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Effectiveness Analysis of IELTS and HSK Test Based on SVM in the Development of English Writing Ability
Authors: Li Yan
Published: July 2024

As China develops and grows, there are an increasing number of Chinese language learners worldwide, and Chinese learners are becoming more and more interested in the Chinese Proficiency Test (HSK). The Chinese Proficiency Test (HSK) is also continuously evolving and improving. After more than 20 years of development, it has gradually been recognized by Chinese language learners at home and abroad. However, due to the short launch time, the existence of deficiencies is inevitable. But the IELTS exam was introduced in China in 1987 and has since amassed a wealth of knowledge and practice. Its framework is similar to HSK, so it can be used for HSK propositions and tests. One of the most challenging aspects of teaching Chinese is writing which involves the writing of Chinese characters, most Chinese learners have difficulty in writing. This paper mainly compares the test design and content in the writing part between HSK and IELTS, analyzes the effectiveness of the writing part of HSK, and puts forward some reference suggestions for the future writing test proposition and implementation of HSK.
Research on Security Detection of Embedded Terminals in Power Grids Under Artificial Intelligence
Authors: Gu Yaqi , Ma Yan
Published: July 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) has an important significance in the construction of smart grids. There is a problem of low accuracy of behavior detection due to a large number of attacks and long data fragments in the power grid data. In this paper, a behavior detection method based on a generative adversarial network (GAN) is proposed. The method focuses on optimizing the learning strategies of the generator and discriminator based on a GAN. In this regard, the loss function is converged by maximizing the root mean square error of the attack in the discriminator, and the linear activation function is used as the modulation function before the output in the generator. Therefore, the improved GAN can utilize the data enhancement features in the original mode and ensure the stability of attack behavior recognition, and then, effectively detect the attack information in the grid. The experimental results show that the method in this paper can accurately and effectively monitor abnormal attack behavior in the embedded terminals of the smart grid, and its effective detection rate is 97.6%.
Construction and Innovative Exploration of Personalized Learning Systems in the Context of Educational Data Mining
Authors: Ji Xingle , Sun Lu , Xu Xueyong , Lei Xiaobing
Published: July 2024

This study examines the current research on educational data mining, educational learning support services, personalized learning services, and personalized learning paths in education. The authors aim to integrate personalized learning concepts into traditional support services by drawing on the latest theoretical and practical research. Using multimodal data fusion techniques, the study conduct exploratory analyses on various data types, including learner academic performance, psychological assessments, learning behavior, and physiological information. This leads to the construction of a personalized education learning support service model. The model focuses on objectives such as monitoring learning behavior, identifying preferences, recognizing abilities, optimizing paths, and recommending resources. The goal is to provide learners with sustained support services throughout the personalized learning process, addressing individual needs, fostering enthusiasm, and maintaining long-term motivation.
A Fine-Grained Sentiment Analysis Method Using Transformer for Weibo Comment Text
Authors: Xue Piao , Bai Wei
Published: July 2024

Many existing fine-grained sentiment analysis (FGSA) methods have problems such as easy loss of fine-grained information, difficulty in solving polysemy and imbalanced sample categories. Therefore, a Transformer based FGSA method for Weibo comment text is proposed. Firstly, the RoBERTa model with knowledge augmentation was used to dynamically encode the text so as to solving the polysemy issue. Then, BiLSTM is used to effectively capture bidirectional global semantic dependency features. Next, Transformer is used to fuse multi-dimensional features and adaptively strengthen key features to overcome the problem of fine-grained information loss. Finally, an improved Focal Loss function is utilized for training to solve the issue of imbalanced sample categories. As demonstrated by the experimental outcomes on the SMP2020-EWECT, NLPCC 2013 Task 2, NLPCC 2014 Task 1, and weibo_senti_100k datasets, the suggested method outperforms the alternatives for advanced comparison methods.
Innovation Synergy
Authors: Sindakis Stavros , Showkat Saloome
Published: July 2024

Amid the dynamic landscape of modern business, this research unveils the interplay between innovation and strategic management as a linchpin for organizational growth. By intertwining theory and empirical exploration, we explore how innovation's fusion with strategic management can create transformative trajectories. Through a qualitative case study approach and tools like NVivo, we dissect how technological and administrative innovation navigates the intricate web of grid management, offering insights that extend beyond academia. The implications underscore innovation's role as a strategic cornerstone, reshaping paradigms for enduring prosperity while fostering a culture of continuous human capacity development. This study propels a shift in conceptualizing and implementing innovation, offering a compass for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers.
Multimedia Human-Computer Interaction Technology in Preschool Education
Authors: Yao Hang
Published: July 2024

With the increasing of computing and network technology, there has been a rise in children's educational and entertainment software. However, these software applications depend on mouse and keyboard input, which may be tedious and challenging for children. Moreover, these applications fail to capture the interaction between users and computers. This study proposes design principles for children's human-computer interaction based on children's cognitive, psychological, and physiological attributes, and outlines a framework accordingly. The framework integrates natural human-computer interaction technologies, such as physical operation interface, gesture interaction, low-level semantics-based human-computer interaction, and high-level semantics-based human-computer interaction, with the aim of facilitating seamless and intuitive interaction between children and computers. Finally, the results demonstrating the feasibility and effectiveness of the proposed human-computer interaction technology as a child-centered virtual reality application tool.
Adoption of Mobile Health Applications for Diabetes Management From a Push–Pull–Mooring Perspective
Authors: Zhu Jingrong , Gu Meng , Li Jinlin , Cui Yi
Published: July 2024

