bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Skin Numbness after Total Knee Arthroplasty: Complication or Side-Effect?
Authors: Mencia Marlon M. , Beharry Allan , Goalan Raakesh
Published: April 2024

Background. Peri-incisional numbness occurs frequently after Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA), yet its impact on clinical outcomes remains controversial. With some studies reporting 100% incidence and patients often perceiving it as a minor inconvenience, its categorisation as a complication is controversial. This study investigates the prevalence and temporal changes of numbness post-TKA to refine the informed consent process and improve patient satisfaction.Material and methods. A convenience sample of patients who underwent primary cemented TKA was studied. Demographic data, scar length, tourniquet time, and WOMAC scores were collected. Patients were grouped based on time from surgery, and areas of numbness for light touch and pinprick sensations measured. Results. The study included 49 patients with a mean age of 68.9 years. While all patients reported numbness, the area decreased for both pinprick and light touch sensations over time. No significant correlation was found between WOMAC scores and the area of numbness.Discussion. Numbness post-TKA is common, and the affected area contracts over time, implying a natural healing process. The study’s findings challenge the perception of numbness as a complication and emphasise the importance of informed consent in managing patient expectations.Conclusions. 1. Postoperative numbness around the incision site following TKA is a common occurrence with minimal clinical impact on patients. 2. It is important to inform patients that this numbness will improve, although some residual numbness may remain.
Residuos de la construcción y demolición empleados en la elaboración de mortero y hormigón
Authors: Parrales-Coello Kevin Martín , Ruiz-Párraga Wilter Enrique
Published: April 2024

La perspectiva de tratar y reciclar los residuos de construcción y demolición (RCD) como componentes en la fabricación de hormigón y mortero ha emergido como un tema de suma importancia en la industria de la construcción. La presente investigación tiene como objetivo analizar, a través del estudio comparativo las propiedades mecánicas y físicas del mortero y hormigón elaborado con áridos naturales y reciclados. La metodología aplicada en esta investigación tiene un enfoque cuantitativo basado en un estudio experimental, del cual se llevó a cabo realizando una serie de pruebas basadas en las normas NTE-INEN y ASTM. En la dosificación del motero y hormigón se aplicó una relación agua/cemento constante de 0.4. Los porcentajes de sustitución de árido natural por reciclado fueron del 0%, 15%, 20% y 25%. Las series de los especímenes del mortero y hormigón fueron sometidas a un tiempo de curado de 7, 14 y 28 días respectivamente. Los resultados obtenidos mostraron que la aplicación de un 15% de árido fino reciclado en el mortero proporciona una resistencia a la compresión comparable con la muestra de control. En el caso del hormigón, se determinó que la inclusión de un 15% de árido grueso reciclado produce resultados similares en resistencia a compresión y resistividad eléctrica con la muestra de control. Este estudio proporciona evidencia sólida que respalda la viabilidad técnica y las ventajas de utilizar áridos reciclados en la fabricación de hormigón y mortero, lo que contribuye significativamente a la sostenibilidad de la industria de la construcción.
INSTRUMENTOS VALIDADOS DE AVALIAÇÃO DE DELIRIUM NA UNIDADE DE TERAPIA INTENSIVA: REVISÃO SISTEMATIVA
Authors: Silva Diego Ferreira da , Alves Daniella Rodrigues , Alves Rubens Paulo , Barros Luciana Marques de , Macedo Caren Ingrid Silva , Gomes Juliana Braga , Souza Margarete Gonçalves de , Rocha Patrícia de Sousa
Published: April 2024

Objetivo: Identificar quais são os instrumentos validados para avaliação de delirium em pacientes adultos na Unidade de Terapia Intensiva, além do CAM-ICU. Método: Estudo de revisão sistemática orientado pela pergunta de pesquisa: ‘’Quais são os instrumentos validados, além do CAM-ICU, para avaliar delirium em pacientes adultos na Unidade de Terapia intensiva?’’. Foram revisadas quatro bases de dados (Medline, Scopus, Embase e Lilacs), utilizando-se os descritores ‘’delirium assessment’’, ‘’validation studies’’, ‘’ICU- Intensive care unit’’. Para a busca, foi utilizada estratégia de busca específica para cada base, à partir da pergunta PICOT (P = Adultos em UTI; I = avaliação; C = não aplicável; O = delirium; T = Estudo psicométrico/de validação). Foram incluídos estudos psicométricos que validaram instrumentos de avaliação de delirium em pacientes adultos internados na UTI, sem restrição temporal ou de idioma. Foram excluídos artigos de validação do instrumento CAM-ICU. Os estudos foram selecionados por dois revisores independentes e um terceiro revisor resolveu as divergências. A fase de seleção foi realizada com o software Rayyan e as variáveis extraídas foram tabuladas para análise. Resultados: Dos 107 estudos identificados, 09 foram incluídos. Foram identificados 09 instrumentos de medida no total: Chart-Based Delirium Detection Tool for the ICU (CHART-DEL-ICU), A Nursing Delirium-Screening Scale (Nu-DESC), Intensive Care Delirium Screening Checklist (ICDSC), Family Confusion Assessment Method (FAM-CAM), Dynamic Delirium Prediction Rule in Patients Admitted to the Intensive Care Units (DYNAMIC-ICU), Delirium Observation Screening Scale (DOSS), Prediction of Delirium in ICU patients (PRE-DELIRIC), Automated Delirium Risk Assessment System (Auto-DelRAS), Delirium Detection Score (DDS). Quanto aos tipos de evidências de validade, 22% dos instrumentos foram validados quanto à estrutura interna e 78% quanto à relação com outras variáveis. Nenhum avaliou o conteúdo, o processo de resposta e a consequência da testagem. Conclusões: A utilização de instrumentos na prática clínica deve corresponder às premissas de evidências de validade contemporâneas aliado à existência de critérios de adaptação ao contexto, tradução e confiabilidade. Existem poucos instrumentos para identificar o delirium em pacientes adultos na Unidade de Terapia Intensiva e, dentre os existentes, há limitações quanto às evidências de validade, o que restringe a escolha para uso.
OBMEP EM NÚMEROS: UMA ANÁLISE QUANTITATIVA DAS PREMIAÇÕES DAS ESCOLAS PIAUIENSES
Authors: Vale Mardonio Pereira do , Sousa Adriano Faustino de , Rocha Daniel Cleberson da Conceição , Silva Luiz Carlos Araujo da , Silva Eduardo de Moura dos Santos , Costa Dalilla Ravene Marques da , Sousa Raimundo Nonato , Oliveira Luis Gustavo Farias de , Oliveira Neto Guilherme Luiz de
Published: April 2024

