atualmente, o curso de Terapia Ocupacional no Brasil mantém-se majoritariamente em modalidade presencial, priorizando as aulas práticas e os estágios presenciais como formas de ensino essenciais para o aluno compreender o real funcionamento prático da profissão. Todavia, a utilização da modalidade de ensino remoto, impulsionados pelo isolamento da pandemia da COVID-19, têm gerado preocupações sobre o aprendizado do curso. Objetivo: Avaliar os prejuízos da implementação do ensino remoto e as possíveis implicações para os cursos de graduação em Terapia Ocupacional de universidades brasileiras, através da percepção de discentes e docentes da área. Métodos: Estudo exploratório por meio de levantamento de dados, com abordagem quanti-qualitativa, utilizando Formulário Google®. Os dados foram contabilizados, analisando as concepções e opiniões dos participantes sobre os prejuízos gerados pelo ensino remoto no aprendizado destes. Resultados: Foram contatadas 32 universidades, contando com 216 participantes, sendo 178 discentes e 38 docentes. Do total de respostas, 72,8% foram classificadas e utilizadas como base para a análise. Entre os discentes, 58,7% afirmaram que o ensino remoto causa prejuízo na formação acadêmica e profissional, e 44% dos docentes destacaram o prejuízo na interação social. Conclusões: O aumento de discussões sobre a oferta de cursos da saúde em modalidade remoto, fomentadas pela implementação emergencial do ensino remoto, devem ser desmotivadas, buscando evidenciar o caráter preocupante e prejudicial da implementação desta modalidade nos cursos da área da saúde, que necessitam de atividades e intervenções práticas em conjunto com docentes, pacientes e pares.
 Palavra-chave: Ensino Online. Terapia Ocupacional. Aprendizagem.
Rancang Bangun Sistem Prediksi Nilai Jual Properti Berbasis Web Menggunakan Regresi Linear
Authors: Septriaznu Jordi
Published: February 2024

This research was conducted to provide a clearer and more accurate depiction of the property value at Ziva Graha Property based on the physical characteristics and location of the houses. The study utilized PHP for data processing and modeling. The data employed included information on land area, building area, year of construction, number of floors, number of bedrooms, number of bathrooms, number of garages, and selling prices. This data was explored and processed using PHP software to assess the efficacy of linear regression methods in predicting house values. The research findings indicate that variables such as land area, building area, and number of bedrooms significantly influence the house's selling price at Ziva Graha Property. Other variables, such as the number of floors, number of bathrooms, distance to the city center, and road width, have a smaller impact. It is expected that the results of this research can provide a useful guide for prospective buyers and sellers in determining fair and realistic prices based on the physical characteristics of the houses.
Evaluating Personalization Algorithms in Social Media: Balancing User Engagement and Privacy
Authors:   Customer Experience Architect, Irvine, CA, USA, Piduru Bhargav Reddy
Published: February 2024

This article presents a comprehensive examination of personalization algorithms employed in social media platforms, with a primary focus on striking a delicate equilibrium between enhancing user engagement and addressing prevalent privacy concerns. The research is driven by the escalating significance of tailoring content delivery to individual preferences while safeguarding user privacy, in an era where social media algorithms wield considerable influence on information dissemination. The study adopts a multifaceted methodology incorporating data analytics, user surveys, and algorithmic analysis to evaluate the performance and impact of personalization algorithms. By leveraging a diverse set of social media platforms as case studies, the research explores the nuances of various algorithms, shedding light on their efficacy in enhancing user engagement without compromising user privacy. Key findings highlight the pivotal role of algorithmic transparency and user control mechanisms in mitigating privacy apprehensions. The study identifies the inherent trade-offs between algorithmic personalization and privacy preservation, emphasizing the need for a nuanced approach to strike an optimal balance. Insights gleaned from user surveys contribute valuable perspectives on individual preferences, user trust, and perceptions of algorithmic personalization. Implications of the research underscore the importance of incorporating user-centric design principles and ethical considerations into algorithmic development. The findings offer actionable insights for social media platforms and algorithm developers to refine existing algorithms and implement new features that align with user expectations and privacy standards. This study provides a nuanced examination of personalization algorithms in social media, presenting a holistic understanding of their impact on user engagement and privacy. The research contributes to ongoing discussions surrounding responsible algorithmic design, urging stakeholders to prioritize user well-being and privacy as integral components of personalized social media experiences.
Exploring Real-World Applications of GenAI in Retail
Authors:   Sr. Director - Enterprise Architecture, Fortune Brands Home & Security, USA, Kulkarni Nilesh D , Bansal Saurav ,   Sr. Manager - Digital Applications, Fortune Brands Home & Security, USA
Published: February 2024