Diabetes management applications enable diabetes self-management in a more convenient and cost-effective manner. This study develops a push–pull–mooring model in order to understand patient-switching intentions to the conventional offline and the novel mobile diabetes management. Data collected from 412 adult patients with diabetes in China are analyzed to test the proposed hypotheses. The results show that push effects and pull effects have significantly positive effects on switching intention. Mooring effects negatively affect switching behavior. Meanwhile, the moderating effects of all three mooring factors (switching cost, offline habit, and private risk) on the relationship between both push-switching intentions and pull-switching intentions are also detected. These findings contribute to a deeper understanding of patient switching intentions towards diabetes management applications and, accordingly, can help marketers, healthcare providers, and health policymakers develop and appropriate their future marketing and administrative strategies.
Diabetic Striatopathy in Pediatric Patient: A Case Report on a Reversible and Acquired Movement Disorder
Authors: Palisoc Maela P. , Navarro Annfel Jave S. , Jamora Roland Dominic G.
Published: July 2024

Purpose:

To present a rare case of diabetic striatopathy (DS) in a child with type 1 diabetes mellitus (DM) with reversible unilateral hemichorea-hemiballismus.

Case Report:

We report a case of an adolescent girl with uncontrolled type 1 DM who presented with hemichorea-hemiballismus of the right extremities. Cranial magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) showed hyperintense signals on bilateral basal ganglia. There was improvement in hemichorea- hemiballismus as blood glucose levels normalized.

Conclusion:

A high index of suspicion is required to make a diagnosis of DS in children presenting with abnormal movement disorder and characteristic neuroimaging findings in a background of uncontrolled DM.
Fulminant Vaccine-Induced Immune Thrombotic Thrombocytopenia after ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 (AZD1222) Vaccine Administration in a Woman with Obesity: A Case Report
Authors: Chou Yian-Lin , Ling Wei-Sheng , Chiou Yih-Hwa
Published: July 2024

Vaccine-induced immune thrombotic thrombocytopenia (VITT), also known as thrombosis with thrombocytopenia syndrome, is a rare complication of ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 (AZD1222) vaccine administration. The overall incidence of VITT worldwide is one case per 100 000 exposures. Because of the high mortality rate from VITT, thorough monitoring is crucial to predict the risk of occurrence. The underlying risk factors for VITT are not fully understood. Potential risk factors include sex (female) and young age (<50 years), but further research must be conducted to confirm these assumptions. We report the case of a woman with obesity, which is a risk factor for deep vein thrombosis in the legs and for pulmonary embolism, who experienced fulminant VITT after AZD1222 vaccine administration.
Clinico-Radiological Profile and Outcome of Isolated Paramedian Hemipontine Infarcts
Authors: Basu Eilene , Javali Mahendra , Haskar Krishna , Gogineni Sujana , Pradeep R , Mehta Anish , Acharya P T
Published: July 2024

Objective:

To study the clinico- radiological profile and outcome of isolated paramedian hemipontine infarcts.

Materials and Methods:

This is a prospective cross- sectional study. 50 consecutive patients admitted between January 2019 and December 2020 with a diagnosis of isolated paramedian hemipontine stroke were included. The locations of the infarcts were classified as follows- caudal; middle; rostral; dorsomedian; caudal and middle; and middle and rostral pons. The clinico- radiological profiles were studied and the outcomes were assessed using NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale) and mRS (modified Rankin score). Data was analysed using SPSS 22 version software. Paired t-test was used as a test of significance to identify the mean differences between the two quantitative variables.

Results:

Majority of the subjects were 51- 60 years (34%). The most common risk factors were hypertension and type 2 diabetes mellitus. The most common clinical features were hemiparesis and speech disturbances. Pure motor hemiparesis (PMH) is the common syndrome seen in paramedian hemipontine strokes with infarcts located in caudal; middle; caudal and middle; and middle and rostral pons. In ataxic hemiparesis, infarcts were located in dorsomedian pons. In dysarthria clumsy hand syndrome, infarcts were located at rostral pons. 44% of the subjects had left vertebral artery abnormality. There was a statistically significant difference in the mean NIHSS and mRS when compared at admission/ discharge and at 3 months.

Conclusion:

Isolated paramedian hemipontine stroke syndromes have good topographical correlation with patients usually having a good functional outcome at the end of three months.
Cytotoxic Lesion of Corpus Callosum after COVID-19 Vaccination: Case Report
Authors: Chang Wan-Ling , Cheng Chu-Fang , Lin Shinn-Kuang
Published: July 2024

Purpose:

Cytotoxic lesions of corpus callosum (CLOCCs) are associated with many disease entities. Serious neurological complications after coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination are rare.

Case report:

A 20-year-old man presented with severe headache for 2 days. He had received the first dose of ChAdOx1nCoV-19 COVID-19 vaccine 5 days ago. Persistent dull headache occurred on the third day after vaccination and intensified gradually to awaken him from sleep at night. No neck stiffness was observed. Brain magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) 9 days after vaccination revealed an oval-shaped diffusion-weighted restriction lesion at the splenium of corpus callosum with a mildly high signal intensity on T2-weighted images (T2WI) and low signal intensity on apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC) imaging but without enhancement after contrast injection. A COVID-19 polymerase chain reaction test was negative. A blood test revealed slight leukocytopenia, thrombocytopenia, and hyponatremia. Further autoimmune and hematological studies were normal. A cerebrospinal fluid study revealed normal intracranial pressure. The patient’s headache improved gradually. Follow-up brain MRA 5 weeks after vaccination revealed complete disappearance of the diffusion-weighted restriction lesion of the splenium.

