bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Seroprevalence of Toxocara spp. in Pregnant Women: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Authors: Shayanfar Sara , Bahadory Saeed , Taghipour Ali , Foroutan Masoud , Abdoli Amir
Published: April 2024

Background. Toxocariasis is an important health problem caused by the parasitic species Toxocara canis (T. canis) and Toxocara cati (T. cati). Prevalence of toxocariasis in pregnant women as a vulnerable population is doubly important, and the aim of this study is to estimate the overall prevalence of toxocariasis infection in pregnant women according to the available reports. Methods. The present study followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) checklists. A systematic search was carried out in international scientific databases (Google Scholar, Web of Science, ScienceDirect, Scopus, and PubMed) between 1990 and 2023. The overall prevalence of parasitic infection was estimated with a random-effects model. All analyses (overall prevalence, heterogeneity, publication bias, and sensitivity analysis) were performed with comprehensive meta-analysis (V2.2, Bio stat) software. Results. Amid the final eleven included studies, based on the random-effects model, the estimation of the pooled prevalence of Toxocara spp. was 20.8% (95% CI, 9.8–38.7%). The association between the risk factors of toxocariasis and the prevalence of the disease was not statistically significant. Conclusions. In the present study, significant prevalence was reported; however, considering the limited number of studies, it seems that the actual prevalence of the disease is higher. Therefore, it seems necessary to monitor this health problem in pregnant women.
An Algebraic Approach of Topological Indices Connected with Finite Quasigroups
Authors: Nadeem Muhammad , Alam Md. Ashraful , Ali Nwazish , Elashiry M. I.
Published: April 2024

In mathematical chemistry, the algebraic polynomial serves as essential for calculating the most accurate expressions of distance-based, degree-distance-based, and degree-based topological indices. The chemical reactivity of molecules, which includes their tendency to engage in particular chemical processes or go through particular reactions, can be predicted using topological indices. Considerable effort has been put into examining the many topological descriptors of simple graphs using ring structures and well-known groups instead of nonassociative algebras, quasigroups, and loops. Both finite quasigroups and loops are the generalizations of groups. In this article, we calculate topological descriptors and some well-known polynomials, M-polynomial, Hosoya’s polynomial, Schultz’s polynomial, and modified Schultz polynomial of finite relatively prime graphs of most orders connected with two classes of quasigroups and go through their graphical aspects.
Exploring the Potential of Treating Sarcopenia through Dietary Interventions
Authors: Srivastava Shivangi , Pandey Vinay Kumar , Singh Anurag , Dar Aamir Hussain
Published: April 2024

Sarcopenia, the age-related loss of muscle mass and function, is a growing concern as the global population continues to age. It is associated with physical disability, decreased quality of life, and increased risk of falls and fractures. Nutritional interventions have been suggested to be effective in the prevention and treatment of sarcopenia. According to cross-sectional studies, the prevalence of sarcopenia in people with heart failure (HF) is 38% for men and 32% for women, contributing to cardiac fragility, a lower quality of life, and an increased risk of death. A rising number of research studies have been performed to investigate the role of certain nutrients on muscle mass or function, as appropriate nutrition is crucial for muscle maintenance. The goal of this systematic review is to outline the present evidence for exercise and nutritional interventions as potential contributors to the treatment of sarcopenia and frailty (decreased muscle mass and physical function), as well as the threat of underlying cardiac metabolic comorbidity in individuals who have heart failure (HF), cancer, CVDs, and other health problems. The biochemical properties of natural foods play a crucial role in the prevention and treatment of sarcopenia. This review explores the effectiveness of nutritional interventions for the prevention and treatment of sarcopenia.
The Management of Inflatable Penile Prosthesis Erosion and Infection following Iatrogenic Aspiration
Authors: Baydoun Ali , Benben Alexander , Skalak Matthew , Bilbrew Jordan , Abdelhady Mazen
Published: April 2024

This case report presents a unique and previously unreported case of malfunction, infection, and erosion of an inflatable penile prosthesis (IPP) resulting from iatrogenic injury during a priapism aspiration procedure performed by an emergency medicine physician. The patient, a 75-year-old male with a history of IPP placement for erectile dysfunction, presented with urinary retention and priapism, leading to inadvertent deflation of the IPP during aspiration. Subsequent evaluation revealed a pinhole opening on the scrotum, indicating infection and erosion of the prosthesis tubing. The patient underwent emergent explantation of the infected IPP, washout, cystoscopy, and insertion of a suprapubic tube. Intraoperative cultures identified Escherichia cloacae as the causative pathogen. This case highlights the importance of thorough chart review to identify patients with IPPs before aspiration procedures and emphasizes the need for healthcare provider education regarding potential complications in this patient population. Early recognition and management of such complications are crucial for optimal patient outcomes. While IPP placement remains a highly satisfactory treatment for erectile dysfunction, this case highlights the importance of vigilance to ensure the best care for patients with penile prostheses. It is noteworthy that ultimately, a new IPP was not placed in this patient due to the patient’s significant medical comorbidities.
Clinical Pregnancy and Live Birth Outcomes after Intracytoplasmic Injection of Fresh versus Frozen Testicular Sperm
Authors: Zhu Yuqin , Ouyang Nengyong , Ji Xiaohui , Zhang Qingxue , Zhao Haijing
Published: April 2024

