bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Cardioprotective effect of Extract Ethanol Ocimum basilicum on Rat Induced Cisplatin
Authors: Prawita Sari Desi , Martiar Siahaan Jekson , Andriana Hendrika , Yuridian Purwoko Reza , Halim Binarwan
Published: February 2024

Cisplatin is a potent chemotherapy drug that is associated with several side effects such as myelotoxicity, gastrointestinal toxicity, ototoxicity neurotoxicity, cardiotoxicity, and nephrotoxicity2-5. Cardiotoxic manifestations of cisplatin chemotherapy have been described: heart failure, angina, acute myocardial infarction, thromboembolic events, autonomic cardiovascular dysfunction, both hypertension and hypotension, myocarditis, pericarditis, and severe congestive cardiomyopathy. Oxidative stress that occurs when antioxidant defenses are inadequate can damage lipids, proteins, carbohydrates, and DNA. (Ocimum bacilicum) which belongs to the Lamiaceae family as a rich source of phytochemical compounds that can show countless pharmacological effects. This study aims to determine the cardioprotective activity of extract ethanol of Ociumum bacilicium on rats induced cisplatin. The result show that ethanol extract of Ocimum bacilicum has antioxidant activity. The cardioprotective activity of ethanol extract of Ocimum bacilicum by reducing the level of CK-MB and LDH as cardiac biomarker. Extract dose 300mg/kg BB reduce the level of CK-MB into 1200,427±15,924ng/mL meanwhile the level of LDH into 7,345±0,064 ng/mL. Briefly, it can be concluded that Ociumum bacilicium has cardioprotective effect.
Evolutionary History of Prey: 600 million years of Predator-Prey Interactions in Earth's Oceans
Authors: Kowalewski Michał
Published: February 2024

Predation is not only one of the key ecological process shaping modern ecosystems, but may have also played an important role throughout the evolutionary history of animals. However, assessing biotic interactions in the fossil record is challenging. Fortuitously, in the marine fossil record, direct records of predatory attacks are provided by trace fossils (e.g., repair scars, bite marks, drill holes) left by predators on skeletons of their prey. A compilation of trace fossil data reveals long-term changes in the intensity and nature of predator-prey interactions in marine ecosystems. Despite numerous interpretative challenges, trace fossils indicate that intensity of predation and predator-prey body size relationships may have changed in a non-monotonic fashion throughout the evolutionary history of aquatic animals. These changes parallel long-term shifts in global biodiversity, faunal composition, and morphology of marine animals pointing to potential causative links between predation and long-term evolutionary and ecological changes in Earth’s oceans.
INVESTIGATING THE TECHNOLOGICAL PROCESS OF OBTAINING GOLD AND SILVER FROM TECHNOGENIC ORE FORMATIONS
Authors: AYRAPETYAN S.G. , MARTIROSYAN N.W. , DASHTOYAN H.R. , SASUNTSYAN M.E.
Published: February 2024

Optimal parameters of the process of crucible smelting of extracting gold and silver from ore-resistant to chemical influences technogenic formations, where raw materials are melted under the conditions of combined chemical reagents and metal collectors of precious metals, have been developed.
A pyro-hydrometallurgical flowsheet for processing technogenic formation is proposed, according to which the extraction of gold, silver and other noble metals transferred as a result of raw material melting into the composition of the formed Doré alloy is carried out using the hydrometallurgical method of aqua leaching.
THE ACCURACY OF NUMERICAL SIMULATION OF HUROKET EXTERNAL BALLISTICS BASED ON THE EXAMPLE OF THE M-21OF ROCKET
Authors: BAGHIYAN A.H. , SARGSYAN H.E. , GRIGORYAN A.A.
Published: February 2024

Using the example of the M-21OF rocket, the deviations of the results obtained by the software developed for solving the equations of external ballistics of rockets by computational methods, are investigated. The applicability of the developed software in real problems in case of the absence of tabular data and during the development of new types of rockets for evaluating their range and compiling ballistic tables is shown.
AN AUTOMATED SYSTEM FOR DESIGNING THE ELECTROMAGNETIC SUSPENSION OF THE TRAIN “MAGLEV”
Authors: CHUKHAJYAN N.H.
Published: February 2024

The design features of the electromagnetic suspension of the Maglev train are discussed. A software tool has been developed, allowing to automate the process of designing the electro-magnetic suspension by setting the values of the input parameters and determining the values of the characteristic quantities of the suspension. In the developed automated system, the direct and reverse tasks of designing an electromagnetic suspension are solved, the parameters of the control winding are determined, the values of the characteristic quantities are optimized. Block diagrams schemes and system classes are presented.
Rezension von: Dorn, Paul, Paläogeographische Studien über das jurassische Posidonienschiefermeer Deutschlands
Authors: Senn Ernst , Dorn Paul
Published: February 2024

Paul Dorn: Paläogeographische Studien über das jurassische Posidonienschiefermeer Deutschlands, Stuttgart : Enke, 1936 (Tübinger naturwissenschaftliche Abhandlungen 15). 60 Seiten.
Leben und Werk eines oberdeutschen Rokokomalers - Meinrad v. Ow
Authors: Pfeffer Anton , Wagner-Würz Auguste
Published: February 2024

Auguste Wagner-Würz: Meinrad von Aw. Leben und Werk eines süddeutschen Rokokomalers, Hechingen : Holzinger, 1936. 82 Seiten : Ill.
Rezension von: Gemeindekarte von Württemberg in 2 Blättern, 1935
Authors: Senn Ernst , Württembergisches Statistisches Landesamt
Published: February 2024