In this paper we provided a perspective on the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the retail sector, highlighting their transformative potential in reshaping industry dynamics. It delves into the multifaceted applications of AI in retail, including inventory management, personalized shopping experiences, dynamic outreach, and conversational support, underscoring how these technologies drive customer engagement, operational efficiency, and innovation in product and service offerings. Emphasizing the necessity of adopting these technologies, the paper contends that AI is not mere competitive advantages but crucial for maintaining relevance in the swiftly evolving retail landscape. The strategic integration of these technologies presents significant opportunities for growth and differentiation, although it necessitates substantial investment in resources and workforce upskilling.
Application of Generative AI for Business Analyst Role
Authors:   Sr. Director - Enterprise Architecture, Fortune Brands Home & Security,USA, Kulkarni Nilesh D , Bansal Saurav ,   Sr. Manager - Digital Applications, Fortune Brands Home & Security,USA
Published: February 2024

This paper presents a comprehensive study on the application of Generative AI, specifically focusing on its role in enhancing the business analyst role within the realm of software development. It delves into the nuances of requirements engineering, a crucial phase in the software development lifecycle, and the transformation of user requirements into user stories. The paper explores the use of natural languages for crafting user requirements and emphasizes the revolutionary impact of Generative AI, particularly Open AI's Chat GPT, in automating and refining the process of generating user stories, acceptance criteria, and the definition of done. It speaks about the prompt-compression method with “LLM Lingua,” and conversation chaining using “Lang chain” aimed at optimizing the efficiency of large language models in handling extensive requirements, thereby signifying a significant stride in the field of software development and requirements engineering.
Bridging the Data Divide: Secure Sharing and Governance for Effective Cross-Agency and Industry Collaboration
Authors:   Senior Data Consultant, MD, USA, Devineni Siva Karthik
Published: February 2024

Collaboration between public and private sectors is essential in today's complicated environment to tackle issues like financial crime and public health crises. Interoperability problems and complex data governance requirements are obstacles to safe data exchange, an essential part of this kind of cooperation. This study delves into the topic of safe data sharing methods that allow for collaboration between commercial companies (such pharma and fintech) and federal, state, and municipal governments. Data standardization and access control are among of the issues discussed, with examples from the pharmaceutical and financial technology industries to back up the claims of effective solutions. To overcome the data gap and harness the potential of industry and cross-agency cooperation for mutual benefit, this study argues for strong data governance frameworks and interoperable technology
The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Content Personalization: Transforming User Experience in the Digital Age
Authors:   Customer Experience Architect, Irvine, CA, USA, Piduru Bhargav Reddy
Published: February 2024

This article explores the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in content personalization and its profound impact on enhancing user experience in the digital age. The primary objective of the research is to analyse the methodologies employed in leveraging AI for content personalization, investigate key findings from existing implementations, and shed light on the implications for user experience and digital interaction. Methodologically, a comprehensive review of literature and case studies is conducted to examine the diverse applications of AI in tailoring content to individual user preferences. The study delves into machine learning algorithms, natural language processing, and predictive analytics as key methodologies driving the content personalization revolution. Key findings reveal that AI-powered content personalization significantly improves user engagement, satisfaction, and retention rates. The ability of AI systems to analyse user behaviour, preferences, and contextual information enables the delivery of highly relevant and timely content, thereby creating a more personalized and immersive digital experience. The significance of this research lies in its contribution to understanding how AI-driven content personalization is reshaping the landscape of digital interaction. As businesses increasingly adopt AI technologies, recognizing the importance of delivering personalized content becomes paramount for staying competitive. This article underscores the strategic implications of AI in content personalization for marketers, content creators, and businesses, emphasizing the need for a user-centric approach in the digital realm. This research illuminates the pivotal role of AI in revolutionizing content personalization, providing insights into methodologies, key findings, and the broader implications for user experience. As the digital landscape continues to evolve, understanding and harnessing the power of AI in content personalization becomes imperative for fostering meaningful and lasting connections with users in the digital ag
Water Absorption and 3D Expansion of Different Injectable Hyaluronic Acids
Authors:   Unidade de Investigação em Ciências Orais e Biomédicas (UICOB), Faculdade de Medicina Dentária da Universidade de Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal, Brito da Cruz Mariana
Published: February 2024

