bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
NÍVEIS DE CONHECIMENTO DE PACIENTES HIPERTENSOS SOBRE DIAGNÓSTICO, TRATAMENTO E AUTOCUIDADO
Authors: Marques Arthur de França , Pragana Dhiana de Sousa Dantas , Lima Flávio Augusto Rocha de , Rocha Paula Gabriela Barbosa da Silva , Araújo Dominik Castro de , Andrade Lays de , Oliveira Matheus de , Salazar Letícia Fonseca , Salazar Isabela Fonseca , Vaz Gabrielle Dantas Soares Galindo , Santos Júlio Flávio Conrado
Published: July 2024

Este artigo tem por objetivo investigar na literatura nacional e internacional as evidências acerca do nível de conhecimento de paciente hipertensos sobre diagnóstico, tratamento e ações de autocuidado. Trata-se de uma revisão integrativa da literatura, baseada em seis etapas. Buscou-se artigos BVS, na qual se tem acesso a bases como MEDLINE, LILACS e IBECS. Utilizou-se descritores: Systemic Arterial Hypertension, self care e knowledge, sendo estes combinados entre si. Os critérios de inclusão: artigos publicados nos últimos cinco anos (2019 a 2024); línguas portuguesa, inglesa, e/ou espanhola, indivíduos adultos e idosos portadores de HAS. Foram encontrados 230 estudos científicos, e após a seleção e filtragem, foram escolhidos 6 artigos para o estudo. Conclui-se que o nível de conhecimento dos pacientes sobre hipertensão é mediano, evidenciando a necessidade de ações em saúde que promovam uma maior oferta de informações ao paciente afim de obter o controle sobre diagnóstico e tratamento.
ABORDAGENS CIRÚRGICAS MINIMAMENTE INVASIVAS PARA O TRATAMENTO DE ANEURISMAS CEREBRAIS: COMPARAÇÃO DE TÉCNICAS E RESULTADOS
Authors: Antoniolli Cleber Augusto Pessoa , Salvi Larissa Maria , Salvi Carlos Henrique , Santos Samyra Fernanda Santos , Pereira Juliana Cardoso , Sá Sinara Rodrigues de , Diniz Paulo Sérgio Machado , Souza Lays Fernanda de , Guerra Ângelo Vinícius de Souza , Vaz Sarah Borges , Gerbase Jaqueline Maria Lima , Nieto Walter Rocha Passos
Published: July 2024

Os aneurismas cerebrais representam uma condição médica grave que pode levar a complicações severas e até fatais se não forem tratados adequadamente. Nos últimos anos, as abordagens cirúrgicas, sendo elas a embolização endovascular e o clipping neurocirúrgico assistido por endoscopia, tem emergido como alternativas eficazes aos métodos tradicionais. Estas técnicas oferecem a promessa de menos trauma cirúrgico, recuperação mais rápida e melhores resultados para o paciente. Objetivo: Comparar as técnicas minimamente invasivas de embolização endovascular e clipping neurocirúrgico assistido por endoscopia no tratamento de aneurismas cerebrais, avaliado suas eficácias, vantagens, desvantagens e resultados clínicos. Metodologia: A pesquisa foi conduzida por meio de acesso online às bases de dados Documentação em Ciências da Saúde da América Latina e do Caribe (LILACS), Centro de Informação em Ciências da Saúde da América Latina e do Caribe (Bireme), Scientific Electronic Library Online (SCIELO) e Biblioteca Virtual em Saúde (BVS) durante o mês de julho de 2024. Resultados e Discussão: A comparação entre as técnicas cirúrgicas para o tratamento de aneurismas, revela a diferença significativas em termos de eficácia. A embolização mostrou-se altamente eficaz com uma taxa de sucesso de 90%, pacientes submetidos a essa técnica apresentaram menor tempo de recuperação a menores taxas de complicações pós-operatórias em comparação com o clipping. No entanto, cada técnica apresenta suas limitações. A embolização endovascular pode não ser adequada para todos os tipos de aneurismas, e há riscos de recanalização ao longo do tempo. Considerações Finais:  A escolha da abordagem mais adequada deve-se considerar a especificidade dos aneurismas e a condição do paciente. Ambas as técnicas têm mostrado resultados promissores, contribuindo para uma recuperação mais rápida e menor riscos de complicações, destacando a importância de uma abordagem personalizada no tratamento de aneurismas cerebrais.
OCORRÊNCIA DE DOR CRÔNICA NA COLUNA ENTRE ADULTOS NO BRASIL
Authors: Souza Alex Moreira , Oliveira Ana Carolina Santos de , Molina Beatriz Colombo , Almeida Brunna Silva , Ormond Carolina Helena Simas , Bueno Fernanda Santos , Machado Gabriella Franciscon , Lençone Gustavo , Souza Luana Amanda Antunes de , Junior Marcio da Silva Lara , Almeida Maria Eduarda Ferreira de , Galli Renato Malavazi
Published: July 2024

A prevalência de dor crônica na coluna foi maior entre as mulheres, com maior idade, auto percepção de saúde ruim, baixa escolaridade e obesidade. Os achados desses fatores contribuem para o estabelecimento de medidas de prevenção e aperfeiçoamento do atendimento das equipes multiprofissionais de saúde.
Lúpus Eritematoso Sistêmico e Nefrite Lúpica: Diagnóstico, Manejo e Avanços Terapêuticos
Authors: Meneses dos santos Leticia , Tavares Mariano Maria Eduarda , Gaburro Tozzi Monique , Fontana Gomes Catarina , Porcari Dutra Gaspar Rosa Anita , Moreira Peterle Laysa , Rosalino Leoni Davi , Zanette Macedo Maria Eduarda , Rocha de Castro Ana Karolline , Rodrigues Santos Wedja Kauany
Published: July 2024