A metodologia de resolução de problemas é uma das tendências em educação matemática mais estudadas nos últimos anos. Com base nisso, o presente artigo visa analisar as contribuições de tal metodologia no ensino de Matemática por meio de um estudo bibliográfico a respeito dos índices de desempenho dos alunos e escolas piauienses na Olimpíada Brasileira de Matemática das Escolas Públicas (OBMEP). As referências bibliográficas foram encontradas através da busca avançada na Plataforma Oásis, que contou com três descritores (olimpíadas de matemática, OBMEP e análise de desempenho) e gerou um resultado com treze periódicos, os quais deram base metodológica e bibliográfica para o desenvolvimento deste estudo. Justifica-se através de sua relevante contribuição na compreensão do impacto da referida olimpíada no aprendizado e desempenho dos alunos alvo.  Concernente, este estudo comprovará que a olimpíada estudada estimula o interesse e melhoria no ensino de Matemática, a descoberta de talentos e formação continuada e, ainda amplia oportunidades acadêmicas e profissionais.
Embracing Suffering: Unraveling 19th-Century Philosophical Perspectives Amidst Historical and Cultural Changes
Authors: Radu Kristoff
Published: April 2024

This article explores the intersection of 19th century philosophy with historical events, spotlighting Nietzsche, Bentham, Kierkegaard, and Schopenhauer and their distinct perspectives on suffering as a positive element, reflective of the era's cultural and historical nuances. The first part of the paper is a summary of the 19th century and its noteworthy events. The second part argues that suffering is a constant element of human existence by highlighting conceptual similarities between all four philosophers when they describe the challenges that humans must f ace. The third part of the paper analyzes the relationship between suffering and self knowledge. The fourth and last part of the paper explores the mechanism of suffering as an epiphenomenon.
Sulla costruzione del titolo teodosiano De fide catholica
Authors: Carbone Mariteresa
Published: April 2024

L’obiettivo del contributo è l’individuazione dei criteri seguiti dai compilatori teodosiani per la scelta delle costituzioni da inserire nel primo titolo del libro XVI, il De fide catholica. CTh. 16.1, infatti, risulta composto da due costituzioni orientali, emanate da Teodosio I per imporre l’ortodos- sia nicena nella pars Orientis dell’impero, e da due leges occidentali, una precedente e l’altra seguente i provvedimenti teodosiani. Le costituzioni occidentali sembrerebbero dissonanti, per non dire in contrasto, rispetto alla ratio del titolo. Premessa una valutazione complessiva dei diversi aspetti si giunge a concludere che, avvalorato il ruolo accordato da Teo- dosio I alla fides Nicaena, i compilatori hanno anche ritenuto opportuno ribadire, nel medesimo titolo programmatico della legislazione religiosa, l’assoluta incontestabilità delle tradizionali competenze imperiali a disci- plinare i diritti dei cittadini anche in base alle loro opzioni religiose.
Crkveno-građanski karakter Dušanovog zakonodavstva
Authors: Đorđević Aleksandar
Published: April 2024

Autor u radu analizira odredbe Dušanovog zakonodavstva, prvenstveno Dušanovog zakonika i Sintagme Matije Vlastara koje svedoče o crkveno-građanskom karakteru ovog zakonodavstva. Dušanov zakonik u mnogim slučajevima popunjavao je pravne praznine iz Skraćene Sintagme, a u nekim i pooštravao sankcije u duhu još strožeg pravoslavlјa. Autor posebno ističe značaj ustanova bračnog prava, načela simfonije, položaja i ovlašćenja sveštenstva, kao i pojedinih ustanova crkvenog i svetovnog prava recipiranih iz vizantijskog pravnog sistema.
Pogled na klasično islamsko krivično pravo, sa posebnim osvrtom na hudud krivična dela
Authors: Marković Ivana
Published: April 2024

Islamsko krivično pravo kao deo šerijatskog prava podlo- žno je viševekovnim promenama. Premda su mnoge muslimanske države postepeno zamenile ili ublažile njegove norme, poslednjih decenija može se primetiti suprotan trend: re-islamizacija društava i ponovno uvođenje krivičnog prava zasnovanog na principima šerijata, pored država u kojima je ono i ranije bilo na snazi. Pored formalnog značaja kao pozitivnog prava u pomenutim zemlјama, zabrane (i donekle kazne) zasnovane na islamskom učenju imaju vrlo često i jak neformalni uticaj na vernike, te značaj islamskog krivičnog prava i značaj pravnih dobara koja se njime štite nisu omeđeni državnim granicama i nacionalnim jurisdikcijama. U radu će biti pružen opšti pogled na klasično islamsko krivično pravo iz perspektive modernog (sekularnog) krivičnog prava. Pri tome će naglasak biti stavlјen na hudud (granična) krivična dela, među koja spadaju krađa (sariqa), drumsko razbojništvo (hirabah, qat`al-tariq), blud (zina), optužba za blud (qadhf), apostazija, tj. otpadništvo od vere (riddah, irtidad) i opijanje (shurb al-khamr). Što se strukture rada tiče, u uvodnom delu će biti ukazano na značaj i aktuelnost teme, nakon čega će biti prikazani osnovi klasičnog islamskog krivičnog prava. Centralni deo rada biće posvećen analizi pomenutih krivičnih dela, na osnovu čega će biti izdvojene odlike koje se mogu pripisati klasičnom islamskom krivičnom pravu.
Dobrobit životinјa i verske slobode – problem religijskog klanјa
Authors: Bajović Vanja
Published: April 2024