Hyaluronic acid’s water absorption and expansion capacities define a filler’s ability to lift the tissues. Therefore, studying these properties is essential to better understand filler’s clinical performance. The aim of this study was to evaluate and compare water absorption and expansion (bidimensional and three-dimensional) of five Fillmed fillers (Universal, Fine Lines, Volume, Lips and Lips Soft). Water absorption was measured through swelling ratio 24 hours post-hydration. For two-dimensional expansion, samples were analysed quantitatively and qualitatively, using calibrated photographs, before and two hours after hydration. Three-dimensional volume was evaluated before and immediately after injecting the fillers, and 30 minutes, 2 hours and 24 hours post-injection in ex vivo pig skin. The tissue was scanned with the 3Shape TRIOS scanner and resulting STL files were compared. Group comparisons were analyzed with the one-way ANOVA test, and a p-value ≤ 0,05 was established. Lips showed a statistically higher swelling ratio than other fillers (p < 0,05). Fine Lines had the lowest swelling ratio, even if only statistically significant when compared to Universal (p= 0,021). Fine Lines had a significantly higher initial bidimensional width than all fillers (p <0,05) except Lips Soft. 24 hours post-injection, Fine Lines had the highest three-dimensional volume, which was statistically higher than Volume’s (p= 0,049). All fillers absorbed water and expanded, with Fine Lines tending to have the highest three-dimensional expansion, despite its lowest viscosity and water absorption. Further studies with larger sample sizes are needed to investigate the influence of other properties over water absorption and expansion.
Hubungan Model Penerimaan Teknologi dan Penciptaan Bersama ke arah Penggunaan Laman Web Hotel Pelancongan
Authors: Hashim Sharizal , Jeffry Ratna , Ahmad Amran
Published: February 2024

Kajian penyebaran teknologi sebelum ini menekankan kepentingan nilai perkongsian bersama untuk meningkatkan kelebihan bersaing jangka panjang bagi sesebuah platform digital, tetapi ia tidak konlusif. Ini kerana, perbincangan di konteks platform laman web masih kurang pembuktian dan samar, berbanding perbincangan di platform media sosial yang agak meluas. Selari dengan perbincangan semasa mengenai impak digital terhadap industri pelancongan, kajian ini diambil kira untuk memahami adakah persepsi perkongsian bersama dan faktor-faktor lain mendorong dalam kelastarian penggunaan laman web pelancongan. Model Penerimaan Teknologi (TAM) adalah satu teori yang dibina untuk memahami niat individu untuk menggunakan teknologi dan inovasi semasa iaitu Persepsi Mudah Penggunaan, Kepentingan, dan Kenikmatan dalam mempengaruhi Niat Tingkah Laku pengguna. Selain itu, aspek Perkongsian Nilai bersama (Co-Creation) juga dilihat penting ke arah kemampanan penggunaan teknologi ini dan meningkatkan kelebihan bersaing jangka panjang bagi sesebuah platform digital. Oleh itu, kajian ini menggabungkan TAM dengan elemen Perkongsian Nilai dalam meramalkan niat individu terhadap penggunaan laman web pelancongan. Dengan menggunakan persampelan mudah dan soal selidik kendiri, data dari 399 responden yang menggunakan laman web pelancongan di Sarawak dikumpulkan. PLS - SEM digunakan untuk menilai hubungan dan hasilnya mendedahkan bahawa persepsi perkongsian bersama dengan persepsi kemudahan penggunaan mempengaruhi secara langsung niat individu untuk menggunakan laman web pelancongan. Selain itu, aspek nilai uiliti iaitu Kegunaan yang dirasai dikenal pasti sebagai pengantara penting penggunaan laman web pelancongan. Oleh itu, kajian ini memberikan panduan berguna kepada pemain-pemain industri pelancongan merencana strategi pendigitalan perniagaan mereka dengan melibatkan elemen nilai perkongsian bersama ke arah inovasi operasi secara digital melalui laman web. Oleh itu, memperluaskan TAM dengan elemen perkongsian nilai ini dianggap sebagai sumbangan teori dan konseptual ke arah proses tranformasi digital terutamanya terhadap kejayaan industri pelancongan.
Pooperacinių antriniu būdu gyjančių žaizdų priežiūra: literatūros apžvalga
Authors: Povilaikaitė Gustė , Gierasimovič Zita
Published: February 2024

Abstract. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) ‘Half the cases of post-operative hard-to-heal wounds can be avoided’ [1]. Foreign authors A. E. Boniakowski, A. S. Kimball, B. N. Jacobs, et al. (2017) state that ‘Wound monitoring and periodic post-operative wound care performed at periodically planned time are important at all stages of wound healing’ [2]. 

Objective of the literature review. To analyse scientific articles on risk factors and wound management of hard-to-heal wounds.

Methods. The literature review was conducted using the PubMed, ECDC, and Google Scholar search in the electronic MEDLINE database. The search was carried out between September and December 2023. Keyword phrases and their combinations were used for the search. Twenty three articles on the examined topic were included in the literature review.

Results of the literature review. The present article discusses the main risk factors for wound infection and preventive measures. After analysing scientific articles, the causes of hard-to-heal wounds have been elucidated, which depend on the nature of the surgery, different pathogenic microorganisms, and the selection of dressings at each stage of wound healing.