Übersichtskarte von Württemberg, Bd. 1: Nördliche Hälfte : Gemeindekarte mit den neuen Kreisgrenzen <1:200000>, hg. vom Württembergisches Statistisches Landesamt, Stuttgart 1935. 1 Karte.
Rezension von: Demleitner, Joseph, Roth, Adolf, Der Weg zur Volksgenealogie
Authors: Senn Ernst , Demleitner Joseph , Roth Adolf
Published: February 2024

Joseph Demleitner / Adolf Roth: Der Weg zur Volksgenealogie. Anleitung zur übersichtlichen Darstellung des sippenkundlichen Inhalts der Kirchenbücher in Familienbüchern, München / Berlin : Oldenbourg, 1935. 43 S.
Rezension von: Ackermann, Gotthilf, Auswanderer der Gemeinde Unterschlechtbach
Authors: Senn Ernst , Ackermann Gotthilf
Published: February 2024

Gotthilf Ackermann: Auswanderer der Gemeinde Unterschlechtbach. Ein Beitrag zum schwäbischen Weltwanderbuch, Unterschlechtbach : [Selbstverl.], 1936. 62 Blatt ; als Hs. vervielfältigt.
COLORECTAL CANCER SCREENING “LITERATURE REVIEW”
Authors: Chahira Mazouzi  , Myriem Belloul  , Radia Benyahia  , Kahina Mokrani  , Sara Benameur  , Shahla Bencharif  , Nadjia Ferrah  , Malha Laoussati
Published: February 2024

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), screening consists of presumptively identifying, using tests appliedin a systematic and standardized manner, subjects suffering from a previously past disease or abnormality. unnoticed.Screening tests must make it possible to divide people who are apparently healthy but who are probably suffering from agiven disease or abnormality from those who are probably free from it, Four controlled population studies were carriedout in Europe to test the feasibility and effectiveness of mass screening for colorectal cancer: Nottingham (Great Britain),Funen (Denmark), Burgundy (France) and Gothenburg (Sweden). . The first three studies included subjects aged 45 or50 to 74 years old. The Hemoccult test was offered every 2 years to half of the target population, the other half served asa control. The Swedish study, involving subjects aged 60 to 64, is of limited interest because the screening test was onlycarried out twice with simple follow-up afterwards
Democracy and freedom in Robert A. Dahl: democratic principles and the minimum model of democracy
Authors: Caprioli Efraim , Nunes Flavia Carrijo , Nieddermeyer Henrique Lacerda
Published: February 2024

Robert A. Dahl is one of the most important American thinkers of the 20th century, having written about democracy and political science in a troubled era in the post-World War II era. The author brings in his writings definitions of the concept of modern democracy and institutes a new way of conceiving this form of government, which he describes as "polyarchy". The author is highly critical of theorists of idealistic societies and is quite sensible in his analyzes free of ideological tendencies. The present work aims to describe how Dahl thinks about democracy, describe his democratic conception of "polyarchy" and critically compare Dahl's thinking with some contemporary liberal ideas, in order to explore the understanding of the relations between liberalism and democracy.
Impacts of the implementation of the new high education on the continuing training of teachers: a bibliographic excess
Authors: Da Silva Alex Mendes , Falcão Rosângela Estevão Alves
Published: February 2024

Teacher training does not end after initial training, it is unfinished and continuous throughout life. From this discourse, continuing education (CF) is born, which improves the theoretical and practical knowledge of the teacher, within each context, in addition to contributing to interdisciplinary work. With this in mind, the present work sought to analyze the impacts of the New High School (NEM) on teachers CF, whose compulsory implementation began in 2022 in the country's education networks. Using for this, bibliographic and documentary research, the bibliographic work was carried out through an integrative review with a time frame of 5 years (2018-2022), carried out in three databases: SciELO, Portal de Periódicos da Capes and Oasisbr, with specific descriptors. The documentary procedure focused on the analysis of the Curriculum Guidelines for the Continuing Education of Basic Education Teachers and the National Curriculum Guidelines for High School. The results clarify that in line with external demands, the high school reform was created, bringing with it structural problems and a false sense of flexibility. The profile of the professor to work in the implementation of the NEM transcends the mere domain of competencies and abilities, although the guiding documents give relevance to this aspect. On the other hand, continuing education, by placing the teacher at the center of the process, enhances learning and is essential for the new structuring of High School to be applied correctly. As a final consideration, it is stated that the NEM requires a contextualized and real CF, which, in addition to meeting the demands of the context, is based on the discussion of teaching praxis, on the dialogue between basic education and higher education, within a context interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary.
Environmental Education in High Schools: an analysis of pedagogical policy projects of eight public schools in Juazeiro-BA
Authors: Reis Gilberto Araújo , Pamponet Vivian Alves , De Carvalho Vinícius Dias , Reis Bianca Moraes Dantas , Da Silva Júnior Edivaldo Xavier , Da Silva Tarcísio Fulgêncio Alves , Santos Paulo César Marques de Andrade , Shiosaki Ricardo Kenji
Published: February 2024