Conclusion:

CLOCCs are rare transient adverse effect of COVID-19 vaccination possibly related to a cytokine storm. The splenic lesion might disappear spontaneously with a good prognosis.
Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma of the Central Nervous System with N-Methyl-D-Aspartate Receptor Antibody Positivity - A Case Report
Authors: Tunc Handenur , Camkiran Elifsu , Gemici Aylin , Irmak Secil , Ismayilzade Humay , Aliyev Rustam , Bozkurt Suheyla , Midi Ipek
Published: July 2024

Purpose:

Anti-N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor (NMDAR) encephalitis, among the paraneoplastic syndromes, is a recently characterized autoimmune encephalitis most commonly associated with antibodies against subunits of the NMDAR in the central nervous system. As a paraneoplastic syndrome, anti-NMDAR encephalitis is commonly associated with ovarian teratomas, small cell lung carcinomas and testicular germ cell tumors. To our knowledge, there have been no cases with primary central nervous system lymphoma (PCNSL), a rare type of extranodal non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, without lymph node involvement associated with anti-NMDAR encephalitis.

Case Report:

A 58-year-old right-handed male patient with complaints of instability in walking for two months, progressively smaller handwriting, hallucinations when falling asleep or waking up, decreased memory, inability to maintain attention was admitted to our hospital for further diagnosis and treatment. Lumbar puncture was performed with the diagnosis of possible encephalitis after many further examinations and CSF studies revealed NMDAR antibody positivity, leading to the initial diagnosis of anti - NMDAR encephalitis. He was treated with high dose methylprednisolone and intravenous immunoglobulin. Due to the continuation of the patient’s presenting symptoms and cranial magnetic resonance imaging findings, a stereotactic brain biopsy was performed from the area with contrast enhancement and the diagnosis was revised as PCNSL associated with NMDAR antibody positivity.

Conclusion:

This report emphasizes the importance of anti-NMDAR encephalitis as a paraneoplastic syndrome in previously undiagnosed PCNSL. Therefore, it is crucial to be aware of anti-NMDAR encephalitis as a paraneoplastic neurological syndrome that can present with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. It is necessary to continually observe the evolution of the disease and perform further diagnostic tests for early identification.
Laboratory Errors: Its Impact on Patient’s Result and Disease Management
Authors: Sarma Pratham B. , Baruah Manash Pratim , Pramanik Adrita , Dhakal Soniya , Bhattacharya Bhaskar
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Practicing laboratory medicine is very important, as clinicians' decisions on patients’ treatment strategies are completely dependent on lab reporting with optimum perfection and precise results. The current trend of medical practice demands the essentiality of lab medicine to set the highest quality standards. Quality control methods and quality assessment programs have become the central attention of almost all clinical laboratories. These quality assessment programs mainly deal with different analytical aspects of laboratory testing.
Millard–Gubler Syndrome due to Parenchymal Neuro-Behcet’s Syndrome Lesion: A Rare Case Report
Authors: Tosunoğlu Bünyamin , Çokal Burcu Gökçe , Güneş Hafize Nalan , Yoldaş Tahir Kurtuluş
Published: July 2024

Behcet's disease; it is a vascular-inflammatory chronic recurrent disease that can affect many systems in the body. Millard–Gubler syndrome is one of the brainstem syndromes that occur due to lesions involving the ventral part of the caudal pons. We wanted to present a case of Millard–Gubler syndrome, which developed due to Behçet’s syndrome lesion in the pons ventral region in a patient who presented with limitation of outward gaze on the left, inability to close the left eye completely, inability to completely wrinkle the left side of the forehead, and loss of contralateral muscle strength.
Association of Toll-like Receptor 4 (TLR4) Gene Polymorphism with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in Iranian Patients
Authors: Jahromi Abdolreza Sotoodeh , Erfanian Saiedeh , Jahromi Mohammad Sobhan Safavi , Roustazadeh Abazar
Published: July 2024

Objective:

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic debilitating disease with unknown pathogenesis. Recent studies indicated that pathogen recognition receptors such as toll-like receptor 4 (TLR4) may have a role in the pathogenesis of MS. The aim of the study was to evaluate the association of rs1927911 polymorphism in the TLR4 gene with MS.

Methods:

Four hundred subjects, including 200 MS patients and 200 healthy individuals, were recruited for the study. Patients were included secondary-progressive, primary-progressive, and relapsing-remitting subtypes. Polymerase chain reaction-restriction fragment length polymorphism was performed to identify rs1927911 genotypes in the TLR4 gene.

Results:

The mean age of the healthy and MS groups was 34.22 ± 1.3 and 33.2 ± 0.98, respectively. The frequency of TT, TC, and CC was 29/52, 132/128, and 39/20, respectively, in MS compared to healthy controls. Genotype and allele distributions were significantly different between both the groups (P < 0.05). In addition, TC (odds ratio [OR] = 1.849, 95% confidence interval [CI] = 1.105–3.095, P = 0.019) and CC (OR = 3.497, 95% CI = 1.728–7.076, P = 0.001) genotypes had increased the risk of MS.