Conclusions. 1. Favourable conditions must be created for wound healing. Regular assessment of the wound healing process based on clinical indicators is attributed to an important factor. 2. Topical antimicrobial agents are used when wound healing is suspected to be impaired; dressings are selected based on the type of wound healing.
Oral Water Hydration May Impact Hematocrit and Blood Sugar Levels in Patients with Diabetes Mellitus
Authors: Ghafoor Muhammad Bilal , Mustafa Ghulam , Latif Hafiz Shahid , Sarwar Faiza , Muhammad Saleem Leghari  , Ali Hasnain
Published: February 2024

Introduction: Patients of diabetes repeatedly need blood glucose measurement, which may be falsely high due to less water intake and poor hydration of the patients.
Aims & Objectives: To determine the effect of water intake or hydration on hematocrit and blood sugar levels in patients with diabetes mellitus.
Place and Duration of Study: Pathology Department and Diabetic Center of Sheikh Zayed Hospital, Rahim Yar Khan from January 2023 to July 2023.
Material & Methods: It was a cross sectional study conducted in total 75 Type-1 & Type-2 diabetes patients using convenient sampling technique. 5 ml blood samples were drawn before and 20 minutes after oral hydration with 500 ml of oral water in all these patients to determine the effect on hematocrit and blood sugar levels. The data was entered and analyzed on SPSS version 23. Pre and post observations were compared using paired t-test. p-value<0.05 was taken as statistically significant.
Results: The mean value for age and BSR (before and after) of study subjects was 46±11 years, 200±97 mg/dl, and 199±94 mg/dl (p=0.8) respectively. While mean value of HCT before hydration was 39±5.8% and after hydration was 38±6.4% (p=0.006).
Conclusion: Oral water hydration impacted mean hematocrit values in diabetic patients, significantly lowering them whereas their mean BSR values remained unaffected.
RSL con PRISMA: métodos para el proceso de validación de exámenes de ingreso a la universidad desde el enfoque basado en argumentos
Authors: Ruiz Mendoza Karla Karina , Pedroza Zúñiga Luis Horacio , López Alma Yadhira
Published: February 2024

En México, la selección de candidatos para la educación superior es un desafío debido al limitado número de cupos disponibles en las universidades. Para asegurar la calidad de los estudiantes admitidos, es crucial evaluar la validez de los exámenes de ingreso. Uno de los enfoques más revisados para la validación de pruebas educativas, en los últimos veinte años, es el Enfoque Basado en Argumentos propuesto por Michael Kane, sin embargo, no ha quedado claro el método, métodos o enfoques para poder evaluar la validez de las pruebas. Por ende, se realizó una Revisión Sistemática de la Literatura a través del modelo Prisma, con el fin de contribuir a esclarecerlo. Así, se encontró que en todos estudios que cubren este enfoque citan a Kane para que forme parte de su marco teórico y, en general, desarrollan métodos basados en argumentos sin esclarecerlos puntualmente. Asimismo, se encontró que el Enfoque Basado en Argumentos se ha extendido a enfoques de investigación mixta y cualitativas. Lo que demuestra, en conclusión, que el Enfoque Basado en Argumentos depende del contexto, la situación y las especificaciones de la prueba, aportando flexibilidad y estructura a la investigación en este campo.
Concepción del docente de Educación Física sobre los recursos didácticos utilizados en primaria
Authors: Taveras Méndez Rafael , Nolasco Guridy Dinorah , Bautista Loan
Published: February 2024

La presente investigación tiene como objetivo analizar las concepciones de los docentes de Educación Física del Nivel Primario sobre el uso de los recursos didácticos y su relación con el desarrollo de las competencias del currículo vigente en la República Dominicana. Se utilizó la metodología cuantitativa descriptiva. Para la recogida de información se empleó el «Cuestionario sobre uso de recursos didácticos por profesores de Educación Física». Este instrumento fue construido y validado por expertos usando el método Delphi, al cual se aplicó el Alpha de Cronbach, generando una fiabilidad de .810, posteriormente fue pilotado con una muestra de 20 docentes, donde arrojó una fiabilidad de .996. El instrumento fue aplicado en el Distrito Educativo 15-03 de Santo Domingo, República Dominicana a una muestra no probabilística de 28 centros educativos que contaban con 2 docentes cada uno. Los resultados arrojaron que los docentes de Educación Física perciben los recursos didácticos como un medio eficaz para mejorar el proceso de enseñanza-aprendizaje. Así mismo, entienden que estos favorecen el desarrollo de competencias, motivan al alumnado, estimula la imaginación y creatividad. Además, reconocen que son esenciales para adaptar los contenidos curriculares a las necesidades específicas de los estudiantes y las diferentes edades que corresponden al nivel educativo.
How to Recover Halal Tourism Sectors Post-Covid-19 in Jakarta
Authors: Lubis Deni , Dzakirah Jihan Qonitah , Mahanani Yekti , Nursyamsiah Tita
Published: February 2024