O Lúpus Eritematoso Sistêmico (LES) é uma doença autoimune inflamatória, com interação anormal entre a imunidade inata e adaptativa. Este estudo se trata de uma revisão integrativa feita de junho a julho de 2024, baseando-se em 10 artigos encontrados no PubMed, nos últimos 10 anos. Essa condição pode se manifestar em diversos sistemas de órgãos do corpo, podendo resultar em complicações fatais envolvendo órgãos e tecidos vitais. O envolvimento renal é comum entre pacientes portadores de LES, sendo a presença da nefrite lúpica (NL) sua manifestação clínica mais evidente, com um difícil diagnóstico tanto no LES quanto na NL. O LES está associado a vários auto anticorpos que atacam antígenos nucleares, causando danos durante o curso da doença. A NL afeta grande parte dos pacientes com LES, caracterizada por complexas lesões renais inflamatórias, que devido ao acesso limitado aos cuidados de saúde pode acarretar no agravamento da progressão da doença, evoluindo para doença renal em estágio terminal (DRT). A NL apresenta um desafio diagnóstico mais complexo que o LES, devido a possibilidade dos pacientes serem assintomáticos nos estágios iniciais da doença, momento em que o tratamento seria ideal. A biópsia renal é o padrão atual para diagnóstico, sendo usada de forma repetida para investigar a evolução da NL. Porém, existe também o rastreamento da doença através de biomarcadores, que desempenham um papel importante na análise da atividade da doença e na resposta às intervenções terapêuticas. Outro mecanismo de diagnóstico da NL é o exame de urina, investigando os níveis de creatinina e proteinúria. Para um tratamento eficaz é de extrema necessidade o diagnóstico prévio da doença, prevendo um bom prognóstico renal a longo prazo se houver resposta precoce.
ABORDAGENS ATUAIS NA PREVENÇÃO E MANEJO DA RETINOPATIA DIABÉTICA: UMA REVISÃO INTEGRATIVA
Authors: Luiz Neves Silveira Filho  , Garcia Velloso Carolina , Lucas Mateus Both  , Emilly Louise Rodrigues Oliveira  , Gustavo Rodrigues de Oliveira  , Elvis Lucas Rabelo Shintay Chan  , Thuany Cristhiny Martins Silva  , Hope Boaventura do Couto Ferreira
Published: July 2024

Introdução: A retinopatia diabética é uma consequência microvascular grave da diabetes mellitus, tanto tipo 1 quanto tipo 2, a qual é considerada a principal causa de cegueira na população em idade reprodutiva. Metodologia: O presente estudo trata-se de uma revisão integrativa da literatura a respeito das abordagens atuais sobre a prevenção e tratamento da retinopatia diabética. Para definir a pergunta norteadora foi utilizada a estratégia PICo. Foram utilizadas bases de dados como Pubmed e Medline. Não foram utilizados filtros de buscas como idiomas ou tipo de estudo, somente ano de 2009 até 2024. Resultados e Discussão: A retinopatia diabética pode gerar perda visual importante e até cegueira, tornando-se importante a prevenção dessa doença. Deve-se tratar/prevenir os fatores de risco como glicemia em jejum, colesterol total sérico, hipertensão arterial, entre outros. Como tratamento, o mais indicado é a fotocoagulação com laser de argônio e injeções intravítreas de anti-VEGF. Conclusão: A retinopatia diabética (RD) é considerada uma consequência microvascular grave da diabetes mellitus. Estudos indicam que aproximadamente 15% dos pacientes diabéticos apresentam algum grau de retinopatia diabética já estabelecida. O desenvolvimento da RD está relacionada com a gravidade da hiperglicemia e a presença ou ausência de hipertensão arterial.
FATORES DE RISCO PARA O TROMBOEMBOLISMO PULMONAR
Authors: Alves De Andrade Silva Victor Hugo , Santos Nascimento Carlos Gustavo , De Oliveira Ana Luísa , Bezerra Fernandes Maria Beatriz , Yasmin El Hage Taktak  , Dos Reis Viana Naiara Pereira , Vasconcelos Roseline Silva , De Moura Gonçalves Ana Karollina , Do Couto Ferreira Hope Boaventura , Reinaldo dos Santos Maria Fernanda
Published: July 2024

O tromboembolismo venoso (TEV), inclui o tromboembolismo pulmonar (TEP) e a trombose venosa profunda (TVP). A TEP é a terceira causa mais grave de doença cardiovascular. A mortalidade pode chegar a até 65%. Ela é uma complicação grave de algumas doenças, como a trombose venosa profunda, cardiopatia, politraumas e pós-operatório. A varios fatores de risco para o desenvolvimento dessa complicação, incluindo, por exemplo, idade, sexo, etnia, obesidade, uso de anticoncepcionais, terapia hormonal, cancer, traumas e imbilização. O objetivo do trabalho é analisar os fatores de risco para o desenvolvimento do tromboembolismo pulmonar. Trata-se de uma revisão narrativa dos últimos 5 anos, do período de 2019 a 2024, utilizando a base de dados da Literatura Latino-Americana e do Caribe em Ciências da Saúde (LILACS) com os descritores: "embolia" "pulmonar" "fatores de risco". Evidenciou-se um aumento do risco dessa condição em pacientes com idade avançada. Em pacientes com neoplasia se nota um aumento de até 4 vezes maior. A imobilização por um período superior a 3 dias aumenta em até 10 vezes a chance de formação de trombo. Pacientes hospitalizados tem um aumento também dessas chances. Pacientes com infecção aguda ou que são submetidos a cirurgias têm um risco aumentado para essa complicação também. Nesse sentido, evidencia-se uma variedade de fatores de risco que aumentam as chances de desenvolver essa complicação, sendo importante a identificação dessas condições para um possível tratamento preventivo.
Lesiones físicas por violencia interpersonal en adultos de Colcapirhua.
Authors: Ledezma Hinojosa María Guadalupe , Orellana Lovera Verónica Belén , Cabrera Quinteros Lorena Jhisleidy
Published: July 2024