Conclusion:

Our findings showed a significant relationship between rs1927911 polymorphism in the TLR4 gene and MS. We concluded that rs1927911 genotype variations may increase the risk of MS. Further studies in other populations are recommended to support our findings.
Comparative evaluation of the clinical and radiographic success of regenerative endodontic procedures in immature versus mature permanent incisors with apical periodontitis: A prospective observational study
Authors: Yadav Taruna , Garg Shalini , Gupta Anil , Joshi Sakshi , Tandon Shourya , Nishima Nishima
Published: July 2024

Aim:

The aim of the study was to know the clinical and radiographic outcomes of regenerative endodontic procedures of immature versus mature in young permanent incisors with apical periodontitis.

Methods:

Twenty non-vital, young permanent incisors with traumatic exposure between the age of 7 and 13 years were taken. Patients were divided into two groups: Group I – immature (number of teeth included = 10) and Group II – mature (number of teeth included = 10). The procedure was performed by the blood clot method as a scaffold. Biodentine (about 2–3 mm) was placed as a capping material at the cementoenamel junction. Evaluation was based on the clinical (pain, sinus, tender on percussion, swelling, mobility, intact restoration) and radiographical (Nolla stage, thickening of walls, lamina dura continuity, calcification of pulp chamber and canal, periapical healing, PAI score) parameters.

Results:

All 19 teeth were clinically asymptomatic after the 12-month follow-up. Radiographically, the percentage of continuous root development (in the immature group) was 100% at 12 months (P = 0.000**). Radiography revealed a reduction in the PAI scores at 12 months in the immature and mature groups. None of the treated teeth responded to the cold test after a 12-month follow-up. One patient did not come for intervention in the mature group. All the statistical tests (Chi-square, Mann–Whitney U-test, and Fisher’s exact test) were performed at a 5% significance level.

Conclusion:

Outcomes did not differ significantly between immature and mature groups.
A quasi-experimental study to Effect of Educational Bundle on Pediatric Oncology Nurses’ Knowledge and Attitudes about the Implementation of Atraumatic Care
Authors: Abozed Hend Wageh , Kamel Nesma Ahmed , Aboelela Eman Mahmoud
Published: July 2024

Background

Atraumatic care plays a significant role in reducing the noxious effect of hospitalization on children and their families. Providing atraumatic care should be a basic premise in pediatric nursing care.

Aim

To evaluate the effect of an educational bundle on pediatric oncology nurses’ knowledge and attitudes about the implementation of atraumatic care.

Method

A quasi-experimental research design was used. The study was carried out at the Pediatric Oncology Department at Oncology Center Mansoura University. A convenient sample of 27 nurses was elected. A Structured Interview Questionnaire Sheet consisting of four parts was used for data collection.

Results

Preintervention, 26.0% of the nurses had good total knowledge while postintervention and at follow-up this percentage increased to 77.8 and 70.3%, respectively. Moreover, 44.4% of the studied nurses had an overall supportive attitude preintervention but the percentage improved to 81.5% postintervention and 77.8% at follow-up.

Conclusion

The educational bundle positively affected pediatric oncology nurses’ knowledge and attitude postimplementation with good retention of knowledge and sustained holding supportive attitudes three months later.

Recommendations

Scheduled regular update sessions and refreshment courses are strongly recommended to maintain and further improve the knowledge and attitudes of nurses over a longer period.
Effect of cognitive behavioral therapy on depressive symptoms among patients undergoing hemodialysis
Authors: Mohamed Sherifa R. , Awad Shaimaa , Zaki Safaa M.
Published: July 2024

Background

Hemodialysis (HD) patients are extremely likely to have depression, which is known to have several negative effects and a low quality of life.

Aim

To evaluate the effect of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) on depressive symptoms among patients undergoing HD.

Methods

A quasi-experimental (pre-post-test and follow-up) research design was utilized to carry out this study, A sample of 60 patients with CRF who were receiving HD was chosen as a purposeful sample, study was conducted at The Kidney Dialysis Unit at Minia University Hospital for Urology and Nephrology, Study tools: Tool I: Structured Interview Questionnaire: which was comprised of two portions: Part one: Socio-demographic data sheet: Part two: Medical Data Sheet: Tool II: the Beck Depression Inventory scale.

Results

100% of the studied sample had extreme depression at the pre-CBT comparison to 38.30% had mild mood disturbance and 61.70% of them had borderline clinical depression at post CBT respectively, while 43.20% of the studied patients had a moderate level of depression at follow-up of CBT. There is a statistically significant relation between depression and sex, age as well as marital status respectively. Conclusion Patients receiving HD can enhance their emotional wellbeing by implementing CBT approaches such behavioral activation, and cognitive restructuring.

Recommendations

CBT is a useful strategy for HD patients to reduce their depressive symptoms. Healthcare providers can improve their patients’ mental state and general well-being by applying CBT for routine care provided to these patients.
Mental health and leisure time management of university students
Authors: El Hadad Samar R. , Ramadan Amal A. , Mohamed Nareman A.
Published: July 2024

Background

Leisure time is a period that human beings can freely use to relax, have fun play, and improve themselves in accordance with their tendencies and wishes. Leisure time management is very important in maintaining physical and psychological health as it can enhance mood and relieve depression.

Aim

To assess the relationship between mental health and leisure time management of university students.