The research aimed to assess how Environmental Education (EE) has been addressed in Pedagogical Political Projects (PPPs) of 8 state schools in municipality of Juazeiro-BA, in accordance with Bahia State EE Policy (SEEP/BA) and Bahia Referential Curriculum Document (BRCD). The need to include EE in school PPPs is implicit in the BRCD, when it reiterates the need to promote respect for socio-environmental sustainability. CEE Resolution No. 11, of January 17, 2017, which provides for Environmental Education in the State Education System of Bahia, determines that EE must be present in an articulated manner at all levels, stages and modalities of teaching and included in the School Regulations, PPP, Course Plan (CP), Course Pedagogical Project (CPP) and Institutional Development Plan (IDP). PPPs were analyzed using Bardin's theoretical-analytical framework, identifying text parts that dealt with environmental issues and selecting those that were directly or indirectly related to EE. In composing the corpus of analysis in the analyzed PPPs, it was possible to identify essential information for the document, such as the didactic-pedagogical organization, history of the school unit, teaching and administrative staff, infrastructure, among others necessary for its preparation. It was concluded there is little environmental issues internalization at PPPs, showing the superficiality which subject is exposed in documents, as well as the lack of proposals and actions in EE based on current secondary education configuration. About mycology, no references were found at PPPs, demonstrating a gap that does not adequately include this living beings group.
In Vitro Evaluation of the Activity of Punica granatum L. Aqueous and Methanol Extracts on the Trophozoites of Entamoeba histolytica
Authors: Idan Ekhlas Mushref , Ahmed Zahra’a Abdulraheem , Salman Israa Seger , Mahmood Eman Abdulrahman
Published: February 2024

Background: Entamoeba histolytica is the causative agent of amoebic dysentery and hepatic abscesses. Despite the efficacy of metronidazole in alleviating infectious diseases, the global dissemination of drug-resistant parasites raises the possibility that Punica granatum could serve as an effective natural alternative treatment. Objective: To evaluate the effect of P. granatum methanolic and aqueous extracts of various parts against E. histolytica trophozoites in an in vitro setting. Methods: Various concentrations (0.14, 0.7, 1.4, and 2.8 mg/ml) of P. granatum extracts of the flowers, leafs, peels, and seeds were chosen for this purpose. A culture medium containing 0.05x106/ml E. histolytica trophozoites was treated with different concentrations of these extracts. The incubation period was 48 hours at 37°C. For every set, an untreated control was also performed. The standard medication metronidazole (17 μg/ml) was employed as a comparative control. Results: All parts of P. granatum showed high efficacy against E. histolytica trophozoites, but utilization of the methanolic extract proved to be quite effective compared to aqueous extract. Under a light microscope, several morphological changes were also seen. These include changes to the plasma membrane, reorganization of vacuoles that hold cell waste, and major changes to the cytoplasmic granules. Conclusions: The leaf, seed, flower, and peel extracts of P. granatum effectively inhibit the growth of E. histolytica trophozoites in vitro. The use of methanolic extract was more effective compared to the aqueous extract, and can be used as a natural alternative treatment for amoebic dysentery.
Density and distribution pattern of seven gum yielding trees in Sakoli forest region of Bhandara district in Maharashtra, India
Authors: Lanjewar Dnyaneshwar , Awaley Mundeep , Akare Anjali
Published: February 2024

This research paper aims to investigate a comparative study on the population density of seven selected gum-yielding plants. The objective of the study was to assess the population density and distribution patterns of these plants in Sakoli Forest region with their ecological and economic significance. The selected gum-yielding plants include Anogeissus latifolia, Buchanania cochinchinensis, Chloroxylon swietenia, Lannea coromandelica, Pterocarpus marsupium, Soymida febrifuga and Terminalia elliptica. The study involved field surveys, data collection, and statistical analysis to quantify the population density and explore the relationship between geographical variables and plant distribution. The findings of this research contribute to our understanding of gum-yielding plant populations and provide valuable insights for their sustainable management and utilization.
Developing green education: The path for Wageningen University to become smart university in the Netherlands
Authors: Thinh Pham Van
Published: February 2024

Wageningen is a research-oriented university in the Netherlands. Following nearly ten years of transition (2014-2023), Wageningen has established a strategy and steadily built a smart green education ecosystem in which modern technology and sustainable development principles are the focal points of all endeavors, including scientific research, startup innovation, university administration, training, and international collaboration. Wageningen's green education ecosystem has evolved into a model for the smart green university movement with the appropriate development strategy that is in line with current trends. Thanks to this gateway, Wageningen is now the smartest university in the Netherlands and is listed in numerous prominent global university rankings.
TRACKING OF COMMON MENTAL DISORDER IN CARERS OF ADULTS AND ELDERLY INSTITUTIONALIZED IN SOUTHEAST GOIANO
Authors: Dias Ana Flávia , De Aguiar Jordana Alves , Santos Dherik Fraga , Dos Santos Lucas Lima , De Oliveira Andreia David , Vera Ivânia
Published: February 2024