Introducción: La violencia interpersonal es un problema de salud pública con severas consecuencias físicas y psicológicas. Los estudios en América del Sur revelan una variedad de lesiones físicas, como contusiones y fracturas, con disparidades según el sexo. Este estudio investiga la relación entre el sexo y las lesiones en adultos de Colcapirhua, Cochabamba, para mejorar estrategias de intervención. Metodología: Este estudio cuantitativo y transversal investigó la relación entre el sexo y las lesiones físicas por violencia interpersonal en adultos de Colcapirhua durante el primer trimestre de 2024. Con 226 participantes, se recopilaron datos mediante cuestionarios confidenciales y se analizaron con SPSS. Se usaron pruebas de Chi-cuadrado para evaluar significancia estadística (p < 0.05). Resultados: En el estudio participaron 226 personas de 18 a 65 años, con un 27 % hombres y un 73 % mujeres. El 35 % sufrió lesiones por violencia interpersonal, con contusiones (75 %) siendo las más comunes. El 73 % no buscó atención médica. No hubo una relación significativa entre sexo y lesiones físicas (p=0.18). Discusión: El estudio evaluó a 226 personas de 18 a 65 años para investigar la relación entre el sexo y las lesiones físicas por violencia interpersonal. El 35 % sufrió lesiones, principalmente contusiones. El 73 % no buscó atención médica. No se encontró una relación significativa entre sexo y lesiones (p=0.18), resaltando la necesidad de estrategias de intervención.
SUSTAINABILITY AND RESERVES OF THE ECOLOGICAL SYSTEM
Authors: Enaev Ruslan Sh. ,   Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Education “State University of Land Management”
Published: July 2024

Addressing global environmental challenges such as climate change, natural resource depletion and pollution requires effective international cooperation and a coordinated policy framework. Over the past decades, many important international treaties and agreements have been developed and adopted to address these challenges. Assessing and maintaining environmental sustainability plays a key role in developing and implementing effective conservation strategies. The article discusses issues related to the essence of sustainability of the ecological system. Emphasis is placed on the systematization and characteristics of its reserves (taking into account existing calculation methods).
DEVELOPMENT OF INNOVATIVE ABILITIES OF STUDENTS OF HIGHER EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS
Authors: Grigorieva Irina V. ,   Kazan State Energy University, Zulkarnayeva Petimat L. , Aliyeva Madina A. ,   Grozny State Petroleum Technical University named after acad. Millionshchikov,   Chechen State University named after A. A. Kadyrov
Published: July 2024

At present, education reform is constantly deepening, and quality education has taken root in people’s hearts. Creative spirit and the ability to innovate are the basis of the quality of talent. Therefore, innovation must be the focus of quality education. The development of creative abilities, cultivating in people a sense of innovation, innovative spirit and innovative abilities is an important aspect of the implementation of quality education, and this is an urgent task for teachers at the present time. Based on this, this article examines the development of students’ innovative awareness and their innovative abilities in the practice of education and teaching.
NEW GENERATION GEOLOCATION SERVICES: DEVELOPMENT OF A SYSTEM OF SMART ALERTS AND SEARCH ROUTES FOR LOST ANIMALS
Authors: Maigova Diana D. ,   Grozny State Petroleum Technical University named after Academician M. D. Millionshchikov, Grozny, Russia, Chushtarov Adam M. ,   Grozny State Petroleum Technical University named after Academician M. D. Millionshchikov, Grozny, Russia
Published: July 2024

The concept of a new generation of geolocation services takes a step towards an effective search for missing animals. In modern society, when traditional methods of searching for missing animals have low efficiency, and the available online services do not function fully, there is an urgent need to develop fundamentally new solutions. The purpose of this article is to present the concept of a new generation of geolocation services that can radically change the approach to finding missing animals and significantly increase the chances of their successful return home. Unlike the existing disparate approaches, the new concept is based on the integrated application of modern technologies. The article discusses the main technologies: GPS tracking, LBS positioning, smart alerts, algorithms for building search routes; the functionality of new-generation geolocation services; describes the advantages and prospects of introducing a new concept; and also considers the development and implementation of new-generation geolocation services.
Book Review – Intelligence Overview: The Watchers and the Watchdog
Authors: Grace Peter
Published: July 2024

Book Review by Dr Peter Grace

Didier Bigo, Emma Mc Cluskey, Felix Tréguer (eds), (2024), Intelligence Oversight in Times of Transnational Impunity. Who will Watch the Watchers? Oxon: Routledge. ISBN 9781032406541. 310 pages.