This study aimed to investigate the potential benefits of frozen testicular sperm and to retrospectively analyze the clinical pregnancy and live birth outcomes following intracytoplasmic injection of fresh or frozen testicular sperm. A total of 468 infertile couples undergoing intracytoplasmic sperm injection cycles utilizing either fresh or frozen testicular sperm extracted between January 2017 and December 2021 were included in this analysis. Participants were categorized into two groups: those utilizing fresh testicular sperm (n = 324) and those utilizing frozen testicular sperm (n = 144). Outcome measures encompassed fertilization rate, embryo development, clinical outcomes, and birth status of infants. Statistical analysis revealed no significant differences in 2PN fertilization rate, Day 3 (D3) available embryo rate, high‐quality embryo rate, blastocyst formation rate, clinical pregnancy rate, live birth rate, and preterm birth rate between the two groups. Although the preterm birth rate in the frozen testicular sperm group was lower compared to the fresh testicular sperm group, the difference was not statistically significant (5.6% vs. 15.1%). Notably, there were no discernible distinctions in clinical pregnancy and birth outcomes, as well as infant birth parameters, between the fresh and frozen testicular sperm groups. These findings suggest that frozen testicular sperm holds practical value and warrants consideration for clinical application.
Investigating the Impact of HTNV Infection on the Gut Microbiota of Wild-Type and NLRX1 Knockout Mice
Authors: Sun Wenjie , Ding Yaxin , Liu Ziyu , Hou Shiyuan , Sun Danni , Ma Ruixue , Kang Huarui , Ma Xiaohan , Wang Jiayu , Mu Hongrui , Lv Yunhua , Gu Tianle , Ying Qikang , Wang Fang , Wu Xingan , Liu Rongrong
Published: April 2024

It is becoming increasingly clear that maintaining the equilibrium of gut microbiota homeostasis during viral infections, such as Hantaan virus (HTNV), is of paramount importance. In order to gain insight into the role of NOD-like receptors in the immune system, we conducted a comparative study between C57BL/6 and Nlrx1-/- mouse models to analyze changes in the gut microbiota after HTNV infection. Our findings revealed an increase in the ratio of Firmicutes to Bacteroides in Nlrx1-/- mice, suggesting a potential link to inflammation. In addition, a comprehensive analysis of serum metabolomics revealed that differential metabolites were mainly concentrated in amino acid metabolism and lipid metabolism. Amino acid metabolism mainly involves arginine, lysine, and histidine metabolism, while lipid metabolism is mainly related to glycerophospholipid metabolism and fatty acid synthesis. Analysis of the correlation between microbiota and metabolites revealed an inverse relationship between Bacteroidetes and metabolites related to glutamine metabolism, while Firmicutes were directly associated with these metabolites. Furthermore, we observed a negative correlation between the presence of Actinobacteria, Proteobacteria, and Patescibacteria and the metabolites related to polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs). Our results demonstrate that HTNV infection causes changes in the composition of gut microbiota in both Nlrx1-/- and wild-type (WT) mice. Moreover, the fecal microbiota and serum metabolites of Nlrx1-/- mice display notable differences at various developmental stages. Investigating this further may help to improve our understanding of the pathogenesis of HTNV and provide potential therapeutic options.
Staphylococcus lugdunensis Endocarditis Presenting with Brain Abscesses and Temporal Vision Deficits
Authors: Linz Matthew S. , Finkel Diana , Goshorn Eli S.
Published: April 2024

Staphylococcus lugdunensis is a coagulase-negative staphylococcal bacterium (CoNS) that colonizes the skin. While infectious endocarditis (IE) caused by S. lugdunensis is rare, it is noteworthy because it has been associated with an aggressive clinical course. In this report, we present a case of culture-negative IE complicated by brain abscesses, vision deficits, and progressive heart failure that ultimately required mitral valve replacement. The causative agent was eventually identified as S. lugdunensis through molecular testing of valvular tissue.
Development and Application of a Percolation Velocity Monitoring Method in Multiphase Percolation Physical Experiments
Authors: Guan Cuo , Li Xianjie , Hu Ke , Liu Chen , Du Hong , Xian Ruokun
Published: April 2024

Unlike conventional single-phase seepage monitoring methods, monitoring multiphase flow in porous media is more complex. This paper addresses this complexity by analyzing the heat transfer in porous media models under multiphase seepage conditions. It introduces a set of theories, methods, and devices to effectively monitor the flow velocity in multiphase seepage processes. Utilizing a self-developed single-point self-heating temperature-sensing device combined with saturation testing at monitoring points, we establish a method to determine the relationship between different saturation and resistivity, as well as the saturation and thermal conductivity of the reservoir model, which provides essential parameter support for the calculation of results during flow velocity monitoring. The effectiveness of the flow velocity monitoring method was confirmed through a one-dimensional constant velocity multiphase seepage experiment. Furthermore, oil-water two-phase seepage simulation experiments were conducted based on the sandpack model. By comparing the real oil-water flow velocity with the monitored velocity, the accuracy can reach over 95%, validating the accuracy and reliability of the method proposed in this paper. The seepage flow velocity monitoring theory and technology established herein offer corresponding theories and methods for obtaining fluid seepage velocity in porous media with multiphase fluids.
Effect on Sulfuric Acid Resistance and Shrinkage of Concrete Incorporating Processed Bagasse Ash and Silica Fume
Authors: Abdalla Tareg Abdalla , Shitote Stanley Muse , Matallah Mohammed , Koteng David Otieno
Published: April 2024

Using ordinary Portland cement (OPC) in concrete has significant environmental and sustainability concerns. Notably, in the production of OPC, large volumes of greenhouse gases are produced, which contribute to global warming, and large amounts of natural raw materials are used, which can lead to the depletion of nonrenewable resources with time. In addition, OPC production is highly energy‐intensive. To mitigate these concerns, it has become common practice to reduce the amount of OPC used in concrete production by partially replacing OPC with a supplementary cementitious material (SCM). Most of the SCMs used have pozzolanic properties and react with free lime in OPC to provide more cementitious material, which increases the long‐term strength of concrete and also densifies the pore structure, resulting in improved durability in harsh environments. This study explored the effect of OPC on the resistance to sulfuric acid attack and drying shrinkage when OPC is partially replaced by processed bagasse ash (PBA) at dosages of up to 50%, together with 5% silica fume. Both materials are pozzolanic and are expected to react with free lime in OPC concrete to increase the strength and densify the concrete; however, with increased PBA dosage, the cement is diluted, and a reduction in strength can be expected. This study explores the benefits that can be realized, focusing primarily on sulfuric acid resistance and the reduction of drying shrinkage.
Multidisciplinary Design Optimization of Reentry-Powered Hypersonic Vehicles Based on Surrogate Model
Authors: Ma Shoudong , Yang Yuxin , Chen Yesi , Yang Hua , Chen Weifang
Published: April 2024