Patients and methods

A descriptive correlational research design was utilized. A stratified random sample of 1059 university students was included. The study was conducted at two randomly selected faculties: Faculty of Nursing (practical) and Faculty of Arts (theoretical) in Cairo University.

Tools

Personal characteristics sheet, leisure time activity questionnaire, and the Arabic scale for mental health were utilized.

Results

59.8% of the studied sample engage moderately in leisure time activities, 54.1% always spend their leisure time in using social networking, and 62.7% of the studied sample had moderate positive indicators of mental health. Moreover, there was a significant correlation between leisure time management and mental health in university students.

Conclusion

Leisure time activities have significant effect on mental health of university students. This means that students who make effective use of their leisure time have more positive indicators of mental health.

Recommendations

Raising awareness of university students about useful leisure time activities that enhance their mental health and rationalizing use of social networking
Navigating opioid use in chronic noncancer pain conditions: A case series on pseudoaddiction
Authors: Dhagudu Naveen , Brar Manmeet K. , George Aishwariya B. , Ambekar Atul
Published: July 2024

Opioid prescriptions for chronic non-cancer pain raise concerns of addiction risks. Understanding the nuanced intersection of chronic pain and opioid use is crucial in clinical settings. We present four case studies from two tertiary care hospitals illustrating the phenomenon of “pseudoaddiction” in CNCP referred to addiction specialists for management. Each case involves complex pain presentations like pancreatitis, avascular necrosis, and SLE intertwined with escalating opioid demands. Management involved psychoeducation, CBT, and opioid substitution, resulting in reduced pain and need for opioids. Differentiating between addiction and uncontrolled pain is crucial for tailored management, emphasizing individualized care for improved outcomes.
Comparative Evaluation of Honey Versus Alcohol as a Fixative in Cytological Samples: An Institutional Study
Authors: Priyanka D.V.S. , Das Subhashish , Raju Kalyani , Soman Princy , Chaudhary Nikhil
Published: July 2024

Introduction:

Fixation plays an important role in fixing the cells, making them amenable for evaluation. Ethanol (95%) has been used as a standard cytological fixative. Honey can be introduced as a natural fixative.

Objectives:

1. To study cytomorphological features of smears fixed in 20% unprocessed honey. 2. To study the efficacy of honey as a fixative when compared with ethanol in both hematoxylin and eosin (H and E) stain and Papanicolaou (PAP) stain for cytological samples.

Materials and Methods:

A cross-sectional study was done in the Department of Pathology for 2 months on 100 cytological samples consisting of body fluids (peritoneal and pleural), cervical smears, and FNACs. These smears were fixed separately in 95% ethanol and 20% unprocessed honey for 5 minutes and were stained with both PAP and H and E stain. The cytomorphologies of both the smears were compared based on five parameters, clarity of staining, uniformity of staining, overall morphology, nuclear details, and cytoplasmic details, and the final score was calculated by adding all the scores: Total Score ≤2, poor score; 3–4, good score; 5, excellent score.

Results:

Cervical smears fixed in honey showed similar features to ethanol-fixed smears. Fluid smears fixed in honey and stained with PAP yielded superior results compared to those stained with H and E, as shown by a kappa value of 0.259. However, neither of the smears demonstrated statistical significance. The FNAC samples stained with H and E and PAP exhibited nearly identical results, with a kappa value of 0.688 and 0.647, respectively. FNAC and PAP smears were the next two most successful cytological smear types, with cervical smears exhibiting the best results of the three.

Conclusion:

In honey-fixed smears, we can easily observe all cellular features with clarity. It enhances safety and the working environment in the laboratory. Honey can serve as an effective substitute in situations where resources are limited.
Massively Parallel Evasion Attacks and the Pitfalls of Adversarial Retraining
Authors: Meyers Charles , Löfstedt Tommy , Elmroth Erik
Published: July 2024

Even with widespread adoption of automated anomaly detection in safety-critical areas, both classical and advanced machine learning models are susceptible to first-order evasion attacks that fool models at run-time (e.g. an automated firewall or an anti-virus application). Kernelized support vector machines (KSVMs) are an especially useful model because they combine a complex geometry with low run-time requirements (e.g. when compared to neural networks), acting as a run-time lower bound when compared to contemporary models (e.g. deep neural networks), to provide a cost-efficient way to measure model and attack run-time costs. To properly measure and combat adversaries, we propose a massively parallel projected gradient descent (PGD) evasion attack framework. Through theoretical examinations and experiments carried out using linearly-separable Gaussian normal data, we present (i) a massively parallel naive attack, we show that adversarial retraining is unlikely to be an effective means to combat an attacker even on linearly separable datasets, (ii) a cost effective way of evaluating models defences and attacks, and an extensible code base for doing so, (iii) an inverse relationship between adversarial robustness and benign accuracy, (iv) the lack of a general relationship between attack time and efficacy, and (v) that adversarial retraining increases compute time exponentially while failing to reliably prevent highly-confident false classifications.
Determining the Stigmatizing Attitudes, Beliefs and Actions of Unmarried Women at the Ages of 18-49 Living in Turkey Towards Abortion
Authors: Beydağ Kerime Derya , Alp Dal Nursel
Published: July 2024