Objective: To characterize caregivers of institutionalized elderly people in terms of sociodemographic, health, employment profile and common mental suffering. Method: Cross-sectional study carried out with caregivers of institutionalized residents in cities in Southeast Goiás, from September to December 2021. Results: 14 caregivers participated in the study, the majority of whom were female (92.9%), at least 24 years old and maximum age of 56 years (average of 37.93 years), time working as a caregiver, up to 1 year (42.9%). Regarding common mental disorder (CMD), there was positive screening for CMD in six caregivers (42.9%). The questions that scored the most in the positive screening scores for CMD were: “gets scared easily” and “feels nervous, tense or worried” (8.43%). Suicidal ideation was revealed in 2 caregivers (14%), who were already being monitored. Conclusion: It is concluded that the majority of women play the role of caregiver, with a length of service of up to five years in the LTCFs investigated. The prevalence of positive screening for CMD was almost half of the caregivers.
THE USES OF TDIC'S IN THE TEACHING-LEARNING PROCESS OF SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTS AT THE FULL TIME SCHOOL IN THE CITY OF ARAGUATINS - TO
Authors: Maneita Vinicius Conceição , Sousa Maria Elaine Farias , Castro Ancelmo Frank Coelho , De Sousa Charles França
Published: February 2024

Technological tools are constantly evolving and the ability to use them is fundamental to intellectual development. There are students who do not have access to these tools in the school context. In state and municipal schools, the discipline of computer science is lacking in the curriculum. Many students are interested in learning, but cannot afford to pay for a suitable course to enrich their curriculum and knowledge. The project was carried out at Escola de Tempo Integral (ETI), located in Araguatins - TO, with the aim of improving cognition, memory and reasoning through the use of operating systems for special education students. This will allow students to learn a little about the technologies and types of existing systems, as well as learn concepts, functions, history, architecture, hardware, software and level machines. All this is important for the personal and academic development of students, as we know that technology is an excellent tool for inclusion and can positively benefit the development of the special education student. The method used was to introduce special students to the resource room and the theory about operating systems, such as history, concepts and architecture. After the theoretical meetings we conducted the practical class working all the content worked in theory as the commands in the MS-DOS operating systems and finalized with the installation of the operating system. The project provided students with an understanding of operating systems and arouse their interest in the area of computer science with an emphasis on systems.
A COMPELLING SYMBIOSIS BETWEEN CAPITAL, TERRITORY AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Authors: De Queiroz Daiane Kelly , De Almeida José Elesbão
Published: February 2024

This article consists of an integrative review aimed at elucidating the relationship between territory, capital and regional development. The relationship that lies at the heart of these three variables has been little analyzed in the literature, requiring more methodically systematized studies that can shed light on this symbiosis. In order to produce this text, a state-of-the-art review was carried out, collecting data from three sources and selecting 12 articles published between 2017 and 2022. It was prepared using well-defined stages, which helped to synthesize the ideas. The results showed that regional development is intrinsically related to the development of capital and associated with the territory, which is defined in a material or immaterial way and is closely aligned with the conditions of capitalist reproduction, whose dynamism and performance directly impact on the intensity of regional development.
REFRACTORY VULVODYNEA AND THE PROMISING RESULTS WITH ODD GANGLION BLOCKAGE
Authors: Lins Viviane Maria Bezerra Cavalcanti , Cavalcanti Virginia Maria Bezerra , De Oliveira Francisco Davi Ângelo Lins , Abrantes Anderson Arrhenius de Fontes Queiroz , De Fontes Núbia Anuncia Silva , Vieira Tatiana Viana Fragoso , De Lacerda Melisandro Almeida , De Oliveira Júnior Gilvandro Lins
Published: February 2024

Vulvodynia is a chronic gynecological disease with no clear cause, lasting at least three months, presenting a history of intense pain with a neuropathic component, starting before diagnosis, refractory treatment with steroids, hormonal therapy, anticonvulsants, antidepressants, psychotherapy, physiotherapy , acupuncture and even vulvectomy. The odd ganglion is the most caudal of the sympathetic ganglion chain. Visceral afferent fibers originating from the perineum, distal rectum, anus, distal section of the urethra, vulva, and vagina are found in the distal third of this ganglion. Its blockade has been effectively used to control pain in patients with vulvodynia. Women with chronic gynecological diseases who received multimodal pain therapy and underwent infiltration with local anesthetics in the impar ganglion demonstrated successful therapy in the majority of them. Blockade is a good treatment option for patients suffering from chronic pain and discomfort caused by vulvodynia.
SUN EXPOSURE IN CHILDHOOD: LASTING IMPACTS AND DAMAGE PREVENTION STRATEGIES
Authors: Freire Moises Ferreira , Do Rego Eduardo Vasconcelos , Olegário Ana Beatriz Gomes Sales Cruz , Merg Luísa , Santana Daiane Oliveira , Pereira Bruna Leão Mazzini , Freire Juliana Veras Mourão , Lopes Tatiana Moreira , Chaves Sofia Rase , De Assis Matheus Freitas
Published: February 2024

The study addresses childhood sun exposure, highlighting its importance and lasting impacts on children's health. It seeks to understand the specific implications of inadequate exposure, associating it with increased risk of skin cancer and other dermatological problems in adulthood. Preventive strategies, such as regular use of sunscreen and awareness of safe practices, are key to preventing damage. The implementation of an educational primer, prepared by the Brazilian Society of Dermatology, emerges as a crucial tool in the promotion of the health of children's skin. The resistance of children to the use of sunscreen can be addressed with innovative strategies, such as developing products specific for children. The lack of information among parents highlights the need for awareness programs in pediatric consultations, schools and communities. The study concludes that childhood sun exposure requires a proactive and educational approach, underlining the importance of continuous awareness to ensure a healthy future. Investment in education and public policy is crucial to address challenges related to childhood sun exposure.
WHO LIVES IN A PINNEAPPLE UNDER THE SEA? SUBJECTIVITY AND WORK REPRESENTED IN A CHILDREN'S DRAWING
Authors: De Oliveira Felipe Moura , Araujo Filho Rubens de Carvalho , Mesquita Maria do Socorro Silva , Holanda Thiago Costa , De Sousa Joiciane Rodrigues , Ricarte Thiago Limoeiro , Ribeiro Karina Valdez , Aragão Nayla da Silva
Published: February 2024