This book focuses on two important issues in intelligence oversight: the long-standing acceptance of raison d’état, and the increasing relations between intelligence agencies transnationally and how much those should come under scrutiny and legal restraint. It is not a book that is designed to be read comfortably by intelligence practitioners, and indeed there are priors that suggest practitioners would much prefer it if there was no oversight of their activities at all. Whether framing the enquiry in this way provokes some degree of urgency or simply divides opinion, the questions of raison d’état and transnational oversight are important.
Harnessing Plant-Based Nanoparticles for Combatting Multidrug-Resistant Bacteria
Authors: - Bharti Sahu , - Chitranshu Pandey , - Harshada Deshpande , - Andrea Pereira , - Varaprasad Kolla*
Published: July 2024

The emergence of multidrug-resistant organisms poses a significant challenge to public health worldwide. In response, plant-based nanoparticles have garnered attention for their potential as novel antimicrobial agents. These nanoparticles are derived from various plant sources and exhibit inherent antimicrobial properties due to their phytochemical composition. Nanoparticles synthesized from spinach (Spinacia oleracea) and orange (Citrus sinensis) extracts, loaded with salts of Cu and Zn, were evaluated for their antimicrobial activity against multidrug-resistant bacteria. Antimicrobial efficacy was assessed through agar well diffusion assays against clinically relevant multidrug-resistant bacterial strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa MTCC 74, Staphylococcus aureus MTCC 902, Klebsiella pneumoniae MTCC 661. The nanoparticles exhibited potent antimicrobial effects, significantly inhibiting the growth of tested bacteria even when compared to commercially available antibiotics. These findings highlight the potential of plant-based nanoparticles loaded with Cu and Zn salts as effective agents against multidrug-resistant bacteria, offering a promising avenue for future antimicrobial therapies.
Level of Depression, Level of Anxiety and the Stress Level among Degree Teachers
Authors: - B.Nivas , - Hrithika Mishra
Published: July 2024

Teachers are professionals who educate students by providing instruction, guidance, and support across various subjects and educational levels. Their primary goal is to facilitate learning and help students develop the knowledge, skills, and critical thinking abilities needed for personal and academic growth. The art of teaching involves a lot of patience, dedication and commitment, it is also required for the teachers to stay calm and composed. Not only does the teacher require physical health but their mental health is also very important. The mental well-being of degree teachers is very important for their effectiveness and overall satisfaction, and it also impacts their students' learning experiences.
Thus this research is carried out to ascertain the relationship between the level of depression, the level of Anxiety and the level of stress among degree teachers. in this review paper, we will try and understand the importance of mental health and its role in degree teachers.
Growth Trends and Instability in Area, Production and Productivity of Fruit Crops in Himachal Pradesh
Authors: - Sujan Singh
Published: July 2024

The study was conducted with the aim to know the growth performance of fruits crops in Himachal Pradesh. The objectives of the study were to analyse the growth and instability of fruits crops in Himachal Pradesh and to estimate the decomposition analysis of fruits crops in Himachal Pradesh. To fulfill the objectives secondary data of 11 years was utilized for analysis using the statistical tools like Compound Annual Growth Rates (CAGR), Coefficient of Variation (CV), Cuddy Della Valle’s Instability Index (CDVI) and Decomposition Analysis model. The study revealed that the area, production and productivity For all the fruits crops together, the compound growth rate during the years 2010-11 to 2020-21 has been estimated at 1.06, -0.56 and -1.60 per cent per annum, respectively. The coefficient of variation in the area, production and productivity far all fruits crops during the study period has been estimated at 3.53, 29.22 and 30.68 percent, respectively. The value of CDVI (0.73%) came in the range of 0-15 percent which confirm low level of instability in the area under all crops. The value of CDVI (30.74 and 31.85%) came in the range of 30 percent and above which confirm high level of instability in the production and productivity under all crops. There was low level of instability in the growth rates of area and high level instability in production and productivity during all the study periods. Area effect played the key role in the differentiation of fruit production in Himachal Pradesh.
Foreign Direct Investment Inflows into SAARC Countries: Trend Analysis
Authors: - Dr.G.Jayachandran
Published: July 2024

The study examines the relationship between institutional quality and FDI inflows in SAARC nations from 1981 to 2020. It employs Simple Linear and Semi log linear regression to draw conclusions. The findings indicate that corruption, political stability, government effectiveness, and GDP per capita have a positive and statistically significant influence on FDI inflows. The Semi log linear regression results show that all estimates of government effectiveness, GDP per capita, and trade openness are positive and statistically significant. This research suggests that institutional quality is important for the growth of FDI inflows. As a result, policymakers should prioritize effective institutional reforms to create a favorable investment environment and attract FDI inflows in SAARC countries.
Blood:A Matter of Life and Death
Authors: - Ayancha Hema Datta Sree , - Srikanth Adunuri , - Komala Buddu , - G. Venkateswarlu , - M. Sabitha , - Vusirikapalli Keerthipriya
Published: July 2024

Blood: A Matter Of Life And Death is a unique initiative that simplifies blood donation by eliminating issues like donor shortages, long search times, and limited availability. The website uses location-based services to connect donors and recipients, reducing waiting times and risks. A sophisticated ranking system ensures an active donor pool, and direct communication channels facilitate matching blood types. Only individuals under 60 can register to donate, and a temporary donor-blocking mechanism encourages continued participation. Data management is securely stored within an SQLite database server, enhancing privacy and efficiency. This approach supports a safe and reliable blood donation process.
Examining the Relationship of Everyday Discrimination with Self-Esteem among Physically Challenged Adults
Authors: - Angel Arora , - Dr. Ruchi Singh
Published: July 2024