Two problems exist in the study of the trajectory optimization problem of powered hypersonic gliding vehicles (HGVs) due to insufficient consideration of the overall design constraints as well as the strong couplings among relevant disciplines: (1) the engine and thrust models are not compatible with the existing HGV; (2) configuration parameters of the HGV are not included as design variables during trajectory optimization (i.e., propulsion discipline is decoupled in the process of the HGV configuration design), thus failing to fully explore the effect of power to improve the performance of the HGV. Therefore, the application of multidisciplinary design optimization (MDO) in the overall design of powered HGVs should be investigated. First, a MDO task analysis and a multidisciplinary model analysis are carried out for the powered HGV. Second, the multidisciplinary optimization problem is defined, and the couplings between disciplines of the powered HGV are analyzed so that a six-discipline model is established that is suitable for the overall design process, including the parameterized configuration geometry, aerodynamics, propulsion, mass properties, trajectory, and aerodynamic heat/thermal protection system (TPS). Finally, a surrogate model is used to replace the time-consuming accurate model, and numerical optimization examples verify the effectiveness of the method. The optimization results show that the method has a good convergence speed, which increases the gliding range of the optimized vehicle by 8.37%. In addition, by decoupling the propulsion discipline, the validation shows that the coupled propulsion discipline during the overall design can increase the range of the powered HGV by 3.87% compared to the powered HGV optimized with the decoupled propulsion discipline. The work done in this paper provides a new design idea for the overall design of a powered HGV.
Torsades de Pointe Associated with Trazodone Consumption
Authors: Khederlou Hamid , Azimi Pirsaraei Vanoushe
Published: April 2024

Introduction. Trazodone is a serotonin receptor antagonist and reuptake inhibitor commonly used to treat major depression disorder (MDD), anxiety, and sleep disorders. It is considered safe for the heart due to minimal anticholinergic effects. Prolonged QT intervals can cause polymorphic ventricular tachycardia, known as torsades de pointe (TdP). We present a case of a 67‐year‐old female with a history of MDD who developed trazodone‐induced TdP. Case Presentation. The patient was referred to a tertiary hospital with a ten‐hour history of nausea and vomiting. Trazodone (50 mg daily) was started for her six days ago due to her past medical history of MDD. The initial electrocardiography (ECG) revealed a prolonged corrected QT interval (QTc = 586 ms) due to a long ST segment and generalized T wave inversion. A few moments after admission to the intensive care unit, she suddenly lost consciousness. ECG monitoring showed a TdP, which terminated immediately with the asynchronous defibrillation. A temporary pacemaker was implanted due to repeated arrhythmias and bradycardia. Arrhythmia did not recur for hours and days later. After four days of stopping trazodone, all abnormal ECG findings were resolved, and she was discharged with a normal ECG. She was followed up six months later; the ECG was normal, and she had no complaints. Conclusion. Trazodone may lead to QTc prolongation and TdP, potentially fatal even without risk factors for QTc prolongation. Close monitoring is essential to prevent adverse complications in trazodone users.
Public Attitudes for Quality and Funding of Long‐Term Care: Findings from an Australian Survey
Authors: Milte Rachel , Ratcliffe Julie , Kumaran Sheela , Hutchinson Claire , Chen Gang , Kaambwa Billingsley , Khadka Jyoti
Published: April 2024

There has been growing interest in exploring factors that influence the success or otherwise of welfare policies in democratic countries, such as the interrelationships between the proposed policy and the context it will be introduced into, such as the sociodemographic characteristics of the population and the population’s previous experience with welfare policies. However, there has been little exploration of factors that could influence general population support for long‐term care for older people. The aim of this study was to investigate the general population’s attitudes for determinants of high‐quality aged care and different mechanisms for funding and any impact of individual characteristics on these. A representative sample of the Australian general population aged 18 years and over (N = 10,315, 52% female, 22% aged 65 years and over) drawn via quota sampling participated in the survey online. Participants were asked to rate the importance of a list of 10 determinants of quality care and their support for four models of funding, both using a five‐point Likert scale. We identified consistently high expectations for long‐term care services across the general population, especially among older people, females, those with a family member in care, and those living in rural or regional areas. In terms of how governments practically fund a high‐quality long‐term care system, we also identified broad support among the general population for both payment of a co‐contribution towards the cost of care by older people using services and increased government funding for the system. Over 40% of participants said they would be willing to pay additional tax to improve access and quality of aged care services. While often neglected by governments in the past who assumed voter apathy on the topic, by comparison, our findings indicate that there is currently a strong appetite among the general population for improvements to the quality of care provided and that they are willing to consider changes to the funding model.
Assessing Concordance of Results: A Comparative Study of the Manual and Automated Urinalysis Methods
Authors: Gyamfi Nicholas Kwame Afriyie , Osei George Nkrumah , Brenyah Ruth C. , Agyemang Lawrence Duah , Ampomah Paulina , Darkwah Kwame Osei , Toboh Emmanuel , Ephraim Richard K D
Published: April 2024