U radu se razmatra problematika religijskog klanja iz ugla dobrobiti životinja. Poslednjih godina sve više država donosi zakone kojim propisuje obavezno omamlјivanje životinja pre klanja kako bi im se na taj način olakšali patnja, strah i bol, što je humano i opravdano iz ugla dobrobiti životinja. Međutim, obavezno omamlјivanje dolazi u sukob sa zahtevima jevrejskih i muslimanskih zajednica u pojedinim državama koje ističu da im je time ugroženo pravo na slobodu veroispovesti, budući da se obaveza omamlјivanja životinje kosi sa njihovim verskim dogmama. To nameće pitanje odnosa različitih religija prema životinjama i njihovoj dobrobiti, kao i dozvolјenih ograničenja slobode veroispovesti.
SADRİ MAKSUDİ ARSAL’IN DEVLET YAKLAŞIMI
Authors: Günver Borahan
Published: April 2024

Bu çalışma, Sadri Maksudi Arsal’ın günümüze ulaşan eserleri ve fikirleri üzerinden yapılan bir analiz ile Arsal’ın Genel Devlet Teorisi ve Türk Devlet Teorisi’ni ortaya koymayı amaçlamaktadır. Literatür taraması ile Arsal’ın günümüze ulaşan eserleri devlet merkezli bir analizden geçirilmiştir. Tarihi, hukuk ve devlet merkezli okuyan Arsal’ın geride bıraktığı eserler, gerek Genel Devlet Teorisi gerekse Türk Devlet Teorisi için zengin kaynaklardır. Türk Devlet Teorisi’ne ilişkin farklı dönemlendirmelere başvurmuş ve bu dönemlerin özelliklerini ve farklarını ortaya koymuştur. Devletin kökenine ilişkin kuramları ve devlet teorilerini ele almış, daha sonrasında kendi teorisini temellendirmiştir. Birden çok devlet tanımı ile zihnindeki devlet formunu belirginleştiren Arsal, devlet bilimi çalışmaları için hukuk dünyası gözünden çok önemli bir katkı sunmuştur. Arsal’ın eserleri üzerinden onun Genel Devlet Teorisi, Türk Devlet Teorisi ve devlet bilimine ilişkin katkılarını analiz edebilmek mümkündür. Çalışmalarında yalnızca “Türk yönetim geleneğinde Bizans etkisi” ve “Türk Devlet Teorisi’nde modernleşme dönemi” başlıkları eksiktir.
Response of maize productivity to nitrogen management and mulching practices
Authors: Mubassir Ahmad  , Muhammad Ibrahim  , Amjad Ali  , Inzimam Hussain  , Naveed Ul Haq  , Imad Ali  , Diyan Ahmad
Published: April 2024

The present experiment was conducted to evaluate the effect of different nitrogen levels and mulch practice on days to physiological maturity, plant height, mean leaf area, mean weeds population, weeds fresh weight, weeds dry weight of maize at Agriculture Research Station Swabi, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during summer 2019. The experiment was laid out in a randomized complete block design (RCBD) with three replicates.  Data was recorded on six quantitative traits i.e. days to physiological maturity, plant height, mean leaf area, mean weeds population, weeds fresh weight, weeds dry weight. Results indicated that Days to physiological maturity, plant height, mean leaf area, mean weeds population, weeds fresh weight, weeds dry weight was significantly altered due to applied treatment. The treatment nitrogen level (N4-150 g.) give high results for the Days to physiological maturity, plant height, mean leaf area, mean weeds population, weeds fresh weight, weeds dry weight as compared to other level of nitrogen, (N1-control), (N2-50g), (N3-100g), (N5-200g). And similarly organic mulch (crop residue) show high result for the Days to physiological maturity, plant height, mean leaf area, mean weeds population, weeds fresh weight, weeds dry weight as compared to inorganic mulch (plastic mulch). It was observed that the nitrogen level (N4-150g) valuable fertilizer and organic mulch show better result as compare to other nitrogen level and inorganic mulch.
Role of Biodiversity and its Importance in Sustainable Development: A Comprehensive Review
Authors: Sekhar P. Ravi , Savithri Y. , Kavitha N. , Kumari D. Aruna
Published: April 2024

Biodiversity, the variety of life on Earth, plays a crucial role in sustainable development by providing essential ecosystem services, supporting livelihoods, and fostering resilience to environmental changes. This comprehensive review explores the significance of biodiversity in sustainable development through an examination of its ecological, economic, and socio-cultural dimensions. The paper discusses the current state of global biodiversity, the drivers of biodiversity loss, and the consequences for ecosystems and human well-being. It also evaluates the role of biodiversity in key sectors such as agriculture, medicine, and tourism, highlighting the economic value derived from biodiversity. Furthermore, the review addresses policy frameworks and initiatives aimed at conserving and managing biodiversity, emphasizing the  importance of international cooperation and community engagement. Finally, future directions for research and action to enhance biodiversity conservation and promote sustainable development are proposed.
Az ifjúsági gazdasági státusz, lakhatási jellemzők kockázatai és az otthonteremtési támogatások a felzárkózó települések metszetében
Authors: Fazekas Anna , Hamarics Eszter
Published: April 2024