We critically review the literature that is currently available on how discrimination affects the self-esteem of adults with disabilities. Discrimination is a pervasive issue which impacts people with physical disabilities in a number of ways. We provide a combination of contemporary research with important findings, proposed structures, and areas requiring more investigation. We also discuss implications for mediations and emotionally supportive networks that can help lessen the negative psychological effects of routine segregation and boost the self-esteem of genuinely challenged adults. This analysis has implications for developing tactics and remedies that combat isolation, assist really tested adults, and boost their self-esteem. These strategies should raise awareness of problems, promote inclusivity, and provide open resources. We can further develop the prosperity of truly tested people by generating a healthy climate and tending to separation.
Banking on Efficiency: A Comparative Analysis of Working Capital Management with respect to SBI and AXIS Banks
Authors: - Shikha Agarwal , - Khushbu Jain , - Prerana Bhatnagar
Published: July 2024

Working capital management is crucial in this day of Globalization, privatization, and liberalization. Modern companies must use both aggressive and conservative approaches. It is clear that the corporation reduces its working capital to accept more risk in exchange for larger gains and losses; conversely, it increases its working capital level to increase liquidity. To get adequate working capital, a corporation must strike a balance between profitability and liquidity. This study looks at how public and private sector banks managed their working capital between 2008 and 2013. Financial ratios were calculated, and the banks' financial statements for the relevant period were inspected. This study attempts to identify the primary reasons of short-term funding challenges at public and private sector banks. It demonstrates the importance of working capital management in public and private sector banks and, using the T test, the cause of short-term insolvency. It may be claimed that both public and private sector banks are adopting an aggressive strategy, focused on profit maximization while not ignoring short-term solvency
Effect of SIM RS GOS on Outpatient Waiting Time in selected hospitals, Indonesia
Authors: - Auliana Tesa , - Yulastri Arif , - Esthika Ariany Maisa , - Dewi Murni
Published: July 2024

Background: Hospital Management Information System must be used by every hospital in Indonesia to improve the quality of health services, one of which is the SIM RS GOS application owned by the Indonesian Ministry of Health. Outpatient waiting time is a measure of the quality of health services.
Objective: The objective of this study was to analyze the effect of SIM RS GOS application on waiting time in the outpatient polyclinic of RSUD dr. Adnaan WD.
Methods: The research conducted was quantitative research using a quasi-experimental design with a one group pre-test and post test approach. The population in this study were patients at the outpatient polyclinic of RSUD dr. Adnaan WD, with a sample size of 52 respondents.
The data collection instrument used in this study was an observation sheet containing an observation guide for outpatient waiting time. The test analysis used is Wilcoxon because the data is not normally distributed.
Results: The results showed that there was an effect of the SIM RS GOS application on waiting time (p=0.000).
Conclusion: SIM RS GOS Application can reduce patient waiting time at the outpatient polyclinic.
Chinese Consumers’ Green Purchase Practices: A Review
Authors: - Lina Hu , - Ernesto B. Arpon
Published: July 2024

This paper reviews current research with significant findings on Chinese consumers' green purchasing behavior in the 2000 to 2023 interval. The main direction of the article is to focus on the factors analyzed in the current research that influence consumers' green purchasing intentions and behaviors, and others include social comparison strategies, advertising appeals, traditional cultural values, and environmental responsibility. The study found that factors such as social comparison strategy, advertising appeal, traditional cultural values, and sense of environmental responsibility have a significant impact on Chinese consumers' green purchasing behavior. In a collectivist society, consumers tend to adjust their purchasing decisions according to the behavioral norms of the social group. Emotionally appealing advertisements are more likely than rationally appealing advertisements to stimulate consumers' environmental awareness and purchase motivation. The concepts of "benevolence" and "propriety" in traditional culture promote green purchasing by emphasizing mutual assistance, responsibility, and compliance with environmental norms, but the "face-saving" culture sometimes leads to superficial environmental behavior. Consumers' sense of environmental responsibility, influenced by education, social norms, and personal values, is an important factor driving green purchasing intentions.

Despite consumers' strong willingness to buy green, there are often significant gaps in actual behavior which are attributed to factors such as price, convenience, product availability, and information transparency. Brand authenticity can help enhance consumer trust and emotional connection, thus increasing the likelihood of green product purchases. Government subsidies and the green consumption points system can effectively increase the market share of green products. Future research can further explore the relative importance of each factor and effective strategies to bridge the gap between purchase intention and actual behavior. Meanwhile, new approaches such as digital platforms and behavioral interventions are also worthy of attention to better promote sustainable consumption in China.
Studying the Anti-microbial and Alpha Amylase Inhibition Activity of Cerium Oxide Nanoparticles for Biomedical Applications
Authors: - Sneha Kumari , - Shivam Pandey , - Sushant Singh
Published: July 2024

Cerium oxide nanoparticles (CNP) have been produced using a wet chemical technique. The therapeutic capacities of cerium oxide nanoparticles are determined based on the analysis of their anti-diabetic and antibacterial activities. The study below demonstrated the antibacterial characteristics of cerium oxide nanoparticles (CNP) against several bacteria. Specifically, the inhibition zones observed for Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Escherichia coli, and Enterococcus gergovae were 14.5mm, 11mm, 17mm, and 15mm, respectively. The results obtained indicate that CNP has the potential to address the urgent problem of hospital-acquired microbial infections, particularly those caused by antibiotic-resistant microorganisms. Additionally, the anti-diabetic property of CNP was evaluated and found to have a 66% alpha amylase inhibition, which suggests a significant reduction in glucose levels. Therefore, it has the potential to be utilized as an antidiabetic medication as well. The study has produced a compound with potent biological capabilities that can be enhanced through a synthesis technique and utilized in the pharmaceutical industry.
Phosphate Removal from Sewage by Chemical Precipitation and its Effect on Other Characteristics
Authors: - Sangram A. Nandawadekar , - Sunil S. Shaha
Published: July 2024