Introduction. An accurate urine analysis is a good indicator of the status of the renal and genitourinary system. However, limited studies have been done on comparing the diagnostic performance of the fully automated analyser and manual urinalysis especially in Ghana. This study evaluated the concordance of results of the fully automated urine analyser (Sysmex UN series) and the manual method urinalysis at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital in Kumasi, Ghana. Methodology. Sixty-seven (67) freshly voided urine samples were analysed by the automated urine analyser Sysmex UN series and by manual examination at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, Ghana. Kappa and Bland-Altman plot analyses were used to evaluate the degree of concordance and correlation of both methods, respectively. Results. Substantial (κ=0.711, p<0.01), slight (κ=0.193, p=0.004), and slight (κ=0.109, p<0.001) agreements were found for urine colour, appearance, and pH, respectively, between the manual and automated methods. A strong and significant correlation (r=0.593, p<0.001) was found between both methods for specific gravity with a strong positive linear correlation observed for red blood cell count (r=0.951, R2=0.904, p<0.001), white blood cell count (r=0.907, R2=0.822, p<0.001), and epithelial cell count (r=0.729, R2=0.532, p<0.001). A perfect agreement of urine chemistry results in both methods was observed for nitrite 67 (100%) (κ=1.000, p<0.001) with a fair agreement for protein 46 (68.7%) (κ=0.395, p<0.001). A strong agreement was found in both methods for the presence of cast 65 (97.0%) (κ=0.734, p<0.001) with no concordance observed for the presence of crystals (κ=0.115, p=0.326) and yeast-like cells (YLC) (κ=0.171, p=0.116). Conclusion. The automated and manual methods showed similar performances and good correlation, especially for physical and chemical examination. However, manual microscopy remains necessary to classify urine sediments, particularly for bacteria and yeast-like cells. Future research with larger samples could help validate automated urinalysis for wider clinical use and identify areas requiring improved automated detection capabilities.
In Vitro Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Properties of Composite Flour Formulations Developed Using Selected Local Grain Varieties
Authors: Perera T. P. Sathsara S. , Godakumbura Pahan I. , Prashantha M. A. B. , Navaratne S. B.
Published: April 2024

The aim of this study was to determine the in vitro antioxidant potential of four extruded and domestically prepared composite flour formulations developed by composting selected locally available grain varieties in Sri Lanka. The potential of the flour extracts to scavenge free radicals were evaluated by performing DPPH, ABTS, and FRAP assays. Furthermore, the antimicrobial activities of the flour formulations against selected Gram-positive and Gram-negative pathogenic microorganisms were comparatively evaluated using agar well diffusion and disk diffusion assays. Ethanol and water extracts of the samples were evaluated for their antimicrobial potential. The results showed that extruded samples possessed high antioxidant properties than samples prepared using the conventional cooking. Furthermore, the antioxidant potential of the formulations evaluated using different assays was strongly correlated. Moreover, the formulations reported positive antimicrobial potential against tested Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria. The ethanol extracts of flour formulations exhibited higher susceptibility to tested microbes than that of water extracts while agar well diffusion resulted significantly high inhibition against pathogenic bacteria than that of agar disk diffusion method (p<0.05). In overall, the highest inhibition zone of 17.64 mm was depicted by F4 against Salmonella, while the lowest diameter of 6.09 mm was depicted by F1 against Listeria. In conclusion, the developed flour formulations contained natural antimicrobial agents which can combat common food spoilage and pathogenic bacteria and can be promoted as value-added products with health benefits beyond nutrition.
Research on the Application of Prefabricated Load‐Bearing Structure in Prefabricated Roadway in Filling Body
Authors: Jiang Ke , Ren Gaofeng , Sheng Jia , Peng Liang , Zhu Hao , Tan Xinyu , Zheng Bokun , Zhang Congrui
Published: April 2024

The re‐excavation roadway in the filling body is a common engineering demand in mines. In order to solve the problem of instability and failure of the filling body caused by the excavation disturbance in the filling body and improve the comprehensive economic benefits of the technology, it is proposed to use the filling body formed by membrane bag filling in the goaf and the steel arch frame to form a prefabricated load‐bearing structure, reserve the required roadway space, avoid the safety risks caused by roadway excavation, and reduce the difficulty and cost of roadway support in the later stage. Based on the background of a mine goaf, the mechanical model of the load‐bearing structure is established, and the analytical solution of the bearing capacity of the steel arch is obtained. The optimal ratio of the membrane bag filling of the load‐bearing structure is obtained by indoor test, and the deformation of the surrounding rock and the distribution range of the plastic zone after the formation of the reserved roadway are numerically simulated and analyzed. The results show that the best cementing material is cement : fly ash of 8 : 2, and the ratio of cement to sand is 1 : 3. The vertical displacement of the roof is 45.1 mm, the vertical displacement of the floor is 5.1 mm, and the horizontal displacement of the left side is 55.5 mm. The load on the load‐bearing structure is within the allowable range, and the field monitoring results show that the deformation of the reserved roadway is small. The research results can provide reference for the prefabricated roadway engineering in the filling body.
Review of the Mechanistic and Structural Assessment of Binders in Electrodes for Lithium‐Ion Batteries
Authors: Yoon Hyungsub , Behera Promoda , Lim Sooman , Yun Tae Gwang , Hwang Byungil , Cheong Jun Young
Published: April 2024

With the continual increase in CO2 levels and toward a sustainable society, developing high‐performance lithium‐ion batteries (LIBs) is crucial. A suitable electrode design is the key to enhancing the quality of battery cells (e.g., cycle retention characteristics and rate capabilities), and the binder plays an important role in providing sufficient adhesion between the active material, conductive agent, and current collector. Despite significant advances in the development of novel binder materials and solutions that can be employed as anode and cathode materials, careful investigations and summaries of the assessment methods for binder materials remain lacking. In this review, we examine the different analyses used to assess the quality of binder materials and how they help in assessing the quality of the electrode design. In addition, future perspectives on binder assessment are presented, which can be applied to future research directed toward binder development for advanced LIBs or post‐LIBs.
Influence of Expressway Construction Area Information on Drivers’ Route Choice Behaviours
Authors: Li Yuexiang , Guo Bao , Zhao Wei , Lv Mengqi , Lu Peng , Wang Chengcheng , Ji Zhonggang , Xu Qiuchen
Published: April 2024