The filmography is the art that facilitates the construction of a connection between theoretical subjects and the practical reality of a given situation, through the use of films, cartoons, and even series. In the children's cartoon SpongeBob SquarePants, one can perceive a very detailed and rich business environment for study. Thus, the question arises: how is the idea of subjectivity and work portrayed in SpongeBob? This research aimed to verify how the idea of subjectivity and work is portrayed in a children's cartoon, known to people of various age groups. To assist this objective, this study adopts the following steps: bibliographic research on the subjects, mapping of specific episodes, and analysis of the characteristics of the cartoon characters. The research is applied, qualitative, abductive, deductive, explanatory, exploratory, descriptive, bibliographical, telematized, and Ex Post Facto. Thus, the following conclusion is reached: the characters in the film represent human characteristics, with the cartoon serving as a critique of society, thus becoming an allegory.
La implantación de los Comités de Empresa Europeos en España
Authors: Juan Albalate Joaquín
Published: February 2024

Desde que entró en vigor la Directiva 94/45/CE, en septiembre de 1994, sobre la constitución de los Comités de Empresa Europeos, la trayectoria que ha seguido su implantación en España ha sido análoga a la que ha tenido lugar en la Unión Europea. No obstante, a pesar de esa evolución en paralelo, las tasas de cobertura de las empresas multinacionales con sede central en España, o que han optado por adherirse a la legislación española en esta materia, han sido siempre inferiores a la media europea. La prioridad de las multinacionales españolas por los mercados latinoamericanos ?con la consiguiente exención en la obligación de tener que crear un comité de estas características?, pero también la existencia de una concepción cultural de la patronal española particularmente reacia a compartir el control del poder de la empresa con los trabajadores, junto a la persistente visión «local» de la negociación colectiva y de las relaciones laborales por parte de los sindicatos españoles, son algunas de las principales causas que se apuntan a la hora de explicar el menor desarrollo que han experimentado los Comités de Empresa Europeos en España, con relación al que ha tenido lugar en Europa.
Examining the utility of routine perioperative hemoglobin monitoring in patients undergoing radical nephrectomy
Authors: Gillis Charlie J. , Sherazi Ali , Rendon Ricardo A. , Ilie Gabriela , Mason Ross
Published: February 2024

Introduction: Patients undergoing radical nephrectomy (RN) are often admitted with protocolized bloodwork for several days following their operation, yet the clinical value of serial hemoglobin (Hgb) measurements has not been established. This can lead to unnecessary costs and can prolong patient stay, despite the absence of an intervention based on these lab values. This study sought to examine perioperative Hgb values and identify those patients at high risk of bleeding requiring intervention, as well as those patients who are unlikely to require further monitoring.
Methods: Patient and perioperative factors were retrospectively examined for a cohort of 259 radical nephrectomy patients from 2015–2021 in Atlantic Canada. Postoperative Hgb values and transfusion rates were recorded. A multivariate logistic regression analysis was performed to identify variables associated with requiring a blood transfusion.
Results: Overall, 31 (12%) patients required a blood transfusion in the postoperative period. Median estimated blood loss (EBL) was 150 ml (interquartile range [IQR] 100–300), with a median Hgb change of 15 g/L (IQR 9–22 g/L) from preoperative to postoperative day 1 (POD1). In patients with a Hgb loss of ≤15 g/L (n=131), transfusion was only required in four of these patients (3.1%). Among those with a POD1 Hgb >100 g/L (n=199), only four (2%) required transfusion. These patients were identified to be having complications based on hemodynamic instability. Factors found to be associated on multivariate regression analysis with higher transfusion risk were age and intraoperative EBL, while higher preoperative Hgb was found to be associated with a lower transfusion risk.
Conclusions: In patients who have a reassuring POD1 Hgb value, with a drop of <15 g/L or an absolute value of >100 g/L, consideration can be made towards discontinuing routine Hgb testing in the absence of a clinical indication. Age, blood loss, and preoperative Hgb are factors that may affect a patient’s overall risk of transfusion.
Micro cost-effectiveness analysis of standard vs. mini percutaneous nephrolithotomy
Authors: Shoeib Ahmed , Gan Ailsa , Watterson James , Blew Brian , Paterson Nicholas R.
Published: February 2024