It is observed that Phosphate is seen in the sewage samples in the industry and reduction of it is required. Removing Phosphate (P) from domestic wastewater is largely done to reduce the risk of eutrophication in any water that the wastewater will be released into. Phosphorous being a nutrient can be recovered from the waste water and put to good use like in fertilizers. There are different technologies that are being used to achieve the removal of P-content from sewage like – Physical, Chemical, Biological and Ion Exchange amongst others. The main objective of our research study is to find out suitable chemical for removal of Phosphate from sewage using chemical precipitation as removal mechanism. In the current study, selection of suitable chemical for chemical precipitation amongst Alum and FeCl3 is done to reduce the P-content in the sewage up to 0.2 mg/L. Using lab trials, dosage for the same is calculated and accordingly the on-field trials were carried out to check the efficacy of the method. The study also included the study the influence of chemical addition onto the various characteristics of the sewage. The on-field trials gave an idea about the working of chemical precipitation in the current system and how it affects entire wastewater treatment system.
Indigenous Knowledge on Musical Instruments of Mizo Tribe
Authors: - Esther Lalruatpuii
Published: July 2024

Indigenous Knowledge refers to a distinct body of knowledge that encompasses the information held by a certain community or culture. It may also be referred to as indigenous knowledge, traditional knowledge, and local knowledge. Traditionally, indigenous knowledge has been transmitted orally from one generation to the next, since it was difficult or perhaps impossible to document throughout ancient times. It serves as the primary foundation or reference for indigenous farming methods, food preparation, and several other activities aimed at preserving and perpetuating the traditions of a certain culture or civilization. Cultural factors have a significant impact on the use of indigenous knowledge.
The vast majority of indigenous knowledge has been eliminated as a result of the intrusion of advanced technological knowledge. To save traditional knowledge, it is necessary to chronicle and preserve the ancient and valuable literature. Recording indigenous knowledge is necessary to address Intellectual Property Rights concerns. The current research focuses only on the indigenous knowledge of musical instruments belonging to the Mizo people. This talk will discuss the production of Mizo musical instruments and the role of libraries in recording and conserving the indigenous knowledge of the Mizo people.
Pengaruh Inflasi, Kurs Nilai Tukar, Jumlah Uang Beredar terhadap Harga Saham PT Bumi Serpong Damai Tbk Tahun 2017-2020
Authors: Ningsih Putu Tirta Sari , Gusvarizon Muhammad , Aprillia Noormi
Published: July 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisa pengaruh Inflasi, Kurs Nilai Tukar dan Jumlah Uang Beredar terhadap Harga Saham PT. Bumi Serpong Damai Tbk. Metodologi penelitian yang digunakan adalah metode kuantitatif dengan data runtun waktu (time series) dan data sekunder yang diperoleh dari website Badan Pusat Statistik dan Bank Indonesia. Teknik pengambilan sample menggunakan metode purposive sampling denga data bulanan dan periode penelitian dari bulan Januari tahun 2017 sampai dengan Desember tahun 2020. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan adalah regresi linier berganda dengan melakukan uji normalitas, uji asumsi klasik (uji multikolinearitas, uji autokorelasi) dan uji hipotesis t-statistik serta f-statistik untuk menguji keberartian pengaruh secara Bersama-sama dengan tingkat signifikan 5%. Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukan bahwa secara parsial variabel Inflasi memiliki nilai koefisien korelasi yang positif dan tidak signifikan terhadap Harga Saham PT. Bumi Serpong Damai Tbk. Kurs Nilai Tukar secara parsial memiliki nilai koefisien korelasi yang negatif dan signifikan terhadap Harga Saham PT. Bumi Serpong Damai Tbk. Dan Jumlah uang Beredar (M2) secara parsial memiliki nilai koefisien korelasi yang negatif dan signifikan terhadap harga saham PT. Bumi Serpong Damai Tbk. Sementara itu secara simultan variabel bebas Inflasi, Kurs Nilai Tukar dan Jumlah uang Beredar secara bersama-sama memiliki hubungan yang signifikan terhadap variabel terikat yaitu Harga Saham PT. Bumi Serpong Damai Tbk. Koefisiensi determinasi dari penelitian diperoleh besarnya pengaruh variabel independen terhadap variabel dependen yang dapat diterangkan oleh model dalam persamaan ini sebesar 0.799742 atau sebesar 79%. Hal ini menujukan bahwa variabel Inflasi, Kurs dan Jumlah Uang Beredar mampu menjelaskan naik/turunnya harga saham PT Bumi Serpong Damai sebesar 79% sedangkan sisanya sebesar 21% dijelaskan oleh variabel-variabel lainnya yang tidak dimasukkan dalam model regresi ini.
Pemalsuan Dokumen Perkahwinan: Analisis terhadap Peruntukan Berkaitan dan Kajian Kes di Mahkamah Syariah Malaysia
Authors: Alias Mohamad Aniq Aiman
Published: July 2024