Tourism is one of the industries most impacted by COVID-19, while DKI Jakarta is one of Indonesia's biggest Muslim-friendly tourist destinations. This study aims to formulate a halal tourism recovery strategy post-COVID-19 with an approach to evaluate the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats of developing recovery plans in Jakarta, the biggest city in Indonesia. An analytical network process with a SWOT network structure was employed. In this method, many respondents are not needed, but what is needed is representation from experts in the field. The survey was conducted with five expert respondents, from academics, practicians, and regulators. The results showed that the benefits of the existing infrastructure, accessibility, and amenities greatly influenced the strength factor. The most significant shortcoming of halal tourism is that it remains misunderstood. Halal tourism, which is appropriate for use during the new normal period, is one of the most important opportunities and risks. There are no standards for organizing, controlling, and reducing the impact of epidemics/disasters on the tourism industry. According to SWOT analysis, priorities for halal tourism recovery strategies include strengthening halal tourism branding, international industrial infrastructure development, increased competitiveness, and service innovation related to halal products and services.
South Sea Pearls in Lombok, Indonesia
Authors: Gandhiwati Haililah Tri , Rahmanita Myrza
Published: February 2024

The rich marine resources of Indonesia, epitomized by the South Sea Pearls (SSP) of Lombok, have highlighted the country's vast potential in the jewellery and tourism sectors. This study delves into the 'aquaculture tourism' concept by exploring the symbiotic relationship between pearl farming and tourism in Lombok, focusing on the critical role of Public Relations (PR) in amplifying this nexus. Through consultations with multiple stakeholders, this research identifies the power of PR to craft a compelling narrative surrounding the unique qualities of Lombok's pearls, emphasizing their origins and sustainable farming practices. Key findings suggest that strategic PR can bridge the understanding between tourists, local communities, and industry stakeholders, by fostering two-way communication. The emphasis on sustainable and harmonized practices resonates with global sustainability trends, positioning Lombok as a model for integrating luxury with eco-conscious tourism. This research is a template for regions looking to balance economic growth with environmental responsibility, advocating for a future where luxury and sustainability coexist harmoniously.
Radiation-Induced Brain Necrosis: The Role of The PSMA PET/CT Evaluation - Case Report
Authors: Borges da Silva Anna Carolina , Freire Marcos Paulo
Published: February 2024

This is a case of a 69-year-old patient with Prostate Cancer (PCa) who underwent PSMA PET in three different evaluation scenarios: Biochemical Relapse (BCR), response assessment and differential diagnosis between Radiation-induced Brain Necrosis (RBN), and neoplastic tissue viability. PSMA PET showed superiority compared to conventional imaging exams in all scenarios and impacted on the management of the patient.
An Integrated Fishery Meteorological Information Service Terminal Based on End-Side Deep Learning Technology
Authors: Zhao Xiaolong , Fu Xueqian , Zeng Xiangrong , Zhang Ningyi
Published: February 2024

Fishery meteorology has multiple impacts on the fisheries industry, especially in modern fishery industrial parks where renewable energy is extensively utilized. Therefore, this study developed a comprehensive fishery meteorological information terminal, based on the Android system, that considers the requirements of fish farming, fishery load, and the characteristics of renewable energy for fishery meteorology. This terminal aims to provide convenient and comprehensive information services to aquaculturists actively involved in modernizing the fisheries industry. The system consists of two main subsystems: the fishery subsystem and the weather subsystem. In the fishery subsystem, real-time monitoring and recording of fishery meteorology and related parameters can be achieved. In the weather subsystem, the demand for photovoltaic energy in weather forecasting is emphasized. A weather prediction model based on LSTM is used for hourly weather forecasting. The model is trained on meteorological station data by default, and users can also upload photovoltaic station data to obtain a model trained on such data. The system can retain two models simultaneously, and when one of the datasets is unavailable, the available data is used to make predictions on the corresponding model to ensure service stability. Additionally, we conducted experiments to verify the performance loss brought by deploying the model on the edge using TensorFlow Lite. The results show that when the memory usage is reduced to 1/33 of the original, the model still retains over 99% of its performance. 
 
Received: 1 October 2023 | Revised: 19 November 2023 | Accepted: 25 January 2024
 
Conflicts of Interest
Xueqian Fu is an Editorial Board Member for Artificial Intelligence and Applications, and was not involved in the editorial review or the decision to publish this article. The authors declare that they have no conflicts of interest to this work.
 
Data Availability Statement
The data that support the findings of this study are openly available in WF_DATA at http://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10575481.
 