Introduction: Mini-percutaneous nephrolithotomy (mPCNL) has been described as an alternative to standard nephrolithotomy (sPCNL) for select stones. Studies suggest that mPCNL has comparable stone-free rates, with potential for decreased complications and shorter hospital stay. Costs associated with both procedures present a challenge to Canadian institutions due to capital acquisitions of equipment and ongoing disposables. The objective of this study was to compare the cost-effectiveness of both procedures at our institution.
Methods: A decision-tree analytic model was developed to compare costs and outcomes of both procedures. Primary outcomes included assessment of total capital, operative, and hospitalization costs. Cost and outcome of peri- and postoperative parameters were obtained using a retrospective analysis of 20 mPCNL and 84 sPCNL procedures on 1–2.5 cm stones between January 2020 and June 2022, and supplemented with internal hospital expenditure records and literature outcome data. Descriptive statistics and regression models were performed.
Results: The estimated total cost-per-patient was $7427.05 and $5036.29 for sPCNL and mPCNL, respectively, resulting in cost-savings of $2390.76 in favor of mPCNL with a comparable stone-free rate. The savings were due to lower costs associated with complications and hospital stay. mPCNL had higher capital costs ($95 116.00) compared to sPCNL ($78 517.00), but per-procedure operative costs were lower for mPCNL ($2504.48) compared to sPCNL ($3335.72). Cost-per-case regression of total costs intersected at 5.51 cases when accounting for operative and hospitalization costs, and at 20 cases when only considering operative costs.
Conclusions: Despite higher upfront costs, mCPNL may represent a valid, cost-effective alternative to sPCNL for select stones due to clinical and economic benefits in Canadian institutions.
Sericin and Pineapple Fruit Extract as Natural Agents Inhibiting Browning and Improving Antioxidant Activity in Fresh-cut Ripe Mangoes cv. Nam Dok Mai
Authors: Kumthongwathana Mathurot , Supapvanich Suriyan , Pongprasert Nutthachai , Wongs-Aree Chalermchai , Boonyaritthongchai Panida
Published: February 2024

Recently, the use of natural agents to improve quality has attracted a lot of attention on fresh-cut produce and minimally processed fruit. The aims of this work were to investigate the efficiency of sericin and fresh pineapple juice (selected natural agents) on browning inhibition and antioxidant activity of fresh-cut ‘Nam Dok Mai’ mangoes during refrigeration (4°C). Based on a preliminary study and our previous work, 2% sericin (S) and 50% pineapple juice (PJ) were selected. Biological parameters related to enzymatic browning incidence, antioxidants and antioxidant enzyme activity of the fresh-cut mangoes immersed in 2% S, 50% PJ and 50% PJ incorporated with 2% S (PJ+S) were investigated.  Immersion in S, PJ or PJ+S inhibited enzymatic browning due to delaying of discoloration, lowering of browning index (BI) and increases in polyphenol oxidase (PPO) and peroxidase (POD) activities compared to control treatment. The lowest PPO and POD activities and total phenolic content were found in the S treated fresh-cut mangoes. PJ+S treated fresh-cut mangoes had antioxidant activities higher than other treatment. All treatments enhanced the activities of antioxidant enzymes, especially PJ immersion. Therefore, S and PJ show potential as natural agents that can inhibit browning and improve antioxidant activity in fresh-cut mangoes during refrigeration.
Khả năng sinh trưởng và đặc điểm sinh sản của loài Rồng đất (Physignathus cocincinus Cuvier, 1829) trong điều kiện nuôi nhốt
Authors: Hải Đồng Thanh , Tuấn Đỗ Quốc , Huân Vũ Trọng
Published: February 2024

Nghiên cứu này tìm hiểu khả năng sinh trưởng và các đặc điểm sinh sản của loài Rồng đất trong điều kiện nuôi nhốt tại khu thí nghiệm Trường Đại học Lâm nghiệp ở thị trấn Xuân Mai, huyện Chương Mỹ, thành phố Hà Nội. Nghiên cứu được thực hiện trên tổng số 60 cá thể loài Rồng đất (Physignathus cocincinus) sơ sinh và 8 cá thể trưởng thành từ tháng 6 năm 2022 đến tháng 8 năm 2023. Tỷ lệ sống sót 3 tháng đầu của loài này là 90%, 3 tháng tiếp theo là 78% và 74% số cá thể sống đến tháng thứ 14. Trong 9 tháng đầu tiên tăng trưởng của các con đực và con cái không có sự khác biệt ở cả 2 lô thí nghiệm. Tuy nhiên, ở lô thứ 2 có sự tăng trưởng nhanh hơn so với lô thí nghiệm 1 (khối lượng trung bình đạt được ở 9 tháng tuổi của lô 1 là 153,99 g/con so với lô 2 là 235,29 g/con). Từ tháng thứ 10 trở đi sự chênh lệch về khối lượng trung bình giữa 2 giới tính được thể hiện rõ ràng hơn. Ở 14 tháng tuổi, lô 1 con đực có khối lượng trung bình đạt 282,76 g/cá thể, trong khi con cái chỉ đạt 188,28 g/cá thể, tương tự ở lô 2 con đực đã đạt 467,31 g/cá thể, trong khi con cái chỉ đạt 265,12 g/cá thể. Sự khác biệt về sinh trưởng của 2 lô thí nghiệm là do chế độ dinh dưỡng, điều kiện môi trường sống khác nhau khi nuôi dưỡng. Các tập tính sinh sản được ghi nhận bao gồm tập tính động dục, giao phối, đào hố đẻ trứng và lấp trứng. Đặc điểm trứng của Rồng đất thu được không có sự sai khác với các nghiên cứu trước đây, trứng có hình bầu dục, màu trắng hồng, khối lượng trung bình 3,39 g, chỉ số hình dạng (dài/rộng) là 1,9. Khả năng ấp nở thành công đạt 89,4%, thời gian ấp nở trung bình là 78,6 ngày, tỷ lệ con non sống đến 1 tháng tuổi là 78,5%.
Entre el neocolonialismo y la deshumanización
Authors: Vaquero Álvarez Lucas
Published: February 2024