Pemalsuan dokumen merupakan satu daripada cabaran apabila mengemukakan bentuk keterangan tersebut di mahkamah. Secara umumnya, terdapat pelbagai bentuk pemalsuan dokumen yang berlaku, seperti pemalsuan dokumen perkahwinan, kenyataan palsu daripada saksi dan pemalsuan tandatangan. Dalam kajian ini, pengkaji memfokuskan perbincangan mengenai pemalsuan dokumen perkahwinan. Hal ini dikatakan demikian kerana masih wujud kelompangan terhadap perbincangan kesalahan pemalsuan dokumen perkahwinan di mahkamah syariah Malaysia yang memerlukan kajian yang komprehensif. Oleh itu, objektif kajian ini adalah untuk memperjelas konsep pemalsuan dokumen dan kedudukannya dalam perundangan Islam, menganalisis peruntukan undang-undang menurut perspektif fiqah dan undang-undang Syariah, serta menjalankan kajian kes pemalsuan dokumen perkahwinan di mahkamah syariah Malaysia. Bagi mencapai objektif tersebut, pengkaji menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif, iaitu kaedah analisis dokumen daripada data primer dan data sekunder. Data yang diperoleh kemudiannya dipersembahkan dalam bentuk subtema. Kajian ini dilihat sangat penting bagi melihat bidang kuasa mahkamah syariah apabila mengendalikan kes yang berkaitan dengan pemalsuan dokumen perkahwinan dan secara tidak langsung memberikan pendedahan kepada semua masyarakat Islam di Malaysia tentang kepentingan penjagaan keaslian dokumen perkahwinan bagi tujuan perundangan. Hasil kajian ini juga mendapati bahawa tiada peruntukan khusus bagi kesalahan pemalsuan secara umum, sebaliknya disabitkan di bawah kesalahan menghina mahkamah. Bagi kesalahan pemalsuan dokumen perkahwinan, pesalah boleh dijatuhi hukuman mengikut Seksyen 38 Akta Undang-undang Keluarga. Berdasarkan analisis kajian kes tersebut kadar denda yang dikenakan terhadap pesalah didapati bersifat minimum. Oleh itu, pengkaji mencadangkan agar kajian lanjutan dilakukan dengan melakukan perbandingan antara amalan dan praktis dengan undang-undang sivil dari segi pengendalian kes pemalsuan dokumen perkahwinan dan menganalisis peruntukan yang berkaitan.
Acute decompensation and acute-on-chronic liver failure
Authors: Acar Sencan
Published: July 2024

Acute decompensation is defined as the development of ascites, bleeding due to portal hypertension, jaundice, or hepatic encephalopathy in the presence of known or unknown chronic liver disease. Acute-on-chronic liver disease is defined as a clinical entity reflecting acute worsening in liver function along with extrahepatic organ failure with significantly higher 28-day mortality. In the common pathogenesis, severe systemic inflammation and portal hypertension and varying degrees of reaction to these conditions play a major role. Triggering factors act as accelerators in the development of acute decompensation and acute-on-chronic liver failure. The extrahepatic organ failure in acute-on-chronic liver failure is mainly due to tissue hypoxia due to decreased perfusion and cellular edema. The number of organ failure in acute-on-chronic liver failure is considered to be the most important prognostic indicator. Liver transplantation remains the most appropriate treatment option for selected patients, even though supportive therapies based on the severity of the disease and the clinical findings that have developed are at the forefront.
THE POST-ACTIVATION EFFECT OF COMBINED RESISTED AND ASSISTED SPRINTS
Authors: Cochrane Darryl
Published: July 2024

Resisted and assisted training methods aim to increase neural activation, or post-activation potentiation (PAP), to enhance sprint performance. A preloaded stimulus causes a temporary performance increase that is more significant than what warm-up alone can provide. Resistance activities have traditionally been used to induce post-activation potentiation. Little is known when assisted and resisted sprints are combined and their effect on PAP. Therefore, this study aimed to examine the acute potentiating effect of combined resisted and assisted sprints on subsequent 20 m sprint performance. Sixteen physically active young males performed a baseline 20 m sprint followed by four assisted 20 m and four 20 m resisted sprints using a bungee cord. After the assisted-resisted stimulus, the participants performed one 20 m sprint at 4, 6, and 8 minutes. There was no significant improvement in 5, 10, or 20-m sprint times following the assisted-resisted stimulus. Therefore, the additive effect of assisted-resisted sprints failed to induce post-activation potential. The additive effect of assisted-resisted sprints could not induce post-activation potential to enhance subsequence sprint performance.
AGE-RELATED DIFFERENCES IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF MOTOR ABILITIES IN VOLLEYBALL
Authors: Peev Petar , Hristov Oleg , Nurja Anisa , Lazov Serafim , Petkova Petya , Zdravcheva Milena , Antonova Vera , Kotev Vlаdimir , Andonov Hristo
Published: July 2024

There are a large number of publications related to conditioning in volleyball and in general. However, a very small part of them are related to the development of motor abilities in an age aspect. Such a study would be very difficult to implement, but at the same time, it would be beneficial in terms of the selection and sports orientation of youth volleyball. Volleyball as a sport has developed extremely dynamically in recent years, which makes it even more demanding in terms of fitness. The basic skills necessary for successful implementation in sports are complex and based on the athletes‘ ability to jump, sprint, and hit. From this point of view, the interest in this research was dictated, with the primary goal of determining the values of the main signs related to the volleyball game and compiling normative tables for control and assessment of preparedness. The research tasks also arise from the goal set in this way. To investigate the differences in the main essential characteristics of the volleyball game regarding age. To propose standards of control and evaluation. The methods we used to solve the problems are anthropometry, chronometry, tensiometry, speedometry, and mathematical-statistical methods (frequency, variation analysis, and sigma method). Results: The most significant increase in women was observed in the results of the jump tests and the speed of the serve (over 20 %) and smaller within 10% in the running tests. We attribute these results to the fact that the listed movements emphasize the training and competition process. Based on the obtained results, norms for evaluating the readiness of the contestants have been drawn up.
ASSESSMENT OF 16-YEAR-OLD FEMALE BASKETBALL PLAYERS WITH CHRONOJUMP SYSTEM
Authors: Borukova Mariana , Kalinov Ivan
Published: July 2024