Aim: The purpose of this study is to determine the factors that affect the stigmatizing attitudes, beliefs and actions of unmarried women at the ages of 18-49 living in Turkey towards abortion.
Material and Method: This descriptive study was carried out with an online survey between 1 December 2021 and 20 February 2022 with the participation of 1016 unmarried women. The data were collected using a Demographic Information Form and the Stigmatizing Attitudes, Beliefs and Actions Scale.
Results: The mean Stigmatizing Attitudes, Beliefs and Actions Scale score of the participants was found as 29.49 ± 10.428, and statistically significant relationships were determined between the mean scores of the participants and their age, education level, income status, number of siblings, status of being sexually active, place of residence for the longest time, region of residence, belief status, and views about abortion in family and inner circle (p
Hemşirelik Bölümü Klinik Eğitimcisi Tarafından Verilen Sözel Geri Bildirimin Öğrencilerin Algılanan Stres, Akademik ve Klinik Öz Yeterlilik Düzeylerine Etkisi
Authors: İncesu Olga , Şahin Bayındır Gizem
Published: July 2024

Amaç: Bu araştırma, eğitimci tarafından verilen sözel geri bildirimin hemşirelik öğrencilerinin algılanan stres, akademik ve klinik öz yeterlilik düzeylerine etkisini belirlemek amacıyla yürütüldü.
Gereç ve Yöntem: Tek gruplu ön test – son test tasarım tipinde planlanan bu araştırmanın örneklemini Ruh Sağlığı ve Psikiyatri Hemşireliği dersini alan ve klinik uygulamasına katılan 25 üçüncü sınıf öğrencisi oluşturdu. Veriler, Kişisel Bilgi Formu, Hemşirelik Lisans Öğrencilerinde Akademik Öz Yeterlilik Ölçeği, Klinik Performansta Öz Yeterlilik Ölçeği ve Geri Bildirim Formu ile toplandı. Veriler sayı, yüzde, ortalama, standart sapma, minimum, maksimum ve bağımlı örneklem t testi ile değerlendirildi.
Bulgular: Öğrencilerin girişim sonrası Algılanan Stres Ölçeği toplam puan ortalamasının anlamlı derecede azaldığı (p
Experience of application of the virtual course “Injections” in the professional training of students of a medical college
Authors: Strelnikova E.
Published: July 2024

The article describes an experiment on introducing virtual technologies into the process of professional training of students at a medical college in the form of the “Injections” course. The purpose of this course is to master the theoretical foundations and sequence of injection procedures, including hand preparation, preparation for manipulation, its execution and completion, disposal of accessories, as well as intradermal, subcutaneous, intramuscular and intravenous injections. There was an increase in the level of development of professional competencies among students who took part in the experiment relative to the initial level, which indicates an increase in the level of knowledge of students who were trained using a virtual simulator and confirms the feasibility of integrating a virtual environment into the training of nurses as a means of developing professional competencies among medical students college.
An Overview of Design and Optimization of an Industrial Shed With Gantry Girder
Authors: Shahare Lushee , Ruprai Balbir Singh
Published: July 2024

The main focus of this project study is to explore and compare the design and optimization of two types of industrial sheds: Pre-Engineering Building (PEB) with gantry girder work and the traditional truss-type steel shed with a gantry girder. PEB structures stand out for their efficiency and quick assembly due to pre-made components assembled on-site. Including a gantry girder in the design supports cranes for lifting heavy loads. On the other hand, the traditional steel shed design also features a gantry girder for crane support and is a staple in the construction sector. By analyzing these designs using STAAD-Pro software, we evaluate factors like strength, construction time, cost efficiency, and suitability for various industrial needs. Through this comparison, we aim to provide valuable insights for construction professionals to determine the most suitable shed design for their specific requirements, ensuring optimal performance and operational efficiency in industrial settings.
LEGISLACIÓN SOBRE MENORES DE ANDALUCÍA
Authors: FERNÁNDEZ RAMOS SEVERIANO , PÉREZ MONGUIÓ JOSÉ MARÍA
Published: July 2024

En este volumen se ha recogido la normativa andaluza más significativa sobre menores, con el deseo de que el conjunto de disposiciones seleccionado sea útil para los operadores jurídicos a los que está destinado.
LEGISLACIÓN DE PERSONAS MAYORES DE ANDALUCÍA
Authors: FERNÁNDEZ RAMOS SEVERIANO , PÉREZ MONGUIÓ JOSÉ MARÍA
Published: July 2024

En este volumen de la Colección de Legislación propia de Andalucía se han recogido la normativa andaluza más significativa que afecta a las personas mayores, con el deseo de que el conjunto de disposiciones seleccionado sea útil para los operadores jurídicos a los que está destinado. En esta recopilación normativa se entrelazan normas específicas para las personas mayores y normas que inciden sobre los colectivos de personas con discapacidad, con independencia de la edad, y entre las que se incluyen las disposiciones andaluzas en materia de dependencia.
АДАПТАЦИЯ МЛАДШИХ ШКОЛЬНИКОВ С ОСОБЫМИ ОБРАЗОВАТЕЛЬНЫМИ ПОТРЕБНОСТЯМИ В ИНКЛЮЗИВНОЙ ОБРАЗОВАТЕЛЬНОЙ СРЕДЕ
Authors: Panina A. A. ,   Regional State Autonomous Institution of Additional Education «Kamchatka Psychological and Pedagogical Center of the Education System
Published: July 2024

The article is devoted to the issues of adaptation of primary school children with special educational needs in an inclusive educational environment
İNSANSI ROBOTLARDA KAS İSKELET MODELİ YAKLAŞIMI
Authors: İmamoğlu Hikmet , Bağdatlı Süleyman Murat
Published: July 2024