El presente artículo toma por objetivo el estudio de las representaciones sociales que los medios de comunicación generalistas españoles elaboran y reproducen acerca de los colectivos de personas migrantes llegadas a territorio español y procedentes del sur global, en particular del continente africano. Para ello, se ha empleado una metodología cualitativa, basada en el análisis discursivo de diversas piezas periodísticas, tanto escritas como audiovisuales, producidas alrededor de dos acontecimientos de gran relevancia mediática sucedidos en 2021: la apertura de la frontera terrestre entre Ceuta y Marruecos en mayo de 2021, por una parte, y el aterrizaje forzoso de un vuelo comercial en el aeropuerto de Palma de Mallorca, en noviembre del mismo año, por la otra.Los análisis realizados muestran que en las coberturas informativas de estos sucesos se despliegan diversas estrategias discursivas —coherencia y consistencia, transformación y legitimación— que, a partir de la movilización de emociones morales y la despolitización de los fenómenos migratorios, articulan un cierre discursivo en el que se reproducen y se reelaboran diversos imaginarios neocoloniales en torno a la figura de la persona migrante. Dichas epistemes hegemónicas favorecen y perpetúan los procesos de deshumanización y subalternización de las comunidades en movimiento en los territorios fronterizos.
Career Paths and Life Lessons: Know Your Resources And Be Proactive
Authors: Walker Sheryl
Published: February 2024

Personal reflections on the myriad paths to become a professional animal behavior consultant, from a CAAB.
THE PROBLEM OF ARCHAISM AND THE MERGING OF POSSESSIVE ENDINGS WITH THE ROOT OF THE WORD IN THE KAZAKH LANGUAGE
Authors:   Central Asian Innovative University, Bakirova Sholpan , Baymysh Laura ,   Central Asian Innovative University
Published: February 2024

Many problems awaiting fundamental scientific research are enough in Kazakh linguistics. One of them is pronunciation as part of a whole word included in the root of the application. This phenomenon, which occurs during the development of the language, was based on the application's attempt to merge with the root. This is a linguistic pattern that has its own way of creation, signs and features. Obviously, we have the opportunity to find solutions to many confusing issues by identifying applications that fall into the root of a word in the language. For example, such issues as the word-formation function of endings, the phenomenon of habituation of adjuncts, the disappearance of the subordinate meaning, have not yet found an exhaustive solution. And one of the affixes used by the asset in our language – a comprehensive consideration of the integration of dependent unions into the root - will undoubtedly answer one of these questions. Obviously, the main function of conjunctions in the Turkic languages is to link words with each other and give them different grammatical meanings. But we know from various studies that some conjunctions that go beyond this pattern have both a word-formation function and the fact that they existed in the ancient times of the language. And at the expense of such unions, we risk studying the nature of the established, established words. There are many words in the Kazakh language that are not part of this word, do not divide them into each other. Complex and interesting words are currently in great contradiction between corresponding scientists.
THE EFFECT OF IMPLEMENTING CASE STUDY APPROACH ON STUDENTS LEARNING OUTCOMES IN TEACHING KAZAKH LEGAL DISCOURSE
Authors:   Sh.Ualikhanov Kokshetau University, Bukayeva Anar , Biray Nergis ,   Pamukkale University
Published: February 2024

This study explores case study not as research method, but as a teaching method in teaching legal discourse pre-service law students. The purpose of this study was to explore the role of case study method in teaching Kazakh legal discourse and its effect on learning outcomes in the Kazakh language acquisition of law students. Thirty-five pre-service law students enrolled at the Department of History and Law at Sh.Ualikhanov Kokshetau University participated in this study. The present study was done during the academic year 2021/2022 at the Department of Philology and Pedagogy, Kokshetau University (KU) at Professional Kazakh language course (PKL). The present study applied mixed methods to identify the effect of case study approach on pre-service law students' performance and learning outcome. The data collection was done through questionnaires and interviews. The data were analysed descriptively using frequency and percentage gained from the questionnaire and interpretation of interview results. The research results have shown that the use of the case study method has a positive effect on students’ learning outcomes and developing language and soft skills. Many students noted the significance of case study approach as it combines theory and practice to facilitate students’ skills of working with diverse sources of information. Analysis of the participant's responses illustrates that among language skills best of all students managed to enhance their speaking skills and listening skills. Furthermore, besides language skills, PKL course learners indicated that the case study approach had a great impact on developing their soft skills such as problem-solving and decision-making skills, critical and analytical thinking skills, negotiation, and presentation skills, teambuilding skills, interpersonal skills, anticipating skills in problem identification and solving.
The ethics liberation and punitive power in peripheral countries
Authors: De Castro Bruna Azevedo , Giacoia Gilberto , Misaka Marcelo Yukio
Published: February 2024

The research addressed Enrique Dussel's Ethics of Liberation in the era of globalization and social exclusion, using it as a framework for ethical considerations in a decolonial critique of the Eurocentric and North American standards that underpinned the domination of peripheral countries by central countries, including in criminological knowledge. Therefore, we explored decolonial knowledge, correlating it with critical criminology, resulting in the proposal of a decolonial criminology. The theoretical contributions, in conjunction with the Ethics of Liberation, were employed to foster a critical awareness of the use of punitive power as a means of maintaining the colonial matrix of domination and exploitation, especially within the field of criminology. In conclusion, we also presented the contribution of the Ethics of Liberation to a new configuration of punitive power, now employed in favor of vulnerable groups with the aim of eliminating or reducing their victimization within the current world system. However, it is crucial to note that the same Ethics of Liberation demands that the use of punitive power must not lead to new victims of exclusion or domination..
The face of virtual education in Peru and Brazil: analysis of the use of virtual tools and the academic satisfaction of students at the universities of Lima Sur-Peru and Guarapuava-Brazil, 2022
Authors: Montoya Silvana Raquel Ramos , Martínez Haymin Teresa Raez , De Carvalho Saulo Rodrigues , Mallqui Eduardo Samuel Ninamango , Villanueva Yris Magaly Chilet
Published: February 2024