Expressway traffic information is important for guiding driving routes and alleviating traffic congestion. However, the current research on expressway guidance information focuses on existing expressways. In this study, strategies for providing expressway guidance information under reconstruction and expansion scenarios are investigated. Multiple factors of expressway reconstruction and expansion, such as the length of construction areas and the number of lanes occupied by construction areas, are extracted. A panel latent class logit model considering individual heterogeneity is established to fit the survey data collected by 825 respondents. The results show that the proposed panel latent class logit model fits the data best, and the studied drivers could be categorized into three classes, i.e., the information provision time‐sensitive class, the information promotion detour class, and the information suppression detour class. The research results can support expressway operators in designing appropriate traffic information provision strategies, providing personalized guidance to drivers, and ensuring the safe operation of expressways in construction areas.
Emotional Intelligence among Female Nursing Leaders in a Transformational Era
Authors: Almadani Noura , Alamri Majed
Published: April 2024

Background. Emotional intelligence (EI) is an instrumental quality for effective management in the changing landscape of healthcare leadership, specifically among female nursing leaders. Aim. This study aims to assess the EI among female nursing leaders in Saudi Arabian hospitals and to examine its connection with leadership and effectiveness of decision-making during a transformational period. Methods. This study applied a correlational descriptive cross-sectional methodology to gather data from 232 female nursing leaders. The data were collected via an online survey using convenience sampling. The study incorporated demographic data as well as a 16-item EI scale. Approval was granted by the ethics committee, and the participants’ privacy was appropriately ensured. Results. The majority of the participants were experienced professionals aged 25 years and above, with a significant proportion holding a bachelor’s degree or higher, and over five years of leadership experience. The study revealed a positive connection between EI and self-leadership (self-awareness, self-reflection, and self-motivation), especially among leaders with more experience. An investigation considering many variables revealed a noteworthy model that explains 55.2% of the variation in EI scores. This model portrays that higher self-leadership scores, as well as longer experience, are predictors of higher levels of EI. Conclusions. This study has found that EI is widespread among female nursing leaders, and it is meaningfully and positively associated with their aptitude for self-leadership. The fact that more leadership experience correlated with higher EI signifies the need for focused EI development programs in the nursing leadership curriculum. These insights are instrumental for developing leadership that can effectually manage the intricacies of the evolving healthcare transition.
Sôbre um curioso pseudoscorpião Geogarypus (Geogarypus) itapemirinensis sp. n. (Garypidae: Neobisiinea)
Authors: Feio José Lacerda de Araujo
Published: April 2024

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Novas espécies do gênero Tachygonus Schoenherr (Col. Curculionoidea)
Authors: Monte Oscar
Published: April 2024

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Contribuição ao estudo dos opiliões da Serra do Mar – Opiliões de Boracéa
Authors: Soares B. M.
Published: April 2024

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Crítica sobre alguns gêneros e espécies de Tingitídeos
Authors: Monte Oscar
Published: April 2024

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Nota sobre o gênero Vernonia Guimarães, 1936
Authors: Guimarães Lindolpho R.
Published: April 2024

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Sobre alguns gêneros e espécies de Heptapsogastridae (Mallophaga) – II
Authors: Guimarães Lindolpho R.
Published: April 2024

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Novos gêneros de malófagos parasitas de Falconiformes
Authors: Guimarães Lindolpho R.
Published: April 2024

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Abelhas de Salobra (Hym. Apoidea)
Authors: Moure J.
Published: April 2024

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Sphingidae capturados em Porto Cabral (margem paulista do rio Paraná), com notas sobre nomenclatura
Authors: Oiticica Filho José
Published: April 2024

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Os símios do estado de São Paulo
Authors: Vieira C. C.
Published: April 2024

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Aracnídeos de Monte Alegre
Authors: Soares B. M.
Published: April 2024

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Peixes da subfamília Mylinae existentes na coleção do Departamento de Zoologia da Secretaria da Agricultura de São Paulo
Authors: Campos A. Amaral
Published: April 2024

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Algumas notas sôbre a nomenclatura dos Fulcidacídeos (Col. Chrysomeloidea)
Authors: Navajas E.
Published: April 2024

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Sôbre uma nova espécie de Plusiocampa (Entotrophi, Campodeidae) do Brasil
Authors: Wygodzinsky Petr
Published: April 2024

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Notas sôbre aranhas. I
Authors: Soares B. M.
Published: April 2024

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Chave sinóptica da subfamília Leptogastrinae (Díptera, Asilidae), com a descrição de um novo gênero e uma nova espécie
Authors: Carrera Messias
Published: April 2024

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Notas sôbre a Ofiologia Neotrópica e Brasílica. I
Authors: Amaral Afrânio do
Published: April 2024

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Notas sôbre a Ofiologia Neotrópica e Brasílica. V. Sôbre a invalidez específica de Crotalus unicolor
Authors: Amaral Afrânio do
Published: April 2024

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Notas sôbre a Ofiologia Neotrópica e Brasílica. VI. Formas de Boíneos de recente registo
Authors: Amaral Afrânio do
Published: April 2024

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Abelhas de Monte Alegre (Est. S. Paulo) (Hym.-Apoidea)
Authors: Moure J.
Published: April 2024

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Mamíferos de Monte Alegre
Authors: Vieira C. C.
Published: April 2024

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Ectoparasitos de aves e mamíferos colecionados em Monte Alegre
Authors: Guimarães Lindolpho R.
Published: April 2024

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Algumas notas sôbre a fauna de lepidópteros de Monte Alegre
Authors: D'Almeida R. Ferreira
Published: April 2024

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Lucanidae, Passalidae e Scarabaeidae de Monte Alegre
Authors: Pereira Francisco Silvério Pereira
Published: April 2024

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Rutelidae, Cetonidae, Melolonthidae e Dynastidae de Monte Alegre
Authors: Guimarães Lindolpho R.
Published: April 2024

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Duas novas espécies de opiliões
Authors: Soares B. A. M. , Soares Hélia Eller Monteiro
Published: April 2024

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Contribuição ao estudo dos opiliões da coleção "Otto Schubart"
Authors: Soares Hélia Eller Monteiro
Published: April 2024