Hareket edebilmek eylemi canlılığın bir sonucudur ve en gelişmiş türü ise 2 ayak üzerinde yürüme eylemidir. Belirli uzuvların kendi hareketlerini periyodik olarak tekrarlamasıyla yürüme eylemi meydana gelir. Bu hareket “adım” olarak adlandırılır. Yürüme hareketi adımların tekrarlanmasıyla oluşur. İnsan gövde yapısal tasarımı farklı yaklaşımlar ile günümüz teknolojisine uyarlamaya çalışılmıştır ancak bu yaklaşımlar esnasında teknolojik açıdan bir fark yaratmak isterken bir takım temel gerçekleri ihmal etmişlerdir. Bu çalışmada, insansı yürüme hareketi adımlama biçiminde parçalara bölünerek hareket kabiliyeti ve denge kabiliyeti olarak 2 ye ayrılmış ve matematiksel olarak incelenmiştir. Hareketi sağlayacak ideal bir fiziksel model tasarım gerçekleştirilmiştir. Yürüme hareketinin incelenmesi sonucu ortaya çıkan matematiksel model örnek hareketlerde uygulanarak analiz edilmiş elde edilen grafiksel sonuçlarla yorumlanmıştır.
Analysis of Flood Disaster Resilience in Kroya District Indonesia Year 2024
Authors: Nugroho Agung ,   Masters in Geography Education, Faculty of Teaching and Education, Sebelas Maret University. Jalan Ir. Sutami 36A Surakarta 57126, Central Java, Indonesia., Nurhadi Nurhadi , Noviani Rita ,   Masters in Geography Education, Faculty of Teaching and Education, Sebelas Maret University. Jalan Ir. Sutami 36A Surakarta 57126, Central Java, Indonesia.,   Masters in Geography Education, Faculty of Teaching and Education, Sebelas Maret University. Jalan Ir. Sutami 36A Surakarta 57126, Central Java, Indonesia.
Published: July 2024

This research was conducted to analyze the level of flood disaster resilience in Kroya District, Cilacap Regency in 2024 at the household level. This writing was designed as a qualitative and quantitative research model with case studies to determine how adaptation efforts function to reduce the level of vulnerability. So it is expected that there will be a difference between current vulnerabilities and future vulnerabilities. This difference is called resilience, which in this study will be explained at the household level. This research used a survey approach to obtain data from the people of Bunju Village and Mujur Village in Kroya District, Cilacap Regency. The results of the research show that the average resilience level results of Buntu Village and Mujur Village are categorized as high resilience, Buntu Village with a resilience level value of 0.695 (research value conversion) and Mujur Village with a resilience level value of 0.721 (research value conversion). So it can be concluded that the people of these two areas are ready to face the danger of a flood disaster if it occurs.
VULNERABILIDADES DO POLICIAMENTO AQUÁTICO BRASILEIRO: análise descritiva de 1983 até 2000
Authors: Costa Mannom , Sandoval Góes Guilherme
Published: July 2024

O presente artigo pretende examinar as dificuldades de coordenação do policiamento aquático brasileiro no período compreendido entre os anos de 1983 e 2000. Tal recorte temporal abarca os estertores do Regime Militar com o projeto-lei para criação da Guarda Costeira e Fluvial até o ano de 2000, ocasião em que foi criada a primeira vertente de policiamento municipal: a Guarda Costeira no estado de São Paulo. Assim, o objetivo geral do presente trabalho é analisar os desafios e as vulnerabilidades do policiamento aquático brasileiro exercido por diferentes agentes estatais. Para tanto, é importante analisar o perfil histórico do policiamento nas águas jurisdicionais brasileiras com o fito de melhor compreender as implicações da expansão de soberania marítima dos estados nacionais, notadamente, a partir de 1990, com a internalização da Convenção das Nações Unidas sobre o Direito do Mar, celebrada em Montego Bay.
Possibilities of vitamin-mineral complexes in adjuvant therapy of comorbid patients with periodontal diseases, diabetes and other systemic diseases of the body
Authors: Trukhan Dmitry I. ,   Omsk State Medical University, Omsk, Russia, Sulimov Anatoly F. , Trukhan Larisa Yu. ,   Omsk State Medical University, Omsk, Russia,   Omsk State Medical University, Omsk, Russia
Published: July 2024

Periodontitis is a disease of the dental system, characterized by the development of an acute or chronic inflammatory process, destruction of periodontal tissue and atrophy of the bone tissue of the alveoli. Periodontitis is the sixth most common disease in the world and the leading cause of tooth loss in adults. The attention of internists to the problem of periodontitis and periodontal diseases is associated with the concept of “periodontal medicine,” which was formed at the beginning of the 21st century, and considers the bidirectional connection of periodontal pathology with systemic diseases of the body. Nutritional status is now widely recognized as a possible contributing factor in the development of many inflammatory conditions such as periodontal disease. We searched for publications devoted to the study of the influence of microelements selenium, zinc, vitamins A, E, C on the physiology and pathology of periodontal disease. The search was carried out in the PubMed and Scopus information databases; sources up to March 31, 2024 were included. The data presented in the review indicate a deficiency of the microelements selenium, zinc and vitamins A, C, E in periodontitis and suggest the advisability of their correction as part of the adjuvant therapy of periodontal diseases. A number of studies reviewed noted that increased levels of microelements and vitamins lead to clinical improvement in periodontal health. The most pronounced deficiency of microelements and vitamins is observed in patients with periodontitis in the presence of concomitant diabetes mellitus.
The Dauntless Don: How C. S. Lewis Became a Public Intellectual, 1938-1944
Authors: Michelson Paul E.
Published: July 2024