Author Contribution Statement
Xiaolong Zhao: Conceptualization, Methodology, Software, Validation, Formal analysis, Investigation, Resources, Data curation, Writing - original draft, Writing - review & editing, Visualization. Xueqian Fu: Conceptualization, Methodology, Software, Validation, Formal analysis, Investigation, Resources, Data curation, Supervision, Project administration, Funding acquisition. Xiangrong Zeng: Methodology, Software, Investigation, Resources, Data curation, Writing - original draft. Ningyi Zhang:  Methodology, Software, Investigation, Resources, Data curation, Writing - original draft.
Analyzing Phytocompounds, Antioxidants, and In-Silico Molecular Docking of Plant-Derived Potential Andrographis Paniculated Inhibitory Action to Managed Beta Thalassemia
Authors:   Department of Biotechnology, Raipur Institute of Technology and Chhattisgarh Swami Vivekanand Technical University, India, Khare Soumya , Chatterjee Tanushree ,   Department of Biotechnology, Raipur Institute of Technology, India, Gupta Shailendra ,   Department of Systems Biology and Bioinformatics, University of Rostock, Germany, Patel Ashish ,   Chhattisgarh Swami Vivekanand Technical University, India
Published: February 2024

It has long been known that medicinal plants are vital to human health and have been used for therapeutic purposes since the beginning of civilization. The goal of this study is to evaluate the scientific data supporting the use of the herbal remedy Andrographis paniculata in the management of beta thalassemia. Phytocompounds, one of the bases of traditional use, were assessed both qualitatively and quantitatively in five different extracts with varying solvent properties (methanol, chloroform, hexane, ethyl acetate, and aqueous), providing the fundamental explanation for the therapeutic relevance of this plant. The presence of flavonoids, phenols, tannins, saponins, and alkaloids in plant extracts was assessed. It was shown that ethanol extract had the highest concentration of phytocompounds among the various extracts, while chloroform extract had the lowest concentration. The plant's antioxidant activity was also assessed, and the results showed that the methanolic extract has potential antioxidant activity, as shown by the DPPH's lowest half-inhibitory concentration (IC50) values. To further evaluate the phytocompounds for their in-silico study, molecular docking techniques were employed. These phytocompounds (DL-alphatocopherol, 3,19-O-diacetylanhdroandrographolide, and 14-acetylandrographolide) to the fetal haemoglobin target protein PDBID:4MQJ were also found to have interactions with significantly minimum binding energies of -12.52 kcal/mol, -11.22 kcal/mol, and -11.08 kcal/mol, where DL-alphatocopherol was found to have the highest binding affinity (-12.524 kcal/mol) and interaction with the active site HIS97. The SwissADME was used to assess the drug-likeness and ADMET characteristics of phytocompounds derived from Andrographis panicluata. Based on chemical characteristics, drug-likeness score, and ADMET model, the present study selected and screened the phytocompounds DL-alphatocopherol, 3,19-O-diacetylanhdroandrographolide, and 14-acetylandrographolide, which are expected to have better drug-like features with improved toxicity profiles. Therefore, it makes sense to send the compounds reported in this work to an in vivo analysis of therapeutic applicability due to their significant biological features.
Dietary patterns, plasma and hair trace element in Ukrainian cohort of adults during COVID-19 pandemic: a cross-sectional study
Authors: Piven Liubov , Romanenko Mariana , Fus Svitlana , Kyrylenko Evgen , Papurina Tetiana , Synieok Liudmyla
Published: February 2024

Adequate mineral intake is important for optimal immune protection against viral infections. However, there is insufficient data on the mineral status of the Ukrainian adult population during the COVID-19 pandemic. The study included people aged 35-80 years with a history of COVID-19 (study group, n=35) and those without (control group, n=26). Dietary intake was assessed using 7-day weighted food records. Trace element analysis of plasma and hair was performed by X-ray fluorescence spectrometry (Elvatech, Ukraine). Low levels of zinc, copper, and, to a lesser extent, iron and selenium were found in the participants' plasma and hair samples. Low hair zinc levels were found in 75.8 % of participants in the study group and 95.8% in the control group (p=0.065). Hair zinc was positively associated with plasma levels (β 0.09, CI 0.03 to 0.15, p=0.007). Participants with a COVID-19 history had higher hair zinc levels than the control group, but still below normal. The difference between groups may be explained by the higher proportion of zinc supplementation (62.9% vs 16.0%, p=0.0005). The low supply of trace elements was independent of estimated dietary intake and history of COVID-19. With increasing age of the participants, the selenium content in their hair decreased (β -0.02, CI -0.03 to -0.01, p=0.001). Current findings show the need to improve the nutrition of Ukrainians, as well as to monitor the supply of minerals for the development of optimal nutritional interventions.
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Keywords: trace elements; zinc; selenium; dietary intake; age; COVID-19
Las políticas sociales y sus efectos en el espacio urbano. Un estudio de caso a partir de un centro preventivo-asistencial de adicciones orientado a jóvenes
Authors: Colombari Bruno
Published: February 2024