Az ifjúsági generáció nehézségei a munkaerőpiaci jelenlétet, a családalapítást, a gyermekvállaláshoz kötődő döntéseiket és lakhatási viszonyaikat is érintik. A hátrányos helyzetű településeken élő fiatalok életében mindezek a folyamatok más lehetőségekkel párosulnak, mint nagyvárosi kortársaik esetében, ami különösképp igaz a különböző otthonteremtési támogatások vonatkozásában, hiszen ezek feltételeit nem szociális alapon határozták meg, a lakhatási szegénységben élők nagy része számára e támogatások nem érhetők el. Az országos, nagymintás ifjúságkutatások, adatfelvételek eredményei révén, melyeket kiegészítenek a Felzárkózó települések program (FETE) adatgyűjtései, illetve az otthonteremtési támogatások adatai, keretben próbáljuk felvázolni az ifjúság lakhatási, gazdasági kitettségét. Ezzel azt szeretnénk elérni, hogy az ifjúsági makroadatokat a lokális adottságok, illetve a FETE szemszögéből értelmezzük, valamint ezek hozzájáruljanak az ifjúsági helyzetkép diverz leírásához.
A társadalmi szegregációs mechanizmusok térbeli rendeződése
Authors: Ditzendy Arisztid
Published: April 2024

2022-ben jelent meg Szarvák Tibor kötete Adalékok a társadalmi felzárkózás szociológiájának értelmezéséhez címmel. A szerző a vonatkozó szakirodalom alapos ismeretének birtokában ír a társadalmi kirekesztődés térbeli dimenzióiról, az etnikai alapú térbeli szegregációról és annak az egyénre gyakorolt hatásairól vidéki környezetben. A tanulmány átfogó képet ad az elmúlt évtizedek szegregációs folyamatainak ki- és átalakulásáról, a társadalmi integrációt erősítő programok eszköztáráról, hatásairól, és felvázolja, hogy a stratégiai tervezésnek és az „antiszegregációs” programoknak milyen szerepük van a jelenkori társadalmi innovációk paradigmájában. E publikáció célja bemutatni a mű lakhatási szegregációt érintő dimenzióit, reflektálni a szerző által bemutatott eredményekre, és feltárni kapcsolódási pontjaikat más módszertani megközelítésekkel.
Plan de negocio para la producción de alginato de sodio a partir del aprovechamiento del alga “Sargassum”, en las playas de Quintana Roo, México
Authors: Orozco Álvarez Carlos , Hernández Islas Saúl , Cruz Vázquez Mayte Nathalie , Lira Martínez Michelle Montserrat
Published: April 2024

Se elaboró un plan de negocios para la creación de una microempresa productora de alginato de sodio aprovechando el sargazo que llega, y contamina año con año, a las costas de Quintana Roo, México. Se estimó una capacidad instalada de 38.5 ton/año para cubrir el 9.6 % de la demanda del producto, siendo las industrias de cosméticos y alimentaria las principales consumidoras. La síntesis del bioproceso incluyó operaciones como el secado solar del sargazo, extracciones ácidas y alcalinas para obtener el ácido algínico, obtención del alginato de sodio empleando carbonato de sodio y etanol, y finalmente la reducción de tamaño, tamizado y envasado del producto en polvo. A partir de 1 tonelada de sargazo seco (20 % de humedad) se obtuvieron 385 kg de producto (12% de humedad), proporcionando esto un rendimiento del bioproceso de 42 %. El equipo para llevar a cabo la producción 770 kg/semana incluyó, entre otros, 3 marmitas de 6 m3, 2 tanques cilíndricos de 8 y 1 m3, 5 bombas centrífugas de 1 a 3 HP, un filtro prensa de 80 m2 de área de filtración y un equipo de tamizado y envasado de 200 kg/h., lo cual constituyó una inversión de 2 millones de pesos; y la inversión fija se estimó con un factor de Lang de 4.25 obteniéndose un monto de 8.5 millones de pesos. Finalmente se estimó la TIR siendo esta de 42.68% y por lo tanto la microempresa resultó rentable porque la TMAR fue calculada en 22%, por otro parte el tiempo de recuperación de la inversión fue de 2.8 años, mientras que el punto de equilibrio resultó del 51% de la capacidad instalada; estos resultados económicos se obtuvieron estimando un precio del producto de 510 pesos/kg siendo éste 34% inferior al precio promedio del producto en el mercado.
Los derechos de los niños, niñas y adolescentes en condición de movilidad humana
Authors: Yazán Ruiz Evelyn Angela
Published: April 2024

La migración es un fenómeno que involucra el desplazamiento de personas buscando mejores condiciones de vida, por causas políticas, sociales y económicas. En Ecuador, se han implementado medidas sobre movilidad humana para regular esta situación. Sin embargo, persisten vacíos sobre la protección de los derechos de grupos vulnerables como los niños, niñas y adolescentes (NNA) migrantes. El objetivo de esta investigación es analizar la Sentencia No. 2120-19-JP/21 en relación con los derechos vulnerados de los NNA en condición de movilidad humana de la población venezolana, como la reunificación familiar y la salud, señalando las principales problemáticas a las que se enfrentan y abarcando las causas de estas. La metodología empleada se basa en el análisis cualitativo del material bibliográfico y normativo recolectado del Ecuador y en el derecho internacional. La investigación evidencia la vulneración de derechos a NNA venezolanos en situación migratoria irregular, al no permitirles el ingreso y reunificación familiar en Ecuador por falta de documentos. Esto contraviene instrumentos internacionales que protegen los derechos de NNA migrantes y el interés superior del niño. Se concluye que el marco normativo presenta vacíos en cuanto a la protección efectiva de este grupo de personas en condición de doble vulnerabilidad.
Enhancement of mass transfer and coke resistance in DRM through hierarchical porous catalysts
Authors: Lin Yixiong , Yang Chen , Qiu Ting
Published: April 2024