O presente artigo busca analisar o papel exercido pelas ferramentas virtuais no ensino universitário, como um mecanismo de possibilidade em tempo real e, por conseguinte filtrar a satisfação acadêmica abrangida durante a etapa da pandemia e pós-pandemia, fato vivenciado no Peru, América Latina e no mundo. A pandemia chamada Covid-19, também conhecida como SARS-CoV, pegou o mundo desprevenido e a educação não estava alheia a esta catástrofe sanitária. A comunidade educativa em qualquer de seus níveis, se viu obrigada a utilizar ferramentas virtuais, predominantemente no ensino universitário, porque não restava outra alternativa para a realização de seus estudos profissionais. Desta perspectiva, para poder constatar que a afirmação é real, esta pesquisa busca examinar esta problemática em duas universidades da América Latina. Os países escolhidos foram Peru e Brasil, fato que permitiu determinar as conquistas, limitações e satisfação do ensino ministrado. Além disso, para que o contraste refletisse o trabalho investigativo, elegeu-se uma universidade privada e outra pública, cujas medições apresentaram contextos diferentes.
Smart Grids data characterization: a revision
Authors: Minelli Leonardo , Schreiber Jonas Fernando , Sausen Paulo Sérgio , Sausen Airam Teresa Zago Romcy , De Campos Maurício
Published: February 2024

This research explores the characterization of data in time series in Smart Grids, considering the importance of data as a basis for information and knowledge. The analysis, based on real data from a Smart Grid, focused on quantities such as temperature, voltage and current. Characteristics such as stationarity, linearity, complexity, cyclicality, mutability and randomness were addressed. The application of these characteristics made it possible to identify specific patterns and behaviors in each piece of data. Stationarity, linearity, and randomness are properties that can vary over time, and it is crucial to analyze time series at different periods. In addition, additional Big Data characteristics, such as trueness, value, variability, and others, amplify the complexity of the analysis. The research provides relevant insights to understand and address the challenges in analyzing large volumes of smart power grid data.
Social media and digital accessibility: the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the city of Belém (PA)
Authors: Mendonça Junior João Paulo Vasconcelos , Oliveira Ronny Luís Sousa , Do Nascimento Rossiclea Ferreira , Monteiro Suzana Saraiva Noronha , Coutinho Mauro Margalho , Dos Prazeres Miralda Souza Martins
Published: February 2024

The study aims to understand the process of using technological tools, and the possible barriers faced, within the context of the Pará pandemic scenario. The pandemic has transformed the world, isolating people at home by converting homes into offices, classrooms, offices and others. Digital access grew exponentially, it was the mechanism that provided the continuity of the world's dynamics, especially social media, considering the speed of resolution of personal, professional, health and other issues, using tools like WhatsApp, Facebook, mobile applications, among others, within existing technologies (smartphone, tablet, notebook, desktop PC). The survey method for data collection was adopted. Word Excel was used as a statistical analysis process. The results point to ways of improving Internet connection services and new forms of digital tools that can make life easier for their users.
Impact of the agri-amigo program on the income level of rural workers in the agricultural region of sobral in the state of Ceará
Authors: Melo Denilson Rodrigues dos Reis , Tabosa Francisco José Silva , Castelar Pablo Urano de Carvalho , Amorim Domingos Isaias Maia , Da Cunha Filho Miguel Henrique , Da Silva Maria Josiell Nascimento
Published: February 2024

The present study seeks to analyze the impact of the Agroamigo program on the income level of the beneficiary rural worker in that region. A methodology capable of capturing the effect of the program on the income level was used by using scores that determine the matching of groups of beneficiaries and non-beneficiaries for comparison purposes. Thus, probabilities were calculated based on a set of observable characteristics, and then there was the matching for similarities. With the method used, it was verified that the program has the expected effect on the income support item. By means of the average effect on the treaties, a positive impact on the income of the beneficiary rural worker was detected, considering the calculated odds or propensity scores.
Impact of growth, inequality and the Family Grant Program (PBF) on Brazil's poverty
Authors: Tabosa Francisco José Silva , Castelar Pablo Urano de Carvalho , Amorim Domingos Isaias Maia , Da Cunha Filho Miguel Henrique , Albuquerque Eucinete Menezes , Dos Santos Antonio Célio Ferreira
Published: February 2024

The objective of this article is to analyze the effects of economic growth, inequality and the Bolsa Família Program (PBF) on poverty indices in Brazil. To do so, a dynamic panel model was used, estimated by the method of generalized moments for a two-step system, developed by Blundel-Bond (1998). The results show that spending on the family scholarship had no impact on poverty rates in Brazil. It is also found that policies of economic growth that promote an increase in income in conjunction with the reduction of its disparities are preferable to those that prioritize only the increase of the average income in the fight against poverty in Brazil.