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Alguns opiliões do Museu Nacional do Rio de Janeiro
Authors: Soares Benedicto A. M. , Soares Hélia E. M.
Published: April 2024

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Duas novas espécies de opiliões do estado do Espírito Santo
Authors: Soares Benedicto A. M. , Soares Hélia E. M.
Published: April 2024

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Introdução ao recenseamento entomológico em Monte Alegre, no município de Amparo
Authors: Lane Frederido
Published: April 2024

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New or little-known Tipulidae (Diptera) from São Paulo, Brasil – Part III
Authors: Alexander Charles P.
Published: April 2024

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Novos opiliões de banhado (Estado do Paraná)
Authors: Soares Benedicto A. M. , Soares Hélia E. M.
Published: April 2024

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Sôbre algumas espécies do gênero Atoniomyia Hermann, 1912 (Diptera, Asilidae)
Authors: Carrera Messias
Published: April 2024

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Sôbre uma pequena coleção de aves de Boracéia e do Varjão do Guaratuba (Estado de S. Paulo)
Authors: Camargo Hélio F. de Almeida
Published: April 2024

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Novos opiliões do estado do Espírito Santo e um novo opilião do estado do Pará
Authors: Soares Benedicto A. M. , Soares Hélia E. M.
Published: April 2024

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Uma nova espécie de Camarana Mello-Leitão, 1935, e alótipo de Eusarcus montis (Mello-Leitão, 1936) (Opiliones – Gonyleptidae)
Authors: Soares Benedicto A. M. , Soares Hélia E. M.
Published: April 2024

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Os genótipos da fam. Fulcidacidae (Col. Chrysomeloidea)
Authors: Navajas E.
Published: April 2024

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Um novo tomísida brasileiro (Araneae – Thomisidae)
Authors: Soares Hélia Eller Monteiro
Published: April 2024

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Sôbre a sucessão das plumagens em Tigrisoma lineatum marmoratum (Vieillot)
Authors: Pinto Olivério
Published: April 2024

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Contribuição ao estudo das aranhas do estado do Espírito Santo
Authors: Soares Benedicto A. M. , Soares Hélia E. M.
Published: April 2024

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Notas sôbre o gênero Tiphaura e descrição de uma nova espécie (Col., Curc., Erirrhininae)
Authors: Araujo R. L.
Published: April 2024

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Algumas aranhas novas de Pedra Açú e Paraná
Authors: Mello-Leitão C. de
Published: April 2024

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Sôbre um novo gênero e espécie de Colubrídeo opistóglifo
Authors: Vanzolini P. E.
Published: April 2024

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Notas sôbre Microctenia (Menoponidae – Mallophaga) e descrição de uma nova subespécie
Authors: Guimarães Lindolpho R.
Published: April 2024

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Opiliões da coleção Gofferjé (Opiliones – Gonyleptidae)
Authors: Soares Benedicto A. M. , Soares Hélia E. M.
Published: April 2024

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Notas sôbre um deródimo de Crotalus durissus terrificus (Laur.)
Authors: Vanzolini P. E.
Published: April 2024

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Asilídeos coligidos no Paraguai pela missão científica brasileira (Diptera)
Authors: Carrera Messias
Published: April 2024

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Dados morfológicos e bionômicos sôbre Hylemyia poeciloptera (Malloch, 1921) (Diptera: Anthomyidae), minadora das folhas de beterraba (Beta vulgaris L.)
Authors: Carrera Messias , Travassos Filho Lauro
Published: April 2024

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Alótipos e formas novas de opiliões paranaenses (Opiliones – Gonyleptidae, Phalangiidae)
Authors: Soares Benedicto A. M. , Soares Hélia E. M.
Published: April 2024

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Sôbre alguns anisopódidas da América do Sul. Descrição de Carreraia, n. gen. (Dipt. Anisopodidae)
Authors: Corrêa Renato R.
Published: April 2024

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Sôbre um novo Pantodactylus do estado de Minas Gerais (Sauria, Teiidae)
Authors: Vanzolini P. E.
Published: April 2024

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Alguns opiliões do sul do Brasil (Opiliones – Gonyleptidae, Phalangodidae, Cosmetidae)
Authors: Soares Benedicto A. M. , Soares Hélia E. M.
Published: April 2024

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Novos diplópodos do Brasil
Authors: Schubart Otto
Published: April 2024

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Sôbre alguns gêneros e espécies de Heptapsogastridae (Mallophaga). V
Authors: Guimarães Lindolpho R.
Published: April 2024

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Sôbre o gênero Plagiocephalus Wiedemann, 1830 (Diptera, Otitidae, Pterocallinae)
Authors: Carrera Messias
Published: April 2024

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Peter W. Lund e sua contribuição à ornitologia brasileira
Authors: Pinto Olivério
Published: April 2024

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Considerações acerca da posição genérica de Callithrix melanoleuca (Miranda Ribeiro), Eladio Lima, 1944
Authors: Serra Octavio Della
Published: April 2024

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Pequenas notas sobre malofagos. II
Authors: Guimarães Lindolpho R.
Published: April 2024

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Contribuição para o estudo dos Bruchomyiinae brasileiros, com as descrições de duas novas espécies (Diptera, Psychodidae)
Authors: Barretto Mauro Pereira
Published: April 2024

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Miscelânea ornitológica. V. Descrição de uma subespécie nordestina em Synallaxis ruficapilla Vieillot (Fam. Furnariidae)
Authors: Pinto Olivério
Published: April 2024

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Sobre uma nova espécie de Pterophthirus Ewing, 1923 (Anoplura)
Authors: Guimarães Lindolpho R.
Published: April 2024

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Da classificação e nomenclatura dos surucuás brasileiros (Trogonidae)
Authors: Pinto Olivério
Published: April 2024

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Variações do articulado dos dentes incisivos nos macacos do gênero Alouatta Lac., 1799
Authors: Serra Octavio Della
Published: April 2024