Dry reforming of methane (DRM) is one of the feasible strategies for carbon capture and utilization. However, DRM has a high tendency toward coking, which is restricted to industrial applications. The primary cause of coking in DRM is the limitation of mass transfer inside porous catalysts. To overcome this limitation, optimizing the pore structure of the porous catalyst becomes crucial. Hierarchical pore structure has received considerable attention in recent years due to its superior mass transfer performance. Therefore, this chapter focuses on the structure-performance relationship of hierarchical porous catalysts in DRM. Specifically, two types of porous catalysts, namely porous pellet and open-cell foam, are examined. The impacts of various hierarchical pore structure parameters on the catalytic activity and coke resistance are investigated. The findings offer a theoretical foundation and technical guidance for the design of porous catalysts with hierarchical pore structures.
Coconut: Nutritional and Industrial Significance
Authors: Samarajeewa Upali
Published: April 2024

The purpose of this chapter is to collate the current knowledge on the usefulness and nutritional value of coconut food products. The coconut palm grows in the tropical regions of the world. The coconut kernel is a major source of lipids, proteins and functional dietary components. Coconut occupies the ninth position supplying 2.6 metric tons of oil to the vegetable oil market. The coconut kernel is consumed fresh or in other edible forms. The desiccated coconut, virgin coconut oil and coconut water with nutraceutical value are gaining new markets as functional foods. Virgin coconut oil is recognized for its nutritional significance. Nut water is a nutritious natural beverage. Coconut milk, virgin coconut oil and coconut flour possess antioxidant properties. Coconut sugar products are of low glycemic index. Fermentation of the sap yields coconut wines, coconut vinegar and distilled spirits. Modern society prefers natural coconut-based foods over processed food formulations containing additives. As an industrial crop, coconut generates income to the countries engaged in cultivating, processing and exporting the products. The usefulness of coconut arising from its nutritional and industrial significance is only partly understood in the modern world.
Improvement of Cognitive Function by Wasabi Component “Hexaraphane”
Authors: Okunishi Isao
Published: April 2024

Hexaraphane (6-methylsulfinylhexyl isothiocyanate; 6-MSITC) is an isothiocyanate present in the rhizomes and roots of wasabi (Eutrema japonicum (Miq.) Kiudz.). It is known to induce detoxifying and antioxidant enzymes by activating the Keap1-Nrf2 system, ameliorating oxidative damage in the body. Hexaraphane was shown to inhibit brain damage and improve dementia symptoms in Alzheimer’s model mice. Moreover, in two randomized controlled trials conducted on middle-aged and elderly subjects, the extract powder “Wasabi sulfinyl™” containing 0.8% hexaraphane improved memory, attention, and judgment. In a clinical study of fifteen patients with chronic fatigue syndrome, treatment with Wasabi sulfinyl ™ for 3 months improved brain fog and other symptoms.
Unitary Maps and Quantum Artificial Neural Networks
Authors: Pedro Gonçalves Carlos
Published: April 2024

Unitary quantum maps provide a bridge between classical and quantum dynamical systems theories, having been applied within the context of quantum chaos research. When applied to quantum artificial neural networks, as models of networked quantum computation, unitary quantum maps allow one to address these networks as quantum networked dynamical systems. In this chapter, we address the application of these maps to quantum artificial neural networks, specifically studying the simulation and implementation of these maps for quantum recurrent neural networks, simulating these networks as dynamical computational systems and researching the topological properties of the series of neural firing operators’ quantum averages for nonstationary network states. We also research the results of a simulation of one of these networks on a quantum computer by cloud-based access to IBM Q Experience resources. The results show the emergence of complex dynamics, fitting into similar classes as those of classical cellular automata and coupled maps, including topological markers of chaos, edge of chaos and fractal attractors in the sequences of quantum averages. The implications for quantum complexity research, quantum chaos theory and quantum computing are addressed.
Climate Change and Its Impact on Mountainous Plant Species: A Review
Authors: Lepcha Patrush
Published: April 2024

Climate change poses unprecedented threats to ecosystems worldwide, and mountainous regions with rare ecosystems, unique landscapes, a large number of endemic species, and enormous plant biodiversity are highly sensitive to the effects of climate change. Early spring and late autumn events are major phenological changes observed in plants in response to climate change, and such changes mainly disturb the interaction between plants and their pollinators, thereby affecting the fitness and survival of both species. Climate warming is causing plant species to shift upward along the elevational gradient in the mountain, resulting in species accumulation at higher elevations and range contraction of several alpine plant species. Further, climate warming is augmenting the plant invasion by removing climatic barriers, thus threatening the diversity of native plant species. Moreover, climate warming is contributing to habitat fragmentation and loss and accelerating the associated impacts. All these impacts of climate change can potentially alter the composition, structure, and function of pristine mountain ecosystems, which leads to irreversible biodiversity losses. Thus, various climate change mitigation strategies, such as conventional mitigation strategies, negative emissions technologies, and radiative forcing or geoengineering technologies, are suggested to stabilize climate warming, thereby conserving irreversible global biodiversity loss.
An innovative reporting approach in public sector: The Integrated Popular Reporting
Authors: Agliata Francesco , Tuccillo Danilo , Rey Andrea , Rita Filocamo Maria
Published: April 2024