The paper argues that part of C. S. Lewis’s perennial success owes to his persona as a Public Intellectual. It is therefore useful and instructive to trace the steps in the evolution that led him from literary historian and Oxford professor to Public Intellectual, a process that took place between 1938 and 1944 during the dire days of World War II.
Relevance of Students’ Evaluation of Teacher Characteristics for Quality Teaching at Mountains of the Moon University.
Authors: Katende David , Namutebi Edith
Published: July 2024

The study sought to assess the impact of students’ evaluation of the interpersonal characteristics of teachers for quality assurance in the teaching process at Mountains of the Moon University (MMU). The teacher characteristics basically studied in this paper include, teachers being highly interactive, respecting diverse students’ talents, and communicating high expectations. This study employed a case study of Mountains of the Moon University with 170 undergraduate students in both second and third years and 13 postgraduate students at least in their second semester of study as the sample size. E-questionnaires using the Kobo toolbox were employed together with a documentary review. Analysis was conducted by the use of statistical packages for social science research (SPSS) and document analysis. Findings revealed that; teacher characteristics are key attributes for quality teaching. The study concluded that Attributes of teacher characteristics are unavoidable in the conception of quality teaching for Students’ Evaluation of Teaching in Higher Education Institutions. Therefore, regulatory bodies should benchmark with the findings in this study as a basis for building candid evaluation of teaching guidelines for Higher Education Institutions.
Detection of alpha-amanitin encoding gene utilizing real-time PCR technique
Authors: Le Vinh Hoa , Pham Van Quan , Le Thanh Long , Pham Thi Loan , Nguyen Thi Thanh Huyen ,   National Institute for Food Control, Hanoi, Vietnam,   National Institute for Food Control, Hanoi, Vietnam,   National Institute for Food Control, Hanoi, Vietnam,   National Institute for Food Control, Hanoi, Vietnam,   National Institute for Food Control, Hanoi, Vietnam
Published: July 2024

Given the limited taxonomy of toxic fungi as well as the large number of mushroom species, identification of mycotoxins in mushroom samples can accelerate information gathering and progress, while increasing Enhanced testing accuracy of testing. In that situation, it is necessary to research methods to identify toxin-carrying genes in mushrooms, to help monitor and classify poisonous mushrooms, disseminate and increase people's awareness of food safety. done faster and more accurately. The research team succeeded in developing a real-time PCR method to detect the toxin alpha-amanitin gene on mushrooms with a detection limit of 101 copies/µL. The study has fully verified the correct parameters, 100% accuracy, and specificity.
Simultaneous determination of several forms of phosphate in food by ion exchange chromatography
Authors: Do Thi Hong Thuy , Nguyen Nhu Thuong , Vu Thi Trang , Le Thi Hong Hao , Le Thi Thuy , Le Viet Ngan , Luu Thi Huyen Trang , Cao Cong Khanh , Dinh Viet Chien , Le Thi Phuong Thao , Nguyen Thi Anh Huong ,   University of Science, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, Vietnam; National Institute for Food Control, Hanoi, Vietnam,   National Institute for Food Control, Hanoi, Vietnam,   National Institute for Food Control, Hanoi, Vietnam,   University of Science, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, Vietnam; National Institute for Food Control, Hanoi, Vietnam,   National Institute for Food Control, Hanoi, Vietnam,   National Institute for Food Control, Hanoi, Vietnam,   National Institute for Food Control, Hanoi, Vietnam,   National Institute for Food Control, Hanoi, Vietnam,   National Institute for Food Control, Hanoi, Vietnam,   National Institute for Food Control, Hanoi, Vietnam,   University of Science, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, Vietnam
Published: July 2024

The phosphate group is a group of food additives commonly used for moisturizing, improving the structure, and retaining the color and flavor of products prepared from meat, fish, milk, baked goods, and beverages. A reliable and fast ion exchange chromatography method developed for the simultaneous determination of several forms of phosphate (orthophosphoric acid; pyrophosphate, triphosphate, and hexametaphosphate) in food. Samples were extracted with deionized water at a temperature of 25 ± 5oC for 30 minutes. The extracts were determined by ion exchange chromatography under the conditions: Dionex IonPacTM AS11 column (4 x 250 mm, 9 µm) and Dionex IonPaxTM AG11 column (4 x 50 mm, 9 µm) with the gradient program of KOH concentration from 20 mM to 80 mM. The flow rate is 1 mL/min. The method has good specificity, the calibration curves of the four substances have correlation coefficient values R2 > 0.9999, repeatability and recovery meet the requirements of AOAC. The detection limits (LOD) and quantification limit (LOQ) of each substance in the phosphate group are 12 mg/kg and 40 mg/kg, respectively. The method was applied to simultaneously determine several forms of phosphate in 50 food samples: 15/50 samples detected pyrophosphate, 2/50 samples detected triphosphate, 18/50 samples detected hexametaphosphate and 44/50 samples detected ortho-phosphoric acid, 6/50 samples not detected any form of phosphate. The concentration of phosphate group in detected samples varied from 67.9 mg/kg to 2499 mg/kg.