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Divisão do gênero Leontocebus (macacos platyrrhina) em dois sub-genêros sob bases de caracteres dento-morfológicos
Authors: Serra Octavio Della
Published: April 2024

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Pequenas notas sobre Asilidae (Diptera). IV. Descrição de duas novas espécies de Atomosia e Rhopalogaster
Authors: Carrera Messias
Published: April 2024

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Relação de alguns Asilidae e suas presas. III
Authors: Carrera Messias , D'Andretta Maria A. V.
Published: April 2024

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Sôbre algumas variações das suturas do canto interno da órbita nos macacos do gênero Callithrix Erxleben, 1777
Authors: Serra Octávio Della , Picosse Milton
Published: April 2024

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Resultados de uma expedição científica ao território do Acre – Diptera
Authors: D'Andretta Maria A. V. , Carrera Messias
Published: April 2024

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Espécies neotropicais da família Simuliidae (Diptera, Nematocera). VII. Redescrição de Lutzsimulium pernigrum (Lutz, 1910), n. comb. e considerações sôbre o gênero
Authors: D'Andretta M. A. V. , D'Andretta Jr. C.
Published: April 2024

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Noticiário: Código Internacional de Nomenclatura Zoológica. Propostas de ampliação, esclarecimentos e acréscimos a serem consideradas pelo XIV Congresso Internacional de Zoologia
Authors: Hemming Francis
Published: April 2024

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Relatório de uma expedição científica ao território federal do Acre no ano de 1951
Authors: Vanzolini P. E.
Published: April 2024

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Sobre o "Jupará" do nordeste do Brasil (Potos flavus nocturnus (Wied))
Authors: Vieira Carlos da C.
Published: April 2024

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Um novo gênero de pulga da família Ischnopsyllidae (Siphonaptera)
Authors: Guimarães Lindolpho R.
Published: April 2024

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Sobre a coleção Carlos Estevão de peles, ninhos e ovos das aves de Belém (Pará)
Authors: Pinto Olivério
Published: April 2024

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Sobre a diferenciação geográfica de Gymnodactylus geckoides (Sauria, Gekkonidae)
Authors: Vanzolini P. E.
Published: April 2024

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Pequenas notas sôbre Asilidae (Diptera). V. Sôbre alguns Dasypogoninae das coleções do Museu Britânico e do Instituto Miguel Lillo
Authors: Carrera Messias
Published: April 2024

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Dichotomius da seção Speciosus
Authors: Pereira Francisco Silvério
Published: April 2024

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Sobre algumas aranhas que ocorrem no Brasil, com descrição de um alótipo (Arachnida – Araneae)
Authors: Camargo Helio F. de Almeida
Published: April 2024

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Uma nova espécie de flebótomo da República Argentina: Phlebotomus microcephalus, n. sp. (Diptera, Psychodidae)
Authors: Barretto M. P. , Duret J. P.
Published: April 2024

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Sobre um amebiano do genero Endolimax, parasita do termita brasileiro Cornitermes cumulans (Kollar), coletado em São Paulo
Authors: Mello I. Froilano de
Published: April 2024

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Sobre o gênero Phyllopezus Peters (Sauria, Gekkonidae)
Authors: Vanzolini P. E.
Published: April 2024

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Observações sobre a alimentação de uma cascavel (Crotalus durissus terrificus Laur.) em cativeiro
Authors: Olrog Claes Christian
Published: April 2024

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Sobre os nomes Zygaspis Cope e Shrevea Vanzolini
Authors: Vanzolini P. E.
Published: April 2024

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Flebotomos do nordeste. Morfologia de algumas espécies e sua distribuição geográfica
Authors: Lucena Durval T. de
Published: April 2024

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Notas sôbre algumas espécies de Hystrichopsyllidae (Siphonaptera) da América do Sul
Authors: Guimarães L. R.
Published: April 2024

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Turbellaria brasileiros. XI
Authors: Marcus Ernesto
Published: April 2024

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Algumas notas sôbre opiliões, com a descrição de novas formas (Opiliones – Gonyleptidae, Phalangodidae)
Authors: Soares Benedicto A. M. , Soares Hélia E. M.
Published: April 2024

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Resultados ornitológicos de duas viagens científicas ao estado de Alagoas
Authors: Pinto Olivério
Published: April 2024

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Sôbre Gonatodes varius (Auguste Duméril), com notas sôbre outras espécies do gênero (Sauria, Gekkonidae)
Authors: Vanzolini P. E.
Published: April 2024

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O articulado dos dentes labiais nos símios da família Cebidae Swainson, 1835 (Primates – Mammalia)
Authors: Serra Octavio Della
Published: April 2024

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Lista anotada de aves colecionadas nos limites ocidentais do estado do Paraná
Authors: Pinto Olivério M. de O. , Camargo Eurico A. de
Published: April 2024

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Novos escarabeídeos e novas sinonímias (Col. Scarabaeidae)
Authors: Pereira F. S. , D'Andretta M. A. V.
Published: April 2024

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Notas sinonímicas. II
Authors: Lane Frederico
Published: April 2024

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Tricladida terricola das regiões de Teresópolis e Ubatuba
Authors: Froehlich Claudio Gilberto
Published: April 2024

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Dois gêneros e espécies novos de Pachydemini do Equador (Col. Scarabaeoidea, Melolonthidae)
Authors: Martínez Antonio , D'Andretta M. A. V.
Published: April 2024

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Sôbre uma nova espécie de Hyla do estado de Minas Gerais, Brasil (Amphibia, Salientia-Hylidae)
Authors: Bokermann Werner C. A.
Published: April 2024

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A flora na alimentação das aves brasileiras. I. Generalidades
Authors: Kuhlmann Moysés , Jimbo Sachiko
Published: April 2024

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O genero Coleodactylus (Sauria, Gekkonidae)
Authors: Vanzolini P. E.
Published: April 2024