A growing literature is devoted to understanding how public entities can enhance their methods of reporting information to establish a genuine dialog with stakeholders in general and citizens in particular. In the current context, the challenge of achieving sustainable development has impacted various sectors. The public sector is implementing a series of actions aimed at ensuring transparency and environmental, social, and governance sustainability. Public entities disseminate information related to these actions through various reporting tools, attempting to meet the interests of citizens. However, typically, this kind of information is not included in traditional financial reports. The aim of the study can be summarized by illustrating the advantages of a relatively new reporting tool in Italy. Contributing to previous studies, we investigate, using a theoretical-deductive methodology, how governmental entities can improve institutionalization, legitimacy, and stakeholder relations through a new reporting tool known as “Integrated Popular Reporting”. The study highlights how Integrated Public Reporting (IPR) fosters citizen participation in budgeting, improves accessibility to reporting, and promotes accountability. It emphasizes the importance of IPR in enhancing quality of life and transparency, offering valuable insights for policymakers and standard setters.
Mechanical Properties and Performance of Titanium-Based Alloys Used in Aerospace Applications
Authors: Mohammed Abdulrahman Amal , Mohshen Sharif Ullah Siddique Abdul , Barnawi Rayanah
Published: April 2024

This chapter in this book will focus on the mechanical properties, including strength, toughness, and fatigue resistance, of titanium-based alloys and their significance in aerospace applications. It will discuss several types of titanium alloys and explore the unique characteristics of these alloys, such as high strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, and excellent high-temperature performance. The chapter also will discuss specific challenges and considerations in designing and manufacturing components using titanium-based alloys for aerospace applications, highlighting the benefits and limitations of these materials. Additionally, it will provide case studies and examples of successful applications in the aerospace industry, showcasing the uniqueness and effectiveness of titanium-based alloys in this field.
Vulnerability of Quantum Information Systems to Collective Manipulation
Authors: Javier Gómez-Ruiz Fernando , Rodríguez Ferney , Quiroga Luis , F. Johnson Neil
Published: April 2024

The highly specialist terms ‘quantum computing’ and ‘quantum information’, together with the broader term ‘quantum technologies’, now appear regularly in the mainstream media. While this is undoubtedly highly exciting for physicists and investors alike, a key question for society concerns such systems’ vulnerabilities – and in particular, their vulnerability to collective manipulation. Here we present and discuss a new form of vulnerability in such systems, that we have identified based on detailed many-body quantum mechanical calculations. The impact of this new vulnerability is that groups of adversaries can maximally disrupt these systems’ global quantum state which will then jeopardize their quantum functionality. It will be almost impossible to detect these attacks since they do not change the Hamiltonian and the purity remains the same; they do not entail any real-time communication between the attackers; and they can last less than a second. We also argue that there can be an implicit amplification of such attacks because of the statistical character of modern non-state actor groups. A countermeasure could be to embed future quantum technologies within redundant classical networks. We purposely structure the discussion in this chapter so that the first sections are self-contained and can be read by non-specialists.
AI-Based Edutech for Adaptive Teaching and Learning
Authors: Eunkyung Hwang
Published: April 2024

The artificial intelligence (AI)-based problem learning system quickly and accurately performs problem setting and scoring using algorithm. In this process, the learner’s level of prior learning is identified, the subject and quantity to be learned are determined and problem learning is provided for each learner. The basic use of AI-based problem learning enhances ease and fairness in performing assignment and evaluation and provides data that can strengthen interactions between instructors and students. Above all, the biggest advantage is the possibility of helping individual learners with different levels of prior learning to strengthen basic learning. To this end, instructors need to understand the technical aspects of the system, check the content system as an educational goal set by the instructor, and make efforts to supplement the necessary parts. When AI-based problem learning is used in connection with classes, a technical understanding of a system that can utilize various functions of the AI system more efficiently is required. In addition, instructional design is needed to expand thinking and strengthen capabilities through the process of structuring and understanding the contextual relationship between concepts based on the learned knowledge of students using AI-based problem learning systems.
Cryptosporidium spp.: Challenges in Control and Potential Therapeutic Strategies
Authors: Akinnubi Taiwo
Published: April 2024

Cryptosporidium parasites (Cryptosporidium hominis and Cryptosporidium parvum) are prominent for playing a crucial role in the high prevalence of diarrheal infection across the globe, with immunocompromised individual at risk. The parasites’ remarkable resilience in the environment due to several adaptive strategies is responsible for persistent challenge in control especially in regions with inadequate sanitation. In tackling these challenges, exploring promising potential therapeutic strategies to combat Cryptosporidium infections is of critical importance. This encompasses investigations into experimental drugs, immunotherapies, and vaccine development efforts, all aimed at reducing the burden these parasites impose. This review aims to present the current state of research and development to shed light on the future prospects for managing Cryptosporidium infections and their profound impact on public health.
Evaluating Selected Agricultural Extension Approaches in Rural Sudan
Authors: Bereir Ahmed , Elfaki Musa , Hag Khalifa Elbadawi
Published: April 2024

Agricultural extension seeks to provide its clientele with satisfactory and continuous extension services. Extension’s success depends on the approach being adopted and operated under the specific conditions of each country. The Sudan has made many efforts to improve the effectiveness of agricultural extension functions. This study evaluates selected agricultural extension approaches operating in Sudan. A field survey was conducted to collect data from 160 extension officers and 400 farmers. Two different close-ended questionnaires were constructed (Leading questions) and used in data collection, one for extension officers and another for farmers. The collected data was coded, fed to the computer, and statistically analyzed using the Statistical Packages for Social Sciences (SPSS), and interpreted by percentage, frequency distributions, and analysis of variance analysis (ANOVA) at a 0.05 significance level or less. According to the results of this study, the Farmer Field Schools approach (FFS) is the most suitable approach for Sudan.
Carbon-Based Nanocomposites: A Comprehensive Review of Their Multifunctional Applications
Authors: Sudharsana Chinnamayan , Anvarsha Nazim , Kalyani Palanichamy
Published: April 2024