El artículo contribuye a comprender la relación entre políticas sociales y espacio urbano mediante el análisis de un centro preventivo-asistencial de adicciones orientado a jóvenes ubicado en una ciudad de la Patagonia Argentina. El abordaje de este centro aporta evidencia empírica para consolidar aspectos teóricos sobre el carácter disputado y conflictivo del proceso de implementación de una política social, sus modos de inscribirse en el espacio y sus formas de intervenir en las experiencias y sociabilidades de las/os sujetos destinatarios de la misma. La investigación se basó en el enfoque cualitativo y la estrategia fue el Estudio de Caso. Los datos empíricos provienen de fuentes primarias, construidas por medio de la técnica de entrevista semi-estructurada. El artículo concluye que la historia del espacio urbano y las relaciones sociales que este soporta influyen en el desarrollo de las políticas sociales que se implementan en él, al tiempo que estas últimas tienen efectos en los primeros.
Aplicação do programa shuttle time no ensino do badminton na escola: refletindo relações de gênero
Authors: Medeiros James Fernandes de , Freitas Jocicleide de Sousa , Etelvino Míria Figueiredo , Santos Antônio de Pádua dos
Published: February 2024

O objetivo deste estudo é descrever sobre a questão de gênero nas aulas de badminton na Educação Física escolar. O estudo trata-se de um relato de experiência de abordagem qualitativa e de natureza descritiva. Participaram do estudo duas turmas de 7º anos de uma escola pública. Os instrumentos de coleta de dados foram dois questionários e observação participante. Construímos uma sequência didática, contendo dez aulas com momentos dialógicos e vivenciais. Os dados revelam que a questão de gênero foi refletida e compreendida pelos e pelas estudantes nas aulas de badminton. Consideramos que os objetivos propostos na sequência didática foram alcançados, tendo em vista que as relações de gênero foram potencializadas por meio das vivências e das reflexões.
Reablement of Instrumental Activities of Daily Living for Patients With Stroke: A Randomized Crossover Trial
Authors: Chen Pei-Tsen , Chiu En-Chi
Published: February 2024

Importance: Reablement is a person-centered and goal-oriented rehabilitative intervention to optimize people’s chances to live independently.

Objective: To investigate the effects of a reablement intervention on performance of instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) in three aspects (i.e., actual performance, ability, and self-perceived difficulty) for patients with stroke.

Design: A single-blinded, randomized crossover study.

Setting: Participants’ home and community.

Participants: Twenty-seven patients with stroke.

Interventions: Each participant received two interventions (IADL reablement and health education). Each intervention was administered for 6 wk. All participants were randomly assigned to one intervention and then received the other intervention after a 4-wk washout period.

Outcomes and Measures: Outcomes of actual performance and self-perceived difficulty were derived from the Frenchay Activities Index (FAI) and the difficulty dimension of the Participation Measure–3 Domains, 4 Dimensions (PM–3D4D), respectively. Outcomes of ability were measured with the Lawton Instrumental Activities of Daily Living Scale (LIADL) and the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure Performance score (COPM Performance).

Results: No statistically significant differences were found in the three aspects between the IADL reablement and health education (ps = .148–.570). Compared with the health education, the IADL reablement showed better improvements on the FAI, LIADL, COPM Performance, and difficulty dimension of the PM–3D4D with trivial to small effect sizes (ds = 0.17–0.45).

Conclusions and Relevance: Our results reveal that the IADL reablement has the potential to increase the frequency of IADL administration, enhancing the capability to perform IADLs and reducing the self-perceived difficulty of carrying out IADLs.

Plain-Language Summary: The results of this study showed positive outcomes for a reablement intervention that focuses on goal-oriented instrumental activities of daily living for patients with stroke. An IADL reablement intervention may be useful for improving the ability to carry out IADL tasks at home and in the community.
Roles of Handedness and Hemispheric Lateralization: Implications for Rehabilitation of the Central and Peripheral Nervous Systems: A Rapid Review
Authors: Dexheimer Brooke , Sainburg Robert , Sharp Sydney , Philip Benjamin A.
Published: February 2024

Importance: Handedness and motor asymmetry are important features of occupational performance. With an increased understanding of the basic neural mechanisms surrounding handedness, clinicians will be better able to implement targeted, evidence-based neurorehabilitation interventions to promote functional independence.

Objective: To review the basic neural mechanisms behind handedness and their implications for central and peripheral nervous system injury.

Data Sources: Relevant published literature obtained via MEDLINE.

Findings: Handedness, along with performance asymmetries observed between the dominant and nondominant hands, may be due to hemispheric specializations for motor control. These specializations contribute to predictable motor control deficits that are dependent on which hemisphere or limb has been affected. Clinical practice recommendations for occupational therapists and other rehabilitation specialists are presented.

Conclusions and Relevance: It is vital that occupational therapists and other rehabilitation specialists consider handedness and hemispheric lateralization during evaluation and treatment. With an increased understanding of the basic neural mechanisms surrounding handedness, clinicians will be better able to implement targeted, evidence-based neurorehabilitation interventions to promote functional independence.