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Os equinodermas do litoral de São Paulo. I. Echinoidea, Crinoidea e Holothuroidea do bentos costeiro
Authors: Tommasi Luiz Roberto
Published: April 2024

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Singular anomalia maxilio-dental em um bugio (Alouatta nigerrima – Primates, Mammalia)
Authors: Serra Octavio Della
Published: April 2024

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Dipteros de Boraceia. I. Asilidae
Authors: Carrera Messias
Published: April 2024

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Contribuição ao conhecimento dos Ctenuchidae (Lep.). VIII. Genero Orcynia Walker, 1854
Authors: Pereira Olga de Avila
Published: April 2024

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Sôbre Diploglossus lessonae, com notas biometricas e sobre a evolução ontogenetica do padrão de colorido (Sauria, Anguidae)
Authors: Vanzolini P. E.
Published: April 2024

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Tres notas sobre serpentes brasileiras
Authors: Hose Alphonse Richard
Published: April 2024

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Redescrição do Simulium rubrithorax Lutz, 1909, e descrição do alotipo macho (Diptera, Simuliidae)
Authors: Vulcano M. A.
Published: April 2024

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Observações sobre a alimentação de algumas crotalideas sul americanas em cativeiro (Serpentes, Crotalidae)
Authors: Olrog C. C.
Published: April 2024

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Comentarios bionomicos e proteção pupal de Dinia aeagrus (Cr.) (Lepidoptera, Ctenuchidae)
Authors: Travassos Filho Lauro
Published: April 2024

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Cerambycoidea neotropica nova. V. (Coleoptera)
Authors: Lane Frederico
Published: April 2024

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Estudo do macho de Copaxa decrescens Walker, 1855 (Lep. Saturnidae)
Authors: Heitzmann T. J.
Published: April 2024

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Ibidionini (Coleoptera, Cerambycinae). II. O genero Sydax Lacordaire
Authors: Martins Ubirajara R.
Published: April 2024

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Novas espécies de Piezocerini (Col. Cerambycidae)
Authors: Lane Frederico
Published: April 2024

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Nova subfamilia de Lamiidae (Coleoptera)
Authors: Lane Frederico
Published: April 2024

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Ibidionini (Coleoptera, Cerambycinae). III. Notas sobre o genero Tetroplon Aurivillius
Authors: Martins Ubirajara R.
Published: April 2024

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Descrição de Simulium obesum, sp. n. (Diptera, Simuliidae)
Authors: Vulcano M. A.
Published: April 2024

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Ibidionini (Coleoptera, Cerambycinae). XII. Gêneros cujas espécies possuem olhos largamente separados na parte superior da cabeça
Authors: Martins Ubirajara R.
Published: April 2024

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Os peixes de Monte Alegre do Sul, estado de São Paulo
Authors: Gomes A. Lourenço , Azevedo Pedro de
Published: April 2024

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Ibidionini (Coleoptera, Cerambycinae). XIII. Sôbre um novo gênero e uma nova espécie
Authors: Martins Ubirajara R.
Published: April 2024

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Variações cromáticas do macho de Papilio torquatus polybius Swainson, 1823, com a descrição de um exemplar aberrante (Lepidoptera – Papilionidae)
Authors: Cestari Antônio N.
Published: April 2024

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Estudo da morfologia externa dos estádios evolutivos do Mantodea parastagmatoptera unipunctata (Burm., 1838) (Mantidea – Vatinae)
Authors: Heitzmann Therezinha J.
Published: April 2024

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On the identity of Plistonax albolinitus (Bates, 1861) (Coleoptera, Lamiidae)
Authors: Lane Frederico
Published: April 2024

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Chave para os gêneros neotropicais de Tabânidas (Diptera, Tabanidae)
Authors: Barretto Mauro Pereira
Published: April 2024

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Ibidionini (Coleoptera, Cerambycidae). VIII. Sôbre duas espécies do gênero Cycnidolon Thomson
Authors: Martins Ubirajara R.
Published: April 2024

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Ibidionini (Coleoptera, Cerambycidae). X. Novas espécies do gênero Ibidion Serville
Authors: Martins Ubirajara R.
Published: April 2024

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Redescrição de Scolecosaurus trinitatis (Sauria, Teiidae)
Authors: Vanzolini P. E.
Published: April 2024

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Ibidionini (Coleoptera, Cerambycinae). XVI. Gêneros com antenas de doze artículos
Authors: Martins Ubirajara R.
Published: April 2024

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Bachia: espécies brasileiras e conceito genérico (Sauria, Teiidae)
Authors: Vanzolini P. E.
Published: April 2024

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Subfamílias e gêneros neotropicais da família Psychodidae Big., 1854 (Diptera)
Authors: Barretto Mauro Pereira
Published: April 2024

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Notas bionômicas sôbre Dracaena guianensis no Pará (Sauria, Teiidae)
Authors: Vanzolini P. E.
Published: April 2024

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On Ophiognomon trisanale and abendrothii (Sauria, Teiidae)
Authors: Vanzolini P. E.
Published: April 2024

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Dois novos Aerenicini da região neotrópica (Col., Cerambycidae)
Authors: Seabra C. A. Campos
Published: April 2024

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Ibidionini (Coleoptera, Cerambycinae). XV. Novas espécies, notas sinonímicas, redescrições
Authors: Martins Ubirajara R.
Published: April 2024

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Contribuição para o conhecimento do ciclo evolutivo de Tetrameres confusa Trav., 1917 (Nematoda: Spiruroidea)
Authors: Zago Filho H. , Barretto M. Pereira
Published: April 2024

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Alguns parasitos do intestino de coleópteros da família Passalidae
Authors: Kloss G. R.
Published: April 2024

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Estudo morfológico de Acanthops falcataria (Goeze, 1778) (Mantodea, Acanthopidae)
Authors: Heitzmann Therezinha J.
Published: April 2024

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Zur kenntnis der neotropischen borkenkaefer-fauna (Col. Scolytidae)
Authors: Nunberg Marian
Published: April 2024

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