Carbon-based nanocomposites (CNC) with remarkable properties have diverse applications in scientific and technological domains. This review provides an overview of synthesis methods, including chemical vapor deposition, sol-gel synthesis, and self-assembly, also necessitating precise control over composition, structure, and morphology for tailored properties. The review explores the multifunctionality of the CNCs’ in five important areas. In energy storage systems (in supercapacitors and lithium-ion batteries), for improved charge storage capacity and cycling stability. In sensing technologies, CNCs exhibit sensitivity, enhancing the detection of analytes and have been applied in biosensing in medical diagnostics and in environmental monitoring. As catalyst support materials, CNCs enhance efficiency in various catalytic reactions. In nanomedicine, CNCs contribute to drug delivery and imaging with biocompatibility and unique optical properties. Environmental applications of CNCs include water treatment, air purification, and pollutant remediation for sustainable solutions. Critical insights from recent advancements and research studies address challenges and outline future directions have been provided in the review article. In conclusion, this comprehensive review emphasizes CNCs’ transformative impact on energy storage, sensing technologies, catalysis, nanomedicine, and environmental remediation, marking a significant step in addressing contemporary challenges and shaping future technology.
Online stress and offline stress: Uniqueness, differences, and cumulative effect on multiple well-being outcomes
Authors: Huang Shunsen , Lai Xiaoxiong , Wolfers Lara , Li Yajun , Dai Xinran , Zhao Xinmei , Wu Hongyun , Song Sirong , Wang Huanlei , He Ying , Wang Yun
Published: April 2024

There is an increasing interaction between our offline and online lives, which puts forward a challenge to understanding the relationship between stress and health, as online and offline stress may be mixed. This study used 4,127 adolescents to test the uniqueness of online stress, the distinction between online and offline stress, and their co-occurrence and cumulative effects. The results showed that after controlling for offline stress, online stress still contributed to multiple well-being outcomes. Correspondence analysis revealed that online stress was more similar to daily hassles/perceived stress (global stress) compared to major life events. Latent profile analysis (LPA) revealed that adolescents who experienced certain levels of offline stress also experienced similar levels of online stress, indicating that they co-occur. Besides, the predictions of online and the three types of offline stress are consistent with the cumulative damage hypothesis of stress. Its theoretical and practical implications are discussed.
Language and Silence in the Novels of J. M. Coetzee
Authors: Álvarez Mateos María Teresa ,   DePaul University
Published: April 2024

Silence is reserved for what cannot be verbally expressed. The well-known Wittgensteinian quote summarizes an established understanding of the relationship between language and silence: because language is not enough to account for reality and thinking, it must be transcended by other means of expression, like music or silence. But what if the opposite is the case and silence is not the extension but the precondition of language, the ultimate source of meaning? This paper explores how this is the phenomenological and Derridean philosophical framework of Coetzee’s novels, a literary universe created from the will to signify and build singular meanings.
The Interplay Between Human Leukocyte Antigen Antibody Profile and COVID-19 Vaccination in Waitlisted Renal Transplant Patients
Authors: Zhao Yayuan , Kakodkar Pramath , Pan Henry , Zhu Richard , Musa Khalid , Hassan Abubaker , Shoker Ahmed , Webster Destinie , Pearce Twyla , Dokouhaki Pouneh , Wu Fang , Mostafa Ahmed
Published: April 2024

Context.—

Mass COVID-19 vaccination is mandated in vulnerable populations in our renal transplant waitlist cohort. However, the anti–human leukocyte antigen (anti-HLA) profile after COVID-19 vaccination is controversial, and the side effects are yet to be discerned.

Objective.—

To evaluate the status of HLA antibodies in waitlisted renal transplant patients before and 3 weeks after each vaccination and if comorbidities are associated with the HLA antibody profile.

Design.—

A total of 59 waitlisted kidney transplant patients were included in this study. The anti-HLA antibodies were analyzed before and 6 months after their last COVID-19 vaccination. The mean fluorescence intensity change in the anti-HLA antibody levels was used to classify patients into 3 groups: high inducers, low inducers, and noninducers.

Results.—

There were significant HLA antibody profile changes after COVID-19 vaccination, showing 21 antibodies generated against HLA class I antigens and 7 against HLA class II antigens to their baseline. Compared with the noninducers, the high and low inducers showed a higher prevalence of COVID-19 infection, COVID-19 vaccine type, and background hypertension history.

Conclusions.—

Our data suggest that COVID-19 vaccination propagates anti-HLA class I and II antibodies for waitlisted renal transplant patients. The clinical significance of these antibodies needs further study. Furthermore, comorbidities, such as history of COVID-19 infection and hypertension, supplemented this effect. Anti-HLA antibody monitoring may be warranted in COVID-19 vaccinated, waitlisted renal transplant patients with a history of COVID-19 infection and/or hypertension.
Perspectives on Practice: I Am Queer, Not Obscene: Reorienting Conversations that Censor Readers and Reading
Authors: Young Michael J.
Published: April 2024

In the context of LGBTQIA+ curriculum violence imposed on schools by policymakers, this perspectives article invites educators to queer literacies rather than censoring them.
Perspectives on Practice: Responding to Texts as Future Selves: Empowering Social Transformation with Children Identified with Exceptionalities through Dialogic Read-Alouds
Authors: Outlaw Janet Kim
Published: April 2024

Dialogic interactive read-alouds provided pedagogical possibilities for critical self-reflection and agentive community transformation.
Tengrism
Authors:   International Fund Tengri Research, Fedorova Lena
Published: April 2024