Plain-Language Summary: The goal of this narrative review is to increase clinicians’ understanding of the basic neural mechanisms related to handedness (the tendency to select one hand over the other for specific tasks) and their implications for central and peripheral nervous system injury and rehabilitation. An enhanced understanding of these mechanisms may allow clinicians to better tailor neurorehabilitation interventions to address motor deficits and promote functional independence.
Occupational Therapy Practice Guidelines for Adults Living With Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Neurocognitive Disorders
Authors: Smallfield Stacy , Metzger Lizabeth , Green Melissa , Henley Laura , Rhodus Elizabeth K.
Published: February 2024

Importance: There are currently 55 million adults living with declining functional cognition—altered perception, thoughts, mood, or behavior—as the result of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and related neurocognitive disorders (NCDs). These changes affect functional performance and meaningful engagement in occupations. Given the growth in demand for services, occupational therapy practitioners benefit from consolidated evidence of effective interventions to support adults living with AD and related NCDs and their care partners.

Objective: These Practice Guidelines outline effective occupational therapy interventions for adults living with AD and related NCDs and interventions to support their care partners.

Method: We synthesized the clinical recommendations from a review of recent systematic reviews.

Results: Twelve systematic reviews published between 2018 and 2021 served as the foundation for the practice recommendations.

Conclusion and Recommendations: Reminiscence, exercise, nonpharmacological behavioral interventions, cognitive therapy, sensory interventions, and care partner education and training were found to be most effective to support adults living with AD and related NCDs.

Plain-Language Summary: These Practice Guidelines provide strong and moderate evidence for occupational therapy practitioners to support adults living with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and related neurocognitive disorders (NCDs) and their care partners. They provide specific guidance for addressing the decline in cognition, behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia, and pain experience of adults living with AD and related NCDs. The guidelines also describe interventions to support care partners. With support from the evidence, occupational therapy practitioners are better equipped to address the unique needs of adults living with AD and related NCDs and their care partners.
Antimicrobial Effects of Sansevieria Zeylanica Extracts on Urinary Tract Infection Associated Pathogens Isolated from Students Attending a Tertiary Institution
Authors: Zainab Omoruyi , Olalekan Abdullateef , Oluwasegun Egunjobi
Published: February 2024

Urinary tract infections usually develop in the lower urinary tract and if not properly treated, they ascend to the upper urinary tract, causing severe damage to the kidneys. Sansevieria zeylenica is a plant known to be rich in phenolic compounds, which may be responsible for its antibacterial activities against Uropathogens.The study was aimed to investigate the antimicrobial effect of Sansevieria zeylenica extracts against isolate of UTI among students attending tertiary institution. A total of two hundred (200) urine samples were randomly collected from the students attending University of Benin into sterile universal containers and analyzed for the detection of Uropathogens using standard microbiological procedure while the leaf and root of Sansevieria zeylenica extraction was carried out with methanol using the Soxhlet apparatus.  The antimicrobial activity against the isolates was determined using Agar well diffusion and the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of the extracts against the isolates was determined using the microdilution method. Of the 200 participants studied, 23 (11.5%) had growth of four bacteria species associated with urinary tract infection; Escherichia coli, Proteus vulgaris, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Staphylococcus aureus. The activity of both leaf and root extracts was greater at 200mg/ml against E. coli and P. vulgaris isolates, but at 400mg/ml against S. aureus with Minimum Inhibitory Concentrations of the leaf extract as 8mg/ml, 4mg/ml, 8mg/ml, and >16mg/ml against E. coli, S. aureus, P. vulgaris, and P. aeruginosa, respectively. The association of leaf extract and Ampicillin increases the activity of Ampicillin, producing a greater zone of inhibition (26mm) against P. vulgaris compared to Ampicillin alone (21mm) and leaf extract alone (16mm) giving rise to a synergistic effect. Sansevieria zeylanica extracts in this study can control Urinary Tract Infection and may be combined with conventional antibiotics as a treatment for Uropathogens. Though, further investigation would be requiring for the molecular mechanism behind its antibacterial activity.
Development of Picture Storybooks to Improve Students' Independent Character in Pancasila Education Learning
Authors: Salsabila Aisyah Putri , Sunaryati Titin
Published: February 2024

The objectives of this study are: (1) describe the contents of picture story book products; (2) explain the using of picture story book media; (3) analyze the teacher and student responses of picture story book as a media for learning; (4) clarify the effectiveness of picture story book media. This research was conducted on May – August 2023 of 27 students in SDIT As-Sabiquun of grade 1. The research on this study is used the Research and Development (R&D) method, which include the ADDIE development model in 5 steps. From the results of the feasibility test conducted by three validators, such as media expert, linguistic expert, and media materials expert, picture storybooks obtained an average percentage of 90% With a very decent category. The results of the teacher's response obtained an average percentage of 87%, meanwhile the results of student response in questionnaires for individual trials gained a percentage of 97.2%, besides small group tests obtained a percentage of 94.3%, and large group tests obtained a percentage of 95.3%. The results before and after treatment calculated using N-gain increased by 0.5 and reached medium category. So the conclusion is the development of picture storybook as media of learning are feasible, practical, and effective to improving the students' independent character for grade 1 in primary school.