In the basketball game, lower extremity strength plays a key role in various game actions. The jumping mat (Chronojump), an open-source (free software and open hardware), is available to the public on official servers, emphasizing peer review and corrections by the user community. The aim of this study was to establish the explosive power of the lower limbs of 16-year-old female basketball players from the Bulgarian National Basketball Team. We used specialized software, a signal transducer, and an electro-contact mat Chronojump. The subject of the study was the explosive power of the lower limbs of 16-year-old female basketball players from the national team of Bulgaria. The object of the study was the performance of the Chronojump platform tests to establish the explosive strength of the lower limbs. The study was conducted among 16 active female basketball players selected for the Bulgarian national team. Each participant performed all jumps at the same time of day. They performed CMJ - 90-degree squat jump; SJ - Squat, two-second hold, and jump; CMJAT - Jump with arms extended forward and up; RCMJ - Manipulative 90-degree squat jump; Stiff ness - Manipulative ankle jump. The test’s mathematical-statistical results were processed with variance analysis and One-way ANOVA, with a critical value of the F-criterion (F = 2.38) and high statistical reliability (Pt ≥ 95%). Results showed that hand involvement is key in rebounding. In terms of jumping endurance and explosiveness quotient, female athletes had a lower level of development. This research has the potential to significantly impact the training and performance of female basketball players.
CAREER LONGEVITY OF ELITE LATVIAN ATHLETES
Authors: Eikena Dace , Iancheva Tatiana
Published: July 2024

In recent years, sports psychology researchers have shown a growing interest in exploring various facets of sports careers, career transitions, the personal qualities profile of athletes who achieve peak sports performance, and the existing models and distinctions within career stages.This research aimed to examine the link between the mental qualities and skills and the sports careers of elite Latvian athletes and to seek potential differences dependent on sports career stages, level of qualification, and gender. The research was done among 109 elite athletes from Latvia aged 17 to 40, practicing 19 sports – 71 men and 38 women. For the purposes of the research, the subjects were divided into groups according to two criteria: 1) depending on the different stages of their sports career and 2) depending on the type of development of their sports career. The research methods included: Latvian personality survey (LPA-v3, Perepjolkina et al., 2011); Sports et al. (SMTQ; Sheard et al., 2009), adapted for Latvian conditions by Astaficevs et al. (2020); Psychological Performance Inventory Alternative version (PPI-A; Golby et al., 2007), adapted for Latvian conditions by Astafi cevs et al. (2020.); General et al. (GSE; Schwarzer & Jerusalem, 1995), adapted for Latvian conditions by Astafi cevs et al. (2020); Psychological Skills Inventory for Sports (PSIS-R5), adapted for Latvian conditions by Fernāte Andra, 2008.The obtained results revealed some differences in the personal profiles of the Latvian athletes depending on the stages and type of their sports careers, level of qualification, and gender. We found higher results along the factors conscientiousness, honesty and modesty, and the lowest results along the factor neuroticism among the elite athletes. We found significantly higher values of the mental skills: anxiety control, concentration, mental preparation, motivation, self-confidence, and control among the men.
METHOD THERAPEUTIC INTERVENTION ON PHYSICAL STABILITY AMONG ELDERLY INDIVIDUALS IN KAKAMEGA COUNTY
Authors: Oloo Micky , Wamukoya Edwin , Oloo James
Published: July 2024

Background. In Kenya, falls among individuals over 60 years of age are a major concern. Despite physical activity being known to reduce fall risks, existing studies face challenges like high drop-out rates and limited exercise types. The Lebed Method, a dance program originally developed for breast cancer survivors by Sherry Lebed Davis, has shown potential to improve physical and emotional well-being. This study aimed to explore its effectiveness in improving physical stability among the elderly in Kakamega County.Methods. The study involved a community-based randomized control trial with 30 participants aged 60 and older, selected based on low social support scores. They were divided into intervention and control groups, meeting specific inclusion criteria. Baseline functional stability (mobility and balance) was assessed by Timed Up and Go (TUG), Berg Balance Scale (BBS) scores, gait speed time, and de Morton Mobility Index (DEMMI) score. To ensure the reliability of the study, biases such as selection, performance, detection, attrition, and reporting biases were addressed. Changes in physical stability between the groups were analyzed using the Analysis of Covariance, accounting for baseline differences, while within-group changes were evaluated using the dependent sample t-test. The threshold for statistical significance was set at p < 0.05.Results. The findings showed that the intervention group improved significantly in physical stability compared to the control group. Specifically, notable enhancements were observed on TUG times (p < .001, ηp2 = 0.53, d = 3.38), BBS scores (p < .001, ηp2 = 0.64, d = 1.97), gait speed (p < .001, ηp2 = 0.65, d = 1.99) and DEMMI score (p < .001, ηp2 = 0.38, d = 1.94).Conclusions. The intervention significantly improved mobility and balance among participants, demonstrating the effectiveness of the Lebed method for elderly individuals. Future research could explore specific components of dance based therapy that contribute to functional mobility and balance improvements.