Based on a comparative analysis of Yakut epic mythology with the mythologies of other peoples, the monograph examines the concepts, cults, symbols, rituals, and customs of Tengrism. Assumptions about the original place of its appearance and spread as one of the world's protoreligies have been made and substantiated. Tengrianism in genesis and evolution is considered as a religious phenomenon of an open universal worldview – Tengrianism. The book is intended for Tengri scholars, folklorists, ethnographers, researchers of ancient religions and all those who are interested in the traditional cultures of the peoples of Eurasia.
Aspectos relevantes da teologia de René a partir da eclesiologia da Missão Integral
Authors: Caraúba Eliabe Lima
Published: April 2024

Em suma, este artigo busca ampliar a compreensão dos enfoques práticos da igreja, especialmente no que diz respeito à missão integral, a partir da teologia de René Padilla. Ao explorar sua trajetória de vida, seus ensinamentos e sua prática ministerial, esperamos inspirar uma reflexão mais profunda sobre o papel e a responsabilidade da igreja no mundo contemporâneo. Ao enfrentar os desafios da eclesiologia da missão integral, podemos avançar em direção a uma prática mais autêntica e relevante do Evangelho, que busca não apenas a salvação das almas, mas também a transformação integral da sociedade e do mundo em que vivemos.
A escolha absoluta
Authors: Ferreira Lopes Antonio Juliano
Published: April 2024

Kierkegaard busca elucidar o cristianismo originário, o qual exige a busca pelo reino de Deus em primeiro lugar. Esse mesmo cristianismo resiste às mudanças e exigências do tempo e exige para cada geração e para cada indivíduo em sua geração, uma escolha absoluta: Deus ou o mundo. O dinheiro seria o bem central no mundo, mas ninguém pode servir a dois senhores. (Mt: 6, 24). Vejamos então como Kierkegaard estabelece a relação entre a idealidade da existência cristã e a preocupação com o dinheiro ao mesmo tempo em que prioriza a importância da escolha absoluta entre Deus e o dinheiro.
Anestesia subdural acidental após punção peridural: relato de caso ocorrido em um hospital universitário
Authors: Horner Christine , Leal Bernardo Schepa , Horner Andreas
Published: April 2024

A anestesia peridural é um procedimento mundialmente realizado devido sua segurança e benefícios ofertados aos pacientes cirúrgicos. O espaço subdural é um espaço virtual que está localizado entre a aracnoide e a dura máter. Acidente de punção nesse espaço tem ocorrência rara. O objetivo deste artigo é relatar um caso de anestesia subdural acidental durante procedimento cirúrgico de correção de hérnia epigástrica em um Hospital Universitário localizado no interior do Rio Grande do Sul em 2023. A paciente em questão evoluiu como previsto conforme a técnica anestésica escolhida. Porém, com o decorrer da cirurgia apresentou dessaturação, rebaixamento do nível de consciência, tendo sido realizado intubação orotraqueal. Ao término do procedimento ela foi encaminhada à Sala de Recuperação Pós-Anestésica (SRPA) intubada, em ventilação mecânica e com sedoanalgesia adequada. A paciente manteve todos os parâmetros vitais estáveis, com baixos parâmetros ventilatórios e sem necessidade de droga vasoativa. Após uma hora e meia, foi realizada a extubação, sem nenhum tipo de intercorrência. Foi levantada a hipótise de bloqueio subdural devido ocorrência de intenso bloqueio sensitivo e motor, com aspiração negativa de líquor e início tardio do bloqueio. Foi instituído o manejo anestésico adequado conforme as necessidades da paciente (além da monitorização intraoperatoria básica, foi realizado intubação orotraquel e ventilação mecânica, monitorização de consciência e de bloqueio neuromuscular). Apesar do bloqueio subdural ser um acontecimento bastante incomum das anestesias epidurais, ele pode ocorrer e é de fundamental importância o reconhecimento precoce e manejo adequado.
Analisis Kesuksesan Implementasi Rekam Medis Elektronik di RS Universitas Gadjah Mada
Authors: Reza Alkaf Ali , Dwi Permana Anang , Anggraini Dita , Nepy Asmara Dramora , Prasetianto Wisnu , Paramarta Vip
Published: April 2024

RME (Rekam Medis Elektronik) merupakan aplikasi yang diwajibkan di RS UGM dengan tujuan meningkatkan kualitas pelayanan, kepuasan pasien, akurasi dokumentasi, mengurangi clinical errors, dan mempercepat akses data pasien. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menyajikan pemahaman yang mendalam tentang analisa kesuksesan analisis kesuksesan implementasi RME di RS UGM. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kuantitatif, dengan desain penelitian cross sectional. Jumlah sampel sebanyak 100 responden yang terpilih melalui simple random sampling.Responden terdiri dari petugas rekammedis,dokter, perawat,dan staf unit penunjang. Dibagi sesuai jenis kelamin,profesi, Pendidikan dan masa kerja. Penelitian ini menggunakan instrumen berupa kuesioner tertutup dengan skala Likert untuk pengumpulan data. Hasil analisis menunjukkan bahwa kualitas informasi RME berpengaruh positif pada kepuasan informasi. Kepuasan informasi kemudian berhubungan positif dengan harapan kinerja pengguna. Sikap pengguna dipengaruhi positif oleh harapan kinerja dan kondisi fasilitas penunjang RME. Sikap positif pengguna pada akhirnya memengaruhi kepuasan keseluruhan terhadap RME, yang selanjutnya berdampak positif pada manfaat keseluruhan yang dirasakan oleh pengguna. Penelitian ini menyimpulkan bahwa implementasi RME di RS UGM dapat meningkatkan kualitas pelayanan, dan kesuksesan implementasi dapat diukur melalui keseluruhan kepuasan pengguna dan manfaat yang dirasakan.